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  • Middletown, CT

I'm probably liberal on most issues.

I'm a registered Democrat.

I was raised in the Episcopal church, but don't consider myself religious in any traditional sense.

Mistrust of government is everywhere these days and Middletown is no exception. The quality of education is another issue. So is development; Middletown does a pretty good job of juggling competing demands for more businesses, homes, services and open space. But big challenges lie ahead, including finding new uses for the former Aetna site in Westfield and the riverfront.

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The Week in Advance: Feb. 14 to 18

Times, locations and agendas of public meetings of Middletown municipal and regional agencies for the coming week

The Week in Advance: Feb. 14 to 18
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'The Good Wife'; 'Cause It Delivers

'Raising Hope' and 'Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show' are looking good, too

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House hunt

A look at interesting open houses this weekend in Middletown

House hunt
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Lower the Interest Rate on Your Credit Card

With a little homework and a good track record, the odds of getting a reduced rate from your credit-card company are pretty good, says our financial columnist, Frank Zocco

Lower the Interest Rate on Your Credit Card
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It's the Grammys!

On 'Extreme Makeover,' people who do good get something back

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Land Changing Hands

The following property transactions were recorded in the Middletown town clerk's office Feb. 7 to 8

Land Changing Hands
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The Spa at Norwich Inn

Your choice: hand and foot therapy, body polish, or massage, a fitness class, lunch, the list goes on. How do you put a price on being pampered?

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Oddfellows Awarded State Grant

Funds will help address damage resulting from leaks, destruction of storage area

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Grants Approved for Main Street Businesses

The four businesses were housed at 501 Main St., which collapsed from accumulated weight of snow and ice last Wednesday; the funds will help with their relocation and other costs

Grants Approved for Main Street Businesses
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Screws Tighten on 'American Idol'

Sarah Shahi carries 'Fairly Legal' ... despite wearing very un-sensible shoes

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A Charlie Brown Valentine

As if elementary school isn't difficult enough