The Southington | Plainville Citizen by Record Journal

Volume 19, Number 23

www.southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

SHS softball keeps three-peat bid alive By Ron Buck Special to the Record-Journal

STRATFORD — The sequel wasn’t quite as good as the original. But it once again ended with the Southington softball team celebrating.

The second-seeded Blue Knights beat No. 3 Fairfield-Ludlowe 7-3 in Monday night’s highly anticipated CIAC Class LL semifinal at Frank DeLuca Hall of Fame Field. Down 3-2 after two innings, Southington scored four runs in the bot-

tom of the fourth inning to take the lead for good and beat the Falcons for the second straight year in the postseason. A year ago, Southington walked off with its second straight Class LL title via a 4-3 victory over Ludlowe.

Monday night’s victory kept Southington’s quest for a three-peat alive. The Blue Knights will face Central Connecticut Conference rival Bristol Central in the Class LL title game tonight, 7 p.m., at DeLuca Field. See Softball, A14

Archer Dube hits the mark with years-long fundrasing effort

Ban of pot use in parks mulled by town leaders

By Nicole Zappone The Citizen

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

PLAINVILLE — Two years ago, at the age of 10, Archer Dube decided he wanted to raise money for charity. His mother, Heather, was all for that, and soon after, she found the group “Cans for a Cause.”

SOUTHINGTON — A group of town leaders tasked with reviewing proposed local laws supported adding recreational marijuana to the list of substances banned in town parks. With recreational marijuana legalized in the state, leaders felt they had to update local ordinances to prevent pot use in parks.

Now, Archer collects cans and bottles, redeems them for a refund, and donates the vast majority money. To date, he has turned over some $3,700 to various causes.

The ordinance review committee approved the measure unanimously June 1. Tobacco and alcohol are already prohibited in parks and on the Farmington Canal Linear Trail. The proposal won’t take effect until it goes before the Town Council.

“My mom found this group on Facebook, and that’s when I just decided to do it,” said Archer, who is home-schooled.

If approved by the council, those using marijuana in the parks would be subject to a $90 fine, as are those who smoke or drink in the parks now.

251050

For nearly three years, Plainville resident Archer Dube has redeemed cans and bottles and donated the vast majority of the Nicole Zappone, The Citizen See Donations, A4 proceeds to charity.

See Marijuana, A10

Join Our Team! Now hiring Staff to work with all ages. No experience necessary. Will train the right person. Call Now to Set Up Your Interview! Equal Opportunity Employer

NOW HIRING

Childcare • Before and After School Program • Pre-Kindergarten | Call (860) 276-1031 or visit 1348 West St. • Southington • Email us: storkclubs@gmail.com

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL

A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

Knights’ aces deal out four of a kind

INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

LCOMB HO

Whitehead blanks Danbury; Southington is heading back to Class LL championship table By Ron Buck Special to the Record-Journal

WATERBURY — So much for being an “average team.”

Once again, a Blue Knights pitcher commanded the spotlight. Senior Connor Whitehead tossed Southington’s second straight gem, leaving after walking his third Hatter to start the seventh inning.

Pruning, Cabling, Tree Removal

three seasons. SHS lost the 2019 final 2-0 to Staples. Southington’s last state championship was in 1999.

Plainville, CT holcombtree@yahoo.com

Tree Incorporated

Southington (21-3) will play No. 2 seed Fairfield Warde (21-3) for the championship at Palmer Field on Saturday at noon. Warde beat No. 10 Trumbull 4-1 in Tuesday’s first semifinal at Municipal. After Southington blanked Danbury in the nightcap, Blue Knights interim head coach Stan Switala noted his players have been called “average” since the start of the season, but Southington is back in a title game and its pitchers have yet to allow an earned run in four playoff wins.

Office: 860-747-2805 Cell: 860-416-0668

Timothy Holcomb

Licensed Arborist S-4442 • Est. 1940 • Fully Insured Visit us online at www.holcombtreeinc.com

R247196

The No. 4 Southington baseball team, which drew little regard heading into the season, is now heading to the CIAC Class LL state title game after rolling to a 6-0 semifinal victory over No. 8 Danbury on Tuesday night at Municipal Stadium.

FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL

Voted in Top 12 Best Omelets In Connecticut

Connor Whitehead allowed just one base hit and pitched into the seventh inning in Southington’s 6-0 shutout of Danbury in Tuesday night’s Class LL state semifinal game at Waterbury’s Municipal Stadium.

Take DAD to Breakfast this Father’s Day

L SPECIALL A RUNS END WEEK E JUN 18 & 19

June 19th 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Whitehead extended the streak to 28 innings without allowing an earned run. Southington baseball photo Southington had reached Come enjoy Steak and Eggs, House Made the semifinals with wins Coconut Waffles, Stuffed Cannoli French Toast ed their lead to 6-0 with Sophomore C.J. DiBenedetto over Brien (3-1), WED SUN McMahon MON TUE FRI SATin- SUN MON orTUE WED Day THU FRI Burrito SAT threeTHU more in the third a Father’s Breakfast closed out the win by strikHall (4-1) and Newington (4- ning. July 1 2 1 1 2 23 24 25 26 27 28 ing out two of four batters he 0). Thank You NOR BRO YK LA NOR BRO VT faced. Fo r Sophomore Colin Crowley voting us 6:35PM 9 Center Street, 10:35AM 6:35PM Southington’s Be Against Danbury, which saw did most of the damage for st With the win, the Blue Brea9kfast 2022 Southington its season29end at 30 20-6, the 3 4 5 6 7 8 Southington at the plate, 31 Knights advance to their sec- Blue Knights WOR BRO WES NOR NOR scored three VT NOR WOR EST NOR F... B 6:35PM 6:35PM 6:35PM O ond Class LL title game in first-inning runs and10:35AM extendSee Baseball, A19 AWARDS Whitehead allowed only a leadoff single in the fourth inning and struck out six Danbury batters.

July

May

860.621.9192

SUN

MON

TUE

June

WOR

NOR

10:35AM

BRO 6:35PM

WED

NAS

WES

NAS 635PM

THU PIT

BRO

PIT

FRI

SAT 3

NAS

NAS 635PM

NAS

6:35PM

BRO

WES

SUN

6:35PM

NOR VT

6:35PM

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

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

1:35PM 6:35PM Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence 26Nicole Zappone 27 28 29 News reporter — VTEditor — Ralph Tomaselli BRO BRO Senior VP and Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener 6:35PM Creative Director — Erik Allison

NOR

10:35AM

PIT

THE BEES ARE BACK!

1:35PM

6:35PM

1:35PM

BRO

NAS

6:35PM

NOR 6:35PM

AWARDS

2 015 2 2 16

NAS

R252416

PIT

UPCOMING PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE

MON

1:35PM

7 8 635PM 6:35PM ADVERTISING: WES Anthony K. Jordan — Media Consultant (203) 30 317-2327 | advertising@thesouthingtoncitizen.com Janet Mordino — Media Consultant WOR (860) 329-5536 | advertising@theplainvillecitizen.com NEWS / SPORTS: (203) 317-2245 | news@thesouthingtoncitizen.com

PIT

WOR

WOR 6:35PM

PIT

6:35PM

All Star Game

NOR

WOR

BRO

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

WOR

PIT

6:35PM

NOR 6:35PM

BRO

WES :6:35PM

251397

NOR

9 10 11 12 13 Southington/Plainville Citizen (ISSN 1559-0526 USPS 023-115) is published weekly by the Record-Journal, 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450. Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: send address changes to: Southington/Plainville Citizen 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450.

POST SEASON

August

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Plainville High distributes ‘Student Rocks Award’ Plainville High School seniors Michael Haddad and Joseph Rossi are the recipients of the second semester Student Rocks Award. Estabtwenty lished by three teachers in 2010, the award is a way to honor students who “do the right thing” every day without looking for acknowledgement. Once a semester, teachers nominate and then vote for two students they believe are worthy of this award.

the extra mile to help his to working with in our class teammates and coaches and every day. I couldn’t be hapnever looks for any type of pier for him, as he truly epitomizes what the Student individual recognition,” Rocks Award21,stands coach Tim Shea said the cheshire herald, March 2019 for,” said faculty member John Girard. “I had the pleasure of having Joe as a student in two of my Haddad and Rossi were honored June 1 during a high classes over the last four school faculty meeting. years and it has been truly an honor to have had him in “The Student Rocks Award is class. He is beyond excepone of the most prestigious, tionally bright and hardand in my opinion, working, no matter the task best awards a student can presented,” said faculty earn at PHS,” Plainville member Stephanie Aresco. High School Principal Carl Johnson said. “Michael is honestly one of those nice kids that, as teachers, we look forward See Award, A4

Garden

HOME &

Haddad and Rossi were nominated multiple times this year, and several faculty and staff members shared comments about the honorees.

“Michael Haddad is one of the most genuine and respectful student-athletes we have had at Plainville High School. Mike embodies what every teammate should be. He is always willing to go

PROFESSIONAL

STUMP GRINDING FREE

ES ESTIMAT

20Years’ Experience Over 18 12

Call Mark at Eagle Stump Grinding cell

203-704-0821

EAGLE

WILL RETURN ALL CALLS!

KDM KITCHENS & Remodeling Services

Call Today!

203.250.6445 132 South Main Street Cheshire, CT. 06410

STUMP GRINDING 250209

DIRECTORY

Offering Full Design

Self-Propelled machine available

WWW.KDMKITCHENS.COM

Registered & Fully Insured

Spring Cleanups Call for an appointment

Over Seeding/Power Seeding • Aerating Thatching • Lawn Maintenance Bed Maintenance/Bed Edging Landscape Design • Hydro Seeding Spring/Fall Cleanup • Bed Mulching Hedge Trimming Mowing • Snowplowing Sanding • We Repair Old Patios

LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION:

Shade Trees & Shrubs • Sidewalks • Patios • Walls • New Lawns • Flower Beds

C. VOEGELI Home Improvement, LLC • Bathrooms • Additions • Replacement Windows • Decks & More • Free Estimates

Curt Voegeli

203-250-9468 Fully Insured

Lic # 583783

W e a r e a F U L L s e r v i c e L a n d s c a p e C o m p a n y

ﬁll all your Outdoor We are a FULLtoservice Landscape Company to needs. fill all your Outdoor needs.

Weekly Lawn Care, Spring Cleanup, Trees, Excavating, Weekly Lawn Care, Spring Cleanup, Trees, Excavating, Brush Removal, Crane Service, Mulch & much more! Brush Removal, Crane Service, Mulch & much more!

WE DOITIT ALL! WE DO ALL!!!

Call todaytoday for a freefor estimate and expert advise forand all your spring Call a free estimate expert projects!

advice for all spring projects! Reasonable Rates, Fully Insured,

Prompt Reliable Service Reasonable Rates, Fully Insured CT REG #HIC.0636327 Prompt Reliable Service nclandscapeservices@gmail.com CTwww.nclandscape.net REG #HIC.0636327

nclandscapeservices@gmail.com • www.nclandscape.net

F & R MASONRY Luxury Retirement Living DESIGNERS in Cheshire www.calleastcoast.com

HEATING & COOLING CONTRACTORS

All Work done by Father & Son

203-272-6676

Quality

 All Inclusive Competitive RatesWork  Memory Care Services •Stonewalls  Furnished Studio’s & Suites •Fireplaces •Sidewalks

Replacements Installations Remodels Add-ons Service

NOW ACCEPTING RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL203 272 2901 NEW ACCOUNTS MARK STEVENSON • HIC 0635175 • FULLY INSURED

•Steps •Chimneys

Call Erik • www.marbridgeweb.com 203-805-9114

Nexia Home Automation

*Multiple Financing Options Available, (Subject to credit approval, call for details).

CT License #’s S-1 303257, SM-1 0005738

•Patios •Repairs & more Lic. #0637257 Insured Free Estimates

R247496v2

Phase 2 Opening oon SPRING!!....is timeSfor thatching.

R252418

Plainville High School seniors Michael Haddad and Joseph Rossi.

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Donations

Letters Policy Email letters to news@thesouthingtoncitizen.com or news@theplainvillecitizen.com. Letters are limited to 300 words. The Citizen will print only one letter per person each month. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters must be

From A1

signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Citizen can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday to be considered for publication the following Friday.

“I just thought it was a good idea,” Dube added. “Cans for a Cause” was started when two young sisters from the shoreline town of Madison expressed an interest in raising $1,000 for a local animal shelter. In 2018, following the Parkland school shooting, the girls decided it would be a good idea to welcome others to support causes of their own.

JOE’S LANDSCAPE

DESIGNS

Drainage & Installation of French Drains Tree Removal Service

NOW OPEN!

joeslandscapedesigns.com Berlin, CT • 860.918.8806

R248456

Storm Damage • Hardscapes Land Clearing • Mulching • Sprinkler Systems one Excavating • Spring & Fall Cleanups New England St LLC ly p p Su h Masonry • Install New Planting Beds & Mulc Mulch Full Lawn/Grass Installation Stone - Top Soil Retaining Walls • Stump Grinding General Cleanup Licenced & Insured. US-CT 2442603

“We came up with the idea of growing ‘Cans for a Cause’ to accept team members,” the girls’ mom, Katie Scalia, said. “We thought if other children could feel that great and help others, maybe that would help reduce violence.”

Award From A3

“It recognizes the impact these students have had

Archer Dube with several bags of cans and bottles ready to be redeemed. Photo provided by Heather Dube

While “Cans for a Cause” participants are advised to donate about 50 percent of the money they generate, Archer Dube gives away 75

percent. He likes donating to

on our school culture,” the principal added. “To be selected by our teachers in recognition that you represent the very best of our students is quite the honor.

Both of the students honored this semester embody what we hope for from all of our Blue Devils at PHS.”

charities, but also does pharm Vote for us aslocal your favorite his part for Toys for Tots and

— Press Release

Plainville Community

SOUTHINGTON SOCCER CLUB

Thanks to you, WE WON!

Teams nownow forming for the Spring Teams forming for the

FALL 2022 SEASON 2018 SEASON Boys & Girls born between 2008 & 2014

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

Boys & Girls born between 1999 & 2014 •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• For more more information information & & to to register, register, visit visit For

southingtonsoccer.org southingtonsoccer.org ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

WE PROVIDE OUR PATIENTS WITH:

••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

75747-01

Placement Evaluations be held week of June 13th Registration for to Spring 2018 Season closes January 22nd

the Wounded Warrior Project.

R252103

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

• Weekly Blister Packs for Seniors • Immunizations/Flu Shots • Medical Supplies • Diabetic Supplies and Management

Most major insurance plans accepted & affordable co-pays offered

When You Call...Plainville Community Pharmacy Delivers!

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

860.222.9422

170 East Street | Plainville | www.plainvillerx.com

R249932_V2

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

LONGTIME FRIENDS Join us for a FREE virtual class

Understanding neck and back pain Join our interactive class to learn about:

■

Causes and symptoms Common risk factors Latest treatment options, including surgery

■

Plus, LIVE Q&A with the expert!

■ ■

Plainville High School senior Geordan Gant recently shared his last school visit with volunteer mentor Pat Kenniston. The two have been paired together in the Plainville Community Schools Mentor Program since Gant was in third grade.

Welcoming New Patients!

COMFORTA BLE DENTISTRY

Providing highly-skilled, compassionate, affordable Dental Care to the Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington communities for over 30 years. Michael Katz, DMD

Most Insurances Accepted

SPECIALIZING IN IMPLANTS & INVISALIGN

R247287

300 New Britain Rd • Berlin, CT 06037 860-609-6167 • KatzFamilyDentalCare.com

Tues., June 21 | 12-1pm PRESENTER:

Hussein Alahmadi, MD Board certified in Neurosurgery The Hospital of Central Connecticut

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373) or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses After you register, you’ll receive an email with easy instructions on joining the virtual class.

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

In Brief Open House Day

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

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

Lunch program Bread for Life will provide healthy lunches at no cost to children in Southington starting Monday, June 20. Grab and Go lunches will be distributed at DePaolo Middle School Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; and at Bread for Life on

Voted Best Outdoor Dining and Best Ice Cream

BEST

OF...

AWARDS 2 0 2 2

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

Play All Day

Mon. - Fri. 10am - 5pm

Miniature Golf Valid for the 2022 Season

R252445

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

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

Grand Marshal Grand GrandMarshal Marshal

Wayne Carini Wayne Carini Wayne Carini Grand Marshal

Wayne Carini

Swim lessons The Southington Recreation Department is accepting registration for the first session of swim lessons. Lessons are open to Southington residents age 5 and up. Lessons at the Recreation Park pool begin the week of June 20; lessons at the Memorial Park pool begin the week of June 27. The cost is $65 per child. Family rates apply. Visit the Recre-

ation Department’s webpage at southington.org for complete program details and to register.

Holistic fair A holistic fair is scheduled for Sunday, June 12, 12 to 4 p.m., at the VFW Hall, 7 Northwest Drive, Plainville. For more information, call Shirley R. Bloethe at 860989-0033 or email YourHolisticEvents@ gmail.com.

Nursing academy Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, Wallingford, is enrolling for its Certified Nursing Assistant Academy. Visit gaylord.org/cna. See Briefs, A7

BOTH LOCATIONS OPEN ALL SUMMER LONG! COME ON DOWN TO THE ORCHARD FOR…

LET’S CELEBRATE!

National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day Thursday June 9 Save $2.00 on freshly baked 10” Strawberry Rhubarb Pies 6/9 – 6/12

SWEET CIDER • FRESH DONUTS MADE DAILY LOCALLY MADE: BREAD, YOGURT, ICE CREAM, JAMS, PASTA, SAUCE, COOKIES, TREATS & MORE NATIVE STRAWBERRIES & VEGGIES COMING SOON

SUNNYMOUNT FARM Goat Stroll & Vendor Event Sun June 12

*visit our Facebook to reserve*

SHUTTLE MEADOW FARM NEW ice cream window!

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

Shuttle Meadow: 336 Long Bottom Rd. Southington (860) 229-4240 • 9-5 PM Sunnymount: 2876 Meriden Waterbury Rd Southington (203) 879-1206 • 9-5 PM

LIKE US ON R252364

2060 West Street (Exit 31 Off 84) Southington

Tuesday and Thursday, 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch and activities will be provided at Summerbrook Apartments on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, noon to 1 p.m. For more information, call 860-276-8389 or email info@southingtonbreadforlife.org.

RogersOrchards.com

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

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

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

9am

New Britain, C

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Briefs

Bulk waste

From A6

Trivia night Grace Lutheran Church, 222 Farmington Ave., in Plainville, will host a trivia night Friday, June 17, 6:30 p.m. $10 per-person. Teams and individuals welcome. To register, call 860-747-5191.

Pet cemetery Plainville Pet Cemetery, West Cemetery, 180 North Washington St., is located in a fenced, wooded area where a pet’s ashes can be interred amongst the foliage. Forms are available on the municipal website or by calling 860-747-2314.

Save the date

Transfer station

American Red Cross

The Adult Crisis Telephone Intervention and Options The American Red Cross Network is available to peourges individuals who have ple in distress 24/7, 365 days fully recovered and received a a year. For adults (18-plus), verified COVID-19 diagnosis call 1-800-HOPE-135 (1-800to sign up to give convales467-3135) or 2-1-1. For those cent plasma. Visit redcrossunder age 18, call 2-1-1. blood.org/plasma4covid.

CTPrepares

The Transfer Station on Granger Lane in Plainville is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays only. Plainville residents must show identification. There is a fee for disposal. For more information, visit the Public Works webpage via plainvillect.com.

The CTPrepares mobile app provides information and alerts in emergency situations, and incorporates text messaging, email, and social networking. Also, the app allows residents to communicate with family members during an emergency. The app can be downloaded on Apple and Android phones.

Wheeler golf classic

CT Safe

Wheeler’s annual golf classic returns for its 37th year Sept. 14 at The Country Club of Farmington. Visit WheelerHealth.org/Golf.

Crisis network

The CT Safe mobile app allows citizens to report on suspicious activities within their communities. The app can be downloaded on Apple and Android phones.

Walk with Me Walk with Me is a specialized outpatient treatment track for LGBTQ+- identifying people age 10 to 25 who are seeking therapeutic, medical, and/or peer support to address their specific

needs, available exclusively at Wheeler’s Hartford and Plainville Family Health & Wellness Centers. For more information, call 888-7933500.

Nzinga Center The Queen Ann Nzinga Center, Inc. provides arts enrichment activities for children age 5 to 17. The center promotes positive development among children of all races and abilities primarily in the greater Plainville, Berlin, Bristol and New Britain area. Visit QANC.org. See Briefs, A13

Year Round Tree Service AWARDS

2021

Readers Choice Award Winners 4 years in a row.

E.C. TREE • CHESHIRE (203) 272-4485 HIC# 0581892 • B-3163

R247300

Dinner Under the Stars will be held Sunday, June 26 on the Southington green. Cuisine provided by local businesses. For more information, visit bit.ly/3KzBnW8.

Plainville residents who have curbside rubbish and recycling collection from the town can request one bulk pick-up per calendar year, free of charge. The spring bulk collection will take place through June 27. Call CWPM, LLC at 860-793-6721 to schedule a pick-up.

Friday, June 10, 2022

One of the best hospitals in the country. And more. Healthgrades has named The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General campus one of America’s 250 best hospitals, placing it in the top 5% across the country. Healthgrades has also recognized the hospital’s clinical achievements in stroke treatment, spinal fusion surgery, pulmonary care, gastrointestinal surgery, critical care, and more. In addition, U.S. News & World Report has recognized the hospital for maternity care, and the hospital has earned an A in patient safety from the Leapfrog Group.

To learn more about the hospital and its achievements visit thocc.org.

17231 HOCC Hospital Awards Print Ad Spring 2022_8.729x5.25_BW.indd 1

5/17/22 3:28 PM

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Southington Chamber offers travel program

15 North Liberty Street, Southington

860-426-1020

LIVE MUSIC

SOUTHINGTON — Italy and Spain are the 2022 destinations of the new travel program offered by the Southington Chamber of Commerce.

She noted the Southington Chamber of Commerce and CI Destinations began their partnership in 2019 with the first trip programmed for March 2020. The trip was canceled due to the pandemic.

Hekeler said CI Destinations is known for creating a more upscale experience in travel. The trips include a “personal host, high-end hotels, quality restaurants” and the opportunity for clients to go on additional excursions while on the trip.

Saturday 6/11 AFTERSHOCK

DINE IN ONLY

“We are excited to be partnering,” Hekeler said.

Barbara Hekeler, president and chief executive officer of the Southington Chamber, explained that the travel program is done in partnership with a national chamber program called Chamber International (CI) Destinations, which has been working with chambers across the country for over 25 years.

VIEW OUR DAILY SPECIALS AT: FACEBOOK.COM/FRIENDSCAFECT

Sunday Specials

By Karla Santos Record-Journal staff

$3 Chili Dogs & Hamburgers $1 Each Shrimp Cocktails $5 Bloody Marys or Tall Well Drinks $10 7 Wings & Bud Light Draft

The chamber plans to organize two trips per year. The program’s first trip was to Italy in March 2022. Hekeler said that the feedback from those that went was “exceptional.” She said clients were excited about their experience, the details and tours. The next trip will be in October with Spain as a destination. Granada, Mijas and Seville are among the places travelers will visit in Spain. See Chamber, A9

Words of Wellness by Dr. Stacey Raya

MONDAY:......................$10 7 Wings & Coors Light Draft TUESDAY: .................... $9.95 18” Cheese Pizza $5 Margaritas WEDNESDAY: ..............Fish & Chips with Coleslaw $9.95 THURSDAY:.................. $6 Martini of the Day FRI & SAT:....................BAKED STUFFED SHRIMP $15.95

HELP FOR INSOMNIA It happens to the best of us—the inability to fall asleep at night or waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to fall back asleep. People experience insomnia for various reasons, such as pain, anxiety, or the wrong sleep environment. Lack of sleep can take a toll on the body, including having a negative impact on the immune system. Chiropractic care can be beneficial for people living with insomnia. A chiropractor can treat the source of insomnia and create a personal treatment plan. Massage therapy, exercises for relieving stress, and chiropractic adjustments are often used to help build up the immune system, improving the patient’s quality of life without medications.

All daily specials dine in only.

Prime Rib $23.95 • Stuffed Shrimp $15.95

A paper published in the Journal of Sleep Medicine & Disorders suggests that some insomnia cases could be caused by complex chemical interactions in the brain resulting from subluxation. This would explain why chiropractic adjustment provides relief for many insomnia patients. Alongside adjustments, other treatments and lifestyle interventions may promote healthy sleep and help patients heal. To schedule an appointment with our clinic, please call 860-621-2225. We are located at 200 Queen St., Southington.

Served with salad, baked potato & vegetable. Available Friday & Saturday night. Dine in only prices. Add $2 for Takeout

R247438v24

HOURS: MON–FRI 3PM TILL CLOSING • SAT & SUN 11:30 TILL CLOSING

The answers you need. The Care you Deserve. Visit our website: RayaClinic.com

R247463v11

P.S. Be sure to follow through with your chiropractor’s recommended athome exercise regimen to help ease pain and stress. Exercise can wear the body out by the end of the day; sleep comes easier when you’re tired.

CHIROPRACTIC NUTRITION ACUPUNCTURE SPINAL DECOMPRESSION

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Chamber From A8

“Because we were starting out in 2022, we picked two areas that tend to be very popular for people who are going to Europe for the first time,” she said. Hekeler explained that although CI Destinations works with many chambers, the chambers are not together at the same destination. Each chamber gets an opportunity to select the destination of their next trip. For individuals who would like to request a destination, Hekeler suggested that they contact the chamber and the destination will get added to their list. Next year’s trips have not been secured but the destinations might be Ireland and the Amalfi Coast, Hekeler said. Chamber members and any other community members are welcome to go on these trips.

“You can also have people travel with you from all over the country,” she said. For more information about the travel program visit southingtonchamber.com. Reporter Karla Santos can be reached at ksantos@recordjournal.com.

Join us for a FREE virtual class

Understanding brain tumors

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Join our interactive class to learn about:

Advertise with us. 203-317-2312

■ ■

Signs and symptoms Types and risk factors New treatment options in neurosurgery

■

Plus, LIVE Q&A with the expert!

■

Thurs., June 16 | 12-1pm PRESENTER:

Nazer Qureshi, MD

860.637.6570 CALL FOR SPRING SPECIALS

R249783

LIC# 0611412

Board certified in Neurosurgery Director, Brain Tumor Program The Hospital of Central Connecticut

A10

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

State of Connecticut to step up its investigation of hate crime probes By Susan Haigh Associated Press

law enforcement duties to notify the new Hate Crimes Investigative Unit of a HARTFORD — Connecticut broader list of crimes inofficials hope timely, volving bigotry and bias stepped-up reporting of within 14 days, using a new hate crime investigations standardized system, beby local police to a new ginning Jan. 1. They must State Police investigative continue to share informaunit will help lead to the tion about their local invesprevention and detection of tigations with the State Posuch crimes before somelice unit. thing violent happens. “Pretty much every week, A new law requires all local every month we get a new and tribal police departnational report about the ments, resident state troop- extent of the increase in ers, and constables with

Marijuana From A1

William Dziedzic, a Town Council Republican and ordinance committee chairman, said the change isn’t singling out marijuana users.

hate crimes,” said Rep. Maria Horn, D-Salisbury, co-chair of the General Assembly’s Public Safety Committee. “These crimes are among the most corrosive ones we have because they go after the bonds that ties together as communities and as a state. And so I think the need is is obvious.”

“With the (state) legislature legalizing recreational marijuana, we needed to update our ordinances to treat recreational marijuana the same as we would alcohol and tobacco in parks and the trail,” he said. “We’re not targeting recreation marijuana or treating it any differently. It’s just bringing it up to code and compliance with tobacco and alcohol.”

The new law, which was signed on March 10 by Democratic Gov. Ned LamSee Hate crimes, A11

Time to come see us! Open for appointments! Following CDC Guidelines

247183

Eye Exams • Glasses • Contacts Now Accepting Pediatric Patients!

Fire department fees

Only the best designers at reasonable prices. Call to schedule an eye exam or to get fitted for contact lenses. Most insurances accepted.

Tony D’Angelo, an ordinance committee member and a Democrat, said if the ordinance is approved, the Southington Town-wide Effort to Promote Success and the police department will work to educate people about the law. The town will also post signs at parks and the trail. D’Angelo said he feels the marijuana ban is a “good thing” that could help avoid problems as recreational pot becomes more common. “It’s a proactive ordinance,” he said.

32 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington, CT 860.829.9090

The ordinance committee also passed a change in fire department fees. Dziedzic said the town’s fire department fees to review building plans are lower than surrounding towns. The plan approved June 1 eliminated application fees for things like fireworks permits and building plan reviews. It increased fees for the actual building review, which is conducted by fire department personnel. Dziedzic said it’s not a money-making effort. “The intent behind it was more to get it in line with what’s going on,” he said. “It’s not a revenue grab.” D’Angelo said fire department time and effort goes into reviewing plans for safety and that the fees can help compensate the department for the work. “It brings in some revenue because there is time and effort to make these types of inspections,” he said. The fee schedule was suggested by the Board of Fire Commissioners. Reporter Jesse Buchanan can be reached at jbuchanan@ record-journal.com.

Best of Hartford #1 Real Estate Agent

AMY BARTOLUCCI

R252465

Open 7 days a week to serve you. BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY - 203.237.2337 Have a child with Special needs? 975 Broad Street Meriden CT Call Eddie @ 203-859-1200 NewStyleHairStudio.com to schedule your appointment

252048v2

REALTOR®

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

A11

Hate crimes From A10

ont and highlighted during a ceremonial signing Tuesday, comes days before the State Bond Commission is scheduled to release a second $5 million allocation for security grants for houses of worship and eligible nonprofit organizations at risk of being the target of a hate crime or violent act. FBI statistics show there were 101 hate crimes reported in 2020 in Connecticut, the most recent year for available data.

Commissioner James Rovella said he already formed the group in October. The unit, which includes a sergeant and a couple of detectives, has already been working with other State Police units, local police and the FBI, investigating various complaints, including racist fliers recently distributed on several West Hartford streets by a white supremacist organization.

CONNECTBC-HIS Joanne Cyr-Callaghan, WITH US SOCIALLY

Sixty-one of those crimes Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist targeted an individual’s race, ethnicity or ancestry; 17 involved a person’s religion; 15 involved someone’s sexuFACEBOOK.COM/ al orientation; and eight inRECORDJOURNAL volved a person’s disability for multiple biases, Lamont’s NEWSPAPER office said in a statement.

TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

VOTED BEST HEARING SPECIALIST BEST OF HIS LaPira, Joanne Cyr-Callaghan, BC-HIS Myranda 2021 Hearing Instrument Specialist YEAR Board CertifiedAFTER Hearing InstrumentYEAR Specialist

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL • DRIVEWAYS • PARKING LOTS

PAVING ASPHALT # Asphalt is a Petroleum Product Lock in your price now!

SOUTHINGTON’S

By: J. Stanley

Insured & Licensed Lic. Reg. HIC0654781

INSURED & LICENSED Lic. Reg. #55148

BEST OF

1289942

ASPHALT • CURBING • REPAIRS (860) 276-1130 FREE ESTIMATES

STONE • CRACK REPAIR • SEAL COATING MARION

860-276-1130 FREE ESTIMATES

MEDICAID ACCEPTED

READERS’ POLL

LLC

R249733

• Asphalt • Curbing • Repairs • Stone • Crack Repair • Seal Coating

READERS’ POLL

Joanne Cyr-Callaghan, BC-HIS

Board Certified HearingSALES Instrument Specialist WE DO AND

25 YEARS SERVING SOUTHINGTON

SERVICE OF MOST HEARING AIDS

860-506-3720 | 72 PINE ST., BRISTOL

Because I Wear Hearing Myself, I Understand Hear

Because I Wear Hearing Aids www.bristolhearingaids.com Myself, I Understand Hearing Loss. “Our customer$ come ~ QUAILTY BATHROOMS SINCE 1963 ~

Family owned for 57 years NO CHARGE IN-HOME ESTIMATES

Replace your old Call for shower or tub Low Prices

FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE CALL TODAY

860-628-0073 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC

BEST OF

LIC P-1-0204630 INSURED

VOTED BEST HEARING SPECIALIST YEAR AFTER YEAR

READERS’ POLL

BEST OF

VOTED2021 BEST 860-506-3720HEARING | 72 PINE ST.,SPECIALIST BRISTOL BEST OF www.bristolhearingaids.com 2021 YEAR AFTER YEAR

2021

READERS’ POLL

MEDICAID ACCEPTED

Bathrooms since 1963

summaconstructionservices.com

READERS’ POLL

R25222296418

before the dollar sign”

R249591

Over 40 Years of Experience

1 2021

ASPHALT 1

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL • DRIVEWAYS • PARKING LOTS

96418

While the new law officially creates the Hate Crimes Investigative Unit within the Connecticut State Police, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection

Because I Wear Hearing Aids Myself, I Understand Hearing Loss.

A12

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Diesel fuel tax to rise sharply in CT; experts say costs will hit consumers By Keith Phaneuf The Connecticut Mirror

Already reeling from skyrocketing national inflation, Connecticut consumers face a one-two punch beginning July 1 that threatens to make groceries and other basic goods even more expensive. The Department of Revenue Services is expected within the next two weeks to announce a major increase in the state’s diesel tax, effective July 1 and driven by wholesale fuel prices that have more than doubled over the past year. And six months after that, the state will impose a new highway use tax on large commercial trucks that’s expected to cost the industry $90 million per year — an

expense companies already have said will be passed onto Connecticut shoppers. “It’s going to tax Connecticut consumers at a point where they can least afford it,” said DataCore Partners economist Donald Klepper-Smith, who was the state’s chief economic advisor in the late 2000s under Gov. M. Jodi Rell. The diesel tax hike stems from an annual adjustment the legislature established in 2007. When Gov. Ned Lamont proposed the highway use tax in February 2021 to support the state’s transportation construction program, the Consumer Price Index showed low inflation of 1.4%. Those moves were “not unreasonable” when made,

“but the timing is going to be brutal” when they strike consumers, said University of Connecticut economist Fred V. Carstensen. “Transportation costs are embedded in everything we buy. … This is the one [tax] you can’t escape.”

Big diesel fuel tax increase due on July 1 The diesel fuel that powers most trucks is taxed by the state following an annual formula that includes a fixed base and an adjustment that looks at average wholesale diesel prices over the prior year, as well as the tax rate applied to wholesale gasoline transactions. Gov. Ned Lamont’s administration, which must announce the new rate by June

15, hasn’t done so yet. But the key variable — the wholesale price of diesel — is not looking good.

produce a tax hike of more than 10 cents per gallon, if wholesale prices remain on the rise.

Wholesale diesel prices at New Haven harbor hovered around $2.23 per gallon during the first week of July 2021, according to the Connecticut Energy Marketers Association.

“We fully expect a significant increase in what the tax will look like,” said Chris Herb, president and CEO of the marketers association, who added that the late February Russian invasion of Ukraine only pushed escalating oil prices even higher. “We’re surging into the [diesel tax] recalculation.”

By mid-May 2022, the wholesale price of diesel was about $4.79 per gallon. The AAA reported an average retail price for diesel of nearly $6.24 per gallon on Tuesday. The diesel tax, which currently stands at 40.1 cents per gallon, has been as high over the past five years as 46.5 cents — where it stood in 2019. Industry experts say the latest conditions could

“We call it the perfect storm when you have these types of situations,” said Michael Fox, executive director of the Connecticut-based Gasoline & Automotive Service Dealers of America, commonly known as GASDA. See Diesel fuel, A19

Thank You Families For Voting Us Best Funeral Home 2022

Our Family Serving Yours

252346

The caring and experienced professionals at Plantsville Funeral Home are here to support you through this difficult time. We offer a range of personalized services to suit your family’s wishes and requirements. You can count on us to help you plan a personal, lasting tribute to your loved one. And we’ll carefully guide you through the many decisions that must be made during this challenging time.

You are welcome to call us at any time of the day, any day of the week, for immediate assistance. Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience. We also provide a wealth of information on our web site so you can learn more from the privacy of your own home. It is our privilege to serve each of our families. Your satisfaction is our goal.

We are Family Owned and Operated for 50 Years We make it EASY to transfer Pre-need funeral arrangements at no cost • We are a Full Service Monument Company

975 S. Main Street, Plantsville, CT • 1-860-621-4656 • plantsvillefuneralhome.com

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Health

Obituaries Call-in support

Shirley Jean (Casale) White

Looking for a safe space? Talk to a professional about questions and concerns you may have regarding dementia Fridays from 2 to 3 p.m. Join the call at 860972-6338 (Meeting Room: 19623#).

Memory Café

Ashley White, Hillary White and her husband Erik Ledrew, and two greatgrandchildren, Sarah Trudeau and Nathan Ledrew. Shirley was a devoted sister to her 7 siblings. She leaves behind her sisters, Adeline “Dolly” Kearney and Lucille Tedesco both of Southington; her sisters in law Maxine Casale of Southington and Barbara Fasci of Bristol along with her close cousin Adelaide Monteleone of Bristol. Shirley also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins and her loving close friends, Ginny Schwarz and Judy Limmer. In addition to her husband, she is predeceased by her brothers William, Joseph, Robert and John Casale as well as her sister Anna Sciola and her sisters in law Beverly Lovell and Betty Steinbrecher. Private services will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Friends of Southington Animal Control, 646 Woodruff St., Southington, CT 06489. For online condolences, please visit www. dellavecchiasouthington. com.

The virtual Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment and early de-

Briefs

mentia. Friends and families are welcome. The class takes place the first Monday of the month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

Middle stage dementia Monday, June 13 from 6 to 7 p.m. learn about changes in the brain and how this effects function during middle stage disease, safety considerations and enhancing communications. Registration required. Call 1-855442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

From A7

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

Virtual support Do you care for someone diagnosed with dementia? Join this virtual support group the last Monday of the month, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Topics include communication techniques, benefits of activities, family dynamics, and more. Registration required. Call 1-855-442-4373 or go to HartfordHealthCare.org/VirtualClasses.

Hearing Solutions Hearing Solutions

Diakun, JohnJohn Diakun, M.S.M.S.

Juneteenth Celebration

Audiologist Audiologist

Hearing Solutions

The New Britain Museum of American Art will host its 21st Annual Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spanning the museum galleries and grounds, the celebration will include a full schedule of events, with drumming, dance, and poetry performances outdoors. Inside, tour the special exhibition, 30 Americans, and the museum’s permanent collection and make lasting memories through hands-on art activities and scavenger hunts. There is no admission fee.

Celebrating Celebrating Celebrating 20 years overover 20 years over 30 years

Kensington Hearing Services Kensington Hearing Services New Britain 211 New211Britain Rd. Rd. Kensington to McDonald's) Kensington • (Next •to(Next McDonald's)

860-826-6450 860-826-6450 John Diakun, M.S. Audiologist

www.kensingtonhearing.com Celebrating

Hearing evaluations. Hearing evaluations. Hearing fittings, Hearing aid aid fittings, repairs batteries. repairs andand batteries. Medicare, HMOs, Medicare, HMOs, Medicaid Claims Medicaid Claims

over 20 years

Kensington Hearing Services Funerals, Affordable 211 New Britain Rd. Kensington • (Next to McDonald's)

$899 Cremations 860-826-6450

Hearing evaluations. Hearing aid fittings, repairs and batteries. Medicare, HMOs, Medicaid Claims • Save thousands with us, without losing quality

More than Pink Walk

professional service, personal attention & meeting all of your family’s needs. • Let us take you to the same church & cemetery as the others, at half the average cost. additional fees may apply

Luddy – Peterson

Our Funeral Home, Our Crematory, Our Care

244203v5

The Susan G. Komen More than Pink Walk will take place Oct. 22 at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Register at komen.org/connecticutwalk. Susan G. Komen is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever.

Caregiver group

205 South Main St. New Britain, CT LuddyAndPetersonFH.com It is an honor & privilege for our family to serve yours. 860-357-4622

R247169

SOUTHINGTON- Shirley Jean (Casale) White, 85, of Southington, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, surrounded by her devoted family. She was the beloved wife of Harry White, Sr., for 63 years. She was born in Southington, CT, the daughter of the late Joseph and Adelaide (Pepe) Casale. For 35 years, Shirley was the Executive Secretary for the Town Manager of Southington. She flawlessly balanced her job and caring for her family. After retiring, she lived in Las Vegas for 20 years. She loved to go to casinos with her poker face, double down, and take home the jackpot. Shirley was a legend in the bingo halls and on the dance floor. She was a fashionista, an avid reader, and a tv & movie buff who adored Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Shirley was an extraordinary cook and loved nothing more than sharing meals with her family. Her meatballs were famous and touched the stomachs of many. Shirley loved spilling the tea with her children and grandchildren. She was selfless and was always willing to reach out a helping hand. Shirley loved the little things in life, like a spotless house, but above all else, she loved her family. She is survived by her children, Harry White, Jr. and wife Ann Marie of Colebrook, Cheryl “Sherry” Conaty and husband Mark of Southington and Dean White of Bristol; five grandchildren, Kristen, Kelly and Patrick Conaty,

A13

A14

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Softball From A1

The BC Rams upset No. 1 seed Danbury 4-1 in Monday night’s first semifinal. Southington improved to 261 with its win. The Blue Knights have won 13 straight games. The Knights have won four state titles in the eight sea-

sons since Davina Hernandez took over as head coach in 2014. Southington won three titles in a row from 2013-2015. Ludlowe saw its season end at 25-2. The Blue Knights were the only Connecticut team to defeat the Falcons, who lost to New Jersey’s Phillipsburgh High School during the regular season. Ludlowe had won the FCIAC Tournament for a second

straight year, beating Danbury in the regular season and in the championship game. Katie Griffin’s two-run single was the big blow in the fourth inning after the Blue Knights had taken a 4-3 lead on Taylor Sullivan’s bunt single. Southington tacked on another run when pinch-runner Emma Quint scored from second base on a deep sacrifice fly to right-center field by Ashlyn Desaulniers. After Southington took the 7-3 lead, Ludlowe loaded the bases in the fifth inning with the heart of its order coming up and nobody out.

860-748-0541•phoenicianhi.com Experience Our Professional Difference!

Roofing • Siding • Windows Gutters • Doors • Basement Finishing Kitchen & Bath Remodel • Decks Call for a FREE No Pressure Estimate! Fully Licensed & Insured #582443

247195

BOND•BILT

van started and went the first four innings. Blanchard, a junior, worked the fifth and sixth. Maddie Furniss, a sophomore, finished things with a perfect seventh against Ludlowe’s No. 2-4 hitters.

In the circle, Sullivan settled down after allowing three runs in the first two innings. The senior retired Ludlowe in order in both the third and fourth innings. It was 3-3 after three innings.

The Blue Knights scored their winning runs off Ludlowe reliever Anna Gedacht, who came on in the bottom of the fourth inning for starter Alex Lewey.

Ludlowe took a 2-0 lead in the top of the first inning after loading the bases on two walks and a leadoff single by Elena Ohe.

Gedacht lasted all of four hitters, allowing three runs without getting an out.

But SHS tied the game 2-2 on Sam Rogers’ two-out home run.

Gedacht was greeted by back-to-back singles by Dom Gaudio and Nicole Szuba. The pair then moved to second and third on a passed But Stella Blanchard got No. ball. Gaudio scored on Tay3 hitter Chelsea Villar to pop lor Sullivan’s bunt. Griffin out and then proceeded to then broke the game open strike out cleanup hitter Ellie with a sharp single. Gallagi before getting Rosanna Merturi to pop up to first After Southington’s took a 63 lead, Lewey returned to base and end the inning. the circle. She allowed a As has been the case for deep fly off the bat of DeSouthington throughout the saulniers that brought Quint season, Hernandez went all the way in from second with three pitchers on Mon- base. day night. Senior Sam Sulli-

The Falcons regained the lead on a solo shot by Ohe. Desaulniers made a valiant effort at the center field fence, but the ball ricocheted off her glove and continued on its home run flight. Southington retied the game when Sam Sullivan connected for a RBI single in the bottom of the third. Southington was making its 10th straight trip to the state semifinals after a 6-2 quarterfinal win over No. 10 Maloney last week.

garages

BOND•BILT NATIONALLY FEATURED

~ UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT ~

Call today for a free, no obligation estimate on the custom built garage of your choice

Buying & Selling LD Y GO ion U B WE ndit y co n a in

CELEBRATING 61 YEARS IN BUSINESS

bondbiltgarages.com 1-800-826-2746 info@bondbiltgarages.com

Tools &

more Tools! R251518

Visit our website to view our recently completed custom built garages!

Tools,

WE BU Y Wo Electro rking nics & Spor ting G oods

Open Monday - Saturday 10am | Located Plainville/Southington Line (Next to Saints)

1226 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489 | (860) 479-9060

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Obituaries Zbigniew “Ziggy” Sanko SOUTHINGTONZbigniew “Ziggy” Sanko, 84, of Southington, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at HOCC in New Britain. Zbigniew was born in Sokółka, Poland to the late Alexander and Maria (Lagoda) Sanko, coming to the United States in 1980. Ziggy worked at Center Grinding for many years in West Hartford. He became a licensed insurance agent and worked at Advanced American Financial, retiring after 20 years. Ziggy was a proud member of the Polish Falcon Nest 88 in New Britain since 1982. He enjoyed hunting and was a longtime member and Past President of the Los Hunting Club in New Britain. In addition to his wife Marianna, Ziggy is survived by 2 daughters, Violetta Furyk of New Britain and Teresa Sienko of Middletown, 3 grandchildren, Angela, Anna and Tomasz and 5 great-grandchildren. He

Friday, June 10, 2022

A15

Expansion of dementia care facility underway By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

SOUTHINGTON — Construction is underway at Livewell on an expansion that will add more buildings and more capabilities to the dementia care facility on South Main Street.

is also survived by his nephew, Christopher Zajda and his wife Anna and their children Victoria and Alex Zajda of Southington, one brother in Poland and extended family in Canada. Funeral services for Ziggy were held earlier this week. Plantsville Funeral Home was entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.

Livewell leaders say new housing and the new Center for Resilient Living will bring a fresh approach to helping those with dementia and cognitive diseases.

Construction is underway at Livewell on South Main Street in Southington. Photos by Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

Dorm-style housing will allow community living for dementia patients as well as family members. The resilient living center will offer classes, screenings and help for Livewell residents as well as those who live elsewhere. After the buildings are completed next year, the facility’s existing buildings will be renovated. Livewell president Michael Smith said the campus upgrade was inspired by community-style facilities in other countries, input from dementia patients and college campuses. Livewell was built in 1992, Smith said, and the work will help

New dorm-style housing at Livewell in Southington will allow community living for dementia patients and family members.

it remain a leader in cognitive disease care. The nonprofit group was formerly known as the Alzheimer’s Resource Center.

Finding a great Dentist is as easy as... You’re going to LOVE our office! *Natural looking Fillings, Crowns, Bridges & Dentures *Invisalign, ClearCorrect, 6 Month Smiles & Braces *Dental Implants placed & restored *One visit Root Canal treatment *Professional Teeth Whitening *Emergency Dental Care *Eme *Sleep Apnea treatment *Complete care for young & old

Options for living Dementia care is often performed in memory care units of assisted living facilities. Smith said the model See Livewell, A16

$123

*NEW PATIENT SPECIAL Dental Cleaning, Exam & X-rays plus FREE At-Home Whitening Kit

*Limited time offer. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Expires 12/31/19 Expires 12/31/22

Convenient hours & locations Advanced Dental-Berlin 39 Webster Square Rd

Advanced Dental-Cromwell 26 Shunpike Rd, Ste A

AdvancedDental.com R247244v3

CALL TODAY

860.829.9048

A16

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Livewell

The resilient living center was designed to help residents strengthen their brain and learn to live with the disease.

From A15

is to have a secure and locked wing of a larger facility and to bring in all the things residents need. “That doesn’t feel robust, that doesn’t feel like living well,” Smith said. While Livewell will continue to have assisted living and skilled care options, the new housing under construction allows for apartment-style living. The entire campus will be secure, Smith said, using technology such as wearable devices that can track where residents go. This allows residents to use the whole property.

Some of the resources planned for the center are cognitive health screenings, classes on cooking for brain health and physical fitness. People shouldn’t have to wait until they’re in a facility to get that type of help, Gil said. Livewell’s center will be open for non-residents, can help people remain in their homes for longer and avoid a scramble for help during a crisis.

Plans for Livewell’s expansion.

The buildings under construction are designed to imitate four single family homes in a New England “Because you live with a diagnosis of dementia doesn’t style. Each will have four two-bedroom apartments mean you have to resign yourself to withdrawing from and a third floor apartment for a non-patient resident, community,” Smith said.

such as an occupational therapy student. They’ll be located by the Quinnipiac River and called the river homes.

Getting rid of ‘wait list’ Heidi Gil, Livewell’s chief strategy officer, said the facility often receives calls from families in a crisis. There’s not enough screening and diagnosis for cogni-

For 35 years, our family taking care of your family!

tive diseases, she said, which leads people to ignore warning signs until a loved one is exhibiting major cognitive problems. Even after a dementia diagnosis, there’s little care until someone needs assisted living. Smith said this was like waiting until a cancer patient was at stage four before starting treatment. “No one would do that,” Smith said.

“We don’t want there to be a wait list anymore. We want a person who experiences dementia to get resources when they need them,” Smith said. “You’ve got diabetes, here’s how your lifestyle changes. You’ve got dementia, here’s how your lifestyle changes and what we can do to support you.” Older styles of living with multiple people to a room See Livewell, A17

860-590-3035

RileyPlumbingCompany.com • Kensington, CT 06037

R247313

Water Heaters • Well Pump Service • Water Quality Service Drain & Sewer Cleaning/Repairs • Heating Systems Sink, Faucet, Toilet, Shower, Disposal Service

10% Senior Discount Complete Affordable Family Dental Care! NO NEED to be without TEETH

Dentures available DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER in 24 Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! hours

5 Styles starting at $250*

Relines and Repairs while you wait.

ORANGE 203.799.3311

533 S. Broad St.

501 Boston Post Rd.

R251251

MERIDEN 203.238.7968

242743v3

NewEnglandDentalCT.com

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Terrarium building to support Livewell 7-year-old girl who has cancer

A17

From A16

will be renovated to singleroom accommodations. Although the facility is adding new housing, its total living units will remain about the same due to configuration changes.

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

SOUTHINGTON — Friends of Kendall Lord, diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer, are planning a fundraiser later this month to send the seven-yearold girl and her family to Disney World.

While the existing residential buildings are under renovation, Smith said intake will be restricted from this fall until the spring of next year. By that time the resilient living center will be open.

Supporters are looking to raise money for the Disney trip as well as other events for the family to give them “the best summer they possibly can,” said Michelle Kerski, a friend of Kendall’s mother. The fundraiser at Kinsmen Brewing, 409 Canal St., is scheduled for Sunday, June 26, from noon to 3 p.m. It will include terrarium building for those who have signed up, raffles and a DJ.

Town approval for expansion Bryan and Danielle Lord pose with daughter Kendall Lord, then 5 years old, during a September 27, 2020 fundraiser for Kendall’s cancer treatment at YMCA Camp Sloper. Record-Journal file photo

The brewing company will donate $1 to the cause for each beer sold. Kerski and Danielle Lord, Kendall’s mom, met in a Face-

book group several years ago while both were searching for a rare plant. The two struck up a friendship that went beyond their shared hobby.

R251130v2

3,499

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

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

NO JO B T OO SMALL R247210

Lic

We offer tub and shower conversions

Reporter Jesse Buchanan can be reached at jbuchanan@record-journal.com.

Trees & Bushes River Stone All Sizes 3/4" Process • Top Soil • Mulch Sand • Gravel • Salt All types of stone

TUB MAN ic # 2 8 2 9 31

Town leaders spoke in favor of Livewell’s expansion and the services it provides following the vote. Those with suggestions about how Livewell can serve the population living with dementia can call the facility at 860-628-9000.

See Fundraiser, A18

CALL THE

ed, L

Southington won’t be responsible for repaying the bonds.

“Danielle is just the most generous, giving kindhearted person that I’ve ever met,” Kerski said.

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

ur In s

Livewell is able to borrow up to $90 million in taxfree bonds for the work following support from the Town Council last sum-

mer. The Internal Revenue Service requires a public hearing and vote of support from the highest municipal body in order to issue the bonds.

Matt’s Pro Plumbing 247152

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

A18

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Fundraiser From A17

Danielle Lord said Monday she was aware of the fundraiser and that the family was focused on making the most of their time together. Building terrariums as part of the fundraiser seemed fitting, Kerski said. “It’s really fun and relaxing,” she said. “It’s something that’s near and dear to me and Danielle’s hearts.” Admission to the event is free. There’s a $35 sign-up charge for the terrarium building.

Disney trip Kendall, who was diagnosed with autism in addition to cancer, previously went to Disney World through the Make-aWish foundation.

A fundraiser was held at YMCA Camp Sloper on Sept. 27, 2020 to raise money for Kendall Lord's cancer treatment. An ongoing GoFundMe campaign has already generated $6,000 to send the girl and her family to Disney World this summer. Record-Journal file photo

through a GoFundMe campaign. “It looks like it will be possible with the donations that this community has already come together with,” Kerski said.

“Danielle would love to do that again,” Kerski said. “Kendall is Kendall will be joined on the trip by her parents, Danielle a Disney girl through and and Bryan Lord, and her two through.” brothers. She’s hoping to raise $10,000 Kerski is also looking for local and on Monday had already attractions that would sponsor received more than $6,000

trips for the Lord family, as well as groups or businesses that would donate items for the raffles at the Kinsmen Brewing event. She’s hoping the family can pack the summer with fun things for Kendall. “Whatever we can pull together for the family, just keep it rolling all summer long,” Kerski said. See Fundraiser, A19

Brilliant BasementtnemesaB tnailli Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpreta

T-shirts on sale to raise money for Kendall Lord, who was diagnosedBasement with kidney cancer in February 2019.sA Waterproofing Services ecivreS gnifoorpretaW tnemesaB fundraiserOver at 36 Kinsmen Brewing later this month.ewill Years combined experience. cneirehelp pxe denibmoc sraeY 63 revO raise to send theGuarantee*, girl and Sump her family Fullyfunds Transferable Written Pumps,,sptomuDisney P pmuS ,*eetnarauG nettirW elbarefsnarT World. Record-Journal file photo

Pumps Eliminated in most homes. .semoh tsom ni detanimilE spmuP Deal Direct with owner - no middle man. .nam elddim on - renwo htiw tceriD laeD French Drains, Gravity Drains, Landscaping Drainage,,eganiarD gnipacsdnaL ,sniarD ytivarG ,sniarD h Gutter Downspout Drains sniarD tuopsnwoD rettuG Waterproofing, LLC New Bulkheads, ,sdaehkluB weN E EExperience. EECombined RF F36RYears Basement Waterproofing s s e t EgressServices and • Over dna ssergE te a a m m i t ti s Es Pumps Eliminated in E Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps, Most Homes. Basement Windows, ,swodniW tnemesaB Deal Direct With Owner - No Middle Man, Crawl Spaces Basement Finishing gnihsiniF tnemesaB

Brilliant Basement

We Make Getting Beautiful New Floors Easy

860-598-8091

SHOP-AT-HOME CONVENIENCE

* written details available upon request 3 V_ 8 3 010 8 D

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com HIC. 0653192 • CALL US SU LLAC • 2913560 .CIH

860-598-8091 1908-895-06 ROOF AND DECK REPLACEMENT 10% OFF

PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION, EVEN NEXT DAY*

R251251

Call 1-877-675-3435

Services include: Sheetrock Repairs Siding Services and Repair New Construction • Framing Window Replacement • Gutters Shingle Roofing Install and Repair License 0621076 • Monday - Fri 8 - 8 pm Sat 8 - 12 • Follow us on FB and Twitter

860.978.5600 • RLConstructionLLCCT.com rlconstruction06051@hotmail.com • 8 Parkmore St. New Britain

R249174

New Customers Labor Charges with this ad.

Schedule a FREE In-Home Estimate!

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

D801038_V3

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com moc.gnifoorpretawtnemesabtnaillirb

QUALITY PRODUCTS

Carpet • Hardwood • Laminate • Vinyl • Tile

R247034

HIC. 0653192 • CALL US

*written details available elbaliava sliated nettirw* upon request tseuqer nopu

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Fundraiser From A18

Outpouring of support In September 2020, hundreds of friends, family and members of the local community attended a fundraiser at YMCA Camp Sloper for the then 5-year-old's cancer treatment. Organizers and family said at the time that Lord was diagnosed with Wilms' Tumor, a rare form of kidney cancer, in February 2019 and underwent intensive chemotherapy treatment. She was in remission by November, but the cancer relapsed a few months later and she received treatment for much of 2020.

Friday, June 10, 2022

to say hello to her, Danielle Lord said at the time. "She just radiates love and people float to her.” “It's been a remarkable rollercoaster ride,” Mary Peterman, Lord's preschool teacher, told the Record-Journal in 2020, “but Kendall's strength and determination has inspired all of us. Nothing slowed her down — whenever she was out for a bout of chemo, she came back and didn't lose skills, just raring to go and ready to learn. She is amazing." Reporter Jesse Buchanan can be reached at jbuchanan@ record-journal.com.

Baseball From A2

driving in three of the six runs with a pair of singles. He finished 2-for-3.

Crowley delivered again with a sharp two-run single to right field to put the Blue Knights up 5-0. Brady Aylward then hit Danbury junior starter Charlie Silimine’s last pitch for a RBI single up the middle and 60 lead.

Another sophomore, Frank Boutot, Jr., got the Blue Silimine exited and on Knights started with a triple came Aidan Hefele, who in the first inning. got some help from Southington’s aggressiveness on The Blue Knights built on the bases. Chris Magzag’s their lead in the fourth. sacrifice bunt was turned Justin Chiulli drew a fourinto a double play when pitch walk to start the inning. Manny Izzo then hit a Aylward was thrown out at ground ball to second base third base. than took a bad bounce off Caden Angelo then lined Kai O’Dell, allowing Chiulli out to centerfield to end to get to third base. the inning.

A19

SHS was up 3-0 after the first inning. Boutot started things with his deep triple to the left-centerfield gap. After the blast, Jackson Rusiecki surprised everyone by laying down a squeeze bunt to score Boutot. Rusiecki reached first base without a throw. Rusiecki then moved to second on a wild pitch and to third on an errant Silimine pickoff attempt that sailed into the outfield. Southington went up 2-0 on a double-steal when Danbury catcher Roman Hausmann’s throw went See Baseball, A20

Welcome to On The Menu.

Everywhere the Lord family goes in Southington, it seems like someone recognizes Kendall Lord and is stopping

Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Diesel fuel

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com

From A12

The association, which represents roughly 500 gas stations in Connecticut, is bracing for a diesel tax hike that could have “a huge negative impact on deliveries into our state,” Fox said. Don’t look for Connecticut’s trucking companies or supermarkets to absorb those added fuel costs. Both industries already are struggling with staffing shortages worsened by the coronavirus pandemic. A longer version of this story originally appeared at ctmirror.org, the website of The Connecticut Mirror.

Adelphia Café

Athena II Diner

476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.

320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.

Colony Diner

Duchess of Wallingford

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for oldfashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.

Say

hello

124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/ Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.

to results

A DIVISION OF

Call Anthony today

203-317-2327

Your Hometown Marketing Expert

Anthony Jordan, Media Consultant | ajordan@rjmediagroup.com

We partner with local companies to help move their business forward through comprehensive and impactful marketing solutions including print, digital, radio and streaming platforms. Our award-winning team has operated locally since 1867 and is ready to help your business grow.

MARKETING THAT MOVES YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD >>

A20

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Exploring contemporary life issues through comedy Practicing improv comedy – unscripted, theatrical performance –encourages listening and cooperation while fostering a sense of trust and community. Participants will learn the use of improv in everyday life and ways they may process the collective trauma of contemporary times

(COVID, inflation, academic anxiety, friendship issues) through a comedic lens.

John E. DeMello Sr. Veterans Coffee Hour, the ARC of Southington and Bread for Life.

Three public events, one each for adults, teens and Events will run June through August, in conjunction with children, will take place, along with workshops for the the library’s Summer Read-

ing Program. All events are free. Registration is required. For more information and program registration, call 860-628-0947 or visit southingtonlibrary.org. — Press Release

Plainville School News Locals in college Assumption University, Worcester, Mass., awarded Brigett-Fithian-Giantono a bachelor’s degree. FithianGiantonio was named to the

dean’s list for the spring semester.

Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, named Molly Freitas and Phoebe Gediman to its

Lasell University, Newton, Mass., awarded Dylan Morrell a bachelor’s degree. Morrell was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester.

HELP KEEP

Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, N.H., named the following students to its dean’s list: Katherine Grenier, Nicole Treacy and Anaisa Ahrens. Solkeila Karnuk, Melanie Ouelette and Racheal Reinwald were named to the president’s list.

Coming to your home or business

See Schools, A21 R237821

In order to continue delivery to your home or business, we need to have each resident or business let us know that, by filling out our on-line requester form at myrecordjournal. com/southington-plainville-requester. Or, you can call us at 203-634-3933 and we can mail you a postage paid postcard to fill out and return. Without the necessary requester information, delivery of your Southington & Plainville Citizen to your home or business, will end.

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

Baseball From A19

into centerfield. Cowley then delivered a RBI single to give the Blue Knights a 3-0 lead.

SUDOKU

It would be all Whitehead needed. After striking out three of the first four Hatters he faced, Whitehead didn’t allow a hit until O’Dell led off the fourth inning with a single to left. Whitehead got out of a little trouble in that inning. With runners at the corners, Danbury lined a ball to Magzag at second base, who easily turned it into a double play.

R247857 v2

R247871_v2

The Southington Public Library is contracting with Sea Tea Improv to present several interactive comedy workshops and a final performance, “The Literacy of Laughter: A Community Gets Schooled in the Art of Comedy,” which will showcase that our similarities outweigh our differences.

The game was delayed 15 minutes due to the Danbury bus breaking down on the way to Municipal Stadium. The contest started under storm clouds, which rolled in amid a gusting wind and slight sprinkle. Silimine was making just his fifth start of the season.

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

A21

Housing Authority taking applications The Plainville Senior Center is encouraging anyone interested in subsidized housing to submit an application to the Plainville Housing Authority. Applications must be submitted by June 16. Senior housing is available to anyone over the age of 62

or to people with disabilities who are over 18 years of age. Plainville residency is not a requirement. Income guidelines apply.

need to be the first in line to hand in your application.

Base rents start at $500 for a studio apartment, $600 for a smaller one-bedroom apartOnce the application process ment, and $650 for a largis closed, local AARP voluner one-bedroom apartment. teers will conduct a lottery Tenants are responsible for to determine places on the heat, lights, air conditioning waiting list, so there is no

Schools

For more information, or to have an application mailed to you, call the Plainville Housing Authority at 860747-8519. — Press Release

Francis Paquet

Stonehill College, Easton, Mass., awarded Hannah Lennon a degree at commencement in May. Lennon was named to the dean’s list for the spring semester.

P A I N T I N G

860-877-5146

247437

francispaquetpainting@gmail.com Plantsville, CT 06479 CT Reg. #611818

Over 20 Years of Experience Call Now for a FREE ESTIMATE

Please & Thank you.

MEDIA THAT MOVES YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD

To advertise, contact Rebekah Larsen at (203) 317-2302 rlarsen@rjmediagroup.com

Ceiling/Wall Repairs Painting (Interior, Limited Exterior)

Taping Small Jobs Welcome

Spring Savings! Enjoy SIX MONTHS of discounted access to

University of Vermont, Burlington, Vt., named Julia Restelli to its dean’s list for the spring semester.

25% OFF for 6 Months

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

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

Hurry, Offer Ends Soon!

Advertise with us.

TOWN’S LESIGLATIVE PRIORITIES

INCLUDE BUSING, JUVENILE JUSTICE

MERIDEN | WALLINGFORD | SOUTHINGTON | CHESHIRE

/ PAGE C1

Sunday, December 12, 2021 |

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL / CLASS

L CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

FEDERAL AMERICAN RESCUE ACT

Officials review requests for funds

By Michael Gagne Record-Journal staff

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

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

Record-Journal

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

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

See ARPA, A5

CHESPROCOTT HEALTH DISTRICT

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

Independent short film uses town locations By Lauren Takores Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD — A dusting of snow Wednesday put a wrinkle in the plans for a group of independent filmmakers shooting a short film in town this week. Crew members didn’t complain though, as they shot a funeral scene inside First Congregational Church on Thursday.

Health district focuses on vaccinating children

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

By Mariah Melendez Cheshire Herald staff

The 15 to 20-minute long short film “No Cinematographer Amber Steele, of Phoenix, Words” explores the understanding of Arizona, said that in her line of work, it’s all grief as a man tries to find just the right about pivoting. words to say to a friend whose mother has

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

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

NATION & WORLD

LOCAL & STATE

See Vaccine, A7

FRONT PORCH NEWS

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

$2.50

Small business program targets diverse communities. C1

Holiday cheer and window paint at Bradley Home. C6

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

5 Styles starting at $250*

10% Senior Discount

Dentures

available DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER in 24 Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! hours Relines and Repairs while you wait.

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

NewEngland DentalCT.com MERIDEN 203.238.7968

533 S. Broad St.

ORANGE 203.799.3311

501 Boston Post Rd.

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

251853

Kentucky hardest hit, storm kills dozens in Midwest. A8

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

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

Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

“You can’t really control where the sun goes, when the sun comes out, all those things,” she said. “I have to have tools to be able to adjust.”

R242736v2

203-317-2312

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS

SERVICE DIRECTORY

From A20

University of St. Joseph, West Hartford, awarded Rachel Collin a degree in nursing. Hana Effendi was awarded a doctor of pharmacy degree. The following St. Joseph students were named to the dean’s list for the spring semester: Marharyta Bondarchuk, Rachel Collin, Alyssa Fontaine, Alyssa Giancarli, Olivia Heslin, Skyler Ibitz, Alyssa Roy and Michael Torres.

and hot water (all electric), but energy assistance is available.

A22

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Legal Notices & Classifieds

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

LEGAL NOTICE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

LEGAL NOTICE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

PLAINVILLE, CONNECTICUT

The Zoning Board of Appeals of Plainville, Connecticut will hold a Public Hearing(s) on Monday June 13, 2022 at 7:30 PM to hear and consider the following application(s): TWINING STREET Application #22-06-01, Andrew Koskovich, of 62 Twining Street, Plainville, CT seeks a variance to Article 2, Business Zones, Section 2.03 Dimensional Standards, Sub-section B Minimum Yard Requirements, (Side Yard), to permit the construction of a deck within 2.5 feet of the property line where the minimal side yard setback is 15 feet, (reduction of the southerly side yard requirement from 15’ to 2.5’), for a property located at 62 Twining Street TRUMBULL AVENUE Application #22-06-02, Adam Tokarzewski of 40 Industrial Drive, Southington, CT 06489 seeks a variance to Article 1 Residential Zone, Section 1.03 Dimensional Standards, Sub-section B Minimum Yard Requirements, Front Yard to permit the construction of a Breezeway within 17 feet of the front property line where the minimum setback is 24 feet, (Reduction of the minimum Front Yard Setback from 24’ to 17’), for a property located at 97 Trumbull Avenue STILLWELL DRIVE Application #22-06-03, Pawel Porzak of 187 Stillwell Drive, Plainville, CT 06062 seeks a variance to Article 4 Basic Standards, Section 4.07 Fence, Sub-section 3 to permit the installation of a 6-foot-tall fence within the required front yard setback for a property located at 187 Stillwell Drive Plainville, Connecticut this 20th day of May 2022 Peter Autunno, Chairperson Plainville Zoning Board of Appeals R251914 Autos Wanted

SUVs DODGE DURANGO ‘08 - Blk, high hwy mi., V8, good 2nd vehicle or parts. $1,500 ob. (860) 276-4654, leave msg.

Help Wanted

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

TOP CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed Needed for Southington/ Meriden/Berlin/Rocky okay. Will take other Hill - Must be 21yrs or makes and models. older and possess a driv(203) 600-4431. er’s license for at least 3yrs – Paid training to TOP CASH PAID acquire CDL license and For Junk or unwanted endorsements available – vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Please call Mike @ 203- The opportunity to bring your children to work, No 284-8562 8am-5pm. Childcare$$ - Contact Sheila at New Britain Business Owner / Service Provider? Transportation (860) 8280511 ext. 221 or visit us LIST YOUR SERVICE In Our Business / Service Directory at, 257 Woodlawn Rd., Berlin, CT 203-238-1953

Help Wanted

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

PLAINVILLE, CONNECTICUT

The Town of Plainville Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at the Plainville Municipal Center, One Central Square, Plainville, CT to consider the following items: Zone Map Change requested by KG Holdings for a portion of the property known as 0 Roseleah Avenue (MBA 39-A-18) from R-11 (residential) to GI (industrial). The files and maps are available for public inspection in the of Planning Department and the Office of the Town Clerk at the Plainville Municipal Center. At this hearing, interested persons may appear and be heard, and written communications may be received. Respectfully submitted, Mathew Weimer, Secretary, Plainville Planning and Zoning Commission. Dated at Plainville, CT May 11, 2022. R251803 Help Wanted

ASSESSMENT TECHNICIAN

Town of Cheshire invites qualified candidates to apply for FT, 35 hr/week position working in Assessors office, providing technical & clerical support. Starting hourly rate: $21.97/hr effective 7-1-22. Excellent benefit package. For further information on how to apply & job description, see the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect. org. Deadline to apply is 6-17-22. Town of Cheshire is EEOE, M/F/D/V HELP WANTED - Full time Machine Operator, grinding carbide. Will train. Apply in person to Century Tool, 260 Canal St., Milldale, CT 06467. 860-621-6748.

A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.

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

Help Wanted

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

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

Rooms For Rent MERIDEN - Room for rent, utils incl., shared BA. Free Wi-Fi. Call (203) 217-7122.

Stores and Offices For Rent

NORTH HAVEN

Routes available in the following towns: MERIDEN, WALLINGFORD, SOUTHINGTON/ PLANTSVILLE, CHESHIRE AND MIDDLETOWN Must be 18 or older. Must have valid drivers license, reliable vehicle and be available early mornings. Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary. Must able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week. MUST be dependable, and be able to read a route list with specific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections required. Not Temp Work. Retirees, Stay at Home Mom’s, and Veterans are also welcome to apply. Make extra cash to pay rent, mortgage, bills, save money, or a great vacation.

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

248314

Legal Notices

Lawn and Garden

Electronics

ACCELERATED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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

Wanted To Buy FREE CLEAN FILL AVAILABLE FOR COST 1,2,3 Items or an Estate OF TRUCKING! $$$ CASH $$$ PRICED PER LOAD DETodd Shamock PENDING ON LOCATION Estate Sale Service $100 minimum. Costume Jewelry, CALL JIM 860-982-4819 Antiques, Dolls, Toys, Paintings,Meriden Items . Top Soil . Compost . 203-494-1695 . Wood Chips . FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723

Miscellaneous For Sale 28’ POOL - With cover, filter and accessories. $3,500. Call (860) 8341086.

CUBCADET LAWN TRACTOR - Needs belts, $400; 8’ pool table, slate, needs cushions & new felt, $200; Christmas Village buildings, that light up, $15 ea. All cash & you take away. Call 203284-1011.

Sporting Goods and Health

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

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

Wanted To Rent

Wood Fuel Heating Equipment

TREE LENGTH PROFESSIONAL - Mature middle aged womFIREWOOD an looking for 1 or 2 BR apt., call 475-224- CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149 7341, leave message.

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

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

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

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Legal Notices & Classifieds

Friday, June 10, 2022

A23

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

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860718-5132. BUYING MACHINIST TOOLBOXES - Tools & tooling, contents of machine shops, home workshops and small lathes. Call anytime 860-985-5760 COSTUME JEWELRY WANTED - Old, New, Napier, Etc. “I Pay Top Cash For Your Grandma’s Costume Jewelry Stash” I’ll come to you, 203-443-9602 Julie.

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in our Classifieds.

Wanted To Buy

GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, WANTED Individual Old/ Vintage Toys, Mufirearms, collections & sical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Vi- estates including military olins, Flutes, Clarinets, & related items.Federally Trombone & SO MUCH licensed firearms dealer. MORE) Advertising Gunsmith, appraisals, Items, Wristwatches Richard Pleines, (Broken or Not), Pocket (860) 663-2214. Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Pet Services Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old PhoATTENTION DOG tographs, Old PostOWNERS! cards, Brewery Items, Obedience Classes Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Starting June 6 Dispensers, Costume MONDAY Evenings at Jewelry, Broken JewelCheshire Park & Rec. ry, Gold & Silver Jewel6 wk class-$90 ry, Gold & Silver Coins, $100 Non-Residents Military Items, Swords Beginners - 6:15pm & Bayonets, Helmets & Novices - 7:15pm Patches, Medals & UniPre-Reg online or call forms, Pocket Knives, Chesh. Park & Rec at Lighters & Pipes, Foun203.272.2743 9-4 tain Pens, Mechanical AFTER 5pm Call Pencils, Fraternal Order INSTRUCTOR Items, Religious Items, Bruce 203-715-1489 Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, NaCovering tive American Items, Central Connecticut Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, since 1867 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

More ways to move your business forward RJ Media Group RJ Media Group means world class marketing solutions for your local business. No one covers more customers in your area. And no one offers more ways to reach them.

To see how RJ Media Group can make your business more successful, contact Jim Mizener at 203.317.2312 or jmizener@rjmediagroup.com

thecheshireherald.com

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

CROSSWORD ANSWER

SUDOKU ANSWER

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

PROVIDE A SERVICE? Get Found. List it here.

R247854 v2

Wanted To Buy

GROW YOUR BUSINESS Advertise with us. 203-235-1661

A24

Southington & Plainville Citizen | southingtoncitizen.com

Friday, June 10, 2022

Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned

Home Improvements

Junk Removal

GARY WODATCH

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

Carpentry

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

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

Junk Removal Electrical Services TEC ELECTRICAL

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

Gutters

GUTTERS DON’T WORK

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

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

Landscaping CALL OR TEXT GARY WODATCH 203.605.2189. Senior, Hedge & tree trimming. Vet, 1st Responder Disc. Trim overgrown propServing CT. We haul your erties. Calls returned. #620397. 860.558.5430 trash not your cash!

Covering Central Connecticut since 1867

Landscaping

203-238-1953

Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results. Painting Wallpapering

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

Yalesville Construction #1 PAINTER’S EDGE #1 PAINTER’S EDGE MOBILE WASH Chem- Specializing in all phases Ext. & Int. Painting. of residential & icals safe for house & Sheetrock.Popcorn Recommercial roofing. pair. Wallpaper Remv’l. plants. House wash, roof Senior citizen discount Decks. 25 yrs exp. Free cleaning, decks. 25 yrs. Insured Free est. exp. Sr Disc. #0656136 est. Sr. disc. #0656136. 203-265-5200 Ins. 860.538.5520 Ins. 860.538.5520 HIC#0631937 A-1 QUALITY POWERWASHING Tree Services Low Rates GARY WODATCH - Tree Call Dennis Removal. All calls re203.630.0008 turned. CT#620397 SPRING CLEANUPS Quick courteous serTree Removal, Fence POWER WASHING vice. 860-558-5430. Work & more! Is Spring Cleaning on No job too small or THE OUTSIDE large. 860.719.3953 FREE Estimates CustomColonial #569127 Call Kevin Painting.com Since ‘99 203-440-3279 Lic’d 0630904 & Ins’d Masonry Senior Discount ALEX MASONRY - 30 yrs. Warranty. Financing exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, 860-306-0270 Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. Find litters of critters 203-232-0257 or 203Specializing in tree 596-0652 in Classifieds. removal, trimming, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.

Looking for a friend?

POWERWASHING

IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRING Yard Clean-Ups Paving Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc ROADS OVER 28 YEARS EXP 3” WE CAN REMOVE DRIVEWAYS $2.95 ASPHALT Stonewalls, patios, ANYTHING PARKING LOTS PER SQ FOOT FREE sidewalks, chimneys, SUB DIVISIONS Entire house to ESTIMATES pool areas, fireplaces, 1 item removed! fire pit steps, all types FREE ESTIMATES SEALCOATING $0.25 PER SQUARE FOOT of masonry work. Free Sr. Citizen Discount est. (860) 274-4893. LIC & INS. Plumbing DUMPSTER RENTALS W. BOOBER MASONRY 203-535-9817 Over 35 Years Experience FRONTLINE PLUMBING All Types of Masonry - Plumbing repairs & CT License #626708 replacements, toilets, (203) 235-4139 tubs, sinks, showers, 30 yrs exp., 100% free quotes. #0286296-P1. Moving and Storage Bob 203-213-0691.

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

Roofing

250582V3

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

Roofing

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.

Res. & Comm. Painting & Powerwashing Lic. HIC 0665617. Ins. (203) 578-6284 (475) 559-8507

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

Power Washing

203-558-8019

Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071 Cell:203.510.3830 Stormshieldct@gmail. com HIC.0664452

GROW YOUR BUSINESS Advertise with us. 203-235-1661

Call Monday thru Friday 8:30AM - 5PM

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

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006 ROOFS “R” US - Local for 50 + year. Family owned. Owner Navy Vet. Call 203-427-7828 HIC#640689.