Robert Mayer, Patch Staff
- Berlin, CT
Bob Mayer has been an award-winning journalist for over 20 years, working at The New Britain Herald, The Middletown Press and The New Haven Register. His most recent assignment was as the Managing Editor of the Berlin Citizen, and it is there that he saw the need for community journalism in his hometown.
Born and raised in Berlin, there is little that goes on in town that Bob doesn't know about. He will make this site the must-bookmark site for all Berlin residents to know anything Berlin-related.
Bob is a father of three who enjoys coaching high school and youth sports. He is also involved in many community events such as the Berlin Relay for Life, the Berlin Lions Club and running the Scalise-Mayer Memorial Golf Tournament each year in memory of his parents and uncle. He has three children, Rianne, 12, Rebecca, 11 and Rory, his son, 8.
Bob's interests include playing golf with his friends, sports of all kinds, politics and live music.
While he loves all kinds of music from country to rap, he is an avid Bruce Springsteen and U2 fan.
Politics
I am the ultimate independent. Whatever is right for our town and country regardless of how we get there is the best way to go.
Religion
Raised Roman Catholic and a member of St. Paul Church, I believe there is more after this and believe in a higher power. A great line from a song goes something like this, "I don't need no proof to tell me 'bout heaven, I look at my children and I believe.".
Local Hot-Button Issues
There are many issues in town that need to be addressed and will be addressed in the near future. The largest being the renovation of the high school, which has a Public Hearing set on Dec. 21. Other major issues are the proposed Police Station on Farmington Ave. McGee's air quality issues, which are being repaired as we speak and, of course, economic development, in this time of the poor economy nationwide.
Posting Activity
Berlin|News|
CIRMA Recognizes the Town of Berlin for its Risk Management
The Town is recognized for making workplace safety and risk management a priority within the Town’s operations.
Berlin|News|
Many Outdoor Events In Berlin On Trails Day Weekend, June 1 and 2
Hikes, Walks, Bird Watching, Farm History all on the agenda for Trails Days.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
West Hill School Collecting Soccer Balls to Aid 'Kick For Nick'
Kick for Nick is an organization that was created by the parents of a fallen CT solider, Nick Madaras.
Berlin|News|
LIVE LUNCH CHAT: Talk Skin Cancer Prevention with Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer
Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer will be taking your questions on skin cancer prevention at noon on Thursday.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
LIVE LUNCH CHAT: Talk Skin Cancer Prevention with Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer
Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer will be taking your questions on skin cancer prevention at noon on Thursday.
Berlin|News|
State Rep. Joe Aresimowicz Happy Scandal Behind Him
Despite his name being brought up several times during Braddock trial, Aresimowicz is bolstered by support.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
DOT Commissioner Redeker Urges Ferry Groups To Get Into Schools
He says that poster contest, adding ferry history to curriculum might help market ferries with ridership.
Berlin|News|
Berlin Town Council selects CIL Development to buy and develop Depot Crossing on Farmington Ave.
Committee proposes CIL be chosen and Town Council votes unanimously to approve.
Berlin|News|
Hubbard Fifth Graders Put On Concert And Graduate From DARE Program
Principal Al Souza calls it 'the beginning of the end' as fifth graders march toward graduation.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
How to Help the Tornado Victims of Moore, Oklahoma
Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces from Monday's massive tornado.
Berlin|News|
How to Help the Tornado Victims of Moore, Oklahoma
Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces from Monday's massive tornado.
Berlin|News|
Police Blotter: April 17 to 29
The following information was supplied by the Rocky Hill Police Department. The list reflects charges filed and arrests made, but does not indicate convictions.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
Rocky Hill, Glastonbury, Hadlyme Legislators, Residents Share Views On Proposed Ferry Fare Increase
Department of Transportation Commissioner Jim Redeker gets to meeting despite rail troubles in Fairfield-Bridgeport.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
May is National Melanoma Awareness Month
May is Melanoma/Skin cancer Detection and Prevention Month
