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Pool Problems Probed

by Josh Morgan
Herald Staff

After Tuesday night’s Pool Bubble Subcommittee meeting, some alternatives were put on the table and problems were highlighted, but one idea seemed to stand above the rest.
It was the first of what is expected to be numerous meetings to discuss the future of the pool, most notably a future enclosure. Members of the Energy Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission and Staff, the Public Building Commission and Public Works staff were invited to give their testimony and opinions on what’s wrong with the pool and what needs to be done to fix it. The theme of the night was to state what the problems were at the pool so the Committee can figure out the best ways to fix them.

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Cheshire’s Corridor Of Commercial Vacancies

by Josh Morgan
Herald Staff

A ride through the heart of Cheshire reveals more “space for lease” signs than can be counted on a person’s fingers and toes.
In fact, on the 6-mile stretch of Cheshire’s Route 10 corridor from Cook Hill Road to the junction with West and East Johnson avenues, there are 24 for lease/for sale signs. Businesses close and others open in their place, but it appears to be taking greater amounts of time for the voids to be filled.
In just the past few weeks, a seafood restaurant went out of business, one fabric store closed and another one opened, a small office supply business was swallowed up by a larger company and a new business signed a 10-year lease.
Such is the ebb and flow of Cheshire’s business world.

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Alexion Volunteers Join AmeriCares HomeFront Effort

by Josh Morgan
Herald Staff

Last weekend 25 employees from Alexion Pharmaceuticals mounted a massive volunteer effort to help a struggling homeowner return her Cheshire property to its once-pristine condition.
The volunteers took part in the AmeriCares HomeFront experience, an annual program that has been running for the past 20 years.
Every year on the first Saturday in May, volunteers arrive at the doors of homeowners, who are struggling financially or physically, to help with maintenance projects and improve their quality of life.
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After 51 Years, Norton School PTA And Troop 90 Will Part Ways

by John Rook
Herald Staff

For the first time in more than 50 years, Cheshire’s Boy Scout Troop 90 will not be sponsored by the Norton School Parent Teacher Association (PTA), because members of that organization have decided not to pick up the troop’s charter for the upcoming year.
The decision not to renew the charter — the only charter the troop has had in its existence — was made after the Connecticut PTA said it did not support their continued involvement with Troop 90.
According to Norton PTA President Kathy Kirby, the decision was made after she was told that there was a potential problem with insurance coverage under the PTA’s insurance carrier — Armstrong and Robitaille — if the Boy Scout troop continued to be sponsored by the organization.

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Patience And Hard Work Rewarded On Court

by Greg Lederer
Herald Staff

Past players from the Cheshire High School boys’ tennis program are revered for their consistent success, and the team’s ability to produce All-State players is widely regarded throughout Connecticut, as its members demonstrate a drive to progress and challenge others for an elite position.
Tradition means something to Cheshire’s roster despite its youth, particularly when compared to teams of recent memory. After graduating six of nine starters from last year, the 2008 team has worked hard to transition into more varsity experience and follow in the footsteps of past standouts.
“It’s very important. This program is nothing without the young players,” said senior Jim Sheehan, a captain with classmate John Niland and junior Sean Adams. “You can’t have a down year when you lose guys. People have to step up and fill the spots.”

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