Town Times - March 5, 2021 by Record Journal

www.towntimes.com

Volume 27, Number 10

Friday, March 5, 2021

Fasano looks back on career By Nadya Korytnikova Town Times

In January, Len Fasano officially left his role as a senator of the 34th District, a job he held for 17 years. Pictured at left is The Red Barn at Mount Southington. At right are The Fire at the Ridge igloos. Francesca Fontánez, Special to Town Times.

Powder Ridge, Mt. Southington offer fun off the slopes as well By Francesca Fontánez Special to Town Times

there’s much more to enjoy.

Glistening slopes aren’t the only draw of the two Central Connecticut ski areas. While both feature some incredible ski and snowboard trails,

the Ridge. The staff will work with your pod for maximum comfort during the visit.

Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort located in Middlefield, offeres a wide array of dining options During my family’s visit, our server for guests to enjoy. The “don’t miss remained outside our igloo and this” feature is definitely the outdoor dining igloo experience at The Fire at See Ski, A8

The 61-year-old Republican lawmaker said he knew “in his heart and soul” it was time for him to retire and give someone else a shot. “I think I probably would have been successful in the elections to come, but I feel like you have to do this job at 110 percent and if you can’t, then you need to step down and let someone else do it,” said Fasano. Fasano was first elected to the state senate in 2003. He said he is proud of the work See Fasano, A9

Wellness Coalition helps community thrive By Browyn Commins Special to Town Times

You have seen the billboards, the Facebook posts, and those large circular stickers that remind you to “Stick to Kindness.” Perhaps you have driven by the Middlefield Community Center and caught a glimpse of a yoga session on the front lawn. These are all part of your Local Wellness Coalition efforts. Established by

Miccinello

Otte

Durham-Middlefield Family and Youth Services, the Local Wellness Coalition has supported the well-being of residents in Durham and Mid-

Kalinowski

Francis

dlefield for nearly a decade. Middlefield First Selectman and coalition board member Ed Bailey said, “A community

Sinusas

Bailey

like ours can appear on the surface to be thriving, inclusive and free of social ills. Yet when we look below the surface, our communities face

Dean

The seven people pictured at left are staff and executive board members for the DMLWC.

the same issues as say larger communities that seem to have obvious problems. We See Wellness, A6

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

SCENES FROM THE TRAIL w w w.linosmar ke t .com

NOW AVAILABLE BARREL CURED CORNED BEEF

MEAT SPECIALS USDA Beef Butt Tenderloin (Avg 3-4lb)...............................$10.99lb USDA Choice Sirloin Steak........................................................$5.99lb Store Made Sirloin Burgers....................................................... $4.99lb Store Made Italian Sausage (10lb Bag).....................................$1.99lb Store Made Chicken Sausage (2lbs or More)...........................$2.99lb Meatloaf Mix.................................................................................$3.99lb Ground Pork.................................................................................$2.99lb Country Style Pork Ribs.............................................................$1.99lb Pork Cutlets...................................................................................$1.99lb Chicken Thighs (Bone-In)............................................................$.99lb

DELI SPECIALS

9am - 5pm (please call ahead)

Keller American Cheese.............................................................$3.29lb Land O Lakes American Cheese...............................................$3.89lb Domestic Ham..............................................................................$3.29lb Boar’s Head Black Forest Ham..................................................$7.49lb Carando Genoa Salami...............................................................$5.99lb Martin Rosol’s Veal Loaf............................................................$6.49lb Wunderbar German Bologna....................................................$1.99lb Carolina White Turkey Breast................................................. $4.99lb Boar’s Head Barbecue Chicken Breast.................................... $8.49lb Store Made Roast Beef.................................................................$9.99lb

Monday - Friday 7-6pm • Saturday 7-5pm Closed Sunday

Swordfish.......................................................................................$9.99lb Fresh Clams.................................................................................. $4.49lb Calimari 2.5lb Pkg....................................................................$10.99ea

860-349-1717

472 MAIN STREET • DURHAM, CT

Please place catering orders in advance!

CURBSIDE ORDERS AVAILABLE

Photos courtesy Troy Turner

Letters Policy

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

Executive VP & Publisher — Liz White Notarangelo News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Nadya Korytnikova Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli Vice President of Advertising — Jim Mizener

NOW ACCEPTING EBT CARDS

We reserve the right to limit quantities. We are not responsible for typographical errors. Expires 3/10/21.

Spprriinngg iiss S roru ounndd rigihgthtaA oronrneerr..!. tRhtehecC REALLY!

Central Connecticut Lawn Service GrassRoots Lawn Care

Residential and Commercial “Big enough to do it right, small enough to care”

Rick, Dave & Gary DeGroff

Our 31st year in business! Ask our loyal customers – We provide outstanding customer service and products at affordable prices.

Our Lawn and Tree & Shrub Programs offer: • • • •

• • • •

Fertilizing Applications Lime • Drill Seeding Tree & Shrub Pruning Flea & Tick Control

Organic Programs Grub Preventative Core Aeration Bed Weed Control

• • • •

Insect Spraying Anti-desiccant/Dormant Oils Deer Repellant Crab Grass Preventative

* Border Patrol - Keep ants & insects out of your home with our excellent Foundation Spray * Mosquito Spray - with so many Mosquito & virus concerns, you’ll love this service!

Central Connecticut Lawn Service 176 White Oak Drive • 860-829-2306

visit us at www.centralctlawnservice.com or ccls1@comcast.net

228221

Email letters to news@towntimes.com; mail to 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 or fax to 203-639-0210. Town Times will print only one letter per person each month. Letters should be no more than 300 words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so Town Times can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday to be considered for publication that Friday.

FISH SPECIALS

R238952

Troy Turner of Durham shared these two photos of the Mattabesett Trail that he and his friends have been hiking each weekend a section at a time. The group has two more sections left to complete the 62-mile journey, which often begins at 5:30 a.m. each Sunday.

Member Berlin Chamber of Commerce & proud sponsors of many community, high school and civic events Pre-payment discounts DEP Reg. #B-0971

31 Years and Still Growing!

ADVERTISING: Joy Boone — Media Consultant (203) 317-2313 | advertising@towntimes.com NEWS / SPORTS: (203) 317-2245 | news@towntimes.com

Town Times (USPS 021-924) is published weekly by 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: Record-Journal 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

KEEP IT FREE

Keep the Town Times delivered for free to your home. Powder Ridge is Proud to Support the Town Times

The Town Times publication is required by the US Post Office to validate that each household is interested in receiving delivery of the Town Times to their home. For over 25 years we have been dedicated to providing local news and advertising content directly to each home in Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall. We are hoping that you value this exclusive content enough to lend us a quick hand. We realize your time is valuable, so let us offer you thanks in advance as well as acknowledge how much we appreciate your assistance.

Core Club is Proud to Support the Town Times

DEB VYNALEK Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort is the first full service year-round urban mountain sports park and resort in CT, features skiing, snowboarding, tubing, mountain biking and synthetic snow adventures for all ages. The 225-acre facility is centrally located in the heart of Connecticut. Also visit Fire at The Ridge restaurant & Tavern!

POWDER RIDGE PARK 99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT (860) 349-3454 powderridgepark.com

Scan the QR code with your smartphone

Help us out by going online now to verify your home address. Scan the QR code below with your smartphone, visit us online at:

myrecordjournal.com/ TTrequester

or call us at 203-634-3933 to have a postage paid card mailed to you, to fill out and mail back to us. R238430v3

Core Club & 24/7 Gym LLC is conveniently located in the Adams Commons in Durham, CT. What truly sets Core Club apart from other fitness clubs is our friendly atmosphere, cleanliness and obsession with the member experience. We are the only true 24/7 facility in the area. We are locally owned and operated.

CORE CLUB 350 Main Street Durham, CT 860-349-9100 coreclubllc.com

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Local gift shops offer specialty goods By Francesca Fontánez Special to Town Times

Perrotti’s Country Barn & Christmas Shoppe, located at 288 Baileyville Road, Want to explore your options in Middlefield, was estabfor supporting local family lished in 1999. This chic, owned and operated gift eclectic shop features both shops? Check out these four internationally recognized central Connecticut estabbrands as well as some local lishments next time your in to New England. While the need of retail therapy. The entire shop offers a lot to see owners all expressed a paswhen it comes to decor, sion for their craft and dedi- make sure to check out the cation to their customers.

“Nutmeggers” section, complete with Connecticutthemed throw pillows, mugs, and a host of other knickknacks. If you’re in the market for a more upscale gift, this spot is for you. Next up on this shopping tour is the award-winning Wild Wisteria located at 331 Main St., Durham. This vibrant gift boutique, offers a sensory experience with items such as signature aromatherapy treatment and breathtaking floral displays.

R234083

See Gift shops, A8

MIDDLEFIELD Apartment for Rent

• Cutting edge technology 141 Coe Avenue, • No charge for the initial exam Middletown, CT • Elite Preferred Invisalign provider • Orthodontics for children and adults • Come see why the difference is CLEAR

R238911

2 bedroom, on second floor, $975.00 per month, includes heat and hot water, no dogs, no smoking indoors, 2 months security plus one months rent. CALL 860-982-3000

Floral displays at Wild Wisteria, 331 Main St., Durham. Francesca Fontánez, special to Town Times

www.conroyortho.com | (860) 347-4618

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

CALL THE 237230 79928-01

TUB MAN

Lic

We offer tub and shower conversions

ur In s

ed, L

ic # 2 8 2 9 31

3,000

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

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

237019

0118cm

Matt’s Pro Plumbing

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

OPINION

What’s so special about this month?

So I figured this year I would

I am so excited. I seem to have no control over this. And though I will not be having birthday lunches with my friends – again – there is more to do this time around and I will be doing all I can fit in. In my head there is already a running list. Workshops, a session in the rock salt cavern we have in town, a walk on the beach, shopping at Borrowed Time Emporium, a Reiki session, buying espe-

cially scrumptious food. And, of course, my annual checkerberry soda on my Special Day, to round out the activities. It will be good. Most important is the vow I make to myself as I kick off

this new year for myself – to be happy. To commit to my well-being, every day. You’d think I would have gotten on that long ago. Oh, I have tried, believe me. But I have “fallen off the wagon,” time See Birthday, A13

103333R

I kept my upbeat attitude for most of the day, but come evening I could not help but feel a bit disappointed. I had always saved this day for a flurry of activities. There had been no flurry.

be more nonchalant. Oh, but it was not to be. I got through a good portion of February with a modicum of calmness, but all of a sudden it hit me like a ton of bricks. It is almost Birthday Month!

234358

I should probably apologize up front. I really thought I was going to make it this year. I was going to sail right through Birthday Month (March) with nary a word about it. This year I was going to spare you my overthe-top enthusiasm for it. I know that over the past years I have droned on and on, usually starting in February, and by the time the Big Day (the 29th) rolls around you are probably sick of hearing about it. Besides, with the way things are these days, I figured what is there

to be excited about. Last year - not to feel too sorry for myself – was a bit of a bust. The world had shut down and there was no place to go. I will make the best of it, I told myself, in one of my more transcendent moments. And I was truly delighted with all the birthday calls. So many wellwishers. What a blessing to be so loved.

William J. Witkowski, D.M.D. 360 Main Street P.O. Box 177 Allan A. Witkowski, John Zyzo, D.M.D. D.M.D. Durham, CT We will submit claims to all insurances

860-349-1123

238897 R238548

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Wellness

yoga sessions.

Dr. Michael Kalinowski said, “This group works together and unites behind the may not have the same scale shared mission of promoting of issues, but we have the health and wellness in our same breadth of issues.” towns, especially focusing on the well being of our For instance, during this youth and adolescents. This pandemic, the coalition has is a group of compassionate, worked to make related fun, hard-working, and crechallenges more manageable ative members who make with offerings such as the work a pleasure.” lunchtime Zoom meetings, informational presentations Board member and clinical on stress and drug use, and social worker Karen Otte

From A1

said, “The coalition distributes educational materials on building children’s self-esteem, and signs of anxiety and depression; we fund speakers for information nights a few times a year to address parents’ concerns.” If you work from home and long for adult conversation, the coalition hosted Zoom coffee breaks in December, and these sessions may have helped you get through the rest of the day. The challenges of winter may have been eased by a Valentine’s Day kit, a game night, an outdoor scavenger hunt or a webinar on raising kids. These are all options the coalition brought to the community.

Selectperson Laura Francis said she is “proud to be part of this talented, caring and important organization. Staff and board members play a vital role of staying abreast of emerging health and wellbeing issues and keep the community informed.”

impact. “Cigarette use alone is down to a 3% level from a 10% level over this time frame (since the coalition was established).”

Strong School guidance counselor Rebecca Sinusas talked about the dedication the group has “to putting toThe coalition can “identify gether incredible prevention needs, trends and impacts, of- activities.” As to the coaliten before they are noticed by tion’s work with RSD13, she said, “We really have an others,” Frances said, adding that organization has the abil- amazing partnership and ity to “play matchmaker and could not do many of the connect resources, volunthings we do without them.“ teers, organizations and othBailey said, “The bottom line ers to make our community is the DMLWC is providing more resilient, educated, resources and programs to healthy and happy.” keep our youth physically and mentally healthy. For First Selectman Bailey gave an example of the coalition’s that we are fortunate.”

R225123

Quality Homecare for Seniors

24 Hour Live-In Services

Hourly Personal Care Assistants

Homemakers and Companions

Adult Family Living Program

Care Plus Technology & Services

203-634-8668

R225209v1

290 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT

www.assistedlivingct.com CT REG. 0000124

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Mental health program receives grant Community Services, Inc. has been providing housing, support services and clinical treatment to individuals with mental illness throughout Middlesex County since 1968. Gilead offers a continuum of services to foster recovery. These services include general psychiatry and therapy for individuals and families as well as more intensive comThe MHRC is an integrated munity-based case manageand centralized program to ment programs and on-site help connect the community residential programs. For into important resources for formation about Gilead, supporting their mental call Lucy McMillan at 860health and well-being. Gilead 301-6634 or visit us at our

website at www.gileadcs.org The mission of the Community Foundation of Middlesex County is to improve the quality of life for the people of Middlesex County now and in the future by developing endowments, making grants that have impact, and assisting donors in meeting their philanthropic objectives. Our interests are your interests, including animal welfare, arts and culture, health and social services, education, history, the environment, civic improve-

ments, recreation, and economic security and opportunity. We welcome conversations with good people who

want to do great things. For more information, contact us at 860-347-0025 or info@ MiddlesexCountyCF.org.

A Specialty Floral and Gift Boutique

Spring Open House Saturday, 11th -5 Saturday, March 6th Saturday,March March 8th• •10 • 10–5 10-5 Find everything you need to make your house come alive this Spring! 331 354 Main St. Durham (860) 349-1550 Like us on Facebook

239041v2

Gilead Community Services, Inc. recently announced that it has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation of Middlesex County to support its Mental Health Resource Center program through partially funding business consultation for strategic planning and sustainability.

Catholic Cemeteries Association is making it easier than ever to pre-plan your cemetery arrangements Why pre-plan? • It ensures your wishes are carried out • It is the greatest gift you can leave your family and loved ones • It locks in your pricing, without being subjected to price increases in the future

Catholic Cemeteries Association is making it even easier with our March specials! $150 off two graves

$500 off the purchase of a mausoleum crypt

$750 off tandem crypt

*Call one of our Family Service Advisors today for more details! For Pre Need purchases only. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Offer expires 03/31/2021 R238979

All Saints Cemetery, North Haven 203-239-2557 | Mount Saint Peter’s Cemetery, Derby 203-735-8026 Saint Lawrence Cemetery, West Haven 203-624-3980 | Saint John’s Cemetery, Wallingford 203-237-3226 Sacred Heart Cemetery, Meriden 203-237-3226 | CCACEM.org

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Ski From A1

passed our meals in through the flap to maintain social distance. An order of tableside s’mores, complete with personal fire, provided a unique ending to the meal. As for non-eating activities at Powder Ridge, some lesser-known winter capers include snow biking, snow tubing, and a Kids’ Snow Zone. This activity does not require a reservation (though one is suggested), and can be done alone or in groups. Additionally, on select dates the facility hosts “Interstellar Nights”, which consist of music, laser light displays, and coursing adrenaline as you barrel down the hill in the dark. Each venue can accommodate private events in one of their rustic private areas, so if you’re looking for a unique backdrop for your next celebration give either ski area a call. Local slopes offer plenty of entertainment, with or Tableside s'mores at The Fire at The Ridge. without skis.

Francesca Fontánez, special to Town Times

Tubing at Powder Ridge. Francesca Fontánez, special to Town Times

For non skiers or aprés ski, at Mt. Southington Ski Area, in Southington, head straight to The Red Barn. First check out local souvenirs found at the cozy gift shop located

Gift shops

Hand-blown glass friendship balls at The Gift Box, 131 Main St., Meriden. Francesca Fontánez, special to Town Times

inside, then move on to the hidden gem – the food. Here, many of Southington’s favorite flavors come together in one place. From a brick

oven pizza truck and taco shack, to the dining experience of The Mountain Room and Patio, there’s something for every palate.

Dorothy DiBenedetto, shop owner, is happy to show shoppers around, “We apFrom A4 preciate the support from everyone who comes in. Mother-daughter team TamThat's what makes us able to my Gullo and Alyssa Rajcula stay open,” DiBenedetto operate the shop and have said, adding she’s grateful worked throughout the panfor the holiday shoppers but demic to continue to provide also hopes people remember for their customers needs. that The Gift Box is open Gullo said her parents throughout the year. owned a store for 28 years, so entrepreneurship runs in The Crafty Toolbox, 930 Old the family. On what makes Colony Road, Meriden, is an their shop remarkable, she artist’s dream come true. said, “It’s fun because it’s al- This bohemian shop opened ways changing,” a reference during the pandemic with a to the many themed displays main purpose of supporting featured throughout the local creatives during year, which rotate to reflect the COVID era. Featuring the current season. over 40 local artisans, this shop that began as a “holiHeading to Meriden, The Gift day pop up” is here to Box, 131 Main St., features stay. This veteran-owned unique gifts and New Engbusiness plans to hold its of- The Connecticut Section of Perrotti Country land crafters’ wares that apficial grand opening event Barn, 288 Baileyville Road, Middlefield. peal to a variety of shoppers. on April 10. Francesca Fontánez, special to Town Times

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Fasano

Looney advocated for several bills that helped make prescription drugs more affordable and improved transparency for patients, protecting them from unexpected medical billing.

From A1

he has done for Connecticut and the 34th District, which encompasses East Haven, North Haven, Wallingford, and Durham. The things he was able to accomplish during his tenure include legislation that benefited veterans, helping block Broadway Energy from building a natural gas facility in Long Island Sound, and helping adopt a bipartisan budget.

Len Fasano represented the 34th District for 17 years. Jessica Hill, Associated Press

tionship and how government taking over health care would be a bad thing,” said Fasano. “With those goals in mind, I was able to work with Sen. Looney and make sure people have a choice of health care.”

Fasano was also heavily invested in mitigating healthcare-related issues, an interest Fasano worked to make for which he said he derived from his father, a New Haven Connecticut the second state in the nation to implement a family physician of 50 years. statewide screening program “He always talked to me to test all newborns for a geabout how we need to pronetic brain disorder. Additect the doctor-patient relationally, he and Sen. Martin

“Transparency in health care is really important,” said Fasano, who also co-created and co-chaired Connecticut’s Bipartisan Round Table on Hospitals and Health Care. “People need to know the cost of the health care they are getting, and make sure it’s affordable by keeping tabs on how much hospitals

and doctors are charging.” Fasano said he will miss his time in office. He thanked his constituents for giving him a chance to represent them and said that his legislative position helped him grow as a person. “When you leave the office after serving for so many years, you are a different person,” said Fasano. “I would argue that you are a better, more well-rounded, more articulate person. That’s what my district has done for me and it’s more

than I ever did for it, and for that, I’m eternally grateful.” Looking down the road, the former state senator said he hopes to get back into public policy-making but, in the meantime, he will oversee his businesses. Fasano is the president and founder of Fasano, Ippolito, Lee, & Florentine, a law firm with offices in New Haven and Branford. He also owns a tennis club in East Haven. nKorytnikova@record-journal.com 203-317-2444 Twitter: @n_korytnikova

SUDOKU 239013

William J. Lema, D.M.D.

PRIVATE TOURS

Serving Durham & Middlefield for 26 Years

William J. Lema, D.M.D. Accepting New General Family Dentistry Patients • Children & Adults

will be offered March 13th & March 20th every 30 minutes between 10am and 3pm

State of the Art Dentistry in a Caring, Small Office Atmosphere

General Family Dentistry • Children & Adults & Evening Appointments Available State ofSaturday the Art Dentistry in a Caring, Small Office Atmosphere Cosmetic BondingAppointments Available Saturday & Evening Regular Hours:

Email middlefieldcc@gmail.com to schedule a private tour or with any questions!

Emergencies

(860) 349-7006

Root Canals

(Near Powder Ridge Ski Area)

Regular 9am–6pm FillingsHours: Tues–Fri 6 Way Road, Middlefield William J. Lema, D.M.D.

William J. Lema, D.M.D.

6 Way Road, Middlefield (near Blackbird Tavern) 860-349-7006

Treat yourself to a

R236769v1

R238953

Gum Therapy

9 am-6 pm • Cosmetic BondingTues.-Fri. • Gum Therapy Crowns & Bridges • Crowns & Bridges • Dentures & Repairs Dentures & Repairs • Emergencies • Fillings • Root Canals

390 Main Street Middlefield, CT 06455

860-349-0202

middlefieldchildrenscenter.com

Bright White Smile!

Come in for: • Dental-Assisted Teeth Whitening • Porcelain Veneers

• Crowns & Bridges • Esthetic Bonding

CALL FOR A COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION

R238915

860-349-3368 Dr. Jason Glazer • Restorative, Cosmetic & Preventive Dentistry • 16 Main Street, Suite 303, Durham, CT • (860) 349-3368 • GlazerDental.com

A10

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

PET ADOPTION

SPONSORED BY

55” LG UHD TV!

BIG GAME CHALLENGE FIRST PLACE TV WINNER!

TIMOTHY LINDSEY

+ K LAMAY’S STEAMED CHEESEBURGER & DOUBLE PLAY CAFE GIFT CERTS

1,000,000

TO SIGN UP SIMPLY GO TO:

MYRECORDJOURNAL.COM/

HOOPS

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 E EE RF Experience. Basement Waterproofing Services Yard DrainageF•R Over 36tesYears Combined s e t Egress •and dna ssergE 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. Basement Finishing gnihsiniF tnemesaB

Brilliant Basement HIC. 0653192 • CALL US

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

860-598-8091

* written details available upon request

www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com moc.gnifoorpretawtnemesabtnaillirb D801038_V3

PLUS... COMPETE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN

Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpreta

R230320

LOCAL PRIZES INCLUDE

Brilliant BasementtnemesaB tnailli

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

860-598-8091 HELP KEEP 1908-895-06 Coming to your home or business 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. secondstreet.com/Town-Times-Request. 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 Town Times to your home or business, will end.

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

R237819

COLLEGE BASKETBALL BRACKET CHALLENGE!

Roxanne is a 10 year-old, female, domestic short hair, calico cat. Roxanne lived in a home with an elderly woman who passed away. She is very confused and sad without her loving owner. She doesn't know why she's at Cat Tales and would love to be adopted ASAP. She needs to be the only pet in the home. Roxanne loves to be brushed. She is a very sweet kitty. See more of Roxanne on the web at Basement Waterproofing Services secivreS gnifoorpretaW tnemesaB http://www.CatTalesCT.org/cats/Roxanne, contact Cat Tales Over 36 Years combined experience. . e cneirepxe denibmoc sraeY 63 revO by phone at 860-344-9043 or email info@CatTalesCT.org. Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps, , s p m u P p m uS ,*eetnarauG nettirW elbarefsnarT Watch our TV commercial: https://youtu.be/Y1MECIS4mIc.

3 V_ 8 3 010 8 D

FILL IN YOUR BRACKET

Friday, March 5, 2021

A11

R238769v5

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Lyman Orchards announces events

Library Durham Public Library

Lyman Orchards has announced the following upcoming events at its 7 Lyman Road, Middlefield venue. For more information go to www.lymanorchards.com.

Hours. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Wednesday, 2 to 8 p.m. Curbside pickup is available by request.

March 7 – Sugaring Sunday and a pancake breakfast party.

Book talk (Zoom). Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m. “The Yellow House” by Sarah M. Broom. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.

March 14 – St. Patrick’s Day Brunch with Irish fiddler Liz Raymond. March 14 – Selection Sunday event at 1741 Pub & Grill March 22 – DMFYS trivia event @ 1741 Pub & Grill for area high school students and familes.

Movie talk (Zoom). Tuesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Oscarwinning film “The Apartment.” Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.

Cocoa & Crafts. Pick up March 15 to 20. A fun craft and some cocoa to enjoy at home. Ages 8 to 12. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.

Museum Magic (Zoom). Art & Location with the Guggenheim. Wednesday, March 10 at 5 p.m.

Dungeons & Dragons (Zoom). Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Grades 7 & up. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.

Explore pieces of art and discuss with museum’s staff. For elementary-middle school students. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.

Beginning March 1, in addition to Park 'n Pick Up (which is located in the library's upper lobby), 15 minute appointments will be available to browse and check out items or to use the computers.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Trees to Tables LLC

l e g a l

Custom live edge tables, river tables, trestle bases and other wood pieces from local trees.

s e r v i c e s

Joseph E. Fournier, Esq. 238155v2

r237068v2

Business Law | Employment Law Estate Planning ( Wills / Trusts/ Probate)

Main Office: 64 Thompson Street, B101, East Haven, CT 06513 860.670.3535 | info@jeflegal.com | Jeflegal.com

Call 860-349-3857 or email (levicoelibrary@gmail.com) to schedule an appointment.

Visit us on Facebook

Allan Poole 860-250-6742  Bob Mueller 860-638-7976

LET IT SNOW. And let us dig your business out. Commercial snow removal services you can count on. Call Randy Whitehouse, 860-349-1904.

WHITEHOUSE CONSTRUCTION INC. R237212

Durham, Connecticut | CT Lic. #554559 R236330_V2

860-349-1904 | whitehouseconstructioninc.com Snowplowing Paving Gravel Driveway Restoration Top Soil Retaining Walls Drainage Septic Systems Excavator, Backhoe + Dozer Work Light & Heavy Hauling

1289953 102794R

R232135_V2

INTERIO

R232134v2

Kitchens • Baths • Drywall • Painting • Ceilings • Flooring • Interior • Doors

860-719-1917

DECKS...JUST DECKS

mimsoil.com R238980_V2

R234347

1283529

Order online:

Demo • Repair • Rebuild Thomas Chiari | 203-915-8037 | thomasbchiari@gmail.com

MIMS OIL 203-238-7512

A Division of TBC Enterprises

Licensed and Insured. Lic #0640050

Update. The library has reverted to Park 'n Pick Up only. No appointments will be available. You are still able to place holds, pick up holds and other items in the upper lobby, access eBooks and eAudio, use your card at other libraries and access programs on social media.

CALL FOR TODAY’S LOW PRICE

See you in the Spring!

Pressure Treated • Composite Decking Hidden Fasteners • Vinyl Railing Systems

The Levi E. Coe Library’s Book Sale is ongoing, sponsored by The Friends of Levi Coe Library. New items are still being added. Stop in anytime during library hours, Monday-Thursday 12 to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. As always, there is something for EVERYONE! Masks and social distancing are required!

Contact the library: 860349-3857, levicoelibrary@ gmail.com.

DESIGNS • INSTALLATIONS • RENOVATIONS

lindajoneshomeimprovements@gmail.com HIC 644311

Lic# PL204680

Levi E. Coe Library

R235472

A12

24 Hours/7 Days 50 gal. delivery

ENERGY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE H.O.D. 7 225630

Town Times | towntimes.com

TR E E M A N ,

No Job Too Small or Large

LIMITED GENERATORS IN STOCK - 20KW WINTER IS HERE! LIMITED GENERATORS IN STOCK - 20KW DON’T BE CAUGHT WITHOUT POWER! Some sizes available for immediate install.

WINTER IS HERE!! CALL

Used & reconditioned generators also available. Kohler and Generac can be ordered. Call for pricing on a complete install, generator and transfer switch.

Commercial • Residential • Industrial • Licensed • Insured

All

DON’T BE CAUGHT WITHOUT POWER!

"Electrical Construction Built on Quality" “ N o J o b To o S m a l l ”

Joseph W. Fontanella

It’s the business tool you can’t afford be Connecticut’s besttovalue without! in office space! Receptionist Receptionist High-Speed High-SpeedInternet Internet Conference ConferenceRooms Rooms

860-349-7000 (860) 349-7000

First Month’s Rent FREE!

Lic.# E1-123497

860-349-0303

Specializing in Removing Large Trees in Small Spaces • Expert large tree and limb removal • Crane, bucket and climbing service • 24 hour emergency service • Logs also available for delivery • Locally owned and operated with 20 years experience

65 offices 65 OFFICES fromfrom $300-up $350-up 231385

6 Way Road, Middlefield www.excutiveofficesmfid.com www.execoff.com

APEC ELECTRIC

urpose SomePsizes available for immediate install. Electrical Used & reconditioned generators also available. Kohlers and Generac can also be ordered. Contractor Call for pricing on a complete install, generator and transfer switch.

Residential & Commercial CT Lic. Arbor # S-5765

Executive Offices Executive Offices 6 Way Road, Middlefield

860-349-5449

R237398

Available 365 Days a Year Large Take Down Specialists #1 Customer Satisfaction

WE DO GREAT WORK ALL THE TIME Bucket Truck Service Chipper Service Stump Grinding Storm Clean-up Skilled Climbers FREE ESTIMATES 203-758-0261 Ed Brashe, Owner/Operator LICENSED • FULLY INSURED

R238518_V2

We Work Year Round!

R237399v2

cell 860-539-5879 office 860-349-8029 email petethetreeguy@yahoo.com Insured Arborist Service Lic. #S-5428

Family Pest Control LLC “Our family serving Your family”

Locally Owned and Operated Since 1977

R238918v2 R238680

Wallingford: (203) 265-7328 Toll Free: (800) 269-0948 www.RidOfBugs.com

Connecticut Business License # B-2045

Town Times

www.FuelOilHeat.com

CAHILL

...serving Durham, Middlefield & Rockfall

Joy Boone, Advertising

CAHILL SEPTIC SERVICE EST. 1965

500 South Broad Street • Meriden, CT 06450 203-317-2313 • Fax 203-235-4048 advertising@towntimes.com

R227009

Zoom exercise classes. Held Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Call 860-349-7121 to register.

E TH

860-349-8868

Senior meals. Senior meals are available for pick-up Monday after noon. Seniors wishing to receive a meal should call 860-349-7121 by Wednesday each week.

336 Main Street Durham, CT

PARTS STORES

129826R 1287233

Community Center

AUTO PARTS

Like when I had a birthday party for my older son when he turned seven. Being in a Betty Crocker/Martha Stewart frame of mind at the time, I decided to make a cake instead of buy one. It did not go as planned, to say the least. For reasons that I could not explain, the cake came out of the oven extremely lopsided. One side hosted a large hill. Ryan cried and I felt awful about

DURHAM

102752R 1289927

Of course, there was the occasional glitch.

So I am going to try, with all my might, not to talk about my birthday again, for another year. Besides, I am sure that you have March 29 circled on your calendar.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Somehow, though, the promises I make to myself always get the extra “umph” they need during Birthday Month. I am much more inclined to revamp and upgrade myself. The energy is there for me, like it doesn’t seem to be the rest of the year. When my sons were growing up I met their birthdays with the same enthusiasm. Birthday boy did not have to go to school, and we did whatever he wanted throughout the day. He had total control of the TV, got whatever birthday meal he wanted for supper, and got to sit in the front seat of the car. That last one was really big, as anyone with more than one kid knows. I made so much of their birthdays that I think, to this day, they are surprised that the mail runs and the banks are open.

this anniversary of my arrival on the planet, I am resetting and tweaking. Because this is my own personal spring. I am revived and renewed, at least for the time being. Also, I love getting presents.

R238519v2

and time again, what with the state of current events, and sometimes the state of my own current events.

A friend that I grew up with, who does not give a fig about his birthday, asked me why I love mine so. Because I am welcoming in the winds of change, for a better life and a better me. Because, in

A13

• Septic tank cleaning • Septic systems installed & repaired • Sewer drain cleaning • Portable restroom rentals

270 MAIN STREET, MIDDLEFIELD • 860-349-8551

R236331_v2

From A5

it. But life does like to surprise us. His friends almost came to fisticuffs over who would get the lump. Which just goes to show that things that look awful might just turn out to be wonderful.

R238666_V2

Birthday

Friday, March 5, 2021

A14

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Legal Notices & Classifieds

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

CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.

TOP PRICES PAID

For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. Please call Mike @ 203284-8562 8am-5pm.

Help Wanted

DRIVERS

FT / PT, Clean CDL, Class A, Flat Bed Experience a plus, sign on bonus. Apply: J R Christoni, Inc., 108 Blacks Road, Cheshire, 203-265-0921. GEREMIA GREENHOUSE - Is looking for greenhouse workers to ship seasonal plants. Previous experience is not necessary, but helpful. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends. Apply in person Monday-Friday, from 9am to 12pm, at 415 Barnes Road, Wallingford, CT.

PROPERTY MAINTAINER,

SHEET METAL MECHANICS, APPRENTICES & HELPERS

Steady work, good benefits. Call for interview. 860-828-3762.

Classifieds Open 8:30–5

Waterbury Area Imagineers: Rentals, Monday thru seeking 32 hr/wk Property Maintainer to support two properties; Oxford Friday. Call Us. and Middlefield. Minimal one-year of property maintenance experience, reliable self-starter, organized with an attention to detail and able to work independently. Oversee all work orders and ensure accuracy & timely WELDER/ completion, maintain FABRICATOR inventory & equipment, Custom Sheet Metpreventative mainteal Fabrication, light nance, janitorial services, landscaping and minimal structural, min 5-10 yrs experience, steady work, snow removal. Must good benefits. Call for have own reliable transportation. Medical/Den- interview. 860-828-3762 tal, PTO, Holidays, 401K. Medical Help WantResume to dzimber@ ed imagineersllc.com MEDICAL ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST - 30 SEEKING - E-1 and E-2 hrs per week in a small Electrician. Also, 3-4 ophthalmology office, year Apprentice. Benfast paced, willing to efits, Vacation & Retiretrain. 860-621-4412. ment. 203-272-9521.

203-238-1953

Help Wanted

Delivery Routes Available Newspaper Delivery

$400-$600 every 2 weeks+ Tips (Depending on area)

Routes available in the following towns: MERIDEN • WALLINGFORD • SOUTHINGTON CHESHIRE • MIDDLETOWN • DURHAM Make extra cash before you go to work making early morning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. NO experience necessary.· Must be able to deliver early mornings, 7 days a week starting at 2:00a.m. MUST be dependable, able to read a map and 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, Long Term Contracts.

Call Vinny @ 860-846-6399

before 11 a.m. and start tomorrow

HILL AUCMERIDEN - 3 BR, 1 BA, GRASSY 2ND FL., laundry rm TIONS, - an Estate in apt, oil heat, $1,200 Sale, Liquidation, Attic mo. + sec. 203-641& Basement Cleanout Company is Always 6755. Buying and providing services all over ConRooms For Rent necticut. These are just a FEW of the things MERIDEN - Clean, Safe we are looking for: AnRoom. 203-605-6522. tiques, Collectibles, Utils & fridge incl. Share Old/ Vintage Toys, MuKIT/BA. Parking. $135/ sical Instruments (Saxwk + security dep. ophones, Trumpets, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets, Pets For Adoption Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising WANTED - Young calico Items, Wristwatches kitten for elderly lady, (Broken or Not), Pocket call 475 343 2682. 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, Wanted To Buy Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, 1,2,3 Items or an Estate Matchbox & Hot$$$ CASH $$$ wheels, Barbie’s, Folk Todd Shamock Art, Statues, Bronzes, Estate Sale Service Trains, Cameras, Mid Costume Jewelry, Century Modern FurAntiques, Dolls, Toys, niture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Paintings,Meriden Items Items, Comic Books, 203-494-1695 Sports Cards & AutoAARON’S BUYING graphs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please Old Machinist Tools, give us a call at your Lathes, BenchTools, earliest convenience. Hand Tools & more. Grassy Hill Auctions (203) 525-0608. 203-868-1816 - Grassy HillAuctions.com ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Interested in Classified Vintage Electronics, Musical InstruAdvertising? Call Us. ments, Amps, Ham Equipment, HiFi, Radios, CB, Guitars, Audio Equipment, Antiques. 860-707-9350

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

203-238-1953

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$15 per yd; Millings-$10 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; Clean Fill $8 per yd: $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery

Sporting Goods and Health PISTOL PERMIT - Certification, for groups of 4 or less, masks req’d, 1 session only, $140. (203) 415-1144.

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

CONNECT TO US SOCIALLY

facebook.com/ recordjournalnewspaper

twitter.com/ Record_Journal

Lawn and Garden

PREMIUM SCREENED TOPSOIL

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

instagram.com/ recordjournal

Wood Fuel Heating Equipment TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD CALL FOR DETAILS 203-238-2149

CROSSWORD ANSWER

SUDOKU ANSWER

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

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

Advertise with us. 203-317-2312

R225208v1

Autos Wanted

HEAD LIFEGUARD Town of Cheshire seeks qualified applicants to apply for FT, year round position at Community Pool. Hourly range starts @ $16.50/hr. For additional information, see the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect.org Application must be filed by 3/19/21 with Louis A. Zullo, HR Director/Assistant Town Manager, Town of Cheshire, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. The Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

237783

Legal Notice Durham BAA The Durham Board of Assessment Appeals (BAA) will meet at Durham Town Hall, 30 Town House Rd, Durham, CT on Thursday, April 8th, 2021 starting at 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 10th, 2021 starting at 9:00 a.m. to hear appeals related to property assessments. To be heard, a completed BAA petition must be received at the Town Hall on or before March 20th, 2021. The BAA petition is available at the Town Hall and on the town website at www.townof durhamct.org R238038

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Businesses & Services

A15

In Brief

Attics and Basements Cleaned GARY WODATCH

Junk Removal

Landscaping

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

Electrical Services

TEC ELECTRICAL

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

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

Gutters

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

Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT

Interested in Classified Advertising? Call Us.

203-238-1953

Ice Damage Removal. Snow removal from Roof. #0649808 203.510.3830. Financing avail. www. lmconstructionct.com

Plumbing JIMMY’S MASONRY Over 28 years of exp. GEORGE J MACK & Stonewalls, patios, SONS - Servicing the sidewalks, chimneys, Meriden area since pool areas, fireplaces, 1922. Toilet, faucet, fire pit steps, all types of sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacemasonry work. Free est. ments. 15% Sr citizen (860) 274-4893. disc. 203-238-2820.

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

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

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

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

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

Classified Advertising Call 203-238-1953

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.

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

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

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

Tree Services

Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Handyperson

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

Roofing

Welcome to On The Menu.

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

Home Improvements

Moving and Storage

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

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

CARPENTRY

Masonry

203-238-1953

Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results.

Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 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.

Colony Diner

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.

Athena II Diner

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.

Duchess of Wallingford 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.

A16

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, March 5, 2021

Share Your Voice. Shape Our Coverage. Do you have a question or concern about racial equity or discrimination in our community? You ask, we investigate.

A woman and child walk by protesters lying down on North Main Street in Wallingford in solidarity with George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement, Fri., Jun. 5, 2020. | Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

owered P y t n u m m Co Journalism

Are there specific issues related to health and safety, education, the local economy or other topics you’d like to see addressed in our news coverage? Share your question with us. We’ll research it and report the facts. Your voice matters to us. We want to hear from you.

Help shape our coverage. Share your voice with your community at:

myrecordjournal.com/VOICES R239011_v2