KENT – The Kent Democratic Town Committee met May 21 to endorse local candidates for the November election. Therese Duncan was endorsed as the party’s Democratic Registrar of Voters. Duncan […]
Monthly Archives: May 2024
Posted inArchive
Ancient South Kent house reveals a secret during restoration
KENT—Douglas and Chris Branson, owners of an ancient house located on the southeast corner of Camp Flats and South Kent roads, have uncovered a fascinating reminder of the building’s former […]
Posted inArchive
Artwork to be presented to KVFD at Firemen’s Ball
KENT—There’s a story behind “At a Moment’s Notice,” the theme of this year’s Kent Volunteer Firemen’s Ball. “At a Moment’s Notice” is also the title of a painting featured on […]
Posted inArchive
It’s time to register your dog
KENT—Dog owners are reminded that June is the month when dogs over the age of six months must be registered with the Town Clerk. The deadline is June 30 and […]
Posted inArchive
Kent School hosts founder of Afghan school for girls
KENT—Kent School’s graduation is Sunday, June 2, at 10 a.m. and the graduation speaker is Shabana Basij-Rasikh, co-founder of School of Leadership Afghanistan (SOLA). Basij-Rasikh has dedicated her life to […]
Posted inArchive
Sharon Playhouse reveals line-up for 2024 season
SHARON—The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue, has announced the line-up for its 2024 season. The Playhouse will celebrate the start of the 2024 “Season of Joy” with […]
Posted inArchive
Selectmen approve new transfer station procedures
KENT—The selectmen voted to initiate new procedures at the town’s transfer station during their Wednesday, May 22, meeting. On July 1, the town will transition permanently to a unit-based pricing […]
Posted inArchive
Jenny Simont paintings on view in Cornwall
CORNWALL—The Cornwall Library is showing “Jenny Simont Ireland: A Painter’s View,” a selection of vividly expressive still lifes by artist Jenny Ireland (1919–2014) through Saturday, July 6. Her son, Sumner, […]
Posted inArchive
Breor receives GOP nod for 64th District seat
GOSHEN—Republican delegates from the 64th District were unanimous in choosing Barbara L. Breor as their candidate for the 64th House District seat to run against incumbent Maria Horn Thursday, May […]
Posted inArchive
Housatonic lax places second in league tourney
WATERTOWN—St. Paul Catholic High School defeated Housatonic Valley Regional High School 13-12 in the riveting Western Connecticut Lacrosse Conference championship game Tuesday, May 21. The lead changed hands every quarter […]