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Drama Club performs ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ Members of the Berlin High School Drama Club presented “You Can’t Take It With You” Jan. 6 and 8. A tale of two families, the plot centers around the close-knit, high-on-life Sycamores – including its patriarch, grandfather Martin Vanderhof, who has a bit if an income tax situation – and the more uptight, focused-on-wealth Kirbys. The story revolves around their experiences when daughter Alice Sycamore falls in love with son Tony Kirby and the two families meet to get acquainted. Members of the cast included Emma Wilcox, Micaela Sweeney, Emily Kozon, Sarah Crabtree, Meghan Fox, Kyle Parisi, Morgan O’ConSee Play, A5
The cast and crew of the Berlin High School Drama Club’s recent show “You Can’t Take It With You.”
Town officials discuss plans for Increased rates proposed for Timberlin Golf Club train station destroyed by fire Mayor Mark Kaczynski said last week that the town isn’t opposed to future redevel-
“We’re not committing to anything, we’re just going to advocate,” he said. “We
hope they can do something with that area.” Since the Dec. 21 fire, some community members have been pushing to reuse the See Station, A2
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Rate increases for Timberlin Golf Club were proposed recently by the Parks and Recreation Commission.
The cost of a season pass for residents is proposed to increase by 4.28 percent, from $935 to $975. Non-residents are expected to see a 3.13 percent increase, from $1,600 to $1,650. See Timberlin, A3
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moment, so I’m not even sure what the process would be.” Amtrak owns the building, and was leasing to the state Department of Transportation.
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Town Councilor Brenden Luddy said insurance issues have to be resolved before any future plans can be formulated. “There was construction in process and claims that are associated with that; I really think it’s premature,” he said.
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“This was a big loss for Berlin,” town Councilor Rachel Rochette said. “We don’t own that train station at the
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Rates are proposed to increase by 2.5 percent for 18 hole play for senior residents
“In 2016 we had a banner year for play and revenue,” said Marc Bayram, Timberlin golf pro. “We are trying to continue some of the things that helped make it a successful year.” Bayram said most years rates increase 2 to 4 percent. “We try to increase rates incrementally year to year,
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The cost for town residents to play 18 holes on the weekend is expected to increase 3.17 percent, from $31.50 last year. A 3.85 percent increase is also proposed for nine holes, from $19.50 in 2016. Weekday rates for 18 and 9 hole play is planned to increase by more than 2 percent for residents. Non-residents will also see 2 to 3 percent increases in weekend and weekday play.
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Calendar Thursday, Jan. 26 Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at 860-828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout
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Storytime - A free storytime and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle,
Girls basketball - BHS vs. Newington at BHS, 6:45 p.m.
Boys basketball - BHS vs. Newington at Newington, 6:45 p.m.
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Miss Abigail’s Guide to Dating, Mating & Marriage” for Friday, Jan. 27, 8 p.m. For info and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com. Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
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860-828-1311. Boys swimming - BHS vs. Avon at Maloney, 3:45 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 28 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Miss Abigail’s Guide to Dating, Mating & Marriage” for Saturday, Jan. 28, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com. Ice hockey - BHS vs. BBDE at Danbury Ice Arena, 11:20 a.m. Wrestling - BHS vs. Middletown, St. Anthony’s, Cumberland, Trumbull at See Calendar, A5
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Monday, Jan. 30 Karaoke - Karaoke with Justin is scheduled for Mondays, 5 to 10 p.m., at Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-9797.
Tuesday, Jan. 31 Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more information, call 860-8289102 after 5 p.m. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For additional
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879.
Guild of St. Paul Church is scheduled to meet Wednesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m., in the church hall. Bingo follows the meeting. Members should bring tuna for the Town Food Pantry. All ladies of the parish are welcome.
Craft class - Scraptivity, 1020 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a crocheted flowers class for Wednesday, Feb. 1, 6 p.m. Materials included, a fee is charged. For ages 10 and up. Registration is required. For more information, call 860-828-1311.
Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club meets Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For information, call Amy at 860-829-4900 or visit www.kensingtonrotary.org. Boys basketball - BHS vs. Maloney at BHS, 6:45 p.m. Girls basketball - BHS vs. Maloney at BHS, 6:45 p.m. Boys swimming - BHS vs. Middletown at Middletown, 4 p.m.
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Kindergarten registration set for Feb. 1-March 24 Children age five on or before Jan. 1, 2018 are eligible for kindergarten for the upcoming school year. Registration for kindergarten students is scheduled for Feb. 1 through March 24. For more information,
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The school compiled last year’s reading events into a four-minute video for the Follett Challenge. The grand prize is $60,000 with semi-finalist prizes of $30,000 for one elementary school, middle school and high school in the country. The people’s choice prize of $8,000 will go to the 10 videos that get the most views. Griswold Elementary School has won the people’s choice award twice. “Teachers and library staff collaborate to develop new ways to engage students to read,” saidOF McGee Principal TOWN BERLIN Salvatore Urso of the effort.
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A fall event transformed the McGee media center into a restaurant for “tasting” books is highlighted in the video. McGee librarian Rachel Rice said students were able to try a new genre or subject and write a review. The school’s March Madness reading event is also featured. It places books in a “bracket” similar to the NCAA basketball tournament. Over 100 students participated in a read-a-thon, also part of March Madness. In all, more than 22,000 minutes were logged and over $6,000 was raised for charity.
Above left, Lisa Turgeon, library paraprofessional, and English Language Arts teacher Gabrielle Garncarz treat eighth graders to a snack during the book “tasting” event at McGee Middle School. The reading programs are being highlighted in a video for the national Follett Challenge. Above right, the March Madness Read-a-thon and reading bracket encourages kids to read at McGee Middle School.
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Rebecca Lunt, Carl Mann, Makenzie Ozycz, Colleen Bryant University, Rhode Padykula, Hiral Patel, RutIsland - Brian Chant of viben Patel, Sanjivkumar Berlin. Patel, John Pedemonti, Sarah Pskowski, Gina Root, Kevin Cedarville University, Ohio - Evan Cornwall of East Rose, Christopher Samiotis, Nicole Sapko, Marisa Savic, Berlin. Micaela Scelza, James ShemCentral Connecticut State eth, Courtney Silvia, Kaylene University - Gabriella BierSylvain, Nicole Sylvain, Taywirth, Ryan Callinan, Isabella lor Tomanio, David Tran, Cialfi, Kelly Cohen, Kelsey Abigail Underwood, Anthony Dornfried, Christopher DuVernacatola, Anthony Walendanowicz, Maria Giliberto, tukonis, Edyta Zachara of Ethan Greider, Joshua HuBerlin; Ben Durao, Nick Gurdak, Daniell Keane, Matthew rieri, James Kassane, SamanKliszewski, Gina Lapila, Mitha Whitehill of East Berlin; chael Lauria-Errico, AusWilliam Bergeron, Alexander tin Lawrence, Shelly Love, Bugella, Katherine Dawiczyk,
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Eastern Connecticut State University - Olivia Bednarek, Nicole Carey, Krista Fasciano, Cole Johnson, Kaileen Langlois, Kelli Salimeno, Caroline Scarrozzo, Kayla Tenore, Michael Zisk of Berlin; Alicia Maule of East Berlin.
Springfield College, Massachusetts - Kristen Madeia, Allison Souza, Alexandria Perrone, Brittany Sullivan, Alyssa Germano, Colin King, Megan Shemeth, Krystal Hawkins of Berlin; Elizabeth Jolley of East Berlin.
Fairfield University - Patrick William Carroll, Nicole Frances Flaherty, Kristen Marie Gaetgens of Berlin; Leah Frances Pawelczyk of
Sacred Heart University Erica Veley of Kensington.
Saint Anselm College, New Hampshire - Annmarie Asal of East Berlin. Tunxis Community College - Tyler Alston, Karen Baldus, Nicole Chambrello, Courtney
Cloutier, Gabriella DiMaio, David Follacchio, Garrett Guite, Benjamin Leiss, Bhumika Patel, Devangkumar Patel, Silvia Perretta, Valerie Perzanowski, Joanna Robinson, Anna Szapiaczan, Aneta Szydlik, Jamie Wilkinson of Berlin; Howard Asal IV, Elena Bolotova of East Berlin; Jessica Meade of Kensington. University of Connecticut - Suleyman Bozal, Paul Choma, Daniel Fasciano, Michelle Grieco, Jacob Harris, Sarah Hoag, Matthew Kall, Katherine Kolc, Megan LeavSee Schools, A13
Religious Briefs Ladies Guild The Ladies Guild of St. Paul Church is scheduled to meet Wednesday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m., in the church hall. Bingo follows the meeting. Members should bring tuna for the Town Food Pantry. All ladies of the parish are welcome.
Berlin Congregational Church Worship - Berlin Congregational Church schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of every month. Nursery care is available. Call
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Obituaries
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Clarissa Dacey her loving husband of 62 years, she is survived by two sons, Thomas Dacey, of Old Lyme, and Daniel Dacey and his wife, Lynn, of Medina, Ohio; and a granddaughter, Jaclyn Dacey, of Medina, Ohio. Clarissa was predeceased by her brother, Thomas O’Connell, who was killed in action during the Korean War. The family would like to thank the Berlin Visiting Nurses and Milika, her caregiver, for their care and compassion. A funeral service for Clarissa were held on Saturday, Jan. 21, at the East Berlin Methodist Church, 139 Main St., East Berlin with the Rev. Sun Yong Lee. Burial was followed in Wilcox Cemetery, East Berlin. Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, 96 Main St., Kensington, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made in her name to the East Berlin Methodist Church, 139 Main St., East Berlin, CT 06023 or the East Berlin Library Association. To share memories of Clarissa with the family, please visit www.berlinmemorialfuneralhome.com.
Milo, at right, and Sassy are approximately 12 weeks old. Milo is outgoing and friendly; his sister Sassy is shy. Both will be at the FOBAC meet & greet on Saturday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to noon, at A.S. Labieniec. Visit www.fobac. org for an online application. Only families that submit applications and are vet approved, can adopt the same day. For more information, call 860-828-5287.
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enworth, Kyle Mahoney, Nefeli Makris, Chelsea Mariano, Victoria Marino, Casey Merola, Emma Morelli, Tiffany Nguyen, Michael Nowik, Alexander Ott, Stefanie Parillo, John Parillo, Keshav Patel, Amanda Patterson, Alexander Pietruszewski, Thomas Pietruszewski, Dominik Rokita, Anthony Sisti, Ka-
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EAST BERLIN — Clarissa (O’Connell) Dacey, wife of Robert J. Dacey, passed away on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. Born in East Berlin, on Nov. 9, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Frances (Dutton) O’Connell. Clarissa was a lifelong resident of East Berlin, and one of the longest serving parishioners of the United Methodist Church of East Berlin. She graduated from Berlin High School, class of 1948, and served as the librarian for the East Berlin Library for 25 years. Clarissa was the Democratic Deputy Register of voters for many years, volunteer at the New Britain General Hospital gift shop for 18 plus years, and was active in the Little League as treasurer, the Cub Scouts as Den Mother, and had a difficult time saying NO to charitable fundraisers. Clarissa was most of all a loving wife, wonderful mother and a good friend. In addition to Robert,
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A chilling trajectory Our society is in the grip of a serious opioid problem, and the early days of 2017 have provided several examples of this locally.
in her obituary, and Amy Andreana — Lisa’s mother — shared her daughter’s story at the recent community forum.
On Jan. 3, quick-thinking Meriden Police Officer Matthew Hartline used the opioid overdose reversing drug naloxone to save a man who had OD’d in the street.
Other speakers that evening included town leaders, health professionals, and a recovering addict. More than 100 citizens were in attendance, a clear sign that, when it comes to the current opioid epidemic, people are concerned and looking for answers.
Meriden police had been carrying naloxone for only about a month at the time, and Hartline is the first city officer to revive an overdose victim using the life-saving drug. He likely won’t be the last. A week after Hartline’s heroics, on Jan. 11, a community forum was held in Berlin to discuss opioid abuse. This sleepy town dotted with farmland is not insulated from the scourge of opioid addiction. Several young people in Berlin were lost to drugs in 2016, including Lisa Andreana, a 2012 graduate of Berlin High School. Andreana’s family bravely laid out the young woman’s battle with heroin addiction
Yet another reminder that opioid abuse is on the march came on Jan. 15. That day, a Cheshire resident was found unresponsive, with drug paraphernalia nearby, in a Hartford McDonald’s bathroom. The 25-year-old man was later pronounced dead. Another young person gone too soon. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration points out that “as people use opioids repeatedly, their tolerance increases and they may not be able to maintain the source for the drugs. This can cause
them to turn to the black market for these drugs and even switch from prescription drugs to cheaper and more risky substitutes like heroin.” The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that, since 1999, deaths from prescription opioids — drugs like oxycodone, hydrocodone and methadone — have quadrupled. Meanwhile, the department says the use of heroin — another opioid — is on the rise, as are heroin-related overdose deaths, which more than tripled between 2010 and 2014. What can be done to stop this chilling trajectory? While there is no simple answer, cops carrying naloxone will help, as will openly and honestly discussing opioid addiction, as the town of Berlin did. Pretending the problem doesn’t exist, or will go away on its own, certainly isn’t the answer. This editorial was originally published in the Meriden Record-Journal.
Letter to the Editor Not buying it To the editor: The Republican members of the Berlin Town Council continue to insult my intelligence by their bogus statements on why our town manager has been terminated. Do you really believe the voters are buying all of this?
If you are town employee and have any concerns about working together for the common cause (which, I believe, is the town of Berlin), I caution you not to voice that concern, as it will likely cost you your job.
herself with an ethical work record and desire to wok together for the common cause (the town of Berlin), you may very well be replaced in November. After all, “change” may be necessary to take us “to a higher level.”
If you are a councilor who feels it necessary to replace an employee who has proven
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Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Historic District Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 Inland/Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Veteran’s Commission, American legion Post 68, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Board room, 6:30 p.m. Housing Authority, Marjorie Moore Village, 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 Parks & Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, 238 Kensington Road, 7 p.m. Youth Services Advisory Board, Town Hall, 4 p.m.
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ule an appointment, call the library at 860-828-7125. Children’s events Thursday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m. Bookworms (ages 3 to 5). No registration.
Thursday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. - Nutmeg Book ReAARP Tax Aide - AARP view (for grades 3 and up). Foundation Tax-Aide is free “Masterminds” by Gordon to taxpayers with low and Korman. Registration is moderate income, with required. special attention to those Friday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m. 60 and older. Tax assis- Mother Goose on the tance appointments will be scheduled for Tuesdays, Loose (birth to preschool). through April 11. For more No registration. information and to sched-
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Senior News Holistic approach to healthy aging A free program, “Healthy Aging: A Holistic Approach to Life” is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center, 33 Colonial Drive. Naturopathic physician Ken Kirk, ND, PT, of Southington Care Center, plans to discuss why some people age better than others. For more information and to
register, call 860-828-7006.
RSVP Volunteer Driver program The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors 55+ who experience challenges getting to non-emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby. The program serves seniors
Senior Bowling and veterans from the towns of Berlin, Southington and New Britain. For more information, or if a senior or veteran is in need of a ride, contact Delores Wisdom, program coordinator, at 860-760-3077 or email wisdomd@crtct.org.
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Strikette Bowling League results from Jan. 17: Irene Willametz, 184; Barb Patterson, 159; Sue Rogers, 158. Senior Bowling League results from Jan. 20: Joe Sytulek, 193; Mike Koval, 190; Bob Cyr, 180; Jan Bennett, 177; Gene Lemery, 170; Ferd Brochu, 163; Chuck Leonhardt, 163; Sam D’Amato, 153.
and under) pursuing a career in business. For more information, contact Mark Walerysiak, Jr. at the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce at mark@ centralctchambers.org or 860-584-4718.
Wii Bowling — Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Fun and easy exercise. For information, call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.
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Monday, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m. Walkers & Wigglers (ages 1836 months). No registration. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m. - Peek-A-Baby (ages birth to 18 months). No registration. Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m. - Hungerford Park Nature Center “Animals Preparing for Winter.” Preschool and up. Registration is required. Programs Friday, Jan. 27, 1 p.m. - Lincoln Center Screening - Mozart Celebration. Features piano trio. Registration requested, but not required. Saturday, Jan. 28, 1 p.m. Author Event. Discussion of “Literary Connecticut: The Hartford Wits, Mark Twain and the New Millennium” by Eric D. Lehman and Amy Nawrocki. Registration is required. For more information, call 860-828-7126.
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BHS ribbon-cutting A Berlin High School ribbon-cutting ceremony, celebrating the completed school renovation, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11, 9 to 11 a.m. The event includes a brief program in the auditorium,
musical entertainment by Berlin High School groups and tours of the facility, led by members of the Upbeat program. For more information, call 860-828-6581.
Bees seek host families The New Britain Bees baseball team is seeking host families for Bees players for the 2017 baseball season. Hosting a Bee team member provides families with the chance to get to know a professional athlete. Host families also receive exclusive benefits not available to the general public during the 2017 season. For a complete list of frequently asked questions, as well as additional information about the Bees’ host family program, visit http://nbbees.com/com-
munity/host-families/ or contact Allison Farrell at 860-826-BEES (2337) or email afarrell@nbbees. com. Becoming a Bees host family is easy. The only requirements for host families to provide are a private bedroom for the player and use of a bathroom and kitchen. Any other amenities that families are willing and able to offer are appreciated by the player and team.
Snow blower safety tips With winter snows here, homeowners, contractors, and business owners will again rely on their snow blowers to clear driveways and walks. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute offers tips for safe and correct use of snow blowers.
Prepare before it snows Review your owner’s manual and check your equipment. Check your owner’s manual for safe handling procedures from your manufacturer. If you forgot to drain the fuel last winter before storing your snow blower, drain the tank now. Adjust any cables. Check the auger (the snow blower should always be completely powered off when you are checking the equipment). Know how to operate the controls. You should be able to shut off your equipment quickly. Prepare your fuel and handle it properly. It’s import-
ant to have the right fuel on hand for your snow blower – movement and fuel availability may be limited during a snowstorm. Be sure to use the correct fuel, as recommended by your equipment’s manufacturer (for more information on fueling properly see www.LookBeforeYouPump.com). Fill up the fuel tank outside before you start the engine and while the engine is cold. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine. Be sure to clean the area you intend to clear with your equipment. Snow can sometimes hide objects that if run over by a snow blower, may harm the machine or people. Doormats, hoses, balls, toys, boards, wires, and other debris should be removed from the areas you intend to clear. Dress appropriately. Wear safety glasses and footwear that can handle slippery surfaces.
Operate equipment safely Never put your hands inside the auger or chute. Use a clean out tool (or stick) to unclog snow or debris from your snow blower. Your
hands should never go inside the auger or chute. Make sure the snow blower is in the off position before addressing any clogs. Turn off the snow blower if you need to clear a clog. If you need to remove debris or unclog snow, always turn off your snow blower. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before clearing any clogs or debris. Only use the snow blower in visible conditions. Never operate the snow blower without good visibility or light. Aim the snow blower with care. Never throw snow toward people or cars. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of your snow blower. Keep children or pets away from your snow blower when it is operating. Use extreme caution on slopes and hills. Use caution when changing directions on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Know where your cord is. If you have an electric powered snow blower, be aware of where the power cord is at all times. Avoid tripping. Do not run over the power cord.
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CIAC baseball panel details new pitch-limit rules Sheehan head coach Matt Altieri, seen here heading to the mound to make a pitching change during the 2016 Class M semifinals, is among state baseball coaches who support the new CIAC pitchlimit rules that go into effect this spring. However, he also believes there are factors in reducing arm injuries that simply counting pitches does not address.
By Ken Lipshez Record-Journal staff
CHESHIRE —The CIAC baseball committee has adjudicated on a pitchlimit rule for the state’s high school pitchers that goes into effect this spring. A chart that metes out the number of days’ rest required per number of pitches thrown in a given outing was the focal point of the committee’s directive.
Veteran Sheehan baseball coach Matt Altieri, who has studied the issue thoroughly, is among the multitude who approve of the ruling. However, he believes there are intangibles to diminishing arm injuries that simply counting pitches does not address. “It’s not just the amount of pitches,” Altieri said, underscoring the conditions and mental strain under which a pitcher is throwing. “If he throws 30 pitches in the first inning, does a team give him rest by scoring a few runs or do they go out 1-2-3 and he’s right back out there? It can be a whole different 30 pitches. It’s not just the number of pitches, it’s the intensity.” Altieri has read the book by Jeff Passan entitled, “The Arm: Inside the Billion Dollar Mystery of the Most Valuable Commodity in Sports.” Altieri also cites the opinion of former scout Paul Reddick: that poor mechanics rather than overuse are at the core of the issue. Altieri said offering his adSee Pitches, A20
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4 ways to improve your golf game this off-season By Marc S. Bayram
Well, it’s officially the winter. Even though golf courses are covered with snow, there are still ways you can improve your golf game. Putting is such an important part of the game and is the club used most in every round of golf you play. During the winter, try to make time to work on your putting every day. This can be done easily at home on any carpet or an indoor putting mat. It’s a great time
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vice to the CIAC committee has been futile. “I didn’t think we needed legislation beyond what we had, the outs limit,” he said. “I think that was restrictive enough.” The rule in the CIAC’s 2016 tournament packet states: “The pitcher may not pitch more than 10 innings in any three consecutive calendar days. To determine the eligible number of innings that a pitcher may pitch on game day, total the number of innings pitched during the two previous calendar days and subtract from 10. Ten innings are equal to 30 outs.” The new rule accounts for only legal pitches. Throws as a result of batted balls, warm-up pitches or pitches that are considered illegal — when timeout has been called, for instance — will not count. Pitchers will be allowed to complete the process of pitching to a batter should the pitch limit be surpassed during the plate appearance. Pitch counts in games that are subsequently stopped – for weather, darkness or forfeit purposes, for example — will be applied to the rule.
to check your fundamentals, such as setup and grip, as well as make minor adjustments to improve your stroke. Improve your body. Find a fitness professional who specializes in golf and can evaluate and prescribe a workout based on your physical limitations and weaknesses. A designed workout plan can also help prevent injury when spring comes and you are back playing. A good majority of golfers have certain strength and endurance
problems that prevent them from playing better golf. One area that is extremely important is core strength. Come up with a better golf course management strategy. Watch the players on the PGA Tour, they don’t fire at every flagstick. They are trying to shoot the lowest score they can, but also must play smart. Sometimes par is a good score, as big numbers will prevent you from maximizing your potential. A good tip for the average player is to play for the mid-
dle of the green on every full approach shot. Try it when spring comes, you may be surprised how you score better. Lastly, try and swing every day. Put a club in your hands and make practice swings feeling any changes you may be trying to incorporate in to your swing. Also, try and visualize shots in your mind while swinging. This will help you keep in touch with your clubs and your swing. It will also provide you with valuable repetition which will
have you ready for opening day in the spring. Try these four ways to improve your golf game this off-season and be ready when the snow melts. I hope to see you on the tee sooner than later! The writer is the PGA Head Golf Professional at Timberlin Golf Club. To contact him with golf questions or information regarding golf lessons, email timberlinhp@gmail. com.
The rule in the CIAC’s 2016 tournament packet states: “The pitcher may not pitch more than 10 innings in any three consecutive calendar days. To determine the eligible number of innings that a pitcher may pitch on game day, total the number of innings pitched during the two previous calendar days and subtract from 10. Ten innings are equal to 30 outs.” The new rule accounts for only legal pitches. Throws as a result of batted balls, warm-up pitches or pitches that are considered illegal — when timeout has been called, for instance — will not count. Pitchers will be allowed to complete the process of pitching to a batter should the pitch limit be surpassed during the plate appearance. Coaches will be required to list the pitchers who are unavailable per the pitchlimit rules on the back of the lineup card exchanged with the opposing coach and umpire-in-chief prior to each game. The use of a pitcher deemed ineligible by this rule will result in a forfeit.
tistical data would indicate. Connecticut doctors tell us they’re doing more than ever before, but we don’t regulate American Legion or if a kid gets into fall league, not just because of what he did in high school.
but I have faith in coaches. We have a culture in our conference where you just wouldn’t do that to another coach.”
The CIAC regulation indicates that pitch-count disagreements will not be “If you overthrow all year, addressed on a per-inning sooner or later you’re going or per-game basis and shall CIAC baseball tournament to need surgery.” only affect the following chairman Fred Balsamo has game on the schedule. The Teams are responsible for corroborated Altieri’s conCIAC requires a spread-sheet counting their own pitches, viction that medical findtally at the end of the season which ostensibly opens the ings, which led the National with the notation of pitch door to manipulation, seeing counts and days of rest for Federation of High Schools that a pitcher who throws 49 the purpose of further evaluto sanction the measure, pitches must rest for one day, ating the rule. are behind the sweeping but if he throws 51 must rest decision. for three. The rule acknowledges the “A lot of this is coming from integrity and common sense Altieri said the integrity of national research that is beof state coaches in its questhe coaches he knows, priing accumulated with the tion-and-answer segment marily those around the medical profession,” Balwhere it states, “In ConnectiSCC, are beyond reproach. samo said. cut there is no maximum pitch count per day because “We have a pitching chart “Research indicates more we have faith in our coaches that we use. We keep it speshoulder and arm surgeries, to protect and preserve the cifically to coach the kids, but it’s not specific to high safety and welfare of the things I like to do to instruct school athletics. I’d like to baseball athletes.” our pitchers on how to manthink, especially in Connectiage a game,” he said. “Is it cut, that we do not have as The procedure is also exripe for the possibility of significant a problem as stapected to be observed in cheating? The answer is yes,
sub-varsity games. The CIAC ruling is less stringent than the one enacted in October by the American Legion for its Senior Division (19 and under). Beginning this summer, the Legion will prohibit pitchers from exceeding 120 pitches in a single day. The cap for Junior Division hurlers will be 105. In both cases, pitchers surpassing those totals will be permitted to finish an at-bat. Throwing 1-45 pitches on a given day will necessitate one day’s rest. From 46-60 will require two days’ rest, 61-75 three days and 76 or more four days. According to a Legion press release, its rule mirrors the one sanctioned by USA Baseball in its Pitch Smart mission. Pitch Smart follows the recommendations of its advisor, noted surgeon Dr. James Andrews, the founder of American Sports Medical Institute.
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Hospice volunteers sought
The Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington Fire Departments are looking for volunteer firefighters.
Masonicare Partners are looking for volunteers to offer companionship and comfort to Hospice patients. Simple moments are important, whether it is reading a book, holding hands or listening.
Volunteers must be at least 18, of good moral character, reside or work in Berlin and be physically capable. Contact Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or 860-329-7738.
Willard Boy Scouts seeks new members Willard Elementary School boys, kindergarten through fifth grade, are welcome to join Boy Scouts of America. Scouts participate in games, activities, camping, hiking, arts and crafts, leadership opportunities, service projects and more. For more information, contact Mike Urrunaga at 860-828-9532 or email espnmike@comcast.net.
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Tab drive to benefit childrens hospital The Berlin High School Interact Club is collecting can tabs. All tabs will be donated to the Shriner’s Children Hospital, in Springfield, Mass. Tabs of all kinds will be collected. Drop your donation off at Berlin High School’s main office, 139 Patterson Way. Drive ends May 31, 2017.
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conference include legislation that would preserve the right to pregnancy-related health care, as well as others preserving provisions under the Affordable Care Act, such as access to contraceptives. The package of bills would also continue the Affordable Care Act’s requirement that breast pumps be covered by insurance and improve workplace conditions for nursing mothers and pregnant women.
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Sen. Mae Flexer, D-Killingly, talks while Rep. Kelly Luxenberg, D-Manchester, and Rep. Liz Linehan, D-Cheshire, look on during a press conference about women’s reproductive rights at the Capitol on Monday.
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Pro-life advocates also welcomed the bills as chance to discuss the state’s abortion law. Peter Wolfgang, executive director of the
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Lawmakers said they put the proposals forward because of debate at the national level. Some of the bills would continue Affordable Care Act requirements in Connecticut should Congress repeal the federal law or parts of it. They also expressed concern about other bills proposed by some Republican state legislators.
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“I love being a Little Sister and love being matched with my Big Sister, Karen,” said 10-year-old Alaysia, who participates in “Beyond School Walls” and also in Nutmeg’s community-based program. “Being a Little Sister has done a lot for me and I want other kids to be able to have amazing Big Brothers and Big Sisters too!”
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many mentors for Nutmeg as possible.” “Beyond School Walls,” now in its eighth successful year, is a site-based mentoring program that takes place at two hour and a half sessions each month. The program is hosted and sponsored by Comcast and managed by
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Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sister. In it, 25 third, fourth and fifth grade students from New Britain’s Lincoln Elementary School travel to Comcast’s Berlin facility, where they’re mentored by 25 Comcast employees who’ve become their friends, sounding boards and role models. “Comcast is a big supporter of mentoring and helping today’s youth to develop into the next generation of
leaders,” said Michael Parker, Comcast Senior Vice President of the Western New England Region, which is headquartered in Berlin. “Children who have positive role models taking an interest in their lives are
more likely to make good life choices. Whether we are mentoring ‘Littles’ from the Lincoln Elementary School for our ‘Beyond School Walls’ program, inviting local high school students to spend the day job shadowing, or hir-
ing college interns to work with us for the summer, our employees are dedicated to sharing their leadership, expertise and time with students as they prepare for their future.” — Press Release
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