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Breaking down the CIAC High School Boys Basketball tournament brackets

The CIAC unveiled its boys basketball tournament brackets Wednesday afternoon. Local teams East Catholic (Division I), Cromwell (IV) and Windsor Locks (V) were all champions last year and all could make another run to the finals, held at Mohegan Sun Arena March 16-17.

Here’s a quick look at each division and some of the local teams involved:

East Catholic's Brayden Jones (34) gets an uncontested dunk against Newington in a boys CCC semi-final game at the University of Hartford, West Hartford, Feb. 27, 2024. East Catholic won, 67-49 to advance to the championship game. Photo by Cloe Poisson/Special to the CourantEast Catholic’s Brayden Jones (34) gets an uncontested dunk against Newington in a boys CCC semi-final game at the University of Hartford, West Hartford, Feb. 27, 2024. East Catholic won, 67-49 to advance to the championship game. Photo by Cloe Poisson/Special to the Courant

Division I: Three-time defending Division I champion East Catholic is the fifth seed and will not have an easy first game. The Eagles, who will play for the CCC tournament championship against Windsor Thursday, will face 12th-seeded Staples in a second-round game March 7. Staples (17-5) was the fourth seed in the FCIAC tournament and beat No. 1 Ridgefield 73-57 in the semifinal. The Wreckers will play Trumbull for the conference tournament title Thursday.

Division II: Manchester has come a long way since last season when the Red Hawks were the 26th seed in Division II and lost in the first round to Staples. Manchester is the No. 1 seed and will play the winner of Hamden-RHAM on Wednesday in the second round. Manchester lost to Farmington, 68-61 in the CCC tournament quarterfinals. Windsor, which lost in the Division II quarterfinals last year to eventual champion St….

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Lenni Lenape

Was Manhattan really sold to the Dutch for just $24?

History is full of enterprising sales and screaming bargains. One of the most notorious, legend has it, took place in Manhattan, when the island’s Native residents sold it to the Dutch for a handful of beads and the equivalent of $24 in cash.

Or did they? Here’s how Manhattan really ended up in European settlers’ hands—and why the transaction itself remains a historic mystery.

Manhattan’s Native residents 

By the time European colonists made their way to the Hudson River region, the area had long been settled by the Lenape people, who named the verdant island along the Hudson Manahatta, or “hilly island.” The Lenape, who spoke an Algonquian language and traded with a variety of other Indigenous Americans, lived a seasonal existence on the island with rich natural resources and abundant animals.

Those animals—particularly beavers—attracted the attention of the first Europeans to encounter the Lenape and Manhatta beginning in the 1500s. In fact, much of North America’s appeal to early Europeans had to do with animal pelts, which were used to produce fashionable hats and luxury items for European consumers—particularly as Europeans had hunted fur-bearing animals on the their own continent almost out of existence.

Lured by the region’s plentiful beaver furs, Dutch merchants began trading with the Lenape and soon claimed land running from what is now Delaware to Rhode Island on behalf of the Dutch West India Company, which developed a monopoly on Atlantic trade. The company established New Netherland in 1621, extending Dutch rule across the Hudson River region. By 1624, Dutch people were living on Manhatta—eventually renamed Manhattan—in a settlement called New Amsterdam.

The Dutch West India Company’s charter enabled its members to make contracts with “princes and natives” of the region, trading goods and currency for the “peopling of these fruitful and unsettled parts”—places that already served…

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Local Teams Eye Championship Glory

The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) has officially unveiled the brackets for its highly anticipated boys basketball tournament, setting the stage for a series of thrilling matches that promise to captivate fans across the state. With the announcement, last year’s champions, East Catholic in Division I, Cromwell in Division IV, and Windsor Locks in Division V, are once again under the spotlight as they prepare to defend their titles and aim for another victorious run.

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Championship Contenders and Key Matchups

In Division I, East Catholic is gearing up for a challenging face-off against Staples, having demonstrated their prowess by defeating top teams in their conference. Their performance has set high expectations for their potential advancement in the tournament. Meanwhile, Division II shines a light on Manchester as the top seed, marking a significant improvement from their previous season’s performance, with Windsor also emerging as a formidable contender. The competition intensifies in Division III, where SMSA holds the top seed and is anticipated to face tough competition right from the second round.

One of the most anticipated previews of a championship showdown could unfold in Division IV, where Morgan and Cromwell, both having showcased strong seasons, might clash in what promises to be a memorable match. Over in Division V, Windsor Locks is on a mission to defend its title, with its opening game against the winner of Litchfield-Kaynor Tech, highlighting the competitive spirit that defines this tournament.

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Path to the Finals at Mohegan Sun Arena

The road to the finals, scheduled for March 16-17 at the iconic Mohegan Sun Arena, is fraught with challenges and opportunities for the participating teams. Each match in the tournament not only brings them a step closer to the championship but also showcases the depth of talent and teamwork within Connecticut’s high school…

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Sambo Creek Renamed to Paemasing Creek in Honor of Mahican Hero

At a pivotal moment in Smithfield Township’s history, local leaders have decided to rename a controversially named waterway to Paemasing Creek, a gesture that not only sheds a racist moniker but also honors a significant figure in the area’s history. This decision was reached during the Feb. 28 Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors meeting, where Alex Jackson, the Conservation and Recreation Director, detailed the renaming process and the preferred new names for Sambo Creek and its adjacent counterpart.

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Renaming Process and Public Input

Alex Jackson announced the preferred new name, Paemasing Creek, after extensive consultation with stakeholders, including the Lake Valhalla community’s proposal to rename Little Sambo Creek to Whitetail Creek. Public comments are welcomed until March 15, offering a platform for community engagement and input on this significant change. Jackson’s open invitation for feedback underscores the inclusive approach taken by the township in addressing this sensitive issue.

Historical Significance of Paemasing

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The choice of Paemasing as the new name carries profound historical significance. Paemasing was a Mahican Native American who played a pivotal role in the life of Johanna Boston, a slave seeking freedom from her notorious master, Solomon Jennings. By providing shelter and aid, Paemasing not only saved Boston’s life but also assisted in her journey to freedom. This act of heroism is commemorated through the renaming, highlighting the area’s rich historical tapestry and acknowledging the contributions of Native Americans and African Americans alike.

Shedding Light on a Dark Past

The previous name, Sambo Creek, had long been a source of contention within the community, with many viewing it as a racist slur. The discourse around the creek’s name revealed a complex history, including its prior name, N-word Run, which further emphasized the need for change. The township’s collaboration with the Monroe County Historical Association and…

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Nanticoke

Popular kielbasa store damaged by fire in Nanticoke

Sep. 28—NANTICOKE — Mark Tarnowski hopes to be back in business sooner rather than later after a fire severely damaged his kielbasa store and his daughter’s hair salon business early Wednesday morning.

If the building at 14 E. Union St. can’t be salvaged, Tarnowski — owner of Glen Lyon Bros. Kielbasa — said he’ll have his food truck parked in the driveway selling his popular and well-enjoyed sausage.

“Honestly, I don’t know what we’re going to do,” Tarnowski said while standing in front of his business with his family. “If we can’t get up and running, I’ll have the food truck parked here.”

Nanticoke City firefighters along with firefighters from neighboring municipalities responded to the building at about 2:30 a.m. Flames spread to an adjacent vacant house at 20-22 E. Union St. and heat damaged the exterior siding at 28 E. Union St., which is occupied.

Tarnowski said he has been in business at the East Union Street location for 15 years, as his family has been making kielbasa since the 1940s.

Tarnowski said they were smoking kielbasa for their stand at the Bloomsburg Fair and his son, Erik, went to the store to turn off the smoker at 2:30 a.m.

“We were making kielbasa sticks last night, cleaned up, did the dishes and set the alarm to turn off the smoker,” Tarnowski said. “When my son went to check on the smoker, he found it collapsed. It just started to spread from there.”

No injuries were reported. A state police fire marshal has been called in to investigate the cause.

Tarnowski makes kielbasa in the rear of the building, as his daughter has a hair salon business in front.

Firefighters from Hanover Township, Newport Township, Plymouth, Kingston and Avoca assisted Nanticoke City firefighters.

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Lenni Lenape

Schumer on 6-bill minibus: Proud to keep government open ‘without cuts or poison pill riders’

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) hailed a package of six government funding bills on Sunday as “good news” that prevents a government shutdown “without cuts or poison pill riders.”

Schumer and congressional leaders unveiled the long-awaited package Sunday afternoon, with hopes to get the set passed before a March 8 partial government shutdown deadline. Congress made an extension to the previous week’s funding deadline in order to introduce and pass the package.

“It’s good news that Congress has finally reached a bipartisan agreement on the first six government funding bills that will keep the government open,” Schumer said in a statement. “We are proud to be keeping the government open without cuts or poison pill riders.”

The six spending bills focus on funding the departments of Agriculture, Interior, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Veterans Affairs, Justice, Commerce and Energy through this fall. In total, the bills will allocate about $450 billion.

Both Democrats and Republicans responded to the package by taking victory laps on certain inclusions. GOP members touted cuts to the Environmental Protection Agency; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the funding package, while Democrats hailed protections for certain welfare programs.

A number of conservative Republicans have urged Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to throw out the negotiations and instead pursue a one-year funding measure with universal budget cuts.

The funding bills are expected to be introduced and voted on this week in the House, where they will likely need bipartisan support and are likely to pass the Senate.

“The clock is now ticking until government funding runs out this Friday,” Schumer said. “Between now and the end of the week, the House must quickly pass and send the Senate this bipartisan package.”

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Former Shelton Teacher Accused Of Throwing Books That Hit Students: Warrant

SHELTON, CT — A former Mohegan Elementary School music teacher accused of throwing books that hit two students in a class last year was recently charged by police and is scheduled to appear in court next week, according to court documents.

Laura Heckmann, 39, of New Fairfield, was arrested by Shelton police on Jan. 11. She is charged with disorderly conduct and two counts of risk of injury to a child, according to the state Judicial Branch.

According to an arrest warrant application obtained by Patch, the Shelton Police Department launched an investigation after a parent of a 9-year-old Mohegan School student reported the incident to police on March 28.

The parent told an officer Heckmann threw a music book at the child in school earlier that day and the book struck the child in the face, according to police.

An officer also spoke with the child, who confirmed their parent’s account of the incident. The child also said Heckmann “was normally upset and yelling at the kids in the classroom” and had “yelled swear words at students,” according to police.

The child noted being hit by the music book “hurt a little bit” but the child was not injured as a result of the incident, according to the warrant. An officer confirmed the child had no visible injuries, according to police.

The child told police they also saw Heckmann throw a music book at another student in the class that day, according to police. The child said the book hit the second student in the chest, causing that student to cry, according to police.

Speaking to police through an interpreter, a parent of the second student said their child confirmed Heckmann threw a music book and hit them in the chest, documents state. The parent also noted the child was “okay,…

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Diplomatic missions, back Kurdistan Region’s election date decision

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Shafaq News/ The diplomatic missions in Erbil and Baghdad welcomed, on Sunday, the announcement of the date for the Kurdistan Region Parliament elections.

The Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani, said in a statement, “the diplomatic envoys supported holding “free, fair and transparent” elections and urged the political forces in the Kurdistan Region to stick to the final date for the elections.”

The consulates of the US, France, Italy and the Netherlands in Erbil said on Twitter that they supported the election date, and that holding the elections is a way of applying the principles of democracy.

The UN Assistance Mission for Iraq “UNAMI” also said that it supported setting the date for the elections and that it was ready to help.

Claudio Cordone, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General (Political) at UNAMI said, “It’s 10 June for the Kurdistan Parliamentary elections. Looking forward to no more obstacles. UN in Iraq is ready to continue to provide its support as requested.”

Noteworthy, the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) announced on Sunday, that it opened the registration for the Kurdish political parties and blocs that want to take part in the Kurdistan Region Parliament elections in 2024, from March 5 to March 14, which cannot be extended. The registration will be in Baghdad at the Department of Political Parties and Organizations Affairs and at the electoral offices in the Kurdistan Region provinces.

Earlier today, The Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani signed a regional order that sets the date for the next Kurdistan Region Parliament elections.

The order, which is based on the second paragraph of the first article of the amended Kurdistan Region Presidency Law No. (1) of 2005, sets June 10, 2024…

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Neil Elliott 2024, death notice, Canada

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Obituary of Neil Elliott
ELLIOTT Neil, passed away at Norfolk General Hospital on Thursday February 29, 2024 with partner in life Mary Dillon at his side. Predeceased by his parents James and Gladys and his younger brother Jim. Will be sadly missed by his sister Margaret Marshall (late Joseph), and many friends, neighbours, and extended family. Neil farmed for many years with his sister in the Jarvis/Port Dover area up until the family farm was sold. He also worked off the farm on the construction of the Big 3 in Nanticoke – Ontario Hydro, Texaco (Esso), and Stelco LEW – retiring from Stelco after 28 years. Away from work standardbred horse racing was a big interest but fishing was his favourite sport. His fishing lure collection was massive as anyone who knew him could attest to. In keeping with Neil’s wishes there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place with internment at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Thompson Waters Funeral Home 519-583-1530. For those wishing, donations made in Neil’s memory may be made to a local charity of choice. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses, and all healthcare staff at NGH and NHNH for their care and compassion over the past several months. Online donations and or condolences can be made at www.thompsonwatersfuneralhome.ca

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