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Historic Leos Group Forms in Millis

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The Leos have officially come to Millis. On Monday, December 8, Representatives from District 33K Lions Club and The Millis Lions Club ceremoniously welcomed the first charter of the Millis Alpha Leo Club at Millis High School Auditorium. As family members and friends looked on, 31 young members of now the 42-member strong club intently listened to the advice and instruction of their elder group before being sworn to abide by its traditions and values.

District 33K Zone 10 Chair and Millis Lions Club President, Debbie Hayes, told the group, “Leo stands for Leadership, Experience and Opportunity … Leos are the youth arm of Lions Clubs International. They are the young men and women ages 12-18 who are dedicated to making their community a better place.” Hayes explained that motto of the 98-year-old, 1.4 million member Lions Club International is “We Serve.” She added, “Our hope is these individuals (Leos) will be carrying

forth that tradition. You are the future of our world. Each one of you possesses the desire, the passion, the need be here.” Hayes applauded their parents and teachers as well, for instilling the virtues of commitment and dedication to the Lions, their school and their community. She added that the experience will be lifechanging, benefiting the Leos themselves. “There is nothing better than making someone feel great,” she said.

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Forty-two young people have been inducted into the first ever Leo Club of Millis, guided by The Millis Lions Club. Shown here are those high school students sworn in on December 8, 2014, welcomed by The Millis Lions and other members of The Lions Club District 33K. Lions, from left, include District 33K Region S Chair and Medway Lion, Diana Faust, District 33K Governor and Medway Lion, Patricia Kalicki, District 33K Leo Advisor and Wrentham Lion, Gregg Stahl, Millis High School English Teacher, LEO Advisor and Millis Lion, Mark Caulfield, and District 33K Zone 10 Chair and Millis Lions Club President, Debbie Hayes. Photo used with permission courtesy of The Millis Lions Club.

A.L.A.R.M. 2079 Robotics Team Gears Up for FIRST Robotics Competition By J.D. O’Gara The first Saturday of the month, they get their assignment. The team of 14 high school kids, power-tool wielding and tinkering with parts such as gears, motors and pulleys, This year’s A.L.A.R.M. (A Lot of Awesome not to mention the Robot Makers) 2079 Robotics Team will get its for the FIRST Robotics Competition cool plastic pieces assignment on Saturday, January 3. The group will have sixthey generate in the weeks to build a robot to beat the competition 3D printer they won in this national event, in which they will compete as a prize, will get locally at Northeastern University. their assignment for the FIRST Robotics Competition FIRST stands for “For Inspira(FRC), a national competition held tion of Science and Technology,” locally at Northeastern University. The organization, co-founded by Then, the 4H A.L.A.R.M. (A Lot Dr. Dean Kamen and Dr. Woody of Amazing Robot Makers) 2079 Flowers, was created to inspire Robotics team will go back to its kids to pursue careers in scirented space at the old Thomson ence, technology, engineering Press Building on Dean Ave. in and mathematics. According to Franklin and embark on what they the A.L.A.R.M. Robotics Team call their “build season” to meet a website (alarmrobotics.com), this six-week deadline to design and non-profit public charity reached construct a robot up to 120 pounds, not including battery and bumpers, robot that will beat the competition. continued on page 4 ERA Key Realty Services Turn Your Dreams Into Reality

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Joining The Millis Lions in welcoming the groundbreaking young group was District 33K Region S Chair and Medway

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Lion, Diana Faust, District 33K Governor and Medway Lion, Patricia Kalicki, and District 33K Leo Advisor and Wrentham Lion, Gregg Stahl. The elder Lions instructed elected Leos officers in the responsibilities of their roles before swearing them in. Millis Lion and last year’s Millis Lions King Laurie Ricciardelli had a hand in getting the Leos group formed. “Last year as King, I wanted to see a Leos group formed,” says Ricciardelli, so I talked to the club about it. We needed someone to spearhead it, and we had just inducted Mark Caulfield, and he took the ball, put out the feelers in the High School, and within a week’s time, over 20 kids responded. Now, there’s about 30 tonight and more interested.” Mark Caulfield, Millis Lion and a 10th grade English teacher at Millis High School, will act as advisor to the group. Caulfield approached Danielle Ciolfi last year to encourage her to form a Leos group as her senior project. “We had a club last year called ‘Benefactor,’ and I was co-president,” says Ciolfi, voted by her peers to be President of the Millis Leos. The Benefactors, says Ciolfi, worked on various com-

Now, as Leos, says Ciolfi, the younger group would receive some direction from the Lions. “There’s a lot of positive energy with the members of this group. They want to serve,” says Caulfield. “They have lots of enthusiasm, and being affiliated with the Lions helps organize and channel that enthusiasm.” Millis High School Principal Robert Mullaney says he thinks the new Leos organization is “fantastic. The Lions are a great organization. They do so much for our school, our community and our kids.” Mullaney says he was thrilled that Danielle proposed this as her senior project and that Mr. Caulfield, involved with the Lions, can lead them. “To have this many students involved in the inaugural (group) just blows me away,” he says.

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King Philip (KP) Regional High School. They are open to any local teens who want to join. “I found out about the team through one of my friends, and he said it was a really fun club and you learn all about robotics,” says sophomore Kevin Yu, of Plainville, who goes to KP. “I went, and it was, like, awesome,” he says. Harris Taube, a Medway sophomore, is in his third year with the group. He also found out about it through a friend. He says he went and “got hooked, and I’m a captain now. It’s been a lot of fun, the

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Millis Couple Sees Signs of Business Potential By J.D. O’Gara Their families warned them not to buy the house. Melanie and Brian O’Neil, not yet married, HAD bought a big old house on Ridge Street in Millis. They’d brought both their families there to meet. Brian was from Scituate, Melanie lived in Wakefield. They’d decided if they moved to the Metrowest, one thing was certain, they both wanted “a cool old house, with plenty of room to grow.”

came up with the idea that we should make some signs,” says Brian. “I thought it was a great idea, because we had all this wood leftover, but none of the pieces were long. The only way we could make it was to turn it sideways .” The couple created the signs, with their families’ names, on the bits and pieces leftover from the floor they installed. Little did we know when we gave the signs, we’d be where we were today,” says Melanie.

“When we bought the house, it was a complete disaster,” says Melanie. After they put in an offer and had home inspectors come, the families met at Noon Hill Grill in Medfield.

Melanie, who’d always been involved in helping small businesses grow, and Brian, who’d studied design and had worked in sales and creative manufacturing, became signmakers.

“They all said to us, whatever you do, don’t buy this house,” laughs Melanie.

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The couple didn’t listen. “Essentially, because we had so much to do here, we had to become really good do it yourselfers,” says Brian. “We decided to embrace the rustic charm of it rather than try to make it modern.” One way of doing that, in their living room, was to rip out ugly red carpet and put in some old, reclaimed wood. “That project we did right before we got married. When we needed gifts for our families, we couldn’t find anything personalized. Mel

They explain that the sign style occurred, really, by chance. “We just made them based on what we had and how we had to make it,” says Melanie. “If we had had a big, long board, we just would have made it, and story would have been shorter.” The two set about making signs once a week in the garage, despite

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b.Luxe Brings the Red Carpet Treatment Home Your average local hairdresser probably doesn’t have magazine covers with his or her work lining the sides of her studio, but then, b.Luxe, which recently expanded its open loft space after three years in the Medway Mill, isn’t just any salon. Its owner, Heather Cohen, and her staff have transformed not only brides for about 120 weddings a year, but photo shoot models for clients such as Self Magazine, Modern Bride, Stuff, the Improper Bostonian, Pottery Barn Kids, Reebok, Showtime’s “Dexter,” promotional materials for “The Walking Dead,” Puma and Timberland, People Magazine’s StyleWatch and the cover of Boston Magazine’s Wedding Issue (twice).

her eight stylists and four makeup artists, reaches this high level of expertise in one particular way – education.

“We have four employees here who are agency represented, which is unique to the area,” says Cohen, who says b.Luxe also authors trend columns for both Massachusetts Wedding Guide and Bride and Groom magazine.

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“I schedule two to three classes a month for my stylists. I want to have the best educated stylists in the area,” says Cohen, who invests about $20,000 annually to make that happen. Cohen is so assured that her stylists are top notch that she even welcomes outside stylists to take part in the professional development, as long as there are chairs for them. “Everyone benefits from education,” says Cohen. “Our clients know they can trust any other stylist in the salon to see them,” says Cohen.

“I had a client whose husband was a famous photographer. She had wanted to do a test shoot. I was excited to do it, but had no idea what I was doing,” says

Cohen. The photographer saw the images, she says, and asked her which agency she worked with. “I had no idea what he was talking about,” laughs the entrepreneur. By chance, she says, she later recanted the experience to a woman in her chair, who just happened to have a lifelong friend that ran a top Boston agency. “And then it grew from there,” says Cohen, who later brought her two stylists, Nicole and Erica, to the agency and adds that her makeup artist, Gina, is also represented by the agency. “The honest truth is, we got really lucky, but luck will only take you so far,” says Cohen, who regularly travels to New York to style for agency clients. “We’re really, really good at what we do.” Cohen, who says she wants her local clients to be able to come into her studio and really feel at home. “Every salon says they specialize in cuts and colors, but we really do.”

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Her staff, she says, “will do your daughter’s hair for prom, but also get Miss Greece ready for the cover of Boston Wedding Magazine,” says Cohen. “We’ll give the perfect blonde highlight, and then we’ll go do a commercial for Reebok. You’re going to get that Hollywood treatment. You’re going to get that red carpet hair. We want clients to feel like a million bucks when they leave, like it’s never looked so good,” says Cohen. Right now, the movie star treatment is extended through a refer-

ral promotion Cohen is offering. “Whoever refers us the most clients through November 1, 2015 will win a trip for four to Disney,” says Cohen, who adds that those spreading the word don’t have to be clients to win the trip. b.Luxe is located on the second floor of The Medway Mill, at 165 Main Street. For more information, visit bluxehairandmakeup.com, or to make an appointment, call (508) 321-1624.

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Millis Science Students Get Hands On with Biotechnology By J.D. O’Gara It’s not every day students in a high school science lab get to create and view recombinant DNA. Thanks to a program funded by the Amgen Foundation and Division of Science at Harvard Uni-

versity, students in Milllis High School got to work with state of the art equipment for three weeks in December as part of a Workshop in Biotechnology. Teacher Erin Cheney was accepted into the free Amgen

Students in Erin Cheney’s class at Millis High School work with the teacher (shown, center) using high tech equipment provided by the Harvard Life Sciences Outreach Program and Amgen. Cheney, who took part in a free program offered at the University this summer, is now able to bring this state-of-the-art biotechnology equipment to the school for three weeks per year.

Biotech Experience Teacher Program, which is designed to provide high school biology teachers with a hands-on opportunity to perform biotechnology techniques currently used in research and industry. “I trained this summer at Harvard for two days,” said Cheney, who explained her training, which she took in mid-July, will allow her the opportunity to bring this equipment to Millis High School every year. Teachers who participate are eligible to use an Amgen Biotech Program kit, valued at $20,000, in their school for a three-week period during the school year. This kit contains equipment, materials and reagents needed to perform eight biotechnology laboratories. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate with other teachers in their schools to maximize the kit use while at each school. Teens in her class were able to create a recombinant piece of DNA, said Cheney, using DNA from a sea anemone and E.coli. On the day Local Town Pages visited, students didn’t

Millis students work with equipment from the Amgen Biotech Program kit, valued at $20,000. The experiments offer the chance to simulate how real-life biotechnology medicines are created.

know it yet, but they were about to shock an E.coli cell so that it took up DNA they made. “It will grow, and they will be able to see if it has cells of a sea anemone,” said Cheney. Why on earth would her class want to do that? “It models the production of insulin,” explained Cheney. Students in both the honors and college levels par-

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There Is No Better Time than NOW to Replace Your Windows! The recent fluctuations in energy costs have many homeowners worried about when the next time costs will spike. Many people are looking at various ways to conserve energy, save money and contribute to a greener world. Various ideas include shutting off their air conditioners to updating to Energy Star qualified appliances and replacing existing light bulbs with modern LED units. These are all good ways to save money, but the best way to save on your energy Doug Masters bill is to replace the windows in your home. the house just doesn’t stay warm. Did you know that at least 30% And those old windows aren’t of the heat or air-conditioning doing any good at keeping the in your home is lost through the heat out and the cool, air-condiwindows? And, the older your tioned air in during the summer. windows are, the higher the per- So, you’ll have to turn up the air centage of heat or air-conditioning conditioner just to keep the house loss. Furthermore, replacing win- comfortable. dows doesn’t just apply to people with antique homes. Even if your home was built in the 80’s or early 90’s, it’s time to replace the windows. Today there are more energy efficient windows on the market than those available 15 or 20 years ago.

So, what will it cost to replace your windows? New windows may range anywhere from $400 to $1,800 each, depending on the brand of window. Higher end windows, such as Marvin, offer the best performance and look better. Anderson and Harvey windows are also good windows that are easier on the budget and perform well.

But is the investment really worth it? Yes. New windows will see you through at least the next 25 years, and energy cost savings will offset the cost of them. Let’s say you decide to keep the windows you have now – which are probably letting heat out in the winter. You’ll have to set the thermostat higher and or your heating system will be on more because

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quirements of the federal tax rebates and get it in writing on the quote before you buy. Low-E glass will reflect heat energy and still admit visible light, which allows for more heat transmission through the glass in the winter, yet less heat transmission through the glass in the summer. A window with Low-E glass provides the same insulation value as if you added another pane of glass. Look for exterior clad with maintenance free materials. Make maintenance easy on yourself by choosing tilt wash windows. The sash on these windows tilts in, so it is easy to wash

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Medway Morning Knitters Group Keeps Community Warm By J.D. O’Gara Imagine knitting nearly 8,000 items. That might be difficult for one person to accomplish, but it’s nearly what a group of Medway morning knitters has achieved in their effort to knit and crochet for those in need. The Medway morning knitters group is starting their eighth year of knitting and crocheting for the needy in Medway, hats for the homeless in Boston, hats and blankets for newborns at local hospitals, lap blankets for veterans and chemo hats for women undergoing chemotherapy

“In over seven years, we donated 6,044 items, and we donated over 1,900 items this past year,” says Dot Harrington, who founded the group in the fall of 2007. One member, Alice Stewart, has knit 2,000 baby hats since 2000. “Everybody that comes is amazed at how much they can get done,” says Harrington. “It’s amazing how much you can accomplish when you have a reason to do it.” The knitters meet at Medway Senior Center on Monday mornings from 9:30 to noon. About 20 women, she says, sit and chat and knit, and they also give each other ideas.

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The Medway Morning Knitters Group meets on Monday mornings, starting at 9:30 a.m., at the Medway Senior Center on Oakland Street. The group is open to any knitters who’d like to use their skills to help out the community.

work with The Boston Homeless Mission, out of St. Joseph’s, and also various members donate to different causes. “Usually one person kind of knows who to give them to,” says Harrington. She adds that knitters don’t need to be members of the Medway Senior Center or even Medway residents to join. All are welcome, “Some people just come and bring us things that they’ve made,” she says. Harrington explains that donations of new yarn for the upcoming year are welcome and can be

dropped off at the Medway Senior Center, Oakland Street. The group stipulates new yarn for a reason. “A lot of people, when they’re cleaning out an older person’s stuff, find yarn. We’ve gotten yarn that has bugs and birdseed,” says Harrington. “That’s why we wrote donations of new yarns.” The group is also open to suggestions for places to donate, says Dot. “If anybody knows of a need, we’re happy to meet needs if we can.”

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LIVING HEALTHY Milford Regional Medical Center Receives Award Hospital Lauded for Safety and Quality

Milford Regional Medical Center was awarded 2014 Top Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, a national non-profit organization whose purpose is to initiate breakthrough improvements in the safety, quality and affordability of health care for Americans. The Top Hospital recognition is an elite distinction awarded to hospitals nationwide for demonstrating excellence in hospital safety and quality through the Leapfrog Hospital Survey. The Leapfrog Top Hospital award is given to under 7% of all eligible hospitals.

“Leapfrog’s Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most prestigious distinctions any hospital can achieve in the United States. It recognizes institutions for their excellence in quality of care and patient safety, as well as their

commitment to transparency. By achieving Top Hospital status, Milford Regional Medical Center has proven it’s a premier institution and deserves to be recognized for its dedication to providing excellence in care to families and patients,” says Leah Binder, Leapfrog President and CEO. Milford Regional was one of 94 Top Hospitals out of 1,400 recognized nationally. The selection is based on the results of The Leapfrog Group’s annual hospital survey, which measures hospitals’ performance on patient safety and quality, focusing on three critical areas of hospital care: how patients fare, resource use and management structures established to prevent errors. Performance across many areas of hospital care is considered in establishing the qualifications for the award,

including rates for high-risk procedures and a hospital’s ability to prevent medication errors. “Receiving this national distinction from The Leapfrog Group is a real testament to the extraordinary efforts of the physicians, nurses and staff that take place within our hospital daily to ensure excellence in the care and safety of our patients,” states Edward J. Kelly, president of Milford Regional. “I couldn’t be prouder of our team and our organization for always putting patients first.” The Top Hospital award is not given to a set number of hospitals, but rather, to all urban, rural and children’s hospitals that meet the high standards defined in each year’s Top Hospitals Methodology.

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Illnesses seem to peak during the winter months. A tapped-out immune system as well as dry, cold air may encourage the spread of common viruses and bacterial infections more easily. As a result, it’s important that men, women and children take every step possible to ward off sickness when the temperatures drop. Dietary changes can make a world of difference, and more and more people are including these proven superfoods in their winter diets.

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· Pomegranate: This quirky fruit has vitamins C and K, folate and potassium and is a good source of fiber. Pomegranate has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help in reducing joint pain and preventing strokes. Pomegranate may also help the body fight viruses.

· Cinnamon: Cinnamon has high levels of antioxidants, and some studies point to cinnamon as a natural antibacterial agent. Cinnamon also can help regulate blood-glucose levels, which is beneficial for those with diabetes. · Prunes: Now widely referred to as “dried plums,” prunes are an important source of boron, which could prevent osteoporosis. High in antioxidants, prunes help the body fight a variety of illnesses.

· Cabbage: Cabbage may be a key element in the fight against cancer. Cabbage has phytochemicals that can protect the body against cancercausing free radicals. It’s also a good source of dietary fiber, which can stimulate a sluggish digestive system. · Butternut squash: This food is packed with carotenoids, which are stellar antioxidants. The starches in this squash also have been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. · Chestnuts: Chestnuts are worthy of inclusion in anyone’s diet. Unlike many nuts, chestnuts are relatively low in fat but have high levels of protein. They’re also packed with vitamin C and B vitamins.

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LIVING HEALTHY Cataract Surgery- The Catalys Revolution By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center What is a cataract and what is cataract surgery?

A cataract is a common condition in which the normally clear lens of the eye becomes progressively cloudy. When light passes through a clear lens, the light can focus to a point, creating a clear view. When light passes through a cataract, the light gets distorted, creating a blurred view. Your vision with a cataract may look fuzzy, and colors might be muted. These visual disturbances from cataracts are progressive, and when they become bothersome or limit your daily activities, it’s time

to consider treatment. Treatment for cataracts involves surgery to remove the cataract and replace it with an intraocular lens implant. It is the most common surgical procedure in the US and around the world and is considered extremely successful and safe. What is laser cataract surgery?

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LIVING HEALTHY cataract

What will I feel?

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You can expect little or no discomfort during your treatment. During the laser portion, patients describe seeing kaleidoscope of lights and slight pressure.

How does the laser work? What is it doing to my eye?

Every eye has a unique size and shape. Prior to treatment, the Catalys Precision Laser System scans your eye making a precise 3D map of relevant structures. This process enables your surgeon to create a highly customized treatment plan that is tailored for your eye. The laser then focuses light to create precise incisions exactly where intended. The laser makes the incisions in a matter of seconds. You should experience little, if any, discomfort.

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You can expect to be at the surgery center for 2 hours. You will be in the procedure room for 15 to 20 minutes. The 3D imaging and laser portion of the treatment only takes a few minutes.

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Catalys laser cataract surgery is all about better precision, more safety and excellent outcomes. Across the country, only a small number of specialized lasers are available and in use. Milford Franklin Eye Center, Dr. Kaldawy is the first to offer bladeless laser cataract surgery in the area and among the first in New England. We are proud to bring this technology to the area. Catalys laser surgery is now available when you need it and closer to home. For more details, see our ad on page 14.

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MBC Updated on Changes at Charles River Bank and Milford Regional On November 19, Charles River Bank welcomed Medway Business Council (MBC) members at its newly renovated banking center at 70 Main Street, Medway. Jack Hamilton, President & CEO of Charles River Bank shared details about the magnificent transformation of its Main Office. As the bank approaches its 100th Anniversary in 2015, the approximately 6,000 sq. ft. retail branch has been redesigned to better meet the changing needs of customers. The traditional Teller Line has been replaced with freestanding

banking pods, which encourage more personal interactions. The stations utilize cash recyclers that quickly and accurately count and dispense cash, scan checks and automate operational functions while maintaining cash security. Additional enhancements include three new private offices for lending and financial service professionals and more private sit down service areas. A café area features Wi-Fi access, a children’s play zone, and a coin machine available to customers and the public. The new environment and

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January is National Blood Donor Month The first month of the year marks a national awareness month for blood donation. According to the American Red Cross, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds, with over 41,000 blood donations needed every day. The American Red Cross notes that in most states, donors must be 17 years old, healthy and weigh at least 110 lbs. Just under 38% of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood each year, but only 10% actually do. Type O-negative blood and Type AB-positive plasma can be transfused to patients of all blood types. Both are always in demand and often in short supply. Donors must wait 56 days before each blood donation Here are some local upcoming blood drives:

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• Boston Church of Christ, 214 Concord St., Framingham, MA, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The agenda is to introduce Stephanie Mercandetti, Medway’s new Director of Community & Economic Development, and learn about her new role in town government. Planning and Economic Development Board chairman Andy Rodenhiser will summarize recently approved changes to the Medway Zoning

If members have specific questions that they would like the PEDB and DRC to address, the MBC encourages attendees to submit them in advance to info@ medwaybusinesscouncil.org, so that they can be provided to the speakers.

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January 25, 2015 • Team Fitness, 100 Franklin Village Drive, Franklin, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. • If you would like to donate blood at any of these events, call 1-(800) RED-CROSS to make an appointment.

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Sports Millis Girls Quintet Aiming For 3rd State Crown By KEN HAMWEY Staff Sports Writer

its second last winter when it defeated New Mission of Boston.

Dave Fallon has coached the Millis girls’ basketball team for six years, and during that stretch, he’s guided the Mohawks to a pair of state championships. Those two crowns, no doubt, are why the 35-year-old coach lists a third state championship as the No. 1 goal for his 2014-15 squad.

“No team at Millis has ever won back-to-back state championships, and we’d like to be the first,” Fallon said. “Our goal for the 2010 team that followed our first state championship squad was to win back-to-back, but it didn’t happen. We’ve got four starters returning from last year’s team, plus this season’s contingent has experience, depth, athleticism and the ability to play solid defense.”

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If a third state crown is in the Mohawks future, then seven returning veterans will have to form an effective nucleus. Fallon can first turn to his three captains for quality play and leadership. They include seniors Amy Assad (5-9 forward), Danielle Ciolfi (5-6 guard) and Layne Cassidy (5-10 center).

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Junior guards Katy Golden (5-7) and Erica Mullally (5-5) are returning starters who will be counted on in the backcourt. “Katy has speed, is quick and can score,” Fallon said. “She’s a slasher who averaged nine points last year. Erica plays the point and averaged about six assists a game. She’s got good court awareness, distributes the ball well and is strong on offense and defense.” Two seniors guards — Alyssa Fallon (no relation to the coach) and Olivia Donehey — are returnees who provide depth off the bench. “Alyssa is quick and applies lots of pressure on defense,” Fallon said. “Olivia is athletic and adept on defense.” Three players who could add depth to the roster are juniors Erin Collins (guard) and Shannon Ryder (forward) and sophomore Theresa Cerullo (forward). Collins is a good shooter who can be effective against a zone defense and Ryder and Cerullo will be reserves who likely will earn playing time as the season moves along. Fallon, who previously coached the Millis freshman and jayvee girls, wants his team to focus on scoring consistency and rebounding. “We’re not tall, so we need to keep improving our rebounding,” he emphasized. “A strong offense keeps the pressure on a defense, and it’s my belief that you can never have enough good shooters.” Rating defending champ Medfield, and Bellingham and Hopkinton as the top contenders for the TVL title, Fallon labels the Mohawks’ two state titles as major coaching thrills. “The two cham-

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“When it comes to playing in the TVL, our goal is to be competitive,” he said. “We’ll play an uptempo style and employ defensive pressure. Winning the league title isn’t realistic, but playing schools with larger enrollments is the best preparation a team can have as it enters tournament play.” Last year, Millis, which was 10-10 during the regular season, beat Norton (twice), Hopkinton, Holliston, Ashland, Dover-Sherborn and Medway. All six of those TVL teams are in Division 2 or 3. When the Mohawks finished the tourney, they added six wins to their total and ended with a 16-10 record.

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Just one senior player graduated from Millis’ Girls Basketball team last year, after winning the second of two straight state championships in their division. Coach Dave Fallon is hoping for a third this year.

pionships were definitely thrilling but what’s just as great are the relationships a coach builds with his players. At Millis our kids are special because of their work ethic and commitment.” Fallon, however, deserves credit for the extra hardware in the high school’s trophy case. He’s a coach who realizes he’s a teacher, first. He’s also a motivator who prepares his players for real-life lessons.

Mohawk Notes: • If Millis is unable to reach .500, it can still qualify for tourney play if it manages a .500 or better record against Division 4 opponents. The Division 4 teams on its schedule are Advance Math and Science Academy (two games) and Shawsheen Valley Tech. • Camden Morrison is the only starter from last year’s team who graduated. She averaged eight points and 10 rebounds. • Fallon’s assistant coaches include Paul Geary (freshmen), Dale Maki (jayvees) and Howie Ingraham (varsity assistant).

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Sports Medway-Millis Gymnastics Break Ground with Medway Graduate as Coach by

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Medway and Millis will be venturing into an unknown territory this winter as the two towns will get together and field a co-op gymnastics team with a Medway native at the helm of the first year program. Breanna Vacca, a 2010 graduate from Medway High School, was in the right place at the right time to lead the squad in their first season. Vacca, who also coaches at Elite Gymnastics in Ashland, majored in Exercise Science at Keene State for the past four years, while coaching gymnastics at Keene High School during her junior and season years. After graduating in May, she was told about the possible position and looked into it. “One of the girls that I coach from Medway at Elite told me about the position and asked me if I was interested,” Vacca said. “I was really surprised that they actually qualified to have a gymnastics team. High School gymnastics is a good alternative to competitive gymnastics, which are giving 100 % of their time and have time for nothing else.” Although Medway-Millis was unable to secure a spot in a local league due to time constrictions, the club has put together a competitive schedule to get them through the inaugural season. Looking to lead the squad this winter will be sophomore Kristen O’Toole, junior Marisa DeFonzo and senior Kiley Cronin. All three girls are from Medway and will vie for the all-around position. While only two all arounds are allowed per meet, the trio will probably see action in a variety of situations. Outside participating in all four events each girl has their strong event; O’Toole and DeFonzo both excel at floor, while Cronin does her best work on the beam.

“These three are our strongest gymnasts,” the coach said. “Marisa and Kiley are both still competing competitively as well as on the high school level and their biggest challenge will be basically working out six days a week now. Once they’ve become comfortable with the 6-day workouts, it will definitely benefit them in the long run. In addition to the all-around trio, Vacca has a good mix of girls from all four grade levels as well as both schools. Participating for Medway will be freshmen Brittany Brown, Jess Daly and Chiara LeSiege; juniors Michael Cassidy and Jenna Prutsalis. Cassidy will be the team’s lone male on the squad and will probably take part in either the vault or floor exercise. “The vault and floor are events that guys do; he has the option to participate in the other events, but he will have to follow the girls riles,” Vacca said. Athletes from Millis will include freshman Katherine (Kat) Govoni, senior Sam Madison and the Shears sisters: Casey, a senior, and her twin freshman sisters Riley and Madison. The squad also has managers in Haley Longval and Haley Anderson. With the season scheduled to open on December 21 against MADS (Medfield, Ashland, Dover-Sherborn) at Gym Express, coach Vacca still has a lot of scrutinizing to do see where each athlete will best help the team.

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Millis Woodworking Club Gives Kids Hands-on Experience By J.D. O’Gara Before last year, Millis High School/Middle School had no woodworking club, so Paul Sims, Custodian at the school, took it upon himself to create one. “As far as woodworking goes, there’s just the high school shop. They didn’t have it here, and I thought it was a good thing to have for the kids to get some experience,” he says. In its first year, four students joined. Its crowning achievement, at the end of the year, was a Greek plaque, hung in the cafeteria, highlighting the members of the class of 2013. Thanks to a MERIT grant, the group also helped construct chessboards for the chess club. Tyler Demyan, in 11th grade, joined woodworking club last year to get hands on experience in woodworking. “I want to do engineering in college,” he says. “Since our school doesn’t offer any engineering-type classes, I figured that would be a good way to do it,” says Demyan. “From an educational perspective, there’s a STEM component,” say Sims, explaining that the students learn to understand wood and wood types and learn technology in their use of tools.

There’s also learning in what is planned, says Technology teacher David Digiammerino, who also volunteers, joining Sims in his endeavor to mentor the students. “There’s engineering and math,” says Digiammerino, “and I do 3D CAD design. Students can design projects in my class and then come build it. For (the plaque) project, we also used components of Photoshop.” This year, between 10 and 12 have shown interest, and they meet once a week, Thursdays, at 2:30 p.m. They learn to use chainsaws, reciprocal saws, metal chop saws and hand sanders,” says Sims. Safety is a top priority, he says. “We teach the kids how to use the tools all at once,” he says. “If there’s any kind of horseplay, they get suspended from the group for a week, and any more, they’re done.” With their focus on the woodworking, students wear safety glasses, earplugs and face shields – and respirators when necessary. The group, open to any students aged 14 and older, currently have a shop, works out of MHS room 211. “Paul’s really taken the initiative,” says Digiammerino, not-

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Kelly to Head Milford Regional Medical Center in 2016 Milford Regional Medical Center’s Board of Trustees has selected Edward J. Kelly as the corporation’s president and CEO effective January 1, 2016. Currently, Kelly is president of Milford Regional. He will succeed CEO Francis M. Saba, who has served as both president and/or CEO at Milford Regional since 1990. The president and CEO positions will be combined when Kelly assumes the position in 2016. “It is with great pleasure that the board announces our unanimous decision to choose Ed Kelly as successor to Frank Saba in the important role as Milford Regional’s president and CEO,” says John Burns, chairman of Milford Regional’s board of trustees. “Milford Regional has had the good fortune of cultivating strong leadership that ensures Milford Regional’s continued stature as one of the region’s premier healthcare systems. Having worked closely together for over 20 years, Frank and Ed share the same mission and vision for the hospital as well

as the communities it serves. We are confident that Ed will build upon the outstanding foundation set by Frank during his remarkable tenure at Milford Regional.” Kelly’s career in healthcare, which spans more than 30 years, has included senior level positions at MetroWest Medical Center; Leonard Morse Hospital; as well as managerial positions at Leonard Morse; St. Elizabeth’s Hospital; and Beth Israel Hospital. He came to Milford Regional in 1993 as chief financial officer and was promoted to executive vice president in 1998. Ten years later, Kelly was named president of Milford Regional. He directs and manages all day to day operations of the hospital and currently oversees the new, $54 million building project slated to open in fall 2015. “I look forward to working with Ed over the next year to ensure a seamless transition in leadership,” says Milford Regional CEO Frank Saba. “Our success at Milford Regional has come from great physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers,

a very supportive community, and a management structure that encourages teamwork that fosters the growth and development of the individual members of the team.

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Local Resident Named to New York Life Chairman’s Cabinet For the seventh consecutive year (2008 - 2014), Michael T. Damon has been named a member of the Chairman’s Cabinet of New York Life Insurance Company. Members of the elite 2014 Chairman’s Cabinet are the top fifty highest producing agents among New York Life’s elite sales force. Out of more than 12,000 licensed agents, Damon finished 23rd. Mr. Damon, a Medway resident and business owner, employs a staff of dedicated financial professionals at his firm

Damon Financial, LLC1. Damon Financial, LLC primarily serves the New England area—Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut—and Mr. Damon is currently licensed in 11 states to conduct business with hundreds of clients across the country. With a third child on the way, Damon decided to relocate his business from Westborough to Medway, where he lives with his wife, Heather, and two sons, Michael and Tyler. Although Mr. Damon is already active in Medway Youth

Baseball and multiple local organizations including the Medway Elementary PTO (Parent Teacher Org.), he looks forward to becoming more involved by serving the people in his community and those in surrounding towns. “I’m excited about our recent move to Medway. We’re right on Rte. 109, so now I can help out more people in the community,” Damon shares when speaking about the move. “I hope to become a lot more involved in local affairs.”

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January 2 Blood Drive, Gold’s Gym, 27 Milliston Road, Millis, 1 - 6 p.m., call 1-(800) REDCROSS to make an appointment. January 3 Medway Lions Bottles & Cans Drive at Medway Oil Co., Broad Street, Medway, Redeemables should be placed at curbside by 9 a.m., brought to Medway Oil, Broad Street by 11 a.m. the morning of the or placed in the Lions bottles and cans shed in front of West Medway Liquors on Main Street anytime. January 9 Silver Screen Matinee, Roche Bros. Community Room, Millis Public Library, 961 Main St., Millis, Parrish, (NR) 140 min; 1961 January 10 Millis Lions Strike Out Eye Disease Crazy Bowl for Blindness Prevention, 6-9 p.m., Ryan Family Amusements, Rte. 109, $15 per person

January 13 Nutrition Book Group, Medway Public Library, 26 High Street, 7-8 p.m. The group will meet quarterly, and books will be chosen by the discussion leader, a registered dietitian. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month prior to the meeting. No registration is necessary. This month’s selection: Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think by Brian Wansink, PhD. January 15 “The History of Ragtime,” Medway Public Library, 26 High Street, Medway, 7-8 p.m., Through music, pianist Deborrah Wyndham shares the history of our nation’s first ‘pop’ music: ragtime. Pianist/ composer Deborrah Wyndham, who has given over 3,000 past performances, plays a wide variety of music from ragtime and other early jazz styles to original contemporary music. www.deborrahwyndham.com Pre-registration requested. Register online or call (508) 5333217. Drop-ins also welcome.

Millis Reads Announces 2015 Reading Selection In a joint project between the Millis Public Library and the MIllis Public Schools, Millis Reads is initiating a town wide book discussion. Residents of Millis are encouraged to read Dark Tide by Stephen Puleo about the Molasses Flood of Boston in 1919. There are companion books for elementary and middle school children. Families are encouraged to read together and discuss the books. There will be family activities through February and March, including a visit from Mr. Puleo to the Millis Public Library on February 12th. Both the public library and the school libraries are stocked with books that you can check out today.

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Nutrition Book Group to Start Jan. 13 at Medway Library Start the New Year off right and attend the first meeting of the Nutrition Book Group at the Medway Library, 26 High St., Medway, from 7-8 p.m. The group will meet quarterly and books will be chosen by the discussion leader, who is a registered dietitian. Copies of the book will be available at the

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Obituaries Millis: Eda J. (Picariello) Angel, 86, of Millis, formally of Needham, died December 8, 2014 at Milford Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Robert F. Angel Sr. Eda was born and raised in Needham and was the daughter of the late Leonard and Amelia (Ragosta) Picariello. Eda was employed for many years as a Retail clerk for Decelle’s department store in Medfield and retired at the age of 75. An avid sports fan, Eda was the loving mother of Robert F. Angel Jr. of Brookfield, Catherine M. Della Torre and her husband Anthony of Bellingham, Nancy L. Cappadona of Los Angeles, CA, William L. Angel of Millis, Gordon F. Angel of Hopedale and Eda M. Collari and her husband Steven of Millis. She was the cherished sister of Luigi Picariello and his wife Anna, Loretta Nigro and her husband Vincent and Gloria Pineo all of Needham and the late Pasquale Picariello and Biasina Sette. Eda was also survived by 22 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Those wishing may make contributions in Eda’s name to the Millis Food Pantry 142 Exchange Street, Millis, MA 02054 or Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. MILLIS: Kendall Ozro Cass, died Sunday, November 9, 2014

at Riverbend Nursing Facility surrounded by his loving family. He was 92. Born in Provincetown, he was the cherished son of the late Frank and Mabell (Pfersick) Cass. He attended Boston University and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He then went on to attend Medical school at Boston University. In 1942 he joined the United States Navy and held rank as 1st Lieutenant in the Asiatic Theater during WWII. After the war he was employed by Lawson Express and also owned and operated Real Transportation Company. Kendall is survived by daughters Deborah Cass Hanlon of Millis and Carol Ann Cass of Natick. He is also survived by grandchildren Jessica Calderone, Jonnathan and Rebekah Hanlon and Daniel Buckman. He was the great grandfather of Even, Lea and Ryan Calderone and Logan Buckman. Kendall was predeceased by his son Frederick O. Cass and sister Patricia Cass Flynn. MILLIS: Walter Anthony Godlewski died Saturday November 15, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 66. Born and raised in Chelsea, he was the loving son of the late Anthony and Veronica (Operacz) Godlewski. He was a graduating member with the Chelsea High School class of 1966. He then attended Dean Jr. Col-

lege. After college, Walter joined the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed as a program Coordinator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for over 30 years. He leaves his Wife of 42 years Eileen Godlewski and two children, Mark A. Godlewski of Milford and Allison R. Godlewski of Brookline. He also leaves a sister Helen Woytowicz of Peabody. Those wishing may make a contribution in Walter’s memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Inc., 9 Erie Drive, Natick, MA 01760. MILLIS: Patrick F. Hanlon, 63, of Millis where he has been a resident for 35 years, died Wednesday, November 26, 2014 surrounded by his loving family after a lingering illness at his home. Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of the late Daniel E. and Anne V. (O’Brien) Hanlon. He graduated from Medway Public Schools in 1969 and later attended Bridgewater State College. Patrick was employed by the Millis Housing Authority for the past 15 years as Director of Maintenance, and he owned Hanlon Carpentry. Patrick was a tinkerer at heart and enjoyed keeping current with the news, reading about history, family holidays, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was well known for his dry sense of humor. He was especially passionate about

the Salvation Army. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Deborah (Cass) Hanlon, three children, Jessica H. Calderone and her husband Michael of No. Grafton, Jonathan P. Hanlon and his wife Abby Hiatt of Dedham, and Rebekah A. Hanlon of Northampton. Two sisters, Kathy Hanlon of Pendleton, IN and Mary Thayer and her husband Richard of Medway, 3 brothers, Thomas Hanlon and his wife Patricia of Sarasota, FL, Daniel Hanlon and his wife Jane of Plymouth and Michael Hanlon and his wife June of Medway. He is also survived by three grandchildren Evan, Lea and Ryan Calderone as well as many nephews and nieces. In Patrick’s memory, contributions may be made to Thornton & Naumes Mesothelioma House, 48 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115. MILLIS: Walter Raymond Jewer, 82, of Millis where he has been a resident since 1960, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at the MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham. Born in Cambridge, MA, he was the son of the late Ford and Mary Jewer. He was educated in the Medway Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1949. Raymond was employed for over 40 years by Fenwal Corporation of Ashland and retired as a supervisor in 1992. A US Army Veteran of the Korean War, he earned the Korean Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star, the United Nations Service Medal and National Defense Service Metal. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, his cats and dogs and day trips. He leaves his wife of 63 years, Marlene J. (Jones) Jewer, a daughter, Marlene Jewer of Uxbridge, a brother Ford Jewer of Rhode Island and a nephew Donald Smith of Bellingham. He was predeceased by a sister Sheila Jones. Memorial contributions may be made to CPT(P) Justin M. Fitch’s charity “Carry the Fallen/Active

Hero’s Team Minuteman (MA)” at http://fundraise.activeheroes.org/ fundraise?fcid=258833 DIGHTON: Corinne E. (Flanagan) May, age 54, of Dighton where she has been a resident for several years, died Saturday, November 22, 2014 surrounded by her family at the Morton Hospital in Taunton. Formerly of Temucla, CA and Millis, she was born in Boston and was the daughter of Thomas J. and Joan A. (McCaffrey) Flanagan of Millis. Having been raised in Millis, she was a 1979 graduate of Millis High School and continued her education at Cape Cod Community College and Bryman College in Boston. While at Millis High, she proudly excelled in field hockey. Her most recent employment was with OBGYN of Attleboro where she was a dedicated Medical Assistant for over five years. Mrs. May was a long time communicant of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Millis. She enjoyed spending time with friends, walks with Drake her pet, swimming, yard sales, traveling and exploring, and being at the ocean at sunset. She loved the game of Bunco. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband David A. May, two daughters, Stephanie Marie May of No. Providence and Michelle Elizabeth May of Dighton; two sisters, Donna Tansey and her husband Jim of Quincy and Patricia Flanagan and her partner Magdy Zaki of Norwood; and a brother Thomas J. Flanagan Jr. and his wife Jacqueline of Mansfield. Those wishing may make a memorial contribution in Corinne’s name to ALS Family Charitable Foundation, 121 Main Street, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532.

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Medway Church Members Help Celebrate Centenarian’s Birthday Sylvia Dill, once a community Nurse for the town of Millis, who now lives at Medway Country Manor, turned 100 on December 8th.

tle Church with the Big Heart,” set themselves the goal of making or signing 100 birthday cards to give her. For a church with an average membership of 38, this meant every man, woman and child had to make at least 2 birthday cards, and many made more.

“She has an amazing sense of humor, and is a lot of fun,” says The Reverend Rebecca Black, priest-incharge of Christ Episcopal Church, 14 School Street, Shown here is Rev. Black presenting Sylvia with a November 4, 2009 Medway. Black’s church, which calls itself the “Lit- great big pile of birthday wishes.

Millis COA January Events November• 11, 2009 Classes ~ These DVD’s cover Free Exercise balance and weight lifting. It is John ~Petersstretching, III “The Incredible Journey of the Butterflies appropriate for the novice or experienced exNova” flies along with the Monarchs, visiting the Country Manor Medway erciser. Exercise is so much more fun with spectacular locations they call home and meet115 Mollisonothers. Street Give it a try on any Monday, Tuesday ing the dangers they encounter along the way. Medway, MA 02053 or Thursday from 9-9:50. No need to sign up. The journey reveals the Monarch to be a scien-

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tific marvel locked in an inspiring struggle for survival.

January 15, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• Sing-along with Everard~ Please join us every Wednesday from 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. for a sing- along in room 18. This group is having a fabulous time. Please come down and join them.

Veterans Agent John Wypyszinski will be here Metro West Medical Center for office hours. Please make an appointment. • Bingo 115availLincoln St Madness ~ Come see our new Digital • Fuel Assistance applications are now Bingo Flashboard. It is a software program Framingham, 01702 able at the Center every Tuesday, Wednesday thatMA flashes the numbers on our 62 inch teleand Friday. vision monitor. We will be playing every Wednesday at 12:15 p.m.

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home MARKETPLACE

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ERA Key Realty Toys for Tots Drive Sees Another Great Year!

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Thanking All Who Donated! Joleen Rose, Realtor, LMC, CBR, MAR, GBAR, NAR Multi-Million Dollar Producer ERA Key Realty Services- The Bay State Group Cell 508-951-5909 Fax 855-951-5909 “Turn Your Dreams Into Reality” www.joleensellshomes.com Visit Joleen Rose’s Business Page on Facebook!

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ASK THE REALTOR E.R.A. Key Realty Services by E. “Cappy” Capozzoli

Ready or Not-2015 is here! This month’s column is a reverse of the norm. I get to ask the question. My question to my readers is…“What is your REAL ESTATE PLAN for 2015?”

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Begin Your 2015 Home Search Early! Buy Now ! Medway: A unique Col., approx 3500 sq ft. w/ multi-level fl plan. 4 bedrms, 3 1/2 ba. 4 fireplaces! 2 C attached garage. Nat gas heat. Wooded 2 Ac of privacy. Lovely neighborhd. $519,900

Medway: Enjoy approx 2800 sq ft of living Millis: Cheerful duplex condo, 3 bedrms, on the 1.03 Ac corner lot in established 1 1/2 ba. Nat gas heat & A/C . Hardwd fls neighbhd of quality homes. Nat. gas heat, in kit & living room. Handy to major rtes. 4 bedrms, 3 1/2 ba, 2 car attached garage . & shopping $256,900. $459,000

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For most adults, real estate is, or will be, the largest part of their net worth. Most people don’t really put a plan together- rather they just sort of “wing it.” If you own real estate now, your plan should include maintaining it both inside and out, so that it not only holds its value but also appreciates! Maintaining and upgrading shingles, paint, gutters, landscaping, driveways and cleanliness are all ways to slow down the aging process. Having your property always “market ready” has two big

benefits. One is pride of ownership and the other is, that in the event of a new job opportunity, you are ready to take action. Call on me if you need an estimate of market value. If you do not own any real estate, start planning now. Order a copy of your credit report, and clear up any negative issues. Start saving money, reduce wasteful spending, and make sure you have medical insurance. Check with your employer about job stability and possible promotions. Ask family and friends about the benefits and responsibilities of homeownership. Ask them why they bought and for their advice about the process. Last, but not least, visit my web site “cappyatmyhouse.com” and search any town and any price range. Get familiar with styles and prices. Hop into your car and drive around, noting neighborhoods and “for sale” signs. You are invited to jot down your plan and forward to me, as I’m sure there will be many good ideas. Whatever you do, have a plan! (plan your work and work your plan). HAPPY 2015! Mr. Capozzoli has been a Massachusetts real estate broker for 35 years. You are invited to submit your real estate questions by e-mail cappy@erakey.com or by phone (508) 596-2600. Cappy has been a resident of Medway for 20+years.

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Information is for general purposes only always consult your attorney.

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home MARKETPLACE Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices-Page Realty Food, Toy Drives Help Locals Everyone at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty in Medway would like to thank our past clients and neighbors who supported our 2nd annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Your overwhelming generosity helped the Medway Village Church Food Pantry feed almost 300 individuals this Thanksgiving season. It is unfortunate that so many of our neighbors need help putting food on their tables. Your efforts underscored how a community can come together to make a difference.

We would also like to thank those who contributed gifts and donations to Toys for Tots at all of our offices. The outpouring of good will has been heart-warming and will help make many local familiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; holidays a little bit brighter. The agents and staff of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Page Realty wish you the most joyous of holidays. Thank you for giving the greatest gift of all â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hope.

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home MARKETPLACE MILLIS Featured Listing!

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PENDING

2 Powder House Road, Medfield - $649K

351 South Street, Medfield - $379.900K

216 Pond Street, $779K 4 Bed, 3.5 Baths

247 Union Street, Millis 150K

65 Freedom Street, Half Duplex - $139K

3 Belmore Road, Natick - $344,900K

SOLD

PENDING

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Natick, $549,000, 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath

40 Brookdale Road, Natick - $440K, Pending to Sold

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21 Parkhurst Drive, Ashland - $520K

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28 Spencer Street, Millis - $343,900K

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16 Bridlefield Lane, Medfield, $689K

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Please feel free to call for a free market evaluation of your home.

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#1 in REAL ESTATE SALES in MILLIS (Most Homes Sold in 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 & YTD 2014 Source MLS)

FEATURED PROPERTY

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$299,900 702 Old Bridge Ln, Bellingham Jennifer McMahon

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219 Orchard Street, Millis Robin Spangenberg

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$229,900 64 Key Street, Millis Robin Spangenberg

$365,000 250 Village Street, Medway Laina Regan Kaplan

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WISHING YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR!