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Burglary suspect abandons child, jumps bail By CARL E. HARTDEGEN Staff Writer WESTFIELD – A thief who was apparently stealing on spec hit the jackpot when a Springfield Road storage unit was hit late last month for cash and property valued at about $80,000. A caller from the storage facility called police March 28 to report that two of the storage units had been broken into and, when Det. Brian Freeman responded to investigate, the manager of the business told him that he found signs of forcible entry to two of four storage units in a cul-de-sac inside the storage building. Freeman learned that $30,000 in cash and a collection of jewelry and collectible items valued at about $50,000 had been reported stolen from one of the storage spaces. The owner of the other storage unit said that nothing appeared to be missing. Freeman said that when he asked the manager who rented the storage unit between the two that were broken into, the one which wasn’t forcibly entered, the names he was given immediately raised his suspicious because both the man and woman, who claim to be married, are well known to him from other incidents. He became more suspicious when the manager said that, although the actual doors of the storage units are out of sight of a security camera, he had viewed video which showed the male suspect tenant come up the stairs and turn left, away from his unit and toward the burgled unit. He said he also saw him then go back and forth, from one side of the stairs to the other, as if he were going into both his unit and the unit where the valuables had been stolen. Freeman said that he didn’t know if the thief knew that valuable property was stored in the unit. “How they knew (valuable property was inside), I don’t know. They might have just hit the lottery,” he said. Freeman said that the victim explained that her home had been damaged and she had removed all her valuables to her storage unit, both to make room for the repairs needed and to keep the property safe while a succession of contractors were in her home to make needed repairs.
Westfield State junior Graham Kilanowich poses with just a few of his snazzy sneaks (Submitted Photo)
WSU footwear fanatic has sole By PETER FRANCIS Staff Writer WESTFIELD – “I’ve worn lots of shoes.” It’s one of Tom Hanks’ immortal opening lines from 1994′s “Forrest Gump”, and while Graham Kilanowich, a student at Westfield State University, will never be mistaken for that film’s simpleton protagonist, there may not be a more apt line to describe his passion for athletic footwear. “It all started senior year in high school,” said Kilanowich, who hails from New Bedford, a coastal city in southeastern Massachusetts. “A lot of my friends were really into it, and introduced me. Now I own between 25 to 30 pairs, but I have a good friend back home who has upwards of 150 to 200, next level stuff you cannot get your hands on.” Kilanowich is part of a movement that, once relegated to only the largest of American cities, has exploded all over the world, thanks to the growth of the Internet and the mainstream emergence of hip-hop culture, culminating in the rise of a growing populace colloquially known as “sneakerheads.” Congregating online in Facebook groups
and on specialty websites like Kixify, sneakerheads are noted for their almost cult-like devotion to the latest and greatest sneaks, with releases and re-releases of certain shoe models drawing crowds who camp outside of retailers, sometimes for days, in anticipation. “I haven’t done that (camped out) in awhile,” Kilanowich said with a chuckle. “I try to get my stuff online and get lucky.” To accentuate the almost obsessive devotion of some enthusiasts, Kilanowich spoke of New York City retailer Supreme, which released a special pair of Nike Foamposites last week and drew such a large crowd that the New York City Police Department had no choice but to tell patrons to get lost. “They had a campout of thousands of people outside the store which turned into a riot situation,” he said. “They had to cancel the instore release and tell everyone to go home. Some people had been out there for four or five days at that point.” Regarding the process of obtaining the newest and freshest sneaks, Kilanowich stated that See Footwear Fanatic, Page 3
Preparing kids with autism for college School of Law and as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale Medical School in the Yale Child Study Center. Brown also told the audience of students, teachers, counselors, and parents that they need to gather documentation for college accommodations because Individual Education Plans (IEP) and 504 plans do not follow a student to college and it is up to the student to make any request for accommodations and disclose their diagnosis themselves. “Students on the spectrum need a lot of the same things as neurotypical students, but they may need more time,” said Brown. Brown said more often than not, students with ASD and neurotypical students have to prepare for the same things beyond high school, they just may need to prep in different ways. “If your child’s IEP says they do their work at school and have no homework, it’s a bad idea,” said Brown, who noted that students in college are expected to do as much work or more outside the classroom as they do inside it. Brown also noted that students should be able to manage their time, care for themselves, and be able to get themselves up, get ready, and be on time for class.
By DAN MORIARTY Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The Twiss Street transfer station expansion project has been moved to the front burner as Health Department officials and Tighe & Bond engineers explore a number of options. Health Director Joseph Rouse reported last Wednesday to the Health Board that city officials are meeting with Tighe & Bond project engineers on a regular basis to discuss the expansion project after progress on the project had lapsed for more than a year. That lapse was a major factor in the Health Board’s decision to dismiss the former health director. The engineering project is intended to gain an increase the Department of Environmental Protection tonnage limit. The current tip limit is 50 tons a day, sufficient for disposal of the household waste from curbside collection. See Transfer Station, Page 3
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By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Preparing for college is a daunting task for any student and family, but add Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) into the equation and it can become even more overwhelming. Dr. Jane Thierfield Brown gave a lecture last week at Westfield State University titled “Preparing for and Transitioning to College for Students on the Autism Spectrum” and told parents from the get-go that they may not be happy with what she was about to say. What Brown said was that parents needed to help prepare their children for the transition while at the same time, backing away from micro-managing the student. “The big question for students on the spectrum is who does the driving?” said Brown. “In middle school and high school, it’s the parents. In college, it’s the students.” The Banacos Academic Center hosted the free public lecture. Brown has worked in disability services in higher education for 35 years at the University of Rhode Island, Barnard College, Columbia University, and the University of Connecticut. She currently works as Director of Student Services at the University of Connecticut
“If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable.”
“So who still wakes their child up in the morning?” Brown asked. “You have to teach your kids how to wake themselves up.” Brown said another way parents should begin giving up control is to allow their children to run IEP meetings so they can learn to disclose their disability to others and ask for what they need. Knowing their strengths and weaknesses is key, said Brown, who also told parents that they need to let their child steer the post-high school decisions. “We are not applying to college,” she said, “They are applying to college.” For some parents, college seemed out of reach for their autistic child. “Autism touches most of us and in varying ways,” said Sarah Lazare, director of the Banacos Academic Center. “Recently, I heard of a parent who never considered that her child could go to college because of being on the autism spectrum. This renewed my desire to create opportunities for families, and aspiring and current educators of students, elementary through post-secondary, to keep the college pathway more inclusive and
Sadie Knox spray park endorsed By DAN MORIARTY Staff Writer WESTFIELD The Community Preservation Commission approved a funding request to construct the city’s third spray park at the Sadie Knox Playground on the city’s north side. Principal Planner Jay Vinskey presented the detail of the spray park proposal to the CPC and explained the funding process for the project which has a estimated construction budget of $281,000. Mayor Daniel M. Knapik has requested the CPC approve an appropriation of $300,000 for the project and contingency funding which still has to be approved by the City Council. Community Development Director Peter J. Miller Jr., said this morning that the Patrick administration is offering communities the grant through the Division of Conservation. “It offers each city the ability to construct a playground or spray park in a neighborhood in need of services,” Miller said. “It’s a small grant program, but we’re excited that we’re bringing a spray park to the city’s north side through this reimbursement program.” Vinskey said the state will return $200,000 to the city’s Community Preservation Act accounts through that grant. “There is a state grant, of up to $200,000 for playgrounds and spray parks, with the condition that the city put up $50,000,” Vinskey said. “But the state needs a commitment from the city before it approves funding.” “So the city’s $50,000 gets $200,000,” Vinskey said. “We don’t know the project cost so we built in a $50,000 buffer. It’s a fairly fast track. The plan is to do
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The Aging Eye Information Session WESTFIELD- Local ophthalmologist, Dr. John Frangie will be the special guest presenter for the April edition of the Westfield Council On Aging’s Live and Learn series. Dr. Frangie will discuss the signs, symptoms, and diagnosis of several eye conditions as well as various treatment options during his presentation on ‘The Aging Eye.’ Come with your questions to this extremely informative session to be held on April 17 at 12:30 p.m. The Westfield Senior Center is located at 40 Main Street. Free parking is available in the Stop & Shop lot or, for no more than three hours, in the municipal lot behind Bank of America. Advance registration for this program is not necessary.
Earth Day Clean Up
Benefit Spaghetti Dinner Post 124 presents a check for $ 1,500.00 from the proceeds from the Post 124’s 67th consecutive March of Dimes Benefit Spaghetti Dinner that was held on February 7 & 8, 2014 at Post 124. Pictured left to right are Post Junior Vice Commander Mo Spradlin, March of Dimes Senior Community Director Kristin Introvigne, and Post Commander Gene Theroux. The March of Dimes reports that Post 124 67th consecutive years is the longest running fundraiser to the March of Dimes Foundation. It was started by Post 124 Officers and members shortly after their return from World War II. Post 124 appreciates the support from the community in making the March of Dimes benefit a success. (Photo by Don Wielgus)
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Odds & Ends Utilities look to lure ospreys from utility poles WEST FALMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Utility officials are on the lookout for returning ospreys that nest in the cross arms of utility poles on Cape Cod. Ospreys, also called sea hawks, return each spring from their southern winter homes. NStar says it’s watching for potential problem. The Cape Cod Times reports (http://bit. ly/1sWKEuv ) that local residents with a passion for the birds are watching the utility. Kevin McCune, NStar’s supervisor for licensing and permitting, says birds can sometimes be killed by electricity or fire. NStar works with the state Division of Fisheries and Wildlife on its osprey program. Possible solutions include removing a nest and hoping the birds choose a more natural roost and installing a device to prevent them from nesting. Another solution is to put up a nearby platform to encourage the birds to move.
WESTFIELD - Residents of Powdermill Village, and the rest of the city, are invited to celebrate Earth Day on April 22, by helping to clean up the apartment complex at 126 Union Street. We ask that volunteers gather outside the management office at the apartment complex at 10 a.m. The office will be closed so the staff can assist in the clean up effort which is scheduled to continue until 1 p.m. Persons interested in helping with the effort are asked to call Magdycz at 413 348 3244 to coordinate their assistance with the project.
LOCAL LOTTERY Last night’s numbers
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY Today is Monday, April 14, the 104th day of 2014. There are 261 days left in the year. The Jewish holiday Passover begins at sunset.
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n April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was shot and mortally wounded by John Wilkes Booth while watching a performance of “Our American Cousin” at Ford’s Theater in Washington.
On this date: In 1775, the first American society for the abolition of slavery was formed in Philadelphia. In 1828, the first edition of Noah Webster’s “American Dictionary of the English Language” was published. In 1910, President William Howard Taft became the first U.S. chief executive to throw the ceremonial first pitch at a baseball game as the Washington Senators beat the Philadelphia Athletics 3-0. In 1912, the British liner RMS Titanic collided with an iceberg in the North Atlantic at 11:40 p.m. ship’s time and began sinking. (The ship went under two hours and 40 minutes later with the loss of 1,514 lives.) In 1939, the John Steinbeck novel “The Grapes of Wrath” was first published by Viking Press. In 1949, the “Wilhelmstrasse Trial” in Nuremberg ended with 19 former Nazi Foreign Office officials sentenced by an American tribunal to prison terms ranging from four to 25 years. In 1956, Ampex Corp. demonstrated its videotape recorder at
the National Association of Radio and Television Broadcasters Convention in Chicago. In 1964, conservationist Rachel Carson, author of “Silent Spring,” died in Silver Spring, Md., at age 56. In 1965, the state of Kansas hanged Richard Hickock and Perry Smith for the 1959 murders of four members of Herbert Clutter’s family. In 1981, the first test flight of America’s first operational space shuttle, the Columbia, ended successfully with a landing at Edwards Air Force Base in California. In 1989, former winery worker Ramon Salcido went on a rampage in Sonoma County, Calif., killing seven people, including his wife and two of his daughters; he is currently on death row. In 1994, two U.S. Air Force F-15 warplanes inadvertently shot down two U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopters over northern Iraq, killing 26 people, including 15 Americans. Turner Classic Movies made its cable debut; the first film it aired was “Gone with the Wind.”
Ten years ago:
In a historic policy shift, President George W. Bush endorsed Israel’s plan to hold on to part of the West Bank in any final peace settlement with the Palestinians; he also ruled out Palestinian refugees returning to Israel, bringing strong criticism from the Palestinians.
Five years ago:
Somali pirates seized four ships with 60 hostages. North
Korea said it was restarting its rogue nuclear program, booting U.N. inspectors and pulling out of disarmament talks in an angry reaction to the U.N. Security Council’s condemnation of its April 5 rocket launch.
One year ago:
Hugo Chavez’s hand-picked successor, Nicolas Maduro, won Venezuela’s presidential election by a narrow margin over challenger Henrique Capriles. Adam Scott became the first Australian to win the Masters, beating Angel Cabrera on the second hole of a playoff on a rainy day at Augusta National. Colin Davis, 85, former principal conductor of the London Symphony Orchestra and one of Britain’s elder statesmen of classical music, died in London.
Today’s Birthdays:
Actor Bradford Dillman is 84. Country singer Loretta Lynn is 82. Actress Julie Christie is 74. Retired MLB All-Star Pete Rose is 73. Rock musician Ritchie Blackmore is 69. Actor John Shea is 65. Actor-turned-race car driver Brian Forster is 54. Actor Brad Garrett is 54. Actor Robert Carlyle is 53. Rock singer-musician John Bell (Widespread Panic) is 52. Actor Robert Clendenin is 50. Actress Catherine Dent is 49. Actor Lloyd Owen is 48. Baseball Hall of Fame electee Greg Maddux is 48. Rock musician Barrett Martin is 47. Actor Anthony Michael Hall is 46. Actor Adrien Brody is 41. Classical singer David Miller is 41. Rapper DaBrat is 40. Actor Antwon Tanner is 39. Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar is 37. Actor-producer Rob McElhenney is 37. Roots singer JD McPherson is 37. Rock singer Win Butler (Arcade Fire) is 34. Actress Claire Coffee is 34. Actor Christian Alexander is 24. Actor Nick Krause is 22. Actress Vivien Cardone is 21. Actor Graham Phillips is 21. Actress Abigail Breslin is 18.
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Continued from Page 1 it takes research and preparation. “The key is to get them for as close to the retail price as you can. I recently purchased two pairs of Asics for $160 that sold out in 30 seconds online. Over a million people were on the site,” he said, a testament to the movement’s breadth. “Some of the kicks I own are worth upwards of $300 to $400.” A business major, Kilanowich’s passion for athletic footwear has allowed him to apply many of the principles being taught in his classes on Western Avenue, and while spending hundreds of dollars on a pair of hightops may seem outlandish to some, to Kilanowich, it’s just part of the business. “If a new pair come out that I want, I’ll sell an older pair and pay for the newer pair,” he said. “I’m increasing the quality of what I have. Maybe not the numbers, but it’s quality over quantity with me.” “It’s a lot like buying stocks. There’s excessive demand for the product and limited supply.” he added, saying that he sometimes uses his inventory as a source of income. “Over the summer, if I need money for the weekend, I’ll sell a pair that are just sitting in a box, and there’s $175 or $200.” Kilanowich utilizes his accumulated acumen to also lessen the costs associated with maintaining a fly collection. “I like to look at it like a business,” he said. “There’s been times where I’ll buy four pairs of one particular release of an Air Jordan model, keep one for myself, and sell the others. So based on the profits I make off the other pairs, I end up spending a lot less for a $160 sneaker.” “You don’t know how many times I’ve heard people say ‘you spend THIS much money on sneakers?’” he continued. “But then I tell them, ‘yeah, but then I wear them a couple times and sell them for STILL more than what I paid for them.’ So essentially it’s like a free shoe.” The athletic footwear industry is a living, evolving organism to sneakerheads, and Kilanowich keeps up with the latest trends in an effort to stay one step ahead on whats hot. “There’s always going to be a demand for Jordans – the retro series will always be popular,” he said of basketball great Michael Jordan’s series of signature models. “The Foams (Nike Foamposites) hit their high in 2012, but their graphic models
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didn’t sell well in 2013. But if they go back to the roots and basic colors, their demand could get back up.” Kilanowich, who worked for a time at the apparel store Expressions in Springfield, adds that retro-styled running kicks and Nike’s line of skateboarding shoes are steadily growing in popularity. “Asics, New Balances, even Nike runners, are becoming more prevalent because people are trying to be different,” he said. “I know when I walk into a room and I see someone else wearing the same shoes I have on, I feel like I need to leave. People are looking for different ways to express what they like without getting just Jordans or Foams.” Even in an America with an ever widening gap between the have’s and have not’s, Kilanowich believes that this worldwide sneaker fetish isn’t going anywhere. “These brands are at heights they’ve never been at before,” he said. “The urban culture is keeping it alive, which sounds crazy because for the most part, they are on the lower end of the wealth spectrum.” When asked whether he foresees this movement spreading to communities like the Whip City, Kilanowich has his doubts. “I’ve yet to meet someone who is this about it (in Westfield),” he said. “There’s no stores that carry these products in suburbs, they mainly go towards the cities, based on more numbers, a more urban environment. They (shoe companies) know their products are going to sell there.” “It’s like anything else, though. If you like it, you like it,” he added. “If you have to drive to Boston or New York City, you’re going to do it if thats what you’re passionate about or what makes you happy.” Westfield State’s resident sneaker guru, who has one more year on Western Avenue, says he’d love to get a job in marketing someday with a company like Nike, and that how kicks are marketed and their organic beginnings interest him. “I’d love to see the process of what goes into a shoe, the details, the thought behind it,” he said. “Nike’s one of those crazy brands where I’d love to get an opportunity to move forward in, to be a part of that movement.”
MONDAY, APRIL 14 WESTFIELD Council on Aging 1 p.m. Police Commission 5:30 p.m. License Commission 7 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission 7 p.m.
TOLLAND Selectmen 5 p.m.
SOUTHWICK Driveway Subcommittee 7 p.m.
BLANDFORD Council on Aging 7 p.m. Zoning Board 7 p.m.
Autism Continued from Page 1 open for students on the autism spectrum. Jane Thierfield Brown’s work demonstrates how students can be successful and how parents and educators can prepare and support students on their trajectory to college.”
Suspect Continued from Page 1 The woman said that she had last seen the missing property about a month earlier. He said that his investigation into property sold to area pawn shops and jewelry stores revealed that the female suspect, Chelsea Lee Smith, 24, of 33 Norman Terrace, Feeding Hills, had sold jewelry which fit the description of some of the missing property to a West Springfield jeweler. On Tuesday, Freeman and Det. Sgt. Steven K. Dickinson visited the jewelry store to take custody of the stolen property that had been sold there and they hit their own jackpot when Freeman recognized Smith at the counter speaking with a jeweler. “As soon as I walked in she looked like she saw a ghost. It was funny,” Freeman said. “We were there to get other
stuff she sold and she was there trying to sell more.” He also said that Smith seems to like him and is always friendly toward him. He said she approached him in the store, as she is wont to do when she encounters him, and showed him what she said was the new wedding ring she had bought at the store. While Freeman was speaking with Smith, Dickinson was requesting assistance from West Springfield police. Smith was taken into custody. She was arrested by West Springfield police and surrendered to the custody of a Westfield officer sent to get her. She was booked in Westfield on charges of receiving stolen property valued more than $250 and, because a small amount of heroin was found in her car, possession of a Class A drug.
Freeman said a charge of larceny by false pretenses, for selling property that was not hers to sell and that the buyer will not be able to keep, is pending. He said that he applied for warrants against her alleged husband for larceny of property valued more than $250 and for breaking and entering. The victim of the burglary identified the vast array of items recovered but, to date, none of the $30,000 in cash reportedly stolen has been recovered. Smith told Freeman that they only stole $6,000 but another person Freeman interviewed said Smith claimed to have won $10,000 with a lottery scratch ticket. Smith was released from police custody on $1,000 cash bail her mother supplied, Freeman reports. He said that although Smith appeared in
Transfer Station Continued from Page 1 The city is seeking a “lift” from the current 50-ton limit up to 199 tons a day, which would enable the city to expand services. The proposed expansion of the tip limit could allow local businesses, and possible nearby towns, to use the transfer station, substantially reducing the cost of solid waste disposal. Much of that cost-cutting would be due to lower transportation costs. The DEP and other state and federal agencies have raised several issues, including more controlled access to the site, an enclosed tipping area and a revised traffic movement pattern within the site. The enclosed tipping area would reduce wind-blown litter, but more importantly deter the gathering of large birds, seagulls and ravens, an issue raised by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) because of the proximity of the approaches to Barnes Regional Airport. Tighe & Bond is providing design and permitting services to the city to upgrade the existing space, including designs for a building which will enclose the new tipping facility. That work will also include revamping the existing traffic movement pattern within the nine-acre facility. The improvements have been identified by the state Department of Environmental Protection as part of its review of the city’s petition to increase the tonnage passing through the transfer station.
Rouse said there has been “some” discussion with the Pioneer Valley Railroad to extend a spur into the transfer station. Removing solid waste by rail would substantially reduce truck traffic and could also provide a transportation cost savings for disposal of the city’s trash. Any increase to the tip limit by the DEP will increase the tonnage which has to be shipped off the site, an operation now totally dependent on truck transport. The volume of truck traffic would only increase if there is not a viable alternative, such as rail. Rouse said the department is looking to replace the current gatehouse with a prefabricated building that would support a greater use of technology. City residents visiting the transfer station may recognize the current “gatehouse” as the former Santa lodge which was hauled to the Park Square Green annually at Christmas. Rouse said the proposed prefabricated gatehouse would be wired for communication technology. “We’d like to install a point of sale system so we can sell transfer station stickers at the gatehouse,” Rouse said to the Board of Health members. “It would be done with credit or debit cards because we have no way to handle cash transactions at the station. Resident would still have to come to City Hall for a cash purchase of a sticker.”
CPC Continued from Page 1 the construction this season.” “The City Council has to approve an appropriation of 100 percent of the cost prior to the state (grant) contract and it must be committed by June 21, 2014,” Vinskey said. The proposed Sadie Knox spray park will be about the same size at the park at Municipal Field near Franklin Street, but will have facilities similar to the recently constructed Chapman Playground spray park. CPC members questioned the cost of maintaining the existing facilities and damage related to vandalism. “Once they’re up and running there is minimal maintenance,” Parks & Recreation Department supervisor James Blascak said. “There was a problem at Municipal Field with the coating on the concrete which we power washed off. Chapman is an updated design with color put right into the concrete.” The CPC members also asked Blascak about
the impact on the current Sadie Knox facilities. “Really nothing in the area (where the spray park is proposed) there is really nothing there now,” Blascak said. “We’re not cutting trees. In fact, we’re planting shade trees.” Blascak said that vandalism at Chapman Playground decreased after that spray park was opened. “People started bring their children and having people using the playground deters vandalism,” he said. CPC Commissioner William Porter made the motion to recommend appropriation of the CPC funds to the City Council. “It seems in my opinion that the city gets a spray park at one third of the (construction) cost, so I’d be in favor of this,” Porter said. The motion approved last night is subject to the state approving the $200,000 grant which will reimburse the CPA undesignated fund account.
court the next day, she and the male suspect left the court before her arraignment. The couple allegedly went to Chicopee where they left their child, a toddler, with a relative saying that they had some errands to do. They have not been seen since, Freeman reports. He said that the Department of Children and Families has taken custody of the child.
Dr. Jane Thierfield Brown speaks during a lecture last week at Westfield State University titled “Preparing for and Transitioning to College for Students on the Autism Spectrum.” (Photo by Hope E. Tremblay)
Brown’s main research interests are students with Asperger’s Syndrome in higher education and students with disabilities in highstakes graduate programs. “Students on the autism spectrum are attending campuses in increasing numbers, adding diversity and richness to universities and also bringing some challenges to the classrooms and residence halls,” said Brown. She consults at many higher education institutions and is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences on Asperger’s Syndrome. She has coauthored three books on the subject: “Social Behavior and Self-Management: 5-Point Scales for Adolescents and Adults,” “The Parent’s Guide To College For Students On The Autism Spectrum,” and “Students with Asperger Syndrome: A Guide for College Personnel.” Dr. Brown has three children, the youngest of whom is a 20-year-old son on the spectrum.
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5 important stats By IAN BREmmER Politico.com The right statistic is often worth a thousand words—and sometimes much more than that. These five weekly data points, put together by Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the risk consultancy Eurasia Group, provide a glimpse into global trends, political dangers and international power dynamics. Some are counterintuitive facts. Others are small stats that tell a big story. This week, Ian looks at figures like Russian capital outflows and the movement of Syrian refugees—and what they mean for everybody else.
The price of annexation? In the first quarter of this year, more than $50 billion in capital left Russia. That is the biggest outflow since the fourth quarter of 2008, when the financial crisis struck. Initially, Russian officials had estimated $25 billion in outflows—for the entire year. They have since adjusted their estimate to $100 billion. But will even that figure hold?
Greece is selling debt again, and investors are buying it ... again A quarter of the Greek economy has been destroyed in the European debt crisis, and.Greece’s debt load has worsened over the last few years. Yet, despite these troubling signs, on Thursday, Greece went through with its first long-term debt sale since its international bailout in 2010 … and the sale was met with overwhelmingly positive investor demand. According to the government, Greece raised 3 billion euros on a five-year bond offering that attracted more than 20 billion euros in orders, at a relatively low interest rate of 4.75%.
China’s buying American For years, Americans have been worried about the prospect of Chinese automakers building a large footprint in the United States and competing with local car companies. But the tables have turned. Today, calls for protectionism are more likely to come from Chinese automakers facing American competition in China. Ford Motor has almost doubled its Chinese market share over the last two years to 4.5 percent, and it plans to double production over the coming year. In March, for the first time in its history—and largely thanks to the voracious Chinese market—Ford sold more than 100,000 cars and light trucks in a single month. Ford’s China Sales (in wholesale units)
Russia’s ramping up its military Since the beginning of 2012, salaries for most Russian military personnel have tripled. There has also been a sustained surge in military spending, which is expected to continue. Russia’s military budget—at $80 billion today—is projected to reach $100 billion in 2016.
Lebanon’s refugee burden According to the United Nations, the number of registered Syrian war refugees in Lebanon has passed the one million mark. Half of these refugees are under 18 years old. Lebanon has a higher concentration of refugees as a percentage of its population than any other country in the world: the country now has roughly one Syrian for every three Lebanese. ——— Ian Bremmer is president of Eurasia Group and author of Every Nation for Itself: Winners and Losers in a G-Zero World.
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The Constitutional Crisis at the Fed By PETER CONTI-BROWN Politico.com Throughout its history, the U.S. Federal Reserve has faced accusations, on the left and the right, that it is the mere institutional puppet of powerful bankers who control it from within. Marriner Eccles, the liberal Fed chairman during the 1930s and 40s, called it the “instrument by which private interests alone could be served.” Ron Paul, the former Republican Texas congressman, writes that through the Fed “our money and credit are constantly manipulated for the benefit of a privileged class.” Today, because President Obama and, to a lesser extent, Senate Republicans have mismanaged the appointments to the Fed’s governing board, these views have become harder to dismiss. Under the Obama administration, for the first time in its history, Federal Reserve Bank presidents—essentially private bankers—have held a majority of votes on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the arm of the Fed that sets interest rates. In other words, by legal structure, private bankers, and not public appointees, can dictate U.S. monetary policy from the inside. The debate over private control of public money is nearly as old as the republic itself, dating back to the days of Alexander Hamilton, who built America’s first attempt at a central bank, and Andrew Jackson, who dismantled the second. By 1913, at the founding of Federal Reserve System, two rival views had emerged of what a modern central banking system should be. Some Democrats wanted a system in public hands—that is, a government-controlled central bank that could not be a front for the “Money Trust” dominated by New York City bankers. But Republicans almost uniformly argued that a governmentrun system was tantamount to socialism. They preferred a private-run system, based in New York, over which the government would have essentially zero control. Woodrow Wilson’s election in 1912 led the way to a compromise that put most monetary policy decisions in the hands of 12 privately run Federal Reserve Banks—all but one located outside of New York City—but subject to mostly ill-defined supervision by a government-controlled Federal Reserve Board based in Washington, D.C. This Wilsonian compromise produced a failed experiment in central banking. In the absence of statutory clarity, personalities clashed within the system as Reserve Bank presidents fought each other and against the Fed board for dominance. In 1935, at the Roosevelt administration’s insistence, Congress abolished the old system and replaced it with one where the private bankers would wield significantly less power. In fact, the administration’s proposal originally eliminated the bankers from the business of monetary policy entirely. President Roosevelt’s proposal created an FOMC of purely public appointees, all based in Washington. But the bankers’ supporters in Congress pushed back and preserved a minority status on the FOMC. The new design would give the committee 12 spots, with seven for presidentially appointed, Senateconfirmed members of a new Board of Governors and only five to represent the private Federal Reserve Banks. This seven-to-five public majority is the source of the FOMC’s democratic legitimacy today. It’s also key to the constitutional integrity of the Fed as a whole. Under a recent Supreme Court precedent, the FOMC structure almost certainly couldn’t pass constitutional muster; its only potential saving grace is the governors’ numerical majority. For decades, the public majority held strong. From Truman to Ford, under presidents and Senate majorities of both parties, vacancies on the Board of Governors were filled promptly, as they became open. In fact, the governors lost their majority on the FOMC for just 16 days over the course of 32 years. But after declining slightly in the 1980s and more in the 1990s, that majority has become increasingly fragile. Under the five years of the Obama administration, the public majority has held just 42 percent of the time, according to my calculations. It gets worse. There are now only four sitting governors out of the required seven: Janet Yellen (the chair), Jerome Powell, Jeremy Stein and Daniel Tarullo. Powell’s term has in fact already expired, though the administration has nominated him for another term, along with two new potential members. Stein has just announced his resignation effective May 28. So if May 28 arrives without the confirmation of these pending nominees, there will be just two governors serving within their appointed terms. Since the FOMC’s modern creation in 1935, there have never been five vacancies at one time. Until now, there had never been four vacancies. And there have been three vacancies just three times in history—all of which have occurred during the Obama administration. The Reserve Banks’ representatives can now, if they act in concert, take control of the nation’s monetary policy. The public has no say on their appointment. Neither does the president. Nor the Senate. The blame for the neglect of these appointments lies in part with the Republicans in the Senate. Republicans rejected the nomination of MIT economist Peter Diamond in 2011, arguing that he was unqualified for the job. Diamond is a Nobel laureate and one of the most distinguished economists of his generation. His rejection is inexcusable, and almost certainly the most egregious example of politics over substance in the his-
tory of Fed appointments. But Diamond rejection’s is unusual, even unique. The main problem is that the president has failed to advance nominees in the first place. Yes, three nominees are currently pending before the Senate: Powell, economist Stanley Fischer and former Treasury official Lael Brainard. These are eminently qualified nominees. But their nominations are not enough: Even their confirmations would bring the vote on the FOMC to a five-to-five tie, because two vacancies remain on the Board of Governors. The president has simply not kept up. Some will argue this is an imagined crisis. Most of the focus on the Fed is, after all, on Yellen, the newly appointed chair of the Board of Governors and, simultaneously, chair of the FOMC. Yellen is certainly a worthy focus of that attention. She is the most experienced individual ever to take the Fed’s helm, with deep experience as a scholar and central banker. And since Yellen just went through a very public vetting, nomination and confirmation, there is little question of her democratic bona fides. Besides, whatever the status of the Reserve Bank presidents in 1935, surely today they are “public officials” by another name. There are two answers to these objections: First, by the terms of the Federal Reserve Act, it is the majority vote of the FOMC that makes the Fed’s monetary-policy decisions, not the Fed chair. Each member of that committee gets one vote. And while the chair can and does wield influence beyond her single vote, there is little but tradition and force of personality keeping the Reserve Banks from running the show. Second, the Reserve Bank presidents are not public officials. First of all, they are paid more. For example, William Dudley—a former partner and managing director at Goldman Sachs and the current president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York—earns $410,000 per year. That’s not much, perhaps, by Wall Street’s standards, but it’s more than the president of the United States, and more than twice as much as Yellen makes. But more importantly, the political—and constitutional—reality is that these Reserve Bank presidents are selected in large part by the purely private banks the Fed regulates, and not by the public. (See here for an explanation of the rather convoluted process by which Reserve Bank presidents are selected and, though it rarely if ever happens, removed.) To be sure, their exact statuses are murky; they prefer to think of themselves as central bankers rather than private bankers, and would no doubt bristle at the characterization that they are mere representatives of private bankers. But public officials they are not. This is not to say that Yellen cannot control the Reserve Bank presidents, or that the Reserve Bank presidents have sacrificed public duty for private interest. The point is one of democratic and constitutional principle. We must care about the administration’s neglect of the public character of the FOMC not because of some ongoing and nefarious banker plot to hijack monetary policy, but because we want our institutions to bear the democratic imprint they were given in the halls of Congress, as required by the Constitution. The president’s mismanagement of Fed appointments undermines these democratic and constitutional principles. It also demonstrates a profound neglect of arguably the most important governmental institution in the history of the republic. Fortunately, the solution is simple: The president must nominate, and the Senate must confirm, qualified candidates to fill every board vacancy as it comes open. Failure to do so provides compelling support for the argument that the nation’s money is squarely in the hands of the bankers. We expect that argument from outside the Fed; we should not see it from within the Fed, too. ——— Peter Conti-Brown is non-resident academic fellow at Stanford Law School and Ph.D. candidate in financial history at Princeton University. He is author of the book The Structure of Federal Reserve Independence, forthcoming in 2015.
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Complainant arrested after reporting party By CARL E. HARTDEGEN Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Four college college-aged tenants, apparently distracted by a commotion in front of their Hampden Street house, left the party in their apartment shortly after midnight Friday to find out what the disturbance was outside. City police report that a caller complained about a loud college-aged party which was disturbing his peace at 12:46 a.m. Saturday and Officer Andrew Cekovsky reports that he arrived to find two of his colleagues – officers Kevin Bard and Jeffrey Vigneault – in of front the reportedly noisy address with a male party who appeared to be yelling at them. Cekovsky reports that he could hear the man yelling and swearing at the officers before he opened the door of his cruiser and found that the excited man was the person who had reported the disturbance, Raymond A. Rusciano, 47, of 26 Hampden Street. Cekovsky found that Rusciano had begun his obscenitylaced tirade against the officers as soon as they arrived, before they were able even to speak with any of the young revelers. The thrust of the man’s complaint was that his peace had been disturbed by his neighbors and the police would do nothing because the young subjects of his complaint were their friends.
The man told Cekovsky that he had gone to the party address to ask the young resident to moderate their noise and they had refused. He also said that he had been “jumped” by a black male party when he left after making his complaint. Cekovsky noted that Rusicano had made no mention of an assault when he called police to complain about the party and also noted that his body and clothing were neither wet, dirty nor disheveled after the alleged assault. Cekovsky did not observe any indications that he had suffered any injury. Cekovsky reports that Rusciano refused to calm down and quiet, drawing the attention of neighbors including four tenants (all of whom were Caucasian) of the residence Rusciano had originally complained about who came outside because of the noise he was making. Cekovsky warned Rusicano that he would be arrested if he did not moderate his behavior and the man began to taunt him, daring him to make the arrest saying that he would sue the officer if he did so. Rusciano was arrested for disorderly conduct. Once he was removed from the scene, swearing, insulting and threatening the officers while he was transported to the station, the officers dispersed the party. The landlady was notified of the incident.
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Emergency Response and Crime Report Wednesday, April 9, 2014 5:49 a.m.: officer wanted, Friendly’s Way, a taxi dispatcher reports a driver has reported that a customer does not have money to pay his fare, the dispatcher called again minutes later to report that the passenger exited the taxi via a window and it is not known where he went, the taxi dispatcher reports the company does not wish to pursue the matter, a search of the area did not yield a suspect; 8:15 a.m.: fire, Springdale Street at Union Street, a caller reports a crane is on fire on Springdale Road, dual response dispatched, the responding firefighters report the operator of a backhoe and a colleague were with the vehicle and showed him a fuse box which had evidence of dry fire extinguisher use, the operator said that he noticed an electrical smell while driving up the hill on Springdale Road and used his fire extinguisher when he found the fuse box afire; 9:32 a.m.: code white drill, Highland Elementary School, 34 Western Ave., the Traffic and Safety Bureau commander reports that a ‘lock down’ drill was executed at the school as part of the training program to prepare a response for the eventuality of an armed intruder in the school; 10:33 a.m.: motor vehicle violation, a patrol officer reports a traffic stop, the vehicle’s registration was found to be expired, the vehicle was towed to the police impound yard and the operator declined an offer of a courtesy transport; 11:42 a.m.: animal complaint, Oakcrest Drive, the animal control officer reports she took custody of a female brown and white husky dog which had been in the custody of a resident and transported the dog to the municipal animal shelter; 1:40 p.m.: harassment, Depot Square, a railroad employee came to the station to complain of threatening text messages received from a co-worker, the responding officer report the man said that he had advised the railroad management that a co-worker had been sending text messages while driving a train and the man was ultimately discharged, the complainant said that the man subsequently sent him threatening text messages, the officer spoke with the suspect who said that he had already deleted his colleague’s contact information from his phone and said he sent the messages when he was angry about his discharge, the man assured the officer that there will be no additional contact with the complainant; 3:55 p.m.: larceny, Southwick Road, a resident came to the station to report his daughter’s smartphone was stolen at her dance studio, the responding officer reports that the man said that his daughter’s phone was found to be missing at the dance studio but was last used by his daughter at a gas station and may have been left there, the man said that he found the phone had been used since it was last seen but he has deactivated it; 4:22 p.m.: violation of an abuse prevention order, Henry’s Trailer Park, 868 Southampton Road, a resident came to the station to complain that the defendant of a an abuse prevention order violated the ‘No contact’ clause of the order by calling her from the house of correction; 5:51 p.m.: assist citizen, Westfield Police Department, 15 Washington St., a 16-year-old resident came to the station to notify police of a potential future issue, the responding officer reports the young man said that he is moving into his girlfriend’s home with the consent of both his mother and his girlfriend’s mother but said that because his mother suffers from bipolar disorder she may change her mind without warning and police may then be involved, the officer told the boy that if his mother says she wants him to return to her home he must do so and the boy agreed to comply; 7:08 p.m.: attempted breaking and entering, Sackett Road, a caller reports an attempt was made to break into her barn, the responding officer reports the caller said that in the fall she had installed insulation and protective metal mesh over the windows of her barn and on Monday she saw that the insulation had been removed from one of the windows, the woman said that health issues prevented her from immediately checking the barn but on Wednesday she was able to inspect the other windows and found that the insulation had been removed from them too, the woman said that no entry was gained as the metal mesh is intact in all the windows; 7:55 p.m.: robbery, Munger Hill School, 33 Mallard Lane, a resident came to the station to report that he was robbed at knifepoint, see story in the Friday edition of The Westfield News; 11:20 p.m.: disturbance, Montgomery Street, a caller reports that her daughter’s former boyfriend came into her apartment and damaged the furnishings, the responding officer reports that the caller’s daughter said that her former boyfriend entered the residence uninvited and went directly to her bedroom where an argument developed relative to her ongoing relations with new friends, the woman said that the suspect pushed her into an end table, smashed her smartphone against the table and shattered it and ripped the door from its hinges as he left, criminal complaints for breaking and entering with intent to commit a misdemeanor, assault and battery and two charges of malicious damage to property valued less than $250 were filed: Thursday, April 10, 2014 2:07 a.m.: incapacitated person, South Maple Street, a caller reports an unconscious but breathing woman was found at the end of her driveway and her husband is unable to get a response from her, dual response dispatched ,the responding officer reports the woman was eventually roused and displayed the classic symptoms of acute alcohol intoxication, the officer reports the that woman was uncooperative and unsteady on her feet, the officer reports that when the woman started to walking into traffic on the roadway he reached out to physically restrain her and the woman swung a punch at him, the officer reports the woman was physically subdued but attempted to kick the officers, Ashley L. Smigel, 29, of 82 S. Maple St., was arrested for disorderly conduct; 9:30 a.m.: motor vehicle violation, Springdale Road at Dry
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Bridge Road, a patrol officer reports he observed a vehicle operating at what appeared be excessive speed and used radar to determine it was traveling at 50 mph in a 30 mph zone, the officer reversed direction and stopped the car, the operator said that he had no license and a routine check reveled the man’s license to be suspended and him to be the subject of an outstanding warrant, Gabriel Seda, 36, of 10 W. School St., was arrested for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license, speeding and on the warrant; 9:52 a.m.: vandalism, Prospect Hill Apartments, 33 Montgomery St., a property manager reports vandalism, the responding officer reports the caller said that the fence behind the building has been cut in three places; 11:04 a.m.: breaking and entering, Airport Road, a caller reports a person broke into a hangar to remove his plane, the responding officer reports the caller explained that the company installed a padlock on a hangar rented by the suspect to store a plane because the tenant was in arrears, the caller said that when he saw the owner taxiing his airplane to a maintenance facility he checked and found that the hasp has been ripped off to secure access to the hangar, the man said that when he got to the plane at the repair operation the owner had left, a criminal complaint was filed; 12:34 p.m.: vandalism, Westfield Vocational-Technical High School, a caller reports vandalism to the athletic fields; 4:41 p.m.: motor vehicle violation, North Road, a patrol officer reports a traffic stop, the vehicle’s registration was found to have been revoked due to lack of insurance, the car was towed to the police impound yard; 9:22 p.m.: motor vehicle violation, North Elm Street, a patrol officer requests a tow for a car found to have expired registration, the car was towed to the police impound yard. Friday, April 11, 2014 7:30 a.m.: larceny, tin bridge, Ponders Hollow Road, a caller from a construction company working in the area reports that batteries were stolen from construction vehicles left at the site, the responding officer reports that the caller said that between 4:10 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. somebody carefully removed three batteries from heavy equipment vehicles left at the site; 7:48 a.m.: found property, George Street, a caller reports spotting two hypodermic needles on the tree belt, the responding officer reports he took custody of the needles for proper disposal, later in the morning the woman reported finding another needle and that one was also taken for proper disposal; 9:00 a.m.: code white drill, Papermill Road School, 148 Paper Mil Road, officers executed a ‘lock down’ drill at the school as part of the training program to prepare a response for the eventuality of an armed intruder in the school; 9:23 a.m.: violation of a protective order, Granville Road, a caller reports a protective order has been violated, the responding officer reports the caller said that the defendant of the order violated the “No contact’ clause by sending her an email message, a criminal complaint was filed; 10:19 a.m.: larceny, Ampad Road, a DPW supervisor reports two catch basins have been stolen; 10:47 a.m.: officer wanted, East Main Street, a caller reports an automotive repair facility is charging $27.95 for an oil change advertised at $9.99, the responding officer reports the manager of the facility answered “it depends” when asked if he charges $9.99 for an oil change, the officer reports that when he pointed out that the sign outside the building advertises oil changes for $9.99 the manager claimed that the actual price should be $19.99 and the one numeral blew off the sign, the man acknowledged that he had known that the numeral was missing and, when told that his action could be construed as consumer fraud, directed an employee to immediately fix the sign, the officer reports the sign was rectified when he was still on the site; 11:15 a.m.: found property, Broad Street, a caller reports finding a hypodermic needle on the ground, the responding officer reports he took custody of the needle for proper disposal, 12:49 p.m.: assist other agency, 104th Tactical Fighter Wing, Falcon Drive, an air national guard security officer requests assistance with a person who has brought marijuana on to the base, the responding officer reports he was advised that a random check of a vehicle entering the base revealed a mason jar containing marijuana and two soda bottles with marijuana residue, a city ordinance violation citation was issued.
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Obituaries Alyce M. Knight WEST YARMOUTH, MA - Alyce M. Knight (nee Martin) was born November 7, 1917 in Schenectady, New York. As a child she moved with her family to Springfield, MA where she graduated from Classical High School in 1935 and the Bay Path Institute (now Bay Path College, Longmeadow, MA) in 1936. For many years she was employed as an executive secretary at the Monarch Life Insurance Company in Springfield. Alyce married Richard Allen Knight (1917-2010) of Chicopee Falls, MA in 1942. In 1947, following his military service in World War II, the couple moved to Westfield, MA where they lived for nearly 50 years and raised a family. Alyce was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Atonement, the Noble Hospital Auxiliary, the Blandford Country Club and the Westfield Duplicate Bridge Club. She also served for many years as an officer of the Westfield Women’s Club and the Tuesday Afternoon Club. In 1995, she moved with her husband to Southwick, and in 2011 to West Yarmouth. She was the mother of three children, Linda A. Knight of Orleans, MA and Port Clyde, Maine, Richard A. Knight, Jr., of Eastham, MA and Christopher A. Knight of Los Angeles, CA and San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; and their spouses Betsey Greenman, Karen Knight and Fernando Sarthou. She was also the grandmother of three, Sarah Knight Howell (Mrs. Judson Howell) of Alexandria, Virginia, Christine Knight Monahan (Mrs. Kevin Monahan) of Avon, CT and Brian Knight of Portland, Maine; and the great-grandmother of George Allen Howell and Ella Monahan. Her husband of 68 years, Richard, and two younger siblings, John and Marian, predeceased her. At her request, a private service and burial in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam will be held at the convenience of the family. FirtionAdams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.firtionadams.com
Pulse Line Continued from Page 4 else. This is not Doomus’ responsibility. It’s like they’re taking over every single building that is empty and Westfield – wake up! Parents – wake up! If you can’t take care of your kids, find somebody who will. Thank you. I’m sure you won’t print this. Thank you. Yeah, I’m trying to watch the westfield city council, this being Thursday night. You know, why don’t they get that fixed? You can just about see it and hear it. Why are they wasting their time putting that on the TV and not even knowing what the hell they are saying or see them? Thank you.
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Friday, April 11, 2014 Jamie Daigle, 39, of 2994 Main St., Becket, submitted to facts sufficient to warrant guilty findings for charges of criminal harassment, trespass and attempted breaking and entering brought by State Police and the charges were continued without a finding with probation for one year. He was assessed $50 and found to be responsible for a charge of trespass with a motor vehicle. In a separate case also brought by State Police, Daigle submitted to facts sufficient to warrant guilty findings for charges of violation of a harassment prevention order and those charges were also continued without a finding with probation for one year. He was again placed on probation for one year and assessed an additional $50. Robert L. Hiner Jr., 38, of 58 Mechanic St., submitted to facts sufficient to warrant a guilty finding for charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a Class B drug and possession of a Class E brought by Westfield police and the charges were continued without a finding with probation for one year. He was assessed $600, ordered to complete a Driver Alcohol Education Program at a cost of $817.22 and his license was suspended for 45 days. He was found to be responsible for charges of possession of an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle and speeding. Eric Slozak, 41, of 17 Gilman St., Holyoke, submitted to facts sufficient to warrant a guilty finding for a charge of violation of a harassment prevention order brought by Westfield police and the charge was continued without a finding with probation for one year. He was assessed $50. Jonathon P. Helnarski, 24, of 22 Scenic Ave., Webster, pleaded guilty to a charge of possession of a Class A drug brought by Westfield police and was sentenced to a six month term in the house of correction with credit for time served awaiting trail. A charge of conspiracy to violate drug laws was not prosecuted. Darwin Cruz-Cotto, 26, of 81 Pine St., Holyoke, was found to be responsible for charges of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and operating an unregistered motor vehicle brought by Westfield police and was assessed $100.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration’s timeline for having ready the new health care law’s online sign-up system “was just flat out wrong,” outgoing Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said in an interview that aired Sunday. The departing health chief also said the two months when healthcare.gov was plagued with technical problems were “a pretty dismal time” and the low point of her five-year tenure. But she defended the law’s impact and said millions of Americans now have access to health care because of it. “People have competitive choices and real information for the first time ever in this insurance market,” said Sebelius, who last week announced her resignation. But she acknowledged the rocky rollout for the online signup system fraught with technical problems that left Americans frustrated. “Clearly, the estimate that it was ready to go Oct. 1 was just flat out wrong,” Sebelius said. HealthCare.gov was envisioned as the principal place for people to buy insurance under Obama’s health care law. But its first few weeks were an embarrassment for the administration and its allies. “Well, I think there’s no question — and I’ve said this many times — that the launch of the website was terribly flawed and terribly difficult,” Sebelius said. Obama set a Dec. 1 deadline to have the website repaired, a move that left Sebelius nervous, she said. “Having failed once at the front of October, the first of December became a critical juncture,” she said. “That was a pretty scary date.” Sebelius’ resignation comes just a week after sign-ups for insurance coverage ended, enrolling 7.1 million people and exceeding initial expectations. Enrollment has since increased to 7.5 million as people were given extra time to complete applications. The departing secretary said she decided after the 2012 presidential election that she wanted to leave the administration but decided to stay through the signup period. Sebelius said Obama did not try to convince her to stay through the end of his term. “I thought it was fair to either commit till January of 2017 or leave with enough time that he would get a strong, competent leader,” Sebelius said. Sebelius spoke to NBC’s “Meet the Press.”
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Left to right, Matthew S. Sosik, President & CEO of Easthampton Savings Bank; James Ayres, Executive Director, United Way of Hampshire County. (Photo submitted)
ESB continues long standing partnership with United Way EASTHAMPTON, MA: Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of Easthampton Savings Bank, announced that the bank continues its longstanding partnership with the United Way of Hampshire County with a contribution from the bank’s charitable foundation as well as from its employees. This year’s contribution totaled more than $50,000. The bank’s commitment to the United Way dates back more than a decade. Employees are encouraged to make a weekly or one-time contribution to the United Way. ESB strives for 100% employee participation. Incentives such as time off and prizes are provided by the bank. Both the foundation’s contribution and the employee con-
tributions have steadily increased each year. Sosik added “Supporting our local United Way is just another way in which Easthampton Savings Bank gives back to the communities we serve. The United Way does a wonderful job touching the lives of so many in our country.” “Easthampton Savings Bank has been a phenomenal partner over the years,” said Jim Ayres, Executive Director of United Way of Hampshire County. “We appreciate their generous support and sincere commitment to advancing the common good in Hampshire County.” Ayres added, “Year after year, Easthampton Savings Bank and their employees are some of our most loyal contributors.”
Hampden Bank names Ewald Vice President and Financial Reporting Manager Springfield – Arley R. Ewald has been named Vice President and Financial Reporting Manager at Hampden Bank. In her new position Ewald will be responsible for Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting as well the day-to-day activity for the Bank’s internal and external financial reporting functions. According to Tara G. Corthell, Senior Vice President and Director of Finance, “Arley brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our Finance Department. When you combine her public company and systems knowledge, you can see why we’re delighted to have her on board. She’s a perfect fit for our organization.” Ewald was formerly the Financial Reporting Officer at Chicopee Savings Bank, and prior
to the position at Chicopee Savings Bank, she worked for KPMG, LLP as an Audit Associate. Ewald earned her Bachelors of Business Administration and Masters of Science in Accounting and Information Systems at The University of Massachusetts at Amherst Insenberg School of Management.## About Hampden Bank. Since1852 Hampden Bank has been “brightening the days’ of its customers. A local community bank serving the families and businesses throughout Hampden County, Hampden Bank has ten branch locations in Springfield, Agawam, Longmeadow, West Springfield, Wilbraham, Indian Orchard and Tower Square in downtown Springfield. In addition to offering the most up-to-date banking services, Hampden Bank
Arley R. Ewald also offers clients a full array of insurance and financial products through its subsidiary Hampden Financial.
UN climate report balances science, politics BERLIN (AP) — After racing against the clock in an all-night session, the U.N.’s expert panel on climate change was putting the final touches Saturday on a scientific guide to help governments, industries and regular people take action to stop global warming from reaching dangerous levels. As always when the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change adopts one of its high-profile reports, the weeklong talks in Berlin were slowed by wrangling between scientists and governments over which words, charts and tables to use in the roughly 30-page summary of a much bigger scientific report. The painstaking process is meant to clarify the complex world of climate science to non-scientists but it also reflects the brinksmanship that characterizes international talks on climate action — so far unsuccessful in their goal to stop the rise of man-made carbon emissions blamed for global warming. “Sometimes it’s framed as if what the IPCC does is ‘just the facts, ma’am,’ and that of course is not accurate,” said Steve Rayner, an Oxford scientist who has taken part in three of the IPCC’s previous assessments, but not this one. “It’s not pure science and it’s not just politics,” but a blend of both, Rayner said. See Climate Report, Page 7
WESTFIELD — Attention Westfield Small Business Owners! As part of the WBIDs mission of providing technical assistance to our downtown merchants we are once again offering the “Creativity For Business” workshop. Use your creative power to rethink ways of doing business. The workshop is designed to introduce and sustain creativity in the lives and work of the participants. Participants typically develop “out-of-the-box” thinking, perceptual awareness, self-confidence in sharing and implementing new ideas, leadership, and teamwork. Speaking, writing and thinking at a sophisticated level are also an important result of this program. Materials are provided. Participants should wear comfortable/casual clothing. The program begins 2 to 3 weeks before the workshop with brief, independent creativity exercises that serve as a “warmup”. Participants will use this work during the onsite workshop, therefore you must pre-register by April 24th to receive pre-workshop activity instructions. The workshop will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014 at the Genesis House on Mill Street. The cost is $50.00 per person with free registration for income eligible business owners, funded by the City of Westfield’s Community Development Block Grant. A light breakfast is included. To register please call Patti Conroy at 572-1260 or email patti@thedistrictwestfield.com The Creativity for Business Program researched and applied for by the Westfield BID to the City of Westfield’s CDBG Program.
Kurtz Inc. of Westfield, Massachusetts Earns Top Sales Award Lester Prairie, MN – Lester Building Systems, LLC, a major supplier of customized, pre-engineered post-frame buildings has given an Eagle Award to Kurtz Inc. of Westfield, Massachusetts, a dealer of 8 years. The Eagle Award is given to dealers who achieve cumulative sales goals. A bronze metal eagle sculpture is given to each recipient to display in their office. The award was presented at Lester Building’s regional dealer sales meetings this spring. For more information, call Kurtz Inc. at 413-568-0636 or visit www.kurtz inc. com. About Lester Building Systems LLC Established in 1947, Lester Building Systems LLC has designed and manufactured over 150,000 postframe buildings for the agricultural, equestrian, hobby and commercial building markets. Based in Lester Prairie, MN, the company distributes in 35 states, with regional facilities in Clear Brook, VA and Charleston, IL.
Finance ministers: Economy stronger but fragile
In this April 3, 2014 file photo giant machines dig for brown coal at the open-cast mining Garzweiler in front of a smoking power plant near the city of Grevenbroich in western Germany. (AP Photo/ Martin Meissner, File)
WASHINGTON (AP) — The world’s top financial officials say they believe the global economy is strengthening but that growth remains fragile and open to risks of new geopolitical strife, as in Ukraine. Rich countries have been helping power the recovery led by the United States and Britain, and the eurozone and Japan are doing better. However, there has been some slowing in major emerging markets such as China even though these economies have been powering along at growth rates ahead of developed nations. Many countries still are experiencing painfully high unemployment rates with millions looking for work. The conclusion of discussions Saturday at the International Monetary Fund and its sister institution the World Bank ended See Economy, Page 7
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WG&E receives national recognition for reliable electric operations WESTFIELD — Westfield Gas and Electric (WG+E) has, once again, earned national distinction as one of 184 of the nation’s more than 2,000 public power utilities to receive the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3®) designation from the American Public Power Association for providing consumers with the highest degree of reliable and safe electric service. Brent McKinney, manager, electric transmission and distribution at City Utilities of Springfield, Mo., and chair of APPA’s RP3 Review Panel, presented the designees on April 7 during the association’s annual Engineering & Operations Technical Conference held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The RP3 designation recognizes public power utilities that demonstrate proficiency in four key disciplines: reliability, safety, workforce development and system improvement. Criteria within each category are based on sound business practices and represent a utility-wide commitment to safe and reliable delivery of electricity. The RP3 designation
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now lasts for three years (up from two), so the 94 utilities that earned the designation this year join the 90 that received it last year. “RP3 utilities are providing a high level of service to communities all over the country,” said McKinney, “These 94 designees stand out as models of safe, reliable and forwardthinking utility operations.” “We’re honored to receive the RP3 designation and to be in the elite company of RP3 designees around the country.” said Dan Howard, General Manager of the WG+E. “We have applied for, and have maintained our RP3 status since 2008 and are especially proud that this most recent application garnered top honors at the Diamond Level. Of the four RP3 utilities in the state of Massachusetts, we are the only one to hold this highest level of designation. Our staff puts in a lot of hard work to serve this community and this award represents a much appreciated recognition of all their efforts.”
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Brent McKinney, Manager, electric transmission and distribution at City Utilities of Springfield, MO and Chair of APPA’s RP3 Review Panel (left), Patrick Levesque, Utility Supervisor with Westfield Gas and Electric (center) and Mike Hyland, APPA Senior Vice President of Engineering and Operations (right). (Photo submitted)
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Park Square Realty Top Producers for First Quarter 2014 Feeding Hills, Westfield Ted Cassell, President of Park Square Realty and manager of the Park Square Feeding Hills office, is very pleased to announce the Feeding Hills top producing agents for the first quarter of 2014. The agents to gain this recognition for the months of January, February and
March are Judy Gearing, Kim Landry and Ericca Herbert. Barry Boccasile, Director of Growth & Development and manager of the Westfield Park Square office is pleased to announce the Park Square Westfield top producers for the
same time period. The 2014 first quarter standouts in Westfield are Julianne Krutka, Aimee Tompkins and Lesley Lambert. The special agents above can be reached at 789-9830 in Feeding Hills or 568-9226 in Westfield. They can also be contacted via the
Park Square web page at parksquarerealty. com. Park Square Realty is a locally owned company with 45 agents and 2 locations in Feeding Hills and Westfield.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage named Silver Award winner by Cartus Broker Network WALTHAM, Mass. – Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New England has been named a Silver Award winner by the Cartus Broker Network at its annual Broker Network International Conference held February 25-28 in Florida at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Ft. Lauderdale. Cartusis a worldwide leader in employee relocation solutions. The Western Massachusetts offices of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage received the Silver Award, one of three Excellence Awards presented to principal brokers. Silver Award recognition is based on performance results related to a wide variety of goals including customer service, cost management, and appraisal accuracy. Only 34 percent of the Network’s principal brokers received Excellence Awards for 2013. “Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage turned in a superior performance in 2013, and it is my privilege to recognize them for their
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achievement,” said Gerald Pearce, Cartus executive vice president, Broker Services and Affinity Services. “As our economy recovers, it is especially important for the Cartus Broker Network to be represented by the most professional and dedicated brokers. I am happy that Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage has been honored as one of them.” “We are pleased to be a part of the Cartus Broker Network and very happy to have earned a Silver Award for our successful 2013,” said Pat Villani, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New England. “We look forward to building on this honor in the coming year.” The Western Massachusetts of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage were also the recipients of the Five Star Award, which recognizes brokers who have met or exceeded their individual objectives for outgoing broker-to-broker referral closings during the calendar year.
“The effort that Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage put forth toward not only achieving but also exceeding their objectives for outgoing broker-to-broker referral closings speaks volumes about the commitment to success that makes our brokers such highly valued partners,” said Pearce. “We are proud to be affiliated with this talented group of real estate professionals and look forward to our continued joint success in the future.” “The importance of placing broker-to-broker referrals cannot be over-emphasized,” said Villani. “We are happy to join the list of Network members from around the country who have worked so hard to succeed in doing this.” In addition to the awards ceremony, the event included interactive workshops, roundtable and panel discussions, and executive presentations. Cartus Broker Network participants networked with other industry professionals and exchanged information and ideas
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In Berlin, the politics showed through in a dispute over how to categorize countries in graphs showing the world’s carbon emissions, which are currently growing the fastest in China and other developing countries. Like many scientific studies, the IPCC draft used a breakdown of emissions from low, lowermiddle, upper-middle and high income countries. Some developing countries objected and wanted the graphs to follow the example of U.N. climate talks and use just two categories — developed and developing — according to three participants who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the IPCC session was closed to the public. In earlier submitted comments obtained by AP, the U.S. suggested footnotes indicating where readers could “view specific countries listed in each category in addition to the income brackets.” That reflects a nagging dispute in the U.N. talks, which are supposed to produce a global climate agreement next year. The U.S. and other industrialized nations want to scrap the binary rich-poor division, saying large emerging economies such as China, Brazil and India must adopt more stringent emissions cuts than poorer countries. The developing countries are worried it’s a way for rich countries to shirk their own responsibilities to cut emissions. The deadlock over the graphs appeared to have ended early Saturday after 20 hours of backroom negotiations led by IPCC vice chairman Jean-Pascal van Ypersele, a Belgian. “I offered some Belgian Easter chocolate eggs to the participants of the Contact group at midnight: they helped!” van Ypersele wrote on Twitter early Saturday. Another snag: oil-rich Saudi Arabia objected to text saying emissions need to go down by 40 percent to 70 percent by 2050 for the world to stay below 2 degrees C (3.6 F) of
warming, participants told AP. One participant said the Saudis were concerned that putting down such a range was “policy-prescriptive,” even though it reflects what the science says. The final document, to be released Sunday, is expected to say that a global shift to renewable energy from fossil fuels like oil and coal are required to avoid potentially devastating sea level rise, flooding, droughts and other impacts of warming. The report on mitigating climate change was the third of the IPCC’s four-part assessment on climate change, its first since 2007. Swedish environmental economist Thomas Sterner, a lead author of one of the chapters in the report, said the IPCC process can be frustrating to scientists. “There’s a fight over every comma sign,” he told AP. In a blog post from Berlin he said scientists addressing the meeting were told to “Keep our statements short and concise, avoid jargon, do not lecture the delegates, do not become emotional.” Chris Field, who co-chaired another IPCC session in Japan last month and sits on the panel’s executive committee but did not have a direct role in the Berlin session, said one way to think about the process is that scientists have control of a two-way valve and can move findings into or out of the summary for policy-makers. The governments have a oneway valve and can only move things out of the document. “The role of this one-way valve is important in thinking about why the findings of the IPCC always feel so measured and carefully couched,” he said. Many of the government interventions are “incredibly helpful” in making the text clearer, he added. “It is a pretty amazing process. But some of the interventions are not quite as time efficient.”
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Continued from Page 6 three days of talks that began with meetings mount collective goal,” the policy-setting by finance ministers of the Group of 20 panel of the 188-nation IMF said in a closing nations, the mix of traditional economic pow- communique. ers such as the United States, Japan and IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde Germany and emerging economies such as and the finance ministers who sit on this panel Brazil, India and China. said they believed the world had entered a new “Creating a more dynamic, sustainable and phase with stronger growth that will begin to job-rich global economy remains our para- make inroads on unemployment.
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Westfield North Middle School student Kamaris Quinones sings “Without You” during a Friday night talent show in the school auditorium. Westfield North Middle School student Solomiya Kirik plays “American Patrol” on the piano as part of a talent show in the school auditorium (Photo by Frederick Gore) Friday. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
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Maia Kelso, a student at Westfield North Middle School, sings “Royals” during a a talent show Friday evening. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Ariana Roldan, a student at Westfield North Middle School, sings and plays her guitar to the song “Someone Like You” during Friday night’s talent show in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School students Britney Noah and Alexa Houle dance to the music of “Carol of the Bells” during Friday night’s talent show in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Ed Yusenko, a student at Westfield North Middle School plays his guitar during a talent show at the school Friday night. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
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Westfield North Middle School student Fiona Cioch plays “Barcorolle” on the piano during a talent show Friday in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Morgan O’Connor, a student at Westfield Middle School North, sings “Wishing You.... Again” during a talent show in the school auditorium Friday night. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School’s Heather O’Connor sings “Let it Go” from the Disney hit Frozen during a talent show in the school auditorium last Friday evening. A total of 19 acts were performed during the 90-minute event. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School students Brandon Andrews, left, plays the song “Demons” as Mackenzie Haskins sings during a talent show Friday night. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School students Courtney Berry and Morgan Thayer dance to the music “Stand and Fight” during Friday night’s talent show at the school. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School student Kristen Stawasz dances to the Legally Blond soundtrack “So Much Better” during Friday night’s talent show in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School student Madison Lemieux sings “Popular” during Friday night’s talent show in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Westfield North Middle School students Alex Natario and Vitaly Nazarets provide some improvisational drumming during Friday night’s talent show in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
North Middle School student Ilianis Colon sings “The Worst” during a talent show Friday night in the school auditorium. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Ilona Nazarets sings “All the Time” on the stage of Westfield North Middle School during a talent show Friday. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Sabrina Dawicki, a student at Westfield Middle School North, Westfield North Middle School student Liz sings “Through the Dark” during Hoffman plays “Nero” on the piano during Friday a 90-minute talent show at the night’s talent show in the school auditorium. school Friday night. (Photo by (Photo by Frederick Gore)
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THE WESTFIELD NEWSSPORTS WSU sweeps Worcester WORCESTER – Westfield State junior Tim Santilli (Southbridge, MA) went a combined 4-for-7 with a double and two RBI to help lead the Owls to a sweep of Worcester State, 4-2, 6-1, in a MASCAC baseball doubleheader Saturday, April 12, at the Lyons Diamond. Westfield State evens its conference record at 3-3 and improves to 11-10 overall, while the Lancers suffer their first league setbacks and fall to 4-2 and 12-12 overall. In game one both squads plated two first-inning runs for the 2-2 score. After the first two batters of the game reached on free passes, Santilli ripped a first-pitch double down the left field line scoring both runners for the 2-0 advantage. Worcester State responded quickly as junior David Ruggiero (Peabody, MA) smacked a triple to right center and classmate Zach George (Attleboro, MA) scampered home after singling to start the inning. Ruggiero then crossed home on freshman Adam Barry’s (Auburn, MA) groundout for the tie score. The Owls added single scores in both the fourth and fifth innings to grab a 4-2 cushion. Sophomore Tyler Adams (W. Barnstable, MA) registered a run-producing single to right field in the fourth. The Owls loaded the bases again in the top of the fifth with no outs. But Lancer junior southpaw Ben Libuda (Auburn, MA) produced a tailor-made 4-6-3 double play to limit the damage to a single score. Owl junior right-hander Mike Molta (Nantucket, MA) commanded the strike zone and only allowed one batter to reach base over the final three innings of play to seal the victory. Molta scattered five hits over his seven innings of work allowing two runs while striking out seven and walking one to improve to 2-2 for the year. Libuda allowed four earned runs on six hits with five walks as he falls to 2-2 on the campaign. Westfield State held the slim 6-5 edge in hits in the opener. In the nightcap the Owls broke a scoreless tie in the top half of the third when sophomore Dan McCormack (Shelton, CT) belted a two-run triple to right center for the 2-0 score. The Lancers cut the deficit in half in the bottom of the fourth as they plated an unearned run off a double play ball when Barry touched home. However, Westfield State scored a pair of runs in both the fifth and seventh innings to pull away and complete the sweep. Sophomore E.G. McMillan (Hopkinton, MA) highlighted the fifth with an RBI single to center and classmate Danny DiMatteo (Dennis, MA) came home on a misplayed ball by the centerfielder. In the last frame for the Owls, senior Kyle Colesanti (Mount Kisco, NY) scored on a bad hop that the third baseman couldn’t come up with and Adams tacked on the final run on an errant throw by the pitcher, who tried to get his man at first base. Westfield State outslugged the hosts 12-5 in the second game. Junior Peter Cassidy (Bluffton, SC) picked up the win hurling six innings surrendering just one unearned run on five hits and one strikeout improving to 2-2 on the year. Junior Kris Doyle (Millbury, MA) allowed four earned runs on 11 hits while walking four and striking out one over 5 1/3 innings of work falling to 3-3 for the season. Ruggiero finished the day 3-for-6 at the plate with a triple an RBI and a run scored. Junior Jeff Bolio (Oxford, MA) collected a pair of hits in the nightcap for the Lancers. McMillan and DiMatteo combined to go 5-for-6 with an RBI and a run scored in the final contest for the visitors. Santilli and McCormack also registered multiple hits in the second game with McCormack driving in a pair. Both squads will continue their respective MASCAC schedules on Monday at 2:00 p.m. The Blue and Gold remain home with a twinbill against Fitchburg State while Westfield State travels to MCLA.
Megan Faunce hands off the baton to Kat Palso in the 4 x 100 relay. (Photo by Mickey Curtis)
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Amy Auclair set a facility record by clearing 11-6 in the pole vault. (Photo by Mickey Curtis)
Junior designated hitter Tim Santilli (4 for 7, double, 2 RBI) led the Owls in their twinbill sweep of Worcester State and raised his batting average to .373. (File photo by Cody Goldman)
WESTFIELD – Westfield State University hosted UMass Dartmouth in a women’s track and field dual meet on Saturday, April 12. No teams scores were compiled but there were many fine performances on the sunny, 70-degree day at the Jerry Gravel Track and Field Complex. The Westfield women were again led by senior Targie Gervais and sophomore Naloti Palma. Gervais sprinted to victories in the 100 and 200 meter dashes in All-New England qualifying times of 12.38 and 25.33 seconds. Palma placed first in the shot put (40-3 ½) and discus (134-9). Her discus toss was seven inches shy of her school record (135-4). Senior Amy Auclair also missed re-setting her school record in the pole vault. Auclair did set a facility record by clearing 11-6 ¼, an inch shy of her school record. Also placing first for the Owls were: freshman Ashley
Monahan (800, 2:20.19), sophomore Meg McNamara (100 hurdles, 15.35), junior Olivia Marshall (3,000 steeplechase, 12:25.6), junior Kat Palso (long jump, 16-7 ¼), and the 4 x 400 relay (4:14.44) of Ashley Monahan, Cassidy Noonan, Jaime Lyons and Nicole Lanoie. Sophomore Julianna Miller finished second in the hammer throw with a personal best of 131-3, edging senior teammate Alex Livingston (130-0). Marie Gulino placed second in the 400 (1:00.91) and was fourth in the 200 (26.70). Also placing second were Noonan (800), Andrea Domings (1500), McNamara (400 hurdles), Michelle Kelleher (steeplechase), and Michaela McCarthy (high jump). The Westfield State track and field team returns to action on Saturday, April 19, when it competes in the Springfield College Invitational. The conference championships are being held April 26 at UMass Dartmouth.
The Westfield State seniors were honored following their final home meet. Left to right, are: Andrea Domings, Targie Gervais,Amy Campbell, Amy Auclair, Kat Palso, head coach Sean O’Brien, Megan Faunce, Alex Livingston, Caitlin Ryan, Cassidy Noonan, and Kristina Duplisea. (Photo by Mickey Curtis)
Freshman Steve Sam won the hammer throw and discus events.
Fast start dooms Owls WESTFIELD – An early 4-0 lead lifted Worcester State University to a 10-7 victory over Westfield State University in a key Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) women’s lacrosse game on Saturday evening, April 12. Worcester is 1-1 in the MASCACS and 6-3 overall; Westfield drops to 2-1 and 6-6. Four players scored for the Lancers as they bolted to a 4-0 lead with 18:23 remaining in the first half. Westfield trailed 5-2 at halftime and 6-3 early in the second half when Worcester responded with two goals in a 14-second span to take an 8-3 lead with 26:29 remaining. The Owls closed within three again, 8-5, but Worcester scored its final two goals for a 10-5 lead with 18:02 remaining. Westfield’s Blair Smith scored the game’s final two goals, at the 17:02 and 1:00 marks. Smith shared game-high honors with Worcester’s Kalia Chase with three goals apiece. The Owls’ Stephanie Lenhardt had a game-high five points (1 goals, 4 assists). Scoring two goals in the Lancers’ balanced attack were Molly Kilday, Michelle Tully and Alaina Martin. In a key statistic, Worcester dominated draw controls, 14-5.
Westfield State’s Caroline Smart sprints downfield.
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Westfield hosts UMass-Dartmouth WESTFIELD – Westfield State University hosted UMass Dartmouth in a men’s track and field dual meet on Saturday, April 12. No team scores were compiled but there were many fine performances on the sunny, 70-degree day at the Jerry Gravel Track and Field Complex. The Owls were led by talented and versatile sophomore Travon Godette (Orange, Mass./Mahar Regional HS), who qualified provisionally for the NCAA Division III national championships with an outstanding javelin throw of 198-0, shattering his previous personal best by nearly eight feet. Godette also tied for first place in the high jump by clearing 6-4. He well over the bar on his third and final attempt at 6-7 but hit the bar on his way down. On the track, Godette placed second in the 110 hurdles with a personal best clocking of 16.08. Finally, Godette took two attempts in the pole vault and cleared 10 feet to finish third. Westfield’s other double winners was senior Zack Madera
of Southwick, Mass., who sprinted to victories in the 100 (11.16) and 200 (22.28) meter dashes, and freshman Steve Sam of Lynn, Mass., in the discus (140-1) and hammer throw (149-6). Also turning in fine efforts were junior John Tomlin, who placed first in the 400 (50.06) and sophomore Matt Moussamih, who placed second in the 800 with a personal best time of 1:55.21. Freshman Kyle Sullivan was a closed second (50.12) in the 500. Madera, Tomlin and Sullivan also were members of the winning 4 x 100 and 4 x 400 relay squads. Also finishing first were: Jeremy Forgue (400 hurdles, 59.02), Steve Connolly (3,000 steeplechase, 10:08.94), Zack Delisle (pole vault, 14-1 ¼), Wali Alston (long jump, 19-11 ½), and Marcus Pettigrew (shot put, 45-3 ½). Also finishing second were: Tim Gallagher (400 hurdles), Chas Hodgdon (steeplechase), Bobby Boire (long jump), Dayvon Williams (triple jump), and Brian Garcia (hammer throw).
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES MONDAY April 14
TUESDAY April 15
WEDNESDAY April 16
THURSDAY April 17
FRIDAY April 18
SATURDAY APRIL 19
WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL vs. Longmeadow, Bullens Field, 4 p.m. BOYS’ V TENNIS vs. West Springfield, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL vs. Hampshire, 4 p.m. JV SOFTBALL vs. Hampshire, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL vs. Longmeadow, WHS, 4 p.m. BOYS’ V LACROSSE at South Hadley, S.H. Middle School, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ V LACROSSE vs. St. Mary’s, 4 p.m. BOYS’ JV LACROSSE at South Hadley, 4 p.m. BOYS’ JV VOLLEYBALL at Minnechaug, 4 p.m. BOYS’ V VOLLEYBALL at Minnechaug, 5:15 p.m. GIRLS’ JV LACROSSE vs. St. Mary’s, 5:30 p.m.
BOYS’ V TENNIS vs. Sabis, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL at Holyoke, John Young Softball Field, 4 p.m. JV SOFTBALL at Holyoke, Crosier Field, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ V TRACK & FIELD at Holyoke, Roberts Sports Complex, 4 p.m.
BASEBALL vs. Central, Bullens Field, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ V TENNIS vs. Northampton, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL vs. Central, WHS, 4 p.m.
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GIRLS’ V TENNIS at Amherst, Amherst Regional Middle School, 4 p.m. BASEBALL vs. Minnechaug, Bullens Field, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL vs. Minnechaug, WHS, 4 p.m. BOYS’ V LACROSSE vs. Agawam, 4 p.m. BOYS’ JV LACROSSE vs. Agawam, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL at Pittsfield, Doyle Field, 4:30 p.m. JV SOFTBALL at Pittsfield, 4:30 p.m. GIRLS’ JV LACROSSE at East Longmeadow, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS’ V LACROSSE at East Longmeadow, 7 p.m.
SOUTHWICK-TOLLAND REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL vs. Smith Academy, 4 p.m. JV SOFTBALL vs. Smith Academy, 4 p.m.
BOYS’/GIRLS’ TRACK & FIELD at Hampshire, 3:30 p.m. SOFTBALL vs. McCann Tech, 4 p.m. JV SOFTBALL vs. McCann Tech, 4 p.m.
BASEBALL vs. Monson, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL vs. Monson, 4 p.m.
SOFTBALL vs. Holyoke Catholic, 4 p.m. JV SOFTBALL vs. Holyoke Catholic, 4 p.m.
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GATEWAY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL at Sabis, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL at Sabis, 4 p.m.
BASEBALL at Holyoke Catholic, Sarah Jane Field, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL at Holyoke Catholic, Anniversary Field, 4 p.m.
SOFTBALL at Palmer, 4 p.m.
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SAINT MARY HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL at Granby, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Westfield, 4 p.m. BOYS’ TENNIS vs. Sabis, Municipal Tennis Courts, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL at Granby, 4 p.m. BOYS’ LACROSSE at Belchertown, 4 p.m.
GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Cathedral, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ TENNIS at Palmer, 4 p.m.
GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Monson, 4 p.m. BASEBALL vs. Holyoke Catholic, 4 p.m. JV BASEBALL vs. Holyoke Catholic, Site TBD, 4 p.m.
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BOYS’ LACROSSE at Granby, 4 p.m.
WESTFIELD VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL at Dean Tech, Springdale Baseball Field, 4:15 p.m.
SOFTBALL at Commerce, Marshall Roy, 4 p.m.
BASEBALL vs. Pioneer Valley Christian School, Bullens Field, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL vs. Putnam, Whitney Field, 4 p.m.
No Sports Scheduled
WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY SCHEDULES Westfield State 2014 Baseball Schedule
Men’s Golf 2014 Spring Schedule Day DATE OPPONENT TIME Tuesday April 15 MASCAC Championships Blackstone National Country Club, Sutton, Mass. 10:00 Thursday April 17 Western New England University Invitational Veterans Memorial Golf Course, Springfield 10:00 Monday April 21 Assumption College Invitational Heritage Country Club, Charlton, Mass. 10:00 Tuesday April 22 Elms College Invitational Westover Country Club, Granby, Mass. 10:00
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Wednesday April 16
WESTERN NEW ENGLAND
3:30
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April 18
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2:00
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12:00
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TBD
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Westfield State
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Ohio Wesleyan
2014 Westfield State Lacrosse Schedule DAY DATE OPPONENT Tuesday
April 15
at Bridgewater State
7:00
Thursday
April 17
at Western Connecticut
7:00
Wednesday April 23
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7:00 1:00
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April 29
MASCAC Tournament Quarterfinals
Thursday
May 1
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Saturday
May 3
MASCAC Tournament Championship
2014 Westfield State Softball Schedule
TIME
DAY Tuesday Friday Monday Wednesday Saturday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
DATE OPPONEN April 15 at MCLA (2) April 18 at Framingham State (2) April 21 SALEM STATE (2) April 23 SPRINGFIELD (2) April 26 FITCHBURG STATE (2) May 1 May 2 May 3 May 4
TIME 2:00 2:00 12:00 3:00 12:00 MASCAC Tournament MASCAC Tournament MASCAC Tournament MASCAC Tournament
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Highland Elementary annual 5th grade talent show Highland Elementary School held its annual 5th grade talent show and pasta supper on Friday. Many of the brave 5th graders took to the stage to share their various talents that included: singing, dancing, poetry, magic, balloon animals, a traditional Nepali dance, hockey stick tricks, instrumental performances, a Pois dance, and a traditional Nepali song. (Photos by Kristen Koziol)
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Annie’s Mailbox By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar
Reluctant Mom Dear Annie: My 26-year-old son graduated from college three years ago. He worked for his father for one year, worked on a marijuana farm for one year and has been living off of his savings for the past eight months. He hasn’t been looking for a job. He says he doesn’t want to work for someone else. Now he says he wants to move back to our town and live half of the year with me and half with my ex-husband, who lives two hours away. He refuses to pay rent. Annie, I don’t want him living here, freeloading. The problem is, I know he’ll come here anyway and stay several nights without officially moving in, because I live near his friends. How do I handle this without having it get really ugly? He’s not the easiest person to deal with. -- Reluctant Mom Dear Reluctant: It isn’t going to get better if you do nothing and find your son on your doorstep. You need to talk to him now, as calmly as possible, and let him know you love him, but you aren’t willing to subsidize his current lifestyle. If you choose, you could tell him that he can stay if he gets a job and pays a reasonable rent, or any variation that you prefer if you think he will honor it. Offer to help him look for employment and/or an apartment of his own. Try to get your ex-husband on board so you both are helping your son get on a path toward responsibility. But you have to be willing to risk your son’s anger if you expect this to work. Dear Annie: I’m a high school student in a small town, and I’m really scared for my health. My maternal grandmother died of breast cancer, and she left behind three daughters, two of whom have daughters of their own. There’s a high chance that my mother, aunts, cousin or I could have breast cancer, as well. I’m scared to the bone of this disease, and I’m always nervous that my self-exams aren’t terribly accurate. I’ve talked to my mom about getting a professional exam or even a mammogram (though, to be honest, I’d be so much more comfortable with a mastectomy altogether), but I always feel like she avoids the subject. Is there any way I can get an exam without my mother knowing? If not, how can I convince her to get one with me? -- Worried in Wyoming Dear Worried: While having a close relative who has had breast cancer is a risk factor over one’s lifetime, it doesn’t necessarily mean that anyone else in your family will get it. A small percentage of the population carries the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene, and if Grandma had this, your mother should speak to her doctor about genetic testing. Otherwise, your risk is no greater than any other girl your age. But we do agree that an exam might put your mind at ease. Ask your mother to make an appointment for you with a gynecologist. If she refuses, you can talk to your pediatrician about this at your next appointment, or contact Planned Parenthood (plannedparenthood.org) for information. Dear Annie: Please tell “End of the Line” not to despair. There are free or low-cost computer courses offered at places like Goodwill Industries (goodwill.org), which also offers help with resume writing, along with free job placement services. In Florida, we have Workforce Plus, which offers assistance, and I’m sure other states have similar services. As a former hiring manager, I often hired people in their 70s. Older workers have excellent work ethics and less absenteeism than younger workers. Plus, their years of business experience proved invaluable. At the age of 51, I decided to return to college and earn a B.A. in accounting, and I continue to take classes. You are never too old to learn. Please tell her not to give up. -- There Is Hope Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
HINTS FROM HELOISE PET PAL Dear Readers: Missy ThibodeauxThompson, via email, sent in a picture of her cat, Stella, sticking out of an empty snack box. Missy says that Stella also likes to play with empty soda-can boxes. These “free” cat toys can provide hours of fun for her. To see Stella’s picture, go to my website, www.Heloise.com, and click on “Pets.” -- Heloise REUSING T-SHIRTS Dear Heloise: I save T-shirts that have an interesting design or color so I can reuse the cloth. If one of the T-shirt colors/designs fits well with a certain outfit, I cut a long, skinny strip and wrap it around a bangle bracelet. I find bangles cheap at discount stores, and can make higher-endlooking bracelets from them. Sometimes I wrap several of the bangles together. -- Jennifer M. in Texas SLOW DOWN Dear Readers: A lot of unpleasant gastrointestinal problems can happen when your dog or cat eats too quickly. Just as in humans, it can cause some pretty unpleasant problems. This is especially true if you feed a pet only once a day. Check with your vet, of course, but two to three mealtimes, depending on your pet, may be a better feeding schedule. -- Heloise
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, April 14, 2014: This year you see many different situations unfold. Your willingness to give 100 percent marks your most successful ventures. If a circumstance does not go in the direction you would like, at least you’ll know that you did your best. If you are single, you will be delighted by your choices; however, you often might experience discomfort when someone pulls the reins too tight. The person you choose will need to have similar freedom and intimacy needs. A good period to meet this person will be anytime after spring. If you are attached, you will defer more often to your sweetie this year. Your closeness will grow. LIBRA has the same core issues, but he or she manifests them in different ways. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH You could have a heavy underpinning of fatigue as you start your day. Your dream life likely has been quite active, which could leave you feeling somewhat uneasy. You might react to a close partner by unleashing a snappy comment. Tonight: Say “yes” to an offer. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH You might be more irritable than you realize. Listen carefully to feedback from an associate without passing judgment. You are likely to cast a sour perspective on any matter right now. A sudden insight could put you on a steadier course. Tonight: Do not push. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH Know that you are not seeing the big picture right now. You often strive to gain a more creative perspective. Today you will need to detach from any ingrained views; you will create a more dynamic plan if you do. Brainstorm with a trusted buddy. Tonight: Fun and games. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH You tend to come from a secure place, even when you’re in an argument. Keep an eye on someone’s offbeat energy, and acknowledge what you need to do in order to keep the peace. For some people, it could be as simple as doing some spring cleaning. Tonight: At home. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Initiate a conversation, but give yourself an exit strategy if the other party seems to be unduly difficult. You are unlikely to run into a receptive audience, as those around you might be unusually aggressive or sensitive. Tonight: Go along with someone’s suggestion. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Your concern might be your budget. Certainly a risk seems tempting. You might not be able to say “no.” If you were to gamble and lose, what would the damage be? Would you be able to handle it? If you feel you could, then consider it. Tonight: Your treat. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH You could find others to be somewhat difficult. Might you be coming across more provocatively than you had intended? Your fuse has been short lately, and news might be overwhelming, but know that all’s well that ends well. Tonight: Whatever makes you happy. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HH You might want to defer any interactions with certain people to others. You often suppress your anger, and it easily could be triggered. Unexpected demands at work or from others could send you into a tizzy. Treat yourself as a fragile object today. Tonight: Not to be found. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You flourish when loved ones and friends come together. Gather your cohorts together for a meeting, as it could trigger a flow of ideas. Deal with a partner directly. Do not negotiate a financial matter. You know what is good for you. Tonight: In the whirlwind of living. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH A take-charge attitude will get you far, and it also will allow you to greet unusual success and change. Still, someone might be undermining you on some level. Use care with a personal matter. You inadvertently could trigger a situation. Tonight: A force to be dealt with. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH You might want to step out of your comfort zone in order to find the answers you need. Confusion seems to surround communication. Someone could be looking for you in the wrong spot or at the wrong time. Confirm plans. Tonight: Do not second-guess
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Dollars for Scholars Monthly Meeting WESTFIELD - The next monthly meeting of the CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars will be held on Monday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Faculty Cafeteria at South Middle School. New members always welcome!
Scavenger Hunt SOUTHWICK - Celebrate National Library Week from April 14 to April 19 at Southwick Public Library by finding the storybook characters hidden around the Children’s Room. You will match the characters you find to the character list available at the Librarian’s desk. When you get them all correct, you may enter to win a $10 Summer House gift certificate. One prize will be awarded, and the winner’s name will be posted in the Children’s Room on Tuesday, April 22. For more information, visit or call the Children’s Room at 413-5691221x4.
Intern Recognition Reception SOUTHWICK - The Business Education Alliance (BEA) Advisory Board announced that the annual Appreciation and Recognition Reception, acknowledging Southwick students and their mentors, will be held April 16 at Southwick-Tolland Regional High School (STRHS) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thirty student interns and mentors will share their experiences as participants in the Diversified Learning Experience program during the academic year 2013-2014. The BEA will also hold its annual drawing of prizes, which supports the BEA scholarship fund. In June of 2013, four $375 scholarships were awarded. Refreshments will be served.
Master Gardener To Speak SOUTHWICK - Master Gardener Thelma Green of Chicopee will be the Southwick Public Library’s guest speaker Wednesday, April 16 at 7 p.m. when she will detail her experiences restoring the herbal garden at Storrowton on the grounds of the Big E (Eastern States Exposition) in West Springfield. The presentation, which is sponsored by the Friends of the Library, is free and open to the public. It will discuss the content and maintenance of the garden and herbal gardens generally as well as the soil requirements for various herbs. The conditions needed for potted herbals will also be noted and Thelma will share cookies, vinegar and tea recipes, all made from herbs.
Coffee Hour RUSSELL- The Russell Council on Aging is offering free breakfast and coffee to all seniors in Russell and neighboring communities. Oatmeal, muffins, smoothies, and coffee will be served Wednesday, April 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Seniors may stop in during the hour and a half to eat and socialize at the Russell Senior Center on 65 Main Street in Russell. Breakfasts will also be available to take home. For more information, please leave a message on the Russell Council on Aging information/reservation line, (413)862-6205, and someone will return your call.
‘Welcome Baby’ Sessions For New Parents SOUTHWICK - The Southwick Public Library will host Pathways for Parents; “Welcome Baby” series for first-time parents of infants under a year old on Thursday, April 17 from 10:30 a.m. till noon. This free program includes infant sign language, infant massage and calming music, movement and yoga for both parents and infants. To register for this program, visit or call the Children’s Room at 413-569-1221x4.
Easter Craft SOUTHWICK - Children of all ages are invited to celebrate Easter by making their own Easter Bunny Puppet-on-a-Stick at the Southwick Public Library. Materials will be available beginning on April 17 through April 19 in the Children’s Room during regular library hours.
Alan’s ‘2 for 2 Fridays’ Pancakes WESTFIELD - Volunteer Alan Sudentas whips up scrumptious pancakes at the Westfield Senior Center on the third Friday of every month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Participants get two big pancakes and a cup of coffee for two bucks. Tickets can be purchased at the Senior Center Greeter’s desk on the morning of the breakfast. No advance tickets, no signups, and no reservations for these monthly pancake breakfasts are necessary. In addition, the Senior Center Wellness Nurse is also at the Senior Center on the third Friday of the month to take blood pressures, review medications, and discuss medical and health concerns. Invite some friends and treat yourself to breakfast “out” on April 18 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Senior Center! The Westfield Senior Center is located at 40 Main Street. Free parking is available in the Stop & Shop lot or, for no more than three hours, in the municipal lot behind Bank of America.
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CITY OF WESTFIELD PARK & RECREATION DEPARTMENT The City of Westfield is seeking applicants to fill several skilled seasonal positions for the Parks and Recreation Department. Posted April 8 and will close April 22 with selections made by April. Positions $11.00 These positions are seasonal with no benefits. (Subject to funding)
BASEBALL SUPERVISORS Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Supervising children in baseball and t-ball programs. Experience working with children and thorough knowledge of baseball and T-ball preferred. Hourly rate is $11.00 a hour. Evenings and Saturday morning April-June. Flexible schedule. Previous experience preferred. All applicants must submit to a CORI/SORI (A criminal back round check) and complete the Conflict of Interest Law form. Applications are available at:
City Hall Personnel Department 59 Court Street Westfield, MA 01085 Hours are from Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Please return all applications to Personnel Dept.) Any questions, please call Jim Blascak, Interim Director at (413)5726312. The City of Westfield is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/H
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Carpet
Excavating
CARPET, LINOLEUM, CERAMIC TILE, HARDWOOD FLOORS. Sales, Service. Installation & Repairs. Customer guaranteed quality, clean, efficient, workmanship. Call Rich (413)530-7922.
SEPTIC SYSTEMS, house sites, demolition, land clearing, driveways, stumping, patios, retaining walls, walkways. CORMIER LANDSCAPING, (413)822-0739.
Home Improvement
DAVE DAVIDSON BATHROOM & KITCHEN REMODELING. “GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME” Complete Bath Renovations. Mass. License #072233, Mass. Registration #144831. CT. HIC. #0609568. Now serving CT. Insured. Quality Work on Time on Budget Flooring/Floor Sanding Since 1984. (413)569-9973. WAGNER RUG & FLOORING, LLC. 95 www.davedavidsonremodeling.com MAINLINE DRIVE, WESTFIELD. A RON JOHNSON’S FLOOR SAND(413)568-0520. One stop shopping for ING. Installation, repairs, 3 coats all your floors. Over 40 years in busi- polyurethane. Free estimates. (413) 569-3066. ness. www.wagnerrug.com
Chimney Sweeps 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, 1-800-793-3706.
Drywall T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete professional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops! Call Mike 413-8218971. Free estimates.
Electrician POEHLMAN ELECTRIC. All types of wiring. Free estimates, insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. Gutter deicing cables installed. I answer all calls! Prompt service, best prices. Lic. #A-16886. (413)562-5816. TURCOTTE ELECTRIC. 30+ years experience. Electrical installations, emergency service work. Generac portable or whole house generator installations. HVAC controls and energy saving green technology upgrades. Fully insured. All calls answered. Master’s Lic #A-18022. (413)214-4149. JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC. Senior discount. No job too small! Insured, free estimates. 40 years experience. Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682. MASTER ELECTRICIAN 40 years experience. Insured, reasonable prices. No job too small. Call Tom Daly, (413)543-3100. Lic# A7625.
Gutter Cleaning
DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT for all your exterior home improvement needs. Roofing, siding, windows, decks and gutters. Call for free quote. Extensive references, fully licensed & insured in MA. & CT. www.delreohomeimprovement.com Call Gary Delcamp (413)569-3733.
RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED, REPAIRED. Antennas removed, chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed. Sr. citizen discount. Insured. Free estimates. H.I. Johnson TOM DISANTO Home Improvements Services. (413)596-8859 before 9p.m. The best choice for all interior and exterior building and remodeling. Specializing Hauling in the design and building of residential additions, since 1985. Kitchens, baths, #1 PHIL'S DUMP RUNS/DEMOLITION. siding, windows, decks, porches, sunRemoval of any items in cellars, attics, rooms, garages. License #069144. MA etc... Also brush removal and small dem- Reg. #110710. FREE ESTIMATES, olition (sheds, decks, fences, one car REFERENCES, FULLY INSURED. Call garages). Fully insured. Free esti- Tom (413)568-7036. mates. Phil (413)525-2892, (413)265PAUL MAYNARD CONSTRUCTION. 6380. All your carpentry needs. (413)386A DUMP TRUCK. Attic, cellars, yard, 4606. Did your windows fail with the scrap metal removal. Seasoned Fire- cold weather? Don't wait another year! wood. (413)569-1611, (413)374-5377. Call Paul for replacement windows. Many new features available. Windows A.R.A. JUNK REMOVAL SERVICE. are built in CT. All windows installed by Furniture, trash, appliances. Full house Paul, owner of Paul Maynard Concleanouts, basements, attics, yards. struction. My name is on my work. Furnace and hot water heater removal. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE. Free estimate on phone. Senior dis- R.J. FENNYERY HOME IMPROVEcount. Call Pete (413)433-0356. MENT'S. Professional roofing & siding contractor. All types of home www.arajunkremoval.com. repairs. Expert emergency leak repair. Reasonable rates. MA Lic. Home & Office Cleaning #CS066849. MA Reg. #149909. Call Bob (413)736-0276. RJFennyery. CLEANING SERVICE. VERY REA- com SONABLE - 8 years experience. We can help you keep your house in perfect condition. Satisfaction guaranteed. Home Maintenance Free estimates. Excellent references. Call (413)455-9633. HANDYMAN/CARPENTER. All home repairs: Honey to do list, bathroom reHome Improvement modeling, tile work, sheetrock repairs, winterization. No job too small. 35 years profressional experience. (413)519BRUNO ANTICO BUILDING RE- 3251.
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House Painting
Landscaping/Lawn Care
ALWAYS CALL FIRST!!! M&M SERVICES-20 Years serving the Westfield area. Painting, staining, house washing, interior/exterior. Wall coverings. Commercial/residential. Free estimates. Insured. References. Mass Reg. #121723. Call (413)568-9731. No job too small !!
S.E. LANDSCAPING. Lawn mowing, mulch, spring cleanups, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Call (413)977-1105.
At SANTA FE PAINTING CO. We're your color specialists! Brighten up your home for Spring! Get all your interior painting needs done now. We paint and stain log homes. Call (413)230-8141. A NEW LOOK FOR 2014. Let Home Decor help. Interior painting and wallpapering, specializing in faux finishes. Servicing the area over 12 years. Call Kendra now for a free estimate and decorating advice. (413)564-0223, (413)626-8880. KELSO FAMILY PAINTING. Filling summer schedule for exterior painting, interior painting anytime. Call Kyle (413)667-3395.
Landscaping/Lawn Care A SPRING CLEANUP. Commercial, residential. Weekly mowing and maintenance, tree removal, dethatching, mulch, gutter cleaning, etc. Shea Landscaping, (413)569-2909. CORMIER LANDSCAPING. Spring cleanups, lawn service, mulching, retaining walls, excavating, decks, driveways, patios, tree work, stone work. Call (413)822-0739.
Masonry ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. All brick, block, concrete. Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired. Sump pumps and french drain systems installed. Foundations pointed and stuccoed. Free estimates. (413)5691611. (413)374-5377.
Plumbing & Heating NICK GARDNER PLUMBING, WELDING & MECHANICAL SERVICES. Professional, reliable service. MA Lic. #PL31893-J. Certified Welding. Insured. Call (413)531-2768 Nick7419@comcast.net
Roofing ONE STOP SHOPPING for all your ROOFING needs! POWER WASHING/CLEANING revitalizing your roof, removing ugly black stains, mold and moss, we’ll make it look like new plus prolong the life of your roof. We do emergency repairs, new construction, complete tear off, ice and water protection barrier systems, skylight repairs. Snow & ice removal. FREE gutter cleaning with any roof repair or roof job. 10% senior discount. Free estimates. MA. Lic. #170091. Call (413)977-5701
Tree Service A BETTER OPTION - GRANFIELD TREE SERVICE. Tree Removal, Land Clearing, Excavating. Firewood, Log Truck Loads. (413)569-6104.
AMERICAN TREE & SHRUB. ProfesLAWN MOWING, Spring/Fall cleanups, sional fertilizing, planting, pruning, cahedge trimming and all your landscaping needs.(413)626-6122 or visit: www.hag- bling and removals. Free estimates, fully insured. Please call Ken 569gerscape.com 0469. PLUMLEY LANDSCAPE, INC. Call us today for all your landscape needs. Landscape design and planting, irriga- CONRAD TREE SERVICE. Expert tion installation and repair, and complete tree removal. Prompt estimates. yard renovations. Drainage problems, Crane work. Insured. “After 34 stump grinding, chipper service, bobcat service, gravel driveways, excavation years, we still work hard at being and demolition, including getting rid of #1.” (413)562-3395. that unwanted pool. (413)862-4749.
MODELING.Kitchens, additions, decks, rec rooms, more. Prompt, reliable service, free estimates. Mass JOSEPH’S HANDYMAN COMPANY. T&S LANDSCAPING. Highest quality, Upholstery Registered #106263, licensed & in- Carpentry, remodeling, kitchen, baths, lowest prices. Lawn mowing. Residenbasements, drywall, tile, floors, sus- tial\commercial. No lawns to small. KEITH'S UPHOLSTERY & REPAIRS. sured. Call Bruno, (413)562-9561.
pended ceilings, restoration services, doors, windows, decks, stairs, C&N CARPENTRY. Suspended ceil- interior/exterior painting, plumbing. ings, home improvements and remod- Small jobs ok. All types of professional eling. Licensed and insured. Call work done since 1985. Call Joe, (413)364-7038. (413)262-9314.
Weekly, biweekly. (413)330-3917.
30+ years experience for home or business. Discount off all fabrics. Get quality YARD CLEANUP, thatching, leaf brush workmanship at a great price. Free removal, hedge/tree trimming, pickup and delivery. Call (413)562mulch/stone, mowing. Call Accurate 6639. Lawncare, (413)579-1639.