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Candidate Forums continue for School Committee and Ward 5 By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – The candidate forums for School Committee and Ward 5 were held consecutively on Thursday evening, hosted by Tina Gorman, Executive Director at the Westfield Senior Center. The forums, along with the others in the series are sponsored by Residents assemble for the candidates forum at the Westfield Senior Center on Thursday evening. The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce and The Westfield News Group. Moderator (Photo by Lynn Boscher)
Ward 5 Councilor Candidate Forum Recap By AMY PORTER Correspondent Incumbent Robert A. Paul, Sr. and first-time candidate Leslie Daniel LeFebvre participated in the Ward 5 candidate forum on Thursday, immediately following the School Committee forum. In his opening statement, Paul got personal, beginning with, “It’s interesting that we’re at the Senior Center, because I’m a senior.” He added that he appreciated the work that went into putting together the forums. Paul said he came to Westfield in 1972 to open a company. He has been married to his wife Chris for 53 years, and has four sons, all educated in Westfield Public Schools. He said they all graduated, did well and went to university. LeFebvre said he has been a resident of Westfield all his life, and was educated in the Westfield Public Schools. He went through basic See Ward 5 Recap, Page 7
The candidates for Ward 5 City Councilor assemble for the candidates forum at the Westfield Senior Center on Thursday evening. Seen left to right are, Bob Paul and Les Lefebvre. (Photo by Lynn
School Committee Candidate Forum Recap By AMY PORTER Correspondent There are four candidates vying for three seats on the School Committee. The candidates are incumbents Jeffrey Gosselin and Cindy Sullivan, and the challengers are former School Committee members Tim O’Connor and Heather Sullivan. In his opening remarks Thursday, School Committee incumbent Jeffrey Gosselin read an excerpt from the children’s book, “If I had a dinosaur.” Gosselin said he ran four years ago, because he believed educators needed a voice on the School Committee. Gosselin, who is an autism assistant at JFK Middle School in Northampton, has also taught in the Springfield schools and as an adjunct professor at Westfield State University. Incumbent Cindy Sullivan, director of the Southwick Senior Center, is running for her third term after serving eight years on the School Committee. Sullivan said she has lived in Westfield for 20 years, and has a daughter who is a senior at Westfield High School, and a son who is freshman at Westfield Technical Academy. A graduate of Springfield College, she said she was the first in her family to graduate from college. Sullivan
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The 2017 School Committee candidates assemble for the candidates forum at the Westfield Senior Center on Thursday evening. Seen left to right are, Jeff Gosselin, Cindy Sullivan, Tim O’Connor and Heather Sullivan. (Photo by Lynn Boscher)
said she sees the needs of seniors and helps them every day. She described herself as honest, and said she sometimes makes tough decisions to do what’s best for the children in Westfield. Tim O’Connor, who previously served on the School Committee from 2000 to 2008, said he has a passion for education. A lifelong resident of Westfield, he graduated from Westfield High School in the Class of ’82, and went on to receive his master’s in business administration. Currently, O’Connor works for a risk management company in Springfield. His wife Terry Quinn O’Connor is also from Westfield and their two daughters went to Westfield public schools, and on to college. He thanked the
sponsors of the forum for the opportunity, and the residents for attending. Heather Sullivan also previously served on the School Committee for two terms, alongside O’Connor. Sullivan also thanked the sponsors of the forum, and said it is important to meet the candidates in person, to see how passionate they all are on education. Sullivan said she served under three superintendents during her term on the School Committee. After leaving, she worked for five years as a reading interventionist at Highland Elementary School. She said she left the school one year ago, with the intention to rejoin the School Committee. See School Committee Recap, Page 7
Berkshire Industries abruptly closes
Fire causes significant damage to business By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—A fire last night left a business with significant damage, according to the Westfield Fire Department. A fire occurred around 11:25 p.m. last night at 66 Broad St., according to Westfield Fire Deputy Chief Eric Bishop. The location, a place of business, had significant damage, he said. No injuries were reported. The Westfield Fire Department, Westfield Police Department and the State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating the fire. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent WESTFIELD – Late on Thursday morning, the Westfield Mayor’s office was notified that Berkshire Industries in Westfield would be closing its doors immediately on Thursday. Once hearing of the imminent closing the Mayor’s office contacted the Western Mass Regional Employment Board to let them know of the news. FutureWorks in Springfield, and CareerPoint in Holyoke, are the employment board agencies in Western Mass that will be a resource for the employees of Berkshire Industries who are now left without a job. The agencies have a rapid response service that notifies the work force, gives people job replacement, unemployment benefits, resume skills, and re-training. According to City Advancement Officer Joe Mitchell, a rapid response service comes into play when 50 or more people are let go from a company. Berkshire Industries website indicated they had over 150 employees but there were reports recently that staffing was around 80. The Westfield News attempted to reach out to Berkshire Industries for an explanation as to why the company shut down, but no comment has been made at this time. The Westfield News will continue to follow this story.
The exterior of Berkshire Industries located at 109 Apremont Way, Westfield. According to their web site, Berkshire Industries was founded in 1956 and is a “manufacturer that specializes in machining highly complex precision parts and end-to-end component solutions for commercial and military aerospace, defense, power generation, semiconductor, and telecommunications industries.”
Standard & Poors releases City’s bond rating By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—The city’s financial health is still good after they recently received AA bond rating from Standard and Poors, according to Westfield Mayor Brian Sullivan. The city received the AA bond rating from Standard and Poors this week, according to Sullivan, which is a system used to assess the city’s financial risk related to paying back bonds. The rating remains unchanged from its last review in February 2016, and the city has maintained the AA rating since 2014. “It’s a very good rating,” Sullivan said. “AA is financially sound and we’ve
was Patrick Berry, President of The Westfield News Group and Kate Phelon, Executive Director of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce, was the timekeeper. Forty-four people attended the forum on Thursday. Each candidate was given a minute and a half for an opening statement, followed by rotating questions between the two candidates. At the end of the forum, each candidate was allowed two minutes for closing remarks.
kept that even in the tough times over the past few years.” According to Sullivan, the rating was in part due to the city’s management practices, which he said was cited in the report. The rating, according to Westfield Treasurer-Collector Meghan Kane, can reflect upon interest rates that the city must pay back when bonds and notes— which are what bonds are made up of— are sold. “The better the rating the more competition we will have when we sell notes and bonds,” Kane said, which she added See Bond Rating, Page 3
Candidate ForumS
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At the Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Street, Westfield. Doors open at 6:00 for Candidate Meet and Greet.
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Teens dressed as bushes face arrest over pre-Halloween prank RAHWAY, N.J. (AP) — Teenagers who are getting a jump on Halloween by dressing up as bushes and surprising people in a New Jersey park could face arrest. The Union County Police Department fears the self-proclaimed “Rahway Bushmen” could cause someone to fall and sue the county. Two of the high school students cover camouflage suits with brush while a third acts as lookout. They stand in Rahway River Park and say “hi” to unsuspecting visitors. One of the teens, who would not give their names, told NJ.com it’s more or less an idea to try to make people smile. Elisa Rodriguez, who heard funny voices and ruffling of leaves, says it was hilarious and the teens should be applauded.
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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Friday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2017. There are 65 days left in the year.
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n Oct. 27, 1947, “You Bet Your Life,” a comedy quiz show starring Groucho Marx, premiered on ABC Radio. (It later became a television show on
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ON THIS DATE: In 1787, the first of the Federalist Papers, a series of essays calling for ratification of the United States Constitution, was published. In 1858, the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, was born in New York City. In 1880, Theodore Roosevelt married his first wife, Alice Lee. In 1886 (New Style date), the musical fantasy “A Night on Bald Mountain,” written by Modest Mussorgsky (MOH’dest muh-SAWRG’-skee) and revised after his death by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, was performed in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 1922, the first annual celebration of Navy Day took place. In 1938, Du Pont announced a name for its new synthetic yarn: “nylon.” In 1954, U.S. Air Force Col. Benjamin O. Davis Jr. was promoted to brigadier general, the first black officer to achieve that rank in the USAF. Walt Disney’s first television program, titled “Disneyland” after the yet-to-be completed theme park, premiered on ABC. In 1962, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, a U-2 recon-
naissance aircraft was shot down while flying over Cuba, killing the pilot, U.S. Air Force Maj. Rudolf Anderson Jr.
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In 1978, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin (men-AH’-kem BAY’gihn) were named winners of the Nobel Peace Prize for their progress toward achieving a Middle East accord.
A jury in Portland, Oregon, delivered an extraordinary blow to the government in a long-running battle over the use of public lands when it acquitted all seven defendants, including group leader Ammon Bundy, who were involved in the armed occupation of a national wildlife refuge in 2014. Law enforcement officers dressed in riot gear evicted protesters from private land in the path of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, dramatically escalating a monthslong dispute over Native American rights and the project’s environmental impact. Twitter announced it was cutting about 9 percent of its employees worldwide.
In 1980, opera star Beverly Sills gave her last public performance during a farewell gala at New York’s Lincoln Center. In 1992, Petty Officer Allen Schindler, a gay U.S. Navy sailor, was beaten to death near Sasebo Naval Base in southwestern Japan by shipmate Terry Helvey, who pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to life in prison. In 2004, the Boston Red Sox won their first World Series since 1918, sweeping the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 4, 3-0.
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Despite significant dissent in the ranks, United Auto Workers members narrowly passed a four-year contract agreement with Chrysler LLC. The Boston Red Sox took a 3-0 World Series lead with a 10-5 win over the Colorado Rockies in Denver.
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The eastern United States braced for high winds, torrential rains, power outages and even snow from Hurricane Sandy, which was headed north from the Caribbean toward a merger with two wintry weather systems. The San Francisco Giants, with a 2-0 victory, took a three-gamesto-none lead in the World Series against the Detroit Ti-
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TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS:
Actress Nanette Fabray is 97. Actor-comedian John Cleese is 78. Author Maxine Hong Kingston is 77. Country singer Lee Greenwood is 75. Producer-director Ivan Reitman is 71. Country singer-musician Jack Daniels is 68. Rock musician Garry Tallent (Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band) is 68. Author Fran Lebowitz is 67. Rock musician K.K. Downing is 66. TV personality Jayne Kennedy is 66. Actor-director Roberto Benigni is 65. Actor Peter Firth is 64. Actor Robert Picardo is 64. World Golf Hall of Famer Patty Sheehan is 61. Singer Simon Le Bon is 59. Country musician Jerry Dale McFadden (The Mavericks) is 53. Internet news editor Matt Drudge is 51. Rock musician Jason Finn (Presidents of the United States of America) is 50. Actor Sean Holland is 49. Actor Channon Roe is 48. Actress Sheeri Rappaport is 40. Actor David Walton is 39. Violinist Vanessa-Mae is 39. Actress-singer Kelly Osbourne is 33. Actress Christine Evangelista is 31. Actor Bryan Craig is 26. Actor Troy Gentile is 24.
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Veterans Street in Southwick slated for improvements By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SOUTHWICK – On Monday night, the Select Board signed a contract awarding Caracas Construction the bid for the Veterans Street project. Caracas based in Ludlow, Mass., was the lowest bidder at $327,380. Veterans Street is a dead-end road off of Point Grove Road near Congamond Lake and has several issues that need to be fixed including road widening, new drainage, and water line improvements. DPW Director Randy Brown is confident that addressing the deteriorating pavement and undersized water line Veterans St Southwick, Mass. will improve Veterans Street. “Those will all be addressed through this project,” said Brown. Brown also noted that the Veterans Street project is being fully-funded through a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Caracas will begin to address some elements of the project in the next few months but the majority of the improvements will be made in the spring of 2018.
Help a Cancer patient stay healthy WEST SPRINGFIELD – With flu season here, it’s important to protect yourself and your family by getting your flu shots. But getting vaccinated does more than keep YOU healthy—it helps to ensure that the health of friends and families with cancer and active in treatment isn’t compromised. CHD’s Cancer House of Hope, in partnership with Walgreens, will host a FREE Flu Shot Clinic on Saturday November 4th, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Cancer House of Hope, 1999 Westfield Street (Rte. 20) in West Springfield. Tri-valent injectable vaccine will be administered by expertly trained Walgreens pharmacists. Please bring your health insurance card. “A vaccine provides protection not only to the individual, but also to the immunocompromised friends and family members,” according to Christine L. Vala, R.Ph. for Community, A Walgreens Pharmacy. “Walgreens Pharmacists help people get, live and stay well.” According to Joe Kane, CHD’s Cancer House of Hope director, “This is a great way for the Cancer House of Hope to partner with Walgreens to offer the community something in addition to the care we provide directly to cancer patients. The flu shot clinic is open to anyone. While folks are here, we hope they will take advantage of the opportunity to get better acquainted with the Cancer House of Hope and the many ways we help those facing a cancer diagnosis.” CHD’s Cancer House of Hope works to enhance the lives of people with cancer and those who care about them by providing emotional, educational, social and spiritual support. The House provides a range of cancer support services and relaxation programs at no cost to those who face this devastating disease. Each year, CHD’s Cancer House of Hope serves 500 guests, right here in our community. Every penny of every dollar donated to the House directly impacts programming and the people served. Founded in 1972, Center for Human Development (CHD) is a nonprofit, CARF-accredited organization providing a broad range of high quality, communityoriented human services to 17,000 children, adolescents, adults, and families each year. The organization is dedicated to promoting, enhancing and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. www.chd. org
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would likely lead to a better interest rate for repayment. She said that several financial institutions will bid on bonds from the city and provide interest rates. The city then chooses the bid. “It’s the risk they see in the city, so AA is pretty low-risk investment,” Kane said. However, Kane said that the rating could be higher. The system has three tiers, A, AA and AAA, and the city could reach that third tier if there are certain improvements. The chief improvement, according to Sullivan and Kane, would be related to the management of Other PostEmployment Benefits (OPEB), which is currently at $260 million. The OPEB, according to Kane, is the health insurance benefits that are expected to be paid out for retired city employees. A portion of the total is what the city pays currently, in addition to estimation of what will be paid, Kane noted. This is found through formulations that include expected dates of retirement and how long benefits may be collected for. “The one thing that they do talk about is the OPEB, that they are looking for a plan of action,” Sullivan said. Sullivan noted that the city is addressing this, including his request last week to City Council for $100,000 from the “health insurance holiday” to be put toward the OPEB account. In addition, he said that in March 2018 he expects to request an additional $600,000 to go toward the account. This addressing of OPEB is something that Sullivan said other cities and towns are starting to do nationwide. “The focus has never been there before but the financial world is saying what if something happened, how would you handle that,” he said.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Parker Memorial Park West Silver Street Westfield, Massachusetts Saturday, November 11, 2017, 11 am 11TH MONTH-11TH DAY -11TH HOUR VETERANS’ ORGANIZATIONS Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1847 American Legion Post 124 American Legion Whip City Memorial Post 454 Westfield Marine Corps League Detachment 141 Vietnam Veterans Chapter 219 Committee Dan Bishop, Cindy Lacoste, Paul Nimchick, Jr., Richard Trusty, Joe Delaney, Robert Ragone, Rene Cote, Robert Callahan, Don Wielgus
BLANDFORD: Assessor’s Meeting at 6 pm Selectboard Meeting at 7 pm Zoning Board Meeting at 7 pm
TOLLAND: Men’s Coffee at PSC Building at 7:45 am Board of Selectmen at 5 pm
Senator Humason holding public office hours State Senator Don Humason announced today that he will be holding public office hours during October in all 11 cities and towns in the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire District. Senator Humason or his staff will be available at public office hours on the following dates: Monday, October 30, 2017 Granville Public Library 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Tolland Public Library 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM All are welcome to visit and share their thoughts or concerns about state matters with Senator Humason and his staff. In addition to office hours throughout the district, Senator Humason and staff are also available to meet with constituents at the Senator’s district office, located at 64 Noble Street in Westfield. No appointment is necessary, but calling ahead is recommended. Senator Humason’s District Office staff can be reached at (413) 568-1366. Staff in his Boston Office can be reached at (617) 722-1415 for legislative matters. Senator Humason’s email address is Donald.Humason@MASenate.gov If you would like to run a Birthday Announcement in The Westfield News contact us at: 413-562-4181
2nd suit filed to prevent sale of Massachusetts museum’s art PITTSFIELD (AP) — A second lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to stop a Massachusetts museum from auctioning 40 works of art, including two by Norman Rockwell. The suit filed Thursday by three Lenox residents says the Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield breached its contract with members by exceeding the terms of its charter when it decided to remove the art. The museum says it's selling the works to secure its financial future and refocus its mission. Nicholas O'Donnell, a lawyer for the plaintiffs in the latest suit, tells The Berkshire Eagle the sale is "a lazy solution" to the nonprofit museum's financial challenges. Norman Rockwell's three sons were among the plaintiffs in the first suit filed last Friday. Both name the museum's trustees as defendants. The museum's lawyer says both suits are without merit.
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Letter to the Editor To the Editor It would be a privilege to continue to represent the citizens of Westfield on the School Committee. During my first term, I have used my experience as a professional educator and local leader to bring issues of concern to the leadership of the committee and to engage in discussions about responsible school budgets, new professional teacher requirements, and the reform of unfunded mandates that impact schools and labor. In addition, to my service directly on the school committee, I have previously served as a founding board member of the Head Start School-Westfield, an Adjunct Faculty member at Westfield State University, and a Counselor/Supervisor at the Carson Center. These experiences have been educational, as well as important in allowing me to help shape school policy positions on matters related to Westfield students and teachers. I have raised concerns about student achievement, excessive testing, equitable funding for all schools, and creating our collective support for universal PreK-Early Education programs. As an advocate for public schools, my efforts have reduced spending when we invested in building renovations, HVAC and GoGreen plans, expanded the Pathways Program Alternative School at Angie Holmes House, and passed a new school transportation 5 year plan; all of which reduced school and municipal financial spending at the local level. I have worked with all committee members for the past four years to bring forward the mission of educating our youth and help lead the next era of school reform. In my role on the School Committee, I presently serve as Chair of the Instruction and Curriculum subcommittee. I continue to speak with a powerful voice and to engage in debate and discussions on both state and national matters impacting public education. As a college student at Springfield College, I helped create the first Mentoring program and I have served as a delegate to the National Education Association convention. I would appreciate your continued support and your vote to re-elect me as a School Committee member. Thank you. Jeffrey L. Gosselin, M.Ed., C.A.G.S. jgosselin1@verizon.net
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Of Art and Politically Correctness Mayor Sarno’s statement in The Springfield Republican on the Dr. Seuss mural “You have to put your foot down and draw a line in the sand” refers to a great time of courage in our history! In 1836 Lt. Col. William Barrett Travis and 163 Texans took refuge in the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas against 4,000 Mexican troops under General Santa Anna. Their choice was simple, surrender or die! Travis drew a line in the sand with his sword. Those that wished to surrender and live should step over it! 163 brave men did not. Out of ammunition they used their muskets as clubs and fought to the last man! Mad men and women should not rewrite American History! If a mural painted in 1937 offends people after being viewed for 80 years, it may be the politically correct viewers not the artist who are at fault! Murals, statues and works of art such as paintings and sculptures should not be harmed by the politically correctness police! Are they going to insist that bras and panties be painted on nudes done by the great masters? If we are attacking raciallycharged monuments like Gen. Robert E. Lee who was an American Civil War hero, how about the Jefferson Memorial? President Jefferson not only owned slaves but had children with one of them! It is just plain wrong to condemn people in our past who lived in different cultures! Mayor Sarno is right, a line must be drawn in the sand and art should not be affected by the politically correct right or left! Bill Hardie Russell, MA
Part of a file, dated Nov. 24, 1963, quoting FBI director J. Edgar Hoover as he talks about the death of Lee Harvey Oswald, released for the first time on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, is photographed in Washington. The public is getting a look at thousands of secret government files related to President John F. Kennedy's assassination, but hundreds of other documents will remain under wraps for now. The government was required by Thursday to release the final batch of files related to Kennedy's assassination in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963. But President Donald Trump delayed the release of some of the files, citing security concerns. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
JFK Files: Thousands released but Trump holds back others By CALVIN WOODWARD and DEB RIECHMANN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has blocked the release of hundreds of records on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, bending to CIA and FBI appeals, while the National Archives came out Thursday night with a hefty cache of others. "I have no choice," Trump said in a memo, citing "potentially irreversible harm" to national security if he were to allow all records to come out now. He placed those files under a six-month review while letting 2,800 others come out, racing a deadline to honor a law mandating their release. The documents approved for release and made public late Thursday capture the frantic days after the Nov. 22, 1963, assassination, during which federal agents madly chased after tips, however thin, juggled rumors and sifted through leads worldwide. They include cables, notes and reports stamped "Secret" that reveal the suspicions of the era — around Cubans and Communists. They cast a wide net over varied activities of the Kennedy administration, such as its covert efforts to upend Fidel Castro's government in Cuba. For historians, it's a chance to answer lingering questions, put some unfounded conspiracy theories to rest, perhaps give life to other theories. Despite having months to prepare for disclosures that have been set on the calendar for 25 years, Trump's decision came down to a last-minute debate with intelligence agencies — a tussle the president then prolonged by calling for still more review. The delay sparked a round of finger-pointing among agencies and complaints that Trump should have released all records. Roger Stone, a sometime Trump adviser who wrote a book about his theories on the assassination, urged Trump to review personally any material that government agencies still want to withhold. Trump should at least "spot check" any extensive redactions to make sure agencies are not "dabbling in acts of criminal insubordination," Stone said in a statement. As for the unreleased documents, Trump will impress upon federal agencies that "only in the rarest cases" should JFK files stay secret after the six-month review, officials said. In the meantime, experts will be poring through a mountain of minutiae and countless loose threads in search of significant revelations. In the chaotic aftermath of the assassination, followed two days later by the murder of the shooter, Lee Harvey Oswald while in police custody, FBI Director J, Edgar Hoover vented his frustration in a formerly secret report found in the files. It opened: "There is nothing further on the Oswald case except that he is dead." But, reflecting on Oswald less than an hour after he died, Hoover already sensed theories would form about a conspiracy broader than the lone assassin. "The thing I am concerned about, and so is (deputy attorney general) Mr. Katzenbach, is having something issued so we can convince the public that Oswald is the real assassin," he said. He also reported: "Last night we received a call from our Dallas office from a man talking in a calm voice and saying he was a member of a committee organized to kill Oswald." Hoover said he relayed that warning to Dallas police and was assured Oswald would be sufficiently protected. Oswald was shot dead the next day by Jack Ruby. A document from 1975 contains a partial deposition by Richard Helms, a deputy CIA director under Kennedy who later became CIA chief, to the Rockefeller Commission, which was studying unauthorized CIA activities in domestic affairs. Commission lawyers appeared to be probing for information on what foreign leaders might have been the subject of assassination attempts by or on behalf of the CIA. A lawyer asks Helms: "Is there any information involved with the assassination of President Kennedy which in any way shows that Lee Harvey Oswald was in some way a CIA agent or agent" — here the document ends, short of his answer.
Among the files is a more than 400-page document that appeared to describe people being monitored as potential threats to Kennedy and his successor, Lyndon B. Johnson. Officials described one such person this way: "Subject participated in pickets against JFK in 1961. Allegedly trained in guerrilla tactics & sabotage. Considered very dangerous by those who know him. Has visited USA & Cuba. Considered armed and dangerous." Some suspicions missed the mark badly. One document describes a person who sent a letter to Johnson in December 1963 stating "you're doomed." The document says: "Interviewed 1/23/64; friendly. Said letter was a joke. Not dangerous. Attending 5th grade." The collection also discloses a Sept. 14, 1962, meeting of a group of Kennedy's senior aides, including brother Robert, the attorney general, as they discussed a range of options against Castro's communist government. The meeting was told the CIA would look into the possibility of sabotaging airplane parts that were to be shipped to Cuba from Canada. McGeorge Bundy, JFK's national security adviser, cautioned that sensitive ideas like sabotage would have to be considered in more detail on a case-by-case basis. Much of Thursday passed with nothing from the White House or National Archives except silence, leaving unclear how the government would comply with a law requiring the records to come out by the end of the day — unless Trump was persuaded by intelligence agencies to hold some back. White House officials said the FBI and CIA made the most requests within the government to withhold some information. Trump ordered agencies that have proposed withholding material related to the assassination to report to the archivist by next March 12 on which specific information meets the standard for continued secrecy. That standard includes details that could cause "harm to the military defense, intelligence operations, law enforcement or conduct of foreign relations," Trump wrote in his order. The archivist will have two weeks to tell Trump whether those recommendations validate keeping the withheld information a secret after April 26. The full record will still be kept from the public for at least six months — and longer if agencies make a persuasive enough case for continued secrecy. The collection includes more than 3,100 records — comprising hundreds of thousands of pages — that have never been seen by the public. About 30,000 documents were released previously — with redactions. Whatever details are released, they're not expected to give a definitive answer to a question that still lingers for some: Whether anyone other than Oswald was involved in the assassination. The Warren Commission in 1964 concluded that Oswald had been the lone gunman, and another congressional probe in 1979 found no evidence to support the theory that the CIA had been involved. But other interpretations, some more creative than others, have persisted.
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Peter M. Guerrette WESTFIELD – Peter M. Guerrette, 69, (1948-2017) passed away on Monday, October 23, 2017. Peter was born January 12, 1948 in Caribou, Maine to the late Henry and Emma (Cote) Guerrette. He graduated from Caribou High School in 1967. He was a hardworking man who loved spending time with his family, gardening, listening to music and enjoying the outdoors. Peter was in the U. S. Army and served in Vietnam. He also worked as a laser welder for Westinghouse for over 42 years. Peter leaves behind his wife of 39 years, Mary (Murray) Guerrette, his daughter Kristy Guerrette and her fiancé Chad Hawkins, his daughter-in-law Cynthia (Menard) Guerrette, his grandchildren, Colin, Sean and Aaron Guerrette, his brother Maynard Guerrette and his wife Sandi and his sister, Sr. Mona Guerrette. Peter was predeceased by his son Mark Guerrette, as well as his sister Theresa Heath and his brother Arnold Guerrette. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday from 1-3PM in the Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield. Burial with Military Honors will be held on Monday at 3PM in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1390 Main St. Agawam, MA. www.firtionadams.com
The Band plays from American Originals.
Greater Westfield Community Band Performs The Greater Westfield Community Band held their Fall Concert at the North Middle School. The band is made up of your fellow community members. The concert covered a range of music from American Originals, a Copeland Tribute, Disney At The Movies, and much more. (Photos by Lynn F. Boscher)
Jo-Ann (Hawley) Chaffee SOUTHWICK – Jo-Ann (Hawley) Chaffee, 63, died Tuesday, October 24, 2017 in Baystate Medical Center. She was born on April 27, 1954 in Westfield to the late David and Eleanor (Greenwood) Hawley. She grew up in Montgomery, attended local schools and was a 1972 graduate of Gateway Regional High School. Jo-Ann worked at the Big Y for the past 31 years. She leaves her husband of 40 years James A. Chaffee, her children Diana Kopecky of N.C., Melissa Chaffee of Southwick, Jennifer Dennis of Agawam and James Chaffee, Jr. of Chicopee, her grandchildren Sabrina, Jasmine, Dylan, R.J., Nick, Logan and D.J., her siblings Jane Hawley of Westfield, Laura Lombardini of Westfield, Robert Hawley of Chicopee, Martie Cortis of Russell and David Hawley of Westfield. She also leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her brother Chip Hawley of Las Vegas in 2009. Her family would like to thank the Southwick Fire and Police Dept. as well as the nurses at Baystate Medical Center for the exceptional care and compassion that was given to Jo-Ann. A celebration of life for Jo-Ann will be held on Monday, October 30th from 4-7 pm at the Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad Street, Westfield. A service will follow at 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jo-Ann may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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Parker Atkin on the Timpani.
The flute section enjoys the “the Copeland Tribute” Trumpeter, Cynthia “Tink” Hartdegen concentrates on her part.
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Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017 6:46 a.m.: Accident, hit-and-run, Parker Avenue. Police received a report of a vehicle that was reportedly struck sometime overnight. 11:43 a.m.: Accident, Elm Street. Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident with no injuries that was causing traffic. A 2013 Ford Edge and a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic were involved. No tow truck requested. 1:47 p.m.: Traffic or motor vehicle complaint, East Main Street. Police received a report of a large rolled tent that was in the roadway. 3:52 p.m.: Accident, Western Avenue and Kensington Avenue. Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident. A 2016 Volkswagen GTI and a 2002 Nissan Altima were involved. Injuries were reported and two tow trucks were requested. Westfield Fire ambulance and personnel transported injured to Baystate Noble Hospital. 8:41 p.m.: Accident, Russellville Road. Police received a report of a person who claimed that a car may have struck their home. Police reported that a tow truck was requested and a person was transported to Baystate Noble Hospital via Westfield Fire ambulance and personnel. 9:23 p.m.: Incapacitated person, East Main Street. Police received a report from an employee at a restaurant that there was a male party who may be under the influence and who was with a child. Police reported that the child and the male were picked up by family at the scene.
Officers injured after car chase ends in crash SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Two Massachusetts police officers were hospitalized after their cruiser was struck by a suspect's car during a chase. A spokesman for the Springfield Police Department says the chase started when police tried to pull over a driver with outstanding arrest warrants at about 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The driver led officers on a lowspeed pursuit for several minutes before he crashed into a police cruiser head-on. Both officers and the suspect were hospitalized. The department spokesman says the officers' injuries were minor and they have been released from the hospital. Twenty-year-old Robert Hernandez faces multiple charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, refusing to stop for a police officer and driving to endanger.
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Taking the home-buying plunge young: 20-somethings weigh in By MOLLY SPRAYREGEN Associated Press Buying a home can be daunting, especially if you're young. Twenty-somethings (many of them new to saving and some carrying student-loan debt) can be intimidated by the sheer amount of money and paperwork involved in home-buying. And there's a vast amount of conflicting information online. "I think a lot of young buyers get a lot of bad information," says Chicago-based Realtor Matt Laricy, who suggests going to a real-estate agent for reliable information. Other 20-somethings who have taken the plunge — some with outside financial help, some without — also have advice to share. Here's some of what they've learned:
SWEAT THE DETAILS "Stand in the bathtub before you buy the house," says Alyssa Bear, 28, who owns a home in Iowa with her husband. She had a home inspection done, and was sure to check every faucet and even turn on the oven before agreeing to purchase her home. Yet she wishes she'd been even more thorough. She discovered a crack and leak in the bathtub upon stepping in to take her first shower after moving in. Had she known about it in advance, she says, she would have insisted that the previous owners fix it. McKensie Kahnweiler bought a condo in Chicago at age 25 and sold it four years later, in 2015. She adored it, but regrets not looking more closely into the parking situation before buying. She also urges buyers to check the quality of windows and appliances. Make sure, she says, "that you're not buying into a money pit." Getting a professional home inspection is a standard and vital step in buying a home. Consult experts and do research to make sure you hire a reputable inspector.
YOU'LL NEED MORE MONEY THAN YOU THINK Emily and Brian Townsend, 28 and 27, own a condo together in Chicago and were surprised by the many unforeseen costs during the buying process. They found themselves stressed as they pulled together money for closing expenses. According to the real-estate website Zillow, closing costs, which may include fees for appraisal, origination, underwriting and more, can add up to between 2 percent and 5 percent of the cost of the home, which can mean several thousand added dollars. There is also the cost of maintenance. Alex Garza, 27, another Chicago condo owner, emphasizes the importance of keeping an emergency fund. "If I do have a large expense that I need to take care of, I've got that fund there to help me feel secure," she says. And on the subject of money, keep a paper trail. The Townsends used gift money from special occasions, like their
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training in the U.S. Army, and then went to college for mechanical engineering, earning an M.B.A. from Western New England University. He said he is also a Post 124 veteran. LeFebvre described himself as a successful engineering manager in new projects and new designs. He has family in town, and his wife is a retired teacher, he said. Moderator Patrick Berry of The Westfield News asked both candidates what they believe are the three most important concerns facing Ward 5. LeFebvre said infrastructure, which is always important. He said he would like to promote business within the ward, to help with taxes. Third, he named sewers, saying he would like to get them to residents that don’t have them. He said he’s lived on the same street for 43 years, and hasn’t “seen a sewer yet.” Paul said when he talks to Ward 5 residents they tell him he has the family values and business success, but “get me value for my tax dollars. I’ve been here 20, 30, 40 years. Where are my sewers and infrastructure? Give me the infrastructure I pay for.” Paul said the most important thing is doing the job, taking care of everybody, and finding a way to work with the City Council and Mayor in partnership. The two candidates were then asked what the top priority was for the city as a whole, why and how they would address it. Paul said the biggest issue the city has is getting the value for “our” tax dollar in the town, and in the streets. He said on the sewer issue, he worked out a way by putting together a Bond that was paid for by sewer fees. He said the biggest other issue was internet for the city, adding that now Westfield has the most significant Broadband in the area. LeFebvre said he believes the school budget is the biggest issue. He said as a project manager for 30 years, he has worked on plenty of budgets, and knows how to manage the budget of the school system and any money being spent improperly. He said he believes the City Council should micromanage where the expenditures are going. Berry said the Ward 5 portion of the Columbia Greenway Rail Trail was the first completed, and asked both candidates how important they feel the final completion of the rail trail is to the development and success of Westfield. LeFebvre said the rail trail is very successful. He said he lives right near it, and can see it from his house. “I think it’s very important for the city; something for people to do in town and get exercise,” he said, adding that it will be great when they continue it into Northampton and all the way down to CT. “The Rail Trail is part of a value proposition to differentiate our city,” Paul said. He said the first thing he did was put in a blinking light and a button to push at the intersection on Shaker Road where traffic goes 40 mph, which he said provides safety and help to the people who use it. Paul was then asked what are his biggest accomplishments in Ward 5 since being elected. He said as a ward councilor, he is responsible for being an advocate for that ward. He said as a ward person, you get every at-large councilor saying, you’ve got a problem. Call the ward councilor. “That’s been my priority, advocating for everyone in it. Ward 5 pays hefty taxes,” he said. He is also addressing a lack of air conditioning in some rooms in Munger Hill, he said. LeFebvre was asked what one thing he would want to accomplish for Ward 5 if elected. He answered that the first thing would be to be known as an active, demanding person who is a good manager. He said he’s proud of Westfield. “When residents of Ward 5 ask me a question, I’ll make sure I get the answer. I want to be the voice of my ward,” he said. Asked what are the biggest needs of Ward 5 not being met, LeFebvre repeated that his area near Shaker Road does not yet have sewers. He said plowing is one of the things the city has to always try to do, as well as keep the infrastructure completely cleared in the winter. Paul said his biggest Ward 5 disappointment in terms of goals not yet achieved was the stormwater work. He said they came up with a plan a couple of years ago for sewers and pump station, but the stormwater part didn’t go through. Paul said with stormwater improvements, the entire street gets redone. He plans to work on another $20 million bond that will be repaid from stormwater fees of $50 per year. When asked how to balance the expense needs of the city with the vocal opposition to ever-increasing taxes, Paul answered that last year, residential taxes were not raised. He said that was due to efficiencies in the budget. He said he went back with help from President Brent Bean and found out that $2 million in Free Cash was being spent on prior year’s bills. “Taxes are not going up 6%. We’ve got cash coming in, and the Mayor, who came up with $1.5 million in efficiencies. We’ll be lucky if we get near a 2% increase,” Paul said, In response to the same question, LeFebvre said, as a manager, you have to look elsewhere for revenue. “We have to be more micromanagers,” he said, adding that while the School Committee has to pay for salaries. “We might have to divert funding. We have to find ways to find more revenue through micromanaging,” he repeated. Both candidates were asked how to justify improvements to Munger Hill elementary, one of the newest school buildings in the city, when others are much older and in greater need. LeFebvre said no matter how new or old a building is, there are always going to be maintenance costs. “There is no difference, as far as monthly maintenance costs. Older schools need to meet minimum state requirements,” he said. Paul said Munger Hill is the only school in Ward 5, and half a dozen classrooms don’t have air conditioning. He said every six months, he holds a communications meeting at Munger Hill, where he said the PTO and teachers work together to make the school look good. “It’s like a community school. They take good care of it. The issue in Ward 5 is we want to see the money spent to put technology in these schools,” Paul said. Another individual question to Paul was about the perception of the City Council as very divided and getting worse every year. “Is that a fair assessment, and what have you done to improve relations among the councilors?” Berry asked. Paul said the City Council has its little clubs, and sometimes it seems one side votes one way, and one votes the other, although he added maybe all cities are like that. “The Finance Committee I’m thrilled about,” said Paul, who serves as its chair. “We come together to get the right things done,” he added. LeFebvre was asked what department heads he’s met with to better understand that department’s budget and what has he learned. LeFebvre said he has met with (Councilors) Brent Bean and Cindy Harris, and talked to them about the city’s budget. Berry asked both candidates whether the tax shift between the residential and commercial tax rate is fair, noting that Ward 5 residents pay among the highest property taxes in the city. “I think it’s fair, LeFebvre said. The property tax is based on the value of homes. “Of course, we should pay more taxes,” he added. “I think at this point the tax shift is fair,” Paul said, adding that the commercial side is more prosperous and house values are rising. He said a couple of points one way or the other wouldn’t make much difference. Paul was then asked how his experience in business has helped him on the City Council. He said a lot of the councilors have opened businesses or worked in business. “I’ve had the opportunity to do that all over the world. If you can’t solve a problem, there isn’t one,” he said. He said for him, the work of business is coming up with answers. “More efficient, more effective – grow the business. Here is the solution and the remedy. There aren’t any excuses in the business world,” he said. When asked how he would apply his skills and talents as an aerospace engineer to the work of the City Council, LeFebvre said as an aerospace manager, he knows how to work with people to get things done in the right amount of time. He said he has worked on plenty of budgets. “Teamwork: A lot of things we have to do in the city require people skills,” he said. In closing, LeFebvre said he’s lived in Westfield all his life, and wants to be an active speaker. He said his qualifications include being a leader in the aerospace industry for 30 years. He said he thinks the City Council has good teamwork, and didn’t see anything wrong with it. He also said he believes in customer satisfaction. “I’m very proud of this city. I have two kids, and two grandchildren in the school system, and my wife,” he said. Paul thanked everybody who attended and everybody watching at home in Ward 5. “I appreciate the support on the street. I would appreciate your giving me the opportunity to do it again. I like being Ward councilor,” he said, adding, “I thank Chrissy, Bob and the kids for putting up with me for having this extra job.”
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Moderator Patrick Berry’s first two questions to all the candidates concerned the elementary school building project. He asked them given the contentions and litigious nature of the proposed school on Ashley and Cross streets, and the Supreme Judicial Court’s decision not to encroach on protected land, what is their position on building a school on that site. Cindy Sullivan said the school building project was part of the reason that she wanted to run for the School Committee. She said the SJC’s decision was that the city could not build on 1.3 acres, but the district had already started to think about building a smaller school on the site. She added that Abner Gibbs is 102 years old, and Franklin Avenue needs to be closed, and perhaps renovated for Fort Meadow pre-school students. She said the Cross St. site was vetted for traffic and other considerations. “The children downtown need a 21st century school,” Sullivan said. O’Connor agreed that Westfield needs a new school, it has to be in the downtown, and Franklin Avenue and Abner Gibbs have to close. He said in the new student census with five K-4 elementary schools, they will have about 400 each. “Right now, the decision to move forward with the school is not with the courts, but with the MSBA (Massachusetts School Building Association),” O’Connor said. He added that when the decision comes, the district has to move quickly. Heather Sullivan said other schools are also outdated. She said when she did the reading during her first tenure on the School Committee of the plan for the 600 student school, in her opinion there was not enough land on the site. She said the state usually insists on 5 to 10 acres for that size school. She also said her children went to Paper Mill School, which did not have enough parking. “I’m open to looking at other places in the downtown,” Sullivan said, adding, “Make sure there’s enough land and parking, and when there’s an emergency, that it’s fully accessible.” Gosselin said he first started going to the planning meetings in 2011. He said one of the main issues was zoning, and the Ashley St./Cross St. location was the only space for the school. He said Franklin Avenue wasn’t a big enough location. Gosselin said after all of the deliberation and time spent, he believes it is worth continuing the plan, adding that Westfield is at the top of the MSBA list. As a follow up question, Berry asked whether the candidates think other suggested locations such as near South Middle, Franklin Avenue or Westfield High School should be considered for the new school. O’Connor said those sites had been considered. He said he hasn’t personally been involved in the studies, but he’s open. “One thing is sure, as we sit here today, we’ve got to get going on that school,” O’Connor said, adding that it is holding up building improvements at Westfield High School, such as a new science wing. He also said he’s not opposed to looking at other sites. Heather Sullivan said she thinks all sites should be considered and weighed. “A community school in the downtown is a very important piece, I agree with that,” she said. However, she said she wouldn’t want to rush into something just because a plan had started there. She again expressed concern about traffic at the Cross St. location. “I’m not going to say it’s absolutely out for me. I just want to have the opportunity to make things better,” she said. Gosselin said the other sites could be looked at, repeating that when they previously looked at the downtown district zone Cross St. fit. “I believe the Mayor has a good plan. We’ve been fighting for a school for so long, why throw in the towel now,” Gosselin said, unless MSBA isn’t willing to go forward at the site, he added. Cindy Sullivan said the site at Cross St. was looked at very closely, including a traffic study. She said South Middle School would lose its fields, and a new road would have to be built there. She also said when Westfield High School was located where it is now, residents were mad about that , and the same was true for Paper Mill and Munger Hill. As for Franklin Avenue, when it was looked at eight years ago, there was a problem about it being in a flood zone. “This school is for the downtown,” she said, adding that she is fine with looking at other places, but that a feasibility study costs $700,000. Berry then asked individual questions of the candidates. To Heather Sullivan, he said since she last served on the School Committee, state requirements of school performance changed dramatically. He asked what she could bring to improve student performance in the changed environment. Heather Sullivan said when she served on the School Committee the first time, they were presented with ideas and programs all with the same goal of making students successful. However, she said it was very different looking at programs twice a month, than being in the schools. She said teachers are under too much pressure to raise grades, and held to too many numbers they have to reach. “We have to be careful of how much testing we put on kids. Kids need to remember how fun education is,” Sullivan said. To Gosselin, Berry said with Mr. Duval’s decision to not seek reelection, he becomes the only educator on the School Committee. He asked what unique perspective of his background does he bring to the School Committee. Gosselin responded that he would miss Dr. Duval. He said as an educator, he is with students in the class every day. He said he served as chair of the education and curriculum sub-committee, and has been able to bring programs from other districts through his connections. As one of the longest-serving School Committee members, Berry asked Cindy Sullivan what challenges they faced today that are different from when she was first elected. Sullivan said she has served under three different superintendents, each bringing different challenges. She agreed that “testing has gotten completely out of control,” but that it is state mandated, adding that neither she nor her own kids like MCAS. “I think our schools have come a long way in the past eight years,” Sullivan said, giving the example of Tier 1, 2 and 3 interventions to help struggling students. “Teachers are working as hard as they can,” she added. Addressing the next question to O’Connor, Berry noted that he is a proponent of keeping Westfield students competitive by having access to the best technology. He said the best technology is not cheap, asking O’Connor how he proposes executing that plan with such a strict school budget. O’Connor said the needs of technology are ongoing and not inexpensive. He said in the early 2000’s on the School Committee, they established a technology line of credit. He also said he’s pleased that the district has added a technology line item to the budget, although he said it may not be enough. He believes the new Bring Your Own Device policy will help to integrate digital learning, but will also carry costs. “If we aren’t moving forward with technology, we’re moving backward,” O’Connor said, adding that the district has to ensure there is funding to keep technology moving. Staying on finances, Berry asked all of the candidates, being that the school department is the largest in the city and perceived to have plenty of “fat,” what measures have they proposed or would they propose to improve the education of children while also cutting costs. Gosselin said recent savings were made in approving a five-year transportation plan, instead of a three-year plan. He also said that sending students to Russell did not add additional spending when it came to mileage. He said another gain was in adding the Transition School on E. Mountain Road and an alternative school, which keeps kids in the district as opposed to out of district. Cindy Sullivan said the budget is always a “hot topic, espe-
cially this time of year.” She said unfortunately the school department being the biggest takes the cut. Sullivan said in the eight years she has served, there are 100 less staff with no fewer students. She also said they cut special education supervisors this year, and have fewer administrators than surrounding districts. Sullivan said she has always asked superintendents to cut employees and programs farthest away from children. This year, she said the School Committee cut $2 million from the school budget before it went to the City Council. O’Connor said that in the $60 million school budget, 80% is personnel and 20% expenses, so there’s not a lot of room to cut expenses, and cuts would have to be made in personnel. “The superintendent and administration have done a great job with the budget,” O’Connor said. He said maintaining smaller class sizes is paramount, which they have as a goal. He agreed that the goal would be the least impact to students, “thinking out of the box,” he said. Heather Sullivan said when she and Tim served on the School Committee together, the cuts went to personnel. She cautioned that while you can put students in front of the computer, they need the personal interaction. She said people say para-professionals could be doing something else with their time, and they are also concerned about the cost of special education. She said students have to stay in the district. “I think in the past we were very top heavy in the administration. I am worried about special education, because the program my son was in got cut,” she added. All the candidates were asked about Westfield’s Level 3 status, and how to improve the schools while maintaining costs. Cindy Sullivan said that Level 3 is determined by only one elementary or middle school or high school. “You are the level of your lowest schools,” she said. “Our kids are doing pretty well, getting advanced and proficient in many levels.” She said they are going to college, or graduating Westfield Technical Academy and getting $60,000 to $80,000 jobs. She said the schools are focusing on literacy and integrating new software. “Kids have to know how to read.” She said nationwide the majority of kids in college have to take remedial English. O’Connor said it’s a problem as long as the schools can’t rely on public funding. He also said it doesn’t take much for a Level 1 school to move to Level 3, which he said is more frustrating for parents and teachers. He said some of the causes are socio-economic, as well as the costs of special education. He agreed that early literacy is key. He said he was on one of the first school Committees to establish Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). At the time, he thought, why doesn’t everyone have an IEP? “We’re moving in that direction. We need to understand the individual needs of every student,” he said. Heather Sullivan said having reading intervention specialists, like she was, is a good way to start. “Nothing is perfect. The money we’re spending on parts of this isn’t perfect,” she said. While she agrees the computers are part of the program, she said the kids would much rather be with a teacher in a small group. “I want kids to love to read. I don’t like the idea of one way fits all. We’re doing so many things right,” she said. Gosselin said he believes the district must invest in professional development. He said he was the driving force on the curriculum committee’s focus on math, which he said the state is going to require for 4 years. He said it comes down to the staff. “Keep teaching, upgrade standards, keep moving forward,” he said. Regarding the major redistricting Westfield Public Schools are facing, Berry asked all the candidates what positives or negatives they foresee in the plan. O’Connor congratulated the district on its plan for an intermediate and middle school. “The teams did a terrific job,” he said, adding that the next step will be to build the 5/6 and 7/8 schools’ needs and then determine the staffing for them. He also said that communication to fourth graders who were “going to be kings,” as well as to parents and teachers is important, and that the transition plan should be relayed well ahead of time. “I’m excited about the plan. The new administration took the bull by the horns, and did things the way they should be done,” said Heather Sullivan, adding that there will always be some people who are disappointed. She said the way they started, and with the opportunity to fill out surveys, “everyone was heard. I have a ton of faith. This was rolled out beautifully,” she said. Gosselin said the positives are the smaller K-4 elementary schools. He said the negative may be in the transportation piece with more busing. “I think it will work well. Many schools have K-4, 5/6 and 7/8 schools,” he said, adding that he works in a middle school. He said he’s hearing approval in the community. “Here, I get to be very happy,” said Cindy Sullivan. She said she’s been fighting for equality in the schools for eight years. “Teachers are happy, although they’re nervous about where they’re going,” she added. She said people wanted to know where their kids would be attending, and the School Committee made the decision for 5/6 and 7/8 a couple of weeks ago. “Redistricting should have been done a long time ago,” she said, adding that she serves on one of the transition sub-committees. In his closing statement, O’Connor thanked Dr. Duval for his service. “Education is a priority for me. I may sound oldfashioned, (but it’s) civic duty, and mine is easily education,” he said. O’Connor continued by saying a successful school system attracts young families and businesses and improves revenue streams. He said since he last served ten years ago, he’s better at budgeting and planning. “I believe in the students in Westfield,” he added, saying with his financial and business experience and years served on the School Committee, he could “hit the ground running Jan. 1.” Heather Sullivan said she is “passionate about education.” She said she raised three children, served on the School Committee, and became a reading interventionist. “In a diverse community, I believe we’re doing a great job educating our students,” she said, talking about the English language learners from all over the world at Highland. “I’m proud of it,” she said. She agreed with O’Connor, saying, “My civic duty is easy – education.” Sullivan said while working in the school system, ‘she brought one home. Now I have a student living with me,” she said. Gosselin said it would be his privilege to continue to represent residents on the School Committee. He said he has worked on the reform of unfunded mandates, and was a founding member of the board of Head Start and also of the Carson Center. He called himself an advocate for public schools. Besides his work on the School Committee, he said he was in the first mentoring program at Springfield College. “I would appreciate your support. Hold your head high; take on controversial issues, help when you can,” he said. Cindy Sullivan said she is passionate, tells the truth, and is an advocate for people, students, and senior citizens. She said when people watch School Committee meetings, whether they are angry at her votes or not, they know why she votes the way she does, “because it’s the way I believe, the way our schools need to go,” she said. Sullivan said she has a daughter in the Honors program at WHS, and a freshmen son at Westfield Tech choosing a career direction. She said it’s amazing Westfield can do both. She also thanked Duval for his service, and said although she’s not an educator by degree, she is one in practice. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7 Election Day.
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St. Mary’s High School College Fair The students of St. Mary’s High School had an opportunity to get more information on the future education. Westfield State, STCC, HCC, Anna Maria College, Northern Vermont University, Roger Williams University, Holy Cross, Stonehill College, Regis College and many more were represented. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher)
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One shutout; another welcomed in Liliya Stepanchuk (8) keeps ahead of Duggan. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher)
Emily White (24) moves the ball forward. Boscher)
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By CHRIS PUTZ Correspondent WESTFIELD – Westfield Tech freshman Chelsea Krupa (7 saves) recorded a shutout, and three seniors/ captains combined for three goals to pave the way on offense for the hard-charging Tigers, who silence Duggan Academy 3-0 Thursday. Heather Lannon got the scoring started in the first half. Emily White assisted. Later in the first half, Sydnie Brock made it 2-0 with a goal off a pass from Sheilla Martinez. Brock also set up White for another insurance goal late in the game. “I can’t take the time to recognize every player that stepped on the field today, but every one of them earned and deserved this win for us,” Westfield Tech coach Lyle Washington said. Despite a busy schedule with three straight days of games, Westfield Tech continued to flourish and shows not signs of slowing down. Washington pointed to assistant coach Alvin Brown’s conditioning regimen for Westfield Tech’s continued high level of endurance.
“(Alvin) has helped push these girls to be able to perform at this level,” Washington said. “Once again – a great team effort.” Westfield Tech returns to action Friday against SciTech. GIRLS VOLLEYBALL
Bombers end playoff drought Westfield def. Chicopee Comp, 25-14, 24-26, 25-19, 25-19 Westfield (6-12 overall, 5-3 Western League) qualified for the postseason for the first time in seven years by clinching a second place tie in the Western League. The list of contributors was long with Bella Kocziak (8 kills, 3 aces), Autumn Moccia (2 kills, 3 aces), Maddy LeBlanc (3 kills, 2 blocks), Julia Golob (17 assists, 1 ace), Madi Robitaille (9 kills, 3 aces), and Stephanie Sgueglia (3 aces, 16 digs) fueling the epic victory.
Westfield’s Victoria Hosmer for the block against Comp. (Photo by Bill Deren)
Madison Robitaille splits the Chicopee Comp blockers. (Photo by Bill Deren)
Autumn Moccia makes a diving save to keep the ball in play. (Photo by Bill Deren)
Victoria Hosmer with a down the line kill. (Photo by Bill Deren)
Nina Kirpicheva (2) isn’t going to let Duggan steal the ball. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher)
Heather Lannon (11) sets the ball up for a shot at the goal. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher)
Julia Golob sets the Westfield attack.
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Stephanie Sgueglia makes an acrobatic over the shoulder save on a deep ball.
Heather Lannon (11) makes the 1st goal of the game. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher)
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Victoria Hosmer and Julia Golob combine for the block against Chicopee Comp. (Photo by Bill Deren)
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HIGH SCHOOL 2017 FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES Fri., Oct. 27 FIELD HOCKEY vs. East Longmeadow, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER at Chicopee, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. East Longmeadow, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at Chicopee, Szot Park, 6:30 p.m. FOOTBALL vs. Longmeadow, Bullens Field, 7 p.m.
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In this Oct. 15, 2017, file photo, New England Patriots middle linebacker Dont'a Hightower (54) walks off the field after the Patriots defeated the New York Jets 24-17 in an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. A person familiar with the situation says the Hightower will miss Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers and is facing season-ending surgery on his right shoulder. The surgery will be for a torn pectoral muscle, the person told The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, because it has not yet been announced by the team. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
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GIRLS SOCCER Westfield 12-1 Southwick 6-2-3 Gateway 10-2-3 St. Mary 3-10 Westfield Technical Academy 8-4-3
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY Westfield 2-1 Southwick 7-4 St. Mary 1-6 Westfield Technical Academy 1-6 Gateway 2-0
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Blanchard nets hat trick St. Mary’s 3, Smith Voke 1 Aaron Blanchard scored a hat trick in leading St. Mary’s to victory at Westfield Middle School North. St. Mary’s Jack Lamirande, Kevin Rockwal, and Blake Braceland each had one assist. Nick Herman also played a great game for the Saints. St. Mary’s goalie Dom Nomakeo was excellent in goal, making 16 saves.
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Leave the Dogs at Home Dear Annie: I have three dogs. I love them and treat them well. In turn, I expect and receive good behavior. I have worked very hard to train my dogs on proper behavior in the house. They are very well-mannered. I keep them groomed, so even shedding is not much of a problem. I wish people wouldn’t assume that just because I have dogs, it’s fine for them to bring their dogs over when they come by my house. I have had people bring dogs that have peed on my dogs’ beds, on walls, on a wicker chest. (How do you get the smell out of wicker?!) One even pooped in a bedroom. They have chewed and destroyed my dogs’ toys, too. How can I tactfully tell folks who are coming to visit not to bring their dogs? I never take my dogs to other people’s homes unless they’re invited. -- Gone to the Dogs Dear Gone to the Dogs: What’s wrong with saying, “Please don’t bring your dog along”? It’s not rude -- just direct. Let the folks whose dogs are destroying your furniture worry about having more tact. Dear Annie: Years ago, in the 1970s, I was waiting in a fast-food restaurant for my husband. I noticed a family in an adjacent booth -- a mother, a father and their little girl, who seemed to be about 6 years old. While the father was seated with them, all was normal. But as soon as he got up to go to the bathroom, the woman began to berate the child in an angry whisper that I could hear -- telling her that she was all manner of horrible, using such ugly phrases. I was at a loss for words and wished there were some way to show the husband and/or Child Protective Services what was happening. A glimmer of an idea came to me. I was verbally abused as a child and an adult, and I remembered how important the kind words of strangers had been to me. I went to their booth and said, “Ma’am, I am sorry to bother you, but your beautiful little girl is so well-behaved and seems so bright. You must be proud of her.” I looked at the child directly and said, “You are wonderful.” It wasn’t much, but it was all I could think of at the time. -Janet Dear Janet: It wasn’t much? It was a great deal. Perhaps it caused the mother to stop berating her daughter, at least for a moment, and you have no idea how much better your words may have made that little girl feel -- or for how long. She may even still remember it to this day. Kindness begets kindness, and every bit you put into the world encourages more of the same. Good job. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators. com. To find out more about Annie Lane and read features by other Creators Syndicate columnists and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.
HINTS FROM HELOISE BUGS BEGONE! Dear Heloise: A paste of baking soda and water removes bugs from the car windshield. I apply it with an old stocking. -Ron A. in Cleveland Baking soda is my go-to cleaner! Safe, pure and cheap, it’s available everywhere. To receive a collection of my best baking soda hints, visit www.Heloise.com to order, or send a stamped (70 cents), self-addressed, long envelope, along with $5, to: Heloise/Baking Soda, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, TX 78279-5001. A box of baking soda in the freezer absorbs food odors. After a month, pour it down the drain for freshness. -- Heloise THE GREAT COVER-UP Dear Heloise: I keep a paper plate by the microwave. It covers plates and dishes while they are microwaving to prevent splattering, and it’s replaceable when it gets soiled. -Karen M., Fort Wayne, Ind. Put a small glass of water in the microwave when reheating foods, too; this will add moisture. Be careful -- the water will be hot! -- Heloise TIGHT ON THE TOP Dear Heloise: In my opinion, people wear too many baggy clothes. Here’s the look I like: Pair a free-flowing and flirty blouse or lightweight sweater with a fitted pant or skirt. Or choose a snug turtleneck top with a breezy, layered skirt. With a dress, belt it so you’re not swimming in it, or choose a shirtwaist style that is fitted at the top. One element should be tighter (or not baggy), and one loose. This looks more fashionable! -- Wendy S. in Pittsburgh (c)2017 by King Features Syndicate Inc.
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‘Stranger Things’: Even stranger for David Harbour in year 2 By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Even the title is enigmatic. "Stranger Things" could mean so many things: the recent extreme weather; Washington politics; fad recipes for kale. Nearly everyone knows about "Stranger Things." But who can explain what this enigmatic sci-fi-horror series is really about? The second season of "Stranger Things" — all nine episodes' worth — will be released by Netflix on Friday, with much anticipation. And the many ingredients that made the series an instant sensation with its debut in July 2016 remain in evidence: icky monsters and an alternate reality, technology gone wild amid government mischief, childhood innocence and teenage passions, the state of adulthood with its pressures and pitfalls, and all of it viewed through the soft-focus rear-view mirror of nostalgia (the series takes place in a small Indiana town in the 1980s). It's a masterful creation by the somewhat enigmatically dubbed Duffer Brothers. "Stranger Things" has been rightly saluted for its youthful sensibility. It "gets" kids like few other series do. And it has gotten extraordinary young actors to play them, both among the preteens, such as lisping Dustin (played by Gaten Matarazzo) and psychokinetically enabled Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), as well as among the teens, who include high school lovebirds Nancy (Natalia Dyer) and Steve (Joe Keery). As for the adults, Winona Ryder is impressive as single mother Joyce whose 12-year-old son, Will (Noah Schnapp), vanished in the series premiere after encountering a monster from the Upside Down other world. It fell to Jim Hopper, chief of the Hawkins Police Department, to lead the official search for Will — a particularly fraught mission for Hopper after having lost his own daughter to cancer some years earlier, a trauma that plunged him into alcoholic despair. As played by David Harbour, Hopper in the first season was a testy, emotionally absent father-figure for the whole community who nonetheless rose to the occasion — and, much to viewers' surprise, became a fan favorite. "Something we tend to forget in storytelling is that a character doesn't have to be likable right from the get-go," says Harbour. "You don't have to like him, you don't have to feel affection, but you do have to pay attention to him. Hopper gets your attention, even without automatically getting your affection. "That makes for such a deeper relationship when you have mixed feelings about him, rather than those relationships you have with simply heroic characters where you're behind them
the whole way." Harbour's credits include the films "Quantum of Solace," ''Revolutionary Road," ''State of Play" and the forthcoming remake of "Hellboy." He says from the first script for "Stranger Things" he detected in Hopper the bygone flawed heroes from films ranging from "The French Connection" and "The Conversation" to the Indiana Jones films and "Jaws," with its beleaguered police chief played by Roy Scheider. "He's a cop who works at the beach, but he's afraid of the water," says Harbour, "so you KNOW that he's gonna have to go into that water. In the same way, Hopper is a cop who can't stand children after losing his daughter, so you know he's gonna have to go save the kids — and it's gonna be the toughest thing he ever did." Harbour thinks his character's gruff edge serves the show not only on-camera but behind the scenes in connecting with his young cast mates. "I maintain a little bit of that distance with these kids because I care about them so much," he says. "I feel their talent and intelligence, and I'm very protective of them: 'All right, I know everybody thinks you're great, but let's settle down and get to work.' And in return, they have a spontaneity and joy that's infectious." However much he savored the dramatic possibilities for Hopper when he signed up, Harbour could have had no inkling of the cultural impact "Stranger Things" would have ("I was completely shocked," he says). He remains at a loss even now to explain what for him, too, remains somewhat of an enigma. "It's hard to put into words what specifically this show is," he says, "or to characterize what's so good about it. At the end of the day, I think the Duffers are just really good storytellers." The second season begins, appropriately enough, just before Halloween, with a patch of poisoned pumpkins, a new champion at the video arcade (a girl!), and Will afflicted by flashbacks from his Upside Down abduction. Devo's "Whip It" is among the vintage songs heard on the soundtrack, and the boys' Halloween costumes are inspired by that new film hit "Ghostbusters." "Our show is earnest where a lot of stuff nowadays is kind of clever and jaded," says Harbour, still trying to zero in on its appeal. "There's not a fear to go to those places that could be sentimental but instead, are just richly emotional. This is apparently a nostalgia piece, like a love letter to the '80s. But even though we're using the alphabet of nostalgia, the sentences we make are original." ——— Online: www.netflix.com
Bill O’Reilly dropped by literary agency By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Bill O'Reilly has been dropped by his literary agency. "We no longer represent Bill O'Reilly for future deals," William Morris Entertainment announced Thursday. "It is our fiduciary responsibility to service the existing deals we have under contract, but we will not be working with him moving forward." O'Reilly spokesman Mark Fabiani said there was no comment "at the moment." O'Reilly's publisher, Henry Holt & Company, did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
O'Reilly is under a multi-book contract with publisher Holt, including for at least one more "Killing" book. In May, Holt president and publisher Stephen Rubin told The Associated Press that he was "totally committed to Bill, longterm." "We have created the most successful adult nonfiction franchise in recent publishing history and we are thrilled to continue it," Rubin said at the time. According to Holt, more than 17 million copies of O'Reilly's "Killing" series are in print. The historical books, co-written by Martin Dugard, include "Killing Kennedy" and "Killing Lincoln." The most recent book,
"Killing England," was published last month and quickly topped the nonfiction best-seller list of The New York Times, although sales have been lower than with his previous works. "Killing England" was the first O'Reilly book to come out since he was forced out of Fox in April amid numerous allegations of sexual harassment. More recently, The New York Times reported that O'Reilly paid $32 million to a Fox legal analyst to settle a harassment claim. The conservative commentator has denied any wrongdoing, telling the AP in May that he was the victim of false and ideologically driven attacks.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Oct. 27, 2017: This year you have the power and energy to create much more of what you want. Your creativity and charm seem to be charged with possibilities. A strong domestic life becomes more important than you thought possible. If you are single, you might find that a relationship moves too quickly. Slow down and refuse to settle. If you are attached, the two of you might opt to make a major change to your living situation. You and your sweetie are likely to move or remodel your home. AQUARIUS can be stubborn. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You often surprise yourself with your spontaneity and impulsiveness. Friends surround you, though they have a very different agenda. A partner or loved one comes to terms with what is going on, and he or she remains even and steady. Tonight: Avoid a power play at all costs. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH Pressure builds to take charge of a project. You have a strong feeling about where this project needs to head. You have the energy and the wherewithal to find out where others stand before making a decision. A loved one’s smile is contagious. Tonight: Burn the midnight oil. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH Your ability to see the big picture emerges one more time. Your creativity and ability to sleuth out issues merge successfully. Avoid a friend who knows how to pressure you until you agree with him or her. Know when to say “enough is enough.” Tonight: Think “vacation.” CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH One-on-one relating is your strong suit. A romantic tie or creative idea could invigorate your day. Let your imagination wander. Carefully consider your response to a difficult situation. The other party involved serves as a muse in your life. Tonight: Do what comes naturally. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Others seek you out for information or feedback. Your sense of organization will be critical with so much going on. You keep returning calls, instrumenting meetings and coming up with new ideas. A family member also needs a pat on the back. Tonight: Time for TGIF. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH Focus on organization and completing certain overdue tasks. You are likely to discover the power of letting others have their way, even if you disagree with them. A friend or loved one will see the results of his or her actions. Tonight: Recognize when you need to switch gears. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH You can be playful, flirtatious and charming. The unexpected plays a role in your plans. Know that you cannot pigeonhole a key person in your life. Be aware of how easily you can overspend if you are not careful. Avoid a controlling person. Tonight: The party starts now. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH You will want to become more involved with a key project. You might find that you need to spend more time at home in order to handle this matter effectively. You could be asking some revealing questions. Let someone else take the lead for now. Tonight: Dinner at a favorite spot. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You will speak your mind, and others will hear you loud and clear. You might be a little taken aback by a friend who meets you with a strong, clear message. Open up a discussion. Your ingenuity comes through for you when you need it the most. Tonight: Just don’t be alone. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You might want to bypass a problem, but could have difficulty because of a higher-up who insists on putting in his or her two cents. You can’t seem to say “no” to this person. Try not to cop an attitude. Deal with other matters, if possible. Tonight: Treat a family member to dinner. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH Others appear to be unusually responsive. The moment to present a new idea or to encourage someone else to agree with you is now. Do not push if you experience any resistance. Given space, this person could change his or her mind. Tonight: Go for what you want. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH You have a hunch, but you might not be ready to act on it just yet. Take some much-needed personal time. In fact, if you can start the weekend early, do. You don’t always have to be so diligent. A friend might protest because he or she can’t join you. Tonight: Do what you want. BORN TODAY Former U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt (1858), actor John Cleese (1939), actress Ruby Dee (1922)
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Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce – 57TH Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner November 15, 2017 (5:30 – 8:00 pm) East Mountain Country Club, 1458 East Mountain Road Join us as we gather to celebrate our 2017 award winners and you! Congratulations to our Award Winners, Business of the Year: ProAmpac, Non-Profit of the Year: Kevs Foundation, Lifetime Achievement Award: The Perez Family of East Mountain Country Club. Thank to our Event Sponsor: Baystate Noble Hospital. Dinner tickets: $50 for Chamber Members, $60 for Potential Members. Registration is available on our website at www. westfieldbiz.org. Sponsorship opportunities available on our website as well. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please contact: Pam Bussell at The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce: 413.568.1618 or pbussell@westfieldbiz.org.
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LEGAL NOTICES October 27, 2017 (SEAL) COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT
LEGAL NOTICES October 19, 2017 November 2, 2017 LEGAL NOTICE Divorce Request I, Melissa Lakavich, am seeking a legal divorce from: Lyndsay Lakavich
17SM006313 last known residing in West Springfield, MA. ORDER OF NOTICE Multiple attempts have been To: made to contact and initiate diKelly Cy; Robert J. Cyr vorce proceedings, with no resand to all persons entitled to the ults. benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C.c. 50 This publication serves as notice for the Court so that they §3901 et seq.: may grant a legal divorce. Wells Fargo Bank, NA This notice will run for 2 consecclaiming to have an interest in a utive weeks beginning on OctoMortgage covering real property ber 19, 2017 and ending on in Westfield, 131 North Elm November 2, 2017. Street, given by Kelly Cyr and Robert J. Cyr to Mortgage Elec- Response is required by Novemtronic Registration Systems, ber 2, 2017. Inc., as nominee for Access National Mortgage, dated March Melissa Lakavich 26, 2008, and recorded in the 24B Harvard St. Hampden County Registry of Westfield, MA 01085 Deeds in Book 17375, Page 523, and now held by the Plaintiff by assignment has/have filed with this court a complaint AUTO FOR SALE for determination of Defendant's/Defendants' Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before December 4, 2017 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER Chief Justice of said Court on October 18, 2017. Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 201706-0001-YEL
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Sullivan Siding & WindoWS, inc.
Serving Westfield & Surrounding Areas • 25+ Years Experience
• thermal entry / storm doors • • General carpentry & repairs • • complete vinyl sidinG & repairs • Kevin Sullivan
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J IM’S TRACTOR SERVICE A Division of JD Berry Contracting
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R E N O V AT I O N S
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Home Repair Services 413-206-6386
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FULLY INSURED
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FIREPLACES • CHIMNEYS • STEPS • SIDEWALKS • PATIOS CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS • BILCO HATCHWAYS
BRICK - BLOCK STONE - CONCRETE
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Veteran Owned & Operated Westfield, MA
SOLEK MASONRY
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Part Time Teacher Assistant Mother’s hours. Several mornings and/or some afternoons to work with toddlers with special needs in Early Intervention program. High School diploma and experience working with young children required. Submit resume to:
Deadline: Thursday, 1 WEEK PRIOR to your Tag Sale! (not same week)
Thom Westfield Infant and Toddler Services 209 Root Road Suite #2 Westfield, MA 01085 or call Charlene at 413.568.3942 ext. 188
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PCA - PART TIME $14.56 per hour Call Rick after 12pm 569-2111
PETS THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICE Vacation care, over night sittings, daily dog walks. (413)667-3684
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Top Dollar paid for your unwanted cars, trucks, vans. Running or not. We pay and tow away. Sell your car TODAY. 413-534-5400 Buying junk or wrecked cars and light trucks. Call Mark's Auto Parts, E. Granby, CT 860-653-2551
TAG SALES ANTIQUE/YARD SALE! WESTFIELD: 53 Carroll Drive, Thursday/Friday/Saturday, Oct. 26th/27th/28th, 9:00AM3:00PM. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Sports Artifacts! INDOOR ESTATE SALE!
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SOUTHWICK: 119 Berkshire Ave., Fri/Sat, Oct. 27th/28th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
WESTFIELD 113 Franklin Street, Friday/Saturday/Sunday, October 27th/28th/29th, 9:00AM-5:00PM. Huge Tag Sale!
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FIREWOOD
HOME IMPROVEMENT
LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE
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
FIREWOOD & TOP SOIL -----------------
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.
Plumley Landscape, Inc.
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.
CLEANING 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
DRYWALL
SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY
Others try to match our price...but can't beat our quality. Accepting most competitors coupons. We deliver. Run by veterans. Green Meadow Lumber 568-0056
FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING A RON JOHNSON's Floor Sanding, Installation, Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane. Free estimates. (413)569-3066.
FORESTRY JML FORESTRY Seasoned Firewood for Sale 1/2 to Full Cords Delivered 413-575-8900 Westfield
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
HOME DESIGN SERVICES T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete professional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops! Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.
ELECTRICIAN JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC Senior discount. No job too small! Insured, free estimates. 40 years experience. Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682.
TIRED OF WAITING TO GET THINGS DONE? Fresh Look Interiors combines a lifetime love of home and garden with a background in design and home improvement to offer custom cabinet & furniture painting. My home concierge services include styling, cleaning/prep and design consultations for your home, businesss or real estate listing. Visit my website for pricing www.freshlookinteriors.style Call today 508-524-0564
FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE Fully experienced for all your electrical needs, in your home or business. No job too small or too big. Electrical service upgrades, new construction or additions, emergency generators; New installation and maintenance service. Fully insured/licensed. Call Jason, Master Electrician: 413-568-6293
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 !!
LETOURNEAU & SONS PAINTING ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! We are a family owned and operated, painting and home improvement company serving the Westfield area since 1986. We specialize in residential/commercial, interior/exterior painting and staining, ceiling and drywall repairs, water damage repair, exterior home repairs, and carpentry of all types including roof repairs. Call Bill for your FREE no obligation estimate (413) 977-9633 or (413) 562-5727
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 PIONEER VALLEY PROPERTY SERVICES 413-454-3366 Complete Home Renovations, Improvements, Repairs & Maintenance. Kitchens, Baths, Basements, Decks, Siding, Windows, Painting, Flooring and more. Rental Property Management, Turnovers and Repair Services. CSL Licensed, HIC Reg. Fully Insured - Free Estimates & References
413-862-4749 _________________________
Hagger's Landscaping Services LLC All your landscaping needs, Residential & Commercial -------Lawn aeration & seeding, hedge trimming, brush removal. Fall clean-ups, curb-side leaf pick-up, lawn mowing. 5-step fertilizing. Snow plowing & ice management -------Hardscaping Patios, walkways, fire pits and retaining walls. Bobcat services also available. -------Call today for your FREE estimate!!! FULLY INSURED (413) 626-6122 or visit: www.haggerscape.com _________________________
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LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE
A & J LANDSCAPING Fall Clean-ups Mowing, Trimming, Mulching Planting & Landscape Design Quality Work & Service Call Tony
413-519-7001 Bobcat service also available For Bobcat service, call Mike @ 413-562-6502
HOME IMPROVEMENT
POEHLMAN ELECTRIC All types of wiring. Free estimates. Insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. NOW DOING LIGHT FIXTURE REWIRING AND LAMP REPAIR. Gutter de-icing cables installed. All calls answered! Best prices, prompt service. Lic. #A-16886 (413)562-5816
HOUSE PAINTING
Call us today for all your landscape needs. Design and planting, irrigation installation and repair, complete yard renovations. Drainage problems, stump grinding, chipper service, bobcat service, gravel driveways, excavation and demolition, including in-ground and above ground swimming pools.
Fall Clean-ups & Leaf pick-up Rip out & removal of old shrubs & plantings Snow Plowing Residential / Commercial Fully insured 27 years experience
413-575-1016 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 568-0056
LAWNMOWER REMOVALS FREE Removal of Junk Riding Lawnmowers Will remove any junk riding lawnmowers and will buy lawnmowers in running condition. Call anytime: 860-216-8768
PAINTING & WALLPAPERING HOME DECOR Making beautiful new rooms for over 16 years. From cabinet make-overs to faux finishes, and 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
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
RAIN GUTTERS RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED & REPAIRED Chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed. Antennas removed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed. Senior citizen discount. Insured. Free estimates. H.I. Johnson Services (413)596-8859 (before 9pm)
SNOWPLOWING A-1 SNOWPLOWING Affordable Building Contractor Residential & Light Commercial Westfield Only 22 Years Experience Call Dave 413-568-6440
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Lawn care, yard clean-ups, skid steer work, side-walks, tree work. BEST PRICING! 860-818-1703
WESTFIELD 336 Papermill Rd., Sat/Sun, October 28th/29th, 9AM-3PM. Furniture, Dishwasher, File Cabinet, Household and More!
WESTFIELD: 354 Root Rd., Sun, Oct. 29th, 10AM-3PM. Barn Sale! One Day. Antique Furniture, Dining Room Set, Household Items, Collectibles, Art. NO EARLY BIRDS!
WESTFIELD: 77 Colony Cir., Sat., Oct. 28th, 9AM-2PM. Household, Clothes, Toys, Furniture, Fabrics.
GARAGE RENTAL in Westfield. For car storage only. $75/month. Available November 1st. Call 413-568-5905
APARTMENT 5 ROOM, 3 bedroom, completely renovated Westfield/Russell area, country setting. NEW stove, refrigerator and heating unit. Large yard, parking. $975 p/month. No pets please. Call today, won't last. Available October 1. (413)348-3431
WESTFIELD: 1 Bedroom, Kitchen & Bath; Utilities included. $700 p/month, no pets. 1st/Last/Security. 413-250-4811
HOUSE RENTAL
STORAGE
OPEN HOUSE
STORAGE
Sat Oct 21 9:00am-11:00pm
Camper, Boat, Trailer outdoor storage yard. Year-round discounts. Safe and secure. Lockhouse Rd. Westfield, MA JML 413-575-8900
TRUCK SERVICE
Sun Oct 29 11:30am-2:00pm 3 bedroom Cape-style Home. Located in Private Country setting. Walk to Stanley Park. No pets. $1,200.00 per month Call: Dianna 413.530.7136
TOP TRUCK SERVICES CORP. Family Owned Servicing Western Mass since 1998
Truck & Trailer Repair We repair Pick-ups, Vans, SUVs & Campers in addition to light, medium, and heavy duty diesel trucks. NAPA Truck Service Budget Truck Rental Location 24-Hour Emergency Service Fleet Repair MA Inspection Station "No truck or job too big or too small" 165 Bliss St. West Springfield, MA
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TREE SERVICE American Tree & Shrub: Removal, pruning, bucket/crane work. Stump grinding, light excavation and tree planting. Firewood Available 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.
OFFICE SPACE WESTFIELD: Furnished office for rent, one room, 1st floor with private bathroom. $400 per month includes utilities, ample parking, security deposit required. 413-568-1957
BUSINESS PROPERTY COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT 54 MAINLINE DRIVE WESTFIELD, MA 5,000 sq.ft. 220/480 volts CITY GAS & SEWER
Call (413)896-3736 LAND Building Lots for Sale Westfield: 2 Building Lots; 0 Roosevelt Ave. Reduced to $68,500 per lot. Each lot is 0.32 acres, zoned up to a 2,200 sq. ft. home. Across from WHS. Lots are fully cleaned & stumped. All utilities are available. City sewer/water. Call: 413-568-2804 or 364-2459 or 885-3070
WINDOW CLEANING
CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
WESTFIELD: 20 Scenic Road, Friday/Saturday, Oct. 27th/28th, 9AM-3PM. LOTS TO SEE!
STORAGE
floram@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com • BUSINESS DIRECTORY • To Advertise call 413-562-4181 Ext. 118 CHIMNEY SWEEPS
TAG SALES
Cleaned Inside & Out! Including screens and storm windows. Fully insured. Free Estimates Call Paul NOW for your FALL appointment. 413-237-2053
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