Archive for January, 2009

Celebrating taxes? IRS kicks off ‘EITC Awareness Day’

by: IRS News January 30, 2009

The new formula for the Earned Income Tax Credit could mean larger refunds for millions of taxpayers, many of whom may be eligible for the first time because of the difficult economy. The Internal Revenue Service and community partners nationwide today kicked off “EITC Awareness Day” to promote a tax credit that could be a [...]

New Public Works Director hired

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 27, 2009

“I met a lot of people and I was impressed with the quality of the staff and their professionalism, and I look forward to working with them.” – Keith Hayden, new East Hampton Public Works Director. The new Public Works Director Keith E. Hayden, of Glastonbury, was greeted by the Town Council at its Jan. [...]

Some relief for drivers on Main Street

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 27, 2009

“Big pile of dirt” will be removed. What’s commonly referred to in town these days as the ‘big pile of dirt” at the site of the Main Street Bridge under construction is about to be shipped out. Town Manager Jeff O’Keefe reported to the Town Council at its Jan. 27 meeting that he signed off [...]

Bells, flutes and the rich sound of an a Capella choir combine to lift the spirit

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 26, 2009

Among the high points of this mini-festival was when Jackson and Adams joined their voices for a moving piece, “You Raise Me Up.” Parishioners and visitors to the Haddam Neck Covenant Church were treated to a rich and eclectic blend of music Sunday, that ranged from a famous ballad from the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice [...]

Do you like to be in the thick of things?

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 26, 2009

East Hampton Today has an opening for a freelance writer. If you would like to help keep East Hampton residents up to date on important government, civic and educational news and events, you are invited to apply as a freelance writer for East Hampton Today. You do not need to have previous experience as a [...]

Mary L. (Lavigne) Barber – Nov. 3, 1939 – Jan. 20, 2009

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 26, 2009

Her greatest joy was working and caring for the family farm that was established in 1856… Many will remember the Clark Hill Farm as a gathering place for holidays and special occasions. Mary L. (Lavigne) Barber, 69, wife of the late Leon H. Barber Sr., passed away Tuesday Jan. 20 at Middlesex Hospital after a [...]

Taking it to the next level…

by: admin January 25, 2009

The Middletown Umpires are looking to expand their ranks with individuals who want to take Baseball Officiating to the next level. We serve the greater Middlesex County High School system, as well as summer baseball programs in the area. Training starts Feb. 09, 2009 at the Westfield Firehouse, at 7 p.m. For information contact Secretary [...]

Looking for a “Plan B” in this economy? Explore these online courses

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 24, 2009

Several dozen 6-week courses provide instruction, tips and expertise in areas that could become another source of income. With all the talk about layoffs and worries about income, there’s something to be said for having a “Plan B.” In fact, this might be the perfect time to take another look at a longtime interest that [...]

Food and fuel bank: new evening hours

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 23, 2009

The East Hampton Food and Fuel Bank will now be open in the evening one night a week. The new hours are 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Donations can also now be taken during these hours for our friends and neighbors in need. The Food and Fuel Bank will continue to be open from [...]

Flatlining, harling, leadcore… and more about freshwater trolling

by: Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 22, 2009

State of the art equipment from several manufacturers will be available for hands-on use by the attendees. Sign-up for the next regional Fresh -water Trolling Seminar sponsored by the CT-DEP Inland Fisheries Unit is underway. The seminar will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Manchester Senior Center [...]