1-13-11BerlinCitizen by Ryan Millner

The Berlin

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Volume 15, Number 2

Berlin’s Only Hometown Newspaper

Thursday, Januar y 13, 2011

Two candidates are in for DeFronzo’s senate seat

Flying high…

Special election set for Feb. 22 By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Photo by Lee Roski

This photo was taken at Timberlin Golf Course after the post-Christmas blizzard. Lee Roski said folks were out “enjoying the snow, wind and cold.” More of Roski’s photos can be found throughout this issue. Would you like to see your photo featured on the front page of The Citizen? Send your best Winter Wonderland shot of wildlife, storms, sports, sunsets or whatever you think best depicts the season to news@theberlincitizen.com. The best will be posted on our website or in the newspaper.

On Feb. 22, Berlin voters will have a chance to once again select a representative to the state senate. The 6th Senatorial District Berlin, New Britain and a portion of Farmington is currently without representation. Two local politicians have announced their intentions to run and Secretary of the State Denise Merrill scheduled the Feb. 22 date when voters statewide will cast ballots to fill nine empty seats in the state legislature. Many of the seats, such as that of former state Sen. Donald DeFronzo, belonged to Democratic lawmakers who resigned to accept jobs in the

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administration of new Gov. Dannel P. Malloy. Two local politicians have already announced their intention to run. Democrat Teresa (Terry) Bielinski Gerratana and Republican New Britain Mayor Timothy T. Stewart, announced their intentions last week. Gerratana, a former New Britain and Berlin legislator, served 10 years in that capacity. “With jobs disappearing

See Candidates, page 17

Status report on Berlin post offices page 15

Church built by candlelight gets ready to shine again Major restoration project gives St. Gabriel’s a fresh start By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St. East Berlin, is in the midst of a massive restoration project to help save the 115 year-old structure from the serious, ongoing deterioration that it had been experiencing. S. Tanasi & Sons Builders are leading the project. Father and son, Sal and Nick Tanasi, brought in special equipment to excavate the foundation after the old floor was ripped up. In addition, walls will be shored up, insulated and refurbished and a new floor installed.

According to the Tanasis, the old floor was uneven — with significant humps and loose floorboards — and underneath, the old dirt crawlspace kept the place cold and damp. The bad floors led to problems with the walls and the place just wasn’t going to last under those conditions. Rector Audrey Scanlon said there were also “lots of issues with plaster — it’s horsehair plaster and wouldn’t hold paint…as well as some aesthetics and structural deficits that needed repairing.” She described a “faithful congregation that loves its building” a “charming” church with a shingled exterior and mellow, soft-lit spaces inside. The plan is to have the project, which began late See Church, page 17

The floor in St. Gabriel’s Church was removed during the restoration project.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 13, 2011

Berlin Briefs

BPD sets up DUI check point

Snow removal ordinances The Public Works Department announced the local ordinances that apply to the removal of ice and snow from public roadways. Property owners are not allowed to shovel, throw or plow ice and snow from private property into, or across a public street. These actions are strictly prohibited and subject to a written warning and/or $100 fine as noted in the Town of Berlin Municipal Code. Residents are responsible to clear snow and ice from any public sidewalk fronting along their property. All side-

walks are to be cleared and/or sanded within 24 hours of the completion of street plowing operations. Failure to comply will subject the abutting property owner to a written warning and/or $100 fine as noted in the Town of Berlin Municipal Code. No Parking Bans become effective automatically (or at the discretion of the director of public works) whenever there is an accumulation of four inches or more of snow and ice on any of the streets of the town. No Parking Bans will terminate no sooner than eight hours after any

Board positions available The Berlin Bears Football and Cheer organization have board member positions available for the 2011 season. Those interested in applying should contact Bob DeFrancesco, BMFC president, at rjdfran@sbcglobal.net.

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Our Christmas vision for an Illuminaria Display came true thanks to all the people who so generously donated their time and/or money during this busy season to help assemble the Illuminaria bags on December 21st, distribute them on Worthington Ridge Christmas Eve and pick up the bags on Christmas Day. We had over 50 volunteers of all ages participate in what we hope becomes a Berlin tradition! Our work night on December 21st really looked like Santa’s workshop - 1500 bags were folded, filled with sand and a candle in only one hour - distributing the bags on the Ridge took two and a half hours and pick-up on Christmas Day took a little over an hour - it was amazing! Doug and I are extremely grateful to the following volunteers who made this happen - without you this would not have been possible: Liz Aivano, Jutta Arena, George & Dr. Ann Aresco, Steve Bielienski & sons, Lindsay Benson, Donna Bordonaro, Peter & Beth Campanelli, Jennifer, Jace & Lucas Caron, Christopher Choinski, Deven & Joe D’Aleo, Ed Edgazarian, Robin Evans, Sandy Frazzetta, Diane Jacobson, June Kingsbury, Kristine Jutras, John & Tracy Kaczmarek, Leah & Alyssa O’Leary, Caryn LaPointe & family, Melissa LaVallee, Ron Lindgren, John Massirio, Brian Meyer, Antoinette Mirante, Norm & Ellie Nadeau, Rich & Joan Niles, Neil & Kylee Panetta, Dave Paradise, Terri Paventi, Alan Pipkin, Dan & Gail Race, Kathy & Jennifer Riccio, David & Leslie Riley, James Russo, Kent, Allison, Ashley & Emily Rutledge, Kyla Satkowski, Bill & Nicole Sandrelli, Christopher Sargis, John Scalia, Jim & Deb Simons, Doug Solek, Tim Skinner, Lorraine Stub, Hillary Taschner, Roberta Veleas, Steve Wood and Dick, Maryann & Amy Yale. Our apologies to anyone else whose name is not included here as we were going by those people who signed in on Tues and our memory. Special thanks to the Berlin Congregational Church for donating their hall as a work station, Chief Jim Simons of the Berlin Fire Department who came with a crew of his fireman to assist with traffic and distribute bags plus two fire trucks with Santa Claus to escort the trucks pulling the flatbed trailers containing the Illuminaria bags and Dave Paradise & Steve Wood from the Town of Berlin Public Grounds Department who delivered sand that we purchased to the church. We hope everyone enjoyed the beauty of this display and that for a moment it awakened in you the true spirit of Christmas! Doug & Chris Rose

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The Berlin Police Department has obtained a grant from the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Division to support increased DUI detection and enforcement efforts. This enforcement program will run through Labor Day 2011. The grant provides 75 percent reimbursement of the overtime costs related to these efforts. The grant will help to provide funding to staff additional DUI patrols as well as roadside sobriety checkpoints. Roadside sobriety checkpoints have been shown to be the most effective method to detect and apprehend under the influence drivers. Additional DUI patrols will be conducted on Wednesday through Saturday nights on selected dates and times during the coming year. These patrols will specifically target DUI operation but will also enforce any other violations observed during

the course of this operation. The purpose of these patrols and checkpoints is to reduce accidents and injuries related to DUI drivers and help provide safe travel. As part of this program a DUI sobriety checkpoint will be conducted on the evening of Friday, Jan. 14 on the Berlin Turnpike in the area of Middletown Road or Mill Street in East Berlin.

Thursday, January 13, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

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Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: What’s your favorite winter comfort food? Shepherd’s pie 15% Macaroni and cheese 25% Beef stew 22% Meatloaf and mashed potatoes 20% Chicken pot pie 18% This week’s poll question asks: How much more snow do you think we’ll get?

See ‘Foreigner’, page 6

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stems from the character’s ignorance. “It’s hard to be a jerk,” he said. Directed by Tim Phillips, the production is part of the REP’s 65th season lineup. The anniversary marks the rebirth of the REP, said Bane, which includes a new board of directors and staff. In addition, directors now choose their own plays. “We know we’ll have a good product because they put their heart and soul into it,” Bane said. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday Jan. 14 and Satur-

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Berlin resident Brian Morrell plays the prejudiced Owen Musser in a local production of “The Foreigner.” The award-winning comedy by Larry Shue opens this weekend at the Repertory Theatre of New Britain. Performances will run Jan. 14 through Jan.16 and Jan. 21 through Jan. 22. “It’s hilarious,” said Michael Bane, REP President. “From the first moment you see it, you start laughing.” Set in Tilghman County, Ga., a sinister minister and his hickish henchman (played by Morrell) plot to scam the owner of a rundown fishing lodge who is struggling to keep it afloat. Guests include Englishman Charlie Baker and his army buddy. A shy man running from personal problems, Baker pretends to be a foreigner from an exotic country. This harmless “foreigner,” who even invents his own language, hears more than he should. “This is completely different than anything I normally do,” Morrell said. In his more that 28 years of acting, he’s often cast as a funny guy. The humor of this role, however,

Foreigner cast, from left: Jonathan Kot, Brian Morrell, Ray Esposito, Rebecca Russo, John Oserhowski, and Jane Coughlin.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 13, 2011

Berlin Briefs

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Hubbard Elementary School is participating in the Educational Edge Program through Roger’s Marketplace. All submitted receipts benefit educational equipment. Please send all Roger’s Marketplace receipts through April 30 to Hubbard Elementary School, 139 Grove Street, East Berlin, CT 06023-1005, attn: Diana Bisson c/o Kyle Bisson. Receipts may also be placed in the box at Roger’s Marketplace.

Open space deal finalized

Last week Berlin Mayor Adam Salina announced that the Town of Berlin has closed on the acquisition of

43-plus acres off Chamberlain Highway from Girl Scouts of Connecticut, Inc. for open space use. The property abuts the existing the Hatchery Brook Conservation Area, 130 acres of existing Town open space. The site is also next to Bicentennial Park. “We celebrate today’s property acquisition because of the site’s strategic location between existing Berlin open apace areas, its beautiful natural setting and its long history as a youth camp,” Salina said. The acquisition was made possible by a collaborative partnership of the town, state and the Department of Environmental Protection that will be providing a $199,250 grant from its Open Space and Watershed Acquisition Program, and the

Berlin Land Trust. The town share of the purchase price will be provided from previously issued town bonds for open space acquisition. The acquisition of the property was recommended by the Berlin Conservation Commission. The Conserva-

tion Commission will be developing detailed plans for the maintenance and use of the property that will include hiking trails utilizing existing paths. The hiking trails will connect to trails in the Hatchery Brook Conservation area. Trail improve-

ments in the Hatchery Brook area are already underway. The Berlin Parks and Recreation Commission hired Connecticut Forest and Park Association to work on the trails using funds from a Recreational Trails Grant from Connecticut DEP.

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New TROC waste contract allows for more recycling By Daniel Jackson Special to The Citizen

The trucks have not changed, nor have the recycling bins, but Berlin’s recycling program has evolved to help residents easily recycle more kinds of plastics and papers.

Last July, the town of Berlin re-negotiated its contract with Tunxis Recycling Operating Committee, the company which handles Berlin’s waste, along with 13 other towns. Berlin switched to co-mingled recycling, also known as single stream recycling, a recycling method

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which sorts out the different recyclables at the recycling plant so residents don’t have to. Previously, residents were required to sort out their recyclables, number one and two plastic recyclables, along with glass jars and tin cans — into the bin — and place papers in a bundle beside the bin. Now, not only can residents throw everything into the bins, they are able to recycle more plastics. Instead of tossing only soda bottles and milk containers, anything that was number one or two plastic, residents can now place anything with the numbers one through seven in the blue bins. This allows almost any plastic to be recycled. For example, number four plastic, a low-density polyethylene plastic, can now be re-

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 13, 2011

Christmas tree disposal

Success for Foodshare

Berlin residents have several options to dispose of fresh cut Christmas trees. Trees will be collected curbside, on normal collection day, during the week of Jan. 10. Place trees at least six feet away from the automated collection cart. Trees will also be accepted for recycling at the Town Recycling Center on Massirio Drive, Monday through Friday from 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. and Saturdays, Jan. 22, and 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trees will be chipped to create mulch which will be available for public use and pick up at Sage Park’s main parking area. For information, call Public Works at (860) 828-7022.

Connecticut Department of Labor employees in the agency’s Wethersfield Central Office and 14 CTWorks Centers throughout the state recently closed out another successful year of participation in the Governor’s 27th annual Care & Share Food Drive. The canned goods, non-perishable items and money collected during the drive were donated to Foodshare, the Connecticut Food Bank and various local non-profit agencies for distribution to individuals in need throughout the state. Pictured is Major Stanley Newton of Berlin (left) a corps officer-pastor with Salvation Army in New Britain, whose organization will receive and distribute some of the Labor Department items. He is assisted with a pickup of the food by Muhammodu Giwa of the agency’s communications office.

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the papers sitting at the curb never absorbed much water. Wet papers add pounds to the recyclables. Unlike many towns who switch to single-stream recycling, Berlin will continue to use the same blue, 18 gallon bins as before. If any resident needs more bins to hold their recyclables, they are available in Room 8 at Town Hall. “You are welcome to as many as you need,” Horbal said.

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day Jan. 15 with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sun., Jan. 16. There are additional performances Jan. 21, 22 and Jan. 28. The REP’s mission is “to produce quality community theater at an affordable price that is suitable for the family.” Both students and adults are invited to participate onstage and behind the scenes in concession, lighting, clerical, sound and more. The REP is located at 23 Norden St., New Britain. Parking is available on the street or in REP parking lots. From the Chamberlain Highway, go North past Route 9 and Grove Hill Clinic. Turn left at the second stop sign onto Kimball Dr. Norden St.

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Thursday, January 13, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

One dog’s story

The Life of Riley: A good pup gets a ‘forever home’ By Adam Zangari Special to The Citizen

Riley was officially rescued Dec. 4, 2009, but he wouldn’t have a new home until Dec. 12, 2009. The week in between was one of the most exciting weeks of my life, filled with

anticipation. We wanted to make sure everything was going to be welcoming to a new puppy in our home. My wife and I went out and bought puppy food, dog toys, a dog bed. Our landlord was so pleased that we rescued a puppy, that we’d saved a life.

He’d had two boxers, Stella and Major, and Major had recently unexpectedly passed away and so he give us the extra dog crate. At first, we didn’t want to crate Riley — but then we came home to find destroyed items; from rolls of toilet paperto chewed up DVD cases.

We tried the crate and learned it was the best solution and not cruel, as we’d thought early on. The Dec. 12 “rescue day” is right up there with my wedding day and college graduation day in terms of importance in my life. I never had a dog growing up, so

this was going to be a big change in my life. My wife had a dog growing up, but this was going to be the first she would have to take care of on her own. She only had me, the wise-cracking, sometimes immature, newlywed

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The Saint Dominic Parish of the Future Education Committee has scheduled a special program, “Comfort Food for the Body & Soul” for tonight, Jan. 13 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Saint Dominic Community Learning Center. Snow date is Thursday, Jan. 20.

The public is invited to join Fr. Ron May, Pastor of Saint Dominic Church, for an interactive and multi-dimensional presentation that is sure to whet your appetite. There is no charge for admission, but those wishing to attend are requested to register with Teresa Soltys by email at Teresa@saintdominicchurch.com or by phone at (860) 628-0349.

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Kensington Congregational The Kensington Congregational Church Men’s Club has scheduled its monthly Roast Beef Dinner for Saturday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. Menu includes USDA prime roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread, and a choice of warm apple or peach crumb with vanilla ice cream. An optional macaroni and cheese selection of offered for children. Reservations are suggested; walk-ins will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information and cost, call (860)

828-4511. The Kensington Congregational Church Christian Education program has scheduled a parent/child playgroup for Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The group meets on a “drop-in” basis, in the Reeves Center, 185 Sheldon St. The playgroup is open to all who care for children from infants to preschoolers. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.

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All You Can Eat Pasta Supper and Service and Goods Auction for Saturday, Feb. 12. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m.; auction at 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Christian Education programs. The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled free Tot Time for Thursdays, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the church, 878 Worthington Ridge. Parents with children 1 through 5 years old enjoy craft time, play sessions, snacks, storytime and holiday parties. No registration is needed. For more information, call (860) 828-6586.

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The Kensington United Methodist Church offers a Taize service Tuesdays at 7 p.m. A Taize service combines silent meditation, prayer and simple music. Silence is a central part of this service and is a gift to those leading busy, hectic lives. It provides an opportunity to commune with God through the heart and bring a measure of peace to one’s mind and spirit. The service is open to everyone seeking spiritual refreshment and renewal.

Prayer shawl ministry

The Kensington United Methodist Church prayer shawl ministry meets the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. While most shawls are prepared independently, the group meets once a month for fellowship and prayer. Knitters and crocheters of all faiths are welcome. Call the church, (860) 8284222, for the meeting location.

Holy Grounds Coffeehouse Holy Grounds Coffeehouse, 146 Hudson St., has scheduled Christian Karaoke for the second Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Admission is free; free coffee, tea and shacks are offered. For more information call (860) 8283822 or holygrounds@ymail.com.

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Frank J. Palczer Frank J. Palczer, 72, of Kensington, husband of Dyla (DeNardi) Palczer, died Jan. 5, 2011 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. Born in Amherst, Ohio and raised in Oberlin, Ohio, he lived in Kensington since 1973. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, je was employed at Lee Wilson Engineering in Ohio and then at Stanley Steel Strapping-Cold Metal Products in New Britain for over 25 years, retiring in 1999. He was a member of the East Oberlin, Ohio Community Church. Besides his wife Dyla, he leaves two sons, Joseph Palczer of Oberlin, Ohio and Scott Palczer in N. J.; two daughters, Teresa Tyler and her husband Cyrus of Bristol and Nicole Arnold and her husband Chase of Riverside; ten grandchildren, Sean, Amber, Joshua and Tory Sidoti; C.J. Tyler; Harrison and Alex Arnold; Joel and Elissa Palczer; and Nicholas Palczer; a great-granddaughter, Rylee Sidoti; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of Frank’s life was held Jan. 10, 2011 at Kensington Congregational

pre-deceased by a son William Kilpatrick. Services were held Jan. 7, 2011 at the Berlin Memorial Funeral Home. Pastor Mark

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Charlotte Kilpatrick Charlotte Lucille Kilpatrick, 86, of Berlin was surrounded by her loving family when she unexpectedly died Jan. 1, 2011. She is survived by four children Charlotte DiGiacomo and her husband Glenn of Kensington, Sandra Kilpatrick of Berlin, Randy Kilpatrick of Berlin, Douglas Kilpatrick of Kensington; a sister Frances Blyth of Bridgeport; a brother Claude Shifflett of Bridgeport; five grandchildren Jason Kilpatrick, Robert Kilpatrick, Sal Faraci, Michael Faraci, Nickolas Piasecki; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband William Kilpatrick, she was

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Church. Memorial donations may be made to the Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Avenue, Kensington, CT 06037 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 659 Tower Avenue, First Floor, Hartford, CT 06112. The Carlson Funeral Home, New Britain is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com.

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Barbara (Benson) Gaudette, 83, of Berlin, died unexpectedly at home on Jan. 1, 2011. She was the widow of Arthur G. Gaudette. Born in New Britain, she was the daughter of the late Ernest V. and Mabel (Jackson) Benson. She had been a long time Berlin resident coming from New Britain in 1960. She taught at the Burritt School in New Britain in the 1950’s, at Willard Elementary School in Berlin during the 1960’s, throughout the 1970’s as a substitute teacher and later taught children with learning disabilities, retiring in 1980. She enjoyed lunches with a club of retired teachers from Willard School. She loved reading and was a frequent visitor to the Berlin Free Library. She was an avid follower of the British Royal Family, in particular, the royal weddings. She enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox and UCONN basketball. She enjoyed watching and feeding the birds at her bird feeder. She loved to travel with her husband and loved to bake bread, pies and cakes. She was a member of Berlin Congregational Church in Berlin. Surviving are her son Thomas Gaudette of Kensington and many nieces and nephews whom she loved, especially her nieces Jane Kramer, Nancy Fichtler and Frances Dittman. Services were Jan. 5, 2011 at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, New Britain. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. Memorial donations may

be made to the Berlin Free Library, 842 Worthington Ridge, Berlin, CT 06037.

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, January 13, 2011

Letters to the Editor

Referendum a given

To the editor: In the Jan. 6 edition of The Berlin Citizen, Republican Town Chairman George Millard bemoans the fact that the Town Council approved a $69,500,000 Bond Ordinance to finance a “slightly scaled down version” of the renovate-as-new Berlin High School. I am not sure what Mr. Millerd’s definition of slightly scaled down is, but the fact is that in terms of final net cost to the town, the reduction would be slightly over 20 percent. As for the hysteria over the waiving of Rule 7, which the council has every legal right to do under the charter, it would not matter if the council took up the issue the same night, next week, next month, or next year. This item was going to referendum under any sce-

nario. Mr. Millerd knew this and for him to suggest otherwise is disingenuous. It was clear that Mr. Killian, Mr. Millerd and the rest of the Republican leadership was prepared to begin the petition process as soon as it was legal. The Democratic majority is on record in full support of letting the town decide the issue. Deputy Mayor Steve Morelli stated last week that “the issue is big enough and important enough to go to referendum.” We will soon begin debate on how much value this community should place on education. Hopefully, the debate will be civil and based on facts. I suppose when a political party has been in the minority for an extended period of time, they feel a need to score political points over non-issues, such as the waiving of Rule 7. In my view, it would be more helpful if

they would bring some positive suggestions to the table. Fred Jortner Democratic Town Chairman

Too much blight To the editor: Why doesn’t the Town of Berlin remove the blighted properties that are on the Berlin turnpike and Kensington Road, since they are most likely another reason new businesses refuse to build their business in Berlin. Why didn’t the town take over the never finished building on Farmington Avenue for the new police station since all it would need is to be completed? Also, when they build the new police station the town should look into solar panels to help save See Letters, next page

Government Meetings

Thursday, Jan. 13 Commission for Persons with Disabilities, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 6:30 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning and Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Youth Services Advisory Board, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 18 Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19 Police Commission, BPD Conference Room, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24 Commission for the Aging, Senior Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25 Water Control Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m.

Commentary

Your chance to serve By David Evans Thank you to the many people who have served and continue to serve on Town of B e r l i n Boards and Commissions. I hope Evans to see from Berlin residents a number of applications to serve or be reappointed come in before the Town Council meeting Jan. 18. There are a number of expiring terms for residents serving in positions. There are a few residents who can not be reappointed because of the Berlin Town Charter and there are some positions that are currently vacant. For your convenience, here are some of the 43 expiring term positions I encourage Berlin registered voters to seek appointment: Board of Ethics – term would be until Jan. 31, 2014

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and can be filled with a Democrat (D), Republican (R) or Unaffiliate (U). Board of Ethics – term would be until Jan. 31, 2014 and can be filled only with an R or U if preceding appointment is filled with a D. Commission for Persons with Disabilities – term would expire on Jan. 31, 2012 and can be filled with a D, R or U. Economic Development Commission – term would expire on Jan. 31, 2015 and can be filled with a D, R or U. Inland Wetlands & Water Courses Commission – term would expire Jan. 31, 2013 and can be filled with a D, R or U. Plainville Area Cable Television Advisory Council – term would expire on June 30, 2011 and can be filled with a D or U. Youth Service Advisory Board – Service Consumer –

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High school referendum petition update

A petition to to send the latest plan to renovate the high school to a referendum vote was returned to the Town Clerk’s office Jan. 10 for certification of signatures. If the signatures are validated, the next step is for the Town Council to set a date for a vote. Republican leadership, involved in the petitioning, said 577 signatures were collected. If validated, that amount is in excess of the three percent of qualified electors required. Democrat and Republican leaders have stated that residents should have a chance to vote on a project of this scale. The $70 million renovate-asnew plan can be reviewed on the town’s website. The project is eligible to receive substantial state reimbursement.

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Post office changes not expected to impact public According to a U. S. Post Office spokesperson, Berlin post offices will not be changing customer services, however, sorting and distribution operations for two sites will be moved to the New Britain postal facility in mid-April. Tuesday, Maureen Marion, manager for the post office, Northeast Area Public Affairs and Communications, said letter carriers at the East Berlin and Kensington post offices will be affected as their headquarters will be relocated to New Britain. She emphasized that “customer apparent” services will remain the same, for example: window services, stamps and other purchases, pre-sorted mail and post office boxes. The consolidation is part of a national effort to reduce costs, especially in facility-related areas, she said. Marion did not know how many Berlin postal carriers would be affected. The post office works closely with the legislative delegation to keep them aware of changes, she said. However, unless there is a closing or a customer-related change in services, operations are subject to change without notice. In the rare case of a closing, public hearings typically are held. District Communications Director for Congressman John Larson, Paul Mounds said the issue had been brought to their attention and the congressman’s office was making inquiries regarding the proposed changes. Several post office customers contacted The Citizen with concerns about rumors circulating on this topic. (For more on this story visit our website www.berlincitizen.com.)

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term would expire on Jan. 31, 2013. Please submit your applications to the town clerk as soon as possible. Applications and descriptions are available from the town clerk or on the town website, www.town.berlin.ct.us, by selecting “Boards & Commissions” then “Serving on a Board or Commission”. Any concerns or questions please let me know, dkeatbrtc@sbcglobal.net (David Evans serves on the Town Council.)

Berlin Briefs Departments to close for holiday All Town of Berlin departments are scheduled to be closed on Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The normal refuse/recycling collection schedule will apply.

Submission reminder The Berlin Citizen welcomes submissions regarding upcoming events happening in the community. We do

our best to run a submission at least one time. However, due to space constraints, we cannot guarantee a submission will be published on a specific date. To ensure your submission runs exactly as you would like it to, contact our sales representative Annemarie Goulet at (860) 8295720, ext. 3102; advertising@theberlincitizen.com.

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Mayor Adam Salina, left, participated in the inauguration events including a private breakfast with Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman. To Wyman’s right is Salina’s business partner, David Kozak.

Letters Continued from page 14 the town some money for years to come. Jay Ritter Berlin

Coat drive a success To the editor: The Berlin Lions Club would like to thank the people of our community for all of the generous donations during the first Connecticut Homeless Veteran Coat Drive sponsored by the Berlin Lions Club. With your help we were able to collect and distribute

over 150 coats, hats, gloves and jackets to help our homeless veterans in Connecticut. Along with the donations were many other pieces of apparel that also were presented to the Rocky Hill Veterans Administration Hospital. And more are being prepared for delivery. I am proud to be part of a community that steps up to help when the call is made. We should always show them how proud we are and thank all of them for their service to us and our country and continue to support them in what ever way we possibly can. My sincere thanks. Lenny Tubbs Berlin Lions Club

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Health clinics

The Berlin Visiting Nurse Association and Central Connecticut Health Center offer monthly health clinics at the Senior Center. The clinics are free of charge and no appointments are necessary. The schedule for January is as follows: Tuesday, Jan. 18 – 12:45 to

1:45 Blood pressure screening. Tuesday, Jan. 25 – 12:45 to 1:45 Blood pressure screening. For more information, call the Berlin VNA at (860) 8287030.

AARP The Berlin AARP monthly Chapter meeting is sched-

Senior Bowling

Results of the Strikette Bowling League from Dec. 28: Barb Patterson, 190; Marie Kaczynski, 167; Irene Willametz, 166; Florence Gillette, 162; Norma Flynn, 155. Results of the Strikette Bowling League from Jan. 4: Norma Flynn, 182; Alice Ming, 156; Sue Rogers, 155; Irene Willametz, 155. Results of the Senior Bowling League from Dec. 31: Mike Koval, 221; Vinnie Manzo, 186; Ron Picard, 184; Ed Picard, 169; Ferd Brochu, 161; Joe Sytulek, 161; Joe Aziz, 160, Liz Rugens, 160. Results of the Senior Bowling League from Jan. 7: Mike Koval, 316; Chuck Leonhardt, 188; Joe Sytulek, 180; Joe Aziz, 178; Marie Kaczynski, 177; Jan. Bennett, 161; Gene Lemery, 161; Dan Rich, 160; Liz Rugens, 160; Sam D’Amato, 151.

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uled for Tuesday, January 18 at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior CenWhacky Whist card games ter. Sally Calderone, of the are scheduled for Friday, Berlin Historical Society, an Jan. 14 and 28 at 12:45 p.m. at authority on the history of the Senior Center. Berlin, is scheduled to speak. It’s easy and fun. Stop in or Refreshments will follow. call the Senior Center at (860) 828-7006.

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Low cost foot care, provided by a specially trained registered nurse, is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 20 and Friday, Jan. 21 by appointment only at the Senior Center. Services are provided by Catherine Brennan, RN, and include general assessment of the feet and lower extremities, trimming, filing, and cleaning toenails, reducing of corns and calluses, massaging, lotioning and powdering of feet. Referrals are made to a doctor or Podiatrist when necessary. For fee information and to schedules an appointment, call the Senior Center at (860) 828-7006.

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February — Cabaret Lulu at Old Sturbridge Village. March 15-23 — Sorrento, Italy. March 16 — Boston Flower Show/Spirit of Boston. April 7-8 — Tropicana Casino, Atlantic City. April 12 — Botanical Gardens, New York. April 16-23 — Western Caribbean. April 29 — Daffy Daffodils.

AARP trips The Berlins AARP has scheduled the following trips. For information or to make reservations, call Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934. Feb. 17 — Late Nite Catechism 2 at the Warner Theatre. March 8 — Tony Kenny’s Ireland at Chez Josef in Agawam, Mass.

History of Berlin The second video on the history of Berlin, “Work, Play, Celebrate Everyday Life in Berlin”, is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center.

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

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Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Perry at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Jan. 17: Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Senior Center closed. Tuesday, Jan. 18: Kielbasa with apple sauerkraut, O’Brien potatoes, green beans, rye bread, cookies. Wednesday, Jan. 19: Italian wedding soup with oyster crackers, fish & chips, calico salad, dinner roll, banana. Thursday, Jan. 20: Turkey loaf with cranberry gravy, baked sweet potato, Oriental vegetables, whole wheat bread, apricots. Friday, Jan. 21: Roast beef with mushroom au jus, mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, dinner roll, cake.

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and stagnant wages, times have been tougher than ever for too many families in Berlin, Farmington and my hometown, New Britain,” Gerratana said. “I’m running for Senate because our communities need leaders who can listen to the needs of our families and get to work on real solutions.”

Citizen distribution boxes

The Berlin Citizen has distribution boxes for the weekly newspaper at two locations in town: at Connecticut Tire, 96 Webster Square Road (across from Powerhouse Gym) and on Brook Street, next to the U.S. Post Office in Kensington. This is in addition to the regular mailed home delivery. There is no charge for the newspaper at these boxes. Customers can also continue to pick up newspapers at Roger’s Marketplace and at The Citizen’s office at 979 Farmington Avenue.

In comments to The Citizen Stewart said “It’s an interesting opportunity and as a politician you have to seize the moment when it comes.” He announced his candidacy at a press conference last Friday attended by town committee members from the three towns. Stewart said he has strong connections with many residents of Berlin who were at one time residents of New Brtiain. “Berlin is a unique community and it has real assets.” Former New Britain Mayor Lucian Pawlak, who had considered a run, has announced his endorsement of Gerratana. The Feb. 22 date means a quick process for town committees to reconvene and nominate candidates. There is also a possibility that candidates will petition to get on the ballot.

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has endowments and help from the diocese “that keeps Continued from page 1 us going.” “Quite a bit of the goods last summer, finished by and labor were donated,” she Easter, according to Scanlon. said. Of undertaking such a major Senior warden and lay construction project, she said leader Elizabeth Tamiso “It’s amazing for any talked about how the congrechurch.” gation has coped with its For this “little country main church hall under conchurch”, with a “very small struction. “We managed congregation of about 30 ac- nicely over the months and tive families, the commit- enjoyed changes, meeting in ment to the project has re- parish hall”, a large room quired incredible support separated by a lobby and corfrom its congregation, Scan- ridors, from the main lon said. A capital campaign church. “raised quite a bit of money” She is hopeful that the reand several more fundraisers pairs will leave the church are planned. “St. Gabriel’s is “Nice and toasty warm. The a very special small family insulation will improve (the church — those here are be- situation) and will make it hind this 100 percent. This is more comfortable.” a determined community She and Vestryman Leon and they were happy to rise Zabrensky talked about the to the occasion,” Scanlon church’s humble beginnings said. In addition, the church in 1895 when “the original

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The reflective signs can help emergency vehicles to quickly locate your house. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re easy to install and make great gifts. For more information and cost, call Rhonda Lapierre at (860) 829-1958 or rhonlap@sbcglobal.net. Flamingo Flocking The Berlin High School Class of 2011 All Night Graduation Committee has coordinated a Flamingo Flocking fundraiser. To arrange to have a flock of bright pink flamingos fly to a Berlin family or friend, call (860) 8286986. The All Night Graduation Party is a fun, safe and memorable drug and alcohol free event for graduating seniors. Parent donation request The Berlin High School Class of 2011 All Night Graduation Party Committee is asking each family of senior students to donate $50 to help offset the expense of the evening. This is not mandatory, and no child will be turned away; however, this event is very costly and the committee appreciates any and all support. The All Night Graduation Party provides a safe and fun evening for graduating seniors on their graduation night. Donations may be sent to Ellen Calafiore, 33 Round Hill Rd, Kensington, CT 06037. Checks may be made payable to: BHS Grad

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It’s about giving

The Kensington Nursery School three day afternoon class decorated a Giving Tree over the holidays. The children collected school supplies and other items to donate to children in the Hartford school system.

Serving at an ‘Out-of-the Cold’ luncheon at the Salvation Army Soup Kitchen, these ‘future Rotarians’ understand the meaning of giving during the holiday season. Pictured, from left: Graham Gates, of Xavier High School in Middletown; Jake Sapia of Strong Middle School, Durham; Rotarian Dr. Michele Imossi of Kensington; Angela Barbagallo of Thomas Edison Middle School in Meriden; Rotarians Victor and Elizabeth Fumiatti of Bristol; India Gates of Mercy High School in Middletown; Luke Wininger of Griswold Elementary School in Berlin; and Casandra Sapia of John Lyman Elementary School in Middlefield.

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Reunions

Berlin High School Class of 1981 and 1982 are planning a joint reunion for the fall of 2011. Classmates that

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Citizen freelancer muses on Florida football road trip By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen

The folks in Florida are footballnuts, but that fanaticism doesn’t necessarily mean they are willing to pay to watch it. I took in the Tampa Bay Bucs final home game with the Seattle Seahawks. I had a great seat in the end zone, just eight rows off the field. Got the ticket online at list price and it was easy. It was easy because only 45,000 fans showed up in 65,000-seat Raymond James Stadium. Every Bucs game was blacked out because the Bucs — despite having a highly competitive team that was in the playoff hunt until the Packers beat the Bears on the season’s final day — didn’t sell out a single game. What’s that about the NFL being our national sport? The day was Florida frigid. The high temperature was 47 degrees and the wind gusted to 50 miles-perhour. On Clearwater Beach, the sand drifted across the Beachwalk and onto the roads along the beach. It looked like snow, but that was reserved for you folks who enjoyed the

Holiday blizzard. While it was cold, the locals thought it was the end of the world. They were bundled up in heavy coats, hats, mittens and scarves. But the 45,000 who did show up for the Bucs’ game enjoyed themselves as the Bucs, led by spectacular young quarterback Josh Freeman, crushed the champions of the NFL West, a.k.a. the NFL Worst. I had planned to tailgate prior to the game, but I figured if I wanted to freeze while tailgating, I could have stayed home in Connecticut. So I retreated to Lee Ray Selmon’s Restaurant for some warm pregame indoor tailgating. Given that the Bucs’ game was a 4:15 start, I could catch the 1 p.m. games in comfort. I ended up sitting next to a Detroit Lions’ fan who loves Xavier High of Middletown’s Amari Spievey, who plays safety for the Lions. So we were able to share stories and the Lions’ fan was fascinated with the story of Spievey’s high school and college — Iowa — exploits. Selmon’s — he was the great Buc player who was the Bucs first Hall of Famer — is hard by Raymond

James, about a mile from the ballpark. Raymond James, by the way, is located right across the street from the New York Yankees’ spring training home, George M. Steinbrenner Stadium. Selmon’s has a big circular bar with TVs suspended in the middle of the circle and the joint has TVs all over the room. It’s not as big as Rookies in Cromwell, but nice. On game day, they run specials on, uhh “lemonade”, so that was good. If you’re ever in the area and go to Lee Roy’s, I suggest you avoid the food. I ordered meatloaf with mashed potatoes. I got two alleged meatloaf pieces, each about the size of hockey pucks. Tasted like that, too. It included one ice cream scoop of mashed potatoes with maybe two tablespoons of gravy. On top of that, the drinks and food were served by waitstaff who had personalities approximating those of algae. But it was warm, the lemonade was cheap and they had big TVs. On New Year’s Day I returned to Raymond James for the Outback Bowl. Yeah, both Florida and Penn State had off years. They both had 7-

5 records, but hey, it’s Penn State and Florida and it was Urban Meyer’s last game as Gators’ coach, so I figured the joint would sell out. Nope. A bigger crowd showed up than that for the Bucs — 61,000 — and it was a lot more fun, but still there were 4,000 empty seats. I rooted for Penn State, mostly because Florida is just so annoying. I guess it’s the Tim Tebow legacy, a player whom I found to be the single most annoying sports figure of the last 10 years. That is, except for LeBron James, who is the all-time Most Annoying. I know he was a great college football player, but his in your face religious stuff was so over the top. What, God only cared about the Gators? And if so, explain the 26 players arrested during Meyer’s term? But I digress. The Florida fans are also annoying. When Florida took the field, the Gator fans all cheered and the Penn State fans were silent. When Penn State took the field, the Nittany Lions fans cheered — and the Gator

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‘Coats Notes

The Berlin High School boys basketball team bumped its record to 6-2 with a 54-36 victory over Bristol Eastern Monday night. Max DeLorenzo netted 17 points for the victors, who got 11 points from Bobby Mozzicato. The Berlin High School girls basketball team carried an eight-point lead into the fourth quarter Monday night, but saw its edge evaporate. Bristol Eastern outscored the Lady Redcoats 19-7 in the final frame to prevail 49-45. Jess Szczepanik scored 13 points for Berlin, which fell to 6-4 on the year. Stephanie LaPierre and Alyssa Barrett combined for 21 points against Bristol Eastern. Will Matuszak, Mason Powers and Jake Eliades each went 4-0 to help lead the Photo by Paul Salina Berlin High School Mike Rector and the Berlin High School boys basketball team topped Bristol East- wrestling team to a pair of victories at the Windham ern Monday night to improve to 6-2. Duals. The Redcoats topped

E.O. Smith and East Lyme, but were bested by Windham and Guilford. Berlin’s Ethan Greider, Richie Schlichting and Ryan Ogden picked up three wins apiece that day. Kevin Kozikowski (100 butterfly, 200 freestyle) and Dan Klotz (50, 100 freestyle) each earned a pair of victories, and the Redcoats achieved 56 best times, but it wasn’t enough, as the Berlin High School boys swim team fell to Hall-West Hartford, 98-85. The Redcoats’ other firstplace finish was registered by diver Josh Paradis. The 400 freestyle relay team of Klotz, Kozikowski, Vinny Fischer and Ryan Newport bested its competition as well. The Newington-Berlin High School ice hockey team went undefeated last week to improve to 4-2-1. The co-op topped E.O. Smith, 4-2, and tied Enfield, 2-2.

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College Corner The honors continue to pile up for Kerry Scalora. The former Berlin High School soccer star, a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, was named Ivy League Rookie of the Year this season. Recently, Scalora was named ECAC Rookie of the Year as well.

Berlin High School alumnus Travis Wright capped his football career in style. A four-year starter at Framingham State University, this past season Wright helped lead his team to the MASCAC championship of the New England Football Conference and to the ECAC

Berlin High School alumnus Cameron Banks presented a $500 check to Berlin Minutemen youth wrestling recently. Banks is pictured with Roger Moss.

Northeast Bowl game. Wright, a defensive player, was an all-academic/all-conference performer four years running. Former Berlin High School wrestler Cameron Banks has not forgotten where he got his start on the mat. Recently, Banks donated $500 to Berlin Minutemen youth wrestling. That money, and much more, was raised at the 2010 Malibu Fitness Thanksgiving 5K. Malibu Fitness is owned by Banks’ father, Jack. Banks joined the Berlin Minutemen in elementary school. He won just one match his first season, but listened to Coach Roger Moss and persevered. “He constantly reassured me, as well as all of the team, that hard work on the mat would pay off,” Banks said. Moss was right. Banks went on to become an allstate wrestler at BHS. “Those days in wrestling

proved very valuable to me, and a few years back I mentioned to my dad that we should have a fund-raiser to support the program,” Banks said, pointing out the result was the Malibu Fitness 5K. With the help of Channel 3’s Scot Haney, the race has grown into one of the state’s largest on Thanksgiving

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The Berlin Minutemen fell to the Bristol Gladiators 26-10 recently. Berlin’s Daniel Veleas came up big on the night, earning three wins. Picking up one victory each against Bristol were Matt Peck, Michael Patterson, Jared Zima, Sean Sullivan, Vinny Biscoglio, Joshua Veleas and Ronnie Watson. Also wrestling tough for the

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Berlin’s Caleb Orde finished first with three pins. Braden Shea was first in the Bantam division. Teammate Isaac Cortes placed third. In the Intermediate division, Minutemen John Gorneault and Daniel Veleas placed first, while Berlin’s Luke Mangiafico and Nathan Orde finished second. Competing well for the Minutemen in the Novice division were Joshua Veleas (third place), Niko Fusco (third place) and Tyler Cohen (fourth place). In the Middle School division, Berlin’s Jared Zima was second and Vinny Biscoglio and Laura Cohen placed fourth.

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fans booed. Please, Penn State and coach Joe Paterno have more class in their pinky fingers than boorish Florida will ever have. The game was terrific. It helped that the temperature was 76 degrees. That enabled me to tailgate and wander through the pregame Bowl Bash near the south gate. The Philly cheesesteak was really good and yeah, I know

Minutemen were Riley Hanson, Graeden Boyer, Andrew Martin, Zachary Martin, Nick Arborio, Niko Fusco, Calvin Johnson, Casey Fischer, Shanserae Brownlee, Michael Daniels, Dylan Daniels, John Ezzo, Will McCormack, Anthony Buccheri and Ryan Kolodziej. In other recent action, the Berlin Minutemen travel team was bested by Meriden, 61-9. Daniel Veleas and Sean Sullivan accounted for Berlin’s points in that one. The Berlin Minutemen kicked off 2011 by competing in the Southington Sharkfest. In the Mighty Mite division,

Day. “This year we will distribute nearly $20,000 to many great causes, including $500 to the Minutemen,” said Banks, who attends college in Canada. “It’s a really fun holiday event. It has become an important Thanksgiving tradition for our entire family.”

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the pickup. We heard a horn honk at 9 a.m. and sure enough, the truck coming into the parking lot had the words “Alpha Dog Transport” on it. The drivers came out and then we saw many other families were there, coming out of their cars and lining up in front of the truck, ready to pick up their rescued dogs. There were many children with their parents waiting in the freezing temperatures. It was all worth it. While we waited, the families in front of us gave their paperwork to the driver and the driver would go into the trailer and come out with a

dog. We witnessed all of these families seeing their new family member for the first time. It was a time of hope and happiness. We saw mixed breeds, Labradors, and even a Great Dane. I had never in my life seen a Great Dane before, and it was a lovely sight to witness. This dog was larger than one of his new family members. The little girl didn’t care, she embraced the dog right away. I really wish I had brought my camera because this little girl hugging a huge dog was an incredible sight. When our turn finally came, we turned over our paperwork and the driver said to us: “Oh, that one.” He smiled. It looked like Riley

was well-known already. My heart was pounding. Tears were trying to come out of my eyes, but the cold and wind kept them in. Then, the driver came out and the first sight I saw were those brown eyes. A collective “aw” went up from all the families waiting behind us in line. I saw the driver holding a little golden-colored stocky blob of fur with huge floppy ears, big brown eyes and the most beautiful face I have ever seen on an animal. As he handed Riley over to me, the driver said “Congratulations, you have a good one.” I remember holding the little ball of fur and feeling his warmth press against me. My wife and I were pet-

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ting him and embracing him and the whole world seemed to drop away for a few seconds. This was a miracle dog in my hands. We were giving him his second chance. At that moment, I remember thinking “this is a life I am responsible for now. This is my son.” We had to move out of the way to let other people get to their new family members. Besides, we wanted to get him out of the cold and into the car. As we walked away, all the new pet owners congratulated us on getting a beautiful dog. Once in the car, I offered Riley some water, but he didn’t want it. However, he did snatch a milk bone out of my hand. (Over a year later, nothing has changed. He’s still a foodmotivated dog.) When we got home, he sniffed our place and we played with him. He peed on the newspapers we put down for him. And he let us know right away that he trusted us with his life. For a ten week-old puppy, this little guy had already gone through a lot. He didn’t have to go through anymore; he now had a forever home. (Next: Riley goes to school.)

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Recycling Center hours

The Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, hours are: Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Recycling Center is scheduled to be closed Jan. 15, Feb. 5 and Feb. 19.

Cell phone recycling

The Berlin Chamber of Commerce is accepting old cell phones for recycling. Phones may be dropped of at either the Chamber office or at the UBI-Community Federal Credit Union, both located at 40 Chamberlain Hwy. The Chamber accepts cell phones, their batteries and SIM cards only. They can not accept chargers, cords or any other accessories. For more information, call (860) 829-1033.

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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. 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 Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Girls Basketball – BHS vs. Platt at Meriden, 7 p.m.

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Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Platt at BHS, 7 p.m.

Saturday

Roast Beef dinner – The Kensington Congregational Church Men’s Club has scheduled its monthly Roast Beef Dinner for Saturday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. Menu includes USDA prime roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread, and a choice of warm apple or peach crumb with vanilla ice cream. An optional macaroni and cheese selection of offered for children. Reservations are suggested; walk-ins will be seated on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more

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Tuesday

Pasta supper – The American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, hosts a pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. The public is welcome. For more information, call the post at (860) 828-9102 after 5 p.m. All Night Grad Party Decorating – The 2011 All Night Graduation Party Decorating committee meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Willard Elementary School.

Help as often as you can. Drop-ins are welcome. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For more information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Kensington-Berlin Ro-

tary – The KensingtonBerlin Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Community Center. Members of the club are dedicated to doing good works in the community. Guests are invited to attend any meeting. For more information, call Elaine Pavasaris at (860) 4639193. Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bulkeley at Hartford, 7 p.m.

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The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests. Dec. 10 Salvatore Cavaliere, 31, 1547 Orchard Rd., restricted turns fail to give proper signal, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Dec. 11 Randall Dougan, 52, 44 Foxcraft Ct., Farmington, drinking w/operating motor vehicle, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Dec. 12 Pedro Hernandez, 30, 38 Twiss St., Meriden, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, reckless driving. Shaun Meyer, 24, 65

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lights lit and devices illuminated, operating with suspended registration, operating under suspension. Dec. 17 Elyse Bianchet, 21, 83 Harmony Hill Rd., Granby, sixthdegree larceny shoplifting. Dec. 18 Pedro Barbosa, 46, 319

Hanover St., Meriden, failure to have insurance, failure to drive in proper lane, multiple Adult drop-in lane hwy, operating under the programs influence of drugs/alcohol. Dec. 19 Berlin Parks and RecreJoshua Gibbons, 27, 180 ation Department has schedFaber Ave., Waterbury, operat- uled the following adult dropin programs. Men’s 31+ basketball – See Police, page 28 Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mooreland Hill School. The program runs through March. Women’s 30+ volleyball – and pick a tattoo out of a bag. The customer could have the Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 tattoo put on at no additional p.m. at Berlin High School. charge or simply donate the The program is scheduled money to the charity. Several from Jan. 5 through March clients made additional do- 30. For more information, call nations as well. (860) 828-7009.

Business Briefs Liberty Tattoo donates to The Sunshine Kids Pat Murdough and Davey George (aka Davey A) of Liberty Tattoo, 853 Farmington Avenue, recently raised $1,500 during a “grab bag event” in honor of Prudential Connecticut Realty’s sponsored charity The Sunshine Kids. The Sunshine Kids is a non-profit organization committed to providing positive group activities and emotional support for young cancer patients. Held over several weeks, customers at Liberty Tattoo would write a check for $25 (100 percent of which was donated to The Sunshine Kids)

Berlin resident opens shop Kostas Hasiotis of Berlin recently opened Fresh Edge Master Barber Shop at 70 South St., New Britain. Besides hair cuts, the shop offers special services such as hot towel shaves and a self operating massage chair. Walk-ins are always welcome. Fresh Edge Master Barber Shop can be reached at (860) 225-0050.

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In the spirit of giving, this set of cousins shopped for and contributed pet supplies, food and toys to the Connecticut Humane Society. Each year, their families choose a charity to make a donation to in lieu of exchanging presents at Christmas time. Pictured with their donations are: Kyle Heidorn and Abby Heidorn and McKenzie Cyr, Olivia Cyr and Ryan Cyr.

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Kensington Garden Club – The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Jan. 20 at 11:45 a.m. at the Community Center. Lunch is provided. Meeting theme is “Out of the Box, Underwater Ocean

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The following property transfers were recorded in the town clerk’s office. Norman A. Paradise to Barry and Judy Labarge, 57 Garden Dr., $210,000. FNMA to Peter E. Sticesen, 5 Hudson St., $195,000. Deborah Victor-Hellings to Lori Kendrick LT and Lori Kendrick, 24 Lawndale Dr., $110,000. Brian P. Victor RET and Brian P. Victor to Lori Kendrick LT and Lori Kendrick, 24 Lawndale Dr., $110,000.

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Cub Scouts from Pack 41 of Griswold Elementary School recently made a trip to Battleship Cove in Fall River, Mass. to explore the world’s largest collection of historic naval ships. After touring the destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., submarine Lionfish, PT Boats 617 and 796, and the Russian missile corvette Hiddensee, the scouts, their parents and adult leaders spent the night on board the famous battleship USS Massachusetts.

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Members of Girl Scout Troops 66232 and 66442 visited the Connecticut Historical Society to earn their Local Lore and Listening to the Past badges. The girls brought the people and the events from the Legend of the Charter Oak to life using a variety of dramatic techniques, period costumes, and specially designed props. Members who attended are: McKenzie Cyr, Olivia Cyr, Kate Rochette, Abbey Rochette, Lindsay Walsh, Anna Sarrazin, Danielle Messina, Nikki Baedor, Emma Arroyo, Jillian Parmelee, Melanie Bosco, Julia Ladd, Emma Klepacki, Kelsei Zliczewski, Maddie Holt, Ashlynn Montanez, Marie Riley and Jillian Santana.

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Genealogy Group The Genealogy Group is scheduled to meet tonight, Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. The meeting theme is vital records. Learn how to find vital records, who can access them, and where they are located. Vital records include birth records, marriage records, and death records. These primary sources are important tools for family research. Beginners are welcome to attend. The Genealogy Group meets quarterly on the second Thursday. Next meeting is scheduled for April. Storytime Storytime is an early literacy program that highlights the six skills needed for prereaders and reading readiness. The storytime scheduled is: Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. for 3 to 6 years old. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for 18 months to 2 ½ years old. Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for

Trip Continued from page 21 how to eat it. You have to lean forward as you take a bite because the juices and onions and peppers will fall out. You mark yourself as a rank amateur if you have cheesesteak stains on your shirt. Me, I’ve been trained by eating steak tip grinders on Yawkey Way outside of Fenway Park, so I know how to lean and eat. The fans of bigtime college football know the drill. They all participate in the cheers. The Florida band — the Penn State Blue Band is much superior — starts its routine and the fans know by heart when to yell “Go Gators.” But the Penn State fans are much better. Half the place starts with “We are...” then other half yell, “Penn State”... that goes on for a few choruses then one side yells, “Thank you...” and the other yells, “You’re welcome.” Classiest cheer ever. The game was back and forth, up and down the field. Florida won it when a defen-

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all ages Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. for all ages. The theme for the week of Jan. 18 is Let it snow! Preschool and Family Day Care Expo Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 6:308 p.m. Parents are encouraged to drop-in and meet representatives of the large nursery and day care centers in town as well as some of the home day care providers. It is an informational opportunity for parents to learn about fees, program details, and schedules. Representatives include Kensington Nursery School, Little Blessings Nursery School, St. Paul’s School, YMCA, Discovery Center, and Kreative Kids. For more information, call Cathy Nelson at (860) 8287125. Nutmeg Books Students in grades 4 through 8 who have read all 10 Nutmeg titles are entitled to a trophy for their efforts. Contact the library by Monday, Jan 31 at (860) 828-7125. Nutmeg Books are 10 books

chosen annually by a committee of school media and public librarians in Conneticut. Universal classes The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library offers the opportunity for Berlin residents to take several classes, free of charge, in the Universal Class database. Accessed from home or at the library, Universal Class has hundreds of lasses available. Each class is instructorled and self-paced. Participants can enroll in up to five classes and have six months to complete them. If the participant has not completed the class, he or she can re-enroll and pick up where they left off. Classes do not count for college credit but UC is an authorized International Association for Continuing Education and Training provider, so classes may count for Continuing Educational Units in your required field. Contact the library at (860) 828-7125.

sive back intercepted a pass on what looked to be a Penn State last-minute, game-winning drive. But the Lions are a Big Ten team, so winning wasn’t going to happen. The pass was returned for a touchdown and the Gator fans, which made up about 60 percent of the house, went nuts. I sat with a grandfather, his son and grandson all of whom are Florida fans. Grandpa had attended Florida, but son attended the University of South Florida and the grandson is a junior in high school who wants to attend a small liberal arts school in New England. The last place the kid wants to go is Florida, but dad-gum, you root for the Gators. And everybody wears school colors. Everybody. The Penn State sections were a sea of white, the Florida rooters were decked out in orange and blue. While the Penn State rooters were as noisy as the Gator fans, they were markedly more well-behaved. But maybe that’s me.

When I look at 40,000 people doing the Gator chomp, it strikes me as, well, silly. It’s like the Atlanta Braves fans — and the Florida State fans — who sing that goofy Indian chant and make the Tomahawk chomp in unison. You’re adults, for heaven’s sake. Cheer, make noise, yell your fool head off. But chomps in unison? Ah well, just me. What I am willing to make book on is this. Urban Meyer — he was named after a Pope, true story — left the Florida job for health reasons and to spend more time with his family. Bet the house he ends up a head coach somewhere else. His health will miraculously get better and his family will, of course, want him to coach because that’s what he’s supposed to do. Coaches don’t quit at 46, not when they have lived in the rarified air of Florida. Hey, most people Joe Paterno’s age are dead. He coaches.

Kaitlin Moriarty of Kensington won first place at the Association of Connecticut Fairs State Junior Baking contest recently. Her almond glazed sugar cookies won first place at the Berlin Fair, which led her to the state level.

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ing under the influence of drugs/alochol. Dec. 20 Swayner Anthony Rios, 20, 18 Kensington Rd., second-degree failure to appear, seconddegree larceny possess/recv/transport. Dec. 24 Richard Morin, 44, 74 Peter Parley Row, disorderly conduct/assault. Henry Morehouse, 63, 125 Highland Ave., Middletown, failure to drive in proper lane multiple lane hwy., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Dec. 25 Luciano Parente, 62, 4 Brookside Lane, failure to drive in proper lane multiple lane hwy., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Dec. 28 Michael A. Crosetti, 43, 61 Wiese Rd., Cheshire, sixth-degree larceny shoplifting. Dec. 29 Mikka Tracey, 19, 12 Rosemary Lane, New Britain, failure to have insurance, failure to drive in proper lane multiple lane hwy., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol.

Lisa Drouin, 24, 113 Garden Dr., first-degree failure to appear. Bernardo Zecua, 28, 155 Britania St., Meriden, seconddegree failure to appear, possession of narcotics. Kevinb Hogan, 54, 46 Willow St., Meriden, second-degree failure to appear. Dec. 30 Cheri A. Morneault, 29, 211 East Main St., Branford, second-degree failure to appear. James Roether, 47, 125 Bingham St., New Britain, possession of marijuana less than 4 oz., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol. Robert Gibson, 22, 112 Wynola Ave., New Britain, second-degree failure to appear. Dec. 31 Hustina Colon, 34, 79 Camp St., Meriden, failure to drive reasonable distance apart by motor vehicle other comm. vehicle, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, operating under suspension. Jan. 1 Victor Hugo Medina, 19, 581 Fountain St., New Haven, failure to drive in proper lane multiple lane hwy., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol.

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Public boating course offered A public boating course leading to a Connecticut Safe Boating Certificate and a Personal Watercraft license is scheduled by the Meriden Power Squadron, a local chapter of the United States Power Squadron, starting on Jan. 18 on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Southington High School, 720 Pleasant Street, Southington. The course will run for five weeks and covers boat handling under normal and adverse conditions, navigational aids and how to identify them, navigation rules, required and suggested equipment to have on board a boat, knots and lines used aboard your boat, and other topics. For more information and cost, call Bill Podlisny at (203) 235-6881.

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ATTENTION DOG OWNERS! Dog Obedience classes starting Jan 10th at Cheshire Park & Rec. Bruce Gianetti & Phil Huntington, Instructors. For more info call 203-272-2743. BULLDOGS, Boxers, Dachsunds, Pekingese, Shih-tzu, Chihuahuas, Schnoodles, Pekishu, $250+.

860-930-4001 FRENCH Bulldog Pups AKC reg. Beautiful brindle. Family raised. Champ. blood lines. Vet chked, all shots, exc temp 1 m $2800 1 (f) $3000 860-982-8688 HORSE LOVERS EXCEPTIONAL riding opportunity in exchange for 6-8 hours per week. AM and PM time needed. Call: 203272-6593 or 203-213-8833 HUSKY Pups, born Nov 29th. Ready to go Jan 24th. $700. Deposit req. 203-440-2535

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CADILLAC Escalade EXT 2004 $14250 or Best Offer. 88,000 Miles. Champagne Color. Fully loaded. Good Condition. Must Sell!! Make an Offer! 4-Door, Truck Bed w/Cover, In-dash GPS, Dual LCDs for DVD player. Lifestar, 8-cyl., ABS brakes, Heated seats, All Wheel Drive, Leather Interior. 4 stock wheels / Tires and 3 chrome wheels with Tires. Premium Sound, Power Seats, Tan Interior. Call 860-406-1963

GE REFRIGERATOR $225. 18.2 cf, color Bisque, dims: 28” W X 29 1/2” D X 67 1/2” H. 4 years old, Exc cond. Pick up only. (203) 265-2738, 8am to 8pm. WHOLESALE APARTMENT SALE! 36” Color TV, lots of glassware. 24x85 & 32x36 bureaus. Best offer. Bob (203) 265-2666

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WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT SEASONED Firewood $200 per cord Delivery available 203-376-2805 SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $200/cord; $125/half cord. 203-294-1775. www.lavignestreeservicellc.com

WOODSTOVE Used 2 seasons. $150. Call 203-634-9132

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH FITNESS Equipment For sale, new and used. Treadmills, Ellitical, Bikes, Free Weights, Multistations. 203-288-0407

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2 BR Starting at $750. Heat & HW incl. Ask about 1 month free rent. 203-639-8751 MERIDEN 1BR, Spacious 1st flr apt., stove & refrigerator incl. Recently remodeled. Off st. parking. $680 plus utilities & security. (203) 272-5936 MERIDEN 2BR, 3 rd Fl. All new. Laundry in basement. Sec 8 approved. $800 plus security. 203-537-1772 MERIDEN 4 BEDRM, 1st floor apt. 1 bath, appl. inc. off st. park. 73 Twiss St. $1000 & sec. 203-927-8215

Meriden 80 East Main St. $395 - SMALL STUDIO $415 LARGE STUDIO $575 - 2 BEDROOM Property Max 203-843-8006 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN Newly renovated first floor apt. 1BR, 1BA. Furnished. Close to 691 /mall. No pets. No smoking. Private parking. Call 203-440-1941 MERIDEN- 2BR newly remodeled. Hardwood floors. Freshly painted. East side. $725/mo. No pets. Available now. Call 203-500-9080 or 203-235-5364 MERIDEN- East side, 1st flr, 2BR, nice yard. $800 plus sec. deposit. No pets. 203-623-5684 MERIDEN-1BR. large. 2nd fl new appliances, newly renovated $775 per mo plus security hot water included call Natalie 203-671-2672 MERIDEN-2BR + DR, LD, kitchen, pantry. Lg 2nd flr apt. WD hookup. Freshly painted. Reduced to $800. Incls stove & fridge, No pets, utils or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit chk & refs req. Sec & 1st mo. rent. 203-608-8348 MERIDEN-3BR Townhouse 416 Crown St. $1125/mo. 2 months plus security. 203-284-9016 leave message MERIDEN-3BR, 63 Cherry St. 2nd flr. Deck, W/D hkup. No pets. $1,100/mo + 1,500 sec. Call 203-494-2147

Junk Removal & Odd Jobs 203-886-5110

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

ROOFING CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

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Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

JUNK REMOVAL

To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

LANDSCAPING

SWORDS PRECIOUS Moments & Curio cabinet over 100 including the boxes, Disney originals from Florida incld. Also 1st org. 12. Purchase all together or separate. Best offer. 203-269-4480

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed.

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HIGHLANDCONTRACTOR.COM Seamless Gutters/Downspouts Gutter cleaning/repairs Call today for free estimate. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

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CONCRETE & CEMENT NICHOLAS J MURANO, LLC Complete Concrete Construction Beautiful stamped work. Visit www.icefighters.org (203) 294-9889 CT#612218

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SNOW PLOWING, Spring CleanUps. Clean Estates, Home, Attic, Bsmnt, Garage. Free est. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218 RICK’S AFFORDABLE Prickers, Small Tree removal. Gutters cleaned. 15 yrs experience. 203-530-4447.

SCOTT SHOP Handyman Service “Honey-Do List Specialist” Snow blowing, Home & Yard Maint., Painting, Small Repairs, etc. (203) 715-2951 CT #839824

POLISH/English speaking woman to clean house w/care. 2nd cleaning 50% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885 CLEANING/ORGANIZING. Affordable rates, references, Mary Ann 203-639-7297

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L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

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

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C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

Gonzalez Construction

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HOUSE CLEANING CLEANING SERVICE We’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Ask about Free Cleaning for New Clients. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 505-7720

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203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319

SNOW PLOWING L & E SNOW PLOWING Now accepting new clients. Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789 SALT - $130/Yard. Sand/salt 7:2 DOT mix, $65 per yard, picked up. 100% magnesium chloride icemelt - Safest for concrete! $16/50lb. bag. Pallets prices avail. 24/7. 203-238-9846

203-294-9889 www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Loader Available Commercial Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn SNOW PLOWING #1 AFFORDABLE Commercial, Sanding, 24 hrs. 203-630-2642

TREE SERVICES GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

Thursday, January 13, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

You Found It! S a g e Po n d P l a c e

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WLFD 2BR, 2nd Fl. Lg rooms. Clean. Laundry in basement. Section 8 approved. $875 plus security. 203-537-1772

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

Call Now!

(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN-3BRs w/bonus rm. Sect 8 appr’d. $975/mo+1mo sec. Open House Sun 11a-12p. 14 Hillside Ave. 860-930-4050 MERIDEN-Furnished apartment, 1BR, 2nd flr, private entrance. Laundry, garage. $600 plus util/sec. No pets/smoking. 203-681-0830. MERIDEN. 1BR: $605/mo. Prime BROAD ST. location. On site parking/laundry. New windows. Spacious unit. Close to Wallingford line. Near shops & transportation. Attractive brick property. Utilities NOT included. (914)347-3208 MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Prvt balcony. 1 month free rent Call for details 203-639-4868 PLANTSVILLE Mansion -1BR Apartment. New appls. Pergo floors. Porch. Inexpensive utils. Big yard. $750. Reduced winter rent. Small pet Ok. 203-910-4349 SOUTHINGTON Updated 1 BR, 2nd fl. Very Clean. Hdwd flrs. Appl’s. Off st parking. No utils. No pets. Sec & refs. $650/mo. (860) 621-4463 (860)302-6051 WALLINGFORD - Beautiful location! North Main St. Remodeled 5 rooms, hdwd flrs, new appls, w/ attic space. 2nd flr. Smoke free. $1200. Sec. & refs. 203-269-7671 WALLINGFORD 1st flr 2 bdrm., 1 bath. W/D hook up, kit appl, off st parking, yard, porch, pets allowed, loc on Constitution St. $950. Call Chris 203-494-7050

WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 1 Bath in apartment complex. WD Hookup. Carpet, hardwood & vinyl floors. Plus Utilities. Pets OK. Call Grace (203) 464-8066.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT SOUTHINGTON - New duplex, 4 brs, 2 nice baths, 1 car garage. Avail. 2/1. $1700/mo. Call Angelo at 860-621-4766 WALLINGFORD 1st flr, 1BR $750+sec. 162 S Colony St. No utils. No pets. Good credit. Call 203-553-5555 WALLINGFORD 2BR 1BA townhouse apt. Near town center/YMCA/park. LR/DR combo. Pets negotiable. $925. Call 203-641-7010 WALLINGFORD 2BR, LR, DR in 2 family, 1st flr, off st. parking. No pets. Credit check. $825 + utils. 203-284-1853 WALLINGFORD One Bedroom condo small complex. Recently remodeled. Off-st-parking. $800/mo + utils. 203-631-2102 WALLINGFORD- 1BR, studio, kitchen. Stove & refrigerator included. Centrally located. $525. No pets. 2 mo security + refs. 203-265-0698 WALLINGFORD- 2BR, 2nd flr, 104 Meadow St, large kitchen, off-street-parking. $950 incl utils. Call 203-530-1840 WALLINGFORD-1BR inclds heat & HW. Lease & security. No pets. $795/mo. Call 203265-7101 JJ Bennett Realty WALLINGFORD-2BR, 1st flr w/lrg front porch, great loc. Walk to Downtown, Choate & YMCA. Beautiful hdwd fl, EIK, new energy efficient windows, off-st-park. $1200/mo+sec & utils. 203-379-6282 WALLINGFORD-East Side quiet 2BR, near I-91. Ample closets. Off st. parking. Washer/Dryer in unit. No pets. $900/mo. + utils. Call 203-269-6297

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

HELP WANTED DRIVER With Class Am Hazmat, TWIC Card, Medical and Experience. Apply at Tuxis-Ohrs, 80 Britannia St, Meriden.

DRIVER/SCHOOL BUS

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN $100 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils & cable TV incld. Washer & dryer on site. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 203-537-6284 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

NORTH HAVEN Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

HOUSES FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD Convenient in town Col w/updated, improved mechanicals, walk-up attic for future expansion, 3BRs, LR, DR and lg eat-in kit, fenced yard w/work shed & more. $189,900. Kathy 203-265-5618

Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

WANTED TO RENT SEEKING 4 or 5 Room House or 1st Fl Apartment. Have section 8. Quiet, clean, with one cat, trained. Call (203) 238-9756

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT MERIDEN-Excellent location on 31 Broad St. 576 sq. ft. Heat, HW, A/C., ample parking in rear. Call 203-237-8000 or 860989-4209 PLANTSVILLE-Clocktower Square 1715SF of Class A office space. Featuring reception area, 6 office suites, kitchenette & private bath. Priced at $1,900/mo +utils. Call Mark or Eileen at 860-276-8068 or 860302-5173

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS MERIDEN Ind bldg for lease. 2200 sf. 2 overhead garage doors, 12’ high. Office w/bathroom. Shop w/bathroom. $850 per mo. Triple net. 203-213-8154

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE MERIDEN Spring Village Phase 2. New 1726 SF. Townhouse w/3BR, 2.5BA, huge LR, 2 car gar, trek deck. Starts at $220,000. Galleria RE Call 203-671-2223.

HELP WANTED

Alarm Dispatcher Full Time 2nd Shift Mon-Fri & Weekends 1st Shift required for busy central station. Excellent communication skills and computer knowledge a must. Excellent benefits. Send resume only to: Monitor Controls, Inc. 178-180 Center Street Wallingford, CT 06492 Attn: Central Station Manager

Assembly- New Britain 1st + 2nd shift openings$10+/hr. Must have manufacturing experience!

Contact HCM @203-634-8427

WLFD $1250/month Great oppty to be in center of town. 1500 sq. ft. of retail space perfect for office. Front open space, conf rm, utility area, cair, prvt back office & bath w/full bstmt to finish or for storage. Kathy 203-265-5618

HOUSES FOR SALE

DATTCO is hiring school bus drivers! If you are retired but not tired, a parent with kids, or just looking for good work with good people, come see us. We provide the training for you to get your Commercial Drivers License. If you already hold a CDL with S/P endorsements we have offer a $300.00 sign-on bonus paid after 3 months. This sign-on bonus is eligible for applicants that apply between 1/10/11 - 1/31/10. We drive early morning & again in the afternoon which leaves you your mid-day & evenings & wknds. You are off work When your kids are out of school too. We offer a competitive salary and insurance benefits are available.

AUTO TECHNICIAN - 7:30-5:30 Mon-Fri. Sat 8-12 (alternating wknds). Nissan Experience preferred. Benefits, 401k, health insurance, vacation time. Competive pay plan. (203) 265-1611 BARTENDER/Waitress (M/F)Part time. Apply in person: Friends Cafe, 15 North Liberty St., Southington.

Customer Service Representative The Record-Journal is seeking an early morning part time Customer Service Representative to join our Circulation team. Excellent communication skills and ability to multi task are needed. Position includes data entry, posting payments, inbound and outbound sales and service calls. Please apply in person between the hours of 8:30am–4:30pm at:

Record-Journal Circulation Office 11 Crown St. Meriden, CT 06450

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Marketplace.

(Licensed) ELECTRICIAN With min 3 yrs industrial exp in repairing and servicing heavy-industry production equipment. Work includes layout, installation, maintenance and trouble shooting of DC Drives, Control Systems, Breakers, Relays and Switch Gear for Rolling Mill Equipment. Electronics & PLC exp strongly desired.

12-hour shifts nights from 7:00PM - 7:00AM 4 days on, 4 days off Hourly rate: $22.85 - $24.37 Walk-ins welcome to fill out application between 8 AM and 5 PM. If applicable, attach copy of current E1 or E2 license or other certification.

THE MILLER COMPANY Claudia Groten, Human Resources 115 Center Street, Meriden, CT 06450 Fax: (203)- 639-5205 E-Mail: claudiag@themillerco.com

Apply in person @ 157 Sandbank Road, Cheshire or call 203-699-8877 for more information. AA/EOE FARMWORKER- P/T Serious individual for fruit orchard. Good for 2nd job, young retiree or others. Call Fred 8-9:30pm 203-2726593 or cell 203-213-8833. HAIRDRESSER-Be Your Own Boss! Rent Your Own Chair. 860751-4871-cell or 860-829-8200

HOISTS & CRANE TECH. To Install, Perform Maintenance, Inspections, and Service on overhead cranes. Must have experience and electrical knowledge. Great Benefits. Send Resumes to Production Equipment Co. 401 Liberty St. Meriden CT 06450. Fax 203237-5391 or Apply in person (call for appointment 203-2355795). PARALEGAL. Wallingford law firm seeks f/t paralegal exp in family, work comp and gen. litigation. Time slips knowledge helpful. email resume applylaw33@yahoo.com SERVICE ADVISOR 7:30-5:30 mon-fri. Sat 8-12 (alternating wknds). Experience preferred. Benefits, 401k, health insurance, vacation time. Competive pay plan. (203) 265-1611 SERVICE TECH - FT Position available for Fireplace and Stove Service technician for gas, wood and pellet appliances. Applicant must have good mechanical ability, G1 or G2 license. Full benefit package avail. Send resume, letter of interest to: posullivan@superiornetwork.com or fax to 860-378-3965. EOE. TELESALES Reps That’s Great News is an entrepreneurial company with a pleasant, friendly work environment located in Cheshire, CT Our TeleSales Reps need to have the following skills: Experience in outbound sales ● Aptitude for Direct Selling over the telephone ● Good attention to detail and diligent follow-up ● Experience in developing relationships with key customers ● Computer skills ●

MERIDEN $315,000 3BR, 2.5 bath Colonial on cul-de-sac in So. Meriden. Very spacious open fl plan is perfect for entertaining. Has walk-out bsmt, great size bdrms, & nice yard. Call Toni 203235-3300

The Miller Company, an equal opportunity employer, is a fully integrated manufacturer of Copper Alloy Strip. It serves the electronics industry and other markets that require the highest quality product available. Currently accepting applications for:

Must have one (1) year minimum Telephone sales or Telemarketing Experience

Send resumes to info@thatsgreatnews.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

MEDICAL CAREERS CNA NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs with a minimum of 6 mos exp. for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically & emotionally challenged children preferred. 3 hr to 8 hr shifts, up to 24 hrs/wk. Shifts start at 6am. Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:

800-286-6300 ext. 4052 or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required

Visit us on the web at NewEnglandHomeCare.com

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HELP WANTED PIZZAMAKER P/T in Wallingford. Exp needed. Must be able to answer phones Call 203-215-1821

TRAINEE/TECHNICIAN Mechanical/electrical aptitude a must. Can you take things apart and put them back together? Are you willing to handle shipping/receiving duties? Small laser repair company in Durham, CT looking for a Reliable, Organized, Self-Starter for FT position. Competitive hourly rate & great benefits! Send resume t860-349-3873 accounts@evergreenlaser.com (no hyphen) VETERINARY TECHNICIAN FT Dog/Cat/Bird/Exotic Hospital Must be Experienced Good benefits + donuts! Fax Resume: 860-628-6813 Mountain Lore Animal Hospital

FULL TIME MEDICAL Recep with computer skills & prev exp req’d. Good people & phone skills. e-mail resume to drfm@sbcglobal.net

HELP WANTED SHOP FOREPERSON & Experienced Diesel Mechanic for fleet of tractors & trailers. Call 203-484-9918 VNS Inc. of Southern CT RN Case Mangers ● Excellent Salary & Benefits ● Manageable Case Load ● Supportive Staff Established Home Care Agency with recent expansion is in need of Experienced Home Care Nurses. Please forward your resume to: VNS Inc. of Southern CT 100 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06450 or Fax 203-686-1951 Attn: Louise Email: lladen@vnssct.com WANTED: CABLE TECHNICIANS NEW YEAR, NEW JOB! NY and CT - Experienced Techs triple play qualified/own truck - earn up to $3000K in Bonuses! Call to see if you qualify for our training program! Omni Engineering 203-647-6510

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

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 13, 2011

Master Madelyn Valentin 4th Degree Black Belt with 30 years training experience

Master Efrain Valentin 6th Degree Black Belt, 34 yrs training in Tang Soo Do

Grand Master Jae Chul Shin President of World Tang Soo Do Association, 9th degree Black Belt

Master Rachel Valentin 4th Degree Black Belt with 30 years training experience

Orlando Valentin, Sr. 3rd Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 1986

1 PRIVATE LESSON & 4 WEEKS OF GROUP CLASSES FOR $24.95 PLUS A FREE MARTIAL ARTS UNIFORM TO THE FIRST 25 CALLERS!

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

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

Jael Valentin 3rd Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 1995

We offer

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

Maribel Rivera Smith E Dan - Tang Soo Do - training since 2002

Call Call Today Today to to Schedule Schedule Your Your Free Free Trial Trial Kardio Kardio Kickboxing Kickboxing Class Class Alec Foxx 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training in TSD since 2005

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

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Come and see Why so many Families have chosen our school for their Martial Arts needs. We offer classes for Children starting as young as 3 years old, teens and adults of all ages in Traditional Korean Karate (Tang Soo Do). We are one of the only schools in the area that offers 6 daily classes separated by age and rank. We also have classes in Capoeira & Kardio Kickboxing. When your done with classes schedule a massage from our in house licensed Massage therapists. And don’t forget to schedule your child’s Birthday Party with us. We do all the work and you have all the fun. P.S. Come to one of our 3 locations and ask our parents how they feel about us and the value of our programs. WHY CHOOSE OUR SCHOOL? • We are a Full Time Family Friendly Martial Arts Center • Our Masters & Instructors are certified by the Legendary Grandmaster Jae Chul Shin • We have been providing Quality Training and Instruction for over 21 Years • Bully Prevention Workshop • We are a Family Owned Business – NOT a Franchise • We Offer Training in Tang Soo Do, Capoeira, Self-Defense Workshops, Birthday Parties, Private Classes, Summer Camps, Kardio Kickboxing, Local, Regional & World Campionship Competitions and Much More!

www.valentinkarate.net

Back Row: Jael Valentin, Mrs. Master Rachel Valentin, Master Efrain Valentin, Kyan Valentin Front Row: Aden Valentin, Michael Valentin

16 Chamberlain Highway, Kensington • (860) 829-5425

Hellena Rodriguez 2nd Degree Black Belt, Training Tang Soo Do since 1998

Orlando Valentin, Jr. 1st Degree Black Belt, Training in Tang Soo Do since 1998

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82 Camp Street, Meriden • (203) 238-0427 991 South Main Street, Plantsville • (860) 621-1474

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