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Solan’s contract extended

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The Board of Education has extended the superintendent of schools’ contract through the 2024-2025 school year with an increase in salary of 2.75 percent. The updated agreement with Superintendent Jeff Solan was unanimously approved by the board June 30. With the salary increase, Solan will now earn $221,446 annually. Solan’s group term life insurance policy also was adjusted to three times his annual salary, up from 2.5 times his annual salary. The board also will compensate Solan at a rate of $2,000 annually for the purchase of additional life insurance. Board member Tim White, who chairs the BOEs Personnel Committee, said a few meetings were held regarding Solan’s contract and that the board was “generally happy” with the superintendent’s performance over the past year.

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Connecticut children can attend over 130 museums for free this summer through Connecticut Summer at the Museum, according to an announcement from Gov. Ned Lamont. The CATS Xcel Bronze team claimed the state championship in May.

Banner year for CATS By Sean Krofssik Record-Journal staff

CATS Gymnastics wrapped up a big season with several state championships over the season, which concluded in late May. The Cheshire gym’s Level 3 team took first place in seven of its nine meets. The squad was highlighted by Cheshire’s Tess Cianchetti, 11, and Ashley Syzdek, 10, and Bristol’s Everley Norris, 8, placing first in the all-around in most of those meets. The Level 3 team started the season with seven athletes and finished with six after one of the gymnasts moved away. “It was their first year competing as a seven-man squad and the top three scores count,” CATS coach Wes Norris said. See Gymnastics, A55

The program, started in 2021, comes at a time where many students missed out on hands-on educational opportunities. Aiming to provide children with engaging learning experiences, the program also makes it easier for low-income families to access the state’s cultural resources. “Free museum admission is a great way to spark children’s curiosity and keep them engaged before next school year, continuing their learning at no cost to mom and dad,” said Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz.

Xcel Gold gymnast Audrina Punzo, 13; the state champion in bars and floor.

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Body found in search for missing swimmer By Lauren Sellew Record-Journal staff

Authorities recovered a body from the pond at Mixville Park in Cheshire Monday afternoon. Crews were searching for an 18-year-old in the pond after the teen was reported missing Sunday afternoon. Police said they recovered a body around 4:20 p.m. on Monday. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner was responding to the scene and “an autopsy will be conducted for the purposes of identification and a determination of the cause of death,” Lt. Jeffrey Sutherland said in a statement Monday evening.

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Police Chief Neil Dryfe said the teen, who is from Ecuador and has been staying with family in Meriden since February, went swimming with a friend Sunday afternoon. The two were in the area of the buoys at the edge of the swimming area of Mixville Pond when they decided to head in. Once the friend made it to the beach, he noticed his friend wasn’t around, Dryfe said. He thought he just beat him in and maybe went to use a restroom. After not finding him anywhere, the friend called police shortly after 4 p.m.

department started the search with boats, while the police searched the surrounding land area and the park building. Members of the Region #5 Dive Team also searched the pond. Dryfe said the divers had about four inches of visibility in the water, and noted the current was not strong on Monday. The teen’s family was at the park with the search crews, Dryfe said. See Swimmer, A12

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year and visited a few places with her two kids – one in high school and one in ele-

mentary school. Finding places they will both enjoy is tricky, but Davis said they visited a number of places last year, including the CT Science Center, the Roaring Brook Nature Center, Connecticut’s Old State

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The program is funded with $15 million from federal American Rescue Plan Act, according to a press release from the governor’s office. More than 120 grants were awarded to museums, each calculated based on the museum’s average revenue from children’s admissions and general operating budget. Children under 18 and one accompanying adult receive free admission to participating museums until Sept. 5. However, every participating museum has different programming and ticketing policies. Connecticut Summer at the Museum recom-

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mends parents and caregivers check with the museum about specific policies. Children can visit high-profile museums like the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford, the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport or the Aquarium and Seaport Museum in Mystic. However, with rising inflation and gas prices, local museums also offer kidfriendly programs. “The tours we set up for the summer are geared for kids,” said Meriden Historical Society Administrator Michael Zaffino. The Historical Soci-

ety received a grant of $1,000 to participate in Connecticut Summer at the Museum and is adding programs to serve a demographic that isn’t usually interested in archives and artifacts. In addition to regular hours, the society offers tours on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings that include hands-on activities like scavenger hunts and picture sorting. Even though the program has been in place for a week, it is starting to show results. See Museum, A5

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The 2022 Summer Concert Series is held Wednesdays at Mixville Park, 1300 Notch Road. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission to Mixville Park is free for concert atten- Volunteers sought dees. Free home-based assistance is available to Cheshire resiThe remaining schedule: dents age 70 and older or The Nields — Wednesday,

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The Cheshire Chamber of Commerce’s 38th Annual Leo Lavallee, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic is scheduled for Tuesday, July 19. Part of the proceeds will go to the Chamber Scholarship Program. For detailed information about the golf tournament, visit cheshirechamber.org, or call 203-272-2345.

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Broadband survey Residents are urged to complete the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities’ 2022 Broadband Connectivity Survey. Residents’ input will help guide federal investments in more reliable internet access. The BidenHarris Administration has announced its “Internet For All Initiative,” that will invest $45 billion to provide affordable, reliable, high-speed internet by the end of the decade. The survey can be found at ccm-ct.org.

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As Fontanez put it, you’ll forget you’re thirty minutes from home in no time. She goes on to describe area shops and restaurants to check out. This is just one example of discovering someplace new in Connecticut to love. Getting to know nearby communities is a worthwhile pursuit. Visitors flock from all around the country and even the world to see the sights at Elizabeth Park, Gillette Castle and Old Newgate Prison, to name a few. Ctvisit.com has a full-blown list of historic, recreational, cultural, shopping, eating

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How many local attractions get overlooked because they’re in our own backyards? Speaking of backyards, we learned during the pandemic that many people were investing more in their homes. New patios, decks, fire pits, pools, rec rooms, gardens and the like provide a good excuse for a staycation for those who prefer not to roam at all. There are other good reasons to consider sampling the local scene in a little more depth. While the pandemic kept us tied to home more than some may have liked — we can’t forget that those circumstances meant the local economy took a big hit, especially for small business. Restaurants, clubs and other entertainment venues were really hurt. Discussing economic recovery efforts earlier this year Gov. Lamont said “the pandemic has created the most challenging environment to own and operate a business since the Great Depression.”

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The Cheshire Garden Club’s Annual Scholarship Award of $1,000 was presented to Cheshire High School graduate Tobias Tello, who boasts an impressive resume of academic and extra-curricular achievements. Tello plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in forestry at the University of Vermont. Pictured: Garden club president Sue D’Agostino, Tobias Tello and scholarship chair Ann O’Hara.

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Don Walsh began his career in the jewelry industry over 40 years ago as a teenager. In 1982, after achieving a degree in Business Economics, he started at Michaels Jewelers. Within 2 years he received his Graduate Gemologist title from the Gemological Institute of America. He went on to became one of the first Certified Gemologist Appraisers in the country. During his career at Michaels, Don was the lead gemologist and managed the appraisal department and estate division as well as lead many management training seminars. He has built a strong reputation for honesty and integrity in all of his business practices. Because of his vast appraisal background, he has served as an expert witness for numerous cases for the state of Connecticut and various police departments. He was a guest lecturer on Estate Jewelry for the American Gem Society Conclave. He has spoken before a number of civic groups on jewelry, gemology, appraisals and selling your jewelry.

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Don is also a civic minded individual. He and his wife, Jenifer, started the charity Cheshire’s Lights of Hope in 2005. Since its inception, this charity has raised over $1 million to help those in need within the Cheshire community. He also captain’s “Team Jenifer”, a WalkMS team started in 1999 to raise funds for multiple sclerosis. To date, this charity has raised over $400,000. Don served as an alternate on Cheshire’s Planning and Zoning Commission from 2018-2019. In 2019, Don was elected to serve on the Cheshire Town Council representing the 3rd District and was elected as Vice Chairman in 2021.

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Millions in COVID funds yet to be distributed HARTFORD (AP) — A $34 million state fund created by Connecticut lawmakers last year to provide financial help to qualified essential workers has remained mostly untouched, Comptroller Natalie Braswell said last week.

the program, what kind of documentation they need, how they apply, how they register,” she said Thursday, July 7 during a state Capitol news conference. “And we’ve been doing a lot of that within the last couple of months.”

The program aims to help those who lost wages and faced out-of-pocket medical expenses and burial costs due to COVID-19.

The fund is open to any essential Connecticut worker who didn’t have the option to work remotely and who died or was unable to work because they contracted COVID-19 between March 10, 2020, and July 20, 2021. A family member or representative can apply for assistance on behalf of a deceased worker.

To date, only about $300,000 has been paid to eligible recipients, prompting Braswell’s office to extend the deadline for applications until December and step up efforts to get the word out about the Connecticut COVID-19 Essential Worker Assistance Fund. “For us, we think that we need to do more outreach. We need to get more people to know that the program is available, how they apply for

The term essential is defined as professions that received immunization priority by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The essential worker fund is one of two COVID-related funds the state created to

benefit eligible members of the public. Braswell said her office is in the process of setting up a new online portal for the state’s $30 million premium pay, or “hero pay,” program for essential work-

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Mixville Pond is a swim at your own risk area that does not have lifeguards. Dryfe said the teen was not known to be a good swimmer, but did not have any known medical issues. Reporter Jessica Simms contributed to this story.

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Our food and service is a product of passion and made with imported Italian ingredients and as well locally grown seasonal produce.

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Enjoy our outdoor patio for your dining pleasure

Happy Hour

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Silver City Furnace Co Inc Family Owned & Operated • Over 50 Years of Excellence

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Servicing and Maintaining All Brands AWARDS

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Make nominations online once a day now through July 17, 2022.

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Please Nominate Us Best Museum 2022!

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Indoor & Outdoor Seating • Take Out, Curbside & Delivery

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Please nominate us again for best place to work in central CT!

Repeat Winner - 2019, 2020 and 2021!

Rewarding Career Opportunities in a World-Class Environment Ulbrich Steel 1 Dudley Avenue Wallingford, CT 203-239-4481 ulbrich.com

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Nominate Us for Best Brunch & Diner! Classic diner fare, international dishes & Greek specialties mingle at this family owned favorite.

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Nominate Us for 2022 Best Attorney In Central Connecticut.

Our primary practice includes Family Law, Real Estate.

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Funeral Home Trusted by and proud to support our local community for over 125 years.

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Lido’s Restaurant

ATE US NOMINy/Co llision in the

Authentic Italian Cuisine

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Specializing In Authentic Italian Cuisine

Chicken · Veal · Seafood

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ASK FOR OUR DAILY SPECIALS

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Sulakshana Sundaresan, DDS Adult & Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign Certified

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Noack’s Meat Products Home of the Finest Bratwurst

Best Real Estate Company Best Family Owned Business Best Place to Work (25-100 employees)

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Fox Bone in Prime

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please NOMINATE us for best pest control PLEASE NOMINATE US 203-238-3396 AGAIN THIS YEAR! 203-238-3396 In 2021 you for voted us best home contractor and best home remodeler! We are honored to receive your votes and appreciate your support.

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up to November’s contest. Klarides instead urged a “focus on the issues ... such as making Connecticut a safer, more affordable place to raise a family and start a business.” Hayes, on the day of the Supreme Court decision in

Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, described the decision as one that “is horrifying and jeopardizes the health care of millions.” “For decades, we have seen the right to choose under attack, and today, those rights have been stripped away in one swift decision. Banning abortions will not stop abortions; it only compels wom-

en to risk their lives and health by seeking unsafe abortion care. Reproductive care and abortion access are essential. I will continue to fight so every person can make their personal health care decisions.”

believed when they talk about care.”

Blumenthal urged Becerra and President Joe Biden’s administration to use the authority of the executive branch and federal agencies, like the Food & Drug AdLast Tuesday, Hayes and ministration, to enable acBlumenthal, joined by U.S. cess to medication and Health and Human Services abortion care through Secretary Xavier Becerra, telemedicine and other Planned Parenthood of means, “to show states that Southern New England Pres- the federal government is on ident and CEO Amanda the side of women who want Skinner and Gov. Ned Lam- to exercise these rights. ont addressed reporters in front of the Planned Parent- “It is not simply a matter of law. It is a matter of conhood center in Waterbury. science and conviction,” The press conference folBlumenthal said. He lowed a visit inside the cen- added the U.S. Supreme ter and a roundtable discus- Court is headed “in an absosion with center leaders, lutely devastating and despistaff and patients. cable direction that may cost us all freedoms related to Hayes said the issue of maprivacy.” ternal health is one that is very important and personal Becerra, the HHS Secretary, for her. She told reporters reviewed steps the Biden adBlack and brown women are ministration had undertaken 2 ½ times more likely to die and was considering. He in the months immediately noted that under federal following childbirth “belaw, health insurers are curcause they don’t have access rently required to provide to care, because they’re not coverage of certain preven-

tive care to all Americans. That includes contraception coverage, he said. “We’re going to make sure that if a state is accepting Medicaid funding from the federal government, that they abide by the federal law that a state must adhere to in order to receive those federal Medicaid dollars, which could include emergency care services — which could include abortion care services,” Becerra said. Later in the week, President Biden signed an executive order intended to stave off penalties that women who seek abortion may face after the Dobbs ruling, according to Associated Press reports. The Associated Press reported that the order cannot restore access to abortion in states that have already enacted strict limits or have banned the procedure altogether. The action instructs the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and See Abortion, A51

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Human Services to protect women’s access to federally approved abortion medication and protect access to contraceptive health care. According to the AP, the executive order also protects women who seek abortions by directing agencies to educate medical providers and insurers on when and how they are required to share confidential information about patients with local and state authorities. The executive order outlines several other steps, including legal assistance for women and abortion providers and a task force to safeguard access to abortion. Logan told the Record-Journal in a phone interview the overturning of Roe v. Wade doesn’t affect Connecticut. “Women’s right to choose is codified in state law,” Logan said, explaining he is “adamantly opposed” to late-term abortions. Logan said there is a “stark difference” between his views and those of Hayes, his opponent, who he said does not support parental notification and has made it clear “she supports lateterm abortions of unborn babies.” Logan said medical reasons, when an expectant mother’s life is at risk, for

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such procedures are rare. “She believes girls under the age of 18 or 16 shouldn’t have to notify their parents they’re having abortions. That is not what I believe. Parents should be notified of their children looking to have an abortion,” Logan said.

a right to know their daughter is considering an abortion, while I support mandatory notification to parents for girls under sixteen.” Immediately following the Supreme Court decision, Lamont said decisions around reproductive health care should only be made between patients and their health care providers “without the interference of politicians.”

make the choice for themselves and, if they decide they want to start a family, to make sure they have the healthiest family they can, the healthiest birth they can,” Lamont said, adding he wants Connecticut to be a model for other states.

“So other states can see, we want to allow women to Hayes’ office issued a statemake choices for themment in response to Logan’s selves, when they are ready accusations. to have a child, to make sure “Parental consent falls out of On Tuesday, Lamont praised it’s the healthiest baby can be,” Lamont said. the Congresswoman’s feder- the work of the staff at the al jurisdiction and is a state During Tuesday’s press conPlanned Parenthood clinic issue. The Congresswoman ference, Amanda Skinner, in Waterbury. supports a woman’s right to president and CEO of “The love and attention they Planned Parenthood of make medical decisions, in consultation with her doctor, give allow these women to about every aspect of her pregnancy without government intervention,” wrote Annmarie Goyzueta, spokeswoman for Hayes’ office.

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Southern New England, described the Supreme Court’s ruling as “dangerous.” She said it “has opened the flood gates for states across the country to ban abortion.” Skinner said millions have lost access to care around the country, with millions more standing to lose care. That fact, she said, disproportionately impacts people of color, low income patients, and those who live in rural communities. “And make no mistake, this decision goes beyond abortion. It’s really about who has control,” Skinner said. See Abortion, A53

Logan said he supports laws that would require parental notification when a minor under 18 years old seeks an abortion.

Governor’s race In the gubernatorial race, Republican Bob Stefanowski has taken a stance similar to that of Logan’s. “I will continue to support Connecticut’s state law, which has codified a woman’s right to choose, with an appropriate ban on lateterm abortion,” Stefanowski stated. “Governor Lamont takes the extreme position that parents don’t even have

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youngest Americans. Worse, Connecticut’s Governor and our entire congressional delegation urged him to do it. This is an aggression by proabortion states on pro-life states that may come back to haunt our elected officials.” Wolfgang wrote his agency is “staunchly opposed to” that executive order.

“We stand ready with our allies in other states, and at the national level, to ensure that babies are protected in all 50 states and under federal law. And we will carry on in our work to secure a day when, even in ConnectiLater in the week, the execu- cut, every unborn child will tive director of the pro-life be protected in law and welFamily Institute of Connecti- comed in life,” Wolfgang cut, which staunchly oppos- stated. es abortion, issued a statement in response to Biden’s executive orders.

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Williams was the last remaining Medal of Honor recipient from World War II. On April 23, The Woody Williams Foundation CT Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was dedicated at Veterans Memorial Park – the foundation’s 94th Gold Star monument in the United States.

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“Other teams have 15 to 20 kids, and our kids had to hit for you to win. You can’t afford any mistakes. They didn’t place top three in the state because the top five scores count at states, and at that time we only had six kids.”

watch her vault. I said that is going to be your state champion on vault, and she went on and did it. Her vault has been great all year.” CATS hadn’t competed since March of 2020. That season was cut short, and Norris decided not to do any competitions and just focus on training.

Southington’s Riley Corr, 16, was the Level 6 state champion in bars, floor and allaround.

“Last year we chose not to compete, and half the gyms in the state chose not to compete,” Norris said. “Because of the COVID numbers and meets being cancelled at the last minute we decided to just train.”

“For Riley, that was a huge accomplishment,” Norris said. “The biggest reason is because she had been struggling throughout the season with mental blocks, which is common for teenagers. At the state meet she stayed on the balance beam. Had she not stayed on, she would not have been the state champion and I’m very proud of her.”

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Town of Cheshire seeks qualified candidates to apply for the position of Librarian (L-5) in our Adult Services Department. An MLS from an ALA-accredited school is required. Candidates who are close to finishing their degree are encouraged to apply. Starting minimum: $36.31/hour with a 35 hour work week & excellent benefits. For additional information including full job description & application process, visit the Town’s website at www.cheshirect.org Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and/or Town application by the close of business on July 22, 2022 to Louis A. Zullo, Director, Human Resources, Town Hall or via email at lzullo @cheshirect.org.

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Town of Cheshire seeks qualified candidates for open FT positions. Must possess CDL to be considered. Current rate: $31.74/hr. Excellent benefits package. For more information on how to apply, see Town web site at www. cheshirect.org. Deadline to apply: 7/25/22. EEOE, M/F/D/V.

AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Develop, install, modify and test PLC software and hardware for the automation of industrial machinery and cold rolling machinery utilizing Siemens Step7, TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, RSLogix 500, Mitsubishi GX Developer, GE Proficy Machine Edition. Will utilize industry standard communication protocols such as Modbus RTU and TCP, Profibus and Profinet. Will engineer and design the required visualization HMI utilizing Siemens WinCC, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, ArchestrA IDE, Intouch and InteractX. Will troubleshoot and diagnose AGC, Gauge measuring systems and high-speed motion controllers. Will design and read electrical drawings using AutoCAD to modify and upgrade industrial machines, cold rolling mills and the associated equipment. Requires bachelors degree in Electrical, Automation or Computer Engineering with 2 years experience in the automation of industrial machinery and cold rolling mills. Send resume to Ronald LeClair, RSL Solutions, LLC, 615 W Johnson Ave, Suite 202, Cheshire, CT 06410. resumes@ rslsolutions.com

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INDUSTRIAL FABRICATOR

Of flexible rubber and vinyl films and foams is looking for the right person to join our team in Durham, CT. Lamination and CAD die less cutting flexible materials is needed. Forklift driving is necessary. Email to jo@ oneillindustrial.com or call 860-349-8988.

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

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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.

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

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

Power Washing

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