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History, November 10
Today in History: November 10, white supremacists stage coup in Wilmington, North Carolina By The Associated Press undefined Today is Sunday, Nov. 10, the 315th day of 2024. There are 51 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 10, 1898, in Wilmington, North Carolina, a mob of as many as 2,000 white […]
Is college even worth it anymore?
My friend and her daughter are on the hunt. They are neck-deep in the college search process, which is giving me no end of flashbacks. Please don’t do this to yourself, I try to tell her. “I’m not,” she says, defensively. “It’s just that she’s not sure how many advance placement tests to take and […]
More aging Americans face dementia battle alone
Sociologist Elena Portacolone was taken aback. Many of the older adults in San Francisco she visited at home for a research project were confused when she came to the door. They’d forgotten the appointment or couldn’t remember speaking to her. It seemed clear they had some type of cognitive impairment. Yet they were living alone. […]
Ball & Socket Arts pays tribute to overlooked POWs through art of Carl Holmstrom
In March 1941, nine months before Pearl Harbor, Carl Holmstrom of Branford enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps. A recent graduate of the Pratt Institute, he was a promising young graphic artist, but he wanted to serve his country before embarking on a full-time career. After Japan’s surprise attack on Dec. 7 brought America […]
Litchfield selectmen back Region 20’s proposal to borrow $1.9M to cover town’s education debt
LITCHFIELD – A proposal by the cash-strapped Region 20 Board of Education to borrow $1.9 million that would cover Litchfield’s existing education debt has the support of Litchfield’s Board of Selectmen. Selectmen endorsed the bonding plan Tuesday, ahead of a Dec. 3 referendum in which voters from Litchfield, Warren, Morris and Goshen will consider the […]
This 46-acre property in CT could become a solar farm
WINSTED – A 46-acre property at 132 Spencer Hill Road could become home to a solar farm. The undeveloped land was purchased by Vineyard Sky Farms Corp. in February for $860,000. In recent months, tree cutting has occurred and town officials said they were receiving inquiries about what was going on there. Zoning enforcement officer […]
Cash-strapped Nuvance Health eyes lifeline with Northwell merger to sustain Connecticut Hospitals
SHARON – Cash-strapped Sharon Hospital owner Nuvance Health believes an affiliation with Northwell Health will enable its Connecticut hospitals to remain open and thrive. Representatives from Nuvance and Northwell spoke in favor of the merger during Wednesday’s hearing on a certificate of need application before the state Office of Health Strategy. Under the plan, Northwell, […]
Connecticut’s early voting rollout sparks calls for faster ballot counting, process reforms
One of the consensus takeaways from the big early voting turnout in Connecticut is that the counting of early ballots needs to start and end sooner. The introduction of this popular new voting option in the 2024 elections presented many teaching moments and the lessons learned will inform upcoming discussion and debate on changes to […]
Yale New Haven nurse re-indicted for allegedly tampering with patient painkillers
NEW HAVEN – A federal grand jury re-indicted a Southbury nurse at Yale New Haven Hospital for tampering with drugs meant for patients. Federal prosecutors allege Sean Falzarano repeatedly took vials of painkillers like lorazepam and hydromorphone out of the hospital’s secure drug dispensers and swapped the medication with saline, putting patients at serious risk. […]
Peter A. Tulay
TERRYVILLE – Peter Alan Tulay, 83, of Terryville, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. A graveside service with military honors will be on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, 10 a.m. at St. Michael Cemetery, 35 Kearney St., Terryville. scottfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Robert F. Santamaria
TORRINGTON – Robert F. Santamaria, a 35 -year resident Harwinton and most recently of Torrington, died on Nov. 6, 2024, after a long illness. He was 85 years old. Born and raised in Torrington, he was the son of Flavio and Domenica (Serasio) Santamaria, immigrants from Piemonte in Northern Italy. Robert attended Torrington public schools […]
Luz C. Santos
WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness that the family of Luz C. Santos (Arce), age 93 of Waterbury, shares the news of her peaceful passing in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, surrounded by the love and care of her family. Luz was born in Penuelas, Puerto Rico, Feb. 9, […]
Camillo Vieira
DUNEDIN, Fla. – Camillo “Cam” Vieira, 80 years old from Naugatuck, Conn., passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, in Dunedin, Fla., a suburb of Clearwater. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Mary (Griffin) Vieira. Cam is also survived by his sister, Linda Vieira, and her husband John Young, of Old […]
Elvira J. Cino
SOUTHBURY – Elvira J. Cino passed away Nov. 2, 2024. Please visit prospectmemorial.com to view her full obituary and to leave your condolences.
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John G. Watson Jr.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – John (Jack) Girvan Watson Jr., 82, of St. Petersburg, Fla., passed away peacefully on Nov. 4, 2024. He was the beloved husband of 60 years of Madeline (Matty) (Monty) Watson. Jack started his career as a toolmaker for more than 30 years; he then became a police officer in Thomaston, Conn., […]
Wright L. Jimmo Jr.
WOODBURY – Wright Leon Jimmo Jr., 80, of Woodbury, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Nov. 5, 2024. Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 2 School St., Woodbury, CT 06798. A memorial service will begin at 3 p.m., […]
Victoria Bouthot
NAUGATUCK – Victoria Bouthot, 74, of Naugatuck, passed away on Oct. 1, 2024. To view a full obituary, please visit buckmillerthurstonmengacci.com.
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Norbert Richard Christel, 99
MOUNTAIN LAKE, Fla. – Norbert Richard Christel died peacefully and surrounded by loved ones at his home in Mountain Lake, Fla., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. He was 99 years old. Born to Norbert William and Esther Mallman Christel in Valders, Wis., on Sept. 11, 1925, Norbert – or “Chris” as he was often called […]
Francis P. Muccino
WATERBURY – Francis P. Muccino passed away Nov. 2, 2024. Please visit prospectmemorial.com to view his full obituary and to leave your condolences.
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Walter J. Kloss
SHELTON – Walter John Kloss, 58, passed away Nov. 3, 2024. For complete obituary, please visit hickcoxfuneralhome.com.
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Michael A. Smolen
WATERBURY – Michael Andrew Smolen, 80, of Waterbury, passed away peacefully on Oct. 26, 2024. He was born Dec. 19, 1943, to the late Dorothy and John Smolen Sr. He was predeceased by his brother Paul Smolen of California. Michael attended St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia, where he earned his high school diploma. He […]
Reginalda De Luca
SOUTHBURY – Reginalda “Gina” De Luca, age 100, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at the Lutheran Home. Proud to have reached her 100th birthday on Feb. 20, 2024, she was the daughter of Felice and Filomena (Saccomanno) De Luca. She is survived by her sister Mrs. Clorinda D. Hanlon; her niece Mrs. Doreen […]
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Keith A. Johnson
TORRINGTON – Keith Alan Johnson, 79, of Torrington, passed away Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, at the Litchfield Woods Health Care Center after a long battle with dementia. Keith was born in Waterbury on Jan. 19, 1945, and had resided in Torrington for the last dozen years. He was the son of the late Arthur H. […]
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Donald R. Falcetti
LITCHFIELD – Donald R. Falcetti, 92, passed away on Nov. 4, 2024, at his Litchfield home. He was the loving husband of Barbara (Bishop) Falcetti for more than 65 years. Don was born on Nov. 12, 1931 in Berlin, Conn., to the late Pietro and Josephine (Tinti) Falcetti. He was predeceased by his sister, Lois […]
Dean R. LaQuay
BEACON FALLS – Dean R. LaQuay, age 83, beloved husband of Lydia (Morello) LaQuay, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at Waterbury Hospital. He was born in Johnstown, N.Y., on Nov. 12, 1940, son of the late Herman and Marguerite (Austin) LaQuay. He was a resident of Beacon Falls for 56 years, and retired from […]
Margaret H. Boucher
PLYMOUTH – Margaret H. “Peggy” Boucher, 83, passed away on Nov 3, 2024. She is survived by her niece, Suzanne Babcock Latimer, with whom she lived for many years. Please visit lyonsfuneralhome.com.
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Marylee Holihan
BEAUFORT, S.C. – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marylee (Petrucci) Holihan, who left us on Oct. 1, 2024, in Beaufort, S.C., at the age of 77. Born on April 11, 1947, in Waterbury, Conn., to Lena (Padula) and Michael Petrucci, Marylee was the oldest of five children. She attended […]
Edward J. Wagner
WOLCOTT – Edward J. “Neil” Wagner, 54, passed away at Saint Francis Hospital on Nov. 4, 2024. He is survived by his sister, Jennifer L. Mortensen. A prayer service will be on Saturday at 2 p.m. Friends may visit with Edward’s family from 1 p.m. until time of service. Please visit berginfuneralhome.com.
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Harold T. Peterson
NAUGATUCK – Harold Taylor “Pete” Peterson, age 91, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, at Beacon Brook Health Care Center in Naugatuck, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband for 66 years of Joan M. (Russett) Peterson. Mr. Peterson was born Aug. 11, 1933, in Waterbury, son of the […]
Joseph M. Renna
WATERTOWN – Mr. Joseph M. Renna, age 91, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, at MidState Hospital. He was the loving husband of Joyce (Chillemi) Renna. Born in Waterbury on June 30, 1933, Joe was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Jannetty) Renna. He graduated from […]