The Plainville Citizen May 27, 2021 by Record Journal

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Volume 20, Number 21

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Town mourns police officer

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Plainville Police Officer Brian Cybulski was killed in a motorcyle accident Tuesday, May 18 in Torrington. He was 40 years old.

Kaitlyn Simard, of Plainville, walks yellow Labrador retriever "Finn" while hiking with friend Elizabeth Tata, of Plainville, and her dog "Aspen" at Crescent Lake in Southington, Wednesday, May 19. The Southington Fire Department has put up new emergency trail markers with location information to make it easier for firefighters to respond in an emergency. All trails at Crescent Lake are marked and there are two large information signs — one in the parking lot — that give a brief explanation of the signs. The signs also have a QR code that links to a town website with a map of the trails, a more in-depth explanation of the trail markers and a list of hiking safety tips. “If someone gets lost or injured and they are near one of the signs or they remember the closest sign they saw last, they call 911, they tell us what number they are near and we have our corresponding map and we’ll be able to get to them as quickly as possible,” Southington firefighter Christopher Fusco said. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

The Plainville Police Department announced the tragic news in a Facebook post, stating: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Plainville Police Officer Brian Cybulski. Brian was killed in a motorcycle accident yesterday afternoon in Torrington. Brian was a well-liked and well-respected member of our department for the last fifteen years. He was a dispatcher for us before See Officer, A10

Brian Cybulski, with his wife Barbi and daughter Paisley.

BOE gets update from LePage The Plainville Board of Education held a special meeting of the Facilities-Finance Subcommittee on Wednesday, May 19. Some highlights from the virtual meeting, held via Zoom:

End-of-year forecast

cast at this time. However, he said there is potential for realized savings. Prior to the end of the year, administrators will review each administrative area. COVID has made this year different in a number of respects. In some cases, unfavorable impact to student learning has resulted in a favorable financial impact.

Superintendent Steven LePage stated that this year’s end-of-the-year forecast is a very complex entity and is difficult to fore-

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Two men charged in alleged Plainville home invasion, assault By Devin Leith-Yessian Record-Journal staff

Jonathan Doyle, 26, of Plainville, was charged with home invasion, second degree strangulation, two counts of third degree assault, two counts of conspiracy to commit third degree assault, conspiracy to commit home invasion, first degree burglary, conspiracy to commit first degree burglary, disorderly conduct and damage to a landlord’s property.

Officers responded to the Maple Street apartment at approximately 1:50 a.m. for a report of a disturbance.

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Officers noted in the report that the man had redness and scratch marks on his neck which resembled hand marks. Both Doyle and Onyebuchi were taken into custody, with Doyle being held on a $300,000 bond and Onyebuchi being held on a $200,000 bond. They were scheduled to appear in New Britain Superior Court Monday. dleithyessian@record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian

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The man told police that both Doyle and Onyebuchi struck him while he was being choked.

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Chibuikem Onyebuchi, 30, of Newington, was charged with home invasion and conspiracy, two counts of third degree assault and conspiracy, first degree burglary and disorderly conduct.

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PLAINVILLE — Two men face charges of home invasion and assault stemming from an incident at a Maple Street apartment on Sunday.

Police say that Doyle had arrived at the apartment with Onyebuchi, found that the locks had been changed and broke the door open. A confrontation ensued between Doyle and a man who was inside the apartment, according to the incident report, during which Doyle allegedly squeezed the man’s throat with both hands and put him in a “rear choke hold.”

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In Brief Ribbon cuttings

Holistic fair

The Plainville Chamber of Commerce will host two upcoming ribbon cuttings:

A benefit holistic fair will take place Sunday, June 13, 12 to 4 p.m., at the VFW Hall, 7 Northwest Drive. The event will include 45plus readers and vendors. Free admission. Donations benefit the Plainville Food Pantry.

Norcom Mortgage on Thursday, May 27, 5 p.m. at 59A Whiting St. (center of town, across from the post office). Jesse Gnazzo is the branch manager and is ready to go above and beyond to help get the home loan that is perfect for you. Hop Haus on Wednesday, June 2, 5 p.m. at 24 Whiting St. (downtown Plainville). Mike Miller is the owner of this restaurant, which features a newly-renovated taproom, family dining area and, soon, a new banquet and family-style dining area.

Memorial wall The Veterans Memorial Wall is located on the main floor of the Municipal Center adjacent to the Town Clerk’s Office. If you are interested in adding a veteran’s name to the wall, applications are located at the Municipal Center, Senior Center, American Legion Post 33 and VFW Post 534.

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The Connecticut Gold Star Families Memorial Monument will be located at Veterans Memorial Park, 51 Lower Lane, in Berlin. To donate to the memorial, visit woodywilliams.org/monuments/ct-monument.html.

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Qualified candidates will be contacted with an assigned interview time prior to the event. Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. A bilingual stipend is available. Students with an expected graduation date of May or August 2021 also are encouraged to apply.

Blood drive Plainville United Methodist Church will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive Monday, June 21, 1 to 6 p.m. Call 1-800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.

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Wheeler Clinic will host a virtual job fair Wednesday, June 2, from 3 to 7 p.m. The organization is hiring masters-level clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LMFTA, LPCA), as well as bachelorlevel case managers for its in-home programs. Resumes must be emailed to jobs@

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Honoring those who didn’t return from war

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“They do not need our praise. They do not need that our admiration should sustain them. There is no immortality that is safer than theirs. We come not for their sakes but for our own, in order that we may drink at the same springs of inspiration from which they themselves drank.” Woodrow Wilson stated this in his 1914 Memorial Day address. The 28th president was speaking about fallen soldiers. More than 1.2 million Americans have been killed during war time, with some 600,000 of those casualties

coming in our bloody Civil War. The number of Americans lost in battle also includes 405,399 in World War II, 90,220 in Vietnam and nearly 7,000 in the ongoing War on Terror. Today, Memorial Day, we remember the men and women who did not return from war; Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress in 1971. And decades later, in 2000, the National Moment of Remembrance was established

by Congress. Wherever Americans are at 3 p.m., local time, on Memorial Day, we are asked to pause in an act of national unity for a duration of one minute.

solemn occasion at all; it's a cause for celebration.

The Moment of Remembrance is a nice gesture, and an important one. Because the truth is, most Americans don't spend a lot of time thinking about warfare and carnage on Memorial Day. While many observe the holiday by visiting cemeteries or attending patriotic ceremonies, for the majority of us, Memorial Day is not a

After all, the day is recognized as the unofficial start of summer. Parades are held, families get together for barbecues and revelry. Certainly, we should enjoy some relaxation today, but let's also take time to ponder the meaning behind the holiday; perhaps at 3 p.m., the National Moment of Remembrance. It's the least we can do. — This editorial was published in the Record-Journal May 28, 2018

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PHS Sports Hall of Fame: 2000-01 girls basketball team

The induction ceremony and dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 20 at Hawk’s Landing in Southington. Tickets may be purchased at Modern Barbershop, Gnazzo’s and The Central Connecticut Dental Group. For additional information, visit plainvillesports.com or find the Hall of Fame on Facebook.

The Citizen is featuring the Hall of Fame-worthy accomplishments of the Class of 2021.

2001 PHS girls basketball team The 2001 Class M state champions were the first female team to win a state title for Plainville High School. After compiling a 15-5 regular season record, the team earned a modest eighth seed in the Class M tournament, and went on to defeat the No. 1, 2, 4, 9 and 25th seeds to claim the state title and finish the season with a record of 21-6. Of the six games the Lady Blue Devils lost that season, two were to another state championship team and three were to a state semi-finalist team.

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Entering the Plainville Sports Hall of Fame this year are: Todd Goodall (Class of 1993), Shawn Curtis (Class of 1996), Naoemi Villafane Raimondi (Class of 2001), Thomas “TJ “Ferguson (Class of 2001), Philip Rothkugel (Class of 2002), Jennifer Dabrowski Hover (Class of 2004), and two state championship basketball squads; the 1958-59 boys team and the 2000-01 girls team. Matthew Straub is the 2021 Distinguished Service award-winner.

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Report: Plainville remains out of COVID-19 red zone The state’s most recent COVID-19 report, representing two weeks of data, showed 27 positive cases in Plainville; an average of 11 daily cases per 100,000 people. That put Plainville in orange status (10 to 14 positive cases daily). The trigger for top-of-the-chart red status starts at 15 cases per 100,000 people.

As of May 23, the total of laboratoryconfirmed and probable COVID-19 cases reported among Connecticut residents was 346,711. One hundred twenty-seven patients were hospitalized with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19. There has been 8,219 COVID-19-associated deaths in the state.

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To take part in the promotion, which will run through the end of May, customers simply show that they have received either one or both doses of a COVID vaccine, at which point they can select from a list of drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) See COVID, A21

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The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is putting out a call for applications for the Suzanne Beckius Scholarship.

Applications are due Saturday, June 5. To download a copy of the application, visit cfgnb.org/scholarships-overview/.

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The Suzanne Beckius Scholarship Fund was established to remember Beckius, a life-long supporter of community and youth theater and a founding member of the Plainville Choral Society. She worked for years with the Southington Youth Summer Theater Program and was an invaluable part of the team. Her energy, positive attitude and unselfish contributions provided unconditional support for participants.

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Established in 1941, the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is “Where Good Begins” in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. Located at The Foundation Center at 74A Vine Street, New Britain, the Foundation works to inspire philanthropy, responsibly manage permanent charitable assets, and partner to address key community issues through strategic leadership. — Press Release

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Led by senior co-captains Jessica Casinghino and Shelley Everson, the 2001 team had size, speed, and two precocious – but unproven – freshmen guards, Megan Ferguson and Jen Dabrowski. The champs averaged 50 points per game while holding opponents to just 38 – credit Ferguson with guarding the opposing team’s best athlete. The Plainville roster had five players in the top 25 in scoring in the area: seniors Casinghino (11.8) and Everson (9.7), Dabrowski (9.1), and juniors Shana Lucente (8.3) and Corrine Byrne (7).

The minutes that Megan Susco and Diana Heubner spelled the starters were also significant. Add in the efforts and unselfish attitudes of role players like Regina Crane, Allison Caswell, Rachel Caron, and Kat Spirito, and the result was a well-prepared, well-rounded, balanced and physical team. Coached by Lisa Mandeville and assisted by Lou Mandeville and Steve Compson, the 2001 team combined talent and athleticism with an unselfish attitude, passion, and determination to win the hearts of Plainville alumni both near and far.

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partment are devastated by his loss and will work to keep his memory alive." The Plainville Fire Company is reeling from the news, as well. "We are deeply saddened to learn of Brian’s passing. You were always a pleasure to work with. Your kind and professional demeanor was unparalleled in today’s world," the fire company stated in a social media post.

"The members of the Plainville Fire Department offer its utmost support to the Plainville Police Department in this heart wrenching time. Please let us know if there is anything you need and we will be there. Rest In Peace Brother." As of Tuesday morning, a Go Fund Me page – Support For Barbi And Paisley – had generated more than $55,000 in donations. A description of the Go Fund Me effort states: "On Tuesday, May 18th, Plainville Police Officer, Husband, Father, Brother and Friend, Brian Cybulski was taken from his loving family in a tragic motorcycle accident, leaving behind his

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Facility naming process LePage stated that Plainville is a very generous community. There are major benefactors leaving a substantial amount of funding to the schools. Therefore, he hopes that in the coming months both administration and BOE members can revisit the Naming of Components of Buildings, and/or School Grounds policy. BOE member Becky Tyrrell stated that it may be a good idea to review the policy again. Subcommittee chair Foster

wife and beautiful 3-year-old daughter. Much is unknown at this point, but what we do know is that Barbi and Paisley will need support in the coming days and months. On top of dealing with suddenly being a widow and single mother, Barbi is also facing the loss of her job at the end of this month. Any support that can be offered will be used to help Barbi and Paisley pay expenses associated with Brian's death and keep them in their home and bills paid for as long as possible. We thank you and are grateful beyond belief for any donations you feel in your heart to share." According to Cybulski’s obituary, services will be held

White agreed that it would be a good idea to take a second look and BOE member Rebecca Martinez stated that it would be a good idea to keep policies in line with current times.

Facilities planning LePage stated that all five school buildings are well maintained. Facilities staff remained in school throughout the COVID pandemic. Through grant funding, facilities staff were able to put safe use protocols in hallways, classrooms and all occupied spaces. Looking forward, the facilities staff plan to do their usual summer projects to get schools ready for the new school year.

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As a side note, the recreation department decided not to use the high school pool this summer due to logistical issues. Instead, it will use the Norton Park (outdoor) pool. The high school pool will be closed during the summer. LePage and Director of Business and Operations Sam Adlerstein stated that they were glad to have had the opportunity to help find a cooperative solution for the recreation department.

MSP renovation project LePage stated that on Feb. 22, the Capital Projects Building Committee watched a presentation by Jeff Gutsfeld of Colliers International, discussing the benefits of hiring an Owner’s Project Manager for the Middle School Renovation Project. The current plan will put forth a referendum date no later than February 2022. The application to the state will then be submitted no later than April 2022. LePage stated that the district could go with an OPM for the entire project if they so choose. Adlerstein stated that Assistant Town Manager Matt Daskal worked hard to put a proposal together. See BOE, A17

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A Housebound is an individual who is unable to leave their home without difficulty. And due to this difficulty, they generally do not leave their home. It is usually due to advanced age, illness, or a disability. As part of the continued rollout of vaccinations in the State of Connecticut, the Wallingford Health Department has been designated the Homebound Coordinator for residents of Wallingford. The State of CT DPH has set up a website for those who are homebound and are seeking vaccination to register, which is as follows: https://dphsubmissions. ct.gov/homebound There are two criteria that are required to be met to qualify for a homebound vaccination. • Physically unable to go to a vaccination clinic or mass vaccination site with or without assistance. • No history of anaphylaxis or severe allergic reaction requiring the use of an epinephrine auto-injector (EPI pen). For residents who cannot register on the website for homebound vaccination can contact the Wallingford Health Department directly (203-294-2065) for registration on the town’s homebound vaccination program. The Wallingford Health Department will also, in the coming weeks, begin to set up mobile clinics in the community focusing on vulnerable populations and those who are uninsured/underinsured as more vaccination operators are available in town. Once the individual signs up with the Wallingford Health Department, we

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give them a time and date for the homebound vaccination visit. • Two staff members go out, consisting of a nurse and a health educator. • The nurse goes over the consent form and medical history with the patient. • Once all documents are filled out – The nurse administers the vaccine Johnson and Johnson, also known as Una persona confinada es un individuo J&J • A nurse and a health educator wait for que no puede salir de su hogar sin dificultad. Debido a esta dificultad, about 15-30minutes after generalmente no sale de su the vaccination is adminishogar. Usualmente se debe a tered in case there are any edad avanzada, enfermedad, allergic reactions. o alguna incapacidad. The Wallingford Health Como parte del lanzamiento Department has been continuo de vacunaciones working closely with en el estado de ConnectiSCOW Spanish Communicut, el Departamento de ty of Wallingford to set up Salud de Wallingford ha mobile clinics. Aside from sido designado Coordinador our current mobile clinics de Confinados para los residentes de Wallingford. at scow, there are other El DPH del Estado de CT ha facilities within the town establecido una página web that are offering Covid19 Vanessa Bautista, para aquellas personas que vaccination. estén confinados y quieran The following are facilities BSc. , R.S. registrarse para recibir su that are offering Covid-19 Chief Sanitarian, vacunación, la cual es la vaccination within the Health Department, siguente: https://dphsubmistown: Town of Wallingford sions.ct.gov/homebound Hartford Healthcare at Para calificar para la vacuOakdale Clinic site https:// nación para confinados, hay hartfordhealthcare.org/health-wellque cumplir los siguientes criterios. ness/covid-vaccine/schedule-your-vac- Físicamente incapaz de ir a una clínica de cine# vacunación o a un lugar de vacunación en Access Center at 860-827-7690 or tollmasa con o sin asistencia. free at 833-949-5721 to register Ningún historial de anafilaxia o reacción Walgreens Pharmacy, 284 South Colony alérgica severa que requiera el uso de un Road, Wallingford CT 06492 https:// autoinyector de epinefrina (EPI pen). www.walgreens.com/findcare/vaccina- Los residentes que no se pueden registrar tion/covid-19 para la vacunación de residentes confinados en el sitio web pueden llamar al DeparVaccine Finder is a website that shows tamento de Salud de Wallingford directaall clinics with availability within a mente al (203-294-2065) para registrarse en geographic location of your choosing el programa de vacunación para residentes by zip code and directs individuals to confinados del pueblo. En las próximas the appropriate coordinating websites. semanas, el Departamento de Salud de https://vaccinefinder.org/search/ Wallingford comenzará a ofrecer clínicas The Health Department will continue to provide updates to the community as móviles en la comunidad, a medida que haya más operadores de vacunación disinformation becomes available. ponibles en el pueblo, con enfoque en las

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The Transfer Station will be open Saturdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents must show identification. Call Public Works with questions: 860793-0221, ext. 7176.

Wheeler's 36th Annual Golf Classic will be held Wednesday, Sept. 15 at the Country Club of Famington. Proceeds will benefit Wheeler Clinic’s Basic Needs Fund, which addresses a range of environmental and social factors that interfere with a patient’s health and well-being, but which are not addressed by other means of funding. Visit wheelerclinic.org for details.

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WRECKER AND FLATBED DRIVER NEEDED - Must Have (5) Years Experience. Must Know How To Operate/ Drive A Flatbed/Wrecker - We Are Not TrainThe Town of Wallingford ing. Must Have A Valid Drivers License. Excelis seeking a highly qualilent Pay - Salary Can fied individual to manage Be Between $600.00 the operations of a busy - $1,200.00 Weekly MATERIALS municipal animal control Depending On You. All DISTRIBUTION facility in accordance Shifts Available With Screened Topsoil $25/ Nights And Weekends with State statutes per yd; Sand-$15 per Rotated. Paid Holiday and local ordinances. yd; Millings-$10 per yd; And Vacations. We OfMust be available to Screened Millings $30 fer Health Benefits. To work evenings, holiper yd; Clean Fill $8 Apply Please Feel Free days and weekends, To Stop In At Empire per yd: $100 minimum and able to respond to Motors, Inc., 57 Saint delivery. No pickup truck Clair Ave, New Brit- service. Minimum 16 yd calls within 30 minutes. ain, CT 06051 Or Call pickup at our yard. Call Must have 4 years paid 860.223.8965. experience as an animal Jim @ 860-982-4819 for control officer with delivery some bookkeeping and Autos Wanted supervisory experience. PREMIUM This position requires a SCREENED valid CT driver’s license. TOPSOIL The person appointed $25/yard delivered, must undergo a series 3 yd, $100 min. delivery of rabies vaccinations. Call Jim 860-982-4819 Salary range: $50,000$60,000 annually, plus . Top Soil . Compost . an excellent benefits . Wood Chips . package. Closing date is FOR SALE. Catering to June 4, 2021. Application CASH PAID For any small deliveries. Call Bob Forms may be obtained Toyota any condition, (203) 415-0723 at the Department of running or not, crashed Human Resources, Town okay. Will take other Sporting Goods and of Wallingford, 45 South makes and models. Health Main St., Wallingford, (203) 600-4431. CT 06492. Forms will PISTOL PERMIT - Cerbe mailed upon request tification, for groups of from the Department 4 or less, masks req’d, of Human Resources 1 session only, $140. or may be downloaded (203) 415-1144. from the Department of Human Resources Wood Fuel Heating Web Page. EOE.

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Lawn and Garden

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

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

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RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

1,2,3 Items or an Estate TOP CASH PAID $$$ CASH $$$ For Junk or unwanted Todd Shamock vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Estate Sale Service Please call Mike @ 203Costume Jewelry, 284-8562 8am-5pm. Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Paintings,Meriden Items Garage and Storage 203-494-1695

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

AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN WANTED - We Are A Fully Licensed Major Repair Center. We Provide Ongoing Training And Support That Will Help Both You And Our Business Grow. Applicants Must Space Have Experience In All A-1 LOOKING - For Old Phases Of Automotive COMMERCIAL Costume & Sterling Collision Repair. Must STORAGE UNIT - 20x45 Jewelry Box Lots & Have Your Own Tools. unit, 10x20 unit. Call Other Doodads.”I Pay Must Know How To call 860-349-1121, Top Cash For Your Prime, Block, Sand & x203 or 203-751-1977. Grandma’s Costume Trim Parts. We Offer Jewelry Stash” Julie WANTED Individual Competitive Com203-443-9602. pensation, Along With firearms, collections & Furniture Paid Holidays And estates including military Vacation. Please Call AARON’S BUYING & related items.Federally 860.223.8965 Or Ap- RECLINER - Picnic table Old Machinist Tools, licensed firearms dealer. & 7 chairs; folding table ply In Person - Empire Lathes, BenchTools, Gunsmith, appraisals, (10 people); dresser w/ Carstar Collision, 57 Hand Tools & more. Richard Pleines, (860) mirror, 61”; Vizio 27” Saint Clair Ave., New 663-2214. (203) 525-0608. TV. Call 203-599-8639. Britain, CT 06051.

BABY GRAND PIANO W/ bench. Kohler & Campbell. $500 or BO. 203.250.8899.

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CARPENTRY

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

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

Seniors, Vets and First Responders Discounts. Licensed & Insured. Serving CT.

Landscaping

Gutters

GUTTERS DON’T WORK

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

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you. GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

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

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

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

Painting Wallpapering

Roofing

IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRING Yard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

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

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE 15% off Houses.Decks. Sheetrock.Popcorn Repair. Wallpaper removal. 25 yrs exp. Free est. Sr. disc. #0656136. Ins. 860.538.5520

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

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

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

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

Tree Services

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

TEC ELECTRICAL

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

SPRING CLEANUPS Tree Removal, Stump Grinding & more! Seasons Prop. Maint. DUMPSTER Rentals avail. 860.719.3953

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

Power Washing A-1 QUALITY POWERWASHING Low Rates Call Dennis 203.630.0008

GARY WODATCH

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

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OVER 28 YEARS EXP Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps, all types of masonry work. Free est. (860) 274-4893.

#1 PAINTER’S EDGE MOBILE WASH Chemicals safe for house & plants. House wash + roof cleaning. 25 yrs. exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 Ins. 860.538.5520

HONEST WORK!!! Major Contractor (EVERYTHING FLAT ROOFING & REPAIR +LIC. SHINGLE EXPERTS!) (203) 8005545; Chris.V@ EliteRRLLC.com; HOME RENOVATIONS (203) 300-2013 Benny; PLZ, LET US beat your QUOTE! /Respectful;) HIC0673695

Please & Thank you. Skylights. Flashing. Financing Available. #0649808 203.510.3830. lmconstructionct.com

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