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Council votes to continue aquifer ordinance hearing

By Dan Moriarty Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The City Council voted Thursday night to continue its public hearing on proposed amendments to the city’s aquifer protection ordinance.

The council took that action in case the Planning Board, which continued its hearing Tuesday night, makes substantial changes to the proposed amendment as part of its recommendation to the City Council.

The proposed amendment strengthens aquifer protection elements of the city’s zoning codes, said Ward 4 Councilor Mary O’Connell.

“I see this as a win-win situation,” O’Connell, chairwoman of the council’s Natural Resource Committee which has been working on the ordinance amendment, said Thursday night.

“The Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisory Committee (BAPAC) requested the city, in 2007, to update the aquifer protection ordinance,” O’Connell said, adding that the proposed revision will extend the ordinance restrictions to a whole parcel of land if any portion of that property falls within the aquifer overlay district and that it sets a limit on the amount of impervious surface allowed on a parcel.

The current ordinance has no limit; the proposed amendment would set that limit at 65 percent of the total acreage.

Impervious surfaces are typically buildings, driveway and parking areas.

“That impervious surface limit is a big win for aquifer protection,” O’Connell said.

The revision will also allow, through a special permit review process by the Planning Board, commercial development on less than two acres of land, a requirement of the current ordinance.

Some types of commercial enterprises, such as self-storage, would be banned because of the lack of information about materials being stored. The concern is that somebody could store hazardous material in that type of facility and then walk away to avoid the cost of property disposal.

“We are protecting more of the aquifer, that’s the attraction to me,” O’Connell said, “and I like the portions that require a special permit for (commercial development) on less than two acres.”

The hearing will be continued to the Dec. 18 meeting. The Planning Board is slated to meet on Dec. 16 and could make its recommendation on the proposed ordinance change to the City Council at that meeting.

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“Disconnecting from change does not recapture the past. It loses the future.”

Raising cancer awareness Elizabeth Marcyoniak, second from right, reads a prepared statement to attendees of a cancer awareness fundraiser at Tuckers Restaurant Tuesday evening as part of a Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Tasting Event to raise awareness of lung cancer. Joining Marcyoniak is family member Amy Caruso, right, daughter of the late Marylin Liptak, who passed away from lung cancer in September 2011. The event was spearheaded by the family of Marylin Liptak with proceeds benefiting the Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield. (Photo by Frederick Gore)

By Peter Francis Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The city’s Zoning Board of Appeals met Tuesday evening to come to a decision on a matter that has become a real sticking point for residents on the north side of town.

Former City Councilor Gerald Tracy had been attempting to get a variance on a 7.3 acre parcel of land owned by his late father-in-law on 0 Dox Road located atop the Barnes Aquifer to subdivide it into eight nearly one-acre lots as per the wishes of a will.

Numerous residents were in attendance to protest the variance, including attorney Mark Beglane, who was on hand representing several residents. The board also received a letter from the Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisory Committee (BAPAC), which recommended the ZBA not grant the variance for eight lots.

Midway through the contentious hearing, Tracy opted to change his application from eight 0.9-acre subdivisions to four 1.8-acre lots, which proved to be something the board could live with.

In a unanimous decision, the ZBA approved Tracy’s application to subdivide the parcel into four lots, saying that rejecting the measure would allow him to build only one less house See Subdivision, Page 5

Attendees of a cancer awareness fundraiser sponsored by the family of the late Marylin Liptak who passed away from lung cancer in September 2011, gathered at Tuckers Restaurant Tuesday night for a Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting event to raise awareness of lung cancer. Proceeds of the event will benefit the Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center. (Photo by Frederick Gore)

Westfield State Advancement Committee holds first meeting

By Peter Francis Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The Advancement Committee of Westfield State University’s Board of Trustees held it’s inaugural meeting Wednesday afternoon.

With goals of providing oversight of university advancement and facilitating board and boardmember participation in advancement, resource development and fundraising activities, the committee distributed a memorandum of understanding and discussed ways to further engage their vast network of alumni throughout Massachusetts, New England and beyond.

“We, as a brand new committee, are in a unique position to help the university build upon the framework that has been established,” said Committee Chairman Robert

Johnson, one of the newest members of the university’s Board of Trustees.

The advancement committee consists of five trustees – Johnson, James Hagan, Madeline Landrau, Robert Martin and Kevin Queenin.

Vice President of University Advancement Kenneth Lemanski, Executive Director of University Advancement Michael Knapik and Director of Alumni Relations Kathi Bradford spoke to the committee about advancement and university relations, laying out initiatives, goals and future plans for AUR. Bradford updated the committee on an ongoing phone-a-thon which will run until the end of December, that has already completed 37 percent of their calls in the past three days

U.S. Postal customers to get expanded services SPRINGFIELD — The U.S. Postal Service wants the season to be merry and bright for our customers this year. To help with the hustle of the holidays, select Post Offices in Massachusetts will open for four hours on the three Sundays leading up to Christmas Day — Dec. 7, 14 and 21, from 1 p.m.to 5 p.m. – for full retail services, including stamp sales and package acceptance.

During Holiday 2013, the Postal Service delivered 434 million packages and 6.4 billion pieces of First-Class Mail across the nation.

Due to continued e-commerce growth and improvements to the Priority Mail product line, the Postal Service is expecting double-digit growth in its package business this holiday season, likely in the range of 450 to 470 million packages. That equates to roughly 12 percent growth over the same period last year.

Improved Priority Mail tracking and text alerts introduced this year are important

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Gateway towns meet with state ed reps

Gateway Regional High School

By Peter Francis Staff Writer HUNTINGTON – Members of the Gateway Regional School District Administration, School Committee and over 100 concerned residents of the district’s member towns packed the auditorium of Gateway Regional High School Wednesday evening for the long-awaited needs conference with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

The purpose of the conference was to evaluate and assess the impact of the departure of the town of Worthington from the

district. Worjtington began the process of withdrawing from the district earlier this year.

Thursday evening, members of the school committee and administration gave their take on how the meeting went with Christine Lynch and Jay Sullivan, governance and facilities program manager and executive director of school finance and district support center, respectively, for DESE. “I think last night’s meeting went really well,” said School Committee Chair Michelle Crane. “I felt we had pretty good attendance and the back and forth with DESE was pretty good. People had a lot of

positive things to say about the district.”

Crane said that parents and town officials were “very good” about articulating the financial challenges the district would face in the event Worthington goes to another regional district.

“The DESE were really able to get a good picture about how the local people felt,” she said.

“About 30 people spoke during the conference,” said Stephanie Fisk, business manager for Gateway Regional, adding that those in attendance included residents with See Gateway, Page 3

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Holiday ornaments On Thursday December 4th, Girl Scout Troops 41059 and 11396 joined together to make holiday ornaments to be handed out to local organizations during the holiday season. From left to right in the front row: Mikayla, Amelia, Nicole, Morgan, Madelynne Sierra, Emily Q., Tess, Andrianna, Emily P. Back row left to right: Josephine, Kenzie, Kira, Makayla, Heaven, Taylor.

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Woman banned from bingo asks New Mexico to help ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (AP) — A 70-year-old New Mexico woman banned from a bingo hall is fighting to get back in the game.

KRQE-TV reports (http://goo.gl/ m0bYBK ) that Evangeline Shelland of Alamogordo has asked the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office for help since she was banned two years ago from playing her favorite game at the Fraternal Order of Eagles club.

She says management banished her after telling her they had received letters from people accusing her of driving erratically in the parking lot.

Shelland denies the accusation. The club declined to comment.

The Attorney General’s Office says it didn’t have jurisdiction over the club and couldn’t force it to allow Shelland to play.

Texas game warden frees 2 deer tangled in rope NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas (AP) — Forget dashing through the snow.

Two deer in Texas dashed away from a clothesline pole after a game warden cut a nylon rope that entangled the animals by their antlers.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department officer wore a body camera that videotaped the unusual rescue near some cabins in Comal County.

Officials say the game warden responded to a call about two wild deer struggling because a rope linked them by their antlers.

The video shows the game warden driving his pickup truck close to the thrashing bucks.

The officer cautiously approaches and at arm’s length reaches down to sever the rope.

Both deer then run off.

Agency officials on Friday didn’t immediately provide additional information. The video was released Monday.

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Saturday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2014. There are 25 days left in the year.

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n Dec. 6, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln nominated Salmon P. Chase to be chief justice of the United States, succeeding Roger Taney. (Chase was installed as chief justice nine days later.)

On this date: In 1790, Congress moved to Philadelphia from New York.

In 1884, Army engineers completed construction of the Washington Monument by setting an aluminum capstone atop the obelisk.

In 1889, Jefferson Davis, the first and only president of the Confederate States of America, died in New Orleans.

In 1907, the worst mining disaster in U.S. history occurred as 362 men and boys died in a coal mine explosion in Monongah, West Virginia.

In 1917, some 2,000 people died when an explosivesladen French cargo ship collided with a Norwegian vessel at the harbor in Halifax, Nova Scotia, setting off a blast that devastated the city.

In 1922, the Anglo-Irish Treaty, which established the Irish Free State, came into force one year to the day after it was signed in London.

In 1939, the Cole Porter musical comedy “Du Barry Was a Lady” opened on Broadway.

In 1947, Everglades National Park in Florida was dedicated by President Harry S. Truman.

In 1957, America’s first attempt at putting a satellite into orbit failed as Vanguard TV3 rose about four feet off a Cape Canaveral launch pad before crashing down and exploding.

In 1964, the animated puppet special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” now a Christmas perennial, first aired on NBC-TV. In 1971, the original Auto-Train, which carried rail passengers and their motor vehicles from Lorton, Virginia, to Sanford, Florida, went into operation. (Although the privately owned line went out of business in 1981, Amtrak revived the service in 1983.)

In 1989, 14 women were shot to death at the University of Montreal’s school of engineering by a man who then took his own life.

Ten years ago: Militants struck the U.S. Consulate in Jiddah, Saudi Arabia with explosives and machine guns, killing nine people in an attack claimed by al-Qaida. Ohio certified President George W. Bush’s 119,000-vote victory over Democratic nominee John Kerry, even as the Kerry campaign and third-party candidates prepared to demand a statewide recount. A dozen expensive homes under construction in Indian Head, Maryland, were deliberately burned down. (Five men either pleaded guilty or were convicted in the case; prosecutors had cited a variety of motives, including anger by some of the white perpetrators that most of the new homeowners were black.)

Five years ago:

President Barack Obama visited the U.S. Senate dur-

ing a rare Sunday session to rally Democrats behind closed doors on a health care overhaul. The Kennedy Center Honors lauded jazz great Dave Brubeck, rocker Bruce Springsteen, actor Robert De Niro, comic genius Mel Brooks and opera singer Grace Bumbry.

One year ago: A day after Nelson Mandela’s death at 95, South Africans of all colors erupted in song, dance and tears in emotional celebrations of the life of the man who had bridged the country’s black-white divide and helped avert a race war. The Fender Stratocaster that Bob Dylan played at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival was sold at Christie’s for nearly $1 million — the highest price ever paid for a guitar at auction.

Today’s Birthdays:

Comedy performer David Ossman is 78. Actor Patrick Bauchau is 76. Country singer Helen Cornelius is 73. Actor James Naughton is 69. Former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is 69. Rhythm-and-blues singer Frankie Beverly (Maze) is 68. Former Sen. Don Nickles, R-Okla., is 66. Actress JoBeth Williams is 66. Actor Tom Hulce is 61. Actor Kin Shriner is 61.

Actor Wil Shriner is 61. Actor Miles Chapin is 60. Rock musician Rick Buckler (The Jam) is 59. Comedian Steven Wright is 59. Country singer Bill Lloyd is 59.

Singer Tish Hinojosa is 59. Rock musician Peter Buck (R.E.M.) is 58. Rock musician David Lovering (Pixies) is 53. Actress Janine Turner is 52. Rock musician Ben Watt (Everything But The Girl) is 52. Writer-director Judd Apatow is 47. Rock musician Ulf “Buddha” Ekberg (Ace of Base) is 44. Writer-director Craig Brewer is 43. Actress Colleen Haskell is 38. Actress Lindsay Price is 38. Actress Ashley Madekwe is 33. Actress Nora Kirkpatrick is 30.

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students still in district, as well as parents whose children have graduated.

“People are going to want to sell their houses and the values are going way down,” said Jeff Wyand, a school committee member from Huntington.

“Huntington has more houses for sale now than I’ve ever seen. There’s three on my street alone.”

“The values are going down and the tax rates are going up.

They (DESE) said we have two of the highest tax rates in Massachusetts,” said Mary Ann Laurie, a school committee member from Russell.

Fisk added that DESE would be accepting written statements until the end of January expressing their opposition to the Worthington withdrawal, a move that would end up increasing the financial burden on the six remaining district towns of Blandford, Chester, Huntington, Middlefield, Montgomery and Russell.

“It would have been nice to have more legislators there and not just Smitty,” said Gateway Superintendent Dr. David Hopson, referencing state Rep. William “Smitty”

Pignatelli, a Lenox Democrat who represents Blandford and Russell.

“We’re represented by a fairly large number of legislators across two counties and to only have one show up… When we spoke to Smitty at GTAC Saturday, he was going to invite everyone to come,” said Hopson, who added that state Rep. Stephen Kulik, a Worthington Democrat who filed the original home rule petition eventually signed by Gov. Deval L. Patrick, was not present Wednesday evening.

“I thought it was a very pro-

ductive meeting. DESE’s got to really step up to the plate and resolve the educational issues we have that go way beyond Gateway. Gateway’s just the tipping point,” said Pignatelli.

“The Governer cut regional school transportation, which is very severe for Gateway.

(Gateway) was a late budget, so they budgeted 100 percent of what the legislature finally approved.”

Due to Patrick’s cuts, Pignatelli said the district is now “behind the eight ball” by over $100,000.

Wyand said Thursday night

that the prospect of holding another meeting was something that DESE seemed open to, an idea Pignatelli doesn’t think is necessary.

“I think the issues were laid out very well by the townspeople and school officials. I think it’s time for DESE to get to work and fix this thing once and for all,” he said. “There are certain things the legislature can do to provide fiscal relief, but that is still several months away.”

“No more time for talk,” said Pignetelli. “It is time to fix the damn thing.”

State announces licensing enhancements BOSTON – Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game (DFG) Commissioner Mary Griffin this week announced that the MassFishHunt licensing system is now mobile-friendly for the purchase of all Massachusetts’ recreational fishing, hunting and trapping licenses, permits and stamps.

“Sports enthusiasts can now purchase all recreational fishing and hunting licenses and permits using an iPhone or Android smartphone,” said Griffin. “Purchase of a 2015 fishing, hunting, or sporting license also makes a great holiday gift for a family member or friend to enjoy the outdoors.”

Recreational fishing and trapping licenses and permits have been available via mobile devices since the spring of 2014.

The latest system improvement expands mobile-friendly licensing to all recreational licenses and permits sold by DFG’s Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and Division of Marine Fisheries, including hunting and sporting licenses and noncommercial lobster permits.

An electronic signature feature allows customers to download licenses and permits to their mobile device. For all license purchases, mobile customers must provide a valid email address. MassFishHunt will send a confirmation email message with licenses and receipts attached. License buyers can also obtain duplicate permits for free via email if they are lost or damaged.

Electronic images of licenses and permits can be down-

loaded to mobile devices and shown to law enforcement personnel provided that the images are complete and legible. However, deer, bear and turkey hunters are reminded they are required to print and carry paper copies of licenses and permits with tags and they must follow all tagging requirements per existing regulations.

Mobile optimization of MassFishHunt was cooperatively developed by DFG’s Division of Fisheries & Wildlife (DFW), Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) and the department’s licensing services contractor, Active Outdoors. For questions or for help using MassFishHunt, please contact the Active Outdoors Help Desk at 1-888-773-8450 or email mahfwebmaster@als-xtn.com.

All 2015 recreational licenses, permits and supplemental stamps are now available for sale via the MassFishHunt licensing system. Fishing and hunting license revenues support various program efforts at DFW and DMF. Saltwater permit sales support DMF fisheries research, management and public access projects for anglers. The purchase of freshwater fishing, hunting and trapping licenses support DFW fish and wildlife management programs, conservation of fishing and hunting areas, outdoor skills and education programs, as well as rare and endangered species restoration.

To purchase Massachusetts fishing and hunting licenses and permits online, go to the MassFishHunt website at http:// www.mass.gov/massfishhunt

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

I was thankful that I could devote time to spend with my family, with plenty of food and football. The holiday season is in full swing, with plenty of events scheduled no matter what tradition you celebrate. Last Saturday was the Candlelight parade and Tree Lighting on the Green, and this weekend there are even more events throughout the city to keep spirits high! Whether it’s shopping for decorations downtown, bringing the kids to a craft fair, or giving to those JOHN who need some help in these times, I encour- VELIS age everyone to head out and participate in the seasonal happenings around Westfield.

This weekend, we also honor those who lost their lives at the invasion of Pearl Harbor. This year marks the 73rd anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attacks. There will be a memorial service tonight as well as tomorrow morning at Kane Park at 10:30 am.

I wrote an article two weeks ago, shortly after Governor Patrick announced that there is a $329 million dollar shortfall in the current fiscal year budget. One of the reasons this shortfall has occurred is because of the automatic drop in the States income tax rate from 5.2 percent to 5.15 beginning in January 2015. Unlike the federal government, Massachusetts has a constitutional requirement that the budget be balanced. Given this Constitutional restriction, the next step is deciding what cuts to make in order to balance the budget and comply with the State Constitution.

The Governor immediately began cutting various programs from the current fiscal year budget in order to balance the budget and make up for the shortfall. Legislators across the state are seeing their hard earned budget amendments earmarked for projects get struck from the final version of the budget with the implementation of the 9C cuts. There is a slight chance for these amendments to be restored however, depending on various factors. For instance, if there is a surplus of people that head out to do Christmas shopping, tax revenues may rise enough to make up for some or all of the difference.

Of course, there is no way to know whether or not that will happen until after the holiday season.

In lighter news, there are many amazing things happening in Western Mass, and more specifically, in Westfield. First and foremost, this city was selected to host the 2016 Babe Ruth 14 year old World Series! This would not have been possible without the hard work this group of volunteers, parents, and coaches put in to showcasing Westfield as a candidate. It was also announced this past Friday that the Westfield Vocational Technical High School will receive a grant to develop its aviation program, which will create an incredible partnership with the Vocational School and Barnes Airport, training students in a field where there are thousands of opportunities for jobs and career paths in the future.

I do have an important announcement to make to conclude this week’s update - I will be moving in to my new office on the second floor of 52 Court Street this upcoming week. I am looking forward to having people drop by whenever they have a question or just to say hi!

As always, feel free to contact me at john.velis@mahouse. gov or my aide at neesha.suarez@mahouse.gov. I hope everyone enjoys the rest of their weekend!

John Velis Westfield State Representative Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not the staff, editor, or publisher of the Westfield News.

Government Meetings MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 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

GRANVILLE Monday Night Meetings at 7:30 pm

WESTFIELD License Commission at 6 pm Police Commission at 5:30 pm

BLANDFORD Conservation Commission Meeting at 6 pm Council on Aging Meeting at 7 pm Zoning Board Meeting at 7 pm

SOUTHWICK Council On Aging at 1 pm Board of Assessors at 5:30 pm Board of Appeals at 7 pm

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Please be advised that in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Governor Deval L. Patrick has ordered that the United States flag and the Commonwealth flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, December 7, 2014 in honor of the those who died in service to our nation at Pearl Harbor.

This gubernatorial order applies to: 1. The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls. 2. Other stateowned or state-controlled buildings. 3. All state military installations.

Usually every night in The Westfield News it is reported that cars for various reasons have been driven illegally and have been towed by the police dept. to the impound yard. I am curious to know where the impound yard is actually located and do the owners of the impounded car have to pay a fee to have their car kept there and a fee to have it released? Thanks for your help.

I have to laugh at the letter to the editor from the infamous Steven Crooker. Anybody who knows him knows he would automatically be a democrat. Ya see there’s the takers and the makers. Steven is one of the takers. While he was in prison who supported his children we the tax payers. Does he own his own home? Where does he work? Hey last time I checked the bail out of wall street and the auto industry cost the taxpayers money. I’d like to see your last W2. And guess what the recession had 2 other peoples names written all over it not just Bush how about Barney Frank and Chris Dodd. Rememeber Fanny and Freddie. You are right about 1 thing the unemployment rate has gone down because people have given up looking and are either no longer enrolled or are working 2 part time jobs. How come SSI numbers have increased, lack of good jobs it’s the only way to survive for some who cannot collect anymore. Ya see you are part of the Democrats voter base depending on big government to hold your hand and give you food stamps.

Every use those buddy. And your alittle off on you illigel alien numbers try 16 million new Democratic voters looking for there hand out. Affordable Care Act cut it out our premiums increase 40%. Its affordable for those who don’t work and get Medicaid or some other form of assistance. Wake up the war against terrorist is never going to be over. I quess you would rather see it happen here on home soil then over there. I don’t leave my name because who knows what kind of retribution would take place at your hands.

It’s Christmas time and I want to believe. I want to believe we are good people here in Westfield. I saw a box in the local hardware store asking for donations for homeless pets. It was overflowing. I felt so good about us as a town when I saw the outpouring from my neighbors here in Westfield, I felt even better when one of the sales girls said there had been so many donations they had to start storing most of it out back. Now I felt great about us as a town, I turned to my 8 yr old niece who I brought with me (I was babysitting) and said “Isn’t that great.” She looked up at me and said, “Why is the toy box empty?” Then pointed to a box labeled Toys for Tots near the front of the store. I walked over and saw it was empty except for a plastic child size shovel. When I asked the sales girl if they were storing the overflow toys in the back with the overflow pet donations she said “No, what’s there is all that’s been donated for kids.” Then my niece asked a question that felt like she hit me in the gut with a sledgehammer “Why do people like animals better than people?” I didn’t know what to say. So I looked at her and said. “I’m sure people will fill this box up before Christmas.” “What about us?” she fired back “Why don’t we fill it up?” I told her we would go shopping for toys to help those kids but we couldn’t afford to fill it up ourselves.

She replied “Why not?” Then I said something stupid “I’m sure Santa will make sure it gets filled.” She replied “Awesome.

When are we going shopping to help Santa?” I said “This weekend, but don’t be surprised if we are the only ones who put toys in, because Santa ,being very busy. would probably take awhile to get here from the North Pole.” “Nope.” she said.

“I believe Santa will fill this box up before we come back with our toys to give.” “It could happen” I replied “ but it might not, he is very very busy.” “Nope. He will. I believe.” she replied.

So I am now asking. If you are out there Santa can you help fill up the Toys for Tots box at the Hardware store? It’s Christmas time and I want to believe.

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A City of ‘Broken Trust’ A boy’s death and a damning Justice report put Cleveland at the center of a national police crisis

By CONNIE SCHULTZ Politico.com Eleven days after a Cleveland police officer shot and killed Tamir Rice, an overwhelmingly black congregation of mourners gathered to say good-bye to the 12-year-boy. At a service at the Mt. Sinai Baptist Church punctuated with wails from Tamir’s grieving mother and simmering with a communal outrage that frequently bubbled over, Tamir’s uncle, Michael Petty, listed all the things his nephew would never do. He’d never drive a car. Never go to college. Never go out on a date. But Tamir, Petty added, “will live through us. Tamir will be heard from the grave.” The mourners rose to their feet.

“Police are public servants,” Petty said, “not James Bond with a license to kill…This is not an issue of black and white, but of right and wrong.”

He is right, but we must also acknowledge that racial tensions are fueling the rising tide of rage against police tactics in Cleveland and across the country. Tamir’s death, among others of young AfricanAmerican males in recent months, has animated the voice of protests nationwide. On Thursday, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder held a news conference in Cleveland to announce the findings of a nearly two-year investigation into allegations of excessive force by the city’s police.

“The trust between the Cleveland Division of Police and many of the communities it serves is broken,” the 58-page report concluded starkly. “Instead of working with Cleveland’s communities to understand their needs and concerns and to set crime-fighting priorities and strategies consistent with those needs, CDP too often polices in a way that contributes to community distrust and a lack of respect for officers – even the many officers who are doing their jobs effectively.”

The report offered this jarring example: “We observed a large sign hanging in the vehicle bay of a district station identifying it as a ‘forward operating base,’ a military term for a small, secured outpost used to support tactical operations in a war zone. This characterization reinforces the view held by some – both inside and outside the division – that CDP is an occupying force instead of a true partner and resource in the community policing initiative. The Division must undergo a cultural shift at all levels to change an ‘us-againstthem’ mentality we too often observed…” *** Us against them. In the last hours of his life, Tamir was in a public park, talking on a cell phone, goofing around in the snow and walking around with an air pellet gun in his hand. Twice, the person who called 911 told the Cleveland police dispatcher that Tamir’s gun was “probably fake,” but no one told that to the two police officers in the car that zoomed into the park, just feet away from Tamir.

As the surveillance video later showed, within two seconds Patrolman Timothy Loehmann had rushed out of the passenger side of the car and Tamir was on the ground. He lay there for four minutes before anyone attempted first aid. Hours later, he was dead.

At the funeral Tamir’s teacher, Carletta Goodwin, described him as a popular and animated child. He enjoyed life, she said. He loved to joke around, tap on his desk and sing to himself, sometimes getting the rest of the class to sing along. He was also, she stressed, very protective of his mother. “Am I saying Tamir was perfect?”

Goodwin said. “No. Are we perfect? No…. In the back of my mind, there’s a hole. Though his body is not there, I now carry him in my heart.”

Four days after Tamir’s death – and before much of anything was known about the police officer who killed him — a local news organization ran a story detailing the criminal history of Tamir’s parents.

The coverage ignited another round of outrage in a community already reeling from what many believe are false claims by police that Tamir had wielded his non-lethal gun and ignored repeated warnings to drop it.

And now the media were turning their scrutiny to Tamir’s parents?

Henry Currie, the family’s pastor, roared his objection to this narrative of blame. “The tragic circumstances of his death were not how he lived,” he said to mounting applause. “He lived a beautiful, awesome life of 12 years because his family raised him beyond a shadow of a doubt that his life had meaning.”

“Stand up,” he said. “Stand up for this family.” Again, the mourners rose to their feet.

Another story broke during Tamir’s memorial service, and it too reinforced the us-against-them narrative. The 26-year-old officer who killed Tamir, Timothy Loehmann, had previously served on the smaller force for Independence, Ohio. His father had said in an interview that his son left the suburban force for Cleveland’s because he wanted more action. On the morning of the funeral, Independence police released Loehmann’s personnel file, which told a darker story.

Most damning was a lengthy letter, dated November 29, 2012, from Deputy Chief Jim Polak that described Loehmann’s tendency to ignore orders and protocols when he saw fit. He also performed badly during live range gun training.

“I do not believe Ptl. Loehmann shows the maturity needed to work in our employment,” Polak wrote. Unfortunately in law enforcement there are times when instructions need (to) be followed to the letter, and I am under the impression Ptl. Loehmann, under certain circumstances, will not react in the way instructed. … I am recommending he be released from the employment of the City of Independence. I do not believe time, nor training, will be able to change or correct these deficiencies.”

The City of Cleveland hired him anyway. A police spokesman said they never saw his file. Loehmann is now on paid leave. The

officer who was driving the patrol car that night, Frank Garmback, was involved in a lawsuit over the use of force in 2010 that the city settled this year for $100,000.

Two days after Tamir’s death, Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams said this at a news conference: “From this tragedy we can gain knowledge and we can proactively and diligently teach our children and our community about the dangers of weapons, mainly handguns, whether they be real or fake.

Guns are not toys and we need to teach our kids that. Our community needs to understand that. Guns are not toys.

“We must also make sure our children understand that we, members of the Cleveland Division of Police, are part of this community and that we care about each and every other person in this community and that we’re out there to keep them safe and protect them. We need parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters to make sure they give that message to our children.”

And yet page after page of the Justice Department report on the Cleveland police rejected Chief Williams’ account, chronicling instead a crippling crisis. Police routinely fail to de-escalate tense situations, instead using “unnecessary and excessive deadly force” that puts bystanders at risk. They retaliate against recalcitrant citizens with “Tasers, chemical spray and fists.” Supervisors tolerate this behavior, and in some cases endorse it. Discipline is rare.

As the DOJ report confirmed, we’ve been living with this hell for years. Referring to a similar DOJ investigation in Cleveland in 2004, page two of the report reads: “That investigation raised concerns and resulted in recommendations that are starkly similar to the findings in this letter.”

In other words, it seems nothing has changed. Except now we have social media, so we’ve all seen that video of the 62-police car chase that ended in a school parking lot, two innocent black citizens’ bodies riddled with bullets. Links to the video of Tamir Rice’s last moments of viable life have blanketed Twitter and Facebook.

Perhaps, finally, history will no longer be written only by the victors.

Perhaps – dare we hope? — white citizens will acknowledge that what is happening in predominantly black communities is our problem, too. How do we see an unarmed boy gunned down and not feel called to action?

For those of us journalists who’ve spent a good chunk of our careers covering Cleveland, the DOJ report is a sad and familiar story. In 2002, I wrote a six-day series for The Plain Dealer about Michael Green, a black man from Cleveland who served 13 years for a rape he didn’t commit. He should never have been charged, but police misconduct made sure the rape victim, a white woman dying of cancer, identified as her rapist a man she had never met.

After the Innocence Project secured Green’s release, he agreed, reluctantly at first, to allow me to follow him for a year to tell his story. Two memories endure from our time together.

The first memory: Green’s stepfather, Robert Mandel, who discovered the evidence in the bowels of a city building that allowed for DNA testing, is standing outside their family home in the Glenville neighborhood after one of my many visits. He is frowning, and when I ask him what’s wrong, he shakes his head. “I can’t believe you keep coming back here, back to this neighborhood, and it’s not because someone’s been shot.”

It was a fair indictment of our coverage, which focused too often on the crimes in the impoverished community. Days before our series ran, a senior editor referred yet again to the “mopes” in my story and assured me that, had he been on the jury, he would have convicted Michael Green. Twelve years later, a 12-year-old unarmed black boy is killed by police, and a story runs about his parents past misdeeds, with an editor’s approval. It’s not just the police department that needs to clean house.

The second memory: Green’s series was about to run, in the fall of 2002, and Michael asked only one promise of me. He knew I’d likely be doing a lot of public speaking about the series, including at high schools in Cleveland. “Whenever you see black boys, tell them to raise their hands when they see the police. Tell them, ‘Don’t run.

Don’t put your hands in your pockets. Put your hands up high.’”

Twelve years later, the mantra after Ferguson: “Hands up. Don’t shoot.”

If that police officer yelled at Tamir Rice, it’s hard to believe he managed to say it three times. There’s no audio on the video, so we don’t know if Tamir Rice even heard him, or if he said anything before he was shot.

We do, however, now know this, from page two of the DOJ report: “We determine, that, as part of the pattern or practice of excessive force, officers fire their guns in circumstances where the use of deadly force is not justified, including against unarmed or fleeing suspects who do not pose a threat of serious harm to officer or others.”

It is impossible to read that and not think of Tamir Rice. One minute, he was a lonely boy with a pellet gun sitting on a park bench, who rose to his feet when he saw the police car pull up feet away.

Two seconds later, he was on the ground.

So many what-ifs.

What if he knew police thought his pellet gun was real?

What if the dispatcher had told the police the gun was “probably fake?”

What if the DOJ had released its report the day before, instead of 12 days later.

That’s a question that can bring a mother – any mother — to her knees.

Connie Schultz is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist in Cleveland.

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RELIGIOUS LISTINGS UCC Second Congregational Church Westfield MA 01085 (413) 568-7557 Sunday, Dec. 7 9:00 am - Choir Rehearsal 10:00 am - Communion Worship and Sunday School Mitten Tree 11:00 am - Coffee Fellowship 11:15 am - Budget Meeting 11:30 am - Christmas Pageant rehearsal Monday, Dec. 8 Office Closed Tuesday, Dec. 9 10:00 am - TOPS 10:00 am - Stewardship 7:00 pm - Cabinet Wednesday, Dec. 10 6:30 pm - Choir Rehearsal Thursday, Dec. 11 Noon - Bible Study 6:00 pm - Brownies Caroling (Time TBA) Friday, Dec. 12 7:30 pm - AA

11:15 AM Choir Rehearsal 1:00 PM Confirmation Class Monday, Dec. 8, 2014 7:00 PM Line Dancing Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Church Committee Meeting Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014 1:00 PM Bible Study Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014 11:30AM Women’s Fellowship Luncheon 4pm-6PM Family Support Group Meeting

7:30 pm - Al-Anon Saturday, Dec. 13 9:30 am - Pageant Rehearsal 4:00 - AA First Congregational Church of Westfield 18 Broad Street Westfield MA 01085 Rev. Elva Merry Pawle, Pastor Sara Popp, Church School Director Allan Taylor, Minister of Music Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 –1 568-2833 Email:Office@churchonthegreen.org www.churchonthegreen.org Worship Service: Sundays 10 AM Fellowship Hour 11:00 AM Childcare Available -Handicap Accessible This Week at First Church Sunday, Dec 7, 2014 9:00 AM Choir Rehearsal 10:00 AM Worship Service 11:00 AM Social Hour 11:00 AM Boutique Open

Southwick Congregational Church United Church of Christ 488 College Highway – P.O. Box 260 – Southwick, MA 01077- 413-569-6362 Rev. Bart Cochran - Minister 12/7/14-12/13/14 December 7, 2014 10:00 AM– Worship Service - Voice Choir; Nursery/Sunday School – 10:15 AM; 11:00 AM Coffee Hour; ADVENT WORKSHOP, 1-5 PM (crafts, music, and yummy food); 2:00 PM O.A. Meeting; Advent Bible Study 7:00 PM - December 09, TUESDAY – 11:00 AM Advent Bible Study; 6:30 PM Bell Choir; 7:00 PM Boy Scout ; December 10, WEDNESDAY –9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Advent Christian Church 11 Washington Street Westfield, MA 01085 Phone: (413) 568-1020 Email: info@westfieldadventchristian.com www.westfieldadventchristian.com Pastor Merle Beal Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. Praise and Worship Service Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Friday: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Youth Group for grades 5-8 Baha’i Community of Westfield Sundays - 10 a.m. to 12 noon worship and study classes for children and adults at Daniel Jordan Baha’i School in March Memorial Chapel, Springfield College. Open to the public.

The second and fourth Fridays of every month at 7 p.m.

Westfield study and discussion meetings Call 568-3403.

Central Baptist Church 115 Elm St., Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 568-0429 Email:cbcabc@comcast.net website: http://www.centralbaptist churchwestfield.com The Rev. Tom Rice, Interim Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:00am Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Sunday - Worship Hour - 10-11a.m.

Christ Church United Methodist 222 College Highway, Southwick, MA 01077 Pastor Rev. Valerie Roberts-Toler Phone - (413) 569-5206 Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.

Handicapped accessible.

Air conditioned. Nursery available.

Christ Lutheran Church 568 College Highway, Southwick, MA 01077 Rev. Jeff King, Pastor Phone - (413) 569-5151 Sunday - 8:15, 9:15, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.

11 a.m. - Contemporary Worship with Children’s Hour and CLC Live with Children’s Hour. Childcare available.

Thursday evenings - Weekender’s Worship - 7 p.m.

Christ The King Evangelical Presbyterian Church 297 Russell Road, Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. Jason S. Steele, Pastor Office Phone - (413) 572-0676 ctkwestfield.org Weekly Calendar of Events: Sunday - Worship Service - 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages - 11 a.m.

Monday - Men’s Group - Sons of Thunder - 7 p.m.

Tuesday - Women’s Bible Study Wednesday - Beginners Bible Study - 7 p.m.

Childcare is available.

The Episcopal Church of the Atonement 36 Court St., Westfield, MA 01085 (413) 642-3835 http://www.atonementwestfield.net Parking off Pleasant Street The Rev. Nancy Webb Stroud, Rector Sundays: Holy Eucharist at 8 am and 10 am Christian Formation for all ages following 10 am Wednesdays: Bible Study 9:30 am-10:30 am Holy Eucharist and Healing at Noon Congregation Ahavas Achim Interfaith Center at Westfield State University 577 Western Avenue, P.O. Box 334, Westfield, MA 01086 Rabbi Joyce Galaski Phone - (413) 562-2942 Friday Sabbath Services - 7:15 p.m. - 2 times/month and Holiday Services.

Call for dates. An Oneg Shabbat follows the service and new members are always welcome.

Monday Hebrew School - 5 to 7 p.m.

Sunday School Adult Study Group.

Faith Bible Church 370 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam, MA 01001 Phone - 413-786-1681 Pastor: Rick Donofrio Sunday School for all ages 9:30am Worship Services 10:30am Children’s Service 10:30am Fellowship/Refreshments-12:30am Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting and Bible Study 6:30 pm First Congregational Church of Westfield 18 Broad Street, Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 568-2833 Fax - (413) 568-2835 Website: churchonthegreen.org Email :office@churchonthegreen.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9a.m.-2p.m.

Rev. Elva Merry Pawle, Pastor Carrie Salzer, Church School Coordinator Allan Taylor, Minister of Music Worship Service : Sunday’s 10 AM Church School Sunday 10 AM Childcare Available - Handicap Accessible Fellowship Hour 11 AM First Spiritual Church 33-37 Bliss Street, Springfield, MA 01105 Rev. John Sullivan, Pastor Phone - (413) 238-4495 Sunday Service - 10:30 a.m., Sermon, Healing Service, Spirit Communication.

First United Methodist Church (A Stephen’s Ministry Church) 16 Court Street Westfield MA 01085 413-568-5818 Rev. Bruce T. Arbour Email:FUMC01085@JUNO.COM Worship Service : Sunday’s 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Coffee Hour: every Sunday 11:30 a.m.

Childcare Available-Handicap Accessible Grace Lutheran Church 1552 Westfield Street, West Springfield, MA 01089 Phone - 413-734-9268 Website http://www.gracelutheranonline.com The Rev. John Marquis, Pastor E-Mail -pastorwhite@ gracelutheranonline.com Margit Mikuski, Administrative Assistant mmikuski@gracelutheranonline.com Sunday service - 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday – 9 a.m. - Bible Study Wednesday service - 6 p.m.

Granville Federated Church American Baptist & United Church of Christ 16 Granby Road, Granville, MA 01034 Phone - (413) 357-8583 10 a.m. - Worship Service, Sunday School to run concurrently with Worship Service. Childcare available 11 a.m. - Coffee Hour Monday - 8 p.m. - AA Meeting Thursday - 7 p.m. - Adult Choir Practice

First Saturday - 6 p.m. - Potluck Supper in Fellowship Hall Third Sunday - 8:30-9:30 a.m. - Breakfast Served in Fellowship Hall Third Wednesday - 12 noon - Ladies Aid Potluck Luncheon & Meeting Fourth Sunday - 11:15 a.m. - Adult Study Program led by Rev. Patrick McMahon.

Holy Family Parish 5 Main Street Russell, MA 01071 Rectory Phone: 413-862-4418 Office Phone: 413-667-3350 Rev. Ronald F. Sadlowski, Pastor Deacon David Baillargeon Mass Schedule: Saturday Vigil 5 p.m.

Sunday 8:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m.

Daily Mass: 8 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Communion Prayer Service: 8 a.m. Thursday Confession: Saturday 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. and Sunday 7:30 to 8 a.m.

Handicapped accessible Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church 335 Elm St., Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. Rene Parent, M.S., Pastor Rev. Luke Krzanowski, M.S., Assistant Phone - (413) 568-1506 Weekend Masses - Saturday - 4 p.m.

Sunday - 7 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. (Polish), and 10:30 a.m.

Weekday Masses - Monday-Friday, 12:10 p.m.

Also First Friday - 7 p.m.

Holy Hour of Adoration Thursday, 6 pm.

Sacrament of Reconciliation - Saturdays - 3 to 3:45 p.m. or by appointment Baptisms by appointment, please call the office.

Hope Community Church 152 South Westfield Street Feeding Hills, MA. 01030 413.786.2445 Pastor Brad Peterson Sunday morning worship begins at 10 a.m.

Contemporary worship, life oriented messages, from the Bible, nursery and children’s church available, classes for all ages. Weekly home groups and Bible studies, active youth group, special activities for families, men, women, and children.

For more information, call the church office 413-786-2445, weekdays between 9 a.m. and noon. Please leave a message any other time.

Valley Community Church and Agawam Church of The Bible merged May 2010 to become Hope Community Church Huntington Evangelical Church 22 Russell Road, Huntington, MA 01050 Rev. Charles Cinelli Phone - (413) 667-5774 Sundays - Adult Sunday School - 9 a.m., Sanctuary; Worship Service - 10:15 a.m.; Sanctuary; Children’s Church 10:15 a.m., (downstairs during second half service).

Mondays - Ladies Bible Study - 9:30 a.m.

Tuesdays - Women’s Guild, the 2nd Tuesday of every month in Chapel on the Green; Ladies Bible Study, (all but second Tuesday), 7 p.m., Chapel on the Green.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 117 Southwick Road, Westfield, MA 01085 Phone (413) 568-1780 English: Wednesday & Thursday - 7-8:45 p.m.; Sunday 10-11:46 a.m. & 12:30-2:15 p.m.

Russian: Thursday - 7-8:45 p.m.; Saturday 4-5:45 p.m.

Montgomery Community Church Main Road-Montgomery, MA Pastor Howard R. Noe Phone - (413) 862-3284 Office Nondenominational Services every Sunday 9-10 a.m., with Coffee Fellowship following all services.

Weekly Men and Women’s Bible Studies available.

Mountain View Baptist Church 310 Apremont Way Holyoke, MA 01040 Pastor Chad E. Correia 413-532-0381 Email: http://www.mvbaptist.com Sunday Morning Worship - 8:30 & 11 a.m.

Sunday School & Adult Study - 10 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study - 7 p.m.

Thursday - Visitation & Soul Winning - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday - Buss Calling & Soul Winning - 10 a.m.

New Life Christian Center of the Westfield Assemblies of God 157 Dartmouth Street, Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. Wayne Hartsgrove, Pastor Phone - (413) 568-1588 Sunday - 9:30 a.m., Sunday School; 10:30 a.m.

Adult Bible Study and activities for youth of all ages,Wednesday - 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6 p.m.

New Life Worship Center 118 Meadow Street Westfield, MA 01085 413-562-0344 http://www.nlwcofwestfield.org Pastor Gene C. Pelkey Sundays - 10 a.m. - Worship and Sunday School.

Wednesdays - 7 p.m. - Bible Study.

Men’s and Ladies prayer groups (call for schedules) Changed Into His Image Class (call for schedules) Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish 127 Holyoke Road Westfield, MA 01085 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 489 Westfield, MA 01086-0489 Pastor: Rev. Daniel S. Pacholec Parochial Vicar: Rev. Steven G. Montesanti Deacon Paul Federici Deacon Paul Briere Pastoral Minister: Mary Federici Parish/Religious Education Office: (413) 562-3450 Parish Fax: (413) 562-9875 www.diospringfield.org/olbs Mass Schedule: Saturday: 4 p.m. (Vigil) Sunday: 7, 8:30, 11 a.m.

Monday- Friday: 7 a.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. Miraculous Medal Novena Confession: Saturday 3:15- 3:45 p.m.

Handicapped accessible.

Our Lady of the Lake Church Sheep Pasture Road Southwick, MA 01077 Parish Pastoral/Administrative Staff Pastor: Rev. Henry L. Dorsch 569-0161 Deacon: Rev. Mr. David Przybylowski Religious Education: Lynda Daniele 569-0162 Administrative secretary: Joanne Campagnari - 569-0161 Office Hours: Mon.-Wed.: 8:30 - 3:30; Thurs. 8:30-noon

Office, household assistant and Sacristan: Stella Onyski MASS SCHEDULE Sat. 5 p.m. (vigil), Sun., 8, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Weekdays: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday 7 p.m.

Penance/confession: Saturdays 4:15-4:45; Wed. before 7 p.m. Mass and by appointment.

Baptisms: Sundays at 11:15 a.m. Arrange with Pastor and a pre- Baptism meeting is scheduled.

Marriage: Arrangements should be made with pastor prior to any reception arrangements as early as one year in advance Exposition of Blessed Sacrament: 1st Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Marian Cenacle of Prayer: Saturdays 7:30-8:30 Charismatic Prayer Meeting: Thursdays 7 p.m.

St. Jude Novena after Wednesday 7 p.m. Mass Miraculous Medal Novena after Tuesday morning Mass Chapel of Divine Mercy, Litany, Rosary, Friday 3-3:34 Home and hospital visits. Please call rectory Anointing of the Sick. Please call the pastor Prayer Line: for special intentions.

Call Marian at 569-6244 Bible Study: Tuesdays 9:15 a.m. at rectory meeting room Pilgrim Evangelical Covenant Church 605 Salmon Brook Street, Route 10 and 202, Granby, CT 06035 Rev. Dennis Anderson, Pastor Phone: (860) 653-3800 Fax: (860) 653-9984 Handicap Accessible.

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Sunday Praise and Worship - 10:30 a.m., Infant and toddler care available.

Men’s Group Fellowship Breakfast - 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., the 2nd Saturday of each month.

Call for a Youth Group schedule of events.

You can visit us on the web at: http://www.pilgrimcovenantchurch.org.

Pioneer Valley Assembly of God Huntington, MA 01050 Rev. Toby Quirk Phone - (413) 667-3196 Sunday - 10 a.m. - Service of Worship Weekly Bible Study. Call for information.

Pioneer Valley Baptist Church 265 Ponders Hollow Road, Westfield, MA 01085 (corner of Tannery and Shaker Road) Phone - (413) 562-3376 Pastor James Montoro Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service – 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Service – 7 p.m. We provide bus transportation for those in need of transportation.

Just call us at 562-3376.

Psalms Springs Deliverance Ministries 141 Meadow Street, Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 568-1612 Pastor Sharon Ingram Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship - 11 a.m.

Wednesdays - Childrens reading hour, 5 to 6 p.m. with Pastor, 4 to 10 years old.

Wednesday Evening - 7 p.m. - Bible Study & Deliverance Service Friday - Y.E.S. - Youth Excellence Services, 13 years old and up.

Russell Community Church Main Street, Russell 01071 Rev. Jimmy Metcalf, Pastor Sunday - 9 a.m. - Sunday School, all ages - Fellowship, parsonage; 10 a.m. - Family Worship; 6 p.m. - Youth Fellowship, parsonage.

Tuesday - 7 p.m. - AA Meeting; Family Bible Class, parsonage.

Wednesday - 9 a.m. - Women’s Prayer Fellowship, parsonage.

Friday - 7:30 p.m. - AA Meeting.

St. John’s Lutheran Church 60 Broad Street Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 568-1417 http://stjohnswestfield.com Pastor Christopher A. Hazzard Sunday - Adult Bible Study and Summer Sunday School (Preschool - High School) 8:45 A.M. Sunday Worship 10 A.M. Tune in to the taped broadcast of our Worship Service over WHYN (.560 on your AM radio dial) at 7:30 on Sunday morning.

Living Hope Church Pastor Dan Valeri 267 College Highway Southwick, MA 01077 413-569-1882 Living Hope Church - Hope for everyday living!

We are a church that proclaims a message of hope and healing for the hurts and problems of everyday life through the message of Jesus Christ... info@livinghopechurchag.org Service time: 10 AM Thursday Family Night 6:30pm Office hours - Mon through Thurs 9:30am-4pm Southwick Community Episcopal Church 660 College Highway Southwick, MA 01077 Phone: 569-9650 http://www.southwickchurch.com Rev. J. Taylor Albright, Pastor Saturday Evening Worship Service 5 p.m.

Sundays 9:30 AM, Service that blend contemporary worship with traditional liturgy and a family-friendly atmosphere KidZone: Childcare and children’s ministry during the service Sign Language Interpreted Handicapped Accessible Women’s Group: Thursdays 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Good coffee, fellowship and light-weight discussion of faith issues.

Childcare provided.

Southwick Congregational Church United Church of Christ 488 College Highway, P.O. Box 260, Southwick, MA 01077 Administrative Assistant: Barbara Koivisto Phone - (413) 569-6362 email:swkucc@verizon.net Sunday 10 AM Worship Service – Open Pantry Sunday Minister – Rev. Bart D. Cochran.

Music – The Voice Choir Nursery Available 10:15 AM Church School 11 AM Coffee Hour 3:30 PM O.A. Meeting Tuesday 6:30 PM Bell Choir 7 PM Boy Scouts Wednesday 9-1 PM Henrietta’s Thrift Shop – open 6 PM Zumba 7 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday 6:30 PM T.O.P.S. Friday

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Henrietta’s Thrift Shop – open 6 PM O.A. Meeting 7:30 PM A.A. 12 Step Meeting Saturday 9-1 PM Henrietta’s Thrift Shop – open 9 AM Zumba

St. Joseph’s Polish National Catholic Church 73 Main Street, Westfield, MA 01085 Social Center: Clinton Avenue Father Sr. Joseph Soltysiak, Pastor Phone - (413) 562-4403 Email - Soltysiak@comcast.net Fax - (413) 562-4403 Sunday Masses - 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Summer Schedule - 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School - 9 a.m., social center Catechism Classes: Monday evenings Daily and Holy Day Masses as announced For more information & links: PNCC.org St. Mary’s Church 30 Bartlett Street, Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 562-5477 http://www.St.MarysofWestfield.com Rev. Brian F. McGrath, pastor Rev. Christopher Fedoryshyn, Parochial Vicar Rev. Daniel Brunton, in Residence Deacon Pedro Rivera Deacon Roger Carrier Weekday Mass - Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Holy Day Masses - 4 p.m. on the eve before, 8:30 a.m. & 6:15 p.m. (bilingual) Confessions Saturdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. (lower church) Saturday Mass - 4 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 7, 8:30 and 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

All Masses are in the upper church, the 11:30 a.m. is in Spanish Handicapped accessible, elevator located to the right of the main entrance.

Adoration and Benediction - Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

St. Mary’s Elementary School (Pre-K-8) (413) 568-2388 St. Mary’s High School (9-12) - (413) 568-5692 Office of Religious Education - (413) 568-1127 St. Vincent de Paul outreach to the poor and needy - (413) 568-5619 St. Peter & St. Casimir Parish 22 State Street Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. William H. Wallis, Pastor Parish Office - 413-568-5421 Mass schedule Daily Mon.-Thurs. - 7:15 a.m.

Saturday Mass - 4 p.m.

Saturday Confessions - 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Sunday Mass- 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Temple Beth El Worship Services Sunday - Thursday Evening, 7 p.m.

Friday evening, 6 p.m.

Saturday evening, 5 p.m.

Monday-Friday morning, 7 a.m.

Saturday morning, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday and Holiday morning, 8 a.m. Ongoing Monday afternoons - Learning Center (Religious School), 3:15 p.m.

Tuesday afternoons - B’Yachad (Hebrew High School) 6:30 p.m.; Parshat ha Shove study group, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday afternoons - Learning Center (Religious School), 3:15 p.m.; Youth Chorale, 5:15 p.m.

Thursday evenings - Boy Scout Troop #32 meets at 7:30 p.m.

Friday mornings - “Exploring our Prayers” with Rabbi, 7 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Society of Greater Springfield 245 Porter Lake Drive, Springfield, MA 01106 Rev. Georganne Greene, Minister http://www.uuspringfield.orgPhone (413) 736-2324 Handicap accessible.

Sunday - 9 AM First Hour Forum Sunday - 10:30 AM Worship Service, religious education and nursery for children Thursday - 7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal Monthly UNI Coffeehouse Concerts. Check uNicoffeehouse.org United Church of Christ Second Congregational Church 487 Western Avenue, P.O. Box 814, Westfield, MA 01086 http://www.secondchurchwestfield.org E-mail: office@secondchurchwestfield.org Office hours: Tuesday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Closed Monday.

Rev. Kimberly Murphy, Pastor Phone - (413) 568-7557 Sunday - 10 a.m., Worship Service and Sunday School for preschool through high school.

Sunday evening - Youth Program.

Westfield Alliance Church 297 Russell Road, Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. Jordan Greeley, Pastor Phone - (413) 568-3572 Sunday - 9:30 a.m. - Bible Life a.m. for all ages, nursery care provided; 11 a.m. - Worship and the Word; 6 p.m - evening service.

Word of Grace Church of Pioneer Valley 848 North Road, Route 202 Westfield, MA 01085 (413) 572-3054 Email:office@wordgrace.us http://www.wordgrace.us Chet Marshall, Senior Pastor Sunday Morning Service: 10 a.m.

Sunday evening, 6 p.m.

Wednesday evening, 7 p.m.

Westfield Evangelical Free Church 568 Southwick Road, Westfield, MA 01085 Rev. David K. Young, Pastor Phone - (413) 562-1504 Sunday – 10 a.m. - Morning Worship, childcare available; 8:45 a.m. - Sunday School.

Wednesday - 7 p.m. - Bible Study.

Friday - 6:30 p.m. Awana Children’s Program.

West Springfield Church of Christ 61 Upper Church Street, West Springfield, MA 01089 Phone - (413) 736-1006 Sunday - 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Worship Service; 9:30 a.m. - Bible Study.

Wednesday - 7 p.m., Bible Study.

Wyben Union Church An Interdenominational Church 678 Montgomery Road, Westfield, MA 01085 Phone - (413) 568-6473 Rev. David L. Cooper, Pastor Sunday Worship and Sunday School at 10 a.m.

Summer Worship at 9:30am Nursery Available Bible Studies in both Church and in Members’ homes. wybenunionchurch.com

Henrietta’s Thrift Shop – Open; 7:00 PM - Voice Choir ; T.O.P.S. 7 PM; December 11, THURSDAY – 6:30 PM MidWeek Service; 7:00 PM All Church Committee; December 12, FRIDAY – 9:00 AM -1:00 PM Henrietta’s Thrift Shop – Open; 6:00 PM, O.A.; 7:00 PM, A.A.; December 13SATURDAY: Thrift Store open 9 AM – 1PM; 5 PM – 8 PM, O.A. Banquet.

UCC Second Congregational offers annual Christmas Concert WESTFIELD — UCC Second Congregational will be holding their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 14, 2014 at 3:00 pm. In addition to our choir, the Smith College Handbell Choir and Westfield State University’s Trumpet Ensemble will be participating. We will also have a congregational carol sing and refreshments will be served following the concert.

The program is sponsored in part by the WSU Foundation, Interfaith Center. The church is located at 487 Western Avenue in Westfield.

Glorious Night WESTFIELD — What a “Glorious Night” Christmas cantata will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 6 PM at Westfield Evangelical Free Church. You will hear uplifting and inspiring Christmas songs by adult and children’s choirs, along with a variety of creative elements that will allow you to see Christmas through new eyes. The church is located at 568 Southwick Rd. in Westfield, MA. Admission is free.

Mom Connection meeting at Westfield Evangelical Free Church WESTFIELD — The Mom Connection is excited to announce their upcoming meeting on December 9, 2014.

Join us as we prepare for Christmas with snacks, coffee/ tea and lots of giveaways. We meet at Westfield Evangelical Free Church (568 Southwick Road; Westfield, MA) from 9:15 am - 11:15 am.

Our speaker this month will be speaking on the spirit of Christmas and each mom will be able to make a craft to take home.

Our CORI checked childcare volunteers will be on hand to offer FREE childcare for our littlest ones.

We invite all moms with children from birth through 6th grade to join us. This is a great opportunity to be among other moms that understand the triumphs and struggles that moms face on a daily basis.

We are here to encourage one another and to enjoy making new friendships- knowing that our children are well cared for right down the hall.

There is no cost to visit us, and we ask for a $15 registration and $3/month if you decide to join us.

We meet monthly September - May on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. We look forward to meeting you! www.themomconnection.org

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Wilbraham United Church Holly Fair: Unique Gifts, Raffle Prizes, Homemade Cookies WILBRAHAM — More than 80 New England artists and crafters will fill three floors at Wilbraham United Church and draw more than 1,200 visitors to the annual Holly Fair on Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 500 Main St., Wilbraham. Admission and parking are free. Shoppers, with maps in hand, will be able to move quickly to the vendors they want, or stroll leisurely through the fair, stopping often to choose gifts for all those on their shopping lists. There will be many items to choose from, including jewelry, handmade soaps and cosmetics, photography, furniture, food, art, ceramics, metal work, wood work, soy wax candles, and wearable items ranging from knitted sweaters to hand painted silk scarves and ties.

Each vendor will also be raffling one item. Shoppers who purchase tickets for the Holly Fair’s 50/50 raffle will receive, for free, the same number of tickets for the vendors’ raffles. In addition, this year there is a special raffle for Isabelle, the American Girl Doll of 2014. The Piecemakers, a charity quilting group at the church, donated the doll and 10 handmade outfits - including a raincoat, pajamas and a robe, and a knitted sweater and hat. The doll and wardrobe are valued at $400.

Tickets for Isabelle are $5 each or $20 for six and can be purchased before the fair at the church office. They can also be purchased at the fair before the 2 p.m. drawing.

Those who love homemade cookies will have the chance to do the Cookie Walk and fill a box (or many boxes) from a bountiful selection of Christmas cookies displayed on a row of tables 24 feet in length. Every year, more than 5,000 homemade cookies are sold in a matter of hours.

To add to the festivities, musicians will be playing on stage in the main hall of the church, and carolers will be wandering through the crowds, singing. The Holly Café will be open for shoppers who want to sit down, listen to the live music and grab a bite to eat.

Chanukah Party WESTFIELD — Congregation Ahavas Achim will have its Chanukah Party on Sunday, December 21, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at the Second Congregational Church, 487 Western Avenue, adjacent to Westfield State University, Westfield.

There will be latkes, songs, storytelling, and a potluck dairy dinner.

Rabbi Joyce Galaski will lead the prayers and songs.

Please bring your friends and family to enjoy this Chanukah celebration and bring your Menorah and candles for a community lighting of the holiday candles.

Also, please bring a nonperishable item to be donated to the Westfield Open Pantry.

The cost is $5.00 for individuals and $10.00 for families. Please RSVP to Shelley at 569-1402 or whelley1@ comcast.net.

The Catholic Women’s Club of Agawam meeting Tues., Dec. 8 AGAWAM — The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and be held in the parish center on St. John Eveganglist Church properity. In lieu of a gift exchange this year, members are asked to bring a food store gift card, ie. Stop and Shop, Geislers, Big-Y ... which will be given to Mary for distribution. A special Christmas program performed by Ritchie Mitnick and singer Ethel Lee, will round out the evenings event.

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DECEMBER EDITION: LEGALIZING MARIJUANA Legalizing Marijuana is a topic that has been thrown into the spotlight in recent years. The conversation about it has shifted from decriminalization to medicinal use, and now, to legalization. Some states like Colorado are already pioneering it. But is it the best avenue for the United States? If anyone who is high school aged is interested in writing, please have them email the Student Coordinator, Devon Kurtz, at wnstudentthinktank@gmail.com.

Devon Kurtz 11th Grade Westfield High School Marijuana is a vice and a plague. However, like tobacco and alcohol, it is a part of society whether it is right or wrong.

Keeping marijuana illegal is a failed tactic, as it is clear from its ever increasing prominence in American schools, never mind the rise in society overall.

Marijuana is not “good”, and in a perfect society, it would not be a part of it. But we do not live in a perfect society, and because of this, in order to eliminate it, we have to embrace it. Legalization will increase its use; that much is obvious. There will be repercussions throughout society just like there is from every other legalized drug. But the tactic that the government and the moral people of this country must employ is death through taxation. Give society the freedom to smoke marijuana. Let people enjoy it, and let an economy be built off of it, just like the alcohol and tobacco industry, and allow the benefits of the legalization of marijuana take hold. But then, over the course of twenty or thirty years, tax it to death. This tactic works, and although it may never be able to be purged from society, it can be limited. The crime from the sale and trade of marijuana will decline, and it will be replaced by corporations that will create a new job market. The overcrowded prisons will begin to clear out as less people are arrested for the large scale trade of marijuana. It will be my generation who is faced with all the negative effects and repercussions, but it is the future that is most important. Marijuana is already running rampant in the younger generation, so if legalization will increase use in the short term, but decrease in the long term, then it must be legalized. Once it is taken off the streets, the only way to obtain it will be through legal means. This will force teenagers to rely on either people willing to buy it for them, or corrupt sales people, as they now rely on for tobacco and alcohol. If the grandchildren of my generation can have only one out of five teenagers smoke marijuana instead of the current two out of five, then the short term repercussions are worth it. If legalization can eventually be taxed to the point where its overall use declines, just as tobacco has, then it is worth it. Let money do what law enforcement cannot.

Billy Cordes 11th Grade Suffield Academy Like every topic our group chooses to write about, the subject can be supported from both sides and have strong beliefs/oppositions on the issue. The legalization of marijuana certainly goes along with this. When breaking down the topic to its most basic form, it basically comes to whether the revenue from the extreme taxes is worth the effects on the morals of society. Currently, the state of Colorado has collected a bit over 25 million dollars from the taxation of marijuana. It is projected to hit 65 million at the end of June 2015. That is a lot of revenue going to the state just from taxing this drug. When it is legalized, everyone has freedom to harm their bodies from this drug. When someone is smoking marijuana, they are prone to make irrational decisions during that time, possibly hurting those around them. However, this free will to damage their bodies happens in many other forms such as overeating and alcohol. Obesity and abusage of alcohol kills millions a year, but the government does not regulate how much citizens consume. Like alcohol, an extreme consumption or usage is usually a gateway to other more hard substances. There is a growing heroine crisis, where in most cases probably arose from marijuana.

Marijuana is not an addictive drug in some cases, but it usually leads to ones that are. Also, one of the largest impacts that the legalization of this drug will have on society is that it will send a message to the children that the use of this drug and others are acceptable. The best way to improve public health is to reduce marijuana usage. Even with medical marijuana. Yes it may relieve you of temporary pain but is it worth what the drug is actually doing to your brain?

THINK TANK As part of our mission to provide readers with varying thoughts on key topics, we reached out to local students in our area to create this column we call the Student Think Tank. Each month local students from our area will share with you their thoughts on a wide variety of topics. If you are a student, or know one, who would like to be involved please e-mail patrickberry@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com Adam Lajeunesse 11th Grade Westfield High School The legalization of marijuana continues to be a growing issue in the United States. Although only four states have legalized marijuana for recreational use, a survey conducted in February of 2014 said that 54% of the population is for legalizing the substance. My point of view, why not? Legalizing marijuana is not going to make people who have never done it want to try it. Although there are many cons, the pros override them. In general, it would boost the economy. It would bring an enormous amount of tax revenue for states; it is estimated that Washington State will collect an additional $500 million in tax revenues from marijuana. It would also make marijuana cost less.

Marijuana users could see a substantial drop in the price, thus freeing up money in their pockets which they could spend elsewhere. The government would also save a vast amount of money in prison costs. They wouldn’t have to incarcerate people for marijuana possession or use: creating money they can spend somewhere else. Inmates incarcerated for marijuana related charges costs the U.S. about $1 billion annually: yes, that is a b. Forbes conducted a study that found that taxpayers pay $41.8 billion annually to enforce the marijuana prohibition law. Our money could be going to much better places. Economist Stephen Easton from Bloomberg Businessweek estimated in 2010 that marijuana could be a $100 billion industry. This industry would also create thousands of jobs for American citizens. In my mind, everything makes sense. Whether it is legal or illegal, the same people are still going to be smoking marijuana. There will most likely be an increase in the population that engages in this activity; however, I do not believe the number would be significant enough to make an impact on anything. States would collect more money, the government would collect more money, and more money would be in people’s pockets. A strong economy is essential to this country’s success. We have an opportunity to strengthen the economy in a multiple number of ways; why not seize this opportunity and act upon it?

Ryan Prenosil 10th Grade Westfield High School Marijuana legalization is a very heated topic among people all across the United Sates.

Massachusetts has already decriminalized pot; meaning you won’t be jailed for obtaining less than an ounce and will only be charged with a fine that you technically are not obligated to pay. With that said about half of the U.S. is for the legalization of marijuana, which leaves us with two questions, is it worth it and what are the benefits?

For one, legalizing marijuana will increase taxes which ensues a large flow of money into the state. This will mean the money gained can be put towards schooling and other necessary government-funded improvements.

If the gain from taxes on pot is anywhere near that of cigarettes, then profit will be immense. The legalization of marijuana will also destroy illegal distribution of the drug by cartels and gangs. If the cartels and gangs lose their clients to legal distributors than their threat to society will also dissolve. Cannabis has also been found have several health benefits. Research shows that patients treated with cannabis have reduced effects of illnesses such as glaucoma, and even showed stunted cancer tumor growth. All the same, users will continue to use this drug, whether it being legal or not.

Ben Jury 11th Grade Westfield High School In recent years the legalization of recreational marijuana in Massachusetts has become an increasingly debated topic, and this legalization now seems imminent.

However, it is unlikely that legalization will make any significant differences in the number of the illicit drug’s users, because anyone who wants to obtain the drug can with relative ease; moreover, regardless of whether or not marijuana is legal it will be used. For that reason marijuana should legalized as it will not only create a great amount of revenue from the taxes but will also dissipate the use of the illegal market; however, there will still be those who buy through the illegal market the legalization will still make it an unviable system. This was made clear by the prohibition of alcohol in the 1920’s because once the prohibition was lifted the illegal demand for alcohol vanished. Also, while some may

claim that legalization have many negative societal impacts Colorado and Washington have proven that legal marijuana use has caused practically no changes in each state. Ultimately, the legalization of marijuana will have a positive influence as it would generate a great amount of tax revenue and essentially eliminate the illegal market for marijuana.

Alex Gearing 11th Grade Westfield High School Marijuana, or how we kids call it Weed, is not as controversial a subject as people believe. While older generations strongly oppose it due to stereotypes and how long it has been illegal through their lives, many younger generations and even middle aged demographics support it for a number of reasons. I really have no opinion on the matter it has good uses and bad. I believe wholeheartedly that Medical Marijuana is a positive use for the narcotic, it is all natural, less addictive, and safer than standard pain killers and Opiates like Oxycontin and Morphine based pain killers in the same drug family as Heroin. Recreational wise I fail to see the potential positive except from taxes that fund schools and especially around Westfield roads.

I’m not very educated in this but if the drug has a lower chance to cause cancer, and is not addictive like people are so fond of saying then I can see its potential as a ‘Healthier’ alternative to smoking Cigarettes and drinking alcohol. Also, looking to the future, if Marijuana becomes universally legal in the US it may be able to lower the rate of hard drug users and crime due to illegal drug movement and sales.

James Sabatino 11th Grade Wilbraham & Monson Academy Throughout history society has always had its questionable substances, in with that inevitably comes the question if those substances should be regulated or not. When discussing the idea of legalizing marijuana for recreational use, many arguments come to play, most of which are ethically motivated. Personally, I have no interest in the substance.

In my opinion, marijuana, drinking, and tobacco are a waste of time and money. Currently, marijuana is one of the most booming illegal substances in America.

Discussion of legalizing it for not only medical use, but recreational use as well, is becoming increasingly possible. Ethically, it may seem wrong in the eyes of many individuals to legalize this substance. However, by legalizing it, our country can regulate it, tax it, and assign laws to it, similar to the laws associated with alcohol. If legalized, our country can regulate it similar to the regulation of tobacco, and make driving restraints while under the influence of it similar to those of alcohol. Some parties make the claim that by legalizing marijuana our country is showing “weakness” by not fighting this drug, and simply “taking the easy way out.” However, one theory to weigh is, should we be a country with a significant problem with the illegal trafficking of marijuana, or a country that is regulating it, ensuring the safety of consumers, and more importantly, taking money from drug cartels?

If the US was to legalize it, they would also be attacking the drug lords who are profiting off of it now. Rather than looking at this situation as giving up on the fight against marijuana, one should view it as the perfect way to spite drug dealers. If the US was to legalize it, there would be no use in purchasing the substance from an illegal vendor. In a recent Washington Post article, it was estimated that by legalizing marijuana, Mexican drug lords would lose an estimated $1.4 billion. The US has nothing to lose by legalizing marijuana. Yes, it may seem ethically wrong to do so, however, our country already allows the sale of alcohol and tobacco, which is just as detrimental, if not more, to one’s health. The US would strongly benefit economically from the legal marijuana industry. Not only would we be taking money from Mexican drug lords, but creating an entirely new industry in America. If marijuana was legalized, there would be a mass influx of industrial growth to the US economy, creating an influx of long term jobs, that will in return stimulate economic growth. In conclusion, why not legalize the substance? Currently, millions of dollars are spent in combating it. The US would gain billions of dollars by legalizing it, drug cartels would suffer, and jobs would be created.

REMINDER: If anyone who is high school aged is interested in writing, please have them email the Student Coordinator, Devon Kurtz, at wnstudentthinktank@gmail.com.

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Cathedral’s Brittany Kowalski (68), of Westfield skates against Austin Prep last season. Cathedral goalie Lexi Levere and defenseman Mackenzie Pelletier (13) protect the net against (Submitted photo) Auburn during the 2013-14 regular season. (Submitted photo)

Olympic-sized rise

By Chris Putz Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Move over Kacey Bellamy. There’s a young group of Westfield female hockey players attempting to give you – a two-time Olympic silver medalist – a run for your money.

Westfield’s Madison and Mackenzie Pelletier, Brittany Kowalski, Lexi Levere, and Katie Neilsen recently qualified for the USA Girls National ice hockey tournament in Lansing, Mich., in March, fueling the New England Junior Falcons Under-16 team’s run in the Massachusetts state tournament, where they finished second on Thanksgiving weekend at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro.

These five individuals – four of whom currently attend Westfield High School – were instrumental in their team’s success. They will be called upon to carry an even bigger load for the Cathedral Panthers high school girls’ ice hockey team this season. (Neilsen attends Westminster School in Simsbury, Conn.

She will not play for Cathedral.)

“Many of these girls looked up to Kacey Bellamy in years’ past,” said Cathedral High assistant coach David Pelletier, also a Westfield resident. “It has transcended the sport of women’s hockey, and it just so happens to be in our backyard.”

Pelletier said the success of Bellamy and Team USA’s historic run over the past two Winter Olympics has led to an unprecedented rise in numbers at the youth level, and that the potential for future players and teams is nearly limit- Madison Pelletier, of Westfield, protects the puck for Cathedral during a 2013-14 regular season game. (Submitted photo) less.

As far as the current crop of local high school girls’ hockey players is concerned, Levere, a junior goalie, sophomore defensemen Mackenzie Pelletier and Kowalski, and sophomore forward/center Madison Pelletier, figure to play a prominent role in Cathedral’s success this season.

“We are very young again,” coach Pelletier said. “The majority of our players are freshmen and sophomores. (The Pelletier sisters, Kowalski, and Levere) will carry our workload on offense and defense.”

“Our goal is to make the playoffs,” he said. “Our plan is to get one or two more wins.”

Cathedral finished third in the league last season, and missed the playoffs by just one game. The schedule is even harder this time around, coach Pelletier said.

It is the second year of a two-year cooperative venture between Westfield, Cathedral, and Longmeadow high schools for the girls’ ice hockey program. Coach Pelletier said the agreement is likely to be extended beyond the 2014-15 season with interest locally at an all-time high.

The Westfield-Cathedral-Longmeadow contingent will open play December 13 against Auburn at Cyr Arena in the Forest Park area of Springfield at 4 p.m.

Another highlight from the Panthers’ schedule includes a premier showdown against top-ranked Shrewsbury January 2 at Amelia Park Ice Arena at 6 p.m.

The Westfield contingent of the Junior Falcons stand together. (Submitted photo)

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES THURSDAY Dec. 11

FRIDAY Dec. 12

SATURDAY Dec. 13

MONDAY Dec. 15

TUESDAY Dec. 16

WEDNESDAY Dec. 17

WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY at Longmeadow, Olympia, West Springfield, 6:30 p.m.

BOYS’/GIRLS’ INDOOR TRACK vs. Longmeadow, Holyoke, Smith College, Northampton, 3:45 p.m.

BOYS’/GIRLS’ SWIMMING vs.

Easthampton, 4 p.m.

JV GIRLS’ HOOPS vs. Central, 5:30 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS vs. Central, 7 p.m.

WRESTLING at Mount Hope Tournament, Somerset Berkley Regional HS, 10 a.m.

HOCKEY vs. Minnechaug, Amelia Park, 6 p.m.

JV BOYS’ HOOPS at Agawam, 5:30 p.m.

BOYS’ HOOPS at Agawam, 7 p.m.

WRESTLING vs. Dean Tech, 7 p.m.

BOYS’/GIRLS’ SWIMMING at Palmer, 4 p.m.

JV GIRLS’ HOOPS vs. Amherst, 5:30 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS vs. Amherst, 7 p.m.

SOUTHWICK-TOLLAND-GRANVILLE REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ HOOPS at Pioneer Valley Regional, 7:30 p.m.

JV BOYS’ HOOPS vs. Ware, 5:30 p.m.

BOYS’ HOOPS vs. Ware, 7 p.m.

WRESTLING vs. Franklin Tech, 7 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS vs.

Dean Tech, 7 p.m.

GATEWAY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL JV GIRLS’ HOOPS at Smith Academy, 5:30 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS at Smith Academy, 6 p.m.

SAINT MARY HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY vs. Taconic, Amelia Park, 8 p.m.

HOCKEY at Chicopee, Fitzpatrick Ice Arena, 3:30 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS at Holyoke Catholic, Elms College, 5:30 p.m.

GIRLS’ HOOPS vs. Franklin Tech, Westfield Middle School North, 5:30 p.m.

HOCKEY vs. Turners Falls, 8 p.m.

HOCKEY vs. Chicopee, Amelia Park, 8 p.m.

WESTFIELD VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL JV BOYS’ HOOPS vs. Hampden Charter School of Science, 5:30 p.m.

BOYS’ HOOPS vs. Hampden Charter School of Science, 7 p.m.

WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY SCHEDULES 2014-2015 Westfield State University Women’s Basketball Schedule

2014-2015 Westfield State University Women’s Swimming & Diving Schedule DAY DATE OPPONENT Dec. 6 Saturday

Little East Conference Championships @UMass Dartmouth

11:00 1:00

Saturday

Dec. 13

at Plymouth State

Sunday

Jan. 18

at Western New England

Saturday

Jan. 24

SAINT JOSEPH, CT

Saturday

Jan. 31

TIME

12:00 1:00

at Western Connecticut

Friday Feb. 13 Feb. 14 Saturday Feb. 15 Sunday

12:00 New England Championships New England Championships New England Championships University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI

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TIME

Saturday

Dec. 6

PLYMOUTH STATE

5:35

Wednesday

Dec. 10

STONEHILL COLLEGE

7:35

Wednesday Saturday

Jan. 7 Jan. 10

BECKER COLLEGE at Framingham State

7:35 2:40

Tuesday Thursday

Jan. 13 Jan. 15

SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE at Salem State

Thursday Saturday

Jan. 22 Jan. 24

FITCHBURG STATE UMASS DARTMOUTH

Saturday

Jan. 31

at Plymouth State

Thursday Saturday

Feb. 5 Feb. 7

FRAMINGHAM STATE SALEM STATE

7:35 5:35

Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 10 Feb. 14

at Worcester State at Fitchburg State

8:00 5:30

Thursday Saturday

Feb. 19 Feb. 21

at UMass Dartmouth WORCESTER STATE

7:30

Tuesday

Feb. 24

at Plymouth State

Saturday Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 28 March 3 March 7

7:35 7:00 7:35 5:35 6:00

5:35 6:00 MASCAC Quarterfinals MASCAC Semifinals MASCAC Championship

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Place

Dec. 6 Springfield College Invitational Springfield Saturday Dec. 13 Northeastern University Invitational Reggie Lewis Ctr., Boston Saturday Jan. 17 Coast Guard Invitational New London, CT Saturday Jan. 24 Springfield College Invitational Springfield Saturday Jan. 31 Wesleyan Invitational Middletown, CT Saturday Feb. 7 Dartmouth College Indoor Classic Hanover, NH Saturday Feb. 14 MASCAC/Alliance Championships Providence, RI Saturday Feb. 20-21 New England Division III Finals Springfield (M); Smith (W) Fri.-Sat. Feb. 27-28 All New England Championships Boston University Fri.-Sat March 6-7 ECAC Division III Championships Armory, New York City Fri.-Sat March 13-14 NCAA Division III Championships Winston-Salem, NC Fri.-Sat. @Winston-Salem State University

DAY DATE OPPONENT

Saturday Dec. 6 at Rivier University Tuesday Thursday

Dec. 9 Dec. 11

Monday Dec. 29

Dec. 30 Tuesday

TIME 1:00

SMITH COLLEGE at UMass Boston

7:00 5:30 Westfield State Holiday Tournament

RPI vs. Westfield State Southern Maine vs. WPI

5:00 7:00 Westfield State Holiday Tournament

Consolation Game Championship Game

1:00 3:00

Friday

Jan. 2

at University of Saint Joseph, CT

5:30

Monday Thursday Saturday

Jan. 5 Jan. 8 Jan. 10

EASTERN CONNECTICUT at Framingham State BRIDGEWATER STATE

5:30 6:00 1:00

Saturday

Jan. 17

SALEM STATE

1:00

Tuesday Saturday

Jan. 20 Jan. 24

at Worcester State (@ Nichols College) at MCLA

6:00 1:00

Tuesday Saturday

Jan. 27 Jan. 31

FITCHBURG STATE FRAMINGHAM STATE

5:30 1:00

Tuesday Thursday

Feb. 3 Feb. 5

at Bridgewater State WESTERN NEW ENGLAND

5:30 5:30

Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 10 Feb. 14

at Salem State WORCESTER STATE

5:30 1:00

Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 17 Feb. 21

MCLA at Fitchburg State

5:30 1:00

Tuesday Thursday Saturday

Feb. 24 Feb. 26 Feb. 28

MASCAC Quarterfinals MASCAS Semifinals MASCAC Championship

TBA TBA TBA

2014-2015 Westfield State University Men’s Basketball Schedule DAY DATE OPPONENT

TIME

Wednesday

Dec. 10

at Springfield

7:00

Tuesday Thursday Saturday

Jan. 6 Jan. 8 Jan. 10

at Regis at Framingham BRIDGEWATER STATE

6:00 8:00 3:00

Saturday

Jan. 17

SALEM STATE

3:00

Tuesday Saturday

Jan. 20 Jan. 24

at Worcester State (@ Nichols College) at MCLA

Tuesday Thursday Saturday

Jan. 27 Jan. 29 Jan. 31

FITCHBURG STATE at Elms FRAMINGHAM STATE

Tuesday Thursday

Feb. 3 Feb. 5

at Bridgewater State WESTERN CONNECTICUT

Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 10 Feb. 14

at Salem State WORCESTER STATE

7:30 3:00

Tuesday Saturday

Feb. 17 Feb. 21

MCLA at Fitchburg State

7:30 3:00

Tuesday Thursday Saturday

Feb. 24 Feb. 26 Feb. 28

MASCAC Quarterfinals MASCAC Semi-finals MASCAC Championship

TBA TBA TBA

8:00 3:00 7:30 7:00 3:00 7:30 7:30

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Saturday’s Games Ottawa at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m.

St. Louis at N.Y. Islanders, 1 p.m.

Philadelphia at Los Angeles, 4 p.m.

Vancouver at Toronto, 7 p.m.

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

Columbus at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m.

Buffalo at Florida, 7 p.m.

Washington at New Jersey, 7 p.m.

Saturday’s Games Philadelphia at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

Golden State at Chicago, 8 p.m.

Phoenix at Houston, 8 p.m.

Minnesota at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m.

Orlando at Sacramento, 10 p.m.

New Orleans at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m.

Chicago at Nashville, 7 p.m.

Montreal at Dallas, 7 p.m.

Boston at Arizona, 8 p.m.

San Jose at Calgary, 10 p.m.

Sunday’s Games Anaheim at Winnipeg, 3 p.m.

Detroit at Carolina, 5 p.m.

Vancouver at Ottawa, 7 p.m.

San Jose at Edmonton, 9 p.m.

Sunday’s Games Washington at Boston, 1 p.m.

Denver at Atlanta, 3:30 p.m.

Miami at Memphis, 6 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Milwaukee at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.

Portland at New York, 7:30 p.m.

New Orleans at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m.

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Ward Burton as banquet host? Nope.

Jay Mohr? Who would be your choice to host the NASCAR banquet?

GODSPEAK: I would have given Jay Leno a shot. Leno likes cars, has played Vegas plenty of times and he’s got some free time these days.

KEN’S CALL: Ward Burton, assuming Sterling Marlin is busy. The closed-captioning would be great entertainment with either one of those racin’ throwbacks.

Could any place other than Las Vegas be the best host city for a banquet?

GODSPEAK: Back to New York City, I say. It was always fun to see Richard Petty walking through Manhattan in his boots and cowboy hat.

KEN’S CALL: Maybe the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte — except it’s been a while since the staffers handled a big crowd.

(Sorry.)

On the track, which team needs to pick up the pace during the offseason?

The Daytona 500 may start the season, but it’s fifth in this year’s roundup of the top five races of 2014.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. held off a hungry pack of wolves in the last two laps to win the rain-delayed Daytona 500 on Feb. 23 at Daytona International Speedway.

“Unbelievable,” shouted Earnhardt into his twoway radio. “I can’t believe this — better than the first one!”

The first one was in 2004, driving the No. 8 Dale Earnhardt Inc. Chevrolet for his stepmother, Teresa Earnhardt. He was 29 years old, and it came three years after losing his father, Dale Earnhardt, at the track.

Junior was more excited about his second win than his first because his 2014 victory practically guaranteed him a spot in the playoffs.

“Trust me, we’re going to have a blast this year,” the 39-year-old driver said.

An estimated 120,000 spectators watched the start of the race, and about 90,000 returned after a rain delay of six hours, 21 minutes and 40 seconds.

The race started at 1:30 p.m. and ended at 11:17 p.m.

Earnhardt, who had just two Cup wins since joining Hendrick Motorsports in 2008, started the two-lap shootout with teammates Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon behind him.

Earnhardt, who led six times for 54 laps, credited Gordon for the push to the front that allowed him to hold off second-place finisher Denny Hamlin, who lost radio contact with his spotter after the

Godwin Kelly is the Daytona Beach News-Journal’s motorsports editor and has covered NASCAR for 30 years. Reach him at godwin.kelly@news-jrnl.com

rain delay, and Brad Keselowski, who was trying to earn team owner Roger Penske his second 500 victory.

“Winning this race is the greatest feeling you can feel in this sport,” Earnhardt said. “I never knew if I’d get that chance again.

“We got a little help from Jeff on the (final) restart. This doesn’t happen twice, let alone once.”

Hamlin was one of the favorites coming into the Speedweeks finale after winning the Sprint Unlimited and a Budweiser Duel qualifying race.

“There’s a lot to be disappointed about, a lot to be happy about,” Hamlin said.

The competition was tight, so tight it ignited three big wrecks and six caution periods covering 38 laps. While there were lots of sparks and twisted sheet metal, nobody got hurt.

Keselowski had one of the best-handling cars in the 43-car field, and he was hawkish from the start. He forced his way into the conversation in the final 20 laps.

As the field rolled to the final green flag, the 30-year-old driver felt he was in position to win.

“We came up a little short in our car,” the 2012 Cup champ said.

Gordon wound up fourth, followed by Johnson, the 2013 Daytona 500 winner and series champion.

Hendrick Motorsports had three cars among the top-five finishers as Earnhardt averaged 145.290 mph for the 500-mile adventure. He was one of 18 drivers who swapped the lead 42 times.

News-Journal file photo

Junior was smiling early and often in 2014, starting after his win in the Daytona 500.

GODSPEAK: Joe Gibbs Racing needs an extreme makeover. Calling Ty Pennington!

KEN’S CALL: All of them, but particularly that Roush gang. It’d also help if Stewart-Haas’ No. 10 car found some speed.

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Ryan Blaney might be a rookie class of one in 2015.

Any chance for NASCAR news during banquet week?

Not likely. Unlike baseball’s annual winter meetings, this gathering isn’t designed with headlines in mind. It’s more celebration and reflection — with the obligatory mix of baked chicken and green beans, only not how your grandma made ’em. New-age NASCAR demands a more high-end affair, which always reminds us of Lewis Grizzard’s old line about fancy dinner engagements: “They cook the tomatoes but DON’T cook the green beans?”

Speaking of which, any new faces on the horizon for 2015?

In the good ol’ days — say, eight to 10 years ago — the Cup Series would likely be clearing seats for up-andcomers like Darrell Wallace Jr. and Chase Elliott. Even a year ago, we got a modern-day “influx” with two new faces — Austin Dillon and Kyle Larson.

But for 2015 it’s looking like the only new guy will be Ryan Blaney, and that’s only for the Wood Brothers and their part-time ride. Well, there’s also a new old guy — Sam Hornish Jr. — who’s not actually “old” but has some mileage.

After losing a Cup ride and returning to the minors, he seems deserving of the second shot he’s getting, this time at Richard Petty Motorsports.

Ken Willis has been covering NASCAR for The Daytona Beach NewsJournal for 27 years. Reach him at ken.willis@news-jrnl.com

WHAT’S ON TAP? The 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule with event date, race track and broadcast information: FEB. 14: Daytona International Speedway (Sprint Unlimited), FOX, MRN, SiriusXM FEB. 15: Daytona International Speedway (Daytona 500 Qualifying), FOX, MRN, SiriusXM FEB. 19: Daytona International Speedway (Duels), FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM FEB. 22: Daytona International Speedway (Daytona 500), FOX, MRN, SiriusXM MARCH 1: Atlanta Motor Speedway, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM MARCH 8: Las Vegas Motor Speedway, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM MARCH 15: Phoenix International Raceway, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM MARCH 22: Auto Club Speedway, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM MARCH 29: Martinsville Speedway, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM APRIL 11: Texas Motor Speedway, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM APRIL 19: Bristol Motor Speedway, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM APRIL 25: Richmond International Raceway, FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM MAY 3: Talladega Superspeedway, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM MAY 9: Kansas Speedway, FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM MAY 16: Charlotte Motor Speedway (NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race), FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM MAY 24: Charlotte Motor Speedway, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM MAY 31: Dover International Speedway, FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM JUNE 7: Pocono Raceway, FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM JUNE 14: Michigan In-

ternational Speedway, FOX Sports 1, MRN, SiriusXM JUNE 28: Sonoma Raceway, FOX Sports 1, PRN, SiriusXM JULY 5: Daytona International Speedway, NBC, MRN, SiriusXM JULY 11: Kentucky Speedway, NBCSN, PRN, SiriusXM JULY 19: New Hampshire Motor Speedway, NBCSN, PRN, SiriusXM JULY 26: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, NBCSN, IMS, SiriusXM AUG. 2: Pocono Raceway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM AUG. 9: Watkins Glen International, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM AUG. 16: Michigan International Speedway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM AUG. 22: Bristol Motor Speedway, NBCSN, PRN, SiriusXM SEPT. 6: Darlington Raceway, NBC, MRN, SiriusXM SEPT. 12: Richmond International Raceway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM SEPT. 20: Chicagoland Speedway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM SEPT. 27: New Hampshire Motor Speedway, NBCSN, PRN, SiriusXM OCT. 4: Dover International Speedway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM OCT. 10: Charlotte Motor Speedway, NBC, PRN, SiriusXM OCT. 18: Kansas Speedway, NBC, MRN, SiriusXM OCT. 25: Talladega Superspeedway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM NOV. 1: Martinsville Speedway, NBCSN, MRN, SiriusXM NOV. 8: Texas Motor Speedway, NBC, PRN, SiriusXM NOV. 15: Phoenix International Raceway, NBC, MRN, SiriusXM NOV. 22: HomesteadMiami Speedway, NBC, MRN, SiriusXM

NASCAR NEWS & NOTES

What happens in Vegas …

The slogan is as recognizable as any: What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. But NASCAR will make an exception Friday when it gives audiences a front-row seat as Jay Mohr, Lady Antebellum, Aloe Blacc and Lennon and Maisy take the stage at the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards show from the Wynn Las Vegas live on FOX Sports 1.

This year, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards will honor 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Kevin Harvick, as well as celebrate the other Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Challengers. FOX Sports 1 will provide coverage starting at 9 p.m. ET. Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio will begin coverage at 8 p.m.

Mohr will serve as the host for the second consecutive year. The actor, comedian, radio host and best-selling author has one of the most expansive backgrounds in show business. After landing his dream job at “Saturday Night Live” and launching his career

in film alongside Tom Cruise in “Jerry Maguire,” Mohr appeared in approximately 200 network television episodes and more than 25 feature films.

Additionally, his national radio show, “Jay Mohr Sports,” is syndicated in more than 155 markets across the U.S. With a career in entertainment that spans more than three decades, NASCAR says Mohr has become an artist who knows no limits, making him the perfect person to help celebrate the sport’s most prominent drivers.

KAHNE EXTENDS

Hendrick Motorsports and Kasey Kahne agreed to a three-year contract extension that will keep the driver with the No. 5 Chevy SS team through the end of the 2018 Sprint Cup season.

“It’s extremely gratifying to work with a driver like Kasey,” car owner Rick Hendrick said. “I think the world of him both as a driver with championshiplevel talent and an overall terrific young man. Our whole organization has a great deal of respect for how hard he

works, the professionalism he displays with our partners and the way he carries himself every day. We’re committed to winning races and competing for titles with him for many years to come.”

Kahne, 34, originally signed with Hendrick Motorsports in April 2010 and officially joined the team’s four-car stable for the 2012 season. In the past three years (2012-14), he ranks among the top-10 drivers in Sprint Cup wins (five), pole positions (four), top-five finishes (26) and laps led (1,177). The Enumclaw, Washington, native has 17 career wins in NASCAR’s top division.

“I’ve found a home at Hendrick Motorsports,” said Kahne, who since 2012 has earned at least one victory each season in securing three consecutive Chase berths. “We have incredible people and partners supporting us, and I couldn’t be more excited about the direction we’re headed as a team and a company. It’s the right place for me, and I’m looking forward to being here for a long time.”

Associated Press/J PAT CARTER

Kevin Harvick likely will be more composed this week in Las Vegas, but this would be his jackpot look, just in case.

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Annie’s Mailbox

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar

Dream date ...

Dear Annie: You gave great advice to “Too Small,” the teenage boy who is worried that his short stature means he will never have a girlfriend.

I recommend he check his hygiene, making sure it’s impeccable. He also should make sure his clothes are neat, clean and pressed and learn some communication skills so he’s an excellent conversationalist and a great listener. I’d suggest he develop some varied interests and make education a priority. It’s personally appealing and something you do for yourself that no one can take away from you. Self-confidence is extremely sexy! Last but not least, he should learn to dance. Yes, really!

Girls of all ages love to dance. The guy who can dance is the hit of every gathering. The grumps are sitting on the sidelines.

Ultimately, a well-rounded person is a woman’s dream date. -B. Dear B.: We were surprised by the number of readers who suggested he learn to dance as a way to be irresistible to women. Read on for more encouragement: From New York: My older son has been short all of his life, but has excelled in everything he has done. Today, at 32, he is 5-foot-4, married with three boys, a youth minister and full of life. What you do with your life is more important than your stature.

Florida: My son was born prematurely and had many health issues growing up. But he saw a growth spurt at age 27, raising his height by several inches. He is well educated and successful.

We are ALL different in some way.

Redondo Beach, Calif.: Suggest that he Google one of the most famous Marines in our history: Lt. General Victor Krulak. Though 5-foot-4 and 116 pounds, Krulak’s nickname was “Brute.” He fought in WWII, Korea and Vietnam and was one of the most decorated Marines in the history of the Corps.

I knew a Marine with a chest full of medals. His name was Bill, and he was about 5-foot-6. I’m 6-foot, but when I stood near Col. Bill, I felt like he was 7 feet tall.

Chicago: I tower over my boyfriend of two years. He’s 4-foot-9. I am 5-foot-7. I love him both for who he is and because of his height. It may take a while to find them, but there absolutely are women who dig short men.

Louisville, Ky.: His parents should take him to an endocrinologist immediately. His small stature may be the result of a lack of growth hormone. Salem, Ore.: As a short man, my teen years were no fun. I wanted girlfriends who were pretty and popular. Fortunately, my parents encouraged me to use my mind and creative talents and not worry about my size. Even if they seemed to last forever, the teen years turned out to be a blink of an eye. I hope this boy’s parents understand his anxieties and can help him find a mentor who can direct him toward a path where physical size does not matter. The world is a big place with lots of opportunities. As a bonus, you are never asked to clean the top of the refrigerator.

Los Angeles: I am a 15-year-old sophomore girl in high school. I am 4-foot-11. My mother is 5-foot-1, as is my older brother. My classmates tower over me. I would like to have a boyfriend. Please don’t give up. Your girl is out there somewhere.

Texas: Your list of celebrities missed one. I invite you to look up a Texan by the name of Audie Murphy. You will find he had a very distinguished career. He was the most decorated soldier in WWII and went on to have a film career. His small stature didn’t seem to hold him back at all.

Florida: If he makes a lot of money, his height won’t matter.

Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@comcast.net, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

HINTS FROM HELOISE SNAKES IN THE GARDEN Dear Heloise: My mother-in-law found a few garden snakes in her small garden. She moved into a townhome, but she must have her garden to stay busy and happy. What should she do? -- Hannah in Texas Most folks don’t care for snakes, especially if you are tending a garden or a flower bed. I live in the “semicountry” in San Antonio, and we do have some of the slithering critters around. Several have found their way into our home through the years. I was NOT happy!

Many times, snakes find warmth in and around houses during the winter. Sometimes they are out sunning themselves, but oh how I wish they would do that in someone else’s yard!

First, seal all cracks between the house and patio, foundation and basement windows, if you have them. Snakes like to hang out in tall grass, overgrown shrubs, piles of wood, etc., so DON’T stack wood against the house or outbuilding, and keep it off the ground, if possible. Don’t give them a place to make a home. Don’t leave pet food out, which brings mice, which in turn brings snakes looking for a meal.

Live and let live, I say, but don’t come into my house uninvited! -- Heloise

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014: This year you often wonder whether you can handle all the responsibilities that have been placed on you. Stay centered, and make sure you take good care of yourself. Eat well, see the doctor and get enough sleep. You will be busy in your waking hours. If you are single, you will meet someone vibrant whom you find to be most appealing. The attraction will be intense. If you are attached, the two of you learn to agree more and accept your differences. You also will see some of the passion from your past emerge. Plan a special trip that you both want to take. GEMINI can challenge you without meaning to.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Listen to others’ plans and see if you are inspired to join anyone.

You could be just as happy curling up with a great book, or going out for a late brunch with a loved one. You have a lot of news to catch up on. Don’t forget your holiday cards! Tonight: Be present in the moment.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH Your more possessive side is likely to emerge when doing some holiday shopping or making plans with friends. You could feel stressed out by gift-buying and just getting into the holiday spirit. A friend might have a helpful suggestion. Tonight: Allow others to treat.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH Your charming personality allows you to get past others’ barriers.

You will discover that many people want time with you. Trying to squeeze everyone in might be challenging, but you’ll be able to pull it off. Your upbeat personality serves you well. Tonight: Bask in your popularity.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HH Pull back some. You’ll need some personal time by yourself. You could feel pulled in different directions when deciding what you want to do for a loved one. As a result, you could decide to head out and do some holiday shopping. Tonight: Not to be found.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Reach out to a friend and see what he or she is up to. You might decide to join this person, as he or she seems to be full of adventure. Juggle different concerns without making a decision about what is more important.

Tonight: The more people, the merrier.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You could be invited to join a loved one or family member who likely wants to show you off. You might feel awkward and somewhat resistant to being part of this experience. Do it for the other person, but have a discussion about it later. Tonight: A must appearance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Break away from your normal patterns with the holiday festivities.

Figure out what you would like to do, and know that excitement will be packed into every activity. Convincing someone else to go along with these plans will take skill. Tonight: Hang the mistletoe.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH A partner will take on a bigger role in making plans than he or she typically does. Make it your pleasure to stand back and go along with his or her decisions. You might like this change of pace for the moment. Use care with financial agreements. Tonight: Be spontaneous.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You’ll make it your pleasure to allow others to take the lead. As a result, you could have some free time to dedicate to whatever you choose. Be sure that you are on the same page as others when making plans. Tonight: Go for a spontaneous happening.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Be willing to express what you want from someone. Don’t hedge; just ask. Even if this person says that he or she can’t do what you ask, it doesn’t mean that you’re being rejected -- it just means that he or she can’t do it right now. Go with the flow. Tonight: Go to a holiday concert.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH You can’t seem to calm down your high energy, which could delight the people around you. Your laughter and optimism seem to be contagious. Whatever you do, you’ll do it 100 percent. Tonight: Love the company you’re with, and be in the moment.

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Tonight: Invite friends over for a casual evening.

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NFL begins final quarter with key games

By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer The Dolphins displayed a serious weakness for all the football-viewing nation to see in prime time against the Jets.

Now, the Baltimore Ravens get a chance to perhaps replicate Denver’s 201 yards rushing two weeks ago. Or New York’s 277 yards rushing last Monday night — but not repeat the final score, which went in Miami’s favor.

Baltimore’s trip to South Florida on Sunday is one of many intriguing matchups as the NFL schedule hits the final quarter with 26 teams still owning playoff hopes.

Both are 7-5 and probably should be thinking wild card rather than division title.

The Ravens probably should be thinking run, run, run. Yet their primary ball carrier, Justin Forsett, isn’t carrying any such mindset.

“I don’t want to fall into the trap of thinking this thing is going to be easy and we’re going to be able to run all day,” says Forsett, who has rushed for 1,009 yards and seven touchdowns in a breakthrough season. “I know that they’re a physical bunch, they’re athletic and they’ve got a lot of playmakers over there. I’m anticipating a tough game.

“Every team is different. I’m sure with the Jets and the other teams they played, they weren’t expecting certain things. Us, we’ve got to be balanced.”

But the Ravens’ strength is the running game, and how Forsett fares easily could decide this one.

“We are certainly going to have our hands full stopping their run game,” Miami coach Joe Philbin says. “I think we have to tackle better. ...

You have to get guys to the ground.

“Again, they are going to gain some yards.

This is a good team, Baltimore. It’s a good running (team) and a good offensive line. At the end of the day, to play good run defense you have to tackle.”

Week 14 began with Dallas (9-4) dropping Chicago to 5-8 with a 41-28 victory. League rushing leader DeMarco Murray ran all over the Bears with 179 yards as the Cowboys improved to 6-0

on the road. Tony Romo threw for three scores.

Atlanta visits Green Bay on Monday night.

Seattle (8-4) at Philadelphia (9-3) The Seahawks have rediscovered the swaggering defense that led them to the NFL title last season, allowing a total of six points the past two weeks. They are ranked at the top again for stinginess, and also have the No. 1 rushing offense.

Into the Linc they go, where the Eagles have won 10 in a row in the regular season.

Philadelphia’s balanced offense and improving defense will offer a terrific test for the defending champions.

New England (9-3) at San Diego (8-4) Even after their loss at Green Bay, from which they immediately flew to California rather than back to chilly New England, the Patriots own the AFC’s top seed. This is their biggest remaining challenge to keeping it.

The Chargers have won three straight, but quarterback Philip Rivers is 1-5 as a starter against the Patriots.

Juicy matchup has two premier tight ends, Patriots’ Rob Gronkowski and Chargers’ Antonio Gates.

Atlanta (5-7) at Green Bay (9-3), Monday night A rarity: These teams are meeting on Monday night for the first time since Atlanta’s 28-21 win on Nov. 22, 1971 — the second year of Monday night games.

Not so rare: Green Bay winning at home with a prime-time offense and opportunistic defense.

Aaron Rodgers has thrown an NFL-record 360 straight passes at Lambeau Field without an interception. The Packers also have converted 15 turnovers into touchdowns, tied for first with Houston with 96 points off takeaways.

Indianapolis (8-4) at Cleveland (7-5) The Colts will become the first team to secure a playoff spot with a win and a Texans loss, which hands Indianapolis the AFC South title.

Indy has the league’s top offense overall, led by Andrew Luck coming off five-TD game. Luck leads the league with 4,011 yards passing.

With the Browns still in playoff contention, they are sticking with starting QB Brian Hoyer

despite his recent slump. Don’t be surprised if rookie Johnny Manziel comes off the bench if Hoyer struggles.

Houston (6-6) at Jacksonville (2-10) Houston comes off its best game of the season and one of the top offensive performances in franchise history, with 45 points and 457 yards.

Ryan Fitzpatrick set a franchise record with six TD passes last week and always fares well against Jacksonville.

The Jags got two defensive TDs in last week’s win over the Giants, a franchise first.

Buffalo (7-5) at Denver (9-3) Denver is the other team playing with a playoff-clinching scenario, albeit not a division crown. It’s complicated, but Denver clinches a playoff spot with a win and losses by Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Kansas City and a Houston loss or tie. Peyton Manning and the Broncos also get in with a victory and win, losses by Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and San Diego; a Houston loss or tie; and a Kansas City tie.

Both quarterbacks need to be alert for sackmasters. Buffalo DE Mario Williams has 12 sacks and DT Marcell Dareus has 10. Denver LB Von Miller has 11 1-2 sacks and DE DeMarcus Ware has 10. The Bills lead NFL with 48 sacks and have a sack in 25 straight games.

Kansas City (7-5) at Arizona (9-3) What’s happened with the Cardinals’ expanding injury list is a shame, because it has removed much of the glow from their season, replacing it with murky questions. They could be playing backups in seven positions, including, of course, quarterback Drew Stanton, who has struggled lately. At least he figures to get back star receiver Larry Fitzgerald from a bruised knee.

Pittsburgh (7-5) at Cincinnati (8-3-1) These teams meet twice more in the ultracompetitive AFC North, and if either should sweep, it would have an excellent shot at winning the division where, for now, no one is worse than 7-5.

Pittsburgh, coming off a distressing home loss to struggling New Orleans, surely has the offensive firepower to challenge Cincinnati, which barely edged Tampa Bay last week. Ben Roethlisberger is 15-6 vs. Cincinnati, including a

playoff victory in 2005, with 27 TDs and 20 INTs. Le’Veon Bell is second in the NFL with 1,689 yards from scrimmage and has consecutive games with 200 yards from scrimmage, a franchise first. Antonio Brown leads the NFL with 96 receptions, had 1,258 yards and 11 TDs. Carolina (3-8-1) at New Orleans (5-7) Hard to imagine, but the Saints lost all three games on a recent homestand, then went to Pittsburgh and romped. New Orleans can put away Carolina, loser of six in a row, in the NFC South, and has the weapons to do it. Star TE Jimmy Graham has seven TDs in his past six games against the Panthers, with at least one TD in each of those games.

Tampa Bay (2-10) at Detroit (8-4) Detroit can’t afford to stumble here as it pursues Green Bay in the NFC North, and also a wild-card berth should it not catch the Packers. A staunch run defense, stingiest in the league, faces a weak rushing attack, although Tampa Bay has RB Doug Martin back.

San Francisco (7-5) at Oakland (1-11) A short trip across the bay to play the worst team in the league. Not a bad assignment for the up-and-down 49ers. Hopefully, they can find their way: This is only the second meeting between the teams in Oakland since 1979.

St. Louis (5-7) at Washington (3-9) St. Louis has not won consecutive games this year, but come off a 52-0 demolition of Oakland.

A loss would clinch an 11th consecutive nonwinning season for the Rams.

New York Jets (2-10) at Minnesota (5-7) The clamor for getting rid of coach Rex Ryan and GM John Idzik grows in New York, where Ryan called his team’s record “a joke.” Well, yeah.

New York Giants (3-9) at Tennessee (2-10) The clamor for getting rid of coach Tom Coughlin and GM Jerry Reese is growing for the other New York team. Apparently two Super Bowl titles in the past seven years no longer count for much for Coughlin, at 68 the league’s oldest coach. He deserves a more graceful exit, but the Giants’ injury-ravaged roster already was low on talent, so a turnaround is unlikely.

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polyurethane. Free estimates.  (413)569-3066.          cLEanInG GUTTEr            GET YOUR GUTTERS  F C L E A  N E D BE O R E T HE  FREEZE! We clean, flush and

brick repair, crown seals and repairs. We also do stainless steel  liner installs, as well as stainless rain caps. We sweep all   provided.  check for leaks. Call Matt for flues.

Free estimates       Call: 413-330-2186 free estimate. 413-777-8381

         COMPLETE CHIMNEY  CLEANING  Repairs, rebuilds, stainless steel

          RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED,   Antennas     REPAIRED. removed,      chimneys repaired and chimney  liners. FALL SPECIAL: $90 caps installed. Roof leaks re      Cleaning.

413-237-2110   paired, vent areas sealed. Sr.   citizen discount.

Insured. Free   estimates.

H.I. Johnson Ser (413)596-8859 before H E N T N  I C K  C H I  M N E Y vices.   SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and 9p.m.     rebuilds.

Stainless steel caps       and liner  systems. Inspections,     masonry work and gutter clean-  HaULInG     ing. Free estimates. Insured.     Quality work from a business      PHIL'S DUMP RUNS/DEyou can trust. (413)848-0100, #1       MOLITION. Removal of any (800)793-3706.    in cellars, attics, etc... Also   items removal and small demoli        brush dryWaLL (sheds, decks, one  fences,         tion car garages).

Fully insured.          estimates.

Phil (413)525T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete Free      (413)265-6380. professional drywall at amateur 2892,  prices. ceilings are tops!   Our      Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free        estimates.   HoME  IMProvEMEnT                   ELEcTrIcIan       DELREO HOME IMPROVE    MENT for  all your exterior home   needs Roofing, A L E K S A N D R D U D U K A L improvement     siding, windows, decks and gutResidential, ELECTRICAL       ters.   Call for free quote.

ExtensCommercial, Industrial. Li-      references, fully licensed & c e n s e d a n d i n s u r e d . L i c . ive  s u r e d i n M A. & CT. #11902.

Service and emer- i n  gency calls. Call (413)519-8875. www.delreohomeimprovement.c    o m C a l l G a r y D e l c a m p alexdudukal@yahoo.com 4 1 3 ) 5 6 9-3733.   (         JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC. Senior          discount.

No job small! In- DAVE   too DAVIDSON Bathroom &      sured, free estimates. 40 years KITCHEN  Remodeling. "GET      experience.

Lic. #16303. Call      IT RIGHT  THIS TIME" Com      (413)330-3682.  plete Bath Renovations. MA. Li #072233, MA. Registra cense     POEHLMAN ELECTRIC. All  Free   types of wiring. estimates,   SPECIALIZING     insured.

IN P ORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. Gutter deicing cables installed. I answer all calls! Prompt service, best prices. Lic. #A-16886.

(413)562-5816.

tion #144831. CT. HIC.    serving    #0609568 Now CT. In   sured.

Quality Work on Time on  Budget Since 1984. 569-9973.   www.davedavidsonremodeling.       com BRUNO ANTICO BUILDING Remodeling. Kitchens, additions, decks, rec rooms, more.

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

Call Bruno, (413)562-9561.

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            Accepting RESIDENTIAL & ACCURATE LAWNCARE, Fall PAUL MAYNARD CONSTRUC  COMMERCIAL customers for   Cleanup, leaf/brush removal, TION. All your carpentry         snowplowing.

Call for pricing.   trimming, mulch, gutter cleaning. needs.

(413)386-4606.

Did your       413-250-0352.         windows fail  with the cold weath- Call (413)579-1639.  er?

Don't wait another year! Call      RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL Paul for replacement windows.   20 years experience. 4 Trucks.

Many new features available.

Fully Insured. Shoveling, Snow    ALL CALLS RETURNED Windows are built in CT. All win-         blowing, Plowing.

Reasonable  Complete Fall Clean-ups and      dows installed by Paul, owner of      Rates.

Professional Services. curb-side leaf & brush pick-ups.           Paul Maynard Construction. My  Call: 413-530-4820 Free estimates. Please ask for       name is on my work.      Mel. 413-579-1407       SNOWPLOWING:      Western Avenue area (West   HydraULIc rEPaIrs field).

Reasonable depend   and    K'S LANDSCAPING able. All returned phone calls           Time forFall    Clean-ups!   promptly! Please call John GOT HYDRAULICS?  Leaf, bushes, tree work. Gutter 413-297-9099 Macfabrications - Industrial and         cleaning. Tractor & backhoe  equipment hydraulic system  service, decorative & structural  Specializing in repair. John Deere antique   retaining walls. Storm clean-ups.

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