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4 To advertise, call (860) 628-9645 The Step Saver/ The Observer Friday, October 4, 2013 Apple Valley AARP named 2013 Chapter of the Year By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER From collecting donations for the Rocky Hill Veterans Home and troops overseas to donating used books to the American Legion Auxiliary to funding two annual $500 scholarships for local graduating seniors, the Apple Valley Southington Chapter of AARP Connecticut has served all members of the community, young and old. The chapter’s involvement in a variety of community service projects served as a key factor for the AARP to choose Apple Valley as the winner of the 2013 Chapter of the Year Award, according to Nora Duncan, the state director of AARP Connecticut. “Their ability to keep 235 members actively engaged is really impressive,” Duncan said. “It is about taking care of people right here at home.” Last week AARP Connecticut awarded the chapter with a plaque during a ceremony, where State Senator Joseph Markley, State Representative David Zoni and State Representative Al Adinolfi also recognized the chapter’s contributions to the entire community. Josephine Theriault, the new volunteer president of the chapter, said she feels proud that the AARP chose her chapter out of all 34 chapters that applied for the award. “It is really exciting to be singled out as doing a good job,” Theriault said. “Our motto is to serve and not to be served, and the group lives up to that every day.” Every year an AARP Connecticut Chapter receives an award in recognition of its community service and advocacy and its participation in activities that fulfill the lives of older individuals. Other service projects of Apple Valley include saving box tops and labels for the town’s schools, supporting Bread for Life through a $400 donation for food and providing Christmas gifts for 40 senior citizens. Volunteers have also provided a free will donation to victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy through United Way and donating $200 toward the high school’s all-night graduation party. Rachel Wache, the former volunteer president of the chapter, applied for the annual award this year. Calling the award an “honor,” Wache said the chapter won this yearly award for the first time, and she feels proud of the impact that her chapter has made on all members of the community. “Whatever we do here affects everyone,” Wache said. “We touch all of those lives.” Wache also said she hopes that all volunteers of the chapter will continue serving the needs of people throughout the town and the state. “I hope that for the future, they continue to grow, to continue to be active in the community,” Wache said. Besides participating in community service projects, Chapter volunteers also meet with local legislators to support issues that matter to Connecticut’s elderly population in Hartford. Anyone over age 50 interested in becoming a member of AARP can call toll free at (866) 295-7279. Comments? Email lcapobianco@southingtono bserver.com. Bread for Life to host Soup Nite Soup Nite, a major fundraiser for Bread for Life, is set for Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., at Southington High School. The event has grown over the years thanks to the donations of soup, breads and donations from various local restaurants and eateries. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at the door. “It is a wonderful community event and we look forward to seeing many of our supporters there,” said Eldon Hafford, Bread for Life executive director. For more information, visit the website www.southingtonbreadforlife.org or call the office at (860) 276-8389. LISA CAPOBIANCO Southington’s Apple ValleY AARP was recently named the 2013 Chapter of the Year. Pictured, Volunteer President of AARP Connecticut Laura Green poses with Rachel Wache, the former volunteer president of the Southington Apple Valley Chapter and Josephine Theriault, the current volunteer president of the chapter. Send us your letters! 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Friday, October 4, 2013 The Step Saver/ The Observer To advertise, call (860) 628-9645 Local man charged with stealing a car and going for a joyride A local man surrendered to police following an arrest warrant stemming from a stolen car that was taken for a joyride. On Wednesday, Sept. 25, Domenic Luongo, 18, of Southington, surrendered to police. He was charged with first degree larceny, third The Southington Police Department has reported the following arrests. Jesse R. Nealon, 38, of 68 Walnut St., was charged on Sept. 17 with violation of a restraining order. Bond was set at $10,000 with a Sept. 17 court date. Kimberly Bouchard, 28, of 307 Stonegate Road, was charged on Sept. 17 with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $500 with a Sept. 18 court date. Sharone Patterson, 27, of 20 Quaker Lane, Bristol, was charged on Sept. 17 with violation of a protective order. Bond was set at $2,500 with a Sept. 18 court date. Emily A. Seeley, 23, of 27 Leominster Rd., Bristol, was degree burglary, using a motor vehicle without the owner’s permission, second degree criminal trover, interfering with an officer, evading responsibility, operating a motor vehicle without a license and failure to drive in a proper lane. He was held on a $5,000 bond with an Oct. 7 court date. The warrant stems from an investigation into an accident that took place on Sept. 12, at approx. 12:30 a.m. in the area of 300 West St. A police investigation revealed that earlier in the evening Luongo stole a vehicle from the area of Round Hill Road. after finding Police Blotter charged on Sept. 18 with third degree larceny. Bond was set at $5,000 with a Sept. 18 court date. Timothy Ribolla, 30, of 92 Eden Ave., was charged on Sept. 16 with disorderly conduct, interfering with an officer and first degree criminal trespass. Bond was set at $5,000 with a Sept. 17 court date. Jesse Julia, 31, of 35 Darling St., was charged on Sept. 18 with DUI and failure to drive right. Bond was set at $1,000 with a Sept. 30 court date. Justin R. Weber, 33, of 191 Queen St., was charged on Sept. 19 with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $1,000 with a Sept. 20 court date. Heather Landrie, 31, of 191 Queen St., was charged on Sept. 19 with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $1,000 with a Sept. 20 court date. Adam R. Madore, 26, of 90 Cherrybrook Rd., Canton, was charged on Sept. 20 with DUI and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. Bond was set at $500 with a Sept. 30 court date. John Lindsey, 50, of 3610 Yacht Club Dr., Adventura, FL, was charged on Sept. 13 with first degree larceny and possession of less than an oz. of marijuana. Bond was set at $75,000 with a Sept. 16 court date. Vincent Glorisos, 66, of Southington’s History With the aid of the Southington Library’s online archive of historic Southington papers, we will give you a look back at some of the town’s history this week. 75 years ago this week… Fire Prevention Week Will Be Observed Here “Fire Prevention Week will be observed here from Oct. 9 to 15 as it will in all other parts of the United States,” Fire Chief Thomas J. Murphy stated here today. He announced that the Southington Fire Department will be glad to answer any and all questions concerning proper procedure for observation of the week. -The News Southington 50 years ago this week… SHS Newspaper Calls On Student Body To Beat Problem Of ‘Overcrowding’ The Emblem, school newspaper at Southington high School, called on students this week to use their “will” to try to adjust to overcrowding in the classrooms. The newspaper said overcrowding is threatening the quality of education. -The News Southington 25 years ago this week… Forum raises athletic issues An open forum held last week on a report of the Athletic Review Task Force drew a small contingent of Southington parents and coaches prepared to wage battle for their booster clubs and athletic programs. The comments of the parents and coaches Wednesday night were most often directed at the task force, but at times skirmishes broke out among members of the forum audience over the issues of athletic program funding and staffing and the participation of athletes in gym class during their respective team’s season. -The Southington Observer the keys on the front seat of the vehicle. Luongo drove the vehicle around the town and while driving on West Street, he lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle struck two utility poles and ultimately flipped on its side. After the crashing the vehicle, Luongo fled the scene. 157 Burritt St., Plantsville, was charged on Sept. 18 with DUI and two counts of illegal possession of narcotics. Bond was set at $1,500 with a Sept. 30 court date. Allyson Algarin, 18, of 257 Columbus Ave., Meriden, was charged on Sept. 21 with third degree criminal mischief. Bond was set at $500 with an Oct. 7 court date. Justin DelBuono, 24, of 60 Merrell Ave., was charged on Sept. 22 with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $2,500 with a Sept. 23 court date. Betsy Fisher, 26, of 15 Sherman St., Old Saybrook, was charged on Sept. 22 with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $2,500 with a Sept. 23 court date. Jason C. Monahan, 37 of 973 Flanders Rd., was charged on Sept. 22 with DUI, operating a motor vehicle under suspension and failure to obey a traffic signal. Bond was se tat $500 with a Sept. 30 court date. James Labbe, 21, of 170 Miller St., Meriden, was charged on Sept. 22 with sixth degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth degree larceny. Bond was set at $500 with a Sept. 30 court date. Brian Labbe, 24, of 170 Miller St., Meriden, was charged on Sept. 22 with sixth degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth degree larceny. Bond was set at $500 with a Sept. 30 court date. Marcin P. Szwedo, 25, of 63 Terrace Lane, Meriden, was charged on Sept. 23 with second degree breach of peace and third degree assault. Bond was set at $1,500 with an Oct. 7 court date. As the vehicle was being removed from the scene, police found identification within the debris linking Luongo to the vehicle. When he was initially interviewed Did you miss our Weddings 2013 section? 5 Luongo denied any involvement with the theft of the vehicle or the accident. Luongo later admitted to being involved in this incident. Police investigating a purse snatching Southington police are investigating a purse snatching that occurred at the Cumberland Farms on Queen Street late last month. Police were called to the Cumberland Farms on 909 Queen St. on Wednesday, Sept. 25 for a reported purse snatching. According to police, the 63-year-old female victim exited the store and was walking towards her vehicle when she was approached by the suspect. The suspect grabbed the victim’s purse and a struggle ensued. The suspect was able to get the victim’s purse and then he fled the area on foot in a southeasterly direction towards Ruby Tuesday’s and TJ Maxx. A Police K-9 unit followed the suspect to Rethal Street area and surrounding neighborhoods. The suspect is described as a black male, about six feet tall with a slender build wearing all black clothing including a black ski mask. It is believed the black male suspect may live and/or frequent the northeastern section of Southington because he appeared to have knowledge of the area when he fled the scene. The female victim sustained a dislocated left shoulder and a fractured left arm, among other injuries as a result of this incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Kyle Dobratz of the Southington Police Department (860) 378- 1654. Have news you want to get into The Observer? Email it to eharris@southingtonobserver.com. Good Guy Electric, LLC Residential - Commercial - Industrial E1-185608 EST. 1997 QUALITY WORK AT LOW PRICES Free Estimates - Fully Insured - 24+ Years Experience NO JOB TOO SMALL 860-965-0451 www.goodguyelectric.com Heating.Air Conditioning Sales & Service 860-621-6295 Serving the local community for over 20 years. OFFERING PRESSURELESS HOUSE WASHING Fully Insured Locally Owned — Family Operated Gutter Black Lines & Streaks . . .GONE! Black Mildew, Green Mold . . .GONE! 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