Quotes of the Week, July 10-16

"Kids can come in and get snow cones made to order , which happens to be a real treat for them because most of the time you can only get them at carnivals and fairs.”

-Tim Pendred, co-owner of the on Main Street, boasts about his store’s selection of frozen goodies.

“Far too many parents in this town and other [towns] as well simply do not take the time to keep in touch with educators and follow up on grades and/or conferences and keeping up with the guidance department at the school.”

-Patch user Michelle Petroccio comments on a story about the that East Haven students experienced.

“I am excited but I was nervous.”

-New Haven police detective Omaida Nieves rejoices after being . Eleven people from the East Haven and New Haven area had to be saved after their boat crashed in Branford waters.

“East Haven will have no deficit and we are very, very proud of that.”

-Mayor April Capone announces the to Tweed New Haven Regional Airport. The deal landed the town $1.5 million.