The Cheshire Citizen Jan. 27, 2022 by Record Journal

cheshirecitizen.com

Volume 13, Number 4

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Calabro appointed Cheshire historian

CONSIGNMENT SHOPS THRIVE

Increase in younger customers noticed

By Joy VanderLek The Cheshire Citizen

Diane Calabro was sworn in as Cheshire’s town historian earlier this month, taking over the volunteer role from Jeanné Chesanow. Calabro said she is excited and already forming ideas for advancing the historical record. Her to-do list includes capturing oral histories, focusing on the 20th Century; continuing to research those who were enslaved in town; and delving into the history and significance of various Cheshire groups and civic organizations. She also plans to research local manufactur-

By Jessica Simms Special to the Record-Journal

Some area consignment store owners and employees have been noticing an uptick of younger customers, believing the pandemic has prompted the change in customer demographic.

Diane Calabro recently was sworn in as Cheshire’s town historian. Joy VanderLek, The Cheshire Citizen

ing, transportation, mining and education. Calabro said she had concerns about taking on the position of town historian. Following Chesanow was

not going to be easy. “I thought, there is no way I could ever come close to accomplishing what she has done,” Calabro said, noting Chesanow’s many contributions, including

authoring books, creating the online Cheshirepedia, and more. “She’s a huge presence in our town.”

“What’s going on in the world today, I think that a lot of people, regardless of what age you are, like to support smaller businesses,” said Kelly Rumovicz, manager of Uptown Consignment in Southington.

See Historian, A12

See Shops, A2

Senior care providers continue to adapt amid omicron surge By Jessica Simms Special to the Record-Journal

At the Cheshire Senior Center, Stefanie Theroux, coordinator of senior services, said that all group proAs a way to keep staff members and gramming has been moved to a digiseniors safe from the omicron varital platform during January and ant of COVID-19, area agencies, cen- February and transportation serters and homes that provide services vices are on hold for the rest of Janfor seniors have had to adapt. uary.

For members that do not have access to the internet or transportation, Theroux said they have been trying to expand telephone outreach services, including partnering with volunteers. “However, we are still open to foot traffic, individual appointments and providing grab and

go and curbside services,” she said. At the Bradley Home in Meriden, Chief Operating Officer Anne Dembski said, “Right now we have very spaced out dining, we take turns in the dining room as opposed to hav-

GRAND $100 Store Credit OPENING

See Senior care providers, A3

up to

28 South Main St. Cheshire 203-806-1601

R248198v7

and 50% OFF 2nd pair

ClarivisionEyeCare.com

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

KDM KDM KITCHENS KITCHENS

COVID UPDATE

Cheshire records 698 cases The trigger for top-of-the-chart red status starts at 15 cases per 100,000 people per The state’s latest COVID-19 report, which in- day. Cheshire was at 172.3 cases per 100,000 cludes two weeks of data, showed 698 posipeople per day. tive cases in Cheshire, which kept the town in the coronavirus red zone.

FREE In-Home Consultation

203.250.6445

247653

Offering Full Full Design Offering Design & Remodeling Services & FREE Remodeling Services In-Home Consultation

Citizen report

203.250.6445 132 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410 See COVID, A15 132 SouthWWW.KDMKITCHENS.COM Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410 WWW.KDMKITCHENS.COM

Waitkus Landscaping, LLC Lawn Care Services

BEST OF... AWARDS 52 Years 0 Straight 1 3

SNOW G! PLOWIN John Waitkus CT Lic. #568979

www.waitkuslandscaping.com

R246819

Your Four Season Company

(203) 272-9888

FREE ESTIMATES/FULLY INSURED

Year Round Tree Service Jane Musgrove, assistant manager, returns merchandise to the racks at Uptown Consignment, 151 Queen St. in Southington. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

Rumovicz said the store’s trending department, which sells clothes from current labels, is “thriving.” “I think a lot of people just in general have a little bit more time,” Rumovicz said. “A lot of people are working from their homes now. They have more time to go through their closets, recycle as far as bringing in the consignments and purchasing back in our store. They are just recycling instead of spending more money.” Jackie Leathe, managing director of Connecticut Consignment Originals, which has a store in Cheshire, said buying clothes second hand

www.cheshirecitizen.com 500 S. Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450

“It’s cool, they know they are doing something great for the planet and they are doing something great for their wallet,” Leathe said. “I do feel like a lot of younger shoppers, they are very price savvy.” Because Consignment Originals started 40 years, Leathe believes original customers have encouraged younger generations to shop in consignment stores. “They’ve turned on their kids, their grandkids and so on and so forth,” Leathe said. Cindy Ruszczyk, owner of Cindy’s Unique Shop in Wallingford, said she noticed an increase in younger shoppers since a little before the pandemic.

“I think COVID helped it because the general public was afraid to go to the larger stores so they stayed more hometown, little shops,” Ruszczyk said. “It’s definitely increased with COVID but for me it started before.” Ruszczyk feels more and more young people are starting to want and need items not sold in bigger stores. “I think there’s that need and that want... whether it be that piece of furniture that is made out of wood that is going to last them that they are going to paint and make it their own,” Ruszczyk said. “Even buying that piece that grandma might’ve had in her house … Just the different things that the big box stores are not going to have.”

Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener Creative Director — Erik Allison

AWARDS

2019

2020

2021

E.C. TREE • CHESHIRE (203) 272-4485 HIC# 0581892 • B-3163

R247294

From A1

is now considered “trendy.”

AWARDS

2018

JOE’S LANDSCAPE

DESIGNS Now Accepting New Clients for Snow Removal Services Snow Removal Services for Parking Lots and Commercial Locations Storm Damage • Hardscapes • Land Clearing • Mulching Sprinkler Systems • Excavating Spring & Fall Cleanups • Masonry Install New Planting Beds Full Lawn/Grass Installation Retaining Walls • Tree Removal Stump Grinding • Drainage Service

ADVERTISING: Chaz Elliot — Marketing Consultant (860) 984-2181 | advertising@thecheshirecitizen.com NEWS / SPORTS: (203) 317-2245 | news@thecheshirecitizen.com

joeslandscapedesigns.com Berlin, CT • 860.918.8806 The Cheshire Citizen (USPS 12210) is published weekly by Record-Journal, 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450. Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: send address changes to: Record-Journal 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

R248431

Shops

AWARDS

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Senior care providers From A1

people, let’s put it that way.”

ing 60 people … enjoying their dinner, we might have 15 in the dining room at a time.”

Last week, Gov. Ned Lamont issued an order requiring all visitors to nursing homes to be vaccinated or show proof of a negative test result. Visitors can take a rapid antigen test within 48 hours of visitation or a PCR test within the previous 72 hours.

Along with that, Dembski said everyone that enters the home has to have their temperature checked, complete a health survey and be vaccinated, including a booster shot. Staff members also have to be vaccinated and are tested every week. “Once a week we’re having swabs up our noses to make sure we don’t have COVID,” Dembski said. “It’s not the lifestyle we want for our

Linda Craig, owner and director of Always Best Care Senior Services in Wallingford, an agency certified by the National Association of

Home Care, said COVID-19 has impacted the agency in a positive way. “People don’t want to be in nursing homes or hospitals,” Craig said. “Those people decided to stay home and sought out care, so that’s the way Covid has impacted us.” Craig said staffing has been an issue over the past six months.

At the Meriden Senior Center, Rick Liegl, senior affairs administrator, said the center has a large percentage of seniors that have been vaccinated, including the booster shot. “We’re allowing people to ride the bus without spaces in between them,” Liegl said. “... So we haven’t had to make too many changes at this time because of the omicron (variant).”

“We are lucky that we have such a high percentage of seniors and members who are fully vaccinated, that’s made a big difference for us,” Liegl said. “... The meals that we serve here is very important because of the population we serve, so we do our best to ensure the safety of having that meal.”

“It’s a challenge right now but we’re able to help as Liegl said the meal capacity many people as possible and is about half of what it was we’re interviewing all the before the virus. time,” Craig said.

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Letters Policy Email letters to news@ thecheshirecitizen.com. Letters are limited to 300 words. The Citizen will print 1 letter per person each month. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Citizen can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday to be considered for publication the following Thursday.

Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.

203-238-7512 Order online:

mimsoil.com 24 Hours/7 Days 50 gal. delivery

ENERGY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE H.O.D. 7 225630 245610

R247497

MIMS OIL

CALL FOR TODAY’S LOW PRICE

Phase 1 Now Open

Luxury Retirement Living in Cheshire  All Inclusive Competitive Rates  Memory Care Services  Furnished Studio’s & Suites

860 929 6999 • www.marbridgeweb.com

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Solan proposes $4M in increased spending Superintendent of Schools Jeff Solan presented his 2022-2023 budget proposal to the Board of Education. He is requesting $81,114,420 — more than a $4 million, or 5.34%, increase to the current budget of $77,001,052. The proposal aims to replenish the medical benefits fund, hire more

the 2022-2023 enrollment also will exceed projections.

teachers and address Cheshire’s impending enrollment issue. Solan said student enrollment is increasing, with the 2021-2022 student population 3% higher than expected (nearly 4,210 students, not including Open Choice students). He said it’s likely

Solan also noted that nearly 80% of this year’s budget will go to employee salaries and benefits, which comes out to roughly $65,443,170. Also, this year, the medical benefits reserve fund will account for $2,235,633 of the

requested budget. Teachers in the Cheshire School District will be getting a 1.23% general wage increase, and Solan has plans to hire five new educators this year; one teacher at Chapman, Highland and Norton elementary schools, a new birth-to-three

teacher, and an additional coordinator/evaluator for the Cheshire High School transition program that helps students age 14 to 22. The Board of Education will review Solan’s proposal over the next several weeks. — Record-Journal staff

In Brief Chamber Awards Dinner

Volunteer opportunities

Join the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce for its Annual Awards Dinner Thursday, March 3, 5:30 p.m., at Aria Banquet Facility, 45 Murphy Road, Prospect. Awardees will be announced Monday, Jan. 31.

Free home-based assistance is available to Cheshire residents age 70 and older or adults with physical disabilities thanks to the Cheshire Senior Center’s partnership with UR Community Cares. Are you or someone you know interested in becoming a volunteer? Learn more at URCommunityCares.org or contact Stefanie at 203272-8286 or stheroux@ cheshirect.org.

The fee to attend is $60 per person. RSVP by Feb. 22 via cheshirechamber.org or by calling 203-272-2345.

Marijuana talk Join the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce, Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce and the MidState Chamber of Commerce for an informational presentation on how legalization of marijuana may affect you and your businesses. The presentation will take place Thursday, Feb. 3, 8:30 a.m, via Zoom. RSVP to the Cheshire Chamber. See Briefs, A5

Cheshire Adult Education Enrichment classes are forming now! Upcoming Classes:

Bob Ross: Joy of Painting, Italian, SAT Prep, Yoga, Tai Chi, Advanced French, Calligraphy, Introduction to Photoshop® and Lightroom®, Meditation, Retirement Readiness, and Excel COME AND LEARN SOMETHING NEW! For more class offerings, call (203) 250-2450 or visit www.cheshire.k12.ct.us/district-departments/adult-education.

248322

R247480v4

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Tax amnesty

Connecticut Department of Revenue Services Commissioner Mark Boughton has Learn to paint announced the 2021 Tax Amnesty program offering inMake an impact for your dividuals and businesses the community in this nineopportunity to pay back taxes week class sponsored by Artat a reduced interest rate and splace. Working with acrylic no penalties. Tax amnesty bepaints, this is an opportunity gan Nov. 1 and ends Monday, for intermediate level Jan. 31. For more informapainters to work with master tion, visit GetRightCT.com. muralist, Tony Falcone. Adult students, 21 years and older, will learn how to creCTPrepares ate large-scale themed artThe CTPrepares mobile app work for Cheshire Craft provides information and Brewery, working at 129 alerts in emergency situaCommerce Court. Visit arttions, and incorporates text splacecheshirect.org to regmessaging, email, and social ister, or call 203-272-2787. networking. The app can be downloaded on Apple and Android smartphones. Cookie season From A4

The 2022 Girl Scout Cookie season has kicked off in Connecticut. Be the first to enjoy Adventurefuls, this year’s new decadent brownie-inspired cookie with caramel-flavored crème and a hint of sea salt. Adventurefuls joins iconic favorites such as Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Trefoils, Lemon-Ups, Girl Scout S’mores and gluten-free Toffee-tastic. If you don’t know a scout, visit gsofct.org or call 800-922-2770 to find cookies in your area.

Red Cross The American Red Cross urges individuals who have fully recovered and received a verified COVID-19 diagnosis to sign up to give convalescent plasma by completing the donor eligibility form at redcrossblood.org/plasma4covid. Blood donation appointments can be made by visiting redcrossblood.org, calling 1-800-7332767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

Walk with Me is a new specialized outpatient treatment track for LGBTQ+ identifying young people age 10 to 25 who are seeking therapeutic, medical, and/or peer support to address their specific needs. It is available exclusively at Wheeler’s Hartford and Plainville Family Health & Wellness Centers. Call Wheeler’s Navigation Center for more information, 888793-3500.

Founded in January 2000, House of Heroes is a nonprofit organization serving our nation's military and public safety veterans (and their spouses) who are disabled, living on a fixed income, or facing other physical and/or financial challenges. Volunteers perform minor repairs and make improvements to the homes of veterans and their spouses at no cost to the veteran. For more information, visit hohct.org, or email info@ houseofheroesct.org.

CT Safe The CT Safe mobile app allows citizens to report suspicious activities within their communities. The app can be downloaded on Apple and Android smartphones.

Energy tracker Eversource customers can take advantage of the Green Button, an online tool

that allows customers to download their energy usage data so they can easily share it with energy-efficiency experts to make home improvements.

RISE program Women-owned business owners can apply for grants and business assistance from Comcast as part of a major expansion of the cable provider’s RISE program. Those chosen for RISE get either a tech makeover or an ad campaign to increase awareness in local markets. Comcast estimates it has provided $60 million in grants, marketing and technology services since the program’s inception. Applications can be found at ComcastRISE.com.

Plainville Community To our valued existing and soon-to-be patients: Your health is very important to us. Your loyalty to us is reflected in our loyalty to you. We know your names and your needs because we are the community pharmacy. We wouldn't be doing our job to the best of our ability if we were only available part of the time. Better Service / Less Wait We have two full time pharmacists on duty. Fast, FREE DELIVERY When you need a prescription filled or have a to your door on prescriptions question, we're here for you. Always.

WE PROVIDE OUR PATIENTS WITH:

Sunday, January 30th 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Celebrating New England Catholic Schools

R248174

Drop by and see what makes our school so great! Administration, Faculty, Staff and Students will be on hand to conduct tours and answer questions.

Dr. Nancy Testa, Principal, 171 Main Street, Cheshire 203-272-5860 | www.stbridgetschool.org

House of Heroes

Prescription Transfers are easy - call us and we’ll take care of the rest!

Open House

All are welcome to learn about our academics and extracurricular activities.

Walk with Me

• Walk in COVID-19 Testing •COVID-19 Vaccines •Comprehensive Medication Reviews • One-on-One Pharmacist Counseling

• Weekly Blister Packs for Seniors • Immunizations/Flu Shots • Medical Supplies • Diabetic Supplies and Management

Most major insurance plans accepted & affordable co-pays offered

When You Call...Plainville Community Pharmacy Delivers!

M - F: 9 am - 7 pm Sat: 9 am - 2 pm Sun: Closed

860.222.9422

170 East Street | Plainville | www.plainvillerx.com

R248339

Briefs

Thursday, January 27, 2022

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Meriden teen charged in warehouse theft

Health Chronic conditions

Newington, will host an open house Saturday, Jan. 29 Live Well with Chronic Con- from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Regisditions is a communitytration is recommended. To based six-week workshop se- reserve a time, call 860-665ries for adults and their care- 7901. givers taking place Mondays, Jan. 31, and Feb. 7, 14, 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration Mulberry Gardens is required. Call Amina at Mulberry Gardens, an inde860-972-6338 or email Ami- pendent and assisted living na.Weiland@hhchealth.org. community located at 58

Cedar Mountain Cedar Mountain Commons, an independent and assisted living community located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive in

Mulberry St. in Southington, will host an open house Saturday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call 860-276-1020.

IT’S TAX TIME $50 OFF Tax Prep

New Client Special Incl. Federal 1040, State 1040, Schedule A

TAX SPECIALISTS, LLC

R247664v2

We are accepting IN PERSON and VIRTUAL appointments.

Discounts for military, police, Frontline workers **call for more information ** Additional Forms Subject to Extra Charge Offer valid for NEW clients. Expires 4/15/22

Voted Best Accountant Two Years in a Row

860.426.0636

BEST O F... AWARDS 2 0 2 1

37 West Center St. Suite 208, Southington CT fb.me/LandRTax • lrtaxspecialists.com

My job doesn’t end when the markets close.

247371v2

Being a financial advisor is about more than money. It’s about knowing my clients and what matters to them. I understand the markets and your goals. I work with you, on your schedule, to provide personalized financial advice that can help you stay on track to reach tomorrow’s goals while still making it through today’s challenges.

Call me today to get started 203.407.8188 x330 Jeffrey Jolly, CFP® Financial Advisor Root, Borajkiewicz, Lucarelli Wealth Advisors A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC 250 State St, Unit E-1, North Haven, CT 06473 jeffrey.t.jolly@ampf.com

By Lauren Sellew Record-Journal staff

Chat with those who come from the same walk of life. Join the call the third Monday of the month, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Presented by a Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging Dementia Specialist. Registration is required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

Monthly support group This dementia caregivers support group meets the final Monday of the month, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Facilitated by Michelle Wyman, dementia specialist, Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging. Registration is required. Call 1-855-4424373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses. See Health, A8

CHESHIRE — A Meriden teen faces a felony larceny charge after police said he stole over $30,000 worth of merchandise, mostly coats, from Macy’s while he was employed there last year.

the items from a hidden position and saw a man, later identified as Chapman, load the jackets into a car and drive off.

Staff checked security footage from earlier in the day and saw Chapman clock out at 5:30 p.m. then walk to another area of the wareIan Chapman, 19, of 120 house and begin grabbing Stevenson Road, Meriden, jackets from a box. Chapwas charged Thursday, Jan. man is seen pushing the 20, with first-degree larceny. jackets through a garage bay door into a pile outside, the On Sept. 27, 2021 Cheshire police responded to Macy’s warrant said. Chapman is seen leaving, then returns Warehouse, 475 Knotter Drive, for a report of a theft, about two hours later to colaccording to Chapman’s ar- lect the items. rest warrant. Police met Chapman admitted stealing with employees who report- the items, valued at about ed Chapman, also an em$32,000, and selling them ployee, stole expensive jack- online, according to the ets and a bottle of perfume. warrant. He was arraigned in Meriden Superior Court Security officers for Macy’s on Thursday. The judge set said they were performing bond at $10,000 and continnightly checks and found a ued the case to March 3. large pile of Canada Goose jackets under a trailer. The lsellew@record-journal.com 203-317-2225 security officers watched

Cheshire Adult Education Free Mandated Classes include:

U.S Citizenship, Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED®), English as a Second Language (ESL): Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced LET US HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS! Register on Mondays and Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Cheshire High School at 525 South Main Street. For more information, call (203) 250-2450 or visit www.cheshire.k12.ct.us/district-departments/adult-education.

248321

Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results. Not Federally Insured | No Financial Institution Guarantee | May Lose Value Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and CFP (with plaque design) in the U.S. Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2021 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.

Dementia caregivers

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

National Children’s Dental Health Month Promoted By

CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT 298 Broad Street, Meriden • DentalGroupCT.com • 203-204-2797

Help the kids through the maze so they can reach the water stand! START

Healthy Smile Tips  Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.  Clean between your teeth daily.  Eat a healthy diet that limits sugary beverages and snacks.  See your dentist regularly for prevention and treatment of oral disease.

WATER

HEALTHY SMILE TIPS • Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. • Clean between your teeth daily.

SPONSORS

248487

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Visit ADA.org/NCDHM2021 for activity sheets.

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

It’s tax-filing season

Kindergarten registration begins

Health From A6

Open house Arbor Rose at Jerome Home, an independent and assisted living community located at 975 Corbin Ave. in New Britain, will host an open house Sunday, Jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call 860-229-3707.

A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

To be eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year, your child must be 5 years old before Jan. 1, 2023 (born on or before Jan. 1, 2018). With the exception of Darcey and Doolittle schools, the school your child will attend for kindergarten is based on your street address. If you are unsure which school your child will attend, a complete list of streets and schools can be found on the Cheshire Public Schools website, cheshire.k12.ct.us.

Darcey and Doolittle students : All such students are to be registered at Darcey school. We request that you indicate your school preference with your registration. While Cheshire Public Schools cannot guarantee placement requests, we will make every effort to accommodate students and families. In late May, you will receive a welcome letter from the principal of the school your child will attend. If you are in need of a registration packet, contact your child’s districted school.

CONNECT WITH US

SOCIALLY

Gromko Insurance Agency

FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER

R2447953v3

Derek Gromko, Agent 366 South Main Street Cheshire, CT 06410 derek@derekgromko.com

The filing deadline to submit 2021 tax returns or an extension to file and pay tax owed is Monday, April 18. Taxpayers requesting an extension will have until Monday, Oct. 17 to file. To speed up refunds, the IRS urges taxpayers to file electronically with direct deposit information as soon as they have everything they need to file an accurate return. If the return includes errors or is incomplete, it may require further review that may slow the tax refund. Having all information available when preparing the 2021 tax return can reduce errors and avoid delays in processing. Most individual taxpayers file IRS Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR once they receive Forms W-2 and other earnings information from their employers, issuers like state agencies and payers.

TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL

To avoid processing delays and speed refunds, the IRS urges people to follow these steps:

INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

Organize and gather 2021 tax records including So-

cial Security numbers, Individual Taxpayer Identification numbers, Adoption Taxpayer Identification numbers, and Identity Protection Personal Identification numbers valid for calendar year 2022. Check IRS.gov for the latest tax information, including the latest on reconciling advance payments of the Child Tax Credit or claiming a Recovery Rebate Credit for missing stimulus payments. Set up or log in securely at IRS.gov/account to access personal tax account information including balance, payments and tax records, including adjusted gross income. Individuals can use a bank account, prepaid debit card or mobile app to use direct deposit and will need to provide routing and account numbers. Learn how to open an account at an FDIC-Insured bank or through the National Credit Union Locator Tool. For the latest IRS forms and instructions, visit IRS.gov/forms. — Press Release

When You Need Eye Care, Experience Matters! Dr. Edward Fitzpatrick has over three decades of experience as an ophthalmologist and retina specialist. Areas of expertise include: • macular degeneration • diabetic retinopathy • retinal occlusions and detachments • any other diseases or conditions that affect the retina

GAS, WOOD, PELLET STOVES 3876 Whitney Ave, Hamden

New patients welcome. (860) 826-4460 1 Lake Street, New Britain

www.starlingphysicians.com/eyecenter

R247263

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

N95 masks available to residents

Crackdown on crime pays off Southington police say the number of vehicle thefts and burglaries are down while the number of arrests has increased, both locally and regionally. That development is due to an effort specifically developed to target those crimes.

Cheshire Town Hall, 84 South Main St., is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cheshire Senior Center, 240 Maple Ave., is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

At a recent Town Council meeting, police officials reported the results of the town’s auto theft task force, which was launched in February 2021. Master Sergeant Nathan Boislard said auto crimes have been a statewide problem.

Here are the statistics: 41 cars were stolen in 2019; that number jumped to 89 in 2020; in 2021, the number dropped to 64. As for thefts from cars: there were 113 in 2019 increasing to 412 in 2020; that number was reduced to 215 in 2021. Arrests have increased. While there were only six ar-

rests in 2020, police charged 27 individuals, mostly juveniles, in relation to 66 auto crimes last year and police say more arrest warrants are in the works. The police work earned well-deserved praise from the Town Council and the suggestion that Southington’s approach might serve

“I’m astounded at the statistics,” said Michael DelSanto, a Town Council member. “What we’re doing is working.” Southington has four fulltime officers dedicated to the task force as well as othSee Crime, A11

Open

10% OFF YOUR TOTAL CHECK

Toro Sushi

Eat In & Take Out 7 Days • Lunch Specials

Southington’s task force has attracted attention from nearby towns, which are considering something similar. Two Cheshire police officers are shadowing the task force with an eye to using some of those techniques in that town. In Southington, with the formation of the auto crimes task force, better coordination with area departments and new investigative approaches, police significantly reduced vehicle-related crime.

as a model for other towns.

Toro Sushi

With coupon. Offer cannot be combined.

5 OFF

AWARDS

ANY CHECK OVER $35

- 2020 17 19 2020

Toro Sushi

Best Japanese Cuisine

With coupon. Offer cannot be combined.

Full Kitchen with Cooked Dinner Including: Tempura • Teriyaki • Shrimp Chicken • Beef • Pork Noodle Dishes

R245290

FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL

RECORD-JOURNAL EDITORIAL

The town’s N95 mask distribution began in early January. Masks are available at Town Hall, the library and the Senior Center. Residents can pick up one mask for each member of their household. There is a sufficient supply of masks for every household in Cheshire. Proof of residency may be required (i.e. driver’s license, government issued photo identification, utility bill, etc.)

Cheshire Public Library, 104 Main St., is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Gift Certificates Available.

1105 South Main St, Cheshire 203.439.7976 • torosushict.com

Finding a great Dentist is as easy as... You’re going to LOVE our office! *Natural looking Fillings, Crowns, Bridges & Dentures *Invisalign, ClearCorrect, 6 Month Smiles & Braces *Dental Implants placed & restored *One visit Root Canal treatment *Professional Teeth Whitening *Emergency Dental Care *Eme *Sleep Apnea treatment *Complete care for young & old

10 OFF

ANY CHECK OVER $60

Toro Sushi

With coupon. Offer cannot be combined.

$123

*NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Dental Cleaning, Exam & X-rays plus FREE At-Home Whitening Kit

*Limited time offer. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Expires 12/31/19 Expires 12/31/22

Convenient hours & locations Advanced Dental-Berlin 39 Webster Square Rd

Advanced Dental-Cromwell 26 Shunpike Rd, Ste A

AdvancedDental.com R247220

CALL TODAY

860.829.9048

A10

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

EDITORIAL

A clean start to the new year By Joy VanderLek The Cheshire Citizen

nate my size 6 jeans to Goodwill here in town, when I finally acknowledged I would never fit in those again.

It’s January, a time for fresh starts. My family is purging, cleaning up, clearing out, discarding, donating, tossing, and getting rid of all the stuff. A number of my friends have storage units. Unless the purpose is gold bullion or paintings worth millions, I cannot fathom getting one of those. Why pay $150 a month for a locker to store household items, pots and pans, maybe a sofa draped in a worn floral-pattern coverlet, and old ski pants that don’t fit. This is what basements are for – and in fact, I will rent out a corner of my basement to store your stuff for $140. (Just kidding.) I’m sure someone is going to say, well, my basement is full. I guarantee those are the folks with POD containers taking up their driveways. And how many times

have I seen cars in the driveway or street because their garages are so full of stuff they can’t fit their cars in them? No judging. Back to our “stuff.” You name it, there are too many things that we haven’t used in a long time, things that don’t fit and things we didn’t even know we had. This includes videos that we don’t even have a means to play. What to do with these 8-track Ray Charles tapes

and ‘80s Big Hair band cassettes? How about food? I mean canned fish and meat products from 2006? Unless it’s SPAM, which lasts forever, it should go. I’m pretty sure the international food items, pastas and bags of rice that I never felt confident enough to use, should probably be thrown out. They’re well past the use-by date. I have no problem getting rid of most everything. Okay, maybe it took some time, like 10 years, to finally do-

books on top of the books.

I am pretty good at getting rid of other things though — like whatever belongs to my husband. My mother-in-law There’s also the issue of says her retired husband, books. Unless the book has Jerry, still won’t let her give committed the crime of beaway his now unused suits. ing boring, then it stays on a He forbids it. He said he shelf. For the longest time, might need one. For what, we didn’t have enough she asked. “Maybe to go to a bookshelves. Instead, we funeral,” he said. I believe decorated (that’s a joke) she mumbled it would be with neatly stacked books on his own if he didn’t clean every table, every nook and out his closet. corner and even the fireMy hubby is like that as well. place hearth. The annual book sales at the Cheshire li- But the kid is easy. After saving lots of different things, brary were not helpful, as I got such deals. Then ReRead and lots of school papers, there is then a whirlwind of Books opened and that proved dangerous for me as tossing. What is tossed mainly goes into one of well. Some of the book those large bins that then stacks in my house were waits for Mom and Dad to transitioning from decorashred, sort for recycling, or tive to deadly, as they teetered precariously. We fi- trash. Those totes now make up a good percentage of our nally broke down and bought a ton of bookshelves. basement. Guess what? They’re all full Maybe I should rent a storand we’ve taken to stacking age unit.

SNOW DAY At left: Robert Sireno, of Cheshire, lobs a handful of layer feed and cracked corn to dozens of ducks gathered on the shore of Hanover Pond on Jan. 20, as light snow falls in South Meriden. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

Jason Caron, of Waterbury, was at Mixville Recreation Area last week to enjoy a lunch hour on the lake. The pond ice was thick enough to set up a cooking station using Caron's handmade, custom barbeque table. The meal on this day was BBQ chicken. Caron was accompanied by his wife Dani and their pooch, Brown Dog. Joy VanderLek, The Cheshire Citizen

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

A11

ICE FISHING AND SKATING

Michael Brough, of Cheshire, had the fish to himself on a recent January afternoon. Brough was at Mixville Pond to try his luck at catching bass. Last winter's conditions were not conducive to fishing, so as soon as he knew the ice was thick enough, he headed out, drilled three holes and spent the next couple of hours on the lake.

Crime From A9

ers who contribute time to investigations. Auto crimes also prompted the creation of neighborhood watches around town that provide police with information on potential perpetrators or footage of thefts. “A majority of the vehicles stolen in Southington are either recovered in Hartford or are used in a violent crime in Hartford,” Boislard said, adding. “We realized early on this was a regional problem.” Local detectives coordinate with Hartford police, sharing evidence they collect, such

Larry Segal, of Prospect, recently enjoyed some skate time at Cheshire’s Mixville Recreation Center. Photos by Joy VanderLek

as DNA, fingerprints and video surveillance. This collaborative work has led to arrests. “It’s great that this is a model for other towns,” said Val DePaolo, a town councilor. The results Southington police are getting are impressive. These types of crimes are upsetting and disruptive to people whose vehicles are tampered with or taken. And it appears stolen vehicles can end up involved in more serious, violent offences. Stepping up enforcement early on is showing itself to be an effective deterrent. Previously published in the Record-Journal.

Ta k e t h e f i r s t s t e p Life Reimagined

860-748-0541•phoenicianhi.com Experience Our Professional Difference!

Roofing • Siding • Windows Gutters • Doors • Basement Finishing Kitchen & Bath Remodel • Decks Call for a FREE No Pressure Estimate! Fully Licensed & Insured #582443

R247338v2

Plan for your or your loved one’s future. We offer an independent, safe and supportive environment where residents thrive in the knowledge that they can age in place.

247195

A12

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

January is National Radon Action Month You can’t see, smell or taste radon, but it could be present at a dangerous level in your home. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about 21,000 Americans each year. In fact, the EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General urge all Americans to protect their health by testing their homes, schools and other buildings for radon. Exposure to radon is a preventable health risk and testing radon levels in your

home can help prevent unnecessary exposure. If a high radon level is detected, you can take steps to fix the problem to protect yourself and your family. January is National Radon Action Month. The EPA and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend that all homes in the U.S. be tested for radon. Testing is easy and inexpensive. Learn more about testing your home, including how to obtain an easy-to-use test kit, at epa.gov.

Our offices are open! “Let our family of experts help protect your family.” ~ Established in 1967 ~

THE LAW OFFICES OF FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI

Historian From A1

As she pondered taking the job, Calabro asked Chesanow, a friend and collaborator, for advice. According to Calabro, the long-serving town historian said, “I think you would be great.”

ing a strategic plan for the organization and incorporating best practices into the museum’s work and overall development. The society joined with the American Association of Small & Local History Organizations Standards of Excellence program and worked in collaboration with Connecticut Humanities and Connecticut League of History Organizations to accomplish those tasks.

Calabro served 10 years as Cheshire Historical Society president, and will continue her volunteer work with the group.

Contacts made through the historical society will be useful in Calabro’s new role as town historian, she said. “At the society, I met a lot of people and came into conDuring her time with the tact with so many of our civic Cheshire Historical Society, Calabro was involved in writ- and community groups and group leaders here in town.”

CONNECT WITH US SOCIALLY FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

Calabro said she “would like to see the town historian role include these civic groups and capture their history and significance in our town … It’s time for me to get out of the house, literally out of the Hitchcock-Phillips House, and see the rest of the town’s history.” Diane Calabro can be reached at TownHistorian@ cheshirect.org.

List Your Items To Over 300,000 Local Readers.

Above: Christine Farrell Grochowski, Gerald E. Farrell, Sr., Ann M Farrell Left: Christine & Fritzy, Right: Ann & Teddy

Farrell & Grochowski is a family-owned law firm that has been serving the legal needs of individuals & businesses for over 50 years.

SPECIALIZING IN PROBATE, ELDER LAW & ESTATE PLANNING First place winner Best Elder Law Firm in the 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards

AWARDS

2021

375 Center Street P.O. Box 369 Wallingford, Connecticut 06492 wallingfordlawyers.com | Tel: (203) 269-7756 | Fax: (203) 269-1927

Complete Affordable Family Dental Care! NO NEED to be without TEETH

Dentures available DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER in 24 Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! hours

5 Styles starting at $250*

Relines and Repairs while you wait.

NewEnglandDentalCT.com MERIDEN 203.238.7968

ORANGE 203.799.3311

533 S. Broad St.

501 Boston Post Rd.

R242737

THE LAW OFFICES OF FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI

10% Senior Discount

Thursday, January 27, 2022

A13

240519

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

VISIT MYRECORDJOURNAL.COM/ATHLETES TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE NOMINEES!

JACK ROBERTS

BETHANY BORGES

Jack Roberts has been making the All-Record-Journal ice hockey team since his freshman year and he’s well on his way to making it 4-for-4 in his senior year. Roberts stands at 16 goals and 21 assists on the season after tallying two straight hat tricks last week. Make that hat tricks-plus. Roberts had three goals Wednesday in Milford and four more on Saturday against the Eastern CT Eagles as the Trojans improved to 9-1.

When you’re 11-0, chances are you’re getting contributions up and down the lineup, and that has indeed been the case for the Southington Lady Knights. Stepping up in Saturday’s 39-27 win in Wilton was Bethany Borges. The sophomore forward produced 9 points and 10 rebounds. It wasn’t just the number. It was the timing. Each bucket, each board seemed to come at a key time as SHS took command in the second half.

ETHAN PABON

ALIAH BIRO

With senior center Kyron Coviello in early foul trouble, Sheehan needed someone to step into the breach in Friday night’s rivalry game at Lyman Hall. Enter Ethan Pabon. The sixfoot senior delivered a career-high 21 points, including 10 straight during a pivotal second-half stretch in which the Titans took the lead en route to a 64-40 victory. Earlier this year, Pabon had 12 points in a Jan. 10 game against Cheshire.

Wilcox Tech girls basketball coach Tom Johnson brought his new team to his old haunts on Monday night when the newly minted Wildcats took on the Platt Panthers. One of Johnson’s top players this season, sophomore forward Aliah Biro, went into that game riding a string of five straight double-figure outings in which she averaged 13.4 points a night. She was the team’s leading scorer last year as a freshman.

ANTHONY NIMANI

AVERY WINTERS

Anthony Nimani scored 24 points Tuesday at South Windsor. He was just getting warmed up. Nimani scored 25 points Wednesday at Maloney. He was still just getting warmed up. In a week of star performances, the Platt junior turned in the show-stopper Friday night in Avon, making a steal and hitting a 3-pointer from the corner in the closing seconds for a 65-64 win. Nimani, the area’s leading scorer, finished with 30 points.

Sheehan senior Avery Winters has been excelling in track for so long that when she breaks school records, they’re usually her own. Such was the case at last Saturday’s SCC Coaches Invitational. Winters lowered her own Sheehan standard in the 300 meters to 42.48 in winning that event and was part of the first-place 4x200 that recorded a 1:46.30, the fastest time so far this season statewide in that event.

LYMAN HALL HOCKEY

SHEEHAN BASKETBALL

PLATT BASKETBALL

SOUTHINGTON BASKETBALL

WILCOX TECH BASKETBALL

SHEEHAN TRACK

GO ONLINE AND VOTE.

THIS CHECK BACK NEXT WEEK WEEK’S AOTW TO SEE WHO YOU VOTED THE ATHLETES OF THE WEEK! WINNERS Winners will be posted here as well as your next group of nominees. AS VOTED KHRYSTINA myrecordjournal.com/ATHLETES BY YOU! CAMPBELL PLATT BASKETBALL

GRIFFIN NIELANDER

WILCOX TECH BASKETBALL

A14

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Gold Star monument dedication set for spring Citizen report

BERLIN — This spring, one year after breaking ground, the Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument will be dedicated. A celebration marking the structure’s completion is scheduled for Saturday, April 23 at 1 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Located at Veterans Memorial Park in Berlin, the monument honors Gold Star Families and the legacy of their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice while

serving in the United States military.

Gold Star Families and their fallen heroes.

A 2021 press release from the Berlin Veterans Commission states, “[T]he black granite monument features two sides. One side bears the words: Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, a tribute to Gold Star Families and Relatives who have sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom. The other side tells a story through the four granite panels: Homeland, Family, Patriot, and Sacrifice. The scenes on each panel reflect Connecticut’s

“At the center of this tribute is the most distinct feature of the monument, the cut out which represents the loved one who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. When the sun goes behind the monument and the shadow hits it at a certain time of day, the image shines through; it’s like the loved one is with us. It is designed that way and repreThe Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument sents all of those who died will stand at Veterans Memorial Park, 51 Lower Lane, during their service.” Berlin.

SUDOKU

The Berlin Veterans Commission collaborated with the Woody Williams Foundation to bring a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument to town. To date, the Woody Williams Foundation is responsible for establishing 90 Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments across the United

States, and another 82 are in progress.

company to reach its objective.’

The foundation’s website states, Hershel “Woody” Williams “enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served in the Battle of Iwo Jima with the 21st Marines, 3d Marine Division. During the battle, Mr. Williams displayed ‘valiant devotion to duty’ and service above self as he ‘enabled his

“Mr. Williams’ actions, commitment to his fellow service members, and heroism were recognized on October 5, 1945, when he received the Congressional Medal of Honor from President Truman at the White House. Mr. Williams is the sole surviving Marine from WWII, to wear the Medal of Honor.”

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

CALL THE R247477v4

TUB MAN

HELP KEEP

We offer tub and shower conversions

Cheshire

Coming to your home or business Lic

ed, L

ic # 2 8 2 9 31

3,995

• Fast, dependable, friendly service • Full plumbing & carpentry service • Free estimates over the phone!

NO JO B T OO SMALL

R237813

Matt’s Pro Plumbing

www.mattsproplumbing.com 860-922-9976 The Bathroom Remodeling Specialist

247152

HELP US HELP YOU, CONTINUE RECEIVING “YOUR” LOCAL WEEKLY.

In order to continue delivery to your home or business, we need to have each resident or business let us know that, by filling out our on-line requester form at myrecordjournal. com/cheshire-requester. Or, you can call us at 203-634-3933 and we can mail you a postage paid postcard to fill out and return. Without the necessary requester information, delivery of your Cheshire Citizen to your home or business, will end.

ur In s

Includes demo, haul away, sub-floor, plumbing, Kohler fixtures, installations of Kohler tub or shower enclosure, fiberglass units+

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

KNIGHTS PUT IT ALL TOGETHER

A15

COVID Dodd Middle School’s Jedi Knights team placed first at the LEGO League Challenge State Championship, held Dec. 11 at Glastonbury High School. Competitors were tasked with building a LEGO robot within two and a half minutes. Pictured with their championship trophy are, from left, Lekhan Nair, Auritro Dasgupta (kneeling), Rishi Hegde and Yashovardhan Biswas.

From A2

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID-19 symptoms may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure to the virus. Symptoms may include fever or chills, coughing, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. Health officials encourage people to wear masks indoors and social distance if among unfamiliar people. They are also encouraging people to get their first vaccine and boosters if their second shot was more than six months ago. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free COVID-19 rapid tests through the federal website, covidtest.gov. Orders usually ship in 7-to-12 days.

Shirts, Accessories, and Gifts for Dog Lovers.

R244387v3

Fast Shipping!

Dogs are our favorite people!

Go to our website,

TheSpoiledDogShop.com to browse unique items!

A16

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Rise in housing prices expected to continue By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN —The city’s real estate market is expected to

continue its upward price trend in 2022, but anemic home inventory and the threat of higher inter-

compared to 784 homes sold in 2020, according to a Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices market report. The average sales price increased 24 percent from $176,681 to $219,776 in 2021 and the average days on the market dropped from 49 to 32. But December showed some tightening in the number of listings and sales, possibly indicating a slowdown in activity, although prices remained firm.

est rates could slow the pace. A total of 823 homes were sold in Meriden in 2021,

Looking for good part-time income? Earn up to $1,200.00 Monthly + tips Newspaper delivery routes are available in several towns at this time.

Meriden, Wallingford, Durham and Middletown areas.

ALSO: SIGN ON BONUS PAYMENT(S):

“The 2022 inventory is still very low and with plenty of anxious purchasers,” said Joseph Criscuolo, owner of The Home Store. “Interest rates are still attractive for the moment. It appears that we will still experience price appreciation this year but not as high as 2021.”

• After One Month - $50.00 • After Two Months – an additional $100.00- ($150.00 total) • After Three Months – an additional $100.00 - $250.00 total) Must be 18 or older. Must have valid driver's license, insurance, 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. - (you can have a Family member or Friend sub when needed). 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. Retirees, Stay at Home Parents, and Veterans are also welcome to apply. Make extra cash to pay rent, mortgage, bills, credit cards, save money and go on a great vacation. 248304

If interested Email peter@afterhoursdistribution.com, or text or call us at 860-803-6937, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and start as soon as tomorrow morning.

Rising interest rates will contribute to decreased activity, Criscuolo said. Higher lending rates equate to less buying power and first-time home purchasers will be affected the most.

Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.

Colony Diner

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.

Athena II Diner

320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.

Duchess of Wallingford 124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/ Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

“They might have to settle for less of a home regarding square footage and amenities,” Criscuolo said. “Key factors for sellers and buyers to watch are increased days on the market and price reductions which could indicate a shift in the market.” Mortgage financiers and home buyers are paying attention to the Federal Reserve’s Jan. 25-26 meeting after bank officials signaled they would start raising interest rates in March to curb inflation.

Demand, inventory But Jonathan Carbutti of Carbutti & Co. Realtors said if there is any slowdown, it’s because of inventory and not rising interest rates. “I’m already having one of my busiest Januarys,” Carbutti said. “I would have sold double last year if the inventory was there.” Cash flush buyers are frustrated, Carbutti said. His company listed one home on Rolling Hills Drive for $439,000 in early January that is currently under contract for $444,500, according to local multiple listing services. Even first-time buyers are coming in with 20 percent cash down payments and investors are “coming out of the woodwork,” Carbutti said. “If there is any slowing down it’s because of inventory,” Carbutti said. “The issue (for sellers) is where are they going to go?” The threat of interest rate hikes will only encourage people to want to buy faster, said Tammy Felenstein, president of the Connecticut Association of Realtors, and strategic growth and sales manager for the William Raveis flagship office in Stamford. “If anything, it increases the demand,” Felenstein said. “We’re playing musical chairs. There are thousands See Housing prices, A17

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

A17

Housing prices From A16

This latest acceleration is fueled by cash and is also carof buyers looking to buy, and rying over into diminished only a few chairs.” supplies and higher prices in After two years of pandemic- the rental market, she said. related restrictions, people “Until we can get a supply, are saving more, with the it’s going to continue this savings rate in the U.S. at an way,” Felenstein said. all-time high. People who buy a home now are locking ‘Supply-side in low interest payments for challenges’ 30 years, she said. According to the Berkshire Housing prices are accelerHathaway report, low invenating at a faster rate than tory in the resale market typmost investments and aren’t ically would result in more expected to come down unnew development til supply improves. Buyers sales, however, homewho wait can only expect to builders faced severe suppay more in the future, Feply-side challenges, includlenstein said. ing a lack of approved and “This is not a bubble,” Felen- affordable lots, rising building material costs, supplystein said. “It’s not even close to what happened dur- chain bottlenecks and difficulty finding skilled labor. ing the Great Recession.”

homes sold in 2020. Demand for new construction has also pushed the average selling price up for both new and existing homes. “It’s hard to get materials, and the cost of materials is

skyrocketing,” Greg Ugalde, a Connecticut-based builder and former chairman of the National Association of Home Builders. recently told The Connecticut Mirror. “And that’s forced some builders to the sidelines

“These supply-side challenges existed before the pandemic but compounded tremendously over the last 18 months,” the report stated.

In 2008, subprime lenders were giving mortgages to unqualified buyers who eventually defaulted on the loans.

Brilliant BasementtnemesaB tnaillirB Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpretaW

“As a result, in 2021, 946 The bad mortgages were new single-family homes backing securities (built in 2020 andse2021) Basement Waterproofing civreS gnifoorpretaW tnemesaB that crumbled in value and Services closed in Connecticut. sent the housing market andexperience. Over 36 Years combined .ecneirepxThat e denibmoc sraeY 63 revO is down 5.5% pereconomy reeling.Written Guarantee*,number Fully Transferable Sump Pumps, , s p m u P p m u S , * e e t n arauG nettirW elbarefsnarT ylluF cent from the 1,001 new

waiting for things like lumber to get under control. Prices have doubled or tripled in some areas, and you have to factor that into the price of a house.” mgodin@record-journal.com 203-317-2255 Twitter: @Cconnbiz

Are you the Cutest Couple?

Pumps Eliminated in most homes. .semoh tsom ni detanimilE spmuP Deal Direct with owner - no middle man. .nam elddim on - renwo htiw tceriD laeD French Drains, Gravity Drains, Landscaping Drainage,,eganiarD gnipacsdnaL ,sniarD ytivarG ,sniarD hcnerF Gutter Downspout Drains sniarD tuopsnwoD rettuG Waterproofing, LLC New Bulkheads, ,sdaehkluB weN E EExperience. EECombined RF F36RYears Basement Waterproofing s s e t EgressServices and • Over dna ssergE te a a m m i t ti s Es Pumps Eliminated in E Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps, Most Homes. Basement Windows, ,swodniW tnemesaB Deal Direct With Owner - No Middle Man, Crawl Spaces to you by Basement Finishing gnihsiniF tnemesbrought aB

Brilliant Basement

860-598-8091

R247028

HIC. 0653192 • CALL US

*written details available elbaliava sliated nettirw* upon request tseuqer nopu

* written details available upon request 3 V_ 8 3 010 8 D

D801038_V3

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com moc.gnifoorpretawtnemesabtnaillirb.www

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com HIC. 0653192 • CALL US SU LLAC • 2913560 .CIH

2020 Readers’

860-598-8091CROSSWORD 1908-895-06Choice 8 Awards SUDOKU

BEST DENTIST

R247473v4

Submit your photo as the Cutest Couple now through January 30th! myrecordjournal.com/couple

248055

ANSWER

A18

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Legal Notices & Classifieds

Reach over 310,000 readers. Call us today 203-238-1953

Lawn and Garden

Wanted To Buy

Need to Earn Income ASAP? Earn up to $1,200 mo. + Tips!

ACCELERATED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of machine shops, home workshops and small lathes. Call anytime 860-985-5760

The perfect and easiest part time job - Newspaper Delivery Routes Available - Earn up to $600.00 every Two weeks +Tips (Depending on area)

Wanted To Buy

248314

FREE CLEAN FILL AVAILABLE FOR COST OF TRUCKING! HILL AUCPRICED PER LOAD DE- GRASSY Routes available in the following towns: TIONS, - an Estate PENDING ON LOCATION Sale, Liquidation, Attic WANTED Individual MIDDLETOWN, MERIDEN, NEW BRITAIN $100 minimum. & Basement Cleanout firearms, collections & CALL JIM 860-982-4819 AND WALLINGFORD Company is Always estates including military Buying and providing & related items.Federally Must be 18 or older. Must have valid drivers license, reliable services all over ConWood Fuel Heating vehicle and be available early mornings. Make extra cash necticut. These are just licensed firearms dealer. Equipment Gunsmith, appraisals, before you go to work making early morning newspaper a FEW of the things Richard Pleines, (860) we are looking for: Andeliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary. TREE LENGTH tiques, Collectibles, 663-2214. Must able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week. MUST FIREWOOD Old/ Vintage Toys, Mube dependable, and be able to read a route list with specific sical Instruments (SaxCALL FOR DETAILS delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Pet Services ophones, Trumpets, Vi203-238-2149 Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required. olins, Flutes, Clarinets, Not Temp Work. Retirees, Stay at Home Mom’s, and Veterans Trombone & SO MUCH ATTENTION DOG MORE) Advertising are also welcome to apply. Make extra cash to pay rent, Wanted To Buy OWNERS! Items, Wristwatches mortgage, bills, save money, or a great vacation. Obedience Classes (Broken or Not), Pocket Starting March 28 1,2,3 Items or an Estate Text or call Peter at 860-846-0216 from 9 a.m. Watches, Tools (MaMONDAY Evenings at to 6 p.m. and start as soon as tomorrow morning. $$$ CASH $$$ chinist, Woodworking, Cheshire Park & Rec. & MORE) Doorstops, Todd Shamock 8 wk class-$125 Clocks, Oil Paintings, CAVA RESTAURANT Estate Sale Service $135 Non-Residents Old Signs, Old PhoAutos Wanted Looking for experiCostume Jewelry, Beginners - 6:15pm tographs, Old Postenced chefs and line Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Novices - 7:15pm cards, Brewery Items, cooks for Italian food, Pre-Reg online or call Paintings,Meriden Items Hunting & Fishing, PEZ apply in person 1615 Chesh. Park & Rec at Dispensers, Costume 203-494-1695 West St., Southington, 203.272.2743 9-4 Jewelry, Broken Jewel860.628.2282. AFTER 5pm Call ry, Gold & Silver JewelA-1 LOOKING - To buy INSTRUCTOR ry, Gold & Silver Coins, The Good, The Bad Bruce 203-715-1489 Military Items, Swords & The Ugly, old cos& Bayonets, Helmets & tume jewelry box lots. Patches, Medals & Uni“I Pay Top Cash For forms, Pocket Knives, Your Grandma’s CosLighters & Pipes, Fountume Jewelry Stash”, tain Pens, Mechanical Julie 203-443-9602. CASH PAID For any Pencils, Fraternal Order Toyota any condition, Items, Religious Items, AARON’S BUYING Industrial Items, Winrunning or not, crashed Old Machinist Tools, chester Items, Sikorsky okay. Will take other Lathes, BenchTools, Items, Pratt & Whitney makes and models. Hand Tools & more. Items, Colt Items, Na(203) 600-4431. tive American Items, (203) 525-0608. Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, TOP CASH PAID Matchbox & HotALWAYS BUYING For Junk or unwanted wheels, Barbie’s, Folk CASH PAID vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Art, Statues, Bronzes, Vintage Electronics, Please call Mike @ 203Trains, Cameras, Mid Musical Instru284-8562 8am-5pm. Century Modern Furments, Amps, Ham facebook.com/ niture, Straight Razors, Equipment, HiFi, Shaving Items, Political Radios, CB, Guirecordjournalnewspaper Items, Comic Books, tars, Audio EquipSports Cards & Automent, Antiques. graphs…& THE LIST 860-707-9350 GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. ALWAYS BUYING OLD Grassy Hill Auctions TOOLS - Old, used & 203-868-1816 - Grassy antique hand tools twitter.com/ HillAuctions.com wanted. Machinist, Record_Journal engraving, wood- Antique & working & work- WANTED vintage old clothing bench hand tools & buttons, I purchase sm. tool chests. Fair & amounts or entire colrespectable offers lections. 860.658.2163. made in your home. Call w/confidence, Cory, 860.322.4367.

CONNECT TO US SOCIALLY

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Please & Thank you.

Advertise with us.

203-317-2312

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132.

instagram.com/ recordjournal

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in our Classifieds.

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned GARY WODATCH

Heating and Cooling

Junk Removal

Moving and Storage

CARPENTRY

Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa. Call Bill (203) 901-2136. CT. Reg. # 0647093

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Servicing CT for over 25 yrs. Specializing in Res. & Comm. Heating & cooling services. Lic & Ins. R&M Heating & Cooling, LLC 203-631-4472 HTG.0410323.

Home Improvements

CLEAN & REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817

Advertise with us. 203-317-2312

Electrical Services

TEC ELECTRICAL

Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122

Gutters

GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

Handyperson HOME DOCTOR - 48 yrs exp. Odd jobs & remodeling, former US Navy, 15 yrs, #640689, 203.427.7828.

203-238-1953

Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results. Plumbing

Roofing

Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071 Cell:203.510.3830 Stormshieldct@gmail. com HIC.0664452

Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006

FRONTLINE PLUMBING - New Intall and repairs. Small jobs welcome. Water heater specials. Bob 203-213-0691.

Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430

Carpentry

A19

Specializing in roofing, siding, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, basement remodeling. Senior citizen discount Insured. Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937

RT RELOCATION Your moving and storage specialists. Call for a free estimate. 833-668-3978.

STUFF TO SELL? Call Us. 203-238-1953

Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.

GEORGE J MACK & SONS - Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 15% Sr citizen disc. 203-238-2820.

GO MOBILE /Classifieds Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential & commercial roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

Landscaping

Junk Removal A&R CLEANOUT SERVICE - Partial or total cleanouts of homes, garages, basements, businesses. We Clean homes top to bottom and do demolition work also. Free estimates. No job to small or large. 203-281-6387 or 203623-0166.

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

IF YOU Mention This Ad FALL Yard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817

A classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

Call Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5pm • 203-238-1953

A20

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, January 27, 2022

MORE WAYS TO

MOVE YOU More Local Coverage More local coverage means more content that’s meaningful to you. News that affects your life. Stories that hit home. The Most Local News covering your town every day More Local Sports stories, photos and results Front Porch News profiling your neighbors every Sunday Local Opinions with editorial pages seven days a week It’s content that moves you, at home and on the go.

500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut | 203.235.1661 | rjmediagroup.com

MEDIA THAT MOVES YOU >>