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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
Having such a young child to take care of while losing everything but “the clothes on our back” has made the ordeal more challenging, Orcutt said. Breanne Parasiliti, a close friend, has set up a Go-
FundMe page for the family, “Rebuild Farren’s Fortress,” so named for the baby girl, Farren. “They are relying on insurance to get them through but they have friends like us who say that’s not enough,”
Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
Locals raise over $30K to fight rare syndrome By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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mer site of The Learning Experience with a ribbon cutting in May. The LearnHigh Road is once again ing Experience closed in the home of a daycare for February. children. Educational Playcare has re-opened the forSee Playcare / Page 7
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
1 in 15,000 live births” linked to a specific gene. Those with the syndrome are “developmentally delayed, have difficulty with balance and walking, sometimes laugh inappropriately and experience seizures,” but are “noted to have a happy demeanor and loving disposition, but many have limited or no speech and will require care for their entire lives.” “In Angelman Syndrome, it is the mother’s 15th chromosome where the mutation is. Researchers have been able to activate the father’s copy. They are still in the research phase, but that is very exciting,” said ASF Walk publicity chair Barbara Dell. “Now that they can activate the gene, they have to study what the implications are.” The ASF recently awarded a two-year $200,000 grant to UConn doctor Stormy Chamberlain to further her research using stem cells to model and study Angelman Syndrome and similar conditions. Donate to Team Stefan at www.angelman.org.
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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BARIUM COLIFORM BACTERIA CHLORINE RESIDUAL CHLORIDE COLOR NITRATE pH SODIUM SULFATE TURBIDITY TRICHLOROETHENE HALOACETIC ACIDS
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TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
2 mg/L
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0 per 100 mL
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0.06 to 0.43 mg/L
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
0 to 5
10 mg/L
10 mg/L
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0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
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6.4 to 10
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28 mg/L*
6.6 mg/L
6.6 mg/L
8.69
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
17.9 mg/L
5 NTU
0 NTU
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0.005 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
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0.0011 mg/L
0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0117 mg/L
0.0041 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
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0.0485 mg/L
0.15 NTU
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* = Notification Level ** = Action Level Abbreviations Used in This Chart: < = Less Than mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MONITORING PERIOD: SAMPLE SOURCE: COLLECTION DATE: Report # 50403 50404 50405 50406 50407 50408 50409 50410 50411 50412 50413 50414 50415 50416 50417 50418 50419 50420 50421 50423
TABLE I I - LEAD & COPPER TEST RESULTS
2ND QUARTER = 2012 (= latest required multiple sites sampling period) DRINKING WATER: 20 TAP SOURCES JUNE 04, 05, & 06, 2012
Street Address 204 Tollgate Road 6 Ridgewood Lane 190 Beckley Road 23 Cobblestone Road 11 Summerset Drive 222 Stony Mill Lane 54 Redwood Lane 9 Hummingbird Drive 124 Jeffrey Lane 121 Savage Hill Road 115 Carriage Drive 148 Watch Hill Road 310 Four Rod Road 117 Sommerset Drive 114 Jeffrey Lane 110 Old Wood Rd 577 Norton Road 25 Grapevine Lane 5 Canoe Birch Court 35 Hammon Court
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LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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Educational Playcare cut the ribbon recently.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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“Crocodile Dock” includes games, 50’s Drive-In - The Berlin snacks, crafts, songs and See Musicians / Page 16 Congregational Answer: Church has stories. scheduled its 50’s Drive-In Registration is requested, “Take up your cross,” the for Saturday, June 20, 4:30 walk-ins are welcome. For savior said, “if you would p.m., in the church parking more information, call (860) lot. Members ofmy the Chris-be; 828-6586. disciple deny yourtian education department, Tot time self, the world forsake, and - Thursdays, 10 Berlin was recently inducted outfitted in 50’s dress, will to 11:30 a.m. Free program humbly me.”play, crafts, snacks. into Phi Beta Kappa at Hofs- serve food directly to thefollow car. after includes --- HymnFor Drop-in. tra University. The public is welcome. Paige Owens of Kensing- more information, call (860) For more information, call ton was recently inducted 828-6586. (860) 828-6586. into The Honor Society of Vacation Bible School Phi Kappa Phi, the collegiate - Berlin Congregational Bethany Covenant honor society for academic Church has scheduled free Bethany Covenant Church disciplines, at the University Vacation Bible School for Summer Camp registration of Bridgeport. Monday, June 22 through is open through June 25. VaFriday, June 26, 2 to 5 p.m., cation Bible Camp for PreK for children in kindergarten through fifth grade is schedSee School / Page 16 through grade 5. uled for June 29 through July 2, 9 a.m. to noon, and camp for grades 1 through 8 is scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Registration forms can be found at www.bethanycovewww.portersfuneral.com • (860) 223-0981 nant.org. For more information, call (860) 828-3637 or email colleen@bethanycovenant.org. Bethany Covenant Church Christopher Porter Licensed Funeral Director Worship - 8:30 and 11 a.m. Ron Lindgren and Peg Porter “Life Together” classes for Funeral Assistants all ages at 9:45 a.m.
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The following was submitted by BHS band student Alec Rich. The Berlin High School band is a creative outlet and opportunity unlike any other in the school or town. To be able to sit down with your peers and make music is something special. We are all united under the passion of the art, and the band is what brings us together. The BHS band has had many great opportunities recently to perform the music we have spent a great deal of time diligently practicing and perfecting. These include but are not limited to a competition in Virginia Beach where the concert band earned first place for a stellar performance, and also our spring concert where the entire music department put on a series of short programs to display their talent
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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All dogs must be leashed, all cats must be in carriers. Cash only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055.
Living with coyotes
“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Health Briefs StrongWomenHealthy Hearts program The Hospital of Central Connecticut Department of Cardiology’s StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts program is scheduled for June 9 to Sept. 3 at the Bradley Memorial campus, 81 Meriden Ave., Southington. The program is designed to help women make positive changes to eat healthier, move more, and improve general health and well-being. Program sessions to be held 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in conference room A, will focus on nutrition and exercise and be led by an exercise specialist and a registered nurse. A fee is charged. StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts is a research-based exercise and nutrition program
designed by researchers at Tufts University with the goal of helping women improve their heart health. To register, call 1-800-321-6244.
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The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program is currently in need, statewide, for drivers. The program offers transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer and need a ride. Volunteers offer encouragement and support to the patients. Call 1-800-227-2345.
Hospital volunteer opportunities To volunteer for the Hospital of Central Connecticut, call Volunteer Services at (860) 224-5231 or complete an online application at Hospcentralct.vsyshost.com.
Xander, right, is an affectionate, fun-loving middle aged cat who’s a kitten at heart. Xander enjoys pulling the occasional prank when you walk around the corner, and loves to be on your shoulder. Spot is a loving and affectionate senior. Spot is a bit sad as he finds himself homeless after his owner died. Spot is in need of dental work and donations will benefit his medical bill. Donations are accepted at the FOBAC
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Sports Redcoats take part in postseason
CASS A CHAMPION AGAIN
Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
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Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
Powerhouse, Cubs keep winning
Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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The Lady Redcoats looked to make plenty of noise at the Class MM state championship meet on Monday, June 1. Senior Taylor Lupini, junior Jody DiCicco and junior Taylor Budney are among the many girls who will look to the lead the Lady Redcoats to Baseball a top 10 finish, and quite posOne year removed from the sibly higher. Budney, sophomore Sarah top seed in the tournament, the Redcoats (11-9) will en- Daddario and freshman Niter the Class L playoffs as the cole Xiarhos are all seeded in 18th-seed. Berlin was slated the top 10 for the 200 meter to battle 15th-seeded Bethel dash. DiCicco and junior Mi(13-7) on the road Monday, June 1. If successful, the lo- chele Grieco are also ranked cals were to face the winner in the top 10 for the 800, as
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The fun began with a leadoff single by Noah Reed and a two-run double by Fanelli, and was followed up with a two-run double by Wood, an RBI single by AJ DelGiorno, an RBI single by Jeff Kuzoian and three unearned runs off errors. Lewis recorded the win for Berlin. He allowed three runs over 4 2/3 innings. The hurler struck out five, walked two and gave up seven hits.
Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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Berlin High School closed for the day Monday. A torrential rainstorm caused some flooding in the building, with large puddles in classrooms and hallways. The roof in the old sections of the building were “having some difficulty keeping the water out” Superintendent of Schools David Erwin explained. Erwin said it was determined it wouldn’t be in the best interest of students to remain, so buses were called back to send them home, except the senior class, which continued on to its class trip to Holiday Hill. The affected parts of the high school were all in use, otherwise the administrators would not have sent students home, Erwin said. “Ceiling tiles can come down when they are wet with rain,” he said, “and we don’t want any student or staff member to be injured.” The broken ceiling tiles were replaced Monday. The school reopened Tuesday after staff made sure that conditions would be safe. “The damages were in the old part of the high school,” affecting parts of the building “that are to be replaced anyway,” Erwin said.
The following people have been charged. April 14: Jamel J. Fuller, 24, 51 Saratoga Way, Meriden, two counts three-degree larceny, 10:30 a.m. Andrew K. Robinson, 19, 68 Standish St., Hartford, failure to pay or plead, 12:35 p.m. April 15: Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, engaging police, reckless driving, operating under suspension, 11:45 a.m. Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, first-degree failure to appear, three counts second-degree failure to appear, 1:30 a.m. David Colburn, 29, 80 Lawndale Drive, criminal impersonation, harassment, 3:05 p.m. April 17: Justin J. Moselsky, 33, 6421 Town Brooke, Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, illegal possession, 3:56 a.m. April 19: Christos Constanti, 31, 978 Marion Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Michael Constanti, 29, 290 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Janet Paceila, 70, 219 Lower Lane, third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, 8:41 a.m. April 20: Stephen J. Plefka, 53, 390 Hillside Ave., Hartford, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal trespass, failure to have insurance,1:34 a.m. Ryan W. Carlson, 24, 445 New Britain Road, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, 10 a.m.
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
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ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
Having such a young child to take care of while losing everything but “the clothes on our back” has made the ordeal more challenging, Orcutt said. Breanne Parasiliti, a close friend, has set up a Go-
FundMe page for the family, “Rebuild Farren’s Fortress,” so named for the baby girl, Farren. “They are relying on insurance to get them through but they have friends like us who say that’s not enough,”
Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
Locals raise over $30K to fight rare syndrome By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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mer site of The Learning Experience with a ribbon cutting in May. The LearnHigh Road is once again ing Experience closed in the home of a daycare for February. children. Educational Playcare has re-opened the forSee Playcare / Page 7
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
1 in 15,000 live births” linked to a specific gene. Those with the syndrome are “developmentally delayed, have difficulty with balance and walking, sometimes laugh inappropriately and experience seizures,” but are “noted to have a happy demeanor and loving disposition, but many have limited or no speech and will require care for their entire lives.” “In Angelman Syndrome, it is the mother’s 15th chromosome where the mutation is. Researchers have been able to activate the father’s copy. They are still in the research phase, but that is very exciting,” said ASF Walk publicity chair Barbara Dell. “Now that they can activate the gene, they have to study what the implications are.” The ASF recently awarded a two-year $200,000 grant to UConn doctor Stormy Chamberlain to further her research using stem cells to model and study Angelman Syndrome and similar conditions. Donate to Team Stefan at www.angelman.org.
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
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250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
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10 mg/L
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0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
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6.6 mg/L
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
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0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
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0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
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Lead: Copper
LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
Rank 18 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 8 7 20 6 5 4 3 17 2 19 1
(Action Level-0.015) (Action Level 1.3)
COMMENTS: DURING THE ABOVE NOTED CALENDAR YEAR 2012 (LATEST REQUIRED MULTIPLE SITES TESTING PERIOD), THE 90TH PERCENTILE LEAD AND COPPER RESULTS WERE WELL BELOW THE ACTION LEVELS.
Abbreviations Used in This Chart:< = Less Than
Regulated Component
ND = None Detected
mg/L = milligrams per liter
pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter
UG/L = micrograms per Liter
TABLE I I I - UNREGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Contaminant Test Results Level (MCL) Range Average
CHROMIUM STRONTIUM
0.1 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
**4.4 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
* = Notification Level ** = There is no current national MCL for Strontium. The listed limit is the proposed public health limit. Abbreviations Used in This Chart:
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µg/L = micrograms per liter
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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Educational Playcare cut the ribbon recently.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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“Crocodile Dock” includes games, 50’s Drive-In - The Berlin snacks, crafts, songs and See Musicians / Page 16 Congregational Answer: Church has stories. scheduled its 50’s Drive-In Registration is requested, “Take up your cross,” the for Saturday, June 20, 4:30 walk-ins are welcome. For savior said, “if you would p.m., in the church parking more information, call (860) lot. Members ofmy the Chris-be; 828-6586. disciple deny yourtian education department, Tot time self, the world forsake, and - Thursdays, 10 Berlin was recently inducted outfitted in 50’s dress, will to 11:30 a.m. Free program humbly me.”play, crafts, snacks. into Phi Beta Kappa at Hofs- serve food directly to thefollow car. after includes --- HymnFor Drop-in. tra University. The public is welcome. Paige Owens of Kensing- more information, call (860) For more information, call ton was recently inducted 828-6586. (860) 828-6586. into The Honor Society of Vacation Bible School Phi Kappa Phi, the collegiate - Berlin Congregational Bethany Covenant honor society for academic Church has scheduled free Bethany Covenant Church disciplines, at the University Vacation Bible School for Summer Camp registration of Bridgeport. Monday, June 22 through is open through June 25. VaFriday, June 26, 2 to 5 p.m., cation Bible Camp for PreK for children in kindergarten through fifth grade is schedSee School / Page 16 through grade 5. uled for June 29 through July 2, 9 a.m. to noon, and camp for grades 1 through 8 is scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Registration forms can be found at www.bethanycovewww.portersfuneral.com • (860) 223-0981 nant.org. For more information, call (860) 828-3637 or email colleen@bethanycovenant.org. Bethany Covenant Church Christopher Porter Licensed Funeral Director Worship - 8:30 and 11 a.m. Ron Lindgren and Peg Porter “Life Together” classes for Funeral Assistants all ages at 9:45 a.m.
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The following was submitted by BHS band student Alec Rich. The Berlin High School band is a creative outlet and opportunity unlike any other in the school or town. To be able to sit down with your peers and make music is something special. We are all united under the passion of the art, and the band is what brings us together. The BHS band has had many great opportunities recently to perform the music we have spent a great deal of time diligently practicing and perfecting. These include but are not limited to a competition in Virginia Beach where the concert band earned first place for a stellar performance, and also our spring concert where the entire music department put on a series of short programs to display their talent
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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All dogs must be leashed, all cats must be in carriers. Cash only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055.
Living with coyotes
“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Health Briefs StrongWomenHealthy Hearts program The Hospital of Central Connecticut Department of Cardiology’s StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts program is scheduled for June 9 to Sept. 3 at the Bradley Memorial campus, 81 Meriden Ave., Southington. The program is designed to help women make positive changes to eat healthier, move more, and improve general health and well-being. Program sessions to be held 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in conference room A, will focus on nutrition and exercise and be led by an exercise specialist and a registered nurse. A fee is charged. StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts is a research-based exercise and nutrition program
designed by researchers at Tufts University with the goal of helping women improve their heart health. To register, call 1-800-321-6244.
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The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program is currently in need, statewide, for drivers. The program offers transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer and need a ride. Volunteers offer encouragement and support to the patients. Call 1-800-227-2345.
Hospital volunteer opportunities To volunteer for the Hospital of Central Connecticut, call Volunteer Services at (860) 224-5231 or complete an online application at Hospcentralct.vsyshost.com.
Xander, right, is an affectionate, fun-loving middle aged cat who’s a kitten at heart. Xander enjoys pulling the occasional prank when you walk around the corner, and loves to be on your shoulder. Spot is a loving and affectionate senior. Spot is a bit sad as he finds himself homeless after his owner died. Spot is in need of dental work and donations will benefit his medical bill. Donations are accepted at the FOBAC
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Sports Redcoats take part in postseason
CASS A CHAMPION AGAIN
Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
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Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
Powerhouse, Cubs keep winning
Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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The Lady Redcoats looked to make plenty of noise at the Class MM state championship meet on Monday, June 1. Senior Taylor Lupini, junior Jody DiCicco and junior Taylor Budney are among the many girls who will look to the lead the Lady Redcoats to Baseball a top 10 finish, and quite posOne year removed from the sibly higher. Budney, sophomore Sarah top seed in the tournament, the Redcoats (11-9) will en- Daddario and freshman Niter the Class L playoffs as the cole Xiarhos are all seeded in 18th-seed. Berlin was slated the top 10 for the 200 meter to battle 15th-seeded Bethel dash. DiCicco and junior Mi(13-7) on the road Monday, June 1. If successful, the lo- chele Grieco are also ranked cals were to face the winner in the top 10 for the 800, as
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Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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Berlin High School closed for the day Monday. A torrential rainstorm caused some flooding in the building, with large puddles in classrooms and hallways. The roof in the old sections of the building were “having some difficulty keeping the water out” Superintendent of Schools David Erwin explained. Erwin said it was determined it wouldn’t be in the best interest of students to remain, so buses were called back to send them home, except the senior class, which continued on to its class trip to Holiday Hill. The affected parts of the high school were all in use, otherwise the administrators would not have sent students home, Erwin said. “Ceiling tiles can come down when they are wet with rain,” he said, “and we don’t want any student or staff member to be injured.” The broken ceiling tiles were replaced Monday. The school reopened Tuesday after staff made sure that conditions would be safe. “The damages were in the old part of the high school,” affecting parts of the building “that are to be replaced anyway,” Erwin said.
The following people have been charged. April 14: Jamel J. Fuller, 24, 51 Saratoga Way, Meriden, two counts three-degree larceny, 10:30 a.m. Andrew K. Robinson, 19, 68 Standish St., Hartford, failure to pay or plead, 12:35 p.m. April 15: Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, engaging police, reckless driving, operating under suspension, 11:45 a.m. Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, first-degree failure to appear, three counts second-degree failure to appear, 1:30 a.m. David Colburn, 29, 80 Lawndale Drive, criminal impersonation, harassment, 3:05 p.m. April 17: Justin J. Moselsky, 33, 6421 Town Brooke, Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, illegal possession, 3:56 a.m. April 19: Christos Constanti, 31, 978 Marion Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Michael Constanti, 29, 290 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Janet Paceila, 70, 219 Lower Lane, third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, 8:41 a.m. April 20: Stephen J. Plefka, 53, 390 Hillside Ave., Hartford, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal trespass, failure to have insurance,1:34 a.m. Ryan W. Carlson, 24, 445 New Britain Road, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, 10 a.m.
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
NBA Chicago Bulls introduce Hoiberg as new coach
ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
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Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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Regulated Component
BARIUM COLIFORM BACTERIA CHLORINE RESIDUAL CHLORIDE COLOR NITRATE pH SODIUM SULFATE TURBIDITY TRICHLOROETHENE HALOACETIC ACIDS
= HAA5s (Disinfection By-Products)
TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
2 mg/L
0.248 mg/L
0 per 100 mL
Absent to Absent
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0.06 to 0.43 mg/L
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
0 to 5
10 mg/L
10 mg/L
0.69 mg/L
0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
6.4 to 10
6.4 to 10
7.69 to 9.53
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28 mg/L*
6.6 mg/L
6.6 mg/L
8.69
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
17.9 mg/L
5 NTU
0 NTU
0.04 to 1.40 NTU
0.005 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0018 mg/L
0.0011 mg/L
0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0117 mg/L
0.0041 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
0.0076 to 0.0416 mg/L
0.0485 mg/L
0.15 NTU
TOTAL TRIHALOMETHANES
(TTHMs)
* = Notification Level ** = Action Level Abbreviations Used in This Chart: < = Less Than mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MONITORING PERIOD: SAMPLE SOURCE: COLLECTION DATE: Report # 50403 50404 50405 50406 50407 50408 50409 50410 50411 50412 50413 50414 50415 50416 50417 50418 50419 50420 50421 50423
TABLE I I - LEAD & COPPER TEST RESULTS
2ND QUARTER = 2012 (= latest required multiple sites sampling period) DRINKING WATER: 20 TAP SOURCES JUNE 04, 05, & 06, 2012
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Summary:
Lead: Copper
LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
Rank 18 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 8 7 20 6 5 4 3 17 2 19 1
(Action Level-0.015) (Action Level 1.3)
COMMENTS: DURING THE ABOVE NOTED CALENDAR YEAR 2012 (LATEST REQUIRED MULTIPLE SITES TESTING PERIOD), THE 90TH PERCENTILE LEAD AND COPPER RESULTS WERE WELL BELOW THE ACTION LEVELS.
Abbreviations Used in This Chart:< = Less Than
Regulated Component
ND = None Detected
mg/L = milligrams per liter
pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter
UG/L = micrograms per Liter
TABLE I I I - UNREGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Contaminant Test Results Level (MCL) Range Average
CHROMIUM STRONTIUM
0.1 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
**4.4 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
* = Notification Level ** = There is no current national MCL for Strontium. The listed limit is the proposed public health limit. Abbreviations Used in This Chart:
< = Less Than
mg/L = milligrams per liter
µg/L = micrograms per liter
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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Educational Playcare cut the ribbon recently.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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WERE YOU SPOTTED AT THE UPBEAT PICNIC?
Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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All dogs must be leashed, all cats must be in carriers. Cash only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055.
Living with coyotes
“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Health Briefs StrongWomenHealthy Hearts program The Hospital of Central Connecticut Department of Cardiology’s StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts program is scheduled for June 9 to Sept. 3 at the Bradley Memorial campus, 81 Meriden Ave., Southington. The program is designed to help women make positive changes to eat healthier, move more, and improve general health and well-being. Program sessions to be held 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in conference room A, will focus on nutrition and exercise and be led by an exercise specialist and a registered nurse. A fee is charged. StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts is a research-based exercise and nutrition program
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The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program is currently in need, statewide, for drivers. The program offers transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer and need a ride. Volunteers offer encouragement and support to the patients. Call 1-800-227-2345.
Hospital volunteer opportunities To volunteer for the Hospital of Central Connecticut, call Volunteer Services at (860) 224-5231 or complete an online application at Hospcentralct.vsyshost.com.
Xander, right, is an affectionate, fun-loving middle aged cat who’s a kitten at heart. Xander enjoys pulling the occasional prank when you walk around the corner, and loves to be on your shoulder. Spot is a loving and affectionate senior. Spot is a bit sad as he finds himself homeless after his owner died. Spot is in need of dental work and donations will benefit his medical bill. Donations are accepted at the FOBAC
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Sports Redcoats take part in postseason
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Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
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Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
NBA Chicago Bulls introduce Hoiberg as new coach
ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
Having such a young child to take care of while losing everything but “the clothes on our back” has made the ordeal more challenging, Orcutt said. Breanne Parasiliti, a close friend, has set up a Go-
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Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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Regulated Component
BARIUM COLIFORM BACTERIA CHLORINE RESIDUAL CHLORIDE COLOR NITRATE pH SODIUM SULFATE TURBIDITY TRICHLOROETHENE HALOACETIC ACIDS
= HAA5s (Disinfection By-Products)
TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
2 mg/L
0.248 mg/L
0 per 100 mL
Absent to Absent
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0.06 to 0.43 mg/L
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
0 to 5
10 mg/L
10 mg/L
0.69 mg/L
0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
6.4 to 10
6.4 to 10
7.69 to 9.53
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28 mg/L*
6.6 mg/L
6.6 mg/L
8.69
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
17.9 mg/L
5 NTU
0 NTU
0.04 to 1.40 NTU
0.005 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0018 mg/L
0.0011 mg/L
0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0117 mg/L
0.0041 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
0.0076 to 0.0416 mg/L
0.0485 mg/L
0.15 NTU
TOTAL TRIHALOMETHANES
(TTHMs)
* = Notification Level ** = Action Level Abbreviations Used in This Chart: < = Less Than mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MONITORING PERIOD: SAMPLE SOURCE: COLLECTION DATE: Report # 50403 50404 50405 50406 50407 50408 50409 50410 50411 50412 50413 50414 50415 50416 50417 50418 50419 50420 50421 50423
TABLE I I - LEAD & COPPER TEST RESULTS
2ND QUARTER = 2012 (= latest required multiple sites sampling period) DRINKING WATER: 20 TAP SOURCES JUNE 04, 05, & 06, 2012
Street Address 204 Tollgate Road 6 Ridgewood Lane 190 Beckley Road 23 Cobblestone Road 11 Summerset Drive 222 Stony Mill Lane 54 Redwood Lane 9 Hummingbird Drive 124 Jeffrey Lane 121 Savage Hill Road 115 Carriage Drive 148 Watch Hill Road 310 Four Rod Road 117 Sommerset Drive 114 Jeffrey Lane 110 Old Wood Rd 577 Norton Road 25 Grapevine Lane 5 Canoe Birch Court 35 Hammon Court
Summary:
Lead: Copper
LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
Rank 18 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 8 7 20 6 5 4 3 17 2 19 1
(Action Level-0.015) (Action Level 1.3)
COMMENTS: DURING THE ABOVE NOTED CALENDAR YEAR 2012 (LATEST REQUIRED MULTIPLE SITES TESTING PERIOD), THE 90TH PERCENTILE LEAD AND COPPER RESULTS WERE WELL BELOW THE ACTION LEVELS.
Abbreviations Used in This Chart:< = Less Than
Regulated Component
ND = None Detected
mg/L = milligrams per liter
pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter
UG/L = micrograms per Liter
TABLE I I I - UNREGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Contaminant Test Results Level (MCL) Range Average
CHROMIUM STRONTIUM
0.1 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
**4.4 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
* = Notification Level ** = There is no current national MCL for Strontium. The listed limit is the proposed public health limit. Abbreviations Used in This Chart:
< = Less Than
mg/L = milligrams per liter
µg/L = micrograms per liter
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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Educational Playcare cut the ribbon recently.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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The following was submitted by BHS band student Alec Rich. The Berlin High School band is a creative outlet and opportunity unlike any other in the school or town. To be able to sit down with your peers and make music is something special. We are all united under the passion of the art, and the band is what brings us together. The BHS band has had many great opportunities recently to perform the music we have spent a great deal of time diligently practicing and perfecting. These include but are not limited to a competition in Virginia Beach where the concert band earned first place for a stellar performance, and also our spring concert where the entire music department put on a series of short programs to display their talent
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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WERE YOU SPOTTED AT THE UPBEAT PICNIC?
Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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Living with coyotes
“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Health Briefs StrongWomenHealthy Hearts program The Hospital of Central Connecticut Department of Cardiology’s StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts program is scheduled for June 9 to Sept. 3 at the Bradley Memorial campus, 81 Meriden Ave., Southington. The program is designed to help women make positive changes to eat healthier, move more, and improve general health and well-being. Program sessions to be held 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in conference room A, will focus on nutrition and exercise and be led by an exercise specialist and a registered nurse. A fee is charged. StrongWomen-Healthy Hearts is a research-based exercise and nutrition program
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Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
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Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
Powerhouse, Cubs keep winning
Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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Berlin High School closed for the day Monday. A torrential rainstorm caused some flooding in the building, with large puddles in classrooms and hallways. The roof in the old sections of the building were “having some difficulty keeping the water out” Superintendent of Schools David Erwin explained. Erwin said it was determined it wouldn’t be in the best interest of students to remain, so buses were called back to send them home, except the senior class, which continued on to its class trip to Holiday Hill. The affected parts of the high school were all in use, otherwise the administrators would not have sent students home, Erwin said. “Ceiling tiles can come down when they are wet with rain,” he said, “and we don’t want any student or staff member to be injured.” The broken ceiling tiles were replaced Monday. The school reopened Tuesday after staff made sure that conditions would be safe. “The damages were in the old part of the high school,” affecting parts of the building “that are to be replaced anyway,” Erwin said.
The following people have been charged. April 14: Jamel J. Fuller, 24, 51 Saratoga Way, Meriden, two counts three-degree larceny, 10:30 a.m. Andrew K. Robinson, 19, 68 Standish St., Hartford, failure to pay or plead, 12:35 p.m. April 15: Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, engaging police, reckless driving, operating under suspension, 11:45 a.m. Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, first-degree failure to appear, three counts second-degree failure to appear, 1:30 a.m. David Colburn, 29, 80 Lawndale Drive, criminal impersonation, harassment, 3:05 p.m. April 17: Justin J. Moselsky, 33, 6421 Town Brooke, Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, illegal possession, 3:56 a.m. April 19: Christos Constanti, 31, 978 Marion Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Michael Constanti, 29, 290 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Janet Paceila, 70, 219 Lower Lane, third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, 8:41 a.m. April 20: Stephen J. Plefka, 53, 390 Hillside Ave., Hartford, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal trespass, failure to have insurance,1:34 a.m. Ryan W. Carlson, 24, 445 New Britain Road, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, 10 a.m.
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
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ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
Having such a young child to take care of while losing everything but “the clothes on our back” has made the ordeal more challenging, Orcutt said. Breanne Parasiliti, a close friend, has set up a Go-
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Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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Regulated Component
BARIUM COLIFORM BACTERIA CHLORINE RESIDUAL CHLORIDE COLOR NITRATE pH SODIUM SULFATE TURBIDITY TRICHLOROETHENE HALOACETIC ACIDS
= HAA5s (Disinfection By-Products)
TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
2 mg/L
0.248 mg/L
0 per 100 mL
Absent to Absent
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0.06 to 0.43 mg/L
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
0 to 5
10 mg/L
10 mg/L
0.69 mg/L
0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
6.4 to 10
6.4 to 10
7.69 to 9.53
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28 mg/L*
6.6 mg/L
6.6 mg/L
8.69
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
17.9 mg/L
5 NTU
0 NTU
0.04 to 1.40 NTU
0.005 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0018 mg/L
0.0011 mg/L
0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0117 mg/L
0.0041 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
0.0076 to 0.0416 mg/L
0.0485 mg/L
0.15 NTU
TOTAL TRIHALOMETHANES
(TTHMs)
* = Notification Level ** = Action Level Abbreviations Used in This Chart: < = Less Than mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MONITORING PERIOD: SAMPLE SOURCE: COLLECTION DATE: Report # 50403 50404 50405 50406 50407 50408 50409 50410 50411 50412 50413 50414 50415 50416 50417 50418 50419 50420 50421 50423
TABLE I I - LEAD & COPPER TEST RESULTS
2ND QUARTER = 2012 (= latest required multiple sites sampling period) DRINKING WATER: 20 TAP SOURCES JUNE 04, 05, & 06, 2012
Street Address 204 Tollgate Road 6 Ridgewood Lane 190 Beckley Road 23 Cobblestone Road 11 Summerset Drive 222 Stony Mill Lane 54 Redwood Lane 9 Hummingbird Drive 124 Jeffrey Lane 121 Savage Hill Road 115 Carriage Drive 148 Watch Hill Road 310 Four Rod Road 117 Sommerset Drive 114 Jeffrey Lane 110 Old Wood Rd 577 Norton Road 25 Grapevine Lane 5 Canoe Birch Court 35 Hammon Court
Summary:
Lead: Copper
LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
Rank 18 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 8 7 20 6 5 4 3 17 2 19 1
(Action Level-0.015) (Action Level 1.3)
COMMENTS: DURING THE ABOVE NOTED CALENDAR YEAR 2012 (LATEST REQUIRED MULTIPLE SITES TESTING PERIOD), THE 90TH PERCENTILE LEAD AND COPPER RESULTS WERE WELL BELOW THE ACTION LEVELS.
Abbreviations Used in This Chart:< = Less Than
Regulated Component
ND = None Detected
mg/L = milligrams per liter
pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter
UG/L = micrograms per Liter
TABLE I I I - UNREGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Contaminant Test Results Level (MCL) Range Average
CHROMIUM STRONTIUM
0.1 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
**4.4 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
* = Notification Level ** = There is no current national MCL for Strontium. The listed limit is the proposed public health limit. Abbreviations Used in This Chart:
< = Less Than
mg/L = milligrams per liter
µg/L = micrograms per liter
Results Certified by: Northeast Laboratories, Inc. (129 Mill St., Berlin CT 06037) -- Lab Certification: PH-0404
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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Educational Playcare cut the ribbon recently.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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tures food, music and more. For more information, visit Kensingtoncong.org.
Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
Rotary Foundation has scheduled its 7th annual Central CT Pet Fair, Dog Walk & 5K Road Race for Saturday, June 27, at Hubbard Park, 999 West Main St., Meriden, rain or shine. The event features the dog walk, a 5K, and a Kids Fun Run for ages 12 and under. The free pet fair includes vendors, food, demonstrations, prizes and adoptable pets from the CT Humane Society and area rescue groups. Check-in and registration for 5K begins at 7:30
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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accomplishments,” Hubbard Principal Al Souza said. “To be awarded as one of the top writers out of a thousand entries is an amazing accomplishment … she is just a wonderful girl, an outstanding student and an outstanding child.” Sirois praised her student’s word choice and the sense of immediacy the young author
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was recognized with the People’s Choice award for the 2015 hospital design compeA local veterinarian just tition, up against many larger became famous across the hospitals, including some country by appearing in Vet- million-dollar facilities. “I was incredibly flattered. erinary Economics, a widely read magazine in the field. I was absolutely shocked. The Christine Puskaric, DVM, is competition was amazing the owner of Compassionate this year,” Puskaric said. The Care Veterinary Hospital on magazine “is a pretty stanthe Berlin Turnpike, which dard” publication for veteriThe Berlin Citizen
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Exam Room 1 is set aside for cats, with a large fish tank many felines find compelling.
narians, she said. Design awards are handed out every year. The local veterinarian thinks Compassionate Care was given the award because the location doesn’t feel like “the typical sterile environment.” Puskaric sought to “create something warmer and more welcoming,” with features like a 10-gallon fish tank in the first examination room, which is set aside for cats. Voters in the publication called the hospital “new, clean and efficient,” “very pet friendly,” and possessed of “a welcoming, calming atmosphere.”
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Kissing a pig is a multi-sensory experience
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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The following was submitted by BHS band student Alec Rich. The Berlin High School band is a creative outlet and opportunity unlike any other in the school or town. To be able to sit down with your peers and make music is something special. We are all united under the passion of the art, and the band is what brings us together. The BHS band has had many great opportunities recently to perform the music we have spent a great deal of time diligently practicing and perfecting. These include but are not limited to a competition in Virginia Beach where the concert band earned first place for a stellar performance, and also our spring concert where the entire music department put on a series of short programs to display their talent
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Xander, right, is an affectionate, fun-loving middle aged cat who’s a kitten at heart. Xander enjoys pulling the occasional prank when you walk around the corner, and loves to be on your shoulder. Spot is a loving and affectionate senior. Spot is a bit sad as he finds himself homeless after his owner died. Spot is in need of dental work and donations will benefit his medical bill. Donations are accepted at the FOBAC
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Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
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Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
Powerhouse, Cubs keep winning
Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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The Lady Redcoats looked to make plenty of noise at the Class MM state championship meet on Monday, June 1. Senior Taylor Lupini, junior Jody DiCicco and junior Taylor Budney are among the many girls who will look to the lead the Lady Redcoats to Baseball a top 10 finish, and quite posOne year removed from the sibly higher. Budney, sophomore Sarah top seed in the tournament, the Redcoats (11-9) will en- Daddario and freshman Niter the Class L playoffs as the cole Xiarhos are all seeded in 18th-seed. Berlin was slated the top 10 for the 200 meter to battle 15th-seeded Bethel dash. DiCicco and junior Mi(13-7) on the road Monday, June 1. If successful, the lo- chele Grieco are also ranked cals were to face the winner in the top 10 for the 800, as
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Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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Berlin High School closed for the day Monday. A torrential rainstorm caused some flooding in the building, with large puddles in classrooms and hallways. The roof in the old sections of the building were “having some difficulty keeping the water out” Superintendent of Schools David Erwin explained. Erwin said it was determined it wouldn’t be in the best interest of students to remain, so buses were called back to send them home, except the senior class, which continued on to its class trip to Holiday Hill. The affected parts of the high school were all in use, otherwise the administrators would not have sent students home, Erwin said. “Ceiling tiles can come down when they are wet with rain,” he said, “and we don’t want any student or staff member to be injured.” The broken ceiling tiles were replaced Monday. The school reopened Tuesday after staff made sure that conditions would be safe. “The damages were in the old part of the high school,” affecting parts of the building “that are to be replaced anyway,” Erwin said.
The following people have been charged. April 14: Jamel J. Fuller, 24, 51 Saratoga Way, Meriden, two counts three-degree larceny, 10:30 a.m. Andrew K. Robinson, 19, 68 Standish St., Hartford, failure to pay or plead, 12:35 p.m. April 15: Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, engaging police, reckless driving, operating under suspension, 11:45 a.m. Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, first-degree failure to appear, three counts second-degree failure to appear, 1:30 a.m. David Colburn, 29, 80 Lawndale Drive, criminal impersonation, harassment, 3:05 p.m. April 17: Justin J. Moselsky, 33, 6421 Town Brooke, Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, illegal possession, 3:56 a.m. April 19: Christos Constanti, 31, 978 Marion Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Michael Constanti, 29, 290 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Janet Paceila, 70, 219 Lower Lane, third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, 8:41 a.m. April 20: Stephen J. Plefka, 53, 390 Hillside Ave., Hartford, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal trespass, failure to have insurance,1:34 a.m. Ryan W. Carlson, 24, 445 New Britain Road, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, 10 a.m.
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Berlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th annual Relay For Life was held at the Berlin Lions Fairgrounds May 16-17, as people and organizations from around town came together to unite in the fight against cancer, raise awareness about the disease, and celebrate cancer survivors. Junior Girl Scout Troop 66312 of Berlin, volunteered at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay For Life. The girls decorated luminaria bags, to honor and remember those who have battled cancer, and served the celebratory dinner held for the survivors and caregivers. The girls in the troop decided to volunteer their weekend at the Relay, because they had a strong interest in helping cancer survivors and pa-
tients, and in raising awareness about the disease. Everything that Troop 66312 does is decided by the girls, and driven by their interests. The Relay was their end of year service project, and helping them to work on a Journey (part of a national program to help girls change the world together). The seven members of the troop are currently fifth graders at Willard Elementary School, and the leaders are Julie Beers and Catherine Cink. If you missed the Relay For Life this year, be sure to save the date for next year: May 14-15, 2016. Berlin is always looking for new planning committee members. For more information, contact lynn.kipphut@cancer.org, or visit www.relay. Girl scouts Meredith Beers, Grace Cink, Emily Kobus, Madison Greene acsevents.org. and Katie Terlecky. | Katie Vandrilla / For The Citizen
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Southern Connecticut State University has scheduled an open house Friday, June 12 for its graduate programs in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines. The event will run from 2 to 6 p.m., at Buley Library. Many of the faculty members who teach in the STEM programs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including applied physics, biology, chemistry, computer science, math, psychology and science education and environmental studies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be on hand to answer questions. To register for the open house, call (203) 392-5240 or go to: SouthernCT.edu/grad.
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
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ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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Berlin native, father of infant, loses home to fire Berlin native Sean Orcutt and his wife Haley Burns celebrated their fourth anniIn the wake of a May 20 fire versary a day after the blaze that destroyed their home, a consumed their house. The Farmington family with a home was so damaged by the two-month-old child is just fire that it must be completely starting to rebuild their lives. rebuilt.
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Annual picnic bigger and better by the year By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Despite the – ultimately empty – threat of rain, an enormous crowd turned out to the UpBeat picnic May 28, including many organizations that had never before attended. Picnic staples returned – hot dogs, rubber duck race, and the “soak the staff” booth. The grand old traditions were joined by plenty of new and exciting features this year, where many community organizations set up tables for the first time. The Berlin Police Department brought two pieces of equipment called “seat belt convincers,” that might have been mistaken for fair rides, to raise awareness of the importance of wearing See Picnic / Page 4
Parasiliti said on the page. Orcutt, a 2004 Berlin High School alum, has been blown away by the support he has received. “Our original reaction was that we can handle See Fire / Page 2
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Kensington residents Roberta and David Burn led Team Stefan during the 2015 Angelman Syndrome Foundation walk in Hartford May 16 and 17. Roberta and David Burn’s son Stefan, 24, was diagnosed with the syndrome at age 5. The walk “was wonderful, we had a really good turnout,” Roberta Burn told The Citizen. Team Stefan raised $33,000 for the foundation, which Burn said is “phenomenal, it really is.” Two weeks before the walk, Roberta Burn toured a See Syndrome / Page 3
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University of Connecticut genetics lab, where Angelman Syndrome is being studied. “I think people are starting to become more aware of Angelman, it’s a pretty rare disease,” she said. Though her son was not diagnosed for years, many children now are diagnosed in infancy. Visiting the research center was “an uplifting, optimistic” experience, she said. The progress has made Team Stefan all the more excited about raising money for the cause. The young man’s mother said that Stefan did not attend either event, but that the family visits with him regularly. Leaving the structured life at the group home where he spends his time can often be over-stimulating for him, she said. “He’s kind of a homebody … he’s a happy golucky kid. He loves his iPad, he surfs the web for his music and his movies,” Burn said. Stefan also enjoys baking and cooking, something he and his family can do together. According to a press release, Angelman Syndrome is “a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in approximately
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For over thirty (30) years, the Berlin Water Control Commission has provided the residents of Berlin, Connecticut with a safe, palatable supply of drinking water. This bulletin has been prepared to provide the approximately 2,500 residential, commercial and industrial customers of this supply with the confidence that the water they consume meets and, in most cases, exceeds all State and Federal requirements for drinking water. The Berlin Water Control Commission was established in 1966. During the period extending from January 1, 2013 to DECEMBER 31, 2013, it sold Three Hundred Ninety Seven Million, Five Hundred and Forty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Forty Four (397,546,944) gallons of water to its residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Berlin Water Control Commission produced 51% (202,739,790 gallons) of its water needs and purchased 44% from the New Britain Water Department (177,252,154 gallons) and 5% from the Cromwell Water Department (17,555,000 gallons). This report covers that portion of the supply originating from wells owned and operated by the Commission. Reports on those portions of the supply provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Fire District can be provided upon request. The Berlin Water Control Commission supply, excluding that provided by the New Britain Water Department and the Cromwell Interconnection, comes from two (2) sources: ELTON Well #1A; and ELTON Well #2A. A third (3rd) well, Swede Pond: Production Well #2, installed in 1973 (a well with a depth of 92 feet and a capacity of 550 gallons per minute) was replaced by Well #2A in 1996. ELTON Well #1 was installed in 1973 and rehabilitated in 1994 and 1997; Well #1 was replaced in 1998 by a new Well #1A. ELTON Well #2A (with a depth of 95 feet and a production of 350 gallons per minute, as stated above) was placed in service in 1996. Water from ELTON Wells #1A and #2A are blended together prior to entering the distribution system. As required by the Connecticut State Department of Health, the Berlin Water Control Commission has to have two tradesmen classified as Treatment Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. The Water Control Commission has two tradesmen classified as Distribution Operators Class 1 and one tradesman classified as Class 2. Monthly testing of the water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission has shown that the water has met or exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. The following tables summarize the analytical results of water samples taken from various locations within the distribution system. As shown, other than trihalomethanes (produced by chlorination), the only organic chemical detected in any of the samples was Trichloroethene, detected in a very low concentration in water taken from Well #1A. A study conducted for the Berlin Water Control Commission by a private company, Geological Services, Inc., found that the railroad was responsible for the contamination. It is important to note that this level is well below recommended limits and presents no known health hazard.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-7491). However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). WATER CONSERVATION: Water is our most valuable natural resource. It is essential for life as we know it. Although we in the Northeast have been blessed with, at least until now, what appears to be an unlimited supply of pure, safe drinking water, the preservation of this valuable resource is the responsibility of all. Following are just a few of the many steps that we can all take to prevent the waste and, perhaps loss, of this most valuable gift: 1. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 2. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 3. Limit the time spent in showering. 4. Detect and repair leaky faucets and toilets. 5. Install water-efficient showers and dish-and/or-clothes washers 6. Limit the time spent in showering. 7. Water lawns and gardens only when needed, and then only early (or late) in the day to prevent water loss by evaporation during the hot period of the day. Add mulch when possible to prevent evaporation. 8. Wash automobiles only when absolutely necessary. 9. Do not leave water running when shampooing or brushing one’s teeth. If we all take these steps as well as any others that you may think of, we will be able to assure ourselves and future generations of a safe, potable drinking water supply for many years to come. Continuous monitoring is also being carried out to provide further protection for our consumers. The Berlin Water Control Commission is proud to offer this report to its customers; and to report that all of the State and Federal requirements for Public Water have not only met but, in most cases, exceeded every standard set by the State and Federal Agencies for quality and safety. Please Note: The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health has performed an assessment of our drinking water sources. The completed assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: address of: www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Water/DWD.btm If you have any questions concerning the Berlin Water Control Commission and the water that it supplies, please contact Ray Jarema of the Berlin Water Control Commission in Berlin, at (860) 828-7065, He will be most happy to answer any questions that you may have, or supply you with any additional information you may need. BERLIN WATER CONTROL COMMISSION BY: Ray Jarema
Table I (page 8) includes all of the REGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season (or the last required testing/reporting calendar year period for some parameters). Although all were well below Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs), the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chlorides are an indicator of sewage pollution if found in concentrations higher than normal for the area. Normal chloride concentrations vary with distance from bodies of salt water. Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s): are formed as a result of chlorine, used in the disinfection process, reacting with natural occurring organic acids. Levels well above the MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level) may cause cancer. Nitrate Nitrogen can enter potable water as runoff from fertilizers or, as in most cases, from erosion of natural deposits. High concentrations, in excess of 9 parts per million (ppm) may cause a condition know as Methemoglobinemia when given to very young infants. It can also be transmitted to infants by nursing mothers who have consumed the water. Sodium: Persons with high blood pressure, hypertension, congestive heart disease or persons on a low salt diet should consult their physician before consuming a drinking water source with a high sodium level. Sulfate: Desirable limit is 250 milligrams per liter (mg/L) Sulfate has no beneficial effects and has health effects at high concentrations (laxative and taste deterioration). Trichloroethene (TCE) Some people who drink water containing Trichloroethylene in excess of the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) over many years could experience problems with their liver, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Trihalomethanes (TTHMs) are those compounds created by the chlorination of drinking water by the reaction of the chlorine or organic matter. A Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 100 milligrams per liter (mg/L) has been established. Some people who drink water containing Trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL, over many years, may experience problems with their liver, kidneys or central nervous system, or may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of water. It is monitored because it is a good indicator of water quality. High turbidity levels can also hinder the effectiveness of disinfection. Table II (on page #9) of this report summarizes the results of lead and copper testing. Federal regulations require that homes be periodically sampled by having the homeowner collect a one-liter sample from the cold-water kitchen tap as a “first draw” (after the water has been standing motionless in household pipes for at least six hours). During the last lead and copper sampling round conducted in 2012, the Berlin Water Control Commission collected samples from twenty homes. Less than 10% of the homes sampled were above the action level set by the EPA; therefore, the Berlin Water Control Commission remains in compliance with the Lead and Copper Rule. Copper: Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some individuals who may drink water containing elevated copper in excess of the action level over may years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s disease should consult their personal health provider. During the lead and copper monitoring period conducted in 2012, there were no exceedances of the copper action level en any of the first draw samples collected by the homeowners. Lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Berlin Water Control Commission is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting in the residential plumbing for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to two minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa.gov/safewater/lead. Another simple way to reduce the possible exposure to lead is to regularly clean your faucet screens to remove material that may become trapped in the screen. Some of that material may be lead particles from your home’s internal plumbing. Finally, do not use hot water from the tap to make infant formula or for cooking. Hot water may have higher mineral content than the cold water supplied by the Berlin Water Control Commission. Infants and young children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level over many years can develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. While the Berlin Water Control Commission uses no lead pipes in its distribution system, it is possible that lead levels may be elevated in your home, which is a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. Table III (page 10) includes all of the UNREGULATED contaminants that were detected during the 2014 sampling season. The Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) requires certain public water systems to collect data on contaminants suspected to be present in drinking water, but not currently subject to regulation. The following contaminants were detected in testing conducted by New Britain Water in the 2014 calendar year. Although both contaminants detected were well below recommended public health limits, the following lists their significance and possible reasons: Chromium: The most common forms of Chromium, Chromium-3, and Chromium-6 occur naturally in the environment and can be found in drinking water from the erosion of rocks and soil. Chromium 6 is also produced by industrial processes and manufacturing discharges. At high levels, Chromium-6 is likely carcinogenic and the EPA is currently working toward completing a human health assessment. Strontium: Strontium is a naturally-occurring element used as strontium carbonate in pyrotechnics, in steel production, as a catalyst and as a lead scavenger. At high levels, strontium has been found to replace calcium in bone, affecting skeletal development. Strontium levels are not currently regulated by the EPA, but it is currently under consideration. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or resulting from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establishes limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
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Regulated Component
BARIUM COLIFORM BACTERIA CHLORINE RESIDUAL CHLORIDE COLOR NITRATE pH SODIUM SULFATE TURBIDITY TRICHLOROETHENE HALOACETIC ACIDS
= HAA5s (Disinfection By-Products)
TABLE I - REGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Maximum Test Results Contaminant Contaminant Level Range Average Level (MCL) Goal (MCLG) 2 mg/L 4.0 mg/L
2 mg/L
0.248 mg/L
0 per 100 mL
Absent to Absent
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0.06 to 0.43 mg/L
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
70 mg/L
15 Color Units
0 Color Units
0 to 5
10 mg/L
10 mg/L
0.69 mg/L
0.248 mg/L Absent 0.22 mg/L 70 mg/L 0 0.69 mg/L
6.4 to 10
6.4 to 10
7.69 to 9.53
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28 mg/L*
6.6 mg/L
6.6 mg/L
8.69
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250 mg/L**
17.9 mg/L
17.9 mg/L
5 NTU
0 NTU
0.04 to 1.40 NTU
0.005 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0018 mg/L
0.0011 mg/L
0.06 mg/L
0.000 mg/L
<0.0005 to 0.0117 mg/L
0.0041 mg/L
0.100 mg/L
0.0000 mg/L
0.0076 to 0.0416 mg/L
0.0485 mg/L
0.15 NTU
TOTAL TRIHALOMETHANES
(TTHMs)
* = Notification Level ** = Action Level Abbreviations Used in This Chart: < = Less Than mg/L = milligrams per liter NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units
MONITORING PERIOD: SAMPLE SOURCE: COLLECTION DATE: Report # 50403 50404 50405 50406 50407 50408 50409 50410 50411 50412 50413 50414 50415 50416 50417 50418 50419 50420 50421 50423
TABLE I I - LEAD & COPPER TEST RESULTS
2ND QUARTER = 2012 (= latest required multiple sites sampling period) DRINKING WATER: 20 TAP SOURCES JUNE 04, 05, & 06, 2012
Street Address 204 Tollgate Road 6 Ridgewood Lane 190 Beckley Road 23 Cobblestone Road 11 Summerset Drive 222 Stony Mill Lane 54 Redwood Lane 9 Hummingbird Drive 124 Jeffrey Lane 121 Savage Hill Road 115 Carriage Drive 148 Watch Hill Road 310 Four Rod Road 117 Sommerset Drive 114 Jeffrey Lane 110 Old Wood Rd 577 Norton Road 25 Grapevine Lane 5 Canoe Birch Court 35 Hammon Court
Summary:
Lead: Copper
LEAD Result (mg/L) 0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.002 0.004 <0.001 <0.001 0.003 0.001 0.022 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 90th Percentile = 90th Percentile =
Rank 16 11 10 17 19 9 8 18 15 20 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12
0.003 0.05
COPPER Result (mg/L) 0.05 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.03 <0.02 <0.02 0.09 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02 0.05 <0.02 0.09 <0.02
mg/L mg/L
Rank 18 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 8 7 20 6 5 4 3 17 2 19 1
(Action Level-0.015) (Action Level 1.3)
COMMENTS: DURING THE ABOVE NOTED CALENDAR YEAR 2012 (LATEST REQUIRED MULTIPLE SITES TESTING PERIOD), THE 90TH PERCENTILE LEAD AND COPPER RESULTS WERE WELL BELOW THE ACTION LEVELS.
Abbreviations Used in This Chart:< = Less Than
Regulated Component
ND = None Detected
mg/L = milligrams per liter
pCi/L = Picocuries per Liter
UG/L = micrograms per Liter
TABLE I I I - UNREGULATED COMPONENTS Maximum Contaminant Test Results Level (MCL) Range Average
CHROMIUM STRONTIUM
0.1 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
0.00059 mg/L
**4.4 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
0.061 mg/L
* = Notification Level ** = There is no current national MCL for Strontium. The listed limit is the proposed public health limit. Abbreviations Used in This Chart:
< = Less Than
mg/L = milligrams per liter
µg/L = micrograms per liter
Results Certified by: Northeast Laboratories, Inc. (129 Mill St., Berlin CT 06037) -- Lab Certification: PH-0404
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asthma triggers in the home to any town resident. The program is especially beneficial to the recently diagnosed or the parent of a recently diagnosed child. For more information, call Betty Murphy at (860) 665-8571. East Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Chief Thomas Farr managed a fire safety demonstration especially popular among the elementary school-age set. Inside a safety demonstration trailer, youngsters were instructed on how to safely get out of their homes during a fire – techniques such as crawling to avoid smoke and feeling doors using the back of the hand to check for heat before opening. UpBeat presented their annual Richard N. Peronace, Sr. Volunteer Appreciation
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Award to the Berlin Police Department, recognizing the “great partnership” of more than two decades the organization has enjoyed with the The duck race excites younger picnickers year after year. | Charles Kreutzkamp / The Berlin Citizen local officers. UpBeat CoorThe Berlin Lions Club pre“When people ask me what dinator Alice Mitchell said LEGAL NOTICE members of the police de- the best part of the town of sented their Youth Service partment not only serve as Berlin is, I say the UpBeat Award to Kade Lamontagne school resource officers but program,” said Chief Paul and Kaitlyn Guild, both high Voters of the Worthington Fire District are hereby warned and also support many UpBeat Fitzgerald. The chief feels the honors students. High school notified, the Annual Meeting of the Worthington Fire District will events, including the picnic community should be “very guidance counselors select be held at the Berlin Town Hall, Council Chambers, 240 Kensthe award-winners. proud of it.” and the annual camp trip. ington Road, Berlin, Connecticut, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm for the following: 1. Election of one Committee member for a term of three (3) years 2. To act upon reports of: a. Collector b. District Committee c. Auditor (June 30, 2014) 3. To adopt a Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 4. To lay the Annual Tax upon the Grand List 5. Discussion, consideration and vote on a resolution to layout and construct a sanitary sewer main line on Smoky Hill Road and to authorize the Chairman of the Worthington Fire District Committee to enter into any and all contracts necessary for said construction. 6. And for no other purpose.
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This is the eighth location for Educational Playcare, which has tripled the size of the outdoor play space at the site, upgraded the security, and increased safety by installing a ZONO sanitizing machine to clean toys, Director of Communications Thomas Wiley explained by email. Wiley said that Educational Playcare distinguishes itself from other daycare facilities by including programs often seen as extra-curricular as part of their core experience with no upcharge. “We feel that experiences such as music exploration, physical fitness, and yoga should be part of a high quality curriculum,” Wiley said. The group also minimizes processed foods in its lunch and snack menu and brings modern technology into the experience, with every classroom equipped with iPads that teachers use to send announcements, pictures, and videos to parents. “All of our centers are either accredited or in the process of becoming accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children,” Wiley added. “We are so happy that Educational Playcare has joined the Berlin community. Their integration of learning, health, and wellness makes them a leader in innovative childcare,” Mayor Rachel Rochette said in a statement. For more information, visit www.EducationalPlaycare. com.
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Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to American Legion - The meet Thursdays, 6:30 to American Legion Post 68 is 8:30 p.m., at the Commuscheduled to meet Thursday, nity Center, 230 Kensington June 4, 7 p.m., at the Post, Road. Stop in or call Mike 154 Porters Pass. General Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) elections and awarding of the 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout scholarship is planned. Troop 41 is scheduled to
comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@ yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Rabies clinic - Berlin AnFriday, June 5 imal Control has scheduled Racing show - Racing Ac- a rabies clinic for Saturday, tion Today, hosted by Berlin June 6, noon to 2 p.m., at native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 600 Christian Lane. All dogs ery Friday, 8 p.m., on Com- must be leashed; all cats must be in carriers. Cash cast cable channel 5. only. For more information, call (860) 828-7055. Saturday, June 6 Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, Jazz with Pizzazz - The 305 Main St., at the corner Berlin High School concert of Peck Street, is open to and jazz bands are schedthe public on Saturdays, 1 to uled to perform at Jazz with 4 p.m. Free admission. For Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 more information, call (860) p.m., at Berlin High School. 828-5114. A fee is charged. The public Singles event - Social Conis welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auc- nections, a social club for singles, has scheduled a singles tion, and performances by miniature golf outing for Saturthe Berlin High School conday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Safari cert and jazz bands, as well Golf, 2340 Wilbur Cross Highas the Berlin All Star Band, way. A fee is charged. Play for meet Thursdays, 7 p.m., at Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Scoutmaster K.C. Jones at (860) 829-1148 or email jones327@comcast. net.
fun, meet afterward for refreshments. For more information and to reserve a spot, call Gail (860) 582-8229.
Tuesday, June 9 Dinner - The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248. Boy Scouts - Boy Scouts Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. For more information, call Scoutmaster Ed Alicia at (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 44 is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St. For more information, call Joann Sawyer at (860) 828-7767. Sunrise Rotary Club - The Sunrise Rotary Club of Kensington-Berlin is scheduled to meet Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., at Town Hall, 240 Kensington Road. For more information, call Gwen Valencis at (860) 229-3787, ext. 139 or visit www.kensingtonrotary. org. TOPS - TOPS, Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit, weight loss organization, is scheduled to meet 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Teresa Rook at (860) 635-7020.
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Sunday, June 14 Flag day - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, has scheduled a Flag Day ceremony for Sunday, June 14, 5 p.m., at the Post home. The ceremony is held to properly retire unserviceable American flags. The public is asked to drop off unserviceable flags prior to June 14. For more information, call (860) 828-9102, after 5 p.m.
day, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck MemoHistorical Society - Berlin rial Library, 234 Kensington Historical Society has sched- Road. Call (860) 828-7055. uled Dr. Lucianne Lavin, director of the Institute for American Indian Studies, for Tuesday, Wednesday, June 24 June 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Auditions - The Connecticut Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Cabaret Theatre, 31 Webster Lavin plans to discuss Con- Square Road, has scheduled necticut’s Native American auditions for its musical “Rock tribes’ history and culture. The of Ages” for Wednesday, June program is free. 24, 6 to 10 p.m. Email headshot and resume to ctcabaret@msn.com to schedule an Tuesday, June 23 appointment. For more inforCoyote program - “Living mation, call (860) 829-1248. with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn Saturday, June 27 how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut safe, is scheduled for TuesHumane Society & Meriden
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Monday, June 29 Concert - The fourth annual Farmington Bank Community Concert Series has scheduled “Simply Swing,” a 10-piece swing orchestra concert, for Monday, June 29, 7 p.m., at Veterans Park. The event is free. For more information, visit www.farmingtonbankct.com/ CommunityConcertSeries.
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accomplishments,” Hubbard Principal Al Souza said. “To be awarded as one of the top writers out of a thousand entries is an amazing accomplishment … she is just a wonderful girl, an outstanding student and an outstanding child.” Sirois praised her student’s word choice and the sense of immediacy the young author
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was recognized with the People’s Choice award for the 2015 hospital design compeA local veterinarian just tition, up against many larger became famous across the hospitals, including some country by appearing in Vet- million-dollar facilities. “I was incredibly flattered. erinary Economics, a widely read magazine in the field. I was absolutely shocked. The Christine Puskaric, DVM, is competition was amazing the owner of Compassionate this year,” Puskaric said. The Care Veterinary Hospital on magazine “is a pretty stanthe Berlin Turnpike, which dard” publication for veteriThe Berlin Citizen
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Kissing a pig is a multi-sensory experience
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importance of literacy alive for the students,” Souza said. When asked what it’s like to kiss a pig, Souza said “let me just say that it is a multi-sensory experience. You certainly don’t just have the sense of (taste, but also) touch, and the smell and the sight.” “So many of our staff were up to taking the challenge of kissing the pig,” Souza said. “It was a great involvement of the whole school community … it was a powerful thing. People really came together to support our students’ literacy.” Souza thanked all the staff involved in literacy, the reading department, librari- Daisy, “the world’s most famous pig” kisses first grade ans, and teachers for making teacher Emily Merrigan. the program a success. “It was a great job by the staff.”
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Principal Al Souza recently kissed a pig, joined by fellow Hubbard school administrators, teachers, librarians, and even cafeteria staff and DARE officer Ted Fuini. The pig Hubbard school staff kissed was none other than Daisy, who has been specially trained “to do a nice lip to lip kiss,” by “Farmer Minor,” Paul Minor of Bristol who brought his Pig Out on Reading program to Hubbard. The pig kisses were a reward for the Hubbard students, who were challenged to meet reading goals. “We had a good time with the kids,” Minor told The Citizen. He and Daisy travel
across all 48 contiguous states visiting schools and libraries, but he always enjoys bringing the program to his home state. “Connecticut is our home … we travel 10 months out of the year.” Minor said that the Hubbard students were an “awesome” audience. “No matter where we go, the kids get so excited to see the world famous pig and to see someone get to kiss the pig. They yell and scream.” Getting kids excited about reading is Minor’s mission. “I think these kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. Not that they can’t do it, but it can be too much.” “Farmer Minor just did an outstanding job bringing the
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and hard work. Also within the BHS music department is the Berlin High School Jazz Band which consists of the elite musicians of the high school. To hold a spot in the jazz band students must go through a rigorous audition process. The jazz band
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The following was submitted by BHS band student Alec Rich. The Berlin High School band is a creative outlet and opportunity unlike any other in the school or town. To be able to sit down with your peers and make music is something special. We are all united under the passion of the art, and the band is what brings us together. The BHS band has had many great opportunities recently to perform the music we have spent a great deal of time diligently practicing and perfecting. These include but are not limited to a competition in Virginia Beach where the concert band earned first place for a stellar performance, and also our spring concert where the entire music department put on a series of short programs to display their talent
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Obituaries Joan (March) Davis band, she is survived by two daughters and sons-inlaw, Patricia and Stephen Tucker, of Old Saybrook, and Sharon and Stephen Weyland, of Middletown; a son Mark W. Davis, of Clinton; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Lauren M. Davis. A graveside service with full military honors will be held in The State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown, at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting her family.
Ida Anne (Button) Potanka KENSINGTON — Ida Anne (Button) Potanka, 83, of Kensington, widow of Andrew J. Potanka, died Friday, May 29, 2015, at home with her family by her side. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late William and the late Catherine (Olszewski) Button, she was employed at Airpax in Cheshire until her retirement, and was a member of St. Paul’s Church. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Linda Potanka, of Winston-Salem, N.C., Alan and Charlotte Potanka, of Berlin, and David and Cynthia Potanka, of Berlin; a daughter and sonin-law, Brenda and Vincen-
OLD SAYBROOK — Wilfred Roy “Bill” Guite, of Old Saybrook, died Friday, May 22, 2015. Born in Berlin, son of the late Fred and the late Hilma (Bloom) Guite, he lived there for 53 years. He was a graduate of Berlin High School class of 1938, where he excelled in all sports, especially football. He was inducted into the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2012. Bill was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China and the Pacific. He played football for the Marine Corps at Cherry Point, N.C. Bill and his brother Jack founded Guite Tool
Company in 1950. It was a precision machine shop specializing in experimental prototype work, and developed a reputation for high quality work. They manufactured prototypes used on Air Force One, in spacesuits of astronauts that landed on the moon, and in high altitude reconnaissance cameras. He retired in 1988. He was a member of Wethersfield Country Club for almost 50 years where he made many lifelong friends, played cards, and proudly made his first hole-in-on when in his 70’s. He was a lifelong member of Berlin Congregational Church. Surviving are his wife, Dawn (Scott) Guite; a son, William and his wife, Sharon, a son, Jonathan; and a daughter, Dawn. He also leaves his grandchildren, Shawn, Josh, Kevin, Brian and his wife, Ha-
ley, Heather Misterka and her husband, Tim; and three great-grandchildren, Cayden, Logan, and Aria. He is also survived by his two “furry kids”, Thunder and Lightning. He was predeceased by a son, Robert Roy Guite; and a daughter-in-law, Nancy Guite. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his kindness, quick wit, and devotion to his family. A graveside service with full military honors will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forgotten Felines, 153 Horse Hill Road, Westbrook, CT 06498, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Porter’s Funeral Service in Kensington is assisting his family.
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Letters to the Editor A logical solution To the editor: Why must we always throw a ton of money at an issue before we look for a logical low cost fix first? Recently, it was reported that the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library appealed to the state for a portion of $200,000 to put in an elevator into the pre-existing shaft in the Community Center, making the library more handicap accessible with parking and entry in the lower, flatter parking lot. I must have missed something in the details, as the only elevator shaft I know of is the tiny dumbwaiter near the bathrooms in the Community Center that goes up and into the restricted staff area of the library. Unless unnecessarily changing the library layout is included in that $200,000 request, I am unclear of why this is a necessity, when library pa-
tronage, tracked via door counter, continues to drop. If the true issue at hand is making the library accessible to more patrons, I am all for exploring ways to fix the problems before considering a $200,000 elevator. Why not opt to make the whole top level parking lot handicapped only? The article mentions existing pavers surrounding the library front entry are problematic to walkers, strollers and wheelchairs. For a fraction of that requested $200,000, a section of pavers can be removed, in favor of a more user-friendly paved path running from the handicapped lot to the library front door. The larger parking lot across the street from the library can be the main parking area for non handicapped individuals, making the fix a more affordable and attainable option. Suzanne Helm Berlin
Despite the threat of rain, which didn’t quite materialize, the community turned out for the annual UpBeat picnic Thursday evening, May 28. Check out dozens and dozens of photos from the UpBeat picnic online at TheBerlinCitizen.com.
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Meet the Berlin High teacher of the year
Berlin High School recently announced its teacher of the year, social studies teacher Brendan Rush. Principal Francis Kennedy called Rush “one of the most conscientious professionals that I have come to know,” saying he is both “diligent” and “passionate” in his profession. The teacher of the year is selected by a committee led by Kennedy, on which sit all the former teachers of the year. Rush “It can be a pretty large and august group,” Kennedy said. Rush is now eligible to be considered the school district’s teacher of the year, which may in turn open the door for further accolades. — Charles Kreutzkamp
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Seniors Senior News Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8, 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The June Chapter meeting, scheduled to be the annual picnic, is planned for Tuesday, June 16, at noon, indoors at the Senior Center. Attendees must bring a dish to share, hot or cold, salad or dessert, or a contribution of $5 to cover the cost of the dish.
Renter Rebate program The Connecticut Renter Rebate program is scheduled to run through Oct. 1. Appointments may be scheduled with Jayme Miller, Berlin’s social worker. Appointments are required. For more information, a list of required documentation and to schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7006.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, June 8: Knockwurst, hot German potato salad, steamed broccoli, tropical fruit cup. Tuesday, June 9: Orange juice, baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, Italian bread, ice cream sundae. Wednesday, June 10: Minestrone soup, crispy fish, tater tots, coleslaw, rye bread, fresh tangerine.
Thursday, June 11: Pineapple juice, unbreaded boneless pork chop, macaroni and cheese, garden salad, dinner roll, cinnamon apple sauce. Friday, June 12: Grape juice, seafood salad, carrot raisin salad, multigrain bread, chocolate chip cookies.
Berlin Lions Charities is looking for competitors for the first Amateur BBQ Cookoff Competition, planned for Saturday, July 25, at the Berlin fairgrounds. An entry fee is charged. Prizes will be awarded. Registration deadline is Saturday, June 6. For more information, email mzkdad717@comcast. net.
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“Living with coyotes in your backyard,” a program to learn how to keep coyotes out of your backyard and keep pets safe, is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. The program is presented Rabies clinic by the Humane Society and scheduled for June 6 sponsored by Berlin Animal Berlin Animal Control has Control and Friends of Berlin scheduled a rabies clinic for Animal Control. For more information, call Saturday, June 6, noon to 2 (860) 828-7055. p.m., at 600 Christian Lane.
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Jazz with Pizzazz set for June 6
The Berlin High School concert and jazz bands are scheduled to perform at Jazz with Pizzazz, Saturday, June 6, 7 p.m., at Berlin High School. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. The event includes desserts, a silent auction, and performances by the Berlin High School concert and jazz bands, as well as the Berlin All Star Band, comprised of school staff and alumni. For more information and tickets, email Berlin High School Band Parents Association at bhsbandparents@yahoo.com. Limited tickets may be available at the door.
Council dinner scheduled for June 9 The Knights of Columbus Council has scheduled a dinner for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Kensington Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. The new council officers will be installed. Dinner is free for all members, spouses and family, spouses of deceased members and Lady Knights. RSVP required by Friday, June 5. For more information, contact Ray Kalentkowski at (860) 828-8248.
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cert band performs in, but also has extra opportunities. This year alone we were fortunate enough to be able to perform at Infinity Hall in Norfolk and also were able to perform at the CABE convention (Connecticut Association of Boards of Education) for the superintendents of the State of Connecticut. And on top of that the Jazz Band traveled to Boston to compete in the Berklee Jazz Festival. Both the Berlin High School Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at the annual Jazz with Pizzazz fundraiser Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. in the new BHS cafeteria.
School Throughout the evening guests not only have the opportunity to hear many jazz classics played by the high school musicians while enjoying gourmet desserts and beverages, but also will hear many professional musicians give an amazing performance of exciting jazz standards and funk classics. While appreciating the music, guests will also have the chance to bid on silent auction items. Said items range anywhere from musical instruments to gift cards for restaurants and local businesses to park passes to Disney World. Tickets are available at kc.rich@sbcglobal.net or (860) 829-0418. Limited tickets may also be available at the door.
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Scholarship The Mooreland Hill School Board of Trustees announces a Michael D. Dooman Scholarship. The $12,000 scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering the sixth or seventh grade in September. The scholarship, which pays half of yearly tuition, will be renewed each year that the student is enrolled at Mooreland, dependent on continued academic success, contributions to school life and financial need. Application deadline is Monday, June 15. For more information, contact Nora Johnson, at (860) 223-6428.
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Xander, right, is an affectionate, fun-loving middle aged cat who’s a kitten at heart. Xander enjoys pulling the occasional prank when you walk around the corner, and loves to be on your shoulder. Spot is a loving and affectionate senior. Spot is a bit sad as he finds himself homeless after his owner died. Spot is in need of dental work and donations will benefit his medical bill. Donations are accepted at the FOBAC
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Majors Bill’s Pizza Cubs 2, Kensington Auto Rangers 1 It took the Cubs eight innings to come away with a 2-1 victory over the Rangers. With the win, the Cubs move into sole possession of first place. Once again, it was a game of pitching dominance. Mark Addamo pitched six strong innings for Little League the Rangers, giving Roundup up four hits and striking out nine. Continuing to work hard for the Cubs was Camden Murphy, who struck out 14 while only surrendering two hits in just over five innings of work. Nick Melville continued where Murphy left off and struck out six over the remainder of the game. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth, the Cubs’ Trevor Miano earned a walk on a full count offering, moved to second on a wild pitch and scored the tying run three pitches later when Kyle Daley laced a single to left. After losing to the Rangers earlier in the season by a walk off homerun by Justin Piskorski, Melville hit a walk off homerun of his own. Rory Mayer and Eric Folta had the other hits for the Cubs.
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Girls lacrosse The Lady Redcoats doubled up Law in their Class M qualifying round game at Sage Park on Saturday, besting the Lawwomen 16-8. Berlin earned the 10th-seed in the Class M state tournament after finishing 11-5 in the regular season, falling just shy of Farmington (11-5; 160 points) and Bethel (11-5; 137) in rating points (119). The girls were to travel to Guilford Monday, June 1 to take on the seventh-seeded Indians (12-4). If Berlin upends its foes, it will play the winner of the second-seeded Daniel Hand/15th-seeded Ledyard contest, set to take place on Thursday. The higher seed will host the contest, which will begin at 5 p.m.
Softball Berlin earned the eighth seed in the Class M state tournament after completing a strong 16-4 regular season campaign. The team was set to play its first-round matchup against 25th-seeded Woodland (119) on Monday, June 1 at Sage Park. Should the higher seed prevail, the Lady Redcoats were to host the winner of the ninth-seeded Morgan/24th-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The local girls earned their top 10 seed thanks in part to winning streaks of six and eight games throughout the spring. The team finished its regular season on a 15-2 tear after starting the year 1-2, and was 9-1 in its last 10 games, winning by an average margin of 6.3 runs during that stretch.
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Boys lacrosse A fantastic regular season helped the Redcoats earn the three-seed in the Class M state tournament. Berlin (13-3) finished behind only North Haven (14-2) and New Canaan (13-2) in the rankings, and finished with a winning percentage of .812. The boys were set to host 19th-seeded Wilton (8-8) in their first round matchup, set for Wednesday, June 3 at Sage Park. If victorious, See Notes / Page 19
Powerhouse, Cubs keep winning
Briana Christen Cass, a Berlin High School alumnus, recently earned her second national championship at the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Intercollegiate Championships, hosted by UC Berkeley in Vacaville, California. Cass representing, Boston University, had an undefeated season to earn four gold medals in Intermediate Ladies Short Program and also made significant contributions towards BU’s third-place finish. Prior to the 2015 Championships, Cass took home a national championship back in 2013. Cass is a senior at Boston University, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology.
Powerhouse 5, Southington Braves 1 Gianni Fanelli was strong at the plate and on the hill in carrying Berlin Powerhouse Gym to a 5-1 victory over the Southington Braves. Fanelli was perfect at the dish, going 4-4. He singled in the first, second, fourth and sixth innings. The Southington Braves’ lineup had no answer for Fanelli See Roundup / Page 19
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who gave up only two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work. Berlin went up for good in the first, scoring one run on a groundout by Matt Lewis. Berlin scored four more runs in the bottom of the second. A ground out
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the Redcoats would host the winner of the sixth-seeded East Lyme/11th-seeded New Fairfield matchup on Saturday, June 6 at 3 p.m. In what could be viewed as one of the biggest surprises of the spring, Berlin earned its high tourney placement after starting the regular season 0-2 with losses to Tolland (75) and South Windsor (14-2). The team promptly went on a seven-game winning streak and absolutely plastered opponents down the stretch, allowing an average of just 3.6 goals to their opponents during the final five games of the year.
scored AJ DelGiorno to begin the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Jeff Kuzoian’s single, scoring DelGiorno, and Fanelli singled, scoring Kyle Krupa. Also with hits in the game were Andrew DelGiorno, Jack Kurnik, Joshua Wood, Matt Lewis and Krupa. Powerhouse 14, Southington Phillies 3 Berlin Powerhouse Gym beat the Southington Phillies
14-3 in five innings at Massarelli Field. Berlin jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning, batting around the order with hits by Nick Halkias, Gianni Fanelli, Matt Lewis and Joshua Wood. Berlin scored again in the third inning on a Jack Kurnick single and an RBI single by Wood. Powerhouse blew the game wide open in the fourth, scoring nine times.
of the second-seeded Watertown/31st-seeded Foran matchup on Tuesday, June 2. The higher seed would play host for the second-round matchup. Berlin enters the postseason on a slide, losing three of its last four regular season games. The Redcoats were shut out in all three losses down the stretch. Meanwhile, Bethel entered the playoffs on a four-game winning streak.
is Lupini in the 300 hurdles, senior Kristen Madeia in the 400 and DiCicco in the 1600. Berlin will also look to its relay teams, as the 4x100 is ranked second in Class MM. Sophomores Tess Atkinson and Teona Martin will join Budney and Daddario in the hopes of capturing a top finish for the Redcoats. Lupini and sophomore Hannah Schulz will both represent Berlin in the long jump, as the two are ranked second and third in the class standings.
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The Lady Redcoats looked to make plenty of noise at the Class MM state championship meet on Monday, June 1. Senior Taylor Lupini, junior Jody DiCicco and junior Taylor Budney are among the many girls who will look to the lead the Lady Redcoats to Baseball a top 10 finish, and quite posOne year removed from the sibly higher. Budney, sophomore Sarah top seed in the tournament, the Redcoats (11-9) will en- Daddario and freshman Niter the Class L playoffs as the cole Xiarhos are all seeded in 18th-seed. Berlin was slated the top 10 for the 200 meter to battle 15th-seeded Bethel dash. DiCicco and junior Mi(13-7) on the road Monday, June 1. If successful, the lo- chele Grieco are also ranked cals were to face the winner in the top 10 for the 800, as
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Monday, June 1 at Middletown High School. Sophomore Mitchel Maslowski, senior Joey Inturri and junior Christian Lapierre were all seeded in the top 20 for the 100 meter dash heading into the finals. Maslowski and Inturri were also ranked in the top 15 for the 200. Berlin’s 4x100 relay team – comprised of Maslowski, Inturri, and juniors Kevin Russell and Trevor Gagnon – was seeded third behind only Hillhouse and Bulkeley. Lapierre looked to lead the Redcoats in field events. Seniors Suleyman Bozal and Boys outdoor Dan Paszkowski also were The Redcoats looked to to compete in various field their speedsters on the track events, as were sophomore in the hopes of making noise Daniel Labbadia, Gagnon and during the Class MM state junior Evan Cornwall. championship meet, set for
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Berlin High School closed for the day Monday. A torrential rainstorm caused some flooding in the building, with large puddles in classrooms and hallways. The roof in the old sections of the building were “having some difficulty keeping the water out” Superintendent of Schools David Erwin explained. Erwin said it was determined it wouldn’t be in the best interest of students to remain, so buses were called back to send them home, except the senior class, which continued on to its class trip to Holiday Hill. The affected parts of the high school were all in use, otherwise the administrators would not have sent students home, Erwin said. “Ceiling tiles can come down when they are wet with rain,” he said, “and we don’t want any student or staff member to be injured.” The broken ceiling tiles were replaced Monday. The school reopened Tuesday after staff made sure that conditions would be safe. “The damages were in the old part of the high school,” affecting parts of the building “that are to be replaced anyway,” Erwin said.
The following people have been charged. April 14: Jamel J. Fuller, 24, 51 Saratoga Way, Meriden, two counts three-degree larceny, 10:30 a.m. Andrew K. Robinson, 19, 68 Standish St., Hartford, failure to pay or plead, 12:35 p.m. April 15: Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, engaging police, reckless driving, operating under suspension, 11:45 a.m. Brittnee A. Beebe, 23, 601 Jude Lane, Southington, first-degree failure to appear, three counts second-degree failure to appear, 1:30 a.m. David Colburn, 29, 80 Lawndale Drive, criminal impersonation, harassment, 3:05 p.m. April 17: Justin J. Moselsky, 33, 6421 Town Brooke, Middletown, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, illegal possession, 3:56 a.m. April 19: Christos Constanti, 31, 978 Marion Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Michael Constanti, 29, 290 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, 1:37 a.m. Janet Paceila, 70, 219 Lower Lane, third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, 8:41 a.m. April 20: Stephen J. Plefka, 53, 390 Hillside Ave., Hartford, third-degree larceny, first-degree criminal trespass, failure to have insurance,1:34 a.m. Ryan W. Carlson, 24, 445 New Britain Road, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, 10 a.m.
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Scouts get into the spirit of Relay For Life By Katie Vandrilla
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Berlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th annual Relay For Life was held at the Berlin Lions Fairgrounds May 16-17, as people and organizations from around town came together to unite in the fight against cancer, raise awareness about the disease, and celebrate cancer survivors. Junior Girl Scout Troop 66312 of Berlin, volunteered at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay For Life. The girls decorated luminaria bags, to honor and remember those who have battled cancer, and served the celebratory dinner held for the survivors and caregivers. The girls in the troop decided to volunteer their weekend at the Relay, because they had a strong interest in helping cancer survivors and pa-
tients, and in raising awareness about the disease. Everything that Troop 66312 does is decided by the girls, and driven by their interests. The Relay was their end of year service project, and helping them to work on a Journey (part of a national program to help girls change the world together). The seven members of the troop are currently fifth graders at Willard Elementary School, and the leaders are Julie Beers and Catherine Cink. If you missed the Relay For Life this year, be sure to save the date for next year: May 14-15, 2016. Berlin is always looking for new planning committee members. For more information, contact lynn.kipphut@cancer.org, or visit www.relay. Girl scouts Meredith Beers, Grace Cink, Emily Kobus, Madison Greene acsevents.org. and Katie Terlecky. | Katie Vandrilla / For The Citizen
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Southern Connecticut State University has scheduled an open house Friday, June 12 for its graduate programs in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines. The event will run from 2 to 6 p.m., at Buley Library. Many of the faculty members who teach in the STEM programs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including applied physics, biology, chemistry, computer science, math, psychology and science education and environmental studies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be on hand to answer questions. To register for the open house, call (203) 392-5240 or go to: SouthernCT.edu/grad.
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Bernard Kowalski, no age given, 207 Steele St., New Britain, disorderly conduct, interfering with a police officer, 9:27 p.m. April 22: Jeffrey A. Bosse, 45, 13 Annelise Ave., Southington, sixth-degree larceny, 4:20 p.m. April 23: Shasta Denis, 38, 48 Avonwood Road, second-degree failure to appear, 6:55 a.m. April 24: Kurt A. Bedard, 53, homeless, disorderly conduct, 5:36 p.m. Matthew J. Mattera, 29, 37 Kimball Drive, first-degree harassment/terrorize/threaten, 11:19 p.m. April 25: Edgar Pascua, Jr., 31, 1112 Worthington Ridge Road, disorderly conduct, 10:45 a.m. Thomas Whitlock, 62, 287 West St., Rocky Hill, operating under the influence of drugs/alcohol, 3:04 p.m.
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NFL Star running back Peterson returns to Minnesota Vikings MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Donning his purple No. 28 jersey for the first time in nine months, Adrian Peterson said Tuesday he has apologized to the 4-year-old son he struck with a wooden switch and had “learned a lot from my mistake.” Peterson returned to the Vikings and practiced for the first time since September. He then told reporters he has met all the requirements that came from pleading no contest to a misdemeanor that caused him to miss the final 15 games of last season. “I made a mistake,” Peterson said. “I know a lot of people don’t view it that way based from what they’ve seen, but ultimately that’s what it was. My son knows that, he knows I love him. And my other kids know the same.” Peterson was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list last September after he was charged with felony child abuse in Texas. The photos of the wounds that the boy suffered at Peterson’s hands brought harsh criticism of the once-beloved face of the franchise and prompted sponsors to sever ties with him and the Vikings. Peterson He has gone through counseling and therapy sessions as part of his plea agreement and had several supervised visits with his son to monitor how the two interacted. Peterson said he has learned that the form of discipline he used was no longer acceptable and now he uses other punishments like timeouts and taking toys away when it is warranted. The 30-year-old will have his $12.75 million salary for 2015 guaranteed in Week 1, but all bets are off after that. Peterson’s search for more guaranteed money in the final two years of his deal brought even more criticism from fans who believed he should be grateful for the organization’s continued support after his legal troubles. “I’m definitely not the victim and I haven’t tried to play the victim in this role,” Peterson said.
Goodell will hear Brady’s appeal on June 23 NEW YORK (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made it official Tuesday: He will hear Tom Brady’s appeal of his four-game suspension. The league suspended the Patriots quarterback for his role in the use of deflated footballs by New England in its AFC championship game victory over Indianapolis in January. The players’ union said Goodell should recuse himself from hearing the appeal because he can’t be impartial and could be called as a witness. But Goodell cited the “integrity of the game” and his “responsibility” under the labor agreement to “serve as hearing officer in any appeal involving conduct detrimental to the integrity of the game.” Goodell wrote to Brady on Tuesday, saying “My mind is open.” The appeal will be heard June 23.
Newton, Panthers agree on $103.8M, five-year extension CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Quarterback Cam Newton has agreed to franchise record $103.8 million, five-year contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Newton will earn $67.6 million over the first three years, the most money ever paid to an NFL player during the first three years of a contract, said a person familiar with negotiations.
Browns coach defends Manziel’s water bottle-throwing incident at golf tournament BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Mike Pettine is defending quarterback Johnny Manziel, saying he’s unhappy with outside chatter about Manziel’s relationship with the team following a rehab stay and a minor confrontation with a fan. Pettine said Tuesday he’s not concerned after the former college star threw a water bottle at a heckler during a PGA Tour golf tournament in Texas. “I have the details on what happened and, in my mind, it’s a nonstory,” Pettine said. Manziel, 22, declined to speak with the media after a two-hour practice. He hasn’t spoken with reporters since the day after last season’s finale in Baltimore. No arrests were made or charges filed in the confrontation, but the incident amplified speculation about Manziel’s role that has circulated since Manziel spent 10 weeks in a rehab facility and the team signed Josh McCown as a starting quarterback.
NHL New York Rangers, Hartford Wolf Pack goaltender Skapski undergoes hip surgery NEW YORK (AP) — New York Rangers goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has had hip surgery and is expected to be sidelined four to five months. The Rangers announced Tuesday that Skapski had surgery to repair a labral tear in his right hip. The 20-year-old Skapski appeared in two games with the Rangers in 2014-15, posting a 2-0-0 record. He earned his first career NHL win while making his NHL debut on Feb. 20 at Buffalo, becoming the third-youngest goaltender in franchise history to record a win in his debut. Skapski appeared in 28 games with the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL last season, posting a 15-8-3 record and 2.40 goals-against average.
New Jersey Devils hire Hynes as new head coach NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — John Hynes has been hired as coach of the New Jersey Devils, becoming the youngest coach in the NHL at 40 years old. General manager Ray Shero announced the hiring, saying the Devils would be a fast, attacking team that knows how to play defense. Hynes has spent the past five seasons coaching Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, the Penguins’ top farm team. Shero is a former Penguins general manager. The Devils have missed the playoff the past three seasons.
College Basketball UConn officially adds 3 to basketball roster STORRS (AP) — UConn has officially added three off-season acquisitions to its men’s basketball team. Guard Sterling Gibbs and forward Shonn Miller have joined the Huskies for a final year of eligibility after graduating from Seton Hall and Cornell. Forward Terry Larrier has transferred from VCU, where he averaged 6.6 points and 3.0 rebounds during his freshman season. Larrier will have to sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules. Gibbs and Miller are immediately eligible to play. Gibbs scored 888 points and had 240 assists in two years at Seton Hall. Miller, an All-Ivy League selection last season, finished three years at Cornell with 1,065 points, 608 rebounds and 154 blocked shots.
NBA Chicago Bulls introduce Hoiberg as new coach
ZURICH (AP) — The end for Sepp Blatter came suddenly, just days after he had seemingly solidified his hold on FIFA. The 79-year-old leader of the world’s most popular sport defied global animosity last week to win four more years in office. But his re-election only increased the pressure from colleagues, sponsors, athletes and fans for Blatter to step down as FIFA’s president. At a hastily arranged news conference Tuesday, Blatter announced he would leave office within months and called for a fresh election to appoint a successor. “I cherish FIFA more than anything and I want to do only what is best for FIFA and for football,” said Blatter, who could still be a target of U.S. investigators delving into decades of corruption and bribery accusations against FIFA officials. After generations under Blatter and his mentor, Joao Havelange, the announcement left FIFA without a leader and without a clear course forward. It sets off a global power struggle for control of the organization as a criminal investigation intensifies. A strained and serious Blatter read a six-minute statement in French before exiting without taking questions. Blatter had been defiant and feisty in the same room on Saturday, fending off questions about FIFA’s battered reputation and the chance he
FIFA President Sepp Blatter speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Blatter says he will resign from his position amid a corruption scandal. | Associated Press
could be arrested. His mood had changed in the 24 hours before his announcement, Blatter aide Walter Gagg told The Associated Press. A federal indictment last week detailed apparent bribes from a FIFA account totaling $10 million to senior officials for voting South Africa as the 2010 World Cup host. Late Monday, reports laid a clearer trail of complicity to the door of FIFA headquarters, if not Blatter himself. “We know that the in the last 48 hours he was thinking of the future and perhaps what happened in the last hours, this gave him the conviction,” Gagg, a long-time confidante of Blatter, told the AP in a telephone interview. “We had lunch with him
yesterday (Monday). He was relaxed he was fine,” Gagg said. “I had a very good meeting with him early in the morning (today). Then came the different information from the U.S. with this and that.” The South African angle threatens to tarnish memories of a bid campaign that brought Nelson Mandela to Zurich for the winning vote in 2004. At risk also is the legacy of a World Cup that was an organizational triumph for FIFA and South Africa, and bolstered Blatter’s reputation as a friend of Africa whose loyalty stood firm in Friday’s election. Even before the election, Blatter’s ability to travel to the U.S., or other countries where a Swiss national risked arrest and extradition, had
become a distracting story. Blatter’s vigor in acclaiming his election victory — a 133-73 win over Prince Ali bin al-Hussein of Jordan — was gone by Tuesday. “This mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football,” Blatter said. “I will continue to exercise my function (until the new election).” Elections are expected to take place sometime between December and March. Prince Ali declined to say if he’d run again. “I am at the disposal of all the national associations who want a change, including all of those who were afraid to make a change,” Prince Ali said in an interview with CNN. Michel Platini, the president of European body UEFA, had called for Blatter’s resignation last week before the vote. On Tuesday, he praised Blatter’s decision to go. “It was a difficult decision, a brave decision, and the right decision,” said Platini, a former protege who planned a strategy meeting of UEFA members to discuss anti-Blatter tactics in Berlin later this week. Platini opted out of taking on Blatter head-to-head in last week’s election, preferring to support the prince. But the former star midfielder for France and Juventus is a likely candidate for the next vote. The next few months will likely also see further arrests in the corruption case.
Federer loses to Wawrinka; Tsonga into semis By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer
PARIS — Stumbling on his way to the net, Roger Federer dropped his racket and fell to his knees on the red clay. Hardly the sort of grace and preFrench cision the world Open has come to expect from the 17time Grand Slam champion. There were other unusual sights in Federer’s 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (4) loss in the French Open quarterfinals Tuesday against his pal and Swiss Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka. “I made 30-something errors today. He, maybe, made one,” said Federer, exaggerating a bit. Rarely injured and appearing in a 62nd consecutive major, Federer received treatment on his right hand from a trainer. For years and years a dominant and confident force in tennis, Federer slumped in his changeover chair, head bowed, after falling behind two sets to none. And, according to the ATP, this was the first time since a fourth-round loss at the 2002 U.S. Open — back before he’d won a major trophy — that Federer failed to break an opponent’s serve once in a Grand Slam match. “I know that when I play good tennis, when I play my best tennis, I can play so heavy from both sides that it’s really tough for the opponent to play,” said the eighthseeded Wawrinka, who will
French Open organizers originally said three people were hurt, but tournament director Gilbert Ysern later said two were fine after being checked at an infirmary. One went to the hospital for an injured wrist. The other men’s quarterfinals are Wednesday: No. 1 Novak Djokovic against ninetime champion Rafael Nadal, and No. 3 Andy Murray against No. 7 David Ferrer. One women’s semifinal Switzerland’s Roger Federer gets up after slipping in the was set Tuesday: No. 7 Ana quarterfinal match of the French Open tennis tournament Ivanovic against No. 13 Lucie against Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka at the Roland Garros Safarova. stadium, in Paris, France, on Tuesday. | Associated Press Safarova, who eliminated defending champion MaTsonga’s 6-1, 6-4, 4-6, 3-6, ria Sharapova in the fourth play 14th-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France in the semi- 6-3 victory over No. 5 Kei Ni- round, beat Garbine Mugufinals Friday. “That’s why shikori was interrupted for ruza 7-6 (3), 6-3 to reach the Roger was struggling today. about 40 minutes when one second major semifinal of It’s because I was playing so person was injured after a her career. Ivanovic reached 9-foot-long (3-meter-long) her first Grand Slam semifiwell.” So long superior to the piece of metal paneling was nal since winning the 2008 younger Wawrinka, Federer blown off a giant TV screen French Open by defeating was defeated for only the and fell onto packed rows of Elina Svitolina of Ukraine 6-3, 6-2. third time in their 19 head- spectators below. to-head matches, and for the first time in five meetings at Grand Slam tournaments. “I tried many things,” Federer said. “Obviously I was not going to leave the French Open without having tried everything out there.” During the eight French Opens from 2005 to 2012, Federer reached at least the semifinals seven times, inEvery Day Is Game Day cluding winning the 2009 championship to complete a At The All New Silver career Grand Slam. But this is City Sports Bar & Grill. the third year in a row he exits Roland Garros in the quarterfinals or earlier. Check out our FANTASTIC MENU filled with tasty food
Red Sox owner John Henry ‘very disappointed’ this year BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox owner John Henry says watching Boston play this year is “painful.” Speaking before Tuesday’s game against Minnesota, Henry said he “felt responsible” for how poorly his club has played. Boston entered last in the AL East at 22-29. After finishing last in 2014, the Red Sox committed $183 million to sign free agents Pablo Sandoval and Hanley Ramirez during the offseason. The Red Sox returned home after a 1-6 trip and have lost nine of their last 12. “How painful has it been to watch these games?” Henry said. “I watch these games. I know how painful they are. We talk about television — it’s terrible television. It’s even worse to be responsible for this, and I feel responsible. I understand.” The 65-year old owner
hadn’t spoken to assembled reporters since the first week of spring training. The Red Sox began the night with a .241 team average, fourth-worst in the AL, and were tied with the third-fewest runs. “You look at the work that goes into it, and I have looked at it,” Henry said. “Did this whole team become a collection of poor hitters? I don’t think so. I think the production has been poor, and there are adjustments that need to be made.” Henry didn’t hide his disappointment, even acknowledging how fans could be turned off. He did praise general manager Ben Cherington saying he’ll in place for a “long time.” Henry didn’t think the club needed to make changes, saying the Red Sox needed to be “patient.”
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CHICAGO (AP) — Fred Hoiberg saw a deep and talented roster with a chance to contend for a championship — and an opportunity that was too good to pass up. The long rumored pairing of Hoiberg and the Chicago Bulls became official on Tuesday when the former NBA guard and executive left Iowa State to become the 19th coach in franchise history, replacing the fired Tom Thibodeau. Hoiberg went 115-56 at Iowa State and led the Cyclones to four straight NCAA Tournament appearances and back-to-back Big 12 tournament titles. He had open-heart surgery in April.
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