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School Committee finalizes contract agreements

MusicFest Westfield rocks the Green Look for additional Summer Music Series MusicFest Westfield photos Page 8.

Granger Smith wows the crowd.

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Veterans, first responders, have new local ally

Dave Sutton talks with a veteran. (Provided by Dave Sutton)

By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent SOUTHWICK—Imagine feeling jumpy, aggressive, distant. These feelings persist in you constantly and you can’t find any way to numb them or turn them off. They continue to boil under the surface and scratch at you. These feelings are so strong and persistent, in fact, that you want to kill yourself.

This is what it can be like for an estimated 4 million Americans each year with PTSD. And many of them are military personnel or first responders, such as EMTs, police officers or firefighters.

For the people who are trying to cope but can’t, a new nonprofit organization called “One Call Away” has been established and will be making its debut at the Southwick Days, on Sunday, July 24, to help those struggling.

For David Sutton, founder of One Call Away and a veteran, the key is to keep those who seek help confidential.

“These guys need an avenue to deal with these issues anonymously to get the help they need without risking their careers or well-being,” Sutton said.

Sutton said that many veterans feel that if they admit they have issues like PTSD, then the military will catalogue it in their personnel files. From there, Sutton said it could follow them and hinder their chances to get jobs and veterans believe it could also impact their right to bear arms.

But in Sutton’s program, veterans and first responders dealing with PTSD or other mental issues can remain anonymous and meet with others who have gone through similar struggles. They would meet in group settings similar to Alcoholics Anonymous.

“These are the guys that know. They know exactly what works and don’t and sharing that information will help others too,” Sutton said. “A burden shared is half the burden.

“They come to anonymous meetings.

It is veterans and first responders helping each other; it’s experience, help and hope,” he said.

Sutton said that the group will provide more than just anonymity and meetings, See Local Ally, Page 3

By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – The School Committee met on Thursday along with Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski to vote on ratification of employee contracts and approve Memorandum of Agreements following an executive session on remaining contract issues.

Ratified were the Cafeteria Managers Association and Westfield Education Association Unit D for paraprofessionals successor agreements.

The committee also approved agreements to clarify the severance and longevity changes on the teachers’ contracts. The teachers gave up their severance pay in the most recent contract signed in June for increases in longevity pay.

Some teachers who had built up severance and plan to retire within the next four years were given the choice to keep the terms under the old contract.

Mayor Brian P. Sullivan said those teachers will retain 100% of their severance for the next two years, 75% the third year, and 50% the fourth year, after which the new terms of the contract will take full effect.

Sullivan said the School Committee wanted to make sure they covered teachers who would be adversely affected by losing their severance. The agreement signed on Thursday fills the gaps for teachers who are nearing retirement to keep the old agreement.

Also approved at the meeting was an agreement for professional legal services with Dupere Law Offices.

Before voting the contract, School Committee member Diane Mayhew asked Czaporowski if he was comfortable with the firm.

“In my limited three week experience, I have used their services extensively,” Czaporowski said.

“I do like them being on the school side, and having that expertise. I am comfortable with Dupere, but didn’t know if you were,” Mayhew said.

School Committee member Kevin Sullivan said that he See Contract, Page 3

Paula Ceglowski is Westfield Schools Director of Human Resources. (WNG file photo)>

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Petty Officer Turcotte recognized Ney Hall Galley Culinary Specialist First Class (Surface Warfare) Phillip Turcotte was frocked at an All Hands Call at Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island on June 3. Turcotte enlisted in the U.S. Navy on April 27, 2008 from Westfield, MA. Culinary Specialists assist supply officers in ordering and storage of subsistence items and procurement of equipment and mess gear, check delivery for quantity and assist medical personnel in inspection for quality, prepare menus and plan, prepare, and serve meals, maintain food service spaces and associated equipment in a clean and sanitary condition, including storerooms and refrigerated spaces, maintain records of financial transactions and submit required reports, maintain, oversee, and manage quarters afloat and ashore.

Petty Officer Turcotte was recognized as Junior Sailor of the Year for his exceptional leadership as Cargo Leading Petty Officer of Ney Hall Galley, leading to its Five-Star Accreditation Award.

Southwick Senior Center Trip “SISTER PLAY” (An amusing family trip takes a detour) at the Chester Theater in Chester, Mass.

Thursday, August 4th. Leave the center at 11 a.m.. Cost is $34.00 due June 20th for reserved seating. Lunch will be at Chester Common Table at your own expense.

Man lassoes bear with head stuck in big plastic container GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — A Colorado bed and breakfast owner armed with just a length of rope helped save a black bear with a giant plastic container stuck on its head.

Jim Hawkins got his lasso around the animal’s midsection on the first throw. He said Thursday that he and the bear “did a rodeo thing for a while” before the animal figured out that Hawkins was the reason it couldn’t run away.

That’s when the bear went after Hawkins, leaving him with scrapes and a wound that needed stitches. It then scrambled up a tree, remaining there until officials arrived.

Carbondale District Wildlife Officer John Groves tells the Post Independent newspaper that officials tranquilized the bear and cut the container off its head.

It was released in the mountains and is expected to survive.

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TODAY IN HISTORY

Today is Friday, July 22, the 204th day of 2016. There are 162 days left in the year.

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n July 22, 1916, 10 people were killed when a suitcase bomb went off during San Francisco’s Preparedness Day parade, an event sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce in anticipation of America’s entry into World War I. Two anti-war labor radicals, Thomas Mooney and Warren K. Billings, were accused of the bombing and imprisoned; they were released in 1939 amid doubts about their guilt.

ON THIS DATE: In 1587, an English colony fated to vanish under mysterious circumstances was established on Roanoke Island off North Carolina.

In 1796, Cleveland, Ohio, was founded by General Moses Cleaveland (correct).

In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln presented to his Cabinet a preliminary draft of the Emancipation Proclamation.

In 1934, bank robber John Dillinger was shot to death by federal agents outside Chicago’s Biograph Theater, where he had just seen the Clark Gable movie “Manhattan Melodrama.”

In 1943, American forces led by Gen. George S. Patton captured Palermo, Sicily, during World War II. In 1946, the militant Zionist group Irgun blew up a wing of the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, killing 91 people.

In 1957, Walter “Fred” Morrison applied for a patent for a “flying toy” which became known as the Frisbee.

In 1963, Sonny Liston knocked out Floyd Patterson in the

first round of their rematch in Las Vegas to retain the world heavyweight title.

In 1975, the U.S. House of Representatives joined the Senate in voting to restore the American citizenship of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. (President Gerald R. Ford signed the measure on August 5.)

In 1986, for the first time in a half-century, the House of Representatives impeached a federal official; Judge Harry E. Claiborne was later convicted by the Senate of tax evasion and bringing disrepute on the federal courts.

In 1991, police in Milwaukee arrested Jeffrey Dahmer, who later confessed to murdering 17 men and boys (Dahmer ended up being beaten to death by a fellow prison inmate).

In 1995, Susan Smith was convicted by a jury in Union, South Carolina, of first-degree murder for drowning her two sons. (She was later sentenced to life in prison, and will not be eligible for parole until 2024.)

TEN YEARS AGO: Israeli tanks, bulldozers and armored personnel carriers knocked down a fence and barreled over the Lebanese border as forces seized the village of Maroun al-Ras from the Hezbollah guerrilla group.

FIVE YEARS AGO: Anders Breivik, a self-described “militant nationalist,” massacred 69 people at a Norwegian island youth retreat after detonating a bomb in nearby Oslo that killed eight others in the nation’s worst violence since World War II. A jury in Cleveland convicted Anthony Sowell of killing 11 poor, drugaddicted women whose remains were found in his home and

backyard; Sowell was later sentenced to death (his case is being appealed). President Barack Obama formally signed off on ending the ban on gays serving openly in the military.

Former Democratic National Chairman Charles T. Manatt, 75, died in Richmond, Virginia.

ONE YEAR AGO: A Soyuz space capsule blasted off for the International Space Station, docking with the orbiting outpost nearly six hours later. Prosecutors in Colorado urged the death penalty for Aurora movie theater shooter James Holmes, saying he deliberately and cruelly killed 12 people (Holmes ended up being sentenced to life in prison when the jury could not unanimously agree on execution). A federal grand jury indictment charged Dylann Roof, the young man accused of killing nine black church members in Charleston, South Carolina, with 33 counts including hate crimes that made him eligible for the death penalty.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole, R-Kan., is 93.

Actor-comedian Orson Bean is 88. Author Tom Robbins is 84. Actress Louise Fletcher is 82. Rhythm-and-blues singer Chuck Jackson is 79. Actor Terence Stamp is 78. Game show host Alex Trebek is 76. Singer George Clinton is 75.

Actor-singer Bobby Sherman is 73. Former Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, is 73. Movie writer-director Paul Schrader is 70. Actor Danny Glover is 70. Singer Mireille Mathieu is 70. Actor-comedian-director Albert Brooks is 69.

Rock singer Don Henley is 69. Movie composer Alan Menken is 67. Singer-actress Lonette McKee is 63. Jazz musician Al Di Meola is 62. Actor Willem Dafoe is 61. Rhythmand-blues singer Keith Sweat is 55. Actress Joanna Going is 53. Actor Rob Estes is 53. Folk singer Emily Saliers (Indigo Girls) is 53. Actor John Leguizamo is 52.

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WESTFIELD SCHOOL COMMITTEE

Contract was okay with having outside counsel, but the company is supposed to be the School Committee’s attorney. He also said that he wants them to be in direct contact with the city’s law department.

Sullivan also said he has some issue with the cost for their services, which is $2,500 per month, or $30,000 per year.

“My question is, do we need them at this price tag?” Kevin Sullivan said.

“They’re a professional firm, and they’ve been doing a good job. I think we need to give the new superintendent a year to assess them,” School

Continued from Page 1 Committee member Cynthia Sullivan said.

It was also pointed out that there is a 30-day notice of termination in their contract.

“If it gets into something we don’t like, we can use the 30-day termination clause,” Mayor Sullivan said.

Also present at the meeting was Paula Ceglowski, the new Director of Human Services for Westfield. Having just started on Monday, she is already putting together the search committee for a new interim principal for Westfield High School.

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Ceglowski said the search committee will be finalized today, and the job posting, which is linked along with other openings to the human services page on the city website has a closing date of July 28.

“Our goal is to have someone in place before the start of the school year,” Ceglowski said.

When asked how she felt about starting in the midst of a high profile personnel change, she replied, “I’m in H.R.,” implying that changes are par for the course in the field.

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though. One program they are establishing is a financial assistance program.

“We will never give them a check, but if they are getting their lives back into focus–since they’re losing their jobs like crazy, but have kids, a family—we will help them,” Sutton said.

This financial assistance, he said, may come in the form of helping PTSD sufferers catch up on late rent payments, back electric bills or may be gift certificates to local grocery stores so that they can eat.

He feels that those suffering don’t try to seek help because they also don’t want to seem like they cannot do it on their own, which is why One Call Away offers what they offer.

“They don’t want to be picked up and carried, they just want help standing back up,” Sutton said.

Also, Sutton and One Call Away want to create a network of veteran’s groups that are attempting to help those afflicted.

He is attempting to create connections with groups like Warrior’s Art Room and Lift for the 22, and has also connected with the Veteran’s Administration out of Springfield.

“In our dealings and our discussions with different members of different organizations, there’s a bunch of little shops opening up and trying to do amazing things,” Sutton said, “we’re trying to bring them together and get them what they need.”

Sutton said his idea for the group came from two sources.

First, when a motorcycle group he belonged to called the Patriot Guard Riders would attend veteran funerals as flag holders, too many of those being buried died because of suicide.

Second, Sutton’s own son also dealt with mental health issues as a veteran.

“I have a son who did three tours between Iraq and

Afghanistan and he suffers from PTSD and managed to work his way through it and get back into college and is doing great, but it was a hard ride,” so Sutton said that he became inspired to help those who come back the same way, or that deal with it in every day emergencies.

From there, his own ride began in Oct. 2015, when he first ran the idea by the members of the Patriot Guard Riders.

“I brought this concept to my fellow riders, and I shared it with them,” Sutton said. “I shared my passion about it, I explained to them why I’m doing it, and these guys saw it; as soon as I told them, they saw it and they all jumped on board.”

Sutton eventually received nonprofit status for the group with the help of members from the Patriot Guard Riders, and Southwick Days will be the organization’s official opening.

However, it won’t be the first time that they will be open for business.

“We had someone from New Hampshire who was done, ready to check out,” he said. “He was done and his friend saw a post about us on Facebook and brought him to us.”

Sutton said that they were able to intervene and help the man find the help he needed, including assistance from the Veteran’s Administration.

Still, the group will be private until Southwick Days; until they go on stage and announce their group and intentions after the group’s motorcycle ride.

If you want to help, the group will be starting with a motorcycle ride and cookout to help raise awareness this Sunday starting at 10 a.m. Registration to ride is $20 for a rider, $15 for a passenger, or to simply enjoy the cookout—which will include smoked pulled pork sandwiches, homestyle baked beans and Southern style coleslaw—the cost is $10.

All proceeds will go to benefit local veterans.

Massachusetts lawmakers set to approve pay equity bill

Clinton surpasses Sanders in Massachusetts fundraising

BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts lawmakers are preparing to take a final vote on a bill aimed at ensuring pay equity between men and women in the workplace.

Pay variations could still exist under the bill based on factors like seniority or systems that measures earnings based on production or sales.

The bill also bars employers from asking prospective workers to provide a salary history, though salary information could be offered voluntarily.

Massachusetts would be the first state to adopt such a provision.

The measure would also let employees discuss their current pay with co-workers without facing repercussions.

A final vote to send the bill to Republican Gov. Charlie Baker is expected Saturday.

Lawmakers say women are currently paid on average about 82 percent of what their male counterparts make for similar work.

Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden hosts their Annual Musical Moments WESTFIELD — Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden is proud to host their Annual Musical Moments Concert Series every Tuesday night at 6:30pm in Amelia’s Garden, that started Tuesday, June 7.

The concerts are FREE and allow everyone to enjoy local musical talents and the beautiful Amelia’s Garden. Fans are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets. The concerts are held rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are moved inside to Amelia Park Ice July 26 Old Country Road — Vintage & Bluegrass August 2 Charlie Galvin Band — Soft Rock August 9 Dan Kane and Friends — Broadway August 16 special time 6pm Russell Mountain Gang — Bluegrass August 23 special time 6pm Cory & the Knightsmen Band — Favorites www.ameliaparkice.org.

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BOSTON (AP) — Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton has surpassed her former rival Bernie Sanders in fundraising in Massachusetts.

As of the end of June, Clinton had raised nearly $8.6 million from Bay State supporters compared to the $7.6 million raised by Sanders.

Clinton will formally accept the nomination of her party at the Democratic National Convention next week in Philadelphia.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has also upped his fundraising game in Massachusetts.

According to campaign finance reports, as of the end of June, Trump reported collecting more than $257,000 from supporters in Massachusetts.

That's more than double the $105,000 he reported having collected through the end of May. The biggest chunk of Clinton's fundraising came from Boston and surrounding communities, including Cambridge, Medford, Somerville, Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, Chelsea and Revere.

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Westfield Bank Sunday Night Concert Series At Stanley Park Presents Shakin’ All Over

WESTFIELD — On July 24th come and enjoy the great sound of ‘Shakin’ All Over’. Shakin’ All Over is one of New England’s Premier Dance bands, specializing in performing tribute to the dance hits from the Top 10 from 1954-1964.

Their song list now includes a selection of well over 300 songs from this legendary era of Rock-n-Roll. This is their 17th year of performing throughout New England. If you like 50’s & 60’s music, come and dance and you will be ‘Shakin’ All Over’. This concert begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Beveridge Pavilion and it is free of charge. Chairs will be provided and a food service will be available. For further information on the Westfield Bank Sunday Night Concert Series please go to www.stanleypark.org or call the park office at 413-568-9312.

Westfield high school freshman orientation WESTFIELD — Dennis Duquette, Principal of Westfield High School, invites all incoming freshman and their parents/guardians to attend Freshman/Parent Orientation on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This will be an opportunity to get acquainted with the school and programs that are offered at Westfield High School.

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Donald Trump celebrates with his family and running mate, Mike Pence, after his keynote speech at the Republican National Convention on Thursday. (Brooks Kraft/For Politico Magazine)

5 takeaways from Trump’s speech After a week of missteps, it seems the Republican nominee is finally learning how to play the game Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. speaks to the Center of American Progress Action Fund, Wednesday, July 13, in Washington. (AP Photo)

Warren on VP decision: ‘If it were me, I would know it by now, so probably not’

By NICK GASS Politico.com Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren would not appear to be holding her breath when it comes to Hillary Clinton’s vice presidential selection, which could come as soon as Friday.

Appearing in a cold open sketch for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” the host stopped by Warren’s greenroom marked with a “VIP” sign on the door.

“Hey, I have to ask: Is there any chance that I could announce on my show tonight that you are Hillary’s VP pick?” he asked. “Because that would be pretty huge news for me to break!”

Warren responded, “Stephen, I think if it were me, I would know it by now. So probably not. But look, she’s got lots of good choices and I’m excited about seeing who she’s going to pick.”

“Fair enough,” Colbert said in the pre-recorded segment.

But after Warren closed the door, Colbert removed the “I” from the “VIP” sign, leaving only the two letters denoting shorthand for vice president.

Clinton is set to appear at a roundtable Friday morning in Orlando, Florida, with a rally scheduled for later in the afternoon in Tampa and another Saturday morning in Miami.

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine is reportedly the leading pick for the job, with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack the other top contender. Warren met with Clinton last Friday at her home in Washington, as did Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro.

Presidential Proclamation -Honoring the Victims of the Attack in Baton Rouge, Louisiana As a mark of respect for the victims of the attack on police officers perpetrated on Sunday, July 17 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, July 22. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand sixteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-first.

BARACK OBAMA

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By GLENN THRUSH Politico.com CLEVELAND — The bar was low, and Donald Trump cleared it.

After days at one of the most mismanaged conventions in recent history — and less than 24 hours after his rival Ted Cruz refused to endorse him — the Republican nominee delivered an impassioned and conventional plea to restore to America “the respect that we deserve.”

But even the most competent, professional, pre-written and telepromptered address of Trump’s career couldn’t free him from his demographic and partisan cul de sac. It was the Trump stump on steroids. The most important speech of the candidate’s life began with an inviting crossover appeal to Blue America — and ended up as a standard red-meat message to his overwhelmingly white base.

It was a raw, at times powerful, at times meandering — and really, really long — monotone broadcast of the pessimism that unites his divided party: build the wall on the Mexico border, restore “law and order” in America’s bloody inner cities, fight Hillary Clinton’s (phantom) effort to “abolish” the Second Amendment, destroy ISIL without deploying troops.

Whether it will be enough to help the most unpopular presidential nominee in modern history to move beyond his base remains very much in doubt.

HERE ARE FIVE TAKEAWAYS 1. What a bummer. Trump’s closest advisers often compare him to Ronald Reagan. But the candidate who took the stage Thursday night was less the sunny President Ronnie who summoned the optimism to rally a dispirited country in 1980 than the dour California governor of the 1960s whose dark vision of national decay earned him a gloomier-than-Dick-Nixon reputation.

To be a conservative implies preserving a cherished past, and vividly illustrating the threats your political opponents pose to the country’s legacy is an important part of making the case for a national shift to the right. But Trump, despite the lavish praise of his children and surrogates and his natural talent as a showman, doesn’t really do optimism. He can project certainty, or confidence in his capacity to solve problems, but he lacks the uplift of a Reagan, Barack Obama or even Bill Clinton.

Presidential politics is all about tone, and the talented newcomer hasn’t quite mastered it. “These wounded American families have been alone,” he said, referring to war-scarred veterans, “but they are alone no longer.”

It was a good line on the page. The problem is that Trump put a lot more emphasis on the first part of the sentence than the second part.

2. Ivanka’s appeal. After days of long-winded paeans of praise from the sleek Trump boys (who seemed destined for future congressional candidate-dom), the nominee’s poised, elegant and socially liberal daughter delivered a convincing case for her dad as a tolerant, nonpartisan leader.

“I do not consider myself categorically Republican or Democrat,” the 34-year-old Ivanka — who hadn’t even registered to vote before her father’s historic bid. “Sometimes it’s a tough choice. That is not the case this time ... Donald Trump is the person to make America great again.”

The daughter seemed intent on expiating the sins of the father — pitching as liberated a man who has talked candidly about his sexual exploits, derided Ted Cruz’s wife as unattractive and suggested Megyn Kelly was mean to him because she was menstruating. She went considerably beyond Trump’s own policy promises, pledging that her dad (who was noncommittal about the Democrat-backed Lilly Ledbetter fair pay act) would “fight for equal pay for equal work” – adding, “I will fight for

this, too, right alongside him.”

And thus, in a flourish of rhetoric that elicited applause from the convention floor, the party that opposed the Equal Rights Amendment and most subsequent efforts to impose pay equity flipped positions (for the moment) on a core gender equality issue.

3. Mayor of the USA. Ivanka is the face Trump wants to project. But the thematic heart of Trump’s law-and-order, America-on-its-knees message is borrowed from former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, whose 1990s crusade to reverse urban decline most closely mirrors Trump’s 2016 attempt to stem what he believes to be the nation’s downfall.

Giuliani’s politics — encapsulated by his shouted demand for “greatness!” from the rostrum Monday night — is, of course, a Gothamized version of the Nixon-Agnew-Reagan message that grew out of the cities-aflame urban unrest of the 1960s.

Trump’s version is tethered less to fact than to feeling. The crime rate in America’s big cities has been creeping slowly up in the past few years, but it remains at or near historic lows — yet Trump’s rhetoric, laser-targeted at his party’s aging, white base, is rooted in Giuliani’s 20-year-old call to arms, raised at a time when New York’s neighborhoods were still ravaged by crime and the remnants of the crack epidemic. “I have a message for all of you,” Trump told his supporters at the Quicken Loans Arena. “The crime and violence that today afflicts our nation will soon come to an end. … The most basic duty of government is to defend the lives of its own citizens. A government that fails to do so is a government unfit to lead.”

Powerful stuff, to be sure, but it’s aimed less at the statistical realities of American life (despite the horrific massacres of cops in New York, Dallas and Baton Rouge, violence against law enforcement is relatively low) than the sense of unease among the party’s white base.

If conventions are supposed to be about expanding a candidate’s appeal beyond the party base, Trump’s tough message — of a piece with his Muslim ban and Mexico wall — has proven to be a crossover flop with Hispanic and black voters.

4. Populist pay dirt. Trump was most effective — and devastatingly so — when he stuck closest to the classic insurgent’s cookbook and eschewed his signature off-script flourishes casting himself as Bernie Sanders’ revolutionary soulmate, attacking a corrupt and elitist Democratic cartel headed by the Clintons.

“My message is things have to change and they have to change right now,” he said.

For the most part, Trump (who favors riffing off of a few talking points scrawled in black Sharpie) stuck to the punchy script his 30-year-old speechwriter, Steve Miller, loaded into the prompter. Trump sounded stilted but not straitjacketed, and his formality approximated something presidential. His most notable improvisation was uncharacteristically self-deprecating, telling the crowd he didn’t think he “deserved” the overwhelming support he now enjoys from evangelical Christians.

“Big business, elite media and major donors are lining up behind the campaign of my opponent because she will keep our rigged system in place,” he declared to wild applause, a statement that could have been uttered by any Sanders surrogate. “They have total control over everything she does. She is the puppet, and they control the strings.”

This is the message Clinton and her allies fear most. “We win when Trump talks about himself. We are in trouble when he makes it about us,” one Clinton adviser told me last month.

5. He’s learning how to play the game. Trump is nothing if not a fast learner. If the preceding three days were amateur hour, Trump’s speech had the whiff of a proto-professionalism — and that could be bad news for Clinton. It was too long, too dark and too narrow, but it was a reasonably well-delivered speech, and to his target audience — fed-up, working-class, swing-state independents — it could pass as presidential.

Plus it was insult-free — with nary a reference to “Crooked Hillary.”

The question going forward: Can Trump sustain the undercontrol dignity of Thursday — without losing the edge that made him so appealing in the first place?

Warren: Trump ‘sounded like some two-bit dictator’

By NICK GASS Politico.com Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren excoriated Donald Trump for his Thursday night acceptance speech for the Republican nomination, while blasting the GOP's four-day gathering as "the nastiest, most divisive convention that we've seen in half a century."

The Democratic senator, appearing on CBS' "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," suggested that Bernie Sanders supporters would defy Trump's call to join them to defeat a rigged system.

"What Donald Trump says is there’s a problem out there and what you have to understand is that it's all about each other," Warren said. "What you need to be afraid of is every other American. I've got to tell you, that speech tonight, he sounded like some two-bit dictator of some country that you couldn't find on a map."

Colbert responded, "I want to defend him a second, he's not a two-bit dictator, he sounded like a billionaire dictator. Two bits is insulting to the man."

"He sounded like a dictator of a small country rather than a man who is running for the highest office of the strongest democracy on the face of this Earth. That's what he sounded like," Warren remarked.

Previewing next week's Democratic convention, Warren said speakers "will talk about how we're stronger together."

"What Donald Trump says is turn on each other. And the consequence of that one is when you turn on each other is the same guys in power, the same guys who rigged the system get to stay in power," she said.

As far as what Warren is planning to say in Philadelphia, the senator played along with Colbert when he asked what viewers could expect.

"Donald Trump is a bad guy," she said. "I’m going with that."

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WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Tuesday, July 5, 2016 12:39 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, Tannery Road. Police received a report of a 1999 Chevrolet Lumina that drove off the road and into a telephone pole. Everyone was out of the vehicle before police arrived. Police reported that there were minor injuries and airbag deployment, which resulted in one person transported to the hospital.

1:29 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, hit and run, East Main Street. Police received a report from someone who witnessed a hit and run accident. They reported that a 2004 Toyota Tundra struck a 2003 Dodge Durango that was parked in a parking lot. The damage was minor and no one was in the vehicle at the time. Police were unable to locate the suspect’s vehicle.

7 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, Union Street. Police received a report of a minor motor vehicle accident involving a 2007 Dodge Caravan and a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. No injuries were reported.

Wednesday, July 6, 2016 10:50 a.m.: Motor vehicle violation and arrest, North Elm Street. An officer received a tip from a passerby that said that Jeffrey J Newsome, 27, of Holyoke, was operating a vehicle but does not have a valid license to do so. The person who gave the tip refused to be identified. The police found Newsome operating a vehicle traveling down Southampton Road and verified he had a revoked license. Newsome was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle with a license revoked.

1:32 p.m.: Larceny, East Silver Street. Police received a report that a cell phone was either lost or stolen from an elderly resident. Police investigated and the results were inconclusive.

2:14 p.m.: Larceny, walk-in. Police received a walk-in complaint from a man who said that his paddle boat was stolen. Within the past week of this complaint the man also reported a kayak stolen. He could not give defining characteristics to either vessel.

3:05 p.m.: Breaking and entering into a motor vehicle, East Main Street. Police received a report that someone smashed the window of her vehicle and allegedly stole her wallet. The victim reported that she heard her car alarm go off and she came outside, but did not see anyone near the vehicle.

3:29 p.m.: Larceny, walk-in. Police received a report from a walk-in party that their pocketbook was stolen. This incident however, took place on July 4 at Hampton Ponds. They had no suspects or other information at the time of this report.

Court Logs Westfield District Court Monday, July 18, 2016 Gary Germain, 36, of 28 Woodside Dr., Agawam, was released on personal recognizance pending a Sept. 7 hearing after being arraigned on charges of operating under the influence of liquor, marked lanes violation, failure to stop or yield, negligent operation of a motor vehicle and speeding in violation of special regulation, brought by the Westfield Police.

Matthew S. Gushue, 26, of 71 Doane Ave., Agawam, was released on personal recognizance pending a Sept. 8 hearing after being arraigned on charges of operating under the influence of liquor and negligent operation of a motor vehicle, brought by the Westfield Police.

Alicia A. Hansen, 33, of 117 Miller St., Westfield, was released on personal recognizance pending a Sept. 8 hearing after being arraigned on a charge of larceny from a building, brought by the Westfield Police.

William E. O’Niell, 51, of 331 Springfield St., Agawam, was released in lieu of $200 cash bail pending a Sept. 8 hearing after being arraigned on charges of operating under the influence of liquor, third offense, possession of an open container of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle and failure to stop or yield, brought by the Westfield Police.

Anteonio Goncalves, 53, of 70 East Silver St., Westfield, was released in lieu of $500 cash bail after being arraigned on charges of operating under the influence of liquor, second offense, negligent operation of a motor vehicle and marked lanes violation, brought by the Westfield Police.

Man charged with murder of woman found in burning car WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — A Worcester man has pleaded not guilty after being charged with murder in the death of a woman whose body was found in a burning car last year.

The Worcester District Attorney's office says 39-year-old Donovan Goparian was ordered held without bail following his arraignment Thursday in Central District Court.

Prosecutors say the victim, 35-year-old Marie Martin of Webster, was shot to death. Her body was found Nov. 4 in the burning car on Swan Avenue in Worcester.

Goparian had previously been charged with witness intimidation in connection with the investigation of Martin's death.

A second Worcester man, Thomas Hogan, earlier pleaded not guilty to misleading investigators in the case.

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13-year-old boy dies in Buckland ATV crash BUCKLAND, Mass. (AP) — A 13-year-old boy has died in an all-terrain vehicle crash in Buckland.

The Northwestern district attorney's office says Griffin Kearney, who lived in the western Massachusetts town, was the only person on the ATV when it crashed Wednesday afternoon.

He was taken by ambulance to Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield with significant head trauma and was pronounced dead at about 5:30 p.m.

An autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause of death, which remains under investigation.

New furnishings Avid readers Mia and Molly Houser are enjoying the new furnishings donated by Creative Kids preschool during a summertime visit to the Westfield Boys and Girls Library. The newly added early childhood area was in need of furniture for both the children and adults. Several soft reading chairs for kids, 2 new adult chairs and a beautiful tropical starry night area rug was purchased to create a peaceful story time setting. This was accomplished from proceeds of Creative Kids' annual art show and sale. Each year the children at Creative Kids create 2 special art projects which are showcased for the parents to view and "purchase." The school's activity room is transformed into an art gallery with live music, hors d'ourves and beverages. Each year Creative Kids art show donates to a community cause such as Stanley Park's playground and KEV's Foundation. The library has been a multiple recipient over the past 30 years of Creative Kids, sponsoring special programs, summer reading prizes and the library's first children's reading house. (Photo submitted)

Gov. Baker: Healey has right to crack down on banned weapons

BOSTON (AP) — Republican Gov. Charlie Baker says Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey has the right to crack down on the sale and manufacture of what she's called copycat assault weapons.

Healey on Wednesday sent an enforcement notice to gun sellers and manufacturers clarifying what constitutes a "copy" or "duplicate" weapon under the state's assault weapons ban, including copies of the Colt AR-15 and the Kalashnikov AK-47.

Healey said an estimated 10,000 copycat AMHERST, Mass. (AP) — assault weapons were sold in Massachusetts The strong smell caused by a last year.

Baker said during his monthly "Ask the man cooking urine has prompted the evacuation of an Governor" segment on WGBH-FM Thursday apartment building in that Healey has the authority to send the notice about the assault weapons ban.

Massachusetts.

Pro-gun protesters concerned about Healey's Police responded to the Amherst apartment complex enforcement notice gathered outside the Wednesday afternoon after Statehouse Thursday afternoon waving "Don't the manager found several Tread on Me" flags. unmarked glass containers containing liquids in an apartment.

Fire officials say the manager had received a complaint of a pungent odor.

Assistant Fire Chief Lindsay Stromgren says the smell came from urine and

By BOB SALSBERG possibly other chemicals. She Associated Press says it's unclear what the man BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts police was trying to produce. He was officers will soon have the authority to place identified, but hasn't been into protective custody, without consent, a criminally charged. A private person who is believed to be in the throes of a cleanup company now has the drug overdose, an option previously available chemicals. only when a person became incapacitated due The tenants were allowed to alcohol. back into their apartments Supporters of the change recently adopted after authorities determined by the Democratic-controlled Legislature and Wednesday night that the sub- Republican Gov. Charlie Baker view it as stances weren't explosive or a another tool in combatting an opioid addiction health hazard. scourge that claimed more than 2,500 lives in the last two years alone, and consistent with a philosophical shift that emphasizes treatment over prosecution.

An individual who is involuntarily placed into protective custody would not be considered under arrest and must be brought as soon as possible to a hospital or other medical facility for treatment. Police would be authorized to use reasonable force, if warranted, to accomplish this.

Until now, state law only allowed protective custody for individuals who were judged to be a danger to themselves or others because of WESTFIELD – St. Mary’s alcohol consumption. They could be taken to Parish School announced a facility, such as a detox center, brought Thursday that it will follow home or held temporarily in a police station.

Westfield Public Schools in The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police their decision to change the Association urged lawmakers to extend the kindergarten entrance law to also include controlled substances such date from August 1 to as heroin or other opioids.

September 1. Students eliNorwood Police Chief William Brooks III, gible for kindergarten must president of the police chiefs group, cited situtake the entrance exam prior ations in which a person has been administo being enrolled. For those tered the overdose-reversal drug naloxone — students who do not meet the also known as Narcan — but where officers cutoff date for kindergarten, are then left powerless to follow up. two separate early childhood "We find ourselves administering Narcan in programs are available. drug overdose cases and when the person Children who will turn four comes out of it, they don't want to go to the before September 1, 2016 hospital," said Brooks. "If a person just takes may be enrolled in the preoff and runs from us we can't take them into kindergarten program, while custody," said Brooks. those who turn three before Without further treatment, addicts could the date are eligible for prequickly feel withdrawal and resume a dangerschool. Interested families ous and often deadly cycle, he added. may contact the school at The language allowing for protective cus(413) 568-2388. tody in cases involving controlled substances

Strong smell of cooked urine prompts apartment evacuation

A larger rally is planned for Saturday morning, also outside the Statehouse.

Baker issued a statement later Thursday saying that since Healey's "recent action potentially leaves tens of thousands of law abiding citizens open to criminal charges," it's important to protect those who have already purchased guns believing in good faith that they were legal under state law.

Healey said Wednesday that the enforcement notice sent to gun dealers and manufacturers makes clear that the new rule will not be enforced against gun owners who bought or sold these weapons prior to the notice being sent out.

Dealers who currently have these weapons on hand, however, are not permitted to sell them to Massachusetts buyers, according to Healey. She said they may transfer them outof-state to jurisdictions where sales of these weapons are legal.

POLICE: Protective custody rules extended to drug overdose cases

St. Mary’s Parish School entrance date for kindergarten

was added by legislators as a rider to the state's annual budget for the fiscal year starting July 1. Baker vetoed that language and offered an amended version that went further by requiring that an individual placed into protective custody for substance abuse be taken to a hospital or emergency facility, removing other options such as simply bringing a person home.

In a July 8 letter to lawmakers, Baker said the original proposal did not reflect urgent health risks of opioid abuse.

"Those risks are best addressed by seeking immediate medical treatment, either at a hospital or through other emergency medical services," the governor wrote.

The Legislature, with minor changes, agreed to Baker's amendment, though some had reservations.

Sen. John Keenan, a Quincy Democratic, applauded the intent of getting as many people as possible into addiction treatment, but worried it would only put more strain on the state's overtaxed treatment network.

"The language ... is a step that all parties can agree on, but I am convinced its impact will remain marginal if the people entering an emergency department cannot find more stable treatment," said Keenan, who supports a Senate bill that would expand requirements for commercial insurers to cover certain addiction treatment services.

The state budget includes a $13 million increase in spending on opioid addiction, including funding for 150 new adult residential recovery beds, the Baker administration said.

Vermont recently approved a similar measure that instructs law enforcement officers to take into protective custody any person who becomes incapacitated due to substance abuse and bring them directly to a treatment program, hospital emergency room or substance abuse counselor, if one is available and nearby.

Many states have other provisions for involuntary civil commitments of people suffering drug addiction, including several that allow family members to petition a court for treatment of a loved one.

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HOMEDESIGN Strawberry beds get a boost from renovation

By LEE REICH Associated Press If you saw my strawberry bed, you might think I don't like strawberries. The leaves have been lopped off, some plants were ripped out of the ground, and those that remain are partially buried in dirt.

It's not a pretty sight.

But I do like strawberries, and what I've done to this bed is actually good for the plants. I carry out this renovation, as it is called, every year not long after gathering the last berries for the season.

The short rest that June-bearing strawberry plants naturally take after their harvest season helps them tolerate the more brutal aspects of renovation. (Renovation is not for everbearing strawberry varieties, which bear again in late summer into fall, or day-neutral varieties, which offer berries pretty much all season long.)

OFF WITH THEIR LEAVES Over time, leaf diseases from wild strawberries and related plants can sneak into and build up in a cultivated strawberry bed. The first step in renovation, cutting off all the plants' leaves, helps keep such problems in check. No leaves, no leaf diseases — at least until the leaves grow back, but then at least any new infections must originate from outside the bed.

I cut the leaves with a scythe — a super-sharp "Europeanstyle" scythe — and follow up with a grass shears. The shears alone work well, especially for smaller beds. A mower works well for larger beds as long as it's set high enough so the crowns of the plants, which are the shortened stems from which the leaves arise, are not injured.

Over time, leaf diseases from wild strawberries and related plants can sneak into and build up in a cultivated strawberry bed.

This undated combination photo taken in New Paltz, N.Y., shows a strawberry bed, left, after being renovated, and at right a few weeks later, readying for next spring's crop. (Lee Reich via AP)

Healthy, new leaves begin to sprout soon after renovation.

AWAY WITH EXCESS RUNNERS Strawberry plants strew themselves about by means of runners, which are horizontal stems that develop daughter plants.

Those take root at intervals along their lengths. (The word "strawberry" may have originated from "strewberry.") Over time, an untended bed becomes so crowded with mother, daughter, granddaughter, etc. plants that they shade each other and production suffers. Diseases also fester in those dank conditions.

So after clipping off the leaves, I went through my strawberry bed and thinned out enough plants so that those remaining stood about 8 inches apart. I selectively removed the oldest plants, which become more susceptible to winter cold and less productive.

I leave well-positioned younger plants that are in a row and far enough apart.

MULCH That "dirt" under which I said my plants are partially buried is not, incidentally, dirt. It's compost, which I laid a half inch or so deep over the whole bed, except right over the plants.

This compost dressing suppresses weeds, feeds the plants, and keeps the strawberry crowns, which rise slightly in the soil with age, protected from the elements.

The "icing" on the cake is a mulch of pine needles on top of the compost. Equally suitable would be a mulch of wood shavings, straw or any other weed-free, organic material. (The traditional straw mulch for strawberries is another hypothesized origin of the word "strawberry.")

I apply this mulch at my leisure, sometime after renovation and before late autumn.

In a few weeks, my strawberry bed will again look vibrant, like a fruit that I do like.

Right at Home: Tents take a stylish turn, indoors and out

By KIM COOK Associated Press Whether they're providing cozy shelter from the elements outdoors or top-secret privacy in the playroom, a number of style-savvy new tents put the "fun" in a functional structure.

Land of Nod has several tepees with pizazz. Color-happy and neutral-toned cotton canvas comes in an array of stripes, dots or dip-dye patterns, supported by easy-to-assemble bamboo poles. Big comfy cushions are available for some models. (www.landofnod.com ) At Target, polyester fabric has a canvas look; a Southwestern print in charcoal and white would blend with lots of decor.

This undated photo provided by the U.K.-based company Field Candy shows their American flag themed tent design.

The company is known for its interesting and unusual tent designs. (www.fieldcandy.com via AP)

(www.target.com ) A starry night sky graces a tepee at Wayfair. Several unadorned models can be personalized by crafty kids with paint, stamps, streamers and the like. (www.wayfair.com ) Pottery Barn has one for the sophisticated little camper, embellished with gold metallic dots. A plain white tent is roomy enough for sleepovers, and has a peek-out window. (www.potterybarn.com ) Good design isn't relegated to just the kiddie campers, though. Tents for adults and families have creative patterns and high-tech features.

Some are more suited to fair-weather outdoor activities like park picnics or music festivals. But many are engineered for the rigors of serious camping.

Field Candy's a website for tents with personality. One looks like a giant wedge of juicy watermelon. Another resembles the splayed-out pages of a hardcover book. Faux brick or wood tents fool the eye, and so does one with a lush lawn photoprinted on it. Flags from various countries are featured on others. You can imagine yourself hunkered down on the side of the Matterhorn in a tent printed with a realistic image of the Swiss Alps. (www.fieldcandy.com ) Camping with a crowd? Consider the London Underground Tube tent, which sleeps 16.

A smaller gang could snuggle up in the VW Bus tent, a fullsize replica of Volkswagen's iconic camper van. (www.firebox. com ) The 130-pound Cocoon Tree from Glamping Technology might catch the attention of passersby. Resembling an alien spacecraft, it consists of a spherical aluminum frame covered with waterproof fabric and the interior is equipped with a kingsize mattress. All you need is two or three strong trees to which to anchor it, using the supplied ropes and nets. Or if you're tree-challenged, use the four stabilizing feet included to place the Cocoon on solid ground. The tent sleeps four. (www. cocoontree.com ) Tentsile, a tent maker in London, has a model called the Stingray that you can suspend in the trees. Intended for camping where ground conditions are inhospitable, the Stingray can also be suspended between boulders, vehicles or other large,

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EMPTY-NESTERS SAVINGS

Kids leaving home doesn’t always lead to parents saving more

By ADAM ALLINGTON For The Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Raising kids costs a lot of money, so when they finally strike out on their own it stands to reason that parents would have more money to spend, save or invest. How they spend that money can have large consequences for their retirement security.

A report by Boston College's Center for Retirement Research found that empty nesters do increase savings, but the increases are "extremely small," suggesting that baby boomers may be losing out on a critical opportunity to save for retirement.

"If you want to believe that households are saving enough for retirement, then you have to believe that their savings will increase dramatically when the kids leave and we're not seeing that," says Geoffrey Sanzenbacher, a research economist at Boston College's Center for Retirement Research and coauthor of the report.

The Agriculture Department has estimated that a middle-income family would spend about $245,340 raising a child born in 2013 to age 18. That includes food, housing childcare and school but not higher education.

So, in theory at least, it would seem, "there is this sweet spot when the kids are off the payroll," says Joy Kenefick, managing director of investments at Wells Fargo Advisors.

"Maybe the mortgage is paid off and people are looking at another five to 10 years of work where they can really maximize savings and get ahead," she said.

However, unlike previous generations, Kenefick says, young adults today take longer to be up and running on their own.

A study by the Pew Research Center released in May says that in 2014 about a third of adults 18 to 34 were living with parents. It attributed the phenomenon to a postponement of marriage and economic factors, including employment and wages.

Even when kids do move out, Kenefick said, household spending may not actually go down.

"There is no magic switch,"

Retirement insecurity A federal study shows that more than four in 10 American households nearing retirement age have no savings set aside for retirement.

RETIREMENT SAVINGS

PERCENTAGE OF U.S. HOUSEHOLDS AGES 55-64

41%

None

20

Less than $50,000

8

$50,000-$99,999

11

$100,000-$199,999 $200,000-$299,999

5

$300,000-$399,999

3

$400,000-$499,999

3

$500,000+

Savings amounts are expressed in 2013 dollars.

Numbers are rounded.

9

SOURCE: Government Accountability Office

she says. "We counsel our clients that when you retire, your level of consumption is not going to change."

Kenefick says parents often continue supporting their kids by picking up costs like student-loan payments, auto insurance, phone bills and other line items.

In fact, in the first five years of retirement, she says, spending can actually increase, as people start to "re-nest," finally having the extra cash for things like home-improvement projects, or maybe some travel while still relatively young and healthy.

Karen Courtight of Evanston, Illinois, says she and her husband, Steve, have changed their spending habits since their two sons, 24 and 27, began living on their own and supporting themselves.

"Nine months ago we got a new car," she says. "We hadn't got a new car in probably 12 years."

Courtright works as a freelance marketing researcher.

Her husband is an attorney.

She says they were both fortunate to start putting money into retirement savings when they were younger, but the Great Recession changed their plans and made them nervous about retiring too soon.

"The idea of slogging it out for another 10 years, at our age, is not what we really want to do," says Courtright, 58. "But, it's impossible to know when the right time to retire is. Financial planners can't tell you, especially in a down market, so all this

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money we've saved is not working for us."

Rather than reflecting a conscious choice on the part of households, Sanzenbacher says, the savings issue may have more to do with changes in employment benefits, specifically the rapid disappearance of the old defined-benefit pensions.

"Savings for retirement wasn't really a conscious thing before the 1990s," he says. "With pensions and match funding, lots of employers were automatically saving on your behalf."

The Boston College study says households increase saving through their 401(k)s, by 0.3 to 0.7 percentage points after kids leave.

According to a recent report from the Government Accountability Office, about 55 percent of households age 55-64 have less than $25,000 in retirement savings, including 41 percent who have zero.

Teresa Ghilarducci, an economist at the New School for Social Research, says there is a very real likelihood the number of poor and nearpoor retirees will increase dramatically in the coming decades.

Using the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's measure of impoverishment and current rates of population growth as a guide, Ghilarducci estimates the number of elderly poor will increase from 8.9 million in 2010 to 25 million in 2050, "representing a rate of poverty among seniors not seen since the Great Depression."

Average US 30-year mortgage rate rises WASHINGTON (AP) — Long-term U.S. mortgage rates edged higher this week, remaining near historically low levels as a continued enticement to prospective homebuyers.

Mortgage giant Freddie Mac said Thursday the average for the benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 3.45 percent from 3.42 percent last week. The average rate is down sharply from 4.04 percent a year ago.

The 15-year fixed mortgage rate increased to 2.75 percent from 2.72 percent last week.

To calculate average mortgage rates, Freddie Mac surveys lenders across the country at the beginning of each week. The average doesn't include extra fees, known as points, which most borrowers must pay to get the lowest rates. One point equals 1 percent of the loan amount.

The average fee for a 30-year mortgage remained at 0.5 point this week. The fee for a 15-year loan also was unchanged from last week at 0.5 point.

Rates on adjustable five-year mortgages averaged 2.78 percent, up from 2.76 percent last week. The fee rose to 0.5 point from 0.4 point.

US homes sales improved in June, best pace since early 2007 WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans bought more homes in June, the fourth straight monthly gain as the sales rate reached its highest level in more than nine years.

The National Association of Realtors said Thursday that sales of existing homes rose 1.1 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.57 million, the best performance since February 2007. Buyers are quickly making offers amid tight supplies of homes on the market, boosting prices as the traditional buying season reached its crescendo.

The solid job market and mortgage rates near historic lows have kept demand steady, even though the number of listings on the market has dropped.

But continued sales gains appear to be limited this year because of the acute shortage of listings. The meager supplies have fueled price growth that has eclipsed wage gains while forcing buyers to either save more for down payments or borrow more heavily. The result is that sales likely peaked in June, as data from the Realtors show the pace of signed contracts and open house visits have slipped.

Sales rose in the Midwest and West last month, while staying unchanged in the South and slipping in the Northeast.

The median home sales price was $247,700 in June, up 4.8 percent from a year ago. That increase is roughly double the pace of average hourly wage gains.

Individual investors are retreating from the housing market, being replaced by first-time

buyers. First-timers comprised 33 percent of June sales, their highest share of the market in four years.

Despite the improving prices, the number of listings on the market has fallen over the past year. Many homeowners are still rebuilding equity that vanished when the housing bubble began to burst almost a decade ago.

Even though prices are within striking distance of their peaks, these homeowners would be unable to generate enough of a profit from a sale to pay for the expense of purchasing a new home.

The number of listings has fallen 5.8 percent from a year ago to 2.12 million.

Many current homeowners are choosing to update their current properties, a possible sign of either their desire to stay put or their plans to list the property for sale in the future.

Interest in bathroom and kitchen renovations have picked up this year, according to an index released this week by the remodeling firm Houzz based on the business seen by architects, interior designers and contractors.

A separate indicator on remodeling activity by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University is also accelerating at a pace above its historical average.

Builders have increased the pace of home construction, yet that has done little to relieve supply pressures. The Commerce Department said Tuesday that June housing starts rose 4.8 percent from a month ago to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.19 million.

This photo provided by Martha Stewart Living and from the June 2016 issue of the magazine, shows various kebabs. Kebabs are an easy dish to prepare for a block party; they can be grilled ahead of time and set on the buffet, and the options for meat eaters and vegetarians are extensive. (Bryan Gardner/Martha Stewart Living via AP)

Entertaining ideas for summer block parties

By KIM COOK Associated Press There’s never a bad season to reconnect with neighbors at a block party. Some neighborhoods get together at Halloween. Others bring out the fire pits and snowball shields when winter comes.

But summer’s long, lazy days make it prime time for block parties.

Some tips for a fun and easy gathering with neighbors:

ORGANIZATION Many towns require a consent form signed by all the neighbors to hold an event, so assign someone to round up signatures.

Invite fire fighters and the police, too; they might bring a vehicle for the kids to sit in.

Danielle Blundell, senior home editor for Family Circle magazine, says the best way to wrangle a block party is digitally: Send email invites. Keep track of the potluck offerings and supplies using a master list at a website like www.signupgenius. com . Collect money for equipment rental and other expenses via sites like Paypal or Venmo.

But make sure less tech-savvy neighbors are included, too.

At a block party in Evanston, Illinois, “someone made name tags for everyone with their name and a photo of their house,” recalls one neighbor, Roxanne Went.

You can also have a block or hall party in an apartment building. Take advantage of public spaces like a rooftop or courtyard. You might play up the number of the floor you live on in the decor to give the gathering a theme, suggests Blundell.

If you’re lucky enough to have teenagers on your block, consider hiring them to help with clean up.

And with a party hashtag, everyone can share photos of the festivities on social media. Place a few signs around so people know the tag. Or create a private storage file on a site like Dropbox where photos can be accessed after the party.

DECORATIONS Janice Simonsen, a Philadelphian for the past 15 years, says her community takes block parties pretty seriously.

“No block party’s complete without white lights strung from the rooftops of the little brick row homes,” she says. “There’s chalk art and beanbag toss for the kids. A big common food tent — everyone brings their specialty — and there’s always one of the older Italian men manning a grill. Someone’s grandfather brings a gallon jug of homemade wine.”

Those of us creating new traditions might consider a themed party.

“Summer makes me think of camp, so why not riff off that as your theme?” says Blundell, of Family Circle. She suggests play tents for the younger set, relay races and s’mores.

This summer’s Olympic Games in Brazil could provide another theme, says Elizabeth Graves, editor in chief at Martha Stewart Living magazine. Hold street games, and craft “medals” for the winners out of baked clay, metallic paint and ribbon. (Instructions can be found at www.alphamom.com , by Cindy Hopper.)

If your party goes into the evening, set out a bag of glow sticks or inexpensive flashlights, suggest the editors at www.coolmompicks.com . They’re not just fun; they help people see.

FOOD “Put together simple decor and a fitting menu around it,” advises Graves. Her magazine offers recipes for easy finger food like grilled skewers of meat or vegetables, and for desserts, in a feature called “What Can I Bring?”

Encourage everyone to bring favorite family recipes, Graves says.

“This is something I grew up doing. My mother used to make a chocolate Texas sheet cake — it was simple and delicious and people adored it,” she says. “The year she contemplated bringing something else, there was near revolt!”

If your gang’s not into baking, consider ice cream sundae-making.

You can reduce waste by providing Sharpies to personalize plastic cups. Or if you’re eschewing plastic for glass, buy a box of canning jars that can be personalized.

(Some label ideas are at www.minted.com .)

Keep bugs out of beverages by replacing lids with muffin cups and fun straws.

And you can also use muffin liners as a little-bite holder for foods, Graves says.

Pick just a couple of colors to keep things cohesive.

Label all foods, so those with sensitivities are aware of ingredients.

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MusicFest Westfield rocks the Green PHOTOS BY LYNN F. BOSCHER

Blandford resident, John Berman, starts the concert off.

Singer Clare Dunn entertains the huge crowd.

Officer Darren Goddard is all smiles tonight with Jennifer Gruszka.

Lyla Tetrault (6 years old) can’t get enough popcorn.

Amanda Eichel and Brody Bradley (5 years old) look for good seats.

Headliner Granger Smith entertains everyone with his music.

Taylor Bard gets a big hug from Clare Dunn.

Alan Sudendas, Scott Hathaway, Mayor Brian Sullivan and Tina Gorman enjoy the festivities.

More thank you signatures for the Westfield Police Department.

The Humason family enjoys spending time at the concert.

Maria Brown is not afraid of the pet A big thank you the Westfield Police Department. snake.

Tim Betie gives a lift to his daughter Coralynne (6 years old).

Food is always a big item at concerts.

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SPORTS

Leominster National attempts to score at home plate against Westfield American in a Little League Baseball sectional game Thursday night. (Photo by Chris Putz)

The ball bounces toward the outfield grass as Westfield American’s Nick Montanaro slides into second base. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Little Leaguers bow out

By CHRIS PUTZ Staff Writer LEOMINSTER – A fantastic summer run by the city’s Little Leaguers has come to an end.

Leominster National cracked a pair of two-run homers en route to a 6-3 win over visiting Westfield American 6-3 in a 12-year-old sectional game Thursday night. The loss eliminated Westfield American from postseason play.

Westfield American came out firing on all cylinders.

Starting pitcher Dan Provost pitched effectively, retiring nine of the first 12 Leominster National batters he faced.

Westfield American’s defense made one big play after another, and the team’s offense delivered a solid start.

Westfield American opened with the game’s first lead with a two-out rally midway through.

In the top of the fourth inning, Jeremy McCormick got Westfield American started by drawing a walk off Leominster National pitcher A.J. Colarusso. Aidan King followed with a double. Dominic Rinaldi, pinch-running for McCormick, scored on a wild pitch. Pinch-hitter Nick Montanaro hit an RBI double.

Leominster National quickly bounced back, tying the game with a booming two-run homer from Colarusso in the bottom half of the fourth. Two singles later, and a fielder’s choice RBI gave the home team a 3-2 advantage.

In the bottom of the fifth, Aaron Forgues doubled and Nick Garcia unleashed a two-run home run to five Leominster National a 5-2 lead. The home team tacked on an insurance run with a run-scoring base hit.

Westfield American attempted a late rally.

Provost singled off reliever Nick Garcia to lead off the top of the sixth. With two outs, Montanaro reached on a dropped third strike. Kareem Zaghloul knocked in a run before closer Kyle Rodgers recorded one out to end the game.

Westfield American slides in safely at third base. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American first baseman Aidan King stretches to make an out. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Leominster National pitcher A.J. Colarusso (14) pitches to Westfield American Thursday night. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American pitcher Dan Provost winds up for a pitch Thursday night. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American takes aim at the plate.

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Westfield American celebrates a run. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American center fielder Bobby DellaPenna, right, makes a dazzling play in the outfield with this tough catch Thursday night. (Photo by Chris Putz)

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Ed Normand Golf League at EMCC Since 1964 — Standings Week 15 of 22 Thursday, July 14, 2016

Division 1 139 Mark Grenier – John LaRose 137.5 Larry Cournoyer – Bob Bihler 137.5 Tim Laramee – Dan Laramee 135.5 Randy Anderson – Bob Genereux 133 Dan Harris – Shawn Bradley 131 Tom Massimino – Tim Huber 128.5 Alan Velazquez – Ty Sherokow 128.5 Dave Dubois – Jim Elkins 118 Paul Brunetti – Ryan Maloney 116 Rick Brown – Jim Cartwright 111.5 Jessie Rasid – Al Nubile 97.5 Mark Wilson – Paul Kvitek Division 2 134.5 Jim Conroy – Fran Como 133 Gary Gladu – Fran Dwyer 132 Ed Bielonko – Branden Bielonko 130.5 Jay O’Sullivan – Rick Burke 130 Mark Logan – Joe Gaudette 129 Bob Collier – Don Clarke

115 Carlos Santos – Bill Grise Sr. 114.5 Cam Lewis – Bill Grise Jr. 113.5 Mike Mahan – Joe Hebda 110.5 Bruce Kellogg – Richard Kellogg Division 3 141 Joe Boutin – Henry Smith 135.5 Mike Mulligan – Mike Soverow 130 Glenn Grabowski – Jeff Berger 129.5 Jason George – Dan Van Kruningan 127 Roy Barton – Bill Reinhagen 125.5 Chris Fenton – Ryan Drobot 121 Jason Fitzgerald – Steve Tomaino 120.5 Jim Haas – Al Haas 117 Tobe Determined– Nick Stellato 115.5 Jim Strycharz – Richard Roy 105.5 Dave Dover – Shooter McGavin 99 Bob Lewko – Donald Gauthier

SHELL’S TEKOA TUESDAY GOLF LEAGUE Results from July 12, 2016 1st Place Ed West & Harry Pease 107.0 Points 2nd Place Dick Williams & Ron Sena 106.0 Points 2nd Place Bill Lawry & Dave Giles

106.0 Points 3rd Place Ray West & Harpo Czarnecki 105.0 Points 4th Place Bob Berniche & Fred Rogers 103.0 Points 5th Place Al Szenda & Jim Johnson 101.5 Points 6th Place John Kidrick & Erroll Nichols 100.5 Points 7th Place Gene Theroux & Jack Kennedy 98.0 Points 8th Place Dave Liberty & Jim French 97.0 Points 9th Place Bill Wallinovich & Fran Siska 96.5 Points 10th Place Joe Hebda & Harry Thompson 91.0 Points 11th Place Angelo Mascadrelli & Frank Kamlowski 88.0 Points 12th Place Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning 87.5 Points 13th Place Barry Slattery & Bob McCarthy 87.0 Points 13th Place Bill Murphy & Jerry Tomasko 87.0 Points 14th Place Butch Rines & Gary Marcoulier 86.5 Points 15th Place Bill Frothingham & Carl Haas 85.5 Points 16th Place Ron Bonyeau & Mike Ripa 77.0 Points 17th Place Mike Clark & Terry Clark 74.5 Points 18th Place Jack Leary & Jim Liptak 65.5 Points

Low Gross

Bill Lawry @ 42 Low Net

Bill Lawry @ 29 Closest to Pin on 11th Dan Puza Closest to Pin on 16th Dick Williams Closest to Pin on 18th Ron Sena

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FRIDAY COUPLES LEAGUE East Mountain Country Club Results for July 15, 2016 19 couples participated on a warm summer evening Front-9 Points: Bill Hathaway and Terri Hathaway 43 points Randy Christensen and Dana Christensen 40 points Net: Brian Struck and Tiffany Kirchner 65 Mark Felsentreger and Cheri Felsentreger 65 Fran Como and Nadine Como 65 Back-9 Points: Bill Bowen and Eileen Bowen 40 points Net: Larry Adamczyk and Denise Adamczyk 71 Pioria: John Clark and Iris Copson 70

TEKOA GOLF RESULTS Championship Division1st- Bryce Piemonte & Bob Lareau 33.5 2nd- Lee Albertson & Josh Holt 37.5 3rd- Mike Slyne & Scott Martin 33.5 4th- Jay Nomakeo & Jared Goss 31.5

4th Division1st Divison1st- Jack Blascak & Dave Galczynski 1st- Bird Leal & Rattler Rivard 33 2nd- Robert Wichowski & Joe Groth 35 2nd- Tony Chiba & Don Lapoint 35 38.5 T - 3rd - Tim McCluskey & Paul Newton 3rd- Joe Gorneault & John Vurovecz 34.5 32.5 Ted Leal & Al Rossi 34.5 4th- Steve Giroux & Keven Slyne 32 2nd Divison1st- John Lewis & Bernie Demeo 37 2nd- Ake Lusa & Bob Lottermoser 39 T 3rd - Jim Tinker & Tom Garvin 32.5 Jamie Frisbie & Chris Hourihan

Registration is Open for the 10th Annual Owl Club Golf Tournament WESTFIELD — Registration is now open for the 10th Annual Owl Club Golf Tournament, to be held Monday, August 1 at the Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, Mass.

All proceeds from the tournament benefit Westfield State University's varsity athletic programs. The tournament has become a significant fundraiser, and is a fixture with alumni, parents, corporate sponsors and other friends of Westfield State athletics.

This year's guest of honor is Jim Hagan '84, President and CEO of Westfield Bank. Jim is a current member, and past chairman, of the Westfield State University board of trustees. He served as co-chair of the Access to Excellence Campaign, which helped fund construction of the Woodward Center.

To for more information and to register for the tournanment please visit our tournament page, or for sponsorship opportunities contact Dave Caspole at 413-572-5433.

Introducing WOW’s Slugger Sam WESTFIELD — Westfield Creative Arts (WCA) together with Westfield on Weekends, Inc. (WOW) announces their newest Buyer’s Choice character, which have been so popular during “Westfield’s Dickens Days” in December of each year. In honor of the Babe Ruth League’s World Series scheduled to take place in Westfield’s own Bullen’s Field August 9 – 19, 2016, please meet: “Slugger Sam,” the sixth in this series of collectables.

“The WOW Board decided, at the end of last year, rather than introducing this new character during Dickens Days 2015, to delay presentation of our next figure until the middle of this year to help build the excitement of Westfield’s hosting the Babe Ruth World Series this August,” explained Jay Pagluica, President of WOW. “The shoppe at the Rinnova Gallery has had a number of requests since last December about the arrival of the ‘next’ in this collectable series,” added Lester Walshin, Founder of WCA. Sam is ten inches tall and holds one end of a bat in his right hand. The emblem on his

uniform is a “W” – for our own historic Westfield Wheelmen. The price of one is $49.95, plus tax. The first shipment of 100 has been received but that won’t last long, so get your order in fast. All proceeds from this sale will be used to support the continuing community programs sponsored by WOW and WCA. “Sugger Sam” is prominently displayed in the Gallery Windows.

Stop by the Rinnova Shoppe/Gallery to see “Sam” and/or place your order. Enjoy a variety of arts and crafts on display, including gourds, lamps, Westfield Note cards, jewelry and some truly beautiful pieces of art – all created by local and/or regional artists. The variety presented is as impressive as the quality.

Having relocated to the Rinnova Building at 105 Elm Street last year, WCA offers various adult classes in quilting, watercolor painting, oil painting, basket making, chair caning, knitting, crocheting, stained glass making, as well calligraphy. Interested? Please see our website: www.westfieldcreativearts.com or call us at 413-579-5967 with any questions or concerns.

3rd Division 1st- Todd Bosworth & Eric Pericolosi 38.5 2nd- Jim Dickson & Ruth Dickson 35.5 3rd- Gerry Banach & Mike Cove 34 4th- Kirk Tewksbury & Pete Grimaldi 31

2016 Valley Wheel Schedule PLAY BALL! Sunday games are played between 12:00 and 5:00 PM in the afternoon; Weeknight games start at 5:30 PM Rain Make-Up games are held on Wednesday or Thursday evenings.

Game 14

Sunday, July 24

Game 15

Sunday, July 31

Play-Offs 4 at1; 3 at 2

Sunday, August 7 3:00 PM

Championship Game

Sunday, August 14

3:00 PM

Thursday’s Sports in Brief The Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — OLYMPICS Ten Brazilians who pledged allegiance to the Islamic State militant group were arrested Thursday, authorities announced, describing them as “amateurs” who discussed on social media the possibility of staging attacks during next month’s Olympics.

Justice Minister Alexandre de Moraes said in the capital, Brasilia, that the 10 were being held on two terrorism-related charges and that two more people were being sought.

Authorities said any attack plan would have had little chance of coming to fruition, citing the group’s lack of resources and skills.

But officials and security experts argued that police were justified in being aggressive in light of “lone wolf” attacks staged in the U.S. and Europe by men with little or no training.

Moraes said police acted because the group discussed using weapons and guerrilla tactics to potentially launch an attack during the Olympics, which begin in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 5.

They will remain in police custody for at least 30 days.

LONDON (AP) — Now that Russian track and field athletes have failed in their effort to have their Olympic ban overturned, it’s up to the IOC to decide whether to kick the entire Russian team out of the games that begin in Rio de Janeiro in 15 days.

In another blow to the image of the sports superpower, the highest court in sports on Thursday dismissed an appeal by 68 Russian track athletes of the ban imposed by the IAAF following allegations of systematic and state-sponsored doping.

Sports officials in Moscow condemned the ruling as “political,” and said some athletes might take their case to civil courts. Two-time Olympic pole vault champion Yelena

Matthieu Reeb, General Secretary of the Court of Arbitration for Sport, CAS, speaks to journalists during the release of the decision in the case between the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), 68 Russian athletes and the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) in front of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland, Thursday, July 21, 2016. (Laurent Gillieron/Keystone via AP) Isinbayeva said the Rio Games will be devalued, with only “pseudo-gold medals” available.

In its ruling, the Court of Arbitration for Sport found that track and field’s world governing body, the IAAF, had properly applied its own rules in keeping the Russians out of the games that begin Aug. 5.

The three-man panel ruled that the Russian Olympic Committee “is not entitled to nominate Russian track and field athletes to compete at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games considering that they are not eligible to participate under the IAAF competition rules.”

NBA The NBA is moving the 2017 All-Star Game out of Charlotte because of its objections to a North Carolina law that limits anti-discrimination protections for lesbian, gay and transgender people.

The league had expressed its opposition to the law known as HB2 since it was enacted in March, and its decision Thursday came shortly after stage legislators revisited the law and chose to leave it largely unchanged.

The league added that it hoped to announce a new location for next February’s events shortly. It hopes to reschedule the 2019 game for Charlotte if there is a resolution to the matter.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma State forward Tyrek Coger has died after collapsing during a team workout.

The school said Thursday that the 21-year-old junior college transfer was pronounced dead at Stillwater Medical Center.

Coger, from Raleigh, North Carolina, played last season for Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, North Carolina.

The 6-foot-8 player arrived at Oklahoma State on July 5.

“Tyrek was excited to be at Oklahoma State and had such passion for the game and was looking forward to being an OSU Cowboy,” coach Brad Underwood said. “Losing a member of the team is like losing a member of the family. But we know our loss pales in comparison to the pain his family is going through.”

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MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

W Boston 54 Baltimore 54 Toronto 54 New York 48 Tampa Bay 38

L 39 40 42 47 57

W Cleveland 56 Detroit 50 Kansas City 47 Chicago 46 Minnesota 35

L 38 46 47 49 60

Texas Houston Seattle Los Angeles Boston Red Sox's David Ortiz celebrates with Mookie Betts (50) after Betts hit a solo home Oakland run in the first inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park,

W 55 51 48 43 42

L 41 44 47 52 54

W Washington 57 Miami 52 New York 50 Philadelphia 44 Atlanta 33

L 39 43 44 53 63

W Chicago 57 St. Louis 51 Pittsburgh 49 Milwaukee 40 Cincinnati 36

L 37 44 46 53 59

San Francisco Los Angeles Colorado San Diego Arizona

L 38 43 51 55 55

Thursday, July 21, 2016, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Sox dominate Twins

By DOUG ALDEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — July just keeps getting better in Boston.

The Red Sox continued their midsummer surge with another offensive barrage, getting 17 hits and routing the Minnesota Twins 13-2 on Thursday night.

After closing out June by losing four of five, the Red Sox are 12-3 in July and standing alone atop the AL East.

"The month of July has been a very good offensive month as we've kind of gotten past that stretch in June," manager John Farrell said.

"Just great to see that number of quality at-bats."

Mookie Betts homered on the first pitch Boston faced and the Red Sox added home runs by Jackie Bradley Jr. and David Ortiz. Boston has won three straight and nine of 10.

The Red Sox managed to outdo their 16-hit total from an 11-7 win against San Francisco on Wednesday night and finished with at least 15 hits for the 15th time this season.

Betts, Ortiz and Xander Bogaerts had three hits apiece and Dustin Pedroia went 5 for 5 with two doubles as Boston climbed to a seasonbest 15 games above .500 (54-39).

Steven Wright (12-5) tied his career high with nine strikeouts and held Minnesota to four hits in eight innings.

He had just set down the Twins in order in the top of the first when Betts gave Boston a 1-0 lead by driving the first pitch he saw from Tyler Duffey out to left-center for his 19th homer.

"Wrighty had a quick inning and I figured we might as well ride that momentum going into our first at-bat," Betts said. "We were ready to play. Today it was our turn, but tomorrow it could be the opposite."

Maybe, but not lately in Boston. The Red Sox have won seven straight at home.

The Twins didn't reach base against Boston's knuckleballer until the fifth inning and finished with five hits.

"My goal is just to go as deep as I can until they tell me I'm done. Today I was lucky enough to go eight," Wright said. "It makes it easy when the guys score 11 runs or 12 runs, but today was an all-around good day."

Wright allowed four hits and Minnesota added a ground-rule double by pinchhitter Eduardo Escobar in the ninth off reliever Clay Buchholz. The former starter came on to finish the game after Ortiz had capped off Boston's outburst with a tworun homer in the bottom of the eighth.

"It got ugly," Twins manager Paul Molitor said.

"We've haven't had a game like that in a while."

Boston was up 3-0 after getting four hits against Duffey (5-7) in the first. Betts started it with the homer and Pedroia, Bogaerts and Ortiz followed with consecutive singles.

"They're a pretty aggressive team. They're confident,"

Duffey said. "When they're in a groove like that, if you don't make them uncomfortable they can lean on some stuff."

Betts hit the first pitch Duffey threw out to left, then led off the third with a single as Boston added three runs and led 6-0. Duffey allowed six runs before being pulled with one out in the third after Bradley doubled for Boston's ninth hit.

Max Kepler got Minnesota's first hit, singling with one out in the fifth to start a two-run rally that turned out to be the only offense for the Twins.

The Red Sox were up 11-2 in the eighth when Ortiz continued his farewell tour with his 24th homer, a shot deep into the seats in right field.

PEDROIA PERFECT Pedroia entered Thursday without a four-hit game so far this season, then went 5 for 5 with three singles and two doubles.

"The thing that you love is when he hits the ball into right field, right-center field.

He did it a couple times tonight," Farrell said. "That's when his swing is, I think, most pure. He might argue that. He takes pride in being able to turn on some pitches and pulling the ball."

ONE FOR THE SKIPPER The win was Boston's 300th under Farrell, who managed the Red Sox to the 2013 World Series title in his first season at the helm.

"It means I've been fortunate to be in a position with a lot of good players and work with a lot of really quality people," Farrell said.

TRAINERS ROOM Twins: OF Bryon Buxton was not in the starting lineup for the Twins as Molitor rested him against Wright's knuckleball. Buxton was 1 for 9 as Minnesota took two of three games against Detroit.

Red Sox: Plans to get C/LF Blake Swihart (sprained left ankle) a minor-league rehab stint are on hold because of recurring soreness in his ankle. Swihart has been out since severely spraining the ankle on June 4. Farrell said Swihart started feeling the soreness as he increased the intensity of his workouts.

UP NEXT Twins: RHP Kyle Gibson (2-6, 5.12 ERA) gets his 12th start of the season for the Twins. Gibson allowed four runs and 10 hits in six innings last week against Cleveland.

Red Sox: LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (2-3, 7.18) goes for his second straight win.

Rodriguez threw seven strong innings in a win over the Yankees on Saturday, allowing one run and four hits.

BASEBALL CAPSULES DODGERS 6, NATIONALS 3 WASHINGTON (AP) — Justin Turner homered twice and drove in five runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers ended Stephen Strasburg’s undefeated streak by beating the Washington Nationals 6-3 on Thursday.

Turner hit his 16th and 17th home runs, a two-run shot off Strasburg in the first

and a three-run shot off the right-hander in the third, to set a career high.

Howie Kendrick extended his hitting streak to 13 games, and Adrian Gonzalez also drove in a run for the Dodgers.

They beat the Nationals for the fifth time in six games this season.

Strasburg (13-1) lost for the first time since Sept. 9, ending a run of 16 consecutive winning decisions.

Making it through the sixth, he allowed a season-high six earned runs and seven hits — all in the first three innings — and struck out 10.

Before Strasburg could settle down, the Dodgers crushed the ball against him, including a double off the left-field wall from Gonzalez and Turner’s two home runs.

At one point Strasburg struck out seven of nine Los Angeles batters and allowed just one base runner after the third.

Left-hander Adam Liberatore (2-0) got the win by pitching a scoreless eighth.

Kenley Jansen finished for his 28th save.

ORIOLES 4, YANKEES 1 NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Tillman tied for the major league lead with his 14th victory, pitching four-hit ball for seven innings and helping depleted Baltimore avert a four-game sweep at Yankee Stadium.

The Orioles had lost four straight overall, costing them their lead in the AL East.

Baltimore slugger Chris Davis, shortstop Manny Machado and manager Buck Showalter returned from a stomach bug that’s hit the clubhouse. But Orioles center fielder Adam Jones didn’t play because of back spasms, catcher Matt Wieters missed his third consecutive game after being hit by a pitch in the foot and rookie outfielder Joey Rickard sat out with an injured thumb.

Tillman (14-2) matched White Sox ace Chris Sale for the most victories in the majors. Tillman gave up three hits and two walks to the first eight batters, capped by Starlin Castro’s RBI single.

The tall right-hander then set down 16 of his final 17 hitters.

Brad Brach pitched the eighth and Zach Britton closed for his 30th save in as many chances.

CC Sabathia (5-8) lost on his 36th birthday.

CARDINALS 6, PADRES 5 ST. LOUIS (AP) — Aledmys Diaz’s walk-off single in the ninth inning gave St. Louis a comeback victory over San Diego.

St. Louis scored four runs — the last three on Stephen Piscotty’s homer — to tie it in the eighth and went on to its first four-game series sweep at home since beating Colorado on Sept. 30-Oct. 3, 2010.

Tommy Pham led off the ninth with a double off reliever Carlos Villanueva (1-1).

With the bases loaded and one out, Diaz ripped a 3-2 pitch to left for the winner.

Yangervis Solarte homered in the eighth inning to extend the Padres’ franchise-record home run streak to 19 con-

W 57 54 44 41 40

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .581 — — 9-1 W-3 33-20 21-19 .574 ½ — 5-5 W-1 33-14 21-26 .563 1½ — 7-3 W-3 27-20 27-22 .505 7 5½ 6-4 L-1 27-21 21-26 .400 17 15½ 4-6 W-3 19-30 19-27 Central Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .596 — — 5-5 W-2 26-16 30-22 .521 7 4 5-5 W-1 26-19 24-27 .500 9 6 4-6 L-2 30-15 17-32 .484 10½ 7½ 2-8 L-2 24-23 22-26 .368 21½ 18½ 5-5 L-1 20-29 15-31 West Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .573 — — 2-8 L-3 29-15 26-26 .537 3½ 2½ 5-5 W-1 28-19 23-25 .505 6½ 5½ 5-5 W-1 25-23 23-24 .453 11½ 10½ 8-2 W-6 22-26 21-26 .438 13 12 5-5 L-2 21-29 21-25 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .594 — — 6-4 L-1 30-18 27-21 .547 4½ — 8-2 W-1 24-19 28-24 .532 6 1½ 4-6 L-1 26-20 24-24 .454 13½ 9 4-6 L-1 23-28 21-25 .344 24 19½ 4-6 L-2 14-36 19-27 Central Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .606 — — 5-5 W-1 30-16 27-21 .537 6½ 1 7-3 W-4 24-28 27-16 .516 8½ 3 5-5 W-1 26-21 23-25 .430 16½ 11 3-7 L-1 23-22 17-31 .379 21½ 16 5-5 W-1 22-27 14-32 West Division Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away .600 — — 4-6 L-5 29-17 28-21 .557 4 — 6-4 W-1 30-18 24-25 .463 13 8 5-5 W-1 22-24 22-27 .427 16½ 11½ 3-7 L-4 23-25 18-30 .421 17 12 3-7 L-2 17-35 23-20

AMERICAN LEAGUE Thursday’s Games Baltimore 4, N.Y. Yankees 1 Boston 13, Minnesota 2 Detroit 2, Chicago White Sox 1, 7 innings Tampa Bay 7, Oakland 3 Friday’s Games Cleveland (Bauer 7-3) at Baltimore (Bundy 2-2), 7:05 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 10-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Tanaka 7-2), 7:05 p.m.

Seattle (Paxton 2-4) at Toronto (Estrada 5-3), 7:07 p.m.

Minnesota (Gibson 2-6) at Boston (Rodriguez 2-3), 7:10 p.m.

Detroit (Fulmer 9-2) at Chicago White Sox (Turner 0-1), 8:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Shoemaker 5-9) at Houston (McCullers 4-4), 8:10 p.m.

Texas (Darvish 2-1) at Kansas City (Duffy 5-1), 8:15 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Odorizzi 4-5) at Oakland (Manaea 3-5), 10:05 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Seattle (Iwakuma 10-6) at Toronto (Dickey 7-10), 1:07 p.m.

San Francisco (Samardzija 9-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 7-5), 4:05 p.m.

Cleveland (Tomlin 10-2) at Baltimore (Gausman 1-7), 7:05 p.m.

Detroit (Boyd 1-2) at Chicago White Sox (Sale 14-3), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Weaver 8-7) at Houston (McHugh 6-6), 7:10 p.m.

Minnesota (Nolasco 4-8) at Boston (Price 9-7), 7:10 p.m.

Texas (Hamels 10-2) at Kansas City (Ventura 6-7), 7:15 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Smyly 2-11) at Oakland (Graveman 6-6), 9:05 p.m.

secutive games. The streak is the longest in the National League since Milwaukee hit home runs in 20 consecutive games in July 2008.

PIRATES 5, BREWERS 3 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Francisco Liriano took another step toward putting his season-long control issues behind him, striking out 13 in Pittsburgh’s victory over Milwaukee.

Liriano (6-9) gave up three runs and four hits in 6 2/3 innings and didn’t issue a walk for just the second time in 19 starts. The left-hander entered the game having issued a major league-high 62 walks.

Mark Melancon worked the ninth for his 28th save.

ROCKIES 7, BRAVES 3 DENVER (AP) — Carlos Gonzalez hit a three-run homer to break a scoreless tie in the sixth inning, Chad Bettis threw efficiently into the seventh and Colorado topped Atlanta, Gonzalez lined a 97 mph fastball from Mike

NATIONAL LEAGUE Thursday’s Games L.A. Dodgers 6, Washington 3 Miami 9, Philadelphia 3 Pittsburgh 5, Milwaukee 3 St. Louis 6, San Diego 5 Colorado 7, Atlanta 3 Friday’s Games Philadelphia (Eflin 2-3) at Pittsburgh (Cole 5-5), 7:05 p.m.

San Diego (Perdomo 3-4) at Washington (Roark 9-5), 7:05 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 10-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Tanaka 7-2), 7:05 p.m.

Arizona (Bradley 3-5) at Cincinnati (Straily 4-6), 7:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Verrett 3-6) at Miami (Conley 6-5), 7:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Hammel 8-5) at Milwaukee (Nelson 6-7), 8:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (McCarthy 2-0) at St. Louis (Wacha 5-7), 8:15 p.m.

Atlanta (Teheran 3-8) at Colorado (Gray 5-4), 8:40 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Philadelphia (Nola 5-8) at Pittsburgh, 4:05 p.m.

San Francisco (Samardzija 9-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 7-5), 4:05 p.m.

San Diego (Jackson 1-1) at Washington (Scherzer 10-6), 7:05 p.m.

Arizona (Ray 5-8) at Cincinnati (Sampson 0-1), 7:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Lackey 7-6) at Milwaukee (Davies 6-4), 7:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (deGrom 6-4) at Miami (Fernandez 11-4), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Maeda 8-7) at St. Louis (Leake 7-7), 7:15 p.m.

Atlanta (Wisler 4-9) at Colorado (Anderson 2-3), 8:10 p.m.

Foltynewicz (3-4) over the fence in right-center. It was Gonzalez’s 20th homer of the season.

Bettis (8-6) allowed one run over 6 2-3 innings. He was cruising through Atlanta’s lineup until hitting a bump in the seventh when he gave up an RBI double to A.J. Pierzynski.

Trailing 7-1 in the ninth, the Braves scored twice before the Rockies brought in closer Carlos Estevez with two outs. He got Jace Peterson to roll out to end the game and earn his seventh save.

MARLINS 9, PHILLIES 3 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Tom Koehler pitched eight strong innings, Ichiro Suzuki moved within four hits of 3,000 for his career and Miami pounded out 16 hits against Philadelphia.

Christian Yelich homered, and the Marlins won three of four over the Phillies to cap a seven-game road trip at 5-2.

Miami moved 1 1/2 games ahead of idle New York for the second NL wild-card spot.

RAYS 7, ATHLETICS 3 OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Tim Beckham homered and then sparked a four-run inning with his eighth straight hit over three games to lead the Rays to a victory over the Athletics.

He followed up a five-hit game in Colorado on Wednesday by hitting a solo homer in the second against Sonny Gray (4-9) and then adding a leadoff single in the big fifth inning that gave Tampa Bay the lead for good.

TIGERS 2, WHITE SOX 1, 7 innings CHICAGO (AP) — Ian Kinsler hit his 20th home run, Miguel Cabrera added his 19th and the Tigers beat the struggling White Sox in a game that was called after more than a two-hour rain delay in the seventh inning on Thursday.

A heavy downpour before the bottom of the seventh sent players and umpires running for cover. And after two hours, five minutes the game was finally called.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, July 22, 2016: This year your sensitivity to others will be finely tuned, so much so that you will need to learn how to turn off those vibes and relax. Sign up for a yoga class to help with the tension. Recognize your limits.

If you are single, you could notice that you have an unusual amount of admirers and would-be suitors. Don’t commit until you are 100 percent sure. If you are attached, you and your sweetie often exchange very different ideas. Accept your differences, and the two of you will become a lot closer. PISCES understands your mood swings better than you think.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You feel energized, yet your sixth sense might tell you to maintain a low profile. When you express your mental acumen, others stand back and listen.

People are likely to be more communicative if you say less. Tonight: You might not get that call you were waiting for.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH Zero in on your priorities, and make it OK if they are all social. The weekend is upon you. A partner might be judgmental and difficult if he or she doesn’t agree with your choices, or if you have not asked for his or her opinion. You could blow your fuse. Tonight: Hang in there.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH On some level, you have a very generous nature. If asked to take on more responsibilities, you will say “yes.” You might have been too OK with different requests, because it becomes apparent that you will have to delay your weekend.

Tonight: You can blame only yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHHH Your mind wanders to yonder lands and someone at a distance. You might wonder why you have not heard from this person in a while. Seek this individual out, and if you must, show up in person. Be willing to express your caring. Tonight: Let your guard down.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH You finally will enter a period where you become more upbeat. Let go of concerns, and start spending more time with friends and loved ones. Decide your birthday resolutions now. Don’t allow a child or new friend to cause you problems. Tonight: Enjoy a friendship.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Defer to others, and know what you want in the long run. A family member could be overly demanding, or he or she might cause a problem around your home. As a result, you could decide to change plans and handle this situation first. Tonight: Accept a pal’s invitation.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH Clear out as much as you can today; otherwise, you will have to handle it tomorrow. You could opt to start your weekend later than you normally do. You will be pleased and might feel as if you have not a care in the world, and you rarely feel that way. Tonight: Out late.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Tap into your imagination, and you will come up with a creative solution.

If you keep thinking about the beach, you know what to do: Take off ASAP and relax at your favorite spot. Be aware of your budget, as it might not be as expansive as you believe it to be. Tonight: TGIF. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You might feel pressured. This tense feeling could evolve from a judgment you are making about what others expect from you. Why not check in and find out what they really want? Take others at their word; believe them. Tonight: Head home early.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH Keep a conversation moving.

You might not understand what others expect from you. Ask the right questions, and you’ll get some of the answers you seek. You could be overly tired and not thinking clearly. If so, take a nap as soon as you can. Tonight: After your nap, make plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Be aware of your spending, as you could cause long-term damage. On your half-birthday, and the days around it, the planets will deliver your half-year report card. If you experience a lot of flak, make an adjustment. If not, you will receive an A! Tonight: The only answer is “yes.”

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH There are many ways to deal with others while still maintaining your space. Someone might make it clear that he or she is upset that you won’t be joining him or her. This person has a right to be upset. Just be flattered, and know that

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LEGAL NOTICES July 8, 15, 22, 2016 LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by George A. Plante to Option One Mortgage Corporation, dated February 6, 2004 and recorded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 13952, Page 50 of which mortgage HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp.

Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates is the present holder by assignment from Option One Mortgage Corporation to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp.

Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificate dated April 25, 2013 recorded at Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 19819, Page 81; and confirmatory assignment from Sand Canyon Corporation f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corporation to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates dated April 16, 2015 recorded at Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 20671, Page 592, for breach of conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same, the mortgaged premises located at 30 Schumann Drive, Westfield, MA 01085 will be sold at a Public Auction at 2:00PM on August 5, 2016, at the mortgaged premises, more particularly described below, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: The land in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin in the southeasterly line of Schumann Drive, so-called, and in the southerly line of land conveyed

by Daniel F. Doherty, et al., Trustees to Joseph M. Keating by deed September 10, 1924 and recorded in the Registry of Deeds for Hampden County in Book 1246, Page 84, said iron pin bearing north 59° 00' 50" west and distant two hundred ninety seven and 15/100 (297.15) feet from an iron pin marking the most southerly corner of land conveyed to said Keating as aforesaid, thence south 59° 00' 50" east along land last referred to, one hundred ninety four and 30/100 (194.30) feet to an iron pin; thence south 35° 45' west along land of Henry C. Schumann et ux, or of Lena Schumann, one hundred sixty six and 46/100 (166.46) feet to and iron pin in the northeasterly line of Schumann Drive, thence N. 54° 15' west along said Schumann Drive, one hundred two and 50/100 (102.50) feet to an iron pin,

control in the event of a typoWWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM graphical error in this publication.

Terms of the Sale: Cash, cashier's or certified check in the sum of $5,000.00 as a deposit must be shown at the time and place of the sale in order to qualify as a bidder (the mortgage holder and its designee(s) are exempt from this requirement); high bidder to sign written Memorandum of Sale upon acceptance of bid; balance of purchase price payable in cash or by certified check in thirty (30) days from the date of the sale at the offices of mortgagee's attorney, Korde & Associates, P.C., 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite 3102, Lowell, MA 01851 or such other time as may be designated by mortgagee. The description for the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

LEGAL NOTICE

HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp.

Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates Korde & Associates, P.C. 900 Chelmsford Street Suite 3102 Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 256-1500 Plante, George, 14-017373, July 8, 2016, July 15, 2016, July 22, 2016

July 8, 15, 22, 2016 LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Leo J. Boucher, Jr. to United Mortgage Lenders Inc., dated October 12, 2005 and recorded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 15408, Page 343 of which mortgage Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-OPT2, Mortgage-Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OPT2 is the present holder by assignment from United Mortgage Lenders, Inc. to Option One Mortgage Corporation dated November 2, 2005 recorded at Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 16111, Page 571; and assignment from Sand Canyon Corporation f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corporation to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-OPT2, MortgagePass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OPT2 dated May 11, 2015 recorded at Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 20743, Page 135, for breach of conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same, the mortgaged premises located at 8 Cherry Street, Westfield, MA 01085 will be sold at a Public Auction at 12:00PM on August 5, 2016, at the mortgaged premises, more particularly described below, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit:

thence north 03° 19' west along said Schumann Drive, seventy A certain tract of land with the seven and 55/100 (77.55) feet to buildings thereon, situated on an iron pin, the Westerly side of Cherry Street, in said Westfield, and dethence northerly and northeast- scribed as follows: erly by a curve to the right having a radius of two hundred six Beginning at a point in the Eastand 35/100 (206.35) feet, and erly line of other land formerly of along said Schumann Drive, one Annie C. Glynn; hundred and 50/100 (100.50) feet to the place of beginning. thence running North 15° 37’ 30" East, a distance of 43.33 feet to The above described premises an iron monument in line of land being shown as lot marked "E" now or formerly of Frances Abon "Plan of land owned now by bott; Henry C. and Lena Schumann, Westfield, Mass.," dated July thence running South 76° 52' 1956, D. N. Weingle. R.L.S., re- 30" East along land of Cathercorded in Hampden County, ine Hassett, formerly, a distance Massachusetts, Registry of of 123.33 feet to an iron monuDeeds in Book of Plans 57, ment at Cherry Street; Page 14. thence running South 15° 45' Together with the right to use West on said Cherry Street, a said Schumann Drive for all pur- distance of 50 feet; poses for which public streets are commonly used, said Schu- thence running Westerly in a mann Drive being set forth on straight line a distance of 123 said plan heretofore referred to, feet, more or less, to the point of as forty (40) foot Right of Way, beginning. and as an unnamed street.

For mortgagor’s title see deed Together with the right to use for recorded with the Hampden the purpose of travel, on foot County Registry of Deeds in and by motor vehicle (with or Book 15408, Page 340. without boat trailer), a certain strip of land fifteen (15) feet in The premises will be sold subwidth over land of Henry C. ject to any and all unpaid taxes Schumann, et ux lying next and other municipal assesssoutherly of the southerly line of ments and liens, and subject to the premises described as the prior liens or other enforceable second parcel in the mortgage encumbrances of record entitled given by said Henry C. Schu- to precedence over this mortmann et ux to Westfield Co-Op- gage, and subject to and with erative Bank, dated March15, the benefit of all easements, re1955, and recorded in said Re- strictions, reservations and congistry of Deeds in Book 2374, ditions of record and subject to all tenancies and/or rights of Page 266, and extending west- parties in possession. erly from said Schumann Drive to the shore of Buck Pond, and Terms of the Sale: Cash, cashthe further right to tie a boat to ier's or certified check in the sum said shore of Buck Pond at the of $5,000.00 as a deposit must westerly end of said fifteen (15) be shown at the time and place foot strip of land. of the sale in order to qualify as a bidder (the mortgage holder For mortgagor’s title see deed and its designee(s) are exempt recorded with the Hampden from this requirement); high bidCounty Registry of Deeds in der to sign written MemorBook 12405, Page 83. andum of Sale upon acceptance of bid; balance of purThe premises will be sold sub- chase price payable in cash or ject to any and all unpaid taxes by certified check in thirty (30) and other municipal assess- days from the date of the sale at ments and liens, and subject to the offices of mortgagee's attorprior liens or other enforceable ney, Korde & Associates, P.C., encumbrances of record entitled 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite to precedence over this mort- 3102, Lowell, MA 01851 or such gage, and subject to and with other time as may be desigthe benefit of all easements, re- nated by mortgagee. The destrictions, reservations and con- scription for the premises conditions of record and subject to tained in said mortgage shall all tenancies and/or rights of control in the event of a typoparties in possession. graphical error in this publication.

Terms of the Sale: Cash, cash-

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2006-OPT2, Mortgage-Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OPT2 Korde & Associates, P.C. 900 Chelmsford Street Suite 3102 Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 256-1500 Boucher, Leo, 13-013315, July 8, 2016, July 15, 2016, July 22, 2016

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MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Arthur J. Kellogg and Sharon Kellogg to Option One Mortgage Corporation, dated December 31, 2003 and recorded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 13883, Page 481 of which mortgage HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004OP1, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates is the present holder by assignment from Sand Canyon Corporation f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corporation to HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp.

Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates dated October 29, 2012 recorded at Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 19587, Page 267, for breach of conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same, the mortgaged premises located at 28 Meadow Street, Westfield, MA 01085 will be sold at a Public Auction at 1:00PM on August 5, 2016, at the mortgaged premises, more particularly described below, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: Certain real estate situated in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, with the buildings thereon, bounded and described as follows: Westerly by land of Ellen Leary; northerly and easterly by land of Frances C. Donovan; and southerly by Meadow Street; being the same premises conveyed to Mary McGuran prior to her marriage and under her maiden name of Mary Sullivan, by deed of Daniel B. Sullivan, dated April 27, 1889, and recorded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds, Book 457, Page 47, except for a small triangular strip at the southwesterly corner of 1.4 feet wide at said corner and running to a point on said Meadow Street southeasterly from said corner, which was taken by the City of Westfield in connection with the reconstruction of said street in 1940, and as more fully described in grantor's deed to said City of Westfield, dated December 18, 1940.

Said premises are about 98 feet on the westerly line; 60 feet on the northerly line; 88 feet on the easterly line; and 62 feet on the southerly line.

For mortgagor’s title see deed recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 10964, Page 375. See also deed recorded at said registry in Book 13883, Page 480.

The premises will be sold subject to any and all unpaid taxes and other municipal assessments and liens, and subject to prior liens or other enforceable encumbrances of record entitled to precedence over this mortgage, and subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restrictions, reservations and conditions of record and subject to all tenancies and/or rights of parties in possession.

Terms of the Sale: Cash, cashier's or certified check in the sum of $5,000.00 as a deposit must be shown at the time and place of the sale in order to qualify as a bidder (the mortgage holder and its designee(s) are exempt from this requirement); high bidder to sign written Memorandum of Sale upon acceptance of bid; balance of purchase price payable in cash or by certified check in thirty (30) days from the date of the sale at the offices of mortgagee's attorney, Korde & Associates, P.C., 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite 3102, Lowell, MA 01851 or such other time as may be designated by mortgagee. The description for the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication.

Other terms to be announced at the sale.

HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for ACE Securities Corp.

Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-OP1, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates Korde & Associates, P.C. 900 Chelmsford Street Suite 3102 Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 256-1500 Kellogg, Arthur, 15-022349, July 8, 2016, July 15, 2016, July 22, 2016, July 29, 2016

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COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT

SUPREME COURT OF THE S T A T E O F N E W YORK—COUNTY OF NEW YORK-

HD09P1390GD CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR RESIGNATION OF A GUARDIAN OF AN INCAPACITATED PERSON In the Interests of: Leonardo F Santiago Of: Westfield, MA RESONDENT Incapacitated Person/ Protected Person Minor To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Maria E Aguiar of Westfield, MA in the above captioned matter requesting that the court: Accept the Resignation of Guardian.

The petition asks the court to make a determination that the Guardian and/or Conservator should be allowed to resign; or should be removed for good cause; or that the Guardianship and/or Conservatorship is no longer necessary and therefore should be terminated. The original petition is on file with the court.

You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 08/12/2016.

This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition.

If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date.

IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person's right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both.

The above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense.

WITNESS, Hon. Anne M Geoffrion First Justice of this Court DATE: July 15, 2016 Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate

July 22, 2016 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT

Index No. 305488/16—Date Purchased: 05/18/16- SUMMONS WITH NOTICE- Plaintiff designates New York County as the place of trial—Basis of venue: CPLR Sec.509Naime Yilmaz- against- Celal Yilmaz, Defendant –ACTION FOR DIVORCE—To the abovenamed Defendant YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to serve a notice of appearance on Plaintiff’s- attorneys within thirty (30) days after the service of this summons is complete and in the case of your failure to appear, judgement will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the notice set forth below. Dated May 19, 2016New York, New York Law Offices of Ogmen Law PLLC 61 Broadway Suite 801 New York, NY 10006 (212)-245-7070 NOTICE: The nature of this action is to dissolve the marriage between the parties on the grounds of (i) the abandonment of the Plaintiff by the Defendant for a period of more than one year pursuant to DRL Section 170 (2). The relief sought is a judgement of absolute divorce in favor of the plaintiff dissolving the marriage between the parties in this action. NOTICE OF AUTOMATIC ORDERS. Pursuant to domestic relations law section 236 part b, sec. 2, the parties are bound by certain automatic orders which shall remain in full force and effect during the pendency of the action.

For further details you should contact the clerk of the matrimonial part, Supreme Court, 60 Centre Street, New York, NY 10007 Tel (646) 386-3010. DRL 255 Notice. Please be advised that once the judgement of divorce is signed in this action, both parties must be aware that he or she will no longer be covered by the other party’s health insurance plan and that each party shall be responsible for his or her own health insurance coverage, and may be entitled to purchase health insurance on his or her own through a COBRA option, if available.

NOTICE OF GUIDELINE MAINTENANCE: Pursuant to DRL Section 236(B) 5-1, there is an obligation to award the guideline maintenance amount (spousal support) on income up to $175,000.00 to be paid by the higher income spouse to the lower income spouse after the divorce is final according to a formula, unless the parties agree otherwise or waive this right.

NOTICE OF CHILD SUPPORT STANDARDS: Pursuant to DRL Section 240(1-b) the Court may award child support. The amount of basic support may be found in The Child Support Standards Chart promulgated by Social Services Law Section 111-i.

See https://www.childsupport. ny.gov/dcse/pdfs/CSSA.pdf.

Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Docket No. HD16C01329CA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of: Ylia Ratushev Of: WESTFIELD, MA To all persons interested in petition described: A petition has been presented byYlia Ratushev requesting that:Ylia Ratushev be allowed to change his/her/their name as follows: YULIA FOXX IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: SPRINGFIELD ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 08/12/2016 WITNESS, Hon. Anne M Geoffrion, First Justice of this Court Date: July 15, 2016 Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate

July 22, 29, 2016

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Town of Blandford Water Department Town of Blandford is seeking quotes from pre-selected contractors for the installation of approximately 1000’ of 8” C900 water main fittings and appurtenances. Also included in the work, is 2 fire hydrants, one line valve and 9 domestic services to the property line, as marked out by the Town. The purposed work will connect two dead ends on Glasgow Road. All pipe materials shall be purchased by the Town. A pre-bid meeting will be held on August 4, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. onsite. Bid opening will be August 10, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.

Contact Cara at watersecretary@townofblandford.com (413) 552-9600 for more information.

NORTH ELM BUTCHER BLOCK Deli /Counter Help Experience Required!

Part-time; Tues/Thur/Fri 2:30 to close & weekends.

E-mail: puzambb@yahoo.com or apply at the store

COUNTER/DELI HELP Part-time; Morning, evening & weekends included. Must be 18. Apply in person at Zuber's Deli, 98 Southwick Road, Westfield.

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HELP WANTED

Director of Building and Grounds Armbrook Village has a Full Time Position available. This position is a Monday - Friday position but some flexibility is required. This position requires a minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience of performing and/or supervising electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, landscaping and general housekeeping maintenance and records as needed.

Supervisor for our Housekeeping, Laundry and Maintenance Associates. Handle all service/maintenance calls for our residents. This position works closely with all departments in maintaining the smooth operation of our community. Senior Living Residences offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

For a complete job description, please visit our website: Senior Living Residences.

You can apply online or send your resume to: cfederici@armbrookvillage.com

Compass Open Campus Coordinator Full-Time The coordinator will work to create and implement ongoing therapeutic opportunities for our residents. Qualified candidates for the Compass Open Campus Program Coordinator must be compassionate, dependable, dedicated and have a positive, "can do" attitude as well as a creative, friendly and energetic personality. Other qualifications include Associates's or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Social Work or related field. Strong leadership skills, technology comfort and flexible schedule. This position is a Monday - Friday, position but some flexibility is required.

Senior Living Residences offers a competitive salary and benefits package. For a complete job description, please visit our website: Senior Living Residences. You can apply on line or send your resume to: cfederici@armbrookvillage.com

McLean is Growing!

Take a look at these open positions: Memory Care Volunteer Coordinator/Recreation Aide -

oversee the program which includes recruitment and training along with community outreach and education; work weekly in our Therapeutic Recreation Department with our residents providing individual and group programs. 40 hours - day/eve flexibility & a weekend rotation. Must have excellent customer service skills along with past experience working with the elderly.

Recreation Aide - 35 hours a week with day/eve flexibility to provide individual and group programs for our elderly residents. Every other weekend rotation. Must have prior experience working with the elderly.

Therapeutic recreation certification/degree a plus!

Physical Therapist - with experience in Aquatic Therapy.

Afternoons 1-2 days a week 12:30-3pm.

Certified Nurse Aides - We need experienced aides to work evening and night shifts.

Must have current CNA registration and experience in long term care. Benefits along with evening, night and weekend differentials.

Medicaid Coordinator - 32

hour opening for someone with solid bookkeeping background. Must have strong customer service skills and a thorough knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations as they apply to skilled nursing.

Previous experience with electronic billing transmission required. Full benefits and a friendly work environment.

Home Care Community Liaison - Work to develop re-

lationships for the purpose of marketing McLean Home Care services and the Continuum of Services to the community.

Requires 3 years of marketing experience preferably in the area of home care/hospice services. Send resumes and cover letters to employment@mcleancare.org Hospice Nurse - We are con-

tinuing to grow and are in need of a nurse with weekday and weekend availability. Must have previous home care experience. Mileage reimbursement along with laptops for ease with charting. Come and see why McLean care is the best care!

Call Human Resources at 860-658-3724 or send your resume to: employment@mcleancare.org

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The City of Westfield is seeking applicants to fill seasonal positions for the Parks and Recreation Departments 2016 fall positions. Posted July 18, 2016 and will close July 29, 2016 with selections made by August.

Community Health Worker F/T position to work with patients with chronic diseases to develop action plans and overcome barriers to better manage their own health.

CHW is active in health center provider teams; documents patient's progress; works at health centers and in the community including home visits. Qualifications include 3 or more years of health/social services experience and/or post high school education in a related field.

Must have a verifiable good driving record and reliable transportation. Must be computer literate and knowledge of Hilltown culture and resources required. Residents of Hilltowns of W. MA preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. To apply, send resume and letter of interest to: Hilltown Community Health Centers, Inc. HR Manager-WP 58 Old North Road Worthington, MA 01098 or brida@hchcweb.org

Positions $ 13.00 hr. - $ 15.00 hr. (Subject to funding) These positions are seasonal with no benefits.

Adult Softball Supervisors: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Supervising men and women’s adult softball league. Hourly rate is $ 13.00 a hr. Evenings and weekends September 3November 30. Flexible schedule. Previous experience preferred.

Field Hockey Instructor: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Hourly rate $ 15.00 hr. Duties include teaching and supervising children the sport of field hockey.

Thorough knowledge of field hockey and prior field hockey instructional experience preferred.

August 22- November 30.

Applications are available online or at City Hall, Personnel Department, 59 Court Street Westfield, MA 01085 Hours are from Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All applicants must submit to the CORI/SORI (A criminal back-round check) and complete the Conflict of Interest Law forms.

The City of Westfield is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/H) Any questions about the positions, please call Jim Blascak, Program Coordinator at: 572-6312

AA/EOE

Sunday, July 24th, 1 PM Worthington Rod & Gun Club 458 Dingle Rd. (Rt. 112) Worthington, MA

Attention Caregivers!!

Positions Now Available for Experienced Caregivers / Home Health Aides / Nursing Students. Part Time & Full Time - Local Home Care Positions Available. $13.00 per hour.

Outreach/Enrollment Worker P/T position to provide health access, case management and information/referral services to area residents on an outreach basis. Responsibilities include demonstrating expertise in: eligibility and enrollment rules and procedures; the range of qualified health plan options and insurance affordability programs; the needs of underserved and vulnerable populations; privacy & security standards.

High school diploma or GED required. Min 1 year relevant exp. Working auto and MA driver’s license required.

Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality. Working knowledge of Hilltown community and available services required. Exp providing rural outreach preferred.

Community resident preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter to:

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413-733-6900 or send resume to: hgobeil@comcast.net

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PETS THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICE Vacation care, over night sittings, daily dog walks.

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ARTICLES FOR SALE 2000 GMC Pick-up Truck with Extended Cab. Needs tune-up. $2,400 or B.O. Call Al at: 413-207-3006

ARTICLES FOR SALE Honda: Special Edition 250.

Valued at $2,200...will take $1,600 or best offer.

Call 413-207-3006 for more info.

FIREWOOD WEIDLER LOGGING Purchasing standing timber and specializing in land clearing. Local company in business for 20+ years.

Green firewood. Cut, split & delivered. Free delivery in Westfield area. Mixed hardwoods. $180 p/128 cf.

413-835-5491

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Buying junk or wrecked cars and light trucks.

Call Mark's Auto Parts, E. Granby, CT 860-653-2551

ESTATE SALE WESTFIELD: 110 Woodside Terrace. Fri/Sat/Sun July 15/16/17 & 22/23/24. 9am-4pm.

Hammond Organ; Sears sewing machine; Firewood, China, Books, Clothes, Tools/Tool Chest. Bring cash & truck.

PAYING CASH FOR COINS, EVERYTHING MUST GO! stamps, medals, tokens, paper money, diamonds and jewelry, gold and silver scrap. Broadway ESTATE/TAG SALE Coin & Stamp, 144 Broadway, WESTFIELD: 291 Southwick Chicopee Falls, MA. (413)594- Rd. Fri/Sat; July 22nd/23rd 9am9550.

2pm. Furniture, vintage and household items. CLEANING OUT!

BOATS WESTFIELD-144 RACHAEL TERRACE. Friday, Saturday, July 23-24, 8-2. Pfaltzgraff cups, saucers, Inversion table, household items.

15' V-Haul Aluminum Fishing Boat. (Camouflage). 1 Flat bottom, John Fishing Boat (Camo), 1 9.5' Fiberglass Fishing Boat.

1 - 15-19 ft. Boat Trailer, E-Z Loader. Call for info & directions. WESTFIELD: 19 Putnum Dr. Sat/Sun; July 23rd/24th; 8am413-207-3006 3pm. Furniture, clothes, baby items, household items, and more

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A STEP ABOVE THE REST! JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE Repair your chimney before winter wreaks havoc. We do brick repair, crown seals and repairs. We also do stainless steel liner installs, as well as stainless rain caps. We sweep all flues. Free estimates provided.

Call: 413-330-2186

AAA+ 100% HARDWOOD Green firewood; cut, split & delivered. $150 /128 cu.ft.

Homeowners welcome to come and cut your own and save!

2 year seasoned wood also available. 413-831-6254

DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT All your exterior home improvement needs. Roofing, siding, windows, decks and gutters. Free quotes. Extensive references, fully licensed & insured in MA/CT.

HENTNICK CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. Insured.

Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, (800)793-3706.

CONCRETE WEST POURED CONCRETE 4 foot garage foundations; floors, driveways, excavation, patios and additions.

ALWAYS FREE ESTIMATES. In business for over 20 years.

Fully insured.

413-562-2911 or 413-427-2363

DRYWALL T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete professional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops!

Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.

ELECTRICIAN JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC Senior discount. No job too small! Insured, free estimates.

40 years experience. Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682.

POEHLMAN ELECTRIC All types of wiring. Free estimates, insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. Gutter de-icing cables installed. All calls answered! Best prices, prompt service. Lic. #A-16886.

(413)562-5816.

MASTER ELECTRICIAN 40 years experience. Insured.

Reasonable prices. No job too small. Lic# A7625.Call Tom Daly, (413)543-3100.

TURCOTTE ELECTRIC 30+ years experience. Electrical installations, emergency service work. Generac portable or whole house generator installations.

HVAC controls. Knob and tube wiring removal for insurance company requirements. Fully insured. All calls answered.

Master's Lic #A-18022 (413)214-4149

FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING A RON JOHNSON's Floor Sanding, Installation, Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane.

Free estimates. (413)569-3066.

AFFORDABLE FIREWOOD Seasoned and green. Cut, split, delivered. Any length. Now ready for immediate delivery.

Senior and bulk discount. Call (413)530-4820 or 413-626-3888.

FIREWOOD! MULCH! FIREWOOD! SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY Others try to match our price...but can't beat our quality. Accepting most competitors coupons.

We deliver.

Run by veterans.

Green Meadow Lumber

568-0056 HAULING PHIL’S DUMP RUNS & DEMOLITION Better Business Bureau A+ Removal of any items in cellars, attics, etc... Also brush removal and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages). Fully insured. Free estimates. (413)525-2892, (413)265-6380.

A.R.A. Junk, Furniture & Appliance Removal Full house clean-outs.

Basements, attics & garages.

Demolition: Patios, sheds and swing-sets. You name it...we take it! Senior discounts. Free estimates on phone. Credit cards accepted. 7 days a week.

Emergency, same day service.

Call Pete 413-433-0356

HOME IMPROVEMENT AFFORDABLE BUILDING CONTRACTOR 20 Years experience.

Licensed & insured.

Repairs, Renovations & Construction. Specializing in Decks, Roofs, Garages, Additions & Log Cabins and Basement conversions Call Dave: 413-568-6440

DAVE DAVIDSON: Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling "GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME" Complete Bath Renovations.

Now serving CT. Insured. Quality Work on Time on Budget Since 1984. MA. License #072233, MA.Registration #144831. CT. HIC. #0609568 569-9973. www.davedavidsonremodeling. com JOSEPH'S HANDYMAN COMPANY Carpentry, remodeling, kitchen, baths, basements, drywall, tile, floors, suspended ceilings, restoration services, doors, windows, decks, stairs, interior/exterior painting, plumbing. Small jobs ok. All types of professional work done since 1985. Call Joe, (413)364-7038.

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Call Gary Delcamp (413)569-3733

HOUSE CLEANING TWO MOM'S CLEANING SERVICE Personalized Cleaning Commercial & Residential Fully Insured & Bonded Call NOW for FREE Estimate 10+ Years Experience References Available 413-326-1278

HOME/OFFICE CLEANING CLEANING CONNECTION Very reasonable pricing and sparkling results! 5 years experience and many satisfied customers. References available. Commercial & Residential.

413-478-2895

HOUSE PAINTING ALWAYS CALL FIRST!!!

M&M SERVICES 29 Years serving the Westfield area. Painting, staining, house washing, interior/exterior. Wall coverings. Water damage and ceiling/wall repairs.

Commercial/residential. Free estimates. Insured. References.

Call Carmine at: 413-568-9731 or 413-537-4665 No job too small !!

JOHNSON'S PAINTING SERVICES

Interior & Exterior 25 years experience Including aluminum siding.

Commercial & Residential.

Water damage repairs, ceiling, wall and exterior repairs. Power washing.

FOR FREE ESTIMATE call: Ken 568-5146

GUTTER CLEANING GUTTER CLEANING Clean-outs, Junk Removal; Odd Jobs. QUICK RESPONSE. One Call. Leave Message RICK: 413-977-6502

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE Hagger's Landscaping Services LLC Spring Cleanups; Mulching and Stone, Lawn mowing, Hedge Trimming, Thatching, Aeration, Top soil/Mulch deliveries, Plantings, Koi ponds All your landscaping needs Residential & Commercial Fully Insured/Free Estimates (413) 626 6122 or visit: www.haggerscape.com

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE A & J LANDSCAPING Spring & Fall Clean-ups; mowing, trimming, mulching, planting and landscape design.

Arborvitaes for sale.

Quality work & service.

Bobcat services also available (Call Mike @ 562-6502)

Call Tony 413-519-7001 GREEN & GOLD LANDSCAPING SERVICE Weekly/Biweekly Mowing and Maintenance. Hedges, Mulch, Gutters, Garage and Basement Clean-outs. Very Affordable Prices Residential/Commercial; Insured Neil: 413-356-0993

ACCURATE LAWNCARE Cleanups, Mowing, leaf/brush removal, trimming, mulch, gutter cleaning. Call (413)579-1639.

LAWN CARE Spring Clean-ups: Gutter-cleaning, leaf removal; Rototilling; Senior discounts. Free Estimates.

413-314-8575 PETER'S LANDSCAPING Complete landscaping service.

Low, prices, great work. Now accepting new accounts.

Sign up for mowing and get 2nd mowing at half-price! Weekly and biweekly mowing available.

413-789-0337.

LOGGING

RAIN GUTTERS RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED & REPAIRED Chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed.

Antennas removed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed.

Senior citizen discount. Insured.

Free estimates.

H.I. Johnson Services (413)596-8859 (before 9pm)

PLUMBING & HEATING NICK GARDNER PLUMBING, WELDING & MECHANICAL SERVICES. Reliable service, Professional. Certified Welding.

Insured. MA Lic. #PL31893-J. Call (413)531-2768 Nick7419@comcast.net

POOL SERVICES REMOVE YOUR UN-WANTED POOL TODAY! IN-GROUND or ABOVE-GROUND. Call: Plumley Landscape Inc., It’s easier than you think!

(413) 862-4749

DUMP TRUCK & TRACTOR SERVICE JIM'S TRACTOR SERVICES Grading & leveling of trap rock, dirt driveways & short roads; loader work. Dump truck delivery available.

Mowing of fields & lots with large rotory mower.

Equipment transportation.

Licensed & Insured (413)530-5430

WEIDLER LOGGING Purchasing standing timber and specializing in land clearing. Local company in business for 20+ years.

Green firewood. Cut, split & delivered. Free delivery in Westfield area. Mixed hardwoods. $180 p/128 cf.

WESTFIELD: HUGE NEIGHBORHOOD TAG SALE! Woodbridge Lane. July 22nd/23rd; Friday/Saturday. 8am-2pm. Household, antiques, furniture, costume jewelry, clothes, sports, books, vinyl records, toys, Shopkins, video games, art work, knickknacks, lawnmowers, chipper-shredder, tools, holiday, shoes, math & computer resources, and MUCH MORE! Rain or Shine, don't miss this GREAT sale!

APARTMENT WESTBRIDGE MANOR WESTFIELD: 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, full basement. W/D hookup. $800/month plus utilities.

(413)562-2295.

WESTFIELD: Beautiful, 2 bedroom townhouse. Clean, quiet, 1-1/2 baths, carpeting, appliances, hot water included.

Sorry no pets. $875.

(860)485-1216.

Equal Housing Opportunity

WESTFIELD - 1 LARGE-BEDROOM apartment. Five rooms, own driveway, quiet, 2nd floor, owner occupied antique house.

No Pets Available September 1. $675/month. (413)572-0696.

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STUMP GRINDING K & B STUMP GRINDING serving the Westfield area since 1988. Clean-up available. Fully insured; reliable; experienced & professional. (413)562-9128

413-835-5491

WESTFIELD 1 bedroom apartment, large closets, free heat and hot water included, laundry, parking. $815/month.

(413)562-2266

WESTFIELD 1&2 bedroom apartments, rent includes heat and hot water. Excellent size and location. No dogs. Call weekdays (413)786-9884.

WESTFIELD: NO PETS. 1ST floor, 1 bedroom, kitchen, bath. $650 p/month; includes utilities.

1st/last/security. 413-250-4811

Westfield: Close to center. Refreshed, updated, spacious 2nd floor apartment. This very clean, 5 Room, 3-bedroom unit is very inexpensive to run. First/last & security. Key fee required. No pets. Call 413-569-8877 for appointment.

ROOMS HUNTINGTON 1 room with heat, hot water, cable TV, air conditioning, refrigerator and microwave included. $110/week. Call (413)531-2197.

OFFICE SPACE

OFFICE SUITE: 225 sq. foot office suite Diameter 15 x15 52 Court Street 2nd floor Westfield MA. 01085 Upstairs from Flowers by Webster Ample parking Heat & Central A/C included.

(413)875-2521

BUSINESS PROPERTY

TREE SERVICE

LAWN MOWER REPAIR AFFORDABLE Lawnmower Services Tune-ups/Repairs. FREE pick-up & delivery.

Same day service available.

786-0022

MASONRY ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. All brick, block, concrete. Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired. Sump pumps and french drain systems installed.

Foundations pointed and stuccoed. Free estimates.

(413)569-1611. (413)374-5377.

PAINTING & WALLPAPERING HOME DECOR has been making beautiful new rooms for over 16 years. From cabinet makeovers to faux finishes, staging for sales and decorating advice for a new look. Call Kendra now for all your painting needs. Fully insured.

Free Estimates (413)626-8880 or (413)564-0223

A BETTER OPTION GRANFIELD TREE SERVICE Tree Removal, Land Clearing, Excavating. (413)569-6104

American Tree & Shrub: Removal, pruning, bucket/crane work. Stump grinding, light excavation and tree planting.

Fully Insured, Free Estimates.

24-hour Emergency Services.

Veteran Owned 40 yrs. Experience 413-569-0469

UPHOLSTERY KEITH'S UPHOLSTERY & REPAIRS 30+ years experience for home or business. Discount off all fabrics. Get quality workmanship at a great price. Free pickup and delivery. Call (413)562-6639.

LIQUOR STORE FOR SALE Leased location. $130,000 plus inventory. $800k total sales.

5 East Silver St., Westfield.

413-267-0497 WESTFIELD: Commercial space available in down-town area.

Perfect for office, hair salon and massage therapy. 600+ sq. ft.

Call 4513-519-7257 to set up a viewing.

MOBILE HOMES Westfield: Route 10/202. 1 Bedroom starter home. Aluminum roof. Appliances, carport, shed. $39,900 593-9961DASAP MHVILLAGE.COM

WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Cleaned inside and out!

Including storms and screens.

Fully insured. Free estimates.

Call Paul NOW for your SUMMER appointment.

413-237-2053

A1 ODD JOBS/HANDYMAN Debris removal, landscaping, Spring yard cleanup, interior and exterior painting, power washing, basic carpentry and plumbing. All types of repair work and more. (413)562-7462