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Four Towns Out to End Cancer
What’s the Buzz? In Swarming Season, Remember to Protect Beneficial Honeybees BY J.D. O’GARA It’s late spring or early summer. You see something moving, and you realize it’s a cluster of bees. They are swarming. Why do they do it, and what do you do?
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According to Tony Luleck, the President of the nonprofit Norfolk County Beekeepers Association (NCBA), the last thing you should do is kill them.
BY J.D. O'GARA Colleen Sullivan is a supertrooper. That's the name of her team in the Relay for Life, benefitting the American Cancer Society, which she has been doing, she says, "since the beginning, in 2003." Sadly, Colleen lost both of her parents to cancer, so when she found out about the Relay for Life, she figured it was the cause she wanted to support.
“A natural thing that happens during the springtime is swarming,” says Luleck, who is also President of the Holliston Garden Club and Director of the Holliston Agricultural Commission. “When that happens, the bees need to take up a residence somewhere. We get a lot of calls to catch swarms.” Luleck says that swarming, which is not something to fear, is very common from about May 15 until July 15. According to the NCBA website, honeybee swarms can be found in trees, homes, barns or sheds. Honeybees, when swarming, are searching for a suitable place to build a hive. In the meantime, they will gather into a tight ball and form a temporary cluster virtually anywhere they can land, while they send out scouts to
Honeybees pollinate about 80% of all planats, and in May were a featured discussion of the Millis Garden Club. Here are Will Cote’s bees, at Bogastow Farm.
find a more permanent hive. Luleck, in his second year as NCBA President, says bees get a bad rap. People commonly mistake wasps and yellow jackets for honeybees. “I’ve already had two calls this spring,” he says. “I’ve asked people to really identify that it’s a honeybee. Both of those were not honeybees, they were another type of bee.”
Luleck says honeybees don’t usually take up residence in homes, but if it does happen, he says, “it is not advisable to kill honeybees at all.” In addition to considering the threat of colony collapse disorder to the bees, he says, “You can’t kill the bees, because the honey will start to run. It will go bad if it’s not capped off (by the bees), and all that stuff in
your wall will rot, and mold will start to grow. You’re not protecting the home if you kill a honeybee while it’s in there. You have to remove it.” According to Bee Culture Magazine, following are differences to look for to tell insects commonly mistaken for honeybees:
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Colleen began volunteering for the Relay for Life in Medfield, which, she said, had its own event for the first seven years. At the same time, Millis and Medway each had their own events. This year, however, all three of these "M" towns have joined with Norfolk in a combined event which will take place at the Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street, Medway, from June 10th to 11th, starting at 6 p.m. on the 10th
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• Honey Bees: The most often encountered bee and most beneficial. Fuzzy, golden-brown to dark, with stripes. Can be defensive around hive, so use caution. • Yellow Jacket: Bright yellow and shiny black common stinging insect, which has ground nests and small aerial nests. Use extreme caution. • Bumble Bee: Common, large, fuzzy, usually yellow and black. Has small underground nests. Gentle. • Carpenter Bee: Large, fuzzy, yellow with a black abdomen. Bores into and lives in wood. Gentle. • Paper Wasp: Thin-waisted, elongated, usually black to reddishbrown with long legs. Non-aggressive, but don’t push it.
Long-time Franklin beekeeper Howard Crawford points out that honeybees are the reason area gardens bear any fruit at all.
• Bald faced hornet: Black and white, shiny, larger than a honeybee. Large paper nests by late summer, usually in trees. Aggressive and easily provoked. Use extreme caution.
tion, and they are threatened by a number of factors.
Honeybees are hardly pests. In fact, they are a vital part of our world, providing the majority of pollina-
“The bees are disappearing,” says Howard Crawford, of Franklin, owner of Akin Bak Farm, who started tending bees 45 years ago and won Massachusetts Beekeeper of the Year in 2009. “The fact is if
you’ve got a garden here, and you don’t have a beekeeper near you, you aren’t going to get any fruit.”
hives of bees at Bogastow Farm in Millis. “Bees require a beekeeper’s watchful eye, because they’ll die if they’re left alone.”
According to the NCBA, which meets from September through May at the Norfolk Agricultural School, honeybees provide a whopping 80% of all insect pollination. As bees will travel up to three miles from a hive to find pollen, a single hive can serve almost eight acres.
The use of insecticides is one of a number of threats to the honeybee. Luleck describes conditions today as “a perfect storm” for the phenomenon of colony collapse disorder. In addition to varroa mites, tracheal mites and Nosema, three things that have compromised honeybees’ immune systems over the years, Luleck explains “our agricultural system – herbicides and pesticides” and the fact that commercial farmers transport bees to pollinate various crops “exposing them to all kinds of toxins” compromise honeybees. Even general homeowners harm bees by using herbicides and pesticides to maintain their lawns.
Crawford touts a number of other benefits bees, and particularly their honey, provide. A natural cough suppressant, honey has a tranquilizing effect if taken at bedtime by boosting serotonin. Crawford also advises the use of local honey for to build up a defense against allergies and weakened immune systems. Honey, he says, was also used in WWI and WWII to keep wounds moist while inhibiting bacterial growth. Besides the honey, beeswax is useful in making clean burning candles, soaps and skin balms. “These days, bees need to be tended,” as they are susceptible to so many threats, says Will Cote, a Natick woodworker who keeps three
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Howard Crawford explains that gardeners can adapt their gardening practices to reduce the use of chemicals. “When I first started (farming), I had 300 apple trees, 42 varieties and acres of vegetables,” says Crawford, who explains that, at the beginning, he made the mistake of using pesticides far too often and unnecessarily. With integrated pest manage- ment, says Crawford, “I learned when to spray and what to spray,” he says. The insecticides that Crawford has seen do the most damage to bees are those that contain carbaryl, he says. Education is the key to awareness, and the NCBA is seeing steady growth in the number of people interested in attending its “Bee School,” from which Cote benefited a few years ago, and which Howard Crawford taught for a number of years. The program runs for twohours, once a week, from February until April. “When I started we had 18 people,” says Luleck. “We had over 100 this year.” Crawford says the exact number this year was 115 students, with a
growing number of them women, something he didn’t see when he first began decades ago. “The Norfolk County Beekeepers puts on a wonderful program,” says Jeffrey Mushnick, owner of Medway Oil, who went to Bee School a few years ago with his son, Eric. Mushnick started with four hives, moving up to 10 the next year. Feeding off his son’s ambition, Mushnick increased to 20 hives, but then Eric “kind of fell out of it,” Mushnick laughs. Mushnick is back down to 10 hives, after having trouble maintaining so many himself. He encountered some die-off of the bees, especially with the “ridiculously cold winter,” says Mushnick. “I built some wind breaks, to protect them, but it was a lot of work getting in to feed them. You’ve also got to be careful you don’t take off too much (honey) to eat or sell,” he explains. Crawford explains that first-time beekeepers often make mistakes. When he first began, he says, he ordered his bees and equipment from a Montgomery Ward catalog. Not realizing that he needed to feed the bees sugar and water throughout the winter, his first group starved to death. The following year, says Crawford, high winds blew the tops off of his hives, and he again lost his bees. Now something of a local bee expert, Crawford says he’s “tried almost all” of the six to eight varieties of honeybees, his favorite being the Carniolian honeybee, from Yugoslavia. Luleck feels a reward knowing that his growing numbers of students will employ practices that protect rather than harm bees. “When you have bee school, and you have 100 people in there, they’re stopping pesticides, they’re growing gardens and bringing that knowedge back. It’s the greatest gift as a teacher to have these people go back and do these things.”
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and ending at 8 a.m. the next day. Teams have at least one participant walking this relay at all times throughout the night to symbolize that cancer never sleeps. "I think it's good (that the towns have combined to do the relay)," says Sullivan. "Now, so many towns have their own it's a little bit of a strain on the businesses, such as Roche Bros., which is a big sponsor, if you're asking from multiple towns. Now (towns) can be asking for one event," she says.
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So far the 3MN relay event has 266 participants, and they've raised $38,657.58 thus far. "Every year it does change," says Sullivan. "Every year we have extremely different new chairpeople every year come up with new ideas." According to the event website, the Relay for Life celebrates the lives of survivors who have battled cancer, remembers loved ones and provides a way to fight back against the disease. The 3MN Relay invites all cancer survivors to attend this year's relay and be celebrated. A cancer survivor is anyone who has ever heard the words “You have cancer! ” Survivors and their respective Caregivers are the guests of honor at the Relay and are urged to take part in the Survivors Lap as well as attend the Survivors Dinner Reception. Each Survivor will receive a purple Relay tee-shirt and will be asked to take part in the Survivors Lap. Walking in the Survivors Lap allows each survivor to celebrate what they have overcome while inspiring and motivating the Relay teams to continue their fight. The Survivor Dinner Reception is a way of honoring these courageous and amazing people. Some of the funds raised at the Relay are used by the American Cancer Society for many Survivor programs, such as: • Road to Recovery
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Cancer survivors walking in the "Survivor-Lap" in the 2010 Relay for Life. This year, Medway, Medfield, Millis and Norfolk will be represented in one Relay for Life at Medway Middle School on June 10-11. Photo by Colleen Sullivan.
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"We're pretty happy with the number of teams the number of participants," says Sullivan. She points out that although the event takes place in June, the event can "accept donations that will be applied to this relay through the last day of August." In addition, you don't have to be a relay team mem-
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Staying Safe, Having Fun in Millis Free Event Focuses Safety, Health BY J.D. O’GARA Safety on the road is a big part of good health, and on May 21, MetroWest Physician Services invited Millis residents to a free event, Family Fun and Safety Day, which took place at their Millis location in the parking lot of Centennial Place, at 969 Main Street, on Route 109, next to Quality Cleaners and Studio 109. MetroWest Physician Services is based in Framingham.
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MetroWest Physician Services doctors Steven Bornstein, D.O. (family medicine), Tara Nolan, M.D. (family medicine), Kiran Raju, D.O. (obstetrics/gynecology) and Juan Pablo Richiusa, M.D. (obstetrics/ gynecology) were on hand to greet residents. In addition Millis Police and Fire Departments got into the mix, setting up an obstacle course for children. In all, Officer Rob Conrad adjusts the straps on daughter Jaime’s helmet. over 100 bicycle helmets were Disch, Director of Metrowest the community and making healthhanded out, with the local officials Physician Services. “We’re trying care real,” he says. checking both helmets and infant to meet the community out there in TJ Spirits, of Ashland, catered the carseats for a proper fit. Children their community, having these event with hot dogs, hamburgers were invited to climb aboard the events so they can come meet our and corn on the cob. local fire department trucks. The physicians and to spur healthy livday’s event even included the raf- ing. Our slogan is ‘Health for Our medical assistant, Susan fle of one adult bicycle and one life.’” The Family Fun and Safety Gorman, even had her massage child’s bicycle. Day was just part of this outreach, chair out there to give free mas“As we look at how the delivery says Disch, which will even extend sages,” says office manager Jan of the health system changes, to drive-by flu vaccinations out of Derby-Shearer, who explains that we’re really changing that para- Metrowest’s Framingham office. massage ties into the osteopathic digm to prevention,” says Scott “We’re thinking about in engaging arm of the practice, which sometimes involves physical manipulation for the treatment of such problems as lower back or neck pain.
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Bring Back the 4th Contest Aims to Boost Town Spirit Nothing says "Fourth of July" like a parade through town square, fireworks or a ceremony to thank our veterans. But in recent years, many U.S. towns have had to cancel or scale back their July 4th events, when funding ran short. From May 4th through June 14th, 2011, Liberty Mutual Insurance is hosting Bring Back the 4th™ an online contest allowing cities and towns across America to compete for one of ten $10,000 grants to support their official 4th of July celebrations. Want to help your town win? Take a brief online quiz on "Responsible Moments in U.S. History." The quiz features eight questions about Americans who helped shape our nation and inspire others, from historical icons to everyday people with big contributions. Each completed quiz counts as one credit towards your town. The 10 U.S. towns with the highest level of quiz participation among their residents will be eligible to win grants, divided by small (4 grants), medium (3 grants) and large (3 grants) towns. Visit http://www.libertymutualgroup.co m for more information. Winners will be notified and announced during the week of June 20th.
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A Student On Donating Blood: BY PAUL ROWLEY Donation day came on a Friday. When my scheduled time during school arrived for me to donate blood, I slowly walked to the gymnasium and thought about a scenario where I would have to be strapped to the table and gagged as the needle was jammed into my arm. Today, I was going to donate blood for the first time, and I really didn’t know what to expect. I arrived at the front desk reception and found the scene to be quite calming; no table straps required. There was relaxing music playing softly in the background, an easy listening station, the kind you would tune into driving to the beach or on a highway somewhere. The gym was quiet, and the Red Cross workers were also soft and reassuring. I was handed my Qudoba coupon, my consolation prize for making it this far. I was also given a number, which would be called for my turn, and a packet of information regarding health concerns and general information about the donation process, which I was instructed to read fully. I took a seat on the bleachers. I found friends on the bleachers waiting for their turns to donate blood and we talked and joked about it, and this calmed me down a little more, at least until my number was called. And finally it was.
the ceiling as the nurse prepared to stick me with the needle and begin the process. When she did, I felt that familiar doctor’s office sharp pain, before she smiled and left to help others already donating, leaving me to myself. The first few moments I laid there, I didn’t feel any different. But suddenly I felt a wave of energy just rush out of me; maybe it was relieving tension, but it was a sensation of being totally flushed of whatever motivation to move was left in me leading up to the donation, and it happened that quickly. I was surprised; I stayed where I was and continued to look up at the ceiling. I started to drift off into thought, as I had nothing else to do, and I thought about what it must feel like to get chemotherapy, except here I wasn’t dying. But it was an outside-looking-in experience, and I felt like even though I was lying in the same place I was outside of the moment I had entered in. I watched others climb their gurneys and start their donation processes, gently smiling at those who I knew, and silently wishing them good luck. I lay on my little bed, and my mind went blank, which on a busy Friday is strange, as usually the end of the week generate
the most thought about everything that occurred Monday through Friday. But today my mind was still, visiting somewhere else outside of myself and the moment, until the donation was over. It was sort of nice. Donors were required to continue to lie down if they felt that they were dizzy, which I realized I was. I was handed an apple juice and then walked over to the snack table which we were required to go to. I gleefully ate the one donut left as well as some more fruit snack. While I talked with volunteers from my school, we heard a small bell and turned to the snack table to find volunteers and Red Cross workers crowded around a man who had fainted, but who, luckily, was alright. Overall my experience in the blood drive was pleasant; I found that the Red Cross workers were extremely friendly and talkative, and were a pleasant and knowledgeable group. I was never “stabbed” more than once, and my time on the gurney, which I had been nervous of, if I can remember correctly, took less than half an hour, if that. I will be donating blood again in the future.
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Holliston Gym, Medway Gymnast Take Top Spots at States Gymnasts from Shen’s Gymnastics Academy in Holliston, MA competed in the USA Gymnastics Level 5 and 6 State Competition held at Mt. Holyoke Community College on March 5th and 6th. Abby Bryant, of Medway, is the All Around Level 6 State Champion in the Age 9 Division. She earned this title with a score of 37.825. Abby also claimed the first place spot on vault, and second place on bars, beam and floor. Also in this age division, Lucy Hebert of Hopkinton placed eighth on floor. Our Level 6 Beam Champion in the 13+ age division is Lisa Johnson of Milford. Lisa also placed fifth on floor and took the fifth place title in the All Around. In the Level 6 age 7-8 division, Marigold Garrett, of Sherborn placed sixth on bars and eighth on beam and Isabella Garrett of Sherborn placed eighth on bars. Makayla D’Amore, 11 years old of Medfield was also a qualifier in this competition.
In the Level 5 competition, Danirose Billings of Hopedale is the Bars State Champion in the 11 year old division, scoring a 9.425. She also placed sixth on beam and took the seventh place title in the All Around. Lauren Pearl of Milford, earned fourth in the All Around for the 7-year-old division and claimed the third place title in bars with a 9.4 and third on vault. Also earning medals in Level 5 were, Julianna Lucas, 8-years-old of Hopkinton, placing sixth on vault, eighth on bars and beam and earning the seventh place All Around title. Emma Stearns, 9years-old of Medway, placed fourth on bars and Payton Ahola, 9 years old of Sherborn placed eighth on vault. Gabriella Mills of N. Attleboro, placed eighth on floor in the 10-year-old division. Congratulations to all the girls who qualified for and participated in States, they did a wonderful job! Shen’s Gymnastics is located on Everett St. in Holliston in the Lowland Industrial Park.
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I slowly walked up to meet a friendly looking man in a white lab coat, who took me to a private station near the back of the gym to test my blood type and have me fill out a survey. He asked me my name, and my age, and then he pricked my finger and had a little red machine on the table read my blood type. Then he left me to fill out a survey on a computer screen.
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Millis Valedictorian Laughing at Faith Liotta and Salutatorian Hurley Recognized BY REV. JENNIFER MUNROE-NATHANS
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Have you heard this one? A church pastor walks into a comedy club...
Faith operates in a similar way. A group of strangers can come together around an idea and form community. Of course, it isn’t enough to come together around an idea and then leave- there needs to be action as well. Patrons can walk away from a comedy club and not laugh again – people of faith aren’t supposed to leave worship never to be faithful again. When a community is gathered around faith – a funny thing happens. The group becomes more than a collection of individuals it becomes its own entity. The connecting force is larger than the people- bigger than then sanctuary – more massive than the biggest mega church on the planet. In Christian terms, we call it the Holy Spirit. The connecting force of God that provokes, moves, shakes and motivates people to be about good works in the world. I believe that the Holy Spirit is also about forming communities
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Millis High School is proud to announce the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for its graduating Class of 2011. Allison Liotta will be recognized at graduation ceremonies on June 2 at 6:30 p.m. as the Class Valedictorian. Allison is Vice President of the school’s chapter of the National Honor Society, is Secretary of the school’s Common Ground Club and Treasurer of the school’s chapter of Amnesty International. Additionally, she plays varsity tennis. Allison will be attending Georgetown University, majoring in history. Her post-college plan is to teach
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June 1. 2011 through the gift of laughter. At the Church of Christ, Congregational in Millis, where I serve, it is a rare Sunday when we don’t laugh out loud in the service. There is a sense that faith should be celebrated like a party not mourned like a memorial service. We laugh at our faith but not in a mocking or negative way. We laugh at our faith because, like the best jokes, there is an unexpected ending. A laughing faith doesn’t pretend that the world is fair or the challenges fall only to those who deserve them. A laughing faith doesn’t imagine that God rewards the faithful with prosperity. A laughing faith doesn’t ignore the hurts and heartaches of the neighbors across the street or across the globe. A laughing faith wades into the messiness of life and still keeps a sense of humor, of awe and wonder. A laughing faith waits in community for the punch line- trusting it will be a good one. It will be a joke we’ll want to share. Did you hear the one about...?
Girls’ Workshop to Run at Millis Church of Christ in July Looking for something fun for your daughter to do this summer? The Explorers Workshop, from July 18th-21st from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Millis Church of Christ is a program is for girls entering grades 1-3. Girls will engage in a variety of activities from cooperative games, arts & crafts to singing.
The program will be run by Michelle Schofield, who is a Girl Scouts of Eastern MA council facilitator, Millis Girl Scout Coordinator and troop leader. Girls DO NOT have to be Girl Scouts to register. Girls will receive T-shirt and patch at the end of the session. The cost for the workshop is $35 per
girl per day or $130 for the week. Check should be made out to Troop 74951. Send to: Michelle Schofield, 37 Ticonderoga Lane, Millis, MA 02054. Space is limited, preference given to those who register for all four days. Registration required. Register Online www.millisgirlscouts.com or contact mschofield@millisgirlscouts. com.
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Putting Empty Greenhouses to Work to Extend the Growing Season BY MARJORIE TURNER HOLLMAN With the increasing emphasis on eating locally-grown produce, there is still the problem of providing plants with a hospitable environment in which to grow, especially in this fickle New England climate. Greenhouses are an age-old solution, but creative farmers in the area are seeking new ways to put old ideas to work. Fairmount Fruit Farm, which straddles the Franklin-Medway line on Lincoln Street, has turned one of their green houses into a hydroponic wonderland of square planters stacked floor to ceiling. Strawberry plants are tucked into the four corners of each box in the vast greenhouse. The building usually stands empty during the summer. “We have 13,000 strawberry plants right here,” said Charles Koshivas, patriarch of the family farm, indicating rows of planters in the
greenhouse. “The greenhouse required a few modifications to allow for air circulation in the summer. With this system, we get an early jump on the growing season. Usually you have to let the strawberry plants grow for a year before you get fruit. We started with bare root plants this spring, and we’ll get berries from the end of June on through August. Once the plants are worn out, we’ll put something else in their place.” Koshivas and his son Chuck are enthused about the venture. “Soap and water controls most diseases, and you get better food,” Charles said. “Another plus of growing berries this way is water conservation,” Chuck added. The father and son explained that over 600 U.S. military bases around the world are supplying fresh food to our troops using this hydroponic system. The farm, in the Koshivas family since the 1920’s, is a true “Family
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Farm.” The next generation, Charles’ grandson C. J. Koshivas is ready to jump into the family business now that he’s graduated from college. C.J. is preparing to take over running the New England distributorship of the Hydrostacker™ hydroponic planters,
now that his family has hands-on experience using the planters on their farm. The Koshivas family’s efforts have just extended the strawberry season in the Franklin area. Throughout the summer, rainy days will still be good days to head
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about to enter our 9th year in business in this area. We perform approximately 500 visits a week. We are professionals, not the neighbors, neighborhood kids, or family doing favors. We are trained properly and attend pet first aid classes. We grow almost exclusively by word of mouth. We have a working instruction and training in housebreaking and behavior issues with dogs, or litter box issues with your cat. We can transport your pet to the veterinarian, groomer, and daycare. We are often called upon to administer medication from daily insulin to medicine for a temporary issue. We have the experience to provide such care. We help care for elder pets. We can and will be there during the tough decisions that often must be made.
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Millis Man Sentenced for Child Porn BY DA OFFICE, NORFOLK A 25-year old Millis man has started serving a jail term after admitting he possessed and distributed child pornography, according to Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey. Brian Vasconcellos, pled guilty in Norfolk Superior Court on May 5, 2011 to all of the indictments against him – 22 counts of possession of child pornography and a single count of dissemination of child pornography, according to District Attorney Morrissey. “We requested a 4 to 5 year state prison sentence, followed by a decade of probation supervision after he is released,” District Attorney Morrissey said following the plea. “We were aware that the court would consider the defendant’s relative lack of criminal record at sentencing, but we believed that a significant state prison term was appropriate given the nature of these offenses.” Norfolk Superior Court Justice Paul Troy sentenced Vasconcellos to 2 years in the house of correction on the first child pornography indictment, and 2 years on and after that sentence on the second, with concurrent time on the other 21 counts. He ordered seven years probation on the dissemination charge. Millis Police were contacted in February 2010 by a citizen who
believed they had evidence that Vasconcellos was in possession of child pornography. The Millis Police Department developed that information and executed a search warrant, seizing Vasconcellos’ laptop computer. A forensic examination of the laptop by trained personnel associated with the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council, working with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, found a substantial collection of videos depicting sexual assaults against children. By using the Child Victim Identification Project, law enforcement identified 26 known child victims depicted in the videos, according to court documents. “The Millis Police Department and their law enforcement partners in this investigation put together a very strong case and deserve credit for their professional work here,” District Attorney Morrissey said. “Assistant District Attorney Piccarini handled the case well.” When Vasconcellos finishes his jail term, he will be required to undergo sex offender evaluation and conform to recommended treatment. He will need to register as a sex offender and will be on GPS monitoring. Judge Troy also ordered that he abstain from using alcohol and drugs and submit to random chemical testing to assure his compliance.
Medway Sisters Win Holocaust Essay
Page 9 Two sisters from Medway were among the winners of the 2011 Israel Arbeiter Essay Contest, receiving the honor on Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Sunday, May 1. Eleventh grader Rima Midori Sheehab won the grand prize in the 9th-12th grade division for her essay on the roots of her Okinawan and Bengali heritage while her sister Asia Sheehab, an eighth grader, won second place in the 6th-8th grade division. Over 500 students participated in the 2011 Israel Arbeiter Essay Contest. Israel Arbeiter is the President of the American Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors of Greater Boston, who saw his mother, father and seven-year-old brother sent to the gas chambers of Treblinka in 1942. He and two other brothers were chosen for slave labor. Arbeiter’s father’s last words to him instructed him to keep alive his Jewish tradition. Students were asked to write about how traditions shaped their lives. Rima and Asia Sheehab, sisters from Medway, both won prizes in the Israel Arbeiter Essay Contest. They are shown here outside the Holocaust Memorial in Boston.
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Choosing a Kitchen Designer "Oh no, not one more meal! I'm not cooking in this kitchen anymore, it's horrible, nothing works, the drawers stick, the countertop's coming apart, I can't find anything and the colors are awful. Either I find a restaurant where I can pay by washing dishes, or I have to redo this kitchen!"
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Since May 1, water bans have once again taken effect in both Medway and Millis and will continue throughout the summer. The Medway Water division requests that everyone reduce water use. It warns that the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) may soon require additional restrictions, but that currently, outside watering is prohibited from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., with no outside watering on Sundays. In addition, watering is permitted on odd numbered residences on odd numbered days, and even numbered residences on even numbered days. Violators are subject to $50 fine for first offense, $100 subsequent offences; repeat offences are subject to termination of service until compliant and a $50 fee for
restoration of service. For more information, call (508) 5333208. In Millis, the Department of Public Works prohibits outside watering, for both businesses and residents, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. through September 30, 2011. Penalties for violation of the policy are: $50 for the first offense and $100 for the second and each subsequent offense. Contact the Millis Department of Public Works at (508) 376-5424. Medway’s water division offers suggestions for conserving water. For example, water outside plants only as needed; keep lawns 2 1/2 – 3 inches and water thoroughly twice a week; wash vehicles at a car wash or on a lawn to recycle water; and restaurants should serve water only on customer request.
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Mass Breast Cancer Coalition Announces Mothers Walk for Breast Cancer Prevention Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) calls on mothers and their loved ones, to support breast cancer prevention by participating in the organization’s annual Against the Tide swim, kayak, walk or run fundraising event. “We are so fortunate to have such tremendous support from mothers demanding greater protection of their children’s future health, in our effort to stop breast cancer before it starts,” says MBCC’s Interim Executive Director Erin Boles. Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) is a statewide grassroots advocacy organization that seeks answers to what is CAUSING breast cancer in order to offer changes that will lead towards breast cancer prevention. Massachusetts’ breast cancer rate is nearly 10% higher than the national average, with some women in Greater Boston and Cape Cod bearing some of the highest risk for breast cancer in the world. More than 1 in 7 women risk a breast cancer diagnosis during her lifetime; and, while breast
cancer is typically a disease affecting older women, more and more younger women are being diagnosed with very aggressive forms of the disease. MBCC will hold its 19th annual Against the Tide event on Saturday, June 18th at DCR's Hopkinton State Park in Hopkinton, MA and on Saturday, August 20th at DCR's Nickerson State Park in Brewster, MA. Against the Tide consists of a one-mile competitive or recreational swim, a two-mile kayak and a three-mile walk or a 5k fun run. Participants may choose to participate in one, two, or three of these events. Registration opens at 7 a.m. and the event is typically over by noon, with complementary breakfast and the Awards ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. Participants can register for the "Mothers Walk Team for Breast Cancer Prevention" online at www.mbcc.org/swim. Donations may be sent to the following address: Against the Tide c/o MBCC 1419 Hancock Street, Suite 202 Quincy, MA 02169
Medway Lions Bottles & Cans Drive June 11th The Medway Lions will conduct its monthly bottles and cans collection on Saturday, June 11, 2011 starting at 9 a.m.; a fundraiser with proceeds used to support community services. Redeemables should be placed at curbside by 9 a.m. Redeemables may also be brought directly to Medway Oil on Broad Street by 11 a.m. the morning of the drive. Residents are reminded that they may also, at their convenience, place redeemables in the Lions Bottles and Cans shed in front of West Medway Liquors on Main Street. The Lions thank residents for their continued support.
June Calendar June 4 Mother Goose on the Loose, with Janine Schultze at 10:30 a.m., Music and storytime for toddlers under 2 and their caregivers! Mother Goose on the Loose combines music, movement, visual literacy and language development to help children get ready to read. Registration recommended. (508) 376-8282 Pancake Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., Federated Church of Norfolk, corner of Main and Route 115, All you can eat, $7 adults; $5 senior adults and free for children under 10. Purr-fect Cat Shelter Yard Sale, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. (raindate June 5), Medway Shopping Plaza, Route 109, Medway June 5 Farm Fest! 12-4 p.m., Maple Farm Sanctuary, 101 North Avenue, Mendon, Free event, featuring live music by Brief Awakening, yoga, food by Whole Foods, Bellingham, face painting, kids’ games, and healers, including massage, reiki, and acupuncture and farm tours, is sponsored by Yoga at the Ashram.
seniors, available at door or through church office at (508) 376-5034. June 6 Friends of the Library Annual Meeting, Medway Public Library, 7 p.m. Still looking for a secretary! June 10-11 Relay for Life, Medway, Millis, Medfield and Norfolk, Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street, 6 p.m. – 8 a.m., All, especially cancer survivors, are encouraged to attend. June 11 Monthly bottles and cans fundraiser with proceeds used to support community services. Redeemables should be placed at curbside by 9 a.m. or brought directly to Medway Oil on Broad Street by 11 a.m. Residents may also, at their convenience, place redeemables in the shed in front of West Medway Liquors on Main Street. The Lions thank residents for their continued support.
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June 13 Annual United Regional Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, Glen Ellen Country Club, 84 Orchard St., Millis. Day of golfing, networking and fun starts at 11 a.m. with registration. Shotgun start at noon; awards dinner at 6 p.m. Cost $175 after June 1.
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Environmentally-Friendly Lawn Practices Are Worth the Effort BY JEFF BUTENSKY Perfect lawns are dependent on an array of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers that can be harmful to our environment and health. There are many simple techniques that support a great landscape while reducing the need for lawn chemicals. A great lawn begins with seeds. In our cold weather region, three types grow the best – fescue, bluegrass, and ryegrass, available either individually or in combinations. It is best to mix together different types and brands of seeds, and product labels are required to indicate the amount of each type of seed in the package. Grass seed that is encapsulated, contains ingredients other than seeds, or appears unnatural may grow very fast but adds unnecessary chemicals that can destroy the soil organisms that are essential for an environmentally friendly lawn. Avoid “annual” grass seed because it will not grow back next year. Early autumn and late spring are the best time to plant new sections of lawn, and natural seeding requires more later in the season. For established lawns, spreading 50 pounds of seed per quarter acre each year can reduce weed infestations and help combat problems associated with insects. The best food for any plant is itself, meaning that grass clippings are the best fertilizer for any lawn. Most lawn mowers produced over
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The College Column BY SUSAN WESTCOTT ALESSANDRI On the first day of class, I get to know my students by asking them some basic questions, but I focus on one that is meant to generate some discussion and allow me to get to know more about my students as individuals. If faced with a professor like me, with just a few minutes to think about your answer, what would you say? I will be honest: the student who tells me that she likes to shop does not come across as a very interesting person, but yet I’ve heard that answer. Or, that a student being a twin makes him or her interesting. I’ve gotten that more than once. Each time, I’ve waited to hear that the student who likes shopping was also “discovered” in the mall and is now a famous supermodel, or that the student who is a twin was separated at birth and only recently reunited with that twin. Now those things would be interesting. To be fair: my students are not announcing anything beyond the life experience of a college student, but the most interesting students are able to think critically about their life experience and articulate what makes them unique. That is the purpose for my question – to engage students in discussion about something they know and find interesting. It’s a low-pressure environment, and it often leads to connections between us that we might not have known we shared. If you’re getting nervous about how you would answer my question on the first day of class, you’re in luck: you have nearly three months of summer to experience new things that might spark something inside you, and I have a few basic suggestions for igniting that spark: You live in the Boston area. Have you visited the world-famous museums or walked the Freedom
Trail? Chances are good that a professor teaching at your future outof-state college might wonder why you lived so close and never took advantage of our city’s history. Use your time to read. If the extent of your pleasure reading has been your friends’ Facebook status updates, it could be that you haven’t enjoyed enough good books lately. You don’t have to read the classics, but pick up a book that others have been talking about. It will give you a conversation starter when you get to school, and it might even turn into a favorite book. Know what’s going on. Those status updates let you know what your friends are up to, but a good old-fashioned newspaper can serve the dual purpose of keeping you entertained and informed. Professors will also be impressed if they find out your read the paper every day. I can promise that. Regardless of whether you have a leisurely summer planned, or are working to earn enough money to buy books or to save for spending money, now is perhaps the last time in your life you will have the luxury of time. Take advantage of it as an opportunity to keep asking yourself “What makes me interesting?” and I can assure you it will be time well spent. Dr. Alessandri is a native Bostonian and lives in Medway. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Journalism at Suffolk University. Previously, she taught for six years at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, before earning her Ph.D. in mass communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. If you have a question about college – from application to graduation – please drop me a line at salessandri@ suffolk.edu.
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Girl Scouts Honor Volunteer from Millis Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts has awarded Michelle Schofield of Millis, Mass. an appreciation pin and certificate for her services to the Girl Scouts and her outstanding support of the Girl Scout Mission. Schofield was nominated and endorsed by her peers and approved by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts board of directors to receive the pin. This recognition is given to volunteers who provide outstanding service, significantly contributed to one or more council goals in membership, growth and retention or increased community visibility in one geographic area, actively recognize, understand and practice the values of inclusive behavior. The organization honored Schofield at a recognition dinner as a volunteer who has truly gone above and beyond to have a positive impact on girls in her community. Schofield serves the Millis Girl Scout service unit as the Girl Scout Coordinator, Troop Leader to two troops, Encampment Director and she has also become a Council Facilitator, enabling her to provide new volunteers the train-
Pancake Breakfast at Norfolk Church June 4th The Federated Church of Norfolk will hold a Pancake breakfast on June 4 from 8-10 a.m. in the fellowship hall of the church. In addition to our famous homemade pancakes, ham, sausage and cinnamon rolls, we will also cook omelets or fresh eggs to order. Fresh homemade biscuits and sausage gravy are also available. All you can eat for $7, with a senior citizen cost of $5 and breakfast free for children under age 10. The Federated Church is located at the corner of Main Street and Route 115 across from the Town Common. The church vestry and restrooms are handicap accessible. For more information, contact the church office, (508) 528-0262.
ing and enthusiasm they need to begin troops and serve other girls within the Girl Scout council. Membership has grown under Michelle’s leadership with Millis reaching 100% of their girl goal and 104% of their adult goal in 2010. "It is our honor to show our
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Legionnaire Victor Leontie Receives 50 Year Award from the Legion
gratitude and thanks for their volunteer contributions that allow our council to flourish and our girls to grow into tomorrow's leaders," said Ruth N. Bramson, CEO, Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass speaking to all of G.S.E.M. award recipients. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts serves more than 41,000 girls ages 5-17 and 17,000 adult volunteers in 178 communities across Eastern Massachusetts with the mission to build girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.
50 Years a Legionnaire: Victor Leontie (middle) receives a 50-year award from Alan Burch (right) and Bud Waite (left).
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Going, but Not Alone Bethany House Ministry Provides Support to Former Inmates BY J.D. O’GARA This Thursday morning, in a small room of a nondescript house on Main Street in Millis, six heads are bowed in prayer. Members of the Bethany House Ministries cradle their Bibles and recite the Liturgy of the Hours, a morning prayer said by members of the Catholic Church throughout the world. Later, they share with each other the focus of their prayers. “Prayer is for us, not for God. It unites us,” says Sister Kathleen Denevan, a Franciscan nun. Sharing the focus, says Sr. Kathleen, helps others “know what it is that’s of a concern for you.” Sister Kathleen and Ruth Raichle, a former member of the Dominican Sisters of Bethany, run the Bethany House Ministries, a non-profit, charitable organization they founded in 1993 that provides
support to prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families. The ministry is based on the spirit of Fr. Pére Marie Jean Joseph Lataste OP, who founded the Dominican Sisters of Bethany in 1864 after leading a spiritual retreat for women in a French prison. Lataste, who was transformed by the experience, was moved to help the women avoid stigma and “the dark path of sin” as they were released from prison. “The greatest sinners have the possibility to become the greatest saints,” says Sr. Kathleen. The Bethany House Ministries aims to continue the congregation of Fr. Lataste, providing continuing support and encouragement to former prisoners, so that they might stay on the right track. This morning, there’s a palpable feeling of warmth between the people in
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The Bethany House Ministry provides a spiritual community of support for prisoners, former prisoners and their families. Above, from left, are Sr. Kathleen Denevan, Sr. Ruth Raichle, Thomas Lynes and Sr. Ann McNeil. Shown below are Gary Stewart and Nghia Vy.
“I was in and out six or seven times. I was in for many years,” says Mr. Stewart, who appreciates that within the group he can speak openly about his thoughts and fears. “ I did my cursillo (a course on Christianity) at Old Colony, but
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Bouchey Receives CPCU Designation Medway Lions Jessica Bouchey, Branch Supervisor at Murphy Insurance Agency, has been awarded the professional insurance designation Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU®) by the American Institute for CPCU. The American Institute for CPCU is an independent, nonprofit educational organization that confers the CPCU designation on persons who complete eight rigorous courses and national examinations and meet its ethics and experience requirements. All CPCUs are required to maintain and to improve their professional knowledge, skills and competence through their commitment to the American Institute’s Code of Ethics. “Jessica is to be commended on continued from previous page when I went to Bethany at Norfolk, it hit me right away – the overwhelming feeling of acceptance is what caught me and kept me wanting to come back. I don’t know. It just felt like the presence of Christ.” Stewart came out of Norfolk in 2004 “with a fear,” he says “of losing the support and losing the community feeling.” He says that a lot of people at MCI Norfolk helped him grow, and he was unsure about “coming out to the community.” He thought, “Am I going to come out and survive?” Thanks to the ministry, rather than face the world alone, “I was connected right away, as soon as I went through the doors,” says Stewart. Thomas Lynes, who was introduced to the Bethany community in through word-of-mouth in prison, was released in 2010 after 20 years. Mr. Lynes is currently benefiting from a similar experience, with Nghia and Stewart being there, along with the sisters, to welcome and support him. Lynes was involved in a 6-month re-entry program in Framingham, and to start out, he’s working at the Bethany House Hope Chest. Lynes resides at the Hope House, in Millis, an approved residence, as he gets back on his feet. Sr. Ruth and Sr. Kathleen arranged for Lynes to become involved in a program where he can continue to work on his lifelong struggle with alcohol and drugs. Without the community values and assistance, says Lynes, ”quite
ance in 2003 as a Customer Service Associate and was promoted to Branch Supervisor of the Marlborough office in 2005. She received her B.S. in Business Administration from Framingham State University. In addition to her CPCU, Bouchey is a Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) and Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC). A native of Townsend, Bouchey resides in Bolton with her husband and son.
attaining this professional achievement, which is highly regarded in the insurance industry,” said Dennis F. Murphy, Jr., CEO. Bouchey joined Murphy Insurfrankly I don’t think I would have a snowball’s chance in hell. I’ve never worked in a shop; I’ve never worked with people. Now, I’m working in a store, and I’m dealing with people, and they’re getting to know me.” Vy agrees that before he found the strength of faith, “So many times, I impressed myself with a lot of negative things,” says Vy. “Alcohol was a big part of my life and because of that, I ended up in prison.” Vy credits the Bethany House Ministry with giving him “not only hope, but it helped me to find a way back.” The Bethany House Ministry has also become a member of the Millis community, which all agree has been most supportive of the two thrift stores and yearly auction. “ This store…(the customers)
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Say Thanks! Dear Editor, The Medway Lions Club had yet another successful Pancake Breakfast, a time of the year when we get to thank the community of Medway, the local businesses, and our volunteers who support all of our service projects throughout the year, and join them for a wonderful meal. Over 580 people enjoyed a sumptuous breakfast of pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, fresh fruit and Joe’s “Famous Quiche”. The Pancake Breakfast is a huge event that takes many “hands” to pull together. Along with our advertisers, there are local businesses that contribute: AD-PRINT, Coffee Sensations, Dunkin Donuts, Garelick Farms, McDonald’s of Medway, Medway Public Schools and Roche Bros. Supermarkets. We thank them from the bottom of our collective hearts. A “BIG” thank you goes out to all of our volunteers who helped us with the breakfast: Medway
High School Peer Counselors Nikkie Collari, Molly Johnson, Jessie Warren, and Scott Wheeler; Holliston Leos Amber Ahronian, Anna Christofori, Jessica Polny, Robin Stopa, Sydney Strzempko and Cullen Tyman; and other local volunteers Beth Blenkhorn, James Corbett, Elaine Griffin, Danny Laffin, Ken Masterson, Kelsey Norton, Haily Piccinin, Alexis Souza and Lynn Tremble. We’d also like to thank the following local businesses and groups who also support us throughout the year: Joseph & Thomas Opticians, Medway Oil Company, Medway Police Association, Rojee Decorating Specialists and West Medway Liquors. Thanks again to everyone who came to the Pancake Breakfast and who lend a hand with our efforts to raise money for local efforts and eye research. We couldn’t do what we do without you! Laurie Lafave Medway Lions
“Our main objective is to serve the people with love and affection,” says Sr. Kathleen. Those who end up going back to prison are “the exception, not the rule,” she says. “We’ve seen that what comes after Bethany is always more beautiful than what came in.” For more information on the Bethany House Ministry, visit www.bethanyhouseministry.com.
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Millis' Yoga at the Ashram Sponsors Farm Fest in Mendon June 5th BY J.D. O'GARA Yoga at the Ashram, in Millis is spreading the love to the animals in June, sponsoring a Farm Fest fundraiser for Maple Farm Sanctuary in Mendon, Mass. The free event will take place on June 5th, from 12-4 p.m. at Maple Farm Sanctuary, 101 North Avenue, Mendon, Mass., in an effort to raise awareness of this local animal haven. Donations will be welcome. "I thought, 'Let's do a festival to raise awareness for the animal sanctuary,'" says Victoria Haffer Director of the Yoga Center at Yoga at the Ashram, who met Cheri and Jim just a few months ago. "I just fell in love with them and the farm, and I wanted to do something for them." Farm Fest is a festival for all. It will be a fun filled afternoon of kids activities, (games, face painting, and crafts), for adults there will be free reiki, massage, and shamanic healings. Whole Foods of Bellingham will be catering the
event and also live music from many well known musical artists in the area. Yoga will be provided by Yoga at the Ashram in Millis. Farm tours will also be scheduled throughout the day. Farm Fest is being sponsored by many local businesses in the community. For more information please go to www.MapleFarmSanctuary.org. Maple Farm Sanctuary was founded by Jim and Cheri VanderSluis. It evolved from a dairy farm into an animal sanctuary in 1997 and was self-funded for several years before obtaining non-profit status. MFS is a safe, loving refuge for over 90 abused, abandoned and unwanted farmed animals as well as a small number of dogs, cats and wildlife. They are able to live the remainder of their lives in peace, free to roam the land. In addition to their rescue mission, Jim and Cheri seek to educate others about the need to respect all life and the benefits of adopting a humane diet. Through volunteering or visiting MFS, many people have made personal
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Victoria Haffer, Director of the Yoga Center at Yoga at the Ashram, is shown here with one of the refugees living at Maple Farm Sanctuary in Mendon. A free event, "Farm Fest" will take place at the sanctuary on June 5th.
Chamber Golf Tournament at Glen Ellen Country Club The United Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Chamber Golf Tournament on June 13 at Glen Ellen Country Club, 84 Orchard St., Millis. The day of golfing, networking and fun starts at 11 a.m. with registration. The shotgun start is at noon with an awards dinner at 6 p.m. The cost is $175 after June 1.
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Medway High School Charles River Bank Awards Prizes National Merit to School Banking Students Scholarship Students Announced National Merit Scholarship Students Announced! Medway High School is pleased to announce the names of 6 students who were accepted into the beginning stages of the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. The accepted students are: Jay Anderson, Christopher Davey, Hannah Domeier, Nicole Edmunds, Taylor Macari and Nathaniel Shires. These students met the selection index requirements score of 202 or above on the 2010 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
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Sarah Ghelli (left) is seen with Ashley Jolicoeur (Right) receiving her gift certificate for participating in Charles River Bank’s School Banking Program.
Helping students develop their financial skills helps build strong communities. Committed to teaching children the importance of saving, Charles River Bank has run the School Savings Program for students in grades 1 to 4 in Medway elementary schools for more than 10 years. Students are encouraged to make deposits during weekly their weekly in-school banking days with a raffle of two 25-dollar Barnes and Nobles Gift Certificates. Each time a student made a deposit at school during the month of March, he or
she was entered to win. Charles River Bank Marketing Assistant Ashley Jolicoeur presented the Gift Certificates to the two contest winners, Sarah Ghelli of the Memorial School, and Andrew Rozak of the McGovern School. “We try to keep the School Savings Program exciting for the children by rewarding them with special incentives throughout the school year. There are many more students who are asking questions about their deposits, where to sign a check, and how to keep up with their transaction reg-
Leah Caffrey, a junior at Medway High, was selected to participate in this year’s Art All-State, which took place on May 27 and 28. Art All-State is a collaboration of the Massachusetts Art Education Association and the Worcester Art Museum. Final participants are selected based on points accrued through a process of nomination by the student’s visual art teacher, a personal interview, and specific art work by the student. This is a statewide competition and only 140 students are invited to participate in the weekend long Art AllState event.
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Above: Visitors to the 2011 Medway Pride Day were greeted with a smile by this crew. From left, Patty Downing, Gordon White, Lorry White, Denise Lucier and Brenda Wenzel, all members of the Medway Pride Day Committee.
Above: Abigail Ratcliffe, age 3, of Medway, enjoys a heap of cotton candy from the Charles River Chorale booth at the 2011 Medway Pride Day.
Left: Lonan Malmberg, of Uxbridge, plays with a tennis racquet bigger than he is at the Charles River Tennis Club booth at Medway Pride Day.
Right: Diesel, a calf born on April 11 at Ironshoe's Mobile Petting Farm, was part of this year's Medway Pride Day.
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Linsky Testifies in Support of Income Tax Deduction for Municipal Fees Representative David Linsky (DNatick) today testified before the Joint Committee on Revenue in support of legislation he filed that would provide an income tax deduction for municipal and public school fees. “I filed this bill after hearing from numerous constituents about the growing number of local fees,” said Representative Linsky. “All of these services were at one time funded through the local property tax, but now it is a separate fee. Families are basically being taxed twice for these services.” House bill 1702, An Act to Create an Income Tax Deduction for Municipal and School Fees would provide a tax deduction on the state income tax for various fees charged by cities and towns for local services. The tax deduction under Linsky’s bill would include school fees, such as bus fees, ac-
Natick – 9:30 a.m. at the Natick Senior Center, 90 Oak Street in Natick. Please note the new location of the Natick Senior Center.
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tivity fees and athletic fees, as well as for other local services including trash pick-up fees, and “pay as you throw" fees, which are in place in many Metrowest communities. “There are some families in my district that have to pay over $1,000 in school and other municipal fees,” further commented Linsky. “These fees further exacerbate the differences between the haves and have-nots. Financial circumstances should not dictate a student’s ability to participate in public school activities and sports teams. This bill would provide much-needed tax relief to the middle class.” H.1702 is currently before the Joint Committee on Revenue for consideration. It received a public hearing on May 5, and is awaiting further action by the Revenue Committee.
Linsky, Peisch Office Hours June 13th State Representative David P. Linsky (D-Natick) constituent office hours for Natick, Sherborn and Millis for the month of June will be held on Monday, June 13, 2011. Samantha Washburn-Baronie, his legislative aide, will be accompanying him. Representative Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley) or a member of her staff will be in attendance during Natick hours. Venues and times are as follows:
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Senior Center, 900 Main Street in Millis. Sherborn – 1 p.m. at the Sherborn Town Hall, 19 Washington Street in Sherborn. Representative Linsky stated that all office hours are open to any residents of Natick, Sherborn, or Millis who may have questions or concerns that they wish to bring to his attention. He also invites all constituents to call him at his State House office at (617) 722-2575, at his Natick office at (508) 6475600, or stop by Room 146 in the State House.
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On May 12, scores of area residents were treated to an evening of the big-band era’s greatest hits from the New England Swing Orchestra. Sponsored by the Millis
Cultural Council, the concert was held at the Millis Town Hall gymnasium. Potted palms and even a mirrored ball hung above provided just the right atmosphere for
the 10-piece orchestra. The band sounded out hits such as “In the Mood” and “Sing, Sing, Sing,” all while folks danced the night away.
Leslie Stefanowicz wins Millis Mother of the Year Thanks to letters written by, Bennett, age 11, Maggie, age 10, and Dory, age 8, Leslie Stefanowicz has won this year’s Millis Mother of the Year contest, run by the Millis Recreation Department. As winner, Stefanowicz received a 60-minute facial to Willow Spa, a $25 Gift Card to Primavera, a dozen roses from Paul’s Flowers, and Moet Champagne from 5th Ave. Runner-ups included: Kathleen Malewicz: - $40 gift certificate to Lilac House, Essence MedSpa Manicure & Pedicure and Bottle of Indaba Chenin Blanc from Harkey’s Wine & Spirits Alica McKersie: - Picture Frame and Photo Album from Hallmark, Basic Facial from Salon 109 Meaghan Quilop: - $30 from KMK Cleaners and CVS Beauty Gift set Kate Morgan: - $25 gift card from Sherborn Day Spa and $15 gift card to Shaws Eileen Lyons: $25 gift card to Magic Nails Congratulations all!
Radiation Oncologist Develops Brachytherapy Program at Milford Regional Radiation oncologist Peter F. Orio, III, DO, a Brigham and Women’s physician, was recently appointed to the active medical staff at Milford Regional Medical Center. He is a specialist in brachytherapy; a minimally invasive, highly effective treatment for low-risk prostate cancer. This treatment, recognized as a standard of care in early stage prostate cancer, is now being offered at Milford Regional.
Dr. Orio graduated from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME in 2001 and completed an internship at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. He performed a radiation oncology residency at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, WA where he was chief resident. Dr. Orio is board certified in radiation oncology.
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JUMPinG THE BROOM (PG13) - Starring Angela Bassett, Paula Patton, Laz Alonso, Loretta Devine, Meagan Good, Tasha Smith, Julie Bowen, DeRay Davis, Valarie Pettiford, Mike Epps, Romeo, Tenika Davis, and T.D. Jakes. Jason (Alonso) is a successful investment banker from humble roots. His protective mother (Devine) is a Brooklyn postal worker and his smart-ass cousins (Epps and Davis) kid him about his minority position in a "white man's" world. All of that is about to change -- or actually, get a whole lot more heated -- when he announces that he intends to marry the beautiful, and wealthy, Sabrina (Patton). Her family lives on Martha's Vineyard, puts on airs, speaks French, and claims a different "slave" ancestry from that of the rest of their black brethren. The movie is elegantly photographed. There is something about a wedding that bestows a pleasing view upon a film. How can you go wrong with the beautiful Martha's Vineyard? RATING: B BRiDESMAiDS (R) - Starring Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, Chris O'Dowd, Maya Rudolph, Ellie Kemper, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Jon Hamm. As one might surmise from the title, the film is about a wedding. Lilian (Rudolph) has finally been asked the question by her boyfriend and now the time has arrived to begin planning the festivities. For her Maid of Honor, she chooses her oldest, dearest friend: Annie (Wiig), who's not in a romantic mood at the moment. Her boyfriend has broken up with her, her current bedmate (Hamm) likes the "friends with benefits" relationship, and she can't see a future with the cop (O'Dowd) who is besotted with her. Meanwhile, she has the rest of the bridal party to contend with. Lilian chooses four others: the sainted Helen (Byrne), who can do no wrong; the naïve Becca (Kemper), who is a newlywed; the uncouth and uncensored Megan (McCarthy); and the past-her-prime sexpot Rita (McLendon-Covey). Despite being Maid of Honor, Annie finds that she has a rival when it comes to every nuance of her duties, so the wedding becomes not about Lilian, but about who is her true best friend. This is funny, lewd, crude, and very inappropriate at times. It definitely deserves its R rating. Wiig is funny, but McCarthy is the one who steals almost every scene. She is hilarious and isn't afraid to make fun of herself. RATING: B THOR (PG-13) - Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Anthony Hopkins, Stellan Skarsgard, Kat Dennings, Jaimie Alexander, Ray Stevenson, Joshua Dallas, Tadanobu Asano, Clark Gregg, Colm Feore, Idris Elba, and
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MoVIE REVIEWS Rene Russo. Directed by Kenneth Branagh. Marvel's Thor (Hemsworth) is the arrogant heir to the monarch-god Odin (Hopkins) and the proverbial big man on campus, which in this case is the floating celestial realm of Asgard. We meet Thor as he's poised to assume the throne from Odin. His brother Loki (Hiddleston) must remain waiting in the wings. When an incident occurs that threatens the long-standing peace between the Asgardians and their ancient foes, the Frost Giants of Jotunheim, Thor takes it upon himself -- bringing Loki and his pals along with him -- to dole out some hammer-throwing justice. Enraged at Thor's defiance, Odin strips his son his mighty hammer Mjolnir, and casts him out of Asgard and down to Midgard (aka Earth) to learn humility, which leaves Loki standing to gain the throne ... once Odin's out of the picture. Landing in the middle of the New Mexico desert, Thor is found by astrophysicist (Portman), her colleague Dr. Selvig (Skarsgard) and her assistant (Dennings). While earthbound, Thor attempts to retrieve Mjolnir from the crater where it landed. The area is now under the control of S.H.I.E.L.D. and its agent (Gregg) on the scene. Alas, Thor is not yet worthy to hold the hammer again. He must change if he's ever going to return to Asgard and stop Loki. I saw this in 3-D and in the IMAX. My senses were on overload -- way too much CGI for my brain. Again, the movie continues after the credits - so don't be in a rush to leave. It gives us a little glimpse into the next installment. RATING: BSOMETHinG BORROWED (PG-13) - Starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson, Colin Egglesfield, John Krasinski, Steve Howey, and Ashley Williams. Rachel (Goodwin) is a talented attorney at a top New York law firm, a generous and loyal friend and, unhappily, still single -- as her engaged best friend Darcy (Hudson) is constantly reminding her. But, after one drink too many at her 30th birthday party, perpetual good girl Rachel unexpectedly ends up in bed with the guy she's had a crush on since law school, Dex (Egglesfield), who just happens to be Darcy's fiancé. When Rachel and Darcy's lifelong friendship collides with true love, it leads to unexpected complications and potentially explosive romantic revelations. Meanwhile, Ethan (Krasinski), who has
been Rachel's constant confidante and sometimes conscience, has been harboring a secret of his own. Hudson is over the top and at times is annoying, Goodwin and Egglesfield have great chemistry and Krasinski is hilarious and saves the movie from being intolerable. Even though the movie didn't end the way I had hoped; I was still entertained. I'm not sure if it matters, but there's a little more of the film that continues after the credits. RATING: BPROM (PG) - Starring Aimee Teegarden, Thomas McDonnell, DeVaughn Nixon, Danielle Campbell, Jere Burns, and Yin Chang. This is Disney's take on the big night. Teegarden plays Nova Prescott, senior class president and head of the prom committee and feels an added pressure to make the event extraordinary. Everything seems to be on track for an enchanted evening until the shed housing the prom decorations burns to the ground. With her fellow committee members now tied up with other obligations, Prescott is left to pull things together on her own. Fortunately, or not, Principal Dunnan (Burns) comes to her rescue when he coerces Jesse Ritcher (McDonell) into helping her. Living in the shadow of his absentee father, the troubled Jesse is saddled with a lot of baggage. But while he grudgingly puts in his hours with Nova, he begins to appreciate her dedication, even after she gets dumped by her own prom date. Meanwhile, the other students experience various degrees of euphoria and misery leading up to the dance. Just as the film High School Musical - Senior Year gave that graduating class at East High a chance to perform one last melodic extravaganza, while this film brings the students of Brookside High together for a final celebration (minus all the song and dance routines). RATING: C+ FAST FiVE (PG-13) - Starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Sung Kang, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, and Joaquim de Almedia. The summer movie season of 2011 has arrived in much the same manner as many summer movie seasons: with a blaze of action and special effects. This is the fifth installment to the Fast and Furious franchise. The movie opens an undetermined time after the fourth installment. The opening sequence is shorter than the one in its predecessor
as Brian (Walker) and his girlfriend, Mia (Brewster), organize a jailbreak for Dominic (Diesel), who is being taken to prison in a bus. A little fancy driving is all that's necessary to flip the bus and spring the criminal. For their efforts, Brian and Mia get their own "Wanted" posters and have to hide out in Rio while their goal is the $100 million cash stockpile of a drug kingpin (Almedia). To accomplish that theft, the intrepid trio must assemble a team - a dirty dozen of sorts. However, not only are Dominic, Brian, and Mia at war with the Brazilian drug lord, they are being hunted by an elite United States special agent named Hobbs (Johnson), whose methods are charitably referred to as "wrath of God" stuff. Be sure and stay after the credits - a little tease for the next installment... stay tuned. RATING: B AFRiCAn CATS (G) - Narrated by Samuel L. Jackson. The film follows two families of felines in a remote valley in Kenya's 580-square-mile Masai Mara National Reserve. As the seasons change, we see young lions and cheetahs come of age against all odds as their elders struggle to find food and shelter for them. Unfortunately, hunger and extreme conditions aren't the only problems the animals face. Predators are always on the prowl, from hyenas and crocodiles to dominant males of the same species. The audience is taken on a heartwarming and heartrending journey of about a year in the life of these packs of animals, through love, loss, pain and pleasure. Gorgeously shot in high definition, African Cats is essentially a televised National Geographic segment. It is delightful to behold thanks to breathtaking photography that captures the beauty of the country and a simple story that everyone can enjoy. It's also an entertaining way to make a difference; during the first week of its release, a portion of the proceeds from that week's ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of the inhabitants of the African savanna. RATING: B+ RiO (PG) - Starring the talented voices of Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, George Lopez, Tracy Morgan, Leslie Mann, Jemaine Clement, and Rodrigo Santoro. Blu (Eisenberg) is a domesticated blue macaw, a rare breed of bird that hails
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from the jungles of South America. Captured just out of the nest and transported to the United States, he has been living a life of bliss with his owner, Linda (Mann). One day, a conservationist named Tulio (Santoro) seeks out Linda with a proposition. He has discovered the last female blue macaw; if Linda will bring Blu to Rio, the birds can mate and re-start the species. Blu's initial encounter with his bride-to-be, Jewel (Hathaway), doesn't go well, but the two aren't given much time to get to know one other before a gang of bird-nappers spirits them away. Now it's up to Blu and Jewel to escape the clutches of the dastardly criminals and, with the help of a few feathered and furred friends, make their way back to Linda and Tulio before they are sold off as prize specimens. Unlike many other animated films, this script doesn’t slip in a lot of adult-oriented jokes. While that’s great for family audiences, some parents may have a harder time engaging in the simple story. Still this visually vibrant production with its sanitized depiction of Brazil’s colorful and celebrated Carnival offers amazing portrayals of the birds and their surroundings. RATING: B TYLER PERRY'S MADEA'S BiG HAPPY FAMiLY (PG-13) Starring Tyler Perry, Loretta Devine, Shad 'Bow Wow' Gregory Moss, Cassi Davis, and Isaiah Mustafa. Written, produced, and directed by Tyler Perry. Madea's family is big and in every film we're introduced to more family members. The relative in distress this time around is her niece Shirley (Devine) — her irritable adult children and their respective spouses and partners are in serious need of straightening out. Also, Shirley wants the family to come together so she can make an important announcement — she is dying of cancer. She calls upon Madea, the only person capable of rounding up everyone and hopefully fixing what’s broken. All of which the no-nonsense Madea needs to dispatch in the space of 106 minutes. Shirley’s family, it turns out, has big problems, and among them are revealed secrets of a past rape, an illegitimate child, marital discord, a child custody battle, and a parolee on the verge of returning to drugs. This is standard Perry material. Nothing and no one ever grows or advances in Madea’s fictional universe; she and they are stuck in a loop, going round and round. His films are formulaic, the plots recycled, and the roles are caricatures instead of genuine characters, but he still manages to make me laugh every time. When comparing this film to his previous ones, this one is not as good or as funny. RATING: C+
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Massachusetts Legislators Celebrate Donate Life Month
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History Making Year at Quigg’s Gymnastics
Representative David P. Linsky attends organ donation awareness event at State House In recognition of Donate Life Month in Massachusetts, Representative David P. Linsky (D-Natick) attended Donate Life Day at the State House to help encourage organ and tissue donation in the Commonwealth. The event highlighted the organ donation effort in Massachusetts including implementation of the online registry at the Registry of Motor Vehicles website where drivers can easily elect to register as organ donors. Currently, 99% of organ donors register through the RMV and the new system is generating many new donors. “I was happy to participate in an event that increases awareness of organ and tissue donation,” Said Linsky. “Donate Life Day gave answers and reassurance to the various questions individuals have regarding organ and tissue donation.” Recently,
Governor
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Patrick issued a proclamation declaring April as Donate Life Month in Massachusetts. He stated Massachusetts’ goal of registering 50% of our driving population as donors through the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Currently, there are more than 110,000 Americans and more than 2,900 Massachusetts residents waiting for a life-saving organ transplant. Last year, 218
Massachusetts patients died waiting for one of these transplants. Over the past year, the lives of more than 240 New Englanders were saved because individuals registered as organ donors on their state driver’s license or online through the Donate Life New England registry. In addition, the lives of 25,000 in this region were enhanced by tissue donations from registered tissue donors.
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Kiara Chan is 15 (has been at Quigg's since age 3), Samantha Boardman is age 14.
Quigg’s Gymnastics has been a household name in the area for the past 30 years. This season marks the 30th anniversary of the family owned business. The current owners Michelle-Quigg Hopping took over ownership in the Fall of 2001 from her parent Kathy and Wally Quigg.
Massachusetts state championship along with winning Bars & Vault. She also placed 5th on Beam & 6th on Floor. At Regionals Kiara won the Vault, 2nd on Floor, 4th on Bars and took the bronze medal in the All-Around. Kiara helped lead her team to a Regional Championship Win!
The competitive program at Quigg’s has come a long way. When Michelle took over ownership the program was purely recreational. She started her first team in 2002. There are currently 11 competitive teams with over 98 gymnasts competing this season. This year for the first time in 30 years 2 gymnasts qualified for and competed in the level 8 Regional Championships. Kiara Chan of Franklin and Samantha Boardman of Norfolk both represented the state of Massachusetts on May 2nd.
Samantha Boardman finished 8th All-Around at the State Championship along with 6th on floor, 10th on Vault & 10th on Beam. Samantha competed as an All-Star at regionals placing 4th on Floor and helping her mixed team win the All-Star meet.
Kiara won the All-Around at the
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The girls are coached by owner Michelle Quigg-Hopping and Eric Antonik. The gym is currently enrolling for their summer program and Fall 2011. You can check it out at quiggsgym.com or call (508) 8456437.
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Lions Say Thanks for Great Senior BBQ Dear Editor,
Millis Resident Performs at Symphony Hall Jennifer Kessler, a Millis resident, recently performed at Symphony Hall in Boston as part of the 2011 Massachusetts All State Chorus. Kessler was chosen to perform as part of the chorus following a rigorous selection process conducted by the Mas-
sachusetts Music Educators Association.
Boston Latin School in January during a two-day festival.
As part of that process, Kessler, a senior at the Cambridge School of Weston, was selected to participate in the Eastern District Chorus which sang at the
This was her third time performing as a member of the All State Chorus. She is coached by Millis voice teacher Rebecca Waters.
Medway Youth Earns Boston College High School Honors Emory D. Vanbruinswaardt Ackman 2012 of Medway achieved High Honors for the Third Quarter at Boston College High School. For High Honors a student must
have at least a 3.80 QPA and all grades C+ or higher.Boston College High School is a Jesuit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for young men founded in
1863. The school enrolls approximately 1,500 students from more than 100 communities in eastern Massachusetts.
We had wonderful turnout at the recent Senior Barbecue at the Medway Senior Center. Approximately 100 people attended, including not only Seniors but walkers from The Sunshine Group Walk-a-Thon. The Medway Lions would like to thank them for joining us for a mouth-watering Bar-
becue. We'd also like to thank Middlesex Savings Bank for cosponsoring the Walk-a-Thon with us and Roche Brothers for their generous donation that allowed us to offer such a delicious menu. We hope to have an even better turn out next year! Thanks, Laurie Lafave - Medway Lions
Voice Duo to Appear at Millis Church of Christ June 5th Rebecca J. Waters, Millis resident and teacher at Dean College, and Victoria Litkowitcz, accompanied by Fr. Robert J. Condon will appearing in a recital of vocal duets and solos on Sunday June 5th at 7 p.m. at the Church of Christ UCC, 142 Exchange Street, Millis, MA. Both women are so-
pranos with extensive performing experience. Ms. Waters and Fr. Congdon have previously appeared in this ongoing Performance Series. Tickets, $10 for adults, $5 for seniors are available at the door or through the church office, (508) 376-5034.
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Camp Develops Youth’s Potential August Summer Camp Registration now open for YMCA in Franklin Camps Programs for Junior High Schoolers
Instead of spending the summer at home and indoors, the Bernon Family Branch of the Hockomock YMCA is encouraging parents to give their kids a chance to explore nature at the Y’s camp. YMCA campers gain new experiences, develop essential social skills and create lifelong friendships, while enjoying camp adventures along the way. Franklin YMCA reminds parents that camp is among the best options for engaging kids in activities that will help develop their spirit, mind and body, while getting them outdoors in a safe environment. “Camping is synonymous with personal development,” says Jim Downs, vice president of youth & community development of the Hockomock Area YMCA. “Kids come to camp to develop friendships, learn skills in a new environment, and make memories that will last a lifetime.” YMCA Camp provides exciting and educational summer camp options for school-age children, teens, and options for children with spe-
cial needs. Attending summer camp at the YMCA can impact youth and teens in several important ways: • Kids learn when given a break from their daily routine. Camp offers kids and teens productive “time away” from the troubling economic news they hear every day, as well as an independence they do not typically experience at home or in school. • Lifelong memories are made at camp. Camp Wigwanawan is the ideal environment for developing new skills, learning from other campers and counselors, and making new friends to share it all with. • Decision-making skills are learned through experience. At camp, kids and teens learn and practice how to make smart choices, solve problems, and work as a team toward common goals. These skills are essential to character development. • At camp, kids and teens develop confidence by trying and learning new things, including adventurous
outdoor activities that can lead to healthy, life-long habits. • Camp is the perfect environment for increasing kids’ and teens’ awareness and appreciation of nature and the great outdoors. Collectively, the nation’s largest providers of camping programs, YMCAs have operated summer camps for more than 100 years. Each year, YMCAs operate more than 2,000 community and regional YMCA day camps that serve 600,000 individual campers each summer, which includes about 120 specialty camps for kids with disabilities. An additional 1.5 million individuals participate in camp programs throughout the balance of the year in family camps, weekend retreats, and school camping. Please visit www.hockymca.org or call the Franklin branch at (508) 528-8708, the Foxboro branch at (508) 772.1353, or the North Attleboro branch at (508) 6957001 to learn more.
Tri-County RVTHS has planned an expanded Summer Camp Program during the week of August 812 for students entering 7th and 8th grade. Featuring seven themed programs, the Summer Camps offer an opportunity to explore careers and exercise the mind through hands on, interactive learning and fun. • In Auto Collision Camp (8 a.m.12 p.m.), participants will create vanity plates and learn how industry experts overhaul a car’s exterior into a fancy ride. • Beginning Carpentry Camp (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) teaches Campers construction skills and how to use professional machinery, including hand and power tools, to design and craft a wooden sign.
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• CyberCamp (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) focuses on technology, allowing Campers to create a Web site, build a computer and a network, and learn the basics of robotics using Legos. • Electrical Camp (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) teaches how electricity works through hands-on activities including making a magnet and wiring buzzers, lights, motors, and switches, allowing Campers to create a l a.m.p.
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• Cosmetology Camp (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) introduces all aspects of the beauty industry through activities related to hair, nail, and skin care.
• Engineering Camp (12:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.) introduces Campers to the many concepts of engineering in a stimulating, entertaining environment that couples learning with competitions.
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• Beginning Plumbing Camp (12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.) allows students to create a take-home project while learning about plumbing technology using hands-on problem-solving skills.
The cost of one camp is $200 and the cost of two camps is $350. Registration forms must be submitted by Friday, June 10, 2011 with payment in full. Students in the Tri-County School District are given enrollment preference. Registration forms will be distributed to 6th and 7th grade students in district middle schools and are also available by visiting the school Web site at www.tricounty.tc and clicking the “Summer Camps” link. For more information, please contact Tri-County at (508) 5285400.
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Sports
The Fifth Grade Boys Division 2 of the Metrowest Basketball League celebrated an undefeated season this past March. Congratulations, boys! From left, bottom, Dakota Page, Dominic Zonfrelli, P.J. Adams, Andrew Brooks, Brian Sheehan, Kurt Hopkins; Top Row, from left, Assistant Coach Bill Page, James Thisse, Timmy Smith, Nathan Wong, Head Coach Paul Adams, Bryce Latosek, John Manning and Assistant Coach Paul Zonfrelli.
Tri-County’s Matt Killoy--Ready, Willing and Able sport.”
BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY
Coach Murphy begs to differ with his attacker.
Although having begun his high school lacrosse career at Tri-Country Regional Vocational High School on the defensive side of the ball, senior Matt Killoy has shown he has the ability to put the ball in the net.
“If we win out our last four games he will have amassed 50 wins in his high school career and he has been a big part of our success,” the coach said. “Not many kids can say that.”
In his sophomore season, Killoy was uprooted from the defense and inserted into an attacker position. Having begun playing lacrosse for the Franklin Youth Lacrosse League since he was eight years old, Killoy basically found himself playing offense until eighth grade. “We had a very solid offense my freshman year so the coach put me in on defense,” Killoy said. It wasn’t long after that initial season on the varsity squad when the coach moved him to the offensive line. Since Coach Matt Murphy made the move, the now senior has averaged close to 40 goals a season for the Cougars. Killoy netted 41 in each of his first two seasons and could reach the 50 plateau this spring. “He always seems to be in the right place at the right time,” the coach said. “He also knows how to beat a defense no matter what they’re playing.” Despite scoring 40 plus goals a
season since becoming an attacker Killoy is not all that impressed with his goal scoring ability. “Scoring goals are nice, but I’m more concerned with winning,” he said. “If I score a goal that helps us win then it works for me. If we’re not winning, my scoring doesn’t mean all that much.” Another impressive statistic that jumps out at you regarding Killoy’s varsity career at Tri-County is the fact that he’s closing in on 50 wins during his four seasons. An impressive stat to most, but once again something that really doesn’t impress the senior. “It would be nice to get 50 wins, but it’s not something I’m concerned with,” Killoy said. “I try to be humble with myself. I play the game hard because I love the
Killoy, a two time Mayflower League All Star, would much rather his team advance through the state tournament than receive all the individual recognition. Over the past three seasons in which the Cougars have advanced into the Division 3 East Lacrosse Tournament their success has not been all that glamorous. In all three years Tri-County has been eliminated in the first round; Westwood took them out in 2008, Manchester Essex in 2009 and Martha’s Vineyard last spring. “We’ve had some tough opponents that beat us in the first round over the last few years,” he said. “I think our lack of experience hurt us in the past, but this year I think we’re ready.” Tri-County fans are hoping that Killoy is right and that 2010 could be the year that the Cougars win a tournament game and advance into the second round – now that would be the icing on the cake for an already illustrious high school career.
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Medway Sports Where Are They Now? Ready Gives Medway A Link To Notre Dame Football BY KEN HAMWEY, SPORTS WRITER
Medway may be a long way from South Bend, but Bob Ready gives his hometown a link to Notre Dame football, a national championship, and a coaching legend. Ready was a three-sport star at Lowell High where he played against icons like Lynn Classical’s Harry Agganis in football and Somerville’s Ronny Perry in basketball. Recruited out of prep school by coach Frank Leahy, the 6-foot-2, 200 pound Ready arrived at Notre Dame in 1950 and became a three-year starter at defensive tackle. Teamed with future NFL all-pro tackle Frank Varrichione from Natick, Ready starred on Irish squads that went 25-3-2 during a three-year span that included a national co-championship in 1953. “Leahy was a perfectionist but he also was a slave-driver,’’ Ready said. “He was never satisfied. We often scrimmaged for two hours, and then his assistants would run us into the ground. He was an X’s and O’s genius and a fantastic motivator.’’ Ready, who first wanted to play Ivy League football at Dartmouth, called the Notre Dame opportunity “a dream come true.’’ He knew he was competing in the national spotlight and understood the his-
torical significance of playing where Knute Rockne coached. And, he understood why Leahy, who previously led Boston College to the Sugar and Orange Bowls, stressed conditioning. Facing Texas at Austin in 110-degree heat proved to Ready the value of being in tip-top shape. “We beat Texas, 14-3, but it was brutal,’’ Ready said. “There were buckets of ice on the sideline. I had a good game and was chosen Associated Press player of the week on defense.’’ Ready, who majored in American history, drew Leahy’s ire when he was ejected in a game against Indiana for throwing a punch.
camp after the service, but being away from football for two years hurt,’’ he said. “I was waived after a month.’’ There was never a chance Ready would ever be cut when he competed at Lowell. He played on three football teams that compiled a 29-1 record and was one of the stars in a national bowl game that Lowell played in Jackson, Miss. “The bowl invitation came in my senior year when we went unbeaten,’’ Ready recalled. “We played Meredian High, we won, 12-7, and I had a decent outing.’’
“I got into a tussle with an Indiana player, we threw punches but we both missed,’’ Ready said. “We got tossed and Leahy instructed me to never lose control again.’’
Ready was chosen Lowell’s MVP in his final schoolboy game against Lawrence on Thanksgiving. He also was a star center in basketball, averaging 8 points and 15 rebounds a game, and he was a capable first baseman, hitting .310 during a four-year career in baseball.
Ready relied on quickness, lateral movement and instinct in both high school and college. And, it was those attributes that enabled him to get drafted by the Washington Redskins on the 14th round after graduating from Notre Dame in 1955. Ready had to wait two years before reporting because he had to finish active duty with the Air Force ROTC.
When Ready failed to win a job with the Redskins, he returned to Lowell and taught school for a year before turning to the insurance industry where he worked for 50 years before retiring. The father of four, Ready calls his late parents (Joe and Mary) his role models and stressed that he has no regrets with the way his athletic days unfolded.
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stayed injury-free,’’ he noted. “And, I was thrilled to be inducted into the Lowell High Hall of Fame in 1995. I was fortunate to play with and against some great athletes.’’ Ready, who still watches Notre Dame football on TV, doesn’t see his alma mater returning to national prominence on the gridiron until the college relaxes some of its academic standards. “It’s tough for the great athlete who is a borderline candidate to get into Notre Dame,’’ Ready said. “To get those kids, standards
would have to be loosened. But, I’m proud of the college’s academic standing and the NCAA hasn’t found any violations or infractions. Strict standards are being enforced, and that will make it difficult for Notre Dame to regain its elite status of the past.’’ Bob Ready was a quality lineman at Notre Dame when it enjoyed high rankings and when it was the envy of the rest of college football. His partnership with the Irish was as golden as the famous dome on the administration building at South Bend.
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Millis Sports Kyle and Derek Latosek Brothers Provide Spark For Millis Baseball Team BY KEN HAMWEY, SPORTS WRITER
Kyle and Derek Latosek have a lot in common.
As Millis prepares for its date in the tourney, Derek points to a pair of sophomores who may play key roles for the Mohawks.
“Chris Baker has been a quality utility player for us and Derek Bauer can pitch and play left field,’’ Derek noted. “They’ve done a good job as underclassmen. And, coach Awdycki deserves credit, too, for managing the rotation and the reps in practice.’’
They’re brothers who attend Millis High and they play three sports. Both pitchers, they’ve been key competitors this spring for coach Mark Awdycki’s baseball squad that has a 6-7 record after 13 games but still eligible for postseason tournament play.
The Latosek brothers often try to outshine one another. It’s natural for siblings to compete, and they know competition is healthy.
A senior, Kyle also plays third base. He’s 1-1 on the mound and he’s hitting .381 with 13 RBIs. Derek is a junior who can play second or third base when he’s not hurling. Derek has a 2-2 record with an earned-run average of 4.63, and he’s hitting .235 with 4 RBIs.
“As the older brother, I’m expected to be better,’’ Kyle said. “Sometimes it’s important to be better so you can have bragging rights.’’
“They’re excellent competitors,’’ said Awdycki of the combination. “I could play either of them at any position and feel confident. Kyle’s love of baseball is contagious and when Derek is on and has control, he’s tough to hit. They’re good athletes but also great kids.’’ Kyle’s best outing was a complete game, two-hit win over Ashland and Derek’s effort on the mound against Norfolk Agricultural (12-1 victory) enabled the Mohawks to clinch a playoff berth. Since Millis is a Division Four school, it can qualify for tournaments by compiling .500 records against similarly ranked teams. “It’s good to know we’re already in the tourney but my goal is for us to finish at .500 or above,’’ Kyle said. His brother believes Millis can go deep into tourney play because of the high caliber of competition the Mohawks face in the Tri Valley League. “We face Division Two and Three teams in the TVL,’’ Derek emphasized. “We see good pitching every game and that gets us ready when we square off against Division Four schools.’’ Kyle, who is one of the baseball team’s captains, relies on a fastball and curve when he’s pitching and banks on patience at the plate, always looking to slash a single or double to the gaps.
“Trying to outdo one another makes us better and provides a good rivalry,’’ Derek said.
Their coach and their teammates like what the brothers bring to the table and admire the spark both provide. The Mohawks could be major beneficiaries when tourney time arrives, especially if Kyle and Derek Latosek are on the top of their games.
Kyle and Derek Latosek are excellent competitors both on the field and with each other.
“I try to be versatile,’’ said Kyle who is 5-11 and 170 pounds. “What I need to improve upon is adding some power to my swing.’’ Kyle, who was a co-captain in basketball, has been a leader by example. He can also be vocal when the need arises. His senior project at Millis showed exceptional leadership ability. “I ran a youth baseball clinic during April vacation,’’ he said. “The idea was to help younger players learn baseball. My teammates helped with instruction and we raised $700 from donations that went to the athletic field project.’’ Kyle plans to attend either Bridgewater State University or St. Joseph’s College in Maine where he’ll major in business. For the present, however, he’s all business when it comes to Millis’ baseball fortunes. “This is the last team I’ll play for at Millis,’’ Kyle said. “I played quarterback in football and shooting guard in basketball. I’ve played three sports and eight varsity seasons. When I finish at Millis, it’ll be bittersweet. I’ll miss my friends and teammates but I’ll be eager to
start a new chapter in my life.’’ Kyle points to the Mohawks’ other baseball captains — shortstop Alex Lagos and centerfielder Jake Bradbury — as quality teammates. “Alex has been one of our top players and Jake is a good hit-andfield guy,’’ Kyle said. “Coach Awdycki is another plus. He works hard in practice and keeps us focused.’’ A top-notch receiver in football with 30 receptions and 4 touchdowns, Derek also was a shooting guard in basketball. The 5-10, 150pounder rates baseball as his favorite sport. “You don’t have to be big or physical to excel in baseball,’’ Derek said. “You need to have a high IQ for the game. The Red Sox’ Dustin Pedroia is a good example of a small guy excelling because of his competitive fire.’’ Also relying on a fastball, Derek throws a knuckle-curve, which he labels as “effective because it drops.’’ A right-hander like Kyle, Derek also is patient at the plate and is basically a singles-doubles hitter.
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Obituaries MILLIS: Mary Ellen (Gately) Cebrowski, age 62, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, fiancée, and friends on Saturday, May 7, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Framingham she was the daughter of the late Police Chief John M. Gately and Rita (Downing) Gately, and was educated in the Millis Public Schools graduating with the class of 1966. Mrs. Cebrowski pursued a career in education attending Worcester State College, Framingham Stage College and she also attended Boston University with an additional career in nursing and midwifery. She was employed by Boston City Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and private nursing.
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell in collaboration with Neighborhood Housing Services of the South Shore and the South Shore HOME Consortium announces free foreclosure prevention counseling workshops. The workshop is available to all residents of Norfolk County.
Mary Ellen enjoyed traveling together with her fiancée Ray to their home at the southern outer banks on the coast of North Carolina. Loved and appreciated, she was an avid reader, music lover, bird watcher, and had mastered the art of stained glass, as well as a practiced Jeopardy player and huge fan of college basketball.
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She is survived her fiancée Raymond E. Henry, 2 sons, Thomas M. Cebrowski and his wife Karen of Norfolk and Philip E. Cebrowski and his wife Linda of Millis, as well as 2 grandchildren, Daniel and Erika Cebrowski of Norfolk. She was predeceased by her only brother John M. Gately Jr.
Register O’Donnell noted “Homeowners are struggling. There were 46% more foreclosures in 2010 than in 2009 in Norfolk County. These numbers do not capture the tragic stories behind the numbers. Homeowners should take advantage of the assistance and counseling opportunities that is out there.” For more information on Neighborhood Housing Services’ foreclosure prevention workshops, visits www.neighborhoodhousing.org or call (508) 587-0950.
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Funeral services were held at the Roberts-Mitchell Memorial Chapel, 15 Miller Street, Medfield with burial following in the Gately family lot at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis. Contributions in Mary Ellen’s memory may be made to the Millis Food Pantry, 152 Exchange Street, Millis, MA 02054. See www.robertsmitchell.com for the guest book, directions and additional information.
MILLIS: Richard Francis Hagan, age 76, a former Millis resident, died early Wednesday morning, May 4, 2011, at his home in Epping, NH. Born in Winthrop on January 29, 1935, he was a son of the late Paul R. and Julia (Paul) Hagan. He was a 1953 graduate of Winthrop High School and served with the Army during the Korean War. Richard began his career as a programmer with New England Life. He then was employed with Fenwal, Inc. of Ashland as a software engineer and supervisor of communications. He retired in 1990 and moved from his longtime Millis home to Epping a few years later. He was an avid tennis player. Beloved husband of Patricia (Martin) Hagan, he is also survived by a son, Eric J. Hagan of Medfield; four grandchildren, Tyler, Michael, Drew, and Olivia Hagan; and his siblings, Paul Hagan of Winthrop, Patricia Herbert of El Cajon, CA, Dennis Hagan of Brighton and Judy Jalbert of Lakeland, FL. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church in Millis, following funeral services at RobertsMitchell Funeral Home, Medfield. Donations may be made in Richard’s memory to the charity of one’s choice. For guest book, directions and additional information see www.robertsmitchell.com. MILLIS: August “Pete” Johnson Jr., age 79, a longtime resident of Millis, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 10, 2011 at Mary Ann Morse Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Natick. Born, raised and educated in St. John, Maine, he was one of eighteen children born to the late August and Anice (Savage) Johnson. He served as Corporal with
the US Army during the Korean War and served as past Commander of the American Legion Post 208 of Millis. Pete was employed as a heavy equipment operator after the war and worked primarily in commercial construction in the greater Boston area. He married in 1957 and lived a short time in Randolph prior to settling in Millis. Always one to enjoy working with cars, he owned his own service station, Pete’s Globe Texaco of Framingham from 1970 until 1985. Thereafter he operated equipment for residential contractors in the MetroWest area. He is survived by his wife, Barbara A. (Anderson) Johnson; two daughters, Debra Gibbs and husband Mark of Douglas, and HeidiJeanne Johnson and Michael Snodgrass of Sutton; two sons, Scott Johnson and wife TJ of Watertown, and Toby Johnson and wife Danielle of Franklin; his five grandchildren, Andrew, Jessica, Arianna, Tyler, and Isabella; two brothers, George of CT, and Arnold of ME; a sister, Anice McBrierty of ME; and many nieces and nephews.
2011, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. He was the loving husband of Tracy E. Donahue and devoted father of Nolan Michael Schmitz. Born on August 19, 1964, in Pasadena, CA, he was the son of Peter J. and Carol (Limbird) Schmitz of Pittsford, NY. He was a 1982 graduate of Pittsford-Mendon High School and continued his educated at SUNY Fredonia, earning a bachelor’s degree in genetic engineering. Kelly moved to Arlington and was employed with the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children for several years. He was later an IT director at Cubist Pharmaceuticals and vice president with Maxiom Consulting Group prior to serving as vice president of Information Technology and Operations since September 2008. He had also served on the Massachusetts Biotech Council. Married in June of 1994, Kelly had been a resident of Millis since 2002. He enjoyed playing golf, sailing and snorkeling and sharing a good bottle of wine with family and friends. An enthusiastic follower of soccer, Kelly was Nolan’s #1 fan.
The family wishes to publically acknowledge Mary Ann Morse Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Natick for their loving care of Pete and support for all his family over the last 6 months.
He is also survived by his sister, Joy Cooper and husband Keith of Elkton, MD; his parents-in-law, David and Jean Donahue of Concord, NH; and a large and loving extended family.
Funeral services were held at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home in Medfield. For guest book, obituary and directions please see www.robertsmitchell.com. Donations may be made in his memory to Brookhaven Hospice, 6 Beech Street, Framingham, MA 01702.
A Memorial Service was held at First Parish Unitarian Church in Medfield and visiting hours took place at the Roberts-Mitchell Funeral Home in Medfield,
MILLIS: Kelly Michael Schmitz, age 46, of Millis, a Vice President of ARIAD Pharmaceuticals of Cambridge, died after a long illness on Tuesday, April 26,
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home M A R K E T P L A C E 529 Savings Plans for College Education Funding BY RYAN D. MARINI, CLTC
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home M A R K E T P L A C E Best Kept Secret in Wrentham Historial Home built in 1840 on 7.62 acres of land with lots of love needed. Calling all “purists” just chomping for the chance to restore and create your own dream home, our historic twelve room Colonial sets up tall overlooking all seven plus acres, and we can tell you that the longtime owner with all her Yankee sensibilities has left you a perfectly livable canvas while you work your magic. The double parlors, wide pine floors, marble hearths, floor to ceiling windows, are just a few of the interior features. Call today for your private tour! Offered at $499,000
Nancy Flynn - Coldwell Banker, Franklin 508-954-3934 FEATURED PROPERTY
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82 Holliston St, Medway, MA 02053
508-533-5122
Call Judith Needell 508-494-5868 Direct
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MEDWAY - Stately Mansard Roof Colonial zoned as 2 Family. Spacious rooms, much updating done. Large 3-car garage with loft. Upstairs unit updated with hardwood floors, beautiful custom kitchen, lovely tiled bath, lots of room, walk-up attic, private patio, and much more. Lots of space, antique charm, convenient location. Earn while you own! Call 508-533-5122 $364,900
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MILLIS - 8 room, 4 bed, 2 bath Ranch $289,900 MLS# 71207252
MEDWAY - 8 room, 4 bed, 2 bath Colonial $309,900 MLS# 71207252
MILLIS - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial $349,900 MLS# 71211908
NORFOLK - 9 room, 3 bed, 2 bath Raised Ranch MLS# 71209984 $374,900
BELLINGHAM - 7 room, 3 bed, 1.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71226042 $314,900
MILLIS - 6 room, 3 bed, 2 bath Cape $359,900 MLS# 71194055
MILLIS - 5 room, 3 bed, 1 bath Cape $329,900 MLS# 71188254
NORFOLK - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Ranch MLS# 71209261 $344,500
BELLINGHAM - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71209440 $394,000
MILLIS - 7 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Contemporary MLS# 71207114 $479,500
NORFOLK - 10 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71185806 $545,000
NORFOLK - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71215685 $499,900
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NORFOLK - 8 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71198843 $479,900
NORFOLK - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71215685 $499,900
82 Holliston Street, Medway, MA 02053
508-533-5122 Independently Owned and Operated
FREE HOME INSPECTION* When you list your home with us between June 1 and June 30th MILLIS - New 6 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Townhouse MLS# 71127130 $319,900
MILLIS - 10 room, 3 bed, 2.5 bath Contemporary MLS# 71206507 $668,000
*Reimbured at closing, up to $500. Not to be combined with any other offer.
MEDFIELD - 12 room, 5 bed, 3.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71176038 $749,900
MEDFIELD - 9 room, 4 bed, 2.5 bath Colonial MLS# 71224083 $659,900
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