LIFE

by Sarah Barr Staff Writer You’ve probably heard the phrase “it’s a marathon, not a sprint.” The analogy is real because anytime someone strives for an ultimate goal, they know they have to put in the work over the long haul in order to compete, no matter the event or the distance. When 18-year-old Santiago Rodriguez registered with Sporting Clube de Portugal as a federated steeplechase athlete, the Newington High School senior climbed the first wrung of many on the ladder

Bob Newbold is living proof that a “perfect storm” is not always a bad thing. It may start that way but the end result can positive.

The United States of America is 250 years old this year and the town is planning multiple events to mark the occasion. It started by forming a Newington America 250 Committee and holding a logo design content.

Marco Tirillo didn’t have to walk far to move his belongings into his new office at John Wallace Middle School. His previous office was right next door.

New England Puppy Rescue recently debuted a 3,000 square-foot Rescue Facility & Adoption Center in the Canton Green Plaza.

With a major expansion and improvement project in the books, the International Skating Center of Connecticut has plenty to celebrate but a new and upgraded facility only tells part of the story.