Berlin Citizen, Sept. 20, 2018

Volume 22, Number 31

Thursday, September 20, 2018

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Farm animals steal the show at fair Libraries Despite roaring roller coasters and endless fried treats, the farm animals stole the show at the 70th Berlin Fair this past weekend, with children clamoring over fences for a better look at the piglets and goats.

“She’s really attached to the sheep and she’s having a blast,” Berlin resident Jolene See Fair, A8

Braidy Randolph, of Jonestown, Pa., competes in the Bareback Bronco in the Painted Pony Rodeo on Sept. 16 during the 70th Annual Berlin Fair.

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Justin Weekes, Special to the Record-Journal

9/11 memorial steel beam unveiled

By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen

Residents examine the Kensington Fire Rescue Company's 9/11 monument. The opening ceremony was held on Sept.

11.

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may add a social worker

Standing before two steel beams from the World Trade Center, the Kensington Fire Rescue Company gathered to remember the victims of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Four local libraries are seeking funding to hire a parttime social worker to help them provide mental health services to patrons who rely on the library as a shelter.

“Libraries are changing along with other agencies in town and we are discovering that we are home to people that have mental health issues, people that are homeless,” Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Director Helen Malinka said during a recent Berlin Town Council meeting. “The library is a safe place, it's a shelter. However, it brings a whole other set of issues and staff are not trained to handle these kinds of problems.”

“I often think about the great sacrifices of those first responders and the civilians who helped get people out of the buildings and those who acted in the air,” Kensington Fire Rescue Chief Jeff Pajor said during the ceremony Sept. 11. “This memorial is a tribute to those who

In collaboration with the directors of the Southington, Plainville and New Britain libraries, she is exploring applying for a grant from the Community Foundation of

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Teacher on paid leave amid sex assault charges

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on February 9, as soon as the district learned of the invesA Berlin High School teacher “The process to tertigation concerning charged with having a sexual minate his employthe teacher’s alleged ment has been initirelationship with a 17-yearactions,” the letter old student remains on paid ated and would typicontinued. “School cally be started folleave. administrators have lowing a conviction,” been in close contact Cwirka "At this point to terminate, Benigni with law enforcewe have to have our own in- said. "There's an arment authorities vestigation,” said schools’ rest but not a conviction.” throughout the investigation Superintendent Brian Benigand we will continue to coIn a letter sent to parents ni.

Tuesday night, Sept. 11, BeMichael Cwirka, 29, of 882 nigni wrote, “the safety and N. Colony Road, Apt. 9, well-being of all students is Meriden, was charged Mon- and will always be the first day, Sept. 10 with three priority in the Berlin Public counts of second-degree Schools.” sexual assault and five counts of fourth-degree sex- “It is for that reason that the school district took immediual assault. He was arraigned in Meriden Superior ate action, placing the teacher on administrative leave Court on Sept. 11. statute requires that the leave be paid.

operate with law enforcement authorities. I am fully committed to ensuring the safety of all students and I also believe firmly that staff members must be accountable for their own actions.”

In February, Meriden police launched an investigation into allegations that Cwirka was involved in a relationship with a 17-year-old female se-

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Memorial From A1

9/11 for the official opening.

were killed...(and) a statement for those whoever stood up for others, for those who do good every day.”

“... today we have a beautiful memorial here to honor those that lost their lives 17 years ago and those that continue to suffer the affects of those attacks,” said retired Kensington Chief Mark Lewandowski, who spearheaded the effort to create the monument.

The beams rise out of a pentagon of concrete, representing the 189 killed at the Pentagon, and are surrounded by a lawn for the 44 killed aboard Flight 93, which crashed in a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

The project was years in the making, and while the lights were first turned on in December 2017, the company waited for the anniversary of

“The Kensington Fire Department, with the assistance of their fellow departments, worked hard to retrieve a piece of history and turn it into a wonderful memorial,” said Mayor Mark

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Kaczynski. “We can never forget this terrible attack on our nation, never forget the victims and never forget the loss and sacrifice of our first responders and our military.”

Chief Pajor gave a timeline of the most significant moments of that day, including Flight 11 crashing into the north tower at 8:46 a.m. and the collapse of the building at 10:28 a.m.

“Do you remember where you were? Do you remember what you felt?” he said.

Firefighter Shawn Drain, the youngest member of the fire company, also spoke. He was 4 on Sept. 11, 2001.

“Among the thousands lost that day, the fire service lost 343 of its brothers,” Drain

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Firefighters stand in front of the Kensington Fire Rescue Company's 9/11 monument. The opening ceremony was held on Sept. 11.

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save injured or trapped victims. They have set the bar high. It will be a challenge for us, but we will have the same fighting spirit that they had and never give up. This is how we as brothers, and me as someone who was not old enough to comprehend what had happened that day, will never forget.”

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Greater New Britain to hire a professional to train staff and provide services directly.

“We just want to make sure they have everything they need that we can provide, but if there's anything extra they need, that's what the social worker is for,” Malinka said. “This is beyond library resources … I’m talking about if they need a place to sleep at night or where they can take a shower.”

“This is something we have just begun to speak about,” Smith said.

“We’re just thinking about

In many cases, municipal social service departments are already stretched too thin to bring their resources to the towns’ libraries.

Doug Truitt, Berlin’s social services director, said many libraries across the country are moving toward having social service and mental health professionals.

“People with limited resources, homeless people, people with all sorts of life situations end up going to the library,” Truitt said. “They’re going to encounter quite a cross section of people, many with needs.”

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Letters to the Editor Thoughful discussion needed To the editor: Recently a grant for $750,000 was offered to Berlin by House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz. The purpose of the grant is to study and formulate a plan for a future community/senior center.

Berlin does need some type of facility that would contain a pool, gym and other multifunction rooms for use by all our residents. However, this grant does not come close to funding an estimated $20-25 million that we would need to build such a facility.

At a recent Town Council meeting I voted to delay the acceptance of the grant for a short period of time to get comments from the public before we move forward with this project.

The town has a list of capital projects waiting to be funded, such as the renovation of our police station.

It all comes down to funding.

And as I wrote recently, we have an unhealthy debt of $105 million. Therefore, I would like to begin a community conversation about the above potential project, so I am planning two public forums during the next few

weeks to give citizens an opportunity to share their thoughts with the council and town officials.

Joe upset the unions by supporting this bipartisan budget that froze wages and cut state employee benefits.

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Reilly ignores the facts and spews her political rhetoric, I’m with Joe but expects people to believe that a Southington college To the editor: student would do a better job In Anne Reilly’s letter attack- representing Berlin than Joe. ing Joe Aresimowicz, she disparages Joe’s work in our I’m not buying it. community and as our state Mark Holmes representative.

Berlin Joe took on Gov. Malloy to Dependable leader protect Berlin’s state fundTo the editor: ing, and left Malloy out of state budget talks to negotiate a bipartisan budget with Many politicians only come around during election seaRepublicans. son, but not Joe Aresimowicz.

He’s always in the community

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meeting with local businesses, holding senior health fairs and attending events.

He’s not afraid to roll up his sleeves and get to work, whether that means meeting constituents at local coffee shops, helping people utilize state resources or working with Republicans to solve tough local and statewide issues.

Joe’s a responsive, dependable leader. When he says he’ll do something, you can count on him to get it done and call or email you back.

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Fair From A1

Mavis said of her 3-year-old daughter, Lilah Mavis. “I think she’s going to try to steal one of the piglets if I don’t stop her.”

With a demolition derby, about a dozen bands and fireworks, the fair is the largest attraction in town, bringing thousands to East Berlin. Many of the churches and civic groups in Berlin have booths filled with volunteers providing food to their neighbors.

“I’ve lived in town for 43 years. This is a staple,” Jerry Sikorowicz said. “With the improvements they’ve done with it, it’s equal to the Durham Fair.”

The fair is put on by the Berlin Lions Club, which uses much of the revenue to support charitable groups throughout town, many of which already use the week-

end to sell their own delicacies.

“To support our charities, that’s why we do this; that’s why countless volunteers come out,” said John Zarotney, the fair president.

“That’s what makes this fair unique, that there’s so many civic organizations that we’re able to help.

“I think it brings the community together. If they’re not volunteering, they’re attending the fair,” he added.

“It’s the biggest event in Berlin.”

The food helps, too, with each group known for a specialty. East Berlin’s volunteer fire department has fried Oreos, Kensington Congregational Church has hot buttered lobster rolls and pies, the Berlin Kiwanis Club has butterfly potatoes, and the Lions supply the fried dough.

Kelly Webster of West Hartford holds an ice cream cone for daughter Zoe during the 70th Annual Berlin Fair.

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“You come here to enjoy the fair, support the church and have fun,” said Amy Audette, a member of St. Paul’s Church, which serves fried Twinkies as well as onion rings.

While it takes over a week of preparation to get everything ordered and set up and another week afterward to pack it all up, she said, it’s also a fun weekend with her congregation and friends.

“We’re here to make some money, but also have a good time,” Audette said.

Ivy Sikorowicz, 5, of Berlin, gets a goat’s attention at the The event was moved up to 70th Berlin Fair. More photos online at Myrecordjournal.com.

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Online ticket sales were also added, noticeably reducing the length of lines.

“It’s going along smooth so far,” Zarotney said.

“The Berlin Lions do a great Mary have been coming to job and they care about their the fair for over 20 years fair,” Mary Krogh said. with their goats, alpacas and ponies from Circle K Farm in “It’s the best eating fair in East Hampton. the state … this is probably one of the most family“We came for the little guy, friendly fairs in the state,” he loves the animals,” said Ted Krogh said. He and Daniel Donovan, who moved to Berlin recently with his wife and year-old son, Daniel. “He might go on his first ride later.”

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Obituary

Thursday, September 20, 2018

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SHELTER PETS

Edith Shirley Pulito KENSINGTONEdith Shirley (Munson) Pulito, 85, of Kensington, loving wife of Robert Pulito for sixty-five years, died early Tuesday at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late Oscar, and the late Myrtis (Day) Munson, she graduated from Berlin High School, was employed at Landers, Frary & Clark, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Laurie Pulito with whom she made her home, and Susan and Robert Alquesta of East Canaan, a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Melissa Pulito of Brownfield, Maine, a brother and sister-inlaw, Kenneth and Sandra Munson of Goshen, her grandchildren who were the joys of her life, Steven Alquesta and his wife Mollee, Andrew Alquesta, and Laura and Thomas Pulito, several nieces and nephews, and many more dear family members and friends.

Funeral services were held Friday (September 14, 2018) from Porter’s Funeral Home in Kensinton, with a Funeral Liturgy at St. Paul’s Church. Burial followed in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill.

Memorial donations may be made to the Berlin Public Health Nursing Service, 240 Kensington Road, Berlin, CT 06037, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Wii Bowling – Fridays at 12:45 p.m. Call Tina or Jane at 860-828-7006.

Reiki Healing Sessions – Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, 15-minute intervals. A fee is charged. Reiki is a gentle form of energy medicine which can improve overall health. Sign up at the front desk or call 860-828-7006.

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Volunteers work in their own communities. Hours are flexible.

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Monday, Sept. 24: Potato leek soup, Rib-B-Que, baked

Wednesday, Sept. 26: Homemade meatloaf with onion gravy, sweet potato, peas,

Tuesday, Sept. 25: Apple juice, herbed chicken legs, cheesy rice, Oriental blend vegetables, whole wheat bread, peach cobbler.

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Thursday, Sept. 27: Cranberry juice, open faced turkey sandwich with gravy, buttered noodles, carrots, apple pie.

Friday, Sept. 28: Codfish cakes, steak fries, tossed salad, broccoli, multigrain bread, tropical fruit cup.

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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.

Choir, bell ringers – The church invites anyone interested in joining the choir or bell ringers to call 860-8286586.

Bethany Covenant Contemporary Worship: Sundays, 8:30 a.m.; Traditional Worship: Sundays, 11 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.

Bible Study – Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

Animal Blessing, Sunday, Oct. 7, 4 p.m.

Kensington United Methodist Church 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.

Prince of Peace The Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway, Sunday service at 10:15 a.m. Call 860828-5079 or visit princeofpeacelutheran06037.com.

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Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin, Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.

United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules Sunday services for 10 a.m.

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Berlin resident joins Klingberg Family Centers Klingberg Family Centers announced the addition of Natale “Nate” Teodoro, of Berlin, as outpatient psychotherapy clinic coordinator.

Teodoro completed a master’s degree from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, in Palo Alto, Calif., became a steward of indepth communication from the International Institute of Humanistic Studies, and is a licensed marriage and family therapist.

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Same-day registration also is offered, at 9 a.m., behind the music shell at Walnut Hill Park.

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Thursday Second annual Beefsteak and Brew Dinner: Sept. 20, 6 p.m. $35. Hawk’s Landing Country Club, 201 Pattonwood Drive, Southington.

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Open house: Sept. 20, 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Berlin Republican Town Committee headquarters, 900 Farmington Ave., No 2, Berlin. 860-5383103.

Friday Blood drive: Sept. 21, 1:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, Berlin. 1-800733-2767. www.redcrossblood.org.

Food Share Truck - Sacred Heart: Sept. 21, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.

Fun Chocolate Recipes Culinary Class for Kids: Sept. 21, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Stew Leonard’s of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Sept. 21, 10:30 a.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Movie Matinee: Book Club.

Sept. 21, 1 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.

Sloper Cross Country Relays: Sept. 21, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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Southington Farmers Market: Sept. 21, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington.

Theater: Sept. 21, 8 p.m. $34.

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Sixth annual Micro Brew Fest: Sept. 22, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Berlin Fairgrounds, 410 Beckley Road, East Berlin.

Pig roast, live band: Sept.

22, 1 p.m. $20. Additional $5 for beer Olympics. SVEA Social Club, 999 Kensington Road, Berlin. 860-828-9447.

Berlin Farmers Market: Sept. 22, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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Chillin’ & Grillin’ fundraiser: Sept. 22, $25. Children 5-12, $15, under 4 are free. Reilly home, 153 Stillmeadow Lane, Berlin. 860-538-3103.

Tag Sale for Animals: Sept.

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Fall Festival at Stew Leonard’s in Newington: Sept. 22, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Flea Market & Tag Sale: Sept. 22, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Berlin Congregational Church, 878 Worthington Ridge, Berlin. 860-828-6586.

Fun Chocolate Recipes Culinary Class for Toddlers: Sept. 22, 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.

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Goatee Academy: Sept. 22, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Bradley Mountain Farms, 537 Shuttle Meadow Road, Southington.

Klingberg Motorcar Series: Sept. 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $10.

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Xclusively Fashion: Sept. 22, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 1224 Mill St., Building B, Berlin.

Monday Board of Education: Sept.

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Karaoke: Sept. 24, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free. Pineloft Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. 860828-9797.

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The Berlin Bears D team is off to a 2-0 start this season.

The Berlin Bears D team won a hardfought game against East Hartford Sunday.

Despite the oppressive heat, the locals never gave up and earned a 7-6 victory over East Hartford in Simsbury.

With the win, Berlin improved to 2-0.

The Bears’ defense held its ground against

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Berlin’s offense moved the ball well, allowing Preston Mota to score a touchdown. Chase Hrubiec ran in the extra point.

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Redcoats march past Eagles, improve to 2-0

By Ajlal N. Khan Special to The Citizen

downs and a sack.

Seniors Alex Halkias and Andrew Brochu and junior Larry St. Pierre also scored. St. Pierre and Halkias recorded two touchdowns apiece.

Last Thursday, the Berlin Redcoats returned to Sage Park for the first time this season and awaiting them were the East Catholic Eagles.

“You gotta spread the love, you do,” Hrubiec said.

“When you have six, seven guys who can score at any time, which we do, you gotta spread the love.”

Hot off of a 42-0 win against the Bulkeley Bulldogs in Week 1, the Redcoats carried their momentum throughout the game, winning 50-0 against the Eagles.

Dunn echoed that, saying, “It’s great when you can ride your workhorses like Alex or Larry, but when you get the younger guys in, and everyone gets to contribute, that’s the best type of team win.”

After a slightly bumpy start, the Redcoat offense got its rhythm and went on to score on seven straight possessions.

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East Catholic quarterback Harrison Eklund was sacked three times and had two of his three pass attempts deflected.

East Catholic fell to 1-1 on the year.

“They prove each and every week that it’s hard for another team, another coach to prepare for us,” Berlin coach Joe Aresimowicz said. “Now, with the best coaching staff in the state that I have, we’re gonna focus in on the little things.”

The Redcoats will face Northwest Catholic (0-2) in their next game.

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LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF BERLIN PERSONAL PROPERTY DECLARATION FORMS

TOWN OF BERLIN Public Hearing Notice Belcher Brook Re-lining Project Assessments

Connecticut General Statute, Section 12-41, requires each taxpayer with assessable personal property to file a declaration of such property with the Assessor each year the taxpayer owns such property.

The deadline for filing is on or before November 1st, 2018.

Anyone failing to properly complete and submit his or her declaration will be subject to a 25% penalty.

Personal Property includes, but is not necessarily limited to: MACHINERY, COMMERCIAL FURNITURE AND FIXTURES, MECHANIC’S TOOLS, UTILITY EQUIPMENT, ELECTRONIC DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT, ALSO ANY UNREGISTERED MOTOR VEHICLES, ALL LEASED OR LOANED FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, ETC. The Connecticut General Statues 12-81 (72) allows a five-year, 100% property tax exemption for eligible machinery and equipment acquired and installed in a manufacturing or biotechnology facility. For the October 1, 2018 Grand List, eligible property must be acquired and installed in a facility on or after October 2, 2014.

The Connecticut General Statues 12-81 (74) allows a five-year, 100% property tax exemption for eligible new commercial motor vehicles. Effective on the October 2000 list, the exemption is available to two “classes” of vehicle distinguished by their gross vehicle weight (GVW) rating, acquisition dates, and use. The original exemption, described in clause (i), is available to vehicles that were first registered in Connecticut (but not registered before, anywhere), on or after August 1, 2009 used exclusively to transport freight for hire and have a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 26,000 pounds. The original vehicle exemption imposed qualification criteria contained in the US DOT Code based on vehicle’s use or the material transported by the vehicle. The second classification, as described in clause (ii), is for new vehicles, first registered in Connecticut on or after August 1, 2009, with a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 55,000 pounds and which do not qualify for exemption under the criteria for the clause (i) exemption 88322 (with US DOT Code limitations).

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Apartments For Rent CHESHIRE - Sr Comm 62+, 1 BR, ground level unit, fully appl., AC, WWcarpet, $1035. mo.

Lease & sec. Frank, 203-387-5220 MERIDEN - 4 BR, 2 BA apt., $1,275 + sec. & utils. 230 West Main St., 2nd flr., avail.

Imme. (203) 938-3789.

MERIDEN - House/Apt for rent, 115 Atkins St., For more information contact 917-922-0740

Becket Ma. 13 acres only $59,900 Beautiful wooded property, with spring fed brook, old stonewalls through Specializing in roofing, out, located on quiet siding, kitchens, bathcountry road, financing rooms, flooring, baseConcrete & Cement available payments as ment remodeling. low as $298 802-447Senior citizen discount 0779.

NILES CONSTRUCTION Insured. Free est.

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Fencing 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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C/air & all appliances.

Util. not incl. refs & sec req. 860-621-2693

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T.E.C. Electrical Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service Small Jobs Welcome 203-237-2122

Trucks & Vans

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Landscaping A & A Lawncare CLEANUPS Hedge, shrub, tree, debris removal or trim Jim 203-237-6638

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Fall Yard Cleanups, Tree Removal & much more!

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ED’S JUNK REMOVAL WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est.

Attics, bsemts, garages, appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526

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Local Classified Listings.

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WE REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL Yard Clean-ups*

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FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218 Roofing, siding, JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC–Trees & Shurb pruning, weeding, mulching. All your landscape needs.

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Siding

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Thursday, September 20, 2018

LOCAL SCOUTS COMPLETE RIVER JOURNEY

School Briefs Summer graduates Wentworth Institute of Technology, Massachusetts – Seth Giuliano, Allison Sirois of Berlin.

Berlin High School conferences Wednesday, Oct. 3 and 10 – Parent-teacher conferences. Parents meet individually with teachers. Conferences are scheduled using Canyon Creek scheduling, available on the Berlin High School home page, closer to conference dates.

2018 Boosters Scholarship recipients This summer, Boy Scout Troop 24 of Berlin took part in a 64-mile whitewater canoe/kayak trip down the Upper James River in Virginia. The crew consisted of Michael Barnat, Mitch Barnat, David Helm, Evan Roccapriore, David Roccapriore, Dion Roccapriore, Ben Schulz, David Schulz and AJ Argazzi and Paul Argazzi from Troop 256 of Kensington.

Jim Day Scholarship: Sara Bengiovanni, Billy Hag-

meier (CIAC Scholar-Athletes.)

Robert Peckrul Scholarship: Ashley Bryant.

Lucien Giramonti Scholarship: Madison Marolda.

Vic Lavender Scholarship: Julia Sisti.

George Hall Scholarship: Nicole Xiarhos.

Jim Desrochers Scholarship: John Mayette.

Vic Baccaro Scholarship: Joseph Pettinelli.

Marie Siegal Scholarship: Andrew Pulcini.

Bob Zipadelli Scholarship: Mark Sweitzer III.

Welcome to On The Menu.

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.

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.

AJ’s Oasis Café

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

Athena II Diner

Colony Diner

Duchess of Wallingford

Fire at the Ridge Restaurant & Lounge

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.

124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford!

Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order.

Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

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.

99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com

Open Wed-Sunday: Noon - 10 pm. Happy Hour & Bar Bites everyday 3-6 pm. Live Music Saturday nights 7-10 pm. Sunday Brunch 11-2 pm

71253-01

Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.