WS Development Back For Good?

by Josh Morgan
orth end development complex has begun to move forward once again, as project officials expect to file a final site plan by the end of this month.
WS Development will be submitting the plans and expect them to be reviewed by various commissions in June. The project has been scaled down by about 40,000 square feet and has changed names. The development will now be dubbed “The Outlets at Cheshire” and, as the name states, it will be focused on the outlet shopping experience.

Recycling Program Producing Less Savings Than Expected

by Josh Morgan
The reduction in solid waste tonnage following the implementation of the expanded recycling program in Cheshire isn’t as high as local officials had hoped, but they remain confident in the program’s long-term success.
In the five months since the program was launched, there has been a reduction of nearly 67 tons in solid waste collection. However, officials were hoping for a more dramatic impact following the program’s inception back in November 2012. Town Manager Michael Milone stated he was “a little disappointed” with the data.

Police Ask Residents To Avoid Leaving Pets Unattended In Car

by Josh Morgan
It’s a beautiful, sunny day and you’re out running errands.
It’s 90 degrees outside, so you make sure to have the air conditioning running.
You want to park and run into the market to grab some groceries for dinner, but you remember you have your dog with you. No problem, “I’ll only be a few minutes,” you think.
Meanwhile, the temperature in the car quickly rises and, soon, it’s nearly 135 degrees. When you come back to your car, a Cheshire police officer might be there waiting for you.

YMCA Lacing Them Up This Weekend For Road Races And Expo

by John Rook
It’s four days until the Cheshire YMCA Sea Dog Road Races and Healthy Living Expo kicks off, and it’s around this time that organizers begin to worry about one thing: weather.
“We’ve been looking at this 10 days out,” said DonnaPaxton, the wellness director for the YMCA. “That’s what we are always so concerned about. We want a nice sunny day for everyone to enjoy.”

SPORTS

Lonardelli Shuts Out Sheehan

by Greg Lederer
As Cheshire High School junior Ethan Lonardelli and Sheehan sophomore Brandon Rentas traded scoreless innings on May 8, it was unclear what it would take to break up the pitchers’ duel. What decided the baseball game was out of their hands.
Cheshire (8-9; 3-5 in Housatonic Division) scored twice on a fifth-inning error en route to a 2-0 victory over the Titans, avenging a 9-3 road loss from April 17. Lonardelli went the distance in the rematch, giving up four hits and striking out four.
“I really wanted to get the complete game,” reflected Lonardelli, a left-hander. “I felt good today. Every pitch was working for me.”
Sheehan threatened his shutout in the fifth inning. A fielding error followed by consecutive singles loaded the bases with one out. A double play allowed CHS to get out of trouble. Sheehan junior Brandon Gauthier hit the ball to sophomore shortstop Cooper Mrowka, who threw a dart to home plate. Junior catcher Wes Robertson got the force out and then threw to third base in time to get the third out.

AROUND TOWN

Disney Calling A Dream Come True For Ingarra

by John Rook
Disney has become a right of passage for most children.
Whether in Florida, California, or Paris, taking that first trip to the magical world of Mickey Mouse usually results in lifelong memories and a desire to pass that moment down to a next generation.
Cheshire resident Gabrielle Ingarra remembers growing up with Disney. She watched the movies. She visited the parks on vacation with her family. She loved the childlike innocence that permeates the entire Disney world.
But as a senior in college, looking out over the landscape of her future, one couldn’t help but excuse Ingarra if she had begun to grow out of her love for Disney. After all, while the parks and movies appeal to all ages, they hold a special place in the hearts of children.

SCHOOLS

St. Bridget School Tours World At Fair

by John Rook
St. Bridget School teacher Karen Thomas has watched the school’s Geography Fair grow over the years.
The projects have gotten bigger and more elaborate, and the students more excited.
“They really look forward to this now,” said Thomas. “I have kids in the sixth grade who are asking me if they can do a certain landmark for the next year. They are marking their calendar, waiting for this.”