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BHS to perform ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Dressed in vibrant costumes, Berlin High School students sang and danced their way into a medieval fairy tale last week in preparation for the spring musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” “I’m very excited for the show,” said Caylie Whiteside, a Berlin High School senior. “It’s really different from anything I’ve ever been in.”
Several downtown properties are being considered for future development, including town-owned land once considered for a new police station.
Berlin High School senior Mark Bosse sings as Minstrel in the spring musical “Once Upon a Mattress.” | Photos by Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen Cast members hold Caylie Whiteside on their shoulders during rehearsal.
Whiteside plays Princess Winnifred in the musical adaption of “The Princess and the Pea.” The high school senior is introduced to the audience covered in leaves and seaweed. “She has frogs as pets, she lives in a swamp and she’s very confident with herself,” Whiteside said of the character.
“We’re looking at what it could be,” Economic Development Director Chris Edge said of the property set aside for the station. “A lot is purely discussion and concepts.” A proposal for a $16 million police station was voted down by the Town Council last summer. The Farmington Avenue property, divided into three parcels, is being studied by CivicMoxie, a consulting firm hired by the town to help develop a downtown revitalization plan. “We are thinking about what fits with the character of Berlin,” said
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Berlin police administer anti-overdose drug 16 times By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Since Berlin police first began carrying naloxone, officers have administered the live-saving drug 16 times to revive people from opioid overdoses.
Deputy Police Chief John Klett. The police department began carrying naloxone, known by the brand name Narcan, last February. All officers have since been trained in administering the intranasal anti-overdose medication.
Previously, Hunter’s Am“We’re fortunate we’ve been bulance was the only first able to get there in time,” said responder in town that car-
ried naloxone. Police typically arrive first at the scene, however.
That person has not relapsed since the last overdose, Klett said.
Legislation was passed last year requiring all municipalities to ensure designated first responders are trained and equipped with naloxone.
The medication is ordered by the department and included in the budget under “operating materials.” Klett said the department has not yet had to ask for additional money for the medication.
Klett said all the individuals who were treated with naloxone survived. Police had to treat one person three times.
Naloxone costs roughly $50 per dose. A supply of a dozen
doses costs $600. Klett said police have had to use the medication an average of a little more than once a month to save a life. “You can’t put a price on that,” he said. During a recent 10-day stretch, however, the naloxone was used twice. Klett See Overdoses, A2
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Four Berlin residents ranging from 52 years old to 72 years old died of opioid overdoses in 2015, according to the
In June 2016, 22-year-old Berlin resident Lisa Andreana died of an overdose. Andreana’s obituary, published in The Citizen, stated she died of a heroin overdose “after a long and courageous battle with addiction.” She was a 2012 graduate of Berlin High School. Her mother Amy Andreana spoke about the devastating impact of addiction as part of a substance abuse panel at the high school in January. Police Detective Ted Fuini also spoke at the panel discussion about changing the mindset of people afraid to
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The Berlin Historical Society has been circulating a petition to rebuild the station. Edge said there are currently no plans for the site.
The old train station site off Farmington Ave., destroyed by a fire in December, has also been a recent topic of discussion. During the January meeting by CivicMoxie, residents asked about the fu-
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Klett said the epidemic does not discriminate by age or gender. Ages have ranged from high school to senior citizens, though Klett said the bulk of people who have overdosed are in the 20 to 40 age range.
“We’re here to help,” he said. “It’s a huge stigma, people are scared to call police because they don’t want to get arrested.”
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A majority of the people saved over the last year overdosed in private homes. Klett said one third of the revivals occurred at motels and places around the Berlin Turnpike.
The first half of 2016 saw two deaths of Berlin residents ages 20 and 38. Fetanyl contributed to both deaths.
Nearly all surrounding towns saw an increase from the year prior.
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The unconventional princess is part of a cast of unique fairy tale characters. The musical is narrated by a storyteller played by senior Mark Bosse. “I’m very excited to be able to have that connection with the audience,” he said. Director Kathryn Scherer, right, the school’s music teacher, talks with Caylie Whiteside, who’s rehearsing her role as Princess Winnifred in Berlin High School’s spring musical, “Once Upon a Mattress.” | Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
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Calendar Thursday, March 2 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.
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The Ladies Guild of St. Paul Church is scheduled to meet Wednesday, March 8, 7 p.m., in the church hall. A “Spiritual Activity” is planned. The item of the month for the Berlin Food Pantry is paper goods. All ladies of the parish are welcome.
The New Britain Council of Catholic Women has scheduled “A Day of Prayer on the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord” for Saturday, March 25, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield. A fee is charged. The event includes a conference, Mass, Rosary,
Holy Hour of Doration and a question and answer session led by Father Nadolny. Breakfast and lunch included. Bus transportation from Pope John II School in New Britain. For more information and reservations, call 860223-4090 or email nbcouncilcatholicwomen@gmail.com.
Bethany Covenant Church Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled a performance of The Ryan Johnson Group for Sunday, March 12, 4 p.m. For more information, contact the church at 860-828-3637 or www.bethanycovenant.org.
Berlin Congregational Church Worship - Berlin Congregational Church schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with communion on the
school are available during first Sunday of every month. Nursery care is available. Call worship services. 869-828-6586. Bible Study is planned for Choir, bell ringers - The Ber- Wednesdays at 11 a.m. lin Congregational Church Playgroup - Free playground invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ring- is scheduled for Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. All are welcome. ers to call 860-828-6586. Call 860-828-4511 or visit www.kensingtoncong.org. Sweet Hour of Prayer The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled open Prince of Peace prayer in the sanctuary on Lenten season schedule the fourth Tuesday of each The Prince of Peace Lutheran month, 7 to 8 p.m. Stay as long as you like, and listen to Church has scheduled “Soup and Something” with other soft, meditative music and churches every Wednesday prayer. Written, anonymous during Lent. Potluck dinprayer request may be subner at 6 p.m.; worship at 7 mitted. Call 860-828-6586. p.m. March 8 at St. Mark’s Tot time - Free Tot Time, Episcopal Church, 147 West Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Main St., New Britain; March featuring play session, crafts, 15 at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal snack and more. Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin; March 22 at Prince of Kensington Peace; March 29 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 294 Arch Congregational St., New Britain and April 5 at First Lutheran Church of Church the Reformation, 77 FrankSunday worship - 10 a.m. lin Square, New Britain. For Child care and Sunday more information, call 860828-5079 or visit princeofpeacelutheran06037.com.
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Obituaries Sophie Marie (Walenda) Donahue BERLIN — Sophie Marie (Walenda) Donahue, 98, of Berlin, and a former resident of Norwich, died on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017. Born in Norwich on Oct. 26, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Czajkowski) Walenda. She was the wife of the late John H. Donahue who she married on May 30, 1940, at St. Joseph Church in Norwich. Sophie worked for many years as an administrative assistant at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in East Hartford. She is survived by three sisters, Jane Morgan, of Bethpage, N.Y., Gladys King, of Uncasville, and Genevieve Sucholet, of Uncasville; a sister-in-law, Betsy Donahue, of Dearfield Beach, Fla.; and numerous nieces, nephews; cousins; and grandnieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, John Donahue; her mother, Katherine Walenda; brothers, Joseph and Stanley Walenda; and sister, Josephine Walenda. A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, (TODAY), at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 120 Cliff St, Norwich. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Donations in her memory are asked to be made to a favorite charity of the donor’s choice. The Woyasz & Son Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Obituary fee The Berlin Citizen charges $50 for an 8-inch obituary, and $5 for each additional inch. To place an obituary, call 203-317-2240.
Barbara D. Pavano BERLIN — Barbara Dolores (Matejek) Pavano, of Berlin, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, following a long illness. She was the wife of the late James G. Pavano to whom she was married for 53 years before his death in 2010 in Florida. Born in New Britain, March 2, 1935, a daughter of the late John and Hedwig (Kierwiak) Matejek, Barbara was a Berlin resident most of her life. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart School and Mary Immaculate Academy, (class of 1953) both in New Britain and attended Middlesex Community College in Middletown. Barbara was a business analyst at Aetna Life and Casualty for 15 years before her retirement. She was a member of St. Paul’s Church in Kensington. Barbara was a member of the Berlin Association of Special Education, C.C.A.R.C. of New Britain, Special Olympics in Berlin, and the Berlin Senior Center. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and the many activities at the Senior Cen-
Albert C. Pollard ter. She also enjoyed the music of the 60’s and 70’s. Barbara is survived by three sons, Stephen A. Pavano, Gary R. Pavano and his wife, Susann, both of Berlin, and Philip L. Pavano, Sr., and his wife, Kathy, of Southington; a grandson, Philip L. Pavano, Jr., of Southington; a brother, Daniel Matejek and a sister-in-law, Barbara Matejek, both of Florida; five step-grandchildren, Jason Krawic, of Oklahoma, Jennifer McCormick, of Tolland, Rachel Demaida, of Granby, Danielle Civitillo, of Simsbury, and Jennifer Snow, of Honolulu, Hawaii; nine step-grandchildren; several cousins; nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, Barbara was predeceased by a son, Michael Pavano. Everyone is invited to go directly to St. Paul Church, 479 Alling St., Kensington on Saturday, March 4, at 10 a.m. for a Mass of Christian burial for Barbara. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Burritt St., New Britain. The Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, 96 Main St., Kensington is in charge of arrangements. To share a memory of Barbara with her family, please visit wwwberlinmemorialfuneralhome.com.
Construction set for March 3-5 Beginning Friday, March 3 at 10 p.m. and continuing through Sunday, March 5 at 5 p.m., there will be construction activity between Camels Back and Main Street in Berlin. There will be construction noise throughout this period and temporary lighting to support overnight work in the area.
For construction-related questions, contact Rich Angelicola, resident engineer, AECOM at 860-867-6460.
Future updates on the status and location of construction activities will be provided on the NHHS Rail Program website (www.nhhsrail.com), Facebook, Twitter and by email. To receive email updates, register on the NHHS Rail Program website.
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Tab drive to benefit childrens hospital The Berlin High School Interact Club is collecting can tabs. All tabs will be donated to the Shriner’s Children Hospital, in Springfield, Mass. Tabs of all kinds will be collected.
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KENSINGTON — Albert C. “Sonny“, “Scoop” Pollard, 91, of Kensington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. Born in New Britain on Aug. 7, 1925, to the late Catherine (Nielsen) and the late Albert C Pollard, he lived in New Britain until moving to the summer house at Lake Beseck, Middlefield, as a young man. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School, worked at Happy Acres as a life guard, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a chauffeur in the General’s Motor Pool. In 1950, he married Helen Hayn, and they lived in Middlefield where they raised their three children. Al was a former member of the Middlefield Federated Church, the Middlefield Lions Club, and a current member of the
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EDITORIAL
Berlin church merger a sign of the times The influence organized religion once had in America is waning in many places. Some lament this, others applaud it, but few will argue that it is not the case. A Religious Landscape Study by the Pew Research Center found that more and more Americans are falling into the religiously unaffiliated camp. That group — also called the “nones” — accounted for 23 percent of the adult population in 2014, up from 16 percent just seven years prior. Also, the extensive study found the share of Americans who say they are “absolutely certain” God exists dropped from 71 percent in 2007 to 63 percent in 2014. Not surprisingly, some churches
are having a difficult time filling the pews. Sacred Heart Catholic Church in East Berlin is among those houses of worship. Its congregation dwindling, Sacred Heart will soon cease to be. On March 1, the church will merge with nearby St. Paul Catholic in Kensington. The Archdiocese of Hartford made this difficult yet wise decision, citing Sacred Heart’s diminishing flock, the unavailability of priests and the inability of the Archdiocese to appoint a pastor at the church.
that need a priest.” Sacred Heart currently has 110 families. Speaking of Sacred Heart, Diane Funk, business manager for St. Paul, said “It’s the numbers that can’t support the personnel.” While the Archdiocese had little choice but to make a change at Sacred Heart, this move is, understandably, heart-breaking for many. Longtime Sacred Heart parishioner Harry Josephson said, “Although we are a small parish, our people are dedicated. We consider ourselves a small family.”
“It’s just impossible for us to staff it,” “Father Robert (Schlageter) has said the Rev. Robert Schlageter, St. Paul’s pastor. “There are church com- started to ease our sorrow,” Josephmunities that are substantially larger son said.
According to the Archdiocese, in the last 50 years the number of active priests has decreased by more than 60 percent and the number of Catholics has declined by 27 percent. Meanwhile, mass attendance on average has plummeted by nearly 70 percent. Looking at those numbers, and their trajectory, the Archdiocese is considering consolidating more than 200 parishes. Even in the world of religion, decisions must be made based on dollars and cents. This editorial was originally published in the Meriden Record-Journal.
COMMENTARY
Living life to the fullest with cancer By Greta Stifel
I am a Berlin resident, and a “zebra.” I suffer from a rare cancer called neuroendocrine tumor carcinoid cancer, or NET. Most carcinoid tumors start in one of three areas – lungs, digestive system (GI tract) and in the pancreas. There is no cure for this cancer and it will never be in remission. The zebra is the mascot for my cancer. Zebra is a medical slang term for
a surprising diagnosis. The color on the “cancer wheel” (each cancer has a color associated with it, like pink for breast cancer) is black and white. However, NET cancers are anything but black and white; more like 50 shades of gray and then some. No two NET cancer patients are alike, just like no two zebras as exactly alike. It is a very sneaky, complicated, “under the radar” cancer and can hide and go just about anywhere. It is typically a slow-growing cancer, and if
caught early a patient can live a long time, as long as it is not fully metastasized, as mine is. My primary tumor was located in the ileum (GI tract) and was missed completely during a routine colonoscopy. Then, after months of complaining of discomfort, abdominal pain and bloating/distention, weight gain, vomiting, hot flashes, redness to my face/neck and sluggishness, my doctor slapped on labels of menopause, See Stifel, A11
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Letter to the Editor The campaign has begun To the editor: The election cycle has begun early in Berlin with Kristin Campanelli announcing a potential run. Here are some things to consider: 1. Kristin actively campaigned against all five charter revision items, ignoring the recommendations of two prominent Democrats on the
Charter Commission that she helped choose. Had she had her way, you would not have the authority to vote on town projects over $5 million, to vote on the annual budget up to two times, or to separately choose your mayor. She wants all the power, with no citizen participation.
est component of the high school bonding is set to hit the budget. Add to this the uncertainty the state has injected into the revenue side of the budget process and you wonder how anyone could advocate for a large capital expenditure at this time.
2. Kristin lobbied strongly to build the new police station despite hard evidence this would require a significant increase in taxes during the same period when the larg-
3. Kristin, as a Berlin Democratic Town Committee member, has been a supporter of Governor Malloy’s policies that included large tax and spending increases.
And with these increases Connecticut is still a financial disaster. What percentage would she increase taxes and spending? How much more does she feel you can pay in taxes? What projects does she have in mind? How is she going to pay for it? Our Republican team has made changes in the past year to move the town forward. They are creating long-term action plans for roads, infrastructure, etc. They are working closely
with Planning and Zoning Commission and Economic Development to help bring business to town. And they are working diligently to craft responsible budgets. They’ll be plenty of time to learn and listen. But I would be very concerned if Kristin or any of the Democrats take back Berlin. Anne Reilly Berlin The writer is chair of the Republican Town Committee.
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IBS, IBD, H. Pylori, cecum thickening, ulcerative colitis, and a few others. Everything but NET cancer/ carcinoid cancer. Eventually, I was rushed to the hospital for a gallbladder/appendix procedure and was given an exploratory operation and told “you have cancer,” although just two months prior, with the colonoscopy, I was told “you have no cancer.” I was rushed to the hospital due to a life-threatening bowel obstruction, as the tumor continued to grow. I have had to deal with so much pain and suffering and it is my goal to not have others go through what I am going through. I am looking to save lives in what I am doing with the establishment of The Stifle Cancer Foundation. I plan on “Kickin’ Cancer in the Noid”... and everywhere it goes. I am a patient advocate, health activist and cancer patient looking to do something positive.
This cancer can never be in remission, it will live with me until it takes over completely. It is difficult to deal with this dynamic; that there will not be a cure in my lifetime, that the cancer will continue to grow and that I face more invasive surgeries down the road, clinical trials and chemotherapy. I am on a mission to educate and bring forth awareness to all, but especially to reach out to the medical community, to enlighten them about this cancer and to be better informed that this cancer could be the culprit of patients’ problems (not IBS or IBD).
of others by helping spread the word of this cancer.
Not enough funding or awareness goes to rare diseases, to this cancer, specifically. I intend to change this, starting with the State of Connecticut. The state has already proclaimed NET Cancer Day. And I recently applied to become a state ambassador for promoting rare disease and the issues we patients, and caregivers, face.
Steve Jobs, the poster man for NETS, died of pancreatic cancer, but what he actually died from was neuroendocrine cancer of the pancreas (the primary tumor was found in his pancreas.)
Cancer has been bittersweet for me. It has taught me a great deal. It has brought me to a place of acceptance and resolve and it has given me inner strength to fight harder and harder. It has brought me many new friendships and alliances.
Being denied medical coverage or procedures critical in our management of our health, is one of the areas I am going to work on specifically. I just received a bill in the mail for $144,000 from my insurance provider, which denied 100 percent of the claim. Cancer is expensive, de-
More and more people are getting this cancer and there has been a huge spike of incidents of this cancer throughout the country and internationally.
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Acting town manager to receive stipend The council approved a stipend for Temporary Town Manager Jack Healy, Tuesday, Feb. 21.
ager in January after the council approved a separation agreement with Town Manager Denise McNair.
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
According to the separation agreement, the town will pay McNair $65,686, six months of her annual salary. Healy officially started in the temporary position on Feb. 1.
The Town Council has approved a $3,000 monthly stipend for acting Town Manager Jack Healy. Healy also serves as the town engineer and public works director. He receives an annual salary of $114,520 for that position. The stipend is in addition to that salary.
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A job posting for a new town manager was recently listed on the town website. Applications will be accepted until April 3.
The council voted unanimously Tuesday, Feb. 21 to pay the stipend through April. He was appointed acting town man-
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Meriden Y looking at Berlin expansion By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
The Meriden YMCA is looking at expanding its footprint in Berlin with a facility featuring basketball courts and a swimming pool. “We’re in the very preliminary stages,” said John Benigni, CEO of the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA. Last summer, the Meriden YMCA merged with the New Britain-Berlin YMCA and expanded programs in all three communities. Benigni said one of the merger goals was to increase space for YMCA offerings in Berlin.
there have been initial conversations with the town and YMCA about an expanded facility. “They’re trying to gear it to the community,” he said. “Where can the YMCA step in?” A new community center could potentially be part of a YMCA building expansion. The existing community center is attached to Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. “The community center probably needs the space,” Edge said. At a recent meeting, the Berlin Parks and Recreation Commission discussed the difficulty of a potential joint community center shared by
The YMCA building on Main Street in Berlin currently provides a variety of programs, but it does not have a gymnasium. Since the merger, the Berlin Y has started offering yoga, aerobics and youth cooking and theater classes.
the town and the YMCA. Benigni said the YMCA has also discussed having a community center and YMCA under one roof. “We’ve discussed how those two would work in conjunction with each other,” he said. The immediate plan, Benigni said, will include temporary space in town for new YMCA programs by the end of the year. A location for a new facility and temporary space has not been determined. “We could see this project taking a few years at minimum to build and get approval as well as raise the money for it,” Benigni said.
The Berlin YMCA on Main Street currently offers theater, cooking, and fitness classes, but is not a full YMCA facility.
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Sports submissions The Berlin Citizen wants to know what your favorite local teams are up to. Coaches, team managers, even players and parents, are welcome to keep us posted. Send game recaps and photos to ncarroll@record-journal.com. Please double-check all information for accuracy.
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New Britain Bees announce open tryouts The New Britain Bees announced that the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball club will hold open tryouts on Tuesday, April 11, 6 to 8 p.m., at New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain. Tryouts are open to any player 18 years of age or older, and is
no longer eligible to participate in NCAA athletics. No previous professional baseball experience is necessary, although players who have played professionally before are invited to attend.
footwear and catching gear. Attendees will be evaluated by members of the New Britain Bees front office and baseball operations staff. Participating in the open tryout does not guarantee any contract offer.
Players are required to bring their own equipment, including: wooden bats, gloves, All attendees must sign a
tryout waiver before any on-field activities. In event of rain, the tryout will be rescheduled to the first available date during the Bees’ spring training.
ain Stadium. A $75 non-refundable fee is required with any pre-registration. Registration on the day of the tryout is $100.
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Berlin High School alum is back with the Bees New Britain Bees team officials announced Wednesday, Feb. 22 that the team has resigned Anthony Marzi for the 2017 season. Marzi becomes the first lefthanded pitcher for New Britain this season, and the first
Connecticut native on the 2017 roster. “I’m incredibly excited to be back with the Bees in 2017,” said Marzi. “It’s a great experience to play so close to home. New Britain baseball has been an important part
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Library Briefs Berlin Free Library
New books - “Garden of Lamentations” by Deborah Crombie; “Heartbreak Hotel” by Jonathan Kellerman; “The Crow Trap” by Ann Cleeves; “Most Dangerous Place” by James Grippando; “Right Behind You” by Lisa Gardner; “The Sleepwalker” by Chris Bohjalian; “The Mistress” by Danielle Steel; “Below the Belt” by Stuart Woods; “The Midnight Bell” by Jack Higgins; “Expecting to Die” by Lisa Jackson; “I’ll Take You There” by Wally Lamb; “Cross the Line” by James Patterson; “My Not So Perfect Life” by Sophie Kinsella; “When All The Girls Have Gone” by Jayne Ann Krentz; “Never Never” by James Patterson; “The Whole Town’s Talking” by Fannie Flagg; “The Whistler” by John Grisham; “Sex, Lies * Serious Money” by Stuart Woods.
The Berlin Free Library has scheduled its “Fill-a-Bag” book sale for Wednesday, March 29, 9 to 11 a.m.
East Berlin Library is open Mondays and Thursdays, 3 to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Library Tea - The Berlin Free Library, 834 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled its sixth annual Library Tea for Saturday, April 22, 2 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information, and tickets, call 860-828-3344. Donations - The Berlin Free Library, 834 Worthington Ridge, accepts gently used books for both children and adults for the ongoing book sale. Items can be brought to the library Monday and Friday, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 7 to 8:30 p.m., or place them in the book drop at any time.
Berlin-Peck Memorial Library AARP Tax Aide - AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is free
to taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older. Tax assistance appointments will be scheduled for Tuesdays, through April 11. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call the library at 860-828-7125. Adult programs Celebrating 300 years of Connecticut’s Remarkable Women with Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame - Tuesday, March 7, 6:30 p.m. Discussion of Ella Grasso, Katharine Hepburn, Marian Anderson, Maria Sanchez, Barbara McClintock and Hannah Watson. Registration is required. Call 860-828-7126.
MONITORING AND REPORTING VIOLATION Este informe contiene información importante acerca de su agua potable. Haga que alguien lo traduzca para usted, o hable con alguien que lo entienda. Date: February 27, 2017 PWSID: CT0070021 To: The Customers/Residents of Berlin Water Control Commission (BWCC) From: BWCC Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (RCSA) Section 19-13-B102 requires that suppliers of public water must conduct, or have specific laboratory tests to monitor the water quality of their water supply, to insure that it meets with the current drinking water standards. Failure to conduct timely monitoring and/or report results of such monitoring to the State Department of Public Health Drinking Water Section constitutes a violation of the RCSA. As your public water supplier, we must formally notify customers of all monitoring violations, or face additional RCSA violations. We are required to monitor your drinking water for specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular monitoring are an indicator of whether or not our drinking water meets health standards. We did not monitor, or test, or did not complete all of the monitoring or testing for the requirement(s) listed below, and therefore cannot be sure of the quality of our drinking water during that time. Analyte: Organic Chemicals (WSF_ID: 00700; Monitoring Period: January 1, 2016 to March 30, 2016 and July 1, 2016 to September 30, 2016 What should I do? This is not an emergency. If it have been, you would have been notified within 24 hours. There is nothing you need to do. You do not need to boil your water, or take other corrective actions. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
Berlin High School Art Exhibit Reception - Wednesday, March 8, 5 to 8 p.m. Exhibit is scheduled to be on display Monday, March 6 to Friday, March 10. See Library, A18
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What is being done? Organics testing in December 2016, provided satisfactory results. The public WAS NOT AT RISK. We did not collect samples because our wells were shut down. The second time another set of Organics were tested, apparently the routine Organics were inadvertently not tested. We expect to return to compliance, or resolve the situation by: December 31, 2016. If you have any questions please contact Ray Jarema at 860-828-7065, or by mail at 240 Kensington Road, Berlin, CT 06037. Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
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This inspiring and unique community event will honor more than 275 local high school athletes for their achievements throughout the school year, including Record-Journal Athletes of the Week, RecordJournal Scholar Athletes and All R-J Teams nominees. More than 20 athletes will be honored as the best in their sport, Male and Female Athletes of the Year will be named, Male and Female Scholar Athletes of the Year will be named and a Coach of the Year will be named. Brunch will be served and the public is invited to this special event.
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Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
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83 Mill Street - Rt. 372 Berlin, CT 06037 (860) 828-3922 Family owned diner. Minutes off the Berlin tpke. Breakfast special 6am-3pm- 2 eggs, homefries & toast. Coffee or tea. $4.99 Mon.-Fri.! Open 7 days a week. God Bless America
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99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com Causal neighborhood dining with beautiful mountain views. Craft beers/ cocktails specials, weekly live music and tap takeovers. There’s always something special going on inside the Tavern!
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Family Owned Japanese & Thai Asian Cuisine. Family Friendly and fun atmosphere. Specialty cocktails and delicious desserts. We offer catering & party trays for your next event! Like us on FB & yelp! Order online! Open 365 days a year
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Senior News Meetings - The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, March 13, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 21, 12:15 p.m., at the Senior Center, entertainment by the Irish step dancers from the
Shamrock School of Dance is planned. Class - The Seniors Safe Drivers Class, sponsored by AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. Completion of the class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premium. Regis-
tration is required. For more information and to register, call Barbara Dixon at 860-828-6295.
Volunteer Driver program The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to
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Senior Bowling League from Feb. 24: Jim Nishioka, 190: Mike Koval, 186; Nick Nesci, 177; Rockwell Roberts, 173; Gene Lemery, 173; Jan Bennett, 171; Buzz Brazee, 169; Sam D’Amato, 159; Ferd Brochu, 158; Louise Baccaro, 154; Dan Rich, 153; Joe Sytulek, 153.
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Tuesday, March 7: Pineapple juice, sweet and sour grilled chicken breast au jus, brown rice, ginger baby carrots, 12 gain bread, cake.
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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, March 6: Pulled pork, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce.
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AUTO DETAILER, Exp. 59 GROLSCH - Embossed beer bottles, Requ., FT, Must have 16 oz, w/porcelain valid CT lic. A Marvelswing tops. Ideal for ous Car Wash, 593 Rt. home brew bottling. 66 Middletown, CT $40.00 o.b.o. 203-2374163, Meriden.
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Perform engineering duties related to mechanically functioning equipment used in the manufacturing of precise metal and plastic products. Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, technical drawings and computer generated reports. Analyze production designs, run tests and generate specifications. Provide complete and accurate setups for the mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. Monitor technical aspects of manufacturing, maintenance and repair of the machines to ensure functionality according to specifications. Investigate and diagnose equipment failures, recommend remedial solutions. Recommend and specify system components to ensure conformance with engineering design, specifications and production goals. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Please mail resume and cover letter for consideration: TOMZ Corp 47 Episcopal Road Berlin, CT 06037
2012 BUICK ENCLAVE
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Real Estate Paralegal Southington law firm seeks exp. paralegal to handle all aspects of real estate closings independently. Must have knowledge of current TRID regulations. Forward cover letter and resume to: lawoffice@ elliottstanekpc.com
The Record Journal will be happy to accept your free ad by mail only. You can place a free ad for stuff given away for free; lost and found pets or items; for “1” item of merchandise, for less than $100. Ads will run for 7 days. Items for sale cannot be repeated. Ads will be published at the discretion of the publisher when space allows. Please mail your ad to: The Record Journal, 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450.
Music Instruments & Instruction
Music By Roberta Perform + Instruct Voice lessons - all ages +levels,piano beginnerinterm. (203) 630-9295.
Wanted to Buy 1,2,3 Items or an Estate ûûûCA$Hûûû 203-494-1695 ESTATE SALE SERVICE Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps 1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture, 50’s Items. Whole Estates 203 238-3499 AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, Bench Tools Hand Tools, Much More. (203) 525-0608 ALL CASH FOR
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ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID
Appliances AFFORDABLE - Used Dryers, washers, fridges, stoves, repairs available. Wallingford, 475-201-9001.
Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350
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.
Buyer of Vintage NAPIER costume jewelry & memorabilia! HIGHEST CASH PAID! 203-606-8374
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate. 203-235-8431.
Wood / Fuel & Heating Equip SEASONED FIREWOOD Approximately 18” long, full cord, $200. ½ cord, 125.00 (203) 294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com
Tree Length Firewood Call for Details 203-238-2149 A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.
Pets For Sale ATTENTION DOG OWNERS DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES Starting 2/27/17 @ Cheshire Parks & Rec 6 Week Course $90 Non-Residents $ 100 Pre-Registration a Must Beginners Class 6:15 p Novice&Advance 7:15 p For further info call Cheshire Parks and Rec b/t 9 & 4 M - F 203-272-2743
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FLANDERS WEST APARTMENTS 3 Darling Street, Southington, CT Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants 50 years of age of older. For more info call 860-621-3954 TTY 711 FlanderswestBC.com
MERIDEN-4 BR, 1BA, REDUCED, refurb. kitchen w/new 3 door refrig & cabinets, & refurb. BA, new floors in bath, kitchen, dining room, new carpet throughout, fresh paint, W/D hkups in kitchen, 2 off-st prkg, sec., ref., credit ck., 1500+S/F Loft apts 1 & $1350.00 mo., avail. immed. 203-608-8348 2 BR avail. All newly renovated. Prime loc., German Shepherd right off hghwy., close WALLINGFORD - NICEDogs-Lg. Boned, Reg., to mall, hospital and all AVAIL. NOW! 2 BR, 2nd $950+; fl., new BA, hot water transportation. Avail. Golden Retrieversinc. $900. mo + 1 mo. immed. 917-566-6672 $950+; sec. 203-626-1195 Call 860-828-7442
Pets For Adoption FREE TO A GOOD HOME - Female Black cat, approx. 6 yrs old, spayed, indoor, not declawed, current on all shots. Please call 203-631-0080 Linda.
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MERIDEN 2-3 BR, 2nd fl., no pets, smkg, drugs, weed. $875/mo. lease, cr. chk., sec. dep. 203-608-8348 MERIDEN - 2 BR, 2nd fl., washer hkup., off st. prkg., sec. req. $900 mo. 860-508-7741
FREE - To a good home only: 4 yr old female Calico Cat. Healthy, spayed, all shots up to date. Housebroken & MERIDEN - 2 BR, 5 rms 2fl, WD, enc. porch, good temperament. $1,000; Also, 1 BR, 1st Micro-chipped.Best for fl., $615. Both: HW, lrg home who allows her KITs & appls., no pets, some outdoor time prkg, refs. sec. dep. and/or lots of indoor Call (860) 276-0552. activity. 203-514-1534
Apartments For Rent MERIDEN - 3 BR, 1.5 MERIDEN - 2nd fl: 1 BR $600mo.; Studio $500 mo. 2 mo. sec. +app fee. Maier Property Mgt, 203-235-1000.
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POLISH WOMAN Looking to take care of older person, good exper. & refs. Avail to live in. (860) 828 0299.
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BA, W/D Hkp, $1,000 mo. 2 mo. sec. West Meriden - 2 BR Condo, $850, 2 mo sec. + app Side. No pets. Maier fee. No pets. Maier PM, 203-235-1000. Property Mgt,203-2351000. Conv. to hi-way. SOUTHINGTON - Eff.
1st fl. Near Hosp. of C. Houses to Share CT, no util., ref. and Thank You for double sec.dep., Shopping Local 860-621-2693 MERIDEN - Rooms for Rent/House to share. Ref. needed. Call (203) 599-8395 or cell (347) 641-1135. Place your ad today, call 203-238-1953.
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***CALL TODAY*** Yalesville Construction, LLC. Roofing, siding, kitchens, baths, additions, decks, doors windows, power washing, flooring Insured Free est. 203-535-2962 HIC#0631937
20% OFF IF YOU Mention 203-639-0032 All Systems Electric LLC This Ad Electrical Wiring & More! SPRINGYard Clean-Ups info@ gonzalez Generators, Security Brush, branches, leaves, constructionllc.com & Fire Alarms, Data storm damage Wiring, Roof De-Icing **JUNK REMOVAL** Local Contractor, 20 yrs. Fully Lic & Ins FREE ESTIMATES! exp.. All aspects of Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Reg #577319 CT# 0187714-E1 Visit Debris, etc residential impr.. Lic. us at www.ase-ct.com WE CAN REMOVE & Ins. #558904. Call 860-436-4957 ANYTHING Dan 203-265-4674 Entire house to T.E.C. Electrical 1 item removed! House Cleaning Service LLC FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount All Phases of Electrical Work LIC & INS. 24 hr. Emergency Service Polish/English Speaking woman to clean house 203-535-9817 or Small Jobs Welcome w/care. 3rd cleaning 860-575-8218 203-237-2122 50% off. Ins & bonded. Open 8–5 Refs. 860-538-4885 SPRING CLEANUP Fencing starts now! Monday Norm the Gardener (203) 265-1460 CORNERSTONE thru Friday. Business Owner / Service Provider? Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of Masonry LIST YOUR SERVICE Call Us. fence. Res/Comm. In Our Business / Service Directory AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call 203-238-1953 ALEX MASONRY John Uvino 203-23730 yrs. exp. Patios, 4283. CT Reg Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, #601060. Junk Removal Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-232Gutters 0257 or 203-596-0652 CENTRAL CONN. JUNK REMOVAL NO JOB TOO BIG Plumbing OR SMALL. 860-719-7089 Roofing. Siding. George J Mack & Sons Windows. More. Free Servicing the Meriden Est’s. Ins. # 604200. area since 1922. Toilet, Member BBB. faucet, sink & drain reHarmony.(860) 645-8899 pairs. Water heater reGUTTERS PLUS 25+ yrs placements. 15% Sr exp. Call today for free citizen disc. Member est. 203-440-3535 Ct. of BBB. 203-238-2820 Reg. #578887
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ED’S JUNK REMOVAL WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, bsemts, garages, appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526
Home Improvement CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
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Siding Dynamic Home Improvement Roofing, siding, chimney & skylight repair, gutters, gutterguard. #0642115. Full lic. & ins. 203-235-9944
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Health Briefs Volunteer drivers needed for seniors Senior Transportation Services, Inc., a nonprofit transportation service for citizens age 55 and older, is in need of volunteer drivers. The service provides transportation to out-of-town medical appointments and services residents of Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Southington and Wallingford. Mileage is reimbursed. Local Boy Scouts at Camp Hinds in Maine.
| Photo by Lee Roski
Scouts brave the cold in Maine Over the recent winter break, Boy Scouts from troops 24, 41 and 256, all from Berlin, ventured to Camp William Hinds in Raymond, Maine, to participate in the BSA cold weather adventure program known as Okpik. Appropriately, Okpik is the Inuit name for the Snowy Owl. The scouts piled up large mounds of snow, and then dug out their
sleeping quarters, or quinzees. Overnight temperatures in a quinzee averages in the mid 20s, regardless of the outside temperature, making for comfortable sleeping as long as one is properly equipped. The weather for this outing was perfect, with clear skies and daytime temperatures in the 30s, dropping into the 20s at night.
The scouts and leaders hiked out to the camp site on a plowed road, but when they arrived at the site, snow shoes were required as the snow was several feet deep. Upon their return to school, the local scouts had a great answer to the inevitable question: “What did you do on your winter vacation?�
For more, call 860-224-7117 or seniortransportationservices@yahoo. com.
Prayer group Activate the Cure, an interdenominational Christian ministry, welcomes all cancer patients, survivors, friends, family and caregivers to attend a weekly one-hour prayer gathering at the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute, 183 North Mountain Road, Plainville. For more information, including the current schedule, visit www.activatethecure.com or contact Joellen Putnam at 203-213-6495 or activatethecure@yahoo.com.
Connect to our new providers Hartford HealthCare Medical Group welcomes a new group of clinicians working together to providebetter and more convenient access to exceptional, coordinated patient care.
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