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Town gets first urgent care center Getting treatment for colds, cuts and concussions will be easier after the opening of the town’s first urgent care clinic. “It is a much-needed service,” said Dr. Thomas Brown, who said he’s been interested in opening his third Kathy’s Urgent Care Clinic in Berlin for years. The lack of such a clinic could force those in need of care into hospital emergency
Changes to bus service proposed By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff
The Capitol Region Council of Governments is recommending changes to the transit system that could add a bus through Plainville and Southington and move a Meriden-New Brtain route from the Chamberlain Highway to the Berlin Turnpike.
Dr. Thomas Brown checks the heart rate of his 11-year-old daughter, Anjali Brown. Thomas opened Berlin’s first walk-in medical clinic, Kathy’s Urgent Care, on Webster Square Road on Monday, Aug. 6.
rooms, Brown said, which tend to be more expensive and have longer wait times. “We are thrilled because, again, we don’t have a medical walk-in,” said Economic Development Director Chris Edge, adding that he had been courting various urgent care clinics to open a branch in Berlin. “It’s been one of the goals I’ve (had) for the last year and a half.”
Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
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A CTtransit 501 bus to New Britain exits the Westfield Meriden shopping mall in Meriden, Thursday, Aug. 9. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Citizens academy gives an inside look at policing By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
The public will have a chance to see the town’s police officers in a new light with a Citizens Police Academy showing many of the lesser known aspects of law enforcement. The academy runs Tuesdays, Sept. 11 through Nov. 13, 6:30 to 9 p.m. “A lot of people generally don't
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Thursday Family Story Hour: Aug. 16, 6:30 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155. Financial Fitness Workshop:
Aug. 16, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc., 223 Broad St., New Britain. Hartford County 4-H Fair: Aug. 16, Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. High School Book Talks & Share: Aug. 16, 6 p.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234
Kensington Road, Berlin. New Britain Artists’ Co-op Open Mic.: Aug. 16, 6 p.m. -9 p.m. 66 West Main St., New Britain.
Friday Funkadelic Fest at ToM: Aug. 17, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. $15. Trinity-on-Main, 69 Main St., New Britain. 860-229-2072. katie@trinityonmain.org. Hartford County 4-H Fair: Aug. 17, Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington.
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Britain Bees: Aug. 17, 6:35 p.m. New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain. Movie Matinee: “Their Finest.” Aug. 17, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Theater: Aug. 17, 8 p.m. “Social Security.” $34. Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860-829-1248. www.ctcabaret.com. Time for Tots: Aug. 17, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155.
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Hartford County 4-H Fair: Aug. 19, Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington. Long Island Ducks at New Britain Bees: Aug. 19, 5:05 p.m. New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain. Pet adoption: Aug. 19, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. PetSmart, 267 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. 860828-5287. www.fobac.org.
Monday Discourses, Yoga and Meditation by Swamiji Mukundananda: Aug. 20, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free. Vallabhdham Temple, 26 Church St., Newington. 469-6884996. www.jkyog.org.
Karaoke: Aug. 20, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free. Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. 860-828-9797. Road Warriors at New Britain Bees: Aug. 20, 6:35 p.m. New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain. Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert Series: Aug. 20, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Walnut Hill Park, 184 W. Main St., New Britain. 860-826-3360.
CHFA Landlord Workshop: Aug. 21, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain, Inc., 223 Broad St., New Britain.
Tuesdays at the Movies: Aug. 21, 2 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-2243155.
Wednesday Back to School Fun: Aug. 22, 10 a.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. 860-224-3155.
Discourses, Yoga and Meditation by Swamiji Mukundananda: Aug. 21, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free. Vallabhdham Temple, 26 Church St., Newington. 469-6884996. www.jkyog.org.
Girl Scouts: Aug. 22, 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.
Road Warriors at New Britain Bees: Aug. 21, 6:35 p.m. New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain.
Kensington Berlin Rotary: Aug. 22, 5:30 p.m. Pine Loft Restaurant, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Meriden. homesweethomect.com. See Calendar, A6
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“People watch a lot of these shows like CSI,” Gallupe said. “None of that stuff is actually real.”
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Also, the work of the department’s dive team, of which Gallupe is the commander, will be discussed. “Most people don’t even know we have a dive team or an ATV unit,” he said.
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The academy will include firearms experts who will give an overview of the nonlethal and lethal weapons they use, and will give participants a look at support services such as recordkeeping and the handling and storage of evidence.
The rise in popularity of television crime shows has given many a skewed perception of what police do and how they solve crimes, Gallupe said, adding that it’s important for people to see that much of what occurs on those shows is not grounded in reality.
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Berlin VFW sets car show for Aug. 26
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The Berlin VFW Post 10732, 152 Massirio Drive, has scheduled its first car show for Sunday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prizes will be awarded in each category.
The Berlin site, which opened this month, is located at 175 Webster Square Road, adjacent to Habor Freight Tools.
VFW event organizer Lou Urso points out, “many non-profit organizations are realizing it takes more money to keep going.”
Incorporating the experience he’s had working with patients long-term, Brown aims to provide more care than the typical walk-in clinBerlin's first walk-in medical clinic, Kathy's Urgent Care, ic. opened on Webster Square Road on Monday, Aug. 6.
For instance, he said many clinicians treating a broken shoulder would diagnose the said. issue and recommend that the patient seek further Since many patients treatment from a specialist. Brown sees struggle with Brown does more of the pre- obesity and diabetes, he is partnering with Don Maleto, liminary treatment in the who will be teaching health clinic, which he said results and nutrition. Maleto is exin faster and cheaper care. He will work with the patient ecutive director of the Conto schedule an appointment necticut Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs. with a specialist while they are in the clinic, and he can Brown also aims to make paperform some scans and send the results to the doctor following up, reducing waiting time and redundancy.
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Library Briefs Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Adult programs Teen Tech Experts: Mondays, by appointment, for seniors who need assistance with their mobile phone, iPad or tablet. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 860828-7126. Movie Matinee: Friday, Aug. 17, 1 p.m. “Their Finest.” Rated R. Open Sew: Saturday, Aug. 18, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Drop in and bring your hand sewing or your sewing machine and work on your projects while in the company of others. An ironing station, a cutting station and power strips will be available for use.
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Aug. 23, 6:30 p.m. Watercolor Sand Dollars. All supplies provided. Open to adults, teens, and children age 10plus with an adult. (If you need to cancel your registration, notify the library before noon on the day of the event. Failure to do so will result in a $5 charge.) Movie Matinee: Friday, Aug. 24, 1 p.m. “Forever My Girl.” Rated PG. Cookbook Club: Monday, Aug. 27, 6:30 p.m. Choose a library-owned cookbook and make something with the theme: “Outdoor Picnic.” Plates, bowls and eating utensils will be provided. Registration is required. Movie Matinee: Friday, Aug. 31. “Red Sparrow.” Rated R. Children’s programs Library hours – Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 See Library, A9
Religion Briefs Berlin Congregational Bethany Covenant Summer worship at 9:30 Church
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Worship – Berlin Congregational Church schedules Sunday worship for 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of the month. Nursery care is available. Call 869-828-6586.
Kensington United Methodist Church, 103 Hotchkiss St., Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church schedules a healing and music service the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
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Choir, bell ringers – The church invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ringers to call 860-8286586.
a.m. Childcare provided. Call 860-828-3637 or visit www.bethanycovenant.org. 785 Mill St., Berlin.
Kensington Congregational Church Sunday worship – 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Chapel in the Woods, Sundays, 8:30 a.m.
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Wellspring Church, 222 Lincoln St., summer worship schedule, Sunday, 10 a.m., with children’s program for newborns to age 12. Wednesday service, 7 p.m., with youth program for ages 12 to 18. 860-225-0661 or visit www.wellspring.net.
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Bartering earns interest from local businesses By Terry Sutton Special to The Citizen
Several local businesses participate and various types of services use Barter Business Unlimited. These range from advertising/media, contractor/maintenance to entertainment and travel as well as medical services. Two thousand businesses in Connecticut as well as Massachusetts are in the network, using bartering, in part, for their services and goods.
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“Businesses are usually very surprised that they are able to use trade dollars for dental work, daycare, vacations, boats and even hair transplants,” Lombardi said, adding that both travel and vacation opportunities, internationally as well as in Connecticut and throughout New England, are possibilities. “Many investors will ofWhile people still barter, most finanJack Banks, co-owner of workout facil- fer their unsold vacation rental weeks cial transactions are done by currento Cape Cod, Vermont and on the ities Malibu Fitness in Farmington cies established by government and and Powerhouse Gym in Berlin, has Connecticut shoreline.” more recently, cryptocurrencies, such used the service many times. “Barter To get started, participants pay a oneas Bitcoin. Business Unlimited has been a great time membership allowance followed resource for us,” he said. “Response However, many area businesses use by low monthly maintenance and times are great and the quality of the bartering as part of their commerce. transaction fees, which help pay for businesses are outstanding.” the administration of the service. Debbie Lombardi, of Southington, is Several Southington restaurants are founder and president of a BristolMany companies have found the barmembers, such as Kenzie Kakes, Los based business, Barter Business UnMariachis, Pepper Pot Restaurant and tering system helpful and Lombardi limited, which she started in Hen House Bar-BQ. Ragged Mountain declares that there have been many 2008. Lombardi works with her sister successes with it. She boasts about Hospital in Plainville, as well as LuLisa Mullen and her daughter how several restaurant owners have cinda’s Hair Salon and Horizon PerHeather, who are also co-owners of used trade dollars to open multiple sonal Training in Cheshire also use the company. Their 12 employees locations. She also had a limousine are headquartered in the former Boys the barter system. provider who was able to make sales & Girls Club Family Center, 105 Laurel “When a business makes a sale, trade with his excess limousine time, and St., in Bristol, across from City Hall. dollars are deposited into their acwith the barter dollars, purchased a count,” Lombardi explained. “Purnew Cadillac. Lombardi says her business is not as chases are paid with the earned trade simplistic as one-on-one bartering Lombardi described a situation where dollars. We issue monthly statements but operates with a pool of different a developer ran out of money to comand provide a web portal with a full businesses and individuals. This plete his project. “We were able to marketplace for members to spend makes the bartering more straightforconnect him with a buyer for a buildward, with products and services that their trade dollars, as well as a conveing lot. With the trade dollars he nient phone application. This model are valued based on U.S. currenearned from that sale he was able to cy. That means one U.S. dollar equals removes the frustration of one-on-one finish his current projects, opening up bartering, saves time and is very effecone trade dollar. The system is not a his cash flow. The project value was cryptocurrency, and complies with le- tive. Bartering does not have a stored over $300,000 and included site work, gal mandates by providing 1099 B re- value and are not securities and we do landscaping, electricians, plumbing, not take possession of money for porting of all barter transactions. Bekitchens and painting.” transmission of barter trade credits. cause of that exchange, transactions No cryptography methodologies are For more information about Barter between members are not anonypresent in barter trade credits. We are Business Unlimited, call 860-583mous. a third party record-keeper of barterBBU1 (2281), 877-228-2765 or visit www.bbubarter.com. Bartering is “the action or system of exchanging goods or services without using money,” according to Webster, and long before there was a currency system, bartering was the chief form of commerce for exchanging goods and services.
The American Heart Association has scheduled the sixth “Little Heart Hero Day,” an event for children with congenital heart defects and their families for Sunday, Sept. 9, noon to 2 p.m., at Lyman Orchards, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield. Rain or shine. The free event, open to all Connecticut families who have a child with a congenital heart defect, includes activities, crafts, games and lunch. “Little Heart Hero Day” is free, but space is limited. RSVP required by Saturday, Sept. 1. For more information and to register, call 203303-3326 or email alicia.young@heart.org.
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Grants to pay for security upgrades By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff
School security grants from an auto dealer in New Britain will fund cameras, radios and other school security measures in that city as well as surrounding towns. Schaller Auto World Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of
Greater New Britain, provided $2,500 to each high school in New Britain, Southington, Plainville and Berlin. Southington superintendent Tim Connellan said the grant will be used to buy more two-way radios for use at the high school. The size of the building makes such radios useful.
“Those really extend our ability to communicate in that building,” Connellan said. The radios are about $600 each and the grant will fund the purchase of four. “That’s a marvelous thing the Schallers did,” Connellan said. “We’re very appreciative of that.”
Kaylah Smith, Community Foundation assistant development director, said Art Schaller wished to provide security upgrades to local schools but wanted school leaders to determine what was most needed. “He was really moved by the Parkland shootings,” Smith said.
update the school’s camera system and buy a visitor management system that scans driver licenses and can compare them to sex offender registries nationwide. The system also prints ID badges for high school guests. Plainville High School will buy cameras to eliminate
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I embrace change for what it can improve, not just for the sake of it. We always need to guard against the “we’ve always done it this way” mentality.
To best position ourselves for the eventuality of economic change, our school system must present the best environment for our students’ chances to learn and excel.
Letters to the Editor There’s still time To the editor: Connecticut should be a paradise. We have a wealthy and educated population, beautiful seasons, Long Island Sound to the south, state forests in the north, easy trips to Boston, New York, Cape Cod, good healthcare, great schools. Connecticut should be a place that people are competing to move to. Yet every year, we are among the nation’s leaders in population exodus.
ernment. What is House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz’s proposal to fix our uncompetitive cost of living? More tax increases, and tolls. Recent tax increases have been a fiscal disaster, people are fleeing the state, and Speaker Aresimowicz thinks the way out of the hole he helped put us in, is to dig faster. We gave our elected officials a ton of money, yet the Democrats spent that to create a landscape in this state so hostile that more people want to flee than move here.
got your charter revision, please read this section of the charter that you were part of creating: “7.3 (b) In the preparation of said budget, the Board of Finance shall meet with the Town Council to hear and receive the Council's priorities for the town.” Republican leaders thought they could get a split Board of Finance with the mayor being the tie-breaking vote.
We are all unique beings, but while sharing many similarities, we don’t all learn the same way, nor at the same speed. Some people are visual, some are auditory and some are gifted with the ability to work and create with their hands. I believe that these differences should be celebrated and supported in our public educational system.
Part of that learning environment is the basic need for safety for our teachers and students. While Cathy Abercrombie supports and asks for votes for a retired teacher, she failed – twice – to actually support teachers and students, voting against SB-453 for the Safe School Climate Plan.
Once the mayor saw that we were an independent board, he chose to ignore this section of the charter and reWhy? fused to meet with the Board So why must we continually If that’s not failure, I don’t of Finance, despite multiple try putting a square peg in a That’s hypocritical, and we Weather is obviously part of know what is. can do much better. requests. round hole, when it comes it, but as the Yankee Institute Joe Aresimowicz, Cathy to our collective self-goverfor Public Policy recently de- Abercrombie and their liber- The Board of Finance would I ask for your support and nance? The status quo does termined, population is inal team must be voted vote to replace the “we’ve allike to build bridges and do not always serve us well, creasing in surrounding out while we have a chance. what is right for the town. ways done it this way” menstates with the same weathtality. Unfortunately, the Berlin Re- even if some markets and Bob Peters publican Party refuses to do politicians thrive on it. It is er. So it’s more than that. Lou Arata Berlin so. invention and expansion It’s a cost of living, largely that drives our economic en- Republican candidate 83rd driven by taxes. My friends, please rememDistrict gine over the long haul. Remember ber this in November; this That ’s the wonder of change. We have some of the highest year and next. in November taxes in the nation, and those taxes increased multi- To the editor: Mark Holmes ple times over the past eight Board of Finance member In a recent letter to the ediyears. This has put us at a Election/political letters tor, George Millerd (former distinct competitive disadTime for a change Berlin Republican Town vantage compared to other Email letters to news@the- We reserve the right to edit Committee chair and Charstates like New Hampshire, To the editor: berlincitizen.com; mail to letters. Letters must be ter Reform Commission North Carolina, South Car11 Crown St., Meriden, CT signed and names will apmember) attacked Board of olina, Tennessee, Georgia The fact that Connecticut 06450 or fax to 203-639pear in print. Include a Finance Chairman Sam Loand Florida. has the highest total tax burphone number so The Citi0210. The Citizen will print maglio. den in the nation is indisI doubt there is a family in only one letter per person zen can contact you for putable, and like all of us, I I would like to point out a our state which hasn’t had verification. Letters must each month. have a few pet peeves. a family member or friend few things to Mr. Millerd and be submitted by 5 p.m. on Beginning Sept. 6, elecflee Connecticut for ecoall Berlin Republicans who I’ve always believed that in Friday to be considered for tion/political letters will be publication the following nomic reasons. choose to ignore facts as it most cases, there will come limited to 100 words. No suits their agenda. a time when a better way is Thursday. The Democrats currently political letters will be found to do something. control the entire state govMr. Millerd, in case you forpublished after Oct. 25. That’s called change.
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School Briefs Scholarship The Kiwanis Club of Berlin announces the continuation of its College Scholarship Program for the 2018-2019 academic school year. The program is available to Berlin residents who have
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completed at least one full year of college. Applications are available in the Public Works Department, Room 8, Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. Completed applications must be returned to the Public Works Department by Thursday, Aug. 30,
5 p.m. The Berlin Citizen prints scholastic achievements of local students. Company policy requires verification from the school, i.e., a copy of the letter, email or certificate received by the student.
The Connecticut 2018 annual sales tax-free week holiday is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 19 through Saturday, Aug. 25. During the sales tax holiday week, most individual
items of clothing and footwear priced under $100 are exempt from Connecticut Sales and Use Tax. For more information, visit www.ct.gov/drs/cwp.
Pet photo contest It’s time to take photos of your dog or cat for the 2018 Friends of Berlin Animal Control Berlin Fair pet photo contest. Fairgoers may vote all weekend. The dog and cat with the most votes wins a
gift basket. Entry forms are available at local vets, pet supply stores or at Berlin Animal Control. For more information, call FOBAC at 860-828-5287.
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Energy assistance available Connecticut residents struggling to pay utility bills can apply for home heating assistance at local Community Action agencies. In Connecticut this program
is called the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program and is housed under the Department of Social Services.
All benefit levels are increased this year for utility and deliverable fuel-heated households.
Homeowners and/or renters may apply, and funds may be used to pay for whatever source of heating residents have in their homes. This includes wood, electric, oil, kerosene or natural gas.
For more information on the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program, visit www.cafca.org or contact the Connecticut Association for Community Action, 203 Main St., 300 Plaza Middlesex, Middletown, CT 06457, or call 860-832-9438.
The Southington Recreation Department’s 25th annual “Music on the Green” Concert Series is scheduled for Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., through Sept. 5, on the Town Green. The event, with weekly car shows, is free. Rain date is Thursdays. Visit www.southington.org/ music. Upcoming shows: Aug. 22 – “The Kyle Niles
Band” (Classic Rock), sponsored by Southington Community YMCA Aug. 29 – “Coyote River Band” (Modern Country, Rock & Dance Hits), sponsored by Billy Carlson Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Sept. 5 – “Out the Boxx” (High Energy Dance Hits), sponsored by Southington Lions Club
Senior Menus Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at 860-6708546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, Aug. 20: Eye of the round with horseradish sauce, mashed pota-
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Tuesday, Aug. 21: Apple juice, pork riblet, corn with black beans, coleslaw, corn muffin, ice cream cup.
Thursday, Aug. 23: Cranberry juice, Philly cheese steak with onions and peppers, tricolor pasta salad, carrotslaw, peaches.
Wednesday, Aug. 22: Baked fish, buttered rice with peas and mushrooms, corn on the cob, rye bread, ba-
Friday, Aug. 24: Macaroni, tuna and pea salad, broccoli and red pepper salad, whole wheat dinner roll, fruit salad.
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Medicare loses over $60 billion each year due to fraud, errors and abuse. The Senior Medicare Patrol program is looking for volunteers. Volunteers are trained to eduActivities cate beneficiaries how to recognize and combat fraud. Reiki Healing – Tuesdays, 1 Volunteers work in their own to 3 p.m., with Holly communities. Hours are Kevorkian. A fee is charged. flexible.
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Volunteer drivers The Community Renewal Team, Inc., RSVP team initiated the Volunteer Medical Transportation Program to help bridge the transportation gap facing seniors 55plus who experience challenges getting to non-emergency medical appointments in their hometown or nearby.
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Senior Bowling League results from Aug. 10: Buzz Brazee, 163; Ferd Brochu, 156; Gil Williams, 155; Barb Patterson, 154. All seniors are welcome Fridays, 9 a.m., at Lucky Lanes, 1782 Berlin Turnpike.
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Weather doesn’t derail T Cop tourney By Ajlal N. Khan Special to The Citizen
To the editor: On behalf of the T-Cop Foundation, we would like to thank the entire community for coming out and supporting both the Tee It Up for T-Cop Golf Tournament held on June 9 and the 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament held on Saturday, Aug. 11.
“He would love this,” said Michael McCarthy, one of Cop’s good friends. “He just loved basketball and athletics in general. So he would love all these people coming out.” “He was really the most genuine person ever and was just a great kid,” McCarthy added.
The tournament was scheduled to take place on the newly-renovated BHS outdoor courts, but due to rain, was moved inside. The renovation of the outdoor courts was partly funded by the Tyler Cop Foundation, and the courts were the location of the inaugural tournament in 2017.
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For the second year in a row, the T Cop 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament returned to Berlin High School, honoring the memory of local teenager Tyler Cop and his love of the sport.
Spectators and more than 100 participants gathered in the BHS A-Gym for the event Saturday.
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The 2018 T Cop 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament drew a crowd to Berlin High School Saturday. Photo by Ajlal N. Khan
The move inside this year was fitting, however, as Cop’s recently-retired jersey number was on display.
Participants wore shirts with Cop’s name and number on the back and the tournament logo on the front.
The day kicked off at 9 a.m. with the middle school division getting the action going, followed by the high school and legends division games.
“It’s really a great thing to see the town come together,”
The day’s action concluded at 4 p.m.
said Malachi Burby, a longtime friend of Cop. “Before now, there wasn’t much of that and I think Tyler would think that’s just amazing.”
These events could not have been a success without the support of local businesses, friends and family. The Cop family is very thankful to everyone for helping to keep the memory of Tyler alive. James Mazzarella Berlin
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Wheeler Clinic job fair Aug. 21 Wheeler Clinic has scheduled a job fair for Tuesday, Aug. 21, 5:30 to 8 p.m., 74 East St., Plainville. The event is designed to re-
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Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
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September slam tournament The Cheshire Junior Women’s Club has scheduled its 12th annual September Slam Tennis Tournament for women on Saturday, Sept. 8, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Copper Valley Club. Rain date is Sept. 9. Doubles play begins at 8:30 a.m. followed by brunch, prizes, and raffles.
Prizes for the ‘best dressed,” as well as trophies, will be awarded. All proceeds benefit the club’s community efforts throughout Cheshire and the surrounding communities. For more information, email Julie.russitano@quinnipiac.edu or sivakoffa@yahoo.com.
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Restrooms open on Hartford Line trains Hartford Line rail commuters got some relief Monday after the Federal Railroad Administration reversed its mandate to close the restrooms on the trains. The FRA had ordered the bathrooms closed in June after receiving an American with Disabilities Act complaint that the bathrooms on the CTrail cars were not handicapped-accessible. The state Department of Transportation installed portable toilets at stations in Meriden, Berlin and Wallingford, while the restrooms on the trains are being modified to accommodate disabled customers. Amtrak trains have ADA-compliant restrooms.
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Training, stretching, preventing injury: 5 things to know By Ashley Kus Record-Journal staff
WALLINGFORD — Studentathletes of all levels are beginning to prepare for their fall season with the start of school on the horizon.
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Here are five things they should know about training, stretching and preventing injury from John Palmieri, a personal trainer at the Wallingford YMCA.
Health benefits The benefits associated with working out outside of practice are staying in shape, building muscle and becoming a better athlete, Palmieri said.
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He said it’s beneficial to stay active and healthy all year long. Diet plays an important role in overall health. A healthy diet at home and at school is needed to see results from working out. Palmieri suggests studentathletes bring their lunches rather than purchase from a cafeteria for more optimal choices.
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According to Palmieri, student-athletes should be working out three times a week, depending on prac-
tices, schedules and games. He said working out seven days a week does more harm than good for young athletes since they need time to recover. Cardio can be anything from the treadmill to the elliptical, depending on capability, along with cycling or group classes. Weight lifting needs to be performed consistently, especially if the goal is to strengthen a specific muscle. Palmieri said in order to see results, workouts need to be performed weekly. If a student has a tough practice, Palmieri said he recommends taking a day off from the gym.
Preventing injury Palmieri said student-athletes can suffer back injuries or hamstring pulls if they do not properly stretch and warm up. He said high school studentathletes do not properly warm up beforehand. This See Stretching, A17
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Personal trainer John Palmieri of the Wallingford YMCA gives tips for student athletes to prepare for the fall season on Monday.
Quilts that Care, a group of volunteers who make quilts to give comfort for individuals undergoing cancer treatments, has scheduled its sixth annual fundraiser for Thursday, Oct. 11, 5 to 8 p.m., at The Village at East Farms, 180 Scott Road, Waterbury. A
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Stretching A foam roller can be used to help stretch. Gyms like the YMCA also provide guests with stretching machines that can help further loosen muscles.
A medicine ball can be used for crunches, sit-ups and twists. The same can be done on an incline bench without a medicine ball.
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The body’s core is important to all sports, Palmieri said. The core provides balance and stability, and one exercise which can strengthen the core is plank.
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Stretching and warm-ups should be done not only before working out but also before and after practices and games.
Some common back stretches include press-ups, which resemble a pushup without lifting the lower body, and trunk rotations which stretch both the trunk and back areas.
Machines can also be used to work the core. Palmieri suggests a mix of both machines and floor exercises for an optimal workout.
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Reefer worries hound legalization Julian Clark, of Westerly, R.I., smells a strain of marijuana flowers called "Cookie Pebbles," at a trade show in Worcester, Mass. on Dec. 17 2017. Three New England states legalized recreational marijuana, but there is still no place to buy pot legally in the region.
By Jeffery Kurz Record-Journal staff
The situation with medical marijuana dispensaries is beginning to look like that of term limits for politicians, as in term limits are great for the other guy’s candidate — a dispensary is great for the other guy’s neighborhood. Unease about medical pot shops has been evident in Southington, where opponents have put pressure on town officials to keep marijuana away. This puts a unique type of pressure on planning and zoning panels tasked with ruling on applications. The decisions one way or the other need to be based on regulations, not on how someone gauges the threat of marijuana.
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“We’ve gotten lots of emails, we’ve gotten lots of communication from these (antidrug) organizations,” Michael Del Santo, the chairman of Southington’s Planning and Zoning Commission, said recently. “We get it, drugs are bad. In this position we have a job to do … We have to follow our regulations.” The situation is hardly unique to Southington. The New York Times recently reported on similar resistance in other states at the local level, where “would-be dispensary operators routinely encounter layers of regulations, if not moratoriums or
outright bans, as well as wary landlords and angry neighbors.” “We are trying to educate local communities that this pot is not the devil coming,” Robert N. Fireman, president and CEO of MariMed Advisors, told the Times. “All we really are is a glorified CVS that’s highly regulated and secure. But it’s not getting any easier on the real estate side.” As the Times noted, the resistance runs counter to indications that Americans in general are warming to marijuana, with half of the states approving it for medical purposes and nine, plus Washington, D.C., legalizing it for recreational use. A survey in October showed that 61 percent of Americans feel pot should be legalized. But even in states where marijuana has been legalized progress in taking it from idea to practice has been slow and far from trouble free. The Associated Press reports that while pot retail sales became legal in Massachusetts on July 1 (after a referendum vote approved legalizing recreational marijuana in November 2016) no stores have been licensed and few are expected to be anytime soon. “Local resistance and the lack of marijuana testing facilities required by law are factors cited for the delay,” says the AP. Also, since last month, you can legally possess a small See Kurz, A20
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West Queen Street and Queen Street. Under Phase Two, which would include an 11 percent cost hike, service would be extended farther south and operate via West Street, West Main Street, South Main Street to serve the Plantsville park and ride, Main Street and Queen Street. Connecticons to other services would be available in downtown Bristol, the Lake Avenue and Plainville park and rides and Connecticut Commons in Plainville.
Study authors say there is a need for increased transit The study area for the effort, services in the downtown which began in 2015, includ- Southington area, where there are some seniors withed Berlin, Bristol, New Britain, Plainville and South- out cars and low-income ington. The document serves residents. as a planning tool for future However, Democratic Town CTtransit bus service in the Councilor Dawn Miceli said New Britain-Bristol Division. there have been no discussions about the need for bus ”The recommendations of service among town resithis study represents a podents. tential scenario and are not a final service plan,” the re“We’ve never had formal port said. “The document discussions during my 10 will serve as an example for years on the council,” Miceli improved bus transit service in the study area and provide a potential blueprint for future service.”
said. “This has not been a big topic of need from constituents or businesses.” Town senior citizens have expressed a need for a ride service, and the United Way has obtained grant funding from Main Street Community Foundation to provide one. The service would assist senior citizens without cars to get to shopping and doctors’ appointments. “That’s what we do in this town,” Miceli said. “Rather than waiting for public this or that, we take it on as our own.” Economic Development Coordinator Louis Perillo said that although he is no longer a member of CRCOG, he expects the need for transit service in Southington would increase as areas become more dense. The study also takes a look at the existing route that brings riders from Arch Street in New Britain to the Westfield Meriden mall and onto MidState Medical Center.
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But for the time being, the current situation allows towns that choose to embrace the inconsistency a way out, which is what is happening in Wallingford.
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While other towns deal with medical dispensary applications, Wallingford has decided to just say no. “The town’s position is that we can’t permit something that’s not legal at the federal level,” said Town Planner Kacie Hand. What to make of it all? Well, for one, Connecticut is better off sitting on the sidelines when it comes to legalizing recreational use. It already has its hands full with medical dispensaries. Reach Jeffery Kurz at 203317-2213, or jkurz@recordjournal.com.
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Town of Berlin – Assessor’s Office EXEMPTION FOR THE BLIND The Assessor’s Office would like to remind Berlin Citizens that there is a property tax exemption in the amount of a $3,000 reduction on an assessment to certain persons who are blind. Filing for this exemption must be completed on or before Monday, October 1, 2018. To be eligible for this exemption, a person must: 1.
be a Connecticut resident;
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be either the record owner of, hold life use in, or be the beneficiary of a trust estate with respect to the property on which the exemption will be applied;
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have provided a Certificate from the State of Connecticut Board of Education and Services for the Blind as proof to the assessor that he /she are blind in accordance with the definition outlined above. Such proof need be filed only once. An attorney or agent may submit such proof on the person’s behalf.
Individuals who have already filed for this exemption need not apply again; they are permanently enrolled for life. Applicants may also be eligible for the local option exemption provided by the Town, which allows an additional $2,000 exemption if certain income limits are met. Eligibility guidelines include a maximum annual income of $35,300 for a single person and $43,000 for married couples. Income received by both a husband and his wife is considered in determining eligibility of a married couple. Proof of all taxable and nontaxable income for 2017 must be submitted to determine eligibility. Filing for the local option is required annually.
VETERANS & ADDITIONAL VETERANS EXEMPTIONS Veterans applying for Veterans & Additional Veterans Exemptions must come into the Assessor’s Office on or before Monday, October 1, 2018. (CGS §§12-81(19) and 12-81g) Any Veterans who are new residents or recently discharged that have not filed their DD-214 must do so by October 1, 2018.* Veterans applying for additional veterans benefits must provide copies of their 2017 income from all sources which may include their Federal Tax Return, 1099 Statement from Social Security and all other sources of income. The income limit for married applicants is $43,000 and $35,300 for single applicants. *Veterans must have served at least ninety (90) days during wartime served prior to August 2, 1990. Veterans must file for this exemption every two years. REMINDER: FILING OF DISABLED VETERANS DISABILITY CERTIFICATE The Assessor’s Office would like to remind disabled Veterans that they must file their Disability Certificate from the Veterans Administration with the Assessor’s Office by Monday, October 1, 2018. The Disability Certificate must be filed only if the disability rating has changed until the Veteran reaches age 65. At age 65, filing is no longer required. The Veteran must notify the Assessor’s Office when they turn age 65. If you have any questions, please contact the As88315 sessor’s Office at (860) 828-7039.
Town of Berlin – Assessor’s Office EXEMPTION FOR PERMANENTLY AND TOTALLY DISABLED
Residents who meet the eligibility requirements can apply in the Town of Berlin Assessor’s Office, Room 18 in the Town Hall at 240 Kensing88318 ton Road.
The Assessor’s Office would like to remind Berlin Citizens that there is a property tax exemption in the amount of a $1000 reduction on an assessment to certain persons who are permanently and totally disabled.
TOWN OF BERLIN, ASSESSOR’S OFFICE VETERANS’ LOCAL OPTION EXEMPTION
To be eligible for this exemption, a person must:
The Assessor’s Office would like to inform all Veterans that the income guidelines to qualify for an additional exemption of $3,000 local option in addition to the regular veteran exemption are as follows: $57,300 for single veterans and $64,500 for married veterans.
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be a Connecticut resident;
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be either the record owner of, hold life use in, or be the beneficiary of a trust estate with respect to the property on which the exemption will be applied. (Exception: this Exemption ceases upon the death of the totally disabled person.)
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be receiving permanent total 100% disability benefits from one of the following: (A) The Social Security Administration or; (B) A federal, state or local government retirement or disability plan (including that provided by the Railroad Retirement Act) or any government-related teacher’s retirement plan, containing qualification requirements comparable to those of the Social Security Administration; and have filed an application and provided proof of total disability to the Assessor by Mon 88319 day, October 1, 2018.
Veterans should provide copies of their 2017 income from all sources which may include their Federal Tax Return, 1099 Statement from Social Security and all other sources of income. Veterans must file for this exemption every two years. Applications must be on file by Monday, October 1, 2018 to qualify for the Grand List of 2018. 4. If you have any questions, please call the Asses88317 sor’s Office at 860-828-7039.
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Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc., Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc.,a division of Nucor, the nation’s largest steel and steel products manufacturer and largest recycler, is seeking to assemble a hiring pool of qualified applicants for entry level jobs. We are looking for candidates who are willing to work any shift which would require working both day and night shifts in a drug free environment. Most production positions in our steel plant require moderate to heavy lifting and can be physically demanding including working in extreme temperatures. Individuals who would like to learn more about opportunities at Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc. should register at: https://jobs.nucor.com and search for Entry Level Production - NSCT in Wallingford, CT. Individuals who register should be prepared to complete a brief questionnaire. Previous registrants will need to take the questionnaire again to be considered. Nucor will only be accepting a limited number of submissions, and the registration period will end on or before 08/17/18 once a set number have expressed the willingness to work in the available positions. Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes. No phone calls please. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vet – and a drug-free workplace.
Controller RJ Media Group is seeking a Controller to lead our accounting and finance team. This handson position requires responsibility for the day to day accounting operations, ensuring that systems and procedures are in place to support the accuracy and reliability of the Company’s financial reporting, and for overseeing audits and regulatory compliance. The Controller will manage the accounting team including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions. Qualified candidates will have advanced knowledge of database, accounting, and reporting software; be proficient in complex spreadsheet design, have strong analytical and interpersonal communications skills, be confident and proactive with a hands-on approach to fulfilling responsibilities, have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, and have 5-7 years of increasing responsibility in an audit and accounting environment. RJ Media Group is a, 150 year old, familyowned company that publishes the RecordJournal, The Westerly Sun, 7 weekly community newspapers, myrecordjournal.com and thewesterlysun.com, delivering the hyperlocal news that citizens want, as well as the audience that businesses need. For consideration please send resume and cover letter to: Courtney Wengenroth, HR Manager Record-Journal cwengenroth@record-jour nal.com RJ Media Group is an EOE
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Meriden – 3 BD. $885.00 3rd Floor. Very clean. 20 Pine St. Call Linna 347-339-0235 PLANTSVILLE - Near I84, 1.5 rm eff. apt., $160wk incl. heat, HW, AC, appli, Sec. dep., refs. req’d. smoke free (860) 620-0025.
Advertising Sales Consultant Are you a sales professional who can balance sales & service to existing accounts with hunting & closing new business? RJ Media Group is seeking a professional with one to two years of outside sales experience, digital marketing skills and an understanding of how the media landscape impacts today’s business owner. A family-owned company, we publish the Record-Journal, 6 weekly community newspapers and myrecordjournal.com, delivering the hyper-local news that citizens want, as well as the audience that businesses need. We offer a base salary with unlimited commission potential, paid vacation, full medical benefits and a 401K. To apply, send resume, cover letter & salary requirements to Jim Mizener at jmizener@rjmediagroup.com. RJ Media Group is an EOE CHILDCARE ADMINISTRATOR - Large area facility. Credentials & experience a plus. Salary based upon experience. Please send resume to agstork@gmai l.com or fax to (203) 237-6947. EOE.
Lost and Found IMPOUNDED: White & tiger tabby cat found vicinity Southington Rd and Chamberlain Hwy. Call Berlin ACO 860-828-7055
Chiropractic office Tag Sales assist./recept., 30-40 hrs./wk., salary based on exp., avail. immed., BERLIN-106 Ellwood bilingual prefer. Mail or Rd., Sat., 8/18 8-3, drop off resume to: fishing equip, tools, Meriden Chiropractic toys, jewelry,new jack693 Broad St., Meriets, Xmas, everything den, CT 06450 or email resume to info@ meridenchiropractic. com EXP BREAKFAST LINE COOK & KITCHEN HELP- for very busy breakfast & lunch restaurant in Wallingford. Weekends a must. 203-213-5041
Auto Parts FORD 2018 new, red 8 ft alum. bed, and bumper off brand new F-250 PU. $1,900. Call Lou (203)410-1950
WALLINGFORD - 2 BR, 2nd flr. $850/mo + security deposit. 203-214-8896 WALLINGFORD -2nd fl Studio, quiet east side loc., avail. in Sept., $750. + lease + sec., good credit, no pets, call 203-269-9755 -
French bulldog, Shih-poo, Labrador, German Shepard; Bengal Kittens $550 + (860) 828-7442
PUREBRED MALTESE 2 Females, 10 WKS OLD avail. now. $900 each. 860-863-8318
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Appliances AFFORDABLE - Used Dryers, washers, fridges, stoves, repairs available. Wallingford, 475-201-9001.
Construction Equipment & Tools
YAMAHA 3 passenger Wave Runner F.W. only, 14 hours, w/trailer & many options, $9,000 Call Lou (203)410-1950
BRAND NEW BRADCO MODEL 625 TRENCHER never used, $3,000. Call Lou (203)410-1950
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MERIDEN - 1 BR, 4 rms, Parker Ave, quiet location, off st prkg. No pets/smkg. $825. 203-213-3124
1,2,3 Items or an Estate ûûûCA$Hûûû Todd Shamock 203-494-1695 ESTATE SALE SERVICE Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items.
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Three Accent rugs. Brand new, never used, call for sizes. $35 for all. 860-384-1183
Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.
Music Instruments & Instruction
Music By Roberta Perform + Instruct Voice lessons - all ages +levels,piano beginnerinterm. (203) 630-9295.
Sporting Goods & Health Exercise Equip Moving Sale, Parabody 350 Home Gym $350, LifeFitness X9i Elliptical $1200 - 860.877.3947
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1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture, 50’s Items. Whole Estates 203 238-3499 AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, Bench Tools Hand Tools, Much More. (203) 525-0608
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14’ Starcraft alum boat/trailer with 2016 6 hp Tohatsu 4stk motor $2000 Call Rich 203-440-1542.
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MATERIALS SOUTHINGTON-Cape DISTRIBUTION house, 4 BR, 1 BA, full basement, central AC, Screened Topsoil $20 per yd; Sand-$15 per private yard, $1500. yd; Sandy Gravel-$17 No pets, No utilities, per yd; Millings-$10 860-621-1165 or 860per yd; Screened 949-5697 Millings $14 per yd; Clean Fill $8 per yd: Pets For Sale $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-9824819 for delivery
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WLFD - Bath vanity 36" long 22" wide 31" High- Two Doors with Caning and Three Draws, Color Pecan$350 with matching mirror $375. New ceramic top with brush nickel hardware. Excellent condition. Call 203-265-1771
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Wanted to Buy Individual firearms collections and estates including military and related items. Federal collector’s license, gunsmith, appraisals. Richard Pleines, (860) 663-2214
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ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350 ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860-718-5132.
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***NEED EXTRA CASH?*** Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services avail. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203-269-9888. www.ricksantiques andcoins.com
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Welcome to CLASSIFIED Wanted to Buy Grassy Hill Auctions, an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convince. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com
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GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
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CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
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GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 4403279 Fully ins. CT# 569127
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Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge/tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397 860-558-5430
Masonry A&A MASONRY 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, patios, stonewalls, chimneys, fireplaces & much more! Call Anytime 860-462-6006! Free Est! #HIC0616290
Roofing IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRINGYard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage ALEX MASONRY **JUNK REMOVAL** 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Debris, etc Stone, Chimneys. WE REMOVE WE CAN REMOVE #580443. 203-232Furniture, appliances, ANYTHING 0257 or 203-596-0652 entire contents of: Entire house to homes, sheds, estates, Painting 1 item removed! attics, basements, Roofing - Siding Skylight & Wallpapering FREE ESTIMATES garages & more. Installation Chimney Sr. Citizen Discount *SPRING repair. Flashing Lic. Painting Services, ComLIC & INS. YardClean-ups* #0649808. mercial & Residential, 203-535-9817 or FREE ESTIMATES 203-510-3830 Interior & Exterior. Re860-575-8218 LIC & INS. pairs, Powerwashing, 203-535-9817 List Your Items To Over Deck Maintenance. or 860-575-8218 Over 30 Years Experi- Welcome to CLASSIFIED 300,000 Local Readers. ence. Call Tom at Landscaping 203-715-5906
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Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860)645-8899
Tree Services Gary Wodatch LLC TREE REMOVAL All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430
JM Lawn Care - Lawn George J Mack & Sons mowing, Spring clean203-639-0032 Servicing the Meriden up, hedge trimming, area since 1922. Toilet, info@ gonzalez tree service, mulch any faucet, sink & drain recolor. 860-796-8168 constructionllc.com pairs. Water heater replacements. 15% Sr Fully Lic & Ins Tutoring citizen disc. Member JT’S LANDSCAPING Reg #577319 of BBB. 203-238-2820 LLC–Trees & Shurb One On One Basketball pruning, weeding, Inc.Expert Basketball mulching. All your Power Washing Instruction. All ages landscape needs. /skill levels. Indiv. or Top Quality Work group training. GuarRoofing. Siding. A-1 Quality At A Reasonable anteed improvement Windows. More. Free Powerwashing Price. #616311. after first lesson Est’s. Ins. # 604200. low rates Fully lic. & ins. 914-482-0998 Member BBB. Call Dennis 203-213-6528 cjcordes1@aol.com Harmony.(860) 645-8899 203-630-0008
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CREATING BRIGHT FUTURES Enroll now in Berlin YMCA Infant, Toddler and Preschool Programs and be entered to win one of three great prizes! New students who enroll by September 9th will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win. 1st prize: 1 year family membership, 2nd prize: 6 month family membership, 3rd prize: 3 month family membership. Some restrictions may apply.
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Berlin YMCA Child Care Center 10 Chamberlain Highway Berlin, CT 06037 (P) 860-828-6559 (W) www.nbbymca.org (O) facebook.com/BerlinYMCA