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Closing arguments set in Boston Marathon bombing trial

By DENISE LAVOIE AP Legal Affairs Writer BOSTON (AP) — With one last chance to connect with the jury, lawyers for Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev are expected to continue to portray him as an aimless college student who fell under the domineering influence of his radicalized older brother.

Prosecutors are sure to remind the jury of the brutality of the attack, the people who were maimed or killed, and the image of Tsarnaev standing behind 8-year-old Martin Richard and his family about a minute before the blasts. The boy was one of three people killed when Tsarnaev and his brother, Tamerlan, placed two pressure-cooker bombs DZHOKHAR near the marathon finish line on TSARNAEV April 15, 2013.

Closing arguments in the guilt phase of the trial are scheduled for Monday.

Tsarnaev’s lawyer admitted he participated in the bombings during her opening statement to the jury. “It was him,” said attorney Judy Clarke, a renowned death penalty lawyer.

Clarke told the jury that it was Tamerlan Tsarnaev who was the mastermind of the attack. Clarke said the 26-yearold had become increasingly radicalized and enlisted Dzhokhar, then 19, to help him in an attack meant to retaliate against the U.S. for its actions in Muslim countries.

Legal analysts said they expect the defense to stick with a strategy of conceding guilt, but trying to persuade the jury

Visitors mingle through the Southwick Town Hall auditorium during the 2012 Annual Southwick Home & Business Show sponsored by the Southwick Economic Development Commission. (File photo by chief photographer Frederick Gore)

Southwick Annual Home & Business Show seeks exhibitors

By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Staff Writer SOUTHWICK – The Southwick Annual Business and Home Show will be at a new location and on a new day this year.

Set for Tuesday, April 28, the show will be held at Tucker’s Restaurant this year instead of Town Hall. Also this year, the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the Southwick Economic Development Commission to present the show.

The Chamber hopes to bring new energy to the fifth annual event.

The show is free and open to the public, however only

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Springfield mayor calls for review after concert shooting SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Springfield’s mayor is asking for a review of a theater’s entertainment license after police say three people were injured in a shooting there.

Mayor Dominic Sarno told The Republican newspaper on Sunday he has called for a hearing on security at the Paramount Theater, a venue previously operated as the Hippodrome MAYOR nightclub. The theater is owned by a DOMENIC J. nonprofit agency which hasn’t immeSARNO diately commented.

Police say man apparently went in the front door as a hip-hop concert was ending at about 1:30 a.m. Sunday and fired several shots in the lobby targeting one person. Three people have non-life-threatening injuries.

Police have said the victims aren’t cooperating with their investigation.

Southwick businesses can exhibit, including home based businesses. Chamber membership is not required to exhibit or visit the show. Table Tops are $25, which includes table, tablecloth and chair, one sign on the table listing the name of your business and a lisiting in the Show Program.

In order to be in the Show Program, you must register by April 14, 2015. To register, please visit the Town of Southwick’s website, www.southwickma.org.

There will be a cash bar and complimentary light hors d’oeuvres.

The Southwick Home & Business Show takes place form 4:30 – 7 p.m. at Tucker’s Restaurant, 625 College Highway.

City woman wins service award Syrian Crisis part of LONGMEADOW – A dedicat- therapy lessons to deaf and hard WSU lecture series ed and compassionate counselor, of hearing students from early Gloria Williams was recently honored with the 2015 maaps Albert E. Trieschman Memorial Award for Exceptional Direct Service to Children at its annual conference for her skill in counseling students who are deaf. maaps – the Massachusetts Association of 766 Approved Private Schools – represents 85 private special education schools across the state.

Williams, who lives in Westfield, has been a direct service practitioner in special education for 21 years. For 14 years, she has worked as a counselor at the Willie Ross School for the Deaf, a maaps member school, where she provides individual and group

childhood through middle school.

Her colleagues wrote letters of praise to nominate her for the award. The award was presented to Williams on Friday, March 27 at maaps’ 37th Annual Conference in Marlborough.

“Gloria is a gifted counselor who easily develops trust with her students,” says Linda Carfora, assistant director of educational services at the Willie Ross School for the Deaf. “They feel comfortable with her and will seek her out they need help. She does an excellent job developing self-advocacy skills and promoting anti-bullying

WESTFIELD – As part of its Guest Lecture Series, Westfield State University will host “The Syrian Crisis: Local, Regional, and International Perspectives” a night of renowned speakers and a panel discussion on Monday April 13 starting at 7 p.m. in Scanlon Banquet Hall.

The panel will discuss an overview of the current Syrian situation, including a timeline, main players, the impact and participation of women, current status on the ground, and humanitarian crisis in the region. The speakers will also discuss how ISIS originated in Iraq and Syria and how they came to rise, Turkey’s stance on the issue, and how Islamophobia has affected Europe and the United States while touching upon the recent terrorist attacks on Paris.

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Massachusetts pension board to consider diversity proposal BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts’ pension board is considering a plan to use its shareholder muscle to press companies to include more women and racial minorities on corporate boards.

A board vote on the plan is expected Tuesday.

A committee of the Pension Reserves Investment Management Board oversees the state’s $61 billion pension fund and has recommended the board adopt the guidelines. Under them, the board would use its shareholder status in a company to vote against all corporate board nominees unless at least a quarter of them are women and racial minorities.

The rule was proposed by Democratic state Treasurer Deb Goldberg, who chairs the ninemember board.

It also seeks to use the board’s proxy voting to push companies to adopt wage equality, renewable energy and human rights standards.

Pothole repairs Employees from the Southwick Highway Department continue to repair potholes along secondary roads with a hot asphalt material Tuesday.

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DNA testing for dog poop on the rise in Seattle area SEATTLE (AP) — Frustrated with dog owners who refuse to clean up after their pets, an increasing number of apartments in Seattle are opting to use DNA testing to identify the culprits.

The Seattle Times reports (http://bit. ly/1HxGgb2 ) that a company called BioPet Vet Lab from Knoxville, Tennessee, is providing its PooPrints testing kits to 26 apartment and condo complexes and homeowners associations in the region.

Erin Atkinson, property manager at Potala Village Apartments in Everett says the messes are all over.

“There was poop inside the elevators, in the carpeted hallways, up on the roof,” Atkinson said. “They’re lazy, I guess.”

That’s why, since February 2014, tenants have been paying a “one-time fee of $29.95 for DNA testing.”

BioPet says in the past five years, the DNA test has been used in nearly 1,000 places around the country, and it’s especially popular in Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles and other large cities.

The marketing took a little longer to reach the Northwest, but King-Snohomish-Pierce counties are opportune sites. They are home See DNA Testing, Page 5

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Monday, April 6, the 96th day of 2015. There are 269 days left in the year.

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n April 6, 1965, the United States launched Intelsat I, also known as the “Early Bird” communications satellite, into geosynchronous orbit.

ON THIS DATE: In 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was organized by Joseph Smith in Fayette, New York.

In 1865, in the closing days of the Civil War, Union forces led by Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant defeated Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia in the Battle of Sailor’s Creek.

In 1896, the first modern Olympic games formally opened in Athens, Greece.

In 1909, American explorers Robert E. Peary and Matthew A. Henson and four Inuits became the first men to reach the North Pole.

In 1917, Congress approved a declaration of war against Germany.

In 1945, during World War II, the Japanese warship Yamato and nine other vessels sailed on a suicide mission to attack the U.S. fleet off Okinawa; the fleet was intercepted the next day.

In 1947, the first Tony Awards were held in New York.

(This event, focusing on individual achievement, did not specifically recognize plays or musicals; honorees included Ingrid Bergman, Helen Hayes, Jose Ferrer and Fredric March and playwright Arthur Miller.)

In 1954, a month after being criticized by newsman Edward R. Murrow on CBS’ “See It Now,” Sen. Joseph R.

McCarthy, R-Wis., given the chance to respond on the program, charged that Murrow had, in the past, “engaged in propaganda for Communist causes.”

In 1963, the United States signed an agreement to sell the Polaris missile system to Britain.

In 1971, Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky, 88, died in New York City.

In 1985, William J. Schroeder (SHRAY’-dur) became the first artificial heart recipient to be discharged from the hospital as he moved into an apartment in Louisville, Kentucky.

In 1998, country singer Tammy Wynette died at her Nashville home at age 55.

TEN YEARS AGO:

Iraq’s new government finally began to take shape as lawmakers elected as president Jalal Talabani, a Kurdish leader who promised to represent all ethnic and religious groups. Fifteen U.S. service members and three American civilians were killed when their Chinook helicopter crashed in Afghanistan. Prince Rainier III of Monaco died at age 81, leaving the throne to Prince Albert II.

FIVE YEARS AGO: The White House announced a fundamental shift in U.S. nuclear strategy that called the spread of atomic weapons to rogue states or terrorists a worse threat than the nuclear Armageddon feared during the Cold War. Former Soviet diplomat Anatoly Dobrynin, 90, died in Moscow. Actor Corin Redgrave, 70, died in London. Wilma Mankiller, the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation, died in Oklahoma at age 64.

ONE YEAR AGO: Legendary Hollywood actor Mickey Rooney, 93, died in North Hollywood. U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel delivered a two-pronged warning to Asia Pacific nations, announcing in Tokyo that the U.S. would send two additional ballistic missile destroyers to Japan to counter the North Korean threat, and saying China had better respect its neighbors. The U.S. Navy rescued an American family with an ill 1-year-old from a sailboat that had broken down hundreds of miles off the Mexican coast. George Strait won his second entertainer of the year — 25 years after winning his first — and Miranda Lambert and Keith Urban teamed up to earn top honors at the Country Music Awards.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Nobel Prize-winning scientist James D. Watson is 87.

Composer-conductor Andre Previn is 86. Country singer Merle Haggard is 78. Actor Billy Dee Williams is 78. Actor Roy Thinnes is 77. Writer-comedian Phil Austin (Firesign Theatre) is 74. Movie director Barry Levinson is 73. Actor John Ratzenberger is 68. Baseball Hall of Famer Bert Blyleven is 64. Actress Marilu Henner is 63. Olympic bronze medal figure skater Janet Lynn is 62. Actor Michael Rooker is 60. Former U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., is 59. Rock musician Warren Haynes is 55. Rock singer-musician Frank Black is 50. Actress Ari Meyers is 46. Actor Paul Rudd is 46. Actor-producer Jason Hervey is 43. Rock musician Markku Lappalainen (mar-KOO’ lap-uh-LAN’-en) is 42. Actor Zach Braff is 40. Actor Joel Garland (TV: “Orange is the New Black”) is 40. Actress Candace Cameron Bure is 39. Actor Teddy Sears is 38. Jazz and rhythm-andblues musician Robert Glasper is 37. Actress Eliza Coupe is 34. Folk singer-musician Kenneth Pattengale (Milk Carton Kids) is 33. Actor Bret Harrison is 33. Actor Charlie McDermott is 25.

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L-r, James V. Major, maaps executive director; Gloria Williams; and Larry Sauer, president, MAAPS board of directors. (Photo submitted)

Award and has a special calmness about herself in crisis.

Furthermore, she offers creative solutions to problems, believes in her students, is devoted to families, and her positive nature make her a unique and valuable member of the school.”

In addition to counseling students, Williams has worked with families through home visits, spending much of it after traditional business hours. She even taught a sign language class in Southbridge and an evening class in Springfield. She is skilled at identifying a myriad of services for families in need of therapy and is devoted to providing them herself or helping the families connect with other agencies that can provide them. She went above and beyond to facilitate a student’s slot on a football team by working with social workers from the student’s home-

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Moreover, she has organized food and clothing drives for students in need and quickly assembled her staff to provide grief counseling to students when a recent graduate died in a car accident.

After a tornado hit Springfield in 2011, she bravely traveled to her students’ neighborhoods to search for them and their families, making sure they were safe and providing clear communication to them so they were aware of what happened. She applied for, and was granted, funding to provide extra transportation for students so they could participate in an afterschool program for the deaf, which resulted in greater participation. For several years, she has led the Parent Advisory Council, bringing in speakers for parents to address various topics such as behavior management, guardianship, independent living, video relay

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“We are very proud to honor Gloria for her inspiring and remarkable work,” says James V. Major, maaps executive director. “maaps member schools teachers and staff work tirelessly to provide high-quality educational experiences to their students.

Gloria’s devotion to providing therapy, embodies these efforts and serves as a great example to her entire profession.”

The Albert E. Trieschman Memorial Award for Exceptional Direct Service to Children is annually awarded at the maaps conference to honor the legacy of the late Dr. Trieschman who founded Walker and served as the first executive director until his death in 1984. Throughout his career, Dr. Trieschman, a psychologist at Children’s Hospital, helped children facing emotional, behavioral and learning challenges get the treatment and support they needed to lead full lives. In 1969, Dr. Trieschman cowrote The Other 23 Hours, which emphasizes the power of a therapeutic setting in the lives of children coping with complex behavioral health needs. His revolutionary work introduced a new residential care philosophy that outlined the need for treatment beyond the one-hour therapy session. The Other 23 Hours remains a classic text for child care professionals working in residential treatment settings.

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Continued from Page 1 that because Tsarnaev was not the driving force behind the attack, they should spare him from the death penalty and instead sentence him to life in prison during the second phase of the trial. The same jury will be asked to decide his punishment.

During the trial, the defense used its four witnesses to show that Tamerlan Tsarnaev had searched for bomb components on his computer, while Dzhokhar’s computer activity focused largely on Facebook, a Russian version of Facebook and other social media sites. The defense also called an FBI fingerprint investigator who said Tamerlan’s fingerprints were found on some of the bomb parts recovered at the scene of the marathon bombing while Dzhokhar’s were not.

“They will continue to downplay his role and play up the role of his older brother, trying to create the impression that his older brother was the puppeteer and he was the puppet,” said Christopher Dearborn, a professor at Suffolk University Law School.

“I don’t think they have any hope of prevailing in the guilt phase, but their strategy will continue to be to gain some credibility with the jury by conceding what they had to concede and hoping to try to humanize the kid a little bit so that will carry over into the second phase of the trial,” he said.

Prosecutors told the jury that Tsarnaev and his brother were partners in the attack.

They called witnesses who described how he joined his brother at a New Hampshire firing range to practice shooting about a month before the marathon, had fireworks that had been emptied of their explosive powder in his dorm room and scrawled a message inside the boat he was captured in denouncing the U.S. for its wars in Muslim countries.

They also called survivors of the bombing who gave heart-wrenching testimony about having legs blown off in the explosions.

“I think the prosecution will remind the jury how horrendous this event was and they will further remind the jury that this fellow was a terrorist,” said Boston College Law School professor Robert Bloom.

To rebut the defense claim that Dzhokhar was merely a follower of his brother, prosecutors also will likely remind the jury that he is shown in surveillance video and still photos carrying a backpack and then with the backpack at his feet on the sidewalk behind the Richard family as well as other children.

“The prosecution might say something to the effect of ‘He didn’t do as much as his brother, but he did plenty,'” Bloom said.

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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS MONDAY, APRIL 6 GRANVILLE Monday Night Meetings at 7 pm Planning Board

TOLLAND Board of Selectmen at 5 pm

WESTFIELD School Committee at 7 pm

SOUTHWICK Board of Selectmen at 6 pm Historical Commission at 7 pm Conservation Commission at 7 pm

TUESDAY, APRIL 7 WESTFIELD Planning Board at 7 pm Board of Water Commissioners at 7 pm

GRANVILLE Cultural Council at 7 pm Fire House at 7 pm EMTs at 7 pm

SOUTHWICK Planning Board at 7 pm

HUNTINGTON Green Committee at 7 pm

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8 WESTFIELD Board of Registrars at 3 pm

HUNTINGTON Selectboard at 5:30 pm

FRIDAY, APRIL 10 GRANVILLE Council on Aging at 1:30 pm

MONDAY, APRIL 13 WESTFIELD School Committee at 5:30 pm Westfield Voke Tech High School Electrical Wiring Shop at 5:30 pm

GRANVILLE Monday Night Meetings at 7 pm

TOLLAND Men’s Coffee at PSC Building at 7:45 am Council on Aging Meeting at 9 am Board of Selectmen at 5 pm

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

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Featured Speakers Dr. Omar Dahi, a Damascus, Syria native, is an associate professor of economics at Hampshire College. He is the corecipient of a grant from the Arab Council for the Social Sciences to conduct research in Lebanon, Turkey, and Jordan, on Syrian refugees and displaced populations. Dr. Dahi’s expertise ranges on various topics including economic development, international trade, South-South economic cooperation, and the political economy of the Middle East and North Africa – all of which he has been published discussing. This is Dr. Dahi’s third visit to Westfield State University.

Vijay Prashad, Ph.D., is a journalist, historian, and professor at Trinity College. He has published seventeen books, five in 2012 alone, and is a world-renowned speaker. Dr. Prashad is a senior research fellow at the Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon and is known for his outspoken criticism on US Foreign Policy.

Dr. Leyla Keough is a visiting professor of anthropology and Middle East Studies at Hampshire College. She has conducted extensive research about transnational migration, gender, and global neoliberalism. Dr. Keough is set to release a book that analyzes the trafficking of women and the migration policy on European and Middle Eastern borders.

For more information regarding “The Syrian Crisis: Local, Regional, and International Perspectives”, please contact: Mark Abate (mabate@westfield.ma.edu) or Michelle Pescetta in the History Department located in Bates 113.

The Guest Lecture Series is supported by funding from the Academic Affairs budget to enhance student learning and service to the larger community. An advisory committee with representation by the faculty and librarians, staff, and students review proposals and recommend selection of proposals for the year. For more information on upcoming speakers in the Guest Lecture Series, please visit http://www.westfield.ma. edu/guest-lecture-series.

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Albano to lobby Gov. Baker against court cuts Governor’s Councillor Michael Albano today announced he would lobby the Baker Administration to “reconsider proposed budget cuts to the Court system.”

The second term Councillor stated: “budget cuts to the Courts would not only have a detrimental impact on the delivery of justice; but also on the delivery of services.”

Albano, a former Probation Officer and Member of the Parole Board stated: “the State is currently facing a serious drug addiction problem. It makes no sense to cut services to those in need at this critical time.”

The Governor’s proposed $603 million Trial Court budget is $4 million less than the amount available to the Court in fiscal 2015; and $40 million less than the amount that would be needed to maintain the same level of services, according to published reports.

Currently there are 6,537 employees included in the Trial Court’s proposed budget which would drop to 6,000 under the Governor’s plan.

Harry Spence, Trial Court Administrator recently told Legislators how the Trial Court has had to reduce staff even as the Executive Branch increased in size in recent years. From fiscal 2008 to fiscal 2014, the Judiciary lost 16.5 percent of its staffing while other branches of government increased staffing 4.9 percent, he said.

From fiscal 2008 to fiscal 2015 the Judiciary’s budget grew 4.6% while other branches grew 37.3% said Spence, who said technological advancements have blunted the impact of lean budgets.

Since his election to the Governor’s Council, Albano has been a staunch advocate for the Court system. He has regularly toured the Courts in his western Mass District and advocated to the Speaker and Senate President for additional funding.

Most recently, the Councillor’s advocacy was successful with Governor Baker with the posting of positions in Springfield and Pittsfield to fill judicial vacancies.

A changed Iran?

Obama aides divided Some in the White House doubt a nuclear deal would alter the regime’s attitude toward the U.S.

By MICHAEL CROWLEY Politico.com Both President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry have suggested that a nuclear deal with Iran could be a step toward thawed relations between Washington and Tehran.

But experts and even some senior administration officials are more skeptical, warning that a deal might not moderate Iran’s clerical regime and could even embolden it.

Sources familiar with the Obama administration’s thinking describe a split among top officials over what to expect from Iran after a deal, a debate that could determine America’s wider strategy in the Middle East.

“So many proponents of the deal have argued that there will be a spillover effect — that if we can get this deal then we would be likely to alter Iran’s trajectory on its regional approach as well as its domestic policies,” says Suzanne Maloney, an Iran expert at the Brookings Institution.

“I don’t tend to think that’s the case. There are plenty of reasons to question how this deal is going to play out with regard to Iran on the other issues of concern to the U.S.” For instance, some Iran watchers fear that if Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, accedes to pressure from moderates and business leaders to approve the nuclear deal, he may try to appease hard-liners and demonstrate his resolve by opposing the U.S. more strenuously in other ways.

Watching closely are Israel and America’s Sunni Arab allies, like Saudi Arabia, who fear that Obama may envision a grand strategic shift in which Iran transforms from an enemy of America to a regional partner. So are military planners who warn against the temptation to think that a post-deal Iran will require a smaller U.S. presence in the region.

Obama has hinted as much. After the first interim nuclear deal was struck in November 2013, he suggested it had implications that went beyond uranium stockpiles and centrifuge counts.

“If Iran seizes this opportunity, the Iranian people will benefit from rejoining the international community, and we can begin to chip away at the mistrust between our two nations,” Obama said.

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Gary Hart: Billion-dollar Clinton campaign should ‘frighten’ Americans The two-time Democratic presidential candidate is alarmed by current ‘dynastic’ politics.

By JONATHAN TOPAZ Politico.com Gary Hart has serious reservations about a Hillary Clinton candidacy.

The prospect of a billion-dollar Clinton campaign “ought to frighten every American,” he said in an interview with POLITICO, and Democrats would be better served by a competitive primary that forced her to speak in more depth about the issues.

Hart, a two-time Democratic presidential candidate, offered his opinions in a phone interview Wednesday where he also expressed admiration of Elizabeth Warren and gave advice to prospective challenger Martin O’Malley, a former Hart campaign staffer.

“I like Hillary Clinton. I really appreciate what she and her husband have done … but we need new leaders,” said Hart, a former Colorado senator who rose from the bottom of the polls and nearly took down Walter Mondale in the 1984 primaries.

The post-Citizens United campaign finance environment has sullied the presidential process, he said, benefiting establishment politicians who cater to financial backers. He pointed to his own experience, noting that he and his wife mortgaged their home for between $50,000 and $75,000 — an amount that made a significant difference in his first campaign in 1984.

“I’m now told the Clinton campaign intends to raise $1 billion. Now, that ought to frighten every American,” he said.

The role of money in elections, the 78-year-old Hart said, is a driving force behind the current “dynastic” nature of American politics.

“If you’ve got to have a billion dollars to run for president, how many people can do that? Only the Clintons and the Bushes and one or two others,” he said.

“This country is 330 million people, and we should not be down to two families who are qualified to govern. … When you create dynastic networks, you shut a lot of people out,” he added.

Hart, who finished second to Mondale in the 1984 Democratic primary, said he has no doubt Clinton will get a primary challenger. And he argued that the challenger — whether it’s O’Malley or anyone else — should force Clinton to clarify her stance on key issues, something he says would be “therapy” for the party.

“The job of a challenger is to force specificity: Here is my plan, now let’s see her plan,” he said. Asked whether Clinton has not been adequately specific — he used the words “specific” or “specificity” 10 times in a half-hour interview — the former senator said she hasn’t been “pressed.”

His advice to prospective challengers to Clinton, like O’Malley? Be specific on policy, play up the generational divide and aggressively court small-money Internet donors.

Time and again, Hart spoke to the notion of 50 percent — the rough number of Democrats he says are not yet supporting Clinton for president. “If the polls say she has 50, there are 50 that she doesn’t have. … Why isn’t she at 95 [percent]?”

Long before serving two terms as governor of Maryland, O’Malley got his start in politics by working on Hart’s longshot 1984 campaign while he was still in college. (Hart has recounted buying O’Malley his first legal beer on the latter’s 21st birthday.)

The two exchange emails and phone calls from time to time, Hart said, and O’Malley, 52, occasionally asks him for advice on speeches. They haven’t spoken on the phone in three or four weeks, according to Hart, who laughed off a recent New York Post Page Six report alleging that he is a shadow manager for O’Malley’s prospective presidential campaign. The former governor has a nascent campaign staff in place and is openly considering a bid.

Hart said there’s a parallel between O’Malley’s situation and his in 1984, when he took on a former vice president and overwhelming establishment favorite in Mondale. Hart, who barely registered a blip on the polls in Iowa at the outset, pressed a generational contrast with the man eight years older than him.

He won the New Hampshire primary and nearly defeated Mondale in part by galvanizing younger voters.

Hart anticipates that O’Malley — who can point to a progressive record and is more comfortable with retail politics than Clinton — will use similar themes against the front-runner

more than 15 years his senior. “I think he’ll draw a generational distinction, just because it’s obvious. I think he will pursue this search-for-new-leadership theme,” Hart said.

To that effect, he pointed to Barack Obama — who harnessed energy from the liberal base in 2008 and became competitive through his online fundraising — as a potential model. “So, could a Martin O’Malley do that? Possibly. If he develops an identity and a persona that a number of those searching 50 percent can identify with,” Hart GARY HART said, arguing that Obama “had a depth of feeling, understanding and thoughtfulness that very few political leaders had.”

While O’Malley won’t be able to compete dollar-for-dollar with Clinton, according to Hart the former governor could remain competitive if he earns enough small-donor online contributions to compete in early states and gain momentum.

Hart said he has not communicated with any potential Democratic hopefuls other than O’Malley, but he offered strong praise for Warren, a progressive favorite who has captured the imagination of the left.

“I think it would be interesting in that she is very courageous, not just on the financial industry,” Hart said of a possible run by the Massachusetts senator, noting that he takes her at her word that she isn’t going to jump into the race. “There is an obvious integrity to her that is very, very appealing. By the way she speaks and what she says and how she says it, you believe this is a fiercely independent political figure who is saying a lot of things that people want to hear about how the game is fixed and rigged for the powerful.”

Hart isn’t sure yet whether O’Malley can step into that role as a grass-roots liberal alternative to Clinton. “I think he’s got to establish that through his speeches and his behavior,” he said.

Hart’s candidacy for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination derailed in 1987 after the Miami Herald reported on an extramarital affair.

On the Republican side for 2016, Hart suggested that nearly all the potential candidates are not qualified for the presidency.

The only potential hopeful who wants to bring the GOP back to a more inclusive, mainstream party of the 1980s, he said, is former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush — “but here we go with the dynasties again.”

Hart is similarly unimpressed with the Senate, which he says is “degrees lower in quality, person to person” than when he served two terms in the 1970s and 1980s. He pointed to a “sadness” in the country, of a leadership gap created by politicians who “demean themselves to beg for money” from an establishment donor class and a political media that feeds it.

“We’re narrowing it to fewer and fewer people,” Hart said, lamenting the current political environment. “And they’re smaller people. Where are the Roosevelts? Where are the Harry Trumans, for heaven’s sake?”

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Police investigate fatal shooting in Holyoke HOLYOKE, Mass. (AP) — Police in Holyoke are investigating the Easter Sunday shooting death of a 30-year-old city man.

Officers responded to reports of shots fired on Chestnut Street at about 6 p.m. Sunday.

But the victim had already been taken to the hospital in a private vehicle where he was pronounced dead.

Police Chief James Neiswanger (NICE’-wong-er) says the man was shot after an altercation.

His name has not been made public.

There have been no arrests but police are interviewing witnesses.

The death was the city’s second homicide of the year.

In this April 4, 2015 photo, police stand by where a body was discovered in Cambridge, Mass. Authorities are expected to reveal more details about the weekend discovery of human remains when a suspect appears in court on related charges. (AP Photo/The Boston Globe, Wendy Maeda)

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Authorities are expected to reveal more details about the weekend discovery of human remains in a Cambridge neighborhood when a suspect is appears in court on related charges.

The suspect, whose name hasn’t been released, is being arraigned Monday morning in Cambridge District Court. The charges are accessory after the fact to assault and battery causing bodily injury and improper disposal of human remains.

Police Logs WESTFIELD Emergency response and crime report Thursday, April 2, 2015 12:47 a.m.: officer wanted, City View Boulevard, a caller reports her husband is missing, the woman said that she awoke to find him gone and when she called his cell phone she found it was in the house but she cannot find him, the family’s vehicles are in the driveway, the responding officer reports that the man was found to be asleep in an upstairs bedroom; 8:47 a.m.: breaking and entering, Florence Street, a caller reports two unlocked vehicles on her property were entered overnight and the contents were disturbed, the caller reports that no damage was done and nothing appears to have been stolen; 9:45 a.m.: arrest, Evergreen Manor, 919 Southampton Road, a detective reports he sought the subject of an outstanding warrant at her last known address, Samantha Mercedes Eades, 25, of 919 Southampton Road, was arrested on a warrant issued in 2014 by the Springfield District Court; 10:36 a.m.: larceny, Westfield High School, 177 Montgomery Road, a school resource officer reports he is investigating the theft of a cell phone and wallet from a student at the school; 11:58 a.m.: officer wanted, North Elm Street at Railroad Avenue, a caller reports a banner has been hung from the railroad overpass, the banner was apparently hung by a student to invite a young lady to their prom, the responding officer reports the banner was removed; 12:30 p.m.: larceny, Southampton Road, a resident reports via the online reporting option that a roadside cross erected to memorialize a man killed on Southampton Road has been stolen, the responding officer reports that he found that the daughter of the victim had removed the cross for repair; 1:07 p.m.: suspicious person, East Mountain Road, a caller reports a male party was seen entering the woods near her property with a plastic bag, the responding officer reports that the property in question is owned by an adjacent quarry, the officer reports he made contact with the suspect who said that he has tapped trees and collects mushrooms and berries on the property, the man told the officer that an unspecified employee had said that he could forage in the area as long as he stayed away from the quarry, the officer spoke with company officials and was told by the quarry superintendant that he is aware of the man’s activities and said that he has told the young man to stay off the property numerous times, the officer reports the

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan says the remains are believed to be those of a single victim whose death is being considered a homicide. The victim’s name hasn’t been released.

Remains first were found in a discarded duffel bag outside a Biogen Inc. building Saturday morning. More were found in an apartment building across the street.

The area is near Kendall Square and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Red Cross marking marathon bombings with blood drives man agreed to repair the holes he made in the six trees he tapped, the officer strongly advised the man to stay away from the property once he repairs the trees; 1:56 p.m.: larceny, Main Street, a resident came to the station to complain that a Main Street jeweler has a box of his coins and jewelry and will neither return them nor pay for them, the responding officer reports the complainant said that he took of box of coins and jewelry to a jewelry store on Dec. 19 and the owner estimated their value at about $3,000, the jeweler said that he would need to get an appraisal to establish the real value and gave the man a $500 check as good faith money, the man said that he has been out-of-state but said that when he returned the jeweler told him that he had passed the items to an appraiser and needed more time, the complainant said that the check was not paid and he subsequently has been unable to contact the jeweler, the case was referred to the detective bureau; 2:39 p.m.: trespassing, Westfield High School, 177 Montgomery Road, a school resource officer reports a former student was served with a ‘No trespassing’ order; 5:33 p.m.: animal complaint, Whitney Playground, Shepard Street, a caller reports finding a cat in a box at the playground ,the responding animal control officer reports the cat was transported to the municipal animal shelter; 6:49 p.m.: annoying phone calls, Colony Circle, a caller reports he has been receiving harassing phone calls from a former girlfriend and while he does not wish to pursue criminal charges, he hopes that an officer can dissuade her from continuing to call, the responding officer reports that he spoke with the woman in question who agreed to stop calling the man; 7:08 p.m.: abandoned vehicle, Main Street, a caller from a Main Street business reports that a car has been parked in the adjacent lot for two weeks, the responding officer reports the vehicle’s registration has been revoked for lack of insurance, the plates were seized and the manager of the business which control the parking lot was advised of her options to remove the car; 7:33 p.m.: larceny, East Main Street, a manager of an East Main Street supermarket reports a customer advised an employee that a person had been seen putting merchandise in his backpack, the employee confronted the man who left the store, the registration plate of the vehicle the man left in was found to have been revoked.

DEDHAM, Mass. (AP) — The American Red Cross is marking the second anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings by conducting three commemorative blood drives.

The Red Cross says it hopes prospective donors in the Boston area will respond to its campaign as a fitting tribute to those killed or wounded in the April 15, 2013, attacks.

Blood drives will be held Friday at the First Congregational Church of Stoneham; Saturday at Watertown High School; and April 15 at the Sheraton Boston Hotel.

Bombing survivor Heather Abbott, who lost a leg, says she wouldn’t have survived without the several units of blood she received.

Transit police officer Richard Donohue, who was critically wounded in the police standoff with the bombers and needed 46 units of blood, is also urging people to give blood.

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Atkinson says that after some initial fines, DNA testing is working at her complex, with two dozen or so dogs.

“One person was fined five times in one week,” she said.

“That’s over $500. Now people clean up after their dogs.”

The fines added up this way: $59.95 to have the poop tested, and $50 to the complex for the hassle of collecting the sample.

Atkinson says that residents at the complex are “mostly on board” for having their dogs’ DNA tested.

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BUSINESSFINANCIAL Jones named 2014 Young Professional of the Year WESTFIELD — The American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts (ACEC/MA) named Christina Jones, a project engineer in Tighe & Bond’s Westfield office, the recipient of the 2014 ACEC/MA Young Professional of the Year Award. The recognition took place during ACEC/MA’s Engineering Excellence and Awards Gala on March 18 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge. Each year this competitive award recognizes the accomplishments of one engineer, 30 years or younger, based on their work and its societal impact.

Jones, who is a licensed engineer in Massachusetts, was recognized for achieving significant successes within just five years of launching her civil and environmental engineering career. For the City of Chicopee, MA she provided construction administration and observation, research and analysis for the first paving project in Massachusetts to implement cutting edge intelligent compaction technology. The result was a more streamlined, cost efficient paving process, and better quality pavement that is slated to have a longer life.

Jones is also developing an Integrated

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Management Plan for Chicopee, which will include working with regulators to advance green infrastructure as an alternative approach to separating combined sewer overflows. In addition, she is developing a unidirectional flushing plan for cleaning water distribution pipes that will improve water quality and pressure throughout Chicopee.

For two of Connecticut’s major water suppliers, Jones has developed hydraulic models of critical water reservoirs to assess the impact of new fish habitat friendly streamflow regulations on reservoir management. This research enabled her to assist with reservoir management decisions.

Jones earned her bachelor of science in civil engineering and environmental engineering, as well as her master of science in environmental engineering, from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst.

Her professional affiliations include: the American Water Works Association, the New England Water Works Association (where she is a programs committee member), and Engineers without Borders. She also previously served as a student activities committee member for the New England Water Environment Association.

She resides in Sunderland, MA. Tighe & Bond Founded in 1911, Tighe & Bond is one of the most experienced engineering firms in New England, with offices in Pocasset, Westfield, and Worcester, Massachusetts; Middletown and Shelton, Connecticut; and Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Engineering News Record annually ranks Tighe & Bond among the top design and environmental engineering firms nationally.

ZweigWhite also has recognized Tighe & Bond several times as one of the best engineering firms to work for in the nation.

With a team of more than 250 employees, Tighe & Bond provides engineering and environmental services for clients in government, industry, healthcare, education, real estate, energy, and water/wastewater markets.

For more information, contact Mary Beth Morris, P.E., Vice President of Marketing, 413-572-3247 or email at MBMorris@ tighebond.com, or visit www.tighebond. com.

Sportsman’s Club offers 61st annual Youth Fishing Derby WESTFIELD — The Westfield Sportsman’s Club will hold our 61st annual Youth Fishing Derby on Sunday, April 26, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the club pond on Furrowtown Road in Westfield. The derby is held rain or shine and is FREE to all AREA YOUTH 15 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER. Prizes will be awarded. The pond will be freshly stocked with trout.

Lucky anglers should bring their own fishing equipment and bait. All participants, parents and guardians are required to wear safety glasses to prevent injuries. No MA fishing license is needed. Club memberships and refreshments will be available for purchase. No one under the age of 18 is allowed on club property without an adult who at least 18 years old. Waivers MUST be signed by adults prior to fishing. For more information call (413)562-1820.

Nicholas DiCaprio, Assistant Vice President and Kristin Ryan, Financial Service Representative of Berkshire Bank presents a donation grant to Robert McKean, Stanley Park Managing Director. (Photo submitted)

Berkshire Bank supports Stanley Park WESTFIELD — Berkshire Bank has generously supported Stanley Park helping to keep Mr. Beveridge’s vision alive and the Park a place for all to enjoy. The support from Berkshire Bank’s grant funding brings us closer to our goal required to begin the construction of the new Beveridge Pavilion this year. Right to left, presenting the donation grant is Nicholas DiCaprio, Berkshire Bank Assistant Vice President, and Kristin Ryan, Berkshire Bank Financial Service Representative to Robert McKean, Stanley Park Managing Director.

Along with the beautiful grounds, Stanley Park provides many programs; many sponsored by our local banks, businesses and guests. Some of these programs include, Sunday Night Concerts, children’s programming, and funding toward the construction of a new performance and event Pavilion to

replace the 60 year old Beveridge Pavilion that was razed due to structural deterioration and safety in 2011.

The existing pavilions continue to be used and enjoy by all groups; whether a birthday party, family picnic, company picnic, award banquets, wedding receptions, varieties of organizations fundraising events, and many other types of events. We are all looking forward to the construction of the new Beveridge Pavilion which will bring many years of people gathering for events, wedding receptions, concerts and children’s programs..

Stanley Park is a private non-profit organization, open to the public, free of charge.

Stanley Park, the Beveridge Family Foundation, the Westfield community and surrounding communities are very grateful to Berkshire Bank for its continued support.

Attorney Albano of Bacon Wilson appointed as Town Counsel to the Town of Wales, Mass.

The regional law firm of Bacon Wilson is pleased to announce that senior partner Kenneth J. Albano was recently appointed to serve as Town Counsel to the Town of Wales. In addition to the Town of Wales, Attorney Albano also serves as Town Counsel to the municipalities of Monson, Southwick, and Holland. Attorney Albano is a member of the firm’s Corporate, Commercial and Municipal practice groups.

Upon learning of his appointment as Wales Town Counsel, Attorney Albano remarked “I feel fortunate to continue my service to local municipalities and I look forward to serving the Town of Wales.”

Attorney Albano is a senior partner with the law firm of Bacon Wilson, P.C., and a member of the firm’s corporate, commercial, and municipal practice groups. Bacon Wilson is one of the largest firms in Western Massachusetts, with a total of 40 lawyers and approximately 60 paralegals, assisKENNETH J. ALBANO tants, and support staff. The firm’s main office is located in Springfield, with regional offices in Westfield, Northampton, and Amherst. Founded in 1985 by attorney George A. Bacon, today, Bacon Wilson is proudly celebrating 120 years of providing legal services in almost every area of the law to clients throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. For more information, please visit www.BaconWilson.com.

Why job growth and cheap gas aren’t doing what they should

By JOSH BOAK AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Steady hiring is supposed to fire up economic growth.

Cheap gasoline is supposed to power consumer spending.

Falling unemployment is supposed to boost wages.

Low mortgage rates are supposed to spur home buying.

America’s economic might is supposed to benefit its workers.

Yet all those common assumptions about how an economy thrives appear to have broken down during the first three months of 2015.

The economic benefits that normally would flow after a full year of solid hiring have yet to emerge. Just 126,000 jobs were added in March, the government said Friday. Average weekly paychecks fell.

Restaurants cut back on hiring because savings at the gas pump didn’t lead to more dinner reservations. Builders and manufacturers each cut 1,000 workers from payrolls, thanks to tepid construction activity and so-so factory orders.

Had Friday’s report been released a few days earlier, “it would have been laughed at as a great April Fools’ joke,” said Gregory Daco, head of U.S. macroeconomics at Oxford Economics.

The middling gains confirm evidence elsewhere of a broad economic slowdown. During the first three months of the year, the Atlanta Federal Reserve forecasts that the economy actually came to a standstill — failing to grow at all.

Some of the first quarter’s slowdown is no doubt due to an especially harsh winter. Yet nearly six years into the recovery from the Great Recession, the economy’s muddled

progress seems inescapable. A long-awaited breakout remains elusive, suggesting that the economy’s direction has never been quite as simple as some analysts, politicians and bar stool philosophers would have it.

Now, some analysts are pointing to factors that might have been downplayed or overlooked this year. Others are holding to their projections about the economy as it theoretically should be. After all, they reason, March may prove to be a hiccup akin to what happened in 2014, when a first-quarter slump was followed by a burst of growth in the ensuing months.

Here are five factors that help explain why the U.S. economy isn’t accelerating as you might expect.

NASTY WEATHER For parts of the United States, it felt like endless winter. The snowfall and frigid temperatures that lingered until the closing days of March can freeze economic growth.

Construction crews built fewer homes: On a seasonally adjusted basis, builders broke ground on 17 percent fewer homes between January and February. Shoppers skipped visits to the mall and auto dealers, choosing instead to crank up the thermostat. Retail sales fell in January and February.

“Losses to construction and some moderation in retail hiring relative to last year suggest unusually harsh winter weather played some role in explaining the weakness,” said Diane Swonk, chief economist at Mesirow Financial.

If weather was a culprit, it might actually be an encouraging fact. It would mean that the economy remains fundamentally healthy — something that would become evident once the clouds lift and the sun emerges in spring.

And that would be exactly what occurred last year.

In this Jan. 9, 2015 file photo, an attendent pumps gas into a car at a service station in Leonia, N.J. Cheap gasoline is supposed to power consumer spending and falling unemployment is supposed to boost wages. Yet those common assumptions about how an economy thrives appear to have broken down during the first three months of 2015. (AP Photo/ Seth Wenig)

Still, Swonk cautions that weather explains “some but not all” of the disappointing growth.

STRONG DOLLAR Many U.S. factories ship their wares around the world. But because the U.S. economy has fared better than its trade partners, U.S. factories are now at a disadvantage: America’s relative health has helped drive up the dollar’s international value. Goods from U.S. factories are about 20 percent costlier in Europe than a year ago, an increase that has dampened sales.

So the U.S. economy’s very strength has helped create a weakness.

Which is why Maryland-based Marlin Steel has held off on plans to hire more metal work-

ers.

“It’s not just me selling into Europe — it’s all of my clients selling into Europe,” said Drew Greenblatt, president of Marlin Steel.

“They’re all dealing with the pain.”

OIL’S SLICK MOVES A barrel of crude oil costs under $50, having more than halved in price since June. This means wells are pumping out smaller profits, if not losses. When oil prices plunge and billions of dollars are at stake, oil companies tend to respond quickly to curb production.

The number of active rigs has fallen 50 percent since October, according to Baker See Economics 101, Page 7

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Mayor’s Coffee Hour Monday, April 6, 2015 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Hosted by Dever Auditorium at Westfield State University Free and Open to the Public Please register by calling 568.1618!

April After 5 Connection Wednesday, April 8, 2015 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by Vantage Sports & Rehab 130 Southampton Road Westfield, MA 01085 Sponsored by: Meadowbrook Antiques and Mosquito Shield Members $10 Non-Members $15 Cash at the Door To register, please call Pam at the Chamber 568.1618

New Collaborative Grant Opportunity for Manufacturers The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce in Collaboration with MassMEP Free Information Workshop!

Tuesday, April 14, 2015 Holiday Inn Express, 39 Southampton Road, Westfield, MA 7:30 - 8:00 Registration & Networking 8:00 - 9:00 Program by Tom Andrellos

2015 Annual Southwick Home & Business Show Tuesday, April 28, 2015 4:30 to 7:00 pm Free to General Public: Cash bar and complimentary light hors d’oeuvres will be available.

The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Southwick Economic Development Commission (EDC)

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625 College Highway, Southwick, MA Only Southwick business owners can exhibit including home based businesses. $25.00 per Table Top Includes: table, tablecloth, chair, and sign on table listing your business and listing in the Show Program (providing you registered by deadline).

For registration information visit www.southwickma.info Registration form and payment must be received by April 14, 2015.

Annual Beacon Hill Summit April 29, 2015 Buses depart the Plantation Inn off Exit 6 of the Mass Pike in Chicopee promptly at 7:00 a.m. with return by 7:00 p.m. $180: includes transportation, continental breakfast, and lunch at the Omni Parker House with the region’s delegation and a reception at the 21st Amendment... and all other materials.

Presented in Partnership with: Affiliated Chambers of Greater Springfield, Inc. Greater Chicopee Chamber of Commerce Greater Easthampton Chamber of Commerce Greater Holyoke Chamber of Commerce West of the River Chamber Hosted by: Senator James Welch, Senate Chair Joint Committee on Healthcare Financing Join Kate Phelon, Executive Director of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce on Beacon Hill for an unencumbered opportunity to hear from and speak with members of the Baker-Polito Administration, other top leaders, and your delegation! A great opportunity for YOU to voice your opinions, ideas and concerns during the day’s formal sessions and social events.

Invited to Participate: Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Jay Ash Senate President Stan Rosenberg State Representative Joseph Wagner Please register online by April 22, 2015 @ www.myonlinechamber.com Then please call Pam at 413.568.1618 and let her know you are joining the Westfield Delegation!

Alfonso Santaniello, chief strategist of The Creative Strategy Group in Springfield, instructs members of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce about increasing their presence on various multi-media social platforms during a workshop at the Holiday Inn Express Monday.

The event was sponsored by the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Frederick Gore)

Economics 101 Hughes, the oilfield services company. This has led to layoffs, tighter budgets and fewer orders for equipment, all which hurt growth.

Consumers, by contrast, have yet to respond to their savings from cheaper gasoline by spending much more.

The lag means that the oil companies’ cutbacks have yet to be offset by greater retail spending. So the economy has suffered all the downside, while the upside has yet to appear, said Carl Tannenbaum, chief economist at Northern Trust.

Tannenbaum predicts that consumers will eventually respond to gas prices, which are on average 33 percent lower than a year ago. When they finally do, the economy should perk up.

MEAGER PAY RAISES It’s hard for consumers to spend more if their paychecks barely move. Average annual wage growth is stuck at a meager 2.1 percent even as the U.S. unemployment rate has tumbled over the past year to a near-normal 5.5 percent from 6.6 percent. And average hours worked declined last month, causing workers to earn even less than they did in February.

In theory, the hiring surge that occurred over the past year should lead to higher wages. After all, when the unemployment rate falls, it usually becomes harder for companies to hire capable workers, forcing them to offer better pay. But despite recent raises at McDonald’s, WalMart and other companies with lower-paid workers, there’s little evidence that pay growth is accelerating.

It might be that the unemployment rate needs to fall even further. The Federal Reserve now says a normal economy should have a rate as low as 5 percent.

But another possibility is that a sizable pool of workers remains available around the

Multi-media social platforms workshop Members of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce gathered at the Holiday Inn Express Monday for a workshop about increasing their presence on various multi-media social platforms. The event was sponsored by the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce with guest speaker Alfonso Santaniello, chief strategist for The Creative Strategy Agency in Springfield. (Photo by Frederick Gore)

Continued from Page 6 world, providing cheap labor cover monthly mortgage paythat suppresses wage growth ments, most people who hope in the United States. In recent to own a home can’t take years, the global labor pool advantage of historically low has added more than 3.5 bil- mortgage rates. This has led lion working-age people from to sales running below last emerging economies. This year’s pace, according to the increase can suppress U.S. National Association of pay growth, said Megan Realtors.

Greene, chief economist at GOING AUTOMATIC John Hancock Asset The U.S. economy is underManagement. going seismic technological “If you have that many jobs shifts. And many employers globally, it’s hard to see why are finding automation prefwages would be pushed up in erable to hiring. A survey of a sustainable way,” she said.

Harvard Business School Consider the housing mar- alumni released in September ket. Since home prices bot- found that nearly half would tomed in 2012, they’ve surged rather invest in technology at a 13-1 ratio compared with than hire or retain workers. raises, according to an analy- This displacement can undersis by RealtyTrac, a real estate mine the usual connection information company. between falling unemployWithout rising incomes to ment and rising wages. save for a down payment and Even smaller employers are

turning to tech. Recent job ads failed to produce enough qualified applicants at Massachusetts-based retailer Dave’s Soda and Pet City, which sells soda and pet food at seven locations. Founder Dave Ratner said his 150 employees earn on average $15 an hour. Raising pay would make him less competitive with national chains.

So Ratner chose instead to automate his stores’ ordering system.

“We’re spending a ton of money trying to automate everything we do,” he said.

“Anywhere we can cut down on the amount of labor without sacrificing customer service. ...We’ve just never done that before. But it’s really a necessity.”

New salon opens Widalys Gonzalez and her family – Gabrielle Gonzalez, Iris Crespo, Scarlett Martinez, Uzziel Martinez Jr., Uzziel Martinez and Amarilys Lopez – hold the ribbon as Agawam Mayor Richard A. Cohen cuts it to ceremonially open her new beauty salon, Widalys Salon on Main Street in Agawam, during her grand opening celebration March 21.

Joining in the celebration are Kim Shanahan and Andrea Piatti (back row), owners of a neighboring business, What It Is Vintage, and Pavel Yusenko, a representative of the landlord. (Photo by Angela Grout)

Mayor’s Coffee Hour Monday, May 4, 2015 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Hosted by Renaissance Manor Free and Open to the Public Please register by calling 568.1618!

May After 5 Connection Wednesday, May 13, 2015 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by Armbrook Village 551 North Road Westfield, MA 01085 Sponsored by: Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity / Restore Members $10 Non-Members $15 Cash at the Door To register, please call Pam at the Chamber 568.1618

54th Annual Golf Tournament Monday, May 18, 2015 Tekoa Country Club 10:00 am: Registration & Lunch 11:00 am: Shotgun Start 4:00 pm: Cocktail Hour 5:00 pm: Dinner & Awards

Gas Light District project continues Contractors from Gagliarducci Construction have started to remove asphalt from Church Street in Westfield as part of the downtown Gas Light District project. This project will include infrastructure upgrades and streetscape improvements for the Gas Light District, which is the area of downtown Westfield bounded by Franklin Avenue, Washington, Elm, and Court Streets. New pavement, sidewalks, lighting, underground utilities, and reconfigured parking areas and through streets will improve the function and flow through this core district and will be highlighted by distinctive patterns and a new pocket park.

Construction is expected to continue over the next two years. Residents and visitors are reminded not to park on the street and should seek alternative parking options during the construction phase. Temporary no parking signs will be located near the impacted area of construction. (Photo by Frederick Gore)

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John Roy McClenahan WESTFIELD — John Roy McClenahan, (19502015) 64, passed away on Thursday April 2, 2015 in the presence of loved ones.

Born in Jackson, Mississippi he was the son of the late Marjorie (Dumin) and Roy C. McClenahan. John was also pre-deceased by a brother, Larry McClenahan of Westfield; and his twin sister, Jennifer McCullough of Phoenix, Arizona. He graduated from Westfield High School. John went into the U.S. Army after high school, where he became an Arctic Ranger in Alaska and also served as a radio operator. Following his honorable discharge, he became a cook in many places in Westfield such as the Old Whip and Points East. He worked at Railroad Weed Control (RWC) for many years, based out of Westfield. He was a caretaker of Bullens Baseball Field in Westfield for over 10 years and became a baseball mentor to many of the youth in the area. He was active in the Westfield Sportsman’s Club. An avid outdoorsman he loved fishing, making fishing lures and hunting. He was a parishioner of Holy Trinity Church, Westfield. He leaves his former spouse, Monica Perez of Westfield; a son Jesse (Shannon) , a daughter, Caitlin all of Westfield; a sister, Marjorie McClenahan of Southampton, 4 beautiful grandchildren, Jesse Jr., Alivia, Lukas and Anastasia; and one niece, Marjorie Britton. He was loved and will be missed by all.

Private service. No calling hours. Assisting the family is the Southwick Forastiere Family Funeral and Cremation, 624 College Highway, Southwick. www.forastiere.com.

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Adele H. Caruso WESTFIELD — Adele H (Schimmelfennig) Caruso, (1916-2015) 98, passed away Thursday April 2, 2015 at home in Westfield. Born in Lithuania, Adele moved to the United States in 1952.

She was a homemaker and housewife with her beloved husband Anthony D Caruso who predeceased her in 1979. Adele was a communicant of St Peter and St Casimir Parish and a member of the Rosary Sodality. She was also a member of the Knights of Lithuania and a member of the Hampden Ponds Women’s Club. Adele leaves her nephew Paul Kania and his wife Victoria of Agawam. Her funeral will take place on Wednesday April 8, 2015 with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am in St Peter and St Casimir Church, State St. Burial will follow in St Mary’s Cemetery. A calling hour will precede the mass from 9-10 am at the Robert E Cusack Funeral Home, 94 Main St (Rt 20), all in Westfield. The family would like to thank Noble VNA Hospice and O’Connell Professional Nursing and Tender Loving Care Services for their wonderful care of Adele. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St Peter and St Casimir Church, 22 State St, Westfield, MA 01085

Douglas M. Rice GRANVILLE — Douglas M. Rice, 89, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015 in a local nursing home. He was born in Springfield, MA on February 18, 1926 to the late Myron and Hazel (Smith) Rice. He has lived in Granville since 1957. As a young man he worked for Hood and delivered milk to the hill towns. When he was 18 he started working for the Boston & Maine Railroad as a brakeman. He worked as a conductor for AMTRAK for three years before retiring in 1988. On March 30, 1991, he was married to Sandra Ann (Jarvis) Tibbetts in Hartland, VT and continued to make their home in Granville, MA. Douglas was a lifetime member of the Eastern Draft Horse Association, a past president and membership chairman. He put together monthly Double Tree newsletter for over 50 years. He was a gentle person and a true “gentleman.” He enjoyed railroad history, officiating and watching horse-pulls at fairs all over New England, his many cats and the simple life. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Sandra Ann (Jarvis) Rice on April 9, 2014. He leaves his step-children Philip Jarvis of Windsor, VT, Julie Melendy of Boyton, FL, Rebecca Potter of Wilder, VT and April Tibbetts of Bellows Falls, VT. He also leaves 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday April 8th at the Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad Street, Westfield, MA from 1-3 pm. The funeral and burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his memory to the Woodland Cemetery Association. c/o Mrs. Bruce Darling, 114 Russell Road, Westfield, MA 01085.

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WESTFIELD — Lillian M. (Trudell) Cooper, (1927 – 2015) 88, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 in a local nursing home. Born in Springfield on January 8, 1927, she was the daughter of the late John and Elsie (Decormier) Trudell. She attended Springfield schools, lived in Southwick for fifteen years before residing in Westfield.

Lillian was a caregiver to all and will be remembered as a great mother, and for her loving personality and generosity. Her home was always open for conversation Jessie T. Feustel and a cup of coffee. She enjoyed playing cards and puzzles.

WESTFIELD — Jessie T. (Kleczek) Feustel, 90, of She was predeceased by her two husbands, Alban D. Miller who died in 1968 and John Cooper. She is survived by her Westfield died March 27, 2015 in Baystate Medical Center. loving sons, Ronald and his wife Sue and Alban Miller, Jr. all She was predeceased by her husband Robert in 1999 and a daughter Leslie in 1996. Jessie leaves her of Westfield; three daughters Linda, Joan and Lillian; her niece Deborah McGinn and her husband brother Donald Trudell; three sisters, Barbara, Arlene and Patrick and their son James McGinn.

Teresa; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and Burial will be at the convenience of the nephews. Lillian was predeceased by her son Robert, her family. Calling hours are omitted. daughter Catherine Anne Miller, and her siblings Billy, Donations may be made to The Johnny, Anita and Ticky. Visiting hours will be on Wednesday, Westfield Animal Shelter, April 8, 2015 from 4-7pm at Southwick Forastiere Funeral & 178 Apremont Way, Westfield, MA Cremation on 624 College Highway in Southwick. Burial 01085. firtionadams.com will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 10am in Springfield St. Cemetery in Feeding Hills. Donations may be made in Lillian’s memory to Shriners Hospital for Children on 516 Carew St, Springfield MA 01104.

Iran Deal Iran and the U.S. have been enemies locked in a cold war since Iran’s 1979 Islamic revolution, which was largely driven by anti-American hatred. To this day, some crowds in Tehran chant “Death to America,” a phrase Khamenei approvingly repeated in an appearance last month.

Kerry was more cautious on the point during a Thursday night news conference in Switzerland, when asked if the negotiations might lead to improved relations between Iran and the U.S. more broadly.

“I’m not going to speculate on that,” Kerry replied. But

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Boston mayor seeks overhaul of civilian police review board BOSTON (AP) — Boston Mayor Marty Walsh says he wants to overhaul a police department citizen oversight panel to give it more teeth.

The Community Ombudsman Oversight Panel, established in 2007, has failed to have much of an impact because of the limited power it was granted and its lack of independence from the police department.

Under its executive order, the panel can review alleged police misconduct cases or handle citizen appeals. But the panel cannot interview witnesses or conduct its own investigation and it does not have subpoena power.

One of Walsh’s appointees to the board tells The Boston Globe it needs an operating budget, an office outside of police headquarters, and a 90-day turnaround for appeals.

Police Commissioner William Evans says he is open to suggestions for improving the board.

Stockbridge man facing OUI charge after fatal crash GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. (AP) — A Stockbridge man faces drunken driving and other charges following a weekend crash that killed one of his passengers.

Police say 22-year-old Kyle Bailey was behind the wheel of a vehicle that crashed into a utility pole in Great Barrington on Saturday.

A front seat passenger, 21-year-old Garret Norton, was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. Another passenger survived.

Police tell The Berkshire Eagle that Bailey also required hospitalization.

Bailey faces charges including motor vehicle homicide while operating under the influence of alcohol, speeding, and possession of an open container of alcohol inside a motor vehicle. He was held on $7,000 bail and it’s unclear when he’ll be arraigned.

Defense expected to rest in murder trial of Aaron Hernandez FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) — Lawyers for former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez are expected to take a day to present their defense in his murder trial, and the jury is expected to begin deliberations soon after.

Hernandez’s legal team has said it expects to put on its only witnesses Monday, then rest.

The prosecution spent more than two months laying out its case.

Hernandez is charged with killing Odin Lloyd on June 17, 2013. Lloyd was dating the sister of Hernandez’s fiancee.

Monday’s session is expectAARON HERNANDEZ ed to begin without the jury present so the judge can hear from a defense witnesses: an expert in PCP. Hernandez’s codefendants, Ernest Wallace and Carlos Ortiz, were seen smoking PCP on June 15, 2013.

The judge has said she expects deliberations to begin Tuesday or Wednesday.

Continued from Page 4 then he added: “The one thing we do know is that if we can eliminate this question of the nuclear issue, it begins to at some point, conceivably, provide an opportunity for change.”

In private, Kerry has been more optimistic, sources said, as he often is about the power of diplomacy to bridge strategic differences.

More doubtful is Kerry’s predecessor, Hillary Clinton, who evinces little hope that

Iranian behavior will change anytime soon. “[E]ven if the nuclear issue was eventually settled by an enforceable agreement, Iran’s support for terrorism and its aggressive behavior in the region would remain a threat” to the U.S. and its allies, Clinton wrote in her 2014 memoir, adding of the nuclear diplomacy itself that “I had seen too many false hopes dashed over the years [by Iran] to allow myself to get too optimistic now.”

The aggression Clinton described has continued apace, as Iran sends money and troops to prop up the Syrian dictator Bashar Assad, supports Lebanese Hezbollah fighters who threaten Israel, and aids the Shiite-friendly Houthi rebels who toppled a U.S.-friendly government in Yemen.

One concern about a nuclear deal is that the end of international economic sanctions on Iran would fill its coffers with billions of dollars that Tehran can devote to supporting terrorism and regional proxy wars.

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“At one end of the spectrum is a view that a deal increases Iranian standing in the region and frees up resources to pursue policies antithetical to our own,” says Matthew Waxman, a former senior national security official in the George W. Bush administration who is now a professor at Columbia Law School.

“At the other end is a view that it could strengthen moderate political forces within Iran and open up possibilities for warmer Iranian relations with the West,” Waxman added.

History is one factor driving the optimistic view. Tehran and Washington were closely allied until Iran’s 1979 revolution. The shah of Iran was regularly toasted at state dinners until his overthrow, and Henry Kissinger would later describe him as “a leader whom eight Presidents of both parties proclaimed — rightly — a friend of our country and a pillar of stability in a turbulent and vital region.”

No one in the Obama administration sees a return to that relationship soon. Some do believe that a nuclear agreement can disprove claims by Iranian hard-liners that the West can never be trusted or dealt with.

They also hope that a deal that ends sanctions and breathes life into Iran’s economy will be a boon for reformers led by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.

“If there’s an agreement, that gives Rouhani a lot of wind at his sails. Internally,

the pragmatists pick up a lot Thursday, Obama announced of juice,” Ilan Goldenberg, a that he had invited leaders former official in the Obama from the six Sunni Arab State and Defense depart- countries that make up the ments, told Politico in Gulf Cooperation Council — February.

Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Better ties with Iran could Oman, Bahrain and the make the task of policing the United Arab Emirates — to a Middle East easier for summit at Camp David this Washington in some ways. spring.

The U.S. and Iran share a GCC officials are hoping common enemy in the Islamic for more than a sales pitch State of Iraq and the Levant, about the nuclear deal’s prothough bitter relations visions. They want to hear between the two governments that the U.S. has a larger plan have prevented them from to check Iran in their neighcoordinating their military borhood. efforts against the group in “We look forward to the Iraq. meeting, but it needs to Some doubt that can change address how this nuclear deal anytime soon. “Since 1979, fits into a broader strategy on the United States and Iran containing Iranian influence have faced common adversar- in the region and strengthenies in the USSR, Saddam ing US-GCC security coopHussein, the Taliban, eration,” said one Gulf state Al-Qaeda and now” ISIL, diplomat.

Reassuring those Arab govsaid Karim Sadjadpour, an Iran analyst at the Carnegie ernments would be smart Endowment for International politics — and prudent stratPeace. “Yet successive U.S. egy, argues William J. Burns, presidents failed to turn these who stepped down as deputy overlapping interests into a secretary of state in sustained, cooperative work- November.

“I do not assume that proging relationship.”

No one is more skeptical ress on the nuclear issue will than America’s Gulf Arab lead anytime soon to a relaxallies — Sunni-dominated ation of tensions with Tehran nations that view Shiite Iran on other regional problems, or to normalization of United as a mortal threat.

Sarah Helps Seniors Assuaging them after the States-Iranian relations,” announcement of Thursday’s Can Burns wrote in an April 2 framework deal is now a top New York Times op-ed. priority of the Obama adminYou “Nor do I assume that the istration. Deputy Secretary of Iranian leadership will make Helpan overnight transformation State Antony Blinken is headfrom a revolutionary, regioned to the region this month, Sarah? where he will meet with res- ally disruptive force to a more www.sarahgillett.org‘normal’ role as another tive U.S. allies.

In his Rose Garden remarks ambitious regional partner.”

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A shot at history for Wisconsin’s Ryan and Duke’s Krzyzewski

By AARON BEARD AP Basketball Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Wisconsin’s Bo Ryan has spent three decades working to get to this point, leading the Badgers into the NCAA championship game with a shot at personal history on the line.

Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski has a chance at college basketball history.

Their teams meet Monday night, with Ryan going for his first Division I championship — and the program’s first since winning its only other one in 1941 — and Krzyzewski trying to become only the second men’s coach to win five NCAA titles along with UCLA’s John Wooden.

They both know success, with a combined 1,757 career wins and four national titles each to their credit — though Ryan’s were in the Division III ranks. But both veteran coaches tried to divert attention toward their players Sunday rather than focus on their own role in what will be the final game of the 2014-15 season.

“I know I’m one of the really good coaches. I know we’re one of the really good programs,” Krzyzewski said. “Monday night is about them. They shouldn’t think of anything else. It has nothing to do with Duke historically or me.”

Both the Blue Devils (34-4) and the Badgers (36-3) are No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament and have been among the favorites to get here all season. And the winner — either the 68-year-old Krzyzewski or 67-year-old Ryan — will become the second-oldest ever to win the title behind former Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun (68 years, 10 months, 22 days) in 2011.

Ryan, in the Final Four with the Badgers for the second straight year, would be the oldest first-time winner in Division I history.

Ryan won four national titles at Wisconsin-Platteville in the 1990s, quite a change from the weekend’s spectacle at Lucas Oil Stadium.

“Training table meal was hot dogs,” he said of winning his first title in 1991. “The morning of the game, I had a cream doughnut and a diet pop. Now we have the best, French toast, pancakes, eggs, omelets. We have people cooking omelets. ... All the fruit you could possibly think about eating.

“I think there was a stringer, one stringer, from the Madison paper that actually showed up and covered the game. So you ask me what it was like. It wasn’t like this.”

While Ryan said the focus is “watching these guys grow and their experiences together,” junior Sam Dekker said the players would like to reward Ryan in a career that includes 740 wins.

“To win it for him would be huge,” Dekker said. “He deserves as much credit as any coach in the nation for what we’ve done here. And then to be a part of the team that would win it for him, potentially win it for him, would be something I would never forget.”

As for Krzyzewski, he already stands as the winningest coach in men’s Division I history with 1,017 wins and tied Wooden this year with a record 12 Final Fours. In his 35th season at Duke, he won titles in 1991, 1992, 2001 and 2010 — the ‘91 and ‘10 crowns both came in Indianapolis — and is tied with late Kentucky coach Adolph Rupp for second behind Woodmen’s record total of 10 championships.

This is Krzyzewski’s ninth NCAA title game, the first coming in 1986.

“It’s not just the title game, it’s what you learn about coaching,” Krzyzewski said of lessons from those experiences. “You’re constantly learning about the game. I’m a better coach now than I was in ‘86 or in ‘91 or ‘92. Just to be in the moment. ... I think the Final Four is a different animal like when you come in, just so you are not happy to be here, you know, that you’re in this moment.”

Senior Quinn Cook said part of the moment is taking advantage of the opportunity, both for the players and their Hall of Fame coach.

“We obviously know what Coach has done and what this could do for Coach,” Cook said. “But Coach has stressed all year that this is about this team. ... He’s made his season about us, our moment.

So obviously we want to get No. 5 for him, but we want to get No. 1 for ourselves as well. That’s what he wants. He wants his first one with this group.”

Getting ready Coaches, players and volunteers from Westfield Little League spent much of the day April 4 cleaning up and renovating the dugout and bleachers at Cross Street field. (Photos by Hope E. Tremblay)

Godette Wins Javelin at AIC SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Westfield State junior Travon Godette won the javelin with a toss of 62.06m (203’7”) in leading the Owl men to a fifth place finish at the Yellowjacket Invitational Track meet at American International College on Saturday.

15 teams competed at the meet, including four NCAA Division I institutions and nine Division II schools. Westfield was the lone Division III institution at the meet.

Godette also placed fourth in the high jump. Three members of the Owls scored points in the high jump, as Derek Stone tied for second with a of 1.78m (5’ 10”) and Jonathan Streek placed sixth.

The Owls 4x400 relay team won with a time of 3:27.44 Other top performers for the Owls included Chris Williams fourth4th in the 10,000 in 33:14.37; Zack Delisle was second in the PV 4.40 m; Steve Sam placed fourth in the discus (41.95m) and fifth in the hammer (46.58m). Stone was also third in long jump (6.54m) and third in the triple jump at (12.73m) .

Westfield State will be back in action next weekend, hosting the Jerry Gravel Invitational Meet on Saturday, April 11.

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Lacrosse wins fifth straight, defeats Fitchburg FITCHBURG, Mass. – Westfield State won its fifth straight game, posting a 16-11 win over Fitchburg State in women’s lacrosse on Saturday night.

The Owls improve to 5-4 and 2-0 in the MASCAC with the win, while Fitchburg Falls to 7-2 and 1-1 in the MASCAC. Westfield was again led by Meg Griffin, who tallied six goals and four assists. Samantha Lungarini added five goals and an assist, and Brooke Williams netted three goals and an assist for the Owls.

Westfield led 9-7 at the half, and Fitchburg closed the gap to one goal, at 11-10 with 19:56 left to play, but Westfield answered with three straight goals from Williams as part of a game-ending 5-1 spurt.

Mimi Khampaeng stopped 15 shots in goal for the Owls.

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. -- Junior Megan Erickson placed first in the steeplechase in 12:57.50 to be the top performer for the Westfield State women's track and field team at the Yellowjacket Invitational Track meet at American International College on Saturday.

Westfield State placed eighth in the 14- team meet, and was one of just two schools from the Division III level to compete. Three Division I schools and 9 Division II schools were also represented.

Freshman Ashley Craig was third in the pole vault at 3.35m (10' 7.25") Junior Julianna Miller placed fifth in the hammer with a toss of 39.78m, and Jessie Cardin placed sixth in the 5k ina time of 18:43.50.

Westfield State will be back in action next weekend, hosting the Jerry Gravel Invitational Meet on Saturday, April 11.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES TUESDAY Apr. 7

MONDAY Apr. 6

WEDNESDAY Apr. 8

THURSDAY Apr. 9

FRIDAY Apr. 10

SATURDAY Apr. 11

WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ TENNIS at Agawam, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ TENNIS vs. Pioneer Valley Christian Academy, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ LACROSSE vs. Amherst, 5:30 p.m.

JV BOYS’ LACROSSE vs. Amherst, 5:30 p.m.

JV BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL at Athol, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL at Athol, 5 p.m.

BASEBALL at Taconic, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL at Amherst, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Amherst, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ TRACK & FIELD vs. Sabis at Southwick, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ TENNIS at Minnechaug, 4 p.m.

JV BASEBALL at Taconic, 4 p.m.

JV GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Amherst, Amherst Regional Middle School, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Amherst, 5:30 p.m.

BASEBALL at Ludlow, Whitney Park, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL at Minnechaug, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ TRACK & FIELD vs.

Cathedral at Southwick, 4 p.m.

JV BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Belchertown, 4 p.m.

JV BASEBALL at Ludlow, 4 p.m.

JV SOFTBALL at Minnechaug, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Belchertown, 5:15 p.m.

BASEBALL vs. Northampton, Bullens Field, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL vs. Pittsfield, 4:15 p.m.

BOYS’ TENNIS vs.

Chicopee Comp, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ LACROSSE at Northampton, Clarence “Bojo” Conz Lacrosse Field, 4 p.m.

JV BOYS’ LACROSSE at Northampton, Clarence “Bojo” Conz Lacrosse Field, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ TENNIS at Holyoke, Roberts Sports Complex, 4 p.m.

JV BASEBALL vs. Northampton, 4 p.m.

JV BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. SciTech, 4 p.m.

JV SOFTBALL vs. Pittsfield, 4:15 p.m.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Sci-Tech, 5:15 p.m.

GIRLS’ LACROSSE vs. Wahconah, noon JV GIRLS’ LACROSSE vs. Wahconah, 1:30 p.m.

SOUTHWICK-TOLLAND-GRANVILLE REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL at Dean Tech, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ TRACK vs. Sabis, 4 p.m.

JV BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL at West Springfield, 4 p.m.

BOYS’ VOLLEYBALL at West Springfield, 5 p.m.

SOFTBALL vs. McCann Tech, 4 p.m.

GIRLS’ TRACK vs. Westfield, Cathedral, 4 p.m.

BASEBALL at Greenfield, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL vs. Sabis, 4 p.m.

GATEWAY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL at Sci-Tech, Forest Park, Time TBA SOFTBALL at Sabis, Time TBA JV SOFTBALL at Sabis, Time TBA

BASEBALL at Granby, 4 p.m.

JV BASEBALL at Granby, 4 p.m.

SAINT MARY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ LACROSSE at Chicopee Comp, 5 p.m.

BOYS’ LACROSSE at Chicopee, 5 p.m.

BOYS’ TENNIS vs. Sabis, Municipal Tennis Courts, 3:30 p.m.

WESTFIELD VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL vs.

Commerce, Bullens Field, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL at Franklin Tech, 4 p.m.

SOFTBALL vs. Sci-Tech, Whitney Park, 4 p.m.

AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER EASTERN CONFERENCE

WESTERN CONFERENCE

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D.C. United 3 1 0 9 3 New York 2 0 1 7 5 New England 2 2 1 7 4 Chicago 2 3 0 6 5 New York City FC 1 1 2 5 3 Orlando City 1 2 2 5 4 Columbus 1 2 0 3 3 Toronto FC 1 3 0 3 6 Montreal 0 1 2 2 2 Philadelphia 0 3 2 2 5

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Friday’s Games D.C. United 1, Orlando City 0 Saturday’s Games Chicago 3, Toronto FC 2 New England 2, Colorado 0 Vancouver 2, Los Angeles 0 Seattle 1, Houston 0 Portland 3, FC Dallas 1 Sunday’s Games Real Salt Lake 1, San Jose 0 Sporting Kansas City 3, Philadelphia 2 Wednesday, April 8 Columbus at Vancouver, 10 p.m.

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Friday, April 10 Colorado at FC Dallas, 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 11 Columbus at New England, 3 p.m.

New York City FC at Philadelphia, 4 p.m.

New York at D.C. United, 7 p.m.

Montreal at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Real Salt Lake at Sporting Kansas City, 8:30 p.m.

Vancouver at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 12 Orlando City at Portland, 5 p.m.

Seattle at Los Angeles, 7 p.m.

When it comes to 21st century multimedia platforms, “hyper local” is a term you hear a lot.

It’s not a new idea. In fact, The Westfield News has been providing readers with “hyper local” news coverage of Westfield, Southwick, and the Hilltowns all along. Television, radio and regional newspapers only provide fleeting coverage of local issues you care about. TV stations and big newspaper publishers, after years of cutbacks and mergers, frankly aren’t able to provide in-depth coverage of smaller markets anymore.

But, day in and day out, The Westfield News provides consistant coverage of the stories you need to know about, that are important to your city, town, neighborhood and home.

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EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF x-Manchester 70 45 16 6 3 99 221 Providence 70 38 23 7 2 85 191 Worcester 68 39 23 4 2 84 208 Portland 69 37 25 6 1 81 188 St. John’s 72 30 32 8 2 70 169 East Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF x-Hershey 71 43 20 5 3 94 205 Wilkes-Barre 70 40 23 3 4 87 191 Lehigh Valley 69 31 31 6 1 69 182 Binghamton 70 30 32 7 1 68 216 Norfolk 71 24 38 6 3 57 149 Northeast Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF x-Syracuse 70 40 21 9 0 89 204 Hartford 70 38 23 5 4 85 203 Springfield 72 36 27 8 1 81 182 Albany 70 33 26 5 6 77 178 Bridgeport 69 26 36 6 1 59 196 WESTERN CONFERENCE Midwest Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF x-Grand Rapids 70 42 20 6 2 92 230 x-Rockford 69 41 21 5 2 89 197 Chicago 69 36 26 6 1 79 189 Milwaukee 71 33 25 7 6 79 195 Lake Erie 69 31 26 8 4 74 184 North Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF y-Utica 69 43 19 6 1 93 199 Hamilton 70 32 26 12 0 76 185 Toronto 69 33 27 9 0 75 176 Adirondack 69 33 28 6 2 74 213 Rochester 70 27 37 5 1 60 195 West Division GP W L OL SL Pts GF x-San Antonio 70 43 21 5 1 92 234 Oklahoma City 70 38 24 5 3 84 208 Texas 70 35 21 13 1 84 218 Charlotte 71 29 35 6 1 65 159 Iowa 69 22 43 2 2 48 157 x-Clinched Playoff Berth y-Clinched Divisional Title NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for an overtime or shootout loss.

Saturday’s Games Albany 4, Binghamton 1 Providence 5, St. John’s 4 Hartford 3, Manchester 2, SO Bridgeport 3, Syracuse 2 Grand Rapids 7, Toronto 2 Springfield 5, Portland 2

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Utica 3, Hamilton 2, OT Wilkes-Barre/Scranton 3, Lehigh Valley 0 Hershey 2, Norfolk 0 Adirondack 7, San Antonio 3 Rockford 7, Rochester 2 Texas 6, Chicago 2

Sunday’s Games No games scheduled Monday’s Games Worcester at Bridgeport, 7 p.m.

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Ace Yu Darvish lost to Tommy John surgery; they need some surprises in the back of the rotation

Power outage Sept. 1 Active rosters expand to 40 players

July 26 Hall of Fame inductions, Cooperstown, N.Y.

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At 37, he is the youngest manager in MLB. He follows the successful tenure of the charismatic Joe Maddon, now the Chicago Cubs’ manager. First managerial job at any level.

The 50-year-old rookie skipper spent the past two years as the Oakland A’s bench coach under manager Bob Melvin, and was also on Melvin’s staff with the Diamondbacks in 2006.

Managed the Arizona D-backs from May of 2009 until July 2010, when he was fired after 31-48 start. He inherits a team that won 70 games last season to snap a streak of three straight 100-loss seasons.

Opted out of the final year of his contract with the Tampa Bay Rays to sign a $25 million, five-year contract with the Cubs. He will try to break the Cubbies’ 107-year World Series title drought.

The Hall of Famer, 58, who has the 10thmost hits in major league history, spent 2014 as a coach on Ron Gardenhire’s staff. Gardinhire was fired by the Twins following the 2014 season after a 13-year tenure.

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Annie’s Mailbox

By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR

Concerned Daughter, Mom-to-be

Dear Annie: I am expecting my first child. My mother is a wonderful, intelligent 68-year-old woman. She is also bipolar and seems incapable of keeping herself physically healthy and her house clean. I know her poor health almost certainly stems from the fact that her living conditions are filthy. She also has a sour smell about her that makes me worry that she is lax about her personal hygiene.

I have tried many times over the years to help her keep her house clean, but inevitably it returns to a state of extreme disarray. The only visible floor is the pathway through piles of junk. The kitchen and bathroom are moldy biohazards.

Eventually, I came to the realization that nothing I say or do is going to make her start taking care of herself. I can’t afford to hire a caregiver to help her, and I’m past the point of trying to make a dent in the perpetual filth myself.

My main problem is that when my baby is born, I know Mom is going to want to spend time with her. I don’t feel comfortable allowing my infant child to be exposed to the unhealthy conditions of her house. I am ashamed to say that I also don’t feel comfortable placing my baby in the care of a woman who seems incapable of caring for herself.

How can I tell my mother, the woman who raised me, how to live? This is a conversation I never wanted to have. Is there any way I can avoid breaking her heart and embarrassing her?

-- A Concerned Daughter and Mom-to-Be Dear Concerned: We sympathize, but your child’s welfare will soon become your first priority. This will make it easier for you to talk to Mom. Tell her you love her and understand that her level of cleanliness and hygiene is her choice, but it is not appropriate for your child. Explain that visits with the baby will take place only in your home, under your supervision. She will promise to do better, but that is not a guarantee.

So, also say that you hope this will spur her to seek professional help to make her life healthier for herself and everyone around her. Her doctor can refer her. If she is heartbroken and embarrassed, that should not change the parameters you have set up for the care of your child.

Dear Annie: “On the Outside Looking In” complained that at holiday gatherings, four of the female relatives go into another room to laugh, excluding the other three women and the men. The others should plan something they can enjoy together with or without the other four.

Plan ahead, and make sure everyone knows you have a game to play, a funny gift exchange, a skit to perform or a tale to tell of holidays past in which each person is expected to speak for one minute. Have a bonfire and roast marshmallows. Be silly and lighthearted, forget your troubles and play games with the children.

Turn these gatherings into a celebration for all of you, instead of a party for the clique and a whining session for the rest. Whether they join in or not, you’ll have fun, and your children will remember that for a lifetime. -- Been There Dear Been There: We couldn’t have said it better. Thank you.

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. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

HINTS FROM HELOISE MOUSE OUT OF THE HOUSE Dear Heloise: I heard a noise just above the water heater. I listened to it and decided to try something new. I took a portable radio into the attic, turned it on HIGH -without music, just static -- and left it there for three days. The varmints moved out!

I enjoy your column in The Sacramento Bee’s garden section, and Good Housekeeping, too! -- Irene R., Rocklin, Calif.

Hi, Irene! Love your city and have visited the newspaper often. Yes, this “noise pollution” may run them off for a while, but figure out how they are getting INTO the attic and seal up the entry so they can’t come back for a visit. -- Heloise EARRING Dear Heloise: I’ve discovered that a latex-free makeup wedge applicator can make a good place to store stud earrings. I attach each earring to the back through the sponge, and then lay them in my jewelry box. -- Janet in Fort Wayne, Ind. CLASSIC LETTER OF LAUGHTER: I DON’T DRIVE! Dear Heloise: After an exasperating day with my preschool son, I had taken all I thought I could. “James!” I cried, “You’re driving me crazy!”

With his most innocent look, he replied: “Mom, I can’t be doing that. I don’t even know how to drive!” -- Janie, from January 1981

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, April 6, 2015: This year you are driven to find a new outlet for self-expression. You will experience great fulfillment as a result. You also discover a new ability to understand and resolve problems quickly. You’ll work best with a partner on a one-onone level, no matter what the project or issue is. If you are single, someone you interact with closely easily could become a more romantic bond. This person will be quite important to your life’s history.

If you are attached, the two of you experience a period where you are more closely connected. SCORPIO has as much energy as you do, but he or she is more subtle.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You might be unusually tuned in to a loved one. Your creative energy blooms, which allows you to move through your day more successfully. A partner could be difficult no matter how hard you attempt to appease him or her. Let it go. Tonight: An animated conversation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH Define your objectives and pursue them before someone trips you up or distracts you. You’ll gain insight when you can relax and see what has been accomplished. A personal matter could put a smile on your face. Share an insight with a loved one. Tonight: Accept an invitation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH You might feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of people who need you, or at least think that they do.

You need to reach out to a close associate or loved one, as this person will support you in carrying out what must be done. Tonight: Express your easygoing personality.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH You might want to reconsider a judgment you have made about a loved one. You also could need to review a matter that requires your ingenuity. A conversation with a trusted pal could cause an enormous backfire. Tonight: Be playful, and your stress levels will go down.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHHH You could be content, yet there is someone close to you who is often combative and difficult. You might be wondering whether you need less time with this person. A discussion will help you understand why he or she acts like such a curmudgeon. Tonight: Head home early.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You have a tendency to choose your words with care. This trait easily could help you win over a difficult person. You might feel very optimistic at this moment, but it would be wise to proceed with care; others seem to be on the warpath. Tonight: Make an effort toward a love one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH Be aware of the costs of a situation with which you are about to be involved. A partner could have a totally different perspective from you, and will let you know in no uncertain terms. You will discover that you have some strong opinions as well. Tonight: Run errands first.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHHH The Moon in your sign tends to give you that extra magnetism and energy you might want or need. You could be challenged by a family member and might be disappointed with what happens. Investigate potential options involving your health. Tonight: Be spontaneous.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH Step back a bit before making a decision -- the more information you get, the wiser your choice will be. Keep reaching out to someone at a distance whom you care about. You’ll gain a sense of well-being through a conversation. Tonight: Embrace your impulsive side.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Don’t lose your focus with regard to a special issue. Honor a change, and be more open to new possibilities at a later point. You’ll need to complete a project as it stands. Do not sell yourself short. Tonight: Do what you want to do.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH You’ll be coming from a place of confidence despite a difficult authority figure. Communication could be erratic, but you can deal with the unpredictability. A partner will support you in

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH You might feel as if you can handle nearly everything, and you can -- if you detach. Recognize the importance of taking an overview and understanding why certain people act in the way they do. Tonight: Surf the Web or watch a good movie.

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NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

GP y-N.Y. Rangers 78 x-Montreal 80 x-Tampa Bay 80 x-Washington 80 N.Y. Islanders 79 Boston 79 Pittsburgh 79 Detroit 79 Ottawa 79 Florida 80 Columbus 78 Philadelphia 79 New Jersey 79 Carolina 78 Toronto 80 Buffalo 79

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EASTERN CONFERENCE OT Pts GF GA Home 7 107 240 182 24-10-5 10 106 213 183 25-9-6 8 104 255 206 30-8-1 11 99 237 199 22-12-5 6 98 241 219 25-14-1 13 95 209 201 24-10-7 11 95 215 203 23-13-4 13 95 227 215 21-10-9 13 93 228 211 22-13-5 15 87 199 219 19-13-7 4 82 219 240 17-20-2 18 82 208 224 22-9-7 13 77 174 205 19-13-8 11 69 180 216 18-15-7 7 67 208 253 22-17-1 8 52 155 265 13-21-5 WESTERN CONFERENCE OT Pts GF GA Home 7 107 234 221 26-11-3 7 105 242 197 25-11-2 10 104 227 197 28-8-4 5 95 229 216 21-15-2 6 102 225 182 24-11-5 7 93 234 208 21-13-5 8 96 223 192 22-12-6 14 92 212 195 24-9-7 12 92 222 208 22-13-5 9 87 223 222 19-16-5 10 86 248 258 16-16-8 12 84 212 223 20-15-3 13 59 188 272 14-22-3 8 56 167 262 11-24-5

NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Sunday’s Games Toronto 3, Ottawa 2, SO Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 1 Washington 2, Detroit 1 Montreal 4, Florida 1 St. Louis 2, Chicago 1 Monday’s Games Carolina at Buffalo, 7 p.m.

Columbus at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m.

Winnipeg at Minnesota, 8 p.m.

Los Angeles at Vancouver, 10 p.m.

Away 26-11-2 23-13-4 18-16-7 22-13-6 21-13-5 17-15-6 19-13-7 20-15-4 18-13-8 17-16-8 22-15-2 10-20-11 13-21-5 11-23-4 8-26-6 9-28-3 Away 24-12-4 24-12-5 19-14-6 24-14-3 24-14-1 22-16-2 22-14-2 15-16-7 18-13-7 20-15-4 22-15-2 16-16-9 9-21-10 13-23-3

Div 20-6-1 16-9-3 20-5-4 17-8-4 20-5-2 15-8-5 9-16-4 10-12-7 17-9-4 15-9-5 14-11-3 11-12-5 10-12-7 12-12-5 13-13-3 10-16-4 Div 17-6-5 15-10-1 15-6-5 14-9-3 15-11-0 20-6-1 15-6-4 13-5-7 14-8-4 14-10-4 7-14-7 11-12-4 3-20-3 12-14-0

Dallas at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

Tuesday’s Games N.Y. Rangers at New Jersey, 7 p.m.

N.Y. Islanders at Philadelphia, 7 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Ottawa, 7:30 p.m.

Carolina at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

Winnipeg at St. Louis, 8 p.m.

Minnesota at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

Nashville at Colorado, 9 p.m.

Arizona at Calgary, 9 p.m.

Los Angeles at Edmonton, 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games Toronto at Columbus, 7:30 p.m.

Boston at Washington, 8 p.m.

Dallas at Anaheim, 10:30 p.m.

NATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct GB L10 Str Home Away Conf z-Atlanta 57 19 .750 — 5-5 W-1 33-5 24-14 36-11 x-Cleveland 50 27 .649 7½ 8-2 W-3 29-9 21-18 32-15 x-Chicago 46 31 .597 11½ 6-4 L-1 25-14 21-17 29-18 y-Toronto 45 32 .584 12½ 5-5 L-2 26-14 19-18 29-18 x-Washington 44 33 .571 13½ 5-5 W-3 28-12 16-21 28-19 Milwaukee 38 39 .494 19½ 4-6 L-1 22-16 16-23 27-20 Brooklyn 35 41 .461 22 8-2 L-1 16-20 19-21 22-25 Boston 35 42 .455 22½ 5-5 W-1 19-20 16-22 23-24 Indiana 34 43 .442 23½ 4-6 W-2 21-18 13-25 25-24 Miami 34 43 .442 23½ 4-6 L-4 18-19 16-24 22-25 Charlotte 33 43 .434 24 4-6 W-1 19-20 14-23 25-22 Detroit 30 47 .390 27½ 6-4 W-1 17-21 13-26 21-26 Orlando 24 53 .312 33½ 3-7 W-2 12-26 12-27 14-33 Philadelphia 18 60 .231 40 3-7 L-6 12-26 6-34 12-36 New York 15 62 .195 42½ 1-9 W-1 10-28 5-34 9-38 WESTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct GB L10 Str Home Away Conf z-Golden State 63 14 .818 — 9-1 L-1 35-2 28-12 38-9 x-Houston 53 24 .688 10 8-2 W-3 28-10 25-14 31-17 x-Memphis 52 25 .675 11 5-5 L-1 29-10 23-15 33-15 y-Portland 50 26 .658 12½ 6-4 W-2 31-8 19-18 30-17 x-L.A. Clippers 52 26 .667 11½ 9-1 W-3 27-11 25-15 33-15 x-San Antonio 51 26 .662 12 9-1 W-7 31-8 20-18 28-19 Dallas 46 31 .597 17 4-6 L-2 25-14 21-17 25-22 Oklahoma City 42 35 .545 21 5-5 L-3 27-11 15-24 22-26 New Orleans 41 35 .539 21½ 5-5 L-1 25-13 16-22 25-21 Phoenix 39 38 .506 24 5-5 W-1 22-18 17-20 21-27 Utah 35 42 .455 28 5-5 W-1 19-19 16-23 20-27 Denver 28 49 .364 35 2-8 L-4 17-21 11-28 17-30 Sacramento 26 50 .342 36½ 4-6 L-5 16-23 10-27 15-31 L.A. Lakers 20 56 .263 42½ 3-7 L-3 11-27 9-29 8-38 Minnesota 16 60 .211 46½ 2-8 L-6 9-30 7-30 7-39

x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division z-clinched conference Saturday’s Games Charlotte 92, Philadelphia 91 Atlanta 131, Brooklyn 99 Boston 117, Toronto 116, OT Detroit 99, Miami 98 Washington 92, Memphis 83 Golden State 123, Dallas 110 Orlando 97, Milwaukee 90 L.A. Clippers 107, Denver 92 Phoenix 87, Utah 85 Portland 99, New Orleans 90 Sunday’s Games Houston 115, Oklahoma City 112

Cleveland 99, Chicago 94 Indiana 112, Miami 89 San Antonio 107, Golden State 92 New York 101, Philadelphia 91 Utah 101, Sacramento 95 L.A. Clippers 106, L.A. Lakers 78 Monday’s Games Portland at Brooklyn, 7 p.m.

Tuesday’s Games Phoenix at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m.

Charlotte at Miami, 7:30 p.m.

Golden State at New Orleans, 8 p.m.

San Antonio at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m.

Minnesota at Sacramento, 10 p.m.

L.A. Lakers at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m.

By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Geno Auriemma and his UConn Huskies now stand one win away from a third straight championship and matching another vaunted milestone.

Breanna Stewart scored 25 points and Morgan Tuck added 24 to lead UConn to an 81-58 win over Maryland on Sunday night in the Final Four.

UConn will face a familiar foe stands for the title Tuesday night, Notre Dame — a rematch of last season’s championship game.

“Every time we play Notre Dame, it’s something. I just have a lot of respect for what they’ve been able to do,” UConn coach Geno Auriemma said. “They’ve got a heck of a team and their team has gotten a lot better as the season has gone on. Jewell’s a great player, obviously, but all their other players have gotten significantly better since the beginning of the season.”

The Huskies are 9-0 in title games and a victory over the Irish would tie Auriemma with vaunted UCLA men’s coach John Wooden for the most alltime with 10. It would also be the second three-peat for UConn, which won three straight championships from 2002-04. The last two titles of that run came against Tennessee, marking the only other time in NCAA Tournament history that the same teams met in back-to-back championship games.

Making the Final Four seems like a rite of spring lately for the Huskies (37-1). They have appeared in the last eight national semifinals.

UConn had cruised through this year’s tournament, but Maryland coach Brenda Frese said her team wouldn’t be intimidated by the Huskies.

“I think the biggest thing against Maryland is they can break you down with their guard play, and then they’re so big inside,” Auriemma said. “If you make a mistake on their guards, you’ve got the big guys to deal with. We needed to try and make sure that we only gave up one thing, that we didn’t give up both. So we tried to concentrate on taking away their 3s, which they’re really good at. And then try to create some mismatches on this end with Tuck and Stewie because I thought that’s where we had the advantage.”

The Terrapins took it right at them from the start, hanging with UConn for the first 10 minutes.

Maryland only trailed 22-19 before UConn scored seven straight points capped by Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis’ 3-pointer that made it a 10-point game.

Maryland (34-3) didn’t back down and pulled within 39-33 on Lexie Brown’s 3-pointer with 1:52 left in the half.

Then Tuck took over.

She scored the final five points of the half to give the Huskies a double-digit advantage going into the break. Tuck started the second half with another 3 as UConn scored the first nine points to break the game open.

Her layup capped the burst and gave UConn a 53-33 advantage, essentially putting the game out reach.

“Tuck was a big time X-factor for them tonight,” Frese said.

“The stat line of Kaleena, she hits one three but gives seven assists. goes into facilitator, get everyone else going.”

The redshirt sophomore missed last season’s championship run while she was recovering from microfracture surgery on her right knee that allowed her to only play in eight games. She made her presence felt on the game’s biggest stage, finishing just two points short of her career high.

The loss ended a schoolrecord 28-game winning streak for Maryland, which hasn’t won in its four meetings with the Huskies.

Brionna Jones scored 14 points and Lexie Brown added 12 to lead the Terrapins, who cruised through the Big Ten in their inaugural season in the conference going undefeated.

Brown had some extra support at the game as her father, former NBA slam dunk champion Dee Brown was in attendance. He is an assistant coach with the Sacramento Kings and was able to skip their game Sunday and see his daughter play.

He was sitting near former Celtics teammate Pervis Ellison, whose daughter Aja also plays for the Terrapins. Former NFL star Donovan McNabb was also in the crowd cheering on his niece Kia Nurse, who is a freshman at UConn.

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• That Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances be and is hereby amended by adding: Section 2-256 Municipal Board Meetings (f) The Westfield Redevelopment Authority may hold regularly scheduled meetings during the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Wednesday April 8, 2015 5:30 p.m.

Room 300 Office of Community Development The City of Westfield Consortium, will conduct a public hearing to review (1) the status of the 2015-2019 Five Year Consolidated Plan, (2) the Five Year Consolidated Plan and the FY2015 annual housing and community development priorities, (3) the FY2015 annual and Five Year final needs statement and (4) the FY2015 annual Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Program awards.

The public hearing will open a thirty day comment period on the proposed FY2015 Annual Plan and the proposed 2015-2019 Five Year Consolidated Plan to be submitted to HUD by May 13, 2015.

• That the Zoning Map, per Section 3-30, be amended in the following manner: That the property known as Parcel 225-30 (0 Union Street) be changed from Residence C and Industrial A to all Industrial A; and a certain area of Springdale Avenue, so-called and discontinued, be changed from Residence C to Industrial A in a manner depicted on Exhibit 1, Proposed Zoning, but only affecting The hearing will be held on said property.

Wednesday April 8, 2015 at 5:30 • That the Zoning Map, per Sec- PM in Room 300, Office of Comtion 3-30, be amended in the fol- munity Development in Westfield City Hall. lowing manner: That the property known as 125 Union Street, be changed from Additional information can be all Industrial A to partially Resid- obtained from the Office for ence C in a manner depicted on Community Development, Room Exhibit 1, Proposed Zoning, but 300, City Hall, 59 Court Street, Westfield, MA or by calling 413only affecting said property.

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In City Council April 2, 2015 Passed to Second Reading April 6, 13, 2015 Brian P. Sullivan, President A true copy, Attest: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Karen M. Fanion, City Clerk The Westfield Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on April 21, 2015, at 7:00 P.M. in City Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 59 Court Street, April 6, 2015 Westfield, MA on an application submitted by Pride Limited PartCOMMONWEALTH OF nership for a Special Permit per MASSACHUSETTS Section 3-120.3(4) and Site Plan Approval per Section 6-10.1 of THE TRIAL COURT the Zoning Ordinance and a PROBATE AND FAMILY Stormwater Management PerCOURT mit per Section 16-109 of the Code of Ordinances for a vehicle Hampden Division fueling facility, including a retail 50 State Street store with food service and Springfield, MA 01103 drive-thru; and a separately sited (413)748-8600 commercial vehicle fueling facility with a retail store. A Special Docket No. HD15P0483 Permit per Section 8-10.2(c)ii for an intermittent message sign is INFORMAL PROBATE also requested. The property is PUBLICATION NOTICE known as 9, 33-39 and 0 Southampton Road (Map 50R Estate of: Parcels 15, 18, 21) and zoned Margaret Jeannette Liberty Business B. The application is Date of Death: March 04, 2015 available for public inspection during regular business hours at To all persons interested in the the Planning Office and at above captioned estate, by Peti- www.cityofwestfield.org. tion of David J. Liberty of Westfield, MA and Carolyn M. Pierce of Westfield, MA a Will has been admitted to informal AUTO FOR SALE probate.

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DEADLINES DEADLINES            PAINT by NUMBERS                             Call (413)579-1639.                 • Pennysaver •   • Pennysaver •                A RON JOHNSON's  A STEP ABOVE REST!        HANDYMAN JOSEPH'S    THE            COM Wednesday by 5:00 p.m.          Wednesday by 5:00 p.m.

207-752-1567            Floor Sanding, Installation,             remodeling,    JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE       PANY. Carpentry, ALL CALLS RETURNED!            • Westfield News • • Westfield News •  Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane.  Repair your chimney before 2:00yard p.m. the clean-ups, day prior kitchen, baths, basements, dry- Call for  mowing, Interior &2:00 Exterior; &  p.m. theResidential day prior  to publication.  (413)569-3066. wall, tile, floors,   winter wreaks havoc.

We do Free estimates.

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118 Servicing(413)562-4181 all of Western                  less rain caps.

We sweep all ing. Small jobs ok. All   types  of                        flues.

Free estimates provided.

BESSETTE HARDSCAPES professional work done since                       A.R.A.   Junk, Furniture &    Rooms 345                     Call: 413-330-2186 PLUMBING & HEATING   1985.     Appliance Call Joe, (413)364-7038.            Removal Rooms 345 LARGE FURNISHED ROOM. Parking,        

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    OUTDOOR               SPACES         bus route, walking LIVING distance to all Full house clean-outs.                          amenities. $120/weekly.

Only responLocal landscape/hardscape       Basements, attics & garages.    sible mature adult need apply.        GUTTERS construction company. Walk       RAIN (413)348-5070, (413)862-4522.

Demolition: Patios,  sheds and             ways, patios, walls, planting.

CLEANED & REPAIRED   swing-sets.

You name it...we            Fully insured.

15 years       ROOM FOR RENT on busOver route, fully Antennas removed, chimneys   take it!

Senior discounts.

Free           furnished. $100/week. Call (413)731experience.

413-505-4512    caps    repaired and chimney estimates on phone.

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Call Pete 413-433-0356       vent areas sealed.

Senior                           SOUTHWICK SMALL 2 bedroom     citizen discount.

Insured.          MOWING, house, all LAWN new. $900/month plus utilit                   ies. 100 yard walk to South Pond with       Free estimates.   Spring/Fall Cleanups,        #1 PHIL'S DUMP RUNS/      beach front rights. Call (413)525-1985.                      H.I. Johnson Services   Hedge Trimming, Thatching, DEMOLITION                Business Property Mulching 375   (413)596-8859  (before 9pm) Aeration,           Removal any items in  cellars,            of      LASTYour RETAIL SPACE in new market Needs    All Landscaping            attics, etc...

Also     brush  removal       place.

5 miles from Westfield in Mont-                         Residential & Commercial gomery. $400/month. (413)977-6277.      and small demolition (sheds,                               fences, one car        garages).                 decks,   Homes For Sale 390        (413)626-6122 or visit:        Fully insured.

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Our ceilings are tops!        HAMPDEN Village.

We are a family owned and               $29,900. 2 bedroom, 14’x67’. New     Call Mike 413-821-8971.

Free   operated,          painting      and home sink, floor, windows, appliances, shed.                      estimates.

DELREO HOME   DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM (413)593   improvement company serving                         9961.           IMPROVEMENT  the Westfield area since 1986.                  exterior    All your home        We specialize in residential/com     Services 440                      improvement needs. Roofing,      mercial, exterior/interior painting A1 ODD JOBS/HANDyMAN, Debris                          Removal,   landscaping, spring yard  siding, windows, decks and and staining, ceiling and drywall      clean-up, interior and exterior painting,              gutters.

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Extensive      water   repairs, damage repair,     power T&S washing, LANDSCAPING basic carpentry and                   home plumbing. All types of repair work and         references, fully licensed &    exterior repairs, and  Highest quality, lowest prices.             more. (413)562-7462.             carpentry of all types including insured in MA/CT.        Lawn mowing.

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Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, 1-800-793-3706.

HOUSE PAINTING

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ELECTRICIAN

ALEKSANDR DUDUKAL ELECTRICAL Residential,

Commercial, Industrial. Licensed and insured. Lic. #11902. Service and emergency calls. Call (413)519-8875. alexdudukal@yahoo.com

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

(413)562-5816.

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Remodeling. Kitchens, additions, decks, rec rooms, more.

Prompt, reliable service, free estimates. Mass Registered #106263, licensed & insured.

Call Bruno, (413)562-9561.

St. Pierre General Contracting Custom Homes Additions, Finished Basements, Remodeling.

Fully-Licensed & Insured.

MASTER ELECTRICIAN Prompt fee estimates.

40 years experience. Insured.

Competitive prices- Quality Reasonable prices. No job too work. small. Call Tom Daly, (413)543HIC# 177834 CS-101969 3100. Lic# A7625.

(413) 454-0019 Westfield, MA

SOUTHWICK SMALL 2 bedroom house, all new. $900/month plus utilities. 100 yard walk to South Pond with beach front rights. Call (413)525-1985.

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Business ROOF,Property SNOW &

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ways 9961.& short roads. Loam spread, loader work, post hole digging.

Mowing of fields and Services 440 lotsA1with rotary mower.

ODDlarge JOBS/HANDyMAN, Debris Removal, landscaping, spring yard Material delivery available. clean-up, interior and exterior painting, (413)530-5430 power washing, basic carpentry and plumbing. All types of repair work and more. (413)562-7462.

TREE SERVICE

A BETTER OPTION - GRANFIELD TREE SERVICE. Tree Removal, Land Clearing, ExcavAdvertise Your ating. Firewood, Log Truck Loads. (413)569-6104.

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AMERICAN TREE & SHRUB. Professional fertilizing, planting, pruning, cabling and removals.

Free estimates, fully insured.

Call Please call Ken (413)569-0469.

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Insured. References. Mass Reg. KEITH'S UPHOLSTERY & REPAINTING & #121723. Call (413)568-9731.

PAIRS. 30+ years experience for home or business. Discount WALLPAPERING No job too small !!

HYDRAULIC REPAIRS GOT HYDRAULICS? Macfabrications - Industrial and equipment hydraulic system repair. John Deere antique hydraulic over-haul service. www.macfabrications.com.

413-998-3311 or 413-355-4662

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Low, low prices! Interior/Exterior painting & staining, Ceilings, walls and sheet-rock repair.

Carpentry of all forms. Trim, windows & flooring.

Commercial and Residential.

Free Estimates. Call Steve 413-335-4587 or 860-741-5588

FOR SALE BY OWNER 3-FAMILY HOUSE on 0.47 acres. Business A zoned in downtown Westfield. Excellent potential for a variety of businesses. Price negotiable. For more information call Bill (413)454-3260

MONTGOMERY: 5 miles to Westfield. 750 sq. ft. retail/ commercial space. $750 p/month, Small office, $275/month, 12x20 workshop $350/month. All include utilities.

413-977-6277

OFFICE, WAREHOUSE & STORAGE Space Available: Located at 501 Southampton Rd in Westfield. Office space on 2nd floor (build to suit). Warehouse heated with 2 large overhead doors. Please call 5684460 for viewings.

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ICERETAIL DAM SPACE REMOVAL LAST in new market place. service.

5 miles from Westfield in MontPrompt Free written gomery. $400/month. (413)977-6277.

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WESTFIELD HAMPDEN Village.

Call Shea Landscaping $29,900.

2 bedroom,SERVICES 14’x67’. New JIM'S TRACTOR (413)244-3028 sink, floor, windows, appliances, shed.

Grading & leveling of dirt driveDASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM (413)593-

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

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

LARGE FURNISHED ROOM. Parking, bus route, walking distance to all

NICK GARDNER PLUMBING, amenities. $120/weekly.

Only responsible mature adult need apply.

WELDING & MECHANICAL (413)348-5070, (413)862-4522.

SERVICES. Reliable service, Professional.

Certified Welding.

ROOM FOR RENT on bus route, fully Insured.

MA$100/week.

Lic. #PL31893-J. furnished.

Call (413)731C a l9233. l (413)531-2768 N i c House k 7 4 1 9Rental @ c o m c a s t355 .net

WESTFIELD: Liquor Store for Sale. Established location, 30 years. Full license.

Turn-key opportunity. Over $600,000 sales in merchandise, $150,000 in lottery sales.

2,000 sq. ft. leased store. $165,000. Inventory separate. 413-267-0497

off all fabrics. Get quality workmanship at a great price. Free pickup and delivery. Call (413)562-6639.

HOMES FOR SALE Westfield - 2 Family , Duplex , 3 Bedrooms in each unit. 2 car garage. Boilers 5 years old.

S m a l l y a r d . F u l l y r e n t e d.

Please call 413-519-7257 . To set up showing $195.900

WESTFIELD OPEN HOUSE NEW TO MARKET Sunday, April 12, 1-3 P.M. 53 Spruce Street Charming 3-bedroom ranch on corner lot near Stanley Park. Hardwood floors throughout. $215,000.

413-568-2254.

MOBILE HOMES WESTFIELD: Cozy, 1 bedroom, fixer-upper, $5,000. Fix it your way. Make it your own.

593-9961 DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM

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

WOOD SERVICE AA WOOD SERVICE Will cut, split & stack your wood.

Call Dan for more information.

413-454-2660

Picture Framing and Lamp Repair A name you know and can trust Call Carlton at: 568-2339