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Native writer returns with ‘Lamentation’ By Charles Kreutzkamp
By Charles Kreutzkamp Representatives from Saratoga Associates presented plans for upgrades to the Timberlin Golf Course driving range at a meeting of the Town Council attended by some 20 people, including officials. The proposed upgrade would cost approximately $2 million, with funding options discussed at the meeting including a $4 to $6 surcharge for golf rounds, or other fees, such as a $3 charge on golf cart rentals. The proposed range features heated stalls that would allow golfers to practice 12 months a year, and it would be substantially larger than the current range, moving the 18th hole to free up space and creating a more severe dogleg. The upgrade would also address a substantial risk at the current range; errant balls flying onto adjoining property. “That’s a liability for the city,” said one of the Saratoga representatives. Ten heated driving range bays would be available year round. An economic feasibility study presented to the council found that the range may not pay for itself directly during a 10-year bonding period, but that the range may pay for itself indirectly through increased revenue
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With a regular season record of 10-10, the Berlin High School girls basketball team garnered the 21st seed in the CIAC Class L state tournament. The Lady Redcoats faced No. 2 RHAM (15-5) in the first round Monday, and were bested 49-24. With the win, RHAM earned a date with No. 5 Daniel Hand (18-2) in Round 2. Berlin’s Alyssa Grant is pictured in a recent game against Plainville. | Matt Leidemer / For The Citizen
In the shadow of the same Lamentation Mountain that gives his latest novel its title, “Lamentation,” writer Joe Clifford returns to his hometown with an appearance at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Friday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m. The fictional town of Ashton, New Hampshire is “really Berlin,” Clifford said, transplanted to the north for a “colder, more arctic, brutal winter for the novel. A sort of impenetrable permafrost to echo the scavenging desperation of the characters.” ClifClifford ford now lives in California with his wife and son. Berlin readers will recognize the Redcoats, the Dairy Queen that closes in the winter, a 24-hour diner called “The Olympic,” The Little People’s Playground, street names such as Camel’s Back and Orchard Road, and, of course, the Turnpike, “in all its glorious seediness,” Clifford said. Publishers Weekly gave “Lamentation” a starred review, praising the “lean, gritty prose” and Clifford’s understanding of “human potential for moral collapse and redemption.” Library Journal called the novel “a taut thriller rendered in vivid prose.” See ‘Lamentation’ / Page 5
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from other sources. “I believe there are many ways revenues can increase, but you have to think long term,” Timberlin Golf Pro Marc Bayram told The Citizen. Bayram said the large initial cost of a new driving range would be worth it in future profits. He thinks an upgraded range would provide Timberlin “the piece of the puzzle we are missing; a
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sufficient place to practice.” Though direct range fees would be the most obvious source of revenue, both Bayram and officials at the meeting agreed that the actual economic impact of the range may be substantial, though difficult to measure. For example, if the driving range draws more golfers, those golfers may purchase rounds of golf, food or beverages, and golfing supplies at Timberlin. “A great analogy is to compare it to a movie theater,” Bayram said. “When you go to see a movie you buy a ticket, then maybe some popcorn, candy, and soda.” Bayram said the current range, which does not allow golfers to practice with drivers, is like a movie theater that does not offer popcorn. “Timberlin definitely needs this upgrade to stay competitive,” the golf pro said. “Corporate and charity outings are a large source of revenue for Timberlin and they are always shopping around. What is keeping Timberlin from being a premier golf facility is a sufficient driving range.” Saratoga representatives said the course has “good
bones,” for being financially successful in the future. Having substantial practice facilities would also help Timberlin introduce golf to new players. “Junior golfers, 18 and under, also hold a large stake in the golf population nowadays because of the programs offered by the PGA of America and First Tee Foundation,” according to Bayram. “As a PGA member, I know the vision the association has towards the future of the game, and it lies within our youth. Giving them every opportunity to learn the game no matter what their financial situation, race, or gender is what is most important for golf ’s future.” Bayram isn’t just the town’s golf pro, he is also a town resident with a young family. “I am a big believer in the long term success of the driving range project presented by the Saratoga group,” he said. “With strategic marketing, competitive pricing, and instructional programs offered for all demographics, the driving range will be successful and an additional revenue source for the town of Berlin.”
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Berlin High School AP Studio Art has a showing at Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. Deemed by the College Board, the AP Studio Art Course breaks down into three different strands or areas of focus: Drawing/ Painting, 2-D Design, and 3-D Design. The opening was scheduled for Tuesday, March 3. The show is on display through Saturday, March 7.
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Established patients of Dr. Sack may contact the Meriden office at 203-886-0036 to facilitate transfer of their medical records. In addition, signed medical records requests may Dr. Sack will be relocating be faxed to 203-886-0072. to the CTGI Meriden office, Sincerely, Midstate Medical Center PaThe Physicians and vilion D Suite 106. His new Staff of Connecticut GI office is conveniently located just down the hall from his old location at Midstate Medical Center. He is excited to be able to continue to be available for office visits and procedures on a full time basis. Dr Sack’s membership in Connecticut David Sack, M.D. GI will allow his patients to Board Certified receive comprehensive gastroGastroenterologist
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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.
St. Patrick’s Day dinner - Knights of Columbus Council 3675 has scheduled a St. Patrick’s Day dinner for Saturday, March 7, 5 p.m., at St. Paul School. The event features corned beef dinner and entertainment by Griffith Academy Irish Step Dancers. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call Terry Lescoe at (860) 828-9285 or Thomas Sullivan at (860) 505-8128. Psychic - Berlin High School All Night Graduation Party has scheduled a fundraiser with Angelina Diana, psychic medium, for Saturday, March 7, 7 p.m., at McGee Middle School. For more information and tickets, contact Rosemary Goodwin at (860) 878-1050 or rosegoodwin@comcast. net. Concert - Bethany Covenant Church, 785 Mill St.,
Friday, March 6 Racing show - Racing Action Today, hosted by Berlin native Larry Mongillo, airs every Friday, 6 p.m., on Comcast cable channel 5. Wrestling - BHS at New England Championships.
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Proffitt Shines in New Role Berlin resident Dr. Ryan Proffitt is enjoying his new role as a pharmacist at Beacon Prescriptions in New Britain. He will celebrate his one year anniversary at the independent pharmacy located on West Main St, and feels like Beacon Prescriptions is allowing him to actually do the things that made him want to become a pharmacist. “I’m finally in a place where I could devote my time and knowledge to the customer and really make a difference in their healthcare lives. Working on a staff where there are always four to six other pharmacists present gives me the ability to listen and talk with customers, and treat them like guests to our pharmacy.” Proffitt graduated from BHS in 2004 and earned his doctorate in pharmacy from the Massachussetts College of Pharmacy in Boston. In college, he was a pharmacy intern at CVS Pharmacy in Kensington for Todd DeGroff, RPh, current owner of Beacon Prescriptions. “Todd taught me what true customer service was and the level of customer service that makes customers want to come to your pharmacy. It’s not about meeting customers’ expectations, it’s about exceeding them and going above and beyond to take care of them. At Beacon Prescriptions, Ryan has the ability to make deliveries and house calls to customers that cannot get to the pharmacy. He can explain their medications, answer questions, and help with adherence to their medications. Beacon Prescriptions employs seven full time delivery drivers and offers free delivery to customers’ homes or offices. Beacon is one of the busiest independent pharmacies in the country, but what really makes Beacon Prescriptions unique is that customer service certainly isn’t compromised.
L to R: Todd DeGroff, Pharmacist/Owner, Ryan Proffitt, Pharmacist, and Karen D’Arco, Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
“We know customers have choices and retail pharmacies are all over the place. My role is to be available to customers and provide the best customer service at any pharmacy they could find. Todd has assembled the best team I have ever been a part of, and it’s great to be reunited with my former preceptor. Being employed at Beacon Prescriptions has made me realize what a valuable part of the healthcare team a pharmacist can be.”
DeGroff says, “Ryan has been an extremely valuable asset to my staff at Beacon Prescriptions. It was always a privilege to have him as my intern; and it was a great honor to have him accept our offer to join Beacon. He understands that we prides ourselves on customer service, and he knows that it’s his responsibility to take his time with any customer that needs help. Everyone on our team has to be the best at customer service for all our customers, and Ryan, as well as every other employee, makes sure that happens every day.” That is why we all know Ryan surely will continue to shine.
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Calendar mation, 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.
Historical Society - The Berlin Historical Society is scheduled to moderate a PTO - The Hubbard El- story sharing event celeementary School PTO is brating the history of Main scheduled to meet Tuesday, Street, Kensington, for March 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Wednesday, March 18, 1 to school cafeteria. Parents and 3 p.m. at the Senior Center, guardians of Hubbard stu- 33 Colonial Drive. For more information and to register, dents are welcome. call (860) 828-7006.
Wednesday, March 11 VFW - The Berlin VFW Post 10732 monthly membership meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 11, 7 p.m., at the Post Hall, 152 Massirio Drive.
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In a frigid New Hampshire winter, Jay Porter is trying to eke out a living and maintain some semblance of a relationship with his former girlfriend and their 2-year-old son. When he receives an urgent call that Chris, his drug-addicted and chronically drunk brother, is being questioned by the sheriff about his missing junkie business partner, Jay feels obliged to come to his rescue. After Jay negotiates his brother’s release from the county jail, Chris disappears into the night. As Jay begins to search for him, he is plunged into a cauldron of ugly lies and long-kept secrets that could tear apart his small hometown and threaten the lives of Jay and all those he holds dear. Powerful forces come into play that will stop at nothing until Chris is dead and the information he harbors is destroyed.
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friends “avoid at all costs.” Clifford doesn’t mind admitting he read Nicholas Sparks for inspiration. Though he doesn’t write like Sparks, and has no desire to, “the man does sell books… like the best rock ‘n’ roll, a confluence of influences is the way to go.” “We’ve already had a lot of interest in (Clifford’s) upcoming talk,” Head of Adult Services at Berlin-Peck Memorial Carrie Tyszka said. The Friday-night event is
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Often called a “rock ‘n’ roll” writer, Clifford escaped 10 years of “hardcore heroin and meth addiction” relatively unscathed, with his “faculties and health intact. Others weren’t so lucky. My brother is also an addict and he never bounced back.” “Lamentation” is a brother story, drawing on both of Clifford’s real-life brothers for inspiration. “I have always been fascinated by brother stories,” the author said. “A brother is as close as you get to another ‘you.’” “When I read at Peck Memorial last time in support of my memoir, ‘Junkie Love,’ the place was packed. It’s a great feeling to come back home,” said Clifford, who sometimes yearns to return to his hometown full-time, though he’s sure it will never happen. “My wife Justine is a Bay Area girl, through and through,” he said. If Clifford’s childhood home comes up for sale, however, “all bets are off.” When the writer “was 16, though, Berlin was just this tiny farm town I was desperate to escape.” The most challenging aspect of writing “Lamentation” was the love story, something Clifford said a lot of his male crime-writing
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The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain offers several scholarships for graduating seniors and students already enrolled in higher education. Deadlines vary by scholarship and town. For more information, visit www.cfgnb. org. The Robert T. Kenney Scholarship through the American Savings Foundation is accepting applications. Deadline is March 31. Applications can be submitted at www.asfdn.org. For more information, call (860) 827-2556. Dunkin’ Donuts plans to award 50 scholarships to qualified high school seniors in Connecticut, as part of a Community Partnership program. For more information, criteria and an application, visit www.dunkindonuts. com/scholarship. Deadline is Sunday, March 18.
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p.m. - Maundy Thursday meal in the upper room. Easter Sunday Sunday, April 5 - Sunrise service, 6:30 a.m., at Hall’s Farm, 282 Southington Road, followed by pancake breakfast in the church parish hall. Easter worship, 10 a.m. in the church. No Sunday school; crib room is open for all ages. Parent/Child Playgroup Tuesdays, 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. The group meets weekly, on a drop-in basis, in the Reeves Educational Center, 185 Sheldon St. Playgroup is open to all who care for children, from infants to preschoolers. Bible study - Wednesdays, 11 a.m., in the church parlor. For more information, call (860) 828-4511.
throughout Lent, “Soup and Something” dinner at 6 p.m.; worship service at 7 p.m. March 11, First Lutheran of New Britain, 77 Franklin Square; March 18 - at Prince of Peace, 1103 Chamberlain Highway; March 25 - St. Mark’s, 147 W. Main St., New Britain. For more information, call (860) 828-5079 or visit luthernsonline.com/ princeofpeace06037.
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BERLIN — Henry “Hank” Joseph Andrukiewicz, 87, widower of Veronica (Fisichella) Andrukiewicz, passed away Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at home with his family at his side. Born in New Britain, son of the late Anthony and the late Wanda ( To p c z e wski) Andrukiewicz, he proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, and retired from the University of Hartford as chief financial accountant. He was a member of St. Paul Church where he faithfully served on the finance council, instructed baptism, religious education, and set up a system of recording the church’s weekly collections. He was also a member of Sacred Heart Church, New Britain, The Knights of Columbus, the V.F.W., National Association of Tax Practitioners, the Polish National Alliance, and the Metropolitan Opera Guild. An avid opera lover, attending local performances and at the Metropolitan Opera every
season, Hank also loved gardening and classical music. He is survived by two sons, David Andrukiewicz and his spouse, Murray S. Brown, of Winter Springs, Fla., and Marc Andrukiewicz and his wife, Karen, of Durham; a daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Keith Wolf, of Windsor; and three grandchildren, Kyle Andrukiewicz and his fiancee, Lauren McTague, Kelly Andrukiewicz, and Jennifer Wolf. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a brother, Stanley Andrukiewicz; and a sister, Maryann Andrukiewicz. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 4, from Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, Kensington, with a funeral liturgy at St. Paul’s Church on Alling Street. Entombment was followed with full military honors in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Monsignor Bojnowski Manor, 50 Pulaski St., New Britain, CT 06053, or to Hartford Healthcare at Home, 300 Queen St., Southington, CT 06489. Directions to the funeral home can be found at: www.portersfuneral.com.
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — Michael “Jody” Joseph Tolomea III, 39, of Mount Pleasant, S.C., husband of Brenda Holladay Tolomea passed away on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015. Jody was born March 16, 1975, in Charleston, S.C., son of Brenda Alexander Tolomea and the late Michael Joseph Tolomea, Jr. He was a graduate of Bishop England High School and went on to graduate from Charleston Southern University in 2003. He was an avid soccer player, having played for Bishop England, Hungry Neck, Trident United, and Brevard College. Jody was an Editing Specialist with SAIC, and attended First United Methodist Church on the
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Abed, and Donn Ilagan. A Celebration of Jody’s Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, in the First United Methodist Church Isle of Palms. Interment private. The family received friends in the church fellowship hall following the service. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the “Madison Tolomea Fund” and/ or the “McKenzie Tolomea Fund,” c/o SC Federal Credit Union, Southampton Branch, 1620 North Highway 17, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.
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themselves. Volunteers don’t only provide The Hospital of Central Connecticut offers transportation, but also offer encouragement and support to the patients. Call 1-800-227-2345. a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. Those who enjoy public contact and would like to volunteer, call Volunteer Services at Lunch & Learn (860) 224-5231; or, complete an on-line appli“The Silent Cancer,” a Lunch & Learn precation at Hospcentralct.vsyshost.com. sentation, is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, noon to 1 p.m., at The Hospital of Central Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Connecticut, New Britain campus, 100 Grand The American Cancer Society’s Road to Re- St. Dr Christine Bartus, colorectal surgeon, is covery program is currently in need, statewide, scheduled to speak in recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. for drivers. Seating is limited. The program offers transportation to and Reservations are required. To RSVP, call from treatment for people who have cancer and do not have a ride or are unable to drive (877) 424-4641.
Senior Menu Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, March 9: Pulled pork, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce.
The Berlin AARP Board of Directors will meet Monday, March 9, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly ChapStrikette Bowling, Feb. 24: ter meeting is set for Tues- Barb Patterson, 152; Irene Willaday, March 17, 1:15 p.m., at the metz, 151. Feb. 26: Alice Ming, 171; Irene Senior Center. Entertainment Willametz, 158. by the Irish Step Dancers. Senior Bowling, Feb. 13: Al
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Opinion Five technologies that could transform agriculture As Berlin is in the process of considering revisions to decades-old farming regulations, some may wonder what changes the town may consider in another 20 years. By that time, emerging Charles agricultural Kreutzkamp technologies may totally transform the way food is grown. These five technologies are a sign of things to come:
5. Self-driving harvesters According to the July 1940 issue of Popular Mechanics, Frank Andrew developed a driverless tractor attached to a fixed barrel in the center of a spiral. The tractor could dig furrows and plant seeds in a spiral as the cable unfurled. Ford took a shot at a driverless tractor in 1950, but it was never made because it required an underground wire running throughout the field. Flash forward to today, and John Deere, Case IH, Fendt, and the 2012-founded Autonomous Tractor Corporation are all working on tractors that can use a combine to automatically harvest
crops. “Everybody in our market has an eye on this as the end game,” Aaron Senneff, manager of hardware and systems engineering for John Deere Agricultural Management Solutions, told DesignNews back in 2008. In the past five years, all four companies have unveiled prototypes that use GPS, optics, and lasers to help the tracA proposed vertical farm on only one-tenth of an acre adjacent to a parking garage in tors visualize crops. Jackson, Wyoming. | Vertical Harvest
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Light can be fine-tuned to give each species of plant the exact level of light it most prefers to thrive, and there’s no need to worry about the growing season. The system can work anywhere, potentially reaping huge savings on food transportation costs.
In the town of Jackson, Wyoming, work has begun on a 13,500 square foot greenhouse with a twist: the building will be fitted into a tiny 150’ x 30’ lot alongside a parking garage, taking up only one-tenth of an acre with the goal of producing five acres worth of food. Vertical Harvest has already negotiated pre-purchase arrangements with restaurants for 95 percent of its vegetables, and the company plans to hire adults with developmental disabilities as a way to provide them with employment and help integrate them into the community. The vertical greenhouse will use a system similar to a dry-cleaning carousel to maximize the amount of available sunlight to plants, according to their website.
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1. Saltwater plants Though all these technologies are exciting, each shares one thing in common: dependence on the 3 percent of the world’s water that is fresh. 70 percent of freshwater is already used for agriculture, making a future water shortage a concern. To the rescue is the salt-tolerant potato. Most crops droop and shrivel when exposed to saltwater, but researchers in the Netherlands have bred (not genetically modified) a potato that can cope with diluted saltwater. “What we find is that, if you tease a plant with salt, it com-
Police station update Dear citizens: The Berlin Board of Police Commissioners has acknowledged the results of the 2014 referendum. We have taken the responsibility to review all expenses associated with the proposed Berlin Police Station build. And as a result, we have achieved a reduction in overall square footage requirements of 4,783 square feet and an approximate cost savings of $1,868,399. The Police Commission is focused solely on building a badly-needed police station facility and prefers a centrally-positioned location to effectively reach the entire town. The boulevard connection onto Farmington Avenue had been placed under the proposed Berlin Police Station project. The Police ComMedically supervised
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pensates with more sugar,” Dutch Researcher Argen de Vos told The Guardian. “The strawberries we grow, for example, are very sweet. Nine times out of 10 the salt is retained in the leaves of the plant, so you’d have to eat many, many kilos of potatoes before you’d exceed your recommended salt intake. But some of the salads are heavy with salt; you wouldn’t eat them by the bucketful.” At the same time, the fear of a water shortage shouldn’t be overblown while lawn grass is still the most irrigated crop in America. According to ScienceLine, 1.9 percent of land in the United States is dedicated to growing grass: 40.5 million acres, compared to only 9.7 million acres of corn, in second place. Desalination of water may be expensive and leaves behind concentrated brine as a waste product, but this proven technology provides the majority of drinking water for Saudi Arabia, so fears of running out of drinking water should not keep you up at night. Nevertheless, the researchers hope their new salt-tolerant plant breeds will allow farmers to reclaim farmland ruined by seawater encroachment.
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Sports Top of the Eliades places third at Open pyramid Lady ’Coats bounced from state tourney
Redcoat cheerleaders win CCC South By Matt Leidemer Special to The Citizen
Berlin, as Vin Biscoglio (195 pounds; 2-2), Zach Veleas (138; 2-2) and Nick Arborio (106; 3-2) all made it to the fourth round of the consolation Eliades earned himself a spot in the bracket. Biscoglio and Veleas both By Nate Brown The Berlin Citizen New England Interscholastic Wres- lost their final matches to eventual tling Championships, which will be place-winners. Wrestling Drew Mals (126) and Zach Pamheld Friday, March 6 and Saturday, puro (152) both recorded 0-2 finEven after the final Connecticut March 7 in North Andover, Mass. Eliades made it to the quarterfi- ishes, as each wrestler fell in their wrestling meet of the year, Jeremy Eliades’ high school career is far nals at the Open meet before fall- first championship bracket match ing to eventual champion, Anthony and first consolation bracket match. from over. As a team, Berlin finished 25th Eliades, a senior captain for the Falbo of Newtown. Eliades (4-1 reRedcoats, placed third in the 170 cord) quickly pinned Sean Penney overall with 32 total points. Newpound weight class in the State of Simsbury and bested Seve Bur- town won the Open with 159 points. Eliades is set to face Mark LeOpen this past weekend at the gos of Xavier, 4-2, in the consolation Floyd Little Athletic Center in New bracket to take home third. Five other wrestlers competed for Haven. By landing on the podium, See Notes / Page 13
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Two local teams competed in the seventh annual Central Connecticut Conference Cheerleading championships this past Saturday at East Hartford High School. The Berlin High Redcoats returned to the top of the CCC-South Division after a two-year absence, while Southington added to their record-extending streak to seven straight divisional titles in the West Division. The Redcoats were also named CCC Grand Champions, having the highest overall score, nudging out divisional rival Bristol Eastern and Southington. It was the first conference championship for head coach Kailyn Martino, now in her third year at the helm of the Redcoats. “I was so proud of them, they were phenomenal,” Martino said after the meet. “They hit their routine, they’ve been working so hard. Their goal was to be the best they could be, and that’s what they did today. As soon as they were done and getting off the mat, we were so proud of them, and very excited for them.” Southington head coach Heather Allenback was also very pleased with her team’s performance. “I’m very proud of them,” Allenback said. “It’s a very young team. We lost 10 performing seniors out of a 15-person team, so to bring in a whole bunch of new girls plus three freshmen, they did a tremendous job.” The CCC meet was the second competition of the day for the Blue Knights. “We also competed this morning [placing 5th in the Open Division at NECA],” Allenback said, “and we scored consistently in both competitions in the 80s. We weren’t at this point last year, so we’re super happy about that.” Several cheerleaders from local schools were named to the All-Conference teams. Caitlyn DiCioccio, a senior captain, and Victoria Giaccone, a junior, were selected from Berlin. “They work so hard, they’re
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George “Mush” Kanupka was a 1936 graduate of Berlin High. In the spring of 1935, before Berlin had a full high school (it only had 11 grades at that time), “Mush’’ pitched a no-hitter against the American School for the Deaf. It was supposed to be a nine-inning contest, but the opposing coach asked for mercy and the officials shortened the game to seven innings. By that time “Mush” had struck out 21 batters. He pitched many other outstanding games for Berlin High and went on to become a respected pitcher in the old Industrial League in New Britain and in semi-pro baseball throughout the state. Some of the teams he played for were the East Berlin Mohawks, Kensington Maroons, New Britain Falcons, Berlin Auto Sales, and Kanupka New Britain Machine. “Mush” was also a member of the Berlin High football team. He was a lifetime resident of Berlin, volunteering of both his time and his money in supporting Berlin Little
Fran Rio graduated from Berlin High School in 1956. He was a three-sport athlete participating in basketball, football and baseball. In basketball, he was a co-captain in his senior year, averaging 12 points. He was considered one of the outstanding performers in the 1954 Class C tournament. In his football career, he played both defense as a safety and offense as a running back. In his senior year, he scored the extra point against Farmington to secure a tie and save the 1956 undefeated football season. He received the CIAC Award of Merit for football in 1955. He was a four-year member of the baseball team, hitting .411 with seven home runs during his senior year. Fran was the only athlete to receive three varsity sports Rio letters in his sophomore year. Fran was also active in the school community as class vice president for three years, also, he was a three-year member of the Key Club, and sports editor of the year-
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Over 20 years ago, he organized, and still manages, book. Upon graduation, he a racquetball league and still went to Central Connecti- plays five days a week at 5 cut State College where he a.m. Fran is married to Mary played basketball for one year before transferring to Ann Wilson Rio and has five Fairfield University, where children, Kim Rio, a veterihe received his undergrad- narian in Berlin; Francis III, uate degree and going on to an attorney in New Mexico; Fordham, where he received Dale, a photographer in Philadelphia and New York City; his Masters degree. Fran served two years in Brian, an English teacher in the Army after graduation. New Hartford, N.Y. and a forHe was active in the com- mer manager with the MBA munity where he was a Little of NYC and Kevin, a PHD League coach and served on student at Brown. The induction ceremony is the Berlin Board of Selectmen. He worked for the De- scheduled for Sunday, April partment of Defense for five 26 at the Aqua Turf. RSVP years and had a successful ca- by April 1. For more informareer as contract manager for tion, contact Marie Siegal at mvs7581@yahoo.com. Raymond Engineering.
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League, Berlin American Legion baseball, American Legion Boys and Girls State, and Berlin Special Education Association. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Navy. He worked most of his adult life for the town of Berlin and was instrumental in organizing the Berlin Policeman’s Union, and served as its first president. As a driver for special education students in town, he organized annual Christmas parties for them with Santa arriving one time by horse and buggy and another time by helicopter.
As a veteran, he was active in organizing the Memorial Day celebrations in town. “Mush” passed away in October 1988. He was predeceased by his wife, Victoria. They had three children, George Kanupka III, Janey Kanupka Snyder and Brenda Kanupka Kidd. His son, George, was a member of the 1963 Berlin High School football team that was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014. The induction ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, April 26 at the Aqua Turf. RSVP by April 1. For more information, contact Marie Siegal at mvs7581@yahoo.com.
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very determined,” Martino said of DiCioccio and Giaccone. “These kids really deserve it.” Southington selections were senior Natalie Soto, junior Jessica Lee, sophomore Kristen Shubert, and freshman Sarah Newhart. Also selected from the area were Plainville seniors Isabella Donahue and Nicole Lembo, and juniors D’Nasia Holley and Lauren Acey. Donahue, a senior captain for the Blue Devils, was also named All-State for the second consecutive year and is the first Plainville cheerleader to be a multi-
ple-time All-State selection. Both schools will be competing Saturday at CIAC State Championships in their respective classes: Berlin will compete Saturday morning in Class M, while Southington will compete in the afternoon in Class LL. Martino’s team is anticipating the challenge. “We told the girls coming into this week, because the league meet was pushed back, that this was like states week as well. We always work hard, no matter what we’re going to. We’re excited to go to states and continue to work hard like we always do.”
Local honored by UPS Philip Putnam, of Berlin, has been inducted into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving.
lead the Redcoats. Sophomore Nina D’Amato added 10 points, including two 3-pointers. Sophomore Heather Sullivan (2 points) and freshman Alana Garofalo (one) were the only other players to score for BHS. RHAM (17-6) was led by Sydney Masna (11 points, 13 rebounds), Lia Baroncini (9 points) and Maresa Catenzaro (9 points).
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minutes of play, it was Berlin which fell flat in the secon-Duque (Monument Moun- ond. The Redcoats were tain Regional, Mass.) in the outscored 12-0 in the second first round. Should Eliades frame to fall behind 21-3 at the best his foe, he will face the half. Although the Redcoats number one overall seed in scored 21 points in the second the 170 pound class, Fritz Ho- half, the Sachems dropped 28 points themselves to easily ahn of host North Andover. stay ahead. Senior Alyssa Germano Girls basketball scored 11 points in her final The Lady Redcoats’ post- game for Berlin (10-11) to season run was short lived, as 21st-seeded Berlin fell to 12th-seeded RHAM in the first round of the Class L state tournament on Monday, 49-24. Despite both teams struggling in the first quarter with RHAM only holding a 9-3 lead after the first eight 11340-01
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Anchor’s story of forgiveness draws big crowd By Charles Kreutzkamp The Berlin Citizen
More than 100 people signed up for news anchor Kara Sundlun’s book discussion at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Feb. 25. Her book, “Finding Dad: from ‘Love Child’ to Daughter,” is the real-life tale of Sundlun’s journey meeting her father Bruce Sundlun, who served as governor of Rhode Island from 1991 to 1995. “It was an outstanding program,” said Friends of the Library board member Pat Baxa, who was “very impressed” with the turnout. “It means people are reading.” “It was a great program,” said Anne Carubba of Berlin.
“I really enjoyed it,” said Jill Price of Newington. The book comes at a time when, according to Sundlun, “fatherlessness is an epidemic in our country.” The National Center for Fathering estimates that as many as 33 percent of U.S. children live absent their biological father, with as many as 39 percent of students in grades 1 through 12 not living with their fathers. The details of theses circumstances may vary, but Sundlun’s message of forgiveness can apply to many situations. For Sundlun, forgiving her father for not being present for her as a child, and forging a relationship with him, was life-changing. “We ended up having such a great time. He
ended up walking me down the aisle, becoming a wonderful grandfather – ‘Poppy’ as we called him, to my children … We just clicked like two puzzle pieces that were always meant to be together.” Sundlun said not all children need to know their biological parents, including children of adoptive parents, but, for her, knowing her father was vitally important and transformative. She also notes that some studies are now looking at the benefits of growing up with a father, and finding, for example, that fathers can have a larger impact on their children’s vocabulary than mothers. “I needed my mom, don’t get me wrong,” Sundlun said.
Although she is immensely grateful for the sacrifices her mother made to raise her alone, Sundlun said that single-mothers are often “burnt out,” and that having both parents present in a child’s life can be beneficial. Sundlun also said single-mothers may be less active politically due to time constraints. “That’s a real cost on society.” Sundlun said she thought her father believed he had “missed the boat” and would never have a chance to be a part of her life. “‘Finding Dad’ is all about letting go of what is no longer serving you. I don’t condone that my dad didn’t do the right thing when I was born, but I forgave
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YWCA New Britain is accepting nominations of women who exemplify excellence, inspire others or who are committed to create positive change in the community. Nominees will be honored at the YWCA’s Women in Leadership Luncheon, Thursday, May 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Aqua Turf Club. Women in Leadership honorees are selected by a committee of community leaders who review the nominations and make final selections. If a nominee has been chosen for recognition, she will be notified by April 15. For nomination criteria and forms, visit www.ywcanewbritain.org. For more information, contact Sarah Bernier at (860) 225-4681, ext. 242 or sbernier@ywcanewbritain.org.
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GERRATANA RECOGNIZED BY AARP During a recent meeting of Berlin’s AARP, state Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-New Britain) was recognized by the state and national AARP for championing legislation that will improve access to healthcare and keep costs down. Specifically, she was thanked for the passage of Public Act 14-12, which allows advance practice registered nurses full practice authority. Senate Bill 36, which was signed into law as Public Act 14-12, cuts through red tape, allowing APRNs to practice independently. Prior to passage, APRNs had to work in collaboration with a physician, which often delayed access to medical care. This law breaks down the outdated barriers prohibiting APRNs from providing care to consumers at the full extent of their education and training.
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set at $16,300,000. The Berlin Police Commission is encouraged by the cost savings and open to other potential sites for the new Berlin Police Station. If anyone is interested in the Berlin Police Commission coming to speak to your group or organization, please contact Chairman Joseph Annunziata at (860) 930-1287 at your convenience. Respectfully, Berlin Board of Police Commissioners Commissioner Joseph Annunziata – Chairman Commissioner Bob Peters – Deputy Chairman Commissioner Paul Eshoo Commissioner Brad Parsons Commissioner Ryan Zelek
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MER- Furn Apts. East Side Incl H, HW, Elec., Vintage Electronics, Mu1 BR, $195wk; Studio, sical Instruments, $715mo+sec.Call 203Amps, Ham Equip630-3823,12pm-8pm. ment, HiFi, Radios, MERIDEN - 1 BR $550 a CB, Guitars, Audio Miscellaneous month plus security, Equipment, Antiques. For Sale credit check and ref. 860-707-9350 Condos For Rent 203-440-2543 leave ALWAYS Buying Cosmessage. tume jewelry, antiques, MERIDEN- 2 Lrg BR MERIDEN - 1BR instruments. 18 S. Orcompletely renovated $800 mo. HEAT, HOT chard St. Wlfd. 2 0 3 townhouse. 1 car gar. WATER & ELECTRIC 631-6697 203-213-5222. $1300 mo. Avail. INCL. Private Balcony. immed. 203-996-1719 203-639-4868. ALWAYS Buying old tools. Wanted old, MERIDEN- 3 BRS, 1 f & used and antique hand MERIDEN- 1 BR, Stove 2 1/2 BA crnr twnhs & fridge, H & HW Incld. tools, machinist, (tri-level), ldry, 2 car Lease, Sec & Refs. woodworking, engravGAR, bkyrd, $1500 203.239.7657 or ing and work bench All-Star 203-952-1122 203.314.7300 tools. Please call with MERIDEN - 93 Ken CRT. confidence. Fair offers MERIDEN- 1 BR, stove/ New fully renovated 2 made in your home. fridge, off st. priv. BR. W/D, S/S & APPLS Cory 860-322-4367 prkg, ground level, ldry $1200/mo. Avail now. on site, $700/mo. + Call Lina 203.675.4539 ANTIQUES - Always sec. 203-238-1893 buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical in- MERIDEN- 2 BR, 1st flr, W/D, storage, 2 car struments, signs, arMoving Chair Lift. prkg, hw flrs. $950mo. cade games, cameras, Total Rise, 93"-13 risers. + 2 mo. sec. 203-589pre 1970 sports mem$1,500 OBO. 1147 or 203-935-1039 orabilia, plus more. 203-589-0392 One item or entire esMERIDEN - 3rd FLR 6 tate contents. Call rooms No pets, clean, 860-718-5132. application, references, security, $800 per month 203 237 1719 MERIDEN- Broad St. 2nd Flr studio. DEE’S ANTIQUES $500/mo. 2 mo. sec & app fee. MAIER PROP Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & MGMT 203-235-1000 Silver. China, Glass, Military,
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Our Reg. $29.99.......
With fill bucket & optional hose drain connector
25 lb Nyjer Thistle Seed..........$25 25 lb Signature Blend........................$23 20 lb Country Mix...850 8 lb Premium Blend..$7 Suet Cakes..............$1
70% SAVINGS!
JOB LOT
60 Pint Electronic Dehumidifier
50 lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed $
Comp. $259
199
$
Mens & Ladies
STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sunday 9am-8pm
Patriots Championship Hoodies & T’s
25
As Seen on TV
Jeggings
M-2XL
10
Comp. $19.99
9
$
99
Just Arrived!
Lacrosse
75% Savings Coldwater Creek Ladies Tops
NEW SHIPMENT!
Gloves, Sticks, Pads, Heads & Shafts
Our reg. $7
5
$
Your Choice
10
$
Comp. $30-$50
Men’s T-Shirts Perfect Blend™
5 Dept. Store Labels
20
Chaise Lounge Cushion
10
10
$
$
35
Selection varies by store
6”............... 2 8”...............$3 12”............$6
20
Seed Starting Kit
2015 Burpee Seeds
40
OFF* 20 Lb Ice Melt
Selection varies by store
Comp. $24-$40
10
$
29
99
475
%
Soft Shell Jackets
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Brands may vary by store
Garant® 18” Poly Snow Shovel
25 $ 20
Windshield Wash
1
99
8
Hybrid Spinner Best of Softside & Hardside Luggage Superior lightweight construction Waterproof fabric Hybrid 20” Spinner Comp. $54
Comp. $24 & more Your Choice
5 lb. • 3 hour burn
8
13
$
CASE of 6
40
48 Hybrid 28” Spinner $ Comp. $76......................... 56
8 Sheet Shredder Comp. $50..... 30 $
Finish®
96 Gel pacs or 96 Powerballs Your Choice
Comp. $25 Your Choice
15
$
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6 Element Infrared Heater Heats 1800 sq. ft.
119
99
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by LifeSmart
139
$
2 REMOTE CONTROLS
King
Bath Sheet... 7 $ Bath Towel... 5 $
Hand Towel.. 2 $ Wash Cloths..1 $
20%OFF
All All Comforters Comforters & & Comforter Comforter Sets Sets
$
Biddeford®
Microplush Heated Blankets
Comp. $199
99
$
LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!
Full
Queen
King
$
King
Tencel Fiber 2 Pk Quilted Pinsonic Springs Gel Top
Twin
30 $40 $ 45 $50
Full
Luxurious Jumbo Pillows
by LifeSmart
Our Reg. $149
$
Queen
Comp. $199
Comp. $249
WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!
Incredibly Soft
12 15 $ 18 $20
$
Heats 1500 sq. ft.
Our Reg. $159
4
Full/Queen
Twin
Our Reg. $119
$
Heats 2000 sq. ft.
Twin
4 Element Infrared Heater
Air Effects Air Freshener
$
Eco Cotton Premium Towels
Comp. $50-$90
10
2 Pk - 9.7 oz
$
by LifeSmart
Infrared Quartz Tower
Febreze®
18 $22 25 $
Fleece, Pintuck, or Designer Microfiber Sheet Sets
8 Element Infrared Quartz Heater
$
Silky Touch or Velvet Plush Blankets
Microplush
by LifeSmart
Comp. $199
Dishwashing Detergent
Rechargeable Hand Vac or Cordless Sweep
9
$ $ 18"x 18"x 30" 30" Comp. Comp. $15 $15…. …. 7 7 $ $ 2'x 2'x 3' 3' Comp. Comp. $25 $25……… ……… 10 10 $ $ 3'x 3'x 4' 4' Comp. Comp. $40 $40……… ……… 12 12 $ $ 3'x 3'x 5' 5' Comp. Comp. $50 $50……… ……… 15 15
Twin................................................................................... 15 $ Full/Queen......................................................... 18 $ King.................................................................................... 20
99
Our Reg. $139
Comp. $65.........................
15
$
Comp. $60-$150
12 Sheet Cross Cut Document Shredder
$
Your Choice
Dresses, Sweaters, Blouses, Tops & Pants!
Single Log..... 2.99
$
40
Comp. $48-$54
Coldwater Creek
$
Comp. $60
$
Hybrid 24” Spinner
Famous Maker Ladies Jeans or Casual Pants
Mens & Ladies Fleece Lounge Pants
$
$
By Mohawk & Apache Mills
Comp. $80
$
48” Extendable Snow Brush & Ice Scraper
Your Choice
3’x 5’ Comp to $60.............$25 5’x7’ Comp to $150............$60 8’x10’ Comp to $350.....$150
Fleece Jackets
Enviro Log Firelog
13
6
$
Premium Rubber Door Mats
$
349
$
20"x42" Cushioned or 24”x60” Berber
Comp. $80
Windshield Wash
Ice Melt Blend........... 5 Polar Express.....6.50
Indian Tapestry Rugs
BEAUTIFUL!
Men’s & Ladies PJ Sets
Comp. $80-$200
11”x22”36 cell tray filled with seed starting mix
8’x10’ w/2’x8’ 2 pc.Berber Plush Rug Set.........................$80
Decorative Kitchen Runners
Mens & Ladies Famous Maker Winter Jackets
$
Comp. $50
20”x 30”.2.50 26”x 60” ……$8 3'x 4' …………$10
2'x6'....................................$7 2'x10'............................$10 3'x5'................................$12 4'x6'................................$18 5'x8'................................$30 6'x9'................................$40 9'x12'................$80 -$95
15
Assorted colors
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17"x 27"…$2 2'x 3' …….…$6 20"x 60"…$7
$
Self-Watering Resin Planters
4 Shelf Seed Starting Greenhouse
63"Hx19"Dx27"W
20
$
Comp. $50-$100
4
$
Needlepunch
Ladies Swimwear
$
Wicker Chair........ 12 $ Wicker Chaise...... 25
Comp. $40
Mohawk & Shaw Cut & Bound Rugs
50% cotton /50% poly Comp. $18
$
Absorbent Scraper Entrance Mats Shoe, Boot & Glove Dryer
Comp. $40
$
Universal Chair Cushion
499
Mens Polo Shirts
100% Polyester. Solids & Stripes Comp. $40
799
Comp. $12
Dockers
6 Famous Makers Golf Shirts
Cotton/spandex Your Choice
3 Pk Heavy Duty Work Socks
Save 75%
Save 75%
Fashion Retailer Yoga Capris & Leggings
Character Knit Lounge Pants
Short Sleeve & more!
Patio Chair Cushions
M-2XL
$
2 Pk Premium Window Panels
SALE!
Textured, Jacquard, Insulated, Faux Silk & more!
Velour Plush
10
Stop paying $50!
PAIR
12
$
Your Choice
$
Our reg. $15
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