HK Sports: The HKHS Boys Basketball team fell to North Branford last night, 47-71. Steve Landell led all scorers with 23. Sam Barbuto, John Webber and Wes Nuhn each contributed 6. The Cougars are 1-10 on the year.

The Killingworth Foundation is offering two scholarships. The first is called The Killingworth Foundation Scholarship and is offered to a graduating high school senior who is a permanent resident of Killingworth and who has a cumulative grade average of "B" or higher. If the student is home-schooled, equivalent status must be verified. The applicant must be applying to a post-secondary educational institution.The scholarship is based on academic achievement, fullness of character, community service, and both school and community extra-curricular activities, or employment.

The second scholarship is the Marjorie Kirk Ullrich Scholarship and is offered with the same requirements for residency and academic achievement, but it is limited to a student who intends to major in one of the fine arts.

The deadline for applications is March 1 for a May 1 decision. Applications can be obtained online at www.killingworthfoundation.org or from the Guidance Department at Haddam-Killingworth High School. In addition to the written application, a high school transcript is required and there will be a personal interview scheduled. Please send applications to The Killingworth Foundation, P. O. Box 621, Killingworth, CT 06419.

The Killingworth Scholarship Association is offering scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are residents of Killingworth. Applications must be submitted by e-mail and are available through our website at www.KillingworthToday.com/KSA. The application deadline is March 31st.

The application process involves completion of a questionnaire and an essay, followed by an interview for promising candidates. Interviews will be held in late April and early May.

The Killingworth Scholarship Association has awarded over $85,000 to many outstanding students over the last two decades. Based on their academic achievement, character, leadership skills, and participation in school and community activities, the committee selects several students for the scholarships. Income is not a consideration. The amount of each scholarship varies depending on both the number of successful applicants and the amount of money contributed.

If you are interested in supporting our students, please send your tax-deductible contribution to: The Killingworth Scholarship Association, Inc., c/o Robin Chasse, Treasurer, PO Box 653, Killingworth, CT 06419.

HK Sports: The HKHS Girls Basketball team defeated Westbrook, 56-26, at the fieldhouse last night. Junior Jordan Shultz led all scorers with 12 points and Shelby Van Huysen had 8. Also contributing to the balanced scoring for the Cougars were Emily Anderson (7), Carley Mooney (7), Deanna Loso (6), Shaina Rowley and Allie Rand with 4 points each and Lauren Muise, Lindsay Gorman, Cloe Savino, and Shawna Skwarek with 2 points apiece. Lauren Muise, Allie Rand and Deanna Loso also had 6 rebounds each. Next up for the Cougars is a home match up against the Bellringers of East Hampton on Monday night at 7pm.

The 2009 Relay for Life Kickoff party was held Thursday, January 22 at the HK High School Auditorium. Event co-chairs Jim Schaefer and Karen Graham welcomed everyone, and Schaefer shared with the audience the goals for 2009. "We hope to have at least 70 teams signed up to walk laps; more than 1,000 luminaries to honor those who have lost their lives to cancer; and at least 95 survivors registered with fundraising in the 130K range," he stated.

Graham added "The Relay is not a race because there is no finish line until cancer is cured. When cancer strikes you or a loved one personally, it can leave you feeling hopeless - like a victim....The Relay for Life gives an opportunity to fight against that feeling, to offer hope to those who are fighting cancer within your community."

Raf Graham spoke movingly about her role as a Caregiver and the benefits that the American Cancer Society provided to her during her experience, while Kellie Moskey, team captain for Reflections Carwash-Team Moskey, shared her fundraising ideas as well as why she chooses to Relay. Her speech showed a wonderful example of the younger generation taking a leadership role in the fight against cancer. Laptops were available for people to register their teams...8 teams signed up, including 3 brand new teams!!

The event will be held June 5-6 at the track on the campus of the Haddam-Killingworth High School. Contact the co-chairs by e-mail at HKrelayforlife@gmail.com to volunteer or go to www.relayforlife.org/hkct to sign up for the event, or call Alexis Begin at the American Cancer Society at 203-379-4827

"We hope to see you come help us celebrate, remember and fight back," Graham said.

The Killingworth Nursery School Association will hold its annual Open House and 2009 Fall Registration on Saturday, February 7th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00p.m. KNSA is an unaffiliated, nonprofit, cooperative nursery school housed downstairs in the Killingworth Congregational Church, 273 Route 81.

Terrific Tots classes for 2-year-olds with a caregiver will be offered Monday through Friday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00. Three-year-old classes are offered two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30 or afternoons from 12:15 to 2:45. Classes for 4-year-olds are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the same hours.

Registration for KNS for families with a current membership will be held on Monday, February 2nd and Tuesday February 3rd from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Registration for Alumni families will be held on Thursday, February 5th and Friday February 6th from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Registration is open to the public beginning February 7th. No phone registrations will be accepted. A registration fee of $125.00 is required at the time of registration.

Come and meet our teachers and see our school. We invite you to experience the caring and involvement that is Killingworth Nursery School. For further information please call (860) 663-2950.

Starting this summer, youth football and cheerleading will return to Haddam and Killingworth! The young HK Cougars will be comprised of boys and girls, ages 7-14. The football team will compete in the Connecticut Youth Football League (CTYFL.com). As a member of the CTYFL, HKYFA Cougar cheerleaders will cheer at games and also compete in an annual competition.

Haddam-Killingworth fielded two youth football teams in the early '80s but lacked the town support to sustain the program. Since then Haddam and Killingworth's kids have had the opportunity to participate with the Tri-Town Warriors organization in Deep River.

"Local youth football programs are essential to the success of your high school program", says Sal Morello of the state champion Cromwell Panthers. The CTYFL had two state champions this year: Class S Cromwell and LL Champion Glastonbury. Both programs attribute their success to the strong youth programs in their respective town.

The new HKYFA Cougar program is receiving strong interest already and has the support of the HK High School program. HKYFA Board members include President Rob Steinhilper, Coaching Director George Callender and Cheerleading Director Sylvie Orlando.

There will be an informational meeting and registration on Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:45 p.m. in the Haddam-Killingworth Middle School auditorium. For more information, please visit our website at www.hkcougars.com.

HK Sports: The HK Girls Middle School Basketball team handed the Elliot Eagles of Clinton their first loss in three years on Tuesday at home in a thriller game by the score of 38-37. The score rocked back and forth with HK taking a one point lead into the locker room at halftime, 20-19. HK amassed 7 steals, 9 rebounds and 2 blocked shots with their tenacious defense to hold Elliot's offense in the first half. The girls added another 6 steals, 12 rebounds and 4 blocked shots in the second half to seal their win against rival Elliot. Anna Fetteroll topped HK scorers with 11 points (5 rebounds and 4 steals). Tori Peterson added 6 points, 8 blocked shots and 7 rebounds. Contributing to the team effort were Sam Waskowtiz (6 points, 5 steals, 1 blocked shot), Beth Riedy (5 points, 6 rebounds, 1 blocked shot), Marissa Moncata (4 points), Maya Savino (4 points, 1 steal) and Kirsten Carlson (2 points). The girls are 6-1.

The JV squad also notched another win to their record of 6-1, by the score of 22-16. Autumn Spinner led all scorers with 6 points, followed by Jacque Garofalo and Jen Venuti (4 points each). Casey Jackson, Kiley Anderson, Amanda Pitruzello and Lauren McCann each chipped in with a pair.

Many thanks to the HKHS Girls Basketball team, and coaches Bombaci, Anderson, and White for coming out in support of the MS girls team against Elliot!

The Healthy Communities Healthy Kids Coalition will host Tony McCabe of East Haddam Youth & Family Services along with East Haddam Resident State Trooper Jeff Rhoades, TFC and Killingworth Resident State Trooper Matthew Ward, for a presentation on "Heroin in our communities" at its meeting on Wednesday, January 28 at 8:00 a.m. in the high school lower media center.

HC-HK Co-Chairs Hilary Kumnick and Tanja Moriarty encourage the public to attend and participate in this important discussion. One of our own local State Troopers remarked, "If people think Heroin doesn't exist in Haddam & Killingworth, they are wrong".

The mission of HC-HK is to prevent and reduce substance abuse, other risky behavior, and, promote the wellness in the community. Community members formed the coalition (formerly the Prevention Council) in 1993 in response to the growing concern about the number of Haddam and Killingworth youth using and abusing alcohol and other drugs. A collaborative effort enhances and strengthens the process of identifying and addressing areas of concern.

If Region 17 schools are delayed or canceled, the meeting will take place the following Wednesday, February 4 at 8:00 a.m.

HK Sports: The HKHS Girls Basketball team fell to undefeated Old Lyme, 52-45, on Monday night at the fieldhouse. The Cougars fought back from a double digit first half deficit to close within 4 points in the 3rd quarter, due in large part to their stifling pressure defense which led to 16 team steals. Shelby Van Huysen led all scorers with 14 points. Deanna Loso (10 points, 6 rebounds, 7 steals) and Emily Anderson (11 points, 6 rebounds, 3 steals) also contributed on both ends of the floor. Read more about the game in today's Middletown Press



The HK U13 Travel Girls Basketball team made it four wins in a row on Sunday. They beat visiting North Branford, 41-20. Beth Riedy led all scorers with 14 points, followed by Tori Peterson with 9 points. Lauren McCann added 6 points, while Maya Savino chipped in with 5 points. Both Savino and Kiley Anderson each hit a three pointer.

Madison Youth Wrestling posted some strong results Sunday, January 25th at the King of the Mat Tournament in Windham. The wrestlers fought hard against Connecticut powerhouses Somers, New Fairfield, Danbury, and Southington as well as competitors from Rhode Island. MYW brought home several medals competing in their toughest brackets of the season. Bringing home the gold were Michael and Matthew Elias as well as Kevin Wivell. Luke Bernardo brought home silver. Bronze medals were earned by Ryan Vuolo, John Ruggerio, Peter Elias, and Zack Roth. Joey Ciotti and Nate Rogers represented the team well but placed out of medal contention.

On January 13, the Southeast District of the Connecticut Junior Soccer Association held its annual awards ceremony at Waterford High School. Grace Colonia-Hughes, Joey LaRosa, Jack Clark, and Mike Boccia of the Haddam-Killingworth Soccer Club were among those honored for their dedication, sportsmanship, playing ability, positive attitude, and leadership skills in the sport of soccer.

Colonia-Hughes currently plays in the girls U14 division and is often double rostered to other teams. LaRosa and Clark are teammates and play in the boys U14 division. All three attend the HK Middle School and are in eighth grade. Colonia-Hughes and LaRosa also received the Cougar Award for their HKMS teams. Boccia has held leadership and coaching roles within the HK Soccer Club and at the HKMS. He continues to support soccer on many levels within town. Congratulations to all!

(l-r) Grace Colonia-Hughes, Joey LaRosa, Jack Clark and Paul Boccia. Photo Courtesy D. Colonia

The lights have been delivered and over 900 feet of trench has been dug for the power cables as the HK Touchdown Club marches closer to its goal of installing stadium lights at the high school.

With help from both football team players and Connecticut Light and Power Co., power lines have been installed to connect to the base unit of the lights. Due to cost constraints, the original plan was re-designed to avoid an additional $45,000 expense.

HK Touchdown Club members are still seeking donations toward the project. The lights will be used for home football, soccer and track events, as well as community-wide events. Donations may be sent to: H-K Cougars Touchdown Club Lighting Fund, c/o Liberty Bank, P.O. Box 345 Higganum, CT 06441

Plans are also in the works for a raffle and possible golf tournament. Anyone interested in coordinating either activity is urged to call Touchdown Club President Al Sheahan at (860) 463-7541

Monday: January 19:
• 11:01:45 Medical Call, Schnoor Road.
• 12:13:43 Medical Call, Roast Meat Hill Road.
• 15:39:22 Structure Fire, Chester, Ferry Road.
Tuesday: January 20:
• 15:23:57 Medical Call, Roast Meat Hill Road.
Wednesday: January 21:
• 11:01:22 Automatic Alarm, Clinton, Route 81.
Thursday: January 22:
• 02:08:10 Medical Call, Route 81.
Friday: January 23:
• 18:40:22 Brush Fire, North Parker Hill Road.
Saturday: January 24:
• 18:07:14 Automatic Alarm, Route 148.

The HK Recreation Department is sponsoring the Enchanted Sleeping Beauty on Wednesday, February 18th from 1:00 - 2:45pm at the HK High School Auditorium. The fee is $7 Adults / $6 children (ages 2 - 12) payable at the door. The show is presented and produced by the Newington Children's Theater, a traveling group of talented young people committed to the goal of presenting quality children's theatre.

SLEEPING BEAUTY, is a bewitching musical with enough pageantry, romance, swordplay, and magical fun to entertain every member of the family.

Based on the familiar Brothers Grimm fairy tale, this musical adaptation is sure to wake you up on a chilly winter's day. A delightful treat for elementary school- aged children and their families, SLEEPING BEAUTY's cast of colorful characters includes the sweet (and drowsy) Briar Rose, a brave Prince, the hilariously twisted Evilina, three Good Witches, a neurotic Chef, dueling Dark Knights, a loveable King and Queen, and more.

For more information, please call the HK Recreation Dept. at 345-8334.

HK Sports: The HKHS Girls Basketball team defeated North Branford, 63-43, on Friday night at the fieldhouse. The Cougars were led by senior tri-captains Shelby Van Huysen (16 points), Allie Rand (16 points, 8 rebounds) and Deanna Loso (15 points, 4 steals). Emily Anderson also hit double figures with 10 points and Lauren Muise grabbed 9 rebounds. HK is now 9-0 in conference play and will host undefeated Old Lyme on Monday at 7 p.m. at the fieldhouse.



The HKHS Boys Basketball team fell to Valley Regional on Saturday night, 43-53. The Cougars trailed the whole game with several strong runs, but poor foul shooting and a small line-up derailed the rallies. HK was led by Steve Landell with 24 points, followed by Sam Barbuto with 9 and Rob Flynn (pictured) with 8. Taylor Rioux led Valley Regional with 24 points.


Parents of the boys and girls basketball teams pitched in to purchase a new padded scorers table.

Agenda
Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen
Monday, January 26, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Town Office Building

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Approval of Minutes of Meeting held January 12, 2009
4. Visitors: Concerning Items on the Agenda
5. Tax Abatements & Refunds:
6. Vacancies:
    (A) IWWC - 1, (B) OEM - 1, (C) Public Health Agency-5 (D) Housing Partnership - 4 (E) Estuary Council of Seniors - 2 (F) Land Use - 1 (H) Open Space Sub Committee - 2
7. Appointments:
8. Old Business:
     A. Change Name of Historic Preservation Committee to Historic Review Committee
     B. Change Terms of Appointments for (3) members of Historic Review Committee: Randy Davis & Robert Broach - 2 years, Lewis Scranton - 3 years.
     C. Park & Rec - Wettish Property Multi Purpose Fields
9. New Business:
    A. Discussion/Unsafe Structure - Demolition - R. Leighton, M. Wells, Esq.
    B. American Heart Association Proclamation "Wear Red Day for Women" - February 6, 2009
    C. BOS Acceptance of "Heft Brook Lane" as a Town Road
10. RJC Announcements
11. Selectmen's Concerns
12. Visitor Comments: General
13. Adjournment
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