Berlin Citizen Aug. 16, 2012 by Ryan Millner

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Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in nearby towns By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

Mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus have been found in six towns surrounding the Town of Berlin, according to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. Mosquitoes recently trapped in Wethersfield, Farmington, Rocky Hill, Meriden, Glastonbury and Newington by a mosquito management program run by the organization have tested positive for West Nile virus.

“We received a report from [CAES] that mosquitoes tested positive in the area,” said CCHD Health Educator Lori DiPietro. “Now it’s our job to educate the communities about different measures to keep yourself from getting bitten. We can’t force anyone to take any measures, but it’s just really educating the people on how to protect yourself and family.” Each testing station found one mosquito in their traps which had the virus except for Newington, which had

two. Berlin does not have any trap sites to test for the virus. The CCHD is not alarmed over the recent discovery of the virus at the trap sites. Nancy Brault, chief of environmental health services at the CCHD, said the virus is found throughout the state. “Every year, we end up getting cases, but there is ongoing testing,” she said. West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus and there is no known cure or vaccination for an infection. Effects Citizen photo by Daniel Jackson

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As drivers age, transportation becomes an issue By Daniel Jackson The Berlin Citizen

Jim Case votes in the primary election with his two children at the American Legion Aug. 14.

McMahon popular with Berlin voters By Daniel Jackson and Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

As sight declines and reaction time decreases, the pressure mounts for seniors to stop driving as they age. Tina Doyle, director of the Berlin Senior Center said most of the three or four thousand seniors in town are not clinging to their keys. “The majority of them are giving it up when they are no longer capable of driving,” she said. However, the decision to give up the keys permanently is a difficult one for

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Shelia Fox steps into her car. After taking the AARP Safe Driver Class, she focuses on drivSee Drivers, page 15 ing safely.

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Berlin voters chose Christopher Murphy as the Democratic nominee and Linda McMahon as the Republican nominee for the U.S. senate race in the Aug. 14 primaries. According to Berlin’s voters registrar office, registered Democrat voters chose Murphy over Susan

Bysiewicz by 474 votes to 392 votes. Republican voters nominated McMahon over Christopher Shays by 681 votes to 149 votes. Democrat voter participation was at 17.3 percent, an expected turnout, said Democratic Registrar Charles Warner, but 27.4 percent of Republicans turned out in vote for their primary.

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To reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes, the public should use the following personal protection measures: — Avoid outdoor activities one hour before and one hour after dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. — Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors; it is especially important to cover the arms and legs of children. — No product containing DEET should be used on infants less than two months old. — Cover babies’ playpens and carriages with mosquito netting when outdoors. — Avoid camping near fresh water swamps and use mosquito netting in tents. — Stay indoors when mosquitoes are numerous. — Eliminate sources of standing water such as stagnant ponds, ditches, flower pots and old tires, as mosquitoes only need a few tablespoons of water to lay eggs. Drain children’s pools, clean clogged gutters, and flush birdbaths and fountains once or twice a week. Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers and any similar containers that have accumulated on your property, and drill holes in the bottoms of recycling containers that are left outside. — Make sure your proper-

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one severely suffering from symptoms should consult a doctor as soon as possible. Severe symptoms include high fever, disorientation, vision loss, stiff neck, severe headaches, numbness or muscle weakness. In such circumstances, hospitalization may be required to receive monitored medical care. Although it may be impossible to eradicate all mosqui-

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on humans can range from mild influenza-like symptoms, to neurological diseases, to death. The CAES trap and test mosquitoes for West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis every June through October. The program has approximately 91 trap sites in 72 municipalities around the state. Two sites are within the Central Connecticut Health District; Wethersfield and Newington. The CAES found 135 infected mosquitoes so far this year. According to the Department of Public Health, last year nine Connecticut residents were infected with the virus. So far this year only birds been reported to be infected with WNV. Birds infected with the virus serve as a host, spreading WNV to feeding mosquitoes. Different avian species display a variety of illness signs ranging from swelling of the brain to death. The Center of Disease Control said more than 30,000 people have contRacted West Nile Virus since 1999. According to CAES fact sheet, only a small percentage of humans infected will show symptoms that may occur three to 14 days after a person has been bitten by an infected mosquito, which is the only way a person can contract the virus. Brault said there have not been any reported cases of humans contacting WNV this year, but that could change because the state is currently in the WNV season which runs from June to October. Over-the-counter medication can relieve mild symptoms such as slight fever, rash, body aches and headaches. DiPietro said any-

toes in a residential area, a way to decrease the population is by eliminating “any standing water” on a property, “as it serves as a prime egg-laying area,” according to CCHD news release. This includes birdbaths, fountains, flowerpots and gutters to name a few. “The recent rains have created ideal breeding habitat for the types of mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, especially in our urban and suburban communities,” said CAES Chief Medical Entomologist Dr. Theodore Andreadis, in a press release. “Now is the time to eliminate all standing bodies of water around the home and treat storm drains and catch basins that serve as important production sites for these mosquitoes.”

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Thursday, August 16, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

Alternate designs proposed for Veterans Memorial Park By Monica Szakacs The Berlin Citizen

purchasing the land from American Legion, since the land is not being used recre-

same time, let’s make the other side of the gas station useful.” Bovee suggested asking the Town Council to consider

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sue because they live in single-family homes. Since the veterans have planned the pavilion and picnic area for a few years, Bovee said the original concept might move forward. She proposed a different site for a skate park within the location; the American Legion land property behind the Stop and Shop gas station. “Hey, we are all in this together. We appreciate the veterans and honestly, politically we are never going to get the skate park where we want it now,” she said. “Why not work with [VFW] on the design of this park, but at the

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Parks and Recreation Chair Leonard Zielinski said he has not received support, during Town Council meetings, from parents in regards to a town green skate park. So now he is considering new possibilities for Phase II of the Veterans Memorial Park. “I’m still trying to push for a skate park but if we get shot down, I’m wondering if we should look for an alternative design,” Zielinski said to fellow board members during a Parks and Rec meeting Aug. 10. Zielinski plans to ask the Town Council at its next September meeting to direct landscape architect Mark Roming, the architect who designed Phase I of the park, to create multiple designs for Phase II of the Town Green. When it came to developing Sage Park, Zielinski said Roming created multiple design options for the park. The current drawings for a passive plan of Veterans Memorial Park includes an active play area, a picnic and grilling station, memorial plants and trees placed around the park. Parks and Rec members have two problems with the current design: how the land will be used and how the land will be maintained. Board member Donna Bovee said shrubby will “overgrow pretty quickly needing maintenance care,”

and mowers might struggle around plant zones. Zielinski said he is concerned with the town spending money on a grilling station he said he believes will be deserted. “Growing up in the 1950s, no one had their own grill. Hundreds of people would go up to A. W. Stanley Park [in New Britain],” he said. “Now everybody has a portable grill and a propane grill in their backyard. Why are you going to take a refrigerated container and all your food to a park?” According to board member Charles Warner, urban areas with multi-family housing might not have the luxury of grilling in their own yard and use public pavilions for barbeques. He said Berlin and Kensington residents do not have this is-

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How to prepare for Connecticut’s biggest security threat By Daniel Jackson The Berlin Citizen

The biggest mistake people make when facing an emergency—especially a natural disaster—is they didn’t prepare beforehand, according to Homeland Security trainer Robert Scata. “Got enough toilet paper for seven days?” he asked 25 senior residents during a lecture at the Berlin Senior Center Aug. 8. Hurricanes are the most serious disaster Homeland Security anticipates the state could face because of the scale and totality of destruction. Scata told the audience to prepare for a disaster by preparing emergency kits so they could communicate, have water and food if a disaster ever disrupted society. Preparing for terrorism While hurricanes may be

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Homeland Security Trainer Robert Scata told residents the most common mistake people make in a disaster is not preparing for it. the largest disaster Connecticut may face, smaller, more localized disasters such as tornadoes or attacks by terrorists groups could

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Thursday, August 16, 2012 — The Berlin Citizen

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In the end, South Kensington clenched victory with their recipe that many patrons described as having a spicy kick with added heat at the end. During the competition, the departments were told to make a minimum of five gallons of chili that would be judged on both taste and appearance by store customers.

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Sheftel also added that it was significant for Chef ’s to put on the cook-off not only to garner community involvement in fundraising for the volunteer fire departments, but also to show support for the work that the fire fighters do for their communities. “Basically the volunteer fire departments are very important to our community and we need to give them as much support as we can because it is volunteer; there is no pay in that,” she said. “So that is why we need to support them as much as possible.” Each company brought over five gallons of chili each recipe special and

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recipe that they hoped would secure a win for The Bridgeport Burn Center. The turkey-based chili was the only non-beef entry of the event. “The blend of spices makes a great chili,” Amy explained. “My brother-in-law makes his own hot sauce that we’ve also added into our recipe.” South Kensington fire Chief Brian Chapman has confirmed that they will be back next year to defend the title. “There was camaraderie,” Chapman said. “It got us together to do something outside of the firehouse, and to give money to The American Cancer Society.”

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“I think that reflects Linda McMahon,” Warner said. Poll moderators from the

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Warner said voters saw the campaign commercials for McMahon and then wanted to support her, despite party affiliation. Given that the primary election is conducted in the middle of summer, Chair of the Berlin Democratic Town Committee Fred Jortner said “It’s difficult to get a larger turnout with people away on vacation.” Scott Veley, Berlin representative to the state GOP, said he was surprised by the turnout in District 5, Mary Griswold polling station, since there were moderate numbers. He said he was expecting a lower turnout since the primary is held in August. Town Councilman Dave Evans, Republican, thinks McMahon can win in the general election against Murphy because she brings a fresh voice into the political scene. Evans has noticed that more people are voting for issues rather than by party line. Independent voters are on the rise in Connecticut. “Their numbers are growing and they’re looking for an independent voice that will

make things happen.” Governor Dannel Malloy supports Murphy. In an interview with the Berlin Citizen on primary day, Malloy said he voted for Murphy that morning and he wanted Murphy as the senator in Congress because a Democratic seat would be “protection against some of the craziness” of a Republican dominated Senate, especially from “the Ryan-Romney budget.” “I think we’ll have a situation where someone is trying to buy an office and somebody’s actually has earned the office,” Malloy said. Veley said the Republicans have a chance to finally take control of the U.S. Senate because they need just a few seats to change and more Democrats nationwide are up for election. Even if one senate seat changes in Washington, it would represent a change in Government policy, he said. It’s similar to electing a president because there are only 100 senators. “If Linda does win, they would be very surprised in Washington D.C.,” Veley said.

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Mary-Beth Kaeser, the founder of Horizon Wings, a raptor rehabilitation center, pressed the play button on a recording to demonstrate the call of the ghostly barn owl. “YYEEEAAAAAAWWWWW!” It sounds less like the quiet predator of the woods and more like an angry alley cat. About 60 children burst into laughter as they heard the owl and others mimicked the sound at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library during the Horizon Wings program Aug. 8. The event was part of the library’s summer reading program. The town

library participates in a collaborative national summer reading program while school is out. This year, the nationwide concept is night, according to the Collaborative Summer Library Program website. Themes vary from different age groups at the Berlin library; children: Dream Big – Read, teens: Own the Night, adults: Between the Covers. Because owls are mostly nocturnal, the program went along with the “night” theme. Children learned about features and facts of different owl species. Horizon Wings brought in five rehabilitating owls to educate the children about birds of prey and the environment. In the children’s department, there were books about

owls on display for kids who were interested in learning more. The main goal of the national summer reading program is to help expand the knowledge and success of today’s youth. The mission posted on CSLP’s website reads: “Helping young children build reading and language skills, preparing children for success by developing early language skills, motivating teens to read and discuss literature, and encouraging adults to experience the joy of reading.” Every summer, the Berlin library gets about 600 children who sign up for its summer reading program, according to Assistant Children’s Librarian Cathy Nelson. Ages range from birth to young adult, but sixth

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Touch. The drawings will take place on Aug. 28. “This year [the adults and teens department] have an online reading program. Once someone signs up [online], they can come into the library and pick up an Arby’s and Praline’s Ice Cream coupon,” said Tyszka adding that both establishments have donated coupons specifically for the reading program. The Berlin library does not have a set list of books for participants to read. According to Tyszka, any book or audio book that a participant desires to read is acceptable. The library does carry books that are on all the Berlin schools’ summer reading lists.

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ationally. Zielinski said American Legion was given property from the town. The organization sold part of the land to Stop & Shop and the remainder of the property was contaminated so it was capped and no one is allowed to excavate below a certain level. If a skate park were to be built there, the structures would have to be above ground. “We could put something there and it would be ideal but the thing is, do you get the town to buy it or try to talk the American Legion in giving it back, or do you say ‘Veterans, why don’t you talk to your buddies in the American Legion and put your pavilion on that side,’” Zielinski said. Warner said skate boarders would want a park that includes a bowl that dips in the ground, and the American Legion property may not be ideal due to restraints.

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Edward P. Amenta Sr. Edward P. Amenta Sr., 63, of Middletown, died Aug. 9, 2012, at home after a long battle with cancer. Born in New Britain, the son of Edna Rita Amenta and the late Joseph James Amenta, he worked in the distribution department of the Tribune-Hartford Courant for many years. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Middletown and attended the University of New Haven. Edward was predeceased by his ex-wife, Deborah Ann Marino Amenta. He is survived by his three children, Lorraine Lewis and her husband, Jason, of Berlin, Melissa Amenta, of Plainville and Edward P. Amenta Jr., of Plainville; grandchildren, Amber Gunn and Jordan Kelley, of Berlin; his mother, Edna Amenta, of Middletown; his sisters, Rosalyn Amenta-Greco, of Woodbridge, and Beverly Bosse, of Berlin; his fiance,

Florine Votino, of Berlin; nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, an uncle, and countless friends, especially from the Italian Political Independent Club. Edward was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Kensington and subsequently Sacred Heart Church of East Berlin. He was a member of the Italian Political Independent Club and the Elks Club, was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Yankees, and was an avid bowler and golfer. He had a great sense of humor, he was very generous, and helped everyone he could. He was deeply loved and will be sorely missed by all. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Aug. 16, at Sacred Heart Church, 66 Cottage Street, East Berlin. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery in New Britain. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Edward P. Amenta Sr. Funeral Fund, c/o 48 Norton Lane, Berlin, CT 06037. His loved ones wish to give special thanks to Father Edmund Naldony of Sacred Heart Church, Dr. Richard Alberti and Dr. Langsam of Grove Hill Clinic, and Ms. Sally Melvin-Peck and the Pfaffinger Foundation for their constant provision of

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Beverly Wood Beverly Ann Wood, passed away peacefully Aug. 8, 2012 at her home. Born on April 7, 1953, in Lackawanna, N.Y., to the late George W. and Mary J. Wood, she is survived by her beloved daughter, Mary Hanshu Wood, of Berlin; her sister, Diane Wood and her children, Sandra and Christopher; and her brother, Roger Wood and his wife, Joanne, all of Massachusetts. Beverly retired from The Hartford Insurance Group where she had worked as a Manager for over 30 years and had many friends. She was a volunteer and active parishioner of St. Paul Church in Kensington, and gave generously of her time to her daughter’s friends and their families. Throughout her life she enjoyed traveling within the United States and to countries such as Greece and Chi-

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na, and her favorite place was Sanibel Island in Florida. Beverly and her father shared the love of piloting planes. Her daughter, Mary, has many special memories of her mom including her mom’s selflessness. “She never did for herself but always did for others.” Mary also remembers how they always celebrated “gotcha day” in very special ways. Mary loved her mom and her mom loved her. Beverly is endeared by her “china family” who shared the bond of having special daughters and created many special memories thruogh the years. She was a member of the “core six” (Mary, Uncle David, Auntie Sandra, Miss Vera and Miss Annette) who spent holidays, weekends and special days together. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Mary Wood Education Fund care of Webster Bank N. A., 346 Main St, Kensington, CT, 06037. Please sign the guest book at HartfordCourant.com/obituaries. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.

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To the editor: In a recent letter to The Citizen, Jay Ritter suggested putting a skate park at Willard Elementary School. If we really need a skate park in Berlin, putting it where there is already a playground, a large parking lot and is surrounded by many homes makes much more sense. In addition, there are numerous other town parks that would provide more appropriate sites. Some of the comments being made are ridiculous, inappropriate and lack respect. “The veterans are trying to take over the park” – The park is named the Veterans Memorial Park. “The

park is not Arlington.” No it isn’t, but the memorial bricks are there for a significant reason. The Veterans Memorial Park should be a place to preserve and honor the memory of all veterans who served our country and the park was designed with that intent. Expand the park and enhance its beauty. Don’t spoil it with a skate park. This discussion should not be about the veterans vs. the town. It should be about doing what’s right. Do we need a petition or referendum for everything? Alan and Pat Blankenburg Berlin

Wetlands concern To the editor: In a unanimous vote on Tuesday night the Berlin Wetlands and Watercourses Commission voted to approve a plan to construct an eight house subdivision on Kensington Road. The public hearing had been open

for three months and neighbors opposed to the destruction of the wetland attended all three meetings in large numbers. Despite Kensington/Elton Road area residents making the point that wetland destruction is not in keeping with the spirit of Berlin’s state mandated Plan of Conservation and Development, and despite the fact that the Wetlands and Watercourses Commission has jurisdiction by state statute over activities that pose a threat to a wetland – the lawyer and parade of experts hired by the applicant, Patricia and Carl Ciarcia, were able to convince the commission to vote unanimously to approve the plan and destroy a wetland. And you thought the Wetlands and Watercourses Commission was there to protect wetlands. Think again. Dan Hayden Kensington

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Skate park suggestion To the editor: First of all, I would like to congratulate all those who were instrumental in planning, designing and constructing the Veterans Memorial Park. It is something all of our citizens can be proud of. Unfortunately, the Parks and Recreation Committee Chairman is requesting that the Phase II area be used to construct a skate board park. The Veterans Commission, along with many of our veterans, strongly oppose this move. The Phase II area was designed primarily to provide a family picnic area, with tables, fireplaces, possibly a softball diamond or horseshoes. The property in question has been owned by the Town of Berlin for many years, long before the memorial was erected. Suddenly, it becomes the most desirable spot in town. Why now? Veterans are not opposed to a skate park. They feel it just doesn’t belong there. Al-

lowing the skate park to be placed in the memorial park would be detrimental to the primary purpose of the park. My suggestion to Parks and Recreation is to consider an area within or in the rear of the new police department complex on Farmington Avenue, a downtown location quite visible to the police department, that may very well control the vandalism. Keep in mind; if it weren’t for the veterans’ sacrifices, chances are none of us would even have the opportunity to debate it. I’m a veteran of World War II, where I served along with five of my brothers, and each Memorial Day Parade as I walk down Farmington Avenue, I’m overwhelmed by the crowds of people showing their respect and expressing their thanks for our service. So I ask you now to please respect our wishes - call your council members and ask them to turn down the proposed change. Sam D’Amato East Berlin

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Final Moments with the Olympics By Katherine Vandrilla Special to The Citizen

My summer in London has ended, but my appreciation of the area has just begun. On July 26, the Olympic Torch came by King’s Cross Station, which was down the road from my accommodation. It was incredible to see the famous flame that I had been hearing so much about and which had traveled so far. Many people gathered on the side of the street to watch it pass by, and the energy was incredible when the procession passed. It was the perfect bookend to my stay in London. On one of the first days I was there in June, the citizens of London and tourists alike huddled together on the streets to watch the Queen pass by in celebration of her Diamond Jubilee. On my second to last day, the same people gathered to watch the torch. Two amaz-

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Above right, the olympic torch passes through the streets of London. ingly powerful icons, in celebrations that have only occurred a couple of times in the history of England. And I had the opportunity to see them both. On July 27, I had the chance to watch the Opening Ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympics and live in the same city that they were occurring. Eerie, powerful, and emotional are the

best adjectives I can find to describe the feelings they envoked. It was remarkable to see the story of the history of the land unfold and British icons participating in the event. I connected with some of the moments so much that they gave me goose bumps. Everyone watching was from different countries, and yet we had chosen to be

a part of the British culture for the summer. We were not only supporting our home lands, but England as well. I felt pride for the people of the United Kingdom during the ceremonies. Watching it live was indescribable. We also saw it in its entirety, unlike the edited version that was shown in America.

I am more in tune with these Olympics than I was before. I am rooting for America and excited for each achievement we earn, but would be lying if I said I am not hoping team Great Britain also has a successful bout at the games. I learned a great deal this summer, saw things from another perspective, and cannot wait to return!

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many seniors, according to a study done by AAA last April. The study found 89 percent of seniors would be affected if they had to stop driving the next day. Of those, almost 40 percent said the lack of driving their own car would be a serious problem. Doyle said when seniors

stop driving, they are giving up part of their independence. This was brought home to her when she was training to be a part of the Friendly Visitor and Friendly Shopper program run by the Hartford Conference of Churches five years ago. As an exercise, the leader of the group had everyone write down the five most important objects in their life onto slips of paper. People

wrote down items like their house, computer and car. Then the leader chose one of the slips to take away. Even imagining life without a car or house hurt, Doyle said, because someone else took that object away. That is why Doyle advises seniors to make the decision themselves to give up driving before their license is taken away. The AAA study found sen-

iors grew more cautious, avoiding potentially dangerous driving situations. Of the 512 senior drivers the AAA polled, 80 percent of them avoided some driving situations. Sixty-one percent avoided driving during bad weather, half said they don’t drive at night and 42 percent avoid heavy traffic. The myth of the little old lady from Pasadena is exactly that—a myth. The study

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Senior Lunch Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 6708546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Aug. 20: Hot dog, baked beans, corn on the cob, carrot and raisin salad, wa-

termelon. Tuesday, Aug. 21: Beef barley soup with oyster crackers, tuna salad with celery, chopped greens, olives, pickles, cherry tomatoes, bow tie pasta salad, club roll, mixed fruit brown Betty. Wednesday, Aug. 22: Cheeseburger, sautéed onions, sweet potato fries, sliced tomato and lettuce, fresh pear. Thursday, Aug. 23: Italian baked chicken breast, corn niblets with red and green peppers, calico coleslaw, Italian bread, ice cream social. Friday, Aug. 24: Filet of white fish with lemon sauce, herb dressing, green beans with toasted almonds, dinner roll, cream pie.

Senior Bowling League results from Aug. 10: Ferd Brochu, 181; Walt Wallace, 181; Al Pollard, 168; Liz Rugens, 162; Joe Sytulek, 162; Florence Gillette, 160; Stan Dziob, 158; Chuck Leonhardt, 158; Craig Clarke, 155; Gene Lemery, 153; Ann Randazzo, 150.

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The Palladino Family Cancer Center at Midstate Medical center has scheduled its annual cancer Survivors’ Day for Sunday, Sept. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Meriden’s Hubbard Park. The day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the lives of cancer survivors. Survivors are welcome to bring family and friends. Activities for children include face painting, balloon animals and caricature drawings. Survivors may have chair massages; musical entertainment and refreshments are provided. For more information or to register, call (203) 694-8631. Registration is preferred.

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Gerdis-Conti schedule an appointment, call (203) 694-8631. Dessert with a Doc: Take your Health to Heart - Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join a discussion on the risk factors of heart disease, an explanation of how heart attack symptoms are can be different in men and women, and what you can do for prevention to lead a healthy lifestyle. Program is at the Wallingford Public Library, 200 North Main Street. For more information, call (203) 265-6754. Registration required. Lunch & Learn: Curing the Stuffy Nose - Updates in the Treatment of Sinusitis and Allergic Disease Monday, Sept. 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how advanced treatments are changing how doctors can help patients who suffer from allergies and chronic sinusitis. Program is held at Ashlar Village, Cheshire Road, Wallingford. For more information, call (203) 679-6017.

Kimberly Nicole Gerdis and Vincent Matthew Conti were married on Sept. 4, 2011, at Harkness State Memorial Park in Waterford. The ceremony was officiated by Pastor Herbert Speer. The bride is the daughter of Sharon and John Gerdis, of Berlin, and granddaughter of the late Janet and Roy Grahn, of Southington, and Thomas “Al” and the late Barbara Gerdis, of Berlin. The groom is son of the Vincent and the late Charlotte Conti, of New Britain, and grandson of the late Florence and Roy McCord, of Granby, and Vincent and the late Angela Conti, of New Britain. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Rebecca Kaminski, sister of the groom, was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Carolyn Baccaro, Stacie Baldwin, Michelle (Brochu) Buturla, Caitlin Litevich, and Isabel (Puzio) Meagher. The best man was Martin Grabeck. The groomsmen were Alex Kaminski, brother-inlaw of the groom, Jeremiah Carrier, Matthew Chamberland, Thomas Hrubiec, and Greil Roberts. Ushers were Peter Kern and Douglas Raymer, cousin of the bride. Ring bearers were Jordan and Joshua Kaminski, nephews of the groom and flower girls were Charlotte Kaminski, niece of the groom, and Maia Sutherland, cousin of the bride. The bride is a 2003 graduate of Berlin High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing from Quinnipiac University and is currently employed at Travelers Insurance in Hartford. The groom is a 2001 graduate of Berlin High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in industrial technology from Central Connecticut State University and is currently employed at Open Solutions in Glastonbury. The couple met in Berlin High School. They honeymooned in Hawaii and reside in East Berlin.

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health notes: Rashes 101 by Marat Gitman, MD Skin is the body’s largest organ and is a vital barrier and buffer to the external environment. A common ailment associated with the skin is a rash. Rashes generally result from some type of irritation to the skin and most are temporary; however, chronic rashes are also possible and can impact certain members of the population.

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Matthew and Lori Miller, of Kensington, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Linn Miller, to Eric Jurczyszak, son of Robert Jurczyszak and the late Barbara Veronesi Jurczyszak, of Berlin. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Leona and Raymond Linn, and the late Helen and George Miller. Megan is a graduate from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in sociology. The couple met at and are both graduates of Berlin High School. Her fiancé is the grandson of Peter and Mary Veronesi, and Anna and Roman Jurczyszak. He is also the grandson of the late Lucy Czerwinski Veronesi. Eric is a graduate from University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He is employed at Eemax, in Oxford. The couple was engaged in February, during a trip to the Berkshires. A September wedding is planned at the Gelston House in East Haddam.

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What can cause a rash? There are a number of reasons people get rashes. The following list includes some causes: • Contact with irritating substances like detergents, cosmetics, perfumes, or lotions • Contact with a poisonous plant such as poison ivy or oak; insect bites • Contact with latex or other chemicals for those who are allergic • Herpes, Shingles • Sexually transmitted infections • Yeast infections • Exposure to a parasite or skin fungus • Chronic skin problems such as eczema or psoriasis • Side effect of a medication • Viral or bacterial infections

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Youth football programs tackling the issue of head injury By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Youth football titan Pop Warner made news this past offseason when it announced, beginning this year, it would limit the amount, and type, of contact players may be subjected to during practice. The move is meant to protect youngsters from head injury, and Dr. Julian Bailes, neurosurgeon and chair of the Pop Warner Medical Advisory Board, believes it’s a step in the right direction. “There are times when people and organizations have to evolve, and this is the time,” Bailes was quoted as saying. “For the future of the sport, we need to morph it now and take the unnecessary head contact out of the game. If parents were considering allowing their child to play football, this (move) should assure them.”

Pop Warner officials were persuaded to alter their rules by research showing that players as young as 7-yearsold are exposed to collisions as devastating as those seen in the college game. Pop Warner is the first nationwide league, at any level, to enact such changes. The Berlin Bears once competed in Pop Warner, but have since joined the Con-

necticut Youth Football League. The CYFL has no restrictions when it comes to contact at practice. The Bears regulate themselves. “I think they’re following what leagues and teams and towns have been doing for a while. So I think it’s a good thing,” Bears Football Director Joe Aresimowicz said of Pop Warner’s decision to lim-

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it contact at practice. “Here in Berlin we’ve done it for almost five years. There’s really no need (for much contact in practice). Football, like most other sports, is a skill game, and you’ve got to teach the skills.” Aresimowicz said at least three-quarters of Bears practices are “solely based on the skills, and executing those skills correctly; whether it be tackling drills on dummies, walking through tackling drills, blocking. “There’s a certain amount of contact you need, but it needs to be limited, and confined to what you’re actually going to be doing on the field.” Plainville Colts President Shawn Griffin has a similar philosophy. The Plainville youth football league is under the umbrella of Pop Warner, and Griffin said the new rules haven’t changed a tradition-

al Colts practice much at all. “We try to teach fundamentals at this age,” Griffin said. “I’m not worried about any of that (new limitations) affecting our league. “We feel if we can teach them the proper way to make a tackle, hopefully, 99 percent that will cut out the concussions.” Southington Knights Travel Football is a member of American Youth Football, which, like the CYFL, does not require league members to limit contact in practice. But, as did the Berlin Bears, the Knights took it upon themselves to make a change. “What we know now, versus what we knew 20 years ago in regards to concussions and how we can conduct a safe practice, we felt it was responsible to do something as a league,” said

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Golf Fitness Corner

Forget the new clubs; get your body in order By Eric Lunt Special to The Citizen

The CWGA Junior Girls won the Tri-State Matches held at Quidnessett Country Club in Rhode Island Aug. 7-8. Teams of six from Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut participated. Connecticut’s last Tri-State championship came in 1983. The 2012 Connecticut team is pictured: Gabrielle Martin (Madison), Ashley D’Attilio (Berlin), Emily Stickel (Berlin), Hope Matthews (Greenwich), Julia Kemmling (Berlin), Lisa Calcasola (Longmeadow) and Junior Chairman and team captain Linda Kaye.

Today we are going to talk about everyone’s favorite topic: How to drive the ball further. First you need to get the idea out of your head that buying the latest model Lunt driver is going to give you 10 to 15 extra yards. Due to USGA limitations, driver technology is basically maxed out and is now just a marketing battle between companies. The one piece of equipment that has no limits and can keep changing for the better is your body!

Since the golf swing is a dynamic and athletic motion, you need to be specific with how you train. To increase distance you need to work on mobility and stability, primarily at the shoulder and hip joints. The goal is to increase club head speed by swinging faster, not harder. You need to increase the separation between your upper body and lower body, which some of you may know as the golf “X” factor, a term top PGA teaching professional Jim McLean coined back in the 1990’s. This is where stretching plays a crucial role in your golf game. You should build a daily stretching routine that takes no more than 10 to See Golf, page 22

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Ask the Physical Therapist

Back pain a common problem for golfers By Kathleen Kane Special to The Citizen

Q: I am a right-handed golfer. I sometimes get right low back pain at the end of my follow through. Kane What can I do to prevent this from happening? A: There is not a simple answer here. Low back pain

is the number one injury in amateur golfers. The overall goal for any golfer should be to have mobility and stability in addition to proper swing mechanics. My first recommendation would be to make sure that you warm up your hip flexors (the group of muscles that extend from the abdomen, that allow you to lift your knees and bend at the waist) which are often tight on people prone to excessive sitting. When this area is tight, a golfer will have a ten-

dency to arch the back on the follow through. This can further lead to a right side bend right upon follow through, causing pain in your right low back. When stretching, it is important to count out loud in order to prevent yourself from holding your breath, further placing unnecessary stress on your low back. Remember, proper technique is critical when stretching. Hip Stretch: For a righthanded golfer, go into a left

lunge, keeping both hips facing squarely forward. Keeping your hips level, pull in your stomach and keep your back leg straight and back heel off the ground. You should feel the stretch in the right front of your hip, not in your low back. Hold this stretch for 15 seconds, three times on both sides. Calf Stretch: It is very important to stretch your calf muscles. According to the Titleist Performance Institute’s research, players

that have tight calf muscles have a tendency toward early extension on impact. This compensation can lead to a “reverse C” finish, or right side bend, which may lead to irritation in your low back. Keeping both hips and toes facing squarely forward, go into a lunge with your back heel on the ground and your back knee straight. Hold for 15 sec-

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Golf lesson Cub Scout Pack 41 Den 10 participated in a mini-golf camp at Timberlin recently. Assistant Professional at Timberlin, Scott Szymanoski, demonstrated how to hold a club, putt, drive and chip. The kids learned some golf etiquette as well. Pictured, from left: Jacob Derewonko, Matthew Dennis, Szymanoski and Josh DeGroff.

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onds, three times on each side. It is important to understand that mobility is no good without stability. While the above covers some ways to warm up the front of your hips before you play, effective injury prevention also requires that you stabilize your low back. As such, below are a few examples of some good stability exercises. Remember to always work within your pain free range. If you do experience pain, discontinue any exercise and consult a medical expert. Plank Exercise: Support your elbows under your shoulders with your forearms shoulder width apart. Pinch your shoulders, pulling in your stomach and squeeze your butt while supporting your body weight. Start with 10 seconds, five times and build up to 30 seconds, five times. Bridging Exercise: Lie on your back with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees bent. Tighten up your stomach as you lift and extend through your hips while squeezing your butt. Contract your core muscles for 10 seconds, five times and build up to 30 seconds, five

times over the course of your training. An advanced version of this exercise will be to lift one leg so your thighs are parallel to each other. Quadruped Exercise: Kneel with both hips directly over your knees, your arms straight and shoulder-width apart. Lift your arm straight out above your ear and hold for 10 seconds, five times on each side. Move on to lifting one leg out straight with the heel even with the low back, again for 10 seconds, 5 times on each side. Do not arch your back. The key is to try to pinch your shoulders, tighten your stomach and squeeze your butt as you lift each limb. Consult with your local PGA professional to work on the proper body mechanics for your golf swing. If you have any questions regarding golf injuries, or other sports-related injuries, please contact Kathleen Kane at Kathleen@OAMCT.com. Kane is a local physical therapist/athletic trainer with a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology. She is certified by the Titleist Performance Institute as a level two medical professional and has treated five players on the PGA Tour.

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15 minutes of your time. You don’t need fancy equipment. All these stretches can be done at home. You can easily Google the stretches I’m talking about to get a visual. Do not forget to stretch out both sides of your body equally, not just the dominant side you golf on. Also, all stretches should be held for a minimum of 15 seconds with the goal to increase from 30 seconds to a minute. Good stretches for the shoulder include flexion, abduction, sleeper stretch for internal rotation, standing doorway external rotation and a doorway pectoral stretch. For the lower body you want to do a standing quad stretch where you place your back leg on a chair and flex your stationary leg until you feel a good stretch. Next, you want to hit your hip flexors by doing a staggered stance stretch. Hamstrings are best

Continued from page 19 Knights President Mike Goralski. The Knights did a few things this past offseason, including adding to their bylaws that coaches must have concussion awareness training. The Knights decided to limit contact in practice, as well. “When we were kids it was

Students entering Berlin High School grade 9 2012-2013 and their parents are invited to the freshman orientation program on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 3 p.m. in the Gibney Gym. The program provides parents and students with important information regarding the overall high school program. Students will obtain important materials and information including homeroom assignments, student handbooks, and schedules. Parents are given a brief presentation by the administration followed by a question and answer session. Students unable to attend the program will receive their materials on the first day of school, Wednesday, Aug. 29.

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Wednesday

Mini-seminar - Business Bookkeeping & Tax Associates, 314D New Britain Rd., has scheduled a free miniseminar “Long term care for estate preservation” for Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 6 p.m. The public is welcome. For more information and to reserve a seat, call (860) 8286869.

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Theatre – The Connecticut Cabaret Theater has scheduled All Shook Up for Friday, Aug. 24. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Patrons are welcome to bring you own refreshments. For more information, cost and tickets, call (860) 829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com.

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Location, Location, Location! Come see this lovely 4 bedroom home! Located in the West end, this tree-lined property has so much to offer! 2.5 baths, large eat-in kitchen, newly refinished hardwood floors. 3.56 Acres! A rare opportunity to own so much land & privacy! A must see! $349,900!

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KENSINGTON Fantastic family home. Quiet cul-de-sac location abuting Shuttle Meadow CC. 9 rms., 4-5 bdrms., 2.5 bths., extras galore, many updates. $399,000. Dennis Phaneuf 944-0282.

BERLIN Brick Cape, 2 bdrm., 2.1 bth., front to back LR w/FP, remodeled kit. Formal DR. 3 season sun rm. 1st flr. inlaw apt. with sep. entrance. $199,500. Kathy Bialek 860 205-3351.

KENSINGTON 3 bdrm., 1 bth., DR. FP in LR., Wd. flrs. Plenty of storage. 2 car oversized garage. Level lot..Walk to Pa p e r Goods Pond. $199,900. Betsy Cooney 966-4296.

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Sunday

Canine Cool Off - The New Britain-Berlin YMCA has scheduled Canine Cool Off for Sunday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 50 High St., New Britain. Dogs may swim from 10 to 11 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. A fee is charged. The event also fea-

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Rental unit, 1st floor with all hardwood floors, kitchen and bathrm. have updates , 5 rms. and 2 bedrms., quiet deadend location. $900 per month. Call Steve for details 860-205-5999.

KENSINGTON Own your castle! Builders own home. Beautiful, large, stone & brick home with impressive rooflines & soaring cathedral ceilings. Open floor plan with 2 story LR & FR. MBR suite, stone FP, office, heated 3-car garage, all on almost 2 acres of wooded privacy. $649,900.

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BERLIN Immaculate 5 room, 2/3 BR, 1 bath Ranch. Located in the Kensington section of town. Maintenance free siding, enclosed porch, 2 zoned heat, thermopane windows and great, large, flat rear yard. $198,900.

BERLIN Meticulously maintained and landscaped Colonial in sought after neighborhood. Features 3 BRs, 1.5 baths, central air, gas FP, patio with Hot Tub, part. fin. lower level & 1st floor laundry. $324,900.

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scheduled All Shook Up for Saturday, Aug. 25. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Patrons are welcome to bring you own refreshments. For more information, cost and tickets, call (860) 829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com.

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claims in one place, he instructed the seniors gathContinued from page 4 ered to hear his talk. Seal them in a plastic bag to proemergency food and suptect against water, moths and plies—just in case. bookworms and put the bag Just in case… in a fanny pack. “You don’t need a lot. You In addition, Scata suggestneed something on hand,” he ed keeping $100 in small bills said. so residents could make During his lecture, Scata small purchases even when stressed preparing financial- the power is out. ly. Keep copies of all the imScata said the most valuportant papers such as wills able thing in a person’s home and papers that are needed is their family and their phofor banking and insurance tos. Photos are the memories

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of an earlier time—a person’s history. He recommended keeping copies of treasured photographs in a safe place that residents could easily evacuate with. Besides safeguarding papers, Scata talked about collecting supplies such as radios, a crank flashlight and non-perishable food that would last for three to seven days. While the government provides a list for residents to make their own emergency

readiness kits on the website ready.gov, Scata said those lists should be improved and customized for each individual. For instance, residents should keep a supply of needed medication such as insulin or extra prescription glasses. But there are other supplies that could be added which people often overlook,

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nieces: Alyssa, Colleen, Meghan, Shanna, and Caitlyn Lennehan, and Ariana Cacciola; five nephews: Kevin, Brian, Connor, and Colin Lennehan, and Kyle Cacciola; two uncles, Ronald Hiltpold, of Chalfont, Pa., and William Kalin, in South Carolina; several cousins, and many close friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Bobby in 1986; his paternal grandparents, William and Grace Lennehan; his maternal grandparents, Erwin and Mae Hiltpold; and several beloved aunts and uncles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168, or by phone to 800-525-4669 (press #2). www.portersfuneral.com

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Drivers Continued from page 15 ments, grocery shopping and restaurants. “We try to produce as much transportation as we can because we have the need there,” Doyle said. The shuttle moves 18 seniors a day and will take seniors, for example, from Berlin to a doctor’s appointment in New Britain with a reservation made in advance. Currently, the service is near capacity as 18 riders are “all the drivers can get in a day.” There are other services which offer rides through the area, Doyle said. Hunter’s Ambulance offers non-emergency transportation and CT Transit provides rides for people with disabilities, for example. But the bus system through town does not help the senior population get around, Doyle said. Busses from New Britain travel the main roads through town, such as down the Farmington Avenue and up the Berlin Turnpike, but are not easily accessible to residents because the busses don’t travel near many of the homes in Berlin. “It doesn’t go through the community as it used to long ago,” she said. For seniors still on the road, the sen-

ior center offers two classes. One, a AARP safe driver class and the Mature Driver Safety Program run by the Hartford Hospital Trauma Institute. Shelia Fox took the AARP safe driver class. She said the class was a refresher course, reminding her exactly what each road sign meant and safe following distances. “It reminded me of that I know and what I didn’t know,” she said. Fox said she is comfortable driving in all conditions, whether driving through Hartford, at night or during a rain. Losing the ability to drive would dampen her lifestyle. Currently, Fox uses her car to travel between her home, gym and her community garden plot five times a week. At least once a week, she travels to West Hartford where she shops at Whole Foods. She hasn’t thought about losing the ability to drive before, but doing so would mean cutting back on all her activities. She said if she lost her car, she would have to travel less often, possibly hiring someone to drive her around when she could get out. Since being retired, Fox has discovered a benefit to driving when retired: “Why do you want to drive in rush hour traffic when you have a choice when to drive?”

DUI checkpoint results A field sobriety checkpoint was held on Aug. 2 on the southbound side of the Berlin Turnpike, south of Deming Road. A total of 1887 vehicles were directed through the checkpoint during the detail where vehicles were briefly detained and interviewed by officers. Of the 1,887 vehicles passing through the checkpoint, 23 motorists were flagged by the contact officers for DUI testing or other investigative interviews. The results are as follows: Two motorists were cited for Operating without Insurance Thirteen motorists were cited for op-

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HONDA ACCORD LX ONLY $799 DOWN!* Very Clean. 1 Owner. All Power Stock #120661A

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J. HALL CONSTRUCTION Roofing, Siding, Decks, Windows, Remodeling, Additions. No Job Too Small Fully Licensed And Insured Contact Jeremy 203-537-2534 Reg#0575625 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-LOWEST Price Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #0632415

HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L 2006 ONLY $299 DOWN!* Alloys, Sunroof, Leather Stock #120509A

Mercedes Benz 320 E 4 Matic 2001 ONLY $499 DOWN!* AWD, Every Option! Stock #130002A

NISSAN FRONTIER 2012 4 WD, King Cab, Manual SV Stock# 12-701A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300

TOP SOIL SAND & FILL BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil. Fill, Sand & Stone, Mulch. Picked up or delivered. No minimum. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846

DODGE RAM 1500 2004 Quad Cab, Hemi. Laramie, 4x4. Black w/black interior. AM/FM/CD player. Heated seats. $12500.00 Or Best Offer. Must Go. 203 600 8708

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FORD MUSTANG SE 2002 ONLY $299 DOWN!* Loaded. Low Miles. Stock #P8879A

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CHEVY ASTRO VAN 2000 One Owner. AWD. All Power. AC. Clean, Well Maintained. 170K+ Runs Well. Needs minor engine work. Asking $1150 or Best Offer. Call (860) 621-9808. Can be seen at Checkered Flag Garage, Meriden 203-639-8802.

Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Sunrms, Additions

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POWER WASHING

CHEVROLET PICKUP 1991 V8. Automatic. Has a lot of new parts. Runs excellent. Model C 1500. $1800. (203) 269-3837

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C&M CONSTRUCTION

ROOFING, Siding, Decks, Gutters Lifetime Warranties Available Accepting all credit cards. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

SATURN S SERIES SL1 2002 $3,088 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $788 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

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PLUMBING

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

SIDING

On the outside. FREE ESTIMATES. #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

ROOFING

Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058

ROOFING

CADILLAC Eldorado 1995 Coupe. 8-cylinder. White. Moonroof. Air conditioned. Heated Seats. Excellent condition. $3500. 203 600 8708

TRUCKS & VANS

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203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790

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SUV’S

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TREE SERVICES *Does Not Include Sales Tax, Registration or DOC Fee

NEW England Tree Service LLC, fully licensed & insured. Top quality work, 24 hr storm service. Refs avail. Free est. CT Reg 570899. Call (203) 699-TREE PROF. ARBORIST #S3365 75ft bucket truck. Precise Tree CT Reg #562159. 203-272-4216

TRUCKS & VANS HONDA CIVIC 2005 ONLY $799 DOWN!* Automatic. Gas Saver! Stock #120615A

CADILLAC SRX 2004 SUV, 4 Door, Automatic Stock# 5567A $17,995

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YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Registered. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159 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. Veteran & Senior discounts. Call 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

HONDA CRV 2005 ONLY $799 DOWN!* Sunroof, 6 Disc, One Owner Stock #120226Q

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TOYOTA RAV 4 2007 Limited

PETS & LIVESTOCK BULLDOGS, Yorkie, Yorkie-Poo, Chihuahua, Boxers, Labs, Pomchus, mixed breeds, rescues available. $250+ 860-930-4001 MINI AUSSIE Blue Merle Female. 13 Weeks Old. First set of shots done. (203) 715-5836 PIT BULL Puppies Two Males, One Female. Call for pictures. (860) 518-8955 $350 For sale to good homes only.

4 WD, 4 Door, 4 Cylinder Stock# 12-700A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE DR 9 HP leaf and lawn vacuum, tow behind series, $500 or best offer. Dennis 203-641-7333. ROTOTILLER, Ariens, 8 hp, tines adjust for cultivating, just tuned. $225. Call 203- 272-8052 SUN CAPSULE Commercial walk-in Tanning booth/ changing room/music/cooling fan/36 tubes/timer/controller. $950/ obo. 203-269-1827

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH PROFORM 390E ELLIPTICAL, I-pod hookup, bought in 2010. Great condition. Asking $375. For info call 203-530-6113

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

DODGE Durango SLT Plus 2002 Auto/4WD. White with black leather interior A/C (new). Heated seats. 183,000 mi (newer eng 55,000) Exc cond. $4900. Contact Fritz 860 614-0208

MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.

PURE German Shepherd Puppies For Sale! 2 males left. Already received physical/shots, healthy. Both are black & brown. Mom & dad both here & AKC registered. 203-537-6239 or 203-537-5740. Located in Wallingford, Ct.

CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 JEWELRY

LINCOLN 2009 MKX Automatic, AWD Stock# 5660A $32,995

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLHRI Road King EFI 2005 6800 miles $14,500 Or Best Offer 860-620-3636

BOATS & MOTORS

SIBERIAN Husky & German Shepherd mix Puppies! $400 Call for info 203-802-7000

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BRAND NEW CUSTOM DIA MO N D E NG AG E ME N T R IN G 14k white gold with Princess cut 1.5+ carat total weight. Intricate design, must be seen! $3,500 Pergjoni Family Jewelers, 826 South Main Street Plantsville, CT Call 860 235-3891 or 860 446-1824

ELECTRONICS NIKON D3000 Digital SLR Camera Body & Lens 18-55mm. Excellent condition. Sells for more. For Sale $350. (203) 678-0477

WANTED TO BUY 19 ' Chaparral 198 F OPN 1987 Open water Blue/White Mercruises Engine. $2,200. Comes with 1988 Shore Trailer Model 2900 Please call Dan 203-265-4674 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

Summer Programs & Lessons Rosehaven Stables, LLC Meriden www.rosehavenstables.com 203-238-1600

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

Appliance Repairs

Will Deliver

203-284-8986 AKC GSD German Shepherd Puppies, OFA, Blk & Tan $1200 neg, Ready Aug 22. http://www.pawsnplay.us 203-651-9145 HORSE CARE NEEDED Part Time AM & PM Experience preferred but will train the right person. 203-213-8833

NISSAN MURANO 2007 All Wheel Drive, 4 Door Stock# 12-552A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy (203) 818-3300

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AMANA White French Door Refrigerator. In Excellent Condition. 5 years old. Asking $750. (203) 697-9242 CLASSIC Double Bed and Dresser. Very nice, light brown wood. Dresser with full Mirror, Bed Includes: Headboard, Frame, Box spring Mattress. Classic Design. $500. 860-839-0501.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE OFFICE Desks, HON brand, 30 x 60 w/medium oak finish. Exc cond! 5 avail; purchase each one for $200, or buy 4 and get the 5th one free! Margaret 203-605-8083 PROFORM 390E ELLIPTICAL, I-pod hookup, bought in 2010. Great condition. Asking $325. For info call 203-530-6113

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

203-235-8431 DON’T SCRAP YOUR CAR Call Jeff. Will Pay Up To $1000 CASH for your CLUNKER! Damage, Rusted, Broken. (203) 213-1142 WANTED Fishing & Hunting Tackle - Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Dave any time 860-463-4359

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS Beginning to Advanced Levels Welcome. Certified Music Teacher. Over 10 yrs prof exp. Call Mark 203-235-1546 Fall Openings Available YAMAHA Clavinova CLP240 Home Digital Piano. Excellent condition, used only a few months. Paid $2,500 new, asking $1,500. Call 860-505-0405

HOUSES FOR RENT BERLIN 4 BR, 2 Baths. 2 Car Garage. Deck, Appliances, Beautiful Yard. Quiet area. Recently Re-Done. $1550/mo. 860 538-9072 MERIDEN 3 or 4 BR Newly renovated. LR, DR. FP. Part finish bsmnt. NEW Appls, Windows, Furn. Fenced yd. Gar. No pets. Quiet area. $1500 860-655-3888 WALLINGFORD. 3 BR, 3 full bath home, hdwd flrs, w/d hookup. Nice area, nice yard. Beautiful. $1700. Call (203) 284-2077 or 203-654-6190

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

WANTED TO BUY

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

203-238-3499 2ND GENERATION Buys costume & Napier jewelry, old Meriden items & metal toys, colored glass & china, pottery, old baby items. 203-639-1002 Always Buying All Contents of Estates. Antique, old toys & collectibles. furniture, costume jewelry, etc. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-379-8731 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

ALWAYS Buying Handtools, Old, used, and antique handtools. Carpentry, Machinist, Engraving and Workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that are no longer being used, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers. Please call Cory 860-322-4367

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN - Crown Village Bldg 7, 1 BR, 1st flr. heat & HW incl. Balcony, storage area, pool, laundry rm, intercom. $750/ mo. + sec. No pets. 203-631-1534

APARTMENTS FOR RENT CHESHIRE: Lg downstairs 1 BR in quiet country setting, near Rt 10, minutes from I-691. Outside patio, on-site laundry, off street parking. $850, incl. heat & hot water. Sec. & references. No pets. Call 860-398-5425.

Flanders West Apts Southington

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable Housing for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older. Amenities Include: Computer Learning Center, TV/ Games Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Off Street Parking, Free Bus Service to local shopping ctrs. On site: Resident Serv. Coord. Small Pets Accepted Please call 860-621-3954 for information. TTY: 711

L AND E PROPERTY MGMT Offers Meriden 2 bdrm, 1st flr apt. $695. plus Sec. & utils. Recently renovated. Call 203886-8808.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl, $845/mo+sec. 1BR, 2nd Fl $801 /mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Laundry. No pets. $900 + utilities Call 203-245-9493 MERIDEN 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Heat & Hot Water Included. Starting at $750. 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160 MERIDEN 1 BR Freshly painted. New carpet. Stove & refrigerator. Off st. parking. $625/mo plus 1 month security. (203) 687-2032

MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd.

1 & 2 BR Available Starting at $650 Heat & HW incl. Off St. Parking. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 2 bdrm. W/D hookup Heat & HW incl. $1000/mo. - 1 mo. sec. Donna 203-640-5620 MERIDEN 2 BEDROOM - $775 With Appliances. Hardwod Floors. Parking. Utils not incl. 1 Mo rent + sec. Credit check. Call before 8pm. 646-345-2636 MERIDEN 2 BR, 1.5 Bath Townhouse. Quiet. Deck. West side. Hookups. Gas heat. Clean, well maintained. No pets. $975 + utils. Credit ck. 203-269-9755 MERIDEN 2BR, 1st flr, newly painted, new carpets, off st parking, LR, DR, lg kit. $750 + 1 mo sec. No pets. 203-464-3083 MERIDEN Cook Avenue 1 BR. 1st fl. Renovated. New paint. $850 includes heat, hot water and electric. (203) 265-4664 MERIDEN Crown Village 2 br. Just renovated. H&H incl. Pool access. $995. per mnth + sec. L & E Prop Mgmt 203-886-8808. MERIDEN Fully Furnished Private & Clean. 1 BR, LR, Kit & pvt bath. $675/mo. Lease & sec deposit req. No pets. Also, 3 rms unfurnished. 203-235-2372 MERIDEN Large 2 bedrm 2nd floor. New windows. No pets. Sec 8 Approved $750 month Avail Now Mike (860) 305-1642 MERIDEN- 3 BR, 6 RMS, 2nd flr, 504 E. Main. Clean, convenient, nice. Appls w/W/D incl. Avail Sept. $1050. 203-686-1987 or 203-427-7990 No pets. MERIDEN- SMALL Efficiency All utilities included. $450/mo +1 Month Security. Call for info: (646) 345-2636 MERIDEN- West side, 1 BR, 2nd FL. Includes Heat, HW & Elec. Oak Flooring. Very Clean! $860/ mo+sec 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN. 3 BR, 1st flr, freshly painted. stove, refrig, off st parking, private porch, private laundry rm with w/d hookups. $975/mo. (203) 687-2032 MERIDEN. Efficiency, $600/mo. 1 mos security. Available now. 203-903-6413 SOUTHINGTON 1 BR, 4 Room, 2nd fl apt. Near The Hospital of Central CT. Central air, w/ appliances. Utils not incl. Refs & Sec req. Call (860) 621-2693 SUMMER SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868

APARTMENTS FOR RENT Under New Management MERIDEN STUDIOS & 1 BRs We offering a special! 1ST Month’s Rent Free with a credit score of 650 or over. Please call 203-630-2841 WALFD 2 Bed, 2nd FL, Glass Porch, Appliances, WD hookup. Storage. Off st parking. No Pets. Very clean. Dead end st. Owner /Agent. $850. 203-269-7348

WALLINGFORD 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $725 203-213-6175 or 203-376-2160 WALLINGFORD 1 BR, 1st Floor. Clean. Stove & fridge. Off st. parking. Nice location. $675/ mo. Sec & refs. 203-605-6034

WALLINGFORD 1st fl. 2br/5rm. Good locale. Fully Appl. W to W. No pets. Util not incl. Lease & sec req. $900 per mo. 203-848-7955 WALLINGFORD 1STFloor, 5 RMs Appliances - Dishwasher & Washer/Dryer Included No pets. Security. $995 203-269-0428 WALLINGFORD 2 BR Large Apt, 3rd Fl. 21-23 Academy St, near Choate. New kitchen, fully applianced. WD hookup. $925. Avail 9/1 (203) 265-9871 WALLINGFORD Centrally located. Quiet area. 1st flr. 4 Rms, 2 BR, Stove & refrigerator. Hdwd. 1st FL. Off St parking, Hookups. No smoking. No pets. $895+ Sec. 860-575-4915 WALLINGFORD. 1 BR, 2nd flr, clean & cheerful, w/d hookup, off st parking, walking distance to downtown. No pets, no smoking. $800 + sec. Call (203) 265-1070 WALLINGFORD. 4 rms, 3rd flr, w/d hookup, off st parking. $775/mo plus sec. Call (203) 949-0503 after 5pm WALLINGFORD. Intown location, 2 BRs, 2nd flr, private entrance. $825/mo. Call 203269-9585. WLFD. Avail 9/1, 2 BR, 2nd flr with appls, w/d hookup, gas heat, c/a, off st pkg. No pets, smoking or utils. $850/mo. 2 mos sec, refs. 203-265-0890.

ROOMS FOR RENT 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 Clean, Safe Room. 203-634-8084 Utilities & fridge included. Share kitchen/bath. $120 per week - plus security.

GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT

Wallingford/Durham 10’ x 20’ & 20’ X 45’ With electricity & heat Available Now. 203-751-1977

HOUSES FOR SALE

BUICK Rendezvous 2002 Silver, 80K miles on new engine, 4WD, 4 door, automatic, leather interior, heated seats, LOADED!!!! $4,500/OBO. Call 203-238-4210

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MERIDEN 128 Gale Avenue. 2 Family, Highly desirable location, property sold as is. 1520 sq ft, under .5 acre. Each floor has kitchen, bedroom, living room, bathroom. $140,000. 203-710-6661

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BERLIN New Construction $309,900. Reasonably priced quality new home to be built in Berlin. 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, in quiet established neighborhood. Still time to work with builder. Agents welcome.

Please inquire at 860-828-5661 or 860-614-2741 HOUSES FOR SALE

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE WOLCOTT 2 bdrm., 2 1/2 baths. 2 Decks, AC, FP, Garage. Proff. Community, Close to Swim, Fish, Walking Trails. Sorry no pets. Price reduced for quick sale, $149900. Call 860-919-3241 9am to 8pm.

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE MERIDEN-$299,900 3BR, 2.5 bath Colonial on cul-de-sac in So. Meriden. Very spacious open fl plan is perfect for entertaining. Has walk-out bsmt, great size bdrms, & nice yard. Call Toni Falcone 203235-3300

MERIDEN. Remodeled 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath modern Ranch with wrap around deck and a master suite. Reduced to $199,000. Possible owner financing. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-235-1381 MERIDEN. Remodeled 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath modern Ranch with wrap around deck and a master suite. Reduced to $199,000. Possible owner financing. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-235-1381

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD. $79,900 Located in Yalesville Square, is just like new! Open fl. Plan, vaulted ceilings, MBR w/ full ba, beautiful kit. w/ dining rm area, 2 car paved drive & a 24x8 covered porch. Call Nicky Waltzer 203-265-5618

Digital Sales Consultant BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES DUMPSTER COMPANY For Sale Profitable, well established. Trucks & Dumpsters included. 860-305-4348 or 866-404-4247

HELP WANTED

WALLINGFORD. $109,900. Spacious 2 bedroom Townhouse. Remodeled kitchen and baths, Hardwood floors throughout. Finished lower level. Condo fees include heat and hot water. Call Nicky Waltzer at 203-265-5618

CNC MACHINIST-FT CNC MACHINIST- Set up, Production, work to close tolerance. 5 years experience. CiDRA Precision Services, LLC Wallingford. Send resume to HR@cidracps.com COOK LYMAN FARMS INC., MIDDLEFIELD, CT needs 1 temporary workers 8/15/2012 to 11/1/2012, work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. $10.56 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860-263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559090. Cooking for a large and diverse group of employees. Must be knowledgeable in safe food handling and proper sanitation. Prepare and cook food for all meals. Keep kitchen, dining and prep area clean and sanitized. Work with camp manager to plan and prepare weekly menu and meal times which may vary daily. Help unload trucks, do inventory, and store food safely upon delivery. Must prepare and serve breakfast, snack, lunch and dinner. One year of Labor Camp cook experience required. Must work daily hours set up by camp manager which require split shifts to accommodate all mealtimes.

A local, dynamic, fast-paced financial services office seeks an Office Professional to work in Berlin, CT. Qualifications include great people skills, a strong customer-service orientation, and organizational abilities. Good telephone skills, computer knowledge, and verbal and writing skills also are necessary. 25/hrs per week, weekdays, flex times. Must include 2 hrs during evening, flexible day. If you are interested in this position, please mail resume to: Office Professional Opening c/o Pam Miscia Thrivent Financial 953 Farmington Ave Berlin, CT 06037 Fax (860) 828-8865 email: pam.miscia@thrivent.com

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Get on the bus with us! DATTCO, CT's largest private school bus company is looking for the industry's BEST School Bus Drivers for our Middletown and Durham locations. If you currently have a valid CDL-PS we are looking for you! CDL is not a must. We will provide all of the free training you will need to be successful! At DATTCO you can bring your children to work with you! Call DATTCO today 860-635-8234 ext 5600 or apply online! www.dattco.com DATTCO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

MEDICAL CAREERS NURSES! Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, needs experienced nurses to fill the following positions: Baylors (RNs/LPNs) - Sat/Sun, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., (at least 3 years of long term care experience, Short Term Rehab a plus) RNs - 2 positions: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 40 hours; 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., 32 hours, (at least 3 years of long term care experience) MMCI offers very competitive wages and benefits. 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

HELP WANTED CLERICAL/LEGAL SECRETARY Full Time - Cheshire Law Firm Email resume to: linda.p@doddlawfirmct.com DRIVERS. Rapid growing grocery hauler. New Pay Package & Awesome Benefits. Sign On Bonus. Newer Trucks. Local/ Regional. CDL-A, 3yrs Exp. 800397-1813

JOB FAIR Meriden DOL 85 West Main Street Meriden, CT 06451 Wednesday 8/15/12 9am-11am CNC Set Up/Oper/Programmers QC/Asmbly/Pick/Pack Infinistaff (860) 223-5100 LYMAN FARMS INC., MIDDLEFIELD, CT needs 11 temporary workers 8/15/2012 to 11/1/2012, work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. $10.56 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559092. May perform any combination of tasks related to the planting, cultivating, and processing of fruit and vegetable crops including, but not limited to, driving, operating, adjusts and maintains farm machines, preparing soil, planting, pruning, weeding, thinning, spraying, irrigating, mowing, harvesting, grading, packing. May use hand tools such as shovel, pruning saw, and hoe. 1 month experience in duties listed required.

HELP WANTED

HAVE OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER? Willing to do brain scans or a medication study? (HIC2100,614) Pays up to $400. Call Yale OCD Research Clinic: 203-974-7523 ● Sales ● Service ●

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FT/PT HVAC and/or Mechanical background a +. Competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Retirement benefits available. Apply in person Tues, Wed or Fri. 9-5 at DEAN’S STOVE & SPA 120 West Main St., Plantsville Or fax resume: 860-621-3258 Drug Free/EOE PAINTERS-Commercial Immed work for exp’d painters Need valid DL, vehicle. Background ck. Call 860 224-7366. EOE ROGERS ORCHARD, SOUTHINGTON, CT needs 8 temporary workers 8/15/2012 to 10/31/2012. Work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. $10.56 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860-263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559089. May perform any combination of tasks related to the production and harvesting of fruit including pruning, thinning, hoeing, planting, irrigating, mowing, fertilizing and harvesting. Workers will be using straight and step ladders and will be required to lift approx 40 lbs while descending and ascending ladder on a sustained basis. At least 2 months experience in duties listed required.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST Seeking a high energy individual to manage patient reception and front desk duties in eyecare clinic. Desire strong people skills and organization. Bilingual helpful. Email resume to eyecarejobs@att.net

HELP WANTED PAINTING Sub Contractors & Carpenters wanted. Residential/ Comm work. Please call 1-800-462-3782 Ext 1279 PHARMACY CLERK Monday - Friday 8am -1pm PHARMACY TECHS PT Nights, Evenings, Weekends Apply in person Hancock Pharmacy 840 East Main Street, Meriden (203) 235-6323 PIZZA DELIVERY DRIVER: Day & Evening Hours Available. Call Amore Apizza 203-265-2379 Ask for Cheryl or Eddie RECEPTIONIST/Data Entry PTQB a plus. Wallingford MFG Co. Fax resume to: 203-269-2998 or email admin@mikcotech.com RESTAURANT Looking for part time counter help, weeknights and weekends available. Looking for someone reliable, personable, with experience on a cash register. Good starting pay. Part time dishwasher, Fri & Sat evenings. Please apply in person, Dino’s, 540 Washington Ave, No. Haven SHIP/REC Clerk full time pos. Must have basic computer skills & knowledge of auto parts. Great pay & Benefits. Please call 860-301-2330 leave message SLIDERS GRILL & BAR Now Hiring Line Cooks in our Southington Location Please apply online at: www.slidersgrillbar.com TEACHERS Full & Part Time (afternoons). Exp needed. CDA preferred. Please send resume to seeusgrow@yahoo.com TOWN of Cheshire invites only qualified applicants to apply prior to August 31, 2012 for the position of Mechanic I (PW-4). Current starting hourly rate is $26.49/hr. See the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect.org for information. The Town of Cheshire is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

WASTEWATER OPERATOR I The Town of Southington is seeking a Wastewater Operator I. Connecticut DEP Operator Certification, Class II minimum, and a CDL with tanker endorsement are required. Lab and collection system experience are preferable. This is a full time (40 hr.) entry level job with rotating weekend and emergency overtime required. Salary is $23.74 per hour. If qualified, further information from John De Gioia Town of Southington WPCF 999 Meriden Waterbury Tpk. Plantsville, CT 06479 or (860) 628-8530 or degioiaj@southington.org Applications may be downloaded at www.southington.org

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, August 16, 2012

SALE DATES: Thurs. Aug. 16 - Aug. 22, 2012

JOB LOT

2999

Stretch-On Book Covers

25 lb Nyjer Thistle Seed

Standard or large sizes

25 lb Signature Blend Wild Bird Food

Comp. $2-$4 Your Choice

Your Choice

20 lb Country Blend Wild Bird Food

Official Wellco Military Boots

Reg. $90

Reg. $155

NOW

Reg. $160

18' Round ......39.99

Styles vary by store

Ladies Hiking Boots & Trail Shoes

Your Choice

299

NOW

Concentrated Stabilized Chlorines

Reg. $155

NOW

Styles vary by store

Compare $259

169

799

SYLVANIA®

359

100

Magnum 12’x12’ Gazebo

130

Compare $200

219

130

10’x20’ Pop-up Gazebo Compare $140

Long or Short Sleeve Tops

All Readers Compare $15-$20

Mens & Ladies Dorm Pants

Broadcloth or flannel Compare $20

All Marseilles Studio Artist Pads

30% off!

9"x12" Hardcover Field Sketch Book

11”x14" or

11”x15” ..........$3.75 Our reg. $4.99 Our reg. $5.99

T-Leg Ironing Board with Pad & Cover OR SUNBEAM® Deluxe Auto-off Iron

Compare $19.99 YOUR CHOICE

Assorted styles & colors Compare $45-$50

YOUR CHOICE

Victoria Collection 640,000 Points of Yarn Per Sq. Meter

2’x4’

2’4”x5.............. 30 $ 3’3”x5’4”........ 40 $ 2’2”x8’............. 50 $ 5’5”x8’3”..... 100 $ 7’9”x11’6”... 200

Made in Italy

600 items to choose from! Pens, Pencils, Notebooks, Binders, Markers, Bookcovers, Rulers, Protractors & more!

1251612

4 Shelf

5 Shelf

Compare $39-$79

Cutter® Backwoods® or Skinsations® Insect Repellents

7.5 oz Your Choice

450

Wasp & Hornet OR Ant, Roach & Spider Killer

1999

Repel Sportsman Insect Repellent 6.5 oz

Your Choice

Driveway Sealers

Aluminum Beach Chair

SAVE

4 position high back EZ in & out seat

12”x48” Over The Door Mirror

Comp. $20

16 $20

Chair

LATEX-ITE®

Sofa or Loveseat

Compare $59-$149

Compare $12

All Flavors. Case-24

2 Shelf

Sure Fit Slip Cover Closeout at 70% savings! ®

Super Bug Zapper

School Supplies!

499

3 Shelf

Polar Soda & Seltzer

Book Cases

Heavyweight, 100% cotton, S-2XL Compare $30

YOUR CHOICE

Weathered Jersey Henleys

Dickies® EA Sports® Young Adult Backpacks

Sling Backpacks

Department Store Cancellation!

100% cotton, S-2XL Compare $20

Assorted styles

9”x12" .............$1.75 Our reg. $2.49

Long Sleeve T’s

Arizona Blue® Rugged Equipment™ Young Adult Backpacks

Compare $40

Famous Sporting Goods Label

Comp. $18.99

Pants

Wicks moisture side pockets Black, navy, grey

Men’s Performance Shorts

Compare $15-$30

Compare $40

Famous Maker!

SAVE 58%

Famous Outdoor Retailer! Tops

Capri Closeout!

Lots of moisture management styles!

2/$

1,999

All Famous Department Store Labels!

Compare $6 & more

Ladies Active Wear

Sold nationally for $3,450

139

Garment dyed 100% Cotton. Great colors! Comp. $24

Express II 10’x10’ Gazebo

SAVE $1,450

Sheeting Capris

Compare $200

5 Star HVAC Rating

Model # MF3800 2,200 sq ft. Pellet/Multifuel Burning Stove

Save 75%

Your Choice

Cumberland Stove Works® • Heat up to 2,200 sq. ft.• Produces up to 45,000 BTU/HR

Compare $179

Hanes® & More Tanks, Scoop Necks, V-necks & more!

WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!

20”x10.75”x23”

6000w surge10hp engine 12 gall tank- Low oil shut-off. Removable control panel

Auto off function, Continuous drain hose function

169

•Adjustable footbrace system •Padded backrest Compare $349.99

Pagoda 13’x13’ Gazebo

Duraflame Stove

5000W Generator

25 Pint Electronic Digital Dehumidifier

8’6” Sit in Kayak

Compare $139.99

13’4” Angler 160 Kayak

Adjustable seat back rest - Capacity 420lbs

Wood cabinet - 1500 watts heats up to 1800 sq ft. Digital LED remote

4 lbs

100 SQ FT OF SHADE

6-Element Infrared Heater

7 lbs..............$29.99 15 lbs..............$59.99 25 lbs..............$79.99

Tees

Compare $20

Reg. $130

499

3” Jumbo Tabs • Quick Tabs • 8 oz Sticks

Amica Trail Gore-tex

Amica Mid Gore-tex

Hoody

Compare $40

1 Gallon

New England Patriots!

21' Round ......59.99

Algaecide 1 Gallon or Clarifier

Amica Lite

NOW

Compare $20

Powdered Shock 1 Lb or Liquid Shock

Reg. $130

Poster Puzzle 150 pieces - 24”x36”......9.99

24' Round ......69.99 28' Round .......89.99 In Ground Pool Covers 18'x36' ..........79.99 12'x24' ..........39.99 20'x40' ..........99.99 16'x24' ..........54.99 25'x45' .......129.99 16'x32' ..........64.99 30'x50' .......159.99 16'x36' ..........69.99

8 Styles to choose from

150 pieces - 15”x12.5”

(includes winch and cable)

15' Round ......29.99

Amica Mid

One Direction Puzzles

Above Ground Pool Covers

NOW

Compare $39.99

WINTER POOL COVERS!

Reg. $220

NOW

599

COMMERCIAL GRADE

Waterproof Steel Toe Combat

Ripple Sole Military

Steel Toe Desert

Prestige™ Downy Queen Size Air Mattress

Classic Twin Air Bed

Marine, Army, Navy, Air Force or Coast Guard 15 Styles for Men & Women

Hot Weather Jungle Combat

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Ocean State

50 lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed

Airport Grade

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7’ Sunblock Lined Tilting Beach Umbrella

Optimum Pro

2499

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