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East Haven Courier
Chris Brown Counts on Community to Help in Hero’s Quest
Published April 14, 2021 08:30 a.m.Chris Brown dons a superhero T-shirt under his dress shirt every day as principal of Tuttle School. As someone who has always loved superheroes and considers the teaching profession as “fairly heroic,” he is constantly looking for ways to be of service to his students.
East Haven Courier
Regina Araujo: Connecting to the Community
Published April 07, 2021 08:30 a.m.With the youngest of her four children now a senior in high school and a change of ownership at her last job, Regina Araujo was looking for a new career opportunity.
East Haven Courier
Cheryl Criscuolo Serves Community as President of EHFD Ladies Auxiliary
Published March 31, 2021 08:30 a.m.For the past decade, Cheryl Criscuolo has volunteered with the East Haven Fire Department (EHFD) Co. 1 Ladies Auxiliary. She joined at the urging of her husband’s cousin, who was then serving as the president.
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Paul Salisbury Excited to Continue Weaving Elks Into the Fabric of Community
Published March 24, 2021 08:30 a.m.While Paul Salisbury has been involved with the Elks for more than three decades, he still carries the same passion for the group as he did when he first started.
East Haven Courier
Mariola Piecuch Combines Love of Animals and Art to Give Back to Animal Shelter
Published March 17, 2021 08:30 a.m.Like many people one year ago, Mariola Piecuch temporarily lost her job and found herself with more time on her hands and looking for a way to fill it during the initial COVID-19 stay-at-home orders. She has always enjoyed exploring different crafts and hobbies and came across resin epoxy art.
East Haven Courier
Luke Labagnara Enjoys Spreading Positivity Through Work and Social Media
Published March 10, 2021 08:30 a.m.Luke Labagnara is a lifelong East Haven resident and there is only one way that Luke would consider living somewhere else: if he were chosen to be a houseguest on Big Brother, a Dutch reality TV show based on George Orwell’s novel of the same name where housemates, isolated from the outside world, are constantly monitored. One by one, the housemates are evicted from the house by popular vote.
East Haven Courier
A Well-Deserved Curtain Call for Cindy Genzano
Published March 03, 2021 08:30 a.m.Cindy Genzano led the expansion and success of the North Branford High School (NBHS) drama program for more than 36 years, until a pandemic scene stealer brought down the curtain—and dimmed the lights on the opportunity for Cindy’s fans and friends to congratulate her and send her off on her retirement with a well-deserved curtain call—and an encore of sorts in East Haven.
East Haven Courier
Andy Perrone Finds Fulfillment in Volunteering
Published Feb. 24, 2021 08:30 a.m.When the company for which Andy Perrone worked was reorganized in 2009, he lost his job. While he looked for a new position, he found himself with extra time on his hands and wanted to give back.
East Haven Courier
‘Mr. Vinnie’ Borzillo Loves the Community at Momauguin Elementary
Published Feb. 17, 2021 08:30 a.m.Vinnie Borzillo had worked as a substitute custodian a few years back and when a full-time custodian retired from Momauguin Elementary School, he jumped at the opportunity.
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Pat Doolan Runs Toward Healthier Lifestyle, Encouraging Others to Do the Same
Published Feb. 10, 2021 08:30 a.m.As someone living with diabetes, Pat Doolan has always been aware of his health and the importance of exercise for combating the disease. In addition to trying to eat right, Pat has always focused on working out at the gym, but when COVID hit, a number of factors led to a rise in his numbers.
East Haven Courier
Bill Richardson’s Love of Science Leads Him to Vaccine Trial
Published Feb. 03, 2021 08:30 a.m.Throughout the many years that Bill Richardson has called East Haven home, he has given back to the community in a number of ways.
East Haven Courier
East Haven’s Evelyn Rossetti-Ryan of ACES Earns Excellence in Advocacy Award from Quinnipiac Chamber
Published Jan. 27, 2021 08:30 a.m.Growing up in New Haven, Evelyn Rossetti-Ryan was always interested in the many aspects of education and communication. She loved poetry, learning new languages, connecting with people, and raising awareness for various causes.
East Haven Courier
Joe Ciscone Fulfills Childhood Dream of Becoming a Firefighter
Published Jan. 20, 2021 08:30 a.m.Ever since he can remember, Joe Ciscone has been drawn to firefighting.
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EHPS Social Worker Giana Fazzino Returns to Her Roots
Published Jan. 13, 2021 08:30 a.m.Giana Fazzino has always loved school, reading, and writing. She has fond memories of her early years at Carbone Elementary School (now East Haven Academy) and East Haven Middle School.
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Eric Casner Sees Community Giving Come Full Circle
Published Jan. 06, 2021 08:30 a.m.Eric Casner has always made helping others a priority and whenever he could lend a hand to those in need, he took the opportunity. Having recently had an accident that resulted in two surgeries and nerve damage throughout his leg, Eric has seen that community support come back to him and his family.
East Haven Courier
Gianna Kasynak Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
Published Dec. 23, 2020 08:30 a.m.Over the past few years, Gianna Kasynak’s family has faced a number of health challenges.
East Haven Courier
Tom Murtagh Looks Forward to Giving Back on BOE
Published Dec. 16, 2020 08:30 a.m.When a seat recently opened on the East Haven Board of Education (BOE), Mayor Joe Carfora reflected on the mission of the BOE, the future of East Haven schools, and the ongoing challenges presented by COVID-19 as he decided who would be appointed.
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Paul Cicarella, Jr., Excited to Get to Work as District 34 State Senator
Published Dec. 09, 2020 08:30 a.m.Though state senator-elect Paul Cicarella always knew he wanted to serve the community, he had never imagined that he might one day do so as an elected official
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East Haven Native Catherine Gill Publishes Third Vegan Cookbook
Published Dec. 02, 2020 08:30 a.m.Catherine Gill has followed her conscience when it comes to her diet since she was a young girl growing up in East Haven. That decision has since inspired her career with a longtime blog, thedirtyvegan.com, and having recently published her third cookbook with her fourth on the way.
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Daniel Trickett, Sr.: Ready to Deliver Christmas Cheer
Published Nov. 25, 2020 08:30 a.m.Daniel Trickett, Sr., is taking to the streets of East Haven on Saturday, Nov. 28 as he did this past spring, though this time around he will be spreading holiday cheer.
East Haven Courier
Kristina Nigro Uses Kindess Rocks to Spread Joy
Published Nov. 18, 2020 08:30 a.m.When Kristina Nigro was laid off due to COVID, she immediately began looking for another job. The job hunt, however, was stressful and with very few places hiring, she was looking for a creative outlet.
East Haven Courier
Michelle Benivegna Is Honored to Work for East Haven
Published Nov. 11, 2020 08:30 a.m.It has been nearly a year since Michelle Benivegna took over the roles of assistant director of administration and management and director of human resources for the Town of East Haven.
East Haven Courier
Kimberly Coppola Finds Sense of Community by Giving Back
Published Nov. 04, 2020 08:30 a.m.Growing up, Kimberly Coppola has seen her mother and godmother give back by volunteering with the East Haven Food Pantry (EHFP).
East Haven Courier
Officer Stephen Marsico Is Proud to Serve His Hometown
Published Oct. 28, 2020 08:30 a.m.When he was just a little boy, Stephen Marsico listened to his grandfather’s stories about his days as a police officer. Ever since then, Stephen knew that was what he wanted to do.
East Haven Courier
Anna DelRosso Looking Forward to Serving Residents as New Tax Collector
Published Oct. 21, 2020 08:30 a.m.When Anna DelRosso retired as the Town of Branford’s assistant tax collector in February, she’d had big plans for her year.
East Haven Courier
Patrick Kelaher Is Happy to Give People a Scare at Haunted Isle
Published Oct. 14, 2020 08:30 a.m.Growing up, Patrick Kelaher was “terrified of everything.” It didn’t help that his sister and grandmother jumped at every chance they could to give him a scare. That all changed in middle school, though. Patrick remembers watching Creepshow 2 and being intrigued instead of terrified.
East Haven Courier
Sean Mumford Returns to His Roots as East Haven Teacher
Published Oct. 07, 2020 08:30 a.m.Though he didn’t take a direct path to get there, Sean Mumford is excited to be a 4th-grade teacher at Momauguin Elementary School.
East Haven Courier
Tupka’s Love of Cars Drives Success
Published Sep. 30, 2020 08:30 a.m.Martha Butterworth has seen the North Haven Public Schools Technology Department through many changes over the nearly two decades she has worked with the schools.
East Haven Courier
Randel Osborne Leads EHPS Tech Department through Many Changes
Published Sep. 23, 2020 08:30 a.m.As the technology director for East Haven Public Schools, Randel Osborne has seen many changes throughout his 26 years with the district. When he first started, he focused on how to integrate technology and computers into the classroom.
East Haven Courier
Sylvia Curcio Loves Giving Back to Family and Community
Published Sep. 16, 2020 08:30 a.m.Though Sylvia Curcio grew up in Canada and lived in Michigan with her husband, they have called the Connecticut shoreline home for more than three decades.