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Coats thrash Beavers, reach title game By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen
Based off the atmosphere, you would’ve thought this one didn’t go quite as planned for Berlin. The crowd had quieted from a noisy and rambunctious group to a mellow mass simply looking for the exits. Even players and
coaches alike were stoic in their post game mannerisms and interviews. Despite demolishing the Cheney Tech Beavers 49-3 in the two teams’ Class M Large Division semifinal matchup, the Berlin Redcoats realize that while they’re ever closer to the mecca of high school footSee Game / Page 20
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Cops help kids put bicycles to good use etiquette and rules of the to thank the bike shop Cenroad, and when ready, are al- tral Wheel of Farmington, lowed to ride bicycles to a lo- which donated the vast maBerlin police Lt. Chris Ci- cal businesses for donuts or jority of bikes used at BHS. Arnold is a former employee uci recently encountered a ice cream. Arnold said he also wanted of Central Wheel. biker gang on Farmington Avenue – made up of Berlin High School students on bicycles who are part of teacher Jim Arnold’s Lifetime Activities class. Arnold explained that local We knock out the Competition LLC police have helped to support the biking program at BHS by donating unclaimed bicycles. MEMBER “Instead of those bikes being destroyed they come back With Full Safety Inspection into use for students,” ArNEW CONSTRUCTION • REPAIRS • REPOINTING nold said. CAPS • LINERS • RESTORATION • STUCCO (All Types) As many of the donated bikes are in poor condition, Arnold said it often takes as many as three derelict bikes FREE ESTIMATES / HIGH QUALITY WORK to build into one working biGREAT PRICES cycle. Once built, however, the bicycles support the BHS CALL TODAY: 860-594-8607 bike program as well as stuCHECK OUT WWW.CHIMNEYCHAMPS.COM FOR SUMMER SAVINGS! dents in some gym classes. Fully Licensed & Insured # 628054 Students are taught proper By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
Students take $1.50 per day challenge By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
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Accolades abounded at the Nov. 24 board of education meeting. The Berlin Board of Education was recognized for receiving the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education Board of Distinction Award Level II, a prestigious award only available to boards which are honored with Board of Distinction Level I twice in the last four years. Superintendent David Erwin thanked staff involved in the Berlin schools websites, as their work enabled the school district to receive the CABE communication award. The board welcomed two new board members, George Perduta and JoAnn Angelico-Stetson at the meeting. “I am very honored to sit along the individuals who comprise this esteemed board,” Angelico-Stetson said. “I have always admired your work,” Perduta told the other board members. Retiring board members Irene Matulis and George Synnott were also honored with a cer-
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the year was announced in June, Pappas was “chosen for her tireless devotion to student success, exemplary collaboration with colleagues, and the high standard she sets for herself as an educator,” Erwin said. He also praised Pappas’ knowledge of adolescent development and engaging sense of humor. Ruth Bogden from Berlin High School was selected as paraprofessional of the year. Bogden works in the special education department. Support staff recognition awards were presented to Judy Church for Griswold, Deborah Peate for Hubbard, Rosemary Ellefsen for Willard, Marigrace Inzero for McGee, Margaret Jambard for Berlin High School, and Christine Zigmont for the BOE office. Friends of Berlin Schools awards were presented to volunteers, recognizing “outstanding contributions” to helping area children, according to minutes. This award was presented to volunteers Tracy Sisti, Kristina Guzzardi, Jacqueline Dunn, Robin Evans, and Pete Ladas, Sr..
Christmas by the Grove The East Berlin Fire Department, 80 Main St., East Berlin, has scheduled Christmas by the Grove for Sunday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m. The event, sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the East Berlin Volunteer Fire
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tificate of appreciation. The board of education annually recognizes “Students, staff, volunteers, former board members,” all those individuals “that make this district what it is,” said board President Gary Brochu. Ten students nominated by staff received a certificate of excellence from the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents, including: Olivia Kittleman, Maxwell Wojtusik, Nina Garofalo, Michael Vignone, Lindsey Leary, and Zachary Cancellieri, grade 5; McKenna Evans and Ryan Terlecky, grade 8; and Berlin High School seniors Sarah Mogielnicki and Daniel Paszkowski. The board also recognized a teacher of the year for each local school: James Dlugokinski for Griswold Elementary School, Cheryl Hlavac for Hubbard Elementary School, Maura Sullivan for Willard Elementary School, Christopher Schayer for McGee Middle School, and Karen Pappas for Berlin High School. Pappas was selected as overall teacher of the year. As previously reported, when the district teacher of
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Prescription program nets big savings locally By Charles Kreutzkamp
gram,� McNair said. The program comes from the Connecticut Conference Town residents have saved of Municipalities, and gives over $33,000 on their pre- a prescription drug discount scription medications thanks card to support uninsured to a free program, accord- and underinsured residents, ing to Town Manager Denise though anyone may take adMcNair. During the town vantage of the program. The manager’s report at the Dec. discount card applies savings 2 council meeting, she said to the consumer off of the full many residents have taken retail price of medications, advantage of the prescription and therefore can assist anyone who must pay retail price discount card program “It is being used at no cost on medication. All prescripto us and it’s an excellent pro- tion medications qualify for The Berlin Citizen
some level of discount, according to ProAct’s website. The council voted unanimously in favor of joining the program in 2013. As previously reported by The Citizen, the program is administered by ProAct, Inc., a full-service pharmacy benefit management company, and there are over 63, 000 participating pharmacies nationwide. Other surrounding municipalities have already joined, including North Haven, Rocky Hill, Wallingford
and Avon. The program grants discount cards that can provide an average savings of 45 percent off the retail price of prescription medication to residents in enrolled towns. Savings can also apply for vision and hearing services, and one card works for an entire family. According to CCM, participating pharmacies absorb the cost of the discount in exchange for increased customer loyalty and store traffic. Residents are never
Council approves grants, mobile home remediation By Charles Kreutzkamp
cil approved the sale of the tax liens — for “long overdue� back taxes, according to At the Dec. 2 meeting, the Town Manager Denise McTown Council decided to sell Nair — on a mobile home at uncollectable back taxes in a cost of only one dollar. McNair explained that the order to get a mobile home back onto the market and the mobile home, #22 at 501 Bertown’s tax rolls. The coun- lin Turnpike, is in a state of The Berlin Citizen
disrepair and is empty after the owner passed away. The mobile home is located in a mobile home park owned by Cypress Homes. The company’s owner Mark Berkowitz approached the town offering to purchase the tax liens and to refurbish the mobile
home to put it back on the market and “get it back onto the tax rolls,� McNair said. Following the death of the owner, in addition to back taxes owed to the town, unpaid rent was owed to Cy-
disadvantaged by the card, as the pharmacy’s lowest price is paid if lower than the discount price. ProAct negotiates the discount rates with the pharmacies. According to a press release from the town, residents were mailed prescription drug discount cards in 2013. Residents also may print cards by visiting http://proactrxsavings. com/print-your-rx-card/.
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A decade long tradition continued as members of the Berlin Lions Club prepared and delivered Thanksgiving dinners to over 50 families this year. Pictured are some of the volunteers involved in the project.
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The main street streetscape enhancement project coming to downtown Berlin near the train station is one step closer after the Dec. 2 council meeting. The town previously received two grants to fund the project in the amount of $204,300 and $259,270 from the state. With the second grant received, the town now will hire the same firm previously selected through the bid process following receipt of the first streetscape enhancement grant to design the streetscape improvements using funds from both grants, Town Manager Denise McNair explained. The
council approved a contract amendment for design services to Luchs Consulting Engineers of Meriden, authorizing $22,885 for design of the streetscape coming from the Public Works Town Aid Road account. An information session was held on the project earlier this year, when it was announced that the enhancement project will not result in changing sections of Main Street to only allow one-way travel, following comments from a previous meeting. The streetscape enhancement is still in the design phase. Members of the council also received new email addresses, which McNair said would be posted to the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website.
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School Briefs St Paul School first quarter honor roll. High honors Grade 6 - Madelyn Hooks, Macklin Stevens. Grade 7 - Joseph Gaffney, Gabrielle Grant, Madison Hubert, Amanda Pernerewski, Ashley Plochocki. Grade 8 - Grayson Barnes, Nicholas DiPietro, Brian Houle, Patrick Kennedy, Nell Kordalski, Garrett Prushinski. Honors
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The Warm for the Winter Blanket Drive is accepting blankets for the homeless, through Feb. 14. Donations may be dropped off at the Senior Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact Katie Doyle at (860) 874-4360 or katiemdoyle@me.com.
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Party has reflective address signs available for purchase. The reflective signs help emergency responders locate your address in the case of an emergency. For more information, call Heidi Lupini at (860) 828-8975. Flamingos - The 2015 All Night Graduation Party Flamingo Flocking fundraiser is available. For a fee, a flock of pink flamingos will appear on a lawn and will move along in 48 hours. Anti-flocking insurance is available for a fee. For more information and to schedule a flocking, contact Judy Rozanski Schuler at (860) 538-0844, judyandthekids@comcast.net or Ron Lamontagne at (860) 829-6025, kadesdad@comcast.net.
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‘Tis the season for carbon monoxide poisoning With the holidays upon us, the heat is being turned on and we are spending more time with the ones we love in the warmth of our homes. As we prepare to venture into a season of colder weather, the Central Connecticut Health District is urging residents to keep in mind the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless gas that can be fatal. The symptoms
of CO mimic the flu, including headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, vomiting or loss of consciousness. The effects of CO poisoning can vary with age and overall health of the individual, as well as how long they are exposed to the toxic gas. If several members of a household experience these symptoms while at home and then feel better when they leave the home, it is a good indicator that there is a dangerous level of CO in
the home. These issues are usually caused by malfunctioning furnaces, improperly placed portable generators and charcoal grills being used indoors. CO detectors are especially important given the number of CO poisoning cases reported during the four major storms Connecticut experienced in the past three years. During 1999– 2010 alone, a total of 5,149 deaths from unintentional
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Holiday kids’ nights Wondering what to do with the kids while you finish your holiday shopping? Bring children to The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., Kensington for an evening of exploration and fun. Pizza will be served. A fee is
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Ten members of the Southington Future Farmers of America Chapter attended the National FFA Convention in Kentucky recently. Students represented Southington High School and the state FFA Association by winning state competitions in spring 2014. Juniors Valerie Perzanowsk, of Berlin, and Kathryn Falcetti and seniors Kurt Holyst and Donald Pringle were awarded silver recognition at the national event. Senior students, officers of the local FFA chapter, also attended. From left, back row: Tim White, Maghen Zagryn, Katie Baldwin, Kurt Holyst, Jon Tumolo, Jeremy Olan. Front row: Kathryn Falcetti, Don Pringle, Kelly Toomey, Valerie Perzanowski.
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Donations sought - The Berlin Free Library is looking for gently used puzzles, books, novelty cake pans and DVDs for its collection and weekly book sale. Donations may be dropped off at the library Mondays and Fridays, 2:30 to 5 p.m.; Wednesdays, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. or any time in the library book drop. Book sale - Berlin Free Library schedules a book sale for Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m. All are welcome.
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Calendar Thursday, Dec. 11 Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 24 is scheduled to meet Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Stop in or call Mike Neault, Scoutmaster, at (860) 828-3611. Boy Scouts - Boy Scout Troop 41 is scheduled to 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. Sit and knit - Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled sit and knit (or crochet) for Thursday, Dec. 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m. All levels are welcome. Drop in. For more information, call (860) 680-1229.
Friday, Dec. 12 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 6 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5.
Sunday, Dec. 14 Concert - Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St., has scheduled its Christmas Concert for Sunday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m. Good-will offering accepted. For more infor-
mation, www.bethanymusicseries.net. Christmas by the Grove - The East Berlin Fire Department, 80 Main St., East Berlin, has scheduled Christmas by the Grove for Sunday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m. The event features live holiday music, tree lighting, children’s activities, refreshments and a visit from Santa Claus. A non-perishable food donation to benefit the Berlin Food Pantry is appreciated.
Tuesday, Dec. 16 Pasta supper - American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules a pasta supper for every Tuesday, 5:30 to 7 p.m. A fee is charged. The public is welcome. For more information, call (860) 8289102 after 5 p.m. 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.
Kensington Congregational Church: The White Gift Service - Sunday, Dec. 14, 4 p.m. A traditional Christmas pageant presented by the children of the church. White gifts are collected for local organizations. Longest Night Service - Monday, Dec. 22, 7 p.m. A quiet service of prayer, music and reflection service intended for those who have lost loved ones in the past year. Christmas Eve Services Family service at 5 p.m.; Service of Lessons and carols, 10 p.m.
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Members of Berlin Congregational Church stand by baskets of the many canned goods and non-perishable items collected during the church’s annual Thanksgiving food drive. The youth transported the baskets to Pistol Creek, where the items were sorted for distribution to Berlin-area residents by the Berlin Department of Social Services. From left: Jake Neault, Eric Oates, James Lynch, Noah Neault, Meghan Oates and Emma Wilcox.
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Jean Marie (Plude) Splettstoeszer Mucha KENSINGTON — Jean Marie (Plude) Splettstoeszer Mucha, 86, of Kensington, widow of Fred Splettstoeszer, and Stephen P. Mucha, died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, at Aurora Senior Living in New Britain. Born in Meriden, daughter of the late Walter and the late Lillian (Schwartz) Plude, she graduated from Berlin High School, was employed at the New Britain Y. M. C. A. until her retirement, and was a member of the Kensington Garden Club. She is survived by a daughter, Eaudine “Dee” Gagliardi and her husband, Richard, of Kensington. Burial in Maple Cemetery, Berlin, will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kensington Garden Club, c/o Debbi Wright, 65 Blue Hills Drive, Kensington, CT 06037. Directions to the funeral home can be found at www.portersfuneral.com
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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 nonprofit, 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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Opinion Muslim attitudes toward Jesus, Mary and Christmas One of the saddest aspects of the world situation today is the conflict that has escalated between radical Muslim fundamentalism and other faiths. Both Islam and Christianity are Ralph monotheLord Roy istic, have their roots in Commentary Judaism, and share many scriptural stories and heroes. In his recent trip to Turkey, Pope Francis prayed alongside the Grand Mufti in Istanbul’s historic Blue Mosque. During his visit to the overwhelmingly Muslim nation he also called for interfaith dialogue to combat religious bigotry and the bitter violence it is producing. Informed Christians generally are aware that Jesus is viewed by Islam as a major prophet who will return to play a major role in the End Times. No, he is not regarded as God, nor the son of God. As we move toward another Christmas, however, the story of his birth found in the Quran shows how much he is revered in the Muslim tradition. In fact, the Virgin Mary receives more space in the Quran than in the Bible, the only woman with an entire chapter named after her. She is called Mariam in Arabic. Her story begins with reference to her birth, which is not mentioned in the New Testament. Her mother, Anne, hopes for a baby boy who would grow up to be a religious leader: but “God knew best what she brought forth.” The Quran tells how a divine messenger (Gabriel?) then visits the young Mariam and announces the coming birth of Jesus, called
Isa in Islam. When Mariam questions how can this be possible since she is a virgin, he replies that it is easy for God to do; “it is a matter so decreed.” Mary goes away alone and the pains of childbirth drive her to the trunk of a palm tree. A voice tells her that when she shakes the tree fresh dates will fall to nourish her. Joseph is not mentioned in the Quran. Mariam shows the newborn child to others, and some begin to condemn her for being unchaste. The Quran then quotes the infant Jesus who miraculously speaks up in his mother’s defense and declares: “I am indeed a servant of God. He hath given me revelation and made me a prophet.” In Islam, Jesus and all the disciples were Muslims. Mariam was a Muslim, too, and we read in the Quran: “Behold! the angels said: ‘O Mariam! God hath chosen thee and purifies thee – chosen thee above all women of the nations.” Despite such parallels, major differences divide traditional Christianity from traditional Islam. The Muslims, for example, do not believe that Jesus was crucified, but was taken up by Allah. Some scholars suggest that Islam was influenced more by Old Testament Judaism than by Christianity. They have similar food restrictions (Kosher and Halal), forbid any images in their houses of worship, and strict Shariah law reflects such ancient Mosaic laws as stoning to death those found guilty of adultery (Deut. 22:22). So, how do Muslims in America view Christmas today? There seem to be three prevailing attitudes. One is deep anxiety and concern. Parents may worry that all the excitement, glitter, and television specials
could influence their young offspring, and they impress upon their children that the celebration of Christmas includes many pagan beliefs and practices that do not conform to the true teachings of Islam. Muslims, some suggest, should isolate their families from society as much as possible during this holiday season. Others try to avoid Christmas frivolity but use the season to teach their children the importance of respecting different faith communities and their traditions. Their hope is that Americans of every religion will live in harmony. On Christmas they are ready to greet Christian neighbors with a warm “Merry Christmas,” perhaps even send friends a card. Meanwhile, they often provide attractive alternatives for their children during the Christmas season. Still others came to America well aware that a festive Christmas is an important part of its culture, and they are ready to celebrate it along with their Muslim holidays. Some deliberately left countries where a repressive form of Islam prevails. BeSee Roy / Page 13
Adjusting to Shamus’ allergies for Christmas My dear kitty, Shamus, has serious allergies, which means no real tree for Christmas. So last year, after an extensive Internet search, I found a place in New York that sells trees made out of driftwood. “Great,” I thought. “He’s got no aversion to driftwood. And I’ll get two experiences-Christmas and the beach-for the price of one.” Isn’t it amazing how things always look so much better, and so much bigger, on the Internet? When I unpacked it, I couldn’t help but address it in a most condescending manner. “Not to be rude, my dear, but you are an ugly thing.” I don’t know what I was expecting; driftwood is not usually lauded for its pulchritude. This thing’s got different-sized sticks poking every which way. If it had fingers and could stick them in a light socket, this would be the result. I’ve made the best of it, though. It perches
on my wood burning stove, and right now every inch of it is covered with Christmas ornaments. No lights, of course, it being made out of wood and all. Over time I have learned to make peace with it, and to have a bit of fun along the way. I keep it fashionable, according to the seasons. In the spring and fall I wrap fake flowers around its spiny limbs. In the fall it is bedecked in artificial leaves. I’m trying to come up with a couple more “outfits.” Maybe this year I can dangle eggs off it at Easter time. This thing is going to earn its keep. I get a bit nostalgic about the trees of Christmases past-the ones that weren’t impostors like my driftwood friend. I’ve had my share of Charlie Brown trees, and to me they were all magnificent. One year I had a shrub that I decorated-for the life See Carr / Page 13
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Carr of me I can’t remember why I went with a shrub. Another year, a long time ago and in a galaxy far away (Georgia in the ’70s), when I was living by myself and had no means with which to buy a tree, I solved my dilemma by going outside and plucking out of the ground what was really a stick that was sporting a little bit of greenery. With room for only one ornament, it did not encourage one to gather one’s friends around it and sing “Oh, Tannenbaum.” There was the year my then-husband woke me up one morning as he was leaving for work, telling me that the Christmas tree had toppled over. Indeed it had. I went into the living room and saw it lying on
the floor like a corpse, with all of its ornaments scattered about. That tree gave us a run for our money. It was always trying to escape, and had to be tethered to the wall, and we never could get it to stand up straight. It kept leaning precariously to the left or the right, threatening to give us a repeat performance. Actually, most of my trees had to be tied to the wall, and they were crooked. I loved them anyway. I remember the year my older son and I went to a Christmas tree farm to cut down our tree ourselves. While trying to decide which lucky tree would be coming home with us, we had quite the disagreement. I opted for a tree on the smallish side, thinking it would be less work, both to cut down and get into the
house. He, on the other hand, had his heart set on a monster of a tree. I kept trying to tell him it was too big, but he didn’t relent, and eventually I did. Of course, we couldn’t even fit it through the door, even when we tried chopping off the top, bit by bit. You can believe “I-told-you-so” rang through the air, and often, that day. We finally traded trees with our neighbor. But really, I love a Christmas tree more than just about anything. All those beautiful sparkly lights casting a warm glow on cold winter nights. I would leave mine up until March, telling everyone that I have a magic tree because it still, after all these months (I had put it up the day after Thanksgiving) was still in good shape. Well, not really. When it was time to retire it to the Christ-
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sides, they reason, isn’t Jesus regarded as a revered Muslim prophet whose birth is recorded in the Quran? They will go to the office holiday party and may even attend a choral presentation of Handel’s “Messiah.” They view Christmas as an opportunity to foster interfaith goodwill and reach out with other Americans to help the less fortunate among us.
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We can regard as heinous and contemptible the Muslim fanaticism of such terrorist groups as al Qaeda, ISIS and Boko Haram while recognizing that the vast majority of those who practice Islam want to live in an atmosphere of peace and mutual respect. Ralph Lord Roy of Southington is a retired United Methodist minister. Email: Ralphlroy@aol.com.
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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, Dec. 15: Seasoned pork loin, apple au jus, orzo, Capri blend vegetables, rye bread, orange. Tuesday, Dec. 16: Swedish meatballs, egg boodles, green beans, oatmeal bread, Tropical fruit cup. Wednesday, Dec. 17: Egg nog, Chicken Kiev with cream sauce, oven roasted potatoes, beets with onions, dinner roll, cheesecake. Thursday, Dec. 18: Apple juice, Shepard’s pie, Romain salad, biscuit, banana. Friday, Dec. 19: Italian wedding soup, unbreaded fish filet, Spanish rice, Geneva blend vegetables, multi grain bread, chocolate pudding.
Strikette bowling, Dec. 2: Irene Willametz, 191. Senior bowling, Dec. 5: Ferd Brochu, 182; Irene Willametz, 171; Frank Vitalle, 165; Chuck Leonhardt, 159; Al Bolduc, 158; Jan Bennett, 157; Joe Sytulek, 153.
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Coalition seeks to close institutions HARTFORD — A coalition of disability rights groups wants Connecticut to close six state-run institutions, including Southbury Training School. Representatives from the Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities and other organizations Dec. 2 said savings from the closures should be used to provide residential services to an estimated 2,000 people waiting for community housing. Some have been on the Department of Developmental Services’ waiting list for up to 20 years. The groups unveiled a public relations campaign to close Southbury and five regional centers, as well as end the waiting list, by 2020. About 500 people reside in the six facilities. While the coalition contends private nonprof it groups can provide community services less expensively, a union representing state employees at the targeted facilities argues both public
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School safety grants awarded HARTFORD (AP) — Connecticut is receiving two federal grants totaling $3.5 million to improve the atmosphere in schools, making them safer and healthier places for students. The state was one of 12 states out of 30 that applied for the School Climate Transformation grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Education. The $3.3 million will help schools respond to mental-health issues among students and connect children
and families with appropriate services and help. The grant money will be distributed over five years. Connecticut is also receiving a $291,483 School Emergency Management grant. The money will enable the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection to provide extra training and help districts update school emergency operations plans. Both grants are part of the president’s initiative to improve school safety after the Newtown mass shooting two years ago. — Associated Press
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Ice skating The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department permits ice skating at Willard Pond, Hubbard Pond, Sage Park Pond and Paper Goods Pond. When weather permits, the ponds are lighted from 5 to 10 p.m. Children should be supervised by an adult. Call (860) 828-7100 for updated ice skating conditions. Ice skating at Veterans Park is not recommended.
Meet with the mayor Mayor Rachel Rochette is scheduled to be available for appointments Thursdays, 5 to 7 p.m., at Town Hall. To schedule an appointment, call (860) 828-7003.
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Great meals and even better memories Thanksgiving has come and gone, but not my memories of those long-passed. I’m glad, because those memories are stellar. I’ve been part of the traditional large gathering at someone’s house, with lots of laughter and a cornucopia of culinary delights. But my favorite ones, the Thanksgivings that just lit up my heart, were the ones I had with my two sons when I was a single mother and they were mere lads. Pure magic they were. Ordinarily my boys could do battle over just about anything – like the other one looking out his window while we were in the car. Apparently one can get quite territorial over one’s window. Ah, but on Thanksgiving peace reigned in our house, and it made me want the day to never end. Not a cross word between them the whole day. I don’t know why. I was just grateful for this amazing phenomenon. Prior to the Big Day we would go the movie rental store – this was before DVDs and Red Box and Netflix – and we each picked out a tape to watch on our VCR. On Thanksgiving Day the three of us made the dinner together, and sometimes when I am just sitting around thinking about all
the wonderful things in my life (I really do that.), I pull out that particular memory. We worked together like a well-oiled machine, and those little cherubs were so proud of their culinary feats. Ryan made the deviled eggs, and honestly, I’ve never had any better before or since. Jordan made the mashed potatoes, with nary a lump to be found, and he did the biscuits. When our masterpiece was done, we ate it in front of the TV while we watched our tapes. They say love is the magic ingredient when cooking, which would explain why it was always the best meal I had ever had. And if there was snow on the ground, and occasionally there was, the day also saw us playing in it. My boys grew up and moved away, and I am back to going to other people’s houses for the Thanksgiving feast. And I always have a fantastic time. But tucked away in my heart are those Thanksgivings of long ago, when the world stopped just outside my door, and my sons and I were cocooned in a world of our own making. Those memories will carry me for the rest of my days. And for that I am truly grateful.
stands should provide one quart of water per inch of stem diameter. Devices are available that help maintain a constant water level in the stand. Use a stand that fits your tree. Avoid whittling the sides of the trunk down to fit a stand. The outer layers of wood are the most efficient in taking up water and should not be removed. Keep trees away from major sources of heat (fireplaces, heaters, heat vents, direct sunlight). Lowering the room temperature will slow the drying process, resulting
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the Berlin Congregational Church to place the bags along Worthington Ridge. Worthington Ridge residents are asked to remove the bags on Christmas morning. For more information, contact Chris Rose at (860) 690-8869 or chrisrose@comcast.net.
Always inspect light sets prior to placing them on the tree. If worn, replace with a new set. Do not overload electrical circuits. Always turn off the tree lights when leaving the house or when going to bed. Monitor the tree for freshness. After Christmas or if the tree is dry, remove it from the house. Never burn any part of a Christmas tree in a wood stove or fireplace. — Prepared by Dr. Gary Chastagner and Dr. Eric Hinesley; edited by the National Christmas Tree Association
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Luminaria display planned The fifth annual Christmas Eve Luminaria Display, organized by Doug and Chris Rose, is looking for volunteers. Luminaria bags are scheduled to be assembled Thursday, Dec. 18, 6 p.m., at the Berlin Congregational Church. Volunteers plan to meet at 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve at
in less water consumption each day. The temperature of the water used to fill the stand is not important and does not affect water uptake. Check the stand daily to make sure that the level of water does not go below the base of the tree. With many stands, there can still be water in the stand even though the base of the tree is no longer submerged in water. Drilling a hole in the base of the trunk does not improve water uptake. Use of lights that produce low heat, such as miniature lights, will reduce drying of the tree.
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Seniors Unsportsmanlike conduct Connecticut high school football drags on too long By Sam Dostaler Special to the Citizen
Thousands of high school football teams around the country compete each year for the ultimate goal of holding up a state championship trophy at the end of the season. In Connecticut, it is no different; year in and year out teams battle each week in an effort to reach the pinnacle of high school sports and to be forever immortalized in their respective town. When it comes to Connecticut, however, one question always comes to mind; why does the season take so darn long? As you sit (or stand) reading this article on a cold December day, the 2014 campaign still has not reached its conclusion. In fact, we are closer to the beginning of the winter sports season then we are to the end of football elsewhere in the country. All practices for winter sports began the Monday after Thanksgiving, at the latest. Yet why does the state allow football to drag on so much? Recently, Connecticut decided to adopt an 11-game regular season, on top of a regular season that doesn’t start until the middle of September as it is. This starting date, or Opening Day, is the latest start to a football season of any state in New England. The earliest starts belong to Vermont and Maine, which began play the last weekend of August. Both states’ seasons where done before Thanksgiving. Every other state began the first weekend of September. Of those states, New Hampshire had the quickest season, crowning its state champions on November 22. The other New England states, Rhode Island and
Massachusetts, both finished their respective seasons this past weekend. Yet Connecticut plays on, deep into the month of December with the season set to finally wrap up with eight state championships game, set for this upcoming Friday and Saturday. But what if some bad weather comes along that delays the championship games this weekend? Well, the powers that be just keep pushing them back, further into the winter sports seasons. Or, if it’s really bad, they may have to cancel them altogether. Last year, that scenario almost came to pass in the Class LL Championship between Southington and Fairfield Prep. Due to inclement weather, the game had to be played on the CIAC’s third attempt to reschedule the matchup. It was rumored that any more postponements would have resulted in another co-championship, but don’t get me started on that ridiculous topic. Following the debacle that was the 2013 Class LL State Championship game, CIAC associate executive director Paul Hoey told the Hartford Courant, “The time has come to re-evaluate the tournament schedule; we can’t be going this late. There are various options for the [CIAC football] committee [to consider], and some may impact Thanksgiving Day games.” But here we are, 365 days later, in the exact same spot. Furthermore, football is the only sport that affects another season’s sports. Every other fall sport ended prior to Thanksgiving; as for the winter season, no sport goes past the middle of March, which gives athletes plenty of time to prepare for spring sports. In my opinion, having the football season go for so long shows disrespect towards the teams and coaches See XXXXXX / Page 19
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nior wings Adam Litwinko and RJ Veneziano. Junior Evan McKinnen should also provide points in bunches. Outlook: Now injury free, McCarthy and Veneziano will look to help Berlin tear up the CCC South. It’s not every day that a team features the size the Redcoats have at their disposal, and they will look to use it to their advantage. Look for plenty of inside-out play, plenty of interior defense, and plenty of wins as the Coats should return to the postseason.
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Key losses: Sam Carbonell was instrumental for the girls’ success last year, while Head coach: Mike Grabowski leaves a big hole Veneziano for the boys Asst. coaches: Joe SerThis season: The girls sass, Corey Edert, and John bring back a talented bunch: Capodice senior Kristen Madeia, juLast season: After starting nior Michelle Grieco, junior the regular season slowly, the Taylor Budney, junior Jodi boys finished strong; howDiCicco, sophomore Sarah ever, they fell one win shy Daddario, senior Sarah Haof the postseason, finishing gen, and junior Sophia Motheir year 7-13. rell. The boys will be led by Key losses: Dante Vasi juniors Connor Ladd and (graduation) proved to be a Kevin Russell. great source of senior leaderOutlook: While the fiship during his time for the Indoor track nal scores most likely won’t Coats, while Brenden Vessireflect the growth they’re chio (transfer) proved to be Head coach: Josh Rosek bound to show, the season quite the talent on the wing. Asst. coach: Steve Soucy This season: A loaded Last season: The Lady could be trying for the boys frontcourt that includes Coats placed 11th in the Class in regards to their overall 6-foot-10 Jake McCarthy and M state finals with 13 points; finishes. As for their female 6-foot-9 Dominick Nuzzo, their counterparts were rep- counterparts, the girls will both juniors, should benefit resented in states solely by from tough defense from se- sprinter Daren Grabowski See Previews / Page 19
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Previews continue to turn heads in their relays, and will most likely improve upon last season’s showing at the finals. Top 10 is definitely a possibility here.
Boys swimming, diving Head coach: Dan Thurston Asst. coaches: Eileen Thurston, Andrew Thurston, and Sean Ferris (diving) Last season: The boys capped off a hard fought regular season with a 16th place finish in the Class M finals
with 147.5 points. Key losses: Luke Switzer, Brian Kennure, and Eric Kemmling will all prove to be difficult to replace single handedly. This season: A new group of seniors –Dan Paszkowski, Kevin Kennure, Wojtek Kajzer, and diver James Sanders –will lead Berlin this year, with strong support from junior Adrian Wojtun, sophomore Tommy Wejda, and sophomore Kevin Klotz. Outlook: Not to put the pressure on them, but these Redcoats have talent, and it’d be rather unfortunate if they can’t finish much higher at states
this year. While the depth chart top Key losses: There were plenty: to bottom has yet to fill out, expect Ethan Greider, Matthew Cote, Zach the aforementioned names to score Mayer, Ryan Ogden, Richard Schlichtplenty of points and plenty of post- ing, and Mike Burek. season qualifications. This season: Berlin will look to a battle tested group of seniors seniors –Jeremy Eliadas, Sam Papacoda, Zach Wrestling Veleas, and Devon Reilly –the lead this year’s squad. Head coach: Jim Day Outlook: Replacing seniors can be Asst. coaches: Mitch Egarzarian, John Fiorillo, Rob Levesque, Ethan difficult, especially a group that was as strong as last season’s. Yet Day has Greider, and Bill Sasso Last season: The Redcoats fin- done an outstanding job during his ished a rather impressive fourth in time in Berlin in always making sure the Class M Finals (120 points) and the Redcoats are ready. There will be plenty of great matches to see. 40th in the State Opens (16).
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and freshmen football coach at for the Blue Knights. Instances such as the one trying to prepare for their spelled out above will conupcoming winter seasons. tinue to happen if rather With football still being simple changes aren’t made played, it affects try-outs to the season’s current and practices and it doesn’t give coaches a fair chance to format. High school football is evaluate their teams. woven deeply into the fabric Again, I will turn to of Connecticut high school Southington and Fairfield sports, and it shouldn’t go Prep game as an example. anywhere. The Southington wrestling However, the CIAC and its team, which is always one of the best in the state, was sev- decision makers have to do right by everyone –players erally affected last year due to the fact that the team had and coaches alike –and start the season sooner. to cancel matches and comNo matter how exiting promise line-ups in others. Much of this was due to that or how interesting, football shouldn’t take precedent fact that Derek Dion was over any other sport. double booked as the head coach of the wrestling team
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ball, there’s still one more game to go. “We’re right where we want to be. This is where we expected to be at the beginning of the year,” said senior tailback Anthony Sisti. “We work extremely hard, and we want to finish the job (with a championship). That’s what our main focus is going to be all week: finish, finish, finish.” Early on, the contest seemed as if the Saturday afternoon crowd at Sage Park would be treated to a thrilling back and forth affair. After a quick 27-yard rushing score from Sisti and a two-point conversion with Cheney Tech least expecting it, the Beavers responded with a 49-yard picth and catch score from Rafael Lebron to Travon Holder to make it 8-6.
That was as close as the Beavers would get all afternoon. Before the quarter had expired, Sisti and senior Eric Garcia added two more rushing touchdowns to extend Berlin’s lead to 22-6, thanks in part to fantastic work by the offensive line. “I thought the guys up front did a great job,” said coach John Capodice. “I thought Anthony and Eric ran the ball well, I thought systematically we did a great job with our fundamentals up front, and our push really freed our backs.” Sisti and Garcia were back at it in the second quarter, combining for another three scores to put the contest well out of hand at the half, 43-6. Junior Zach Pajor, a seldom used tailback with the likes of Sisti, Garcia, and junior Owen Taylor sitting
ahead of him on the depth chart, scored on a nine-yard run in the third quarter to finalize the scoring. Berlin’s second unit played the entire second half. “We’ve got a great group of underclassmen this year,” Sisti said. “They’ve been working extremely hard. They work us really hard in practice and it was nice to see them go out and continue our success from the first half.” Sisti (81 rushing, 20 receiving) and Garcia (79 rushing, 20 receiving) combined for the majority of Berlin’s offense, with senior quarterback Alec Norton and senior wideout Jonathan Platosz chipping in with some timely contributions on offense. Defensively, the Coats were led by junior Owen Taylor and senior Tyler Giangrave, both of whom re-
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corded five tackles each. Junior Nick Perrone registered three tackles and recovered a fumble. Despite the impressive display on both sides of the ball, Berlin knows its work isn’t over. At least not yet. “We were ready to go (against Cheney), we wanted
to get to the state championship,” Sisti said. “It’s been our goal of November of last year when that season ended, and we’re going to finish it off.” Berlin (11-1) will play Brookfield (11-2) Friday night at Willow Brook Park in New Britain. The game will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Preschool screening The Berlin Public School System has scheduled a town wide preschool screening for Berlin residents, ages 2 years, 6 months to 4 years, 8 months, by Jan. 24. Screenings cover language, motor and social skills. The screening assist the school district to identify who may be in need of additional evaluation. The preschool roundup is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 24, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. by appointment only, at the Community Center. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call Sue or JoAnn at (860) 828-6581.
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The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Seasons Greetings !
Holiday Seafood Truckload Sale! Fresh CAB boneless
DOUBLE MANUFACTURER’S COUPONS EVERYDAY
Gift Cards Always Available
4.49 lb. 5 lb avg.
$
Fresh Sliced in our Full Service Deli
Krakus Imported Ham or Land O Lakes American Cheese
6.99 lb.
Jumbo
$
Sunkist Navel Oranges $ .89 each
Chabasso Ciabatta Breads 15-16 oz. asst. var.
2.99
$
Premium Yams
17.98 2lb bag frozen
Sweet Potatoes $ .69 lb.
2.99
$
Hood Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt or Lactaid Ice Cream
2.99
$
32- 48 oz. asst var.
Prince Pasta asst. var. 12-16oz.
4/3.00 or $.75 each
$
31-40 ct.
$
IGA Butter 1lb. Quarters
Holiday Seafood Favorite! Extra Large Raw
Ez Peel Shrimp
Fresh Baked
Southern Grown or
Whole Eye Round Roast
Fresh Center Cut Boneless
Pork Chops or Roast $ 2.99 lb.
Look for many more specials that are prominently signed throughout the aisles! Please stop in on Sat. 12/13 from 8-2 and help us STUFF A FIRE ENGINE! The South Kensington Fire Dept. will be here to collect non perishable food donations to benefit the Berlin Food Bank!
We appreciate your Generous support in past years!
good thru 12/31/14.
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Excludes cigarettes, beer or lottery tickets. Expires 12/11/14.
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