Archive for April, 2009

Cast of ‘Hair’ is outstanding – don’t miss this performance

Brian Patrick Williams as "Claude" (in uniform) and his "tribe" of friends in "Hair" at the Connecticut Repertory Theatre. Original photo by Gerry Goodstein.

I hesitate to single out any one performer in this wonderful cast, but Brian Patrick Williams is convincing – and incredibly brave – in his role as “Claude.” There are scenes of nudity in this play, and Williams deals with what must be an intensely vulnerable time on stage beautifully.

Tamiflu and Relenza may be used for the Swine Flu outbreak

Tamiflu and Relenza (pictured here) may also be distributed by a broader range of health care workers, including volunteers. Graphic © by Brenda Sullivan.

The government also has approved the use of a testing tool that could help diagnose flu cases locally, which could speed up the process of confirming cases of human-Swine Flu.

Gov. Rell holds conference calls with school, municipal officials and emergency responders

There has been a run on masks, sanitizing hand gels and products claiming to help protect against flu as panic spreads about the new strain of Swine Flu. Graphic © by Brenda Sullivan. ----------

“While there is no vaccine against swine flu, these medications can reduce the severity and duration of various strains of influenza, including swine flu,” Rell said.

Gov. Rell confirms two suspected cases of Swine Flu

Simple things like staying home if you are sick, covering your cough or sneeze, or washing your hands will make a difference in reducing the spread of the disease

The two cases – both involving adults who reported recent travel in Mexico – were identified in Stratford and Southbury.

CHAMP thanks you for ongoing support

by: Kathy Schluntz April 28, 2009
CHAMP continues to look for names of military personnel who are already over in Iraq or Afghanistan, or are getting ready to go, so that we their names can be added to the list for care packages. Graphic © by Brenda Sullivan.

CHAMP has been sending monthly care packages to our local service men and women stationed in Iraq from the East Hampton and Marlborough area since May 2005.

East Hampton awarded stimulus funds for roadwork

An additional five projects totaling approximately $2.8 million has been submitted to Congress through Congressman [Joe] Courtney’s office. Graphic © by Brenda Sullivan. ----------

One of these six projects includes the final development and construction of East Hampton’s spur of the Airline Trail into the Village Center.

Apply now for East Hampton Scholarships

by: HTNP Staff April 27, 2009
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Scholarship applications are open to students attending East Hampton High School,Mercy High School, Xavier High School and Vinal Technical High School.

East Hampton Police Log for April 24, 2009

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Passing bad checks, driving drunk, and fender benders are part of this week’s list.

Learn about alternative energy systems for your home

How geothermal works with the constant temperature underground.

Topics for upcoming months will include making use of geo-thermal, solar and wind power and financing programs for these alternative energy sources.

President asks $18 billion for high-speed rail

President Obama announces plans for high-speed rail. To his left is Vice President Biden, to his right is DOT Secretary Ray LaHood.  Photo courtesy of U.S. DOT.

“A major new high-speed rail line will generate many thousands of construction jobs over several years, as well as permanent jobs for rail employees and increased economic activity in the destinations these trains serve. High-speed rail is long-overdue.” – President Obama