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New staffing requests in 20122013 schools’ budget proposal By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen Superintendent of Schools David Erwin presented his 2012-2013 budget for the school district to the Board of Education at its Jan. 9 meeting. The document asks for a 3.96 percent increase. The request represents Erwin an increase of 1.56 percent over what was approved for the current year. Erwin said the increase is necessary to “maintain our continuous improvement efforts.” Funding for salary increases represents the most significant driver and increases the budget by 3.27 percent. In this budget year there is no bargaining unit receiving a zero percent increase and the stimulus

money to cover salary increases is no longer available. The remaining .69 percent of the increase is for all other categories. In the past few years, budget drivers have been health care benefits, utilities and transportation costs. “We were lucky with the cost of utilities,” Erwin said, adding these had gone down and that cost-sharing on health care also had helped keep the budget in check. Reallocation of resources and grant funding are factored into the development of the budget. The school board will be reviewing budgets presented by the principals as well as the superintendent’s budget, site and building budgets and capital requests. The Educational Resources Committee meets Jan. 30 for a budget discussion and typically make revisions. Feb. 13 the board See Budget, page 13

Moonlights as therapist Cassie, a three year-old female boxer/pit-bull mix, works a part-time job at Ledgecrest Health Care Center as a therapy dog. She is pictured here with resident Sophie Fagan. Cassie visits residents with her owner, Mike Ranieri. Ranieri found Cassie at the Stamford Animal Control Center and they have been together for the last two years. In addition to being a family pet, Cassie has a full-time job as a search and rescue dog. She understands commands in nine different languages. When Cassie and Ranieri work accident sites, the dog is trained to let him know if she hears distressing sounds. Cassie’s work has not gone unnoticed; she has been made an Honorary Mason and received a letter of recognition from the Connecticut Attorney General’s Office for her outstanding performance as a search and rescue dog.

Former Plainville High School and Purdue University star Niko Koutouvides, now with the New England Patriots, will be playing for a Super Bowl ring Sunday.

Koutouvides hopes ‘wild ride’ ends with Super Bowl ring By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen A couple months back, Niko Koutouvides was looking at the very real possibility that his football career may be finished. Released by the New England Patriots, for seven weeks, the 30-year-old found himself without a team, or serious suitors. “I was unemployed, basically,” said Koutouvides, a 1999 graduate of Plainville High School. “I came to the realization that my NFL career could be over.” Koutouvides made sure he stayed fit, just in case. “I kept active. I was working out, training,” he said. “I was just trying to stay up to par with

the conditioning. And if I did happen to get a phone call I’d be ready to go.” That call came in October. The Patriots wanted him back. “I thank Coach (Bill) Belichick and the whole Patriot organization, (owner) Mr. (Robert) Kraft, for giving me the opportunity,” said Koutouvides, a special teams specialist. “It’s just been an awesome, awesome ride.” Now Koutouvides is hoping for a fairy tale ending. The Patriots will face the New York Giants Sunday, Feb. 5 in Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. “After what happened to me at the beginning of the

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 2, 2012

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Relay for Life of Berlin meeting

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Berlin 2012 has scheduled a kick-off meeting for Monday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hawthorne Inn, 2421 Berlin Turnpike. Volunteers, cancer survivors, caregivers, friends and family members are welcome. Relay for Life is scheduled for May 19-20 at the Berlin Lions Club fairgrounds. The meeting will cover what goes on at Relay for Life, how to form teams and how people can get

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Networking event Farmington Bank, 1191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled a business-after-hours networking event for Tuesday, Feb. 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. “We invite business owners and managers in Berlin to use our branch as a resource center to meet, network and share ideas,” said John J. Patrick, Jr., chairman, president and CEO of Farmington Bank. The event will include refreshments from 6 to 6:30 p.m., followed by a guest speaker from 6:30 to 6:50 p.m. and networking in a relaxed setting from 6:50 to 7:30 p.m. The event is free and participants are encouraged to invite professionals and business owners from the Berlin area. For more information, contact Bill McDougall at wmcdougall@far mingtonbankct.com.

future of the Connecticut Fire Academy Hartford County Fire School in Windsor Locks was discussed along with state bonding for needed projects. He noted that last year the State Bond Commission approved a $3,250,496 grant for construction of a maintenance and burn building at the academy that was welcomed by the firefighters. Firefighters from area towns, including Berlin, train at the facility. Aresimowicz said he planned to support additional funding during the next legislative session that convenes in February to ensure

that the training facilities are capable of providing area fighters with the tools needed to improve their life saving skills. “I thank the many firefighters who participated in our session,” Aresimowicz said. “These meetings are an opportunity for us to share our concerns and to continue to work to provide our citizens with the fire protection and safety they deserve.” Rep. Aresimowicz is a Deputy Speaker and serves on the Finance, Revenue and Bonding, Housing, Insurance and Real Estate and Veteran’s Committees.

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involved. “This will be Berlin’s fifth year to host a Relay For Life event. For the last three events, our community has showed its support by surpassing our goals each year. We’re determined to keep the momentum going from last year to better our 2011 goal of $92,000,” said George Millerd, Relay event co-chair. The 2011 Relay For Life of Berlin event netted $110,000. Relay For Life is a familyoriented, 24-hour walking event where participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team, and raise funds to help eliminate cancer, a disease that touches so many lives. It mobilizes communities throughout the country to celebrate survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), remember loved ones, commit to fight back through healthy lifestyle changes, and raise money for the fight against cancer. Teams gather with tents and sleeping bags to participate in this fundraising event. Families, friends, companies, churches, organizations, hospitals and schools form teams, seek sponsors and collect donations. For more information, contact Lynn Kipphut at (203) 379-4874 or lynn.kipphut@cancer.org or visit http://www.relayforlife.org/ berlinct. To learn more about volunteering, contact event

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Parks and Rec feels the pinch of tough economy By Daniel Jackson Special to The Citizen

While the town has tightened its budget since 2008, the Parks and Recreation Department’s approximately $1,745,000 budget was not specifically targeted: Parks and Rec services remained essentially the same. In its small way, the Parks and Rec budget is the story of the rest of the town budget:

the town, facing reduced revenues, has reduced spending and investments and found more inexpensive ways to provide the same services to Berlin’s residents. As a new budget is being formed in the town to be presented to the residents who live here, worry that the revenues might not pay the bills and the budget might have to be tightened further. In the upcoming year, the

Mooreland Hill expands to include kindergarten through third grade ers. Most importantly, each student benefits from a great deal of attention. Mooreland Hill’s curriculum highlights include language arts with flexible groupings to enhance skill development; mathematics taught with developmentally and grade appropriate groupings; hands-on science classes; and thematic topics in social studies and science that are varied and offer opportunities for integration with other disciplines. In the lower grades each school day begins at 7:55 a.m. and concludes at 2:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. Aftercare is available from 2:45 to 6 p.m. for an additional fee. Interscholastic athletics extend the school day for middle school students to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Mooreland Hill School has scheduled an open house for Saturday, Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. and Sunday, March 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information, call (860) 223-6428 or visit www.mooreland.org.

duced the stipend that they gave to the youth leagues. In the current budget, they cut the stipend entirely and are using the funding to maintain three sport fields. They are doing the same for the proposed budget. Efforts to reach Parks and Recreation Director Stephen Kelly for comment on this story were unsuccessful at the time of publication. (The Citizen submitted questions to Kelly that he in turn planned to have reviewed by the town manager.) Zielinski said the commission does not legislate on what programs Parks and Rec provides. Instead, it decides the policies that the town’s programs must follow. The director decides what programs to cut or alter. For the 2013 budget, for capital outlays, Parks and Recreation is asking $13,800 for automated external defibrillators and nearly $40,000 to light the Sage Park in capital outlays.

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“It gets frustrating because everything is controlled by the dollars,” said Zielinski, who finds he is hampered because of the limited supply of money. Granting money to certain programs boils down to priorities, he said. By order of the Town Charter, department directors have submitted their budget requests for the 20122013 fiscal year to the town manager. Currently, she is reviewing each budget, going line by line to see where she can trim and cut and save money. By order of the Charter, McNair must present her version of the budget to the Town Council at a meeting before March 1.

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Mooreland Hill School announced, effective fall 2012, the school will accept students in kindergarten through ninth grades. The school began in 1930 as a program for students in grades seven through nine. In the years since, the school has expanded to grades four through nine. “This expansion of services really brings Mooreland to the next level ,” said Headmaster, Michael Dooman (Class of ’78). “Our chief goal is always to build a strong academic foundation for our students. Now, working with a younger group will ultimately lead to better continuity of our program.” Mooreland Hill students hail from communities throughout central Connecticut. The small school offers a full slate of curricular and extracurricular activities and a roster of athletics including field hockey, soccer, basketball, hiking, softball, baseball and tennis. The formation of a kindergarten/grade one multi-age group will allow students to embark on a nineyear educational experience. The lower grades promote active, joyful, and creative learning in a nurturing and close-knit community where each child is known and respected as a unique individual. The program is designed to include a thoughtful, balanced educational experience appropriate to developmental stages of different grade levels and sensitive to the needs of individual learn-

Parks and Recreation Department could face more noticeable cuts in the future, according to Park and Recreation Commission Chair Len Zielinski. “I think things will be getting tighter,” said Zielinski, who also works in the finance department. The reason for this is that Berlin does not know the kind of funding the state will provide the town. At this point in time, there are a lot of variables in the budget process, according to Zielinski. Town Manager Denise McNair said Zielinski’s prediction may be right. “We’re down to pretty much bare bones,” she said in regards to the town budget. Rather than completely cut “fun” services that the town provides, Berlin has trimmed. For example, McNair said that the town pools used to be open eight weeks in the summer but now are open only seven. In 2009, Parks and Rec re-

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pastor at St. Paul Church, was arrested last July. Miller, 42, has been on the docket 10 times since then. He pled not guilty to all charges which included five felony charges of risk of injury to a child; as well as a misdemeanor charge of attempt to commit obscenity. A Franciscan friar, Miller was at his St. Paul assignment for about five years, when the investigation into his activities with a minor began. He was suspended from his duties by both organizations. In a 2008 interview, Miller told The Citizen that he was the newest clergy at the church and that he had never worked full-time in a parish before. He said that in addition to his duties at St. Paul, he served as chaplain for the South Kensington Fire Department and had roles with several other youth and adult organizations in town. While he did not have any formal role at St. Paul School, he occasionally visited religion classes there, he said. Miller kept a fairly high profile in town and frequently spoke at events and ceremonies around town. Prior to the move to Berlin he taught at all-boys’ high schools in Buffalo and Baltimore. - Olivia L. Lawrence

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Michael Miller’s attorney said he is unable to give any details or updates on the former priest’s legal or personal situation at this time, beyond the fact that Miller will once again be on the court docket March 14 at New Britain Superior Court. William J. St. John Jr., a Waterbury attorney who represents the former Berlin Miller priest, said he is aware of the community’s interest in the case and that, at such point that it becomes possible to provide a status update on Miller, he will. Director of Communications for the Archdiocese of Hartford Maria Zone said, “I have no updates and have not heard from any victims.” Previously, Zone has said that the archdiocese will continue to work with authorities and will release information publicly as it becomes available. She said the church offers a Victims Assistance Program available to anyone who has experienced any type of abuse. The case has lingered in the courts, in pretrail status, since Miller, former assistant

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lege and professional career he has had,” Capodice said. “Niko has truly represented Connecticut football well at the collegiate and professional levels.” Capodice recalls one Berlin-Plainville game in particular when Koutouvides was with the Blue Devils. Along with Koutouvides, the game, played at Veterans Stadium in New Britain, featured future Syracuse star R.J. Anderson, of Plainville,

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season, and the road I’ve been on, this wild ride, I’m just so grateful. It’s very, very exciting,” said Koutouvides. Incredibly, this will not be Koutouvides’ first appearance in the Super Bowl. The former Purdue University star made it to the game of games with the Seattle Seahawks in 2006. The Pittsburgh Steelers prevailed in that one, 21-10. “I lost the first Super Bowl I went to,” said No. 90. “I’m just going to work as hard as I can to help my team try to get a victory.” Knowing how difficult it is to get there — and after looking retirement in the eye – Koutouvides plans to savor this Super Bowl experience. “With Seattle, everything kind of flew by. I was young. I was expecting maybe to go back again. When you’re young, you just go out there and play. You think you’re invincible. You think that you’ll be back and have the same success,” Koutouvides said. “As you get older you

of the time, then that’s what I’m doing.” Berlin High School football coach John Capodice sees Koutouvides’ journey to the heights of the game as both a feather in the cap of Connecticut high school football, and a testament to the power of determination. “I truly believe Niko was another Connecticut guy who made himself into a Division I football player, and NFL player, through perseverance and hard work,” said Capodice, who was an assistant at BHS when Koutouvides was in high school. “I want to congratulate Niko on the outstanding col-

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Thursday, February 2, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Brighten your day: Visit the library By Carrie Tyszka Special to The Citizen

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United Methodist

The East Berlin United Methodist Church has scheduled a chicken pot pie dinner for Saturday, Feb. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. A fee is charged.

For more information, call (860) 828-5440.

Bethany Covenant Bethany Covenant Church

The Berlin Citizen Thursday, February 2, 2012

has scheduled Lego Club for Wednesdays in March from 6:15 to 7 p.m. for children ages 6 to 9 years old. Come for one or all sessions. Legos are provided. Registration is free. Please RSVP early as space is limited to 20 participants. For more information and to download a registration form, visit www.beth anycovenant.org.

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strumental offering from one of our congregation’s musicians, in addition to the prepared prelude and postlude offered by the organist.

Kensington Congregational The Christian Education program offers a Parent/Child Playgroup every Tuesday from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. in the Reeves Center. The playgroup is on a drop-in basis for children from infants to preschoolers.

Saint Gabriel’s

The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled free Tot Time for Thursdays for parents with children 1 to 5 years old from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. through May 24. Tot Time includes crafts, play session, snack s and holiday parties. No registration is required. For more informa-

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 in1229691

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

Prayer shawls

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.

Prayer group

The 13th of the month prayer group at St. Paul Church, Kensington, meets at noon on the 13th day of every month to pray the 15 decades of the rosary. The prayer services begin with a personal consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the immaculate Heart of Mary. Within the rosary, the verses of the Fatima song are sung in remembrance to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. For more information call John Simeone at (860) 828-0794.

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Thursday, February 2, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Obituaries Scott Austin

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Vera (Miglizzi) Zotter, 80, of Kensington, died Jan. 23, 2012 at an area convalescent home. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Joseph and Nelle (Dell Donna) Miglizzi, she was also the wife of the late Frank J. Zotter. She attended Bristol Hospital School of Nursing and was a Licensed Practical Nurse for 45 years, having worked at the Jerome Home. She also volunteered at the Court House in New Britain. Vera is survived by her son Thomas and his wife Laura Zotter of Southwick, Mass.; her daughter Donna and her husband William Rudge of Kensington; five grandchildren Laurel Pickard, Brendan Rudge, Gregory Zotter, Brittany Zotter and Jeffrey Zotter; a great-grandchild, Autumn; a brother Joseph Miglizzi of New Britain; four nephews and her companion for many years, the late Theodore Mader. Services were held Jan. 26, 2012 at the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain. Burial was private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American School for the Deaf 139 North Main St. West Hartford, CT 06107.

Scott David Austin, 49, of New Britain, died unexpectedly at home on Jan. 21, 2012. He was the husband of Cheryl (Warren) Austin. Born in Waverly, Pa., he was a former Berlin resident and a New Britain resident for the past nine years. He was formerly employed as an insurance claims adjuster for The Hartford and Middle Oak. Scott was a member of The Berlin Lions Club and Bethany Covenant Church. Surviving are his wife, Cheryl (Warren) Austin; two children, Devon Austin of Kensington and Aimi Austin of New Britain; a brother, Timothy Austin of Indianapolis, Ind.; a sister, Sue Austin and her companion Julie Johnstone; his father, Carroll Austin of Kensington; three special aunts, Jane Nichols, Sam Nichols, and Grace Nichols; two grandchildren, Aidan Coursey and Grace Post; and his nieces and nephews, Jordan and Nathan, Jessica and Sean. He was predeceased by his mother, Ann (Nichols) Austin. Services were held Jan. 25, 2012 at Bethany Covenant Church, Berlin. Burial will be held privately in South Burying Ground. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Berlin Lions Club. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please share a memory of Scott with the family at www.ericksonhansen.com.

Sylvester “Cy” Waznia, 83, of Berlin, the widower of Stasia V. (Janik) Waznia, died Jan. 24, 2012 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Born in Nanticoke, Penn., the son of the late Peter and the late Josephine (Ronczka) Waznia, he graduated from Berlin High School, received the Bronze Star for service in the U.S. Army in Korea, and was co-owner of Cy & Henry’s Sunoco. He was a member of St. Paul Church, the Italian Political Independent Club, V.F.W. Post 10732, and the Polish National Home in Hartford, and loved the time he spent with his grandchildren and extended family, especially Joe and Uni Ronczka. He is survived by a son, Steven Waznia; a daughterin-law, Patricia Waznia; and three grandchildren, Zachary, Nicholas, and Shelby Waznia, all of Berlin. A funeral liturgy was held Jan. 27, 2012 at St. Paul Church, Kensington. Burial, in Sacred Heart Cemetery, New Britain, will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, his family requests that memorial donations be made to the Kensington Volunteer Fire

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John R. O’Donnell, Jr. John R. O’Donnell, Jr., 74, of Berlin, died Jan. 28, 2012 at Hartford Hospital. Born in New Haven, he lived in Clinton many years and resided in Berlin since 1972. He was the husband of the late Carlene (Dahlstom) Odonnell, who died Feb. 16, 2006. He had worked over 38 years at United Illuminating, was a well know railroad model enthusiast, belong to the Pulmonary Rehab Group at the Hospital for Special Care and served he in the U.S. Navy. John is survived by his

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three children Lynn O’Donnell of East Lyme, Jay O’Donnell and Tim O’Donnell, both of Berlin; two grandchildren Blaine O’Donnell and Teagan O’Donnell; his sister Louise and her husband Dave Stanton of Branford; two sisters-in-law Barbara Salwocki and her family and Evelyn Chudzik and her family; several nieces and nephews and a family friend Lori Fitts, whom they would like to thank for her care and assistance given to John. A prayer service was held Jan.31, 2012 at the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. To light a candle or send a condolence, visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.

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Bigger bins please

To the editor: I wonder if anyone else would like to see the town consider changing from the current blue rectangular recycling bins to the larger trash-size bins that many area towns have adopted? With everything now being packaged in recyclable packaging, our household has more recycling than our little bin can accommodate. And yes, we do have a second bin. Every other week, we place our two over-full

bins curbside, and usually have a bag or two of newspapers (we get enough sale flyers in our mailbox for the entire street) plus a bundle of cardboard to set out beside it. The funny thing is, our trash bin is generally less than half-full each week. Oh, the temptation to simply toss the extra recycling into the trash. But we are trying to be environmentally friendly, so we don’t. On another note, we virtually never have a brown paper bag in which to place our newspapers,magazines and junk mail, and although the recycling collectors informed us that we can use plastic “t-shirt” bags, we are generally hard pressed to find one of those either; this is due to the fact that we conscientiously use re-usable shopping bags everywhere,

from grocery store to department store. We have four children and five grandchildren, and imagine we probably have more people in and out of our home on a regular basis than most, but I know we’re not the only household who has noticed a dramatic increase in the volume of recycling coming from their home. Michele Janota Kensington

Anti-Patriots To the editor: Why do the people of Connecticut support the Patriots? A few years ago they stabbed our state in the back. Don’t you remember when they were building the new UConn stadium and the Patriots were supposedly going to use it instead of Foxboro? Jay Ritter Berlin

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Monday, Feb. 6 Historic District, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall, Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion Post 68, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library board room, 7 p.m.

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Send in the Cavalry: it’s Made in the U.S.A. (In this new series, written by Berlin resident Dave Kobus, the author shares his thoughts on the importance of supporting products made in the U.S.A.) This afternoon I had the good fortune to discover another product made in the U.S.A. by a local Ameri- Kobus can company. With a fresh and hot Kensington pizza sitting on my back seat, I needed to find a beer, on my way home, that was worthy of this locally made pie. As I scanned the freezer at one of my favorite local package stores, looking for a local brewer, a unique bottle caught my eye at ankle level. Its name: Marauder IPA by Cavalry Brewing Company out of Oxford, Conn. A full-bodied brew, loaded with hops and a smooth bitter finish, this India Pale Ale brought joy to my taste buds. Looking at the label, I knew there was something more to this beer than just flavor. It comes with a story.

Mike McCreary, the owner and brewer, at Cavalry Brewing, is more than just a beer guy. He is a 19 year Army National Guard major who served our country in Iraq, protecting our freedoms back in 2003. He is a real American and a small business owner who makes a fine product in the U.S.A. He did not plan on getting into the beer business though. As he puts it on his website: “During the Great Recession of 2008, I became a casualty of company consolidation.” This led him to recreate himself and start up this small Connecticut business. If you are looking for a good American beer to go with your good Berlin pizza I suggest you head down to one of our local package stores and scan the cooler at ankle level. You just might get lucky and discover your own favorite American brew while you help support another made in the U.S.A. business. To learn more about this local made in the U.S.A company go to www.cavalrybrewing.com or just give them a call at (203) 262-6075. Buy American.

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Thursday, February 2, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

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In defense of spam By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen It has been estimated that up to 85 percent of all e-mail is spam — messages sent indiscriminately to large number of recipients — and that seven trillion such e-mails sailed through cyberspace in 2011. I don’t find those numbers shocking. Out of curiosity, recently I allowed my spam emails to build up for one week. I received 507 spam messages during the stretch, including 124 in a single day, and seven in one hour. One hour. Scrolling through page after page of these e-mails peddling products and services my blood began to boil. How dare this spam mingle nearby e-mails from my wife, and mother! The 24-hour-a-day onslaught of unsolicited messages reminded me of feral cats swarming around a discarded chicken leg. Nasty! However, being the type of person who tries to view situations through a positive lens, I quickly altered my attitude. It struck me: No matter what a person desires, no matter the ailment or problem they may have, regardless of how hopeless their situation may be, spam has the answer. Spam is meant to help! Don’t believe me? Consider the following story, punctuated by actual words and phrases found in the subject and “from” lines of spam messages I received during my weeklong experiment: Thomas was an out-ofshape, unemployed 20something living with his folks. He suffered with Depression and Insomnia. He sought out Tips to Help Sleep. Seeing the state Thomas was in, his mother wondered if Alcohol Rehab

may be in order. Thomas didn’t need a Tarot Card Reader to tell him things weren’t heading in a positive direction. Financially, Thomas was in rough shape as well. His attempts to Buy Gold, Sell Gold and Trade Foreign Currency were not fruitful. He looked into taking out a $1,500 Loan (In Less Than an Hour), but after checking his 3-in-1 Credit Score, didn’t bother to apply. Thomas needed to make a change. He decided to Go Back to School, and completed an Accredited 100% Online MBA Program. With a degree in hand, Thomas got a job and proudly handed out his Business Cards. With money coming in, Thomas was ready to move out of his parents’ basement. He chose to Buy a Foreclosure property. The place had some Water Damage and needed updating, so he invested in Kitchen Cabinets and Replacement Windows. He even splurged on a Home Security system and Maid Services. Finally, things were falling into place. Fast-forward a year, and Thomas was eager to take his first paid vacation. He looked into Cruise Packages, Ski Vacations, but in the end, opted to spend a leisurely week at home. He

played some Online Poker, shopped SUV Deals; and after taking a Test Drive, bought one. With his work and home life in order, Thomas felt it was time to settle down with a mate. But before jumping into the dating scene, he decided to Lose Weight, get Teeth Whitening, Lasik Eye Surgery and the Best Hair Restoration. Then, feeling confident, Thomas began scanning the profiles of online singles. The process was Fun and Easy; it turns out there was plenty of Local Ladies Looking. Eventually, Thomas found a girlfriend, lavished her with Unbelievable Gift Baskets and Flowers, and eventually popped the question. She accepted. At this point, Thomas began thinking about the future, and his own mortality and legacy. He upgraded his Health Insurance, bought Life Insurance. And Sick of Gas Prices he went “green”, turning in his SUV for a Hybrid Car. He even used Solar Power at his home. Decades passed, and Thomas retired a very contented man. He had an AARP Membership, and with plenty of free time on his hands clipped Coupons and was able to Add 30See Spam, page 16

The town’s budget referendum will be held April 24 and so will the state’s Republican presidential preference primary. Registrar of Voters Elizabeth Tedeschi said details on how ballots will be handled are still to be worked out. She said, so far, there have not been many residents seeking to change their party affiliation in order to vote in the primary. For mail-in registration, the deadline for new voters and for unaffiliated voters to enroll in a party for voting in its primary is April 19 (New voters must be postmarked or received by the registrar by this date. Unaffiliated voters applications must be received by this date, not merely postmarked.) April 23, at noon, is the cut-off for in-person enroll-

ment for new voters and unaffiliated voters enrolling in a party; this takes place at Town Hall. In Berlin, there will be two ballots, one for the budget referendum and the other for the GOP primary. Whether or not these will be handed out together or separately is still to be determined. According to the secretary of the state’s office, there will be an announcement at 10 a.m. Feb. 10 in regards to “generally and seriously advocated or recognized” candidates to be placed on the ballot. After that, at noon, petitions become available for other candidates. Deadlines for filing primary petition pages with town registrars of voters is 4 p.m. March 2. - Olivia L. Lawrence

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and Willard Elementary School from half time to fulltime positions. Other positions are in math support at Hubbard Elementary School and assistive technology for special education. There is also a request to increase the athletic director position to a year-round job, which would include an additional $12,500 for two additional months over the summer. Erwin said one classroom teacher position has been eliminated at Willard due to decreased enrollment, staff reduction was accomplished through attrition, not layoffs, he said. Other reassignments and reallocations of existing staff helped offset costs of the requests for new positions. Capital equipment and site and building expenses are submitted separately through the town’s 61-account for school expenses. The 2012-2013 request for capital equipment is $725,472 (current appropriation is $100,000). The request for site and building is $379,410 (current appropriation is $140,000.)

Continued from page 1 will vote on the budget, then it will be sent to the town, submitted by Feb. 15. Erwin’s budget calls for a net increase of $989,605 in salaries; $96,355 goes towards administrative increases, however that group will have a zero increase in 2013-2014. Supplies are .002 percent of the budget and that includes textbooks. Erwin said some of the cost of replacing text books and other supplies will come from the assistant superintendent’s budget which includes overseeing curriculum needs. The operational budget for the current year is $37,949,785; Erwin is asking for an increase of $1.5 million. New positions requested include: adding a second fulltime family and consumer science teacher for Berlin High School; and a third fulltime business education teacher at BHS: In, addition the plan is to increase technology support at Griswold

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So far, the postseason has gone well for the Berlin High School indoor track and field team. The BHS girls earned nine points and finished second in the South Division at the Central Connecticut Conference meet, held Saturday in Hartford. Berlin’s 4x800 relay team of Alex Carbonell, Kaylene Sylvain, Kristen Madeia and Catherine Voelpel placed fifth at the CCC meet. The sprint medley relay team of Madison Tavarozzi, Alex Carbonell, Kristen Madeia and Sam Carbonell finished eighth. Both the 4x800 and medley foursome have qualified for the upcoming state meet. At the CCC meet, Voelpel placed fifth and qualified for states in the 300, and Tavarozzi qualified in the 55. Berlin’s Kate Piotrowicz placed ninth in shot put at the CCC meet, and will compete in the event at the state meet. The BHS boys had a solid showing at the CCC competition as well. The 4x800 team of Reid Hilbie, Connor Hilbie, Ben Tencza and James

Dwyer turned in its best time of the year (9:43). In other CCC meet action, Matt Kall had a personal best time of 7.23 in the 55 and Connor Hilbie, a state meet qualifier in the 3,200, ran to a 16th place showing in the event. The Berlin High School boys swim team came up short against Middletown last week, but the Redcoats had a productive night nonetheless. Berlin swimmers clocked 32 best times, and Dan Klotz set the school record in the 100 butterfly (53.30). “We actually lost the meet,” BHS coach Eileen Thurston pointed out, “however, with the performance turned in by the swimmers and divers, we only see the day as a positive.” Thurston said her top performers against Middletown were Eric Kemmling, who had best times in the 50, 100 and 500 freestyle, divers Jakub Cwieka and Nathan Giaccone, Jaydip Patel, Luke Switzer and Brendan McLarty, who dropped a lot of time in the 100 breaststroke, and Chris Von Achen, who was

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Berlin High School’s Bobby Mozzicato, left, and Tommy Undercuffler battle for a rebound during a recent game. At press time, the Redcoats owned a record of 10-4. strong in the 100 butterfly and 100 freestyle. “They continue to work hard and strive to improve on a daily basis,” Thurston said of her troops. The Berlin High School girls basketball team ran past Middletown, 60-44, on the road last week to improve to 12-3. “We are very pleased with team play right now,” BHS coach Sheila King said of her troops, who rattled off a eight-game win streak this winter. “We have struggled with minor injuries with different players throughout the season, and have had many players step in and get things done for us. Players are unselfish and play within the system night after night. We are fortunate to have See Notes, page 19

Wrestlers headed in the right direction By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen Jim Day knew that it wouldn’t be easy when he decided to return to coach the Berlin wrestling team a few weeks before the season. A member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame’s Connecticut chapter, Day won nine state championships before stepping away from wrestling in 2007. Now he is in the early stages of trying to rebuild the program back to where it was. “I’m really pleased with the direction we’re going,” Day said. “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.” At press time, Berlin had won just two of 18 dual matches, but Day has seen a team growing in confidence, with a great attitude and individuals stepping forward.

Four of nine Berlin wrestlers reached the finals at the MassConn Fusion tournament in Southington Saturday and another finished fifth. Freshman Riley Greider (95 pounds), sophomore Ethan Greider (115), sophomore Jake Eliades (138) and junior Ricky Mullins (154) all lost in the championship match, but made an impression. “It took me a while to kind of assess where we were,” said Day, who has 25 wrestlers on the roster. “Right now, I’m focusing on working with each individual to help them improve technically, tactically and with their mental approach. “From the beginning, when I made the decision to take our upper weights and let them wrestle junior varsity and get some experience, they’ve understood what we were doing. The kids have been really re-

markable.” The team has used the quote “It just doesn’t matter” from Bill Murray’s against-all-odds motivational speech in the comedy movie “Meatballs” as a rallying cry. “Practice every day has been great,” Day said. “We’re coming around.” Day said sophomore Rich Schlicting (134) and junior Kevin Pirruccio (128) are also showing great improvement. Pirruccio won his weight class at the Eagle Classic in Manchester. The Redcoats finished fourth out of seven teams in that event. Berlin will travel to Newington to face the host, Hall, Avon and Brookfield Saturday, but the Redcoats likely got a great indication of how much they have improved when they battled Maloney in Meriden

Wednesday. Maloney beat Berlin 4725 on Dec. 29. “We’re going to be a different team,” Day said. “We had three starters out for the first meet and some of our youngsters who didn’t do well the first time have improved a lot. I’m excited to see how far we’ve come. I don’t know what that means for the final score, but we’ll be a better team than when we wrestled them the last time.” Berlin’s wins have come against Rockville and Lyman Memorial. Day is retiring as a teacher and athletics director after the school year, but he said he’d like to continue coaching. “I’m having the time of my life,” said Day, who has 447 career victories as a member of the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame. “I didn’t realize how much I missed it.”

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Resident named a Sportsman of Distinction By John Pettit Special to The Citizen

Charles Bertagna, Larry Pelletier and Ed Siebert Sr. all had different starts in Meriden sports. Bertagna spent his formative years playing basketball on the city’s various courts, while Pelletier first learned the sweet science of boxing at the Meriden Armory. Siebert grew up in Waterbury before becoming a fixture on the Silver City sports scene. On March 20, the three men will end up at the same place when they are honored as Sportsmen of Distinction at the 31st annual Meriden

Sports Reunion dinner at the Meriden Elks Club. A 1947 graduate of Meriden High School, “Choo” Bertagna made his mark on the city’s fields and basketball courts as well as in education. The Army veteran began teaching at Goodwin Tech and later worked for the Connecticut State Department of Education and served as assistant to the director of vocational, technical and adult education until retiring in 1991. He received numerous vocational education awards. In addition, Bertagna was a Camp Cuno counselor, coached Little League, ran the city’s summer and winter basketball league pro-

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Ballroom, 13 Beaver Street, New Britain. Tickets may be purchased at various New Britain locations: Jimmy’s Smoke Shop, 127 West Main Street; Marzi Florist, 33 Fern Street; Sir Speedy Printers, 200 Main Street; Paradise Restaurant, 10 East Street; Scotts Flowers, 678 Arch Street; Imperial Trophy, 265 Main Street.

Bulletin Board Little League Returning players may register for the upcoming Berlin Little League season online at www.berlin-littleleague.com through March 17. Registration covers Little League baseball and softball, Challenger and Junior Little League. Coaching applications also are available online. Six-year-olds and other first-year players must register at the Bill Petit Complex. In-person registration will be held Feb. 7 and 9, 6 to 8 p.m., and Feb. 11, 9 a.m. to noon. Players must provide a birth certificate with raised seal.

Senior golf The Timberlin Senior Golf Association will hold its Annual Breakfast Meeting Tuesday, Feb. 14, 8 a.m., at the Senior Center. All TSGA members and prospective members — retired Berlin residents age 60 and over — are welcome to attend. Snow date is Feb. 15.

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Notes Continued from page 17 players know their roles and play them well.” King said, on average, Berlin has 7.4 players grace the scoring column each game. “That is pretty productive,” said the coach, “and a credit to the team play of the girls.” The Lady Redcoats have had four different leading scorers in contests: Chelsea Vujs, Ashley Malloy, Courtney Trzasko and Kailene Rampone. Berlin switches up its starting lineup depending on the opponent. The rotation now includes Rampone, Trzasko, Paige Young, D.D. Barrett, Vujs and Paige Owens. King said Malloy is “out indefinitely” with an injury. The Lady Redcoats’ key reserve players are Hallie Nygren, Alicia Maule and Brittany Sullivan. A five-game win streak by the Berlin High School boys basketball team was snapped Friday with a 59-43 road loss to Middletown. The host Blue Dragons (94) held the Redcoats (9-4) to just two points in the second quarter. “Middletown exploited all of our offensive deficiencies,” BHS coach Mike Veneziano lamented. “If we

didn’t extend the game by fouling, they would have held us to under 40 for the second time this year. I have said since Day 1, we can’t rely on Bobby Mozzicato to carry us in the scoring department every night. Good teams are going to make adjustments and make other players step up offensively. “With that said, I believe we will continue to improve, and the coaching staff will continue to tweak with our lineup until we find a group that can score more consistently. Defense will always be our identity and keep us competitive. But we don’t want to simply compete with teams, we want to beat teams, and in order to do that you have to not only play great defense but you have to score the ball.” Mozzicato had a gamehigh 16 points against Middletown, and headed into this week averaging 19 points and 12 rebounds pergame. “He is having one of the best seasons of any player in the area,” Veneziano said. “And he is earning every point, as he is being doubleteamed more and more as the year goes on.” Against Middletown, Tyler Stritch had nine points on three 3-pointers. Berlin got back to its winning ways Monday, knocking

off Bristol Central, 49-43, at Gibney Gymnasium. Mozzicato had a gamehigh 26 points to go along with 10 rebounds. The good times continue for the Newington-Berlin High School ice hockey team. The co-op trounced Rockville/Manchester/Staff ord, 8-0, and Hall/Southington, 4-1, last week to improve to 9-2. Berlin’s Brandon Ralph had two goals and two assists in the shutout, and dished out an assist against Hall/Southington. Jeff Smolicz, also of Berlin, continued his solid work on defense during the stretch, and scored against Hall/Southington. Monday, NewingtonBerlin topped WindsorFarmington, 3-1. Nicholas Briganti, Brendon Richard and Alexander Ericson scored for the victors. -- Nick Carrol

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BULLDOGS, Yorkie, Yorkie-Poo, Rottweiller, Great Dane, Schnoodles, Boston Terrier, Chihuahua, Shih Tzu & mixed breeds. $250+. Call 860-930-4001

HONDA Accord Hybrid 2005 Silver, 91,000 mi, All Power, Auto, Cruise, 6 CD changer, Leather Int, Tilt, Traction Control, Alloy Wheels, 4 Dr, 6 Cyl, satellite radio, heated seat, 26/34 mpg - excellent condition, $10,900. (203) 980-4153 Wallingford, CT

DODGE STRATUS 2003 $3,688 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $1,288 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

CARS STARTING AT $199 DOWN 24 Month/2400 Mile Warranty LET US GIVE YOU A FRESH START Tax, Title, Fees Additional Apply Now BChevynow.com 203-232-2600 Darrell

FORD Taurus 1997 LX Leather, many new fixes. Good condition. Low mile engine (80,000). $3200 or Best Offer. 203-909-5543

MINI Cooper 2004 Clean. Many new parts. New tires. Brakes. Needs transmission. $2700 or best offer. Call (203) 440-0825 any time.

NISSAN Xterra 2004, SUV ,red, 4 door, 4x4, V6, 152K. For more info call 203-886-9586. TOYOTA Camry 2000 4 cylinder, 5 speed, low miles. $2800 NISSAN Altima 1999 Runs great. $2950 CHRYSLER Sebring LXI 2002 Cream puff. $3550 203-213-1142

HYUNDAI Santa Fe 2004 Only 60K. Leather, Sunroof, Heated Seats. Local. Just Traded. Stock# P3975A $11,999 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

TRUCKS & VANS

JAGUAR X-Type 2004 Sedan 860-628-0279 rg2331@cox.net 96K Excellent condition. $8000 AWD. Black w/tan interior. AM/FM/CD player. Dual air cond. Service records.

Must be 18 years of age and a US Citizen w/proof of residence. Minimum down payments may vary. Must meet income requirements. Subject to change without notice.

Must be 18 years of age and a US Citizen w/proof of residence. Minimum down payments may vary. Must meet income requirements. Subject to change without notice.

HONDA ACCORD 2002 4 Door, Auto, Very Low Miles. Showroom Stock# 12479A $8990 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPS AKC & OFA Registered. Vet certified. Health guaranteed. Parents used in therapy. $900. RedRiverRetrievers.com Sire hunts. Call (860) 681-5402

NISSAN Altima 2008 2.5SL 4 Door Sedan, 4 Cylinders $14,994 Stock# C7248 (203) 237-5561 Apply Now BChevynow.com 1-866-879-1616

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

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 Jack 1-866-879-1616

LABRADOR YELLOW Females Great family & hunting dogs. AKC; puppy shots. $950. 860-940-8137 or 860-681-6066. YELLOW Lab Puppies 10 weeks old. We would like a good home. Come meet our Mom and Dad. $500 a Pup. Call our keepers Maryann 860-276-7474 and Mark 860-306-2366

Let Us Give You A Fresh Start

Cars Starting At $199 Down 24 month/24000 Miles Warranty Tax, Title, Fees Additional Apply Now BChevynow.com Jack 1-866-879-1616

OLDSMOBILE ALERO GL 1999 $2,988 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $788 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106 FORD ESCORT 2002 $3,288 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $988 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

HONDA CIVIC 2009

YORKIE, Female, 6 mos, shots. Very loving and a great companion. $595. 203-676-2342.

Quad Cab. Black Beauty. Z-71 Package. Stock# 12352A $16,999 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

EX-L, Leather, Navigation $19,491 Stock# C7228 (203) 237-5561 LEXUS RX 350 2008 SUV 6-cyl. AWD. White w/tan interior. 56,000 miles. Service Agreement - 100k mi. Excellent condition. $24,900 Home 860-628-0279 rg2331@cox.net

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

CHEVROLET Colorado 2006 NISSAN Pathfinder 2003 V6, Leather, Sunroof. Heated Seats. Very Sharp! Stock# 12480A $11,990 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

Will Deliver

203-284-8986 USED CAR CLEARANCE SALE

BLUE Lane Sofa Some wear. $75. 203 269 7802

SUV’S AUTOMOBILES WANTED

$3,295.

CASH for your Toyota, Honda or Nissan. Any Condition! Running or not! Will consider other makes & models, motorcycles, ATV’s, etc. 203-600-4431

91’ C hevy S-10 PU $2,995.

98’ Toyota Camry $3,995.

MAZDA 3 2009 FORD Focus LX 2002 One owner. Low miles. Immaculate. Stock# 12469A $5999 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

HYUNDAI Elantra 2003 Sunroof, Auto. Fully Equipped. Stock# 12418AA $5990 ASK FOR JOHNNY (203) 235-1669

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

Appliance Repairs

92’ Ford Crown Victoria

Fully Equipped. Auto, Power Windows/Locks, AM/FM/CD, Premium Sound, Alloy Wheels. $15,494 Stock# C7169 (203) 237-5561

AFFORDABLE

94’ Ford Station Wagon $1,995.

01’ Hyundai Elantra $2,995.

94’ N issan Sentra $2,495.

HONDA Odyssey 2008 One Owner. EX-L w/DVD. Auto, 6 Cylinder $20,994 Stock# C7279 (203) 237-5561

Paying cash for Junk cars, trucks, motorcycles. Free Pickup. Free Removal. Running or not.

G.T. Tire 155 Colony St. Meriden, CT Mon-Thur 7am-3:30pm Fri. 7am-2pm

CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St., Wallingford (203) 269-9341 Home decor/Furnishings Mention this Ad for an Additional 10% Off Your Purchase Truly Affordable, Truly Unique 30 Day Layaways Available $5 Off a purchase of $25 or more $10 off a purchase of $100 or more Ample Free Parking in Our Lot Free Gift With Every Purchase Tue-F 10:30-5, Sat 10-5, Sun 10-2

203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510

90’ Dodge PU/Plow $1,895. Can be seen at:

Cindy’s Unique Shop

Buying, selling Marketplace is the answer.

PINE hutch very good condition! Red Mahogany stain. Asking $90. Please call 203-269-5845. SONY Trinitron 32 inch flat screen/tube TV. $75 with stand. Call 203-294-9833 WHIRLPOOL Slide-in Dishwasher Black. $80 Call (203) 440-2814

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Thursday, February 2, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ANDERSON windows. 2- double hung, white 30” x 40” brand new. Paid $315., sell $250.. Call 203-626-5526 or 203-376-5804. BASEBALL cards for sale. Factory sets & assorted singular pieces. Well maintained. Early 1970 - 2005. $2,500. OBO. Call 203-213 8431. POLY TOOL BOX For Pickups $25 Call 203 294 0631 WOODEN SHEDS BRAND NEW

WANTED TO BUY 2ND GENERATION Buying estate items - entire contents. CF Monroe Wavecrest, Matzow Paintings, Old Dolls, China & Glass 203-639-1002 Always Buying 1 Item to the Entire Contents of Estates Antique, Gold, Costume Jewelry, Furniture & So Forth. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-269-4975 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350

CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 12 X 10 w/windows. 2 available. Located in Durham Delivery extra. $2,750. 203-535-9817.

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

203-235-8431 WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT ALL HARDWOOD 2 Cord Minimum $425 and $225 For a Single cord. 203-376-2805 SEASONED hardwood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in (mostly 18). $225/cord; $145/half cord. 203-294-1775. www.lavignestreeservicellc.com

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH EXERCISE Equipment in great condition. Techrod cable exercise machine (similar to a Bow flex) has lat-bar and 2 separate handles, up to 100lb. resistance for each arm. Power tower calestetic exercise machine for chin ups, push ups and dips. Everlast punching bag with stand. Asking $75 for each or best offer. Moving out of state. Call (203) 4275827 between 8am and 5pm

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

COMPUTERS & OFFICE EQUIPMENT LAPTOP Dell Inspiron 5150 XP PRO, 1G Ram, MS Office $70 (203)887-5886

WANTED TO BUY 1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

$$$ CA$H $$$ Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-3499

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

Swords, Helmets, etc

203-238-3308 WANTED TO BUY: Adult 3 wheel bike for special needs adult. Must be reasonable. (203) 235-2736

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED

Pete In The Pickup Year Round Junk Removal No Job too Big/Small We Do it All 203-886-5110 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 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

REPAIRS Large or Small. Stairs, railing, interior, exterior, entry door & window replacement done by owner. Also provide addition, finish bsmnt, decks & complete home improvements. Free est. 203-238-1449 #578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com MR. HANDY Home Improvement & Repairs. No Job Too Small. CT Reg #624078 Call Larry (860) 877-5678

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC

Voice Lessons

203-237-2122 FENCING

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

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

FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897

ALBERTS HOME REPAIRS Remodeling, Windows, Doors, Siding, Decks, Floors Lic & ins #623837 203-592-1148

HOUSE CLEANING POLISH LADY with good cleaning experience looking for more houses to clean. References available. Call 860-869-0876

INCOME TAX SPECIAL! Income Tax Prep $89 by appt. 1/31 - 2/15 Form 1040 (no business/ Sched. C returns) New clients only. US Tax Centers 166 Queen St. Southington 860-426-2022

GUTTERS

FOR RENT

MERIDEN Sunset Manor- modern 3bdrm, 1.5 ba twnhse. 2 car gar, W/D, C/A, yard. $1450/mo. Owner/ Agent 203-952-1122.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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

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

HANDYPERSONS

INCOME TAX PREPARATION CPA-prepared income tax returns. Other financial services available. In Southington for over 30 yrs. Call 203-340-6395. Allen E Horner, CPA 216 Belleview Ave Southington, CT

JUNK REMOVAL

MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW!” CT Reg #631942 203 886-8029

A-1 HANDYMANPLUS CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325

Year Round Junk Removal No Job too Big/Small We Do it All 203-886-5110

PLUMBING MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr Service. 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 JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! Yard Clean-ups, Estates, Homes, Attics, Bsmt, Garages, Furn. & Appliance removal. Free Est 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

LANDSCAPING

HAVE DUMP TRUCK- Will carry out junk, debris, furniture, appliances, etc. We Take It All! Free Estimates. Call Ed.

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

joe@ gonzalezconstructionllc.com Fully license/insured. Reg #HIC577319

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD YARD Clean-up, Brush, Branches Appl’s, Furniture & junk removal. Entire house to 1 item removed! 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218 PROPERTY TREE REMOVAL SERVICE offers stump grinding, hazardous removal, hangers, chipping, crane service. 20 yrs exp. We’ll beat any written estimate. Fully ins. Serving all towns. Call for a free estimate 203-509-9408. TREE PROBLEMS? Broken limbs, hangers, we specialize in difficult takedowns. Professional climbers. Fully licensed & Ins. Call for your free quote. Ask for Jimmy. Accelerated Landscaping, Inc. Celebrating our 25th yr in business. 860-982-4819.

HOME Solutions $500 off a new roof w/ this ad. Snow removal available 20% off w/ neighbors. Great prices, free estimates. LIC & INS HIC #0631419. 203-631-2991 HOME Solutions $500 off a new roof w/ this ad. Snow removal available 20% off w/ neighbors. Great prices, free estimates. LIC & INS HIC #0631419. 203-631-2991 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

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

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

PAINTING SPECIALS Apts/rooms/ceiling repairs-popcorn. Basement waterproofing. Quality work at lowest prices. Eddie 203-824-0446. Lic 569864

Edwin Cordero PAINTING Int/Ext. Local, established, reliable craftsman. Call (203) 537-2411 CT#614827 L & E PAINTING. Professional and Affordable. Lic & ins. Call Trevor 203-938-3789. CT Reg #623250. www.landeprop.com.

See the great selection of used cars in Marketplace.

SERVICES OFFERED SATELLITE/CABLE TV SERVICES SWITCH FROM CABLE TO DISH AND SAVE! HDTV Special. $24.99/mo. Incl. HD & Local Free Installation! Res. & Bus. Please call Orbitech Satellite. 860 747-4868. www. orbitechsatellite.getdish.com SWITCH to Dish and Save! HDTV Special. $24.99/ mo. Incl. Free Install! Orbitech Satellite Svs. Plainville 860-747-4868 www. orbitechsatellite.getdish.com

SIDING

Gonzalez Construction

203-639-0032

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

Piano Lessons

CONDOMINIUMS

Pete In The Pickup

MGW HOME IMPROVEMENT Kitchens & Baths, Painting, Windows/Doors, Interior Remodeling, Gutters, Drywall, Decks/Porches & Basements Call MGW!” CT Reg #631942 203 886-8029

All Ages and Levels Welcome Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

JUNK REMOVAL

HEATING & COOLING

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

Start the year with the gift of music for your child, grandchild or yourself! Certified & experienced music teacher. Call Mark 203-235-1546

MR. HANDY Home Improvement & Repairs. No Job Too Small. CT Reg #624078 Call Larry (860) 877-5678

CARPENTRY

All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS

HANDYPERSONS

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

203-639-0032 joe@gonzalezconstructionllc.com Fully Lic & Ins Reg #577319 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

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

SNOW PLOWING HOME Solutions $500 off new roof w/ this ad. Snow removal & roof shoveling avail. 20% off w/neighbors. Great prices, free est. LIC & INS HIC #0631419. 203-631-2991

TILE FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897 AGOSTINO’S Tile, LLC Lowest installation prices around. Over 20 yrs experience. Your tile or mine. CT#6069696 Free est. 203 879-8648 or 203-910-9283

TREE SERVICES Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions

203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

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

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

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122

PROPERTY TREE REMOVAL SERVICE offers stump grinding, hazardous removal, hangers, chipping, crane service. 20 yrs exp. We’ll beat any written estimate. Fully ins. Serving all towns. Call for a free estimate 203-509-9408. TREE PROBLEMS? Broken limbs, hangers, we specialize in difficult takedowns. Professional climbers, Fully licensed & Ins. Call for your free quote. Ask for Jimmy. Accelerated Landscaping, Inc. Celebrating our 25th Yr in business. 860-982-4819. GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 2, 2012

BERLIN 2 BR, 1st Floor. Large living room. Extra clean. All appliances included. Garage. No smoking. No pets. $1100 per month. Call 860-234-0289

MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd.

2 BR Starting at $800 Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-639-8751

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden 3 BR & 4BR apts Newly Renovated! Avail. Immed. Starting @$850 Call 203-240-4688 MERIDEN - 2 BR/5RMs 1st FL Large Rooms. W/D $900 per month. No utilities. Sec 8 Approved. No smoking. Avail 3/1. Call 203-886-5983 MERIDEN -1 BR Hubbard Park Central Air/Heat. 775 West Main Street. $795/mo. + utils. No pets. Call Chino 203-440-3483 or Steve 203-537-4072 MERIDEN 1 Bd apt. Hd flrs, spacious kitchen. Front & back entrance. Parking in backyard. Tennant pays utilities. $700/m + sec, dep. Call 203-317-7381. MERIDEN 1 BR Off-street parking. Wall to Wall carpets, appls, $765 Per Month. Heat & HW included. No pets. Sec & refs required. Call 203-238-7133

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

MERIDEN 1BR & 2 BR Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, sec & refs. No pets. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 1BR Newly remodeled. Off st parking. Stove & refrig included. No pets. $550 + 1 mo sec. (203) 464-3083 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1st Floor Large 5 Room Renovated Apt. Appliances, W/D Hookups. No Smoking/Pets. $850 month. 203-444-5722

MERIDEN 2BR, 3rd Floor. New flooring & newly painted. $750 per month + security. Section 8 Approved. 11 Putnam St. Call 203-927-8215 MERIDEN 3 Bdrm apt newly renovated, w/off street parking. Available immediately $875. Pets considered. Owner/Agent 203-996-1719. MERIDEN 3 Bedroom/1Bath. Tenant pays utilities plus oil heat. $975+security deposit. Call 203-440-4774 for showing. MERIDEN 3BR - 3RD Floor Off street parking. WD Hookup. Lrg yard. Newly renovated. $900 per month plus sec. Call Natalie 203-671-2672

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN Centrally located Private and Clean. 3 Rooms. $675/mo. Lease & security deposit required. No pets. 203-238-9772 MERIDEN Cook Avenue Spacious 1 BR. 2nd fl. Renovated. New carpet, new paint. $900 includes heat, hot water and electric. (203) 265-4664

MERIDEN Crown Vlg 2 BR 1st flr, heat & hw incl. New paint & carpeting throughout. Sec & ref. Section 8 approved. Call 203-269-1508. MERIDEN EFFICIENCY Fully Furnished. BR/LR Combination. Full kitchen, pvt bath. $575 mo. Sec dep & lease req. No pets. (203) 238-9772 MERIDEN furnished studio , free utilities, fully equip kitchen, on site laundry. 30 day min length of stay. $799. mnth plus tax. Call Frank Chase 860-989-7205 MERIDEN Studio apt, $475/mo. Utilities not included. Downtown on busline. No pets. Call 203-982-3042 MERIDEN- 3BR, fully applianced, W/D hookup, new paint/ carpet, 2nd fl, off street parking, lease. $975/mo. Call 203-996-7379 MERIDEN- West side, 2 BR, 2nd FL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec. Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $950 / mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

MERIDEN 1 & 2 BR Apart- MERIDEN-Quiet house, freshly ments. 657 East Main St. Call 203-376-8114 or 203-630-9481. MERIDEN-2BR apt. Nice area w/parking. Freshly painted. Reduced to $795/mo. incl. fridge, stove & w/d hkup, coin op. w/d. Storage area. No utils, pets or smoking. 1 yr lease. Cr. check & refs. req’d. Sec & 1st mo. rent. 203-608-8348 MERIDEN-3 Bedrooms - 1st Floor 6 Rooms. $800 per month plus security. Appliances. No utilities. No pets. Call 203-605-8591 MERIDEN. 4 BR, kit, LR, 2 full baths, 1st floor, w/w carpet. Need references. Section 8 approved. 203-537-9093 SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 Room Efficiency. Ideal for seniors and all others. Near I-84. $140/wk. Includes Heat & HW, A/C, Appliances. No smoking. Sec dep & refs req. 860-620-0025

Under New Management MERIDEN STUDIOS & 1 BRs We are offering a special! 1ST Month’s Rent Free with a credit score of 600 or over. Please call 203-630-2841

WALLINGFORD !ST fl. 2br/5rm. Good locale. Fully appl. W to W. No pets. Util not incl. Lease & security required. $875mo. Call 203-848-7955 in the evening. WALLINGFORD 1 bdrm apt. $700. Center of Town Green. Nice area, off street parking. Must see to appreciate. Call 860-575-0219.

Right candidate. Right skills.

painted 1 BR, 2nd flr, $650. No pets. 203-668-6066. WALLINGFORD 1 BR Apt with appliances. 1 car garage, ample storage, country setting, easy access to highways, off of Rte 68. $700/Mo + 1 month sec. 860-583-3759 WALLINGFORD 2 BR 5 Rooms in Two-Family 2nd Floor, Off Street Parking No Pets. Credit Check $850 + utilities. 203-284-1853 WALLINGFORD 2 BR apts, 1st & 2nd Floor. Appliances included. W/D hookups. Off st. parking. No pets. Must have good credit. $875 each. Call (860) 620-9658 WALLINGFORD 3 bdrm apt. 2nd fl, off st parking, w/d hook-ups, appliances, no smoking/pets. $1000. per mnth. Please call 203-444-5722. WALLINGFORD 3 BR, 1st Floor. Remodeled bath. $1100/month plus security. 203-269-2562 or 203-668-1694 WALLINGFORD Cute 2 BR Townhouse. Full basement. WD hookup. Private entrance. Off street parking. Walk to school. $850/mo 2 mos sec + application fee. No pets. 203-284-0597 WALLINGFORD-1BR apt starting at $750 including heat & HW. No pets. JJ Bennett 203265-7101 WALLINGFORD. 3 BR, 2nd flr, off st parking, hardwood flrs, 239 Center St. $1200 + sec. Call (203) 294-1229 WINTER 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 WLFD. 2BR OVERSIZED Townhouse, appl’d kit., 3000SF, lots of storage & closet space, laundry room. NO PETS. $1195. Call J.J. Bennett, 203-265-7101.

ROOMS FOR RENT

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MERIDEN $135 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils & cable TV incld. Washer & dryer on site. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 203-213-2054 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN-$110. per week. Clean, safe, 1st floor. Furnished room, utils incl. Share kit & bath. 203238-3369. Leave message.

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GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT WALLINGFORD Garages/Storage Units. Gated Property. Various sizes available. Please call for pricing. 203-269-0384 or 203-430-6078

HOUSES FOR SALE

MERIDEN. $149,900 Large 3 family near park- 2 units have 3 bedrooms, nice backyard, some notice to show needed but worth the wait. Call Fred Gettner or Toni Falcone for details 203-265-5618.

WALLINGFORD. $189,900 This charming house sits on a dead end st. Includes 4BRs, 2Bas, eat in kit, screened in porch walk out basmt. Yard is fenced in. Great starter home! Call Toni Falcone 203-265-5618

Anvil Place Apts.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Feb 4, 2012 9am to 12pm City Living at its Best! Come Visit New Britain's Newest Community for Active Adults over 55! 55 West Main Street New Britain, CT 860-257-1330

New Britain Newly constructed 2 bedroom apts for active adults over 55.

$900-$925. Fully applianced with washer/dryer. Wall to wall carpet, central air, parking garage, community room, elevators.

FIRST MONTH RENT FREE! Please call 860-257-1330 or 860-223-0546

HELP WANTED

BUS DRIVERS Now Hiring/Training No Experience Necessary

$1500

Sign-On Bonus

For applicants holding CDL-B with PS Endorsement

WALLINGFORD $498,000 Elegant 4BR home with incredible open space views. Open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Spacious master bedroom, gleaming wood floors, finished lower level. Call:

Linda Diana 203-265-5618

Average 20-35 Hrs Per Week Benefits Available

Call 203-269-4171 Apply online at:

www.durham schoolservices.com or in person at: 990 Northrup Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492

WALLINGFORD

CDL-A DRIVERS WANTED 2 Years Experience Needed Clean MVR in last 24 months.

$324,900. Like new 4 bedroom free standing condominium. Spacious 1st floor master bedroom. Open floor plan, living room w/ gas FP, huge garage, full basement and incredible closet space. Call:

Contact HCM@ 203-634-8427

Linda Diana 203-265-5618

DRIVER Experienced Reefer Drivers & Independent Contractors needed for Regional Positions. Top of the line equipment and plenty of freight. Call Today! 877-491-1112 or www.primeinc.com

Is your merchandise "blending in?"

WALLINGFORD. $123,900 Neat as a pin! 2 Spacious bedrooms, remodeled kitchen and baths, finished lower level. Easy access to major highways. Call Linda Diana at 203-265-5618

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Placing a Marketplace ad is an easy and affordable way to whip up some interest among potential buyers. What are you waiting for? Contact us today and start turning the stuff you don’t want into something you do want:

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Thursday, February 2, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen HELP WANTED AUTO Service Advisor - 7:30-5:30 Mon-Fri. Sat 8-12 (alternating weekends). Nissan Experience preferred. Benefits, 401k, health insurance, vacation time. Competitive pay plan. (203) 269-9692 DRIVERS - Hunter Limousines, LTD currently has part time day openings for drivers in our Limousine division. Successful applicants will require a great personality and a clean driving record. Wages start at $9.00/ hour. Apply in person at 450 West Main Street, Human Resources Center, Meriden or fax resume to 203-514-5154. www.huntersamb.com EOE. DRIVERS wanted. Valley Cab Co is offering both ft/pt driver positions. Must have public service license. Please call 860-479-1555 leave message, or 860-793-0300.

HAVE OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER? Willing to do brain scans or a medication study? (HIC614,2100,3626) Pays up to $500. Please call Yale OCD Research Clinic: 203-974-7523

A growing Central CT ISO and ITAR certified Class A die house, with expanding metal stamping and CNC/ WIRE EDM machining and turning operations is looking to fulfill the below positions.

CNC / Wire EDM Manager The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience, be self-motivated with good communication skills. Responsibilities include production planning, managing operators, setting up and editing and/or programming 4th and 5th axis vertical mills using Mastercam 10, and ordering tooling and supplies.

Tool & Die Maker Immediate opening for a first shift tool and die maker. Must be able to build and repair progressive and secondary tooling. A minimum of 3 years experience is required. Must be able to work with limited supervision.

CNC Swiss Operator Looking for a skilled CNC Swiss Style Lathe machinist with 3-4 years experience. Must be a self starter able to produce parts from blueprint and work with minor supervision. Multi axis lathe and Master Cam programming experience a plus.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR DELIVERY CARRIERS WANTED Come join our fast growing team of contracted adult carriers who earn up to $13,000.00 annually delivering newspapers for up to 2 hours in the early morning. It is a great way to subsidize your annual income without interfering with your regular job or quality time at home.

CHESHIRE ROUTES NOW AVAILABLE If you are interested in being contracted on a route or being a substitute in Wallingford, Meriden, Southington or Cheshire Please call Record-Journal Circulation

(203) 634-3933

Design Engineer HVAC Technician- Commercial /IndustrialService-Based Company. Seeking a reliable individual. S2 license required. Full benefits pkg. Full time.Pay increases with experience! Perfectemp Inc. Heating & Air Conditioning in Southington www.p-temp.com Send resume: jswain@p-temp.com Or Fax (860)620-1789 EOE

LEGAL POSITIONS Nuzzo & Roberts, LLC is seeking an experienced Workers’ Com pensation Paralegal to handle a large volume of defense files and a litigation Legal Assistant. For Paralegal position, ideal candidates will possess at least two years experience, knowledge of workers’ compensation pleadings and procedures, strong written and verbal skills, and ability to obtain and review medical records. Responsibilities include heavy phone contact with outside parties, completing of workers’ compensation forms and pleadings, preparation of correspondence, investigation of coverage claim, review of dictation, diarying of dates, maintaining of attorney calendars, scheduling of depositions and legal medical conferences, obtaining and analyzing wage records, file organization, etc. The litigation Legal Assistant position includes handling all incoming/outgoing mail, scheduling, docketing, filing, preparing correspondence/ court forms, short calendar, electronic filing, etc. Proven record of strong administrative, organizational, prioritization and computer skills are a must. Legal degree or one to three years litigation experience required. Both positions are full time with benefits including health insurance, life insurance, short term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and leave time, and free parking. Email resume to pmaher@nuzzo-roberts.com or fax to PLM at 203-250-3131 No phone calls please.

Seeking an articulate, highly motivated, self starter to design progressive dies, tools, and fixtures. Organizational and communication skills required. Must be a team player. Must have solid understanding of progressive and secondary tool design, manufacturing processes and techniques, tool and product material selection, and current CAD software. Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience, a diversified background in medical, military, aerospace and other commercial industries and work with various steel. We offer competitive wages and excellent benefits. This includes: ● A Profit Sharing Plan ● Employer 401k Match Program ● Vacation Benefits ● Medical, Dental, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Serious and Qualified Applicants Only! Apply in person, e-mail jobs@componenteng.com or fax resume to 203-269-1357

Component Engineers, Inc. 108 N. Plain Industrial Road, Wallingford, CT 06492 HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED Toddler Teacher needed. F/T hours and benefits. Call Steffanie or Melissa at KinderCare in Meriden. (203) 634-4465. LINE COOK NEEDED - Full time, Si habla Espanol. Call 203-5984274 NATIONAL FILTER MEDIA Industrial sewing machine operator. Must have experience. M-F, 6:30am - 3:00pm. Benefits; 401K. Apply in person 9 Fairfield Blvd., Wallingford

SALES ASSOCIATE- Scrub Wear House INC. Rocky Hill CT. A Growing Company with 4 locations - A Nice Place to Work! New England's Largest Medical Uniform Stores - Check Us out! scrubwearhouse.net We will train: Retail- Merchandising experience helpful. Self started & organized- Knowledge of POS software. Competitive Pay. Vacation/holiday pay, Sick pay, Matching 401K plan. To apply send your resume to: dlynn@scrubwearhouse.net

Administrative Assistant Part Time 20 hours The Record-Journal Publishing Company is looking for a Part Time Administrative Assistant to perform various administrative and clerical responsibilities including payroll, accounts payable, personnel information processing, various reports, general correspondence, filing, typing and maintaining of various files. The right candidate will have payroll processing and reporting experience, preferably with Paychex. Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Attention to detail and accuracy a must, comfortable with multi-tasking; good communication, organizational and typing skills. Please email resumes to: adminjob@record-journal.com No phone calls please.

MEDICAL CAREERS MEDICAL ASSISTANT/ OPHTHALMIC TECH Full-Time We are currently seeking an experienced Medical Assistant/Ophthalmic Technician. Candidate should be a motivated, self-starter capable of independent thinking & action to work w/ one of our physicians. We offer an excellent starting salary, benefits and vacation package. Please fax Resume to: 203-288-2470 MEDICAL BILLING OFFICE (Full or Part Time) Seeking experienced receivables clerk with 3-5 yrs. experience, especially in ophthalmology. Experience in electronic and manual posting of insurance payments, including Medicare and Medicaid, claims tracking and the appeals processes. Use of Misys Tiger a plus. Excellent benefits and flexible hours possible. Please fax Resume to: 203-288-2470

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RN 32 Hours 11pm - 7 am No Weekends Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, is seeking compassionate, energetic candidates interested in joining our professional team in the above position. MMCI offers very competitive wages and benefits, including pension plan and non-contributory health and dental for employee, life, and disability insurance (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 RN Per Diem Southington Care Center

RN - HHA Supervisor Immediate FT position w/ Family Owned Agency. 2 YR Home Care Exp. Rqd. & Electronic Medical Records Experience Preferred. Fax Resume to: (203) 599-6071 Or Apply On-Line www.utopiahomecare.com

(SCC) is a premier, non-profit Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Community located on a lovely campus in Southington, Ct. We are in search of a Per Diem RN with Long Term Care Experience. We are a 5-star, Planetree-affiliated leader in healthcare and ready to partner with someone looking to join with the best. Email resume to: MayeranG@ southingtoncare.org

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, February 2, 2012

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$7.00 OFF a purchase of $60.00 or more. Excludes beer, cigarettes, lottery tickets. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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Baby Back Pork Ribs- Full Rack..................................... $3.88 lb. SAVE $2.11 lb. Tyson Frozen Chicken Wings, Strips, Bites, 25-28 oz. Bags.............................. $7.99

FRESHLY PREPARED FROM OUR PRODUCE TEAM Freshly Prepared Small Veggie Trays with Dip, Serves 8-12...........................$12.99 Freshly Prepared Small Cut Fruit Platters with Dip, Serves 8-12....................$14.99

SCORE A TOUCHDOWN WITH OUR DAIRY & FROZEN FOOD TEAM! Cabot Salsa or French Onion Dip, 12 oz. tub .................................................... $1.99 Totinos Pizza Rolls, Asst. Vars., 40 count ..................................................... 2/$6.00

THE FRESHEST ITEMS FROM OUR DELI & SEAFOOD TEAMS! Asst. Var. Chicken Wings, Heat & Eat.............................$4.99 lb. or 3 lb. pk. $13.99 Freshly Sliced Willowbrook Oven Roasted or Honey Turkey Breast ............. $6.99 lb. Extra Large Cooked Cocktail Shrimp, 31-40 count ........ $7.99 lb. or 2 lb. Bag $15.98

GREAT BIG GAME FAVORITES FROM OUR GROCERY TEAM!

Return your Roger’s handle bags to be used on your shopping order and we will refund

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Coca-Cola Products, 12 oz. cans, Asst. Vars................................................ 2/$9.00 Cape Cod Potato Chips, Asst. Vars., 7-8.5 oz. Bags..................................... 2/$5.00

10 cents per bag used in that order • Gift Cards Always Available.

visit us at www.rogersmarketplace.com • Kensington, CT • 45 Chamberlain Highway • ph.860.828.4157 fx.860.828.8377 store hours: Monday through Saturday 7 am - 9 pm • double manufacturer’s coupons - see store for details, postage stamps, mastercard, visa, discover, american express, yankee 24, nyce NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES, ILLUSTRATIONS ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REPRESENT ITEMS ON SALE. NOT ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE AT ALL STORES.

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