PUTNAM — The Board of Education has been notified that for the sixth consecutive year that they have earned the CABE Board of Distinction Award, Level II.  The award will be presented Nov. 18 at the annual CABE/CAPSS convention.

Commissioner of Education Dianna Wentzell will present members of the Putnam Board of Education the prestigious CABE Board of Distinction Award, Level II for the 2016/17 school year.

In order to be selected for this distinguished leadership award, the Putnam Board of Education had to exceed the high standards set by Connecticut Association of Boards of Education in at least 20 criteria in five different categories.  The level II status denotes the highest level of distinction for Boards of Education in Connecticut.  The categories used to rate the Board of Education for this award include: Board Leadership/Student Achievement, Board Member Professional Development, Policy, Community Relations and Related Organizational Leadership. This is the sixth consecutive year that the Putnam Board of Education has been presented with the award from the state organization.  The fact that the Putnam Board of Education has earned this recognition for CABE Board of Distinction Award for six years acknowledges the continuing effort of the Putnam Board of Education in maintaining high standards in all aspects of educating students and denotes leadership in education, according to Superintendent William Hull.

 

 

Legal Notice

Public Hearing 

Notice

Town of Pomfret

Planning and Zoning 

Commission

The Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission will hold the following Public Hearings at its regular meeting on November 16, 2016, starting at 7:00 PM at the Old Town House:

 

1. Weston & Sampson for Town of Pomfret, 5 Haven Road —  text amendment for sewer project pump station at Loos & Co., Inc.

2. Jean Patton, 106/108 Cooney Road — special permit application for the installation of 32’x32’ 2-story garage

3. Lance Sistare for Big Boys Toys, 341 Orchard Hill Road — special permit application for a 22’x86’ addition for proposed breakroom and parts storage

A copy of these applications is on file in the office of the Planning and Zoning Commission, 5 Haven Road Pomfret, Pomfret Center, Connecticut. The file is available for review during normal business hours.

 

Town of Pomfret

Planning & Zoning Commission

Dated this 26th day 

of October 2016

 

Lynn L. Krajewski, 

Clerk

 

Nov. 2, 2016

Nov. 9, 2016

 

Legal  Notice

Town of Pomfret

Planning and

Zoning Commission

The Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission will hold the following Public Hearings on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, starting at 7:00 PM at the Old Town House on Averill Road:

 

1. Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission, 5 Haven Road,  public hearing regarding their updated Plan of Conservation and Development as required by State law.

 

Town of Pomfret

Planning & Zoning Commission

Dated this 28th day 

of September 2016

 

Lynn L. Krajewski, 

Clerk

 

Nov. 9, 2016

 

Legal Notice

Town of Pomfret

Inland Wetlands

and

Watercourses 

Commission

At the November 2, 2016 meeting the following application was acted upon:

1. Steven Gilman, 198 Covell Road — New home as depicted on plans prepared by Archer Surveying dated 10/19/2016; APPROVED with conditions

 

Town of Pomfret

Inland Wetlands and 

Watercourses Commission

Dated this 7th day 

of November 2016

 

Lynn L. Krajewski, 

Clerk

 

Nov. 9, 2016

 

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Celebrates

Ed Devlin celebrates the Notre Dame Fightin’ Irish National Championship in 1989.  Notre Dame beat West Virginia for the championship at the Fiesta Bowl in Phoenix.  Devlin, one of Notre Dame’s most ardent fans, died on Oct. 31.

 

By Ron P. Coderre

Ed Devlin was a quiet yet outspoken person in life, if that makes sense.  Devlin’s death on Monday, October 31 saddened not only his family but also his many friends, teaching acquaintances and former students.  He died following a brief but difficult yet courageous battle with cancer.

The thing in life that Devlin was most outspoken about was his love and understanding of the University of Notre Dame and its football program.  As an ardent follower and supporter of The Irish myself, Devlin would put me to shame with his insights, historical background and understanding of Our Lady’s university and its beloved Fightin’ Irish.

He was adamant about his opinions regarding coaches and players and didn’t always agree with game strategies but one thing was certain, no matter his feelings he was loyal to Notre Dame.  

Someone related a recent story regarding his love of Notre Dame.  Hopefully this depiction of what occurred is totally accurate.  In his last few days Devlin lapsed in and out of consciousness from the effects of his illness and his medication.  On one occasion as he regained consciousness the first question he asked his wife Jo Ellen, who stood faithfully by his bedside was, “Did you tape the Notre Dame game?” 

Devlin was a man of many interests in addition to the lure of Notre Dame.  A graduate of King’s College in Pennsylvania, Devlin was an English teacher at Tourtellotte Memorial High School.  He wasn’t simply an English teacher; he was an English teacher “par excellence.”

According to one of his former students, who related this story with a tear in his eye, “Mr. Devlin didn’t just lecture, he taught.  He involved his students in English and literature, which is not an easy task with teenagers.  He had us so involved that we all ended up loving Shakespeare because of how he presented the topic.  I’ll always remember Mr. Devlin.”

Ed Devlin was a surprising individual.  His quiet demeanor never gave away the fact that he was an instructor for the Scotti School of Defensive Driving.  This program is one of screeching tires, squealing brakes, hairpin turns and elusive misdirection spin arounds.  In other words, this is the stuff of James Bond movies.  And this was the type of driving Devlin taught to people who chauffeur celebrities, diplomats, politicians and others important individuals who might get caught in precarious situations.

Active in community activities that benefit the less fortunate and needy, Devlin spent many hours volunteering with the CT Mobile Food Pantry and Daily Bread in Putnam.  A devout Roman Catholic, he could be found at weekend Mass at St. Mary of the Visitation Church where he served as a lector and commentator.

A devoted husband to his wife Jo Ellen and loving father to his son Sean and daughter Jennifer, Devlin was especially proud of the fact that Jennifer was a graduate of St. Mary College in South Bend, Ind., the sister school of the University of Notre Dame.

Ed Devlin’s affliction took him from his family and friends too quickly.  He’s now gone to his eternal rest and is likely among noted Notre Dame greats such as Knute Rockne, The Gipper, Frank Leahy, Father Ted Hesburgh, Johnny Lattner and Father Sorin.

In typical Devlin fashion, his memorial card features his photo in his Notre Dame jacket and the ND alma mater song.  Rest in peace, Ed and Go Irish!