FOXBORO, Massachusetts - More than 10,000 student-athletes from across the country have been named state finalists in the annual Wendy's High School Heisman Program since its inception in 1994.

By KIM HARMON

Published: Dec 19, 2003 12:00 am

FOXBORO, Massachusetts â More than 10,000 student-athletes from across the country have been named state finalists in the annual Wendyâs High School Heisman Program since its inception in 1994.

And a Newtown High School student-athlete is among them.

Senior Andrew Fiscella was nominated along with some 14,000 other student-athletes from each states and the District of Columbia. He was one of 20 Connecticut student-athletes who were named finalists and honored at the Northeast Regional Awards Dinner at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts (home of the New England Patriots) back on November 20.

Students are nominated by principals, teachers, guidance counselors and athletic directors based on academic achievement, athletic ability, and outstanding commitment to the community. At the awards dinner, one male and one female were named State Winners from their respective states, with the next step being the selection of 12 national finalists representing six regions from across the country, who attended the Heisman Award weekend in New York City.

Collin Anderson of Shelton High School and Christine Strawson of Torrington High School were named Connecticut winners.

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Congratulations on your nomination. In your announcement, you mentioned that Newtown faces real pressures, including “traffic patterns that make everyday life more stressful.” One growing concern for many residents and business owners is the repeated traffic disruption on Main Street caused by large-scale protests and rallies at the flagpole — held without a unified permitting process. Given that Main Street is a state road with a history of serious traffic and pedestrian safety issues, how would you, as First Selectman, approach the impact of these gatherings on traffic flow, public safety, and local businesses? I ask this with sincere interest in understanding how your commitment to “thoughtful planning” and “unity of action” would apply to this very real and recurring issue.

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I appreciate Ryan’s thoughtful and grounded perspective on the need for a consistent, transparent, and lawful permitting process for large public events in Newtown. His approach reflects common sense within the framework of the law, balancing public safety, free expression, and fiscal responsibility—exactly what we should expect from our elected officials. In contrast, I was struck by Bruce Walczak’s comment suggesting that informal and "extensive discussion" are the preferred solutions to complex public issues. While there is certainly value in dialogue, the idea that decision-making should replace the thoughtful legislative process is troubling—especially coming from someone running for First Selectman.

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I am grateful to The Democratic Town committee. I can vouch for the careful consideration they took in selecting our candidates. I appreciate their confidence in my managing skills to address the many issue facing Newtown. Ill be conducting listening tours over the next few months to gain a deeper understanding of my Newtown neighbors concerns and will be ready to address then day one.

There has been a rash of dog attacks, at least three that I know about on the sidewalks in town. Owners of pets need to be more attentive and respectful of their neighbors. Aggressive dogs need to be watched carefully to protect all. This is a serious issue and should be addresses not swept under a rug.

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I attended the meeting, and the results were reached after extensive discussion. Thats why its important to attend these high profile meeting, you see the facts yourself, As Alex, in the following letter, said the solution is not always more rules and legislation. Speaking to each other often solves issue a lot quicker with more flexibility.

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FOXBORO, Massachusetts - More than 10,000 student-athletes from across the country have been named state finalists in the annual Wendy's High School Heisman Program since its inception in 1994.

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