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Teen’s quick thinking helps police snag two burglars By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
A Berlin teen was honored, April 6, by police Chief Paul Fitzgerald, for quick thinking and actions that helped police apprehend a couple of serial burglars. Berlin High School student Taylor Bosse, 17, received the “Chief ’s Achievement Award” during the Town Council meeting for “quick action…and providing invaluable information leading to the apprehension of two career serial burglars.” “Unlike many people, he did something,” Fitzgerald said. The award was given in acknowledgement of Taylor’s actions, Jan. 5, when he called 911 to report a suspicious person who’d knocked at the front door of the Bosses’ house. A junior at Berlin High
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Berlin police Chief Paul Fitzgerald presents the Chief’s Achievement Award to Taylor Bosse.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Council approves $83M high school renovation plan Petition for referendum initiated, must be filed by April 21 By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen
A whale of a time Berlin Girl Scout Troop 66339 attended a camp-in at Mystic Aquarium recently. The girls dissected a squid, learned about ocean exploration, and toured the facility. The troop is pictured in front of one of the aquarium’s beluga whale viewing windows. Acording to aquarium information, the whales are kept in a oneacre outdoor habitat consisting of three interconnected pools holding more than 750,000 gallons of water; making it one of the largest outdoor beluga whale exhibits in the United States. Visitors can experience an eye-to-eye encounter with the belugas through a series of three 20-foot-long underwater windows. Caves feature bubble-shaped windows and are built into the rockwork to give children a different perspective on the belugas’ underwater world. Troop members pictured are: Caylie Whiteside, Sarah Daddario, Samantha Bengiovanni, Amanda Cohen, Julia Swiatek, Caitlee McNamara, Shannon Gallagher, Stephanie Sanders, Maegan Lentini, Lauren Nguyen, Paulina Chorzepa, Kelly Gianna and Rachel Gianna.
After more than three hours of discussion, April 6, the Town Council voted unanimously to authorize bond funding for an $83 million “renovate as new” plan for Berlin High School. The proceedings included two hours of public hearing during which numerous residents and officials offered their ideas on the project. Everyone seemed to be in agreement that something must be done to address the facility’s inadequacies. The school has numerous code
violations as well as “educational inadequacies” in regards to accredidation standards. The main focus was on pursuing the most cost-effective solution. Architects Silver Petrucelli+Associates gave a presentation on the proposed preliminary plan. A final design will come later. “Is this all ‘must do’?” asked George Millerd posing a question that was at the core of the night’s discussion. John Kilian, a resident who regularly promotes a fiscally conservative ap-
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Gulf War vet heroic as he faced grisly ‘souvenir’ error By Maura Gaffney Special to The Citizen
In 1985, Eric Gauvin joined the Connecticut Army National Guard for reasons that were as much practical as they Gauvin were patriotic. Gauvin, 19, knew the guard would pay for college and help advance his career. Gauvin never envisioned he’d serve 13 years or be activated in a time of war. He never expected to receive the Connecticut Medal of Valor. “When I told my father I joined the National Guard, he wouldn’t talk to me for two weeks,” said Gauvin, 43. His father had served in the Marine Corps and completed two tours in Vietnam. “I thought he was upset because I didn’t join the Marines, but when we talked, he said he didn’t want me going through the same things he did in war. I said,
‘Dad, this is the Guard. I’m never going to war.’” Iraqi invaded Kuwait in August 1990, and Staff Sergeant Gauvin’s 143rd Military Police Company was activated a few months later. The unit flew to Saudi Arabia with instructions to exit the plane as soon as it touched down. “Sure enough, as soon as the back door of plane went down, the Scud missiles started hitting. I remember running with all my gear, getting into the shelter and wondering, ‘What did I get myself into?’” Gauvin’s company was quickly moved into Khobar Towers, an unoccupied housing complex built by the Saudis a decade earlier. (Years later, Khobar Towers was the sight of a deadly terrorist bombing. The 1996 explosion killed 19 American military personnel.) About a week later, the unit moved closer to the IraqKuwait border where its job was to set up a prisoner-ofwar facility. “They loaded us on a yellow school bus. I thought, here I am, going to
the front lines on a yellow school bus,” Gauvin laughed. Soon the ground war began. Some historians claim the Gulf War ground campaign was essentially a “prisoner roundup” and that air power was what defeated the Iraqis. In any case, Gauvin’s unit began processing and caring for scores of prisoners. “Once the war started, dump trucks and school buses started showing up with thousands of prisoners. There was a constant flow of prisoners, day and night. They were just giving up.
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A helping hand for Haiti and for those here at home, too died, an estimated 300,000 were injured, and an estimated 1,000,000 are homeless. “I learned about my physical and mental tolerances,” Riley said, who has operated Riley Plumbing & Heating in Berlin since 1988. The devastation is such that a year from now, Haiti will need as much assistance as it does today, he said. “I don’t have words for the devastation,” said Ehle, who lives in Southington and works with Riley. She has made numerous trips to provide disaster aid, including four to the Katrina-ravaged south. “I was led in my heart
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Years of service recognition for town employees
Mayor Adam Salina was on hand, to congratulate town employees for their years of service, during a recent town hall ceremony. The mayor said he rarely ever heard a complaint from the public about the work or the service provided by the town’s employees. The following town employees were honored (some employees may have served in more than one position as they accumulated years of service): Five years of service: Paul Fitzgerald, police chief; Robin Bruno, school nurse; Carole DePasquale, clerical nursing; Catherine Grady, police department; Angela Zuder, nurse; Steven Kostka, police, Amiee Krzkowski, po-
lice and Jason Santostefano, police department; Thomas Farr II, dispatch; Brian Dumais, police department. Ten years of service: Jonathan Zuk, golf director; Shirley Kucharczyk, library; James Mahoney, economic development; John Robinson, golf; Michael Soroka, highway department; David Marquardt, animal control; Zbigniew Bober, custodian; Cheryl Platek, library; Sara Munson, library director; David Dyer, garage; Patricia Snow, school nurse; Pamela LaPorte, payroll. Fifteen years of service: Denise McNair, town manager; Matthew Odishoo, deputy fire marshal; Christopher Ciuci, police lieutenant.; Michael Jobes, police ser-
Registrar of Voters Betty Tedeschi was one of numerous town hall employees to receive an award for service from Mayor Adam Salina. geant; Barbara Hegg, school nurse; Mark Letizio, golf course. Twenty years of service: Mark Thompson, police department; Cleveland Hardon, custodian; Andrew Fal, library; Matthew Giuffre, highway department; David Thorn, engineering; Caroline Giabau, tax collector; Steve Waznia, fire marshal; Mary Piskowski, library; Rosemary Vasil, school aide; Arthur Volz, public grounds;
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fresh flowers and plants are offered. The public is welcome to this long standing annual event. For more information and cost, call Meg at (860) 828-6586 or Alan and Pat Blankenburg at (860) 8286858. The Berlin Congregational Church has scheduled Tot Time from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. on Thursdays through May 27 for children 1 to 5 year old with parents. The free program includes craft time, play, snack time, story time and holiday parties. No registration is needed. For more information call (860) 8286586.
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Joyce Mae (O’Brien) Waters, 80, of Berlin died unexpectedly April 5, 2010 with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Ella Mae (Pickett) O’Brien. She moved from Alabama to Connecticut in 1951 and was employed by Dainty Rubbish Service as an executive manager. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, a member of the Democratic Town Committee, served on the Zoning Board of Appeals for five years, and enjoyed square dancing at the Newington Square Dance Club, she was a friend of Bill’s. She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law Joy and her husband Bruce Fleming of Tennessee, Julie and Leon Niewoit of Michigan, and Jeannine and Nick Fusco of Cromwell; two brothers Arvel and Jewel O’Brien of Alabama; seven grandsons; two granddaughters and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister Grace Hyde; two brothers Aubrey and Alvin O’Brien. Funeral services were held April 10, 2010 at the Berlin Memorial Funeral Home, Kensington, Pastor Hyoung of the Kensington United Methodist Church officiated. Burial was at Maple Cemetery, Berlin.
a long illness. Born in New Britain, son of the late Salvatore and Mary (Mazzochi) Nappi, he has been a Kensington resident since 1965. A graduate of New Britain High School, class of 1942, he served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He was employed as an engineer and foreman for the Emhart Corporation in Berlin for 43 years until retiring in 1987. He was a member of Kensington Congregational Church; was a deacon, chairman of the Trustees, 30 year member of the choir and was a former sexton at the church. He is also a past member of Morning Star Masonic Lodge in Warehouse Point and was former president of the Non-Ferrous Foundryman’s Associa-
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Letters to the Editor
Commentary
$83,250,000 for the renovation and to authorize the issue for $83,250,000 in bonds. In case you missed it, the Town Council approved moving forward with this proposal. Unless someone invokes the provision in the Charter that allows a petition to be circulated with the intent of forcing this to referendum you will not get the opportunity to vote on this large expenditure. I walked away amazed that after all the planning and discussion over the past several years, when the public is finally presented a concrete proposal, suddenly there is a “burning platform” and a decision has to be made immediately. The “burning platform” — if we don’t move quickly on this, i.e. get our application into the state by June 30, there is a high probability that the level of state reimbursement will drop dramatically. My biased view, this is expertly executed to leave you out of the decision
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To the editor: To all Berlin Citizens, please accept my apologies for the error in my last letter to the editor (April 1). I stated the bond for the high school renovation project was $89 million. It is in fact $83 million. I apologize for my typographical error and thank the kind citizen who alerted me to my mistake. As always, I can be reached at kariinberlin@yahoo.com if you have any concerns. Kari Maier Drost
Voters should decide
To the editor: From my perspective, the key objectives of the April 6 Town and Town Council Meetings were to get the public to embrace the BOE’s proposal to do a full scale renovation of the current high school and to pass an ordinance to appropriate
process. After the town meeting outlining the high school renovation proposal, the Town Council then began its regularly scheduled Town Council meeting. One of the agenda items was to vote on the above mentioned ordinance and bonding action. My understanding is this is a prerequisite step in applying to the state for reimbursement. The first course of action was a motion to wave “Rule 7” in order to vote on the proposal that night Councilor Drost objected to waiving “Rule 7”, wanting to delay the vote until the Council had time to further discuss and potentially pare down the estimate and for her to talk to the constituency she represents. It was made quite clear by the Democrat members of the Council that there was not time to do as Kari suggested. The proposal was on the fast See Letters, page 23
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Thursday, April 15 Town Council, Town Hall Council Chambers, 7 p.m. Monday, April 19 Public Health Nursing Services VNA, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 21 Cemetery Committee, Town Hall Caucus Room A, 7 p.m. Police Commission, Berlin Police Station Conference Room. 6:30 p.m.
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By Adam Salina Special to The Citizen It is always nice to be able to communicate positive news regarding the future of our community and today it Salina is my great privilege to do so. On Tuesday, April 6, the Town Council met and unanimously voted to bond the funding necessary to address both the urgent and future needs faced by Berlin High School. These needs will be addressed through a “renovate as new” reconstruction project that will utilize the sound infrastructure of our current high school, but will create a completely renovated facility that will serve the community for decades to come. Moving forward with this project is a necessary and wonderful step forward that ensures that Berlin remains a top-notch town in which to live, do business, and most importantly, raise a family. Thank you to the many peo-
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ple who attended the public hearing on this issue and I hope that you and those who viewed it on television found the information presented to be informative. This “renovate as new” project is the result of much hard work completed over the last year by the volunteer members of the Public Building Commission, Board of Education and Town Council. As you know, this entire process began with a statement of need from the Board of Education demonstrating the need for a new high school. By Charter the Council was then charged with finding a site to locate a potential new school. However, a new level of urgency was placed on the town after the NEASC accreditation process put the high school on warning and the Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) conducted a surprise inspection, both of which placed immediate requirements on the town to correct facility deficiencies. In light of all these factors, the Public Building Commission (with input from architects, engineers, educational experts, etc…) reviewed similar projects in area towns, developed and deliberated the merits of several options, and determined that the “renovate as new” approach was the best option to bring forward to the Council. It is important to understand that “renovate as new”, just like building a new school, allows for state reimbursement whereas any partial renovation does not. Further, with this approach, not only will we not be delayed by the need to locate and purchase new land, but we will also not incur the cost of extensive site work to make that land suitable for school construction. Additionally, we will also be able to complete necessary accessibility
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A word about heroes There are a lot of folks who make contributions to the the well-being of our community every single day. Some of them are featured in this week’s edition; none of them were looking for any kind of glory. Since the word “hero” is overused, we didn’t go that route in telling you about them. But, none-the-less, their deeds are worthy of praise and recognition. These are people who make the world a better place, each in their own way, and this week you’ll read about them. There’s a teen who helped police break-up a crime ring. Town employees who’ve put in decades of service taking care of the town’s business day after day. There’s a Wellspring Church group called to serve in Haiti. There’s the Citizen of the Year who helped establish a community garden. And last, but far from least, there’s a true hero in the old-fashioned sense of the word. A young Connecticut National Guardsman who risked his own life when a innocent outing during the Gulf War turned into a nightmarish debacle. For his actions, Eric Gauvin received the Connecticut Medal of Valor, the state’s highest award for heroism; and the Soldier’s Medal, the Army’s highest non-combat award for heroism. All of these examples raise the bar and inspire us. — Olivia L. Lawrence
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modifications that are required by NEASC and OCR at the student utilized Sage Park athletic facilities Tuesday’s Council vote began a new phase in this process that calls for the citizens of Berlin to put aside our differences and come together, as the Town Council has, to see this project
through to its completion. For a number of reasons this is the best possible time to undertake a project of this magnitude which will benefit all of us, not just our students. Among these reasons are: historically low interest rates that our excellent bond rating allows us to take advantage of at this time; an extremely competitive bidding environment for construction contractors; and
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the opportunity to lock in our current state “school construction” reimbursement rate prior to the June 30, 2010 cutoff date (after which all information indicates it will be substantially reduced). In these challenging economic times Berlin is also lucky regarding the timing of the bonding process. Because it will take the next See Renovation, page 23
Representative Catherine Abercrombie (D-Berlin, Kensington and Meriden) at the state capitol on Autism Awareness Day.
Abercrombie hosts Autism Awareness Day at State Capitol Representative Catherine Abercrombie (D-Berlin, Kensington and Meriden) joined House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (DMeriden) and Senate Majority Leader Martin Looney (DNew Haven) in hosting celebrating Autism Awareness Day at the state capitol in Hartford. This year, Rep. Abercrombie is working on two autism related bills. One bill (HB 5425) requires local and re-
gional boards of education that currently offer applied behavioral analysis services to students on the autism spectrum whose individualized education plan requires such services to use certified staff to provide these services. Another bill (SB 477) gives employers a two-year tax credit equal to the amount of income paid to any one person who acts as a job coach for an employee with an autism spectrum disorder.
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The Central Connecticut Celiac Support Group has scheduled a chat group, Gluten Free 101, on Monday, April 26 at 6:45 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center. All persons with celiac disease and their family and friends are invited to attend. Come to gain information and alleviate the stress of living with the disease. For information, call Ann at (860) 378-2852, Carm at (860) 426-1980 or Nancy at (203) 634-0530.
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Continued from page 1 School, Taylor said his response to the situation was “commonsense.” At the time of the incident, Taylor didn’t answer the door, but took notice that the man was peeking through the window of the door into the house appearing to be scoping it out. The man pressed his hands up against the glass to block out sunlight as he looked through the glass. Taylor didn’t recognize the man and believed the suspicious person had seen him sitting on the living room couch. The man turned away suddenly and then quickly returned to a gray car parked in the driveway. Due to Taylor’s concern, that the man’s activity was criminal in nature, he wrote down the car’s license plate number and a full description of the man, information he later gave to police when
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Dear Parishioners and Friends: As the Bishops of the Catholic family of the State of Connecticut, we are requesting your immediate attention to House Bill 5473 which may be voted on in the General Assembly during the next week or two. This bill would retroactively eliminate the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related to allegations of child sexual abuse. Connecticut already has the longest retroactive statute in the United States - 30 years past the age of 18. Over the past several years in states that have even temporarily eliminated the statutes, it has caused the bankruptcy of at least seven dioceses. House Bill 5473 would make Connecticut the only State without a statute of limitations. This bill would put all Church institutions, including your parish, at risk. The nature of bankruptcy litigation puts all assets at risk, even if your parish has had no past incidents, reports or allegations of child abuse. That is why it is important for you to join other Catholics across Connecticut in opposing this legislation. And this is not simply about bankruptcy or the loss of property. Ultimately the legislation would undermine the mission of the Catholic Church in Connecticut, threatening our parishes, our schools, and our Catholic Charities.
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As you know, in addition to instituting a zero tolerance policy, we have compassionately reached out to victims and their families through counseling, prayerful apology and considerable financial settlements. We have also created one of the most effective child protection programs in the country, and we are constantly reviewing it for improvement. We have trained thousands of children and adults under our Safe Environments Program.
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It is important to understand that the claims which could be made under House Bill 5473 might be 50, 60, 70 years old or older. Most often, these claims would be driven by a small number of trial lawyers hoping to profit from these cases. They would be difficult to defend because key individuals are deceased, memories have faded, and documents and other evidence have been lost. How did this happen, you may ask? The latest attempt to change the statute of limitations is tied to a now deceased physician at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. While this legislation is aimed directly at this hospital, it also targets the Catholic Church across the state and has potentially disastrous fallout for all of us.
he called in the incident. A short time later, a burglary was reported in Taylor’s neighborhood in which a man and a car fitting that description were seen. Officers investigating that burglary were given the description provided by Taylor and were able to develop leads that led to the arrest of two suspects a short time later. The suspects eventually confessed to committing several burglaries in Berlin and other area towns and investigators recovered stolen property from their motel room. Other officials attending the ceremony were: Deputy Chief John Klett and police commissioners Bob Peters and Joe Annunziata. Taylor’s mother Tammy Bosse, his girlfriend Kellyn Goldberger, and his brother Tanner, 10, were also present. Mayor Adam Salina presented Taylor with a proclamation from the town lauding the teen’s actions.
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You will remember the now infamous Senate Bill 1098 last year, which was an attempt to restructure the governance of the Catholic Church. Your immediate and aggressive action against the bill helped defeat it. Once again, it is time to act and do so decisively. We are providing contact information for your representatives with this letter. Please take action today! This is our Church, your Church, and we love and cherish it. Please contact your State Senator and State Representative now and express your strong opposition to House Bill 5473 as soon as possible. Thank you as always and may you and your families be blessed every day.
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Berlin Garden Club – The Berlin Garden Club is scheduled to meet at the Bee and Hollyhock on Chamberlain Highway on Thursday, April 15 at noon. A program on planters will be presented. Bring a sandwich; dessert and coffee will be provided. Berlin SEPTA – The Berlin Special Education Parent Teacher Association is scheduled to meet Thursday, April 15 at 7 p.m. in the media center at Berlin High School. Julie Swanson is scheduled to speak. All are welcome. For more information, visit Berlinsepta.webs.com. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 24 meets Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the community center. Stop in or call Joe Tedone at (860) 828-0255. Boy Scouts – Boy Scout Troop 41, sponsored by Bethany Covenant Church, meet Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the church. For more information, call Scoutmaster Joe Greco at (860) 828-8579 or email joe@betterbooksltd.com. Decorating – The Class of 2010 All Night Graduating Party is scheduled to work on decorations Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Willard Elementary School
– A free mini-Hamfest is scheduled for Saturday, April 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Lentini Communications parking lot, 221 Christian Lane. For more information, call (860) 828-8005.
Pet Adoption Josie is a pudgy, exotic beauty! She is solid black and a polydactyl. Josie is sweet, affectionate, calm, and easy to care for since she is content and not active. Josie is good with children. She does not like dogs or other cats. Josie will be at the Pet Meet & Greet at A.S. Labieniec on Saturday, April 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. For more basement. All adults are welcome. For more information, call (860) 828-7425.
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Pet Meet & Greet Friends of Berlin Animal Control has scheduled a Meet & Greet for Saturday, April 17 from 1 to 3 at A.S. Labieniec, 945 Farmington Ave. Come meet the friendly, beautiful cats that are in need of loving, permanent homes. Please bring vet and/or personal references. FOBAC will also accept food donations and applications for new foster homes. For more information, call (860) 828-5287. Berlin Historical Society – The Berlin Historical Society, at the corner of Peck and Main streets, wel-
18 information about Josie or other animals available for adoption, call (860) 828-5287. comes all to the museum every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. View new displays of the Berlin trolley, street histories, the Leather Man and his caves along with the permanent collection of tin, bricks, toys and more. One of the best ways to be a part of Berlin’s 225th anniversary celebration is to visit the museum. Admission is free. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month and are open to the public. For more information, call (860) 828-5114. SVEA Social Club – The SVEA Social Club, 999 Kensington Rd., has scheduled a pot roast dinner for Saturday, April 17 at 5 p.m. Dinner includes pot roast, roasted potatoes and vegetables. Cash bar. For more information, call (860) 828-9447. The public is welcome. HAM Radio Swap Meet
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Amber Alert – The Kensington/Berlin Sunrise Rotary Club has scheduled an Amber Alert ID session for Sunday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at New Britain-Berlin Y’s Healthy Kid’s Day event at St. Paul School, 479 Alling St. Parents have the opportunity to have their children photographed and their description entered into the secure State Police database. The first card is free; a fee is charged for additional cards. For more information call Kate Fuechsel at (860) 829-1033 or Randy Lewis at (860) 680-2972.
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Pasta supper – American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, schedules an all-youcan-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 after 5 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. 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. For more information, call Ed Alicea, scoutmaster, (860) 828-8693.
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Club lacrosse team is out to make a point By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen
Boys lacrosse at Berlin High School earned club sport status this season. And that’s a big deal, as the move likely paves the way for a leap to junior varsity, and then varsity, competition. Until that time, Berlin coach Scott Rossi said his troops are focused on living up to their school’s rich athletic tradition. “The boys take their new status as an official BHS club seriously, and they wear the name ‘Redcoats’ on the back of their helmets with pride,” Rossi said. “They want to make their friends, family and coaches proud.
The Berlin High School girls track and field team opened its 2010 campaign with a 77-72 victory over Middletown. Berlin took first place in the 4x800 relay, the 100, 200, 400, 800, 1,600 and 3,200, and also finished tops in long jump, high jump and pole vault. Nikki Kureczka generated 20 points for the victors. The senior captain finished first in the 400 (61.8), 200 (26.4), 100 (12.9) and long jump (16feet-6.5). Kim Rasmussen had a big day as well. The senior captain bested the field in high jump (4-feet-10), and was second in long jump, triple jump and javelin. Sophomore Kaylene Sylvain was part of the winning 4x800 team and then went on to win the 1,600 (5:51) and the 3,200 (13:20). Other noteworthy performances came from sophomore Alex Carbonell and freshman Catherine Voelpel. Despite the hot conditions, the duo ran in four of the toughest events against Middletown. They were part of the 4x800 team, and then ran the 400, where Voelpel took second and Carbonell placed fourth, and the 800, where Carbonell finished first (2:41) and Voelpel was second. They finished the day
And I have little doubt that they will succeed in that endeavor. This is a group that looks hungry, and they will do whatever it takes to play the game well and help each other on the field.” Berlin has quite a bit of experience on its roster. Many Redcoats came up through the town’s youth program, and have played at the high school level since 2008. The past two years, BHS fielded an unofficial boys lacrosse club team and ran up a solid overall record of 14-10. The locals opened their 2010 season last week with a 6-5 victory over Bristol Eastern’s club team. Jeff Gotta was solid in goal for
Berlin. This is Gotta’s third season with the Redcoats. “He has made a lot of progress, and his quick feet and leadership skills on the defensive side of the ball are essential to our success,” said Rossi, who is assisted by Nicholas Fair. Jimmy Nolan and Conner Bernard dominated face-offs against Bristol Eastern. Nolan won 85 percent of face-offs in 2009. “In most games, we dominate possession of the ball as a result,” Rossi said. “He needs to be big again for us this season.” Brandon Ralph is a key newcomer for Berlin. A transfer from Northwest Catholic, Rossi said Ralph “will give us more experience on attack
‘Coats Notes by competing in the 4x400. “Running those four events on a day like we had is really tough, and not ideal, yet they were still able to get the results we needed,” BHS coach Steve Soucy said. “The points they got really were the difference. With such a small running team, we have most of our girls in three events each, and they really stuck it out.” Berlin’s other scorers included Heather Levak (first place in pole vault, 7-feet), Kate Piotrowicz (third place in discus, third place in shot put), Kendra Manthey (second place in the 300 hurdles) and Madison Tavarozzi (third place in the 200). As did its female counterpart, the Berlin High School boys track and field team topped Middletown in its season-opener. The Redcoats prevailed, 96-54. The victors were led by David Campagna, who had four first-place finishes on the day (4x100, 100, 200, long jump), and double-winners Nick DeLoia (javelin, shot put) and Mark Jolley (high jump, triple jump). In other action, Ryan Bisson placed first in pole vault, Steve Nelson bested the discus field, and Rick Lewandowski and Connor Hilbie easily won their distance races.
and midfield.” Rossi has high hopes for freshman Tyler Bouchard as well. Bouchard “gives us speed as a possible long stick midfielder on face-offs. He may, with time, develop into a key defensive player.” Rossi believes his team can make an impact this spring. “I expect this team to win a majority of their games,” he said. “As a club, we are not eligible to make the tournament, but our goal is to have a winning record and show people that Berlin has a men’s lacrosse program that shouldn’t be taken lightly. They are more than ready to take the next step as a junior varsity program.”
Solid start for ’Coats “The field events really came through for us again today,” BHS coach Rick Hanbury said. “Jolley was able to best Middletown’s top athletes in the jumps, and Nelson and DeLoia came through against Middletown’s experienced and talented throwers. We were just better than their best athletes today, and that makes a huge difference in the team score. Instead of, maybe, taking second or third, we get first and second or first and third — that’s an 8-12 point swing in the team score. That’s huge.” The Berlin High School girls golf team got off to an “unbelievable” start, according to coach Jim Barnes. The Lady Redcoats put up a 189 in their season opener and easily defeated Newington, which carded a 241. Berlin freshman Caroline D’Attilio was match medalist with a 46. Rounding out the Lady Redcoats’ slate were sophomore Emily Stickel (47), freshman Emily Deutsch (48), junior Alyssa Scheyd (48), and sophomore Victoria Fagan (51). “The combined score against Newington for Alyssa and Victoria, our Number 1 and 2 players, is, See ‘Coats, next page
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The Berlin High School baseball team is off to a 2-1 start. The Redcoats topped Tolland and Conard, and lost to New Britain. Pictured: Mike Cowperthwaite works a New Britain batter on Saturday.
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The Berlin High School indoor track and field team’s 4x800 relay, pictured, had an excellent season. The team, comprised of Alex Carbonell, Maggie Murphy, Catherine Voelpel and Kaylene Sylvain, finished second at the CIAC Class M state meet, and sixth at the Central Connecticut Conference championships. The foursome went on to place 13th at the State Open.
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formers from the east coast and beyond. Berlin’s Andrew Thurston competed in the 1,000 freestyle (10:00.69), the 500 freestyle (4:49.78), the 400 individual medley (4:19.53) and the 200 backstroke (2:04.88). Kevin Kozikowski competed in the 200 butterfly (1:58.64), the 100 butterfly (54.38), the 100 freestyle (50.73) and the 200 freestyle (1:50.05). Dan Klotz swam the 100 freestyle (49.95) and the 50 freestyle (22.85). “They certainly represented Berlin very well,” Berlin coach Eileen Thurston said. — Nick Carroll
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Berlin Little League Opening Day ceremonies will be held Sunday, April 18 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Bill Petit Complex. Business sponsorships are welcome. For more information, visit www.berlin-littleleague.com, or contact Kellie Tralli at (860) 302-9074.
The Timberlin Senior Men’s Golf Association has several openings for new members. Membership is available to retired Berlin residents age 60 and over. Players interested in joining may attend the Annual Membership Meeting. For more information, contact Rich Luddy, (860) 8285560 or Tony Taschner, (860) 828-1187. The TSMGA’s first tournament of the season, an ABCD scramble, will be held Monday, April 19.
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Berlin’s Women’s Softball 30-and-over league is looking for players. For more information, contact Laura at (860) 828-8721.
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The Berlin girls fifth grade travel basketball team ran up a record of 24-7 this past season. Comprising the team were, front row: Kamryn Sokolowski, Grace Reimer, Vanessa Reimer, Ashley Zapatka, Alyssa Mayer, Hannah Schulz and Eve Betterini. Back row: Coach Mario Boninsegna, Kara Boninsegna, Nina Damato, Coach Bill Mayer, Gabriella Vasi, Haley Hauptfeld, Alyssa Grant and Coach Ray Reimer.
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In January, Nick Galo (left) and Keith Casserino auditioned and earned places in the 2010 Connecticut Music Educators Association All State Band. On Saturday, they performed with the All State Band at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. Mark Bowling, band director at Berlin High School said “When a student earns a position in the All State Band it is a great accomplishment. Hundreds of students audition for a very few spots on that stage. Keith and Nick are great musicians and deserve to be counted among Connecticut’s best.”
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Five easy tips to prevent credit and identity theft By Elizabeth A. Reilly Special to The Citizen
Today’s fast-paced world of electronic convenience has made identity theft an ever-increasing problem. You probably know someone who this has happened to – it may have Reilly happened to you. It can be a nightmare –
and an expensive and time consuming one at that. There are simple actions you can take that can help to protect your identity and your credit rating: When you order checks, don’t use your full first or middle names. Instead, use your initials with your full last name. Who’s going to guess that “B” stands for “Barbara” or “Bertram” when attempting to forge your signature? Instead of using your home phone number on your checks, put your work num-
ber. In addition, if you have a P.O. box, use it for your address and never, ever publish your Social Security number on your checks. Make photocopies of every piece of identification you carry daily – and be sure to copy both sides. Keep the copies in a safe and handy place. If your wallet is ever stolen, all the information you’ll need — auto license and registration, credit card account numbers, and customer service hot lines, will be available to you in one place.
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option for townspeople to weigh-in (vote) on this decision was to force the issue to referendum. If you haven’t already heard, a petition is being circulated trying to force this to referendum. The group I represent, the Berlin Republican Town Council (BRTC) reluctantly supports this effort. I say reluctantly because we firmly believe that somewhere in the myriad of proposals there is a very workable solution for the Town of Berlin. You are only being presented one option, which happens to be the
Where are we headed? To the editor: Well, as I look out my window, times are a-changing. Mostly, not for my liking. The economy stinks. The cost of living in this glorified outhouse is causing me heartburn from eating pet food. I don’t know what to say anymore. I’d like to start shouting but I am so beat down from everything, I can just about, barely, whistle “Dixie”. But, I was thinking ...you know, when they gave me a plaque from my stay at Town Council, it had a dandy little gavel. Maybe, I should go
down and crack the non-believers a couple of times to try to get their thinking straight. The townspeople, including myself, need help. By the time you get down to qualifying for help, rain is coming in the cardboard box you are living in and chances are all you are going to get is a new piece of cardboard. It sure makes me think about the future and where we are all headed. I was also thinking about recent changes in town committee appointments. I am going to miss Mr. Rampone on the Veteran’s Council. Yes, he has been there for quite some time and yes, in some ways it is good to have
new members on these committees to let other people have a chance to share their ideas. Any veteran should be able to live a full life after serving his country. Now, the way things are going, it is hard to say even if they will come home in one piece (above the ground). As a proud member of the VFW, I have always made firewood available to supplement heating and will always continue to do so. Certainly, if any financially challenged person has a cold house and a wood stove, give me a call and bring your work gloves. I feel it is the least I can do.
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proach to spending and who has initiated petitions for referendum votes in the past, said he was “50-50” as to whether or not to go forward with a petition for referendum. However, April 9, Kilian pulled a petition at the Town Clerk’s office. He needs to obtain 395 signatures and sub-
mit it to the town clerk for verification by April 21. Proponents of the existing plan said there has never been a better time to borrow money and contract construction projects. Furthermore, the state reimbursement rate is likely to go down after June 30. With the current rate, the net cost to the town will be $58.5 million. Former Berlin Superintendent of Schools Richard Paskiewicz said this is “a
plan that will serve our needs…it’s long overdue.” BHS Principal George Synnott said this is “a comprehensive plan that replies on the input of educators…there is an urgency in all of this.” The plan will add 50,000 square feet to the high school, bring it up to code and rebuild every aspect of the facility. Construction is expected to take three years, from the time of state approval of the application, and the building will remain open during the project. Mayor Adam Salina said the dollar amount represented an attempt “to put it all in there” as the town can only apply for funds once a year. In this way, there will be ade-
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cheap way to do this….inaction has its cost…wait ’til you see the cost if we lose accreditation.” After the public hearing, Republican and Democrat counselors vigorously discussed the timing and cost of the project as well as the flow of information to the public. Councilor David Evans asked how the council could be certain that the reimbursement rate was going to go down. Karen Maier Drost said more time was needed to get information out to residents and get their feedback. Councilor Steve Morelli disagreed with Evan’s concern. “If you want to gamble, go to the Sun — don’t gamble with Berlin’s future…I’m not willing to roll the dice on that.” Before the votes, Councilor David Evans called a caucus for Republican councilors: himself and Drost. When they returned for the vote, Drost and Evans agreed to move ahead with the project.
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Vet Continued from page 3 ing there shaking, bleeding with a sucking chest wound. He didn’t have his firstaid kit with him and he couldn’t visit the medical unit in full combat gear. “So I took my hand and tried to make a seal on her chest. I saw people coming now, and I said, ‘Help me! My truck’s right outside. Help me bring her to my truck.’ So I kept my hand on her chest, and we brought her to the truck. There was somebody in the truck, so I took his hand and put it on the girl. I said, ‘Keep your hand there.’ More people were in the tent and Gauvin went back in — at least five times. He found victims with shrapnel wounds, people in shock, people bleeding, people with limbs nearly blown off. “I heard people saying that we got attacked,” Gauvin said, explaining that the unit then set up a perimeter. “We didn’t have what we needed to defend ourselves but my guys were ready to do anything they could.” Then, he discovered the medical unit hadn’t been attacked. A mine had caused the explosion. Members of the medical company had unknowingly picked up anti-personnel mines as souvenirs. “They didn’t know what they were, and they were playing with them,” Gauvin explained. The mines look like a bell at the front desk of a hotel lobby. “When you touch the top of the bell, that’s the pressure switch. When you let off, it explodes.” Gauvin realized the danger of the situation. In the tent there were mines “all over the place.” He informed the company commander and arrangements were made to get an ordinance disposal team on the scene. Amnesty was given for the medical personnel amid concern that someone might hide ordinance for fear of punishment. Gauvin admits he’s still angry about the incident. “The medical company knew all their medical stuff, but they weren’t trained in basic soldiering. They wanted souvenirs…I can never get the screams out of my head.” Gauvin later received: the Connecticut Medal of Valor, the state’s highest award for heroism; and the Soldier’s Medal, the Army’s highest non-combat award for heroism.
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FORD ESCORT SE 1998 4 Door. Automatic. 4 Cylinder. 152,898 mi. #DR904 $2,488 BUY HERE - PAY HERE! (203) 269-1106
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CHEVY Blazer 1999 4x4 Excellent. $2950. MAZDA Protege 2003 Super! $3950 DODGE Caravan 1997 Loaded, clean. $1975. (203) 213-1142
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HONDA Accord EX 2003 V6 105K, Automatic, Loaded, Cruise, Alloys, Pwr Locks, Pwr Windows, Pwr Mirrors, Sun Roof, Leather Seats, Pwr Seats, Heated Seats and more. Clean Car Fax #581 $9,995.00 (203) 634-7878
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TRUCKS & VANS
SUZUKI Quad LTZ 250 2005 Low hours. Like new. $2400 or best offer. SUZUKI 125L 2004 Dirt bike- Just like new. $1700 or best offer. Call (203) 887-2173
TOYOTA Avalon XL 2000 - 64K miles, mint condition. $8000. Call (203) 237-7594
MAXIMA 2000 pearl white 64,000 mi, mint cond. Asking $7500. (203) 537-2425
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ROBERTS CHRYSLER DODGE Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles. 120 So. Broad St, Meriden, CT 203-235-1111
YAMAHA V-Star midnight Custom 2007 650cc Cruiser. Excellent. Black Original owner. Pro carb jetted 1650 miles!! $4500 firm. Call 860-859-2217
AUTO PARTS TOYOTA Avalon XLS 2002 V6, 116K. One Owner, Loaded. Automatic, Leather Seats, Heated Seats, CD & Cassette, Pwr Locks, Pwr Windows, Sunroof, Alloys, CC. #573 $9,995.00 (203) 634-7878
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SUV’S
Call (203) 631-0800 or 203-630-2510 JEEP 15” Alloy rims with tires. $500 or best offer. Call (203) 265-6166
SUBARU IMPREZA 2006 4 door sedan. 4 cylinder, 2.5 L. 5 speed manual. 26 MPG Hwy. 47,440 mi #P1625 $12,995 (203) 949-1104
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES DINING ROOM SET - Maple table w/2 leaves, pads, 4 chairs, full size hutch. $300. (860) 351-5452.
SWORDS Helmets, Daggers, Fighting Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.
GE SPACE MAKER Laundry Apt. size washer and dryer. Very good condition. 110V. Fits in closet. $300 or best offer 203238-9040
MAYTAG Washer & dryer, $200. Solid oak bunk beds. $250. Entertainment Center $100. Must Sell! Call (203) 214-6160 REFRIGERATOR- Maytag. 5 years old. Like new! 18.5 cubic feet. White. $350. 860-828-5335 REFRIGERATOR-G.E. black Like new. Asking $600 Call 203-235-3960
VOLVO S60 2.5T 2004 72K, One Owner. All Service done by dealer. Automatic, Loaded - Sunroof, Alloys, Cruise, Leather Heated Seats, Pwr Seats, Pwr Locks, Pwr Windows, Pwr Mirrors and more. #582 $10,500 (203) 634-7878
29’ 2002 Forest River Bunkhouse Sleeps 6-8. $9,500. Please call 203-996-6920
BOATS & MOTORS SEA HUNT 20Ft Center Console 2004. 140HP, 4 Stroke Johnson with trailer, In Mint Condition. Great Fishing Boat! Please Call 203-265-0466
PETS & LIVESTOCK
ROCKING Chair- Scroll, beautiful hardwood. $50. Wood step ladder, 5 ft. $20. Both excellent condition. Call 203-237-6807
SMALLER solid maple hutch. Great condition. $100. (4) old oak highback dining chairs w/hipsters, fabric inserts on seats, $100. Antique oak child’s rocker w/caned seat, $50. Call 203-237-0348
203-238-3308 SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS HOT TUB 6 person, 35 jets, 3 pumps w/all options, full warr, NEW in wrapper cost $7000 sell $3800 203.988.9915
MERCURY Mountaineer 2005 AWD 4.6L V8, Loaded. 45K. Black & Grey 2 tone int. Heated pwr seats, 6 Disk in-dash CD. Heated Mirrors. 3rd row seats. Mint. $14,900. (203) 980-7616
TV 13 inch color with remote, $25. Metal Step ladder, 64” high. $15. Both Good condition. (203) 237-6807
VW Jetta 2007 #23236B 100% Guaranteed Loan Approval Apply Now BChevynow.com 203-232-2600 Darrell
TOYOTA 2006 RAV4, 1 owner, power windows/door/lock, A/C, keyless entry w/ remote car starter, 4 cyl, auto, 43K mi, exc cond, $13,500. Call 203537-4265.
AUTOMOBILES WANTED
TRUCKS & VANS
SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i 2007 4 Wheel Wagon, Auto. AWD. 40,598 mi #P1617A $17,995 (203) 949-1104 DODGE Caravan SE 1999 Green 5 Door 7 Passenger Automatic Tinted and power windows Excellent condition. 107,616 mi Asking $2,900. 860-798-6372
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CLEAN Will Deliver (203) 284-8986 BOXER PUPPIES, parents on premises-PUREBRED REGISTERED, 1st shots complete, tails docked, 203-850-1584. BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Yorkie-Chu, Cane Corso, Boston Terrier, Dachsunds, Malti-Poo, Yorkie-Poo. $350+. 860-930-4001 FOR SALE 7 mo old male, 8 lbs Aussiepoo, papers and chip, $400. Also, 6 yr old black Lab, super friendly, quiet, $100. Call Tricia (203) 639-1162 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY Female, 4 mos. Rare German working lines. Dad is large boned, 100+ lbs. AKC. Up to date on shots. Nice take home puppy pack. Ready Now! Serious inquiries. $900. 860-655-0889 or ACH442403@yahoo.com
WHITE Bedrm set, includes twin bed, dresser w/mirror, nightstand & desk with hutch. $350 or best. Please call 860-324-3574
CLOTHING FLOOR TO CEILING CLOTHES RACK, 32 INCH. $25. 203-2657186
FOR RENT
WALLINGFORD 1 bdrm. Condo @ Hillside Terrace Heat,Hot water included in rent. $900.00 203-530-9854 WLFD- Judd Square- 1BR, clean, CA. $700. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904 WLFD- Judd Square- 2BR. No pets. $950. Call Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
WANTED TO BUY
1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.
203-238-3499 1 item to entire estate! Antiques ● Collectibles Costume Jewelry ● Furniture Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9-5. 203-284-3786 or 203-379-8731
1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-639-8751 1, 2, 3 & 4BR Apts avail. Meriden, New Britain & Bristol. Call (203) 440-3120 or apply at 1079 Broad St, Meriden. BERLIN-1 BR. Heat & HW incl. All appls, Washer, lg yd, park. $750. 860-828-8114
Flanders West Apts Southington
Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711
Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY
DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.
203-235-8431
SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH LEATHER CHAPS & Vest, Motorcycle boots (size 10.5) All for $125. Call 860-505-7758, Barbara
PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144
1950 - 1970 Baseball Card Collection 1950 Beckett Grading Cards. Complete sets. Wax packs. Call (203) 686-0372
HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - 3 & 4BR apts From $950 + sec. & utils. 203-938-3789 MERIDEN Lovely 4rm 1BR 2nd flr apt. FP in LR, dining area, galley kit & 1c det gar. Broad St., wood floors. $750/mo. Sec & refs req. NO PETS. Kathy (203) 235-3300
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 PIANO - Kimball upright. Good condition. $250. Berlin area. Call 860-573-3428
Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
PUG/Mini Collie (Pollies) Pups Great temperament and personality. 8 weeks old. $399. (203) 715-5681
CONDOMINIUMS
Especially Napier 203-464-0477
Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators & Stoves
SUBARU LEGACY 2.5I 2009 Special Edition 4 Door. AWD. 4 cyl. 2.5. Auto. 31,293 mi #P1603 $15,995 (203) 949-1104
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
$ ALWAYS BUYING! $ CAMPER & TRAILERS
CHEVY Tahoe 2006 #3339B 100% Guaranteed Loan Approval Apply Now BChevynow.com 203-232-7939 Juan
SUBARU LEGACY 2.5I 2008 4 door sedan AWD. 4 cylinder, 2.5 L. Auto. 26 MPG Highway. 62,690 mi #P1614A $13,995 (203) 949-1104
MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.
Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295
HOUSES FOR RENT MERIDEN-4BR, appls incld w/dishwasher. Good condtion. Off-st-parking. W/D hkup. $1650/mo. Call 203-634-1881
MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. 2RMS 1st flr, $200/wk+sec. 1BR, 1st fl, $210/wk+sec. 203-630-3823, 128pm www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 45 S 2nd St. Totally remodeled 2 BR, 2nd fl, hdwd flrs, heat, appls, storage, balcony. New windows. Sec 8 approved. $850. 203-841-7591 MERIDEN - WALLINGFORD LINE Large, 2BR Luxury condo. Laundry. $850 + utilities. No pets. Call 203-245-9493. MERIDEN 1 bdrm. Plus utilities. Off-street parking. $600 (203)270-5501 MERIDEN 1 BR, 3 Rooms, 3rd floor. Stove & refrigerator included. Off street parking. W/D hkup. $600 + dep. Call 203-605-5691
MERIDEN 1BR
FOR RENT
Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, sec & refs. No pets. (203) 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 2 Bedrm, Many Updates, No pets, Off St Parking, Heat/Hot Water Included, Credit Check Required. $975 Mo + Sec. 203-631-6057
MERIDEN -Crown St. Studio, secure bldg.,off st. parking, heat and hot water incl.,1 mo sec., $650/mo. 203-317-9638.
1 BR Apts & Studios
MERIDEN- 1BR, East side, near I-91 & Rte 15. $675+utils & Sec. (203) 671-6506
$595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016
SOUTHINGTON. Spacious 3 BR in quiet, private area. Pets allowed. $1100. (860) 628-8224
CONDOMINIUMS
MERIDEN 32 Cook Avenue
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BUSINESSES & SERVICES ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED A & A Lawn Care-Cuts, hedge trimming, dumpster rental, tree shrub, debris removal, #584101. Free estimates. Jim 203-237-6638
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service
SMALL JOBS WELCOME
203-237-2122 EXCAVATING
IF YOU MENTION THIS AD Clean Estates, home, attic, bsmt, gar, yd. Free estimate. Spring C/U. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 GARY wodatch Debris removal of any kind. Homeowner’s, contractor’s, small dumpsters avail. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430
K & A ENTERPRISES Water & sewer lines, inground tank removal, drainage, grading, additions, pavers. Insured. Reg# 571435 203-379-0193
GUTTERS
GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY
ATTORNEYS
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HANDYPERSONS
ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR Roofs, decks, windows, doors siding, flrs, sheetrock. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837 203-592-1148 SCOTT SHOP Handyman Service “Honey-Do List Specialist” Mowing, Roto, Home & Yard Maintenance, Painting, Small Repairs, etc. (203) 715-2951 CT #839824
Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins
203-237-4124 an LLC co. A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. GIVE us a call, we do it ALL. Free est. 203-631-1325
CARPENTRY ADDITIONS Decks, Garages Finish basement, complete home improvement & repairs. Free est. 203-238-1449 CT# 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880
HEATING & COOLING
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
LANDSCAPING
Home Doctor
Quality Landscaping, LLC
All Carpentry, custom home building to repairs. You name we do it. Since 1949 family run. #573358. 203-639-8389
Spring clean-ups, Property & Lawn Maintenance, landscaping, stone work. Jim. CT Reg #620306 WWW.QLSLLC.COM 203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118
O’CONNOR ROOFING 203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521 J. BOOBER CONSTRUCTION Additions, garages, remodeling, kitchens, bathrms, basements, decks, sunrooms. Lic’d & Ins’d. 203-265-0730 CT. Reg. #572880 WOJCIK H.I. - For all your interior & exterior remodeling needs. Quality Workmanship. (203) 823-8800 CT Reg# 619082
HEDGE TRIMMING No Hedge/shrub too big, small or tall. Fully Ins. Free estimates. Quality Landscaping, LLC. WWW.QLSLLC.COM Jim 203-537-2588 or 860-349-2118
HOUSE CLEANING Lawn Care ●Junk/Debris Removal ● Mulch ● General Cleanups ● Light Hauling ● Power Washing. Will beat your current price! No job too big or small!! 203-410-3328 SPRING CLEAN-UPS & LAWN CARE Now accepting new accounts. Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg. #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789 PERENNIAL Lawn care, year round property maintenance. Spring clean ups, fertilizing, mowing. Call (860) 538-3847. Bill Rudolph Landscaping Cert inst-walls, walkways, patios, paver sealing, landscape design, waterscapes, edging, mulch, stone, drainage & backhoe work. Free est. #563661. 203-237-9577
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For gutter cleaning, call Kevin at (203) 440-3279 Fully insured. CT Reg. #569127.
Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887 HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed. JUNK REMOVAL- Estates, House cleanouts, garages, attics, yards, basements. Sr. Discounts. You point, we take! Lowest price guaranteed! Don 203-235-1318
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CLEANING SERVICE One Time Free Cleaning for new clients only. I’ll clean your house or office with a sparkle. Polish /English speaking. Bonded, ins. Free est. Anna (860) 299-6611 POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885
JUNK REMOVAL PETE IN THE PICKUP For All Your Junk Removal Needs 203-886-5110 JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, homes, attics, basements, gar, yd. Spring C/U, Landscaping. Free estimates. 203-535-9817/860-575-8218 10% off if you mention this ad
KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING
C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
LANDSCAPING A & A Lawn Care-Spring cleanups, hedge trimming, tree, shrub, debris removal #584101 Free estimates. Jim 203-2376638 STUMP GRINDING Multiple stump discounts. Fully insured. Call Mark at Eagle Stump Grinding 203-704-0821
25% OFF Lawn Mowing. Free est. Your complete satisfaction is our only goal. Ron Marchetti, locally owned & operated. Call 860280-8706; 860-828-1636. LANDSCAPING AND MORE SPRING CLEANUPS Dump Runs, Mowing, Rototilling and More. Great rates!! 860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511 WALTER’S LANDSCAPING Mowing, Clean-ups, Hedge Trimming & more. New clients welcome. Comm/Res. Free est. 203-619-2877 or 203-440-4421 JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Spring clean-ups, Lawn cutting Top Quality Work. Comm/ Resid. Licensed & insured. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311 LAWN mowing, Spring clean-ups, hedge trimming, brush, shrub pricker & tree removal. Gutters cleaned, Junk Removal. Free written est. Don 203-235-1318
DECKS MATTSON Home Improvement Affordable, quality decks. Free estimates. Insured. CT Reg 581924. (203) 631-7459
DUMPSTERS
15 yard roll-off Dumpsters $350 20 yard roll-off Dumpsters $450 203-537-0360 www.EmpireLLC.biz
MOWING
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
QUALITY Work-Reasonable Rates Complete home services. Electric, plumbing, kitchens, baths, etc. (203) 376-7532 CT Reg# 616307.
INTEGRATED LAWN & LAND SERVICES, LLC Spring Special! Free power washing with a full service lawn maintenace program 203-537-7060 CT #61548 A KYLE LANDSCAPING Affordable lawn care in Meriden/ Wlfd. Insured. CT Reg #622733. Call for est (860) 637-7294 JM LAWNCARE We Beat All Estimates Lawn mowing, trimming. Call for free est 860-796-8168
RICK’S AFFORDABLE Comm/resid Mowing. Spring clean-ups, brush, tree & pricker removal. Parking lot sweeping. 11 yrs exp. 203-530-4447.
LAWN & GARDEN ROTOTILLING Garden Bill with Troy Bilt. No garden too small. (203) 294-1160
POWER WASHING
ORTIZ ROOFING & SIDING Fully insured & licensed. Sr. discount. CT Reg #611774. 203-935-6213
A-1 Quality Powerwashing HOT WATER, LOW RATES Call Dennis 203-630-0008
MASONRY PAUL’S MASONRY - New & Repairs. Stone walls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplace. Free est. #614863. 203-706-9281 Bill Rudolph Contractor Cert inst-walls, walkways, patios, paver sealing, drainage & backhoe work. Free est. #563661. 203-237-9577 JIMMY’S MASONRY Stonewalls, steps, patios, chimneys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 26 yrs exp. Call for free est. 860-2744893 CT. Reg. #604498 W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry. Call 203-235-4139 Ct. Reg.# 0626708 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. 203-935-6213
PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING
POWER WASHING Is Spring cleaning
Specializing in Wood/Aluminum siding. Low rates. Reg#533474. Call Dennis 203-630-0008 L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789
PAVING STEVENS PAVING - All asphalt maintenance. Sealing & crack fillling. Comm & Resid. 10% Spring discount. No job to big or small. work guaranteed! Ct Reg #625979 860-816-2020
D & G PAVING Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058
PLUMBING DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1
SIDING
On the outside. FREE ESTIMATES. Call Kevin 203-440-3279
FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.
203-237-0350 CT Reg. #516790
HOUSE Wash/Pressure Washing Deck Restoration & Refinishing Lic, Ins. Certified 203-675-8710 or 860-267-4843 CT #0616406
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Roofs R Us New/repairs/rubber/siding utters, remodeling. Since 1949 family run. #573358. Call 203-639-8389 2
203-269-3559 New Roofs, Reroofs, Tearoffs lic#565514 www.EmpireLLC.biz
FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790
C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488
Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins
203-237-4124 an LLC co O’CONNOR ROOFING 203-639-0231 Lic. & ins. Free est. Work performed by owner. CT Reg #602521
Fahey Plumbing & Heating
203-235-1383 $1000 OFF lowest estimate for April/May signings.
203-284-0137 Reg #558927
Gonzalez Construction ★★★★★★★★
Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling. OTHERS Wash - We Clean! Gutter black lines, green mold, black mildew, dirt, grease, grime gone! 203-631-3777 or 860-839-1000 thepowerwashingkings.com
Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.
203-639-0032 Fully licensed/insured. CT Reg.# 577319
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LAWN & GARDEN LAWN Mowing. Weekly, biweekly, monthly. You decide. Please call (203) 630-2152 ALLEGRO Professional Services, LLC. Lawn care, cutting, trimming, seasonal cleanups, etc. Affordable, insured, reliable. 203-687-1347
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BEAUTIFUL FARM FRESH Screened Top Soil. Fill, Sand & Stone, Mulch. Picked up or delivered. No minimum. Cariati Developers, Inc. 860-681-3991
HAZELWOOD EXCAVATING Dry farm screened topsoil and colored mulch.
203-269-0135 TREE SERVICES
1st Run TREE CUTTING, Stump Grinding, Wood Chipping, Bucket work, Fully Insured, Free Estimates. Call anytime 860-628-8830 GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430 YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159 LANDSCAPING AND MORE Tree Removal & much more. Shrub & hedge trimming. Give us a call - we do it all! 860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511
LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE IN BUSINESS 29 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775
PRICKER REMOVAL RICK’S AFFORDABLE Spring clean-ups, hedge trim, brush, tree, pricker & underbrush removal. No job too big or small. 11 yrs exp. 203-5304447.
30 APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 433 Center Street 3 BRs, 2nd floor. Off street parking. No pets. $900 + sec. Section 8 Approved. (203) 213-9896 MERIDEN 58 South Avenue 2 BR. 2nd Fl. Asking $1150. Utilities & appliances included. Section 8 Approved. (203) 440-3722 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
The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, April 15, 2010 APARTMENTS FOR RENT SOUTHINGTON EFFICIENCY First Floor. Near The Hospital of Central Ct. Utilities not included. References & security deposit required. 860-621-2693 WALLINGFORD - Choate area 2nd flr, LR, DR, kitc,. 2BRs, garage. $1100/mo. Heat included. Sec., refs. Looking for long term tenant. (203) 269-2575 WALLINGFORD 1 bedroom Apt. Judd Square. Central Air. No Pets. $725/mo. Call 203-265-3718
ROOMS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD Furn Bedroom Full size bed, private bath & entrance. All new! Off Street parking. All utilities + cable TV. Washer, dryer. On bus line. No smoking. All bedding & towels incl. $155/wk + 2 wks security. 203-626-5786
HOUSES FOR SALE
HOUSES FOR SALE
MERIDEN “New Listing” $179,900 Tastefully remodeled 4BR brick Cape. Newer roof, windows, kitchen and bath. Updated electric and CAIR. Oversized garage w/workshop and spacious loft. Home office possibility.
WALLINGFORD Take advantage of the tax credit w/this lovely 7rm, 3BR, 2b Raised Ranch. Fresh paint, FP in FR in LL, 2 sliders, one to deck and one in LL, gar & more. Great curb appeal $299,000! Kathy 203-265-5618
Pay for a 1 Bedroom and Move into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751
80 East Main St. Small Studios - $450 Lg Studios $500 2 BR $650 Property Max 203-843-8006 MERIDEN- 1BR Spring Special $650/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 Offer ends April 30th
MERIDEN- 1BR, 1406 Hanover Ave. With appls, parking & laundry. No pets. 1 yr lease. 1.5 month security. $675/mo. 203265-7094 MERIDEN- 2nd flr, newly remodeled, lg. 6 rms, 2BR, incl. add’l 3rd flr. Fridge, stove, microwave, DW, W & D in apt. Hdwd flrs, lg. yard, off st. parking. Dead end st. $1200 + utils. 2 mos. sec. dep. Refs. Credit check. (203) 314-9825 MERIDEN- 3BR apt for rent. 213 Camp Street 917-833-3478 or 516-263-3569 MERIDEN- 3BR, lg. yard, deck, jacuzzi tub & skylights, w/d hookup. No pets. $900/mo. 2 mos. sec. (203) 464-3083 MERIDEN- Hubbard Park 1-2 BR, Central Air/Heat. 775 W. Main St. $850-$950 mo. Section 8 approved. Call Chino 203-907-9276 or 203-296-4975 MERIDEN- Studio apt $500, 1BR apt $600. 530 East Main St. Call Mike (646) 642-4334 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. 1 rm Studio apt $575/mo includes heat & electric. downtown on bus line, no pets. Call (203) 982-3042 MERIDEN. EAST SIDE - Great 2BR, 3rd floor, great location, must be seen, separate heat, hot water & elec, safe off st park. No pets. $775/mo + dep. Section 8 appr’d. 203-537-1730. MERIDEN. NEW 3rd flr, 3 BR apt, off st parking. 91 Lincoln St. $1200. 203-927-8215
SENIORS 62 PLUS More than a rental, a lifestyle • One BR SUITES • One & Two BR COTTAGES • Immediate Availability • Affordable monthly rates • No buy in • No lease • Pet friendly Call for appointment or info 203-237-8815 360 Broad Street, Meriden www.millercommunity.org SOUTHINGTON - 1 1/2 RM Efficiency, near I-84 $135/wk. Incld heat & HW, A/C, appl’s. Sec dep & refs req 860-620-0025
WALLINGFORD 2 bdrm. 2nd FL. $900 Remodeled, Parking, Laundry. Dep, Ref, Credit Check. No Smoking/Pets. 203992-7133
WLFD $149,900-Handyman special; 2 family w/store front, possible 3 family house. Some remodeling done, separate utilities. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618
WALLINGFORD 2BR, 1 1/2 bath. Large, Immaculate, modern, secure unit in the Town Center. Fully applianced kitchen, Central Air, w/w carpet. Off-st Parking $1,095. Lease. Sec. No pets. 203-214-8819 WALLINGFORD 5 ROOMS Water, trash pickup. Appliances. W/D hookup. No pets. No smoking. $850. 2 mo sec. (203) 265-4923 WALLINGFORD-1st floor, large 2BR with character. Choate area. HW floors, front porch, off-st-parking. $1125+utils & sec. Call 203-671-0209 WALLINGFORD-1st flr, 2BR, remodeled, glass porch, $900/mo. 3rd FL 4 Sm Rms Sec. $650/mo. No pets. Credit ck. Owner/Agent. 203-269-7348 WALLINGFORD-2BR w/office. New carpet & paint. All appls incld washer & dryer, off-stparking Near center of town. $1150/mo + sec. 203-623-8246 WALLINGFORD. Avail North Main Street Victorian. 3RMs, 1BR. 3rd Fl. $750 + utilites. 2BR, 2nd flr, $985 + utilities. No smoking, no pets. Call 203-269-5973.
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-4 MERIDEN- 160 Midland Dr. NEW TO MARKET. $294,500. 1730 sq ft 6 room cape. Completely remodeled. Eat in kit, DR, LR, 3BR, 2fba, additional 310SF in finished bsmt FR. 2car gar. Deck. Call 203-440-9201. Dir: Paddock to Tankwood to Midland
WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770
ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN $100 per week. Fully furnished BR, Kit & LR. All utils & cable TV incld. Washer & dryer on site. No drugs or alcohol. Please Call 203-379-5125 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 Clean, Safe Room. 203-634-8084 Utilities & fridge included. Share kitchen /bath. $135 per week plus security. MERIDEN. Room for rent, all util, share kit, bath & LR. Washer & dryer, off st parking. $125/week. 2 wks sec. (203) 605-8591
NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333
ASSEMBLY - Must be able to work to engineering orders, read blueprints, use hand tools. Enthusiastic hard worker with stable work history. Permanent $14. Send resume to mweiner@armazzotta.com
MERIDEN “Well Maintained Ranch” located on cul-de-sac offers inlaw, 2FP, HWF, updated kit w/newer appl, recently replc’d roof, siding, windows & ext doors suitable for any style. $229,900.
Vicki (203) 235-3300 MERIDEN $369,900 Better than new construction! Gorgeous 45BR, 3 full bath Colonial. Spacious rooms, HW and wide planked pegged flooring. Remodeled throughout. Oversized heated 2 car garage. Linda 203-235-3300
WALLINGFORD Immaculate 3BR Split with LR & FP, form DR, galley kit with breakfast bar, lower lev FR with wet bar, 2full baths, lg deck to 27’ above ground pool & CAIR! Reduced $299,000. Kathy 203-265-5618
MERIDEN Diamond Hill area, 2 BR, 2 1/2 baths Townhouse End unit overlooking woods. 1600 sq ft. SS Appliances, 1-car garage, Fireplace, vaulted ceilings in bedrooms, 4 season room, HW/tile floors. $189,900. Low condo fees. Oowners motivated! 203-815-6152 or elscatdog@cox.net
SOUTHINGTON BY OWNER IN JENSEN 55+ COMMUNITY. CUSTOM 1656 SF 2 YR NEW RANCH IN MOVE-IN CONDITION WITH 3BRS, 2 FULL BATHS, SPACIOUS LR, DR, KITCHEN, C-AIR, DECK, DOUBLE CARPORT AND STORAGE. ON-SITE POOL & CLUBHOUSE. AVAIL. IMMED. 860-479-9097
TEMPORARY DRIVER You will be employed and paid by a staffing agency while on temporary assignment to FedEx Home Delivery. It’s extra cash and a chance to work with an industry leader. You will be supplied with a truck and everything you need to pick up and deliver our customer’s packages. Qualifications: ● 21 years or older ● Clean driving record ● Drug screen, background checks and physical required ● Customer Service skills ● No equipment necessary ● Minimum of six months experience driving a like-sized commercial vehicle within the last three years is required. ● One year commercial driving experience strongly preferred
HELP WANTED
Wallingford - 6 Southside Dr For sale by owner. Split level situated on nice treed lot located with easy access to I-91. 3BR, 1 bath, 1 car garage, new furnace & HWH, hardwood flrs, newer appliances, deck and full basement. Exit 13, I-91 to right onto Rt. 5 to Northfield Rd. to Southside Dr. $237,000 with $5,000 rebate for new windows. 203-265-0209
MERIDEN $164,900 2 fam 3 car garage. Some updating, clean and ready to go. Poss sub-div with city approval by buyer. Don’t miss out. Call P. Lane 203235-3300
HELP WANTED DRIVER Fatten your wallet If you’ve got the drive, we’ve got the opportunity.
SOUTHINGTON Condo for sale by owner. 2 BR, 1 1/2 baths. Georgetown Condominiums. $173,000. (860) 919-6263 MERIDEN $179,900 Beautiful 4BR brick Cape. Remodeled kitchen and bath, updated roof, windows and electric. HW floors, FP and CAIR. Oversized garage w/workshop and walk-up loft. Centrally located. Linda 203-235-3300
WALLINGFORD 2 BR in apartment complex.WD Hookup. Carpet, hardwood & vinyl floors. $1200 /mo. Plus Utilities. Call Grace (203) 464-8066.
CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE
MERIDEN L/R, Eat in kit. Mstrsuite w/jacuzzi, skylights, deck. Xtra lge bdrm, full bath, wlk in clst, deck. Lg bdrm wlk in clst. Fencd yd, Det. garge. Quiet nbrhd, clse to school & pks.$200,000. 203-395-3294
Linda (203) 235-3300
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MERIDEN 2 bdrm., 1 1/2 baths in desirable Windingbrook. Garage, finished basement, walk up attic, f/p, deck. This private community offers pool, clubhouse, tennis, basketball, putting green, individual garden plots. $189,900. Call 203506-1583
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If you can’t find it in Marketplace, it’s not for sale.
AUTO PARTS COUNTERPERSONParts exp. required for busy NAPA store. Potential to earn over 40K. Profit sharing & health benefits Call Don 203-272-3704 weekdays. A.M. only. AUTO. Due to an increase in business, Roberts Chrysler Dodge needs to fill the following positions: 1) Greeter/ phone receptionist 2) Parts Counterperson 3) Service Advisor 4) Accounts payable/ receivable Apply in person to: Jim Sperrazza 120 So. Broad St Meriden CLEANING SUPERVISOR - Hartford area. Must speak English & have Exp. $11 per Hr. 7am2pm M-F & most Wknds. Call Fernando at 203-631-2836 DATA ENTRY-Full-time. Seeking individual with excellent computer skills. Ability to work with speed & accuracy. Must have great attention to detail. Responsibilities include data input, maintaining reports, answering phones. $10-$12/hr 401K, health benefits. Call Christina 203-651-6019
DQ Is looking for smiling faces to be cashiers/ice cream makers. Days, 11-5, Nights 5-close. Cooks needed same shifts. Apply in person only at DQ, 956 Broad St., Meriden, CT.
Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Marketplace.
For more information: Call the toll free number below for more information. Please indicate the 5 digit REFERENCE CODE 03066 for this opportunity when calling. 1-877-845-3559 www.tempdriver.appone.com DRIVER WANTED- CDL-B w/air. Must have clean MVR and able to pass drug screen. Tues-Fri for dairy distributor delivering locally. Call 203-265-6636
EXPERIENCED MOTOR MECHANICS For both AC & DC Motors. Job entails disassembly and assembly of lg AC & DC motors and pumps, testing of electrical characteristics as well as measurement of mechanical surfaces. Experience a huge plus. Must supply own hand tools. Exc pay with oppportunity for advancement. Health benefits. 401k. Generous vacation package. Please send resume to: Record-Journal Box 83M 11 Crown St., Meriden, CT 06450
FIRE MARSHALL Seeking an individual with strong management skills to plan and direct the activities of the Fire Prevention Bureau in the Town of Wallingford. Applicants must possess state certification to perform fire marshall duties; possess a H.S. diploma supplemented by courses in fire prevention and investigation and have a minimum of 5 years fire service or fire inspection experience. Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license. The town of Wallingford offers a competitive pay rate of $76,139 to $97,418 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Application deadline is April 21, 2010 or the date the 50th application is received, whichever occurs first. Apply: Personnel Department Town of Wallingford 45 South Main St. Wallingford, CT. Phone: (203) 294-2080; Fax: (203) 294-2084. EOE.
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Thursday, April 15, 2010 — The Berlin Citizen HELP WANTED AUTO TECH - A/B, Foreign car experience. Excellent wages & benefits. 203-284-8989 Fax: 203-269-1114 ENGINEERING -APS Technology, oilfield equip. mfr has openings in our Wallingford location for Engineers: Reliability, Mfg & Mechanical. For a complete listing of current openings, visit www.aps-tech.com.
Housing Authority of the City of Meriden Is searching for a full-time Leased Housing Specialist for the HCV program. Section 8 Rent Calculation and Eligibility Certification required and one year experience with knowledge of HUD regulations/ requirements or comparable experience. Position requires working with the public with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish required. College degree is preferred, required High School diploma or GED, with full computer use capabilities including not limited to; MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, and property management software. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, full benefit package included. Send Resumes to:
MHA PO Box 911, Meriden CT 06450 Attn: Jamie Urkevic. No calls please.
Jobs Available!
39 W. Main St., Meriden Phone: (203) 235-5100 Fax: (203) 235-1337
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Responsible for the sampling and laboratory analysis of domestic and industrial water and wastewater. Requires an A.S. degree in biology, chemistry or related field and 2 years experience in laboratory analysis. Experience and training may be substituted on a year for year basis. Must have a valid State of CT driver’s license. $22.36 to $26.89 hourly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Personnel Department Town of Wallingford 45 South Main St. Wallingford, CT. (203) 294-2080; Fax #: (203) 294-2084. The closing date will be that date the 50th application form/resume is received, or April 23, 2010, whichever occurs first. EOE. MACHINIST Set Up CNC Mills Exp required. Programming a plus. Immediate opening. 1st shift. Excellent benefits. Call Ralph at NEQS 860-632-7242
Miller Memorial Community, Meriden's choice for excellence in senior residential Healthcare services, is seeking compassionate, energetic candidates, interested to join our professional team in the above positions in our busy, short term rehab, Medicare Unit. MMCI offers very competitive wages & benefits, including pension plan & noncontributory health & dental for employee, life, & disability insurances. Drug testing & criminal background check req’d. Applicants must be CT licensed. If you are willing to go the extra mile for your patients & are truly interested in person-centered care, please apply to:
“We enjoy meeting new people and have a great schedule that doesn’t include rush hour traffic. Our benefits are phenomenal, and we especially enjoy the free Optimum products, but most of all we are driven by the opportunity to earn over $100,000 when company goals are exceeded.”
Personnel Manager Miller Memorial Community, Inc.
U Earn $90K-$110K at 100% of goal... top producers earn $150K+ U Annual base salary up to $40K U Paid Training U Great benefits including medical, dental, prescription, vision, tuition assistance & 401(k) and cash balance pension plans U Free iO TV™, Optimum Online™ & Optimum Voice™ (if you live within our service area)
360 Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 Fax 203.630.3714 or email: hfparisi@emmci.org EOE
HELP WANTED COOK - Full time. Apply in person. Zorba’s Pizza, 1257 East Main St, Meriden.
Mechanic - Full Time (2nd & 3rd Shifts) Be a part of our growing team at DATTCO in our retail/fleet repair facilities. We are seeking experienced truck and bus repair technicians who are ASE certified. Use your ASE certifications and years of experience to diagnose and provide quality vehicle repair in a timely and cost effective manner. Applicants must have a good, positive attitude, organizational skills and their own tools. Pay scale depends on ASE certifications and level of experience. Employment available in New Britain. Please send resume to franks@dattco.com or fill out an application at DATTCO, 559 South St., New Britain, CT 06051. AA/EOE
Mechanic Construction Equipment Full Time (1st Shift) Complete benefit package, year round employment. Be a part of our growing team at DATTCO in our equipment repair facilities. We are seeking experienced truck and construction equipment repair technicians. Use your experience to diagnose and provide quality equipment repair in a timely and cost effective manner. Applicants must have a good, positive attitude, organizational skills and their own tools. Pay scale depends on level of experience. Employment available in New Britain. Please send resume to franks@dattco.com or fill out an application at DATTCO, 559 South St., New Britain, CT 06051. AA/EOE OIL Company Seeks Inside/Outside Salesperson. Salary & commission. 4O1K and benefits. Previous sales exp necessary. Send resume to: Kevin@romanoil.com PERSONABLE & Compassionate Caregivers needed for in-home, non medical care for elderly in the area. Live-In & Hrly. Our caregivers are as valuable to us as our clients. Call Visiting Angels at 860-349-7016
SALES ASSOCIATES Our Middletown & Rocky Hill Goodwill Stores are looking for P/T Sales Associates/Material Handlers/Janitors. Must be able to work night/weekend /holidays as needed. Apply in person: 955 Washington St, Middletown or 80 Town Line Rd, Rocky Hill EOE/AA- M/F/D/V
HELP WANTED RETAIL Management (Keyholder) positions. Exciting opportunities. Retail experience. Competitive benefits. Apply at SHOE DEPT ENCORE, Westfield Meriden Mall, or e-mail resume: ssorge@shoeshow.com EOE M/F SALES
Sales experience preferred. Positions involve in-home presentations and require reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.
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Get paid to talk! Sears Home Improvement is seeking Inside Marketing Reps in the local area. Requires professional & enthusiastic individuals with positive attitude, great communication skills & ability to approach customers. Sales experience helpful. Base wages, excellent bonus program, paid training, top company & products. PT, flexible hours, possible FT with benefits. Call 800-379-8310. EOE. SUBCONTRACTOR able to do full remodeling, plumbing, dry wall, flooring, kit., baths. Own transportation. Out-state travel req’d. Drug testing. Own ins. 203-980-7740
Van Driver (P/T) Drives minibus/van to transport individuals w/disabilities receiving services according to assigned schedule /destination. HS diploma/GED + 3-12 mos exp/training. Current CT Public Service License in good standing. Split shift (7am-9am & 2pm4pm), Monday-Friday, 20 hrs/wk. Pay rate $11.00/hr no benefits.. Apply in person: 95 Hamilton St., New Haven Fax: (203) 495-6108 hr@esginh.org EOE/AA M/F/D/V WAITSTAFF Needed. Experience required. All shifts. Apply within: Colony Diner, 611 North Colony Rd, Wallingford. WAREHOUSE Help - Picker, Loader for local dairy distributor. FT. Mon-Fri. 9-5. 203-2656636. WAREHOUSE/DELIVERY/ INSIDE SALES person needed for building materials distributor. Previous exp. in building industry preferred. HS diploma & proof of clean driving record required. Full-time position w/competitive pay & health benefits. Apply in person at Northeast Lumber Sales Inc., 140 Golden St, Meriden, CT 06450
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WHEN IS LESS MORE? Less exposure means more chance for corruption.
DON’T LET CONNECTICUT OFFICIALS REMOVE BIDDING NOTICES FROM THE NEWSPAPER. KEEP THE BIDDING PROCESS OPEN! Pending legislation (substitute bill #365) may remove bidding notices from newspapers, moving them from the public domain to government controlled web sites. We’re concerned. And you should be, too. Bidding notices like public notices are an important tool in assuring an informed citizenry. They have helped develop America into a participatory democracy for hundreds of years and where it counts the most: how your tax dollars are spent, how policy is made and how our futures are charted. They are located in easy-to-find sections of your newspaper. And they are fully accessible to
everyone - unlike the internet, which is not accessible to everyone. Less than 10% of the U.S. population views a local, state or federal government website daily, according to the May 2009 release of U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Estimates of Resident Population. This means more than nine out of ten people may never see a given notice. This compares dramatically to the fact that 83% of adults read a community newspaper every week, according to the National Newspaper Association. Furthermore, a bidding notice printed in the newspaper produces a permanent record. The internet does not, nor does it assure timeliness. And a newspaper is archived for years; not subject to computer crashes and hackers. Newspapers are easily verifiable, fully
transparent and represent a secure third party who has nothing to gain from any notice. Connecticut’s recent ethical lapses shed a glaring light on the full meaning of this problem. It’s like putting the fox in charge of the hen house. Every bidding notice, which runs in a Connecticut daily newspaper, is automatically uploaded to that newspaper’s web site and CTPublicNotices.org. Newspapers are your watchdogs. Don’t let that role be changed now. Voice your opinion. To keep your notices in the newspaper, contact your local elected officials or call: Governor Jodi Rell - 860.566.4840 Senate Democrats - 860.240.8600 House Democrats - 860.240.8500 Senate Republicans - 860.240.8800 House Republicans - 860.240.8700
Visit www.ctdailynews.com to contact your legislator today
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