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New Park Proposed For Southington

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Thu, 31 May 2012 13:02:29 GMT

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A committee charged with examing the town's recreational facilities has proposed that a new park be built in the north end of town.

Southington Town Council Endorses Artificial Turf For High School Football Field

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Wed, 30 May 2012 21:35:01 GMT

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The town council voted unanimously Tuesday to begin the process of buying artificial turf for the football field at Southington High School after a public hearing in which dozens of speakers endorsed the proposal.

Police Close Investigation Of Alleged Extortion Attempt Against Major League Pitcher Carl Pavano

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Wed, 30 May 2012 21:01:00 GMT

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Police said Wednesday they have closed an investigation into an alleged extortion attempt against Major League baseball star Carl Pavano, a former standout at Southington High School.

Markley, Mazurek To Face Off In 16th Senate District

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:13:50 GMT

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State Sen. Joseph Markley is seeking his third term representing the 16 t h Senate District, running against a former state representative who is seeking to make a political comeback.

Hearing On Turf Plans For Southington High School Football Field To Be Tuesday

Tue, 29 May 2012 13:28:17 GMT

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A hearing on plans to replace the grass turf on the football field at Southington High School with an artificial one will be on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of DePaolo Middle School.

For Some Canada Geese, A Life On The Road

By BILL LEUKHARDT, wleukhardt@courant.com — Sun, 27 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Only a bird-brained parent would raise their children year after year on the thin grassy strips on the edges of a highway, feet from speeding streams of offspring-flattening cars and trucks.

Electronics Recycling Event Planned In Plainville

Fri, 25 May 2012 13:39:19 GMT

A collection where people can dispose of television sets and other consumer electronics that they no longer want will be on June 9, town officials have announced. The event is free and will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at GE Energy Industrial Solutions at 41 Woodford Ave.

Louis Martocchio Expected To Be Named To Fill Vacancy On Southington Town Council

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

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The town's assistant town attorney has stepped down and is expected to be named to the town council on Tuesday.

Southington High School Graduate To Attend U.S. Naval Academy

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:24:16 GMT

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School officials will host a reception for Colin Magaro, a 2011 graduate of Southington High School who has been chosen to attend the United States Naval Academy, on June 5, the high school has announced. The reception will be at the school and begins at 8:30 a.m.

Father Charged With Hurting Infant Son In East Granby

By DAVID OWENS, dowens@courant.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 23:38:55 GMT

A local man faces felony charges after state police said he injured his 4-month-old son.

Aqua Turf Agrees To Modify Rest Rooms To Comply With ADA

By EDMUND H. MAHONY, emahony@courant.com — Wed, 23 May 2012 22:55:10 GMT

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U.S. Attorney David B. Fein said Wednesday that the owners of the Aqua Turf Club, a well-known banquet facility in Southington, have agreed to make modifications to its rest rooms in order to bring them into compliance with federal rules governing access by people with mobility disabilities.

Southington Students Raise Money For Veterans Group

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Mon, 21 May 2012 23:22:11 GMT

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The Fisher House Foundation, which helps wounded veterans, has received a $4,000 donation made possible by a fundraiser in local schools.

Students At Southington's Hatton School Raise Money For American Heart Association

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:40:00 GMT

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Students at Hatton School have raised $7,017 in the American Heart Association's annual Jump Rope for Hear fundraiser. The students got pledges for how much they could do and did the jump roping during gym classes.

Southington Education Foundation Elects Officers

Thu, 17 May 2012 12:05:00 GMT

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The Southington Education Foundation has elected new officers, according to an announcement that the organization has released.

Hearing On Field Plans In Southington Is May 29

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:39:03 GMT

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A hearing on plans for artificial turf on the football field at Southington High School that could cost nearly $900,000 is set for May 29. The proposal has attracted a lot of interest in the sports community in town and the upcoming hearing will be in the auditorium at DePaolo Middle School at 7 p.m.

Southington Town Council Chairman Leaves Board

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:23:28 GMT

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Council Chairman Edward Pocock III resigned from the panel Monday, ending a 2 1/2- year tenure so he can focus on his career in the police department.

$127.7 Million Budget Adopted After Rancorous Debate In Southington

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:12:51 GMT

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The town council adopted a $127.7 million budget for the upcoming year after a rancorous debate Monday.

Free Film Screenings In The Hartford Area, May 17-23

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:51:00 GMT

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Southington Town Council Chair To Step Down

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:21:00 GMT

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Town council chairman Edward Pocock III is expected to step down from that position when the council meets on Monday.

Southington's State Rep. Zeke Zalaski Won't Seek Re-Election

Wed, 09 May 2012 21:27:00 GMT

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State Rep. Bruce "Zeke" Zalaski announced on Wednesday that he will not seek re-election after representing part of Southington in the legislature since 2003.

Ken Vilar, Founder And Coach For Southington Lacrosse Association, Dies

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:47:52 GMT

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Lacrosse players, parents and coaches in town are mourning the unexpected death on Monday night of Ken Vilar, a man they credited with a key role in getting the game started in Southington.

Strong School Staff Member Is Southington's Paraprofessional Of The Year

Tue, 08 May 2012 16:07:15 GMT

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Barbara Perretta, who works at Strong School, is the district's paraprofessional of the year, Superintendent of Schools Joseph Erardi has announced.

Veteran Police Officer Promoted

Mon, 07 May 2012 22:27:28 GMT

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Edward Pocock III, a veteran town police officer and chairman of the town council, has been promoted to be one of the department's two captains, officials announced on Monday.

Boy Scout Project To Restore Garden At Barnes Museum

By KEN BYRON, kbyron@courant.com — Fri, 04 May 2012 20:18:35 GMT

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The town-owned Barnes Museum, once the home of a family of prominent business leaders, had formal gardens that were good enough to be featured in the 1922 edition of Country Home.

Man Accused Of Murdering His Mother Not Competent To Stand Trial

Staff reports — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:28:31 GMT

James D'Aquila, who is accused of killing his mother by kicking her repeatedly in the head, is not competent to stand trial, a judge said in Superior Court in New Britain on Thursday morning.