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Volume 14, Number 4
Thursday, Januar y 28, 2010
Citizen of the Year 2009
Bigelow helped Berlin’s community garden take root By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
Pat Bigelow is our Citizen of the Year for 2009. She is recognized by The Berlin Citizen for being the driving force behind the creation of Berlin’s new Hatchery Brook Community Garden which is part of the town’s open space at the former Scheer Farm on Orchard Road. While many people are involved, Bigelow is a principal organizer and her contributions to this project have numerous notable aspects. She provided leadership; educating the public and officials about the purpose and value of a community garden. She procured grant money and other resources; working tirelessly to see the garden come to fruition. “My overall belief is there should be a community garden in every town,” Bigelow said. She’d worked on developing a community garden in Mansfield in 2005 when she was a student at the University of Connecticut. When Berlin purchased the Pistol Creek property, the idea began to take shape that perhaps something similar could be developed on that property.
“I didn’t know where to start, I just plunged in and called Jim Mahoney,” she said, referring to the director of economic development. From there, Bigelow got in contact with Michael DeLorenzo of the Conservation Commission. That group was already beginning to look at plans for the Hatchery Brook open space area — perhaps a community garden. But someone would need to take the lead on it. At a 2008 conservation commission meeting, Bigelow “laid out a plan that was in my head and they seemed to respond well to it …they had the idea and asked me to get it going. I said, ‘sure I’ll help out.’” Helping out was more like a full time job. There was the planning, but just as important, was communicating the concept to a wide range of people and to rally support. “A community garden has to be built by the people who are going to use it. They need to put in the time and sweat equity and make it theirs in order for them to stick with it,” Bigelow said. She’d seen other community gardens that had not used this approach and people quickly abandoned their plots if prob-
Honoring Casner: DUI enforcement a top priority
Pat Bigelow, center, clears rocks and weeds from a flower bed, last June, with the help of Cathy O’Neill See Bigelow, page 4 (left) and Cindy Hoag.
Pro wrestling legend draws big crowd in town
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By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Officer Jeffery Casner. He was killed on Feb. 2, 1985, by a drunk driver while working at a motor vehicle accident on the Berlin Turnpike. An impaired driver came from behind a box truck and struck him. “He was a good kid; he was a first responder,” said Lt. James Gosselin. “It was a tragic event that took the hearts and souls out of many of our officers. It made an indelible im-
Brash, arrogant, self-centered. The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase was all those things during his highly-successful run in the World Wrestling Federation — and those were some of his better qualities. Decked out in a dollarsign-covered suit, and demanding that, for the right price, anyone can be bought, The Million Dollar Man was one of the WWF’s great heels from 1987 to 1996. “The Million Dollar Man character, basically, his God
Casner print.” That is likely one reason the BPD takes an aggressive approach to DUI enSee Casner, page 16
was money. His values were totally materialistic,” said DiBiase, in town Saturday for a meet and greet at Ken’s Cards & Collectibles. “The character, The Million Dollar Man, was all about money, and that money could buy everything, and everybody. The more of it you had, the more power you had.” The guy fans loved to hate was the WWF’s first North American Heavyweight Champion. Years later, The Million Dollar Man teamed with another money-obsessed “bad guy”, Irwin R. See Legend, page 22
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Here are The Berlin Citizen online poll results for last week. The question was: Should the town spend $5 million for a 137 acre parcel on Kensington Road? Yes, the site is vital to future planning 37% Yes, but only if it’s used for a new high school 13% No, not at that price 15% No, we don’t need it and can’t afford it 35% This week’s poll question asks: Do Berlin High School staff, students and teams exhibit good sportsmanship? Vote online at www.BerlinCitizen.com
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At its Jan. 19 meeting, the Town Council agreed to bond $6.95 million for a new HVAC system for McGee Middle School. The new system, along with other improvements, is needed to address moisture and air quality problems which have caused health issues for some staff and students. Parents and others at the meeting also learned that a consultant had been hired to test air quality on a monthly basis during the next six months. At an informational meeting Jan. 12, many parents had expressed concern that there was not enough recent data. Public Works Director Arthur Simonian said he had looked into that issue and found that there were test results as late as 2006 and 2007. The new testing program will focus on six classrooms at McGee and analyze various areas of air quality including: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, particulate content, dust, mold and fungi. Representatives from Fuss & O’Neill engineering consulting firm presented information on ventilation system renovations during a presentation at a public hearing that took place just before the council meeting.
Among the improvements to be made at the school over the next two years are: replacing unit ventilators with four-pipe coil units which provide better air flow; adding ventilation to the corridors, installation of a “major chiller”, adding dedicated outside air units, replacing controls for ventilators, rebalancing the entire building and replacing central rooftop units. In addition, the project will address groundwater issues that affect the 1995 addition, other moisture issues and courtyard improvements. “This is not a maintenance project, it’s an air quality project,” Simonian said. While the existing system was cleaned in the fall, the 30 percent improvement in air flow still left the system 50 to 60 percent below today’s standards, he said. While the project is expensive, officials have expressed optimism that cost may be lowered due to the competitive bidding environment in the current economy. “You can’t put a price on our children’s health, “said Carolyn Wysocki who spoke during the public hearing. Mayor Adam Salina said the intent was to “move rapidly” in order to get as much of the project completed during the summer as possible.
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Thursday, January 28, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen
McGee students learn kindness from Columbine victim By Olivia L. Lawrence Associate Editor
Rachel Joy Scott, 17, was eating lunch on the grass outside Columbine High School, April 20, 1999, when she became the first victim of the massacre that left 12 students, one teacher dead and numerous others injured. She’d been to her prom just two days before. Friends and family describe her as a kind and sensitive girl. A junior, she was an aspiring writer and actress, and a youth group leader at Orchard Road Christian Center church near Littleton, Col. where her high school was. Rachel left behind six diaries and several essays about her belief in God and how she wanted to change the world through small acts of kindness. Shortly before her death, she wrote an essay for school stating, “I have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion then it will start a chain reaction of the same.”
Rachel’s younger brother, Craig Scott, was at McGee Middle School, Jan. 20, to introduce students to Rachel’s Challenge: a nationwide school outreach program for the prevention of teen violence based on her life and writings. “She was killed by two people who needed compassion,” Scott said laying out the theme of the program. Then 16, Scott was in the Columbine High School library where 10 other students were killed. While a horrific event created Rachel’s challenge, the focus was on her positive philosophy of life. In an essay written a month before she died, Rachel described the ways in which “a little kindness can go a long way.” At a morning assembly at McGee, Scott spoke about ways to eliminate prejudice and how to look for the best in others. Later in the day he met with students in workshops designed to create Chain Link Clubs. In addition, there was an evening program to give parents and
the public a chance to participate in what Rachel’s Challenge calls a “chain reaction of kindness.” The Chain Links Club is an offshoot of Rachel’s Challenge with the intent that students and other participants will continue a chain reaction of kindness and compassion in the school and community. The main goal of the Chain Links Club is to help create a permanent cultural change at the school. A blue and white paper chain encircled the McGee auditorium, a symbol of the work that was to take place. “I used to think being nice to someone couldn’t do that much, now I see how much of an impact being mean can have on someone, so wouldn’t being nice do the same?” said one student after the presentation. Scott said his sister believed she wouldn’t live long. “Your death will not be in vain,” wrote Darrell Scott, Rachel’s father, on a memori-
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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, January 28, 2010 Association, Bigelow understood the vital role of a community garden as a recreational outlet, a social opportunity and an avenue to healthier living. There is a renewed awareness of the superiority of locally grown food and Berlin’s community garden brought the opportunity to enjoy those products to dozens of residents. Bigelow recognized that Berlin now has more condos, senior housing and living arrangements with limited or no opportunities to garden. She saw that a community garden could fill a basic human instinct — the need to grow one’s own food. “Gardening is a great thing for people to do…it’s nice to have one in town,” she said. Bigelow pursued the Hatchery Brook garden development through presentations to the Town Council and by working closely with development services. The
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lems arose. “People have to be invested and really want it,” she said. People did. There were 35 people at first meeting to get the garden off the ground. “They really wanted it and that is why it became so popular,” Bigelow. Now that the garden has come to be and has one season to its history, Bigelow said it is still hard to believe that the idea has taken form. “Parts of it were surreal and it took a while to sink in — that this is really happening and there’s a lot of interest in it and people are happy gardening here…sometimes it’s hard to grasp.” As a member of the Connecticut Chapter of the Northeast Organic Farming Association and the Connecticut Community Garden
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plowed. There are barrels filled with water supplied by the town and in the future a well point with a hand pump will be installed. There’s also a portable toilet set out during the summer months. She applied for — and received — grants that allowed the purchase of tools and plants and other resources. An old shed the town owned was donated and refurbished for onsite storage. The garden received positive exposure in its first year of existence when it was among the gardens featured on a tour sponsored by CTNOFA. During research, she’s learned that in many communities the social aspect really takes hold and she can see that happening in Berlin. “It’s just a really nice community thing…in some places they’ve held a harvest dinner and tables, set with flowers, and everyone having a good time.” In the near future, the garden will have picnic tables set up in a nearby shaded area. In this way, “people can work in their gardens and when they get tired and need a break they can sit in the shade and have some time to relax,” Bigelow said.
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The community garden went from being a vision in my head to being a reality, thanks to the hard work and cooperation of the many people involved with this project: the Berlin Conservation Commission who believed that the Town of Berlin was ready for a community garden and set aside the area at the Hatchery Brook Conservation Area; the garden volunteers who have invested hours of sweat equity doing physical labor and planning; the various administrative departments within the Town of Berlin who have worked behind the scenes and have been very supportive and easy to work with; the many donors who believed our project would be an asset to the town and made financial, material, or service donations which allowed us to operate in a financially independent manner; and, The Berlin Citizen for helping us to communicate our intentions and progress to Berlin residents. It was really a team effort and everyone deserves a huge thank you from me. — Pat Bigelow
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Town wins ‘significant and substantial’VIP victory By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
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Bethany Covenant Church has announced that Reverend Philip Stenberg will begin serving as Interim Senior Pastor on Sunday, Jan. 31. Reverend Stenberg and his wife, Linda, are relocating from Balsam Lake, Wis. He retired in 2008 after serving 15 years as Senior Pastor at Bethlehem Covenant Church in Minneapolis. He grew up in Indiana and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame. He received his Masters of Divinity from North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago and
Sternberg his Doctorate of Ministry from McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago. He has also served churches in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Kansas. Reverend Stenberg will serve the church until a permanent Senior Pastor is called. He fills this position following the resignation of Rev. Philip Brockett.
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Obituaries Kirk Goldberger Kirk Wesley Goldberger, 49, of Meriden died unexpectedly Jan. 21, 2010 at home. Born in Miami, Florida, he served in the U.S. Navy, received an Associate’s degree from The Culinary Institute of America, and was a member of St. Joseph Church in Meriden. He is survived by three daughters, Molly and Kellyn Goldberger of Berlin and Olivia Goldberger of Winsted, and three close friends, Larry Leibowitz, James Robb, and Eric Hernandez. A Memorial Mass was held Jan. 28, 2010 at St. Joseph Church, Meriden. Burial in Florida will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Joseph Church, 22 Goodwill Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451. Porter’s Funeral Home, Kensington, is assisting the family.
etables, and assorted plants and also maintained a huge vegetable garden. She had an amazing green thumb. She was also an avid painter of landscapes and still life and a member of Community Art League in Berlin for many years. She loved camping, spending time at her sister’s cottage in Westbrook and travel including cross country trips with her late husband, Bill. Shne will always be remembered for her generosity to her family, friends and many charities. She was truly selfless, gentle woman who thought of others before herself and led a spiritual life of daily prayer and meditation. Her attitude of positive thinking contributed towards her 102 full rich years upon this Earth. Rest in peace, Aunt Jo. You have made a deep, lasting impression on all who have known and loved you, and you will be missed. Funeral and burial will be private for family members
Charles G e o r g e Herne, of Kensington, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Jan. 16, 2010, at home attended by his son. He was the beloved husband of the late Genevieve M. (Czak) Herne for 56 years. Born in Springfield, Mass., son of the late Charles S. Herne and Catherine C. (Blanchfield) Herne, he attended local schools and graduated from Classical High School, where he was active in track and basketball. While attending Trinity
USS Cassin Young (DD-793), which is preserved as a memorial ship, berthed at Boston Navy Yard National Historic Park. In 1955, after more than 12 years in the Navy, he was honorably discharged as Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy Reserves, to serve in the U.S. Merchant Marine, where he mostly sailed with Farrell Lines, Inc. Among his noteworthy tours of duty as Chief Mate was on the SS African Comet, which set the cargo speed record from Capetown, South Africa to Boston, and the SS Austral Pioneer, which inaugurated Panamax container ship
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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, January 28, 2010
Letters to the Editor Fans should toughen up
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Thursday, Jan. 28 Planning & Zoning, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1 Historic District, Town Hall, Room 7, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m.
Veterans Commission, VFW, 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8 Board of Education, B.O.E. Room Town Hall, 7 p.m. Economic Development, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Public Health Nursing Services VNA, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9 Conservation Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 6:30 p.m.
To the editor: I am writing this in response to the Plainville parent who was so horrified by the behavior of the Berlin students and faculty at the Jan. 5 basketball game. I am officially at my wits end with the growing hyper-sensitivity that is polluting the American consciousness. The parent repeatedly brings up the overall lack of respect shown during the game, and while I don’t condone talking during the playing of the National Anthem, the rest of the behavior that traumatized her appears to all be part of any sports rivalry, and what gives the home team an advantage. Apparently she has never gone to Red Sox/Yankees game at the opposing teams field wearing the away teams gear, or to a NFL game doing the same. God forbid she happens to be a Giants fan and ventures to an Eagles game in Philadelphia wearing a giants shirt, she might need an intervention from Dr. Phil after that one. I would venture a guess that this woman also feels that Dodgeball is too dangerous, too mean and too competitive, which is why it is deemed politically incorrect (and outlawed in some school districts in eight states) because it produces a lone winner, favors athletic kids and inflicts permanent damage to the fragile self-esteems of the game’s many losers. This letter screams of an overall bigger problem in this country called The Wussification of America, which crazy as it may sound historians will look back on in 100 years and call it the defining issue of our time. At what point do we draw the line and say enough is enough? We have become so damn sensitive in our continued pursuit of equality that we are beginning to tip the scales toward isolative advantage for the easily offended. I think a solution to the perceived mistreatment for this parent would be to stick to attending home games within the friendly confines of her child’s school gymnasium, or maybe her son should consider joining another team, like perhaps the chess team where there is less fan interaction. Edward Odishoo Berlin
Decorating contest a success
To the editor: On behalf of the Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin, Inc., I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Berlin Citizen and the families who entered our Holiday House Decorating Contest. Each of the homes delighted the judges. The homes were beautifully decorated and truly captured the spirit of the season. The families who won first, second and third prize received gift certificates from Center Hardware, Roger’s Marketplace and Citgo. As the contest was well received by all those involved, plans are already underway for this year’s event. We look forward to making our 2nd annual Holiday House Decorating Contest an event that can be enjoyed by the whole community. Karen A. Pagliaro, president Junior Woman’s Club of Berlin, Inc.
Televised school board meetings
To the editor: This letter is to inform Berlin residents that the meetings of the Berlin Board of Education are now televised. For those wishing to view our meetings, we can be found at 6 p.m. on Channel 95 the Wednesdays and Sundays following our regularly scheduled meetings (which are held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month). A complete schedule of our
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Relay for Life kick-off will turn up the heat The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Berlin 2010 officially gets underway when volunteers, cancer survivors, caregivers, friends and family members will meet Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Berlin VFW Hall, 152 Massirio Drive. “At the “Tropical Heat Wave” kick-off, people will have an opportunity to learn more about Relay For Life, the signature fundraising event of the American Cancer Society,” said Lynn Kipphut, community executive, development, ACS. “We’ll explain what goes on at Relay, how to form teams and how people can get involved in the event planned for May 22-23 at the Berlin Lions Club fair grounds. And we’ll have fun, too. There’ll be scrumptious tropical treats and prizes for the best island costumes.” The 2009 Relay For Life of Berlin event netted nearly $85,000, surtelevised meetings can be found on the Board of Education website. The televising of our meetings is the latest in our efforts to better inform and communicate with Berlin residents. In addition to televising meetings, we produce a summary of our meetings (the Bulletin Board) which is e-mailed to interested residents within 48 hours of our meetings, hold BOE meetings at each of our schools, and have created an Education Council made up of representatives from various community groups. The Board of Education is committed to the improvement of our communication with the public. And while you can now view BOE meetings from the comfort of your home, you are still welcome to attend our meetings in person. Gary Brochu President, Board of Education
Gold and God To the editor: Have you seen those pumped up ‘buy gold’ messages lately? All of them are convincing, assuring people gold is the best bet for them. That sounds like good news, but it is not for you and for the nation we love.
passing its fundraising goal of $55,000 by close to 150 percent. “This will be Berlin’s third year to hold a Relay For Life event. For the last two events, our community has showed its support by surpassing our goals each year. We’re determined to keep the momentum going from last year to better our 2010 net goal of $80,000,” said Anne Carubba, tri-chair for Relay For
Gold is the investment tool known to be good, even with the uncertainty of the market. The more mistrust in the system, the higher gold prices rise. Gold marketers, if you look closely in their ad, are promoting their business by promoting fear and doubt. If you invest in gold, you are buying into their fear and promoting the rest of society to do the same. Guess what, if you move all the people to one side of a boat, it will sink. By promoting the purchase of gold, they make more money, but you will not. If they are successful, many people who bought gold will find their prices going down. Why? Gold bought beyond the general demand drives prices down. Most ordinary people who jump on the wagon will lose more money than they make. Only gold marketers do well, but many investors will drown. Would you want to make them rich? Why do you think they are on TV to encourage you to buy gold? To make you rich? Not at all, to make themselves rich at your expense. Don’t buy gold now. Yes, we are walking in a tumultuous economic time. Many have lost their pension funds and retirement savings. Yes, we are angry at the reckless, too big to fail bankers and they deserve doses of reality from the real world. We need some changes
Life of Berlin 2009. Volunteers are needed to head several committees for the Relay For Life of Berlin event. “We’re also eager to sign up team captains and teams now so that we can get their input in planning the event. In fact, all team captains who register their teams online by Feb. 1 will be eligible for a chance to win a digital camera at the Kick-Off,” Said Kipphut, Relay For Life is a family-oriented, 24-hour walking event where participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team and raise funds to help eliminate cancer, a disease that touches so many lives. It mobilizes communities throughout the country to celebrate survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), remember loved ones, commit to fight back through healthy lifestyle changes, and raise money for the fight
in how Wall Street does business. It is time to gather national wisdom and trust in the nation. It is a good time for us to invest in land, property, and the nation. Yes, it sounds dumb when you are losing money right now. But this is the message of trust and it will be paid in full later. When Israel lost its nation to Babylon and a piece of land didn’t cost a penny, the word of God came to prophets saying buy a piece of property, make it your own, invest in your land. God will restore the face of the nation and people will soon plant seeds on their land and reap their harvest. God absolutely loves our nation, but that does not mean we can do as we please. Instead, it is time to trust again in God and in our nation and start telling politicians what we want. It has been Christ’s message throughout his life: you can’t serve two masters, one being God and the other gold. Gold is a powerful and yet a dangerous commodity. Unless we use it properly we end up destroying ourselves. Don’t buy gold, but buy into Christ, America — let’s rebuild the nation to be strong in the spirit of serving the world and the poor. Rev. HyoungDock Yoo Kensington UMC/East Berlin UMC
against cancer. Former and current cancer patients, those who have lost a loved one to cancer, families, businesses, civic organizations, and the public are invited to take part. Teams of eight to 15 members gather with tents and sleeping bags to participate in the largest grassroots fundraising event in the nation. Families, friends, companies, churches, organizations, hospitals, and schools form teams, seek sponsors and collect donations. Prizes are awarded to individuals and teams for their efforts. For more information about Relay For Life of Berlin, the kick-off event, forming a team or volunteering for a committee, contact Lynn Kipphut, community executive, development, ACS, at (203) 379-4874, or lynn.kipphut@cancer.org or go to http://www.relayforlife.org/berlinct.
Obituaries Continued from page 7 service from New York City to Sydney, Australia. During his yearly three month shore leave, he enjoyed family cross-country camping trips and hiking in the National Parks of the U.S. and Canada. After 42 years at sea, he retired in 1986. He was a lifelong member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots and the U.S. Naval Institute. Charles practiced calligraphy and favored classical music and the arts, and liked to garden. He frequented the New Britain Museum of Art, Trinity College and local libraries and bookstores. He was a collector of many books, musical scores and artwork, including African woodcarvings from his travels. He was very moved on a recent trip with his son to the World War II Memorial in Washington by the Victory at Sea inscrip-
tion and congratulatory reception by the site’s visitors. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church, New Britain. He is survived by his loving family, a son, Charles S. Herne of Kensington, with whom he made his home; a daughter, Kathryn Hooper and her husband Thomas of Burlington; a granddaughter, Katharine Jean Hooper of Burlington; a brother Robert Herne of Springfield, Mass.; and three nephews, Harvey Shapiro, David Czak and Philip Czak. Services were held Jan. 21, 2010 from the Burritt Hill Funeral Home, New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart Church. Interment followed, with military honors, in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Sacred Heart Church Building Fund, 158 Broad St., New Britain, CT 06053. To share a memory with the family, visit us at www.burritthill.com.
The puzzles —they’re back Readers: Many of you called or wrote to us in recent weeks asking where the crossword puzzle and the Suduko had gone. Yes, these brainteasers were cut — but now they are back. You asked, we listened and now it’s time to sharpen your pencil and get to work. Have fun!
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Meetings The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the Senior Center. The meeting is the annual pot luck luncheon to begin at noon. Members who have signed up should provide a dish to share, either hot or cold, salad or dessert. Coffee and tea will be provided. Those who wish to attend and have not yet signed up may call Ann Gamelin at (860) 828-6700.
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities Counseling services are offered free of charge on Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Senior Center. Appointments with Cheryl Eiderdown, MSW Intern, are required. Eider-
down also will schedule home appointments. For more information and to make an appointment, call (860) 225-3561, ext. 335.
Calendar House Berlin senior citizens are welcome to register for computer classes at The Calendar House, 388 Pleasant St., Southington. Registration for spring computer classes is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 1. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., registration is on first come, first serve basis. Classes include Computer Basics for Beginners; Introduction to Computers; Exploring the Internet; Computer Tune Up; The Many Faces of Google; Using EMail Effectively and Managing Files & Folder. Classes run from Feb. 23 to April 23 on various days and times. For more information and cost, contact Mark White at (860) 621-3779 or email calhouse388@gmail.com.
AARP trips The Berlins AARP has scheduled the following trips. For information or to make reservations, call Phyllis Fecteau at (860) 828-4934. Feb. 24-25 — Mohegan Sun Casino. March 18 — “Irish Cabaret” at John T. Sullivan, Ansonia. May 19-21 - Penn Dutch,
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CL&P beacon to “Go Red for Women”
The iconic beacon shining atop the tower of Connecticut Light & Power’s offices in Berlin is glowing red for the next month in support of the American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” awareness campaign for women’s heart health. Nightly through Feb. 24, the tower on the Berlin Turnpike and Northeast Utilities’ headquarters in downtown Hartford are among buildings and landmarks nationwide using red lighting to support the campaign. “Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S., and lighting our buildings in red is
part of our efforts to build heart health awareness,” said Laurie Aylsworth, vice president of Transmission Projects, Engineering and Maintenance for Northeast Utilities and chairperson of the fifth annual Go Red for Women Luncheon and Education Forum scheduled for Feb. 24 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. Go Red for Women seeks to educate others about the warning signs and symptoms of heart disease. Since 2004, landmarks and attractions such as Niagara Falls and the Empire State Building have been bathed in red light to show support. “We’re proud to be able to use our buildings to promote this important cause,” said
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forcement. Sure it’s the law, but in many ways it’s personal, too. The Berlin Police Department plans to have a full color guard at a ceremony scheduled for 9 a.m. Feb. 2 at Maple Cemetery on Worthington Ridge. The event includes the Casner Award, which recognizes the police officer who makes the most DUI arrests during the prior year, goes to Officer David Curickshank for his 31 DUI arrests. This represents 21 percent of the total DUI arrests made by the Berlin Police Department in 2009. Self-initiated DUI stops are “a priority of the department and the chief,” Gosselin said. “The chief acknowledges every arrest to let them know he cares.” A “self-initiated” arrest refers to when an officer going out to look for an impaired driver. When an arrest occurs, Chief Paul Fitzgerald pens a handwritten note to the officer. For instance, Officer Jeffrey Veach recently received on of the Chief ’s notes: “An excellent start to the new year. My compliments on this self-initiated DUI arrest. As you know, DUI arrests save lives. Your efforts towards the goals of the department are appreciated.” Recently, Officer Mark Soneson searched out DUI violators and made nine arrests in nine stops during a self-initiated patrol. The patrols are funding by DUI grants and last for a four hour shift and it’s an aggressive patrol. Soneson was a friend and classmate of Casner (See sidebar on right). Gosselin said there was a 30 percent increase in selfinitiated arrests from 2008 to 2009. There has also been reduction in DUI related crashes during that time. “Over the Limit; Under Arrest” federal grants are given to agency’s that focus “on highway carnage related to DUI,” Gosselin said. The BPD received a $69,000 grant for 2008-2009 and based on the good results it had with using that money, the department will receive $90,000 this year. ”We demonstrated that we’ll take it to heart — we do
a tremendous job in this town,” Gosselin said. There have been many changes in the past 25 years and Gosselin pointed out some of these. For example, the legislature reviews DUI laws every year and the trend has been to make it easier for police to process DUI arrests and penalties have increased as well. “They’re closing the loopholes,” Gosselin said. In addition, members of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers sit in on DUI trials, adding another element of pressure on the legal system and offenders. DUI checkpoints are a good deterrent in fighting DUI. Gosselin said “we want to publicize that we’re out there — we want you to know we’re out there.” Another important assist comes from motorists who call in on cell phones when they witness erratic driving. Officers know that in Berlin, the highest incidence of DUI is in downtown, on the Berlin turnpike and on the Chamberlain Highway which links New Britain and Meriden. Crash data supports what officers have observed, that these areas have a higher incident of impaired drivers. But while the likely location for DUI arrests can be identified, those who drink and drive cannot be profiled. “They come from all walks of life,” Gosselin said and it’s a problem that can occur 24 hours a day. The limit is .08 blood alcohol level in adults over 21 and less than .02 for those underage Once ounce of alcohol an hour is eliminated by the body. But there “is no magic number,” Gosselin said and a number of factors go into an individual’s tolerance. It’s not unusual for an impaired driver to have combined alcohol with other drugs such as cocaine, marijuana and prescription drugs. The BPD has not forgotten the young officer who lost his life 25 years ago and while DUI may never be completely eradicated, the department continues its campaign to do everything it can to make sure that loss is used to create a meaningful change. Gosselin said “The chief wants the streets safe and to take impaired drivers off our roads.”
Benjamin Nicholas Wieczorek Nicholas and Jill (Opulski) Wieczorek of Kensington announce the birth of their son Benjamin Nicholas on Dec. 2, 2009 at the Hospital of Central Connecticut – New Britain. Benjamin’s maternal grandparents are Joseph and Pamela Opulski of Kensington. His paternal grandparents are Sandra and Larry Wieczorek of Southington. His paternal great-grandmother is Fanny Urso of Southington.
An officer speaks on Casner’s view 25 years later By Sgt. Mark Soneson Special to the Citizen (Sgt. Mark Soneson of the Berlin Police Department looks at how drinking and driving habits have changed over the past 25 years and what his friend Jeff Casner might think of today’s DUI efforts.) Jeff and I graduated from Berlin High School together in 1981. He encouraged me to put in an application with the Berlin Police Department, and in a sad irony, I was hired as a direct result of his death. Essentially, I picked up where he left off. I think that if Jeff came to work this weekend, grabbed a set of keys, and went out on patrol, he would find it more difficult to spot a drunk driver than it was 25 years ago. I might be wrong, but I remember there being more traffic on the road at night back then. There is no question in my mind that there were a higher percentage of heavily intoxicated drivers on the roads then than there are now. On weekends, if you made one or two passes down the turnpike, you were apt to come up behind an erratic driver who was more than likely under the influence. In fact, I remember working one midnight shift in the mid-1980s when five of us each made a DUI arrest within the period of an hour. The booking room
was like an assembly line that night. One year, Officer John McCormack (now our detective sergeant) made over 50 DUI arrests, which was no mean feat considering that at the time, we rotated all three shifts on an equal basis, and half the hours we worked were during daylight hours. However, the time of day didn’t completely impact an officer’s likelihood of making a DUI arrest. One of the most intoxicated persons we ever arrested had a blood alcohol content of .435 at eight o’clock in the morning. Jeff would note; that the bars close an hour earlier now; that the penalties for drunk driving are greater now than they were then; that the legal limit in regard to BAC was lowered from .100 percent to .080 percent; that operators of commercial vehicles are subject to an even more stringent standard (.040 percent); that the legislature formed a branch within the Department of Motor Vehicles to suspend the licenses of drunk drivers; that some basic procedural issues with regard to the arrest itself have been simplified. He would discover that many of these changes were the result of the efforts of a newly formed organization, Mothers Against Drunk Driver. Jeff would see the value of the DUI checkpoints that
our department and many other departments conduct, and the fear that the checkpoints put into habitual drunk drivers who normally feel that they can evade detection by “blending into the herd”. Jeff would also see the value of the DARE program in the elementary schools and the Upbeat program at Berlin High School. While some kids go through these programs and develop substance abuse problems anyway, in all probability, fewer of them take that path with the programs in place than without them. Jeff would likely have been involved in these efforts. I know he would have made a great DARE officer. It would take longer than a weekend on patrol to realize it, but in time, Jeff would see a change in the general attitude of the public about drunk driving. An attitude that drunk driving isn’t wrong just from a legal point of view, but from a moral one as well. I think Jeff would be pleased with our efforts and the progress made in combating this problem, but at the same time, he would know that despite the best efforts of all involved, drunk driving is a problem that will never fully go away. It is a problem will require eternal vigilance on everyone’s part.
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St. Paul Open House – St. Paul Catholic Elementary School, 461 Alling St., has scheduled an open house for Thursday, Jan. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, call (860) 8284343 or visit www.stpaulschoolkens.org. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in rooms 1–3 at the community center. Troop 24 enjoys many activities and camping throughout the year. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boys Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored and chartered by Bethany Covenant Church, meets Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at Bethany Covenant. Boys 11 years and older are welcome to join Troop 41. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-7425. Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Maloney at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Maloney, 7 p.m.
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Italian Night – The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park has scheduled its annual Italian Night fundraiser for Friday, Jan. 29 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Proceeds help feed the Hungerford Park animals. Menu includes pasta, meatballs, salad, bread, Italian cookies and bever-
age. One complimentary glass of wine for adults is included. No reservations are needed. Snow date is Feb. 5. For more information and cost, call (860) 8279064. Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Simsbury at Platt, 3:45 p.m.
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Recycling Center – The Town of Berlin Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, is scheduled for be open Saturday, Jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wrestling – Southington Invitational, 9 a.m. Indoor Track and Field – CCC divisional meet at Hillhouse, New Haven, 10 a.m. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. New Fairfield-Immaculate at Newington Arena, 8 p.m.
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Berlin Land Trust – The Berlin Land Trust board of directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the board room of the Berlin-Peck memorial Library. All meetings are open to members and the public. For more information, call (860) 828-4393 or visit www.berlinlandtrust.org. Boys Basketball – BHS at Plainville, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS vs. Plainville at BHS, 7 p.m.
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Relay for Life kick-off — The American Cancer Society of Berlin Relay for Life kick-off is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the VFW, 152 Massirio Dr. For more information, call (203) 3794874 or email lynn.kip-
phut@cancer.org or visit www.relayforlife.org/berlin ct. Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-you-can-eat pasta supper every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarships, the fishing derby, the baseball team and more. For more information and cost, call the Post at (860) 828-9102 after5 p.m. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduation Party is scheduled to work on decorations Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard School basement. Projects are available for all levels of talents. All adults are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-7425. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 256, chartered by the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, meets Tuesday evenings at the Kensington firehouse and camps monthly at a variety of places. For more information, call Ed Alicea, Scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693. Boy Scouts — Boy Scout Troop 44, chartered by the Berlin Lions, meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Bethany Covenant Church. Boys 11 to 18 are welcome. For more information, call Troop Committee Chair at (860) 829-1832. Boys Swimming – BHS at Bulkeley, 3:45 p.m.
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Ladies Auxiliary meeting – The Ladies Auxiliary of the Berlin VFW Post 10732 is scheduled to meet Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 1 p.m. Members will make Valentine treats and more for the patients at Ledgecrest. For more information and to join, call Anne at (860) 8298086. Sisters in Quilting – The Berlin Sisters in Quilting meets on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Berlin-Peck Memorial Library. The evenings consist of a business meeting, raffle, snack, program and sharing of members
quilting. The Tuesday, Feb. 3 meeting is scheduled to be a charitable options night with Liz Tamiso and Linda Kozlenko. Wrestling – BHS at Platt, Meriden, 6 p.m. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Windsor-East Granby at Loomis Chaffe, 8 p.m.
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Forever Young Club The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m. in St. Paul church hall. A short meeting will be followed by pizza and bingo. Tickets for the annual corned beef dinner will be available. Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Central at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Bristol Central, 7 p.m.
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Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Bristol Eastern at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Bristol Eastern, 7 p.m.
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Blood drive – The American Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive for Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the VFW, 152 Massirio Dr. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 1-800GIVE-LIFE or www.givelife.org. Booster Club – The Berlin High School Booster Club is scheduled to meet Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. in the lower level amphitheater. All parents are welcome. Boys Swimming – BHS at Plainville, 3:45 p.m.
Boys Swimming – BHS vs. Avon at Miss Porters, 5:30 p.m.
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Saturday
Wrestling– BHS at Hall, West Hartford, 9 a.m. Ice Hockey – BHS vs. Rocky Hill-RHAM-Middletown, at Champions, Cromwell, 8:30 p.m.
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Eskimo Breakfast – The SVEA Social Club, 999 Kensington Rd., has scheduled Eskimo Breakfast for Sunday, Jan. 1 at 11 a.m. Menu includes steak, eggs, sausage and peppers, beans, roasted potatoes, corned beef hash, home made chicken soup, fresh bread, juice and coffee. A fee is charged. The public is welcome.
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Boys Basketball – BHS vs. Platt at BHS, 7 p.m. Girls Basketball – BHS at Platt, 7 p.m.
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Indoor Track and Field – Class M state meet at Hillhouse, New Haven, 4 p.m.
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Recycling Center – The Town of Berlin Recycling Center, 19 Town Farm Lane, is scheduled for be open Saturday, Feb. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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High school orientation
All parents and their eighth-grade children who are considering entering Berlin High School for the 2010-2011 school year are invited to a pre-registration orientation meeting at the high school. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the Berlin High School Dr. Robert P. Long Auditorium on Wednesday, Feb. 3. Administrators, counselors, and department heads will explain the school’s programs and be available for questions.
Berlin High School drop off
In an effort to provide an easier way for parents to drop their children off at Berlin High School, the local traffic authority has approved a student drop off point on Patterson Way directly in front of the school, according to the Berlin Police Public Information Office. Effective Feb. 1 “Student Drop Off ” signs will be installed on the south side of Patterson Way between the two driveways into the High
School, designating this as an acceptable area to drop off students. Parents will still be able to pull into the parking lot if they wish. There will also be “No UTurn” signs installed to prohibit motorists from turning around and going back towards Lower Lane. This will be strictly enforced with a $103 infraction. The remaining “No Parking” signs on Patterson Way will also be strictly enforced with a $ 54 infraction. Notification of the change is posted on both the Berlin Police website, www.BerlinPD.org and the Berlin High School website, www.Berlinwall.org.
Leadership Profile for superintendent The school district needs an individual with integrity and a distinguished record of improving student learning. According to a Leadership Profile recently presented to the Berlin Board of Education by its superintendent search consultant, Eliza Holcomb of CABE Search Services, those are the consensus traits and characteristics that the Berlin commu-
nity is looking for in its next superintendent. Following the departure of Dr. Michael Cicchetti at the end of 2009, the board is currently conducting a search for his replacement. As part of the search process, the board’s search consultant conducted focus groups and distributed surveys to Berlin residents, students and staff to determine the personality traits and professional experience that the community wishes to see in its next superintendent. For example, respondents were looking for an innovative and resourceful leader with a clear vision for Berlin’s schools. When asked to list the strengths of the Berlin Public Schools, respondents cited dedicated teachers, a strong administrative team and great students. In comparison, in listing the challenges facing the Berlin schools the survey noted aging and inadequate infrastructure, the high school facility, and accreditation issues. According to Board of Education president, Gary Brochu, the Board of Education is preparing to conduct initial interviews of candi-
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Berlin residents have another option on cable when programming their TiVo. The Board of Education has partnered with Nutmeg Television to have its meetings taped and shown on cable television Channel 95. According to the Board of Education, the televising of its meetings has been a goal for board members. Board of Education President, Gary Brochu, observed that the televising of board meetings follows a number of other initiatives to increase communication with the community, such as holding meetings at each school, distribution of a summary within 48 hours of board meetings, and the establishment of the Educational Council, a group consisting of representatives of our various community groups. Meetings are scheduled to be televised at 6 p.m. on the Wednesdays and Fridays following a BOE meeting. A complete schedule of the televised BOE meetings can be found on the Board of Education webpage. “While we love having residents attend our meetings,” said Brochu, “we understand that it’s not always possible.” Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month.
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Victory No. 12 overshadowed by injury By Jim Bransfield Special to The Citizen
The Berlin beat goes on. The Berlin High girls basketball team, currently ranked No. 3 in the state in the Connecticut Sportswriters Poll, got a good game from much-improved Mid-
dletown Friday night, but pulled away at the end to win the Central Connecticut Conference South matchup, 7358, at the LaBella-Sullivan gym at Middletown High. Middletown, led by freshman guard Ciera Bortz’ 21 points, stayed close at 55-48 halfway through the fourth
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period before the Redcoats outscored the Blue Dragons 18-10 down the stretch to win by 15. “This was exam week,” said Berlin coach Sheila King. “The kids were a bit off in their routine and we had a sluggish week of practice. We were not at our best tonight, but we got the win. “Middletown stuck around for a long time. They’re a feisty team.” Middletown (6-4 overall, 62 in the CCC South) led 10-9 after the first period, but Berlin took control in the second and led 34-18 at the half. Middletown came out in the second half and hit the Redcoats (12-1, 8-0) with a 12-4 run to cut the lead to 38-30. Berlin responded to build the lead back to 16 points at 48-
32, but again MHS came back and outscored Berlin 16-7 from the end of the third to midway through the fourth to get the lead down to seven, before Berlin pulled away. Berlin got big games from Kim Rasmussen (24 points) and Katelyn Zarotney (23 points). Rasmussen had 18 of Berlin’s 34 first-half points and Zarotney had 10. “Kim is a floor leader and she’s our go-to player in tight spots,” said King. “I’m very happy for her and we’re lucky to have her. She’s such a consistent player. She’s going to Springfield College and once there, she’ll decide what sports to play. She’s just a pure athlete.” Middletown was led by Bortz’ 21 and Raven WrightJames’ 14 points. King said that while Berlin is 12-1, there are even better days ahead. “I’m very pleased with where we are,” said King,
whose only loss was a 38-28 decision to fellow CCC member, undefeated and No. 1 ranked Northwest Catholic. “We haven’t played our best game and we’re not yet happy with how we’re playing, but we’re getting wins. I’m very happy to be 12-1.” The only disconcerting note Friday was a leg injury suffered by senior Alexys Vazquez in the first half. She was taken off the court in a wheelchair and taken to Middlesex Hospital. King said Sunday afternoon that Vazquez suffered a broken foot and was to be further evaluated Monday. Whether she will be able to play this season is to be determined. Berlin played at Windsor Tuesday and will be at Maloney of Meriden today, Jan. 28. The Redcoats return home Feb. 1 with CCC South opponent Plainville.
Track star is living up to expectations this winter By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen
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Since racing out to a 6-1 start this season, the Berlin High School boys basketball team has hit a rough patch. Heading into this week, the Redcoats had dropped four straight games, including a double-overtime decision to Middletown on Friday. Pictured: Berlin’s Max DeLorenzo takes the ball to the hoop against Bulkeley Jan. 19 at Gibney Gymnasium.
Nikki Kureczka is making her senior year a memorable one. This past fall, the Berlin High School three-sport star helped lead the girls soccer team to an undefeated regular season and to the Central Connecticut Conference South Division championship. Kureczka has since turned her attention to indoor track, and on Jan. 16, she won the 300-meter race at the Yale Classic in a school-record time of 41.3. The Yale Classic featured some of the finest high school indoor track athletes in the northeast. Berlin coach Josh Rosek pointed out that even qualifying for the event is a big deal. “For her to win was an
amazing accomplishment. This confirms she is one of the better runners in Connecticut,” Rosek said of Kureczka, who Kureczka will continue her soccer career on scholarship at Central Connecticut State University. Currently, Kureczka is the state’s No. 1 girl in the 300. As a junior, Kureczka finished 12th at the CIAC State Open with a time of 42.58. Kureczka was disappointed with that showing and plans to do much better this time around. The State Open is slated for Feb. 20. “She has made it her goal to be in the top six this year so she can go to the New England meet. Her attitude this year, and her training, has
put her in the position to accomplish this goal,” Roseksaid. “Nikki always comes to practice with the dedication to be the best, and that is what separates her from the other athletes.” Kureczka is the defending Class M state champion in the 55 (7.54). She was third in the 300 (42.54) in Class M last year. The 2010 Class M meet is scheduled for Feb. 12. “Nikki has the potential this year to be a double-winner in theses two events in the Class M meet,” Rosek said. “Regardless of the outcome of these races, she has been a real joy to coach, and is going to have success after high school because she is willing to put in the effort needed.” Kureczka competes in outdoor track and field as well.
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Adam Salina The Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame has unveiled its inaugural class. Entering the Hall of Fame will be, from the 19391960 era: Richard Patterson, Victor Baccaro, Phil Tinsley, Anthony Legnani, Henry Mora and Gary Waslewski. From the 1961-1980 era: Paul Baretta. And from the 1981-2000 era: Salina Pam Wallace, Deb Larson, Robyn Trevethan, Adam Salina and Edward Hrubiec. Also being inducted into the Hall are coaches Don Bates and Bill Gibney and assistant coaches Art Kevorkian Sr. and Roy Fabian. This week, The Citizen takes a look at the athletic career of Adam Salina. A 1993 graduate of Berlin High School, Adam Salina’s athletic accolades began in his sophomore football season when he was selected All-Conference and All-State as a punter, and was named among the top 50 underclassmen in the country by Street & Smith magazine. During his sophomore track and field season, Salina earned All-Conference honors in shot put, discus and javelin. His junior year, in football, Salina was an All-Conference punter and defensive back, and an All-State linebacker. Also, he was named by USA Today as a “player to watch”, and Street & Smith dubbed him a “linebacker to watch.”
In track and field that year, Salina was a conference and Class M champion in shot put. Salina was captain of the football team his senior year. He was selected All-Conference as a punter, running back and linebacker, and was an All-State linebacker. Also, he was Connecticut’s Gatorade Player of the Year, and was named a Parade First-Team All-American as a linebacker. A top student, Salina was inducted into the National Football and College Hall of Fame as a scholar-athlete. His senior track and field season, Salina was selected captain, was conference champion in both javelin and shot put, and was the Class M champion in shot put. Salina accepted a full scholarship to continue his football career at Stanford University, where he played under Bill Walsh and Tyrone Willingham. While at Stanford, Salina, a three-year starter at fullback, played in the Liberty Bowl and in the Sun Bowl. He was named to the Pac10 All-Academic First Team as a senior. After graduating from Stanford, in 1997, Salina signed as a free agent with both the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys. The following year he signed with the San Francisco 49ers. Currently, Salina is serving his fourth term as Mayor of Berlin, and is owner/principal of Kozak and Salina, LLC. Salina and wife Danielle have three children: Olivia, Julia and lsabella.
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Newington-Berlin High School hockey player Sebastian Ogibowski is pictured in action Saturday in Newington. The Newington-Berlin co-op defeated Enfield 3-0 that night to hand coach Dave Harackiewicz his 200th career victory.
The Hall of Fame induction banquet will be held March 21 at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell.
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were Damian and Lorenzo Buccheri, Lex Eliades, Adam Gauvin, Riley Hanson, Donald Roski, Aiden Saindon, Anthony Veneziano and Shanserae Brownlee.
Basketball Sixth-eighth grade Parks and Recreation Number Ones 18, Huskies 17: Kaileen Lanlois hit a jump shot with two seconds left to lift the Number Ones. Erin Conry led the victors with eight points. Also scoring for the Number Ones were Rachel Roe and Lauren Trasko. Alexandra Schulz had four points for the Huskies. Krista Fasciano, Emily Lombardo, Shelby Luddy, Alyssa Prokop, Emily Rose and Toby Sznaj also scored for the Huskies. Blaze 15, Redcoats 12: Leading the Blaze with six points apiece were Megan Leavenworth and Haley Longo. Also scoring for the Blaze was Tess Repaci. The Redcoats were led by Kristen Gaetgens with six points. Rebecca Carriere, Samantha Giardina and Brianna Tulin also scored for the Redcoats. Third-fifth grade Parks and Recreation Blue Demons 21, Blue Devils 15: The Blue Demons were
led by Emily Cooney with seven points. Also scoring for the Blue Demons were Julia Ladd, Jennifer Errico, Tina Petry, DeAna Gibson and Jessica Gaetgens. Netting four points apiece for the Blue Devils were Alana Garofalo, Catherine Wilson and Hannah Ciarcia. Maegan Varley also scored for the Blue Devils. Huskies 8, Celtics 7: The Huskies were led by Kaitlyn DeCamp, Rianne Mayer, Bridget Fox and Cameron Michalek, all with two points. The Celtics were led by Courtney Vogel (4 points). Natalie Couciero also scored for the Celtics. Suns 34, Magic 18: Amanda Johnson scored 13 points to pace the Suns. Samantha Fasciano, Jacqueline Cooper and Alexandra Comstock also scored for the victors. The Magic were led by Corinne Blanchette with eight points. Also scoring for the Magic were Angela Perrelli, Jada Marie Tardif, Maeve McQuillan and Bridget McQuillan. Third-fourth grade Parks and Recreation Cardinals 20, Knicks 13: Cardinals scorers — Dylan Frisk (6), Holden Murphy (4), Wesley Cantiliffe (4), Gregory Carson (2), Tyler Cop (2), Mitchell Fliss (2). Knicks scorers — Michael Constantine (8), Andrew Leary (2), Ryan Terlicky (2), Matt Reilly (1). Celtics 23, Huskies 12: Celtics scorers — William Salwocki (9), Raylend Wilson (7),
James Mazzerella (4), Justin Rocco (2), Jack Repaci (1). Huskies scorers — Nicholas Snaj (8), Chaz Blake (2), Daniel Valdesi (2). Tar Heels 18, Blue Devils 17: Tar Heels scorers — Kevin Stafstrom (9), John Addamo (8), Domenic Biello Jr. (2), Danny Cervoni (2), Garrett Jacques (2). Blue Devils scorers — Michael McCarthy (9), Ethan Skinner (4), Anthony Veneziano (4). Celtics 22, Blue Devils 13: Celtics scorers — Raylend Wilson (6), William Salwocki (6), James Mazzerella (4), Thomas Gancarczyk (4), Justin Rocco (2). Blue Devils scorers — Ethan Skinner (6), Michael McCarthy (4), Matt Wojciehowski (3). Spartans 35, Knicks 12: Spartans scorers — J.J. Beardsley (18), Billy Hagmeier (7), Gianelli Fanelli (6), Adam Guzauckas (2), Ryan Toce (2). Knicks scorers — Michael Constantine (6), Adam Bilinsky (4), Matt Reilly (2). Cardinals 20, Huskies 8: Cardinals scorers — Wesley Cantiliffe (6), Dylan Frisk (5), Holden Murphy (4), Tyler Cop (3), Mitchell Fliss (2). Huskies scorers — Daniel Valdesi (6), Chaz Blake (2). Huskies 27, Tar Heels 19: Huskies scorers — Daniel Valdesi (19), Ryan Jenkins (4), Giancarlo Tufano (2), Chaz Blake (2). Tar Heels scorers — Kevin Staftstrom (12), Domenic Biello Jr. (4), Evan Bumbera (2), David Boscoglio (1).
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DiBiase Continued from page 1 Schyster (IRS). The duo, dubbed Money Inc., would win the WWF Tag Team Championship three times. When he didn’t have a sanctioned belt to show off, The Million Dollar Man simply awarded himself a strap: “The Million Dollar Belt”, a gaudy diamond-encrusted number which cost $40,000. DiBiase, who had his “Million Dollar Belt” in tow Saturday, was in Connecticut to take part in a small wrestling event in Shelton. Funds raised went to help the people of Haiti. He no longer wrestles, but DiBiase’s name still carries a lot of weight. “He is one of the most famous wrestlers of all time. He’s just such an iconic figure,” Ken Asal, owner of Ken’s Cards said of DiBiase. “I’m just thrilled to have him here.” More than 100 fans filtered through Asal’s New Britain Road shop during DiBiase’s
two-hour appearance. And surely some of them were surprised to find a smiling, accommodating man across the table — The Million Dollar Man was nowhere in sight. “Couldn’t be any more opposite,” Asal said of DiBiase, the man’s, resemblance to the bombastic character he portrayed. DiBiase, 56, a Christian minister, pointed that out as well. “Ted DiBiase the person, the man of God, the minister, is totally the opposite,” he said. “As a matter of fact, a lot of the autographs I sign, I put a scripture on the bottom, Matthew 16:26. Jesus said: ‘For what is the profit of man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul?’” Still, DiBiase indicated that he had no conflict of conscience about performing as the seemingly Godless Million Dollar Man. “I embraced the character,” he said, comparing the situation to a holy person playing the Devil in a church play. “As long as that role of the Devil is played properly,
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Bulletin Board Little League Registration for the 2010 Little League season will be held at the Bill Petit Complex Tuesday, Feb. 2 and Thursday, Feb. 4, 6 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 6, 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is open to boys age 6 to 15, and girls age 7 to 16. A printable registration form is available online at b e rl i n - l i t t l e l e a g u e. c o m . Forms will be available during registration as well. An original birth certificate is needed to register.
Timberlin Seniors The Timberlin Senior Golf Association will hold its Annual Breakfast on Tuesday,
Feb. 9, 8:30 a.m., at the Senior Center. The snow date is Feb. 10. All Timberlin Senior Golf Association members, and prospective members, are invited to attend. Membership is available to retired Berlin residents age 60 and over. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, contact President Jeff Arute at (860) 828-6147 or Secretary Jerry Pangakis at (860) 8285383.
Booster Club The Berlin High School Booster Club will meet Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. in the lower level video amphitheater. All parents are welcome.
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Simonetti-Calvert Maria Lena Simonetti and Steven Michael Calvert were married July 11, 2009 at Fantasia in North Haven. Brino Simonetti, cousin of the bride, officiated. The bride is the daughter of Nancy Simonetti and Toney Simonetti, both of Meriden. The groom is the son of Barbara Calvert of Newark, N.J. and the late Terry Calvert. Maid of honor was Kayla Knapp, cousin of the bride. Bridesmaids were Cindy wood, Megan Ayes, Josie Anderson, Stephanie Holt, sister of the groom, Melissa Izzo, cousin of the bride, Guistina Sciana DiCola, stepsister of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Aleandra Calderone and flower girl was Morgan Coombs, niece of the groom. Best man was Michael Coombs, brotherin-law of the groom. Groomsmen were Scott Wood, Lou Adams, Matt Williams, Danny Simonetti, cousins of the bride, Rinaldo Izzo, David Taylor. Junior groomsman was Hacob Anderson and ring bearer was Austin Wood. The bride is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University with degrees in English and psychology. She is employed by Kindercare in Rocky Hill. The groom attends Central Connecticut State University, pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering. He is employed by Pratt & Whitney. The couple resides in Berlin.
The Berlin Police Department reported the following arrests.
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Introducing the interim superintendent of schools
Mark L. Winzler began Jan. 4 as interim superintendent of the Berlin Public Schools while the Berlin Board of Education searches for a person to replace Dr. Michael Cicchetti. Cicchetti left the district at the end of December 2009 to assume the superintendency of the Easton, Redding, and Region 9 school districts. Winzler retired in June, 2009 after serving 35 years in public
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al set up to remember Rachel’s brief but vibrant life. Her family continues to be deeply involved in spreading Rachel’s message. Craig Scott showed a film clip of videotape made by killers Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold shortly before they implemented their plan. The angry young men
rant that they will “start a chain reaction” that will spawn more violence and destruction. At around the same time, Craig Scott pointed out, Rachel was writing in her journal about the “chain reaction of compassion.” Before he detailed the goals of Rachel’s Challenge, Craig Scott showed home movies of Rachel’s early years up until a few days bfore she was killed. This in-
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4 Bdrms. 3.1 ba. Big eat-in kitchen opens to fp family room. Step out on the deck to private backyard at end of cul-de-sac. Basement adds another 800 sf of living space with full bathroom, small kitchen and bar.$349,900 Betsy Cooney 860 966-4296. 27 Hillside Place,New Britain.
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The Buzz Around Berlin To your health
Swing easy dancers
A fun Christmas celebration was recent held at the Powerhouse Gym in Berlin by the women of the swing easy morning fitness class. For at least 15 years these women have done 45 minutes of weight training class and 20 to 30 minutes of cardio respiratory exercise at least three to five times a week. The Christmas dance routine was arranged by their fitness instructor Pat Gaedeke. The routine consists of modified dance movements and the finale always includes a dance line with the ladies doing their signature Radio City Rockettes high kicks.
Eagle Scout rank M i c h a e l Gagnon, of Berlin, recently was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout, the h i g h e s t achievement in Boy Scouts. To be awarded, a scout must fulfill requirements in leadership, service, outdoor and life skills. Gagnon’s Eagle project involved the solicitation and collection of items to benefit the Connecticut Humane Society for the more than 15,000 animals that come under its protection each year. The project took over 75 man hours and 17 volunteers to complete. Gagnon, son of David and Karen Gagnon, attends Avon Old Farms School where he is a Gordon Scholar and is on the Headmaster’s List in an Honors Program. He is a member of the Honors Chorale and a member of the Literary Club and Improv Club.
Cubs bake for a cause Kensington Cub Scout Pack 41 held its annual Charity Bake-Off at their December Pack Meeting. All dens in the pack made and donated baked goods which were auctioned off. All the money raised from the bake-off was donated to Berlin Social Services.
Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc., is a private non-profit provider of mental health and substance abuse treatment. Pictured at the recent Annual Meeting is CMHA President & CEO Raymond Gorman; CMHA Board of Directors member Joseph Puzzo; President and CEO of The Hospital of Central Connecticut/Central Connecticut Health Alliance Laurence Tanner; and Berlin resident and CMHA Chairman of the Board John Matulis.
Instructor of the Year Chester Haber Sr. of Berlin was recently awarded the Richard Pratt Sylvia Instructor of the Year at the annual meeting of the Connecticut Fire Department Instructors Association. Haber was active in the founding of the Hartford County Fire School in Bloomfield. At present, he is the Director of Training, since 1982, having been the assistant director from May 1969. Haber is a retired assistant chief from the Berlin Fire Department. While with the department, Haber was the drillmaster.
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TAX COLLECTOR'S NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE All persons liable to pay taxes on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle list (Motor Vehicles registered after October 1, 2008, but before July 31, 2009) supplemental to the October 1, 2008 Grand List in and to the Town of Berlin, Connecticut are hereby notified that they are due and payable in full January 1, 2010. Said taxes become delinquent if not paid on or before February 1, 2010. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from January 1, 2010, on all Supplemental Motor Vehicle taxes not paid on or before February 1, 2010, subject to a minimum interest charge of $2.00. Any and all unpaid back Motor Vehicle Taxes must be paid in full before payment may be made on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle Taxes. Any person liable for this tax who does not receive a bill should contact the Berlin Tax Collector’s Office at once, as failure to receive a bill does not relieve one from the liability therefrom for payment. Collection Place: Tax Collector’s Office Room 22 Berlin Town Hall 240 Kensington Road Berlin, Connecticut 06037 Office Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursdays 8:30am 7:00pm Fridays 8:30am - 1:00pm Caroline M. Glabau Collector of Revenue Town of Berlin
All persons liable to pay taxes on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle list (Motor Vehicles registered after October 1, 2008, but before July 31, 2009) supplemental to the October 1, 2008 Grand List in and to the Town of Berlin, Connecticut are hereby notified that they are due and payable in full January 1, 2010. Said taxes become delinquent if not paid on or before February 1, 2010. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from January 1, 2010, on all Supplemental Motor Vehicle taxes not paid on or before February 1, 2010, subject to a minimum interest charge of $2.00. Any and all unpaid back Motor Vehicle Taxes must be paid in full before payment may be made on the Supplemental Motor Vehicle Taxes. Any person liable for this tax who does not receive a bill should contact the Berlin Tax Collector's Office at once, as failure to receive a bill does not relieve one from the liability therefrom for payment. Collection Place:
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LOST & FOUND
AUTOMOBILES
AUDI Quattro A4 1.8T 2004 LOST- Green Amazon Parrot w/ yellow head from 156 Sherman Avenue, Meriden. Responds to Kelby, speaks English & Spanish. REWARD if returned. Call (203) 630-2426/(203)427-3946 LOST- Lebanese passport. Last name EL Hayek. Lost approx. 2 weeks ago. If found please return to Berlin Police Dept or USA Auto Repair. 860-225-0013 or 978-503-4046 ask for Ralph or Fares
AUTOMOBILES
ACURA TSX 2005 4-cyl. Auto. Blue. Moonroof. AM/FM/CD player. Dual air cond. Heated mirrors. Heated seats. Leather interior. Pwr. locks. Pwr. seats. 60k miles. Excellent condition. $13,000 OBO Call 203-815-2452 & Leave Message
4x4. Automatic. 4 cyl. 79,749 mi. #1372 $13,990 (860) 344-9916
USED CAR WINTER CLEARANCE 97 Honda Civic Standard Shift $2,995 98 Chevy S10 Blazer $3,250 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD $2,995 98 Buick LeSabre $3,195 96 Pontiac Grand Am $1,895 95 Ford Taurus Wagon $1,995 90 Dodge Pickup w/Plow $2,995 88 Buick Riviera $795 Open Mon-Fri 6:30am-5pm 155 Colony St., Meriden HONDA Civic 2000, 68K, perfect, $4400. Dodge Intrepid 2002, 80K, excellent thru-out, $3450. (203) 213-1142 HONDA Civic LX, 1997, 4 dr, 5 spd manual, air, 152K. Dependable transportation. $2500. (203) 269-1635
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JAGUAR X-TYPE 2004 3.0, 4 Door Sedan. Automatic. 51,844 mi # 11573 $13,995
(203) 238-1100 KIA Rio 2008 4DR Sedan, 4 cycle 17,500 miles. Like new! Bookvalue $10,200. Asking $8,500. 860-828-1848 or 860-930-4772
MINI COOPER S 2005 Convertible, 2 door. Manual. 35,219 mi # 11596 $18,995
JAGUAR X-Type 3.0 2003
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4 Door. AWD. Automatic. 52,201 mi. #1396 $11,990 (860) 344-9916
ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111
INFINITI I30 Premium 2001 4 Speed Auto. Leather. Alloys. 87,092 mi # 11586 $8,995 (203) 238-1100
JEEP Wrangler Sahara 2007
CHEVY CAMARO 1968 Call 203-915-9856 LOST Or Found. The RecordJournal will run your lost or found ad FREE in our Marketplace Section! Call 203238-1953 for details.
JAGUAR 40 S Type 2000 Perfect car! $7500. TOYOTA Camry 1997 Black. Immaculate. $3550. (203) 213-1142
FINANCE Buy Here Pay Here Financing! Down pymts as low as $588 plus tax & reg, low weekly pymts, no finance charge, or credit check cars under $3000. Call 203-5305905, Cheap Auto Rental LLC.
G.T. TIRE (203) 235-8606
AUTOMOBILES
Auto w/Overdrive, 28,031 mi # A11594 $23,995
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SUBARU LEGACY 2.5i 2007 4 door, AWD. 4 Spd Automatic. 52,789 mi. #1384 $14,990 (860) 344-9916
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1-800-527-3863 TOYOTA Camry Solara SE 2004 2 door, 4 Speed Automatic 130,208 mi # 11586 $6,995
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PETS & LIVESTOCK BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Yorkies, Cane Corso, Bull Mastiff, French Bulldogs, Poodle mixes. $250+ 860-930-4001
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KEYSTONE ‘05 Cougar 290 EFS Mstr Queen bed, angled shwr w/skylight. Full slide w/dinette & pullout sofa, LG skylight in kitch. All STD amen. inc refrig/ freezer, microwave, surround sound system, heat & ducted A/C. Polar Cold Weather PKG. Death in family forces sale. $17,000/OBO Gerry at 860-620-3147
203-238-3308 MASTIFF Puppies for sale. Born Oct. 29. 2 females, 1 male. $850 each. Call (203) 314-0004 PIT BULL PUPPIES 8 Weeks old. Male & females. Blue nose. Mother on premises. $450 each. Call Henry 203-440-3902 or Jay 203-317-0173. SHIH TZU puppies, AKC, first shots, vet checked, non shedding, ideal for allergies, 3 Female, 2 black, 1 black/white. Ready to go. $850. Call 860329-9893
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
CHEST Of drawers, 8 rows of drawers $90. Matching bureau with mirror, $75. Solid oak. Call (203) 237-6807 DORM refrigeration - $50 Wine Cooler - $40. Call 860-259-5057
KIRBY Vacuum cleaner. Words good. $30. Maple rocking chair, $50. Call (203) 237-6807 REFRIGERATOR- white, 20cf, w/ice maker. $75 203-237-6977
PETS & LIVESTOCK
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT GLS 2004 Auto, Moon Roof, Alloy Wheels. 82,759 mi. #1340 $9,990
13 YEAR old male, neutered, declawed cat. Outdoor cat. Moving out of state, needs a good home. 860-747-5950
Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986
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CLASSIC & ANTIQUES
CHEVY CAMARO 1968 Call 203-915-9856 SUV’S
BLACK lab puppies M/F. We are ready to go to a good home now! $500. Call Maryann 860829-1578 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Rare German working lines. Dad is large boned, 100+ lbs. 8 males, 4 females, AKC reg. 1st shots, dewormed, microchipped & tattooed. Nice take home puppy pack. Ready 1/26/10. Now Taking Deposits! Serious inquiries please. $1200. (860)655-0889 or ACH442403@yahoo.com
SWORDS Helmets, Daggers, Fighting Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.
2 Piece Sectional Couch w/ Queen Sleeper & Recliner $75.00 or B/O Call 203 6301560 for more information, leave message. VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GLS 2006 2.0L, 3 door Hatchback, Auto. 58,728 mi. #1366 $10,990
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
SPECIALTY Discounted Bldgs Some under $8k Call to Reserve; 1 per Buyer Can Construct IAS-AC 472 Mfg Cert www.utilityking.comSource#1FY 866-609-4321 USED Kenmore Heavy Duty Dryers (2), Whirlpool Washer, all white $125 each. 3 HP, 10” Craftsmen Table Saw w/extactrip fence $125. 203- 440-2814
WANTED TO BUY
1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.
203-238-3499
$$$ CA$H $$$ ANTIQUES WANTED - 1 Item or an Estate. Estate sale service provided. Seeking: Meridenmade items, lamps, paintings. Call Todd Shamock 203-237-3025
Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles. 1 item to estate.
203-235-8431 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS
CABLE-NELSON Spinet Piano w/bench. $250.00 or B/O. Buyer must remove. Call 203 630-1560 for more information, leave message.
Professional Violin Lessons & String Instruments
Repaired! For Children & Adults $25 per 1/2 hour. First lesson FREE! 30 yrs exp. We repair: Violins ● Violas ● Cellos ● Bass Bow Rehairing 203-294-0888
Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome
Absolutely All Hardwood 24 mo. seasoned, cut, split & delivered. $250/cord.
Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295
Piano Lessons
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SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH
CHEVY Suburban LT 1999 4x4 Loaded, Rear Heat/AC, 3rd Row Seats, Remote Start, Leather, 155K miles, Good Cond, $5900 (203)927-4210
LAB Ret pups AKC & OFA, reg., vet. cert. healt guar. $800. Parents used in therapy RedRiverRetrievers.com Sire hunts. Call (860) 681-5402
PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. One Session only. $100. Call 203-415-1144
HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden- 5BR house for rent. Completely renovated. 2 full baths. $1425/mo + sec. & utils. Available 1/15. (203) 938-3789
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CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT
WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT
SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $225/cord; $135/half cord. 203-294-1775.
HOUSES FOR RENT
HOUSES FOR RENT WLFD Great rental property. 2BR, eat in kitchen, LR, 1 car garage. Beautifully landscaped. Quiet neighborhood, low traffic. Good condition. $1200/mo. Sil Sala for details and showing 203-265-5618
MERIDEN- 1BR, Crown Village. New carpet & paint. $700/mo. Heat included. 1 mo security & credit ck. No pets. 860-828-0692 MERIDEN- Meetinghouse Village- 2BR townhouse, C/A, Garage. $1100. Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 1 1/2 bath condo. $1200/mo. DW, w/d, fp, gar, open floor plan, storage. Amenities include pool & fitness center. No pets. (860) 716-7947 WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. No pets. $1000. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904
APARTMENTS FOR RENT BERLIN Lake Dr 2 BR Twnhse. Attached gar. On cul-de-sac. Access to Rt 15., I 84, I91. 1.5 baths, WD hookup, $1000 + sec. No pets. (203) 272-1263
Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!
Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better
Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!
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(860) 828-3958 HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - Studio & 1BR apts From $650 + sec. Heat & HW incl. Avail. immed! 203-938-3789
also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT
HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden- 3BR, Recently renovated, Available immediately. $1125/mo. HEAT & HW incl!!! 203-938-3789 MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. 3rd fl studio, $160/wk+sec. 1BR, 2nd fl, $210/wk+sec. 203-630-3823, 128pm www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 3BR, 6 rms, 2nd flr. Off st. parking. Stove, w/d hookup. No pets. $950 + sec. Call 203-235-2703 MERIDEN - 5 room, 2 Bedroom, 3rd floor, newly remodeled, off street parking, no pets, $800 plus utilities, references. 203671-9644 MERIDEN - Cute 1 Bdrm, quiet Apt, recently updated, washer/dryer facilities, electricity included, gas heat/hot water. 860-301-8705
MERIDEN 1 & 2BR. Free Heat, Good Condition. Off-street parking. On Site Laundry. No Pets. $650$795/month. Please Call Vinny 203-283-3943 MERIDEN 1 BR Apt. Very clean. All appliances. All utilities included. No smoking. No pets. $750/month. References, credit check. (203) 494-8416
MERIDEN 2 BR, 1 Bath. 3rd floor. Quiet location. $750 Plus Security Deposit. Call 203-631-9614 MERIDEN 3 Room, Cozy, convenient, 1st flr, Broad St. Incl. electric & hot water. Appliances, parking, $575/mo. Pet negotiable. Peter 617-696-9390
MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.
1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016
MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.
APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 1BR- 1st flr avail. $650/mo Sect 8 appr’d. Leave message at (860) 426-0658 MERIDEN Remodeled 3rd fl, 4rm 1 br. Off st. parking. Great east side area. No pets. $615 /mo. No utilities. 203-238-0675
MERIDEN- 1023 Old Colony Rd.
2 BR - $750 & UP Heat & HW, Off st. parking. Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016 MERIDEN- 1BR Winter Special $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 MERIDEN- 2 BR, 1 1/2 bath townhouse, appliances, full basement, air conditioning, 89 Bronson Ave. $825/mo + utils. 1 1/2 mo. sec. No pets. 203-237-8801
1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 8 Jackson St. 2 1/2 BR, 5 rms. Newly renovated. Stove & refrig, Heat & HW incl. $850. 203-715-3647 or 917- 921-7469 MERIDEN Huge 5 BR Apartment Freshly painted. Ready to rent! Section 8 approved. $1350/mo + security. No pets. 203-650-0479
MERIDEN 1BR, 1st flr, lg rms Heat, HW, Elec incld. W. Side, Off-st park. $950/mo + sec. 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm. www.Meridenrooms.com
MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841
Meriden 2 BR at Tracy Gardens $750 Heat & HW incl. Move in by 1/31 and receive a new flat screen 37” TV. 203-639-8751
Pay for a 1 Bedroom and Move into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751
Meriden Reduced Rent
MERIDEN- 2BR apt, $725 + sec. & utils. Avail. immediately. L & E Property Management 203-938-3789 MERIDEN- 4 rooms in duplex. Heat, hot water & appliances included. Call (203) 238-1730 MERIDEN- Freshly painted 1 & 2BR apts. $650-$800 per month. 60 Pleasant St. No pets. 203-668-6066. MERIDEN- Hubbard Park 1-2 BR, CAIR/heat. 775 W. Main St. $850-$925 month. Sect 8 approved. Call Chino 203-907-9276 203-296-4975 MERIDEN- Nice, Spacious 1BR, appliances, parking, good location, no pets, 25 Griswold St. $795 + deposit and credit. 203238-1890 MERIDEN-11 Camp St. 3BR, 1st flr. $900/mo + sec. fresh paint, new carpet. Utils not incld. Offst parking. 860-209- 0646
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ELDERLY CARE IF YOU MENTION THIS AD We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218
HOMEMAKERS Companions, Personal Care Assistants /Home Health Aides Licensed, Bonded, Insured. IMPERIAL HOME HEALTH CARE, LLC 860-351-5298. www.imperialhhc.com
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HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed. DEBRIS removal of any kind. Demolition sheds, pools, etc. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430
Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins
203-237-4124 an LLC co. ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR Roofs, decks, windows, doors siding, flrs, sheetrock. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837 203-592-1148
Bankruptcy Free Consultation Keep home, auto, 401k, etc. STOP FORECLOSURES IRS & “Repos” Atty F.W. Lewis 439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829 “Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief under the bankruptcy code
CARPENTRY
REPAIRS Decks & Additions, Entry Doors, Complete Home Improvement by Carpenter. Free est. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com
A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325
JUNK REMOVAL JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Snowplowing. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 10% off if you mention this ad
DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1
POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885 I WILL BEAT ANYONE’S QUOTE! (American Citizen). Plenty of experience & refs. (203) 238-0566
Fahey Plumbing & Heating Quality ● Clean/Neat ● Honest! A guaranteed job at a good price! Days, Nights, Wknds - Same Price
C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
PELSONZ APPLIANCE SERVICE We service major name brand appliances. Same day service. 203-935-7782, 24-7 service. “Great Service Is All We Know.”
SIDING
Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.
203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319
FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.
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TREE SERVICES
MASONRY JACK Biafore, LLC Masonry Chimneys, brick, block, stone walls, patios. In business over 50 yrs. CT# 623849 (203) 537-3572 CASCIO Mason. Chimney repair, sidewalks, walls, brick work, etc. CT Reg #611774. 860-398-1223
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VACATION & SEASONAL RENTALS FOR SALE Cape Cod Brewster Green 2BR, 2BA. sleeps (6), laundry. Week 17 April 23-30. $950. 203-237-2549
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INCOME TAX PREPARATION - CPA-prepared income tax returns. Other professional financial services available. In Southington for over 30 years. Why trust your taxes to a 30-day wonder? Hire a CPA. Call 203-340-6395
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MERIDEN-1BR, Huge rooms, walk-in closet, parking, w/d hookup, 1st class! $600/mo. Credit check + 2 mos. sec. req. No pets. 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-1BRS-All appliances & hot water incl 2 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings 9-11 am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-East Side. Great 2 BR. Penthouse floor. Central air. All appls. On flr laundry. Credit + 2 mos. security. $800/mo. No pets. Call 203-284-0597 MERIDEN. 2 BR, 2nd floor Hardwood flrs, new carpet. Enclosed front porch. Off st parking. $750 + 2 mos sec. 203-464-3083 SO. MERIDEN Updated 3-4BR 2nd floor. Off st parking. Washer/dryer hookup. No pets, no smoking. $925 per month. Call Sue Farone 203-235-3300
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WALLINGFORD 1st fl. 2BR/5Rm. Good location. Fully Appl. W to W. No pets. Util not incl. Lease & sec req. $875mo. Call 203-435-6790 pm. WALLINGFORD 2 BR, 1st Fl. Dining Rm, Living Rm, Bathroom, Kitchen w/Big Pantry. Big closet in Master BR. Large front porch. Nice yard. $1100. 203 679-0032 or 203-952-5243 WALLINGFORD STUDIO Semi-furnished. Newly renovated. Hardwood floors. Private driveway & private yard. No pets. 203-284-2077 or 203-654-6190 WALLINGFORD-4 Rms, newly painted, Hardwood flrs re-done. $800 per month plus utils & sec deposit. No smoking. No pets. 203-269-1426 WALLINGFORD. Avail 3/1, No. Main St Victorian. 3 rm, 1 BR, 3rd flr, no smoking, no pets. $825 plus utils. 2 mos sec. Call 203-269-5973. WLFD 1BR, off No. Main St, near library, Choate area. Off st. parking. $750 + sec. No smoking, no pets. 203-265-3092
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KENSINGTON-355 Main St Office or retail 875SF, parking front/rear. $1,100/mo. Frank Sataline Realty 860-828-8259
RETAIL Store/Office for rent. 2800 SF right on West Main St., Meriden. $1675/mo. incl. heat & hot water. Avail. Feb. 1. Call Home Sweet Homes 203-938-3789
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS BERLIN-Four Rod Rd. IndustrialFlex Zoned space for rent, 1200 sq. ft. $900. 860-989-6971 MERIDEN COMMERCIAL 8600 SF, Loading Dock, Lobby with Offices, Showers. Lg Overhead Door & much more. $2500/mo or best offer. (860) 384-4205
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WALLINGFORD $149,9000 Large 2 family w/store front. Possible 3 family house R6 zone. Separate utilities, corner lot with some yard. Brian Miller 203-265-5618
WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770 WLFD-Large fully remodeled 1st flr, 2BR apt, W/D hkup. No pets. $975/mo + sec. 2 family house w/front porch & nice yard. 860-227-0190
ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Rooms For Rent $100 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kitchen & LR. All utils & cable TV included. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 888-271-3262 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec or call 203-630-3823 128pm, www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN Room for Rent- Fully furnished, shared kitchen, LR, 1 1/2 baths. $150 per week. Clean home. All utilities included. Call 203-537-1772 Lisa MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $150/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591
MERIDEN East side unique Duplex on non-thru street. Recently renovated w/new kitchens & baths, formal DR & casual LR w/hardwood floors, new windows & roof, 2 spacious BRs & ready to move in$229,900. Sue (203) 235-3300
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HOUSES FOR SALE
CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE
WALLINGFORD “New Listing” Gorgeous upper bracket Condo at The Ridges. 2 or 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, atrium, large LR w/FP, French doors to deck, family rm w/SGD to patio, garages, swimming pool. $319,000. WALLINGFORD $219,900 Small Bungalow on 1.28 level acre in area of fine homes. House needs major renovations-property is beautiful! Bring your ideas! Linda 203-265-5618
Call Fred for details (203) 265-5618
MidState Medical Center is a progressive community hospital with an opening for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to work in our "team-oriented" environment. We are committed to creating a workplace that thrives on caring, respect and teamwork. The Financial Counselor performs various customer-focused access functions which include registration/admission, financial counseling, insurance eligibility, collect co-payments and deductibles, estimate prices for procedures, authorization for care (non-clinical). This role is also responsible for the preparation of charts, collecting patient privacy restrictions, census, meet and greet visitors, direct visitors, assisting volunteers in coordinating needs. Other responsibilities are the ability to communicate with points of intervention regarding visitor/patient needs, other reception duties, resolution of payer conflicts, including third party payers and eligibility process. As wells as ensures department and hospital financial goals are achieved. The positions are located in both our Urgent Care and Emergency Department. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma, associate's degree preferred. One year experience in hospital or medical office environment including insurance and registration knowledge. Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills required. Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced customer service environment. Hours: Part time hours evening and nights shifts, with weekend and holiday coverage. Benefit eligible positions. To find out more about MidState Medical Center and to apply on-line, visit our website: www.midstatemedical.org
affirmative action- equal opportunity employer HELP WANTED
WLFD Gorgeous Ranch on a nice landscaped lot. Great loc. Home features 3BRs, kitchen, DR, LR, lower level FR, bath and half, 2 car garage. $299,900. Call Silvio Sala for details 203-265-5618
MERIDEN Lovely top flr remodeled 2BR Ranch, East side, open flr plan, remod bath, master w/walk in closet & dressing area, CAIR, sliders to deck & pool. $89,990. Kathy (203) 265-5618
MERIDEN “New Listing”
WALLINGFORD “New Listing” Immaculate 3BR Split w/LR & FP, form DR, galley kit w/breakfast bar, lower lev FR w/wet bar, 2 full baths, lg deck to 27’ above grnd pool & CAIR! $310,000
Kathy (203) 265-5618
MERIDEN $349,900 Price reduced. Huge ranch located on Meriden’s East Side. 3 bdrms, 3 full baths, granite, hdwd flrs., finished bsmt w/second kitchen, 2 car garage, and is located at the end of a cul-de-sac on 1.15 acres. Galleria Real Estate 203-671-2223.
Beautiful! Newly remodeled laminated flrs. All new appls, new windows, new thermo, new hot wtr htr, new vertical blinds. First flr loc, new electric fireplace, new air cond. Tons of closet space. Park in front, new dead bolt. $79,900
Call Annemarie (203) 235-3300
Stepping up to a bigger bike? Sell the smaller one with a Marketplace ad.
CALL CENTER - 2nd & 3rd shift available. Looking for Inbound, customer service friendly, sales reps. Please call Tactical Marketing Solutions 203.284.6040 Ext 1970. CAREGIVERS - Excellent position for retirees and others. Looking for compassionate, reliable people to provide companionship/homecare services to seniors. Extensive training provided. Call Home Instead Senior Care @ 860-316-2531 or visit our website www.homeinstead.com CHILD CARE- F/T positions available. Exp preferred. Must be dependable, friendly & energetic. Call (203) 265-7883 ELDER CARE Assistants & Homemakers To work w/the elderly in their homes. Flex hrs. Must have own transp. Pleasant work environment. Good starting salary. Meriden, Wallingford & Middletown areas. Assisted Living Services, Inc 203-634-8668 EOE
A Marketplace ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.
HELP WANTED
FARMWORKER: 10 Temporary positions. 03/01/2010 to 12/30/2010. Plant, cultivate, and harvest vegetable & field crops. Duties include transplanting, applying fertilizers & pesticides, loading harvested products, farm & fence repairs, and harvesting of crops. High school degree required & 1 month experience. Must have or be able to obtain drivers license. 48 hr/wk, $11.05 per/hr, free housing. 3/4 Work period guaranteed. Tools & Equip. Provided. Transportation to and from place of recruitment will be paid upon completion of 50% of work contract. Job location is at, Fair Weather Acres. (William Collins) Rocky Hill CT Apply for this job at the nearest state employment office which this ad is run. HOUSECLEANING-Looking for responsible individuals to join our team! Mon-Friday. No nights, weekends or holidays. Insured car req. 203-439-7025 IF you are looking for a great place to work, an opportunity to earn money and learn a little about insurance, call: Tatia Winecoff, Agent, State Farm Insurance Wallingford 203-269-9330 Fax 203-269-9331 Fluency in English and Spanish are a Plus! Equal Opportunity Employer
MEDICAL CAREERS Per Diem Cook Gaylord Hospital has an immediate opening for a per diem cook to prepare and cook meals for patients and cafeteria. The incumbent prepares food according to menu and production tally, assists with organizing daily production, cleans and maintains equipment after use, and may assist with cold food preparation as required. REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum one (1) year culinary cooking experience. Experience in healthcare setting preferred. Serve-safe certification preferred. Gaylord Hospital is a not-for-profit long-term acute care hospital specializing in the treatment of medically complex patients, rehabilitation and sleep medicine.
Email to: jobs@gaylord.org
Please fax resumes to: 203-284-2733;
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CNA/HHA NEW ENGLAND HOME CARE is seeking CNAs and Home Health Aides with a minimum of 6 months experience for a pediatric group home in Meriden. Previous experience in a group home with physically and emotionally challenged children preferred. All shifts available. Earn up to $12.00 per hour based on experience. Must have a current CT CNA certificate. To schedule an appointment to apply, please call:
800-286-6300 ext. 3902 or fax your resume to the HR Department 860-613-3777 or email to: employment@newenglandhomecare.com E/E/O/C/M/F/V/D Drug Screen/Criminal Background Check Required
Visit us on the web at NewEnglandHomeCare.com
HELP WANTED
MECHANIC A - w/strong electric/controls aptitude needed ASAP for fast-paced Meriden wire mfr to troubleshoot & maintain complex equip.; knowledge of wire proc. equip & flex. hrs a plus; Starting $16$20/hr plus benefits. Email: cpetersen@ accelinternational.com Fax: 203-237-2701 National Filter Media Industrial sewing machine operator. Must have experience. 9.00/hr. M-F, 6:30am - 3:00pm, Benefits; 401K. Apply in person 9 Fairfield Blvd., Wallingford
Part Time Office Administrator 9-1pm or 10-2pm. Answer phones, input invoices & payments. Email: centralctlawn@yahoo.com
HELP WANTED HAIRSTYLISTS PT/FT For Cheshire Salon. Benefits plus health. Call Dani 860-983-9471 or 1-800-216-5979
PRESS OPERATOR Diaganol Assembler Experienced only. Apply at:
Tiger Enterprises 379 Summer St, Plantsville. 860-621-9155 ask for Dave
DENTAL ASSISTANT Full time Experience not necessary. Will train the right person. Please call Kim 203-265-0788
Is your merchandise "blending in?" Placing a Marketplace ad is an easy and affordable way to whip up some interest among potential buyers. What are you waiting for? Contact us today and start turning the stuff you don’t want into something you do want:
cash! GET THINGS MOVING WITH THE MARKETPLACE!
HELP WANTED QUALITY CONTROL Earn up to $100 per day. Evaluate retail stores. Training provided. No experience required. Call 888615-6245
SECURITY OFFICERS Bristol & Hartford, $10/hour Must have CT Guard card. Call 413-732-7789 or Email: mclemons@arrowsecurity.com TELEMARKETING- Some experience required. Bi-lingual helpful. $12/hr. Call 203-430-3298 or 203265-2629 ask for Jim.
SALES POSITION WHOLESALE PAPER and JANITORIAL SUPPLIES Specializing in food service, Salary plus Bonus, Company Car, Health Insurance, 401(k), Pension Plan. Please fax, email, or mail resume to: The Russell Hall Co., P.O. Box 734, Meriden, Ct 06450 fax 203-237-4336 russellhallco@msn.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
TOOLMAKER Must have knowledge of milling, turning and grinding. CNC, CAD, and EDM experience a plus. Need to be able to work on the fly with or without prints. Knowledge of machine setup required. Send resume to PO Box 325, Planstville CT, 06489. Good Benefits package, pay commensurate with experience.
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