Berlin Citizen Aug. 30, 2012 by Ryan Millner

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It’s time for a new town Plan of Conservation and Development By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

Every town in Connecticut has a Plan of Conservation and Development, which is a guide of what the town desires to develop, such as more commercial, residential or land preservation in different zoning areas. The state mandates that each plan be updated every 10 years because a town’s goal and outlook can change. The Town of Berlin has reached its 10-year mark. “This is a law that actually makes sense because you can’t just arbitrarily take a town and say ‘you know what, I think I am going to zone that R43 and let’s put some commercial here,’” said Hellyn Riggins, Department of Development Services director. “You want to have a basis behind your zoning. It’s sort of a defense of ‘why did we put commercial here and why did we put residential there, why did we put this lot size here.’” To develop the guide, the

POCD advisory committee has to study the entire town and assess what the goals and objectives are for the town. The committee must ask itself, “What are we as a town trying to achieve,” according to Riggins. Once the committee is happy with the plan, then it will write in goals to match the plan. These goals will dictate new zoning regulations. The last plan was developed in 2003 and Riggins said it was a “major overhaul.” “The town has always been conscientious of how they want to steer the town, but in ‘03 I think they truly dug in deep and really put together a complete, thorough document and did a lot of studying with consultants and town officials,” she said. “We are still pretty happy with that ‘03 plan— we are just reevaluating it to see if it’s pertinent.” At this time, the POCD advisory committee meets once a month to brainstorm ideas

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All 88 members of the Berlin High School Marching Band practiced during Band Camp last week. Their first performance will be Sept. 21 at Sage Park.

School band ready for first show By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen After a week of routine dedication from Berlin High School students practicing day-in and day-out in the sun for band camp, Band Director Mark Bowling said he cannot wait to see the show unfold during the halftime of the first home football game against Rocky Hill.

“This crew came in and is working tirelessly,” he said. “I mean just an amazing work ethic—what we accomplished in a matter of two days, it took us a week last year to get accomplished, so they are really, really moving. So I want to see this on the field, I want to see this with the uniforms on underneath the lights at Sage.” Band camp was the week

of Aug. 20 when 88 members came together to learn the show music and routine for the field. The first game is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 21 at Scalise Field in Sage Park. Every year, both Berlin High School and McGee Middle School bands come together for one performance at Scalise Field. AcSee Band, page 6

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Hungerford Nature Center looks forward to fall programs Diana Carr Special to The Citizen The summer programs at the Hungerford Nature Center in Kensington, wrap up this week, but no worries. The fun will continue into the fall, with a bevy of new programs for children and families to look forward to. The center, which has been operat-

ing for over 30 years and is sprawled over 30 acres, is part of the New Britain Youth Museum. Visitors will find trails, an inside exhibit that speaks to local culture and history, exotic animals, a barnyard full of animals, and in-house and outreach programs for children. “We’re a nature rehab facility with over 100 species of animals,” said DonSubmitted by Sage Meehan

Hungerford Nature Center is home to Lighting Bug the llama, one of two lamas at the center. Other animals at the center include: snakes, rabbits, an owl and an eagle.

na Veach, marketing and special events coordinator. “We rehabilitate injured and immature native wildlife. If we can release them, we do. If not, we keep them and take care of them.” After visiting the animals, guests can check out a tag sale that is scheduled for Sept. 8. Tourists can delight in the monthly guided nature walks, which explore a different topic each month: Rocks and Minerals in September, Birding 101 in October, and Identifying Trees in Winter in November.

See Hungerford, page 5

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, August 30, 2012

BPD schedules Citizens’ Police Academy on Mondays, from Oct. 1 to Nov. 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the police department. There is no cost associated with the program and is open to all high school juniors and seniors who reside in Berlin. Space is limited to 10 applicants and preference will be given to seniors. All classroom materials will be supplied by the Berlin Police Department. For more information, visit the Berlin Police Department website at www.berlinpd.org and download the application. Applications are also available the Berlin police headquarters. For additional information, contact Officer Paul Germain at (860) 828-6577, ext. 141, pger-

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The Berlin Police Department has planned a Citizens’ Police Academy for high school students, according to Berlin police Chief Paul Fitzgerald. The high school Citizen’s Police Academy gives the Berlin Police Department another opportunity to positively interact with the community. In the program, a positive relationship is developed through education. By sharing information about how and in what manner the department strives to meet its goals, the student’s suspicions, fears and misconceptions are reduced. Students also have an opportunity to interact with the men and women of the de-

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Animal shelters around the state, including Berlin, have either seen a decrease in pet adoptions, an increase in pet abandonment, or both. Berlin Animal Control Officer Jan Lund said sheltered animals may have to be euthanized, if the shelter cannot adopt them out by 16 months. “We really don’t have a time limit for housing animals,” she said. “We try to adopt [animals] out to different rescue groups to help us when they’ve been there a while and they find them homes, but even the rescue groups have been getting full because [animal shelters in surrounding towns] have been looking for help right now.” Berlin’s adoption rates have decreased from three years ago. Lund said the problem is a direct result of the economy. In fiscal year 2008-09, the

Berlin animal shelter adopted out 96 pets. In fiscal 200910 the number of pets adopted out decreased to 61. This past year, Berlin adopted out 77 dogs and cats, but considering the total number of impounded animals was 174, that means 97 animals did not find a permanent home that year. “A lot of people are getting evicted or have to move due to financial reasons,” Lund said. “That’s what they’re saying when they call as far as they want to turn in their animals.” According to Lund, the Animal Control Division gets at least two or three phone calls a day from people wanting to surrender pets and the shelter does not take animals from “private owners,” which are residents, for example, who may have an allergy to a pet or are moving and can no longer keep their pet. When people come in to surrender an animal, Lund said she recommends the owners to an organization

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U.S. Senate candidates tout similar plans to create jobs Republican Linda McMahon visits Berlin during 2012 jobs tour By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

The race for U.S. Senate is on and candidates Chris Murphy, Democrat, and Linda McMahon, Republican, have each launched statewide a 2012 jobs tour, throughout the summer, to hear from owners and employees on strengths and weaknesses of their businesses.

On Aug. 23, Linda McMahon visited American Silk Screening LLC in Berlin, which is a manufacturing company that provides custom logo screen-printing and embroidery services for Tshirts and clothing to individuals, teams, organizations and groups. The company provides services throughout Connecticut but also serves some distributors nationwide, such as Leraysville Cheese Factory Inc. in Pennsylvania. All though American Silk Screening manufactures nationwide, it’s a small familyowned business with only

six employees working for the company; owners Brian and Ruth Teske, one office manager, two screen printers and one embroider. “This is the heartbeat of America here at places like this, you know, when they start with one machine and they grow and continue to do things and it’s family operated,” McMahon said during the American Silk Screening tour. McMahon and Murphy both said their jobs tours consist of visits to small famCitizen photo by Monica Szakacs

McMahon listens to Ruth and Brian Teske, owners of See McMahon, page 10 American Silk Screening LLC, explain how state taxes affect their business.

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Children, too, will find all sorts of programs that will make it easier to bid summer a fond adieu. Four and fiveyear-olds with a proclivity for science will be able to explore the natural world, learning about such things as the changes that happen in the animal and plant world during the fall. Hungerford Nature Center will be mixing some basic chemical concoctions and performing simple physics experiments. “Just the Two of Us,” a program for children ages twoand-a-half to three-and-a-half (they must be accompanied by an adult), will be held weekly throughout the school year and will emphasize exploration, thinking and social skills. Kids will learn about seasonal changes, visit with the animals, do crafts, take walks and be introduced to how the physical world works. A nature discovery program for kindergarteners through second graders will immerse youngsters in nature, with live animals, trail walks, learning how plants and animals adapt to chang-

ing weather conditions, and “conducting some fun experiments, cooking up some things to play with, and going outside and trying to figure out why it’s so cold,” according to Veach. Third and fourth-graders can learn about weather and ways to measure it, and the principles of chemistry.

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cording to Bowling, usually the performance is towards the end of the season, but this year McGee will be performing during the first game with the high school band while the weather is still at a moderate temperature, and not as cold. “We all stand out on the field,” said Bowling. “We play some of their music and some of our music and it’s really good for the kids.” The high school band not only features their talent during football games to hype up the crowd and players, but they also march in the annual Memorial Day Parade annually. In addition to participating in the parade and performing at the Berlin Fair Friday, Oct. 5, this year the band and color guard hopes to take a four day trip to Orlando, Fla.,

May 2 to 5, to showcase their talent nationally and compete in the Orlando Music Fest and participate in the Disney Magic Music Day Festival. The trip is pending Board of Education approval. Bowling said the final itinerary will not be sent until December or January. Usually the band takes a trip to Disney World every two years. If the board approves the trip, this will be the second and last time for color guard seniors Nikki Harris and Demis Christodlous. Turning to Christodlous with a sad face, Harris said this year will be bittersweet for her since it is her last year performing with her best friend and team. “Last time we went to Disney it was so successful and amazing that Mr. Bowling decided to book the trip again and Disney was gracious enough to let us come

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Poison oak, ivy and sumac precaution

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As summer is winding down and fall is fast approaching, people are spending more time outdoors to savor the last of the long summer nights. While it is essential to be active, it is also important to keep in mind the need for protection when venturing outdoors. Poison ivy, oak and sumac should not ruin a person’s end of summer plans. Poison ivy, oak and sumac can cause an allergic reaction, which results from touching the oil of these plants. Urushiol oil is the poisonous ingredient that makes ivy, oak and sumac such a nuisance while spending time outdoors. All it takes is one nanogram (one billionth of a gram) to cause a rash. Coming into contact with bruised roots, stems, flowers, leaves, fruit, pollen of poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac can spread the poisonous oil. The oil can be on the plant itself or on other objects that come into contact with the plant such as clothing, garden tools or sports equipment. The oil can even remain under the fingernails for several days, so it is important to implement good hand-washing techniques after spending time outdoors. These practices include washing hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds, or by singing “happy birthday” twice to ensure proper cleanliness. When infected, a person may experience the following symptoms such as burning skin; itching, red streaks on the skin; small bumps or larger raised areas; swelling or blisters filled with fluid that may leak out. Depending on what part of the body was infected, the eyes, mouth, eyelids and neck may be infected as well. An over-the-counter antihistamine such as Benadryl or steroid cream can be used to

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Parents of Berlin High School students are invited to Back To School Night on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 6:45 p.m. The evening begins in the Gibney Gym with a brief welcome presentation by the principal. Parents will then follow their students’ Monday schedule, meeting with classroom teachers. Students will complete a copy of their schedule and take it home to their parents, along with information on teacherparent conferences scheduled for Oct. 18 and 25.

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relieve itching for mild reactions. Other treatments for mild reactions include cool baths and cool, wet compresses to the affected areas. However, if the reaction is severe or near the eyes, it is important to get to the nearest emergency room immediately. While spending time outdoors, it is important to keep the following things in mind: Do not make ivy, oak or sumac plants airborne by burning or using lawn mower and trimmer. Urushiol oil can enter the respiratory system through inhalation and be dangerous to your health. Poison sumac can have anywhere from seven to 13 leaves on a branch, while poison ivy and oak have three leaves per cluster. Even if plants are dead, people can still have a reaction. Urushiol oil stays active on any surface, including dead plants, for up to 5 years. Individuals who have never been infected before are still susceptible to a reaction; in fact, 90 percent of people are allergic to urushiol oil, but it is only a matter of time until exposure occurs. Like any other allergen, the more times some one is exposed, the more likely it is for that person to have a reaction. The rash will usually occur between eight and 48 hours after contact with urushiol oil, but the rash usually takes more than a week to show up the first time contact is made. A common misconception is that if some one touches a person with poison ivy, oak or sumac, he or she will contract it as well. However, a person See Poison, next page

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where they looked at possible areas that the town can build Continued from page 1 to have a higher population density. The committee is and hypothetical situations currently evaluating if the for the town, such as adding plan suits the town and if it more residential to downwill achieve the goal to draw town. This is an idea that was people and businesses into proposed for the town’s develdowntown. opment during the last Au“There is talk of whether gust meeting, but Riggins we would zone some areas said “nothing is set in stone.” where they outright can have Currently, there are some just pure residential, and residential apartments above that’s still being considered retail businesses downtown and discussed and that’s up that Riggins said the POCD in the area,” she said, adding will continue to allow in that the development would some fashion. The advisory be multi-family apartments committee hired a demo- because single-family housgraphic consultant to help ing spreads out and takes up write the plan. The consult- commercial court area. ant and the committee have “The goal of incentive completed a study called In- housing is to take your densicentive Housing Zoning ty and go up with it like three

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needs to come into contact with the poisonous oil to contract poison ivy, oak or sumac. If contact is made with any of these three poisonous plants, it is best to wash the area immediately with warm water and soap. Taking this step can prevent a reaction if contact is made immediately before, but it usually does not help if done more than an hour after contact. Be sure to carefully wash any contami-

nated objects or clothing alone in hot, soapy water and do not let the items touch any other clothing or materials. For more information about poison ivy, oak or sumac, contact the American Academy of Dermatology by visiting http://www.aad.org. Any other public health related questions can be directed to the Central Connecticut Health District, serving the towns of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield at (860)721-2822 or by visiting http://www.ccthd.org. Submitted by Central Connecticut Health District

stories maximum. You don’t want to spread out because then you have taken land from commercial,” she said. “You want to get people downtown without taking commercial base, while providing an area for people to reside in the downtown area.” With a higher accessibility rate for residents to walk to the town’s center, this allows for commercial to increase downtown because re-

tail will have more business. “Do you want commercial? Yes, because that adds to your tax base,” said Riggins. “So that’s certainly something we are considering, but [the committee] looks at everything.” With plans of added train stops in the future and the Berlin Amtrak becoming double tracked, Riggins said she think Berlin could become a bedroom community for some people that hop the

train towards New York, New Haven, Bridgeport and Fairfield. “People can live in a nice suburb community that might be cheaper to live in and can take the train into work,” she said. “With people downtown, they’ll want to be able to walk to a grocery. You want a downtown that doesn’t look like a ghost town. You want to see people and those people will feed a business.

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sia rate is way down from what it was 15 years ago.” Each in-state and out-ofstate organization that shelters animals and sells pets in Connecticut must register with the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. Currently there are 144 organizations registered with the DOA. “We have plenty of dogs in Connecticut that we would love for them to be adopted, but the rescue groups from down South bring in a larger variety of dogs,” said Connors adding that many Connecticut shelters are full with pitbulls. Currently, Berlin’s animal shelter houses six dogs and

nine cats. The shelter can house a maximum of 10 dogs and about 15 cats at a time. Recently, people have brought in a ferret, a guinea pig and three rabbits. Lund said she thinks small animals are initially adopted because people think they are less expensive to feed, house, maintain and care. “Owners find out they were just as expensive to own as a dog or cat and bring them into our shelter,” she said. The animal shelter is located at 600 Christian Lane. Anyone with questions may call the Berlin Animal Control office at (860) 828-7055.

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The Ladies Guild of St. Paul Church has scheduled its Welcoming Tea for Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. in St. Paul Church Hall. Come and meet old and new friends and join in the guild’s activities. A business meeting will be held to discuss future events. Members are reminded that yearly dues may be paid at this meeting or sent through the collection basket to the Parish Center. Food items this month for the Town Food Pantry are jelly and peanut butter. All ladies of the parish are welcome.

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The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet, Thursday, Sept. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church. The meeting will open with outdoor Stations of the Cross. Parishioners of Sacred Heart and St. Paul Church are welcome to attend. Outdoor seating

will be provided. A meeting will follow in the Church Hall. Dues will be payable at the meeting. Laurie Dauphin will give a presentation about her volunteer medical work in South America. Refreshments will be served. There will be no meeting in October due to the Berlin Fair. Therefore, tickets for the Nov. 1 Harvest Festival Dinner, with live music from the 1940’s, will be available for sale. Members that do not attend the September meeting can call Dan Sabia at (860) 828-3141 for tickets.

Berlin Congregational Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled its Homecoming Sunday for Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. followed by a free potluck luncheon and concert. Meet and greet the Sunday school staff. For more information, visit Berlincong re g ational church.org. Berlin Congregational

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The Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss Street, has scheduled a new type of Taize service every third Tuesday of the month beginning on Sept. 18. Along with the special music, which begins the service at 6:30 p.m., Pastor Juhye Hahn will add an anointing with oil during the service for those who need healing grace. In conjunction with the anointing each person who attends will be given a card to write down those people that they would like us to pray for. The cards will be put in a basket at the altar and on the following Sunday the whole church will pray for those people listed on the cards. Taize service is held every Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 7:30 except the third Tuesday which begins earlier for the special music. If you would like to contribute your musical talent to this service, contact the church at (860)828-4222 and

The Kensington United Methodist Church Choir is looking for new members. All skill levels are welcome. Experience is not necessary. The choir sings various styles of Christian music, traditional, classical, gospel, spiritual, contemporary and more. September rehearsals are Saturday, Sept. 15, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Thursday, Sept. 27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Church services are held Sundays at 9:30 a.m. with choir meeting at 8:45 a.m. Please come to rehearsal or feel free to inquire. For more information, contact Christine Manzi, Music Minister at csmanzi@comcast. net (860)828-4222. The Kensington United Methodist Church has scheduled Sunday worship for 9:30 a.m. beginning Sunday, Sept. 2. For more information, call (860) 828-4222.

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Leon M. Wrobel, Sr. Leon M. Wrobel, Sr., 83 , of Berlin died Aug. 17, 2012 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain. Born in New Britain, he has lived all his life in Berlin, and was a parishioner of St Paul Church where he served as an usher. For many years, Leon was superintendent of

Church Kensington. Burial followed in Maple Cemetery Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospital of Central Connecticut, 100 Grand St. New Britain, CT 06050. To light a candle or send a condolence please visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.c om.

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James Charles Loughlin, Ph.D., of Kensington, died Aug. 22, 2012 at Hartford Hospital with family at his side after a valiant battle with multiple myeloma. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Virginia, to whom he proposed within five weeks of meeting; three children, Stephanie Loughlin and her husband Robert Kaye of Bethesda, Md., Christopher Loughlin, M.D., and his wife Wendy of Litchfield, and Andrew Loughlin and his wife Richelle of Weehawken, N.J.; and nine grandchildren, Sam, Leah and Max Kaye, Zackary, Madalyn and Tristan Loughlin, and Alexandria, Andrew and Ashton Loughlin. Although his children were his most dear life accomplishment, Jim had many professional achievements. He attended Fordham University as an undergraduate and received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from Clark University in Massachusetts. He taught Economics at the University of Connecticut and Trinity College in Hartford before becoming an Economic Policy

Fellow at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. He then joined the Economics Department at Central Connecticut State University where he taught for 40 years before retiring in 2009. Jim published many articles in the fields of natural gas pricing and water resources allocation, testified before the U.S. Congress on the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act, and was named to the Governor’s Task Force on Student Financial Aid. While research played an important role, especially in his early career as an economist, Jim’s main professional love was teaching and encouraging his students to pursue careers in the fields of Economics, Finance and Business. He was happy to hear from many of them years after their graduation. Other survivors include his cousins, Barbara Wallace of Plainville, and Mary Huish and George Loughlin of Florida, various nephews and nieces, including his devoted niece, Laurie Donally of California, and his in-laws, Ann and Marty Connors and Steve Lamper of Pennsylvania and their families. The family wants to extend special thanks to Dr.

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Meetings The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet at Monday, Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 1:15 p.m., also at the Senior Center. There will be an ice cream social and a speaker from the Kensington Garden Center. Safe Driver Class The Seniors Safe Driver class is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 9 to 1 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center. Attendance at this one-day class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premium. Pre-registration is required as seating is limited. For more information and to register, contact Barbara Dixon at (860) 828-6295. Veterans and their spouses may attend this class free of charge in November.

Summer Utility Assistance Operation Fuel is accepting applications for the Summer Utility Assistance program for those who need assistance with utility bills or are in an emergency situation. The program provides a one-time cash grant of up to $500 (paid directly to the utility) to help income eligible households in an emergency situation. Emergencies include job loss and certain medical conditions. Assistance is for heat or non-heat gas or electric utilities. Households that have received assistance from Operation Fuel over the past 12 months are not eligible to apply. The program will end Oct. 31. For more information, dial 2-1-1.

Senior trips Sept. 19 - Big E. Sept 27 - Newport train. Oct. 2 - 9/11 Memorial and Museum. Oct. 19 - Vermont wine and cheese. Nov. 7 - Mt. Haven Resort.

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AARP trips The Berlin AARP has scheduled the following trips. For information or to make reservations, call Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934. Sept. 18-20 — Three day Pennsylvania Dutch tour. Oct. 9 — Brunch and foliage at the Delaney House. View Tom Richardi’s Birds of Prey, followed by brunch and musical entertainment. Nov. 12 — Supreme Reflections. Diana Ross tribute at the Aqua Turf. Dec.12 — A Victorian Christmas at the Williams Inn in the Berkshires. Holiday cabaret style show, followed by buffet and entertainment.

Programs Exercise for Wellness – Meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The class follows exercises to

maintain strength, flexibility, energy and mobility. Photography Group – Fridays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. This informal group of beginners to experienced photographers for camera and photography questions and discussions. All kinds of cameras are welcome.

Catholic Charities Catholic Charities Counseling services are offered free of charge on Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Senior Center. Appointments with Shelly Polo, LCSW, program supervisor, are required. The free

service is made possible through a Marjorie Moore grant. For more information and to make an appointment, call (860) 225-3561.

Key keeper The key keeper program is sponsored by the Senior Center in cooperation with the Berlin Police Department. This free program provides assistance when seniors misplace or lose their house and/or car keys. For more information and an application call the Senior Center at (860) 828-7006.

Senior Lunch Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Sept. 3: Labor Day. Senior Center closed. Tuesday, Sept. 4: Meatloaf with Creole gravy, whipped potatoes, Roman style blend vegetables, dinner roll, fruit yogurt. Wednesday, Sept. 5: BBQ chicken leg and thigh, corn on the cob, Rose’s Rancho salad, corn bread, watermelon. Thursday, Sept. 6: New England clam chowder with oyster crackers, turkey, celery and raisin salad in chopped greens, cucumbers slices and cherry tomatoes, homemade potato salad, club roll, fruited Jell-O with topping. Friday, Sept. 7: Baked kielbasa pierogies in light butter sauce, sweet & sour red cabbage, pumpernickel bread, fresh pear.

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Dec. 6 - Christmas lights. Air and land Sept. 16-21 - Wine, Rail and Redwoods. Sept. 30-Oct. 6 - Sierra Parks by train. Oct. 17-23 - Canyon Country.

All senior citizens are welcome to participate in senior bowling, held every Friday at 9 a.m. at the Berlin Bowling Center, 1782 Wilbur Cross Highway. This is not a league; participants can bowl whenever they can. Free coffee and shoe rental. A small fee is charged. For more information, call the Berlin Bowling Center at (860) 828-4131 or email Avis at avis157@ comcast.net.

Senior Bowling League results from Aug. 17: Walt Wallace, 182; Ferd Brochu, 176; Sam D’Amato, 170; Joe Sytulek, 170; Chuck Leonhardt, 168; Ed Picard, 165; Craig Clarke, 157; Irene Willametz, 150. Senior Bowling League results from Aug. 24: Gene Lemery, 173; Craig Clarke, 164; Chuck Leonhardt, 159; Joe Sytulek, 159; Florence Gillette, 157; Marie Kaczynski, 157; Rockwell Roberts, 154.

CitizenHealth

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Prostate cancer lecture

The Hospital of Central Connecticut has scheduled a free prostate cancer lecture: Truth and Fiction About PSA Screening for Tuesday, Sept. 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the New Britain General Campus, 100 Grand St. The speaker is Joshua Stein, M.D., who is board-certified in urology, specializes in prostate cancer and other benign prostate diseases, and is trained in robotic surgery. Registration at (860) 2245216, is required.

MILE programs

Adults 50 years and older are cordially invited to join MILE (Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education) to enjoy programs in many areas of interest. An open house/orientation program is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. in Chapman Hall on the campus of Middlesex Community College, 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown. Brief overviews of the fall schedule, which run from Oct. 1 to Nov. 16, will be presented. The varied offerings include programs on music, food, exercise, technology, travel, gardening and

more. For more information and request a brochure, call (860) 343-5863 or visit www.mileonline.org.

Survivors’ Day The Palladino Family Cancer Center at Midstate Medical center has scheduled its annual cancer Survivors’ Day for Sunday, Sept. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Meriden’s Hubbard Park. The day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the lives of cancer survivors. Survivors are welcome to bring family and friends. Activities for children include face painting, balloon animals and caricature drawings. Survivors may have chair massages; musical entertainment and refreshments are provided. For more information or to register, call (203) 694-8631. Registration is preferred.

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had diabetes for some time. Classes are open to people with diabetes and a support person. *Physician referral required. Call (203) 694-5425 for information and cost/ insurance coverage. Registration required. Prostate Cancer Screening - Wednesday, Sept. 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer diagnosed in the United States, but it is highly treatable if detected early. Men with an average risk should receive a screening beginning at age 50. Registration is required, space is limited. For under and un-insured men. To schedule an appointment, call (203) 694-8631. Dessert with a Doc: Take your Health to Heart - Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join a discussion on the risk factors of heart disease, an explanation of how heart attack symptoms are can be different in men and women, and what you can do for pre-

Midstate Medical Center has scheduled the following September programs. Diabetes Group Education Classes Getting Started - The Diabetes Center provides group education for diabetes management, whether a person is newly diagnosed or

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Jean is survived by Jeffrey A. Krause and his wife Catherine of Old Saybrook, and a son Thomas R. Krause and his wife Lori of Port Charlotte, Fla. Jean is also survived by three paternal grandchildren. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Middlesex Hospital, 28 Crescent St. Middletown CT. 06457. The Swan Funeral Home, Old Saybrook, is in charge of arrangements. Please visit www.swanfuneralhomeoldsaybrook.com for condolences and tributes.

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An educational series on sleep disorders Sleep Apnea, with David Schwaber, D.D.S. and Andre Lerer, M.D.

Refreshments 5:15–6 p.m., Speaker: 6–7 p.m. The lecture will be held at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, Sleep Disorders Center, 1131 West St., Southington, Building 1, Lower Level. The program is free, but please register by calling 1-800-321-6244. Press option 1.

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Jean (Hoffman) Krause Sledge, 83, a longtime resident of Berlin, died Aug. 20, 2012 at Middlesex Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband Orien V. Sledge and three brothers and a sister. She was born on Feb. 28, 1929 in Wallingford, to the late Frank and Mary (Tessmer) Hoffman. She was earlier employed by the Borough Electric Works in Wallingford. Jean was the historian of the Bucks and Does Square Dance Club in Berlin.

Held at the Wallingford Senior Center, 238 Washington Street. For more information, call (203) 265-7753. Registration required. Keep Moving: Finding Relief from Joint Pain Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 1 to 3:15 p.m. Pain and disability from arthritis can disrupt your daily life. Even the simplest tasks, such as shopping, climbing stairs, or putting on shoes can become difficult or impossible. Learn from our experts at a free educational seminar what you can do to prevent or control how arthritis affects your daily life. For more information and to register, call (203) 694-8733. Survivorship Symposium - Saturday, Sept. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The program will explore the new beginnings as a cancer survivor. For more information and details and topics and breakout sessions, call

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vention to lead a healthy lifestyle. Program is at the Wallingford Public Library, 200 North Main Street. For more information, call (203) 265-6754. Registration required. Lunch & Learn: Curing the Stuffy Nose - Updates in the Treatment of Sinusitis and Allergic Disease - Monday, Sept. 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how advanced treatments are changing how doctors can help patients who suffer from allergies and chronic sinusitis. Program is held at Ashlar Village, Cheshire Road, Wallingford. For more information, call (203) 6796017. Registration required. What Can Anticoagulation Management Do For Me? - Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 10 to 11 a.m. Are you on coumadin or warfarin? The informative presentation reviews medication side effects and important information about routine testing and overall management.

CitizenOpinion

State needs jobs

To the editor: Connecticut is hurting. We need jobs. The current government leaders in Connecticut and Washington are taking us in the wrong direction. Chris Murphy has served a long time in Congress and what do we have to show for it? More spending, deeper debt, higher taxes, no

jobs, and no plan to create jobs. Linda McMahon is a person of real accomplishments in the real world. She has built a business and created jobs. She has a sound plan starting with a middle class tax cut that can create more jobs and help those of us in the middle class who are pulling the economic wagon. Connecticut needs a strong leader with a proven track record of real accomplishments. Connecticut needs Linda McMahon. Linda has my vote on November. I hope she will have yours, too. Kari Maier Drost Berlin

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Commentary

My ‘long’ seven minute interview with Gov. Malloy By Daniel Jackson Special to The Citizen When I learned Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy was scheduled to speak in Berlin an hour before he was supposed to arrive, I scrambled, thought up a few questions, threw a few notebooks into my bag and checked the battery level on my camera. Malloy was to speak at the Aug. 14 grand opening of Okay Industries, a manufacturing company which makes surgical tools. About 200 employees of Okay Industries gathered in the plant to hear Malloy. When introduced, the governor bounced to the podium and started talking while he adjusted the microphone. “You’re what makes Con-

Government Meetings

Tuesday, Sept. 4 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Veteran’s Commission, American Legion Post 68, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5 Cemetery Committee, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 10 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

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necticut strong,” he told employees. “It’s not the government. It’s you. It’s the people that work day in and day out, pays their taxes, raise their families, makes great products in our state. So I simply want to say thank you for everything that you’ve accomplished. Give yourself a round of applause.” While this might have been a meet and greet for the governor, for me this was an opportunity to ask questions such as his opinion about issues facing Berlin. It was also on my radar that the governor’s approval rating was one of the lowest in the nation. My plan was to get close to the governor and get an interview. Little did I realize my brief encounter would end with these words from Malloy as he cut me off after my last question: “You’ve had a longer interview than anybody’s had in a long time.” That may be, but it’s still surprising. After adding up all the time on my recordings, discovered I spoke to the governor for seven minutes. After the speeches were over and the crowd around Malloy thinned, I introduced myself to the governor and asked if I could talk to him. But he still needed to tour the plant. So while Malloy walked around the building,

I walked beside him, my recorder near his mouth. I asked about regionalization, then waited as the governor learned how Okay Industries creates surgical knives, finally he replied. “The reality is, municipalities are doing things together because they recognize they can do them less expensively if they are doing it in a cooperative way. I was one of the champions of legislation that allowed communities to come together to do things together that they were allowed to do separately. Now, that bill got passed eight, nine years ago and now we’re seeing more and more communities doing things together. “Is there a downside to that?” I asked. “No. There is none.” I came to the hardest question jotted down in my notebook: the governor’s low approval rating. “Listen, I manage for longterm,” Malloy said. “And I inherited the state that was in the worst shape, of all the states. We had to make some hard decisions and we made them. But now we’re starting to enjoy the benefits of the tough decisions that had been made, including a surplus from the largest per capita deficit.” We stopped to listen to anSee Interview, next page

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Car tips for end-of-summer safe driving Officer Robert Canto Special to The Citizen

August is here and as the summer comes to an end, and with Labor Day upon us, many of you will be traveling to beaches and taking road trips to all sorts of fun and exciting places before the kids go back to school. The quickest way to ruin a good time is to break down or have car troubles along the way. Some ways to avoid problems is to have regularly scheduled routine maintenance done on your vehicle. An oil change is always a good idea since your vehicle will be getting even hotter during the summer months. Some fluid levels to check are radiator coolant, brake, and windshield washer. Another thing you may want to have checked is your vehicle’s air conditioning system. During trips to the beach you may get stuck in traffic, the last thing you want to do is over heat your vehicle or your body. Let’s not forget about the tires. The air pressure in your tires may have changed since the winter months due to the temperature rise. Improperly inflated tires can severely affect the way your vehicle handles. Check the air pressure in all your tires, especially the neglected spare. To get an accurate reading, check pres-

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other Okay employee explain another step in the manufacturing process. “Are you worried about the upcoming election? Is it far away?” I said. “Pretty far away. And again, we had to do some tough things. And I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and I think that it will be understood.” I stayed at the governor’s shoulder and as he walked outside to a ribbon cutting photo-op outside. I asked him about the criticism someone had made at a recent public hearing about the proposed rail line. The person had said that the state’s transportation infrastructure was uncoordinated. “They’re actually highly

sure when tires are cold, meaning they haven’t been driven on for at least a couple hours. Old or neglected tires can overheat and possibly blow out while you’re driving. After the constant use imposed by this winter’s storms and spring rains, it’s likely that your windshield wipers are worn and ready to be replaced. Like rubber belts and hoses, wiper blades are susceptible to the summer heat. Examine wiper blades for signs of wear and tear. If they aren’t in tip-top condition, invest in new ones before you go. Regularly clean the windshield on the inside and out. During long trips make sure you stop and take breaks ever few hours. A 20 minute break will refresh you and make you a more alert driver. Fatigue is a preventable cause of accidents during the year. Another thing you may want to consider when driving is a good quality pair of sunglasses. Sunglasses are not just fashion accessories, they help prevent eye fatigue. Polarized sunglasses will help with sun glare that will be reflected off windows on buildings and other vehicles. Due to the sun’s low angle, sunlight glare at dawn and dusk can be blinding. If you have pets, please don’t leave them

coordinated,” responded the governor. “You have different needs in different parts of the state. We’re moving projects along much more rapidly than they’ve ever been moved along before.” Malloy joined the group of Okay Industries leaders and government officials to pose for ribbon cutting photos. After he returned, I pressed him for specifics. “So you said that they were highly coordinated,” I said. “Could you explain that to me?” “Sure, yeah, we have a commissioner of transportation who is improving the transportation department on a daily basis. We have massive projects underway and we’re moving forward on time, under budget. People can say things but the reality is all of these activities are coordinated.”

Parks and Rec Commission clarifies its intentions With all the press and discussion related to a skateboard park in Phase II of the Town Center Veterans Park it comes down to two issues. One - The Parks and Recreation Commission is not intending any disrespect to our Veteran’s efforts. This, along with the other memorials located around town, is intended to be a memorial to honor those Berliners who have served their country. Other types of facilities have been suggested, including basketball, tennis or an ice rink. They are all active features, the only difference; they are not a skate park. We want a park that will see citizen use, not spend our money on another picnic pavilion that gets only occasional use Two – After over ten years of pursuing this goal, Parks and Rec has identified three things necessary for a skate park; a) a central location without impact on any neigh-

borhood; b) high visibility to minimize misuse; c) safe access for youngsters using the facility. A number of alternative locations have been suggested and are not considered suitable. They are: Griswold School, Maint Complex Entrance, McGee, and Norton Road. Percival Pool, Petit Field, Pistol Creek, Sage Park, Town Hall Road, Willard School and Woolworths This land was not available when this effort first kicked off in 1999, accordingly, had never been considered. If anyone has suggestions that meet the above criteria, we’d be more than happy to hear them. Right now the VFW and American Legion hold the key as to whether we have a skate park located here or nearby. -Len Zielinski, chairman of Parks and Rec Commission

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“What are some of the developing issues that you see towns dealing with?” “Generally, slow growth. We’re not likely to see levels of growth that we experience, for instance, in the ‘90s for some period of time. The national economy had some substantial damage done to it so growth is going to continue to be slow. I think that relates to why communities are looking to doing things together that they formally did individually.” I knew that Malloy wanted to leave but voters all across the state were voting for the U.S. Senate seat that day. “About the senate primaries that are happening now,” I said. “Do you have any comment about that? I think it would be great if I could have a quote from you.” “I voted this morning in Hartford and I previously

made my support for Chris Murphy well known and gave his nominating speech at the convention. I’m hopeful he’ll win and I think we’ll have a situation where someone is trying to buy the office and someone has actually earned the office.” Again, I pressed Malloy for details. “How will Murphy help you in Washington?” “Well, obviously, I want the Democrats to maintain control of the Senate. I think it’s the best protection against some of the craziness, particularly the RyanRomney budget, which would be devastating to Connecticut, devastating to women, devastating to education.” The Governor’s demeanor changed when he answered this question. Instead of being uninterested or distract-

ed, he started giving specific answers. This was a topic he cared about. “I mean, the only people who make out under the Ryan-Romney budget are the fantastically wealthy. Everyone else’s taxes will go up. It doesn’t make any sense. It doesn’t put the budget in balance anytime in the near future. It takes about 30 years. So they’re saying they want to balance the budget when they are promoting a budget that will raise the middle class taxes, and give the very wealthy large tax breaks. It doesn’t make any sense.” With that, Malloy made it clear this interview was over as he got into his car. Seven minutes. A brief encounter. Like most reporters, I would’ve liked longer, but apparently that’s the outside limit for now.

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Obituaries

Thomas Puglisi

Thomas Christopher Puglisi, 69, of Kensington, loving husband of Catherine (Rotiroti) Puglisi, and a devoted father and grandfather, passed

into eternal life on Aug. 25, 2012. Born in Middletown, son of the late Albert and the late Josephine (Giubelei) Puglisi, he attended St. Sebastian’s School and Middletown High School, received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Hartford, served in the U.S. Army with the 264th Army Band in the Pacific,

and was a mechanical design engineer for New Britain Plastics Machine Company, Otis Elevator/People Mover Division, and retired from Kamatics. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in East Berlin where he was a lector, an original member of the Middletown Symphonic Band, and played with the Sam Vinci Band, and in the pit band for the Plainville Choral Society. He loved music and passed that love to his children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he leaves a son, Carl Puglisi in Massachusetts; a daughter, Mary Jo Vasquez and her husband Tito in Connecticut; two beloved grandchildren, Katherine and Gregory Vasquez; a sister, Lucille Fava and her husband Louis; two brothers-in-law, Joseph and Paul Rotiroti; two nephews; a niece, and many cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by an infant son, Mark. His family wishes to thank the Melanoma Team of the Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale/New Haven Hospital and especially Dr. Mario Sznol for his dedicated treatment and support, and the caring staff of Westfield Care and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services were held Aug. 28, 2012 from Porter’s Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. Burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery, New

Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital, Melanoma Program, 20 York Street, New Haven, CT 06504, or to Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage Street, East Berlin, CT 06023. www.portersfuneral.com

Irene S. Patterson Irene S. Patterson, 85, of B e r l i n , beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, died Aug. 26, 2012 at the home of her granddaughter, Deborah, of Rockfall. Born in West Hartford, the daughter of the late George H. and Irene Saunders, she graduated from William Hall High School in 1945. She was employed by Cigna Insurance Company for 16 years as a supervisor. Irene enjoyed and loved her dog Honey, vacations on Cape Cod, playing solitaire, cooking and playing the piano for her family and friends. She is survived by her children Elisabeth Daniels of Middletown, Linda Steudl of Myrtle Beach, S.C., John F Patterson Jr. of Berlin, and Jeffrey Patterson of Keene, N. H. She was predeceased by her husband John F. Patterson; her son Christopher and her daughter Kathleen. She was affectionately called “Gram” by her grand-

children, who adored her, Deborah Aceto of Rockfall, Andrea Lopez of Newport Beach, Calif., Katie Steudl of Las Vegas, Nevada, John Poland Jr. of Calabasas, Calif. and James Steudl and his wife Jess of Conway, S.C. Irene was very proud of her six great-grandchildren, Richie, Christian, Rachel, Kellie, Evan, Mason and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held with a Celebration of Life on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012 at Sheenan-Hilborne Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Ave., West Hartford, CT 06110. Family and Friends may call 9:30 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, West Hartford. Irene’s Family would like to thank Vilas Hospice staff for providing care for their loved one and support to their family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriner’s hospital, Springfield, Mass., The American Heart Association or the CT Humane Society. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.sheehanhilbornbreen.c om.

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The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., Kensington has scheduled its annual Tag Sale for Saturday, Sept. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine; free admission. Baked goods and beverages for sale. Hungerford will accept donated items through Thursday, Sept. 6, during business hours. Please call prior to dropping off items. Hungerford reserves the right to refuse any item deemed unsuitable for resale. A preview sale is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 7, from 1-4 p.m. For more information and cost, call (860) 8279064.

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New athletic director brings an impressive resume By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Dan Scavone compared Berlin High School athletics to a “Cadillac” and the “Yankees” – brands synonymous with greatness. “You’re stepping into a program that’s been established. You’re stepping into a program with a proud tradition,” said Scavone, new athletic director at BHS. “That opportunity doesn’t always come up.” Scavone, who previously served as AD at Danbury High School, the largest school in the state, started in his new position July 1. “I haven’t had time to look long-term, but on a shortterm basis things are going very well, things are in place for the fall season, I’ve met the coaches and am establishing a rapport with them. I’m just excited,” Scavone said last week. “After all the work they put

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New BHS athletic director Dan Scavone: ‘I feel I have the qualifications and the skills to maintain the integrity and the success of the program here in Berlin.’ in beforehand, over the summer, the gratification for any athletic director is during that first week of practice – and then when the games start – is seeing the product of all the preparation. To see

the kids have a good experience and perform at optimal levels, the nice fall weather; all that stuff is exciting. So I’m looking forward to that, and meeting a lot of these kids.”

Scavone replaced Jim Day, who will stay on as wrestling coach at BHS. Day served as AD for a decade. “Jim was very helpful with transition,” said Scavone. “He spent some time with me, showed me the lay of the land. He’s been a colleague. We’ve both been doing this for a while. He’s been nothing but helpful.” Scavone grew up in Waterbury and attended Holy Cross High School, where he competed in wrestling and track and field. “I’ve always been around sports,” he said. “It’s been in my blood since I was a kid.” Scavone went on to earn a bachelor of science degree in health fitness from Springfield College, a master of education degree in exercise physiology from Southern Connecticut State University, and a sixth-year degree in educational leadership and administration from Sacred Heart University.

He is a certified, athletic administrator through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association. “I feel I have the qualifications and the skills to maintain the integrity and the success of the program here in Berlin,” said Scavone, who lives in Hamden with his wife, Danielle. Before serving in Danbury, Scavone was the AD/dean of students at Nonnewaug High School, principal of his alma mater, Holy Cross, and AD/assistant principal at Woodland Regional High School, where he built the athletic program from the ground up. Prior to his work as an administrator, Scavone was a teacher of health and physical education in Farmington, Waterbury and Terryville. Scavone has done some coaching along the way, but has no plans to do so at BHS.

Bordonaro’s ‘major league arm’ getting plenty of use fan base is really good because it’s so close.” Bordonaro will be back in There weren’t many bet- Connecticut to work on finishing his degree in ter places for Mark the fall, but he is getBordonaro to start ting quite an educahis professional tion in the Northbaseball career than west League. Everett, WashingThe hard-throwton. ing, right-handed reThe former Berlin liever is 3-2 in 16 apHigh standout, pearances through drafted by the SeatMonday with a 5.26 tle Mariners in early Bordonaro June, pitches for the Class A ERA, allowing 30 hits in 25 Aquasox in front of 4-7,000 2/3 innings with 19 strikefans a night at Everett outs and 15 walks. “Coming out of college to Memorial Stadium. That’s only about 22 miles from professional baseball is such Safeco Field, home of the a reality check,” said Bordonaro, second all-time in Mariners. “I got lucky,” Bordonaro appearances and saves at said. “I came right to short Fairfield University. “It’s season A ball and we have a hard to process it all. But in lot of interaction with the two months here, I’ve probaMariners. We’ve met the bly learned more than I have team, been in the locker in my last three or four room and on the field for years pitching combined. batting practice. It’s a big You just learn the mental advantage for me, and the grind, and what it takes.” By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen

Aquasox pitching coach Rich Dorman said Bordonaro has “a major league arm.” Bordonaro, who has hit 96 mph on the speed gun and lives around 92-93 according to Dorman, has some deception to his delivery by coming across his body. Dorman said the 6-foot, 170-pound Bordonaro fits the role of a one or two-inning reliever well with his max-effort motion. “He can come in and just let his fastball go and not worry about turning a lineup over two or three times,” Dorman said. “Hitters are going to see him one time and you just go after them with your best stuff.” Bordonaro is working on a changeup between games to give him a third pitch. “The first half of the year, they emphasized me throwing my slider as much as possible even if it wasn’t the

best for my statistics,” Bordonaro said. “I threw it in awkward counts and awkward situations, because in the long run that’s the only way to learn it. I’ve become more consistent with it and I’m mixing in the fastball. When those two things are working together, you can be successful.” Bordonaro went through a stretch of five outings where he allowed just two earned runs in seven innings. “It’s a matter of him being a little bit more confident in himself and his ability,” Dorman said. “He’s a fast learner.” Bordonaro, who turned 22 on Aug. 17, knew there was a chance he could be drafted after his third season at Fairfield. Seattle chose him in the 25th round and he was signed June 13. His professional debut was June 19 at Tri-City.

Because they are so close, the Aquasox have welcomed several players rehabbing injuries from the Mariners including center fielder Franklin Gutierrez recently. The Mariners also assigned the third overall pick in the June draft, catcher Mike Zunino, to Everett. Zunino, from the University of Florida, played 29 games and hit 10 homers for the Aquasox before being promoted to Class AA. “He’s a high first-round pick for a reason,” Bordonaro said. “He’s not only a good player, he’s a leader. He helped me a lot in his time here.” Bordonaro said he has gone through a lot of different emotions the last few months and he knows he has a long, exciting road to circle back to Seattle. “It really didn’t sink in

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Former Redcoat gridders thriving at college level By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

John Capodice logged some serious miles on the road this summer, but according to him it was well worth it. The Berlin High School football coach travelled the state recently checking in on former players now at UConn, Yale and Southern Connecticut. “It’s just amazing to see all those Berlin kids out there. It’s rewarding,” said the veteran coach. Capodice visited with Tommy Undercuffler at Yale, and said all is well with the freshman. “Seeing Tommy come jogging out with the Yale helmet, the Yale jersey – number 39 – was really a tremendous thing to watch,” said Capodice. A defensive back at BHS, Undercuffler has been playing inside linebacker for the Bulldogs. Capodice said Yale’s defensive coordinator Rick Flanders likes what he has seen from the freshman. “He said he learns real quick, he understands the game, he’s a leader.” “They don’t have strong recruiting classes above him,” Capodice said, “so there are opportunities for

kids to come in and play. Tommy’s going to get a shot to compete.” After sitting out last season as a red-shirt, Max DeLorenzo is in action at UConn. “It’s a major transition to Division I-A football. Nevertheless, he made it through the season,” said Capodice. Speaking of DeLorenzo, and BHS alum Maurice Humphrey, who played at Penn State, Capodice said “you go from kids who are the stars, playing all the time, their whole life, to not playing. That’s a big shocker. And when you spend that year sitting and watching, it’s tough.” “I know he’s hungry to get out there,” Capodice said of DeLorenzo, who has four years of college eligibility remaining. “This year when I went and visited him, he was a lot more comfortable. He understood the camp routine, he understood the grind.” A running back in high school, DeLorenzo is currently playing on special teams, and in an offensive package. “He’s doing an outstanding job,” said Capodice. The BHS football program is very well-represented at Southern Connecticut. Start-

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They are: Joe Dellaquila (Marist), Dave Campagna and Taylor Tavarozzi (Bentley), Kyle Connolly (Endicott), Kevin Parnell (Westfield State) and Tevin Grant (ASA Junior). Capodice believes the football structure in place in Berlin gives local guys the tools necessary to transition to the college game. “Our youth program in town is doing an outstanding job. We have 177 kids in that program,” the coach said. “The high school coaches and youth coaches are collaborating and doing a wonderful job with the kids.” According to Capodice,

the college game is within reach for any football player willing to work hard, on the field and in the classroom. “First and foremost, you have to be a student-athlete, not an athlete-student. The grades will open the doors. I’d hate to see a kid have the ability and not the grades, because the grades you have control over. So we preach being a student-athlete,” said Capodice. “There’s a place for everybody, whether it’s Division I, Division II or Division III. If you want to continue playing, it’s a great experience, and there’s a place for everyone.”

Random thoughts from a MLB road trip By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — So the Tampa Bay Rays come off a spectacular road trip, winning eight of 10, moving into the Wild Card lead and clearly mounting a challenge in the American League East to the New York Yankees – and 9,913 bother to show up for the Rays’ game with the Kansas City Royals. Putting that in perspective: 16,000 saw the high school championship basketball games at Mohegan Sun in March, 5,500 saw the high school baseball championships at Palmer Field in Middletown in June, and 9,900 is less than one day’s attendance at the American Legion baseball World Series in Shelby, N.C. that concluded recently. Florida thunderstorms

are the real deal. One hit during the aforementioned Rays’ game I attended. No biggie during the game, although the drumbeat of the rain on the roof drowned out the cheers of the friends and relatives who attended. Big problem after the game, especially since I couldn’t find my car. Waded through ankle deep rivers in the parking lot, all the while watching lightning flash around me. Some places got four inches of rain in a couple hours. In Florida, that’s called beneficial rain. In Connecticut, that’s called a catastrophe. How about the Milford Legion? The Zone 2 club – which did not win a zone title – won its final 11 games in Connecticut, including a 5-0 run through the state Legion tourney. Then it blasted through the Northeast Regional going 5-0. It

lost two straight in the World Series, but was competitive, losing 5-3 and 4-0. I sat next to a gentleman from the South — uhhhh, accent gave him away — at the Rays’ game. For nine innings he talked nonstop to his 16 or 17-year old grandson, explaining everything about the game, including the wisdom of a one-out sacrifice bunt in the third inning. The Rays didn’t bunt. Guy was upset. The next guy got a hit. He announced to the section that was proof that his strategy would have worked. You should be proud, since I so love the bunt, that I didn’t say a thing. Mike Bianchi is a sports columnist for the Orlando Sentinel. In his column on Aug. 18, he recounted that an 18-foot python — a snake See Trip, next page

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until I got here and started playing with guys like [Zunino], who signed for $4 million, and major leaguers coming down,” Bordonaro said. “That’s kind of when it hit me. It’s pretty crazy to have a chance to be a major leaguer. That’s been my dream.”

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Saturday summer hours The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Saturday summer hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Normal Saturday hours are scheduled to resume Saturday, Sept. 8. Children’s programs Mother Goose Time Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. A special storytime for babies ages 0-24 months and their families. Share books, music, bounces and fun with babies. No registration is needed.

Older siblings are welcome. Playtime - Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Playtime is an informal gathering where babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can play and socialize together. Parents must attend. No registration is needed. Book sale Friends of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library sponsors an “almost new” book sale at the Community Center, located in the lower level of the library. The book sale is open Mondays, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 12:30 to 6 p.m. and Fridays, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Book a Librarian The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library is launching a new personalized service called Book a Librarian. Cardholders who need help setting up email or social media accounts, using library databases, finding a book, searching family lineage, downloading eBooks to their laptops or reading device, or conducting general research may schedule a session of up to 45 minutes with a librarian. This one-on-one service will be available Monday through Friday based on staff availability. The purpose of Book a Librarian is to provide one-onone instruction for beginning learners and does not

include help with secretarial work, online purchases, forms that require confidential information, computer problems, or connectivity issues. For more advanced instruction, please consult the database, Universal Class, which provides detailed instruction on over 500 subjects including computer software and applications. Patrons can sign up for this by filling out a form online or by calling the library at (860) 828-7125.

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the San Francisco Giants’ Park is called. Lives in the UK, but roots for the SF Giants. Knew all the players. The next day, the Melky Cabrera story broke. I felt bad for the bloke. WDAE, the local Tampa sports radio station, elevates being a homer to a new high ... errr, low. Uses the pronouns “our” and “us” when referring to the Rays. That aside, the Rays have tremendous pitching and if they hit like they have lately... Jim Bransfield is a selfprofessed “baseball junkie” and a long-time contributor to The Citizen.

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Historical Society Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., is open Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. New exhibits include Berlin’s participation in the Civil War and a display case full of playthings from the 1930s. Permanent displays include an extensive collection of tin, bricks and more. Admission is free.

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Dog obedience classes are scheduled at the former Pistol Creek Golf Course, 300 Spruce Brook Rd. Dog handlers should be at least 16 years old. Classes are limited to a maximum of 12 in each class. Kindergarten Puppy Training – The class is for puppies ages 2-and-a-half months to 6 months old. Work on leash walking and the come, sit and down commands. Puppies will also develop social skills and confidence. Learn how to praise and correct your puppy appropriately. Class will address problems like chewing, housebreaking and create training. A six-foot leash is required. First class is held without dogs. Bring a copy of the puppy’s current vaccinations to the first class. Classes meet on Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., from Sept. 6 to Oct. 18. Basic Dog Obedience Course – The class will cover basic commands for the family dog. Commands include sit, down, stay, heel, come and stand. Learn to praise, correct and discipline your dog appropriately. Dogs must be at least 6 month old. A six-foot leash is required. First class is held without dogs. A copy of the dog’s current vaccinations including Bordetella is required at the first

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BERLIN $309,900 Quality built, reasonably priced home w/ 3bdrs, 2 1/2 baths, 2 car garage in established neighborhood. Optional additional 2 car gar. available. Still time to work with the builder.

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(860) 828-1783 “Serving the public since 1967” www.jdoriorealty.com KENSINGTON Own your castle! Builders own home. Beautiful, large, stone & brick home with impressive rooflines & soaring cathedral ceilings. Open floor plan with 2 story LR & FR. MBR suite, stone FP, office, heated 3-car garage, all on almost 2 acres of wooded privacy. $649,900. BERLIN Mint condition 5 room, 2 BR, 2 BA end unit Condo with many upgrades. New fixtures, granite countertops, FP, vaulted ceiling, skylights, CAIR and French doors. $168,000. BERLIN Immaculate 5 room, 2/3 BR, 1 bath Ranch. Located in the Kensington section of town. Maintenance free siding, enclosed porch, 2 zoned heat, thermopane windows and great, large, flat rear yard. $198,900. BERLIN Immaculate Bi-Level home with in-law potential. Six rooms, three bedrooms and two and a half baths. Featuring level lot, 2 car garage, FP, HW floors, gas heat and brick and vinyl siding. $289,900.

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Meals on Wheels in Berlin is looking for volunteers to deliver food to the homebound elderly one day a week from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers on Fridays are especially needed. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information, contact Judy Nimro at (860) 2297700, ext. 201.

The second annual Closer to Free Ride to benefit Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8, beginning and concluding at the Yale Bowl Complex in New Haven. Three professionally-designed, safe and scenic routes of 25, 62.5 and 100 miles will travel through communities including: Branford, Chester, Clinton,

Deep River, Durham, East Haven, Essex, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, New Haven, North Branford, Old Saybrook, Wallingford and Westbrook. Cancer survivors, patients, families, friends, trained athletes and riders of all skill levels and abilities take part in this fundraising ride. The goal of the ride is to raise $1 million which will help to expand cancer research and clinical programs at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New-Haven. If biking is not your thing, there are plenty of ways to contribute. We’re

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peutic relaxation rubs. A training session is scheduled in the fall, for volunteers that are interested. Pet therapy visits are well received by patients. If you have a therapy dog that is certified and registered with a national pet therapy organization, please consider joining the popular Pet Therapy program. Book cart volunteers visit patients daily, offering free books and magazines as well as friendly conversation. These volunteers are also trained as “Fall Prevention Safety” volunteers who check bed and chair alarms to ensure they are in proper working order and encourage the patient to use the call button to “call before you fall,” The new Cancer Center Boutique located in the Palladino Cancer Center offers a wide selection of cancer support and awareness products such as informational and inspirational books, hair alternatives including a selection of hats, wigs, head wraps and so much more. Volunteers are needed to assist customers during the afternoon shift from 1pm to 4pm. There is also high demand for volunteers in the Emergency Department in both clinical and non-clinical reception areas. Exceeding customer expectations with integrity, caring, excellence, and safety is our priority at MidState Medical Center. If you have a few hours to spare and have excellent customer service skills, contact the volunteer office at (203) 694-8275, e-mail MidStateVolunteers@midstatemedical.or g or visit www.midstatemedical.org and complete an online application.

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BERLIN Brick Cape, 2 BR., 2.1 bth., front to back LR w/FP, remodeled kit. Formal din. rm. 3 season sun rm. 1st flr. in-law apt. with sep. entrance. $179,999. Kathy Bialek 860 205-3351.

KENSINGTON Gorgeous 4 bdrm., 2.1 bth. Contemporary-Col. on 2 acre lot. Beautiful updated kit. w/granite, bbar. Open flr. pln. Frml. DR & LR, FR w/frplc. Luxurious master suite. 3 car gar. Deck to patio w/frplc. $439,900. Derek Jutras 883-7091

KENSINGTON Fantastic family home. Quiet cul-de-sac location abutting Shuttle Meadow CC. 9 rms., 4-5 bdrms., 2.5 bths., extras galore, many updates. $399,000. Dennis Phaneuf 944-0282.

BERLIN 7 Rm. Colonial. 4 bdrm., 2.5 bths. 1st flr. laundry. 2 car garage. Gas heat. C/A ..Hardwood flrs. New roof 09, furnace in 2010.. Convenient to schools. $259,900. Dennis Phaneuf 860 944-0282.

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looking for energetic volunteers to help on ride day. We provide training, food and drink, and a T-shirt. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to fundraise. For more information, visit www.rideclosertofree. org or e-mail rideclosertofree@ynhh.org. Rider and volunteer registration is open.

Free to Breathe

Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly event scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 16, at Glastonbury High School, 330 Hubbard St., Glastonbury. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Events run through 11 a.m. Proceeds from the event support the National Lung cancer’s research, education and awareness progress. For more information, and to register or donate, visit www. FreetoBreathe.org/Glastonbury.

Pedaling for Pathways

The 14th annual Pedaling for Pathways is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. at Walnut Hill Park, New Britain. Pathways/Senderos is dedicated to eliminating teen pregnancy by addressing its root causes, assuring high school graduating and promoting adult self-sufficiency. For more information, call (860) 229-2776 or email gelterich@snet.net.

Hospice help

A terminally ill patient’s sense of isolation is often made worse by the lack of comforting human touch. Muscles may be contracted and stiff. Patients may spend their days immobile in a recliner or bed. Knowledgeable massage therapists and Reiki volunteers offer compassionate touch, relaxation, a sense of well-being and emotional health. For the volunteer, getting to know someone at the end of life is a gift in itself. VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of Connecticut is looking for licensed massage therapists or Reiki practi-

tioners to visit patients in their homes and nursing facilities in southeastern Connecticut. All VITAS volunteers receive orientation in end-oflife care. VITAS massagetherapy volunteers must have a current massage license. VITAS Reiki volunteers must have a level 1 Reiki certificate. For more information or to volunteer, call VITAS Manager of Volunteer Services Pat Wilson at (860) 4944600.

teers who are interested in making a positive impact in the lives of local residents facing life-limiting illness VNA HealthCare Hospice volunteers play an important role in terms of being directly involved in patient care. Volunteers perform tasks such as staying with a patient so the family can take a break, providing companionship to hospice patients and their caregivers, running errands for a patient and/or family members, providing administrative office support among other things. Training classes are available for those interested in becoming a hospice volunteer. The goal of the training is to help define the role of a hospice volunteer, and it covers the history and philosophy of hospice, team building, help with communicating effectively, ways to manage death, dying, and bereavement, and concepts of spirituality. For more information about the VNA HealthCare Hospice Volunteer program, call Donna Gordon at (860) 493-7349 or dgordon@vnahealthcare.org.

Road to Recovery The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to drive cancer patients to their treatment appointments, through its Road to Recovery program. Treatments patients are often too sick to drive. A cancer patient who receives radiation therapy might require between 20 to 30 trips to the clinic within six weeks. Chemotherapy patients might receive weekly treatments for up to a year. Volunteers receive training, orientation and are asked to volunteer for at least one hour, one day, once a month. The Road to Recovery program will match drivers’ availability with the needs of patients. For more information or to volunteer, contact Bonnie Baldwin at (203) 563-1529 or bonnie.baldwin@cancer.org.

RSVP drivers RSVP of Central CT is looking for drivers to provide seniors with safe and reliable transportation to and from medical appointments. Mileage and supplemental insurance is provided. For more information, call (203) 634-6070 or (860) 2247117.

Hospice VNA HealthCare Hospice is recruiting hospice volun-

Endless Summer III fundraiser planned The New Britain-Berlin YMCA has scheduled its fundraising gala event, Endless Summer III, For Saturday, Sept. 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Mooreland Hill School, 166 Lincoln Street. The event features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and dinner and music by Fountainhead as well as games, silent and live auctions and raffles. All proceeds benefit the Annual Support Campaign which aims to provide financial assistance annually for local youth and families in need in both Berlin and New Britain. For more information, cost and tickets, contact Gwen Valencis at (860) 860-229-3787 0

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Tiffany Williams (middle) and Cheryle Williams (right) participate in various cancer awareness programs.

Berlin residents raise lung cancer awareness By Kelly O’Brien Special to The Citizen Berlin residents Cheryle Williams and her daughter, Tiffany Williams, jump at any opportunity to support lung cancer research and awareness, a cause that has been dear to them since Cheryle late husband and Tiffany’s father tragically passed away from the disease in 2010 after a heroic yearlong battle. This year the motherdaughter duo will once again participate in the Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk taking place on Sept. 16 in Glastonbury. “We miss John very much and we do as much as we can to stop lung cancer from taking any more lives. It’s a horrible disease,” said Cheryle. Before his death, John Williams was an active member in the Berlin community and enjoyed watching local sporting events, especially his daughter’s softball games at Berlin High School. In his honor, Cheryle and her daughter will be running the Free to Breathe 5K under the team name “John’s Crew.” Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States and takes the lives of 1,760 men and women from Connecticut each year alone. “I lost an amazing father to a terrible disease, Tiffany said. “ The least I can do after his hard battle is fight for him.”

With so many cancer events taking place each year, Cheryle and Tiffany were thrilled to find one so close to Berlin that specifically supports lung cancer research. The Free to Breathe Glastonbury 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk is a family-friendly event that brings the entire community together to inspire hope and create change for everyone impacted by lung cancer. All proceeds from the event benefit the National Lung Cancer Partnership’s vital research, education and awareness programs. “I’ve learned that lung cancer is the cause of more deaths than most other cancers combined,” said Tiffany. “This really gives me a ‘kick in the stomach’ feeling and I want to do as much as I can to help raise money and awareness so this doesn’t have to happen to anybody else.” The National Lung Cancer Partnership is dedicated to raising public awareness of lung cancer and generating funding for research. People can join Cheryle and Tiffany in the movement to inspire hope, build awareness and create change. Check-in at Free to Breathe begins at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 16 at Glastonbury High School, 330 Hubbard Street. For more information, to register or donate, visit www.FreetoBreathe.org/glastonbury.

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(203) 639-1634

CT Reg. #516790

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BOATS & MOTORS

MALTESE Lhasa Poo puppies for sale. Two, one male & one female. 8 weeks without shots. $500 each. Call (860) 759-0886

BAYLINER Capri, 21ft, needs work. W/ trailer, Inboard/Outboard Volvo Penta engine. Project Boat. Come check it out at 1146 West Main St. $400/OBO. 203-715-0553

SIBERIAN Husky and German Sheppard mix puppy. $400 (203) 860-7000

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS

AKC GSD German Shepherd Puppies, OFA, Blk & Tan $1200 neg, Ready Aug 22. http://www.pawsnplay.us 203-651-9145

Will Deliver

203-284-8986 AMANA White French Door Refrigerator. In Excellent Condition. 5 years old. Asking $750. (203) 697-9242

Cindy’s Unique Shop CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St., Wallingford (203) 269-9341 Two levels, 1800 SF of Consigned Home decor & Furnishings 30 Day Layaways Available $5 Off a purchase of $25 or more $10 off a purchase of $100 or more Check us out on Facebook Ample Free Parking in Our Lot Free Gift w/$15 or more purchase Mon-Fri 9:30-5, Sat 10-5 CONTENTS OF HOME 2 grey cedar deck chairs/ flr stool & cushions. Picnic table/2 benches. Upholstered club chair/hassock. Rock maple bedroom setdresser/mirror, highboy and twin bed. (203) 235-2642 All exc cond

FREEZER Frigidaire Stand Up Good Condition - As Is 1st $100 Takes it 203 235-2346 QUEEN Tempur Pedic Bed Set $250; Ethan Allen 36” Cabinet $75; Ethan Allen Buffet Cabinet $100; Dining Table with SelfContained Leaf & 4 Chairs $200; TV Armoire $100; Dresser & Mirror $150; Nightstand $35; Ethan Allen End Table $50. Call (203) 284-0728 ROCK Maple Dinette Set - Drop Leaf Table w/2 Chairs $150. Round Formica Table and 2 Chairs - $40. Rock Maple Tall Dresser - $100. 2 Antique Whte Dressers $50 Each. Call (203) 238-2822 to see.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

PRICKER REMOVAL RICK’S AFFORDABLE Clean-Ups, Hedge Trim, Brush, Tree, Soil/Seed/Lawn Installation. No Job Too Big or Too Small. 14 Yrs Exp. 203-530-4447

Appliance Repairs

ESTATE ITEMS Living Room Furniture, 62” TV, Computer Desk, Entertainment Center w/Stereo & TV. Call Bill 203-537-3124 or Betty 203-537-1421

PURE German Shepherd Puppies For Sale! 2 males left. Already received physical/shots, healthy. Both are black & brown. Mom & dad both here & AKC registered. 203-537-6239 or 203-537-5740. Located in Wallingford, Ct.

IN BUSINESS 31 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com

NEW England Tree Service LLC, fully licensed & insured. Top quality work, 24 hr storm service. Refs avail. Free est. CT Reg 570899. Call (203) 699-TREE

IMPOUNDED: Shepard mix, black and red. Vacinity Ridgewood Lane, American Bulldog mix, white. Vacinity Christian Lane, and Long Haired Calico Cat. Vacinity Windsor Rd. Berlin Animal Control (860) 828-7055

16’ EVERGREEN COTTAGER CANOE Maroon fiberglass w/2 Paddles, one is a Bent Shaft. $900. (860) 738-3821

ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND MORE Free Estimates/Fully Insured Reg #604200/Member BBB 860-645-8899

SUZUKI VL800/C/T Boulevard C50 2008 Cruiser. 805 cm (49.1 cu. in) Four-stroke, liquidcooled, OHC, 2 cylinder Blue & Silver 4700 Excellent. $4700. 203-215-9346

HAZELWOOD EXCAVATING

All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

Chloe’s Home Solutions, LLC No gimmicks. Just absolute low prices. High quality workmanship. Roofing, siding, decks & more. LIC #631419 & Ins. Credit cards accepted. 203-631-2991

J. HALL CONSTRUCTION Roofing, Siding, Decks, Windows, Remodeling, Additions. No Job Too Small Fully Licensed And Insured Contact Jeremy 203-537-2534 Reg#0575625

TOP SOIL SAND & FILL

203-269-0135

SIDING

203-237-0350

V & W Tile Co. Projects or repairs involving tile, marble or granite. Ct. reg. #0619856. Call (860) 628-0040

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

BEAUTIFUL Solid Oak Bedroom Chest $275 or Best Offer You move. 860-301-5464 angelak705@sbcglobal.net GERMAN Shepherd puppies, working lines. Ready now, 2 males, 1 all black $1500, 1 dark sable $1200, AKC. Guaranteed, serious inquiries. Please call (860) 655-0889

TILE, MARBLE, GRANITE

Dry farm screened topsoil.

203-237-2122 Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions

BULLDOGS, Yorkie, Yorkie-Poo, Chihuahua, Boxers, Labs, Pomchus, mixed breeds, rescues available. $250+ 860-930-4001

CASH for your Toyota, Honda or Nissan. Any Condition! Running or not! Will consider other makes & models, motorcycles, ATV’s, etc. 203-600-4431

(203) 639-1634

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC SMALL JOBS WELCOME

POWER WASHING

CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #0632415

AUTOMOBILES WANTED

Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 ROOFING, Siding, Decks, Gutters Lifetime Warranties Available Accepting all credit cards. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

D & G PAVING

DO NOT Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

J. HALL CONSTRUCTION Roofing, Siding, Decks, Windows, Remodeling, Additions. No Job Too Small Fully Licensed And Insured Contact Jeremy 203-537-2534 Reg#0575625

4 Wheel Drive One Owner You will not be disappointed! $4200 (203) 634-9384

MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.

joe@ gonzalezconstructionllc.com Fully license/insured. Reg #HIC577319

QUALITY DRIVEWAYS CT# 575852 2 0 3 - 2 3 8 - 1 7 0 8

MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr Service. Benny Medina 203-909-1099

SIDING

203-639-0032

MIDSTATE PAVING

PLUMBING

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PAVING

Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058

ROOFING

Back to School Specials Rosehaven Stables, LLC Meriden www.rosehavenstables.com 203-238-1600

CONTRACTORS 10” TABLE SAW Delta On rolling stand. Excellent $350 or best offer. SEARS CRAFTSMAN 10” Radial Arm Saw. Older model, but excellent working condition. On Stand. $250 or Best Offer. Call 203-235-2346

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ANTIQUE Records 78 RPM. Over 100 from 1902-1940’s. Some recorded on one side. Most in albums. $300 obo. Call (860) 349-9487. BEAUTY Health massage chair with heat, leg and arm massage. Tan and black. MP3 player with headphones. Retail $3500, asking $550. Call 203269-8171 or 203-376-3772

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ARRAY OF ART PRINTS Very Colorful - $17. 203-599-5176

SEARS Craftsman 10” table saw with carbide blades. $300. Call (203) 630-3398

DINING Room set, oak with 6 chairs & hutch to match. $600 or best offer. Will sell separate. Also mechanic and carpenter tools for sale. (203) 238-7229

SOUTHINGTON Lacrosse Mens Jacket, XL Fleece Lined $30. Call 860-628-0168

GLASS TOP PC Desk, 48”x23”, Raised Monitor Platform, 23”x12”, $99; Leather Office Xhair w/ Recline & Swivel, $99. Both EXCELLENT Condition Call 203-237-3396 HOVER Rug cleaner, used once. $65, Long playing records from the 40’s and 60’s, Large selection. Call (860)276-8822 NIKON D3000 Digital SLR Camera Body & Lens 18-55mm. Excellent condition. Sells for more. For Sale $300. (203) 678-0477

TWIN Solid Maple Headboard and Footboard $40 203-631-9953

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT PELLET Stove Insert Harmon Accentra Electronic Ignition Temperature Controlled Thermostat. Excellent Cond $1900 or best offer. Call 203-235-2346

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

SEARS Craftsman 19.5 Hp 42” 6 Speed Lawn Tractor. Good Condition $450. SEARS 9 HP 3 Cutting Stage Mulching Chipper & Shredder. Tires need remounting. $200. Or best offer 203 235-2346

WANTED TO BUY

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203-237-3025 Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps.

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

WANTED TO BUY ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350

ALWAYS Buying Handtools, Old, used, and antique handtools. Carpentry, Machinist, Engraving and Workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that are no longer being used, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers. Please call Cory 860-322-4367

CASH For Swords, Helmets, Etc.

CHESHIRE: Lg downstairs 1 BR in quiet country setting, near Rt 10, minutes from I-691. Outside patio, on-site laundry, off street parking. $850, incl. heat & hot water. Sec. & references. No pets. Call 860-398-5425. MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl, $845/mo+sec. 1BR, 2nd Fl $801 /mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Laundry. No pets. $900 + utilities Call 203-245-9493 MERIDEN 1 & 2 & 3 BRs - CLEAN Starting at $575. Sec & refs a must. Off st parking. No dogs. Sec 8 approved. 1st Month FREE! 203-935-6612 or 203-537-6137

203-238-3308

2ND GENERATION Buys costume & Napier jewelry, old Meriden items & metal toys, colored glass & china, pottery, old baby items. 203-639-1002 RECUMBENT BICYCLE 2004 Burley Koosah, 24 sp, Long Wheelbase. Ex. cond. Fun. Easier on neck/back. W/custom bike rack. $600. 203-238-3660

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575

Always Buying All Contents of Estates. Antique, old toys & collectibles. furniture, costume jewelry, etc. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-379-8731 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm

If you can’t find it in Marketplace, it’s not for sale.

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431 WANTED Top dollar paid for Vintage tools, hunting and fishing items, toys, pottery, and any other collectibles. Dave any time 860-463-4359

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS Beginning to Advanced Levels Welcome. Certified Music Teacher. Over 10 yrs prof exp. Call Mark 203-235-1546 Fall Openings Available

Voice Lessons Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

HOUSES FOR RENT SOUTHINGTON. 3 BR, 1 bath, newly renovated, w/d, bsmt, gar, yard, driveway. $1400. Call (917) 952-8578.

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SOUTHINGTON. Studio/1 BR, 1 bath, new appliances, partly finished bsmt, yard, driveway. $600. Call (917) 952-8578.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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SOUTHINGTON 2BR 136 Center St. Downtown. 2nd flr. $975 per mo includes Heat, hot water & garbage. No pets. 860-919-1908 Ask for Mike.

SOUTHINGTON-2 BR, 1 bath, 1st flr, w/d hookup, great yard, off st parking. $900/mo. plus utils. No pets. (860) 919-4231 SUMMER SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868

WALLINGFORD 2 or 3BR 1st Floor. Off-street parking W/D Hookups. Nice & Clean. No Pets. No Smoking. Please Call 203-269-5733

1 & 2 BR Available Starting at $650 Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 2 BR Condo Apt East Side. Hdwd flrs. New paint. $750 per month. No Pets. Available Now. (203) 500-9080 or (203) 235-5364 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1.5 Bath Townhouse. Quiet. Completely Remodeled. West side. Hookups. Well maintained. No pets. $975 + utils. Credit ck. 203-269-9755 MERIDEN 3 Rooms, 1st Floor. Clean. Appliances. WD Hookups. Parking. $675. (860) 682-4435 MERIDEN Crown Village 2 br. Just renovated. H&H incl. Pool access. $995. per mnth + sec. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-886-8808. MERIDEN Fully Furnished Private & Clean. 1 BR, LR, Kit & pvt bath. $675/mo. Lease & sec deposit req. No pets. Also, 3 rms unfurnished. 203-235-2372 MERIDEN Large three bedroom third floor apartment, off street parking, large backyard, w/d hookup. $900 per month plus security. (203) 294-1229 MERIDEN Lovely 3 BR Apt. Hdwd flrs throughout. Recently renovated. Plenty of off st parking. Sec 8 & RAP Approved. $900 203 939-8957 MERIDEN- West side, 1 BR, 2nd FL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec. Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $860/ mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com

Affordable Housing for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older. Amenities Include: Computer Learning Center, TV/ Games Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Off Street Parking, Free Bus Service to local shopping ctrs. On site: Resident Serv. Coord. Small Pets Accepted Please call 860-621-3954 for information. TTY: 711

SOUTHINGTON - Lge 5 rms, 1 Br., 1st flr, C/A, appls, w/d hookup, util not included, near the Hospital, double sec. required. Call 860-621-2693 SOUTHINGTON 1 BR, 4 Room, 2nd fl apt. Near The Hospital of Central CT. Central air, w/ appliances. Utils not incl. Refs & Sec req. Call (860) 621-2693

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MERIDEN 128 Gale Avenue. 2 Family, Highly desirable location, property sold as is. 1520 sq ft, under .5 acre. Each floor has kitchen, bedroom, living room, bathroom. $140,000. 203-710-6661

WALLINGFORD- $159,900 3br ranch, eastside, eat in kit, updtd furn & hw heater. Call Kathy Thuerling 203-265-5618

WALLINGFORD 40 So Cherry Street. Elec heat. 2 bdrm., 1 1/2 baths. No pets $975 plus $1500 security Oct 1st. (203) 265-1873 WALLINGFORD Centrally located. Quiet area. 1st flr. 4 Rooms, 2 BR, Stove & refrigerator. Hdwd. 1st Fl. Off st parking, Hook-ups. No smoking. No pets. $895+ Sec. 860-575-4915 WALLINGFORD DUPLEX 4 Rooms, 2 BR, WD Hookup Off Street Parking. No Pets. $850/month, credit check. Call 203-284-1853 WLFD. 2 BR, 2nd flr, all new, w/d in unit, off st parking, porch, no pets, no smoking. Owner/agent. $1000/mo. Washington St. (203) 265-1551

ROOMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN. $159,900 Must see this cozy well mntn cape, HDWD FLS thru-out, cer tiel kit bths, EIK, enc. Porch, den or 3rd bdrm, tons of closets & stor. Fin LL. 2nd kit & den w/ add't stor. Flwr bds, conv to hw, scls & shops. Call Annmarie McPherson 203-265-5618

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN-$110. per week. Clean, safe, 1st floor. Furnished room, utils incl. Share kit & bath. 203-238-3369. Leave message.

VACATION & SEASONAL RENTALS LAKE FRONT Sunny 2 Br Cottage, Middlefield. Fireplace, Wood Floor, New Bath, New Kitch. Rent by owner $1400 Credit check. Call (516) 376-5288

HOUSES FOR SALE

HELP WANTED BARBERS Wanted Precision Cuts of 71 North Turnpike Rd, Wlfd is looking for licensed barbers. Contact Ken 203-631-6875 CHAMPMAN MFG. Experienced Davenport/ Screw Machine Operator F/PT tracy@chapmanmfg.com or 860-759-2026 COUNTER HELP Weekdays. Fast paced. Apply in person at Neil’s Donuts, 83 No. Turnpike Rd, Wlfd, Ct.

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MERIDEN-Apt for Rent. 3BR, 2nd flr. No pets. $1,000/mo+sec. Call 203-687-7659 MERIDEN. Studio apt, $465/mo. Utilities not included. Downtown on bus line. Also 2 BR $625/mo. (203) 982-3042

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALFD 2 Bed, 2nd FL, Glass Porch, Appliances, WD hookup. Storage. Off st parking. No Pets. Very clean. Dead end st. Owner /Agent. $850. 203-269-7348

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APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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OVER 100 VHS Movies $100 Or best offer. Wallingford (203) 626-9169

PIANO Upright. Includes bench with music storage. Well maintained. Finish good to excellent. $275 Call (203) 235 5164.

BRAND NEW CUSTOM DIA MO N D E NG AG E ME N T R IN G 14k white gold with Princess cut 1.5+ carat total weight. Intricate design, must be seen! $3,500 Pergjoni Family Jewelers, 826 South Main Street Plantsville, CT Call 860 235-3891 or 860 446-1824

1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

ORGANIC CanningTomatoes & Peppers $10 per basket Corn $5 per dozen MT View Farm 211 Thorpe Ave, Meriden (203) 237-7998

PELLA Entry Door, Wood Grain Fiberglass, RT Hand inswing. 3 panel w/ oval glass. 36 in x 80 in x 1 1/2 door. Asking $500 or best offer. (860) 205-7337.

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MERIDEN 139,900 Large 3 family near park- 2 units have 3 bedrooms, nice backyard some notice to show needed but worth the wait. Call Fred Gettner or Silvio Sala for details 203-265-5618

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Thursday, August 30, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen HELP WANTED

Digital Sales Consultant Are you innovative, energetic and ready to become the champion of digital solutions for a thriving familyowned local media company? If so, we encourage those with a college education and sales experience to apply to become a member of our multimedia sales team. You will provide: *Creativity as well as innovative ideas for growth in the ever changing media landscape *Demonstrated sales experience with a history of attaining goals *Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while being mindful of making revenue goals for each *Ability to converse with advertisers about digital based advertising campaigns *College education

If the opportunity to be a leader in our successful, community-minded organization excites you, forward a cover letter and your resume to: Myrecordjournal.com Attn: Liz White Digital Sales Consultant Position 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450 or email: lwhite@ record-journal.com DRIVER Experienced Reefer Drivers & Independent Contractors needed for Regional Positions. Top of the line equipment and plenty of freight. Call Today! 877-491-1112 or www.primeinc.com HAVE OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER? Willing to do brain scans or a medication study? (HIC2100,614) Pays up to $400. Call Yale OCD Research Clinic: 203-974-7523 HVAC Technician. Around the Clock Heating & Cooling, Inc. in North Haven, is seeking a residential HVAC technician. Must have “B, S or D” license with 4 years minimum experience with a strong oil background and live in our service area. AC and Sheet metal experience a plus. Competitive salary, commissions, company vehicle, 401K, medical, vacation & holiday pay available. Call Lauren at 203-2392226 for confidential interview. LANDSCAPER Landscaper Hamden area, year round. Must be able to use landscaping equipment, large mowers and snow plow on luxury apartment buildings, A valid driver’s license needed, Competitive pay and benefit package included. Fax resume to 203-407-0390 or E-Mail Joanna@tagcos.com

Join the Record-Journal Creative Team. We are looking for an experienced person to work part time two days a week to help with the pagination of our weekly newspapers. Must know QuarkXpress or Adobe InDesign. 12 hours a week minimum, Monday and Tuesday PM. Mail resume to: Erik Allison Record-Journal 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450

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HELP WANTED

LYMAN FARMS INC., MIDDLEFIELD, CT needs 6 temporary workers 9/1/2012 to 10/15/2012, work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. $10.56 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559096. May perform any combination of tasks related to the planting, cultivating, and processing of fruit and vegetable crops including, but not limited to, driving, operating, adjusts and maintains farm machines, preparing soil, planting, pruning, weeding, thinning, spraying, irrigating, mowing, harvesting, grading, packing. May use hand tools such as shovel, pruning saw, and hoe. 1 month experience in duties listed required. ROGERS ORCHARD, SOUTHINGTON, CT needs 4 temporary workers 8/30/2012 to 10/25/2012. Work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. $10.56 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860-263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559095. May perform any combination of tasks related to the production and harvesting of fruit including pruning, thinning, hoeing, planting, irrigating, mowing, fertilizing and harvesting. Workers will be using straight and step ladders and will be required to lift approx 40 lbs while descending and ascending ladder on a sustained basis. At least 2 months experience in duties listed required. MRJ31.indd 1

HELP WANTED PT Billing/Customer Service for a fast paced service dept M-F. Must enjoy numbers, people, multi tasking. Computer and admin skills req. Send resume w/salary to Helen 80 Britannia St, Meriden, CT 06450 SEEKING To attract a compassionate individual with patient care experience. Front Desk Responsibilities encompass a love for children and efficient multi-tasking within organized chaos. Living a chiropractic lifestyle starts and ends with you. Part time with full time potential. Email resume to mcnicholasfamilychiro@ yahoo.com Shift Supervisor Sales Associates Material Handlers Our Middletown Goodwill Store is looking for an Shift Supervisor, Sales Associates and Material Handlers. All positions must be able to work night/weekend /holiday hours as needed. Competitive pay rates and comp benefits package (F/T Only). Apply To : 955 Washington St, Middletown Fax: (203)495-6108 hr@esginh.org EOE/AA - M/F/D/V

SPORTS MULTI-MEDIA PRODUCER PART TIME The Record-Journal is looking for someone to help with local high school football coverage for the newspaper and web site on Friday and Saturday nights. Duties include uploading stories, photos and video to web site. Also helping with newspaper production. Knowledge of high school sports and uploading of web sites helpful. Send resumes to: sports@record-journal.com or Sports Editor Record-Journal 11 Crown St. Meriden, CT 06450 TECHNICAL SERVICE MANAGER for Cut and Sew Manufacturing. Strong organizational, communication, mathematical, and computer skills a must. CAD, mechanical drawing experience a plus. Associate degree in Technical/Business helpful. Please inquire within. National Filter Media 9 Fairfield Blvd., Wallingford

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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR DELIVERY CARRIERS WANTED Come join our fast growing team of contracted adult carriers who earn up to $13,000.00 annually delivering newspapers for up to 2 hours in the early morning. It is a great way to subsidize your annual income without interfering with your regular job or quality time at home. If you are interested in being contracted on a

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FULL TIME DRIVER Wallingford location. Must have clean driving record. Apply in person: Town Fair Tire, 994 Norht Colony Rd.

HELP WANTED

PAINTING Sub Contractors & Carpenters wanted. Residential/ Comm work. Please call 1-800-462-3782 Ext 1279

HELP WANTED

PT/TIME Office/Receptionist Wlfd Car Dealership (203) 284-8989 Fax 203-269-1114

UTILITY CUSTOMER RELATIONS Seeking a highly qualified manager to coordinate and administer the customer service, meter reading, energy conservation and load management programs of the Town of Wallingford’s Electric Division. Bachelor’s degree in business /public administration or public relations plus 3 years of increasingly responsible administrative customer service or public relations work, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. 1 year of the experience must be in a supervisory capacity. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Salary $65,331 to $83,588 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Personnel Department Town of Wallingford 45 South Main St. Wallingford, CT 06492 The closing date will be that date the 50th application is received or September 5, 2012 whichever occurs first. EOE VET Tech With Experience. Full time for small animal veterinary clinic in Cheshire. Please fax resume to 203-439-0961

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