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camping,boating,traveling and riverboatcruises. They madeacouple tripstoItaly overtheyearsandtheirlast destination was to Israel. Davidlovedtosingandbelonged to the Cheshire Community Chorus.Frank Sinatra wasa favorite,and evenwhile sickhe didhis besttosingalong.

40 years. Dr.Dimmick rendered a great deal of service to localclinics in Connecticutand Florida.Traveling pet wellness clinics and agriculturalfairs also benefited from his expertise. His passion for pet wellness and preventative care wasdisplayed atthe RiverCityVeterinaryHospitalin Palatka,Floridaand heopened hisownpractice,the MagnoliaClinic,in the Villagesearly thisyear. In Putnam County, his charity workalso included volunteer effortsat thelocal food bankand the blood bank.Dr. Dimmick wasan avidreaderand particularly enjoyedsci-fi andfantasybooks.

Tick protection tips

Thankfully, there are numerous ways to prevent tick bites. The CDC recommends treating clothing with products containing 0.5% permethrin. It’s also important to be especially cautious in areas where ticks live, such as grassy and wooded areas. Using repellents and doing thorough checks afterward is also key, the CDC says.

In addition tohis wife, Virginia, he issurvived by his sons,David M.Berson and Jeffrey W. Berson; grandsons, Alexander D. Berson and Logan D. Berson;sistersin-law,Anne (Donald)GabrielandNancy (Peter) Sorrentino;and manyniecesandnephews. Hewaspredeceasedbyhis brother,MichaelMalley. Services havealready takenplace.Memorialcontributions may be made to Circle ofCare forFamilies of Children with Cancer, Inc.,144 DanburyRd., Wilton, CT 06897 or online at www.thecircleofcare.org.TheAldersonFord Funeral Homeof Cheshire, is assisting with arrangements.Toleaveonlinecondolences pleasevisit www.fordfh.com.

Edward waspreceded in eternalrestbyhismotherin October 2010. He died on Tuesday,March28,2023at hisresidence.

He is survivedby his father, Dr. Charles William Dimmick; brother, Wesle Dymoke;uncles, PaulDimmick,Gary Dimmickand GeorgeKurz; cousins,PeterDimmick, MaggieDimmickandKatUmeh.

There will be a memorial service forEdward atSt. Peter’s EpiscopalChurch, Cheshire, Connecticut, on Saturday,May 13,at12 noon, followed by a reception andinterment ofashes.

The Cheshire Police Department’s newest officer, Christopher Rinaldi, was sworn in on April 21. In a social media post, the CPD stated: “Christopher will be spending a few weeks working within the department until he begins the New Britain Police Academy in midMay. Say hello and give him a warm welcome if you see him around. Congratulations!”

Cheshire Police Department, Facebook

In Brief

Library update

A major renovation to the Cheshire Public Library parking lot is taking place this month.

The new arrangement will add more parking spaces, improve lighting and swap the current entrance and exit to allow for safer traffic circulation.

to the Town Garage) for disposal of residential grass clippings and leaves. There is no charge. Disposal by commercial operations is not permitted. The container is accessible Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Tree trimming

Limiting exposed skin also helps avoid bites.

The disease can cause a fever, chills, fatigue and muscle and joint pain. It is treated with antibiotics, and most people recover. Left untreated, it can worsen, causing symptoms such as heart problems and debilitating pain. There is no Lyme vaccine on the market in the U.S. for people but one is being tested.

The parking lot will be inaccessible during the renovation. Also, library hours may be altered. Before visiting, check cheshirelibrary.org or call 203-2722245.

Yard clean-up

The Town of Cheshire provides a container at 1304 Waterbury Road (adjacent

Eversource has contracted with Lewis Tree Service, Inc. for the annual tree trimming to ensure the safety of overhead wires. Lewis Tree Service will be contacting homeowners in Cheshire, and will be trimming and removing debris over the next several months. Approximately 20 miles of corridor will be inspected and trimmed as necessary.

Tyler Cessario

PLATT GOLF

After establishing himself as a freshman, Tyler Cessario continues to be Platt’s leading golfer as a junior. Cessario shot medal rounds on consecutive days last week: an even-par 35 on the front nine at Hawks Landing against Plainville, then a 44 on the front nine at Hunter Golf Course against Bristol Eastern. Cessario lowered his Hunter score to 42 Thursday versus Bristol Central.

Jack Pesta

LYMAN HALL BASEBALL

Lyman Hall baseball completed a season sweep over Sheehan last week at Pat Wall Field. A common thread in each game? Jack Pesta was the winning pitcher. The senior right-hander went the distance in last week’s 5-1 victory, scattering seven hits and three walks while striking out seven. He was also 3-for-3 at the plate. With the win, Pesta raised his pitching record to 4-0.

Rafael Rodriguez

MALONEY BASEBALL

Raf Rodriguez was the Alpha and Omega of Maloney’s 12-2 baseball victory over Platt on Friday at Ceppa Field. The junior catcher, a returning starter from last year’s Class L runner-up squad, opened the show with a tworun home run in the first inning and closed it with a three-run bomb in the fifth that gave the Spartans a walk-off via the mercy rule. Rodriguez finished 3-for-3.

Reilly Hunter Sheehan Softball

Bat her leadoff, bat her third; play her in center field, play her at second base. With Reilly Hunter, you’ve got options. The junior captain has been a versatile team leader for Titans coach Sarah Wyant. In last week’s rivalry game with Lyman Hall, Hunter went 3-for-3 at the top of the lineup with a triple, two RBI and two runs scored. She doubled twice Friday against Guilford.

Ava Harris Cheshire Lacrosse

Cheshire girls lax entered the week with big games on the slate against SCC rival Hand and unbeaten non-league opponent East Lyme. Leading the Rams is senior captain Ava Harris. With four goals and three assists against both Sheehan and Glastonbury last week, Harris raised her season totals to 30 goals and 12 assists. She’ll be playing next year at Bucknell University.

Taylor Foresi

SOUTHINGTON LACROSSE

We hit the halfway point of the season with only one area lacrosse team undefeated, and that’s the Southington Lady Knights, who entered the week at 10-0. Coach Dave Sargent’s club is blessed with depth, led by the likes of Taylor Foresi. The LIU-bound senior scored four goals in Wednesday’s crucial 13-5 win over Glastonbury. That raised her total on the season to 27.

Winners will be posted here as well as your next group of nominees.

“Someone had been left a painting from their parent or grandparent, and though it wasn’t what you would call a sophisticated piece of art, it was the most important possession that person had because their family member had touched it. And the decorator did the colors in the room to make that painting the superstar, and then it suddenly looked amazing,” Pilarczyk recalled.

Seeing how much that piece meant to the family made Pilarczyk think of her own life, and what it could mean to others to have similarly valuable works art from beloved family members. “I thought about having lost my parents when I was fairly young, (and) what I would give to have a piece of artwork that my parents had painted for my grandparents, and how that, too, would become the most important part of my life,” she continued. “So we started this program and it has been monumental in people’s lives.”

Artsplace is a nonprofit organization that is aimed toward providing classes and artistic outlets for the entire Cheshire community. It’s operated by the Town of Cheshire.

For town officials, the arts are a field worth investing in and many are enthused to see the return of Art Heals to Artsplace’s lineup of programming. It’s through the town that it can remain free to participants, providing compensation for the artists who offer their time.

“I think it’s a wonderful program, it’s an ageless program. So it’s not just adults, it could be children. If someone is home for any reason, whether it be cancer or depression or they’re on bed rest for maternity,” said Donna Lodynsky, chair of the Performing and Fine Arts

Committee. “I think it just helps keep them involved with the community, so that they’re not alone in their home.”

“From my experience, whenever I see someone who is not an artist either take a program at Artsplace or go into some form of art, it’s been very therapeutic for them. It has been very rewarding, just something that they’re able to accomplish in a short amount of time with the Art Heal support,” said Donna Mark, president of Friends of CPFA Artplace.

“So I think if you’re homebound and you’re not being able to go out and be independent, to have someone come in and work with you on a one-on-one basis, I think it’s just very important.”

To enroll in the Art Heals program, contact Pilarczyk at 203-272-2787, or at jpilarczyk@cheshirect.org.

Assistant Animal Control Officer

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for 30hr/wk position.

Workdays Wednesday through Sunday, Mondays and Tuesdays off. Hourly rate as of 7-1-23: $20.61. For additional information, please see the Town web site at www. cheshirect.org . All applications due NLT 5-15-23.The Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

FIREFIGHTER/ EMT

The Town of Wallingford is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/EMT

Applicants must possess: a valid CPAT Card (issued within 12 months of the closing date), H.S. diploma/ GED, valid driver’s license and hold a valid EMT-A license that meets CT State Regulations. Copies of EMT-A licenses and CPAT certification must be submitted with application materials. The Town of Wallingford offers a competitive wage of $1,150.71 - $1,483.53 weekly. In addition, there is a $1,900 annual EMT bonus plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Application deadline is May 26, 2023 or the date the 40th application is received, whichever occurs first. Apply: Human Resources Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St., Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE.

Water Treatment

Water Treatment Pumping

OPERATOR I

The Town of Wallingford is seeking qualified applicants to operate and maintain the Town’s water treatment plant, pumping stations, storage tanks, and groundwater well facilities. Requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D with one (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment in water supply and treatment; or a technical high school diploma with demonstrated career and technical education related to electronics technology, electrical, plumbing, H.V.A.C or water supply and treatment activities and operations, or completion of a program in water management. Applicants must have or be able to obtain within 12 months, State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Class 1 or higher Water Treatment Plant Operator certification and completion of a program in water management. A valid State of CT motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Wages: $27.49 to $33.40 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefits package that includes pension plan, medical insurance, life insurance, paid sick and vacation time. Applications may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492, or emailed to: wlfdhr@wallingfordct. gov by the closing date of May 16, 2023. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE

Maintainer Ii Collections System

The Town of Wallingford Sewer Division is seeking qualified applicants to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the operation, maintenance, repair and construction of sanitary sewers, including CCTV inspection and high velocity flushing. Requires a H.S., trade school or vocational school diploma or H.S. equivalency diploma, plus 3 years employment in a field related to sanitary sewer construction, operation or maintenance, or 1 year of training in a skilled trade substituted for 1 year of experience up to 2 years plus a minimum of 1 year of employment for a sewer utility or in the construction field with work experience in the installation and maintenance of pipelines, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment a valid State of Connecticut Class B CDL. Wages: $26.16 to $31.18 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefits package that includes pension plan, medical insurance, life insurance, paid sick and vacation time. Applications may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492, or emailed to: wlfdhr@wallingfordct. gov by the closing date of May 23, 2023. Phone: (203) 294-2080;

294-2084.

LOCAL DAIRY DISTRIBUTOR - In Wallingford, CT, looking for parttime warehouse/driver, Monday - Friday. It may turn into fulltime. Starting salary is $16.00. Please apply in person at 49 North Plains Industrial Road, Wallingford, CT 06492.

OFFICE POSITION -

We are looking for a self-motivated, friendly and responsible person who has strong customer service skills and computer knowledge to work in our Self Storage office. Secure facility with longterm tenant base.

Part Time: Friday, 9-5 p.m., Saturday 9-2 p.m. (can be alternate Saturdays). Call 203-605-1494.

PISTOL PERMIT - Certification class for CT Pistol Permit, 1 session only, small groups, $140. (203) 415-1144.

TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149

1, 2, 3 CASH FOR YOUR ANTIQUES & JEWELRY - Call Todd Shamock at 203-494-1695.

TOP CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.

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

TOP CASH PAID

For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.

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.

ANTIQUES WANTEDComic books, toys, adv. signs, military items, motorcyles, mini bikes, etc. All items considered, appraisal & estate sale services, incl. clean-outs. 40 years exp. Call or text, Gary at 203-237-4124.

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION

Screened Topsoil $30/ per yd; 2.5” screened gravel, $18 per yd; Sand$18 per yd; Millings-$22 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-9824819 for delivery

PREMIUM SCREENED TOPSOIL

$30/yard delivered,

3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

BUYING ALL - Costume Jewelry, Old Watches, Gold Jewelry, Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Sterling Flatware, In Any Condition.

Please Call Jude M. Dichele @ (203) 8681816.

BUYING MACHINIST

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

GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising

Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky

Items, Pratt & Whitney

Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience.

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

CARPENTRY

Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping

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

DECKS & PORCHES

Give some new life to your old decks and porches. We can repair or replace stairs, deck boards, railings. We also construct new decks. HIC#647093 Insured. Call Bill for a free estimate, (203) 901-2136.

JUNK REMOVAL

Hot Tub Removal, Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more.

*SPRING YARD

Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS

203-535-9817 860-575-8218

JM Lawn Care Lawn Mowing, Spring Cleanup, Hedge Trimming, Tree Service, Mulch, any color. Comm. & Res. 860.796.8168

JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC - Spring CleanUps, we specialize in weeding all types of beds, mulching, top soil work, pruning hedges & shrubs, & all your landscape needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today for free estimate, 203-213-6528.

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Stonewalls, Steps, Concrete, Repairs, Etc. Free Ests. #0648556 203.808.6886 arnoldsmasonry.com

W. BOOBER MASONRYOver 35 Years Experience All Types of Masonry CT License #626708 (203) 235-4139

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE

MOBILE WASH Chemicals safe for house & plants. House wash, roof cleaning, decks. 25 yrs. exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 Ins. 860.538.5520

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

YORKIE POM - & Bichon Yorkie Puppies, Ready now. 1st shots & wormed. $650 and up ea. Call 603.630.2258.

GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate.

203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

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

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

ACCEPTING - New customers for wkly mowing, thatching, aerating, hedge trimming . Ryan 860.515.1302

SPRING CLEANUPS

JUNK REMOVAL

Tree Removal, Fence Work & more! No job too small or large. 860.719.3953

RT RELOCATION

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

Specializing in tree removal, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.

A pressureless house washing system can save you money, ask how! The Power-Washing Kings. House & roof washing, decks, patios, etc. Others Wash We Clean! 860.839.1000 thepowerwashing kings.com

POWER WASHING

Is Spring Cleaning on THE OUTSIDE

FREE Estimates

#569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

ALEX EUROPEAN MASONRY - 30 yrs. exp. Patios, ret. walls, steps, brick, stone, chimneys. Lic#580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE Ext. & Int. Painting. Sheetrock.Popcorn Repair. Wallpaper Remv’l. Decks. 25 yrs exp. Free est. Sr. disc. #0656136. Ins. 860.538.5520

POWERWASHING

Painting Int. & Ext. Gutters Cleaned Free Ests. Ins. Refs. Rodrigo, (203) 565-7745.

OVER 28 YRS EXP Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps. Free est. 860.274.4893.

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Since ‘99

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Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071

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