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|
Shooting Range Meets Opposition At P&Z Meeting
Residents and business owners don't oppose gun store but fear shooting range.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
Update: Man Shoots Woman, Barricades Himself Then Found Dead
The woman from the Westage Condominiums in Rocky Hill was reportedly hospitalized following the shooting late Thursday evening, multiple TV sources reported.
Berlin|News|
Update: AP: 27 Dead, 18 Children, at Sandy Hook Elementary School
A gunman shoots at staff, children at a Newtown elementary school.
Berlin|News|
Berlin Fire Department Holding Fill The Boot Monday Night
All proceeds will go to aid victims of Newtown elementary school shooting.
Berlin|News|
Increased Police Presence At Berlin Schools At Dismissal
Public schools react to Newtown shooting.
Berlin|News|
Community Update
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
Rocky Hill Real Estate Sales: Nov. 29 to Dec. 11
Twenty Five Pena Drive sells for $725,000.
Berlin|News|
Berlin Police Blotter: Dec. 4 - Dec. 9
The following arrest information was supplied by local police departments. It does not indicate a conviction.
Berlin|News|
Berlin Police Department Recognizes Burger King Employee For Bravery
Assistant Manager kept robbers and employees calm during incident.
Berlin|News|
Berlin Police Blotter: Nov. 30 to Dec. 3
The following information was provided by the Berlin Police Department. Inclusion on this list does not indicate a conviction.
Rocky Hill, CT|News|
West Street Facility Sells for $1.9 Million
Several other houses sell in the $250,000 range in this week's Rocky Hill real estate transactions list.
Berlin|News|
Internet Safety Expert Will Speak At McGee Middle School
Justin DoBosh, a college student with a background in predator awareness and who has appeared on Fox News and Katie Couric Show, will be holding a parent night on Jan. 3.
Berlin|News|
End of the World: Is the Apocalypse Really Coming on Dec. 21?
The Mayans may or may not have predicted the apocalypse will occur on Dec. 21 — less than two weeks from now. Do you buy it?
Berlin|News|
Police Announce Results of December 6 DUI Checkpoint
Thirteen motor vehicles were towed and several others were hit with charges on Thursday.
Berlin|News|
All I Want For Christmas Is A Park And Recreation Program
Plenty of programs can be used as gifts for children or adults.
Berlin|News|
Championship Week: Hillhouse Has Endured Rocky Road To Get To Title Game
Academics lost to Hand, saw Xavier come from 49-21 deficit to beat them 50-49 and had their head coach suspended in grade tampering scandal.
Berlin|News|
Man Missing From New Britain Home
His daughter lives in Berlin and is looking for your help.
