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Class of 2015 urged to take risks By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen

After four years of navigating “ever-shifting floor plans,” as the valedictorian described it, the Berlin High School Class of 2015 officially graduated June 21 with a ceremony at Central Connecticut State University. Class President Suleyman Bozal delivered opening remarks, comparing the time the students spent at BHS to “working as a pizza delivery guy,” with which he has firsthand experience. Freshman year, he said, is filled with “twists and turns” as students get to know the street-like hallways. In sophomore year, students “had more courage. We signal left and finally merge onto the highway.” Bozal said that this class’s journey has not always been smooth. “The road we drove on was not freshly paved, riddled with pot holes and ceiling tiles,” he quipped, but as the years went on students came to realize that although they were all driving different cars, they were moving together in the same direction, every student, from “athletes” to “class clowns.” Bozal said that now that the

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Valedictorian, salutatorian both headed to Northeastern By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen

spoke next, addressing the challenges the Class of 2015 faces. “All of you have talent, raw talent,” he said, and while “BHS has been a great place for us to investigate these talents,” the grads now

This year’s Berlin High School valedictorian, Daniel Paszkowski, and salutatorian, Allie Schulz, are both headed to the honors program at Northeastern University this fall. At the graduation ceremony at Central Connecticut State University June 21, the valedictorian told students “we can’t afford to be complacent” with the challenges this generation faces. BHS principal Francis Kennedy praised both students at the Board of Education’s annual student awards meeting held earlier this month at McGee Middle School. Kennedy said Paszkowski “year after year… demonstrated his ability to rise to new challenges … his valedictorian status was well earned.” Paszkowski took 10 advanced placement courses, with extracurricular participation in athletics and the UpBeat program. He reportedly plans to study engineering. Schulz has played lead roles in school plays

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See Northeastern / Page 3

BHS graduates had much to smile about June 21. See more photos at www.berlincitizen.com. | Christine Huskes / For The Citizen Class of 2015 has “reached the exit” the graduates may be reluctant to part with the “delicious aroma” of the pizza, just as the end of high school is a bittersweet moment. He finished his speech by taking a selfie before passing on the mike. Valedictorian Daniel Paszkowski

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Two Berlin High School students are headed to a national fishing competition to compete for “tens of thousands of dollars of scholarship money” at the High School National Championship on Kentucky Lake in Tennessee, according to Ron Frisk, high school director of CT BASS Nation. Those who perform well in the tournament may even See Anglers / Page 4

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Historical Society - Berlin Historical Society Museum, 305 Main St., at the corner of Peck Street, is open to the public on Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. Pet Fair, walk - Connecticut Humane 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 Friday, June 26 event features the dog walk, a Racing show - Racing Ac- 5K, and a Kids Fun Run for tion Today, hosted by Berlin ages 12 and under. The free native Larry Mongillo, airs ev- 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 a.m. Visit www.cthumane.org.

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Pet adoption - Friends of Berlin Animal Control with the North Shore Animal League has scheduled an adoption event for Sunday, June 28, 1 to 3 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave., Plainville. The event features the friendly and beautiful cats from their foster homes. View all of the adoptable pets and find an online application at www.fobac. org. For more information, call

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.

Tuesday, June 30 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.

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face an economy with 3.3 million other high school graduates. “We 207 comprise only” a small percentage, Paszkowski said, “you have to go to the third decimal place before we even show up.” He said this means the Class of 2015 “can’t afford to be complacent.” In Paszkowski’s view, the challenges the class will face include dealing with climate change (“so we don’t leave a world to our children like that seen in the recent Mad Max film,” he quipped) and a Congress with a historically low approval rating. “Although hard work does not guarantee success, it is the way,” he said. “In our world, interconnectivity is everywhere,” Paszkowski said. He quoted a commencement speech by Colbert Report star Stephen Colbert: “If you love friends you will serve your friends, if you love community, you will serve your community, if you

More happy graduates, including Cornelius Roberts (right). |

Board of Education Presiabout the one day Berlin High School had a pool,” ref- dent Gary Brochu told graduerencing the flooding in the ates to remember “the enemy hallways at the school after of love is not hatred, it is inroofing that had not yet been difference.” He urged gradrenovated leaked during a uates to always answer the Christine torrential rainstorm earlier question “who cares?” with Huskes / For “‘I do’ … to care for others in the month. The Citizen “Challenges await you in truly and honestly and deeply a vastly different world than is to see the world in a new your parents grew up in,” Er- light.” Brochu said that caring win said. He asked that stu- comes with the risk of disildents give a round of applause lusionment and rejection, “a for their parents and family. risk I urge you to take … while “You should probably do that boats are safe in the harbor, once a week as mom and dad boats weren’t built for that.” “Risk your heart,” Brochu prepare to mail out that tuisaid. “Give it away. Give your tion check,” he quipped. He closed, wishing the heart away as often and as Superintendent of Schools love only yourself, you will serve only yourself, and then David Erwin said that 92 per- graduates “a bright and happy completely as possible.” you will have only yourself.” cent of the graduating se- future.” BHS Principal Francis Ken- niors are entering college. nedy started at Berlin High “You will be missed. You left LEGAL NOTICE School the same year as did an impact at the school,” Erthe Class of 2015. “It has been win said. The superintendent joked an absolute pleasure … I am impressed at who you’ve that students also will always be able to “tell your friends become.” Kennedy said the stuAll persons liable to pay taxes on Real Estate and Perdents were prepared “to go sonal Property in and to the Kensington Fire District are forth and seize the American hereby notified that taxes on the Grand List of October 1, dream.”

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be offered a full-ride fishing scholarship to be part of the Bethel University fishing team. “The college fishing series is humongous,” Frisk said. “It will become a high school sanctioned sport before you know it.” Frisk’s son, Travis Frisk, qualified for the championships along with his teammate, Jake McCarthy. The team sold four spots on the shirts they will wear during the competition to sponsors who are helping pay transportation costs for the championship. The team is being supported by Uncle D’s Diner

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other sport is “the challenge … each day is different.” Travis has been working extra hours to raise money for the tournament and to purchase gear. “The electronics will cost me anywhere from $700 to $1,400 but will be well worth the investment,” he said. “Due to my competitive spirit, I’m sure nerves will set in once I get to Tennessee,” McCarthy said. He and Travis have won some tournaments, and plan to continue. Travis said the plan is to treat the competition just like “any other tournament.” McCarthy said that leaving early for the tournament could prove key to winning, allowing the team to get a feel for “the layout of the lake and where we may fish. Pre-fishing will be key to winning.” “All and all, I’m really excited to represent my town on a national scale and can’t wait to head down,” Travis said.

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Xander, left, is a lovable, 6-year-old who is searching for a new home because his owner can no longer take care of him. Xander will always be a kitten at heart. He is goofy and enjoys playing the occasional prank. He also is loving and affectionate. Louie is eight weeks old and ready for his permanent home. He is a polydactyl, meaning he has more than the usual number of toes on his paws. Xander and Louie will be at an adoption event Sunday, June 28, 1 to 3 p.m., at PetSmart, 278 New Britain Ave. in Plainville. View all of the adoptable pets and find an online application at www.fobac.org. For more information, call (860) 8285287 or email fobac.pets@ yahoo.com.

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Due to the work scheduled to be performed on the majority of the Berlin High School site this summer, access to the site, including the athletic facilities behind the school, is now unavailable. The work includes the removal of existing light fixtures and a large percentage of parking lot curbs, followed by excavating, trenching and installing new parking lot lighting, curbs and lighting. Milling and repaving of the majority of parking lots and driveways will follow. There are accessibility path upgrades to fields in the back of the school. The last third of the school will be abated over most of the summer along with selective demolition to facilitate the renovation of the final portion of the school. Many of the hallways that separated other extras already renovated over the past two years will also be renovated to new. Due to the extensive site work and interior work, the summer administrative and guidance staff personnel will be working at McGee Middle School for most of the summer and can be reached at (860) 8286577. Site improvements and interior work are scheduled to be complete in time for the opening of school in late August. Students and parents are anticipated to have access back into the school on or around Aug. 24. The final third of the building will be renovated during next school year and turned over in the summer/fall of 2016. — Press Release

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2014 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Kensington Fire District Kensington, CT PWSID CT0070011 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT JANUARY 1, 2014 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014 LEGAL NOTICE

Contaminant

Water Source

Our water source consists of a consecutive supply from the New Britain Water Department, New Britain, CT. Our daily water production averages around 653,000 gallons, with an estimated yearly withdrawal of 237,830,000 gallons. We maintain approximately 44 miles of water main and our system serves a population of 9,180 residents and maintains 3,080 service connections. Our certified lab is New Britain Water Laboratory. Since we purchase our water from the New Britain Water Department, we are not required to treat our water. Over the past year we have completed some improvements to our system. They consisted of installing 600 feet of 8” ductile iron water main, 4 VFD pumps on Hillside and Ellwood roads, 6 new hydrants, and we finished the drive-by water metering system. In the future, we plan to install another 300 feet of water main. We have meetings every Monday at 6pm at 947 Farmington Ave. (rear), Kensington, CT 06037. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water system, please contact Daniel McKeon, Superintendant, at mailing address PO Box 2, Kensington, CT 06037 or telephone 860-828-9781. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water system.

Source Water Protection

Source water is untreated water from streams, rivers, lakes, or underground aquifers that is used to supply public drinking water. Preventing drinking water contamination at the source makes good public health sense, good economic sense, and good environmental sense. You can be aware of the challenges of keeping drinking water safe and take an active role in protecting drinking water. There are lots of ways that you can get involved in drinking water protection activities to prevent the contamination of the ground water source. Dispose properly of household chemicals, help clean up the watershed that is the source of your community’s water, attend public meetings to ensure that the community’s need for safe drinking water is considered in making decisions about land use. Contact our office for more information on source water protection, or contact the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 1.800.426.4791. You may also find information on EPA’s website at http://cfpub.epa.gov/safewater/sourcewater/. A source water assessment report was recently completed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Drinking Water Division. The completed Assessment report is available for access on the Drinking Water Division’s web site: http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3139&q=398262&dphNav_GID=1824. The assessment found that this public drinking water source has a high susceptibility to potential sources of contamination. Additional source water assessment information can be found at the Environmental Protection Agency’s website: http://cfpub.epa.gov/safewater/sourcewater/.

Water Quality

Kensington Fire District routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. The following table shows any detection resulting from our monitoring for the period of January 1st to December 31st, 2014. It’s important to remember that the presence of these contaminants does not necessarily pose a health risk. The sources of drinking water include rivers, lakes, ponds and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and radioactive material and can pick up substances resulting from human or animal activity. All sources of drinking water are subject to potential contamination by substances that are naturally occurring or man made. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, can be naturally occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming. Pesticides and herbicides may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. Radioactive contaminants 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, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. The table below lists all of the drinking water contaminants that were detected throughout water quality monitoring and testing. The presence of contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk.

TEST RESULTS

Unless otherwise noted, testing was done in 2014. Violation Level Detected Y/N

Unit Measurement

MCLG

MCL

Likely Source of Contamination

Microbiological Contaminants Total Coliform Bacteria

0 absent

Highest monthly # of positive samples

0 absent

1 positive

Naturally present in the environment

Total Organic Carbon (2012)

1.4

ppm

N/A

Naturally present in the environment

Turbidity

1.24

ntu

N/A

Soil runoff

1.413

pCi/L

Naturally occuring radioactivity in bedrock

Barium (2012)

0.011

ppm

Erosion of natural deposits

Copper* (2013)

0.2

ppm

Fluoride (2013)

1.10

ppm

0.45

ppb

Radioactive Contaminants Combined Radium (2006) Inorganic Contaminants

Lead* (2013)

1.3

AL=1.3 Erosion of natural deposits 4

Corrosion of household plumbing systems

AL=1.3 Corrosion of household plumbing systems

*The reported value is the calculated value using the 90th percentile value (the value that 90% of all samples are less than).

Disinfection By-Products Chlorine (2014)

HAA5 (2012) [Total Haloacetic Acids]

TTHM (2012) [Total Trihalomethanes]

RAA=0.65 (0.0-1.80) RAA=6.95 (1.7-12.2) RAA=24.5 (13.7-35.4)

TTHM [Total Trihalomethanes]

RAA=23.13 (19.3-45.8)

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

Initial Distribution System Evaluation (IDSE) Data**

We’re pleased to present to you our Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report. This report, a requirement of the 1996 amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act, is designed to inform you about the quality of water and services we deliver to you every day. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water.

Contaminant

ppm

MRDLG =4

MRDL Water additive used to control microbes =4

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

HAA5 [Total Haloacetic Acids] (2014 - Farmington Ave. location) TTHM [Total Trihalomethanes]

(2014 - Farmington Ave. location) TTHM [Total Haloacetic Acids]

(2014 - Ellwood Rd. location) TTHM

[Total Trihalomethanes]

(2014 - Ellwood Rd. location)

Level Detected

Unit Measurement

RAA=6.7 (6.0-8.5)

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

RAA = 30.68 (ND-30.1)

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

RAA=5.4 (2.5-7.8)

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

RAA = 30.68 (19.3-43.6)

ppb

By-product of drinking water chlorination

Likely Source of Contamination

**In 2007, under the EPA Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule (DBPR) our water system was required to conduct an Initial Distribution System Evaluation (IDSE). The IDSE is a one-time evaluation to determine the levels of disinfection byproducts (TTHM & HAA) in the distribution system for future requlations. Disinfection byproducts are the result of the disinfection of your drinking water. They form when the disinfectants combine with naturally occurring organic matter in the water. The IDSE data was not used for compliance purposes by the CT Department of Public Health-Drinking Water Section, and test results were not required to meet the MCL of 60 ppb for HAA and 80 ppb for TTHM.

Unregulated Contaminants (contaminants with a health advisory) Contaminant

Level Detected

Unit Measurement

DWEL

Likely Source of Contamination

Note: The state allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Not all contaminants are tested for every year due to monitoring waivers and therefore we must use the most recent round of sampling. Some of our data is more than one year old, however, is limited to no older than 5 years. Units: Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/l) - one part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000. Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter - one part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10,000,000. Picocuries per liter (pCi/L) - picocuries per liter is a measure of the radioactivity in water. Micrograms per Liter (ug/l) - a measure of radioactivity in water. Millirems per year (mrem/year) - a measure of radiation absorbed by the water. Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU) - nephelometric turbidity unit is a measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person. Definitions: Action Level (AL) - The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Treatment Technique (TT) - A treatment technique is a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. Million Fibers per Liter (MFL) - Million fibers per liter is a measure of the presence of asbestos fibers that are longer than 10 micrometers. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) - The MCL is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) - The MCLG is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Drinking Water Equivalent Level (DWEL) - A lifetime exposure concentration protective of adverse, non-cancer health effects, that assumes all of the exposure to a contaminant is from a drinking water source. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL) - The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG) - The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. Running Annual Average (RAA) - The average of all monthly or quarterly samples for the last year at all sample locations. Non Detect (ND) - The contaminant was not detected. Not Applicable, Not Established (N/A) IMPORTANT INFORMATION Lead - Major Sources in Drinking Water: Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits. Health Effects Statement: Infants and 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 this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. Copper - Major Sources in Drinking Water: Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives Health Effects Statement: 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 people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could, suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s Disease should consult their personal doctor. Arsenic: The U.S. EPA adopted the new MCL standard of 10 ppb in October 2001. Water systems must meet this new standard by January 2006. Fluoride: Fluoride levels must be maintained between 1-2 ppm, for those water systems that fluoridate the water. Lead/Copper: Action levels are measured at consumer’s tap. 90% of the test must be equal to or below the action level; therefore, the listed results above have been calculated and are listed as the 90th percentile. Total Coliform Bacteria - Reported as the highest monthly number of positive samples, for water systems that take <40 samples per month. Coliforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially-harmful bacteria may be present. Our tests have all been negative. TTHM/HAA5: Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) and Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) are formed as a by-product of drinking water chlorination. This chemical reaction occurs when chlorine combines with naturally occurring organic matter in water. Turbidity: Turbidity has no health effects. However, turbidity can interfere with disinfection and provide a medium for microbial growth. Turbidity may indicate the presence of disease-causing organisms. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and associated headaches. All 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 the 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 at 1-800-426-4791. For most people, the health benefits of drinking plenty of water outweigh any possible health risk from these contaminants. 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/Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). 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. We are responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for thirty (30) seconds to two (2) 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 httlp://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead. Water Conservation Tips Water conservation measures are an important first step in protecting our water supply. Such measures not only save the supply of our source water, but can also save you money by reducing your water bill. Water is a limited resource so it is vital that we all work together to maintain it and use it wisely. Here are a few tips you can follow to help conserve. Additional information on water conservation may be obtained by accessing EPA’s “Water Use Efficiency Program” webpage: http://www.epa.gov/owm/water-efficiency/index.htm: • Check for leaky toilets (put a drop of food coloring in the tank, let it sit, if the water in the bowl turns color, you have a leak). A leaking faucet or toilet can dribble away thousands of gallons of water a year. • Consider replacing your 5-gallon per flush toilet with an efficient 1.6 gallon per flush unit. This will permanently cut your water consumption by 25%. • Run only full loads in dishwashers and washing machines. Rinse all hand-washed dishes at once. • Turn off the faucet while brushing teeth, or shaving. • Store a jug of ice water in the refrigerator for a cold drink. • Water lawn and plants in the early morning or evening hours to avoid excess evaporation. Don’t water on a windy, rainy or very hot day. • Water shrubs and gardens using a slow trickle around the roots. A slow soaking encourages deep root growth, reduces leaf burn or mildew and prevents water loss. Select low-water demanding plants that provide an attractive landscape without high water use. • Apply mulch around flowers, shrubs, vegetables and trees to reduce evaporation, promote plant growth and control weeds. Shrubs and ground covers require less maintenance, less water and provide year-round greenery. • Be sure that your hose has a shut-off nozzle. Hoses without a nozzle can spout 10 gallons more per minute. • When washing your car, wet it quickly, turn on the spray, wash it with soapy water from the bucket, rinse quickly. • Be sure sprinklers water only your lawn, not the pavement. • Never use the hose to clean debris off your driveway. Use a broom. • Rinse other items, such as bicycles or trash, on the lawn to give your grass an extra drink. We, at Kensington Fire District, work hard to provide top quality water to every tap. Water is a limited resource so it is vital that we all work together to maintain it and use it wisely. We ask that all our customers help us protect and preserve our drinking water resources, which are the heart of our community, our way of life, and our children’s future. Please contact us with any questions. Thank you for working together for safe drinking water. 20392-01

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Faith

Griswold students meet seeing eye dog

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By Charles Kreutzkamp

The entire student body of St. Paul School celebrated the school year’s last Mass Day at Dairy Queen.

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“Life Together” classes for all ages at 9:45 a.m.

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Chapel in the Woods Sunday services are scheduled to begin Sunday, July 5, 8:30 a.m. The chapel is located on Sheldon Street, behind the Reeves Education Center. Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 6 through 10. For more information and to register, call (860) 8284511 or visit www.kensingtoncong.org.

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Looking for a faith community? Join parishioners at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 68 Main St., East Berlin. The Eucharist is celebrated every Sunday at 9 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church

Services are scheduled for Saturdays, 4 p.m., and Sundays, at 8, 9:30, 11 a.m. Tot time - Thursdays, 10 and 5 p.m., at 48 Cottage St., to 11:30 a.m. Free program East Berlin, (860) 828-0154. includes play, crafts, snacks. Prince of Peace Drop-in. For more information, call Church (860) 828-6586. Sunday service is schedBethany Covenant uled for 10:15 a.m. 1103 Chamberlain Hwy. Call Bethany Covenant Church (860) 828-5079 or visit Worship - 8:30 and 11 a.m. lutheransonline.com/

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Friday, July 10 from 6 to 9 p.m., the Berlin Republican Town Committee will host a social at the home of Brian and Anne Reilly, 153 Stillmeadow Lane, Berlin. Guests thus far include: August Wolf, challenging U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, and the candidates for the November Town Council election. For tickets, contact Kari Drost at (860) 829-6739 or buy them at the door.

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Kindergarten students at Griswold Elementary School learned firsthand about seeing eye dogs when the retiring director of New Britain Parks and Recreation came to the classroom with his seeing eye dog, Isaac. Bill DeMaio is retiring and will soon become director of Newington Parks and Recreation. “He couldn’t be as independent as he is now without his seeing eye dog,” said Danielle DeMaio, who is Bill DeMaio’s daughter and a teacher at Griswold. “Isaac has given him the sense of sight that many of us take for granted.” DeMaio said that her father showed students “the idea that anything is possible,” as well as explaining how to interact with someone who has a seeing eye dog. “Many people don’t know that it is not okay to pet a guide dog when it is in harness,” the teacher said. The class prepared thank you cards to send to DeMaio that could be felt instead of read, incorporating items such as feathers for the sense of touch.

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Thursday, June 25, 2015

Fire department receives life-saving pet rescue tools

Hungerford summer programs

Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Book sale

Friends of the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library have scheduled the Summer Book Sale Bonanza for Monday, July 6, noon to 6 p.m.; Wednesday, July 8, noon to 6 p.m. and Friday, July 10, noon to 4:40 p.m. in the Community Center, 230 Kensington Road. Cash only.

Children’s events Superhero Summer Reading Kick-off - Saturday, June 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event includes bounce house, face painting, balloon animals, Touch-a-Truck, superhero activities, and food. Toddler Times (ages 18 to 36 months) - Monday, June 29, 10:30 a.m. Independent Preschool Storytime (ages 3 to 5 years) - Tuesday, June 30, 10:30 a.m. Fancy Flower Pots - Tuesday, June 30, 1 p.m. Grades 3 to 5. Registration required.

Thursday, July 2, 6 p.m. Sit and Knit. Join local knitters for a relaxing evening filled with knitting and good company. No registration necessary. Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 - Berlin-Peck Memorial Library closed. Thursday, July 9, 1:30 p.m. - Sit & Knit. Join local knitters for a relaxing afternoon filled with knitting and good company. No registration necessary. Friday, July 10, 1 p.m. Movie Matinée. “Ladies in Lavender.” Rated PG-13. Monday, July 13, 6:30 p.m. Zentangle Workshop. Tired? Stressed? Want to be more creative? Certified Zentangle teacher Kelley Kelly teaches the basics of an art created from illumination and med-

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Adult programs Friday - June 26, 1:30 p.m. - Path to Wellness. Free program about the steps you can take to a happier, healthier life. Call the library at (860) 828-7126 to register.

itation. Materials will be provided. Tuesday, July 14, 6:30 p.m. - Book Chat & Mocktails. Join us for an outside (weather permitting) casual talk about good books. Mocktails provided. Registration appreciated. Thursday, July 16, 6 p.m. - Sit & Knit. Join local knitters for a relaxing evening filled with knitting and good company. No registration necessary. Friday, July 17, 1 p.m. Movie Matinée. “MacFarland USA.” Rated PG. Wednesday, July 22, 6:30 p.m. - Learn Windows 10. Call the library at (860) 828-7126 to register. Friday, July 24, 1 p.m. Movie Matinée. “Second Best Marigold Hotel.” Rated PG.

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East Berlin Library New books

“Finders Keepers” by Stephen King; “Blueprints” by Barbara Delinsky; “All the Single Ladies” by Dorothea Benton Frank; “Texas Tough” by Janet Dailey; “Never Die Alone” by Lisa Jackson; “Piranha” by Clive Cussler; “Radiant Angel” by Nelson DeMille; “Robert B. Parker’s Kickback” by Ace Atkins; “An Italian Wife” by Ann Hood; “Trauma” by Michael Palmer; “Never Say Die” by Tess Gerritsen; “14th Deadly Sin” by James Patterson; “Thin Air” by Ann Cleeves; “Solitude Creek” by Jeffery Deaver; “The Guest Cottage” by Nancy Thayer.

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The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, 191 Farmington Ave., is accepting registration for summer classes for preschool children through grade 5. Preschool POPSICLES classes for children 2-5 years old (2 and 3 year olds must be accompanied by an adult) feature three sessions. Each session may include live animals, games, crafts, stories and outdoor exploration. A fee is charged. Session 1 “Woodland Creatures,” Session 2 “Nature’s Art” and Session 3 “Cooking Creations.” Summer Discovery classes for children include: Session 1 “Water Everywhere” June 29-July 2, Session 2 “Bugs!Bugs!Bugs! Aug. 3-7, Session 3 “Scaly Creatures” Aug. 10-14 and Session 4 “Connecticut Wildlife” Aug. 17-21. A fee is charged. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. For more information, call (860) 827-9064 or visit www. newbritainyouthmuseum.org.

and Dr. Puskaric. Chapman will place the masks on his department’s fire apparatus. The masks are adapted to fit animals faces and come in three sizes: large and small canine, and feline. The masks operate much as do human masks, and provide oxygen to dogs and cats that have suffered from smoke inhalation. “I am delighted that the South Kensington Fire Department will be able to provide oxygen assistance when needed,” said Goldman. CVMF’s goal is to outfit every fire department in Connecticut. CVMF is affiliated with the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), the leading association of veterinarians in Connecticut with more then 650 members. — Press Release

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Pet owners in the town of Kensington can soon breathe a little easier—and so can their pets. The South Kensington Fire Department soon will have specially designed pet oxygen masks, thanks to the generosity of a local veterinarian, her clients, and the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Foundation (CVMF). Dr. Christine Puskaric of Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital in Berlin raised the funds to donate the pet masks as part of the CVMF “Pet-EMS Program.” The program outfits first responders throughout the state with specialized pet life-saving equipment. Two sets of masks were presented to Fire Chief Brian Chapman of South Kensington by Dr. Arnold L. Goldman, representing CVMF

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Opinion By degree While newspaper pages often are filled with stories gushing about the accomplishments of high school athletes and teams — especially when they’re pocketing state championships — a select group of high school students perform at the highest level, year after year, without much fanfare. These unsung heroes are academic stars. They’re at the top of their class, in fact. They are valedictorians, and we applaud them, with a special tip of the hat going to those from our area high schools. It’s an incredible feat being named valedictorian. Students sacrifice a great deal to earn the moniker. They dedicate late nights and early mornings to their studies. To keep their grades glistening, certainly they pass up many enticing invitations from friends. They battle stress and fatigue, and the usual teenage drama. But through it all their motivation never wanes, and this is what allows them to graduate second to none among their peers. For their efforts, valedictorians earn the right to address their classmates and those gathered at commencement. Depending on the valedictorian, these speeches can leave the crowd laughing, or nodding in agreement. Some valedictorian speeches are tear-jerkers, while others are political statements.

No matter the tone, valedictory addresses make it clear to those within earshot that the young speaker is quite special, and destined for big things. History bears out this assessment. This current crop of valedictorians joins an eclectic group of former No. 1 high school students which includes Weird Al Yankovic, Sonia Sotomayor, Dr. Seuss and Jeff Bezos. Pretty good company. Of course, salutatorians — the No. 2 ranked student in the class — are impressive, incredibly driven individuals as well. In many cases, in fact, the difference between the valedictorian and the salutatorian, academically, is minuscule. Some former high school salutatorians? How about Albert Einstein, Michelle Obama and John Legend. Yeah, salutatorians are exceptional, too. With such promise, we’re eager to see what challenges our local valedictorians and salutatorians tackle down the road. If the past is an indicator, they will thrive in whichever endeavor they pursue. Congratulations to them all, and to the entire Class of 2015! Originally published in the Meriden cord-Journal.

Government Meetings Thursday, June 25 Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, 238 Kensington Road, 7 p.m. Monday, July 6 Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Historic District Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Town Council, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 8 Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Library Board Room, 6:30 p.m. Housing Authority, Marjorie Moore Village, Community Room, 5 p.m. Thursday, July 9 Parks & Recreation Commission, Community Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Public Building Commission, 238 Kensington Road, 7 p.m.

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Letters to the Editor Support appreciated To the editor: The Joseph Manzi Foundation’s 13th annual tournament held at the Timberlin Golf Course on Friday, June 12 was a huge success. It was a beautiful day to play golf. The tournament committee and the Manzi family would like to thank all the golfers, volunteers, sponsors and dinner guests that participated this year. We are very grateful for the support that has been given to our family over the past 13 years. Through the generosity of many, we have been able to give back to the Berlin community and thereby keep Joe’s memory alive. Our wish and our goal is to continue to do so. Please visit our website at www. joemanzigolf.com for a complete list of organizations, etc., that our foundation donates to, and updates. We look forward to our annual tournament next year. We thank the Berlin community, friends and family for their continued support. Beverly Manzi Berlin

Who does he really represent? To the editor: The recent Connecticut budget passed by the governor and concocted in secret with Democratic leadership, including Mr. Aresimowicz, will result in massive tax increases, significant hospital layoffs and major employers threatening to leave the state. Mr. Aresimowicz is employed by AFSME, the major union representing state employees. The AFSME website boasts putting Gov. Malloy and fellow Democrats in office, protecting the jobs and benefits of union membership. This budget includes raises for state employees. It is clear Mr. Aresimowicz represents the state employee unions first and the voters of his district second. A number of Democrats crossed party lines and voted against this job-killing budget.

All Republican proposals that included some form of state employee cost sharing to close the budget gap were rejected outright. The Connecticut employee component of the overall budget is estimated at 40 percent in a recent Wall Street Journal editorial criticizing the budget. There are no state employee hiring freezes, increase in health benefit cost sharing, pension reform and yet another year of guaranteed employment. While the hospitals will lay off employees and cut programs, Mr. Aresimowicz’s real constituents will be unharmed. If voter recall was an option I would strongly support it. And I am a lifelong Democrat! Jim Sullivan Kensington

Time for a change To the editor: I have been a proponent to change the tax payment date in Berlin from an annual (12 months in advance) to at least a semi-annual payment date. This change would be welcomed as a great help to the town’s senior citizens and also would bring the Town of Berlin into line with the other 168 towns in Connecticut. My requests over the years have continually fallen on deaf ears. The tax collection of approximately $80 million for a full year in advance surely creates an income opportunity for the town. Question – Is the income earned on these advanced tax dollars significant to reduce the mill rate? It would be sinful if this income was windfall money. Now is the time to change the tax payment dates, as investment rates are at an all-time low. It would seem that a loss of income on investments because of a change to semi-annual tax payments would be insignificant. I would hope that this informal request would be discussed by the council members and the town management team. William Wixon Kensington

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Berlin police support Special Olympics torch run By Charles Kreutzkamp

Police were joined by two Special Olympic athletes on the run, and for a stretch of Members of the Berlin Po- road on Farmington Avenue, lice Department raised some were joined by dozens of $4,000-5,000 for the Special members of the McGee MidOlympics this year, with six dle School track team, which officers running seven miles helped raise more than $500. “They are very, very supacross the town recently before handing off the torch in portive at the middle school,” McCormack said. “Every Southington. “It went very well,” said year, they have been raising over $500.” Sgt. John McCormack. The Berlin Citizen

G r i swo l d E l e m e n t a r y School students also help to support the Special Olympics, placing mile markers in school hallways as part of their own fundraiser. They raised “several hundred this year,” McCormack said. The Berlin Police Department participates in the Special Olympics torch run every year.

High school renovation bill holds steady at $83 million By Charles Kreutzkamp

Rasmussen (I) emphasized town is bonding $47 million the importance of clarifying for the project with a total the cost of the project, as ru- cost, according to Tom Smith All votes were unanimous mors have swirled that it will of Gilbane Construction, of at a quiet meeting of the Ber- cost the town as much as $100 million. Rasmussen said the lin Town Council June 16. See Renovation / Page 12 The council approved an application for a $140,800 grant that would allow for repair and improvements to hiking trails, including those at Pistol Creek, line item budget transfers, and also Affordable, heard a report about the staAll-inclusive tus of the Berlin High School Solutions. renovation. According to minutes, the high school project currently has more than $3 million in contingency funds. sun graphics design.com 401.348.1000 x259 | 860.495.8259 Deputy Mayor William

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The Berlin VNA has scheduled free health clinics at the Senior Center. No appointments are required. Tuesday, June 30 - Blood pressure screening, 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. For more information, call the Berlin VNA at (860) 828-7030.

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Senior Menus 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 29: Beef Stroganoff, egg noodles, carrots, fruit cocktail. Tuesday, June 30: Ribs with sauce, baked sweet potato,

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Tuesday movies - June 30, 1 p.m. - “Still Alice” Rated PG13. Ladies free manicure - Tuesday, June 30, 10 a.m. to noon. Appointments are required.

Senior Bowling Senior Bowling, June 19: Irene Willametz, 190; Chuck Leonhardt, 173; Ferd Brochu, 163; Jim Nishioka, 160; Gil Williams, 160.

Become a firefighter The Berlin, East Berlin, Kensington and South Kensington Fire Departments are looking for volunteer firefighters. Volunteers must be at least 18, of good moral character, reside or work in Berlin and be physically capable of performing the duties of a firefighter. Contact Assistant Chief Mike Blais at mikeblais@hotmail.com or (860) 329-7738.

Graduates Connecticut River Academy - Raymond Cruz, Nathan Gimpl, Cassandra Knopf, Desiree Ramirez of Berlin. Goodwin College - David Balfore, Joanne Boucher, Lauren Hammond, Lee Housley, Beata Marin, Lauren Tucholski; Anthony Cyrulik of East Berlin; Jennifer Boucher, Adam Mikiewicz of Kensington. Salve Regina University, Rhode Island - Mallory Brochu, Kyle Kureczka of Berlin. University of Connecticut - Marijane Ceruti, Camilla Chrzan, Ethan Cope, Christopher Freeman, Mark Hannon, Sarah Hinman, Jonathan Huck, Timothy James, Kevin La, Corinne Laviana, Agnieszka Maciborek, Sarah McLarty, Robert Morrin, Vipra Patel, Kendra Shaw, Amanda Siembab, Daniel Slomski, Kaitlyn Synnott, Natalie Von Achen of Berlin; Alexander Fredericks, Irma Rivera, Colleen Schmalberger of East Berlin. Washington and Lee University, Virginia - Joshua Paldino of Berlin. West Virginia University - Brendon Hull of Berlin.

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Dean’s list B e n t l e y Un ive r s i ty, Rhode Island - Scott Reid, Autumn Edelson of Berlin; Kristina Hagmeier of East Berlin; Margaret Jagiello, Megan Pitkin of Kensington. B r y a n t U n i v e r s i t y, Rhode Island - Emily Charbonneau, Kristopher Langevin, Ryan Lea, Amanda McLeod, Blayne Michalski, Tyler Shirley of Berlin. Central Connecticut State University - Gabriella Bierwirth, Laine Blankenburg, Derrik Bosse, Carley Calafiore, Kaitlyn Cantafi, Christine Chamberland, Isabella Cialfi, Samantha Cooper, Tom Drozdzowski, Taylor Gilleran, Andrew Hall, Jared Hendrickson, Terry Jensen, Joseph Labadia, Gina Lapila, Kyle Lavoie, Austin Lawrence, Tyler Mayer, Carli Mazzarella, Courtney McCloskey, Karalyn McKeon, Colleen Padykula, Rutviben Patel, Michael Pomian, Gina Root, Emily Rose, Brianna Saraceno, Courtney Silvia, Julianna Spring, Glenn Swantek, Nicole Sylvain, Ryan Szalaty, Taylor Tomanio, David Tran, Anthony Vinci of Berlin; Taylor Daniels-Jacobucci, Ben Durao, Nick Gurrieri, Taylor Welch, Nicole Whitehall of East Berlin; Darren Ayotte, Leanne Ayotte, Sara Carpenter, Garrett Daigle, Jeffrey See School / Page 13

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This summer, the construction fence around the school will be extended down Patterson Way as work begins Hearing evaluations.on new areas of the school. Hearing evaluations. will commence demoHearing fittings,Crews Hearing aid aid fittings, lition on the old boiler room, auditorium, and guidance repairs batteries. repairs andand batteries. as new foundation and Medicare, HMOs, area Medicare, HMOs, structural steel will be placed. Medicaid Claims At a meeting earlier this Medicaid Claims

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year, t he Board of Education voted unanimously to push back the school year start date to Aug. 31 for Berlin High School to allow more time for construction. Other Berlin schools will start Aug. 28. Two thirds of the planned classrooms will be fully operational by the time BHS opens in August. Tennis courts, fields, and basketball courts are now off limits due to safety concerns.

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R-E-S-P-E-C-T Hubbard Husky Award winners for April at Hubbard Elementary School are pictured. The trait of the month was respect. Front row, from left: Jayline Sanchez, Sara Langford, Damaris Diaz, Malcolm Ferguson, Katelyn Schillo, Alexandria Rodrigue. Back row: Atreyu Lane, Same Enes, Brett Hodas, Angelina Brennan, Timothy Mrachek, Jayden Lighty. Missing from photo: Will Balicki.

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Resident appointed to Naval Academy George W. Davis, of East Berlin, was appointed into the Naval Academy Class of 2019. A 2015 graduate of University High School of Science & Engineering in HartDavis ford, Davis received the nomination from U.S. Rep. John B. Larson. He served as See Davis / Page 17

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Glowka, Michael Hughes, Kevin Knopf, Christopher Kolodziej, Sabrina Labadia, Mary Beth Milewski, Emily Olson, Amanda Pac, Nikki Sambitsky, Darryl Shaw, Hailie Shaw, Julia Spencer, Jeffrey Sylvester of Kensington. Emmanuel College, Massachusetts - Alina Gallupe of Berlin. Goodwin College - Floriana Ciccio, Magdalena Dzierlatka, Lauren Hammond, Emily Relyea, Rhiannon Solek of Berlin; Brittany Lukasik, Katarzyna Politowski of East Berlin Middlesex Community College Michael Tenore, Dagmara Pupkowski of Berlin; Daniel Ithier of East Berlin.

Providence College, Rhode Island - Kristen Cavaliere, Lauren Fazzino of Kensington; William Cavedon of Berlin. Southern Connecticut State University - Alexandra Burness, Jessica Dimattia, Kaitlyn Fisette, Kayla Gauthier, Emily Hamel, Eric Kemmling, Laura Kuzoian, Michael Lathrop, Paul Mariano, Ali Mian, Malgorzata Mawalaniec, Michelle Ritchie, Erin Roccapriore of Berlin; Tom Dzierlatka of East Berlin; Jake Cyr, Stephanie Delconte of Kensington. Stonehill College, Massachusetts - Danielle Gemmell of Kensington. University of Connecticut - Brian Bostrom, Henry Courchaine, Daniel

Dabkowski, Matthew Kall, Mujtaba Khan, Julia Kipphut, Corinne Laviana, Nefeli Makris, Casey Merola, Emma Morelli, Robert Morrin, John Parillo, Ankit Patel, Dominik Rokita, Brandon Slater, Amanda Starr, Kristina Wezdenko, Zak Wojciech of Berlin; Silas Fischer, Amanda Maule, Irma Rivera, Colleen Schmalberger of East Berlin; Emily Frigeri, Tess Repaci, Holly Robillard of Kensington. University of Hartford - Courtney Brennan, Sylvia Dobrowolski, MacKenzie Friedmann, Eric Hillemeir, Anthony Latina, Erika Mazurkiewicz, Teagan O’Donnell, Cora Ottaviani, Dana Ottaviani, Daniel Rombola, Samuel Sokolowski, David Wilcox of Berlin; Olivia Dellaquila of

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Scholastic achievements Yuliya Biziuk of Kensington was awarded the Stanley Black & Decker Scholarship at the 32nd Student Achievement Recognition Ceremony at Tunxis Community College. Julia St. Armand and Sarah Gangl were recently inducted into the Karen Finder Chapter of the National Honor Society at Hartford’s Sport and Medical Science Academy. Arian Silas of Berlin is a recipient of a National MS Society Scholarship.

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Sports Bulldogs take home title as neither team led by more than two goals until late in the second quarter when Berlin scored three straight to take a four-goal advantage into the half. Burlington was able to cut the deficit in half midway through the third frame before Berlin regrouped and pushed the lead to 14-9 with only four minutes remaining. A last-minute goal completed the scoring and clinched the victory for the

The Berlin youth lacrosse senior Red Boys team made history by defeating Burlington 15-9 June 14 in the John-Hopkins Connecticut Valley Youth Lacrosse championship game. The CVYL title was the first of any kind for a Berlin Bulldogs team. Despite besting Burlington 8-6 earlier this season, Berlin knew it was going to be a tough matchup to take home the crown. The game proved to be a back and forth affair,

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Davis ficers in the naval service. Midshipmen study leadercaptain of his varsity football ship, ethics, small arms, drill, and indoor track teams and is seamanship and navigation, a member of Boy Scout Troop tactics, naval engineering and 41 of Berlin, completing his weapons, and military law. Upon graduation, midEagle Scout project at the shipmen earn a Bachelor of Berlin Historical Museum. The Naval Academy is a Science degree and go on to four-year service academy serve at least five years serthat prepares midshipmen vice as commissioned officer morally, mentally and phys- in the U.S. Navy or U. S. Maically to be professional of- rine Corps. From Page 13

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At the end of the day, participants chose the best leader in their group to advance to an international leadership conference. Steven Miano and Caylie Whiteside were advanced by their respective groups, and Hannah Lavoie and Audra Veach were chosen as alternates. The selected students will attend a week-long, all-expense-paid trip to the World Affairs Seminar to be held on a college campus in Wisconsin next June. A Rotary initiative, this international conference is designed to build global leaders and citizens through an innovative and rigorous program. This unique, interactive, educational experience provides an opportunity for students from a variety of backgrounds and countries to explore and debate issues in a non-threatening environment. Attendees will experience new ideas and viewpoints from their colleagues and from world renowned experts, and they will learn to negotiate and collaborate on solutions. The vision of WAS is Peace through Understanding. This is only the second time BHS students have been selected to move on to the global conference. All BHS attendees agreed that RYLA was a beautiful Saturday well spent, as they walked away with new friends and new skills that they intend to put to use for the remainder of their high school careers and beyond. The writer is Rotarian Advisor to the Berlin High School Interact Club.

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Track

Members of the BHS girls outdoor track team, from left: Jody DiCicco, Hannah Schulz, Sarah Daddario, Nikki Xiarhos, Taylor Budney, Taylor Lupini, Sarah Hagen and Kristen Madeia, competed at the New Balance 2015 Outdoor Nationals in North Carolina, and fared quite well. The girls, pictured with their coach, Steve Soucy, finished with impressive times throughout the meet.

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meter sprint medley with a time of 1:48.8. The Lady Redcoats had a second team competing in the 800 medley that finished 48th. Hagen, Lupini, Daddario and Schulz clocked a time of 2:02.07. The 4x100 relay team – comprised of Budney, Schulz, Daddario and Xiarhos – also had a strong showing. Finishing 32nd overall, the team completed the relay in 50 seconds flat. The top preliminary team, Kentwood of Michigan, ran their relay in 47.62. Berlin ended the race within one second of the 19 teams that finished immediately ahead of it. “When we entered the spring, we thought they might have an outside chance to make it to nationals, because it’s really hard to qualify for that race,” Soucy said. “They worked extremely hard on their handoffs and they were perfect when we were at nationals, so that was really good.” Like the 4x100 team before them, Berlin’s 1600 medley team accomplished a goal set months in advance.

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Dating back to the fall, the team made an effort throughout the year to perform well enough to place in the championship 1600 medley relay at nationals, a feat the foursome was able to accomplish. “We moved up to the top division. We were in the high-

est division for that race. So the place is one thing, but the time was really good,” Soucy said. Budney, Daddario, Madeia and DiCicco completed their top tier race in 4:16. “I think they were thrilled,” Soucy said of the girls’ mind-

set throughout the competition. “Nikki was the only one who hadn’t gone before. The rest of them had gone last year, and they were much

more relaxed this year. They knew what to expect a little bit more, and they were ready for it. I think they enjoyed it more.”

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