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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This photo of me was taken in 1979, while serving as Radio & TV Officer in the 103rd Public Affairs Detachment, Montana Army National Guard. Here, as a First Lieutenant, Colonel Richard B. Hansen, HQ 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) 1st SF, Utah Army National Guard is awarding me a Special Forces Coin for my press coverage of his Jumpmaster School held in Missoula, MT. I retired (Capt) from the RI ARNG in 1983.
by Alexis Ann
This May 15th is Armed Forces Day… a perfect day for thanking our troops who are defending our freedoms. Hundreds of support groups across America will be shipping care boxes to our members of the military all over the world. A message from Martin C. Boire, chairman, Support Our Troops Armed Forces Day 2010, “…go out and find an event to participate in. Or send a care package. Or make a donation. Find the core moral satisfaction in stepping up for those who step up for all of us….” More here.
The American Legion is conducting a revitalization in New London County. This week, John March of Newington was reaching out to all veterans who need assistance filing VA System applications. Those seeking assistance are asked to call John at 860.594.6600 or Ctlegion.org.
John Niekrash, President, Work Vessels for Veterans, is thanking all those who will be attending an event scheduled for June 4th – A benefit concert featuring Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason (Traffic) and Kal David (Fabulous Rhinestones) and the Real Deal to be held at the Garde Arts Center. Order your tickets TODAY by calling 860.444.7373 and support this wonderful cause here & here.
Salute The Greatest Generation-World War II Veterans gathered in the Rose City Senior Center on April 17th for a commemorative photograph, which we proudly display on our front cover. Angela Olsen, Resident photojournalist, gets upfront and personal during an AmericanWarrior meeting here.
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Ahoy! Last week, while boating on the Gulf of Mexico, I witnessed a fisherman reeling in a 7ft, 200 lb bull shark where I was swimming only moments before. Talk about a close call! Phew! Happy to be home!
Honor can mean integrity, to hold in high respect, or to bestow distinction. Our first man of honor is William B. Stanley, author and Norwich historian, 80, who died Sunday, April 18th at Hartford Hospital. “Bill Stanley was a great friend to my family and to generations of residents in Norwich who were touched by his generosity, his humor, and his kindness,” said Senator Chris Dodd. The Resident honors his legacy here.
Here, Senator Chris Dodd is honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Childhelp, a leading national child abuse prevention organization, in recognition of his 36 years in Congress advocating on behalf of children.
A final salute. In Voluntown, hundreds pulled together for the return of fallen Marine Lance Corporal Tyler Owen Griffin. Tyler, 19, was killed in action on the front lines of Afghanistan. The community honored his sacrifice with three days of remembrances. Visit here for photos of his homecoming.
The Legends of Hollywood series of stamps is honoring film legend, Katharine Hepburn with an issuance of a commemorative stamp on her birthday, May 12. Be the first to get yours at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, Old Saybrook, at 11am. Visit here for more about the legacy of the famous redhead.
Do you know someone who deserves to be honored for his/her commitment to making our community a better place to live and work? Groton Utilities is now accepting nominations for its Jacqueline B. Nixon Community Service Award. Residents of Greater Groton are eligible. Get the details here.
Please join us 5:00pm, May 2nd at The Fisherman Restaurant in Noank to raise money for Heather Steel St. Louis! See you there!
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At the Showbiz Expo in NYC, Tom Carruthers of the Connecticut Film Festival tells Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident, “The good news is that the State of Connecticut has one of the most competitive tax credits for film making--30%.”
Our region sparkles with achievers. One of them is Stephen Larcen, Ph.D., VP of Hartford Healthcare’s Behavioral Health Network and President and CEO of Natchaug Hospital, who received the National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems 2010 Grassroots Leadership Award. Presented in Washington D.C., this prestigious award recognizes an individual whose actions demonstrate a strong commitment to improving the lives of individuals who face mental and substance use disorders. Read the story here.
Another sparkle, here, is attributed to achiever Kenneth Reels, Vice Chairman, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Gaming Commission, follows Comedian Bill Cosby and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton as the recipient of the Thurgood Marshall Award presented by the Black Law Student Association at the Quinnipiac University School of Law. The Thurgood Marshall Award honors an individual who exemplifies the values of equality and civil rights for which Marshall fought.
More sparkles, with Richard C. Holliday being named Citizen of the Year by the Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce. Richard will be honored on June 15th at the annual meeting. Details here.
A final salute to Lance Corporal Tyler Owen Griffin of Voluntown. Corporal Griffin, 19, a 2008 graduate of Griswold High School was killed in Afghanistan last week. “All of Connecticut mourns a brave and patriotic young man who has given his life for his country and our freedom,” states Governor M. Jodi Rell here.
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