Join the Arts Center at Killingworth on Saturday, November 15th, 7:30pm for the Fourth Annual Classical NightOut: From The Danube to The Yellow River at the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81.

These two award-winning Classical Duos combine the rich cultural traditions and folklore of the East with the complex interconnection to Western composition techniques as they perform the music of Bartok, Brahms, Dvorak, Chen Yi and Shih-Hui Chen. The Kelet Duo with award-winning Hungarian violinist Katalin Viszmeg and Taiwanese pianist, Pi-Hsun Shih, bring together a vast array of musical styles, creating a unique fusion in chamber music. They will perform Hungarian folk and Gypsy music that illustrates how Western composers view the "two Easts" -- Eastern Europe and Asia. Both Katalin and Pi-Hsun are currently on the faculty of the Hartt School of Music Community Division.

Duo Asiana, Pi-Hsun Shih and sister, Yu-Chen Shih, are revitalizing the art of the four-hand, one-piano performance, specializing in popular master works, orchestral arrangements and new compositions. They will play favorite Brahms Hungarian Dances on four-hand piano, Abram Chasins' Rush Hour in Hong Kong and Monti's Csárdás with their own arrangement for one violin and four-hand piano. Recently, prize-winning Duo Asiana excited audiences at the International Chamber Music Ensemble Competition with their powerful playing and magical chemistry. They bring intimacy and accessibility to a varied multicultural repertoire.

Classical NightOut begins at 7:30pm on Saturday, November 15th at the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81. SAME-DAY FREE Workshop for Children and Teens with the musicians from 4:30-5:30, also at the Church. Tickets are $20 for Adults, $12 for Students, $8 for Children 12 and under.

Don't Forget To Turn Your Clocks Back Tonight

It's also a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors.

To the Editor:
A heavy turnout is expected at the polls on November 4. Many voters may be surprised to find on the ballot the question "Shall there be a Constitutional Convention to amend or revise the Constitution of the State?" And, at first blush, the thought might be "Well, why not?" Here are just a few why nots that I hope voters will consider.

Do we know who is pushing for this convention and what their agenda is? I don't, but I do know who is opposed to it and I am impressed. Attorney General Richard Blumenthal considers the proposal a risky and costly process that would be tampering with the "bedrock of our civil rights and liberties." The League of Women Voters urges a no vote because they don't think there is any serious governance issue that would justify "the time, expense and bluster of a constitutional convention where every issue-no matter how outlandish - would become fair game."

Constitutional Scholar Wesley Horton has similar concerns. He fears that with no overriding issue demanding a convention, special interest groups can band together and dominate it. The general public could be left out of the mix and in the dark.

The state constitution can and has been amended without holding an expensive convention paid for by the taxpayer. The nature of amendments keeps them specific and allows the general public to know what is being proposed, by whom, and why. That is crucial to a fair, sane process.

A Constitutional Convention can open a Pandora's box of unintended consequences. That is not where we should be going in these uncertain times.

Kathleen Amoia

HK Sports: The Shoreline Conference Champion HKHS Field Hockey team played a hard fought game versus SCC Champion Branford on Wednesday evening at Branford High's Turf Field. The Cougars fell 2-0 and finished the regular season at 10-4-1-1, 9-1 in conference play. The team now prepares for the Class S State Tournament which starts Tuesday, November 4th.

In action for the Cougars is sophomore defender Ashley Scully. Photo courtesy E. Anderson

HKHS Girls Soccer team participated in the Shoreline Conference semi-finals Wednesday at Old Lyme. Old Lyme defeated HK in overtime 2-1. HK took the lead in the first half when Siobhan Blancaflor scored on an assis from Brooke Faircloth. In the second half Old Lyme was able to tie the game up when they scored a goal in the 67th minute. The game was sent to overtime and was a golden goal situation. Old Lyme scored the winning goal in the 83rd minute. Overall HK had 6 shots on goal vs Old Lyme's 22. Alyssa Hunt made 13 saves in goal for HK. The team now looks forward to the State Class M competition. The first round of the State's tournament for HK is scheduled for Tuesday, 11/4 at home.

The HKHS Volleyball team defeated Hale-Ray, 3-0, in the Shoreline Conference Championship Semi-finals. Games scores were: 25-16, 25-22, 25-18. Erin Moriarty had 14 kills and 13 blocks.

In their final game of the 2008 HKMS Field Hockey season on Thursday, the Cougars defeated Eliot Middle School (Clinton), 4-1. The victory completed a perfect season, giving them a final record of 12-0. Eliot led 1-0 at half time. The Cougars fought back with 4 unanswered goals in the second half. Jennifer Venuti and Bethany Riedy each had 2 goals. Venuti was assisted by Marissa Moncata and Taylor Burger on her first goal and assisted by Bethany Riedy, Hannah Sullivan, and Taylor Burger on her second goal. Riedy was assisted by Sam Waskowitz on her first goal and by Gracie Lyman on her second goal. Strong mid-field play by Sam Waskowitz and Marissa Moncata along with great goaltending by Casey Jackson factored strongly in the game. The miracle 12-0 season caps off coach Ally Hall's debut rookie season. Hall did an outstanding job leading the girls to their undefeated season.

The JV squad completed their season by beating Eliot 4-0. Scoring for the Cougars were Tristen Perry with one goal and Jenna Venuti with 3 goals. The JV squad ended their season with a 9-3 record.

The HKMS field hockey team celebrates their 12-0 season with Coach Hall. Photo courtesy C. Riedy

The HKMS Girls Soccer team ended their season Thursday with a, 3-1, loss to Eliot Middle School. Eliot scored twice in the first half while HK remained scoreless. In the second half, HK took two shots on goal before Victoria Stook kicked one in. Eliot responded with another goal before the game ended.

The JV soccer team beat Eliot 3-0. First half goal was made by Kali DeNisi. Two goals in the second half were made by Carly Brownell and Jenny Martin.

Victoria Hennessey dribbles the ball down the field for HK. Photo courtesy D. Savino

In preparation for Election Day, Tuesday, November 4th, a sample ballot is provided. For more information on voting procedures, visit www.vote-ez-ct.com. Voting will take place in the All-Purpose Room at Killingworth Elementary School on Route 81 from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.



In addition, there will be two Questions on the ballot.
1. Shall there be a Constitutional Convention to amend or revise the Constitution of the State.
This question asks voters to choose whether they are in favor of holding a convention to amend or revise the constitution. If voters choose to have a convention, the General Assembly must enact a law prescribing the way convention delegates will be selected and the sates the convention will begin and end. It would have to begin by November 4, 2009. If the convention proposed any changes, voters would vote on them within two months. The Connecticut Constitution requires that voters be asked this question every 20 years.

2. Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit any person who will have attained the age of eighteen years on or before the day of the regular election to vote in the primary for such regular election?
The amendment would allow 17-year-old citizens who will turn 18 on or before the day of a regular election to vote in its primary. They are currently prohibited from doing so.

The Killingworth Women's Organziation is pleased to announce that it will sponsor a lecture by nationally-recognized endocrinologist, Dr. Reza Yavari, author "It Must Be My Metabolism" on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 (or $5 with a donation of a non-perishable food item) and net proceeds will benefit local charities. Dr. Yavari will speak about his new integrative lifestyle medical approach to healthy living.

For ticket information contact: Susan K. Davis (860) 663-3872 at lad42@comcast.net OR Andrea Schull (860) 663-3315 at andreaschull59@comcast.net. Space is Limited.

The Killingworth Women's Organization is a non-profit civic organization serving the needs of the local community. This open community health forum is sponsored by the Killingworth Women's Organization, a non-profit organization serving the needs of the local community. A portion of the proceeds from this event will go toward helping local community health initiatives.

HK Sports: The HKMS Girls Field Hockey team celebrated their last home game of the 2008 season with a, 3-2, win over Polson Middle School (Madison) on Wednesday afternoon. All goals for the game came in the first half. Scoring for the Cougars were Jennifer Venuti (assisted by Bethany Riedy) and Bethany Riedy with 2 goals (assisted by Nikki Hausherr on one goal and Sam Waskowitz on the second). The team also celebrated their last home game with a "flower ceremony", presenting flowers to the Polson 8th grade girls and to our own outgoing 8th graders. To add to the festivities, the 7th graders made signs for the 8th graders which were hung on the fence surrounding the field.

The JV squad suffered a loss to Polson, losing 1-0 in a hard-fought, well-played game.

The last game of the season is today (Thursday) at Eliot Middle School in Clinton. GOOD LUCK, GIRLS!

The 8th grade members of the HKMS Field Hockey Team celebrate their final home game of the season. Photo courtesy C. Riedy

A unanimous vote at Monday night's Special Town Meeting passed a Delay of Demolition ordinance that will encourage the preservation of architecturally and historically significant buildings in Killingworth. The intent of the ordinance is to alert residents to the anticipated demolition of significant buildings or structures and the owners of such buildings are encouraged to consider preservation, restoration, rehabilitation or relocation as alternatives to demolition. Town officials will form a Historic Review Committee or designate another body to advise the local building official.

The ordinance allows Town officials to impose up to a 180-day waiting period before granting a permit for the demolition of any building or structure that is designated as Preferably Preserved. The ordinance defines Preferably Preserved as any significant building or structure determined by the Historic Review Committee, following a public hearing, to be in the public interest to encourage preservation rather than demolition. Some of the criteria used to determine significance will be: if the building is listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places; associated with a historic person or event, and architectural importance.

During the delay period the owner of the Preferably Preserved property shall pursue and give due consideration to all possible alternatives to demolition and make a good faith effort to accommodate reasonable requests from interested parties for information about or access to the building for the purpose of evaluating alternatives to demolition. Penalties for demolition to the structure within the delay period or failing to maintain the structure may include a two-year moratorium on site work, and in accordance with state statues; fine or imprisonment.

The ordinance will not be used to to prevent ordinary maintenance or delay demolition due to a public health threat or emergency. If the ordinance procedures are followed and no alternative is determined, the demolition permit will be issued by the building official. Full details of the ordinance are available in the Town Clerk's office or by consulting the building official.

Introducing...Indigo Goddess Arts. A program to promote self esteem through creativity. The art-based classes are for third through sixth grade girls and will be held at the old HK Middle School in Higganum.

Teaching freedom and expression over perfection. The girls will be exposed to a number of different art materials, many fun projects and encouraged to explore and express their own individuality in their creations. Classes will be joyful and welcoming. Classes are in 6 week segments for the fee of $130.00. This price is a flat fee and includes ALL art supplies. Classes will be small and intimate, so spots are limited. Students will be placed in a first come first serve basis.

Class Schedule:
Fridays, November 7th - December 19th (No class Friday, Nov. 28)
5th & 6th graders - 3:00pm to 4:15pm
3rd & 4th graders - 4:30pm to 5:45pm

Please contact Sandy at IndigoGoddessArts@comcast.net or 860-316-7597 to reserve your space.

HK Sports: The HKMS Girls Field Hockey team continued on the road to an undefeated season by beating Guilford on their home turf, 6-1, on Monday afternoon. The score at half time was 1-0, with Nikki Hausherr scoring the only goal for HK. Guilford scored first in the second half, but HK quickly answered back with 5 more goals scored by Taylor Burger (assisted by Hannah Sullivan), Marissa Moncata, Jennifer Venuti with 2 goals (with assists from Sam Waskowitz and Jenna Venuti), and a shared goal by Bethany Riedy and Jenna Venuti. The varsity squad's record is now 10-0, with two games left in the season.

The JV squad ended its game against Guilford with a 0-0 tie. The JV squad's record is now 8-2. Wednesday is the last home game of the season against Polson Middle School (Madison) and the last game of the 2008 season is on Thursday.

Ready to defend the ball for HK are Bethany Riedy (#11) and Nikki Hausherr (#12). Photo courtesy P. Johnson

The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department will be sponsoring a Youth Basketball League this winter. The League is open to Haddam and Killingworth children in grades 3-8. There are both boys and girls divisions. Practices are conducted on weekday evenings between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, and games are played on weekday evenings and Saturdays. The fee is $80 per child ($120 family fee). There is no fee for Head Coaches, Referees, and Referee Schedulers.

In order to register for the league, children are required to attend an in-person skills evaluation and registration. All children will be placed on teams. The in-person skills evaluation and registration will be conducted on:

Wednesday, October 29th from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the New Middle School Gym.

Children must attend one of these registrations in order to be placed on a team. For further information, please call the HK Recreation Department at 345-8334.

To the Editor:
On your ballot this November you will find the question, "Shall there be a Constitutional Convention to amend or revise the Constitution of the state?" This might sound like a good way to make our government more responsive and responsible, but it is not.

First of all, the convention would not be an open gathering of citizens; delegates would be chosen by the state legislature (which can already initiate amendments). Average citizens would have no say in who would go to the convention, what kinds of changes could be proposed, or how the proposals would be considered.

Second, a convention would be costly, at a time of economic distress. It's not as if the state constitution is set in stone-in fact, it has been amended thirty times since 1965-and it can be amended in the future without the expense of a constitutional convention.

In the end, a convention would be more likely to restrict our rights than expand them, since it would open the door to the special interest groups, lobbyists, and big businesses that have a large presence in the halls of the legislature. These are the groups supporting the convention initiative now.

The last thing Connecticut needs is the kind of referendum-style governance that has led to so many problems in other states. Please vote no on the Connecticut constitutional convention.
Catherine Iino
Killingworth Selectwoman

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To the Editor:
Someone is removing Obama signs (safely and legally placed well within private property lines and at public areas such as the transfer station) but leaving signs for other Democratic candidates untouched. At best, this can be attributed to misplaced enthusiasm for Obama's opponent. At worst, we may be seeing the kind of hateful divisiveness that harms us all, regardless of our political views. I hope whoever is responsible will recognize the right of Killingworth residents to display their support of the Obama-Biden ticket in this critically important election.
Gwenne Lally

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To the Editor:
We wish to take this opportunity to thank a very kind lady by the name of Laura who stopped in her SUV and assisted us in getting roadside assistance this past Sunday afternoon 10/26/08,( we were stranded on Route 148 just west of Chester CT). Because of her kindness the afternoon was not such a disaster as it could have been. Laura thank you once again...
Don and Linda Gibson
Branford

HK Sports: The HK Middle School Girls Soccer team tied Westbrook at Westbrook on Friday, 1-1. Grace Colonia-Hughes scored on an assist by Kali DeNisi in the first half. In the second half Westbrook scored to tie the game. HK kept the ball down field and had multiple goal attempts but could not convert for a goal to break the tie.

The HKMS JV team beat Westbrook, 4-0. The first two goals were scored by Victoria Stook, then came a goal by Alix Jansma and finally a goal from Gwen Plum came off a corner kick.

Kalie DeNisi fights off Westbrook to trap the ball. Photo courtesy D. Savino

HKHS Field Hockey faced off against Stonington yesterday in another "Play 4 the Cure" game to help raise awareness for Breast Cancer Research. The teams battled back and forth and after regulation and one overtime period, the game ended in a 2-2 tie. HK goals were scored by Marina Annino and Lindsey Griswold. Shelby VanHuysen played an excellent game in goal for the Cougars. The team will wrap up the regular season on Wednesday evening when they travel to Branford to face the Hornets at 7 p.m.

Carley Mooney in action against Stonington with Ashley Scully looking on. Photo courtesy E. Anderson

Daniel Peter Salomone, 43, of Little City Rd., beloved husband of Yolanda (Hamilton) Salomone, died Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at his home.

He was born in Meriden, the son of Peter Salomone of Meriden and Mary Rose (Alvaro) Salomone of Meriden. He was employed with the Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. as a Regional Sales Manager. Dan was a member of the New England Trail Riders Association and was the assistant football coach of Durham-Middlefield Falcons, B-2 Division. In addition to his love of football and motorcycle riding, he was passionate about the Dallas Cowboys and the Boston Red Sox. But his greatest passion was for his wife and their children.

Besides his wife, parents and extended family, he is survived by his children, Kyle Daniel and Alexis Lee Salomone of Higganum.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. from Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown followed by an 11 a.m. Funeral liturgy at St. Peter's Church, Higganum. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Meriden. Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home, Monday (TODAY) from 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Webster Bank, Scholarship Fund for Kyle and Alexis Salomone, c/o Josephine Hall, 10 Main St., Bristol, CT 06010.

Registrar of Voters

The Killingworth Registrar of Voters will hold a voter registration session at the Killingworth Town Offices, 323 Route 8l on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. This is the last day in person registrations will be accepted before the November 4, 2008 election.

The Registrar of Voters are in their office Tuesday's 1-4 pm and 5-7 pm

The Killingworth Lions Club will hold its Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive on November 1 and 8 and their annual Christmas Food Drive on December 6 and 13 at the town compactor site from 8:00 A.M. to 12 Noon. Free will donations of food, food gift cards, and cash will be greatly appreciated. All items collected will be turned over to Helping Hands of Killingworth. Please remember your neighbors in need during the holidays.

Come and join us, venga con mios, (nostros Espanol no es mui bueno)at the Killingworth Library for a Bilingual Storytime with our friend from Costa Rica, Ailyn. The program will be held Friday's in November from 10-10:30 a.m.. No registration is necessary. y mucho gusto!

Sunday: October 19:
• 08:30:34 Medical Call, 15 Pleasant Trail.
Tuesday: October 21:
• 06:44:12 MVA, Route 81 & Route 148
Wednesday: October 22:
• 13:44:03 Medical Call, Route 81
Friday: October 24:
• 13:30:26 Medical Call, Route 80
Saturday: October 25:
• 11:10:38 MVA, Reservoir Road & Route 148.
• 14:14:08 Medical Call, Spencer Hill Road
• 21:54:59 Electrical Pole Fire, Route 81
• 22:08:05 Structure Fire, Shore Road Clinton
• 22:38:47 Wires Down, Chittenden Road
• 22:49:19 Structure Fire, Kelseytown Road

HK Sports: The HK Varsity Football team lost a tough contest with the Hyde Howling Wolves on Saturday, 32-0, with several starters out with injuries.

It was a tale of two halves as the Cougars played a tremendous first half only allowing Hyde to score with under 10 seconds left. That made the score 6-0 at halftime, and HK's confidence was booming. Unfortunately it did not carry over to the second half.

The Cougars were lead by an outstanding personal effort by Mike DiGregorio who carried nine times for 102 yards and caught three passes for 21 yards. Nick Digioia was just as impressive on defense, playing hard the entire game while racking up plenty of crushing tackles.

The HKHS Junior Varsity Girls Soccer team ends the season with a win over Cromwell, 2-0. Beth Ann Stehr scored for the Cougars with 24.20 left in the second half. HK's second goal of the game was scored by Michelle Wendt with under two minutes of play left in the game. Wendt received a beautiful pass from Megan Linsenbigler to score. Teagan Ferguson was in goal for the Cougars and earned the shut out.

Beth Ann Stehr cuts around a Cromwell player. Photo courtesy S. Mazzotta

HK Sports: The HK Middle School Field Hockey team added another win to their record by defeating Westbrook, 2-1, on Friday. Scoring in the first half for the Cougars was Nikki Hausherr, with the assist from Sam Waskowitz. The second-half goal was scored by Hannah Sullivan, with the assist from Bethany Riedy. The varsity squad's record is 9-0, with three more games left in the season. The JV squad also won against Westbrook on Friday by a score of 3-0. Sam Benevelli had 2 goals for the Cougars and Gracie Lyman had one goal. The JV squad has an impressive record of 7-2, with three more games this coming week.

Defending the ball for HK is 8th grader Marissa Moncata (#23) Photo courtesy C. Riedy

Agenda
Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen
Monday, October 27, 2008 at 9:00 a.m.
Town Office Building

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Approval of Minutes of Meeting held October 14, and Special Meeting of October 16, 2008
4. Visitors: Concerning Items on the Agenda
5. Tax Abatements & Refunds:
6. Vacancies:
    (A) IWWC - 1, (B) OEM - 1, (C) Public Health. - 5 (D) Housing Partnership - 4 (E) Library Board - 1, (F) Estuary Council of Seniors -2
7. Appointments:
8. Old Business:
    A. Yale School of Mgmt, Consulting Project - Cathy Iino
    B. Hours of Town Hall
    C. Award of Bid for Custodial Services
    D. ATV/Other Motorized Vehicles on Town Owned Land
9. New Business:
    A. Sand Bid Opening
    B. Review of quotes from Land Use Committee for Brush Clearing at Parmelee House - Hilary Kumnick
    C. Noise Control Ordinance
    D. Additional Fee Request by VMS (Burr Hill Road Culvert Project)
    E. Analysis Report from Board of Finance Concerning Purchase of Venuti Property
10. RJC Announcements
11. Selectmen's Concerns
12. Visitor Comments: General
13. Adjournment
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Greg Cumpstone (HKHS '08) had back-to-back shutouts over the past week to extend the Hofstra Men's Soccer team's unbeaten streak to four as the Pride defeated defending CAA CHampion Old Dominion, 1-0, on Saturday, Oct. 18 and then defeated George Mason, 1-0, on Wednesday, Oct. 22. The Pride is now 4-7-3 overall and 3-2-2 in the CAA. Hofstra is also 3-0-1 in the last four games, all with Cumpstone in net, with all three wins in that span coming via shutout.

Cumpstone had two saves in the 1-0 win over Old Dominion on Saturday, as the Pride knocked off the preseason favorite in the CAA, including a key diving stop in the second half with the game still scoreless. He then had a huge game in the Pride's 1-0 win over George Mason on Wednesday, picking up seven saves, including five in the second half, before the Pride finally broke the scoreless tie with 5:49 left in the game. He had one spectacular save on a rebound in front of the net, when he lunged to his right to stop a sure goal while lying on the ground.

Cumpstone, who took over as the Pride's full-time starter on Oct. 4, has now has three shutouts in his six collegiate starts, and has lowered his overall goals against average to 1.38. Hofstra has moved up from 11th place to fifth place in the conference standings in the last two weeks and is now in position to qualify for the six-team CAA Tournament with four games left in the regular season.