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Turf project is underway: SHS field is closed to the public

September 6, 2012
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Turf project is underway: SHS field is closed to the public

On Wednesday, Aug. 29, local officials met with construction personnel for the ceremonial ‘first shovel’ to begin construction for the Southington High School artificial turf project. The facility is off limits to the public until the project is finished. From left, Acting Town Engineer Jim Grappone-Acting Town Engineer, Southington Athletic Director Eric Swallow, Town Councilor…

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New year means new focus on fitness for some

January 4, 2012
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New year means new focus on fitness for some

By ROB GLIDDEN STAFF WRITER Local gyms are preparing for an influx of new customers to coincide with the New Year and are hoping they can keep everyone committed to a healthier lifestyle. “The New Year is always the busiest time for us,” said Elisabeth Roberge, owner of Fitness XPlosion in Plainville. “Everyone wants to…

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Where the ebony, ivory, oils, and canvas meet

January 3, 2012
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By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR There’s the art of music. And there’s the artistry of painting. Typically, if the two meet, it’s a case of inspiration. For example, a piece of art may inspire a piece of music. Think Mussorgsky’s classical composition, “Pictures at an Exhibition,” which was inspired by the work of the 19th…

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New aid ship heads to Gaza, Israel vows to stop it

June 4, 2010
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New aid ship heads to Gaza, Israel vows to stop it

ISTANBUL – An aid ship trying to break the blockade of Gaza could reach Israel’s 20-mile (32-kilometer) exclusion zone late Friday, an activist said, but Israel’s prime minister has vowed the ship will not reach land. The dueling comments suggest a potential new clash over Israel’s three-year-old blockade of the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip — and…

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Good Times, Good Times

April 7, 2010
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testing good times

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A Commentary Story

April 7, 2010
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commentary

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First Sports Post

April 7, 2010
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this is a sports post

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Third Neighbors Post

April 7, 2010
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Testing, testing..

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Second Neighbors Post

April 6, 2010
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First Neighbors Post

April 6, 2010
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