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Volume 6, Number 35

Thursday, June 20, 2019

SUMMER TAKES FLIGHT

ON THE MARKET

Murphy’s house is for sale By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

The Paul Ney Road home of a U.S. senator is on the market for $520,000. U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and his family hope to move within the congressional district to be closer to extended family. The house went on the market earlier this month. This year’s June weather might well be called changeable, with plenty of rain, cool temperatures, a bit of sun here and there and lots of windy days. On one of those recent windy days, Cheshire's Matt Mehlhaff saw a perfect opportunity to fly a kite with his son, Andrew, and daughter Amelia, at Bartlem Park. Now that summer is officially arriving with tomorrow’s Solstice, June 21, let’s hope there are plenty more great kite flying opportunities ahead with clear skies and perfect lazy day breezes. Joy VanderLek, For The Citizen

The 1951 colonial near the center of town has been updated with a redesigned kitchen with new cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and a farmer’s sink. The See House, A13

Local graduates who made a name for themselves By Terry Sutton Special to The Citizen

The 2019 classes of Cheshire High School and Cheshire Academy have graduated and it’ll be interesting to see what accomplishments they, no doubt, will achieve in the coming years. Afterall, Cheshire does have a history of graduates doing great things – and a

few have become well-known in the popular culture world of sports and entertainment.

al sports figures.

Check out these high school yearbook photos alongside more recent snaps as we take a look at some former students who may have sat next to you in class years ago and who later showed up on your TV screen as actors or profession-

Before he was a troublemaker in Mr. Kotter’s classroom, Ron Paolillo was acting in plays at Cheshire High School. The 1967 graduate would soon change his name to Ron Palillo and

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Ron Palillo yearbook

Ron Palillo in 2008

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spayed or neutered dogs must have a certificate from a veterinarian or clinic. Owners are encouraged to renew by mail. Licenses may also be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office Monday The registration fee is $19 for through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to male and female dogs and 4 p.m. Cash or check only if $8 for neutered male and renewing in the office. There spayed female dogs. Newly Town Clerk Laura Brennan would like to remind all owners of dogs six months or older that their dogs must be licensed on or before June 28.

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In Brief Artsplace Artsplace is accepting registrations for five weeks of summer art programs for almost all ages beginning June 22 and running through July 27. Camps, classes and workshops are taught in a wide variety of subjects and different media by staff of fine-artist instructors. All levels welcome, beginner through advanced, and all supplies included, with the exception of visiting artist workshops. Visit artsplacecheshirect.org to view the schedule and to register. For additional infor-

mation, call Artsplace at 203-272-2787. All classes take place at the air-conditioned Artsplace building, 1220 Waterbury Road, Cheshire.

Parenting talks Klingberg Family Centers has scheduled Foster & Adoptive Parent Information Sessions for the first and third Wednesday, and the second and fourth Monday of each month at the main campus building, 370 Linwood St., New Britain. For more information, contact Nicolin Carr at 860-832-5536

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New therapy may help more patients survive cardiac arrest.

• Because 90% of cardiac arrest patients do not survive, risks of this study are significant and include: injury to or loss of limb, death, injury to internal organs, and resuscitating a patient with brain injury who may have a poor quality of life.

There is evidence from animal studies to suggest the ER-REBOA™ catheter may be helpful, but it has only begun to be studied in humans experiencing a non- traumatic cardiac arrest, so we do not know if it will work and more research is needed. The use of the ER-REBOA™ catheter itself is not experimental. It has been used many times in the past on patients who have experienced severe trauma. It has shown to be safe in victims of trauma, but it has not been tested sufficiently in patients suffering non-trauma related cardiac arrest.

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Worship Services Calvary Family Worship Center, 174 East Johnson Ave., Sunday service - 10 a.m. Visit calvarylife.us for more information or call 203-272-1701. Cheshire Lutheran Church, 660 W. Main St., Sunday worship - 8 and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday school and Bible Study – 9:10 a.m. 203-272-5106. Cheshire United Methodist Church, 205 Academy Road, Adult Sunday school - 9 a.m.; Children‘s Sunday school - 10 a.m.; Sunday worship - 10 a.m. The Rev. Kenneth J. Kieffer, 203272-4626. White Oak Baptist Church, Cheshire Campus, formerly Christ Community Church, 120 Main St., Sunday worship, 9:15 a.m., Sunday Discipleship class-

es for all ages – 11 a.m. Nursery is available for children 5 and under; Children's Church on third Sunday of the month through grade 6; Wednesday Worship Study and Prayer – 7 p.m. at 20 North Whittlesey Ave., in Wallingford. 203-272-6344. whiteoakbc.net. Cornerstone Church, 1146 Waterbury Road, Sunday services - 8:30, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Nursery and children’s church is available for all children up through the fifth grade; youth group - 6 to 8 p.m. cornerstonecheshire.com. Fellowship of Life Church, 150 Sandbank Road, Sunday - 10 a.m. worship and teaching; Wednesday 7:30 p.m. revival prayer, 203-272-7976.

Cheshire High School, Class of 2019 First Congregational Church, 111 Church Drive, Sunday - 8 and 10 a.m. services. 203-2725323. Oasis, 176 Sandbank Road, Sunday - 10:15 a.m. 203-4390150. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 59 Main St., Sunday - 8:15 a.m. Rite I; 10 a.m. Rite 2 with choirs. Children’s Worship and Faith Formation – 9:45 a.m. 203-2724041. Temple Beth David, 3 Main St., Shabbat worship services every Friday at 7:30 p.m. except for the first Friday of every month when family services take place at 6:30 p.m. 203-272-0037. Word Church Ministry, Bovano Plaza 830 S. Main St., Saturday 1 to 3 p.m. 203-435-0906.

CHESHIRE — Cheshire High School has announced the Class of 2019. Jasmine Ladan Aboumahboob, Annie Acquavita, Franz Martin P. Acurantes, Amanda Perrine Addesso, Kayla Rose Agostinelli, Jason Aguirre, Breanna Mahta Ahmadi-Tabatabaie, Ellen Ryan Albanese, Samantha Amy Alexander, Adrian Allegro, Elijah Allston, Lily Cassandra Amodei, John Richmond Anderson, III, Jared Von Andrea, Lorelei Melea Anquillare, Nicholas Michael Antonetti, Margaret Ann Ardesia, Keith Henry Arneson, Srinidhi Arunachalam, Christopher Baker, Meghan Elizabeth Baker, Kayla

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embark on a career as an actor, director and drama teacher. He appeared in several episodes of the show “Ellen,” “The Love Boat” and countless other television shows. There were small time parts in several movies including a heartless scene of him getting killed by horror genre villain Jason Vorhees in the slasher series film “Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives.” In his later years, Paolillo focused on directing and acting on stage in several big productions. However, he will always be remembered for playing the iconic role of Arnold Horshack in the ‘70s comedy television series, “Welcome Back Kotter.” He died Aug. 14, 2012.

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Paul Pasquolini in 2008

ing skills by first being a star football player for Cheshire High and later at Penn State where he played under legendary coach Joe Paterno. His ties to his hometown remain strong as his first ever coaching job was at his high school alma mater where he served as an assistant for several years.

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Brad Ausmus in 2015

A few years before he become a teen idol on the television series Dawson’s Creek, James Van Der Beek was honing his acting skills in various plays while he attended Cheshire Academy. A 1995 graduate, he would also go on to star in several movies including the popular “Varsity Blues.” He is currently starring in the show “Pose,” which is on the FX Network, and shows no signs of slowing down his acting career.

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An impressive athlete, this 1987 Cheshire High School Paul Pasquolni graduate was a standout This 1967 Cheshire High basketball player for the School graduate is currently Rams. But it was in baseball the defensive coordinator for where Ausmus hit the big the National Football time. As a catcher in the League’s Detroit Lions. Besport, he had an 18-year cafore that he was the head reer where he had 1,579 hits, Brian Leetch football coach for the Uni80 home runs and 102 stolen He may have only attended versity of Connecticut and bases to name just a few of Cheshire Syracuse University, where his impressive statistics. High School he took the Orangemen to Ausmus is now the manager (1983-84) for several bowl games. of the Los Angeles Angels two years but Leetch was Pasquolni honed his coach- where he can be seen in the dugout coaching his team an extraordinary athlete in both hockey and baseball. He Brian Leetch would be in 2002 drafted by

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Brian Leetch in 1984 Cheshire High School hockey team photo.

the National Hockey League’s New York Rangers and won a Stanley Cup championship. When he retired from professional hockey, he had scored 247 goals and accumulated 781 assists. One of the greatest athletes to ever come out of Connecticut, he is also a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.

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Nigam has forged a steady career as a character actor and has appeared in many commercials. He is also the co-founder of Brittany House Pictures, which has produced several movies.

His quote in his 1984 Yearbook stated, “Yesterday they said you won’t go far, the next day in the dressing room they hung a star.” Those words came to

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2019 From A4 Coogan, Cameron Nicholas Cortigiano, Matthew Joseph Costello, Irish E. Couillard, Henry Edwin Coyle, Isaac James Crawford, Sophie A. Cremo, Mikayla Crowley, Megan Jane Curello, Shane Keith Curtis, Ryan A. Cyr, Erin J. Daly, Connor Scott Daniels, Emma Rose DeLancy, Mark Ronald Dellostritto, Alexa DeLott, Isabelle Sophie Dennehy, Alessandra Lynne DePaolo, Nicholas Deschino, Shreya Sylee Dhume, Jordan Alexander Diosa, Quinn Scott Donahue, Ethan Henry Donna, Dominic Stephen D'Onofrio, Lynndsay Teresa Dorin, Matthew Patrick Downing, Julia Anne Drozdowski, Sara May Drozdowski, Paulina Daniela Dubb, Dylan John Dumaine, Anne Hoffman Eddy, Marley Anne Edmunds, John Henry Effa, Rana Elawad, Evan A. Esposito, Berkley Jinda Fang, Austin Hanby Farb, Abdullah Farid, AbuBakar Farid, Charles Michael Farrell, Michael A. Fassett, Elizabeth Sarah Feest, Juan Jose Fernandez, Joshua Logan FisherParsley, Brianna Nicole Floyd, Isabell Katline Fostyni, Brooke Victoria Fournier, Michelle Frenkel, Jonathan Louis Fusco, Katelin Mary Gomes Gallagher, Maya Diaz Galloza, Abigail Jean Ganzle, Jack Frederick Garibaldi, Gabriella Rose Gaudiosi, Sophia Belle Gaudiosi, Justin Gega, William Brian Gemmell, Giacomo Nico Giardina, Austin Christopher Glassey, Jessica Clare Glatt, Toby Raiden Goldstein, Mikenna LaRue Golebiewski, Andre Johnson Gomez, Victoria Lisa Goode, Zachary Goodrich, Rebekah Goodwin, Haley Elizabeth Grayson, Lillian Greenquist, Samantha Marie Grenon, Tyler Jeffrey Groom, Justin William Grove, Caitlyn Nicole Guerrera, Conor Murphy Guilford, Griffin Joseph Gunther, Doris Rae Martin Hall, Nicholas Stephen Hall, Jay Jacob Halterman, Esther Han, John Tanguay Hangen, Jaelyn F. Hart, Vanessa Hartman, Elli Joyce Haskes, Alec Anthony Hassenplug, Colby Joseph Hayes, Alexis Marie Hemstock, Thomas Francis Hennessey, IV, Davis Walker Hick, Samantha Hines, Meaghan Hogan, Ida Hoxha, Tiffany Mulan Hua, Olivia Mae Huang, Shaoshi Huang, Sarah Elizabeth Iceman, James Ray Ilnicki, Benjamin Nicholas Inzero, Angelica Niereida Ioime, Alexander Joseph Irizarry, Sam Isaacson, Sean Thomas Jackson, Ashika Jain, Shaun Thomas Jamele, Jason Tyler Jewett, Grace Suzanne Johnson, Uthman Hans Jung, Mia Cass Juodaitis, Madison Taylor Jura, Matthew Joseph Kaplita, Erica Annie Kareco, Connor Kareliussen, Kraig Miles Karpowicz,

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COMMENTARY

Advice to graduates that applies to us all By John M. Jaramillo

This time of year, graduates of all kinds are transitioning from one stage of their lives, education, and responsibilities to the next. Here's a message to all of them out there as they make their way: Just keep getting better. Just keep going. That's the best advice I can provide to you. And don't dismiss it because it's simple. A few words can go a long way. Wherever you are, whatever you're facing, or whatever you may be unsure of: Just keep getting better. Just keep going. Actually, I want everyone to heed that advice. It goes for everyone who's moving from what they're doing today to what’s lined up – or not – for tomorrow. We all fall under that category – not just your traditional educational students.

And I know I can't customize the advice to you personally in these paragraphs, but I can try and motivate you to understand that you need to keep going for what's important to you. Too many people give up on who they are and what they can be.

and committed, and you know you can provide true and unique value, why stop? Why limit yourself? Why sell yourself short? Why give up on anything you want?

Again, my advice goes for all ages, all professions, all lifestyles, etc. Lessons for personal development Whatever your environment is, and leadership, generally, are simiwhatever your circumstances are, lar up and down the board of age, and whatever your goals may be, just keep getting better and just keep experience, and knowledge. It's only the specifics of the day-to-day that going. really differ. That’s my experience, “Just keep getting better” means im- from volunteering with high school proving every day. Although it students to coaching upper-level sounds like common sense, most managers. We all fear things, want people live the same day over and things, and have room to improve. over again without improving even We're more similar than we think. slightly over what they did or who they were the day before. Get better To ensure your growth, look around you to who and what surrounds you. for your own sake (first), and the sake of your family and community. What tools around you can you use to get better? Who can you surround “Just keep going” reminds us to keep yourself with or approach to motipushing forward, no matter what vate you? comes our way. If you’re prepared

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Local riddle: Where can you find a gravestone without a grave? By Mitzi Romano

So, why is there a lone gravestone on the Green? Actually, the stone is facIf you enjoyed the first installment of ing the Green between the Hitchthe History Hound with Mitzi Rocock-Phillips House and the First mano (for the Cheshire Historical Church. Rest assured (no pun inSociety) about the Percival Estate, tended), there is nobody and no you are sure to enjoy following the body actually buried there. It is adventures of the History Hound thought to be the original Hillside (AKA Maverick) as he visits the Cemetery stone for Abigail Foot, first “Quirky Landmarks of wife of Rev. John Foot, second minCheshire.” These short little gems ister of the Congregational Church. romp through the somewhat odd Her grave is now marked by the Foot and mostly undiscovered Cheshire monument, which covers both her trivia that lies in plain sight in your grave and John's grave. everyday travels This stone was discovered facedown in the backyard of the Foot The Gravestone House, at the corner of South Main on the Green Street and Cornwall Ave. and was "Downtown" Cheshire has two magiven to the Historical Society. It is jor cemeteries – St. Peter's and Hill- now almost impossible to the read side. Just down Route 10, on Higgins the inscription. Luckily, when it was Road, is the New St. Bridget's Ceme- first found, it was readable, and tery. Two smaller cemeteries, the recorded as follows: The History Hound ponders the mystery of a gravestone found on the “original” St. Bridget's and Cheshire In Memory of Mrs. Abigail Foot, Green. Mitzi Romano Street Cemetery are tucked in other corners of town. See Grave, A11

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HAMDEN — Sleeping Giant State Park opened to the public Friday for the first time after being closed for more than a year after a tornado ravaged the landscape. Instead of downed trees, the trails were lined with hikers, families, people walking dogs, and nature enthusiasts. Dozens of area residents visited Friday starting at 8 a.m., when the park officially reopened. Wallingford resident Amy Sward visited the park with her dog Luna. “I’ve missed it. This is like my workout,” Sward said. “I’m glad it’s open again.” The park has been closed since a storm on May 15, 2018, downed thousands of trees. Southington resident Jennifer Dunne used to hike at Sleeping Giant with her husband before the tornado. She noticed a lot of changes in the landscape and was glad the trails were finally cleared. “I think its better. Cleaner, neater, easier to get around,” Dunne said. Sleeping Giant Park AssociaSee Giant, A12

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Consort Of the Rev. John Foot. She with Christian Resignation died Nov. 19th AD 1788 AE 40 / Also of Matilda Their Daught. Died Oct. 9 AD 1787 AE 3. Friends y survivor behold us hear / Consider death as always near / Come ... dearest Friends / For this will be your ... End.

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Realtor says local real estate market indicators are good By Joy VanderLek The Cheshire Citizen

Jim Mormile, of Hamden, walks the blue trail at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden on June 14. The park has opened to the public a year after a tornado ravaged the Photos by Dave Zajac, Record-Journal landscape.

Laura Morris, of Hamden, carrying son Camden, 3, talks about hiking the Tower Trail.

Brendan Holt, left, and son Ronan, 10, right, along with friend, Max Pugliese, 10, second from left, get ready to hike the trails at Sleeping Giant State Park.

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tion President Mike Miller issued a statement about the opening. “I want to thank all of our association members and volunteers who invested so much time and effort restoring the extensive trail network at the ‘Giant’ to a safe condition, and I want to also thank the state and (Department of Energy and Environmental Protection) for allow-

Amy Sward, of Wallingford, walks pit bull Luna on the Tower Trail at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden on Friday.

Quinnipiac University students Oscar Evans and Julia Corrice walk by fallen trees cleared away from trails at Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden.

ing our association to have played such a significant role in this important work,” Miller said. Julie Hulten, Sleeping Giant Park Association community outreach coordinator, walked along the main path and the Tower Trail. Hulten was excited to see people of all ages visit the park on its opening day. “The turnout is amazing,” Hulten said. “For a Friday, we didn’t expect this many people.” Hulten said the day was sig-

nificant because of the work that SGPA members did leading up to the opening. Every Sunday, a group of 50 to 60 volunteers would work to clear and blaze trails. “I’m excited to see so many people. So many young kids and it’s sort of generational. It’s very cool,” Hulten said. “We’re excited, we’re very excited.” The park will be open everyday, 8 a.m. until sunset. jroman@record-journal.com 203-317-2420 Twitter: @JenieceRoman

values overall?

Kirsch: Home values Cheshire’s real estate mar- haven’t wavered too far off from last year, but overall ket could offer good news for you. The Cheshire Citi- they are a little bit down. zen talked with Carly Citizen: What’s the Kirsch, Berkshire number of days a Hathaway Homehouse is on the Services New Engmarket? land Realtor and Kirsch : The medicertified Pricing an days on market Strategy Advisor, to in May 2019 was 41 find out the latest days, and, of for buyers and sellcourse, that can ers in a hot sumvary, as some will mer market. Kirsch go under contract Citizen: What’s the in a day. Some take buzz in the real estate up to the typical 30-90 day market this summer? cycle in an average market. Kirsch : The big news right Citizen: What is the avernow is the mortgage rates. age price of a home in According to Freddy Mac Cheshire? (the Federal Home Loan Kirsch : The average sellMortgage Corporation), rates are at a two-year low. ing price is $310,000 and the average list price is So right now is a good time for buyers to buy and $316,000. The good news is the list/sale price ratio, sellers to sell. The lower that is what something is rate allows buyers to get a listed for and what it closlittle more buying power. es at, is up from last year— There’s kind of a “sweet spot” of homes in a certain just a hair— it’s at 97.7 percent. It means that price range in the market homes are being priced and they’re getting where they should be, they snapped up. are at market value and Citizen: Give a snapshot of are being appraised corthe market in Cheshire as rectly. People are aware of we step away from spring. the home values here in Kirsch : The May numbers Cheshire and they are listing them properly to sell. are: median sales price was .78 percent over last Citizen: What are the most year, and the number of popular home styles? sales overall was down. New listings were up over- Kirsch : Colonials and ranches predominantly, all. There were 57 of May but craftsmen and capes of last year and 63 this round out the top four. year. The average days on the market – and this is Citizen: What are some of killer – is down 36.9 percent. The inventory overall the trends in the market? is down, so the homes are Kirsch: Families looking to moving quickly when they combine – multi-generacome onto the market. It’s tional living – is an emergstill a very good market in ing trend. That can be for Cheshire. Last winter we all ages: from older adults were lucky to see seven living with their children homes come on in a week, to college children coming and now it’s seven homes back after graduating. a day. There is also a demand for Citizen: How about home

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Area pools open for summer

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new construction within certain price points and locations in this town.

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

Citizen: What about trends inside homes?

Town pools open this month for residents looking to cool off. Here’s what you need to know about pools and splash pads in our area.

Kirsch : Some clients are looking for first-floor master bedrooms with bathrooms. Kitchens and baths still are still a top priority. They have to be up-todate. Open concept is still big. Then there’s outdoor living spaces with a patio or deck. Those are on the must-have list. Other wants include office space and a dedicated guest space.

1. Meriden’s pool was scheduled to open Monday, June 17, but the date is tentative. Pamela Fuschino, Meriden’s administrative facilities coordinator, said the pool was patched and repainted this spring. When filled, the pool water could react to the new paint and require pool workers to balance the pH levels.

Citizen: What about trends in finishes? Kirsch : Stainless steel appliances are big, but fingerprint-less stainless steel tops that. Believe it or not, gold is making a comeback. Gold-textured finishes and champagne-bronze fixtures are also trending. Finally, manufacturers are now custom-designing appliances and fixtures to mix and match finishes to exactly what the consumer wants to fit their style in their home.

The community pool at Hubbard Park. The newly painted pool was scheduled to open Monday, June 17 but the date is tentative. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

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News Reporters The Record-Journal has immediate openings for news reporters covering the “Cheshire” (1 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and “Durham, Middlefield, North Haven” areas. RESPONSIBILITIES .Provide all aspects of daily town coverage from government to features. .Report on regional breaking news for the Record-Journal website and social media in a fast, accurate manner. .Shoot and edit video. .Take photos as needed. .Post regularly to the website and use social media networks actively for disseminating reporting and as a tool for reporting. .Schedule may vary including nights and weekends if necessary. REQUIREMENTS: .Knowledge of reporting for digital media normally acquired through the completion of a degree and 1-3 years’ experience. .Excellent reporting skills. Must demonstrate a command of writing and be able to produce high-quality content across multiple platforms in a fast-paced environment. .Video editing/photography skills. .This position requires the ability to travel locally to obtain newsworthy content, frequently on short notice. A valid driver’s license and vehicle are required; or, if no drivers license, reliable and at-the-ready transportation. JOB SCOPE Full-Time, 40 hours per week Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and/or reliable and at-the-ready transportation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Any candidate selected must pass a background check and drug screen as a condition of employment. Interested candidates should contact Audience Engagement Editor Ashley Kus at 203-317-2448 or akus@record-journal.com

The Town of Wallingford Electric Division is seeking a highly technical individual to work in the design and development of overhead and underground power distribution lines. The utility serves 24,700 customers in a 50+ square mile distribution area with a peak demand of 130 MW. The position requires a B.S. degree in electrical engineering plus 2 years of responsible experience in utility engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting on a year-for year basis. Salary: $78,336$100,225 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply to: Human Resources Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Phone #: (203) 294-2080, Fax #: (203) 294-2084. Closing date will be July 8, 2019. EOE.

Medical Help Wanted EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN - Full time days 36-39 hours or part time 20 hours, dialysis clinics Meridan, CT. area. Duties: water treatment, equipment repair & facility maintenance. Experience needed. Valid driver’s license, Must have high school or GED diploma. Excellent benefit and compensation package. Email resume to: lstevens@americanrenal.com

Help Wanted NEWSPAPER DELIVERY ROUTES AVAILABLE $400-$600 - Every 2 weeks + Tips (Depending upon area.) Routes available in the following towns: Meriden, Wallingford, Southington, Cheshire, Middletown, Middlefield, Durham and Berlin. Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary. Must be able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week starting at 2:00 A.M. MUST be dependable, able to read a map and a route list with specific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required. Not Temp Work, Long Term Contracts. Call Vinny at (860) 8466399 before 11 a.m. and start tomorrow.

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