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A new, modern funeral home to open By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

A lifelong town resident has transformed a vacant lot into a modern funeral home. “It’s pretty surreal still, but exciting,” said funeral home director Andrea Wasley, as she stood in a nearly finished suite of Plainville Funeral Home. The Broad Street business will hold a grand opening May 20.

By Terry Sutton Special to The Citizen

The weather is warming and it’s time to start preparing for tick season. The unwelcome pests will show up any time now and can bite and infect people and their pets.

Since breaking ground in October, she said she has received a stream of support and interest from town officials and the community. “It’s exciting because I wanted it to have a locally-run feel,” she said. “It’s really a community project more

Funeral Director Andrea Wasley, of Plainville, stands in front of Plainville Funeral Home on May 4. The Broad Street funeral home will host its grand opening May 20.

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Schools seek endowment to fund projects By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

School officials are looking to create an endowment to fund innovative teacher projects. “I'm really looking for things that will be good for student learning,” said Superintendent Maureen Brummett,

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who hopes to see the first $1,000 grant given out during the next academic year.

Brummett said she has been operating under tight budgets that have made it difficult to fund such projects.

The endowment, which would be operated by Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, would award one grant a year for projects going beyond the usual curriculum to help teachers educate their students.

“I think it’s very difficult to do much in the way of innovation when the budgets are so tight,” she said.

Health experts remind the public to be cautious and smart when dealing with these blood-feeding insects and the illnesses they may bring. Lyme disease may be the most common of the tick borne pathogens in the United States, but there are See Ticks, A8

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Maggie is a stunning, colorful torbie and with extra toes! She was rescued as a scared, community cat during the very cold winter. She is blossoming into a little princess and her best friend in her foster home is the family's special needs dog. On the other end of the color spectrum is Ernie, an all black gorgeous, young boy. Even Ernie's whiskers are black! Ernie is a sensitive, sweet boy with a mild heart murmur so he is searching for a quite loving home. Ernie enjoys belly rubs and loves other cats. Please visit hucatrescue.org for an application and upcoming events such as the Spring Cleaning drive. Call 860-479-5173 or email hucatrescue@gmail.com.

Dog training – The Plainville Recreation Department will sponsor a dog training session Saturday, May 12, 9 to 10:30 a.m., at the Recreation Building, 50 Whiting St.

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than anything.” She also hired local contractors and hopes to hire local employees. Wasley previously worked as funeral director of another funeral home in Plainville. She has a total of 22 years experience in the field.

“To see it go from the vacant gravel lot that it was to what it is today is amazing,” he said. “It’s such a transformation and it's something that Andrea should be very, very proud of. I wish that every development would put (in) that additional work and design. “She is a very personable and friendly funeral director who will make the trauma that people tend to experience when they go to these places” easier to cope with,” DeVoe added.

Town Economic Development Director Mark DeVoe said Wasley is “highly respected” and is doing a service to the town by developing the lot.

HAPPY Funeral Director Andrea Wasley, of Plainville, stands in front of Plainville Funeral Home on May 4. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen

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nections to other services, including primary and dental care at Wheeler's Health and Wellness Centers and other programs. The health-based services are provided through family Medicaid, Medicare and commercial health insurance programs. A sliding fee scale is available based on family size and income. Parents or legal guardians may contact the Middle School of Plainville School Psychologist, Justine Misseri, at 860-793-3250 for assistance to schedule an initial appointment. For additional information, parents and legal guardians may also contact Erin Smithe, LPC, program manager of Wheeler Clinic's

Children's Outpatient Services, at 860-793-3860. Director of Special Services, Vicki Trzcinski, stated, "Plainville Community Schools is committed to supporting families to access behavioral health services within the community and is grateful for the partnership with Wheeler Clinic. Given the Center for Disease Control's reports that 1 in 5 children is impacted in school by mental health issues, it is essential that schools and families work together to identify these issues as early as possible and work together to ensure children and their families get the treatment and support they need to be successful in school and in life." — Press Release

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Senior center hosts conference on grandparents raising grandchildren By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

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Grandparents raising a second generation received some guidance and support Tuesday at the Plainville Senior Center’s 10th Annual Conference on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. “People really enjoy coming together and hearing and talking to other grandparents and knowing they’re not alone in this situation,” said Ronda Guberman, assistant director of the Senior Center. “It’s very powerful to

The conference featured Senior Clinician Chanel Hildebrand of Wheeler Clinic, who was to address the difficulties of raising children, including opioid addiction. “Recognizing signs that maybe your child is engaging in reckless behavior and knowing what those signs

are” has become increasingly important for grandparents, Guberman said.

ten be a bright spot in many retirees’ lives, it comes with unique challenges. The cost of raising a child can strain funds and living space.

Other topics included mental health resources, guardianship, internet safety, domestic violence, HUSKY/SNAP and Special Needs Trust Funds.

“You’re raising a family for the second time,” she said. dleithyessian@record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian

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EDITORIAL

Keep an eye out for wildlife Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting to be patio time in Connecticut. Lawn chairs are being pulled from sheds and barbeque grills are getting unsheathed. Spring is here and locals are ready for picnics and chats around backyard fire pits.

But we need to be wary of unwanted guests at our outdoor gatherings.

beginning to appear in residential areas. And this, of course, can lead to precarious situations.

Humans arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only ones re-emerging after a long According to the state DeNew England winter. partment of Energy and Environmental Protection, in As the weather warms up, Plainville, 50 black bear bears, coyotes and foxes are sightings were reported from April 10, 2017 to Oct. 18, 2017. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the next month weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll start seeing more,â&#x20AC;? said Donna Weinhofer, Plainville animal control officer about bear sightings in town. And this is not unique to

Plainville. According to DEEP, Southington had 40 reports of black bear sightings during the same time period, April to October 2017. Also nearby, Berlin had 32 reports of bear sightings, Cheshire had 21, and Meriden and Wallingford each had six sightings reported.

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Coyotes and foxes are also wandering into backyards at this time of year. While those animals are afraid of humans, they will attack cats Berlin animal control officer and small dogs. So accompany your pets outside, esJan Lund said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bears are very hungry after a long win- pecially in the early dawn ter and will look anywhere and late dusk hours. for a bite to eat.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Originally published in the Record-Journal. For that reason, residents

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In order to award an annual grant of $1,000, the endowment would need at least $25,000 invested. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really a very positive collaboration,â&#x20AC;? Brummett said. The tentative plans were discussed at a March 30 Board of Education Finance subcommittee meeting, and the superintendent plans to bring the issue before the full board this month. In the meantime, further details of how the endowment would operate and fundraiser will be refined for the proposal. How the endowment would generate donations and the formation of a committee to review grant applications are issues still under deliberation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hoping once people see itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s funding really exciting projectsâ&#x20AC;? residents and local businesses will begin making private donations to the fund, Brummett said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve very optimistic that the board will approve it.â&#x20AC;? dleithyessian@record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian

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COMMENTARY

Thanks for supporting school budget By Dr. Maureen Brummett

society.

With the passing of the Board of Education’s budget on April 24, we have come to a very positive outcome of a very long journey.

Plainville’s class of 2017 is a reflection of this vision. The class completed 4,962 hours of community service while also earning 1,131 Early College Experience (ECE) college credits (worth $1.1 million in savings to parents).

Averaging that with the budget increase of the past seven years is an annualized increase of 1.06 percent. We continue to work hard, through careful reductions, to sustain the well regarded schools and the investment in our students.

Seventy-two percent were accepted into their first choice college or trade preparation program. This success comes through your continued support. As we look forward, we an-

garten. We will also increase our safety and security with the addition of a School Resource Officer at Plainville High School. Our schools are a reflection of our community, and we believe that we all have much to be proud of. Thank you for supporting the budget! Dr. Maureen Brummett is superintendent of Plainville schools.

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In developing Plainville’s budget this year, we had to address reduced funding from the state and extraordinarily large claims to our self-insured health fund. Those two budgeting challenges created a larger than usual increase of 5.13 percent. The actual spending on the school budget is a 1.39 percent increase with the rest being the result of significant health insurance increases.

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Ticks others. Kathryn Glendon, public health specialist for The Chesprocott Health District, said, “Anaplasmosis, formerly known as Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis (HGE) is a bacterial disease. It is transmitted to people by blacklegged ticks (deer ticks), the same ticks that transmit Lyme disease. Anaplasmosis is less common than Lyme disease.” So is Babesiosis, a protozoan infection. However, Glendon said up to 20 percent of patients diagnosed with Babesiosis also have Lyme disease. To keep ticks at bay, Glendon suggests using a chemical repellent with DEET, per-

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Antibiotics are effective in fighting the disease but as recently as 2017, a 2-yearold from Indiana, Kenley Ratliff, succumbed to the rare tick illness.

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Around here, however, when it comes to ticks, Lyme disease is the major concern. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, individuals and animals infected with Lyme disease can display symptoms such as fever, headache, fatigue and a characteristic skin rash. Left untreated, the bacteria will travel to the joints, the

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parents.” Podskoch is a retired teacher and author of seven other books. Books will be available after the presentation for sale and signing. The Historical Society is

interested in Plainville connections to the CCC. If you know of any, call Rosemary Morante at 860-

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Calendar Thursday Apple Valley 4-H Club: May 10, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Bradley Mountain Soaps, LLC, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. Beergasm Block Party: May 10, 5 - 9 p.m. 37 West Center St., Southington.

Musical Me: May 10, 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Farmington.

Plainville. ESL: May 10, 9:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Farmington.

Girls tennis: May 11, 3:45 p.m. Southington High School, 720 Pleasant St., Southington.

Mystery Book Club: May 10, 7 p.m. - 8:55 p.m. Farmington.

Injustice 2 Video Game Tournament: May 10, 3 - 4 p.m. Farmington. Knitting Group: May 10, 6:30 p.m. Farmington.

BeerGasm Spring Indoor Block Party: May 10, 5 - 9 p.m. Southington Chamber, 31 Liberty St., Southington.

Mother’s Day Story/Craft: May 10, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St.., New Britain. (860) 224-3155.

Edward Leonard’s Silly Song Sing-Along Session: May 10, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Plainville Public Library, 56 E Main St.,

Movie: Dunkirk: May 10, 1 p.m. Free. Manross Memorial Library, 260 Central St., Bristol. (860) 584-7790.

Girls tennis: May 11, 3:45 p.m. Plainville High School, 47 Robert Holcomb Way, Plainville.

RED Day May 10 2018: May 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Courant, 96 Batterson Park Road, Farmington.

NetStat Professional Development Session: May 11, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. CCSU Institute of Technology and Business Development, 185 Main St., New Britain.

Rug Hookers: May 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Farmington. Senior Transportation Services presents: Plant Night: May 10, 6:30 p.m. $35 - $40. First Church of Christ, 830 Corbin Ave., New Britain.

OTIS - Take Your Child to Work Day: May 11, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 5 Farm Springs Rd & 1 Carrier Place, Farmington.

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Boys baseball: May 11, 3:45 p.m. Plainville High School, 47 Robert Holcomb Way, Plainville.

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Boys lacrosse: May 12, 12 p.m. Southington High School, 720 Pleasant St., Southington.

Soap Making Workshop: May 12, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington.

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Tuesday Be Well With Books: Intuitive Collage Activity: May 15, 6 p.m. Free. Manross Memorial Library, 260 Central St., Bristol. (860) 584-7790.

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Property tax abatement available Town of Plainville owner-occupied households may be eligible for abatement of property taxes if those taxes exceed 8 percent of the total annual combined income of

all members of the household. The “Ordinance Providing Abatement (deferral) of Residential Property Taxes for

Persons of Limited Income” went into effect November 2011. Residents interested in applying for the abatement

may obtain an application from the Tax & Assessing Office, Plainville Municipal Center, 1 Central Square, Plainville.

The entire ordinance (ordinance #95) can be viewed online at www.plainvillect.com or in the Town Clerk’s office.

Welcome to On The Menu. Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.

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142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10

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320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.

1143 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06479 Monday - Thursday 11AM-8:45PM Friday and Saturday 11AM-9PM Like Greek food? Try our famous Greek dishes next time you’re craving something delicious. We’re Celebrating our 1 year anniversary and taking $1 off all food items ALL February.

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Top off the weekend with Sunday Brunch mountainside. Includes Breakfast Buffet, Choice of entree`, dessert and cocktail. Adults $19.95, 2-4 years $14.95. Three & under, Free.

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

323 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com Family owned and operated bakery located off 1-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, cookies, Italian ice, gelato, cakes and other traditional desserts.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF PLAINVILLE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE

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The ordinance will not be effective until it has been approved by a majority of the qualified electors voting thereon at a Town election, general election, or special election called by the Town Council for that purpose.

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LEGAL NOTICE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PLAINVILLE, CONNECTICUT

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF PLAINVILLE REFERENDUM OF ELECTORS JUNE 19, 2018

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Council of the Town of Plainville at meeting duly assembled on May 7, 2018, adopted an ordinance entitled “Ordinance Appropriating $2,100,000 for the Acquisition of Two Fire Trucks, and Authorizing the Issue of Bonds and Notes in the Same Amount to Finance the Appropriation,” which is summarized below. The full text of the ordinance is on file and available for public inspection during normal business hours in the office of the Town Clerk in the Plainville Municipal Center, One Central Square in Plainville and at the Plainville Public Library, 56 East Main Street in Plainville, and is available on the Town’s website at www.plainvillect.com.

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In accordance with the Charter of the Town of Plainville and the General Statutes of the State of Connecticut, a referendum of qualified electors of the Town of Plainville will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. to vote for approval or disapproval of an ordinance adopted by the Town Council on May 7, 2018, entitled “Ordinance Appropriating $2,100,000 for the Acquisition of Two Fire Trucks, and Authorizing the Issue of Bonds and Notes in the Same Amount to Finance the Appropriation.” The full text of the ordinance is on file and available for public inspection during normal business hours in the office of the Town Clerk in the Plainville Municipal Center, One Central Square in Plainville and at the Plainville Public Library, 56 East Main Street in Plainville, and is available on the Town’s website at www.plainvillect.com. The ordinance will be placed on the ballots under the following heading:

The Town of Plainville Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. at the Plainville Municipal Center, Room 304, 1 Central Square, Plainville, CT to consider the following items: Special Exception for Brad Fabian to modify a special exception for Indoor recreation at 75 Neal Court in a GI Zone The files are available for public inspection at the Planning and Economic Development Office in the Plainville Municipal Center. At this hearing, interested persons may appear and be heard, and written communications may be received.

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Authorizes the issuance by the Town of bonds or notes in an amount not to exceed $2,100,000 to finance the appropriation for the project; and the issuance and renewal by the Town of temporary notes from time to time in anticipation of the receipt of the proceeds from the sale of the bonds or notes for the project; and authorizes the Town Manager and the Treasurer of the Town to make various determinations and take various actions in connection with the sale and issuance of project borrowings; and makes certain declarations required to provide that project costs may be paid from temporary advances of available funds and that any such advances may be reimbursed from the proceeds of project borrowings.

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Electors approving the ordinance will vote “Yes” and those opposing the ordinance will vote “No” Voting will be at the following polling place: Plainville Fire House, 77 West Main Street in Plainville. Absentee ballots may be obtained from the office of the Town Clerk, and will be available starting May 18, 2018. Absentee ballots will be counted at the following central location: Plainville Fire House, 77 West Main Street in Plainville. Dated at Plainville, Connecticut, this 10th day of May, 2018.

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Authorizes the Town Manager, the Treasurer, the Town Council, and other proper officers and officials of the Town to take all other action which is necessary or desirable to complete the project, and to issue the project borrowings to finance the project appropriation.

“SHALL THE TOWN OF PLAINVILLE APPROPRIATE $2,100,000 FOR THE ACQUISITION OF TWO FIRE TRUCKS, AND AUTHORIZE THE ISSUE OF BONDS AND NOTES IN THE SAME AMOUNT TO FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION?”

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Appropriates $2,100,000 for costs related to acquisitions of a pumper fire engine to replace Engine 1, an aerial tower apparatus to replace Tower 1, and related equipment.

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Grassy Hill Auctions, an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convince. Grassy Hill Auctions (203) 868-1816 GrassyHillAuctions.co m

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Pets For Sale AKC Chocolate & Yellow Male Lab puppies. Ready 5/23. Accepting deposits, 1st shots, vet checked. $1,000. 203-427-5052 Black Cackapoo, 3 y/o male, neutered, 6 mo old female, home raised, adorable. $550 each. 860-538-4143

Shih-tzu, French Bulldogs, Choc Labs. $850+; (860) 828-7442

Pets For Adoption FREE TO A GOOD HOME - KELPIE - Mix, 4 yrs. old, smart, energetic & trained. Needs active owner. Meds for 6 mos. & paid lessons come with. Call Ronnie at 203-273-4619.

Apartments For Rent MERIDEN-2 BR, spacious, frml din rm, Ldy rm,hwd flrs, porch, off st prkg, 65 Sherman Av, 203-494-2171 WALLINGFORD 4 rooms, 2 bedroom, off st. parking, no pets, 1,200 + utilities, 203284-1853

Condos For Rent MERIDEN - 2 BR condo, $800/mo + sec. + util. Section 8 accepted, 860-740-4871

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MAINTENANCE TECH Candidate for this position will be energetic self-starter with basic knowledge of processing / packaging plant maintenance, including Music By Roberta pneumatics, electrical, Perform + Instruct power transmission, Voice lessons - all ages pumps, etc. Automo+levels,piano beginnertive / aircraft / military interm. (203) 630-9295. experience always Sporting Goods welcomed. We provide full training. Second & Health shift position @ $16 $18+ per hour based PISTOL PERMIT Certifion experience. Please cation, small groups or send cover letter & private classes, 1 sesresume to lsosnowski sion only, $120. (203) @unitex.com 415-1144

VINTAGE - 1970’s Vermont Castings cast iron metal defiant parlor wood stove in good working condition. $500 obo. Call Fran at 203-272-9623.Local PU only in Cheshire.

Rooms For Rent ***NEED EXTRA CASH?*** Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services avail. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203-269-9888. www.ricksantiques andcoins.com

FREE FIREWOOD-. Cut to length for stove, fire bowl or fireplace. Some needs splitting. 203-265-5712

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TREE LENGTH Firewood Call for details 203-238-2149

MERIDEN- Clean, Safe Room. 203-605-6522 Utils & fridge incl. Share kitchen/bath. $135 per week + sec.

Tag Sales PLAINVILLE - Neighborhood Culdesac Tag Sale, Sat. May 12, Provencher Dr., 9-3. No Rain Date. Antiques, furniture & more.

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Attics & Basement Cleaned GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls re- GUTTERS PLUS 25+ yrs turned. Ins. #566326. exp. Call today for free Cell, 860-558-5430 est. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

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NILES CONSTRUCTION Specialist in concrete work. Garage, shed, room addition foundations. Fully insured. 56 yrs in business. (203) 269-6240.

AVALLONE CONTRACTORS Total Remodeling, 35 blessed years. Kit, BA, Siding, Roofing, windows, gutters, addtn’s. Credit cards accepted (860) 582-0712

Electrical Services All Systems Electric LLC Electrical Wiring & More! Generators, Security & Fire Alarms, Data Wiring, Roof De-Icing FREE ESTIMATES! CT# 0187714-E1 Visit us at www.ase-ct.com 860-436-4957 T.E.C. Electrical Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service Small Jobs Welcome 203-237-2122

Fencing CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.

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Gutters GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 4403279 Fully ins. CT# 569127

Odds & Ends Property Maintenance Landscaping, snow removal, power washing & MORE! (203)721-4821

Painting Services, Commercial & Residential, Interior & Exterior. ReWEEKLY LAWN pairs, Powerwashing, MAINTENANCE Deck Maintenance. 1st 2 cuttings receive Over 25 Years Experi10% off. Landscaping, ence. Call Tom at hyrdoseeding, planting, 203-715-5906 mulch, top soil, call for free est. 860 406-2771. Paving D & G PAVING Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, Seal Coating, Concrete Work CT Reg#0577005 203-237-6058

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Comm. & Res. Spring Cleanups, lawn mowing, dethatching, aerating, hedge trimming, mulching, retaining walls & walkways, & much more. Free Est. 203-687-0936.

SPRING CLEANUPS Lawn Mowing: Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly You decide! #1504 Call (203) 630-2152

ED’S JUNK REMOVAL WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, bsemts, garages, appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526

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A&A MASONRY 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, patios, stonewalls, chimneys, fireplaces & much more! Call Anytime 860-462-6006! Free Est! #HIC0616290 Spring Cleanups, Tree Removal & much more! A & A Lawn Maint. 860-719-3953.

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Eagle Landscaping LLC - Tree trimming, mulch, & fertilizer, We’re here to help! Please call Javier 203-285-9947 Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge/tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397 860-558-5430

Plumbing & Heating Contractor. Over 15 yrs. exp.. Whole house plumbing. Boilers, gas, oil. Will beat most competitors. Lic. & Ins.. Call 203-980-7740

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A-1 Quality Powerwashing low rates Call Dennis 203-630-0008

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A1 Quality House Painting 20 yr. exp. Low rates/free estimates. Call Dennis 203 630-0008.

Siding.Roofing.Windows Decks.Sunrooms.Add’ CT Reg#516790. 203-237-0350 Fiderio & Sons www. fiderio.com

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ALEX MASONRY 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652

Painting & Wallpapering We clean estates, sheds, & more! We will beat any competiters prices. 860-719-3953

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Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Weekly Lawn Mowing, Spring Cleanups, George J Mack & Sons Harmony.(860) 645-8899 Hedge Trimming, Lawn Servicing the Meriden Thatching. Topsoil, area since 1922. Toilet, ROOFS "R" US - Since Mulch, Stone. Call 1949. Shingles, rubber, faucet, sink & drain reRyan 860-515-1302 repairs, siding. pairs. Water heater reHIC#0645225 #640689. Former Navy placements. 15% Sr Seal. 203.427.7828. citizen disc. Member Lawn Fertilizing of BBB. 203-238-2820

Masonry Accepting Comm. & Resid. lawn & grounds maintenance, hydroseeding, new lawn install., 25 yrs. exp., Member BBB 203-634-0211

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