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Local’s daughter earns a bronze in Vancouver By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

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Americans Erin Pac, left, and Elana Meyers celebrate after winning the bronze medal in the Two-Woman Bobsled event at the Vancouver Olympics. Pac’s father, Tom, lives in Kensington, and attended the Olympics.

Hard times force proposed budget up 5.7 percent By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen Town Manager Denise McNair presented her 20102011 budget proposal to the Town Council March 2. The document asks McNair for a 5.7 percent increase on the $66.5 million 2009-2010 budget. While last year’s budget

was difficult, “this year is easily harder,” McNair said, explaining that all the easiest reductions had already been made. In addition, the same difficult economic conditions exist. She asked the council that, as they review the budget, to “not cut lower than we can function at.” Mayor Adam Salina said that as the Town Council’s finance committee reviewed the budget over the next several weeks “we hope to be able to whittle it See Budget, page 6

Berlin hires a new superintendent of schools — see story page 4.

Watching the Olympics on TV can be enough to get ones patriotic juices flowing and the adrenaline pumping. So imagine the euphoria Berlin resident Tom Pac must have felt witnessing — in person — his daughter win a bronze medal for the United States. Pac’s daughter, Erin, and her teammate, Elana Meyers, took third in the TwoWoman Bobsled event Feb. 24 at the Vancouver Games. “All the Americans just went wild,” said Tom Pac. After crossing the finish line, the bronze medalists, who finished just 1.12 second off the gold-medal pace, came to rest close to where Tom Pac, and his wife, Carol,

were standing. Dad was unable to greet his 29-year-old daughter immediately following the race. But when the two met up later, it was an emotional event. “I congratulated her and told her ‘I knew you could do it,’” said Tom. “It’s hard to explain,” he said of Erin’s reaction to claiming a medal for her country. “She was just so happy. She was just overjoyed.” The proud father pointed out that Erin was not even at 100 percent in Vancouver. She had suffered a hamstring injury prior to the Olympics, but soldiered on anyway. “She pushed through it and did what she went there to do,” said Tom. “Any medal is never disap-

pointing,” Erin Pac told the Associated Press. “Elana and I worked really hard on just working on the four runs. Coming in today, I knew we could medal. Didn’t know which one. We were reaching for that gold, but I’ll take the bronze any day.” Tom was in possession of that bronze medal for a brief time in Vancouver. “It was very nice, very heavy,” he said. “I was almost in tears because I was so happy.” Erin Pac grew up in Farmington, and as one might expect, was an active kid. Although a fierce competitor, Tom Pac indicated that his daughter never had a cold, win-at-all-costs attitude. “She was driven in sports,

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At 102, Labieniec enjoys a wonderful life Mary Labieniec celebrated her 102 birthday, March 1, with a day-long party at the McDonald’s restaurant on New Britain Road. The honoree said the event was “wonderful”. She was surrounded by scores of friends and five generations of family. Labieniec bought a new outfit for the occasion and friends noted that this petite dynomo always exhibits great style. She also knows how to have a good time and, after patiently sitting through a rendition of “Happy Birthday” by the crowd of wellwishers, Labieniec took to the dance floor with partner

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Mary Labieniec, 102, listens as the crowd sings “Happy Birthday,” during a March 1 party at McDonald’s See Labieniec, page 5 restaurant, in her honor.

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Police Blotter

The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests. Jan. 29 Melissa Blair, 24, 14 Spring Balley Dr., operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, windshield obstructing view. Jessica Kimball, 29, 128 Pine St., Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, failure to drive in proper lane, multiple, failure to obey control signal. Jan. 31 James Brown, 30, 89 Birdsey St., Bridgeport, second-degree failure to appear.

Readers’ poll Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: Have you been to Dairy Queen yet? Yes, several times 14% Yes, just once 24% No, but I’m on my way 40% No, I’m on a strict diet 21% This week’s poll question asks: What do you think of the school board’s choice for a new superintendent? Vote online at www.BerlinCitizen.com

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BHS student sustains minor injuries when struck by car A student at Berlin High School sustained minor injuries, when he was hit by a car that was proceeding from a stop sign, during a March 3 incident. The Berlin High School sophomore did not have a parking permit and consequently had parked his car on East View Terrace instead of in the school parking lot. The Berlin Police Department did not release his name due to his status as a minor. He was struck at about 7:30 a.m. when he attempted to cross Lower Lane. According to Deputy Chief John Klett, the driver of the vehicle that struck the student, was headed north and had stopped at the stop sign.

The student saw that the car had stopped and so proceeded to cross the street. However, at that point, the driver looked away from the road when a fuel gauge in his vehicle made a noise. Then, “when the driver looked up, he saw the kid,” Klett said. The student sustained minor injuries; bruises and sprains. The driver, John Martino, of Kensington, was cited for failure to grant the right of way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. Klett said students who don’t having parking permits from the school often park on East View Terrace. In general, only juniors and seniors are eligible for passes.

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Health district report details Berlin’s status addition, the health district offers various clinics for disease prevention such as foot care and blood pressure screening. It is currently offering free flu shots. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for the district and lung cancer is the leading cause of mortality from that disease followed closely by colon and pancreatic cancers. Those two diseases are up in all towns. For those interested in quitting smoking, there is a new study underway at Hartford Hospital and it is looking for smokers who would like to participate. For more information on the health district or to learn about the smoking cessation study go to www.ccthd.org.

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Continued from page 1 but very friendly and open to people,” he said. After graduating from Farmington High School, Erin continued her track and field career at Springfield College. It was there, at the suggestion of her track

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The board of education has hired a new superintendent of schools. David B. Erwin, currently superintendent of Avon school district, will begin in July. The school board introduced Erwin, to the public, at a forum March 4, at Berlin High School, which included a question and answer session. The panel then met briefly and subsequently held a vote that resulted in Erwin’s appointment. BOE President Gary Brochu said the new superin-

tendent had “a stellar reputation. “ “There are some opportunities and possible challenges here that get me charged Erwin up to take on those challenges,” Erwin said. Erwin, 56, succeeds Michael Cicchetti. The previous superintendent left in December 2009, after four years in Berlin, to take a job as superintendent for Education Region 9. Mark Winzler currently serves as Berlin’s

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Berlin Briefs Legislators’ forum The Berlin Legislative Delegation will hold a community meeting for all area residents tonight, March 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. State Senator Donald DeFronzo (D-New Britain) and Representatives Joe Aresimowicz (D-Berlin) and Catherine Abercrombie (DMeriden) are scheduled to speak with residents, answer questions and accept ideas for this year’s legislative session.

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School, 139 Grove St., East Berlin; Sunday, April 18 at New Britain-Berlin Y’s Healthy Kid’s Day event at St Paul School, 479 Alling Street and Thursday, May 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the UpBeat Picnic at Berlin High School, 139 Patterson Way. The program is called America’s Missing Broadcast Emergency Response but was named so in honor of nine year-old Amber Hagerman who was kidnapped and subsequently murdered on Jan. 13, 1996. Along with statistics on missing children, the Amber Alert system was developed to integrate law enforcement, media and public response to reports of missing and potentially abducted children. The Amber Alert Child ID Program, unique to Connecticut, is a partnership between the state, the Department of Public Safety, the State Police and the Rotary Clubs of Connecticut. A software system has been created for storing key information on those that are photographed by the Amber Alert Child ID Program making this information readily available for the State Police. The information collected is the child’s description only to use for rapid recovery. It

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Music in the Schools (Berlin public schools are celebrating “Music in the Schools” during March. Throughout the month, The Citizen will feature students’ thoughts on the value of music in their lives. The following students participate in the grade 4 Willard Elementary School Beginner Band.) I chose to do music because I saw one man play jazz and something in my head just clicked and I thought if I did music I would be able to play jazz and that’s why I am in music right now. —Anthony Buccheri, alto saxophone

Music is magical because in so many ways it entertains people and inspires people. — Jack Lombardo, alto saxophone (Willard beginner and advanced bands)

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I like music because it is what makes me happy and working with the band calms me down when I’m mad. I think everyone can do it and everyone should play instruments. —Victoria Shafer, flute

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Holy Grounds Coffeehouse Holy Grounds Coffeehouse, 146 Hudson St., has scheduled live music from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. There is no charge to attend; a free will offering is accepted at the coffeehouse. A variety of coffees, hot chocolate, punch and baked goods are offered. For more information call (860) 828-3822 or holygrounds@ymail.com.

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

Healing Hands of Jesus Healing Hands of Jesus has scheduled Bible study every Thursday at the church office, 120 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. Home cooked dinner is at 7 p.m., study immediately follows. Services are held Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Griswoldville Chapel, Griswold Street in Wethersfield. Children’s ministry is available during services. For more information call (203) 982-9227.

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Gertrude V. Baney

Gertrude V. “Trudi” Baney, 93, formerly of Kensington, died Feb. 28, 2010 at a local convalescent home. Born in Bridgeport, the daughter of the late Henry and the late Mary Magdalena (Lucus) Baney, she was a receptionist for Dr. Donald Bean before her retirement, and was a member of Kensington Congregational Church. She is survived by a niece, Diana Lombardi, and three nephews, Robert and Alan Birk, and Richard Lombardi, and was predeceased by two sisters, Florence Birk and Eleanor Lombardi. A private graveside service will be held in Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Avenue, Kensington, CT 06037. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.

Catherine R. Heath

Catherine R. Heath, beloved mother and grandmother, died Feb. 28, 2010 in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. She was the widow of John T. Heath. She was born in New Britain on Jan. 4, 1914, the daughter of Paul and Katherine Robinson. She lived in New Britain her entire life, the last 68 years in her home in the Belvedere section. She and her late husband were among the founding members of St. Francis of Assisi Church.

Stanley J. Sytulek Stanley J. Sytulek, 79, of New Britain died March 2, 2010 at home sur rounded by his family. He was born in New Britain and was the son of the late Stephen and Emilia (Sutula) Sytulek. He worked as a fork lift operator for Stanley Tools for 45 years until his retirement in 1993. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church, New Britain,The Stanley Seniors, where he enjoyed painting and he was an avid

golfer at Stanley Golf Course, New Britain. He served as a basketball coach for 17 years at St. Francis of Assisi School and coached New Britain Little League Baseball for 18 years. He was a lifelong avid New York Yankees fan, who enjoyed witnessing several World Championships, and attending games with his sons at Yankee Stadium. He was a U. S. Army veteran who served honorably during the Korean War. He is survived by his two sons, David Sytulek of East Berlin and Scott Sytulek and his wife Elizabeth of Farmington; his two daughters, Diane Sytulek-Kane and her husband John of Seattle, Wash. and Kathryn S. Horlitz and her husband Carl of Colchester; his brother, Joe Sytulek and his wife, Eileen of Berlin; his three sisters, Jane Norkun of New Britain, Florence Greene of Berlin, and Ginny Pomerenke and her husband Rinehart of New Britain; his cousin Arthur Jordan of New Britain; his seven grandchildren, Jeremy, Kaitlyn, Carl, Jr., Emily, Jacob, Jeffrey and Julia; two greatgrandchildren, Nathan and Zachary, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Osena J. (Kowalsky) Sytulek; two brothers and six sisters. He is also survived by his lifelong family friends, Conrad and Shirley Szabo of New Britain and Kathleen Agostinucci. Funeral rites were be held March 6, 2010 from the Paul A. Shaker/Farmingdale Funeral Home, New Britain, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church, New

Britain. Entombment was in St. Mary’s Mausoleum in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. The American Flag was presented to Stanley’s daughter, Diane. Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 538 Preston Avenue, P. O. Box 1004, Meriden, CT 06450. To share a memory of Stanley or to extend condolences to the Sytulek Family, visit www.shakerfuneralhome.com. Dad, we will cherish the memories and miss you dearly.

Regina Doucette Re gina Marie “Ginger“ (Jakel) Doucette, 80, of Kensington for 48 years, the loving wife of Charles Edward Doucette of 59 years, died March 5, 2010 at a local convalescent home. Born in New Britain, the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Anna (Muszynski) Jakel, she graduated from New Britain High School, was employed at American Hardware until her retirement, worked for the Kensington Fire District, and during her retirement volunteered for the American Red Cross. She was a member of St. Paul Church, the Kensington Garden Club for many years where she was past president, the Women’s Service League Tuesday Circle, and the Monday Night Club. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a sister, Irene Diasio of New Britain; a niece, Virginia Burk and her husband Stan-

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beloved grandmother of John Percival and his fiancée Sue Dann, Steven and Robin Percival, Scott and Lisa Percival, James and Roeshelle Percival, Kristin and James Ellette and Meggin Heath. She was also the cherished great-grandmother of 13 beautiful greatgrandchildren. She enjoyed many happy times with her extended family Jagoda and Victor to whom we are deeply grateful for their devoted and loving care. A special thanks to the visiting nurses and Hospice nurses for their compassionate care. Services were held March 4 at the Farrell Funeral Home, New Britain with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1755 Stanley St. New Britain, CT 06053. For online condolences or to light a memorial candle, visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com.

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John Nappi, 184; Jan Bennett, 183; Irene Willametz, 177; Marie Kaczynski, 172; Ed Picard, 170; Florence Gillette, 168; Joe Sytulek, 168; Laura Brochu, 162; Don Maitz, 160; Chuck Leonhardt, 156; Joe Aziz.

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Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance. To order or cancel a meal, call Perry at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Following is a list of lunches for the week of March 15 at the Senior Center. Monday, March 15: Corn chowder with crackers, turkey salad with celery and dried cranberries on greens, tri-colored macaroni salad, croissant roll, apricot halves.

Tuesday, March 16: Cheeseburger, sautéed onions, oven baked potato wedges, three bean salad, fresh tangerine. Wednesday, March 17: Corned beef, baby new potatoes, chopped cabbage and carrot pennies, rye bread, ice cream sundaes. Thursday, March 18: Cranberry juice, unbreaded veal patty with mushroom brown gravy, au gratin potatoes, mixed winter vegetables, white bread, topped strawberry mousse. Friday, March 19: Breaded fish fillet with lemon dill sauce, stewed tomatoes and zucchini squash, garden salad, dinner roll, topped fruit crisp.

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Jack Banks, co-owner of Powerhouse Gym in Berlin and Malibu Fitness in Farmington, presented a $2,500 check to Rosemarie Burton, president of Klingberg Family Centers from the proceeds of the Annual Malibu Fitness Farmington 5K Road Race. Banks and his son Cameron established the race five years ago, as a fundraiser to benefit local charitable organizations. After visiting Klingberg Family Centers for the first time in March 2009, the Banks agreed they would like the agency to be among the organizations to benefit from the annual event and donated $1,000 from 2008 proceeds. A 15-member team composed of Klingberg Family Centers’ employees, family members and clients represented the agency this past year. With over 600 runners, the 2009 race was the biggest yet, and has become the third largest Thanksgiving Day road race in Connecticut.

The Cardiology Research Department at Hartford Hospital is conducting a smoking cessation study. The study includes laboratory visits, a non-invasive artery function test, blood samples, physical exam and medical history and a free 10 week smoking cession program. Participants will receive financial compensation. For more information, contact Amanda Augeri at (860) 545-3454 or aaugeri@harthosp.org.

Celiac Support Group has scheduled a chat group, Gluten Free 101, for Monday, March 29 at 6:45 at the Community Center, (lower level), 230 Kensington Rd. All persons with celiac disease and their family and friends are invited to attend. Come to gain information and alleviate the stress of living with the disease. To register and for more information, call Ann at (860) 378-2852, Carm

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A heartfelt letter to President Obama earns a reply

(Noah Bielinski is a seventh grade student at McGee Middle School who wrote to President Barack Obama in October 2009. Noah explains why he wrote the letter. Below is the President’s reply.) The letter I sent to the President stated that, while our views and political parties may vary, out of respect to the office of The President of the United States, students here in Berlin should have been given the opportunity to hear the “Back to School” speech as it was broadcast. I was greatly concerned by the fact that the back-toschool speech by the President was not being aired. Putting pen to paper is an effective way to get those we

this was why I felt that Mr. Obama’s broadcast was ignored by many school districts. I also stated, in my letter, that I have a sibling who looks like President Obama while I look like the President’s sister. And yet, my siblings are all my siblings regardless of color. I hope to one day hold political office for the good of all people. I’ve attended and

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Thursday, March 11 Commission for Person with Disabilities, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 6:30 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Youth Services Advisory Board, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 4 p.m.

Monday, March 15 Commission for the Aging, Senior Center, 7 p.m.

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Letters to the Editor Job well done To the editor: I am writing this letter in regards to some recent internet comments about Coach Shelia King. I think some positive knowledge should be shared with the Berlin public. I am speaking of Coach King’s positive influence on our Berlin children both athletically and academically for many years. She was an important part of bringing girls soccer to the Berlin school system. She had the foresight to see a need to bring the largest played sport in the world and allow it to be offered at Berlin High School. She coached soccer the first years of the program and she brought dignity, respect and knowledge to the girls soccer program. My daughter played soccer under Mrs. King’s leadership for four years. She not only coached my daughter in soccer but was also assistant coach to George Hall for girls basketball, which my daughter also played. Mrs. King

played a big part on the basketball team as well with the team going to the Class M finals in 1988 for the first time in Berlin High School history. Mrs. King’s dedication and leadership assisted my daughter on and off the court. Now, again, Mrs. King has brought dignity and respect to the Berlin High School girls basketball program as head coach. In 2009 she guided her team to the finals at Mohegan Sun Arena. This year she guided her team to a 19-1 regular season and, once again, a spot in the Class L state tournament. The Berlin girls basketball team has won two games in the Class L tournament. They are now in the quarter finals of Class L in the state tourney. I am proud to say that I am a father of a former player under Shelia King’s coaching and I am proud to say I am from Berlin. Congratulations to the 2009 and 2010 teams for repSee Letters, next page

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Meet the DiDomenico family (Would you like to have your family featured in an upcoming edition? If so, time is running out. We will publish the“Meet the family” feature through March. Participation is fun and easy. To have your family featured please send an email to news@theberlincitizen.com or call (860) 829-5720.) Tell us about your family. You may think that life is crazy with three children ages six and younger, and it is — but we love it! Gianni and Amanda are the parents of Gianmichael, 6, Ariana, 5, and Nicolas, 2. Gianmichael is in kindergarten at Willard Elementary School, Ariana attends Little Blessings PreSchool, and Nico stays home with mom. Bella, our lab, completes our household. We have lived in Berlin for nine years, and have been married for eight years. Gianni owns and runs hair salons (Sculptures Salons). Amanda is home running a busy home, but is excited to be returning to work on Saturdays as a hair stylist next month at the new Sculptures opening in Newington on the Berlin Turnpike. We love to travel (Naples, Florida is one of our favorite spots), and enjoy spending time with friends and family. What is your favorite family outing in Berlin? There are so many fun things to do around town it is hard to choose one. One of our favorite things to do is go to Bella’s Restaurant for pizza as a family. One of Ariana’s preschool teachers Miss Becky works there, so it makes it twice as fun for her!

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resenting Berlin High School at such a high standard. Also, congratulations to Coach Shelia King and her staff for keeping and expecting the highest level of competition in play. Any parent or player should look at Mrs. King’s success as a coach and person as an extreme asset to our athletic program, as well as, our town. Good luck in the future and keep up the great work. Berlin is proud of you, your staff and especially the young adults’ lives that you have touched.

The DiDomenico family (from left clockwise): Nicolas, 2, Amanda, Gianni, Ariana, 5, and Gianmichael, 6. What is your favorite family dinner? It would depend if you ask the kids or adults about their favorite family dinner. The kids’ favorite dinner that Mom makes is tacos...they could eat them every night if they had it their way. They

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Cut spending To the editor: It’s budget time again and in spite of a large increase in the grand list, I was surprised to hear that our taxes will be going up between two and three mills. I wonder why, then I woke up and realized it’s a nonelection year and our taxes are always increased on the off year. One would never get elected if they campaigned for a tax increase. It’s just politics as usual. One reason given for a tax increase is tax collections are down from last

also love pizza, and most of all love going to their Poppy’s restaurant, Mortensen’s in Newington for any meal. Amanda loves to cook dinner for the family and try out new recipes, and she and Gianni enjoy many home cooked meals

year. A few things don’t make sense to me, like how come the town will let a business owner get over a half million dollars behind on his taxes? Someone should have nipped that in the bud a long time ago. Next, we are willing to pay five million dollars for some property with a fair market value of three million dollars and a whole lot of back taxes owned on it. I would have given the three millions that it was worth and said now pay up your tax bill. Next, after 15 years of dealing with air quality problems at McGee Middle School it was decided to spend $7 million and get it fixed right once and for all.

such as sea bass, steaks, and pasta dishes, but most of all love a great meal out at one of their favorite restaurants...Bricco, or J. Gilbert’s. What do you like best about living in Berlin? Probably our favorite thing about living in Berlin is that it is such a wonderful place to raise a family. Gianmichael and Ariana have had great experiences in preschool and kindergarten. We live in a neighborhood with fantastic neighbors. The kids love playing outside, with all the kids around the same ages. They have made such wonderful friendships in town that hopefully will stay with them all through their school years. Tell us about a recent fun adventure you had in Berlin. The most recent fun adventure that that Gianmichael, Ariana, and Nico and mom and dad enjoyed the most was the 1st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony held this past November. Amanda is an officer in a newly created group called “Raising Berlin”. The group was created to “better our town” and offer opportunities to residents and families with activities that make living in Berlin a great place. The most memorable moment was when Santa arrived on the fire truck singing “Here comes Santa Claus.” The look on all the childrens’ faces was priceless.

Then, a couple of weeks ago I read in The Citizen that the town hired a firm to check out the air quality problems. They reported to the town there is nothing wrong with the air quality. Everything is fine. No violations, maybe a couple of minor problems in one classroom. Are we still going to spend the $7 million to fix these problems that don’t exist? At least according to the firm we hired. We also hired some kind of consultant to help us along with this Pistol Creek project. I’m waiting to see if this project will be completed by early spring and within the budget as promised by the building maintenance super-

visor. The results will be interesting on that. I understand a lot of overtime is being used. There are many other ways we can cut back spending, although small, they do add up. For instance, why do we need to use Ford Expeditions for some supervisors to drive around in? They are the biggest gas hogs ever made and on some occasions are being used during non-working hours and weekends. How about a highway department supervisor using a town pickup truck to travel back and forth to work everyday for the past several

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March 11 Thursday

Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in rooms 1–3 at the community center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored and chartered by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany Covenant. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425. Berlin legislative delegation – The Berlin Legislative Delegation has scheduled a community meeting for all Berlin residents on Thursday, March 11 from 6

to 8 p.m. at the Town Hall, Council Chambers. State Senator Donald DeFronzo, Representative Joe Aresimowicz and Catherine Abercrombie are scheduled to attend. Girl Scout cookie booth sales – Girl Scout troops of Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for Thursday, March 11 at TD Bank on Farmington Avenue from 3 to 7 p.m.

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Saturday

Bottle and can drive – The FIRST Robotics Team has scheduled a recyclable bottle and can drive for Saturday, March 13 from 9 a.m. to noon at McGee Middle School, 899 Norton Rd. The team will also accept old cell phones. All proceeds will help defray expenses for the team competitions in Boston Friday and Atlanta, Ga. For large quantity pick up arrangeGirl Scout cookie booth ments, call Mr. Griswold at (860) 828-0323, ext. 203. sales – Girl Scout troops of Girl Scout cookie booth Berlin have scheduled Girl sales – Girl Scout troops of Scout cookie booths for Friday, March 12 at TD Bank on Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for SunFarmington Avenue from 3 day, March 7 at CVS (Farmto 7 p.m. Hope for Haiti – A Hope ington Avenue) from 10 a.m. for Haiti Worship Service is to noon and Stop & Shop from 1 a.m. to 2 p.m. scheduled for Friday, Food drive – Berlin Girls March 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bethany Covenant Church, Scouts have scheduled a food drive for Saturday, March 13 785 Mill St. After the servfrom 1 to 5:30 p.m. at the ice, an informational sesBerlin Bowling Center, 1782 sion is planned on how to Berlin Turnpike. The nonhelp make a difference for perishable food items will be the Haiti earthquake vicdonated to the Berlin Food tims. For more informaPantry. tion, call (860) 828-3637 or Wine Tasting – The Polvisit www.bethanyish Scouts has scheduled a wine tasting fundraiser for Saturday, March 13 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 152 Massirio Drive. Food, live entertainment and nonalcoholic beverages are included. Proceeds will help defray the cost of a trip to Poland for children to learn about their roots. A fee is charged. For more information, call Krystyna at (860) 826-6598.

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14 Heidi Hopper is a beautiful, young Havanna Doe. She is very calm, peaceful, and friendly. She was abandoned on Farmington Avenue in Berlin. Heidi will be at the Open House on Saturday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Berlin Municipal Shelter, 600 Christian Lane. Come visit her and meet all the pets available for adoption or call (860) 828-5287.

Sunday

Animal Shelter open house – Friends of Berlin Animal Control has scheduled an open house for Sunday, March 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Berlin Municipal Shelter, 600 Christian Lane. Meet the friendly, beautiful cats and dogs that are waiting for loving, permanent homes. Please bring

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vet and/or personal references. Food donations will be accepted. For more information, call (860) 828-5287. Author visit – The Bethany Covenant Church has scheduled author Gregory Ganssle for Sunday, March 14 at 4 p.m. Ganssle will speak about faith, reason and knowledge of God. A donation is suggested. A light supper is planned after the discussion. For more information, and tickets, call (860) 953-4648. Girl Scout cookie booth sales – Girl Scout troops of Berlin have scheduled Girl Scout cookie booths for Sunday, March 14 at Stop & Shop from noon to 2 p.m.

Monday

Amber Alert – The Kensington/Berlin Sunrise Rotary Club has scheduled an Amber Alert ID session for Monday, March 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Willard Elementary School. Parents have the opportunity to have their children photographed and their description entered into the secure State Police database. The first card is free; a fee is charged for additional cards. For more information at Kate Fuechsel at (860) 829-1033 or Randy Lewis at (860) 680-2972. BHS Boosters – The Berlin High School Booster’s Club is scheduled to meet Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m. in the high school video amphitheatre. All parents are welcome.

Tuesday

Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-youcan-eat pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarships, the fishing derby, the baseball team and more. For more information and cost, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Gradua-

tion Party is scheduled to work on decorations Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information call (860) 828-7425. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse. For more information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832.

Thursday

Berlin Garden Club – The Berlin Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 18 at noon at the Community Center. The program includes preparations for the Garden Club Tag Sale. Members should bring a sandwich, dessert and coffee will be provided.

Saturday

Spring Fling Fundraiser Dance – The East Berlin Ladies Auxiliary, 80 Main Street, East Berlin, has scheduled its annual Spring Fling Fundraiser Dance for Saturday, March 20 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Scheduled to appear live is “The JD Band”. BYOB and snacks, over 21. For more information and cost, call Kathy Wnuk (860) 828-8850 or Joanne Chicker (860) 8280760. Tickets are on sale now and at the door. Proceeds to benefit the East Berlin Fire department, Social Services department, Berlin High School scholarship fund, local food banks, Berlin families in need, and more.

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years, a round trip of 20 miles per day to Southington and back. I have no objection to hiring an out-of-towner as a supervisor. He probably is more qualified than anyone we could find locally, but must we supply him with a truck to take home his paycheck? I heard a few lame excuses why this is done, none of which made any sense. Also, thank you to the school teachers who sacrificed and had their pay frozen to help out with the budget. Too bad the highest paid administrators didn’t follow suit and try to get by on their six figure salaries. It’s almost like taking away from the poor and giving more to the rich. In closing, I hope I didn’t upset Councilwoman Rachel Rochette for writing this letter. I know she doesn’t think it’s a good idea. Well, like it or not, I did it my way. Frank Masselle Kensington

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Weaver survives Conway, Berlin By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Their seeds indicated an even matchup. And the game lived up to its promise. 18th seed Berlin and 15th seed Weaver took each other’s best blows Monday night in the first round of the CIAC Class L boys basketball state tournament. In the end, Weaver was left standing. The host team withstood a 21-point effort from Rich Conway, and erased a sixpoint fourth-quarter deficit, to top Berlin 57-54 in Hartford. The Redcoats got two decent looks from behind the arc in the waning seconds, but misfired. “This is going to sting for a long time, because we felt that we should have won the game,” BHS first-year coach Mike Veneziano said. “We thought we could beat them. We thought we had a good chance to beat them. We didn’t come in here thinking we were the underdog. We expected to win

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Berlin High School’s Rich Conway takes the ball to the hoop against Weaver Monday night in Hartford. Conway scored 21 points, but it wasn’t enough, as the Redcoats fell to Weaver 57-54 in the first round of the CIAC Class L state tournament. when we got off the bus. It’s extremely disappointing.” Veneziano lamented that

his troops made too many mistakes at the Doc Hurley Fieldhouse, both physical

and mental. “Your game has to pick up in the state tournament, and ours did not

pick up in the state tournament today,” he said. “Disappointing loss.” However, Veneziano saw at least one positive against Weaver — the play of Conway. The junior point guard connected on five 3-pointers, and aptly orchestrated Berlin’s offense in the face of a stingy defense. “Richie’s great. Richie was great all game. Richie was great all season,” Veneziano said. “I think the reason that Richie performs the way he does is, in practice, he is the hardest worker on the team. And it shows on the floor. You can’t go halfspeed in practice and expect to always be able to pick it up in a game. Richie is the hardest worker on the team, by far, and it shows day in and day out.” Conway scored eight firstquarter points, including a pair of treys, as the Redcoats (12-10) opened a six-point lead in the opening frame, which ended with the locals on top 14-10.

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Girls hoop team vying for spot in Final Four By Mark Pukalo Special to The Citizen

A dramatic script is being played out by the Berlin girls basketball team in the postseason. The goal of four experienced seniors and an improving group of underclassmen is to write three more exciting chapters to the story. Berlin (21-2), the fourth seed, hurdled its second obstacle in the CIAC Class L tournament March 4 with a 79-51 victory over Fermi to set up a quarterfinal date with Pomperaug tonight, March 11 at Maloney High in Meriden at 7:45 p.m. “They just don’t want their season to end,” Berlin coach Sheila King said. “The four seniors are focused and they have all been a tremendous help to the young kids. This is a very special group of girls.” Senior guard Alexys Vazquez continued her amazing story against Fermi with five 3-pointers for 15

points and some solid defense. Vazquez suffered a broken foot Jan. 22 against Middletown and was expected to be out six to eight weeks, making a return for the state tournament a long shot. Instead, Vazquez was out of the protective boot in less than four weeks and has been an integral part of both Class L wins so far. King said they were cautious with Vazquez, but there was no stopping her. “She did everything she needed to do,” King said. “She was not going to let the team down. We were worried, but I think she knew all along that she would be back. “We got the ok to start her against Fermi and for her to hit five threes is phenomenal. She’s an incredible athlete and a real warrior.” Berlin jumped on Fermi early, as Vazquez hit three 3-pointers in the first quarter. An 8-0 run in the second pushed the Redcoats’ lead to 17

and they would not be challenged from there. Fermi was without two injured starters and Berlin was poised to take advantage, causing numerous turnovers. “Our game plan was to apply as much pressure as possible,” King said. “We wanted them to play 94 feet.” Berlin’s leading scorer Katelyn Zarotney, a senior, was a major force again, producing 21 points “She’s been very consistent all year,” King said. King also praised the play of seniors Kim Rasmussen, who had eight assists against Fermi at point guard, and Kaitlyn Bovee, who scored 16 points and led the way with eight rebounds. When Vazquez went down with the injury it allowed young players to get more time. Sophomore Chelsea Vujs has been a defensive whiz, junior Alyssa Barrett is a major threat

from the 3-point line and junior Monique St. Jarre has given the Redcoats another strong rebounder. “The young kids have really stepped in and helped,” King said. The Redcoats will have to be at their best now if they are going to create an exciting ending to their quest. Fifth-seed Pomperaug (22-1), the Southwest Conference champ, has scored more than 70 points in a game 10 times and have not lost since Dec. 18. “We’re going to have to play some tremendous defense,” King said. “We also have to rebound well, because they are very big up front. We have to make sure they are one and done.” One thing is for sure — get there early. There should be a huge crowd, with unbeaten Northwest Catholic of West Hartford battling Hillhouse of New Haven at 6 p.m. in the first game of the doubleheader at Maloney.

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This time, Middletown gets best of Berlin

BHS swim team second at CCC meet By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen

Berlin High’s swim team set many personal bests, broke school and meet records, but it wasn’t enough as Middletown swept past the Redcoats to win the Central Connecticut Conference South Division Invitational Meet Saturday afternoon at Plainville High School. Middletown thus exacted a bit of revenge for its loss to Berlin in a dual meet that decided the CCC-South season crown on Feb. 24. The final score at the CCC meet had Middletown with 554 points, Berlin had 495, the Bristol Central/Eastern/St. Paul’s Cooperative 425, Plainville 406, Bulkeley 381 and the Meriden Maloney/Platt coop 368. “My team swam very, very well,” said Berlin coach

Survives Continued from page 17

Conway’s third 3-pointer of the night put Berlin ahead 1712 early in the second period. A 3 by Brian Malloy (9 points), seconds later, gave the Redcoats an eight-point cushion. But Weaver (14-8) had a lot of fight left in it, and tore off a 9-0 run to take its first lead since the opening moments of the game.

Eileen Thurston. “We set a school record in the medley relay, Dan Klotz set a school record in the 50 yard freestyle and 100 freestyle, Kevin Kozikowski set a new league record and school record in the 100 butterfly and Kevin La set a school record in the 100 breaststroke (third place).” Andrew Thurston’s time of 4:51.31 in the 500 yard freestyle was also a new league record and was more than a second better than his previous best. He finished more than 22 seconds ahead of Sal Marino of Middletown. And what is a concern to his coach/mom? “Andrew hasn’t been challenged all year in the 500,” said Thurston. “He motivates himself, but it’s unfortunate that the first time he’ll be challenged is in the state meet.” Thurston also said that Klotz’ time of 49.3 in the 100

yard freestyle (third place) was “awesome.” She also commiserated with her top diver, Josh Zaniewski, who was sixth in the diving competition held last Thursday at Bulkeley High in Hartford. “Josh hurt his back during practice earlier in the week,” she said. “We’re trying to get him ready for states.” Berlin won five of the 12 events, but Middletown’s depth piled up points to overwhelm the first place finishes of the Redcoats’ top end swimmers. Berlin’s first place finishers were, in addition to Thurston in the 500 free, the 200 yard medley relay team of Vinny Fischer, Kevin La, Kozikowski and Klotz (1:45.31), Thurston in the 200 yard individual medley (2:05.26; his personal best), Klotz in the 50 yard freestyle (22.61) and Kozikowski in the 100 yard butterfly (54.00). Berlin led early in the meet, but Middletown took a

Now it was Berlin’s turn to respond. Mike Rector (8 points, 4 assists) scored five points, Conway netted four, and Max DeLorenzo (11 points) knocked down a 3-pointer as the Redcoats surged ahead by seven late in the half. The visitors carried a 35-29 lead into the break. Weaver pulled to within one, 35-34, with 3:10 remaining in the third, but Berlin kept its cool. DeLorenzo

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Other key performers for Berlin at the CCC meet were: Ryan Newport in the 100 freestyle (11th) and 100 backstroke (ninth), Vinny Fischer in the 200 individual medley (fourth) and 100 backstroke (third), Stephen Switzer in the 500 freestyle (10th) and 100 breaststroke (fourth), Ted Benoit in the 100 breaststroke (seventh), divers Josh Paradis (fifth) and Jakub Cwieka (12th), Chris Cefaratti in the 200 individual medley (12th), Brian Quinn in the 50 freestyle (fourth) and the 100 freestyle (seventh), Kyle Nelson in the 50 freestyle (11th) and the 100 butterfly (sixth), Taylor Bosse in the 100 breaststroke (ninth) and Kevin La in the 200 freestyle (10th).

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Youth

Lacrosse continues to gain steam in town Local boys and girls were anxious to register for the 2010 Berlin Lacrosse Club season, which begins this month. Over the past nine years, the Berlin Lacrosse Club has increased from just a handful of boys, to full teams in the categories of junior youth boys, senior youth boys, youth girls, and high school teams. It was a struggle to get lacrosse added as a varsity sport at Berlin High School. But last year, the BHS girls lacrosse team took the field. The Berlin Lacrosse community hopes to have a boys team in place at the high school next year. In the meantime, boys lacrosse has received official club status at BHS. Scott Rossi, a teacher at McGee Middle School, oversees the lacrosse program in town. “Over the past 10 seasons

I have worn many hats when it comes to lacrosse in the town of Berlin. I have gone from coaching a small group of enthusiastic elementary and middle school players to directing a youth program with over 100 participants, in addition to coaching the varsity women’s program and men’s club team,” Rossi said. “I can honestly say that I have been blown away by how quickly the sport has grown in Berlin. In large part, this is due to the dedication of parents and players who have continued to support the sport of lacrosse. For years, the parents and players have been traveling all over Connecticut in an effort to compete with the best teams in the state. I have been, and continue to be, especially proud of the boys playing at the high school level; they have shown their parents,

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coaches, and friends how badly they want to compete at the junior varsity and varsity levels. Many of the boys on the high school team have been playing for five or six years. In my opinion, they are ready to take that next step. They deserve it.” There have been many milestones for Berlin Lacrosse over the past decade. Berlin players have been invited to participate in jamborees throughout the state, and hosted a pair of day-long jamborees at Sage Park. In 2008 and 2009, the Red senior youth boys team advanced to the state semi-finals. Also, in 2009, the BHS boys club team ran up a record of 6-4, which included victories over varsity and junior varsity teams. — Michele Fischer-Paul, Scott Rossi

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McGee Middle School announced the honor roll for the second quarter marking period. In order to allow sixth-grade students to have a successful transition to the middle school program, there is no sixth grade honor roll. Superior Academic Achievement Award Grade 7 - Kevin Boninsegna, Sarah Bosco, Suleyman Bozal, Rebecca Carriere, Matthew Cohen, Ashley D’Attillio, Kyra Daigle, Sara Davis, Katherine Frederick, Travis Frisk, Erin Goodwin, Kaitlyn Guild, Sarah Hoag, Alexander Humen, Matthew Kaczynski, Julia Kemmling, Katherine Kolc, Megan Leary, Megan Leavenworth, Emily Lombardo, Victoria Marino, Ashley Markow, Olivia Martino, Jessica McElravy, Evan Michalek, Sarah Mogielnicki, Christopher Morelli, Courtney Nelson, Tiffany Nguyen, Michael Nowik, Nidhi Patel, Michelle Reinert, Bryan Rozanski, Alexandra Schulz, Arian Silas, Anthony Sisti, Lauren Trzasko, Abigail Underwood, Katherine Wicander. Grade 8 - Kayleigh Barber, Lauren Baretta, Alex Bednarek, Gabriella Bierwirth, Jason Corriveau, Matthew Crenella, Jenna DelVecchio, James Dwyer, Emily Ference, Nicole Grieco, Matthew Heimlich, Nefeli Makris, Karol Nawalaniec, Hallie Nygren, Jenna Paradis, Amanda Patterson, Victoria Pryputniewicz, Tess Repaci, Emily Rose, Monica Sirera, Allison Sirois, Natalie Souza, Elaine Tsun, Mitchell Williams. Outstanding Academic Achievement Award Grade 7 - Max Adams, Garbiel Aleksiewicz, Jessenia Alves, Alexis Armon, Kerry Ashe, Danielle Asklar, Emma Atkinson, Olivia Bednarek, Jacob Bernard, Andrew Bernucca, Jordan Berry, Samantha Bilinsky, David Bordonaro, Alexa Bosse, Rachel Buck, Austin Bumbera, Rhianna Burns, Melissa Calderone, Nicholas Carlone, Megan Carroll, Patrick Carroll, Elise Catan, Kayla Cervoni, Holly Chirico, Benjamin Cichowski, Laura

McGee Middle School honor roll

Derek Jutras Broker/Owner

Since 1963

BERLIN

Super Ranch....Looking for easy maint. & convenience? You’ve found it. 3 generous bdrms., 2 full updated bths. Big eat-in kitchen, LR with frplce. Beautiful 900 sq.ft. fin. base. 14x14 deck off kitch.. Cute-prvte. yd,.Newer roof & mechs. 2 car garage. $229.900. View with Derek Jutras 860 883-7091.

E IC D PR UCE D RE

BERLIN Move right in and enjoy. Fully applianced 6 rm. Ranch. Hardwood flrs., heated sunroom, 12x10 deck, garage. Newer roof & siding. Gas Wair furnace and hot water heater. Builtin wall A/C. Easy care yard....$ 179,000. View with Derek Jutras 860-883-7091.

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PLAINVILLE

BERLIN

Big eat-in kitchen, FP living room, wood floors, 4 good size bdrms., plus 2 full baths! Exterior updated, newer roof, siding and windows. Nice level, fenced yard tool. $189,900 . . .View with Betsy Cooney 860 966-4296.

WOW... Just a putt away from Timberlin Golf Course. 4 bdrm. Colonial. Hrdwd. flrs., LR with frpl. 2 car garage located on culde-sac $314,900. View with Barbara Warchol 860 550-5026.

MIDDLETOWN

BRISTOL

First time homebuyers dream!! Cute, clean, bright, and open! 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA, new kitchen w/Corian, HW throughout, new chimney, pellet stove, CA, great yard!! REDUCED!! $207,900.

3 BR, 2 BA Raised Ranch Style home with fenced-in yard. 12x12 sunroom, 11x17 deck, new carpeting in living room w/Fireplace. Must see for Only $214,900.

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RED

WETHERSFIELD

BERLIN

Quaint Turdor/Colonial/ w French Country Flare, Formal DR/w Built-Ins, LR /w Fireplace and built-in window seat, Great Architectual archways and trim, HW floors, L shaped kitchen/w a very sunny breakfast nook, sunroom. Fresh Paint thru out move in now! $257,900 A must see

A must see home in exclusive Crystal Falls Subdivision, 4 BR with open foyer, fireplaced great room open to kitchen, walkout basement, 2nd flr. laundry, so much to offer, too much to list. Must See! SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR BERLIN/KENSINGTON HOMES. $529,900.

Hubbard has talent

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 11, 2010

The Buzz Around Berlin Brownies tour departments Caitlee McNamara and Julia Swiatek of Hubbard Elementary School recently received the CT Association of Schools Outstanding Arts Award. Caitlee received her award for performing arts; Julia received hers for visual arts.

Brownies visit sugarhouse Brownie Scout Troop 66442 visited the Durham Sugarhouse where they learned how maple syrup is made, collected sap from the trees and sampled some of the finished product. Troop members pictured are Olivia Cyr, Olivia Smith, Anna Sarrazin, Maria Butrimas, Samantha Getsie, Marie Riley, Alex Kumm, Abbey Rochette, Maddie Holt and Jenna Smalley.

Brownie Troop 66286 of St. Paul School recently toured the Berlin Police Department and the Kensington Fire House. The girls enjoyed learning about the departments and meeting the personnel at both stations.

Top sellers

‘Thank you’ cookies Sue Flynn, an employee of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, receives cookies from McKenzie and Olivia Cyr on behalf of Brownie Scout Troops 66232 and 66442. The troops made and delivered Valentine cookies to the library, the Berlin Police Department, Kensington Congregational Church and South Kensington Fire Department as part of a town-wide Girl Scouts tradition to thank organizations who contribute to Berlin Girl Scouting.

Joey Kulinski and Logan Galvan, top sellers in this year’s Pack 5 popcorn fundraiser, earned the opportunity to pie the Cub Master. Pictured are Joey Kulinski, Mike Neault and Logan Galvan.

Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen

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J O B S ■ TA G S A L E S ■ C A R S ■ H O M E S ■ P E T S ■ R E N TA L S ■ I T E M S F O R S A L E ■ S E R V I C E D I R E C T O R Y AUTOMOBILES

FINANCE Buy Here Pay Here Financing! Down pymts as low as $588 plus tax & reg, low weekly pymts, no finance charge, or credit check cars under $3000. Call 203-5305905, Cheap Auto Rental LLC. HONDA Accord 2007 Under warranty from Honda. 35 mpg. Grey. $12,900. (203) 668-9572 ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111

SAAB 900S Convertible 1992 Classic. Exc. $2500 DODGE Neon 2004 AT, Air, clean $3450 TOYOTA Camry ‘99 Runs great $3950. (203) 213-1142 TO BE SOLD AT DEALER AUCTION on MARCH 18, 2010 1999 HONDA 1HGCG3279XA017714 2003 SAAB YS3FB49SX31014964 Statewide Auto Auction 1756 No. Broad St, Meriden, CT DEALERS ONLY

TOYOTA Camry 1996 Exc. 122K $3450 VOLVO S80 2003 SR, $7450 KIA Rio 2005 AT, 76K, $3950. (203) 213-1142

SUV’S

HONDA PASSPORT 1998Clean & Loaded! 160K. $5000.

Call (860) 274-1569

PETS & LIVESTOCK BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Yorkies, Cane Corso, French Bulldogs, Shih-tzu, Poodle mixes. $350+ 860-930-4001 HORSE BOARD Wallingford. Full care $450. Daily individual turn-out. Geldings only. Draft horses welcome. Looking to work off board? 203-294-9313 KING Charles Cavalier Spaniels 3 months old, ACA, 2 males, $950 each. Raised with children. 203-631-9386 OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG Puppies. AKC. Excellent dispositions. Ready March 21. Taking deposits. $700. Vet certified. 1st shots & wormed. 603-835-8555 STUD BOXER - 3 yrs old. 90 pounds. I have a great fawn boxer I would like to find a female dog, same kind, to breed with. I would like a puppy from the litter. Please contact 203-710-7912

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES MAYTAG Portable Dishwasher. Like new condition. $50. Call (203) 235-1018 MOVING: 7 Piece Bedroom Set Full bed. Dark Wood.-$150. 2 Glass End Tables & Sofa Table $50. 4 Pc Oak Entertainment Center- $150. (860) 621-3301 NEVER USED Loveseat & Queen Anne Chair. Both have fabric protectant. Loveseat is blue & cream floral print. Chair is solid light blue. $350 for both. 203-237-0205 REFRIGERATORGood working condition. $100. Air Hockey table. $50. Call (203) 265-3137

SMALL freezer $50. Excellent condition. Couch & Chair. Excellent condition. $60. Call (203) 379-6035 WASHER & DRYER - Barely used. Whirlpool. $500 for set. Microwave, $30. Call (203) 379-8197

AUTOMOBILES WANTED

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves Junk cars, trucks, motorcycles. Free Pickup. Free Removal. Running or not.

203-631-0800 or 203-630-2510

CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986 WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT

CAMPER & TRAILERS

SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $200/cord; $125/half cord. 203-294-1775.

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

2004 Dutchmen Sport bunk house 38'. "A must see", Excellent condition, fully equipped, 2 bedroom model, sleeps 8, with a large slide out. Many extras $11,500 (860) 747-8964

1 LANDICE Commerical Pro Treadmill, Good Condition, $1500; 1 Multi-Purpose Weight Bench $125.00; 1 Tuff Stuff Bicep-Tricep Bench $250; 1 Tuff Stuff Seated Leg Ext/Leg Curl Bench $250.00; 1 Migun Thermassage Bed. Gently Used $1800.00; 10 pieces of Fittech Hydraulic, Good Condition, $3000; 2 Gymnastic Mats $75.00. Call 860-280-6908.

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

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

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

BOYONETTES Swords, Helmets, Daggers, Fighting Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.

203-238-3308 WANTED TO BUY

HOUSES FOR RENT

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden- 5BR, 2 bath house Completely renovated. $1425/mo + sec. & utils. 137 Willow St. Avail immed. (203) 938-3789 MERIDEN-5Rm Ranch 3BR, Stove, Refrg, D/W-WD ConnFenced yard. Pets considered. $1250/Mo. Refs req’d. Call (203) 605-6964 MERIDEN: 4BR. Spacious LR & DR. 1 1/2BA, lg. backyard, $1500 203-996-9810 + security. 2BR APT, 1st flr, hdwd flrs, eat-in kitchen. $800. 203-996-9810 SOUTHINGTON. Spacious 3 BR in quiet, private area. Pets allowed. $1100. (860) 628-8224

CONDOMINIUMS

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

203-238-3499 $ ALWAYS BUYING! $ 1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30. 203-284-3786 or 203-379-8731

$$$ CA$H $$$ ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or an Estate. Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025

APARTMENTS FOR RENT BERLIN-3.5 extra extra lg rms. Heat & HW incl. All appls, W/D, lg yd, park. $875. 860-828-8114 MERIDEN - Eastside 2BR apt. incl. water. No utilities, no pets. 1 1/2 mo. security. Immediate occupancy. $800. 203623-5684

MERIDEN 1 & 2 BR Apartments 657 East Main Street Call 203-630-9481 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1 st Fl. Liberty St. Recently renovated. Stove & refrig. WD hookup. Off st parking. Yard. Bsmnt storage. Sec 8 approved. $900. 203- 506-6398 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1st fl. Country setting. Large yard. Enclosed porch. Stove & Refrigerator. WD hookup. parking. $840/mo Avail 4/1. (203) 440-3868

FOR RENT

MERIDEN-Crown Village, 1BR, 1st flr, heat & HW incld. Pool & laundry rm. Parking for 2 cars. $735/mo. Very good cond. Sec & refs. No pets. 203-631-1534 MERIDEN. Crown Vlg, 1 BR, heat & hw incl, storage, 2 assigned parking, new carpeting, pool, laundry facilities. $750/mo. (860) 664-9608

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

MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.

1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 3BR, 2nd flr apt. New floors & freshly painted. $850/ mo incl. new refrig., new stove, parking & washer/dryer hookup. No pets, utilities or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit check & refs. required. Security & 1st mo. rent. (203) 608-8348 MERIDEN Huge 5 BR Apartment Freshly painted. Ready to rent! Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets. 203-650-0479 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

Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477 MERIDEN- 1023 Old Colony Rd.

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles. 1 item to 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 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 TOP CASH for all Gramma’s Costume Jewelry Stash. Honest & Fair Buyer Please Call Juls for Jewels at 860-965-2316.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome

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

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - 4 BR, 2 bath, recently renovated. $1275 + sec & utilities. Avail. March 15! 203-938-3789

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - Studio & 1BR apts From $650 + sec. Heat & HW incl. Avail. immed! 203-938-3789 MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. 1st fl studio, $190/wk+sec. 1BR, 1st fl, $210/wk+sec. 203-630-3823, 128pm www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN (2) 1BR’s & (1) 2BR Recently remodeled! New paint! Section 8 approved. No pets. 1 mos sec & 1st mos rent. More info call Rob 203-535-3925 MERIDEN - 1 1/2 room apartment for rent. H/H included. Off street parking. Security. Storage. $600 monthly. Call Scott at (203)302-8760. MERIDEN - 1BR Terrific Modern E. side, secure bldg in small complex. Lg. kit, stove, fridge, DW. Deck, off st. park. $695 incl. HW. 203-284-1822 x210 MERIDEN - 3 & 4BR Section 8 approved apts, 2nd flr. 1 mo. sec. + 1 mo. rent. Furnished Rooms also available. Refs, no pets. (203) 464-6273

2 BR - $800 & UP Heat & HW, Off st. parking. Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016 MERIDEN- 2BR Apt, Crown St. $750. No utilities incl and requires. 1 mo. sec. 203-5377060

MERIDEN- 3BR apt, $950 + sec. & utils. Recently renovated. Avail. March 15. 221 Cook Ave L & E Property Management 203-938-3789 MERIDEN- 3BR TOWNHOUSE 11/2 Bath, Full Basement, Garage. WD Hookup. Cul-de-sac. $975. 2 mos sec. Credit check req’d. No pets. (203) 284-0597 MERIDEN- 4 1/2Rms. $700/mo + sec. Utils not incld. Springdale Ave. Call mornings til noon, 5pm-until 203-237-6194 MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 1BR, appliances, parking, good location, no pets, 25 Griswold St. $795 + deposit and credit. 203238-1890 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, computer rm, 1st flr, east side. off-st-parking, alarm sys. $850 /mo. Section 8 approved. 203-238-1893 or 203-634-3260.

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(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Nice 1BR, 630 Broad St. $725/mo. Call 203-213-6175 or 203-815-6512 MERIDEN. 1 BR., 1st floor of 2 family. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer hookup, parking, porch, Sec. system. Clean & quiet. $675 + util, Sec. & Refs. Call 203-238-2889 MERIDEN. Studio apt, $595 including heat & electric. On bus line. No pets. Call (203) 982-3042 MERIDEN: Two 1 BR & One 2BR Recently remodeled! New paint! Section 8 approved. No pets. 1 month security & First month rent. For more info, Call Rob - 203-535-3925 SOUTHINGTON 1BR, 1st flr. $600/mo. 2mo sec. 5Rms, 1st flr, near Plantsville school. $950/mo. 2 mo sec. 3BR, 2nd flr, $900/mo. 2mo sec. Call 860-538-5575 SOUTHINGTON EFFICIENCY First Floor. Near The Hospital of Central Ct. Utilities not included. References & security deposit required. 860-621-2693 WALLINGFORD - 1 bedroom, hot water included, $695-$795, 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160. WALLINGFORD - YMCA area. 2nd flr. 5 rms. 2BRs, including heat, appliances & garage. $1250/mo. sec. & refs. Call (203) 269-2575 WALLINGFORD 1 bedroom Apt. Judd Square. Central Air. No Pets. $725/mo. Call 203-949-1904

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 4 Rooms, 2nd floor. No pets. With appliances. No WD hookup. $800 /month Plus $1000 security deposit. Call 203-269-3471 WALLINGFORD Choate area Beautiful Victorian Home 1 BR Apartment. Off st. parking. No smoking, no pets. $725 + security. 203-265-3092

WALLINGFORD LG 3 BR, 1ST Fl. Washer hookup. No smoking/pets $1100/mo + security. Call 203-284-3750 WALLINGFORD. Avail North Main Street Victorian. 3 RMs, 1 BR. 3rd Fl. No smoking, no pets. $750 plus utilities. 2 mos sec. Call 203-269-5973. WLFD - 2BR, 4 rms, 1st flr. Garage, yard, wd hookups. MYB school district. $825/mo. 203-284-5843 WLFD 2BR, 2nd FL. $925. Remodeled. Parking. Laundry. Dep. Ref. Credit Check. No Smoking/Pets. 203-992-7133 WLFD- 2BR, central location, laundry, no pets. Credit check. $800 + 2 mos. sec. 203-235-1381 WLFD- 5rms, 2 BR, 1st flr, near library. Off st. parking. W/D hookup. No smoking or pets. Sec. dep & refs. req’d. $950/mo + utils. 203-269-1426

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

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 11, 2010 ROOMMATES SOUTH MERIDEN. Finished attic, 2 rms, 2 closets, Shared kit/ bath. $560/mo, utils inc. 860-335-8411

ROOMS FOR RENT

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED

DUMPSTERS Roll-Off Dumpsters 15 yard roll-off - $350 20 yard roll-off - $450 Empire Construction, LLC 203-537-0360 www.EmpireLLC.biz

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

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

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

Fully insured & licensed Free estimates CT Reg. #573871

ZK Construction ROOFING SPECIALISTS & SNOWPLOWING QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & AFFORDABILITY ● New Roofs ● Restoration Work ● All Types of Repairs ● Emergency Repairs

Ziggy Kacperski Berlin, CT 06037 Tel. 860-829-8212

203-237-2122 HEATING & COOLING

HOUSE CLEANING

FENCING

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 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 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

POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885

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

GUTTERS

AMERICAN HEATING SERVICE 24 Hour emergency service. Complete heating & AC Installation & Service. Lic & insured. Great Rates. (203) 756-5040

Free Consultation Keep home, auto, 401k, etc. STOP FORECLOSURES IRS & “Repos” Atty F.W. Lewis 439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829 “Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief under the bankruptcy code

CARPENTRY REPAIRS Decks & Additions, Entry Doors, Complete Home Improvement by Carpenter. Free est. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

DOW GUTTERS Seamless gutters/leaders. GUTTER cleaning.. Free est. #612964 Steve 860 426-0045

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 10% off if you mention this ad

HANDYPERSONS

A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325 ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR Roofs, decks, windows, doors siding, flrs, sheetrock. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837 203-592-1148

Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co. HEATING & COOLING

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING Quality Work - Reasonable Rates Complete home services. Electric, plumbing, kitchens, baths, etc. (203) 376-7532 CT Reg# 616307. J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880

O’CONNOR ROOFING 203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521 CENTRAL CT HOME IMPROVEMENTS Decks, multi-family/rental property rehabs & all types of home improvements. 30 yrs exp. Lic & ins. #0673083. Call 203-213-0033

HOUSE CLEANING

DECKS CENTRAL CT HOME IMPROVEMENTS Decks, multi-family/rental property rehabs & all types of home improvements. 30 yrs exp. Lic & ins. #0673083. Call 203-213-0033

2 POLISH SISTERS Will clean your house. Professional, friendly. Exc. refs. Aneta’s Cleaning 860-839-5339

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ATTORNEYS

Bankruptcy

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

L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789 PAINT PRO’S Interior/exterior painting. Powerwashing. Free estimates. (203) 537-7060

LAWN & GARDEN ALLEGRO Professor Services, LLC. Lawn care, cutting, trimming, seasonal cleanups, etc. Affordable, insured, reliable. 203-687-1347

MASONRY JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572 JIMMY’S MASONRY Stonewalls, steps, patios, chimneys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 26 yrs exp. Call for free est. 860-2744893 CT. Reg. #604498

MOVING & STORAGE CLEANING SERVICE One Time Free Cleaning for new clients only. I’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611

NO MOVE to BIG or SMALL. Senior Discounts. Affordable Rates. Professional Dependable Exp’d Srv. 860-833-0381

203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521

Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co SERVICES OFFERED

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

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

NORTH HAVEN CARABETTA’S GRADER SERVICE Sweeping Division For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs. 203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

SIDING

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

203-639-0032 CARABETTA’S GRADER SERVICE Sweeping Division For All Your Commercial Sweeping Needs. 203-214-6247 or 860-306-9970

PLUMBING

800-1200 Sq Ft. High visibility. Close to highways. (203) 843-5767

Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319

FIDERIO & SONS

RETAIL Store/Office for rent. 2800 SF right on West Main St., Meriden. $1595/mo. incl. heat & hot water. Avail. Immediately. Home Sweet Homes 203-938-3789

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS WALLINGFORD-1,200 sqft bay avail in fenced in property. 20ft ceilings, 14x14 drs, bathrm, electric, heat & water. Great price! Call 203-272-4216

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

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

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

O’CONNOR ROOFING

PAVING

AFFORDABLE house or office cleaning. Free est. 15yrs exp. Refs avail. Call 203-815-0896

JUNK REMOVAL

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

POPCORN CEILINGS Repair, Remove, New. HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

JENNY’S CLEANING SERVICE 30 years exp. Reasonable rates. Home or office. Refs available. 203-910-6319

GARAGE DOORS SALES, service & Installation. Doors and openers. Insured. CT Reg#517765. 860-348-9000

PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Over 25 Years Experience HIC.0569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

ROOFING

MERIDEN $100 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils & cable TV incld. Washer & dryer on site. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 203-379-5125 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec or call 203-630-3823 128pm, www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN Large clean room. Utils incl. No pets. No smoking. Off st parking. Pvt entrance. $135/week. 2 weeks deposit. Avail now. 203-634-1105 MERIDEN Rooms starting @ $130 per week. Clean & safe. Lg. nicely furnished. Shared kitchen & baths, utils. incl. washer & dryer. Off st. park. 203-537-1772

SNOW PLOWING

203-294-9889 ROOFING

Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★

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

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

www.ICEFIGHTERS.org Expert De-Icers Commerical Specialists. Nicholas J Murano LLC, Member: Snow and Ice Management Assn

WLFD $149,900 Large 2 family w/store front. Possible 3 family house R6 zone. Separate utilities, corner lot with some yard. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618

L & E PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Snow Plowing Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789

TREE SERVICES

Empire Construction, LLC Your Professional Roofer New Roofs, Reroofs, Tearoffs We fix leaks too! 203-269-3559 CT Reg#565514 www.EmpireLLC.biz

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

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

GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430 PROF. ARBORIST #S3365 75ft bucket truck. Precise Tree CT Reg #562159. 203-272-4216 YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159

WALLINGFORD $219,900 2BR Bungalow w/2 car garage. House needs extensive work. Beautiful 1.28 acre level property used to be Xmas tree farm. Tranquil setting yet minutes to I91. Linda 203-265-5618

Thursday, March 11, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

RN Supervisor 32 hrs, 3 pm-11pm Free Float - No Weekends - Full Benefits

RN, (Free Float) Supervisor and Staff Development

MEDICAL CAREERS

40 hrs, 7 am-3 pm (Monday - Friday)

Per Diem C.N.A.'s BERLIN/KENSINGTON 3.74 acres with this 1759 home. Over 4200 sq ft, 4/5 beds, master suite, 7 fp. A rare offering with home business capability! $449,900 Dawn Satagaj William Raveis Real Estate 860.301.5820 www.housesbydawn.net

SOUTHINGTON BY OWNER IN JENSEN 55+ COMMUNITY. CUSTOM 1656 SF 2 YR NEW RANCH IN MOVE-IN CONDITION WITH 3BRS, 2 FULL BATHS, SPACIOUS LR, DR, KITCHEN, C-AIR, DECK, DOUBLE CARPORT AND STORAGE. ON-SITE POOL & CLUBHOUSE. AVAIL. IMMED. 860-479-9097

Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, is seeking compassionate, energetic candidates, to join our professional team. MMCI offers very competitive wages & benefits (to those eligible), incl. pension plan & non-contributory health & dental for employee, life, & disability insurances. Drug testing & criminal background check req’d. Applicants must be CT lic’d. If you are willing to go the extra mile for your patients & are truly interested in person-centered care, please apply to:

Personnel Manager Miller Memorial Community, Inc. MERIDEN Immaculate and only 5yrs old 9rm 3BR 2BTH Col w/updtd fls, 1c gar, CAIR, fenced yard, lower level fin w/3rms, tastefully decorated, sliders in kit to deck. $289,900. Kathy 203235-3300

WALLINGFORD Immaculate 3BR Split w/LR & FP, form DR, galley kit w/breakfast bar, lower lev FR w/wet bar, 2full baths, lg deck to 27’ above grnd pool & CAIR! $305,000. Kathy 203-265-5618

MERIDEN $349,900 Price reduced. Huge ranch located on Meriden’s East Side. 3 bdrms, 3 full baths, granite, hdwd flrs., finished bsmt w/second kitchen, 2 car garage, and is located at the end of a cul-de-sac on 1.15 acres. Galleria Real Estate 203-671-2223.

360 Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 Fax 203.630.3714 or email: hfparisi@emmci.org EOE MERIDEN True pride in craftsmanship! This home offers a 2story foyer, granite tile bathroom, 2nd floor laundry, 9ft ceilings & walk-out basement, ideal for in-law or home theater. $319,900 Call Vicki 203-235-3300

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD Desirable first level 1 bedroom corner unit. 1.5 baths with add’l bedroom. 1586 liveable sq. ft. Upgraded SS appls, lg master BR, amp closets. Pvt wooded back yard. $195,900. Al 203-265-5618

WALLINGFORD - Affordable home for sale. Detached two story condominium, 1250 Square feet, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and 1 car garage, available to those persons whose income is greater than $48,001.00, but less than or equal to $64,000.00. The sales price of unit #74, 33 Sycamore Way, Wallingford, CT. is $260,714.00. For additional information contact: Jen Short at 203-671-9860.

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Immediate opening for an aggressive individual with strong communication skills to take charge of our credit and collections area. AR experience a must. Fax resume to 203-234-1907 www.yaleiti.com ASSEMBLER Of P.C Boards, soldering & mechanical experience required. Call Power Controls (203) 284-0235 BOOKKEEPER/Secretary- Full time. Peachtree experience a plus. Health benefits available. Call (203) 238-9846

MERIDEN Newer Colonial on culde-sac. Easy access to highways. HWF, 1st floor laundry and bonus rm, complete in-law in basement with own entrance. $319,900. Call Vicki 203-235-3300

Find your dream home in Marketplace

BRISTOL New to the Market! Better than move in condition! Faubulous Ranch Style end unit w/1 possibly 2 bedrooms. Wall to Wall closet space in master bedroom. Newer oak h.w. floors, newer tile in bathroom, newer carpet in spacious finished basement with lots of storage! Private deck/ wooded area. Quiet neighborhood, close to school, shopping,great for walking. 35 Ruth Street Unit 1. Call (860)967-2072 for an appointment! $134,900

CAREGIVERS - Immediate need for LIVE-IN CAREGivers to help provide 24/7 companionship. Be part of a team that lives-in a senior’s home. Reliable car required. Must speak English. Call Home Instead Senior Care @ 860-316-2531 or visit our website www.homeinstead.com CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS: Growing Wallingford call center currently looking for friendly & enthusiastic customer service reps to answer phones for inbound sales. All 3 shifts are available, full time and part time flexible hours, must work 1 weekend shift. Bi-lingual a plus. Please respond by email to pmorel@tacticalmarketing.net or call 203-284-6040 ext 1970.

Part-Time Nursing Supervisor Night Shift Gaylord-Connecticut’s premier long-term acute care hospital specializing in medically complex patient care, rehabilitation and sleep medicine-seeks a 24 hour/week nursing supervisor to join its multidisciplinary, collaborative patient care team. The incumbent will provide clinical supervision of patient assessment and care, evaluate nursing activities to ensure quality patient care, and participate in training activities. This position will assume the Hospital Administrator role on the night shift. REQUIREMENTS include current CT licensure, Associate degree, BSN preferred, and minimally 4 years acute care and supervisory experience. CRRN or Med/Surg certification within 2.5 years of start, ACLS completion within 6 months. RN staff positions also available. Consider Gaylord Hospital where your strong clinical skills are valued, where average patient LOS is 25 days, and where a competitive salary and benefit package is offered. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please fax resumes to: 203-284-2733; HELP WANTED DIRECTOR OF CHILD CARE Seeking an experienced team oriented individual with a desire to positively impact our Southington Community YMCA Child Care program. Oversee 11,200 s/f Learning Center, 7 off sites, 600 children, 85 staff and $2.1 million budget. Individual must have Bachelor’s Degree related to education. Must have demonstrated ability to manage human resources, effective communication skills, be innovative and have superior management/ interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of the CT state licensing and NAEYC accreditation standards are necessary. YMCA experience preferred. $51K-$56K. By 3-19, send cover letter, resume, 5 references, and written philosophy of child care to jmyers@ southingtoncheshireymca.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. FT MACHINERY ASSEMBLER Worldwide manufacturer located in Wallingford has immediate openings for heavy machinery assembler. Must have 5 years previous exp. Competitive pay & excellent benefits. Send resume & hourly rate history to PO box 566, Durham, CT 06422 or email wlfdjob@comcast.net EOE

Welding & Fabrication Shop Supervisor Metal fabrication job shop looking to retain a skilled leader to manage and coordinate the production of work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to read blueprints, layout, fabricate, have welding knowledge & a Min. 5 yrs. exp. in this field. The ability to determine work schedules, review & implement customer specs & procedures w/clarity. Coordinate personnel, machinery, maintenance, shipping & receiving. Communicate w/Mfg. Eng, Sales, Purchasing, essential to this challenging position. Management, organizational, & people skills necessary. Benefits, 401K. Salary commensurate w/exp. Mail resume: Welding Works, Inc. 32 New Road, Madison, CT 06443 or email: fab@weldingworks.com

Email to: jobs@gaylord.org or mail to P.O. Box 400, Wallingford, CT 06492 Sonographers

CNA/HHA NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs and Home Health Aides with a minimum of 6 months experience for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically and emotionally challenged children preferred. All shifts available. Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:

800-286-6300 ext. 3902 or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required

Visit us on the web at NewEnglandHomeCare.com

ProHealth Physicians is currently seeking full and part-time Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in our rapidly growing statewide group practice. Will perform assigned ultrasound exams, while delivering safe and accurate patient care. Will also have quality control and improvement duties. Must have ADRMS Certification and related ultrasound experience. We are seeking self-motivated team players with excellent organizational and patient relations skills. If you have the background and feel ready for a new challenge, please email letter and resume to: lvalliere@prohealthmd.com or fax to 860-643-9057. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

ProHealth Physicians www.prohealthmd.com

HELP WANTED

Home Health Aides Meriden/Wallingford Area Exc hourly rate. Must have car. Call Tracy (203) 281-5500 VNS, Inc. of So CT NANNY, live-out, Exp. req. 40 hr/wk, M-F. Bckgrnd ck, ref. & CPR cert. House clean. Kids: 3 y/o & 4 mo old. 203-907-6288. PAINTING Full Time Carpenters, Painters, Subs for Residential/Commercial work. Call 800-778-9885 x 1279

RESTAURANT Bartenders, Concession, Cooks Busy Golf Course Restaurant, Opening April. Full or part time, flexible hours. Email with phone number to: dawn@pavilioncatering.com

HELP WANTED ROOFER Commercial w/5 years experience in EPDM. Must have phoneable references and pass drug test. Top Pay/Benefits. New England Masonry, 146 Sheridan Dr., Naugatuck. (203) 729-2266 AA/EOE.

Van Driver (P/T) Drives minibus/van to transport individuals w/disabilities receiving services according to assigned schedule/destination. HS diploma/GED + 3-12 mos exp /training. Current CT Public Service License in good standing. Split shift (7am - 9am & 2pm4pm), Monday-Friday, 20 hrs/wk. Pay rate $11.00/hr no benefits. Apply in person: 95 Hamilton St., New Haven Fax: (203) 495-6108 hr@esginh.org EOE/AA M/F/D/V

HELP WANTED

Shift Supervisor Needed for our Wallingford (1145 No Colony Rd), New Haven (472 Foxon Blvd) & Middletown (955 Washington St) Goodwill Stores. Must be able to work night/weekend/holiday hours as needed. Pay rate $11/hr (comp benefits package). Please apply in person or send resume to hr@esginh.org EOE/AA - M/F/D/V

CAREER TRAINING & SCHOOLS

BARTENDING 1 or 2 week course Job Placement Assistance

203-754-6000 Bartenders Academy 663 Lakewood Rd, Wtby, CT

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 11, 2010

Make your voice heard, tell your elected officials...

KEEP GOVERNMENT DON’T LET CONNECTICUT OFFICIALS REMOVE YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW FROM THE NEWSPAPER. KEEP PUBLIC NOTICES IN YOUR NEWSPAPER! Pending legislation may remove your right to read public notices in newspapers, moving them from the public domain to the internet. We’re concerned. And you should be, too. Public notices are an important tool in assuring an informed citizenry. They have helped develop America into a participatory democracy for hundreds of years and where it counts the most: how your tax dollars are spent, how policy is made and how our futures are charted.

They are located in easy-to-find sections of your newspaper. And they are fully accessible to everyone - unlike the internet, which is not accessible to everyone. Less than 10% of the U.S. population views a local, state or federal government website daily, according to the May 2009 release of U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Estimates of Resident Population. This means more than nine out of ten people may never see a given notice. This compares dramatically to the fact that 83% of adults read a community newspaper every week, according to the

National Newspaper Association. Furthermore, a public notice printed in the newspaper produces a permanent record. The internet does not, nor does it assure timeliness. And a newspaper is archived for years; not subject to computer crashes and hackers. Newspapers are easily verifiable, fully transparent and represent a secure third party who has nothing to gain from any notice. Connecticut’s recent ethical lapses shed a glaring light on the full meaning of this problem. It’s like putting the fox in charge of the hen house. Every public notice, which runs in a

Connecticut daily newspaper, is automatically uploaded to that newspaper’s web site and CTPublicNotices.org. Newspapers are your watchdogs. Don’t let that role be changed now. Voice your opinion. To keep your notices in the newspaper, contact your local elected officials or: Governor Jodi Rell - 860.566.4840 Senate Democrats - 860.240.8600 House Democrats - 860.240.8500 Senate Republicans - 860.240.8800 House Republicans - 860.240.8700

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