Wallingford Wired Has a New Home

After 8 months on Blogger, we've decided to take the plunge and move this blog to a new home over on Wordpress.org. It was a decision we agonized over for more than a few days, but in the end all the comments from other bloggers we network with convinced us that a self-hosted blog on Wordpress was the way to go. The new URL for Wallingford Wired is:

http://WallingfordWired.com

All of our posts from here have been migrated over there, and the new layout has a very clean and crisp feel to it that has us very excited about the future. We appreciate everyone who has frequented us here and invite you, and future readers who might happen upon this blog, to visit us at our new home!

Thanks again, and see you over at the new Wallingford Wired!

Warm Regards,

Pat and Wayne Harriman
The Harriman Team

Wallingford Electric Gives Winter Rate Decrease

Back in May, we reported here about the increase in electric rates that Wallingford Electric put in place to offset the higher cost of power during the heavy usage months of summer. But, as the old saying goes, "what goes up, must come down", and Wallingford Electric is proving that the maxim holds true, even for electric rates.

The Public Utilities Commission voted Tuesday to approve a 2.8% decrease in winter power charges that will go into effect on November 1st and continue until the end of April 2009. What this means for a household that uses 870 kilowatt hours of electricity is that they will pay $96.58 this year for the same power they paid $99.34 last winter. I know, that's not a huge savings, but at this point in the current economic storm that's pounding the entire country, every little bit helps. It should also be noted that this should not be considered an official total until all the final numbers are in and total costs have been determined at the end of the month.

Usually, electric rates typically fall in the winter, then rise again in the summer to encourage energy conservation during peak periods. Even so, the costs usually balance out over the course of the year. You may pay more seasonally in the summer, but with the winter adjustments you end up paying about the same annually. Wallingford is blessed (thankfully!) with some of the lowest electric rates in New England, with the exception of some areas of Maine, and PUC Director George Adair is cautiously optimistic that next summer's peak energy costs may also lower than usual. That would be something to look forward to.

So, mark your calendars for November 1st and watch for those extra $$$ to appear on your electric bill.

(And by the way, don't forget the Fall Electronics Recycling event for Wallingford residents, coming up on Saturday the 25th at Lincoln Middle School in Meriden from 9am to 1pm. See blog post here.)

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Ghoulishly Good Times in Wallingford

If you're looking for something to scare the bejeezus out of you this Halloween (other than the economy and the Presidential elections), look no further than the renowned Trail of Terror in Wallingford, CT. People come from all over the region to behold this masterful fright fest of bloody props, strobe lights, animated monsters and 300 costumed actors.

Now in its 14th year, the Trail of Terror started out as a small attraction in the backyard of creator Wayne Barneschi's house. Now, it has moved to a larger location off North Plains Industrial Road to accommodate the expanded staff and scenarios that have been added over the years, including a haunted cathedral, Gotham City, the Good Shepherd Orphanage, Sweeny Todd, and the Santa Claus Workshop. While the size and scope of the Trail has increased, so has its popularity, as evidenced by the hours-long wait in line to enter. Security staff has also been added to protect both the venue and its patrons, and there are 10 EMT's available should the fear factor prove too much.

Another feature added by Barneschi is the ability to by tickets for the Trail online for a particular time, rather than driving a long distance hoping tickets aren't already sold out, as used to be the case. In years past, tickets used to be sold out by 8 or 9pm, even thought the trail was open until midnight. A 4-6 hour wait in line is not unheard of for this popular attraction, so if you're looking for a great time with family or friends, go to the Trail of Terror web site now to purchase your tickets. The cost is $10 per person, or $20 for a speedpass. All proceeds benefit the American Red Cross, so you're not only having a screaming good time, you're helping a worthy cause to boot. Hours of operation for the rest of the month are:

Oct 17 -18, 24-25, 30-31: 7pm - 11pm

Oct. 19 & 26: 7pm - 10pm

(Oh, and bring a "screamer" with you...the denizens of the Trail just LOVE screamers!)

Charming 4 BR Cape in Wallingford

This 10 year young home has space galore! The first floor offers large kitchen, living room and dining room, plus two adjoining rooms that could be a den & office or 4th bedroom, perfect for an in-law set up. Master bedroom, plus 2 additional bedrooms on 2nd floor. Convenient to town, shopping, dining and highways.