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Slice of LIFE
A busy day at Town Hall
Photos by Tracey Weiss


Laying down the baton
It’s a bittersweet moment for Richard Chiarappa, the co-founder of the West Hartford Symphony Orchestra (WHSO). He has officially retired from his role as conductor, but he’s not done with music. And he, like the rest of the orchestra, is excited by the future of the WHSO.
Tracey Weiss
May 3011 min read


Mozz & Co, a new Italian grinder shop, creates excitement
Joe Cusano moved to West Hartford from Southington and made a name for himself as a skilled chef in major restaurants. Now, the well-known master of the kitchen has opened his own food business, Mozz & Co, at 22 Raymond Road. Within a week of opening, he already had a regular following, with some people waiting in line before opening time to submit their orders.
Natalie K. Pollock
May 305 min read


Fathers and Sons
Hard work and integrity have kept Imperial running for four generations By Tracey Weiss Editor Photos: Submitted Rob Gallinoto said his grandfather always knew Rob was going to be good at the business. “He said I would be great because I asked a lot of questions,” Rob said. More members of the Gallinoto family, including Rob’s mother, Lynne Gallinoto, Michael A. Gallinoto, his grandfather, and his father, Joseph R. Gallinoto. Submitted photo In fact, it turns out all the
Barbara Ouellette
May 302 min read


Third time's the charm - Career number three for historian Mary Donohue means digging up the town's best kept secrets and more
"Wherever you live, local history gives you inspiration.”
So said Mary Donohue, the town’s historian. A year into her appointment, she is deep into her role, publishing pamphlets for public use, giving talks, and finding treasures in town she aims to share.
She is technically retired but calls this her third career and “the first unpaid one.”
Tracey Weiss
May 304 min read
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