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Top 10 favorite stories for 2010 — my picks By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen The Citizen publishes hundreds of stories each year and we hope you like most of them. There are many good and impor-

tant stories that come out of the town and it’s unrealistic to think that there is any kind of formula that would lend itself to picking the best or most newsworthy. I didn’t try. The stories I selected for

Canine Officer Titan with Officer Aimee Krzykowski of the Berlin Police Department.

my “Top Ten in 2010” are purely subjective. Here’s a bit about why I like them and what went on behind the scenes. Dog stories I have a soft spot for a good dog story and this year there were two that gave us an appreciation for the bond between a man (or a woman) and his (or her) best friend. Last July, Nick Carroll wrote the story Abandoned in Tennessee, dog finds home in Kensington. “An adult golden retriever, Tami was abandoned, left tied to a tree without food or water when her owners lost their home to foreclosure. It was winter in Tennessee. Temperatures dipped into the 20s. But Tami’s luck would change. Thanks to Heartland Golden Retriever Rescue, and a former Marine, Tami has found a good home, right here in town. Kensington resident Bob Quarti, 73, adopted Tami in April through the Heartland service. Quarti is a retired rehabilitation counselor for the state, and served in the Marines from 1956 to 1958. He earned a Marine of the Year award in 2000, and in 1999 received The Chapel of Four Chaplains service award. He is also the father of five and grandfather of six. In August, a profile on See Favorite, page 3

Thursday, December 30, 2010

Unplugging kids from technology a challenge Cyber-bullying, sexting, overconnectedness some of the issues By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, Flixster, linkedin, tagged, classmates, myyearbook, livejournal, imeem — these are among the top social networking sites this past year. And there are plenty more vying to get you involved. These days it seems impossible not to be globally connected via technology — but some people watching the situation caution that going unplugged, at least once in a while, is a good idea, too. A recent poll in The Citizen revealed that 81 percent of respondents considered cyberbullying to be a real problem. Of those answering, 33 percent said “it happened to me or someone I know.” Nine percent

said what happens on the internet wasn’t the “real world” anyway and the remaining nine percent said “just ignore it.” (Results are not scientific.) While cyber-bullying can affect anyone, this story focuses on issues facing students in middle and high school. Ignor-

See Challenge, page 7

DeFronzo to serve in Malloy administration By Susan Haigh Special to The Citizen Governor-elect Dan Malloy tapped state Sen. Donald DeFronzo last week to lead the Department of Administrative Services and advise him on ways to stream- DeFronzo line state government and consolidate agencies. DeFronzo, a Democrat, has seved as New Britain mayor, leader of a nonprofit communi-

ty action agency and a former analyst at the state Office of Policy and Management. “He knows how to stretch a dollar,” Malloy said at a press conference announcing his choice. Beyond running the agency responsible for personnel recruitment, fleet operations, procurement of goods and services, payroll, human resources, and printing and mailing services, Malloy said DeFronzo will be helpful to him in reshaping state government amid trying financial times. “We’re not going into this

See DeFronzo, page 14

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 30, 2010

After hearing on high school, plan goes forward 5-2 Richer versus poorer part of the discussion By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

phasizing that those who are against this proposal are not against the schools. “To renovate-as-new and trash a perfectly good exisiting building to get state reimbursement is wrong.” Paonessa said the $25 million option would have less environmental impact. “These are hard times and this sets a bad example”; and even though there is state reimbursement “it still comes out of our pockets. It’s a huge amount of money.” Manny Rigas said he came to this country and worked hard to build a successful career. The reasons he chose to live in Berlin; it’s a classic New England town with a good educational system. “People are talking about dollars and not visualizing the

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Readers’ poll Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: Do you feel optimistic about 2011? Yes, it’ll be great. 25% I’ll wait and see how it goes. 18% Maybe a little, if the economy picks up. 20% No, it’ll be more of the same. 38% This week’s poll question asks: What’s your New Year’s resolution? Vote online at www.BerlinCitizen.com

good education” that can be created with a better facility. While times may be tough, “People should work twice as hard to bring the high school back to where it belongs.” Others spoke about costs taxpayers will face in the next few years as the state budget crisis takes its toll and other bonding issues in town hit residents. For exam-

ple, a new police station that will cost around $13 million. “Let’s starting thinking what we can afford,” said John Kilian. He and others spoke about the economy, people who were unemployed or whose hours have been cutback, those on Social Security and those who See Hearing, page 11

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The Town Council approved a renovate-as-new plan for Berlin High School, at its meeting last week, after a public hearing that included an undercurrent of class warfare. The $70 million plan for the facility, to renovate-asnew, divided the audience into at least two discernable camps, which one speaker described as; those who can afford to drive BMWs and those who drive a Ford Focus. The implication was that people who didn’t have to worry about money were in favor of the plan, while those who scrape by wanted the council to look at a less expensive option. But Council Rachel Rochette wasn’t buying the premise. “I drive a Ford Focus,” she said. Like the rest of the Democratic majority on the panel, Rochette said the approach presented by architects Silver-Petruccelli + Associates was a cost-effective solution and “looking out 30 years, this is the right thing to do.” Ultimately, the council voted five to two to move the $70 million plan forward for bonding. Councilors David Evans and Kari Drost voted against the plan asking the council to explore other options, including the possibility of a design-build approach. After state reimbursement, the project will cost the

town about $47.3 million. The revised plan reduces the cost by about $13 million over the plan defeated at referendum last spring. The original footprint of the building will remain and a 20,000 square foot science addition will be added, space recaptured from oversized corridors and a single point of entry created for better security. Plans for the project can be viewed on the town’s website. Proponents said this is a cost-effective plan that will provide for the educational needs of students and not approach the issues with the facility in a piecemeal way. Those against want to see a less expensive plan, that will fix just the essentials, and not burden people during economically difficult times. “We’re spending millions and millions on a high school, the leadership has left in disrepair for far too long,” said Charles Paonessa, em-

Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

than having a large welltrained dog at your side. Continued from page 1 Opinion, oh boy In July, Nick Carroll wrote a canine office with the an opinion piece: Trashgate: Berlin Police Department A year later. With the hotgave me a new appreciation button issue behind us, we’d for the work a dog and his hu- hoped a little humorous perman partner undertake in spective on the matter would the story: Mighty Titan be well-received. The answer brings new dimension to to that, is “yes” and “no.” A police work. few were not amused, but Titan is a working dog. most people just took it in He’s been part of the Berlin stride just as they had the Police Department for a year great debacle itself. and a half teamed with OffiAn excerpt: cer Aimee Krzykowski. A year has passed since “He goes everywhere I go the automated trash system and participates in all patrol was put in place in Berlin. functions. He’s always on Surprised to see the town shift with me, he’s full-time” still standing, still functionKrzykowski said describing ing? Surprised our older cititraffic stops, alarms, search- zens have managed to sures and assaults, back-up and vive the new garbage cans? mutual aid functions. He’s by Certainly, one could be forher side in the station when given for fearing the worst. she’s writing reports. After all, we were warned by The three year-old German opponents of the automated shepherd is one of two ca- trash system that the elderly nines on the force; Officer would be injured attempting Eric Chase and Zeusz, are a to maneuver the new “Soviet second team. The dogs wear era ‘cart’” — as one gentlebadges and their names are man referred to it — down painted on the side of the the driveway. (“Grandpa cruisers. lived through the Great De“I’ve had to adjust how I do pression and the Battle of police work, there are differ- the Bulge, but that walk to ent tactics and considera- the curb was too much for tions,” Krzykowski said who him.”) has been on the force six We were cautioned that a years. Sometimes the tactic is week’s worth of trash would comprised of nothing more not fit into the new can, and

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New generation savors the flavor of fresh-cooked food By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Tim Prosinski, head of the school district’s food services, is expanding his “lunch with Chef Tim” program. The fresh food and real-time cooking presentation has already proven to be a hit at Berlin High School. Now Willard Elementary School kids, in grades one through five, had a chance to check out the new, sensoryoverload way to enjoy a meal. The ingredients are simple: fresh locally-grown food, on-site preparation, herbs and add-ins such as garlic to

really get the olfactory senses in high gear. It’s all part of Prosinski’s goal to make lunch a positive break, in the midst of a student’s day, not just a dreary requirement. “We try to create excitement with aroma, and have fun,” Prosinski said. The chef sets up a cooking station where students can watch the meal take shape. He then goes around the cafeteria and offers students a chance to taste the results. “It smells good,” was the verdict from a line of fourthgraders waiting for a sample. During a recent presenta-

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big benefits, lots of books touched peoples’ hearts — it told the story of why it’s great to live in a small town: There is little about the East Berlin Library Association that falls within the realm of what might be expected. First of all, it is more like a book nook — about the size of a big closet or a small bedroom. Then, there is the odd pairing — the library shares a building with the East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department housed at 80 Main Street. And while some folks are surprised to hear there is such a place, the library has been a second-home to generations of East Berlin residents — playing a key role in the social life of the village. While the facility is extra small, the vitality of the place is evident as a stream of

visitors makes its way through the door during the abbreviated weekday hours. The library hours are Monday and Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m. No story I wrote last year got more reaction than the following: Cook fired over $2 sub sandwich: Amy Audette, head cook at Berlin High School cafeteria for 15 years, was abruptly fired from her job Feb. 5. Officials charge that Audette stole a $2 sub sandwich and set a bad example for her staff. She says there were two sandwiches, which were going to be thrown out, and she bought them at half price — and that she e-mailed her boss beforehand about her intentions to do so. “After 15 years of loyal service, I think I deserve better,” said Audette, 50. “I’m very upset in the way it happened and don’t think there is any cause for termination.

I know they are trying to cut costs. I want the town to know I was wrongly let go. It was wrong. I was shafted.” Audette’s termination letter states that she violated policy and exhibited a “blatant disregard for your re-

sponsibilities as the manager.” She has filed a grievance with the director of business operations, the first step in the grievance process. Audette said she never received a verbal or written warning, and that she has had an ex-

cellent relationship with her supervisor Director of Food Services Tim Prosinski. Officials did not comment on the situation. The termination letter from Director See Favorite, page 22

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ing the constant onslaught of messages from internet “friends” isn’t easy at an age when your world revolves around perceived status. Principal’s perspective “Kids are so plugged in, there’s no downtime from that,” said Matthew Harnett, principal at Berlin High School. “The pressure is constant and it can take on a life of its own. Kids say things on the computer they’d never say face to face…you can say anything without being held accountable. But once it’s in writing there’s no deleting it and no controlling where it goes.” Harnett pointed out that colleges, employers and others cyber-search; and in checking students’ backgrounds will often look at domains such as Facebook as part of their investigation. While there has been a couple of incidents, centered around internet issues, this year, Harnett said “The majority respect the rules.” Harnett said that although no complaints are dismissed – if

Local resources on internet safety www. R U in Danger.net, a book by Scott Driscoll and Laurie Gifford Adams, offers safety tips for parents and students. Their company Internet Safety Concepts LLC gives presentations. For more information email InternetSafetyConcepts@cox.net or call (860) 595-6120. Scott Driscoll is a former youth officer now retired from the Glastonbury Police Department. Internet safety brochure “Help Keep Your Child Safe Online” is available from the Berlin Police Department. it happens to you it’s serious – the incidents were not on the scale of scenarios that make the news. He estimated that, at the high school, “maybe 80 percent are on Facebook.” Middle school students often are, too, although technically they are not eligible. Harnett isn’t on Facebook. Boyfriend-girlfriends situations are one example of an area that can get out of hand. While the romance is on, photos might seem like a good idea, but a couple of weeks later, these could be used as weapons of revenge. An incident can feel magnified as “if everyone knows —it can be distracting or disruptive,” Harnett said. The school does not allow cell phone use during school

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hours and school computers are set to family-friendly standards. The school can’t regulate what goes on outside its boundaries, however, if there is overflow from fights, bullying or other internet issues, the school will work with students, and sometimes parents or police, to resolve it. “There is a strong relationship with staff, parents and student that helps up keep on top of situations,” he said. The guidance department, health classes and Upbeat work with small groups on these issues. Sports blogs that take shots at coaches and student athletes are troubling, too. “There are kids, 16, 17 — when people start writing stuff about kids, that’s when you have to draw the line.” Harnett said the approach he takes is to encourage students to look at how “the choices we make are about who we are and who we are going to be. “Shut it off, turn it off,” you don’t have to participate, he said. Students speak The following students spoke about their experi-

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You said it— 2010 Letters to the Editor worth another read

We get hundreds of Letters to the Editor every year — Berlin residents aren’t shy about expressing opinions. The best letters are short and to the point. We hope every one of our readers will send us one in 2011! Here are just a few of the missives that caught our attention in 2010.

Help is on the way

Sept. 2 To the editor: Thank you to the Berlin police, my unsung heroes. Last week they saved my life. So I am doing some singing this week. We all read about the negatives, and we read about the birth they helped with last week, that was a positive. I could not breathe, no matter how much oxygen was pumping in. It did not help that I had that last cigarette puff 10 minutes before. They had to do a neck insert

to get air to my lungs, and of course, I fought. My hero literally threw me in his arms and carried me to the ambulance making sure I could not remove the tube, and held me until they got me to the hospital. Thank you officer. Thank you Berlin police. I may grumble next week if you stop me for driving through a caution light, but this week I am singing. You did save my life. You are my heroes. Jeriann Trowbridge Kensington

Art Powers May 26 To the editor: It’s about time. I was totally amazed that Art Powers is finally going to be recognized for the “hometown hero” he is. When I was young, he would come to the farm and talk to my greataunts and great-uncle. Art would explain what direction he wanted to bring the

town and all the problems he would incur by doing so. He has done so much for this town, as I have previously stated, I do not understand why such political animosity must be shown to a guy who just wanted to make Berlin a nicer place to live. In my opinion, both sides of the Town Council should get off their hands, leave their political affiliations at the door and start doing the true work of improving the community, trying to lower taxes, control spending on both sides of the budget -never mind who said what -and arguing about cost/expenditures of trivial matters (in my opinion which always boils down to complaining about your three-legged horse that don’t go fast -but you sure got a deal on the price). In my opinion, I know Catherine would be extremely proud to see “Arty” Powers afforded this recognition for working so hard to try to

Government Meetings

Tuesday, Jan. 4 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10 Economic Development, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Public Health VNA, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11 Conservation Commission, Town Hall

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make Berlin a better place to live. But, to me, he will always be in my memory the frisky little school boy who had to go in back of the piano until he cooled down and could resume proper schooling -in a two-room school house way back when. Bobby McGee Kensington

Dog need parks, too July1 To the editor: Well, it was a matter of time before someone used the “dog and dog owners have taken over the park.” For someone whom lives in that area, you would think they would know that other than dogs, I’ve seen trail bikes, people jogging, walking etc. I’m a tax payer in Berlin and the only place in Berlin to take my dogs is Bicentennial Park. I clean up after them and keep them in my site at all times. I’m sure I can’t take my dogs to Percival pool, or the playground at Willard or any other park in Berlin. That’s a very selfish and ignorant statement. We haven’t taken over; we just needed some where to take them. If they need somewhere to take their kids and don’t like dogs -well

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there is Willard, a great playground made just for your kids. And the beauty of that playground is it’s just minutes away. Brian Morrell Berlin

Slow down, people

June 3 To the editor: In many of the residential neighborhoods in Berlin and Kensington, the posted speed limit is 25 miles per hour; however, few vehicles respect and obey those limits, often traveling at speeds twice that of the posted speed limit. As evidence of this, please just observe the many carcasses of dead birds, squirrels, possums, skunks, cats, and dogs on the road. What will it take for the citizens of Berlin to respect the law and drive at safe speeds? A dead child lying on the road? My wife and I obey the speed limits as well as slow down and brake for animals, pets, children, and pedestrians in the road. I think it’s called respect for life. I call upon all citizens to obey the speed limits and to report any observed violators to our local police department. William Brighenti Berlin

High school scene

(A new high school plan brought in the largest amount of letters last year. People were passionate for and against the proposal. Here are two letters from the dozens we received.) May 20 To the editor: Berlin High School accreditation was put on warning status with four areas of deficiency specified: curriculum, assessment, management and facilities (the building). This does not mean our high school will lose accreditation. We will only lose it if we do not submit a feasible plan

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Letters Continued from page 8 to fix the areas of weakness. Option #2 is only one way of many to maintain high school accreditation. Please know that Berlin High School accreditation is not on warning status because of deficiencies in our building alone. The other three areas of weakness are also contributors to the warning. The Board of Education has not educated you, the voters, on the whole story as to why accreditation is on warning. They have only made you focus on the building. The other three issues need to be brought out into the light, too. They are the ones that involve student learning, grading, and how the school is managed. Know the facts before you vote. Dave Kobus Kensington May 20 To the editor: I’ve read some passionate and widely divergent views on the upcoming referendum and the issue of Option 2 — renovate-as-new. The writers are Berlin citizens and town leaders, a number of whom are former students of mine from Berlin High English classes, way back when. I thought it was time I follow their example and express my own view, just as passionately. Simply put, we desperately need to renovate Berlin High School. Its current condition is detrimental to our children and their education, despite all the efforts of our dedicated faculty. It is a deterrent to new residents, who in years past would choose to move here because of our fine schools, and thus it has a potentially negative effect on our tax base and the growth and vibrancy of our community. When I read that our schools are “not adequate” to meet the educational needs of Berlin students currently or in the future, it is a source of great concern. Yet, I would think that the residents of Berlin would be just as concerned if the high school building were deemed to be merely “adequate.” We now have an opportunity to make it truly exemplary, at a

relatively low investment, given the amount of funding and reimbursement available to us, if we act promptly. It is one of the most urgent matters we face, made even more so by uncertain financial times in which we live. We owe it to our kids and the town we love, and to the future of both. Enough of the band-aid approach to solving our facilities problems. Vote “yes” for BHS on June 8. Carol R. Virostek Berlin

Wussification Feb. 11 To the editor: I am a student at Plainville High School. I am writing in response to the Berlin citizen who felt that the rude fan behavior displayed by Berlin’s spectators was a completely acceptable part of sports. (Letter Jan. 28 issue: “Where do we draw the line?”) He referred to the bigger problem in this situation, which he called “The Wussification of America.” I am fairly confident that “wussification” is not a word, and it seems that the real problem here is that people are becoming increasingly ruder and disrespectful, and this is becoming the norm in our society. Sports rivalries exist all over the country, and they are a surefire way to add excitement to any sports match. However, regardless of what sport is being played or the level at which it is being played, respect to both teams’players is

a common courtesy. I understand that people get carried away with professional sports, but there is a key difference between attending a Giants vs. Eagles game and a Plainville vs. Berlin game. Pro sports are about entertaining people. A football team is essentially a business, in existence to make money and provide people with entertainment. High school sports, on the other hand, are a form of educational enrichment, but with additional emphasis on sportsmanship, character building, and respect. Not all professional sports fans seem to feel that uncouth behavior is allowed. Even Red Sox fans were able to put aside their dislike for the Yankees to applaud heartily when New York manager Joe Torre took the field during the April 2005 ring ceremony. Torre is a respected figure in the baseball world, and it says something about the opposing team when its fans hold him in such high esteem. So, please, try to understand that here in Plainville, respecting our own sports teams and the teams we play against is simply the only behavior we will tolerate. Brittany Rogan Plainville

Gratitude to bystanders July 8 To the editor: My family and I wanted to extend our gratitude to the

many members of our community who stopped to assist and render first-aid to my wife and two children who were involved in a serious motor vehicle accident on a recent Saturday evening on the Chamberlain Highway. I first received a cell phone call from someone who had stopped at the scene and he informed me of what oc-

curred and where it had taken place, I arrived on the scene within minutes and found several other bystanders talking with and calming my wife as well as rendering first aid and preventing further injury to my children. My wife and children were still in the vehicle

See Letters, page 13

Liegeot named

Governor M. Jodi Rell has appointed Maureen Liegeot of Kensington as a member of the Connecticut Medical Examining Board. The board, which is responsible for reviewing complaints lodged against physicians and physician assistants, is a branch of the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Liegeot is retired from the Kensington Fire District for several years. “This Board must address complex circumstances and help to maintain our high health care standards across Connecticut,” Governor Rell said. “Maureen’s life experiences have provided her with an invaluable skill set which makes her an asset to this panel. She is thoughtful, even-handed and pays close scrutiny to details. She is also not afraid to speak her mind. I thank Maureen for her willingness to serve the state.”

Winter Wonderland: an opportunity for Berlin photographers

The life of Riley Riley is a rescue pup. He has quite a story to tell. Look for a special series, The Life of Riley coming, January 2011. Only in The Citizen.

What’s your favorite wintertime photo? You could get it published in The Citizen. The theme is “Winter Wonderland.” Send us your best shot of wildlife, storms, sports, sunsets or whatever you think best depicts the cold, cruel world of January — or the fabulousness of it all. Please include your name, phone number, and details about the photo such as where it was taken and when. Send the photo (as an attachment) and the required information to news@theberlincitizen.com and put “Winter Wonderland” in the subject line. If your submission is selected, we’ll run it Page 1 with a photo credit in a January edition.

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Berlin Congregational

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.

St. Paul St. Paul Church has scheduled New Years Eve Mass for Dec. 31 at 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.; New Years Day Mass at 1:30 and 4 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 2

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Mass at 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon.

Taize service 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.

Kensington Congregational 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.

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.

Saint Gabriel’s Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church has scheduled Sunday worship at 8:30 a.m. The worship service is dignified but informal. Saint Gabriel’s includes children of all ages in worship and welcome their ‘joyful noise.’ The services feature music from the 1982 Hymnal and on occasion they enjoy an anthem or instrumental offering from one of our congregation’s musicians, in addition to the prepared prelude and postlude offered by the organist.

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Obituaries

John Chojnicki

John Chojnicki of Kensington died unexpectedly Dec. 19, 2010 at the Hospital of Central CT. He was 75 years old, born March 30, 1935 in New Britain. He was the son of the late Alexander and Mary Shivdziona Chojnicki. He attended schools in New Britain and entered the Army in 1957. He proudly served his country in Germany. Upon his return, he worked at Fafnir Bearing Co. and after 20 plus years retired from Tuttle and Bailey of New Britain. In 1961, he married the love of his life Juanita (Nita) Drake Chojnicki. Besides his wife, he is survived his two devoted daughters Kimberly Fodor and husband Gabor and Shelly Recck and husband Tony. He was the extremely proud grandfather to Taylor, Mackenzie, and Connor Recck, their “Hoppa”. He is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Jeannine Chojnicki of Burlington and Lucille Chojnicki of New Britain. He also leaves his special princess and loyal companion, Kally, who brought him much joy the last five years. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.

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Douglas Lasher Douglas Stuart Lasher, 62, of Kensington, husband of Donna (Cass) Lasher for 37 years, died Dec. 19, 2010 at home after a brief illness. Born in New Britain, son

of the late Robert Hall Lasher and the late Jean (Eichorst) Lasher Stabert and step-father Richard Stabert, he attended Smith School in New Britain, moved to Berlin and graduated from Berlin High School, and worked at Okay Industries, Inc. for over 35 years as a maintenance supervisor before becoming production supervisor. He served as a volunteer for local charitable organizations and helped lead the holiday food and toy drive for Okay. His many interests through the years included remote controlled

cars, potato cannon, mini bikes, coin collecting, and many visits to the casino, all of which he shared with his greatest love, his wife Donna. He will be remembered for his love of life and people as well as his sense of humor. Whether for young or old, he always had a bit of wisdom and wit for everyone. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Duane and David Stacey; a brother, John Lasher of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a sister-in-law Nancy Black and her husband

James of Waterbury; a niece Laura Kramer; and four nephews, Jason and Robert Lasher, Michael Kelly, and Alan Sachok. Services were held Dec. 23, 2010 at Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in Doug’s memory may be made to the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, 74A Vine Street, New Britain, CT 06052.

maintenance issue,” said Gary Brochu, president of Continued from page 2 the school board. “This is not a school issue, it’s a commuhave other financial issues nity issue…we can argue the eroding their ability to keep rules, but this is the reality. If up with expenses — and how 58 years isn’t old a tax increase would impact enough…when will it be old them. enough?” Deputy Mayor Steve The net cost has been reMorelli said the town can’t duced by 20 percent and the control rules the state imposentire facility has been dees on how a facility is reimclared educationally inadebursed for renovations. Howquate, said officials supportever, the town has an obligaing the new plan. Not fixing tion to move forward on the problems in a comprehenstatement of need the Board sive manner, will only cost of Education presented, he more in the long run, they said. said. “This is not a preventative

The resolution to move forward with bonding the project was scheduled to be published, Tuesday, Dec. 28, giving residents until 4:30 p.m., Monday, Jan.10, to file a petition to take the item to referendum.

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He was predeceased by his siblings Mary Chojnicki, Florence Zajac, Edward, Henry and Fred Chojnicki. Most of all, John enjoyed his Sunday family days, fishing, NASCAR racing, and trips to the casino. He also enjoyed his daily Kensington McDonalds visits, talking and joking with his friends. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Dec. 22, 2010 at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Burial with military honors was at Wilcox Cemetery, East Berlin. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. The family wants to express thanks and gratitude to the staff of the Critical Care Unit and the Emergency Room of the Hospital of Central CT for the care and tenderness they provided to John and his family in their time of need. Please share a memory of John with the family in the on line guest book @ www.ericksonhansen.com

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Senior Happenings

AARP

The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Jan. 10 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 18 at 1:15 p.m. at the Senior Center. Sally Calderone, of the Berlin Historical Society, an authority on the history of Berlin, is scheduled to speak. Refreshments will follow.

Senior Social at the Pineloft

Senior Social is scheduled for the second Tuesday of the month at the Pineloft Restaurant, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, from 4:45 to 6:45 p.m. The evening includes supper and light entertainment. For more information and cost, call (860) 828-9797.

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seling services are offered free of charge on Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Senior Center. Appointments with Cheryl Eiderdown, MSW Intern, are required. Eiderdown also will schedule home appointments. For more information and to make an appointment, call (860) 225-3561, ext. 335.

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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Computer use Thanks to a donation of a computer and printer from the Friends of Berlin Public Health Nursing Services, seniors are invited to use this equipment free of charge. Sign up at scheduled computer time at the Senior Center. Appointments with Cheryl Eiderdown, MSW Intern, are required. Eiderdown also will schedule home appointments. For more information and to make an appointment, call (860) 225-3561, ext. 335.

Senior trips The Senior Center has scheduled the following trips. For more information, call (860) 828-7006. Jan. 27-28 — Mohegan Sun overnight. February — Cabaret Lulu at Old Sturbridge Village. March 15-23 — Sorrento, Italy. March 16 — Boston Flower Show/Spirit of Boston.

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April 7-8 — Tropicana Casino, Atlantic City. April 12 — Botanical Gardens, New York. April 16-23 — Western Caribbean. April 29 — Daffy Daffodils. May 15-22 — Bermuda Beckons. May 17 — Log Cabin – 8 to the Bar. June 16 — World Flower Show. July 13 — Suffolk Downs. July 23-31 — National Parks of the West.

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. May 25 — “Oh What a Night” musical tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons at the Aqua Turf Club.

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and these members of the community, whom I do not have any names, took the time to stop and assist and do whatever was necessary to make a traumatic experience less frightening for my family as they waited to be removed from the wreckage. At a time when we read editorials of Republicans vs. Democrats, or citizens for and against a renovated school or citizens upset with fan behavior at sporting events, or parents upset with volunteer coaches in our sports programs, I am happy to know that no matter what complaints the citizens in our town air in the media, when it comes to helping a complete stranger, many will take it upon themselves and do what they hope someone would do for their family in the same situation. I want to express my thanks to these anonymous bystanders as well as the Berlin police and fire departments and Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ambulance Service whom also acted in a calm professional manner. John and Dorothy Carlone and family Kensington

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ple of Connecticut,” DeFronzo said. Continued from page 1 The state budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1 looking to eliminate anyone’s faces an estimated deficit of job, but we are looking for ef- as much as $3.67 billion, or ficiencies and we are looking about 18 percent of estimatfor help from our state em- ed spending. ployees in identifying those “I need his expertise. I efficiencies and finding out need his relationships withhow we might be able to pack- in government. I need his reage these services a little bit lationships within the notmore effectively for the peo- for-profit community,” said

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Malloy, who is set to take office on Jan. 5. “And he will be someone I will turn to on a repeated basis as we seek to reorganize government in the coming two years.” Malloy, who is expected to present his two-year state budget on Feb. 16, said his transition staff is reviewing old auditors’ reports and looking at every state agency for possible consolidations

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Financial aid information

The Berlin High School guidance department has scheduled a Financial Aid program for Thursday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. Carolyn Karno, a former financial aid representative from the Connecticut Student Loan Foundation and now working independently as a consultant for Education Funding Strategies will present an informative program to assist parents with understanding the Financial Aid Process and filling out the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms.

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Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Friends of the Library co-presidents, from left, Nancy Driska and Lynn Baccaro join Pam Dennis, family and consumer science teacher at Berlin High School, in judging the entrees in the library’s first Gingerbread Decorating Contest. The entry pictured is one of the first place winners. nations may be sent to Ellen Calafiore, 33 Round Hill Rd, Kensington, CT 06037. Checks may be made payable to: BHS Grad Party. For more information, contact Ellen Calafiore at (860) 223-6313 or ecalafiore@comcast.net

Reunions Berlin High School Class of 1981 and 1982 are planning a joint reunion for the fall of 2011. Classmates that “like” the Facebook page at http://on.fb.me/bhs81 will be provided with updated re-

union plans, can post comments to the site and reconnect with classmates. Berlin High School Class of 1971 reunion is in the planning stages. To make this event a night to remember, contact Nancy at (860) 604-2134. Leave you name, phone number and best time to call. Hartford Public High School Class of 1961 is looking for classmates names and addresses for the 50th reunion. Please email hphs61@gmail.com or call (860) 667-0578.

Mooreland Hill School announced the first trimester honor roll. Highest Honors Grade eight - Olivia Fischer, Anna Kamradt, Jonathan Plourde. Grade seven - Samantha Plourde, Nathaniel Revenaugh, Brian Tomasco. Grade six - Michael Antonio, Ben Czuprinski, Brianna Gambacini. High Honors Grade eight - Tyree Burns, Zoe Lavoie. Grade seven - Briana Lugo, Carter Neubieser. Grade six - Michael Fischer. Honors Grade nine - Hamish Clark, Christopher Martin, Alizae Wineglass. Grade eight - Dahnique Brown, Erin Conry, Mary Sisson. Grade seven - Khalil Bradley, Peter Hoyle, Robert LeConche, Alexandria Martin, Rhianna Miller. Grade six - Kristin Abato, Duane Hinkson, Paige Miller. High Effort Honors Hamish Clark, Ben Czuprinski, Olivia Fischer, Brianna Gambacini, Anna Kamradt, Zoe Lavoie, Sarah LeDuc, Jonathan Plourde, Samantha Plourde, Brian Tomasco, Dennis Villanueva. Effort Honors Michael Antonio, Tyree Burns, Erin Conry, Michael Fischer, Duane Hinkson, Peter Hoyle, Madison Hunter, Briana Lugo, Christopher Martin, Nathaniel Revenaugh, Alizae Wineglass.

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Reflective house signs The Berlin High School Class of 2011 All Night Graduation Committee has blue reflective house sign for sale. The reflective signs can help emergency vehicles to quickly locate your house. They’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 Nigh 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. Do-

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 30, 2010

Worthington Ridge shined Christmas Eve By Amy Prescher Special to The Citizen

Worthington Ridge was aglow with holiday spirit on Christmas Eve. By sunset, a team of volunteers, including Santa and members of the Berlin Fire Department, had placed over one thousand paper lanterns along the side of the road, creating a magical trail of light through the historic district. Residents of “The Ridge”, some surprised by the event, were drawn outdoors and awed by the beauty of the night. Most spectators, however, experienced the luminaria from their cars. Robin Evans, a volunteer

for the set-up, and Worthington Ridge homeowner, noticed an increase in traffic volume and said cars were traveling at a leisurely pace, rather than speeding by as they usually do. Many residents, inspired by the enthusiasm of the volunteers and the festive atmosphere, hope this will be the beginning of a new tradition, and that in the future, people might be enticed to take a holiday stroll featuring caroling and hot chocolate. For Chris Rose, whose vision and flawless organization were behind the event, seeing the luminaria alight was a dream come true. Photo by Amy Prescher

Worthington Ridge was aglow with more than one thousand paper lanterns Christmas Eve.

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Boy Scouts â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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. Boys Basketball - BHS vs. New Britain at New Britain, 7 p.m. Wrestling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Glastonbury Duels at Glastonbury, 9 a.m.

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Financial aid information - The Berlin High School guidance department has scheduled a Financial Aid program for Thursday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. Carolyn Karno, an independent consultant

for Education Funding Strategies will present an informative program to assist parents with understanding the Financial Aid Process and filling out the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms. Junior Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club of Berlinâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Berlin Junior Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club of Berlin is scheduled to meet Thursday, Jan. 6 at Sage Pond Place. Social is at 7 p.m.; meeting at 7:30 p.m.

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every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Willard Elementary School. Help as often as you can. Drop-ins are welcome. Boy Scouts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 Rotary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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. Hubbard PTO - The Hubbard Elementary School PTO is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the school. All parents and guardians of Hubbard students are welcome. All Night Grad Party â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Berlin High School All

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, December 30,2010

Another action-packed year comes to a close By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Champions were crowned. Records were set. Milestones were reached. The following takes a look back at some of the sports stories locals were talking about in 2010. Milestones: The Berlin High School boys soccer team advanced to the semifinals of the state tournament for the first time in the history of the program … Katelyn Zarotney became just the sixth female BHS basketball player to eclipse the 1,000-point mark. Zarotney went on to become the program’s all-time scoring

leader … BHS pitcher Anthony Marzi struck out 18 batters in a victory over Southington … BHS volleyball coach Bob Tarigo collected his 400th career victory … The BHS Athletic Hall of Fame held its inaugural induction ceremony. Honors: Berlin High School baseball coach Leo Veleas was inducted into the CHSCA Hall of Fame … The BHS athletics department was selected as the No. 1 athletics department in the CIAC Class MM division … BHS athletics director Jim Day received the CIAC’s “Friend of Unified Sports” award … BHS’s David Cam-

pagna received the Northern Connecticut Chapter of the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame’s Scholar-Athlete Award … BHS’s Kaitlyn Bovee and Dan Hackett were recognized as top scholar-athletes at the CAS awards banquet … The BHS Athletic Hall of Fame unveiled its second class. Entering the Hall will be former BHS coaches Al Pelligrinelli and Jim Day, and athletes Robert McCann (Class of 1956), Mauro Gozzo (Class of 1984), Rocky Urso (Class of 1987), Ken Pera (Class of 1989), Monica Early (Class of 1990), Forrest Conoly (Class of 1991), David Swanson (Class of 1991) and Lindsey Pulito (Class of 2000). The 1958 state championship BHS baseball team will be immortalized in the Hall as well. Champs: The Berlin High School football team repeated as Central Connecticut Conference Division III champion. Also, the BHS gridders prevailed in the Wishbone Bowl against New Britain … The BHS girls basketball team claimed the CCC South Division championship … The BHS boys swim team claimed the CCC South Division title … The Newington-Berlin ice hockey team earned both the CCC South Division regular season and tournament titles …

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Katelyn Zarotney became the BHS girls basketball program’s all-time scoring leader. The BHS cheerleaders placed first at the CCC South Division competition. College: Eleven Berlin High School seniors who would be continuing their careers at NCAA Division I or II schools came together for a brief ceremony at the

high school library … BHS football star Max DeLorenzo gave a verbal commitment to continue his career at the University of Connecticut … Former BHS soccer player Maggie Murphy earned a

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Armand Cano and the BHS boys soccer team advanced to the semifinals of the CIAC Class L state Photo by Matt Leidemer tournament, a place the program had never before BHS pitching ace Anthony Marzi struck out 18 batters in a single game. been.

Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

College Corner

Former Berlin High School soccer star Kerry Scalora, a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, was named Ivy League Rookie of the Year recently. A forward/midfielder, Scalora tied for the team lead in goals (5) and points (12) this season, and became just the second player in program history to be named Rookie of the Year. Scalora also received second-team AllIvy League honors, one of just two freshman named to the first or second teams. Scalora helped UPenn claim the 2010 Ivy League title and advance to the NCAA tournament. Berlin High School alumna Kaitlyn Bovee, a freshman basketball player, was named Roger Williams University Female Athlete of the Week recently. The guard/forward totaled 23 points and 18 rebounds during a two-game stretch. The Berlin High School girls basketball program’s all-time scoring leader Katelyn Zarotney now plays for Siena College. At press time, the freshman forward had appeared in six games and had tallied eight points, nine rebounds and three steals. The Berlin High School girls basketball

Former Berlin High School football player A.J. Marsiglia had a solid season for Bridgton Academy, a post-graduate, boarding school. program’s all-time 3-point leader Alexys Vazquez now plays for Fairfield University. At press time, the freshman guard had appeared in eight games and had manufactured six points, four assists and five rebounds. Berlin High School alumnus A.J. Marsiglia helped lead the Bridgton Academy football team to a record of 6-4 this fall. Bridgton Academy is an all-male, postgraduate, boarding school where studentathletes spend a year improving in the classroom as well as on the playing field. Also, Bridgton Academy gives student-athletes looking to earn a college scholarship an additional year of exposure. Do you know of a Berlin resident competing in college athletics? Share the athlete’s successes with the community! E-mail us at sports@theberlincitizen.com.

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Year Continued from page 18

roster spot at Clemson University … Former Berlin High School soccer star Kerry Scalora, a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, was named Ivy League Rookie of the Year … BHS pitcher Austin Barnes will bring his talents to the University of Hartford baseball team. Youth: The Berlin Bash claimed the U-12 State Cup girls soccer championship … The Berlin Bash U-11 girls soccer team won the 2010 Cape Cod Challenge Cup Open (A Group) … The Berlin 11-year-old All-Star baseball went undefeated en route to winning the Southington South tournament … The Berlin 11-12year-old All-Star softball team swept its way to the District 5 championship … The Berlin 9-10-year-old All-Star softball team claimed the District 5 crown… The McGee Middle School girls cross country team went undefeated during the regular season, 13-0, and placed first at the Midstate Middle School League Invitational. Controversy: Backers of Brent Paladino were fired up that he was not offered the job of head professional at Timberlin Golf Course. Paladino served as interim head pro at Timberlin for several months when former head pro Jeff Coderre resigned … Friends of Berlin Baseball want Sage Park’s Zipadelli Field to be a baseball-only facility. Youth soccer teams use the field as well … BHS coaches and athletes continued to be “cyber-bullied” by anonymous bloggers online, prompting BHS athletics director Jim Day to consider severing ties with one particular newspaper which allows such behavior on its website … BHS’s lively student cheering section, The Red Sea, took some heat in the Letter to the Editor section of The Citizen for what some saw as unruly behavior during a boys basketball game against Plainville … U.S. District Judge Stefan Underhill ruled that cheerleading is not a sport. Chips shots: After five years on

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University of Connecticut-bound Max DeLorenzo and the Berlin High School football team claimed the 2010 Central Connecticut Conference Division III championship. the job, Jeff Coderre left his post as head professional at Timberlin Golf Course. He was replaced by Marc Bayram, who most recently was an

assistant pro at Shuttle Meadow Country Club … The ninth annual Stan Trojanowski Northern Junior tournament drew a talent-packed

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Thirteen Berlin Minutemen traveled to Bristol for a match recently. In the Mighty Mite Division, Nicholas Koops and Caleb Orde placed first. In the Bantam Division, Isaac Cortes and Braden Shea placed fourth. In the Intermediate Division, Nathan Orde, Luke Mangifico and Serge Duquette finished third. Graeden Boyer was fourth. In the Novice Division, Calvin Johnson placed second, as did Middle School Division wrestlers Sean Sullivan and Joe Inturri. The Berlin travel wrestling team opened the season with a 66-12 win over Hartford. Forfeit wins by Daniel Veleas and Nick Arborio gave Berlin

an early lead. Josh Veleas expanded the lead, earning a pin in 45 seconds. Anthony Buccheri then battled his way to a third-period pin. From there, Andrew Zovich fell behind early, but in the third period, came up with a reversal and a pin against Berlin’s Noah Villella. Ronnie Watson went on to earn the fastest fall of the night — 26 seconds. Michael Patterson followed with a pin. After Jared Zima came up short against Hartford’s most experienced guy, Vinny Biscoglio and Joe Inturri closed out the meet with back to back pins. Also winning by forfeit for Berlin were Niko Fusco and Sean Sullivan. Berlin’s Connor Ruszcyk battled hard, but came up short.

field to Timberlin … Local golfer Erica Barnes won the Connecticut State Women’s Amateur golf tournament … Berlin’s Kyle Gallo bested the field at the Connecticut Open Championship golf tournament with a 54-hole total of 200 (10-underpar). It was Gallo’s fourth Open title. Look who’s here: The Hartford Colonials, a member of the United Football League, used Sage Park’s Scalise Field as its practice facility. Practice sessions were open to the public … Connecticut Amateur Jai Alai opened for business. The facility includes a 112-foot, three-sided jai alai court, and a mini court for learning the game … Appearing at Ken’s Cards and Collectibles were former University of Connecticut women’s basketball stars Tina Charles and Renee Montgomery, and professional wrestling legend Ted “The Million Dollar Man” DiBiase. Local connection: The Northwest Catholic baseball team captured the CIAC Class S state championship. Berlin residents Fanol Prevalla and Patrick Dornfried were members of the team, which is coached by Berlin High School alumnus Cory Carlson … Berlin resident Tom Pac’s daughter, Erin, a bobsledder, earned a bronze medal at the Vancouver Olympic Games … Berlin residents Ann and Tom Thibodeau celebrated their son Tom Thibodeau’s hiring as head coach of the NBA’s Chicago Bulls. Odds and ends: The CIAC Golf Committee looked at the possibility of moving either, or both, the boys and girls golf season from the spring to the fall. In the end, the decision was made to keep golf season where it is … The CIAC Board of Control unanimously passed regulations that sanction a coach who chooses to publicly criticize game officials … Members of the Berlin High School bike club rode 45 miles through the streets of New York City … Boys lacrosse earned official club status at BHS … The Berlin Post 68 American Legion baseball program fielded a Junior team … A Berlin baseball team took the field in the Wallingford Twilight League … Governor M. Jodi Rell signed a bill that requires training for school coaches on the effects of concussions in student-athletes. The bill also mandates that coaches must keep any player out of a game or practice if he or she shows signs of a concussion, and cannot allow the players to re-enter until medically cleared … Race fans converged on the Berlin fairgrounds for the second annual Plainville Stadium Reunion. Happy New Year!

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Favorite Continued from page 6 of Human Resources Denise Bard, who handled the firing, Bard outlined why Audette was fired. “You admitted that you did take two sub sandwiches despite (the policy)” which does not allow staff to purchase food or pay in cash. People to admire I spent many months gathering stories and doing research for a story on Berlin’s Vietnam era vets. Finally, in May 27 edition, the story was published. It was a privilege to speak to the vets who helped us tell about how the war had changed them and how they picked up the

pieces and carried on. There was one fact that didn’t make it into this story and that has bothered me ever since. Richard Benson, who gave me extensive help with this story, wasn’t interested in talking about the medals he won, he just wanted a chance to acknowlege all the local people who served in that era. In the end, I decided to include information about the Purple Heart he’d received and put that important detail in a revision of the original story. However, due to a technological glitch, the version I sent to publication did not include the revision. Below, this version of the story corrects the oversight. Vietnam era vets: life

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goes on, but memories stay close Some served “in country,” others were part of the war effort on other fronts, but scores of veterans from Berlin were part of the tumultuous Vietnam era. Three young Berlin men were killed in that war and many others suffered injuries, physical and otherwise. Most who returned have gotten on with their lives, but there is no doubt the war changed individuals and the country. Three local veterans — Cleveland P. Huggins, Rich Smilnak and Richard Benson — spoke with The Citizen about their Viet Nam era experiences; where they picked up when they came back to Berlin and how they view the uneasy reconciliation that has evolved as people re-evaluate what happened to the country during this controversial period. “There are some real heroes from this town,” said Dick Benson as he listed the names of several who served; some who were injured, some who earned Purple Hearts. Benson earned a Purple Heart, as well, but that’s not what he talked about, instead, he emphasized that Vietnam era vets live among us and typically remain quiet about their service. Their scars often not visible as they get on with their lives. In many cases, they continue to serve their communities — like a Viet Nam era helicopter pilot who now flies for Life Star. Benson went to Vietnam as a noncommissioned officer and served as a squad leader and platoon sergeant. His duty began Christmas day 1969. On Jan. 27 1970, after just 30 days on the ground, he and several men were severely injured during an ambush. A Nov. 11 story by Maura Gaffney made a big impression on all of us at The Citizen and many of you also complimented WAVES helped pave way for today’s women in uniform. When Mary Ann Goodell decided to join the Navy in 1948, at age 20, her friends tried to talk her out of it. “Mary Ann, nice girls don’t join the service,” they said. Goodell and many women like her disregarded such views and proudly went

Mary Labieniec dances with a friend at her 102 birthday party. on to serve their country. Today, Goodell, an 81 year-old Berlin resident, is a member of WAVES National, an organization for women who have served or are currently serving in the nation’s sea services (Navy, Marines and Coast Guard). Goodell and her fellow WAVES share a unique experience that deserves recognition on Veterans Day.” People who made us smile It was just a little story, but my Irish roots responded in a big way: Irish tradition yields 150 loaves of soda bread for gifts. The Jones family made and distributed at least 150 loaves of Irish soda bread to neighbors, friends and family this year — a tradition they’ve engaged in for the last decade. “It’s our great-aunt Mary’s recipe and it comes from County Longford in Ireland,” said Cathy Jones. She and her husband K.C Jones, along with their children Connor, a McGee Middle School student, and Shannon, a Berlin High School student (also an Irish step dancer), work on the project together. Cathy Jones said the family recipe is a secret and at least 100 years old. Soda bread, along with rye bread, is traditional Irish fare and a good complement to corned

beef and cabbage or just on its own. Soda bread dates back to approximately 1840, when bicarbonate of soda was introduced in Ireland. The Jones’ St Patrick’s Day project takes two weekends of cooking and five cast iron frying pans are put to work. Cathy Jones said it’s the family’s way of saying “thank you” to the recipients. Another little story makes the list: At 102, Labieniec enjoys a wonderful life Mary Labieniec celebrated her 102 birthday, March 1, with a day-long party at the McDonald’s restaurant on New Britain Road. The honoree said the event was “wonderful”. She was surrounded by scores of friends and five generations of family. Labieniec bought a new outfit for the occasion and friends noted that this petite dynamo always exhibits great style. She also knows how to have a good time and, after patiently sitting through a rendition of “Happy Birthday” by the crowd of wellwishers, Labieniec took to the dance floor with partner after partner to show she had rhythm, too. Labeieniec moved to Berlin in 1961. She has dedicated much of her life to service to others and one of her volunteer jobs is See Favorite, next page

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The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests. Dec. 3 Matthew Gibson, 31, 174 Parker Ave., Meriden, seconddegree failure to appear. Christopher Horton, 23, 126 Carey Ave., Meriden, failure to drive in proper lane, multiple hwy., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, operating unregistered motor vehicle. Dec. 4 Michael Letizio, 25, 131 Main St., third-degree strangulation, interfering with an emergency call, disorderly conduct/assaultive, risk of injury (family violence related.) Dec. 5 Gary Charette, 53, 1188 Worthington Ridge, disorderly conduct/assaultive. Dec. 6 Connie M. Tuttle, 33, 140 Wooster St., New Britain, interfering with an officer, criminal impersonation.

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with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary. And finally… It was a lot of work but the results were worth. Throughout last summer, The Citizen ran a series of stories celebrating Berlin’s 225th anniversary: How it all began: A timeline of Berlin history. The timeline was researched and created by local historians: Beth Stowell, John Winiarski, Sallie Caliandri, and Cathy Nelson of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. They generously contributed their work to the series and the Berlin Historical Society opened its photo archives to us in order to provide a visual trip back in time. Here’s a snippet from the introduction: 1785-2010 Berlin at 225 — a celebration of community life Today The Citizen launches a special 225th anniversary year series to highlight the life and times of Berlin as the town celebrates this milestone during May— and throughout the year. The timelines are based on information taken from books about Berlin, old newspaper stories, microfilm archives and other historical documents. The Berlin Historical Society has over 1,000 photos in its archives and these give a portrait of Berlin in the days of dirt roads, carriages, a lively railroad stop, and a countryside brimming with farms. Although rendered in black, white and sepia, the olden days’ photos show a vibrant town. Lorraine Stub, from the historical society, helped with the photos. She recalled the Memorial Day parade that, in years past, rotated to various routes throughout town. When the parade route came to Worthington Ridge “You’d sit on your porch and watch it go by.”

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 30, 2010 intervene when there is a complaint of harassment. Whether or not a situation progresses to a criminal concern, depends, Germain said, on factors such as what the victim wants to see happen, whether parents get involved, and if the bullying stops. Following up with kids who’ve been the target of bullying, to make sure the situation continues to remain resolved, is an important step the SRO and youth detective take. Germain and Dumais said they often operate in a gray area when navigating a resolution, but every complaint or concern is taken seriously. “We do not minimize’ the impact of any complaint,” Germain said. Police are available to discuss these concerns with students and confidentiality will be kept to the extent possible. An incident that happens on Facebook may end up being brought to school the next day. But often those incidents can be short-circuited through discussion. It’s hap-

there forever.” Parents often are not tech savvy and “don’t Continued from page 7 realize what kids are sending.” nice and what isnt.” There’s a generational diLegal lessons vide when it comes to the “The vast majority are doprevalence and importance ing the right thing on the inof social media in one’s life, ternet,” said Paul Germain, school resource officer at Germain said. He works Berlin High School, noting closely with Youth Detective that there are nearly 2,000 Brian Dumais who works at young people enrolled in McGee Middle School where Berlin middle and high students take a pledge not to bully. schools. “Schools have bullying But for those who don’t unpolicies in place and this exderstand the ramifications of their internet activities, they tends to using electronic meneed to realize there can be dia,” Dumais said. Targeting psychological, school and internet education towards parental consequences — middle school students may and even criminal conse- be an even more critical age quences if things go too far, to reach, as by high school, kids have a better idea of he said. “Technology is growing what to avoid, he said. There have been a handful faster than the laws can keep up or that parents can moni- of incidents this year, Gertor,” Germain said. He’d like main said. “Kids don’t hang to see kids get more educa- out in the park like they used tion around the issues and to, they hang out through the for parents to get more in- internet” and at times that volved. “anonymity leads to bad “Think before you hit choices.” send,” Germain said. “You The main approach, police can’t take it back and it’s out and school officials take, is to

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203-235-8431 MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS PIANO LESSONS At Your Home or Mine References 860-229-5151 PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS. Many different instruments offered. Beginners to Advanced. Experienced music teachers. Call Sarah or Mark 203-235-1546 Fall openings available.

Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome

Piano Lessons

860-930-4001 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

WANTED TO BUY

1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$ Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Antiques, Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

HOUSES FOR RENT MERIDEN Small 3BR house. WD hookup. Deck. Gas heat. $1175/mo. First & security. Available immediately. Call 203-918-9035 or 203-832-2328

APARTMENTS FOR RENT BERLIN 2 BR, 2nd Floor. Large living room. Extra clean. All appliances included. Garage. No smoking. No pets. $900 per month. Call 860-234-0289 BERLIN-Newly remodeled apt. Brand new kit. & BA. $700/mo. Exc. location. 860-829-1213

Flanders West Apts Southington

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711

Always Buying Everything Old or Collectible. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-284-3786 or 203-379-8731 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - 1 & 2BR apts From $625 + sec. Heat & HW incl. Avail. now! 203-938-3789

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, December 30, 2010

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

L & E PROPERTY Management offers Meriden - 3 BR apts From $900 + sec. & utils. Avail. Immed. 203-938-3789

Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

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L & E PROPERTY Management offers Meriden - 3 BR apts From $900 + sec. & utils. Avail. Immed. 203-938-3789 MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. East Side, 2nd flr Studio, $758/mo+ sec. 1BR, 3rd fl, $845/mo+sec. 12pm-8pm 203630-3823 or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 1BR, 3rms, small apt., 2nd flr, Stove & refrigerator. Carpet. New tilt windows. Parking. No pets. Refs. & sec. dep. $500. 860-276-0552 MERIDEN - 1BR, spacious & remodeled, all appliances & hot water incl. East side. Deck. Secure building. on site parking. $695. 203-269-0763 MERIDEN - 2 & 3BR Modern apts available. Off st. parking. Section 8 approved. $850 $1000. Call (203) 715-2301 MERIDEN - Spacious 3BR, 3rd flr. Newly renovated. Off st. parking. Big yard. $1000 + sec. 203-294-1229 MERIDEN 1 & 2 bedroom apts - Extra clean (hrdwd flrs) & spacious apts available. Off-Street parking, extra storage and Section 8 approved. $800 - $1,000. Contact 203-379-0454.

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Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

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!

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(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA

MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd.

2 BR Starting at $750. Heat & HW incl. Ask about 1 month free rent. 203-639-8751 MERIDEN 1BR. 1st flr, remodeled No pets.Refs & good credit. $550/mo. Call 203-592-8331 MERIDEN 2-3BRs Apts Recently Renovated. Starting at $670. Off st parking. 1st mont rent FREE w/1yr lease. Sec & ref. Mike (203) 537-6137 MERIDEN 3 BR, 2nd Fl. Clean. $850. 31 Twiss St. 3rd flr, 2BR, $650. Recently painted. (203) 235-0274-leave message. MERIDEN DECEMBER’S RENT IS FREE! 3BR/2nd Fl. Completely remodeled. Brand New appliances. Separate utils. $950. Owner / Agent 203-996-1719 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- 2 bdrm/5rm 1rst. fl apt. recently renovated. No pets, no util. W/D hookup. Appl. incl'd. $900 per mo 12/1. Call 203-886-5983 MERIDEN- 2BR, 1st flr, 5 rms, Appliances included. $850/mo. 1 mos. sec. Call (203) 379-0072

GARY Wodatch Demolition Services. Sheds, pools, decks, garages, concrete walks, patios, Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

CARPENTRY ADDITIONS, Decks, Garages, Finish bsmt, Window & door replacement. Repairs of all types. Complete Home Improvement. Free est. 203-238-1449 # 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

CONCRETE & CEMENT

DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1

MERIDEN- Fully Furnished 3 Rooms - $675. Also, Efficiency - $575. Lease and security deposit required. Call 203-238-9772 MERIDEN-1BRS. All appliances & hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings 9-11 am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-1BRS. All appliances & hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings 9-11 am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-3BR Townhouse 416 Crown St. $1125/mo. 2 months plus security. 203-284-9016 leave message MERIDEN-Spacious 4BR in quiet residential area, near highways, off-st-parking. $1350/mo. Call 203-624-0355 or 203-710-2000 MERIDEN. 1BR and studio apts, downtown on bus line. Startting at $495/mo. Utilities not included. 203-982-3042. MERIDEN. Small studio apt, $465/mo includes heat and electric. No pets. 203-982-3042 MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 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 WALLINGFORD 1 BR 3rd Fl. Remodeled, C-Air & heat. EIK, new appls & cabinets. Off st parking. Washer & Dryer. No pets. $700 + sec 203-272-3855

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

ROOFING

Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★

Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling. ★★★★★★★★

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

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

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

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

LANDSCAPING

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, $59 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 Expert De-Icers Commercial Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn

TREE SERVICES HIGHLANDCONTRACTOR.COM Residential/Commerical. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. Firewood Available 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159

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

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

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

SNOW PLOWING

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POLISH/English speaking woman to clean house w/care. 2nd cleaning 50% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. 860-538-4885

C&M CONSTRUCTION APARTMENTS FOR RENT

MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016

GARY Wodatch Debris removal of any kind. Homeowner’s, contractor’s, small dumpsters avail. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

HEATING & COOLING

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

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122 WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

ROOMS FOR RENT

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

GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT YALESVILLE Outside storage. Campers, boats & motor homes. Call 203-641-4746

FENCING

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GARAGE DOORS GARAGE Doors and openers repaired and installed 10 % off. Rios Overhead Door 203-297-0685 or www.riosoverheaddoors.com HIC#0624979

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

RICK’S AFFORDABLE Prickers, Small Tree removal. Gutters cleaned. 15 yrs experience. 203-530-4447. GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Hedge/tree trim., trimming over grown properties. Est 1985. All calls returned. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430

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

Edwin Cordero PAINTING Int/Ext. Local, established, reliable craftsman. Call (203) 537-2411 CT#614827

PLUMBING

WANTED 4 or 5 room house or apt. Meriden area. Middle age, section 8, clean, 1 cat. $850 per month. (203) 238-9756

HANDYPERSONS

A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. DON’T MOVE - IMPROVE! Free estimates. 203-631-1325

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

SIDING

Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

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

FIDERIO & SONS

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

ROOFING

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

PLEASE CHECK YOUR AD This newspaper makes every effort to avoid errors in advertisements. Each ad is carefully checked and proofread, but when you handle thousands of ads, mistakes do slip through. We ask therefore, that you check your ad on the FIRST day of publication. If you find an error, report it to the

Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.

203-237-0350

C&M CONSTRUCTION WANTED TO RENT

SERVICES OFFERED

CT Reg. #516790 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

SNOW PLOWING SNOW PLOWING #1 AFFORDABLE Commercial, Sanding, 24 hrs. 203-630-2642 YOU SPENT ENOUGH MONEY ON CHRISTMAS NOW IT’S TIME TO SAVE. Get your driveway plowed cheap. Call 203-935-7202

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Thursday, December 30, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen HOUSES FOR SALE

Make MERIDEN $119,900 Large home with lots of possibilities. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & 2 car garage. All on big lot. Call to see! Judy 203-235-3300

HELP WANTED

Early Childhood Director

2011 The Year Of Your New Career

CLASSES NOW FORMING FOR: )MASSAGE THERAPY )HEALTH CLAIMS SPECIALIST )PROFESSIONAL FITNESS TRAINER )MEDICAL ASSISTANT )PARALEGAL )COMPUTER NETWORKING MANAGEMENT

Candidate must have a four year degree from accredited college in early childhood education or degree related to child development. Candidate must be eligible for head teacher certificate from the state of Connecticut, experience working with preschool children and must have knowledge of CT State and licensing regulation. Special Notes: Cover letter to include reasons why you are ready for this exciting and challenging opportunity. Salary Range: $36,000$40,000 with medical benefits, retirement, full family membership including child care on space available basis Email resumes to Katie Sherman, Director of Child Care at ksherman @southington-cheshireymca.org. Include cover letter and five references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Resumes until: 1/14/10

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Southington 35 N. Main St.|Windsor 995 Day Hill Rd. Branford One Summit Place HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN $259,900 Spacious 3BR, 2.5 bath in private 3/4 acre neighborhood near Middlefield line. Remodeled kit & baths. New stainless appls, gleaming HW flrs & Cair. Linda 203-235-3300

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

F/T Groomer wanted @ Country Dog in Southington. Expanding salon looking for an energetic, professional and passionate groomer with 1+ yrs exp who can work independently & efficiently. Future growth opportunities within the company are likely. Must possess exc customer service skills & exceptional work ethics. Call Cheryl 860-621-7297 F/T Groomer wanted @ Country Dog in Southington. Expanding salon looking for an energetic, professional and passionate groomer with 1+ yrs exp who can work independently & efficiently. Future growth opportunities within the company are likely. Must possess exc customer service skills & exceptional work ethics. Call Cheryl 860-621-7297

MECHANICS Semi-trailer dealership in need of trailer mechanics for repair facility. Should have mechanic tools. Benefits are available. Pay depends upon experience. Apply at: Atlantic Star Trailers 405 Industrial Ave. Cheshire, CT 06410 (203) 250-8000

WALLINGFORD $182,900 Great end unit in much sought after complex. 1360 sq ft, 2BR, 1.5BTH, FR in LR, full w/o basement with sliders to a private back yard. A must see! Call Dawn 203-265-5618

HELP WANTED

HOUSEKEEPING/ LAUNDRY FT/PT positions available. Prefer candidates with nursing home or related experience. Apply in person, M-F at: CT Baptist Homes 292 Thorpe Ave. Meriden, CT. 06450

Oil Burner Technician/HVAC Technician Around the Clock Heating & Cooling, Inc. in North Haven, is seeking a licensed residential oil burner technician/HVAC technician. Must have at least 4 years exp. and a “B” or “S” license. Competitive salary, company vehicle, 401K, medical, paid vacation & holidays. Call 203239-2226 to setup a confidential interview. PART TIME DATA ENTRY Temp with possible hire in Wallingford for someone who prefers morning hours, has stable work history & good understanding of sales orders, purchase orders & invoicing. MUST WANT PART TIME ONLY. $12. Call AR Mazzotta (203) 949-4242

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Human Resources Director Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA The Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs is seeking a YMCA mission-oriented professional to join the Association's management team, providing strategic leadership to attract, develop and retain the best talent available and to position the YMCA as an "employer of choice." Oversees the development and implementation of talent management/ human resources policies, plans and services, including recruitment, selection, legal compliance, employee benefits, compensation, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, employment practices and procedures, employee communications and events. Candidates must have Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or equivalent; Master's degree preferred and have eight or more years of professional experience in all aspects of human resources management and staff development and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have effective communication skills, be innovative and have superior management/ interpersonal skills.

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The Southington Community YMCA, (branch of the Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs) is seeking a YMCA mission-oriented professional to administer and lead a comprehensive early childhood program. Individual must be organized, team oriented, have supervisory experience, be creative and desire to positively impact our child care department. Our Early Childhood Director oversees and provides leadership to Preschool, Nursery School and KinderPal programs with approximately 235 enrolled and 35 staff. The position requires excellent skills and experience in organization, supervision, and planning, fiscal management with program budget of over one million dollars. Responsibilities will include hiring, training, supervising and motivating staff and volunteers, maintaining licensing compliance and promoting a positive environment for our early education children and their families. Computer skills in Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook required.

HELP WANTED Secretary/Administrative Person Around the Clock Heating & Cooling, Inc. in North Haven is seeking a part time secretary to answer phones, schedule work, dispatch technicians, make follow up phone calls, etc. Hours will be M-F mornings 7-11am. Exp. with Word/Excel/ Quickbooks preferred. Must be organized, have good people skills and a self starter. Call Lauren at 203239-2226 to schedule interview.

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Individuals interested in learning more about Nucor Steel Connecticut should register at http://www.nucor.com/opportunity and enter NSCTP. Individuals who register should be prepared to complete a brief questionnaire. Previous registrants will need to take the questionnaire again to be considered. The registration period ends January 5, 2010. Responses to the questionnaire will determine who receives an instructional letter regarding scheduled testing. Each individual should submit only one questionnaire related to this job posting. Nucor Steel Connecticut does not accept unsolicited resumes. No phone calls please. Nucor is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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

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Send to Janet Ebert at jebert@ southington-cheshireymca.org

Production We are looking for candidates who are willing to work rotating shifts which would require working both day and night shifts in a drug free environment. Most positions in our steel plant require moderate to heavy lifting and can be physically demanding including working in extreme temperatures. We offer competitive pay and benefits including Health Insurance and 401K Plan.

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