In Case You Missed It

Monday

The Durham Fair Association has dedicated this year's Exhibitor's Guide to the victims of September 11th. In doing so, fair officials have broken from the tradition of recognizing a volunteer who has given considerable time to the fair.

A fast moving storm passed through the area early Monday evening, leaving behind a rainbow, while also causing significant .

Tuesday

Students at Strong School will be greeted by a new face starting in September. Patch sat down with to ask 5 questions.

Lawmakers in Washington avoided a potential disaster this week by voting to raise the debt ceiling. As it turns out, Connecticut had a significant role in the nation's first and only . 

A Durham resident was seriously hurt when he was involved in a .

Wednesday

Roland P. Jolie, who served as Regional School District 17's first superintendent, died this week. Retired HK teacher and Patch contributor Philip Devlin pays tribute to the for his loyalty.

Cucumbers can crawl all over your garden if you're not careful. Alice has some advice to , which makes for easy pickings.

Thursday

Check out our gallery of from Middlefield Park and Recreation Summer Camp.

Are you interested in composting? The towns of Durham and Middlefield are offering a discount on through a subsidy provided by DMIAAB and a donation by the Durham Gardening Club.

Aon Lake Beseck reportedly left a Southington teenager with injuries.

Friday

In a Letter to the Editor, Killingworth resident Cheryl Ghiroli asks neighbors to . In June, Ghiroli says her dog was killed by a reckless driver in front of her house.  You can read more about .