In Case You Missed It

Monday

Wanna know the secret to ? They're not exactly ready to spill the beans, but the maze is a terrific event and raises money for a great cause.  

Middlefield Police investigate a hit and run crash along Route 157. Police say a couple was unharmed, but the driver of a jeep took off after the accident. Click on for a description of the vehicle and suspects.

Tuesday

A Durham resident says he will appeal that Blue Trail Range is not responsible for bullet strikes at his home. The ruling comes three years after Pasquale "Pat" DiNatale first filed a lawsuit against the range.

Recent bear sightings in Durham, Middlefield and Killingworth may have neighbors on edge, but a closer look from a historical perspective seems to show that one runs a greater risk of getting hurt, or even worse, dying, when running into a moose. 

Matt Amendola, a Boy Scout with Troop 270 of Durham, recently held a Fried Dough Dinner to raise money for his . He'd like to for their support.

Wednesday

Middlefield's Board of Selectman approve , the first in several years according to First Selectman Jon Brayshaw. The ordinances still need voter approval.

The political landscape in Killingworth is taking shape, as Democrats and Republican Town Committee's hold caucuses to . A former top town official has also formed , made up of both democrats and republicans.

Democrats in Durham announce their for the fall election. Roger Kleeman will challenge incumbent First Selectman Laura Francis on Nov. 8.

Following the departure of Principal Scott Nicol earlier this summer, Strong Middle School has named .

Thursday

CMT scores released earlier this month show that eighth graders in District 13 have improved test results. Other grades show mixed results, however. This fall, teachers in District 13 will be , according to Superintendent Susan Viccaro.

The Middlefield Lions Club dedicates the Troop 33 Eagle's Nest at Peckham Park. Check out our photos and video .

Friday

The Durham Middlefield Transfer Station is now accepting (e-waste). The dump is now accepting televisions, computers, printers, or anything else that is electronic.

A has joined the race for the office of First Selectman in Killingworth. 

The Killingworth Library was on Friday, as temperatures hit triple digits. The library, which is open again on Saturday, is being used as a cooling center during the current heatwave.