Winsted, CT

Alan and Seth Chidester helped carry goats owned by Aaron and Tim Hester down Main Street during the Winsted Rotary Pet Parade on May 19. Photo/Robin Gourd. More ...      Bob and Kathy Stockwell (right) were among those who checked out Joe Tedesco's Auburn Supercharger during the 2nd annual Nate Webster Memorial Car Show at Northwestern Regional High School in Winsted on May 19. Photo/Robin Gourd. More ... A Tribute to All Factory Workers By Christine Gerdin, Torrington      I am a German citizen. I was a legal secretary in my country, and it took me two years of business college and three very hard years of legal school to complete my training. I graduated with high honors and started to work in an office. For six years I was employed there and left when I followed my ... More ... Leaking Roof Causes Problems at Torrington Middle School By Linda Hall and Melinda Woiten, Torrington      One of the best-kept secrets in Torrington is the fact that the Middle School roof has leaked since the day the school opened in 1994 and continues to leak. Since the roof is not watertight, the Middle School has a multitude of stained, bacteria- and mold-ridden ceiling tiles and carpets. Allergic a... More ... Memorial Day Thoughts By Bernadette Gentry, Granby      This year our thoughts and prayers are especially drawn toward our servicemen and servicewomen in Afghanistan—those who seek out and protect us from terrorists who would try to destroy America. We remember, too, our loved ones who served, and those who died in earlier wars. Our eyes with tears paint... More ...      Richard Meyer of Glastonbury stands in the snow as he listens to a pre-race briefing prior to the 32nd annual Housatonic Down River Race on May 18. Photo/Robin Gourd. More ...      Bob Smith pours oil for a single mom. Photo/Robin Gourd. More ...