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Michael Knapik to lead Gov. Baker’s Springfield office

Meadow Street fire displaces one

By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD–An early morning fire leaves one person without a home Friday.

The fire happened at 24 Meadow St., around 1:40 a.m. The blaze began inside a shed behind the home, then moved to a nearby tree before catching the home on fire. Fire personnel worked until about 4 a.m. to put out the fire. One person was displaced, but no people were injured. The street was closed until about 5 a.m. The origin of the fire is unknown, but is considered suspicious.

During the fire, two propane tanks reportedly exploded in the shed, according to Westfield Fire Department Capt.

Paul Lentini.

The home is reportedly considered a total loss, according to our media partner WWLP. Additional resources also responded from West Springfield and Holyoke, but were used to cover the fire stations, Lentini said.

“We got such a response because the houses are so close together, so the fire See Fire, Page 3

Emergency services personnel outside the 24 Meadow St. address where the fire took place early Friday morning.

(Photo submitted by Kathleen Harrington)

This bear was seen on Jefferson St. in Westfield on Thursday reaching for a bird feeder. (Photo by Gilbert Rodriguez)

Bear sightings on the rise

By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—The city has been graced with the presence of several bears in recent weeks.

Westfield Animal Control and Westfield Police have been receiving numerous reports about the animals, with as many as 13 sightings reported between June 20-23. But the presence of the animals is not one to be concerned by, and preventing them from roaming around can be as simple as limiting their food sources.

There were several reports and sightings Thursday afternoon in the Washington and Jefferson Street areas.

“If we don’t give them what they’re looking for they’ll go elsewhere,” Lori Charette, manager of the Westfield Animal Shelter, said.

Charette said that the bears are coming out to find food, and humans tend to have a fair amount of what they are looking for outside of their homes. This drives the bears to areas that may be unpleasant for some to experience a bear, such as a backyard.

Currently, Charette believes that the majority of the sightings are involving three different bears, which have been seen in the areas of Southampton Road near Barbara Street, as well the areas of Cabot and Russell Roads. No injuries or significant damage to property have been reported.

Bears are mostly found feasting on bird feeders and garbage, so preventing

Westfield couple bequeaths $1M to Mercy Medical Center SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Medical Center is pleased to announce that Pat and David Johnson, of Westfield, have made a one million dollar bequest to Transforming Cancer Care – The Capital Campaign for the Sister Caritas Cancer Center. The Johnsons’ gift, along with other bequests, will guarantee the future needs of the recently completed 26,000 square foot expansion of the Cancer Center.

The Johnsons, and several members of their family, have been touched by cancer for the past 20 years. With each occurrence, members of the Johnson family have been treated by Philip Glynn, MD, Director of Oncology, Sister Caritas Cancer Center. Under Dr. Glynn’s direction, the Cancer Center staff has expanded significantly to meet patient need that continues to increase. By 2022, the

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their presence starts with making sure they cannot get to these items. Charette suggests making sure that bird feeders and trash cans are secure, so that the bears aren’t tempted.

“It’s summer, they’re looking for food,” Charette said. “People are keeping the bird feeders up encouraging bad behavior from the bears.”

The rash of sightings didn’t alarm Charette, who said that this is a rather common occurrence in this area. The bears come out during the spring after hibernation to refuel and then continue through the summer, then again during the fall to build back up for hibernation.

Charette suggests that if you see a bear, bring children and animals inside.

This will lessen the likelihood of the bear being startled and becoming aggressive by children’s higher-pitched voices or an animal’s protective instincts.

However, in some instances coming across a bear could lead to a dangerous situation and the confrontation is inevitable. Luckily, bears are not traditionally aggressive toward humans, but can be if they feel threatened or are surprised–especially if they are with their cubs.

The best and most logical solution to avoid an aggressive bear is to never approach them. But if you are in a situation where a confrontation with a bear is unavoidable, experts like Charette See Bears, Page 5

Residents invited to weigh in on city budget

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SPRINGFIELD – A very important member of the Westfield community has found himself a new office in Springfield.

Mike Knapik was named the Director of the Western Mass. office for Gov. Charlie Baker on Thursday afternoon. Gov. Baker and his representatives held a private meeting at the Springfield office with Knapik and then followed it up with a public press conference.

Being a part of the Mass. Legislature for 22 years and more recently the Executive Director of the Westfield State Foundation, Knapik was introduced after Gov. Baker’s opening remarks.

“He knows to be an advocator for local and regional issues,” said Baker.

Knapik responded to the statements made by Gov. Baker.

“I’m very honored, I’m very humbled by his remarks and his praise,” said Knapik. “I look forward to the opportunity to work for him and the Lieutenant Governor down here in Springfield and throughout Western Massachusetts.”

After Knapik concludes his position at the Westfield State Foundation on July 1, he will start at the Springfield office on July 5, with a starting salary of $105,000.

The work for Knapik will start right away as Gov. Baker has already addressed the issues that need to be worked on.

“There’s a legislative agenda that the governor wants to move forward over the following three and a half weeks and so I want to be sure that I work with his team in Boston.”

Knapik has had a long list of experience leading the surrounding communities of Western Mass.

Besides leading the Westfield State Foundation, Knapik was on Westfield’s school committee from 1986 to 1990 and also served as a state senator from 1995 to 2013.

Knapik’s strong experience in education has been a positive aspect in his career.

See Knapik, Page 5

Governor Charlie Baker is introducing the new Director of the Western Massachusetts Office.

Finance Committee wraps up budget hearings

demand for outpatient cancer services is expected to grow by 26 percent.

“Pat and I have learned firsthand that Dr. Glynn and his physicians and staff are giving us what our community needs. Now, it is our turn. We are proud to help fund this important asset,” said David Johnson. In

By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – On Monday, June 27, the City Council will host a public hearing on the budget beginning at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

Members of the public are invited to come and weigh in on matters of importance to them regarding city services.

The Finance Committee would also like to give residents a chance to address the tax impact of the

By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – During the final budget hearing on Thursday evening, members of the Finance Committee met with the police department, fire department, information technology (IT) and emergency dispatch. Unlike Wednesday’s meeting, there seemed to be little opportunity to increase revenue or make changes in the budgets without impacting city services.

The police department, represented by Chief John Camerota and Captain Michael McCabe, which is the second largest in the city after the school department at $7,587,994, was asked by At-Large Councilor David Flaherty where there might be 2% room to decrease expenses or increase revenue.

“Year over year, we have increasing expenses. I don’t know where you’re going to get 2%,” said McCabe. He said the department has realized $120,000 in savings over the last three years in energy, fuel, technology and supplies.

“Many of our officers are used in other communities. We would love to train, but we have no facility, no parking,” said Chief Camerota.

Finance Committee chair Ward 5 Councilor Robert A.

See Westfield Couple, Page 3

See Residents Invited, Page 3

See Budget Hearings, Page 3

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Zombie dog? Coyote?

Mystery animal seen CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Police in New Hampshire say a macabre mammal spotted in a town cemetery is likely a mangy fox — not a “zombie dog” or mythical beast as some have speculated.

A photo taken this week by the Merrimack Police Chief Mark Doyle and posted on Facebook attracted much speculation about the nearly hairless brown animal with a long tail and square jaw. Many guessed it was a rabid coyote, or perhaps a chupacabra, a purported gargoyle-like creature that drains the blood of goats and other victims. Others suspected a hoax.

“I believe the correct name for this critter is Photoshopicus compositus,” one person joked.

Lt. Matthew Tarleton acknowledges the animal looks “like something out of a horror movie,” but said a game officer believes it is a fox afflicted with mange.

“It’s no mythical beast. It’s no exotic pet that escaped from someone’s condo and is now terrorizing the neighborhood.

It’s nothing like that at all,” he said. “It’s most likely a sick fox.”

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Friday, June 24, the 176th day of 2016. There are 190 days left in the year.

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n June 24, 1946, Fred M. Vinson was sworn in as the 13th chief justice of the United States, succeeding the late Harlan F. Stone.

ON THIS DATE: In 1509, Henry VIII was crowned king of England; his wife, Catherine of Aragon, was crowned queen consort.

In 1793, the first republican constitution in France was adopted.

In 1880, “O Canada,” the future Canadian national anthem, was first performed in Quebec City.

In 1908, Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th president of the United States, died in Princeton, New Jersey, at age 71.

In 1939, the Southeast Asian country Siam changed its name to Thailand. (It went back to being Siam in 1945, then became Thailand once again in 1949.)

In 1940, France signed an armistice with Italy during World War II. In 1948, Communist forces cut off all land and water routes between West Germany and West Berlin, prompting the western allies to organize the Berlin Airlift.

In 1964, AT&T inaugurated commercial “Picturephone” service between New York, Chicago and Wash-

ington, D.C. (the service, however, never caught on).

In 1968, “Resurrection City,” a shantytown constructed as part of the Poor People’s March on Washington, D.C., was closed down by authorities.

In 1975, 113 people were killed when Eastern Airlines Flight 66, a Boeing 727 carrying 124 people, crashed while attempting to land during a thunderstorm at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.

In 1983, the space shuttle Challenger — carrying America’s first woman in space, Sally K. Ride — coasted to a safe landing at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

In 1990, Health and Human Services Secretary Louis Sullivan was virtually drowned out by jeering demonstrators as he addressed the Sixth International AIDS conference in San Francisco.

TEN YEARS AGO: Patsy Ramsey, who had been thrust into the spotlight by the unsolved slaying of her daughter JonBenet, died in Roswell, Georgia, at age 49.

FIVE YEARS AGO:

A defiant U.S. House voted overwhelmingly to deny President Barack Obama the authority to wage war against Libya, but Republicans fell short in an effort to actually cut off funds for the operation. New York State legalized same-sex marriage. A truck-tractor hauling two side-dump trailers ran into a 12-car Amtrak passenger train at a crossing in the Nevada desert, killing

six people, including the truck driver.

ONE YEAR AGO: A federal judge in Boston formally sentenced Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to death for the 2013 terror attacks. Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley became the first southern governor to use his executive power to remove Confederate banners, as four flags with secessionist symbols were taken down from a large monument to rebel soldiers outside the state capitol in Montgomery. Pavin Smith homered and drove in three runs and Brandon Waddell turned in another strong College World Series pitching performance, leading Virginia over Vanderbilt 4-2 for the school’s first baseball national championship.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Rock singer Arthur Brown is 74. Actress Michele Lee is 74. Actor-director Georg Stanford Brown is 73. Rock musician Jeff Beck is 72. Rock singer Colin Blunstone (The Zombies) is 71. Musician Mick Fleetwood is 69.

Actor Peter Weller is 69. Rock musician John Illsley (Dire Straits) is 67. Actress Nancy Allen is 66. Reggae singer Derrick Simpson (Black Uhuru) is 66. Actor Joe Penny is 60. Reggae singer Astro (UB40) is 59. Singer-musician Andy McCluskey (Orchestral Manoevres in the Dark) is 57. Actor Iain Glen is 55. Rock singer Curt Smith is 55. Actress Danielle Spencer is 51. Actress Sherry Stringfield is 49. Singer Glenn Medeiros is 46. Actress Carla Gallo is 41. Actress-producer Mindy Kaling is 37. Actress Minka Kelly is 36. Actress Vanessa Ray (TV: “Blue Bloods”) is 35. Actress Candice Patton is 31. Actress Kaitlin Cullum is 30. Singer Solange Knowles is 30. Actor Max Ehrich is 25.

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It was Police Chief John Camerota and IT Manager Lenore Bernaste's turn to meet with the Finance Committee at the final budget hearing on Thursday. (Photo by Amy Porter)

Budget Hearings

Continued from Page 1 Paul, Sr. noted that the fire department is leave, one out on extended military leave, and building a new station with a training facility. the two unfilled positions.

He was referring to the Little River Road sub“When I go below 15, that’s when overtime station, funding for which was recently kicks in,” Regan said. approved by the City Council.

IT Manager Lenore Bernashe said her “If the fire department is willing, we’d love department’s budget is $23,000 lower than in to use it,” Camerota said.

2015, at $1,360,836. The department currentOther suggestions for training sites includ- ly has fourteen salaried employees and two ed Westfield Gas & Electric, and the old state hourly, all of whom received a 1% increase in hospital, suggested by resident Matthew salary this year. The department also has a Roman. part-time hourly employee position which While McCabe estimated the potential rev- saved 50% by employing an intern from the enue from training at $100,000 annually, Westfield Technical Academy.

Camerota was more conservative, putting it at Bernashe said her department is fully $10,000 after costs. staffed at present. IT covers the technology Camerota added that private funding for needs for the entire city, including the school, solar pedestrian signs is just about covered. fire and police departments. 56% of their Fire Chief Mary Regan said the most sig- hours are spent on the school department, she nificant change in her budget was moving said. overtime from the fire side into the ambulance “We take care of everything that has a cord side. She said everybody in the department is on it,” Bernashe said, adding that they also capable of serving on the ambulance team. cover the network that helps the buildings Regan said 77% of the work at the fire depart- communicate with each other.

“Knowing I’ve already cut it down 1.5%, ment is EMS related assisting with medical calls, a percentage that was calculated in a I’ve already squeezed it down quite a bit,” she said, in response to the question of where 2% state report from MassHealth last year.

Regan said there are currently two open in cuts might be made. She has $10,000 in the positions in the fire department. One is for a budget for replacement equipment, which she firefighter/paramedic to replace a captain that called “very, very little.” She said they try to retired, and one basic firefighter to replace address one-third of the computers in the city one injured on duty. She said she would like every year.

Public Safety Communications Director to see both filled in the next few months.

Last year, the fire department increased to John Medley presented the budget for emer15 firefighters plus one deputy chief and two gency dispatch, which is slightly more than captains per team, with four teams total. She last year’s budget at $735,310. Medley said said there were fewer injuries in the depart- that overtime accounts for some of the increase. One dispatcher who was hired this ment over the course of the year.

“Could be attributed to having more people year left “for greener pastures” after completon shift, and work being spread around,” ing training, one is out for training, and another on Family Medical Leave, leaving the Regan said.

Regan said she had an engine in the budget department short-handed. Medley said anoththis year, but the Mayor cut it. It was supposed er dispatcher was hired on Thursday.

Flaherty grilled Medley about taking on to be replaced last year and split between the two departments. It would have been on a dispatch services for surrounding communi5-year lease. The fire department has the third ties, which he said was the original plan when the City Council voted to create the emerlargest budget in the city at $5,706,320.

“We’ve been squeezed down as far as we gency dispatch centerat Barnes Municipal can go,” Regan said. She said if the depart- Airport in 2012.

Medley said there is no interest from surment could stop people from getting hurt, it would help. They have formed a group to rounding communities for consolidation, bring trainers in for back strengthening and because it is not cost effective, and they don’t preventing other injuries. She said she cur- want to lose local control. He said the state rently has nine firefighters out, including two has not gone forward with its plan for regioninjured while on duty, two others on medical al centers.

Residents Invited

Continued from Page 1 current budget. According to Ward 5 with comments and suggestions on each item.

“Everybody will have a chance to bring Councilor Robert A. Paul, Sr., who chairs the committee, the current budget as presented by their message,” Paul said.

Finance Committee members will consider Mayor Brian P. Sullivan assumes a $2.3 million increase in residential and commercial the public’s input during their final meeting on taxes in order to balance. It also contains Tuesday, June 28 at 6 p.m. in Room 315, at $500,000 revenue in hotel and meal taxes, and which time they will finalize their recommendations to the City Council. On Wednesday, $982,000 out of Free Cash.

The tax increase for residents with a June 29, they will present their recommenda$250,000 valuation on their homes will be tions to the full Council during a budget work$170, according to Finance Committee mem- shop, beginning at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers.

On Thursday, June 30, the City Council will ber and At-Large Councilor David Flaherty, who added that the budget is 3.5% over last hold a special meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers to vote on passage of the year.

The budget will be presented by department budget. If no vote on recommendations is at the hearing, and residents will have an passed at that meeting, the current budget will opportunity to briefly address the Council be finalized.

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addition to their bequest, the Johnsons have also sponsored two oncology suites as part of the recent expansion of the Sister Caritas Cancer Center.

“Pat and Dave Johnson are longtime supporters of the Sister Caritas Cancer Center and our efforts to bring hope and healing to the local community. We are grateful for their ongoing generosity as it furthers our ability to meet the needs of the people who turn to us for cancer care each year,” said Scott Wolf, DO, MPH, President, Mercy Medical Center and the Sisters of Providence Health System.

In addition to increasing treatment space, the $15 million expansion was designed to bolster the Sister Caritas Cancer Center’s already strong capabilities by enhancing communication among the oncology providers and facilitating ease of access to existing services. The design of the new infusion bays also increases privacy for patients, as well as for a supporting family member or friend.

To make a gift to Transforming Cancer Care – The Capital Campaign for the Sister Caritas Cancer Center, call 413-748-9920, or visit www.mercycares.com.

GOVERNMENT MEETINGS MONDAY, JUNE 27 TOLLAND Men’s Coffee at PSC Building at 7:45 am

CHESTER Selectmen’s Meeting at 6 pm The Board of Health meeting at 6 pm

SOUTHWICK Finance Committee at 6 pm Board of Appeals Public Hearing - 46 Will Palmer Rd at 7:15 pm

WESTFIELD City Council at 6 pm

BLANDFORD Selectmen’s Meeting at 7 pm Zoning Board Meeting at 7 pm

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needs to be put down very quickly,” Westfield Police Capt.

Michael McCabe, said.

McCabe said that the fire was suspicious, but there was no other information available on its origins beyond that.

The State Fire Marshal, Westfield Fire Department and Westfield Police Department are all investigating the blaze.

Lentini said that the property will be under the fire department’s control until the investigation is over.

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Uh Oh, the city council is thinking of implementing an “under the table” tax increase. If they vote to privatize the trash collection, that would remove the $700,000 line item from the city budget but guess who would then be responsible for paying the new private trash collection company the difference! That’s on top of their proposed 3.5% to 4% Real Estate tax increase and the proposed .7% (about $80@ year for the average family) meal tax. How about considering a 10% cut in the runaway school department budget, that black hole has a life of it’s own and it’s time to take back control.

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Charter Schools To the Editor, As the statewide debate over the expansion of charter schools continues and November’s ballot question to lift the existing cap on charter schools looms, it’s important to consider the impact of charter schools on Westfield.

This year alone, charter schools will siphon off $162,164 in funds that would otherwise stay in the Westfield Public Schools, and be used to improve learning for all students. If the charter school expansion ballot question passes, this number could grow to millions of dollars a year, as it has in many communities around the state. For students, this funding loss means larger class sizes, fewer enrichment courses such as music, art, and athletics, and other damaging cutbacks.

None of us should be surprised that after years of shrinking budgets, our local schools are failing to meet the needs of many of our students. A recent report by a school budget review commission found that Massachusetts is underfunding public education by at least $1 billion a year. The ability of our schools to provide students with more opportunities for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, and enrichment programs such as music, art, and athletics, is already threatened. And now, charter schools are taking more than $400 million in funds each year from our local school districts.

Part of the problem is that the state approves charter schools even when the communities where they will be located are opposed to them. This has happened in Brockton, Gloucester, and many other communities. Charter schools are not accountable to the local taxpayers who have to pay for them or the communities they serve. That’s wrong. Parents and taxpayers in Westfield should have the final say on what kind of schools we want.

Clearly, some of our schools are struggling, particularly in our urban areas. We should be committed to fixing them – not keep taking money away and giving it to charters which accept fewer English-language learners and kids with significant special needs. Expanding a two-track system of separate and unequal schools, where students with the most challenges remain in local district schools with fewer and fewer resources, is not consistent with our Massachusetts values.

The ballot question will allow charters to expand into areas where they don’t exist right now — anywhere in the state — taking millions away from successful neighborhood public schools and causing the elimination of programs, increases in class sizes, and other damaging cuts in the schools that most families choose. In Westfield, allowing charter schools to take more money away from our public school system will only hurt the majority of students. We need to fully fund our public school system before we consider spending more money on charter schools.

Sincerely, Kathryn Martin Chair, Westfield Democratic City Committee

Trump hails Brexit: ‘They took back their country’

By BEN SCHRECKINGER and ZOYA SHEFTALOVICH Politico.com TURNBERRY, Scotland — Donald Trump, the presumptive U.S. Republican presidential nominee, cheered Britain on Friday for voting to leave the European Union, saying “they took back their country.”

“They’re angry over borders. They’re angry over people coming into the country and taking over, and nobody even knows who they are,” Trump said in response to questions to reporters after his helicopter touched down here. “They’re angry about many, many things.”

The anger is widespread, he said, adding that “this will not be the last.”

Asked if the result bodes well for his campaign, Trump said: “We will see.”

“Basically, they took back their country,” he said. “That’s a great thing.”

In a statement posted on Facebook, Trump promised to retain close economic ties with Britain: “A Trump Administration pledges to strengthen our ties with a free and independent Britain, deepening our bonds in commerce, culture and mutual defense.”

Trump, who is visiting one of his golf courses in Scotland, has repeatedly backed Britain leaving the EU. “I would personally be more inclined to Leave, for a lot of reasons like having a lot less bureaucracy,” Trump told the Sunday Times earlier this week.

Trump had previously said the U.K. should leave the EU because migration “[had] been a terrible thing” for the country.

On Thursday, Trump’s spokesperson, Katrina Pierson, told Sky News: “America is here because of its own little Brexit.”

Leader of the United Kingdom Independence Party Nigel Farage reacts at the Leave.EU referendum party in central London.

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British voters just unleashed an economic and political tsunami And it’s headed for American shores.

By JOSEPH J. SCHATZ and BEN WHITE Politico.com LONDON — British voters didn’t just shock the world and the financial markets by voting to leave the European Union hours ago: They also ignored President Barack Obama, handed Hillary Clinton a potential economic burden and injected new energy into the populist currents roiling politics on both sides of the Atlantic.

The surprise 52 percent - 48 percent result in favor of leaving the European Union — which British networks projected just before 5 a.m. local time — came after a tense night of vote-counting throughout the United Kingdom. British Prime Minister David Cameron later announced he's resigning, citing a need for "fresh leadership." The British pound rose and fall rapidly as the anti-EU “Leave” movement piled up big margins in the northeast, swamping wins by the “Remain” camp in London, Birmingham and Scotland.

In addition to driving down the pound by nearly 10 percent, the vote slammed global markets, with shares in Asia down well over 3 percent in early trading. Futures markets also indicated a big swoon coming on Wall Street early Friday morning with shares expected to drop more than 3 percent. That would amount to a Dow drop of close to 600 points, a plunge frighteningly reminiscent of the 2008 financial crisis.

Market analysts struggled overnight to reckon with the potential global impact of the Brexit vote. "Massive institutional uncertainty is now being superimposed on economic fragility and financial fluidity," said Mohamed A. El-Erian, chief economic adviser at Allianz.

Look for lots of soothing statements Friday morning from the Bank of England and the European Central Bank, as well as heads of state, as leaders try to calm the financial markets and limit the damage from the vote.

But make no mistake: A Brexit represents nothing less than the partial splintering of the world’s largest political union and trading bloc — an $18 trillion economy. Many fear that other European countries will now hold their own exit referendums, leading to a chain reaction that will reverberate across the Atlantic. The Brexit vote could also break apart the UK, scramble transatlantic political unity amid growing tensions with Russia, and complicate U.S. trade ties.

It could even hit the U.S. economy, warned Harvard professor and former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers.

"The economy is more fragile to a negative shock than at anytime since the second World War," Summers told Politico.

"Always before when had a downturn there was room for monetary policy action to counteract that. Today there is essentially no such room."

In addition to volatility hitting U.S. markets, the surprise win for the Leave side is likely to ripple through the 2016 presidential campaign. The Brexit vote became largely a referendum on elites and immigration, the same themes likely Republican nominee Donald Trump has put at the center of his bid for the White House.

Trump, who spoke favorably of Brexit, applauded the U.K.'s decision to leave the EU Friday.

“They’re angry over borders. They’re angry over people coming into the country and taking over, and nobody even knows who they are,” Trump told reporters after his helicopter landed in Turnberry, Scotland. “They’re angry about many, many things.”

The result could also suggest that polls showing a lead for presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton are underestimating the extent to which voters across Western democracies are fed up with career politicians and concerned about Islamic terrorism and immigration. UK polls and online betting markets heading into the Brexit vote appeared to show a small but solid leave for Remain, similar to the leads Clinton holds in most U.S. surveys.

The larger issue for the Clinton campaign will be potential economic fallout from the UK's decision to leave the EU. Indeed, if the economic predictions leading up to Thursday’s vote turn out to be accurate, get ready for a Brexit-fueled economic slowdown that could bleed into the presidential race.

The U.S. economy grew just 0.8 percent in the first three months of 2016, and even President Obama acknowledges frustration with the pace of recovery, even as he embarks on a legacy-polishing campaign to change the narrative around his economic stewardship.

Clinton — who has at times distanced herself from her former boss’s economic record — is counting on the economy improving the rest of the year to help her hold the White House for Democrats for another term. And the U.S. Federal Reserve is largely out of ammunition to try and fight a fresh downturn.

A new recession, if it happens, could hand Trump a political gift — allowing him to bash Obama and by extension Clinton for driving the U.S. economy into a ditch. Never mind that Obama lobbied against a Brexit, and Trump recently said he “would personally be more inclined to leave, for a lot of reasons like having a lot less bureaucracy.”

But bad economic news could just as easily expose Trump’s lack of fluency with financial markets, reinforcing Clinton’s recent attacks on him as unfit to have his finger on America’s economic button.

The success of the “Leave” campaign represents a major failure for Cameron, who first called the referendum to satisfy anti-EU forces within his party and then tried unsuccessfully to persuade voters to stay in the EU. “The will of the British people is an instruction that must be delivered,” Cameron said while announcing his resignation, his voice cracking with emotion. “It was not a decision that was taken lightly, not least because so many things were said by so many different organizations about the significance of this decision. So there can be no doubt about the result.”

The vote will now trigger a two-year disentangling process where London and Brussels will negotiate the terms of a messy divorce. For U.S. companies that use the UK as a launching pad into Europe, the coming months will bring hard choices about whether to stay or go. While the U.K. will negotiate some sort of new trading arrangement with the European Union, the “Leave” vote almost certainly means that British access to the European single market will be severed — a huge problem for U.S. companies in England that serve the European market.

With the United Kingdom on the way out of the European Union, negotiations over a giant U.S.-EU trade accord known as the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) — already foundering — may be dead.

Regardless, Obama, and his successor, will face a difficult choice: Do they carry through on Obama’s warning in April that a Brexit would put the United Kingdom “at the back of the queue” for a new U.S. trade deal? Or do they cut a deal with the United Kingdom, as some Republicans have suggested in recent days?

Obama traveled to London in April at Cameron’s request to urge the Brits to vote “Remain” and argued that Britain is more influential inside the EU, and a more valuable partner for the United States. Now, administration officials and congressional leaders will be forced to reconsider, again, whether the U.S.-UK special relationship is as important as it once was.

Indeed, while U.K. “Leave” leaders like Nigel Farage were proclaiming Britain’s “Independence day” by early Friday, Richard Haas, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, tweeted: “If #Brexit happens, June 23 will not be remembered as Britain's Independence Day but as the beginning of the end of the U.K.” Moreover, Britain’s decision to leave weakens Europe as a whole at a time when Russian President Vladimir Putin, eager to get his country out from under Western sanctions, is trying to poke holes in the European Union and weaken transatlantic unity.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said earlier this week that he can understand British concerns about over-regulation from Brussels. “But,” he told POLITICO, “I think Putin is licking his chops at the breakup of the European Union.”

Benjamin Oreskes contributed.

Political Notebook Westfield Democratic City Committee WESTFIELD — The Westfield Democratic City Committee held its state required reorganization meeting recently. Voted as new Chair was Kathryn Martin, Vice-Chair Patrick McGinn, Secretary Estelle Streeter, Treasurer Annette Kazlauskas and Affirmative Action and Outreach Coordinator Mark Hanrahan.

Meetings are held each second Thursday of the month at 7pm in the Dolan-Ely apartment complex community center.

Persons interested in the Democratic Party are urged to attend.

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Obituaries http://thewestfieldnews.com/category/obituaries William J. Pieczarka SOUTHWICK – William John Pieczarka (known by friends as Johnny) age 97 passed away Sunday June 19, 2016.

Born 1919 in Southwick, MA to John and Kathryn Pieczarka, Johnny was one of twelve children. He took responsibility at an early age helping manage the family farm.

With his wife Jeannette (Brochu 2013) they started their own nursery, market garden and poultry farm called “Fuss-n-Feathers” in Southwick. There they raised three children: David Pieczarka of NY, Donna Mussmann of PA and Joan Bannish of Southwick. Johnny will always be remembered for his ability to master any trade, and his capability to execute tasks to perfection. He grew the finest vegetables, and flowers by day, and enjoyed playing pitch, listening to polkas, and playing his harmonica for his family by night. Family and friends are asked to gather at Saturday, June 25, 2016, 10AM with a Funeral Home Service at 11AM at the WESTFIELD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION, 4 Princeton Street, Westfield, MA. The burial will be private for the family.

Westfield Funeral Home and Cremation has been entrusted with these arrangements.

Alberta C. LaPorte Waynesville, NC – Alberta C. LaPorte passed away peacefully on March 31, 2016 at the age of 83.

Alberta was a long-time resident of Russell Mountain and later resided in Ormond Beach Florida and North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Kenneth LaPorte, and one sister, Ellie.

Alberta is survived by her son, Kenneth LaPorte, and his wife, Deb; a grandson, Vince, all of Waynesville, North Carolina; and a sister, Gail Yarmesky, of Westfield, Masschuesetts.

A memorial service will be held on at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Westfield, Massachusetts.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Haywood Healthcare Foundation, c/o The Homestead (Hospice in memo line), 127 Sunset Ridge Road, Clyde, NC 28721.

An on-line memorial register is available at “Obituaries” at “www.wellsfuneralhome.com”

Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Tuesday, June 7, 2016 9:14 a.m.: Larceny, Noble Avenue. A resident claimed that someone broke into their home and stole jewelry and cash. No other information available or arrests were made.

10:49 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, Shaker Road. A vehicle reportedly crashed into a fire hydrant, which resulted in a completely sheared off hydrant. The driver reportedly attempted to avoid a bicyclist that cut in front of them, and then swerved into the fire hydrant. No injuries were reported.

4:26 p.m.: Assault, St. Paul Street. A woman reported to police that her minor child was “jumped,” resulting in several injuries. No arrests were made.

4:38 p.m.: Identity fraud, walk-in to the police department.

A person reported to police that they had business checks stolen and that people were attempting to cash them. Police reported “a couple hundred dollars” worth of checks were cashed already. No arrests were made at the time of the report.

5:57 p.m.: Larceny, Riverside Drive. A person reported that the license plate on her trailer was stolen. There were no suspects reported and police had no arrests at the time.

Court Logs Westfield District Court Monday, June 20, 2016 Jessica L. Seibold, 29, of 52 South Maple St., Westfield, Mass., had a charge of larceny of $250 dismissed due to lack of witnesses, brought by the Westfield Police.

Christopher Mccracken, 28, of 21 East Bartlett St., Westfield, Mass., was released on personal recognizance pending an Aug. 25 hearing after being arraigned on a charge of operating a motor vehicle with a license suspended, brought by the Westfield Police.

Jesse M. McClenahan, 33, of 35 Brookline St., Westfield, Mass., was released in lieu of $100 cash bail pending an Aug. 9 hearing after being arraigned on charges of assault and battery on a police officer, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct, brought by the Westfield Police. Previously reported by Westfield News.

Timothy J. Haaga, 38, of 324 Lancaster Ave., West Springfield, Mass., was released on personal recognizance pending an Aug. 23 hearing after being arraigned on a charge of operating a motor vehicle with the registration suspended, brought by the Westfield Police.

Victoria Feliciano, 23, of 395 Main St., in Holyoke, Mass., was released on personal recognizance pending an Aug. 12 hearing after being arraigned on a charge of operating a motor vehicle with a license suspended, brought by the Westfield Police.

Jonathan L. Westbrook, 26, of 76 Davis Road, Southwick, Mass., was held in lieu of $500 bail pending a July 14 hearing after being arraigned on charges of two counts of uttering a false check, larceny of $250 and attempt to commit a crime, brought by the Westfield Police.

Jerry Lee Cleveland CORRYTON, TN – Jerry Lee Cleveland, 71, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 17, 2016. Jerry was born on April 20, 1945, in Cheboygan, Michigan to Grover and Virginia Cleveland. He graduated from Brandon High School in Ortonville, Michigan, and then entered the Armed Forces for a period of three years. His service included one year in Vietnam.

Jerry married his high school sweetheart, Rosemary Allen, on May 26, 1966, in Ortonville, Michigan. They just celebrated their 50-year anniversary. Jerry surrendered his life to the Lord at a missions conference in 1972 and then enrolled at Midwestern Baptist College the following fall to prepare for the ministry. After graduation he served as an associate pastor for one year in Pontiac, Michigan, and then in 1978 he moved his family to Westfield, MA to start the Pioneer Valley Baptist Church where he pastored for 32 years. His life and ministry impacted many people. He was a devoted pastor to his church and loved his God. Jerry was diagnosed with cancer in 2008 and three years later, after much prayer, he stepped down from pastoring and retired to the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Those left to honor his memory are his wife of 50 years and the love of his life, Rosemary; his children, Jeff and wife Kat; Angi and husband Craig; Darci and husband Danny; Jeremy and wife Wendy; his grandchildren, Sara, Chandler, Tyler, Kiersten, Kaitlyn, Ran, Addli, Breccan, and Eleanor; his step-dad, Larry; his sisters Arlene and Anna, and his brothers Milton and Evert.

Visitation will be from 5-7pm. at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home, Knoxville. A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 10:30am. on Friday, June 24th at the Halls Baptist Church, Knoxville. Pastors Timothy Gupton, Tom Crichton and Eric Tharp will officiate. Burial will follow at Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville.

Pioneer Valley Baptist Church in Westfield, Massachusetts will hold a memorial service for Mr. Cleveland, July 11, 2016 at 10:00am.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be sent to the Halls Baptist Church Building Fund at 7747 Andersonville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37938.

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Lost cat Small grey cat with white tuxedo markings. Answers to Lucy. Ill, needs medicine.

Lost in the vicinity of Day Ave. and W. Silver St. Call 568-8838.

Bear in a backyard on Barbara Street. (Photo by Laurie Maratea)

Bears

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and the National Park Service suggest making loud noises to startle them away.

“A lot of times if you’re just loud they’re going to see you before you see them, so they should just scurry away,” Charette said. “They want nothing to really do with us.”

If this does not work and the bear continues to approach or does not leave, the Park Service recommends standing your ground, while also raising your arms and staying calm, so that way you appear larger to the animal and do not provoke an attack.

Also, according to the Park Service, talking in a deep, calm voice will help the bear recognize you as human, which will lessen the likelihood of an attack.

For more information regarding what to do in a bear encounter, visit the Park Service webpage titled “Staying Safe around Bears.”

And if you see a bear, call the Westfield Animal Control Center at (413)564-3129.

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“I came to really appreciate the important role that education plays in the lives of our citizens,” said Knapik.

Gov. Baker and Knapik have worked with each other in the past. When Knapik served in the legislature, Gov. Baker was in Public Human Services in the state as well as Administration and Finances.

“We just touched over the years and have always considered him to be a class act,” said Baker.

As western Mass. is made up of several small towns and cities, Knapik has been able to serve towards a number of communities. Knapik has helped with cities like Holyoke and also rural and low-population towns like Tolland.

Knapik is determined to use the success in the many communities of western Mass. and translate that back to Gov. Baker.

“The more unified we can communicate a message and really help communicate that to Boston,” said Knapik. “I think the citizens will be well served.”

Ex-school counselor cleared of sex assault charges is sued SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — A former counselor at a Berkshire County school who was acquitted of sexually assaulting several elementary-school-age girls is now facing a lawsuit from one of his accusers.

The Republican newspaper reports that the woman’s federal lawsuit names Scott Muir and the Berkshire Hills Regional School District as defendants. The suit makes a civil claim of assault and battery against Muir and alleges negligence, Title IX violations and sexual harassment on the part of the school.

Prosecutors alleged that Muir molested five girls from 2003 to 2006 while he worked as a student support center coordinator at the Stockbridge Plain School. He denied the allegations and was found not guilty of all 19 counts in 2012.

Efforts to reach Muir were unsuccessful and the school district did not return a call for comment.

2016 Budget Hearing schedule Departments to be reviewed Monday June 27 Room: Council Chamber 6:00PM Special Council Meeting: PUBLIC HEARING RE: BUDGET Tuesday June 28 Room: 315 6 p.m. Final Finance Committee meeting RE: Budget Wednesday June 29 Room: Council Chamber 7 p.m.

Special Council Meeting: Budget Workshop/ Committee of the Whole Thursday June 30 Room: Council Chamber 7 p.m.

Special Council Meeting: Passage of the Budget

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Right at Home: wallpapers that take you on a trip

By KIM COOK Associated Press Wallpaper goes in and out of fashion. Right now, it’s enjoying an “in” moment.

There are wildly creative designs coming out of studios all over the world. Some of the best take us on a journey to far-flung places both real and imagined.

Londoner Nina Campbell’s new Fontibre collection for Osborne & Little is inspired by the travels of of her great uncle, watercolorist Robert Hello Hutchinson Keightley. Her design Keightley’s Folio is a gallery of his small landscape paintings, punctuated by little rosettes. Barbary Toile depicts a troupe of mischievous monkeys gamboling around the Rock of Gibraltar. (www.osborneandlittle.com) Matthew Williamson, also of London, found inspiration for his new collections in pre-revolutionary Cuba and the Amazon. Tropical motifs meet lush colors in wallpapers that are vibrant and evocative.

Flamingo Club has a retro feel, with pale pink flamingos strutting among orchids and ferns against a turquoise background. A summer trip to Costa Rica led to the creation of Williamson’s Arici paper, on which playful parrots perch and swoop, their brightly hued wings brushed with gold. Slinky big cats prowl through a forest of peacock feathers on Leopardo, a print with a ‘70s vibe.

“I usually reference leopards when I’m looking to create a print that feels powerful, dynamic and full of energy,” Williamson says. “The print is a little bit wild — just like the animal itself.” (www.matthewwilliamson.com ) Beastie Boy band member Mike Diamond and designer Vincent Ficarra of the company Revolver New York This undated image provided by Elli Popp shows wallpaper created by artist Katje collaborated on a design for Flavor Behre. Behre creates ethereal wallpaper designs for her Elli Popp studio that take Paper called Brooklyn Toile. It incorone on a fantastic journey to imaginative, faraway places. She's inspired by the sto- porates Diamond’s favorite memories ries of Jules Verne as well the countryside, space and vintage photography. (Elli Popp of Brooklyn, featuring vignettes of via AP) Coney Island, the elevated subway, stroller moms and rap artist Notorious B.I.G. (www.flavorpaper.com ) The Australian company Milton and King’s Funky collection of wallpapers depicts city life around the world, in far from conventional ways. Cheeky, colorful illustrations give us a sky-top view of giant robots battling between Tokyo’s skyscrapers; discos and firemen’s cookouts light up the streets of New York City; imps ride the London

This undated photo provided by Osborne and Little shows wallpaper created by Londoner Nina Campbell. Campbell's new Fontibre collection for Osborne & Little is inspired by the travels of her great uncle, who was an accomplished watercolorist. Campbell's Fontibre pattern, shown here, is named after the source of the River Ebro in the Iberian Peninsula and features an arrangement of stylized painted foliage. (Simon Brown/Osborne and Little via AP) Eye. (www.miltonandking.com ) German designer Katja Behre, based in London, takes us in a different direction: a dream-like journey into surreal worlds.

In a color palette that blends moody blues and grays with bronze and starlight, the wallpapers are playful and evocative.

In Les Voyages Fantastiques and La Terre a La Lune, characters in vintage photographs find themselves on faraway worlds, leaping from rocky promontories or boating on celestial seas.

Behre says she and her design team were captivated by Jules Verne’s stories.

“Tales of journeys through space, or deep into the center of the earth. We’re inspired by turn-of-the-century scientific discoveries and travels, as well as other worlds and the cosmos,” she says. (www.ellipopp.co.uk ) Finally, at Anthropologie, Louisianan artist Rebecca Rebouche brings us into her Enchanted Forest. It’s a whimsical wood where butterflies are the same size as hot air balloons, trees don party hats, and seahorses have tea on a sunken sailing ship. Wonderland’s Alice would love it on her wall. (www.anthropologie.com )

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This undated image provided by Elli Popp shows wallpaper created by artist Katje Behre. Behre creates ethereal wallpaper designs for her Elli Popp studio that take one on a fantastic journey to imaginative, faraway places. She's inspired by the stories of Jules Verne as well the countryside, space and vintage photography. (Elli Popp

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By PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Long-term U.S. mortgage rates rose this week but remain at levels low enough to boost home sales in the spring buying season.

Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac says the average 30-year fixedrate mortgage edged up to 3.56 percent from a 52-week low of 3.54 percent last week. The rate is down from 4.02 percent a year ago.

The average rate on the 15-year fixed rate mortgage also rose — to 2.83 percent from a 52-week low of 2.81 percent. A year ago, the 15-year rate stood at 3.21 percent.

Worries about the global economy — and specifically that the United Kingdom might vote Thursday to leave the European Union — have sent investors scurrying to the relative safety of U.S. Treasury bonds. Their purchases have driven rates lower. And longterm mortgage rates track the yield on 10-year Treasury notes.

Last week, the Federal Reserve decided to keep shortterm rates unchanged at 0.25 percent to 0.50 percent.

“The low rates continue to be good news for the housing market,” said Sean Becketti, chief economist at Freddie Mac. The National Association of Realtors reported Wednesday that sales of existing homes rose in May to the highest level since February 2007. But the Commerce Department reported Thursday that new-home sales dropped 6 percent in May, though they are up 6.4 percent so far this year.

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U.S. new-home sales tumbled in May

By JOSH BOAK AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans pulled back from buying new homes in May, reversing strong gains made in April as sales fell sharply in the Northeast and West.

New-home sales declined 6 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted rate of 551,000 from a downwardly revised 586,000 in April, the Commerce Department said Thursday. Still, sales are 6.4 percent higher year-to-date.

Job growth and ultra-low mortgage rates have helped drive the increase, though the data can be volatile from month to month and across regions.

New-home sales have rebounded from the depths of the housing bust, though builders have focused on the upper echelon of buyers. The shift to the luxury market means that fewer new homes are being built, but the new homes are typically selling for higher prices.

May’s median sales price was up 1 percent from a year ago to $290,400. That figure would likely have been higher if not for the steep monthly declines in the pricier Northeast and Western regions.

Northeast sales slumped 33 percent from April to May while the West suffered a 15.6

In this Wednesday, May 18, 2016, file photo, a "Sold" sign rests in front of a house under construction, in Walpole, Mass. On Thursday, June 22, 2016, 2016, the Commerce Department reports on sales of new homes in May. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File) percent decline. Sales barely slipped in the South but improved 12.9 percent in the traditionally affordable Midwest.

Higher price points generally help boost builders’ profit margins. But they also mean marketing to a smaller pool of potential buyers and constructing fewer homes.

Despite recent gains in newhome sales, the current rate lags behind the historical

average of roughly 650,000 a year.

Nor has construction necessarily relieved supply pressures. Fewer existing homes have come onto the market.

Sales of existing homes reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.53 million, the best since early 2007. Yet the number of listings has sunk 5.7 percent from a year ago, meaning

that prices are rising as homebuyers face fewer options.

Some buyers have been able to handle those price gains thanks to low mortgage rates. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 3.54 percent last week from 4 percent a year ago.

Exhibit combines Impressionist gardens and paintings

By KATHERINE ROTH Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Many American painters, inspired by French Impressionists at the turn of the 20th century, flocked from East Coast cities to sun-dappled garden havens in places like Appledore, Maine; Old Lyme, Connecticut; and Long Island's East End. The gardens they sought, known as "grandmother's gardens," were utterly unlike the formal Victorian gardens of the time. These were homey, Colonial-era flower gardens, densely packed with bright and abundant blooms — red and orange poppies and enormous peonies in pastel pinks and purples set against backdrops of towering blue delphinium, digitalis with their tiny bell-shaped white and purple blooms, and yellow sunflowers. The delicate foreground might include violas, calendulas and violet sage.

Grandmother's gardens were designed so that no matter what season, something was always blossoming and bright, with blooms planted close to houses and porches to encourage lingering, touching, tinkering and inhaling.

"Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas" is a multidisciplinary show at the New York Botanical Garden, in the Bronx, through Sept. 11. Along with flowers, it includes paintings — 20 Impressionist paintings inspired by such gardens.

Most of the artworks will travel next to the Taubman Museum of Art in Roanoke, Virginia, where they will be on view from Feb. 17 to May 14, 2017.

Artists featured in the New York Botanical Garden's Rotunda gallery include William Merritt Chase, Childe Hassam and John Singer Sargent among others. Some of them gardened, and all were known for their skill at painting outdoors and for bold, painterly brushstrokes.

"The positive reception of Impressionism in the United States coincided with a burgeoning garden culture, and these interpretations of well-tended residential gardens resonated with American ideas of the good life," said guest curator Linda S. Ferber, a senior art historian at the New-York Historical Society.

The paintings are easy on the eyes, she said: "Americans have always had a sweet spot for landscape, which carries many messages about national and cultural identity. Here, we can see how deeply enmeshed in the American psyche gardening was."

Impressionism was considered edgy in its day, which was the same era when the New York Botanical Garden, now celebrating its 125th anniversary, was founded, along with some

This undated photo provided by the New York Botanical Garden shows a Colonial-era style garden, "grandmother's garden," planted around the facade of a house inside the Botanical Garden's Enid A. Haupt Conservatory in New York. The garden was the type favored by American Impressionist painters. It is part of an exhibit at the Botanical Garden titled "Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas," and runs through Sept. 11, 2016.

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of the East Coast's most famous parks, museums and gardens.

The paintings, gardens and optimistic, public-minded spirit of the time are captured in two books published to coincide with the show: "Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas" (New York Botanical Garden, 2016), about the featured painters and paintings; and "The New York Botanical Garden" (Abrams, 2016), about the garden's history.

Preparing for the show involved training a dizzying array of flowers to bloom all at once for maximum impact. That took much of the past three years, numerous greenhouses and the garden's enormous team of experts, who grew and trained around 50,000 plants for the exhibit.

"In real life, you would never see all these flowers blooming at the same time. It's a living work of art, an ideal garden in perpetuity. So don't try this at home," said Todd A. Forrest, the garden's vice president for horticulture and living collections. "And many are flowering off-season, so don't expect to see them in the shop."

Once a week, whole sections of the garden are replaced, if needed, so the display continues to looks perfect.

"The result is that if you squint, you should be able to see a living Impressionist garden," Forrest said.

To put the grandmother's garden in context, much of the exhibit is nestled around a model porch, the type of architecture often included in the backdrop of American Impressionist paintings.

"We invented an Impressionist garden from whole cloth — intimate, comfortable and colorful, so that walking through the doors it evokes the brilliance and boldness featured in so many Impressionist gardens," explained Forrest.

The exhibit is accompanied by a program of poetry, lectures, tours, music, dance and even an "1891 Ale House," offering snacks and drinks in keeping with the era.

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Water Chestnut Removal Project At the Brickyard Ponds – Corner of Root Rd & North Rd WESTFIELD — Water Chestnut is an invasive aquatic plant known to completely cover shallow lakes and coves, spoiling wildlife habitat and recreational activities. Luckily, it’s is easy to identify and pull out. Each summer, conservation groups and volunteers have been diligently removing this plant where it’s found in the Connecticut River watershed. As we prevent seeding, patches get smaller each year and sometimes even disappear!

Come help reclaim the historic Brickyard area!

• Volunteers will be in canoes hand pulling plants.

• Ages 12 and up • Volunteers are required to sign a waiver to participate.

• Limited seats (canoes) so pre-registration is needed.

• You may sign up for one or more days!

• Bring water proof boots, water and a lunch.

• Sundays June 26, August 7 & August 21, from 9:30 am to 2 pm To pre-register, please contact: Cynthia_Boettner@fws.gov (preferred) or call 413-548-8002 ext. 8115. ­­­——— Sponsored by: Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge and The Westfield Conservation Commission

Delphiniums are a worthwhile challenge

By LEE REICH Associated Press My delphiniums are now in all their stately glory, the 5-foot, blue spires reaching for the sky as they guard the gate to my vegetable garden.

I have to admit that besides their beauty, I also enjoy growing delphiniums to show off. On the one hand, they are not hard to start from seed, and seedlings bloom quickly, often in their first season if started early enough. On the other hand, growing delphiniums to perfection is one barometer of a gardener’s skill.

Years ago, when I first grew delphiniums from seed, I went through all the machinations suggested in gardening books for ensuring good germination. Fresh seed was said to be a must.

The seed was also said to have a cold requirement before it would sprout, and the suggestion usually offered was to make ice cubes with the seeds in them, then leave the cubes in the freezer for a few weeks. This directive always struck me as odd because it is refrigerator temperatures, not freezer temperatures, that generally snap seeds out of dormancy. Still, I followed the directions and wound up with a bevy of delphinium seedlings that grew into a forest of blue spires.

GOOD SOIL IS A MUST Delphiniums thrive only in soil that is very fertile, very moist and very well-drained. You can’t just sprinkle some 10-10-10 on the ground and expect bragging rights for your delphiniums.

The best way to get that very rich, moist and well-drained soil is to use compost, and plenty of it. My best delphiniums grew where one of my compost bins had been for the previous seven years.

Compost does only so much as far as retaining moisture, though. In a dry summer, delphiniums in any soil need regular watering. Unlike perennials such as coneflower, liatrus and coreopsis, which thrive in lean, dry soils, delphiniums need coddling. My delphiniums drink water from the drip irrigation line in the vegetable garden on the other side of the fence.

A PERENNIAL NOT FOREVER Even with coddling, delphiniums are usually short-lived for perennials. No matter how well you treat them, they lose steam after a few years. How long depends on how well you treat them, which you can control, and on the weather, which you can’t control.

Hot summer nights favor their demise, and wet winters sometimes cause them to rot. That’s why delphiniums thrive in British gardens and, in America, in northern regions and along the Northwest and Northeast coasts.

Don’t try to keep delphiniums cool by putting their heads in too much shade; they tolerate some shade but generally like full sun best.

If you really love delphiniums, have some replacement plants ready for when older ones expire. Older plants can be — should be, eventually — divided, or new ones can be started from seed.

These days, I’m not nearly so fastidious about sowing delphinium seeds as I once was. I just shake out seeds from a reasonably fresh packet and sow them without any special treatment. Occasionally my delphiniums self-sow. I keep my eyes out for these tiny “volunteers” and then transplant them to where I want tall, blue spires.

No need to pine away for the blue spires once this bloom

This undated photo taken in New Paltz, N.Y., shows blue delphinium spires, in background, nestled in amongst blue bachelor buttons, and even a blue-handled faucet in the foreground. (Lee Reich via AP) season passes: If the stalks with spent blossoms are cut back to the bottom whorl of leaves, new flower stalks will spring forth that should bloom again later this season.

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Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden hosts their Annual Musical Moments Concert Series 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, starting 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 Arena. Below is the schedule for this year: June 28 Diversion Band Classic Rock July 5 Music by Duane Carlson 50’s to Today July 12 Agawam Melody Band 30’s & 40’s Favorites July 19 Richie Mitnick & The Sound of Music Singers Favorites 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 Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden is located at 21 South Broad Street, Westfield, MA. For more information, log on to www.ameliaparkice.org.

The 39th Annual Westfield Pancake Breakfast WESTFIELD — The 39th annual Pancake Breakfast will be held in Westfield on Thursday July 14th from 7-11am (rain or shine!) at South Middle School located at 30 West Silver St. Ticket prices are $6 for adults; $5 for seniors; $3 for kids 12 & under. Come see a Westfield Fire Department fire engine, get your face painted, jump in the bounce house, listen to the music, and more! Vendors and volunteers are needed. Please contact the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce at 413-568-1618 for more information.

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60th ANNUAL JULY 4th PARADE Starts at 10:00 A.M. Sharp Monday, July 4, 2016 Parade begins at the Hampton Ponds Plaza, North Rd. (Route 202), Westfield, and ends at the Hampton Ponds Association Hall, North Rd., on the Corner of Old Stage Road Sponsored by the Hampton Ponds Association

Kids Independence Day Bike Ride WESTFIELD — Families and friends come join us in your red, white, and blue in celebration of Independence Day on Saturday, June 25th. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the bike ride starts at 10 a.m. The event begins at the Columbia Greenway parking lot at Shaker Farms and goes to Sam West Road and back. Kids decorate your bikes for fun and prizes. There is ice cream for all who participate compliments of Moolicious Farm. There is also free face painting, bubbles, and spin art in celebration of July Fourth. The event is sponsored by Friends of the Southwick Rail Trail and Friends of the Columbia Greenway.

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SPORTS

Monster victory

By CHRIS PUTZ Staff Writer BELCHERTOWN – The Westfield Little League Baseball American 11-12-Year-Old All-Stars fell behind by a field goal but touched down on the road against Belchertown in a major way at mini-Fenway.

Westfield American rallied from a 3-0 deficit to defeat host Belchertown, 8-4, in a District 2 opening round tournament game Thursday night.

Jeremy McCormick (3-for-4) provided the pop at the plate, powering Westfield American ahead with a two-run double for a 5-3 lead in the fourth inning, and blasting a towering two-run homer to rightcenter field in the sixth for a five-run advantage.

“I was just trying to put the ball in play – I ended up hitting it out,” McCormick said of the long ball. “I think that third inning got us going, and then we just kept going from there.”

Belchertown came out fired up from the outset in front of a large home crowd. Lead-off batter Tyler McDonald reached on an infield error, and Andrew Fijal followed with a two-run homer. Gina Camerota singled, advanced on a wild pitch, and scored on a Matt Tilton RBI single.

Belchertown’s batters nor the Green Monster could shake the confidence of Westfield American starting pitcher Troy Hevey.

Hevey settled down, settled in, and took control.

“We were a little afraid at the first inning, but then we started to get comfy and we started to hit the ball and make good plays,” Hevey said.

After Belchertown took a 3-0 lead in the first, Hevey got out of the inning without further damage by forcing two straight groundouts and a K. He went on to retire 13 of the next 14 batters, and allowed just one more run the rest of the way, a harmless run scoring hit in the sixth.

Westfield American made several solid plays on defense, including a nice stop by Ryan LaPoint at second base to prevent two runs from scoring with a throw to first base for the final out of the fifth inning.

Hevey managed to beat the maximum pitch count by one pitch before facing the final batter of the game. He finished with seven strikeouts.

“I couldn’t have pitched the whole game if my team didn’t hit good,” Hevey said.

The hitting was more than good – it was exceptional.

Colby Nadeau (3-for-4, double, 2 runs, 2 RBIs), Aidan King (4-for4, run), Noah Gardner (2-for-2, RBI), and Bobby DellaPenna – who stretched a double into a triple with some fancy footwork getting out of a pickle, and eventually scored – also contributed to Westfield American’s offensive outburst.

Teammates swarm Westfield American’s Jeremy McCormick after McCormick blasted a two-run home run Thursday night in Belchertown. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American’s Aidan King takes a lead at second base. (Photo by Chris Putz)

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Westfield American outfielder Colby Nadeau stands out in front of mini-Fenway’s Green Monster Thursday night in Belchertown. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Westfield American pitcher Troy Hevey follows through with a pitch in Thursday’s Little League Baseball District 2 All-Stars opener at mini-Fenway in Belchertown. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Another run, another high five for Westfield American. (Photo by

Colby Nadeau slides in safely for the first Westfield American run in the top of the third inning. (Photo by Chris Putz)

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SUMMER SPORTS SCHEDULES Friday, June 24 BABE RUTH BASEBALL AMANTI CUP PLAYOFFS Game 9 @ Bullens Field, 7 p.m.

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield Juniors at Agawam, 5:30 p.m.

Westfield American (10-11-Year-Olds) at Agawam, 6 p.m.

Westfield National (10-11-Year-Olds at Easthampton, 6 p.m.

Westfield American (9-10-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 5:45 p.m.

Gateway (9-10-Year-Olds) vs. Easthampton, 6 p.m.

Westfield Seniors at Agawam, Time TBA AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 at Easthampton, Daley Field, 5:45 p.m.

Saturday, July 2 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (10-11-Year-Olds) vs. Agawam, Papermill Field, 1 p.m.

Westfield American (9-10-Year-Olds) at Westfield National, Papermill Field, 10 a.m.

Gateway (9-10-Year-Olds) at Amherst, 1 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 at Aldenville, Szot Park (Chicopee), 11 a.m.

Monday, July 4 No Sports Scheduled

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) at Longmeadow, 10 a.m.

Westfield American (11-12-Year-Olds) at Agawam, noon

Tuesday, July 5 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 JUNIORS CHAMPIONSHIP Teams TBD DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) at Gateway, 6 p.m.

Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) at Belchertown, 7:30 p.m.

Westfield American (11-12-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 5:45 p.m.

Westfield American (9-10-Year-Olds) vs. Agawam, Ralph E. Sanville Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

Westfield National (9-10-Year-Olds) at Belchertown, 5:30 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 vs. Longmeadow, Jachym Field, 1 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 at Northampton, Aracanum Field, 5:45 p.m.

Sunday, June 26 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield Juniors vs. Northampton, Hampton Ponds Field, 11 a.m.

Westfield American (10-11-Year-Olds) vs. Longmeadow, Ralph E. Sanville Memorial Field (Cross Street), 12:30 p.m.

Westfield National (9-10-Year-Olds) vs. Agawam, Papermill Field, 12:30 p.m.

Gateway (9-10-Year-Olds) at Northampton, 5:45 p.m.

Wednesday, July 6 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL SENIOR SECTIONALS Teams TBD

Saturday, June 25 BABE RUTH BASEBALL AMANTI CUP PLAYOFFS CHAMPIONSHIP at Bullens Field, 5 p.m./7 p.m. (If necessary)

Monday, June 27 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield American (11-12-Year-Olds) vs. Longmeadow, Ralph E. Sanville Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) vs. Southampton, Papermill Field, 6 p.m.

Westfield Seniors vs. Agawam, 5:30 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 vs. Agawam, Jachym Field, 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, June 28 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (10-11-Year-Olds) at Longmeadow, 6 p.m.

Westield American (10-11-Year-Olds) vs. Easthampton, Ralph E. Sanville Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

DISTRICT 2 SEMIFINALS (10-11-Year-Olds) Teams/Sites TBD, 6 p.m.

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 SECTIONAL Westfield Seniors vs. District 5, Site/Time TBA LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL Westfield (9-10-Year-Olds) vs. Easthampton, Sadie Knox AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 at Pittsfield, Clapp Field, 5:45 p.m.

Thursday, July 7 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) at Westfield American, Ralph E. Sanville Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

Gateway (7-9-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 5:45 p.m.

Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) at Agawam, 6 p.m.

Friday, July 8 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 SEMIFINALS (9-10-Year-Olds) Teams/Sites TBD, 6 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 vs. West Springfield, Jachym Field, 5:45 p.m.

Wednesday, June 29 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) at Amherst, 6 p.m.

Westfield American (11-12-Year-Olds) at Easthampton, 6 p.m.

Westfield National (9-10-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 5:45 p.m.

Westfield American (9-10-Year-Olds) at Easthampton, 6 p.m.

Westfield Seniors at Agawam, 5:30 p.m.

Westfield Juniors at Northampton, 5:30 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL Westfield Post 124 vs. Greenfield, Bullens Field, 7 p.m.

Thursday, June 30 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield American (10-11-Year-Olds) at Westfield National, Papermill Field, 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 9 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 CHAMPIONSHIP (10-11-Year-Olds) Teams/Site/Time TBD DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Gateway (7-9-Year-Olds) vs. Belchertown, 10 a.m.

SECTIONAL TOURNAMENT District 2 Juniors Winner at District 8, Site/Time TBD LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL Westfield (9-10-Year-Olds) at Easthampton, Sadie Know Sunday, July 10 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 10 a.m.

DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT (11-12-Year-Olds) No. 4 seed at No. 1 seed No. 3 seed at No. 2 seed JUNIORS SECTIONAL Teams TBD

Friday, July 1 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield Juniors at Northampton, 5:30 p.m.

Westfield American (11-12-Year-Olds) vs. Amherst, Ralph E. Sanville Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) vs. Agawam, Papermill Field, 6 p.m.

Gateway (7-9-Year-Olds) at Agawam, 6 p.m.

Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) vs. Easthampton, 6 p.m.

Westfield Seniors vs. Agawam, 5:30 p.m.

LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL Westfield (9-10-Year-Olds) vs. Easthampton

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SHAKER FARMS COUNTRY CLUB WESTFIELD, MA

June 15, 2016 ​CHRIS STRYCHARZ​ 12th Hole 134 yards- 9-Iron witnesses: Dave Johnson Mark Consolini

TEKOA COUNTRY CLUB Tuesday Golf League Four Person Scramble 6-22-16 Low Gross 1st Place –Bill Lawry, Dave Giles, Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning 2nd Place– Fred Rogers, Bob Berniche, Angelo Mascadrelli & Frank Kamlowski 3rd Place –Ray West, Harpo Czarnecki, Bill Murphy & Skip Couture Low Net 1st Place –Gene Theroux, Barry Slattery & Bob McCarthy 2nd Place –Butch Rines, Gary Marcoulier, Jimmy Johnson & Al Szenda 3rd Place –John Kidrick, Errol Nichols & Mike Ripa Closest to the Pins :( two winners each hole) Hole #3 (1st shot) – Bill Lawry & Jack Leary Hole #3 (2nd shot) – Jim French & Jim Liptak Hole #6 (2nd shot) – Barry Slattery & Angelo Mascadrelli

Greenway Rail Trail Golf Scramble Mens Division: Mike Saltmarsh 64 Tim Roy Matt Colby Mike Getto Luc Menard 64 Matt zordani Chris Lavertue Todd Waite Joe Giffune 65 Jeff Sinclair Mike Gamache Dan McCarey Mixed Division: Flo Masciadrelli 60 Nick Masciadrelli

Karen Booth Brent Booth Nan Stolpinski 62 Jon Stolpinski Donna Anton Pete Graham Susan Weslowski 65 Dick McCann Bob Webb Bill Zimmerman Ladies Division: Beth Hawley 68 Janet Lebeau Patty Holtin Kim Nastri

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SILVER FOX GOLF TOURNAMENT ​Best Ball/Scramble/Alternate Shot -- ​Blue Divison Gross: Les Krokov-Matt krokov 70 Chris Strycharz-Bill Melo 71 Ron Humphrey-Dave Johnson 72 Net: Mike Bishop-Tom Daley 62 Pat Miles- Jeff Gavioli 64 Mike Barnes-Paul Bovat 66

Net: Tom Barthelette-Aaron McNabb 62 Dave Sheedy- Clyde St. Amand 63 Don Skelly- Pat Skelly 64 Ladies: Gross: Nancy Lancto-Lisa Strycharz 82

-White Division Gross: Mike Fila-Paul Stelzer 70 Tim Jacques-Jeff Fountain 76 Brian Lyman- Bob Gondek 76

Net; Bonnie Hart- Marie Nardi 67 Gail Grandon-Christine Consolini 69

Ed Normand Golf League at EMCC Since 1964 — Standings Week 11 of 22 Thursday, June 16, 2016

Division 1 105 Randy Anderson – Bob Genereux 100.5 Larry Cournoyer – Bob Bihler 95.5 Dan Harris – Shawn Bradley 94.5 Tom Massimino – Tim Huber 94 Tim Laramee – Dan Laramee 93.5 Mark Grenier – John LaRose 92 Alan Velazquez – Ty Sherokow 87.5 Dave Dubois – Jim Elkins 85.5 Paul Brunetti – Ryan Maloney 85.5 Rick Brown – Jim Cartwright 75 Jessie Racid – Al Nubile 73.5 Mark Wilson – Paul Kvitek Division 2 96 Ed Bielonko – Branden Bielonko 94 Bob Collier – Don Clarke 93.5 Gary Gladu – Fran Dwyer 93.5 Mark Logan – Joe Gaudette 93 Jay O’Sullivan – Rick Burke

93 91.5 89.5 81 75.5

Jim Conroy – Fran Como Cam Lewis – Bill Grise Jr. Carlos Santos – Bill Grise Sr. Mike Mahan – Joe Hebda Bruce Kellogg – Richard Kellogg

Division 3 102 Mike Mulligan – Mike Soverow 99 Joe Boutin – Henry Smith 96 Jason George – Dan Van Kruningan 93.5 Jason Fitzgerald – Steve Tomaino 92.5 Glenn Grabowski – Jeff Berger 90.5 Roy Barton – Bill Reinhagen 89 Jim Haas – Al Haas 86.5 Dave Dover – Happy Gilmore 85 Chris Fenton – Ryan Drobot 80.5 Steve Benoit – Nick Stellato 79 Jim Strycharz – Richard Roy 70 Bob Lewko – Donald Gauthier

SHELL’S TEKOA TUESDAY GOLF LEAGUE Results from June 8, 2016 1st Place Dick Williams & Ron Sena 63.0 Points 2nd Place Joe Hebda & Harry Thompson 62.5 Points 3rd Place Ed West & Harry Pease 60.5 Points 4th Place John Kidrick & Erroll Nichols 60.5 Points 5th Place Ray West & Harpo Czarnecki 58.5 Points 5th Place Al Szenda & Jim Johnson 58.5 Points 5th Place Bill Lawry & Dave Giles 58.5 Points 6th Place Bob Berniche & Fred Rogers 57.5 Points 7th Place Bill Wallinovich & Fran Siska 55.0 Points 8th Place Dave Liberty & Jim French 53.0 Points 9th Place Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning 51.5 Points 10th Place Gene Theroux & Jack Kennedy 50.0 Points 11th Place Barry Slattery & Bob McCarthy 49.5 Points 12th Place Bill Murphy & Jerry Tomasko 47.5 Points 13th Place Butch Rines & Gary Marcoulier 45.5 Points 14th Place Jack Leary & Jim Liptak 45.0 Points 15th Place Ron Bonyeau & Mike Ripa 41.0 Points 16th Place Mike Clark & Terry Clark 40.5 Points 17th Place Angelo Mascadrelli & Frank Kamlowski 39.5 Points 18th Place Bill Frothingham & Carl Haas 37.5 Points Low Gross

Ray West & Gene Theroux @ 45 Low Net

Jim Johnson @ 29 Closest To Pin on 3rd (first shot) Jim Johnson Closest To Pin on 3rd (second shot) Joe Hebda Closest To Pin on 6th

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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.

Babe Ruth Baseball World Series tickets on sale now WESTFIELD — The Babe Ruth Baseball World Series is coming to Westfield, August 11 – 18. Now is the time to step up to the plate to support Greater Westfield Babe Ruth by purchasing tickets in advance at discount prices.

Admission passes for the entire tournament—all 25 games—are $20 for individuals and $45 for families. A family pass admits two adults and up to four children. After June 30th, prices will increase to $25 for an individual pass and $60 for a family pass. Single day admission tickets during the World Series will be $10.

Tickets can be purchased from any league player or ordered through our World Series web site at www.WestfieldWorldSeries.com. Tickets will be mailed to you. Tickets are also available for immediate pick up at the following locations: Cassin Insurance located at 104 Elm Street and Westfield Bank branches located at 560 East Main Street (near Home Depot) and 300 Southampton Road (Northside).

Plans are in the works for a ticket sales blitz on Saturday, June 12th. Greater Westfield Babe Ruth players and coaches will be at businesses throughout Westfield and Southwick that day selling World Series tickets. Please watch for more news about locations where we will be selling tickets.

The World Series will feature ten teams of 14-year-old Babe Ruth players, including teams representing the eight regional divisions of the U.S. and Canada, the Western MA State Champion team, and a host team from Greater Westfield Babe Ruth.

Volunteers are still needed for a variety of tasks. See www. westfieldworldseries.com for more information and to sign up to help out.

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Westfield National homers twice in loss Easthampton 3, Westfield National 2 Easthampton put together a 3-0 lead, and held off a strong push by Westfield National late.

Westfield National’s Dylan Arooth and Jake Jachym (2-for-3) hit back-to-back homers to cut their deficit to one. Easthampton’s bullpen prevailed though in the end.

Dylan King also had a nice day at the plate for Westfield National, going 2-for-2.

Westfield National pitchers Riley Sullivan and Joey Calderella had nice outings on the mound. Shea Byrnes, Walter Ninotti, and Jimmy Cloutier were solid on defense.

“We lost to a very talented Easthampton team,” Westfield National manager Jim Cloutier said. “(Their) pitching was too tough.”

Westfield National catcher Jake Jachym looks for the call on a close play at home plate against Easthampton Thursday night at Papermill Field. (Photos by Kellie Adam)

Westfield’s pitcher Riley Sullivan is covering home trying to prevent Easthampton from scoring.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, June 24, 2016: This year you curb your temper by handling others in a way that is quite special and unique. You sometimes notice that others try to copy your style. Rather than becoming irritated, be flattered. If you are single, you draw many people toward you, but clearly not everyone can be your suitor. Be clear about your intentions. If you are attached, the two of you could have very different goals. Try not to make any judgments, and you will start to see the validity behind your sweetie’s thinking. PISCES can be more emotional than you. Be understanding.

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Deal with the unexpected as best as you can.

A friend plays into your mood and decisions. Tonight: Surprise!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH Speak your mind, but be ready to chill out. Touch base with a family member early on, before your pace becomes too hectic to stop. Understand what is happening within your immediate circle. You might have to reorganize your day. Tonight: Play it loose and easy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH You are full of energy, and you are likely to outdo anyone who decides to challenge you. People often forget that you have a versatility that many of them could only wish for. Nevertheless, you will have to hop over a problem right now. Tonight: Be clear about your plans.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Consider your options carefully.

One-on-one relating with someone who understands you, as well as the situation, can only help you. Still, you might want to do little and observe what comes down the path toward you. Tonight: Read between the lines with a dear friend.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Let go of a need to feed your ego, and allow others to take center stage.

They need to prove their worth among those who are present. A loved one might have a sudden reaction that could set you back. Do some serious thinking. Tonight: Be with a special person.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Continue to clear out as much as you can, especially as you are on the edge of the weekend. You will want to be footloose and fancy free. Try not to absorb or take on someone else’s work at the last minute; you don’t need to do that. Tonight: Out on the town.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH You might be far more distracted than you realize. Use care around partners and loved ones. You will witness a flakiness that you are not used to. Know that this, too, will pass. Curb your reaction to someone else’s temper. Tonight: Have a long-overdue heart-to-heart.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH You might need to think through a decision involving family, a domestic matter and/or a personal situation. You aren’t likely to be in the mood for a heavy discussion, yet you can’t seem to avoid it. You can decide to be light and quiet about the situation.

Tonight: At home.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Finally clear out calls and any details involving a pending action or project. Avoid a problem rather than dive right in. Sometimes, by walking away, you force others to resolve the issue. You might be much more content if you don’t get involved.

Tonight: Head home early.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Reach out to those who ask you for advice, especially about their finances.

You need to hear what others are experiencing. You might feel as if you need to do something about what you are hearing. Be aware of the complexity of the issue.

Tonight: Hang out. Join a friend for TGIF. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Reach out to a friend who always has a response to some very different situations. Your sense of humor emerges in what could be a difficult moment. The unexpected seems to surround you right now.

You will gain a different perspective soon.

Tonight: Make it your treat.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH You might opt to try a different way of approaching and/or handling a personal matter. Note how others are handling their anger. As a result, you could decide to work on managing your temper. Let a loved one know what you are up to. Tonight: Make it an early night.

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By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox were in danger of capping an awful month-long stretch by being swept in four games by the similarly struggling Chicago White Sox. Then they called on Craig Kimbrel to shut things down.

Pitching two full innings for the first time in more than five years, the Red Sox closer got out of a bases-loaded jam with nobody out in the 10th, and Xander Bogaerts delivered the winning single in the bottom half to give Boston an 8-7 victory over Chicago on Thursday.

"We're staring at a fourgame sweep at home, and that's never a good thing," manager John Farrell said.

"So you find a way to pull out all the stops. ... You do what you can with what you have in the moment."

Chicago led 3-0, 4-1 and 7-5 before Boston sent it into extra innings with a run in the seventh and another in the eighth.

The White Sox loaded the bases with nobody out in the 10th, but Kimbrel (1-3) got J.B. Shuck on an infield popup and then struck out Tim Anderson and Adam Eaton.

"We had some golden opportunities," White Sox manager Robin Ventura said.

"We just couldn't hold them.

We were walking some people, letting them have some good opportunities. We got ourselves into some good opportunities and they got out of them."

In the bottom half, Matt Purke (0-1) walked two before Bogaerts lined one up the middle and Mookie Betts scored easily from second.

In all, Kimbrel allowed one hit and walked two while striking out three in two innings for his first American League win.

"He shut it down," Bogaerts said. "I mean, that's how nasty he is. He's pretty filthy, one of the best closers in the game. And obviously that's what we all expect from him."

James Shields pitched his best outing in four starts since being acquired by the White Sox on June 4. Jose Abreu hit a three-run homer and Alex Avila had four hits for Chicago, which has lost 27 of its last 40 games.

Betts, Bogaerts, Dustin Pedroia and Hanley Ramirez had two hits apiece for the

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Boston Red Sox's Chris Young, center, is helped off the field by manager John Farrell, right, and trainer Brad Pearson after an apparent injury to his right leg caused while rounding first base during the second inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Fenway Park, Thursday, June 23, 2016, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) Red Sox, who improved to 11-15 in their last 26 games.

Boston's leadoff hitter reached safely seven times in 10 innings.

David Ortiz walked three times and led off the ninth with a double that one-hopped the short wall behind the Pesky Pole. Travis Shaw was walked on four pitches, but Jackie Bradley Jr. struck out, Ramirez lined out and Sandy Leon struck out to end the inning.

Kimbrel, who came on to start the ninth, walked Brett Lawrie and gave up Avila's single. Avisail Garcia walked before the Red Sox closer retired the next three batters to protect the tie.

COMEBACKS The White Sox led 4-1 before Boston scored four in the sixth to take a 5-4 lead.

Then Junichi Tazawa relieved Tommy Layne with two men on in the seventh and gave up

Abreu's three-run homer over the Green Monster that made it 7-5.

The Red Sox tied it to send it into extra innings, loading the bases in the seventh before pinch-hitter Shaw launched a long sacrifice fly.

Bradley popped up a bunt, and Ramirez struck out to end the inning.

In the eighth, Marco Hernandez hit his first career double and scored on Pedroia's single to tie it 7-all.

BIG GAME, JAMES After struggling in his first three starts for Chicago, getting just five outs against Cleveland on Saturday, Shields recorded his first scoreless first inning since joining the White Sox. He cruised into the sixth before walking the first two batters.

"My first three outings weren't very good," he said.

"So it's definitely positive.

But I've been around the

Trades part of draft day NEW YORK (AP) — The long wait to find out which NBA team would be in his future was over in a hurry for Domantas Sabonis.

The sophomore forward from Gonzaga was chosen 11th in the NBA draft Thursday night by the Orlando Magic and by the time he did his first interview a minute or two later, he let the world know he wouldn't be headed to Florida.

Sabonis, the son of Hall of Fame big man Arvydas Sabonis who starred for the Soviet Union, told ESPN that his rights were traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the NBA made the trade official about two hours later.

In addition to Sabonis, the Magic sent guard Victor Oladipo and forward Ersan Ilyasova to the Thunder for forward Serge Ibaka, Oklahoma City's third star behind Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. With Durant a free agent, Westbrook could find himself without much offensive help in Oklahoma City.

In other trades the NBA officially announced: — The Sacramento Kings traded the rights to freshman forward Marquese Chriss of Washington, the eighth overall pick, to the Phoenix Suns for the rights to center Georgios Papagiannis of Greece, the No. 13 pick, the rights to freshman Skal Labissiere of Kentucky, the 28th pick, a 2020 second-round draft pick and the rights to guard Bogdan Bogdanovic.

— The Los Angeles Clippers traded the rights to freshman center Cheick Diallo of Kansas, the 33rd pick, to the New Orleans Pelicans for the rights to guard David Michineau of France, the 39th pick, and freshman center Diamond Stone of Maryland, the 40th pick.

— The Milwaukee Bucks traded the rights to guard Patrick McCaw of UNLV to the Golden State Warriors for financial considerations.

— The Utah Jazz traded the rights to guard Isaiah Whitehead, the 42nd pick, to the Brooklyn Nets for guard Marcus Paige, the No. 55 pick, and cash considerations.

— The Atlanta Hawks traded the rights to guard Kay Felder, the No. 54 pick, to the Cleveland Cavaliers for cash considerations.

— The Boston Celtics traded the rights to freshman forward Deyonta Davis of Michigan State, the 31st pick, and forward Rade Zagorac of Serbia, the 35th pick, to the Memphis Grizzlies for a 2019 first-round draft pick.

— The Orlando Magic traded the rights to senior forward Jake Layman of Maryland, the No. 47 pick, to Portland for a future second-round pick and cash considerations.

— The Denver Nuggets traded the rights to sophomore forward Daniel Hamilton of Connecticut, the No. 56 pick, to the Oklahoma City Thunder for cash considerations.

— The Los Angeles Clippers traded the rights to freshman forward Cheick Diallo of Kansas, the No. 33 pick, to the New Orleans Pelicans for the rights to guard David Michineau of France, the No. 39 pick, and forward Diamond Stone of Maryland, the No. 40 pick.

In other trades, none of which were officially announced by the NBA,: — The Indiana Pacers traded guard George Hill to the Utah Jazz in a three-way trade with the Atlanta Hawks. Atlanta sent guard Jeff Teague to Indiana and acquired Utah's 2016 first-round, which was forward Taurean Prince of Baylor, the 12th pick in the first round.

— The Brooklyn Nets traded forward Thaddeus Young to Indiana for the rights to guard Caris LeVert of Michigan, the 20th pick, and a future second-round draft pick.

— The Charlotte Hornets traded the rights to freshman guard Malachi Richardson of Syracuse, the 22nd pick, to Sacramento for guard Marco Belinelli.

game a while, I've got a lot more in the tank, my body feels great, so we'll move forward. ... Coming in here to Boston, one of the best teams, best hitting teams in the league, and to do what we did, three out of four, is pretty good."

TRAINER'S ROOM Red Sox: Outfielder Chris Young pulled up grabbing his right leg after rounding first base on a ball hit off the Green Monster in the second inning. He was helped off the field with what the team said was a hamstring injury. He was placed on the disabled list after the game.

UP NEXT White Sox: Open a threegame series at Toronto. Carlos Rodon will pitch against Aaron Sanchez.

Red Sox: Open a threegame series at Texas. David Price will face Nick Martinez.

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Celtics resist overtures, pick Brown with third pick BOSTON (AP) — With little mystery surrounding how the first two picks would go in Thursday’s NBA draft, the Celtics responded to wider theories about selection No. 3 by keeping things simple.

Despite receiving a lot of interest from teams looking to trade into the slot, Boston stayed put and took Jaylen Brown of California.

Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge stuck with his plan to select the best available player.

Celtics co-owner Wyc Grousbeck said after Brown was selected that none of the offers were worth serious consideration.

“If they were close, we might have stretched,” he said. “We didn’t feel anything was close and we’d give counter offers and the other side didn’t feel it was close.”

“A lot of discussion, and no deals” despite a lot of interest, Ainge said.

Brown worked out twice for the Celtics leading up to the draft, but said the pick still took him by surprise.

“I had no idea, I promise you I had no idea,” Brown said from New York. “I was actually sweating bullets when the final seconds came in.

But I knew they were heavily interested when they asked me to come back for a second workout. But you hear different things every day.

“But I’m glad to be here, and I think it’s the right fit.”

Brown, a 6-foot-7 forward out of California, averaged 14.6 points and 5.4 rebounds per game en route to being named Pac-12 Freshman of the Year.

He also has a reputation as an elite defender, which could fit well with Boston’s defensive culture.

“It was a tough choice. A lot of good players at three,” Ainge said. “But unanimously, a lot of people really liked Brown.”

Boston entered the night with eight total picks, the most picks the Celtics have had since 1987.

Before this year, it had a top-three pick only three times since the common draft era began in 1966.

They added a pair of international players with their remaining two first-round picks, taking Guerschon Yabusele at No. 16 and Croatian 6-11 center Ante Zizic at No. 23.

In the second round Boston selected former Michigan State forward Deyonte Davis and

Serbian swingman Rade Zagorac with the 31st and 35th picks, which Ainge confirmed were traded to Memphis for a future first-round pick.

It then added former Notre Dame point guard Demetrius Jackson at No. 45, former Providence forward Ben Bentil at No. 51 and former Iowa State forward Abdel Nader at No. 58.

The 20-year-old Yabusele is a 6-7 stretch forward out of France with paint presence at 260 pounds, while the 19-year-old Zizic is a throwback big man at 6-11. It is possible both could be stashed in Europe for a few years to develop.

Zizic said he hadn’t spoken to the Celtics about their plans for him yet. Yabusele said he was fine with waiting for his opportunity.

“It’s not a problem for me even if I got to go one year, two years in Europe, in another country and play I’ll go,” Yabusele said. “I just want to play in the NBA and try to be better.”

Boston has a handful of free agent decisions to make this offseason, but entered the draft hoping to land an additional wing scorer and frontcourt players to fortify its interior defense.

The addition of Brown adds some wing scoring ability to a roster that already features AllStar point guard Isaiah Thomas, Avery Bradley and Jae Crowder.

Ainge said in the weeks leading up to the draft that he believed there was quality talent beyond the top two picks.

Grousbeck said no offers for No. 3 were worth pouncing on.

“This was not a day to make a deal,” Grousbeck said. “So we didn’t. And we’re very happy to build with a piece, and maybe even an important piece.”

While that sounds completely reasonable, about 4,000 fans who were invited to TD Garden for a draft party Thursday didn’t exactly agree.

When Grousbeck walked out to speak to the crowd shortly after the pick was announced, he was greeted with more than a smattering of boos.

Grousbeck didn’t take any offense to the reception.

“I’ll view this as that people really care,” Grousbeck said. “You pay your money, you get to come in.”

Brown said he wants to prove his doubters wrong.

“I can’t wait to show them what I’m all about,” he said.

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June 24/25/26. Generation of items. Household, crafts, linens, dinnerware, clothes, antiques, collectibles, Avon products; furniture & tools and more.

Estate/Barn Sale Granville: 708 Main Rd (across from town hall). Sat. & Sun. June 25-26: 9am-4pm Granville Gallery & Harvest Hill Farm closing after 35 yrs!

EVERYTHING MUST GO!!

Butcher block & teakwood tables.Vintage ice cream chairs, 1900's National cash register, "Hoosier" style Kit. cabinet, kitchen wood cook stove & tools.

Wicker love seat, futon. PAINTINGS & art supplies,APPLE BOXES, Flow Blue China, and many other collectibles, books, sports equip. & toys.

ARTICLES FOR SALE 6' Dresser. Excellent condition. $150, or will trade for shorter dresser or wardrobe. (Moved to small apartment).

Call Moe: 642-3230

WANTED TO BUY PAYING CASH FOR COINS, stamps, medals, tokens, paper money, diamonds and jewelry, gold and silver scrap. Broadway Coin & Stamp, 144 Broadway, Chicopee Falls, MA. (413)5949550.

DEADLINE: 2PM THE DAY BEFORE Email floram@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com

To Advertise call 413-562-4181 Ext, 118

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HELP WANTED

Must be dependable. Some weekends. Get application at: www.mooliciousfarm.com

THE WESTFIELD NEWS

GRANVILLE: 81 Blandford Rd. June 24th/25th; 8am-2pm. 12' VHull Boat, Kayak, Canoe, 12' Duck Boat, Small Boat Trailer.

Accessories for all. 2 Hutches, Foosball Table, 3D Targets. Lots of other household items.

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WEST SUFFIELD,CT.- 22 Chestnut Circle, SaturdaySunday, June 25&26, 9-3. Collectibles, tools, electronics.

WESTFIELD: 47 Fowler Ave. ONE DAY EVENT, Saturday, June 25TH. 9am-3pm.

EVERYTHING GOES! Leather recliner, bathroom vanity, tools, WESTFIELD- 90 ALEXANDER household items, children's PLACE, Saturday, June 25, 9-3. books & dolls. Local honey.

Rain or Shine. Something for Something for everyone!

Everyone!

WESTFIELD: 49 Apple Orchard Heights.

W E S T F I E L D : 1 0 H i g h l a n d Saturday, June 24th. 9am-3pm.

ANNUAL AUTISM SPEAKS Circle. Fri/Sat, June 24th/25th; WALK FUNDRAISER. 9am-3pm. Misc. Old & New. Tons of good things!

Something for everyone.

WESTFIELD: 55 & 56 Crown St. MULTI-FAMILY. June 24/25/26. 9am-4pm. Kitchen table with leafs/chairs, complete bedroom set, couch, 5 end tables, motorized recliner, W E S T F I E L D : 3 2 C r e s c e n t indoor/outdoor carpet, mirror, Ridge Rd. Sunday, June 26th. paintings, houswares, books, 9 a m - 5 p m . P r o m d r e s s e s , teacher's dream merchandise, gowns, wedding attire (men/wo- e d u c a t i o n a l t o y s g a l o r e , men); kitchen items, toys, books, clothes. Something for everybaby clothes. MOVING SALE! one.

TAG SALES WESTFIELD; 88 Furrowtown Rd. Fri/Sat, June 24th/25th.

9am-2pm. Vintage furniture, glassware, vintage bike, 70's stereo equipment. Freebies!

WESTFIELD: Park Dr. NEIGHBORHOOD TAG SALE. Fri/Sat/Sun June 24/25/26. 9am-3pm.

Something for everyone!

WESTFIELD; 284 Buckpond Rd. Sat/Sun, June 25th/26th.

9am-3pm. Paint-ball gun, clothes, books, Christmas, lots of good things!

WESTFIELD: 10A Pumpkin Lane. Fri/Sat; 8am-3pm. June 24th/25th. Furniture, household, lots of great items.

WESTFIELD: GIANT TAG SALE! 44 Woodbridge Lane.

Fri/Sat; June 24th/25th. 8am2pm. Antiques, furniture, artwork, video games, costume jewelry, Shopkins, baseball cards, and much more.

WESTFIELD: 82 Berkshire Dr. Sat/Sun., June 25th/26th. 10am4pm. NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE.

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 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

HOUSE CLEANING

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

Homeowners welcome to come and cut yur own and save!

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

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

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

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

DRYWALL

HOME IMPROVEMENT

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

Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.

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

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.

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 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. www.delreohomeimprovement.com

Call Gary Delcamp (413)569-3733 FRESH START PAINTING AND REMODELING Specializing in Interior/Exterior painting. Custom stain work.

Ceiling repair; water damage; Carpentry, New decks, Deck staining and repair, windows, home repairs. Call Charlie for a free estimate at 413-313-8084

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.

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

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

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.

Plumley Landscape Inc. Call us today for all your landscape needs. Landscape design and planting, irrigation installation and repair, and complete yard renovations. Drainage problems, stump grinding, chipper service, bobcat service, gravel driveways, excavation and demolition, including getting rid of that unwanted pool.

413-862-4749 SPRING CLEANUP: Commercial & Residential.

Weekly mowing and maintenance, tree removal, dethatching, mulch, gutter cleaning, etc.

Call Shea Landscaping (413)244-3028

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

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE

T&S LANDSCAPING Highest quality, lowest prices.

Lawn mowing. Residential & Commercial. Weekly/Bi-weekly No lawns too small (413)330-3917

LOGGING

MULCH! MULCH! MULCH! 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

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

568-0056 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)

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

Same day service available.

786-0022

Call Tony 413-519-7001

MASONRY

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

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.

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

OFFICE CLEANING GREAT WHITE CLEANING Office Cleaning, Full Janitorial Service. 25 years in business!

Call 413-568-2566

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

floram@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • To Advertise call 413-562-4181 Ext. 118 FIREWOOD

5 ROOM, 3 bedroom, completely renovated Westfield/Russell area, country setting. NEW stove, refrigerator and heating unit.

Large yard, parking. $950 p/month. No pets please.

Call today, won't last.

Available immediately (413)348-3431

Westfield – 3 Bedroom, hardwood floors, off-street parking, first floor. First and last month required, washer and dryer hook up. Please call 413-519-7257 to set an appointment for viewing.

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WESTFIELD: 3RD floor, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, livingroom, bath. $950 p/month + utilities.

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

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

WESTFIELD: 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.

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

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

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

BUSINESS PROPERTY LIQUOR STORE FOR SALE Leased location. $139,000 plus inventory. $800k total sales.

5 East Silver St., Westfield.

POOL SERVICES

413-267-0497

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

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.

(413) 862-4749

TREE SERVICE 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.

MOBILE HOMES Chicopee: 2 Bedrooms, 12' x 67'. Appliances, Shingle Roof, Shed, Nice Yard, Patio. $54,000.

593-9961DASAP MHVILLAGE.COM

SERVICES 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

WELDING WOLFE'S WELDING 24-hour Snow-Plow Repair On-site welding repairs Shop fabrication, weld services DENNIS WOLFE (413)888-0083

WINDOW CLEANING 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

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