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Thursday, Februar y 17, 2011

Woman files variance to keep pet goat at home By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Sheri Sala rescued Benny, a dwarf Nigerian goat, about five years ago. Now she’s fighting to keep him, and has filed a zoning variance in hopes of saving him once again. There is currently a cease and desist order against her. “He’s been raised as a dog. I bottle fed him since he was three weeks old,” Sala said.

“He’s domesticated. It would kill me to get rid of him. I need to fight for this animal.” December 2010, the zoning department was alerted to the situation — that Sala had a farm animal at her home at 452 New Britain Road, a residential area, not zoned for this use. Subsequently, Sala received a letter from Zoning Officer Monica Holloway stating she needed three

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In her backyard on New Britain Road, Sheri Sala visits with her pets; goat Benny and Tiny, a Pomeranian.

Special election Feb. 22 A special election will be held Tuesday, Feb. 22, to fill a state senate vacancy for the 6th District. The candidates are Democrat Theresa Bielinski Gerratana, a former state legislator, and Republican Timothy Stewart, currently mayor of New Britain. All six polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The deadline for registering to vote is noon Friday, Feb. 18. You must register in person at the Registrar of Voters office at Town Hall. For election results check The Citizen’s website www.berlincitizen.com.

acres to keep a goat and that she had 30 days to place Benny elsewhere, unless she filed a variance. Sala has about 7,500 square feet of property. Regulations regarding keeping farm animals require approval from the Board of Zoning Appeals even if one has the requisite amount of land. Goats are named specifically in the regulations, along with other animals such as horses and cows. Animals can only be kept for personal use “as an accessory use to a residence” and not for commercial means. Benny is neutered, dehorned and has all his shots, even ones that aren’t mandatory, Sala said. While Benny was tiny as a kid, and expected to grow to only 30 or 40 pounds, now he appears to be pushing the size limits of a purebred dwarf Nigerian, which can be no more than 23 inches at the withers for a male. By state statute, in order to gain a variance, a person must demonstrate hardship in regards to his or her situation, a standard that has a high threshold for meeting that situation. See Goat, page 7

When it comes to following his dreams, Mike Sorrentino doesn’t let detractors get in the way. “Whatever you’re interested in, keep going after it,” he said. “If you really want to make something happen, just keep doing whatever you have to do to drive it forward and you’ll find a way.”

BHS alum helps bring ‘edgy fishing show’ to TV By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen Mike Sorrentino, one of the driving forces behind the Sportsman Channel’s “Hook, Line & Skillet”, describes the program as an “edgy fishing show.”

“We’ve decided to combine the fun travel of Anthony Bourdain, with an educational fishing show, and the fun part of preparing and eating food that you see on The Food ChanSee Show, page 6

Prince of Peace church thrives at 50 By Karen Brancato Special to The Citizen Feb. 19, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will celebrate the 50thanniversary of its inaugural worship service. The story of the church began when 18 people planned Berlin’s first Lutheran service, held at Willard School, and attended by 184 people. From these humble beginnings, Prince of Peace now has “approximately 200 parishioners and is growing with young families,” according to Pastor Frederick Raap.

Land on the Chamberlain Highway, to build a church, was purchased in 1964, and a parsonage on Stockings Brook Road was bought in 1965. The church was built, and a dedication service was held Aug. 17, 1969. There were 77 charter members. In time, the congregation longed to add space for its growing ministry. A “Celebration of Praise and Dedication” was held May 16, 1999. With architectural plans designed by Brian Humes of Kensing-

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 17, 2011

VFW Commander back at work

Fiore S. D’Amato, 86, is presiding in his second term as Commander of the of the Berlin VFW Post 10732. Better known as “Sam”, except when he is conducting official business, he is referred to as commander. D’Amato was inducted into the Army in June 1943 at the age of 19. He received his basic training in infantry at Camp Wheeler, Ga. specializing in heavy weapons such as machine guns and mortars. March 1944, he was sent overseas to the European theater, landing in Northern Ireland. In June 1944 he went ashore on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France, as part of a replacement force. He was assigned to a newly formed Group Headquarters for the 2nd and 5th Ranger Battalions. Shortly thereafter, he was re-assigned to the 2nd Ranger envoy serving as headquarters company clerk through action in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany, ending up in Czechoslovakia. He was discharged Oct. 28, 1945. As the present Commander of Post 10732, his goals are to increase membership and provide other forms of interest to the membership. Having undergone recent surgery, “Commander Sam” is now back in full swing. — submitted by Stanley Dziob

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Retired race horse takes up residence in Berlin By Hannah Jackson Special to The Citizen

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Applications being accepted for 2011 Citizen’s Police Academy Press Release Berlin Police Chief Paul Fitzgerald welcomes the community to take part in the department’s 2011 Citizen’s Police Academy. The Citizen’s Police Academy gives the Berlin Police Department an opportunity to interact with our citizens. In the Citizen’s Police Academy, a positive relationship is developed through education. By sharing information about how, and in what manner, the department strives to meet its goals students’ misconceptions will be reduced. Also, students have an opportunity to interact with the men and women

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BHS students trend upwards in AP success

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Obituaries Suzanne C. LaPlante

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He is survived by his devoted and loving wife Luann (Tkacz) Davis of New Britain; one brother Charles A. “Chip” Davis and his wife Patricia of New Mexico; two sisters Karen Benoit and her husband Gregory of Berlin and Kym Clementino of Berlin. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Tkacz of New Britain; a devoted sister-in-law, Annmarie Tkacz of Newington; a brother-in-law John Tkacz of New Jersey and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

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To the editor: Recently, I watched the latest Town Council meeting on television. The agenda item that grabbed my attention was the lease/purchase of two new John Deere backhoes at an equipment show. Even though the price for both machines comes to $173,147 (plus interest), after reductions for two trade-ins ($25,000), the matter never went out to bid. I thought this was against our Town Charter. Council member Dave Evans told the other council members that the town of Oxford had gotten bids for an equivalent machine at a price of $7,000 less. That is $14,000 for two machines. Then, council member Bill

Rasmussen asked how long these machines last. When he was told that they last approximately 17 years, Mr. Rasmussen announced that $14,000 over 17 years isn’t that much. Excuse me. Since when is $14,000 not that much? I could not believe my ears. This is the type of reasoning that will occur with the construction of the new high school. I am sure that the project will end up costing much more the we have been told because all types of items will be added, since over 40 to 50 years it won’t be that much. Berlin voters please remember this when you vote for the new high school, and when you vote for your council members in the next election. We cannot afford this “I don’t care what it costs” mentality. Karen C. Maier Kensington

Mail changes To the editor: I’m surprised at the Berlin community not checking on

the limited and small article in The Berlin Citizen on Jan. 31 titled “Post Office changes not expected to impact public”. Mail delivery operations will be moved from Berlin/Kensington, Worthington Ridge and East Berlin to the New Britain post office, “temporarily” leaving the postal boxes and window operations in place (hours subject to change). In my book, this move would increase expenses and has a direct impact on mail delivery times and delays, as we’ve all seen at the New Britain post office. With the new police station in mind, town officials might consider moving the police and fire stations to New Britain. This wouldn’t inconvenience or impact the Berlin public either, would it? The move is scheduled to take place April 2011. Vincent Trigila Commander American Legion Post 68

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Group advocates high school fix with YES for BHS Supporters of the Berlin High School Renovation project have organized to support the passage of the March 15 referendum. Feb. 3, a group of residents registered with the Town Clerk as “YES for BHS,” in support of approving the referendum question concerning the “renovate as new” proposal for Berlin High School. The application listed two group organizers, Donna Morelli and Mary Ellen Maloney. “For us this is not a political issue,” Morelli said. “We’re just a group of residents who want to see our community finally address the problems with the high school.” “My experience as a realtor has made me acutely aware of the importance of quality school facilities,” said Maloney, a local realtor. “Not just for the students, but for home values and the general perception of our community.” Although there are specific concerns because of the “warning” status by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges accreditation process and Office of Civil Rights YES for BHS organizers said there are other issues, as well. Maloney said, “I was recently in a classroom at the high school with a dozen barrels catching water, walking around debris after the ceiling collapsed. Our school needs to be repaired now, and yet the ‘cheaper’ option pushed by referendum opponents won’t even repair the roof.” Morelli said, “We are aware this is a significant project and individuals are concerned about the project’s cost. So are we. But the cost of doing nothing, or pursuing a partial solution, will cost our community more in the long run.” Those interested in working with YES for BHS should contact: Donna Morelli at (860) 828-5458 or Mary Ellen Maloney at milkdrop@aol.com.

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By Katherine Vandrilla

A passerby recently alerted The Citizen to two old barns on Kensington Road that had succumbed to winter. In addition to this red barn, a white barn nearby, also suffered a roof collapse. The structures had been sagging for years, but the weight of this snow burden was too much for them to bear.

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Only option To the editor: What’s wrong with this picture? The BOE proposed an $83,000,000 Berlin High School “renovation” that, just last June, the voters defeated. At the same time, a $25 million option that met the accreditation criteria was encouraged to be pursued. Now, nine months later, Councilors Bill Rasmussen, Rachel Rochette, Adam Salina, Steve Morelli and Bob Dacey are dictating to us that we must spend $70,000,000 to remedy Berlin High School’s issues. No, we don’t. The taxpayer funded, $25 million option, is the only option that we should be actively reviewing and discussing. You have to shake your head and ask yourself, why aren’t these five council members listening to us? Don’t they understand they work for us? Vote

Ignored To the editor: You voted! You won! You’re ignored! On June 8, 2010, a referendum was held on the $83 million proposal to gut the high school to the bare structure and then re-build it. The “no” votes won and the other option, a $25 million renovation plan, should have moved forward. But no, our Town Council threw back at us a $70 million proposal. The truth is they actually aren’t spending any less. What they are now proposing is spending $13 million for a new police station at the old Kensington Furniture building, and $70 million to renovate the high school. Simple math says they are still spending $83 million, and your taxes are going to go up as much as when they were spending $83 million

for the high school. Actually, your taxes will go up even more, because none of the $13 million police station money gets reimbursed from that state. Do not be misled. As of this writing there are not any agreements, letters of intent or a memorandum of understanding from the State of Connecticut confirming the rate of reimbursement to the Town of Berlin. Tax payers will bond for the full $83 million and hope that the state will contribute money for the high school. Last time, the taxpayers petitioned the Town Council’s exorbitant spending plan to referendum. We all voted. Now they are ignoring the outcome. Don’t let your vote be ignored. Go back and vote “no” on March 15. Send a message to this Town Council that you are not going to let them ignore the voters who voted “no” last June. Don Lombardo Berlin

Feb. 7 Report: Tonight was such a success. We were able to celebrate around 70 people’s UnBirthday at our kick-off event. As of now, we have Vandrilla 18 teams registered, and over $3,000 raised. That is a great start to reaching our goal of $92,000, but a long way to go. Now that the season has officially started, the teams will get more involved in fundraising as time progresses. Tonight was brimming with socialization, planning for the upcoming Relay, and tons of pizza and Un-Birthday cake to top everything off. My favorite activity was “Relay Rugby,” in which you had to race to be the first person to locate and deliver an object that was announced. If the item was a “coupon,” the first person to bring up a coupon won a special prize. I never thought that carrying around my purple pen would come in handy, but for this game it was enough to win a prize. During the night there were also inspiring speakers on why they Relay, and what the Relay For Life means to them, personally. Two youth spoke, Olivia Bednarek and Natalie Souza. As terrible as

cancer may be, it is nice to see when someone so young becomes so passionate about finding a cure. The most inspirational part of the night was the mini luminaria ceremony. It began with the setting of an empty table, in which the chair was to represent all those who were lost to cancer, and everything on the table represented a piece of their journey. Once the table was set, we lit luminaries for our loved ones who have had cancer. The luminaries were lit in groups; those who had a parent with cancer lit them all at once, those who knew a friend with cancer lit them together, and so on, until all of the luminaries had been lit. It was moving to see how everyone had been touched by cancer in one way or another, even if they themselves were not a survivor. Too many people have had to deal with cancer; we have to find a cure. That is what we are doing at the Relay For Life. For information about Relay For Life of Berlin or forming a team, contact Lynn Kipphut, Community Executive, Development, ACS, at (203) 379-4874 or at lynn.kipphut@cancer.org, or visit www.RelayFor Life.org/berlinct. For more about volunteering, contact Anne Carubba, volunteer chair, at arcarub@ comcast.net.

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Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Feb. 21: Presidents Day. Senior Center closed. Tuesday, Feb. 22: Honey mustard chicken, baked potato, chopped spinach, dinner roll, cherry pie. Wednesday, Feb. 23: Tomato bisque with crackers, vegetable cheese quiche, fresh fruit salad over chopped greens, bran muffin, home baked cookies. Thursday, Feb. 24: Pot roast beef with vegetable gravy, sesame buttered noodles, sliced carrots, roll, fruited JellO. Friday, Feb. 25: Whole grain penne pasta with sauce, Italian sausage links, Capri vegetables, salad, garlic bread, fruit.

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Senior Happenings February program Wednesday, Feb. 23 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Work, Play, Celebrate Everyday Life in Berlin at 1 p.m. This video is divided into three parts and shows how Berlin worked, played and celebrated in the past. Members of the Berlin Historical Society will be available to take questions. Sign up at the Senior Center.

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Foot care Low cost foot care, provided by a specially trained registered nurse, is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 18 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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Berlin crowns five individual champions Next up: Class M tournament Photo by Matt Leidemer

By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Mason Powers and Kevin Spence had two epic battles during the regular season, but their third was special. Berlin High School’s Powers beat Plainville’s Spence, 2-1, in three overtimes this past weekend to capture the Central Connecticut Conference South Division 215-pound championship. “It was by far the most exciting match of the day,” Berlin coach C.J. McCormack said. “There was a lot of pressure and tons of adversity that Mason had to overcome, and he’s not use to that, because he usually just manhandles everyone the first and second periods. It was awesome to see Mason get tested, and pass the test. He stepped up and did exactly what he was supposed to.” McCormack had high praise for Spence as well. “He is an unbelievable athlete,” he said. Powers swept Spence this season.

Berlin High School’s Mason Powers and Plainville’s Kevin Spence tangled three times this season. Powers won each match by one point. This past weekend, Powers topped Spence, 2-1, in three overtimes, to capture the Central Connecticut Conference South Division 215-pound championship.

All three matches between the seniors were one-point affairs. Spurred on by Powers, the BHS wrestling team generated 174.5 points and finished third at the CCC

South tournament, held Saturday at Bristol Central. Seven Redcoats advanced to the finals that day. Joining Powers as individual champions was teammates

Jake Eliades (125), Will Matuszak (140), Anthony Squitieri (160) and Mike Fiorillo (171). Matuszak dominated his bracket and earned a tech-fall in the finals. “He’s just having an unbelievable senior season,” said McCormack. McCormack lists Squitieri as his team’s best pure wrestler — but he’s no natural. “In my eyes, he’s done some of the most improving from his freshman year to his senior year See Champions, page 18

Record fourth straight title for BHS cheer team By Matt Leidemer Special to The Citizen

The Berlin High cheerleaders returned home from the Central Connecticut Conference competition, held this past weekend in Southington, with a pair of championship trophies. The Redcoats won the South Division title, and were named CCC Grand Champion for the first time. The Redcoats’ division title, their fourth consecutive, was also a first on a larger scale. Including the now-defunct Northwest Conference, before this year, no CCC team had won a conference title four years running. “I’m so proud of them right now,” Berlin coach Debi Muzio said. “It’s an appropriate group of girls for this to happen to.” Although the South Division included just Berlin, Bristol Eastern and

Plainville, the quality of the competition was impressive. “We were up against some really great teams in our division,” BHS senior captain Kendra Manthey said. “And although there weren’t that many, the girls we went up against were really talented. We had a little mishap and put two new girls in this week, but we really pulled it together as a team. It was truly a team effort. We are so happy about what we did today.” For the second competition this season, Berlin had a few drops and miscues during their warm-up routine, but hit near-perfectly when it mattered. “We all just work together,” BHS senior captain Cammy Chrzan said. “It works.” “We spend so many hours in the gym late at night, when people don’t really rec-

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The Berlin High School cheerleaders celebrate their Central Connecticut Conference South Division title and their CCC Grand Championship this past weekend in See Cheer, page 18 Southington. Check out more photos on our Facebook page.

Thursday, February 17, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen

ADs’ job gets tricky in the winter By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Despite the wicked winter the state has endured, Berlin High School athletics schedule has not been too shaken. Berlin High School athletics director Jim Day said all but two postponed events will be made up. However, the weather has resulted in a lot of practices being cancelled, which no coach likes to see. “The area that it has hurt

the most is with holding consistent practices,” Day said. “The coaches have been very frustrated with the lack of consistent practice time.” This winter certainly has been a trying one for Connecticut’s high school athletics directors. When games and meets are cancelled, ADs begin the process of notifying a slew of people about the schedule change — coaches, officials, the bus company, ticket-takers, clock operators, an-

nouncers, trainers, custodians, police, event supervisor. And, often times, finding a makeup date for an event is not easy. “You never like to put contests back-to-back, as you want time for our athletes to recover from the previous night’s contest,” Day said. “Also, a big factor is the officials, because with so many games being postponed their availability can be an issue.” Day said a couple of things have made the mass

postponements and rescheduling bearable — being able to e-mail, instead of call, everyone he needs to, and the fact that BHS has two gymnasiums and a wrestling room. Most athletics directors don’t have that much space at their disposal. However, ADs were given some welcome news recently.

BHS improves to 13-4; DeLorenzo makes history By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen

bound among his five. Veneziano said there is no record of any other Berlin player reaching both milestones. DeLorenzo had 18 points, Rector 17 and Bobby Mozzicato 16 for the Redcoats. Undercuffler added six points, 10 rebounds, three blocks, three assists and four steals. With a game the next night, Veneziano had to use his bench extensively and the Redcoats were up to the challenge in a 51-30 road victory against a hungry Platt team. Berlin got points from eight of 10 players. DeLorenzo had 19 points and nine rebounds and Rector added 11 points. Undercuffler had eight points, seven rebounds and three assists. “I give my kids a lot of credit,” Veneziano said. “It’s not easy to come back after playing five overtimes.” But it is not a big surprise. “We have one player who is a basketball-only in our starting lineup,” Veneziano said. “For most of the kids, it’s their second sport. They are just out there to have fun and don’t care who gets the credit. I think that’s the main reason for our success this year.” Berlin is at Manchester Friday and hosts Middletown, who beat the Redcoats in overtime last month, Monday.

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The numbers tell you most of what you need to know about the Berlin boys basketball team this season. Nine times, the Redcoats have kept teams under 40 points. Teams are scoring just less than 42 points per game against them. And at press time, they were 13-4. “Our defense has been outstanding,” Berlin coach Mike Veneziano said. “That’s our identity. We’ve got some tough kids and we rebound very well.” Heading into this week, Berlin had won five in a row, giving up just 30 points in two of its three road victories last week. The Redcoats used their 32 zone to hold Bristol Eastern to a season-low point total in a 45-30 victory Feb. 8 in Bristol. Berlin led 14-6 after the first period and pulled away in the second, allowing the Lancers just one point to take a 24-7 halftime lead. Michael Rector led Berlin with 14 points and Max DeLorenzo added 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Redcoats had 13 steals in the game, led by Tommy Undercuffler’s five. Undercuffler, a 6 foot 3 junior, has been a key to the

Berlin defense, often playing the top spot in the zone. “He doesn’t put up the big points, but he does everything for us,” Veneziano said. “He’s been our heart and soul. “He’s a unique player because he’s quick enough to cover most point guards and strong enough to cover guys in the post. It takes all five guys to hold teams to 30 points, but he’s been a big factor for us.” Undercuffler had eight rebounds against Bristol Eastern, and Veneziano said Kevin Stritch had a strong game with six points and six assists. Berlin had to fight for their lives Feb. 10 against a Bulkeley team which had just two wins in 13 games coming in. The Redcoats let the Bulldogs crawl back within 27-21 at the half, but improved that lead to 36-28 after three quarters. “They got to us pretty good in the fourth quarter,” Veneziano said. “They made some big shots.” DeLorenzo made a key 3pointer with 30 seconds left in the third overtime to tie. Berlin lost a five-point lead in the fourth OT, but outscored Bulkeley 3-0 in the fifth for a 58-55 win. It was a special night for DeLorenzo, who will play football at UConn in the fall. The senior, who scored his 1,000th career point last month, grabbed his 500th re-

The CIAC announced that makeup games and meets may be held on Sundays. Competing on Sunday is usually forbidden by the CIAC, but with so many postponements, and time running out before state tournaments are slated to begin, an exception was made.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 17, 2011

Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame

Rocky Urso Entering the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame this year 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. This week, The Citizen takes a look at the career of Rocky Urso. Urso was a 1987 graduate of Berlin High School and a standout in football and wrestling. An All-Northwest Conference selection in football, Urso, a team captain, helped lead the Redcoat gridders to a share of the NWC title in 1985. However, it was on the wrestling mat where Urso excelled most. During the 1985-86 season, Urso claimed the

NWC and Class S state championship in his weight class. His senior year, Urso was named Urso team captain and once again won the conference and state title. Also, that season, he became the first Connecticut wrestler to place first at the New England tournament. Urso went on to wrestle at Central Connecticut State University, where he was named a team captain and qualified for the NCAA Division I tournament. Urso resides in West Hartford and is an administrator in the physical therapy field. The Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held Sunday, March 20 at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell. For ticket information, contact Marie Siegal at 860) 828-1115; mvs7581@yahoo.com.

Coats’ Notes Berlin High School indoor track and field athletes competed in the CIAC Class M state championship meet Saturday at the New Haven Athletic Center. The Berlin boys tallied 10 points and landed in 14th place. The BHS girls earned no points at the event. The Redcoats’ Ras Morgan finished second in the 55 with a time of 6.66 seconds. Berlin’s next highest finish was registered by Connor Hilbie, who was fifth in the 3,200 (10:11.53). Prior to the state meet, the BHS indoor teams competed in the Central Connecticut Conference championship meet. The local boys finished 12th out of 32 teams. The girls landed in 23rd place. Berlin’s Jimmy Nolan won pole vault with a season-best jump of 12 feet. The Redcoats’ next best finisher was Morgan, who placed second in the 55 (6.63). Also competing well for the BHS boys was Zach Giaconne (fifth place, pole vault, 10-6). Leading the Berlin girls at the CCC meet was Kate Piotrowicz, who placed fifth in

shot put with a throw of 32-feet, 4-inches. The Berlin High School girls basketball team capped its regular season slate Monday night with a 64-38 victory over host Middletown. The Lady Redcoats, who improved to 15-5, had three players score in double-figures against Middletown (8-12). Alyssa Barrett netted 16, Jess Szczepanik had 12 and Monique St. Jarre added 10. Brandon Ralph, Tony Domerowski and Andrew Richard each scored as the Newington-Berlin hockey team topped HallSouthington Saturday. Mike Reynolds made 11 saves for the victors, who improved to 104-1. Berlin High School usually gets the best of Plainville in boys swimming. But not this year. The resurgent Blue Devils bested the Redcoats, 97-85, last week to improve to 9-2. The Redcoats, led by double-winners Dan Klotz (50, 100 freestyle) and Kevin Kozikowski (200 individual medley, 100 butterfly), fell to 1-6.

Bulletin Board Bears registration Registration for the 2011 Berlin Bears football and cheer programs will be held Thursday, March 3 and Thursday, April 28, 6 to 8 p.m. at Berlin High School. The first 50 players and cheerleaders to register receive a free t-shirt. Registration is also available online at www.berlinbears.com, as are coaching applications. Coaching applications must be sub-

Champions Continued from page 16 that I’ve seen in wrestling,” the coach said. “He’s blossomed into a man.” Also placing at the CCC South tournament for Berlin was Ethan Greider (second, 103), Rick Mullins (second, 145), Kevin Pirrucio (third, 119) and Richie Schlichting (fourth, 112). Bristol Eastern claimed

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ognize us,” Manthey added. “So when we have that time to show off in front of the judges and the fans, we want to show off the skills we have.” Three of the four CCC divisions had re-peat winners: Berlin, Southington (West) and East Hartford (North). Tolland (East) was the only

mitted by Monday, Feb. 28. For more information, contact Bears President Bob DeFrancesco at rjdfran@sbcglobal.net.

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the CCC South title with 199 points. Rounding out the field was Middletown (185), Berlin, Bristol Central (149), Plainville (96), Maloney (78.5) and Platt (75). Next up for the Redcoats is the CIAC Class M state tournament this weekend in Willimantic. The host team, Windham, and Bacon Academy are expected to battle it out for the Class M crown. “I’m comfortable saying

we can be Top 3, without a doubt in my mind, if we wrestle to our potential,” McCormack said. “I’ve been around a lot of wrestling teams; college, high school. These kids are so unified. They’re so together. They’re focused on the one task at hand.” Berlin finished ninth at the 2010 Class M tournament. Powers was second at 215. Matuszak placed fifth at 135.

new champion. Before Berlin took its crown, East Hartford was the two-time reigning Grand Champion. Like the Redcoats, East Hartford has now won four straight division titles. Berlin’s domination of the South Division continued in the individual ranks as well. Six Redcoats were named to the All-South Division team: Chrzan, Manthey, fellow sen-

ior captain Amanda McLeod, seniors Rebecca Calafiore and Tess McCurdy, and sophomore Quinn McCurdy. Looking ahead to the state championships in March, McLeod, a four-time all-conference selection, likes the outlook for her team. “I think our chances at states are really good if our team works together, and everyone is really committed and works hard,” she said.

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Continued from page 1 points out “we’re all doing a lot of everything” to make “Hook, Line & Skillet” a reality. When filming “we try to pull in a whole bunch of local places. We don’t stay in a hotel, as much as a small, locally-recommended motel or cabin,” Sorrentino said. “We try to keep everything local, including most of the ingredients we that use in the food. We really do a lot of research before we go up to these places.” Sorrentino was raised in Berlin and graduated from BHS in 2000. “High school rocked. It was an awesome experience,” he said, recalling his days in the Drama Club and performing in

school plays. Also, Sorrentino ran cross country and track and worked on-air at the BHS radio station, where he made his share of crank phone calls — live. “I’m sure we ticked off a lot of residents,” he said with a laugh. And in a sign of things to come, during high school, Sorrentino and a friend would entertain themselves by filming mock TV shows. Sorrentino went on to attend New York’s Hofstra University. Not surprisingly, he majored in communications. “We had an awesome program. It was really handson,” Sorrentino said. “They had some amazing studies and excellent internship opportunities.” Upon graduating Hofstra in 2004, Sorrentino took a job with a national cable news

network and worked his way up from a production assistant to the management position he currently holds. Along the way, Sorrentino spent four years as a field producer. “I was traveling all around the world covering different stories from the earthquake in Haiti to the BP oil spill,” he said. “It was really amazing.” A couple years back, on their off days, Sorrentino and co-workers Flores and Micelli began work on “Hook, Line & Skillet.” The trio would spend weekends shooting footage. Once edited and polished, video clips were posted to the “Hook, Line & Skillet” website. “It developed into a pretty good following online,” Sorrentino said. The episode Sorrentino and Co. was most proud of —

filmed in Ashtabula County, Ohio —was shopped around to several TV networks. The Sportsman Channel was the first to bite. “They called us right back and said ‘we love it’,” said Sorrentino. “Hook, Line & Skillet” is coming to TV, but the money is not rolling in for Sorrentino, Flores and Micelli. Sorrentino points out it is “really common” for outdoors-type shows to buy airtime. And that’s the case with See Show, page 23

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Donald A. Perreault, grieving widower of Rachel R. (Gagnon) Perreault who passed only 18 days prior, died unexpectedly Feb. 9, 2011. Born in New Britain, son of the late Arthur and the late Antoinette (Guillemette) Perreault, he attended E.C. Goodwin Technical school where he studied the tool and die trade, served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict, and worked as a tool and die maker for Telke Tool & Die in Berlin before being employed at The Stanley Works, retiring in 1995. He was scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 48 in Berlin during the 1970’s and was extremely proud when five of “his” scouts attained the rank of Eagle Scout all in the same year, one of those boys being his son. He loved taking trips to Maine and Canada, playing cards and cribbage, socializing with his friends and doing favors for anyone who asked or not. He is survived by a son, David Perreault of Mt. Juliet, Tenn.; two daughters and a son-in-law, Michele and Edward Berman and Sandra Luczynski; and three grandchildren, Jaime and Krystie

Luczynski and Chava Berman, all of Kensington; a sister-in-law, Maria Perreault; a niece, Tina Perreault-Prado and her three sons, all of Southington; a cousin, Nikki Savchik of Meriden and many dear friends. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a son, Bruce Perreault; a brother Dennis Perreault; and a nephew Ronald Perreault.

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Junior Woman’s Club – The Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin board meeting is scheduled for tonight, Feb. 17 at Wendi’s house. Social is at 6 p.m.; meeting at 6:30 p.m. 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.

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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 information, call (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. Drop-ins welcome. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the

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Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For 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 information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Kensington-Berlin Rotary – 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 information, call Elaine Pavasaris at (860) 463-9193. Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Middletown, 3:45 p.m.

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The Ladies Auxiliary of the East Berlin Fire Department sponsored Christmas by the Grove at the holiday season. Approximately 100 people attended the event, which was held to encourage community unity and collect food for the Berlin Food Pantry. Entertainment was provided by Travelin’ Prayer and the McGee Middle School Sound Express as well as fifth grade chorus members from Hubbard Elementary School. Pictured are students who helped provide entertainment. 1190257

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College of the Holy Cross, Massachusetts — Garrison Schmitt, Robert Dornfried of Berlin. College of William and Mary, Virginia — Alanna Karanian of Kensington. Northeastern University, Massachusetts — Anet Czyzewski of Berlin; Sara Collins, Joseph Harrison of Kensington. Saint Michael’s College, Vermont — Julie Relyea of Kensington. University of Connecticut — Michael Baczewski, Courtney Bovee, Kelly Cantafi, Edward Courchaine, Thomas Defeo, Monique Duong, Kelly Foy, Johnathan Garcia, Eric Jurczysak, Beata Kaminska, Alexander Knoefal, Rachel Miller, Katrina Nygren, Rupali Patel, Alexander Ramsey, Jaimi Welch, Christian Wilkie of Berlin; Joanna Guziewcz of East Berlin; Shayne Anderson, Thomas Baran, Kelsey Hrubiec, Alan Huck, Ian McColl, Theodore Rosol, Jordan Urso, Heather

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Scholastic achievements

Michael V. Samulenas of Berlin has received high honors at Notre Dame Fairfield Catholic High School. Jeffrey Paul of Berlin has been accepted into the Golden Key International Honour Society at Central Connecticut State University. Golden Key International Honour Society provides academic recognition to top performing college and university students, as well as scholarships and awards, job and internship offerings, networking and leadership development opportunities. Paul has also been nominated to attend the International Scholar Laureate Program Delagation to China. The program includes a visit to Three Gorges Dam, the Great Wall of China, a tour of an auto manufacturing plant and more.

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that I would play for the church every Sunday — as soon as I was able. The organist at that time had already decided to retire very soon, so I needed to get prepared before that happened. I was still young, and now I had the challenge of preparing to play for an entire congregation. My priest started practicing the entire service with me every week and taught me much about the organ. He plays piano and he helped me with my pi-

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perhaps the last part I listened to. I was more focused on what was happening up on the altar, as I had never seen it before from that perspective; I was just a candle boy before, and would stand next to the priest. The first time I sat down at the organ, I saw a difference in the sound and the imagery on the altar. I practiced with my priest every weekend until I became better. When I was 11, Shirley retired. I was next on the list and I had to start playing the very next

Sunday. My family was the most supportive during this time, and it felt good to have a passion that helped the community and that people recognized. There was much confusion as to who was playing the organ, since I wasn’t visible behind it, and it wasn’t until I gained a few inches to my height that I could finally learn to play with the pedals. Now, I play every Sunday at St. Stephen’s Armenian Apostolic church, located at 167 Tremont Street, New Britain, from 9:30 in the morning, until 11:30. I also

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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 YOUR HOME or office will be sparkling clean. Free estimate. Good references. Insured. 10 yrs of exp. Call (203) 815-6630

JUNK REMOVAL

CARS STARTING AT $199 DOWN 24 MONTH 24000 MILES WARRANTY LET US GIVE YOU A FRESH START Tax, Title, Fees Additional Apply Now BChevynow.com 203-910-2360 Danielle

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PLUMBING MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC. Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr srv. Benny Medina 203-909-1099 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 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455 CONCERNED ABOUT ROOF COLLAPSE DUE TO SNOW LOAD. Let the Pro’s remove it! Emer roof repair & snow rem. Lic & ins. 203-623-4749

ROOF SNOW REMOVAL Amenta Builders. Fully ins. Most residential roofs cleared for $500 or less. Call for free est. 860-833-3051

Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling. JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, Homes, Attics, Bsmts, Gar, Yard. Snow Plowing. ***FREE ESTIMATES*** 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

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

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

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

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

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

V. NANFITO Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634

SNOW PLOWING 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 SNOW REMOVED OFF SITE Commercial Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn

Amenta Builders. Fully ins. Most residential roofs cleared for $500 or less. Call for free est. 860-833-3051

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Roofing, Siding & Gutters Residential/Commerical. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD SNOW PLOWING, Spring CleanUps. Clean Estates, Home, Attic, Bsmnt, Garage. Free est.

SNO-GO Residential Roof Snow and Ice Dam Removal. Call for free estimate. (203) 687-3175 ROOF SHOVELING Leaks and structural repairs. Free estimates. 203-238-1449 # 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

ROOF SNOW REMOVAL

LANDSCAPING

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DE CA LANDSCAPING ● Patios & Decks ● Walkways ● Leaf & Snow Removal We provide reliable service. (203) 630-1294 (203) 886-6566 Ins., Free Estimates. CT #624716

Gonzalez Construction

HOME DOCTOR All repairs A-Z Addt’s, kit., baths remod, water dam, seamless gut. Since ‘49. #573358 203-639-8389/715-8850

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ROOFING

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING 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

HANDYPERSONS

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

LANDSCAPING

V. NANFITO Roofing, Siding, Windows, Decks Remodeling Gutters

BILL RUDOLPH Large piles of snow moved. Reasonable price. 203-237-9577 SNOW & Ice removed by steam. Call Hamden Painting LLC, 203627-1131 ROOFS SHOVELED Good rates, licensed and insured. 203-314-7413. ROOF SHOVELING - Get the ice and snow off your roof before it gets into your home! Call Jeff

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 17, 2011 SUV’S

DODGE Durango 1998 6,000 miles on new motor. New tires. Excellent condition in and out. $2500. Call (203) 537-0364

AUTOMOBILES WANTED

CASH And/Or Tax deduction for your vehicle. Call

The Jewish Childrens Fund

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES ABSOLUTELY Beautiful bedroom set, exquisite wrought iron queen size bed with armoire & dresser. Can email pics. Best offer. Call (203) 272-0079 AS Seen on Bob’s TV. Blue fabric power recliner. Adjustible positions. Best offer. Half stack refrig freezer, 63x20x17, B/O. 203- 265-2666 or 203-393-8931 DINING ROOM-Oval Table 6078”, 6 chairs w/ cane back and upholstered seat. China cabinet w/2 glass doors and light, storage below. Walnut colored. $500 Call 203-284-1647

1-800-527-3863

Free Towing! WANTED: Paying cash for junk motorcycles, cars & trucks, dead or alive. Free pickup/towing. 203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510.

PETS & LIVESTOCK ATTENTION DOG OWNERS! Dog Obedience classes starting March 28 at Cheshire Park & Rec. Bruce Gianetti & Phil Huntington, Instructors. Call 203-272-2743 9am-4pm. After 6pm call 203-235-4852. BOXER PUPPIES With 2nd set of shots & deworming. 3 left. 1 male, 2 females. Ready to go. $650. Call 860-538-9108 BULLDOGS, Boxers, Chihuahuas, Pekingese, Schnoodles, Yorkie, Minpin, Chow, Bugg, Buggle, Poodle Mix. $250+.

860-930-4001 FREE 10 month old American Pit bull. Black & white female. Very friendly. (203) 949-8025 GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, top quality. 100% working lines. Shots, dewormed, tattoed. AKC reg. Guaranteed. $1300. For more info 860-655-0889 SERIOUS INQUIRIES PLEASE! 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 SNOW Bengal kittens. Gorgeous, adorable & very friendly. 8wks old, $300/ea. Call 203600-4601

SNOW BLOWERS/THROWERS CRAFTSMAN 19HP Lawn tractor with 42” snow blade. Wheel weights & tire chains. “No Mowing Deck”. Runs. $299. Call (203) 639-9023

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS BOBCAT Skidsteer Model 743, diesel, very nice condition. $7800. Call 203-996-2057

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

AFFORDABLE

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 60"Wx72"Hx17"D. ALSO, BOOKCASE 84"Hx48"Wx12"D Solid oak front and 3/4" oak laminate. Excellent. $99 EACH. Call Steve 203-284-8292. SOFA - Beige brownish, good condition. Entertainment center, oak. $350 for both. Call (203) 376-2826 SOFA Three Cushion, Excellent Conditon. $100 or best offer. 203-265-5321. TWIN Bed, solid oak with boxspring & mattress, 2 bureaus with large mirror. Nice set. $300. (203) 440-3919

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE POKEMON & YUGIOH CARDS Approx. 500 cards. Selling all of them for $1,500 or best offer. Call Eugene 203-715-2569 SAMSUNG Microwave Cube. Great condition. Very clean. $25 or best offer. Philips Senseo Coffee Maker - 10 Cup. New, box unopened. $50 or best offer. (203) 237-1554 ST. John’s Cemetery, Wlfd. 1-4, lot 178, section 9. 4 for price of 3 including endowed care. $3500. Call 1-321-783-6539

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

CLOTHING

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

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-3499 Always Buying Everything Old or Collectible. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-284-3786 or 203-269-4975

ALWAYS Buying, Old, used and antique hand tools. Carpentry, machinist and workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that you are no longer using, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers made in your home. Please call Cory 860613-1108

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431 FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS GUITAR/BASS LESSONS At SherStudios All styles & levels for fun or career from 25 year exp’d Hartt grad and recording artist Jamie Sherwood. Call (860) 793-0669 www.jamiesherwood.com PIANO - Cable Nelson; Light Maple Good condition; $450; 203-494-9154; 203-238-4136; (203-694-8497 Mon-Thurs)

All Ages and Levels Welcome

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

HOUSES FOR RENT FITNESS Equipment For sale, new and used. Treadmills, Ellitical, Bikes, Free Weights, Multistations. 203-288-0407

PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

MERIDEN 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Fully upgraded. Quiet East Side home with yard. $1400/month. 203 927-9909 MERIDEN E. Side. 2BR, 2BA. 1000SF. w/fin bsmt, 1 car gar. No pets/smok. 1st, last rent, sec. $1,300+utils 203-530-0340

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

Appliance Repairs

Will Deliver

WW II Military Medals

203-284-8986

203-238-3308

FOR RENT

WLFD-Ranch Condo, full bsmt, 2BR, LR & kit. W/D hkup, deck, pool & tennis. Very clean. Off major hwys. $1000/mo. 203988-3465 or 860-349-5646

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1-2 ITEMS

Voice Lessons MEN’S Black fur jackets. Size M. Selling for $40. Women’s fur jacket. Size M. Value $100; selling for $15. Call (203) 237-9325

CONDOMINIUMS

YALESVILLE On the Green 2BR, 2 bath. All appliances included. W/D. Gas heat. Exercise Facility, Patio & BBQ Area. No pets. Call 203-464-8066

BERLIN Lake Dr 2BR Twnhse. Attached gar. On cul-de-sac. Access to Rt 15., I 84, I91. 1.5 baths, WD hkup, $1000+sec. No pets. Avail 4/1 Call 203-272-1263 CHESHIRE 1 BR, 2nd Fl. Heat & hot water incl. Off street parking. Hdwd fls. $750 per month + 1 mo sec. No smoking or pets. 203-988-2145 or 203-272-3009 CHESHIRE. 1BR, large 1st floor apt, eat in kit, liv rm. hardwood flrs, front & rear porch, off st, parking. W/D available. Pet ok. $840/mo. Call 203-250-8288

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

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 - 1st flr, 1BR, 4 rms, appls incl. Washer/dryer hkup. Off st. parking. No pets. Great loc. Utilities not included. $800 + sec. Must see! Steuben St. near Target. Call (203) 654-6739 MERIDEN - 2 BR Hubbard Park area. Central Air/Heat. 775 W. Main St. $895/mo. + utilities. No pets. Call Chino 203-440-3483 or 203-296-4975 MERIDEN - South Colony St. 1bedroom, recently renovated, hardwood floors, no pets or smoking, $575/mo plus security. 203-592-8331 MERIDEN -2BR, 1st Floor Refinished. Nice yard. Grove Street. $800 + utilities. W/D included. Section 8 approved. 203-265-4664 MERIDEN -Newly Remodeled ● 2 & 3BR, Sherman Ave. ● 3+ BR, Franklin St. Off street parking, WD hookups, Hardwood floors. (203) 634-6550 MERIDEN -Newly Remodeled ● 2 & 3BR, Sherman Ave. ● 3+ BR, Franklin St. Off street parking, WD hookups, Hardwood floors. (203) 634-6550 MERIDEN 1 BEDROOM $750 incl. heat, hot water & cooking gas. Feel at home in pleasant 3 rm w/full bath. Small pet ok. 38 Lincoln St. (203) 440-4789 MERIDEN 2BR, 3rd flr. Offstreet-parking. No pets. $775 per month, plus 2 month securuity. Utils not included. Credit check. Call Tom 203-772-2227 MERIDEN 3 BR Clean, 1st floor. Stove & refrigerator included. WD hookup. Private yard, full basement. Small pets at discretion of landlord. 136 Bunker Ave. $980 per month. Section 8 approved. 203-671-3112 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- 2BR apt, 3rd flr, $700; 3BR apt, 1st flr, w/d hookup. $850. Appliances included. Off st. parking. No pets. Call (203) 317-0500

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

ROOMMATES MERIDEN House to share, Room, Male, Christian home. Share kit/ba, Easy hwy access. No smoke. Refs, credit ck. $550/mo. inc. util. 203-634-6606

ROOMS FOR RENT CHESHIRE-Located on mini farm. Off-st-parking. Kitchen privileges. No smoking/drugs. $480/month. (475) 201-8894 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

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

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

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin

MERIDEN-$100 per week. Clean, safe, 1st flr, furn. rm, utils incld Share kit & bath. 203-238-3369 leave message.

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- FULLY FURNISHED 1BR, LR, kit., prvt bath $675/mo. Lease & sec dep req’ d. No pets. 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-2BR, 1st flr, 5Rms (Newton St) $800/mo.+gas heat & elec utils. 1mo sec dep No pets/smoking. W/D hkup 203-237-5680 leave message MERIDEN-2BR, 3rd flr, 5Rms, Stove & refrig incld. Off-stparking. No pets. $725/mo + sec & utils. 203-605-5691 MERIDEN-3BR, nice size 2nd flr apt, $850/mo incl. new refrig., new stove, w/d hookup in unit. No pets, utils or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit chk & refs req. Sec & 1st mo. rent. 203-6088348 MERIDEN-54 North Ave. 1 bdrm. No pets. $550/mo + $1000 security. (716)597-9287 leave a message. MERIDEN: 1BR: $625/mo. BROAD ST. Close to Wallingford line. On site parking/laundry. New windows. Attractive brick property. Spacious unit/ample closet space. Utilities NOT included. (914) 3473208 MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868 MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN. Newly remodeled 2BR, 1st flr, appls included, off st parking avail, quiet street. 48 Elliot St. No pets. $800/Mo. 203-918-6758 SOUTHINGTON. 3 BR, 1 bth, stove, refrig, W/D incl, 2nd fl. $1100/mo. Lg walkup attic, (860) 919-4231. No pets. WALLINGFORD - 4BR, 2.5 bath, 2700 sf Colonial w/2 car garage. $2000/mo. Call (203) 509-5414 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 2 Lg 1 BR apts for rent. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, WD hookups, hdwd floors, off st parking. North Main Street location. $975. 203-641-3182 WALLINGFORD 2BR, LR, DR in 2 family, 1st flr, off st. parking. No pets. Credit check. $825 + utils. 203-284-1853 WALLINGFORD-1BR inclds heat & HW. Lease & security. No pets. $795/mo. Call 203265-7101 JJ Bennett Realty WALLINGFORD-3BR, 1st Floor Hdwd fls, newly renovated, new windows. WD hkup. Off st parking. $1250 + sec. No pets. Credit ck. Avail Now! Sec 8 approved. 203-535-1162 or 203-996-1418 WALLINGFORD. 1 BR, Judd Sq., new carpet/paint, c/a, no pets. $740. (203) 265-3718

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770 WLFD-2BR townhouse, large condo, w/garage & basement. W/D hkups. New windows & carpets. Good loc. Call 203-8489233 or 203-265-1520

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

WANTED TO RENT OLDER person looking for very quiet apt in Berlin area. Clean, quiet, responsible. 860-594-8826 please leave message SEEKING 4 or 5 Room House or 1st Fl Apartment. Have section 8. Quiet, clean, with one cat, trained. Call (203) 238-9756 WANTED Studio Apt for a clean, non smoking, non drinking sr citizen. Only hope is that there is a W/D hookup. Robert 203-265-2666 or 203-393-8931

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS

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 basement to finish or for storage. Kathy 203-265-5618

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

Thursday, February 17, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen HOUSES FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

ATTENTION! 3 PEOPLE NEEDED

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE BERLIN 2 BR, 2 Bath Townhouse at Stony Mill. LR w/FP. Attached garage. Fully finished lower level. Stainless steel appliances. $249,900. The Buyer’s Broker 860- 829-1213 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.

AUTO DETAILER Looking for an experienced reliable detailer. Excellent benefits. Apply in person - Zoel’s Body & Auto Center, 19 Hall Ave, Meriden. AUTO MECHANICS needed Full time. Salary based on experience. Full benefits package. Apply in person only. Portland Transmission 25 Silver St, Portland 860-342-4273

Buying, selling Marketplace is the answer.

AUTO PARTS Counter person. Parts counter experience required for busy NAPA store. Potential to earn over $40K, profit sharing & health benefits. Call Don 203-272-3704, weekdays AM only.

Crossing Guards-P/T

Wallingford Public Schools

Director of Adult Education

Intermediate administrator’s certification and at least five years experience as a teacher and/or administrator. Regionally competitive salary and benefits package.

G4S Secure Solutions

Apply on-line @

IMMED. openings in Wallingford, CT area. Candidates must possess a HS diploma. Contact Gail Katz, 241 Main St., Hartford, CT 06106. 860-424-0028. For a complete listing of the basic qualifications for this position visit www.g4s.us/en-us/Careers • EOE • MFDV • DFWP

www.wallingford.k12.ct.us

DENTAL ASSISTANT Exp’d. P/T. Chairside w/some receptionist skills for general practice. Wallingford. Send resume to: The Record-Journal, Box 2M, 11 Crown St, Meriden, CT 06450 Driver

Smith Transport, Inc. is a driver friendly company that is “Dedicated to Excellence” Excellent Equipment Excellent Benefits Excellent Hometime 1 yr. OTR Experience Required

MYRTLE BEACH, SC 1st floor, ground level, ranch, 2BR, 2 bath, furnished! On Island Green Golf Course. Pool, large fitness room. Only $88,000. Call 203-271-3172

EDUCATION

(Anticipated Vacancy) Start Date: On or about July 1, 2011. CAKE DECORATOR To make and decorate ice cream cakes at DQ. Exp’d & artistic talents req’d. Serious inquiries only. Apply in person at Dairy Queen, 956 Broad St., Meriden, CT

Call (888) 219-8041 SmithDrivers.com

Drivers Wanted!

HELP WANTED

Deadline: March 18, 2011 INSPECTORS & Machine Operator - IMMEDIATE NEEDS. 3 positions, 2nd shift Wallingford. MUST HAVE manufacturing experience, STABLE work history & good MATH skills. Temp to hire $10.50. Call AR Mazzotta (203) 949-4242 LOCAL Insurance Agency seeking Assistant to take payments, make deposits, inbound & outbound phone calls, assist Manager with projects. Insurance experience preferred. Fax resume to 860-760-8211 MATERIAL HANDLERS Needed! Ability to lift 50 pounds required. Ability to read and write in English required. Must pass background check and drug test. Please apply in person. No phone calls please! WeRecycle! 500 South Broad St, Suite G, Meriden.

806 Farmington Ave., Kensington 860-828-9610

Now Hiring 1190916

WLFD $309,900. Exceptional opportunity! 3 family home in excellent condition! Updated interior, new and separate utilities. 2 car garage and central air. Linda (203) 265-5618

To assist mgr. Must have good personality & neat appearance. Car helpful. Opportunity to $1000 biweekly. Call 203-235-3710 between 10am and 12pm.

HELP WANTED

Day & Night Shifts Part & Full Time Great Pay & Bonus Programs High School Scholarship HELP WANTED

DRIVERS/CHAUFFEURS PT and FT positions avail. Flexible hrs. Must have clean driving record and public service license. 203-235-9200 PART-TIME SALES: Commission only part-time sales position for the Greater Meriden Chamber of Commerce. Join our team in helping the chamber grow in 2011 with membership and non-dues revenue sales. Self motivated individual, flexible hours. Please send resume and cover letter by Feb. 18, 2011 to: 3 Colony St., Suite 301 Meriden, CT 06451 or email info@meridenchamber.com

RENTAL AGENT/ OFFICE MANAGER For apartment complexes in Plainville/South Meriden. Sect 8 exper helpful. Duties include: maintaining tenant relations, all admin for running office, employee supervision. Must have basic office/computer skills and be personable. E.O.E. & Sect 8 applicants encouraged to apply. E-mail resume to: HRBOX95@AOL.COM

PCF, Inc. is seeking Delivery Service Providers for newspaper home delivery. 7 days a week. 2-3 hours daily, starting around 2:30am. $400-500/biweekly. Routes in Hamden, Cheshire, Meriden, and Wallingford. Must be 18+. Valid Driver's License and reliable car w/insurance required. Drivers are Independently Contracted.

Call 1-800-515-8000 HELP WANTED AUTOBODY repair tech. Structural repair experience prefered. Call Pawloski Auto Body 203-284-8111.

REMODELING SALES REPRESENTATIVE Must have 5 years experience selling roofing, siding, windows & remodeling. Please call (203) 639-1634

Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds Wallingford Public Schools is seeking candidates for the position of Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds. Candidates with expereince in construction and related fields or engineering preferred. Position to begin on or about April 25, 2011

Apply on-line @ www.wallingford.k12.ct.us Applications must be postmarked by March 11, 2011.

HELP WANTED NOW Hiring Delivery Drivers Must have clean driving record. Apply in person at Pizza Hut, 496 South Broad St., Meriden. SHIPPING AND MAINTENANCE Full Time position in greenhouse setting. Applicant must be hardworking & self-motivated. Mechanical and construction skills a plus. Apply to: Geremia Greenhouse 415 Barnes Rd., Wallingford Ask for Phil or Joe. TEACHER Full Time - Fun loving, caring & creative. Full benefits. Experience necessary. Berlin child care center. Call (860) 828-3041 ask for Mel. TELLER - P/T, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 21.5 hours. Apply at www.nebankct.com or call 203-265-1223 WANTED: CABLE TECHNICIANS 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

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROP. WLFD $54,000 a year for prime pad site on busy RT 5 in Wlfd. Enjoy the heavy traffic just down the road from McDonalds. Property is level. Perfect for 3500 sq. ft. restaurant. Call today! Brian 203-265-5618

HELP WANTED Assembly

GRAND OPENING $1,000 Sign-On Bonus After 30 Days of FT Work All departments hiring. International company opens. Full company training. FT & PT work available. ◗ Customer Service ◗Sales Service ◗Packing $450-$525/Week Call Today Start Tomorrow 860-329-0316

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

MEDICAL CAREERS DENTAL ASSISTANT. FT Position in Wallingford available for experienced dental assistant. Hours are Mon & Tues 7:15-6:30; Thurs 7:15-4: 30 Fri 7:15-12:30. Please fax resume to 203-269-0828 or email mickey@famden.comcastbiz.net

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

MEDICAL Assistant FT

Needed for busy pediatric office. Experience preferred. Fax resume to 203-265-3321

40 hours, 3-11. Charge nurse position. Competitive rate & benefits. Apply in person or fax resume to: MERIDIAN MANOR 1132 Meriden Rd Waterbury, CT 06705 Fax: 203-757-0634 Attn: Ms. Smith

REGISTERED NURSE Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care, a faith-based home health care agency serving central Connecticut, is seeking a Registered Nurse to work in its care of the sick program. Home care experience preferred. Benefits. Competitive salary. For more info., call 203 238-1441.

RN/SALSA RN Supervisor to care for Utopia Living Services clients at facilities in Farmington & Hartford. Apply on-line @ www.utopiahomecare.com or fax resume to: 203-466-1826

Social WorkerTemp. position PT / Flexible Hrs BSW from college or university accredited by the Council of Social Work education. Preferred exp. in long term care - or group and case work involving community agencies. Coordinate all aspects of Discharge Planning and Care Planning on 30 bed sub acute Rehab unit. Please apply at Elim Park Baptist Home, 140 Cook Hill Road Cheshire, CT weekdays 8a-7p and weekends 10a- 2p EOE, A/A,D/F,M/F.

RN, 40 hrs, 3 pm-11pm, No Weekends (for Short Term Rehab) Per Diem RN's (Short Term Rehab Exp) Per Diem LPN's and C.N.A.'s Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, is seeking compassionate, energetic candidates, interested to join our professional team in the above positions. MMCI offers very competitive wages and benefits, including pension plan and non-contributory health and dental for employee, life, and disability insurances (full time position only). Drug testing and criminal background check required. Applicants must be Connecticut licensed. If you are willing to go the extra mile for your patients and are truly interested in person-centered care, please apply to::

Personnel Manager Miller Memorial Community, Inc. 360 Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 Fax 203.630.3714 or email: hfparisi@emmci.org EOE

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 17, 2011

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Black Oil Sunflower Seed 50 lbs, Signature Mixed

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12 Lb Road Runner Jug.........6.50

36 Cell Peat Pellet Greenhouse

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179

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7’10”

300

1.4 oz

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160

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Designer Gift Bags

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130

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