In this photo,October 2008, Blake Lewis, American Idol Season 6 runner-up, shares the good news of the 2008 Idols Live Tour at Mohegan Sun with Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident.
Exciting news for reality television fans! The American Idol Live Tour 2010 stopped in at Mohegan Sun Arena on July 13th. In a backstage interview, Resident reporter, Jessica Warzeniak, spoke to the American Idol Season 9 top 10 contestants: Tim Urban, Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Didi Benami, Aaron Kelly, and Connecticut’s own Katie Stevens. Later that night, Resident photographer Christopher Annino, snapped their pictures during the concert. See more here.
Hats off to the new officers of the Groton Rotary Club! R.B. Kent was installed as the president of the club by out-going president, John Silsby at the Mystic Marriott Hotel. Lian Obrey was the recipient of the prestigious Jerry Scarano Award. Visiting Rotarian and former Groton Rotary Club member Jerry Scarano, who sponsors the award, was at the meeting to congratulate Lian and to present the club with a $1,000 donation to continue the award. More here.
Congratulations to the Town of Groton for their 32nd Annual Fourth of July Parade. Grand Marshall Barbara Tarbox led the parade along Route 1 from Poquonnock Plains Park to the Groton Shopping Center. The theme was “Serving Your Country” and floats and marchers were decked out in red, white and blue. See it here and a photo slideshow.
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Kevin Morin shares the good news with Alexis Ann, editor and publisher, the Resident, of his new appointment as 2010-2011 President of the Groton Lions Club at the Shennecossett Yacht Club, Groton, on Saturday, June 19th.
by Alexis Ann
First, hats off to John P. Casey, president, Electric Boat, for reaching a preliminary agreement to purchase Pfizer’s New London complex. This is a win-win move for our region and the State of Connecticut as it will create and retain high paying jobs. Kudos here.
A round of applause to the Capano Family for contributing to our region’s economic development with the grand opening of their new Clinton ShopRite location. The Capano Family knows how to successfully run grocery stores as witnessed in their New London and Norwich ShopRites. Visit the ribbon cutting here.
Congratulations to Kevin Morin, new president, Groton Lions. Installation of officers was held at the Shennecossett Yacht Club, Groton on Saturday, June 19th — a party to remember here.
Ringo Starr’s star shines bright on the Mohegan Sun’s Walk of Fame. The ceremony was brief but momentous. Tribal Chairwoman and forthcoming Chief of the Mohegan Tribe Lynn Malerba, recalled watching the Beatles debut on the Ed Sullivan Show. It was an exciting Sunday afternoon for all those in attendance here.
And, the crowns go to Miss CT Brittany Decker, Bristol, and Miss CT Outstanding Teen Logan West, Southington, here.
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Tech Sergeant Matthew Slaydon, U.S. Air Force (ret.) shares the good news of receiving his new guide dog, Legend, from Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Bloomfield, with Alexis Ann,editor & publisher, the Resident, after a luncheon held at the Fisherman Restaurant, Noank.
As Summer begins, it brings us “good news” of legendary success around the region. Reading the article, Wounded Vet Gets Guide Dog is a MUST. We are reminded of the generous, kind, caring, and compassionate people in our beloved U.S.A., especially during tough times. See how Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation is helping Tech Sergeant Matthew Slaydon, U.S. Air Force (ret.), along his road to recovery here.
River Fest is a huge success! This year 20 teams joined in on the fun. The Dragon Boat Race is very competitive and a major fundraiser for the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce. Congratulations to the Kazoku Martial Arts Pink Strokes for winning the race again this year. Race over here.
Amazing work and dedication, here, by Mohegan Sun employees. In only 12 weeks, the 500 participants of Mohegan Sun’s Biggest Loser 4 lost over 6,700 pounds! Wow! Hats off to the Mohegan Tribe and its management team for making this awesome program available.
Let’s support the Phoenix Rising Equine Rescue through their fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, June 26 at the Third Baptist Church, North Stonington. Tickets are only $8.00 for the dinner and can be purchased by calling 860.599.0555.
Fresher than fresh, homegrown ingredients from local farms is on the menu at Octagon. Join them for the Farm Dinner on June 28th with some of the proceeds donated to CT Farm Land Trust.
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Charles “Chuck” Royce, owner, Ocean House, tells Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident, the Ocean House is “sunny all the time, whether you are inside or out.”
by Alexis Ann
In the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14th to commemorate the official adoption of The Stars and Stripes. Congratulations to Stan Cardinal, president and owner, Cardinal Honda, Groton, for starting the Cardinal Honda Flag Loaner Program. Stan’s unique concept makes flags available at no cost. Raise the flag here.
On the wings of an angel is what Angela Olsen, Resident reporter, experienced during her trip with Angel Flight pilot Pierre Wicker. This Angel Flight was a medical compassion maneuver, with a lift off in Groton, for a patient pickup in Boston and a return flight to her home in Maine. Read about Where Angels Dwell here.
Congratulations are also due to Chief Ken Richards, Old Mystic Fire Department, who was honored for the department’s work and dedication during the flood. Michael Cardillo, owner, The Old Mystic Inn, and Vickey L’Homme, owner, The Pizza Grille, joined forces to show their admiration and gratitude. More here.
What a success! AngelRide 2010 sported 300 cyclists, raising an incredible amount of money bringing the total to over $325,000. AngelRide was founded by Lynn McCarthy and Fred Brooke to raise money for local resident, Angel Uihelein, who was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 11. See here for this amazing endeavor and to learn how you can make a donation.
Congratulations to Charles “Chuck” Royce and his partners for the grand rebirth of the Ocean House, commemorated by a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 20th. Great care was taken to recreate the classic Victorian-era style of the original hotel. A Great Gatsby 2010 Era begins here.
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Duane Cashin, motivational speaker and author, shares with Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident, “Creativity is a competitive advantage!”
Summer heats up and so does the “good news” around the region! First, congratulations to The Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa and its signature steakhouse, Octagon, honored with the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award. This is the ninth consecutive year the hotel is awarded four diamonds and the seventh consecutive recognition for Octagon. Congrats here.
Congratulations to Bill Turner, Regional Director of External & Government Affairs, AT&T, who was presented Natchaug Hospital’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition for his advocacy on behalf of improving educational opportunities for at-risk youth. Meet Bill here.
Celebrate the sizzle of education and our hardworking students! We compiled an extensive list of academic achievers around the region that the Resident Team thought is important to give accolades to.
Helping to build a future home for the Birriel Family–The amazing efforts of the local women who participated to give back as part of Habitat for Humanity’s National Women Build Week. Lowe’s was instrumental in helping by granting a $5000 gift card and by organizing some in-store training with practical lessons for the women. More here.
For your chance to win tickets to the Work Vessel for Veterans benefit concert featuring Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason formally of Traffic, Kal David and the Real Deal, on June 4th, be the first to submit the correct answers to the crossword puzzle by Tuesday, June 1st.
Remember those who have lost their lives defending liberty and have a safe and happy Memorial Day!
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