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Shuttle Meadow marks 100 years Budget
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By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
It’s rare for a golf club to reach the 100-year milestone and maintain the original look of the grounds, but Shuttle Meadow Country Club has done just that.
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“It really ties back to the beginning games of golf,” Timothy Gavronski, golf professional for Shuttle Meadow Country Club, said of the course.
While teachers and students prepare to return to school, the state’s lack of a budget is causing uncertainty about the year ahead in Berlin and Plainville.
The private Kensington club, hidden along a drive on Randecker Lane, was created in 1917 and designed in the Scottish Tradition by Willie Park Jr. Shuttle Meadow was the first course Park designed in the U.S. Park was also one
The state is currently operating under an executive order signed by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy after lawmakers failed to vote on a budget by July 1, the beginning of the fiscal year. | Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
Six cases of Lyme disease in Berlin this summer By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
From May to July, there have been six confirmed cases of Lyme disease in town.
“There are more and more people getting diagnosed, and more and more people are suffering,” said Lori DiPietro, health educator for the Central Connecticut Health District. DiPietro spoke about the disease and increase in ticks, due to a warm winter and wet spring, during a presenta-
tion at Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Wednesday night, Aug. 16. According to the state Department of Public Health’s 2016 report, Wallingford had 31 confirmed cases of the disease, while Meriden had 20. Cheshire had 19 confirmed cases, while there were See Lyme, A16
On Friday, Malloy released new figures for municipal aid. Under the plan, Berlin will lose $7.1 million compared to the previous fiscal year, and won’t receive any Education Cost Sharing grant funds. Last year, Berlin received $6.2 million from the education grant. Plainville will receive $10.8 million less compared to last year. The town will receive See Budget, A10
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Berlin High principal takes job in Massachusetts Erwin retires. By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Berlin High School Principal Francis Kennedy is planning to leave in November for a job in Massachusetts, just a few months before Superintendent of Schools David
ini will be the new assistant principal, replacing David Kitzman, who was appointed principal of Griswold Elementary School.
Erwin said Kennedy’s departure adds to the recent administrative staff changes. “We had a lot of shifts over the summer,” he said.
Kitzman replaces Kennedy Laurie Gjerpen, At McGee Middle who left Griswold to School, Timothy Chiaverbecome district director of
literacy and social studies. Gjerpen replaces Deb Thibault, who retired. The assistant principal at Griswold this year will be Megan Sirois, who replaces Pauline Greer. Greer resigned to become principal at Alfred W. Hanmer School in Wethersfield.
Sirois will split her duties between Griswold and Willard Elementary School after Natalie Hammond left Willard to become a principal in Redding. No word yet on who will replace Kennedy later this year. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448
New Britain High School plans reunions New Britain High School Class of 1947 has scheduled its 70th class reunion for Sunday, Sept. 10, 12:30 to 4 p.m., at Nuchie’s Restaurant, 164 Central St., Forestville. For more information, call Tony at 860-529-5697.
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Thursday, August 24, 2017
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Police hit the brakes on distracted driving bound lane of the Berlin Turnpike at Deming Road is a frequent spot for crashes.
By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
“I think eventually we can turn this driving behavior around,” he said.
Officer Timothy Bradle pulled over a driver Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 15 within the first 15 minutes of his fourhour shift near Farmington Avenue.
Berlin participated in the state enforcement last year when more than 500 drivers were pulled over on the Berlin Turnpike alone.
“Each cruiser has been giving about eight or nine tickets a day,” Bradle said.
In April, Mill Street and Farmington Avenue were added for spotters – officers in unmarked vehicles – and cruisers to enforce.
The driver told Bradle he had been using his phone to pull up navigation. Bradle issued the first of six infractions for the day in the area. The Aug. 15 enforcement was part of a 15-day campaign grant with the state Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office to crack down on motorists who use their phones while driving. The first wave of the campaign was in April, with over 50 law enforcement agencies from around the state, including Berlin, participating in the initiative. More than $6.8 million has been awarded to the state over the last three years for the enforcement. April’s wave saw a 17 percent
“It’s educating them by stopping them and telling them they did something wrong,” Bradle said.
Berlin Police Officer Timothy Bradle handed out infractions for distracted driving Tuesday, Aug. 15 as part of a state-wide campaign. | Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
drop in mobile phone use by drivers in the enforcement areas. Berlin Police Lt. James Gosselin said the number of violations continue to decrease. “It’s causing motorists to be more aware,” he said. “My
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$2.1 million from the education grant, an $8.2 million reduction from last year.
If the legislature passes a budget by October, those figure could increase. Early last week, school officials spoke about the
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Berlin High School on Feb. 11.
“We’re hoping we can keep the system intact,” Erwin said.
flat funding to ECS at the very least.”
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Berlin and Plainville each had more than $100,000 cut from its Education Cost Sharing funding last fiscal year. Before Malloy announced new figures for municipal aid, Plainville School Superintendent Maureen Brummett said she was hoping any budget from the legislature would “include
| Justin Weekes, For the Record-Journal
Some positions and after school programs were cut prior to the end of the school year. Brummett said earlier this month, no further cuts had been made. Both superintendents said they are waiting to see what the next steps will be before taking any action.
we would figure out a way to make it work,” Brummett said. “This is always a very exciting time of year,” Erwin said. “But with uncertainty this year, a lot of people are concerned.” The first day of school in Berlin is Aug. 30, while Plainville starts Aug. 31.
“If something really terrible happens, I would sit with my local folks, the Town Council and central office, and
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Thursday, August 24, 2017
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Malloy budget order calls for deep cuts Overall statutory formula aid under revised executive order (compared to 2016-17 fiscal year).
HARTFORD — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy unveiled a revised executive budget order Friday, Aug. 18 that would eliminate education funding for 85 municipalities. Locally, Southington, Berlin, Durham, Middlefield, and North Haven would all see their Education Cost Sharing grants, the single largest form of finanical aid from the Gov. Dannel P. Malloy speaks to the press Friday. Aug. 18 about municipal aid at the Capitol. | Mike Savino, Record-Journal state, disappear if Malloy’s executive order remains in with the legislature not takforms of aid. place this fiscal year. ing action on a budget before For towns absorbing the bigCheshire, Plainville, and June 30. gest cuts, though, the pain is Wallingford are among 54 Malloy has cut municipal aid felt most in the form of ECS. towns that would see deep — $684 million in the initial Malloy has maintained since cuts as part of a plan to preorder, and $243 million with the start of the year that the serve funding for struggling last Friday’s revisions — to state needs to recalibrate urban school districts like account for lost income and local aid disbursements, Meriden. for increases in fixed costs, particularly for education, Malloy’s revised executive such as pension contributo provide more help to its order would cut another tions and legal requirements. neediest cities. $243 million in local aid from He said last Friday that this the version he signed June 30 Every town will feel some cuts, including Meriden, revision does just that, elimas Connecticut prepares to inating provisions that have enter its third straight month which is losing $3.8 million through the eliminaprotected towns from cuts without a budget. tion of payments in lieu of when enrollment dropped “I tried to avoid all of this,” taxes — reimbursements for and taking into account each Malloy said, adding he didn’t state-mandated property town’s ability to absorb the expect the budget stalemate tax exemptions — and other cut. Prior to the revision, his to last for as long as it has. Malloy has only imposed his order for 90 days so far, but last Friday he revised how that order would look if in place for an entire year.
Saturday marked 50 days into the current fiscal year without a budget as lawmakers remain at odds over how to plug a projected $3.5 billion deficit over the next two fiscal years. Without a spending plan in place, Malloy has said his executive order would not add to the current deficit. That meant cuts because some revenue streams expired
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Berlin: $13,556 (-$7.1 million) Cheshire: $969,631 (-$13.1 million) Durham: $0 (-$4.1 million) Meriden: $65 million (-$3.8 million) Middlefield: $0 (-$2.2 million) North Haven: $6,692 (-$5.1 million) Plainville: $2.2 million (-$10.8 million) Southington: $15,104 (-$21.3 million) Wallingford: $2.4 million (-$20.5 million) Education Cost Sharing grant: Berlin: $0 (-$6.2 million from) Cheshire: $943,667 (-$8.5 million) Durham: $0 (-$3.9 million) Meriden: $60.3 million (no cut) Middlefield: $0 (-$2.1 million) North Haven: $0 (-$3.8 million) Plainville: $2.1 million (-$8.2 million) Southington: $0 (-$20.3 million) Wallingford: $2.1 million (-$19.2 million)
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of the top professional golfers of his era, winning The Open Championship twice. He’s also a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame.
“It’s always nice to come back here and see the old members,” Bayram said.
A plaque on the first tee commemorates Park’s work. “There’s a lot of neat history here,” Gavronski said. Bobby Jones, winner of both U.S. and British opens in 1930, is one of 35 champions that have played the course. In honor of the club’s 100th anniversary, plaques for Park and Jones, among others, have been placed around the grounds. Proclamations from the state, the Professional Golf Association and most recently the town of Berlin are all displayed at the entrance of the club for the 100year milestone. A plaque at the first tee commemorating Shuttle Meadow Country Club architect Willie Park Jr. | Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen “It’s great we have an organization like that here, it’s “It’s fitting that we play 100 unique to Berlin,” said Mayor “It’s just a great experience to The Kensington resident, come here,” said Gary Lefler, who resides in a home near holes at a course that’s 100 Mark Kaczynski. a member since 1991. the 12th hole, joined Gavyears old,” Gavronski said. The club is known for its ronski on the green MonFormer Shuttle Meadow legacy of members, Gavron- As with many dedicated day morning, Aug. 14 a members, Lefler can be assistant golf professionals ski said, with generations of few hours after the club’s found at the club on a reguMarc Bayram, now the pro at families joining throughout annual 100-hole marathon lar basis. Timberlin in Berlin, and Kyle the years. kicked off. Hedstrom, the pro at Stanley
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Berlin resident, ‘homicide survivor’ forges new path By Donna R. Gore
In 1981, my father, Donald W. Gore, was murdered at age 47 by a career criminal whose credentials included bank robbery, drug dealing and a second murder. His murder itself was horrific, however, my family was not prepared for the incredulous errors which increased the crime victimization experience, or the long wait of 6.5 years for the trial to begin. The errors I speak of included several aberrations
in the case, mistakes, oversights, slights, inefficiencies, false promises, and offerings from systems overburdened by humans who were just doing their job, or not doing it at all. Irrespective of the perpetrators actions, these occurrences added insult to injury and had the cumulative effect of an avalanche as time marched on to receive justice. The worst offence was the way my family learned of my father’s missing per-
son status and homicide. As we waited for news of his whereabouts, the morning paper arrived and we read the news of his murder. We received no notification from police and had to make the call to inquire and confirm his identity. I’ll never forget walking into the police department and seeing his coat paraded past us in a plastic bag.
had to serve that sentence prior to conviction of the capitol murder of my father. He committed the second murder a month after my father’s when his accomplice in a bank robbery could be identified when his mask was removed. He then filed for a speedy trial and to be extradited back to Connecticut, saying his rights were violated.
When the homicide occurred in April 1981, the perpetrator was wanted for drug charges in New Jersey and, by law,
When my father was killed, there were no provisions or protection of employment for a crime victim’s partici-
pation in a murder trial. My subsequent place of employment stated, “The only time off we have to offer is a maternity leave.” Being new to court proceedings, we thought there would be a trial and jury who would focus intently on my Dad, the victim, and not the murderer. Not only did we discover that the victim is put on trial for his weaknesses, but we had cross conversations going on with one jury concerning both murders he committed. See Gore, A14
Letters to the Editor Community input sought To the editor: After 14 yeas of service as Berlin’s police chief, Chief Fitzgerald has chosen to retire. In Berlin, the police chief reports directly to the Berlin Police Commission and the Berlin Police Commission reports directly to the citizens through the election process. Therefore, the Police Commission is tasked with hiring a new chief. After extensive discussion, the Police Commission de-
cided to begin the selection process by inviting applications from internal candidates. The police received feedback from several internal candidates as well as the State of Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. The Police Commission selected three candidates for interviews and said interviews are currently ongoing. Chairman Peters asked me to coordinate these efforts and compile any feedback or suggestions citizens may have as we move through his
process. Please feel free to contact me at 860-828-3829 if you have any questions or comments you would like me to bring to the Police Commission. Thank you for your support as we work to find the best candidate for this very important position. Paul N. Eshoo Vice Chairman, Berlin Police Commission
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Bradle’s police SUV was partially concealed in a driveway of a business plaza while he observed the cars going by. Violations throughout the afternoon ranged from motorists talking on a phone to manipulation of a phone, like texting.
“So far everyone has been friendly,” Bradle said, adding it was rare for all the drivers to be cooperative. “Some cars just take off,” he said. The six stops on Aug. 15 took an average of 5 to 10 minutes each. The drivers were given information about the state
law concerning distracted driving, along with a $150 ticket for a first offense, $300 for a second violation, and $500 for each subsequent violation. “A lot of people think we just want to stop them and give them a ticket,” Bradle said. “We’re just trying to make the roads safer.”
The department plans on continuing the initiative next year. Gosselin said surveys done before enforcement have consistently shown a decrease in violations. In a recent survey of 200 cars, 10 percent were issued violations. An improvement from
19 percent last year. “This is going to take a substantial effort to change these driving behaviors that are dangerous,” Gosselin said. “We’ve educated a number of people.” akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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NEW BRITAIN — David Edward Felth, 66, of New Britain, passed away Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017, at his home. Born in Waterbury, son of the late Donald and Vivian (Dorr) Felth, he was a longtime East Berlin and New Britain resident. A graduate of Wolcott High school, class of 1969, he received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Central Connecticut State University, and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of New Haven. David was employed at local insurance companies and then for the State of Connecticut Department of Children & Families. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Austrian Donau, both in New Britain. He is survived by son, Colin Felth, of New York City, N.Y., and his partner, Kayt Conti; a daughter, Molly Felth, of Middletown; son, Mackenzie Rush Felth and his fiancée, Claudia Perez, also of New York City, N.Y.; a sister, Elizabeth Holston, of San Diego, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews, including niece, Mary Elizabeth Holston, of San Diego, Calif.; nephew,
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previously been diagnosed with Lyme Disease. The disease is transmitted by bacteria from a tick bite.
12 in Southington. Other towns in the region including Plainville, North Haven, Durham and Middlefield had The health district reported last year six confirmed cases 10 or fewer cases of the disof the disease in Berlin and ease in 2016. two “probable” cases. Carrie Tyszka, a Berlin li“These symptoms kind of brarian, said it was the first resemble the flu,” DiPietro time the library hosted the said. presentation. The senior center requested the event Several audience members after getting inquiries from said it took multiple tests and its members about the tickdoctor visits to confirm Lyme borne disease. disease. Their symptoms Out of the dozen people that varied with some experiencattended the Aug. 16 presen- ing the “bulls eye” rash, and others exhibiting only flu tation, three said they had
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Former Berlin resident Rebecca Tibball shared her story of battling the disease in February before hosting a fundraiser for Global Lyme Alliance, a Greenwich-based research organization.
DiPietro said the best way to prevent any of these diseases is to avoid tick infested locations like high grass and heavily wooded areas. Though peak-season is typically June and July, adult ticks also can be found during the fall months.
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Other illnesses, though less “They couldn’t figure it out,” common, can be caused by she said about the 14 doctors ticks. A local case of Babesioshe visited before being diag- sis, a disease that affects red nosed over a year ago. blood cells, was confirmed this year. The fundraiser in June at Shuttle Meadow Country Club raised nearly $12,000
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New BHS soccer coach has strong ties to team
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ing within one game of the finals in 2015.
With the summer coming to a close, it’s almost time to begin a new year at Berlin High School.
While the program has thrived, a state championship has eluded the BHS girls soccer team since 1998 when it earned its one and only title.
Steve Yanosy, head coach for the past 15 years, stepped down earlier this year following the birth of his third child. Taking the reins from Yanosy is Katie Amenta, his assistant the past nine years. The new coach’s connection to the team runs deeper than this, however. Amenta was a four-year member of the team during high school. Now, Amenta teaches English at BHS and recently received the Teacher of the Year award. She coaches junior varsity softball as well.
Amenta will employ some new methods that may help bring an end to this nearly 20-year championship drought. She has cited working toward better fitness to improve performance as well as pushing the team in every aspect of play. Traditions will live on as well. “This year’s team will continue many Berlin soccer traditions; hard work, positive atmosphere, and team-building,” the new coach said.
Amenta is very grateful for the honor of coaching the Lady Redcoat soccer team.
“Each year is a transition year in high school sports, you’re always working with a new combination of athletes, but spectators can expect a competitive team with strong competition.”
“Historically, the Berlin High School women’s soccer team has always been a very competitive program,” Amenta said. “We will certainly continue that expectation and build on past successes.”
Amenta and her team will host a skills clinic Saturday, Aug. 26, 9 a.m. to noon, at Sage Park. Sponsored by the BHS Boosters Association, the clinic is open to boys and girls in grades 2 through 8.
The team has fought deep into the playoffs many times over the past few years, com-
“As a program, we would like to ignite excitement into our future athletes,” Amenta said.
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Calendar 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 860-8291148 or email jones327@ comcast.net.
mation, call 860-828-5114. Farmers market - Berlin Farmers Market is scheduled for Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave. Vendors offer fresh local vegetables, honey, eggs, artisan breads, homemade pies, cupcakes, jam, soap, organic oils, herbs, books, face painting, woodworking, dog products, deli salads and sandwiches, pizza and more. Live entertainment weekly.
Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the St. Paul Church parish hall, 467 Alling St. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860-829-9879.
Saturday, Sept. 2 Boys soccer - Jamboree at Sage Park, 8 a.m.
Friday, Sept. 8 Football - BHS vs. Bulkeley/ HMTCA/Weaver at Sage Park, 6:30 p.m.
Storytime - A free storytime and craft session is scheduled for Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m., at The Sloppy Waffle, 2551 Berlin Turnpike. For information, visit thesloppywaffle.com.
Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Tea at Five” for Saturday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com.
Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Maloney, away, 5:45 p.m.
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Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Tea at Five” for Friday, Aug. 25, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www. ctcabaret.com. Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Saturday, Aug. 26 Pet adoption - Friends of Berlin Animal Control has scheduled an adoption event for Saturday, Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at PetSmart, 267 Berlin Turnpike. Adult cats and kittens are available for adoption. Participants must submit an online application prior to the event in order to take a cat home the same day. For more information and an application, visit www.fobac.org or call 860-828-5287. Historical society - The Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., is scheduled to be open Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Exhibits include celebration of Berlin Icons, tinware, bricks, pistols, bridges, special exhibit of St. Paul’s Fife & Drum Corps history and more. For more infor-
Blood drive - The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive, in memory of Steven Gacek, for Sunday, Aug. 27, 8 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Saturday, Sept. 9 Boys soccer - BHS vs. Maloney at Falcon Field, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Maloney at Falcon Field, 4 p.m.
Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Platt at BHS, 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 12 Boys soccer - BHS vs. Platt at Sage Park, 4 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Platt at Falcon Field, 6 p.m.
Girls swimming - BHS vs. Bulkeley/HMTCA at Plainville, 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 13 Rotary - Kensington-Berlin Rotary is scheduled to meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., at the Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, email elaine@homesweethomect. com. Blood drive - The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Wednesday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at TIGhitco, 245 Old Brickyard Lane. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767, or visit redcrossblood.org. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Simsbury at BHS, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 14 4-H open house - The Bradley Mountain 4-H Club has scheduled an open house for Thursday, Sept. 14, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Bradley Mountain Farm, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road. The free event will discuss 4-H and accept members for the 2017-18 year. The
club has the capacity for 30 members, 7 to 17 years old. The club monthly meetings are set for the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Parents are welcome to the open house, as adults volunteers are needed. Adult leadership training is required. For more information, call 860385-GOAT or info@bradleymountainsoaps.com. Boys soccer - BHS vs. Glastonbury at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Glastonbury at Glastonbury, 3:45 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 15 Girls swimming - BHS vs. Haddam/Killingworth at Plainville, 3:45 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 16 Football - BHS vs. East Catholic at Cheney Vo-Tech, 1:30 p.m.
Monday, Sept. 18 Girls volleyball - BHS vs. Hartford Public, away, 5 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 28 Karaoke - Karaoke with Justin is scheduled for Mondays, 5 to 10 p.m., at Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-9797.
Tuesday, Aug. 29 Blood drive - The American Red Cross, with the Auxiliary of Berlin Post 10732, have scheduled a blood drive for Tuesday, Aug. 29, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the VFW, 152 Massirio Drive. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout 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 860-828-8693.
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In Brief Cabaret Theatre auditions for season
“Goin’ to the Chapel,” “The Last Romance,” “Pump Boys and Dinettes” and “Nana’s Naughty Knickers.”
The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre is holding open audi- For more information and to schedule an audition, call tions for its 2017-18 season. 860-829-1248. Male and female singers, actors and dancers, age 18 to 55, are welcome to audition. School open house
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
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>> Budget From A11
Manager Garry Brumback said. Along with education funding, Southington stands to lose almost all of its local aid, receiving just $15,104 of the $21.3 million it received last year.
Fall recreation programs assume those cuts into a budget if the reductions come before an agreement. “I can’t imagine that they’re going to restore cuts that are already made,” Milone said.
than later regarding the budget.” Senate Republican Leader Len Fasano, R-North Haven, was even more critical, saying Malloy “mistakes the governorship for dictatorship” and questioned whether some of the cuts are legal, as the grants are typically mandated by statutory formulas.
Lawmakers still have time to adopt a budget, especially because ECS grants aren’t scheduled for payment until October.
Lawmakers expressed opposition to the cuts, though, saying they are working toward avoiding the municipal aid changes Malloy has put “Republicans have provided alterforward, both in his executive order native budgets that protect towns and, to a lesser degree, his budget. and cities, that preserve and fairly distribute education funding, and “Our priority is making sure that that provide predictability,” he also our schools are provided with the said. “Republicans have done evnecessary resources to deliver a erything in our power to move the high quality education for Conball forward, but our efforts to even necticut students,” House Speaker get Democrats to call our budgets Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, said in for a vote were denied. If Demoa statement. Rep. Cathy Abercrom- crats cannot support our ideas, it’s bie, D-Meriden, agreed. time they share their own complete plan to counter the governor’s dev“We all agree that a budget needs astating approach.” to be done, but a budget needs to be fair and has to hold the proDemocrats are now targeting grams that we believe in harmless,” mid-September for a vote, but Malshe said. loy said “I don’t think they’re that
Cheshire Town Manager Michael Milone said he is afraid that becomes a crucial deadline because lawmakers could find it easier to
Sen. Len Suzio, R-Meriden, also said that the cuts in Malloy’s order “are devastating and should force the legislature to act sooner rather
Wallingford Superintendent Sal Menzo said school officials in some towns are already making difficult decisions, such as cutting staff, to prepare for cuts under the order. He said his district is better positioned for some cuts, but not the $19.2 million under Malloy’s executive order. “If the governor’s budget is reality, I would not expect anything other than our town officials coming to us and say ‘we need to look at things,’” he said.
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The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for its fall programs. Registration is accepted in person or at www.town. berlin.ct.us. Programs include Power Yoga, Introduction to Yoga, Tai Chi (for Osteoporosis and Fall Prevention), Kangoo Power, Kindergarten Puppy Training, Basic Dog Obedience, Dog Obedience Challenge Course and Better Basic Dog Obedience.
Tag, bake sale set Sept. 9 The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled its annual tag and bake sale for Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Free admission. Donations will be accepted throughout August. No TVs, computers, electronics, upholstered furniture, large appliances, or sporting/exercise equipment. Hungerford Park reserves the right to refuse any item unsuitable for resale. Call 860-827-9064 before dropping off items. A preview sale is planned for Friday, Sept. 8, 1 to 3 p.m., for a fee.
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