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Town to resume police station upgrades By Ashley Kus The Citizen

Plans to upgrade jail cells at the police department are moving forward, as well as a study that will look at future renovations to the current facility. “Right now there are too many opportunities for prisoners in cells to attempt suicide,” said Deputy Police Chief Chris Ciuci.

By Ashley Kus The Citizen

The cells currently have bars which have been used in suicide attempts.

Members of the town’s new Board of Finance say they want to work collaboratively with the Board of Education on the school budget.

The deputy chief said a recent attempt occurred in January. Before that there was an attempt in 2016. Since 2016, the department has spent $48,000 in overtime to have an officer in the holding area when a prisoner is jailed to prevent suicide. The department has been focusing on modernizing the holding area to get rid of the bars and use plexiglass instead. See Police, A18

Deputy Police Chief Chris Ciuci speaks at a Town Council meeting about new jail cells. Ashley Kus, The Citizen

Golf rates up, business pass offered at Timberlin By Ashley Kus The Citizen

golf commission, as well as the introduction of a pass for business owners.

Timberlin Golf Club will see some changes in the 2018 season.

“We want to remain competitive with other courses, and remain affordable,” The cost for town residents to play 18 said Jonathan Zuk, golf director of the holes on the weekend will increase by municipal course.

The Town Council recently approved rate increases proposed by the new

Boards work to avoid budget impass

Golf cart rates for 9 holes will increase 7.3 percent to $11, and 8.57 percent for 18 holes, to $19.

See Golf, A11

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“I prefer if we could negotiate this out,” said finance board chair Sam Lomaglio, during a recent meeting with the school board. “We could come out united and not have arguments.” “If we come up with something that we all agree on, perhaps we could avoid a showdown.” school board member Jake Fisher, chair of the board’s communications committee, said during the Feb. 7 meeting. “I don’t think the town wants a showdown,” Lomaglio added. See Budget, A7

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AirBnB comes to a town near you By Olivia L. Lawrence

During a recent bout of cabin fever I began casting about for an affordable, nearby getaway, a “minibreak,” and decided to look at AirBnB for ideas. Rummaging around on AirBnB is a fun way to check out unique homes and lodging opportunities in the area and beyond, of course, it’s worldwide. Founded in 2008, as of January, the com-

pany had over 3,000,000 lodging listings in 65,000 cities and 191 countries, says Wikipedia. I was surprised and impressed to see that locally plenty have jumped on the bandwagon with over 300 listings in Connecticut. AirBnB is an online directory of accommodations offered by individuals – a spare room, a cottage, condo, apartment or other privately

owned abode available for rent overnight or for a few days. A few commercial entities, such as bed & breakfasts or smaller hotels sometimes list. Recently, AirBnB has added other grassroots options for activities such as tours, meals, entertainment and so on. A few controversies have surrounding the enterprise – an occasional crime, complaints from the hospitality business that unlicensed rentals hurt the “legit” ones. Sometimes neighbors don’t like having random strangers coming and going in their residential areas.

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ple want to fund education to the level that you want,” Lomaglio said. “Maybe next year we’re going to be doing these budgets a little differently.”

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Last year the Town Council cut $1.4 million from the proposed school budget, prompting the school board to send a letter to parents listing potential cuts, including the reduction or elimination of varsity sports, clubs and other activities.

“I think the budget Brian put together ... holds us steady,” Tencza said. The board has looked at future revenue options and savings, including implementing pay-to-participate athletics and redistricting. A study will be done this year on potential elementary school reorganization.

“This (school) board believes we should work cooperatively,” said Matthew Tencza, Board of Education president. Superintendent of Schools Brian Benigni’s amended budget calls for a 4.3 percent increase, down from his initial 5.11 percent increase. Benigni said the main cost drivers in the $44.8 million budget are employee salary and benefits. Any cuts could impact programs and positions, he said.

“We’re looking at being more efficient,” Fisher said. Lomaglio said he wants to hold additional meetings with the school board.

The Board of Finance and Board of Education held a joint meeting for the first time to discuss the budget Wednesday, Feb. 7. Ashley Kus, The Citizen “I think we can fund educa-

With charter changes last year, which also created the finance board, the school budget will be voted on sep-

arately from the town budget one. at referendum in April. The “I think the way this charter budgets were previously is done, now we’re going to combined and voted on as find out actually if the peo-

tion to a level where you might be happy, but it’s going to take time,” he said. “We’re going to have to talk about a lot of things.”

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Elementary school enters national contest By Ashley Kus The Citizen

Students at Hubbard Elementary School showed their problem-solving skills and how they communicate with others in hopes of being recognized in a national contest.

“They’re learning habits of the mind,” said Debbie Lamond, school librarian. “We’re teaching social and emotional awareness.” The school recently submitted a nearly five minute video for the Follett Challenge, a contest which high-

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Hubbard’s video features first-grade yoga and a read-a-thon for hurricane relief as part of the districtwide initiative to learn emotional and social habits.

The district started looking at learner outcomes last year to determine life skills students could carry on past 12th grade. The “Habits of Mind” are 16 ways students can accomplish those outcomes by becoming more compassionate, communicative, persistent and other habits to enforce positive change.

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“There’s more to measuring success than standardized test scores,” said Brian Benigni, superintendent of Berlin schools. “Students will garner these habits by the end of the year.”

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“You keep on trying and try- with no totals until the end ing until you’re done with it,” of the judging. said a first grader featured in The grand prize is $60,000 the video. with semi-finalist prizes of The winners of the challenge $30,000 for one elementary will be announced later next school, middle school and high school in the country. month. Unlike years past, The people’s choice prize of this year the voting is blind

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$8,000 will go to the 10 videos that get the most views. “In this budget day and age, we need the funding,” Lamond said. “Every little bit helps.” Griswold Elementary School previously won the people’s choice award in the contest twice and McGee Middle School won the People’s Choice award last year. This is Hubbard school’s first time competing.

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Special education looks to fund behavioral program By Ashley Kus The Citizen

Contracted services are proposed to increase by 17.3 percent due primarily to the cost of ESS. Additional district paraprofessionals are also proposed, for $100,000.

Special education in the district is looking to keep the high school’s behavioral and emotional program next year to help struggling students.

With the addition of six new students in the district over the past two years identifying as needing special education, Holian said four more paraprofessionals are needed for one-to-one student support.

“A lot of these students don’t want to eat in the cafeteria so we have a separate place where they can eat,” said Linda Holian, director of special education in the district. Effective School Solutions, a program out of New Jersey, will cost $275,000 for the 2018-2019 school year. The program was implemented last year with the use of savings and was not a line item in the budget. ESS has 18 students who participate in the in-district services. Half the students are recognized as needing special education. “They do risk assessments, they do outside referrals and then there’s the whole parent component,” Holian said.

Staff was reallocated this year but will not be an option for next year due to a lack of space.

Berlin Board of Education meeting, Monday, Jan. 8.

The staff consists of two fulltime licensed mental health professionals contracted by ESS. Families in the program have access to the staff during and after school hours.

Matthew Tencza, president of the education board, questioned what the consequences would be if the program were no longer able to Some high risk behaviors the be funded. The board reprogram has noticed from cently cut $400,000 from the Berlin students include suicurrent budget due to recidal/homicidal thoughts, duced state aid. substance abuse, sexual trauma, eating disorders and “If it’s not there I still need dealing with loss such as the social workers to service them (students),” Holian death of a former student. said. “It’s providing that othHigh risk behavior can coner layer.” tribute to significant school absences. Unlike Berlin staff, ESS staff In the 2016-2017 school year, have the ability to prevent the ESS program resulted in school avoidance by physically getting students out of a 12 percent drop in abbed and driving them to sences, according to ESS school with parental concompiled data. sent.

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“It’s really helping students who are most at risk,” said Brian Benigni, superintendent of Berlin schools. “It’s a unique program we have.” Only a select few schools around Berlin had ESS when it first started in the district last year. Holian said now at least a dozen schools are using the program. Though it is only available at Berlin High School currently, Holian said she hopes in the future to expand the program to the middle school and elementary schools. “Intervention at a younger age is important,” she said. Parents of ESS students commented on the program anonymously at the end of last year. One parent said their child “would have not been in a good place without it.”

The program is included in Benigni’s proposed budget, a 5 percent increase, for next year.

A joint meeting to talk about the budget was held with the school board and finance board on Wednesday, Feb. 7. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter

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Obituaries William Herbert Brechlin OROFINO, Idaho — William Herbert Brechlin, age 65, Orofino, Idaho, cherished, honored and beloved husband of Pamela Brechlin went to be with his Lord 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, unexpectedly at home from a heart attack with peace and no suffering. Born May 22, 1952 in Meriden, he is also survived by his sister, Shirley Simons, and his stepdaughter, Deborah Dexter; and step-grandson, Daniel Weathers. His parents were Herbert William and Janice (Porell) Brechlin. Retired, he enjoyed a distinguished 25-year career with Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield after graduation from Berlin High School (1970), receiving Associate of Applied Science at University of Hartford, Ct (1972); Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of New Haven, Ct (1975) and master’s degree in Management Engineering from the School of Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. (1978). Bill was an official Swim Referee in Connecticut. He was unable to serve in the armed forces because he was hearing impaired. He was greatly loved and known for his fruits of the Holy Spirit. He will be missed by all of his Seventh-day Adventist Church family where his contributions included serving on the board and helping with Community Services. He was cremated at Pine Hills Funeral Chapel, Orofino, Idaho, Jan. 3, 2018. Memorial is to be held at 2 p.m., Feb. 25, 018 at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Orofino, Idaho.

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Robert E. Silva BERLIN – Robert Edward Silva, 70, of The Villages, Florida, and formerly of Berlin, passed away on Jan. 25, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in New Britain, graduating from New Britain High School in 1965, and Porter & Chester Technical School, he retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 2004. Bob particularly fancied Polish women. Well, one Polish woman really. Marcia (Kalinowski) told Bob that she was the one for him in 1969, and Bob began his life’s work of keeping her happy. Together they had two children, Kelly Caruso (Joe) of East Hampton, and Daniel Silva (Ela) of Rocky Hill, whom he taught the value of hard work, to measure twice and cut once, to give the shirt off your back if someone you love needs it, and to listen to their mother. He took great pride in taking them on vacations and bringing them to sporting events as kids, and later teaching them how to build and maintain their homes and families. Papa took extreme pride in his four grandchildren, Taylor and Joey Caruso, and Cora and Jack Silva, for whom he would bounce off the wall when he saw their pictures, heard news of their successes, and received their FaceTime phone calls. Bob is also survived by his aunt Ethel Zanetti; cousins Walter and

Marion Schleicher who held his hand at the time of his heavenly journey, and a long list of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his cousin, Ron Schleicher, whom we are sure was waiting for him with a shot of Jack and a huge hug, as well as his mother, Marie Jakubiak. Excelling at woodworking, driving Corvettes, growing bonsai trees and playing bocce, he loved to relax in an oversized recliner while watching television at volumes loud enough for the entire house to enjoy. His beloved Red Sox finally won a World Series title in his lifetime, however his Vikings helped keep him from being too overjoyed. Bob survived the Vietnam war in his first tour so he decided to go back for a second. Sergeant Silva thanks the Army’s 1st Infantry Division with teaching him how to lace his boots up and go to work. Bob was an active member of American Legion Post 347 in The Villages, Florida and volunteered weekly at the VA Clinic. Bob was a fan of fine foods, especially the “special” from Central Pizza, and, yes, he does want the anchovies. Services were held at Feb. 8, 2018 at Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway. Military Burial, with full military honors, was held Feb. 9, at the State Veterans Cemetary, Middletown. In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation to Relay for Life in which his granddaughter Taylor is team captain this year: http://main.acsevents.org/site/

Departments to close for Presidents Day All town of Berlin departments are scheduled to be closed Monday, Feb. 19, in observance of Presi-

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KENSINGTON – Sarah (DiMaio) Mazzarella of Kensington passed into eternal rest Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018 with her loving and devoted family by her side. Born in Campodipietra, Italy, on Jan. 29, 1934, the daughter of the late Vincenzo and the late Maria (Paventi) DiMaio. She graduated from New Britain High School, and worked for New Britain General Hospital in the credit office for over 20 years, taking an early retirement to take care of her ten grandchildren who were her pride and joy. She attended all of their school and sporting events where she was their biggest fan. Everyone knew the family could be found on Thursday night at her house for pasta and her amazing meatballs and all friends knew they were welcome. She loved to travel with her friends, especially with her closest friend, Irene Sanders, and loved vacationing at Sound-

view Beach with her sisterin-law Marjorie D’Alessandro and their families. She is survived by her daughter Lori Alicea and her husband Ed, her son James Mazzarella and his wife Fran, her son, Ernest Mazzarella, Jr.; son-in-law, Joseph DelConte; her grandchildren, Michael and his wife Rebecca, Christine, Tarra, Samantha, Kayla, Carli, Stephanie, Tori, Ernest, James, and her sister and brother-in-law, Caroline and Donald Dalena. In addition, she leaves behind several sisters and brothersin-law as well as countless nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Mariann, and her former husband and best friend, Ernest Mazzarella Sr. Services will held Thursday, Feb. 8, from Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, followed by a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul Church. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.

Nancy A. Potvin KENSINGTON – Nancy Ann (Demers) Potvin, 82, of Kensington, widow of Raymond Armand Potvin, died Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. She was born in Haverhill, Mass., daughter of the late Herbert and the late Clara (Marchand) Demers. Nancy is survived by four sons and three daughtersin-law, Raymond A. Potvin Jr. and his wife Patti of Hanover, Mass., Robert J. Potvin of Kensington, Daniel M. Potvin and his wife Koy

of Venice, Fla., and Donald J. Potvin and his wife Donna of New Britain; a brother, Robert Demers in New Hampshire; a sister, Virginia McCarthy in Massachusetts; twelve grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Peggy Rae (Holmes) Potvin. Services were held Feb. 13 at Porter's Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway. Burial followed in West Lane Cemetery, Kensington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, New England Division, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

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Chris Edge, town economic development director, said the new pass adds to the overall goal to get the community and business engaged with the course. “I think it’s wonderful,” he said. “It gives the ability to introduce and re-introduce the golf course to Berlin.”

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The junior and senior weekend rates, for residents and non-residents, were eliminated due to a lack of participation.

“The new Golf Commission would like the golf course to self-sustain, which it has not At a recent golf commission done for years,” said Marc meeting, members discussed Bayram, Timberlin golf Season passes will stay flat future plans to potentially pro. “Now that the rates are this year for residents at have businesses sponsor tee complete, they will likely $975 and non-residents at signs. turn their attention to the $1,650. expenses and where money Edge said the long term goal can be saved.” A business pass will be ofwould be for the initiatives fered this year at the resident to aid capital improvement Weather permitting, the rate for business owners projects at the course. course could open as soon who have 50 percent or as next month. The last time more ownership in a Berlin Another new feature for the opening day was in March business that pays over upcoming season will be the was in 2016. $4,000 annually in property benefit card. Non-residents akus@record-journal.com taxes. can purchase the card for 203-317-2448 $80 and receive a 20 percent

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Religion Briefs The Bethany Music Series has scheduled the KC Sisters in concert for Sunday, March 4, 4 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. The five Casey sisters incorporate folk, country, gospel and jazz. A reception will follow the concert.

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Hungerford Park Pre-school classes The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., has scheduled classes for children, ages 2 to 5 years old, on Tuesdays, 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. (Children ages 2 and 3 must be accompanied by an adult). A fee is charged.

Kensington Congregational Church has scheduled “Meaningful Magic” by magician David Reed-Brown, for Tuesday, March 13, 7 p.m, 312 Percival Ave.

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NBMC opened the scoring late in the second period when a Pat Doherty [M] slap shot went past the WRMP goalie with 2 minutes remaining. He was assisted by Joe Fogarty [M] and Garrett Pilney [M].

Then, a minute later, Kyle Bucher [C] found the back of the net on a back hand, giving NBMC a 2-0 lead after two periods. That one was assisted by Justin Roberts [M]. WRMP would score in the final 30 seconds to make the game close, but NBMC goaltender David Mix [M] would made his team’s 2-1 lead hold up. Mix finished with 26 saves. In its next game, NBMC visited another conference foe,

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remaining in the game Cade Palladino [C] scored with a wrist shot from the slot assisted by Ethan Ranger [C] The Enfield coop opened the and Justin Stergos [C]. scoring late in the first periAnd NBMC kept coming. od and expanded its lead just a minute and a half into With one minute reminaing the second period. in the contest, Joe Fogarty made it a 3-2 game, and the With 4:30 remaining in the second, Kyle Bucher’s short- Enfield coop had no answer. Fogarty’s strike was ashanded goal cut NBMC’s sisted by Cade Palladino. deficit in half. The third period went back and forth, up and down the ice. With under two minutes

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Berlin boys earn state tournament berth By Ajlal N. Khan Special to The Citizen

The Berlin Redcoats lost their third straight game, falling to the Simsbury Trojans 77-59 last week in a boys basketball clash. Struggling to score, Berlin fell behind early and was never able to recover against a tough Simsbury team. Much of this can be attributed to the strong defense played by the Trojans.

second half, when they stopped being abnormal, I think we showed that we could hang with them … In the next four (games), we should be okay.” Berlin went out and proved this Friday, with a win over the Platt Panthers. The Berlin squad bested the scrappy Meriden team in a hard-fought contest, holding them off for a 57-53 victory to punch their ticket to the upcoming state tournament.

Berlin was repeatedly denied Fanelli had 21 points for the close shots and Simsbury Redcoats (8-9, 4-3). forced turnovers throughout Platt (1-16, 1-6) trailed the game. throughout and scored 22 However, the Redcoats were team points in the fourth. able to make a few runs in Highlighting the Panther dethe second half, cutting their fense were Carson Coon (13 deficit to just seven in the points) and Tre Carter (11). third quarter.

The BHS boys basketball team came up short against Simsbury last week but rebounded to top Platt. Ajlal N. Khan, Special to The Citizen

“I think we played some of our best basketball in the second half. Simsbury came out and shot the ball unbelievably in the first half … We just gave them a little bit of space and they hit their shots,” BHS coach Mike Veneziano said. Despite the late effort from the Redcoats, the Trojans held on.

The Redcoats’ leading scorer this season, Gianni Fanelli, was limited to just 5 points, while Holden Murphy led the way with 14. Redcoat captain Ryan Hyde added 11 points while Giancarlo Tufano and Mike Constantine each netted seven. Said Tufano, “In the first half they did not miss. But in the FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at 860828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 meets Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call 860829-1148 or email jones327@comcast.net. Boys basketball – BHS vs. Hartford Public, away, 6:45 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 18 Cat adoption – Hearts United Cat Rescue has scheduled a cat adoption event for Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 to 3 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Road, Plainville. Meet the many new rescues waiting for their forever homes. For more information, call 860-479-5173, email hucatrescue@ gmail.com or visit www.hucatrescue.org. Pet adoption – Friends of Berlin Animal Control plans to participate in PetSmart’s National Adoption event on Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 to 2 p.m., at PetSmart, 267 Berlin Turnpike. For more information, call 860-828-5287.

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Tuesday, Feb. 20 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 information, call 860828-9102 after 5 p.m. 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

Ice hockey – Newington Coop vs. Eastern CT Eagles at Connecticut College, 9 a.m.

Thursday, Feb. 20 Breakfast – The annual breakfast meeting of the Timberlin Senior Men’s Golf Association is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center. Snow date is Feb. 21.

Friday, Feb. 23 Theater - The Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, has scheduled a production of “Pump Boys and Dinettes” for Friday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call 860-829-1248.

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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 meets Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 66 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call Tony deRito at 860829-9879.

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Health Briefs Balance/Dizziness support group The Balance/Dizziness support group is scheduled to meet Saturday, Feb. 17, noon, at Hospital for Special Care, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain. For more information, contact Robert Rosso at 860-827-1958, ext. 5042 or rrosso@hfsc.org.

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Volunteer drivers sought 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 for residents of Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Southington and Wallingford. Mileage is reimbursed. Call 860-224-7117.

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Certified Police Officer The Town of Wallingford is currently accepting applications for current Connecticut P.O.S.T.C Certified Police Officers. Applicants must be active P.O.S.T.C Certified Police Officers in good standing with their current department, or have retired in good standing, still having a current certification status with P.O.S.T.C. This Process will consist of Written, Oral, Polygraph, Psychological, Medical Exam, and Background Investigation. The Town of Wallingford offers a competitive pay rate $62,753.60$74,963.20 annually. Application deadline will be March 5, 2018 Apply: Human Resources Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St., Wallingford, CT. (203) 294-2080; fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE.

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In Brief The suspect was wearing a knit hat with a design on the front and a two-toned hooded sweatshirt. He is estimated to be 20 to 25-years old. Anyone with information is asked to call Berlin Police. · Kus —Ashley

Police release 2018 Dream Big! photo of suspect in competition Subway robbery The Connecticut Higher Ed-

do after they go to college. Fourth through eighth grade students are asked to answer in a 250 word essay how they will change the world after college. The Dream Big! Competition is sponsored by the State Treasurer’s Office, TIAACREF Tuition Financing, Inc. and CHET. For more information, printable entry forms and official rules, visit www.CHETDreamBig.com.

ucation Trust has scheduled Entry deadline is March 30. its 2018 Dream Big! competiNo purchase is necessary to tion. Connecticut students, enter or win. kindergarten through the eighth grade, can answer the question “What do you want New smoothie shop to be when you grow up?” opens in town A total of $300 was taken from for a chance to win up to a the cash register and tip jar, $1,000 CHET college savings The Fresh Monkee opened said Berlin Deputy Police account contribution. A total its doors as the first tenant Chief Chris Ciuci. The suspect of $26,000 will be awarded in the new retail building at said he had a weapon, but statewide. 224 Berlin Turnpike. The none was shown. The inciprotein shake shop officially dent occurred at 9 p.m. To enter the Dream Big! opened Monday, Feb. 5. competition, kindergarten A Subway employee suffered through third graders are scratches to the arm during “We’re trying to break the asked to share artwork dea brief struggle, police said. belief that smoothies are just picting what they want to Berlin police have released photos of a suspect who robbed a Berlin Turnpike Subway restaurant Monday night, Feb. 5.

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The business offers a variety of options catering to all needs, including gluten free, dairy free and allergies.

Bethany Covenant Church and the Alliance of Foster and Adoptive Children are collecting attire for prom for high school boys. Gently used tuxedos, suits, shirts, ties and cufflinks are needed.

Berlin is Fresh Monkee’s third location. Other shops are in Glastonbury and Wethersfield.

Foster parents info session set Feb. 28 Klingberg Family Centers has scheduled a Foster Parents Information Session for Wednesday, Feb. 28, 10 to 11 a.m., at the main campus building, 370 Linwood St., New Britain. This is a no obligation information session. For more information and to RSVP, call 860-832 5536. Visit Klingberg Family Centers at www.klingberg.org.

Donations may be dropped off at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. Donations are tax deductible. For more information, call 860-828-3637.

Deadline for news The deadline for news submissions is Friday, by 5 p.m., for consideration for the following edition. Send to news@theberlincitizen.com or by mail to: The Berlin Citizen, 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450. Call 203-317-2256.

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