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Trump took time on Bessent for Treasury
WASHINGTON – President-elect Donald Trump launched a blitz of picks for his Cabinet, but he took his time before settling on billionaire investor Scott Bessent as his treasury secretary nominee. The Republican not only wanted someone who jibes with him, but an official who can execute his economic vision and look straight out of central […]
Will a winter storm hit the US over Thanksgiving week? Here’s what forecasts show so far
WINDSOR, Calif. – Forecasters warned over the weekend that another round of winter weather could complicate travel leading up to Thanksgiving in parts of the U.S. In California, where a person was found dead in a vehicle submerged in floodwaters on Saturday, authorities braced for more precipitation while still grappling with flooding and small landslides […]
Hydrate, make lists: Tips for reducing holiday travel stress
Travel can be stressful in the best of times. Now add in the high-level anxiety that seems to be baked into every holiday season and it’s clear that travelers could use some help calming frazzled nerves. Travel pros say there is plenty you can do ahead of time to make for a happier and less-stressful […]
‘A dangerous bargain with the Devil’
History records that John Winthrop, Puritan leader and governor of Massachusetts Bay Colony, sermonized to his fellow New World migrants that their community was to be a “City on a Hill,” a shining moral example for the rest of the world. Thus were planted the seeds of “American exceptionalism.” On Nov. 5, Americans elected to […]
Writer saddened by divisiveness, skewed view held by so many
I read all three of last Sunday’s letters to the editor, as well as skimmed the commentators and cartoons presented. I was in dismay at the chasm between how these people feel and how my family, friends and I feel about the election of Donald Trump. To me all the commentators contributing to the Republican-American […]
Trump hasn’t taken office yet and already he’s making a mess
So, here we go. Half of the American people think it’s a good idea that Donald Trump be president of the United States. Amazing. He’s already making a mess and we’re still two months out from the inauguration. His first nomination for attorney general was Matt Gaetz? I guess Rudy Giulani was not available. Even […]
History, November 24
Today in History: November 24, Jack Ruby shoots Lee Harvey Oswald By The Associated Press undefined Today is Sunday, Nov. 24, the 329th day of 2024. There are 37 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 24, 1963, Jack Ruby shot and mortally wounded Lee Harvey Oswald, the accused assassin of President […]
Trump faces major challenges as he rebuilds america
Every tragedy leaves its mark. And so it was with our four years endurance under the feckless Biden-Harris administration. As we approach the twilight of this imbroglio, the desperation via the manipulation of the not-so-mystical “deep state” and dark-money supporters of the Democratic Party to choose and promote two questionable characters for our highest office […]
Family, politics, and life between the step
According to Pew Research, 52% of those over the age of 65 voted for Donald Trump for president. Due to their choice of presidential candidates many seniors are suffering unexpected and unnecessary consequences. Then-President Barack Obama famously said, “Elections have consequences.” While election consequences are real in the realm of politics, never has a national […]
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Marie D. Olivieri
SOUTHBURY – Marie D. Olivieri, 96, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at The Watermark at East Hill in Southbury. She was predeceased by her husband, Mario D. Olivieri, with whom she was inseparable. She’d call out “Mar” – and then “Mar” again – until he answered. He did for more than 71 years. […]
Ronna Capozzi
WALLINGFORD – It is with profound sadness that the family of Ronna (Fitzgerald) Capozzi, age 74 of Ashlar Village, Wallingford, share the news that she entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at MidState Hospital in Meriden. She was the widow of the late Michael J. Capozzi for 50 amazing years. Ronna was […]
Philip Blandio
WATERBURY – It is with profound sadness that the family of Philip Blandio, age 69, of Waterbury, shares the news of his unexpected passing on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. Philip was born on July 1, 1955, in Torrington, the son of the late Edward and Josephine (Silano) Blandino. He was raised in Harwinton and was […]
Gary W. Sebastianelli
BRISTOL – Gary William Sebastianelli, age 71, passed peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, after a long battle with cancer. He was the loving husband of Gerry (Audet) Sebastianelli. Born on June 28, 1953, in Waterbury, Gary was the son of the late Fred and Joann (D’Aversa) Sebastianelli. Having lived […]
Melissa A. Balsamo
MISSOURI – It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Melissa Ann Balsamo, who left this world peacefully on Nov. 20, 2024, at the age of 51 in Missouri. Born on May 16, 1973, in Torrington, Conn., Melissa was the beloved daughter of Henry and Patricia Balsamo. She was a shining […]
Catalina Acevedo
UTUADO, Puerto Rico – It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mrs. Catalina “Cati” Acevedo shares the news of her peaceful passing on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. Left to honor her legacy and cherish her memory are her three daughters, Iris (Edwin) Mendez, Zoraida (Darryl) Vailonis, Maria Quiles; and her son David Betancourt. […]
Nicholas A. DelRosso Jr.
CHESHIRE – Nicholas A. DelRosso Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, at his home in Cheshire, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Gretchen (Anderson) DelRosso, with whom he shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. Nicholas was born on June 28, 1941, in Waterbury, the son of […]
Zakiyyah Abdul-Lateef
WATERBURY – Zakiyyah Abdul-Lateef, 90, passed away on Nov. 20, 2024. She was the widow of Hammad Abdul-Lateef. She was a professor at Naugatuck Valley Community College until her retirement. Please visit berginfuneralhome.com.
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Thomas Watson
w/photo LITCHFIELD – An advertising industry innovator and champion of education, Tom Watson died on Nov. 17, 2024. He was the co-founder and former vice chairman of the Omnicom Group Inc., where he also founded the Omnicom University executive program. Born in 1934, he grew up in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens, the only son […]
James S. Whitaker Sr.
w/photo and LOGO Prospect Memorial FH BEACON FALLS – James S. Whitaker Sr., 79, of Beacon Falls, passed away peacefully, while surrounded by the love of his family, on Nov. 22, 2024, at Bridgeport Hospital. Jim was the beloved husband of Sandra (Thomas) Whitaker for 57 wonderful years. He was born on June 4, 1945, […]
Aline Johnson
WATERBURY – Aline Marie-Anne Johnson, 77, of South Daytona Beach, Fla., passed away on Oct. 20, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. Aline was a woman of faith and even in the most difficult situations, she always had her sense of humor. She loved her pets dearly. Aline was born to the late Joseph […]
Janice L. Dill
PLYMOUTH – Janice L. (Halma) Dill, 76, of Plymouth, beloved wife of Richard T. Dill Sr., died on Tuesday (Nov. 19, 2024) at Ingraham Manor. Janice was born on Oct. 25, 1948, in Paterson, N.J., and was a daughter of the late Raymond and Jeanette (Katsma) Halma. She was raised in Paterson, N.J., and graduated […]
Nicholas J. Rinaldi
WATERTOWN – Mr. Nicholas J. Rinaldi, age 90, passed on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of Sandra (Graziano) Rinaldi. Born on Aug. 9, 1934, in Waterbury, Nick was the son of the late Nicholas and Jennie (Petruzzi) Rinaldi. He was a graduate of Wilby High School […]
Selina E. Smith
BETHLEHEM – Selina E. Smith, “Shelley,” 86, of Crane Hollow Road, passed away Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at Saint Mary’s Hospital. She was the wife of the late Charles Smith. Shelley, as she preferred to be called, was born Oct. 4, 1938 in New Jersey, daughter to the late Phillip and Amelia (Sprague) Lund. She […]
David J. Cervellino
THOMASTON – David J. Cervellino, 25, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. David J. Cervellino was born Aug.19, 1999 to Carmine Cervellino and Carol (Pettinicchi) Zappone. David was raised in Connecticut and attended Thomaston schools, Waterbury Arts Magnet School, and graduated from Watertown High School. David entered the United States Air Force and went […]
John R. Conboy
HARWINTON – John R. Conboy, 97, passed away Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. A Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, at 1 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 160 Main St., Torrington. Burial will follow in New St. Francis Cemetery, Torrington. Friends may call Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. […]
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Robert E. Johnson
TORRINGTON – Robert Edward Johnson, 82, passed away Nov. 20, 2024. Services with full military honors will be Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at noon at Gleeson-Ryan Funeral Home, 258 Prospect St., Torrington. Complete obituary at gleesonryanfh.com.
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Dennis J. Buckley
w/photo, flag and LOGO Prospect Memorial FH NAUGATUCK – Dennis James Buckley, 79, of Naugatuck, passed away peacefully Nov. 22, 2024. He was born Oct. 27, 1945, as the youngest of seven children to the late Patrick and Helen (Shea) Buckley. Dennis was the devoted husband of Carol (Detlefsen) Buckley of 55 years. Dennis’ class […]
Melissa Mastrofrancesco
POWDER SPRINGS, Ga. – Melissa Mastrofrancesco, age 42 of Powder Springs, Ga., died unexpectedly Nov. 7, 2024, after complications of a recent illness. Melissa was born Sept. 4, 1982 in Waterbury, daughter of the late Robert Mastrofrancesco and the late Beth Ann (Mastropietro) (Mastrofrancesco) Forino. She was a graduate of Crosby High School, earned a […]
Democrats’ election-denial projection
It’s hard these days to open a serious newspaper or political website without encountering a somber tome offering advice to Democrats after their party’s disastrous performance in the Nov. 5 elections. Here’s one that requires just two words, with a few more by way of explanation: Stop projecting. Writing in the Northern Virginia Daily nearly […]
Sun, 24 Nov 2024 01:40:08 +0000
Middlemen’s control of drug prices must end
My mechanic works nights at the grocery store. His wife is sickly. Her medications are costly. So he works two jobs. One is for his monthly budget. The second funds his wife’s prescriptions. He’s tired. About 36% of Americans now work second jobs to make ends meet, according to Newsweek. I find myself particularly heartbroken […]