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THISHIS WEEK’S 

QUOTEUOTE 

‘The best thing about 

the future is that it 

comes one day at a 

time.’ 

INSIDE 

A8-9 — OPINION 

A7 — SPORTS 

B1 — HOT SPOT 

B5-6 — OBITS 

B6 — RELIGION 

B7-8 — CALENDAR 

LOCAL 

Mansion at Balding 

Hill celebrates 1 year 

Page A3 

SPORTS 

Sports Roundup 

Page A7 

OURUR BETTERETTER NATURETURE 

BLUEBIRDS OF HAPPINESS 

PAGE A5 

OPINIONPINION 

GET YOUR 

POINT ACROSS 

PAGE A8 

WHAT TO DO 

A CALENDAR 

OF AREA EVENTS 

PAGE B8-9 

VILLAGEILLAGE TRIVIARIVIA 

What problem did Leonardo da 

Vinci, Winston Churchill, Albert 

Einstein, Thomas Edison and 

Gen. George Patton have in common? 

Answer on page 2. 

Budget moves to referendum 

$400K ADDED BACK TO SCHOOL NUMBERS 

Building up volunteerism 

HABITAT COMPLETES PROJECT IN PUTNAM 

BY OLIVIA BRAATEN 

VILLAGER CORRESPONDENT 

PUTNAM — Walter Euskas 

isn’t usually the source of commotion 

in his Marshall Street 

neighborhood. The Putnam 

man, elderly but spry, typically 

quietly tends to his plants, 

which, for a master gardener, is 

one of life’s greatest delights. 

One of his favorite spots to 

work used to be the sunporch at 

the back of his house. Six years 

ago, that sunporch was in such 

serious disrepair that Euskas 

hired a lone carpenter to fix it 

up. Eight hundred dollars later, 

the carpenter was gone and the 

sunporch still untouched. 

So Saturday, May 9, more than 

a dozen helpers bustled into the 

neighborhood. 

Habitat for Humanity of 

Northeast Connecticut had been 

looking for a community project. 

As one of three Habitats in the 

state and one of 175 in the nation 

chosen to partner with Lowe’s 

for “National Women Build 

Week,” the group was given a 

month to pull together a build 

involving at least six hours of 

work and a team of eight. 

That was no problem for local 

Habitat President Lynn Brodeur. 

“We’d been wanting to do a 

women’s build for years,” she 

said. 

Brodeur collaborated with Jeff 

Turn To HABITAT, page A12 

BY MATT SANDERSON 

VILLAGER STAFF WRITER 

KILLINGLY — The annual town 

meeting at the high school Monday 

night, May 11, was an eye-opener 

for some taxpayers and parents 

who had not yet heard of the magnitude 

of the Board of Education’s 

cuts to its 2009-’10 budget, which 

included more than 12 eliminations 

of teaching positions. 

After emotional testimony from 

parents, and a back-and-forth 

debate between the audience and 

the moderator, the public voted to 

put $400,000 back into the Board of 

Education’s budget. 

Now taxpayers will be able to 

participate in a machine vote for 

the budget referendum, which will 

be held from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. next 

Tuesday, May 19, at all of the five 

district polling locations. 

The Board of Education made 

the cuts to its $33.9 million budget 

after the Town Council directed 

members to eliminate more than $1 

million after the initial budget pro- 

Turn To XXXX, page A10 

Olivia Braaten photos 

Lowe’s co-workers Angela White and Jenn Trayner, both of Dayville, signed up for 

the Habitat project as soon as they heard about the opportunity. 

NECCOG 

proposes 

regional 

revaluations 



A combined bill is currently 

being debated in the state’s House 

of Representatives to delay the 

implementation of recent property 

revaluations, or the phase-in of a 

property, until 2011. Legislators are 

also looking closely at an initiative 

crafted by the Northeastern 

Connecticut Council of 

Governments and Senate President 

Pro Tempore Donald Williams’ 

office to bring regional revaluation 

to land parcels in the 12-town 

region of the Quiet Corner, primarily 

to bring municipalities what 

could be significant savings from 

the traditional mandated hiring of 

individual revaluation companies 

every five years. 

The bill passed the state Senate 

last Wednesday, May 6, in a 31-3 

vote, and if it passes the House, it 

could reach the desk of Gov. M. 

Jodi Rell for approval. This initiative 

could be a first of its kind in 

Connecticut, if approved. 

“This idea was brought to me by 

members of the Northeastern 

Council of Governments as a way 

to help ease the burden on property 

taxpayers and lower the cost of 

revaluation for smaller towns,” 

Williams (D-Brooklyn) said in a 

statement. “This allows small 

towns to cooperate regionally and 

save hundreds of thousands of dollars. 

I’m glad I was able to work 

with selectmen of our local towns 

and glad they came forward with 

such a good idea.” 

In the combined bill’s language, 

towns that agree to delay their 

most recent round of revaluations 

and go into a regional effort with 

NECCOG will give revaluation figures 

of all land parcels of real 

property encompassed within the 

towns at the same time period and 

not less than once every five years, 

or annually revalue approximately 

one-fifth of all such parcels over a 

five-year period. 

Residents concerned with future of Brickyard Road 



BROOKLYN — Closing the eastern 

section of Brickyard Road near 

Route 6 was discussed last 

Thursday, May 7, at a special Board 

of Selectmen’s meeting. 

First Selectman Roger Engle said 

he would like to see the eastern end 

of the road closed and a cul-de-sac 

put in, citing that it currently presents 

a safety hazard intersecting 

with Route 6 westbound. 

Terry Chambers, of Sandstone 

Investments, made a presentation 

to the board that night regarding 

the unusual angle the eastern portion 

of Brickyard Road intersects 

with Route 6. Chambers owns five 

acres of land across the street from 

Hank’s Restaurant, which is adjacent 

to the suspect road portion. 

Chambers said Sandstone 

Investments conducted a visibility 

study and found that the east exit to 

Route 6 from Brickyard Road was 

at an acute angle and made it difficult 

for a driver when attempting to 

turn west. 

Another reason for Chamber’s 

request that the board craft a resolution 

to amend the safety hazard 

is because his company may develop 

land across the street. 

Several residents spoke during 

the meeting in favor of or in opposition 

to the proposal. 

Resident Kerry Lambert said she 

did not want her street to become a 

dead end, and that since Route 6 

was widened, the driving conditions 

have improved there. She also 

said that it might be even better 

after Wal-Mart is developed. 

However, Engle said the proposal 

has nothing to do with Wal-Mart, 

but he has long known that the east 

exit of Brickyard Road has been 

dangerous. 

Most residents agreed that a 

looping traffic light might be the 

best solution to the problem, 

instead of closing down the street. 

Lyn LaCharite, owner of Hank’s, 

Turn To REVAL, page A11 

said that after Route 6 was 

widened, it became even more difficult 

to exit onto Route 6, and added 

that she does not feel there is any 

more land to give for a cul-de-sac. 

LaCharite said her business 

already has limited parking spaces 

and is concerned with losing more. 

The selectmen ended the meeting 

without taking action, saying they 

need to do more study on 

Brickyard Road. 

Matt Sanderson may be reached 

at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e- 

mail 

at 

matt@villagernewspapers.com.

A2 • Friday, May 15, 2009 

KILLINGLY VILLAGER 

1938 hurricane took area by surprise 

VILLAGER ALMANAC 

Recently I wrote of the 1936 flood. 

Residents had not completely 

recovered when the region was 

unexpectedly slammed with a much 

worse storm Sept. 21, 1938. Referred to 

as the Long Island Express and the 

Great New England Hurricane, it 

caught both the Weather Service and 

inhabitants of New England unaware. 

Instead of following the projected 

path that curved easterly into the 

Atlantic, this hurricane zoomed north 

along the coast of the United States. 

Moving unusually rapidly at 70 miles 

per hour, the storm was not staying 

over colder water long enough to significantly 

decrease the wind speeds. 

Although winds were estimated at 115 

to 120 miles per hour, they were clocked 

as high as 160 miles per hour. The eye of 

the storm followed the path of the 

Connecticut River northerly into 

Massachusetts. Areas to the east of 

this, including our Northeastern 

Connecticut towns, felt the strongest 

winds. The Autumnal Equinox and full 

moon exacerbated the high tides causing 

severe coastal damage in 

Connecticut and Rhode Island 

(en.wikipedia.org; www.geocities. 

com/hurricane/hurr1938). 

Killingly, Brooklyn, Putnam and 

other area towns were littered with 

debris. When we purchased our property, 

the late William Adams told us that 

the barn had been destroyed in this 

hurricane and that pieces of it were 

found in Massachusetts. Trees had fallen 

like matchstick, and many roads 

were impassable for days. Interviews 

with several residents revealed that 

they still had vivid recollections of the 

storm and its aftermath after all these 

years. 

Killingly resident George Robertson 

was living on the West, or Brooklyn 

side of the Quinebaug River, in 1938. A 

young man who had only been out of 

high school a few years, he was working 

for A. E. Meach Hardware Store in 

Danielson “dressing the windows” and 

could see the trees bending in the wind. 

Then a man stopped and told him to 

come outside. George joined the gathering 

crowd that was watching as the 

steeple to Westfield Congregational 

Church (located at the corner of Main 

and Reynolds Streets) was swaying 

back and forth. Soon it came tumbling 

down, and quite a few people who were 

out on Main Street at the time saw it 

fall. (For a photo of the steeple falling, 

go to the above noted Geocities Web 

site.) Trees were down all over the 

streets, including the beautiful ones 

that had lined Broad Street. Many 

streets were impassable to automobiles. 

In Danielson, the corner was 

taken off the Powdrell and Alexander 

mill at the junction of Maple Street. 

George also remembered that there 

KILLINGLY 

AT 300 

MARGARET 

WEAVER 

was a lot of damage around 

Alexander’s Lake. 

George reminded me that for the 

cleanup, there was only manpower, no 

chainsaws in those days, and it wasn’t 

long before Meach’s Hardware Store 

had sold all the two-man saws and axes 

in stock and residents had cleaned out 

everything needed for repairs. The 

other two hardware stores in 

Danielson, Keech’s and D. 

Blumenthal’s, were also as busy since 

lumber yards did not carry hardware 

in the late 1930s (telephone interview, 

May 7, 2009). 

Joan Kent was only an 8-year-old 

third-grade student at St. James School 

Annex in the Connecticut Mills village, 

but very vividly recalled the storm that 

was “like a nightmare.” She said that 

they did not have the advantage of 

weather forecasts. She was at school in 

the early afternoon when it became 

very windy. The children were told to 

go home immediately and not stop on 

the way. Her family lived on the second 

floor of a two-story house on North 

Street above what was Angie’s Grocery 

Store near the Powdrell and Alexander 

Connecticut Mills plant (no longer 

standing). Her mother, Eva Perreault, 

took the children to a room without too 

many windows. That was fortunate 

because the wind blew the dining room 

windows right in so the floor was littered 

with glass. Luckily, no one was 

injured. The man who lived downstairs 

came and covered the windows. 

That afternoon, Joan also saw the 

roof being lifted off the P & A mill. Her 

grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 

Landry, lived across the street in a 

house that was more protected. It took 

her father and several uncles to help 

her mother and the three children 

across the street because the wind was 

so strong. She remembered something 

being put in front of their faces to protect 

them. 

The next day, as they surveyed the 

damage, they could see that the road 

was littered with trees. Most of the 

beautiful trees in the schoolyard also 

had been felled by the wind. When the 

family tried to walk downtown, they 

had to walk half on the road and half 

on the sidewalks since so many huge 

trees were down. Once they reached 

the business district, most of the stores 

were closed. 

“It was very scary for a young kid. It 

was unbelievable,” she said. 

(Telephone interviews, May 5 and May 

9, 2009.) 

Fab (DuBois) Cutler of Putnam was 

only a little older. She lived at 50 Walnut 

St., was not exposed to such life-threatening 

damage and considered it a great 

adventure. She remembered that her 

father, Isidore DuBois, who operated 

Putnam’s new sewage disposal plant, 

came by car to St. Mary’s School to take 

a group of about five children home. 

Trees were coming down, and a huge 

one came down up her street and 

crossed the road. The next day, they 

spent climbing all over it and having 

“an adventure.” Either in 1938 or 1936, 

the bridges on Providence Street were 

out, and Fab could remember that in 

order to go to St. Mary’s to church, they 

climbed down the bank near the old 

trade school and then climbed up the 

other side, all the while worrying that 

the railroad cars in the vicinity might 

shift (telephone interview, May 7, 2009). 

As it had been in 1936, rising water 

was again a problem. Arthur Parent of 

Killingly, who lived on Battey Street in 

Putnam in 1938, reminisced about 

standing on the Providence Street 

bridge near the Belding Heminway 

mill when the water was so high that it 

was just under the bridge. He noted 

that nobody watched their children so 

much back then (interview, April 2009). 

The Sept. 26, 1938 Norwich Bulletin 

reported one hurricane-related death 

in Killingly and three in Putnam. The 

estimated death total in New England 

was between 682 and 800 people. 

Damage would have been in the billions 

of dollars by today’s standards, 

and an estimated 57,000 homes were 

lost (wikipedia.org). 

There are, of course, many more 

tales to be told of this Great New 

England Hurricane of 1938, and I plan 

to write additional articles on the topic. 

I hope readers will take the time to look 

for photos and contact me through the 

Killingly Historical Society about 

memories from the day of the storm 

and the aftermath. Those stories contain 

the real history of the event, for 

they depict the impact of the hurricane 

on the everyday lives of the people. 

Margaret M. Weaver is the Killingly 

municipal historian. Special thanks to 

George Robertson, Arthur Parent, Joan 

Kent and Fab Cutler for sharing memories. 

For additional information, visit 

the Killingly Historical Center from 10 

a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday or Saturday 

(or by appointment) or online at 

www.killinglyhistory.org. Margaret 

Weaver may be reached at 

cmweaver@hotmail.com. 

QUOTATION OF THE WEEK 

“You can’t beat up the Board of 

Education if you don’t want to spend 

money. The sad thing is everyone needs to 

dig into their pockets a little bit. You can’t 

eliminate sports.” 

— Killingly resident Joe Bove, 

speaking during public comment at the annual town meeting 

last Monday night at the high school 

ALMANAC 

Week of May 4: 

Bird sightings this week at Connecticut Audubon and 

Wyndham Land Trust properties in the northeast corner of 

Connecticut: Bobolink, Scarlet Tanager, Eastern Kingbird, 

Wood Thrush, Baltimore Oriole, Yellow-throated Vireo, 

Prairie Warbler, Indigo Bunting, American Kestrels, 

Warbling Vireo, Field Sparrow, Blue-winged Warbler and 

Worm-eating Warbler. 

TOP 10 HARDCOVER FICTION 

1. Tea Time for the Traditionally Built, Alexander 

McCall Smith 

2. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, 

Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows 

3. The 8th Confession, James Patterson, Maxine Paetro 

4. First Family, David Baldacci 

5. Sag Harbor, Colson Whitehead 

6. The Help, Kathryn Stockett, Amy Einhorn 

7. A Reliable Wife, Robert Goolrick 

8. Home Safe, Elizabeth Berg 

9. The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Stieg Larsson 

10. The Language of Bees, Laurie R. King 

The New England Independent Bestseller List, provided by 

Wonderland Books, Putnam, for the week ending May 3 

TOP 10 PAPERBACK FICTION 

1. Olive Kitteridge, Elizabeth Strout 

2. Unaccustomed Earth, Jhumpa Lahiri 

3. The Elegance of the Hedgehog, Muriel Barbery 

4. The Shack, William P. Young 

5. The White Tiger, Aravind Adiga 

6. American Wife, Curtis Sittenfeld 

7. The Secret Scripture, Sebastian Barry 

8. People of the Book, Geraldine Brooks 

9. Still Alice, Lisa Genova 

10. The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, Junot Diaz 

The New England Independent Bestseller List, provided by 

Wonderland Books, Putnam, for the week ending May 3 

QUOTE &TRIVIA 

FRONT-PAGE QUOTE: — Abraham Lincoln 

Crowning Ceremony to be held 

TRIVIA Answer: 

They were all dyslexic. 

PUTNAM — The daughters of the Holy Spirit, in conjunction 

with the Knights of Columbus Councils of Putnam 

and Danielson, invite the public to a May Crowning 

Ceremony at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 17, at the 

Grotto/Arboretum at 72 Church St. 

Join the Sisters and the Knights to honor Mary in this 

We Have 

Everything 

You Need. 

Chase Road 

Growers 

174 Chase Road • Thompson, CT 

Tel/Fax 860-923-9926 

Buy Direct from Grower, 

Higher Quality at Lower Prices! 

Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat & Sun 10-5 

Memorial 

Day Is On 

The Way. 

Geraniums, Cemetery Pots, Decorative Pots, 

Your Containers Filled to Order. 

Annual Flower & Vegetable Plants, Herbs, 

Some Perennial, Hart’s Seeds 

Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat & Sun 10-5 

Directions: From Intersection of 193 

& 200 at Thompson Center, Take 

193 South. Take first left onto Chase 

Road. We are 6/10th of a mile down 

on the right. 

very special way as they pray for peace and justice in the 

world and raise their hearts in song and prayer. 

Refreshments will be provided. 

In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held 

indoors. 

For more information, please call (860) 928-0891, ext. 148. 

SPRING LAMBS FOR SALE 

For Freezer or Breeding Stock. 

Registered Shropshire and 

Romney Lambs. 

Yearlings available to breed this fall. 

Delivery available. 

Call for pricing, questions, 

and to reserve, 

or visit www.Burlingamefarm.com 

860-774-5975 

FIVE QUESTIONS 

1. In the Army, this U.S. president was known as “Old 

Rough and Ready,” and to get the presidential nomination, 

he triumphed over “Old Fuss and Feathers.” Who was he? 

2. What was the first state to secede from the Union, 

launching the Civil War? 

3. Where did the uprising called Shay’s Rebellion occur? 

4. What is the biggest island in the West Indies? 

5. Where is Bryce Canyon located? 

Answers on page 6 

WEEKEND WEATHER 

Saturday — Slight chance of a thunderstorm. 

Highs in the low 70s and 

lows in the low 50s. 

Sunday — Scattered thunderstorms. 

Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the 

mid 40s. 

provided by the NOAA Weather 

Service 

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Friday, May 15, 2009 

• A3 

20 more jobs cut at Rogers Corp. 

COMPANY HOPES TO RETURN TO FIVE-DAY WORKWEEK 



KILLINGLY — Twenty more salaried nonunion 

positions are scheduled to be cut at 

Rogers Corp.’s headquarters in Killingly and 

its facility in Woodstock, according to a 

spokesman for the global technology and 

communications company. However, it is also 

expected that all the workers for those two 

locations will be able to return to a five-day 

workweek soon, with hopes that the worst of 

the recession has passed. 

William Tryon, manager of investor and 

public relations, said that the fiscal reports 

for the first and second quarters for Rogers 

Corp., with its headquarters located at One 

Technology Drive in Rogers, have experienced 

even lower than normal sales numbers, 

indicating that severance payments in 

the second quarter lead to most recent the 

voluntary layoffs. 

“Quarter 2 is historically Rogers’ softest 

sales quarter,” he said. “We believe that the 



BROOKLYN — The Board of 

Finance talked with the Board of 

Selectmen and the Board of 

Education for more than three and a 

half hours Tuesday night, May 12, to 

discuss the 2009-’10 budgets. 

Superintendent of Schools Louise 

Berry and Board of Education Chair 

Mae Lyons said they are still working 

with their two collective bargaining 

units to meet the Board of 

Finance’s request to bring their proposed 

$15.5 million budget to a 0 percent 

increase. Right now it stands at 

a 0.82 percent increase. 

Joe Voccio, chairman of the Board 

of Finance, has requested that the 

Board of Education come back with 

a budget figure reflecting $15,387,412. 

Lyons said that statewide, the 

bottom for revenues hopefully incurred in 

Quarter 1 this year. We are hoping that we’ve 

experienced the worst of the recession.” 

Along with the severance payments, the 

other job cuts consisted in unfilled positions, 

retirements and layoffs. The company also 

cut 20 jobs in February as the worsening 

economy struck its orders for cell phone 

makers the hardest. 

The biggest reason for the recent round of 

job cuts, said Tryon, were to specifically put 

Rogers Corp.’s overall cost structure more in 

alignment with their current revenues. 

“The revenues are still down significantly 

a quarter of a quarter in a yearly comparison,” 

he said, looking at the first and second 

quarters of 2008. 

Tryon said at the beginning of 2009, the 

company went to a three-day workweek at 

the Woodstock facility, and then, at the end of 

the first quarter, returned to four days. 

“We hope to see increasing demands in the 

economy to return to a five-day workweek 

teachers’ unions are not willing to 

take pay freezes. She said there are 

currently 76 union-certified faculty 

and staff in Brooklyn Schools. 

So far, a total of 4.5 positions have 

been cut from the school system for 

next year. Berry said if all positions 

took a pay freeze, it would reduce the 

budget by $200,000. 

Other Board of Finance members 

requested that the unions should 

make a concession for some middle 

ground on reducing annual pay raises 

in half. 

Berry said they do not want to go 

into cutting any programs, such as 

sports, music or transportation services. 

The $5,114,652 general government 

budget reflected no changes from the 

previous Board of Finance meeting, 

but Voccio stated it is still short 

soon,” he added. 

The third fiscal quarter (April through 

June 30) and the return to a five-day workweek 

all depend on increased sales in the 

marketplace. 

The job cuts, says Tryon, primarily 

occurred at the Woodstock facility, Roger’s 

High Performance Foam Division, at 245 

Woodstock Road. He said that facility has 

around 100 to 120 employees, half of whom 

are salaried non-union workers. 

Tryon said the company has about 280 

workers in Connecticut, and about half are 

unionized. The job cuts reflect about a 5 percent 

reduction of salaried positions within 

Rogers Corp. worldwide, indicating that 

roughly 20 additional jobs were cut abroad. 

Matt Sanderson may be reached at (860) 928- 

1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at matt@villagernewspapers.com. 

Academy budget approved at 1.99 tuition increase 



WOODSTOCK — The Board of 

Trustees for Woodstock 

Academy approved its 2009-’10 

spending plan last month, as 

well its less than originally 

anticipated tuition increase for 

its sending towns, which is a 1.99 

percent increase, rather than the 

2.66 percent increase initially 

proposed during budget talks 

last February. 

“The budget maintains programs 

for our students,” said 

Sandra Fredrickson, chair of the 

Board of Trustees. “That is the 

main focus of our mission. We 

believe we have provided the 

sending towns with a very 

responsible budget that reflects 

the needs of all students.” 

The $13.4 million Academy 

budget increases tuition to 

$10,928 per student, which is $213 

up from the current 2008-’09 

tuition of $10.715 and down $71 

from the originally proposed 

$10,999 tuition increase in 

February. 

Headmaster Richard Foye said 

the cuts came from a history 

teacher’s pending retirement 

and the re-assigning of a teacher 

to that position once the retirement 

takes effect for the next 

school year. As a result, the 

Board of Trustees also decided 

to not refill that additional history 

teacher position. 

Foye added that the only major 

project in the budget for next 

year is the sewer easement connection 

project to the municipal 

lines. 

“We’ve applied for funding 

from the USDA, but we also have 

funds set aside to pay for that,” 

he added. 

The Academy’s sending towns 

comprises Woodstock, Pomfret, 

Brooklyn, Eastford, Union and 

Canterbury. 

Woodstock Public Schools 

Superintendent Francis Baran 

said they currently send 468 

Woodstock students to the 

Academy and the slight tuition 

reduction saved approximately 

$33,000 in their Board of 

Education budget. 

Dr. Richard Packman, superintendent 

of schools in Pomfret, 

said the Academy’s budget 

translated to a $15,192 savings in 

his Board of Education’s proposed 

2009-’10 budget. 

“We are projecting 211 students 

for next year,” he said. 

“This year we had 213 students 

attending the Academy. That 

was great savings for Pomfret.” 

In Brooklyn, their Board of 

Education will gain approximately 

$56,000 in savings from 

the tuition decrease at the 

Academy. 

“We are extremely pleased 

with the decrease in their 

tuition,” said Dr. Louise Berry, 

superintendent of schools. “The 

fact that the sending towns are 

having difficulty with budgets, 

the Woodstock Academy Board 

of Trustees helped.” 

Linda Loretz, principal of 

Eastford Elementary School, 

Budgets still being analyzed 

BOE NEEDS TEACHER PAY CONCESSIONS OR MORE PROPOSED CUTS 

roughly $65,000 to meet a 0 percent 

increase. 

A difficult topic he said he might 

have to bring up at their next meeting 

would be the future of the resident 

trooper program in town. 

Also at the meeting, the Board of 

Finance found out it had misplaced 

funds amounting to roughly $230,000 

that was never spent when it was 

supposed to be bonded for projects 

during the current fiscal year. The 

board voted to move the money to a 

capital reserve fund. 

Voccio also stated that the town, 

like many neighboring ones in 2008- 

’09, saw a decrease in revenue. He 

said Brooklyn’s shortfall was $74,000. 

Matt Sanderson may be reached at 

(860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at 

matt@villagernewspapers.com. 

said they will be sending 79 students 

to the Academy next 

school year. 

“That has really allowed us to 

come below a 0 percent 

increase,” said Loretz about 

their Board of Education’s 2009- 

’10 budget, which was presented 

this week to the public. “We are 

subtracting $30,000 from last 

year’s level. Us having fewer students 

helps our budget. 

Woodstock Academy didn’t 

come in a whole lot higher than 

last year.” 

“I think Woodstock Academy 

provides a quality education to 

the students of Eastford at a fair 

and reasonable price,” said 

Garry Carabeau, chairman of 

the Eastford Board of 

Education. 

Matt Sanderson may be 

reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, 

or by e-mail at matt@villagernewspapers.com. 

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A4 • Friday, May 15, 2009 


Mansion At Bald Hill celebrates 1 year in business 



WOODSTOCK — The Mansion At Bald 

Hill, located at 29 Plaine Hill Road in South 

Woodstock, celebrated its one-year anniversary 

under new management last month. It 

is located in the heart of what the New York 

Times calls “one of the most 10 scenic drives 

in the nation.” 

Owners Scott Plantier and Joel 

Theriaque and Janet Waterman, general 

manager and executive director of events, 

are excited for another full year of fine dining, 

catering, weddings, special functions 

and also serving under the historic mansion’s 

original purpose, a bed and breakfast. 

Situated on the plush and hidden 92-acre 

campus of Linemaster Switch Corp., the 

stone walls and wrought-iron gates of The 

The historic Mansion At Bald Hill in South Woodstock, located on beautiful and 

lush 92-acre campus of Linemaster Switch Corporation. 

Mansion At Bald Hill encompass the definition 

of a scenic getaway, or just a celebration, 

in eastern Connecticut. 

“We’re just so proud of the building, the 

business and what’s gone along with it,” 

said Waterman. “We’re doing very well.” 

Stepping back into time, the mansion was 

built in 1892 and owned by Roxanna 

Wentworth Bowen, heiress to the Pullman 

Train fortune, and her husband Clarence 

Bowen, who had purchased the parcel back 

then known as Bald Hill. 

Continuing the deep Bowen family roots 

in Woodstock of Henry C. Bowen, the grand 

structure is completely hidden from outside 

view, as planned by the Bowens. It 

stands four stories high and is more than 

13,000 square feet. There are 21 rooms, 

including six bedrooms of different 

themes: the Wentworth Room, Mrs. 

Bowen’s Room, Mr. 

Bowen’s Room, Bald 

Hill Suite, Roxanna’s 

Suite and the Garden 

Room. 

Prior to the 

Bowens owning Bald 

Hill, it was barren 

and associated with 

the farm as open 

field and crop growing. 

When purchased 

by the Bowens, they 

planted thousands of 

maple, beech, pine 

and oak trees. It was 

at this time while the 

trees were taking 

root that the mansion 

was built. 

Over time, ownership 

has changed at 

the mansion, and 

now it has taken on 

the life of an elegant 

restaurant to complement 

the bed and 

Matt Sanderson photos 

From the left are Scott Plantier, owner; Janet Waterman, director of events; and Joel Theriaque, owner, who 

are the main operators under the new management at The Mansion At Bald Hill, located at 29 Plaine Hill 

Road in South Woodstock. They celebrated their first year in business last month. 

breakfast. 

Operating year-round, the dining facility 

sits 65 people normally, but can fit close to 

100 for special events, such as banquets, 

Waterman said. It has a full bar and wine 

menu. 

The patio out back is attractive in the 

summer for outside dining, Plantier said. 

He and Theriaque plan the seasonal menu 

for the mansion. They built a brand new 

state-of-the-art kitchen in the mansion in 

late 2007 to prepare for their grand opening. 

The two said they try to take on an international 

flavor, as well as include traditional 

American comfort foods. 

“I like not categorizing,” Plantier said 

about their food menu, which includes 

exquisite spring-themed dishes like the lobster 

quesadilla, their New Zealand rack of 

lamb, veal Napoleon and shellfish paella. 

He added that their dynamite roll is very 

popular as an appetizer. 

Waterman said they normally take reservations 

in advance, but walk-ins are welcome. 

For more information on The Mansion At 

Bald Hill, visit online at www.mansionatbaldhill.com, 

call 974-3456 or send an e-mail 

to info@mansionatbaldhill.com. 

Matt Sanderson may be reached at (860) 

928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at matt@villagernewspapers 

.com. 

Source to Sea Expedition continues 

The exciting trek through the 

Thames River Watershed continues 

this week with more free, family-friendly 

events. The “2009 

Source to Sea Expedition: 

Connecting the Drops through 

The Last Green Valley” is proudly 

presented by The Last Green 

Valley Inc. (TLGV) and more than 

80 partners. Thousands of people 

have participated in this celebration 

of the water resources of the 

local region. 

On Saturday, May 16, take part 

in the Quaddick Lake Paddle in 

Thompson, sponsored by the 

Quaddick Lake Association. 

Beginning at 10 a.m., paddle from 

Quaddick State Park to the north 

end of the lake, which remains in 

pristine condition, surrounded by 

state forestland. Return to the 

state park for refreshments and an 

educational session. Paddlers who 

so choose will then take a leisurely 

paddle to the south end of the 

lake and back. 

Registration is required. This 

event is limited to 20 boats; children 

under 12 are welcome in the 

same craft as a parent. Paddlers 

must have their own boat and 

equipment, including life jacket 

worn at all times on the water. For 

more information or to register, 

contact Shirley Rafferty at (508) 

579-4350 or shirleyrafferty@charter.net. 

The rain date is May 17. 

Also May 16, the Killingly River 

Fun Race Day, sponsored by the 

Killingly Parks & Recreation and 

Economic Development departments, 

will be held at the 

Danielson Little League Fields 

Complex and Wayne Lafreniere 

Canoe Launch. Check-in and dayof 

registration will be held from 7 

to 8 a.m., with a mandatory prerace 

meeting at 8:15 a.m. The race 

will start at 9 a.m. 

Enter a team of up to five members 

or, for those weekend warriors, 

try it solo. This sprint-style 

relay race will have a mass start 

including the following disciplines: 

.7-mile run, 2-mile paddle 

(choose kayak or canoe; one or 

two team members allowed for 

this leg), 1-mile “just wheels” 

(skateboard, rollerblade or a 

non motorized scooter) and a 1- 

mile bike. 

All teams and solo participants 

must provide their own 

equipment for all disciplines of 

this relay race. 

The first team or solo competitor 

across the finish line 

will take home a $100 cash 

prize. A Coast Guard approved 

PFD and a helmet must be worn 

for participants performing the 

kayak/canoe leg of the race. In 

addition, helmets are mandatory 

for the bike and “just 

wheels” portion of the race. 

Participants must be 12 years 

old, and anyone under the age 

of 18 must have a signed parent 

waiver form. 

T-shirts will be given to all 

pre-registered participants and 

will be available to purchase 

the day of the event. Pre-regis- 

GAMESTOP 

OPENS IN 

KILLINGLY 

COMMONS 

Matt Sanderson photo 

From the left are Economic 

Development Director Elsie 

Bisset; Susan Dischert, store 

manager of the Willimantic 

GameStop; Dan Dwyer, store 

manager of Killingly Commons 

GameStop; Town Council 

Chairman Robert Young and 

Town Manager Bruce Benway 

last month at the grand opening 

of GameStop in Killingly 

Commons. The store can be 

reached at 779-6538. 

tration closed April 30. Day-of registration 

will be available only if 

the pre-registration minimum of 

four teams has been met. For status 

updates for day-of registration, 

please call (860) 779-5390. 

Day-of registration fee is $35 per 

team. Payment methods are cash 

or check, and checks are made 

payable to Killingly Parks and 

Recreation. For more information, 

contact Killingly Parks and 

Recreation at (860) 779-5390 or 

killingly.rec.dept@snet.net. 

Following the race, a Quinebaug 

River Paddle will be held, with a 

new water trail segment dedicated. 

Paddlers will meet and shuttle 

at 11 a.m., with the ceremony and 

then the paddle starting at noon. 

This scenic but challenging 

stretch of river winds through 5 

or 6 miles of mostly Class I and 

some Class II waters. Registration 

is required. This event is limited 

to 20 boats. Paddlers must be at 

least 16 years old and have their 

own boat and equipment, including 

life jacket worn at all times on 

the water. For more information 

or to register, contact The Last 

Green Valley, which sponsors the 

event, at (860) 774-3300. 

Other events include 

Quinebaug Valley Fish Hatchery 

Tour in Plainfield at 2 p.m. 

Saturday, May 16, and 9 a.m. 

Sunday, May 17; Bakerwoods 

Family Day May 16 in Ashford; 

Quinebaug River Paddle from 

Plainfield to Canterbury May 17; 

and the Canterbury Landing celebration 

May 17 in Canterbury. 

For more details and complete 

Source to Sea event listings from 

April to June, please visit 

www.thelastgreenvalley.org (click 

on the Source to Sea logo) or contact 

Lois Bruinooge at (860) 774- 

3300 or e-mail lois@tlgv.org. 

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WHAT IS IT? 


• A5 

My husband and sister have 

both asked me, “Why do 

people get so goopy over 

bluebirds?” I think there are a 

number of reasons why we become 

fascinated and even addicted to this 

charming creature. 

OUR 

BETTER 

NATURE 

BET 

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Bluebirds are beautiful. Their 

leisurely and buoyant flight pattern 

offers a slow-motion view of 

cerulean blue feathers, making it 

seem as though the male “carries 

the sky on his back” (Henry David 

Thoreau). 

Bluebirds are considered harbingers 

of spring. As WL Dawson 

penned in 1903, “How the waiting 

countryside thrills with joy when 

Bluebird brings us the first word of 

returning spring.” Although they 

may overwinter in colder climes, 

they actively begin house hunting 

in February and March, signaling 

better weather ahead. 

Bluebirds are associated with 

hope, happiness and things we 

love. They have probably appeared 

in more songs, poems and literature 

than any other bird. In 1934, 

tenor Jan Peerce made the 

“Bluebird of Happiness” a nationwide 

hit. It’s hard not to smile when 

hearing about “Mr. Bluebird on My 

Shoulder” from the Disney film 

Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah. 

Bluebirds remind us of simpler 

times. They were not only 

abundant in the tunes of our youth, 

but also in the countryside in the 

days before suburban sprawl. Most 

of us can clearly remember our 

first view of that flash of blue. 

Because they have become less 

common, it is even more 

thrilling to see one now. 

Bluebirds are family oriented. 

The courting male 

dotes on the female, waving his 

wings, enticing her to select a 

nest site, and offering her 

treats. He courageously guards 

the box during nest construction. 

He delivers food to the 

incubating female and participates 

equally in feeding 

nestlings and fledglings. Both 

parents will die defending 

their young from House 

Sparrows. 

Their song is enchanting. 

The velvety undertones are “... 

so soft and gentle; they sing to 

no one save themselves,” noted 

Kenny Kleinpeter. Clyde Todd 

(1940) said their song, “… like 

the gentle murmur of a flowing 

brook in soothing cadence, 

awakens a sense of well-being and 

content in each responsive listener.” 

Bluebirds are friendly. They 

seem to almost enjoy human company. 

They display no fear of nesting 

near human habitation. They 

tolerate periodic monitoring of 

their nests as we peek in to see 

their fuzzy-headed hatchlings. 

Bluebirds do no harm. In the 

days before pesticides, farmers put 

up nestboxes around their fields, as 

they were aware that bluebirds eat 

many insects, and the fruit they eat 

during the winter is not of the cultivated 

variety. While bluebirds 

will compete for nesting sites and 

defend their own abode, they do not 

maliciously attack other birds, eggs 

or nests. 

Attracting bluebirds is a challenging 

hobby. Since the number 

of natural cavities has dwindled 

and competition from exotic 

species like House Sparrows and 

starlings is severe, bluebirds 

depend on humans to survive and 

thrive. Because of this, we feel an 

NEWS BRIEF 

Photo by David Kinneer 

An attentive male Eastern Bluebird offers a tasty 

treat to his mate. 

almost parental sense of ownership 

and satisfaction when we enable 

successful nesting. Bluebirding 

taps into problem solving skills and 

creativity, scientific curiosity, and a 

love of nature and the outdoors. 

Bluebirds remind us of both 

the bad and good humans are 

capable of. Almost all impacts to 

bluebird populations, both negative 

and positive, have been directly 

associated with human activity. On 

the negative side, there is the introduction 

of House Sparrows and 

starlings, pesticide use and loss of 

open space. But on the positive side, 

grass roots conservation efforts by 

individuals and groups across the 

continent are a shining example of 

the power we all have to make a difference. 

Bet Zimmerman serves on the 

North American Bluebird Society 

Board and maintains several bluebird 

trails in Woodstock with about 

100 boxes. For more information on 

bluebirds, see www.sialis.org. 

Contest Entry Form: May 15, 2009 

Deadline: May 20, 2009 

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Historical Society Museum opens May 20 

BROOKLYN — On Wednesday, May 20, and 

Sunday, May 24, from 1 to 5 p.m., the Brooklyn 

Historical Society Museum will open for the 

2009 season with this year’s special exhibit, 

“More Vintage Views of Brooklyn.” 

“More Vintage Views of Brooklyn” is an 

exhibit of 19th- and 20th-century postcards 

and album photographs that take visitors on 

a journey to Brooklyn’s past, a time of treeshaded, 

unpaved roads, an imposing country 

inn that became a summer residence for a 

president’s widow, and a stately church 

destroyed by the hurricane of 1938. 

Also on display are the permanent exhibits 

of the General Putnam Gallery: “Israel 

Putnam: Facets of a Hero,” the story of the 

life of the Revolutionary war general, and 

“General Israel Putnam Remembered,” the 

story of the creation of the equestrian statue 

that honors him. 

The handicapped accessible museum is 

located at 25 Canterbury Road (Route 169) 

immediately behind the General Israel 

Putnam equestrian statue. 

The Daniel Putnam Tyler Law Office, located 

behind the museum building, will also 

open for the season at this time. Both museums 

will be open every Wednesday and 

Sunday thereafter through Sunday, Oct. 11, 

and by appointment throughout Walktober 

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There is no admission charge for either 

museum. For more information, call (860) 

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SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC are encouraged to submit 

items for inclusion on the Learning Page. The 

deadline is noon Monday. Send all items to 

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LEARNING 

Students showcase talents 

Killingly Central School, 

Killingly Memorial School 

Monday, May 18: Nachos and cheese or 

turkey on a bagel with lettuce and tomato, 

fruit salad, milk. 

Tuesday, May 19: Chicken Caesar salad or 

sausage patty on a roll, fruit choice, milk. 

Wednesday, May 20: Bowtie pasta with 

meat sauce or ham and cheese on a bagel, 

garden salad, fruit choice, milk. 

Thursday, May 21: Tomato soup, grilled 

cheese, oven fries, fruit choice, milk. 

Friday, May 22: Pizza, cucumber slices 

with dip, 100 percent fruit juice, milk. 

Killingly Intermediate School 

Student Sara Miner sings “White Horse” at the talent show. 

Courtesy photos 

Brooklyn Middle School students Angelina Gecto-Smith, Megan Pulver and Katrina 

Zannini dance to the “Ebay Song” at the annual Brooklyn Middle School Talent Show held 

last month, hosted by resident Kevin Collins and Chairperson Frankie Piela. The Brooklyn 

PTO sponsors the event to showcase Brooklyn students’ talent. 

Monday, May 18: Chicken a la king, 

whipped potatoes, bread, fruit, milk. 

Tuesday, May 19: Double cheeseburger on 

a roll with lettuce and tomato, onion rings, 

fruit, milk. 

Wednesday, May 20: Baked ziti with meat 

sauce, green salad, fruit, milk. 

Thursday, May 21: Shepherd’s pie, cornbread, 

beets, fruit, milk. 

Friday, May 22: Sandwich choice with lettuce 

and tomato, chips, fruit, milk. 

Killingly High School 

Monday, May 18: Oven-fried chicken, 

whipped potatoes, biscuit, fruit choice, 

milk. 

Tuesday, May 19: Meatball parmigiana 

hero, garden salad, fruit choice, milk. 

Wednesday, May 20: Beef nachos with 

cheese, seasoned corn, fruit choice, milk. 

Thursday, May 21: Oven-roasted turkey, 

whipped potatoes, breadstick, fruit choice, 

milk. 

Friday, May 22: Individual pizza, vegetable 

slices with dip, fruit choice, milk. 

Brooklyn Middle School, 

Brooklyn Elementary School 

Student Ryan Heilemann plays “Fiddle 

Tunes” on the violin. 

Talented Brooklyn Middle School student 

Elijah Greene juggles effortlessly 

to the tune of “Mr. Pinstripe Suit. 

Monday, May 18: Chicken tenders, oven 

fries, vegetables, fresh or canned fruit, 

milk. 

Tuesday, May 19: Nachos and cheese with 

salsa, buttered corn, fresh or canned fruit, 

milk. 

Wednesday, May 20: Chicken fajita wrap 

with shredded lettuce, cheese and salsa; 

cornbread; fresh or canned fruit; milk. 

Thursday, May 21: Cheeseburger, oven 

fries, vegetables and dip, fresh or canned 

fruit, milk. 

Friday, May 22: Pizza, salad, cookies, fresh 

or canned fruit, milk. 

Above: Brooklyn Middle School students Haley Bessette and 

Elizabeth Hoyt sing “I’m Yours” at the talent show. Right: Here 

is the grand finale of all the remarkable participants in the annual 

Brooklyn Middle School Talent Show last month, singing 

“Don’t Stop Believing.” 

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Tuesday, May 19: Baked chicken nuggets, 

rice, green beans, assorted fruit, milk. 

Wednesday, May 20: Pasta with meatballs, 

garden salad, mixed fruit, milk. 

Thursday, May 21: Turkey or beef hot dog 

in a bun (2), oven-baked potatoes, pears, 

milk. 

Friday, May 22: Chicken or cheese quesadilla 

pizza, garden salad, assorted fruit, 

milk. 

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• A7 

SPORTS 

Lady Griffins’ basketball coach reflects on season 

BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP 

VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT 

WOODSTOCK — The Pomfret 

School girls’ basketball team finished 

the regular season with an 

18-3 record, good enough qualify for 

the New England Prep School Class 

B tournament. The top eight teams, 

based upon committee nomination 

from classes A through D nominate 

the top schools to enter the tournament. 

Through the course of the 

season, the Lady Griffins finished 

in fourth place overall, but because 

they beat the number one and number 

two teams when seeding came 

out, Pomfret was in the top spot. 

The Lady Griffins were fortunate 

to host the quarterfinal and semifinal 

games, and after winning both, 

they advanced to the final game at 

Loomis Chaffee gymnasium. 

“We were out of our element 

because we hosted the first two 

games,” said fifth-year girls’ basketball 

head coach Rebecca Brooks, 

who saw her team lose in the championship 

game 50-44 to the Rivers 

School out of Weston, Mass. 

The Lady Griffins didn’t play 

bad; they just didn’t play good 

enough. Shots that normally 

dropped for them weren’t falling. 

Brooks felt the defense was good, 

coupled with good offensive movement; 

however, shots just didn’t 

fall. What makes the loss harder to 

swallow was the fact that two 

weeks prior to the championship 

game, the Lady Griffins had beaten 

Rivers 50-44 Feb. 13. 

Overall, though, this season was 

more enjoyable to coach more so 

than other seasons because Brooks 

could count on any starter on any 

given night to perform at a high 

level. 

“I had a really great and 

unselfish group of players,” said 

Brooks, “and on any given day, I’ve 

had all five of my starters lead the 

team in scoring. That’s what’s been 

so great about coaching this team.” 

Senior captain Meradith Stuart 

hails from North Carolina and 

brought her Tarr Heels attitude 

with her this season, even though 

lacrosse is her first love. As a forward, 

she averaged 5 to 6 points a 

game, while grabbing close to 10 

boards per game as well. 

Junior captain Maura Hall led 

the Griffins in scoring this past 

season. She played the number 

three guard, averaging 13 points 

while grabbing roughly nine 

rebounds per game. 

Freshman sensation Megan 

Gaudreau, from Brooklyn, led the 

team in three pointers per game. At 

one point early on in the season, 

she was one of the area’s top threepoint 

shooter. 

“Her mother works at the school. 

I’ve been basically waiting for her 

to play for us,” Brooks said. “I 

knew that’s what we’re getting out 

of her.” 

What may have been the oddest 

thing about this past season was 

that point guard Kim Derosiers, of 

Brooklyn, led the team in rebounding. 

Sophomore Jamie Samociuk, 

from South Windsor, played the two 

guard for the Griffiths this past season. 

“They’ve just gotten to know 

each other really well, and with 

that, there were no egos on the 

team,” said Brooks. “That’s what 

made this team special.” 

Off the bench, Czarina Hudson, 

from Oakland, Calif., made her way 

out here and was Brooks’ first 

replacement. 

Adding to the dedication, the 

whole team gave up their spring 

break to stay in Brooks’ dorm and 

focus on basketball, before the playoffs 

began. 

There wasn’t one factor that contributed 

to their success this year, 

but Brooks had a good feeling that 

making the tournament would be a 

strong possibility this year because 

they made it to the quarterfinal 

round last year. 

“The team goal was to go farther 

than we did last year,” said Brooks. 

“I never doubted that we would 

make the tournament. We just 

reached our stride in the last two 

weeks of the season where everything 

was just clicking.” 

Team defense was the strength of 

this year’s team; however, secondary 

to that guard play was a 

close second. Brooks started four 

guards that all had two to three 

years experience playing with one 

another. 

Accident doesn’t stop Radlow from reaching goals 

PUTNAM STUDENT IS SOFTBALL CAPTAIN 

BY BENJAMIN R. KIPP 

VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT 

PUTNAM — On Nov. 1, 2008, at 

2:30 a.m. on Church Street, Putnam 

senior Julia Radlow was in a headon 

car collision car that almost paralyzed 

her. After being transported 

to UMass, Radlow was diagnosed 

with a broken neck, eye socket and 

hand. For nearly four months, she 

was laid up in a hospital and 

unable to go to school, and playing 

softball this spring was the last 

thing she had on her mind. 

“I missed four months of school, 

and I still have a metal plate in my 

eye socket,” she said. “I was a half 

of an inch from being dead and a 

quarter of an inch from being paralyzed.” 

She was in a neck halo and couldn’t 

move and was bedridden to the 

point that a feeding tube needed to 

be inserted into her mouth in order 

to eat. 

“When the doctor first put the 

halo on, the first thing I asked was 

would I be able to play softball,” she 

said. “Even to play would be 

rewarding; I would have been content 

to just sit on the bench.” 

Through physical therapy and a 

“no quit” attitude, she’s made her 

way back to the playing field. Even 

though she’s not 100 percent 

healthy, she has some physical limitations 

to her side-to-side movement. 

Radlow can move good 

enough to play at a high enough 

level to be one of the Lady Clippers’ 

top softball players. 

“She’s very committed, and she’s 

a very good leader on and off the 

field,” said her current head softball 

coach, Kim Bridge. “I can put 

her anywhere. She’s one of those 

versatile players and that’s a good 

thing.” 

Radlow’s natural position is 

shortstop; however, she’s also 

played first and third base. 

“I prefer shortstop but anywhere 

in the infield is fine,” she said. 

“She still gets down and gets 

most of the balls, and that’s pretty 

much all I ask,” said Bridge. “And 

she’s a hard worker and that’s all 

I’m looking for.” 

Since Bridge has been coach of 

the Lady Clippers, Radlow continues 

to be one of the most positive 

individuals she’s ever come across. 

“She’s always talking to me, asking 

me what I need to do for the 

team, what she can do to help out, 

always offering herself before the 

needs of the team,” said Bridge. 

That is the biggest reason why 

Radlow was named a captain on 

this year’s team — a position she 

has wanted since her freshman 

year but didn’t think she’d get 

because of her accident. 

“I did want it, but I didn’t think I 

would get it. But I wanted it to show 

the girls what a good role model is, 

and it’s a good position to earn. It’s 

very, very rewarding,” said Radlow. 

“She plays a leadership role for 

me and she can be a friend to everyone 

on the team,” said Bride. “She’s 

very vocal; she lets everybody 

know how it is.” 

Even though the Clippers are 1- 

11, Radlow remains positive and 

she tries to be a coach on the field. 

“These girls need some focus, 

and that’s what I’m trying to provide. 

I pretty much tell them where 

to go with the ball,” she said. 

Centaurs win in softball again 

BY BRIAN AUSTIN 

SPORTS CORRESPONDENT 

WOODSTOCK — On Monday afternoon, 

May 11, the Woodstock Academy softball 

team hosted Ledyard. A few weeks prior, the 

Centaurs lost to the Colonels 6-5 in Ledyard. 

Woodstock, meanwhile, won its end of the 

home and home series in convincing fashion, 

taking an 11-1 win over the visitors. Kate 

Sokoloski was a huge part of Woodstock’s 

offense, going three-for-three, plus a walk, 

and driving in six runs. 

Woodstock was already up 1-0 after the first 

inning when Ledyard got its only run of the 

contest. A pitch from Taylor Malstrom to lead 

off the inning hit Amy Geyer. Geyer then 

advanced to third on two passed balls and 

scored quickly later when Kirsten Boyd hit 

an RBI double. The Colonels had the bases 

loaded with only one out, but Colleen Lavin 

popped out to the catcher, and Tori Satti flew 

out to right field to end the inning before 

more damage was done. 

In the bottom half of the inning, Rachelle 

Graveline and Keri Hustus both hit singles, 

putting two on for Sokoloski. With a full 

count, Sokoloski knocked in both runners on 

a double to put Woodstock ahead once again. 

Woodstock would strike again in the fourth 

inning, as once again Graveline and Hustus 

reached base on singles, but Jessica Little 

this time hit the two RBI double while 

expanding the lead to 5-1. Sokoloski followed 

Little, hitting a triple and getting her third 

RBI, pushing the lead to 6-1. 

In the fifth inning, all nine Woodstock batters 

reached the plate as they pushed across 

five more runs. Julia Olesky led off with a 

single, eventually followed by more base hits 

SCORE BOX: 

Ledyard (6-9) - 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 - 1 

Woodstock (8-7) - 1 2 0 3 5 0 X - 11 

W – Malstrom, L - Forster 

from Devon Conroy and Graveline. Hustus 

hit a weak grounder toward the shortstop 

and was out at first, but the fielder’s choice 

play scored another run and advanced the 

other runners for the Centaurs. Little drew a 

walk to load the bases for Sokoloski, who 

once again delivered — this time with a 

bases-clearing triple. Justina Thoma followed 

that with a double to score Sokoloski, 

and Woodstock held a double-digit lead. 

Ledyard starting pitcher Jenny Forster 

was unable to finish the fifth, being lifted for 

Laura Levin. But in 4 2/3 innings, Forster 

was punished by Woodstock’s offensive 

attack. Levin pitched a scoreless sixth, but 

the damage was already done. 

The Colonels’ offense, meanwhile, was 

unable to counter. In the fourth inning, the 

bases were loaded with two outs for Erica 

Armaos, who hit a weak grounder back to the 

pitcher and Taylor Stackpole was tagged out 

at the plate trying to score. In the fifth, Kassie 

Koehler hit a double to lead off the inning, 

but her pinch runner Emily Cleary was left 

stranded on third. In the sixth, the bases 

were loaded once again against new 

Centaurs’ pitcher Joyce Fountain with two 

outs, but Koehler hit a pop-up to first base for 

the final out. The Colonels were quiet in the 

seventh inning and left Woodstock Academy 

with their seventh straight loss. 

Colonial solder program to be held 

BROOKLYN — The Brooklyn Historical 

Society will sponsor a program titled “The 

Life and Times of a New England Colonial 

Soldier” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at the 

Federated Church Chapel on Route 6. 

Veteran historical re-enactors Bob and 

Melodye Whatley will make history come 

alive with their portrayals of a private serving 

in the Revolutionary War and his camp 

follower, perhaps the soldier’s wife or a 

woman hired by the army to cook, clean and 

sew for the men. Using authentic 18th-century 

attire and gear, Bob will tell of the soldier’s 


life, a life that includes 18th-century music 

performed around the soldiers’ campfire. 

Camp follower Melodye will perform musical 

selections on a bowed psaltery. This stringed 

instrument of the zither family is a descendant 

of the psaltery mentioned in the Bible. It 

had fewer strings and was plucked or 

strummed rather than bowed. 

There is no charge to attend this program, 

and complimentary refreshments will be 

served following the presentation. For more 

information call (860) 774-7728.

A8 • Friday, May 15, 2009 


OPINION 

P.O. Box 196, Woodstock, CT 06281 

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FRANK G. 

CHILINSKI 

PRESIDENT & 

PUBLISHER 

WALTER C. 

BIRD JR. 

EDITOR -AT- LARGE 

STEPHANIE JARVIS 

EDITOR 

EDITORIAL 

Did officials 

‘cry swine’? 

In the end, it was destined to be a no-win 

situation. 

If the Centers for Disease Control and 

Prevention (CDC) and health officials at all 

levels of government had not issued some 

form of alert or advisory about the H1N1 

(“swine”) flu, the outcry would have been 

deafening. 

When it didn’t immediately burst into the 

second coming of the Great Influenza of 

1918, we got the flip side. 

The government “cried swine.” 

Not quite. 

Health officials rightly issued an advisory 

about a flu strain that was killing people in 

Mexico at a time when vacationing 

Americans were visiting that country in 

large numbers. They advised watchfulness 

and caution, warned against panic — which 

in many cases fell on deaf ears — and 

reminded the public about basic hygiene 

practices. 

How could they? 

Americans are a fickle bunch. The 

appalling lack of information or even government 

acknowledgement of the 1918 pandemic 

in many places cost who knows how 

many lives. We learned our lesson, that forewarned 

is forearmed. 

Somehow it all became exaggerated in 

recent years. A weather forecast calling for 

more than 3 inches of snow can cause loaves 

of bread to mysteriously disappear from 

store shelves. A caution about H1N1 flu 

caused Tamiflu medicine and cases of hand 

sanitizer to be snapped up at pharmacies in 

many parts of the country in the past few 

weeks. At some schools where pupils were 

tested for the H1N1 flu and found not to have 

it, parents fearful of their children catching 

the virus kept them home until the “all 

clear” was sounded. 

To this point, on this side of the border, the 

flu has not caused the mass deaths many 

envisioned and, for that, they are ready to tar 

and feather public health officials for 

“spreading panic.” 

But CDC acting director Dr. Richard 

Besser correctly cautions that the sigh of 

relief and public scoffing has come too soon. 

It took almost a full year for the 1918 pandemic 

to bloom into the killer it became. While 

that is not certain to happen with the H1N1, 

the illness has not had time to show its true 

colors. 

Mexican authorities were quick to declare 

the emergency over in time for Cinco de 

Mayo celebrations. But the Southern 

Hemisphere’s coming winter may be the real 

testing ground. 

If it is really the fizzle we hope, we should 

be grateful for the alert and advice. If it 

hangs on and bursts forth again, ditto. 

We can’t think of a situation where too 

much advice about a public health issue was 

possible. But we’ve seen the ugly side of 

panic when not enough information is 

offered. 

LETTERS 

POLICY 

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To the Editor: 

Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner 

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 

Trudeau: Detailed information should be provided 

The town of Thompson will be presenting the 

proposed town and school budget to us, the taxpayers, 

later this month at a town meeting and then at 

referendum. It does not seem that the Board of 

Finance has performed up to its usual standard of 

ensuring that the proposed budget is as lean as 

called for by the economic times we are presently 

living in, as potential budget cuts were left hanging 

without action. 

As an observer of the process over the past several 

months, it seems that the first selectman and the 

Board of Selectmen has done a creditable job of 

controlling budget increases by, among other 

things, limiting wage increases with the cooperation 

of management and union personnel. 

On the other hand, the Board of Education has 

again proposed a budget increase, even with an 

apparent significant reduction in student enrollment. 

This increase does not include any wage 

increase limits by either school management or 


Some in our state government want to make our 

income tax more “progressive.” This is not surprising. 

Progressive taxes are an efficient method of 

wealth redistribution. They were a key component 

of Karl Marx’s 10 steps to communist overthrow of 

the capitalist system. 

In a progressive income tax system, your tax rate 

goes up as your income goes up. The United States 

has a progressive income tax. You pay from 10 percent 

to 35 percent, depending on how much you 

make. During the Depression, Hoover jacked the 

upper tax rate from 24 percent to 63 percent. FDR 

raised it to 90 percent and proposed a further 

increase to 99.5 percent. Yes, you read it correctly. If 

FDR had his way, folks would have been able to 

keep only 0.5 percent of any income over $100,000. 

Connecticut currently has a progressive tax, and 

some are proposing to increase the top tax rate 

from 5 percent to 8 percent. 

How is this fair? I guess the argument goes like 

this: Some people have less money than they need. 

Others have more than they need. Therefore, those 

with more ought to give some to those who have 

less. But this assumes we all have equal claim to the 

union personnel. It appears that the expectation is 

that everyone except school employees, who will not 

negotiate a salary freeze or reduction, should shoulder 

the pain of a tax increase. 

It may be appropriate for the Board of Education 

to provide us, the taxpayers, with detailed school 

administration information, such as an organization 

chart or detailed listing by sub-organization of 

all paid positions under their purview. This information 

should show the management structure and 

numbers of individuals in each paid category from 

janitorial staff to the superintendent. The information 

should also show us the number of students 

falling within each sub-organization. Only then can 

we, the taxpayers, have an appreciation for the reasons 

behind the budget increase. 

Without this detailed information, the school 

budget should be resoundingly defeated! 

A.R. (DICK) TRUDEAU 

NORTH GROSVENORDALE 

Green: Unequal taxation can’t be justified 

money. The money in question is not something 

owned by all of us that the state should distribute 

fairly. The money belongs to individuals. It was 

gained by individuals through ingenuity, risk and 

hard work. Others have no right to it. My property 

is the product of my labor and as such is an extension 

of my life, to which I have the right, and no one 

else. If I choose to give some to others, that’s great. 

If someone else takes it from me by force and gives 

it to others, that’s theft. 

It follows that taxation itself is difficult to justify 

from a moral standpoint. And if taxation itself is 

difficult to justify, how can we justify an unequal 

taxation? Is progressive taxation equal treatment 

under law? 

The essence of taxation is forced labor. If you pay 

35 percent of your income on income taxes, then 

you are basically working for the government from 

January until April, and only after that do you get 

to keep the money you earn. If we are all required 

to work for the state, why should some be required 

to work more than others? How is that fair? 

BILL GREEN 

BROOKLYN 

Moore, Hijeck: Thanks for transition support 


The new Harrington HealthCare at Hubbard 

would like to take this opportunity to publicly 

thank the community for its support of our new, 

integrated campus. Our first official day as 

Harrington HealthCare at Hubbard was Monday, 

May 4. Throughout the week, we remained busy — 

and, as with any major move — days did not go by 

without some technical “hiccups.” We wish to 

express our gratitude to our patients and visitors 

for their understanding and support as we worked 

diligently to get everyone registered, treated and 

cared for in an appropriate and timely manner. 

On Monday, May 4, our outpatient department 

saw a significant increase in patient volume — in 

areas including our Emergency Room, Laboratory 

and Radiology. We are exceptionally pleased that 

Southern Worcester County is embracing the integration 

and recognizing the wonderful quality of 

care they can receive right here in Webster, Mass. 

We would also like to express our thanks to the 

wonderful, hard working and dedicated staff at the 

new Harrington HealthCare at Hubbard. The collaboration 

of employees between the Webster and 

Southbridge campuses has helped make the transition 

as smooth and efficient as possible. 

We are excited about what the future holds for 

health care in the Southern Worcester County community. 

Many of you have already noticed the 

grounds being worked on and freshened up. This is 

only a small step in what will be many necessary 

and positive changes to the campus. Digital mammography 

was installed on May 11. Webster is now 

proud to offer the gold standard of testing in breast 

cancer detection. 

We have short- and long-term plans to increase 

the efficiency of the Hubbard campus operation. 

We are looking forward to sharing this journey 

with all of you. 

ED MOORE, 

HARRINGTON HOSPITAL CEO 

THOMAS HIJECK, 

HARRINGTON HEALTHCARE AT HUBBARD 

ADMINISTRATOR 

Wesler: Elected should serve terms before any changes 


The petition filed in Woodstock last week proposing 

a change in term length for members of the 

Board of Education at first blush seems a reasonable 

one. Certainly a time commitment of six years 

could easily dissuade an interested person from 

pursuing a seat. Four years will be more palatable, 

especially in these complicated times. Balancing 

work and family and the necessary board time is a 

daunting task. A shorter term also affords 

Woodstock voters a more nimble say in what has 

been, and surely will continue to be, a thorny issue. 

Consolidating the board from nine to seven members 

may serve to streamline the process, especially 

when buttressed with Craig Powers’ idea of having 

public participation on subcommittees. It 

would be interesting to hear what current board 

members feel; could less people translate into more 

individual work? 

Asking for new elections, though, sets a dangerous 

precedent and in the minds of many will appear 

to be a poorly veiled method of sacking the current 

board. Like it or not, these officials were elected 

under rule of law. Starting from scratch would be 

counterproductive to the referendum’s implied 

intent. What right-minded person would put the 

time and effort into running for public office with 

the knowledge that they could be tossed aside 

should the latest political wind shift direction? It 

may also cause disillusionment amongst those voters 

who intended their candidate to complete a sixyear 

term. 

A more sensible compromise would be to allow 

current members to complete their terms and set 

the new limits for all future elections. Coupling this 

with concerned citizens like Mr. Powers and his call 

for transparency and public engagement can keep 

the spotlight on the most important matters. 

We all want an ideal education for Woodstock students. 

Having this degrade into yet another game 

of political mudslinging serves no one. And without 

doubt, we don’t want our kids caught in the middle 

of this game. 

SOUND OFF POLICY 

LEE WESLER 

WOODSTOCK 

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The 

benefits of 

mentors 

Life is better if you have a 

mentor. As graduation 

speeches roll around and 

elated young people move from 

the security of school, those 

who have a mentor or two will 

have a better chance to get 

ahead. They 

may even 

have a better 

sense of 

which path 

they want to 

take. 

The term 

“mentor” 

comes from 

the Greeks. 

W h e n 

NANCY WEISS 

Odysseus 

left for the 

Trojan War, he asked his 

friend, Mentor, to take care of 

his son, Telemachus. As it 

turned out, Telemachus had to 

spend plenty of time fighting 

off his mother’s suitors. Life 

was hard on many levels. 

In modern terms, we think 

of mentors as select individuals 

who help others. Often they 

mentor younger people. 

Mentors help their mentees 

understand the world, make 

connections and provide guidance 

in a manner that is different 

from a parent’s. 

As a student, I was fortunate 

to have a number of mentors. 

In high school, several teachers 

and two different principals 

pushed me to compete in 

contests, stretch myself intellectually 

and try a little harder 

to get more done. 

Although I attended a large 

university, a professor in my 

course major took me under 

his wing. When I graduated, 

he arranged a job interview 

for me in New York City. He 

came to my wedding and 

showed up on election night 

when my husband ran for 

state office. 

He was disappointed by my 

career choices, but until he 

died, stayed in touch and 

encouraged me. He was a true 

mentor. While I was lucky to 

have him in my life, I was not 

the only student he cared 

about. Tributes poured in 

upon his death. 

Some churches encourage 

the selection of godparents as 

mentors and supporters for 

religious and temporal concerns. 

It’s a solid idea to add to 

the core group of people personally 

invested in a child’s 

life. 

At the church I attend, the 

baptismal service includes a 

request to the congregation to 

support the child in his or her 

life. As those assembled enthusiastically 

affirm they will, I 

can’t help but wonder how 

many of us will even know the 

child later on in life. By saying 

we will support a person in his 

or her life, at least we are making 

an effort. 

A friend who works at a 

local high school feels her students 

are her mentors. In an 

interesting twist on the conventional, 

she believes certain 

students help her understand 

what is really going on. They 

let her see with fresh eyes the 

way the world looks and works 

from their perspective. 

It is sometimes said that it 

matters more whom you know 

than what you know when it 

comes to finding jobs. While I 

have rarely met anyone who 

“got” someone else a job, I 

know many who were able to 

get an interview or be given a 

chance to compete because of 

the intervention of another. 

Mentors can grease the wheels 

if not guarantee the outcome. 

Historically, boys often met 

their mentors through sports. 

Girls brought up in the years 

following Title IX find mentors 

in athletics, too. For the less 

coordinated, the classroom, 

the neighborhood, church, 

clubs and hobbies may hold 

the key to a connection to 

someone with similar interests 

and a willingness to be a 

guide in life. 

It’s one more gift in life to 

know that one can be mentored, 

can mentor someone 

else or can experience both 

more than once in a lifetime. 

Life was tough during the 

Trojan War and pretty daunting 

right now. A mentor at any 

point in time makes life a bit 

better. 

Nancy Weiss resides in 

Pomfret and writes a weekly 

column for Villager 

Newspapers.



• A9 

OPINION 

A newspaper state of mind 

As far back as I can remember, 

newspapers have been a part 

of my life. 

As a young boy, summer vacations 

in New Hampshire, when 

we’d spend a week or two with my 

dad’s parents, always saw my 

grandfather up and at ’em every 

morning, making the drive to the 

county store to pick up the Boston 

Herald and the local paper. 

As an older boy, having reached 

the age when the value of earning 

a dollar — and the fun of spending 

it — became appealing, I had a 

paper route. I’d deliver the 

Telegram, pedaling like mad 

around my neighborhood in 

Oxford, Mass. I lived on Shady 

Lane, so Old Worcester Road, Depot 

Road and other side streets were 

part of the route. 

I always tell everyone my first job 

was with the old Abdow’s Big Boy 

in Auburn; in truth, my real first 

job was as a paper boy. 

Somehow, it seems only fitting 

that, after watching my grandfather 

settle comfortably into what 

we grandkids knew well was his 

chair and thumb through the inky 

pages of a newspaper, and later 

toss them onto or into the porches 

of my neighbors, I would end up 

actually in the business. 

That’s precisely what happened, 

BIRD’S 

NEST 

WALTER BIRD 

although I’m still 

a little baffled as 

to how. 

I work now out 

of that familiar 

brick building at 

25 Elm St. in 

Southbridge, 

lucky enough to 

have been there 

for going on what 

soon will be 11 

years. Luckier, 

still, to have 

worked with some 

of the most interesting, 

arresting 

and, yes, even peculiar people. 

Lucky to have forged professional 

and personal relationships I know 

will stay with me and affect me 

long after I close the doors here for 

the last time. 

That moment, hopefully, is still 

many, many years off, but let’s face 

it: The newspaper industry ain’t 

what it used to be. 

The struggles newspapers face 

are, pardon the pun, front-page 

news. Some, like the Seattle Post 

Intelligencer, have already conceded 

to that technological juggernaut 

known as the Internet. Others have 

made other changes in the way 

they deliver the news. I suppose 

every newspaper, when it’s all said 

and done, will have forever 

changed the way it does at least 

some part of its business. 

But I suspect there will always be 

a print newspaper business. 

That’s not being said out of arrogance, 

mind you. There was plenty 

of that in the heyday of newspapers, 

and still is if you look at the 

battle between the Times Co. and 

the Boston Globe, where union 

members have refused to give up 

lifetime jobs and are balking at a 

23-percent pay cut. 

Not out of a selfish desire to 

remain gainfully employed, 

although please forgive me for that. 

I’ve worked since I was, gosh, 10 or 

so. Being out of work sucks, and I 

know that firsthand because my 

wife is among the unemployed. 

No, I remain confident — if cautiously 

so — because so long as 

there are people roaming this 

earth, there will be an unquenchable 

desire for knowledge, for information 

— for news. Now, however, 

there are simply more ways to get 

all that, and they don’t involve 

blackening the tips of your fingers. 

As such, the revenue streams for 

newspapers have, if not completely 

dried up, at least branched off if 

many other directions. 

That doesn’t mean the need for a 

printed paper will completely disappear. 

It’s been said newspapers 

are going the way of dinosaurs, but 

the people saying that are largely 

those either getting their news 

online or delivering the news 

online. To ignore the effectiveness 

of another form of communication 

is dangerous. 

How do we know this? 

Because that is precisely the attitude 

that helped bring newspapers 

to their knees. There was an arrogance, 

an ignorant belief that this 

industry was the only viable news 

entity. Cable television and the 

Internet have proven otherwise. 

When newspapers finally realized 

it, they jumped like lemmings into 

the world of electronic information. 

Unfortunately, the waters hadn’t 

yet been tested. It eventually 

became apparent that there was 

not yet a steady source of revenue 

to be found for newspapers online. 

Arrogance? Absolutely. A stubborn 

refusal to break from tradition? 

You betcha. 

But if it happened in newspapers, 

it can happen elsewhere. 

When you forget where you came 

from and what it means to people, 

you’re heading down a perilous 

path. 

Are newspapers on their knees? 

Yes. When you’re on your knees, 

however, you still have your legs. 

And so long as you have legs, and a 

determination not to let them atrophy, 

you have the ability to not only 

walk again, but run — perhaps farther 

than you thought possible. 

Newspapers aren’t dinosaurs. 

They’ve lost their footing a bit, but 

there are examples out there of 

those that have acknowledged a 

changing climate in both business 

and consumer, and have made the 

adjustments. 

No, I suspect online vessels and 

print newspapers and television 

will forge a complimentary relationship 

— a partnership, if you 

will, once it becomes clear that the 

competition doesn’t have to have 

one winner. When it comes to information, 

the more ways to get it the 

better. Now, closing a newspaper? 

That would be a losing proposition 

and not good for anyone — even the 

online types, believe it or not. 

The venerable Boston Herald 

columnist, Joe Fitzgerald, wrote 

the other day of the Boston Globe 

fiasco: “You don’t have to like them 

to root for their survival. You simply 

have to love newspapers.” 

The betting here is there are 

plenty of folks who still do. 

Walter Bird Jr. may be reached at 

(508) 909-4107, or via e-mail at 

wbird@villagernewspapers.com. 

Texting while driving unsafe all the time, every time 

It wasn’t long ago that a friend of 

mine told me a story about the 

day she got off the public bus 

she had been riding and promptly 

picked up her cell phone to dial the 

number of the main office in 

charge of bus schedules and drivers. 

She’s not one to complain 

often, but she felt compelled to do 

so that day: Mid-ride, the driver 

picked up his phone and started 

text messaging, as the bus began to 

wobble back and forth over the double 

yellow line in the road. She was 

afraid the bus might crash — and 

that it would be the driver’s fault, 

for either swerving into another 

car or for being too distracted to 

swerve out of the way of an incoming 

car. 

At the time — which was only 

last week — she wasn’t sure that 

anyone had really listened or cared 

about her complaint. I’m not sure 

she could have guessed that only 

days later, in a different city and 

state, a group as big as the 

Massachusetts Bay Transportation 

Authority would take measures to 

show they cared about such issues. 

MBTA general manager Daniel 

Grabauskas said “he would ban onthe-job 

possession of cellphones by 

T operators and would fire anyone 

caught carrying a phone, pager or 

similar device,” the Boston Globe 

reported this past weekend. 

KRISTAL 

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KRISTINA 

REARDON 

“Leave it at home. Leave it in 

your car. Leave it with a friend. 

Leave it in a locker. But you are not 

to get on board that bus or [train or 

trolley] and have a cellphone on 

your person or in the cab. Period. 

This is going to be a zero-tolerance 

policy,” he told the Globe. 

His response came after the 

crash that luckily didn’t happen 

during my friend’s bus ride but did, 

indeed, happen in Boston. 

During prime travel time for 

commuters or those headed to a 

Red Sox game against the Tampa 

Bay Rays on Friday, May 8, a 24- 

year-old trolley operator hit another 

trolley after running a red light 

— and later admitted that he had 

been sending a text message to his 

girlfriend at the time of the accident. 

As a result of the crash, 49 

people — including the trolley 

operator himself — were injured. 

While the Globe notes that currently, 

MBTA employees are not 

allowed to text or talk on their cell 

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 

phones while working, that policy 

apparently needed to be stricter. 

I, for one, can sympathize with 

the desire to text message while 

driving. I’ve wished I could do it a 

number of times, though I do not. 

But I’ll admit it’s tempting to shoot 

off a quick message while my car is 

stopped in traffic at a red light. 

After all, it can sometimes seem 

like a relatively harmless thing to 

do — no more time consuming 

than dialing a phone number. I am 

seriously rethinking the idea that 

it is safe to shoot off that quick text 

message while at that red light, 

however, after this most recent 

incident in Boston and the 

California train crash last fall that 

killed 25 people — including the 

conductor who was texting right 

before the crash — and injured 135. 

Even if we don’t work in public 

transportation, we share the same 

responsibility for keeping the road 

a safe place to drive for ourselves 

and others. 

And although drivers who text 

while driving are often considered 

dangerous, drivers who wish to 

talk on their cell phones while driving 

are often not considered as 

dangerous. In their defense, they 

can use headsets or Blue Tooth 

devices to make their calls handsfree, 

but they do, all too often, have 

to dial a number before beginning 

a conversation. And that requires 

the exact same concentration and 

physical hand movements as sending 

a text message. 

Yet many states have laws prohibiting 

drivers from talking on 

cell phones without hands-free 

devices … without considering that 

the danger of dialing can be just as 

severe as the danger of text messaging 

while driving. The 

Governors Highway Safety 

Association reports that only five 

states have full bans on handheld 

cell phones (requiring drivers to 

use hands-free devices if they wish 

to use their cell phones while driving). 

And only 10 states have text 

messaging bans for all drivers. Of 

those states with laws, only one 

New England state — Connecticut 

— has any formal statewide bans. 

Connecticut bans both text messaging 

and handheld cell phones. 

That’s one reason I am impressed 

with the MBTA’s ban on cell phones 

altogether, and I hope that other 

public and private transportation 

services — like the one my friend 

was using last week — will think 

about the benefits of similar bans. 

While text messaging may have 

been the culprit in this particular 

case in Boston May 8, simply dialing 

a brief, 10-digit number could 

be the culprit next time. 

It only makes sense that those 

charged with the responsibility of 

transporting passengers on mass 

transit would also be charged with 

doing that safely. And if making 

sure no one carries a cell phone on 

the job is the answer, then that has 

my full support. 

But what of the other drivers on 

the road? 

It would cause a major uproar, I 

am sure, if any state even suggested 

banning cell phone use altogether. 

And some hands-free devices 

admittedly have voice activation 

features that allow the driver to 

“dial” a number by simply saying a 

name or a phone number out loud. 

But too many don’t. And in order 

for bans on handheld devices to be 

effective, hands-free replacements 

need to truly be hands-free. 

For now, I guess it’s up to the 

individual driver to make sure that 

he or she is driving safely — without 

texting or dialing while driving. 

Otherwise, another incident like 

the one in Boston could — and 

unfortunately, likely will — happen 

again, even if text messaging and 

handheld cell phones are banned in 

our state. 

Kristina Reardon writes a column 

for Stonebridge Press and Villager 

Newspapers. 

Powers: Petition is democracy in action 


With regard to the petition presented to the 

town of Woodstock to change the terms and 

number of members on the Board of 

Education: As this is being done entirely 

openly and will be settled by a machine vote, 

people should view this as nothing more than 

democracy in action. 

While some may view this as a tactical 

move to get rid of the current board, for those 

who have attended — though attendance at 

BOE meetings is pathetic at best — or 

watched the video tape on 

woodstocktruth.com and woodstockctcoalition.org 

over the past few years, they would 

see that the effectiveness of this board is 

highly suspect at the very least, both in terms 

of serving the children and the board’s relationship 

with other boards, the citizenry, the 

Academy, etc., and perhaps that’s OK with 

them as is their right to feel that way. 

Current members who feel strongly that 

this board is on the right track should run 

again, and I hope they do, as they should have 

nothing to fear but their records and could 

end up with more time than they have now if 

successful. It is certainly everyone’s right to 

support them in that candidacy. Perhaps during 

their respective campaigns we can get 

answers to the myriad questions that remain 

unanswered by this board. 

Formal inquiry was made to both the RTC 

and DTC as to their positions. I have yet to 

receive formal response from either entity; 

however, privately, many members of both 

town committees are expressing support. 

Lastly, it is obvious to any of us who have 

tried to recruit candidates for BOE (on both 

sides of the aisle) that the length of the current 

term (six years) is a deal breaker for 

many. This can be verified by anyone involved 

in either political party. If the initiative is 

successful, I expect, though cannot guarantee, 

that more will be engaged to serve. At the 

very least, the level of awareness of the 

issues will be elevated, which is clearly in the 

town’s long-term interest as well as that of 

the children. 

So far, there is solid support for this initiative 

from a wide bi-partisan group, as well as 

from two current board members who were 

elected by very wide margins in the last election, 

and I believe there will be a third — that 

has to mean something. 

CRAIG R. POWERS 

WOODSTOCK 

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A10 • Friday, May 15, 2009 


Ground covers can be downright 

glorious while performing 

double duty utilitarian 

work in your garden. There 

are, of course, common selections 

of low-growing, wide-spreading 

junipers such as the Blue Rug 

Juniper, Juniperus horizontalis 

‘Wiltonii,’ which form blue flat-tothe-ground 

mats. But most of these 

are guilty of overuse in mundane 

and clichéd manners, much as 

hedges of Arbor Vitae have now 

made even the least judgmental 

gardeners roll their eyes and sigh. 

However, there are easy, more 

refined, uncommon ground covers 

that radiate exceptional interest, 

many through all four seasons. 

Imagine your garden as a stage 

set for a play, a play that unfolds 

through four seasons. Then ground 

covers set the floor of your stage, 

enhancing the players — the shrubs 

and trees that are the actors. In this 

three-act play, we will examine 

some unusual ground-covering 

woody plants that thrive under the 

stage lighting of the sun! 

A less common form of our 

native Red Cedar is Juniperus virginiana 

‘Grey Owl.’ Rather than the 

usual upright pyramidal form, this 

Act I: Wooly and wily woody ground covers 

THE 

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lovely shrub grows 5 to 7 feet across 

but only about 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 or so 

feet tall. Wide-spreading, this handsome 

four-season conifer sports soft 

gray-tinted foliage. ‘Grey Owl’ performs 

surprisingly well in threequarters 

open shade, though is happier 

no doubt in full sun. As she is a 

female form, this spreading form of 

Red Cedar will produce juniper 

berries the size of chick peas studded 

among its beautiful foliage. 

Planting one or more in fertile, 

draining soil as an underpinning to 

taller shrubs and small trees will 

produce a no-maintenance statement 

of great distinction the year 

round. 

Two ground covering Scots Pines 

also produce quite gray foliage. 

Pinus sylvestris ‘Hillside Creeper’ 

and ‘Repens’ are similar in look. 

Both have thick gray-green needles 

that cloak decumbent branches. 

‘Hillside Creeper’ is a bit faster 

growing than ‘Repens.’ Both form 

very handsome, thick and virtually 

weed-proof mats. 

‘Hillside Creeper’ will, as its 

namesake indicates, hug a slope, 

slowly increasing in diameter. 

‘Hillside Creeper’ would be splendidly 

used in this capacity with 

other differently colored and textured 

ground-covering conifers. 

‘Repens,’ the smaller growing of 

these two unusual forms of Scots 

Pines, would be an alluring repeated 

front-of-the-border shrub in a 

foundation garden or included as 

an element atop a wall with smallgrowing 

shrubs and flowering 

herbaceous plants in a rock garden 

setting. All Scots Pines prefer 

draining soils in full sun and are 

drought-tolerant once established. 

The color gray is cooling, soothing. 

All three of the previously 

mentioned conifers can be used to 

create subtle and soothing, reflective 

patchworks with other calming 

colors. Grays can be planted with 

bright colors to tone down a raucous 

mix. 

Sweet Fern, Comptonia peregrina 

is one tough customer! It will adapt 

itself to dry hardcore scrabble in 

full blazing sun. An interesting 

native, it sports stems with coarsely 

notched and scalloped alternating 

pinnate foliage loosely resembling 

fern fronds. Sweet Fern spreads 

rapidly, fixing nitrogen in the soil 

as it expands its domain. 

Comptonia will even tolerate salty 

conditions on the shore. Its delightful 

fragrance (hence the common 

moniker Sweet Fern) was not lost 

on early settlers who stuffed mattresses 

with its dried pleasantly 

aromatic plumes. This wily ground 

cover generally grows about 18 

inches to 2 1/2 feet tall, but in better 

soil conditions could grow as tall as 

3 feet. I have found colonies, 

dwarfed by desperate conditions, 

growing only 12 to 14 inches high. 

Our native Bearberry, 

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi can be 

found growing on Cape Cod. And, 

in that it can be found on exposed 

beaches, it withstands salt and conditions 

that would be at best difficult 

for most plants. This Blueberry 

and Cranberry relative’s branches 

scramble along the ground. They 

will stretch to a diameter of 4 to 6 

feet but only reach a height of 6 

inches to perhaps 12 inches in better 

conditions. Bearberry is evergreen, 

with small and glossy 

tongue-shaped leaves. A fine selection, 

‘Massachusetts’ develops 

striking earthy-mahogany shades 

in winter that act as a foil to bright 

red berries. The persistent fruits, 

lasting well into winter, develop 

from heath-like pinkish white blossoms. 

Bearberry should be planted 

in impoverished sandy, acid soils in 

full sun; it resents both overhead 

sprinkler systems and fertilizer. 

And though this is a tough native, 

Bearberry is not always the easiest 

shrub to acclimate. But if you can 

get it settled, in it is a worthy friend. 

In Act II, we’ll examine a garden 

cartload of some very interesting 

and unusual floor coverings that 

will set the stage of your sunlit garden 

upon which the actors will 

move through each season. And for 

now we’ll take our first intermission. 

Wayne Paquette is the owner of 

Quackin’ Grass Nursery, located at 

16 Laurel Hill Road, Brooklyn. For 

more information, call 

www.QuackinGrassNursery.com. 

Budget translates into 18.31 mill rate 

BUDGET 

continued from page A1 

posal April 15. 

The Town Council’s goal is to present a 0.2 

mill rate increase to voters. 

Superintendent of Schools William Silver 

said he does not think the Board of 

Education will be doing anything in a formal 

way with the budget until after the vote next 

week. 

Silver said that he and Richard Murray, 

chairman of the Board of Education, will 

look to use the additional money to preserve 

the teaching positions “to the extent possible.” 

“It was good to see such a large turnout 

[Monday] night,” said Silver, “and so many 

parents who care about the quality of their 

children’s education.” 

If approved, the new budget would translate 

to a 0.3 mill increase for next fiscal year. 

Prior to the $400,000 addition, Silver said 

there was no better way to close the budgetary 

gap. 

Resident Tammy Maerkel said she was 

“absolutely appalled” by the Board of 

Education’s priorities. 

“Shame on you for eliminating the teachers,” 

she said to the board. 

Murray reiterated to the audience that the 

Board of Education believes in teachers and 

agree with the public about the need to keep 

as many as possible. 

“Our teachers and staff are dedicated public 

servants,” he said. 

The other items still on the Board of 

Education’s chopping block are cutting the 

marching band and varsity sports. 

“I cheerlead and am in the color guard,” 

said MaryBeth Kinchen, student and student 

body liaison to the Board of Education. “I’m 

at the Board of Education meetings. It’s just 

as heartbreaking for them as it is for the rest 

of us.” 

Killingly Intermediate School Principal 

Cheryl Kempain said there is nothing left in 

the education budget to cut, and was upset 

about the situation of having to cut fifthgrade 

teachers and literacy coaches, as well 

as wood shop and Chinese and Spanish language 

tutors. 

Resident Joseph Bove was the catalyst that 

began the hot debate for the addition of funds 

back into the budget for the Board of 

Education, citing that it should be up to the 

public to vote on the budget as is before the 

drastic cuts to teaching positions. 

“You can’t beat up the Board of Education 

if you don’t want to spend money,” he said. 

“The sad thing is everyone needs to dig into 

their pockets a little bit. You can’t eliminate 

sports.” 

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At that point, Councilman John 

Sarantopoulos asked for a point of order with 

the moderator, Town Attorney William St. 

Onge, when he felt Bove had made a motion. 

After the point of order, there was a disruption 

in discourse by other parents and members 

of the public feeling that the meeting 

was being run inappropriately to meeting 

laws. Several residents stormed out of 

Killingly High School thereafter. 

Town Manager Bruce Benway said the mill 

rate, after the approval of adding the $400,000 

back into the Board of Education’s budget, 

was at 18.31. 

The $12,733,797 proposed general government 

budget for the next fiscal year includes 

a decrease of $813,000, of 6.01 percent. 

Matt Sanderson may be reached at (860) 928- 

1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at matt@villagernewspapers.com. 

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May 16, and from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 17. 

Auditions will be held at the theater at 30 

Front St.(Route 44). 

Those auditioning should be at least 11 

years of age by May 15. Lead roles 

(Gabriella, Troy, Sharpay, Ryan, Chad, 

Taylor and Jack) need to be 16 years of age 

or older. There are many other named character 

roles (Kelsi, Martha, Zeke, Ripper, 

etc.) as well as 10 to 20 other young people of 

non-specified ages. 

Please come early to the auditions and be 

prepared to stay if necessary. Those auditioning 

should be ready to sing a song that 

showcases their talents and bring sheet 

music to give to the accompanist. It does not 

have to be from High School Musical or a 

Broadway show. 

Also, wear comfortable clothing and 

shoes. Those auditioning will be asked to 

sing and read (cold 

readings) at auditions 

and may also be asked 

to dance. Those who 

intend to audition mainly for a dance role 

or cheerleader should be prepared to show a 

short routine. 

Auditioners may bring a headshot or personal 

photo (preferably no larger than 5x7) 

if they have one. Photos will not be 

returned. 

Parents and other non-auditioners will 

not be permitted to sit in the auditorium 

during auditions. They may, however, 

remain in the lobby for the duration of the 

auditions. 

Callbacks will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, 

May 18, for those performers who are asked 

to return. Not receiving a callback does not 

necessarily mean that one has not been 

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Character descriptions are as follows: 

• The Jocks — Troy Bolton, captain of the 

basketball team; Chad Danforth, number 

two on the basketball team and Troy’s best 

friend; Zeke Baylor, who has a secret passion 

for baking; Jason, the strong, silent 

type. 

• The Thespians — Sharpay Evans, president 

of the Drama Club; Ryan Evans, vice 

president of the Drama Club; James, an 

earthworm expressionist; Susan, overwrought 

with emotion; Cathy, a little too 

eager; Alan, has a flair for couture; Cyndra, 

has operatic aspirations. 

• The Brainiacs — Gabriella Montez, the 

shy new girl at school; Taylor McKessie, 

president of the Science Club; Martha Cox, 

has a secret passion for hip-hop; Kratnoff, a 

history buff. 

• The Skater Dudes — Ripper, has a secret 

passion for the cello; Mongo, a little slow on 

the uptake. 

• Other students — Jack Scott, the P.A. 

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POLICE LOG 

Friday, May 15, 2009 • A11 

Revaluation could bring major cost savings 

Editor’s Note: The information contained in these police 

logs was obtained through either press releases or other 

public documents kept by each police department, and is 

considered to be the account of police. All subjects are considered 

innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 

Brooklyn 

Thursday, May 7 

Glenn D. Paris, 62, 1192 Brandt Hollow Road, Berne, N.Y. 

Charged with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated, 

possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug 

paraphernalia, interfering with a police officer, failure 

to carry a driver’s license and failure to drive in the 

established lane. 

Saturday, May 9 

John M. Biekert, 21, 24 Robert Ave., Danielson. Charged 

with possession of a controlled substance, possession of 

a controlled substance with intent to sell and violation of 

probation. 

Richard R. Lambert, 29, 5 Quebec Square, Brooklyn. 

Charged with disorderly conduct, risk of injury to a 

minor and third-degree criminal mischief. 

Travis M. Steele, 19, 51 Middle St., Apt. A, Brooklyn. 

Charged with second-degree threatening and breach of 

peace. 

Danielson 

Tuesday, May 5 

Cynthia S. Robinson, 38, 81 Gay Head Road, Canterbury. 

Charged with fifth-degree larceny. 

Wednesday, May 6 

Korey Lynn Clouatre, 19, 57 Elm St., Webster, Mass. 

Charged with first-degree criminal mischief. 


Kayla A. Dobson, 19, 24 Williams St., Danielson. Charged 

with possession of marijuana with intent to sell and possession 

of drug paraphernalia. 

Kevin C. Kettle, 23, 24 Williams St., Danielson. Charged 

with possession of marijuana, possession of narcotics 

with intent to sell, possession of narcotics with intent to 

sell within 1,500 feet of school, sale of narcotics and possession 

of drug paraphernalia. 

Nicole Kummer, 22, 42 Roslyn St., Hartford. Charged 

with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated and failure 

to drive in the established lane. 


Amanda Young, 25, 48 Edwardsen St., Killingly. Charged 

with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct. 

Raymond Kinchen, 35, 48 Edwardsen St., Killingly. 

Charged with disorderly conduct. 

Bradley Toper, 26, 123 Green Hollow Road, Killingly. 

Charged with third-degree assault, breach of peace, 

three counts of violation of probation and failure to 

appear in court. 

Sunday, May 10 

Michael E. Shong, 47, 16 St. James Row, Apt. A, 

Danielson. Charged with driving a motor vehicle while 

intoxicated, having an improper registration than the 

one issued and insurance coverage failing minimum 

requirements. 

Killingly 

Wednesday, May 6 

Jose Medina, 35, 34 Mechanic St., Danielson. Charged 

with third-degree assault, threatening and breach of 

peace. 


Candace Hoffman, 36, 72 Kenneth Dr., Dayville. Charged 

with two counts of second-degree failure to appear in 

court. 

Dennis J. Willard Jr., 35, 72 Kenneth Drive, Dayville. 

Charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct. 


Daniel A. Kish, 28, 57 Lynch Road, Apt. C-4, Chaplin. 

Charged with operating a motor vehicle when the license 

or registration has been refused, suspended or revoked. 

Roseland Vega, 24, 57 Lynch Road, Apt. C-4, Chaplin. 

Charged with issuing a bad check and fifth-degree larceny. 

Putnam 


Steven M. Richardson, 28, 2 Sprucedale Road, 

Apt. A, Woodstock. Charged with third-degree 

robbery, second-degree breach of peace and 

sixth-degree larceny. 

Monday, May 11 

Jamie Field, 20, 184 Park St., Putnam. Charged 

with threatening and breach of peace. 

REVAL 


The bill would also allow a municipality 

that is currently being required by 

statute to conduct revaluation to delay 

that process until at least the beginning 

of the 2011 assessment year. Under current 

law, towns and cities are on a mandatory, 

five-year revaluation cycle. 

Williams added that the Connecticut 

Conference of Municipalities is in support 

of the bill and testified in favor at a 

public hearing earlier this month. 

John Filchak, executive director of 

NECCOG, said the bill’s process will slow 

down in the House due to the number of 

representatives wanting to discuss the 

subject of regional revaluation. 

“We raised the issue six to seven years 

ago,” he said. “It was not, at the time, in 

any kind of favor from assessors. Even if 

the numbers look good, it just wasn’t 

coming together. But, I think in part with 

the fiscal crisis, something like this could 

save tens to thousands or dollar on an 

annual basis and more over time.” 

Filchak said regional revaluation could 

save as much as 50 percent of the costs to 

towns to hire a revaluation company. 

Lowered costs to a municipality’s revaluation 

costs could bring more positive 

numbers to grand lists and keep mill 

rates down. 

“Putnam was putting aside $40,000 a 

year for this,” said Filchak, indicating 

that this proposal could be a $100,000 savings 

to the town. “We have about 44,000 

parcels in the region, give or take.” 

Filchak noted that other benefits to 

regional revaluation could bring staffed 

employees in the region to NECCOG to 

perform a uniform assessment town by 

town. 

“Just like with [regional] animal control, 

we’d be the first if approved,” he 

added. “To the degree to have thing consistent, 

this can be better.” 

Filchak is optimistic that members in 

state Legislature and administration 

indicate they are supportive of this measure, 

as well as first selectmen of area 

towns look upon it favorably. 

With NECCOG conducting revaluations, 

cutting out the middleman, or 

revaluation company, is the directive 

approach to regional revaluation. 

“We’ll go out and hire people with certifications,” 

said Filchak. “The other part 

of the legislation is just as critical, to 

restructure when a town does a revaluation 

on a five-year cycle.” 

Filchak said a lot of area towns are 

stacked this year currently conducting 

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revaluations, such as Thompson and 

Brooklyn. He said one revaluation is 

scheduled in an area town in 2010 and 

none in 2011, following the current schedule. 

“To keep the workload at a steady pace, 

it’s got to be more equally balanced,” 

Filchak reiterated, “to do about 8,000 to 

9,000 parcels a year.” 

Filchak said in the regional revaluation, 

large towns, such as Killingly and 

Plainfield, and small towns, like Pomfret, 

should face revaluation annually on an 

even ratio. Larger towns, he said, have 

more complex parcels that are classified 

as industrial, commercial, retail, residential 

and so on, while smaller towns with 

less parcels do not have as many classifications. 

“It keeps staffing at a minimum and 

keeps costs predictable,” he said about 

balancing annual revaluation ratios by 

large town to small town. “Another element 

in this is with the hiring of the 

revaluation people, local assessors will be 

directly involved with that and we’ll set 

up an oversight committee to advise 

NECCOG on what’s working and what’s 

not. It’ll be done with them and not to 

them and try to create a win-win situation.” 

Filchak added that the regional revaluation 

proposal is directly tied into the 

implementation of the geographic information 

systems (GIS) to area assessor’s 

offices. 

“There’s a lot of overlap between these 

two,” he said. 

Essentially, a GIS is digital mapping 

system database of area land parcels, 

topography and streets of municipalities 

that use intelligent maps to allow users to 

view whatever land features they want to 

in order to help them solve a question 

they have on land use and development. 

Putnam Town Assessor Rande Chmura 

said the GIS mapping systems would help 

all boards and commissions, not just for 

appraising properties. 

“GIS layers maps on a town,” she said. 

“Say my Economic Development director 

is looking for a land parcel nowhere near 

an adjacent residential or highways. 

They could use GIS.” 

Chmura, who is also president of the 

Windham County Assessor’s 

Association, said when Filchak first 

approached her about regional revaluation, 

assessors were opposed to the idea. 

“We did not think the numbers he was 

coming up with per parcel were possible,” 

she said. “If we go about thinking 

very reasonably, doing it slowly and correctly, 

as far as I’m concerned, this is a 


good thing for NECCOG.” 

Chmura said NECCOG assesses towns 

on a population basis and not per parcel, 

and towns that belong to NECCOG pay a 

fee based on their population. 

“How would they divvy out for NEC- 

COG?” asks Chmura. “Putnam is more 

complicated than Eastford. This is what 

makes doing ‘revals’ in one community 

more expensive than others. It’s not just 

demographics and parcel count, but what 

kind of parcels.” 

Since the five-year revaluation process 

is state mandated, towns don’t go at the 

same time, said Chmura. 

“There are only so many revaluation 

companies out there,” she said. “Some 

big cities all go in one year and none in 

another year.” 

Sebrina Heroux, assessor for 

Thompson, said the town is currently in 

the process of a revaluation with Tyler 

Technologies, based out of Tolland. 

“We’re going to be wrapping that up at 

the end of the year,” she said. 

Heroux said she believes the scope of 

the issue with regional revaluation is 

with the sizes of the different towns, and 

whether NECCOG can hire enough staff 

to effectively cover its 12 towns for a 

revaluation. 

“Those are definitely factors,” she said. 

“You need to have deeper staff and 

resources. You need enough competent 

people to do these types of analyses.” 

Thompson First Selectman Larry Groh 

said he think NECCOG and area assessors 

should investigate the proposal further 

and see how it goes. 

“It gives towns the opportunity to stagger 

the existing locations,” he said about 

the delaying of assessing certain land 

parcels in Thompson. “The bill would 

allow us to adjust our revaluation 

process.” 

Woodstock First Selectman Allan 

Walker thinks regional revaluations 

would definitely save his town money. 

“We’d like a first look at what it could 

save us,” he said. “In our budget this year 

and last year was $83,333 for ‘reval.’ Doing 

it regionally, cost estimates are about half 

to do it in-house.” 

Walker said that just by the “shear” 

number of revaluations, if it isn’t half 

the cost, it will still cost significantly less. 

He said Woodstock has 4,979 parcels. 

“It will be a great opportunity to do this 

on regional basis,” he said. “The state 

wants towns to do more regional efforts.” 

Matt Sanderson may be reached at (860) 

928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at matt@villagernewspapers.com. 

DANIELSON — A special facility designed to meet the needs 

of returning veterans will be officially opened Friday, May 22, at 

Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson. The ribbon 

cutting ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. in the college cafeteria. 

The acronym OASIS stands for “Operation Academic Support 

for Incoming Servicemembers.” A two-year project of the 

General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Connecticut, partnering 

with the state Department of Veterans Affairs, QVCC’s 

OASIS is one of the first locations to open. 

The OASIS was designed as a place where veterans, especially 

those returning home from deployments in Iraq and 

Afghanistan, can comfortably meet together, study, use computers, 

access information about veterans’ services and 

encourage each other in pursuing their academic and vocational 

goals. 

QVCC graduate Jullie Patterson, a former Marine who currently 

serves in the Air National Guard and is also a member of 

QVCC’s G.I. Guardian’s group, said, “It’s a difficult experience to 

come back to school after serving in the military. You are juggling 

a job, family and other responsibilities. [The OASIS] is a 

place for veterans to decompress.” 

The event will begin with an honor color guard ceremony in 

the cafeteria, the pledge of allegiance, several guest speakers 

and an invocation by retired military chaplain Howard Flexer, 

father of state Rep. Mae Flexer (D-Danielson). After a brief ribbon-cutting 

dedication, guests will get a look at the OASIS, located 

in a modular building behind the college’s main campus. 

For more information, please contact Donna Albeke at 412- 

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Reuban Field, 24, 237 Providence St., Putnam. 

Charged with operating a motor vehicle when 

the license or registration has been refused, 

suspended or revoked. 

Richard Levesque, 27, Walker Correctional 

Facility, Suffield. Charged with first-degree larceny 

and first-degree conspiracy to commit larceny. 


Kerry Kubiak, 35, 63 Lyons Road, Dudley, Mass. 

Charged with driving a motor vehicle while 

intoxicated and failure to stay in the established 

lane. 

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Habitat project part of National Women Build Week 

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Lowe’s employee Samantha Bedard of Bozra helps 

unload lumber. 

King, human resources director at Lowe’s of 

Killingly. King approached some of the 

women working at the store with a sign-up 

sheet. 

Meanwhile, Habitat sought their own volunteers, 

asking Roland and Bonnie Beland, 

husband and wife construction team, to draw 

up plans for a new 12-foot-by-14-foot sunporch 

for Euskas. Bonnie, general contractor for the 

project, teaches architecture and construction 

at Killingly High School. Roland is a carpentry 

instructor at Harvard H. Ellis 

Technical High School. 

Blueprints involved just your basic framing, 

Bonnie explained, with lots of windows, 

siding and a slight pitch on the roof. Habitat 

quickly purchased needed materials. 

By 8 a.m. on Saturday, the volunteers — 75 

percent women, as opposed to what’s typically 

80 percent to 90 percent men, Roland said — 

arrived to begin the build. A separate crew 

had handled demolition of the old, rotting 

porch the week before. 

During a 20-minute kickoff ceremony outside 

Euskas’ house, Putnam Bank CEO and 

2008-09 Habitat Annual Campaign Co-chair 

Tom Borner called the project “a brush with 

kindness.” 

“I hope this is the first of many to come,” he 

said of the partnership between Habitat and 

Lowe’s. 

Lowe’s employee Jenn Trayner, of Dayville, 

said she plans to stay involved. 

“Now that I’m into it, I’m definitely going to 

stay with it,” Trayner said. 

Co-workers Angela White, also of Dayville; 

Samantha Bedard, of Bozra, and Kendra 

Bonnette, of Woodstock, also volunteered. 

Trayner, who had signed up as soon as she 

heard about the project, said she didn’t particularly 

care whether she was working with 

women or men. She just liked “making a difference 

in someone’s life,” she said. 

That someone, Walter Euskas, looked on 

and appeared delighted. 

“I’m very thankful,” he said, sharing big 

plans for the new addition — a floor lamp or 

two, tables and, most of all, a lot more plants. 

Lowe’s will provide a $5,000 and Putnam 

Bank $25,000 to go toward 

Olivia Braaten photos 

Volunteers for Saturday’s Habitat for Humanity project gather for an opening ceremony. The team began 

construction on a sunporch for an older resident in Putnam. 

the next local Habitat project, likely to be in 

Brooklyn or Putnam. Since 1995, Habitat for 

Humanity of Northeast Connecticut has built 

nine homes. The group serves a 10-town area, 

including Brooklyn, Canterbury, Eastford, 

Killingly, Plainfield, Pomfret, Putnam, 

Sterling, Thompson and Woodstock. 

Other women volunteers included Pegi 

Breckel, Lennox Broduer, Lucy (Junjing) 

Yang, Barbara Lund, Barbara Elliott, 

Amanda Young and Lisa Kilburn. Kate 

DesJardins reached out to Habitat on behalf 

of Euskas. 

Roland Beland, carpentry instructor at Harvard-Ellis Tech School, worked with wife, 

Bonnie, to oversee volunteers. 

Kendra Bonnette, of Woodstock, volunteered to help with the 

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT 

The Delta Generators 

Acclaimed blues rock act the Delta 

Generators are back in action next 

Friday, May 22, at The Cannery in 

Southbridge, Mass. Mixing blues and elements 

of Louisiana funk with Memphis 

soul and ’50’ rock, the Delta Generators are 

electrifying the New England blues-androots 

scene. 

Said bass player Rick O’Neal, “The band 

was formed and built on the chemistry of 

four players.” Rick and his brother Charlie 

(on guitar) are joined by singer-harmonica 

player Craig Rawding and drummer Jeff 

Armstrong. The band already shows the 

skills and confidence of a long-established 

group, winning the Boston Blues Society 

Blues Challenge in 2008 and placing in the 

top 10 at the International Blues Challenge 

in Memphis this February. Their first 

album, Devil in the Rhythm, was released 

last year and is nominated for an 

Independent Music Award for best blues 

album. Now they’ve started recording a new 

record and this summer will perform at the 

White Mountain Boogie and Blues Festival 

and the Blues ‘n’ Brews Festival. For more 

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Next Tuesday, May 19, Pete McNeaney and 

his band bring smooth jazz to The Copper 

Stallion in Sturbridge, Mass. In his four 

decades of performing, McNeaney has 

honed a style that encompasses swing, R&B, 

rock, Dixieland and classic soft jazz. Joining 

him are Warren Olsen on upright and electric 

bass, Rocco Savino on drums and percussion, 

and Rob DaShue on keys. Olsen is a 

veteran of the Boston area music scene, 

while Savino and DaShue have been active 

in the Worcester area since the 1980s. Don’t 

miss this excellent night of jazz from The 

Pete McNeaney Quartet from 7:30 to 10 p.m. 

There is no cover charge. Visit www.copperstallion.com 

for more information and 

directions. 

Correction to last week’s Not So Quiet 

Corner: Kala Farnham will perform at the 

Relay For Life at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 

on the Main Stage at the Woodstock 

Fairgrounds, not Taylor Farnham, as was 

listed in the article. Also, Tongue and 

Groove and Rebel Arts Union will not perform; 

Red Light is now playing on the 

Central Stage from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. 

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• Bill Eagan — 9 p.m., Fiddler’s Green, 

Worcester, Mass. 

• Deb Callahan Band — 9 p.m., Gilrein’s, 


• Sean Ryan — 7 p.m., Greendale’s Pub, 


• Promised Eden, Full Tilt (CD release), 

VulGarrity, Motorpsychos, The Dialectrics 

— 8 p.m., Lucky Dog, Worcester, Mass. 

• Badmagic (Godsmack tribute) with No 

Sho — 9 p.m., Crossroads, Route 20, Palmer, 

Mass. 

• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly Duckling loft 

at The Whistling Swan Restaurant, 

Sturbridge, Mass. 

• Weight of Gravity, Jediah, Burnpile — 9 

pm, The Cannery, 12 Crane St., Southbridge, 

Mass., $7. 

• Nitestrike — 9 p.m., The Pump House, 

Southbridge, Mass. 

• She’s Busy — 8 p.m., Point Breeze, 

Webster, Mass. 

• RAM — 9 p.m., Altones, Jewett City, 

Conn. 

• Classic Albums Live: The Doors — 8 p.m., 

Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, 

Conn. 

SATURDAY, MAY 16 

• Jim Perry — 8:30 p.m., Spruce Street 

Tavern, Clinton, Mass. 

• The Pathetics — 9 p.m., The Greyhound 

Pub “An Cu Liath,” Kelley Square, 

Worcester Mass. 

• Mocha Java — 9 p.m., Greendale’s Pub, 


• A Musical Journey from the ’70s to 

Today — 9 p.m., Gilrein’s, Worcester, Mass. 

• Green Street Music Series (A tribute to 

U2 and 

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Sat May 16th 11am-12:30pm 

Sat May 16th 10am-12pm 

Woodstock $899,000 

45 Grey Fox Landing 

www.E220219.pruct.com 

Almost 5 private ac & 7000 sf w/14 rooms including an in-door “pool room” & 

lounge area (50x26) & 3 level elevator. Professional grade stainless Viking kit, 

5 BR & full BA, custom granite, red oak & tile flooring & brick paver terraces. 

Computerized Buderus 5 zoned Hydro-air, indoor & outdoor central music system 

& digital controlled irrigation system. Very special. 

Jo Vickers, Fine Home Specialist 

(860) 913-5548 

Dir: Senexet Road south from Rt 171 to Tripp Road. Grey Fox Estates on left. 

Danielson $224,000 

17 Highland Ave 


Maintained 4BR/2.5BA 

ranch in neighborhood 

setting. View of lawn. 

Large trees shade elevated 

21x20 Trek deck. 

Recently added roof & 

furnace. 

Bob Leonard 

860-428-0026 

Dir: North on Killingly 

Dr, left onto Highland 

Ave. House on the left. 

Sat May 16th 1-3pm 

21 Cornfield Pt. 



Enjoy this 2 BR/2BA. 

Finished Walk out basement. 

Private screened 

porch + open deck. 

Great end unit. Great 

for 1st time Homebuyer! 

Mary Collins 

860-336-6677 

Dir: Rt 171 to Roseland 

Park, Cornfield Point on 

right. 


Thompson $255,900 

257 Reardon Rd 


Set back from the road 

with lots of family space, 

open floor plan and a finished 

lower level. 

Katie Totten 

860-465-6336 

Dir: Rt 12 to West 

Thompson Rd. Right 

onto Reardon Rd 


Sun May 17th 1-2:30pm 

Putnam $269,900 

25 Pleasant St 

www.E226278.pruct.c 

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Charming Victorian 

with .39 acres, 2-car 

garage and plenty of 

parking! All the 

Architectural features, 

plus 1st floor laundry 

and sunroom. 

Donna Ogle 

860-377-1837 

Dir: Grove St. to 

Pleasant St. 

12 Hansen Rd 

Canterbury $249,900 


Terrific 3-bedroom home 

set on an incredible 6 

acres! 2nd floor ready to 

finish. Very quiet neighborhood 

close to commute 

routes. 

Martha Paquette 

860-428-7619 

Dir: Rt 14 to Lisbon Rd 

to Kinne Rd to Hansen 

Rd 

OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND 

Sun May 17th 11am-12:30pm 


Dayville $219,900 

25 Provost Lane 

www.e229122.pruct.com 

Spacious 2 BR Ranch 

w/large well maintained 

yard & in ground pool. 

Large partially finished 

walk out basement. 

Recently remodeled 

bath. 

Fred Gillette 

860-428-7066 

Dir: Rt 101 to Valley Rd 

and then turn left on 

Provost Lane. 


Sun May 17th 1-3pm 


59 Smith Rd 


A graceful cape 

w/attached Post & Beam 

barn that has finished 

office above! 3BR/2BA 

Walkout basement, 

paved drive & quiet private 

location on 3.90ac. 

Karen Chambrello 

860-617-5067 

Dir: Rt 171 West to 

Smith Rd 

4 Ruth Circle 

Pomfret $289,000 


Beautiful colonial in 

desirable Pomfret neighborhood. 

Gorgeous 

backyard w/over an acre 

of privacy & a huge 

deck you won’t want to 

leave. 

Katie Totten 

860-465-6336 

Dir: Rt 44 West from 

Putnam. Right on 

Longmeadow Drive. 

Right on Ruth 


356 Child Rd 


Dramatic barn exterior & equally dramatic open spaces in this custom 

built privately sited home. Mahogany decks w/ benches, bamboo 

& slate floors, pine ceilings & re-claimed chestnut walls. 

Master w/dressing room & two-person stone steam shower, stainless 

custom kitchen w/ silestone counter tops, two story slate fireplace, 

built-in dual computer workstation office & bookshelves. 3+ 

ac & 3000+ sf. 

Cheryl Bryer (860) 377-5071 

Dir: Rt 169 to Rt 197. Right on Brickyard. Left on Child. 

Sat May 16th 10:30am-12:30pm 

Plainfield $199,900 

256 Lathrop Rd 

www.E225630.pruct.com 

What a fabulous opportunity 

to own a great home! 

2 beds with a breathtaking 

fieldstone fireplace all 

set on over 1.5 acres! 


860-428-7619 

Dir: I395 to exit 87 to 

Lathrop Rd 


321 Kate Downing Road, Plainfield 540,000 


Outstanding 3000 sf, 3/4 BR Builders custom Ranch w/granite 

counter tops, custom cabinets on 4.6 landscaped ac, & 

private setting. 2 garages. 

Fred Gillette 860-428-7066 

Dir: I-395 Exit 87 s. east on Lathrop Road, left on Kate 

Downing 


Moosup $309,900 

245 Green Hollow Rd 


Come see the one of the 

best homes available 

today!!! 3-5 beds, 3 baths 

set on 3 acres! 

Everything is done for 

you, come see for yourself! 


860-428-7619 

Dir: Rt 14 to Green 

Hollow Rd 

May 16th 11am-1pm 


Eastford 

$234,900-$269,876 

19 Westford Road 


3BR/1.5BA Cape 

Farmhouse w/granite and 

maple in the remodeled 

kitchen. Cathedral ceilings, 

French doors and 

built-ins galore. 

Krystal Brule 

860-315-2888 

Dir: RT 198 (to center of 

Eastford) to Westford Rd 

past Town Hall on left 


321 Quaddick Town Farm Rd, Thompson $235,000 


Move-in 3 BR, 2 BA, 1698 sf, single-level living home with 

large wooden deck 2.89 treed acres. Near State Park, golf 

course and MA & RI. 

Bob Leonard 860-428-0026 

Dir: East Thompson Rd to Spicer Rd, left onto Quaddick 

Town Farm Rd 



44 Shore Drive 


120 ft of waterfront on 

Quassett Lake. Updated 

multi-story home, new 

roof, decks, dock, and 

huge play/picnic area. 

Fred Gillette 

860-428-7066 

Dir: Rte 171 to East 

Quassett Rd to Loyola to 

Shore Dr 

Karen 

Chambrello 

Woodstock 459,900 

29 Olde Meadow Rd 


Just “off the hill” from East Woodstock Village Green. 

New construction brick-faced exterior. Two story 

foyer, hard woods, French doors, wainscoting & crown 

molding & columns. “Keeping room” kitchen w/ fireplace 

& granite & cherry customized furniture-style 

cabinets w/ “wine rack” island & buffet hutch. 

Additional 500 square foot space accessible from 

MBR and kitchen. Central air. 

Jo Vickers, Fine Home Specialist 

860-913-5548 

Dir: Prospect St to left on Amsher. Olde Meadow on 

right. 

Sat May 16th 1-2:30pm 

Putnam $189,900 

50 Richmond Rd, 

Unit 15 


Perfect opportunity to 

take advantage of the 

first time homebuyer 

credit! One level condo! 

Open floor plan, 

attached garage, & 1st 

floor laundry. 

Donna Ogle 

860-377-1837 

Dir: Rt 44 to Sabin, to 

Underwood, to 

Richmond. 

Sun May 17th 12:30-2:30pm 



10 Cutler Hill Rd 


Prominent hill top 3438 

sf custom Colonial, 3BR, 

2.5BA on 1.9 landscaped 

ac, built-in cabinetry, 

sunroom w/recessed hot 

tub. 

Bob Leonard 

860-428-0026 

Dir: Rte 171 to New 

Sweden Road to Cutler 

Hill Road. 


1166 ROUTE 198 


Stop in & take a look! 

Natural cedar sided 

home w/dramatic 24 ft 

ceilings. 3 BR, 2 BA, loft, 

1.25 ac & Woodstove for 

extra heat! 

Monique Maldonado 

860-913-7414 

Dir: Rt 198, ? mile north 

of blinking light at junction 

of Rt 197 & Rt 198

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Waterfront on Alexander’s Lake 

An Incredible view through a wall of windows in the Dining area, 

your deck chairs, dock or hammock, all overlooking the lake. The 

rest is up to you… move right into this year-round home that has 

been insulated, vinyl-sided and a deck that leads you right into this two bedroom 

home. With the light streaming in from all sides through the double 

pane tilt-in windows, you feel right at home as soon as you walk through the 

door. The open floor plan is wonderful for entertaining, enjoy your company 

while in an updated kitchen with all appliances conveying: gas stove, refrigerator, 

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A Turn-key home for the amazing price $245,500. 

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SATURDAY, MAY 16TH 

BROOKLYN 

377 South St. Noon-3pm $179,500 Loomis Real Estate/Glinda Stavrou (860)928-7991 x. 30 

Brooklyn Common Condos Noon-3pm $183,000 Loomis Real Estate/Roger Mercier (860)928-7991 x. 51 

CANTERBURY 

12 Hansen Rd. 1-3pm $249,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Martha Paquette (860)428-7619 

DANIELSON 

17 Highland Ave. 10am-Noon $249,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Bob Leonard (860)428-0026 

DAYVILLE 

25 Provost Ln. 10am-Noon $219,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Fred Gillette (860)428-7066 

1781 Upper Maple St. Noon-3pm $245,500 Loomis Real Estate/ Donna DeArmand (860)928-7991 

EASTFORD 

19 Westford Pike 11am-1pm $234,900- Prudential Connecticut Realty/Krystal Brule (860)315-2888 

$269,876 

EAST KILLINGLY 

1410 Hartford Pike 2pm-4pm $169,900- Prudential Connecticut Realty/Krystal Brule (860)315-2888 

$194,876 

PLAINFIELD 

256 Lathrop Rd. 10:30am-12:30pm $199,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Martha Paquette 

(860)428-7619 

321 Kate Downning Rd. 1-3pm $540,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Fred Gillette (860)428-7066 

POMFRET 

4 Ruth Circle 1-3pm $289,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Katie Totten (860)456-6336 

36 Taft Pond Rd. Noon-3pm $305,000 Loomis Real Estate/Mary Popiak (860)928-7991 x. 54 

PUTNAM 

50 Richmond, Unit 15 1-12:30pm $189,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Donna Ogle (860)377-1837 

188 Heritage Rd. Noon-3pm $250,000 Loomis Real Estate/Liberty Watson (860)928-7991 x. 55 

168 Grove St. Noon-3pm $239,900 Loomis Real Estate/(860)928-7991 

180 Woodstock Ave. Noon-3pm $154,900 Loomis Real Estate/(860)928-7991 x. 25 

31 Charles St. Noon-3pm $234,900 Loomis Real Estate/Pete Everson (860)928-7991 x. 44 

Heritage Pines Condo. Noon-3pm $184,900 Loomis Real Estate/Marcy Harney or Kim Hitchcock 

And Up (860)928-7991 x. 45 

THOMPSON 

321 Quaddick Town Farm Rd. 1-3pm $235,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Bob Leonard (860)428-0026 

257 Reardon Rd. 10am--Noon $255,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Katie Totten (860)456-6336 

WOODSTOCK 

45 Grey Fox Landing 11am-12:30pm $899,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Jo Vickers (860)913-5548 

21 Cornfield Pt. 1-3pm $169,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Mary Collins (860)336-6677 

SUNDAY, MAY 17TH 

MOOSUP 

254 Green Hollow Rd. 1-3pm $309,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Martha Paquette (860)428-7619 

PUTNAM 

25 Pleasant St. 1-2:30pm $269,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Donna Ogle (860)377-1837 

WOODSTOCK 

356 Child Rd. 11am-12:30pm $417,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Cheryl Bryer (860)377-5071 

29 Old Meadow Rd. 1-3pm $459,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Jo Vickers (860)913-5548 

1166 Route 198 12:30-2:30pm $299,900 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Monique Maldonado 

(860)913-7414 

59 Smith Rd. 1-3pm $315,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Karen Chambrello (860)617-5067 

44 Shore Dr. 1-3pm $359,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Fred Gillette (860)428-7066 

10 Cutler Hill Rd. 1-3pm $385,000 Prudential Connecticut Realty/Bob Leonard (860)428-0026 

196 Rocky Hill Rd. 2-4pm $574,900 Johnston & Associates/Mary Ann Chapney (860)208-9344 

WEBSTER 

34 Colonial Rd. 12-2pm $239,900 Johnston & Associates/Angela Miller (860)798-7040 

USDA, CHFA, Reverse Mortgage, Renovation/203k Loans 

Direct Lender 

No Application Fee 

NSQC 

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— 8 p.m., Lucky Dog, 


• Black Dog (Led Zeppelin 

tribute) — 9 p.m., Crossroads, 

Route 20, Palmer, Mass. 

• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly 

Duckling loft at The 

Whistling Swan Restaurant, 


• The Quakes with The 

Creepin’ Cadavers, The 

Murder Weapon, Soul 

Reapin’ 3 and Wicked 

Whiskey — 9 p.m., Mill Street 

Brews, Southbridge, Mass. 

• Humble Streak — 9 p.m., 

The Pump House, 


• Larry, Gerry and Dave, 

the B&E Band and the PACC 

Allstar Jam Band — 8:30 

p.m., PACC, 37 Harris St., 

Webster, Mass. 

• Joel Cage — 8 p.m., The 

Vanilla Bean Cafe, Pomfret, 

Conn., $12. 

• Uncle Rhubarb & The 

Hokum Hotspurs — 8 to 10 

p.m., Victoria Station, 

Putnam, Conn. 

• Mark Renburke — 9:30 

p.m., The Gold Eagle at The 

Laurel House, Route 395 Exit 

94, Dayville, Conn. 

• Sweet — 8 p.m., Wolf Den, 

Mohegan Sun Casino, 

Uncasville, Conn. 

Kelli Ritch/Mortgage Consultant 

Freedom Mortgage Corporation 

Direct 860-412-0030 

Toll Free 888 612-0030 

SUNDAY, MAY 17 

• Dana Lewis — 8 p.m., 

Caffe Sorrento, Milford, 

Mass. 

• Blues Jam — 2 p.m., The 

Cannery, 12 Crane St., 


• Peter Mulvey — 7 p.m., 

The Vanilla Bean Cafe, 

Pomfret, Conn., $15. 

• David Foster & The 

Mohegan Sun All-Stars — 7 

p.m., Wolf Den, Mohegan 

Sun Casino, Uncasville, 

Conn. 

MONDAY, MAY 18 

• Open mic — 8 p.m., Dark 

Horse Tavern, 12 Crane St., 


• Josh Thompson — 7 p.m., 

Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun 

Casino, Uncasville, Conn. 


• Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic 

— 7:30 p.m., Greendale’s Pub, 


• The Pete McNeaney 

Quartet — 7:30 to 10 p.m., The 

Copper Stallion, 538 Main St., 

Sturbridge/Fiskdale, Mass. 

• Off The Hook — 7 p.m., 

Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun 

Casino, Uncasville, Conn. 

Rates are currently mid to high 4% 

and change daily. 

100% Financing Available 

Please call 860-412-0030 for 

current rate and mortgage analysis! 


• Steve Willey — 8:30 to 

11:30 p.m., TJ O’Brien’s, 


• RAM — 9 p.m., Lucky’s, 

Foster, R.I. 

• Bronze Radio Return — 7 



Conn. 


• Dana Lewis — 7:30 p.m., 

Caffe Sorrento, Milford, 

Mass. 

• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly 

Duckling loft at The 

Whistling Swan Restaurant, 


• Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic 

(upstairs) — 8 p.m., TJ 

O’Brien’s, Sturbridge, Mass. 

• 2U (U2 tribute band) — 8 



Conn. 

If you’re a live act who 

would like to be featured, 

know of someone else who is 

or simply want to let us know 

about an upcoming gig, e- 

mail me at 

GettingInTune@MarkRenbu 

rke.com. Anything I get before 

Friday of each week will 

make the following Friday’s 

paper. Keep the music live and 

not so quiet here in 

Northeastern Connecticut 

and Central Massachusetts!



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Service, Savings and Satisfaction… 

is the motto that has made us the best pool professionals in the area 

My name is Richard Gervasi, 

together with my family we 

operate Ideal Pools. 

As we enter our 35th year in 

business I would like to 

address why you should 

purchase a swimming pool 

or shop in our store: 

• State of the art showroom, air conditioned for your comfort 

• 3 computerized testing stations, attended by trained technicians 

• Fully stocked service center, for repairs, pumps, filters etc… 

• The largest selection of pool & spa chemicals 

• 4 telephone lines answered by a live person (except after hours or if all lines are busy) 

We guarantee a return call 

• 10 service vehicles 

• Plenty of free parking 

• Open year round 

• Most important: Because we care! Unlike most pool companies we want your business 

$1,000 INSTANT REBATE ON ALL IN-GROUND POOL PACKAGES 

Call Jenna or Dena today for an appointment for a free no-obligation estimate. Some early installation dates remain. 

Don’t delay! Call today! 

A Swimming Pool should be fun, not work. See the experts at… 

35 Years 

of Proven 

Service 

Richard Gervasi, CEO 

Jenna Gervasi, Pres. 

351 E. Main St., Southbridge, MA • 508-764-4275 or 1-800-585-7310 

At your service in the 

Villager Community 

➠SEE YOUR LOCAL PROFESSIONAL FOR ALL THE SERVICES 

➠ 

Tailored Kitchens LLC 

by 

Ann-Marie 

Kitchens, Baths and 

More – Tailored to 

Suit You! 

Ann-Marie Morin 

Alan Morin 

593B Providence Road 

(Route 6) 

P.O. Box 854 

Brooklyn, CT 06234 

(860)774-5554 

WE BUY GOLD 

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Bring this ad in and receive 

an extra 5% on your gold 

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• Over 30 Years 

In Business 

• Our Own Services Dept. 

• 3 Test Stations 

• 8 Service Vehicles 

Owned And Operated By The Gervasi Family 

35 Years 

1974-2009 

Call for details 

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installation dates! 

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508-764-4275 or 1-800-585-7310 

TRUCKLOADS OF SAVINGS 

ON ALL KRAFTMAID CABINETRY 

• Choose from over 100 cabinetry styles in oak, 

maple, birch, hickory, cherry or laminates 

• Professional design and planning assistance 

available 

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189 Rt. 198 

Eastford, CT 

860-974-1924 

THIS PAIR BEATS A FULL HOUSE 

ANYDAY 

Spring Needs 

Filled Here! 

1) Screen Repair 

2) Fishing Tackle & Bait 

3) Rototiller Rental 

4) Scotts Fertilizers, Mulch, 

Lime 

5) Complete Sharpening 

Services! 

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HARDWARE 

915 Riverside Drive, 

N. Grosvenordale, CT 

860-923-2904 

10% off 

Dry Cleaning 

of 

WOMEN’S 

DRESSES 

Good until 5/31/09 

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&DRY CLEANING 

915 Riverside Drive, 


860-923-2904 

NEW ENGLAND 

HOME SERVICES 

Because everyone needs a little help 

once in a while. 

Wkly, Bi-Wkly, Monthly 

Move In or Out Services 

Residential/Commercial 

Experienced & Professional 

401-568-5254 • 401-533-6969 

Servicing RI, CT & MA 

Ask about our referral rates - 20+ Years Experience 

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Put your business 

in the spotlight. 

Contact Stephanie 

860-928-1818 ext. 105


Neighbors 

Trust Your 

Your Guide to Your Neighbors 

at Your Service 

Asphalt & Landscaping 

• PAVING 

• SEAL COATING 

• HOT CRACK FILLING 

• LINE STRIPPING 

• PAVER SIDEWALKS 

• BLOCK RETAINING WALLS 

• SNOW PLOWING 

• LANDSCAPE DESIGN 

• FREE ESTIMATES 

• CT. LICENSE #584641 

SERVICE BY PROFESSIONALS • ALL WORK GUARANTEED 

860-639-1921 

OWNER & OPERATOR - RICK EMMONS 

Construction 

VSP Custom Woodworking 

Vine S. Palmer 

Journeyman Carpenter 

D.B.A. VSP Custom Woodworking 

Specializing in but not exclusive to the Restoration, 

Repair, Renovation, Remodeling of your pre 1920’s 

home, the 4 R’s. 

All work from the foundation to the roof and 

anything in-between. Custom built cabinetry, 

Personal service to you. 

Vine S. Palmer, Owner - Over 40 Years Experience 

860-974-3385 • 860-974-3385 Fax 

Home Builders 

T&B Building Co. LLC 

“You dream it, 

we build it” 

www.tbbuilding.com 

Cell: 860-377-7533 Office: 860-779-0235 

Painting 

J.W. painting 

Interior / Exterior 

860.928.6140 

860.428.8086 

Insured – Free Estimates 

Category 

This spot available. 


and place your ad. 

Let your neighbors 

know you’re out there! 

860-928-1818 

Computer Sales and Service 

Category 

Computer Sales and Service 

New Computers and Laptops · 

Virus Removal, Computer Repair, 

Upgrades, Networking & More 

779-2799 & 608-0632 

www.sampsonics.com 




Let your neighbors know 

you’re out there! 

860-928-1818 

Construction 

Excavation 

Bankrun driveway gravel 

$9/yd delivered. 

Category 






860-928-1818 

Excavation 

Christian Family 

Construction Services LLC 

"Placing God & Families First" 

Complete Excavation Services for New Homes/Additions 

Land Clearing Site preparation Stumping Cellar holes 

Drainage systems Grading Gravel & Stone Driveways 

Septic System Installation New & Repaired 

Engineered & Non-Engineered Systems Pump Systems 

Test holes Leach fields 

CT Licensed & Insured CT Licensed Septic Installer 

NHC# 0010856 Call 860-428-5995 HIC# 0611725 

www.cfconstructionllc.com 

Garage Doors 

Home Improvement 

PAINTING & HOME IMPROVEMENT 

LICENSED • FULLY INSURED 

LEE 

(860)779-2848 

Landscaping 

Gardening 

• 


BOB 

(860)774-5823 

J & B Home Improvement 

Professional Grade Work 

Without the High Price 

CALL 

860-774-7408 or 866-691-9469 

Free Estimates 

Senior Citizen Friendly 

License HIC 0620845 & Insured 

B&B Enterprise 

Free Estimates. 

NOW BOOKING SPRING CLEANUPS. 

(860) 938-6878 

Gutter 

Cleaning 

• 

Lawn 

Mowing 

Painting & Wallpapering 

ERSHENA’S PAINTING 

&HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

Paving 

PAINTING 

If you’re going to spend it, 

get it done right. 

377-6222 • Jeff Child 

License #’s • CT 606517 • MA 152615 

AS ALWAYS ESTIMATES FREE! 

20+ YEARS EXPERIENCE 

FULLY LICENSED &INSURED 

References Available 

Call Paul 

at 860-450-1723 

Victor & Sons Co. 

Wallpapering/Painting Specialists 

Since 1979 

Commercial & 

Residential Experience 

860-974-1548 

860-208-7269 

Structural 

Restoration 

Construction 

Services 

Lic. #571283 

“C” the Difference 

• New Homes 

• All Types of 

Remodeling 

• Bobcat Service 

Concrete 

Services 

Stamped Crete 

Earth First Construction LLC 

David A. Fuss 

www.earthfirstconstructionllc.com 

860-774-0609 

• Brush Hog Service 

• Excavation 

• Septic Systems 

• Core Drilling 

Leo P. Chagnon, Owner 

Phone: 860 974-2532 

Fax: 860 974-3641 “Over 25 Years Experience” 

lchagnoncon@aol.com 

Licensed and Insured in CT, MA & RI 

Garages 

Additions 

Excavation 

Affordable 

garage door 

Repair Service 

860-315-2181 

Repair on ALL Makes & Models of 

Garage Doors & Openers 

Brooklyn, CT 

Lic # CT HIC0621373 

Bob Rainey 

Category 

General Contracting 

Fully Insured 






860-928-1818 

Country Landscape 

& Tree L.L.C. 

Enhancing the seasonal quality 

of your property. 

Daniel Driscoll 

100 Ashford Road 

Ashford, CT 06278 • (860) 315-7584 

M&C LANDSCAPING AND LAWN CARE 

LAWN MOWING, TREE REMOVAL, 

SHRUB TRIMMING, SAND/LEAF REMOVAL 

LANDSCAPING OF ALL KINDS... 

DRIVEWAY SEALCOATING ALSO... 

NO JOB TOO SMALL... FREE ESTIMATES.... 

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS! 

M&C LANDSCAPING 

Owner Mike Chauvin 

Cell 1-860-617-2304 

email: mikechauvin@yahoo.com 

Septic Systems/Excavation 

LEONARD ZADORA & SONS, LLC 

SEPTIC SYSTEMS & EXCAVATION 

FREE ESTIMATE 

• New & Repaired Septic Systems • Landscaping 

• Stumping • Drainage Systems • Sewer Connections 

• Frost Walls • Cellar Holes • Snow Plowing 

• Loam • Sand • Gravel • Fill 

860-774-1737 

108 Thompson Pike, Dayville, CT 06241 

40 Years Experience • Licensed & Insured 

Waste Management 

Michael’s Home 

Improvement 

Kitchens, Baths, Siding, Decks, 

No Job Too Small!! 

Licensed and Insured in CT #563242 

963-1196 

Now Accepting 

Roger's Flooring 

& Remodeling Services 

CAMPERS & RV’S 

Need new carpet, vinyl, or laminate flooring 

for your camper, give me a call. 

I’ll come to the campground or your home. 

Roger Daigle 

860-942-4112 

15 years experience 

Insured License # 615153 

“Preferred Choice in Hardscaping” 

WWW.GETTLS.COM 

Addam Schaetzle 

860-774-2240 

• Paver Patios and Walkways 

• Retaining Walls 

• Stone Work • Landscaping 

LET YOUR NEIGHBORS KNOW 

YOU’RE OUT THERE. 

ADVERTISE ON THIS WEEKLY PAGE 

FEATURING LOCAL BUSINESS. 

Landscaping Supplies 

Mulches and More 

Dark Pine • Hemlock • Spruce 

Red & Natural Cedar • Black 

Topsoil • Compost 

- DELIVERED- 

(860) 377-9908 or (860) 637-4339 

Wildlife Control 

(860) 230-0310 • (860) 334-3901 

Providing 24 hour Services for the following: 

Removal of Bats, Raccoon, Skunk, Opossum, 

Woodchuck, Squirrel, Snake, Rodents, Birds, 

Muskrat, Beaver, and Carcasses

OBITUARIES are published at no charge. 

E-mail notices to sjarvis@villagernewspapers.com, 

or fax them to (860) 928-5946. 

Photos are welcome in JPEG format. 


OBITUARIES 


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BROOKLYN — Agnes E. Bernier, 91, of 

Grant Hill Road died Saturday, May 2, at 

Haven Health Center in Danielson. 

She was the wife of 67 years of Robert E. 

Bernier. They were married May 30, 1941, at 

St. James Church in Danielson. 

In addition to her husband, she leaves two 

brothers, Bernard Chartier of Dayville and 

Albert Chartier of East Killingly; two grandchildren, 

Jean Paul Bernier of Pomfret and 

Dawn Marie Sorel of Brooklyn; four greatgrandchildren; 

and many nieces and 

nephews. 

She was predeceased by a son, Anthony C. 

Bernier; four brothers, Henry, Leo, John and 

Roma; and six sisters, Madeleine Brodeur, 

Anita St. Germaine, Adrienne Beauchemin, 

Julienne Chartier, Cecile Chartier and 

Yolande Chartier. 

THOMPSON — Amy Lee 

Wood, 42, died May 2, at her 

home at Carriage Square 

due to complications of diabetes. 

She leaves her son, 

Christopher Wood, of 

Dudley, Mass.; her parents, 

Edgar and Louise Lavigne, 

of Thompson; her sister, Lisa LaRochelle, of 

Putnam, and her two nieces, Robin and Sara. 

Miss Wood graduated from Tourtellotte 

Memorial High School, attended Quinebaug 

Valley Community College and graduated 

with a LPN certificate from the Windham 

Regional Technical School. She worked at 

several nursing homes, including her 

Agnes Bernier, 91 

Amy Lee Wood, 42 

Born April 25, 1918, in Brooklyn, she was 

the daughter of the late Victorien and 

Adelaide (Bernier) Chartier. She attended St. 

James School. 

Upon completion of her education, Mrs. 

Bernier worked in the textile industry as a 

weaver for 34 years. She was a devoted wife, 

mother and grandmother. She enjoyed 

sewing and knitting. A member of the Ladies 

of St. Anne, she was a communicant of St. 

James Church in Danielson. 

Following cremation, a Mass of Christian 

Burial was held Friday, May 8, at St. James 

Church in Danielson. Burial was in Holy 

Cross Cemetery, Danielson. Gagnon-Costello 

Funeral Home, of Danielson, was in charge 

of arrangements. 

favorite, the Provincial House in Putnam. 

Her compassion for the sick and elderly was 

always foremost, and her smile and laughter 

will be missed by many. She enjoyed painting 

large and small statues, murals for classrooms 

and even a large scene for the Putnam 

light parade. 

At her request, the burial will be private at 

the family’s convenience. Smith and Walker 

Funeral Home, of Putnam, is in charge of 

the arrangements. 

Donations may be made in her memory to 

the Community Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 

874, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255. 

To share a memory, “light a candle” at 

www.smithandwalkerfh.com. 

Barbara Tillinghast Jones, 88 

PUTNAM — Clara Blanche Matteson, 94, 

passed away May 9 at Matulitis Nursing 

Home. 

She was predeceased by her husband, 

Warren Matteson; her two sisters, Josephine 

Lamoureux and Rowena Dumas; and a 

nephew, Richard Dumas. She leaves two 

nephews, Joseph Dumas of North 

Grosvenordale and Ronald Dumas of 

Dayville, and one niece, Deborah Audet of 

New Jersey. 

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Barbara T. Jones, 

88, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 2, 

at the Presbyterian Home in Summerville, 

S.C., her residence for the past 18 years. 

She was the wife of the late Ralph Jones, 

whom she married Oct. 9, 1964, in 

Washington, D.C. He died in 1999. 

Surviving family members include Diane 

Jones Richards and her husband Bill of 

Florida; and nephews Avery and Cynthia 

Tillinghast of Canterbury, Andrew and 

Elaine Tillinghast of Danielson, John and 

Diane Tillinghast of Hampton, Wesley and 

Elaine Sargent of Wethersfield, and William 

and Edna Sargent of The Villages, Fla. 

She was predeceased by her brother, 

Richard A. Tillinghast, and sisters Frances 

Tillinghast and Mildred Sargent. 

Born April 23, 1921, in Danielson, Conn., 

she was the youngest daughter of the late 

Everett T. and Agnes (Bliven) Tillinghast of 

Danielson. 

Ms. Jones was a graduate of Killingly High 

School in Danielson and Mary Washington 

College in Virginia and received her master’s 

degree in dietary science from Columbia 

University, the first member of her family to 

attain that level of advanced education. 

Her career in dietary science and management 

led her to many professional opportunities, 

including government food inspector 

during World War II, cafeteria director for 

Windham High School, Dartmouth College 

food service director, consultant for a major 

food distributor in Pittsburgh, food production 

manager for the Marriott Hotel restaurants 

in Washington, D.C, dietary director 

for the Rhode Island penal system and therapeutic 

dietician for Roper Hospital in 

Charleston, S.C. Mr. Jones also worked with 

the Marriott Company they owned a Roy 

Rogers Restaurant franchise in Newport, R.I. 

The Joneses retired to Mt. Pleasant, S.C., in 

1980. Eventually they moved to the 

Presbyterian Home in Summerville, S.C., 

where they enjoyed the friendship of many 

acquaintances who lived in cottages similar 

to theirs. 

Mrs. Jones volunteered numerous hours 

for the Alston Middle School Library and 

Main Office in Summerville and was honored 

for her extensive service by the state of 

South Carolina, which awarded its prestigious 

Palmetto Award to her in 2000. She also 

volunteered time at the Home’s health center. 

She leaves many friends from the Home and 

Alston School, including Pat McTeer, who 

was her healthcare advocate and companion; 

Home residents Dorothy Brown and Jean 

Wattley; Alston Library coordinator Gin-G 

Edwards; and Alston office person Nancy 

Brown and staff. Also to be recognized for 

their caring love and support are the many 

members of the Home’s health care nursing 

staff who cared for Mrs. Jones during her 

final years in that unit. 

Memorial services celebrating her life will 

be held at the family’s convenience. 

Tillinghast Funeral Home, of Danielson, was 

in charge of arrangements. 

Those wishing to donate to the Barbara T. 

Jones Memorial Fund to benefit Alston 

Middle School may send gifts to Treasurer 

Avery Tillinghast at 511 Brooklyn Road, 

Canterbury, CT 06331. 

Clara Blanche Matteson, 94 

CANTERBURY — Roy W. Rautio, 82, of 

Elmdale Road, entered into eternal rest May 

7, peacefully surrounded by his family, at Day 

Kimball Hospital in Putnam. 

He was the beloved husband of the late 

Gertrude Ellen (Hansen) Rautio, who passed 

away in 1984. 

He leaves two sons, Robert W. Rautio of 

Brooklyn and John E. Rautio of Jewett City; 

a daughter, Liisa Rautio, of Brooklyn; grandchildren 

Robert, Donna, Karl, Ellen, Jack 

and Constance; many extended family members; 

and his cherished companion of many 

years, Eileen Fritz. 

He was predeceased by a son, Karl Marc. 

The son of the late William and Anja 

(Nyroos) Rautio, he was born March 15, 1927, 

in Jersey City, N.J. 

Mr. Rautio served in the United States 

Roy W. Rautio, 82 

Mrs. Matteson was born Oct. 17, 1915, and 

lived most of her life in Rhode Island. She 

formerly lived at Ella Grasso before going to 

Matulitis. She worked for 20 years at the 

Ladd School in Rhode Island, a residential 

facility for the mentally challenged. 

While living in Connecticut, she enjoyed 

many years of travel with friends. 

A graveside service will be held Saturday, 

May 16, in Rhode Island. 

Marine Corps during the 

Korean Conflict and was 

awarded the National Defense 

Medal. After earning an honorable 

discharge, he worked as an 

installer for AT&T for 41 years, 

retiring in 1987. 

A member of the First Congregational 

Church of Canterbury and the Finnish 

American Heritage Society, Mr. Rautio was a 

charter member of the Canterbury Lions, 

served as chairman of the Canterbury 

Democratic Town Committee, was a member 

of the Board of Finance, and served as constable, 

a justice of the peace and a 4-H leader. 

A memorial service was held at the First 

Congregational Church of Canterbury, on 

the green, with military honors. Burial was 

in Dean Cemetery in Canterbury. Tillinghast 

Funeral Home, of 

Central Village, was 

in charge of arrangements. 

In lieu of flowers, 

donations in his 

memory may be 

made to the 

Defibrillator Fund, 

Windham/Tolland 4- 

H Camp, 326 Taft 

Pond Road, Pomfret 

Center, CT 06259. 

WINCHESTER, Ky. — Dora (Richardson) 

(Stadig) Cecere, 81, passed away at 3:05 p.m. 

May 6 at the Winchester Center for Health 

and Rehabilitation in Kentucky. 

A lifelong resident of Brooklyn, Killingly 

and Plainfield, Conn., she was the daughter 

of the late George and Mary Richardson. 

She was raised in the Church of the 

Nazarene and had a strong faith in the Lord 

Jesus Christ. This was evident to all who met 

her, as she, a sole provider for many years, 

raised her six children, Lawrence Stadig of 

Webster, Mass., Alayne Fleming of 

Versailles, Ky., Ralph Stadig of East Haven, 

WILLIMANTIC — Ellen 

Elizabeth Pasay, 28, of 

Spring Street, died at home 

May 7 after a long battle 

with mental illness. 

Born in Boston, Mass., 

she was the daughter of 

Anne Burke, of Mansfield 

Center, and Gary Pasay, of 

Plymouth. 

In addition to her parents, she leaves her 

father’s partner, Rett Maintanis, of 

Plymouth; her mother’s partner, James 

Soussounis, of Mansfield Center; and her 

many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 

She was the maternal granddaughter of 

the late Mary and Richard Burke. 

Miss Pasay was a 1999 graduate of the 

PUTNAM — Ethelyn I. 

Favreau, 88, of Ballou Street, 

Putnam, passed away 

Tuesday, May 5, at Day 

Kimball Hospital in Putnam, 

surrounded by her loved 

ones. 

She was the wife of 

Norman Favreau, who died in 1969. 

A loving mother, grandmother and aunt, 

she will be greatly missed by her son, 

Michael Favreau, and his wife Elizabeth, of 

Pomfret; grandchildren Christopher 

Favreau and Nicole Favreau of Pomfret and 

Gabriele Hall of Pomfret; sister-in-law 

Virginia Favreault of Maryland; nieces 

Priscilla Golas of North Carolina, Norma 

Webster and her husband Butch of Central 

Village, Patricia Webb of South Carolina and 

Brenda Seek of Maryland; a nephew, Paul 

Dora Cecere, 81 

Ellen E. Pasay 

Ethelyn I. Favreau, 88 

WEBSTER, Mass. — 

Constance E. “Connie” 

(Daniels) Malboeuf, 83, formerly 

of Golden Heights, 

died Thursday, May 7, in 

Webster Manor. 

Her husband of 46 years, 

Norman H. “Babe” 

Malboeuf, died in 1993. 

She leaves two granddaughters, her caregiver 

Lisa A. Slauenwhite and her husband 

Randall G. of Oxford, and Tammy J. 

Malboeuf of Putnam, Conn.; five greatgrandchildren; 

two sisters, Rita Sokolowski 

and Ruth “Putsie” Hughes and her husband 

John, all of Webster; nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her son, 

Norman “Danny” Malboeuf, in 1999; by her 

sisters, Jane Dardeen and Theresa “Terry” 

Gignac; and by her brothers, Roger and 

Robert Daniels. 

The daughter of Benjamin and Ruth 

Conn., Charles Stadig (who predeceased her), 

Andrew Stadig of Plainfield, Conn., and 

Kathy Beaudoin of Dayville, Conn. She was a 

proud grandmother of 11, great-grandmother 

of six and a foster mother to many. 

At her request, a memorial service will be 

held at a later date in Connecticut. All those 

whose own lives have been enriched by her 

grace, kindness and compassion are invited 

to join the family for a celebration of her 

memory and her legacy. Those who wish to 

participate may contact Andrew Stadig, of 16 

Basley Road, Danielson, CT 06239. 

Pomfret School and had currently been a 

visual arts student at Eastern Connecticut 

State University in Willimantic. She 

expressed her creativity through drawing, 

sculpting and painting in both oils and 

acrylics. She enjoyed gardening and hiking 

and loved spending time with children. 

A memorial service was held Wednesday, 

May 13, in the Johnson Community Room of 

the J. Eugene Smith Library on the campus 

of Eastern Connecticut State University. 

Arrangements were entrusted to the Gilman 

Funeral Home. 

Memorial donations may be made to the 

Ellen E. Pasay Memorial Fund, c/o Windham 

Area Arts Collaborative, Attn: Peter 

Polomski, P.O. Box 42, Willimantic, CT 06226. 

Favreault, of Maryland; and a great-nephew, 

William Webster, of Central Village. 

Born Nov. 6, 1920, she was the daughter of 

Charles and Mattie (Skinner) Paul. 

Mrs. Favreau worked many years at 

American Optical, retiring in 1983. She 

shared her love for the Red Sox with her family. 

She faithfully attended her grandchildren’s 

and great nephews’ school and sporting 

events. 

A graveside service was held Tuesday, May 

19, at Grove Street Cemetery in Putnam. 

Arrangements were handled by the Smith & 

Walker Funeral Home of Putnam. 

Memorial donations may be made in her 

memory to the Hole in the Wall Gang Fund, 

565 Ashford Center Road, Ashford, CT 06278- 

1720. 

To share a memory, light a candle at 

www.smithandwalkerfh.com. 

Constance E. Malboeuf, 83 

SOUTHBRIDGE, Mass. 

— Frances M. (Patenaude) 

Freeland, 76, of 

Southbridge, died Saturday, 

May, 9, at St. Vincent 

Hospital in Worcester, following 

a brief illness. 


Raymond E. Freeland, to 

whom she had been married for more than 42 

years. 

In addition to her husband, she leaves a 

son, Frank McLean, of Woodstock, Conn.; a 

daughter, Elaine “Cookie” Dimetri, of 

Southbridge; a brother, Edward Patenaude, 

of Springfield; two grandsons, Bryan and 

Paul Dimetri; and one great-granddaughter, 

Emma Dimetri. 

Frances M. Freeland 

Norma Butts, 77 

(Biggett) Daniels, she was born in 

Framingham and raised in Webster. She was 

a lifelong resident. 

Mrs. Malboeuf first worked as a laster at 

Webster Shoe Co. and then at Anglo Fabrics 

Co. before retiring in 1985. Her interests were 

crocheting, card playing and weekly shopping 

trips. 

The family would like to thank the staff at 

Webster Manor for their compassionate care 

and attention to Connie. 

The funeral was held Thursday, May 14, at 

the Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, 

with a Mass at St. Louis Church. Burial was 

in St. Anthony’s Cemetery. 

Donations in her name may be made to 

either the Webster Manor Patient Activities 

Fund, 745 School St., Webster, MA 01570 or to 

the Webster-Dudley Boys and Girls Club, 55 

Oxford Ave., Dudley, MA 01571. 

She was born in Springfield and was the 

daughter of the late Cyrille and Bertha 

(Grendolski) Patenaude. 

Mrs. Freeland worked at the American 

Optical Co. for more than 27 years as a quality 

control inspector. She was an avid gardener 

and especially enjoyed spending time with 

her family. She also enjoyed yard sales and 

flea markets. 

Her funeral was held Wednesday, May 13, 

at the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, with a 

Mass at St. Mary’s Church, both in 

Southbridge. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made 

to Spencer Animal Control, 22 Norcross 

Road, Spencer, MA 01562. 

WOODSTOCK — Norma 

“Ma” Butts, 77, of Paine 

Road, Woodstock, passed 

away Wednesday, May 6, 

with her family at her side 

at home after a long illness. 


Richard Butts, who died in 

2000. 

She leaves her children, Donna Corriveau 

of New York, Mav Butts of Woodstock, Chris 

Butts of Dayville, Leo Butts of Grand Isle, 

Vt., Tara Lamontagne of Woodstock, Pam 

Adamuska of Thompson, Wendy Racine of 

Quinebaug, Cory Butts of Grand Isle, Vt., 

Tracy Butts of Woodstock, Karen Costa of 

Hadley, Mass., Crystal Greene of Dayville 

and Jonathan Butts of Woodstock; a brother, 

Francis Crabtree, of Arizona; 45 grandchildren; 

21 great-grandchildren and many dear 

friends. 

She was predeceased by her sons, Gary 

Butts, Brian Butts and Robert Butts, and a 

brother, Walter Crabtree. 

The daughter of the late Francis and 

Berdella (Brownlie) Crabtree, she was born 

Jan. 5, 1932 in Putnam. 

Mrs. Butts was a lifetime farmer beside 

her husband and was known as the Roast 

Beef Lady. She was president of the PNA of 

Dudley and a lifetime member of PACC. 

The funeral was private. Smith and Walker 

Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 

To share a memory with her family, “light 

a candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com.


RELIGION 

Would government fund modern-day slavery? 

Amid the clamor of those 

groping for government 

handouts are a couple of 

unexpected petitioners. “… Adultentertainment 

moguls Larry 

Flynt and Joe Francis said 

Wednesday that they are asking 

Washington for a $5 billion federal 

bailout, claiming that the porn 

business is suffering from the soft 

economy. … The request, Francis 

said, was being made in a letter to 

Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., and 

Treasury Secretary Henry 

Paulson. The $5 billion figure, he 

said, reflects the decline in U.S. 

adult-entertainment-industry revenue 

from $18 billion three years 

ago” (Kevin Modesti of the LA 

Daily News, Thursday, Jan. 8). 

Surely they jest! How could 

such an inhumane industry even 

be considered for government 

assistance? Pornography is a type 

of modern-day slavery; it enslaves 

the viewed and the viewers. Just 

as prospective masters used to 

look at the teeth, the muscle tone 

BEYOND 

THE PEWS 

JOHN 

HANSON 

and the attractiveness of the 

humans they traded, modern consumers 

browse magazines, 

movies and the Internet looking at 

body parts and lewd behavior they 

can purchase. Those who pose are 

literally selling their bodies, and 

those who watch often find that 

their minds and emotions become 

addicted (enslaved) to it. 

Admittedly, some of these sex 

objects are in the business of 

their own free will. However, 

many are doing it because of their 

desperate financial straits, and 

some (especially children and 

teens) are doing it because they 

have no choice. Wouldn’t it be 

rather hypocritical for America to 

celebrate its decency and sensitivity 

to civil rights and then financially 

underwrite pornography? 

Pornography is one of the 

largest industries of our day. 

Morally speaking, it is just as 

despicable as the slumlords, 

sweatshop owners and slave 

traders of yesteryear. This industry 

is dumping more toxic waste 

into the streams of society than 

all the factories in the world are 

dumping into our physical waterways. 

If the industry is waning, 

we would do well to let it fail. 

After all, any self-respecting society 

doesn’t encourage its citizens 

to parade their nakedness and 

gawk at the nakedness of others. 

Women should be especially 

offended by this business. Many 

readers will agree with Raymond 

Woodward who wrote: Women 

who have failed to condemn 

pornography have “unwittingly 

aided the most heinous assault 

against the female gender ever 

devised in the pits of hell. … It is a 

virus that kills intimacy, dignity, 

reality and spirituality. It snuffs 

out the soul of everyone it touches, 

because it reduces humanity to 

a commodity to be used. … Gary 

Brooks, a psychologist who studies 

pornography at A&M 

University, has demonstrated that 

even ‘soft-core’ pornography has a 

very negative effect on men 

because ‘it’s voyeurism — it teaches 

men to view women as objects 

rather than to be in relationships 

with women as human beings’” 

(the Pentecostal Herald). 

I Thessalonians 4:3 and I 

Corinthians 6:18 advise us to “flee 

fornication” (sex outside of biblical 

marriage), not because it is a 

forbidden joy, but because it is 

slavery. If you are bound by 

pornography, it might be an 

encouragement to know that 

many people have been set free. 

The key is to get to know God intimately. 

Let him give you a life of 

dignity and self-respect by means 

of his unconditional love. 

On Sept. 22, 1862, President 

Abraham Lincoln issued the 

Emancipation Proclamation, 

which freed slaves in Confederate 

states. We celebrate that legislation, 

and we should. But, it is high 

time for emancipation from the 

slavery of pornography. Men, 

treat your wives, daughters and 

girlfriends with respect and dignity. 

Women, do the same for the 

men in your life. Emancipate your 

mind. Emancipate children and 

young people who are selling their 

bodies and souls. Don’t buy the 

stuff and ask your government 

not to underwrite those who do. 

That is all it would take to bankrupt 

this whole system of slavery. 

Bishop John W. Hanson is the 

pastor of Acts II Ministries in 

Thompson. Please visit 

www.ActsII.org for more information 

on being set free. 

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Leonard A. Balcunas Sr., 85 

PUTNAM — Leonard A. 

Balcunas Sr., 85, of School 

Street, died Sunday, April 

26, at home. 

He was the loving husband 

of the late Ruth 

(Lundgren) Balcunas. 

Born in Worcester, Mass., 

he was the son of the late 

John and Pauline (Troupis) Balcunas. 

Mr. Balcunas owned and operated the 

Church Street Package Store. He also worked 

in the shipping department for Table Talk 

Bakeries. He was a World War II Army veteran. 

He was a member of the Putnam Elks 

Lodge and the Albert Breault VFW Post 1523. 

He liked to fish and enjoyed collecting. He 

began “recycling” long before it was fashionable. 

He is survived by his sons, Leonard 

Balcunas Jr. of Putnam and John Balcunas 

PUTNAM — Paul F. Guertin, 60, of 

Chassey Street, Putnam, died at home 

Thursday, May 7, surrounded by his loving 

family, after a long battle with cancer. 

He was the beloved husband of Cindy 

(Nieviedgal) Guertin. They were married 

Sept. 6, 1975, in Sacred Heart Church in 

Thompson. 

In addition to his wife, he leaves his daughter, 

Stacey Guertin, of Ledyard; his brothers, 

Robert Guertin of Putnam, Michael Guertin 

and his wife Susan of Clinton, and Gary 

Guertin and his wife Elaine of Thompson; 

and several aunts, uncles, nieces and 

nephews, including a special aunt, Theresa 

Alexander of Putnam. 

The son of the late Ernest and Elizabeth 

(Lamontagne) Guertin, he was born April 12, 

1949, in Putnam. He had made his home in 

Putnam all his life. 

Mr. Guertin was a veteran of the Vietnam 

War who served with the U.S. Army. He 

worked as a lead custodian at the University 

of Connecticut for 25 years, retiring in July 

2008. 

DANIELSON — Lillian J. Maki, 81, of 

Katherine Avenue, died Tuesday, May 5, at 

Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam. 

She was the wife of Roy Maki, who died 

Dec. 31, 1990. They were married Feb. 11, 1950. 

She leaves her son, Larry R. Maki, and his 

wife Karen of Storrs, and her friends, Brigid 

and Richard Gore of Danielson. 

The daughter of the late Jennie Olson and 

Harry Bjork, she was born March 15, 1928, in 

New York City. She was a graduate of 

Paul F. Guertin, 60 

Lillian J. Maki, 81 

OBITUARIES 

of Oxford, Mass.; his daughters, 

Paula Balcunas of 

Putnam, Audrey Place and her 

husband Richard “Pete” of 

Putnam, and Iris Stinson and 

her husband Jeffrey of 

Carlisle, Pa.; his sister, Albina 

Balcunas, of Leicester, Mass.; 

seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 

He was predeceased by his brothers, the 

late Steven and Vito Balcunas; his sister, the 

late Aldonna Buchyn; and his grandson, the 

late Leonard Balcunas III. 

The funeral was held Thursday, April 30, at 

the Gilman Funeral Home in Putnam. Burial 

with military honors followed in St. Mary 

Cemetery. 

The family would like to acknowledge, 

with grateful appreciation, the kind expression 

of sympathy shown by all. 

An avid fan of all UCONN 

sports, Mr. Guertin was known 

in his neighborhood for his 

well cared for vegetable garden, 

in which he took great pride. 

He would share his vegetables 

with his family, friends and 

neighbors. He also took great care of his 

yard, enjoyed working outside and was a well 

known Mr. Fix-it. He always had time for his 

family and will be remembered as a loving 

and caring husband, father and brother. 

The funeral was held Monday, May 11, at 

the Smith and Walker Funeral Home, followed 

by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. 

Mary Church of the Visitation, both in 

Putnam. Burial with military honors was in 

St. Mary Cemetery in Putnam. 

Donations may be made in his memory to 

Hospice of Northeast Connecticut, P.O. Box 

632, Putnam, CT 06260. 

To share a memory with his family, “light a 

candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com. 

Killingly High School 1947. 

Mrs. Maki was an accountant at various 

manufacturing companies and was last 

employed at Pallflex in Putnam. 

The funeral was held Saturday, May 9, at 

Tillinghast Funeral Home in Danielson. 

Burial was in South Cemetery in Brooklyn. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory 

may be made to Northeastern Connecticut 

Animal Rescue Inc., P.O. Box 362, Storrs, CT 

06268. 

DANIELSON — Marvin L. Fox, 86, of 

Danielson, beloved husband for 63 years of 

Hope I. (Livingston) Fox, died at Day Kimball 

Hospital Wednesday, May 6, due to heart failure. 

In addition to his wife, he leaves three children, 

nine grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren: 

his daughter Shirley (Fox) 

Thompson and her daughter Shannon of 

Danielson, and her son William, wife 

Samantha and daughters, Madison and 

McKenzie of Navarre, Fla.; his son Roy Fox 

and wife Beth (Glockner) and their children, 

Devon and Brittany of Hopedale, Mass., and 

Seth of Portland, Maine; and his son Thomas 

Fox and wife Marie (Mora) of Seekonk, 

Mass., and their children Zebulon, wife 

Stephanie and son Bronson of New Bedford, 

Mass., Kyle of Los Angeles, Calif., Brian, his 

wife Clarissa and sons Evan, Ethan and Nick 

of Warwick, R.I., and Scott of Massachusetts. 

He also leaves one brother, Gene Fox, and his 

family; one sister, Marilyn (Fox) Hoffmann, 

and her family; and numerous nieces and 

nephews living around the United States. 

He was predeceased by four brothers, 

William, LeRoy, Robert and Donald Fox, and 

one sister, Virginia (Fox) Boyle. 

He was born March 14, 1923, in Chicago, 

PUTNAM — Lillian H. Brousseau, 92, of 

Rhode Island Line Road, Putnam, died 

Saturday, May 9, at Haven Health in 

Danielson after a long battle with 

Alzheimer’s. 

She leaves several nieces and nephews and 

was predeceased by her siblings, Yvonne 

Bonneville, Rose Basley, Gertrude Brouchu, 

Marion LaChance, Bertha Goulet and 

Adelard Brousseau. 

She was born Aug. 6, 1916, in Whitinsville, 

Mass., and was the daughter of Adelard and 

Marie (Chasseau) Brousseau. 

Miss Brousseau 

had worked for 

Belding Hemingway 

and 

Hale 

Manufacturing and 

as a home health aide 

for Northeast 

Homemakers. She 

made her home in 

Putnam most of her 

life and was a communicant 

of St. Mary 

Church of the 

Visitation. A member 

of the Putnam VFW 

Ladies Auxiliary, she 

loved gardening and 

working around her 

home. 

Her funeral was 

held Tuesday, May 12, 

at the Smith and 

Walker Funeral 

Marvin L. Fox, 86 

Ill., and was one of eight children 

of the late William J. Fox 

Sr. and Florence Mae (Lefebve). 

He resided in Maywood, Ill., 

until he graduated from 

Proviso High School, and then 

served in the U.S. Navy during 

World War II. 

Mr. Fox was employed in the trucking 

industry, advancing to manager of White 

Motor Co., until retiring to move to Lake 

Alexander in Dayville. He had part-time 

security guard jobs and then worked at 

Creamery Brook Retirement Village in 

Brooklyn at the front desk. 

Acting as a concerned citizen, Mr. Fox was 

involved in Killingly politics, voicing his 

opinion at town meetings. Since 1999, he had 

volunteered at Day Kimball Hospital, where 

he served for 3718 hours. 

A celebration of life memorial service was 

held Friday, May 15, followed by presentation 

of military honors, at Tillinghast Funeral 

Home in Danielson. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory 

may be made to the Chaplaincy Fund at Day 

Kimball Hospital, P.O. Box 632, 320 Pomfret 

St., Putnam, CT 06260. 

Lillian H. Brousseau, 92 

Home, followed by a Mass of Christian 

Burial at St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 

both in Putnam. Burial was in St. Mary 

Cemetery in Putnam. 

Donations may be made in her memory to 

the Alzheimer’s Association, 4 Broadway, 

Norwich, CT 06360. 

To share a memory with her family, “light 

a candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com. 

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FOURTH ANNUAL 90-BIRD DAY will be 

held from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Connecticut 

Audubon Society, 189 Pomfret St. (Route 169), 

Pomfret Center. The goal is to hear or see at 

least 90 species of birds in nine hours or less. 

Many locations within a 10-mile radius will 

be visited. Bring lunch, drinks and a snack. 

Fee is $20 for CAS members and $35 for nonmembers. 

Registration is recommended. 

Call 928-4948 to sign up. 

FRIDAY 

May 15 

MOM’S CLUB OF KILLINGLY & PUT- 

NAM OPEN HOUSE will be held from 10:30 

a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Owen Bell Playground. 

Come celebrate the group’s fourth birthday 

as the MOMS Club of Killingly and Putnam 

(MOMS = Moms Offering Moms Support). 

Stay-at-home or part-time working moms 

who are looking for a support group that 

offers fun activities for both kids and moms 

are invited. There will be a clown, fun activities 

and food. For more information or to 

RSVP, please call Maureen at 779-0658. 

Donations of art and craft items being 

accepted that day for the group’s community 

service project for the Hartford Children’s 

Hospital. 

ITALIAN DINNER will be held from 5 to 7 

p.m. at the American Legion Post 67, Route 

200, North Grosvenordale. Tickets are $8 per 

person and are available at the bar by calling 

923-9203 or at the door. Take-outs will be 

available. Proceeds will benefit fellow Post 

Legionnaires. 

THIRD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRA- 

TION/‘CELEBRATING CREATIVITY’ 

EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION will 

be held from 5 to 8 p.m. at Celebrations 

Gallery & Shoppes, 330 Pomfret St. (Route 

169), Pomfret Center. The exhibit, on display 

through June 28, will showcase a colorful 

and diverse art collection, including 

acrylics, watercolors, printmaking, oils, 

fused glass, hand-blown glass, photography, 

Japanese wood cuts, mosaics, mixed media 

collage, jewelry, encaustics, pottery, textile 

art and more. Enjoy complimentary refreshments 

and the opportunity to meet the 

artists at the opening reception. Guests will 

also get to vote for a “Best of Show” prize; 

the winner will receive three months free 

partnership in the gallery. All are welcome to 

these free events. 

‘ARSENIC AND OLD LACE’ will be performed 

at 7:30 p.m. in the Putnam High 

School auditorium. Tickets are $8 for adults 

and $5 for students and will be available at 

the door. The rollicking student performed 

comedy is about the eccentric Brewster family, 

which includes two sweet serial murdering 

aunts, Teddy, who has delusions of Teddy 

Roosevelt, and Mortimer, who desperately 

tries to sort out the mystery of frequently 

appearing dead bodies. 

‘PIPPIN’ WILL BE PRESENTED AT 7 P.M. 

AT MARIANAPOLIS PREPARATORY 

SCHOOL. THE PLAY, FIRST INTRODUCED 

IN THE 1970S, IS A FICTIONAL ACCOUNT 

BASED ON HISTORICAL CHARACTERS 

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SATURDAY 

May 16 

YARD SALE will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 

p.m. at the Federated Church of Charlton, 64 

Main St., Charlton, Mass. Come and browse 

for great treasures and bargains. There will 

also be a snack bar for treats or a quick 

lunch. Proceeds will support the Youth 

Group’s mission to Philadelphia. 

PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2009 

PROJECT GRADUATION RAFFLE TICK- 

ET SALES will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 

p.m. at Rotary Park in Putnam. Please help 

the committee provide the PHS 2009 graduating 

class with a safe and alcohol-free graduation 

night. Raffle items include a 2009 Ford 

Focus, 42-inch Panasonic plasma TV or a 

$100 gas card. Tickets are $20 each. The raffle 

has been extended to May 30, when the ticket 

will be drawn at 4 p.m. at Putnam Rotary 

Park. 

BOOK SIGNING with Putnam native Steve 

Tetreault, author of “The Bear Dogs of 

Katahdin,” will begin at 10 a.m. at the 

Abington Social Library, 536 Hampton Road 

(Route 97 south at intersection of 44 and 97). 

In this collection of anecdotal stores, 

Tetreault describes his life as a new park 

ranger at Maine’s Baxter State Park, a 

wilderness area of more than 204,000 acres. 

Books will be available for purchase. 

ROAST PORK SUPPER will be held from 

4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist 

Church, 954 Riverside Drive, North 

Grosvenordale. Tickets are $9 for adults and 

$4.50 for children. Take-outs will be available. 

A bake sale will also be held. 

PET MICROCHIP CLINIC, sponsored by 

Pet Pals Northeast, a local animal rescue 

organization, will be held from 2 to 3:30 p.m. 

at the Quinebaug Valley Veterinary 

Hospital, Route 12, Danielson. Cost is $30 per 

animal, which includes microchip, implant 

and lifetime registration with HomeAgain 

Pet Recovery Service. For more information, 

contact Pet Pals at (860) 546-1280. 

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AMERICAN AND FAVORITE DOLL TEA 

will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sarah 

Williams Danielson Daughters of American 

Revolution (DAR) Chapter house, 36 Wolf 

Den Road, Brooklyn. Admission is $10 per 

person. There will be door prizes, basket 

chances to include an American Girl Doll 

Basket, a Parade of Dolls and doll clothes for 

sale. For reservations, please call Doris at 

(860) 774-0667 or Madaline at (860) 774-4548. 

‘OLD-TYME COUNTRY, BLUEGRASS, 

COMEDY VARIETY SHOW’ will begin at 

7:15 p.m. at the Senexet Grange, Route 169, 

Woodstock. The show will feature Chuck and 

Noreen Morgan, Paul Gallup, Real Gallant, 

Pete Shields, Rebecca Curtis, D & The 

Sundowners, Tim St. Jean and more all-time 

favorite guests. Donation is $5, and all proceeds 

will benefit the Senexet Grange. 

YARD SALE, to benefit Children’s Miracle 

Network, will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 

the Rite Aid Distribution Center parking lot, 

500 Forbes Road, Dayville. Table rental is $15, 

or free if making a donation to CMN. To 

reserve a table, call (860) 779-3731, ext. 5212. 

Anyone who spends a minimum of $10 at the 

yard sale will be entered in a raffle for $100. 

The drawing will be May 18, and winner will 

be notified. 

‘ARSENIC AND OLD LACE’ will be performed 

at 7:30 p.m. in the Putnam High 

School auditorium. Tickets are $8 for adults 

and $5 for students and will be available at 

the door. The rollicking student performed 

comedy is about the eccentric Brewster family, 

which includes two sweet serial murdering 

aunts, Teddy, who has delusions of Teddy 

Roosevelt, and Mortimer, who desperately 

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PUMPKIN HILL WALK, sponsored by the 

Connecticut Audubon Society, will begin at 8 

a.m. This is a large part of Connecticut state 

forestland in Chaplin. Andy Rzeznikiewicz 

will lead a bird watching group to numerous 

locations in the area. Cost is $7 for CAS members 

and $15 for non-members. Meet at the 

Audubon Center at 189 Pomfret St. in 

Pomfret Center. 

SUNDAY 

May 17 

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Mike Gallo, Seth Leary and Mark Leone play three of the jurors in Reginald Rose’s classic drama 

“Twelve Angry Men,” being presented by the Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley 

Playhouse, with performances May 15 and 16 at 8 p.m. and May and 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 

for adults and $12 for seniors and students and are available at Wonderland Books, 120 Main St., 

and Victoria Station Café, 91 Main St., both in Putnam. Reservations may be made with a major 

credit card online at www.bradleyplayhouse.org or by calling (860) 928-7887. Tickets may also be 

available at the door. All seating is general admission. The Bradley Playhouse is a nonprofit community 

theatre located at 30 Front St. (Route 44) in Putnam 

MAY CROWNING CEREMONY, hosted by 

the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, in conjunction 

with the Knights of Columbus Councils 

of Putnam and Danielson, will be held at 2 

p.m. at the Grotto/Arboretum at 72 Church 

St., Putnam. Join the Sisters and the Knights 

to honor Mary in this very special way as 

they pray for peace and justice in the world 

and raise their hearts in song and prayer. 

Refreshments will be provided. In case of 

inclement weather, the ceremony will be 

held indoors. For more information, please 

call (860) 928-0891, ext. 148. 

SALLY ROGERS AND STUDENTS will 

present a free concert at 2 p.m. at the Pomfret 

Town House in Pomfret. This event is sponsored 

by the Pomfret Historical Society. 

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until sold out under the tent at St. Joseph 

Church grounds, 18 Main St., North 

Grosvenordale. Dinners include barbecue 

chicken, salad with dressing, green beans, 

roll and butter, and only 250 dinners will be 

sold. Soda and beer will be available. 

Donation is $8 for adults and $6 for seniors 

over 65 and can be purchased at the rectory 

and St. Joseph School office, as well at the 

North Grosvenordale branch of Citizens 

National Bank, or contact Mike Gisleson at 

(860) 428-4211 (cell). While at the barbecue, 

enjoy the polka music of Dennis Polisky & 

Maestro’s Men from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. 

Proceeds will benefit St. Joseph Funfest 2009, 

which will be held Thursday, May 14, 

through Sunday, May 17, at St. Joseph School 

at Parish. For more information, call the rectory 

at (860) 923-2361. 

FOURTH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL 

POKER RUN will be held today, with registration 

at 8:30 am., blessing of the riders at 

9:30 a.m. and departure at 9:45 a.m. The 65- 

mile ride will leave from the St. Joseph 

School parking lot, 26 Main St., North 

Grosvenordale. Donation is $20 per bike/car 

and $35 with a passenger. Price includes fivecard 

poker hand and chicken barbecue. For 

more information, contact Scott Antonson at 

(860) 935-5961 (home) or (401) 439-0685 (cell). 

MONDAY 

May 18 

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP OF EAST- 

FORD meets every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. 

at the Congregational Church of Eastford, 8 

Church Road, Eastford. The group is open to 

all cancer patients, survivors, family members, 

etc. Those who are looking for a support 

group and have not found one that fits 

their needs are invited. For more information, 

contact Sandie at (860) 974-9925 or Carol 

at (860) 684-2007. 

‘ON GOLDEN POND’ will be shown at 1 

p.m. in the meeting room of the Thompson 

Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive, North 

Grosvenordale. For more information, call 

(860) 923-9779. 

TUESDAY 

May 19 

COMPUTER BASICS CLASS will be held at 

1 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225 

Kennedy Drive, Putnam. This class will help 

those unfamiliar with computers develop the 

skills they need to use the computer, conduct 

basic Internet searches, use an e-mail 

account and create documents using word 

processing. Please call the library at 963-6826 

to register for these free classes. 

BAY PATH COLLEGE INFORMATION 

SESSION about its One-Day-A-Week 

Saturday College for adult women will be 

held at 6 p.m. at the Central Massachusetts 

Campus, 242 Sturbridge Road (Route 20), 

Charlton. The session is free and open to 

women who are interested in completing 

their undergraduate college degree. To register, 

call (800) 495-7284 or (508) 248-5088, or e- 

mail sturbridge@baypath.edu. 

DISCUSSION OF ‘GIRLS OF TENDER 

AGE,’ by Mary-Ann Tirone Smith, a memoir 

by a Connecticut author about growing up in 

1950’s Hartford, will take place from 7 to 8:30 

p.m. at the Killingly Public Library and will 

be led by Faye Ringel. This free program is 

sponsored by the Connecticut Humanities 

Council as part of its Literature for a 

Lifetime program and Friends of the 

Killingly Public Library. To register or for 

more information, call (860) 779-5383. 

KILLINGLY HIGH SCHOOL SPRING 

SING, presented by the KHS choirs, will be 

held at 7 p.m. in the Killingly High School 

auditorium. Admission is $3. 

WEDNESDAY 

May 20 

LITTLE ONES STORY HOUR will be 

offered at 9:30 a.m. at the West Woodstock 

Library, at 5 Bungay Hill Connector in West 

Woodstock. It’s time to play, read, create and 

dance. Sitting still is not required! This program 

is for infants to 5 years old age range. 

There is no registration or fee required; 

please feel free to just drop in. Please see 

www.WestWoodstockLibrary.org or phone 

974-0376 for more details. 

HOME SCHOOLERS STORY HOUR will be 

offered at 10 a.m. at the West Woodstock 

Library, at 5 Bungay Hill Connector in West 

Woodstock. Students in pre-kindergarten 

through fourth grade are invited for stories, 

activities, games, songs and crafts. There is 

no registration or fee required; please feel 

free to just drop in. The program runs 

through March 25. Please see 

www.WestWoodstockLibrary.org or phone 

974-0376 for more details. 

BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 

MUSEUM OPENING for the 2009 season 

will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. with this year’s 

special exhibit, “More Vintage Views of 

Brooklyn.” “More Vintage Views of 

Brooklyn” is an exhibit of 19 th- and 20 th -century 

postcards and album photographs that 

take visitors on a journey to Brooklyn’s past. 




Putnam equestrian statue. The Daniel 

Putnam Tyler Law Office, located behind the 

museum building, will also open for the season 

at this time. Both museums will be open 

every Wednesday and Sunday thereafter 

through Sunday, Oct. 11, and by appointment 

throughout Walktober 2009. There is no 

admission charge for either museum. For 


‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN’ will be shown 

at 1:30 p.m. at the Pomfret Senior Center, 

located at Wolf Den Grange No. 61, 207 

Mashamoquet Road, Pomfret Center. For 


‘BOLT’ will be shown at the Thompson 

Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive, North 

Grosvenordale. This movie is rated PG and is 

96 minutes. Registration is not required. 

KILLINGLY HIGH SCHOOL ART SHOW 

OPENING will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in 

the KHS gymnasium. 

‘THE POWER OF THE PRESS 1858-1859: 

THE LINCOLN-DOUGLAS DEBATES’ will 

be presented from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Roseland 

Cottage, 556 Route 169, Woodstock, by 

Historic New England staff and guest lecturer 

Dr. Manish Sinha. Admission is free to 

Historic New England members and students, 

and $8 for nonmembers. Registration 

is recommended. Call Roseland Cottage at 

860-928-4074 for more information. 

THOMPSON RENEWABLE ENERGY 

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEET- 

ING will begin at 7 p.m. in the Merrill Seney 

Community Room at Thompson Town Hall. 

Guest speaker Paul LaFramboise, of 

LaFramboise Well Drilling, will present a 30- 

minute overview of geothermal systems for 

homes and businesses. A question-andanswer 

session will follow. For more information, 

call Robert Paton at (860) 268-3058 or 

e-mail robpaton@charter.net. 

THURSDAY 

May 21 

FOUR LECTURES ON REINCARNATION, 

lecture No. 3: “Edgar Cayce on 

Reincarnation,” will be presented by Dr. 

Robert Kirk from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Palmer Hall 

in the Woodstock Historical Society Building 

on Route 169 in Woodstock. Admission is 

free and open to the public. 

SARAH WILLIAMS DANIELSON CHAP- 

TER DAR MEETING will be held at 1 p.m. 

at the Chapter House, 36 Wolf Den Road, 

Brooklyn. The program will be “Birds in the 

Quiet Corner,” presented by the Audubon 

Society. 

‘THE LIFE AND TIMES OF A NEW ENG- 

LAND COLONIAL SOLDIER,’ sponsored 

by the Brooklyn Historical Society will be 

held at 7:30 p.m. at the Federated Church 

Chapel on Route 6. Veteran historical reenactors 

Bob and Melodye Whatley will 

make history come alive with their portrayals 

of a private serving in the Revolutionary 

War and his camp follower, perhaps the soldier’s 

wife or a woman hired by the army to 

cook, clean and sew for the men. There is no 

charge to attend this program, and complimentary 

refreshments will be served following 

the presentation. For more information 

call (860) 774-7728. 

BINGO will be offered at 1:30 p.m. at the 

Pomfret Senior Center, located at Wolf Den 

Grange No. 61, 207 Mashamoquet Road, 

Pomfret Center. For more information, call 

(860) 928-7459. 

SATURDAY 

May 23 

PUTNAM HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2009 

PROJECT GRADUATION RAFFLE TICK- 

ET SALES will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 

p.m. at Rotary Park in Putnam. Please help 

the committee provide the PHS 2009 graduating 

class with a safe and alcohol-free graduation 

night. Raffle items include a 2009 Ford 

Focus, 42-inch Panasonic plasma TV or a 

$100 gas card. Tickets are $20 each. The raffle 

has been extended to May 30, when the ticket 

will be drawn at 4 p.m. at Putnam Rotary 

Park. 

POLISH SUPPER will be held from 5 to 7 

p.m. at the Congregational Church of 

Putnam in the dining room (Livery Street 

entrance). Tickets are $9 for adults and $5 for 

children 12 and under and will be sold at the 

door, or call 928-4405. Take-outs will be available. 

SUNDAY 

May 24 

BROOKLYN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 

MUSEUM OPENING for the 2009 season 

will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. with this year’s 

special exhibit, “More Vintage Views of 

Brooklyn.” “More Vintage Views of 

Brooklyn” is an exhibit of 19 th- and 20 th -century 

postcards and album photographs that 

take visitors on a journey to Brooklyn’s past. 




Putnam equestrian statue. The Daniel 

Putnam Tyler Law Office, located behind the 

museum building, will also open for the season 

at this time. Both museums will be open 

every Wednesday and Sunday thereafter 

through Sunday, Oct. 11, and by appointment 

throughout Walktober 2009. There is no 

admission charge for either museum. For 


ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST will be 

shown from 8 to 11 a.m. at the American 

Legion Post 67, Route 200, North 

Grosvenordale. Cost is $6 per person. 

Proceeds will benefit scholarship funds. 

MONDAY 

May 25 

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP OF EAST- 

FORD meets every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. 

at the Congregational Church of Eastford, 8 

Church Road, Eastford. The group is open to 

all cancer patients, survivors, family members, 

etc. Those who are looking for a support 

group and have not found one that fits 

their needs are invited. For more information, 

contact Sandie at (860) 974-9925 or Carol 

at (860) 684-2007. 

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(2) Crates Coat Hangers 

Assorted Pictures 

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(2) Dark Walnut Colored 

MA-Pro-3 

Speakers 

12 3/4”x22” 

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62 Assorted Albums 

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(6) HEPA Filters 

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1000lb Engine Stand 

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12 Outboards 

3HP to 35HP 

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Air Conditioner 

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13-Inch Tires 

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Rotary Turntable 

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16-Year Old 

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Windows 

With Screens: 

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(10) 22.75”W/48”H 

(9) 22.75”W/56”H 

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(1) 40.75”W/41”H 

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4x8 Open Trailer 

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1960’s Desk 

And Chair 

$35 

Extra-Large 

Wicker Dog Bed 

With Cushion 

Never Used 

$50 

Singer Sewing Machine 

In Box 

$10 

Manual Pasta Maker 

$10 

508-735-9493 

1974 Suzuki TC100 

1000 Original Miles, Always 

Garaged. Hasn’t Been Used 

In 4 Years! 

$1000 

508-885-3136 

860-888-5207 

197? Ford Lawn & 

Garden Tractor 

20 HP, Hydrostatic Drive, 

Power Steering, 2-Speed 

Axle, 3-Point Hitch, Power 

Angle Plow, 60” Mower 

Deck, Wheel Weights, 

Owner’s & Repair Manuals. 

Older Tractor, But 

Still Strong! 

$1500 FIRM 

Call 860-923-3532 

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1995 Lincoln 

Town Car 

Runs good, a lot of new 

parts in front end new 

suspension in rear. $800 

firm. Also a garage floor 

jack, $800. 

Call (508)797-7361 

1996 Tigershark 

Two-Seat Jetski 

& Trailer 

$1275 

5-Phone Executone Office 

Telephone System 

$450 

Back up Powerpack for 

Computer, $100 

Antique Stainless-Steel 

Milkcan, $25 

Antique Singer Sewing 

Machine, $50 

IBM Selectric Typewriter 

& Table, $100 

508-461-9097 

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Comforter Dogs, 

Cottages, Historical 

Figures And More! 

Call 860-774-2459 

2 Anderson 

Venting Skylights 

22”x46 1/2” 

$50 Each 

8-Foot Tonneau Cover 

For Pickup Truck 

$200 

(4) Chrome Wheels 

15-Inch, Were 

On Dodge Van. 

Asking $200 For All 4 

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8’ Fiberglass 

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Front & Side Sliding 

Windows, Locking 

Rear Door. Like New! 

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Bucket Seats 

Fit In 1999 Plymouth Minivan 

Excellent Condition 

$70 Each 

Or Both For $100 

2 IBM Selectric 

Typewriters 

With Many Elements & 

Ribbons. 

$75 Each OBO 

508-885-3136 

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2 New La-Z-Boy 

Rocker/Recliners 

Only One Month Old. 

(1) Blue & (1) Maroon. 

Paid $439 Each 

Asking $400 OBO Each 

10 Year Fabric Protector. 

Call Diane 

508-344-4777 

20” commercial 

scrubber/floor buffer: $200 

.Whirlpool dishwasher: $30 

Sharp 30” over-range microwave 

hood, NEW: $100. 

Hoover floor buffer: $25. 

Touch/Sew Singer 

sewing machine/ 

mahogany cabinet: $100. 

Riding lawnmower: $75. 

860-923-9119 

200+ Music CD’s 

$8.00 each or 10 for $75. No 

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Craftsman Miter Box with 

back saw. This is not cheap 

plastic. $65.00. 

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2006 Cam 

Superline 

Dumping Trailer 

14 Feet Long, 6’9” Wide, 

With 4 Foot Sides. Weighs 

4,000lbs Empty, 16,000 

GVW. 4 Tie-Downs. 

Great For Bobcats or 

Mini-Excavators. 

$5999 OBO 

508-641-3289 

2006 Keystone 

Sprinter Travel 

Trailer 

Excellent Condition. 

31 Feet, New Tires, Well 

Maintained, Slide-Out, 

Awning, Ladder. Sleeps 6. 

Dual Cam Hitch, TV, AC/Heat. 

$15,900 

508-943-8240 

2006 New England 

Pellet Stove 

50k BTU, 9 Feed Settings, 

9 Blower Settings, 60 lb. 

Hopper, Auto-Start. 

Asking $1495 

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860-774-0578 

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Answering Machine Available 

24’ round pool 

5” walls, drop-in steps, D.E. 

pump, winter and solar 

covers, 75 lbs. chlorine, leaf 

catcher, and skimmer. 

$800.00. 

1-1/2 cords wood, cut, split. 

$110.00 

508-885-4212 

Amana 100 

Microwave 

New Condition 

$150 

Bunn Coffee Maker 

$75 

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2 Weeks $ 24 .00 

4 Weeks $ 40 .00 

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3 Gigantic, 

Insulated Dog 

Houses, 

$500. each. 

Delonghi toaster oven/broiler, 

Alfredo Elite, never used. 

New, $100, 

Asking $70. 

Call (860)923-9056 

3-Level Small 

Animal Cage 

On Caster For Easy Moving. 

Black Finish. 

Appx. 37”Lx25”Lx54”H 

Paid $150 

Asking $75 

With Some Accessories 

508-764-6734 

3-Year Old Formal 

Living Room 

Couch 

Blue & Gold. 

Matching Wingback 

Chair Included. 

$400 

508-832-7414 

300+ Slightly 

Used Paperback 

Novels 

From well known authors 

(Steele, Roberts, Mac 

Comber,...) for $1 per book. 

Call on weekends 

(860)974-2456 

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carolinevandedrinck 

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35MM Camera 

Pentax K-1000 

with assortment of lenses 

2 electronic flashes, and 

many other accessories. 

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days (508)943-7704 

35mm Minolta 

Maxxum 5000 

Camera 

AF50 Lens & AF70-210 Lens, 

Flash & Case. 

$150 

508-278-6123 

3’x4’ Metal 

Computer Desk 

With shelf, $70 OBO. 

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53” Panasonic 

HD TV 

$800 

860-564-6658 

6 GE Two Way 

Radios 

14 Channel, With One Mile 

Range & Belt Clip. 

Great For Hunting! 

$100 For All 

Commercial 

Bench-Top Grinder 

On Cast-Iron Floor Stand 

$75 

508-248-3932 

Air Conditioners 

General Electric 10,000 BTU 

Window Mount Air 

Conditioner, $150. 

Samsung 5,000 BTU 

Window Mount Air 

Conditioner, $75.00 

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(802)380-0844 

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6 Shaper Bits 

Never used w/factory 

coating. 1/2 inch shank. NOT 

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$185.00 

Delta Lathe 

Reproducer 

Fits 12" & 14" Delta 

Lathes $450 

Backpack 

Never Used 

$100 

Call (508)943-7215 

6000 BTU A/C 

$50 

Stereo With Speakers $50 

Call 508-278-7958 

‘89 Sno Scoot 

$1800. Mint. Electric start. 

‘89 Sno Scoot, $1400. ‘83 

Honda 250R, $700. ‘93 

Honda XR80, $600. 

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(860)315-7048 

9 Lobster Traps 

Good Shape 

Take All - $250 

Call Jim 

860-963-7780 

Ab Coaster 

Practically Brand New 

Only Used Twice, Packed 

In Original Box w/All 

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Paid $400, Asking $180 

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774-289-9362 

Aiwa Compact 

Disc Stereo 

Has Three-Place Disc Player, 

AM/FM Radio, Dual Cassette 

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Speakers, And New Denon 

DP-26F Full Automatic 

Turntable. 

$125 

Call 508-248-3932 

All For $900 

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RV/Tent Sites Or Rent A 

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Ethan Allen 

Furniture 

Variety Of Tables 

Butler 

End Tables 

Nested Tables 

Queen-Size 

Couch/Sleep-sofa 

Soft pastel colors 

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508-208-8401 

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Amana Air 

Conditioner 

18,000 btu only used 4 

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(508)885-5542 

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Complete. 

BO Over $500 

860-928-3858 

Antique Parlor Set 

Early 50’s, Never Used 

$600 OBO 

Antique Bedroom Set 

Early 50’s, 6-Piece, Good 

Condition. 

$500 OBO 

Pink Depression Glass 

Fancy Pieces And Sets 

508-943-0652 

Antique Red 

Vermont Casting 

Gas Heater 


Asking Price $1700 

Call 508-867-5677 

Or Office 508-755-0972 

Antique Stool 

& Lavatory 

Porcelain Handles. 

(2)Glass Doors For Kitchen 

Cabinet 

2 Solid Wood Doors 

6’8”x32” 

(1)4 Lights, (1)15 Lights 

3 Wood Frame Solid 

Glass Door 

24”x50” 

30-Gallon Electric 

Hot-Water Heater 

LP Gas Wall heater 

712-299-5239 

Antique Tall, 

Mirrored 

Sideboard/ 

Dresser/Foyer 

Piece 

Lovely piece imported 

from Manchester, 

England. Over 100 Years 

Old. Carving, Columns, 

7 Drawers, Serving Area, 

Burl Inlay Detail. Small 

Shelves For Candelabra. 

Appraised At $2400 

74” High x 63” 

Wide x 23” Deep. 


508-248-6949 

Email For Photo 

lgkelley@charter.net 

Price Is $1250 

Antique Victorian 

8pc. Black Marble 

Fireplace 

Mantle Surround 

Good Condition 

Best Offer For Both 

Leave Message 

860-923-2987 

Antique Wedding 

Gown 

with train. Fits size 6/7. 

Excellent condition. $200. 

Call (860)935-0116 

APARTMENT 

LIQUIDATION 

Everything Must Go! 

Furniture 

Men’s Clothing 

Pictures 

Many Miscellaneous 

Items 

No Reasonable 

Offer Refused 

508-949-6425 

Artesian Hot Tub 

Seats Three, 30 Jets With 

Ozonator. Also Includes 

Insulated Cover & Redwood 

Steps. Years Left On Factory 

Warranty. Always Been In 

House - Never Been 

Outdoors. 

$2,800 

Call Ron 860-779-1371 

Athena Stereo 

Speakers 

3ft tall x 1ft wide, excellent 

quality, fantastic sound. 2 

speakers. Asking $380 

for pair. 

Call (508)341-4659 

Beautiful Hardwood 

Pub Table 

4 Years old, Excellent 

Condition. Walnut Color 

With 4 Matching Chairs. 

36” x 36” x 42” 

Originally Purchased At 

Raymour & Flanigan. 

$275 OBO 

508-868-1619 

Computer 

CPU, Printer/Scanner/ 

Copier-In-One, Windows 

XP, Flat-Screen Monitor, 

Desk (Great Condition) 

Asking $500 

Call 774-200-1561 

010 FOR SALE 

Bernina 640 

Sewing Machine 

New In April ‘08. Used Only 

A Few Hours. Comes With All 

Accessories Including BSR 

Stitch Regulator Foot, 

Walking Foot, 1/4 Inch Foot. 

Has 570 Stitch Patterns, 

5 Alphabets, Thread Cutter 

And More. 

REDUCED! $3500 

Call Nancy 

508-867-3900 

Bicycle 

Men’s Trek Pilot 5.2, 58cm 

$1700 

Wedding Gown 

Size 10-12, Ivory Strapless, 

Used. $150 

All In Excellent Condition 

508-943-2007 

Brand New Bunk 

Beds and 2 

Dressers 

Beautiful wood frame 

includes mattresses, pillows, 

ladder (never used). $2000 

or best offer. 

Call (508)987-1594, leave 

message will return call. 

Brand-New 

Automatic Scrubbing 

Power-Head 

$500 

Reconditioned Prop 

19” Pitch, Fits 

Merc Cruisers 

$85 

508-826-2029 

Brilliion Grass 

Seeder 

Model Sl8 

8-Foot Wide, Like New 

Condition. Always 

Stored Inside. 

$5,500 OBO 

Turfco Top Dresser 

$295 OBO 


Bunk Bed Set 

Maple $175 

Pearl Export Series 

5-Piece Drum Set 

With Double Bass Pedal, 

Hi-Hat & 2 Cymbals. 

$350 

508-987-3152 

Business Items 

Cash register with scanner 

and credit card machine. 

Large/small bag holders. 

Sign Stand. Approximately 

400 assorted plastic tags for 

pricing items. $600 or best 

offer. Call (860)774-3309 

Cake Decorating 

Supplies 

Birthday, Wedding, And 

All Occasions 

Too Much To List! 

$150 

860-923-2048 

Camcorder 

$140 

Audio Equipment 

$60 

Electric Guitar 

$95 

Amp $60 

Receiver $120 

Canon Film Camera $45 

DVD Player $25 

GPS $95 

Computer $150 

DJ Equipment 

Dale Earnhardt Sr. 

Magazines 

860-963-7087 

Came Back With 

Him From 

Vietnam... 

1964 Handpainted 

Picture. Painter Has 

Gallery In Vietnam. 

$300 

Black & Decker 

Auto Buffer 

$20 

508-347-7441 

Case Tractor 

1948 VAC With 

Sickle-Bar Mower. 

Asking $1650 OBO 

International Harvester 

Two-Row Corn Planter 

Trailer-Type, With 

Hydraulic Lift. 

$800 OBO 

860-974-9811 

Casio PCR255 

Cash Register 

Like new 

$100 


Cedar Chest & 

Rocker 

Multi-Colored Cushioned 

Top, Cherry Wood Cedar 

(Hope) Chest and Matching 

Rocker. Both In Excellent 

Condition. 

Asking 

Cedar Chest $300 

Rocker $200 

Call 508-756-2607 

Cherry Daybed 

With Twin Mattress 


860-974-2881 

010 FOR SALE 

Cherry Dining 

Room Table 

With 2 leaves, 4 side chairs 

and 2 captains chairs. 

Only $500. 

Cherry TV Armoire 

Only $300. 

Must be seen to appreciate. 

Prices are negotiable. 

(508)864-1092 

Chickering 

Spinet Piano 

Baby Grand & 

Bench 

$700. 1993 Chevrolet 

Camaro; 21,270 miles, all 

original, $5000. 

Call (508)765-9316 leave 

message 

China Cabinet & 

Dining Room 

Table 

With 6 Chairs. Hard Wood, 


Cabinet $550, Table $400. 

Prices Negotiable, Must Go. 

860-851-9578 

nessmstr@hotmail.com 

(Email For Pictures) 

Christmas 

Sports Card 

Specials 

Baseball/Football 

Basketball/Hockey 

Racing/Boxing 

Rookies/Stars/Sets/Singles 

All Cards 75% Off Book! 

Including Vintage Cards Like 

Mantle/Williams/Etc. 

508-864-9223 

Clawfoot Tub 

$400 

508-867-9566 

Clawfoot Tub 

With ornate feet, in very 

good original condition, 

fixtures included, $350. 

Call (860)779-3785 

Coin-Op 

Washers & 

Dryers 

1 1/2 To 2 Years Old. 

10 Sets Available 

Very Good Condition 


Complete Master 

Bedroom Furniture 

Includes California 

King-Sized Waterbed Frame, 

Large Armoire, Large 

Dresser With Mirror, 

(2) Large End Tables. Sturdy 

Cherry In Excellent 

Condition. 

$2000 OBO 

Piggy-Back Washer/ 

Dryer Combo 

Kenmore, Excellent 

Condition, All Brochures. 

$600 OBO 

(3) Original Factory 

Hubcaps 

For 2005 Hyundai Sonata 

$35 Each 

Call Alan At 

508-509-5407 

Computer 

Compaq FS7600 

Lexmark Printer/Copier/Fax 

Lexmark Printer 

All For $550 OBO 

Computer Desk (Corner) 

$195 OBO 

Office Chair (Cully) 

$65 

Entertainment Center 

58”x52”x19”, Solid Wood 


Numerous Dog 

Breed Books 

508-867-9734 

Computer 

Printer & Desk 

Dell Dimension 300 Series 

Computer With Windows XP, 

Dell Photo Printer, Oak Computer 

Desk (58x46x24) 

All New Items 

Asking $600 

Original Cost $1240 

860-774-6660 

Corner TV Cabinet 

$150 

Sony 36” Flat Screen 

Television 

$250 

Solid Cherry Entertainment 

Center 

Fits 27” TV, $200 

NEC 20” TV & VCR $75 

Call 508-943-3711 

After 6pm 

Couch 

Like New $200 

Cushman Maple Dining 

Room Set 

4 Straight Chairs, 

2 Captain’s Chairs, 

1 Hutch. 

$350 

860-774-8479 

GARDEN POND 

PUMP 

Submersible, Filters Up 

To 1000 GPH. 

Model Prima 906. 

New In Box. 

Was $250 

Now $100 

Peter (Woodstock) 

860-974-3470


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010 FOR SALE 

010 FOR SALE 

010 FOR SALE 

010 FOR SALE 

Living Room 

Furniture 

Best Offer For: 

FlexSteel Couch, 

Chair & Ottoman. 

La-Z-Boy Couch & Recliner. 

All Items High Quality, 

Like New. 

Email For Photos 

dmasiello1@charter.net 

401-316-4793 

010 FOR SALE 

Country Table 

50”x38”, In Good Condition. 

Top Is Stained Pine. Skirt & 

Legs Are Distressed 

Off-White/Bisque Colored 

With Hand Painted Red 

Berries (Very Pretty.) 

Two Drawers On The Side 

Are Great For Extra Storage. 

Originally Bought At 

Sargent’s Country Barn 

In Leicester, MA 

Asking $100 

Steel Artist’s 

File/Map Drawers 

Cabinet Measures 

21”Hx41”Wx29”D 

Contains 5 Drawers, 

Interior Dimensions 

2”Hx38”Wx26”D. 

Cabinet Was Previously 

Painted. You May Paint It 

Any Color To Match Your 

Space. A Simple Unpainted 

Pine Wood Frame 17” High 

Helps Raise Set Of Drawers. 

Included Is A 31”x31” 

Paper Cutter. 

Asking $500 

Serious Inquiries Only! 

508-765-5547 

Dark Wood Curio 

55” Wide x 77” Tall, 

18” Deep 

Glass Doors On Top, With 

Three Drawers Below. 

$500 

Highchair 

$50 

White Crib 

Mattress Included $300 

508-885-2866 

Dental Chair 

Electric operates well, Would 

be great for tattoo parlor, etc. 

3 to choose from. $50 each. 

Call (508)987-3143 

Designer 

Wedding 

Dress 

Never Worn! 

Christina Wu Strapless 

Gown with train. Size 8. 

Purchased at Kleinfelds 

NYC. Elegant beading 

with organza & silk/satin 

material. $700. 

Call (508)949-2528 

Diamond Bridal 

Set 

14K gold ring with 60pt. 

diamont solitaire, plus 14K 

surround with 16 small 

diamonds. Includes Kay 

Jewelers receipt 

for $2227.92 

Asking $800. 

Call (860)923-9894 

Dinette Set 

Seating For Four w/Glass 

Top And Three Bar Stools. 

$350 

Call Matt at 

774-278-1728 

Dining Room Set 

Light Oak, farm style. Table 

extends to 60”. 6 chairs (4 

sides, 2 captains). Matching 

mirrored/lighted china 

cabinet, 73” tall x 13” deep 

x 30” wide. $800/OBO. 

(860)928-1618 

Dining Room Set 

Table Is 78” x 42” - 

Light Oak, Six Chairs Of 

Which 2 Are Captain’s. 


$400 

860-774-7194 

Dirt Bike 

2003 RM65 Suzuki 

Great condition, asking 

$1200. 

Call (774)696-3360 

Disney Area Stay 

7 Days, 6 Nights 

2 Adult Disney Tickets 

Paid $750 

Sell For $249 

Good For One Year 

508-301-0266 

Double Window 

New, Vetter High Pro 4 

With Screens. 

Measures 76”Long 

61”High 

$650 OBO 

Marine Hemi 

Engine 

1959 With Latham Blower 

And Four Carburetors 

$8000 OBO 

Call 508-259-8805 

Dresses 

Wedding, Prom, Cocktail. All 

brand new. 

Call (508)981-6762 

Electric Dryer 

Used 6 months, $100. 

Washer used holds x-large 

loads, $50. Solid oak kitchen 

table, 5 chairs, 2 leafs, $100 

or best offer. Good condition 

wrought iron & glass coffee 

table & end tables inlay 

w/stone, very nice, $50. 

Apartment size freezer, $50. 

Works well. 

Call (508)340-2098 

Electric Twin 

Hospital Bed 

$700 

1 Pair AR 

Floor-Standing Speakers 

$150 

1 Passive Subwoofer 

“Home” $50 

Chevy Prizm Wanted 

Any Year. Must Have Very 

Low Miles. 

Will Consider A Civic 

508-764-1439 

High-Low Electric 

Hospital Bed 

Like New! 

With Scoop Mattress 

$500 OBO 

413-245-6182 

Electrical Material 

Industrial, Commercial, 

Residential 

Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, 

Coils, Overloads, Fuses, 

Breakers, Meters, 

Punches, Pipe-Benders. 

New Recessed Troffer 

Flourescent 3-Tube 

T-8 277V Fixtures 

Enclosed 

$56 Each 


508-867-6546 

Entertainment 

Center 

53”x53”, Has Two 20”x14” 

Storage Compartments, 

And A 40-Place CD Rack 

On Bottom. 

$100 

Call 508-248-3932 

Entertainment 

Center 

Solid Oak Wood, Custom 

Made. Custom Side Door 

For Tapes, Excellent 

Condition. 62” Wide, Can 

Fit Up To A 30” TV 

$250 Firm 

Ask For Bob 

508-963-0714 

Everything Must 

Go!! 

Portable Dishwasher 

with butcher block top, $250. 

Farmers table with 5 chairs, 

$200. Oak cabinets, various 

sizes, six pieces, $400. 

Call (508)328-3438 

Farm Equipment 

Harrow 

Deere 5-Foot, 3-Point 

$400 

Cultivator Toolbar 

5-Foot, 5-Spring Tine, 

2 Hiller Discs, 3-Point 

$350 

Lime Spreader 

Tow-Behind, Ground Driven. 

$150 

860-974-7099 

FLAG POLE 

Telescopic with gold top. 

Holds 2 flags, no rope. 

$50.00 

FOLDING CREEPER 

for automotive purpose - sit 

or laying position. $10.00 

413-262-9990 

Flat Belt 

PTO Pulley 

$80 

Aluminum Cross 

For Church, Cross Arm 6’, 

10’ High, 10” Surface, 7” 

Deep. Can Be Lighted. 

$150 


508-867-6546 

Genie 

Push-Around 

Arial Platform Lift 

Will Fit Through 29.5”Wide 

Doorway. 24’ Platform 

Height. 120V Hydraulic. 

1/4HP 208/230V 3-Phase 

6-Gallon Flood-Type 

Coolant System. 

120V 6-Gallon Flood-Type 

Coolant System. 


508-867-6546 

Girls Clothing 

& Shoes 

Toddler Sizes Through 10/12 

Shoe Sizes 1-3 

Gently Used & Brand New 

Many Styles & Brands 

To Choose From. 

Call 508-943-2007 For Appt. 

Girl’s White 

Bedroom Set 

Headboard & Footboard, 

Plus 3-Drawer Dresser. 

Good Condition. 

Asking $75 

774-318-1024 

Glass-Top 36” 

Octagonal Table 

$50 

Oak Queen Post 

Headboard/Footboard 

$50 

Gas 32” Fireplaces 

$50 each 

Freezer (17cu.ft.) $200 

5’x8’ Oriental Rug $30 

Oak TV Cabinet $40 

508-347-5782 

Golf Clubs & Bag 

Brand New, Never Used 

Warrior Iron Set 

3-Iron To Pitching Wedge, 

Graphite Shafts 

$200 

New Hunter Golf Bag 

With Full Club Dividers 

$50 

508-764-8571 

Gorgeous 

King Sized 

Bedroom Set 

5 Pieces. Paid $6000 

At Rotman’s 

$1500 FIRM 

Moving 

Contact Laurie 

508-450-5740 

Grandfather Clock 

Walnut, Winchester chime, 

$200. 

Designers Mother-of-the- 

Bride Gown 

Size 8, Pewter color with 

elegant beading, matching 

jacket paid $700, 

asking $250. 

Call (508)885-4303 

Grooming 

Equipment 

1 Romani Grand Daddy Dryer 

1 Romani Clipper Vac 

(B&B Model) 

1 42 Inch Hydraulic 

Grooming Table 

1 Hydro Surge Bather 

Asking $2500 For All 

508-987-2419 

Gym Equipment 

Marc X Platinum 3100 

In Excellent Condition 

$250 OBO 

300 lb Olympic Weights 

With Bar 

$100 OBO 

TAKE BOTH FOR $300 

Call 860-933-6369 

Hand Pump 

For Fuel Tank 

$95 

Call (860)429-6632 

Hand-Beaded 

Wedding Gown 

Plus Size (18-20), Cathedral 

Train, Plus Bustle & 

Tiara-Style Headdress & 

Veil. Museum-Quality 

Preservation. 

$600 OBO 

508-987-3781 

Heavy Duty 9’ Fisher 

Highway Plow 

One-way plow, set up for 

backhoe or truck, $650. 

Fisher Snow-Foil Type Heavy 

Duty 8’ Plow for truck 

$500 

Heavy Duty Hobart Meat 

Grinder. Floor type with large 

bowl. $375 

Briggs & Stratton 12HP 

Vertical Riding Mower 

Engine, $95 

Used 15” Monitor 

$25 

Call (508)461-9097 

HO Scale Train 

Comes With Engines, Cars, 

Buildings And Accessories. 

Lots Of Time & Money Put 

Into It! Pictures Available. 

Email: 

cormonster24@aol.com 

Or 774-402-1274 

Home Stereo 

Equipment 

for Sale 

Excellent condition. 

2 Klipsch RF-5 floor 

standing speakers. 

Yamaha RX-595 receiver, 

Yamaha CDC-755 5 disc 

cd changer, Sony RDC-W 

CD-R/RW, 4 component 

stereo cabinet. All 

components Black. *Glass 

breaking power with 

superb sound quality. 

Pictures emailed on 

request. 

BEST OFFER! 

(508)868-1619 

HONDA 

GENERATOR 

3000 Watts 

#EU3000ISA 

Like New, Super Quiet. 

$1650 

2006 THULE TRAILER 

(Enclosed) 

Aluminum, Dual Axle, 

GVW 6000 lbs. 

Model #C65X12238200, 

Under 200 Miles. 

$5250 

Mike 860-935-0072 

Hot Tub 

‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets, 

with all options. Waterfall, 

aroma-therapy, lighting, with 

cover, full warranty. Brand 

new in wrapper. Cost $7000, 

sell for $3800. 

Call (860)244-9544 

Inflatable Boat 

West Marine 9 Ft. Boat With 

Oars And Footpump. 

Motorguide 47lb Thrust 

Electric Motor. West Marine 

Deep Cell Battery 

With Charger. 

$495 

Call 860-230-8542 

Jackie Kennedy 

Doll 

In original box by Franklin 

Mint. Includes accessories, 

display case and stand. 

Certificates of authenticity. 

Selling for $100 or best offer. 

Call (860)774-7194 

Jazzy Power Chair 

Only Used Once! 

Selling For $799 


Jewelry 

New 14K Ruby & Diamond 

Yellow gold cross pendant, 

$300 or best offer. Also gemstone 

rings & pendants, best 

offers. 

Call Shirley 

(508)248-3005 

John Deere 3235A 

Fairway Mower 

$6500 OBO 

John Deere 2243 

Greens Mower 

$6900 OBO 

John Deere 220A 

Walk-Behind Greens Mower 

$2500 OBO 

Jacobsen Walk-Behind 

Greens Mower 

$250 OBO 

Vikon Fertilizer Spreader 

For 3 Point Hitch 

$450 OBO 


Johnson Wood & 

Coal Furnace 

Firebrick Lined, Shaker 

Grate, Ash Pan, Blower 

System. 

$650 

1940’s Coca-Cola 

Ice Cooler 

Lift-Top With Rack Body. 

$250 

860-928-3972 

Kia Rio Or Hyundai 

Accent Wanted 

One With Very Low Mileage 

Auto, Air. ‘06-’08. 

Will Pay Your Price 

For The Right One 

508-764-1439 

Kenmore 

Refrigerator 

20.6 Cubic Foot, Black, Top 

Freezer. Brand New, From 

Sears Warehouse. Energy 

Star Compliant. 

Price New $750 

Yours For $400 

860-963-0685 

Kenmore 

Washer & Dryer 

Like New 

$100 Each 

Call Phil 

508-234-3348 

Keyboard 

Stand, Case and 

Chair 

New, never been used. Top 

of the line. Bought at 

Gordon’s Music last fall. Paid 

over $600 will sell for $325 

firm. 

Please contact 

(508)450-7150 

Kitchen Table 

4 Chairs & Farmer’s Hutch 

$400 

Terra Cotta Color Wing Chair 

$40 

Pecan Sofa Table $75 

Green Plaid Loveseat $75 

Like-New 3-year-Old Lopi 

Pellet Stove & Ash Vacuum 

$1600 

Mirrors, Lamps & 

Wall Hangings 

Call 508-943-3711 

After 6pm 

Lace Wedding 

Gown 

Full-Length, Size 12. 

$200 

Brown Italian 

Leather Jacket 

Medium, $200 

All Excellent Condition 

508-757-7796 

Noon-6pm 

LADIES 

DRESSER 

Large, With Mirror 

& 2 Armoires 

$1700 For All 

(Negotiable) 

Handmade 

Lead Chandelier 

Contemporary Style 

$150 (Negotiable) 

508-892-1107 

Ladies’ Genuine 

Black Shearling 

Sheepskin 

Fur Coat 

Medium. Like New. Worn 

One Or Twice. Length 30” 

(Collar To Hem), Shoulders 

19”, Sleeves 25”, 

Bust 40-42” 

$250 OBO 

508-885-8940 

Leave Message 

Landscape 

Equipment 

Trailer 

$995 OBO 

Car Trailer 

Paid $2500 

$2300 OBO 

Aluminum Folding 

Staging/Scaffolding 

2 Sections w/Platforms, 

On Wheels, w/Steps 

4’6”W, 7’3”L, 6’-12’H 

$950 OBO 


508-867-6546 

Large Capacity 

Washing Machine 

$75 

Whirlpool Electric Dryer 

$75 

Maytag Dishwasher 

$100 

5 kW Generator 

Used Twice! $400 

All Items “Or Best Offer” 

860-928-3858 

Large Double 

Stainless-Steel 

Sink 

REDUCED! 

w/Faucet & Sprayer 

43” x 22” 

$75 

508-735-9493 

Light-Weight 

Scooter 

& 

Electric 

Wheelchair 

For Sale 

$500 Each 

(508)987-3143 

Like New! 

Large Two-Level Light 

Oak Coffee Table 

$125 


8’ x 11’ Karastan 

Oriental Rug 

New Fringe & 

Professionally Cleaned 

$350 

Call Rich 

508-826-2029 

Living Room Couch 

And Matching Chair 

Floral Design Fabric 

$150 

413-245-9001 

Nordic Trac 

Walk Fit Skier/Rower 

$125 

Jane Fonda Non-Motorized 

Treadmill 

$125 

Technalon Car Cover 

Fits Car 16’-17’6” 

$60 

508-885-9992 

Living Room Set 

90” Sofa 

Love Seat 

Oriental Rug 

(Machine-Made) 

2 Matching End-Tables 

Take The Whole Set For 

$1000 Or Best Offer 

508-867-9650 

Machinist Tools 

Tool chest, also other odds 

and ends. 

Call (508)234-8034 

Mags With Tires 

For E-Z-Go Golfcart 

Plow For John Deere 

Garden Tractor 

Truck Liner For 6’ Bed 

Rug (7’x10’) 

w/Seashell Border 

508-987-1504 

Mahogany 

Pineapple 

Headboard & 

Footboard 

Full Sized With Rails & Slats. 

Fair To Good Condition 

(From 1900’s) 

Asking $250 

Table With Tile Top 

4 Chairs 

$100 

774-318-1024 

Maple Dining 

Room Set 

With Hutch 


Stereo/CD With 

Speakers/Woofer & Remote 

$45 

(2)Sofas $150/$300 

Toaster-Oven 

New $40 

B.O. For All 

508-278-2729 

508-282-1026 

Maytag Atlantis 

Natural Gas Dryer 

Used only 6 months. Can be 

converted to propane. $600 

new, asking $300 or best 

offer. 

Call (860)942-3033 

before 8pm. 

Memory Foam 

Authentic 

Therapeutic 

NASA Mattress 

Queen, $399. Brand new in 

plastic full warranty. 

Call Tom (978)597-3033 

Men’s 5-Speed 

Blue Bicycle 

Paid $130 

Asking $60 

Ladies’ One-Speed 

Red Bicycle 

Paid $110 

Asking $50 

Both Bikes Only Used Twice. 

Great For X-Mas! 

860-774-2755 

Men’s Bicycle 

Giant 6061 

23” Frame, 24 Gears, 

Shimano 105 Derailer. 

Black & Gold, Ridden 

Only 4 Times. 

Original Cost $800 

Asking $350 

508-764-9309 

Men’s Burberry 

Prorsum 

Trenchcoat 

Size ? (40/42), Tan, Slightly 

Worn, But Good Condition. 

$100 

860-974-9946 

Men’s Skis 

Dynastar Skis & Boots, 

Size 10 

$135 

508-832-3118 

“Merits” 

Power Wheelchair 

Like new 

PLUS 

Hercules 3000 Chair Lift 

For Van 

Cost over $5500.00 

Will sell for $2000.00 

Call (860)774-5114 

Miscellaneous 

Items 

Broyhill Shaker Pine 


w/doors 

Fits 36” Or Smaller 

TV/DVD/Stereo 

$300.00 o.b.o. 

Breyer Model Horses 

Older, For Collector 

(860)774-3309 

Modine Forced Hot 

Air Furnace 

170,000 BTU. Excellent 

condition. Set up for natural 

gas. $600 or best offer. 

Call (860)774-3771 

Motorized 

Wheelchair 

Pronto Sure-Step M91 

Motorized, With Footrest, 

Hold 300-400lbs. 

Holds Oxygen Tanks. 

Asking $2000 

774-318-1024 

MOTORS 

1/2HP 230/460V 

1725RPM, 56 Frame. 

5HP, 230/460V 

1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC 

5HP, 230/460V 

3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC 

1/2HP 208/230/460V 

Large Overhead Door-Opener 

4 Speed Controls 

Hitachi J100, 400/460V 


508-867-6546 

Moving Must Sell 

Garden Leisure 6 Seater 

Hot Tub with lounger, 

$3800/BO. 

Weider Pro 9940 dual weight 

bench, $150. 

Trampoline, $75. 

Brand new computer 

armoire, $450. 

Please call 

(508)404-5470 

MUSIC 

Dukes Of Dixieland Record 

Collection 

Handel’s “The Messiah” 

Volume 1 & 2 

AND MORE 

Make An Offer! 

Hammond Organ 

With Upright Leslie Speaker 

$1000 

860-774-2454 

Neutron Cordless 

Electric Mower 

Comes With Rear Bagger, 

Trimmer, Extra Battery, 

Mulching Kit, Extra 

Cutting Blade. 

Paid $500 

Will Let Go For $250 


New 8 Foot 

Lifetime Folding 

Table 

Still In Box! 

Paid $160 

Will Take $100 FIRM 

Garage Heater 

2Mark Brand, 

Thermostatically Controlled. 

w/Hanging Brackets. 

Paid Over $600 

Best Offer! 

508-885-3136 

860-888-5207 

New Diamond 

Ring 

Size 5 1/2 white gold, .80 

carat total (1/2 carat center 

stone plus 6 small 

diamonds) paid $1500. 

Asking $1000. 

Call (860)928-4661 or 

(860)234-3128 

New Snap-On 

Harley Davidson 

Collectors Edition 

Toolbox 

Black and chrome with 

Harley logos & flames. 5, H x 

3, W 12 drawers. Must be 

seen. $4000 firm. 

Contact Dale 

(508)943-8692 after 6pm. 

New Woodmaster 

Planer/Molder 

With 18” Drum Sander 

Attachment. 5HP Motor. 

Weighs 420lbs. 

Also, 120A, 2HP, Shop 

Fox Vacuum With All 

Attachments, Hooks Up 

To All Three. 

Mint Condition. 

Books/Manuals Included 


Call John 

508-949-1051 

New! 8 American 

Craftsman 

Replacement 

Windows 

9500 series. Low E, full 

screen, 6 over 6 grille. White 

vinyl, 34 1/4 x 48. Paid 

$1400. Asking 

$1000 or best offer. 

Call (508)779-0438 ask 

for Justin 

Oak Bedroom Set 

Queen bed and mattress, 

hutch, nightstand and 

dresser with mirror. All in 

excellent condition. Mattress 

brand new. $1300 or BO. 

Mahogany TV and 

Video Stand 

$50. 

Brand New 


Black chrome and glass 

asking $500 or BO. 

Call (860)377-7549 or 

(860)928-1135 

Oak Bumper 

Pool/Card Table 

6 Chairs. 

Paid $1200 

Selling For 

$350 

774-437-0163 

Oak Entertainment 

Center 

Oak King Bedroom Set 

Oak Table 

(3) Craftmatic Twin Beds 

Desk 

Shredder 

Exercise Bike 

Oreck Vacuum & 

Shampooer 

Singer Sewing Machine 

And Much More! 

860-974-1396 

Oak Table 

Round With Four Chairs 

And One Leaf. 


Call 860-963-7880 

Old-Time Trunk 


Needs Straps 

Best Offer 

508-234-2712 

010 FOR SALE 

Old Oak Rolltop 

Desk 

Great Original Condition! 

54” Long, 30” Wide 

$600 

860-774-4019 

One Room Window 

Air Conditioner 

Siesta Brand 

$25 

Steam Press 

SP660 

$50 

Electric Waterfall Picture 

24”Wide, 4’Long 

$50 

Mat Massager 

5-Motor w/Heat 

$50 

Wonder Portable 

Clothes Washer 

$20 

860-974-0083 

860-928-4584 

Paddleboats 

For Sale 

Unique, Pirate Ship 

Shaped Paddleboats. 

Suitable For Everyone! 

Lots Of Fun! 

See Boats On 

www.adventureglass.com 

Asking $1000 Each 

Or Best Offer 

Call 

860-208-9224 

Will Deliver 

Park Model RV 

2002, 12x40 

(like brand new) on beautiful 

lot in campground can be 

used for a full 6 months (15 

April-15 October every year) 

Lot paid for until 2097. 

$48,000 

Call Don (508)344-9499 

Penn 6 wt. Flyrod 

New Condition 

Call 508-278-6419 

Piano 

Baldwin Spinnet With 

Bench. Good Condition. 

$950 

Sauna 

Finnleo, Portable, Comes 

In 2 Pieces. Perfect 

For Two. Assembles 

In Minutes. Simply 

Plugs Into Standard 

Household Outlet. 

$500 

508-347-5725 

Piano 

By Baldwin 

With Bench 


$500 OBO 

508-943-6654 

Piano 

Maghogany, Werlitzer 

Spinnet, With Bench. Good 

Condition. 

$800 

Includes Training Books 

508-987-8885 

Call After 5pm 

Picnic Table 

7’11” x 29” 

Built To Easily Accomodate 

Handicapped Persons, 

Needs Staining. 

$50 Or B/O 

860-935-9240 

Pipe Threader 

Toledo 999, Floor Model, 

On Wheels. 

Angle Iron Cutter For 

Shelving 

4W296, HK Potter 2790 

Snowblower 

49.5” Wide, For PTO 

McCullough 16” Chainsaw 

Old $50 


508-867-6546 

Pool Heater 

Extend your swimming 

season. Aqua Comfort Heat 

Pump for above ground pool. 


Call (860)928-1377 

Pool Table 

8’, 3/4” Slate Brunswick, 

Drop Pockets. 

$3700 New. 

Sell For $2250 

860-887-5933 

Pride Brand 

Combination 

Lift Recliner 

Wine Color, 

Only Used 3 Times 

Cost $850 

$700 OBO 

Shower Seat/Stool For Tub 

$25 

Gazelle Exercise Equipment 


$150 OBO 

Back Massage Chair Pad 


$50 

860-774-0794 

860-481-5570 

010 FOR SALE 

Pro-Form XP 542 

Treadmill 


Oak Computer Armoire 

$150 

Pine Bunk-Bed 

Desk & Dresser Built-In! 

Needs Assembly. 

$400 

Trumpet $100 

Electric/Acoustic Guitar 

Vinci Brand $100 

508-864-7159 

Prom Dress Sale 

Current Gowns-Daughter is 

Senior. Sizes 6-8. Originally 

priced from $200-$300. 

Some shoes and jewelry. 

Cash only. 

Call (508)832-9981 

Pub/Bar Set 

Mahogany Braided Edge 

Table With Center Wine 

Rack. Includes Two 

Barstool Chairs, 

Beautifully Designed, 

Fabric Still Covered In 

Plastic, Brand New. 

Asking $400 

Please Call 

508-987-2798 

Radio/Control Air 

Planes 

(3) Ready to fly with Futaba 

transmitters and 4 cycle 

engines. Loads of misc. flight 

& building equipment. 

Former member of Neds R/C 

club. 

Call Bob (860)779-6484 

Refinished Chairs 

Natural Or Painted Finish, 

Some Decorated. Singles To 

Sets Of Six. 

Very Reasonable! 

508-764-4493 

Rolltop Secretary 

Desk 

$120 

Full-Size Rolltop Desk 

$200 

Computer/Writing Table 

$50 

Corner Student 

Desk & Chair $50 

48” Oak Bathroom Vanity 

$50 

48” Mirrored Medicine 

Cabinet With Vanity Lights 

$35 

24” Oak Bathroom Vanity 

$25 

Dark Pine Wash Stand 

$35 

Call 508-943-3711 

After 6pm 

Rough Sawn 5x5x8 Ft. 

Pine Timbers 

Air Dried, Two Years. 

$8.00 Each 

(2)25 Ft. & (2)18 Foot 

Parking Lot Light Posts 

w/Double Lamps 

New $2000 


Salon Equipment 

For Sale 

Mint Condition! 

Price Reduced! 

$4500 

Call For Information 

860-564-3771 

After 6pm 

Samsung 61” 

HDTV-DLP TV 

with stand for sale for $1500. 

Call (508)733-5047 for 

appointment. 

Santa Barbara 

Spa/Hot-Tub 

105 Jets, 7 Person. Upright 

Therapy Lounge, Neck & 

Foot Massage, 2 Additional 

Therapy Seats Plus 

Cooldown Area. 

Waterfall/Volcano, Lights 

(Different Colors). Starry 

Night Blue With Red 

Maintenance Free Vinyl 

Cabinet. One Year Old 

Paid $8000 New 

Asking $6000 

Will Deliver 

Call (508)864-8578 

Schwinn 

Electric Scooter 

Needs new battery, $60. 

Air Hockey table, $40. 

(508)764-6560 

Shopsmith Saw 

With Attachments 

For Sale 

Includes Wood Lathe, 

Drill Press, Table Saw, 

And Converts To Sander. 

Asking $500 

860-617-0182 

Spinet Piano and 

Bench 

$800. Country Blue plaid 

loveseat and chair. $450. 

Wilson ladies clubs, bag, 

cart, $200. All excellent 

condition. Will consider 

reasonable offers. 

Call (508)867-8532



B11 

010 FOR SALE 

010 FOR SALE 

010 FOR SALE 

Upright Piano 


$150 

860-779-3749 

010 FOR SALE 

215 CAMPING 215 CAMPING 

333 SURROGATE 

MOTHERS 

333 SURROGATE 

MOTHERS 

Snapper 

Roto-Tiller 

IR5003, Used Twice 

Paid $1295 

$950 

TracVac 

Model 385-IC/385LH 

Used Once. 

Paid $1300 

$1100 

Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro 

& Vac Pro 

Models 72085, 72285, 

72295 

Used Twice 

Paid $2772 

$1900 

508-765-5763 

Snow Tires 

4 P225-60-R17. Tires like 

new, winter ‘07. $300 or best 

offer. 

Call (508)234-7930 

Snowblower 

Snapper 8HP 26” $500 

Washer 

Maytag, Heavy Duty $100 

Dryer 

Whirlpool, Electric $100 


Solid Oak $100 

Queen-Sized Bed 

Solid Oak $200 

Triple Dresser w/Mirror 

$150 

Sterns & Foster Mattress 

New $400 

Computer Desk $100 

Shop Smith 

w/Accessories $500 

Joiner/Planer $75 

LCD Monitor 17” $75 

Maple Dresser 

Two w/Hutch $50 Each 

Call 774-262-3336 

Leave Message 

Sofa 

96 Inches Long, 8 Cushion, 

Mixed Color. Very Good 

Condition. 

$199 OBO (Cash) 

508-347-3280 

Solid Mahogany 

Dining Room 

Table 

w/Leaf(extends to 72"), 

one-armed chair, 

Five side chairs and Buffet 

(62"wx36"Tx17.5 D) 

Both pieces in excellent 

condition sell together for 

$500.00 

860-935-5981 

Solid Oak Queen 

Bedroom Set 

$750. Lighted round curio 

end table, $50. Iron twin bed, 

$200. Steins, $25. Dolls, 

$25. 2 Bureaus $100 Each 

Call (508)867-9222 

Solid Oak Set 

48” round table w/18” 

extension, 66x48” oval, 4 

matching chairs w/cloth 

seats, a corner hutch 

26”Dx44”x78”H, $1500/BO 

Electronic Piano 

Casio Model# CTK1000 

w/stand, $250/BO. 

Call (860)974-0236 

SOLID PINE 

HUTCH 

For Sale 

Mint/Lighted 3 Glass Top 

6’4”H x 56”W x 19”D 

$250 

Call Kim 

508-347-5171 

Solid Teak 

Dining Table 

Rich natural color, oval with 

trestle base, 43”x70” with 

30” attached drop 

extension leaf. 

Only $600 OBO. 

Call (774)452-4631 

Sony 50” XBR 

Projection TV 


Lane 2 piece sectional 

with recliner, $1000 or 

best offer. 

Queen size bed 

with cherry wood 

frame, $700. 

Call (508)347-2764 

Sound System 

High End Home 

Theatre With 

Receiver 

Pair McIntosh THX loud 

speakers, McIntosh THX 

center speakers, MX (Miller 

and Kreisel THX 

subwoofer, Yamaha 

RX-V3200 Receiver, 

remote control. Rarely used. 

Paid $6000 

Asking $750 FIRM 

Call Ken (508)234-3042 

Speedaire Air 

Compressors 

3 ph 30 & 80 gallon. Onan 

Generators 5k W. Scale 1k 

lbs. Best offer on all listings. 

Call (508)347-1223 

Spinnet Piano 

(Steinert) 

$1000. Sunfish sailboat 

w/trailer, $700. Jenny Lind 

3/4 bed, $250. Sailboard & 

sail (new), $500. Dresser set, 

$200. Player piano w/rolls, 

$600. Lexmark 

printer, $50. 

Call Karen (508)885-3192 

Square Dancing 

Outfits For Sale 

Size Small & Medium. 

Good Condition, All Colors. 

$10 A Set 

Call 860-774-5262 

Turntable 

w/2 Speakers 

Plays 45s & 78s & CD’s 

100 Records Free 

$12 

508-234-3933 

State Quarters 

Un-circulated, rolled. Boxes 

of 500. Starting at $21 

per roll. Also Gold 

Presidential dollar rolls. 

Call for more 

information, 

(508)832-3029 or 

(508)272-3433 

Steam Radiator 

Covers 

43” long x 40” high x 13” 

deep, 37”x40”x13” and 

24”x40”x13”. All white, in 

good condition. Over $1000 

if new. All three for $400 

Call (508)832-5546 

Stereo System 

Onkyo Components With 

Bose Acoustimas Speakers 

$350 

Call (508)943-0089 

Stove 

Gas-On-Gas 

$300 OBO 


508-304-3141 

Super Speedway 

Tickets 

New Hampshire 

Motor Speedway 

June 28th Race 

All Seats Are Top Row, 

4th Turn. 

Call Bob 

508-943-8295 

Technics Keyboard 

SX-KN 5000 with bench and 

stand. Programmed-excellent 

condition. $800. 

Call (508)885-4777 

Three 7 Foot Tall 

Desert Cacti 

$500 each or best offer. 

Call (860)208-1320 or 

(860)963-0849 

Would be great for someone 

with a Mexican restaurant 

TOOL SHEDS 

Made of Texture 1-11 

8x8 $625 

8x10 $800 

8x12 $875 

8x16 $1175 

Delivered And 

Built On-Site 

Other Sizes Available 

Call 413-213-6708 

Toro Commercial 

Lawnmower 

Pro-Line Series, With 44” 

Deck And Trac Vac 

Collection System. 

Great For Picking Up 

Grass Clippings And 

Leaves. 

$1500 

508-832-7414 

Tow Dolly 

In Good Condition. 

Swivel & Tilt, Steel Fenders, 

New Tires & Bearings. 


508-885-1071 

Tractor 

185 Cub Low-Boy 

With 6 Foot York Rake 

Runs Good, New Battery 

$2500 

413-563-0131 (Days) 

508-867-2426 (Evenings) 

Traditional Fruit 

Wood Dining 

Room Table 

with 2 extension leaves, 2 

arm chairs, 4 sides. Excellent 

condition, $1300. 

Traditional Fruit Wood 

with Inlaid Entertainment 

Armoire 

$600. 

Oak Computer Desk 

$200. 

Upright freezer 

$50. 

Craftsman Garden Tractor 

baggers, mulcher and trailer. 

Works great $600. 

(860)974-9950 

Trees for 

Sale 

Evergreen Trees, Colorado 

Blue Spruce, Potted Trees, 

Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall. 

Excellent Privacy 

Border/Ornamental 

All 10 trees for $85. 

Call 508-278-5762 

Evenings 

Twin Bed 

With New Box Spring 

& Mattress. 

$250 

Call 508-949-8851 

Twin Loft Bed 

By Broyhill 

Built In Desk, With Light. 

7 Drawers & Bookshelves. 

$225 

860-779-2664 

TWO FIRESTONE 

LT/SUV TIRES 

Size P235/70R16, 

1 week old. $250.00. 

Trailer hitch fits Honda 

Pilot - $100.00. 

Coin-operated electric dryer, 

$250.00 

860-942-0368 

Unique Bar 

Solid Oak with lighted 

stained glass canopy, brass 

top and foot rail, 2 chairs, 

72” high, 64” wide, 22” deep. 

$1200 or BO. 

Call (508)450-5836 

Upright Imperial 

Commercial 

Freezer 


$150 

413-245-3429 

Used Restaurant 

Equipment 

10-50% Off Our 

Purchase Price 

Refrigeration 

6 Burner Stove 

Convection Oven 

Bar Top & Barstools 

Freezers 

Sinks 

508-347-5503 

Very Nice 

Oak China Closet 

Lighted mirrored back. Two 

glass shelves on top, two 

drawers on bottom. 

Measures 

72 1/2”H, 34 1/2 ”W, 17” D. 

Asking $450 

Call (860)779-7838 

WANTED 

1953 Worcester Junior 

College Class Ring 

508-791-7406 

Wedding Dress 

In sealed box. White with 

veil, worn once. $200 or 

best offer. 

Call (508)248-6601 

Weider Pro 240 

Weight Bench 

With Exercera Vinyl 

Barbell Set (150#) 

Brand New In Boxes 

$75 

Call (860)923-3833 

Welding Cable 

$2 per foot. New. 

Call (860)935-9193 

White Wedding 

Gown 

Never Worn 

Size 8, long sleeves beaded 

and lace. Terra mid length 

veil, cathedral veil, slip. Paid 

$1400 for all, asking $800 or 

best offer. Call 

(508)-365-8528 

Women’s & 

Teen’s Clothing 

Times Are Tough, Money’s 

Short. I Have An Array Of 

Clothes, All In Excellent 

Condition. Handbags, 

Boots, Sweaters, Etc. 

LOW LOW Prices! 

I’m A Call Away 

508-278-5745 

Women’s Burberry 

Prorsum 

Trenchcoat 

Size 14L, Tan, w/Zip-Out 

Lining. Excellent Condition. 

$500 

Women’s Burberry 

Prorsum 

Dress Coat 

Size 14 Petite, Brown, 


$400 

860-974-9946 

Women’s Designer 

Clothing 

Shoes & 

Accessories 

Shoes, Sizes 5-11 

Clothing Sizes 0-12 

40 Plus Crates!!! 

Excellent Second 

Hand Condition. 

Over 300 Pair Designer 

Jeans. 

Many High-End Items. 

860-974-9946 

Women’s Escada 

Coat/Jacket 

Cashgora/Angora Wool, 

Gold Color. US Size 10 Or 

12, Excellent Condition. 

$400 

860-974-9946 

Women’s Riding 

Leathers 

Size Small Walter Dyer 

Chaps, Medium Gloves, 

Fringe Coat With Two Liners 

(Medium), Harley Helmet 

(Small). 


$275 CASH ONLY 

508-341-9282 

Women’s Salvatore 

Ferragamo 

Leather Blazer 

Jacket 

Soft, Buttery, 

Golden Brown Color. 


Size 6 Or 8 

$200 

860-974-9946 

Wood Stove 

Small, Pedestal-Style 

With Glass Door. Black. 

Will Fit 16 Inch Logs. 

Good For Small Ranch Or 

Workshop. 


New Glass & Fire-Brick 

This Winter 


860-974-9946 

Wood Stove 

Vermont Castings Resolute 

$1595 

Call 508-347-3292 

Leave Message 

Wooden 

Quilt Frame 

3 Rail System - Folds 

Down. 2 Swing Arm 

Lamps Included 

Quilting Area Is 18” x 72” 

For Photos, 

Use This URL: 

www.flickr.com/photos/ 

mlm7154/sets 

Call 860-963-7932 

XBOX 360 

Premium 

20GB hard drive 2 wireless 

controllers, 1 wireless 

headset, 2 games, (Skate & 

Halo). Excellent condition, 2 

month old. Asking $450 

for all. 

Call (508)278-3317 

100 GENERAL 

107 MISC. FREE 

FREE 

45’ Storage Trailer 

Must Be Moved 

Before The Summer! 

508-885-3136 

860-888-5207 

FREE WOOD 

PALLETS 

You pick up. Monday thru 

Friday 8am-noon. 

Stonebridge Press 

25 Optical Drive 

(located behind Southbridge 

Hotel & Conference Center) 

109 MUSIC/ARTS 

Let Me 

Help You! 

Record Your CD 

Individuals/Groups 

Of All Kinds! 

$30/Hour 

(Block Rates Available) 

Also: 

Private & Professional 

Drum Lessons 

Call Jim At 

Sharp Recording 

Service 

508-765-0802 

www.batcavestudios.com 

130 YARD SALES 

Moving Sale 

Saturday, May 16th 

8am-2pm 

NO EARLYBIRDS PLEASE! 

Furniture, Exerciser, 

Lots of Christmas Decor, 

And Much More! 

36 Dufault St 

Putnam, CT 

Yard Sale 

Saturday, May 16th 

8am-??? 

481 Church Street 

Putnam, CT 

200 GEN. BUSINESS 

203 SNOWMOBILES 

2002 Polaris 

Edge X 

Electric Start, Reverse, 

2992 N. Maine Miles. 

$2800 Or BRO 

1996 Skidoo MXZ 583 

3717 N. Maine Miles. 

Runs Great. 

$1800 Or BRO 

508-949-7388 

2005 Arctic Cat 

F7 Snowmobile 

Low Miles, Real Fast. 

2005 Arctic Cat 

440 Z-Model 

Snowmobile 

Like Brand New! 

$7500 For Both 

508-987-9313 

Arctic Cat 

Snowmobiles 

2006 570 Panther 

2-Up, 579 Miles, 

Automatic Start & Reverse 

Like New 

1996 ZR580 

2300 Miles, Real Fast Sled! 

Take Them Both For $5900 

508-340-5334 

204 WATER EQUIPMENT 

1994 Sea-Doo 

Bombardier SP94 

With Trailer 

Excellent Condition, Runs 

Great. Seat Just Recovered, 

Low Hours On Jet Pump. 

Has Been Winterized, Will 

Need Cover. 

$1600 

Call Deb 

508-965-7077 

205 BOATS 

14 Foot V-Bottom 

Boat With Trailer 

25 HP Johnson Two-Stroke. 

Many Extras. 

$1750 OBO 

508-892-8898 

16 Foot 

Whitewater Canoe 

“Dagger Reflection” Model 

Red, Good Condition. 


860-774-2502 

16’ Hurricane 

Tri-Hull 

Ford 2.3L I/O, trailer, $2500 

Trolling Motor, 

Electric Winch, Evinrude 

Tanks, Bimini Top, 

'96 Conversion Van, 

Black Water Pipe, 

Gas Grill, Chiminea. 

518-480-1143 

1992 Sunbird 

19’ with trailer 

Cuddy cabin, fully equipped, 

low hours on engine. 

Very good condition. $7,900. 

Call 508-885-3689 

NOW AVAILABLE 

King-Sized Line Ads 

BIGGER SPACE!!! 

BIGGER TEXT!!! 

Get Yourself Noticed! 

As Low As $10 Extra 

Per Week 

(Conditions Apply, Call For Details) 

205 BOATS 

17 Foot Glastron 

Sierra 177 4.3 

Mercruiser I/O 

Only 156 Hours On 

Engine 

Power Steering, Trim 

Control, AM/FM Radio, 

Soft Top, Mooring Cover, 

w/Glastron Trailer, Skis, 

Vest & Etc., Maintenance 

Manuals and Supplies 

$8000 

For More Info Call 

413-245-7501 

1980 Galaxy 

Bowrider 

17’ Ski/Fishing., Fiberglass 

Hull, I/O Merc Cruiser 

Engine. Includes Cover 

And Trailer. 

Good Condition. 

Asking $2500 

508-885-5549 

1980 Grady 

White 24’ 

With 235 Johnston Motor 

(Overhauled 2004) And 

Holes Claw Break-Away 

Trailer. Standard 

Electronic, Cabin. 

Many Extras. Needs 

Cosmetic Work. 

$10,000 OBO 

Danielson, CT 

401-487-8677 

2001 Aquatron 

18’ with Trailer 

Bimini top, depth fish finder. 

Excellent shape, maintained 

my mechanic. Only 100 

hours on boat. NADA value 

$8630 before extras. Skis, 

towables all extras valued 

over $1200. Buy now. 

$7600. 

Call (860)928-2477 

2004 Sweetwater 

Pontoon Boat 

Well kept, 20 foot, seats 11. 

25 Yamaha 4 stroke/< 100 

hours. Asking $9750. 

Call (508)344-3075 

2006 17’ Maxum 

Boat 

with Karavan trailer bimini 

top w/boot cockpit & bow 

well covers power steering, 

AM/FM stereo, CD player w/4 

speakers, mercruiser I/O 

135HP motor. $15,500. 

(860)974-3334 or 

(860)377-0574 

2006 Bayliner 

185 Runabout 

135 I/O HP w/extended swim 

platform, custom cover, 

trailer, coast guard safety 

package, used at most 20 

hours. $13,750. 

Call (508)868-1972 

2006 Polar Kraft 

Kodiak V178 SC 

Great Family Boat. 

Tubing, Skiing, Fishing. 

◊ 17’8”, 92” Beam 

◊ Yahama F115 

◊ Sips Gas 

◊ Trailers Easily 

◊ MinnKota Trolling 

(70lb thrust) 

◊ This Boat Is Loaded! 

$16,000 

508-527-3820 

71 Chris Craft 31ft 

Flybridge Cruiser 

twin 327 engines sleeps 6, 

full head and shower, all 

fiberglass. $7350. 

Call (508)333-1790 

Johnson Outboard 

Motor 

4H.P. around 1979 model, 

have service manual. Bought 

on Ebay. Children bought a 

new Mercury for me. Had 

tune up at Action Marine. 

Ran once. $400. 

Call (860)5329 or cell 

(508)314-6373 

Larson 1997 

Ski-Boat 

19 Foot, With Volvo Penta 

Engine. With Trailer. 

$7000 

508-373-8413 

Mercury 5hp 

Outboard 

perfect, $750. 

Force 4 rigid inflatable, alum. 

10ft dinghy, $300. Road king 

trailer (dinghy/jetski) 14ft, 

perfect. $500. 

Call (860)881-9052 

260 ANTIQUES 

Route 169 

Antiques 

884 Worcester 

Street, 

Southbridge MA 

Looking to purchase 

antiques and 

collectibles, single items 

or entire estates. 

We buy it all also do 

on site estate sales and 

estate auctions. 

Call anytime, Mike 

508-765-9512 

265 FUEL/WOOD 

2 Cords Of Wood 

$125 Each 

Must Be Removed 

From Cellar 

508-769-6998 

Antique 1892 

Kitchen 

Wood Stove 

Magee Mystic Kitchen 

Coal/Wood Stove. With Side 

Copper Water Reservoir. 6 

Burners, Oven. 


Approx 30” Deep x 54” Wide. 

$2500 

Call Nancy 

508-867-3900 

Pellet Stove 

Whitfield Tradition 

By Lennox 

Free-Standing, Cast Iron, 

Hunter Green Enamel Finish. 

Replaced With Larger Stove. 

Completely Refurbished 

To New Condition. Works 

Perfectly, 6 Years Old. 

$1800 

Call 508-234-8139 

Vermont Castings 

Aspen Woodstove 

16” Firebox, Glass Front, Top 

Or Rear Vent, Brick Lined. 

Needs New Top, Easily 

Available From Dealer. 

Was $700 Retail 

$250 

Call 860-933-9184 

281 FREE PETS 

FREE KITTENS 

(7) 8-Week Old Kittens 

Of Various Colors. 

Call or Leave Message 

774-460-0049 

283 PETS 

AKC Beagle 

Puppies 

Good Bloodlines, Adorable, 

Smart, Well Socialized. 

Great Family Dogs! 

Vet Checked. 

Ready 4/15/09 

Parents On Premises. Private 

Breeder. 3 Male, 2 Female. 

$400 & $450 

508-949-7040 

Chinese Crested 

Puppies 

Hairless & Powder-Puff 

Sweet, Loveable Toy 

Hypo-Allergenic Breed. 

For More Information 

401-397-6499 

Lovebird Cages 

Many Types, Includes A 

Variety Of Bird Toys. 

Breeding Boxes, Supplies 

& Information. 

All Offers Considered. 

All Calls Returned. 

aviary-amore.com 

Spencer 

774-745-0173 

Puppies For Sale 

All Health Guaranteed 

First Shots & De-Wormed 

Family-Raised, With 

Lots Of Love. 

Now Available! 

American Bulldogs 

Basset Hounds 

St. Bernards 

All Registered 

$600-$800 

508-865-9860 

www.stowefarm.com 

Pure Bred 

Puppies 

Over thirty breeds available. 

Health checked/guaranteed. 

State licensed. 

www.laughlinkennel.com 

Laughlin Kennel 

Call 508-987-7161 

Shih Tzu Puppies 

For Sale 

2 Males, 1 Female. 2 Solid 

Golds And 1 Gold Brindle. 

Ready To Go Home. They 

Have Had All Of Their Shots. 

They Are Paper Trained And 

Crate Trained. Very Well 

Socialized With Kids And 

Dogs. Are Used To Being 

Groomed. They Love To Be 

Held, Kissed And Hugged. 

$700 

Please Call 860-377-9419 

Or Visit 

www.KingBuShihTzus.com 


Surrogate 

Mothers 

Needed 

From MA & CT 

Established Surrogacy Program seeks 

loving women to carry couples’ 

biological babies. 21-44, prior birth 

experience required, non-smokers, 

generous compensation. 

1-888-363-9457 

www.reproductivelawyer.com 

Melissa B. Brisman, Esq., LLC 

77 Market St., 2nd Floor, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 

285 PET CARE 

New Owners! 

New Energy! 

New Stuff! 

Boarding 

Luxury suites, 

walks, treats, & one on 

one playtimes available. 

Natural foods 

Reiki 

Flower Essences 

Feng Shui 

Daycare 

Daily/weekly rates 

Training 

Basic-Advanced 

Group or private 

Experienced caring staff 

Tours 10am-4pm 

Other times by appt. 

please! 

508-987-0077 

205 Federal Hill 

Road 

Oxford, MA 

www.starwoodpetresort.com 

286 LIVESTOCK 

Bagged Shavings 

Kiln-Dried Pine 

Paper Bags. 

3.25 Cubic Feet 

$4.75 Each (No Limit) 

Pick Up In 

West Brookfield 

Rock Valley Farm 

508-867-2508 

286 FEED 

First Cutting 

Hay For Sale 

No Rain 

Excellent Feed Hay 

$4.50 Per Bale 

Southbridge 

508-764-6376 

Firewood Also Available! 

295 BUILDING SUPPLIES 

Harvey Windows 

New - Still Wrapped 

(2) Big 41 1/2 x 57 

R.O. Double Hung, 

Vinyl, White 

Both For $300 

508-278-7835 

297 CHILD CARE 

Dr. Day Care’s 

Part-Time & 

Full-Time Rates 

Free Breakfast And Lunch. 

We Accept CT Care 4 Kids. 

Call (401)647-7421 

drdaycare.com 

298 WANTED TO BUY 

$ 

ROSS RECYCLING 

We Pay More!! 

All Scrap Metals, 

Cars, Trucks 

Batteries, 

Copper Wire, 

Appliances... 

64 Tucker Hill Rd. 

Putnam, CT 06260 

860-928-7165 

Looking For Old 

DeWalt 

Radial Arm Saw 

(10 Inch) 

The Older The Better. 

Must Have Solid Cast Arm, 

And Motor Must Run. 

Contact Neil At 

508-341-8335 

Thank You! 

Musical 

Instruments In 

Any Condition 

CASH PAID 

sellyourmusicalinstruments.com 

Local Affiliates: 

Wonderland Comics 

112 Main Street 

Putnam, CT 

(Ask For Dana) 

860-963-1027 

Gordon Music 

339 Main Street 

Southbridge, MA 

508-765-9352 

298 WANTED TO BUY 

WAR RELICS 

& 

WAR SOUVENIRS 

WANTED 

WWII & EARLIER 

CA$H WAITING! 

I’ll Come To You At 

Your Convenience. 

Over 30 Years Experience. 

Call: 1-508-688-0847 

All Calls Promptly 

Returned. 

Winter Pool Cover 

Wanted 

16’x36’ or 

16’x32’ With Stairs 

508-461-9477 

300 HELP WANTED 

310 GENERAL HELP 

WANTED 

Domino’s 

Pizza 

Immediate Openings 

Now Hiring Drivers & 

Inside Staff For 

Southbridge Location. 

Full-Time Or Part-Time 

Earn Excellent Money 

While Having Fun! 

Call Jared 

508-765-0822 

Driver 

Valet Parking Attendantto 

work at several locations 

in Worcester, MA. 

IMMEDIATE OPENING! F/T- 

P/T available. Potential to 

earn $11 and more to start. 

Great benefits heath, dental, 

401k plan, plenty of room for 

growth! Applicant must be 

over 18, must be able to 

drive standard 

transmission vehicles, have 

valid license, and prior 

customer service experience 

a plus!!! 

Please contact us at 

877-455-5552 or at: 

www.valetparkof 

america.com/employment 

Drivers 

School Bus - P/T 

Free CDL Training! 

No Experience Necessary 

Apply Online At: 

durhamschoolservices.com 

866-496-2726 

Lincoln Town Car 

Wanted 

2002 Or Later 

Chuck Gander 

508-335-1153 

Mystery Shoppers 

Earn Up To $100 Per Day! 

Undercover Shoppers 

Needed To Judge Retail & 

Dining Establishments. 

Experience Not Required 

877-787-6583 

Seeking Women 

21-65 With 

Depression 

For weight loss research 

study at UMass Medical 

School. Compensation 

provided. 

(508)856-6557 

BAProgram@umassmed.edu 

(Docket#: H-12315) 

Telemarketers 

Wanted 

Earn up to $10-$15 per hour 

Flexible hours 

between 9 a.m.-8 p.m., M-S 

90 Mendon St. 

Bellingham, MA 

508-966-9416 

325 PROFESSIONAL 

Our Reputation 

Is Everything! 

Carrie & Company 

Is Looking For A 

Few Good People! 

• Full Or Part-Time 

• Beginner Positions 

Available 

• License & References 

Required. 

Apply In Person 

CarrieAndCompany.com 

508-347-5589


400 SERVICES 

402 GENERAL SERVICES 

Call The 

Junk Man 

FREE BBQ Removal 

Removal of Metal, 

Appliances, 

Furniture, TV’s. 

Construction 

Materials. 

Cellars/Attics 

Cleaned. 

Small Building 

Demolition, Tires. 

Leaves Removed. 

Small Residential 

Moves. Trees Cut 

Brush/Limbs 

Removed 

Furnaces Removed 

Check-our-down-toearth 

prices first! 

Weekends also! 

Central Mass 

and Connecticut 

508-347-7804 

Mobile 

413-262-5082 

412 ELDER CARE 

SERVICES 

Private Care 

CNA Available 

For Position 

Full OR Part-Time 

30 Years Experience 

w/Dementia, M.S., 

Stroke, Etc. 

Licensed & References 

860-774-8534 

415 BUSINESS SERVICES 

Your Success 

yoursuccessforever.com 

(860)577-8055 

Logo 

Website Design 

Newspapers, TV & Web Ads 

Illustration 

Photography 

Microsoft SQL Server: 

Database Installation, 

Configuration, Maintenance, 

Optimization And 

Migration Services 

FREE 24/7 Support 

FREE Digital Promotion 

Emails To Your 

Existing Customers 

FREE New Logo Design 

FREE Delivery Of Your 

Monthly Newsletters Into 

Your Clients’ Email Boxes 

FREE PowerPoint 

433 CLEANING 

GO2DUMP 

Foreclosure Cleanups 

Fixing - Paint - HVAC 

Carpets - Flooring 


Turn-Key Service To Clients 

Specs w/Trash Removal 

860-923-7808 

Or Email 

GO2DUMP@gmail.com 

442 LICENSED DAY 

CARE 

*************** 

Per CT General Statutes 

19e-87b-5g, 

All advertisements for 

Daycare Services in the 

state of Connecticut must 

include your license/ 

registration number. 

454 HOME 

IMPROVEMENT 

JJ’s Home 

Improvements 

Call Today For A Free 

Estimate On Any Job! 

508-887-1914 

WE OFFER 

• Carpentry - Framing, 

Decks & Finish 

• Kitchen, Bath & 

Basement Remodeling 

• Painting - Interior & 

Exterior 

• Roofing 

• Tiling 

• Power Washing - Wood 

& Vinyl 

• Gutters - Hung, Cleaned 

& Gutter-Guard 

Installation 

We Are A Full Service 

Company Offering All 

Aspects Of Interior 

And Exterior Home 

Improvements. 

No Job Too Big 

Or Too Small! 

457 LAWN/GARDEN 

Johnny K’s 

Yard 

Service 

Got Limbs??? 

YARD & GUTTER 

CLEAN-UP 

____________________ 

Option 1 

Tree & Limb Removal 

From Ice Storm 

____________________ 

Option 2 

Tree & Limb Removal + 

Raking Yard + Spring 

Fertilization 

____________________ 

Option 3 

Complete Yard Service - 

Tree/Limb Removal, 

Raking, Spring Through 

Fall Yard Maintenance 

& Scotts 4-Step 

Fertilization, Bi-Weekly 

Lawn Cutting 

____________________ 

508-887-1914 

500 REAL ESTATE 


WANTED 

************** 

EQUAL HOUSING 

OPPORTUNITY 

************** 

All real estate advertising in 

this newspaper is subject to 

The Federal Fair Housing Act 


WANTED 

of 1968, which makes it 

illegal to advertise any 

preference, limitation or 

discrimination based on race, 

color, religion, sex, handicap, 

familial status (number of 

children and or pregnancy), 

national origin, ancestry, age, 

marital status, or any 

intention to make an such 

preference, limitation or 

discrimination. This 

newspaper will not 

knowingly accept any 

advertising for real estate 

that is in violation of the law. 

Our readers are hereby 

informed that all dwellings 

advertising in this newspaper 

are available on and equal 

opportunity basis. To 

complain about 

discrimination call The 

Department of Housing and 

Urban Development “HUD” 

toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. 

For the N.E. area, call HUD 

ad 617-565-5308,. The toll 

free number for the hearing 

impaired is 1-800-927-9275 

505 APARTMENTS FOR 

RENT 

Brookside 

Terrace 

$ $300 Off May Rent $ 

Affordable 2 Bedroom 

Apartments For Rent. 

Spacious, Fully 

Applianced. 

A/C In Every Unit! 

Starting at $759 

• Pool 

• Basketball Court 

• Playground 

• On-Site Laundry 

• Heat/Hot Water 

Included! 

INCOME LIMITS APPLY 

Section 8 Welcome 

Office Open From: 

Monday-Friday 

9:00am to 5:00pm 

Weekend & Evening 

Appointments 

Available 

Brookside Terrace 

11 Village Drive 

Southbridge,MA 01550 

(508)764-7675 

Douglas 

Large Two Bedroom In 

Elegant Older Home On Main 

Street. Includes Washer & 

Dryer. Partially Furnished. 

Separate Eating Area, 

Hardwoods, Plenty Of 

Storage! Parking Off-Street. 

No Smoking 

First/Last & Security 

$750/Month 

Call Cliff 508-476-1700 

N. Grosvenordale 

Spacious Half-Duplex 

For Rent 

3 Bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 Baths. 

For Inquiries, Call 

508-234-1510 

Webster 

Two Bedroom Apartments 

For Rent, First Or 

Second Floor, 

Large Living Room, 

Large Kitchen, Porch, 

Off-Street Parking. 

Section 8 Approved. 


Call 508-943-8807 


RENT 

OXFORD 

New 

Orchard 

Hill 

1 & 2 Bedroom 

Apartments. 

1 Month Free Rent 

Heat & Hot Water 

Included 

Must Income Qualify 

SECTION 8 

CERTIFICATES 

WELCOME 

Call 

508-987-8121 

EHO 

River Mill 

Village 


Very Spacious 

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom 

Apartments 

ONE MONTH 

FREE RENT 

Rents starting at $525 

*Must Income Qualify* 

Section 8 Vouchers 

Accepted 

•Recently Remodeled 

Building Exteriors 

• Close to 395 

• Adjacent to Riverside 

Park 

•On-site professional 

management and 

maintenance staff 

Please call 

(860)923-3919 

for more information 

Seely-Brown 

Village 

In Pomfret Center 

Is Accepting Applications 

For Their Waiting List. 

Seniors 62 And 

Older May Apply. 

Please Call 

860-928-2744 

Or Email 

seely.brown@snet.net 

For Information 

*Southbridge* 

Beautiful area near 

town central/post-office, 

large, peaceful 

2-bedroom home on 

private street, 

appliances 

w/dishwasher, oil-heat, 

fire-place, porch facing 

brook, nice yard, on/off 

street parking. 

Please call 

(508)579-4809 

www.geocities.com/ 

gregnmargo/home 


RENT 

Sturbridge 

Sturbridge Heights 

(Hall Road) 

Brand New Two Bedroom 

Applianced Apartments. 

Starting At $845/Month 

Also Available 

Two Bedroom, Includes 

Heat & Hot Water, 

Third Floor. First & Last. 

$895/Month 

Call (508)729-3429 

Sturbridge 

Two Bedroom Apartment 

In Nice Duplex. Living 

Room, Eat-In Kitchen. 

Minutes From Mass Pike 

And I-84. Washer/Dryer 

Hookups. 

First & Security Deposit. 

No Utilities Included. 

$850/Month 

Available 5/1 

508-882-9588 

Webster 

NORTH VILLAGE 

2 bedroom units 

starting at $760!! 

Heat and hot water 

is included. 

Must income qualify. 

Section 8 Vouchers 

Accepted. 

Please call 

(508)987-1595 

Webster 

Prospect 

Estates 

1 & 2 Bedroom 

Apartments. 

1 Month Free Rent 

Now Available: 

Historical Buildings 

Must Income Qualify 

SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES 

WELCOME 

Call 

(508)943-9567 

E.H.O. 

510 

COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS 

Southbridge 

6700 Sq.Ft. Commercial/ 

Retail/Industrial Space. 

Across From Dunkin Donuts 

(E.Main Street), 

Great Traffic Area. Newly 

Renovated/Painted. 

Snowplowing Provided. 

Call For More Information 

860-928-4155 

Sturbridge 

Spring Rent Sale! 

1/3 OFF 

Commercial/Office Space. 

NOW! Starting At 

$283 Per Month 

508-248-0847 

510 


Webster 

For Rent 

1000 Square Feet 

To 

14,000 Square Feet 

And Anything 

In Between... 

Owner Will Give You 

Price You Can’t Refuse! 

508-753-3670 

530 HOUSES FOR SALE 

Cocoa Beach 

Time Share 

First week in October on the 

beach, see the Rockets at 

Cape Canaveral. $2000. 

Call (860)774-2755 

Woodstock 

Completely Remodeled 

Split-Level Ranch. 4 

Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths. 

Large Family Room. 

Everything New. 

Located On One Acre 

With Beach Rights To 

Bungee Lake. 

REDUCED! $249,900 

Possible Lease Option 

Call 508-320-2175 

545 LAND/LOTS 

Webster, MA 

Beautiful Buildable 

House Lot 

1+ Acres. School Street, 

Webster, MA 

On Thompson, CT Line. 

Town Water, Town Sewer. 

$100,000 

860-935-9266 

546 CEMETERY LOTS 

Cemetery Lot 

For Sale 

Worcester County Memorial 

Park, Paxton, MA. 

Garden Of Heritage II, 609B, 

2 Lots (1 & 2) 


Call 508-347-3884 

Leave Message If No Answer 

Cemetery Lots 

for Sale 

Worcester County Memorial 

Park-Paxton, MA 

2 Lots (#408A) available in 

the beautiful Garden of Valor 

II. $5,000 for both. 

Call (508)987-0531 

CEMETERY 

LOTS: 

Two in the 

Garden of Valor 

at Worcester Memorial 

Park in Paxton. 

$1500/best offer. 

Please call 

508-885-5133 

Cemetery Plots at 

Worcester County 

Memorial Park 

in Heritage I. 2 lots. $1200. 

Call (508)987-6180 

Two Cemetery 

Lots 


Memorial Park 

In Paxton 

$900 For Each, 


Call Cheryl 

413-245-4181 

510 


510 


NOW AVAILABLE 

King-Sized Line Ads 

BIGGER SPACE!!! 

BIGGER TEXT!!! 

Get Yourself Noticed! 

As Low As $10 Extra 

Per Week 

(Conditions Apply, Call For Details) 

546 CEMETERY LOTS 

Two Lots 

Available At Worcester 

County Memorial Park 

In Paxton. 

Non-Selected. 

Asking $1200 For Both 

Or Best Offer 

508-867-0902 

Two Plots 

In Worcester County 

Memorial Park, Paxton, MA 

At Garden Of Heritage II 

$1500 OBO For Both 

508-864-7159 

WORCESTER COUNTY 

MEMORIAL PARK; 

Paxton, MA 

2 adjoining lots. 

Asking $1500 or Best Offer 

for both call (508)867-3820 


Memorial Park, 

Paxton 

4 lots in the Garden of the 

Cross, which is the oldest 

garden in the park. Value 

$7000, asking $6000. 

Will sell separately. 

Call (508)892-8685 


Memorial Park 

Paxton, MA 

Plots In Garden Of Honor. 

2 Lots & 2 Vaults. 

Asking $2700 For All 

774-745-0026 

Please Leave Message 

550 MOBILE HOMES 

14x70 Mobile 

Home 

W/56ft addition which 

includes 24x12 den, 14x12 

work room w/sink and 18ft 

porch w/handicapped ramp. 

Large hallways/doors, for 

wheelchair. New 

roof/windows. $98K plus 

park share. 

Bill, (508)347-5463 

1983 Mobile Home 

14’x70’, Liberty Brand. 

Two Bedroom, 

All Remodeled With 

Attached Screenhouse. 

Park Share Included. 

$69,000 OBO 

508-867-5043 

Brookfield 

Nanatomqua Mobile 

Home Park 

(55 And Over) 

2 Bedroom with 1-1/2 

Bath, Living Room, Large 

Kitchen, Laundry Room 

With New Appliances, 

And Door To Back Porch. 

REDUCED 

$79,900 

508-868-4662 

550 MOBILE HOMES 

Mobile Home 

For Sale 

Dayville CT 

12 Conrads Park 

(860)774-8884 

Mobile Home 

For Sale 

In Sturbridge Retirement 

Co-Operative. 

44x23, 5 Rooms, 1 1/2 Baths 

(1068 sq.ft. Gross Living 

Area). Air Conditioning, 

Corner Lot, 2 Sheds. 

For Appointment 

508-347-9370 

Retiring? 

Think Of A Mobile Home 

In A Beautiful Park In 

Sturbridge. 

Two Bedrooms, One And 

One Half Bath, Deck, Patio, 

New Roof, New Windows, 

And Many Updates. 

seerealtor.com 

$89,500 

508-347-8791 

Sturbridge 

Mobile Home 55+ 

1 Bedroom, Ideal 

Location, Close To 

Everything. New Floors, 

Carpets, Paint, Windows, 

Shower, Cabinets & 

Counters. Newer Furnace, 

A/C & More. 

Washer/Dryer. 

$37,500 

508-347-7027 

Sturbridge Retirement 

Community 

Completely Rebuilt In 2002. 

New Floors, Walls, Doors, 

Windows, Kitchen Cabinets, 

Bathroom. Carpeting On All 

Floors Except Kitchen & 

Bath. New Vinyl Siding. 

508-735-9639 

Temporary 

Storage 

Problems? 

Utilize This 14x70 

Mobile Home! 

Large Rooms, Plenty 

Of Open Space. 

First $2500 

Takes It Away 

(860)774-6989 

Year Round 

or Winter 

Home 

This 1475 sq. ft. 2 

bedroom 2 full bath, fully 

furnished, like new home 

inside and out, is in a 

beautiful 55 and older 

gated community. It’s 

located in Fort Pierce, FL., 

just minutes from beaches 

and great fishing. Many 

other extras. $79,900. 

Make an offer. 

Call (508)779-0311 

700 AUTOMOTIVE 

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 

(3) Continental 

Contra-Track Tires 

Size P245-65R17 

On Polished Aluminum 

Premium Wheels, Excellent 

Condition, Lots Of Tread! 

$100 Each 

Or $250 For All 

Fits 2003-2008 Envoy, 

Trailblazer, Rainier & 

Ascender. 

508-347-9629 

(4) 17 Inch Rims 

With Tires 

6 Lug 

$700 OBO 

860-933-6369 

4 Cooper Weather 

Master S/T Tires 

Steel Belted, 205/65 R15 

Like New $150 

4 Cooper Weather 

Master S/T Snow 

Groove Tires 

225/55 R17 

Like New $200 

508-867-2560 

Evenings 

Snowplow 

Western 7’ Steel 

Good To Great 

Condition 

Fits Tacoma 1997-2004 

$995 OBO 

860-923-9047 

Third Row 

Bench Seat 

For Ford Expedition 

(Eddie Bauer) 

Tan Leather, Excellent 

Condition. 

Fits Model Years ‘97-’02 

$150 

860-935-0039 

Tires & Rims 

Black custom rims and 

Yokohama tires, 16x7, 

205/55R16C 

Sell $275 or best offer. 

Call (860)974-1043 

Truck Cap 

6’ 4” Sedco, “Ford Style”, 

Fiberglass Truck Cap. Front 

& Side Sliding Windows, 

Locking Rear Door, Clamps 

& Seal. Colored Red. 

Taken off Toyota Tacoma 

Extra-Cab. 

$400 

860-974-1349 

Truck Cap 

Chevy/GMC, 

Color Match “Pewter”. S-10, 

X-Cab, Fiberglass. Hi-Rise, 

Sliders, Locks, Roof Rack 

Brackets. 


860-974-7099 

Truck Rails 

Chrome Tube For 8’ Bed 

Great Condition 

$95 For Set 

GM Chrome 

Slotted Wheels 

15”, 5-Lug Bolt Pattern 

For Full-Size GM. 

$200 Set Of 4 

454 Complete 

GM Block 

With Fuel Injection 

$1200 

508-259-8805 

720 CLASSICS 

1953 Ford 

2-Door Sedan 

Mild Custom, $11,000 

1955 Oldsmobile 

4-Door 

Original, $10,000 

1975 Ford Flatbed 

$1600 

1953 Ford 3/4 Ton 

Pickup 

Solid, Needs Restoration, 

$2500 

Collection MUST BE SOLD! 

978-760-3453 

1973 Green 

VW Beetle 

Recent Engine, 

Good Tires 

Best Offer 


1978 Corvette 

Silver Anniversary Model 

Limited Edition, Runs 

Strong, Looks Real Sharp! 

Excellent Driver. L82 

Engine, T-Tops. A/C, 

Tilt Wheel. 

$7900 

Serious Inquires Only! 

508-340-5334 

1984 Firebird SE 

H06, air, auto locks doors & 

windows. Cast wheels, 

Chapman. Best offer. 


1985 Buick 

Riviera 

Must Sell My Beautiful, 

Restored Pride & Joy! 

135k Original Miles. Pretty 

Blue With Black Landau 

Roof. Plush Interior. 

Mechanically Good. 

$2500 OBO 

508-476-1721 

1987 Chevy 

Monte Carlo LS 

Light Blue, 2-door hard-top, 

5.0 V8 automatic, perfect 

velour interior, 1-owner, 

120K miles. Bought new at 

Diamond Chevrolet. Very 

good condition, 

runs great. $1999. 

(508)347-9386 

(207)646-6288 

1995 Toyota Supra 

Twin-Turbo, Stock, 6-Speed. 

Original. 60k, 

Black-On-Black, Leather, 

Two-Owner Car. 

$50,000 FIRM 

1973 Pontiac 

Trans-Am 

4-Speed, With 455cu. White, 

Burgundy Interior, Original, 

Matching Numbers. 90k. 

$50,000 FIRM 

508-344-2660 

Antique Black 

Jaguar 

1972 XJ6. Body, paint and 

chrome nearly perfect, New 

Michelin pin stripe tires and 

many spare parts. 

Best Reasonable Offer. 

Call Tom (Spencer) 

(774)745-0173 

725 AUTOMOBILES 

$500 Police 

Impounds! 

Cars/Trucks From $500! 

For listings 

800-559-4138 ext. 3468 

1967 Mustang 

Coupe 

289 C.I. 3 speed manual 

transmission, 63K original 

miles, excellent condition. 

$14,500 or best reasonable 

offer. Serious inquiries only 

please. 

Call (860)428-9455 

1981 Mercedes 

Benz 240D 

Original Owner 

$4,000 

860-774-0587 

1985 Fire-Engine 

Red Mazda RX7 

1.1L Rotary Engine. 

Mint Condition. 

Single Owner, 54k Miles. 

Always Garaged, No Rust, 

Sunroof. 

Runs Beautifully. 

$5000 

508-845-9237 

1986 Camaro Z28 

305, 4-Bbl, Auto, Nice Body. 

Red Paint, Iroc Wheels, 

Flowmaster, KNN, Tints, 

CD/Amp, Racing Seats, 

Tune-Up And More. 

$2500 OBO 

860-774-6567 

Leave Message 

1987 Cadillac 

Brougham 

White, Sun Roof, Alarm, 

Alaways Garaged , 85k Miles 

$4,995 


1989 Camaro RS 

350 Auto, T-Tops. 

Too Many Extras 


1985 Merkuer 

5-Speed XRT4 

Sunroof 

$2000 

1967 GMC 

Dump Truck 

HM7700, V-6, 5-Speed & 

2-Speed Rear 

$2500 

(860)428-3478 

1989 Lincoln 

Town Car 

Tuned Up Engine. About 7k 

Miles On Engine, Car In Good 

Running Condition. 

Must Sell As I Am Not 

Able To Drive For 

Medical Reasons. 

Appx. 30 mpg(Highway). 

Can be seen at 7 Church Rd 

in Eastford. 


860-974-1190 

1990 Mustang GT 

Convertible 

Burgundy paint with Black 

top. Runs/sounds great. Just 

tuned up. Everything works. 

Ready for Spring/Summer 

cruising. $4500. 

Call Charlie 

(401)523-5670 

1992 Dodge 

Stealth 

Red, Mint Condition. 

$6500 OBO 

508-347-3613 

1993 Cadillac 

Fleetwood 

Florida car. 46k miles, 

regular gas; 17-18 in city 

27-28 highway. Fully loaded, 

Light Blue with Light 

Blue leather interior. $6200. 

Call (508)832-3029 or 

(508)272-3433 

1995 Geo Prizm 

110K miles, Red, 4 door 

sedan, recently, 

reconditioned, new starter, 

runs great. 

Moving must sell quick!! 


Call (508)341-4434 or 

(860)857-4168 

1995 Buick 

LeSabre 

4-Door, Fully Equipped. 

Female Driven, New Battery, 

Always Garaged. 

$2350 

1979 Ford F-350 

4x4 With Plow. 49k Original 

Miles. Some Rust On Bed, 

Good Frame. 

$1650 

978-760-3453 

1995 Honda 

Accord 

Only $500! 

Runs Great 

For Listings 

800-559-4138 xL273 

1996 Oldsmobile 

Ciera 

Navy Blue, good mechanical 

condition, a few cosmetic 

scratches. Asking $2400. 

Call (860)928-2624 

1997 Ford 

Explorer XLT 

85k Miles, Loaded, 

One Owner. $3500 

Scott’s Riding 

Lawn Tractor 

20HP, 48” Mower Deck, 

With Bagger. $800 

860-382-5928 

1997 Olds Regency 

Nice solid driver 105K 

highway miles, loaded with 

moonroof, needs nothing. 

Asking $3500. 

Call (860)974-3022



1998 Chevrolet 

Malibu 

New brakes and tires. $2700 


Call (860)753-1103 

1998 Ford 

Contour LX 

Blue. Reliable, Runs Great, 

133k. Good Tires, 

Recent Brake Job. 


508-892-9212 

1999 Audi A4 1.8T 

82k Miles. 19” Chrome 

Wheels, Body Kit, Custom 

Paint, Plus Many Extras. 

Asking $9,800 

or best offer 

(508)717-9244 

1999 Buick 

Century 

4-Door, Original Owner. 

$4500 OBO 

508-277-5944 

1999 Buick Park 

Ave 

Loaded, like new, leather, 

122K miles. $4500. 

Call (508)752-8683 

1999 Ford 

Escort LX 

4-Cylinder, 4-Door, 5-Speed. 

Over 30 MPG. Excellent 

Condition 

Retails For Over $3000 

$1,900 OBO 

508-754-2323 

1999 Ford 

Mustang 

6-Cylinder Automatic, 94k 

Miles, White. Power Seats, 

Windows, Locks & Steering. 

Very Good Condition. 

$4495 

Call 508-764-4570 

1999 Ford Ranger 

Extended Cab Pickup 

V6, 4.0L 

131,780 Miles. Recent 

Tuneup, Tires, Brakes. 

Runs Well. 

$3500 

(Book Value $6000+) 

860-923-1848 

1999 Mercury 

Cougar 

92k, V6, 5 Speed, All 

Options. College 

Forces Sale 

$3800 OBO 

Call 

508-476-3907 

508-335-1283 

2000 Chrysler 

Sebring 

Convertible 

97k Miles, No Repairs 

Needed. Carfax Report 

Provided. 

$3500 Firm 

860-634-4632 

2000 Dodge 

Caravan 

59,600 miles, White, 

excellent condition. 

Non-smoker, am/fm/cd, 

recent tires. 

Asking $3900. 

(508)317-7092 

2000 Ford 

Escort ZX2 

5-Speed, 86k Miles, 


$2000 

Call 774-230-9583 

2000 Ford 

Mustang GT 

$13,500 OBO 

Candy Apple Red, 

Pristine Condition! 

33,010 Miles. 

Fully Loaded, Including 

MagnaFlow Exhaust, 

AEM Intake, Lojack. 

Stored Winters. 

Serious Inquiries Only 

860-923-9618 

2001 Subaru 

Forrester 

Standard, Recent Brakes, 

A/C, Roof Racks. Looks 

& Runs Great. 

$5,500 OBO 

508-987-3244 

2002 BMW 325ci 

Convertible 


38,883 Miles. Automatic 

Transmission With Sports 

Shift Mode. Grey Leather 

Heated Seats. Car Is Loaded. 

Harmon-Kardon Sound 

System, Premium 

Wheels, Etc. 

$19,999 

Contact Josh 

508-885-7085 

2002 FORD F-150 

4-door king cab, extra clean. 

75,000 miles. 2 WD. 

$8500.00 firm. 

Call 508-243-2157 

2002 Lincoln LS 

Black/Tan, Leather, 40k, 

Fully Loaded, Chrome 

Rims/Grill/Rocker 

Panels/Pillars, 

Brand New Snow Tires, 

Extra Set Of 18” Chrome 

Rims with Tires. New 

Brakes 

Sharp Car! Mint! 

$13,500 obo 

774-289-9074 

2004 Subaru 

Impreza WRX 

All-Weather Edition, Sunroof, 

Heated Seats & Mirrors. 

Custom Green Paint & 

Spoiler. 5-Speed. 

Asking $14,900 OBO 

Call 774-289-3929 

Or 508-764-7986 


2002 Lincoln 

LS V8 

***MUST SELL*** 

Luxury-comfort-style-all-in 

this Metallic Silver 2002 

Lincoln LS-Loaded with a V8. 

Automatic transmission, A/C, 

power heated memory seats, 

power windows, power 

locks, power mirrors, 

sunroof, leather interiors, 

alloy wheels, alpine premium 

stereo, six disc CD, air bags 

ABS tilt wheel cruise control. 

This vehicle is in fabulous 

condition, must see. If you 

are in the market for a 

Lincoln LS, don’t pass this 

one! Even and iPod 

Direct Connection... 

$11,495 obo. 

Call 888-457-2333 

2002 Mitsubishi 

Gallant ES 

Runs Good, Rear Quarter 

Dented, Replaced Engine. 

$2400 

508-987-2045 

2003 Ford 

Mustang Mach 1 

Azure Blue with Black 

leather. 18K miles, like brand 

new. Couple after 

market parts. $17,500. 

Call (508)987-8486 

2004 Chevrolet 

Monte Carlo LS 

Black/Grey, Excellent 

Condition, 43k Miles. 

$8000 

508-987-1350 

2004 Nissan 

Maxima SE 

Very Good Condition, 

125k Miles. 

$8000 

Troy-Bilt Roto Tiller 

8HP, One Owner 

$800 

South Killingly 


2005 Chrysler 

Pacifica 

AWD, 138k Miles, Mostly 

Highway. New Tires, Great 

Family Car, Well Maintained. 

$6500 OBO 

Photos Available 

Call Bill & Andrea 

860-377-0396 

860-928-1064 

2005 Ford 

Focus Sedan 

4-Door, Automatic, 53k 

Miles, A/C, CD/MP3 Player, 

Red, Gray Interior, Keyless 

Entry, Power Windows & 

Locks, Dependable, Great 

Gas Mileage. 

$7500 NADA Book Value 

Asking $6800 

508-868-3043 

2006 GT Mustang 

Convertible 

Bright Red, Black 

Top/Interior. Automatic, 49k 

Miles (Mostly Long Trips). 

Shaker 1000 Sound System. 

Stored In Winter. Ford 

Anti-Theft & Lojack. 

MUST SELL! 

$22,000 

508-987-0947 

2006 Scion XB 

Still In New Condition! 

Has 19k Miles On It. Carries 

Platinum Warranty, Good 

Until 2012, Or 70k Miles. All 

Options, 35-40MPG, 

Burgundy Exterior. 

Excellent Inside/Out. 

$12,800 

508-943-5954 

2006 Toyota 

Corolla CE 

Metallic Gray. Manual, 45k, 

Good Condition. 40 MPG. 

REDUCED! 

$8999 

508-347-3280 

2006 Volkswagen 

Jetta 

Black, fully loaded, leather, 5 

disc CD changer, heated 

seats & mirrors, sunroof, 

front, side & rear air bags. 

$14,900. 

Call (508)949-6914 

2007 Dodge 

Charger SXT 

Only 1,400 Miles, Pearl-Coat 

Red, Grey Interior. 3.5L V6, 

Lots Of Toys. NO Bank Lien 

$19,595 OBO 

Must See! 

Sharon 774-287-2031 

Corvette 1988 

Excellent Condition. New 

T-Top, Tires & Interior. 

Over $11k Invested. 


1-508-943-1128 

1-508-341-3164 

Wanted 

Old Camaros 

1967-1969 including parts, 

pieces in any condition. Will 

consider other models. 

Call (860)633-0869 

732 SPORTS UTILITY 

1994 Jeep Grand 

Cherokee Laredo 

170k Miles, Engine Runs 

Great. Has Special Features. 

Recently Repaired. 

$2200 FIRM 

Call Sarah In Dayville At 

720-841-0455 

732 SPORTS UTILITY 

1995 Ford Explorer 

Sport Utility 

4WD, Automatic, V-6, A/C, 

Tilt, Cruise, Power 

Windows/Locks. 138,500 

Miles. Dark Green, w/Grey 

Leather Interior. 

AM/FM/CD/Cassette. 

$3000 OBO 

860-774-0757 

Ask For Art 

1995 Jeep 

Wrangler 

Black, Hard-Top, Solid & 

Clean. New Brakes, Exhaust, 

2 Sets Of Tires 

(Winter/Summer), 

Automatic, 6-Cylinder. 

$5000 

508-943-3005 

1998 GMC Jimmy 

Sport Utility 4D 

V6 Engine, 4WD, 

Automatic Transmission, 

92k Mileage, Excellent 

Condition, Loaded. 

Asking $4995.95 

860-928-6853 

2001 Chevy 

Blazer LT 

Second Owner, 6-Cylinder, 

Electronic Shift-on-The-Fly 4 

Wheel Drive. Very Clean, 

Runs Great, Needs Nothing! 

94k Miles, 22MPG. 

Asking $6000 

508-864-3846 

2004 Jeep 

Liberty Sport 

Silver, 49k Miles. 


CD/AM/FM Radio. 

Asking $14,200 

774-364-1133 

Or After 5pm 

508-886-7184 

Ask For Linda 

2004 Subaru 

Forester XS 

CD, A/C, Sunroof, Etc. 

Pictures & Details At 

www.woodstock4sale.com 

Very Clean. 

Asking $11,000 

860-428-4381 

740 MOTORCYCLES 

1969 BSA 250cc 

Ready To Ride. New Fork 

Tubes & Gaiters, Speedo 

Cable, Battery, Tires & Paint. 

Very Good Condition. 

$2750 OBO 

860-974-1912 

Afternoons & Evenings 

1983 Suzuki 

1100cc 

Motorcycle 

Model GS1100G 

Used Only 3 Years. Has 

Since Been Kept In Storage. 


Must Be Seen! 

Call 508-234-5012 

1987 Yamaha 

XV535 Motorcycle 

59,920 Miles, New Battery, 

Owner’s Manual, Service 

Manual Included. 

$900 OBO 

Call Robert 

508-987-5167 

1994 Harley 

Davidson 

Dyna Wide Glide. 19K miles, 

good shape, extra lights, 

extra chrome, forward 

controls. $7500. 

Call (508)864-3198 

1996 Honda 

Goldwing SE 

Excellent condition, must 

see, loaded. Asking $10,500. 

Call Steve (860)963-9030 

1998 Harley 

Davidson 

1200 Sportster 15,500 miles, 

excellent condition, 

registered, many extras! 

$7000 or BO 

508-764-8754 

1999 Harley 

Davidson 

Motorcycle 

Dyna Wide Glide. 

18k Miles. Some Extras. 

$9000 

Call 508-943-5911 

2000 Harley 

Davidson XL883 

Custom 

Pearl Blue, Screaming Eagle, 

Carb/Pipes, Forward Pegs, 

Drag Bars, Fat Boy Back Rim, 

21” Spoked Front Rim. Lots 

Of Chrome Added, 1,493 

Miles, Flawless. 

Asking $5800 

860-792-1168 

2002 Harley 

Davidson XL 1200 

Dealer serviced, 5000 

original miles, many 

screaming eagle accessories. 

Red Black, lots of chrome, a 

must see @ $6500. 

Call (860)774-7615 

2002 Harley 

XLH 883 Sportster 

9500 Miles, Crash Bars, 

Highway Pegs, Saddle Bags, 

Passenger Pegs & Pillion, 

Custom Grips. 


Looks & Runs Great. 

Asking $4500 

860-617-7335 

2005 Aquila 250 

Cruiser 

356 miles, showroom 

condition, bike can be seen 

at 364 Main Street, Oxford. 

$2700. 


740 MOTORCYCLES 

2003 Kawasaki 

Nomad 

Red On Tan, 1500cc, 6300 

Miles. Shaft Drive, Water 

Cooled, Hard Bags, 

Windshield, Floor Boards 

Front/Rear. 


Includes: Helmet, 

Leather Chaps, Tourmaster 

Summer Jacket. 

$7,800 

(860)779-0414 

2003 Yamaha 

YZ125R 

Mint Condition, Garaged. 

Hardly Ridden. 

$2000 

Call 508-254-8663 

After 4pm & Weekends 

Or 508-248-5466 

And Leave Message 

2004 Harley 

Davidson Ultra 

Classic 

5500 miles, $17000. 

Call (508)943-0242 

2004 XL 883 

Harley 

Davidson 

3400 miles, lots of 

upgrades, mint 

condition, handles 

great. $7200 or best 

offer. Won’t last long! 

Call (508)347-8969 

2005 Honda VT750 

Shadow Spirit 

Mint Condition, Low 

Mileage, Always Garaged. 

Pearl Blue/Metallic Silver 

Flame, Chrome Backrest. 


Call 860-792-0506 

2005 Yamaha 

TTR90 Motorcycle 

3-Speed Transmission, 

Electric Start. Purchased 

Brand New Off Showroom 

Floor, But Never Used. 

ZERO Miles On Bike. 

Paid $2000 

Asking $1500 

I Have All Paperwork 

508-765-9431 

2006 Harley 

Davidson 

Sportster XL883C 

White with saddle bags. 

2,091 miles. $6000. Also 

Harley helmet, jacket and 

gloves for sale. 

Call (508)949-0621 

50cc Red SCOOTER 

Average 85 MPG. No 

Reg/MC License For CT/MA. 

Great For City, Or RV-er’s 

Mint, Garaged. 

Only 75 Miles. 

$1750 

Pair Of Red Helmets 

$100 


860-974-3470 

Dirt Bike 

2003 Yamaha YZ 125 

Barely Ridden, Never Raced. 

Excellent Condition. New 

Renthal Handlebars & Grips. 

New Front Tire. 


Call 860-928-1466 

Motorcycle Or 

Scooter 

Joe Hauler 

CARRIER 

Off-Ground With Ramp & 

Straps. Fits 2-Inch 

Pickup Or RV Hitch. 

$225 


860-974-3470 

745 RECREATIONAL 

VEHICLES 

1998 Kawasaki 

750 Xi Sport Jetski 

Two seater, new battery and 

recently serviced. Excellent 

condition. Includes trailer 

and cover. $2500 or best 

offer. Call (508)234-0252 

1998 Polaris ATV 

Magnum 425, 4x4 

Complete $2000 Overhaul 5 

Years Ago. Used Very Little 

Since. Needs Battery. 

Asking $3000 

508-885-3136 

860-888-5207 

2004 90cc Polaris 

Predator ATV 

Excellent Condition, 

Aftermarket Lights, Brand 

New Battery, New Tires, 

Electric And Kick Start And 

Runs Like New. Garage Kept. 

Comes With Kids Racing 

Boots & Gloves. 

A $1600 Value 

For $900 FIRM 

“A REAL MUST SEE”, 

Moving, Must Sell! 

Call Randy 

508-765-5097 

2004 Honda 

Foreman 

Rubicon 500cc 

“very low miles and hours” 

must sell. baby on the way!!! 

used 25 times tops. $5000 or 

best offer. 

Call (860)315-7167 

2005 Honda 

Rancher 4-wheeler 

2x4, Army Green color, 

extremely low mileage, used 

mostly for yard work. 

Asking $2800 

INCLUDES TRAILER 

Must Sell! 

Call (860)779-9756 

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 

*NEW LISTING* 

Camper 

35 Feet Long, 8 Feet Wide 

Komfort Brand. 

$4000 

860-974-0083 

860-928-4584 

10 Foot Travel 

Trailer 

Excellent Condition, Heater, 

A/C, Microwave, DVD, TV, 

Refrigerator, Sink, Stove. 

Sleeps 4-6. 


860-974-0742 

1982 Van 

Motor Home 

19 Feet, Has Hot & Cold 

Water, Full Bath. 16 MPG 

(City), 19 MPG (Highway). 

Heater w/Thermostat, 

Registered & Insured. 

Appraised At $6,500 

$4500 OBO 

508-754-2323 

1985 Wilderness 

Camper 

Sleeps 6, Very Good 

Condition 

All Original Paperwork, 

Lots of New Parts. 

$3000 or best offer 

860-774-0100 

1989 24’ Terry 

Travel Trailer 

Excellent Condition, New 

Battery, Tires, & More. 

Receiver & Sway Bars 

Included. Must See To 

Appreciate. 


508-885-6215 

1990 Nomad 

In Campground 

Sleeps 6, Screen & Rain 

Room On Deck, New 

Plastic Shed, 3-Burner 

Gas Grill, Deck Funriture, 

Or Towable With P/Jack. 

Many Extras 

Best Offer! 

413-433-1479 

1991 Ford Tioga 

Class-C Camper 

25k Miles, Mint Condition. 

Full Sized Bed In Back. 

Sleeps 6 

MUST SELL! 

$10,000 

860-935-9266 

1994 Class-A 

Motor Home 

31 Foot Challenger 

M-310-Ford-460 

20k Miles, Very Good 

Condition. 

Asking $8000 

Tow Vehicle Available! 

508-832-3164 

1995 Allegro Bay 

28 foot diesel RV, 15,000 

miles (original) sleeps 5, 

$24,000. 

Call (860)774-4331 

1997 24’ 

Dutchman Pop-Up 

Camper 

Model 1007 

Sleeps 6 

Great Condition. Heat, 

Refrigerator, Stove, Etc. 

$2700 

413-537-0619 

1998 Lance 

Squire 9800 

Truck Camper 

11’ 3” A/C, electric jacks, 3 

burner stove/oven, sleeps 5, 

30 gallon propane tank, 

generator ready. Full dry 

bath, solar panel, 2 awnings, 

double sinks. 

$6800 

Call Mike (508)949-9174 

2001 24 ft. Travel 

Camper Trailer 

All works, call for details! 

Call from 8am-7:30pm. 

Best time to call 

4pm-7:30pm 

(508)867-6124 

SEASON SPECIAL! 

$5,500 

2001 7000 lb Car 

Trailer 

Made by CarMate. Asking 

$1800. 

Leather Sofa and Love 

Seat 

Black. Paid $1000, 

asking $500. 

Treadmill by Sportcraft 

has cupholder, $250. 

2 Dog Pens 

$50 for both. 

Call (860)774-3989 or 

(860)617-1371 

2001 Fleetwood 

Elkhorn Truck 

Camper 

Like new, used only a few 

times. Fits 6’ truck bed. 

Queen, sleeps 4, all 

amenities, asking $8,700. 

Must see! Truck also 

available. 

Call (508)892-8861 

2001 

“Woodland Park” 

Beautiful Custom Design, 

40’ Park Model Trailer. 

Sliding Glass Door 

Entrance, Full Bath, 

3 Slide-Outs, Sleeps 8 

Central Air 

Winter Insulation Package 

Paid $47,000 New. 

Asking $29,995 OBO 

617-524-6220 

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 

2002 12x40 Park 

Model RV 

(like brand new) on beautiful 

lot in campground can be 

used for a full 6 months (15 

April-15 October every year) 

Lot paid for until 2097. 

$48,000 

Call Don (508)344-9499 

2002 Citation 

31Ft. Travel 

Trailer 

$13,999. One owner, kept on 

site, nice camper, includes 

back ladder, spare tire, 

awning, electric jack, sleeps 

6, lots of storage, huge 

bathroom, queen bed, 1 large 

slide-out in living room & 

dinette area. Pictures on 

www.breezybendrv.com 

Call (508)987-1519 for 

more details 

2003 Trail- 

Cruiser 

26’, queen bunk house, light 

weight, stereo, micro, A/C, 

heat, 6 gallon hot water, 

tub/shower. $8000 firm. 

Call (508)579-8141 

2004 29’ 

Springdale 

Travel Trailer 

Super slide, A/C, sleeps 6, 

like new, $13,500. 

Call (860)753-0185 

2004 Sunliner 

T2199 

Stable Jack, Patio Awning, 

Furnace, AM/FM/CD Player, 

Spare Tire, Outside Shower, 

Monitor Panel, Skylight, TV 

Antenna, A/C, Enclosed 

Bathroom, Shower. 

Unit Like New, Very Clean! 

$8995 

860-774-2984 

2005 Fleetwood 

PaceArrow 37A 

Motorhome 

18K miles, loaded, no 

pets/smokers. Two slide 

outs, tv’s A/C’s & furnaces. 

Electric awning & levelers, 

workhorse 8.1L Vortec w/5 

speed, lots of extras. 

Low $90’s. 

Call (508)885-4727 

2006 Big Horn 

Camper 

3200RL, 35ft Fifth Wheel. 

Two Slides, King Sized 

Bed, Fireplace, Lots Of 

Storage, Generator. 

Like New! 

$34,000 OBO 

860-774-4620 

2006 Camp 

Out Truck Cap 

Gray, 6ft with sliding front 

window & side windows & 

locking back window. Used 2 

months, brand new. Stored 

in heated garage. Fits 2005 

Ford F-350 Truck Super Cab. 

$1100. 

(508)729-9177 

32 Foot 2004 RV 

On Waterfront 

Lot 

On 1 1/2 Mile Lake, 

In Beautiful Resort 

Campground 

$39,999 

508-989-8165 

35’ Park Model 

Trailer 

Fully equipped, furnished 

with 10’x35’ attached 

enclosed room. Heated, A/C, 

friendly neighbors, large 

field, family activities, access 

to new built in pool, 

inexpensive comfortable 

living, located in Woodstock 

CT. Park open April-Oct. 

$40,000 includes lot. 2009 

assessment and the R.E. Tax 

(508)278-7616 or 

(508)450-0689 

Coleman Niagra 

Pop-Up 

Great Condition! Heat, 

Inside/Outside Stoves, 

Slide-Out Dinette, 

Refrigerator, Inside/Outside 

Shower, Toilet, Lots Of 

Storage. Sleeps 6-8. 

Asking $7500 

508-248-5620 

Prowler Travel 

Trailer 

1999 Model 27X 

27 Foot Trailer, Sleeps 

Seven With 2 Bunks. 

Full Shower/Bath. Excellent 

Condition, Only 2 Owners, 

Rarely Used. 

Must Sell! 

$4800 

Please Call Allison 

860-942-3201 

Wells, Maine 

2005 40’ Breckenridge 

Park Model Home 

Enclosed Room Addition, 

Plus Screen Room & Deck. 

Double Loft, Sleeps 10. 

Fully Furnished & 

Landscaped. 

Meadow Ledge Resort 

May-October 

$75,000 

508-278-6123 

760 VANS/TRUCKS 

1969 GMC Pick-Up 

6ft Stepside, 350 V8 4 bolt 

main, chrome stacks, three 

on the tree headers, 

edelbrock, much more. 

Call for details, 

(860)963-1000. Leave 

message 


1985 Ford F-600 

Box Truck 

low miles, runs good, needs 

some new brake lines. $1000 


Call (508)922-3936 

1989 Chevy 1500 

Short bed Z71 off road. 


Call (774)280-2480 

1989 Chevy Van 

$900 

774-289-1321 

1990 Chevy S10 

4-Cylinder, 50k Original 

Miles, 5-Speed, Red. 

Amazing Condition 

$2000 Firm 

Call 860-928-0395 

1992 GMC 

Diesel Truck 

UPS Truck-Style, 

Aluminum Grumman Body, 

Shelves. Rebuilt 

Transmission/Motor, 

New Fuel Tank, Radiator, 

Steering Box. Dual Wheels, 

11’ Area Behind Seats 


14,100GVWR 


508-867-6546 

1994 Chevy 3/4 

Ton 

350 V8, 2WD, excellent 

condition, 190k miles, new 

tires, recent brakes and 

tuneup. $3000. 

Call (774)272-1192 

1994 Ford F150 

XLT 4x4 Xtracab 

Pickup 

Looks Good, Runs 

Excellent! V8, PW, 

PL, Cruise, 5-Speed, 

Cold A/C. 

$2,900 OBO 

2003 Honda 

TRX250 EX ATV 

Runs Great! Looks Great! 

$2100 OBO 

860-634-0581 

1996 Chevy 

K3500 Pickup 

6.5 Diesel, Auto, 4x4, 8’ Bed, 

149k. New Batteries, Tires, 

Front-End Bushings, Brake 

Lines, Bedliner, Fuel 

Tank/Pump/Lines, Engine 

Cooler Lines, Clean. 

$9000 

860-779-2568 

1996 Ford E-250 

3/4 Ton Heavy Duty, 

Extended Utility Van. 

75k Miles On Engine, 

186k Original Miles. 

Well Maintained. A/C, 

Tool Shelves. Great For 

Floor Coverings! 

$2100 

Call Mike 

508-269-2420 

1996 Town & 

Country LXI Van 

240k Miles, Recent Sticker 

& Tires. Needs Exhaust. 

$900 OBO 

Call 508-943-3812 

Or 508-259-9403 

1997 Chevy Tahoe 

Beautiful Maroon & Grey 

All Major Parts Replaced, 

Good Tires, High Miles, 

Leather. 

Wife Got Another Car. 

$2500 Cash Takes It! 

Runs Strong 

508-615-2540 

1997 Dodge 

Dakota Sport 4x4 

Power everything, 122K 

miles, looks good, runs 

good. Rhino spray on 

bedliner. 

Asking $4000. 

Call (508)867-3741 

1997 F150 

4x2, third door, six 

passenger, V6, 116K, A/C, 

6-CD changer, power 

windows/locks, tow 

package, runs great, one 

owner, always maintained, all 

recent brakework done, very 

clean, some rust, 

dependable. $4500. 

(508)277-7829 

1998 Nissan 

Frontier Pickup 

4 cylinder auto, bedliner, 

$4700. 

Call (508)499-6748 

1999 Ford 

Ranger 

5 speed, 2WD, 181K miles, 

bedliner, ladder racks, 

alloy wheels, 

PRICE REDUCED 

$1,800 OBO 

Call (860)779-0818 

2001 Dodge 

Dakota Sport 

Extended cab, Blue, 80K 

miles, very good condition, 

bed liner, like new. $6900 or 

best offer. 

Call (860)779-7807 

2001 GMC Sierra 

Turbo Diesel 4x4 

Pick Up 

94,000 miles, loaded, 

leather, $15,500. 

Call (860)753-0185 or 

(860)779-1886 evenings 

2002 GMC Safari 

4.3L, AWD/ABS/Cruise, 

New Tires, Seats 8, Fr. 

Green, Clean 

$8000 

860-963-7484 


2002 GMC Safari 

4.3L, AWD/ABS/Cruise, 

New Tires, Seats 8, Fr. 

Green, Clean 

$8000 

860-963-7484 

2003 Chevy 

Venture 

75K miles, in very good 

condition. Asking $6000 or 

best offer. 

Call Tatyana, 

(508)949-6082 

2003 Dodge 

Ram 1500 

Extended cab, 4.7L, 4WD, 

runs excellent, bed liner. 

$8100. 

Call (508)347-7832 

2003 Ford 

Ranger XLT 

Long bed with liner, 3.0 liter 

v-6, 5 speed auto, 26k , 

excellent condition. $8900. 

Call (860)963-7458 

2003 Isuzu NPU 

16 ft Box Truck 

V8 automatic transmission, 

power steering, power 

brakes. Runs great, very 

clean, 10 ft loading ramp. 

$10,000. 

Call (774)230-1437 

2003 Silverado 

2500 HD 

Crew cab, 6.0, auto, 4x4, 

grey, loaded, leather, 

tonneau, chrome step, tow 

package, excellent condition. 

Call (978)697-0706 

97 Dodge 

Conversion Van 

Excellent Shape 

$4700 

Or Best Offer 

Call After 5pm Or 

Weekends 

860-917-7381 

“California” 

1967 F-250 

Service Truck 

with lumbertack. New 

engine, 6x6x10’ (enclosed). 

2-3 Motorcycle Trailer 

Haulmark 2006 Harley 

“Dyna” Street Bob, Black 

cherry, 2000 miles. 

12 foot, pungo 120, kayak 

with paddle, vest. 

(951)522-0573 

Truck Cap 

White Fiberglass, With 

Sliding Windows, Tinted 

Glass, Cargo Rack. 

4 Years Old, Fits ‘97-’03 

F-150 Extended Cab (6’ Bed). 

Asking $500 

508-736-3114 

765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 

CAT D8H 

Bulldozer 

Cable Blade - Power Shift 

Runs Good 

$12,000 

(860)928-3477 

767 VEHICLES WANTED 

$ 

ROSS RECYCLING 

We Pay More!! 

All Scrap Metals, 

Cars, Trucks 

Batteries, 

Copper Wire, 

Appliances... 

64 Tucker Hill Rd. 

Putnam, CT 06260 

860-928-7165 

High-top Mini 

Wheelchair 

Van Needed 

In excellent running 

condition with fully 

automatic wheel chair lift 

and closing doors. 

Please leave message 

(508)764-2807 

Junk Cars & 

Trucks Wanted 

Paying $50-$300 CASH! 

No Title Needed! 

Call Jess Auto Removal 

401-639-9398 

We Pick Up Cars 

7 Days A Week! 

Lincoln Town Car 

Wanted 

2002 Or Later 

Chuck Gander 

508-335-1153 

VEHICLES FOR PARTS 

1987 Chevy 3/4 

Ton Pickup 

Had Fire In Engine 

Compartment. Had 

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