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Friday, December 11, 2009

Sharing, seniors to seniors

North Haven High School seniors and children from the school’s pre-school don Santa caps and sing holiday tunes for local senior citizens. Citizen photo by Kyle Swartz

By Kyle Swartz The North Haven Citizen

The 14th annual North Haven High School “Sharing with Seniors” breakfast provided the outgoing class an opportunity to thank and learn from the town’s senior citizens. Sponsored by the NHHS senior class, the Dec. 8 event treated the town’s senior citizens to breakfast, music, prizes, and the eager ears of the college-bound students. The senior citizens filled the NHHS cafeteria, which was decorated for the holidays, and shared the tables with the high school seniors “It’s nice to socialize with the senior citizens,” said NHHS senior Samantha Santore of the event. “It’s about getting involved in the town. I’m glad I got to help out.” Dignitaries attended to show their thanks to the senior citizens. The school brass ensemble and chorus provided enter-

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Burns continues to press for town meeting on job elimination By Kyle Swartz The North Haven Citizen The shift in Town Hall leadership has momentarily stalled the case of Robert Burns versus the town of North Haven. Town attorney Dick Parrett, assigned to the case by former First Selectman Janet McCarty, successfully filed for a motion for extension on Nov. 11. Parrett said his wish for extra time was prompted by McCarty’s defeat in the Nov. 3 municipal elections. He has until Dec. 28 to move forward with the case. Burns’ town engineertwo position was eliminated with the passing of the town budget on March 18 by the Board of Finance, which also voted against restoring the position on April 15. Burns’ petition

for a special town meeting to vote on the reinstallation of his position was denied by the Board of Selectman on May 4, even though it contained signatures of 20 town residents qualified to vote. McCarty and selectman Steve Fontana voted against Burns, while selectman Michael Freda was in favor of recognizing the petition. In response, Burns’s attorney Chip Walsh of Licari, Walsh, and Sklaver, New Haven, filed for a writ of mandamus to request that a higher court overrule the May 4 decision. Parrett’s attempt to quash the application for mandamus was denied by New Haven judge Robert Berdon on Sept. 30, pushing the case toward a trial. Meanwhile, Freda was See Burns, page 5

Middle school pet contest

The North Haven Middle School Student Council recently held their “My Favorite Pet Contest”. Over 142 photos of pets from birds, cats, dogs, fish, and guinea pigs to ferrets were submitted for consideration. The winners were “Bullseye,” a guinea pig owned by 6th grader Collin Smith, and “Smokey,” the mastiff dog owned by Kayla Gomez, a 7th grader, and her 6th grade brother, Kyle. Proceeds from this fundraiser were donated to Animal Haven of North Haven. The winning pets were invited to attend the Dec. 3 student council meeting where they were presented with their awards. Also recognized for his dedication and hard work was North Haven Middle School crossing guard, Tom Mooney. The student council advisor is Karen Spencer, 6th grade guidance counselor.

The North Haven Citizen — Friday, December 11, 2009

Resource officer enjoys his proactive role

Citizen photo by Kyle Swartz

By Kyle Swartz The North Haven Citizen

Inside Calendar.................16 Marketplace............23 Faith .......................23 Health.......................8 Letters ....................14 Obituaries ...............11 Seniors ...................18

Web update Last week’s poll question: Are you optimistic about the future of North Haven under the new Town Hall leadership? Out of 15 votes, 93 percent voted yes and seven percent said no Poll question for this week: Have you finished your holiday shopping? Vote online at www.NorthHavenCitizen.com

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As the North Haven police department’s school resource officer, Matt Falcon is charged with upholding the safety of the town’s public schools. He walks school hallways in full uniform however, he is not an enforcer. “I am here more to help kids make positive choices then to get arrests,” Falcon said. “I work with students, guidance, teachers, school

administrators and school psychologists. We’re one big think-tank with one common goal, and that’s a safe environment.” Falcon is part of North Haven’s improved public school safety system, which includes locked entrances and increased security cameras. He spends most of his time in the high school, where the student population is older and more numerous. His presence is intended as an asset to the students.

know everything before everybody else.” Such information, tips on thefts, drugs, underage drinking, fights or even which students are more at risk of making poor decisions because of family and personal problems, allows Falcon to communicate with students and offer better life choices. “The school resource officer solves problems before they become major problems,” DiCarlo said. Falcon, the ninth North Haven school resource officer, took the position in 2007,

having joined the town’s force in 2003 out of the University of Connecticut. “Being a police officer is something I wanted to do for the better part of what I can remember,” he said. After working patrol for four years, Falcon expressed interest in the school position when it became vacant. “I wanted to do something different,” he said. “It’s so dynamic. On Thursday, I’m giving a speech to Green Acres Elementary School kids about stranger danger. I

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“The school resource officer is there as a police figure, but he’s also somebody that the students can trust and approach,” said North Haven Police Chief James Dicarlo. North Haven began the program in 1992 when the position was becoming commonplace across the country. “Now it’s very popular after Columbine and what not,” said North Haven police officer and former school resource officer Bobby DePalma. Dressed in police garb and armed with an officer’s gear, Falcon commands a presence in the high school hallways. Through the years, the department has experimented with dressing the position in street clothes, finally settling upon full uniform. “I think the position benefits from full uniform because of the presence,” DiCarlo said. “Visitors walk into the school and they see a police officer. Students get more accustomed to talking to a police officer. They begin to see him as an everyday person that they can trust and have a relationship with.” Forming relationships with the students is paramount to the position, according to DePalma. “If you didn’t have that relationship, then the kids would never come to you with any information,” DePalma said. “But because of that relationship, you get a lot of information. The kids

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The Hamden MS Support Group meets at the Hamden Memorial Town Library, at 2901 Dixwell Ave. in Hamden, at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month (Dec. 16). For more information, please contact Allison at (203) 230-8672. For more information on multiple sclerosis and the many ways you can help make a difference, please visit www.ctfightsMS.org or call the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecti-

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ment, writing that while Burns could have filed a union grievance, â&#x20AC;&#x153;it is insufficient reason to summarily grant this motion to quash without a full hearing on this writ of mandamus.â&#x20AC;? Burns is currently in the process of filing a grievance through the town union. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proceeding along on its normal course,â&#x20AC;? Walsh said of the grievance, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but I am not handling it.â&#x20AC;?

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The court will rule on the motion to strike after it receives Parrettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response. If the court continues to find in favor of scheduling a court date for Burns, the case will continue to a trial by judge with witnesses, Parrett said.

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court,â&#x20AC;? Parrett said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very clear.â&#x20AC;? Walsh does not believe that the grievance will pose a threat to Burnsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; court case. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In my opinion, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not important at all,â&#x20AC;? Walsh said of the grievance.

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elected to replace McCarty as First Selectman on Nov. 3, while Fontana was retained on the Board of Selectmen, which now features a Republican majority. The political transfer necessitated that Parrett take time to consider the changes. The motion for extension also comes after a month of maneuvering for both sides. Following Berdonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sept. 30 ruling that the case warranted a court hearing, Parrett filed an answer and special defense on Oct. 30, outlining five specific defenses against the assertions of Walsh. Parrettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defenses argued that Burnsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; claims against North Haven are barred by the North Haven Town Charter and Connecticut General Statutes, that Burns lacks the legal right to prompt the Board of Selectmen to warn the meeting, that restoring the engineer-two position to the budget cannot be done with-

out Board of Finance approval, and that Burns failed to exhaust alternative grievance procedures through the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s union. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I still feel that the whole case will be thrown out,â&#x20AC;? Parrett said when reached for comment. On Nov. 10, Walsh filed a motion to strike four of the five special defenses, targeting all but the grievance defense. In the motion, Walsh claims that besides the grievance defense, the special defenses â&#x20AC;&#x153;have previously been ruled upon by Judge Robert I. Berdon, and are barred by the law of the case doctrine.â&#x20AC;? In his ruling, Berdon wrote that the Connecticut General Statutes mandate Boards of Selectmen to warn special town meetings if a petition is filed with at least 20 signatures from town citizens qualified to vote. The judge also ruled that the appointment of the engineertwo position was a legitimate and proper reason to warn a special town meeting. Additionally, Berdon ruled on the grievance argu-

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Remember When: World War II Pen Pals By Paul Colella The North Haven Citizen

War is a symphony of destruction orchestrated by few and paid for my many. World War II began in Europe on Sept. 1, 1939, when Hitler invaded Poland. The United States entered the war after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. The world was at war from 1939 until the defeat of Germany and Japan in 1945. More than 54 million people, including servicemen and civilians, lost their lives, as did six million Jews and oth-

er minorities who were systematically murdered by Hitler and the Nazis. It has been more than 65 years since the war ended, and today, there are men and women who still remember what life was like during those years of darkness, destruction and uncertainty. North Haven resident Philomena Gambardella, along with many Americans, did her part to help with the war effort. Philomena also did a special thing to help bring hope and friendship to those serving overseas. This is her story.

“I remember being at the Hotel Grand in New Haven on Sunday, Dec. 7, 1941 attending a Communion luncheon when we heard the news of the attack on Pearl Harbor,” recalled Philomena. “Upon hearing the terrible news, everyone left the hotel in silence and sadness. We didn’t even finish our meal.” During her junior and senior years in high school, Philomena wrote for the school newspaper and had a column called “Around the Globe with G.I. Joe.” She wrote letters to servicemen

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ple she corresponded with during the war years, Philomena is reminded of how much she really enjoyed being pen pals with so many people she didn’t know. Writing letters gave her and her correspondents the opportunity to keep in touch while keeping hope alive. The letters were company for lonely soldiers. Philomena explained that all mail was censored and envelopes were reused because paper was in short supply. V-mail was processed through microfilm equipment, producing a miniature photographic negative of the message, and then forwarded for reproduction and delivery. Vmail letters were sent free of postage by members of the Armed Forces. “We didn’t have e-mail, cell phones, televisions, and it was difficult to get through by telephone,” recalled Philomena, “so letters and post cards were the only way of communication. Kind words written on paper kept hope and friendship alive during a very bad time.” Since she was in charge of the column for the school newspaper, Philomena’s assignment was to keep her readers informed of what was going on with the men overseas while providing a friendly communication among those at home, and for those away from home fighting for the cause of freedom, democracy and humanity. Many of Philomena’s letters, post cards, pictures and prayer cards are from various countries, including Japan, Italy, Germany, France, Sweden, Finland, China, Switzerland, England, Ireland, Greece, Egypt, Palestine, Iraq, Cyprus, the Southwest and the Philippines. “I learned about new cultures and new places from people around the world through correspondence,” Philomena said. “Some of them survived the war and returned home safely to

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their families while others died in battle. “My cousin Lt. Paul Monico was killed when a Japanese ship carrying him and fellow prisoners of war was sunk by a submarine’s torpedo,” said Philomena with tears in her eyes. “Also, my friend and neighbor Pfc. Anthony DeSena was killed in action during the invasion of Normandy in 1944. I love and admire them, and all those brave souls who gave their lives for the sake of freedom. Philomena also recalled that her husband Attilio

served in the army and was wounded in action in Europe, but survived. After his release from the hospital, he served in the Air Force with the 93rd Bomber Group in the campaign against Japan in 1945. She also has a letter and picture of her cousin Nicholas LaRosa, who served in the Italian army. When he and his infantry were captured, they were held as prisoners at Fort Dix in New Jersey until the end of the war. “My cousin and his fellow officers were glad to be captured because they were free from Mussolini and the battlefields,” stated Philomena. “After the war, Nicholas returned to Italy and still lives there today with his wife

and family. I also have a letter and photograph of a Japanese-American girl named Helen, who I was pen pals with before the war. Unfortunately, after Pearl Harbor, all Japanese-Americans, including Helen and her family, were sent to relocation camps. I never heard from her again.” Philomena graduated in June 1945. The war ended in September of the same year, and so did her column and pen pal letters. Today, as she looks through the letters and recalls life during a dark period in American history, Philomena is grateful for having the chance to keep hope alive for many brave, selfless and determined individuals who gave their

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lives and made sacrifices so that future generations could live in peace. “My letters and column ‘Around the Globe with G.I. Joe’ will always have a special place in my mind and heart,” replied Philomena. “I truly believe that kind words go a long way. I encourage all of us to remember and support our veterans and the men and women serving in our armed forces today.” When the actions of a particular event or era are over, and we look back in history, we understand more or less what has taken place by reading or studying about it, or listening to stories told by those who lived during those times. For Philomena, mem-

ories of her World War II pen pals are stored in the archives of her mind while giving her comfort in knowing that she helped to bring kindness and hope to those in need during a very trying, dangerous and deeply disturbing time. Life will fade, people will come and go, good times and hard times will try our spirits, but the memories and good deeds, no matter how big or small, will remain. Let your heart, as well as your mind, cherish the memories of yesterday, for they bring comfort and hope for today and tomorrow. It is this purpose of not forgetting that makes us remember, so while we can, we should “remember when.”

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Quinnipiack Valley Health District will be holding community H1N1 (formerly called swine flu) vaccination clinic at Miller Library, 2901 Dixwell Ave. in Hamden, in the Thornton Wilder auditorium on Monday, Dec. 14, from 4 to 7 p.m., and at Beecher School South band room, on Saturday, Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. to noon. The vaccine will be provided free of charge. Persons eligible to receive these vaccines are residents of Bethany, Hamden, North Haven, Orange and Woodbridge in the following vaccination priority groups:

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children younger than 6 months of age; children aged 6 months through 6 years; people age 7 to 64 years who have chronic medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza-related complications; emergency medical services personnel who have direct contact with patients or infectious material; and private elementary, middle or high school students. Residents interested in attending these clinics can make an appointment by calling the Quinnipiack Valley Health District at (203) 248-4528 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Appointments will be scheduled on a first come, first served basis depending

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on availability of the vaccine. Residents are also encouraged to contact your medical provider to determine if you can receive the vaccine at your provider’s office. QVHD is pleased to be able to now offer this free vaccination to a greater number of our residents.

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Willa Mae Gibson Taylor, 89, of The Villages at Mariners Point, East Haven, formerly of Hamden and North Haven, died Dec. 5, 2009, at Laurel Woods, East Haven. She was the wife of the late Arnold “Sunny” Taylor, Sr.

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Michele Tenedine Stoto, 42, of Fitch St., North Haven, died Dec. 2, 2009, at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford. Michele was born in New Haven, Oct. 27, 1967, a daughter of Judy Bassett, of Northford, and Victor J. Tenedine, of North Branford; step-daughter of William Bassett and Marva Prete. Michele was the owner and operator of the Squeaky Clean Cleaning Service. She was the mother of Michael V. and Marissa S. Stoto, and sister of Michael J. Tenedine. A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Therese Church on Dec. 7. Interment was in All Saints Cemetery. The North Haven Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to Breast Cancer

of North Haven, died at home on Dec. 3, 2009. He was the husband of 62 years to Eleanor Darelius McCallum. He was born in Providence, R.I., on Aug. 2, 1923, a son of the late Rev. John P. McCallum, Sr. and Eleanora Anderson McCallum. John was most recently employed as a sales manager for Anthem Blue Cross for 19 years before retiring in 1985. He served his country faithfully as a motor machinist mate in the U.S. Navy during World War II. John attended Local South County Rhode Island Schools, as well as Gordon College and the University of Rhode Island. He served as a student pastor at Foster Center Baptist Church and Jewett City and Voluntown Methodist Churches. John was a 32nd degree Mason and a Shriner Chanter for many years. Besides his wife, he is survived by his six daughters: Marjorie (Craig) Nordeen of Manchester, Sandra (Brian) Schoonmaker of Meriden, Marcia (Manuel) Vital of Mobile, Ala., Jill McCallum of Springfield, Mass., Joanne (Thomas) Fisher of East Apache Junction, Ariz., and Jayne (Daniel) Blanchette of Windsor Locks; grandchildren Andrew and James Vital; and a

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Robinson, all of North Haven, and Wilbert Gibson of Hamden. She was predeceased by four sisters, Mamie Gibson-Moore, Anna Gibson-Morris, Sarah Gibson-Wade and Margaret Gibson-McDouguald. She also leaves several nieces and nephews, along with many spiritual adopted children from across the country. A graveside service was conducted in Beaverdale Memorial Park on Dec. 8 at 11 a.m. The North Haven Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., 2911 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06518.

Helen M. Connor Helen M. Hawks Connor,

91, of Postman Highway, North Haven, died Dec. 3, 2009, at Milford Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph J. Connor. Born in Beacon, N.Y., May 12, 1918, she was a daughter of the late George and Helen Cichon Hawks. Helen received a bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University and was a special education teacher at the former Center Street School. Helen was very active at St. Barnabas Church and was a member of its Women’s Club. She is survived by daughters, Maureen (Paul) Stephens of Sebring, Fla. and Mary DeMaio of Branford; six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, James Connor; and a sister, Florence Price. A funeral Mass was celebrated Dec. 9 at St. Barnabas Church. Interment was in All Saints Cemetery. The

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Anna F. Mocco Idone, 93, of Vincent Road, North Haven, died Dec. 3, 2009, at the Hospital of St. Raphael. She was the wife of the late Joseph C. Idone. Mrs. Idone was born in New Haven on Aug. 19, 1916, a daughter of the late Luigi and Rachel Micci Mocco. She is survived by a daughter, Marie (Paul) Steir of North Haven; a son, Joseph (Carol) Idone of Montville, N.J.; grandchildren, Paul and Deborah Steir, Erin and Adam Idone; great-grandchildren, Jaime and Kyle Bruneau. She was predeceased by her siblings, Frank, Anthony, Louis and Rose Mocco. A funeral Mass was celebrated Dec. 9 at St. Therese Church. Interment was pri-

Maria B. Ogden, 57, of Carriage Drive, North Haven, died Dec. 6, 2009, at Yale-New Haven Hospital. She was the wife of David W. Ogden. Born in Portchester, N.Y. on Aug. 1, 1952, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Frances Aloia Braiotta. Maria was a graduate of New Rochelle Hospital Medical Center School of Nursing, receiving her registered nurse diploma, and also took intensive care and coronary care training courses while there. Maria took an ophthomology care course at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center, Bronx, N.Y. She had worked at both these hospitals as a primary nurse in ophthomology and neurological care; as a staff nurse in

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been recognizing students with outstanding grades, but seemed to overlook hard working students who performed selfless acts of service for others. These unsung heroes seemed to go unnoticed, often because they might not have the top academic grades in the classroom. Casella and Coughlin approached fellow member and Superintendent of Schools Sara-Jane Querfeld about the possibility of developing criteria for a special certificate of honor for those deserving recognition. Querfeld was supportive, but cautioned that the committee should be careful not to give the wrong impression. The new honorees should not be considered lacking in academics, she said, but instead the recognition should be a focus on their additional accomplish-

ments that relate to service to others. At that same time, Casella and Coughlin became aware of a program that had been previously established by the Cheshire Rotary Club, which they investigated and used as influence. After the concept was brought to the club’s board of directors, approval was given to pursue the idea at the high school level. Rotarian Bernadette Casella, a special education teacher housed at the time in the high school, volunteered to work on the guidelines and to communicate with the faculty and staff at the secondary

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high school. Additionally, Siciliano participates in the North Haven Girls Softball League and plays on the high school team. She attributed her league involvement to the development of her leadership skills. Her principal was impressed with her accomplishments. “Kalie is a wonderful member of our high school and town community,” Dallai said at the honoring. “She brings energy and optimism to all that she does, and she is a pleasure to work with as she contributes to a host of worthwhile causes. She is a very deserving recipient of this Rotary recognition.” The idea for the North Haven Rotary’s Unsung Hero Award originated two years ago. Club members Guy Casella and Brian Coughlin pointed out that the club had

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The North Haven Citizen is published every Friday by the Record-Journal Publishing Co. and is delivered by mail to all homes and businesses in North Haven. Sue VanDerzee, Managing Editor Kyle Swartz, Reporter Michael F. Killian, General Manager Brian Monroe, Advertising Director Christopher Cullen, Advertising Sales Roe Harding, Advertising Sales Evelyn Auger, Office Assistant

Government Meetings

Monday, Dec. 14 Building Committee meeting, North Haven High School, Elm St., 8 a.m. Board of Selectman’s meeting, North Haven Library, 17 Elm St., 7 p.m.

p.m. Board of Finance, Town Hall, 18 Church St., conference room 1, 7 p.m. Inland Wetlands Commission, North Haven Library, 17 Elm St., 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15 Board of Police Commissioners, Police Department, 8 Linsley st., 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 17 Economic Development Commission, Town Hall, 18 Church St., conference room 3, 8:15 a.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, North Haven Library, 17 Elm St., 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 16 Board of Fire Commissioners, Mildred A. Wakeley Recreation Center, 7 Linsley St., 6

The North Haven Citizen Friday, December 11, 2009

Letters to the Editor Animal Haven has several Animal Haven fundraisers, including their present gift card sale. If you needs your give gift cards for Christmas, when you buy them from Ansupport imal Haven, you get the full To the editor: As a long-time supporter of The Animal Haven in North Haven, I am writing this letter in the hope of urging other people to give to this extremely worthy cause. I received the holiday newsletter from Animal Haven, and read that the emergency medical fund is depleted. At this time of year, when giving is on our minds, it would be nice if anyone who is able could send a monetary donation to this fund, which is used 100 percent for veterinary services for the homeless dogs and cats Animal Haven takes in. In lieu of a Christmas gift, a donation in honor of a friend or relative is a gift that gives twice over. Animal Haven is a no-kill shelter, unlike many other places which have to dispose of their animals when they are not adopted or no longer have room. I have been fortunate enough to adopt two dogs from there — one for approximately eight years and my present dog for going on three years. Any dog lover can tell you what a great comfort and companion a pet can be in your home. I cannot imagine being without one.

value of the card, and Animal Haven gets varying percentages from the many cards available. Just about every store, restaurant, hotel, etc., is on the list. Call Melissa Tommaselli at Animal Haven for more information (203) 239-2641. The last date of purchase is Dec. 18. What a great way to solve your Christmas shopping ideas. Animal Haven is located at 89 Mill Road. Better still, stop by (call for hours) and take home a gift of great joy — an adopted dog or cat. Lorraine A. Velardi Hamden

Everyone has the right to an opinion To the Editor: I am a registered independent voter and have voted in every election since moving to North Haven three-plus years ago. I attend or watch most BOS and BOF meetings (which I acknowledge is a credit to Ms. McCarty in moving the meeting times and utilizing NHTV). Up until this point, I

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Letters policy Readers of The North Haven Citizen are invited to share their ideas and opinions by sending in Letters to the Editor. To facilitate the publication of your contributions, several guidelines should be followed. We require that all letters be signed, and include a daytime telephone number (numbers won’t be published, it is just for verification purposes). The writer will be called to confirm authorship. No anonymous letters will be printed. Contributions by any individual or group will not be published more frequently than twice a month. Every effort will be made to print all letters received. However, the selection and date of publication will be at the discretion of the editor. Finally, the opinions expressed by our letter writers are not necessarily those of this newspaper. Deadline for letter submissions is Tuesday by noon for Friday’s publication. E-mail your letters to news@northhavencitizen.com.

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have never written a letter to the editor. But after reading the Dec. 4, 2009 letter to the editor by Robert Wechsler, I feel compelled to comment. The First Amendment guarantees us all a voice in this republic, and Mr. Wechsler has used this right quite frequently. However, I take issue with one quote that demonstrates a level of arrogance and condescension that requires a proper public flogging…“The community’s failure to recognize McCarty’s contributions to our community and its acceptance of Freda’s misrepresentations of her record is something that should sadden us.” Are you kidding me! He has every right to comment as to his interpretation of any public official’s performance and actions. But to call into question the competence of the general electorate in selecting Freda over McCarty is, frankly, insulting. Mr. Wechsler needs to look in the mirror before making such broad characterizations, and should be careful when wielding the terms “good faith” and “bad faith.” He may be an attorney, but he is not the final arbiter in this town. Richard Iovanne North Haven

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To the editor: Before we close the books on last month’s election, I’d like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of several groups of people. First, I’d like to thank Janet McCarty and the members of her administration for accomplishing so much in such difficult circumstances over the past two years. From instituting paramedic coverage, to implementing single-stream recycling, to making town operations more efficient, she and her team diligently improved the quality of life in our town in so many lasting ways. Second, I’d like to thank all of Janet’s supporters and volunteers who worked so

hard and gave so much of themselves throughout the past campaign. While there are too many to name individually, they deserve tremendous credit for their dedication and commitment to making North Haven a better place. Finally, I’d like to thank the voters for their support. I continue to believe that they want an honest, professional administration, and I will do my best to work with my colleagues on the Board of Selectmen to deliver it. I will also endeavor to hold the administration accountable for its actions, however, and to speak up for those whose views or needs it neglects or ignores. I appreciate the chance to continue serving the people of North Haven on the Board of Selectmen for the next two years, and look forward to helping to keep the town moving in a positive direction. Steve Fontana North Haven

Attorney ‘sets the record straight’ To the editor: I am responding to the letter written by Robert Wechsler that was published in the Dec. 4, North Haven Citizen. I respond only to the portion of Mr. Wechsler’s letter that mentions my law firm by name. First, I told Mike Freda a year ago that I would not be able to serve as town attorney in North Haven. As much as I would be honored to serve again as town attorney, the present demands of my practice do not allow me to commit the time necessary to serve the town in this capacity. Anyone who has asked me about this issue over the past year has been informed of the foregoing. Second, after Janet McCarty was elected, she asked me to continue to represent the town in a number of matters, and I agreed to do so. Mr. Wechsler agreed with Ms. McCarty’s decision to retain my firm, stating in his Dec. 19, 2007, blog entry that “Mr. Donofrio is highly competent and it would cost the town a

lot of money to turn the matters over to other lawyers.” Mr. Wechsler may not be aware of the fact that many of the matters we were handling were, in fact, turned over to other lawyers in other firms, and it did, in fact, cost the town “a lot of money.” Third, my firm and I currently provide legal services to nine different Connecticut municipalities. We have received various accolades for both our legal skills and ethical standards. We will match our qualifications against those of any law firm practicing law in Connecticut. We are still handling several matters for the Town of North Haven arising out of the high school project and would be pleased to accept additional litigation files from the town, if our caseload allows. Fourth, 25 years ago, I was a freshman in college and my associates were in grade school. Ciulla and Donofrio was formed in 1996. Thus, in his reference to the “25 years” that “Ciulla and Donofrio” were town attorneys, I assume Mr. Wechsler is including the years when Bob Ciulla served as town at-

torney while working at another law firm prior to the existence of Ciulla and Donofrio. Bob retired in 2006, after a very distinguished 40year legal career and was widely recognized as one of the pre-eminent lawyers in Connecticut. Fifth, I am not surprised that Mr. Wechsler has come out of hiding after two eventful years. For example, up until Ms. McCarty took office, Mr. Wechsler was an outspoken critic of the matter in which budget transfers were handled by the town. Yet, in the two years of the McCarty administration, there were millions of dollars transferred, yet not a single transfer was ever presented to the town meeting for approval. Not a word from Mr. Wechsler. The annual town meeting, held traditionally in August or September following the end of the town’s fiscal year and required by state law, was not even held the past two years. No comment from Mr. Wechsler. Readers should also ask themselves this question: If Mr. Wechsler is so interested in who the town attorney is, where has he been the last two years when a record

number of law firms combined to set record highs in terms of North Haven’s legal spending? It is very clear that Mr. Wechsler is a partisan individual, was a supporter of Ms. McCarty and is upset she was defeated. It is also clear that Mr. Wechsler does not have an understanding of the role of the town attorney. The town attorney, like any attorney, represents the client with respect to specific legal matters in which the town attorney’s representation is sought. It is not the role of any attorney, including the town attorney, to manage the day-to-day affairs of a client. As for the fictitious “harmful practices” Mr. Wechsler references, I leave the politics to the politicians. As someone who owns a small business in North Haven, a business that employs North Haven residents and makes significant contributions of time and resources to the North Haven community, I view Mr. Wechsler’s premature and unprovoked assault as a cowardly act with a malicious intent. Jeffrey M. Donofrio North Haven

Patriots and Scoundrels, Book 2 By Paul Colella Special to North Haven Citizen Part 2 As Simon Blackwell stared into Mrs. Kensington’s crocodile eyes while holding her in his grasp, he told his formidable opponent that he was going to take advantage of her hospitality and lovely home. “I need a place to dwell, and Kensington Hall will be most pleasing and comfortable,” replied Simon. “I am certain that you will be a most gracious and cooperative hostess.” “I will not give shelter or offer hospitality to the black-hearted villain who is responsible for my daughter’s demise,” said Mrs. Kensington adamantly. “You must return to the depths of hell from where you have come from. If you do not go voluntarily, then I will send you there myself.” Simon became enraged by Mrs. Kensington’s response. He pushed her onto the sofa and then raised the iron hook that now served as his left hand. Terrified, Mrs. Kensington covered her face. But just as Simon was about to strike his defenseless victim, he was interrupted by a loud cry that came from another part of the house. Unaware of what was taking place downstairs in the drawing room, I hurried to

Charles’ room to investigate the loud cry. As I entered the room, I found a pitiful Charles sitting up in bed sobbing and shaking. I placed my arms around him and did my best to offer him comfort while telling him that he was safe. After Charles had calmed down, he told me that he had a dream about Charlotte. He explained that in his dream Charlotte was running toward him. As he reached out to her, a thick fog filled the air, and then a hideous looking man dressed in a dark cloak grabbed Charlotte from behind while laughing. Then they disappeared in the fog, leaving Charles alone. I told Charles that he had a bad dream and not to pay any mind to the details. After holding him in my arms for awhile, Charles became sleepy, so he put his head down on the pillow and quickly asleep. I sat in a chair by his bedside for some time and then I left. I returned to my room, but I had a feeling that something was terribly wrong. Meanwhile, more than three thousand miles across the Atlantic Ocean, a magnificent celebration was taking place at St. James’ Court in London. King George III and his wife Queen Ann were hosting a ball for

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tainment. The event was founded by a former NHHS senior class president over a decade ago, according to NHHS world language teacher and senior advisor Lisette Campos. “It’s continued as a tradition,” she said. “The kids love it. They think it’s wonderful for the senior citizens as well. I really think it’s a nice event.” In return for breakfast, the hosts asked the senior citizens for advice about college and the next chapters of their lives. The guests were excited to share. “It’s a great opportunity to pass on to young people what we’ve learned,” said guest Jay Stankiewicz. “I for one told the students not to look for the light at the end of the tunnel, but to enjoy their senior year. I remember when I got to the end of my senior year. I turned around and said ‘what happened?’” “And P.S. - I love to tease the kids,” Stankiewicz said. “But the funny thing is, the more I tease, the more the kids come back. Stankiewicz’s wife Mildred told students to keep in touch with each other after graduation.

“I’m still going to my class reunions, so I know what it means to be a class,” she said. “Remember that you’re a class regardless of how old you get, so that you keep those friendships.” The students also served as table waiters, bringing the guests fresh fruits, pastries, and coffee. “They got our coffee, so we’d definitely come again,” joked first time guest Louise Pentan. “They got our coffee and took out coats. It made us feel good.” “This is marvelous,” said fellow first time guest Barbara Schwartz. “The students are so accommodating.” The town’s senior citizens look forward to the annual event, according to North Haven senior center director Judy Amarone. “This means that they have a chance to mingle with each other and the high school seniors,” she said. “We don’t have to prompt this event at the center. We just say it’s today and we get a busload. It’s a nice integrated program.” The event’s dignitaries included First Selectman Michael Freda, selectman Steven Fontana, Superintendent Sara-Jane Querfeld, Police Chief James DiCarlo, Fire Chief Vincent Landisio, Community Services Director Gerardo Sorkin, and the

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London’s prominent and royal members of English society. The ballroom was filled with many men and women of nobility dressed in elegantly flowing gowns and finely tailored suits as they danced gracefully to the music played by the orchestra positioned at the far end of the room. Among the guests at the ball were Lord and Lady Winfield, who were related to the king. As Lord Winfield engaged in a dance with the queen, Lady Winfield and King George III amused themselves by partaking in pleasant conversation. “My lovely Lady Winfield, I will be sorry to see you and your husband leave tomorrow on your excursion to America,” remarked the king. “Your charming and graceful presence as one of England’s finest couples will

The students did just that, but not without a little trepidation in hosting an event for such venerable guests.

“The kids were nervous a bit at first,” said NHHS principal Dr. Russell Dallai. “But five minutes in and they were all laughing. It’s really terrific.”

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Jay and Mildred Stankiewicz offer advice to North Haven High School seniors Nichole Silengo and Gina Piscitelli. middle and elementary school principals. “It’s such an honor and pleasure to see so many dignitaries this morning,” said senior class president Evan Gambardella in a short speech. Gambardella introduced Freda, who recognized both the guests and the hosts. “Today represents a nostalgic metaphor,” Freda said “It is the convergence of the past, present, and future.” “The senior citizens represent the foundation and building blocks of the great heritage we have here in town,” Freda continued. “It is very important this time of year to pause and reflect

be sadly missed at St. James’ Court. We will try our best to endure the deprivation until your return.” “My dear Majesty,” replied Lady Winfield, “your compliments are always well received and deeply appreciated. Lord Winfield and I shall miss the gatherings at St. James’ Court and your splendid company as well, but our departure will only be for a short time. We are returning to the former colonies to visit our dear friend Phoebe Kensington. The poor woman has endured the loss of her husband and daughter within months apart. The king felt great sympathy for Mrs. Kensington. He remarked to Lady Winfield that Mrs. Kensington was one of England’s finest women, and he implored her if she and Lord Winfield would do their best to convince Mrs. Kensington to return to England with them. Lady Winfield revealed to the king that it was her and her husband’s purpose of the trip to do just that.

the great contributions made by the senior citizens all over Connecticut.” “In terms of the future, I am hopeful and optimistic about this remarkable senior class,” Freda continued. “I think that the future of North Haven is in great hands. And it is important that we look to the present as an opportunity to face challenges together, the young people in town and the senior citizens.” Freda urged the students to sit down and talk with their guests. “The senior citizens have a great deal of knowledge,” Freda said. “Tap into that knowledge.”

Upon hearing this, King George III became elated. He then asked Lady Winfield to dance with him. While they were dancing, Lady Winfield smiled kindly at her partner, but her thoughts were preoccupied with a disturbing matter that she kept to herself. Back at Kensington Hall, I was troubled by Charles’ dream and was very restless, so I walked about my room. I went over to the window and pulled back the lovely blue velvet drapes while staring out at the dark gray sky. All seemed calm and peaceful outside. Then as I glanced upon the grounds, I saw someone, who was wearing a dark cloak, walking away from the mansion. Suddenly, this unknown person stood still, then turned about while removing the hood of the cloak, and then looked up at me. To my shocking horror, I saw that it was Simon Blackwell. I stood motionless from shock and could not believe my eyes, for several months ago I, along with Lt. Brad-

“For our seniors this means a lot to be able to serve and interact with the community’s senior citizens,” Dallai added. “For the senior citizens, I hope it’s a chance to meet and interact with the students and to know how much our kids appreciate them.”

The breakfast was made possible by senior class fundraising efforts. A senior citizen raffle was created by the senior class advisors, including over 60 items, gift certificates, and gift cards donated by local businesses. Even though the event was attended by many of the town’s officials and leaders, the NHHS seniors did not forget who they were honoring.

“The real celebrities of this morning’s festivities are the senior citizens,” said Gambardella in his speech. “Even though we grew up in completely different times, your wisdom and life experiences can teach the senior classes something today.”

ford and Dr. Greenville, watched as he leaped off the edge of Widow’s Bluff into the sea. As he stared at me with an evil smile on his face, I quickly closed my eyes and desperately tried to convince myself that he was not real. I kept my eyes closed for a few seconds, and when I finely mustered up the courage to open them, Simon was gone.

I gave a sigh of relief while trying to convince myself that I was putting myself in a state of fear and panic for no reason. Nonetheless, I hurried downstairs to find Mrs. Kensington. I saw a servant carrying a tray of tea and food into the drawing room, so I followed. When we entered, the servant gasped from fright and dropped the tray she was carrying. To our surprise, the room was in a complete upheaval with the terrace doors wide open, and we found an unconscious Mrs. Kensington lying on the sofa covered with several strands of seaweed. To be continued…

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Dec. 12

Saturday

Naturopathic Q & A — “Q & A with Your Local Naturopathic Doctor,” will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., by Dr. Leigh H. White, naturopathic physician of Natural Family Health. This event is free and hosted by Books & Co., 1235 Whitney Ave. in Hamden. This ongoing community event will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Clintonville Bazaar — Clintonville Elementary School will hold a Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Clintonville School, 456 Clintonville Road. All proceeds will support the new playground project.

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Silk’n Sounds — Silk’n Sounds, a capella women’s chorus, will present “The Joy of Song” concert at 2:30 p.m., at the Spring Glen United Church, 1825 Whitney Ave., Hamden. For information and tickets call Donna at (203) 248-7348, or visit www.silknsounds.org Holly-Pops — The Cheshire Community Chorus will present Holly-Pops, holiday songs from Broadway, movies and television, at 3 p.m. in Nelson Hall at Elim Park Place, 130 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire. For information on tickets, call (203) 272-0669. Elyrica Trio — A free holiday concert performed by the Elyrica Trio will be held at 4 p.m., at the Cheshire Public Library, 104

Main St. in Cheshire. The trio will perform holiday selections from around world, from medieval times to the present. For information, call the library at (203) 2722245.

Tuesday

Freden Lodge Christmas party — The sisters of Freden Lodge No. 12 will host their annual Christmas get-together at 6:30 p.m., at the North Haven Congregational Church Hall, 28 Church St. For more details, call Susan Healy at (203) 2488502, or Barb Santoro at (203) 934-6702.

Friday

Cookies with Santa — The Hamden/North Haven

YMCA, 605 Sherman Ave. in Hamden, will host a picture and cookies with Santa session from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Parents are urged to bring cameras along for their child’s picture. For any inquiries regarding the Hamden/North Haven YMCA, please call Brian Marazzi at (203) 248-6361, ext. 2212. This is a free community event.

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Saturday

Wallingford Symphony — The Wallingford Symphony Orchestra will present Celebrate New Year 2010 “Budapest and Vienna” on Saturday, Jan. 9, at 8 p.m., at Paul Mellon Arts Center, Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 Christian St. in Wallingford.

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Senior Happenings

Senior Songsters Senior Songsters will perform at the Clelian Center on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 1:15 p.m. The bus will depart at 12:30 p.m. Christmas show Dean and Marilyn’s Christmas Show will be held Thursday, Dec. 17, at 1:30 p.m. Enjoy holiday music, dancing and desserts. There is a slight cost. Call the center to sign up. Santa and daycare visit On Friday, Dec. 18, at 11 a.m., Santa and daycare

friends will visit the center. There will be a lunch including pizza, salad, homemade cookies and drinks. There will be a slight cost. Sign up at the center. Computer lessons Computer lessons will be available on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. by appointment only by calling Pat Ferraro, (203) 234-2656. Lap blankets needed Looking for knitted, crocheted or quilted lap blankets, size 37” x 48”, and shawls to donate to Yale-New

Haven Hospital’s Mutual Respect Committee. If interested in donating your time, the center will provide you with yarn. Sewing needed Join our craft class and assist with making cloth tote bags that will be given to children who are removed from their homes in a crisis situation. Craft classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Scrabble players Scrabble players are needed. Join the fun on Friday

mornings at 10 a.m. Volunteers sought Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers needs volunteers to provide friendly visits to North Haven seniors. If interested, contact Barbara Barloc at (203) 230-8994. The mission of Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers is to assist older and disabled people by fostering independent living and reducing isolation. Food donations The following items are needed for the Senior Center’s food collection box:

peanut butter, jelly and coffee. Transportation schedule North Haven library: call for appointment. Town pool: Call for hours of availability. Grocery shopping: every Friday, 10:30 a.m. to noon to Big Y or Stop & Shop. Hairdresser: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Errands: every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Trips include bank, post office, card shop, etc.

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Senior Menu

To reserve a lunch, call Mary Ellen at (203) 985-2962. Reservations must be made by noon the day before. Lunch is served at noon. Suggested donation is $2. The following is a list of lunches for the week of Dec. 14 at the Senior Center:

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Monday: Cream of carrot soup, turkey kielbasa, sauerkraut, mustard, boiled potatoes, broccoli cuts, hot dog roll, fresh fruit. Tuesday: Apple juice, beef stew with potatoes, carrots and onions, whole wheat dinner roll, cookie. Wednesday: Grape juice, cannelloni with tomato sauce, tossed salad with sliced black olives, Italian dressing, garlic bread, sliced pears. Thursday: Pineapple juice, sliced pot roast, vegetable blend, whole wheat dinner roll, tapioca pudding with topping. Friday: Santa and pizza.

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Medical appointments Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: Make all appointments between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. (be ready to go home by 2 p.m.) Friday: limited medical appointments in North Haven only. When you call to schedule your transportation, please be prepared to provide your doctor’s name, address and phone number. Please reserve your ride by calling the Senior Center as soon as you make your appointment and no later than noon the day before the appointment. If errands, hairdresser or grocery trips are scheduled on a holiday or any day the center is closed, there will not be a make-up day during that week for transportation. Job counseling The Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut offers employment counseling and placement for people 55 and older. Paid and unpaid programs are available to qualified individuals. To qualify for the paid Senior Community Service

Employment Training Program an individual must be physically and mentally capable of performing parttime duties, be employable in a non-subsidized workplace, be a resident of New Haven County and meet federal income guidelines. Job positions are intended to revitalize trainee work skills while supporting local nonprofit and governmental agencies. Enrollees normally work 15 hours per week and are paid minimum wage on a bi-weekly basis. Employment counseling and placement is also offered free to people 55 or older. This service is ideal for those individuals who wish to supplement their retirement income, or who would like to explore another field of work. For information on either program or to schedule an appointment to determine eligibility, please call (203) 752-3059. The Agency on Aging is a private, nonprofit organization. Food baskets Food donation baskets will be collected and donated

to local food banks for the less fortunate throughout the winter. Unused, properly dated nonperishable food — canned vegetables, juice, soup, crackers, salad dressing, croutons, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, pie filling and canned fruit, etc. — is always needed. School volunteers Retired and senior citizens can find an inspiring and rewarding way to enhance their lives by reaching out to children through volunteer tutoring. School volunteers offer one hour or more a week to help children build reading skills and enhance self-confidence. For details, contact the Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center at (203) 239-5432. Rides to center Transportation to and from the Senior Center is available on weekdays at no charge to North Haven seniors. Please advise the center the day before you wish to come in or call the office between the hours of 8:30 and 8:45 a.m. Lending library The Senior Center has a

Senior Calendar Lunch, noon Intermediate yoga, 1:30 p.m. Christmas show, 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18 Exercise, 10 a.m. Footlighters, 10 a.m. Scrabble, 10:30 a.m. Grocery shopping, 10:30 a.m. Santa and daycare, 11 a.m. Lunch, noon Bridge, 12:15 p.m. Bingo, 1 p.m. Events planned at the Senior Center next week: Monday, Dec. 14 Line dance, 9 a.m. Exercise, 10 a.m. Canasta, 10:30 a.m. Lunch, noon Health guidance, 12:30 p.m. Oil painting, 12:30 p.m. Bingo, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15 Beginning chair yoga, 10 a.m. Hairdresser, 10:30 a.m.

Lunch, noon Mah Jongg, 1 p.m. Senior Songsters, 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 Line dance, 9 a.m. Exercise, 10 a.m. Errands, 10:30 a.m. Lunch, noon Bridge, 12:15 p.m. Knitting, 12:30 p.m. Bingo, 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 Tai Chi, 10:15 a.m. Pinochle, 10:30 a.m. Lunch, noon Intermediate yoga, 1:30 p.m. Christmas show, 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18 Exercise, 10 a.m. Footlighters, 10 a.m. Scrabble, 10:30 a.m. Grocery shopping, 10:30 a.m. Santa and daycare, 11 a.m. Lunch, noon Bridge, 12:15 p.m. Bingo, 1 p.m.

Elder nutrition A nutritious hot lunch is served each day at 11:45 a.m. To reserve your meal, call Lori at (203) 239-4030 the day before between 9 a.m. and noon. The suggested donation is $2. Health help For assistance with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, senior citizens can call the Senior Hotline at (203) 239-8111, or (203) 234-5109 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Handmade treasures Handmade treasures are available at the Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center. Handmade jewelry, ceramics, knitted items, baby sets, carpenter and half aprons, bibs and much more are offered at very reasonable prices. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Celestine awards

Richard N. Funaro, class of 2010, of North Haven, was among 18 students to receive the Celestine Award at Xavier High School, Middletown.

The qualifications for this award are the completion of an academic year with an overall final average of an A and to have no final average grade less than an A- in the major subjects. A student may receive this only one time during his four academic years at Xavier.

Certificate program

North Haven resident Rachael Hurwitz was accepted into the Connecticut College prestigious certificate program. She is a 2007 graduate of North Haven High School, and the daughter of Laura and Samuel Hurwitz of North Haven.

CISLA is an academically challenging program that promotes global thinking across academic disciplines. CISLA allows students to internationalize and enhance their major with intensive language study and a funded internship abroad, providing them with real-world experience and the skills and knowledge to help them become leaders in their fields.

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The following students were named to the North Haven High School first marking period: Grade 12: Jacqueline Acampora, Jacquelyn Adinolfi, Haseeb Ahmad, Robert Anderson, Jonathan Attruia, Erika Back, Taylor Baldino, Christina Barone, Haley Battista, Evan Bishop, Michael Bosco, Daniel Bouffard, Caitlin Bracale, Andrew Brockett, Michael Buckley, Julie Buonasora, Gary Burkbuckler, Victoria Burr, Andrew Butterworth, Stephanie Camerone, Marissa Cassella, Anna Castaldo, Lauren Cheffer, Xin Jia Chen, Ryan Criscio, Sean Cummings, Patricia Currie, Gabriel DeMacedo, Maria DeMaio, Katelyn DeNegre, Lydia DeRienzo, Mollie Detmers, Allison Doheny, Thomas Dwyer, Shabnam Elahi, Abigail Esposito, Anthony Ferretti, Giavanni Floriano, Kevin Fournier, Kaitlin Fung, Skye Gallagher, Evan Gambardella, Susan Gambardella, Matthew Gantos, Jeffrey Garibaldi, Matthew Garibaldi, Sophia Gatison, Deanna Gaudio, Michael Geoffino, Jillian Girardi, Melanie Glaser, Max Goldberg, Samantha Golino, Marquis Goodwin, Taylor Haaf, Arielle Harder, Justin Hoffman, Patrick Hubbell, John Hunsicker, Ralph Iadarola, Alexa Izzo, Domenic Izzo, Sara Jacobowitz, Alexander Johnson, Eric Kim, Jason Kim, John King, Daniel Kipperman, Christina Kling, Matthew Kortsep, Frank Kovach, Adam Lee, Michael LeMere, Briana Lion, Rebecca Lofquist, Chelsea Logano, Marion Ma, Casey Mackay, Alia Mahmood, Melissa Mastriano, Sabrina Mastroianni, Lauren McDonald, Sarah McGovern, Tess McKeon, Katelyn Mealey, Lindsay Meyer, Nicholas Mezzanotte, Stephanie Mezzanotte, Samantha Minieri, Austin Mirmina, Deidre Mitchell, Julia O’Brien, Michelle Pagliaro, Stefanie Panaroni, Amy Pandolfi, Monica Park, Priyanka Patel, Gauravi Patil, Brett Pellegrino, Zachary Pelletier, Josie Peralta, Christina Perfetto, Victoria Perrone, Gina Piscitelli, William Pond, Alyssa Puglia, Erica Pustari, Andre Puzio, Eric Riether, Kyle Riether, Jason Riggs, Katherine Roberts, Angela Rosamilia, Rosalie Ruiz, Jillian Russo, Kristin Russo, Danielle Saitta, Brian Salzillo, Stacy Sanchez, Stephanie SanGiovanni, Samantha Santore, Maria Sanzari, Matthew Scarano, Katelyn Scasino, Kerby Shanley, Michael Sica, Kalie Siciliano, Rachneet Singh, Dijonee Talley, Jackson Taymans, Matthew Vece, Victor-William Vitale, Christina Volpe, YiLing Wang, Alexander

White, Stephen Wise, Rachel Yen, Jennifer Yik, Stephanie Zeng, YiHong Zheng. Grade 11: Oleg Afendulov, Asim Ahmad, Steven Albert, Kevin Anderson, Anthony Annunziato, Karina Arguello, Imari Attaway, Sara Awwad, Skye Battista, Martina Benassi, Tyler Benson, Courtney Biase, Jacob Biller, Jessica Broadbent, Kayla Brown, Ryan Brown, Kevin Bucknall, Nicholas Burns, Matthew Cappetta, Timothy Castelli, Susan Chan, YunMin Chen, Karl Claver-Obinna, Kayla Crisafi, Alicia Criscuolo, Briana D’Amico, Julie DePaola, Olivia DiCapua, Riley Dinneen, Justin Dixon, Romazejha Dorsey, William Eighmy, Kevin Erbe, Francesca Fiore, Lisa Gaudio, Amanda Genovese, Taylor Geoghegan, Layne Gianakos, Sarah Giskin, Olivia Grant, Aleksandra Gwiazda, Keegan Hanlon, Randa Houwari, Charles Hoyt, Jennifer Hribko, Elizabeth Hubbell, Alexandra Iezzi, Tara Jermine, Jay Johns, Raven Jones, Istvan Kanyo, Deanna Katz, Sarah Kleffke, Bradley Koval, Andrew Ladutko, Brandon Laffin, Stephen LaLuna, Risa Lazaroff, Amanda Limauro, Margaret Lincoln, Victoria Liquori, Rebekah Llinares, Richard Lynch, Bryan Maratea, Colin Martin, Jessica Mascola, Christopher Matteis, Max Mattia, Richard Mauri, Kathleen McKiernan, Rebecca Miller, Paul Minotti, James Morcaldi, Cassandra Noel, Hannah Nofsinger, Kevin Novinsky, Lisa Novinsky, Mary Offutt, Mary Pallatto, Joseph Payette, John Pereira, Anna Picagli, Jacqueline Piscitello, Ariel Pond, Danielle Powers, Anthony Raso, David Salerno, Lisa Sanzari, Melissa Sardilli, Rebecca Schwartz, Gabriel Scrivani, Kelsey Searles, Emma Seropian, Brian Sica, Heather Sinisgalli, Maryrose Sola, Lauren Sturtz, Thomas Sullivan, Laura Swirsky, Samantha Tabak, Chelsea Thalken, Zachery Thornton, Taylor Tomanio, Samantha Torello, Richard Turner, Gregory Vece, Andrew Villabona, Kenneth Ward, Anya Weidner, Alan Worrest, Eric Yavarone. Grade 10: Andrew Amarone, Jessica Attruia, Haya Awwad, Andrew Babbidge, Kaitlin Baldino, Mashood Balogun, Prakhar Bansal, Amara Barbiero, Paolo Barecchia, Anthony Barletta, Arianna Battista, Lisa Bernardo, Gregory Bicknell, Jacey Bissell, Sarah Black, Amir Boone, Alexa Bouffard, Kenneth Broccoli, Sarah Camera, Dana Carman, Emily Carroll, Caleb Chapman, Hafssa Chbihi, Kristen Cheffer, Chelsea Cheslock, Onalee Collins, Brittany

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School lunches for the week beginning Dec. 14 High School Daily fee: $2.50 to $2.75 Monday: Buffalo style chicken tenders, oven fries, celery with blue cheese. Tuesday: Chicken and ham jambalaya, Louisiana rice. Wednesday: Chicken fajitas, peppers and onions, salsa. Thursday: Stuffed shells with meat sauce, Italian style green beans. Friday: Roasted turkey, sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, cranberry sauce. Middle School Daily fee: $2.40 Monday: Chicken nuggets, oven fries, carrot coins, dinner roll. Tuesday: Steak and cheese

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On Friday, Dec. 11, Congregation Mishkan Israel is holding a community Chanukah Dinner and Family Service. The dinner starts at 5:45 p.m. and will feature traditional Friday night foods, as well as latkes and other favorite Chanukah treats. At 7 p.m., everyone is invited to gather for a Family Service in celebration of the Festival of Lights. Advance reservations are required for the dinner and can be made by calling the synagogue office at (203) 2883877. Congregation Mishkan Israel is located at 785 Ridge Road in Hamden.

Evangelical Baptist Church welcomes new pastor

Holiday food drive North Haven’s annual Holiday Food Drive began Oct. 19. Collection bins were set out at North Haven Town Hall and other businesses in town. The Food Drive, sponsored by the Churches of North Haven, is again collecting non-perishable food items to include in holiday boxes that will be delivered to families of North Haven for Christmas. Non-perishable food items can be donated directly to the Food Pantry at the North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St., any weekday morning between 8:30 and 11 a.m. Collection bins are located at North Haven Town Hall, Arnold’s Jewelers, Candid Cleaners, Connex Credit Union, Mary’s Helper, Studio 8, Ron’s Barber Shop and Tobin Center. Food for the Christmas food boxes must be donated by Monday, Dec. 14 for delivery on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 19. Of course, food items delivered at all times will be added to the North Haven Food Pantry to be given to needy families in the region. For more information and a list of specific food items needed, please call the North Haven Congregational

There will be a Celebration Concert at the Evangelical Baptist Church, 161 Mill Road, to welcome Pastor Dan and Kathy on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m., featuring the music of “Sanctified” and guest singers. Admission is free and refreshments will follow. For more information, call (203) 239-1495 or visit www.evangelicalbaptistchurch.org.

Chanukah for tots Families with children ages 6 and under are invited to attend a Chanukah Tot Shabbat on Friday, Dec. 18, at Congregation Mishkan Israel. The Friday night program runs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and includes the celebration of Shabbat through song, storytelling and special treats. The group also will be celebrating the last night of Chanukah. Congregation Mishkan Israel is located at 785 Ridge Road in Hamden. For more information, call the synagogue office at (203) 288-3877.

Christmas at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Mt. Carmel Parish of 2819 Whitney Ave., Hamden, will hold the following Christmas celebrations: Christmas Eve Masses will be at 4, 5:30, and 10 p.m.; Christmas Day Masses at 8, 10, and 11:30 a.m. Music for the 4 and 5:30 p.m. Masses will be lead by cantor and organ. At 10 p.m., the parish will celebrate the Solemn Mass of the Nativity. Choral music of Korman, Rutter, Guest and Willan will be sung by the parish choir. This year the Florence Trio will accompany the anthems as well as perform works from Handel’s Messiah. The parish will once again offer

the traditional Festival of Carols at 9:30 p.m., preceding the Solemn Mass. Music Christmas morning will be for organ and congregational singing.

Concert of Jewish Music Congregation Mishkan Israel will be presenting its annual Family and Community Concert of Jewish Music on Friday, Dec. 25, at 2 p.m. The event is open to the community. A contribution for adults is payable at the door; children 12 and under are free. Participants are invited to stay for Shabbat services, which will begin at 5 p.m. Congregation Mishkan Israel is located at 785 Ridge Road in Hamden. For further information, call (203) 2883877.

Community suppers St. John’s Episcopal Church’s Community Suppers will continue to be held every Friday night through the winter months, with the exception of Friday, Dec. 25, Christmas Day, and Friday, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day. St. John’s sponsors the meals most Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Great Hall, for members of the community who need help making ends meet and for those who want some companionship along with a nutritious supper. The suggested donation is $1 per meal, with a family cap of $5. No one is turned away in the event they are unable to make a donation. The menu includes items such as chicken noodle soup or vegetable minestrone; meat loaf or egg salad sandwiches; seasonal fresh fruit and fresh baked desserts. St. John’s Church is located at 3 Trumbull Place, at the top of the Green in North Haven, where our doors are open for prayer and peace. For details on this or other parish programs, please call the church office at (203) 2390156.

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TOWN OF NORTH HAVEN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the North Haven Zoning Board Of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 17, 2009, at 7:30 p.m. at the North Haven Memorial Library, 17 Elm Street in the Community Room at which time and place opportunity will be given to those who wish to be heard relative to the following applications: 1. #09-11 Application of Alfred M. Marzullo, PE, Applicant, Luciani Realty Limited Partnership, Owner, relative to 117 and 109 Washington Avenue (Map 73, Lots 9 and 5), Appeal of a decision of the Zoning Enforcement Officer. IL30 and CA-20 Zoning Districts. 2. #09-15 Application of Locust Realty Associates, LLC, Owner and Applicant, relative to 48 Giles Avenue, (Map 28, Lot 13), Appeal of a Cease & Desist Order of the Zoning Enforcement Officer. IG-80 Zoning District. 3. #09-16 Application of Babu Moore, Owner and Applicant, relative to 272 Maple Avenue (Map 37, Lot 105), per Section 5.1.2, requesting a 17' variance to permit a Service Station Pump Canopy to be 1' from the front property line, where 18' is required. IL80 Zoning District. 4. #09-17 Application of Arnco Sign Company, Inc., Applicant, Raymour & Flanigan/North Haven Property, LLC, Owner, relative to 70 Universal Drive, (Map 11, Lot 2), per Section 8.8.7.2(3), requesting a sign area variance of 160 square feet to permit a sign area of 200 square feet where 40 square feet is permitted and requesting a sign height variance of 20' to permit a sign height of 40' where 20' is permitted. IL-30 Zoning District. 5. #09-18 Application of James McMahon, Applicant, Kerstin Rigi, Owner, relative to 320 Kings Highway, (Map 98, Lot 1), per Section 2.1.1.9, requesting a front yard variance of 10' to allow a 40' front yard setback where 50' is required. R-40 Zoning District.

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FORD Explorer NBX 2004 Red, 4 door, 4X4, SUV, Auto 5 Spd , 4.0L V6. 151,548 mi. Stock# P08903U. $11,995

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4 door, FWD. Automatic, 4 Cyl. 27,685 mi. #1364 $13,990 (860) 344-9916

GMC PICKUP 1967 $3,200 Strong motor. Drive anywhere. Built-up 350 engine, headers, SS exhaust, Munice 4spd trans., lthr bucket seats. 860-349-8967 or 386-931-4256

NISSAN ALTIMA 3.5 SE 2002 4 door, FWD. Manual, 6 Cyl. 79,029 mi. #1350 $9,990 (860) 344-9916

SUBARU Legacy Outback 2000 4 Cyl, Auto. Full time AWD. 121,948 mi. #1387b Comes with a 3 yr, up to 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. (203) 269-2323

TOYOTA Camry Solara 2005 Black, 2 door, Convertible, FWD, Auto 5 Spd, 77,546 mi. 3.3L V6. Stock# P07756U. $13,995 (860) 347-6355

FORD FOCUS 2006 4 Door SE AC/CD player 50k Miles, GOOD on gas Excellent condition $5,000.00 Please call 203 317-2252

NISSAN FRONTIER LE 2006 Automatic, Grey, King Cab, 4X4, Exc. Cond, Trailer Pkg, Bed Extender, A/C, all power, 86K, $15,900 (860)378-0132

JEEP CHEROKEE 2006

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HONDA Element 2007 SUV. 6cyl. Auto. Bluetooth capable. CD player. Air cond. Airbags. Rear camera. Remote start. Pwr. locks. Floor mats. Fog lights. 29K mi. $18,500. Call Scott 860-681-1056

V6, Auto. Blue w/grey interior. 97,000 mi #191606 $12,855 (203) 630-2926

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Friday, December 11, 2009 — The North Haven Citizen Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

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FURNITURE & APPLIANCES BEAUTIFUL 50” Mitsubishi Rear Projection HD Ready Color T.V. Cable Ready. Great Condition $475. Call 203-284-1547 LIGHT Wood kitchen table w/12 chairs. Exc cond. $125. Dresser w/9 drawers. Good cond. $50. Mirrored Canopy waterbed. Dark wood. several drawers for storage. King size waterbed /mattress. Sacrifice $1000 - pd over $4000. Miscellaneous chairs, some computer/office negotiable. (203) 949-9374 NORGE product of Borg Warner Brown stove. Runs well. $50/OBO. U pick up. Call 203949-9374

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

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Free Towing! MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.

PETS & LIVESTOCK AKC Labrador retriever puppies. Black (f) $700, yellow (m) $800 & chocolate (m) $900. King Cavalier Spaniels - Bleiham color. 5 males, $1000 each. Shots & wormed. Raised with children. Ready for Christmas. 203-631-9386 BOXER PUPPIES Male/Female - Fawn & brindle. Taking Christmas Deposits. (860) 329-4210 BOXERS, Bulldogs, Chihuahuas, Labs, Pit Bulls, Pom-Poos, ShiPoos, Daschund, Poodle, Poms, Yorkies, Shih-Tsus, Poodle mixes. $250+ 860-930-4001

POWER Lift and recline chair, Golden Pack, blue. New $1300, will sell for $650, never used. Queen sleeper sofa. Exc. cond, blue/green plaid, $150. Call (203) 235-4824 SOLID maple table with 4 chairs and matching hutch, $350. (5) piece BR set, queen bed, $350 Call 860-621-3301

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

DICKENS Complete ceramic lighted Christmas Village. Approx. 90 pcs. Paid $800, Sell $200. Call (203) 269-8696 ROCKING Horse Wooden. Good condition. $10. Call (203) 237-8004 WOODSTOVe-Little used. Like new. Vermont Castings. $750. Call Barry 203-238-2704

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT Absolutely All Hardwood 24 mo. seasoned, cut, split & delivered. $250/cord.

203-699-8883 FIREWOOD 1 cord seasoned pine. Ready to burn! $135/ cord. Please call 203-235-9632 SEASONED Firewood Delivered. Great price. (203) 272-4216

SNOWMOBILES 2 SKIDOOS and Triton trailer. Both 1995, 583cc, red, low mileage, Formula STX and Formula Z. NEVER left outside. Absolute mint condition. Custom covers. $4800. (203) 238-2110

Looking for a friend? Find litters of critters in Marketplace.

SEASONED firewood, pickup or local delivery. Cut & split. Approx 16-18in. $225/cord; $135/half cord. 203-294-1775. COCKER Westie pups, ACHC registered, M/F, 9 weeks old, health guar, 15-20 lbs full grown, very friendly, black, tan, or brindle. $350-$450. Call 860-489-9992 GIVE a gift of love for the holidays. English Mastiff puppies. $850/ea. Ready to go Dec 20th. (5) males, (2) females. Call 203-314-0004 LARGE Silver-Dollar sized Angel fish. Healthy, beautiful. Becoming too territorial for my community tank. $20 or best offer. Also seven head & tail lights - Free. Call (203) 630-0708 before 6pm

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STAMP collection 5-6 boxesincld Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Danbury Mint collection, annual post office collection. $100 firm. Call 203-949-9374

SWORDS Helmets, Daggers, Fighting Knives, Flags, Medals, etc.

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

WANTED TO BUY

CLOTHING

FOR SALE - Box of womens plus size clothing - 38 items - suits, pants, blazers, blouses & sweatshirts. $90 for the entire box. Pls call 203-235-8099. LADIES Winter Jackets. 2 Medium & Large. Like new. $20 each or best offer. (203) 440-3919

HOUSES FOR RENT

MERIDEN 4Rm/2BR House. Avail 12/1. No smoking/pets. W/D hookup. No utils. $850mo. Sect 8 approved. Off street parking. Call 203-600-0988. MERIDEN 5BR, 3 1/2 Baths, Kitchen, LR, DR. Patio, Deck. $1400 plus utilities. 860-3772381 or 860-873-8771 MERIDEN-2BR, $850/mo + sec. 1.5 bath, 1 car garage. Incldheat & HW, W/D hkup. Refs & credit ck No pet/smoking. Call 203-237-6951 WALLINGFORD Large 3 bdrm house. L/R & D/R w/wood flrs, Kit w/appliances, 1-1/2 baths, full bsmt. $1200/ mo+1mo dep. 203-848-6474.

CONDOMINIUMS

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, china, glass, furniture, 50’s items, whole estates.

$ ALWAYS BUYING! $ 1 item to entire estate! Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 South Orchard St. Wallingford. Mon-Sat. 9:30-4:30.

203-284-3786

Cash Paid For All Types of COSTUME JEWELRY Especially Napier 203-464-0477

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Silverplate, Glass, Furn, music instruments, china, art, collectibles. 1 item to estate.

MERIDEN- Meetinghouse Village- 2BR townhouse, C/A, Garage. $1100. Quality Realty, LLC 203-949-1904 MERIDEN- Strawberry Hill 2 BR townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, appls, w/d hkup, AC, deck, 1 car garage. $1035/mo. + utils. (860) 688-3238 MERIDEN-Crown Village, 1BR, appl’s, washer & dryer on-site. Parking, heat incld. $725/mo + 2 mo sec. No pets. Credit check Call 203-634-9149 MERIDEN-East side 2 bedroom, furnished, refrigator, stove, dishwasher. C/Air, laundry onsite. $800/mo or $200/wk. 2 mo sec. Call 1-888-271-3262 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 SOUTHINGTON- 2BR, 1 1/2 bath townhouse, new carpet & paint. W/D hookup. Near highway. $875/mo + sec. & utils. No pets. Avail. immed. 860-877-4735

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

203-235-8431 OLD BICYCLES Don’t throw away that old bike. Hobbyman needs your help. Free pickup! Bikes will be recycled. Help save a bike! 203-494-9641

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

LUDWIG Drums 5 pc set. 3 cymbals, seat & brushes & sticks. Metallic blue color. Gently used. $900. Call (203) 269-1025

Professional Violin Lessons & String Instruments Repaired! For Children & Adults $25 per 1/2 hour. First lesson FREE! 30 yrs exp. We repair: Violins ● Violas ● Cellos ● Bass Bow Rehairing 203-294-0888

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

MERIDEN - WALLINGFORD LINE Large, 2BR Luxury condo. Laundry. $850 + utilities. No pets. Call 203-745-6167. MERIDEN 1BR, 1st flr, lg rms Heat, HW, Elec incld. W. Side, Off-st park. $950/mo + sec. 203-630-3823 12pm-8pm. www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN 2 Bedrooms Lease & security deposit req. $675 per month. Call 203-238-9772 MERIDEN 2 BR - $750 ($1000 sec. dep.) Nice location. Off st. parking. No pets. 860-828-3669

Meriden 2 BR at Tracy Gardens $750 Heat & HW incl. Move in by 12/31 and receive a new flat screen 37” TV. 203-639-8751

HOME SWEET HOMES Offers Meriden - 1BR apt Heat & HW included. $745. 251 West Main. Avail. immed! 203-938-3789 MERIDEN-1BR, stove & refrig. All utils incld. Close I-84, I-91, Merrit Pkwy. Pet neg. Call Janice 203-639-8639/203-314-8909 MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. 3rd fl studio, $160/wk+sec. 1BR, 2nd fl, $210/wk+sec. 203-630-3823 12p-8p www.meridenrooms.com MERIDEN - 1BR Apt 3rd flr, lg. kitchen w/pantry closet, near bus & train routes. Stove/ fridge incl. $575 + sec. 203272-5936 MERIDEN - 3BR, 6 rms, 2nd flr. Off st. parking. Stove, w/d hookup. No pets. $900 + sec. Call 203-235-2703 MERIDEN - 5 room, 2 Bedroom, 3rd floor, newly remodeled, off street parking, no pets, $800 plus utilities, references. 203671-9644 MERIDEN - 815 Broad Street 2BR $700. HT/HW included Section 8 approved. No pets. 860-246-0613

Voice Lessons Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

MERIDEN 2&3 bedrooms new paint/ carpet off street parking w/d hookup $875 to $925 per mo 1yr lease Call 203-671-2672 MERIDEN 2BR, 2nd fl, off st parking. WD hookup. Plenty of storage. $725. Available 12/1. (203) 269-8747 MERIDEN 3 Bedroom. 31 Twiss St. 2nd Floor. Newly painted, recently updated stove & refrigerator. $850 per month+ $1000 security. 203-630-2719

MERIDEN 32 Cook Ave.

1 BR Apts & Studios $595 & Up Limited Time-1 mo free rent! Heat & HW incl. 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 4BR- 73 Twiss St, 1st flr avail. $1000/mo Sect 8 appr’d. Leave message at (860) 426-0658 MERIDEN Cook Avenue 1 BR. 1st fl. Renovated. $825 includes heat, hot water and electric. (203) 265-4664

APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN- 3BRs, 3rd flr. W/D hkup. Section 8 approved. Offst parking. No pets. $850-$875. 860-995-9506 MERIDEN- Clean, big 3BR apt. 1st flr. Freshly painted. Cherry floors. Off st. parking. Good neighbors. $895/mo. Call Jonah (203) 430-0340 MERIDEN- Hubbard Park 1-2 BR, CAIR/heat. 775 W. Main St. $780-$925 month. Sect 8 approved. Call Chino 203-907-9276 203-296-4975 MERIDEN- Nice 1BR, 72 North First St., Apt 5. Parking, appliances, $595. Credit, references. No pets. 203-238-1890 MERIDEN-1BR, Huge rooms, walk-in closet, parking, w/d hookup, 1st class! $600/mo. Credit check + 2 mos. sec. req. No pets. 203-284-0597 MERIDEN-1BRS-Starting @ $665 All appls & hot water incl. 1 & 1 mo. sec.. No pets. Coin op laundry. 1095 Old Colony Rd. Showings Sat’s 9-11am. 203-581-3620 MERIDEN-3BR, 3rd floor, newly painted & carpeted, off-stparking. $750/mo + 2mo sec. Call 203-464-3083 MERIDEN-3BR, nice, clean, newly remodeled, new bath & kit. W/D hkup, off-st-parking. $950/mo. Call 203-417-1675 MERIDEN-Fully furnished 3Rms, 1BR, LR, kit, prvt bath. $575/mo. Lease & sec dep req’d. Call 203-238-9772 MERIDEN-Private studio apt, clean and quiet, on bus lines, No pets. Sec & refs. $500/mo + utilities. Call 203-982-3042 MERIDEN-Spacious 4BR in quiet residential area, near hwys. $1350/mo. Call 203-4444634 leave message SOUTHINGTON-1st fl, 2 family home, 3BR, 1BA, newer SS appls, gar., prvt backyd w/lg deck, conv. loc. $1295/mo + utils. 860-625-1411 leave msg SO. MERIDEN Updated 3-4BR 2nd floor. Off st parking. Washer/dryer hookup. No pets, no smoking. $1000 per month. Call Sue Farone 203-235-3300

MERIDEN large modern 2 bdrm apt, Call 203-685-2836 or 203-685-0069

All Ages and Levels Welcome PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION. 1 Session only, $100. Group discount available! Call for next class 203-415-1144

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

FOR RENT

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SEASONED FIREWOOD Split. Ready for delivery. $235/ cord. Discounts over three cords. (203) 927-2681

HARLEY-DAVIDSON 1997 SXGL Low rider - Rides like new, looks like new. $8000 or best offer. Call 203-915-9856

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

MERIDEN 1 & 2 bdrm. Free Heat Included. Move in Condition. Off-street parking. $650-$795 Please call Betty 203 443-5548

Meriden Reduced Rent Pay for a 1 Bedroom and Move into a 2 Bedroom. $750. Heat & HW incl. 203-639-8751 MERIDEN STUDIOS - $650 1BRs - $750 2BRs - $850. Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841

WALLINGFORD - 2 BR apt, offstreet parking, avail now, 3rd floor, $850 incl all utils, 203530-1840 WALLINGFORD - 2BR, 1st flr, FP, hdwd, renovated, w/d hookup. Appliances. No pets/smoking. Available now. $900. (203) 284-0793 WALLINGFORD - Near transportation, 5 rooms, 2 BR, 2nd floor, 2 family, off St. parking, no pets, $750 plus utilities, 203-284-1853

MERIDEN- 1023 Old Colony Rd.

2 BR - $750 & UP Heat & HW, Off st. parking. Limited Time - 1 mo free rent. Call 203-886-7016 MERIDEN- 1BR 1st flr apt w/ kit/LR combo, wall to wall carpet/linoleum. Off st. parking. Exc cond/location. $650. 1st, last & 1 mo. sec. 860-663-1229 MERIDEN- 1BR Winter Special $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric incl. Private balcony. Call for info 203-639-4868 MERIDEN- 2BR, walk-up attic, 2nd Floor. Off street parking. $800 per month. Call (203) 639-1634 MERIDEN- 3 bedroom apartment for rent. First floor. Section 8 approved. Call (203) 6340732

WALLINGFORD 2nd FL, 2BR 1Bath 4RM. HDWD & Tile Kit. Newly Remodeled. W/D hook-up. New Appliances + DW. 2 off-st. Weekly Garb. $860 + util. (203) 213-6829 WALLINGFORD ROBIN HILL APARTMENTS Great location! 1BRs starting at $750. 2BRS starting at $850. Call 203-294-9110 for more info WALLINGFORD STUDIO Semi-furnished. Newly renovated. Hardwood floors. Private driveway & private yard. No pets. 203-284-2077/203-654-6190 WALLINGFORD- 1BR 3rd fl. Electric incl. Choate vic. Nice yard, off st parking. $750 + sec. Avail now. 203-640-6308

The North Haven Citizen — Friday, December 11, 2009

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD-2BR, LR, DR, sep. laundry rm w/appls, gourmet EIK, off-st-parking, C/Air & heat. No pets/smoking. $950/mo. Call 860-796-1561 WALLINGFORD-5Rm apt, hdwd flrs. No pets. Good credit a must. Lease, sec. $850/mo. NORTHFORD Efficiency good credit No pets. Lease, sec. $580/mo 2 1/2Rm. Good credit. No pets. Lease, sec. $650/mo. KOWALSKI REALTORS (203) 265-5671 WALLINGFORD-Christian St 5 rooms, hardwood floors, pantry, porch, garage, refrigerator & stove, Washer dryer hookup $925. References. no pets. Call 203-868-1087 WALLINGFORD. 2 BR, 2nd flr, quiet, clean, off st parking. Conv. to hwys. Appls, w/d, porches. Some pets OK. $850. (203) 269-4189; 203-623-2045

ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED DEBRIS removal of any kind. Demolition sheds, pools, etc. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

ELECTRICAL SERVICE T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

SMALL JOBS WELCOME

203-237-2122 EXCAVATING

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770 WLFD-2BR, 2nd flr, Choate area. W/D hkup. No smoking/pets. Credit check & references. $900 + utils. Call 203-376-2007

FOUNDATIONS For additions & garages. Excavating & drainage. Call Stepping Stones. 203-6313181 CT #604493 HOUSE CLEAN Outs, Garages Basements, Attics, Yards Big or Small..... We Take It All Free Estimates. Call Ed.

WLFD-3rd fl, 4 sm. rms, appl’s, clean, quiet. Newly painted. Dead-end st. Sec. $650/mo. No pets. Credit check. Owner /Agent. 203-269-7348 WLFD-48 Allen Ave, 2nd flr, 4Rm, 2BR, off st parking, $850/ mo, 1-1/2 mo sec. Easy access I-91/Merrit Pkwy. 203 430 6896 //48allenave.yolasite.com

ROOMS FOR RENT MERIDEN - Rooms For Rent $100 per week. All utilities & cable TV included. No drugs or alcohol, Please Call 203-537-6284 MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $130/wk. + sec or call 203-630-3823 12p8p www.Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN- Clean, 1st flr, furn. rm. Private entrance. Share kit. & bath. All utils. Leave message 203-238-3369

NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT

Wallingford/Durham 10’ x 20’ & 20’ X 45’ w/electricity. Available Dec 1. 203-751-1977

STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

CORNERSTONE FENCE & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-237-GATE CT Reg #601060

GUTTERS

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Fall C/U. 860-575-8218/203-535-9817

Over 25 years experience. Call today for free estimates. Call 203-440-3535 Ct. Reg. #578887

ATTORNEYS HANDYPERSONS

Bankruptcy Free Consultation Keep home, auto, 401k, etc. STOP FORECLOSURES IRS & “Repos” Atty F.W. Lewis 439 Main St, Yalesville 203-265-2829 “Debt Relief Agency” We help people file for relief under the bankruptcy code

CARPENTRY REPAIRS done by carpenters. Free estimate. Complete home improvements. 203-238-1449 CT Reg #578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

CHILD CARE LICENSED Home daycare seeking before & after school-age children. First aid certified. (203) 269-9089 License #54403

CONCRETE & CEMENT

WLFD Right on Center St. Ample parking, great exposure 1500SF w/full bsmt. Great opportunity to be right on Center. CAIR, conf rm, storage. A must see. $1250/mo. Call Kathy 203-265-5618

FENCING

FOUNDATIONS For additions & garages. Excavating & drainage. Call Stepping Stones. 203-6313181 CT #604493

ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR All types of home repair & powerwashing, snowplowing, phone wiring, carpentry. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837 203-879-4731 or 203-592-1148

Home Doctor Tiny repairs-Major renovations Custom Carpentry, plumbing, elec, gutters cleaned. 42 yrs exp. 203-639-8389 CT 573358 LOOSE, wobbling wood chairs or tables? I can make them sturdy again! Barry 203-238-2704 SCOTT SHOP Handyman Service “Honey-Do List Specialist” Indoor or outdoor - we do it all. (203) 715-2951 CT Reg #839824

Shamock Roofing All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co. HEATING & COOLING

HOUSE CLEANING HOLIDAY CLEANING SPECIAL Buy 3 hours - get 1 hour free. We aim to please. (203) 440-2716 or (860) 754-7953 POLISH woman can clean your house, office with care. 2nd cleaning 15% off. Ins & bonded. Refs. Kasia 860-538-4885

JUNK REMOVAL JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, house, office, attic, cellar, gar, yd. Spring C/U. 860-575-8218/203-535-9817 10% off if you mention this ad

PETE IN THE PICKUP Junk removal 203-886-5110 For All Your Junk Removal Needs Single Family ● Multi-Families ● Construction Clean-Ups ●Realtor - Property Mgrs ● Bank-Owned/Foreclosed Properties ●Junk Car Removal ● Dumpster Services Available

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

LANDSCAPING GARY Wodatch Lawn & Landscaping Complete Fall clean-ups. Quick Courteous Srv. Est ‘85. All calls returned. Lic ins. #566326. 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

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 JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Fall cleanups, gutter cleaning & snow removal! Comm/ Resid. Lic & fully ins. Free Estimates. Top quality work. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311

DUMPSTERS

15 yard roll-off - $350 20 yard roll-off - $450 Empire Construction, LLC 203-537-0360

ALBERT’S HOME REPAIR Roofs, decks, windows, doors siding, floors, sheetrock, gutters. Ins & lic. # HIC-0623837

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING L & E PAINTING Spruce Up Your Home or Business! Professional Quality & Affordable Rates. CT Reg #623250 www.landeprop.com Call Trevor (203) 938-3789 MIRKEL PAINTING Popcorn ceilings. Interiors from $125. All work fully warrantied. CT Reg #569864. Ed 203-824-0446

CURBSIDE PICKUP RICK’S AFFORDABLE Fall Clean-ups, brush/tree removal, curbside vac truck, tree & pricker removal. 11 yrs exp. 203-530-4447. JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Fall Cleanups, Gutter Cleaning & Snow Removal. Comm/ Resid. Lic & fully ins. Free estimates. Top quality work. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311

ROOFING

PRICKER REMOVAL

OMEGA ROOFING - Shingles, flat roofs, new & repair. $299 Leak Special! All work guaranteed. Free Estimates. CT Reg #624631. 203-627-2687 All types of remod. 30+ yrs exp. No $$ Down. CT Reg 523804. Ins

203-237-4124 an LLC co

YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. FIREWOOD 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159

SERVICES OFFERED SNOW Blower Tune Up & Repair Starting at $75. Pick Up/Delivery available. Barsin Products (203) 239-6997

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, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.

Fahey Plumbing & Heating

203-237-0350

Quality ● Clean/Neat ● Honest! A guaranteed job at a good price! Days, Nights, Wknds - Same Price

CT Reg. #516790

ROOFING

WINTER SPECIALS!! Safety Pruning & Removals! Licensed Arborist. 75ft bucket Precise Tree 203-272-4216

Shamock Roofing

SIDING

203-235-1383

TREE SERVICES

RICK’S AFFORDABLE Fall clean-ups, curbside pickup, brush, tree, pricker & underbrush removal. No job too big or small. 11 yrs exp. 203-530-4447.

PLUMBING

FIDERIO & SONS

It's all here!

Gonzalez Construction Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

203-639-0032 C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

Empire Construction, LLC Your Professional Roofer New Roofs, Reroofs, Tearoffs We fix leaks too! 203-269-3559 CT Reg#565514 www.EmpireLLC.biz

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790

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Friday, December 11, 2009 — The North Haven Citizen

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3M Purification is seeking individuals for regular full-time employment in manufacturing.

MANAGER

Starting rates for expected openings range from $14.51 with incremental increases within the first 2 years. Successful applicants must have a High School diploma or equivalent, and must be at least18 years old. Ability to work any shift, and must be able to work overtime as scheduled. Preference will be given to candidates with mechanical, manufacturing, military, chemical processing, or other types of industrial experience. 3M offers a strong benefits package, which includes: ● ● ●

Medical, Prescription, Disability, Dental Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Pension Plan and 401K Savings Plan

Also included are additional benefits such as life insurance, employee assistance services, and health care and dependant care reimbursement accounts.

If you are looking to join a team of professionals dedicated to providing solutions to a very demanding customer base, apply with us. We have immediate openings for the following positions:

Quality Engineer Candidate will work closely with engineering. Must be fluent in GD&T, CMM programming and various inspection methods. Ability to design inspection fixtures, custom gages, and create process plans and procedures/capability studies a plus. Successful candidate will participate in contract reviews. Strong communication skills required. Position requires customer/supplier contact and travel.

Effective December 1, 2009 through 4:30 PM on December 10, 2009, applications will be available at the 3M Meriden location at:

400 Research Parkway Meriden CT, 06450

Best Cleaners, a stable, progressive and innovative company is hiring a plant manager for our North Haven location. Position requires management exp., dry-cleaning preferred. Manager is responsible for overssing the day-to-day operations of a Best Cleaners Plant, customer relations, sales growth, staffing, meeting production and payroll goals, meeting safety and quality standards, and maintenance. Job requires a 5 1/2 day work schedule but no late nights. We offer a competitive salary plus a fabulous incentive plan. Benefits: Health, Dental and Life Ins., Pd Vacation, Holidays and Birthday, Pension, Employee Assistance Program, Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement and Referral Bonuses.

Send resumes or apply in person at Lyons Tool and Die Att: Human Resources 185 Research Parkway Meriden, CT 06450 Or via e-mail at human.resources@lyons.com STORES & OFFICES FOR RENT

WALLINGFORD Retail space Strip mall location. Storefront 900+ Sq Ft. $700/month. 203-627-5888

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

3M is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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GENERAL Dentist in Wlfd/ Cromwell seeking PT/FT Dental Asst. Exp preferred. Please call Kim 203-265-0788

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Group Home Positions HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR SALE

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MERIDEN 8620 SF Commercial with retail exposure. Loading dock w/drive-in door. Lobby. $2450/month. (860) 384-4205

MERIDEN Houses for sale, rent or lease purchase. Visit our website at www.galleriahouses.com or call 203-671-2223 Galleria Real Estate

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

WLFD Back on the market and lower price! Earn big $$ when you take over this Filipino store, restaurant, deli. Great Rt. 150 location. Many established clients. $70,000. Maria 203-265-5618

RMS

MANUFACTURING Manufacturer seeks the following: experienced shipper and assembles. F/T, P/T - 4 day work week. Apply in person to:

Manufacturing IMMEDIATE NEEDS all shifts Competitive wages. ● Machine Operators ● Mechanical and electronic assemblers Knowledge of calipers, micrometers, blueprints or soldering a plus.

HELP WANTED

ASSEMBLY Berlin permanent job. Good eye/hand coordination, job stability. $14/hr. Resumes ONLY mweiner@armazzotta.com

BOOKKEEPER - Experienced professional to make entries in accounting for multiple companies. Email resume to: vinny@maplewoodct.com

WLFD Gorgeous Colonial on a large level lot. Great loc. Home features 8rms, kit, LR, DR, 4 or 5BRs, 3 full baths, large deck, upper level balcony, large rooms. Much more $270,000. Sue or Sil for details 203-265-5618 MERIDEN $319,900 4 1BR units. Two of the apts are completely remod. Building has updated electric & plumbing and a new roof. Please see MLS#N291329 for more details. Call Annemarie 203-235-3300

WLFD $175,000 Large 2 family w/store front. Possible 3 family house R6 zone. Separate utilities, corner lot with some yard. Call Brian Miller 203-265-5618

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CALL Center Position (Wallingford): Looking for full-time friendly, enthusiastic agent. Must have previous phone & computer experience. Job entails answering for a property management group - providing detailed information and scheduling appointments. Bilingual a plus. Please contact Valerie at 203-284-6040 Ext 112 DENTAL Office Receptionist Must have an outgoing personality and a smile. Bi-lingual a plus. Please fax resumes to Mike 203-634-3643

HELP WANTED

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Please contact Lizz or Juan at 203-265-6699 to schedule an interview. You must be able to provide a resume at time of interview, pass all pre-employment testing and provide valid ID upon offer of employment. EOE.

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BILLING DEPT Part time in busy medical office handling insurance follow-up. Medicare exp. preferred. Please send resume to: Record Journal, Box 78M, 11 Crown St, Meriden CT 06450

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C.N.C. Operator Minimum 5 years experience setting up and operating CNC machines (MAZAK preferred). Experience with small complicated components helpful. Must be capable to assist with debugging operating problems; working from blueprints and programming CNC machines. Familiarity with Mazatrol, Mastercam and "G" code helpful. Competitive compensation packages available. EOE

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