Volume 27, Number 9
www.towntimes.com
Senator aims to get state ‘back to work’
QUITE A CATCH
“The last thing we need to do as a state is to raise taxes,” said Cicarella, who represents the 34th District, which is comprised of Durham, East Haven, North Haven and Wallingford. “People have bills to pay, they have a budget. When you tax the middle class, any increase in expenses can drastically change your life.” Rather than raising taxes, the freshman senator believes the state should tighten its financial belt. “Just like small businesses and households do every day, the state needs to find a way to reduce its spending,” said Cicarella. “Sometimes, to make ends meet, you have to make hard decisions and cut certain expenses. We have to find where there’s wasteful spending
Abrams placed in key post
and be creative to reduce costs, but it can be done if we work hard together.”
By Nadya Korytnikova Town Times
Paul Cicarella Jr. is settling in to his new role as a state senator. Sworn into office last month, the Republican’s to-do list includes cutting taxes, supporting small business and bolstering the overall economy.
Friday, February 26, 2021
State Sen. Mary Daugherty Abrams (D-Meriden, Middlefield, Rockfall, Middletown, Cheshire) was appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore Martin Looney (DNew Haven) to serve on the bipartisan ReapporAbrams tionment Committee charged with the responsibility of redrawing Connecticut’s legislative and congressional districts. Abrams joins state Sen. Doug McCrory (DHartford) as one of Looney’s two designees.
Cicarella opposes tax Cicarella hikes on any income bracket, and is against the recently proposed mansion tax, which would impose an annual levy on Connecticut residences worth more than $430,000. “I don’t think it’s a fair assumption to say somebody is wealthy just because they live in a $400,000 home,” said Cicarella. “The family that lives there can be working four jobs just to make ends meet. Do they have to get a tax increase? I know and have met many families in my district that fit that example.” In addition to serving as a state senator, Cicarella is the president and founder of Advanced Investigations, LLC, a private investigations agency with seven ConnectiSee Cicarella, A17
Durham resident Tanner Allen hooked this impressive northern pike at Bantam Lake in Morris. The 9year-old’s catch was 39 inches and weighed in at 17 pounds. Send your winter wonderland photos to news@towntimes.com.
"I am grateful to Sen. Looney for this appointment and eager to serve on this important committee," Abrams said. "Redistricting greatly impacts equity of access in voting and, as we witnessed in 2020, the importance of voting ease and access are integral to our See Abrams, A17
There’s light at the end of high school sports tunnel By Sean Krofssik Record-Journal staff
CHESHIRE — Depending on their sport, many high school athletes received good news following the CIAC Board of Control meeting last week. The CIAC met with representatives from the Connecticut Department of Public Health and Gov. Ned Lamont’s office Thursday, Feb. 18 to dis-
cuss how COVID-19 revisions made by the National Federation of State High School Associations may impact interscholastic athletics. The upshot? Restrictions were loosened on some winter sports — indoor track, competitive dance, competitive cheer — and a full season has been set up for spring sports. The CIAC spring season will begin on March 27, with the regular sea-
son running April 10 through May 27, followed by traditional state tournaments from June 1-13. If all that comes to pass, it will mark the full return to state high school sports in Connecticut since the fall of 2019. The CIAC pulled the plug on what remained of the winter tournaments last March as the state shut down in the face of the pandemic. The entire 2020 spring season was canceled and, while an abbreviated 2020 fall
season was played, there were no state tournaments. Ditto for the current winter season. “We should have the opportunity to have a full schedule during the spring season time frame,” CIAC Executive Director Glenn Lungarini said Feb. 18. “That includes league and state tournaments.” See CIAC, A14
A2
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
School Notes
Letters to the Editor Protect your neighbor
was conquered with the Salk vaccine in the 1950s.
Editor : I am writing in response to the letter in the Feb. 19 issue of the Town Times entitled Regressive Bills. The author repeats numerous falsehoods including the claim that vaccines are made from aborted fetuses, that vaccines are associated with food allergies, neurological regression or the need for special education. These claims are patently false and there are decades of scientific study which disproves them. We have all been experiencing a devastating pandemic which has killed 500,000 Americans (including my father and six patients in my medical practice). We humans are social creatures, we have a deep need to gather together – in houses of worship, schools, theaters, restaurants, and with family. Our viral and bacterial foes take advantage of our natural desire for family and communal interaction and throughout our history have caused terrible and deadly plagues such as smallpox, polio, diphtheria, meningitis and influenza. The discovery of vaccines finally gave us a way of gathering together without spreading such deadly pathogens. The widespread adoption of vaccination is why we have not had devastating epidemics since polio
Families that do not want to vaccinate their children are not being forced to vaccinate them, they can home school them as the parents of more than 2.5 million children choose to do in this country. However, if they want to send their children to school with hundreds of other students, they must vaccinate them to ensure that they are free of highly contagious diseases that can kill their neighbor's children. We need to protect each other and vaccinate ourselves and our children. I urge my neighbors to support HB 6423. Michael Good MD
Divisive rhetoric Editor : I was saddened to read Gene Riotte’s letter which repeated the straw man argument that the Democratic Party is full of racists. Any person willing to be honest with himself is very aware that both parties contain racists. This is a sad fact, especially since we are well into the 21st century.
Locals in college Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, named Meghan DeVille to its dean’s list for the fall semester. Endicott College, Beverly, Mass., named Kevin Cross to its dean’s list for the fall semester.
Dionne to its dean’s list for the fall semester. Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, N.Y., named the following students to its dean’s list for the fall semester: Luca Schleicher, Jessica Stanwood, Sean Carroll and Aubrey Figoras.
RSD13 kindergarten registration in grades K-4. Both schools follow the same curriculum. Both schools will post detailed information about kindergarten on their websites.
Parents of children living in Durham and Middlefield who will be 5 years old on or before Jan. 1, 2022 must register to attend kindergarten in the fall of 2021 or apply for a waiver of attendance. Children may attend kindergarten at Brewster or John Lyman school. You will need to choose the appropriate school for your child prior to registration. Brewster houses students in grades PK-2. Lyman serves students w w w.linosmar ke t .com
See Letters, A16
The school choice decision must be made by Monday, March 15. Contact the main office of the school where you wish to register. If you wish to hold your child out of school for another year, you must sign a form at the Office of the Superintendent. MEAT SPECIALS Bone-In Center Cut Pork Chop 3lbs or More.........................$1.79lb USDA American Loin Lamb Chops.......................................$10.99lb USDA Choice Rump Roast.........................................................$3.99lb USDA Choice Bottom Round Roast.........................................$3.49lb USDA Choice Boneless Sirloin Steak.......................................$5.99lb USDA Choice Flank Steak..........................................................$7.99lb Chicken Leg Quarters 10lbs or More.........................................$.59lb USDA Choice Beef Stew 3lbs or More..................................... $4.99lb USDA Choice Cube Steaks 3lbs or More................................ $4.99lb Thin Sliced Chicken Cutlets 3lbs or More...............................$2.99lb
The problem with Mr. Riotte’s letter is that it omits pertinent information that would serve to tell the entire story. It is absolutely true that before and after the Civil War, the Democratic Party, especially in the
DELI SPECIALS
860-349-1717
472 MAIN STREET • DURHAM, CT
STORE GIVEAWAY
With any $20.00 Purchase and Purchase of 1/2 lb LOL American Cheese RECEIVE 1/2 lb LOL AMERICAN CHEESE FREE!
Please place catering orders in advance!
CURBSIDE ORDERS AVAILABLE
9am - 5pm (please call ahead) Monday - Friday 7-6pm • Saturday 7-5pm Closed Sunday
Land O'Lakes American Cheese...............................................$3.99lb Stella Provolone........................................................................... $4.99lb Boar’s Head Virginia Baked Ham............................................$7.49lb Italian Mortadella....................................................................... $8.49lb Italian Porchetta.........................................................................$12.99lb Hormel Delusso Genoa Salami................................................ $8.99lb Hummel Liverwurst....................................................................$5.99lb Store Made Roast Beef.................................................................$9.99lb
FISH SPECIALS Faroe Island Salmon..................................................................$10.99lb Fresh Clams.................................................................................. $4.49lb
We reserve the right to limit quantities. We are not responsible for typographical errors. Expires 3/3/21.
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
ADVERTISING: Joy Boone — Media Consultant (203) 317-2313 | advertising@towntimes.com NEWS / SPORTS: (203) 317-2245 | news@towntimes.com
238655
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.
www.towntimes.com
Scholarship
Applications for the Coginchaug High School Scholarship Fund will be acceptUniversity of Hartford, West ed through March 26 at Norwich University, North- Hartford, named the follow- 2 p.m. Graduating seniors field, Vt., named Lauren ing students to its dean’s list are encouraged to complete Melchionne to its dean’s list for the fall semester: John an application via Naviance. for the fall semester. Kalandyk, Stefan Kotrady, For more information, Purchase College, Purchase, Amber Ostrander and Molly email crhsscholarshipfund@ Yale. gmail.com. N.Y., named Claire Linden-
Letters Policy
500 S. Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450
Western New England University, Springfield, Mass., named Julian Swan to its dean’s list for the fall semester.
NOW ACCEPTING EBT CARDS
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, February 26, 2021
A3
Indian Springs Golf Course is Proud to Support the Town Times
We also need your support to keep the Town Times delivered for free to your home. 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.
R238430v2
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.
Scan the QR code with your smartphone
myrecordjournal.com/
TTrequest Jane Parmelee (left) and the team of Indian Spring Golf Course in Middlefield (far left), Kathy Weber, John Parmelee, Jen Huddleston and Jane Parmelee are celebrating 57 years in business this year. 123 Mack Road Middlefield, CT 06455 860-349-8109 indiansprings-golf.com
A4
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
COVID IN CONNECTICUT
In Brief Substance use Talking with kids about substance use is critical. If you find these conversations difficult to have, you’re not alone. You have to know more than just the facts. You also have to know what to say, when to say it, and how to approach the discussion with the right mindset. For more information visit dmlwc.org/mentionprevention.
Vaping talk If you have a friend who is vaping, and you are concerned about the effect that could have on their health, it might be hard to open up to
them about your concerns. There are simple conversation starters to have this talk. For more information visit dmlwc.org/mentionprevention.
Women’s hike Join Women of the Woods for a 3- to 4-hour hike at the beautiful Rockland Preserve in northern Madison. The group will hike Wednesday, March 3 and Thursday, March 4 at 1 p.m. Space is limited to 10 women per hike. Masks are required. For more details and to register, visit EveryoneOutside.org or contact Lucy@EveryoneOutside.org.
William J. Lema, D.M.D. Serving Durham & Middlefield for 26 Years
William J. Lema, D.M.D. Accepting New General Family Dentistry Patients • Children & Adults
Farmers market The Durham Farmers Market is held Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Use the side entrance. Masks are required. For more information, visit farmersmarket@townofdurhamct.org.
Vaccine rollout change; Cases decline locally
Energy monitoring Eversource Kill A Watt electricity usage kits are available for borrowing from nearly 200 libraries around the state. A list of participating libraries can be found at Eversource.com. Customers can also take advantage of Eversource’s Green Button – an online tool that allows customers to download their energy usage data so they can easily share it with energy-efficiency experts to make home improvements. See Briefs, A13
A major change to Connecticut’s vaccination schedule was announced Monday, with the state continuing with a mostly agebased system to make the rollout less complicated after seeing the challenges other states have faced in vaccinating essential workers and people with underlying health conditions. “The lesson learned here from all these other states is, complexity is the enemy of equity and speed, which makes it the enemy of public health,” Max Reiss, spokesman for Gov. Ned Lamont, told The Associated Press.
vaccine. That group will be followed by people 45-54 on March 22; 35-44 years on April 12; and everyone else 34 years and younger on May 3. The only exception to the Democratic governor’s new rollout will be for pre-K-12 school staff, including teachers, and professional childcare providers. That group, which is estimated to include about 100,000 people, will be allowed to get their shots in March at dedicated clinics set up for them. No specific date has been announced yet.
Beginning March 1, anyone aged 55 to 64 will be allowed to get a COVID-19
— Associated Press See COVID, A6
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: R238285
Gum Therapy
9 am-6 pm • Cosmetic BondingTues.-Fri. • Gum Therapy Crowns & Bridges • Crowns & Bridges • Dentures & Repairs Dentures & Repairs • Emergencies • Fillings • Root Canals Emergencies
(860) 349-7006
Root Canals
(Near Powder Ridge Ski Area)
If you need a tub or shower replaced,
William J. Lema, D.M.D. Regular 9am–6pm FillingsHours: Tues–Fri 6 Way Road, Middlefield William J. Lema, D.M.D.
CALL THE
TUB MAN
6 Way Road, Middlefield (near Blackbird Tavern) 860-349-7006
SUDOKU
Lic
en
se
We offer tub and shower conversions
d
&
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
R236753v4
Matt’s Pro Plumbing
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Join Sustainable Durham
Library Durham Public Library
low House” by Sarah M. Broom. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.
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.
Movie talk (Zoom). Tuesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Oscar-winning film “The Apartment.” Visit durhamlibrary.org to register. Museum Magic (Zoom). Art & Location with the Guggenheim. Wednesday, March 10
at 5 p.m. Explore pieces of art and discuss with museum’s staff. For elementary-middle school students. 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.
Dungeons & Dragons (Zoom). Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Grades 7 & up. Visit durhamlibrary.org to register.
Sustainable Durham has openings for regular members, and also welcomes volunteers who are interested in one or more of the group’s important community goals that align with the Sustainable CT certification program. The Sustainable CT website, sustainablect.org, outlines 13 Community Action Categories, including: Inclusive and Equitable Community Impacts Thriving Local Economies
Levi E. Coe Library
Well Stewarded Land and Natural Resources
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. Contact the library: 860349-3857, levicoelibrary@ gmail.com.
GO MOBILE /Classifieds
Vibrant and Creative Cultural Ecosystems Dynamic and Resilient Planning
Clean and Diverse Transportation Systems and Choices Renewable and Efficient Energy Infrastructure and Operations Inclusive Engagement, Communication, and Education Strategic Materials Management Optimal Health and Wellness Opportunities Healthy, Efficient and Diverse Housing Effective, Compassionate Homelessness Prevention Innovative Strategies and Practices To learn more, contact Tonya Buddie at tbuddie@ townofdurhamct.org.
Pandemic resource guide The Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation created a helpful online parenting playbook to help Durham and Middlefield parents and children cope with the pandemic. The Pandemic Parenting Playbook features a list of helpful articles on five subjects — mental health, self-care, parent support, technology, family fun, and community resources. Each article is chosen by the education foundation’s board of directors. To view the Parent Pandemic Playbook go to coginchaugvef.org.
COOPBEri d R g Bes
o
•
•
C
T o yo
(860) 349-9980 860-349-9980 We beat big tire We beat big tire company company prices prices every day! every day! A S LL s d D n N Ml A A l JMajor BrAa OR BR
r TOYO
a ye R
EA
e STONE GO GOo E n Do tIDoG Yd R Our Low OUR LOW Prices Will PRICES WILL Surprise You! SURPRISE YOU!
er p o
Book talk (Zoom). Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m. “The Yel-
A5
R237006v4
R236752v4
A6
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
‘Tis ‘snow’ fun at all I let January lull me into a false sense of security. If there was any snow I don’t remember it. Yay, an easy winter! No shoveling, no heart-pounding drives on icy have been if February had roads. shown us just a modicum of mercy, but she has gone too Obviously I spoke too soon. far. And I’m tired. I am If I jinxed things with my checking out the weather on Pollyanna attitude, my deep- a regular basis, and then getest apologies. I now know ting my knickers in a knot that I should not be putting when, oh yes, here comes such things out into the Uni- another snowstorm. And anverse until at least May. other one after that. And another one after that. So here we are in February, and, as you all know, she has My “come what may” outshown us no mercy. Was she look has vanished into thin waiting on the sidelines, say- air. Just when will this moning to herself, “Were they ster of a storm pounce on thinking they could just sail us? Will I have trouble getthrough the winter, with ting to and from work? Will I nary a care? I think not." be able to get into my driveway when I get out of work? Well, I am here to tell you How much shoveling is in that I am sick of Ms. Februstore for me? ary’s shenanigans. Sick of them, I tell you! I was so My heart sinks. My stomach proud of myself, too, with re- tightens. gard to my attitude about winter’s challenges. I will I wish I could be calmer not complain, to myself or about the whole thing. But anyone else, I vowed, about recently I had to drive home scary driving and shoveling on roads that were a skating snow and scraping a ton of rink, and I white-knuckled it ice off my car in the mornall the way, barely breathing, ing. Nope, I’m going to be a imploring the Powers That real trooper, just rolling with Be. Being calm was not even it all. a remote possibility. It turns out I’m not such a trooper after all. Oh, I would
COVID From A4
Cases dip locally As of Feb. 18, the total of laboratory-confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases reported among Connecticut residents was 273,101, including 256,139 laboratory-confirmed and 16,962 probable cases. Five hundred thirty-five patients were hospitalized with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19.
See Carr, A7
There had been 7,523 COVID-19-associated deaths. Connecticut’s most recent coronavirus report, issued Feb. 18, showed 25 positive cases in Durham and 11 in Middlefield. That works out to an average of 24.8 daily cases in Durham and 17.9 in Middlefield per 100,000 people.
MORE WAYS TO
MOVE YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD
RJ Media Group RJ Media Group means world class marketing solutions for your local business. No one covers more customers in your area. And no one offers more ways to reach them. Targeted Advertising in print, online and mobile platforms. Digital Solutions including SEO, social media campaigns, retargeting, reputation management and total website development. Direct Marketing solutions from custom mailings to email blasts. Expert Guidance from dedicated marketing professionals. To see how RJ Media Group can make your business more successful, contact Jim Mizener at 203.317.2312 or jmizener@rjmediagroup.com.
The previous report showed 33 positive cases in Durham and 16 in Middlefield. — Town Times report
Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | Homebase Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times 500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut 203.235.1661 | rjmediagroup.com
MEDIA THAT MOVES YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD
>>
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Durham judge among governor’s nominees By Mark Pazniokas © The Connecticut Mirror
to a court system that is predominantly white and male, despite women reaching Gov. Ned Lamont nominated parity with men in law his general counsel, Robert schools 20 years ago. W. Clark of Durham, to the Appellate Court and named His four previous judicial nominations were to the Apa racially diverse class of eight women and seven men pellate and Supreme courts. Three of four were women as his first picks for the trial and two were racial minoricourt. ties. The nominations were offiAs of last July, when Lamont cially announced on the made those nominations, ct.gov web site Wednesday, the three tiers of the judicial Feb. 17. branch had 118 judges who Clark, one of 30 trial judges identified as white, 24 as named by Gov. Dannel P. Black, five as Hispanic, sevMalloy in April 2018 in the en as Asian and two as mullast group of Superior Court ti-racial. There were 90 men nominations, left the bench and 66 women. to become Lamont’s legal His new class includes three adviser. On the Appellate Black and four Hispanic Court, he would succeed candidates. Douglas S. Lavine, who reached the mandatory reThe governor can nominate tirement age of 70. judges for the Superior, Ap-
In an interview last month, Lamont first disclosed his plans to end his informal freeze on Superior Court nominations and fill 15 of the 50 vacancies on the court, which is authorized by the General Assembly to have 185 judges.
Three of the expected nominees are federal prosecutors: Michael Gustafson of West Hartford, Gordon Hall of New Haven and Ndidi Moses of Seymour. One is a See Judges, A16
Upcoming program: Thursday, March 11, 7 p.m., “The Hate U Give” Book Discussion. “The Hate U Give” is a 2017 award-winning Young Adult novel written by Angie Thomas.
Carr From A6
The last couple of times snow was predicted, we got nothing, or next to nothing, and that gives me hope. Perhaps we could luck out again. I tell myself to not use up my precious energy worrying about a situation that is not yet here. Deal with things as they come. No matter the road conditions, I do always make it home safely. March is just around the corner, which means that spring really is not all that far away. It helps
MIDDLEFIELD Apartment for Rent 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
Starr Carter, a 16-year-old black girl, feels as though she is living in two worlds: the poor neighborhood in which she was raised, and the predominantly white private school she attends in an affluent nearby town. When Starr witnesses a white police officer shoot and kill her childhood friend, she finds herself grappling with her role in a national news story. To sign up for this Zoom discussion, email durhamlibrary.org/racial-justicebook-discussion/.
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
a little to think like this. That is, until they break into my TV shows with a weather report guaranteed to make me want to hide under the covers and not come out until mid-summer – just to be on the safe side. So if you happen to see a woman hunched over the steering wheel, gripping it tightly, wide-eyed with terror, lips moving in some sort of prayer – it’s me. You might have the same look. I’d wave but I don’t dare take a hand off the wheel.
Say
Advertise with us. 203-317-2312
>>
hello to results Call Joy today
203-317-2313
Your Hometown Marketing Expert
234358
While the governor has kept judicial positions open as a budget-saving measure, Lamont said he was looking forward to using some of the vacancies to bring a measure of racial and gender diversity
All judicial nominations are subject to confirmation by both chambers of the General Assembly. Appointments are to eight-year terms, with the expectation of reappointment until reaching age 70.
The Middlefield Durham Racial Justice Team is excited to announce a year-long calendar of community conversations about racial justice. Before these discussions, participants will be invited to watch a film, read a book or listen to a podcast.
R236471
Clark, 49, oversaw the office’s legislative initiatives under Jepsen, which gave him broad background on the issues that came before him as Lamont’s general counsel. For the past year, his office has been consumed with issues arising from the governor’s exercise of emergency powers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
pellate and Supreme courts only from a pool of candidates screened and endorsed by the Judicial Selection Commission. By tradition, governors often take suggestions from the leaders of the legislative caucuses.
Community conversations scheduled
103333R
The administration shared plans to nominate Clark, who was special counsel to former Attorney General George Jepsen, with legislative leaders. CT Mirror obtained the names of his Superior Court choices Tuesday, Feb. 16.
A7
We partner with local companies to help move their business forward through comprehensive and impactful marketing solutions including print, digital, radio and streaming platforms. Our awardwinning team has operated locally since 1867 and is ready to help your business grow.
Joy Boone, Media Consultant | jboone@rjmediagroup.com A DIVISION OF
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
MARKETING THAT MOVES YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD >>
A8
Friday, February 26, 2021
Town Times | towntimes.com
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
A9
crhsnews.com February 26, 2021
WINTER SPORTS RETURN By Max Czellecz and Mark Laudano
It might have been a couple months late but winter sports have finally begun! While the seasons where in doubt they are happening. Basketball and Indoor Track have started practicing. Though only one sport as of the time of writing has a season and that is Basketball. The girls and boys Track team has now been practicing for two weeks. The process involves the students wearing masks not only inside but outside as well. So far the guidelines have resulted in zero known positive covid-19 cases and the teams have avoided having to quarantine. Tatum Hulgren a member of the girls Track team says, ¨The covid guidelines in place I think are good for inside but outside I feel as though we can wear no mask using proper social distancing.¨ Gage Rovelli of the boys team says, ¨Covid guidelines are too strict. There’s no point in wearing a mask outside when we are running. The boys basketball team like the track team has been practicing for the last few weeks. The boys basketball team will kick off their season against Hale Ray On Tuesday the sixteenth. During the game they will be able to take a mask break at half time due to them having to play in a mask. In practice they do the same, having intervals where they take five minute breaks. The team who are coming off a five and fifteen season are very optimistic about the upcoming season. A member of the team said, ¨It’s possible for the team to make states depending on how the other teams adjust to the changes with mask and how games get played out if teams get quarantined.¨ The girls basketball team has already started their season. On February tenth the team easily beat Old Lyme forty one to twenty two. Like the boys team they will be taking a break at half time and having similar practices in relations to breaks. Carly Benbow a member of the team said, ¨I think the covid guidelines are pretty fair and i´m just glad we get to have somewhat of a season. We are competing this year, but our games are only against
Continued on page 2
Benchwarmer Scholarships Due March 29
The Benchwarmers are kicking off their 2021 Scholarship and Award season. As in years past the Benchwarmers will be granting Athlete of the Year Awards, Academic Scholarships and the Coach Camp Award (coach nominated). Minimum eligibility requirements for all three is- Athletic involvement as a player while attending Coginchaug Regional High School. Applications are available in guidance or can be requested via email. All applications are due (back to guidance or emailed) by end of day Monday March 29th- with no exception. Please contact Annjeannette Bugai - annjeannettebugai@gmail.com - with questions or for a copy of an application.
Inside This Issue...
Opinion: Vegetarian Options ---------------------------- 2 Analysis: New Supreme Court Justice ---------------- 2 Mental Health Resources for Students ---------------- 2 Album Review ---------------------------------------------- 3 Film Review------ -------------------------------------------- 4
Campus Unification Class Building a Bike Trail By Jackson Moore
On September seventh Coginchaug teacher Robert Bajoros Campus unification class of Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS) started working on a biking trail. This is a project that had been started last year and was picked up again by the students in the class of 2020 who will continue to work on it until the end of the year. According to Mr Bajoros the goal for this project is for it to continue for the next couple of years and to have classes to continue to extend the biking trails. Many students in the class not only seemed to be working hard but seemed to be enjoying the work they were doing too. One senior student Sebby Manning said ¨I love the work we are doing out here, it’s nice to know people will benefit from the hard work we did.¨ Another student, Justin Sambor seemed to be on the same page saying ¨manual labor is the most fun thing you can do.¨ All the students in this class seem very dedicated to the task at hand. When being out there and observing you see most people working hard and no one standing around. Although everyone seemed to be on the same page there were some students who had a little bit of a different opinion on the class. One student didn’t like having to “go back inside sweaty and gross.¨ He added on that the work is ¨very hard.¨ Even though some students have different opinions it doesnt seem to have affected the group working at all. They first CRHS Multi-use trail Photo by Jackson Moore
Continued on page 4
Upcoming Events Mr. Coginchaug applications due March 5 UConn Early College Experience applications due March 9.
A10
Friday, February 26, 2021
2
February 26, 2021
OPINION: CRHS VEGETARIANS NEED BETTER OPTIONS By Leah Wagner
Coginchaug’s meal menu is exceptional. Especially when watching those old high school movies with gruel being slopped onto the students’ plates, our options are evidently better. From the Devil’s Deli with personalized sandwiches to the Incr“Edibles” with daily specialties like Asian Cuisine, we CRHS students have it made. However, as the COVID-safety circumstances prevent us from customizing our lunch, it is difficult for many students to not only eat what they want, but what they need. One group in particular misses out on a nutritious meal: vegetarians. Whether they avoid meat because of moral reasons, health reasons, or something out of their control, vegetarians have made a commitment to not eating meat and intend to stick to it. The moral aspect alone should be enough to budge someone to take this route, thinking you could save even one animal from death. No matter the circumstances, vegetarians are a part of Coginchaug and they often find themselves without a lunch to eat. One student, a non-vegetarian, said “I would be happy to see my vegetarian friends eating lunch.” She explains that a lot of her friends don’t have an opportunity to grab lunch as easily as the other students because they don’t eat meat. They end up without a lunch because it is too time-consuming in the morning to make food or they simply forget, and they refuse to abandon their values. “The lack of vegetarian meals make it not only hard for vegetarians to find lunch, but also doesn’t provide an option for people who eat meat to find an alternative,” said Natalie Weronik, a vegetarian herself.(Continued on page 4)
WINTER SPORTS (continued) shoreline teams and we are scheduled to have a tournament at the end of the year.¨ The girls team had a record of fourteen and eight and had a good amount of momentum winning nine out of their last ten games before their last game and the tournament was cancelled. Sports are back? Partially. While Covid-19 has put a stop to many things it has not put a stop to basketball or track. The players for basketball are ready to get going and the entire track team is hoping that they can have meets. Hopefully sooner rather than later we can revert back to a normal season without Covid-19.
Resources Available for Students in Need by Chris Carafeno
A nationwide rise in teen suicides has raised the question of how many kids are struggling with mental health issues? According to Verywellmind.com, in a survey done with 67,000 college students, one in five have had thoughts of suicide. These are things that a lot of people deal with, and it makes us ask the question, how do people at Coginchaug feel about this issue? CRHS senior Evan Faiella said “I think that many people deal with different types of problems… I also think there are many resources available
and people willing to help.” Faiella also seemed to think the support at Coginchaug for these issues is good, and people are able to reach out to talk and get help. It may be hard to get help if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, but there are many outlets available to help. Online, there are many sources like the CT Public Health Alert, which offer support for people that are struggling with these issues. At Coginchaug, guidance recently sent an email to parents, informing them about
mental health issues and offering their support, and other outlets for people to take care of themselves. Things that are mentioned in the Public Health flyer are reminders to remain strong and calm when dealing with mental health issues. They also say that it is important to know how to handle these situations. Knowing the right questions to ask, knowing who to talk to, and knowing the warning signs of mental health are methods they give that may help someone out. Offering support can only do so Continued on page 3
Town Times | towntimes.com
ACB SET TO REMAKE SUPREME COURT By Diya Patel
On September 26th, President Donald J. Trump introduced Judge Amy Coney Barrett as his nominee to the Supreme Court, presenting her as an advocate for conservative principles. Former Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a fearless pioneer for women’s rights, had passed away 8 days earlier, on September 18th, and had told her granddaughter, Clara Spera, “My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed.” This dying wish, however, went overlooked, as Former Judge Amy Barrett became known as Associate Justice Amy Barrett, stepping into a position that was formerly held by a liberal woman. In her Rose Garden Address, Barrett made it clear that she would be looking to conservative Justice Antonin Scalia, for whom she had once worked for, on matters of law. While Ginsburg and Scalia were indeed dear friends, they were on polar opposite sides on some of the most diverse and controversial topics today. Gun rights are an immensely controversial topic, especially amongst today’s political leaders. Barrett, a conservative, indicated through her speeches and writings that she too would be against Ginsburg’s polar opposite on a range of issues that included gun laws. Ginsburg was a firm opponent of a broad interpretation of a constitutional right to “keep and bear arms”. Barrett’s dissent in the 2019 case Kanter v. Barr, is one in which she argued that a blanket gun possession based on a former felony status institutes a violation of the Constitution. She argued that the policymakers from the founding era were more concerned with keeping guns out of the hands of dangerous people, not people that were convicted with nonviolent felonies. Ginsburg was a strong advocate against challenges to state and local gun laws, stating in a 2013 interview, “I view the Second Amendment is rooted in the time totally allied to the need to support a militia,” Since her death, pro-gun litigators have been increasingly pressing the Supreme Court to take their cases. Alongside gun laws comes another controversial topic: abortion. Ginsburg, an advocate for a women’s right to choose, believed deeply that the Constitution protects a women’s right to an abortion. Former Justice Ginsburg wrote in a dissent in Gonzales v. Carhart, a case in which the court upheld a federal restriction on abortion, she had stated, “[L] egal challenges to undue restrictions on abortion procedures do not seek to vindicate some generalized notion of privacy; rather, they center a women’s autonomy to determine her own life’s course and thus to enjoy equal citizenship stature.” This was a point she had been making ever since her 1993 Senate confirmation hearings. Former Justice Ginsburg continued to write about women’s Continued on page 3
2020-2021 Devil’s Advocate Adviser’s Note Welcome to the first print edition of the Devil’s Advocate for the 2020-2021 school year. I am happy to be working with a talented group of students this year. In a time when so many things have changed, one thing that has remained consistent has been the dedication of our student journalists. Although our print publication was delayed this year, more of their work can be found on our website at crhsnews.com. Any errors in the layout of this edition are entirely the responsibility of the new faculty adviser, who is a novice user of Adobe InDesign. The Devil’s Advocate is the official student newspaper of Coginchaug Regional High School, located in Durham, CT, representing the towns of Durham, Middlefield, and Rockfall. The DA is a proud representative of Regional School District 13; however, this publication is student-run and does not assume to reflect the views of RSD13 administration or staff.
Contact Us Email: crhsdevilsad@gmail.com Twitter: @crhsdevilsadv Facebook: Devil’s Advocate Coginchaug Phone: 860-349-7215 Adviser: Mr. William Kurtz wkurtz@rsd13.org
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
A11
crhsnews.com February 26, 2021 Album Review: “Positions” Decently Forgettable Remote Learning at
“Positions,” released at the end of October by Ariana Grande, is a pop album, but it does try some interesting combinations. The album blends R&B with varying forms of hip-hop like mumble rap and trap influence. The overall vibe issomewhere between soft electro-pop and energetic lofi hip-hop. All of this is to say that this album has fingers in many different pies, yet they all turned out the same. No single song on this album leaves a musical impression While listening to it, I did frequently enjoy the backing tracks and beats of the songs. They made me want to get up and dance, and I think they conveyed intriguing musicality. Yet, as the moment the final notes faded away, I sat there, pen hovering over my notebook, ready to jot down my summative thoughts, I realized something: I didn’t have any. While in the moment, I may have felt an iota of something, or just bobbed my head, satisfied to be moving along
By Jenna Ulizio
with the music. Afterward, though, I had nothing left but a profound amount of emptiness. There were multiple songs in the album that did not hold my attention, what sparse interest the genrebending could bring me was not enough to catch my ears. Only a few songs- “Just Like Magic,” “Off the Table,” “Pov”- got me thinking. But even then, the moment the track switched, anything I felt was immediately gone. So, “Positions” has me in a weird, well, position. How do you talk about an album that you have no thoughts on? Every time I sat back down to write this review, I felt as if there was some greater message, a secret door I was supposed to fall into, that I simply missed. Did I miss the moment where I was given the key that unlocked that door? I do not think so. I think this album just served as a momentary distraction for those interested in it. Distracting as it was, it’s now infuriating as I
linger, trying to piece together something of worth here. Because, as much as I disliked this album, very few things are without note or possible praise, and I do try to remain optimistic with my reviews, if harsh. With that stated, it is important to know that not every song was an apathetic experience for me. I thought the idea behind “Off the table” was one of the stronger outings on this album. It deals with one of the central focuses of the album, love after grief, and the singer questions whether she is ready to truly love again. There is thick doubt and conflict through the lyrics, and with the ballad-like instrumentation, the song puts forth a clear expression of effort. Coupled with a decent feature performance by The Weeknd, the song stood out to me. The track “Pov” was also a lyrical highlight. With vocals that felt human, it was a breath of fresh air, even with its simple beat. It was a slow
Continued on page 4
SUPREME COURT (Continued)
as she spoke about abortion throughout her time as a Supreme Court Justice. On an opposing side, Amy Barrett believes that abortions are “always immoral” stating that the Catholic Church’s teaching on abortion being immoral would have no bearing on her duties as a judge, should she be selected. As a law professor in Notre Dame in 2006, Justice Amy Barrett had signed a newspaper ad that had openly opposed “abortion on demand” and was one of her first direct display of her views pertaining to abortion. This newspaper read, “We, the following citizens of Michiana, oppose abortion on demand and defend the right of life from fertilization to natural death.” which was part of a statement by St. Joseph County Right to Life - one of the county’s oldest active pro-life organizations. Unlike other candidates nominated to the federal branch, Justice Barrett had hesitation at her recent confirmation hearing endorsing Brown v. Board of Education, the Supreme Court’s famous 1954 desegregation decision. However, when asked about Obergefell v. Hodges, the court’s 2015 decision saying same-sex couples have a right to marry, she quickly hit the brakes. Barrett’s refusal to publicly claim that Obergefell was correctly decided, has frustrated many Senate Democrats as well as LGBTQ+ activists. “She defended the dissenters in the court’s landmark marriage-equality case,” stated Human Rights Campaign President Alphonso David, when called to the Senate to reject Barrett’s nomination. Former Associate Justice Ginsburg, however, had an opposing point of view. Ginsburg’s beliefs are impacted on LGBTQ+ Americans to this day from the legal restrictions of queer lives to the decriminalization of homosexuality and job protections. It wasn’t long after her 1993 appointment, that she had her first opportunity to weigh in on issues of fundamental importance to queer people, with Romar v. Evans in 1996. This case arose from a dispute in Colorado, where voters had passed a state constitutional amendment in order to prohibit the recognition of queer people as a protected class. After some lengthy litigation processes, the
CRHS By Madison Burt
Due to the Coronavirus during the second half of the 20192020 school year all students were moved to distance learning and since then some students have continued to learn remotely during the 2020-2021 school year. This new way of learning has had its challenges but overall it has had a lot of benefits for students. In order to get the best education possible from home, remote students have been logging into Google Meets during classtime. The changes have taken alot of work and communication between the teachers and students. Multiple students including Ken Wallen said, “the hardest thing would have to be getting hard copies because you can’t directly print off of a Cchromebook without a school printer.” Other students talked about how sometimes it is hard for themselves to stay motivated and continue to sign into classes from home. Another difficulty for students is seeing the board through the camera due to the size and the angle the camera is facing. Overall, teachers have been really accommodating and helpful with remote students because they know that most are trying to the best of their abilities given the circumstances. They are spending extra time with their students on zoom after school and even on the weekends. Teachers have had to change a lot of what their curriculum looks like for the students who are at home. They are using technology to be able to teach students and keep everyone as engaged as possible. Whenever a student asks for help the teachers are always willing to give it. At home learning and in person learning are different because of the location school work is being done and in person people do not have to go through all of the technical errors. They both are a way of learning and for the most part everyone is doing the same things to learn. Remote students are able to participate through the Google Meets and interact with students in person. Group projects are still happening just with different restrictions than in past years. Some have seen improved grades and are learning better than they have before. For students who have school anxiety or other issues that would impact them in school online learning is very helpful. When doing school online students are given more independence and some students find that the days go faster. The google meets keep students help accountable and gives them more structure to their learning. The cCoronavirus caused online learning to blast off and some students have flourished from it. Although there have been a lot of challenges for both teachers and their students. Everyone has been able to work together for the best possible outcome of the situation. While not knowing exactly what is to come in the future we do know that we will be prepared to continue to learn as normally as possible. US Supreme Court decided to overturn the amendment, with Ginsburg joining a ruling which declared that, “the amendment seems inexplicable by anything but animus toward the class that it affects; it lacks a rational relationship to legitimate state interests.” From this we can see that Ginsburg’s liberal beliefs led her to fundamentally expand upon the American promise of freedom and liberty to all - a promise that to this day, remains to be achieved.
A12
Friday, February 26, 2021
4 February 26, 2021 Movie Review: Opinion: Vegetarian Options (continued)
According to a 2018 Gallup Poll, about 5% of American adults, what comes out to be around 16 million people, consider themselves to be vegetarian. This is rising every year as new studies come out on how to be healthier as a vegetarian and new methods of substitution are being introduced. To support such a selfless and positive movement, why not help our fellow vegetarians out? If we were to adjust the variety of foods at lunch, not even adding more options, necessarily, but making some of the preexisting options vegetarian-friendly, we would not interfere with the preferences of the other students. Our non-vegetarian advocate said, “Making a grilled cheese with ham [for example], isn’t necessary because non-vegetarian kids would still eat a plain grilled cheese. Ergo, a plain grilled cheese would be nice every once in a while.” Many of the school lunches that are served are unnecessarily made with meat. There are many alternatives to serve as a side that provide great nutritional value, such as nuts, tofu, eggs, seeds, and your typical meat substitutes like veggie burgers. Vegetarian-friendly foods don’t need to be some complicated obstacle, but a simple solution that welcomes more students to eat a fulfilling lunch. Another Coginchaug vegetarian said, “Food is obviously very important for people to be successful, our school rarely has vegetarian options and when they do it usually consists of a box of lettuce with a few carrots. The lack and often absence of fulfilling options to vegetarian students actively hinders their ability to succeed in the school environment.” Sure, students can make the decision to make their own food and bring it to school, but this is a hassle on its own for anyone, considering there aren’t any lockers to store the bag in all day and you have to carry it around to add to the heavy weight from your backpack. Other disadvantages to bringing lunch is that it spills, takes up room, takes up time, and can’t be warmed up in a microwave. All of these may seem frivolous, but the other students don’t face the same consequences. Rather than ignoring the values of certain students and leaving them to fend for themselves, Coginchaug should reevaluate their meal options to be more inclusive.
Town Times | towntimes.com
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom By Jenna Ulizio
When you turn on the radio, each song carries a rich history. Genre, style, theme, it all came from somewhere. A huge chunk of that history is the rise of blues and the black musicians who created it. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, directed by George C. Wolfe, takes an in-depth look at one of the genre’s trailblazers in a story of big dreams, interracial tensions, and tragedy. This film shows extreme artistry in the way the story and characters are written and developed. Through incredible performances and a powerful story, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom marries history, music, and character in a perfect storm of emotion that creates a three-dimensional story that only spans the timeframe of a single recording session. The film takes place during one recording session as music producers, Mr. Irvin and Sturdyvant, attempt to finish and market Ma’s next big album. Ma, played by Viola Davis, is accompanied by her backup band, Toledo, Slow Drag, Cutler, and Levee, as well as her nephew, Sylvester, and young female companion, Dussie Mae. Levee, played by Chadwick Boseman, is a strong-willed, hot-headed trumpet player with dreams of making his own band and releasing his own music. Ma, who is very controlling over her style, often conflicts with Levee as well as the record producers and the other members of her band. She is a token diva with frequent demands and a stubborn attitude. Recurring tensions over race between the white producers and the musicians as well as conflicts in the characters’ pasts also come to light and set the story on a collision course with disaster. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is one of the most wellwritten, character-driven films to grace Netflix in a very long time. The most astounding part of the film is what it was able to achieve with character development in such a short Bike Trail (continued) amount of time. Without feeling rushed, Ma Rainey’s Black started with very little of the trail done. After a couple of weeks the trail had Bottom brought to life an exquisite cast of dynamic charbeen extended a lot further. The group was able to flatten out many of the acters through stellar writing and vivid performances. Not hills. When asking Aj Defilio a student in the class what flattening out the only were these characters able to carry a compelling plot, hills did he said ¨It makes it easier for the riders to get up the hill.¨ but they were also able to provide insightful perspective and As you can see this is a very hardworking class with intentions to commentary on social justice issues that have affected, and keep improving the trail. Although they face some adversity when making it still affect, our country to this day. With moving monologues they will get it done and continue to have classes improve it after them. about the struggles of being an African-American in 1920s America and a beautifully chilling ending, the movie leaves Mental Health (continued) its viewers with something to think about. That does not much as to helping someone deal with a mental health issue. It is hard to even begin to mention the amazing soundtrack this movie acknowledge it, but sometimes you have to be honest and do what is best for had. In telling the story of the making of a blues record, a you or your friends well being. Speaking up and getting yourself or someone good soundtrack is to be expected, but this one certainly had ear-worms at every turn. else help could save a life or just make someone’s life better. Don’t be ner Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom was a breath of fresh air vous to help, it never hurts to try. in an otherwise suffocating year. The film’s release and the “Positions” Review (continued) last days of 2020 hit America hand-in-hand. As our world welcomes the new year and eagerly turns its sights away ponderous song that built and built wonderfully. It had a simple meaning, but it was an from the last, it is important to remember the highlights, this agreeable song about accepting all of a person in a relationship. movie being one. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is chilling, Still, while I can recognize the attempt to explore deeper themes on the album, most of the poignant, and breath-taking, illuminating the struggles of a songs felt incredibly hollow. While Ariana Grande sang them very well- her vocal perforfight still being fought, all set to a bluesy soundtrack that will mance was a definite high to this album- many tracks just flew right through me, leaving me stick in your brain for days. This movie will forever serve as unmoved. If not for the instrumentals keeping this album some semblance of alive, I may a reminder: a reminder of a battle being fought everyday for have completely tuned everything out. Still, there can be something said for its ability to social justice, of the art that can come in times of pain, and completely take a person out of their mind, for better or worse. I just wish I enjoyed myself a of the life and career of a beloved actor gone too soon. little more while it happened.
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.
COVID testing. This service provides free transportation within the Middletown Area Transit service area and is available seven days per week. The service is available to all residents within the Middletown Transit District. The trip must begin in Middletown, Middlefield, East Hampton, Portland or Durham. You may book a trip by calling the taxi provider, Curtin Transportation, at 860-443-1655. Reservations may be made between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Reservations must be made at least one day in advance.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers have increased their calls, texts, emails, and in-person visits to convince Eversource customers to make payments to avoid service disconnection. Customers can verify they are speaking with an Eversource representative by asking for some basic information about their account like the name
Briefs From A4
Utility assistance With the start of a new year, Eversource is reminding customers to enroll in one of its payment plans or assistance programs to protect them from service disconnection by calling 800-286-2828. Both residential and nonresidential customers are eligible for payment arrangements at this time. Customers can learn more about payment programs and enroll at Eversource.com/BillHelp.
Xavier fundraiser Xavier High School's $20K raffle will yield one winner. It could be you. The winner will be chosen on April 30 at
on the account, the account address, and the exact past due balance. Eversource urges anyone who believes they are a target of improper solicitation to immediately contact local law enforcement. Customers are also encouraged to contact the energy company at l-800-286-2000.
11 a.m., For more information contact the Advancement Office at 860-346-7735 or email advancement@ xavierhighschool.org.
School meals
school’s webpage. Under the Reopening tab, there’s an order form and instructions on when and where to pick up lunches. Breakfast bags are available daily for students to take home.
Brilliant BasementtnemesaB tnailli
RSD13 has been approved to Business Owner / Service Provider? offer free lunch and breakLIST YOUR SERVICE fast. Students participating In Our Business / Service Directory in remote learning order Basement Services 203-238-1953 secivreS gnifoorpretaW tnemesaB lunch by going to Waterproofing their
Waterproofing, LLC CLL ,gnifoorpreta
Over 36 Years combined experience. .ecneirepxe denibmoc sraeY 63 revO Fully Transferable Written Guarantee*, Sump Pumps,,spmuP pmuS ,*eetnarauG nettirW elbarefsnarT 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
R230319
Dial-A-Ride. This service is curb-to-curb transportation for the elderly and disabled residents of Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall to appointments in Middlefield, Durham, Middletown, Port-
land and East Hampton. This service can be used for medical appointments, shopping, banking and other places. Fare is $3.50 each way. This service is available six days a week, Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. An application must be completed. It can be found at middletownareatransit.org under ADA/Dial-A-Ride. Or, contact the Human Services office for a hard copy. Reservations can be made two days in advance. Call MAT at 860346-0212 and press 2.
* written details available upon request D801038_V3
www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com moc.gnifoorpretawtnemesabtnaillirb
www.brilliantbasementwaterproofing.com HIC. 0653192 • CALL US SU LLAC • 2913560 .CIH
860-598-8091 1908-895-06
R236831v2
Out-of-county medical trips. This service is curb-tocurb transportation for older adults and disabled residents of Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall to out-ofcounty medical appointments on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Seventytwo hours notice is required for out-of-county medical trips. Under current circumstances, booking is available up to three months in advance. Call 860-346-0212 and press 2. Mention what town you are calling from and what type of trip you are looking to book. If you do not hear from MAT one day before your planned trip, contact them to confirm.
Eversource: Utility scams on the rise
3 V_ 8 3 010 8 D
Middletown Area Transit
A13
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Upgrades made to CHET savings plan Connecticut State Treasurer and Trustee of the Connecticut Higher Education Trust, Shawn T. Wooden, has relaunched the state’s 529 college savings plan under new program manager, Fidelity Investments. Existing CHET Direct Plan account owners should visit Fidelity.com/CHETactivate to activate their accounts.
The CHET Advisor Plan will be effective on March 22. As the cost of education rises, a recent study by Fidelity shows 78 percent of parents nationwide have started saving for higher education, with Connecticut parents just above the national average at 79 percent. Nearly all Connecticut parents surveyed (92 percent), said they
HELP KEEP Coming to your home or business
HELP US HELP YOU, CONTINUE RECEIVING “YOUR” LOCAL WEEKLY.
New enhancements to the CHET plan include no minimum amount to open a CHET Direct 529 account, no annual account fees, and free planning and guidance for families in their college savings journey. For more information, visit AboutChet.com.
STUFF TO SELL? Call Us.
203-238-1953
From A1
“We want to keep in mind that we are trending in the right direction, but we will still be dealing with COVID in the spring,” Lungarini added. “The best insurance is still to do your part and taking mitigating steps to reduce the spread of COVID.” The spring season was always a priority for the CIAC after losing all of the 2020 campaign due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Feb. 18, the CIAC also gave updates on the winter sports of competitive cheerleading, competitive dance, wrestling, indoor track jumping events as well as the spring sport of boys lacrosse. All were previously deemed high risk for the spread of COVID-19 and recommended not to be played. Earlier this month, however, the National Federation did away with the
R237819
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.
hope to cover at least some of the cost of higher education for their children. The reason to start saving early and often has never been clearer, as Americans currently owe an estimated $1.67 trillion in student debt.
CIAC
Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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.
“high, moderate and low” risk categories for each sport, instead directing individual states to take other factors into account, such as community infection rates, to determine what sports are safe to play. That’s what led to the CIAC convening with DPH and Lamont’s office. Now, all sports appear to be moving forward with the exception of wrestling, which remains limited to conditioning and non-contact skill work in four-person cohorts. The CIAC hoped it could stage wrestling dual meets in March, but the DPH held to its original recommendation. Virtual competition in competitive cheerleading and competitive dance can start on March 1. Cheerleaders and dancers must wear masks except when engaged in stunts, lifts, tumbling and other acrobatics, but the mask must be put on immediately following the activity. Dual meets in Indoor track meets can also begin on March 1. Runners must wear masks. Jumpers can takes theirs off to complete jumps, then must put them back on. Also, Feb. 18, the CIAC Board of Control affirmed the CIAC’s position that fans and other spectators not be allowed. However, the CIAC is leaving the discretion up to each local district.
Interested in Classified Advertising? Call Us.
203-238-1953
MIMS OIL
CALL FOR TODAY’S LOW PRICE 203-238-7512
R235472
A14
Order online:
mimsoil.com 24 Hours/7 Days 50 gal. delivery
ENERGY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE H.O.D. 7 225630
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
A15
Prepare for power outages with a Generac home standby generator REQUEST A FREE QUOTE!
844-998-3817 7-Year Extended Warranty* A $695 Value!
Offer valid December 15, 2020 - March 1, 2021
Special Financing Available Subject to Credit Approval
*To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions.
R237548v2
FREE
A16
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Letters
In 1939, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of Democratic President Roosevelt, proposed that the world renowned African American contralto Marion Andersen sing at an event at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. The Daughters of the American Revolution refused permission because the performer was a “negress.”
From A2
south, was horribly racist. They wanted their slaves back, created the KKK, conducted lynchings and created black codes. They were called Dixiecrats by northerners for a reason. So here are some of the facts left out of his narrative.
CROSSWORD ANSWER
SUDOKU ANSWER
The ever brilliant Mrs. Roosevelt moved the event to the Lincoln Memorial, where on April 9, 1939 Marion Andersen performed the song God Bless America to an audience of 75,000 on the National Mall.
Thus, many of them became “your” problem. So can we please move on from this rhetoric?
In 1948, President Truman, also a Democrat, ended segregation in the U.S. military. In 1963, Democratic President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act. At that point, the Dixiecrats started leaving the Democratic Party, and slowly infiltrated the Republican Party.
Editor :
Trish Nellis Dynia
Support our grads Graduation for the Coginchaug Regional High School Class of 2021 is fast approaching – a time of celebration, high hopes and lasting memories. For the 32nd consecutive year, we will celebrate our
Town Times
...serving Durham, Middlefield & Rockfall
Joy Boone, Advertising
R236751v4
R227009
500 South Broad Street • Meriden, CT 06450 203-317-2313 • Fax 203-235-4048 advertising@towntimes.com
SERVICE DIRECTORY R232135_V2
R INTERIO
If we are not yet able to gather safely, the committee will once again find a way to celebrate the Class of 2021. Last year, with the help of Kim’s Cottage Confections, Dari Serve, Dunkin Donuts, Middlefield Youth and Family Services and Liberty Bank, we were able to coordinate a drive-through Project Graduation gift bag distribution and senior parade. Project Graduation is a selfsupporting program. We receive no funding from the school budget. It is only through the generosity and support of parents, community members and local businesses that we have been able to host Project Graduation. Please consider sending a monetary donation to CRHS Project Graduation, P.O. Box 81, Durham, CT 06422 or Venmo @projectgradcrhs. Thank you for your support!
DESIGNS • INSTALLATIONS • RENOVATIONS R236330_V2
Kitchens • Baths • Drywall • Painting • Ceilings • Flooring • Interior • Doors
1289953 102794R
860-719-1917
E TH
TR E E M A N , C No Job Too Small or Large
Available 365 Days a Year Large Take Down Specialists #1 Customer Satisfaction
From A7
Residential & Commercial CT Lic. Arbor # S-5765
SEPTIC ISSUES? 1289925 79167-01
You need someone you can trust to do the digging. Call Randy Whitehouse, 860-349-1904.
WHITEHOUSE CONSTRUCTION INC. 860-349-1904 | whitehouseconstructioninc.com Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
R237209v2
R232134v2
Durham, Connecticut | CT Lic. #554559
Paving • Gravel Driveway Restoration • Top Soil Retaining Walls Paving Gravel Driveway Restoration Top •Soil Retaining Septic Systems Excavator, Backhoe + Walls • Drainage Drainage Stump Grinding • Septic Systems • Excavator, Backhoe Light & Heavy Hauling Residential + Commercial Dozer Work + Dozer Work • Light & Heavy Hauling • Residential + Commercial
CRHS Project Graduation Committee (Lisa Onofrio, Kathy DeBrum, Stacey Durand, Jennifer Zettergren, Corrin Hultgren, Bonny Fowler, Tracey Garofalo and Maura Caramanello)
Judges R238518_V2
We Work Year Round!
R237952_v2
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
LL
ED
lindajoneshomeimprovements@gmail.com HIC 644311
, Middlefield
senior class. Our hope is that they can experience the allnight, substance-free party we have planned. We need your help to make this night a success and to continue this tradition for years to come.
state prosecutor, Chris Pelosi of Berlin. Lamont’s other selections are: Maximino Medina Jr. of Bridgeport, Linda Allard of West Hartford, John Cirello of of New Haven, William Clark of New Haven, Kimberly Massicotte of Burlington, Carletha Texidor of Southington, Jessica Torres Shlatz of West Hartford, Gladys Idelis Nieves of New Haven, Edward O’Hanlan of Old Lyme, Angelica Papastavros of Killingworth, and Carla Nascimento Zahner of West Hartford.
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Abrams
Living in recovery webinar
Harry Burr – Recovery Employment Program Charles Mitchell – Recovery Employment Program Ana Gopoian – Tri Circle, Inc.
“Our family serving Your family”
129826R 1287233
Wallingford: (203) 265-7328 Toll Free: (800) 269-0948 www.RidOfBugs.com
• 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
R237711v2
Locally Owned and Operated Since 1977
Connecticut Business License # B-2045
cell 860-539-5879 office 860-349-8029 email petethetreeguy@yahoo.com Insured Arborist Service Lic. #S-5428
GOLSCHNEIDER PAINTING Over 30 Years Experience
Interior Painting
“We have to cut through red tape and reduce some of the costs associated with running a small business, whether that’s excess fees, regulations or zoning requirements. We need to be more friendly to small businesses, which are the backbone of our state, and get everybody back to work.”
R238680
Andy Golschneider • (860) 349-3549 CT Lic. #HIC 606826 Durham, CT R238368_V2
www.FuelOilHeat.com
Brownstone Psychological Associates, LLC LIMITED GENERATORS IN STOCK - 20KW WINTER IS HERE! LIMITED GENERATORS IN STOCK - 20KW DON’T BE CAUGHT WITHOUT POWER!
WINTER IS HERE!! CALL
860-349-5449
Debra S. Nelson, Psy.D. & Stacia K. Bjarnason, Ph.D. 199 Main Street, Durham, CT Durham, CT 860-788-3231 860-788-3231
R237199v2
Some sizes available for immediate install.
Used & reconditioned generators also available. Kohler and Generac can be ordered. Call for pricing on a complete install, generator and transfer switch.
www.BrownstonePsychological.com
Lic# PL204680 DON’T BE CAUGHT WITHOUT POWER! R234347
1283529
Also, the new senator said he will strive to improve access to affordable healthcare and strengthen the school system, believing teachers, parents and students all should have a say in local education decisions.
A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.
Specializing in Removing Large Trees in Small Spaces
Family Pest Control LLC
“We need to minimize the government’s control over small businesses and allow them to flourish and grow,” he said.
As a member of the Appropriations and Public Safety and Security Committee, Cicarella, a former corrections officer, said he is committed to supporting law enforcement and mitigating public safety issues.
The eight-person committee is an integral component of a multi-month process outlined by the Connecticut Constitution. Committee members, chosen by the four top legislative leaders and appointed by the governor, will use data from the 2020 Census in redrawing district lines. The com-
The redrawing of districts to ensure that everyone’s vote has equal importance is part of a process that takes place in each state of the nation.
SERVICE DIRECTORY
From A1
Cicarella believes overly complicated regulations handcuff business owners.
“The redistricting process is an indispensable part of ensuring the legislature represents the
To register, visit middlesexchamber.com.
Cicarella cut locations. He is also the owner of National Bug Sweep and Advanced Installations.
democracy. I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure voting in Connecticut remains a fair, straight-forward and equal process across the state and to identifying areas, through redistricting, in which voting can be made more equitable."
mittee is expected to prepare and submit a districting plan to the Connecticut General Assembly for their approval.
Some sizes available for immediate install.
Used & reconditioned generators also available. Kohlers and Generac can also be ordered. Call for pricing on a complete install, generator and transfer switch.
CAHILL
CAHILL SEPTIC SERVICE EST. 1965
• Septic tank cleaning • Septic systems installed & repaired • Sewer drain cleaning • Portable restroom rentals
270 MAIN STREET, MIDDLEFIELD • 860-349-8551
R236331_v2
Join the following panelists for a discussion that will include general information on taking the next steps in your recovery journey:
Julie Price – Connecticut Clinician for Children & Families of Addiction
From A1
R238666_V2
The program will be presented by the Chamber’s Recovery Employment Program, Middlesex County Substance Abuse Action Council and the Connecticut Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services.
Reverend Robyn Ross – How Can We Help? Ministerial Health Ministries
R238519v2
The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce will host a free virtual webinar, “Learning to Live in Recovery,” on Wednesday, March 10, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
voices of the people of Connecticut,” said Looney. “I am pleased to name Sen. Daugherty Abrams to the committee and trust her in her dedication to upholding the principle of one person, one vote.”
A17
A18
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Legal Notices & Classifieds
Reach over 310,000 readers. Call us today 203-238-1953
RJ MEDIA GROUP | Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | HOMEBASE Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times | The Post Help Wanted
Autos Wanted
Lawn and Garden
SHEET METAL MECHANICS, APPRENTICES & HELPERS
Steady work, good benefits. Call for interview. 860-828-3762.
Classifieds Open 8:30–5 Monday thru Friday. Call Us.
203-238-1953 WELDER/ FABRICATOR
Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication, light structural, min 5-10 yrs experience, steady work, good benefits. Call for interview. 860-828-3762
Help Wanted
WASTE WATER
CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.
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
PREMIUM SCREENED TOPSOIL
Wanted To Buy
HILL AUC1,2,3 Items or an Estate GRASSY TIONS, - an Estate $$$ CASH $$$ Sale, Liquidation, Attic Todd Shamock & Basement Cleanout Estate Sale Service Company is Always Costume Jewelry, Buying and providing services all over ConAntiques, Dolls, Toys, necticut. These are just Paintings,Meriden Items a FEW of the things 203-494-1695 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, AARON’S BUYING Vintage Electronics, Old Machinist Tools, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Lathes, BenchTools, Matchbox & HotHand Tools & more. wheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, (203) 525-0608. Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Furniture, Straight Razors, ALWAYS BUYING Shaving Items, Political CASH PAID Items, Comic Books, Vintage Electronics, Sports Cards & AutoMusical Instrugraphs…& THE LIST ments, Amps, Ham GOES ON! So please Equipment, HiFi, give us a call at your Radios, CB, Guiearliest convenience. tars, Audio EquipGrassy Hill Auctions ment, Antiques. 203-868-1816 - Grassy 860-707-9350 HillAuctions.com
Classifieds Open 8:30–5 Monday thru
$25/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819
TOP PRICES PAID
Wanted To Buy
Sporting Goods and Health
Friday. Call Us.
203-238-1953
For Junk or unwanted vehicles, Toyota’s etc. PISTOL PERMIT - CerAssistant tification, for groups of Please call Mike @ 203Superintendent – 4 or less, masks req’d, 284-8562 8am-5pm. Sewer. Assist in the 1 session only, $140. technical and superviso(203) 415-1144. Apartments For ry oversight of the water Rent pollution control plant. Wood Fuel Heating Must have a bachelor’s Equipment degree in environmental science, chemical TREE LENGTH engineering or other FIREWOOD engineering with courses CALL FOR DETAILS related to the waste 203-238-2149 treatment field, plus 4 years responsible expeAntiques and Collectrience in water pollution ibles control or and equivMERIDEN 1st fl., 2 BR alent combination of 1723 1/2P HIBERNIA experience and training apt., fully remod., W/D & COIN - Vig. details, N.G.C. Graded. $65. substituting on a year for GAR incl., $1,200 mo. + sec. dep. Call Ken, Firm, Larry, 203-671year basis. Must pos(702) 445-5646. 9636. sess or be able to obtain within the probationary ANTIQUES - Always period, a State of CT buying old; Toys, Class IV Water Treatment military, jewelry, art, watches, musical Plant Operator’s License. instruments, signs, Must have a valid driver’s arcade games, license. Salary: $76,021 cameras, pre 1970 $400-$600 every 2 weeks+ Tips (Depending on area) - $97,266 annually sports memorabilplus an excellent fringe ia, plus more. One Routes available in the following towns: benefit package. Apply: item or entire estate WANTED Individual contents. Call 860Department of Human 718-5132. MERIDEN • WALLINGFORD • SOUTHINGTON firearms, collections & Resources, Town of estates including military Wallingford, 45 South CHESHIRE • MIDDLETOWN • DURHAM & related items.Federally Main Street, Wallingford, $$$BEAT ANY PRICE$$$ Make extra cash before you go to work making early CT 06492. Forms will Antiques, military licensed firearms dealer. Gunsmith, appraisals, items, oddities, anymorning newspaper deliveries using your own vehicle. be mailed upon request Richard Pleines, (860) thing of value, motorfrom the Department NO experience necessary.· Must be able to deliver early 663-2214. cyles, minibikes, go of Human Resources mornings, 7 days a week starting at 2:00a.m. MUST be carts. Estate & free apor may be downloaded dependable, able to read a map and a route list with spepraisal services. Gary, from the Department of 24/7, 203-237-4124. cific delivery instructions. We will demonstrate the route Human Resources Web to you. Routes average 1.5 to 3 hours daily. No collections BUYING MACHINIST Page. The closing date required. Not Temp Work, Long Term Contracts. TOOLBOXES - Tools Advertise with us. will be that date the 50th & tooling, contents of application form/resume 203-317-2312 machine shops, home is received, or March 23, workshops and small 2021, whichever occurs lathes. Call anytime before 11 a.m. and start tomorrow 860-985-5760 first. EOE
Delivery Routes Available Newspaper Delivery
Call Vinny @ 860-846-6399
237783
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Town Times | towntimes.com
Friday, February 26, 2021
Businesses & Services Attics and Basements Cleaned
Junk Removal
203-238-1953
Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results.
Moving and Storage
GARY WODATCH
Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
Carpentry
CARPENTRY
Repairs, Decks & Porches, Sheetrock & Taping Water Damage Repairs. Free Est. Ins. MC & Visa. Call Bill (203) 901-2136. CT. Reg. # 0647093
Electrical Services
CLEAN & REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *FALL YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218.
TEC ELECTRICAL
Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122
Gutters
RT RELOCATION Your moving and storage specialists. Call for a free estimate. 833-668-3978.
Home Improvements
Specializing in roofing, siding, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, basement remodeling. Senior citizen discount Insured. Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
House Cleaning POLISH CLEANING SERVICES - Houses and offices, please give us a call, Aneta, (860) 8395339.
MOVE YOU
Plumbing GEORGE J MACK & SONS - Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 15% Sr citizen disc. 203-238-2820.
Let Us BEAR Your Junk! Junk Removal in CT Ice Damage Removal. Snow removal from Roof. #0649808 203.510.3830. Financing avail. www. lmconstructionct.com
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.
MORE WAYS TO
Roofing
Landscaping
Handyperson
A19
More Local Coverage IF YOU Mention This Ad FALL 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
Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Classifieds.
Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential & commercial roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
Tree Services
More local coverage means more content that’s meaningful to you. News that affects your life. Stories that hit home. The Most Local News covering your town every day More Local Sports stories, photos and results Front Porch News profiling your neighbors every Monday Local Opinions with editorial pages seven days a week It’s content that moves you, at home and on the go.
Specializing in tree removal, trimming, chipping & grinding. Call for free estimate. 203-945-1808.
FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL
Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | Homebase Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times 500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut 203.235.1661 | rjmediagroup.com
MEDIA THAT MOVES YOU
>>
A20
Friday, February 26, 2021
Town Times | towntimes.com
150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE ENJOYING A NEW SHOWER IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK N IG W S DE E R NOWE
r237638v2
SH
FREE IN-HOME DESIGN CONSULTATION-CALL TODAY newshowerdeal.com/record | 844-432-7037 *Offer valid only while supplies last. Limit one per household. Must be first time purchase. Minimum spend amount applies. Financing subject to third party credit approval. Some financing options cannot be combined with other offers and may require minimum monthly payments. All offers subject to change prior to purchase. See AmericanStandardShowers.com for other restrictions and for licensing, warranty, and company information. CSLB B982796; Suffolk NY: 55431H;NYC:HIC 2022748-DCA. Safety Tubs Co. LLC does not sell in Nassau NY, Westchester NY, Putnam NY, Rockland NY.