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Lake race to aid Red Cross disaster relief By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
A canoe and kayak race will be held at Silver Lake Saturday to benefit the Red Cross. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the race starts at 11. | Courtesy of Patti Reni-Podgorski and Vicki Cummings
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October is here and that means Halloween is just around the corner. This year, the Berlin High School Athletics Department is embracing the holiday with the inaugural Dreadcoat Fun Run. The charity event will be held at Sage Park on Friday, Oct. 13 regardless of weather. All proceeds from the run will benefit the athletics department. Participants are encouraged to dress up in Halloween costumes. The Sage Park course will be decorated to match the See Dreadcoat, A3
“I feel so sorry for those that have lost so much,” said Vicki
The state lake, located in Meriden and Berlin along the Berlin Turnpike, will host local and out-of-town racers Saturday, Oct. 14 beginning See Race, A2
Brother welcomes brother into military life PV2 Brian Gagliardi, of Berlin, enlisted into the CT Army National Guard at the Springfield Military Entrance Processing Station recently. He received his Oath of Enlistment from his brother, 1LT Anthony Gagliardi, an active duty Army Officer stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Brian will attend Infantry One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Georgia. The two are the sons of Tony and Christine Gagliardi of Berlin.
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Cummings. The Silver Lake resident will be coordinating the race for the second year in a row as part of the New England Canoe Kayak Racing Association (NECKRA) series.
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Participants will have a choice to either paddle two laps (five miles) in the “pro” class, or one lap in the “recreation” class. Racers can paddle canoes, kayaks, surf skis, outriggers, or stand up paddleboards (SUP). “The reflection of the leaves on the water is gorgeous,” said Cummings, who decided to start the race at Silver Lake last year due to most NECKRA races being held out of state. “I thought it would be fun to have people come to Connecticut to race,” she said. Last year, 39 people participated in the first Silver Lake race.
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Wallingford, Cheshire and Berlin are among the 50 safest municipalities in the state according to FBI crime statistics compiled by Safewise. com, which provides advice on home security and safety.
The rankings were released Monday, Oct. 2 and are based on FBI crime report statistics from 2015 and population. Municipalities with fewer than 5,000 residents and those that didn’t submit complete crime data to the FBI weren’t included on the
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Madison moved up seven spots to third and Wilton dropped from second to fourth. Ridgefield, ranked first last year, moved to fifth.
0.89 violent crimes per 1,000 residents and 13.25 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Berlin also dropped, from 37th to 46th. The town reports 0.72 violent crimes per 1,000 residents and 15.44 property crimes per 1,000 residents. Middletown moved to the top 50, from 55th last year to 50th.
Cheshire moved up seven spots, from 20th to 13th safest municipality. According to the analysis, the town reports 0.31 violent crimes per 1,000 residents, and 6.46 property crimes per 1,000 residents.
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Popular Hartford grinder shop sets sights on Berlin By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
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An earlier report from WFSB Channel 3 said “they’re close to finding a place in Berlin and could open at the end of the year.”
they chose Berlin,” Edge said. Maple Giant Grinder closed on Adelaide Street in Hartford last month.
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The Kensington Garden Club has donated two memorial benches in memory of longtime member Jean Spilka. Funded by the garden club, family and friends, the benches will be placed at Paper Goods Pond and Sage Park. A dedication of the benches is planned for Friday, Oct. 20, at Sage Park during halftime of the Berlin High School football game. From left: Jean’s husband Don Spilka, daughter Donna Stachelek and son Dean Spilka.
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Obituaries Robert E. Erkson KENSINGTON — Robert Earl Erkson, 84, of Kensington, widower of Elsie Dixon Erkson, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017. Born in Burlington, he was the son of Earl Case Erkson and Sadie Okenquist Erkson. Bob was a resident of Kensington for 64 years and of Winter Haven, Fla. for 15 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and retiree of SNET after 32 years of service. He received his bachelor of science in electrical engineering from the University of Hartford. He was a former volunteer with Berlin Little League, Cub Scouts, and Boy Scouts, and a member of several bowling leagues in the area. Bob was an active member and former
Eleanor Marie (Golas) Reed KENSINGTON — Eleanor Marie (Golas) Reed, 69, of Kensington, widow of Preston L. Reed, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, at home with her children, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter at her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late Stanley and the late Henrietta (Sulkowski) Golas, she graduated from New Britain High
Cynthia Potanka; and sonin-law, David Potanka, from Berlin; son, Brian R. Erkson; and daughter-in-law, Marian Erkson, from Middletown; grandchildren, Steven (April) Rusnack, of Fort Kent Maine, Sean Rusnack, of Cheshire, Sarah (Vipul) Patel, of Kensington, Scott (Katherine) Potanka, of Kensington, Stacy Potanka, of Berlin, and Melissa Sanders, of Wethersfield; seven great-grandchildren; fiancée, Audrey Zelek, of Kensington and her family; brother of Stanley (Adeline) Erkson, of Fort Plain, N.Y., Betty (Maurice) Calabrese, of Palatine Bridge, N.Y., and Edward (Marsha) Erkson, of Boxford, Mass.; brother-inlaw of Barbara Dixon, of Kensington, and Eleanor Dixon, of New Britain; several Erkson and Okenquist cousins; numerous nieces and nephews; and best friend, Dick Harrison, of Guilford. In addition to his parents and wife, Elsie, he was predeceased by his son, Thomas R. Erkson.
Funeral services were held at thr Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain on Friday, Oct. 6, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at St. Paul Church, 485 Alling St., Kensington. Burial was followed in Riverside Cemetery in Farmington. Memo-
School, lived in Newington before moving to Kensington, and was employed at EDAC Technologies. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in New Britain, and her life was her family, gardening, and taking care of others. She is survived by a daughter, Kelly Mangiofico, of Berlin; two sons, Michael Shine, of Berlin, and James Reed, of Enfield; a brother, Michael Golas; a sister, Carol Rzeplinski; a granddaughter; and great-grand-
children. A celebration of her life will be held at The Pine Loft, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
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Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, has scheduled “Broadway and the Movies come to Worthington Ridge,” presented by Tony Zulkeski, Berlin Congregational Church organist, for Sunday, Oct. 15, 2 p.m. A good will offering is requested. For more information, call the church at 860-828-6586.
Worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Life Together classes, for children and adults, 9:45 a.m. Call 860-828-3637 or visit www.bethanycovenant. org. 785 Mill St., Berlin.
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rial donations to honor his wife may be made to The American Diabetes Association, 300 Research Parkway, Meriden CT 06450. Please share a memory of Robert with the family in the online guest book at www. ericksonhansen.com.
officer of the Connecticut Model A Restorers Club. He was also an active member of the VFW Post 10732 in Berlin, American Legion Post 68 in Berlin, American Legion Post 8 in Winter Haven, Fla., Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge Number 957 in New Britain, Telephone Pioneers of America and the SNET Retirees Association. Bob was recently honored at the 61st New England Model A Meet in Conway, N.H. for attending over 35 New England Meets. He was a lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox, enjoyed traveling with his family and fiancée, golfing with his friends around New England and Florida, working on and driving his Model A cars in the USA and Canada, and repairing anything and everything that crossed his workshops in Kensington and Winter Haven, Fla. Surviving are his daughter, Lori-Ann Erkson; and son-in-law, David E. Orsini, from Cheshire; daughter,
Call 860-828-4511 or visit www.kensingtoncong.org. See Religion, A11
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Binky is a sweet, playful 14-week-old kitten. He loves men since he was raised primarily by his foster father. Still waiting for his new home is Holyfield, a handsome polydactyl. He is approximately 10 years old and in very good health. He has cauliflower ears that need cleaning once a week, but he cooperates. Holyfield is shy but very loving. Visit the adoption event on Sunday, Oct. 15, 1 to 4:30 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave., Plainville. Find an online application at www.hucatrescue.org. For more information, call 860-479-5173 or email hucatrescue@gmail.com.
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Meetings - The Berlin AARP monthly chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 1:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Guitarist Ray Paquette plans musical entertainment.
Berlin Community Center, 230 Kensington Road, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2:30 to 6 p.m. St. James Church, 767 Elm St., Rocky Hill, Thursday, Oct. 19, 2:30 to 6 p.m. Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., Newington, Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2:30 to 6 p.m.
Class - A Seniors Safe Driver Class, sponsored by Berlin AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 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 premiums. Registration and pre-payment is required. For more informa-
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COMMENTARY
Letters to the Editor
No time for political posturing By State Rep. Joe Aresimowicz
After the Republican budget narrowly passed the legislature and was deservingly vetoed by the governor, Republican legislators spent more than two weeks campaigning around the state, bragging about how great their budget is for the state, and calling for a veto override vote in the legislature. So as the Speaker of the House, I gave them that opportunity. On Oct. 3, we convened the House of Representatives, and gave them a chance to discuss, debate, and make the case for their budget that was vetoed by the governor, yet not one Republican legislator stood up to defend it or call for a vote. In one way, it is not surprising because as it continues to be analyzed and assessed, clearly this Republican budget is severely flawed and not the answer to our fiscal challenges. There may even be some legislators who voted for it that never expected it to actually become law, and prefer that it doesn’t. The reality is that the Republican budget, which is opposed by school superintendents and our colleges and universities, would devastate working families with higher taxes, decimate the state’s public education system at all levels, and underfund our pension system – precisely the type of irresponsible decisions that created our current fiscal crisis. Republicans were given another chance to lead, and again failed to show up. With the urgency to come to a budget agreement that can become law growing every day, we needed to put the override discussion in the past, and work together to forge a path to a final budget that reflects the priorities of Connecticut’s residents.
While it is clear that we disagree on some areas, we also have a lot of the same priorities in our budgets. We both agree on changing the relationship between the state and the municipalities, reforming the state contracting system, and phasing out the income tax on Social Security payments. We need to continue to build on the areas we agree on and work on finding the common ground in the areas we don’t. Throughout this entire budget process I have said that I will draw no lines in the sand and take nothing off the table, because that is not a productive way to negotiate an agreement. With a disastrous scenario for our schools on the horizon, it is critical that we work together and compromise with the governor and Republicans to reach a bipartisan agreement on a final budget in short order. Bipartisanship is what the public wants, and with a split Senate and a slim House margin that is what is needed. That message rings truer and louder with every day that goes by. Every legislator hears it from their constituents at home in their districts.
Put party politics aside
Sound management
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To the editor:
To the editor:
To the editor:
Here’s a list of good management decisions Berlin Democrats have amassed over the years.
Stephen Anderson’s Oct. 5 letter would propose the Democrats saved Berlin High School from total devastation. This crisis, this “safety hazard,” was born from years of mismanagement. For 12 years, Adam Salina and the Democrats were in charge. Taxpayers’ dollars, supposedly earmarked for building maintenance and repairs, were wasted. The Democrats’ lack of leadership, responsibility and action brought Berlin High into disrepair.
I am on the ballot for Board of Finance. I am CFO for Hartford Distributors and registered Unaffiliated. Many of you know me through volunteer work with youth sports and know that I will examine every penny we spend and make sure we spend them wisely. There is no one – R or D – answer to any question. A recent Letter to the Editor would have you believe that fixing our 60-year-old high school that was in utter disrepair was reckless spending. Nonsense. We must come together and do what is right for our town, educated with facts, not rhetoric.
How about: Berlin Municipal Complex, Hubbard, Griswold, McGee, BHS, Sage Park, Timberlin Golf Course, senior housing, Animal Control Shelter, Percival Pool, Bittner Dinda Demore Memorial Park and Pool, industrial parks, Little League fields. The list goes on. These were just some of the “management decisions” under Democratic administrations that helped make Berlin the town we all chose to live in. Many, or all, are examples of projects Republicans fought.
Mark A. Holmes It’s easy to be fiscally responBerlin sible when the needs of the citizens have already been taken care of.
Enough is enough
Carol Yorker Berlin
To the editor: Republican candidates’ signs are lies. “We support our schools.” The Republican majority has consistently cut the school budget and is proposing another 20 percent cut. “Keep taxes low.” Taxes have been raised.
“Your voice counts.” A reduced proposal for a new police station wasn’t brought There is no more room or to voters. And where’s the time for political posturing. $2 million promised by the The good news is that the two mayor to improve the existparties are not that far apart ing station? on the bottom line, includIn the past two years, the ing important areas such as town manager was fired, the funding for our schools and chief of police, superintenhelping out our hospitals. dent, tax collector, director of Time is of the essence, so finance, director of planning let’s all finally put our “D” and zoning, and purchasing and “R” labels aside, put up agent have fled, and mula “C” for Connecticut, and tiple positions were simply work together for the better- eliminated. ment of our state we all love. Enough is enough. Vote for Richard Paskiewicz and the Democratic team. Julie Erickson Berlin
Just what the town needs To the editor: As budget issues continue to plague the state and our towns, I am thrilled that Sal Bordonaro is running for the Berlin Board of Finance. Sal has spent most of his career at Kaman Aerospace working his way up to director of finance and then president of Kaman Helicopters. He has a strong work ethic and is committed to whatever he takes on. Just as important, he maintained a good work/family balance. Sal’s financial and leadership experience is just what this town needs to help manage its finances and offer cost-effective solutions that watch out for how the taxpayers’ dollars are spent.
As to the outrageous package of goodies awarded to the ex-town manager Denise McNair; again Mr. Anderson need only turn to his Democrat colleagues and ask them who authorized such a rich separation contract, and why. Joan Veley Berlin
Ready to serve To the editor: My name is Alex Giannone, a first-time candidate for Town Council. I have lived in Berlin for 10 years with my wife and two children. I am currently a state police sergeant with almost 12 years of law enforcement experience. I am also a licensed attorney. The value I intend to offer is: strong communication skills, poise during stressful situations and the ability to respect diverse viewpoints. My experiences have taught me to learn, understand and communicate difficult subject matter to others; skills that are directly applicable to being a town councilman. Please vote for me on Nov. 7. Alex Giannone Berlin
Bill Philippon Berlin See Letters, A12
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>> Religion From A8
Kensington United Methodist Church Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church has scheduled a healing and music service for the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Prince of Peace The Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway, schedules Sunday worship service at 10:15 a.m. Call 860-828-5079 or visit princeofpeacelutheran06037.com.
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
Sacred Heart Church Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call 860-828-0331.
St. Paul Church
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Curbside leaf collection The Berlin Public Works Department has scheduled curbside leaf collection for the weeks of Oct. 30 through Nov. 3; Nov. 13 through 17 and Nov. 27 through Dec. 1. Leaves must be in biodegradable brown paper bags (no plastic bags) and be placed at the curb on regular trash day during the specified week. Trash barrels and other containers may also be used. Bags and containers must be marked “leaves.” Grass clippings,
yard waste and twigs cannot be mixed with leaves. Do not rake leaves into the gutter. It is a violation of the anti-liter ordinance and subject to a fine. Leaves may also be disposed of at 19 Town Farm Lane, weekdays, 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and Saturdays, Oct. 21 through Nov. 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bags and containers must be emptied and removed from the Transfer Station. For more information, call 860-828-7022.
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From A10
Promises broken
Republicans are concerned about the town’s debt load and they found ways to reduce spending. Working with Taylor Cope Jack Healy, they will continue Berlin to move Berlin forward with an eye on the future, despite the difficult times in our state.
Perhaps they should adopt a new slogan: “Promises Made, Promises Broken.”
To the editor: The Republican Town Committee left mailbox cards in my neighborhood. According to the card, I should trust the Republicans with both Berlin’s future and my wallet. Where were the Republicans when they fired our highly-competent town manager? They weren’t thinking about Berlin’s future or our wallets, as it has cost us more money to pay both Denise McNair and the interim manager. Where were the Republicans when they raised taxes two years in a row without any new services? Did they not run two years ago with the promise of new taxes?
I’m with ‘Mayor Mark’
Gary Pavano Berlin
To the editor: This fall voters will choose between two mayoral candidates and their teams. Mayor Mark and his team have spent the past two years unraveling town issues, consolidating and evaluating spending through a financial audit, and maintaining services while keeping an eye on the bottom line.
Don’t go backwards To the editor: With the state in a financial budget and pension crisis, I am grateful our town changed direction two years ago and voted in Republicans.
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With Jack Healy, Mayor Kaczynski works very hard to identify cost savings and review financial and organizational practices in town which may help us through this crisis. I do not want to go backwards and have the Democrats – who taxed and spent for 12 years – in control again. The town has bonded over 100 percent of our budget through their irresponsible spending. So they increased the budget a great deal and borrowed even more.
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Fall recreation programs
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The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled its 13th annual Scarecrow and Fall Foliage Festival for Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Volunteer Park. Activities for children include face painting and fall crafts. Scarecrows will be on display through Sunday, Oct. 29. Online registration is available at www.town.berlin.ct.us. The Monster Bash and Pumpkin Decorating Contest, for pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 27, 6:45 to 8:30 p.m., at Willard Elementary School. The family event includes a DJ, arts and crafts, games, and Halloween Bingo with members of the Upbeat program. Willard’s Trunk or Treat event also is planned for Friday, Oct. 27, 6:45 to 8 p.m.
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The program is a schoolbased program where volunteers are partnered with students in Berlin elementary schools, providing reading guidance for one
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Family to reopen bar & grill restaurant come to life. The mother-daughter duo plan to open Dawg House Bar & Grill at the Broad Street building next month.
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Testing at leak site confirms PCBs Further testing of oil that leaked into Belcher Brook recently has confirmed the presence of polychlorinated biphenyls, PCBs. The brook runs into Silver Lake, near the Meriden line. Dennis Schain, spokesman for the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, said two tests confirmed “low to moderate levels” of PCBs. He said contractors are removing contaminated soil. The oil leaked from an abandoned natural gas line with a puncture in the area of Toll Gate Road. The hole was sealed Sunday night, Oct. 1. Eversource has claimed responsibility for the leak. “We’re working with DEEP and the (Environmental Protection Agency),” said Mitch Gross, Eversource spokesman. Toll Gate Road was closed to through traffic shortly after crews arrived on scene. “There is a culvert in that area, digging had to occur around it to expose the gas pipe line so it could be addressed and cleaned out and sealed off,” Schain said. “That will need some repairs or replacement.”
Fire departments seeking volunteers The Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington Fire Departments are looking for volunteer firefighters. Volunteers must be at least 18, of good moral character, reside or work in Berlin and be physically capable. Contact Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or 860-329-7738.
Schain said the flow of the stream has been diverted in order to remove soils from the stream bed. Jack Healy, interim town manager and public works director for Berlin, said further samples will be taken from wells and septic systems in the area. Healy said there is no known contamination of wells. Residents who live on the closed portion of Toll Gate Road between Orchard Road and Saw Mill Drive will still be able to access the area. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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School News Scholarship The Arthur E. Webster Scholarship is accepting applications. Applications are available in the Berlin High School main office or on the guidance page (http://bhsguidance. berlinschools.org). The scholarship is available to students who attended Berlin High School, are residents of the town of Berlin, and who have completed at least one year in a post-high school institution of higher learning. Applications must be
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The Berlin Free Library book sale is scheduled for Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m. The Berlin Free Library accepts donations of new and gently used books for adults and children. Drop them off during library hours, Monday and Friday, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 to 11:30 a.m., and 7 to 8:30 p.m. or place in the book drop.
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Connecticut Paranormal Research Society - Saturday, Oct. 28, 1 p.m. Registration is required.
Harvey and Lewis Opticians Kensington welcomed it newest team member, Dr. Katrina Hrubiec, as an optical apprentice while attending an accelerated program at the University of Hartford. She earned her Doctorate of Optometry from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University and has had practical experience in pediatrics, in the VA Hospital, and in a medical ophthalmology practice.
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Berlin Bears take on Vernon A team The Berlin Bears improved to 5-0 with a dominating win over Vernon. The Berlin offense was led by the offensive line, which paved the way for Max Wojtusik, who rushed for four touchdowns and also threw for a score. Adding to the scoring was Jon D’Amore, who rushed for a TD; Gianmichael DiDomenico, who caught a pass for a TD; and Tanner Sparks, who scored on two extra point attempts. The Bears’ defense, once
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Berlin’s blistering defense netted two safeties on the day. On the offensive side of the ball, the Bears were led by Mason Memery and Josh King, who found their way into the end zone behind the always-sturdy offensive line.
On the offensive side of the ball, the Bears were led by Sebastian Karwowski, who found his way into the end zone with a 40-yard-plus dash and the assistance of a tremendous O-line push. The Bears almost took the lead after a 50-yard-plus quarterback keeper by Jack Long. However, the play was called back after a holding penalty.
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Nominations sought for veterans awards The WorkPlace is accepting nominations for veterans who honorably served the nation, and continue to add to the quality of the community. This is an opportunity to acknowledge an outstanding individual that who may typically go unrecognized. The selected individual will be honored a the 5th annual Veterans Day Service to Country and Community Awards, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 2, at Port 5 Naval Veterans in Bridgeport. Additionally, nominations are being accepted for employers who have shown a commitment to hiring veterans, and an organization or group that serves veterans. The selection committee will consist of representatives from Port 5 Naval Veterans, Alpha Community Services YMCA, The WorkPlace’s Valor Programs and the Connecticut Department of Labor’s Office for Veteran’s Workforce Development. The veteran’s military history and contributions to civic activities and community initiatives will be considered. For more information and nomination forms, call 203610-8496 or by visit www. workplace.org/2017countrycommunityaward/. Deadline to submit nominations is Monday, Sept. 25. — Press Release
Senior Bowling Senior Bowling, Oct. 6: Gil Williams, 183; Joe Sytulek, 179; Mike Koval, 173; Irene Willametz, 164; Barb Patterson, 162; Joe Labacz, 159; Gene Lemery, 155. All seniors are welcome Fridays, 9 a.m., at Lucky Lanes, 1782 Berlin Turnpike.
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Calendar Thursday, Oct. 12 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.
Boys soccer - BHS vs. Bristol Central at Sage Park, 6 p.m. Girls soccer - BHS vs. Bristol Central, away, 3:45 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 13 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 8 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5. Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Dracula” for Friday, Oct. 13, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-829-1248 or visit www.ctcabaret.com.
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Ukrainian Harvest Festival - St. Mary’s Ukrainian
Pet adoption - Hearts United Cat Rescue has scheduled a pet adoption event for Sunday, Oct. 15, 1 to 3 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave., Plainville. For more information, call 860-479-5173 or email hucatrescue@gmail. com.
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.
Monday, Oct. 16 Karaoke - Karaoke with Justin Kaace is scheduled for Mondays, 5 to 9 p.m., at Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-9797. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. East Catholic at BHS, 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 17 Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more
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Girls swimming - BHS vs. Newington at PHS, 3:45 p.m. Girls volleyball - BHS vs. New Britain, away, 5 p.m.
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Thursday, Oct. 19 Garden club - The Kensington Garden Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Community Center. Business meeting at 5:30; program at 7 p.m. Amy Sampson, PhD., plans a program on sustainable residential landscaping, providing an overview of sustainable goals, microclimates based
Girls soccer - BHS vs. Tolland at Tolland, 3:45 p.m.
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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 information, call 860-828-5114.
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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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Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin has scheduled a production of “Dracula” for Saturday, Oct. 14, 8 p.m. For information and tickets, call 860-8291248 or visit www.ctcabaret. com.
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Choral Director Tyler Boyle plays the piano as Berlin High School students rehearse for the annual cabaret event to be held Saturday, Nov. 4, in the new school auditorium. |Ashley Kus, The Berlin Citizen
Students to perform modern, classic musical numbers for cabaret By Ashley Kus Citizen staff
Audience members at Berlin High School’s annual cabaret event next month will be transported to Broadway as the students perform a mix of musical numbers from “Cabaret” and recent Tony award-winning musical “Dear Evan Hansen.” “While they’re on Broadway doing this, we’re also doing this,” said sophomore Dawson Trotman. “It’s almost living vicariously through them.” The cabaret will be held Saturday, Nov. 4 in the new high school auditorium. Tyler Boyle, the new choral director, said he is excited. “It’s state of the art, we can do some really wonderful things,” Boyle said of the auditorium.
The cabaret will have three group numbers along with solos, duets and dance. Nicole Pinto, a junior, is responsible for the choreography to a piece from “Kinky Boots.” “That’s just so full of energy and it’s just so much fun,” she said. Pinto joins 40 classmates from different grades and experience levels. “We all get so into it and I’m just so excited for it,” she said. The cabaret is a fundraiser for the spring musical, which will be announced the night of the event. “It’s always very exciting,” Trotman said of the musical reveal. For more information: http://www.berlinschools. org/page.cfm?p=523 akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
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Students help create Bluetoothenabled tracking device The 15-week Junior Achievement Entrepreneurial Academy at Stanley Black and Decker was made up of students from several towns, including Steven Miano, Connor Recck and Briana Muller of Berlin High School. Students created a company called LoK8, a Bluetooth-enabled device that helps track small, commonly-lost items such as keys, sunglasses and phones. From left: Ryan Lane, Jenny Robertson, Briana Muller (Berlin), Anna Szekeres (Avon), Rashmi Rajesh (Farmington), Hines Ward, Patrick Reed and Peggy Loos.
In June, four students, including Muller, competed at the Travelers PGA/FedEx Tour and took first place, which qualified
them for the finals at the PGA/FedEx Tour in Atlanta. Junior Achievement student companies pitched their businesses to the judging panel, which included sports celebrities and local business affiliates and were evaluated on presentation, content, visual aids and connectivity to either innovation, sustainability, job creation or trade. Lo-K8 won the inaugural FedEx Junior Business Challenge, earning a $75,000 donation for Junior Achievement of Southwest New England.
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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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142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10
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320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
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532 West Main Street Cheshire, CT 06410 (Next to Pop’s Pizza) 203-439-0960 We are dedicated to providing a professional, light-hearted atmosphere with delicious Japanese and Korean dishes. Catering and Platter available – BYOB restaurant. Open Mon-Sat 11AM-9PM.
3810 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 (203)-691-9990 OPEN 7 DAYS 5AM-3PM SUMMER SPECIAL: Mon-Fri Get a 12oz. coffee, egg & cheese sandwich with bacon OR ham OR sausage for $4.50 from 5AM-9AM. Outdoor seating, BREAKFAST & LUNCH ALL DAY.
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