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Blumenthal sits down with Citizen staff By Charles Kreutzkamp
“Rail transportation is at the very top of my agenda,” Blumenthal said, discussU.S. Senator Richard ing the Hartford Line that Blumenthal visited the offices will be entering service at of the Record-Journal and the Berlin train station next met with weeklies reporters year. The Democrat believes for a 40-minute interview transportation and “healthy infrastructure” are critical April 3. The Berlin Citizen
for economic growth and job creation, but that safety must be improved. “Collisions that occur on tracks are a major problem across the country,” Blumenthal said. One such incident happened in Berlin last year. The senator noted that many accidents occur at
crossings without whistles or lights, and that better engineering, education, and enforcement is needed. When asked about the use of misleading statistics in politics, Blumenthal said “that is a major frustration for me, because I look at some news
reports and think to myself, what is the source of those statistics?” Even when statistics are sourced, they may be misleading. Blumenthal thinks more attention should be paid to independent See Blumenthal / Page 2
Seizure causes crash into gas station Late spring impacts local agriculture By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
A car crashed into the Irving Gas station on the Berlin Turnpike April 2. Police say the driver suffered a seizure and lost control of the vehicle. No injuries were reported, including to the driver. Getachew “Getch” Dires, owner of Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza Express, located at the site, said he was able to reopen at 2 p.m. April 3 after the location passed inspection. Automotive chemicals were spilled due to the crash. Getch said he was pleased no one was hurt and is looking forward to celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Randy’s franchise this summer. Staff at the Irving Gas station confirmed that the location reopened April 3, but deferred com- Berlin police and firefighters survey the scene of a car crash into the ment to the corporate office, which Irving Gas station building on the Berlin Turnpike April 2. did not respond. | Berlin Police Department Facebook
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With snow still on the ground in April, the long winter is taking a bite out of area growers’ production and profits in Berlin, Cheshire, and Durham. “Mother nature does what she wants,” said Alex Arisco of Arisco Farms in Cheshire. The cold has “slowed down a lot of the growth,” even in greenhouses, which depend on sunlight. Energy bills for heated greenhouses have also risen dramatically. “Once in a while we get a mild winter, but it never makes up for all the tough ones we get. We’ve got to tighten our belts.” Arisco Farms grows flowers for Easter and Mother’s Day, as well as some edible plants. See Agriculture / Page 6
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Blumenthal fact-checking organizations such as Media Matters and the Washington Post’s “Pinocchio rating.” “I always try to make sure I have a source,” Blumenthal said, referencing a recent press conference where he urged Connecticut taxpayers owed a total of $13 million under the earned income tax credit to file their taxes before the deadline. “These numbers come from the IRS,” Blumenthal said, noting that those who could receive the earned income tax credit are lower income Americans. Blumenthal thinks political polarization in Washington and “paralysis” is a complex problem, but believes two simple changes could lead to significant improvement: eliminating the filibuster and the Hastert Rule. The senator said he “opposed the filibuster from the very start of my fall term, when there were only 17 of us … I do believe support for abolishing the filibuster is building,” both because of the
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“growing frustration,” and because it has been overused, with filibusters skyrocketing in recent years. The Hastert Rule allows the speaker of the house to not allow votes on bills that would otherwise pass, Blumenthal noted, which prevents Republicans and Democrats from building coalitions together. The senator said Speaker of the House John Boehner has used the rule to prevent passage of “commonsense gun regulation,” in the form of background checks and other limited provisions, and the DREAM Act, which would have provided visas to “provide more of the skilled labor our businesses need.” “We can work together,” Blumenthal said, noting that these bills had support from members of both parties, but that the rules in the house and the senate have prevented majority rule. Gerrymandering of House districts is another significant problem, according to Blumenthal, along with campaign financing that “tends to drive people to appeal to their base of support,” with both sides going to “extremes.” “I tend to be a centrist myself,” Blumenthal said, noting collaborative efforts he has made with Republicans, including working on veterans issues with Sen. John McCain. “I stood next to the President with John McCain as he signed” the Clay Hunt bill to prevent suicides and improve treatment of mental illness among veterans. “This is a problem with Connecticut ties and it affects all America. It’s a national disgrace for the strongest, greatest country in the world to fail to provide mental healthcare for veterans.” Johanna Eldridge, the wife
of Justin Eldridge of Waterford, a veteran who took his own life, attended the bill signing at Blumenthal’s invitation. When asked about what some call “the Warren wing,” of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal said he thinks the divide among Democrats over issues Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren has championed has been exaggerated. Blumenthal is currently working with Warren on addressing the college debt problem by lowering interest rates and increasing Pell grants. “We have $1.3 trillion in college debt,” Blumenthal noted, the largest debt apart from mortgages in America. “It cramps our economy because a student graduating with debt can’t buy a home, begin a family, or start a new business. It is suffocating for that individual for years and years.” “I have been a strong advocate of consumer issues,” Blumenthal said, working with Warren on consumer protections “protecting veterans from for-profit college schemes” that specifically target their benefits, and payday loans. “I don’t view that as left-wing, I view that as basic consumer protection.” Blumenthal worked to force General Motors to set up a compensation fund for victims of the company’s ignition switch defects, and to force money to be returned to individuals who were being charged for cell phone services they did not want and did not consent to. “On some issues I may not necessarily agree with Elizabeth Warren … (but) I think there is less division than there may appear … I think she provides a useful and important voice,”
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal visits the Record-Journal building in Meriden. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen said Blumenthal, who thinks “protecting people from the excesses of Wall Street” is an issue that has “come to Main Street.”
In next week’s edition, Blumenthal discusses autonomous vehicles, head injuries in football, and his stance on gun control.
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Saturday, April 11 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., has scheduled its spring open house for Saturday, April 11, 1 to 4 p.m. View new exhibits on tinware and geology. Berlin native, Major Jason W. Warren, Ph.D., is scheduled to talk about his book on the Great Narragansett War. To register for the book talk, call (860) 828-5114. The event is free.
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Saturday, April 18 Boys lacrosse - BHS at Bunnell, 4 p.m. Relay for Life - Relay for Life has scheduled a Paint the Town Purple meeting for Saturday, April 18, 9:30 a.m., at CVS, 1055 Farmington Ave. All interested volunteers are welcome.
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Charlie, left, is a handsome, classic brown tabby. He is easygoing, friendly, loving and good with children. He recently returned to the shelter because the owner could not keep him due to a severe asthmatic reaction. He is ready to be back in a home right away. Tiger, right, is a gorgeous, Maine Coon mix. He is quiet and sensitive and loves attention. He could use a loving, nurturing home to build his confidence. View all of the adoptable pets at www.fobac.org. For more information, call (860) 828-5287 or email fobac.pets@yahoo.com.
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Sunday, April 26 Relay for Life - Relay for Life has scheduled a pancake breakfast for Sunday, April 26, 8 to 11:30 a.m., at the New Britain Senior Center, 55 Pearl St., New Britain. Proceeds benefit Berlin Relay for Life.
Monday, April 27 Baseball - BHS at Bulkeley, 4 p.m. Softball - BHS vs. Bulkeley, 4 p.m. Boys tennis - BHS vs. Tolland, 3:45 p.m. Girls tennis - BHS at E.O. Smith, 3:45 p.m.
Tuesday, April 28 Track - BHS at Platt, 3:45 p.m. Boys lacrosse - BHS vs. Windsor, 6 p.m.
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Baseball - BHS vs. Maloney, 6 p.m. Boys tennis - BHS at South Wednesday, April 22 Windsor, 3:45 p.m. Girls tennis - BHS at Baseball - BHS vs. Platt, Glastonbury, 3:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Boys lacrosse - BHS at Softball - BHS at Platt, 3:45 Farmington, 4 p.m. p.m. Girls tennis - BHS at Newington, 3:45 p.m.
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Breakfast - SVEA Social Club, 999 Kensington Road, Baseball - BHS at Hall, 3:45 has scheduled its May Breakfast Buffet for Sunday, May p.m. Softball - BHS vs. Sims- 3, 11 a.m. A fee is charged. For more information, (860) bury, 3:45 p.m. Boys tennis - BHS at 828-9447. Wethersfield, 3:45 p.m. Girls tennis - BHS vs. South Follow us on Twitter: Windsor, 3:45 p.m.
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Unwise, unwanted spending Over the last few weeks, there has been a couple of letters from Democratic Town Council members and commissioners criticizing Republican Town Council members for our “no” vote for one of the grants for future development on Farmington Avenue. What these letters failed to point out was that most of the Town Council’s votes to accept or approve applications for federal or state grant money for the 889, 903 and 193 Farmington Avenue properties, came prior to the Nov. 4, 2014 police station referendum vote. And at the time of the vote, it made sense to have these grant items locked up in case the referendum to spend $21 million for a police station in this location was approved by the voters of Berlin. Now that the taxpaying voters of Berlin have
officials to actively soundly rejected the promote economic police station projand real estate deect at $21 million at velopment, town this location, would officials should not it still be wise to be actually involved spend our tax dollars in private real estate (regardless of where development. these tax dollars The Democratic come from) on this Brendan leadership (both property until we Luddy elected and apfind out how the Popointed) of Berlin, lice Commission is going to revise and resubmit may have too much of an their statement of need, and, emotional attachment to this extremely polluted site as a result, the location of our new police station? Why on Farmington Avenue, and feel we should keep spendshould the Town of Berlin ing your tax dollars, in hopes get involved with private that somehow, this will spur economic development in this area if the police station economic development here in Berlin. There still is a very project is moved to a less costly unknown at the 889 costly location? If the new Farmington Ave. property, police station is no lonas the Town Council was ger slated to be built at the presented with an estimate Kensington Furniture/Kraft of nearly $2 million for a Foods site, shouldn’t we permanent underground-waconsider selling this propter recovery system that may erty to a private developer? While it’s okay for our town be needed at this site. Test-
ing of the site is still ongoing, with uncertain results forthcoming. It’s seems to me, that our current and past Democratic leaders feel it is more important to secure government grant money, and all the strings attached with it, so that our town can be redeveloped in someone else’s vision, a vision shared by mostly unelected Hartford government officials who don’t live here. And that’s why, in my view, the location of the Kensington Furniture/Kraft Foods site for the new police station was chosen and not because it was the best site or location or best price, but because government grant money could be secured, for “Transit Oriented Development” (T.O.D), which will lead to, among other things, high density housing and parking garages.
The Kensington Furniture and Kraft Foods sites, if properly developed by an experienced real estate developer, could easily yield $75-100,000 in tax revenue annually — it is a prime piece of commercial real estate. A new police station on Farmington Avenue would not pay any taxes. Or can this state grant money be used for other badly needed infrastructure issues such as road repairs throughout all of Berlin, Kensington, and East Berlin? I urge local Democrats who have been criticizing Republican Town Councilors to get the facts straight and stop spinning select information to serve themselves and the agenda of Hartford officials who don’t reside in our town. The writer is a Republican Town Councilor.
CFPA opposes $2 million cuts to state parks By Charles Kreutzkamp
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Gov. Dannel Malloy’s proposed budget cuts to state parks of approximately $2 million were met with oppo-
sition from the Connecticut Forest and Park Association, headquartered in the Rockfall section of Middlefield. “We were surprised and disappointed to see the cuts that were proposed, though
it is a difficult year and we understand there is a lot of pressure on the budget,” said executive director of CFPA Eric Hammerling. Hammerling believes state parks “contribute greatly to
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the state’s economy and are not areas that make sense for a cut.” He pointed to a University of Connecticut study that found an annual economic boon of $1.2 billion from state parks, including from hunting and fishing activities. “We probably all appreciate, intuitively, the importance of parks and state forests, but it is particularly useful to have some ‘hard numbers’ on their economic
value,” UConn economics professor and director of the Connecticut Center for Economic Analysis Fred Carstensen told UConn Today shortly after the study was released. That study found $544 million in state revenue related to tourism, $264 million in revenue from fishing, and $100 million from hunting. Hammerling said the study See Parks / Page 11
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BOE member Carbone resigns Board of Education member Stefanie Carbone has submitted her resignation from the Board of Education, according to BOE president Gary Brochu. In a letter submitted to the Town Clerk, Carbone’s resignation stated she has relocated and will no longer reside in Berlin. Carbone was elected to the Board of Education in 2013. In her announcement to the board concerning her need to resign, she expressed regret at having to leave her work on the board and the satisfaction
Found property The Berlin Police Department has found a safe in the Sprucebrook Road area. If you believe this to be your property, call Officer Aimee Krzykowski at (860) 8286120. You will be required to describe the safe in detail in order to claim it.
she received from serving. Brochu noted Carbone’s exemplary service, stating that “despite her relatively short time on the board, Stefanie brought significant insight to board debate and decisions, not only based on her educational background and experience, but due to her remarkable sense of humanity and commitment to
children. She will be missed, both by the board and me, personally.” The resignation of Carbone leaves the Board of Education with eight members. Berlin residents interested in being appointed to serve on the board to fill the vacancy left by Carbone should call (860) 828-6581. — Press Release
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also attributed 9,000 jobs to state parks and forests, and found that every dollar spent on state parks resulted in $38 of benefits to the Connecticut economy. Hammerling said it even makes sense to invest more in state parks, and that the cuts may result in “things of value being lost,” including seasonal jobs. Malloy’s press office did not return requests for comment March 25 and 27. The budget also proposed eliminating funding for the Council on Environmental Quality, for savings of some $140,000 per year. CEQ was founded in 1971 and is an independent agency that looks at progress toward air, land, water and wildlife goals. Hammerling pointed out the organization employs only two paid staff members and has an all-volunteer council. He said that although the budget proposal claims to transfer responsibilities from CEQ to DEEP, a great deal of the organization’s value lies in its independence from the state government, which “makes it an effective watchdog agency … some of the recommendations CEQ makes are geared to more effective environmental agency operations, and that is essential for Connecticut.” Office of Policy and Management Secretary Benjamin Barnes, Malloy’s budget chief, told The Connecticut Mirror that DEEP itself is an environmental watchdog and that it made sense to have DEEP take over CEQ’s responsibilities. The Mirror pointed out that cutting state park funding has been “a favorite target of governors and legislatures looking to save a few bucks” especially since the economic crash of 2008. Connecticut and Rhode Island are now the only states that use the state’s general fund exclusively for state parks.
State Sen. Ted Kennedy Jr., who represents the 12th Senate District, created legislation to fund state parks with voluntary $5 donations included in motor vehicle registrations. The donations, however, are structured to be “opt-out,” with the box to donate already checked. Car owners who do not wish to contribute need to specifically opt out from the donation on the form. Structuring the funds as a donation prevents the state from raiding the money for other purposes. “This idea is not to replace the general fund commitment,” Kennedy told The Mirror. “It’s to augment the general fund commitment.” The senator told The Mirror the strategy has been used successfully by several states. “I spent some time studying what are some of the things we should at least be considering.” Kennedy said that funding methods used by other states are “not going to fly,” such as increasing sales tax or real estate transfer taxes.
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The Senior Safe Driving class for drivers age 60 and over, is scheduled for Tuesday, AARP April 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Senior Center. Sponsored by AARP Chapter 3035, the class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premium. Registration is required. For more information, call Barbara vocalist Ashley Cruz is planned.
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Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, April 13: Grape juice, garlic baked chicken with spinach and Parmesan cheese, rice pilaf, cauliflower,
pumpernickel bread, lemon pudding. Tuesday, April 14: Open face roast beef sandwich with gravy, Lyonnaise potatoes, green beans, white bread, pineapple chunks. Wednesday, April 15: Potato leek soup, turkey loaf with cranberry gravy, orzo, Romaine salad, 12 grain bread,
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programs. For more informa- for ages 3 to 7 is scheduled for tion, call (860) 828-7009. Saturday, April 18. The derby for ages 8 to 15 is scheduled Youth fishing derbies for Saturday, April 25. Pre-registration, by Friday The Berlin Parks and Rec- before the derby, is required. reation Department has The pond is closed to the scheduled its annual youth public Friday, April 17 and fishing derbies at Sage Park Friday, April 24. Call (860) Pond, 8 to 10 a.m. The derby 828-7009.
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Membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 10 a.m., at Par for the Course Restaurant, at Timberlin Golf Course. For more Jim Bryers took over the information, contact Patty BHS boys golf program in Smith at (860) 828-1998 or 1993 from the legendary inswomanct@aol.com. coach Don Bates, a national coach of the year and a member of both the Connecticut Coaches and Berlin Athletic Hall of Fame. Bryers coached boys golf for 16 seasons, compiling an overall record of 299-106-7. His teams won 11 Northwest Conference championships and four state championships, in 1993, 2000, 2001 and 2004. Bryers never expected to win a state championship in his first year of coaching after it took Bates 44 years to win his first. He accomplished this with one senior, one junior and three freshmen. His teams were also state runners-up in 2002, 2003 and 2007. The boys team also won the Pisk Memorial Tournament three times, in 2004, 2006 and 2007. Also, Bryers started the BHS girls golf program in 1994. During his coaching ca-
reer, he was selected as the CHSCA Golf Coach of the Year and was a member of the CIAC golf committee. Bryers was an educator for 37-plus years, having graduated from Newington High School in 1965 and going on to attain his BS in mathematics and his MS in education from CCSU. He started his teaching career in Seymour in 1970 before moving to McGee Middle School in September of that year and then onto Berlin High School. According to Bryers, the one constant throughout his career was the wonderful students with whom he was honored to spend his over 37 years. Bryers married Kathryn Roby Bryers, also an educator at Berlin High School, in 1972, and they have two children: son Adam and his wife, Emily Merris Bryers and their son Christian James Bryers of Meriden, and daughter Robyn Bryers and her spouse Batya Elliney of Prescott, Arizona.
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Redcoat teams ready for spring Baseball Head coach: Leo Veleas (28th season). Last season: The Redcoats finished the regular season 19-1 and earned the top spot in the Class L tournament before falling in the second round to East Lyme, 4-3. Key losses: There were plenty: Mitch Williams, Kyle Naples, Greg Konowski, Dave Condon and Daren Grabowski were among the many lost to graduation. This season: Seniors Jared Gallagher and Danny Garofalo will look to lead the rotation while seniors Alec Norton and Logan Taricani will lead a much younger lineup. Outlook: After so many losses from last season’s team, 2015 could be filled with setbacks in all facets of Berlin’s on field performance. Yet Gallagher and Garofalo had such successful junior campaigns that watching them work on the mound could very well make up for any shortcomings elsewhere. Analysis: Losing so many key cogs in a 20-win season will be difficult to replace, yet Veleas and his staff have overcome plenty in the past. Expect a return to the postseason with another strong showing in the CCC South thanks to stellar play from the class of 2015.
(infield/outfield/pitcher) will lead the squad, with contributions expected from sophomores Vanessa Reimer (shortstop) and Jackie Arute. Outlook: The team enjoyed a two-year run that was fueled by the on-field excellence of the class of 2014. With that group now gone, Pires will look to his current seniors to help make the transition a smooth one. Natural athletes like Anderson, Guild and Germano should make it an easy transition, even if the wins are more difficult to come by. Analysis: While there is plenty of pop held over from last year’s lineup, the biggest question marks will be on the mound for Berlin. Harris is irreplaceable, yet someone still needs to step up and pitch. If Pires can find a surprise in the stable or a committee that works, the playoffs will be well within reach. If not,
and Kevin Russell (hurdles/ board should allow the boys sprints) and sophomore to notch off a few more wins Mitch Maslowski (sprints/ in dual meets throughout the it’ll take every ounce of of- long jump) will look to lead season. fense this team has – and it the team. Analysis: Berlin’s short has plenty – to make a postOutlook: Despite losing track should be vastly imseason push. talent in unique areas, Han- proved in the scorebook. bury is confident that Berlin’s While they may not always squad as a whole will be much be able to take home first Boys outdoor more balanced overall. Better Head coach: Rick Han- balance and depth across the See Notes / Page 16 bury (22nd season). Assistant: Tom Sheridan. Last season: The boys finLawn Mowing Spring Cleanups ished tied for 22nd overall at the Class MM championship, BEST OF... AWARDS scoring eight points during 2 0 1 4 the state meet. FIRST PLACE Key losses: James Dwyer (distance), Karol Nowaleniec (high jump) and Ryan Verlund (high jump/long jump) provided strength in areas of Honest and Dependable outdoor track that are rather All your Outdoor Needs difficult to replace. Since 1991 This season: Seniors Dan
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Key losses: Outgoing cap- well as Sheehan hopes, Bertains Jessica Halas and Gina lin might continue to surprise Iozzo will be difficult to re- foes. From Page 16 Analysis: There’s plenty place, as will Colleen Papen, but the groundwork dykula and Gabby Bierwirth. of balance across the board This season: Seniors Ol- for the team this year, which will certainly be laid to make ivia Martino (center), Olivia is difficult to come by at the plenty of noise next season. Jacques (offense), Caitlyn Di- high school level. That said, Cioccio (attack), Erin Good- balance is key to any successBoys lacrosse win (defense) and sophomore ful campaign, something the Taylor Smolicz (goalie) will Lady Redcoats should easily Head coach: Scott Rossi. achieve this season. A better Last season: The Redcoats head Berlin’s starting unit. Outlook: Sheehan will record than last year is cerfinished a strong regular season at 10-6, yet were easily look to continue to establish tainly attainable in both overbounced from the first round her system and has a strong all and conference play for of the Class M tournament, squad with which to carry on the girls. Any further success 17-2, by Notre Dame-West that task. Both Olivia’s will can be viewed as icing on the prove to be difficult to stop cake. Haven. Key losses: Anthony for opposing teams. Should Duong and Matthew Cote the defense communicate as Boys tennis are just a few of a large 2014 class that also included Ben Tomascak, Jordan Kradas and Steven Petrario, among Total Home Improvement others. This season: The team returns a strong senior class that includes Casey St. Peter, Wet Basements • Roofing Alex Ott, Matt Kaczynski, Siding • Patios • Steps • Sidewalks Vinny Dedominicus and Cam Brick Pavers • Hatchway Doors Criniti, among others. Kitchens • Bathrooms • Tile Work Outlook: Losing the likes of Duong, Cote and Kradas’ offensive touch is never easy, but a stealthy group of seLicensed • Insured • Lic. #HIC0634577 • Senior Discount • Free Estimates niors seems poised to make their mark on the BHS LAX program. With a senior laden team set to take the field this spring, the experience and Furniture, paintings, Oriental rugs, hooked leadership will be there, withrugs, quilts, sterling, pottery, glassware, post out the slightest doubt. cards, old toys, dolls & Berlin, CT items. Analysis: Getting a taste of the state tournament last L CAL Y season (regardless of the A TOD outcome) will only serve as a 174 Main St., East Berlin, CT 06023 strong building block for the team moving forward. That 860-828-1868 said, look for the Redcoats VOTE FOR US IN BEST OF BERLIN! to move forward even if their record mirrors last season’s mark. Another winning season will begin to turn more heads toward the program that’s brewing something strong in central Connecticut.
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Schools Griswold readers raise funds for animal rescue By Danielle Salina During the first week of March, Mary E. Griswold Elementary School students participated in NEA’s Read Across America, a nationwide reading celebration that takes place annually the week of March 2, Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Griswold teachers and students were excited to join the thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers across the country, with the common goal of bringing children and books together. Celebratory events at Griswold school ranged from Dr. Seuss classroom read-alouds, to Dr. Seuss-inspired dress-up
days, such as Fox in Sox days, where children were invited to wear their craziest pair of socks, and Cindy Lou Hoo day, in which students donned their craziest hair style. The cafeteria even joined in on the fun, and served green eggs and ham. Griswold school also hosted its first Read In, an after-school event in which students explored different reading event stations. “Reading is one of the most important areas that we do each and every day,” shared Griswold principal Laurie Gjerpen. “The staff at Griswold school designed an interactive evening to celebrate that.”
Griswold staff members as well as Berlin-Peck Memorial librarian Jennifer Needham, entertained students with story time read-aloud centers. Students also explored literacy through technology, using school iPads to create their own ebooks. The highlight of the event was a visit by guest author Teresa M. Pelham, an animal rescue activist, and her dog, Roxie. The author shared her personal animal rescue experience with the children through her book Roxy’s Forever Home, and students received signed copies of the book. “That was one of See Griswold / Page 19
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- The 2015 All Night Graduation Party is offering lawn signs, with the graduates name, for purchase. A fee is charged. Deadline to order is Friday, May 15. For more information, contact Kirsten Cohen at (860) 828-6979 or mom2mc@aol.com. Reflective signs - The 2015 All Night Graduation Party has reflective address signs available for purchase. The reflective signs help emergency responders locate your address in the case of an emergency. For more information, call Heidi Lupini at (860) 828-8975. Flamingos - The 2015 All Night Graduation Party Flamingo Flocking fundraiser is available. For a fee, a flock of pink flamingos will appear on a lawn and will move along in 48 hours. Anti-flocking insurance is available for a fee. For more information and to schedule a flocking, contact Judy Rozanski Schuler at (860) 538-0844, judyandthekids@comcast.net or Ron Lamontagne at (860) 8296025, kadesdad@comcast.net.
the most enthusiastic and supportive schools I’ve ever visited! Parents, teachers and kids were all just awesome,” Pelham commented. Throughout this extra special week, Griswold school also had its Pledge-a-Thon; students recorded their reading minutes for the week, and then collected pledges. Griswold students were enthusiastic about saving Berlin’s animals, and by the end of the week, nearly $1,200 was collected for Wings of Freedom, a non-profit organization. “Wings of Freedom Animal Rescue is honored to have been chosen by Mary E. Griswold Elementary School as the recipient of the proceeds from this wonderful event. This event provided the students the opportunity to expand their horizons through reading and help animals in need,” shared WOFAR Director Kathy Williams. “We hope to provide the school with an opportunity to visit in the near future to show our appreciation. The proceeds of this donation will be used for veterinary care for our rescued animals.” Parent Cathy Bacon comScholarships mented, “My daughter, Kylie, The Knights of Colum- a Griswold fifth grader, and I bus offers two scholarships are so proud of our Griswold to any Berlin resident grad- school family for stepping up uating from high school. Ap- to help the animals. We are plications for the Monsignor so touched that the students Thomas L. Greyish Assembly reached out to help our foster Knights of Columbus Schol- dog and others like him.” arship are available at Berlin High School or by calling Terry Lescoe at (860) 8289285. Deadline is Monday, April 20.
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‘Model’ student struts nonprofit catwalk By Dr. Michele Imossi Berlin High School sophomore Hannah Lavoie made her modeling debut at the CCARC 10th Annual Fashion Show event, Toast to Fashion! Close to 300 people attended the fundraiser, held March 20 at St. George Church in New Britain. CCARC is a non-profit agency that supports people with disabilities throughout Central Connecticut. Lavoie learned of CCARC through her involvement in the BHS Interact Club. Interact students have volunteered at CCARC dances and sporting events, which prompted Anne Ruwet, the agency’s CEO, to come visit the club. Ruwet gave the students some insight into the organization, explaining that CCARC was founded in 1952 by parents who wanted more for their disabled children. CCARC has grown tremendously and now offers an array of opportunities for independence and personal growth for people with disabilities. Before leaving, Ruwet solicited the group of students for a model for CCARC’s upcoming fashion show since they were short one “local celebrity” for their big fundraiser. Lavoie was quick to volunteer, as modeling was something she always wanted to try, and
Anne Ruwet, Chief Executive Officer of CCARC, and Harry Sitilides, owner of Connecticut Furs, Inc. of New Britain, introduce Berlin High School sophomore Hannah Lavoie as she models a formal gown from Stylish Impressions of Farmington and a fur coat from Connecticut Furs at the CCARC Annual Fashion Show and Auction. this would give her a chance to fulfill one of her own aspirations while helping others fulfill theirs. Lavoie appeared a natural as she received repeated rounds of applause each time she came out in a new ensemble. In an interesting twist of fate, Lavoie will be traveling to Milan, Italy over the summer as part of a Rotary Summer Youth Exchange Program. So if she wants to continue to dabble in modeling, she will conveniently be living in one of the world’s leading fashion capitals.
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A24 Thursday, April 9, 2015
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Ocean State
SALE DATES: Thurs. Apr. 9- Apr. 15, 2015 Sturdy, folding adjustable cane. LED Lights. Pivoting base.
9
99
Your Choice
50
$
Comp. $29.99
Compact design. Safety trigger lock out. Comp. $79.99
399
Summer Flowering Bulbs
599
Comp. $299.99
40
%
Hosta, Phlox, Peony, Astilbe, Daylily, Liatris, Rudbeckia, Bleeding Heart, Lily of the Valley
200
$
OFF*
65
$
35
Oversize Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner with Canopy
$
20
$
Comp. $100-$200
220
Comp. $60-$80
$
240
All Weather Outdoor Cushions Fits most patio furniture!
Wicker Chair $ Cushion........ 12
Wicker Settee $ Cushion........ 25
4-Person Inflatable Spa
20
$
Hiback Chair
35
369
$
Chaise Lounge
Comp. $59.99
•75” Round x 22” high •Insulated cover with child safety lock •Heating/filtration system •1300w heater, 120 bubble jets Our Reg. $499
Great Deals on Outdoor Rugs!
Regular
NEW SHIPMENT!
$
30
100% Olefin Flatweave Indoor/Outdoor Rugs with Jute-back Comp. $80
50
$
80
4 $ 3
Grill Covers
Vinyl Covers 27”x30”
68” Comp. $40......... $20
Premium PVC
Kettle Grill Comp. $9... 4 68” Std Comp. $12........ $6 $
Deluxe Flannel Lined
59” Comp. $50......... .$20 68” Comp. $50......... .$22
Flannel Lined 53” 59” 68” 80”
Comp. Comp. Comp. Comp.
18 mail -$ 3 inmfgrebate
15
Comp. $199
$20........... $10 $20........... $11 $20........... $12 $25........... $14
8’6” Eclipse Kayak
V-Track hull, storage hatch. Adjustable step lock footrest system. Multi-position adjustable seat & seat back 124" length. Weighs 45 lbs. Capacity 300 lbs.
Comp. $359.99
Scotts
26999
Lawn Soil 1 cu. ft.
Graphite Kayak Paddle
Carbon fiber shaft. Fiberglass blades Comp. $97
6 $ 15
40
WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!
3’x50’
3’x50’
10
$
$
7
50
2.2 Cu. Ft. Canadian Peat Moss Available in most stores
30” Plastic OR 24” Spring Steel Rake
9
$
With cushion grip handles
Pruning Tools
3’x50’
3
$
Landscape Fabric Anchor Staples 25 pk...
13
$
Bypass Lopping Shear
5
$
Bypass Pruning Shear
Geoffrey Beene Men’s 4 Pk Crews Comp. $16
399
299 499
Men’s Wilson 6 Pk Athletics Comp. $12
6 Pk Crews Comp. $18
Your Choice
18 Year Warranty Stronger & thicker; use around all plantings; Under stone, brick & block
10 Year Warranty 3’x50’
4’x100’
$
4
24” Plastic $ Rake................... 5
Pro-grade Weed Barrier & Landscape Fabric
Comp. $19.99
Ladies Aerosoles
3 Pk Crew or Knee Highs Comp. $12
Oldcastle Organic Garden Soil 1 cu. ft.
Available in most stores
999
Better Shortsleeve Knits OR Mens Knit Polos
Premium cotton Comp. $15-$40
2
4
$
$
Caresse Jeans
6 Pk Liners Comp. $9.99
Your Choice
Cedar Mulch 2 cu. ft.
Landscape Fabric
®
Available in most stores
350 WEED STOP
5
$
®
Turf Builder
All natural & organic for fruits, vegetables, herbs & flowers. Feeds plants up to 3 monthsAvailable in most stores
$
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OR
16 qt. Soilite™ Potting Mix
*
As Seen on TV Slim & Lift
YOUR CHOICE
Pelletized Lawn & Garden Lime 40 Lbs
$
$
Total 60,000 BTUs
11
$
Scotts Miracle Gro 8 qt. Seed Starting Soil
159
Propane Tank Exchange $
Covers 5,000 sq. ft
5799
Steel firebowl with 30”x30” mantel Comp. $249
$
Gro Fine™ Weed & Feed Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-3
Turf Builder Edgeguard DLX Broadcast Spreader
Propane Gas Firepit*
Your Choice
1999
10
$
Sheeting Capris & Bermudas
Garment dyed, great colors! 100% cotton Comp. $24
Covers 5,000 sq. ft
Scotts®
Comp. $130
8
$
Turf Builder® Weed & Feed Lawn Fertilizer
$
6'8" x 9'
Comp. $24
Scotts
Scotts®
2'x6' Comp. $14.......................$7 4'x6' Comp. $25...................$13 6'x9' Comp. $60...................$30
5'3" x 7'4"
8
$
®
4.75 lb Patchmaster™ Sun & Shade Lawn Patch
Needlepunch
Comp. $45
4
$
Premium Outdoor Grass Rugs
8
$
Jacquard design, roll tab sleeves. 100% Polyester
$
15
$
20 $ 6'x9'......... 30
5'x8'.........
4-Burner Gas Grill*
22
Scotts 3 lb Northeast Mix Grass Seed
Comp. $60
$
Wicks moisture, Polyester mesh & dazzle Comp. $20
Specialty Store Label Tunic Top
3 lb. Rapid Turf Quick Growing Grass Seed
®
5'x6'6"...... 13
*Tank sold separately
15 lb. Landscaper Grass Seed
$
19
$
4
$
Active Shorts
Selection varies by store
88
4'x6'......... 12
Midweight Comp. $10
10
&
Treats 5,000 sq. ft. for up to 90 Days Not available in L.I, NY
100% Polypropylene Easy to Clean!
Mens Tees
$
Bayer Advanced® Season Long Grub Control w/ Turf Revitalizer
SAVE
mfg. rebate available details in store
9'x12' Reversible Outdoor Rug
Premium Reversible Outdoor Rugs
10 $15
Famous Sporting Goods Label
Comp. $20-$40 Your Choice
Cold Weather
$
Limit 2 per customer
5
$
Moisture wicking. 100% Polyester.
Assorted styles & colors Comp. $60-$140
Comp. $39.99
Comp. $15
Capris $ or Pants... 10
Performance Golf Wear Polos & Shorts
US Military Tactical Combat Gloves
Assorted colors & prints. Selection varies by store.
$
10
$
B.
Ladies Flip Flops
Comp. $30-$100
Your Choice
SAVE $130
10
$
Short Sleeve Tops
$
49
Perfect for the beach, pool & more Comp. $25 & more!
Tops & Bottoms!
All Weather Resin Wicker Set
65
35
Cover Ups
Coldwater Creek
B.
99
2 Biggest Names in
Performance Swimsuits
Designed for the competitor. Perfect anytime
25
5 Piece Patio Set
50” Steel Park Bench
$
$
Perfect on or off the course. 100% pima cotton lisle & more!
Just Arrived!
Deluxe 4 pc seating group Cushions sold separately
Comp. $89
$
Men’s Better Polos
SAVE 80%
Our Most Famous Maker Swimsuits
4 Chairs & 66”x 40” Rectangular table
Available in a variety of colors.
Comp. $90
Zero Gravity Multiposition Recliner
20
35
$
15
75-85% SAVINGS!
A.
8' Wood Shaft Market Umbrella
$
8 fiberglass ribs bend & flex in windy conditions. Auto tilt crank adjusts canopy to any angle.
C. C. 16” Ht.
B. 25” Ht.
Comp. $80
99999
A. 9' Aluminum Wind Resistant Patio Umbrella
B.
$
Vented hardtop for year-round use. Mosquito netting included. Durable powder coated steel & aluminum frame. Comp. $1799
Auto Tilt
Found at finest golf resorts!
Chatham 10’x12’ Gazebo
2015 Burpee Seeds
Perennial Bulbs
Begonia, Lillies, Caladium, Dahlia, Elephant Ear, Gladiolus
39
$
A.I.M set-up, includes 4 corner shelves, 2 tracks & center hanging hook
Your Choice
Asst. colors & varieties
A. 22” Ht.
25
25 lb Nyjer Thistle Seed..........$25 25 lb Signature Blend........................$23 20 lb Country Mix...850 Suet Cakes..............$1
Regency II 10’ x 12’ Gazebo
#1 Fancy Grade Rose Bushes
Your Choice
Our Reg. $29.99.......
TM
Poulan™ 14” Electric Chainsaw
Plant now for a colorful summer garden!
50 lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed $
Ceramic Birdbaths
A.
Wild Bird Seed
72" Wooden Coat Rack 2” diameter Mocha finish
20
$
24" Ladder Back Swivel Barstool
5999
Comp. $120
Comp. $40
68" Wooden Coat Rack
15
$
Comp. $30
LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!
24" Padded Stool
2499
Comp. $40
Pull Down Faucet BONUS-Soap dispenser included! Comp. $199.99
499
Franke®
OR
Pull Out Faucet Comp. $149.99
Your Choice
7999
2-in-1 4 Pattern Hand Shower
Comp. $49.99
20
$
We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OCEANSTATEJOBLOT.COM FOR STORE LOCATIONS, MONEY SAVING COUPONS & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!
Delta™ We warmly welcome
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12584-01
Blow, vacuum or mulch. Comp. $74.99
STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sunday 9am-8pm
JOB LOT
As Seen on TV Trusty Cane
Weed Eater™ Electric Blower/Vac