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Saturday, July 17, 2004
Summer Center's 'Curtain Call'
The Reg. 17 District Summer Center concluded its three-week camp yesterday at Burr Elementary School. The program offered arts and crafts, academic, and cultural classes to Reg. 17 children in grades K-6. The center's final day included a performance by the Curtain Call program called The Twisted Tale of the Three Little Pigs. Under the direction of BES teacher Sharon Ledoux, the students conceived and wrote the short play and then performed it for parents and students. The cast included Alex Benevelli, Tristan Catalano, Clara Chasse, Chet Crocco, Anna Weis, Seth Johnson, David Parmelee, Olivia Parmelee, Max Pribnow, Jessica Soucy, Erica Bogdan and Sydney Bates.
The Reg. 17 District Summer Center concluded its three-week camp yesterday at Burr Elementary School. The program offered arts and crafts, academic, and cultural classes to Reg. 17 children in grades K-6. The center's final day included a performance by the Curtain Call program called The Twisted Tale of the Three Little Pigs. Under the direction of BES teacher Sharon Ledoux, the students conceived and wrote the short play and then performed it for parents and students. The cast included Alex Benevelli, Tristan Catalano, Clara Chasse, Chet Crocco, Anna Weis, Seth Johnson, David Parmelee, Olivia Parmelee, Max Pribnow, Jessica Soucy, Erica Bogdan and Sydney Bates.
KYL All-Stars Earn Playoff Berth
The Killingworth Youth League 13-14 year-old All-Stars have qualified for the four team playoff to determine the District IX champion. Killingworth earned the spot by virtue of winning the tiebreaker of "defensive runs allowed" to break a two-team battle for the final slot. Manager Jody Loso had been encouraging his players from Killingworth throughout the playoffs to "Flash the leather out there!" on defense. The payoff, is a chance to meet #1 seed Middletown in the first round. Portland and Haddam fill out the field.
Killingworth plays today at 5:30 p.m. at Pat Kidney Field (Old Woodrow Wilson HS) in Middletown. The field is off the Route 9 Randolph Road Exit. Left towards Durham 3-miles to a right on Farm Hill Road. Field is on the right side. The District IX championship game is scheduled for Monday night.
The Killingworth Youth League 13-14 year-old All-Stars have qualified for the four team playoff to determine the District IX champion. Killingworth earned the spot by virtue of winning the tiebreaker of "defensive runs allowed" to break a two-team battle for the final slot. Manager Jody Loso had been encouraging his players from Killingworth throughout the playoffs to "Flash the leather out there!" on defense. The payoff, is a chance to meet #1 seed Middletown in the first round. Portland and Haddam fill out the field.
Killingworth plays today at 5:30 p.m. at Pat Kidney Field (Old Woodrow Wilson HS) in Middletown. The field is off the Route 9 Randolph Road Exit. Left towards Durham 3-miles to a right on Farm Hill Road. Field is on the right side. The District IX championship game is scheduled for Monday night.
In his weekly address, First Selectman David Denvir discusses the art of negotiation and how people, with equally good intentions, sometimes disagree about long and short-term goals. Read David Denvir's complete remarks here.Friday, July 16, 2004
KillingworthToday.com is proud to introduce a new weekly feature. Around Town On Foot will explore a new Killingworth trail each week this summer. The site includes an interactive map, a slideshow, helpful comments on the trail, and printable directions. Please visit the new site, Exploring the Killingworth Trails, and enjoy a summer's walk around town. The first three featured trails are Buck Road Trail, Titus Coan Road Trail and Hammonasett Trail. This is an image intensive site and may be slow to load with dial-up service. Send your suggestions for trails and comments to editor@killingworthtoday.com
Republican Candidate Withdraws
According to the Hartford Courant, John Fillion of Clinton has withdrawn his name from the race to challenge Rep. Brian O'Connor for the 35th House District seat. Fillion said his job as a nuclear assurance specialist and his involvement with youth sports prevented him from running an active campaign.
According to the Hartford Courant, John Fillion of Clinton has withdrawn his name from the race to challenge Rep. Brian O'Connor for the 35th House District seat. Fillion said his job as a nuclear assurance specialist and his involvement with youth sports prevented him from running an active campaign.
Venuti Property Up For Sale
After failing to sell its 258-acre land parcel to the Town of Killingworth, Venuti Enterprises has placed its Rt. 148 property in the Northwest corner of Killingworth up for sale. The land, originally offered to the Town for $8 million has recently been listed by agent Eileen Boulay for Century 21 Access America for $12 million. Negotiations between the Town and the Venuti Family came to a halt when, on the advice of Town Attorney Michael Wells, the Town refused to provide the internal documents related to the independent appraisal done of the land. Based on that appraisal, the Town had offered Venuti Enterprises the full-appraised price of $3.88 million to purchase the land for open space. This offer was answered with the request for the appraisal documents. According to the May 24, Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes, "Michael Venuti indicated the Town's appraisal and offer were ridiculous and it was rejected on its merit".
After failing to sell its 258-acre land parcel to the Town of Killingworth, Venuti Enterprises has placed its Rt. 148 property in the Northwest corner of Killingworth up for sale. The land, originally offered to the Town for $8 million has recently been listed by agent Eileen Boulay for Century 21 Access America for $12 million. Negotiations between the Town and the Venuti Family came to a halt when, on the advice of Town Attorney Michael Wells, the Town refused to provide the internal documents related to the independent appraisal done of the land. Based on that appraisal, the Town had offered Venuti Enterprises the full-appraised price of $3.88 million to purchase the land for open space. This offer was answered with the request for the appraisal documents. According to the May 24, Board of Selectmen's meeting minutes, "Michael Venuti indicated the Town's appraisal and offer were ridiculous and it was rejected on its merit".
This week, Killingworth Democratic Town Committee member Catherine Iino comments on First Selectman David Denvir's apology for the Freedom of Information incident. Read her complete remarks here. Killingworth 12-Year Olds Win District IX Title
The Killingworth Youth League 12- year olds came from behind to defeat perennial winner Guilford, 2-1, in the District IX Championship game last night in Middletown. Killingworth's Rob Flynn pitched a complete game to end the KYL championship dry spell. Normally outmatched by the larger shoreline and river towns, the pitching tandem of Andrew Callahan and Flynn kept Killingworth rolling throughout this phenomenal run. Maxx Amendola had another big game at the plate with the game-winning hit in the bottom of the sixth to bring home Callahan to a raucous celebration. Between innings, Manager Jim McGlynn got the players and fans fired up with cheers of "Who are we playing for?"..."KILLINGWORTH!!!"
Killingworth now moves on to the Connecticut Section II tournament, hosted by Middletown at Hubbard Park, Tuesday at 7:45 p.m. against the winner of District 8. The winner plays the winner of the other state sectional tournament for the right to advance to the state finals in Newington. The two best teams will then meet in a best-of-three format in Newington. Read all about this history making game in today's Middletown Press.
The Killingworth Youth League 12- year olds came from behind to defeat perennial winner Guilford, 2-1, in the District IX Championship game last night in Middletown. Killingworth's Rob Flynn pitched a complete game to end the KYL championship dry spell. Normally outmatched by the larger shoreline and river towns, the pitching tandem of Andrew Callahan and Flynn kept Killingworth rolling throughout this phenomenal run. Maxx Amendola had another big game at the plate with the game-winning hit in the bottom of the sixth to bring home Callahan to a raucous celebration. Between innings, Manager Jim McGlynn got the players and fans fired up with cheers of "Who are we playing for?"..."KILLINGWORTH!!!"
Killingworth now moves on to the Connecticut Section II tournament, hosted by Middletown at Hubbard Park, Tuesday at 7:45 p.m. against the winner of District 8. The winner plays the winner of the other state sectional tournament for the right to advance to the state finals in Newington. The two best teams will then meet in a best-of-three format in Newington. Read all about this history making game in today's Middletown Press.
Thursday, July 15, 2004
Town Septic Lagoons Closed Pending Lease Agreement
The two-acre site off North Tower Hill Road, leased to the town for use as septic lagoons has been closed by owner Rose Dudek according to the Hartford Courant. At Tuesday's Board of Selectmen's meeting, First Selectman David Denvir said he was currently negotiating a new one year lease with Dudek and was looking for a month-to-month arrangement beginning in July 2005.
The two-acre site off North Tower Hill Road, leased to the town for use as septic lagoons has been closed by owner Rose Dudek according to the Hartford Courant. At Tuesday's Board of Selectmen's meeting, First Selectman David Denvir said he was currently negotiating a new one year lease with Dudek and was looking for a month-to-month arrangement beginning in July 2005.
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
If you haven't already, please take a moment to fill out the Pay As You Throw Committee Survey. This brief survey will give the committee needed feedback on how to further improve practices at the town's Solid Waste Disposal and Recycling Center. The survey is available here online.
Selectman Asks Town to Limit Legal Representation
Killingworth Selectman Louis Annino, Sr. proposed at yesterday's Board of Selectmen's meeting that the Board ask Town Attorney William Howard not to attend the full hearing of the Freedom of Information Commission set to hear Annino's complaint against the Town Board. Annino said the Town has spent $2000-$3000 preparing the documents for the case so far and he would like to "put the thing to bed". During the discussion on the motion, First Selectman David Denvir said he thought it was ironic that Annino propose this motion since he is the complainant against the Board. The Board voted one in favor and two against to defeat the motion. In June, FOI Hearing Officer Sherman D. London ruled that the meeting held in November 2003 among two members of the Board of Selectmen, the town building official, and Region 17 School officials violated state law. Annino said he was excluded from the meeting, and filed the complaint against the Killingworth Board of Selectmen. Attorney Howard represented the Town Board at the hearing. The FOIC has scheduled to hear the complaint in front of the full commission.
Killingworth Selectman Louis Annino, Sr. proposed at yesterday's Board of Selectmen's meeting that the Board ask Town Attorney William Howard not to attend the full hearing of the Freedom of Information Commission set to hear Annino's complaint against the Town Board. Annino said the Town has spent $2000-$3000 preparing the documents for the case so far and he would like to "put the thing to bed". During the discussion on the motion, First Selectman David Denvir said he thought it was ironic that Annino propose this motion since he is the complainant against the Board. The Board voted one in favor and two against to defeat the motion. In June, FOI Hearing Officer Sherman D. London ruled that the meeting held in November 2003 among two members of the Board of Selectmen, the town building official, and Region 17 School officials violated state law. Annino said he was excluded from the meeting, and filed the complaint against the Killingworth Board of Selectmen. Attorney Howard represented the Town Board at the hearing. The FOIC has scheduled to hear the complaint in front of the full commission.
Tuesday, July 13, 2004
Killingworth Teens Earn Eagle Scout Status
Killingworth residents Adam Rembisz and Brian Siegel have recently earned their Eagle Scout badges; the highest rank the Boy Scouts of America can bestow. Read all about these outstanding 17 year-old young men and their merit badge tasks in today's Clinton Recorder.
Killingworth residents Adam Rembisz and Brian Siegel have recently earned their Eagle Scout badges; the highest rank the Boy Scouts of America can bestow. Read all about these outstanding 17 year-old young men and their merit badge tasks in today's Clinton Recorder.
Monday, July 12, 2004
High School Announces 4th Quarter Honor Roll
Haddam-Killingworth High School has released its list of students qualifying for high honors and honors for the fourth quarter 2003-2004. The complete list is available here.
Haddam-Killingworth High School has released its list of students qualifying for high honors and honors for the fourth quarter 2003-2004. The complete list is available here. Killingworth Resident Directs Clinton Family Theatre
Killingworth's John Lampe is directing a production of Les Miserables for the Clinton Family Theatre with performances this week Thursday through Sunday at the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium on Main Street. Lampe has been directing productions for the community theatre for the past 15 years. Read all about this summer's production and Lampe's work directing 85 area children in today's New Haven Register. The performances are Thursday-Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $12. For more information call 669-1452.
Killingworth's John Lampe is directing a production of Les Miserables for the Clinton Family Theatre with performances this week Thursday through Sunday at the Clinton Town Hall Auditorium on Main Street. Lampe has been directing productions for the community theatre for the past 15 years. Read all about this summer's production and Lampe's work directing 85 area children in today's New Haven Register. The performances are Thursday-Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $12. For more information call 669-1452.
Sunday, July 11, 2004
Holy Cow: An Indian Adventure
by Sarah Macdonald
ISBN: 0767915747
Can a young woman from Australia find the path to enlightenment in India?
Sarah Macdonald leaves her wonderful job as presenter of the Morning Show on the Triple J Network in Australia to follow Jonathan, the love of her life. Jonathan is the Australian Broadcasting Company's South Asia correspondent based in New Delhi. Sarah's work at Triple J has required her to interview famous actors, celebrities, and musicians of note. To meet her deadlines she has enjoyed much travel, film premieres, theatre opening nights, concerts, and festivals. In some odd way, all of this may have helped prepare her for a bizarre and adventure-filled year in India.
After a serious illness nearly kills her, Sarah sets out to find her spiritual self somewhere within all of the religions and deities that India has to offer. One by one, Sarah explores Hinduism, Islam, and Jainism; she talks with Sufis, Sikhs, Parsis, and Christians. She experiments with yoga, meditation, and vegetarianism.
Through humor, wit, and careful investigation, Sarah Macdonald describes the colors, smells, richness, and poverty of India. Holy Cow is a fascinating journey into various regions of India, and deeply explores the myriad religions and spiritual beliefs of this vast country. If you can't make the trip to India, reading Holy Cow will give you a sense of having been there.
Susan Miller is the Associate Director of the Arnold Bernhard Library at Quinnipiac University. She holds a Bachelor and Master of Music from Ohio State University and a M.S. in Library Science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Contact Susan at covertocover@killingworthtoday.com
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