01-31-2013 The Berlin Citizen by Ryan Millner

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Town prepared for winter storms ahead By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

So far this season, snowfall has been less than what the town expected when compared to past years, according to Public Works Director Art Simonian. Crews have been out a few times already salting roads and plowing lanes. “Unfortunately most of the storms have happened at night or on the weekends, which forced some overtime for us,” Simonian said. “But our budgets are in good shape based on

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where we are calendar wise, as compared to two years ago when we had a very significant snowfall.” At the beginning of the year, Public Works’ overtime budget started at $75,000. Currently the balance is $42,000. The winter storm cleanup expenses, which include road salt, plow blades and truck repairs, was budgeted at $160,000. The account is currently at $80,000.

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Berlin High School art seniors win regional awards

Three Berlin High School seniors have won four awards at the 2013 Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards. Brie Nickerson won an Honorable Mention in the Ceramics/Glass Category. Kayla Tenore received a Silver Key in the Sculpture Category. Nicole Maroon won two Gold Key awards, one each in Design and Photography. All entries will be displayed at the 2013 Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards

exhibition from Jan. 15 to Feb. 1, at the Slipe Gallery at University of Hartford. The 24th annual Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards is the largest juried student art exhibition in the state. A panel of over 30 judges reviewed entries from 136 schools and additional home schooled/independent entries. This year, the total number of entries topped 2,000 works. The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards have a legacy

dating back to 1923, and a notable roster of past winners including Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Robert Redford, Joyce Carol Oates, Frances Farmer, Alan Arkin, John Lithgow, Stan Brakhage, Ken Burns, Ned Vizzini and many more. The Scholastic Awards are an important opportunity for students to be recognized for their creative talents. See Awards, page 5

Attorney hired to resolve demolition concerns for new police station By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

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In 2011, Town Council took steps to acquire the former Kensington Furniture storefront and warehouse properties for the future police station on Farmington Avenue. The town spent $2 million on purchasing and preparing the sites after years of planning. So what is the status of the new police station demolition? Currently, the town has brought in an attorney to help “resolve matters with neighboring businesses. The archi-

tect is working on a design for parking arrangements and some town property is being negotiated with the resolution of the demolition work to be completed,” according to a January Public Building Commission meeting record. “We’re trying to put together a demolishing schedule and we want to make sure we consider the surrounding businesses and their needs and make sure we address any particular problems that may arise,” Town

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Mayleen Perduta gets a lift from her Berlin High School teammates Jan. 26, at the Connecticut Classic Cheerleading Competition in Wolcott. The BHS cheerleaders placed second in the All-Girl Varsity division.

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New Britain man leads Berlin police on pursuit following car burglaries

A New Britain man faces numerous charges after a resident called police about a suspicious person, leading to a brief police pursuit, arrest and seizure of weapons and stolen property, police said. Miguel David Sanchez, 23, of 40 Shultz Rd. in New Britain, was arrested and charged with carrying a pis-

tol without a p e r m i t , weapons in a motor vehicle, operating under the influence, carrying a firearm while Sanchez under the influence, third-degree burglary, fourth-degree larceny, illegal possession of less than half an ounce of marijuana, possession of drug para-

phernalia, disobeying the signal of an officer, engaging in pursuit, failure to drive in the proper lane, multi-lane highway, travelling unreasonably fast, failure to have headlamps and three counts of failure to obey stop sign. Sunday morning, at 2:20 a.m., a resident called police about a suspicious man in dark clothing looking into cars parked in the Glenbrook Drive area, police

said. The man was seen leaving in a dark-colored minivan, police said. An officer responding to the call spotted the minivan and tried to stop it but the driver sped up in an attempt to get away, police said. Following a brief pursuit, the man stopped and was taken into custody, police said.

Inside the minivan, police found a loaded handgun and several other weapons, in addition to several items stolen from incidents in Berlin and Southington, police said. Sanchez was held in lieu of $75,000 bail and was scheduled to be arraigned in New Britain Superior Court on Jan. 28.

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Casner ceremony The Berlin Police Department Honor Guard is scheduled to lay a wreath on the grave of Officer Jeffery Casner on Friday, Feb. 1, the 28 anniversary of his death in the line of duty. The ceremony will be held graveside, at Maple Cemetery, at 9 a.m. The ceremony is held annually by the Berlin Police Department to pay respect to their fallen brother and his family. Following the ceremony, Officer David Cruickshank, the recipient of the 2012 “Jeffery Casner Award” for excellence in DUI enforcement, will be presented with the award. Cruickshank made 21 DUI arrests. This represents 22 percent of the total DUI arrests made by the Berlin Police Department in 2012.

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to go through fire training. The town pays for fire school, which roughly lasts six months with a total of 180 hours. Unlike police academies where cadets stay at the school all week, prospective firefighters only attend training one or two days a week. As a volunteer agency, Blais said being able to work and train on days off is con-

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It is expensive to run a fire department, according to Assistant Chief Mike Blais, 53. This is why all four town departments, Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington, are volunteer based. “If the town decided to have a paid department, the town’s people would feel it in their paychecks because there are huge expenses,” Blais said. “We’re offering the town a bargain through a full staff of volunteers. This is just one reason why I lend my services; I’m trying to keep taxes down.” The departments are always looking for new volunteers to join the ranks. According to an advertisment, “dedicated volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, be a resident or work in Berlin and be physically capable of performing the duties of a firefighter.” Of course, Blais said volunteers have to pass a background check and drug test as well. “All they have to do is show up Monday evenings at any one of our four departments and show interest in the field,” Blais said. “If you want to be an active firefighter, you have to have the physical ability to do the job, such as climbing and carrying ladders, be able to carry people to safety and have endurance. There are folks who have

gone to fire school and never finished, either because they said it’s not for them or they can’t perform the duties.” Blais said his definition of good moral character is when a person has a desire to provide service to the community, whether it is through charities and organizations, or emergency and medical services. “All of us want to help the community in some way and this is the best that we (the volunteer firefighters for the Town of Berlin) can think of doing it,” Blais said. “Folks can volunteer in any way

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Obituaries

John L. Benigni, Sr.

Jack Benigni, 63, of Meriden, passed away peacefully on Jan. 28, 2013, in his home. He was the beloved husband of Gail Benigni and proud father of three

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he is survived by his sisters, Rae Benigni and Judy Mosier. He is also survived by his loving daughter-inlaws, Carrie, Amy, and Suzanne. Jack was a proud grandfather to Jackson, Carson, Madison, Bria, Blake, Avery, Rylie, Brady and Koby. In his retirement years, Jack loved spending time with his grandchildren and was always their favorite babysitter. Jack is also survived by

his sister-in-laws, Diane Mucik and Sandra Harrington and her husband, Dale. He also has numerous nieces and nephews; and his new dog, Bandit. Services were held Jan. 31, 2013, with a Mass of Christian burial at St. Joseph Church, Meriden, followed by internment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Meriden YMCA, 110

West Main Street, Meriden, CT 06450. Arrangements are under the direction of the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 East Main St., Meriden, CT 06450 . For online condolences please visit jferryfh. com

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when they are available for calls. Unless there is an eminent need, such as weather related emergencies like Hurricane Sandy, the fire houses are unoccupied. This is why volunteers need to live or work in the area in order to respond as quickly as possible to a call. Some men and women choose to learn from the volunteer fire department because they might want to take the next step and become a paid firefighter for a career, according to Blais. “We are okay with that,” he said. “We request they stay on longer than one year. There are certain people with other endeavors that they want to move ahead.” There is a retention bonus for town volunteers based on

rank as firefighter, foremen, officer and chief. There also is a “paper-call.” Volunteers get paid a fix amount per call depending on the severity. For example, burning building versus cat stuck in a tree. Volunteers also receive a bonus for a certain amount of meetings they attend. “That’s to encourage people to make the calls because people are busy and they do have day jobs. It pays for the gas and people do appreciate that nowadays,” Pepe said. “Especially for those people

who are around town all the time because if you have three calls a day, you are constantly driving back and forth (to scene or firehouse) and you can burn up a quarter tank of gas.” Pepe said the retention program is not bringing in a lot of people, but it is appreciated by the people who volunteer. In all, Blais and Pepe said they “love being firefighters,” and the rewards are worth the hours put in. “Plus,” Blais said, “the older you get, the bigger your toys get.”

Continued from page 3 you want but when you actually get on scene and do it 100 percent live, that’s where you get all the experience,” Pepe said. During the day time, it sometimes is a struggle to get people for calls because volunteering is a secondary job, Blais said. Firefighters only have their wireless radio transmitters on when they are available. Volunteers inform their departments as to

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Anthony G. Gagliardi, of Berlin, a cadet at Virginia Military Institute, Virginia, was among the 1,500 people who marched in this year’s presidential Inaugural parade. The cadets’ participation marks the 14th time the VMI Corps of Cadets has participated in a presidential Inaugural parade. Casey Merola, of Berlin, has been selected to represent Connecticut as a National Youth Delegate to the 2013 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University in June.

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your church undergone renovations, received recognition, offered a new program, or grown its congregation? Do you have a new pastor, organist, choirmaster or religion teacher? Have you undertaken a social or charitable mission or traveled on behalf of your church? Have you written an essay or sermon that could inspire a wider audience? Does the church have an anniversary or celebration it would like to publicize? Are there traditions or practices you’d like the community to know more about? All of these activities are newsworthy and we’d like to publish submissions of this kind in our faith section. If you like to write and have a story to tell that involves your faith community, send it to news@theberlincitizen.com and put “faith sub(203) 317-2303 FAX (203) 235-4048

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training her dogs. She became a student of the sport. She loved attending competitions, talking with and cheering on fellow competitors, always helping wherever she could to make a trial run smoothly. She is survived by her lifelong best friend, Joyce E. Rivers; her sister, Melissa T. Cohen; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Peter A. and Ann Turner and Mark A. and Debbie Turner; her nieces and nephews, Melissa Kozusko (Dan), Debbie Turner, Alex Turner (Michelle), Cassandra Cohen and Stephanie Turner. She is also survived by her second family, the Rivers and the Arisco’s. A memorial service was held Jan. 27, 2013, at The Wallingford Funeral Home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be sent to the New England Sheltie Rescue, New England Sheltie Rescue, c/o Donna Vera, 274 Colburn Rd., Canturbury, CT. 063311117, pond-house.com/ nesheltierescue, or the Animal Cancer Foundation, 129 Glover Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850, acfoundation.org Online memorial at wallingfordfh.com.

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To the editor, Many thanks to all those who generously donated their time and/or money to support the third annual Worthington Ridge luminary display on Christmas Eve. This enormous undertaking would never be possible without you. Pack5 Tiger Den was well-represented and these young boys did an awesome job arranging the votive candles. A special thanks to the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department for purchasing teddy bears for

each child taken during the Newtown tragedy. That touching display on the lawn of the Berlin Congregational Church is one we will never forget. Thanks to the Berlin Congregational Church for donating the use of their hall and to the Town of Berlin Public Grounds Department for delivering sand to the church. What became a vision of ours has now become a tradition for our town that we hope to continue for years to come. We can’t thank you enough for your support. The true meaning of Christmas is when we reach out to help others – to all of you who helped, know that you made a beautiful, reflective Christmas Eve memory for all those who took a drive down the Ridge. Doug and Chris Rose Berlin

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Full-day kindergarten, an investment in our future By Phyllis A. Kindelan and J. Leo Gagne Special to The Citizen The Town of Berlin’s 20132014 budget season is upon us and over the course of the next several months, our community’s elected leadKindelan ers will engage in the traditional – and sometimes trying – deliberations that such processes require. Gagne As with any municipal budget, education represents the singlelargest line item expense. Difficult fiscal challenges must be faced and decisions must be made. One of those decisions, in our considered opinion, must be to move forward with the implementation of full-day kindergarten in Berlin’s public schools beginning this fall. As long-time Berlin residents and parents with nowgrown children who attended our fine schools, we know our community. As board

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ence. Full-day kindergarten in each of our communities remains one of our goals. The full-day kindergarten movement is gaining momentum. Plainville is implementing full-day kindergarten. Southington is seriously considering it. New Britain and more than 70 school districts throughout Connecticut are already on board. Communities across America are choosing the prudent path, investing in their futures and their quality of life. Berlin and its children must keep pace. We heartily encourage our elected leaders, and the people of Berlin, to embrace full-day kindergarten. Phyllis Kindelan is chair and J. Leo Gagne is vicechair and chair-elect of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, which serves Berlin, Plainville, Southington and New Britain. Both are Berlin residents.

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Encouraging children to visit the library Helen Aveline Special to The Citizen

“Take Your Child to the Library Day,” held on the first Saturday in February, was launched in February 2012 as a Connecticut library community event. With over 120 libraries and 15,000 attendees participating nationally, the grassroots movement was a tremendous success. Now, less than a year after the original event, there are

now over 250 participating libraries in 34 states and 3 countries. Libraries across the nation and around the world will be encouraging parents and caregivers to bring children to the library by offering special events and giveaways. New books will be displayed and library cards given out all to raise even more awareness of the benefits of your local public library. Here in Berlin on Saturday, Feb. 2, there will be an all-day guessing jar game; a family craft activity, from 1 to 3 p.m.; and hourly raffle drawings. Children of all ages may check out a great Valentine book and make a card for someone special on Saturday, Feb. 9, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Celebrate the long Presidents’ Holiday weekend with these fun events. On Friday, Feb. 15, at 1:30 p.m.,

come make a tasty treat. We will work together to melt chocolates then pour them into a mold to make chocolate lollipops that are both delicious and beautiful. This program is for children in grades one to five, with an adult. Stop in or call (860) 828-7125 to register. Looking for some fun and laughter? The Airborne Jugglers are unforgettable. Astounding team juggling will amaze your eyes as upbeat music fills your ears. You’ll erupt into riotous laughter as audience members are plucked from the crowd and become the stars of the show. This hilarious program is for children in grades Kindergarten to five. Please stop in or call to register. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 1:30 p.m., will feature Family Movie Time. Join us for the showing of “Dragons: Rid-

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Meeting President Barack Obama Nick Gendron Special to The Citizen

Through the People to People Ambassador Program, I recently had an amazing experience visiting Washington, D.C., for six days. Gendron My favorite part of the trip was watching the 2013 Presidential Inauguration and seeing President Barack Obama taking his second term oath in office. I am thrilled that I was given the opportunity to witness a moment in history in person. I also got to see live musicians. My favorite artist to see was Beyonce who is a wonderful

singer with a talented voice. I was also lucky enough to attend the inaugural ball. I couldn’t believe that President Obama was actually in front of me in person and spoke to the group. He said “you are all special people and can do great things in life.” This statement moved me in a great way. I know I can achieve my goals, just like Mr. Obama, as long as I work hard and put in my all. I was able to take a picture with him and my group after the speech. The very best part was when Mr. Obama’s shook my hand. That was an incredible experience. During my trip, I visited the Arlington Cemetery, where rows of graves lay over what was once soldiers The graves reminded me of

soldiers lining up to fight during combat. During the visit, I got to see where John F. Kennedy was buried. I also made new friends from all across the country through the program. I had a wonderful time on my trip with the People to Peo ple Ambassador Program and will have life long memories. Nick Gendron is a sixth grade student at McGee Middle School. While in fifth grade, he was awarded by the People to People Ambassador Program for demonstration outstanding leadership skills. Through the program, Gendron attended the presidential inauguration and ball, met the president and also toured Washington, D.C.

ers of Berk.” Enjoy the further adventures of Hiccup and his friends on the Island of Berk. Feel free to bring a comfy seat and a snack. Run time: 88 minutes, rated PG. This is a drop-in program for children of all ages. Finally, in conjunction with the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington, we will be presenting “Play for All,” a playgroup for children with special needs on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Join us for this special playtime that’s fun for children of all ages and gives

parents the opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other. This is a drop-in program held one Saturday a month here, and one Saturday a month in Newington. And don’t forget a good book, of course. Ask our friendly children’s staff to show you some of the newest titles in the collection or some old favorites. Hope to see you soon! Helen Aveline is library director of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Libray. To contact Aveline, email haveline@ town.berlin.ct.us.

Democratic Town Committee adopts gun control resolution The Berlin Democratic Town Committee endorsed President Barack Obama’s gun control proposals at its Jan. 17 meeting. The following resolution regarding the continuing gun violence in America, as stated by former Town Attorney and Town Councilman Steven Anderson, was unanimously adopted: “We expect that the U.S. Congress will immediately enact legislation to fully implement President Obama’s proposals for curbing gun violence including requiring universal background checks and bans on military style assault weapons and high capacity ammunition magazines.” This resolution will be forwarded to the U.S. Congress. Town Committee Chairman Fred Jortner said “In the wake of the Newtown tragedy, we felt it was important to add our voice to the growing number of individuals and organizations that are demanding swift legislative action to begin to address the out of control violence occurring in our country.” Submitted by the Berlin Democratic Town Committee

Show us your winter wear We’d like to see you in your favorite hat, mittens, earmuffs, galoshes and scarves. Winter wear makes its own fashion statement and here’s your chance to show off yours. Did you knit your mittens, buy that snowsuit in the Alps or inherit those leg warmers? Do you have stylish snowshoes or whimsical Wellies (rain boots)? Tell us about it when you send in a photo of yourself or a family member decked out in their fashion forward snow gear. We’ll publish your submissions in an upcoming edition of The Berlin Citizen. Send to news@theberlincitizen.com.

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checking and installing weather stripping and insulation, clean out the gutters and repair roof leaks. Check to make sure the heating systems are clean, working properly and ventilated to the outside. Inspect fire places and chimneys. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and check them monthly. And be prepared for power outages. Prepare the car for winter. Service the radiator, check antifreeze level, and make sure tires are suitable for winter weather. Keep the gas tank full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines. Use wintertime formula for the windshield washer. Keep a winter emergency kit in the car and learn safety rules in preparation of become

stranded in the car. Check on family and neighbors There are those who are especially at risk from cold weather hazards: young children, older adults and the chronically ill. For those who have pets, bring them inside or provide adequate, warm shelter and unfrozen water to drink. For more information on staying safe and healthy in winter, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov/Features/WinterWeather/index.html. For more information on snow shoveling and heart dangers presented in this article, visit the Federal Emergency Management Agency at m.fema.gov/ wi_during.htm. Submitted by the Plainville-Southington Regional Health District.

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A rabid raccoon was discovered in a residential area of Berlin recently and currently there is a resident who is undergoing post-exposure treatment, according to the Central Connecticut Health District. Residents should be alert for animals in local neighborhoods that appear to be suspicious. Any mammal can get rabies, whether wild or domesticated. In the U.S., the most common wild animals that carry rabies are raccoons, skunks, bats, foxes and coyotes. Cats, dogs and cattle also are susceptible to the virus.

Rabies is a disease that attacks the nervous system. It is usually transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal into an open wound or the mucous membranes of the eyes or mouth of an uninfected person or animal. The most common mode of transmission of the rabies virus to people is through the bite of an infected animal. Handling a rabid animal, or coming into contact with its blood, urine or feces, does not result in transmission of the disease. No medical treatment is required. Any infected material from the host becomes noninfectious

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The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Feb. 11, at 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 1:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Entertainment will be provided by Al Leone.

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The “Good Life Functional Fitness Group” is a free group exercise program for active seniors. Sponsored by the Jerome Home, it is designed to improve health and help to achieve wellness. Level I classes are scheduled for Mondays and Fridays, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Level II classes are scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., both at the Community Center. Classes will run through March 29. The program is free. Space is limited, reservations are requested.

For more information, call (860) 229-4707.

Energy Assistance Program The Berlin Senior Center will accept Energy Assistance applications for seniors who heat with a deliverable fuel (oil, propane or kerosene), gas and electric. Applications will be taken on Feb. 6 and 28. Appointments are required. For a complete list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call Jane at (860) 828-7006.

Senior Golf Association The Timberlin Senior Golf Association has scheduled its annual breakfast meeting for Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 8 a.m., at the Senior Center. Snow date is Feb. 13. All Timberlin Senior Golf Association members and prospective members, retired Berlin resi-

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

Senior Lunch Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Feb. 4: Apricot glazed chicken breast, whipped potatoes, Capri blend vegetables, multi grain bread, fresh apple. Tuesday, Feb. 5: Hearty vegetables, soup, meatloaf with mushroom gravy, diced potatoes, beats, split tip wheat bread, tropical fruit cup. Wednesday, Feb. 6: Pork stir fry with au jus and vegetables, brown rice, rye bread, pineapple chunks. Thursday, Feb. 7: Grape juice, un-breaded veal parmesan, baked ziti with marinara sauce, salad, whole wheat roll, cake. Friday, Feb. 8: Cranberry juice, white fish filet with lemon sauce, baked yam, marinated cucumbers, pumpernickel bread, apricots.

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We welcome more amazing physicians to the hospital Rafal Barczak, M.D. Colorectal Surgery Practice: Hartford Clinical Associates, 455 Lewis Ave., Meriden, 203-238-1241 Education: University of Connecticut School of Medicine; general surgery internship/residency, University of Connecticut Integrated General Surgery Residency Program, during which he was also a chief resident; colorectal research fellowship and colorectal clinical fellowship, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, Fla.

Krzysztof Kopec, M.D. Gastroenterology Practice: One Liberty St., 2nd floor, New Britain, 860-229-9688 Education: University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, N.J.; internal medicine internship/residency, Brown University – Rhode Island and Miriam hospitals, Providence, R.I.; gastroenterology fellowship, Lahey Clinic, Burlington, Mass. He is fluent in Polish.

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Storms Continued from page 1 “Our salt quantity and stock is healthy right now,” Simonian said. “If winter continues the way it is with the frequency of the snow storms, then we should be okay with our existing budget. But if it gets more severe with two or three storms a week, then we might need to ask council for more funding.” Public Works is using a new, treated road salt from Cargill Deicing. The state has recommended all towns to purchase and use treated salt from a list of companies found on its website. Simonian said the magnesium chloride salt is “environmentally friendly” because sand is not used with the mixture. “That’s the biggest benefit,” he said. “You just put it down as a pure salt base without any sand for traction and it lasts longer than the regular salt and sand mixture.” Typically at night when temperatures get colder and roads freeze up with ice, the Public Works Department used to get numerous phone calls to go back out and reapply salt. “If we put a good coating down before the end of the day, this salt tends to last into the night and we don’t get the phone calls to come back in on overtime and reapply,” Simonian said. In the spring, Public Works employees would have to drive around town with a sweeper to clear the roads of sand and also clean catch basins with a vacuum truck to rid the runoff sand that the melted snow and ice carried. “The amount of time we used to spend on cleaning up

lessness; sudden mood changes; excessive drooling; abnormal activity during the time of day the animal is usually inactive; eating substances that are not normally eaten; paralysis. If any of these signs are present, contact the local animal control officer or the police. To learn more about rabies in both humans and animals, contact the Centers for Disease Control at 1-800CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636), or visit cdc.gov/rabies.

roads and sediments is reduced by approximately 50 percent,” Simonian said. “We probably saved anywhere from $40,000 to $50,000 a year on cleanup costs for not only sweeping the sand in the springtime, but also disposing of it. That’s purely related to using the pretreated salt instead of the sand mixture.” Simonian said crews use the salt sparingly since it’s more expensive than the regular mix. The trucks are preset to put out a certain rate as the salt is being applied, and the drivers adjust the dial to what the road conditions dictate. Simonian said if the roads are slick because of ice, then drivers will increase the quantity if needed. The town has 12 large dump trucks and several smaller dump trucks that are used for plowing. There also are two pickup trucks that are used to plow certain roads that the highway superintendent foreman uses, according to Simonian. Public Works is responsible for maintaining 107 miles of road in town, a total of 214 miles when plowed both directions. Simonian said the snow removal crew and salt material is always prepared in advance for a snowstorm. He said employees are not allowed to take any extended vacation time in the winter in order for all workers to be on call if a storm hits. “Typically we see the brunt of the winter usually at the end of February,” he said. “Even if we get a few snow storms in March, they tend to melt quicker because the sun is a stronger. We are hoping to get through February and maybe the first week of March.”

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Donald St. Jarre, 80, beloved husband of Regina (Bossie) St. Jarre for 55 years, passed away on Jan. 24, 2013. Born in Frenchville, Maine, April 17, 1932, and a longtime resident of Kensington, he was the son of the late Leo and Odile (Dubois) St. Jarre. He worked at Fafnir Bearing for 32 years. After retirement, he worked at St. Paul School for 10 years. He was a Korean War Veteran, and a member of the Franco American War Veterans of St. Jean’s de Baptiste of New Britain. He was a fan of the Boston Red Sox, UConn Women’s Basketball and NASCAR. He was predeceased by his brother, Leo St. Jarre Jr. He leaves behind a daughter, Debbie Morin, of Forestville; two sons, Brian St. Jarre and wife Nancy and Daniel St. Jarre and wife Lori both, of Kensington; two brothers Wallace St. Jarre, of Avon, and Dudley St. Jarre and wife Ernestine, of Southington; and sisters Doris Corriveau and husband Rondald, of Colchester, Beatrice Dufour and husband Gerald, of Madawaska, Maine. He also leaves his grandchildren, Desiree Ashborn and husband Nick, Amanda and Shelby Morin, Monique and Gabrielle St. Jarre, Reggie and Tyler St. Jarre, as well as two great-grandchildren, Maverick and Weston Ashborn. Services were held Jan. 28, 2013, from the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Entombment followed in St. Mary Cemetery Garden Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul Church, or to a charity of the donor’s choice. To light a candle or send a condolence, please visit FarrellFuneralHome.com.

The Berlin Citizen Thursday, January 31, 2013

CitizenSports

Veneziano: ‘These kids fought back’

Coats’ Notes

Berlin on a roll after stumbling early

Win streak reaches 13 for girls hoop; Zima takes second at Challenge

By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

The Berlin High School boys basketball team could have been forgiven for waving the proverbial white flag this winter. A young squad, the Redcoats lost five of their first six games, including two straight at the buzzer. At that point, with more than a quarter of the season in the books, qualifying for the state tournament seemed highly unlikely. The locals pressed on however, regrouped, and headed into this week with a record of 7-6. That mark left them just one win away from punching a ticket to the postseason with seven games to go. “I’m very proud of the kids,” said BHS coach Mike Veneziano. “A lot of times, when you’re 1-5 it’s a lot easier just to fold than it is to fight back, especially in today’s society when it seems like everyone has an excuse for something. But these kids fought back. Full credit goes to the kids. They’ve done a tremendous job putting themselves in a position to make the tournament.” Veneziano said there was no magic fix that led to the Redcoat resurgence. “The kids are just playing better. They’re buying into the system a little Photo by Matt Leidemer more, executing a lot better than we Berlin’s Brenden Vessichio launches a 3-pointer in a were at the beginning of the year offen-

game against Tolland last week. The Redcoats pre-

See Hoop, page 23 vailed that night and headed into this week at 7-6.

Solid showing Photo by Matt Leidemer

The Berlin High School cheerleaders competed in the Connecticut Classic Cheerleading Competition Saturday in Wolcott, placing second in the All-Girl Varsity division. The BHS cheerleaders will be going for a third consecutive conference grand championship title Saturday, Feb. 2, at the Central Connecticut Conference championships. Pictured: Quinn McCurdy (foreground), Carly Vernacatola (left) and the BHS cheerleaders perform at the Connecticut Classic competition.

By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen In its biggest win of the season to this point, the girls basketball team knocked off E.O. Smith, 48-42, in Storrs to improve to 13-1. Berlin used a balanced scoring attack to win the battle of Central Connecticut Conference big dogs. Ashley Malloy netted 12 points for the victors, followed by Kailene Rampone and Paige Young each with 11 and Alicia Maule with 10. Young also contributed 12 rebounds, four assists and three steals. “As far as the E.O. Smith game, we played a great ‘team’ game,” BHS coach Sheila King was pleased to report. “Scoring was very balanced, which makes us difficult to defend. Contributions came from everyone.” The Lady Redcoats built a 29-12 halftime lead, and that proved enough of a cushion to hold off the Panthers (11-2). Defensively, the locals received a great effort from Malloy and Maule. Also, King highlighted the play of Courtney Trzasko, Brittany Sullivan and Abby Underwood. “All in all, an awesome win for us on the road against a very good CCC rival,” King said. “I commend the girls for their focus, intensity and game execution. We look forward to a solid finish with just five games left in the regular season.” Berlin capped the week with a 57-51 victory over host Middletown (7-8), extending its win streak to 12 straight. Young paced her team with 16 points. Rampone had 13 and Maule added 11. The wrestling team compiled 88 points and finished 10th at the Connecticut Challenge in Southington. “We had a solid day,” BHS coach Jim Day stated. Berlin turned in its best work in the middle weights. Rich Schlichting was third at 132, Jake Eliades took third at 145, and Jordan Zima was runner-up at 170. Battling injuries this winter, Day said Zima “has really showed mental toughness as he is working his way through this season.” Day also liked what he saw from Riley Greider and Kevin Pirruccio. Greider placed fifth at 108 pounds, and along the way avenged an early-season loss to an opponent from Bacon Academy. See Notes, page 23

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Youth Sports

Road warriors

Basketball

Fourth grade travel Newington 26, Berlin 24: Nate Capodice and Johnny McGeever paced Berlin offensively while Logan Barnes helped on the defensive end. Canton 35, Berlin 27: Justin Piskorski and Trevor Miano combined for 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to lift Berlin. Sam D’Addabbo played well defensively for the locals. Third/fourth grade Parks and Recreation Hoosiers 24, Panthers 20: Hoosiers scorers - Michael Ciarcia (8), Michael Muscutello (6), Jamie Palmese (4), Ryan Stec (4). Panthers scorers - Duncan Mute (8), Brett Williams (6), John Cofrancesco (4), Nicholas Allen (2). Huskies 24, Blue Devils 11: Huskies scorers - Jackson Roman (6), Kasey Ouellette (6), Sean Malone (6), David Manafort (4). Blue Devils scorers - Nathaniel Hurd (5), Aaron Kuckel (2), Ryan McGowan (2), Nathan Paul (2). Celtics 25, #1’s 7: Celtics scorers - Sal Dastoli (8), John Gaffney (6), Kyle Hyde (4), Alex Canzellarini (3). #1’s scorers Ben Schultz (4), Matthew Lantere (2), Johnny Iacubucci (1). Fighting Irish 19, Tar Heels 12: Fighting Irish scorers Braden Shea (8), Khalil Gooden (6), Nicholas Jutras (3), Chas Lappiere (2). Tar Heels scorers - Garrett Fallon (4), Anthony Argazzi (2), Chris Bantle (2), Kyle Carlone (2).

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It was the Meriden Invitational Duals and the host didn’t let up as they topped the Berlin Minutemen 12-6. Winning by pin for Berlin were Braden Shea, Cayden Hill, Daniel Koops, Marcus Kelly-Johnson and Zachary Skinner. The most exciting match was Eddy Lenz’s come-from-behind, 10-9, win at the buzzer. The Minutemen opened the duals with a 14-6 loss to Southington. Winning for Berlin were Luke Mangiafico, Connor Gileau, Mason Hill, Serge Duquette and Vinny DeFrancesco. In the final match of the day, Berlin beat Cheshire 9-3 to place third in the team standings. Winning were Braden Shea, Daniel, Matthew and Niko Koops, Jacob Wagner, Marcus Kelly-Johnson and Zachary Skinner. Prior to the duals, the Minutemen dropped a 51-32 decision to the Knights of Coventry. Picking up wins for Berlin were Tanner Parmelee, Cayden Hill, Matthew Koops, Mason Hill, Isaac Cortes, Rory Mayer and Zachary Koops.

Top: Three young Berlin Minutemen traveled to Oxford High School for a beginner’s tournament: Bantam Zachary Skinner took first with two pins and a technical fall, Intermediates - Rory Mayer took second with two pins, and Jacob Wagner was third. Skinner, Mayer and Wagner are pictured. Below: Local athletes Michael Bryant and Sam Willametz competed in the Abie Grossfeld Gymnastics Invitational at the University of Bridgeport. The boys medaled on all six events and took all-around first place in their age divisions. The meet drew gymnasts from Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Bryant and Willametz, Level 4 gymnasts, compete for American Gymnastics Training Center in Plantsville.

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The Connecticut North Men’s Senior Baseball League will begin its 25th season this spring. The CNMSBL is an amateur baseball league for players age 28 and older. Although officially a 28-and-older league, players age 25 and older may compete, but not pitch or catch. CNMSBL games are seven innings, and most are played on Sundays. Interested players and teams should contact CNMSBL President Dennis Lodovico at (860) 515-6865; cnmsbl@sbcglobal.net. For more information, visit cnmsbl.com.

Senior golf

The Timberlin Senior Golf Association will hold its Annual Breakfast Meeting Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Senior Center (Snow date: Feb. 13). Breakfast is served at 8 a.m. TSGA members and prospective members — retired Berlin residents age 60 and over — are invited to attend.

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American girls

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The American Gymnastics optional girls team competed in their first meet Jan. 12 at Westfield University in Massachusetts. The Level 7 girls placed third with Taryn Meenan (Plantsville) placing first in all-around. The Level 8 girls captured first place. Victoria Castillo (Southington) won allaround. The American Gymnastics Level 8 team is pictured, front row, from left: Jenna Paradis (Kensington), Kaitlyn Bertola (Southington), Briana Paparazzo (West Hartford), Brianna Rovella (Farmington), Marilyn Sporbert (Plantsville) and Tisha Donlon (Cromwell). Back row, from left: with trophy Victoria Castillo (Southington) and Rosa Palmieri (Cheshire).

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Wrestling what Day called “his best day of the year,” Pirruccio landed in fifth place at 138. St. Anthony, N.Y. took the team title with 187 points. Glastonbury (142.5) and Dracut, MA (139.5) rounded out the top three. The indoor track teams turned in some good work at the Central Connecticut Conference championship meet in Hartford. The 4x800 relay team of Catherine Voelpel, Kristen Madiea, Stef Parillo and Michelle Grieco finished fifth in a school-record time of 10:09, which is 13 seconds

faster than the foursome’s previous best. In other CCC meet action, Voelpel set a personal best in the 300 (43.4) and landed in ninth place, and Grieco finished 11th in the 3,200 (12:09). Also, the Lady Redcoat 4x200 team of Sam Carbonell, Taylor Budney, Marissa Silva and Gina Lapila clocked a time of two minutes flat, and Budney had a personal best in the 300 meters (44.5). On the boys side, Berlin’s 4x200 relay team of Kevin Russell, Darren Grabowski, Matt Kall and Toby Hull clocked a best time of 1:40. Grabowski also competed in the 55 and the 300. He finished 13th out of the 42 participants in the 300.

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Pasta supper - The IPIC of Berlin has scheduled a pasta supper for Thursday, Jan. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., at 16 Harding St. A fee is charged. Proceeds benefit the new kitchen fund. Tickets may be purchased in advanced by calling (860) 828-9010. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays, from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m., at the church. For more information, call Scoutmaster KC Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays, from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m., at the Community Center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Basketball - Berlin vs. Bristol Eastern, at Bristol Eastern, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball - BHS vs. Bristol Eastern, at BHS, 7 p.m.

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, January 31, 2013 (860) 829-1832. Boys swimming - Berlin vs. Plainville, at Plainville, 4 p.m.

Baby is a one-yearold princess that is affectionate and sweet. She appears to be a Siamese mix, as many black cats are, and will scoop her food up with her right paw. Cookie is a Maine Coon mix and a free spirit. She is affectionate on her own terms. She is active and entertaining. For more information, call (860) 828-5287. View all of the adoptable pets at fobac.org. Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled its annual Italia Night pasta dinner fundraiser with live music for Friday, Feb. 1, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Menu includes pasta, meatballs, salad, garlic bread, Italian cookies, beverages and a complimentary glass of wine for adults. Proceeds benefit Hungerford’s animals. A fee is charged. No reservations are required. For more information, call (860) 827-9064. Boys swimming - Berlin vs. Avon, at Miss Porter’s pool, 7 p.m.

Saturday

Wrestling - Berlin vs. New Fairfield, away, 9:30 a.m.

Hockey -NewingtonBerlin ice hockey vs. North Branford, at Newington Ice Arena, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday

Concert - The New Britain Symphony has scheduled a performance of the Samuel Parker Jazz Quartet for Sunday, Feb. 3, at 3 p.m., at Mooreland Hill School. The event is free; a free-will offering will be accepted to benefit the symphony and the Mooreland Hill School Scholarship Fund.

Monday

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vs. Platt, at Platt, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball - Berlin vs. Platt, at BHS, 7 p.m.

Tuesday

Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, serves pasta suppers every Tuesday, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. No reservations are required. The public is welcome. A fee is charged. For more information, call (860) 828-9102 after 5 p.m. Hubbard PTO - The Hubbard Elementary School PTO is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m., in the teachers’ room at the school. All parents and guardians of Hubbard students are welcome. Playgroup - Kensington Congregational Church offers a drop-in adult/child playgroup every Tuesday, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. This is an unstructured time for children to meet and play. For more information, call (860) 828-4511. Boy Scout Troop 256 Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings, at the Kensington Firehouse. For information, call Ed Alicea, Scoutmaster at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scout Troop 44 Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays, at 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church. For information, call the troop committee chair at

Wednesday

All Night Graduation The All Night Graduation Committee is scheduled to meet Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m., in the library at Berlin High School. Learn more about the Class of 2013 program to keep students safe on graduation night. Parents, guardians, older siblings and members of the community are welcome. Raising Berlin - Raising Berlin is scheduled to meet Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 7:15 p.m., at the Kensington Fire House on Farmington Avenue. Rebecca Szewczul, licensed massage therapist, is scheduled to speak. Wrestling - Berlin vs. Plainville, Kegel gym, 6 p.m. Hockey -NewingtonBerlin ice hockey vs. E.O. Smith-Tolland-Windham, at UConn Hockey Arena, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday

Junior Woman’s Club The Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin is scheduled to meet Thursday, Feb. 7, at Sage Pond Place. Social is at 6:45; meeting at 7 p.m. Boys Basketball - Berlin vs. Bulkeley, at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball - BHS vs. Bulkeley, at Bulkeley High School Field House, 6 p.m.

Friday

Boys swimming - Berlin vs. Lyman Hall, at Sheehan pool, 4 p.m.

Saturday

Hockey -NewingtonBerlin ice hockey vs. Rocky Hill-RHAM-Middletown, at Champions Rink, 8:30 p.m.

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The Berlin Pack 5 Scouts, sponsored by Willard Elementary School, visited Battleship Cove in Fall River, Mass. At Battleship Cove, Scouts explored the world’s largest collection of historic naval ships. After touring battleship Massachusetts, destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., submarine Lionfish, PT Boats 617 and 796, and the Russian missile corvette Hiddensee, Scouts, their parents and adult leaders spent the night on board the USS Massachusetts. Battleship Cove’s Nautical Nights program included a knot tying class, storyteller, living history presenter, major motion picture and a Morse-code class. Battleship Cove serves as the Commonwealth’s official memorial for Massachusetts citizens of all military branches who lost their lives in World War II, and the Korean, Vietnam and Persian Gulf conflicts, and the Commonwealth’s victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

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The wedding of David N. Loiselle Ill and Elizabeth M. Dostaler took place on Sept. 29, 2012, at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church in Easthampton, MA. David is a son of David and Mary Helen Loiselle, of Kensington. Elizabeth is the daughter of the late Michele Dostaler, and the granddaughter of Rita Laprade. David is the grandson of Patricia Green and the late David and Lorraine Loiselle and Ernest C. Green. The bride was given in marriage by her uncle Denis Laprade. Best man was David Kops. Maid of honor was Kaitlyn Dostaler, sister of the bride. Bridesmaid was Amanda Czerwiec, Dana Baker was junior bridesmaid. Melinda Loiselle, sister of the groom, served as groom’s woman. Ryan and Patrick Baker served as ushers. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Pages Loft, Northampton, MA. The couple honeymooned in Clearwater, Fla. They reside in Easthampton, MA.

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New books “Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power,” by Jon Meacham; “Shadow Woman,” by Linda Howard; “Wrath of Angels,” by John Connolly; “Husband List,” by Janet Evanovich; “Last Runaway,” by Tracy Chevalier; “Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker,” by Jennifer Chiaverini; “Footprints in the

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Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Adult programs Adult Winter Reading Club: Warm Up with a Good Book. Sign up online at berlinpeck.lib.ct.us. Participants will be treated to a tea party in March. Sit and Knit - Thursday, Feb. 7 and 21, at 6 p.m. Do you know how to knit, but following a pattern is difficult for you? Are you a begin-

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Station Continued from page 1 Manager Denise McNair said. “We are trying to be mindful, because there is a business right in the back of the site that might be affected if the demolition were to just happen. That’s where we stand at the moment with the attorney.” The new police station is part of a larger project to revitalize the area around the train station. The town is currently working towards renovating the train station. The state is also working to install the high speed New Haven Hartford Springfield rail, which includes track and cable upgrades in Berlin’s and a new parking lot. “We’re trying to coordinate with the state because they are working on the parking lot for the train station at the same time,” McNair said. “We’d like to synchronize everything so the demolitions can be done in phases or at once. That’s also part of the issue of why the start of construction for the police station is taking a while.” Moving the police station downtown helps attract businesses and deters crime because people get to see the police, McNair said. “I think it’s a matter of change in philosophy among police stations,” she said. “If you look at Middletown, Wethersfield, New Britain,

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Berlin Congregational The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled its annual pasta dinner and auction for Saturday, Feb. 16, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Auction to follow. Tickets at the door or by calling (860) 828-6586. The Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with a fellowship coffee-hour immediately following. An adult-staffed crib room for children three and under is offered. The sanctuary is easily accessible

and other towns that built new police stations in the last five years, there is a move to bringing the station right downtown. Before, I think police stations might have been removed from the main areas, but now they think it’s best to put the station in the middle of it all.” There is a proposal for a new access road to be constructed after the train and police station projects are completed. The proposed road will curve past the police station, behind businesses on Farmington Avenue, and lead into the renovated train station, which will include 260 parking spaces. “That area will be beautiful once everything is put into place,” McNair said. “It’s been in the works for years now and Jim Mahoney (director of economic development) and a lot of people have been working towards. Especially with the high speed rails that will be put in place, it will be a homerun to revitalizing the area.” There has not been a referendum to designate money for a new police station at the site, but McNair said the police department has identified the location as the place it would like to relocate to after looking into many different sites. The town has not reached the point to designate and borrow money from the state for a new station. Daniel Jackson contributed to this story for people with physical limitations and equipped with personal-assist hearing devices. In addition to monthly communication, communion is offered Sundays, at 9:45 a.m., for anyone who wishes to participate. The Berlin Congregational Church scheduled Free Tot Time for every Thursday, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., for parents with babies up to 5 years old. Craft time, play session, snack time and holiday parties. No pre-registration is needed. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.

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The Den 4 Bears from Pack 41 visited Okay Industries in Berlin . Scouts toured the plant and learned how pieces of equipment are used to manufacture metal products.

Pet Continued from page 15 where their pets are venturing to. Don’t assume everybody uses pet safe products.” - It is sometimes necessary to shovel a pathway on the lawn and driveway for pets, especially for little dogs. - Outdoor cats might want to stay outside longer than they should. “I had a couple of times where my neighbor’s cat was out and didn’t want to go inside when they went out for the evening,” Miller said. “By the time the cat was ready to come inside, they weren’t home so I wound up kind of kidnapping the cat and putting it in my basement until they got home.” - Cats tend to crawl up under the hood of parked cars to keep warm, especially after a car engine has been running. “When drivers start their car, they can cause horrific injuries to a cat,” Miller said. “I’ve seen legs ripped off. If you park your car outside, look under the hood and make sure there isn’t a little critter there before you start it up again.” Valentine’s Day is coming up and with the holiday comes chocolate and candy. Chocolate is poisonous for dogs and sugar can be dangerous as well. There is an artificial sweetener called xylitol that is poisonous to animals.

The American Kennel Club offers the following precautions to keep in mind: - Wind chill makes days colder than actual temperature readings. Be attentive to your dog’s body temperature, and limit its time outdoors. - Adequate shelter is a necessity. Keep your dog warm, dry and away from drafts. Tiles and uncarpeted areas may become extremely cold, so make sure to place blankets and pads on floors in these areas. - Antifreeze, which often collects on driveways and roadways, is highly poisonous. Although it smells and tastes good to your dog, it can be lethal. - Be extra careful when walking or playing with your dog near frozen lakes, rivers or ponds. Your dog could slip or jump in and get seriously injured. - Groom your dog regularly. Your dog needs a wellgroomed coat to keep properly insulated. Short- or coarsehaired dogs may get extra cold, so consider a sweater or coat. Long-haired dogs should have excess hair around the toes and foot pads trimmed to ease snow removal and cleaning. If you do the trimming, take care not to cut the pads or other delicate area of the foot. - Feed your dog additional calories if it spends a lot of time outdoors or is a working animal. It takes more energy in the winter to keep body temperature regulated, so additional calories are necessary. - Towel or blow-dry your dog if it gets wet from rain or snow. It is important to dry and clean its paws, too. This helps avoid tiny cuts and cracked pads. A little petroleum jelly may soften the pads and prevent further cracking. - Don’t leave your dog alone in a car without proper precautions. If the car engine is left on, the carbon monoxide will endanger your dog’s life. If the engine is off, the temperature in the car will get too cold. - Be very careful of supplemental heat sources. Fireplaces and portable heaters can severely burn your dog. Make sure all fireplaces have screens, and keep portable heaters out of reach. - Like people, dogs seem to be more susceptible to illness in the winter. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you see any suspicious symptoms and don’t use over-the-counter medications on your dog without consulting a veterinarian.

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CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

CHESHIRE 2 Bdrm., 1 1/2 baths. Bayberry Knoll townhouse near I84. C ountry setting. Lovely 1200 square feet unit with patio. $975/month. Call 203-464-7544.

MERIDEN 2 BR Available Heat, Hot Water & Appliances incl. Off-Street parking. Available for immediate move in. Starting at $800 per month. 203-639-8751 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1 Flr. Liberty St. Recently renovated. Stove & refrig. WD hookup. Off st parking. Yard. Bsmnt storage. Sec 8 approved. $875. 203- 506-6398 MERIDEN 2 BR, 2nd Floor Off street parking, freshly painted, washer/dryer. $850 per mo. Section 8 approved. Grant St. No dogs. Call 203-213-3951 MERIDEN 3 BR. 1st Fl. Clean. Well maintained. 6 Gold St. Lg BRs, Sunny Kitchen. WD hookup. $925. Avail March 1. Sec 8 appr. Call Will 860-834-2876

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 2/3 BR Clean 1st Floor. New flooring, Appliances Off Street Parking. Section 8 Approved. Call (203) 376-4853 MERIDEN 92 Columbia St. 5 Rooms, Washer, Dryer, Stove & Refrigerator, $1000/mo + security. No pets. Off st parking. Pvt bsmnt, fenced-in yard. Duplex. Sec 8 approved. Available in February. Leave message after 6pm 860-347-2992 203 887-8805 MERIDEN Crown Village 2 BR Just renovated. Heat & Hot Water included. Pool access. $845 per month plus security. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-886-8808. MERIDEN Crown Village. Large 2BR Recently Remodeled w/ HW Floors. $900/mo. includes heat & hot water. Call 203-856-6472 MERIDEN Large 1 BR, 4 Rooms Many updates. Applianced. Quiet house. Heat & HW included. No pets no smoking. $775 plus security. 203 626-2320 MERIDEN Large 2 BR, 1.5 Baths, 1st FL. WD hookup. Off st parking. Randolph Ave. $695 /mo. 2 mos security + application fee req. No pets. Call 203-284-0597 MERIDEN Room Available. Deposit=$230 Utilities included! $115/Week. Available Now. Off Street Lighted Parking. 203-715-7866 MERIDEN Spacious 4BR, 2nd Flr Large Yard. Off St Parking. W/D hookup. 481 East Main St. $1175/mo. plus sec. Call 203294-1229 MERIDEN Studio Apartment For Rent. $600 per month Call 203-903-6413 or 203-440-1123 MERIDEN-1BR, 3rd Floor Remodeled. Separate utilities. References & good credit. $550 per Month. Call Jeff Owner /Agent 860-302-2987 MERIDEN-4BR 2nd & 3rd Floor. Liberty St. Recently Renovated Stove & Refrig, W/D hkup, OffSt Parking, Yard, Storage. Sec 8 approved. $1275 203 506-6398 MERIDEN. 3 BR, 1st Floor in 2 Family house. $950/mo. Newly Remodeled. No pets. Avail now! 203-500-9080 or 203-500-9090 MERIDEN. 3 BR, recently renovated, new carpets. Clean, spacious, off st parking. Avail immed. $875. Pets considered. Call Walt 203-464-1863. MERIDEN. East side. Furn Clean 2nd flr 1 BR, heat, hw, electric. Hdwd flrs. $845/ mo plus sec. 12pm-8pm, 203-630-3823 www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN. Priced to move quickly. 3 level, 2 BR Townhouse, hdwd flrs, laundry hookup, large level yard, 1 car gar, located on culde-sac. Won’t last at $1075. No pets. Vacancy Busters LLC, Ruth, 860-402-3960 PLAINVILLE 1 BR New Flrs, Close to 84 & 72. Includes H & HW, Electric, W/D Hookup. No Dogs/Smoking. $850/mo. Call (860) 747-9842

WALLINGFORD 1 + BR/5 Room Loc. + Clean. W to W. Fully appl. No Pets. Util not incl. Lease & Sec req. $800-$850 mo. 203-848-7955

WALLINGFORD 1 BR 3rd Flr In Town. Appliances Including W/D. No Pets, Sec & Refs. $725/mo. + utilities. Call 203-269-6391 WALLINGFORD 2BR, 1st Floor $850 Per Month Available Immediately. Call 203-284-0212

APARTMENTS FOR RENT ROCKFALL 2 BR, 5 Rms, Duplex Appls incl, WD Hookup Garage & Yard, No utils/pets. $900/mo. 1 mo sec. Credit ck. 860 349-1478 WALLINGFORD 3rd Fl, 2 BR. Cozy 4 rms. Stove & Refrig. Gas Heat & HW. Storage, wall to wall, hookups. Quiet area. No smoking /pets $695+ sec. 860 575-4915 WALLINGFORD 5 Large Rooms, 2nd Floor, Avaliable Now $995/mo. Call 203-213-6175 WALLINGFORD 70 Center Street Studios and 1BR Apartments $695-$750 per month Call Mike 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160 WALLINGFORD Clean, updated 2 BR Apartment. Quiet neighborhood. Water & Garbage incl. $900-$950 Per Month. (203) 464-0766 WALLINGFORD- 2 Room Apt. $675. No pets. 2 mo sec + refs. Call 203-265-0698 WALLINGFORD-Duplex 2BR, LR. Tiled Bath. Kitchen w/stove & fridge. Laundry hookups. $950 + utils. 2 mos sec dep. Agents RE (203) 949-0500 WINTER SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $695/month. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCLUDED. Private balcony. 203-639-4868

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com SOUTH MERIDEN Furnished Room For Rent. Background & Reference check. $135 Per Week Plus Security 203 623-4396

VACATION & SEASONAL RENTALS FLORIDA, Ft Myers Beach Condo for rent. Available peak & off-peak weeks in 2013. Luxury 2BR & 2BA, complete kitchen, DR, LR, & 3 balconies, located on the beautiful island of Ft Myers Beach, overlooking the Gulf Coast of Mexico. Incl. Heated pool, hot tub, tennis courts, recreation room, pool table, & more. Walking distance to golf course. Come enjoy the warm breeze & romantic sunsets as you relax on the clean, sandy white beach. Owner: Vern Hunter. Call Barbara Raffile at 203-514-5130 (Meriden) for more information.

OPEN HOUSES

SOUTHINGTON Open Sunday 1:00-3:00. Oversized Cape, set on 2.9 acr. in one of the finest cul-d-sacs , Lge Kit., St. Stl. Appl, Granite counters open to lge FR. w/fpl, 4 BRS 3.5 bths, flrshdw, tile & new carpets. Deep frt porch with ceiling fans & views of parklike grounds, French doors to rear porch & huge deck. Price reduced to $464,000. A must see at 90 Ciccio Rd. dir. Jude ln, lft on Mt Vernon, rt on Ciccio

Thursday, January 31, 2013 — The Berlin Citizen HOUSES FOR SALE

HELP WANTED ADVANCED HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCY, LLC PER-DIEM POSITIONS:

MERIDEN $139,900. Large 3 family near park- 2 units have 3 bedrooms, nice backyard, some notice to show needed but worth the wait. Call Toni Falcone for details 203-2655618

HOME HEALTH AIDE Current CT C.N.A Lic required PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS RNs Medical & Behavioral Health Contact Alina (860) 236-7701 ahhca@sbcglobal.net

Business Development Sales Representative The Record-Journal is looking for an energetic, creative, forward thinking individual to work full time to help develop print & digital advertising at this family owned media company.

HOUSE FOR SALE 280 Spring Lake Rd, Southington. 2,000 sq ft plus colonial. $295,000 Call (860) 877-4785

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

You will provide: *Demonstrated sales experience with a history of attaining goals *Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while being mindful of making revenue goals for each *Ability to converse with advertisers about both digital and print-based advertising campaigns

DIGITAL CONTENT EDITOR (Full Time-40 Hours) Experienced journalist needed to oversee and manage flow and presentation of digital news content on myrecordjournal.com and weekly web sites. This position requires the ability to build and maintain online and mobile news sections and manage social media presence and digital news alerts. You will work with reporters, photographers and other content producers on newsgathering, including video and leverage digital content for print use. You must have experience in writing and/or designing for the web; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at once; technical know-how for creation and production of graphics, photos, audio, video, web pages, and other online content.

MERIDEN. $107,900. Simple & smart scale down & go easy on the budget w/this 2BR ranch. Spacious living rm w/fp, EIK, fenced beautiful corner yard w/ covered patio & non thru st. Call Sue Farone 203-265-5618

Myrecordjournal.com Attn: Kim Boath New Media Sales Position 11 Crown Street Meriden CT 06450 or email: kboath@ record-journal.com Part-Time

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROP. WALLINGFORD-$159,900. Indus. Condo & business! All equip. included 1980 sqft, No. Plain. Come See! Call Sue Farone 203-265-5618

It's all here! Marketplace Ads (203) 238-1953

Order Processing Clerk Part-Time Data Entry Clerk to enter orders and assist with the processing of orders for shipping. Experienced keying skills, math and communication ability preferred. Knowledge of EDI Processing a plus. Please send resume to LymanHR@cshore.com or apply in person at Lyman Products Corp. 475 Smith Street Middletown, CT 06457 Full time work & Immediate Start Availability! Come grow with our newly expanded office. All Departments to be filled this week! No experience Req’d!

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE GENERAL HELP APPOINTMENT SETTERS Entry Level MGMT Sign on Bonus for FT Positions STARTING PAY Ranges per DPT. $9/HR-$590/week, +45K/year Call for Details/Email Contact Info 860-329-0317 & CTjobFair@Gmail.com

Find your dream home in Marketplace

Come join our fast growing team of contracted adult carriers who earn up to $13,000.00 annually delivering newspapers for up to 2 hours in the early morning. It is a great way to subsidize your annual income without interfering with your regular job or quality time at home. If you are interested in being contracted on a route or being a substitute in Wallingford, Meriden, Southington or Cheshire Please call Record-Journal Circulation

(203) 634-3933

If you are interested in joining our RecordJournal family, please email your resume to Eric Cotton at ecotton@record-journal.com. HELP WANTED AUTO BODY/PAINTERS HELPER. Zoel’s Auto Body is looking for energtic painters assistant with experience. Call for appt. (203) 237-6464

We will provide: *Team Atmosphere with members working towards common goals *Opportunity for growth *Competitive compensation package & benefits. If the opportunity to be a leader in our successful, community-minded organization excites you, forward your resume to:

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR DELIVERY CARRIERS WANTED

FIT. CLASS INSTR. - Early AM Certified group ex. instr. needed. Exp. pref. Apply at YMCA 961 S. Main St Cheshire Ph 203-272-3150

HIRING FOR SEASONAL CALL CENTER POSITIONS Wallingford, CT Headquarters 20+ HOURS PER WEEK

Apply during our Open House January 28th - February 1 st , 2013 at 95 Barnes Road, Wallingford, CT 9:00am – 5:00pm Or visit our Careers page at ediblearrangements.com EOE M/F/D/V

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Fosdick Fulfillment Corporation is accepting applications for full time positions for:

PACKERS Starting hourly rate - $8.50/hr. with 90 day review. We offer excellent benefits and a good working environment. Apply in Person between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm to: Fosdick Fulfillment Corporation 26 Barnes Industrial Road North Wallingford, CT 06492

HELP WANTED COAST 2 Coast Communications is looking for Direct Sales Agents to market & sell Comcast XFinity. Full Time Position. No Experience necessary. We will train. To schedule an interview please email Paul Miller at pmiller@c2ccorp.com. LOST Or Found. The RecordJournal will run your lost or found ad FREE in our Marketplace Section! Call 203238-1953 for details.

HELP WANTED

Job Fair Easter Seals Goodwill, Ind. is recruiting for various part time retail positions for Southington, Wallingford and Middletown. When: Tuesday, January 29 1pm - 4pm Where: 350 Queen Street Southington Visit our website: eastersealsgoodwill.org for more openings! EOE/AA - M/F/D/V

OUTSIDE SALES Do you love Sales? Do you like the Political Arena? Do you view Mom and Pop Business Owners as Heroes? Are you interested in the Connecticut General Assembly? Do you care how the United States Congress conducts it’s Business? Can you “Close” the Deal? For that right person … Six (6) figure income potential… Excellent Benefits! Local Territory…no overnights! Email resume to jackrobbins1950@comcast.net or fax resume to 615-932-5071. EOE PART-TIME ACCOUNTING & HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT Choate Rosemary Hall a nationally & internationally recognized independent secondary school is seeking a part-time Accounting & Human Resources Assistant, Mon-Fri, 4 hrs/day, year round, non-benefits eligible. This position is responsible for providing support to Financial & Human Resources Departments, including processing bank deposits, receipts, lockbox payments, payments, credits, charges, payroll audits, general ledger maintenance, assist with payroll & benefits process, & other duties as assigned. Candidates must have high school diploma or equivalent & have work experience in different areas of Financial/Business office such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, or General Ledger. Payroll and/or Human Resources experience preferred. Excellent knowledge of Excel & Word required. Please send resume with cover letter to: Human Resources, Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 Christian St. Wallingford, CT 06492 or email to hresouces@choate.edu.www. choate.edu

HELP WANTED

TOWN ENGINEER TOWN OF SOUTHINGTON The Town of Southington is seeking applicants for the position of Town Engineer. Under the general direction of the Town Manager, the position is responsible for performing and supervising professional work in the design and construction of public works improvements, in facilities construction and maintenance, and in public works contract administration. The Town Engineer supervises the technical and clerical engineering and sewer administration operations of the town and provides engineering consultation to town departments, boards and commissions and oversees maintenance of town maps, engineering plans and GIS data. Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is required, with five years of professional civil engineering experience, including at least two years in a municipal engineering office and two years of supervisory experience. Suitable experience may be substituted for educational attainment if deemed appropriate by the Town Manager or his designee. Possession of a Professional Engineer's license issued by the State of Connecticut is required. Out of state license which can be transferred to Connecticut within one year of appointment is acceptable. Salary range is $110,000 to $118,000 depending on qualifications. The position reports to the Town Manager. Complete position description is available on the Town of Southington's website, www.southington.org in the "Job Opportunities" section, or by contacting the Town Manager's office at 860-276-6200. Applications may be submitted by mail to: Garry Brumback, Town Manager 75 Main Street Southington, CT 06489 or emailed to berardinellip@southington.org by February 15, 2013.

MEDICAL CAREERS MEDICAL/CLERICAL Excellent Opportunity for expanding practice. Computer billing skills a must. Up to $15/hr DOE Contact HR Dept 855-357-6311

HELP WANTED POLICE OFFICER Looking for Police Officer to do Private Investigation work. Send information to PO Box 373, Middlefield, CT 06455 PUBLIC Safety Officer needed for Lincoln College of New England, 2279 Mt. Vernon Rd., Southington. Weekends and weekdays. P/T position. Please stop by to fill out an application, fax resume to 860628-6444, or send to the above address.

TEACHING POSITION (Long-term Substitutes) Wallingford Public Schools is seeking candidates for the following long-term substitute teaching positions: Middle School Level: Spanish - Position begins midFebruary for approximately 6 weeks. High School Level: Spanish/Italian -Position begins March for approximately 12 weeks. Please fax resume and certification to (203) 949-6551. EOE VAN Driver needed for Lincoln College of New England, 2279 Mt. Vernon Rd., Southington. Part time weekends and weekdays. Public Service license or CDL, Class B with a P endorsement required. Please stop by to fill out an application, fax resume to 860-628-6444, or send to the above address.

Becky Zychowski Training in tang Soo Do since 2005, 2nd Degree Black Belt

Kyan Valentin 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training Tang Soo Do since 2000

Licensed and Certified to Teach Zig Ziglar’s “I CAN” character Development program.

NEW Martial Arts Lessons Includes Private Lesson and 4 YEARS One Weeks of Group Classes SPECIAL Only $49 Plus a free uniform to the first 25 callers.

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KOREAN KARATE

Alec Foxx 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training in TSD since 2005

KOREAN KARATE

Dr. Walt Kostich Training in Tang Soo Do since 2000 3rd Degree Black Belt

Grand Master Grand Master Master Orlando Valentin, Sr. Robert E. Beaudoin Jae Chul Shin Rachel Valentin 3rd Degree Black Belt, President of World Tang Soo Do 4th Degree Black Belt with Training in Tang Soo Do Founder of World Tang Soo Do Association, 9th degree Black Belt Association, 8th degree Black Belt 31 years training experience since 1986

TANG SOO DO CAPOEIRA

Edwin Torres 3rd Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 2002

Master Master Madelyn Valentin Efrain Valentin 4th Degree Black Belt with 6th Degree Black Belt, 35 31 years training experience yrs training in Tang Soo Do

TANG SOO DO CAPOEIRA

Ahmed Hernandez 3rd Degree Black Belt, Chief Instructor at Valentin Karate

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 31, 2013

Dr. Hou Chen Training in Tang Soo Do since 1991 3rd Degree Black Belt

Jario Velasquez 3rd Degree Black Belt Training Since 1998

Hellena Rodriguez 3rd Degree Black Belt, Training Tang Soo Do since 1998

Tom Rossi 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 2005

Wendy Hannigan Training in Tang Soo Do since 2005, 2nd Degree Black Belt

Mike Rossi, Jr 2nd Degree Black Belt Training in Tang Soo Do since 2005

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