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Aida Mansoor spoke at length about women in Islam, and how they hold many more rights than what the media portrays. | Photo courtesy of IAGH
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“Assalamu alaykum.” Visitors at the Berlin Mosque for the Islamic Association of Greater Hartford were greeted with this Arabic phrase throughout their time there on Saturday, Aug. 22, as the Mosque held an open house. Translated to “the peace of Allah be upon you,” the welcoming message set the tone for an afternoon full of insight and open discussion about the fastest growing religion in the United States.
It also presented an opportunity for those of the Islamic faith to show what they stand John Platt, Devin Wojcicki, Michael Bober and Matthew Sein, members of Cub Scout for, rather than how MusPack 41 of Griswold Elementary and St. Paul School, attended Cub Scout summer lims have been portrayed by camp at Deer Lake in Killingworth. The boys received awards for best costume and others. most spirited pack, as well as awards towards their current rank. “One of the things I often say is that, as Muslims, we have to spend less time talking about what we’re not and more time talking about what we are about,” By Ken Liebeskind vices at Berlin-Peck Memo- old ninth grader at Berlin said Imam Refai Arefin, one Special to The Citizen rial Library, was pondering High School, said, “I joined of the presenters throughout not too long ago. Her answer to help out at the library and the day’s proceedings. How do you get kids more was to launch the Teen Advi- have more kids come. I used The program began with a interested in the public li- sory Board in April. Now, 15 to go to the library during the tour of the Mosque, located at brary? That’s the question teens from grade six on up summer but the board has Jennifer Needham, head of are on the board. Brandon Peate, a 13-yearSee Mosque / Page A9 Children’s and Teen’s SerSee Board / Page A4
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Sisters in Quilting meeting - Berlin Sisters in Quilting is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Sept. 1, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. Guest speaker Michele Muska plans to discuss the move from traditional to modern quilt designs. Quilters of all levels are welcome. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693.
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Tag sale - Sacred Heart Church, 48 Cottage St., East Berlin, has scheduled a tag and plant sale for Saturday, Aug. 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the church organ fund. Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., at the corner of Peck Street, is open to the public on Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. Farmers Market - Berlin Farmers Market is scheduled for Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 28 at Hungerford Park, 191 FarmRacing show - Racing Ac- ington Ave., through Sept. 26. tion Today, hosted by Berlin The market features fresh pronative Larry Mongillo, airs ev- duce, bread, honey, baked ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- goods, soaps, artisan crafts and more. cast cable channel 5.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a nonprofit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Story Share - The Berlin Historical Society has scheduled a free Story Share program on the Worthington Ridge area for Wednesday, Sept. 16, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center, 30 Colonial Drive. For more information and to register, call (860) 828-7006.
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Berlin man charged in accident that killed teen By Eric Vo
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State police arrested a Berlin man Saturday, Aug, 22, and charged him with second-degree manslaughter with a motor vehicle and driving under
the influence in a 2014 accident that killed a Cheshire teenager. State police found Anthony Longo, 23, responsible for the accident, according to the police report. He also was charged with second-degree assault with a motor vehicle and failure to
drive in the proper lane. He was released on $50,000 bond and is due to appear in New Britain Superior Court on Sept. 17. In December 2014, Longo lost control of his car while driving southbound on Route 9. His
car struck a pole and veered off the highway, hitting a rocky ledge, according to the police report. Upon hitting the rocky ledge, the car became airborne. When it landed, the car began See Accident / Page A6
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that they can present to individuals who meet this criteThe consistent, effective in- rion. The police department vestigation, prosecution, and will publicize each success reduction of crime cannot be story in hopes of strengthenaccomplished by the police ing our network of partners. The COIN program aims to without the support and cooperation of the citizens. The educate citizens of their obliCOIN program (Community gation to the community and Officer Investment Network), the shared responsibility for aims to reward and recognize its welfare. Our department members of the community seeks to further the accepwho have made significant tance of these duties through contributions to an incident recognition of those citizens that might not have been re- whose actions have contribsolved successfully without uted to the accomplishments of the department’s mission the citizen’s participation. The COIN program in- or the safety of the commuvolves the issuance of chal- nity. We believe that a small lenge coins to our officers investment in our commu-
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to roll over an undetermined amount of times. An investigation by state police revealed that Longo was driving the car with a blood alcohol content of .154 and had cannibinoids in his system on the night of the accident. The accident resulted in the death of Isabella Gozzo, 19, of Cheshire, who was a passenger in the car. Gozzo was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident and was ejected from the car. Hundreds of Gozzo’s friends and family gathered at Cheshire High School’s football field in December to mourn her loss and share stories of her life.
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Interact student goes international From left: Elaine Pavasaris, Kensington-Berlin Rotary member and Rotarian advisor to Berlin High School Interact Club; Michele Imossi, New Britain-Berlin member and Rotarian advisor to Berlin High School Interact Club; Hannah Lavoie, Berlin High School Interact president and BHS junior; Nicole Appels, 15, student from Milan, Italy; Rich Friedman, Springfield Rotary member and district chairman of Rotary Youth Exchange Program.
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Hannah Lavoie, a Berlin High School junior, received an international learning experience this summer. Hannah is the first local student to participate in Rotary’s Summer Youth Exchange program. As a member of BHS Interact, a high school affiliate of Rotary International, Hannah learned of the program when Rich Friedman, of the Springfield Rotary Club, presented at BHS this past November. After a thorough application, interview process, and home visit, Hannah was accepted into the program and paired with 15-year-old Ni- The students were matched cole Appel of Milan, Italy, the country of Hannah’s choice. See Interact / Page A11
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Obituaries Louis A. DeVivo KENSINGTON — Louis Anthony DeVivo, 83, a lifelong resident of Kensington, loving husband of Irene (Welna) DeVivo, died early Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015 at home with his family at his side. Born in New Britain, son of the late Louis and Annie (Caccavale) DeVivo, he graduated from Berlin High School, served in the U.S. Army, and attended Hillyer College (now part of University of Hartford). Along with his brother Edward and Michael Tolomea he formed D&T Transportation which is now DATTCO, Inc., where he was the owner and CEO. He was active in the bus and transportation industry and was a past president of the Connecticut Bus Association and a lifetime member of the New England Bus Association. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in New Britain and the Berlin Kiwanis Club. He grew up on the family farm and loved his gardens and old tractors. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Pat DeVivo, of Kens-
ington; a daughter, Diana I. DeVivo, of Kensington; two grandsons, Kyle and his wife, Alex, and Kevin DeVivo, who he adored; a sister-in-law, Patricia DeVivo, of Kensington, brothers-in-law, Henry Welna, of Victor, N.Y., and Dr. Joseph Welna and his wife, Marianne, of New Britain, along with many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Edward P. DeVivo and Alphonse “Phonsie” P. DeVivo. He also leaves the employees of DATTCO, who he considered to be part of his family. Funeral Services were held on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. from Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, Kensington, with a funeral liturgy at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 158 Broad St., New Britain. Burial followed in the South Burying Ground, Kensington. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Louis A. DeVivo Memorial Fund, University of Hartford, Institutional Advancement, West Hartford, CT 06117. You may also donate online at http://www.hartford. edu/givingtouofh/ (click on Make A Gift, list designation as “Other” and add “Louis A. DeVivo Memorial Fund”).
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1781 Wilbur Cross Highway, followed by a brief overview of the articles of faith and Five Pillars of Islam: Shahada (faith), Salat (prayer), Zakat, Sawm (fasting) and Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca). Attendants also bore witness to a recitation of the Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, as well as presentations from members of the Mosque on different topics in Islam that have become misconstrued in modern society. “I think I was getting really sick and tired of the media putting down some beliefs and kind of bashing them,” said Candi Gilbert, a member of the Berlin community who visited the Mosque. “And I’d read The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns (written by Khaled Hosseini, a Muslim author) and thought ‘the Islamic religion is really quite beautiful, quite lovely.’ “I’m just sick of the media only telling their side; they’re not saying the positive things.” Gilbert, along with the
At the Berlin Mosque’s open house on Saturday, Aug. 22, Reza Mansoor shows members of the community how Muslims stand during prayer. | Photo courtesy of IAGH other attendees, was able to hear Mark Minor – who converted to Islam a few years ago – shed light on little known facts about the religion, such as shared prophets between Islam and other mainstream faiths: Noah, Moses and Jesus. Aida Mansoor also spoke to the Mosque’s visitors about women in Islam and the freedoms and rights they hold. Arefin touched upon common misconceptions of the religion before a question and answer session with the public that ventured through
topics such as ISIS extremists and caricatures of the prophet Muhammad. “I feel very comfortable. I want to learn the Qur’an by myself. I’m going to start classes once a week at the Mosque, and just spread the word,” Gilbert said. “I came here on my own; no one told me to come here, I chose to come. It was welcoming, it was warm, it was friendly, and it was gracious.” To find out more about Islam, the Berlin Mosque and its community, visit www.berlinmosque.org.
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Opinion Death penalty ended by contrivance By Chris Powell Having determined four years ago that capital punishment was constitutional in Connecticut, the state Supreme Court decided this month that it isn’t constitutional anymore, because of a law passed three years ago that repealed capital punishment for new offenses while confirming the death sentences already pending. The court found Aug. 13 that the new law signified a consensus in society that capital punishment is indecent and that this makes the pending death sentences “cruel and unusual” and thus unconstitutional. No all-star first baseman ever accomplished such a stretch. In fact, the new law was a political compromise recognizing that there was no consensus against capital punishment in Connecticut — that, as polls long have shown and as the court recognized four years ago, most people support capital punishment in general; that even more support it in regard to the 11 murderers whose death sentences were pending and whose guilt was
unquestioned; that many people regret the expense incurred by the long appeals of death sentences; that many people fear that death sentences might be imposed mistakenly in the future; and that opinion so favors capital punishment that repeal could be arranged only by splitting the difference. As Governor Malloy put it three years ago, “Any legislation I would sign would be prospective — out into the future.” The governor even “guaranteed” that any repeal of capital punishment would not affect death sentences imposed for the murder of the Petit family in Cheshire, an atrocity that shook the state. A similar “guarantee” was offered by legislators advocating the repeal legislation, like then-Sen. Edward Meyer, D-Guilford, who said, “It doesn’t affect the 11 inmates who are on Death Row right now.” Then-Sen. Edith Prague, D-Columbia, said she would not support repeal if it saved the perpetrators of the Cheshire atrocity. Chief State’s Attorney Kevin Kane knew better. He warned the legis-
lature that the state Supreme Court would use any “prospective” repeal of capital punishment to undo all the pending death sentences as well. Indeed, that seemed to be the secret hope of many of the legislation’s advocates — that they could pretend to their constituents to be keeping the pending death sentences and the Supreme Court would take the responsibility for getting rid of them. Writing for the court’s 4-3 majority, Justice Richard Palmer acknowledged suspicion that such deception was the strategy of the repealers all along. Palmer even argued that the governor and legislators didn’t really mean the assurances they gave the state about splitting the difference, that they really were part of the supposed consensus against capital punishment in all circumstances, including the circumstances in which the governor and legislators were assuring the state that death sentences would be imposed. That was enough to cause the court’s majority to invoke the constitutional doctrine most loved by judicial supremacists — that “evolving
Letters to the Editor ‘Thrilled’ with effort To the editor: On Saturday, Aug. 15, the Connecticut Humane Society partnered with NBC Connecticut for the Clear the Shelters promotion. For this one day only, adoption fees were reduced. We are thrilled to announce that 122 cats, dogs, puppies, kittens and small pets found their forever homes at the Connecticut Humane Society’s three locations – Newington, Waterford and Westport. The Connecticut Humane Society is grateful to everyone in the community who made this successful promotion possible; adopters, staff, volunteers, and supporters who all helped save these 122 pets. Forty Connecticut shelters, from animal control to other non-profit groups, participated in this national event. Because of this collaborative effort, over 600 pets found new homes. By adopting a pet, two lives are
saved; the pet that goes home and the pet waiting for space in the shelter. This kind of success makes it possible for Connecticut shelters to help even more pets in need. Thank you! The Connecticut Humane Society
Eager to serve To the editor: Although new to Berlin myself, my three grandchildren have been part of the town and the school system their whole lives. All are currently enrolled at Griswold elementary. My daughter, their mother, is also an educator who taught second grade in West Hartford for many years. As a concerned and involved grandparent I want to ensure that, not only my kids, but all the children of Berlin get access to the best possible education. Achieving this goal requires many things, such as professional educators, good facilities and parental involvement, just
to name a few. The first two have a financial aspect to them, of course. What we need to do as both parents and members of a tight knit community is insure that the tax payers’ money is being utilized solely for this purpose. If there is no direct impact to improving their education experience, than it’s use should be scrutinized. As a former U.S. Marine, I know the importance of working as a team to achieve a common goal. Making tough choices and knowing when to stand up for an ideal. It’s for this reason that I have decided to announce my intention to run as a member of the Berlin Board of Ed. I look forward to meeting as many of our citizens as possible as I prepare for the campaign. Thank you. Lyle Menard Kensington
standards of decency” allow courts to rewrite constitutions without benefit of public participation, so that, for example, a constitution that explicitly recognizes capital punishment, as Connecticut’s does, can be cleansed of it by applying a phrase, “cruel and unusual,” that doesn’t appear in that constitution but rather in the federal constitution, though the latter’s arbiter, the U.S. Supreme Court, construes the phrase not to forbid capital punishment. Judicial imperialism as it is, the court’s decision was no surprise. For 30 years Connecticut’s Supreme Court has been a “results-oriented” court, a court that first chooses the policy it favors and then contrives a judicial rationale for it, the facts of the case, the law, and precedent notwithstanding. The only real change here since the court upheld capital punishment four years ago has been in the court’s own composition — the addition of another liberal justice, the former state senator and Malloy aide Andrew J. McDonald. Chris Powell is managing editor of the Journal Inquirer in Manchester.
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based on similar involvements and interests. Last February, the girls and their families were introduced to each other. The students quickly established an online friendship, while their parents worked out the travel details. A week after school ended, Hannah boarded a plane for Milan and spent over three weeks living with Nicole and her family and traveling throughout Italy. In addition to Milan, highlights of the trip included
stops at: Florence, Rome, Venice, and a stay at Lake Como. Hannah also glimpsed into the life of an Italian teenager, as she was introduced to many of Nicole’s friends and favorite hangouts. Likewise, while Nicole was here, Hannah’s family brought her to New York, Boston, Lake Compounce, Crystal Lake in Ellington, the Rhode Island shore, and the Outer Banks in North Carolina. To complete her American immersion, Nicole met Hannah’s friends, relaxed at Hannah’s pool and shopped the local malls.
Rotary International is a humanitarian organization of community leaders dedicated to promoting world peace and understanding. Due to its network of over 1.2 million Rotarians in 165 countries, it is able to offer one of the largest, safest and best-organized youth exchange programs in the world. Offerings include a long-term, academic year program and a short-term, summer program. Each participating student is sponsored by a local Rotary Club, and Rotary International absorbs most of the cost. The
families cover little more than airfare and insurance. High school students who are interested in this program can contact Rotary, BHS Interact or visit the website at: www.exchangestudent.org. To thank Rotary, Hannah and Nicole visited the New Britain-Berlin club at the New Britain YMCA and reported on their adventures, their new worldly insights,
and what is sure to be a lifelong transatlantic friendship. Hannah will take her summer experience with her as she prepares to lead BHS Interact as president this year. She will also be encouraged to share her youth exchange experience with area Rotary and Interact clubs throughout the year to help inspire other teens to take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity.
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Sports Time for football
BOYS OF SUMMER
While many youngsters were savoring the remaining downtime they had left before heading back to school, others were working hard in the field of play. Local athletes are pictured recently competing in a baseball tournament game in Plainville. | Photos by Patrick Matthews
Above left: From left, Mayor Rachel Rochette of Berlin, Jake Bernard of Easton (winner of the boys 14’s singles division), Dr. John Pelegano, Chief of Pediatrics of the Hospital For Special Care, Ellie Doolittle of Kensington (finalist in the girls 14’s singles division) and Mayor Erin Stewart of New Britain present a check of all the funds raised for the Hospital for Special Care. Above right: Jonathon Trevethan rifles a backhand towards his opponent during play in the 37th annual Children’s Charities Tennis Classic, held earlier this month. | Photos courtesy of Don Lukowski
CLASSIC SCORES BIG Don Lukowski, chair and founder of the Children’s Charities Tennis Classic, announced earlier this month that a grand total of $5,602.05 was raised for the Pediatric Unit of the Hospital for Special Care in New Britain during this year’s Classic. Over 60 players from across the region competed in the 37th annual tournament held at Walnut Hill Park in New Britain.
Lukowski stated, “I’m very grateful to Mayor Rochette, Town Manager, Atty. Denise McNair, Commissioner Charles Warner of Berlin Parks & Rec., as well as the young players from Berlin, who all came out and supported our cause.” Lukowski said, “The tournament was very successful, thanks to the great support from many young players from across the region, our very
generous sponsors and, especially, my fantastic committee. My thanks to everyone who helped make this a very special weekend.” Tennis players from Berlin who competed in the tournament were Adrian Wojtun, Jordan and Ed Chyra, the Trevethan family and Ellie and Dr. Ben Doolittle. Jonathon Trevethan reached the semifinals in the boys 18’s singles division.
While daytime temperatures continue to soar, from time to time there’s an unmistakable chill in the morning air and late at night, too. Here and there, leaves are losing their green. Back-toschool sales are in full effect. Like it or not, summer is winding down. While we’ll miss the beach days and barbecues, the coming season is a wonderful one in New England. Autumn means agricultural fairs and hay rides, hot apple cider and jack-o’-lanterns. And, of course, fall means football is back. After some eight months apart, high school football teams in Connecticut reconvened last week, the first day allowed for conditioning workouts. After five days of conditioning, the full pads go on and contact begins. Then, it won’t be long before squads are clashing under the Friday night lights. And what a uniquely American tradition that is. Our country has had a long love affair with football, and the game in its purest form is played at the high school level. There, youngsters are competing for their community, for their teammates — those they’ve grown up with — and for the chance to claim the holy grail of high school athletics; a state championship. That’s it. There are no contracts, no smarmy agents lurking around the locker room. Players and coaches aren’t pondering jumping to another team. Nope. High school football players are in it for all the right reasons, as are the coaches, who relish their role of mentor and molder of young men. Under those Friday night lights, the action on the field is just part of the spectacle. High school games also feaSee Football / Page A13
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Military News
Platt football gets to work last week during practice at Platt High School in Meriden. | Justin Weekes / For the Record-Journal
Brett A. Boissonneault, an Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) cadet at Eastern Connecticut State University, has graduated from the Cadet Leader Course at Fort Knox, Ky. CLC is a 30-day summer training event focused on training cadets to solve complex leadership issues and problems at the company level. Cadets arrive at CLC with a baseline of military skill sets; the cadets also have developed critical thinking and problem solving abilities during the academic years. CLC builds upon the work accomplished on campus and develops the cadet’s
small unit leadership ability in a tactical environment. The leadership experience supports continued cadet development during the senior year of the program. Cadets usually attend CLC between their junior and senior years of college, and they must complete the course to qualify for commissioning. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, Army National Guard, or Army Reserve. Boissonneault is a 2011 graduate of Xavier High School.
Football concession stand. A feast for the senses. In many ways, high school ture talented, high-flying cheerleaders and colorful football games harken back to pep bands, the oftentimes a simpler time. In the stands, partisan comments of home- neighbors chat it up, former town broadcasters blasting teammates and opponents rethrough the stadium speak- connect, politicians do their ers, the smell of hot dogs and glad-handing. It’s a wonderpopcorn emanating from the ful community event in a From Page A12
time when we’re seeing less and less of each other, in person at least. So, while we’ll miss the shorts and flip-flop look, football is back, and we’re ready for it. This editorial originally appeared in the Meriden Record-Journal.
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ance fund to pay premiums. We pay for insurance each year so we put it in to save for next year. There is no specific item we’ve earmarked it for.” The town renews its policy with CIRMA at the beginning of each fiscal year, in July, and has renewed again. “We used to be with other entities, but CIRMA provides services for members others don’t,” McNair said. Besides the dividends, the town benefits from training programs CIRMA offers, from how to lift for custodians, to snow removal and defensive driving for police and fire fighters, to sexual harassment training.
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The Town of Berlin and the Board of Education are grateful for the service it receives from Connecticut Risk Management Agency, which provides workers compensation insurance. The company sent a check for $35,514 to the town in early August, which is a prorated share of the Members Equity Distribution for 2015. “They provide dividends at the end of every year and each year we’ve received a dividend payment,” Town Manager Denise McNair said. “The money goes to an insur-
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TIMBERLIN GOLF COURSE 330 Southington Rd, Berlin, CT 06037 Please help support the Fisher House CT and Rotary Charities. The Fisher House provides a home away from home for Veterans and their families who are receiving medical care. Plans are under way to build a new Fisher House at the VA Center in West Haven, CT. The Fisher House is a 501 (3) Charity and rated A+ by Charity Navigator.
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2 Gloria Road, Cromwell - Enjoy the beautiful view from this open and bright ranch home! Leisurely one floor living! Huge eat in kitchen w/fp, beautiful wood flrs throughout and CA and newer windows. Large level back yard goes beyond fenced area. Huge walk out bsmt offers an additional 1200 sq.ft. with lots of potential. $219,900 Betsy Cooney 966-4296
Berlin - Outstanding 2900 sq.ft. Colonial...Gorgeous inside & out. Orginal owner 4 bdrms 3.5bths. Open flr. pln. Beautiful kit w/granite & SS applcs. Arched doorways, vaulted & cathedral ceilings & balconys. Frml DR & LR. Wood flrs throughout. 1st flr. master Bdrm w/full bath jetted tub. Tile shower/flrs. walk in closet & trey ceilings. Inground pool, paver patio. pool house & professionally landscaped. $539,900 Dennis Phaneuf 944-0282
Kensington - Come take another look, you won’t be disappointed...Recent modifications include expanded 1st floor family room 16x12. Completely new & elegant. 1st floor full bath/tile shower & floor. All new raised panel doors throughout first floor. Sheet rocked garage & exterior window trim. Walkways & landscaping. $359,900 Derek Jutras 883-7091
Newington - Totally renovated from top to bottom..New Construction quality. Classic 1500 sq. ft. Cape. 4 bdrms 2 full bths. Garage, all on a private cul-de-sac near Newington Ctr. New kit. custom cabs, tile flr, granite. Samsung SS applcs. New Bathrooms. Tile Shower, walls & flrs. Cast iron tubs. vanities w/granite. wd. flrs throughtout. Insulation upgrad. New roof, gutters, siding, Harvey wnds.$259,900 Derek Jutras 883-7091
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CROSSWORD ANSWER
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A total of eight kittens were abandoned or found last week. Among them are Scrapper, pictured, a five-month-old, and Bonnie and Clyde, beautiful 14-week-old kittens, abandoned at the dump. Clyde is a brown tabby and very sweet and playful. Bonnie is a gray tabby and is timid at first. FOBAC is in need of foster homes to help these kittens find their permanent homes. For more information, call (860) 828-5287, visit www.fobac.org or email fobac.pets@yahoo.com.
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Town of Berlin - Assessor’s Office EXEMPTION FOR THE BLIND The Assessor’s Office would like to remind Berlin Citizens that there is a property tax exemption in the amount of a $3,000 reduction on an assessment to certain persons who are blind. Filing for this exemption must be completed on or before October 1, 2015. To be eligible for this exemption, a person must: 1. be a Connecticut resident; 2. be either the record owner of, hold life use in, or be the beneficiary of a trust estate with respect to the property on which the exemption will be applied; 3. have provided a Certificate from the State of Connecticut Board of Education and Services for the Blind as proof to the assessor that he /she are blind in accordance with the definition outlined above. Such proof need be filed only once. An attorney or agent may submit such proof on the person’s behalf. Individuals who have already filed for this exemption need not apply again; they are permanently enrolled for life. Applicants may also be eligible for the local option exemption provided by the Town, which allows an additional $2,000 exemption if certain income limits are met. Eligibility guidelines include a maximum annual income of $57,300 for a single person and $64,500 for married couples. Income received by both a husband and his wife is considered in determining eligibility of a married couple. Proof of all taxable and non-taxable income for 2014 must be submitted to determine eligibility. Filing for the local option is required annually. Residents who meet the eligibility requirements can apply in the Town of Berlin Assessor’s Office, Room 18 in the Town Hall at 240 Kensington 24657 Road.
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Maintenance Mechanic AGC, an Aerospace Component Manufacturer and FAA, NADCAP approved Repair Facility is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic for our facility in Meriden. The successful candidate will repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as machine tools, hydraulic and mechanical presses, production machines and equipment, service all vital factory systems including plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, heating and support equipment. Interested individuals may submit resumes to: humanresources@agcincorporated.com or to AGC Acquisition LLC., 106 Evansville Avenue, Meriden, C.T. 06451 AGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity/M/F/D/V COOK - Wanted - 35 Growing electrical company in Southington to 40 hrs. a wk. Apply looking for E2 license at Winchester Cafe. electrcian or minimum 1374 Portland Cobalt 2 year experience apRd. Portland, Conn. prentice. Paid holidays and vacations, 401K, competitive wages. employment Email resume to casne opportunities. relectric@yahoo.com Boscov’s Interviewing Center Housekeeper LOCATION. needed to work in Westfield Meriden Private Home in Berlin. Mall 5-10 hrs per week. Lower Level Macy’s Call 860-829-1776 Wing HOURS. Landscape Maintenance Monday-Thursday Crew Leader 10AM to 6PM Design build landscape Friday 10AM to 1PM company seeks We will be looking for experienced Lawn and sales & support asLandscape Crew Leader to join Maintenance Division. Crew Leaders work on beautiful shoreline landscapes in New Haven County. sociates - FT & PT Call 203-484-0424, Equal Opportunity Christensen Landscape Employer Services. Min. 5 years experience & valid driver’s license required. Fazzino Plumbing & Heating/Bluefrog PAINTERS Plumbing + Drain Subs We are looking for Resid./Comm. work licensed plumbers Call 203-605-9547 and experienced rooter specialist to join our growing team. Full and Stone Mason Position part time positions Design Build Landscape are available. Company seeks Call Lubin 203-626-1222 dedicated employee looking for challenging RN - Homecare. PT & creative opportunity. days, exc pay and Min. 5 years exp. & benefits. Greater Wtby valid driver’s license and lower Naugatuck required. Call 203-484Valley. Unison, (860) 0424, Christensen 347-4446 Landscape Services.
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Receptionist/ Sales orders Growing Southington company needs a temporary receptionist this will be a few months minimum but may turn into a full time position. Experience with multiline phones, Word and Excel required. We will train to take called in purchase orders. EOE. Send resume to pwolo wicz@uyemura.com The Apple Barrel at Lyman Orchards in Middlefield has immediate openings for experienced deli associates and indoor / outdoor cashiers. (must be 18 years of age or older to apply for the deli positions.) Friendly, outgoing, and able to provide great customer service is a must! Reliable, responsible and dependable with open availability (weekends are a must). Eager and willing to work hard in a fastpaced environment & be part of a team. Great place to work with growth opportunity. Contact Lynn at 860.349.6044 or Irene at 860.349.6009.
Medical Help Wanted PART-TIME CNA all shifts; Housekeeper 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Diet Aide. Apply in person: Twin Maples, 809 R New Haven Rd., Durham.
Apartments For Rent MER-1BR, 3RM, 1st flr. 317 Broad St. Off st parking. Stove & refrig. No smok. No pets. 1mo sec. & ref. $775. 203-237-9074 MER- Furn Apts. East Side Incl H, HW, Elec., 1 BR, $195wk; Studio, $715mo+sec.Call 203630-3823,12pm-8pm.
MERIDEN- 1 & 2 BRs starting $750. H/HW incld. Off st prkg. Avail immed. 203-886-7016. MERIDEN - 1BR $800 mo. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCL. Private Balcony. 203-639-4868. MERIDEN- 1 BR, Stove & fridge, H & HW Incld. Lease, Sec & Refs. 203.239.7657 or 203.314.7300 MERIDEN- 2BR, 2 nd flr, 2 car prkg, SS appls, gran. ctrs, W/D hkp, quiet nbhd. $950 + util. Call Al 203-676-7512 MERIDEN 2 BR/5 RM, 2nd Flr. W/D Hkp, stove/fridge, lrg bkyd, front porch. $875/ mo + sec. 860-690-5555 Meriden - 2BR- $795 Appls, prkg, dep. & refs. No pets! 72 N. 1st St. 203-675-0171 or 203-238-1890
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719 LOWER LANE, BERLIN 4 bed, 2 bath, custom designed cape. 2 fireplaces, 2 car attached garage, large dry basement. Large lot (.92 acre) w/backyard patio, great neighborhood, close to schools. Needs updating/TLC. For sale as is: $199,500.00 Call: 860-384-4864
MERIDEN- 3BR, 1st Flr, lrg updated KIT, off st. prkg, lrg porch, H/HW incl. No pets/ smkg. $1150 mo 203-444-5722
FCustom Made 72 inch Maple Table w/ 8 Chairs FMaple Kitchen Table Bar Height, 36 1/2 Inches high w/ leaves. Call for more info: 203-530-9843
MERIDEN- 3rd flr, 2 BR, $655/mo. Ask about rent incentive! 2 mo. sec. & app. fee. MAIER PROP. 203-235-1000
Electric Geriatric Hospital Bed. Take it apart & haul it away. Instructions avail. online. Needs new mattress. FREE FOR THE TAKING! 203-954-9396
MERIDEN -5 rms., 2 BR, com. remodel, unfurn., 3rd fl., no pets, $900+util., ref. & sec. Call 203-671-9644
MERIDEN- Spacious 1 3 BR avail., Off st. prkg, appls incl. $650-$1,000mo. + sec. Judy 203.927.8215 WLFD- 2 BR Townhouse So. Ridgeland Rd. *Rent incentive* $1000 + 2 mo. sec & app. fee. Maier 203-235-1000 WLFD-Rmdld 2 BR, 1 BA duplex., W/D Hkp, no pets/smkg, water /garbage pickup incld. $1100 203-464-0766
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ESTATE ITEMS: Maple Twin Bed, Dresser w/ mirror, nightstand & lamp. Entertainment center. Cherry wood dining room set. Pewter Coffee Pot w/ sugar & creamer bowls. Pewter Liquor Goblet Set. Call for more info: 860276-8822 QUEEN ANNE LOVE SEAT - Green, great condition. $75 obo. Call to get picture texted to cell phone, (860) 519-6468.
Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350
Music Instruments & Instruction
ALWAYS Buying old tools. Wanted old, used and antique hand tools, machinist, woodworking, engraving and work bench tools. Please call with confidence. Fair offers made in your home. Cory 860-322-4367 ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860-718-5132.
Firewood Call for Details 203-238-2149 WOOD - Fuel - heat. & equip. Pellet, never used. Heats 1,750 sq ft. 40 pound Hopper, Auto ignition. Asking $950.00 Call 203-634-3028
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Bulldog Puppies $950+, Bengal Kittens $350+, Yorkies 850+, Yorkie-Poos $550+, Chihuahuas 450+ 860-828-7442
MERIDEN- 38 Sorries Ct. Estate items! Pets For Adoption Lawn and Garden Music By Roberta Antiques, Parker & Miller Perform + Instruct Condos For Rent Co. items. Sat. 8-2. FREE - Kittens - to Serious Buyers only!! For sale: screened top- Voice lessons - all ages good home. 10 wks +levels,piano beginner- DEE’S ANTIQUES soil, $22/yd, screen fill/ BRISTOL - 26A Rita Dr., old. 2 M, 1 F interm. (203) 630-9295. Buying Collectibles, gravel, $15/yd, clean near ESPN, $1,300 203-537-7488 Appliances fill, $12/yd. Delivered. Jewelry & Silver. mo., new flr. & stove Jim 860-982-4819 Welcome to the Marketplace. China, Glass, Military, Call 201-696-8221, Free to a good home! AFFORDABLE Musical. Anything (917) 584-8221. Very nice screened Female Kitten. 10 Washers, Dryers, old & unusual. Single Find everything at our MarketTOPSOIL months old. Spayed & Mobile Homes Refrigerators & Stoves. Sporting Goods item to an estate. $22/yard delivered, all shots! Friendly & Appliance Repairs For Sale place. & Health 203-235-8431. 3 yd, $100 min delivery. Playful. Please call Will Deliver Jim 860-982-4819 860-385-3101 MOBILE HOMES FOR (203) 284-8986 PISTOL PERMIT Or GET PAID TODAY SALE-WALLINGFORD Long Gun Certificate Wanted: antiques, jew$59,900 2 BR, 1 BA. c/a Livestock Furniture Required for Conelry, instruments, etc. updated home w/ new & Appliances necticut Residents. 1 Estate sales services. appliances Class, Small Groups HORSE CARE: Some (203) 631-6697. $74,900 3 BR, 2 BA, c/a, $110. 203 415-1144 AM/PM hours in exopen floor plan, handichange for riding, etc. cap accessible TOTAL GYM XLS Exp. preferred, but will Find your dream $84,900 2 BR, 2 BA, including dvd’s, new train. 203-213-8833 c/a, open floor plan w/ condition, $500.00. home in Marketplace. large covered deck Please call Call agent at 203-626-5509. See the great 203-623-0511
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Rooms For Rent Meadowstone Motel - Off I-91. NEWLY UPDATED ROOMS! Daily. Weekly. $150 weekly & up + sec. On Bus Line. New Management. 203-239-5333
MER-Clean Safe Rms. Incl H, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. E side. off-st prkg $130/wk.+ sec. 12 pm8pm, 203-630-3823.
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32 North Colony St Wallingford, (203) 269-9341 Maple Round Table Kit. 2flrs-1800sf Consigned Home Set w/ 2 leaves & Decor, furniture, jewelry & 4 chairs. $35 Heatmate handbags. Daily disc. given. $5 Kerosene Heater. Like off $25 purchase, $10 off new $35 203-634-0720 $100 purchase. 30 day layaway avail. New merchandise VHS movies for sale. daily. Ample prkg in our lot. MMany titles. Good conF, 9:30-5, Sat., 10-5, Sun, 11-4 dition. $1/each. Call Like us on facebook (860) 828-0631.
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1,2,3 Items or an Estate CAST IRON - double Lost at Peckham Park ûûû CA$H ûûû on Friday, 8/14 - Star door wood burning Wars terry cloth string stove, 30wx20dx25h, 203-237-3025 bag, Star Wars towel $400.00 obo. Call 203ESTATE SALE SERVICE (both labeled with 272-6893. Costume Jewelry, name), Diary of a Antiques, paintings, Wimpy Kid bathing Meriden-made items, CLEANEST FIREWOOD suit, and black santoys, lamps in the state! dals. 8 year-old will be 1-2 ITEMS extremely happy to $240 full cord delivered. Silverware, China, Glass. find. Please call 860Discounts over 2, Furniture, 50’s Items. 538-2250.” over 4 and picked up. Whole Estates South Meriden. 203 238-3499 Mike 203 631-2211 LOST CAT: Lrg Solid Grey Male Neutered ALL CASH FOR FREE firewood. Cat. Responds to PiCall for details MILITARY ITEMS geon. Wearing a blue (860) 347-5965 collar. Last Cornwall 203-237-6575 Ave. on 8/13. With any Info: 203-815-0605 Tree Length ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID
PINE VALLEY GENERAL STORE 113 Broad St, Meriden (203) 630-1622 (between Hall & Gale) Wide variety of items in a unique, small familyowned store. Housewares, tools, salt lamps, stuffed animals, jewelry, food & more. Check out our used items too. pinetreecones.com Like us on Facebook! ONLINE PRICING! Mention this & get 15% off (restrictions apply) We buy used by appt.
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LOST - Hot pink purse/wallet lost in vicinity of May Street. REWARD Call 203-592-0696.
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BILL RUDOLPH WE WEED GARDENS LANDSCAPING NORM THE GARDENER Cert. Installer- Paver (203) 265-1460 Walkways,Stairs,Patios Ret.Walls, Shrub ReMasonry place, Landscape Design & Reno, Mulch & A&A MASONRY Stone, Lawn Repair & Install. No Mowing Ex- 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, pert Drainage & Backstonewalls, hoe Work. In Bus. 30 + patios, chimneys, fireplaces & yr We’re on Angie’s much more! Call AnyList! Free Est. HIC# time 860-462-6006! 0563661 2032379577 Free Est! #HIC0616290
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Painting & Wallpapering
Fall is almost here! Cleanups, Mowing, Hedge/Tree Trimming, Snow Removal, & more! Call A & A Lawn Maint. 860-719-3953
PAINTING SPECIALS for Aug. & Sept. Int/Ext. Powerwash. 25 yrs exp. HIC# 0624158 Call Tom 203-715-5906
Plumbing
CARL’S Plumbing & Gary Wodatch LandHeating. 25% Senior scaping. Hedge/tree citizen disc. No job too trimming. Trim oversmall! Cell, 203-272grown properties. Calls 1730, 860-680-2395. returned. #620397 860-558-5430 George J Mack & Sons Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 25% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. 203-238-2820
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POWER WASHING Is Spring Cleaning ON THE OUTSIDE FREE Estimates #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279
Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-535-2962 HIC#0631937
V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding Inc Windows, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192 (203) 639-1634
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Public / Legal Notices Tree Services
Dynamic Tree & Brush Removal Stump grinding, attic & basement cleanouts. Call 203-235-9944 Gary Wodatch LLC TREE REMOVAL All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430 LAVIGNE’S Tree Service In busi. 35 yrs. Tree removal. Stump grinding. CraneService. Free Est. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com
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