Some angry over election of cardinal Nov 14, 2007
"I m not really surprised that he was elected he was the next in line but (I m) very disappointed," said Kathy Rector of Southington, co-leader of the Connecticut chapter of Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests. "He s got a history of essentially not dealing with priests who have abused kids," Rector said. (New Haven Register, CT)
Man charged with armed robbery Nov 14, 2007
According to a warrant for his arrest, Robert Jutras, 44, of last known address 118 Oak St., Southington, was the culprit who walked into the Citgo gas station on New Britain Road just as the clerk was opening the store in September 2005. Jutras then asked for a carton of cigarettes and pulled out what appeared to be a black semi-automatic handgun while pulling a towel over his face, the warrant said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Mount Southington gets ready for winter Nov 12, 2007
Southington's slopes have made it possible since 1963 for Connecticut residents, not to mention after-school racers, to forgo the long drive to Vermont in favor of local skiing and snowboarding ... Instead, Mount Southington is prepared to cover its 14 runs and 50 acres of ski- able terrain with snow made by a fleet of snow machines that are being readied for the colder weather ... If the weather cooperates for four or five days, Mount Southington can lay down more than two feet of snow over all... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Main Street Singers prepare for Saturday Nov 12, 2007
Callie Costello, an eighth-grader at DePaolo Middle School in Southington and Amanda Starr, an eighth-grader from St. Paul's in Kensington lean over a poster they are preparing so the kids can easily learn a new song. Patricia Sanchez, a fifth-grader from Smith Elementary School in West Hartford, said, "I like it here because I really like singing all the time." Caylin Pollard, a fifth-grader from Vance Elementary School in New Britain, nods, smiles and adds, "The music is great and I get to... (New Britain Herald, CT)
It's not easy being an icon, or struggling sitcom director Nov 11, 2007
In the tidy kitchen of his mother's suburban split-level home in Southington on Saturday, Thomassen and his volunteer actors and crew filmed scenes from the show, which, he said, will be on his MySpace page Dec. 10. He said he's also submitting it to a "Comedy Central" contest. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Tests show quality of area waterways is getting worse Nov 11, 2007
Once educated, the volunteers fanned out in teams to five sites: Ten Mile River on the Southington/Cheshire line; Misery Brook in Southington; Harbor Brook in Meriden; Wharton Brook in Wallingford and Meetinghouse Brook, also in Wallingford. Using plastic bins, they scooped up mud, sticks and insects from streams and went back to home base to separate their insect catch in ice cube tray compartments. (New Haven Register, CT)
Recount puts Zoni on Southington council Nov 10, 2007
A 14-person recount team, plus other officials, tallied the votes for a second time and declared Zoni the winner by 18 votes over Dolores Longo. Both Zoni and Longo lost votes in the recount, ending up with 3,596 and 3,578, respectively. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Girls SoccerWarde overcomes Wilton;Darien falls, Trumbull rolls Nov 10, 2007
Class LL: Trumbull 1, Southington 0 - Krstien Forster scored in the 69th minute to give the sixth-seeded Golden Eagles the victory over third-seeded Southington. Forster took a pass from Ali Ditolla in the box and settled it, then put a shot past Southington goalkeeper Alexis Erazial (10 saves). (Stamford Advocate)
Sex offender allegedly asks teen to engage in sexual act Nov 10, 2007
Keith Dubin, 21, of 146 Delahunty Drive was already posted on the state's Sex Offender Registry for a 2006 conviction for obscenity to minors when he asked a local teen to have sex, police said. "A male teen about 14 or 15 was at the gazebo in Plantsville with some friends Oct. 15 when Dubin approached him to solicit him for sex," Sgt. Lowell DePalma said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Still the kings of the CCC North Nov 10, 2007
Savino Melluzzo and Anthony DePaolo combined for four touchdowns and the defense forced six turnovers Friday night as undefeated Southington defended its division crown with a 34-21 victory over New Britain at Fontana Field ... "They're very good at getting upfield so if we get some down-blocks going and catch them in upfield pressure, we're going to be able to gash that once in every once in awhile," Southington coach Bill Mella said ... "Southington spreads you out," New Britain coach Paul... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Unbeaten Darien rolls on; No. 7 Staples eliminated Nov 9, 2007
Class LL: Danbury 3, Southington 2 - The eighth-seeded Hatters came back from a 2-1 deficit and won by the scores of 25-23, 20-25, 22-25, 25-23, 15-11 ... Ninth-seeded Southington finished 15-6. (Stamford Advocate)
Differing Accounts Of Attack Nov 8, 2007
MIDDLETOWN A witness testifying in Superior Court Tuesday against Southington therapist Ernest Garlington said Garlington approached him and another man on Aug. 13, 2002, about killing a doctor. But during cross-examination Wednesday, Garlington's attorney reminded Willie Foote, a five-time convicted felon, that is not the account he gave to police earlier. (FOX61, CT)
2 recounts awaited in Southington Nov 8, 2007
For Southington Democrats, who had already had a 6-3 majority on the council, the issue was that Southington is better off with more Democrats. Councilmember John Barry, who was running for another term, said he was pleased to see so many people showing up to vote on issues of such importance to Southington residents ... Primarily, he said that overdevelopment is a detriment to Southington. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Registrars prepare to repeat tabulation Nov 8, 2007
The Secretary of the State's Web site reported that 31 percent of Southington voters, or 8,211 out of 26,481 registered voters, actually cast a ballot ... "There will be an expense, but I'm not sure it what it will be." Whatever the cost, the town of Southington will be responsible for it. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Recounts in the works Nov 8, 2007
There are also recounts coming in Farmington and Southington. The Herald 2007. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Trumbull kicks Greenwich High girls soccer out of Class LL tournament Nov 8, 2007
The win for Trumbull brings them one step closer to the Class LL state title, and their next test will be tomorrow against No. 3 Southington, a 1-0 winner over No. 19 Shelton yesterday. It also brings the Eagles one step closer to erasing the bitter memory of their loss to Darien in the FCIAC semifinals. (Greenwich Time)
Felon Links Suspect To Plot Nov 7, 2007
MIDDLETOWN When he wasn't in jail, Willie Foote, a five-time convicted felon, would now and then meet up with Southington therapist Ernest Garlington, his childhood friend since the age of 4. During one of those meetings, Foote testified Tuesday in Superior Court, a plan was hatched to hurt someone. (FOX61, CT)
No. 12 Bulldogs Head to Princeton Nov 7, 2007
QBs (Hand of Madison) and (Southington High) both earned state player of the year honors as seniors. In addition, RB (New Britain High) was the New Haven Register's player of the year. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
FIELD HOCKEYDanbury defeats Southington Nov 6, 2007
The Advocate - FIELD HOCKEY Danbury defeats Southington ... FIELD HOCKEY Danbury defeats Southington ... Published November 6 2007 Class LL: Danbury 2, Southington 0- Danbury's Jillian Colley played a part in both goals to help the Hatters advance. (Stamford Advocate)
Officials say voters will start to get used to optical-scan systems today Nov 6, 2007
While many Connecticut communities are unsure how the new voting machines will work, Southington, Newington and Plainville registrars are confident from having used the new optical scan voting machines ... Southington and Newington voters used the optical scan machines in the last election ... Bob Sherman has been a registrar in Southington for 14 years and said once people use the new technology, they will accept the new technology. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Southington landmark gets a facelift Nov 5, 2007
"It's the tallest thing around." From the bell tower, about two-thirds of the way to the top of the steeple, it is possible to look over the whole of Southington ... Although a Christian community, the church facility opened its doors in 1989 to the Southington Jewish community, which now holds services in the building's chapel. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Jeep flips; driver arrested Nov 5, 2007
Ryan Miller, 22, of 55 Dunham Place was behind the wheel when his white Jeep Wrangler lost control on a curve headed east on Mulberry Street early Aug. 5 and rolled several times, throwing all four occupants out of the vehicle as it struck a fence and landed on a nearby lawn, police said. "Investigators determined that speed and alcohol were a factor," Sgt. Lowell DePalma said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Southington creates drought coordinator position Nov 5, 2007
"And no doubt as the world goes along, there will be things that he will have to get involved with." Council member Michael Riccio expressed concern with the current state of the water supply in Southington ... "Our water department has done all that they can do." The council designated Tom West, Southington's water superintendent, as the drought coordinator. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Detective Testifies In Attack Trial Nov 3, 2007
The detective, William Porter, was one of several witnesses the state called to testify Friday in the Superior Court trial of Southington therapist and self-help author Ernest Garlington, one of three men accused of conspiring to murder Hopson during a second attack outside a mental health clinic in Middletown on May 21, 2003. Hopson - who is the ex-husband of Garlington's wife, Darlene Powell-Garlington - is currently married to Flora Allen-Hopson, mother of basketball star Ray Allen. (FOX61, CT)
GHS football focused on Stamford despite big showdowns ahead Nov 2, 2007
Currently, the only other unbeaten in LL is Southington, which GHS beat 28-7 in last year's state final. Shelton and Norwich Free Academy, both at 6-1, would also make the LL playoffs, while New Britain and Central are the other one-loss teams. (Greenwich Time)
Man who lost son to heroin wants to help others facing same tragedy Nov 2, 2007
"I want them to know there are people there for them. If I had the opportunity to speak while Chris was alive, I would have done it." He is preparing to make his son's battle public by joining forces with Parents 4 A Change, a Southington group seeking to raise awareness that a heroin problem is plaguing the town and the state. The group was formed about six months ago to make residents and town officials aware of opiate use in Southington and its impact on local families ... "I asked Mark about... (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Week 8 breakdown Nov 2, 2007
Glastonbury (3-4) at Southington (7-0) Tonight, 7 p.m. The legend of the Southington defense continues to grow with every week and the stats are startling. The Blue Knights have yielded but 326 yards rushing (1. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Police: Women steal Halloween costumes, spray store manager Nov 1, 2007
Police said three women entered the I Party store at 750 Queen St. and began stealing Halloween masks, costumes, bags and candles. According to the police report, the store manager approached the women and was allegedly assaulted and sprayed with an unknown chemical substance by one of the women. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Students Told: 'You Sustain Me' Oct 31, 2007
Hurley lives in Southington with her 2-year-old son, Daniel, and her husband, Jim McGetrick, a history teacher at Platt High School in Meriden. Contact Rachel Gottlieb at rgottlieb@courant. (FOX61, CT)
Intern Van Tassel tells 'The Legend of Sleepy Hallow' Oct 31, 2007
The Herald - Intern Van Tassel tells 'The Legend of Sleepy Hallow. As part of the Halloween season, fourth-grade students at the school have been studying the Washington Irving tale, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." While the characters of Tarrytown are fictional, the school has their own Van Tassel to bring the story to life. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Attorney Fights Use Of Video Oct 30, 2007
MIDDLETOWN Alleged acts of hostility between Ernest Garlington and the man he is accused of conspiring to kill can be used as evidence in the trial of the Southington therapist and motivational speaker, a Superior Court judge ruled Monday. Judge Patrick J. Clifford, however, held off on ruling whether to admit a video of Garlington involved in an unrelated alleged conspiracy. (FOX61, CT)
Outgoing seniors have grown with program Oct 30, 2007
Which team is Alex Rodriguez most likely to sign with. On the field below, those seniors were coasting through their final regular-season home game, a 6-0 win over New Britain, as they are on the verge of the state tournament with a 10-5-1 record. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Southington anti-drug group holds workshop Oct 30, 2007
"I think this is the single most important step Southington can do to address this problem," said state Sen ... "Southington has had a habit of keeping it quiet," Zalaski said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Woman tells story of local man's fight with heroin addiction Oct 29, 2007
She said her goal in telling his story is to let other parents in Southington know there is a drug problem and that local kids are using. "He was a Southington kid and he used with other Southington kids," Babiarz said ... "He was structuring his life within the boundaries he needed to. He had told me that he was afraid if he used again he would die." Babiarz said Southington police officers turned up at the family's home hours after Gilbert and a friend were shooting up heroin in a Hartford... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Triano steps down, not away, after 400 meetings Oct 28, 2007
A Southington native, Triano said that while she will miss the interaction with the community that comes with serving on the council, she is looking forward to developing in her new role as pastor of an East Haddam church ... "It's a good time to leave it in the hands of other folks." The work done on the council and in the community of Southington has been a highlight of her life, Triano said - a family trait ... Triano's father was Southington's chief of police in the 1960s and 1970s. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Players' Cuts Investigated Oct 28, 2007
SOUTHINGTON Unusual cuts sustained by four Southington High School football players during a game last week appear to have been caused by the sharp edges of equipment, not a weapon, police said Friday ... But on Thursday, Southington football coach Bill Mella speculated that the injuries were caused by equipment ... Players were checked after Southington coaches reported the injuries to referees at the end of the first half. (FOX61, CT)
Police: Man drags girlfriend with truck Oct 23, 2007
David Mongillo, 44, of 98 October Lane was arrested after officers responding to neighbors' calls found his girlfriend lying in the road with a severe injury to her leg, police said. "We are still investigating and at this point we don't know if she became caught on the vehicle or held on," said Sgt. Lowell DePalma. (New Britain Herald, CT)
4 busted in ATM break-in attempt at clam shack Oct 20, 2007
"The alarm was going off as well. When we arrived, they were gone, but they had attempted to get into the ATM." Southington police broadcast a description of the vehicle in which the four were believed to have left, and Cheshire officers found them a short while later. DePalma said while investigating the four, local police discovered cocaine and drug paraphernalia with the group. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Obituaries -- Oct. 18, 2007 Oct 20, 2007
two daughters, Diana Dale Peake of Southington, and Ellen Adelaide Peake Davis and her husband, Robert of Windham, N.H.; one son, Chester Arthur Peake of Stratford; one grandson, Trevor Davis, and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted Sunday, Nov. 4 at 11 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 150 Chapel St., Stratford. (Stratford Star, CT)
Police seek shoplifter who also showed gun Oct 20, 2007
Anyone with information on his identity is asked to call Southington police at (860) 621-0101. The Herald 2007. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Man held on $1M bond Oct 19, 2007
His mother, Carol Schulmann, 65, of Southington was also arrested on charges of third-degree hindering prosecution and interfering with an officer. She was held on $50,000 bond and was also scheduled to appear in court Thursday. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Police: Self-Help Author Out To Hurt Oct 17, 2007
MIDDLETOWN In a recent self-help book, Southington counselor and motivational speaker Ernest Garlington urges readers to watch the company they keep and to bring prayer and discipline into their lives ... They now live with Powell-Garlington's two children on Old Mountain Road in the Marion section of Southington. (FOX61, CT)
Slight edge to Knights Oct 17, 2007
Edwards beat her defender and crossed to Alfieri for the game's lone goal Tuesday to give Southington a 1-0 victory and sole possession of first place in the CCC North ... "She's probably the best goalie in the state. She's going to Quinnipiac in the fall. ... Jill made one or two great saves but most of the saves she made were pretty routine. Our defense did a good job of keeping them in front of us and making them take long shots. You're not going to score on Jill Kelley from outside the... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Radio Museum again opens to public Oct 16, 2007
"After more than seven years we have finally found a permanent home and are ready to re-open to the public," says Museum Director John Ellsworth, a Southington teacher and radio aficionado. "Over the last two years, with financial help from Windsor, the state and numerous volunteers, we've been able to create a fitting display space in our new location. This initial display area will house a sampling display that traces the development of electronic communications from the early 1800s up until... (East Hartford Gazette, CT)
Cheshire looks to rally from slow start Oct 16, 2007
"After Amity, Cheshire will face Wilbur Cross, Notre Dame-West Haven, West Haven and then Southington on Thanksgiving. "We re going to do the best we can," Ecke said. "We re sitting at 2-3. It s not where we wanted to be. (New Haven Register, CT)
Southington Arts Council celebrates 25 years Oct 15, 2007
She pursued her dream into the formation of the Southington Arts Council ... The Southington Arts Council continues to pursue this mission 25 years later ... The Greater New Britain Arts Alliance will help the council celebrate its 25th anniversary by holding a special "Another Friday" celebration Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at First Congregational Church, 37 Main St., Southington. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Halfway to playoff land Oct 15, 2007
MacMillan, who went on to captain and star at UConn, lost his first game pitching for the Legion, 1-0, to Southington. He then won his next 21 decisions to finish 21-1 for his career. (Middletown Press, CT)
Food Share volunteer could benefit from property aid Oct 13, 2007
But unlike neighboring Southington, New Britain has no additional option for people such as Forester, until the resolution of the Common Council is put into effect by the mayor. "I think it's good, because I have been reading in the paper that other towns in Connecticut have been doing that," Forester said of the proposed additional property tax relief for seniors. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Rell starts discussion, 'first in a long series' Oct 13, 2007
Giammatteo, a Southington native, was severely injured during a rocket-propelled grenade attack in Iraq in 2004 and has undergone more than 30 surgeries at Walter Reed Army medical Center. The Summit for Returning Veterans was co-sponsored by the state Department of Veterans' Affairs and the university's Center for Public Policy and Social Research. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Police looking for driver who caused crash Oct 13, 2007
The crash occurred when the Saturn abruptly shifted from the left lane across traffic to the exit ramp, causing the SUV traveling behind to swerve into the same lane as a tractor trailer, police said. The SUV flipped on its side with the camper trailer in tow, police said. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Vets set battle plan for home front in summit at CCSU Oct 13, 2007
Schwartz hosted the meeting, which featured opening remarks from Gov. M. Jodi Rell, an afternoon keynote address from Southington native Marc Giammatteo, commissioner of the Presidential Commission on the Care of America's Wounded Warriors, and focus groups designed to identify urgent needs of Afghanistan/Iraq veterans and ways to meet those needs. Veterans, family members, service providers and state policymakers met in focus groups during the morning and reported on their recommendations in... (New Britain Herald, CT)
The word is spreading about the Jump! Zone's take on indoor fun Oct 13, 2007
Owned by Burlington resident Scott Rich and Southington resident John Shea, the Jump ... He grew up in Southington and has moved around the country as a corporate telecommunications CFO. His wife, Stephanie, is from Orange, Connecticut. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Desired Move Results In Death Oct 11, 2007
SOUTHINGTON Junus Cecunjanin and his family were moving into a home they had worked long and hard for on Tuesday when he decided to explore the area ... Dzevat Cecunjanin said on Wednesday that the family was moving to Southington from Waterbury and bought the house on Gwen Road after saving their money and getting financial help from relatives. (FOX61, CT)
Police, CL&P investigating electrocution Oct 11, 2007
Southington Police, CLstigating electrocution By: LISA BACKUS, Herald staff10/11/2007 SOUTHINGTON - Police and officials from Connecticut Light are still investigating how a 13-year-old boy managed to climb into a Johnson Avenue power substation where he was found electrocuted by company employees investigating a power outage Tuesday afternoon ... "Our hearts go out to the family and we do have representatives reaching out to them if they need anything and we are offering our condolences." The... (New Britain Herald, CT)
13-year-old electrocuted at Southington substation Oct 10, 2007
His family was moving into a home on Gwen Road in Southington. Neighbors reported a brief power outage about 5 p.m. Tuesday. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Town Organizes To Fight Drug Use Oct 8, 2007
SOUTHINGTON Police and counselors will say that drug use in town is nothing new ... "We want Southington to understand that we owe it to our children to protect them from danger, and that sometimes that danger comes from young people themselves," Mary Marcuccio, a parent, said in a recent interview ... "I think Southington has failed children in some respects," Marcuccio said. (FOX61, CT)
Shorthanded Greenwich football takes on rival Danbury Oct 5, 2007
00), Southington (110. 00) and Newtown (106. (Greenwich Time)
Hundreds amble to help the Easter Seals Oct 1, 2007
The 33-year-old Southington mother said the organization provided speech, occupational and physical therapy, and educational programs. "They have been helping her since she was 4 weeks old," Pratt said. (Stamford Advocate)
Prepping for Shelton Sep 28, 2007
The Gaels are equally impressive on defense with the return of several talented starters from last year s team that went 8-3 and lost to Southington in the Class LL state semifinals ... " Fairfield Prep won last season s meeting 14-9. and although both teams finished with two losses, each still qualified for the playoffs. Although early in the season, tonight s meeting will likely have huge Class LL implications. "(Class) LL is a crapshoot," Magdon said. "Southington, Greenwich, New Britain,... (New Haven Register, CT)
Missing woman found on I-95 Sep 27, 2007
Police said Elizabeth Somerset, 85, of 17 Hickory Hill, was found by New York State Police on Interstate 95 near New Rochelle, N.Y. They believe she had run out of gas, when the trooper found her on the highway at 3:15 p.m. "She does suffer from mild dementia and was taking medication, so that may have played a role," said Sgt. Lowell DePalma of the Southington Police Department ... Somerset had been reported missing Tuesday afternoon by her son Gary Somerset when she attempted to drive from her... (New Britain Herald, CT)
New Haven Register Top 10 Football Poll Sep 26, 2007
Dropped Out: Bloomfield (10). Other teams receiving votes: Bunnell-Stratford (2-0), 232; Maloney-Meriden (2-0), 195; Hand-Madison (2-0), 100; Windham (2-0), 94; West Haven (1-1), 88; Seymour (2-0), 87; Ledyard (1-0), 47; Newington (2-0), 46; Windsor (2-0), 40; Bloomfield (1-1), 36; Holy Cross-Waterbury (2-0), 31; Woodland (2-0), 30; Berlin (2-0), 25; Bridgeport Central (1-1), 21; Pomperaug-Southbury (2-0) and Ridgefield (1-1), 19; Bristol Eastern (2-0), Conard-West Hartford (2-0) and Tolland... (New Haven Register, CT)
Supplying the right path Father-in-law's advice proved good choice for Torrington Supply CEO Sep 24, 2007
Becker believes the Malcolm Baldrige Community Award he will receive Thursday at the Aqua Turf in Southington recognizes the contributions the entire Stein family has made to the Waterbury community over the years, not the least of which is the company's steadfast refusal to move its corporate office out of downtown Waterbury. "I know I'm the one receiving the honor, but I'd like to think that this award is being given in recognition of all the things my wife, my father-in-law and the entire... (Republican-American)
Disturbance in vehicle leads to heroin arrest Sep 20, 2007
A motorist had notified a police officer parked nearby that he had witnessed a disturbance in a vehicle where Gregg Lynt, 31, of 57 Berlin St., Southington, was a passenger, Lt. William Tyler said. When the officer investigated, she determined the disturbance had been resolved but Lynt was discovered to be carrying 0. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Bulldogs Open Home, Ivy Slate Saturday at 12:30 Sep 19, 2007
Former Southington (Conn ... QBs (Hand of Madison) and (Southington High) both earned state player of the year honors as seniors. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
TUESDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK Sep 18, 2007
Bloomfield (1-0) at Southington (1-0), Friday, 7 p.m.: This should be an early- season classic in the Central Connecticut Conference featuring two of the state s most prolific offenses ... QB Elliot Turek is a standout for Southington. (New Haven Register, CT)