The Berlin Citizen Oct. 14, 2021 by Record Journal

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Volume 23, Number 41

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Local shop unveils its new look

SCHOLASTIC FOOTBALL

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By Nadya Korytnikova The Citizen

A local business held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate completed renovations aimed at giving customers an overall better shopping experience.

By Riley Millette Special to the Record-Journal

Located at 384 Main St., Good Cause Gifts came to town eight years ago.

MERIDEN — The Maloney Spartans rode a masterful performance from running back Josh Boganski to a 2813 win over the Berlin Redcoats on Friday night, Oct. 8. The junior tailback carried the ball 34 times for 230

After almost a decade in business, store manager Sharon Faucher said it was “time for a change" and to "brighten things up.” As part of the renovations, Good Cause Gifts installed new fixtures, changed

Berlin’s Jamie Palmese gets a few yards before being taken down by Maloney’s Kuron Wiggins during the first half at Falcon Field in Meriden Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal See Football, A2 last Friday.

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Volunteers help WWII veteran House of Heroes CT upgrades Navy vet Willie D’Amato’s Grove Street residence House of Heroes Connecticut volunteers did extensive upgrades at Navy veteran Willie D'Amato's Grove Street home on Saturday, Oct. 2.

Six D'Amato brothers served in World War II, including Willie, who is 95. Elks Lodge 957 of New Britain, home city of the

D'Amato family, sponsored the House of Heroes project. That same day, House of Heroes volunteers also did work at the Southington home of 50-year-old Frank Russo, who served in the Marines from 1991 to 1994. More than 40 volunteers were

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Berlin’s Lorenzo Miele attempts to break free from the grip of Maloney’s Kuron Wiggins during the first half of last Friday’s game played at Falcon Field in Meriden. Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

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the score, tying the game fense, setting up the hot with three minutes left in the Maloney offense with great half. field position.

Maloney took the lead in the yards and three touchdowns. third quarter, once again riding Boganski’s bone-crushWith the CCC crossover vic- ing physicality on a handful tory, Tier 1 Maloney imof inside runs. The tailback proved to 4-1 Tier 2 Berlin punched one in around the fell to 3-2. left edge from four yards out to give the Spartans a 14-7 Berlin did get on the board advantage. first less than five minutes

Berlin quarterback Lorenzo Miele was dancing in the backfield trying to find an open receiver and eventually took off scrambling to his right, but a gang of tacklers had infiltrated the Redcoats’ side of the ball and hit Miele hard. The ball came out as he fell to the ground, and into the game on an interBut it didn’t take long for Shelton emerged from the ception that linebacker Ryan Berlin to answer. Running Scheer returned for a touch- back Toby Lavender lined up mass of green jerseys with down. It came on Maloney’s to receive a punt at midfield, the ball. first play from scrimmage. and showed off his speed Arce went for the jugular on and change of direction. He the drive following the fumMaloney quarterback Angel ble recovery, but threw to a caught the punt and immeArce (6-of-18, 48 yards, 1 diately got up to speed, receiver running a post route TD) identified his left-side swerving in and out of green in double coverage and was flanker running a slant and jerseys. He skipped unpicked off. tried to hit him, but placed touched into the Maloney the throw a few yards behind Shelton got the ball right his receiver. Scheer took ad- end zone for another Redback for Maloney. coats touchdown. vantage of the mistake, reMiele targeted wide receiver turning the pick 52 yards, Maloney blocked the extrabreaking tackles from point attempt to maintain its Jamie Palmese on the right sideline, but Shelton was guys much bigger than his 6- lead, 14-13, with eight minfoot, 150-pound frame. utes left in the third quarter. closing in fast. Palmese juggled the ball and Shelton Maloney had several drives Boganski added to his mon- swooped in and intercepted after that stall out, but finally ster day with a 41-yard it before it hit the ground. cashed in with only a few touchdown with nine minminutes remaining in the utes remaining in the game. With less than four minutes first half. Boganski was pun- Taking another inside hand- left on the clock and the ball placed inside Berlin 30-yard ishing every Redcoat in the off, Boganski reached the line, the Spartans looked box and Maloney put the second level instantly and ball back in Arce’s hands to was in the secondary before prime to put the game on finish the drive. the Berlin linebackers could ice, and they did. Boganski scored one last time, a 10From the Berlin 16-yard line, even turn their heads. yard touchdown, to make it Arce rolled out to his right Boganski’s longest play from 28-13. and connected with wide re- scrimmage of the night ceiver Tylee Flowers, who made it 21-13 in favor of the The Redcoats’ defense was worn down and couldn’t was unmarked on the right Spartans. stop the potent rushing atsideline. Flowers broke one Defensive back Rashawn tack, and the punishment tackle just shy of the goal Shelton did his part on delasted until the final whistle. line and extended across for

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I want to respond to the Mayor’s take on the community/senior center project so the people of Berlin will not be misled. The Mayor and I disagree on how this project should be handled, so please allow me to explain the process. If elected Mayor, I will reorganize the subcommittee who have been appointed to study the project. Members should be non-political, non-biased, and not consist of current Town Council or Board of Finance personnel. I’d ask this committee to first research similar facilities that best serve our community. Do we offer amenities such as a pool, workout room, basketball courts, meeting rooms, etc. What are the costs and timeframe to include these in the final building plan? To fast-track this project, I’d insist upon a ninety-day window in which the committee would present its findings to the Council. It would be the council’s responsibility to study this information, propose changes if any, and send it to the Public Building Commission. PBC will put a price tag on the project and present it back to Council. The Council will then instruct our grant writers to obtain state and federal grants to offset this price tag. As mayor, I will reach out to our state senator and/or representatives to help us with the project, financial or otherwise. Once the Council has a final number, a vote will be taken. If the measure passes, it will be sent to the Board of Finance for approval – this is in accordance with our current town’s charter. The BOF’s decision will dictate

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whether the project will move forward. The BOF will either send the project back to the Council or they will deny the project entirely. If it’s approved as is, then it will be sent to referendum and the Berlin residents will vote to decide the fate of the senior/ community center. Prior to the referendum, as mayor, I will hold a series of town meetings to discuss and educate the citizens on the importance of the community/senior center project and its costs. As you can see, this is a complicated process. While the project has been discussed for the past six years, the current Mayor did not act on it. The question is, why did he refuse a sizable amount of money from the former Speaker of the House for this project? Why is he still obsessed with allowing the YMCA to take its control? Why is the Mayor allowing his subcommittee to study the YMCA’s facilities? If he should get re-elected, does not follow this process, and refuses state grants as he has done in the past, should it get sent to referendum, it will fail and the YMCA will have total control of our town’s facility. As Chairman of the BOF, I know that there is no appetite to do large-scale bonding unless we obtain sizable state grants to offset the cost. Do not be swayed by the negativity of the Mayor’s spokesperson who is constantly fighting battles of the past rather than looking to move this town forward. Sam Lomaglio Chairman of the Board of Finance Candidate for Mayor

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In Brief Built more than a century ago, the Worthington Meeting House requires costly annual maintenance to operate. Some much-needed renovations are needed to preserve the meeting house and to ensure that it remains in good condition for future generations. Visit worthingtonmeetinghouse.org to learn how to help.

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Bordonaro: Making the most of our dollars By Sal Bordonaro

It’s been an honor for me to serve on the Board of Finance these past four years. After a 40-year career in the aerospace industry, I was ready to volunteer and give back to my community.

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At Kaman, I managed a $100 million budget. I have also served as treasurer for several candidate campaigns and am a board member and treasurer of House of Heroes, a non-profit that provides home repairs and upgrades to veterans in need.

I also appreciate the budget guidance and input the Board of Finance received from Mayor Mark Kaczynski and the council. It is important to note that the detailed budgets are prepared by town and education department managers, and are approved by the Town Manager and Board of Education for submittal to the Board of Finance. Ultimately, once a

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Zarabozo: Public safety is a team effort By Peter Zarabozo

I currently serve on our town’s VNA board and as an alternate on the Planning and Zoning commission. It is a privilege and pleasure to serve the town in these capacities. Now, I am running for a seat on Berlin’s Police Commission. I am employed as a registered nurse and have been in the field for over 10 years.

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I've been a town councilor for two years, and I have greatly appreciated the chance to help the town of Berlin move forward with my positive vision for the future.

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There is so much more work I look forward to our discussions. Please vote for me and that needs to be done, inRow A on Nov. 2. cluding exploring a senior/ community center the town can be proud of, addressing the needs of our first responders, investing CARES act funds effectively into the town, paving our roads and the completion of Kensington Village. We work best when we work together, and I will strive to bridge gaps in ideas and communication through discussion and seeking consensus. No matter what our backgrounds, ideas, thoughts or feelings, the more we work together the better the town will be for it.

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Many veterans haven’t been properly thanked for their contribution, said House of Heroes Executive Director Carol May, and the nonprofit aims to show its appreciation by recognizing service with service. The state chapter of House of Heroes, which has done

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Millerd: Let’s rise above party squabbling By George Millerd

Why am I a candidate for Berlin's Board of Finance? I'm running to try and bring our vision (Charter Revision Commission) to fruition. In my opinion the Board of Finance is not operating as envisioned. There is a significant amount of animosity between certain members of the board and between certain members of the Town Council and the board. This is unacceptable. From my perspective, the Board of Finance has poor leadership. I've been chosen as the Republican candidate to replace Sam Lomaglio on the

board. I'm hoping this will bring about a positive change on how all the players interact with one another. In 2016 I was a Commissioner on the Charter Revision Committee that, upon acceptance through referendum, changed the structure of the Town Council such that the Mayor was an elected position and the makeup of the remaining six council seats could be held by no more than three members of any political party. In addition, we also created the Board of Finance, with six members, from which no more than

three can come from any political party.

comprised of the Town Council and Board of Finance members, is for those The intent with the numbers instances where the Board of was to try and move away Finance is at a stalemate on from years and years of a particular issue. There are dominance by any one par13 members of the Joint ty, often resulting in a lot of Council. To approve anygood ideas never being thing, eight must vote affirheard. I truly believe that de- mative for the item. At least cisions made affecting the one member of a political town should rise above local party must cross the aisle. political party squabbling. The premise was that diaAgain, the intent was to force them to listen to ealogue, where both parties chother. This structure also had to listen to each other, would bring about wiser decisions.

insures that no one becomes King or Queen of Berlin. Promises of I’ll do this or that are not within the power of any one individual, including the Mayor. It takes a cooperative effort. This next election cycle ends the first term of the original Board of Finance. Original members of the board are up for reelection or are being replaced. Please support me for the Board of Finance on Nov. 2. Thank you.

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Letters to the Editor (The deadline for Letters to the Editor concerning the upcoming election has passed.)

Time for a change Editor : Berlin seniors, please take note. This Nov. 2 there is a mayoral candidate in town who has gone out of his way to listen to your needs. He has ideas, know-how and a willingness to listen. He is holding town hall meetings to hear from you, because your needs are important. He doesn’t view the mayor’s position as a part time gig, and he heads a slate of qualified, talented candidates.

ticket know the community and have heard residents’ needs. Their platform of tax relief for seniors, a new business development fund, a new community center; affordable, high quality education, and transparency in government are precisely what we need to rekindle Berlin Pride. The town is tired of only seeing the mayor at ribbon cuttings. Residents deserve a mayor that sees them instead. Elect Sam and the Democratic ticket on Nov. 2. JoAnn Angelico-Stetson

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It’s time for a change. Elect Sam Lomaglio and the entire Editor : Democratic ticket on Nov 2. Nov. 2, we have a local elecLaurie Schoenfield tion. Don't miss the opportunity to cast your vote for Berlin's future. "New MemRekindle bers New Voices" is a team of dedicated citizens runBerlin Pride ning for the Berlin Board of Editor : Education. They believe that On Tuesday, Nov. 2, it's time we need to focus on what unites us, not what divides our seniors, parents, stuus. They want our students dents, first responders and to receive a rigorous educateachers get a real friend in tion that will prepare them the mayor's office. Sam Lofor a successful future. To maglio and the Democratic learn more about Rick De-

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and longtime volunteer, Paul stands for a strong police force. While others believe in diminishing, re-inventing and defunding the police, Paul stands firmly against these ideas. He supports law enforcement by ensuring they have the most updated equipment and technology. We should not gamble away our town, or risk our children to unworkable progressive ideas. On Nov. 2, reelect Republican Paul Eshoo to the Police Commission.

Please vote for Melissa Urrunaga to return to the Police Commission on Nov. 2. Melissa has served on the commission since February 2020 and knows the work Keep Berlin safe! that needs to be done. She Theresa Tonina knows the strengths of the police department and can see the improvements that Thanks, need to be made. She is committed to meet the Mayor Mark needs of our community and Editor : to keep Berlin safe. Since Mayor Mark took ofFor more than 22 years Melissa has served our com- fice six years ago, an infrasmunity as a social worker for tructure upgrade plan has the Department of Children been in place. Mayor Mark implemented a 20-year road & Families; she knows firstimprovement plan, with 25 hand how strong the bond percent of the roads between our police and repaved. A total of seven neighbors needs to be. bridges have been replaced Danielle Morisse-Corsetti, or rehabilitated and repairs LCSW made to Railroad Pond Dam, sidewalks and town facilities. Sports fields and Keep Berlin safe courts, school parking lots and playgrounds have been Editor : upgraded, including new Elections are right around tennis and basketball courts the corner and police comand a new track at Berlin missioner Paul Eshoo is up High, and turf replacement for re-election. A veteran

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Cooperation needed Editor : Voters should understand that Berlin does not have a “strong” Mayor form of government. The Mayor doesn’t oversee the daily activities of the town, doesn’t have veto power, nor do they have Executive Order privileges. The point is that Sam Lomaglio can promise the moon, but it will take a cooperative, collective effort of the Town Council and Board of Finance to move Berlin forward. A divisive figure cannot lead this group. Give Berlin a chance. Reelect Mayor Mark. George Millerd

Gibbons for BOE Editor : I support Melissa Gibbons and the "New Members New Voices" group for Berlin Board of Education. Melissa and her colleagues have shown unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality of education for our children, while building a stronger relationship between the board, schools and parents. This change is desperately needed. It is time for a more honest and transparent Board of Education that is truly dedicated to better serving our community. Kiersten Oszmian

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Mayor Mark Kaczynski and Good Cause Gifts staff cut the ribbon on Thursday, Oct. 7 to celebrate the completion of store renovations.

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the great additions to his collections. Myron loved keeping in touch with friends and relatives via snail mail and phone. Myron leaves his twin brothers, Mark and Monty Morgan and their families... and BFF Albina Romanski and Scooter (the cat). Myron left his body for scientific research at UConn and the remains have been cremated. He will be buried in a historic cemetery in East Hartford at a later date. Contributions may be made to your local humane society or SPCA in memory of Myron.

wall colors, and altered the overall look inside the store. “With the new layout we can put [out] more merchandise without it looking crowded,” said Faucher. Also, the store expanded its Connecticut and Berlin/Kensington merchandise collection and children’s department, and added a 'spa and candle’ section. Good Cause Gifts stores sell accessories, clothing and home goods. The stores use their revenue to create and support employment opportunities for people with disabilities across the state.

More than 20 individuals with disabilities work at Good Cause Gifts in Berlin, New Britain and West Hartford. “We want to create environments where everyone is respected and valued,” Faucher said. “We offer employment opportunities and social activities for individuals with disabilities to help them live integrated lives within their local communities.” Mayor Mark Kaczynski, who attended the Oct. 7 ribboncutting, thanked the Good Cause Gifts staff and volunteers for their hard work. “It’s busy downtown now,” said Kaczynski. “But it’s a good thing, and part of it is the success of your establishment here.”

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Fazzino: We must believe in Berlin again By Jack Fazzino

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611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for oldfashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

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U.S. POSTAL SERVICE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION PS Form 3526-R (Requester Publications Only) 1. PUBLICATION TITLE, THE BERLIN CITIZEN 2. PUBLICATION NO., 017-666 3. FILING DATE, September October 1,27, 2014 2021 4. ISSUE FREQUENCY, Weekly. 5. NO. OF ISSUES PUBLISHED ANNUALLY, 52 6. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION PRICE, 0.00 None 7. COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESS OF KNOWN OFFICE OF PUBLICATION, 500 11 Crown Street, S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450-0915 (County of New Haven) Contact Person, David Pare, Telephone 203-317-2407. 8. COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESS OF HEADQUARTERS OR GENERAL BUSINESS OFFICE OF PUBLISHER, 11 Street, 500Crown S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450-0915 9. FULL NAMES AND COMPLETE MAILING ADDRESSES OF PUBLISHER, EDITOR AND MANAGING EDITOR: PUBLISHER: Elizabeth Eliot C.White White, 11 Crown Meriden, CTCT 06450. Eliot Carroll, C. White, 11S.Crown Notarangelo, 500 S.St., St., Meriden, 06450. EDITOR: Nick 500 S. Broad St.Broad 500 Broad St., St. Meriden, CT 06450. MANAGING EDITOR: Olivia Lawrence, 11 Crown St., Meriden, CT 06450. 500Crown S. Broad St. Meriden, CT 06450. Stockholders owning or holding one percent or 10. OWNER: The Record-Journal Publishing Co., 11 Street, 10. more: OWNER: The Publishing Co., Berlin, 500 S. Broad Street,Leslie Meriden, CT 06450. Stockholders owning or holding percent or Eliot C.Record-Journal White, 15 Canoe Birch Court, CT 06037, H. White, 250 East Main Street #8, Meriden, CTone 06450, Susan more: Eliot15C.Canoe White,Birch 235 Richmond Glen,CT Cheshire, CT 06410,B.Susan W.70 White, 235 Richmond Glen,CTCheshire, CT 06410, Elizabeth B. W. White, Court, Berlin, 06037, Elizabeth White, Milici Circle, Meriden, 06450, Melinda Parisi, 40 Runge Drive, CTCourt, 06451, Harkil &CT Co., Webster 123 Bank Street, Waterbury, CT 06702, of First Baptist White,Meriden, 665 Ashley Cheshire, 06410, FirstTrust, Baptist Church, 460 Broad Street, Meriden, CTA/C 06450, Sarah WhiteChurch, Rogers,A/C 2150of MidState Medical Center, Alison W. Muschinsky, 106 Olympus Parkway, Middletown, CT 06457, Bodin Muschinsky, 120 Robin Circle, Indian Creek Blvd East B321, Vero Beach 32966, AllanVernon, H. Church, 20 BuckSarah Hill Lane, Ridge, NY 10576, YMCA, 110FL West Tolland, CT 06084, Evon Muschinsky, P.O. Box 476, CT 06066, WhitePond Rogers, 1776 Cedar Lane, Vero Inc., Beach, 32963, Allan White, Meriden, 29672 Zuma Bay Way, Malibu, CA 90265, Allan H. Church, Buck Hill Lane, Pond Ridge, NY 10576, YMCA, Inc., 110 Main Street, CT 06450, Michael F. Killian, 56 Hamlin Brook Pass,20Southington, CT06489 W. Main St., Meriden, CT 06450, Michael F. Killian, 56 Hamlin Brook Path, Southington, CT 06489. 11. KNOWN BONDHOLDERS, MORTGAGEES, AND OTHER SECURITY HOLDERS OWNING OR HOLDING 1 PERCENT OR MORE OF TOTAL AMOUNT OF BONDS, MORTGAGES OR OTHER SECURITIES. If none, check box � None. ❑ 12. Tax Status (For completion by nonprofit organizations authorized to mail at nonprofit rates) (Check One) The purpose, function, and nonprofit status of this organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes ❑ HAS NOT CHANGED DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS ❑ HAS CHANGED DURING PRECEDING 12 MONTHS (Publisher must submit explanation of change with this statement) 13. PUBLICATION NAME, The Berlin Citizen 23, 2021 14. ISSUE DATE FOR CIRCULATION DATA, September Sept. 4, 2014

15. EXTENT AND NATURE OF CIRCULATION a. Total Number of Copies (Net press run)

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b. Legitimate Paid and/or Requested Distribution (2) (By Mail and Outside the Mail) (3)

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Outside Country Paid/Requested Mail Subscriptions stated on PS Form 3541. (Include direct written request from recipient, telemarketing and Internet requests from recipient, paid subscriptions including nominal rate subscriptions, employer requests, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) In-Country Paid/Requested Mail Subscriptions stated on PS Form 3541 (Include direct written request from recipient, telemarketing and Internet requests from recipient, paid subscriptions including nominal rate subscriptions, employer requests, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other Paid or Requested Distribution Outside USPS® Requested Copies Distributed by Other Mail Classes Through the USPS (e.g. First-Class Mail®)

Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months

9,304 9,182

5,980 5,959

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3,254 3,203 9,297 9,150

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g. Copies not Distributed (See Instructions to Publishers #4 (page #3)) h. Total (Sum of 15f and g) i. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation 24 64.

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16. Publication of Statement of Ownership for a Requester Publication is required and will be printed in the October October 16, 14, 2014 2021 issue of this publication. 17. Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager or Owner. ELIOT White C. WHITE, Editor and Publisher Date: 9/28/14. Elizabeth Notarangelo, Editor and Publisher Date: 9/27/2021 I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civil penalties).

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Wood Fuel Heating THE BERLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT - Has Equipment found an Apple AirPod TREE LENGTH w/charging case in the FIREWOOD Ellwood Road area. If CASH PAID For any you or someone you CALL FOR DETAILS Toyota any condition, know has lost this running or not, crashed 203-238-2149 items, please contact okay. Will take other Officer Chaffee at (860) makes and models. 828-7080 ext. 6127. Wanted To Buy (203) 600-4431. You will need to provide the correct serial # 1,2,3 Items or an Estate TOP CASH PAID and listed name on the $$$ CASH $$$ For Junk or unwanted device in order to claim Todd Shamock vehicles, Toyota’s etc. your property. Estate Sale Service Please call Mike @ 203Costume Jewelry, 284-8562 8am-5pm. Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Lawn and Garden Paintings,Meriden Items Classic and Antiques 203-494-1695 1976 - Plymouth Volare, AARON’S BUYING slant 6, 73k original Old Machinist Tools, miles, $2,000 o.b.o. Lathes, BenchTools, (203) 804-8635 Hand Tools & more. (203) 525-0608. Help Wanted

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c. Total Paid and/or Requested Circulation (Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3), and (4)) Outside Country Nonrequested Copies Stated on PS Form 3541 (include Sample copies, Requests Over 3 years old, Requests induced by a Premium, (1) Bulk Sales and Requests including Association Requests, Names obtained from Business Directories, Lists, and other sources) d. Nonrequested In-Country Nonrequested Copies Distribution Stated on PS Form 3541 (include Sample copies, Requests Over 3 years old, Requests (By Mail induced by a Premium, Bulk Sales and and Outside (2) Requests including Association Requests, the Mail) Names obtained from Business Directories, Lists, and other sources) Nonrequested Copies Distributed Through the USPS by Other Classes of Mail (e.g.First-Class Mail, Nonrequestor Copies mailed in excess ® (3) of 10% Limit mailed at Standard Mail or Package Service Rates) Nonrequested Copies Distributed Outside (4) the Mail (Include Pickup Stands, Trade Shows, Showrooms and Other Sources)

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MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$15 per yd; Millings-$20 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; Clean Fill $8 per yd: $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery

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ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Musical Instruments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350

ALWAYS BUYING OLD TOOLS - Wanted old, used, and antique woodworking hand tools. Machinist, woodworking, engraving, workbench hand tools and tool chests. Fair and friendly offers made in your home. Please call with confidence Cory (860) 322-4367.

Need to Earn Income ASAP? Earn up to $1,200 mo. + Tips! The perfect and easiest part time job - Newspaper Delivery Routes Available - Earn up to $600.00 every Two weeks +Tips (Depending on area)

Routes available in the following towns: MIDDLETOWN, MERIDEN, NEW BRITAIN AND WALLINGFORD Must be 18 or older. Must have valid drivers license, reliable vehicle and be available early mornings. Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary. Must able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week. MUST be dependable, and be able to read a route list with specific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required. Not Temp Work. Retirees, Stay at Home Mom’s, and Veterans are also welcome to apply. Make extra cash to pay rent, mortgage, bills, save money, or a great vacation.

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