Town Times, Aug. 10, 2018 by Town Times Newspaper

Friday, August 10, 2018

www.towntimes.com

Volume 23, Number 9

Study: Korn bond would be $7M By Lauren Takores Town Times

About 60 people gathered in the Francis E. Korn Elementary School, at 144 Voters will need to approve Pickett Lane, on July 31 to a $7 million bond to turn hear the latest from the old Korn school in the Korn School Adaptive Durham into a community center. See Korn, A9

Coginchaug grad plays Newport Jazz Festival By Scott Hayes Special to the Record-Journal

Russell Robinson, of Meriden, walks in the sheep pen at Greenbacker Farm on Murdock Avenue in Meriden, Tuesday, June 26. Robinson is husband of Kathy Robinson, owner of the family farm and Agway building across the street. Both properties are for sale. Dave Zajac, Record-Journal

Durham PZC seeks to catch up in farm tourism By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

Tired of seeing tourism dollars and visitors going to surrounding towns, Durham officials are trying to make it easier for farmers to facilitate agritourism.

that facilitates events,” said Frank DeFelice, chairman of the town’s Planning and Zoning Commission. “If we want to maintain our agricultural brand like Wallingford, Guilford, Clinton ... Durham is a town that has not moved forward.”

“We don’t have a vehicle

DeFelice was referencing Ly-

man Orchard’s pioneering efforts to attract visitors by offering events in addition to pick-your-own produce. He also pointed to the popular wine vineyards in Wallingford, as well as farm-to-table events, tastings and retail sales. See PZC, A2

Jake Brunelle brought his saxophone jazz licks to the big stage in Newport last weekend with the University of Rhode Island Big Band, which kicked off the second day of the Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park. “It’s my first year doing it,” Brunelle said prior to the event. “I’m super pumped.” Brunelle, a Coginchaug Regional High School graduate, performed as a member of the 19-piece URI Big Band, which started off the day of music with a heavy-horn section that consists of four trumpeters, five sax players and four trombonists.

Jake Brunelle, a Coginchaug Regional High School graduate, performed with the URI Big Band at the Newport Jazz Festival this past weekend. Joyfully Jen Photography

Brunelle, 20, spent part of his summer at URI preparing for the band's performance. See Jazz, A5

FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 6:35PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 6:35PM LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS

LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS

FAT TIRE FRIDAY!

FIREWORKS! POLISH HERITAGE NIGHT!

YMCA FAMILY FUN DAY! BARK IN THE PARK DAY!

LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS

SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 5:05PM

For team schedule, directions & ticket info buzz on over to www.nbbees.com

84984-17

Enjoy New Britain Bees Baseball!

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Ed Margnelli

PZC From A1

The Planning and Zoning Commission has researched regulations in other towns for a year and has had two workshops with local farmers, members of the

Town Times Published weekly by Record-Journal at 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450.

The permits would require town agencies, including health and fire officials, to review the application for potential impact. State police would review traffic impact if necessary. “We would want those reports from those entities,” DeFelice said.

Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Record-Journal, P.O. Box 915, Meriden, CT 06450

There are local farms that concentrate on horseback riding, classes and competitions, and the Kalmia Garden at Gastler Farm is converting part of the venue for arts, music, local gardening lessons. It also hosts weddings, art shows, and a readers theater.

134 Main Street Ext. • Middletown, CT Phone – 860.344.0005 • Fax – 860.344.0504 Email – Emargnelli@att.net - FaceBook – Estate Treasures -

Antiques • Furniture • Collectibles

The Christmas tree farmers can branch into selling ornaments, wreaths, etc. or they can choose to maintain their current operations, Morganti said. “The state’s definition of agriculture is broad intentionally,” DeFelice said. “It’s designed to facilitate everything from hay to fishing.” Several farmers raised concerns that people would apply for the special permit for non-agricultural uses and abuse the regulations. But DeFelice countered the commission would review all applications to determine if it’s agricultural use.

Moving and Clean Out Services

OPEN HOUSE

SUN., AUG. 19TH 11AM-1PM & SAT., SEPT. 1ST 9AM-NOON

DanceCentralCT.com DanceCentralCT@gmail.com (860) 349-1222 500 Main Street, Middlefield, CT 06455

The town is still reeling over the closing of one of its biggest farms, Greenbacker Farm, and realized it needed to embrace agritourism to give farmers alternative streams of revenue. “I don’t want to see another farm close,” Morganti said.

TT-USPSBOX

mgodin@record-journal.com 203-317-2255 Twitter: @Cconnbiz

w w w.linosmar ke t .com 500 S. Broad St., Second Floor, Meriden CT, 06450 www.towntimes.com News (203) 317-2256 news@towntimes.com Advertising (203) 317-2313 advertising@towntimes.com Fax (203) 639-0210 Marketplace (203) 238-1953 Executive Vice President and Assistant Publisher — Liz White Senior Vice President and CRO — Shawn E. Palmer Senior Vice President and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli News editor — Nick Carroll

Assistant News Editor — Olivia L. Lawrence Reporter — Lauren Takores Multimedia Sales Director — Jim Mizener Digital Advertising Advertising Sales — Joy Boone (203) 317-2313 Office Assistant, Press Releases — Marsha Pomponio

Co. and delivered to all homes and busineses in Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall.

THE DIRT GUY 601 Guilford Road Durham, CT 06422 860-303-0500

• Eco-Mulch is Back • Topsoil • Clean Fill • SuperSoil • Compost • Crushed Stone • Sand

www.dirtguytopsoil.com 90204-01

MEAT SPECIALS STEAK BONANZA ALL ONLY $7.99LB USDA Choice Porterhouse Steaks USDA Choice Boneless N.Y. Strip Steak USDA Choice Bone In Rib Eye Steaks USDA Choice Boneless Sirloin Steaks

860-349-1717

472 MAIN STREET • DURHAM, CT

Please place catering orders in advance!

BONUS BUY

2 LBS GROUND CHICKEN 3 LBS PORK CUTLETS 2 LBS BEEF CUTLETS

20.18

With a $10 Purchase of Non-Sale Items or for $23.18! Expires 8/15/18

Open MONDAY-FRIDAY 7-7PM, SATURDAY 7-6PM CLOSED SUNDAY

USDA Choice Ground Sirloin 5 lbs Or More....... $3.99lb USDA Choice Flat Iron Steak........................... $6.99lb Boneless Chicken Breast 10 lb Bag...................... $1.39lb Store Made Chicken Sausage............................ $2.99lb Pork Sirloin Cutlets......................................... $2.99lb Veal Loin Chops................................................ $9.99lb Store Made Sirloin Patties 5 lb Box...................$19.99ea

DELI SPECIALS Land O Lakes American Cheese...................... $3.49lb Stella Provolone................................................ $3.99lb Domestic Ham.................................................. $2.99lb Boar’s Head Rosemary Ham............................ $7.49lb Carando Prosciutto........................................... $7.99lb Delusso Genoa Salami...................................... $8.99lb Citterio Soppressata.......................................... $9.49lb Willowbrook Turkey Breast............................. $5.99lb Boar’s Head BBQ Chicken Breast.................... $7.49lb

FISH SPECIALS Live Lobster 1.25 -2Lbs - Best Deal In Town..........$7.99lb Dry Sea Scallops.............................................. $12.99lb

We reserve the right to limit quantities. We are not responsible for typographical errors. Expires 8/15/18.

91008-01

Town Times is published every Friday by the Record-Journal Publishing

Owned & Operated by local professional dancer Kayleigh Crocetto

90747-01

USPS 021-924

“It’s a special permit,” DeFelice said. “It allows the the Planning and Zoning Commmission unlimited latitude. They would have to identify what they want to do to get the permit.”

“Estate Treasures” and Services

“They all do different things,” said Janet Morganti, chairwoman of the town’s Economic Development Commission. ”This opens up the possibility of events.”

90196-01

A public hearing on the proposed regulations was held last week and continues when the commission meets again Sept. 5. Once closed, the commission will vote to adopt or modify the proposed regulation.

Agricultural Commission, members of the regional agricultural board and the Economic Development Commission. A lawyer reviewed the language before presenting it to the public.

NOW ACCEPTING EBT CARDS

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Candidates to speak at Durham program

CATS OF THE WEEK

The Town of Durham Senior Citizens board and the Durham 60 Plus Club and Travel have scheduled a Soup & Salad program for Thursday, Sept. 6, noon, at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Scheduled speakers are Noreen Kokoruda, Repub-

Print Subscribers... Activate your digital access today:

attention. For more information, and to meet Sophie or Stormy, call 860344-9043, email info@CatTalesCT.org or visit CatTalesCT.org/cats/.

103333R

Stormy, who is 12, came to Cat Tales when his owner abandoned him. He is a sweet boy who would love a quiet home. He is affectionate and loves

lican, and John-Michael Parker, Democrat, candidates running for the 101st District seat. Time for questions from the audience is planned. For more information and to make reservations, call 860-3493153. The event is open to the public.

89216-01

Sophie, 2 years old, has such pretty markings she is probably part Abyssinian. She is a very sweet girl who needs a quiet home with someone who gives her time to adjust. She once had a home but got very nervous when the family moved. Sophie is confused as to why she is at a shelter and would love to be cuddling on a bed or couch. She is getting pretty depressed at the shelter and would love to get adopted soon. Sophie is very loving, affectionate and likes to be petted.

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

860-349-1123

Uncle Bob’s

Substitutes Needed for the 2018-2019 School Year!

Florist & Garden Center

We are looking for day-to-day Substitute Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Registered Nurses for Regional School District 13. A four-year degree is required to substitute for teachers; teacher assistant substitutes require a high school diploma or higher. Nurse substitutes must have a CT License. Please check out the District 13 website, www.rsd13ct.org ; Start at the Quick Link tab, follow to Employment tab/Application procedures for substitute positions. For more information, call the Superintendent’s Office at 860-349-7200 Ext 237.

Just Arrived Beautiful

COLORFUL HYDRANGEA

/allaccess

100 Randolph Rd • Middletown

860.344.0353

Summer Blooming Perennials

Landscape Estimates are Free

athenanh.com/middlesex Managed by Athena Healthcare Systems

• Hospice Care • Cardiac Recovery • IV Therapies • Surgical Recovery • Oncology Management • Wound Management • Dementia Care

Call today to arrange a tour!

family owned & operated since 1988! Low Prices, Great Quality & Service... What Else is There?

191 Meriden Road (Rt 66) Middlefield 860-704-8414 unclebobsgarden.com FULL SERVICE FLORIST

91010-01

• Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Medically Complex Care • Designated Specialized Memory Care • Stroke Rehabilitation and Pulmonary Management • Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies

80113-01

Short-Term Rehab & Long Term Care • Pre-Books Accepted

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Calendar 10, 3 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Friday

Saturday

C.A.M.P. Maracas: Aug. 10, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

C.A.M.P. Maracas: Aug. 11, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Unplugged Fridays: Aug.

C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 13, 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Personalized Care for Children, Teenagers, and Adults

Minecraft Mondays: Aug. 13, 2 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

• Invisalign • Flexible Financing • Clear Braces • Free Consultation

Mother Goose Storytime: Aug. 13, 10:30 a.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

JASON T. RANEY, DMD, LLC 1995 Coginchaug Graduate 2003 Uconn Dental School Graduate

Tuesday 89199-03

85 Church St., Middletown, CT • (860) 228-9800

Preschool Storytime: Aug. 14, 10:15 a.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Wednesday

Monday

Braces Made Me Smile!

Sydney

Slime Saturday Summer Edition!: Aug. 11, 2 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

gram: Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m. - 8:30

C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. Glitter Tattoos: Aug. 15, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. Music in the Park: Aug. 15, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Peckham Park, 161 Strickland Road, Middlefield. Teen Disney Trivia: Aug. 15, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. Toddler Dance Pro-

AUGUST 11 ∙ 8AM−9PM

GoodwillSNE

*Excludes red ticketed items, new goods and mattresses. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Discount given at checkout. Valid for in-store items only.

90314-01

GOODWILLSNE.ORG

88825-01

Summer Concert Series: Aug. 16, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Free. Durham Fair Grounds, 70 Maple Ave. 860343-6720.

Friday, Aug. 17

Toddler Art: Fly Swatter Painting: Aug. 17, 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Saturday, Aug. 18

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 TownTimes.com. 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.

Animal Yogis: Aug. 18, 10:30 a.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 18, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave. 82075-01

EVERYTHING*

Farmers Market Storytime: Aug. 16, 5 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

LEGO Robotics: Aug. 17, 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Coming to your home or business

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

C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 16, 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

C.A.M.P. Tambourines: Aug. 17, 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

HELP KEEP

50% OFF

Thursday

Practice PSAT: Aug. 18, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Durham Public Library, 7 Maple Ave.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Jazz

Music fans fill the grounds of Fort Adams State Park on Narragansett Bay for the 2013 Newport Jazz Festival in Newport, R.I.

From A1

Brunelle is in the frontline of the band, according to director Joe Parillo, director of jazz studies at the university. "It's quite the experience," said Brunelle, who enters his junior year at URI later this month. "You're in the front, so everybody sees you, so it can be a little nerve-racking."

Brunelle, who has been playing saxophone for 11 years, related how he came to play the sax. "In fourth grade I was asked to pick an instrument for band and I picked trumpet, but they had run out of trumpets. So as it worked out, my mom went out and bought a saxophone so I could be in the band."

School Notes Dean’s list Keene State College, New Hampshire – Clarissa Backus of Durham. The Town Times prints scholastic achievements of local students. Company policy requires verification from the school, i.e., a copy of the letter, email or certificate received by the student.

William J. Lema, D.M.D. Serving Durham & Middlefield for 26 Years Parillo said the URI-Newport Jazz Festival connection came about when the parent of one of the URI Big Band students, a jazz enthusiast, contacted festival organizer George Wein in 2011 and the two discussed the formation of an educational summer jazz camp for musicians. That resulted in an invite from Wein to perform at the festival. "That put us on the main stage," Parillo said. The initial jazz camp was

His parents, Eva and Ronald Brunelle, both guitarists, planned to be in attendance for the URI Big Band performance, a 50-minute morning set. "My family's pretty much into music,” Brunelle said. "I'm the jazz musician of the family."

Brunelle plays a Selmer VI alto saxophone, and this was his first time playing on the NJF Fort Adams main stage, a gathering of the masses, as 10,000 concert-goers crowd the venue with Narragansett Bay and the Newport Bridge as a backdrop.

We Can Help You See Clearly

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: 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

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

Grace Lutheran Preschool Root Canals

(Near Powder Ridge Ski Area)

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

1055 Randolph Road, Middletown Grace Lutheran Preschool mrsm.graceluthps@comcast.net Lutheran

1055 Road, Middletown 1055Randolph Randolph Road, Middletown A transitional program to prepare for Kindergarten

mrsm.graceluthps@comcast.net mrsm.graceluthps@comcast.net Licensed, Christian forKindergarten children ages 2-5. ALicensed, transitional program toprogram prepare for Christian program for children ages 2–5 Early drop-off and program Extended options for ages 3-5. Licensed, Christian for Day children ages 2-5. r uand Extended Program for ages 3-6 3-5. Early Day options for ages rating OSummer Celebdrop-off

Still Some Open House Feb. 1st Open House Feb. 1st Spaces Open! 10am-12 10am-12 NoonNoon

! 31st YearSummer Program for ages 3-6

Eye Care Glasses Contacts

(Snow Feb. (Snow DateDate Feb. 8th) Call or email for more info:

243 Main St, Durham • 860-349-2323

8th)

860-346-0766 860-346-0766 860-346-0766 91117-01

82609-01

Brunelle said he took up an interest in jazz in the sixth grade and he was a member the jazz band at Coginchaug High.

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

held at the university and now is held at Salve Regina College in Newport. Parillo, a pianist and composer, participated in the jazz camp as an instructor. 79235-01

He said the biggest stage he had performed on prior to last weekend was a Jazz of July performance in Stamford, a venue on the city's green.

File photo, Associated Press

Celebrating Our 27th Year!

gelcps.org Celebrating Our 27th Year!

www.gracelutheranpreschoolmiddletown.com

385R Rd (RtRd. 68) •(Rt. Durham, 385rWallingford Wallingford 68) CT Durham, CT (860) 349-5649 860-349-5649 (860) 349-5649

Fresh Native Corn & Tomatoes Fresh Native Corn Corn & Tomatoes Fresh Native & Tomatoes and other Fruits & Vegetables and other Fruits & Vegetables! and Place other Fruits & Vegetables Tomatoes, Eggplant your orders now for Parillo said the Newport set & Green Peppers Tomatoes, Eggplant Tomatoes, Eggplant drew from original composi& Green Peppers Available & forGreen Canning tions from student arrangers, Peppers as well as some standards Available for Canning by pre-order only — "Old Black Magic," ParkAvailable for Canning er's "Confirmation," and Nelson Riddle's "Nice and Easy," popularized by Frank Sinatra.

31010-01

OPEN DAYS A WEEK only by7Now pre-order Hardy Mums Available Mon–Fri 9–6:30, Sat 8–6, Sun 8–5 8” Pots $4.99 each - 5 for $20.00

st ...starting August 1 Now offering deliver y Tuesday thru Sunday pm 4:30pm to 8:45

149 Main Street • Rockfall 860.347.2299 • DavinciCT.com/rockfall

Hardy Mums Now Available 8” Pots $4.99 each - 5 for $20.00

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK MON.-FRI. 9-6:30, SAT. 8-6, SUN. 8-5

90604-01

J.C. FARM & GREENHOUSES J.C. FARM & GREENHOUSES J.C. FARM GREENHOUSES You asked, we delivered... Wallingford Rd. (Rt.& 68) Durham, CT

He cites among his musical influences, oddly enough, 385r Miles Davis, a trumpet player. "When it comes to music, I like to sample everything. But first choice, it's Miles; it's just a stylistic thing," Brunelle said, adding John Coltrane and Charlie Parker to the list.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Religion Briefs Federated Church

Church of the Epiphany of Durham 196 Main St., Sunday worship service of the Holy Communion 9:30 a.m.

228 Main St., 860-349-3683, schedules Sunday worship for 9:30 a.m.

Notre Dame Church

Victory Christian Church

272 Main St., 860-349-3058, Mass schedule; Monday and Tuesday 8 a.m., Saturday 4 p.m. at St. Colman Church; Sunday 8 and 11 a.m.

The United Churches

191 Meriden Road, Middlefield, 860-346-6771. Sunday services, 8:45 and 10:45 a.m.; Thursday 7 p.m.

Middlefield

402 Main St., 860-349-9881 (www.mfcct.com), has roots in both Congregational and Methodist religious traditions. Sunday worship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School offered with activities. All are welcome.

denominational Christian/ Pentecostal Church. Sunday service 11 a.m., Tuesday prayer meeting 7 p.m., Wo m e n ’s Bible study meets the first and third Wednesday 7 p.m., Men’s Bible study meets the second and fourth Wednesday

9 a.m.

Saint Colman Church 170 Hubbard St., Middlefield, 860-349-3058, Mass schedule; Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m., Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Scripture Bits Scripture Bits

Rock of Refuge Church 350 Main St., Durham, 2nd floor, 860-704-0477. A non-

EQB ANHD WONHCOWI NT G O S W Q I W D H J, S T Y

Your Frames + Our Lenses = Great Savings!

O N T N D S M X J, S T Y D Q C O W, S T Y

Install New Prescription Lenses in your Existing Frames while you wait!

50% Less than other Retailers

V H D J, S T Y X N F J X A, S T Y S Y P Q D S M X J. ---------------V O Q X Q V V Q S T I 4:8

Shop the Largest Selection of Designer Frames and Sunglasses in Connecticut

Clue B = X

Solution on Page A20

CLUE: B = X 91044-01

Can’t make it to one of our Stores? Have lenses delivered to your door….call for info. 4 Locations: Avon – 395 West Main St. – 860.507.7420 Bloomfield – 812 Park Ave. – 860.769.2020 Meriden – 533 South Broad St. – 203.238.2020 Hartford – 42 Pratt St. – 860.278.2020 by appointment only

LensesOnlyOptical.com Open Monday – Saturday

Student orientation, registration on tap Registration for new stuFor more information and to dents at Coginchaug Region- schedule an appointment, al High School will be held call 860-349-7221. Tuesday, Aug. 21 and Freshman orientation is Wednesday, Aug. 22, 8:30 scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. a.m. to 2 p.m., in the school 28, Solution 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Parents Scripture Bits guidance office. also are invited to attend.

Solve the Puzzle

84960-10

Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. – --- Philippians 4:8

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Library Briefs Durham Public Library

blackletter calligraphy, also known as Gothic style. Registration is required.

Library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Programs for adults:

Programs for kids: Glitter Tattoos. Wednesday, Aug 15, 3 p.m., ages 8 and up. Registration is required. Toddler Art: Fly Swatter Painting. Friday, Aug 17, 10:30 a.m., ages 2 and up. Registration is required. Farmers Market Storytime. Thursdays, 5 p.m., on the town green. All ages welcome.

Andrea Archer

Programs for teens:

Well-traveled educator arrives at IDS The Independent Day School has announced the appointment of Andrea Archer as its new associate head of school. Archer brings many years of school leadership experience, a comprehensive knowledge of curriculum, and a great appreciation of children and teachers to the IDS community. Archer was a science teacher in Oxford, England following a brief career as a research biochemist at Oxford University Hospital.

Practice PSAT Exam. Saturday, Aug 18, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For high school students. Registration is required.

What was intended as a brief trip to the United States in the early 1980s led to an independent school career spanning three decades, five schools and four states. During her years in the classroom, she taught math, science and health to students in third grade through Advanced Placement and coached netball, rounders, tennis and basketball. Archer has held a range of leadership roles, from academic dean at the secondary See Archer, A10

Blacklettering Calligraphy. Wednesday, Aug 22, 7 p.m., teens and adults. Learn

Levi E. Coe Library Library hours – Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The library is scheduled to be closed Monday, Sept. 3 (Labor Day). Levi E. Coe plans to reopen on Saturdays beginning Sept. 8. Programs Senior Center Book Club—Tuesday, Sept. 4, 1 p.m. ”The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead.

Author Talk – Thursday, Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m. Author Bob Hubbard discusses his book “Hidden History of Middlesex County, Connecticut.” Registration is required. Call 860-349-3857. Photo Preservation Workshop with Ira Revels – Saturday, Sept. 22, noon. Learn about photo preservation, including the care and handling of photos, scanner types and capturing and sharing digital photos online. Registration is required. Call 860-3493857. Twinkle Toes. Wednesday, Aug. 22, for pre-K to first grade. Drop-in.

CALL THE

TUB MAN Lic

89869-01

2 0 1 6

In s

ur e

d, Lic # 2 8 2 9 31

We offer tub and shower conversions

2,999

Includes demo, haul away, subfloor, plumbing & sheetrock, 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 TOO SMALL

Matt’s Pro Plumbing

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

79188-01

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

Movie Matinees. Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Visit www.durhamlibrary.org for movie lineup.

Levi E. Coe annual meeting—Wednesday, Sept. 12, 7 p.m. Presentation by Greg Dwyer on the “Art of Communication.” Registration is required. Call 860-3493857.

If you need a tub or shower replaced,

BEST OF... AWARDS

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

The Great American Folk Song Revival with Caroline Doctorow. Monday, Aug 20, 7 p.m. A tribute to the songwriters of the ‘60s. Registration is required.

Monday Night Book Club—Monday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m. “Lilac Girls” by Martha Hall Kelly.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

COMMENTARY

Goodness abounds, It’s a great time to go solar just look around By Edward Bailey

If you were to watch the news, you would think that danger lurks around every corner, and that nearly every person on the planet has nothing but evil intentions toward you. But it isn’t true. Not at all. The world is teeming with kind people. They’re the ones around every corner. I have known such kindness in my life, both large and small acts. And actually, there really are no small acts. It all matters, immensely. The people who hold the door for me, or let me go in front of them at the grocery store check-out because I have only a few items. The drivers who signal me to cut in front of them. The friend who leaves her homegrown veggies on my doorstep. My neighbor who is always helping me, fixing this or that. I call on him often, and he is always there for me. The friend who, years ago, offered to buy me a plane ticket so that I could go see my son in North Carolina. The incredible kindness, to all of us, of the people I work for. Then there are the folks who pay the toll for the car behind them, and those who buy groceries for fami-

lies having a rough time. I even hear of people donating a kidney, or their bone marrow, to total strangers. And let’s not forget the angels who rescue abused animals and give them a loving home.

perched precariously atop my roof. But not for long, because a truck driver, having witnessed this, beeped his horn, pulled up next to me at the traffic light, and told me about my little mishap.

The stories never end.

People care.

If one would just pause for a second, one could not help but feel that we live in a benevolent universe.

And apparently I’m not the only one who thinks we could all use a little pickme-up.

A case in point. A friend recently drove off with, unbeknownst to her, her wallet flying out of her window.

Upon rising in the morning, I turn on the radio and listen to Kiss 95.7, where the DJs tell us of random acts of kindness. They’re everywhere. I hope I can be a fraction as kind as these people I hear about.

But this story has a happy ending. A Good Samaritan found it in the middle of the road, stopped traffic so that he could safely fetch it, and then delivered it to her doorstep. And though my story might not seem quite as impressive, it still warmed my heart. I recently pulled out of the gas station with my gas cap

So please do not give a moment’s thought to all the horror stories you hear on the news. Why don’t you switch over to the sitcoms instead? I do. And I go to sleep every night assured of the goodness of the human soul. Because that day I will have encountered it a gazillion times.

EDITORIAL

Stop ducking issue of tolls Tolls — or rather, the very idea of at least studying highway tolls as a possible way of recharging the Special Transportation Fund — have become a political hot potato in an election year.

Candidates have taken a range of positions, from a qualified “yes” to “no way.” But what we object to is the way it was done — or, on the contrary, not done. Our lawmakers by and large chose to avoid the

subject, this election year, leaving it to outgoing Gov. Dannel Malloy to push a $10 million loan through the State Bond Commission. See Tolls, A10

The process for homeowners is simple, They can sign up It’s a great time to go solar in at an educational workshop Middlefield and Rockfall or online at Solarize (the program is also open to CT.com/Middlefield. Ross Durham). Solar will contact homeowners, ask them for a copy of Homeowners are taking ad- their electric bill, and arvantage of the discounted range a visit. Solarize program that the town is sponsoring. We’re Over 60 homes in Middleworking with a single, certifield already have solar. Midfied Connecticut solar indlefield resident and busistaller, Ross Solar, which our ness owner Jen Huddleston Solarize committee chose has solar and supports the through an extensive vetting Solarize program. She said: process. “My family made the decision to go solar back in 2007, I’m happy to report that our and we’re so thankful that citizens are responding posi- we did. We feel good to tively, with over 60 people know that our electricity is signing up for a free site coming from the sunshine, evaluation to find out if their and not from power plants home is a good site for solar. that put toxins into our air and water. We don’t pay We’re about half way anything now for our electhrough the 18-week protricity, only a small fee each gram and eight people have month to connect to the already signed contracts. power grid.” The advantage of this program is that residents get discounted pricing and an opportunity to learn about solar through educational workshops. Along with the discount that Ross is offering our residents and Durham residents, there is still an incentive being offered by the state for solar, and the 30 percent federal tax credit pays for almost a third of a system.

We have a lot of solar enthusiasts in town, if you want to talk with one, give me a call at Town Hall. Or, come to our next workshop, scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m., at the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main St. Ross Solar can answer all your questions about solar. Edward Bailey is Middlefield’s first selectman.

Letters Policy Email letters to news@towntimes.com; mail to 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 or fax to 203-6390210. The Town Times will print only one letter per person each month. Letters should be approximately 300 words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters should be on topics of general interest to the community. We do not list

names of people, organizations and businesses being thanked. Names of businesses are not allowed. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Town Times can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday to be considered for publication the following Friday.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Korn

Cruise, wine tasting to benefit River Watch

From A1

Reuse Feasibility Committee.

The Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District’s 14th annual Tree Swallow Cruise and Wine Tasting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 21, 6 p.m., aboard the RiverQuest at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam.

David Herr, committee chairman, said he wants to engage residents in the process by surveying which programs they would want in a community center, from teen and senior citizen activities, to utilization of the kitchen spaces, to an art center.

Proceeds benefit the Con-

necticut River Watch Program. A fee is charged. For more information and tickets, call 860-346-3282 or visit www.conservect.org/ctrivercoastal.

IT’S ALL HERE!

Local Classified Listings.

No one in the crowd plainly said they did not want a community center, but many questioned the cost and expressed displeasure at a mill rate increase. “That’s not unexpected,” Herr said. In addition to the bond, it’s estimated the community center annual operational costs would be nearly $188,000.

Background The town has wanted to acquire the former school and its surrounding land from Regional School District 13 for some time. The plan to turn Korn into a community center was revealed in June 2017 and the six-member feasibility assessment committee was formed last fall. The committee is tasked with determining best uses for the property and cost of renovations to use the former elementary school building as a community center.

“We’re not going to have another shot at this,” she said. Before the referendum, the town plans to send an informational sheet to residents. Information will also be available online, she said, to be as transparent as possible.

Another committee meeting for public input and presentations is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 6, 7 p.m., at Korn. The building will open at 6:30 p.m. so visitors can tour it. LTakores@record-journal.com 203-317-2212 Twitter: @LCTakores

Agendas and minutes are logged online.

89206-01

The committee selected architecture and engineering firm Silver Petrucelli to conduct an adaptive reuse feasibility study on the Korn building. Representatives from the Hamden-based firm presented the results and a cost estimate on July 31. First Selectman Laura Francis hopes to have a referendum vote on the plan in December.

78683-01

Referendum

A10

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Basketball club seeks volunteers

Archer

The Coginchaug Basketball Club is looking for volunteer coaches for fifth grade girls, and fifth and eighth grade boys.

school level to head of school at John Thomas Dye School, Derby Academy and Dutchess Day School.

Tolls

From A7

There are also openings on the Coginchaug Basketball Club board.

For the past two years she has consulted with schools in the area of curriculum development, social-emotional

For more information, contact Kary Strickland, Kary1234@comcast.net.

learning, school accreditation and faculty culture. She was a visiting scholar on an Erasmus Exchange Program to Finland in 2016 and has incorporated the results of this collaboration into her consulting work. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Press Release

0867 35(6(17 7+,6 $' )25 7+(6( :+2/(6$/( 35,&(6

,QVWDOODWLRQ 2SWLRQ 0RVW 9HKLFOHV 0RXQWLQJ &RPSXWHU %DODQFH 5XEEHU 9DOYH 6WHPV &DVLQJ 'LVSRVDO

+2856 0RQ )UL DP SP 6DW DP SP

3(5 7,5(

/LNH 8V 2Q )DFHERRN

21/<

5HJ )5217 (1' 3ULFH $/,*10(17

ZZZ WLUHH[SUHVVFW FRP

:DVKLQJWRQ $YH 1RUWK +DYHQ &7

9$/8(

3(5 7,5(

0267 &$56

&$// )25 $332,170(17 <RXU 2SWLRQ &DVK &DUU\ RU )XOO 6HUYLFH

7,5( 63(&,$/

3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 /7 5 3 5

3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5

3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5

3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 /7 5 /7 5 /7 5 /7 5 /7 5

88526-01

& $ 5 ,1& '%$

%X\LQJ /HVV 7KDQ $GG (DFK

3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5 3 5

From A8

We have to agree with Comptroller Kevin Lembo, the only Democrat on the panel to vote against the $10 million plan, when he said the bond commission â&#x20AC;&#x153;should not act as a replacement for legislative action.â&#x20AC;? Many Republicans opposed the toll study (â&#x20AC;&#x153;People in Connecticut donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want tolls,â&#x20AC;? said Senate Republican Leader Len Fasano, of North Haven. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We don't need to do a toll study.â&#x20AC;?) But that should have been the decision of the people we elect to represent us in Hartford, not of a small commission largely controlled by a lame-duck governor. If Fasano and his GOP colleagues are against tolls, they had at least two years to come up with an alternative to pay for road improvements. Tolls are a tough issue, and plenty of Connecticut residents are averse to being taxed in yet another way, while they may look forward to getting revenue instead from all the out-ofstate trucks passing through our state.

But who will pay if we do bring back tolls, if we do â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and how much â&#x20AC;&#x201D; will depend entirely on how the system is designed. Studying tolls is not the same as implementing tolls. How can the legislature intelligently decide if tolls are desirable and feasible unless there is some kind of a study? We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but speculate that the legislature did not fund a toll study because lawmakers were worried it would be used against them in an election year. Once again, answering these questions is the job of our servants in Hartford, who should stop ducking this issue and start doing their jobs. This editorial originally appeared in the Record-Journal.

Looking for a friend?

Find litters of critters in Classifieds.

SUDOKU

&203/(7( $872 758&. 5(3$,56

78684-01

&$// )25 35,&(6 21 $1< 0$-25 %5$1' 7,5(6

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

A11

Mattatuck madness A week of Boy Scout camp can include many things. And recently the scouts of Troop 27 in Durham experienced a week of scout camp — the first time for many — at Camp Mattatuck in Plymouth. Members of the troop shot archery and rifles, raced remote control cars, swam, did boating in the lake and ascended the climbing tower.

There were many troop activities that the scouts participated in. Some of those included having lunch at the bouldering wall, team-building in the evening and doing “Trial By Fire,” where you try to take out two other teams’ fires by burning ropes with your fire. Members of the troop also participated in the campfire, where they performed a skit.

On Friday, the last full day of camp, three members of the troop won the Camp Mattatuck Triathlon. Also, on that same day, one scout finished second in the camp archery tournament. Overall, the campers and adults enjoyed the week at camp. Any young person who is interested in joining Troop 27 should contact Jason Sokol at polishfalcon@comcast.net, or Eric Infeld at eric.infeld@gmail.com. Submited by Zach Infeld, Troop 27 Quartermaster

79762-01

Quality Homecare for Seniors

34199-01

Troop 27 in Durham at Camp Mattatuck.

Scouts from the troop also earned a variety of merit badges, awards for learning things about a specific topic. Some of those, to name a

few, include non-Eagle badges like Chess, SmallBoat Sailing and Climbing, and Eagle badges such as Camping, Environmental Science and First Aid.

24 Hour Live-In Services

Hourly Personal Care Assistants

Homemakers and Companions

Adult Family Living Program

Care Plus Technology & Services

203-634-8668

74 South Broad Street, Meriden, CT

www.assistedlivingct.com CT REG. 0000124

A12

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Senior Happenings Durham Activity Center

need of volunteers to serve lunch. Senior meals are Senior Exercise Classes are served Monday, Wednesday scheduled Monday, Wednes- and Friday. To volunAug. 13 – Blood pressure clinic, 9 a.m., and Lunch and day and Friday, 9 and teer, contact Sue D’Orvilliers 10 a.m., at the Durham AcLearn at noon. Topic is elat 860-349-7121. tivity Center. derly nutrition. Renter’s Rebate: Call 860For more information, call Aug. 15 – Lunch and Learn 349-7121 to schedule an ap860-349-3153. at noon. Topic is Medicare. pointment for renter’s rebate. Income limits are: SinAug. 20, 27 – Afternoon Middlefield gle/widowed $35,300 and Crafting at 1 p.m. Teacup Senior Center married $43,000. This limit birdfeeders. Contact: Susan D’Orvilliers, includes your Social Security Sept. 6 – Soup and Salad, Senior & Social Services Di- and other income comnoon, at the Durham Activity rector; sdorvilliers@middle- bined. Center. Noreen Kokoruda fieldct.org, 860-349-7121. Walk with a Doc: First and and John Michael Parker, third Saturday of each Medicare Boot Camp: Tuescandidates for the 101st disday, Sept. 11, 6 p.m., Middle- month at Peckham Park, 9 to trict, plan to speak. field Community Center. For 10 a.m. Walk with Dr. RSVP is required for events. Michael Kalinowski. those 65 and over. Call 860-349-3153. Weekly Fun Excursions Volunteer’s Needed: The Senior Lunches are served Middlefield Senior Advisory (Middlefield & Durham SeMonday and Wednesday, at nior Bus): To register, call Board has two vacancies. noon, at the Durham Activity The board meets the first 860-349-0212. Out-of-County Center. A fee is charged. Medical: To book an out-ofMonday of each county medical trip, call month, 1 p.m., at the MidWii Bowling is scheduled 860-349-0212, 48 hours nodlefield Community Center. for Mondays, 11 a.m., at the tice is required. Members help with proDurham Activity Center. gramming, events and proBocce is Back: Reserved for Knit2Together is scheduled jects. For more information, seniors every Tuesday at for Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at the contact Sue D’Orvilliers at 6 p.m., weather permitting. Durham Activity Center. 860-349-7121. First come, first served. Call 860-349-7121 to get the Bridge Night is planned for Lunch Volunteers NeedBocce set. Fridays, 6:15 p.m., at the ed: The Senior Center is in Durham Activity Center.

Aug 11 (6:05 pm) Aug 12 (5:05 pm)

a.m. Monday and Friday is regular exercise class, Wednesday is yoga. Newsletter: Interested in receiving our new and improved Senior & Social Services newsletter? Email sdorvilliers@middlefieldct.org or call 860-349-7121 to sign up.

Senior Lunches: Monday, Wednesday and Friday for residents of Middlefield and Rockfall, 60 years or older. For more information, call 860-349-7121.

Senior & social service hours: Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Bridge: Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Middlefield Senior Center. Knowledge of bridge is required. Knit2gether: All levels of experience welcome. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. Accepting donations of yarn. Seeking program or trip ideas: We are looking for new and exciting programs and trips to offer at the Senior Center. Contact Susan D’Orvilliers, 860-3497121; sdorvilliers@middlefieldct.org.

Durham 60+ Travel trips Durham 60+ Travel has scheduled the following trips. The public is welcome. Aug. 16 – Aqua Turf, Bobby Rydell. Sept. 19 – Big E. Sept. 27 – Harts Turkey Train. Oct. 24 – Broadway “My Fair Lady” or “Wicked.”

Weekly Exercise: Led by Sue Schade, Middlefield Community Center, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7:45

Nov. 16 – Radio City. See Happenings, A14

Classified Advertising Call 203-238-1953

Hit A Home Bun! Aug 10 (7:05 pm)

TOPS: Taking Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday, 6 p.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. For more information, call 860-349-7121.

Complete Dental Care For The Entire Family

Yard Goats play as Los Chivos de Hartford! Fireworks Presented by United Bank Home Run for Heroes Presented by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Yard Goats play as the Hartford Steamed Cheeseburgers Key Bank Night Kids Run the Bases Presented by Harte Infiniti

Complete Affordable Family Dental Care!

10% Senior Discount Call Now For A FREE Consultation NO NEED to be without TEETH

$5 Parking

5 Styles starting at $250*

DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! Relines and Repairs while you wait.

84110-10

For tickets & suites visit:

Dentures available in 24 hours

MERIDEN 203.238.7968

533 S. Broad St. Townline Sq. Plaza

ORANGE 203.799.3311

501 Boston Post Rd. Liberty Sq. Plaza *Offer expires on 9/30/18 *Must present coupon to receive special offer.

newenglanddentalct.com

89664-02

All denture material ADA Approved.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

A13

Check Out The New... Things To Do Calendar! ENTER OUR Things To Do GIVEAWAY CONTEST!

NEVER HAVE TO SAY “WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO TODAY!”

MyRecordjournal.com/Things-To-Do Our redesigned events calendar has the most up to date list of local events, concerts, shows, meetings and more! Bookmark it and use it! You will never have to say... What are we going to do today?

Visit the Things-to-do page and enter our Things To Do Contest! We are giving away a $100 gift card for you to use... towards

ANYTHING YOU CHOOSE TO DO! We also have several runner up prizes!

MyRecordjournal.com/Things-To-Do 91001-03

A14

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Happenings From A12

For more information, call Sue Giuffrida, 860-346-0724.

Durham Senior Center Newsletter: To receive the Durham Senior Newsletter, featuring programs and

events, call Jaclyn at 860349-3153 or email jcaturano@townofdurhamct.org.

River trip planned The Durham 60 Plus Club and Travel will cruise the Connecticut River aboard the Lady Katherine on Satur-

day, Sept. 15. A fee is charged. The jazz and lunch cruise boards in Haddam at 11:30 a.m. Contact Sue Giuffrida at 860-349-7121.

Welcome to On The Menu. 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.

AJ’s Oasis Café

142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10

Athena II Diner

Colony Diner

Crazy Greek

Duchess of Wallingford

Fire at the Ridge Restaurant & Lounge

Libby’s Italian Pastry Shop

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.

1143 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06479 Monday - Thursday 11AM-8:45PM Friday and Saturday 11AM-9PM Like Greek food? Try our famous Greek dishes next time you’re craving something delicious. We’re Celebrating our 1 year anniversary and taking $1 off all food items ALL February.

99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com

Open Wed-Sunday: Noon - 10 pm. Happy Hour & Bar Bites everyday 3-6 pm. Live Music Saturday nights 7-10 pm. Sunday Brunch 11-2 pm

611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned 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.

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.

323 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com Family owned and operated bakery located off 1-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, cookies, Italian ice, gelato, cakes and other traditional desserts.

~ Attention: Restaurant Owners! ~

To advertise your restaurant to 269,000 weekly readers Call us 203-317-2312

71253-01

Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

A15

Local joins Life Sciences Practice Group Cantor Colburn LLP has expanded its Life Sciences Practice Group with the addition of Nicholas Herrel, PhD, of Durham, as an associate in the firm’s Hartford headquarters office.

The Life Sciences Practice Group at Cantor Colburn brings together professionals experienced in the unique

requirements of the life sciences research and biotechnology industries.

Most of the group's professionals have doctorate degrees or experience in relevant fields such as organic

chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology and microbiology. — Press Release

Herrel concentrates his practice in domestic and Herrel foreign patent preparation, prosecution and counseling in the life science and chemical arts. He regularly prepares freedom-to-operate and patentability searches, analysis and opinions, as well as drafts patent applications and prosecutes domestic and foreign patent applications. Prior to his outside counsel experience, Herrel was a Patent Counsel at General Electric. Herrel joins the firm from Locke Lord LLP.

Korn school committee to host meeting on reuse of building The Korn School Adaptive Reuse Feasibility Committee meets to determine the feasibility and cost of renovations to use the former elementary school building as a community center. Agendas and minutes can be found on the town website (townofdurhamct.org). The committee has scheduled a meeting, Thursday, Sept. 6, for public input and presentations. The meeting will be held at Korn school, 144 Pickett Lane, at 6:30 p.m. There will be time to tour the building. Workshop and presentation is set for 7 p.m.

CBLA 3

3-Year Guarantee

$50,000 Minimum $1,000,000 Maximum without home office approval

3.10%

CBLA 5

5-Year Guarantee

$10,000 Minimum $1,000,000 Maximum without home office approval

3.80%

CBLA 7

7-Year Guarantee

$10,000 Minimum $1,000,000 Maximum without home office approval

4.10%

Legacy Planning Group, LLC 136 Berlin Road, Cromwell CT 860-345-4664 860-983-1117 http://legacyplanninggroupllc.com

Charles Homicki

A16

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

ID rules vary for voters in primaries By Mike Savino Record-Journal staff

vote in person or when requesting an absentee ballot.

Some first-time voters may be required to show additional identification to vote in primary elections next week, Secretary of the State Denise W. Merrill’s office reminded local voting officials Monday.

State and local elections are not subject to the federal law, though, meaning it only applies to some voters in the Aug. 14 Republican primary for U.S. Senate and the Democratic and Republican primaries for the 5th Congressional District.

The Help America Vote Act, signed into law in 2002, requires that first-time voters who register by mail present ID either when they arrive to

“We have received a few inquiries regarding voter identification for the upcoming primary,” said Ted Bromley,

a staff attorney for Merrill’s office. “Remember, the additional HAVA identification requirements only apply when there is a federal office on the ballot.”

local elections, voters must provide a Social Security card or printed document that includes a name and either an address, picture, or signature.

Approved forms of identification include a driver’s license or other photograph ID, a utility bill, a paycheck, a government check, or another government document that displays both a voter’s name and address.

Voters can also sign a document titled “Signatures of electors who did not present ID” and present a form of ID that has one of the required pieces of information, including a student or employee ID.

To be able to vote in state or

This form does not allow

electors to vote in federal elections, Bromley said in the memo. Instead, electors who cannot or will not provide ID at the polls can only vote in federal primaries using a provisional ballot. Voters still have time to register to vote in the Aug. 14 primaries, which will determine the nominees for the November general election in several contested races. Along with the federal races, See Primaries, A17

Dems McKeen, Balter take it to the voters By Lauren Takores Town Times

Democratic candidates for the 34th Senate District will face off in a primary election Tuesday, Aug. 14.

Aili McKeen and Josh Balter are vying to take on Senate Republican leader Len Fasano in November.

local Democrats by just two delegates over Balter, of East Haven. Balter qualified for the primary.

insurance adjuster and Balter is a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran who is now a Branfordbased lawyer specializing in family law. Both are running for office for the first time.

McKeen, of Wallingford, won McKeen works as an inventhe endorsement in May of tory specialist for a public

Complete Asphalt Maintenance LLC

Sealcoating

Steven Bartunek Director of Sales/Marketing sbartunek@rddk.com

Over 30 Years Experience Local Company

DURHAM, CT

860-250-7285

Specializing in Removing Large Trees in Small Spaces

Tel: 860-346-6611 Fax: 860-347-6772

• Expert large tree and limb removal • Crane, bucket and climbing service • 24 hour emergency service • Locally owned & operated with 18 years experience

HOME BUSINESS HEALTH BOAT AUTO LIFE

90474-01

I N S U R A N C E

89647-01

860.345.4686 – Call Now!

860-539-5879

50 Washington Street • Middletown, CT 06457 www.rddk.com

Insured Arborist Service Lic. #S-5428

Tr e e m a n , C

We Work Year Round!

No Job Too Small or Large

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

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

“We need more diversity in the legislature,” she said. “Not just race, ethnicity or gender, but in life experience, more ways of thinking, and economic diversity.” It wasn’t on her radar to run for office at first, she said, but she often visited Hartford to testify on bills she cared about, lobbying on her own. “It was really frustrating for me to watch really good bills die,” she said, “or to see harmful bills pass or almost pass.” She said she wants to bring marginalized voices into the Capital.

90218-01

89640-01

• Is your contractor registered with Secretary of State? • Does your contractor have Workman’s Comp? • How many years in that type of business? • Does your contractor use a sub with Insurance? • Always ask these questions before signing.

e Th

Consumer Alert

Welcoming Allan’s Tree Service Customers

90748-01

89422-01

CHIPPING SERVICE

McKeen said her strengths as a candidate come from her blue-collar background.

Hot Crack Repair

STUMP GRINDING

McKeen Since her Democratic endorsement, McKeen said last week, she and her campaign team have knocked on approximately 5,000 doors while canvassing in the district’s four towns.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

TREE REMOVAL

The 34th Senate District comprises Wallingford, East Haven, and parts of North Haven and Durham.

Residential & Commercial CT Lic. Arbor # S-5765

“I don’t want to speak for people,” she said. “I want to help others speak.”

Balter Balter said he began his See 34th District, A17

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

A17

2 Dems in race for 13th ballot By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff

pete in the primary against Alex Tiktinsky, a 24-year-old Meriden resident.

Senate District, a seat both parties consider important for winning control of a split state Senate.

Democrats will vote on Tuesday, Aug. 14 for the canRetired educator and Merididate they want to challenge incumbent Republican den resident Mary Daugherty Abrams, the party’s enSen. Len Suzio in the 13th dorsed candidate, will com-

Tiktinsky moved to Meriden from Fairfield and became involved in the district while working for Susan Bysiewicz

when she was exploring a run for the seat. Tiktinsky qualified for a primary by receiving more than the required 918 signatures from Democrats in the district.

education classroom teacher for 25 years before working as an administrator for another 10. Abrams, the wife of former state Rep. James Abrams, now a Superior

Abrams, 59, was a special

See 13th District, A18

34th District grassroots campaign in January, knocking on 2,000 doors himself with the goal of more than 20,000 doors by November. “It’s getting out, meeting people,” he said, “answering their questions.” He said he believes Connecticut is a “fantastic state, and there are things that can be done to fix the problems we have that Fasano and the Republicans are just blocking.”

He said his military background, professional skills and solid plan of how to increase state revenue make him the best candidate to beat Fasano. As a retired Navy chief and combat veteran who was injured in Iraq, he said he can reach across party lines, and as a lawyer, he knows how to stand firm on his opinions while listening to the other

side.

loophole in tax law.

“Almost every time I am out canvassing,” he said, “Democrats, Republicans and independents are promising to vote for me in the general election.”

“My platform will take care of all and people see that, they know I care,” he said.

He laid out a three-point plan for increasing state revenue that consists of installing electronic road tolls, legalizing marijuana and closing the carried interest

All

Lic# PL204680

APEC ELECTRIC

Purpose Electrical Contractor

Joseph W. Fontanella

Lic.# E1-123497

89209-01

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

Republicans also have a primary for comptroller, while Democrats need to select nominees for the 13th, 16th, and 34th state Senate districts. Connecticut law requires that electors be registered with a party to be eligible to vote in a primary.

860-349-0303

Family Pest Control LLC

DAVID M. FUGGE

“Our family serving Your family”

Antique & Fine Furniture Refinishing & Restoration

89178-01

Locally Owned and Operated Since 1977

Professional Service Since 1976

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

Connecticut Business License # B-2045

1289917

129826R 1287233

Durham, CT (860) 349-1131 Pick-up & Delivery

Holly Locks Hair Styling

Holly Pearce Licensed Cosmetologist

312 Main Street • Durham, CT • 860-349-3177

TRAY RACKI - OWNER CT HIC.0559832

ADDITIONS - REMODELING - ROOFING - SIDING GUTTERS - DECKS - HOME REPAIRS QUAILITY WORK - GREAT PRICES

CALL: 860-349-1758 WWW.ROCKFALLCO.COM

89177-01

Open Tuesday & Friday 9–6 Wednesday & Thursday 9–9, Saturday 9–4 Appointments Necessary

88149-01

msavino@record-journal.com 203-317-2266 Twitter: @reporter_savino

LTakores@record-journal.com 203-317-2212 Twitter: @LCTakores

1283529

From A16

Registration may be done online (www.myvote.ct.gov/ register), by mail, or at the Department of Motor Vehicles, and must be completed by Thursday. Voters also can complete their registration in person by noon Aug. 13.

“It’s not enough to just make promises,” he said. “People know they can trust me.”

89212-01

Primaries

The deadline to switch parties has passed, but those who are unregistered or are unaffiliated still have time to become eligible.

He said he testified on banning ghost guns and bump stocks, and his stance on gun control and safety is consistent with the progressive values he’s run on “from day one.”

SERVICE DIRECTORY Commercial • Residential • Industrial • Licensed • Insured

both parties have nomination battles for governor, lieutenant governor, treasurer, and attorney general.

An endorsement from gun control group Moms Demand Action-CT separates him from McKeen, an avid hunter and member of Connecticut Citizens Defense League, a Second Amendment-rights group.

89203-01

From A16

A18

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

13th District From A17

Court judge, was compelled to make her first run for office following the 2016 national election, joining a record number of women looking to enter politics this year. “It wasn’t at that moment that I decided, but it certainly raised my consciousness,” she said. “Our current representative has many of the same agenda that the national

Republicans do and I thought I owed it to myself.”

new leadership to fix the state’s problems.

After graduating from Colgate University with a degree in political science in 2016, Tiktinsky said he decided to stay in Connecticut, unlike most of his hometown friends, because he wanted to fix “the only state I’ve called home.”

“The Democrats have been in charge of the legislature for literally my whole life and for the last 10 years the state has been in a recession,” he said. “I think it’s going to take a new wave of leadership to pull Connecticut back into growth and that promise of opportunity for everybody.”

Tiktinsky said he represents a “new wave” of younger Democratic candidates and says the party needs to elect

Tiktinsky argues Abrams represents the party’s “status

quo,” which Abrams challenged by pointing out that she’s never held public office. Abrams argues she would give Democrats the best chance against Suzio in the general election, citing her “connections in this community and the campaign I’ve run.”

last decade, with the most recent races won by razorthin margins. Both parties see the 13th as an important piece in gaining control of the Senate currently tied at 18 seats apiece. Suzio, of Meriden, narrowly defeated Democratic incumbent Dante Bartolomeo in 2016.

The 13th Senate District — which comprises all of Meriden and parts of Cheshire, Middletown and Middlefield — has jumped from Republican to Democrat for the

Tiktinsky said his “biggest priority” as a legislator would be “making sure that people in Connecticut have equal opportunity.” He’s a proponent of universal preschool and free community college for people of all ages, including adults who lose their job and need to change fields.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

AURORA TREE REMOVAL

“I think it is a real problem that we’re the wealthiest state in the wealthiest country in the history of the world and we still fail to provide young people with boot straps and seniors with stability,” he said.

Contractor’s Lic #558031

89850-01

Owner on Every Job • Free Estimates Fully Insured

90919-01

Bucket Truck/Crane/Climbing Stump Grinding • Chipping • Lot Clearing • Tree & Shrub Installation • Storm Damage Clean-ups &Žƌ ŚŝůĚƌĞŶ ĂŶĚ ĚƵůƚƐ͊ ^ƚƵĚŝŽ ƐƉĂĐĞƐ ŚĂǀĞ ũƵƐƚ ŽƉĞŶĞĚ ƵƉ ŝŶ ƚŚĞ ƵƌŚĂŵ ĂƌĞĂ͘ KǀĞƌ ϭϴ ǇĞĂƌƐ ŽĨ ĞǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ƚĞĂĐŚŝŶŐ Ăůů ĂŐĞƐ͘ WŚŽŶĞ͗ ϴϲϬͲϲϬϱͲϴϰϱϭ ŵĂŝů͗W:dƉŝĂŶŽΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ ŚƩƉ͗ͬͬŵĞŵƵŵƐĞĚƐŽ͘ǁŝǆƐŝƚĞ͘ĐŽŵͬƉũƚƉŝĂŶŽůĞƐƐŽŶƐ

860-966-7977

Major Credit Cards Accepted

Abrams’ priorities include creating universal access to affordable health care, strengthening public education and protecting women’s reproductive rights. But she added she doesn’t want to be typecast as a candidate who only cares about “social justice issues” because she’s also focused on fixing the state economy.

Town Times

...serving Durham, Middlefield & Rockfall

Joy Boone, Advertising SERVING CT • MA • RI

Your Business and Estate Planning Law Firm

jeflegal.com Joseph E. Fournier, Esq., CPA

80589-01

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

87434-01

Both Tiktinsky and Abrams want to grow Connecticut’s economy by doing more to keep college graduates and retirees in the state. Both candidates also support raising the minimum wage to $15.

87412-01

860-349-1918

“I don’t want to be put in a box about that. It doesn’t have to be one or the other,” she said.

84462-01

- Landscape Design - Landscape Install - Hydroseeding - Pavers/Bluestone - Excavation/Grading - Drainage Work - Organic Land Care - Sustainable Landscapes

Main Office: 64 Thompson St, East Haven, CT jfournier@jeflegal.com • 860.670.3535

DESIGN • CONSTRUCT • MAINTAIN

Tiktinsky says he would like to see the legislature reform the state’s “regressive tax system” and not rely as heavily on property and sales taxes, and instead create “progressive alternatives to fixed-use fees.”

Raintree Lawn Care Lawn Mowing

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

270 Main St., Middlefield 860-349-8551

Ernie Laudano • STONE & MULCH DELIVERED • Hedge Trimming

FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED Serving Durham and Middlefield since 1985

84447-01

1289954

84429-01

Est. 1965

860-663-3107

Abrams wants to support initiatives to protect working families, which she considSee 13th, A19

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

School records to be destroyed The Student Services and Special Education Department of Regional School District 13 plans to destroy any and all special education/504 records of students who graduated or would have graduated with the

13th From A18

Music in the Park series

Class of 2012.

Tuesday, Aug. 21.

These records may be helpful or necessary for future referrals to Social Security and other state services. These records are scheduled to be destroyed on Wednesday, Aug. 22.

Forward all requests to Scott Rossignol, Director of Student Services and Special Education, Regional School District 13, 135A Pickett Lane, PO Box 190, Durham, CT 06422.

If any student, as described above, would like a copy of their special education/504 records, they must submit a written request for a copy of the records no later than

Also, call the office of the Student Services and Special Education to confirm receipt of request at 860-349-7208.

Music in the Park is scheduled for Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Peckham Park. Bring a blanket, chairs and picnic dinner.

Aug. 29 – Magic of Christopher.

Durham Middlefield Local Wellness Coalition is scheduled to meet, as follows, at Strong Middle School, 2:30 to 3:45 p.m.

sentation. Nov. 9 – Asset Building presentation. Jan. 14 – New Findings RX/

Sept. 10 – Mindfulness Pre-

See Meetings, A20

DARYL’S DRIVEWAY REPAIR 88769-01

Asphalt Repair, Rubberized Crack Filling, Driveway Sealing and Paving Daryl Brockett 105R David Rd., Durham, CT

90900-01

“I have experience here that can’t be duplicated, and I think it’s very valuable in terms of understanding the district’s history and its challenges,” she said.

860-836-3026

Licensed and Insured #0648207

, Middlefield

CV CV

83348-01

1278383 1278383 1278383

Tiktinsky said he “totally understands” why people raise the issue of his experience in the district, but he said many of the issues facing the district are also statewide issues. He said his campaign has knocked on more than 13,000 doors, which demonstrates a “depth of community engagement.”

PAVING PAVING PAVING

••Quality QualityDriveways Driveways

(25+ yrs. (25+ Exp.) (35+ yrsExp.) Exp.) (25+yrs. yrs. Exp.) CT REG. #580903 CT REG. CT REG.#580903 #580903

•• •Water Water Problems &&Drainage Drainage Work WaterProblems Problems& DrainageWork Work •• •Lot Clearing • Tree & Stump Removal Lot Concrete LotClearing Clearing• •Tree Tree&&Stump StumpRemoval Removal•• •Concrete Concrete

84427-01

1289953 102794R

“Representation comes from a depth of engagement, it doesn’t come from a ZIP code of origin,” he said.

In Durham InInDurham/ Durham Durham Call Call Charlie Middlefield CallCharlie Charlie

LICENSED & INSURED LICENSED&&INSURED INSURED (860) (860) 349-0157 We work 24/7 (860)349-0157 349-0157 LICENSED We work We work24/7 24/7

Beautiful Driveways that last!

KENNETH R. JAY

DURHAM

Landscape Maintenance & Construction LLC

AUTO PARTS

Complete Lawn and Shrub Bed Maintenance Landscape Design and Installation Service HIC #0621170

Stone Work and Pavers

Commercial, Residential, Industrial

(860) 346-3827 • (860) 250-0628

75298R 82512-01 1287230

www.jaylandscape.com

92 Jackson Hill Road, Middlefield, CT 06455

PARTS STORES

336 Main Street Durham, CT

84398-01

Call for Your Free Quote on Stonework Now!

860-349-8868

1289925 79167-01

WHITEHOUSE CONSTRUCTION INC. Durham, Connecticut | CT Lic. #554559

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

87416-01

SEPTIC ISSUES? You need someone you can trust to do the digging. Call Randy Whitehouse, 860-349-1904.

mzabierek@record-journal.com 203-317-2279 Twitter: @MatthewZabierek

Aug. 22 – Bored of Education.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Abrams believes her longtime ties to Meriden will make her the better representative. She graduated from Maloney High School and has lived in the district for most of her life.

Tiktinsky said local party leadership advised him to “work for (Abrams’) campaign and join a local board” rather than run. He didn’l follow that advice because “we don’t have that time. Connecticut is not in good shape, it’s been struggling for the last 10 years.”

Aug. 15 – Rockslide.

Wellness coalition meetings scheduled

ers “Connecticut’s most important economic resource.”

“I came to work in this community and I chose this community as the place I wanted to be,” he added. “I’m a young person, so the decision to settle down is not something that I had the opportunity to make until pretty recently.”

A19

INTERIO

DESIGNS • INSTALLATIONS • RENOVATIONS Kitchens • Baths • Drywall • Painting • Ceilings • Flooring • Interior • Doors

860-719-1917

lindajoneshomeimprovements@gmail.com HIC 644311

A20

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

ANYWHERE, ANYTIME

UNLIMITED NEWS & INFORMATION @ YOUR FINGERTIPS

Solarize Middlefield workshop planned Scripture Bits

The Solarize Middlefield about financing options. program has scheduled a Middlefield and Rockfall workshop for Wednesday, to I N T E Q B A N H D W O Nwho H Cwant OW Aug. 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the homeowners find out if their home is Middlefield Community good for solar can go to SoCenter Auditorium, 405 lar izect.com/Middlefield. G O S W Q I W D H J, S T Y Main St., Middlefield. Durham residents are also Residents can learn about welcome to participate in the program, talk to other ONTNDSM J, S Middlefield T Y D Q proC O W, S T Y theXSolarize solarize participants, meet g ra m. solar installers and learn

V H D J, S T Y X N F J X A, S T Y

Meetings S Y P Q D S M X J. ---------------From A19

Opioids.

May 13 – Coalition celebration.

V O Q X Q V V Q S T I 4:8

The mission of the Durham March 11 – Youth-led meet- Middlefield Local Wellness ing. CLUE: B = XCoalition is to reduce the harm of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs in our towns through comMiddlefield munity action, education, Apartments for Rent support and collaboration. The coalition meets bimonthly, while the executive, subcommittees and 1 bedroom, on EDGE meet monthly.

Solve the Puzzle

GRAB THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS. The print edition packed with local content and local merchants’ money saving flyers and coupons, PLUS, Unlimited access to our online content too!

7 day Thursday - Sunday Thursday & Sunday Saturday & Sunday Sunday Only

89271-01

RJ ALLACCESS

first floor, $850 per month, plus utilities, no dogs, 2 months security plus one month rent required.

$36.00/month $28.50/month $21.50/month $21.50/month $17.50/month

RJ DIGITAL ACCESS HAS YOU COVERED AS WELL. RJ DIGITAL ACCESS ONLY

Solution

Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. – --- Philippians 4:8 Puzzle on Page A6

Middlefield OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

Approximately 1200–2100 sq. ft.

860-982-3000

860-349-3876

CROSSWORD ANSWER

SUDOKU ANSWER

$15.99 / First Month only .99 Cents

MEDIA THAT MOVES >>

78685-01

Call us (203) 634-3933 or visit: thewesterlysun.com/allaccess

500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut 203.235.1661 | rjmediagroup.com

88678-01

Only interested in following us on your tablet, smartphone, laptop or desktop?

2 bedroom, heat included, first floor, $1,050 per month, no dogs, 2 months security plus one month rent required.

Scripture Bits Solution

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Legal Notices

A21

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

& Classifieds

RJ MEDIA GROUP | Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | HOMEBASE Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times | The Post Public / Legal Notices Legal Notice Durham Correction: The Durham Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on Thursday, September 6, 2018 and Saturday, September 8, 2018. Help Wanted Nano Construction Services looking to hire a CDL driver class C, Full time, exp. pref. Call Phil 860-948-8748

RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.

Classifieds Open 8–5 Monday thru Friday. Call Us.

203-238-1953

Help Wanted SECRETARY Senior Clerk: Performs a wide variety of responsible clerical duties in a municipal government office. The position requires 4 years of office work experience of a responsible nature and a H.S. diploma. $22.19 to $26.46 hourly (Contract Currently Under Negotiations) plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Human Resources Department, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. The closing date will be that date the 75th application form/resume is received, or August 15, 2018, whichever occurs first. EOE.

Help Wanted

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Attendant I): Operates and maintains equipment and processes in a municipal sewage treatment plant. Requires a H.S. diploma or GED plus a State of CT Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Class I Operators License or higher certification, or a Class I Operator-in-Training certification. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. $ 21.57 to $ 25.50 hourly / $ 20.49 to $ 25.50 hourly based on certifications & experience plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. The closing date will be that date the 75th application form/resume is received, or August 15, 2018 whichever occurs first. EOE

Lawn and Garden

Controller RJ Media Group is seeking a Controller to lead our accounting and finance team. This handson position requires responsibility for the day to day accounting operations, ensuring that systems and procedures are in place to support the accuracy and reliability of the Company’s financial reporting, and for overseeing audits and regulatory compliance. The Controller will manage the accounting team including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions. Qualified candidates will have advanced knowledge of database, accounting, and reporting software; be proficient in complex spreadsheet design, have strong analytical and interpersonal communications skills, be confident and proactive with a hands-on approach to fulfilling responsibilities, have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, and have 5-7 years of increasing responsibility in an audit and accounting environment. RJ Media Group is a, 150 year old, familyowned company that publishes the RecordJournal, The Westerly Sun, 7 weekly community newspapers, myrecordjournal.com and thewesterlysun.com, delivering the hyperlocal news that citizens want, as well as the audience that businesses need. For consideration please send resume and cover letter to: Courtney Wengenroth, HR Manager Record-Journal cwengenroth@record-jour nal.com

RJ Media Group, is seeking a progressive Graphic Designer to join our creative team. Qualified candidates will demonstrate strong creative web & print design, attention to detail and proficiency with all major design software. Our ideal candidate will have a sharp eye for design and had the ability to design for different types of advertising collateral.

RJ Media Group is an EOE

Lost and Found

• B.A. or equivalent experience required working in print and web mediums. • Prior experience in the industry along with knowledge of HTML and CSS is a plus. • We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. • Be part of something unique: RJ Media Group is a family-owned company specializing in providing highly customized advertising strategies and solutions meaning exceptional avenues for you to learn and grow. RJ Media Group is a 150 year old family-owned company that publishes the Record-Journal, The Westerly Sun, 7 weekly community newspapers, myrecordjournal.com and thewesterlysun.com, delivering the hyper-local news that citizens want, as well as the audience that businesses need. Plus, we have partnered with the biggest names in digital recruitment marketing to offer our advertisers unmatched reach and targeting capabilities. For consideration please send resume, cover letter and url samples to: Erik Allison, Creative Director | Record-Journal | 500 South Broad St. | Meriden, CT 06450 Erik Allison at eallison@RJMediaGroup.com 90133-01

Boats and Motors

LOST DOG - Bischon YAMAHA 3 passenger White, lost in Colony Wave Runner F.W. onSt. area, in need of ly, 14 hours, w/trailer & meds, please return for many options, $9,000 reward, please take to Call Lou (203)410-1950 vet. 203-443-5541 MERIDEN - Large black male dog w/ white paws and tail, has collar, no tags, 860-3010068 or 860-754-8315

• Expert skills with Adobe CS, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.

Furniture & Appliances Classic Dining set table; 6 chairs; 2 leaf, pads; & a 2 piece Hutch, $500, negotiable, 860-621-7615

Waste Treatment

Graphic Designer

RJ Media Group is an EOE

Help Wanted

Auto Parts FORD 2018 new, red 8 ft alum. bed, and bumper off brand new F-250 PU. $1,900. Call Lou (203)410-1950

Automobiles Wanted

Appliances AFFORDABLE - Used Dryers, washers, fridges, stoves, repairs available. Wallingford, 475-201-9001.

Construction Equipment & Tools BRAND NEW BRADCO MODEL 625 TRENCHER never used, $3,000. Call Lou (203)410-1950

LOOKING FOR A NEW RIDE? Best Selection of Used Vehicles! Classified Section

Electronics CASH PAID - For any Toshiba 32AF42, 32" Toyota any condition, color TV, great cond. running or not, crashed Has original manual. okay. Will take other From a non-smoking makes and models. home. $8 Call or text (203) 600-4431. (203) 850-8669.

ANTIQUES - Always buying old; Toys, military, jewelry, art, watches, musical instruments, signs, arcade games, cameras, pre 1970 sports memorabilia, plus more. One item or entire estate contents. Call 860-718-5132.

Since 1867 We Are Proud To Be Your Local News and Advertising Source

MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION DEE’S ANTIQUES Screened Topsoil $20 Buying Collectibles, per yd; Sand-$15 per Jewelry & Silver. yd; Sandy Gravel-$17 China, Glass, Military, per yd; Millings-$10 Musical. Anything old per yd; Screened & unusual. Single Millings $14 per yd; item to an estate. Clean Fill $8 per yd: 203-235-8431. $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 Grassy Hill Auctions, an yd pickup at our yard. Estate Sale, LiquidaCall Jim @ 860-982tion, Attic & Basement 4819 for delivery Cleanout Company is Always Buying and Miscellaneous providing services all For Sale over Connecticut. These are just a FEW BARN SALE of the things we are 71 Warren St, Meriden looking for: Antiques, SELLING. 9am - 2pm Collectibles, Old/ Vintage Toys, Musical InCHESHIRE struments (SaxoProfessional Drum set, phones, Trumpets, Vi$200 firm, text only at olins, Flutes, Clarinets, 203-651-9127 Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) AdverMusic Instruments tising Items, Wrist& Instruction watches (Broken or Not), Pocket Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old PhotoMusic By Roberta graphs, Old Postcards, Perform + Instruct Voice lessons - all ages Brewery Items, Hunt+levels,piano beginner- ing & Fishing, PEZ Dispensers, Costume interm. (203) 630-9295. Jewelry, Broken Jewelry, Gold & Silver JewWanted to Buy elry, Gold & Silver Coins, Military Items, Swords & Bayonets, 1,2,3 Items or an Estate Helmets & Patches, ûûûCA$Hûûû Medals & Uniforms, Todd Shamock Pocket Knives, Light203-494-1695 ers & Pipes, Fountain ESTATE SALE SERVICE Pens, Mechanical PenCostume Jewelry, cils, Fraternal Order Antiques, paintings, Items, Religious Items, Meriden-made items. Industrial Items, Winchester Items, 1-2 ITEMS Sikorsky Items, Pratt & Silverware, China, Glass. Whitney Items, Colt Furniture, 50’s Items. Items, Native American Whole Estates Items, Vintage Elec203 238-3499 tronics, Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Matchbox & AARON’S BUYING Hotwheels, Barbie’s, Old Machinist Tools, Folk Art, Statues, Lathes, Bench Tools Bronzes, Trains, CamHand Tools, Much eras, Mid Century More. (203) 525-0608 Modern Furniture, ALWAYS BUYING Straight Razors, Shaving Items, Political CASH PAID Items, Comic Books, Sports Cards & Vintage Electronics, MuAutographs…& THE sical Instruments, LIST GOES ON! So Amps, Ham Equipplease give us a call at ment, HiFi, Radios, your earliest convince. CB, Guitars, Audio Grassy Hill Auctions Equipment, Antiques. 203-868-1816 - Grassy 860-707-9350 HillAuctions.com

A22

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Wanted to Buy Individual firearms collections and estates including military and related items. Federal collector’s license, gunsmith, appraisals. Richard Pleines, (860) 663-2214

***NEED EXTRA CASH?*** Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services avail. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203-269-9888. www.ricksantiques andcoins.com

Wood / Fuel & Heating Equip PRE - SEASON FIREWOOD SALE - Seasoned - Ends August. Cleanest in CT, $180 per cord delivered. Discounts over 4 & picked up. Mike (203) 631-2211

TREE LENGTH Firewood Call for details 203-238-2149

Efficiency - 1st flr., near the Hospital of Central CT, utilities NOT included, NO smoking preferred, references & double security deposit required. 860-621-2693

Businesses & Services Attics &

Meriden – 3 BD. $885.00 Basement Cleaned 3rd Floor. Very clean. 20 Pine St. Call Linna GARY Wodatch Demoli347-339-0235 tion Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris PLANTSVILLE - Near I- removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls re84, 1.5 rm eff. apt., turned. Ins. #566326. $160wk incl. heat, HW, Cell, 860-558-5430 AC, appli, Sec. dep., refs. req’d. smoke free (860) 620-0025. Electrical Services Wallingford - 1 BR, downtown, bright, sunny, washer/dryer inc. 203-284-1952 or vcbluzman@hotmail.com

All Systems Electric LLC Electrical Wiring & More! Generators, Security & Fire Alarms, Data Wiring, Roof De-Icing FREE ESTIMATES! Business Property CT# 0187714-E1 Visit for Rent us at www.ase-ct.com 860-436-4957 WLFD - Ideal location on Center St. Retail or T.E.C. Electrical Office space available, Service LLC 1,000 sq. ft. All Phases of Electrical Work 508-362-2207 24 hr. Emergency Service Small Jobs Welcome 203-237-2122

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

Pets For Sale Rooms For Rent

Fencing CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.

French bulldog, Shih-poo, Labrador, German Shepard; Bengal Kittens $550 + (860) 828-7442

PUREBRED MALTESE 2 Females, 10 WKS OLD avail. now. $900 each. 860-863-8318

Apartments For Rent BERLIN - First floor, 1 bedroom, 1 car bay, no pets. 860-828-3315 MERIDEN - 1 BR, 4 rms, Parker Ave, quiet location, off st prkg. No pets/smkg. $825. 203-213-3124

DURHAM160 Wallingford Road, Sat., 8/11, 9am-2pm, Fundraising Sale to benefit 4-H

Do you have a subscription already? Activate your digital access today: /allaccess

Specializing in roofing, siding, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, basement remodeling. Senior citizen discount Insured. Free est. 203-269-6605 HIC#0631937

Junk Removal

ED’S JUNK REMOVAL WE HAVE DUMP TRUCK Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, bsemts, garages, appl. & more. Any Questions? Ed (203) 494-1526

GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin (203) 4403279 Fully ins. CT# 569127

W.BOOBER MASONRY 25 Years Experience All Types of Masonry CT #626708 203 235-4139

IF YOU Mention 203-639-0032 Painting This Ad & Wallpapering info@ gonzalez SPRINGYard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, constructionllc.com Painting Services, Comstorm damage Fully Lic & Ins mercial & Residential, **JUNK REMOVAL** Reg #577319 Interior & Exterior. ReAppl’s, Furniture, Junk, pairs, Powerwashing, Debris, etc Deck Maintenance. WE CAN REMOVE Over 30 Years ExperiANYTHING ence. Call Tom at Entire house to 203-715-5906 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Plumbing Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or George J Mack & Sons 860-575-8218 Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain re- Roof repair, roof replacement. Free estimates pairs. Water heater reCT HIC # 0651199. placements. 15% Sr www.laroofingct.com. citizen disc. Member (860) 877-3006 of BBB. 203-238-2820

J & M Landscapes Complete lawn care. Mulch&Stone delv. Shed stone found. Stump grinding. Gutter clean-outs. Storm Clean-up. Free quote. 860-349-8135. WE REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *SPRING YardClean-ups*

FREE ESTIMATES LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218 GUTTERS PLUS 25+ yrs exp. Call today for free est. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

Handypersons

Landscaping Comm. & Res. Spring Cleanups, lawn mowing, hedge trimming, mulching, retaining walls & walkways, & much more. Free Est. 203-687-0936.

Since 1947.Remodeling, Carpentry, plumbing, Eagle Landscaping odd jobs. Former Navy LLC - Tree trimming, Seal.CT#640689 Home mulch, fertilizer, inDoctor 203.427.7828 stalling underground sprinklers. We’re here Home Improvement to help! Please call Javier - 203-285-9947 CORNERSTONE Gary Wodatch LandFence & Ornamental scaping. Hedge/tree Gates. All types of trimming. Trim overfence. Res/Comm. grown properties. Calls AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call returned. #620397 John Uvino 203-237860-558-5430 4283. CT Reg #601060.

FACEBOOK.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL NEWSPAPER TWITTER.COM/ RECORD_JOURNAL INSTAGRAM.COM/ RECORDJOURNAL

Roofing, siding, windows, decks & remodeling.

Power Washing

Gutters

MERIDEN- Clean, Safe Room. 203-605-6522 Utils & fridge incl. Share kitchen/bath. $135 per week + sec.

Tag Sales

ALEX MASONRY 30 yrs. exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Steps, Brick, Stone, Chimneys. #580443. 203-2320257 or 203-596-0652

203-238-1953

Get Listed. Get Results.

JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC–Trees & Shurb pruning, weeding, mulching. All your landscape needs. Top Quality Work At A Reasonable Price. #616311. Fully lic. & ins. 203-213-6528

JM Lawn Care - Lawn mowing, Spring cleanup, hedge trimming, tree service, mulch any color. 860-796-8168

A-1 Quality Powerwashing low rates Call Dennis 203-630-0008

Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential & A pressureless house washing commercial roofing. system can save you money, Senior citizen discount ask how! Free roof treatment Insured Free est. system with every house 203-269-6605 wash! The Power-washing HIC#0631937 Kings. Others Wash - We Clean! (203) 631 - 3777 (860) 839 - 1000 thepowerwashingkings.com

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

Roofing

Yard Cleanups, Tree Removal & much more! A & A Lawn Maint. 860-719-3953

Masonry

Siding.Roofing.Windows Decks.Sunrooms.Add’ CT Reg#516790. 203-237-0350 Fiderio & Sons www. fiderio.com

Siding

Roofing. Siding. Windows. More. Free Est’s. Ins. # 604200. Member BBB. Harmony.(860)645-8899

Tree Services Gary Wodatch LLC TREE REMOVAL All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430

Roofing - Siding Skylight Installation Chimney repair. Flashing Lic. #0649808. 203-510-3830

A&A MASONRY 20 yrs exp. Specializing in sidewalks, stairs, Roofing. Siding. patios, stonewalls, Windows. More. Free chimneys, fireplaces & Est’s. Ins. # 604200. much more! Call AnyMember BBB. time 860-462-6006! Free Est! #HIC0616290 Harmony.(860) 645-8899

Tutoring One On One Basketball Inc.Expert Basketball Instruction. All ages /skill levels. Indiv. or group training. Guaranteed improvement after first lesson 914-482-0998 cjcordes1@aol.com

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

A23

THINK BEYOND

THE BANNER AD Targeted Display Advertising

A strategic display campaign targets your audience by

Website Development

where they live, what they like and how they surf the

Search Engine Optimization

web. It can even follow them around and keep reminding

E-Mail Marketing

them about your business. Let us guide you through the

Social Media Campaigns

expanding world of online advertising solutions.

To learn more about Homebase Digital, contact Sacha Yenkana at 203.317.2216 or syenkana@homebasedigital.com.

REACH CUSTOMERS WHERE THEY LIVE 500 South Broad Street | Meriden, Connecticut | 203.317.2300 | homebasedigital.com

MEDIA THAT MOVES YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD >>

Town Times | towntimes.com

Friday, August 10, 2018

Our Produces Results! OUR EXPERIENCE PRODUCES RESULTS ! ! OUR EX OUR EExperience XPERIENCE PRODUCES RESULTS

NEW LISTING! - OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12-2PM – 35 BEAR ROCK ROAD, DURHAM

Custom Built, One Owner home offering 14 rooms, over 4000+ sq ft of living space and 6 True Bedrooms for only $399,900! This Stately Tudor Colonial is set back from the road on a beautiful, lightly wooded, lot that directly abuts Cockaponsett State Forest! The first floor offers a large eat-in kitchen, spacious formal living & dining rooms, private home office, family room w/ f.p. & huge screened 3 season porch overlooking the private backyard! Upstairs is 6 TRUE BEDROOOMS, all generously sized, including the MBR Suite with double closet & full bath w/ double vanity. The Finished, Walk Out, Lower Level is fitted with a wet bar & wood stove, making it the perfect media room, man cave, ect.. The quality of construction & attention detail are evident throughout this incredible home. Must See! $399,900! Rt 17 to Maiden Lane to Bear Rock Road.

Thinking of of Thinking Selling? Selling?

CallCall (860)(860) 349-0344 349-0344 MEETING HOUSE HILL FARM

A Gentleman’s Estate privately situated in Durham’s Idyllic Countryside. The attractive Farmhouse has been completely updated inside & out and is in move-in condition! The English Bank Style Barn was recently renovated and offers incredible possibilities for future uses. The 13+ acres of beautiful grounds are full mature plantings and wildlife! The rolling pastures are ideally suitable for horses, beef cattle, vineyard or orchards. The 850+ feet of frontage on town roads present future potential to build the home of your dreams, a family compound or subdivision! Offered for $549,900

A FAMILY TRADITION OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE A FAMILY TRADITION OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE Your Local Experts

Berardino Realtors Berardino Realtors Berardino Co. Realtors Inc. (860) 349-0344 (860) 349-0344 40 Main St, Durham • 860-349-0344

A FAMIL 90870-01

A24