Southington/Plainville Citizen

New owners reopen Fratelli’s

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

The new owners of Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant have reopened after renovations and a menu refresh.

David and Bruno Carabetta decided to sell the business after starting the MeridenWaterbury Turnpike restaurant in 1989. The Carabettas

closed the restaurant in June, saying it was time to retire after so long in the restaurant industry.

Hector and Jose Delgado run Flair Restaurant as well as Mix Fine Cakes & Pastries, both in downtown Southington. The father-son duo knew the Carabetta brothers as fellow restaurateurs and began discussions about

buying Fratelli’s when they heard the brothers were looking to leave the restaurant business.

Jose Delgado hopes people will try the new Fratelli’s and doesn’t expect patrons to be disappointed.

“We’re going to put love in every single dish,” he said.

Saturday,Aug.25and26.

Plainville balloon festival draws crowd

By Kate Ramunni Record-Journal staff

PLAINVILLE After a three-year absence, the Plainfield Fire Company’s Hot Air Balloon Festival re-

turned Friday and Saturday, Aug. 25 and 26, drawing large crowds of people anxious to see the balloons launch.

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Plainville Library book sale set to return

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By Grace McFadden Special to

The Citizen

The Friends of the Plainville Public Library will host its annual book

sale Sept. 8 and 9. They are currently accepting donations of books, CDs, and DVDs in good condition

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Jose Delgado, co-owner of Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant, stands by the bar of the newly renovated business at 837 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike in Southington, Monday, August 21. Delgado and father Hector also run Flair Restaurant as well as Mix Fine Cakes & Pastries,bothindowntownSouthington. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

A crowd gathers to watch hot air balloons take flight at the Hot Air Balloon Festival held in Plainville on

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Southington council appoints deputy town manager

By Jesse Buchanan Record-Journal staff

(Editor’s Note: This story was not run in-full in last week’s edition of The Citizen. We apologize for the mistake.)

SOUTHINGTON Southington will have a deputy town manager following the appointment of attorney Alex Ricciardone in a partyline vote.

While Town Council members of both parties praised Ricciardone’s work, Republicans supported the appointment while Democrats opposed it. Democrats objected to someone being proposed for the deputy town manager position without a broader search and without more time for deliberation.

Private practice to town corporation counsel

Ricciardone is the town’s corporation counsel and handles the majority of the town’s legal work. He was appointed assistant town attorney in 2019 and town attorney in 2021.

The town attorney represents the Town Council and isn’t a town employee. The corporation counsel, a position created last year, oversees all other town legal matters, advises boards and commissions and is a town employee.

Lou Martocchio replaced Ricciardone as town attorney, a part-time position.

Martocchio and Ricciardone worked together at the Martocchio & Oliveira law firm.

Ricciardone holds the rank of captain in the Air Force Reserve and processes court -martials and discharges. He’s been practicing law since 2010.

Ricciardone described the appointment as a formality since he’s already been performing many of the deputy town manager duties.

“I have had excellent conversations with almost every Town Council member since the meeting (of both parties) and they all expressed their confidence in my role going forward,” Ricciardone said. “I look forward to continue serving the citizens of Southington with the support of the Town Council.”

Resurrecting an old position

Town Manager Mark Sciota said the position of deputy town manager will include all the legal and advisory work Ricciardone is already doing. In addition, it’ll include some administrative leadership of the town.

That mix of responsibilities is nearly identical to the job description that Sciota himself had from 2006 to 2017.

The presence of a town lawyer on a board or commission can help avoid lawsuits and provide legal guidance when making decisions.

Ricciardone has already been attending Planning and Zoning Commission meetings, Sciota said, and this position just makes official much of what’s already been taking place.

Sciota didn’t speculate on whether this move set Ricciardone up for the town manager role some day.

“Working with me will give him some administrative training,” Sciota said. “It’s the Council that picks the next manager, not me. This certainly would give him ad-

ministrative experience, which will assist me.”

Debate over process

Republicans hold six of the nine Council seats. With an election looming, Council chairwoman and Republican Victoria Triano said she wanted to settle the deputy town manager position before the campaigning season began.

“I want this to be done prior to the craziness that running for office can hold,” she said. “I wanted this to be clean and clear Alex has done a tremendous job. The town manager has endorsed him.”

Paul Chaplinsky, Council vice chairman and a Republican, said while the appointment was a Council decision, Sciota had recommended Ricciardone.

“This is a position that is basically the number two or the right-hand person for the town manager. I would say who better to know who’s best for this role than the town manager,” Chaplinksy said.

Democrats, however, wanted a broader search and and more time for deliberation.

“This is a major position for our town. It was added to the agenda and now we’re voting on it quickly tonight,” said Chris Palmieri, a Democratic councilor. He asked if there had been any internal job postings or interviews to fill the position.

William Dziedzic, a Republican councilor and an attorney, said when filling a normal town employee position, that would be the process.

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Barnes Museum events coming in September

The Barnes Museum has announced its new events for September. Registration is required on our website thebarnesmuseum.org/calendar.

Join us on Sept. 6, at Kinsmen Brewing for History Pints from 7 to 9 p.m.

History Pints is a captivating and immersive historical program that delves into the fascinating legacy of the Clark Brothers Bolt Factory and the surrounding community of Milldale. Learn about the pivotal role the

factory played in shaping the region’s growth and prosperity, and how its innovations contributed to the development of Milldale as a vital industrial center. Must be 21+ to attend. ID will be checked at door. Program is located in Clark Hall inside Kinsmen Brewing 409 Canal St., Plantsville. This event is free and open to the public. $10 donation suggested.

On Saturday, Sept. 9 and 23, join us for our Downtown Southington Historic Walking Tour from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Starting at the Barnes Museum, this guided tour takes place on North Main Street from Merrell Avenue to slightly past Berlin Av-

enue. Learn the history of some of the buildings and monuments along the way through the eyes of the Bradley, Barnes, and adjacent family members. Some attractions include the Town Green monuments, First Congregational Church, Town Hall, The Elks Club, etc.

Registration is required on our website. This event is free! $10 donation suggested.

Escapism Productions is excited to partner with the Barnes Museum to create an original historical drama set in the early 20th century, and greatly influenced by the spiritualism of the era. Come and explore the House and the story in this unique production. We are waiting for you to escape with us. Registration required. Join us on Sept. 22, 23, 29, and 30, for EX TENEBRIS. This performance takes place in the early 20th

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century as you join the fictional guests of the Royce household. Registration is required and tickets are $45 per person. You can register here https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/extenebris-an-edwardian-immersive-possession-dramatickets694403528647?aff=oddtdtcreator

Movie Night on the Lawn is BACK and better than ever! Join us on the grounds for a screening of "Some

Like it Hot" starring Marilyn Monroe on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Gates open at 8:30 p.m. The screening will begin around 9 p.m. Bring a blanket, chair, and anything else you need for a cozy night on the lawn. We recommend ordering takeout from nearby restaurants, including Masago Sushi, less than 500 ft from the museum grounds. Tickets are $5 at the door. Registration is not required.

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For more information & to register, visit southingtonsoccer.org Registration for Spring 2018 Season

Adult Programs

Tuesday, Sept. 5, at noonLunch and Laughs. Join Liz Chubet, Adult Program Coordinator, for a social hour and fun activity. Activities vary by month. Bring your lunch and we will provide bottled water and coffee. This month we will have Holly Hansen from Wheeler Clinic present on selfcare.

Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 5:30 p.m. BELONG Acrylic Pour Class. This month create an original piece of art using the acrylic pour method.

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This is a very fun method of using paint and there is always a great result! This class is designed for our adult neurodiverse patrons.

Friday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m. The John E. DeMello Sr. Veterans

Coffee Hour at the Calendar House. Veterans, please join us for a relaxed and informative coffee hour at the Calendar House, 388 Pleasant St. Socialize with your peers, share stories, and receive information about beneficial services. Drop-in; registration not requested.

Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 1 p.m. Your Life, Your Legacy with DellaVecchia Funeral Home. This seminar will be about developing a plan before we decease. Liz Cole from DellaVecchia Funeral Home will cover financial protections, service options, funeral goods, and what information to have readily available for your family. They will also instruct participants how to protect themselves and their family from making impulsive, grief-based decisions, and so much more. There will also be ample time for Q&A. Reg-

istration is required.

Thursday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m. BELONG Travel to France with the SPL. Travel to France with the SPL! You will take a virtual trip to France with your tour guide Liz Chubet. You will learn a few facts about France while listening to French music and sampling French snacks. Your trip will also include your very own passport and souvenir! This class is designed for our adult neurodiverse patrons.

Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. T-Shirt Scarf Class.

Create stylish scarf made from a t-shirt! Materials will be supplied but feel free to bring a t-shirt from home so you can make 2! Registration is required. Registration will start Sept. 13.

Thursday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m. Music with John Brighenti. Come enjoy John Brighenti on keyboards and Lou Provenzano as his vocalist. Registration required.

Children’s Programs

Farmers Market Storytime Fridays, Sept. 1, 8, 22 and 29 at 4 p.m. on the Southington Town Green

Kids of all ages, and their favorite adults, are invited to join us at the Farmers Market on the Southington Town Green each Friday for some fun, fresh, and fairly silly stories. Together we’ll read, sing, and dance our way through the afternoon with a fresh batch of fun.

Town of Southington Veterans Monument Project

The Town of Southington Veterans Committee is looking for your help. In our efforts to update the existing WWII, Korea and Vietnam Era monument located on the Town Green, we are asking for assistance from the community.

The plaques on the monument have some misspellings and omissions of names that we would like to remedy during this time. The committee is asking the public to help us with any of these issues. If you have a family member that is not currently on the monument or whose name is misspelled, contact the office by leaving a message at 860276-6299 or email us at veteranscommittee@southington.org. We will assist you. The criteria to be met for

Veterans to be added to this monument is that the “Home of Record” on the Veterans DD-214 must be Southington. You can find the application for “Southington

Wartime Veterans Monument Update” on the Town of Southington website southington.org under the Veterans Committee (located under the government tab). There will also be hard copies available at the Southington Public Library and Town Hall for your convenience.

Chorale rehearsals

Southington Festival Chorale will begin rehearsals for their winter concert on Sept. 11, at the First Lutheran Church, 232 Bristol St., from 7 – 9 p.m.. No audition required. For more information contact Southingtonchorale@gmail.com or 860689-7901.

John LeBeau

Announced as Fall Health Expo’s Keynote Speaker.

The 11th Bi-Annual New England Passport to Health and Wellness EXPO keynote speaker will be John LeBeau, INHC, an orthomolecular researcher, integrative nutrition health consultant and holistic practitioner.

His keynote topic, Covid-19, Vaccines and Controversies – Find Your Truth, will offer information and solutions for the multiple health issues facing the public.

The EXPO take places Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bristol.

His lecture will take place in the Atrium at 1 p.m. with a Q&A following the presentation.

You can reserve seating on EventBrite at

EventBrite.com/e/Passportto-Health-and-Wellness-Expo-Keynote-Speaker-Lecture-Tickets-698158239087.

The expo will feature speakers on the half-hour, over 75 vendors and readers, free raffles all day, and a grand prize of a Hilton overnight stay with breakfast for two, as well as a free sound healing event from 4-5 p.m.

A free event to the public with advance tickets available on EventBrite.com.

All door proceeds will be do-

nated to the Children’s Health Defense New England Chapter.

For more information, call Shirley Bloethe at 860-9890033, email YourHolisticEvents@gmail.com or visit YourHolisticEvents.com. Location: The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton, 42 Century Drive, Bristol.

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Children’s Programs

Paws and Pages Book Club

Saturday, Sept. 9, at 10 a.m. at Factory Square

Kids ages 5-7, and the favorite adult, are invited to join us for our newest reader program Paws & Pages, Saturday, Sept. 9. This month’s book is The Critter Club: Amy and the Missing Puppy by Callie Barkley!

Paws & Pages is designed to incorporate a simple book

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discussion, some physical movement, and a related project as part of a fun and sneakily educational experience!

To sign up, stop by the Children’s Services desk at the Library any time from until Sept. 1 to pick up your copy of the book.

For more information, give us a call at 860-628-0947 Ext. 3.

Two-gether Tales

Mondays at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. at the Southington Pub-

lic Library. Two-gether Tales is a storytime intended for 2 and 3 year olds, with their favorite adult and siblings. It is held Mondays 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. This storytime meets for four dates starting Sept. 11 and continuing Sept. 18, 25, & Oct. 2. Though this class meets on each date twice, children may only register and attend one time slot.

Once you have signed up, your child is registered for all 4 classes. To sign up, stop at the Children’s Services Desk, or go to the online calendar, find the first day of the class you wish to register for (either 9:30 or 10:30 on Sept. 11), and click the register button. Please register each child separately.

Read, Rock & Rhyme

Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. at the Southington Public Library

Read, Rock & Rhyme is a storytime intended for 0 to 23 month olds, with their fa-

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vorite adult and siblings. It is held Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. This storytime meets for four dates starting Sept. 12 and continuing Sept. 19, 26, & Oct. 3. Once you have signed up, your child is registered for all 4 classes.

To sign up, stop at the Children’s Services Desk, or go to the online calendar, and click the register button. Register each child separately.

Budding Bookworms

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. at the Southington Public Library. Budding Bookworms is a storytime intended for 3.5, 4 & 5 year olds. It takes place Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Children must be ready to attend this class independently while caregivers remain in the library.

This storytime meets for four dates starting Sept. 12 and continuing Sept. 19, 26, & Oct. 3. Once you have signed up, your child is registered

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for all 4 classes. To sign up, stop at the Children’s Services Desk, or go to the online calendar, and click the register button. Register each child separately.

Crochet Club

Tuesdays from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Southington Public Library.

Children 10-14 can join Miss Jasmine during Crochet Club to learn crochet basics, learn to read patterns, work on projects together, and discuss the process of making and selling crochet items.

Already crochet? Come and join the fun!

The Crochet Club will take place every Tuesday beginning Sept. 18 until the end of the school year. We will revisit the date and time when summer starts! No one is required to stay the full two hours! These hours just opens it up to those with other activities going on. Hope to see you there!

Email Miss Jasmine at cedenoj@southington.org with any questions or she can be reached at 860-628-0947 Ext. 3.

Weather Wednesday: Painted Apple Basket

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Athletes are at a higher risk of experiencing sports injuries due to the physical demands of their activities. However, regular chiropractic care can be an effective way for athletes to prevent and manage sports injuries. Chiropractors can assess and treat musculoskeletal imbalances and misalignments that may increase the chance of injury. They can also provide guidance on proper technique, conditioning, and nutrition to optimize athletic performance and prevent injury. Additionally, chiropractors can use a variety of techniques, such as spinal adjustments, soft tissue mobilization, and rehabilitation exercises, to help athletes recover from injuries and return to their activities safely and quickly Ultimately, regular chiropractic care can help athletes achieve their goals and enjoy their activities for years to come.

Athletes put it all on the line every single day. The truth is that the risk of an injury needs to be on your mind at all times when you’re an athlete. Chiropractic care offers a natural and beneficial way to help insulate your body against sports injuries caused by overtraining, falls, or collisions. Please call 860-621-2225 to schedule an appointment. We are located at 200 Queen St., Southington.

P.S. Chiropractic care can help athletes as well as weekend warriors increase their range of motion and improve flexibility.

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Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 11 a.m. at the Southington Public Library.

Children ages 18 months-4 years can get their hands messy with Ms. Sarah with a fun Painted Apple Basket Craft!

*Allergy Alert-we will be using real apples*

Join us for our monthly inperson Weather Wednesday program where a weather/ seasonal-themed craft is made.

To sign up, stop by the Children’s Desk at the library beginning Wednesday, Sept. 13.

For more information, call the Children’s Department at 860-628-0947 Ext. 3.

during library hours. Held at the library, the sale will run from 12-6 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For the last two hours on Saturday, attendees can purchase a bag full of books for $3.

To prepare for the sale, volunteers will work for about a week and a half preparing the Chase Auditorium. One such volunteer is Kari Burgess, the assistant director of the Plainville Public Library. In her capacity as a library staff member, Burgess is responsible for giving the organizers books the library is discarding. But Burgess also volunteers to prepare for the sale.

“We start, set up all the tables, bring in all the books, and then we sort it all by categories,” Burgess said.

The sale will include everything from mysteries to cookbooks. At this time, however, they are not ac-

cepting donations of textbooks, reference books, encyclopedias, computer books, VHS, or cassettes. The sale was held twice annually prior to the pandemic, but paused in 2020. Now, the sale is held once a year. The Friends of the Plainville Library also have a book nook stocked regularly with used books to purchase in the library. Burgess has a tip for both new and returning attendees of the book sale.

“(We) only take cash or check. We’re still a little old school that way,” Burgess said.

All proceeds from the event will go to the Plainfield Public Library. For Burgess, the highlight of the sale isn’t just supporting the library.

“My favorite part is just seeing all the people who come to the library who may not come here regularly and seeing what we do,” Burgess said.

More information can be found at plainvillect.com/library.

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The restaurant’s dining room and bar were renovated and new tables, chairs and other furniture added. The new look goes along with a new menu, which has some of the old classics with small changes as well as new dishes altogether.

Jose Delgado listed some of the menu items: beef meatballs over creamy polenta, veal parm with penne alla vodka, linguine with clams, chicken piccata and a “ very tender” 24-oz pork osso bucco.

“It’s a very small menu – it’s only about 18 items – but we make everything here,” he said. The smaller menu lets them keep good quality control on all the items and allows better preparation.

Opening Fratelli’s also meant expanding their team of employees.

“We expanded our team a lot. We have a lot more people. We definitely can’t do it ourselves,” Jose Delgado said. “My dad and I will be here in the beginning a little bit more, (but) we’re not going sprinting between Flair and Fratelli’s.”

The restaurant will be open Monday through Saturday

from 4-8:30 p.m.

Barbara Coleman-Hekeler, Greater Southington Chamber of Commerce president, was at Fratelli’s for a soft open two weeks ago. She was impressed with the Delgados’ entrepreneurial drive and their skill in the kitchen.

“They know the restaurant business super well,” she said. “It makes a difference when you know how to operate a business and also have a good quality product

to put out.”

Coleman-Hekeler expected the new Fratelli’s to be a hit and urged people to make reservations before going.

“I do think it’s going to be superbly popular,” she said.

“It’s absolutely beautiful. I love the intimate, elegant dining that’s in there.”

The Carabettas bought the Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike property in 1986 and spent the next few years building the restaurant,

Hector Delgado, left, (seen in blue) prepares to snip a ceremonial ribbon next to son Jose along with family and members of the Southington Chamber of Commerce at Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant in Southington, Monday, August 21.

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which they opened two and a half years later. Even though retired, their mother Elena Carabetta was often at the restaurant helping make food, bringing her boys lunch or just spending time with them. The name of the restaurant, which is “brothers ” in Italian, referred to the family nature of running the eatery.

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Matthew Stewart

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SOUTHINGTON -

Matthew Stewart Ramsay, 89, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and formerly of Southington, Connecticut, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 25, 2023. He was born in Medford, Massachusetts, to the late Colin Ramsay and Pearl McElroy Ramsay and grew up in Arlington, Massachusetts. Stewart graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a degree in Animal Husbandry. He met his first wife, Sylvia Lewis, while they were both students. They were married in 1956 and had three sons, Todd, Mark, and Peter. After graduating from college, Stewart served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Alaska. Following his military service, he returned to Southington and worked on the Lewis Family Farm. In 1972, he transitioned from General Manager to Farm Owner and ran it until his retirement in 2008. Stewart was a passionate farmer and community leader. He served on numerous boards and committees, including the Connecticut Pomological Society, the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, the Town of Southington Inland Wetlands Commission, and the Southington High School Agricultural Advisory Board. Stewart was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was known for his sense of humor, love of life, and dedication to his family and community.

Stewart is survived by his two sons, Mark Ramsay and wife Maria, and Peter Ramsay and wife Rachel, both of Southington; four grandchildren: Matthew John Ramsay (Lisa), Meghan Ramsay (fiancé Devin Lowe), Morgan Ramsay and Sophie

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Ramsay, and greatgrandson, Elijah Ramsay. In addition, he is also survived by his brother, Colin Ramsay of Venice, FL, and his best friend and companion, Maxine Lardiere of Myrtle Beach. He had many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Stewart was predeceased by his first wife and the mother of his children, Sylvia Lewis Ramsay, his son, David “Todd” Ramsay, and his second wife, Marjorie Clark Ramsay. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Stewart Ramsay’s name to: Southington Future Farmers of America, Agriculture Science and Technology Southington High School 720 Pleasant Street Southington, Connecticut 06489 (860) 628-3229 ext. 11415. A service to celebrate the life of Stewart Ramsay will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church, 581 Meriden Ave., Southington, CT 06489. A burial with military honors will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Southington. There are no calling hours. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences and directions, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.

Janet L. Thayer

Janet L. Thayer

SOUTHINGTON Janet

L. (Demmons)Thayer, 58, of Southington, passed away unexpectedly at her home onWednesday, August23,2023. Shewasthe lovingwifeofPaulM.Thayer for 27years and the proudmother oftheironly son, Jake M. Thayer. Janet wasborn onFebruary14, 1965in Wallingford,tothe late John Sr.and Lucia (Sweeton) Demmons. She graduated fromMark T. SheehanHigh Schooland wentontoearnherAssociate’sdegree fromCharter OakState College.Janet worked atNortheast Utilities for25 yearsand was currently working as an Executive Assistantat ESPN in Corporate Citizenship. For thelast 10 yearsat ESPN,sheloved herjoband the people she felt lucky enough to work with; especially KevinMartinez and Hudson. Janetloved

SOUTHINGTON - Janet L. (Demmons) Thayer, 58, of Southington, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. She was the loving wife of Paul M. Thayer for 27 years and the proud mother of their only son, Jake M. Thayer. Janet was born on February 14, 1965 in Wallingford, to the late John Sr. and Lucia (Sweeton) Demmons. She graduated from Mark T. Sheehan High School and went on to earn her Associate’s degree from Charter Oak State College. Janet worked at Northeast Utilities for 25 years and was currently working as an Executive Assistant at ESPN in Corporate Citizenship. For the last 10 years at ESPN, she loved her job and the people she felt lucky enough to work with; especially Kevin Martinez and Hudson. Janet loved spending time in the yard, volunteering for Special Olympics and at Bread for Life, and walking her dogs, Benson and Logan. She was also an avid Red Sox and New England Patriots fan. Janet was beautiful, kind, caring; she will be deeply missed. In addition to her husband Paul and son Jake, Janet is survived by her sister, Virginia Saunders Foote and husband Gary of Asheville, NC, 2 brothers, John L.

spending time in the yard, volunteering forSpecial Olympics and at Bread for Life, andwalking herdogs, Benson andLogan. She was also anavid Red Sox andNew EnglandPatriots fan.Janet wasbeautiful, kind, caring; she will be deeplymissed. Inaddition toher husbandPauland son Jake,Janet issurvived by her sister, Virginia Saun-

ders Foote and husband Garyof Asheville,NC,2 brothers,John L.Demmons, Jr., ofPlainville and Steven Saundersand wife Janice ofColchester, VT andmany niecesand nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Elizabeth Jakiela. Inlieu of flowers, donationsin Janet’s memory may bemade to Bread for Life, PO Box 925, Southington, CT 06489 (https://southingtonbreadforlife.org/). A memorial service willbe celebrated at 11:00a.m. onSaturday, September 2, 2023at the Plantsville Congregational Church,109 ChurchSt., Plantsville. Thereare no calling hours. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted withhandling the arrangements. Foronline condolences and directions,please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.

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Demmons, Jr., of Plainville and Steven Saunders and wife Janice of Colchester, VT and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Elizabeth Jakiela. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janet’s memory may be made to Bread for Life, PO Box 925, Southington, CT 06489 (https:// southingtonbreadforlife. org/). A memorial service will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Plantsville Congregational Church, 109 Church St., Plantsville. There are no calling hours. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences and directions, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.

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Notice of Retirement

Dr. Leo M. Veleas, DPM wishes to notify any of his patients who have not received a letter that he will retire from office practice on August 31, 2023.

Southington Foot and Ankle Dr. Steven F. Massucci, DPM and Dr. Samuel G. Kellner DPM will be taking over the practice.

American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 hosts Comedy Night

The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, located at 64 Main St., will be hosting Comedy Night Saturday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m.! The show features comedians Gina D,

Dave Sheehan and John McClellan. Advance tickets are $20 and available online at tickets.kiltonicpost72.org or at the post lounge. Full Tables of 8 are available for $150. Tickets at the door are $25. Proceeds from the show will be used to support the programs and services that the American Legion offers. For more information on the

show, please contact Post Commander, Jason Cap at 860-305-3673 or email jcap@ kiltonicpost72.org.

40th reunion

The Southington High School Class of 1983 will celebrate its 40th reunion on Oct. 7, 6 p.m., at Hawk’s Landing Country Club. Tickets are $65. RSVP to shs1983classreunion@ gmail.com.

Hall of Fame

Entering the Plainville Sports Hall of Fame this year are Christie Matteo (Class of 1992), Brian Sparks (Class of 2000), Todd Pagano (Class of 2001), Vito Barbagallo (Class of 2003) and Desiree Pina (Class of 2008).

The 2008 Plainville High School baseball team will also be inducted and longtime director of athletics John Zadnik will be presented

Obituaries

with the Distinguished Service Award.

The induction dinner will be held Sept. 30 at The DoubleTree by Hilton in Bristol. For additional information, visit plainvillesports.com, find the Hall of Fame on Facebook, or contact Phil Cox (860-250-6484) or Mike Bakaysa (860-573-8015).

Renters rebate

State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits.

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SOUTHINGTON - Lois M. (Gemmell) O’Hala, 91, of Southington, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at her home. She had been the loving wife of the late Richard “Rit” E. O’Hala for 68 years. Together they created a foundation of love and support for their children, their spouses, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Lois was born on August 13, 1932 in Middletown Springs, VT, to the late Thomas and Mary (Gallant) Gemmell and had been a longtime Southington resident. Lois is survived by 5 children; Laurie Plourd and her husband Russ of Southington, Gary O’Hala and his wife Teresia of Wallingford, Nancy Nardi and her husband Tom of Southington, Reverend Steven O’Hala of Davie, FL and Julie Emond and her husband David of Guilford, VT and 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations

Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program.

Renters rebate applications are accepted between April 1 and Oct. 1. Visit portal.ct.gov/OPM.

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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.

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SOUTHINGTON Lois M.(Gemmell)O’Hala,91,of Southington, passedaway peacefullyon Tuesday,August 22,2023 ather home. She had beenthe loving wife of the late Richard “Rit”E.O’Halafor68years. Togetherthey createda foundationofloveandsupportfor theirchildren,their spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lois was bornon August 13,1932 inMiddletown Springs, VT, tothe late Thomas andMary (Gallant) Gemmell and had been a longtime Southingtonresident. Lois is survived by 5 children; Laurie Plourd and her husband Russ of Southington, GaryO’Hala andhiswifeTeresiaofWallingford, Nancy Nardi and her husband Tom of Southington, Reverend Steven O’Halaof Davie,FLand Julie Emondand herhusband Davidof Guilford,VT and 9grandchildren and8 great-grandchildren. Inlieu of flowers, donations in Lois’s memory may be made to WJMJ Radio, 15 Peach Orchard Road, Prospect, CT 06712-1052 (https://www.ortv.org/ WJMJ/wjmj.htm). A Mass ofChristian Burialwascelebrated at the Immaculate Conception Church. Plantsville FuneralHome has beenentrusted with handlingthearrangements. For onlinecondolences, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at the Immaculate Conception Church. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www. plantsvillefuneralhome. com.

Lois M. O’Hala

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Balloon

From A1

“We have been waiting for this,” said Bristol resident Phil Cooper, who had his three children in tow as they made their way over to the balloons Saturday afternoon. His youngest, two-year-old Paul, was not even alive when the fire company held its last festival before the pandemic.

In addition to the balloons, the festival at Norton Park featured a car show, fireworks, and an arts and craft show.

For a brief time Friday, the firework show was in doubt because of the forecast for rain, but it ended up a go, albeit a half an hour earlier than the original 9:30 p.m. showtime.

Southington resident Christie Bradley said she came out both days because she wanted to see both the fireworks and the balloons launched.

“ I just love this,” she said Saturday. “It’s good to see so many people have come out.

I really missed it when they didn’t have it.”

Her boyfriend Ted said that it was the balloons that he came to see.

“Someday I’m going to go up in one but I haven’t had the opportunity yet,” he said.

“It must be amazing to go up so high and look down on everything.”

kramunni@record-journal.com

Since

From A2 Manager

He said an appointment for deputy town manager, a twopart role created by town ordinance, was different.

Democrats moved to table the motion but were outvoted by Republicans who saw no reason to delay a vote on Ricciardone’s appointment.

“I can look any voter in the eye and say this appointment is a solid appointment,” said Tom Lombardi, a Republican councilor. “We’re not going to find a better candidate. We all know this. We have a

prime candidate ready to go. He doesn’t need to fill out an application.”

Val DePaolo, a Democratic councilor and an attorney, said her party’s objections didn’t have anything to do with the work Ricciardone has done but rather how town residents would see the appointment.

“I don’t think it shows fairness. I think it shows that we’re just trying to do this quickly,” she said.

Five Republicans voted for Ricciardone’s appointment and three Democrats voted against it. Dziedzic abstained from the vote.

Wellness expo

A Health and Wellness Expo will be held Sunday, Sept. 17, noon to 4 p.m., at VFW Post 574, 7 Northwest Drive, Plainville. Crystals, essential oils, candles, art, jewelry, books, and much more.

Back to school

Plainville Adult and Continuing Education will offer evening programming, free of cost, this fall in the following areas: Adult Basic Education (Math and Read-

ing/Writing), Adult High School Credit Diploma Program, Citizenship Preparation, English as a Second Language, and GED Preparation. Adult enrichment (fee-based) programs will be available, too. For details, call 860-793-3209 or visit plainvilleschools.org.

Autism walk

The Benhaven Walk for Autism will take place Sunday, Sept. 24 at North Haven High School. The event features a 2-mile

walk, live music, games, food and refreshments, Touch-a-Truck, a raffle, and more. Nearly 500 walkers are expected to raise well over $60,000 for Benhaven, a private, not-for-profit agency serving people of all ages and with diverse needs. To learn more about the walk, visit jbsports.com. To learn about donating or fundraising, email jody@jbsports.com or call 203-4815933

Education foundation

The Southington Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in 2009 to support enriching and creative initiatives in education. Learn more by visiting southingtoneducationfoundation.org.

Shredding fundraiser

The Cheshire Lions Club has planned its annual paper shredding event, Saturday, Sept. 23, 9 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot behind Cheshire Town Hall, 84 South Main St. (off of Wallingford Road). Prices for shredding: boxes (24 inches by 15 inches), $10; larger sized boxes, $15. There is no box limit. No paper clips, please.

The shredding will be performed on site by ProShred of Wallingford. For peace of mind, you may observe your paper items being shredded. Also, the Lions will be collecting used eyeglasses and hearing aids.

LEGAL NOTICE

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PLAINVILLE, CONNECTICUT

The Town of Plainville Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at the Plainville Municipal Center, One Central Square, Plainville, CT to consider the following item:

1.Public Hearing for American Recycling Technologies, INC (PZ 07-23 #28) special exception to locate multiple structures on one lot in (14 Farmington Avenue) in a GC Zone

Information is available for public inspection in the Planning Department. 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 on August 15, 2023. R263595

LEGAL NOTICE

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PLAINVILLE, CONNECTICUT

The Plainville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing(s) on Monday September 11, 2023, at 7:30 pm to hear and consider the following application(s):

FAIRBANKS STREET

Reconsideration of Application #23-06-01 Michael Pelton, 57 Fairbanks Street, Plainville seeking a variance to Article #1 Residential Zones, Section 1.03 Dimensional Standards, Sub-Section C Maximum Building Limitations - Maximum Lot Coverage 30% to install a 12-foot pool which would cause the lot coverage to exceed 30% at a property known as 57 Fairbanks Street.

CHAPMAN AVENUE (ORRIN AVENUE)

Application #23-07-04 AMCO Development LLC, Avon, CT seeking a variance to Article 6 Special Standards, Section 6.01 Non-conforming Lots - construction of a single-family house with no frontage on a public roadway for a property identified as Map 37, Block A, Lot 08.

Plainville, Connecticut

this 24th day of August 2023

Peter Autunno, Chairperson Plainville Zoning Board of Appeals R263900

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ELECTRIC UTILITY DISTRIBUTION SUPERINTENDENT

The Town of Wallingford is offering an excellent career opportunity for a strong manager and leader in the electric utility industry to oversee the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution systems and related facilities of the Town’s Electric Division. This highly reliable municipally-owned electric utility, located 10 miles from New Haven, CT, serves 25,000 customers in a 50+ square mile distribution area with a peak demand of 130 MW with an excellent rate structure. Applicants should possess 8 years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, and operations which includes at least 4 years of experience as a supervisor, plus a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (power), or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. Must possess, or obtain within 12 months of hire and maintain Connecticut Valley Electric Exchange (CONVEX) Switching and Tagging certification. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Connecticut Driver’s License. Salary: $102,810 to $131,545 annually plus on-call stipend when required. The Town offers an excellent fringe benefits package that includes pension plan, paid sick and vacation time, medical insurance, life insurance, 13 paid holidays, and deferred compensation plan. Applications may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page and can be mailed to the Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492, or emailed to: wlfdhr@ wallingfordct.gov by the closing date of September 29, 2023. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE

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METER READER

Reads electric and water/sewer meters on assigned routes and records finding utilizing automated or manual systems and equipment, Requires graduation from a high/trade school with one year of full-time post high school employment experience. Must have a valid State of CT driver’s license. $24.44 to $30.95 per hour plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply to: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Fax #: (203) 294-2084. Closing date will be September 6, 2023 or the date the 50th application is received, whichever occurs first. EOE.

PREMIUM SCREENED

A-1 SERVICE - Is what you will receive from me when purchasing your Old Costume & Fine Estate Jewelry. Napier, QVC, ETC, Jewelry Wanted! “I Pay Top Cash For Your Grandma’s Costume & Fine Jewelry Stash!” I’ll come to you. Julie, 203.443.9602.

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

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.

ANTIQUES WANTEDComic books, toys, adv. signs, military items, motorcyles, mini bikes, etc. All items considered, appraisal & estate sale services, incl. clean-outs. 40 years exp. Call or text, Gary at 203-237-4124.

TOP CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models.

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Part-Time, Afternoons And Weekends. Apply At Norton Brothers Fruit Farm, 466 Academy Road, Cheshire. Ask For Phyllis . Top Soil . Compost . . Wood Chips . FOR SALE. Catering to small deliveries. Call Bob (203) 415-0723

HELP WANTED - Full time Machine Operator, grinding carbide. Will train. Apply in person to Century Tool, 260 Canal St., Milldale, CT 06467, M-F, 7-3:30 P.M. 860-621-6748.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

Needed for Southington/ Meriden/Berlin/Rocky Hill - Must be 21yrs or older and possess a driver’s license for at least 3yrs – Paid training to acquire CDL license and endorsements available –

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION

Screened Topsoil $30/ per yd; 2.5” screened gravel, $18 per yd; Sand$18 per yd; Millings-$22 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-9824819 for delivery

TOPSOIL $30/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819

BUYING ALL - Costume Jewelry, Old Watches, Gold Jewelry, Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Sterling Flatware, In Any Condition. Please Call Jude M. Dichele @ (203) 8681816.

BUYING MACHINIST

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

GRASSY HILL AUCTIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Connecticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: Antiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical Instruments (Saxophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old Postcards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver Jewelry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uniforms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Fountain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Winchester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Native American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Autographs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience. Grassy Hill Auctions 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com

PREMIER ESTATE JEWELRY - Is interested in buying your fine jewelry, watches, coin collections, silver flatware, and costume jewelry. Call Bill, (203) 4942496.

BAR BELLS - BO; Lg Bureau w/mirror $30, table, AC, lamps, all BO and Ford (2) 15” rims, $30. 203.213.2821.

TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149

1, 2, 3 CASH FOR YOUR ANTIQUES & JEWELRY - Call Todd Shamock at 203-494-1695.

TIMELESS TREASURES ESTATE AUCTIONSIs looking to purchase estate contents. From single items to entire estates. Clean-out ser-

CHIHUAHUA PUPPY3-month-old male, intact, UTD on vaccines. $700. Call Fred 203676-4538.

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

CARPENTRY

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

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REPAIRS - Decks, porches, sheetrock, taping, bath & kitchen remodels, finished basements. Call Erik, 203.592.4242. HIC 0565857.

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

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2023

Friday, September 8th & Saturday September 9th

Rain Date: Sunday, September 10th

Bartlem Park • Route 10, Cheshire

Friday, September 8th:

Food trucks start at 5 pm.

Performance by “The Zoo” at 7-9pm.

Saturday, September 9th:

Vendors & Crafters 10am-4pm • Car Show 10am-3pm Food Trucks 10am-9pm • Fire Works at Dusk

Saturday, September 9th

Farmers Market

Music | Local Businesses | Crafters

Premier Sponsor

Hot Air Balloon Rides from 9-11am on Saturday provide by ReMax Rise at the Parks and Recreation Building

$20donationsuggestedwithfundsgoingtotheChamber. Ridessubjecttotheweatherandoperatorsdiscretion.

Kiwanis will be having a inflatable zone 11am-7pm

$5 for all ages

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