www.berlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
BHS educator inducted into teachers’ Hall of Fame
$90.1 million budget headed to referendum
Volume 22, Number 8
By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
The Town Council voted along party lines Wednesday night, April 3 to reduce the budget passed by the Board of Finance, paring back the spending increase to 2.5 percent
A longtime Berlin High School teacher was inducted into the National Teachers’ Hall of Fame for his contributions to statewide policy, mentorship of younger teachers and sharing his experiences from around the globe with students.
The budget now moves to an April 30 referendum.
Social studies teacher David Bosso is one of five teachers across the country being inducted this year. Christopher Poulos, a teacher at Joel Barlow High School in Redding, said he nominated Bosso because of the the work they’ve done together to advocate for education. Bosso was named state Teacher of the Year in 2012, five years after Poulos. "When he takes on projects, Dave sees it not only through the end, but beyond the end," Poulos said. "He gives 110 percent to his teaching ...” Bosso, who resides in Berlin, has also pushed for teachers to have a voice in creating educational policy.
By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
BHS teacher David Bosso speaks at a ceremony for his induction into the National Teachers’ Hall of Fame. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
"A lot of decisions are made without the on-the-ground feedback that's needed,” Bosso said. "When I was named state Teacher of the Year in 2012 there were opportunities to get involved at the policy-making levels.” Bosso will have the chance, along with the rest of the inductees, to give input to the National Education Association when he travels to Wash-
y your we will pa h our airfare wit
FLY & BUY R210746
program
*The program is available for a limited time and is subject to change at any time without notice.
ington, D.C. for his induction. Past groups have also had the opportunity to meet with the president of the United States, Poulos said.
Katie Amenta, a fellow BHS teacher who wrote a letter of support for Bosso, told a room of teachers, administrators and state officials that she incorporates the See Teacher, A16
The council reduced municipal spending by $821,000 and school spending by $400,000, bringing the total budget to $90.1 million. The corresponding mill rate increase of 1.36 mills would bring the rate to 33.86 mills, a $238 increase in taxes on a home assessed at $175,000.
Fellow Democrat JoAnn Angelico-Stetson spoke against cutting $95,000 in repairs for the phone system at three schools, calling it a security issue.
Republican Charles Paonessa responded that the budget already adds security for the schools. "We're adding $300,000 worth of security for the children, it was The largest reductions on the town side included not never there before,” he said. “We never had armed hiring an information officers there before ...” technology director and instead having a consulEven with the cuts, countant repair the town’s fail- cilors are not confident ing network, which saved voters would accept the $138,000; not making rebudget and anticipate pairs to the leaking munic- deeper cuts after referenipal garage roof, a dum. $120,000 project; and re“We all know this isn't goducing the amount to be ing to pass at the budget spent on armed security guards in the schools by a quarter, down to $300,000. See Budget, A12
We will reimburse buyers within the US up to $2,000 USD toward their travel expenses when they purchase and close on a home in Estero, Bonita Springs or Naples, Florida with William Raveis Real Estate - South Bay Team within 6 months of their visit.*
CALL US TO LEARN MORE AND TO SCHEDULE A FLY & BUY APPOINTMENT!
239.221.0741
"For once in a long time I'm almost speechless, almost. I feel like Julius Caesar on the Ides of March and the unkindest cut of all is what we're doing to the gentleman in the back of the room, who has a leaky roof. An asset we can't even protect for $120,000,” said Democratic Councilor Peter Rosso.
John Egan & Lesley Garlock South Bay Team Over $52M SOLD in 2018 southbayteam.raveis.com
A2
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
BOSCO PAINTING
CATS OF THE WEEK
Aluminum Siding Refinishing • Power Washing
Simba is a stunning, blue Maine Coon mix. She is 16 months old and has lived in a home with other cats and dogs. When she warms up, Simba likes to roll and show off. We are currently accepting applications for foster homes to help with friendly, pregnant cats such as Madeline. Visit our website and fill out an adoption application at hucatrescue.org. For more information, call 860479-5173 or email hucatrescue@gmail.com
CALL TOM TODAY!
860-828-7710 860-306-7927
We also do Carpentry Repairs!
R212484
“Exteriors are my specialty, and interiors my masterpiece!”
R213605
CT LIC #543233 FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES
HELP KEEP ISSN 1525-1780 USPS 017-666
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Record-Journal 500 S. Broad Street Meriden, CT 06450 BC-USPSBOX
In order to continue delivery to your home or business, we need to have each resident or business let us know that, by filling out our on-line requester form at myrecordjournal. secondstreet.com/Berlin-Citizen-Requester. Or, you can call us at 203-634-3933 and we can mail you a postage paid postcard to fill out and return. Without the necessary requester information, delivery of your Berlin Citizen to your home or business, will end.
HELP US HELP YOU, CONTINUE RECEIVING “YOUR” LOCAL WEEKLY.
www.berlincitizen.com 500 S. Broad St., Second Floor Meriden, CT 06450
860-948-0510 P.O. Box 311231 • Newington, CT 204827-P1 • 5155-SM1 • 39764-S3 • HIC #0625232
Multimedia Sales Director — Jim Mizener Advertising Sales Consultant — Michelle Beck (203) 317-2446 CONTACT US Siding and Roofing • Replacement Windows Advertising: (203) 317-2312 Gutters and Decks • Additions Fax (203) 235-4048 Replacement Windows • Gutters advertising@theberlincitizen.com Free Estimates Decks • Additions News and Sports: (203) 317-2256 Licensed & Insured INSULATING Fax (203) 639-0210 WINDOWS Lic. #00556269 & DOORS news@theberlincitizen.com Marketplace: (203) 238-1953
ROOFING & SIDING (860) 667-2160
R204137
News Editor — Nick Carroll Assistant News Editor — Olivia Lawrence News reporter — Devin Leith-Yessian Press releases — Marsha Pomponio Executive Vice President — Liz White Senior VP and CRO — Shawn E. Palmer Senior VP and Editor — Ralph Tomaselli
Repair Services • Hot Water Heaters Heating Systems • Gas Fireplaces & Piping Home Improvement & Remodeling Drain & Sewer Cleaning
208913
Periodicals postage paid at Meriden, CT and at additional mailing offices.
Coming to your home or business
R210367
Published weekly by Record-Journal at 500 S. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450.
860-667-2160
Published every Thursday by the Record-Journal Publishing Co. Delivered by mail to all of the homes and businesses in the two ZIP codes serving Berlin — 06037 and 06023.
Free Estimates Licensed & Insured Lic. #00556269
INSULATING
WINDOWS & DOORS
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A3
Kensington hatchery supervisor talks fishing season By Ashley Kus Record-Journal staff
ering eggs around the state.
KENSINGTON — Opening day for fishing is right around the corner and the Kensington State Fish Hatchery is getting ready to start stocking salmon and trout.
Hays : We have a variety of sizes. I have hundreds of thousands of really small fish, and then I have tens of thousands of average size fish. I have about a thousand or so of really big fish.
Jamie Hays, hatchery supervisor, looks after the facility and the fish.
Q: What is it like this time of year?
Q: How big are the fish here?
Hays : We raise Atlantic salmon, Cortland brown trout and Seeforellen brown trout. Q: How long have you been working here?
Q: What are some of your responsibilities? Hays : I oversee the facility, I have staff that work here, seasonal staff and full-time staff. I’m responsible for all the managerial duties as far as scheduling and payroll, but then also monitoring the fish culture side of it. Feeding the fish, weight sampling, everything from broodstock rearing to deliv-
TREE SERVICE
See Hatchery, A16
JASON BORSELLE
Jamie Hays, Kensington State Fish Hatchery supervisor. Photo by Dave Zajac, Record-Journal
Nutmeg Farm Garden Center Open this Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Seasonal Opening on Friday the 19th.
860-828-5394 • 168 Mill St, Berlin
860.748.7910
Please contact us to meet your specific and unique plumbing needs.
Kensington, CT • JMBPlumbingCT.com R208919
CT Lic# S-4240
Hays : I have four wells and they all pump water up into a large head tank and then that water is distributed through three pipelines that run into the hatchery. There’s a line that goes left, right and center. There’s a very distinct line of ponds.
Honest. Professional. Reliable.
ROGERS Call Dave Cyr (860) 828-9953
Q: What is it like out there on the field where the ponds are located?
213318
Hays: I’ve run Kensington for three years and I ran Burlington Hatchery for seven years prior.
Hays : It’s stocking season. We’re in pre-season, opening day is in a couple of weeks on April 13. So right now we’re pre-season stocking different locations. We haven’t started here yet, we’re giving our fish a little more time to get a little bit larger and then we’ll start putting them out right before opening day and they should be just about 12 inches by then.
Hays : Most people have backgrounds in fisheries management or even just biology, fisheries biology, there’s a lot of variations. My background is in marine biology. I worked in aquariums for eight or nine years before I got into fisheries.
R213248
Q: What exactly do you do here at the Kensington Hatchery?
Q: What kind of background and skills do you need for this kind of work?
Lic. # PLM.0287294-P1 and Reg. # HIC.0648888
Like us on Facebook
WE’RE HERE TO HELP! • Full Service & Repairs, Diagnostics & Accessories
BERLIN DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE Support the PERFORMING ARTS IN BERLIN and RESPONSIBLE, THOUGHTFUL LOCAL GOVERNMENT
• 24 Month/24K Mile Warranty • CT State Emissions Testing & Repair
2 0 1 7
Most cars & like trucks, Ask for Details!
Over 30 Years of Experience as Your Hometown Repair Shop!
www.kensingtonautoservice.com 89 Harding St., Kensington • 860-829-7377
Showtime 8 p.m., Doors Open 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $40 • Call: 860-729-7692 BDTC, Richard Price, Treasurer
214030
AUTO SERVICE LTD.
THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMEDY April 25, 2019
BEST OF... AWARDS R209673
KENSINGTON
89 Harding St., Berlin, CT 860-829-7377
Fundraiser at Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, Berlin
A4
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Youth fishing derbies set
Library Briefs Berlin-Peck Memorial Library Teen Tech Experts – Wednesdays, by appointment. Sit & Knit – Thursdays, April 11 and 25, 1 p.m.; April 18, 6 p.m.
Movie Matinee – Friday, April 12, 1 p.m. “Instant Family.” Rated PG-13. New Britain Symphony Orchestra: Broadway Brass – Tuesday, April 16, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Attorney Dyke Spear Evaluates UFO Evidence – Mon-
day, April 22, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Senior Center Book Club – Wednesday, April 24, 1:30 p.m. “Behold the Dreamers” by Mbue. Invasive Plants: Don’t Let Them Over Take Your Property – Wednesday, April 24, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. History of the Kentucky Derby – Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Movie Matinee – Friday, April 26, 1 p.m. “The Impossible.” Rated PG-13.
Cookbook Club – Monday, April 29, 6:30 p.m. Use the World Food database to find a recipe from your heritage. Registration is required. “Spark Joy” with KonMari – Tuesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m. Introduction to the Japanese method of tidying up and decluttering spaces to create greater joy. Registration is required. Library hours – Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
East Berlin Library Winter Hours: Mondays and Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m.
A Classified ad is an easy way to sell your merchandise, and it’s easy on your wallet, too.
Berlin Parks and Recreation’s youth fishing derbies are planned at Sage Park Pond: Saturday, April 13 for ages 3 to 7 and Saturday, April 27 for ages 8 to 15. Both derbies will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. and are open to Berlin youth only. Register online or at the Parks and Recreation Department. The deadline to register is the Friday before each event.
Annual Easter Candy Hunt The Berlin Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Easter Candy Hunt will be held Saturday, April 13 at the Sage Park Auxiliary Field. Call 860-828-7100 for the latest status on the hunt site. If held outdoors, youth age 2 to 5 will meet the Easter Bunny at 1 p.m. for their hunt. Ages 6 to 10 will meet the Easter Bunny at 1:30 p.m. for their hunt. If held indoors, ages 2 and 3 will meet at 1 p.m., ages 4 and 5 will meet at 1:30 p.m., and ages 6 through 10 will meet at 1:45 p.m.
Pet lover bazaar, bake sale Friends of Berlin Animal Control has scheduled a pet lover bazaar and
TONY’S
1270581
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis
OIL COMPANY, LLC
Signs and Symptoms
“Owner Operated Since 1999”
747-5412
or visit
208951
“Owner Operated Since 1999”
www.tonysoil.com for current price www.tonysoil.net
In this FREE educational seminar, learn more about: • The causes of multiple sclerosis • Common symptoms • Treatment options
AUTOMATIC DELIVERY * LOW PRICES * DEPENDABLE SERVICE
Thursday, Apr. 18 | 6–8 pm
r
TM
4¢ per gal. SENIOR DISCOUNT
HOD #360
A.C. & BURNER SERVICE AVAILABLE
The New Britain Bees baseball team has scheduled open tryouts for Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to noon, at New Britain Stadium, 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain.
Hartford HealthCare HealthCenter 462 Queen St., Southington, Community Room
R214035
Presenter: Brian Wong, MD, Board-Certified Neurologist
Registration is required • Free parking
Participants must be at least 18 years of age. All participants will be required to sign a release form before trying out.
860-748-0541•phoenicianhi.com
To reserve a tryout spot, contact Paul Herrmann at 860826-2337, ext. 115 or pherrmann@nbbees.com.
Experience Our Professional Difference!
Roofing • Siding • Windows Gutters • Doors • Basement Finishing Kitchen & Bath Remodel • Decks
Business Owner / Service Provider?
LIST YOUR SERVICE
Call for a FREE No Pressure Estimate! Fully Licensed & Insured #582443
210148
855.HHC.HERE (855.442.4373) HartfordHealthCare.org/events
Volunteer bakers are needed. For more information, call 860-828-5287.
Bees tryouts
400 Gallons more/Same Address • 10¢ OFF per BIG TANK SPECIAL: 10gallon CENTS OFF orPER GALLON BIG TANK SPECIAL s r
bake sale for Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road. Event includes dog supplies, dog clothes, door prizes. Proceeds benefit homeless animals.
In Our Business / Service Directory
203-238-1953
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A5
Clothing collection April 13 The BHS All Night Graduation Committee is holding a clothing drive on Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside the Gibney Gymnasium entrance at Berlin High School.
scarves, sheets, quilts and curtains. Bicycles, scooters and toys also will be collected. All proceeds will benefit the Class of 2019 BHS All Night Graduation Party.
All clothing will be accepted along with accessories and household items. This includes bags, hats,
For more information, contact Lucy Halkias at 860-471-2383.
McGee’s 50th anniversary Berlin High School student-athletes Patty Mroczkowski, Kevin Dunn and Gianni Fanelli signed college letters of intent during a ceremony on April 4. | Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
Athletes solidify college plans By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
Surrounded by coaches, parents and dozens of teammates, three Berlin High School students signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at the college level. Patty Mroczkowski will be joining the University of Connecticut’s track and field team, quarterback Kevin Dunn will be moving on to the Sacred Heart University football team and Gianni Fanelli has earned a spot on the Assumption College baseball team.
"Being a student-athlete is very difficult, especially in high school,” he said. “You're pulled in many different directions, but you really have to stick with it. You have to commit yourself beyond what the normal student does, and you all have done that.” Dunn guided Berlin to consecutive state playoff berths and an appearance in the 2018 championship game. Despite having no prior experience at the position, Dunn stepped up to play quarterback his junior sea-
Photos may be emailed to mcgee-50th@edu.berlinschools.org. Also, items of interest may be dropped off at the school.
son after some players left the team. “Dedicated himself to the team, wasn't even sure if he wanted to be a quarterback most of the time, but then he really took to it,” Aresimowicz said. “His junior year he broke the Berlin High record in passing yards and then he came back for a senior year where he really was the man in charge of the team.” See Athletes, A15
For more information, call 860-828-0323 or email surso@berlinschools.org.
Best Pet Supply Store 7 Years Running!
ROGERS TREE SERVICE Call Dave Cyr (860) 828-9953
208920
House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, also the BHS football coach, said participating
in sports during a busy time in a high school student’s life is an accomplishment in itself.
McGee Middle School is planning its 50th anniversary celebrating for June. The committee is in need of pictures, yearbooks, or other artifacts of interest to the public.
See Life in Full Bloom.
Now accepting Pediatric Patients!
209002
CT Lic# S-4240
Eye Exams – Glasses – Contact Lenses Only the best designers at reasonable prices. Call to schedule an eye exam or to get fitted for contact lenses. Most insurances accepted.
BRING IN THIS AD FOR
10 OFF
$
Minimum Purchase of $15 *One per Household
We have a Frequent Buyer Program! Chicken Feed Available We carry natural & holistic pet foods & treats at an affordable price! 1320 Waterbury Rd, Cheshire, CT • (203) 439-0707
32 Chamberlain Hwy., Kensington, CT 860.829.9090 Now Open on Mondays 9am-5:30pm!
BEST OF... AWARDS 22013–2018 0 1 6
We proudly support animal shelters & rescues cheshirecatanddog.com
A6
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
FROM THE BOE
School Notes Scholarship Achieve Financial CU's Annual Scholarship is accepting applications for a scholarship open to any graduating high school student who will attend a post-secondary educational institution in the fall of 2019 and who is a member of Achieve Financial Credit Union, or the child of a member of Achieve Financial Credit Union, in good standing. Applications are available at AchieveFinancialCU.com. Deadline is Monday, May 6. For more information, contact Karen Hayes at karenh@achievefinancialcu.com. The Kensington Garden Club is offering a $1,000 scholarship to any Berlin resident who has an interest in pursuing a career in agronomy,
botany, conservation, environmental control, horticulture, landscape design, land management or plant science. Education should be at an accredited two- or four-year institution or program. Deadline is Monday, April 15. For more information, call 860-8286577.
District-wide art show
Facts for consideration The Berlin Board of Education offers the following facts for consideration: Board of Education Annual Budget The BOE is required to either spend its entire allocated budget or return the unspent funds to the town. An unspent $443,590 was returned to the town last year from the BOE.
The Berlin Public Schools has scheduled its annual districtwide art show celebration for April 16 to 21 at the New Britain Museum of American Art, 56 Lexington St., New Britain. An opening reception is set for Tuesday, April 16, 6 to 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome.
Berlin ranks 65th based on wealth and 106th based on educational funding which is $1,786 less than the state average. CHOICE Program 131 CHOICE students out of a total of 2,803 students
or 4.67 percent.
Contract Settlements
Berlin determines the number of students and grade level that we accept; thus not requiring the hiring of additional staff.
Teacher and administrator contracts are settled at or below the state average every three years and are tied to binding arbitration. Berlin teachers are paid an average of $77,787 while the state average is $78,676.
The current funding received by BPS is $8,000 per student, provided that we remain at or above 4 percent. These funds are used to pay teacher salaries to offset the operational budget.
Berlin administrators pay the highest health insurance premium cost in the state. Both the teachers and administrators pay a higher percentage for their health insurance than town employees, for less coverage.
All expenditures above the $8,000 per student (e.g., a student with special needs Superintendent’s salary is who requires additional services) are reimbursed by $48,000 less than the previous superintendent. Hartford.
See BOE, A15
Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
Athena II Diner
320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
Colony Diner
Duchess of Wallingford
Fire at the Ridge Restaurant & Lounge
~ ATTENTION: RESTAURANT OWNERS! ~
611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com
Open Wed-Sunday: Noon - 10 pm. Happy Hour & Bar Bites everyday 3-6 pm. Live Music Saturday nights 7-10 pm. Sunday Brunch 11-2 pm
124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
To advertise your restaurant to 269,000 weekly readers Call us 203-317-2312
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Senior Happenings Activities Exercise Wellness – Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:45 a.m. A fee is charged. The Social Leftovers – Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Yoga – Fridays, 9:30 a.m. A fee is charged. Reiki Healing Sessions – Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, 15-minute intervals. A fee is charged. Sign up at the front desk or call 860-828-7006.
Volunteers sought The Senior Medicare Patrol program is looking for volunteers to educate beneficiaries how to recognize and combat fraud. For more information, contact Carol Walsh, Carol.walsh@ ncaaact.org, 860-724-6443, ext. 271 or visit smpresource.org or ncaaact.org.
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Faith Ukrainian Easter Festival
Kensington Congregational
The 25th annual Ukrainian Easter Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 54 Winter St. Admission is free. For more information, call 860-2293383.
Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Child care and Sunday school are available during worship services. Bible Study, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 6:30 p.m. – Meal in the Upper Room. Easter Sunday, April 21, 6 a.m. Sunrise Service at Hall’s Farm, 282 Southington Road, 10 a.m. service at the church.
Berlin Congregational Sunday worship, 10 a.m., with communion on the first Sunday of the month. Nursery care is available. Call 869-828-6586. Tot Time – Thursdays, 10 a.m. Birth to age 5. For more information, call 860-828-6586.
Bethany Covenant 785 Mill St. Sunday Worship, 9:30 a.m., followed by Life Together classes for all at 11 a.m. Call 860-8283637 or visit bethanycovenant.org.
TUB MAN
ur e
d, Lic #
103 Hotchkiss St. Sunday worship, 9 a.m. The church schedules a healing and music service the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m.
2 8 2 9 31
Ignite Attends the Passion Play: Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington. Mass schedule – Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. Call 860828-0331.
Sacred Heart Church Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St. Call 860-828-0331.
68 Main St. Sunday Eucharist, 9 a.m.
United Methodist Church of East Berlin 139 Main St. Sunday services, 10 a.m.
Wellspring Church 222 Lincoln St. Sunday service, 10 a.m, with children’s program for newborn to age 12. For more information, call 860-225-0661 or visit wellspring.net.
Understanding the
Complexities of Medication
en
In this FREE educational seminar, learn more about: • Possible drug interactions • Medication safety tips • Safe storage
Wednesday, Apr. 24 | 1:30–2:30 pm Southington Calendar House 388 Pleasant Street, Southington
Includes demo, haul away, sub-floor, plumbing, Kohler fixtures, installations of Kohler tub or shower enclosure, fiberglass units+
• Fast, dependable, friendly service • From a leaky faucet to a full bathroom remodel, we handle it all. • Free estimates over the phone!
Matt’s Pro Plumbing
www.mattsproplumbing.com 860-922-9976 The Bathroom Remodeling Specialist
NO JO B TOO SMALL
Presenter: Christina Polomoff, PharmD, BCACP, BCGP Pharmacist
Registration is required
1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373) HartfordHealthCare.org/events
214029
208928
St. Paul Church
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church
Worship Service: Sunday, April 14, 10 to 11 a.m. Prince of Peace Lutheran
We offer tub and shower conversions
3,000
Church, 1103 Chamberlain Highway, Kensington. 860828-5079. pastor@popkensington.org.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Lic
CALL THE
&
In s
Kensington United Methodist Church
se
d
If you need a tub or shower replaced,
$
A7
A8
corrections at 203-317-2308 - after 5 pm call 203-317-2282 ThursdPlease ay, Aprilcall 11, for 2019 Ad#:1279573 Pub:A-RJ Date:04/12/13 Day:FRI Size:3X10.5 Cust:ADVERTISING DONATIONS Last Edited By:JPROTO on 3/18/15 2:58 PM. Salesperson:323 Tag Line:DAFFODIL TAG SALE Color Info:FULL 1279573 - Composite
TAG SALE SA LE TAG
The Town Council is likely to consider a resolution during next Tuesday’s meeting declaring the body’s opposition to proposals before the General Assembly to implement tolls.
CONNECTICUT’S LARGEST! Saturday, April 20, 2019
Saturday, 18,Tent 2015 Under theApril Festival Hubbard MainTent Street UnderPark, the West Festival Meriden, CT • 9AM–2PM • Rain or Shine Hubbard Park, West Main Street, Meriden, CT For only $30 you can 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM rent a 10’x10’ single Join friends and - rain or shine -
Berlin Republicans want council vote on anti-toll resolution By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
CONNECTICUT’S LARGEST!
neighbors, get rid of that old dresser, lawnmower, Sonny’s comic Join friends & collection, Grandma’s neighbors, get rid of crock pot... you thatoldold dresser, lawn mower, Sonny’s comic know, the stuff you “are collection, going to useGrandma’s someday”... old CrockbyPot ... you or come to browse know, the stuff you and buy at the area’s “are going to use largest tag...sale. And someday” or come while you’re at it, takeat by to browse & buy a stroll through historic the area’s largest tag sale ... and Hubbard Parkwhile among you’re at it,blooming take a the 600,001 stroll through daffodils.historic Hubbard Park among the 600,001 blooming daffodils ...
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
space that includes 1 table under the For only $30.00 you Festival tent. Adjoining can rentmay a 10’x10’ single spaces be rented space that includes an additional $30. 1for table under the Festival tent. Adjoining spaces Additional tables may be may be rented for an rented for your space(s) additional $30. Additional for $10may each. tables beSet-up rentedisfor $10 atyour 7AMspace(s) - with allfor items each. Set-up is at 7:00 toAM be- removed by 3PM. with all items to be removed by 3:00 No exceptions. PM (No Exceptions). HOUSEHOLD ITEMS ONLY HOUSEHOLD ITEMS NO COMMERCIAL ONLY +++++++++++++ VENDORS NO COMMERCIAL VENDORS
+++++++++++++
APPLICATION FOR SPACE
The council’s four Republicans voted on April 2 to have Town Manager Jack Healy draft such a resolution, while the three Democratic members voted in opposition and called it it premature because the legislature hasn’t presented a plan for tolls. The resolution could come up for a vote as soon as the council’s April 16 meeting. Mayor Mark Kaczynski said he’s heard from a number of residents who are concerned about the proposal and asked if the council would consider a motion similar to those other towns have passed. On March 23, residents held a protest against the tolls on Farmington Avenue. He expressed concerns that if a large number of tolls were to be placed on Interstate 91, motorists would switch their commutes to take them on the Berlin Turnpike instead, clogging local roads.
Name: APPLICATION FOR SPACE Address: NAME: Phone: ADDRESS: Number of Spaces: PHONE: Number of Additional Tables:
“If they put those tolls on 91, which is closest to Berlin, is traffic going to go around
NUMBER OF SPACES: PLEASE REMIT APPLICATION & FEE WITH CHECK PAYABLE TO:
NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL TABLES: Meriden Daffodil Festival / Tag Sale
those stations and jump into Berlin?” he asked. “That’s going to put traffic on local roads and cause us some headaches.” He also called the 53 gantries Gov. Ned Lamont proposed “hard to swallow” compared to the 13 Massachusetts has. Democratic Councilor JoAnn Angelico-Stetson expressed concern that gas tax revenues will fall as vehicles become more fuel efficient, depriving the state of income needed to repair infrastructure in need of maintenance. “We’ve got some really compromised roads and bridges and to me this is a great way to try to get revenue to fix all of that,” she said. AngelicoStetson also said the process is “in a planning stage and I think until we know more about it, none of us should say yay or nay,” she said. Democrat-led councils in Meriden and Southington recently voted to block an actual vote on similar resolutions, pointing out the lack of details on tolling. The Republican-led council in Wolcott, meanwhile, recently approved a resolution against tolls. House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, attended the Southington Town Council meeting to urge See Tolls, A15
Box 40, Meriden, CT 06450 PLEASE REMIT P.O. APPLICATION AND FEE WITH CHECK PAYABLE TO: DeadlineDaffodil for applications 4/13/19 Meriden Festival /isTag Sale P.O. Box 40, Meriden, CT 06450 For more information please call Doreen at 203-213-9041 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 4/10/15 DAFFODILFEST.COM For more information please call Doreen at (203) 630-4124 The Committee assumes no responsibility for damage, theft or loss... www.daffodilfest.com Carnival Rides Open Weather Permitting
212830
The Committee assumes no responsibility for damage, theft or loss ...... CARNIVAL RIDES OPEN WEATHER PERMITTING
R EREFRESHMENTS F R E S H M E NT S AVAILABLE! AVA I L A B LE ! Berlin Mayor Mark Kaczynski.
| Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Senior Menu Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling 860-670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday, April 15: Hot dog with sauerkraut, baked beans, broccoli, cinnamon applesauce. Tuesday, April 16: Apple juice, sliced ham with pineapple cherry sauce, loaded potatoes, peas and pearl onions, Rudi roll Easter Poke Cake.
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A9
Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit The Town of Berlin is accepting proposals from nonprofit organizations for community programs to be designated as eligible for business contributions under the State of Connecticut 2019
Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program. Interested organizations should submit a proposal no later than Friday, April 26 to the Town Manager’s Office, Berlin Town Hall, 240 Kens-
ington Road, Berlin, CT 06037. For further information and proposal materials, visit the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services website.
Wednesday, April 17: Orange juice, cheeseburger, steak fries, corn with peppers, oatmeal cookies.
Mattress disposal options available to residents
Thursday, April 18: Chicken vegetables, lasagna rolette, meat sauce, garden salad, garlic bread, fresh apple.
The Berlin Public Works Department has revised the curbside bulk pick-up of bedding mattresses and box springs for residents. Two options are available for disposal of these items.
Friday, April 19: Good Friday. Senior Center closed.
Senior Bowling Dennis Derose - 238; Sam D'Amato - 181; Ferd Brochu - 175; Irene Willametz - 167; Gene Lemery - 161; Barb Patterson 150; Joe Labacz - 150.
Letters Policy Email letters to news@theberlincitizen.com; mail to 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 or fax to 203-639-0210. The Citizen will print only one letter per person each month. Letters should be approximately 300 words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters should be on topics of general
interest to the community. We do not list names of people, organizations and businesses being thanked. Names of businesses are not allowed. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so The Citizen can contact you for verification.
Option 1 – Curbside collections will be assessed a $15 charge (check or cash) per mattress and/ or box spring. Payment must be made prior to collection at Town Hall, room 8. Following payment, Trash Away will be notified of the collection. A yellow collection permit sticker for each mattress and/or box spring will be provided to be attached for visual inspection by Trash Away.
Option 2 – Public Works
has contracted with Bye/Bye Mattress and the Mattress Recycling Council to provide for disposal of mattresses and box springs at the Town Transfer Station, 19 Town Farm Lane. Residents are responsible for the transport and proper placement of the
bedding during normal business hours. There is no charge for disposal at the Transfer Station. For more information, call The Public Works Department at 860-828-7022 or visit town.berlin.ct.us.
Understanding Seizures & Epilepsy In this FREE educational seminar, learn more about: • The difference between seizures and epilepsy • How seizure medications work • Treatment options
Monday, Apr. 15 | 5–7 pm
Welcome Back!
Hartford HealthCare HealthCenter 462 Queen St., Southington, Community Room Presenter: Gabriel Martz, MD, Director, Epilepsy Center, Hartford Hospital
Opening Homestand, Apr. 11 - 17th
$5 Parking
Registration is required • Light refreshments served
R211673
For tickets & suites visit:
R214056
Apr. 11th Opening Night Presented by Dunkin’ Apr. 12th & 13th Atlas Fireworks every Friday & Saturday this Season! Apr. 14th Kids Run The Bases after the game Presented by Harte Nissan Apr. 15th YG Winter Hat Giveaway Presented by Hartford Healthcare Apr. 16th Los Chivos Cap Giveaway Presented by United Bank
855.HHC.HERE (855.442.4373) HartfordHealthCare.org/events
A10
Thursday, April 11, 2019
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
*For more Local Events visit our Things To Do Calendar at myrecordjournal.com/ things-to-do
Movie Matinee: Instant Family: April 12, 1 p.m. BerlinPeck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin.
Thursday
Singles Spring Dance: April 12, 7 p.m. Nuchie's Restaurant, 164 Central St., Bristol.
Airbrush Temporary Tattoos: April 11, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. Girl Scout Troop 61138 - Art Room: April 11, 3 to 4:30 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.
Saturday
Movie Night: April 11, 6 to 8 p.m. Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive, Farmington.
Ladies Niners Golf League meeting: April 11, 10 a.m. Par for the Course Restaurant, Timberlin Golf Course, Berlin. shielak@comcast.net.
Quilters - SPH: April 11, 9 to 11 a.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.
Let's Go Birding: April 11, 2 to 2:45 p.m. Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive, Farmington.
Rug Hookers: April 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive, Farmington. United Way Community Builders' Reception: April
11, 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol, 42 Century Drive, Bristol.
Friday Book Folding: Heart Pattern: April 12, 2 to 3 p.m. New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain. "The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)": April 12, 8 p.m. $35. Connecticut
Cabaret Theatre, 31-33 Webster Square Road, Berlin. 860728-1248. ctcabaretct@ msn.com. L'Affaire Musicale Concert Series: Ivory & Gold: April 12, 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. HillStead Museum Drawing Room, 35 Mountain Road, Farmington. Missalette Changeover SPC: April 12, 9 to 11 a.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington.
25th annual Ukrainian Easter Festival: April 13, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 54 Winter St., New Britain. 860-229-3383. Egg Hunt: April 13, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Crossroads Church of God, 146 Hudson St., Berlin. 860-7191755. nancefabretti@ gmail.com. Antique Appraisal Day: April 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. ANTIQ’S, 1839 New Britain Ave., Farmington. 860676-2670. info@antiqs.com. In Living Canvas - Spring Fling (Hartford/Springfield): April 13, 5 to 6 p.m. 460 New Britain Ave., Hartford. In Living Canvas - Spring Fling (Hartford/Springfield): April 13, 7 to 8 p.m. 460 New Britain Ave., Hartford. Karaoke At The Pine Loft: April 13, 5:30 p.m. Pine Loft Pizzeria & Cafe, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin. Pet lovers bazaar and bake sale: April 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, 234 Kensington Road, Berlin. 860-828-5287.
ad n this Mentio eceive r d an ed
E bak a FR E m our f ro d o o g n! kitche
Join us for an open house at any of our 4 locations. Arbor Rose at the Jerome Home Campus
Cedar Mountain Commons
Mulberry Gardens of Southington
The Orchards at Southington
Sun., Apr. 28 | 10am–2pm
Sat., Apr. 27 | 10am–2pm
Sat., Apr. 13 | 10am–2pm
Sat., Apr. 13 | 10am–2pm
975 Corbin Avenue New Britain
3 John H. Stewart Drive Newington
58 Mulberry Street Plantsville
34 Hobart Street Southington
For a personal tour please call Denise Lebrocquy, 860.229.3707
For a personal tour please call Marie Pugliese, 860.665.7901
For a personal tour please call Marie Terzak, 860.276.1020
For a personal tour please call Antoinette Ouellette, 860.628.5656
Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care
Independent and Assisted Living
Memory Care, Assisted Living and Adult Day Program
Independent and Assisted Living
Wellness Weekend at HillStead: April 13, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hill-Stead Museum, 35 Mountain Road, Farmington.
Sunday Men's Group - SPH: April 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m. St. Paul Parish, 485 Alling St., Kensington. Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny: April 14, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Adults, $9; children under 12, $5. Italian Club, 16 Harding St., Berlin. 860-9953200. troop256kensington@ gmail.com. Wellness Weekend at HillStead: April 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hill-Stead Museum, 35 Mountain Road, Farmington.
12871_seniors_combo open house_6.958x6_kwc.indd 1
3/11/19 11:12 AM
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A11
BHS Hall of Fame team for football in 1998 and 1999 and he was a Northwest Conference All-Academic Team selection all four years. Also, he was selected to the New Haven Register Honorable Mention All-State team for football in 1998 and 1999.
All-NESCAC second team selection in 2001 and 2003 and a first team selection in 2003.
In 2001 and 2003, he won the Walter MacNaughten Memorial Award for Outstanding Baseball Achievement and was the team capBaseball was the sport where tain in 2002 and 2003. Robinson really excelled. He In 2002 and 2003, he was the recipient of the pitched four complete Coaches Award in 1997games against Little 3 rivals Bill Robinson, 1998, he was All-Northwest Amherst and Williams, with Conference in 1997, 1998 Class of 1999 and 1999, he was a CHSCA/ two shutouts, a 1.29 ERA Bill Robinson was a threeand a 4-0 record. sport athlete, participating in Hartford Courant All-State selection, and participated In 2003, he broke the allfootball, basketball and in the CHSCA All-State base- time career hits record in his baseball. ball game in 1999 at Fenway final at bat. He was a member of the var- Park. Robinson graduated in 2003 sity basketball and football The 1999 BHS baseball team with seven all-time individteam, being selected to the won the Class L state cham- ual records, including career All-Northwest Conference pionship and was ranked hits, RBIs and doubles. He third in the state. Robinson was the 2003 Wesleyan Male hit .540 during his senor sea- Athlete of the Year and gradson and .886 in the state uated with a bachelor of arts tournament. degree. He went on to reAlso, he was the MVP of the ceive his masters in 2005. In 2015, he was inducted into 1999 American Legion state the Wesleyan Baseball Hall tournament, batting .650. The Timberlin Women’s of Fame. Golf Club is looking for Robinson went to Wesleyan women to join the 18-hole University, where he contin- Robinson works for Zendesk golf group. The group meets ued his outstanding baseball as a strategic account executive in Boston. He lives in April 20 through Oct. 12 and career. The team won the Essex with his wife, schedules weekly tournaLittle 3 championship in Stephanie, and their 2ments Tuesdays and Thurs2000 and 2002. He was an month old son, Charlie. He days as well as 10 major tournaments throughout the season. Contact Anna Savic at 860-874-5407 or annasavic@comcast.net.
Timberlin 18hole golf club
RICH’S CITGO III
Lady Niners
For more information, contact Shiela at shielak@comcast.net.
IT’S ALL HERE!
Local Classified Listings.
SPRING SPECIAL
29
$
99
OIL CHANGE, LUBE, & FILTER
15
$
95
Flush & Check Radiator up to 2 Gallons of Coolant, Check Belts, Hoses & Thermostat. Parts Extra. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/19.
Includes free tire rotation & free 21 Point Inspection. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/19.
FAIL YOUR EMISSIONS TEST?
ELECTRONIC TUNE-UP 4 CYL $3995 6 CYL $4995 8 CYL $5995
We can diagnose your problem
2995
$
Does not include repair work. One coupon per customer. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/19.
Includes plugs & full inspection. Parts extra. One coupon per customer. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/19.
29
$
Robinson
Surgical Weight Loss Information Sessions In this FREE educational seminar, learn more about: • Surgical weight loss and a review of procedures offered • Risks and benefits of surgery • Weight loss outcomes and details on the program process • Plus, Q&A with the surgeon
Tues., Apr. 9 | 12 noon Tues., Apr. 23 | 6 pm Center for Metabolic Health 11 South Road, Farmington
95
Most cars. With coupon only. Expires 12/31/19.
10%
The Berlin Hal of Fame ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 3:30 p.m., at the Aqua Turf, 556 Mulberry St., Plantsville, For ticket information, contct Diane Egazarian at 860-828-0635 or degazarian@sbcglobal.net. Visit bhshallof.org.
Presented by Dr. Edward Hannoush
ENGINE SCAN TEST
208911v7
The Lady Niners Golf League is accepting members. The group plays Thursday mornings, mid-April through September. An informational meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 10 a.m., at Par For the Course Restaurant at Timberlin Golf Course.
• OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE • FREE DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE • ALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVE NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOF • WE WORK ON FOREIGN & DOMESTIC VEHICLES
is active in the local sailing community, serving on the boards of several area yacht clubs. He currently serves as the Regatta Chairman at the Essex Corinthian Yacht Club and is co-chair of the annual CT River Leukemia Cup Regatta.
SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT
Edward Hannoush, MD
Fri., Apr. 12 | 12 noon Mon., Apr. 22 | 6 pm Presented by Dr. Aziz Benbrahim Hartford HealthCare HealthCenter 61 Pomeroy Avenue, Meriden
Aziz Benbrahim, MD
Registration is required.
116 MAIN STREET • KENSINGTON, CT • 860-828-1155 Mon–Fri 8AM–6PM, Sat 8AM–Noon
Attendees must be 18 years old or above.
whatwillyougain.org | 1.855.792.6258
12873 Central Region Com Ed Medical & Surgical Weight Loss 3.417x7 bw.indd 1
R214224
The Berlin High School Hall of Fame Class of 2019 is: Edward Magruda (Class of 1937), Kenneth Burt (Class of 1957), Sean Garrison (Class of 1990), Joy Cooper (Class of 1992), Bill Robinson (Class of 1999), Kyle Zarotney (Class of 2006), and the 2006 CIAC Division III state championship boys basketball team.
3/18/19 2:57 PM
A12
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A dietitian’s 4 tips for healthy eating By Ashley Kus Record-Journal staff
sat down with Maryann Meade, registered dietitian and certified diabetes eduWALLINGFORD — In a cator of nutrition and wellworld full of processed to-go ness, at her Oakdale Circle food and fad diets, it can be office to talk about afforddifficult to find healthy opable ways to eat healthier. tions when it comes to meal- Her practice is called time. Maryann Meade & AssociThe Record-Journal recently ates
According to the latest National Dietary Guidelines from the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, about half of the U.S. population has a preventable diet-related illness like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity. Check with your doctor or a dietician before starting any diet.
Organize your plate According to Meade, a typical meal should follow the USDA’s “My Plate” model which divides food into appropriate portions. The plate guide was introduced as a replacement for the food pyramid, previously used to group foods by Maryann Meade, registered dietitian of Maryann Meade & what should be consumed Associates, talks the plate guide and how to portion food. the least and what should be Ashley Kus, Record-Journal consumed the most. The plate guide, shaped like a dinner plate, measures portions by individual calorie needs, height, weight, age and physical activity level. The standard plate should be half fruits and vegetables, a quarter protein like beans or poultry and a quarter grains or starch like rice.
“The plate is an easy way for people to think about portions without measuring everything,” Meade said. “This way you’re going to get all the nutrients you need.”
Eat fruits and vegetables Meade said many people she has advised over the years do not eat fruits and/ or vegetables every day. She said she often sees people who fill half their plate with protein and devote a smaller See Healthy, A13
Complete Dental Care For The Entire Family
Budget
Complete Affordable Family Dental Care!
10% Senior Discount Call Now For A FREE Consultation NO NEED to be without TEETH
5 Styles starting at $250*
DENTURES UPPER OR LOWER Extractions and Dentures at same appointment! Relines and Repairs while you wait.
Dentures available in 24 hours
MERIDEN 203.238.7968
533 S. Broad St. Townline Sq. Plaza
501 Boston Post Rd. Liberty Sq. Plaza
214079
R213809v1
*Offer expires on 4/30/19 *Must present coupon to receive special offer.
newenglanddentalct.com
referendum. It never has, it never will,” Rosso said. “People who are happy with it don't bother, the people who vote against it come out. So we're going to be back here.” Republican Deputy Mayor Brenden Luddy said, "they may surprise us, they may vote for the budget. It's still an increase over last year, there's still going to be a tax increase and if it comes back to us we'll have a chance to review it.”
ORANGE 203.799.3311
All denture material ADA Approved.
From A1
dleithyessian@ record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Healthy
R-J EDITORIAL
Novel program was good move
While it’s too early to determine if recidivism is lower among the TRUE program unit inmates (such data is collected after inmates have been out for three years, and the unit is only two years old), the unit's population has fewer discipline incidents than the prison at large. It reflects well on our state, and on former Gov. Dannel Malloy, that Connecticut is willing to look at what’s going on in other countries and rethink how we run a correction system. The TRUE program was created after Malloy and prison officials visited Germany to see how that country handles incarceration. Recently, CBS aired a “60 Minutes” episode on the TRUE unit at the Cheshire prison. The state has a similar program for women at York Correctional Institution. TRUE stands for truthfulness, respecting, understanding and elevating. The program, which operates in a separate unit of the prison, takes in young offenders from the general population who qualify and pairs them with older inmate-mentors. Inmates are given more responsibilities and the unit has a more relaxed atmosphere.
From A12
portion to fruits and vegetables, or no fruit and vegetables at all. Depending on the individual, one and a half to two cups of fruit is advised daily, with an additional two to three cups of vegetables.
"There are a lot of other (states) and organizations that come through to tour the facility," said Andrius Banevicius, state Department of Correction spokesman.
A cup can be raw or cooked, fresh, frozen, or canned and can be whole or mashed.
South Carolina and Massachusetts have established similar units. Banevicius said the rate of incidents is “much, much lower” in the TRUE unit than in the general population of the prison.
Meade said one of the few diets approved by dietitians like herself is the Mediterranean diet, a food plan that is low in red meat intake, high in healthy fats and includes a lot of fruits and vegetables. Meade said the biggest obstacle to eating healthy is bad habits.
Be cautious of diets
“You should be finished after dinner, you shouldn’t be eating all night,” she said of
Meade said she cautions against diets like the Ketogenic diet, a popular trend currently, because they leave out or significantly limit important food groups, like carbohydrates.
TRUE inmates “almost felt as if the older inmates that they were paired with took on a father-figure role," said state Rep. Liz Linehan, D-Cheshire, who toured the unit and spoke to inmates.
“It’s not just something we do temporarily,” Meade said of eating healthy.
Break bad habits
a common damaging habit. “That’s where a lot of people get into trouble and they’re not necessarily hungry they’re just bored.” Meade said popular snacks and drinks like chips and soda shouldn’t be consumed every day. Meal preparations should be included in weekly routines to prevent getting take-out or fast food. More information is available by calling Meade at 203-265-9756. akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter
“Carbohydrates don’t have as many calories actually as some protein foods do,” she said. Diets also do not commonly address the underlying problem and eventually people go back to their bad
"They honestly believed that a lot of the reason they're in the circumstances they're in was that they didn't have good parental involvement." Even before data is available to determine the results of this program, we applaud the former governor and the Connecticut Department of Correction for being open to new ideas and willing to try new approaches to the unending problems involved in criminal justice and incarceration.
Spring recreation programs
Understanding
Thyroid Cancer
The Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration for spring programs. Details are available at town.berlin.ct.us or berlinschools.org. Register online through the Web-Trac program, in person, or by mail.
The Parks and Recreation Department is located at 230 Kensington Road.
In this FREE educational seminar, learn more about: • What causes thyroid cancer • Symptoms • Latest treatments
Monday, Apr. 22 | 6–7 pm Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at The Hospital of Central Connecticut 183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain Conference Rooms A and B Presenter: Carrie Carsello, MD Board-certified Endocrine Surgeon
Berlin Memorial FUNERAL HOME INC.
Whether it is a lost ring, wallet or a Parrot named Oliver, a Classified ad can help track it down.
“Caring Service with a Gentle Hand” 1279090
Carolyn Smith, Owner
208922
An experimental program at Cheshire Correctional Institution is getting national attention for its efforts to reduce recidivism among young convicts.
eating habits.
A13
James Casso, Director www.BerlinMemorialFuneralHome.com www.BerlinMemorial.net
Phone (860) 828-4730 FAX (860) 829-6509
855.HHC.HERE (855.442.4373) THOCC.org/events Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute is the charter member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance.
214026
96 MAIN STREET Kensington, CT 06037
Registration is required
Special prizes will be awarded for: MostA14Fish Caught, Longest Fish Caught, and Heaviest Fish Caught.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
2019 PRE-DAFFODIL FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Scouting
Henry Davis, a member of Troop 41, has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, scouting’s highest achievement.
OURMET FOOD TRUCKS SUN, APRIL 14 & SAT, APRIL 20 2019 FROM ACROSS CT
Davis began his scouting career in Cub Scout Pack 13, progressing through that program to become a Webelo and culminating in getting cub scouting’s highest award, the Arrow of Light. He then crossed over to Troop 41, where he held various leadership positions, including Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, Troop Guide and Junior Assistant Scout Master.
MERIDEN ROTARY CLUB 20TH ANNUAL
5K ROAD RACE, 9 AM—7 PM Sat, WALK, April 18 KIDS FUN RUN 10 14, AM—7 PM Sun, AprilSunday, 19 April 2019
During his years with the troop, Davis also enjoyed camping, snowboarding, backpacking, whitewater rafting and the annual summer camp. The highlight of his Boy Scout camping experience was a week spent at the Sea Base High Adventure Camp in the Florida Keys.
Registration 8 AM Kids Fun Run 9:45 AM 5K Race 10 AM
Davis
His Eagle project benefited the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park, where he designed a large rabbit hutch, which he built with the help of his fellow Troop 41 scouts.
ILDREN’S CARNIVAL RIDES Info available at racehubbardpark.meridenrotary.org
TAG SALE!
Davis also attended the BSAsponsored National Youth Leadership Training program, learning skills that served him well with his interactions both within and outside of the troop.
CONNECTICUT’S LARGEST
Sat, April 18 Sun, April 19
Saturday, April 20
Davis is a first-year student at Western New England University in Springfield, where he is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is the son of Andrew and Carol Davis of East Berlin.
9 AM–2 PM, Rain or Shine
Under the Festival Tent Hubbard Park, West Main Street, Meriden, CT
CHILDREN’S
10 AM—7SUDOKU PM
CARNIVAL RIDES
wristbands available Saturday, NOON—7 April 20PM SAT & SUN. 10 AM–7 PM Individual tickets also available. $25 wristbands available. Individual tickets also available. NOON—7 PM SAT & SUN. (weather permitting) PARKING IS PERMITTED IN HUBBARD PARK FORALL EVENTS ON SAT, APRIL 20 & SUN, APRIL 21
PARKING IS PERMITTED IN www.daffodilfest.com HUBBARD PARK FOR ALL EVENTS ON SAT, APRIL 18 & SUN, APRIL 19 Refreshments for purchase will be available to all park visitors all weekend
213124
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
A15
Athletes
nis, you have to play tennis,” he said. “But for track and field it's really about strength From A5 and conditioning and diet, making sure that you're eating BHS track coach Steve Soucy enough to stay at full energy said Mroczkowski is among levels. So there's a lot of little the best track performers in things that in track become the country, having placed magnified and more imporseventh in this year’s New tant, especially at the level Pat Balance National Champiis in.”
onship in New York City.
"She had many, many opportunities and for her to choose UConn is equally good for UConn. She's going to be one of their top athletes," he said. Soucy said track athletes, who can be at meets for 10 to 12 hours, have to show determination and focus during competitions and in their training. “To become really good at football, you have to play football. To become good at ten-
Lindsay Fanelli, Gianni Fanelli’s mother, said the signing ceremony was just as impactful for parents like herself who shuttled kids to practice and watched from the sidelines for years. "It's just a very proud moment for us all. He's come so far, watching him evolve and get here is a great moment," she said.
She said being a part of the baseball team has made her son more confident and given him a great opportunity.
Tolls
“You want out-of-state people to pay their fair share for the use of our highway, I get From A8 it. But in my opinion that’s what makes Connecticut so members to hold off on votdesirable and so quaint and ing. His district also inwhy so many people who cludes part of Southington. work in New York City live Berlin Republican Councilor in Fairfield County,” he said. Alex Giannone said he could “People are voting on it up at the state capitol and passunderstand some of the points being made by legis- ing it along and if we wait lators in favor of tolls, but he too long we’re going to get worries the plan could make behind the eight ball.” the state uncompetitive with dleithyessian@ its neighbors. record-journal.com
BOE From A6
School District Performance Highest SAT scores in our DRG in Math and fourth in Reading and Writing
Getting
backs
on track. Introducing the Spine Center at The Hospital of Central Connecticut. The Center assists adults with back and neck pain, as well as injuries. Our team includes a variety of specialists who help set you on the right track for recovery.
of the Town Budget.
We treat:
The town did not accept any of the Building and Site or Capital Equipment requests made by the BOE and submitted with the BOE Budget.
• • • •
Student Population and Staff
Willard named a School of Distinction by the CT State Department of Education
Population is expected to stabilize over the next 10 years
Advanced Placement Award – First Women’s Diversity
Reductions made over the last 5 years:
School Improvements and Equipment (Building & Site and Capital Equipment)
-22 Teachers
Both of these accounts do not reside in the BOE Operational Budget but are part
-1 Custodian
Back injuries Acute pain Spinal stenosis Sciatica
• Bulging, herniated and degenerative discs • Pinched nerves • Muscle spasms
Our team includes neurological and orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists, physical therapists, radiologists, and pain management specialists.
To schedule an appointment call 860.224.5535 Open Monday through Friday • Walk-ins accepted 8 am to 4 pm
-2 Administrators 100 Grand Street, Suite 170, New Britain
12896 HOCC Spine Center ad 5.188x10.5_4C.indd 1
214048
-2.5 Secretaries
3/22/19 12:56 PM
A16
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Hatchery Cornerstone
cycle to everything, everything has to move around the hatchery in a timely fashion.
From A3
Real Estate llc
Q: What are some obstacles you run into when raising the fish here?
Office (860) 828-7877 Fax (860) 828-5797 Cell (860) 883-7091 E-mail: djutras@sbcglobal.net
Hays : You’re working in all kinds of weather conditions. Assuming that the power stays on, the wells keep running, everything goes relatively smoothly. There’s a
Derek Jutras Broker/Owner
BERLIN - One level living in this one-owner Ranch. 3bdrm. 1 bth. Finished basement, wood flrs. Screened porch. Large level back yard w/detached 2 car garage. $209,900 Betsy Cooney 860-966-4296
NEW PRICE!
BERLIN - Beautiful 4bdrm 3 full bath Colonial in an outstanding location. Open Flr. Plan. Updated kit with custom cabs, granite, ss applics. Double ovens, Island & breakfast bar. Formal DR & LR. 22x11 family rm with cath. ceilings. Floor to ceiling FP. Skylights & slider to private back yard. Wood flrs throughout. $364,900 Derek Jutras 860-883-7091
If a kink gets in the works there it really slows everything down...I had a well freeze overnight and it was actually frozen, we had to put heaters in to get it thawed out. Q: Why do you like what you do?
FLANDERS WEST APARTMENTS 1–3 Darling Street, Southington, CT Studio & One Bedroom Apt. Homes Includes Heat/Hot Water, Appliances Computer & Fitness Center Free Meal Program & Activities Free Shuttle Bus Service Affordable Apartments for Qualified Applicants 50 years of age or older. For more info call 860.621.3954 TTY 711 FlandersWestBC.com
Hays : One of the best things is when we stock the fish because all the kids on opening day get to see the fish and that’s a really good experience. I do a lot of tours
here, I bring school kids in and I get to show them everything from an egg to an adult salmon that’s 25 pounds.
Teacher
teaching that we have in our school and we always want to provide the best teaching and learning possible for our students,” Eustis said.
From A1
lessons she learned from Bosso as a student decades ago. "I've had the privilege to work alongside you, learn from you and grow under your tutelage,” Amenta said during a ceremony at the school April 2. “Over 20 years later and your teaching never stopped.”
Bosso shared the accomplishment with his fellow teachers and others who guided him along his career. "There are so many people … who I look up to as exemplars and I hope to emulate them and they are deserving of some recognition,” he said. “So I see it in relationship to that, that this recognition, as amazing as it is, is a reflection of all of those who have impacted my life.”
Principal Eileen Eustis said Bosso also deserves the honor because of his work broadening his knowledge outside of the classroom. "I think it speaks to the caliber of
205263
STUFF TO SELL?
WE CELEBRATE TALENT! Congratulations to our Top Producer for 2018!
Do you have a subscription already?
Call Us.
Activate your digital access today:
203-238-1953 BERLIN - Move in cond. 4bdrm.Col. in great location. Huge eat in kit.w/custom cab.and built ins. Formal DR. Front to back LR w/FP & bay win. Overlooking priv. 1.12acre lot. Hrdwd flrs through out all refinished. Freshly painted rms. 1st. flr. laundry. Walkout bsmt w/FP. $349,900 Derek Jutras 860-883-7091
/allaccess
Chris Benson Rose
NEW PRICE!
“Trust the Experts”
185 West Main St. • 860-893-0093 PLAINVILLE
56 Neal Court BERLIN
488 New Britain Rd. • 860-828-1783
OPEN HOUSE! SUN. 1PM – 3PM 65 QUARRY LN UNIT #65. BERLIN, CT Luxury 55+ Active Adult Community. Maintenance free living with very spacious floor plan. Great room for entertaining with gas fire place open to dining area that leads to oversized deck, kitchen and great room, leads to formal dining room. First floor master suite, with tub and shower, walk in closet, first floor laundry. Second floor has 2 guest rooms and additional full bath with tub/ shower. Large finished walk out basement with full bath, kitchenette, dining area with slider to patio, living room area, bedroom and plenty of storage all on the lower level. Beautifully professionally landscaped, snow removal and landscaping done for you.
$319,900 181 STILLWELL DR. PLAINVILLE, CT To be built. Raised ranch in existing neighborhood with unfinished lower level for future expansion or in-law apartment. This home plan features a master bedroom with tray ceiling and fully tiled shower. The open floor plan includes living room with gas fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Lower level has a slider accessing the back yard. Builder/agent related.
$144,900 24 SCHOOLHOUSE CROSSING, UNIT # 24. WETHERSFIELD, CT
OPEN HOUSE! SUN. 1PM – 3PM 25 LINDA CT UNIT #25. CROMWELL, CT.
Move right into this nicely updated condo! Very clean, bright and beautifully maintained End unit with one car garage. Gas heat and central air, 1 huge bedroom with walk in closet, 1.5 baths, large living room with fireplace and 2 large sliders to private deck. Finished lower level walk out with full laundry and half bath for additional living space. Unit is a PUD so will qualify for FHA, CHFA, VA.
Why rent when you can own this spacious light filled one bedroom condo home. Quite 2nd floor with large balcony overlooking well maintained complex. Short walk to the large pool and tennis courts. Generously sized rooms, with closest galore. Large basement area for plenty of storage. Pets allowed. Very clean and waiting for your personal touches.
$599,000 65 ANGELAS WAY. BURLINGTON, CT To be built 3100sq.ft. 4 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath Colonial with 3 car garage set on 2+ Acre Lot. Similar to picture or custom design your own home. Custom kitchen cabinets with large seated island and granite counters. 1st floor home office or den allows for versatile lifestyle accommodations. Rich hardwood floors and porcelain tile. Come and view 5 different lots to choose from! 214101
www.SalCal.com
898 Farmington Ave BERLIN 860-828-8188 66 Cedar St #202 NEWINGTON 860-666-5607
R208980
NEW BRITAIN
214037
860-828-7877
951 Farmington Ave, Berlin, CT
ERA Sargis-Breen Real Estate Co.
R213798v1
NEWINGTON - Outstanding 4bdrm. Colonial on a private .46acre lot at end of cul-de-sac. Gorgeous large Custom kit. Granite counters,custom cabinetry, huge center island, SS applic. Wood flrs.bay wnd. Fabulous family room wood. beams,walls,trim and surrounded with glass makes it like your sitting outside. Formal front to back LR w/fireplace. Fin. Lower level with wet bar,workshop and 1/2bth. 1st flr. laundry. Gas utilities. New C/A.$314,900 Derek Jutras 860-883-7091
CROSSWORD ANSWER
SUDOKU ANSWER
860-690-8869
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Distracted driving crackdown
Drivers are continuously ignoring their responsibilities behind the wheel, and dis-
tracted driving is a growing and deadly threat on the roadways. The BPD is teaming up with the Connecticut Department of Transportation during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month to make sure all motorists keep their eyes on the road and their
Burnham Street bridge project set to begin Burnham Street will be closed to through traffic between the intersections with Farmington Avenue and Briar Patch Drive, from approximately April 15 to Nov. 30, due to a project to replace the bridge, according to the Public Works Department.
Terms and conditions of the project require the work to be completed by Nov. 30, which includes closure of the roadway through the bulk of that time-frame.
Periodic updates will be provided on the Town of Berlin website.
hands on the wheel. The Berlin Police Department, NHTSA and the Connecticut Department of Transportation urge drivers to put the phone down when behind the wheel. If you need to text, pull over and park the vehicle in a safe place.
Bring information to the Town Manager’s Office, or call Peter Galgano at 860604-7258.
W
Wollman Realty, LLC
860-829-0313 1034 Farmington Ave Kensington, CT WollmanRealty.com
BERLIN – $275,000
Steve Wollman
17.44 acs on the Chamberlain Hwy, property currently falls under 490 farm tax, hay producing,flat, zoned agriculture or POD, $275,000. Call Steve 860-205-5999
Steve has participated in over $10,000,000 worth of Real Estate transactions in 2018. Hire a proven PROFESSIONAL! Call or email Steve 860-205-5999 steve@wollmanrealty.com
BERLIN – 315,000
Commercial condo in Berlin’s Professional Building. Currently used by Oral Surgeon. Ideal for Dentist,Doctor or Office space. Why pay rent when you can create an asset for your self. $315,000 Call Steve for more details 860-205-5999
KENSINGTON – 535,000
Commercial condo in Berlin’s Professional Building. Currently used by Oral Surgeon. Ideal for Dentist,Doctor or Office space. Why pay rent when you can create an asset for your self. $315,000 Call Steve for more details 860-205-5999
BERLIN – $275,000
warhouse/storage space available on New britain Road includes some office space also, garage door and dock if needed, call Steve 860-205-5999
FREE BUTTON REPLACEMENT ◆ FREE STORAGE
“Quality Service You Can Count On”
860-829-5226 208925
• Dry Cleaning • Shirt Laundering Services •Tailoring & Alterations • Rugs & Leather • Drapes, Quilts & Blankets • Waterproofing
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED 1271998
1287198
JR
Lic. #303285
HEATING & COOLING, LLC
860-793-2686
Servicing all major brands of central heating systems, boilers, central a/c systems & window units!
Call Today to Schedule & Save!
www.jrheatandcool.com
R209109
203-238-1953
The back of this home is a wall of windows to enjoy the 100 mile views. Open floor plan with 4 bed rooms 3.1 bath rooms, Recently update master bath with double sinks, jacuzzi and a glass encloses shower, loft office area, lower level has been finished for an additional 1000 sq ft with walk out, Call Steve for further details 860-205-5999
CT Lic. # 180640
Berlin residents and/or their immediate family members who have served, or who are currently serving in the
Call Us.
KENSINGTON – $475,000
SERVICE DIRECTORY
There are currently 130 veterans on the wall. A video slideshow, shown on a 46inch TV, plays in a loop every day the Town Hall is open.
STUFF TO SELL?
Tickets are $9 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Photos with the Easter Bunny are available for $5. For more information, contact Caroline at troop256kensington@gmail.com or 860995-3200.
213959
The wall, located in the rotunda of Town Hall, is “Dedicated To All Who Proudly Served To Protect Our Country."
military, are welcome to be included on the Veterans Digital Wall of Honor.
Boy Scout Troop 256 has scheduled its 11th annual all-you-can eat Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny for Sunday, April 14, 8 a.m. to noon, at Italian Club, 16 Harding St.
For more information, visit trafficsafetymarketing.gov.
Vets Digital Wall of Honor The Berlin Veterans Commission dedicated the Berlin Veterans Digital Wall of Honor on Nov. 15, 2018.
April 14 Easter Bunny breakfast
208923
The Berlin Police Department plans to be out, in full force, April 11 through 15, looking for distracted drivers, as part of the U Drive. U Text. U Pay. campaign.
A17
A18
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Legal Notices & Classifieds
Reach over 310,000 readers. Call us today 203-238-1953
RJ MEDIA GROUP | Record-Journal | myrecordjournal.com | HOMEBASE Digital | Berlin Citizen | Cheshire Citizen | North Haven Citizen | Plainville Citizen | Southington Citizen | Town Times | The Post Swimming Pools and Help Wanted Lost and Found Legal Notices Wanted To Buy Spas
LEGAL NOTICE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT COLLECTOR’S NOTICE
STAFF ACCOUNTANT RJ Media Group is seeking a staff accountant for our accounting and finance team. This role is responsible for producing financial data for the Company, recording transactions, managing cash, completing month-end closings, and performing general ledger analytics. Qualified candidates will have experience with general ledger accounting systems, have proficient knowledge of database, accounting, and reporting software, be proficient in spreadsheet design, have strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills. Additionally a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required along with 3-5 years of experience in accounting/audit. RJ Media Group is a 150 year old, family- owned company that publishes the Record-Journal, 8 weekly community newspapers, and myrecordjournal.com, We deliver the hyper-local news that citizens want, as well as the audience that businesses need. For consideration please send resume and cover letter to: Courtney Wengenroth, HR Manager, cwengenroth@rjmediagroup.com RJ Media Group is an EOE THE TOWN OF BERLIN PHARMACIST IS ACCEPTING ENTRY & PHARMACY LEVEL APPLICATIONS FOR POLICE OFFICER TECHNICIANS & PUBLIC SAFETY Experience preferred. DISPATCHER RxHealth Pharmacy The Town of Berlin is Rocky Hill CT. Please an Equal Opportunity submit resume to: Employer bill@rxhealthltc.com The Town of Berlin CHILDREN’S LIBRARIis seeking entry level AN - Town of Cheshire applicants for the posiseeks qualified cantion of Police Officer & didates to apply for 35 hr/wk position in Public Safety Dispatcher. Children’s Services (LApplications for both po5). Starting minimum sitions will be accepted hourly rate: $33.32 until Sunday April 28, Successful candidate 2019 at Midnight. For must have considerable experience planadditional information, ning & performing prorequirements, and appligrams for children of all cation instructions visit ages including infants https://policeapp.com/ and toddlers & their Berlin . families. For further information including job description & apP/T plication process, see AUTO AUCTION the Town’s web site at www.cheshirect.org . DRIVERS Deadline for applying is 4-26-19. MERIDEN, CT: Perfect for retirees, stay at home parents & others. Pay rate $11.00/ hr. Every Thursday rain or shine., 8:30 a.m.-12:30 Advertise with us. p.m. Clean DMV record, 203-317-2312 valid driver’s license, able to drive auto/standard. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen. Call 860525-1109 or apply at www.staffct.com
TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE WORTHINGTON FIRE DISTRICT, BERLIN, CT: Water/Sewer bills have been mailed to all residents of the Worthington Fire District. All persons liable to pay Water/Sewer Fees in, and to, the Worthington Fire District of the Town of Berlin, CT, are hereby notified that payments for the April 2019 Water/Sewer Billing Cycle are due and payable in full on or before Monday, April 1, 2019. SAID CHARGES SHALL BECOME DELINQUENT IF NOT PAID/POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2019. Interest at the rate of 1.5% per month shall be charged from April 1, 2019 if not paid on or before WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2019, subject to a minimum interest charge of $2.00. ANY AND ALL UNPAID BACK CHARGES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE PAYMENT MAY BE MADE ON THE APRIL 2019 WATER/SEWER FEES. Any person who is liable for these charges and who does not receive a bill(s) should contact the Worthington Fire District Tax Collector’s Office at once, by phone at 860828-5630, or in person at 1400 Berlin Turnpike. FAILURE TO RECEIVE A BILL DOES NOT RELIEVE ONE FROM LIABILITY. COLLECTION PLACE: Tax Collector’s Office 1400 Berlin Turnpike Berlin, CT 06037 OFFICE HOURS: Mon–Thurs: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Lynn J. Ferrelli-Goldberg Tax Collector Worthington Fire District R212837 Apartments For Rent
Classifieds Open 8–5 Monday thru Friday. Call Us.
203-238-1953
MERIDEN - 4 rooms, 2nd floor. Call for information, 203-440-4134. PLANTSVILLE - 1.5 room efficiency near I-84, $165/wk inc. heat, hw, a/c and appls. Sec. + ref req. 860-620-0025
Stores and Offices For Rent
Autos Wanted
GROW YOUR BUSINESS
CASH PAID For any Toyota any condition, running or not, crashed okay. Will take other makes and models. (203) 600-4431.
Remodeled office space in historic building in Berlin/Kensington. Easy access, main road. 550 sq. ft. Call 860.828.1848 or 860.930.4772
IT’S ALL HERE!
Local Classified Listings.
IMPOUNDED: - Black Long haired cat vicinity HAYWARD POOL ITEMS - Large Sand filter with of Christian Lane Berlin. top valve, also, 1.5 HP Call Berlin Animal ConSuper AO Smith pump trol 860-828-7055. for inground, plus, 1 IMPOUNDED - German brand new Super Pump Shepherd vicinity of Ormotor, $325. Call (203) chard Road and Cham265 7181. berlain Hwy.; Black Chihuahua mix vicinity of Orchard Road and Wanted To Buy DEE’S ANTIQUES Chamberlain Hwy. Call Buying Collectibles. Berlin Animal Control, 860-828-7055. Jewelry & Silver. 1,2,3 Items or an Estate China. Glass. Military. THE BERLIN POLICE $$$CA$H$$$ Musical. Anything Old Department has found Todd Shamock an iPhone in the area 203.494.1695Estate Sale & Unusual. Single of Savage Hill Road. item to an estate. If you or someone you Service Costume Jewel203.235.8431. know has lost an iP- ry, Antiques, paintings, hone, please contact Meriden-made. GRASSY HILL AUCOfficer Thomas Blake TIONS, - an Estate at (860) 828-6111. You Sale, Liquidation, Attic will need to describe 1-2 ITEMS: China, & Basement Cleanout the phone in order to Silverware, Glass. Company is Always claim your property. Buying and providing Furn., 50’s. Whole Esservices all over Contates. 203.238.3499 Furniture necticut. These are just a FEW of the things DR TABLE - W/6 chairs, we are looking for: AnAARON’S BUYING $250; 2 white dresser’s, tiques, Collectibles, $75 each. 5 oak bar Old Machinist Tools, Old/ Vintage Toys, Mustools, $75. All in very sical Instruments (SaxLathes, BenchTools, good condition. Call Hand Tools & more. (203) ophones, Trumpets, Vi(860) 810-7136. olins, Flutes, Clarinets, 525-0608 Trombone & SO MUCH MORE) Advertising Items, Wristwatches All Cash For (Broken or Not), Pocket MILITARY ITEMS Watches, Tools (Machinist, Woodworking, 203-237-6575 & MORE) Doorstops, Clocks, Oil Paintings, Old Signs, Old Photographs, Old PostALWAYS BUYING cards, Brewery Items, CASH PAID Hunting & Fishing, PEZ SOLID OAK Dining Set, Vintage Electronics, Dispensers, Costume Musical InstruTable seats 20, 8 Chairs, Jewelry, Broken Jewelments, Amps, Ham Hutch, Server, $2,500. ry, Gold & Silver JewelEquipment, HiFi, 860.426.0552 ry, Gold & Silver Coins, Radios, CB, GuiMilitary Items, Swords TRADITIONAL DR SET tars, Audio Equip& Bayonets, Helmets & - Seats 6, w/lighted ment, Antiques. Patches, Medals & Unihutch, good cond., 860-707-9350 forms, Pocket Knives, $400; Green microfiber Lighters & Pipes, Foun90” couch, recliners on tain Pens, Mechanical each end, $200; Craft- ALWAYS BUYING OLD Pencils, Fraternal Order matic twin bed with TOOLS. - Wanted old, Items, Religious Items, head and foot control, used and antique hand Industrial Items, Winno headboard, $150; tools, MACHINIST chester Items, Sikorsky Art deco armoire, wawoodworking, engravItems, Pratt & Whitney terfall design, good ing and work bench Items, Colt Items, Nacond., $500. Call or tools. Additional antive American Items, text (860) 316-7221, tique and vintage items Vintage Electronics, can text photos. may also be of interest. Slot Cars, Toy Trucks, Please call with confiMatchbox & Hotdence. Fair offers made Appliances wheels, Barbie’s, Folk in your home. CoryArt, Statues, Bronzes, 860.322.4367 AFFORDABLE - Used Trains, Cameras, Mid Dryers, washers, fridgCentury Modern Fures, stoves, repairs niture, Straight Razors, available. Wallingford, ANTIQUES - Always Shaving Items, Political 475-201-9001. buying old; Toys, Items, Comic Books, military, jewelry, art, Sports Cards & Autowatches, musical Miscellaneous For Sale graphs…& THE LIST instruments, signs, GOES ON! So please arcade games, 6” DOBSONIAN TELEgive us a call at your cameras, pre 1970 SCOPE - W/all accesearliest convenience. sports memorabilsories. FREE. (860) 869 Grassy Hill Auctions ia, plus more. One 9515. 203-868-1816 - Grassy item or entire estate HillAuctions.com MERRYTHOUGHT - Tedcontents. Call 860dy Bear Collection. Call 718-5132. Dennis, 203-641-7333.
Wood Fuel Heating BUYING MACHINIST Equipment TOOLBOXES - Tools TREE LENGTH & tooling, contents of machine shops, home FIREWOOD workshops and small CALL FOR DETAILS lathes. Call anytime 203-238-2149 860-985-5760
RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Please & Thank you.
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com Wanted To Buy
Businesses & Services Bookkeeping And Accounting
***NEED EXTRA CASH?*** Always buying coins, gold, silver, antiques, collectibles, estate & broken or unwanted jewelry. Live auction & estate services. Rick’s Antiques & Coins, 428 N. Colony Rd., Rt. 5, Wlfd. 203.269.9888. ricksantiques andcoins.com
Musical Instruments Instruction
Tag Sale
Attics and Basements Cleaned GARY WODATCH
Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages, debris removal. Quick, courteous svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Cell, 860-558-5430
Electrical Services - All Systems Electric LLC Electrical Wiring & More! Generators, Security & Fire Alarms, Data Wiring, Roof De-Icing FREE ESTIMATES! CT# 0187714-E1 Visit us at www.ase-ct.com 860-436-4957
CORNERSTONE
Excavating Waterlines, sewer, septic, drainage, sidewalks, additions, tank removal, pavers. Lic# 571435, Ins. & refs. Call (203) 379-0913.
Landscaping
Landscaping
Specializing in roofing, siding, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, basement remodeling. Senior citizen discount Insured. Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
203-238-1953
House Cleaning
COMM. & RES. - Spring Cleanups, lawn mowing, aerating, hedge trimming, mulching, retaining walls, patios, walkways, much more. Free Est. 203.687.0936
POLISH/ENGLISH Speaking woman to clean house w/care. 3rd cleaning 50% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. 860-268-2301
Gary Wodatch Landscaping. Hedge&tree trimming. Trim overgrown properties. Calls returned. #620397. 860-558-5430
JT’S LANDSCAPING LLC - SPRING CLEANUPS, Top Quality Work and ALL your Landscaping Needs. #616311, Fully lic. & ins. 203-213-6528
Gutters
CLEAN & REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more. *SPRING YARD Clean-ups* FREE ESTIMATES. LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218.
IF YOU Mention This Ad SPRING Yard Clean-Ups Brush, branches, leaves, storm damage **JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES Sr. Citizen Discount LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or860575-8218
GUTTERS PLUS 25+yrs. Exp. Call today for Free estimate. 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887
Handyperson HOME DOCTOR - Roofing, remodeling, carpentry, plumbing, odd jobs. former Navy Seal. #640689, 203.427.7828
FABIAN MASONRY Stonework, walks, patios, landscaping, trees, mulch, cleanups. 860.331.4060, 203.648.8198.
HAVE DUMP TRUCK. Reg. Ins. Free on-site est. Attics, basements, garages, appliances & more. Any questions?
JM Lawn Care Lawn Mowing, Spring Cleanup, Hedge Trimming, Mulch, any color. 860.796.8168
Roofing
Roof Repair or Replacement, Chimney Repair, Skylight Replacement. Free est. CT #0651199 (860) 877-3006
Roofing-Siding-Skylights Chimney Repair-Flashing Lic. #0649808 203-510-3830 Free Estimates/Insured
GP MASONRY - All masonry work. Lic. & Ins. 203.217.7278.
LAWN MAINTENANCE SPECIALS Mulching, landscape design. (860) 406-2771.
Junk Removal
CORNERSTONE
150 TAG SALES In one location under the Festival Tent on Saturday, April 20, 2019, 9AM to 2PM Hubbard Park, 999 W. Main Street, Meriden, CT THE MERIDEN DAFFODIL FESTIVAL COMMITTEE Presents CT’s LARGEST TAG SALE 150 vendors gathered in one convenient location offering for sale an eclectic collection of goods, trinkets & treasures; vintage household items, toys, tools, collectible items and so much more. Food will be available for purchase. RAIN OR SHINE www.daffodilfest.com
Lawn and Garden
$25/yard delivered, 3 yd, $100 min. delivery Call Jim 860-982-4819
Fencing Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-4283. CT Reg #601060.
203-238-1953
VERY NICE SCREENED TOPSOIL
#1 Cheap Spring Clean-Up Sm. Yard Lawn Mowing Cemetery Plot Maint. Light Hauling & Misc. (Senior & Veteran Disc.) Mike’s Helping Hands 203-600-3836
STUFF TO SELL? Call Us.
A19
Get Listed. Get Calls. Get Results.
Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of Masonry fence. Res/Comm. AFA A & A LAWNCARE - Free Joe’s Lawn Care estimates! Spring cleanCert. Ins’d. Call John ALEX MASONRY - 30 yrs. accepting new Res./ ups, tree, shrub, hedge, Uvino 203-237-4283. CT exp. Patios, Ret. Walls, Comm accounts for lawn & debris removal. Call Reg #601060. Steps, Brick, Stone, cutting, spring cleanJim 203.237.6638 Chimneys. #580443. up, mulching, irrigation, 203-232-0257 or 203ACCEPTING - new cuslandscape design and 596-0652 tomers for wkly mowother lawn concerns. ing, thatching, spring Free est. Fully ins. & lic. cleanup, stone & mulch. CT#0642326. Ryan 860.515.1302 (203) 631-7444.
TEC ELECTRICAL
Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work. 24 hr. Emergency Service. Small Jobs Welcome. 203.237.2122
K&A ENTERPRISES
Tag Sales
Home Improvements
NEED HELP - Invoicing, AHEARN BUILDERS collecting, A/R, general bookkeeping? Focus Additions, Decks, Siding, on growing your busiDoors, Windows, Reness & leave the rest to modeling. 860.346.0409 me 860-302-6743.
G&Z ELECTRIC - For All Electrical needs. Family owned. Reasonable Prices. 203-850-2966. Music By Roberta Perform. Instruct voiceall ages+levels. Piano begin.-interm. 860-406-4676.
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Spring Cleanups, Tree Removal & much more! A & A Lawn Maint. 860.719.3953
Lawn and Garden
JIMMY’S MASONRY Over 28 years of exp. Stonewalls, patios, sidewalks, chimneys, pool areas, fireplaces, fire pit steps, all types of masonry work. Free est. (860) 274-4893.
Painting Wallpapering A-1 Quality House Painting 20 years exp., low rates/ free est. Call Dennis 203.630.0008
Plumbing
MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION Screened Topsoil $25 per yd; Sand-$15 per yd; Millings-$10 per yd; Screened Millings $14 per yd; Clean Fill $8 per yd: $100 minimum delivery. No pickup truck service. Minimum 16 yd pickup at our yard. Call Jim @ 860-982-4819 for delivery
ROOFING, SIDING, WINDOWS, DECKS & REMODELING. 203-639-0032 email: info@ gonzalezconstruction llc.com Fully Licensed & Insured Reg #577319
GEORGE J MACK & SONS - Servicing the Meriden area since 1922. Toilet, faucet, sink & drain repairs. Water heater replacements. 15% Sr citizen disc. Member of BBB. 203-238-2820
Power Washing A-1 Quality Powerwashing Low Rates Call Dennis 203.630.0008
Yalesville Construction Specializing in all phases of residential & commercial roofing. Senior citizen discount Insured Free est. 203-265-5200 HIC#0631937
Tree Services Gary Wodatch LLC Tree Removal All calls returned. CT#620397 Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860-558-5430
A20
The Berlin Citizen | theberlincitizen.com
Thursday, April 11, 2019
» BASEMENT WATERPROOFING » BASEMENT FINISHING » BASEMENT STRUCTURAL REPAIRS Before
» HUMIDITY & MOLD CONTROL » & NASTY CRAWL SPACES, TOO!
OFF
500
$
Any Full Perimeter Waterproofing System with Sump Pump Cannot be combined with any other offer. Not valid for prior work, must be presented and redeemed at time of estimate. Expires 3/31/19
After
844-269-3080
CONTACT US TODAY FOR A HIC. 0526823
FREE ESTIMATE
BasementsinBerlinCitizen.com
Basement to Our finishing system is designed specifically for basement environments. All products are waterproof and resistant to damage from moisture, mold and mildew. Before
» Insulated Walls
» Custom Designed » 50 Year Warranty
» Mold Resistant
» Waterproof
» Humidity Control
OFF
$1,000
Any Total Basement Finishing project. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Not valid for prior work. Must be presented and redeemed at time of estimate. Expires 3/31/19
After 210655