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For 3rd straight year, Woodfords are named ‘Best Overall’ in contest

By Nicole Zappone Town Times

Each winter, Durham neighbors Brian Woodford and Glen Myers go head-to-head in a friendly battle of Christmas lights. Right now, it looks like Woodford has the upperhand.

For the third straight year, the title of Best Overall in the Durham Recreation Department’s annual holiday house decorating contest went to Woodford’s Howd Road home.

“When I was a kid, Christmas lights were always up, and it was a happy point,” Woodford said.

The entrance to the light display at the Woodford residence on Howd Road.

“It was something that we always did.”

Woodford said he would go all out with his Christmas display, decorating contest or not. “I do this for

the kids, really,” he said. “I didn’t have any kids when I first started this, but now that I have my daughter, it’s something she can grow up with.”

Fowler property changes hands

Nicole Zappone Town Times

A well-known Middlefield property, owned for decades by the Fowler family, has changed hands.

Once a grocery store, 6 Way Road, the current home of Blackbird Tavern and other businesses, sold for $1,625,000 on Oct. 16, 2022.

Stephen and Dwight Fowler inherited 6 Way Road from their father, Lester “Mickey” Fowler, who died in 2021 at the age of 95. Soon after taking over the property, the brothers decided to put it on the market.

Hochadel gets to work

Record-Journal report

Freshman legislator Jan Hochadel, a Democrat representing Meriden, Cheshire, Middletown and Middlefield in the 13th Senate District, has learned her legislative assignments. She was named Senate chair of the Aging Committee, and Senate vice chair of the Environment Committee.

Hochadel has worked as an educator in the state’s technical high school system, as well as an engineer for companies including Omega Engineering in Stamford and Pfizer in Wallingford and New York, according to a news release.

Brian Woodford poses with his wife Avian, daughter Avella and the family dogs at their home on Howd Road inDurham. Nicole Zappone, Town Times

Photo provided by Brian Woodford

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Aries (March 21-April 19) –

The one who rules. Aries, you are considered to be the Queen Bee. You are admired by everyone, but you don’t let it go to your head. You are a leader, as well as a good friend, and you are able to easily strike a balance between these two roles.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) –

The one who strikes your heart. You touch hearts, Taurus. You make people feel special and loved. You reciprocate love like nobody else can.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) –

The one who shines bright. You might be too intense for some at first, but people are intrigued by you. You always seem to be the center of attention. You light up a room when you walk in, and you are missed when you leave.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) –

The one who is full of moons. You are a gentle but fearless leader. Like the moon, you are soft and romantic, but you are also bold and a trailblazer. People don’t know what to expect from you because you are always trying to adapt to your surroundings. You are ever-changing, like the moon, but you are always reliable.

Leo (July 23-August 22) –

The one who is made of sunshine. People are attracted to you because you bring light wherever you go. You love being the center of attention, but you also love sharing your happiness.

Virgo (August 23-September 22) – The one who stands for themselves. Virgo, you know that the most reliable person that you can trust is yourself, which is why you don’t often take the advice of others. You are like an all-knowing person who stands strong and tall because you know that others look up to you as a leader.

Libra (September 23-October 22) – The one who is filled with love. You want to make sure that everyone in your life is well-loved. You often go out of your way to take care of and please others. You are selfless. You are an amazing friend and partner, and you don’t expect anything in return. You only want others to be happy.

Scorpio (October 23November 21) – The one who wins your heart. Some consider you to be erratic and intense, but you’re really a big softie. You love to love, and you try to win others over with kind words, surprises, and gifts. Your main goal is to make sure that your family and friends know how important they are to you.

Sagittarius (November 22December 19) – The one who seeks. You are a free spirit, always seeking out exciting experiences. You don’t

Capricorn (December 20January 19) – The one who climbs higher than anyone else. You are always reaching new heights. You always want to learn more, to expand your mind. You love having a wealth of knowledge and you love sharing it with others. You want people to look up to you as someone who can achieve anything because you already know that you are capable of great things.

Aquarius (January 20February 18) – The one who is made with color. You are unique, and you love that about yourself. You don’t care what anyone thinks of you, and this intrigues people. You bring color and excitement to people and experiences.

Pisces (February 19-March 20) – The one who dreams of the unimaginable. Pisces, people may think you have your head in the clouds, but you’re really dreaming of bigger things in this life. You see life through rose-colored glasses. You’re always looking for ways to make a difference. You have a knack for changing people’s way of thinking.

So there you have it – you being summed up in just one line. All good lines, mind you, but personally I would love to be the one who shines bright, or the one who is made of sunshine. Being full of moons would be awesome, I should think.

But I am an Aries, and I am, apparently, none of those things. I am, however, the Queen Bee. That works, too.

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‘Right to Read’ sparks concern in schools

By Jessica Simms Record-Journal staff

After passage of ‘Right to Read’ legislation in 2021, the State Department of Education has approved the implementation of specific reading curricula and programs for kindergarten through third grade by July 1 of this year.

However, many districts across the state are opting to submit a waiver to continue to offer their current curricula.

“At this point, we have significant concerns about the state basically dictating what program we’ll use to teach students the curriculum,” said Jeff Solan, superintendent of Cheshire Public Schools. “I fully appreciate that the state can articulate what the standards should be, but not how we should teach it. So at this point, we’re going to be pursuing the waiver process.”

In June 2021, the Right to Read legislation was passed as part of Sections 394-404 of the Budget Implementer Bill (Public Act No. 21-22).

“The legislation systematizes a statewide reading response based on the Science of Reading by requiring the state to oversee all state and local efforts related to literacy, including setting reading curriculum requirements for districts, providing professional development, hiring external literacy coaches and coordinating with teacher preparation programs,” according to the legislation’s website. “A newly established Center for Literacy

Research and Reading Success (The Center) will be the hub of that work.”

The Center has various components to its legislative mandates, including establishing the center itself, creating universal K-3 reading assessments and more.

At a webinar hosted by the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education on Jan. 6, state Department of Education representatives shared that prior to the pandemic, 54 percent of Connecticut public school students in third grade were proficient in English language arts (ELA). This means that about 17,000 students in the state’s public schools were not proficient.

Now, after the pandemic, the proficiency rate is 47 percent, so around 19,000 students are not proficient in ELA.

In Meriden, Daniel Crisipino, director of school leadership for the elementary schools, said kindergarten and first grade classes have adopted one of the approved curricula.

“It was really nothing that shocked us,” Crisipino said.

For grades two and three, Crisipino said the district has its own “homegrown” curriculum, so they will be putting in a waiver to continue to offer this program.

“It’s a close read model,” Crisipino said. “... We use a lot of programs that give kids multiple opportunities to be able to close that gap, the reading achievement gap, which is really a big piece of

what the whole legislation is.”

As of Jan. 6, the state had approved seven curriculum

models/programs, with two more being under review. However, district leaders opting to submit a waiver,

due Feb. 28 by 5 p.m., would require the district to submit:

See ‘Right to Read,’ A8

Property

From A1

“We didn’t have deep pockets,” Stephen Fowler said. “And so, we decided to sell the property. We didn’t want to just sell it to anyone, so we found a buyer that we actually knew.”

The new owners are Sam Eddinger and Robert Boulanger. “It was a beautiful property, and since Robert and I are both from Middlefield, we decided that we wanted to buy it,” said Eddinger, pointing out that he and his buddy Boulanger “have complimentary businesses” and saw this as a great opportunity to work together.

“I do property management and he does maintenance,” said Eddinger.

Eddinger called 6 Way Road “ one of the most known places in Mid-

The new owners of 6 Way Road in Middlefield Sam Eddinger, left, and Robert Boulanger are pictured with their wives, Janina EddingerandLygiaBoulanger. Nicole Zappone, Town Times

dlefield” and said he and Boulanger don’t have any major changes planned for the property, just some minor updates. “We want to make this feel more modern, ” Eddinger said, while honor-

ing “the legacy of the Fowler family.”

He said, “The goal is to make it a location that really defines the character of the community.”

Decorations

From A1

As for Woodford’s neighbor, Glen Myers, his holiday set-up earned the Clark Griswold Over-the-Top Award in this year’s decorating contest.

“I look forward to setting up my lights each year,” Myers said. “I try to get everything lit up by December 1.”

Other decorating contest awards went to James Messina (Simple and Spirited), Joe Calamite (Best Inflatables), Tippy Popp (Winter Farm) and Torrison Stone (Best Business).

Durham Recreation Department director Sherry Hill said she loves going around town and seeing all the decorations.

“People have worked very hard on their homes to make the holidays special,” Hill said.

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Hochadel

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While in office, Hochadel, a Meriden resident, will continue to serve out at least her current term as president of the American Federation of Teachers CT the state’s second largest teachers’ union.

Hochadel, in an emailed statement to the RecordJournal, stated that prior to her bid for the 13th District seat, she had engaged fellow union leaders about how that position would impact her role as AFT Connecticut president.

“They were familiar conversations for years, members of affiliated local unions

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Assumption University, Worcester, Mass., named Colin Murphy of Middlefield to its dean’s list for the fall semester.

have been stepping up to run for elected office at all levels of government,” Hochadel stated. “We have supported them as part of our grassroots ‘labor is your neighbor’ political program.

“We also discussed the importance of avoiding any potential conflict of interest with my duties and responsibilities. This was a shared priority among members of AFT Connecticut’s executive committee and they put their faith in me by endorsing my candidacy.

“I also had similar conversations with State Senate leadership and they agreed it was a priority. That’s why the committees I’ve since been assigned to don’t have any direct correlation to the policy concerns of our union members,” Hochadel stated.

Hochadel was not named as a member of either of the legislature’s Education or Labor and Public Employees committees, both of which would have correlated to her current union work.

Her committee memberships are the Housing, Banking, Commerce and Planning & Development.

“Having served as state federation president for seven

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years and previously for six leading a local union I understand the importance of maintaining the trust of those I represent. That applies equally to my role in the labor movement as well

as in the General Assembly,” Hochadel stated.

Hochadel won election to the 13th District seat in a contest against Meriden Republican Joseph Vollano.

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Stanley W. Wyskiel

ROCKFALL- Stanley W. Wyskiel, 93, of Middletown, husband of the late Elizabeth “Betty” (Hubbard) Wyskiel, died Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Middlesex Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born in Rockfall, the son of the late Alexander and Katarzyna (Muckja) Wyskiel. Stanley served in the U.S Army at the Alaska Air Force base during the Korean Conflict. Upon returning from service, he worked at the Goodyear Rubber Company and later retired as a plumber at Connecticut Valley Hospital with the State of Connecticut. His passion for farming was well known by everyone as he managed the family farm on Long Hill Road in Middletown for over 50 years. Stanley was also a lifetime member of the Tadeusz Kościuszko Society (K-Club) in Rockfall. Stanley is survived by his beloved family, sons, Michael Wyskiel and his wife Colleen, and James Wyskiel and his wife Evelyn, all of Middlefield; grandchildren, Melissa and her husband Eric Troiano of Ithaca, New York, Stephen Wyskiel and Julissa Delgado, and Alexander Wyskiel (“Alec”), all of Middlefield, and two great-grandchildren, Alianna and Huxley Troiano of Ithaca, New York; sisterin-law Betty (Pattavina) Wyskiel; beloved nieces and nephews, Linda and Kerry Cahill, Nancy and

Obituaries

Mary C. Newton

DURHAM- Mary Newton of Durham, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on December 16, 2022.

She was born in her parents home in Durham and passed away peacefully in the same house 87 years later.

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Jerry Kasowitz, John and Chris Wyskiel, Walter Wyskiel, Jr. and his girlfriend Michele Meehan, all of Middlefield, and Robin and Rick Longworth of Durham, and Kathy and Mark Selvaggio of Delta Junction, Alaska, and several grandnieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Stephen D. Wyskiel; and brothers, Joseph J. Wyskiel, and Walter Wyskiel, Sr. His Funeral Liturgy was held at St. Colman Church, Middlefield. Burial was in Middlefield Cemetery. Those who wish to may send memorial contributions in Stanley’s name to: Visiting Angels, 6 Way Rd., Middlefield, CT 06455, or, the Future Farmers of America, National FFA Organization, 6060 FFA Drive, Indianapolis, IN 462781370. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www. biegafuneralhome.com.

In Brief

A Red Cross blood drive will be held Friday, Jan. 20, 1 to 6 p.m., at St. Colman Church, 170 Hubbard St., Middlefield. To book a time to give, visit RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1800-RED-CROSS.

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A life long resident of Durham, Mary leaves behind her brother and sister-in-law, David and Janice Newton of Farmington, CT and a sister Salina Maselli of Hollywood, FL. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Gaylord and Marion (Bentley) Newton and her brother, Roger B. Newton of Durham, Connecticut. Mary also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, many of whom still live in the Durham area. Others are from Florida, Wisconsin, Maine, Massachusetts and Arizona.

Mary graduated from Durham High School in 1952 and then went to UMASS at Amherst to become a dietician. Various internships took her to different hospitals across the country. After many years of working in hospitals, Mary decided to get her masters degree in library science. After completing her studies, she returned to Connecticut, and began working for the Connecticut inter-library loan system where she stayed until her retirement in 1987.

Mary had many hobbies and was always good at whatever she tried to do. Growing up on an active farm in Durham, she raised her own chickens, geese and quail, not to mention prolific gardens of flowers and vegetables. Mary is also known for introducing the art of making maple syrup to a number of family members and friends. Mary was an avid birder, having been an active

member of the Audubon Society. She could tell you from the shadow in the sky the type of bird you were looking at. Often times she could be found in her kitchen, looking out at the feeders and fields, enjoying the various birds and woodland creatures, which came to visit. Mary adored baby creatures if all sorts.

Mary also was a life long musician. She began piano at an early age (5) and played every day up until just a week before her passing. She was the organist at the United Churches of Durham for 18 years where she also had been a life long member.

Mary was also a founding member of the White Tornadoes, a traveling band who brought music and fun to numerous nursing homes and rehabilitation centers in Connecticut.

Mary was an active member of the Durham Grange until it closed its doors and gave up its charter. She’d been active in many other local grange’s and herself was a patron of husbandry. Mary will be missed by everyone who knew her. Everyone. Most especially by the author of this obituary who loved her dearly.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Middlesex Hospital Hospice Program.

Vocal Chords seek tenors, basses

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The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, under the direction of Samuel Tucker and accompanied by an orchestra, are looking to expand their tenor and bass sections. No auditions necessary; just a love of singing and a willingness to make a commitment.

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, Jan. 17, 6:45 p.m., at Msgr. Fox Parish Hall, St. Francis Church, 10 Elm St., Middletown. New members will be accepted through the end of January. You do not need to be affiliated with Middlesex Health in order to join.

The Vocal Chords’ 85 members hail from all parts of Connecticut and all different walks of life. It’s the love of singing that brings us together.

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Editor:

State Rep. Craig Fishbein recently submitted a bill to authorize carrying pistols and revolvers in state parks. Fishbein represents Wallingford and Middlefield. Not a word in his campaign rhetoric prior suggested that he would promote weaponization of our state parks – the same parks that many of us walk with our families. There are three state parks in Walling-

ford and Middlefield, and they are near houses and businesses. Fishbein ignores the facts that community gun violence and firearm suicide are the two leading causes of gun death in Connecticut. That is not what we want in our communities.

Rep. Fishbein, you should start working on legislation that promotes vibrant and safe locations. Submit bills for income equality, housing and entrepreneurial efforts. Promote conflict resolution

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Alma Elder

No respect

Editor:

I applaud your front page story about the fallen firefighter from North Haven. And bravo to the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department for showing respect to their fellow brother.

What bothers me is that the Town of Durham, my town, seemed to know nothing about this tragedy and showed no respect. Other then the Durham Fire House, no flags where at half-mast on Tuesday, Jan. 3, even though Gov. Lamont gave the order on Monday.

I called our First Selectman’s office and was told they knew nothing about it. When I asked the post office, they said they knew nothing about it as well. So I showed them

the front page article of your paper, which is in their lobby.

With extended family being firefighters and EMT workers, I find it another tragedy that my hometown shows them no respect.

Melanie Nordquist

Dark day Editor:

Do you remember where you were on Jan. 6, 2021 when you heard the tragic news that supporters of then-President Trump tried to overthrow the U.S. government when they ransacked the U.S. Capitol building? This was the day both houses of Congress met to certify President Joseph Biden’s electoral vote win.

It began in the morning of Jan. 6, 2021, at the former president’s “Save America” rally, to which he summoned his supporters by claiming the presidential election had been fraudulent.

There has been no evidence of any type of fraud. However, that did not stop the former president and his supporters from claiming the election was rigged. To date, nearly 1,000 people – including seven from Connecticut – have been charged by federal prosecutors for their role in the assault on the Capitol.

At 4:05 p.m. on Jan. 6, 2021, Joe Biden called on Donald Trump to tell his supporters to go home and “demand an end to this siege.” Biden stated, “Our democracy is under unprecedented assault.”

Soon after, former President Trump told his supporters to go home, and that he loves them, while still insisting that the 2020 election was stolen.

Thankfully, once the U.S. Capitol building was cleared of rioters, Congressional leaders decided to do their constitutional duty and count the electoral votes.

Frank LoGiudice

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The Middlefield Food Bank is in need of the following: peanut butter, jelly, jam, sandwich/freezer bags, coffee, tea, crackers, snacks, laundry detergent, dish soap, cleaning supplies, toothpaste, tooth brushes, pasta, pasta sauce, tuna, and grocery store gift cards.

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socioeconomic groups, genders and English language learners and students whose primary language is English.

At the webinar hosted by CABE last Friday, Melissa K. Wlodarczyk Hickey, director of the Center for Literacy Research and Reading Success for the state Department of Education, said that all waivers will have to undergo a review process.

“Reviewers may have questions so it may become more

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Hickey did ensure that the districts who submit waivers will hear back by July 1. jsimms@record-journal.com 203-317-2279 Twitter: @jessica_simms99

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FREE - Beautiful London Fog rain coat with warm iining/belt: size 8, olive, has a stain but may be dry cleanable. 860-301-2862.

as tomorrow morning.

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

1,2,3 CASH FOR ANTIQUES - Call Todd Shamock, 203-4941695.

OFFICE SUITE - Avail. for lease, 550 sq.ft., ground level, Clocktower Square, 710 Main St., Suite 1, Plantsville, CT. $800 per mo. Call (860) 276-8068 ask for Tony or Gail.

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

ALWAYS PAYING TOP DOLLAR - For gold and silver jewelry, Sterling flatware, Gold and silver coins and bars, costume jewelry and more!!! Over 30yrs experience. Call Sandy at Pawn Queen (203) 7682443.

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.

EOE 2013 FORD TAURUS97,000 miles, excellent condition, $9,000. Call (860) 840-5199.

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.

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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

LOOKING TO BUY - Holiday print fabric. Please call Carla at (203) 5148012.

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.

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

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

CARPENTRY

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

GUTTERS CLEANED Painting Int. & Ext. Powerwashing Free Ests. Ins. Refs. Rodrigo, (203) 565-7745.

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ESTATE AUCTIONSIs looking to purchase estate contents. From single items to entire estates. Clean-out services available. Call Bill (203) 494-2496.

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

IF YOU Mention This Ad FALL Yard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage

Insurance claim.storm damage.roofing.siding. gutter.chimney flashing. Office:203.754.3071 Cell:203.510.3830

Stormshieldct@gmail. com HIC.0664452

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

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

**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. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817

Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006

CLEAN & REMOVE

Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more.

*FALL YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817

JM Lawn Care Tree service, junk removal. Comm/Res. 860.796.8168

RT RELOCATION

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

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

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