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Art Exhibit
POMFRET — Celebrations Gallery & Shoppes in Pomfret is hosting a Local Student Art Exhibition to benefit the new Regional Community YMCA and local Parent Teacher Organizations. The “Exercising Your Creativity” Exhibition will run from Jan. 31 through Feb. 28.  Interested school districts must contact Celebrations and submit a commitment to participate by Nov. 22. (form online at http://www.celebrationsshoppes.com/exhibitions.html).  This art exhibition is open to all schools in: Brooklyn, Eastford, Killingly, Plainfield, Pomfret, Putnam, Thompson and Woodstock. All artwork will be for sale.  For more info, call 860-928-5492.

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Legal Notice
State of Connecticut   
Court of Probate,
District of  Northeast
Regional Children’s
Probate District
NOTICE TO:  Levy
Gillespie,  unknown
address Hartford, CT
Pursuant to an order of Hon. Leah Schad, Judge, a hearing was held at Northeast Regional Children’s Probate District, 69 South Main St., Suite #23, Brooklyn, CT 06234 on November 5, 2013 at 1:30 PM on an application for Temporary Custody Pending Removal of Guardian concerning a certain minor child born on August 12, 2000.  The Court’s decision will affect your interest, if any, as in said application on file more fully appears.
RIGHT TO COUNSEL: If the above-named person wishes to have an  attorney, but is unable to pay for one, the Court will provide an attorney upon proof of inability to pay. Any such request should be made immediately by contacting the court office where the hearing is to be held.
By Order of the Court
Judge, Ass’t Clerk

Nov. 7, 2013

Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Redevelopment
Agency
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town of Putnam will conduct a Public Hearing by the Putnam Redevelopment Agency on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Selectman’s Chambers, 3rd floor of the Putnam Town Hall, 126 Church St, Putnam, CT 06260. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to obtain citizen comments regarding the change of use of the Incubator property to private ownership. The property, located at 39 Ridge Road, is owned by the Putnam Redevelopment Agency. An Environmental Review of the property’s new use will also be part of the Public Hearing. The Town of Putnam is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Fair Housing Advocate.

Nov. 7, 2013

Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Zoning Board
of Appeals
The Town of Putnam Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting on November 19, 201, at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall located at 126 Church Street, Putnam, CT.  A public hearing will be held on the following:
Appeal # 2013-005:  Wayne R. Weiker  —  Request for a variance according to Section 730 Schedule of Dimension Regulations of the Town of Putnam Zoning Regulations to reduce the side yard requirement from 20’ down to 13.6’ for the reconstruction of a residence that will be increased in size.  The residence was destroyed by fire in July 2013.  Property located at 50 Killingly Avenue, Town Assessors Map 31, Lot 82. Zoned R-40.

Joseph Nash,
Chairman

Nov. 7, 2013
Nov. 14, 2013

Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Zoning Commission
The Town of Putnam Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on November 20, 2013, at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall located at 126 Church Street, Putnam, CT.  A public hearing will be held on the following:
Docket # 2013-08: Medora Fraga — Request for a Special Permit to locate an Acupuncture Practice according to Section 720 Schedule of Uses and District of the Town of Putnam Zoning Regulations.  The business would utilize the second and third floors of the property located at 36 Church Street, Town Assessor’s Map 015, Lot 038. Zoned R-7.

Patricia Hedenberg,
Chairman

Nov. 7, 2013
Nov. 14, 2013

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Winners
The Pomfret School girls’ cross country team travelled to Worcester Nov. 2 compete in an invitational against Worcester Academy, Wilbraham and Monson, and Cushing Academy, and came home with, according to coach Jillian Forgue, “an exciting win . . . in our closest and most exciting race to date.”  With a final score of 35, the girls broke through a less-than-strong showing at the first mark to dominate and win, placing ahead of WMA (40); Worcester (64); and Cushing (87).

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Special to the Putnam Town Crier
Thompson Speedway continues to shuffle the personnel deck as two major changes regarding key positions were announced Oct. 30 by General Manager Josh Vanada.
Effectively immediately Jeff Zuidema, who was recently brought back as Race Director, has been promoted to the position of Director of Competition.  Replacing Zuidema as the new Race Director is Scott Tapley.
Tapley is a seasoned racing official, as he comes to Thompson with a solid background.  In 2008 he served as a spotter for NASCAR K&N Pro Series East Champion Matt Kobyluck.  Following his stint with the Kobyluck team he served as Assistant Race Director at the Waterford Speedbowl in 2009 and 2010 and for the past two seasons was the Race Director at the Waterford oval.  He then joined the Valenti Modified Racing Series and recently completed his first year as Series Director.
“Tapley brings a varied experience to Thompson.  He’s worked on race cars and for the past several years has been a well-respected race official in Southern New England.  He has proven to be highly consistent and fair, which are qualities on which we place a premium at Thompson.  I think he will be a great fit and we are fortunate to have him as part of our all- star team,” said Vanada.
Zuidema, a four-time Thompson champion and winner of 52 races, will have full responsibility of oversight of on-track competition and the inspection process in his newest position.
“Zuidema did a terrific job for us in 2013.  He brings great balance to our officiating staff.  As the Director of Competition he will oversee and be responsible for the entirety of competition both on the track and in the inspection area,” said Vanada. In commenting on his appointment as Race Director, Tapley said, “I look forward to working with Josh (Vanada), Jeff (Zuidema) and the entire speedway staff.  I will continue my responsibilities with the Valenti Modified Racing Series and look forward to performing to the very best of my ability in both positions.”
The latest personnel moves appear to place Thompson Speedway in the ready position as it prepares for the 2014 racing season.  The changes going on in local racing have made it a necessity to have qualified and experienced personnel in key positions.