Daily Five: "We Love You, Charlie"

1. What's the Weather? By now, you know a major snowstorm is headed our way. The storm is expected to dump upwards of two feet of snow in Durham and Middlefield and wind gusts could reach 70 mph, creating blizzard conditions.

The worst of the storm is expected from 5 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Saturday, according to forecasters.

2. "We Love You, Charlie" On Thursday night, Coginchaug fans remembered longtime Durham resident Charlie Larsen, who passed away this week. The crowd wore red ribbons in his honor and Charlie, a familiar face around the school and community, was remembered this way:

"We wear these ribbons this evening in honor of Charlie Larsen, a musician, a role model, a leader, and a friend. Charlie's infectious smile and vibrant personality taught us that we are only defined by what we chose to believe. Charlie spent years cheering for Coginchaug's sports teams and was a true exemplar of the spirit of Coginchaug and the towns of Durham and Middlefield. His character will always be a reminder that the only disability in life is a bad attitude. We love you, Charlie. God bless you."

3. Is the Transfer Station Open? It's the burning question? And we don't have the answer... yet. Check back with Patch Friday afternoon and we'll make sure we ask.

4. Dean's List Andrea Aresco of Durham was recently named to Dean's List at the University of Saint Joseph's. Congratulations Andrea! Students awarded this academic achievement earned a GPA of 3.50 or higher for the semester, with no grade lower than a "B".

5. Pre-School Open House Rescheduled The Middlefield Children's Center open house scheduled for Saturday has been postponed until Saturday, Feb. 23