LITCHFIELD COUNTY NEWS
Bell to ring in New Milford for missing soldiers
Bell ringing to honor peaceThere will be a bell ringing Jan. 24 at noon to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the Paris Peace Agreement (Jan. 27 is the real anniversary) outside St. Francis Xavier Parish Center on the green. The agreement ended America's active involvement in the Vietnam War.
New Milford's Relay for Life kickoff is Jan. 23
Relay for Lifeready for kickoffThe American Cancer Society will hold its New Milford Relay for Life kickoff Jan. 23 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Bank Street Theater, 48 Bank St. The kickoff will include a luminaria ceremony, games, a video presentation, and speeches.
Dinner to benefit Rakowski family
A dinner to benefit the Rakowski family of New Milford will be held Jan. 24 from 3 to 7 p.m. in Danbury.The dinner, organized by the New Milford Recreation Association and hosted by Anthony's Lake Club, will take place at the lake club at 10 Christopher Columbus Ave.
Youth offerings on tap at The Maxx
The Maxx on Railroad Street in New Milford will offer several events in the coming days.They will include music by Those Mockingbirds, Euphoria and others Jan. 15 with doors to open at 6:30 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. for $8; and a sixth-grade winter dance Jan.
Public invited to Kent library events
Kent Memorial Library will offer a variety of programs in the coming days.They will include a program with Mark Robinson, author of "Smoke, Fire and Angels," Jan. 16 at 4 p.m.; a screening of "Garbage Warrior" Jan. 21, "Who Killed the Electric Car" Jan.
IAIS announces winter programs
The Institute for American Indian Studies in Washington will offer a variety of programs in the coming weeks.They will include a winter film festival Jan. 16-17 at 2 p.m. each day, a winter survival walk Jan. 23 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., winter games Feb.
Naturalist to visit Roxbury this month
World-famous naturalist and author George Schaller of Roxbury will present "A Naturalist in the World's Wilderness" at the Roxbury town hall Jan. 24 at 3 p.m.Sponsored jointly by Minor Memorial Library and the Roxbury Land Trust, the program at the 29 North St.
NMHS Boosters to host benefit gala
The New Milford High School Booster Club will hold a Green Wave Gala dinner-dance and silent auction March 13 from 7 p.m. to midnight.Festivities will be at The Fox Hill Inn in Brookfield.Tickets are $85 per person and will include a cocktail hour, dinner, dessert, dancing, an open bar, a silent auction and a raffle.
Get a 'grasp' on carpal tunnel syndrome
Band to play Jan. 22 concert at the MaxxThe Maxx on Railroad Street in New Milford will feature a concert by Those Mockingbirds, Euphoria and other bands Friday, with doors to open at 6:30 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30. Cost is $8.A sixth-grade winter dance is planned for Jan.
Roses & thorns
ROSES to those postal delivery workers and employees of FedEx, UPS and other delivery services for their efforts, especially during the holiday season and the cold, snowy winter months, to be sure each and every package arrives in one piece, safely and as close to on time as possible.
Questions legal costs for the police contract
To the Editor:Concerning the New Milford police contract dispute, according to the article by Nanci Hutson in the Jan. 9 News-Times, starting officers earn $42,000 per year and, after five years, earn $53,000.That is an average of $47,500 per year.
Lauds generosity of New Milford area residents
To the Editor:With the holiday season now behind us, I would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Greater New Milford community on behalf of the New Milford Social Services Department.Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have been able to help an unprecedented number of families and individuals.
My town has much beauty to offer
Sometimes it feels like it was 100 years ago that I used to house-sit for my sister and her husband while they went on vacation with their kids.They've been living in New Milford for 25 years now, and I swore back then that I would never live here.At that time I was working at The News-Times in Danbury and the commute alone was enough to make me feel that way.
Are laws pressing our Constitution to change?
To the Editor:Before 1776 American Nationals had only one problem which was the King of England.The Declaration of Independence by Jefferson, Adams and Franklin, items were listed that called people to resist:Among them were, "imposing tax on us; erected a multitude of new offices and sent officers to harass our people and eat out their substance; combined with others to subject us to a jurisdiction foreign to our Constitution.
Appreciates efforts of staff at Huntington...
To the Editor:To all the staff at the Huntington Learning Center, Cristina Matta, director, Jeff Perrillion, coordinator, and all the teachers, we would like to thank all of you for helping our children with their educational needs. Their confidence has increased and they are more comfortable in their classrooms.

Schools chief has long wait for raise
TORRINGTON - The head of the city school system and the Board of Education had a long night Wednesday.
Free lunch offered to youths at city park
TORRINGTON - A local organization is offering free brown-bag lunches to area children throughout the summer.
Where are the discounts?
TORRINGTON - Eighty to 85 percent of statewide gas stations may soon be offering discounts to customers who use cash to pay for their gasoline, but it may be a while before city filling stations get on board.
New East School principal hired
TORRINGTON - The city school system has hired a veteran educator to be the new principal at East School, the district said Tuesday.
Flower child
Four-year-old Krysta Carlson hones her gardening skills while helping out with the marigold planting on Monday at the Torrington Child Care Center. Purchase a glossy print of this photo and more at www.
Wii are the champions
First-place foursome, from left, Antoinette Hyde, Maureen Williams, Pat Cheever and Robert Hyde celebrate their win in the Sullivan Senior Center's Nintendo Wii bowling league tournament Monday in Torrington. The center purchased the gaming system late last year and it quickly became a sensation with close to 60 area residents...
Man pleads not guilty in cane beating
BANTAM - A Torrington man accused of beating a boy with a cane pleaded not guilty to criminal charges Monday in Bantam Superior Court.
Candystriper bus to be funded again in Winsted
WINSTED - The Candystriper bus service between Torrington and Winsted will continue after selectmen unanimously agreed Monday night to return the line item to the proposed 2008-09 budget.
Police have a fairly quiet holiday weekend
TORRINGTON - Police busted people for driving under the influence and responded to other crimes and complaints over the 4th of July long weekend.
Four honored by Jewish group
TORRINGTON - Four area residents were honored on Sunday at the Warner Theatre as role models for their community service.
Jewish music draws a variety of listeners
TORRINGTON - The 12th Annual Klezmer on the Hills featured Grammy nominee Andy Statman and his band playing a rousing blend of music.
Twisters to welcome Dominican all-stars
TORRINGTON - The Torrington Twisters' exhibition game schedule continues to draw high-quality opponents.
Edward Reeve Sr., 79, on July 4, 2008....
WINSTED - Edward B. Reeve, Sr., 79, of 33 High St., passed away on July 4, 2008, at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington after a brief illness.
Fireworks brighten city
TORRINGTON - Rain fell periodically throughout the day Friday while residents picnicked under grey skies. But shortly around 9:30 p.m., fireworks lit up the city sky.
City man reunited with long-lost dog tags
TORRINGTON - A local veteran was recently reunited with a dog tag he lost after being wounded on a battlefield in Vietnam.
Klezmer on the Hills set for Sunday
TORRINGTON - Featuring music from a Grammy nominee, the 12th annual Klezmer on the Hills will be held Sunday afternoon at the Warner Theatre.
City man charged in beating
TORRINGTON - A local man was released on a $50,000 surety bond after allegedly beating his son with a cane, according to police.
Gunshot fired at city apartments
TORRINGTON - A former city man and a Torrington woman are behind bars after the man fired a pistol into the air Wednesday at the Woodland Hills apartments, police said Thursday.
Gladiator games
Nina Lestrud, 7, tries to push through combatant Ambyr Petersen during the "Gladiator Games" held at Shookie Recreation in Torrington on Thursday.
Tempers flare at city recreation meeting
TORRINGTON - A heated exchange about a suspended summer basketball league player ended with the player's reinstatement pending an appeal decision Wednesday.
hey, can you spare some change?
Maureen "Mo" Hubert, executive director of The Friendly Hands Food Bank, kicks off the "Hey Can You Spare Some Change" drive Wednesday at bank's Torrington headquarters. The food bank is hoping to collect enough change with the fund-raiser, which runs through Sept. 30, to fill the facility's shelves, as they...
Death penalty a possibility
NEW BRITAIN - The man accused of killing two men, including one from Torrington, and dumping their bodies along a highway last month could be put to death if convicted.
More than fireworks on city July 4th menu
TORRINGTON - Area residents planning to attend Friday night's Fourth of July celebration at Torrington Middle School are encouraged to come early, organizers said, since the event features more than just a fireworks display.
City man accused of sex with 15-year-old
LITCHFIELD - A 32-year-old Torrington man charged in April with having sex with a 14-year-old girl was arrested again Wednesday for allegedly having sexual relations with a 15-year-old girl.
Multiple phone calls lead to man's arrest
BANTAM - A Torrington man accused of calling a city woman a "fat pig" in 57 voice mail messages he allegedly left on her phone pleaded not guilty to harassment charges Wednesday.

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