The Cheshire Citizen by Record Journal

Volume 13, Number 23

cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

A lifetime of lessons Quinnipiac professor retires after 51 years By Jessica Simms Record-Journal staff

After 51 years at Quinnipiac University, former Cheshire resident Joe Woods has retired from teaching biology courses. “Never once did it seem for a moment like it was 50 years,” Woods said. “I just moved from one day to the next and it was like time was not an issue, never was.” See Professor, A12

Lionel Brault, 81, of Wolcott, takes a moment of silence as he touches the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall during an opening ceremony at Cheshire’s Bartlem Park on June 2. Daniel Passapera, for the Record-Journal

Traveling Vietnam memorial stirs mixed emotions in Cheshire 15 years ago, and Hayley Phase 2town Falk, founder of Because of the g spearheaded the effort to OthepeninBrave, The traveling memorial lists bring it back to Cheshire. names of the 58,318 service menoon S Because of the Brave’s mission is and women who died in the Viet-

By Lauren Sellew Record-Journal staff

Bartlem Park, around the clock, June 2 to 6.

The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., was on display at

nam War. The wall was last in

By Joy VanderLek The Citizen

The Coalition for a Sustainable Cheshire, an alliance consisting of multiple organizations, including those associated with green infras-

Luxury Retirement Living Cheshire Living Luxuryin Retirement See Memorial wall, A10

Phase 2 Opening Soon

Library hosts ‘Whole life cycle’ housing discussion

See Housing discussion, A14

203 272 2901 • www.marbridgeweb.com

R252097

 All Inclusive Competitive Rates in Cheshire  Memory Care Services Memory Care Services • Furnished Studios’ and Suites AllFurnished Studio’s &Rates Suites Inclusive Competitive

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

R250741

State meet: CHS duo capture Class L gold

www.CheshireChiropractor.com

Voted number 1 in Cheshire 7 Years in a row 203-272-4513 420 South Main St., Cheshire

Record-Journal report

NEW BRITAIN — Two Cheshire runners emerged with titles at the CIAC Class L state track meet, held June 1 at Willow Brook Park.

KDM KDM KITCHENS KITCHENS

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

Farrell moved onto the championship radar after the top seed in the 400 meters scratched. The freshman took her opportunity. She is the younger sister of Ryan Farrell, who won Class L, State Open and national championships in the 800 before heading off to the University of Louisville.

203.250.6445

247653

Junior Colin Brown followed up his 100-meter championship in the Southern Connecticut Conference with a state crown in 10.94 seconds, while freshman Leah Farrell won the 400 meters in 58.50.

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

JOE’S LANDSCAPE

DESIGNS

His younger sister is making her mark already.

Drainage & Installation of French Drains

“It’s pretty cool. I was not expecting this at all. I didn’t want to get my hopes up those,” Leah Farrell said. “The (first) 200 meters, we were all about even. With 150 meters to go, I realized I was ahead. I was just trying to hold it and not look behind me.”

Tree Removal Service

TUE

May

WED

THU 26

NOR

10:35AM

FRI

SAT

BRO 6:35PM

NOR

MON

TUE

June

WOR

NOR

10:35AM

BRO 6:35PM

WED

NAS

WES

NAS 635PM

THU PIT

BRO

PIT

FRI

SAT 3

NAS

NAS 635PM

NAS

6:35PM

BRO

WES

SUN

6:35PM

NOR VT

6:35PM

20 21 • nbbees.com 22 23 • 860.826.2337 24 25 Buy Tickets Now! $8 GA TicketsWOR &19Free Parking WOR BRO WES WOR VT

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

Executive1:35PM VP & Publisher — Liz6:35PM White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Olivia Lawrence 26Editor —27 28 29 Senior VP VT and Editor — Ralph BRO Tomaselli BRO 6:35PM Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener Creative Director — Erik Allison

5 6 7 8 9 joeslandscapedesigns.com WES NOR NOR NOR 6:35PM Berlin, CT •6:35PM 860.918.8806 12

NOR

10:35AM

NAS

6:35PM

NOR 6:35PM

NAS

PIT

UPCOMING PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE

BRO

6:35PM

Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

SUN

WOR

VT NOR WOR 10:35AMFarrell won the 400 in 58.50. Cheshire freshman Leah

See Class L track, A3

July

R248456

MON

PIT

THE BEES ARE BACK!

1:35PM

6:35PM

1:35PM

MON

BRO

1:35PM

7 6:35PM ADVERTISING: WES Jeff Guerrette— Marketing Consultant 203-317-2324 | jguerrette@rjmediagroup.com 30

635PM

WOR NEWS / SPORTS:

(203) 317-2245 | news@thecheshirecitizen.com

PIT

WOR

WOR 6:35PM

PIT

6:35PM

All Star Game

NOR

WOR

BRO

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

WOR

PIT

6:35PM

NOR 6:35PM

BRO

WES :6:35PM

251397

Farrell said this was the biggest win in her young career.

SUN

NOW OPEN!

Storm Damage • Hardscapes Land Clearing • Mulching • Sprinkler Systems one Excavating • Spring & Fall Cleanups New England St LLC ly p p Su ulch Masonry • InstallTUE New Planting SUN MON WEDBedsTHU FRI& MSAT e - Top Soil - Mulch on Full Lawn/Grass Installation St July 1 2 1 1 2 Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding NOR BRO 6:35PM General Cleanup Licenced & Insured. US-CT 2442603

9 10 11 12 13 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

POST SEASON

August

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Class L track “It’s great for her as a freshman and she has come a long way in a short time,” Cheshire coach Barbara Hedden said. “Her times are dropping right now and everything is coming together for her. She had a great race and we are expecting more from her next week and in the coming years. I’m proud of what she’s done.

Cheshire’s Squirrel Lanz and Maloney’s Jylosdet Davila compete in the finals of the 100-meter hurdles during the CIAC Class L Track and Field Championships at Willow Brook Park in New Britain. Lanz finished fourth and Davila finished seventh.

coaches in the league that have been asking about him. They respect what he does.” Hawkins won the 200 in 22.10. Brown was fifth in that event with a 22.40.

Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

Also for Cheshire, the girls 4x800 relay team of Farrell, Alexa Ciccone, Meghan Georgescu and Mia Vientos finished third with a time of 9:41.74.

Elegante is a lifestyle brand that brings meaning to each piece of bead stone bracelet.

“Many times experience is important in a race like this, but she wasn’t afraid and she ran her race,” Hedden added.

Cheshire also took second and third in the 300 hurdles. Kira Zawalich was second (46.93) and Squirrel Lanz was third (47.41).

A great gift for both men and women

In the 100, Brown took control 30 meters into the race and never looked back.

Lanz was also fourth in the 100 hurdles (16.43). Ciccone was third in the 3,200 (11:21.03). Lanz, Farrell, Vientos and Zawalich placed sixth in the 4x400 in 4:09.88.

“Starts have been my weakest part and I’ve been working on it,” Brown said. “I felt good about the race after 30 or 40 meters. It felt pretty good to win. I did better on the backstretch. I felt great coming into this race and I’m feeling pretty good about Opens.”

In field events, Cheshire’s Valeriya Shlyk was fourth in the shot put at 30-8½.

Our hand-crafted bracelets are more than a fashion statement. Each of our bracelets contains a meaning of cultures, beliefs, and humanity.

Three Class L records fell at the event. Hillhouse had two of them. Matthew Gibbs set the new standard in the 300 Cheshire coach Allen hurdles at 37.89 and teamDvarskas noted Brown was neck and neck with rival and mate Gary Moore Jr. threw runner-up Ralphael Hawkins 192-10 in the discus en route to winning that event as well of Hillhouse (11.07) for a as the shot put and javelin. good part of the race. Simsbury’s Timothy Watson “He got it done,” Dvarskas said. “He isn’t amped about broke the Class L high jump his time, but he’s the Class L record that stood since 1981 champion and he will have a with a mark of 7-¾. couple of days to relax beThe team Class L champs fore doing it again. He’s get- were Hillhouse for the boys ting respect from the other and E.O. Smith for the girls.

2 0 2 2

Thank you for voting us Best Fitness Center and Gym

BARRE - PERSONAL TRAINING - PILATES

AUTO & HOME

Customized One-On-One Personal Training

INSURANCE R247953v4

AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS LIFE • HEALTH • PET

Derek Gromko, Agent 203.439.2386 | derek@derekgromko.com

BEST OF... AWARDS

R252317

CALL NOW FOR A QUOTE!

Visit our website to place your order: elegante.com.co

203.494.9259 www.fitimpressions.net 355 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410

252129v2

From A2

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

CIAC Tournament Roundup Boys volleyball Xavier 3, Cheshire 2: A 2-0 lead got away from the No. 5 Rams as they dropped this Class M quarterfinal donnybrook to the No. 4 Falcons in Middletown. After Cheshire grabbed the opening sets 26-24 and 25-

22, Xavier charged back 2521 and 25-19. The SCC rivals went to a riveting fifth game and the Falcons prevailed 18-16. That sent the Rams home at 16-8 and Xavier (16-7) on to a semifinal date with topseeded Joel Barlow.

A Specialty Gift and Floral Boutique

End of the School is Approaching... and We Have the Perfect Gifts!

• Inspirational &Teas• frames • Inspirational Books • books Gourmet Perfume Custom Designed Charm • •Jewelry • Inspirational BraceletsNecklaces • Handbags • Fragrant Candles • Scarves • Go Green Bags • Fragrant Soaps Soaps && Lotions • Candles • Lavender Aromatherapy ChocolateStakes Truffles •Insulated Drinkware & much more! ••Garden • Wind Chimes • Bird Houses

242202

Remember Your Teacher or Graduate with

Girls lacrosse Wilton 17, Cheshire 6: The No. 4 Warriors built a 13-3 lead by halftime in posting the Class L quarterfinal victory over the No. 12 Rams in Wilton. Molly Snow and Addison Pattillo paced Wilton. Snow piled up seven assists while also scoring three goals. Pattillo pocketed five goals and set up two. Cheshire was led by Hannah Merritt’s four goals. Leah Black and Lauren Samela had one apiece. Tori Santi and Ava Matikowski dished assists.

SCC Championships: Fairfield Prep took the conference crown at The Farms Country Club led by Mike Rothberg’s even-par medal round of 72. Cheshire placed second behind the scoring of A.J. DePaolo (73), Riley Brabant (78), Jack Brewster (86) and Nick Fortunato (83). DePaolo and Brabant were named All-Conference.

Volunteers sought

Custom Floral Arrangements are a Specialty of Wild Wisteria

Free home-based assistance is available to Cheshire residents age 70 and older or adults with physical disabilities thanks to the Senior Center’s partnership with UR

354 Main St., Durham (860) 349-1550 331 (Next to Carolyn Adams Country Barn)

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

BARTLETT CONTRACTING BC

, LLC

10% OFF

Any combo of Roofing, Siding or Window Install 250949v2

Boys golf

Girls golf SCC Championships: Cheshire placed third behind champion Amity and runner-up Lauralton Hall in the SCC girls championship at Oronoque Country Club. Amity took the team title behind medalist Ava Gross, who shot a 6-over-par 78 and won by eight strokes. Cheshire’s Sydney Hidalgo was third at 90. Hidalgo was named All-Conference along with teammates Mackenzie Corcoran (98) and Sophia DelRosso (100).

In Brief

Stonewall Kitchen Gift Baskets & Chocolate Truffles Perfect for Father’s Day!

Must mention coupon. Not valid on current or prior work

bartlettcontractingllc.com |

Wilton improved to 16-4 and advanced to play top-seeded Darien. Cheshire’s season ended at 14-7.

bartlettcontractingllc

Community Cares. Are you or someone you know interested in becoming a volunteer? Learn more at URCommunityCares.org or contact Stefanie at 203-272-8286 or stheroux@cheshirect.org.

ROOFING · WINDOWS SIDING · DOORS The BC Crew Can Help You Too! Call 203.558.1696

“

Jaya Chatterjee

“Bartlett Contracting replaced the roof and rebuilt the back porch of my 1930s cape house in Cheshire. They provided clear, timely estimates, quick scheduling and completion of the work, durable yet elegant materials, and beautiful craftsmanship. I look forward to having them remodel my kitchen and bathroom, refinish my flooring, and replace my windows this summer. In the meantime, I warmly recommend them to other homeowners.”

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

In Brief Annual festival

Lawn debris

Pink Walk

The annual Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair returns to town Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the green in front of the First Congregational Church. Admission and parking are free.

The Town of Cheshire proThe Susan G. Komen More vides a container at 1304 than Pink Walk will take Waterbury Road (adjacent to place Oct. 22 at Bushnell 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, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., through Oct. 31 (excluding holidays).

LOOK FOR THE BIG ORANGE TRUCK.

You can find us all around CT every Saturday & Sunday Sunday June 5th: Counter Weight, Cheshire Sunday June 12th: Villano Park, 260 Mill Rock Rd, Hamden

We specialize in Beef Birria. A dish that originated in Mexico.

CALL US and we will cater your next event!

labirriamania@gmail.com

See our full menu at BirriamaniaFoodTruck.com

Visit us online at veronicacapodicasa.glossgenius.com 125 Highland Ave , Cheshire | 203-464-3458

203.631.5954 or 203.600.1637

Plainville Community Thanks to you, WE WON!

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

Marc from Laiden’s Barbershop is here. Call 203-886-7904 for an appointment.

• 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! R252334

with this coupon. Exp. 7/31/22.

Sunday June 26th: Coals Road, Berlin

WE PROVIDE OUR PATIENTS WITH:

Services offered: Waxing, Eyelash Extensions, Highlights, Haircuts

Chair Rental Available

Saturday June 25th: Hops of the Hill, Glastonbury

Thank you for your votes and putting your faith in us year after year. We’re always here for you.

FULL SERVICE UNISEX BEAUTY SALON

10% OFF

Sunday June 19th:

Vote for usCounter as Weight, yourCheshire favorite pharm

New Ownership opening in June

Hair services from Amber and any eyelash service

zation, working to save lives and end breast cancer.

252040

Besides the naturally-sweet strawberry shortcake, also available will be hamburgers, hot dogs, snowcones, popcorn, chocolate-covered strawberries, and more. Also, jewelry, wreaths, clothing, Juneteenth candles, jellies and jams, Celebration olive oils and vinegars, and much more, will be available The New Britain Museum of for purchase. American Art will host its 21st Annual Juneteenth CelFor more information visit firstcheshire/strawberryfesti- ebration Saturday, June 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. val or Facebook.com/ CheshireStrawberryFestival. Spanning the museum galleries and grounds, the celebration will include a full Golf tournament schedule of events, with drumming, dance, and poetThe Cheshire Chamber of ry performances outdoors. Commerce’s 38th Annual Leo Lavallee, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic is scheduled for Inside, tour the special exhibition, 30 Americans, and Tuesday, July 19. Part of the the museum’s permanent proceeds will go to the collection and make lasting Chamber Scholarship Promemories through hands-on gram. For detailed informaart activities and scavenger tion about the golf tournahunts. ment, visit cheshirechamber.org, or call 203-272-2345. There is no admission fee.

Park in Hartford. Register at komen.org/connecticutwalk. Susan G. Komen is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organi-

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

860.222.9422

170 East Street | Plainville | www.plainvillerx.com

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

State adding focus on hate crime probes By Susan Haigh Associated Press

HARTFORD — Connecticut officials hope timely, steppedup reporting of hate crime investigations by local police to a new State Police investigative unit will help lead to the prevention and detection of such crimes before something violent happens.

A new law requires all local and tribal police departments, resident state troopers, and constables with law enforcement duties to notify the new Hate Crimes Investigative Unit of a broader list of crimes involving bigotry and bias within 14 days, using a new standardized system, beginning Jan. 1. They

You Already Know that Hidden Valley has the Best Miniature Golf... But Did You Know that we also offer The Best Out Door Dining Experience? WE FEATURE

must continue to share information about their local investigations with the State Police unit. “Pretty much every week, every month we get a new national report about the extent of the increase in hate crimes,” said Rep. Maria Horn, D-Salisbury, co-chair of the General Assembly’s

Voted Best Outdoor Dining and Best Ice Cream

Public Safety Committee. “These crimes are among the most corrosive ones we have because they go after the bonds that ties together as communities and as a state. And so I think the need is is obvious.” The new law, which was signed on March 10 by Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont and highlighted during a ceremonial signing Tuesday, comes days before the State Bond Commission is scheduled to release a second $5 million allocation for security grants for houses of worship and eligible nonprofit organizations at risk of being the target of a hate crime or violent act. FBI statistics show there were 101 hate crimes report-

ed in 2020 in Connecticut, the most recent year for available data. Sixty-one of those crimes targeted an individual’s race, ethnicity or ancestry; 17 involved a person’s religion; 15 involved someone’s sexual orientation; and eight involved a person’s disability for multiple biases, Lamont’s office said in a statement. While the new law officially creates the Hate Crimes Investigative Unit within the Connecticut State Police, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Commissioner James Rovella said he already formed the group in October. See Hate crimes, A7

Voted in Top 12 Best Omelets In Connecticut

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 2 2

Amazing Grounds 18 Holes of Beautiful Miniature Golf Water Falls Ponds throughout the course Picnic Areas, Kids Play Area World Class Mini Golf Out Door Waterfront Dining Serving Lunch & Dinner Daily 24 Flavors Of Giffords Ice Cream Libby Italian Ice

Play All Day

Mon. - Fri. 10am - 5pm

Miniature Golf Valid for the 2022 Season

R252445

We are Family owned and operated and have been n Business for 40 Years We Invite you to come join us and enjoy our “Hidden Valley”

2060 West Street (Exit 31 Off 84) Southington

Open daily from 10am to 9pm • HiddenValleyMiniGolf.com

Grand Marshal Grand GrandMarshal Marshal

Wayne Carini Wayne Carini Wayne Carini Grand Marshal

Wayne Carini

Take DAD to Breakfast this Father’s Day

L SPECIALL A RUNS END WEEK E JUN 18 & 19

June 19th 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Come enjoy Steak and Eggs, House Made Coconut Waffles, Stuffed Cannoli French Toast or a Father’s Day Breakfast Burrito

9 Center Street, Southington

860.621.9192

Thank You For voting us Southington’s Be st Breakfast 2022

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 2 2

R252416

Saturday Saturday Saturday June 18, 2022 June 18, June 18,2022 2022

Sat 9am to9am 2pmto 9am to2pm 2pm June 18,

New Britain, Connecticut New Britain, New Britain,Connecticut Connecticut

9am

New Britain, C

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Quality never gets old.

In Brief Class reunion The New Britain High School Class of 1971 will hold its 50th reunion Sept. 17 at Indian Hill Country Club in Newington. Classmates should email nbhsclassof71.50yrs@gmail. com or call 860-798-3265.

Blood drive A Red Cross blood drive will be held Wednesday, June 15, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Cornerstone Church Cheshire, 1146 Waterbury Road. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

Renters Rebate State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program. Rebates can be up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single persons. Applications accepted through Oct. 1. For more information, call 203-272-8030.

Hate crimes The unit, which includes a sergeant and a couple of detectives, has already been working with other State Police units, local police and

the FBI, investigating various complaints, including racist fliers recently distributed on several West Hartford streets by a white supremacist organization.

COME ON DOWN TO THE ORCHARD FOR…

LET’S CELEBRATE! Thursday June 9

Save $2.00 on freshly baked 10” Strawberry Rhubarb Pies 6/9 – 6/12 SWEET CIDER • FRESH DONUTS MADE DAILY LOCALLY MADE: BREAD, YOGURT, ICE CREAM, JAMS, PASTA, SAUCE, COOKIES, TREATS & MORE NATIVE STRAWBERRIES & VEGGIES COMING SOON

SUNNYMOUNT FARM Goat Stroll & Vendor Event Sun June 12

We Buy All Kinds of Antique & Estate Jewelry, Diamonds, Watches, Coins & Flatware. Why sell to DW Gem Services, LLC? Don is one of the most experienced and respected antique and estate jewelry experts in the country. He has over 37 years of experience and understands that selling your jewelry is a personal and sometimes sentimental experience. He will fully explain the process and make you feel comfortable about selling to his firm. At DW Gem Services, LLC you can be assured that you will get a fair and honest evaluation of all of your items.

Call Don Walsh and set up an appointment to discuss your needs.

*visit our Facebook to reserve*

SHUTTLE MEADOW FARM NEW ice cream window!

Hours: Wed – Fri 5-8pm | Sat & Sun 12-8pm Until Labor Day Weekend

Shuttle Meadow: 336 Long Bottom Rd. Southington (860) 229-4240 • 9-5 PM

DW Gem Services, LLC LIKE US ON

RogersOrchards.com

R252364

Sunnymount: 2876 Meriden Waterbury Rd Southington (203) 879-1206 • 9-5 PM

Don Walsh is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced gemologists in the area. He will sit with you and explain everything you need to know about a diamond or colored stone and get you the best deal around. He will work with you to custom design your unique piece of jewelry or you may find it in his vast inventory. We specialize in unique, one of a kind, pieces of estate jewelry from the Victorian era to modern. Don’s experience and connections in the jewelry industry will leave you confident that you will get exactly what you are looking for at an incredible savings from most jewelry stores. You will always be dealing one on one with the experienced owner in a private office setting with no pressure selling.

BOTH LOCATIONS OPEN ALL SUMMER LONG! National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day

We Buy Jewelry

Personal Jeweler & Buyer

355 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT 06410 | 877.271.GEMS(4367) | dwgems.com | don@dwgems.com

R250440

From A6

We Sell Jewelry

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

COVID-19 vaccination is safe for children From the Chesprocott Health District.

severely ill from COVID-19. However, healthy children without underlying medical Six things to know about 2. COVID-19 vaccination conditions can also expericontinues to protect children ence severe illness. COVID-19 vaccinations for children: against severe disease and 3. Vaccination side effects hospitalization. There is no 1. Ongoing safety monitormay affect your child’s abiliway to tell in advance how ing shows that COVID-19 ty to do daily activities, but children will be affected by vaccination continues to be they should go away within COVID-19. Children with safe for children and that the underlying medical condia few days. Side effects are benefits of COVID-19 vacci- tions are more likely to get more common after the second shot. Some children have no side effects.

Dosage is based on age on the day of vaccination, not by patient weight. This is also true for other routinelyrecommended vaccines, like hepatitis A and hepatitis B vaccines.

4. Children receive a smaller dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

6. COVID-19 vaccine boosters are an important part of

nation outweigh the known and potential risks.

5. Emerging evidence indicates that people can get added protection by getting vaccinated after they have been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19.

protecting yourself from getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19. They are recommended for most people. A booster can further enhance or restore protection that might have waned over time after your primary series vaccination. Whether it is your first dose or your second booster visit the Chesprocott Health District’s website (chesprocott.org) to schedule your COVID-19 vaccination appointment.

Health Memory Café The virtual Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment and early dementia. Friends and families are welcome. The class takes place the first Monday of the month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373

or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

Call-in support Looking for a safe space? Talk to a professional about questions and concerns you may have regarding dementia Fridays from 2 to 3 p.m. Join the call at 860-972-6338

(Meeting Room: 19623#).

Caregiver group Dementia caregivers far and wide are welcome. Join the call the third Monday of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Registration required. Call 1855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

CALL THE

TUB MAN

Lic

We offer tub and shower conversions

ur In s

ed, L

ic # 2 8 2 9 31

3,499

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

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

NO JO B T OO SMALL

Matt’s Pro Plumbing 247152

R247857 v2

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

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Health District Screenings Chesprocott Health District now offers free blood pressure screenings. Call 203272-2761 to make an appointment.

Upcoming To register, email kglendon@ chesprocott.org. Ticks and Tickborne Disease Wellness Lecture: July 18, 2 p.m.

Rethink your drink 1. Drink plenty of water. If you crave fizz, try seltzer. 2. Choose fat-free or 1% milk. If you prefer soy milk, choose the low-fat, light or unflavored variety. 3. Fruit juice isn’t as healthful as you may think. Whole fruit has fewer calories, and unlike juice, includes fiber. 4. Most sports/“energy” drinks are high in sugar and low in nutrients. Water is all you need to stay hydrated, even while exercising. 5. If you drink coffee or tea, order it plain (practically calorie-free) and lightly flavor it yourself. At the store,

check the labels on beverages you purchase. 6. If you do have a sugarsweetened drink, cut calories and save money by ordering a “small” instead of a “large.” If you drink juice, add some water or seltzer to cut calories (and make the drink last longer).

UV exposure Everyone thinks about sun safety during the summer. But it’s important to protect yourself all year long — even on cloudy and hazy days. The sun, as well as tanning beds and sunlamps, gives off an invisible kind of radiation called ultraviolet rays. Too much exposure to UV rays can damage your skin and eyes, and lead to cancer. The hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. are the most dangerous for UV exposure. To play it safe, stay in the shade; use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protective factor (SPF) of 15 or higher; and wear full-coverage clothing, sunglasses and widebrimmed hats. Also, re-apply sunscreen throughout the day, and wear lotion or make-up with sunscreen already in it.

WELCOME TO

PREMIER DENTAL

Complete Family Care by Experienced Professionals We believe that you deserve skilled, personalized dental care to help you feel positive about managing your oral health. Our focus is on finding solutions that work for you by explaining all of your options and empowering you to make sound decisions about your treatment. Dr. Simanovich is a Board Certified Prosthodontist, a specialty area of dentistry recognized by the American Dental Association. Prosthodontists have advanced training in restoring and replacing badly damaged teeth and focus on complex dental reconstruction. We provide complete care to best serve all your dental needs, our services include:

Board Certified Prosthodontists

Crowns & Bridges • Dental Implant Surgery • Full & Partial Dentures Full Mouth Reconstruction • Gum Disease Treatment • Invisalign Root Canal Therapy • Teeth Whitening

My job doesn’t end when the markets close.

248126v4

R252273

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

BEST OF... AWARDS 2018 – 2021 2 0 2 1

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.

premierdentalpc.com | 203-235-1415 727 Broad St, Meriden, CT

A10

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Mary Kight, 93, a Gold Star mother, speaks during the opening ceremony for the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall.

Memorial wall Opening ceremonies for the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall at Cheshire’s Bartlem Park. Photos by Daniel Passapera, for the Record-Journal

From A1

to honor current and former service members and first responders, and educate the youth about the sacrifices made by both groups. Falk said her group worked with Vietnam veterans on the plans to bring the traveling memorial to town. “Spending time with the Vietnam veterans has truly been my favorite part,” Falk said in an emotional speech during the opening ceremony at Bartlem Park. “They have become family to us. They always show up to every event and I am so appreciative of that. I cherish all the time I’ve spent with them.”

dentally struck his helicopter’s rotors. He was honored posthumously for being a part of a rescue mission that saved seven other helicopter pilots, Mary Kight said. “It’s nice that there are people that don’t forget,” she said while standing near her son’s name on the wall. Thomas Oakley, of Waterbury, is a Gold Star brother, having lost his sibling William Joseph Oakley in 1965. He also attended the opening ceremony.

There was a presentation of colors by the Connecticut National Guard, Meriden Antique Veterans and the Naval Sea Cadets. The NaHer father, Cheshire Police tional Anthem was sung by Sgt. Jeffrey Falk, is a Navy the Cheshire High School veteran and her grandfather, VIP Chorus and the high Don Falk, is a Vietnam veter- school band played a tribute an. There were 75 Vietnam that included each military veterans in attendance at the branch’s official song. June 2 opening ceremony, along with several Gold Star Local veterans Gil Simmons, Dennis Mannion, a former family members. teacher at Sheehan High “It’s a mix of happiness and School in Wallingford, and a lot of emotions,” Jeffrey Ralph Zingarella all spoke. Falk said. Alex Landau, a senior at Cheshire High School, Mary Kight, 93, of Waterplayed Taps toward the end bury, is a Gold Star mother, of the ceremony. having lost her son Michael Kight in 1967. She said There are 612 Connecticut Michael, the oldest of her six residents with their names children, enlisted in the Air on the wall, including two Force while he was still in Cheshire residents, John high school. He went to Gravil and Gary Richards. Vietnam in February 1967 and was killed while flying a Reporter Lauren Sellew can helicopter three months lat- be reached at lsellew@ record-journal.com. er when another pilot acci-

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

A11

EDITORIAL

Honoring our Vietnam veterans An editorial from the Cheshire Herald:

That’s why the arrival of the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall in last week was so imIt’s been nearly 50 years portant. We still, as a nation, since U.S. forces withdrew have a lot of “thanking” left from Vietnam. to do. While the debate over the legitimacy of the VietIt marked the end of a tunam War continues and will multuous time in America, likely never subside, there when war abroad and disshould be no debate — content at home made for a should never have been any volatile situation. When the conflict finally ceased, those debate — over the debt who had served received, by owed to those who served and large, little national grat- during that time period. itude. Few parades were Perhaps it is coming late for held in their honor. Little these veterans, but better recognition of their bravery late than never. With each was offered. In fact, it was passing year, we end up furjust as likely for someone to ther away from the events of turn their back on a Vietnam the war, and we lose more veteran as it was for them to veterans to Father Time. shake their hand. As we watch the “greatest Caught up in the politics of generation” get older, we the moment and the cultural recognize that our ability to upheaval that marked the both learn from and honor 1960s and 1970s, history has those who served is short. for a long time forgotten The men who fought in the about the Vietnam vet. That, Civil War and World War I however, has been changing are no longer here to thank. over the last decade or more We can only visit gravesites as a younger generation and monuments to acknowlseems intent on making edge their heroism and their amends for the disservice rightful place in our history. done to many of our service But we can offer a hand men and women more than shake to those who served in 40 years ago. Vietnam.

We can also listen to and learn from them. They lived through one of the most impactful times in American history. They fought in a war we now can only read about. They don’t need to watch a documentary or the most recent Hollywood depiction of some battle to know what it’s like to experience combat. They lived it, first-hand. The fact that the wall arrived in Cheshire just a few short days after Memorial Day seems fitting. The names

etched on it are the very ones we recognize every last Monday in May. They allow us to put a name, a face, a story, a life, to the saying that “Freedom isn’t free.” When the bill is added up, the payment is their sacrifice. Those who have visited the wall in Washington, D.C., know there is nothing quite like it. The environment around that monument feels different than around virtu-

Shadows are cast on the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall during an opening ceremony at Cheshire’s See Honoring, A17 Bartlem Park.

“Let our family of experts help protect your family.” ~ Established in 1967 ~

THE LAW OFFICES OF FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI

Year Round Tree Service

HIC# 0581892 • B-3163

R247300

E.C. TREE • CHESHIRE (203) 272-4485

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

THE LAW OFFICES OF FARRELL & GROCHOWSKI 375 Center Street P.O. Box 369 Wallingford, Connecticut 06492 wallingfordlawyers.com | Tel: (203) 269-7756 | Fax: (203) 269-1927

250672

2021

R247056v2

AWARDS

Readers Choice Award Winners 4 years in a row.

A12

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Professor From A1

maybe about the third year in graduate school that I was looking to teach some place because I had an experience under my mentor in graduate school, helping him teach some of his undergraduate labs.”

While working at Quinnipiac, Woods lived in Cheshire for about 25 years and now lives in Wallingford. Woods was a member of the Cheshire Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission and was on the board of Woods began his career at trustees for the Alzheimer’s Quinnipiac as an assistant Resource Center in Southprofessor. ington. Throughout his time as a Originally from New Jersey, faculty member, he held varWoods went to St. Joseph’s ious positions, such as assoUniversity in Philadelphia to ciate professor, chair of the get his bachelor’s degree in Department of Biological biology. Following that, he Sciences and dean of the went to Rutgers University School of Health Sciences. and got his doctorate in Daryll Borst, one of Woods’s physiology. former colleagues in the De“I had never heard about partment of Biological Scithis place called Quinnipiac ences, was working at QuinCollege,” Woods said. “I nipiac when Woods first didn’t know what I was goProfessor Joe Woods poses at his Wallingford residence. After 51 years at Quinnipiac ing to do. I did know from Dave Zajac, Record-Journal See Professor, A13 University, Woods has retired from teaching biology courses.

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.

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

A13

Professor From A12

started as a professor. “I was invited to a little impromptu luncheon for (Woods) from the Department of Biology and one of the things that I said, ‘Well Joe, you and I are the last men standing,’” Borst said. “Because there is no one else that we know that is

alive from when we started at Quinnipiac in the Department of Biology.”

anyone who’s done more in that respect for the Department of Biology, Health Sciences and so forth … When Borst said Woods has had a he was the dean of health great impact on the universi- sciences, he helped increase ty. the viability of the health sciences courses and also for “What he has actually done the Department of Biology.” for the university and the Department of Biology is For professors that joined afjust absolutely outstanding,” ter Woods, Ken Kaloustian, Borst said. “I can’t think of professor emeritus, said he

is a mentor. “I would just sit there and look at him,” Kaloustian said. “How he conducted himself teaching, things like that. I imitated him. That’s how good Joe Woods is as an educator. His dedication to students is infectious.” Even though Woods is retiring from teaching, he is

planning to assist some of his faculty colleagues in their laboratories. “It will give me something to do and it will keep that tie that I have nurtured for such a long period of time,” Woods said. “A chance to continue.” jsimms@record-journal.com 203-317-2279 Twitter: @jessica_simms99

10% Senior Discount 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.

MERIDEN 203.238.7968

ORANGE 203.799.3311

533 S. Broad St.

501 Boston Post Rd.

242743v3

NewEnglandDentalCT.com

SUDOKU Each year 7.7 million new cases of Alzheimer’s or related memory impairment are diagnosed across the U.S. Our specialized care community provides a nurturing and safe environment filled with activities and experiences designed to enrich the lives of the residents we serve.

R247871_v2

Find peace of mind in the comfort of our care.

A14

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Housing discussion From A1

the water, the sewer. And the institutional infrastructure — the people who run our towns. How we make better use of them,” Mirriam said, pointing out, “[I]t is a matter of sustainability.”

tructure/transportation, natural resources/open space, and housing, sponsored the talk “Housing for the Whole Life Cycle” May 19 at the Cheshire Public Library. The presenter, land use law expert Dwight Mirriam, has practiced law for four decades, and taught the subject at the University of Connecticut and Quinnipiac University. Also, he’s an accomplished author in his field, having published 12 books and more than 200 articles.

Growing up, Mirriam said his working-class family had “very little money,” yet was able to live in a community with an excellent school system. “We would not be able to live in that town today,” he said. “That’s part of it — letting kids and families get access to all these great resources we have.”

At his library talk, Mirriam discussed the concept of Accessory Dwelling Units – small, independent units on the same lot, or units attached to or within an existing structure.

Mirriam indicated that a fundamental problem in Connecticut, and throughout the urbanized Northeast, is that houses have gotten bigger, while families have not. “I am a 76-year-old bachelor, and I live in a big suburban house. That’s just what I ended up with,” Mirriam said.

“What we have to do is figure out how to piggyback on all this infrastructure we have already — the roads we have,

CROSSWORD ANSWER

SUDOKU ANSWER

The Coalition for a Sustainable Cheshire sponsored a presentation on alternative housing choices with land law use expert Dwight Mirriam at the Cheshire Public Library on May 19. From left: Partnership for Strong Communities’ Sean Ghio, Bike Cheshire’s Jim Jinks and Mirriam.

“My eldest daughter is single and lives in a house by herself. My brother, my sister – they live in their own houses. We have a bunch of single people who live in their own houses. ADUs allow us to deal with those households that are changing or changed during our lifetimes.” For instance, a young couple with an Accessory Dwelling Unit may choose to live in the main house when their children are young, and move into the ADU as empty-nesters. Then, they may opt to rent

out the main house to a young couple. It could be a win-win situation. The website for the American Planning Association states, “Internal, attached, and detached ADUs all have the potential to increase housing affordability (both for homeowners and tenants), create a wider range of housing options within the community, enable seniors to stay near family as they age, and facilitate better use of the existing housing fabric in established neighborhoods. Consequent-

ly, many cities and counties have signaled support for ADUs in their plans and adopted zoning regulations that permit ADUs in low-density residential areas.”

Mirriam said there’s no need to worry about the proverbial Pandora’s Box being opened. “You can always cap them,” he said, referring to the number of Accessory Dwelling Units allowed in a community. “You can have a regulation that says ‘start with 20 ADUs’ and see how it works.”

We Make Getting Beautiful New Floors Easy

R247854 v2

SHOP-AT-HOME CONVENIENCE QUALITY PRODUCTS

New England Stone & Mulch Supply LLC

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION, EVEN NEXT DAY*

NOW OPEN!

Schedule a FREE In-Home Estimate!

SAME DAY DELIVERY 3 Ripple Court | Berlin, CT

NewEnglandStoneAndMulchSupply.com

R251130v2

Call For FREE Estimate | 860-918-8806

Carpet • Hardwood • Laminate • Vinyl • Tile *On in-stock carpet and ﬂooring styles only in select areas. Excludes ﬂoor prep. Sales (except CA, MA, UT) and installation are provided by independent contractors. Licensure at EmpireToday.com. CSLB 1047108 © 2022 Empire Today, LLC

R251251

Call 1-877-675-3435

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

COMMENTARY

Health

Homes and divorce

Middle stage dementia

By Lisa J. Cappalli

Monday, June 13 from 6 to 7 p.m. learn about changes in the brain and how this effects function during middle stage disease, safety considerations and enhancing communications.

A major issue in most divorce cases is what will happen with the family home. Aside from the financial impact, it is often highly emotional. It is no surprise then that early on, one or both spouses will have strong, frequently rigid, positions on the issue that make settlement difficult. And often, they aren’t realistic or prudent. Whether I am the mediator or the lawyer for a spouse, my role includes helping clients see alternatives.

HOME A15

Thursday, June 9, 2022

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/ VirtualClasses.

Open house: Cedar Mountain Cedar Mountain Commons, an independent and assisted living community located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive in Newington will host an open house Thursday, June 9 from 3 to 7 p.m. Registration is recommended. To reserve a time, call 860-665-7901.

Cappalli

Brilliant BasementtnemesaB tnaillirB Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpretaW

DIR

KD KITC

PROFESSIONAL

STUMP GRINDING ESTIMAT

Offering F

Self-Propelled machine available

& Remodel

20Years’ Experience Over 18 12

LIC# 0611412

860.637.6570

CALL FOR SPRING SPECIALS 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 Basement Finishing gnihsiniF tnemesaB

This informational session on Friday, June 10 will cover bone and joint health, the benefits of moving and best exercise practices. The class runs from 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/ VirtualClasses.

FREE

R249783

was about equal to the value In one of my mediations, the of the house, was “hers” behusband wouldn’t consider cause her weekly paycheck moving from the mortgagehad funded it. free home where the couple They came to the mediation had raised their children with their own “quick and and made lifelong friends just because the wife wanted simple solution” – he gets the house, she gets the the divorce. Basement Waterproofing Services secivreS gnifoorpretaW tnemesaB 401(k). And she insisted thecombined 401(k) experience. Over 36 Years .ecneirepxe denibmoc sraeY 63 revO retirement account, which Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps,,spSee muP pCappalli, muS ,*eetnarA20 auG nettirW elbarefsnarT ylluF

Better bones and joints

Call T

Call Mark at Eagle Stump Grinding cell

203-704-0821

203.25

WILL RETURN ALL CALLS!

EAGLE

132 South Cheshire

STUMP GRINDING

WWW.KDMK

Registered & Fully Insured

250209

Brilliant Basement

tim Spring Cleanups SPRING!!....is Call for an appoin

Over Seeding/Powe Thatching • Law Bed Maintenan Landscape Design Spring/Fall Cleanu Hedge Trimming Mo Sanding • We Re

860-598-8091

R247034

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

860-598-8091 1908-895-068

LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION:

Shade Trees & Shrubs • Sidewalks • Patios • Walls • New Law

NOW ACCEPTING RESIDENTIAL & CO NEW ACCOUNTS MARK STEVENSON • HIC 06351

860-748-0541•phoenicianhi.com

R252444

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

DENNIS SHARP HEATING S

247195

1,800.00

ct lic ct h

A16

Thursday, June 9, 2022

>> The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

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.

thecheshireherald.com

Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Southington & Plainville Citizen | Town Times

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

Media That Moves You >>

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

A17

Quality Service Guaranteed • Residential and Commercial •

ally any other. A quiet, somber air seems to settle permanently over it, no matter the number of people or the noise that surrounds the wall. Perhaps the smaller replica, erected on a field at Bartlem Park, can’t hope to duplicate that exact feeling. However, if 15 years ago is any indication, those who experience the wall for the

• Airbnb and Home Rental Vacation Owners • • Pet Friendly • 16 Years of Experience •

Honoring From A11

• Family Owned Business • R252201

A member of the Meriden Antique Veterans Honor Guard lines up in formation in preparation for the Presentation of Colors at Cheshire’s Bartlem Park.

203-464-0537 | www.karolscleaningservice.net first time right here in Cheshire are likely to get the next best thing. The need to honor our Vietnam veterans has not subsided. We owe them, yet the account can never truly be settled. What can we do? Read the names on a wall, and shed reverential tears for what each one represents — the end of a life in service of a country.

HELP KEEP Cheshire

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

R237813

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.

R251251

Coming to your home or business

A18

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Legal Notices & Classifieds

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

Help Wanted

Autos Wanted

Wanted To Rent PROFESSIONAL - Mature middle aged woman looking for 1 or 2 BR apt., call 475-2247341, leave message.

ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN

Help Wanted HELP WANTED - Full time Machine Operator, grinding carbide. Will train. Apply in person to Century Tool, 260 Canal St., Milldale, CT 06467. 860-621-6748.

Project Assistant Bilingual English/Spanish The Record-Journal is hiring a part time Project Assistant who is bilingual in English and Spanish to assist our Latino Communities Reporting Lab in gathering data and coordinating special projects. This position requires approximately 20 hours per week and allows for a hybrid remote/in office schedule. The hours are flexible, however, candidates must be able to attend events that occur evenings and weekends on an occasional basis and must have reliable transportation to get to such events. This is a great opportunity for college students on summer break or anyone available for part time work. Apply here: http:// rjmediagroup.com/ careers/

Lawn and Garden

Survey Assistants $50 per event Bilingual English/Spanish The Record-Journal is seeking survey assistants who are bilingual in English and Spanish to help us gather survey responses in our local Latino communities. Pay starts at $50 per event, with most events lasting 2 hours. Events and locations include CTown Supermarket, the Spanish Community of Wallingford, the Meriden Puerto Rican Festival, and more. Assistants must be fluent in both Spanish and English and be able to represent the Record-Journal in a professional manner while interacting with the public. This is a contractor position with no guarantee of permanent placement, benefits or employment. Contractors are paid per event they attend on behalf of the company. Apply here http:// rjmediagroup.com/ careers/ or email Claudia at chilario@ record-journal.com

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

TOP CASH PAID

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

ACCELERATED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FREE CLEAN FILL AVAILABLE FOR COST OF TRUCKING! PRICED PER LOAD DEPENDING ON LOCATION $100 minimum. CALL JIM 860-982-4819

. Top Soil . Compost . . Wood Chips . FOR SALE. Catering to SUVs small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723 DODGE DURANGO ‘08 - Blk, high hwy mi., V8, good 2nd vehicle or Miscellaneous For Sale parts. $1,500 ob. (860) 276-4654, leave msg. 28’ POOL - With cover, filter and accessories. $3,500. Call (860) 834Business Owner / Service Provider? 1086.

LIST YOUR SERVICE

Wanted To Buy

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

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. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com

ALWAYS BUYING OLD TOOLS - Old, used & antique hand tools wanted. Machinist, engraving, woodworking & workbench hand tools & tool chests. Fair & respectable offers made in your home. Call w/confidence, Cory, 860.322.4367. 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.

CUBCADET LAWN TRACTOR - Needs belts, $400; 8’ pool 203-238-1953 table, slate, needs MACHINIST cushions & new felt, BUYING TOOLBOXES - Tools $200; Christmas Village Rooms For Rent & tooling, contents of buildings, that light up, machine shops, home $15 ea. All cash & you MERIDEN - Room for workshops and small take away. Call 203rent, utils incl., shared lathes. Call anytime 284-1011. BA. Free Wi-Fi. Call 860-985-5760 (203) 217-7122. SHOPSMITH MACHINE And other electric Stores and Offices For tools, very good condiRent tion. (203) 269-8149. In Our Business / Service Directory

NORTH HAVEN

Sporting Goods and Health

Washington Ave., 7001500+ sf.ft. of office/ storefront, w/separate utilities, call John Apuzzo, 203-687-5207.

Help Wanted

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

Wood Fuel Heating Equipment TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149

SONY BRAVIA - 35 inch screen television. Little used, 9 years old. $100. Text 917-216-9022.

Routes available in the following towns: MERIDEN, WALLINGFORD, SOUTHINGTON/ PLANTSVILLE, CHESHIRE AND MIDDLETOWN

Wanted To Buy

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.

Text or call Peter at 860-846-0216 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and start as soon as tomorrow morning.

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

Pet Services ATTENTION DOG OWNERS! Obedience Classes Starting June 6 MONDAY Evenings at Cheshire Park & Rec. 6 wk class-$90 $100 Non-Residents Beginners - 6:15pm Novices - 7:15pm Pre-Reg online or call Chesh. Park & Rec at 203.272.2743 9-4 AFTER 5pm Call INSTRUCTOR Bruce 203-715-1489

Right employer. Right job. Find what you’re looking for, with CTjobs.com. CTjobs.com is Connecticut’s most comprehensive online job board, offering hundreds of the best jobs with top local companies in almost every industry throughout the state. Find the right job, right here, at CTjobs.com.

Right here:

www.ctjobs.com

SEEKING ALL COLLECTIBLES - Comic books to motor bikes. All items considered. Call Gary at 203-2374124. Top dollar paid will beat any price!

Electronics

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

248314

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for FT, 35 hr/week position working in Assessors office, providing technical & clerical support. Starting hourly rate: $21.97/hr effective 7-1-22. Excellent benefit package. For further information on how to apply & job description, see the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect. org. Deadline to apply is 6-17-22. Town of Cheshire is EEOE, M/F/D/V

Wanted To Buy

PROVIDE A SERVICE? Get Found. List it here.

Please & Thank you.

1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$ CASH $$$ Todd Shamock Estate Sale Service Costume Jewelry, Antiques, Dolls, Toys, WANTED Individual Paintings,Meriden Items firearms, collections & 203-494-1695 COSTUME JEWELRY estates including military WANTED - Old, New, & related items.Federally AARON’S BUYING Napier, Etc. “I Pay Top Old Machinist Tools, Cash For Your Grand- licensed firearms dealer. Lathes, BenchTools, Gunsmith, appraisals, ma’s Costume Jewelry Hand Tools & more. Richard Pleines, Stash” I’ll come to you, (860) 663-2214. 203-443-9602 Julie. (203) 525-0608.

[Publisher Name] is a partner of CTjobs.com.

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

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

Carpentry

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.

CARPENTRY

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

Electrical Services TEC ELECTRICAL

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

CALL OR TEXT 203.605.2189. Senior, Vet, 1st Responder Disc. Serving CT. We haul your trash not your cash!

Gutters

GUTTERS DON’T WORK

If they’re dirty! For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 440-3279 Fully ins. CT# 569127

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

CLEAN & REMOVE 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

Landscaping

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

Roofing

Is Spring Cleaning on THE OUTSIDE FREE Estimates #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

Yalesville Construction Res. & Comm. Painting IF YOU Mention Specializing in all phases & Powerwashing This Ad of residential & Lic. HIC 0665617. Ins. SPRING Yard POWERWASHING commercial roofing. (203) 578-6284 Clean-Ups Painting Int. & Ext. Senior citizen discount (475) 559-8507 Brush, branches, leaves, Insured Free est. Gutters Cleaned storm damage 203-265-5200 Free Ests. Ins. Refs. **JUNK REMOVAL** Paving HIC#0631937 Rodrigo, (203) 565-7745. Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc Tree Services Roofing WE CAN REMOVE OVER 28 YEARS EXP ANYTHING Stonewalls, patios, Entire house to sidewalks, chimneys, ROADS 3” 1 item removed! pool areas, fireplaces, DRIVEWAYS $2.95 ASPHALT FREE ESTIMATES fire pit steps, all types PARKING LOTS PER SQ FOOT FREE SUB DIVISIONS Sr. Citizen Discount of masonry work. Free ESTIMATES LIC & INS. est. (860) 274-4893. DUMPSTER RENTALS SEALCOATING $0.25 PER SQUARE FOOT 203-535-9817 W. BOOBER MASONRY Over 35 Years Experience Plumbing JT’S LANDSCAPING All Types of Masonry Specializing in tree Insurance claim.storm LLC - Spring Clean- CT License #626708 FRONTLINE PLUMBING damage.roofing.siding. removal, trimming, Ups, we specialize (203) 235-4139 - Plumbing repairs & gutter.chimney flashing. chipping & grinding. in weeding all types replacements, toilets, of beds, mulching, Call for free estimate. Office:203.754.3071 Moving and Storage tubs, sinks, showers, top soil work, prun203-945-1808. Cell:203.510.3830 30 yrs exp., 100% free ing, hedges & trees, Stormshieldct@gmail. quotes. #0286296-P1. & all your landscape Bob 203-213-0691. com HIC.0664452 needs. Residential & commercial. Lic. #616311. Call today, Power Washing 203-213-6528.

203-558-8019

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

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

Masonry

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

Power Washing

POWER WASHING

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

Painting Wallpapering

ED’S JUNK-OUT (203) 494-1526 Fully ins. Free Estimate. Call Ed, we will take it to the dump for you!

Painting Wallpapering

A-1 QUALITY POWERWASHING Low Rates Call Dennis 203.630.0008

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

Masonry

203-238-1953

Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results.

250582V3

Attics and Basements Cleaned GARY WODATCH

A19

#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

ALEX MASONRY - 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-232-0257 or 203596-0652

CustomColonial Painting.com Since ‘99 Lic’d 0630904 & Ins’d Senior Discount Warranty. Financing 860-306-0270

STUFF TO SELL?

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

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE MOBILE WASH Chemicals safe for house & ROOFS “R” US - Local plants. House wash, roof for 50 + year. Family cleaning, decks. 25 yrs. owned. Owner Navy exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 Vet. Call 203-427-7828 Ins. 860.538.5520 HIC#640689.

Call Us.

203-238-1953

Classified ads are the best way to find what you need. They are also the best way to sell your services, goods or items. Call Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5pm 203-238-1953

A20

The Cheshire Citizen | cheshirecitizen.com

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Cappalli

In Brief Open House Day Scenic boat and trolley rides. Farm animal encounters. Beer and wine tastings. Behind-the-scenes tours. These are just a few of the activities that Connecticut residents and families can enjoy on Connecticut Open House Day, Saturday, June 11. More than 200 tourism attractions across the state, including museums, arts and cultural venues, historical sites, farms and restaurants, will welcome visitors with free or discounted admission or special offers. See the Open House Day lineup at ctvisit.com/CTOpenHouseDay.

Queen Ann Nzinga Center The Queen Ann Nzinga Center, Inc., which provides arts enrichment activities for children age 5 to 17, is accepting new

From A15

participants. The center promotes positive youth development among children of all races and abilities primarily in the greater Plainville, Berlin, Bristol and New Britain area. For more information, visit QANC.org.

But since both were in their early 60s and about to retire, this plan had weaknesses.

Letters Policy Email letters to news@thecheshirecitizen.com. Letters are limited to 300 words. The Citizen will print one 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.

For her to get the new condo she wanted, she would have to liquidate a large share of the retirement account and incur a large tax obligation. And for him, being house rich and cash poor at this stage in life wasn’t financially prudent.

vantaged way. Since they were open to an alternate solution that was better for both, after each conferred with their own lawyer, the deal was made. The lesson: Being open to considering options and alternatives that your lawyer or mediator offers may result in a beneficial resolution on terms that were initially rejected or not even contemplated.

Lisa J. Cappalli is Of Counsel at the law firm of Freed Marcroft, LLC. She can be I offered another option: reached at lisa@freedmarThe husband would take out croft.com or 203-271-3888. a mortgage and use the This column should not be money to buy out the wife. construed as legal advice or That gave her the cash for legal opinion. her condo. She’d share her 401(k) with him in a tax-ad-

Spring Savings! Enjoy SIX MONTHS of discounted access to

25% OFF for 6 Months

Full digital access plus archives, daily e-paper and more.

Hurry, Offer Ends Soon! TOWN’S LESIGLATIVE PRIORITIES INCLUDE BUSING, JUVENILE JUSTICE / PAGE C1 MERIDEN | WALLINGFORD | SOUTHINGTON | CHESHIRE

Sunday, December 12, 2021

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL / CLASS L CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

FEDERAL AMERICAN RESCUE ACT

Officials review requests for funds

By Michael Gagne Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN — The city has so far received more than $36.58 million in requests to fund projects with COVID-19 relief funds made available through the American Rescue Plan Act. That total already surpasses the close to $36.36 million in funding the city is scheduled to receive through the federal program. The more than three dozen funding applications that have been submitted to date include several requests from city departments for infrastructure repair and upgrades.

Maloney’s Ian Graham celebrates with the team after beating Windsor 35-21 in the Class L final at Veterans Britain on Saturday. It is the first Memorial Field in New state championship in the history of Meriden high school football.

Photos by Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

Multiple city departments, including the Fire Department and the Department of Health & Human Services, have pending requests. So do several city nonprofit groups and small businesses. The city’s running list of funding requests only indicates whether the City

Maloney’s Kuron Wiggins forces Windsor’s quarterback Elijah Cromartie to fumble the ball during the first half. See more coverage inside on Page B1 and online at myrecordjournal. com/sports.

See ARPA, A5

CHESPROCOTT HEALTH DISTRICT

Maloney’s Joshua Boganski runs the ball for yardage against Windsor during the first half.

By Lauren Takores Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD — A dusting of snow Wednesday put a wrinkle in the plans for a group of independent filmmakers shooting a short film in town this week. Crew members didn’t complain though, as they shot a funeral scene inside First Congregational Church on Thursday. Cinematographer Amber Steele, of Phoenix, Arizona, said that in her line of work, it’s all about pivoting.

Health district focuses on vaccinating children

Director Ryan Sheehy, of Wallingford, and cinematographer Amber Steele, of Phoenix, Arizona, prepare for a shot on Thursday during filming of “No Words” in the sanctuary of First Congregational Church in Wallingford. Sheehy is a 2008 graduate of Sheehan High School.

By Mariah Melendez Cheshire Herald staff

CHESHIRE — As doctors and nurses around the world continue to battle the COVID-19 virus on all fronts, Chesprocott Health District Director Maura Esposito remains focused on vaccinations, specifically for those aged 5 to 11.

Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

“You can’t really control where the sun goes, when the sun comes out, all those things,” she said. “I have to have tools to be able to adjust.” The 15 to 20-minute long short film “No Words” explores the understanding of grief as a man tries to find just the right words to say to a friend whose mother has

Late last month, Chesprocott held a seconddose clinic for that age group, and Esposito was Esposito happy with the results. “The kids did really well this time,” Esposito said. “They sort of knew what they were up against this goround. They understood that if they sat and got the vaccine they would be re-

died. Filming locations include the church and historic house next door, both on South a Main Street. The director is Ryan Sheehy, a Wallingford native who graduated from Sheehan High See Film, A4

NATION & WORLD

LOCAL & STATE

See Vaccine, A7

FRONT PORCH NEWS

High 46 Low 29 Weather: A2 154th year, No. 346

$2.50

Small business program targets diverse communities. C1

Holiday cheer and window paint at Bradley Home. C6

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

5 Styles starting at $250*

10% Senior Discount

DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! Relines and Repairs while you wait.

Dentures available in 24 hours

NewEngland DentalCT.com MERIDEN 203.238.7968

533 S. Broad St.

ORANGE 203.799.3311

501 Boston Post Rd.

$11.99 Per month, full price in month 7. Billed monthly, cancel anytime.

251853

Kentucky hardest hit, storm kills dozens in Midwest. A8

INSIDE Abby, B8 Classified, D3-D4 Crossword, B7 History, C5 Lottery, A7 Nation & World, A8 Obituaries, C2 Opinion, D2 Perspective, D1 Public Notices, D3 Television, C5 Things To Do, A2

R242736v2

Independent short film uses town locations

Scan the QR code or simply go to myrecordjournal.com and click on the subscribe button to receive 25% off for six months.