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Gov. Dannel P. Malloy made a trip to the future CTFastrak station on Cedar Street Monday to announce a $2 million grant to demolish and remediate an adjacent blighted brownfield property. He was joined by state and town officials who are eager to clean up the polluted former National Welding site to enhance Volume 53, No. 20
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Above, listening to DECD Commissioner Catherine Smith from left, Gov. Dannel Malloy, Newington Mayor Steve Woods, State Rep. Sandy Nafis, Sen. Paul Doyle, Town Manager John Salomone and DOT Transit Administrator Mike Sanders. Below, officials tour the National Welding site, which will be demolished. Officials hope whatever new structure takes its place can utilize the sight’s proximity to the future Cedar Street CTFastrak station.
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Why walk for the simple purpose of exercise when you can walk for Cooley’s Anemia? A fundraiser walk and spring picnic benefiting the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation will be held at Churchill Park in Newington this weekend and residents are encouraged to come. The local Sons of Italy: Ella T. Grasso Lodge is a big supporter of the foundation, since the potentially
fatal genetic blood disorder originated in the Mediterranean and the gene is carried by many Italian- and Greek-Americans. Some don’t even know it. People with the condition require regular costly blood transfusions (every two weeks) and all kinds of additional medical interventions, including nightly, painful eight-hour chelation treatments via IV infusion pump. Peter Chieco, former foundation
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Above and below, participants take part in the 2012 Spring Picnic and Cooley’s Anemia Foundation Walk. The event drew hundreds of people last year in support of a largely unknown blood disorder. Cooley’s Anemia Foundation is the only national organization representing children with the disease. The walk will take place Sunday, May 19, at 2 p.m. at Churchill Park, Newington.
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Newington High School sophomores Francisco Chang and Kayla Gardner just may rise to the top of town, state or even national government someday. They were the Newington Rotary Club’s two choices for this year’s Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, which are given to kids who exhibit leadership qualities and excel in social studies. The students are nominated by their teachers and selected by the Newington Rotary, which sends them to a one-day seminar in Springfield, Mass. as a prize. “The focus of RYLA is to identify youth that show promise as future leaders and to bring them together to engage in leadership activities to teach them how to be better leaders, get people to follow them and organize themselves to be in a position where they can make a difference someday,” explained Rotarian Bob Randich, who knows about this kind of leadership firsthand, since he served as Newington’s Mayor from 1995 to 2001.
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From left, Francisco Chang and Kayla Gardner were chosen by the Newington Rotary Club as the recipients of the 2013 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.
These are kids who not only bring home good grades in the social sciences, but are also interested in the study of government and democracy. “That’s whose gonna take care of us as we get closer to old age,” added Randich, who presented the students with the awards in front of their families recently. This June they will travel to Springfield to meet with other kids from all across Connecticut and Western Massachusetts who were chosen by their respective schools to participate.
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It’s not often you hear people say, “I’m completely happy; I love my life.” Those words ring true to Newington resident Kerri Powers, who is right now achieving her dreams. The 46-year-old native of southeastern Massachusetts moved to
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the future to help redevelop the property, Malloy said, “I’ve been governor not very long, but we’ve created 23,000 private-sector jobs during the time I’ve served and we have multiple commissioners working together on economic development. For the right things, our participation need not be over.” Approximately 35,000 vehicles travel past the site on a daily basis and according to town officials, that visibility is one of its best qualities. They are looking toward its mixed-use development potential with possible retail and commercial entities. “When I was growing up this was probably one of the top 10 employers here in town,” said Woods, who along with the town’s Economic Development Director Andy Brecher and Town Manager John Salomone, is considering a number of different options for redevelopment. A parking lot at the station will accommodate up to 44 vehicles. In addition, a shuttle bus will traverse between the Busway and nearby Central Connecticut
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Through Warrior Games, local injured vet finds pride, motivation STAFF WRITER
Manuel Jimenez had always wanted to be in the armed forces. He began charting his path while still a student at New Britain High School, all the while running with the cross country team. From there it was on to boot camp at Paris Island, then basic training. Finally, Jimenez was a Marine. Roughly two years later, his life changed forever. On August 1, 2010, Jimenez was coming back from a foot patrol in Afghanistan when an IED went off, costing Jimenez his left arm, as well as much of the hearing and sight on his left side. His days as a active solider were over. But as he began his rehabilitation process, he was introduced to something which would keep both his athletic spirit and his ties to his fellow marines alive. Jimenez was introduced to the Warrior Games, a Paralympic-style event for wounded, ill or injured service members. By the spring of 2011, he was running with teammates again, this time as part of a team unlike any other. “The competition is more about representing your branch,” Jimenez said by phone while training in Colorado for this year’s Games, which took place this weekend.
“But for me it’s about getting to be with your brothers. It’s something you never get away from because they’re your brothers and sisters and you represent your branch.” Competing represents the opportunity for Jimenez to get back into life and away from thoughts of what he has lost. “It’s helped a lot,” he said of the Games. “It keeps your mind busy and off the little things you can’t do any more. There’s a lot of options and things you can still do. It gets you out of your room. It keeps your mind busy.” It’s also a chance for Jimenez to display his athletic background even after some might think he no longer could. After competing at the Warrior Games in track and swimming over the last two years, Jimenez went back for a third competition after being asked by a fellow marine to replace him. “It was an honor,” Jimenez said. “There are so many that could have been asked.” Jimenez will run the 100, 200 and 1500 meter races as well as throw the shot put and discus. “I was always pretty much a runner,” he said. For Jimenez, however, the games are about more than competing. They also provide Jimenez the chance to meet and learn from
others facing similar circumstances. “There’s so many of us who are in different stages of injuries. You see how people have adapted,” he said. “They’re the ones who have coped with it so you can always get advice from them and you just meet people and make more friends.” Now an athlete again, Jimenez is also an inspiration to those who have suffered rehabilitating injuries, whether suffered in military service or through other means. “It’s just the beginning of a life full of adventures. You don’t know what’s going to happen next. Life is easy to live no matter what,” he said. “If it’s an arm or leg you lose, you can live your life as you want. It might take a little longer, but you can still achieve all your goals and dreams.”
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Spring is a mixed blessing for those with asthma, allergies STAFF REPORT
When many people think of spring, they think of warmer weather, blooming flowers and staying outdoors. However, for individuals with allergies and asthma, spring is a mixed blessing. Asthma and allergy sufferers might take comfort in the knowledge that 60 million people in the United States are affected by allergies (one out of five people) and an estimated 25 million people (8 percent of the population) have asthma. Allergic diseases are the fifth leading cause of chronic disease in this country and the third leading cause of chronic disease in children under the age of 18. According to the American Academy of Allergies, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), asthma accounts for approximately 500,000 hospitalizations each year, and 10.5 million physician office visits every year. Although not all asthmatics have allergies, there is a link between the two diseases. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), over 70 percent of people with asthma also have allergies. Both are immune reactions caused by the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. Allergies are exaggerated reactions of the immune system to substances that normally cause no symptoms in most people. Reactions may involve the skin, the eyes, the digestive tract, or the respiratory system.
Asthma is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the lungs that causes difficulty breathing, which can be life-threatening if not treated quickly. Symptoms of asthma include wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and tightness in the chest. No matter what causes an allergic reaction, the process that occurs in the body is generally the same. It begins when a person is exposed to a substance to which he or she is especially sensitive. The very first time this occurs, the body produces antibodies to fight against the effects of the allergen. Common allergens include pollens, molds, certain foods, dust, pet dander, cosmetics, insect venoms, and drugs. The next time the body is exposed to this substance, the antibodies react by causing the release of histamine. This chemical causes blood vessels to enlarge and slows the rate of blood flow through them, resulting in the leakage of fluid through cell walls. The fluid causes swelling of surrounding tissues; this inflamed tissue creates symptoms such as watery eyes and stuffy nose. Histamine also causes the smooth muscles of the internal organs to contract, which may then cause stomach cramps or an asthma attack to occur. Asthma attacks are brought on by a variety of triggers — these can include allergens, infection, chemicals, cold air, exercise, stress, and other factors. When a person is
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I-Squared Act will ensure innovation, BAPS Charities to host 1st Children’s Health and Safety Day stimulate the American economy To the editor:
The Immigration and Innovation Act, also known as I-Squared, will give the Secretary of Education control over a fund that will be used for investments in new Science, Technology, Education, and Mathematics (STEM) field innovations. The best part is that 95 percent of funding would be reserved for state specific use; so Connecticut can decide how to spend it. We need to work on incentivizing the field so more students are inclined to
undertake a major in this field that will ultimately result in them entering the workforce with a STEM related career. These jobs require a high skill set and produce well paying careers. I think the I-Squared Act will do a lot to stimulate the American economy and decrease the unemployment rate. Congress needs to set aside “politics as usual” and ensure our future opportunities. Phil Hatje Newington
On Sunday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., BAPS Charities (Hartford chapter) will host its 1st Annual Children’s Health and Safety Day to promote health and safety awareness for parents, caretakers and children in the community in line with the national health initiative, We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children’s Activity & Nutrition.) The event will take place at 647 N. Mountain Road. This year’s Children’s Health and Safety Day will provide a unique opportunity for over 200 children and families to participate in fire truck, police cruiser, ambulance
tours and health education seminars including: exercise workshops, interactive presentations, a teddy bear clinic, raffle prizes and various booths focused on helping children eat healther, increase physical activity and reduce screen time. A special highlight of the event will include a visit by Hartford Hospital’s LifeStar helicopter. They will land the helicopter and give an interactive presentation to all participants. There will also be distinguished guests including state representatives and town officials.
EVENTS CALENDAR MOVING FORWARD GROUP: Relationship breakup? Divorced? Trying to move on? You are invited to join our Moving Forward Group which meets Friday, May 17, for an interesting, caring, and lively discussion on moving forward. Starts at 6:30 p.m. The group meets at First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., Cromwell. 7TH ANNUAL ROCKY HILL CAR SHOW: The 7th Annual Rocky Hill Car Show, sponsored by the Over The Hill Gang Car Club, Eastern Chapter, will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Elm Ridge Park, Route 160. Rain date is Sunday, May 29. Dash plaques for first
100 cars; show cars, $10; spectators free, 20+ trophies plus Mayor’s Trophy. To become a trophy sponsor or vendor, contact John at (860) 721-1315. The car show helps support The Rocky Hill Human Services Energy Assistance Program, The Connecticut Association of Foster & Adoptive Parents, Automotive Scholarship and Rocky Hill Summer Concert Series. DEMING-YOUNG FARM FOUNDATION TAG SALE: The Deming-Young Farm foundation will hold its semi-annual fundraising tag sale Saturday, May 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 282 Church St. A large variety of items will be available for
sale including household, estate, vintage and antique items, knick-knacks, some furniture and more. An antique tool box, a small handcrafted chest and an 1860s English sampler will be featured. Rain date is May 25. FREE DENTAL CLEANING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS AGE 60 AND OLDER: The Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has received a grant from the North Central Area Agency on Aging to provide free dental cleanings for seniors 60 and over: Wednesday, May 22, from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Thursday, May 23, from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. The dental cleanings will take place at the Berlin Senior Center,
33 Colonial Drive, Berlin. Call for an appointment at (860) 828-7006. These appointments are for residents of Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield only. Donations are gratefully accepted. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 68TH ANNUAL DINNER, AWARDS PRESENTATION: The Newington Chamber of Commerce will hold its 68th Annual Dinner and Awards Presentation Thursday, May 30, at The Hartford Saengerbund, 719 N. Mountain Road. The program begins with a reception at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., and the awards presentations at 7 p.m. The cost is $40 per person. If you would like to attend the Annual Dinner and Awards Presentation, contact the Chamber Office at (860) 666-2089. Reservations are required — no walk-ins will be accepted. The following is a list of the 2013 Award Recipients: Chamber Member of the Year, Michael Montgomery; Public Service Award, Bob Seiler; Business of the Year, The Home Depot; Public Safety Award: Town of Newington Dial-A-Ride; Youth Service Award, Tim Manke. NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL GOLF FUNDRAISER: The Newington High School football team booster club, Friends of Football, will host a fundraising golf tournament this year Saturday, June 22, at Indian Hill Golf Course, Newington, with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Included in the registration fee of $125 will be a luncheon, cart and green fees, practice range, great raffle prizes and contests, one hour cocktail hour, and will end with an awards BBQ banquet with a variety of foods. This year’s proceeds will be directed to replacing the sound system at Alumni Field where a variety of both boys and girls play sports. Besides the sound system, the Friends of Football assist the coach and team by sponsoring game meals, supplemental equipment, assisting in after school study halls, scholarships and other needs as determined by the coach and school. For further information, and to register and/ or sponsor your business for a $100 tee sponsorship, contact the following: Dave Pruett, Event Chairman, at pruett.d@ cox.net, 860-558-1560; and Coach Roy Roberts at rroberts@npsct.org, (860) 965-4290. DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: Going through divorce, thinking about getting a
divorce, already divorced, or relationship breakup. There is a caring group of people who have been exactly where you are now, this group meets every Friday night at 7 p.m. (except Good Friday and the Friday after Thanksgiving) at First Church of Christ, 250 Main St., Wethersfield. MS SUPPORT GROUP: The Newington MS Support Group meets at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, 120 Cedar St., from noon to 2 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. There are more than 6,000 Connecticut residents diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), an oftentimes debilitating disease affecting the central nervous system. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter offers more than 30 support groups throughout Connecticut. These groups bring together people who share a common life experience as it relates to MS and its effects. For more information, contact Charlie at (860) 667-1314 or Tom at (860) 236-2751. For more information on multiple sclerosis and the many ways you can help make a difference, visit www.ctfightsMS.org or call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter at (800) FIGHT MS. NEWINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL TAG SALE: The Newington Historical Society’s Annual Tag Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Kellogg-Eddy House, 679 Willard Ave. The Historical Society is accepting donations to the tag sale. Jewelry, small kitchen and electronic appliances, all in good working condition, glassware, dishes and other treasures that you would like to donate will be gratefully accepted with the exception of large furniture, books or clothing. As in past years, items not sold will be donated to Hartford area homeless shelters. A note of interest: Start right now cleaning that attic or garage, and bringing those treasures to us during regular office hours, Monday and Friday, from 8 to 11 a.m. and Wednesday, 2 to 4 p.m. Call to arrange a drop off time. Someone will be available at the Kellogg-Eddy House to accept your donations Saturday, May 18, and May 25 between the hours 9 and noon. If you are not able to drop off your items, arrangements for pick up can be made by calling the office and scheduling a time. For
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EVENTS CALENDAR Continued from Page 12 information regarding delivery or pickup of your items, call the Newington Historical Society Office at (860) 666-7118 or email:NGTNHeritage@aol.com. SPRING CONCERT: A Spring Concert will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at the Church of Christ, Congregational (UCC),
1075 Main St. Songs from “West Side Story,” “Les Misérables,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Freedom Trilogy,” and more will be performed. Senior, junior, and handbell choirs with special guests, soloists, and band perform a delightful program perfect for families. Free-will offering. (860) 666-4689 newingtonucc.org. GIRL SCOUT AWARD RECOGNITION
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Local News CEREMONY: The Newington Girl Scout Service Unit will hold its annual Girl Scout Award Recognition Ceremony of 20122013 Monday, June 10, at 7 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, Newington Town Hall, Newington. Newington will be awarding the Bronze, Silver & Gold awards this year. Representative Sandy Nafis and Sen. Paul Doyle will be bestowing the coveted awards to the girls that
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p.m. We’re starting a Garden Club for families and gardeners who will help run the library garden. We’ll schedule classes, assign maintenance shifts and have a lot of fun. A complete schedule of events will be available in the Children’s Department. Call the Children’s Department to register at (860) 665-8720. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The garden will be planted with donations from the Eddy Farm, Home Depot and Frink Garden Center. The programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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where to begin. J.C. Phillipps will share her road to publication and answer questions you may have about your own work. She has published three books and a fourth is due out in the spring of 2014.
READ, RATTLE AND ROLL! Tuesday, June 4, at noon. Welcome to a music and movement program for 3 and 4 year-olds featuring books that “sing” and lots of music! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register.
PLAY FOR ALL! Saturday, June 8, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Come join us for a special needs playgroup giving parents the opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other, while allowing their children time to play and socialize together. Co-sponsored by Newington UNICO.
UNICO 39TH ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Newington Chapter of UNICO National, in partnership with the Greater Hartford Chapter, is sponsoring its 39th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to be held Thursday, June 20, at Indian Hill Country Club. Registration is at 10 a.m. followed by
a barbecue luncheon. A shotgun start is at noon with dinner following at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $150 per player, or $50 for dinner only. Tee signs and sponsorships are also available. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Manchester Police Activities League and Autism Speaks. Call (860) 670-2652 for a registration form.
LIBRARY EVENTS CALENDAR NEWINGTON LIBRARY 5K CHALLENGE: The 17th running of this event will be held at Mill Pond Park Sunday, May 19, beginning at 9 a.m. Runners will compete by age category with awards for the winning male and female runners within each division. Walkers are also welcome. Registration forms are available at the library and on the library’s website. Online registration is available at active.com. LUNCH & LEARN: MORNINGSTAR & LEGALFORMS: Wednesday, May 22, 1 p.m. Are you looking for a power of attorney form, or a bill of sale for an automobile? Do you want to keep track of your mutual funds and investments? Bring your brown bag lunch and spend one hour learning about these two library databases. Register at the Adult Information Desk or call(860) 665-8700. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL MEETING: The Friends’ Annual Meeting will be held Tuesday, June 4, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room. NBC Connecticut weekend meteorologist, Darren Sweeney, will be the guest speaker. Born and raised in West Hartford, Sweeney joined NBC Connecticut in October 2008 after working in Springfield and Florida’s Fort Myers. He graduated from Central Connecticut State University and received his Master’s degree from Syracuse University. The evening will also include the election of officers and the Friend of the Year will be announced. Refreshments will be provided and everyone is invited to attend. No registration is necessary. TEEN VOLUNTEER NETWORK: Wednesday, June 5, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Grades 7-12. Interested in volunteering? Attend this program to sign up for upcoming library volunteer opportunities. Earn community service hours or just volunteer for the fun of it! For more information, email Bailey at bortiz@newingtonct.gov or call (860) 665-8700. Must be at least 13 yearsold to participate. EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Thursday, June 6, 7 p.m. This month’s reading is “The Control of Nature” by John McPhee. All interested readers are invited to attend.
6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary. PLAY WITH US! Tuesdays, May 21 and 28, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this program geared for families with young children who have special needs. Meet with birth to three-yearold resource professionals and socialize with your peers. All are welcome. No registration necessary. TALES TO TAILS: Saturday, May 18, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Children who love dogs or need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 10-minute session reading to a certified therapy dog. Call (860) 665-8720 for more information or to register. Sponsored by Cold Noses, Warm Hearts, Inc. PAJAMA YOGA: Monday, May 20, 6 p.m. Children, ages 5 to 8 and their caregivers, are invited to come to the library in their most comfortable pajamas to have fun doing yoga together. Beth Agdish, a certified Next Generation Yoga for Kids instructor, will teach us techniques and traditional poses. Mats will be provided to those who do not bring one. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. STORIES & ART: Tuesday, May 21, noon, April showers bring May flowers. Hear spring stories and complete a spring craft. Children ages 2-4 and their grown-ups may register by calling the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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JUST A STORY AND A SONG!: Wednesday, June 5, 19 and 26, 10:15 a.m. (NOTE: No program June 12) Join us for a 30-minute all ages storytime. We’ll enjoy a story (or two) and a song (or two) to welcome in the morning. No registration required. WRITING WITH PICTURES: Thursday, June 6, 7 p.m. Do you have an idea for a children’s book, but don’t know
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CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, June 1, 1 to 2 p.m. Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with LEGO bricks. Due to safety concerns, only people age 7 and older will be allowed in the room. call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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MCDONALD’S FUN NIGHT: Monday, June 3, 5 to 7 p.m. McDonald’s Restaurant Stop in at the McDonald’s Restaurant at 2375 Berlin Turnpike in Newington for a fun night learning about our summer reading program, Dig Into Reading. We’ll share stories, crafts, snacks and more!
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MONKEY ONO: Saturday, June 8, 1 p.m. J.C. Phillipps, author and illustrator of “Wink: The Ninja” picture books, will read her new book, “Monkey Ono.” Then she will talk about how she created the book and give us a lesson on how to draw the main character. The program is geared for children 3 to 8 years old. Copies of her books will be available for purchase and signing.
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Classifieds Industrial Space 741 BRISTOL - 460 sf, $400. 900 sf w/office, $575. 2000 sf, $950. 5200 sf, $2750. 6000 sf, $3000. Central Bristol. 860-7291010 or 860-559-9349.
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Home Furnishings 257 BED: All new, still in plastic. Extra thick queen pillow top mattress set. Can deliver. $340. (860) 298-9732.
LEGAL NOTICE West Hartford Public Schools, Department of Pupil Services announces that it will begin on July 1, 2013 disposing of all Special Education records of those individuals who were in attendance in West Hartford Public Schools and graduat- NEWINGTON - 189, 171 & ed or would have graduated 129 Little Brook Dr, Saturin 2007. Any student who day, May 18, 9am-2pm would have graduated in 2007 wishing to claim his/her Special Education record before it is disposed of may do so by calling Anne Morais in the Pupil Services Office at (860) 561-6601. ALWAYS ACQUIRING all vintage musical instruments, Develop the classified habit. guitars, amps, trumpets, saxophones, accordions. You’ll be cash ahead. Cash paid. 860-372-9147. Call 860-231-2444
ALWAYS BUYING - Vintage electronics, Ham, CB, shortwave, radios, guitars, amps, hi-fi audio, watches. 860-707-9350. ANTIQUES. Always buying, cash paid. One item or entire estate. Clocks, military, cameras, watches, toys, posters, art, jewelry, signs, musician instruments & more. 860-718-5132.
Tag Sales/Flea Markets 290
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Help Wanted 520 DRIVER - New England Region Warehouse has immediate PT/FT openings. Exc driving record req’d. Apply in person (M-F, 9 - 4) with driving record to: West Springfield Auto Parts, Inc, 209 Locust St, Hartford, CT
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PET SITTING SERVICE Hiring pet lovers. Earn $12+/hr dog walking. Days, Globus PC has a job opng for:Dentist. Job loc New nights & weekend hours. Britain, CT. Dgns/trt diseas, www.waggingtails.com injrs, & malfrmtns of teeth & gums. Exmn ptnts to dtrmn ntre of cndtn. Clean, fill, extrct, & replc teeth, usng rotry & hand instrmnts, etc. Provd prevntv dntl servs to *A BRISTOL - 2nd FL, 3 ptnts, such as app of flrde & BR, porch, w/d hkp, gas util. sealnts to teeth, & educn in $1,000. No pets. 860-559-9349 orl & dntl hygne. Drs shld also be able to prfrm surgcl PART TIME SECRETARY I & thrd molr extrctns & molr The town of Wethersfield is root cnls. Pos reqs DMD or accepting applications for DDS in Dentistry (Sci) as the position of Part Time well as Curr St Licr, Curr Secretary I in the Town DEA Cert, & [CT St Cntrld Manager’s Office. This is a Subst Cert]. No prior exp. 19 1/2 hour position, M-F nec. Mail res & cvr ltr: Glofrom 10-2 p.m. at a wage of bus Dental PC Job $15.00/hour. Previous office 12GDCT01 96 E Main St experience is required, with New Britain CT 06051 three years of increasingly responsible secretarial or ofSmart shoppers know about fice management duties, the bargains found within Every week, we bring knowledge of Microsoft Ofbuyers and sellers, the Classified pages. fice software, and excellent customer service skills. Ap- employers and employees, It’s easy to place an ad or plications and full job delandloards and tenants find the items you want, and scription are available at together. it’s used by hundreds of area www.wethersfield.com. ApYou can rely on shoppers every week. plications must be received Classified Ads in the Town Manager’s Ofto get results. fice by 4:00 p.m. on Use the Classifieds today. Monday, May 20, 2013. Call 860-231-2444
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*A BRISTOL - 2nd FL, 3 BR, porch, w/d hkp, gas util. $1,075. No pets. 860-559-9349 Develop the classified habit. You’ll be cash ahead. Call 860-231-2444
Apartments for Rent 720 NEW BRITAIN: Move-in Special. $650-$675. Heat & hot water included. Call for details, 203-639-8271.
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BRISTOL - 2 or 3 BR, 1st FL, w/d hkp, gas ht, pkg avail. 860-302-6717.
BRISTOL - Central loc. 1 car & storage, office & BA. * BRISTOL - Spac 3 or 4 Approx 1500 sf. $750. Also, BR, all one level. Conv loc. Middle St, 3-phase pwr, Coin laundry on-site. No $500. 860-729-1010 or pets. $1,050. 860-559-9349. 860-559-9349. NEW BRITAIN 1 BR, $650 w/appl. Smith St. 860-985-5760 NEW BRITAIN - 2 BR, hdwd flrs, newly remodeled. Pkg for 2. Lndry. Dep. $800. 860-922-6300. NEW BRITAIN. 2 BR. Newly renovated. Inc ht/hw. Near Hosp for Special Care, on busline. Bob (860) 463-0904.
Vacation Properties 865
NEW BRITAIN - 4 RM w/ht WESTBROOK, CT - Middle & gas. 491 Allen St. $550. Beach. 3 BR Summer cot860-229-5569/604-0133 tage. (860) 233-8411.
HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORY
AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING MULL BROS., INC. - We are a family business that’s been catering to your cooling & heating needs since 1945. We proudly install Lennox, American Standard, Weil McLain & other quality equipment (oil, gas & electric). We also service most makes & models. We are located next to the Wethersfield Post Office (behind the penguins and polar bears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255 BASEMENT WATERPROOFING JP BACHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737 CERAMIC TILE LEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs. Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805
CLEANING SERVICES Polish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 3rd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885 HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234 ELECTRICAL SERVICES NDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING All aspects of electrical work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hottubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139 GUTTER CLEANING #1 First In Reliability - We Show Up!!! One day service. Our 10th year. Reasonable rates. Senior discounts. Reliable service. Call Rob (860) 982-3300 “A West Hartford Resident” Visit our web site: robpolo.com
LAWN AND GARDEN MAINTENANCE PREMIER PROPERTy MAINTENANCE is offering Newington residents one free lawn cutting when you sign up for weekly lawn cutting service. Other services include seasonal clean-ups, mulching, rototilling, organic fertilizing, etc. Free quotes over the phone or email. Dependable owner does the work. Fully insured. Call Mike 860205-8761. Premierproperty@cox.net
PLUMBING POSITANO PLUMBING, INC. 31 years of serving Bristol and the surrounding areas. Specializing in all repairs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater replacement, boiler replacement. CT Lic #202691, 308931. For the best repair work in the area, please call: 860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol. ELI THE PLUMBER All Plumbing Services Bathrooms & Kitchens Remodeled. Toilets, sinks, hot water, garbage disposals. Will respond to all calls. Licensed & Insured. 860-548-0331. 10% Discount with this Ad REMODELING FULL SERVICE REMODELING Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All
interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-690-6505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.
ROOFING LA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. “Quality you can count on for years.” We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, windows, seamless gutters. Honest, competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Free estimates. Fully insured. Written warranties. Clean and courteous installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-747-4427. www.larichroofing.com TREE SERVICE TOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured. 860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.
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