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Town Budget Passes by 270 Votes

 May 23, 2012

In the second go-around for the 2012-2013 Clinton town spending plan, the majority supported the budget. Of 2,492 votes, 1,381 voted "Yes" and 1,111 voted in opposition, a 270-vote difference.


Following the failure of the first vote on the...

Second Budget Vote Today

 May 23, 2012

Clinton voters are heading to the polls today for a second time to vote on the town's proposed budget of $14,898,814, which will result in a projected 25.18 mill rate. The Board of Finance approved to cut $150,000 dollars after the town budget was denied by 60...

Mom and Her Baby

 May 22, 2012

Willow, the mom on the left, looks like a baby herself, but is actually a young mother who gave birth to five kittens. Willow has such unique markings, mostly white with gray and orange patches and bright blue eyes. Her last remaining baby, Bonnie, is also...

'Bright Space' to Open at Middlesex Family Shelter

 May 22, 2012

Thanks to a grant from the Connecticut Department of Social Services’ Office of Head Start Collaboration and funding from Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, a new child-friendly play space will open this week at the Middlesex Family Shelter in...

People in the News

 May 21, 2012

 

VISTA Payment Leads to Town Grants

 May 21, 2012

WESTBROOK - As a non-profit, VISTA Vocational & Life Skills Center doesn't pay property taxes. But as a good neighbor, VISTA for a second year has given the town a payment in lieu of taxes. This year the Board of Selectmen voted that the...

The Joy of Flowers – and Lajla

 May 21, 2012

OLD SAYBROOK - Even as a young person growing up in New Britain, Lajla Hanes was drawn to flowers and joined the local garden club in order to learn as much as she could. No surprise then that when she moved to Old Saybrook 19 years ago, within...

Clinton Memorial Day Observances

 May 21, 2012

The town of Clinton is holding its annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28. Marchers should head to the center of town around 10 a.m.; the parade kicks off at 11 a.m. at Post Office Square. The American Legion is hoping to have 200 veterans participate this...

Conservation Commission Seeks Open Space Preservation

 May 21, 2012

CLINTON - Lawrence "Larry" Ouellette and the Conservation Commission have spent nearly six years seeking open space properties for purchase and on May 16 got the go-ahead from the Board of Selectmen (BOS) to pursue three parcels.

Ice Hockey Rink May be in Clinton’s Future

 May 21, 2012

CLINTON - Imagine being able to drive minutes away from your home to go ice-skating or play hockey. That may be a possibility sometime in the future.

CTA Petition for a Special Meeting

 May 21, 2012

CLINTON - The Clinton Taxpayers Association (CTA) was never modest about its stance on whether or not the town should appropriate $64,750,000 for a new Morgan School. Now that the new high school passed at the April referendum, its views-and its...

Jared Eliot Middle School Third Quarter Honor Roll

 May 21, 2012

 

A Great Day for Morgan: Felix and Husky Helpers

 May 21, 2012

May 18 was a big day for Morgan School students with the announcement of exciting news after the big reveal of the mysterious Felix figure that's been roaming around town since April 23.

Provided by the First Selectman's Task Force on Substance Abuse and the...

Cedro Honored by Italian-American Historical Society

 May 21, 2012

On April 15, the Italian-American Historical Society of Connecticut presented its 23nd annual Distinguished Service Award to all founding members, both living and deceased. Among the recipients was Clinton resident Louise Cedro, who was honored for her...

Budget Update: No Update

 May 17, 2012

Following the failure at referendum on May 9 of Clinton’s 5.32 percent town spending increase, the Board of Selectmen held the second of two scheduled public hearings on May 16 at the Town Hall, with about 20 residents weighing in on the $150,000...

Finance Tweaks BOS Budget Cuts

 May 16, 2012

Following the failure of the proposed town budget for 2012-'13, Clinton’s Board of Finance (BOF) met May 15 to discuss the Board of Selectmen (BOS) approved reductions to the town’s budget in the amount of $150,000. The BOF maintained the final BOS...

Sen. Daily to Retire from Legislature Upon Completion of Current Term

 May 15, 2012

State Senator Eileen M. Daily (D-Westbrook) today announced her intention to retire from the General Assembly upon completion of her current term. Senator Daily has prepared a letter for political allies, supporters, and delegates to next week's 33rd Senatorial...

Madison Hosts Cystic Fibrosis Walk

 May 15, 2012

Great Strides: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis comes to Madison's Surf Club on Saturday, May 19 at 9 a.m. Hosted by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Connecticut Chapter, Great Strides is the foundation's largest national fundraising event.

Hello, Babies

 May 15, 2012

Want to pick up your day and put a smile on your face? Just look at these precious angels! Kitten season is here and Forgotten Felines has kittens of various ages, sizes, and colors who all need homes quickly. The kittens are very playful, loving, and acclimated...

Daily will not seek reelection to state Senate

 May 15, 2012

Hartford - State Sen. Eileen Daily, D-Westbrook, announced today that she will not seek reelection this fall.

John Neri—Dedicated Clinton Volunteer

 May 14, 2012

For decades, John Neri has been a fixture in Clinton, volunteering as often as possible to help support and provide services to residents, and being actively involved with the Fire Department, senior housing, and the American Legion.

Reduced Town Budget Moves to Second Referendum

 May 14, 2012

The majority of Clinton voters headed to the polls on May 9 approved the 2012-'13 education budget, though the town budget was turned down by only 60 votes.

Preliminary Discussion Begins on 350th Anniversary

 May 14, 2012

CLINTON - With Clinton's 350th anniversary less than eight months away, a small group of dedicated residents met May 9 to begin discussions on the festivities that will take place for a full year.

Memorial Day Parade Just Around the Corner

 May 14, 2012

CLINTON - It's almost time to honor the town's local heroes-Clinton is gearing up for the annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28. The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. at Post Office Square in downtown and runs until 2 p.m.

Clinton Historical Society Prepares for Summer

 May 14, 2012

CLINTON - With summer's busy season just around the corner, Clinton Historical Society (CHS) is ready. From photographs and paintings to clothing and beach gear, the exhibit in the CHS Museum Room at the Town Hall will showcase all aspects of...