Marching band to appear on Good Morning America

Friday, 20 November 2009 09:32

For the second year in a row, members of the Trumbull High School Golden Eagle Marching band will appear on the national broadcast of ABC’s Good Morning America on Monday, Nov. 23. Twenty students, representing different sections of the band, will perform live outside the GMA studio in New York City. In addition to performing, the musicians will

Blackhawk touches down in Trumbull

Written by Donald Eng
Thursday, 19 November 2009 10:15

Middlebrook students got a taste of life as an airborne assault service members last week during a special demonstration honoring U.S. veterans.

Marine Capt. Doug Carr, who tests new aircraft at Sikorsky and is the father of Middlebrook student James Carr, showed off the newest version of the U.S. Army’s Blackhawk helicopter Thursday.

Students (and more than a few parents and staff) lined up to sit in the aircraft’s jumpseats and learn a little about

Police seek clues in Trumbull High threat

Written by Donald Eng
Thursday, 19 November 2009 13:30

The Trumbull police are asking for help from residents, especially students, in tracking down the individual responsible for a threatening note that closed Trumbull High Tuesday.

According to Deputy Chief Michael Harry, residents who wish to remain anonymous should use the Tipsoft service to send information to the police. To use the service, text “TRPD” plus the information to 274637.

“The information goes to a secure tip line in Kentucky, and even we won’t know who sent the text,” Harry said.

Musto earns perfect marks from conservation group

Written by Donald Eng
Thursday, 19 November 2009 10:07

In his first year representing the 22nd District in Hartford, state Sen. Anthony Musto learned that much of the hard work happens behind the scenes in committee meetings, out of the public spotlight.

But the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters was paying attention, and the group recently made Musto one of 14 senators to earn a 100% score on environmental issues.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by the League of Conservation Voters,” said Musto. “But the strength of these

‘Wax museum’ brings history to life

Written by Donald Eng
Thursday, 19 November 2009 09:49

Students are used to hearing about history from their teachers or parents. But how often do they get a chance to hear about exploring the American West from Meriwether Lewis?

Students at St. Theresa school’s fifth through eighth grades recently transformed the school’s lobby and gym into a living “wax museum.”

The interactive exhibits featured students dressed as notable historical figures, who became animated when other students dropped quarters into coffee cans in front of them.

Once animated, the historical personalities delivered a two-minute synopsis of their lives and accomplishments. Students also had a six-foot booth to decorate with props, portraying important achievements.

“The idea was to make history exciting by bringing the characters to life,” said St. Theresa teacher Kerry Stratton as Louis Braille (Tyler Rapillo) recounted the story of the illness that led to his blindness.

“The demonstrations combine many aspects of history and language arts, and it makes it fun,” Stratton said.

The characters ranged from American historical figures George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Abner Doubleday, to European explorers Giovanni de Verrazano, Hernando Cortez and Henry Hudson. There also were some ancient historical figures like Cleopatra, and writers such as Laura Ingalls Wilder and Noah Webster.

Stratton said that proceeds from the wax museum would help purchase sports equipment and snacks for one of the Bridgeport schools with which St. Theresa sometimes partners.

“The idea is for our kids to help other kids,” she said.

Wright named to state learning panel

Thursday, 19 November 2009 10:03

Trumbull Board of Education Chairman Steve Wright was recently asked by Congressman Jim Himes (D-4) to participate in an exclusive roundtable discussion on education reform, with leading educators from around the state.

The “Listening and Learning” discussion, led by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, took place

Polansky accused of harassment

Written by Jill K. Dion
Thursday, 19 November 2009 10:00

Milford School Supt. Dr. Harvey Polansky, a Trumbull resident, was placed on paid administrative leave Sunday pending an investigation into a personnel matter that Board of Education attorney Floyd Dugas declined to detail.

Sources, however, said the action stems from complaints that two Milford school principals filed, accusing Polansky of sexual harassment.

Trumbull school board member Deborah Herbst, who is principal of Pumpkin Delight Elementary School in Milford, said

Spirit parade to light up town

Written by Donald Eng
Tuesday, 17 November 2009 10:21

The annual Town Hall Green Lighting and Santa’s Welcome at the Town Hall Gazebo will take place Friday, Nov. 27 at 5 p.m., according to First Selectman Raymond G. Baldwin.

The Trumbull Center Lions Club will once again host this family evening welcoming the holiday season to Trumbull.

Santa will arrive for this occasion on the Long Hill Fire Company holiday decorated fire truck escorted by Police

‘We’re done making noise. Now, we make policy.’

Written by Donald Eng
Wednesday, 11 November 2009 11:51

At the end of months of campaigning, and before setting out on an ambitious agenda, First Selectman elect Tim Herbst said he was looking forward to a break.

“My golf clubs, a beach and my iPod, and that’s it. I won’t even bring my Blackberry with me,” he said Tuesday before pausing. “Well, maybe I’ll bring it. But I’ll leave it off.”

Herbst said the GOP’s victory in last week’s election was an unforgettable experience, yet one that had left him humbled.

“The most humbling thing is to know that the residents of this town where I was born, raised and schooled, have

Volunteers keep region 'Safe and Sound'

Written by Emily Alexander
Wednesday, 11 November 2009 11:37

The first car in line for the “Safe & Sound” medications collection that took place recently for Trumbull and Monroe residents arrived early, for good reason.

“We’ve lived here since 1944,” said one of the two older women in the car, “and we have a lot of prescriptions for you.” Sure enough, they revealed a trunkload of medications, with one bottle dating back to 1941.

Volunteers from Aquarion Water Company and St. Vincent’s Medical Center, who had coordinated the event, didn’t