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Volume 12, Number 26

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

Caldwell ousts longtime commissioner By Everett Bishop The Citizen

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, party-endorsed candidate Jennifer Caldwell clinched the nomination for fire commissioner in the Democratic primary. Caldwell’s victory marks an end to incumbent Peter Criscuolo’s 24 years of service as commissioner. A Quinnipiac nursing student works on checking the vitals of “Premature Anne," a manikin that simulates a baby born 25-weeks preterm. Photos by Everett Bishop, The Citizen

QU simulation laboratory: A ‘batting cage for healthcare’ By Everett Bishop The Citizen

The final tally was 347 for Caldwell and 269 for Criscuolo. “I am very excited to join the fire commission. It was a group effort, so I appreciate all the help I got,” said Caldwell. “Democrats are ready for a change on our fire commission.” As fire commissioner, Criscuolo raised more than $100,000 for the town’s fire department after funds for ballistic vests and new helmets for the department were rejected by the Board of Finance in the 2019-20 budget. Also, Criscuolo is looking to raise funds for a new LUCAS heart compression machine.

Quinnipiac’s medical program provides students with a simulated hospital experience allowing them to gain the practical skills they will need in the workforce.

Though Criscuolo said he was “disappointed” to not return as commissioner, he still intends to support the fire department and first responders. “I wish the new commissioner the best,” he said. “I will continue to raise money for medical and emergency equipment.”

The simulation lab includes several hospital rooms as well as a "Pediatric Hal" is another manikin in Quinnipiac's See Laboratory, A11 simulation lab.

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In Brief Blood drive The North Haven fire and police departments have challenged each other to a Battle of the Badges blood

drive, Friday, Sept. 20, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at North Haven Fire Department Station 4 Training Room, 366 Washintgon Ave.

Wine and Roses Sunday

The department with the most pints donated will win a trophy, and bragging rights.

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To schedule an appointment to donate, call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter: North Haven.

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The North Haven Senior Center will host its Annual Holiday Fair Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 189 Pool Road. Come see the selection of crafts, ceramics, and more. For more information, call 203-2395432.

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or commercial vehicles). Crafters and vendors are welcome. Sellers keep the cash made from the sale of their items. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 28, at 4 Old Post Road, Northford. Set-up will begin at 8 a.m. Contact Aloha at 203-4840794 for information and to reserve a space.

Walk For Autism The 2nd Annual Benhaven Walk for Autism will take place Sunday, Sept. 29 at North Haven Middle School. The event features a 2-mile walk and a celebra-

A military whist card party is planned for Friday, Sept. 27, at North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. with finger foods, dessert and raffle baskets. Games begin at 7. The cost is $10 per person. For tickets, call Lynne at 203-2397800.

To learn about donating or fundraising, email jody@jbsports.com or call 203-4815933.

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Shred Day is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to noon, at Ridge Road Elementary School, 1341 Ridge Road. Cost is $10 for up to 30 pounds of shredding. Bags available at Ridge Road school by calling 203-2484050, or fill any bag or box.

Dogtoberfest Summer may be over, but the fall fun is just beginning. Dogtoberfest, The Animal Haven’s annual fall festival, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 6, noon to 3 p.m., on the North Haven Green. The event features live music, a dog and human costume contest, fun dog trick and talent contests, food, raffle prizes, and much more. To register your dog for the contests, or to be a sponsor or vendor, visit theanimalhavenct.org.

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FASANO, GOP DECRY SURCHARGE

‘Restaurant tax’ has exploded into broad grocery hike of Revenue Services.

The extra penny will come on each dollar spent on popsicles and other frozen treats, doughnuts and bagels, pizza slices, hot dogs, smoothies, power bars, a hot bag of popcorn, and even pre-packaged bags of lettuce and spinach, according to written guidance prepared for grocery stores and other retailers by the Department

The effective sales tax rate of 7.35 percent also applies to beer, fruit juices, milkshakes, hot chocolate, wine, and distilled alcohol like brandy or rum. It even applies to coffee and tea if purchased prepared to drink, rather than as coffee grounds or in tea bags. “It is simply a money grab, that’s all it is,” Senate Minority Leader Len Fasano, RNorth Haven, said during a mid-day press conference in the Legislative Office Building Thursday, Sept. 12. “It opens up so many items to taxation,” said Deputy House Minority Leader Vin-

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GOP lawmakers predicted the new tax, which was adopted by the Democratcontrolled legislature and signed by Gov. Ned Lamont, also a Democrat, will amount to a sweeping sales tax hike on many consumables that most residents consider to be groceries — and which therefore should be tax-exempt.

The tax on prepared foods remained in the new state budget — but instead of giving the money to the towns, the state would keep the revenue.

The concept of a sales tax hike on prepared foods originally was proposed by the legislature’s Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee as an option to funnel more revenue into cities and towns. Communities would be allowed to keep the extra sales tax receipts generated by businesses within their borders. But when Lamont opposed a committee plan also to raise income tax rates on the investment earnings of Connecticut’s wealthiest resi-

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Shoppers will pay a higher sales tax rate on far more than restaurant meals when a new 1 percent surcharge kicks in on Oct. 1, Republican lawmakers charged last week.

cent Candelora, R-North Branford. “… At best this [tax legislation] was slippy work. At worst it was very purposeful.”

But regardless of who was getting the tax receipts, the tax itself was described largely as a tax on restaurant food or on “prepared meals.” In other words, someone who purchased a grinder and small soda combination, even at a supermarket, would pay the extra tax. Yet when the Department of Revenue Services released a policy statement to instruct retailers on how to apply the new tax, it was applied to a much wider range of prepared foods. Sandwiches and grinders — whether sold at a restaurant, grocery store or convenience store — were included in the memo listing “examples of taxable meals.” But so were

much smaller quantities of prepared foods. “They consider this a meal,” Fasano said, holding up a power bar. What was described as a tax on prepared meals evolved into a levy on meals, snacks and other foods that could be purchased and consumed with little or no work, Candelora said. Smaller quantities of prepared foods subject to the new tax include: Popsicles and ice cream cones sold individually Frozen deserts of less than one pint Lettuce or greens-based salads in containers of eight ounces or less Doughnuts, muffins, rolls bagels and pastries if five or fewer are sold at one time Loose cookies, if less than five are sold at one time Pizza, cake and pie, if sold by the slice See Groceries, A5 R220573

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QVHD reminds that it’s National Preparedness Month Unexpected events are an unavoidable part of everyday life. While all unanticipated events aren’t always negative or time-sensitive, many require immediate attention and the necessary knowledge to respond in a calm, effective manner. Natural disasters fall into this category and, as of late, have increased in presence and severity. The tornado that swept through Bethany and Hamden in May of 2018, the flash

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While some of these events were predicted, the others are perfect examples of weather events that will strike without warning.

-- Develop an emergency plan and practice it with your entire family. This includes signing up for alerts/ warnings in your area, determining needs ahead of time by developing an emergency supply kit and an evacuation plan that includes everyone, even pets.

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-- Include kids in the planning process to ensure they know what to do in an emergency, whether they are home, away from home or by themselves. Help them understand the hazards most likely to affect your community, the necessary response and how to communicate during an emergency. -- Take care of those around you, check in with neighbors to see how you can help each other out before or after a storm. Get involved in your communities planning

initiatives like QVHD’s Medical Reserve Corps Unit. The MRC is a national group of medical and non-medical volunteers committed to strengthening their community’s local preparedness capabilities. Through local trainings and drills QVHD’s MRC helps you learn practical skills that will help you feel confident responding to an array of emergency events. Learn more about our Medical Reserve Corps and how you can get involved by visiting qvhd.org.

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North Haven Memorial Library Programs London City Of Majesty: Friday, Sept. 20, 10:30 a.m. London is a city full of museums and sights, and this documentary reveals the city as a living, breathing, and constantly evolving museum in its own right. The Leatherman: Monday, Sept. 23, 6:30 p.m. In the late 1800’s a mysterious, solitary figure clad in a suit of leather roamed our region for many years. He became known as “The Old Leatherman” and legends and tales have been passed down about him for generations. This program is presented by Don Johnson, who has been teaching in North Haven schools for 27 years. Registration required.

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

Tuesday Morning Movie – Isn’t It Romantic?: Sept. 24, 10:30 a.m. New York City architect Natalie works hard to get noticed at her job but is more likely to be asked to deliver coffee and bagels than to design the city’s next skyscraper. Rated PG-13.

Yoga series: Tuesdays, Sept. 24 to Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. Practice includes basic, vinyasa, gentle and restorative yoga for any level student. Presented by yoga instructor Tracie DiMaio. Meditation series: Wednesdays, Sept. 25 to Oct. 23, 5:15 p.m. Johanne Vannelli from Peacefulmind, LLC, will lead a guided meditation that will help you pause, relax, find focus and be present in the moment.

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Seniors Programs Yarn and Fun: If you knit or crochet and would like to join a fun group, come to the Senior Center on Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Novice and experienced persons are welcome. There is no fee. Senior Center Art Gala: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. RSVP by calling 203-239-5432. Christmas Party: Registration begins on Tuesday, Oct. 1 and ends Wednesday, Oct. 30. The party is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 6, 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Zandri’s Stillwood Inn, 1074 South Colony Road, Route 5, Wallingford. Entertainment by Boogie Boys.

home for North Haven residents. Radio City Christmas Spectacular: Wednesday, Nov. 20. Trip departs at 8 a.m. Estimated return time of 7:30 p.m. Come enjoy this wonderful holiday tradition. Call 203-239-5432 for more information. Crooning the Classics with Dave Colucci: Tuesday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m., at the Aqua Turf Club. Hear fan favorites of the 60’s and 70’s with tributes to Neil Diamond, Barry Manilow, John Denver and more. Cost is $42 per person. This includes coffee/donuts, door prizes, complimentary glass of beer or wine and family style dinner. Call 203-2395432 for more information.

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Pediatric hero addresses Take Steps Shoreline Walk By Everett Bishop The Citizen

MADISON — Last weekend a crowd gathered at Hammonasset Beach State Park with one common goal: to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Connecticut chapter hosted its annual Take Steps Shoreline Walk to raise money for research into inflammatory Emelia Brandi cuts the ribbon before the start of the bowel diseases such as Take Steps Shoreline Walk at Hammonasset Beach Crohn’s. The walk raised State Park in Madison. more than $10,000. Photos by Everett Bishop, The Citizen This year, the chapter named 11-year-old North Haven native Emelia Brandi as its pediatric hero. Brandi spoke to youngsters at the event who struggle with inflammatory bowel diseases and read a speech before the walk kicked off.

“To be honest, I think everyone here who has Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis is a hero for fighting through a tough time,” Brandi said. The youngster went on to talk about her own fight

with ulcerative colitis. Diagnosed in the first grade, Brandi remembers not feeling herself. She was out of school often and couldn’t even play the sports she enjoyed. See Walk, A14

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However, going forward, Caldwell says she wants to make sure that North Haven firefighters don’t have to rely on fundraising. “The goal is that the needs of our fire department are met through the budget process,” she said. “We also need to let North Haven residents know that they have a voice in the budget.” ebishop@record-journal.com 203-317-2444 Twitter: @everett_bishop

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Candelora and Fasano both predicted the tax hike would generate more than the original forecast. Candelora also noted that the Lamont administration back in January had researched removing the longstanding sales tax exemption on groceries as part of a larger plan to close numerous exemptions and also lower the overall sales tax rate on all items. “That fell like a lead balloon,” Candelora said, adding too many legislators feared “it would hurt the most needy people.” Fasano added that this sales tax surcharge would have the same effect. The elderly, single people and others who purchase and consume small quantities of food at one time would be harmed, he said.

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Serving up gourmet frozen treats at Pop Centric By Bailey Wright Record-Journal staff

NORTH HAVEN — PopCentric founder Vicki DeCristofaro is on a mission to make healthy food fun and enjoyable through gourmet frozen treats. The idea was born out of a motherly desire to have her own kids eat more vegetables and less sugar.

“I started because I was trying to sneak vegetables into pops for my kids, who were extremely picky,” DeCristofaro said. At first, she tried to keep the pops as healthy as possible but eventually added more “traditional” treat flavors like cookies and cream because of customer demand. “My original idea, was to try

to make healthy pops that you felt good about giving your kids and they liked, but they didn’t know they were getting all the good stuff,” DeCristofaro said. “The public is more like my kids than I thought … They like the indulgent stuff.” She still has many vegetableinspired flavors, including mango carrot orange, kale berry, and coconut avocado. Recently, she’s been experimenting with herb pairings, like lavender custard or pineapple ginger. There are dairy and non-dairy varieties. Her inspiration comes from food shows, recipes and her 20-plus years in the restaurant business. The honey, fig and goat cheese flavor was inspired by Tre Scalini in New Haven, where she worked.

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She also credits the owner of Tre Scalini for helping her get started in 2015 — when she needed a certified kitchen and didn’t have a storefront. The storefront did open, a year later at 55 State St., but DeCristofaro said she couldn’t have done it without that early generosity.

farmers markets and on GrubHub. She takes orders for private events like birthday parties or weddings. On a recent Wednesday, Wallingford resident Diane Madore stopped in the store to pick up a handful of pops. Madore got hooked on PopCentric at a food truck festival a few years ago. “I like that it’s not just sugar water,” Madore said. “She uses real fruit and real ingredients in it and of course, the taste is delicious.”

DeCristofaro makes the pops by mixing the homemade batch in liquid form and then pours it into molds and puts it in an industrial water-cooled pop maker for about 30 minutes.

Madore, who is lactose intolerant, appreciates the nondairy options. Her favorite flavor is root beer float.

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Raymond Joseph Landry NORTH HAVEN Raymond “Ray” Joseph Landry, 89, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Ray is survived by his sons, Ray and Paul, his daughters Maureen and Judy, and his brother Edgar. Ray’s wife of 50 years, Marge, passed away in October 2002. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Ray was a loving husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather and friend to everyone. Ray grew up in Massachusetts and became addicted to all things aviation. It was through aviation that he met his wife to be, Marge. He was a private pilot and a member of the Civil Air Patrol in Fitchburg, MA, and Marge was a student pilot at the airport. Within a couple of years, they were married and moved to Connecticut so he could begin his new job at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. After 35 years of service, he retired from Pratt & Whitney to follow his love of travel, especially his two favorite destinations of Hawaii and Las Vegas. In addition to travel, being a true New Englander, he greatly enjoyed watching his Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots; always at odds with the “Evil Empire,” the Yankees. Ray was also interested in working with and motivating youth, as was evident by his years of leading the local Boy Scout troop, the Columbian Squires, and coaching Babe Ruth baseball. For relaxation, Ray enjoyed reading books and magazines, especially those related to aviation. However, the two things he enjoyed most in his life were the comradery with

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his Brother Knights in the North Haven Knights of Columbus and his fellow radio-controlled aviators in the East Coast Swamp Flyers flying club in North Haven. With Knights of Columbus Council 3733, he achieved the level of Grand Knight and was presented a plaque for his Lifetime achievement. In addition, Officers of the Supreme Council formally awarded him a special certificate for over 50 years of membership in the K of C. The visiting hours were Thursday, September 19th from 5 to 7 pm in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Everyone is invited to go directly to Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at Saint Frances Cabrini Church, 57 Pond Hill Road on Friday morning at 10:00. Immediately following Mass Ray will be laid to rest beside his wife in All Saints Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the North Haven Knights of Columbus , 22 Church Street, North Haven, CT 06473. www. northhavenfuneral.com

Manikins are measured by fidelity, meaning how lifelike they actually are. Several of the mankins in Quinnipiac’s simulation lab are high fidelity, and run about $75,000 to $85,000, according to Darlene Rogers, director of laboratory and simulation operations. “We want to guarantee certain experiences for our students in the simulation lab that maybe we can’t guarantee in the hospital,” Rogers said. “So we want to make sure that every one of our students sees a birth, a patient who has asthma, a seizure … we can guarantee that here.” Students take different roles in the hospital rooms, giving everyone a chance to experience procedures from different points of view. Professors set themselves up in a control room adjacent to the simulated patient’s room and are able to voice and control different aspects of the manikin. “When we go through the clinical scenario, we’ll have one person

Laura Conway, assistant nursing professor, facilitates a scenario in one of the simulated hospital rooms.

who’s like the patient’s family member, one of the students will be the nurse, another will be the doctor,” said nursing student Alicia Ricci. “We all play different roles so we know what to do and what to expect in a scenario.” According to Rogers, manikins and simulation in medicine became popularized in the early 2000’s. “At the time it was really nursing that was using the manikins,” she said. “Now its really evolved, over these past 10 years especially, to start including different professions. We have PT and OT and physician assistants … they’re all up here using the manikins and learning individually and also together as a team.” Professors facilitating these simulations may stop a scenario at any point to provide

instruction to the students. After scenarios have been completed, students and professors get together to talk about how things went. “In healthcare, communication is everything,” said Rogers. “The most important skill in these rooms is communication and verbalization and that’s what we’re doing here.” Simulation director Liana Kappus says that with all the instruction and bells and whistles, the simulation lab has become “the batting cage for healthcare.” “This is a place where they can take risks,” she said. “We can challenge them at the edge of their learning curve, they can challenge themselves and they can make mistakes.” ebishop@record-journal.com 203-317-2444 Twitter: @everett_bishop

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SPREADING THE WORD The Daytime Gardeners manned a display table at the North Haven Fair to share information. Visitors stopped by to learn more about the club’s activities and to ask questions about their own vegetable and flower gardens. Also, there was interest in the praying mantis egg pod and the use of praying mantis in gardens to help control pesky insects. This will be the topic for the next Daytime Gardeners meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, which is open to the public. Call 203-239-1557 for more information or to register.

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Hemp is considered a booming industry in the state because the plant, a type of cannabis, produces a non-psychoactive substance As one of the first growers known as CBD oil, which is granted a license under the used to treat inflammation, state’s hemp pilot program pain and anxiety. Enin June, Sunny Border wast- trepreneurs have incorporated no time planted it into lotions, pills, tincing cannabis seeds on day tures and candies, and in pet one. products. But because it After a summer in the farm’s doesn’t have federal Food and Drug Administration 11 greenhouses, 15,000 hemp plants now range from approval, manufacturers and distributors can’t make three inches to almost four health claims. feet. Sunny Border is also one of two operations liHemp refers to varieties of censed to process cannabid- the cannabis plant that have iol, or CBD, from the plants less than 0.3 percent THC and has applied for a manu- and no psychotropic effects. facturer’s license to make It is federally defined as the and distribute products. plant cannabis sativa L. The “Being that it’s in its infancy 2018 federal 2018 Farm Bill stage, there are a lot of peo- removes hemp from the Federal Controlled Subple preying on the innostances Act and recognized cence of farmers,” said cohemp as an agricultural crop owner Randy Persaud. “That’s why they call it a pi- by the federal government. lot program. Instead of ship- The Connecticut Farm Buping from California, Wash- reau Association estimated ington, Oregon, we can pro- last spring that an acre of duce it here to fulfill the demand here. We want to take

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After years of doctor’s visits, and finding the right medication, Brandi is back to doing the things she loves. This includes playing travel hockey and softball, and watersports, such as paddleboarding, wakeboarding and waterskiing. She is even learning how to surf. “Emelia made a point to introduce herself to a couple of the kids today,” said Brandi’s mother, Sarah. “She introduced herself to one little girl in particular who isn’t feeling very well and the little girl was so happy to meet her. It was really sweet.”

Ulcerative colitis is one of two main inflammatory bowel diseases – the other being Crohn’s disease – effecting one in 200 Americans, according to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

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Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation in the colon or large intestine whereas Crohn’s typically targets the colon or the last part of the small intestine, according to the Mayo Clinic. Symptoms can include abdominal and rectal pain, diarrhea, fatigue and weight loss. The Take Steps Shoreline Walk event also included face-painting, balloon animals, sack races, music and booths set up by Yale-New Haven Hospital and various

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Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s Connecticut chapter took a moment to recognize those in attendance who had Crohn’s or colitis, having them stand next to a sign acknowledging how many years they’ve lived with inflammatory bowel disease. “The community coming together, the camaraderie and really building up the strength and courage our patients deserve and need is really important. Also, finding a cure for these diseases,” said Alyssa Anderson, manager of the walk. “I see it on the horizon and I want to be a part of that.”

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Boost your business Worker Aurelia Romero hand trims hemp plants at Sunny Border Nurseries Inc. in Berlin last week.

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hemp could generate 500 to 1,500 pounds of dried flowers and pull in profits of $37,500 to $150,000, according to The Connecticut Mirror. The state licensed 82 hemp growers, two processors, and 21 manufacturers in the pilot program, allowing for the cultivation, harvesting, processing, and manufacturing of hemp plants and byproducts.

viana, was at a loss to sustain the 90-year old farm that had been in the family for 50 years. “The industry needed a breath of fresh air or a shot of adrenaline, some new revenue streams to get it running again,” said Persaud. Persaud is a real estate redeveloper from New York, whose family is connected with Laviana. He evaluated the business and saw potential. “Operating for the last 30 years here, it’s been kind of sustained,” Persaud said. “For an industry that had 90year branding, and a global name, it was kind of archaic.”

In total, there are currently 294 acres of land being used to grow hemp in Connecticut, according to information from Gov. Ned Lamont’s Persaud arrived on the office. farm Aug. 8, 2018, and wantGrowers were granted coned to upgrade the technoloditional licenses because the gy and integrate data analytnational background check ics. He bonded with Dan Lacould not be completed in viana and didn’t want to see time for the growing season. him have to sell the farm. Anyone who grows or cultivates hemp must be licensed “Coming in and looking at it with a fresh set of eyes, by the state Department of you’re looking at the revAgriculture. enue model and revenue stream,” Persaud said. “Dan Opportunity wanted to just pick up on his State officials and farmers dad’s legacy. It was his casay hemp could help strugreer for his entire life.” gling plant and dairy farms diversify their product lines. Persaud was interested in Several licenses were grantrecreational marijuana ed in Berlin, one grower is li- growing, but when the state censed in Cheshire, and an- General Assembly failed to other in Meriden. pass legislation this spring, hemp production provided When Marc Laviana, the for- an alternative. mer owner of Sunny Border Nurseries in Berlin, died two years ago, his son, Dan LaSee Hemp, A16

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the state and federal government. Plots and buildings where hemp is grown or stored must have GPS identification. Owners are reIt also has rules, lots of sponsible for pre-harvest them. sampling and testing. They Those involved with growing must also meet requirehemp are subject to criminal ments for THC testing reports, harvest reports and background checks. The destruction reports. The seeds must be certified by state Department of Agriculture conducts random inspections and sampling for CROSSWORD THC content. To obtain a license in the pilot program, the state demands a research and marketing plan.

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Hemp had promise with its multiple uses — as a fiber product for hay or bedding and rope and the burgeoning CBD industry, which comes from seeds, flowers and leaves.

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Persaud knew it would be a challenge to get approvals. Should recreational marijuana be legalized, Sunny Border is ready.

Plans are to separate the farm’s annual and perennial business from its “boutique CBD” business. Persaud and Laviana are in touch with growers from Colorado and California, UConn’s agricultural department, the state Department of Agriculture and the Department of Consumer Protection on the processing and manufacturing side of the business. Future plans are to go completely green with 100 percent renewable energy, certify their product as organic, and build permanent structures. The 36-acre farm employs 33 workers and plans to hire more.

Farms help farms Farms with longtime reputations like Sunny Border are connecting with other local farmers in need of growing assistance and to help them develop their own distribution pipelines. “One of the things about farmers, Everyone likes to help each other out,” Laviana said. Jonathan Birdseye is starting his own hemp farming operation at Fontanella Farms Inc. on Chamberlain Highway. With some help from outside investors, Birdseye is planting 20 acres of hemp in the spring. He received a hemp growing license this past spring and is applying for a processing license.

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Water Treatment Pumping Operator I The Town of Wallingford’s Water Division is seeking qualified candidates to maintain and operate the water treatment plants, pump stations, and well facilities. Must process a High School Diploma or G.E.D with one (1) year of experience involving the operation or maintenance of equipment of the type predominant in the water treatment industry. Ability to obtain within one (1) year, State of Connecticut DPH Class I Water Treatment Plant Operator’s Certificate, Class I Water Distribution System Operator Certification and successful completion of an approved water treatment plant operator’s certificate program. $25.96 - $31.55 hourly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. The closing date will be the date the 50th application/resume is received, or October 7, 2019 whichever occurs first. EOE

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The Town of Wallingford is seeking reliable individuals to record and prepare minutes for regular and special meetings that are held throughout the year for a variety of Boards and Commissions. Meetings are typically held in the evening and last between 2 to 5 hours. Must have access to a PC with email capability and be proficient in Microsoft Word. If necessary, must be able to do minutes remotely without attending meetings either by listening or watching YouTube recordings of meetings. All minutes must be completed within a legally required timeline. Recording equipment will be provided by the Town. The hourly rate for this position is $15.00 to $18.00 depending on experience. To apply, please send your resume and a letter of application to: James Hutt, Human Resources Director, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE

Lawn and Garden VERY NICE SCREENED TOPSOIL

$25/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

CLEANEST FIREWOOD IN CT! - $200 a cord delivered. Discount over 4 or picked up. Mike, (203) 631-2211.

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Wanted To Buy 1,2,3 Items or an Estate $$$CA$H$$$ Todd Shamock 203.494.1695Estate Sale Service Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made.

1-2 ITEMS: China, Silverware, Glass. Furn., 50’s. Whole Estates. 203.238.3499

AARON’S BUYING Old Machinist Tools, Lathes, BenchTools, Hand Tools & more. (203) 525-0608.

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

Miscellaneous For Sale ALWAYS BUYING OLD CONSEW - #206RB-1 (Japan) High speed single needle; Compound walking foot/Needle feed with stand and motor. $750 or B/O. SINGER #20U33 (Japan) High speed industrial zig zag machine; Single needle with stand and motor. $500 or B/O. 203-238-1993.

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles. Jewelry & Silver. China. Glass. Military. Musical. Anything Old & Unusual. Single item to an estate. 203.235.8431.

TOOLS - Wanted old, used and antique hand tools, MACHINIST woodworking, engraving and work bench tools. Please call with confidence. Fair offers made in your home. Cory-860.322.4367.

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $25 per yd; Sand-$15 per ANTIQUES - Always yd; Millings-$10 per yd; buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, Screened Millings $14 SOFA & LOVE SEAT watches, musical per yd; Clean Fill $8 Snow blower, leaf instruments, signs, per yd: $100 minimum blowers, shovels and arcade games, delivery. No pickup truck yard tools, ladder, cameras, pre 1970 Pfaltzgraff dishes, etc. service. Minimum 16 yd sports memorabilCall for more info, 860pickup at our yard. Call ia, plus more. One 919-5252. Jim @ 860-982-4819 for item or entire estate contents. Call 860delivery WINE MAKERS - The 718-5132. grapes are on the way! STRING TRIMMER & Be ready! Rachet type EDGER - New, $75. press, $100. Call (860) BUYING MACHINIST Call (203) 235-0875 621-4601 TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of Sporting Goods and Top Soil, Compost machine shops, home Health FOR SALE. Catering to workshops and small small deliveries. Call Bob STAMINA TREADMILL lathes. Call anytime (203) 415-0723 860-985-5760 $50. (860) 829-2077.

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

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***NEED Yorkies, Yorkipoos, EXTRA Old English Bull CASH?*** dogs, Shih Tzu’s, Always buying coins, Bengal kittens, Boxers & gold, silver, antiques, Pug Puppies, $550+ collectibles, estate & bro860.930.4001 ken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate Tag Sales services. Rick’s Antiques NORTH HAVEN - Huge & Coins, 428 N. Colestate sale, Fri. & Sat., ony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 9/20 & 9/21, 8-3, rain or 203.269.9888. shine. 11 Ridgewood ricksantiques Terr. Life long accumulation of antiques, andcoins.com collectibles, books, kitchen & glassware, furniture, HH, more. RT.

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Right employer. WANTED Individual firearms, collections & estates including military & related items.Federally licensed firearms dealer. Gunsmith, appraisals, Richard Pleines, (860) 663-2214.

WANTED - Old antique, newer & junk jewelry. “I pay Top Cash for your Grandma’s Costume Jewelry Stash”. Call Julie, 203-443-9602.

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15% off Houses. Decks.Sheetrock. Popcorn Repair. 25 yrs exp. Free est. Sr disc. #0656136. Ins. 860.538.5520

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

Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-4283. CT Reg #601060.

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

CLEAN & REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218.

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AHEARN BUILDERS Additions, Decks, Siding, Doors, Windows, Remodeling. 860.346.0409

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Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-4283. CT Reg #601060.

MALTESE PUPS (3) females, ready to go. $750 ea. (860) 329-5623.

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Plumbing Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases IF YOU Mention GEORGE J MACK & of residential & This Ad SONS - Servicing the commercial roofing. FALL Yard Meriden area since Clean-Ups 1922. Toilet, faucet, Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. Brush, branches, leaves, sink & drain repairs. 203-265-5200 storm damage Water heater replaceHIC#0631937 ments. 15% Sr citizen **JUNK REMOVAL** disc. Member of BBB. Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, 203-238-2820. Debris, etc Siding WE CAN REMOVE VINYL SIDING SPECIAL ANYTHING Power Washing Ranch’s, Capes $7,800. Entire house to Free est.Repairs. Lic & 1 item removed! #1 PAINTER’S EDGE Ins. w/ ref. Hann’s On FREE ESTIMATES 860-563-2001. MOBILE WASH Sr. Citizen Discount Chemicals safe for LIC & INS. Tree Services house & plants. 25 yrs. 203-535-9817 or exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 A Better Cut 860-575-8218 Ins. 860.538.5520 Specializing in tree removal, trimming, A-1 Quality JT’S LANDSCAPING chipping & grinding. Powerwashing LLC, - We specialize Call for free estimate. Low Rates in weeding beds, 203-945-1808. mulching, top soil, Call Dennis hedge & bush trim203.630.0008 Gary Wodatch LLC ming . We do all your Tree Removal All calls landscape needs. POWER WASHING returned. CT#620397 Top quality work at Is Spring Cleaning on Quick courteous service. reasonable prices. THE OUTSIDE #616311, Fully lic. & Office 203-235-7723 FREE Estimates ins. 203-213-6528 Cell 860-558-5430 #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279 Masonry

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Landscaping JIMMY’S MASONRY Over 28 years of exp. Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps, all types of masonry work. Free est. (860) 274-4893.

FALLCleanups, Tree Removal & much more! A & A Lawn Maint. 860.719.3953 Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge&tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397. 860-558-5430

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