Grapplers Win Opener; Fifth In Tourney

By ANDY HUTCHISON

Published: Dec 23, 2011 12:00 am

Newtown High Schoolâs wrestling team began the season with a 75-6 triumph over host Bunnell of Stratford in the season opener on December 14. The Nighthawks, behind four runner-up individual performances, placed fifth in the Guilford High School Wrestling Tournament on December 17.

Results from the Bunnell match are as follows: 106-pound weight division: Luca Crudo won by forfeit; 113Â Daniel Hamula won by forfeit; 120 Nick Crudo pinned Saud Syed 1:44; 126 Matt Gonzales pinded Christian Perez :30; 132 Austin Barzetti won by forfeit; 138Â Charlie Helgren regular decision Sebastian Echevarria 5-0; 145Â Patrick Zingaro pinned Phillip Jones :23; 152Â Matt Carroll won by forfeit; 160Â Forest Speed won by forfeit; 170 Cory Fisher won by forfeit; 182 Alfredo Diaz (Bunnell) pinned Ed Lajoie :30; 195 Max Temple pinedn Michael Gentile :41; 220 Andrew Fishcer pinned Anthony Gentile :58; 285 Mac Morlock pinned Nikita Martymav :34.

Highlights from the Guilford Tournament: 106: Luca Crudo fourth; 120: Nick Crudo second; 126: Matt Gonzalez fourth; 145: Pat Zingaro second;Â 170: Cory Fisher second; 285: Mac Morlock second.

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The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

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The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

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Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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