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convenient hours, a drive thru and 24-hour drive lender on-site to serve our loan customers as Thomaston Savings Bank well as a financial planning specialist to help the began a tradition of family up ATM. Along with these amenities there will be a dedicated commercial lender and residential community with their financial planning needs. banking for people of the community. George A. Stoughton, a local “The bank is very excited about this business man, collected expansion into Bristol. We have an existing signatures for a petition to customer base in the marketplace as well the Legislature. After the as surrounding towns. This is a nice charter was granted in opportunity to serve both new and August 1874, Mr. George A. Stoughton existing customers.” Stoughton made room Founder, Treasurer – Stephen Lewis, CEO and President, in his store, Burr & and Director Thomaston Savings Bank Stoughton, for the Bank. Thomaston Savings In September Bank, 1874-1914 1874, David Merriam made the first deposit. Under successive presidents, vice-presidents and secretary-treasurers, the Bank continued to serve the growing manufacturing town from varying locations until it moved into its own building on December 15, 1939 – a new colonialstyle office built on the same site where Seth Thomas had originally built his home. From its humble beginnings in the Burr & Stoughton department store, Thomaston Savings Bank has expanded its role to meet the financial needs of individuals, families, and businesses located throughout western Connecticut and is now one of the strongest financial institutions in the state. Today, in the spirit of enterprise and endeavor that is the heritage of the former farming hamlet that became its own small city, Thomaston Savings    Bank looks back with pride to its Committed to Community achievements – and looks ahead with dedication to a continued tradition of Not every day can be sunny. At Thomaston Savings Bank we're prepared for whatever community banking. comes along in this economic climate. Through some of the most difficult and challenging times in our country’s history we have remained steadfast and committed New Bristol Branch to our core principals and beliefs. We have never adopted risky lending practices and Construction of a new financial continue to operate in a conservative, prudent and safe manner. We are and will continue banking center to be built at 40 Middle to be one of the best capitalized banks in the State of Connecticut. Street in Bristol, Conn. is underway. This will be the bank’s tenth fullCall: (860) 283.1874 | Click: www.thomastonsavingsbank.com service banking location and will offer “LIKE” US all the convenience and service of the ON FACEBOOK We were here for you yesterday, we are here for you today bank’s existing branches. This state-ofand we will certainly be here for you tomorrow. Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender the-art facility will be located at 40 Middle Street and will include

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OUR BUSINESSES ARE OUR NEIGHBORS Local businesses are the backbone of our communities. From the Mum City to the Hardware City, Central Connecticut has a long history of working hard to build a future. And that s what we see today manufacturers, retailers and services striving to leave their mark for generations to come. They provide the jobs and the tax base to make all of our lives better. Good times and bad, they re the ones that help nonprofit groups and charities help others all year long. We encourage you to support your neighbors through your purchases and your word-of-mouth advertising. That s what made these businesses strong in the past, community supporters today and pillars of the community in the future.

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Businesses adapt to changing times By SCOTT WHIPPLE STAFF WRITER

The challenges facing Bristol and New Britain are numerous, but they ve both displayed an ability to redefine their business sectors so that when one industry fails, another helps breathe life into the local economy. Michael Nicastro, president and CEO of the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce in Bristol, notes that Bristol is often viewed as a microcosm of New England during the Industrial Revolution and its aftermath. Beginning in the 19th century the city became known for its clock and watch-making. Later, city manufacturing expanded to toys, hardware, springs and wires. Today the city is known for its clock museum, ESPN and its Chrysanthemum festival. In 1980, Bristol welcomed ESPN, now the largest cable channel with more than 1,200 employees. Associated Spring,

Dana/Warner Electric Corporation, Otis Elevator, CIGNA Insurance and Bristol Hospital are among the largest private employers. In recent years, Bristol developed one of the most successful industrial parks in Connecticut. More than 1,600 people are employed in 23 city businesses. Nicastro stresses that despite the similarities in the two cities, New Britain is a far more dense urban area. The city is roughly 13.4 square miles with a population of 72,000 (down from well over 80,000 decades ago) and has direct access to three multilane highways in Interstate 84, Route 9 and Route 72. Bristol is much larger geographically, encompassing 26.8 square miles, but smaller by population at 62,000. Unlike New Britain, Bristol only has a link to a multilane restricted access highway with the extension of Route 72 via a boulevard-style connector. As the two cities have evolved,

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ADVERTISER PAGE Acme Monaco ............................................36 Acme Monaco ............................................17 Angelo s Market..........................................17 Anthony s Service Center ...........................16 Aqua Terra ..................................................28    .................................14     .....................19 Auto Master ...............................................36    ....................................6    .................................40   ............................... 20-21    ............................................31      ..........37 Bristol Chamber of Commerce ...................10     ...................18     .....................23 Brooks Oil ...................................................29 Café Buono .................................................35   .......................................35 Crystal Diner ...............................................19 CV Mason .....................................................7   ............................................6   ................................................31  ..................................................30   ........................................38     ................14

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89 Years Improving Lives in the Bristol Community One of the oldest family run businesses in CT 012354

211 YEARS IN BUSINESS Our products include free state-wide delivery and make your home more safe, comfortable and accessible. Our specialties include: s 3TAIRLIFTS (free consultations) s -ASTECTOMY PRODUCTS s #USHION LIFT CHAIRS s 7OUND CARE OSTOMY s "ATHROOM SAFETY s #OMPRESSION HOSIERY s 7HEELCHAIRS WALKERS s $IABETIC SUPPLIES

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Vision: To advance the common good by creating lasting changes to improve lives in our communities. Mission: We will unite our communities to create opportunities for a better life for all by focusing on education, income and health. The United Way of West Central Connecticut originated as the Community Chest of Bristol, Conn. in 1922 and later expanded into the towns of Burlington and Plymouth. The United Way of Bristol, Burlington and Plymouth merged with the United Way of Plainville in 1996 to form the United Way of West Central Connecticut. We have been proudly serving the citizens of Bristol by improving lives for 89 years.

GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED. In 1839 Abijah Flagg moved his furniture store and funeral home from Berlin to New Britain. In 1857, his son, William, sold the business to Joseph G. Thompson who sold it to Bryan Churchill Porter in 1869 and it became B.C. Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Inc. The company rented a three-story building on Main Street next to the railroad tracks north of the intersection with West Main Street. The first floor was the furniture store, the second floor was the funeral home and the third floor was the Porter family residence. In 1885, the company moved to its newly constructed location at 222 Main St. on the green in the center of town. The funeral home operated in a portion of 222 Main St. with the furniture store, and was soon after moved to the 19 Court St. location. Upon his death in 1891, Bryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sons, Frank and Eugene, followed their father and the company became B.C. Porter & Sons. The furniture store and funeral home became two separate corporations under the direction of Maxwell S. Porter (grandson of the founder) in 1959. Eliot H. Porter II (great-grandson of the founder) then presided over the funeral home until 1984 when his son, Christopher H. Porter, represented the fifth generation, and became the president of the funeral home presently operating at 111 Chamberlain Highway in Kensington. Other members of the staff include Dr. Paul N. Warren who joined the firm in 2009 and is a licensed director and embalmer, Peggy Porter, Ronald Lindgren, David Alkas, John Dumin, and Paul Kristopik. Well-versed in the traditions of a multitude of faiths and continuing to be a leader in the industry, Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has been one of the first funeral homes to serve customers with legally accepted pre-need requirements, with cellular phones that enable better availability to families, and with online communications with the newspapers for obituary accuracy. In the day of mergers and big corporate takeovers, Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is proud to maintain that family to family tradition of trust and faith that has spanned 136 years.

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Industry continues to play role in New Britain and Bristol Continued from Page 3

the new players, ESPN and Rich s Food products (formerly Celebration Foods) are also very different in nature and location. With New Britain s compact size, the growth of Celebration Foods has been an influence on downtown. ESPN s growth, on the other hand, is on the periphery of the city. According to William Millerick, president of the New Britain Chamber of Commerce, there is a healthy renaissance in precision manufacturing in New Britain. The kinds of precise, highly technical jobs that can t be done in China or Mexico are being done here and are being done better than anywhere in the world, he says. From Integracast to Metalform to Okay Industries to Acme Monaco to Arkadia Plastics, mediumsized manufacturers have found a niche in the global market and are filling it. These are the offspring of the great manufacturers who built New Britain: Fafnir Bearing,

Fafnir Bearing in New Britain was booming during World War ii.

Landers, Corbin Russwin and others that saw so much of their business shipped overseas, piece by piece until there was nothing left. Stanley Black and Decker, once one of New Britain s iconic manufacturers, is today a global company that has adapted, changed

and evolved, specializing in hightech security along with tools. To have Stanley enjoying the success it is experiencing today under [president and CEO] John Lundgren and to see the mediumsized, precision manufacturers experience renewed growth make

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it a terrific period for manufacturing in New Britain, Millerick says. Currently there are programs that place area vocational tech students together with local manufacturers for internships, parttime jobs and mentoring. When these students graduate, they

will be ready for manufacturing careers. Young women are going into manufacturing and moving up to leadership positions, says Millerick. The career opportunities for today s young people to fill tomorrow s jobs are growing. Arlene and Dan Palmer, owners of Leaves and Pages Bookstore & Coffee Shop in downtown New Britain, say they are witnessing this renaissance. Arlene Palmer, former library curator, said she s excited about the work being done next door to Leaves and Pages. The former New Britain National Bank, now Anvil Place, has 26 of the 28 apartments leased, she says. New Britain may not be the industrial city it once was, says Dan Palmer, but nothing in the Northeast is any more. The days of the big conglomerates like Fafnir are gone. So much of industry went south or overseas. It seems to me that the business future of the city lies in smaller firms.

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THE HISTORY OF BAILEY FUNERAL HOME

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In 1884, Daniel W. Fox and his wife Mary (Cook) Fox began a funeral service business with $8 and a $100 bank note. The funeral home was actually the residence of the Fox family, who primarily built and supplied caskets and services to the Plainville community. In those times, preparation of the deceased, viewing and funeral services were commonly held in the home of the deceased.                   licensed woman funeral director. It was Anna s marriage to Walter Allen Bailey, Sr. that marked the beginning of the Bailey association of the funeral home. Allen had one son, W. Allen, Jr. known to many as Bob Bailey, who took over the business.

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Bob had two sons, Bill and Jim. Bill ran the business with his father and grandfather, while Jim pursued a career in the                                                   

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                 capable staff, Jim once again focused on his career in orthopedics with his company, Innovative Medical Products. In 2003,                     Today Andrea Wasley, CFSP, Funeral Director and Managing Partner, Melissa Matthews and Michele Wegner, Funeral Directors continue the Bailey traditions.

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The Hospital of Central Connecticut:

Offering a tradition of excellence, a future of promise

hen the former New Britain General Hospital opened in 1899, the most common ailments treated included

HOCC has numerous specialty centers, including a Center for Bariatric (weight-loss) Surgery; comprehensive Cancer Center;

malaria, rheumatism, pneumonia and fractures. The hospital,

clinical research program; Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate; Sleep

housed in the former home of John B. Smith atop the Grand

Disorders Center; Joint and Spine Center; Wound Care Center;

Street hill, had 20 beds and treated 121 patients that first year.

and Family BirthPlace with a neonatal intensive care unit. We

Hospitals treat some of the same ailments today — along with many other medical conditions inconceivable in 1899. These days,

also maintain one of the busiest emergency departments in the state, with more than 100,000 patients annually.

more than 100,000 patients a year visit what is now The Hospital of

The hospital’s mission is to foster, sustain and improve the

Central Connecticut (HOCC). HOCC was formed with the 2006 merger

health status of the people in the communities it serves. In addition

between New Britain General and Bradley Memorial Hospital in

to offering the most advanced treatment, the hospital provides

Southington, which opened in 1938 with the help of its founder

millions of dollars in charity care, free lectures, support groups,

and benefactor, Julia Bradley. The Hospital of Central Connecticut

education and training for medical professionals, and much more.

now has 414 beds and 32 bassinets and more than 2,000 employees

Additional changes are on the horizon. Earlier this year, the

and 500 physicians.

hospital’s parent organization, the Central Connecticut Health

Throughout history, the hospital has made the most advanced

Alliance, affiliated with Hartford HealthCare, the parent organization

care and expertise available to the community. In 1938 New Britain

of Hartford Hospital. This affiliation will only further our commitment

General Hospital established one of the first recovery rooms in

to high-quality care and offer a broader range of services and

the state. In 1949 it was one of two Connecticut hospitals using

programs. It’s an exciting time for The Hospital of Central

radioactive isotopes for medical research and treatment.

Connecticut, as we continue to build

Today, HOCC offers advanced procedures and technology unimaginable even in the 1940s. These include Novalis radiosurgery, which treats brain and spine tumors without incisions; PET-CT scanning that can precisely pinpoint active cancer cells; and robotic surgery, which allows doctors to perform major surgical procedures with tiny incisions and less pain, blood loss and scarring.

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on a tradition of excellence — and look forward to a future of promise.

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Jerome Home and Arbor Rose offer multiple levels of care while providing residents with a variety of social and recreational programs allowing them to live life to the fullest.

For the last 79 years, Jerome Home has stood as a beacon of senior care in central Connecticut offering a full scope of services for older adults at any stage of their lives. “People access Jerome Home from different points of service,” said Lisa Connolly, Executive Director of Jerome Home. “When you access from one particular point you are more apt to have that level of confidence when you’ve already walked through the door.” Short-term/Outpatient Rehabilitation With physical, occupational and speech therapists, Jerome Home specializes in orthopedic and post-surgical conditions, joint replacements, strokes and more. The 120-bed facility also offers private rooms for short-term stays. Therapy extends through Jerome Home’s outpatient rehabilitation services, where recovery continues in a familiar environment, and with the same staff that was part of the initial recovery. The Attwood Residence The Attwood Residence is for seniors who are able to handle the normal activities of daily living, yet 24-hour assisted living services are available at all times. Sadie Albino, a nine-year resident of Attwood, came to the facility after having a stroke. “It’s a hard thing to get through, and some people don’t get through it,” Albino said. “I was one of the lucky ones.” Now, Albino entertains fellow residents playing the organ, occupies her time with trips and the Good Life Fitness program, and uses the computer to keep in touch with her children and friends. Attwood offers 26 private rooms in a cozy home-like setting, three prepared meals a day, housekeeping and laundry services, and access to a variety of social and recreational activities.

Skilled Nursing Care For those who can no longer live independently, Jerome Home provides skilled nursing care with 62 private rooms. With stateof-the-art medical facilities, the skilled nursing program provides 24-hour care. Good Life Fitness Furthering Jerome Home’s wellness opportunities, the Good Life Fitness program currently serves more than 100 clients. The exercise program is available to residents of Jerome Home and Arbor Rose, as well as the local community. “Good Life Fitness helps people become more mobile and confident moving their bodies,” said Robert Schmelzer, a certified strength and conditioning specialist who trains the seniors. Arbor Rose Arbor Rose opened in 2008 as the only assisted living facility in the city of New Britain. Arbor Rose has 62 apartments – 46 for independent and assisted living and 16 in The Gardens, a secure section for Alzheimer’s and dementia residents. Barbara and Charlie Lorch joined the Arbor Rose community shortly after Charlie was diagnosed with dementia. “He has done very well here,” Barbara said of her husband. “He calls Bingo and still drives to church and bowling.” Together the couple has made many friends, and has even reconnected with some acquaintances from Charlie’s high school graduating class. Residents are served three meals a day in the dining room. Other amenities include weekly housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, an in house hair salon, and 24-hour staffing.As a longtime neighbor of Jerome Home, Viola Gustafson witnessed Arbor Rose being built, and became a resident after her husband suddenly passed away. “I’m very grateful that I had this place to go to,” Gustafson said. “I love the staff; they helped enormously with the transition.”

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home’s beautiful courtyard The Planetree Philosophy All levels of care are underscored by the Planetree philosophy of patient-centered care. As a Planetree community, staff partners with residents and their families to identify individual needs and preferences and make sure they are met. Also intrinsic to the Planetree philosophy, and another means to improving residents’ experience, is the focus on supporting the professional and personal goals of staff members. For more information about Jerome Home, call Nicole Archambault-Benson at 860-229-3707. To learn about Arbor Rose assisted living, contact Katie Mauriello, 860-229-3707.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           •      •           •       •                   •            •                                                          

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Celebrating 70 years in business!

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UBI COMMUNITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES 60 YEARS IN BUSINESS!

1951 - 2011

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Experience the comfort and luxury of

UBI, now a Community Federal Credit Union, where anyone who lives, works or worships in Hartford County can be a member. UBI has come a long way since founded in 1951 as Trumbull Electric Employees Federal Credit Union. In the 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the name was changed to GE Assemblies & Devices Employees Federal Credit Union, and in May of 1975 to GE Employees Federal Credit Union, reflecting the membership base during this period. In 1985, the Federal Regulators approved a charter change to permit the credit union to serve companies of Plainville and Berlin Chambers of Commerce, as well as municipal employees in these communities. In 1997, the credit union changed its name to the UBI Federal Credit Union and, in 1998, moved to its current location on Woodford Avenue. Through mergers with other credit unions, and growth within Plainville and Berlin, the credit union has grown to serve over 300 companies.The credit union has been, and continues to be, an enthusiastic supporter of the Plainville and Berlin Chamber of Commerce and its projects, through their contributions of volunteer hours and financial assistance. UBI Federal Credit Union welcomes any business large or small to join us in offering credit union services to your employees.

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Bob Guerriere, who helped with chores at Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Service Station in Plainville since he was a boy, now owns the business started by his dad, Anthony, on the corner of East Main and East Streets aboat 61 years ago.

P-"*/7*--& - Over a half-century ago, gas was 13 cents a gallon on the corner of East Main and East Street. Though it may seem like $5 a gallon now, thanks to the highest state tax in America, Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Service Station is still on the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corner. Anthony Guerriere the founding father, has passed away. Today his son Bob is the owner. He says the store opened right around Memorial Day 61 years ago,

but isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t positive about the date. One thing is for sure, over the past 61 years, there is almost no one in Plainville who hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bought gas, had their vehicles repaired, or in many cases, worked, at Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. If is, in the truest sense, a small town institution, much the way Rogers Bakery or Petitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Store are part of the economic and social fabric of the town. Starting at 11 years old, Bob Guerriere raked the stones around the pumps because

there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t asphalt. He also filled the soda machines and helped wash, by hand, the 50 or so cars a day that went through the oldfashioned car wash. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had no choice; it was all work,â&#x20AC;? he says with a smile. Gone is the car wash, the driving school, the cabs and the great big statue of Paul Bunyon that sat on the roof in the late â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s. The likeliness was too popular with passing motorists.

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Circa noi www.angelosmarket.com Angelo's Market was founded in 1956 by an Italian opera singer named Angelo. Angelo was a moonlighting opera singer with an insatiable taste for life, and a passion for making people happy with some of Italy's many delights. In his quest for mortadella and proscuitto supremacy, Angelo stumbled upon a young Italian immigrant named Joe, whom he mentored in the ways of fine butchery, meat curing, fine Italian cuisine and traditional Italian grocery. Joseph Tropea has now added a new-world twist to this old-world deli, combining authentic Italian techniques with today's pallet. Featuring virtually any Italian import you may desire, Angelo's Market is truly a taste of Italy. We serve a large and loyal lunch crowd daily, and put smiles on the faces of all our customers with Thin Crust Italian Style-Pizza, Strombolis, Gourmet Entrees, Gourmet Soups, unbelievable Desserts, Fresh Fruits and other Mediterranean delights. Always made from scratch, our products are prepared with love, consistency and the very highest quality ingredients.

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Blast from the past Remember these stores from Bristol Plaza’s history? From top right clockwise, Woolworth’s, Ed Beatties Restaurant, Bristol Savings Bank, D&L Department Store, and Bradlees

Bagels Plus & Deli Dee’s Laundromat Dress Barn Dunkin Donuts Harvey & Lewis Supercuts Webster Bank Webster Bank Drive-In

Our commitment to the Greater Bristol Community is as strong today as it was when we started our business over 55 years ago. We truly appreciate the opportunity to work for you. As always, please continue to call us for your Insurance and Financial Service needs!

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IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH. Since its inception in 1968, Brittany Farms Health Center has been serving the needs of the community for long-term care. Brittany Farms is a 282-bed, state-of-the-art, not-for-profit healthcare facility and has been a member of the Hospital for Special Care community for the last 12 years. Through the years, Brittany Farms has expanded its specialization to subacute rehabilitation and dementia care. It has the distinct honor of being one of ten skilled nursing facilities in the state of Connecticut to be Joint Commission accredited. At Brittany Farms, quality assurance is the focus and is interwoven in daily operations. With a mission to provide exemplary care and meet the needs of the community, Brittany Farms offers five areas of specialization: Orthopedic, Stroke, Cardiac, Medically Complex and Neurosurgical. The long-term care program uses an interdisciplinary approach and provision of services in order to support, maintain and improve the resident’s functional status and quality of life. Residents enjoy many recreational activities throughout the day, including Bingo, coffee socials, and live music as well as trips to various area restaurants, parks and shows in the handicapped-accessible van. The Special Care Dementia Unit focuses on providing quality of life through maximized levels of dignity, autonomy, function and freedom in a home-like environment. State-of-the-art interventions such as the Snozelen room, a room with controlled multisensory stimulation, are used to benefit the residents. Recreational activities are geared toward residents’ specific level of dementia.

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Brittany Farms is currently partnering with hospitals to develop programs to reduce unnecessary hospital readmissions and has received local recognition for their Congestive Heart Failure Program. Brittany Farms will continue to strive to provide committed and compassionate service to the community in subacute rehabilitation, long-term care and dementia care.

BRITTANY FARMS HEALTH CENTER HISTORICAL EVENTS 1968 – Brittany Farms established as a 180-bed rest home 1972 – 120 skilled nursing beds added via new construction – total is now 300 beds 1985 – Brittany Farms creates position for Geriatric Nurse Clinician to work as a liaison between M.D. and resident - first proprietary facility to do so 1993 – The 60-bed Special Care Dementia Unit established for Alzheimer and Dementia residents 1996 – Joint Commission accreditation achieved for Long-term Care Unit and Special Care Dementia Unit 1997 – Awarded National Rankings five stars out of five by National Eldercare Referral Systems 2003 – Center of Excellence for Hip and Knee Rehabilitation established 2010 – Specialty Program for Conjestive Heart Failure management established

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HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL CARE – ALWAYS RESPONSIVE TO HEALTHCARE NEEDS ON A LOCAL, REGIONAL AND NATIONAL LEVEL Hospital for Special Care (HSC) has been an industry leader responding with innovative and emerging initiatives to healthcare needs in the community, state and beyond. HSC is renowned for setting the standard and best business practices model in meeting healthcare needs. Hospital for Special Care serves a vital role in the continuum of healthcare services that the public has come to expect, and HSC’s history and mission best typifies its ability and willingness to specialize in the complex medical care beyond that of mainstream hospitals.

Now in its 70th year since first being established, Hospital for Special Care maintains its dedicated focus of “rebuilding lives” by providing individualized care to each patient it serves in the ever-changing healthcare industry. HSC is led by David Crandall, FACHE, President and CEO, and Dr. John Votto, FCCP, President and CEO. They believe that Hospital for Special Care’s ability to remain flexible, quality conscious and financially efficient will make HSC the hospital of choice in the future, as it has been in the past, for people with complex medical needs.

Since its inception, the Hospital’s public responsiveness has been clear and focused. In 1938, the New Britain community was strained by the critical need for a venue to accommodate those afflicted with Tuberculosis. As a result, George J. Coyle, Mayor of New Britain, made a request to the New Britain Common Council to establish a temporary rest home for Tuberculosis sufferers. On July 21, 1938, the Council approved his request. The “New Britain Rest Home” was built, starting on the journey that would lead to what is known today as Hospital for Special Care.

Our country has faced many difficult challenges over the past few years. One of these challenges has been the rising cost of healthcare. Hospital for Special Care’s mission statement has been the outline for ensuring that it stays focused on the people that it serves as it navigates the changes brought on by healthcare reform. HSC has often been on the forefront of innovation in healthcare delivery and program development, and it will continue to be the answer to solving difficult healthcare problems for other hospitals, for state and federal government agencies, and for the community. Hospital for Special Care remains fortunate to have such dedicated employees that understand the complexity of its patient care and the trials of the healthcare system. HSC’s mission remains strong and relevant; it will be, in all of the above, responsive and accountable to our communities, for whose benefit Hospital for Special Care exists.

The Rest Home grew, and in January 1941, the Connecticut General Assembly classified the facility as a municipal hospital for “the medical and surgical treatment of all persons suffering from chronic or other diseases.” The first 13 patients were admitted on June 25, 1941. In 1943, the facility was renamed The New Britain Memorial Hospital as its rehabilitation specialties evolved. By 1961, the hospital bed capacity grew to 215, with a highly competent staff of nurses and a dedicated, specialized professional staff of attending physicians. The hospital celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1991, the same year it received approval and funding to renovate the existing structure, build a new patient wing, establish new day rehabilitation and create a modern facility for chronic care – the advanced progressive hospital that it is today. As the hospital celebrated its expansion and officially opened its new patient wing in October 1993, the new and current name, “Hospital for Special Care,” was established. Hospital for Special Care is now a longterm acute care hospital providing specialized care with a full spectrum of medical treatments for complex rehabilitation and chronic disease.

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As the only long-term acute-care hospital in the nation serving adults and children, Hospital for Special Care is nationally recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in the highly-specialized areas of pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders (a leader in ALS research), and spinal cord injury. Also, responding to an important patient population on the rise, Hospital for Special Care led Connecticut by opening the first inpatient unit dedicated to comprehensive heart failure care in 2011. Located in New Britain and Hartford, Connecticut, HSC operates inpatient and outpatient facilities serving Southern New England on a not-for-profit basis. Today, HSC is one of the ten largest, free-standing long-term acute care hospitals in the United States.

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SHANNON S DIAMONDS AND FINE JEWELRY opened their doors in 1975 and has been helping their customers to celebrate 9>6BDC9H 6C9 ;>C: ?:L:AGN! >C8#      74 Farmington Ave., Bristol, CT 06010 jewelry ever since. Shannon s       www.shannonsjewelers.com merchandise and superior service along with a commitment to honesty and integrity. This commitment has led them to their tagline A Store You Can Believe In .

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BUSINESS FACTS In 1907 Bristol-based New Departure of North America sells 1,000 Yellow Cabs to a New York City taxicab company for an undisclosed sum. By 1910 immigrants and their children account for roughly one-third of Bristol s population (13,502); most immigrants are of Italian and Polish descent.

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A 1917 Bristol Press editorial complains that the pike (Farmington Avenue) is badly crowded and recommends this and other city thoroughfares be widened. The Press estimates that city residents own 400 motor vehicles. In 1918 employment at Bristol Brass soars from 300 to 1,000 munitions workers, as the manufacture of shell casings for American soldiers in World War I is stepped up.

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Anna Rohon is the owner and manager of Perron’s-Flooring America which has been here since 1971. She purchased the flooring store from the previous owner in February of 2008. She had been manager at that location for 4 1/2 years but all total has 31 years of experience in the flooring industry so she is well versed on handling your flooring needs whether is be in carpeting, hardwood, laminate, vinyl or ceramic. As a part of Flooring America they are 1 of 500 stores strong across the US and Canada. The stores are individually owned but are members of this large buying group which allows them to offer very competitive pricing to their customers. Anna and her staff are constantly providing education in the newest products and applications in flooring by Flooring America. Perron’s was recently voted First Place Carpet & Flooring Store in the Citizen 2010 and 2011 Awards Contest. They have received 5 star certification for superior service to their customers which Anna believes is the foremost of importance. Stop in and see them today or visit their website at www.perronsflooringamerica.com. You can contact Anna by e-mail at anna.rohon@perrons.com.

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Nuchies Restaurant 1976: Carmen Nuchie Morrocco and David Pasqualicchio relocated their catering business, Esquire Caterers from Race St. Bristol to Central St. Forestville, operating as lunch, dinner, bar and banquet facility. 1979: Nuchie Morrocco retires and David’s brother Michael became co owner of Nuchies. With dedication, hard work, reliable staff, consistency and cleanliness, Nuchies still thrives today after thirty-six years.

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Ladies Night Out Main Street in New Britain seen in about 1957.

BUSINESS FACTS In 1920 Bristol s population is 20,620; by 1930 it has grown to 28,451. In 1920 80 percent of Bristol industry is powered by electricity; 19 percent by steam; less than 1 percent by horsepower. In 1925 the Bristol Chamber of Commerce organizes the city s first air show; planes from various airports in the state offers city residents rides. In 1932 Bristol Brass lays off nearly

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one-third of its workforce. At New Departure, more than 3,000 workers lose their jobs. In 1932 with the city of Bristol more than $3 million in debt, Dewitt Page, president of New Departure manufacturing, uses his influence to obtain a $500,000 emergency loan from Wall Street financiers. In 1940 close to 1,700 Fafnir Bearing Co. (New Britain) employees receive a bonus of 8 percent of their earnings for the first quarter of the year.

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Interesting fact: Johnnies Restaurant was a landmark throughout the state for years. No one ever envisioned that Nuchies would be that landmark today. In fact, when Nuchies opened most people didn’t give us much of a chance. They told us our restaurant was a white elephant. Today, thirty-six years later David and Michael, owners of Nuchies Restaurant are still the mainstay in Forestville center, and are grateful to serve the community over the years. Nuchies will continue to thrive, serving Bristol community and surrounding towns with excellent food and creative menu options. Thank you for your continued support. Sincerely, David and Michael Pasqualicchio

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With the addition of FRIED VEGETABLES, PULLED PORK SANDWICHES, SWEET POTATO FRIES and more, Frankie’s offers something for everyone. Combined with one of our delicious, thick shakes, Gourmet Fast Foods we offer food every member of the family will enjoy.      

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Their menu features the freshest lobsters, seafood, raw bar, prime meats, chicken, pasta, veal, lamb and much more, all of which are exquisitely prepared. They also offer the most phenomenal homemade desserts and breads. Ladies nights are Tuesdays and Wednesdays, when choice dinners are offered for $12 including appetizer to dessert. Thursdays and Sundays they offer Super Specials for $12.95, which includes coffee and dessert. They will provide a free cake for special occasion parties of 5 or more with advance reservations. Aqua Terra Oyster Bar & Restaurant looks forward to providing you with your next memorable dining experience.

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Jeff DiCosimo, owner of Premier Portraits Studio established the company in the summer of 1999. He had previous experience working as a photographer for other companies. Jeff started the company out of his home photographing a handful of schools and senior portraits. Premier was one of the first photography companies in the state to purchase a complete digital system to print photos on location. This capability allowed Jeff to grow his business into other areas over the years. Premier began accepting jobs all over the Eastern part of the United States and sometimes even further. Premier has been the official photographers for the International groups Odyssey of the Mind and Future Problem Solvers International Conference for the past eleven years. In 2003, Premier began using digital photography in their school accounts. Premier Portraits continued to remain a leader in the industry by introducing background replacement technology to its schools in 2007 and purchasing their own lab. Premier produces 99% of their own portraits and products allowing them complete control over quality and production. In 2007 Candace, Jeff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter joined the business full time and now runs the company with him. Premier moved in 2009 from Middletown to their present location in Plainville on Route 10. It was a great move for them, allowing Premier easier access and better exposure to the surrounding areas. Their business is growing constantly; now photographing weddings, babies, children, pets, families, and business portraits. Customers call all the time for appointments. Premier is currently at the height of their senior portrait season. In January Premier Portraits expanded their camera room. They now occupy two stores at their Cristal Commons location. Half of their facility is offices, processing lab and production facility and the new section is a larger studio with many new backgrounds and sets. Premier can photograph everything from high school seniors, product photography, large families and groups. The main reason for their success is the quality of the work and being able to have control over their product. They offer their clients the best possible product at very reasonable prices and fast turnaround. Premier Portraits looks forward to the future as they are now expanding into video production. Premier Portraits is a family owned company and when they acquire a new client they treat them as if they are a part of our family. Premier Portraits Studio looks forward to many more successful years in Plainville.

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Vita Family Reopens Popular Bristol Eatery In Plainville Do you remember the Ziogas/Mellon egg and cheese sandwich, one of the tasty “honor roll” sandwich choices at the former Vita’s in Bristol? The “honor roll” and Vita’s is back and it’s still all in the family.

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Nick Vita Jr., whose late father Nick Vita Sr. owned the popular restaurant Vita’s in Bristol for more than 20 years, has resurrected the family business at 33 East St. in Plainville. “When I was a kid we were all expected to help out and I remember going to school and then team practice and then having to go to the restaurant to work and hating those long days,” said Vita, now married and the father of four. “But it must be in my blood because after being out of it for a few years after the restaurant closed I pursued other career choices and here I am and now my kids are working with me after school.” The location on busy Route 10 has not had the greatest luck as an eatery. Originally a Burger King many years ago, it has housed a string of different restaurants that closed after short runs. “The day we signed the lease, my mother came in and blessed the place,” said Vita, who’s serving up the same pizza, Italian entrees, hoagies and prepared meals that prompted the family’s culinary fame in Bristol. “Plainville is a close community, a lot like Bristol,” said Vita. “They like the hometown feel of a place when they eat and they expect good value and good food. … We have a lot of people from Plainville who used to come to the Bristol restaurant and we are seeing a lot of our old customers from Plainville, Bristol and the Farmington Valley who have found us again.” With partner Bob Fiondella Jr., Vita and his family have tapped his dad’s old recipe boxes and his mother’s good memory to offer a menu that’s a nice mix of Italian favorites and American classics. That includes his mother, Esther’s, famous eggplant parmesan, painstakingly prepared every day. A daily $8.95 buffet special features fresh-made entrees including Buda Ham, roasted turkey, homemade meat loaf, pork roast and Nick Sr.’s famous linguini with white or red clam sauce. Hoagies, named as such in honor of Nick Vita Sr., who hailed from Philadelphia, are made with crusty rolls made fresh every day. Sausage is house-made, as are soups, including sausage tortellini, and the red and white sauces used in the array of pasta entrees and pizza choices.

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Speaking of pizzas, Vita has learned not to mess with success and again tapped family recipes and signature pizza combinations, including the best-selling tomato and cheese Margherita, the Fiondella special white pizza with buffalo sauce and chicken, the Snow White with grilled chicken, Alfredo sauce and fresh garlic and the Vitas Meat Lovers with house-made Italian sauce, all on the house-made, thin-style, pizza crust. And as for that well-known “honor roll” sandwich board, sandwiches that are either named after people or are special combinations customers suggested? It’s almost ready to go and ready for more names, Vita said.

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                                                                                                Burritt Hill Funeral Home       Newington Memorial Funeral Home        FisetteBatzner Funeral Home                                                                                                                                                      

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                                                    

                                                                                                                                                                

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