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VOLUME 20 NUMBER 5 PLAINVILLE’S HOMETOWN CONNECTION FEBRUARY 2017 Firefighters HONORED The Plainville Firemen were honored for the years of their volunteer service to the town. Certificates were presented from the Town Council by Vice-chairman Scott Saunders. State Senator Henri Martin and State Representative William Petit recognized the long-serving firefighters with citations from the General Assembly. Dennis Wynne 10 yrs., Thomas Borio 40 yrs., Mark Cahill 25 yrs., State Rep. Henri Martin, Details of the presentations Jeffery Johnson 35 yrs., State Rep. William Petit, Fire Marshal Larry Sutherland 40 yrs., and other Town Council News Keith Matteson 5 yrs., Lt. Michael Dietrick 15 yrs., Unable to attend Lt. William Gammon 15 yrs. are on page 8. Photo by: David Laurie TOUR Downtown Plainville Pages 31- 32- 33 & 34 Take a peek Town Manager’s Report...................... 4 Schools in Review.........................12 & 13 Cross Word Puzzle................................15 IT Jim.....................................................16 AAA Speaks Out...................................19 To Your Health......................................20 Locator Page..........................................27 February Birthdays..............................30 Obituaries............................. 35, 36 & 37 Pet Page.................................................39 PAGE 2 PLAINVILLE’S HOMETOWN CONNECTION FEBRUARY 2017 Make America Great Again! Petit Sworn In The PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION Celebration Prepares for First Term as The Bristol Republican Town Committee hosted the event on State Representative Receives January 20th at The Lyceum in Plymouth. Members of the Committee Assignments 31st District Bristol, Terryville, State Representative William Plainville, Southington, Thomaston, A. Petit, Jr. (R-22) of Plainville was Burlington, Harwinton and Wolcott sworn in as state representative for came together to celebrate with their the 22nd General Assembly District. very own Inauguration Party. Petit was among 20 other Republican freshmen who took the Pictured with the “Honored Guest” from Plainville Left to Right are: oath of office and vowed to serve their Bill Davison, Pierce Schmidt, (President Trump poster), Louise Schmidt districts over the upcoming two-year and Barbara Davison term. Petit states he is committed to fighting for common sense policies that help Connecticut businesses LincoLn’s birthday & grow and thrive while reining in state spending and restoring fiscal health. trump victory dinner “I am thrilled to be officially starting my first term and I look Friday, February 17th-VFW Post#574 forward to working on behalf of the people of Plainville and New Britain and the Everyone is Welcome state of Connecticut,” Rep. Petit said. “There is much work to be done and I am ready to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle.” Regardless of Party Affiliation!! For the 2017-2018 legislative term, House Republican Leader Themis Klarides appointed Petit to serve on the General Assembly’s Appropriations, Details of the event on Page 9 Public Health, and Commerce Committees. Paid for by The Plainville Republican Town Committee, Duncan May, Treasurer Rep. Petit took the oath of office and was sworn in by Secretary of State 14 Church Street, Plainville CT 06062 Denise Merrill on Wednesday January 4th in the State House Chamber. He then participated in a Joint Convention of both the House of Representatives and Senate Plainville as Gov. Dannel Malloy addressed lawmakers about the 2017 legislative session. Community Fund Announces 2017 Officers Byron Treado, Chairman Robyn Poulos,Vice-Chairwoman Carol Staubley, Sectarary Ken Gnazzo, Treasurer The Community Fund Committee meets on the first Friday of each month at the Municipal Center at 9 A.M. 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Will Host This Year’s Event For a subscription to the Hometown Connection please mail a check for $20.00 to: Catered by Pagliaccis Restaurant SEND A GIFT OF HOMETOWN NEWS TO OUT OF TOWN FRIENDS & FAMILY Friday, February 17th-VFW Post #574 Plainville Hometown Connection, Attn: Lynn Cassidy 27 Sherman Street, Plainville, CT 06062 7 Northwest Drive- Details on Page 7 P-l-a-i-n-v-i-l-l-e faves and raves Here are some of your favorite places, people or things around town to rave about this month! { Joe raves} Did my Christmas shopping at DBK Family Jewelers. Am I glad I did, the service was wonderful. It truly was with peace of mind shopping. I know nothing about diamonds and got their true advice, which was really appreciated. Pagliaccis Restaurant is my favorite place to dine {Pat faves} because the staff help take special care to remember your likes and dislikes. My special macroni, dressing for my salad and what wine I perfer. Also top self service. {Agnes raves} If you have not yet visited Lessard Lanes on New Gnazzo’s Britain Ave. yet, you are missing the boat! We 73 East Street, Plainville, CT attended the Family Time Celebration, Bowling, Mini Golf, and Lunch. New owners, Great job Phone (860) 747-8758 FAX (860-747-8463 and a special Good Luck!! “Where you will always find the Freshest and Finest Grocery Needs” Email your “fave or rave” in today to be in the MARCH issue. Praise “ Happy Valentine’s Day your contractor for doing a good job or tell us about your favorite From Our Family to Yours” restaurant, store, or service you received by a professional. E-mail [email protected] 860-747-4119 ~ Gnazzo’s Catering Center ~ Thank you!! Email your faves and raves to share it with everyone! Satisfies All Your Party Planning Needs! Let’s hear what you have to say, we need your comments! You can count on us for