Town Times

9-year-old leads winter coat drive

By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN Mea Sky Wallen learned the value of paying it forward from her parents Vanessa and Ken Wallen by donating out grown and unwanted toys and clothing.

But it’s not everyday a 9year-old and her sister give up their Thanksgiving holi day to help the less fortunate. It troubled the Middlefield fourth-grader to see people without warm coats and hats in the cold weather. So Mea informed her mother and

her aunt Carmen Chaparro, who is the Membership and Community Engagement Di rector at the Meriden-New Britain YMCA, she wanted to do something to help.

And the effort to warm those in need took shape.

With the help of John Lyman Elementary School, Home Depot, and Browology on East Main Street, Mea col lected and distributed about 100 coats, blankets, scarves, hats and mittens to people who came for the Y’s annual Thanksgiving dinner Thurs

Holiday activities are set to begin

By Nicole Zappone Town Times

The holidays are right around the corner, and many local holiday events are on tap this weekend.

Saturday, Dec. 3: Visit with Santa at Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave., from 2 to 4 p.m. Crafts and snacks for children.

Saturday, Dec. 3: Durham tree light ing, 30 Town House Road, at 4 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 3: Reindeer goat pho tos at Lyman Orchards, 32 Reeds Gap

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Sunday, Dec. 4: Middlefield tree lighting, 406 Jackson Hill Road, at 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 4: Kid’s Gingerbread House workshops at Lyman Orchards, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, from 10 to 11 a.m. Tickets are $28 per person. Children ages 7 and under are allowed one adult to accompany them inside the bakery. People ages 8 and older must purchase a ticket to go inside.

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Before Thanksgiving break, the Coginchaug Regional High School Class of 2023 took its Senior Trip to Washington D.C. During their visit, the students spent some time with U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, and the longtime Connecticut lawmaker gave them a shout-out on social media, stating: “A big thank you to students from Coginchaug Regional High School who are visiting Capitol Hill today all the way from Durham, CT. Our youth are our future, and we can’t let them down. These students are forward thinkers and driven toward change. We’re ready to go fired up!” Rose DeLauro,

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Mea Sky Wallen, 9, of Middlefield, shows some of the coats that she has collected at the Meriden YMCA. Mea handed out coats as Thanksgiving dinners were picked up attheYMCA.

Aaron Flaum, Record-Journal

It’s December. Time to check in with Santa

think you have too many tai lors in your neck of the woods.

Dear Santa:

Well, here we are again. Are you as excited about Christ mas as I am? I hope so, since you are such a big part of it. It must be so much fun over seeing the elves making their toys. I can just picture you walking up and down the aisles, chuckling the whole way, telling your workers what an awesome job they are doing. And giving them kudos for their new ideas. You must be so much fun to work for.

So are you resting up, as much as you can this time of the year, in anticipation of your all-nighter on Christ mas Eve? I know you’re not getting any younger (well, maybe you are; after all, you are Santa Claus,) so I am wondering if keeping the peepers open all night is starting to be a bit of a chal lenge. Actually, come Christ mas Eve, you are probably

wide awake and having the time of your life, knowing that you are making so many children happy. I know you always made me happy.

Remember when I used to sit on your lap, many years and many pounds ago, and tell you my most fervent wishes? At first I thought you were a little scary, but I soon realized that you are just a big ‘ol teddy bear. You may recall that I always had a rather lengthy list. You did well, my friend.

So what have you been do ing all year? You’ll have to catch me up, since we only communicate on an annual basis. Lots of Sudoku? Play ing in the snow with Rudolph and the gang? Binge-watching your favorite shows? Eating the Missus’ homemade cookies, fresh out of the oven? Don’t eat too many. You do have to fit into that red suit, and I don’t

Monsieur Claus, I want to thank you for being so good to me. You did a bang-up job with the presents when I was a wee one. And al though you no longer slide down my chimney every year (although I do keep inviting you to pay me a vis it; you can use the door now), I still feel you with me.

I think of you as a Magical Being, not just the bearer of gifts. I think you turn ordi nary moments into gold. To me, you are always bigger than life. (No, that is not a comment on your rather large girth.) There is magic afoot this time or the year, and I attribute it to you. Things work out that I never thought would. There are synchronicities, reminding me that something always has my back. Joy and laugh ter and peace and love they seem to be everywhere. Well, in my world anyway. And I believe that you have a hand in it all.

Santa, you are the cat’s paja mas.

Much love, Diana

In Brief

Accidental Harmony

The Accidental Harmony community choir will pre sent its Christmas concert Sunday, Dec. 4, 7 p.m., at United Churches of Durham, 228 Main St.

Holiday fest

St. Colman Church, 170 Hub

bard St., Middlefield, will host a “Country Christmas Bazaar and Children’s Festi val” Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring crafts, jewelry, knitted items, baked goods, plants, and much more. Santa will make an appearance at 1 p.m.

Tree lighting

Middlefield’s annual tree

lighting will take place Sun day, Dec. 4 on the Town Green.

The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with music led by the CRHS band. Santa will ar rive at 6 to help light the tree and will be available for photos until 6:30. The Mid dlefield Volunteer Fire De partment will provide warm beverages and holiday re freshments.

Land trust buys key open space property on Beseck Mountain

By Kate Ramunni Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD The Wallingford Land Trust has added a pivotal piece of open space to its inventory, assuring a popular hiking trail will remain open.

The land trust recently pur chased 14 acres on Beseck Mountain that includes a portion of the Mattabesett Trail. The trust paid $15,000 for the land out of its re serves.

“We are very glad we were able to get it and we hope everybody goes out and en joys it,” said Dave Ellis, a land trust board member. “It was a high priority piece and when it was known it was going on the market, the Connecticut Forest & Park Association contacted us.”

The association identifies properties that if sold to pri vate owners create a risk of closing the trail, Ellis said. “This one going on the mar ket put the trail closure at

risk, and we got in touch with the owners who were selling it and we were able to come to terms. It was very important because it is a high priority trail.”

Land trust property is open to the public for passive

recreation.

“We allow the public to ac cess all our properties. Many of them have hiking trails,” Ellis said.

‘Particularly valuable’

The Mattabesett Trail is part

of the New England National Scenic Trail, a 215-mile hik

ing trail route designated under federal law in 2009 but in existence for over half a century, according to the National Park Service. The national scenic trail travels through 41 communities in Connecticut and Mas sachusetts, and is comprised primarily of the historic Mat tabesett, Metacomet, and Monadnock (M-M-M) Trail systems.

“This one is particularly valuable because the New England Trail and the Mat tabesset Trail goes over the property,” Ellis said. “It was definitely a very desirable piece to want to maintain. We want to keep open the Blue Blaze hiking trails that are maintained by the Con necticut Forest & Park Asso ciation.”

Lucas Webb, a Quinnipiac Medical School student from Colorado, stops to take in the sights while hiking Mattabesett Trail’s blue-blazed path in Wallingford on Nov. 23. The Wallingford Land Trust recently purchased a parcel of property that the trail runs through.

Richie Rathsack, Record-Journal

See Beseck Mountain, A8

State is home to 400-plus Christmas tree farms

From the Connecticut Christ mas Tree Growers Associa tion:

Did you know there are over 400 Christmas tree farms in the State of Connecticut?

Connecticut may be one of the smaller states in the na tion, however, with a total of 5,521 farms spread across 381,539 acres, our farmers contribute substantially. Greenhouses and nurseries, such as Christmas tree farms, are the largest producers.

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From the National Christmas Tree Association:

quality tree. When choosing a tree this year, please con sider that climate change has impacted our trees, as with every other crop across the nation.

An average 6-foot-tall Christ mas tree takes approximate ly 5-to-10 years to grow. During this time, the trees absorb CO2 from the atmo sphere, helping to offset cli mate change and global warming.

The Real Christmas Tree Board recommends, “When

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There are about 1 million acres in production for growing Christ

you think you’ve found ‘the one, ’ be sure to check the needle retention. Gently pull or run your hand down a branch. It should feel some what supple in your hand. If brown needles or a few green needles come off dur ing this test, no worries. But if quite a few green needles come off, you may want to select a different tree.”

If you’re worried about the brown needles in the interi or of the tree, it’s important

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There are close to 15,000 farms growing Christmas trees in the U.S., and over 100,000 peo ple are employed in the industry

It can take as many as 15 years to grow a tree of typical height (6 to 7 feet) or as little as 4 years, but the average growing time is 7 years.

The top Christmas tree pro ducing states are Oregon, North Carolina, Michigan, Pennsylva nia, Wisconsin and Washington.

Letters to the Editor

Thank you

Editor:

I just wanted to take a mo ment to thank the thousands of voters in Wallingford and Middlefield for overwhelm ingly supporting my re-elec tion campaign for State Rep resentative. I am glad we kept our campaign message a positive one, focusing on a proven record of fundamen tal principles, strong work ethic, and reaching across the aisle to collaborate on legislation, while also (when necessary) to oppose.

With this new term, the ad dition of Middlefield to the district comes as a welcome surprise. Truthfully, I didn’t even know that Middlefield’s border connected with that of Wallingford. In fact, when first told of the decision by the Reapportionment Com mission, my initial response was one of skepticism. How

ever, I soon learned their borders do indeed meet.

I have a fondness for Mid dlefield that goes back many years. During summers away from school I used to work at my family’s factory in Middlefield, driving a forklift and loading trucks. I didn’t have a car until I was 20, and there were quite a few times that I would walk to and from my home in Walling ford, and work in Middle field. This past summer, I very much enjoyed once again walking the rural roads of Middlefield, knock ing on doors, and engaging in various discussions. All told, between both towns, I personally knocked on over 4,000 doors.

I most especially want to thank my wife and family for their love and support dur ing this re-election cam paign, as well as my superla tive campaign treasurer, Jo-

Giving Tree

The Durham Holiday Giving Tree is located in the Recre ation Office on the first floor of Town Hall. Tags on the tree provide gift ideas for individ uals and families who are in need. No names are given out; just a number, age and gender. Residents and organi zations are invited to take a tag and purchase the items

listed. Wrapping using gift bags and tissue paper is en couraged. If you do not have time to shop but would like to help, there are gift card ideas on most of the tags. And Visa cards work just fine. Gifts must be returned to Town Hall no later than Mon day, Dec. 12. For more infor mation, contact Morgan at 860-349-3153 or mperry@ townofdurhamct.org.

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My best to you and yours and the residents of the 90th General Assembly District

for a safe and healthy holi day season.

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Anne L. Rusczek, and mind ful deputy treasurer, Christo pher K. Shortell. Their indi vidual and collective efforts are what make mere average

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DURHAM- Judith “Judy” Camp died peacefully the 19th of November, 2022. Born in New Haven, CT, to Jack and Mary (Beirne) Cummings on February 16, 1933. Judy attended St. Mary’s High School and State Teachers College in New Haven. After college, she successfully completed the Marine Corps. Women’s Officer Training Class, where she was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. Reserves. Judy went on to a lengthy career in teaching starting in West Haven before settling in to her dream job in Durham, CT, where she taught 3rd grade at Brewster and Korn Schools. Judy was a compassionate and loving person dedicated to her family and friends. With a wonderful sense of humor, beautiful smile, sparkling eyes and quick wit, her mission in life was to truly share this love and make a meaningful difference in every person she encountered. She spent many nights in the gym cheering for her favorite team and was part of the original Benchwarmers for her local high school. She was predeceased by

Obituaries

Food bank

the love of her life, Walter (Coach) Camp, daughter, Jeanne and son, Michael. Leaving behind many cousins, nieces and countless friends from the town she loved so much. Her Funeral Liturgy was held at Notre Dame Church, Main St., Durham and burial was in Mica Hill Cemetery, Durham. Memorial contributions may be made to the Benchwarmers, c/o Dr. William Lema, Treasurer, 43 Sand Hill Rd., Durham, CT 06422 or to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 272 Main St., Durham, CT 06422. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www. biegafuneralhome.com.

In Brief

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

Gnome fundraiser

Share some holiday cheer by sending a festive dis play of gnomes and candy canes to friends and family this December as part of the Durham-Middlefield

Girl Scouts’ Gnome for the Holidays fundraiser. De tails can be found at gnome-for-the-holidaysfundraiser.cheddarup.com.

Holiday concert

The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords will present its annual holiday concert, “Let’s Have a Music Cele bration,” Sunday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m., at Portland High School, 95 High St.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from members of the Vocal Chords or by calling Joyce at 860-3423120 or Diane at 860-3472787.

CUMMING, GAJoseph Stephen Rusek, age 81, of Cumming, GA, passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born in 1941, to the late Joseph and Daisy Rusek. Joe graduated high school in Westfield, Massachusetts. He later graduated from the Culinary Institute at Yale in New Haven, CT. Joe was a United States Army veteran and served for 3 years at FT. Lee. In 1968, Joe started the Village Bake Shop in Durham, CT. He always was willing to sponsor little league sports teams. He was a member of Notre Dame Church in Durham, CT. After retirement in 2004, he and his wife moved to Cumming, GA. In 2005, he served as the president for the Bethelview Downs HOA. Joe enjoyed woodwork, and animals. He loved his family and spending time with the grandkids. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sibling.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan Rusek; children, Joy (Kyle) Tucci, Joel (Rose) Rusek, and Janis (David) Goodrich; grandchildren, Quinn, Paige, Benjamin, Annabelle; along with many other loving relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in memory of Joe Rusek. Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, Cumming, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.

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Visit with Santa. Saturday, Dec. 3, from 2 to 4 p.m. Then, at 4, head over to the Town Green for the tree lighting.

Teen self care. Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. Join Miss Kristen in creating self care products to keep for your self or give as a holiday gift. For teens in grade 6 and up. Register at durhamlibrary.org.

Cocoa, crafts. Thursdays, Dec. 8, 15 and 22 at 6:30 p.m. Join Miss Alex for some cocoa and crafts. For youngsters in grade 3 and up. Register at durhamli brary.org.

Winter Solstice Story time. Wednesday, Dec. 21

at 9:30 a.m. Join Miss Alex for a special storytime about the Winter Solstice. All ages. For families with children of all ages. Regis tration is encouraged.

European Christmas pro gram. Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Experi ence the magic of Euro pean Christmas traditions with Lisa Phillips of Bella Europa Travel. Register at durhamlibrary.org.

Book Club. Monday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. The book to be discussed is “The Violin Conspiracy” by Brendan Slocumb. Register at durhamlibrary.org.

Movie Matinee. Thursday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. “Midway,” starring Woody Harrelson, Dennis Quaid. Rated PG13.

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Beseck Mountain

From A3

The Mattabesset Trail runs along the Wallingford-Durham-Middlefield line on the eastern side of Walling ford, Ellis said.

View looking west

“There’s a bit of a view on the prop erty. It’s the first place where there’s really a view,” Ellis said. “Now there are views because the leaves are

down, but this is the first really good view on the trail when the leaves are on the trees looking west over Wall ingford and the reservoirs.”

“The Wallingford Land Trust has stepped up to protect hiking and open space on beautiful Beseck Mountain,” said Claire Cain, trail di rector for the Connecticut Forest & Park Association.

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The Wallingford Land Trust recently purchased a parcel of land on the edge of town. The Mattabesett Trail runs through the 14-acre parcel.

Winter tips to help keep you and your pets safe

The following tips will help keep you and your pets safe in cold weather situations.

Suiting up

When going outdoors, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing a hat, scarf or knit mask to cover face and mouth; long sleeves that are snug at the wrist; mittens (which are warmer than gloves); and water-resistant coat and boots. Also, layer clothing strategically. When choosing an inner layer, wear fabrics that hold more body heat and do not absorb moisture. Wool, silk and polypropylene hold more body heat than cotton.

An insulation layer of cloth ing will help retain heat by trapping air close to the body. Natural fibers, like wool, goose down and fleece work best.

The outermost layer of clothing helps protect from the elements. It should be tightly woven and preferably water- and wind-resistant to reduce loss of body heat.

And try to stay dry outdoors, as wet clothing chills the body quickly. Excess sweat ing will cause your body to lose more heat, so remove extra layers of clothing when

you feel too warm.

Cold weather-induced con ditions such as frostbite can occur even in temperatures above 40 degrees if a person becomes chilled by rain or sweat, or is submerged in cold water. Do not ignore shivering, as it’s an impor tant first sign that your body is losing heat. Constant shiv ering is a sign that it is time to go inside.

Ice safety

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protec tion recommends measuring ice in multiple places before testing it with your weight. Ice that is four inches thick or less should be avoided. Four inches or more is con sidered safe for ice fishing or any other activity on foot. Five to seven inches of ice is recommended for snowmo biles or ATVs. It is illegal to drive a car or truck on the ice in Connecticut.

Air temperature and recent weather patterns can impact ice quality. Just because the ice was safe on a certain date last year doesn’t mean it will be safe this year.

When going out on the ice, it’s advised to let someone know when you expect to be back.

Also, carry a cell phone and wear a life jacket or float coat. And bring along an ice safety kit including rope, ice picks, a whistle and spiked shoes/creepers.

If you fall through the ice, try

not to panic. Turn toward the direction you came from. Place your hands and arms on the unbroken surface, working forward by kicking your feet.

Once out, remain lying on

the ice (do not stand) and roll away from the hole. Crawl back to your tracks, keeping your weight dis tributed until you return to solid ice.

See Winter tips, A13

Tree farms

From A4

to know why this occurs. According to Dr. Richard Cowles, a scientist at the CT Agricultural Experiment Sta tion, “Conifers usually drop one year of old needles about this time of year. Old needles in the interior be come shaded so much that they don’t provide any value

to the continued growth of the tree. Just as with broadleaved deciduous trees, our Christmas trees recover as many resources as they can from these old needles be fore they drop.”

The Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers thank you for choosing a real Christmas tree. You are helping to make a difference.

Community Ctr.

Adopt a Family. The Mid dlefield Senior & Social Ser vices Department is spon soring an Adopt a Family program. More than 30 chil dren/families are requesting assistance with the holidays. To participate, call 860-3497121.

Open enrollment. Medicare open enrollment began Oct. 15. To schedule a review of your Part D (Drug plan) op tions, call 860-349-7121.

Energy assistance. Call 860349-7121 for details and to make an appointment.

Dial-a-Ride.Providing curb side service to and from your home. Call 860-3460212 for details.

In Brief

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Coat drive

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TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL day, Nov. 24. And with the help of her parents and sis ter Emma, 5, they donated goods to local shelters, as well.

“I hope everyone that came is happy of what they got and I hope they are well fed, because they are probably hungry,” Mea wrote in pre pared remarks prior to an interview with the RecordJournal. “I would also like to thank my sister for helping me pass out gloves, blankets, jackets and sweaters. I got a lot of donations.”

Chaparro said it was not un usual to have children help serve when the YMCA host ed sit-down community hol iday dinners, but the mas sive effort shifted to delivery and takeout during the pan demic and has stayed that way. Other coat drive efforts have always been handled

by adults.

“This is the first time we had a child want to help out the community with coats and blankets,” Chaparro said. “We’re hoping other chil dren will see that they can follow their heart and do something for others. She’sa

good role model for young people and adults.”

The Y prepared well over 500 meals and delivered many to people homebound in the community. They also had plenty of walk-ins, but were surprised by the num bers of homeless people and panhandlers who arrived to stock up on food for the next few days. Chaparro helped them out by providing con tainers to store leftovers.

Vanessa Wallen said her daughter has always been a generous soul and positive role model for her younger sister. The effort was all her daughter’s work and Mea’s efforts were appreciated by the folks who walked away with new winter gear.

“They applauded her and thanked her,” Wallen said as she teared up with pride.

The coat drive continued at Lyman Elementary School throughout November, and at Browology and the Y through December. Mea and her family will attend the Y’s annual Christmas dinner to hand out more winter wear and blankets.

Mea is grateful she has her family, her home and her health, she said. Although not quite sure what her fu ture holds, she’s certain she will be in a job where she can assist others.

“It felt good knowing I was helping people,” Mea said.

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Mea Sky Wallen, 9, of Middlefield, and her sister Emma, 5, distributed coats they collected for those in need at the community dinner at the Meriden YMCA on Thanksgiving. Contributed photo

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Community Drop Off

The 17th annual Community Drop Off will be held Satur day, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to noon, at Coginchaug Regional High School. Groups made up of families and learners will unload and pack the do nations, which will be deliv ered to local food banks. Community members are encouraged to bring dona tions of food, toiletries, pa per goods, pet supplies, gro cery store gift cards, or cash. Last year 9,690 food items and over $3,128.00 in cash and gift cards were collected during the Community Drop Off.

Ski club

The North Haven Ski Club encourages people interest ed in winter sports (skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, tubing, snowshoeing) to join and take advantage of the great discounts that are offered to members. Contact Annette Murphy at 203-9273071 or dapdmurph@ aol.com.

Boxes to Boots

Berlin-based Boxes to Boots creates care packages for military personnel serving abroad, and the Berlinbased non-profit is looking for everything from toi letries, to snacks, to books. Snack-wise, service mem bers prefer items they can easily carry, like granola bars, small bags of cookies and crackers, and beef jerky. To learn more about Boxes to Boots, visit boxesto boots.org.

Winter tips

From A9

Winter pet care

According to the American Veterinary Medical Associ ation, cold tolerance varies from pet to pet, and own ers should be aware of their pet’s tolerance and adjust their activities ac cordingly. No pet should be left outside for long pe riods of time during be low-freezing weather. Check dogs frequently for signs of cold-weather in

jury, such as cracked paw pads or bleeding.

Following a walk, dog owners should wipe down their pet’s feet, legs and belly to remove chemicals such as deicer or an tifreeze.

Also, when the tempera ture drops, check under your car, bang on the hood and honk the horn, as a warm vehicle engine can be an appealing heat source for outdoor or feral cats.

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

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Screened Topsoil $25/ per yd; Sand-$18 per yd; Millings-$22 per yd; Screened Millings $30 per yd; $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery

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

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

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

GRASSY HILL AUC TIONS, - an Estate Sale, Liquidation, Attic & Basement Cleanout Company is Always Buying and providing services all over Con necticut. These are just a FEW of the things we are looking for: An tiques, Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Mu sical Instruments (Sax ophones, Trumpets, Vi olins, Flutes, Clarinets, Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Ma chinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Pho tographs, Old Post cards, Brewery Items, Hunting & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume Jewelry, Broken Jewel ry, Gold & Silver Jewel ry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, Helmets & Patches, Medals & Uni forms, Pocket Knives, Lighters & Pipes, Foun tain Pens, Mechanical Pencils, Fraternal Order Items, Religious Items, Industrial Items, Win chester Items, Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Whitney Items, Colt Items, Na tive American Items, Vintage Electronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & Hot wheels, Barbie’s, Folk Art, Statues, Bronzes, Trains, Cameras, Mid Century Modern Fur niture, Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Auto graphs…& THE LIST GOES ON! So please give us a call at your earliest convenience.

PREMIER ESTATE JEW ELRY - Is interested in buying your fine jewel ry, watches, coin col lections, silver flatware, and costume jewelry. Call Bill, (203) 4942496.

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

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

- Call Todd Shamock, 203-4941695.

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GARY WODATCH

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

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.

A & A LAWN CARE Free est. Fall clean-ups, tree, brush & debris removal. 203.237.6638 or 203.427.3039.

CLEAN & REMOVE

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

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

POWER WASHING Is Spring Cleaning on THE OUTSIDE FREE Estimates #569127 Call Kevin 203-440-3279

TEC ELECTRICAL

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

GUTTERS

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

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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. DUMPSTER RENTALS 203-535-9817

JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC - FALL CleanUps, Call today, for free quote. 203-2136528. Lic. #616311.

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

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

RT RELOCATION

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

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

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