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By DAN MORIARTY Staff Writer WESTFIELD – City officials contacted the Department of Revenue Friday morning to determine if the City Council has the authority to cut the tax levy, action that the council took Thursday night to reduce the tax rate increase for all classes of property to under 1 percent. Mayor Daniel M. Knapik said Friday morning that City Auditor Deborah Strycharz and Solicitor Susan Phillips spoke with DOR attorneys to determine of that action is legal. “They asked the DOR to research the legality of the council’s action,” Knapik said. “We expect a confirmatory opinion from the DOR early next week.” City Council President Brian Sullivan said that he is also awaiting that opinion. “Depending on that opinion, I don’t think any votes will be needed because we did vote to approve a shift factor of 1.63 and we did vote to use $1.245,368 from the stabilization account to balance the budget based on the mayor’s recommendation for a 2 percent tax levy increase,” Sullivan said. The council voted to use stabilization to cover a $940,000 shortfall in the budget and to use the remaining money to lower the tax increase which would be 3.4 percent if the DOR determines that the tax levy cut is illegal. Sullivan said the budget was about $450,000 in the red when it was approved in June. That shortfall was further increased because excise tax revenue, projected at $800,000 based upon a 10-year average, fell below the projection. New growth revenue also came in below the current fiscal year budget. Typically the budget is balanced by appropriation of either free cash, projected at $2.8 million this year, or by the use of stabilization funds, a practice opposed by the council’s Finance Committee. The city’s free cash account, money remaining in the previous fiscal year budget, has yet to be certified by the DOR and cannot be used until the state agency certified that the are no debts yet to be paid in the prior fiscal year. Knapik, in his request to use the stabilization to balance the 2014 fiscal year
Southwick Town Clerk Michelle L. Hill displays a set of documents and a compact disc that someone ordered, which town employees spent 10 hours to compile as part of the Request for Information process. (Photo by Frederick Gore)
Information request policy updated
By PETER FRANCIS Staff Writer RUSSELL - A recent survey distributed to residents of the hilltowns of western Hampden County has uncovered that a vast majority of residents hold similar opinions on domestic violence. What makes these widely held opinions unsettling is that they also cast doubt that their neighbors feel the same way. The survey concluded that 96 percent of the 326 respondents agreed that “it is possible to abuse someone without using physical violence” However, only 66 percent of those surveyed believe other hilltown residents would agree with that statement. They also are in widespread agreement, 85 percent of hilltown residents, that “abuse is never the fault of the person being abused”, yet only 54 percent thought their neighbors would agree. So marks the beginning of a two year public information campaign being put out by the Southern Hilltown Domestic Violence Taskforce, which
By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Staff Writer SOUTHWICK – Town Clerk Michelle Hill has updated the town’s policy for requesting information. Hill told the Board of Selectmen last week that the policy is in line with state laws. Hill said she has outlined seven steps for those requesting information from the Town Clerk. “It is in accordance with state law CMR-32,” said Hill. “I took that and summed it up to put together the steps.” Hill said she was prompted to update the policy – which includes fees for more labor-intensive requests – because of the high volume of requests processed by Hill’s office. Hill said a simple request, such as a copy of an audio file of a meeting, is a $5 charge for the CD. If requested information is readily available and takes just a few minutes to produce, there is no charge. It is the more involved search and segregation requests that Hill said bog down staff and takes them away from their normal duties. “We’ve been receiving requests that are very detailed and take hours, often involving different departments and legal counsel,” she said. Hill said one such request was recently made by one person, and another person came to pick up the packet of information but was not prepared to pay for it. Hill said she had to refuse handing over the files until the person who requested it came in with payment. Moving forward, said Hill, she will give an estimated cost and payment must be made before the work is done.
is aimed at educating and enlightening residents on the prevention of domestic violence and abuse. Monica Moran of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission is working with local residents, the State Police, and a coalition of area support organizations to put forth a planned two-year public outreach and education campaign. “We started in early 2013, and distributed the surveys from April to August,” said Moran. “We then analyzed the data this fall. We want to make sure that residents know where to get help if they’re worried about someone. You don’t have to be an expert. You can be a bridge.” The taskforce, which currently has fifteen members, ten of whom are active, meets on the second Thursday of each month. Chief among their concerns are the certain aspects that make rural life conducive to domestic violence. “The nearest police station is in Russell, which if you live in Worthington, is about a 45-minute See Hilltowns, Page 6
Dickens of a Day house tour returns WESTFIELD – Back by popular demand, Westfield on Weekends will present the sixth Dickens of A Day Historic House Tour this Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., beginning at the First Congregational Church at 18 Broad Street. Participants will be invited to enjoy holiday decorations, music, costumed characters and special treats as they take part in a selfguided tour of seven historic stops in downtown Westfield, representing four centuries of architecture. Tickets and booklets containing a map and description of the seven stops will be available at the First Congregational Church where participants can tour the historic church, at which Reverend Taylor,
the “Poet Laureate of Colonial America” preached. The church’s Candy Cane Boutique will be open for holiday shopping. As they set out, tour goers will go back in time through the centuries – from the Dewey House (ca. 1735) where folks in period costume and the Cratchit family will offer a special historical tour, to a beautiful Federal Period Cape on West Silver Street, the front of which was recently restored by its owners. The late 1800s are represented by a beautiful Queen Anne style home on Day Avenue (c1890) where Mrs. Claus will greet everyone. See Dickens, Page 6
See Policy Updated, Page 6
See Council Action, Page 7
Domus gets big loan for ‘Our House’ By PETER FRANCIS Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation (CEDAC) announced this week that it has awarded more than $1.7 million in loans intended for development and preservation of affordable housing around the Commonwealth. The project includes $740,000 for organizations who are planning new developments, including Boston’s Asian Community Development Corporation, Inc.; Lowell’s Coalition for a Better Acre; Worcester Community Housing Resources, Inc.; Springfield’s HAP, Inc.; Pittsfield’s Berkshire Housing Development Corporation (BHDC); and Westfield’s DOMUS, Inc. CEDAC awarded Domus, Inc.,
the largest chunk of the funding, totaling $273,294. DOMUS, Inc. of School Street received its CEDAC loan for $189,644 to finance its “Our House” project. The funds will enable the organization to purchase and begin renovations to a vacant two-story historic city building that Executive Director Ann Lentini hopes will
provide housing for homeless teens in the city. Lentini says that at any one time up to 30 high school age youths in the city are homeless, which is a number that is far too high for her liking. “It’s a good start,” said Lentini of the CEDAC loan. “(Our House) will provide a stable environment for students with live-in staff. Students will have individual apartments, not unlike our Meadows apartments.” The organization received an additional $83,650 in funding for technical and pre-development services, including consultants, architects, and surveyors. “‘Our House’ will include a living space, a computer area where students can hook devices up, and a laundry facility, as well as a confer-
ence room where students can visit counselors,” Lentini said. She also added that residents of the facility will be able to live in “Our House” for several years after graduation. “The state sets the age limits between 17 and 25,” Lentini said. “Most will go on to proceed to school and jobs before that, though.” House rules and regulations will be put in place and enforced by the live-in “Our House” staff, as will security systems that Lentini oversees herself. “Nobody wants it to feel like an open environment,” she said. “Everyone wants to feel secure.” DOMUS has also partnered with Westfield’s Carson Center for Human Services, an affiliate of the Valley Human Services, to “provide
the residents with psychiatric counseling and other mental health support.” “Homelessness among teens is a high agenda statewide,” said Lentini. “The state has seen that we have done a high quality job with housing people with disabilities, as well as the low to medium income homeless. They know we do a good job of building and overseeing. But this is the first time Westfield has applied for (funding) for this population (homeless teens).” “Thanks to the hard work of organizations like the BHDC, DOMUS, and HAP, Inc, we are seeing significant increases in the number of units throughout estern Massachusetts, as well as projects that offer additional See Domus, Page 6
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City on-street Snow Parking Ban WESTFIELD — A reminder to motorists that the city of Westfield has a snowstorm on-street parking ban ordinance during plowable snowstorms. • The ordinance states that it is unlawful for the driver of any vehicle to park such vehicle on any city street from the beginning of a snow storm until after the storm ceases, and the plowing has been completed on the streets, unless such period is extended by order of the mayor or superintendent of public works or their designee. • To assist motorists with compliance of the city’s snowstorm parking ban ordinance, a parking ban will be ordered. Motorists must obey the order and not park on the streets until it is lifted, or until the storm ceases and the plowing has been completed on the street in question, otherwise they will be subject to towing, and a parking violation. • When a snowstorm is anticipated to begin during the night, motorists who park their vehicles overnight on the street should move their vehicles off the street prior to retiring for the night. • Compliance with the city’s snow parking ban order will permit city streets to be efficiently plowed, and prevent motorists from receiving parking violations. • Motorists may call the following offices for confirmation of an on-street parking ban order: Police Dept. – 413-562-5411 – ext 8 Public Works – 413-572-6267 Parking Clerk – 413-572-6202 – press 2
HOLYOKE Regional Community Girl Scout troops are offered monthly in Holyoke. Community troops offer a flexible way for girls to participate in Girl Scouts and are open to all girls looking for a troop experience. Meetings take place once per month from November May from 10 am to noon at the Girl Scout’s service center, 301 Kelly Way, Holyoke. No RSVP is necessary. A girl can join one month or all six. The registration fee is $25 for all. The dates are: December 21, 10-noon January 18, 10-noon February 15, 10-noon March 22, 10-noon May 17, 10-noon Traditional Girl Scout activities are offered including earning badges by exploring the outdoors, creating an artistic masterpiece, running a cookie business, helping in your community and making new friends.
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A Southwick Department of Public Works driver clears Powder Mill Road after a winter snow storm that hit the area early this year. (File photo by Frederick Gore)
• Announcement of an on-street parking ban is reported by the following: • Local cable access channel 15 •TV stations WWLP 22, WGGB 40 and CBS 3 • Local radio stations, WMAS, WHYN, WNNZ.
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Couple accidentally gets bag of cash at drive-thru NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A suburban Nashville couple got more than they expected in their to-go order in a McDonald’s drive-thru: A bag of cold cash. W T V F - T V reports (http://huff. to/18okWFS) thousands of dollars in cash packaged for a bank deposit had been placed in a paper to-go bag near the drive-thru orders on Tuesday morning. An employee mistakenly passed the bag to Greg and Stacye Terry who had just been looking for breakfast. The employee realized the mistake almost immediately and followed the Terrys to their home a short distance away. Meanwhile, the couple was ready for breakfast.
“My husband opened the bag and discovered the money inside,” Stacye Terry said. “He said, ‘You are not going to believe this.’ Sure enough, it was their bank deposit money. “The second that he said it was their deposit, my first thing was let’s get in the truck and take it back.” They said they had a good laugh and even took photos of the cash before returning it to the employee. They posted a picture to Facebook of the wads of bills in plastic bags with what look like yellow deposit slips. The owner and operator of the McDonald’s, Phil Gray, in a statement thanked the Terrys and said he is looking into how the mistake happened.
THIS WEEK IN WESTFIELD HISTORY
1,000 citizens help the war effort By MACEY A. LAVOIE WSU Intern December 7, 1941: The Japanese Navel Force bombed Pearl Harbor. This attack led to the official entry of America into Word War 2. The attack commenced at 7:48 am Hawaiian time and the following day the United States declared war on Japan. After this attack, a total of 12 ships sank or were capsized and the percentage of American people wishing to stay out of the war virtually disappeared. Franklin D. Roosevelt called it ‘‘a date which will live in infamy.’’ Over 1,000 citizens of Westfield participated in the war. Westfield also aided in manufacturing materials for the war. The Westfield Manufacturing Company, which normally produced bicycles, constructed a staggering figure of 182,543,201 individual materials. Among one of these items was, at the time, ‘’America’s Top secret weapon’’: the Bazooka rocket projectile. This was not known to the public until after the first strike in Japan. Nearly one and a half million of these deadly weapons were produced in the plant. The Westfield Manufacturing was awarded the ArmyNavy production ‘’E’’ flag. The E was an emblem for excellence—excellence in quality, delivery and excellence in the spirit of the workers who made it possible. LIEUTENANT COLONEL The Manufacturing Company was the first company in JAMES DOOLITTLE Westfield to receive the honor on April 29, 1944. These weapons were used in the first air raid on Japan on the morning of April 1, 1942. As an air raid drill was taking place in Tokyo, 16 American B-25 Mitchell fighter planes swooped over the Japanese homeland at tree top level. Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle, a World War 1 veteran, commanded the raid. Preparation for the ‘’Doolittle Raid’’ began on March 1st in Florida, where Aircraft pilots practiced getting a B-25 airborne with a 750-foot runway available. The weapons on these planes were created in the town of Westfield.
A B-25 TAKING OFF FROM HORNET FOR THE RAID
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Westfield Senior Center Closed December 10 The Westfield Senior Center will be closed for lunch and all activities on Tuesday, December 10. The water will be shut off in the building for the day because pipe repairs are necessary. The Brown Bag food distribution program will take place at St. John’s Lutheran Church from 10:30 to 11:30 as usual. Staff will report to work and will be available to answer phones and to assist those older adults who normally pick up their Brown Bag at the Senior Center. Please call 568-6435 if you have any questions.
Whip City Travelers Invade Las Vegas
On November 10-14, 2013, fourteen Whip City Travelers, formerly the Westfield Senior Travel Club, went to Las Vegas, Nevada. These fourteen travelers had the best time sightseeing in the casino city. Some ventured to the Grand Canyon, others to the Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon, and some to Laughlin on the Colorado River. They also took in many shows such as Terry Fator, Rod Stewart, Australian BeeGees and O'. What a wonderful trip, and some did very well on the slot machines. The Whip City Travelers, through the Council on Aging, try to accommodate the wishes of the people of Westfield and surrounding communities for travel and fun. We do day trips to the casino once a month, but we try to add cultural and interesting events where you leave the driving to our competent coach drivers. Check us out on the website cityofwestfield.org. Then scroll to Council on Aging, Voices of Experience, Whip City Travelers. You can come to the Senior Center and pick up a brochure on any trips. Someone is at the travel desk Monday from 11:30 to 1:30 and Friday from 9:00 to Noon. Hope to see you soon!
Southwick announces holiday trash hours By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Staff Writer SOUTHWICK – Department of Public Works Director (DPW) Randy Brown announced holiday hours at the town transfer station during this week’s Board of Selectmen meeting. The expanded hours will accommodate people who need to make extra trips because of the holidays. “We do expect a lot of traffic after the holidays and we want to accommodate residents,” said Brown. Selectman Chairman Russell Fox thanked Brown for the timely notice and new hours. ‘This is good,” said Fox. “In the past we have had a lot of confusion around this.” Brown also offered a list of acceptable items for recycling. During that same meeting, Chief Administrative Officer Karl Stinehart updated the board on a potential savings in the town’s solid waste payment. “We could have a $50,000 savings,” Sinehart said. Brown said the town contracts with Covanta Energy of Agawam and pays about $80 per ton for solid waste removal. An advisory committee consisting of 15 area communities is working on a group purchasing program that could lower the payment to $60-$65 per ton. “This isn’t finalized yet,” said Brown, “but it could save us
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Improving economy defies Washington, for now By BEN WHITE and DARREN SAMUELSOHN Politico.com Washington has tried very hard this year to crush the economy with debt ceiling fights, clumsy budget cuts, a government shutdown and complete legislative gridlock. It does not appear to be working. Nearly every recent report shows an economy picking up at least a little speed heading into 2014: The jobless rate is falling, house prices are rising, the stock market is soaring and overall economic growth just handily beat expectations. Friday’s employment report showed a gain of 203,000 jobs in November and a big drop in the jobless rate to 7 percent, suggesting the economy has shrugged off the most recent Beltway blows. But hold the celebrations for now, many analysts say. The numbers themselves may not be quite as good as they appear. And there are still several ways Washington could make them even worse next year, from more poorly designed spending cuts and bitter fighting over Obamacare to a potentially botched effort by the Federal Reserve to tap the brakes on its unprecedented stimulus efforts. A fresh round of fiscal brinksmanship leading to a shutdown or debt limit scare next year seems unlikely. But it cannot be ruled out. In fact, while most Wall Street economists expect growth to pick up in 2014, they still rate government dysfunction as the leading risk factor. “The economy is improving right now because the headwinds from Washington are getting much smaller,” said Jan Hatzius, chief economist at Goldman Sachs. “If you look at the broad range of indicators there is more good news than bad news. And everyone assumes a deal gets made on the sequester and the budget. But that’s not a certainty, and so Washington remains a risk.” There is also widespread agreement that the current run of good economic data — including Thursday’s surprisingly strong 3.6 percent read on gross domestic product growth — is coming despite Washington’s dismal state. And much of the fallout may in fact show up in the fourth quarter when, according to Obama administration figures, the 16-day shutdown that featured 850,000 furloughed workers will take a quarter point bite out of GDP growth. It’s also easy to overstate the strength of recent data. The big third-quarter GDP number got a hefty boost from companies stocking up on inventory expecting an uptick in demand. That inventory building will not recur in subsequent quarters, meaning even without the shutdown impact, fourth quarter growth is likely be closer to 1 percent than 3 percent. Consumer spending rose just 1.4 percent in the third quarter. The November jobs report, however, was uniformly good news, with the unemployment rate falling to its lowest level in five years because more people found jobs, not because they left the labor force as in some previous months. Total employment measured by the household survey increased by 818,000, the biggest jump in three decades, partially driven by furloughed workers returning to the job after the government shutdown. Still, not everyone is sold on the rosy thesis coming out of Wall Street that 2014 should see significantly stronger growth leading to even faster job creation. “I’m not so sure that 2014 prospects are all that much better than 2013 given that the underlying drivers of growth including consumption, business investment and exports continue to be very weak,” said Catherine L. Mann, professor of economics at Brandeis University. “And there is still going to be an awful lot of noise and partisanship and Washington basically being a burr under the saddle of the economy for all of next year.” One hope for 2014 that underlies much of the Wall Street bullishness is that congressional negotiations led by House Budget Committee Chair Paul Ryan and Senate Budget Committee Chair Patty Murray can make a deal to reduce the immediate impact of the 2014 sequester spending cuts on the economy. POLITICO reported Thursday that they are only a few billion dollars in budgetary savings away from an agreement. Their official deadline is next Friday. Sequestration’s economic hit so far is significant even if it can be hard to illustrate beyond anecdotes. The Congressional Budget Office in July calculated that canceling the second year of the Budget Control Act’s spending cuts would increase real GDP by 0.7 percent and add 900,000 jobs in the third quarter of this year. Steve Bell, a former Senate GOP budget aide, said sequestration’s first year didn’t sting as bad on the economy because many of the spending cuts are expected to hit harder in the second and third year. “The sequester is insidious,” he said. “It’s like a guy has got a tiny cut on his toe and doesn’t pay much attention to it, goes out and plays ball and comes back and it turns into a nastylooking thing. By that time, it’s turned into a severe infection. Now he can still play, but that infection is bit by bit going through his body.” Budget forecasters are somewhat hopeful that even if the official deadline passes, a deal can be struck by Jan. 15, when current funding for the government runs out. If Murray and Ryan are successful, they very well could treat the sequester “infection” that will hit the Pentagon and many other domestic agencies that already slashed their budgets to the bone to survive the last round of cuts. “There’s reason for some real optimism going into next year if lawmakers can reasonably and gracefully fund government and avoid another round of brinkmanship like the fall,” said Mark Zandi of Moody’s Analytics. “If they can avoid doing that kind of damage, then I think the economy is going to improve a lot next year.” But even if Congress agrees to a deal to replace the sequester See Improving, Page 6
BOSTON – Senator Don Humason (R-Westfield) has been named the new Senate Minority Whip by Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). As Minority Whip, Humason will be responsible for coordinating the votes within the Senate Republican Caucus and assisting the Minority Leader in developing policy recommendations for the remainder of the 2013-2014 legislative session, while also working to build coalitions with members across the aisle. Humason succeeds Senator Richard Ross (R-Wrentham), who had served as Minority Whip since January of 2011. Humason was elected to the Massachusetts Senate by the voters of the Second Hampden and Hampshire District in a special election that took place on November 5, 2013. The seat had previously been held by former Senator Michael Knapik (R-Westfield), who resigned in August to accept a position with Westfield State University. Humason had been a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives since 2003 and had previously served as the Director of Legislative Affairs at the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health & Human Services and Knapik’s Chief of Staff in the House and Senate. “Don Humason has proven as a state representative that he can not only effectively and passionately represent the needs of his constituents, but also that he understands the intricacies of policymaking needed to get things done in Boston,” said Tarr. “As the Minority
STATE SENATOR DONALD HUMASON JR. Whip, Don will be an integral part of my leadership team and will work with the members of our Caucus every day to ensure that the Republican Caucus is effectively involved in all matters taken up on Beacon Hill.” “I am honored to be appointed Minority Whip by Senator Tarr,” Humason said. “I appreciate his confidence in my abilities to navigate the legislative process in the Senate and build coalitions wherever possible. I am looking forward to working alongside my Republican colleagues in the Senate and with our Democrat colleagues on the
other side of the aisle as we serve the people of the Commonwealth.” “Although Republicans are outnumbered by Democrats in the Senate, we have no shortage of good ideas for improving the economy and making the state a more affordable place to live,” said Tarr. “Don Humason has garnered tremendous respect from his colleagues for his willingness to work with other people, and I look forward to working closely with him in the months ahead to address the issues that are important to our constituents and to ensure that state government is responsive to the needs of all its citizens.” Humason noted that his hometown, Westfield, is known as the Whip City because of its history as the capital of the buggy whip manufacturing industry. “I can’t think of a more appropriate way to begin my Senate tenure than as the Minority Whip from the Whip City,” he said. The Second Hampden and Hampshire district consists of the cities of Holyoke and Westfield, parts of the city of Chicopee, and the towns of Agawam, Easthampton, Granville, Montgomery, Russell, Southampton, Southwick and Tolland. Humason encourages his constituents to contact him at his Boston office, State House, Room 213A, at 617-722-1415 or his District Office at 64 Noble Street in Westfield at 413-568-1366. His email address is Donald.Humason@ MASenate.gov. His website is DonHumason.org.
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City Council approves $2 million tax reduction On Thursday evening, the City Council voted, following the recommendation of the Finance Committee, to set the tax levy for this fiscal year at $62,571,972. This amount is $2,000,000 less than the maximum amount allowed under Proposition 2 1?2, and will mean that taxes in Westfield will only go up, on average, about 7/10ths of 1 percent. Property taxes for the average residential taxpayer will only increase by $30, and property taxes for the average commercial taxpayer will only increase by $105. In order to do this, the Finance Committee recommended that approximately $950,000 from expected Free Cash (approximately $3 million left over from last year) be allocated to cover shortages in the estimated revenues for this year (FY14), and that $2,000,000 of the Free Cash be given back to taxpayers in the form of a one-time rate reduction. If the City Council did not do this, taxes would have gone up over 3.4 percent on average. Because Free Cash has not been certified by the State Department of Revenue yet, the Council had to do some finagling in order to get the budget to balance so that tax bills could be sent out on time: approximately $1.2 million was temporarily taken from the Stabilization Account, and another $1.8 million or so will have to be temporarily trimmed from another expense line item (to be determined by Mayor and City Council). This line item will be restored, and the Stabilization Fund will be replenished, upon Certification of the Free Cash. In the past I have voted against withdrawals from Stabilization and reductions in the tax rates for very good reasons. I feel that the city is in a weak financial situation, and that the city has HUGE snowballing debts and obligations. We need every penny of taxes, and a lot more, to be able to pay all of the obligations we have. I feel that our Stabilization account is intended to cover emergencies and/or one- time large capital expenses. Others feel differently, and
AT-LARGE CITY COUNCILOR DAVID FLAHERTY feel that these snowballing debts are nothing to worry about, and the Stabilization account should be used for operating expenses. They continue to spend money and commit to labor contracts with unsustainable terms. Back in June when we were preparing to vote on the budget, the Finance Committee spent many many hours studying the budgets and made recommendations to cut about $1.25 million in expenses (about 1.25 percent) in order to balance the budget with what we felt were realistic numbers. This suggestion was met with insults, personal attacks, and threats of massive layoffs and cuts in services. Due to this pressure, the Council voted on a very narrow split vote to accept the Mayor’s budget as presented – even with the Finance Committee unanimously suggesting that the budget was unrealistic. In order to demonstrate my concerns to taxpayers, I spent hours preparing easyto-understand spreadsheets and videos. You can see them online at www.cityofwestfield.com/2014-budget.
Now, less than six months later, when it’s time to set the tax rates, the Mayor came to us with a request for withdraw over $1.2 from Stabilization in order to balance his budget and set the tax rates. To me, this validates the efforts made by the Finance Committee back in June, validates the revenue-side concerns expressed in my videos, and further reinforces my belief that the Mayor and many members of the City Council do not want to make the hard choices necessary to live within our means. There is little effort to address our snowballing long-term debts and obligations, and there is little effort to control the unsustainable growth rates in the cost of labor and benefits. I do not believe that the Free Cash would have been used to reduce our long-term obligations, and do believe it would have been spent on items that exceeded the requested and approved budget expenses. Therefore, instead of leaving Free Cash available for allocation, I agreed that it would be better to return a large portion to taxpayers in the form of a rate reduction. This will force the City administration to live within its budget, and give the taxpayers a much needed break. This break is only temporary. In future years, taxes will have to be raised significantly to pay for all of the services we expect and require from the city, and to pay for all of the obligations that have been deferred. In closing, I’d like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season, and I hope that the New Year will bring you and your family health, wealth, and happiness. Dave Flaherty, Westfield City Councilor Flaherty.Westfield@gmail.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not the staff, editor, or publisher of the Westfield News.
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People, Passion & Purpose – That’s Landmark Life! It’s far too common a theme for seniors. Seniors are increasingly isolated in their homes without meaningful activities or relationships after the passing of a spouse or as children move away or are just too busy in their own life to spend a lot time with their elderly parent. As a result, seniors can easily stop eating well; taking medications, and can become depressed or exhibit signs of anxiety. Even with family involvement or periodic caregiver visits in the home, seniors thrive better in a community environment where a myriad of personal care services and programs are available throughout the day. Residents blossom in an environment that is rich with caring support, fun and engaging activities, and opportunities to get out into the community for luncheons, excursions, or to visit an old friend! Landmark Senior Living Communities has carefully crafted personal care services and enriching activities that
promote well-being, and a sense of purpose. All residents receive an independent package that includes many wonderful amenities such as three meals daily, weekly housekeeping, weekly yoga and strength training classes, happy hour with live entertainment, transportation, concierge services, access to an on-site nurse, and much more. In addition to independent living, Monastery Heights offers assisted living and a special program for those with memory loss. When residents live in the independent living program and then have a need for assisted living, at Monastery Heights, they don’t have to move! A care plan is established for the resident by the wellness team, and the care staff begins services in the resident’s existing apartment. It’s a form of continuing care that makes accepting and receiving care very easy for the resident. As well as maintaining their dignity as services are discreetly added as
needed. The memory care program at Monastery Heights, named MorningStar, is a specially adapted home-like environment with highly trained staff. MorningStar is a proven care model that can delay functional decline, improve quality of life, support dignity, control symptoms and provide comfort at all stages of one’s disease. The staff is highly trained and relates well to and cares soundly for people with memory loss. MorningStar is also rich with holistic health options. Reiki, yoga and aromatherapy are offered to help treat symptoms such as anxiety, pain and depression. In addition, residents who regularly participate in the yoga and strength training classes have seen their balance improve
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Holy Spirit, You who made me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideal. You, who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong done to me and you, who are in all instances of my life with me. I, in this short dialogue want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your perpetual glory. Amen. Thank you for your love towards me and my loved ones. Persons must pray the prayer three consecutive days without asking your wish. After the third day wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Then promise to publish this dialogue as soon as this favor is granted. I will never stop trusting in God and his power. M.J.K.
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Once complete, their new apartment looks and feels much like home. Many families find their loved one improves both physically and emotionally only weeks after moving into Monastery Heights. Residents can use any of the beautifully appointed community rooms, the country kitchen, or one of the numerous living rooms sprinkled throughout the community. The community also boasts a private dining room, salon and spa, and a dining room with original woodwork, vast arching windows, and original historic charm from when the property was a monastery. Monastery Heights is truly a unique property with good ‘ole New England historic charm, modern amenities and the best staff available.
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Obituaries Mary P. Hartdegen WESTFIELD - Mary P. Hartdegen died Wednesday, December 4, 2013, at home surrounded by her children. She had celebrated her 96th birthday on Armistice Day. Mary Payson, the first of two daughters born to Harold Chase and Madeleine Fuller McDowell Greene, was born in New York City but the family moved to Bronxville, in Westchester County, and she grew up there with her sister, Betty, who predeceased her in 1977. Mary Payson was educated at the Westover School and Vassar College and worked in The City at U.S. Rubber (later Uniroyal) prior to her marriage in 1947 to Carl Hartdegen III, a U.S. Naval officer. She lived with her husband near various naval installations until 1956 when he resigned his commission and began a career as an oceanographic acoustical physicist working at a research station operated on a U.S. military base in Bermuda under the aegis of Columbia University. While a guest in Bermuda with her family, Hartdegen worked as a confidential file clerk as needed at the research station and was active in local charitable efforts. She organized the first island-wide Halloween collection on the UNICEF model in the late 1950’s which benefited the Lady Cubitt Compassionate Association and the Committee of 25. She was active in other organized Bermuda charities such as the Pink Ladies and Sterling Stitchers of the Ladies Auxiliary of the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. After 25 years in Bermuda, the research station moved to Florida in 1981 to operate from the Naval Air Station at Cape Canaveral so Mary Payson and her husband bought a beachfront condominium on Cocoa Beach. In Florida she worked as a freelance wordsmith and continued to volunteer her time and energy, delivering Meals on Wheels and working on efforts to keep the beaches clean where she perfected her technique of unobtrusively picking up litter she encountered and carrying it home, both on the beach and later on the streets of her Holland Avenue neighborhood. Hartdegen was widowed in 1991 but stayed in Florida until she moved to Westfield in 1998 to be closer to her children. In Bermuda Mary Payson had sung with The Bermuda Philharmonic Society and she continued her avocation in Florida singing with the Brevard Community Chorus, the BCC Concert Choir and the associated International Cathedral Music Festival Chorus, participating in three of the chorus’s European tours singing in venues such as Canterbury and Salisbury cathedrals in Great Britain and in Italy. In Westfield, Hartdegen continued to sing, participating in the Westfield State College Community Chorale, the Greater Westfield Choral Association, the Church of the Atonement choir and The Friendly Visitors. In Bermuda, Hartdegen worshiped with her family at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, in Florida she was a communicant at St. David’s by the Sea Episcopal Church and she was a member of the Church of the Atonement in Westfield. She is survived by her children; Ann Burden Hartdegen of Chicago, Ill., Carl E. Hartdegen of Westfield and Cynthia Payson Hartdegen and her wife, Kate Deviny, of Westfield; her grandchildren, Raylene M. Demorest of Pleasant Gap, Penn., Zachery H. Naldrett of Tempe, Ariz., and Sophia N. Hartdegen of Windsor, Conn.; her great-grandson Cyrus E. Holt of Pleasant Gap, Penn., her sister-in-law Georgianna Booth of Willington, Conn., grandsons-in-law Matthew and Daniel Schlotte, out-laws Michael Naldrett and Sean Holt and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors at 30 Day Ave. on Saturday, December 7, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lady Cubitt Compassionate Association, P.O. Box HM64, Hamilton, HMAX, Bermuda, the Space Coast Feline Network, P.O. Box 624, Cocoa, FL. 32923 or the Greater Westfield Choral Association, P.O. Box 1968, Westfield. MA. Her remains will be interred at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge at the convenience of the family.
Thomas L. Mulligan WESTFIELD - Thomas L. Mulligan, 57, of Westfield left this world and is now in the arms of God, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2013. Born in Pittsfield, Tommy was a 1976 graduate of Westfield High School. Thomas was a retired truck driver for Delta Bulk Transport of West Springfield. He was a resident of Westfield since 1964. He enjoyed fishing, camping, taking walks, collecting miraculous objects and his cat Bandit. He leaves his partner of 24 years, Lorraine Williams; his brother, James of Westfield and 6 sisters, Dawn Kostoroski of Fitchburg, Patricia Latham of Orient, NY, Terry Mulligan of Edgecomb, ME, Maureen Savage of Belchertown, Colleen Favreau of Westfield, and Kathleen “Babe” Blanch of Westfield, along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Leo and Ursaline (Jurocka) Mulligan. Services will be private. The Robert E Cusack Funeral Home, Westfield, is entrusted with the arrangements.
Policy Updated Continued from Page 1 Hill said it is an hourly rate equivalent to the lowest paid town hall employee, which is an average of $18. Hill said some requests can take 10 hours to compile, which takes 10 hours away from daily tasks. Hill said she does not want anyone to think her office is unwilling to do the work. “It is everyone’s right to request information,” Hill said. “We will do everything we can to get it done and be with the 10-day requirement.” Hill said her staff does not “sit on requests” and strives to meet requests as promptly as possible. The seven-step policy is a guideline for citizens and staff. “When someone makes a request, I need to review it and analyze it to see if it is something easy that we can take care of if the information is available,” Hill said. “For a simple request, we can usually take care of it right away. For a search and segregation request, I will lay out the work and create an invoice so we can receive payment up front.” Hill added she plans to get back to the person making the request “as soon as possible” and hopes this policy will be an easy way for Town Hall to respond to requests effectively.
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Dickens Continued from Page 1 The unassuming family living space on the top two floors of a three-story Victorian (c1890) above the Nook on Franklin Street will offer a special surprise for participants. The expansive two floors of living space retain every feature of this particular style of architecture. Two costumed Spirits of the Season, portrayed by Abby McCarthy and Sarah Collier, will greet participants as they visit. A Free Classical style Victorian on Holland Avenue will represents the 19th century where the old and the new live harmoniously. The Carriage House at the Genesis House situated on the former Crane Estate on Mill Street will also come alive with three large rooms decorated around holiday themes of Victorian Charm, Whimsical Delight, and Outdoor Woodlands. The Pioneer Valley Fiddlers will be among the surprises there, performing from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tour participants will also be invited to shop at Ebenezer Gallery Shop, a holiday pop-up store at Westfield State’s Downtown Art Gallery at 105 Elm Street, while Ezra’s Mercantile at 34 Elm Street will host a festive holiday open house from noon 5 p.m. Miss Sweets at 4 Russell Rd will be open from 11-4. A special open house is sure to please at 70 Maple Street home of Buckboard Antiques. Tickets for the house tour are $15 and all proceeds go to Westfield on Weekends for continued cultural events within the community. For many years the Historic House Tours were a fundraiser for the volunteers of the Historic Society. In their effort to protect “Westfield’s rich historical and architectural heritage” the committee adopted the motto “Preserve the Irreplaceable”. They set a goal to bring a National Historic District designation to our downtown area. After many years Westfield has been given that honor and the Westfield Historic Commission is busy working on celebrating with new signage and all the opportunities that come with the national designation. For a full list of Dickens events visit www.westfieldonweekends.com
Improving Continued from Page 4 — a big open question given that many conservative Republicans view the budget cuts as a signature policy achievement — there will still be some “fiscal drag” coming out of Washington. Congress, for instance, is likely to let emergency unemployment benefits expire next year. Many conservatives view this as good long-term policy to encourage people to seek jobs. But it unquestionably takes money out of the hands of people who would otherwise spend it almost immediately, which reduces short-term growth. And there is also the matter of the Fed, presumably under newly confirmed Chair Janet Yellen, finally beginning to extricate itself from its “quantitative easing” policy of buying trillions in Treasury and other debt each month to keep interest rates low and push investors into stocks and other riskier assets. Yellen will likely be confirmed in December. Interest rates spiked the last time the Fed even hinted at the beginning of the end of this policy, slowing mortgage activity, while stocks sank. But with
more people worried that the stock market is nearing bubble territory — while mainly pumping more money into the pockets of wealthy people — most analysts expect the Yellen Fed to start dialing the purchases back by March (a process known as “tapering”) in the hope that the economy can stand on its own. It will be a risky moment. “It’s a very tricky balancing act,” Hatzius said. “The markets responded very differently to the taper talk in May and June than what the Fed expected. You would think they would be more careful this time. It’s just very difficult to get it right.” Even if the Fed manages to get it right and starts tapering with little impact on stock prices and interest rates and Congress manages to alter the sequester, forecasts for 2014 growth are still mostly in the 2.5 percent to 3 percent range. That’s below the historic average growth rate of around 3.4 percent. Analysts also note that replacing the sequester over the next two years would make a relatively small difference.
“The U.S. economy is a great big $16 trillion thing,” said Barry Anderson, a former senior White House OMB official who made the last big sequester cuts in 1991. “With all that we’re talking about here, we’re still talking about double digit billions.” A much more important advancement, which stands almost no chance of happening during the 2014 mid-term election year, would be an easing of partisan tensions. Best case scenario: There’s no hint of another government shutdown or debt limit fight and at least some progress on economically significant legislation such as corporate tax and immigration reform. “If there was anything that even looked bipartisan that made it seem like D.C. was less out of touch and trying to work toward some kind of solutions you would see an improvement in growth that would build over the year,” Mann said. “It would probably have very large global benefits as well. But I’d probably put about a 10 percent chance on any of that happening.”
Hilltowns Continued from Page 1 ride.” Moran said. “There aren’t shelters in the hilltowns where you can go to get help.” She also added that the lack of transportation hinders the efforts of residents to get away from abusive situations. “There isn’t public transportation there,” she lamented. “If a family only has one car, often times the person being abused isn’t allowed to use it, or their mileage is checked by the abuser.” Regarding the perceptions of residents about the opinions of their fellow hilltowners, Moran believes that the key is to educate folks through this resident-based initiative. “People may be scared to say something or ask,” she said of concerned neighbors and friends who suspect an abusive situation next door. “When misconceptions are corrected, people will stand up.” According to the organization Hilltown Safety at Home, 65 people reported abuse last year, and the organization has received 300 unduplicated reports over the past seven
years, which, for this small slice of the Commonwealth, is a sad reality that can be changed. “It’s a problem all over the United States,” she added. “The statistics say that one in four women will experience abuse in their lifetime. In Massachusetts, 11 percent of high school students reported that they have been hurt on a date.” Moran said that the Bay State experienced 13 domestic violence fatalities in 2012, a departure from the 26 deaths the state has averaged over the last few years. The only way to eradicate domestic violence is to reach residents and impress upon them the need to speak up, according to Moran. “We’re hoping to at least get the conversation started,” said Diane Meehan of the Hilltown Community Health Center, just one of several Hilltown organizations banding together to support the initiative. “Things can be hidden in the hilltowns. People have a tendency to solve their own problems. But it’s in an effort to be a good friend and
neighbor, to support and help people find resources.” Meehan said the taskforce is looking to engage in a public poster campaign featuring local residents, letting hilltowners know that “this is part of these communities, and we’re here to help”. “We’re hoping to provide people with awareness of what’s available,” she said of the group that will assist and serve towns covered by the Gateway School District, including Blandford, Chester, Huntington, Middlefield, Montgomery, Russell, and Worthington. “We’re always open to having people join,” Meehan said. Lieutenant William Scott of the Massachusetts State Police’s Russell Barracks spoke highly of the taskforce and it’s efforts. “The organization has been around for about 15 years,” he said. “They do a great job, and in the past two year or two, (domestic violence) stats in the hilltowns have gone down a bit.” “Whenever we investigate a domestic violence com-
plaint, we have leaflets and business cards at the barracks for the taskforce,” he said. “They provide counseling, safe houses, and even transportation to court for victims, as well as work with students at Gateway Regional High School.” Scott also added that during their monthly meetings, the discussion is about how to get the message out rather than specific cases, in which a memorandum of understanding must be signed before the taskforce can contact individual victims. Perhaps the most positive statistic the Task Force found through it’s survey earlier this year, is that 74 percent of hilltowners know of at least one agency they can go to for help if they or someone they know is being abused. These agencies include Safe Passage (413-586-5066), Hilltown Safety at Home (413-559-8039), Center for Women and Community (413-658-4756) , YWCA New Beginnings (413-6678784), and for people who are abusive, Moving Forward (888-636-9050).
Domus Continued from Page 1 supportive services as with the Our House project,” said Roger Herzog, executive director of the CEDAC. “CEDAC is proud to support these groups, and more specifically these proj-
ects, because of the important role they play in providing families and individuals in need with quality living space.” But to Lentini, the work is far from done.
“In Westfield, we only have 6.7 percent affordable housing… our goal is ten percent.” she said. “And we’re working hand-in-hand with the city to achieve that goal.”
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Council Action budget, stated that he would use free cash after it is certified to replenish the stabilization account. The city council cut the tax levy by an additional $1.7 million, money that would need to be taken out of the current budget. Members said the money could be returned to the budget after free cash is certified. Several council members opposed that levy cut, which was approved by a 9-3 vote, because the entire free cash account would be committed to restoring the stabilization account and the 2014 budget, leaving no funds available for capital investment. The Council on Aging is anticipating a $300,000 appropriation from free cash to complete the design and engineering effort for the new senior center on Noble Street. Construction of that project, expected to begin by the end of summer or early fall, could be impacted by the lack of free cash. The present timeline is that the design will be completed this winter and the project advertised for construction bids in the spring. The City Council will have to then approve a $7 million bond for that work before a contract can be awarded. Any delay of the design and engineering work might throw that timetable out of whack. Free cash is also used for one-time capital purchases and to initiate lease-to-own contracts for heavy equipment used at the Fire, Public
Public Invited to Advent Vespers at Mont Marie HOLYOKE - The public is invited to attend Advent Vespers with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield during the month of December. The services will be held December 8 at 4 p.m., December 15 at 3 p.m. and December 22 at 4 p.m. in the Mont Marie Chapel, located at 34 Lower Westfield Road in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The services will include reflection, readings and music composed by Marty Haugen. All are welcome!
Christmas at GFC GRANVILLE – Saturday, December 7 promises to be a busy, fun-filled day at Granville Federated Church. The day begins with the Granville-Tolland Lions Club Pancake Breakfast and photos with Santa from 7 to 11 a.m. (See related article.) The annual church Christmas Party begins at 4:30 p.m. with crafts for all ages, followed by a short movie. Fellowship continues and a potluck supper starts at 6 p.m. with a Carol Sing from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Rather than the regular breakfast, we will have a special Coffee Hour/Brunch following the Christmas pageant on Sunday, Dec. 15th. The children will perform the pageant in the sanctuary after the worship service. Come and refresh your Christmas spirit and fellowship with new and old friends. The Ladies Aid meets for a Christmas Turkey Dinner and Party at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 18th. The dinner is a planned potluck with ladies signing up for side dishes and desserts to go with the turkey. Please see Carolyn or call 569-0384. A Yankee Swap gift exchange concludes the day. If you wish to participate, bring a gift. You are welcome to skip it if you prefer. We will have the Hat and Mitten Tree throughout the month of December to collect hats and mittens for the children served by the Springfield Council of Churches. Christmas Sunday is Dec. 22nd. On Christmas Eve, Tuesday, Dec. 24th, we celebrate with our traditional Candlelight Service at 7 p.m. A Christmas Carol Sing will be held on the first two Sundays after Christmas during the Morning Worship Service starting at 10 a.m.
Continued from Page 1 Works and Health departments. Free cash is also used for infrastructure improvements not allow under Chapter 90 funding constraints. At-large Councilor David A. Flaherty, a member of the Finance Committee, said in a written communication that the levy cut is intended to give tax relief to residential, commercial, industrial and personal property taxpayers. “We decided to set the levy to $2,000,000 less than the state approved levy limit in order to reduce taxes,”
Flaherty said. “The money will come from free cash once it’s certified. In the meantime, we may have to temporarily cut an expense line item in order to get the budget to balance.” “Once the free cash is certified (in a few weeks), we can restore that line item,” Flaherty said. “(Ward 1) Councilor (Christopher) Keefe suggests that the insurance line item for the last couple months of the year may be an easy choice. It will be restored in plenty of time.”
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DECEMBER EDITION: U.S. FOREIGN POLICY With the tension in the Middle East over Iran’s nuclear program, we decided to examine the foreign policies of the United States, current and throughout history, and evaluate it based on our personal beliefs. 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 10th Grade Westfield High School Throughout the history of our country, even though we may not admit it, the United States has utilized the tactic of “gunboat diplomacy”. In every conflict, we pressure and throw our weight around to fulfill an agenda. Although this is highly effective in the short term, this foreshadows issues to come in the future. During the presidency of George H.W. Bush, the US sent a message to the world by invading Panama and during Operation Desert Storm, assuring the United States’ position on top of the global stage with the collapse of Communism in the early 1990’s. The use of military force to make statements is the American way; under George W. Bush Iraq was invaded to determine the threat of their nuclear program and under Barack Obama Libya was bombed to help overthrow a dictator. Some of these actions have led to terroristic outbursts against the United States, and have made a great deal of bitter enemies. However, this is not necessarily a negative policy. Throughout the 20th Century and the 21st Century, our tactics have created massive international influence, the endless spread of democracy, and the growth of the US, as well as the global, economies. We are the country that indisputably stands above all others, and whether you like it or not, will make you into a libertyloving, democratic capitalist. Billy Cordes 10th Grade Suffield Academy A topic that has arisen in conversations at my school is the United States’ spying on foreign leaders and citizens. The debate is whether or not to continue eavesdropping and whose privacy should be respected. Choosing a side in this debate is particularly difficult for me because there are multiple aspects from the pros and cons that are putting me in middle ground. A particular example is the tapping of German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s cell phone. Eavesdropping on a cell phone is not off limits. In an era of anti-US terrorism, our government should certainly use its technological advantage to prevent acts of terror. However the U.S. government should accept “a global obligation to protect everyone’s privacy,” as said by Kenneth Roth, the director of the Human Rights Watch. Therein lies the balance and knowing whose calls to tap and whose to respect. Upsetting that balance and crossing that line may give an excuse to other countries, such as Germany, to spy back on the U.S. as well as cause distrust. To offer a point of view from a different perspective, here is my friend Rudolph. My name is Rudolf Schwarz, and I am a boarding sophomore student attending Suffield Academy. Currently, I am staying with Billy’s family for the Thanksgiving break. Being from Düsseldorf, Germany, I wanted to offer a foreigner’s opinion: When it came to the news that the NSA is collecting data on millions of people, without any particular purpose, and that they were even eavesdropping on my Chancellor’s cellphone, there was a big outcry in Europe and especially in Germany. Why would the U.S. spy on an ally, with whom it has years of collaboration? In my opinion, the acting of the NSA, is a breach of confidence, not only because of the spying on Merkel’s cellphone, but also because Germany was ranked as a target, just like North Korea or Iran. I am sure that the watching of all
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Internet activity is against the U.S. constitution, because it violates the promise that citizens will be protected of unnecessary surveys. Additionally, personal freedom is restricted when the government knows all the time, what you are doing online. I hope that, in the future, the U.S. will fulfill their duties as a friend, and thus respect the privacy of its allies. The majority of Germany shares this belief. Ellen Dufraine 10th Grade Westfield High School Since Thomas Jefferson first assumed the office in 1790, every United States Secretary of State has possessed the responsibilities of being the nation’s chief diplomat and administrator of national foreign policies. America’s relationships with other countries have ebbed and flowed throughout its history. England and the United States, for example, have evolved from bitter enemies during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, to form the great alliance between them that exists to this day. Throughout the nineteenth and even into the twentieth centuries, as stated in the Monroe Doctrine (1823), the United States’ principle goals in its foreign policies were to remain the dominant nation in North America (politically, economically, and militaristically) and to prevent European powers from colonizing Latin America. In short, they were heeding George Washington’s earlier advice to stay neutral in foreign policy and concentrate on expanding the new nation’s power individually. Our current Secretary of State John Kerry, however, has made an effort to change the traditional views of foreign policy by saying, “The era of the Monroe Doctrine is Over.” This statement, while ultimately a feeble attempt at proclaiming the equality of nations within the Western Hemisphere, it also proves that America has shifted its focus in foreign policies from an offensive viewpoint and kicks any past imperialist tendencies to the curb. One distinct disadvantage of this outlook on foreign affairs is that when America bonds and forms alliances with one country, it makes enemies of that country’s rival nations. This hostility can break the fragile balances of foreign diplomacy; especially when contending countries hold nuclear weapons. This is precisely why American diplomats have worked so diligently to prevent Iran from building such a weapon by attempting a compromise and mending relations between the two countries (much to Israel’s chagrin). The enmity of Iran towards the United States also stems from American support of the Shah during the Iranian Revolution, further proving that even small diplomatic efforts may have lasting effects on the future of a particular nation. Any moves made internationally leave American ambassadors waiting with bated breath for the outcry of another country; in other words, every action made beyond borders has an equal and opposite reaction. Perhaps if the United States considered the warnings of its founding fathers, its foreign policies would be much simpler than the complex interactions it has with other countries today. James Sabatino 10th Grade Wilbraham Monson Academy Since we live in a world where with a flick of a switch a nuke can be shot into the edge of space and then plummet to Earth, destroying a nation, one may question why it has not happened. The answer is foreign policy. Foreign policy is a safety net that prevents global war. It acts as a safety net because
all countries that have a foreign policy have interconnected economies. America has a great foreign policy because we have a strong military. America has a dominating navy and an air force that trumps any other countries. Since we are such a strong and powerful country we can ensure that our economy will prevail. Another benefit of foreign policy is that to an extent it keeps world peace. If countries attacked with no rhyme or reason then the world would be a much different place; since economies are interconnected the chance of war is drastically reduced. Groups like the UN manage the sanctioning of nuclear weapons in unstable regions. Presently the UN has monitored countries like Syria and their production of nuclear or chemical weapons. Syria was under investigation for a period of time because of their production of chemical weapons. Once it was established that chemical weapons were used, Russia set an agreement with the Syrians to prohibit them from manufacturing chemical weapons and destroyed the manufacturing plants. A strong foreign policy is key to any nation, and overall the foreign policy of America is a success. Corina Wyckoff 10th Grade Westfield High School Sometimes I don’t even think that America should be getting involved in other countries battlels we already have enough of our own here in the homeland. Then I think in an ethical kind of way, we should always do whatever we can to help others in need without causing more problems. It just wouldn’t feel right if we didn’t even try to do anything to help. Some battles, like fire, need to burn themselves out. But say in a case with Syria, where they are using chemical weapons on their people it is unacceptable it watch people just like us be killed in such a cruel manner and in vain. WE need to treat other countries with respect. We need to help them no matter what. They are people too. We are all made from the same stuff and live under the same sun. I’m not saying that we always have to send out our military, in saying that we do what we can and urge other countries to do the same as well. Set an example for mankind and maybe others will follow. I don’t care if we are threatened by other countries if we attempt to help. We need to do what we can to help as one human being to another. It doesn’t matter if you’re American, Syrian, or North Korean. We are all human and deserve to be treated and stood up for by other humans with respect, dignity, and care. That’s what I think the “Foreign Policy” should be all about because really we aren’t all that different from one another. Francesco Liucci 10th Grade Westfield High School American foreign policy is a subject many people have challenged since the creation of the nation. All the way back to Washington’s farewell address when he warned the country to stay clear of European affairs. Unfortunately for him, had Washington been able to travel to the future he would see a country that has influence on the entire globe. Is it necessary? Yes in some cases the influence of a powerful nation to ease tensions between countries. In other cases, however, the nation’s foreign policy has hurt us. Contrary to what most people say, America still makes a lot of “stuff” in fact in 2012 it was at an all-time high, $2.2 trillion in exports. During the same year China exported $2.05 trillion worth of
goods. Also contrary to popular belief not that much of your tax money goes to international affairs, in fact only 1.5% of it does. 14.9% goes to defense and 83.6% goes to domestic affairs. The fact of the matter is that American foreign policy is not as flawed as people may think. It does have its weaknesses, for example the latest issue involving Iran shows these flaws. In the latest deal, Iran will not release a single unfairly detained US citizen from its notorious prisons or nor will it give up any of its enriched uranium. Despite this $7 billion of international economic sanctions relief, primarily from the US. The US must be crystal clear in setting a concrete plan for Iran to reduce the size of their nuclear program. That is my opinion on American foreign policy. Alex Gearing 10th Grade Westfield High School The United States foreign policy is probably the greatest thing ever. We give money to potential allies and embargo those who we think are not friends. We project power across the oceans with our navy and the capability to put 5,000 marines on the shore of any country in 24 hours or less. We have military bases on every continent and one third of the nations on earth. When somebody asks why we spy on world leaders, I respond, “Why are they so special as to be exempt from being spied on by the most powerful country on Earth?”. We are the only super power in the world, and if any other nation has a problem with how America runs things, they are in no place to try to change it. The United States has the power it has because there is not a single country in the world that is capable of beating us in open warfare. Every powerful nation in the world at one point has dominated those around it. England ruled a quarter of the world with an iron fist. Now, the United States has surpassed every other nation combined, and our military might gives us the right to act as we please on the international stage. Marissa Katsounakis Grade 10 Westfield High School With several conflicts occurring between Iran and the United States, the U.S.-Iran relation has been at an all-time low, especially in the past 30 years. The conflict that holds the most responsibility for this negative relation is the Iran Hostage Crisis. Ever since Iran captured more than 60 American diplomats in violation of their human rights for 444 days, the image of Iranians in the eyes of Americans is not the slightest bit positive. In my opinion, it is reasonable for Americans to have no interest in improving their relationship with Iran, and it is legitimate to have negative feelings toward Iran. Although it has been more than three decades, people of the U.S. are still strongly anti-Iran, mostly for emotional reasons. These emotional reasons are derived from the Iranian treatment of the Americans that were held hostage during the Hostage Crisis. Some Americans may believe it is unnecessary to be holding a strong grudge on Iran for something that occurred 30 years ago; however, the event was traumatic enough to make the majority of Americans against the idea of making even preliminary efforts toward better relations with Iran. Until Iran somehow makes up for the traumatic event of the Iran Hostage Crisis or the thought of it is forgotten, it is unlikely for Americans to be in favor of improving relations with Iran.
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A Bombers’ defenseman fires a shot from the blue line. (Photo by Noah Buchanan)
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Bombers vs. Deerfield Academy
One of Westfield’s offensive players makes a move in front of the crease, making Deerfield’s goalie drop down to make a save. (Photo by Noah Buchanan)
Westfield junior goalie Andy Gale drops down to make the save against Deerfield. (Photo by Noah Buchanan)
The puck drops to start off Westfield High’s hockey season as the Bombers hosted a scrimmage against Deerfield Westfield junior Chris Sullivan skates down the ice while a Deerfield player chases him down. (Photo by Noah Buchanan) Academy Friday night at Amelia Park Ice Arena. (Photo by Noah Buchanan)
Y swim coach Jamie Bloom heads to Scotland for tnternational meet WESTFIELD — YMCA of Greater Westfield’s Head Swim Team Coach , was recently named as the Assistant Team Manager to USA Swimming’s “Duel in the Pool” team. Swimming All-Stars, Katie Ledecky and Cullin Jones will be leading the United States against Europe’s best in this Mutual of Omaha “Duel in the Pool” meet, set for Dec. 20-21, 2013 in Glasgow, Scotland. This is an outstanding honor for Jamie and the YMCA of Greater Westfield. In September 2012, Jamie attended the Manager Training at the USAS Convention. At the training, she suggested that USA Swimming should consider creating a mentor program for managers, which would
allow new people the opportunity to learn from the best, be trained, and have guidance to fill roles in the future. She had experienced being an Assistant Team Manager with the Eastern Zone Camp in the past, but wanted more opportunities like that to further her growth. In order to be considered for an Assistant Team Manager position, Jamie completed the application, obtained professional and personal recommendations and medical clearance. In October 2013, she received the call asking her to be the Assistant Team Manager for the “Duel in the Pool” 2013 meet which she graciously accepted. Jamie is a phenomenal leader and coach who is respected both in and out of
JAMIE BLOOM YMCA of Greater Westfield’s Head Swim Team Coach the YMCA. She is the Age Group Chair for New England Swimming and she serves on the Board of Directors of the local swim committee, a member of USA Swimming Eastern Zone. She also serves on the USA Swimming National Convention Education Committee. She has been a YMCA Swimming Group Rep for the last three
years representing MA, ME, NH, RI, and VT. Prior to her arrival at the YMCA of Greater Westfield nearly nine years ago, she served as an Assistant Coach at the University of Tennessee from 2000-2005, a perennial top 20 Division One Swim team. This is Jamie’s thirty-third year as a swim coach. Over the years, she has worked with many high ranking officials in both the USA and YMCA swimming worlds, fine tuning her coaching and administrative skills. As an age group coach, she has been instrumental in helping swimmers develop skills at an early age providing a solid base for them to continue swimming throughout their lives.
She shared her coaching philosophy, “Having coached kids of all different swimming levels, I have learned that swimmers are basically all the same. They want their coach to be fair, they want to have fun at practice, and they want to swim faster than the last time they swam. This is the environment we strive to set every day at the YMCA pool. We are constantly learning from the science behind good swimming technique and we implement that knowledge in our teaching with our swimmers. I am proud of our great coaching staff. The core staff has been here with me since I started nine years ago. Each coach brings their own personality, experience and knowledge to the sport so the
swimmers are always able to find a coach to connect with and experience the joy of the sport. Lastly, I would add that I really respect the influence that a coach can have on an athlete. We make a difference in their lives, especially when they spend so many years with us. We really get to help shape who they are and who they will become.” Jamie is looking forward to her trip to Scotland. She shared, “I’ve never before been to a swim meet outside the U.S. and I am especially excited about the opportunity to work with a group of athletes representing our country”. The meet will be aired on NBC television as part of a two-hour show on Dec. 22nd, from 4:00-6:00PM.
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WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ JV HOOPS vs. Monument Mt., 5:30 p.m. GIRLS’ V HOOPS vs. Monument Mt., 7 p.m.
SWIMMING at Easthampton, 4 p.m.
GIRLS’ JV HOOPS at Central, 5:30 p.m.
WRESTLING at Mt. Hope Invitational, R.I., 9 a.m. HOCKEY vs. Minnechaug, Amelia Park, 6 p.m.
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QUESTIONS & ATTITUDE Compelling questions ... and maybe a few actual answers
SPEED FREAKS
CUP REWIND: TOP 5 RACES OF 2013
A couple questions we had to ask — ourselves
Martinsville: Mayhem & Jeff
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Bobby’s shades aren’t likely due to a bright racing future.
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Clint Bowyer has always been carefree and entertaining. Will it last? Here’s hoping wedding cake doesn’t dull his edges.
Which unemployed “old guy” runs more races next year, Bobby Labonte or Jeff Burton?
We knew trees grow bare this time of year, but grandstands? Sad but true. Even Talladega, where the word “unpredictable” gets its mail, has fallen victim to the recent trends. The Boys on Wall Street call it a “market correction,” but in today’s world of auto racing, it’s a matter of rippin’ out seats. Talladega officials announced last week that they’re removing roughly 29,000 seats before next year. If listed figures are correct, the track held 147,000 just six years ago, and 109,000 last year after earlier “market corrections.” Now, they’re shrinking the Big Ol’ Gal to 80,000, which, granted, is a lot for a football game, but football teams get to open their gates a lot more than twice a year.
GODSPEAK: “B-Lab” sure sounded like a guy not ready to turn in his steering wheel just yet. KEN’S CALL: Bobby has that “past champ” provisional in his knapsack, so I’m thinking that’s worth a few phone calls.
Speaking of aging racers, do you really think we’ve seen the last of Mark Martin in a race car? GODSPEAK: He has never uttered the word “retire” in a sentence except to say, “I never said I was gonna retire.” KEN’S CALL: He’s 18 years younger than Morgan Shepherd, who entered eight Nationwide races this year. The temptation is too strong; he’ll race again.
The other end of the spectrum: Who’s the best rookie next year, Kyle Larson or Austin Dillon? GODSPEAK: Larson, only because Dillon is going to steal most of the hype and spotlight and therefore draw more scrutiny and pressure. KEN’S CALL: Flip a coin. I think Larson is destined for stardom, but Dillon is better seasoned. And Richard Childress will make sure Dillon’s car is fast.
KEY DATES Dec. 6: NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards, Las Vegas Jan. 9-10: Daytona Preseason Thunder testing (Sprint Cup) Jan. 11-12: Daytona Preseason Thunder testing (Nationwide) Jan. 13-14: Daytona Preseason Thunder testing (truck series) Jan. 29: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 2014 induction, Charlotte, N.C. Feb. 15: The Sprint Unlimited Feb. 16: Daytona 500 qualifying Feb. 18: UNOH Battle at the Beach (K&N Pro East, Whelen Modifieds) Feb. 20: Budweiser Duel Feb. 21: NextEra Energy Resources 250 Feb. 22: DRIVE4COPD 300 Feb. 23: Daytona 500
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If October’s Sprint Cup race at Martinsville adopted an official logo, it would look something like this. More than a fifth of the race’s laps were run under caution. The caution flag flew so many times (17 in all), the flagman practically developed tennis elbow. Editor’s note: We’re counting down the top five races of the 2013 Sprint Cup season. Today is No. 4, the Oct. 27 Goody’s 500 at Martinsville Speedway. Competitors were likely gulping sponsor product after the Goody’s Headache Relief Shot 500 in Martinsville, Va. The Sprint Cup Series’ smallest track produced the most yellow flags for the season — 17 caution periods covered 111 laps. Jimmie Johnson and Matt Kenseth, who were in a heated battle for the Cup Series championship, combined to lead 325 of the 500 laps over the .526-mile track that’s shaped like a paper clip. As the MARTINSVILLE laps wound OCT. 27 down, Kenseth found himself in a duel with Johnson’s Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon, who had not won a race all season. Gordon was trying to make the most of a second chance given to him by NASCAR Chairman and CEO Brian France, who added the fourtime champion to the Chase field after several teams tried to manipulate the outcome of the regular-season finale weeks earlier at Richmond. Gordon shook off a season
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That’s it for bad news, right? Well … It turns out that Texas Motor Speedway, while not breaking out the socket wrenches, will simply ignore its backstretch seats for next year. TMS won’t sell backstretch tickets (the “cheap seats”) for its two Cup races in 2014. We’re only talking 10,000 seats, and the place still holds more than 112,000, and they’re putting in the world’s largest (or so they say) HD video screen just inside the backstretch, so this isn’t quite as depressing as the Talladega news. Getty Images/ROBERT LABERGE
When the smoke and dust cleared, however, Victory Lane provided a nice throwback sight: Jeff Gordon, finally, enjoying a long-awaited confetti shower. of bad breaks and mishaps to stay in championship contention. Martinsville proved to be his shining moment in a somewhat frustrating season. Gordon chased, then passed Kenseth for the lead on Lap 480, and held on for sweet victory. The emotional triumph pushed Gordon to third place in the standings, 27 behind Johnson and Kenseth, who were tied atop the points chart. And just for good measure,
Godwin Kelly is the Daytona Beach NewsJournal’s motorsports editor and has covered NASCAR for 30 years. Reach him at godwin.kelly@news-jrnl.com
2013 SPRINT CUP RESULTS The Sprint Unlimited, Daytona (Kevin Harvick) Budweiser Duel 1, Daytona (Kevin Harvick) Budweiser Duel 2, Daytona (Kyle Busch) Daytona 500, Daytona (Jimmie Johnson) Subway Fresh Fit 500, Phoenix (Carl Edwards) Kobalt Tools 400, Las Vegas (Matt Kenseth) Food City 500, Bristol (Kasey Kahne) Auto Club 400, Fontana (Kyle Busch) STP Gas Booster 500, Martinsville (Jimmie Johnson) NRA 500, Texas (Kyle Busch) STP 400, Kansas City (Matt Kenseth) Toyota Owners 400, Richmond (Kevin Harvick) Aaron’s 499, Talladega (David Ragan) Bojangles’ Southern 500, Darlington (Matt Kenseth) Sprint Showdown, Charlotte (Jamie McMurray) All-Star Race, Charlotte (Jimmie Johnson) Coca-Cola 600, Charlotte (Kevin Harvick) Dover 400, Dover (Tony Stewart) Pocono 400, Pocono (Jimmie Johnson) Quicken Loans 400, Michigan (Greg Biffle) Toyota/Save Mart 350, Sonoma (Martin Truex Jr.) Quaker State 400, Kentucky (Matt Kenseth) Coke Zero 400, Daytona (Jimmie Johnson) Camping World RV Sales 301, Loudon (Brian Vickers) Your Hero’s Name Here 400, Indy (Ryan Newman) GoBowling.com 400, Pocono (Kasey Kahne) Cheez-It 355 at The Glen, Watkins Glen (Kyle Busch) Pure Michigan 400, Michigan (Joey Logano) Irwin Tools Night Race, Bristol (Matt Kenseth) AdvoCare 500, Atlanta (Kyle Busch) Federated Auto Parts 400, Richmond (Carl Edwards) GEICO 400, Chicagoland (Matt Kenseth) Sylvania 300, Loudon (Matt Kenseth) AAA 400, Dover (Jimmie Johnson) Hollywood Casino 400, Kansas City (Kevin Harvick) Bank of America 500, Charlotte (Brad Keselowski) Camping World 500, Talladega (Jamie McMurray) Goody’s Headache Relief 500, Martinsville (Jeff Gordon) AAA Texas 500, Texas (Jimmie Johnson) AdvoCare 500, Phoenix (Kevin Harvick) Ford EcoBoost 400, Homestead (Denny Hamlin)
They don’t call it marketing for nothing. Talladega spokesman Russell Branham, bless his heart, didn’t try hiding the obvious, but he quickly righted himself and painted the best picture possible. “The changes are simply a reflection of our current attendance trends,” he said, before adding, “the goal will be a better fan experience and that will be entirely on the frontstretch from now on.” Um … that BETTER be the goal.
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Gordon’s victory clinched the Cup Series manufacturers’ championship for Chevrolet. “This meant so much,” Gordon said afterward. “I feel like we’ve worked so hard and many weekends we’ve left the race track looking at one another going, What do we have to do? “We’ve had race cars, we’ve had pit stops, and we’ve had strategy.’ I feel like I’ve had days where I’ve done my part but just couldn’t get it all lined up.”
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New faces, new places for next season:
Kevin Harvick: Replaces Ryan Newman at Stewart-Haas Racing Ryan Newman: Replaces Jeff Burton at Richard Childress Racing Kyle Larson: Replaces Juan Pablo Montoya at Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing AJ Allmendinger: Replaces Bobby Labonte at JTG Daugherty Racing Martin Truex: Replaces Kurt Busch at Furniture Row Racing Michael Annett: Replaces Dave Blaney at Tommy Baldwin Racing Kurt Busch: Joins new fourth team at StewartHaas Austin Dillon: Joins new fourth team at Richard Childress Racing Brian Vickers: Moves from part time to full at Michael Waltrip Racing
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A racer wouldn’t normally like to be targeted, but Kyle Larson is OK with it.
Remind me where to send the “congrats” cards. One goes to Aric Almirola and his wife, Janice, whose daughter, Abby Lynn, was born on Thanksgiving Day. Nice move; didn’t even have to work the magic of modern obstetrics to make sure Abby was born on an offday — they timed it for the offseason. The other card, we think, goes to Clint Bowyer and Lorra Podsiadlo, who just got engaged.
You “think” — why? Clint has long been one of the most enjoyable free spirits in modern NASCAR. He’s a definite throwback to a time when guys weren’t micromanaged by image consultants and PR handlers. Marriage, at times, can dull a guy faster than any image consultant or PR handler. Here’s hoping Clint overcomes the potential (and unintended) consequences. Ken Willis has been covering NASCAR for The Daytona Beach NewsJournal for 27 years. Reach him at ken.willis@news-jrnl.com
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Annie’s Mailbox By KATHY MITCHELL and MARCY SUGAR
On the Edge Dear Annie: Since childhood, my mother has told me she never wanted me. I now have two children of my own. At one point, I became homeless, and my parents took me in. But I became ill and needed major surgery. While recovering, my brother’s son came over often and would constantly pick on my sons. My parents did nothing. One day, I heard my youngest son screaming, and when I checked, I saw my 10-year-old nephew hurting him and trying to molest him. I confronted my parents and my brother about allowing this behavior to go on, and Mom said to forget about it. Dad said nothing. Now my mother has disowned me and will have nothing to do with my children. I have no other family, and this hurts. How can I get my parents to admit that my bully of a nephew has a serious problem? -- On the Edge of a Nervous Breakdown Dear Edge: Your nephew does indeed have a problem, but you cannot force your parents to address it. Your job is to protect your children. If that means keeping them away from your brother, your parents, your nephew or anyone else, then that is what you do. If the nephew molested your son, you could report the situation to the authorities. Please look for “family” in your community and church. There are plenty of older adults who would love to be surrogate grandparents for your sons and would treat them with the caring and consideration they deserve. Dear Annie: I taught in the Maryland public school system for many years before retiring 10 years ago. Every year at Christmastime, the students gave me Christmas ornaments. Some were homemade from individual students, and others were large and from the whole class. Of course, I thanked each of them. But as the years went on, my appreciation grew as I took them out each season to decorate my tree. I wrote their names on the ornaments, so each year I am able to think lovingly of those children. They continue to make my Christmas special. To their parents, I thank you for allowing me to teach your children. Hopefully, those children will have fond memories about some way in which I made them feel special. They were certainly special to me. They were one of the reasons I loved to teach. I still think of them and wonder what kind of young adults they’ve become. It was a privilege to help shape their young minds and whet their appetites for learning. I wish them all well and hope they enjoy much success in life. Merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah! With much love from their 5th grade teacher -- Mrs. Helen Gromadzki, The Villages, Fla. Dear Helen: Your letter was so sweet, we had to print it. We hope all of your former students have a chance to see it and possibly reconnect to let you know how their lives have turned out. Dear Annie: I read the letter from “Hurting in Miami,” who said her friend of 20 years married some wealthy young man and then cut off contact. You mentioned in your response that her new husband may be controlling and trying to isolate his new bride. I want to emphasize this point, especially because the woman is young and may have no experience with this type of controlling person. Please tell “Miami” to try to keep in touch with her friend by email or phone and let her know she is there for her. This same thing happened to a dear friend. Her new husband was wonderful to her before marriage, but afterward turned into a control freak who isolated her from her family and friends. We were trying to get her out of this toxic situation, but before we could do anything, he threatened her with a gun, and it accidentally went off, and she died. -- Cautious in Michigan
HINTS FROM HELOISE TRAVEL HINT Dear Heloise: I went on a twoweek cruise and was shocked to discover how expensive Internet service was. A suggestion was to email messages onshore using free Wi-Fi at restaurants. But everyone else had the same idea! I decided to pay the ship’s fees for the smallest amount of minutes. I typed my messages as documents and then cut and paste them into email. Within minutes, I could log on, send my messages and be off quickly. No wasting minutes or money! -- L.W., via email EMERGENCY INFORMATION Dear Heloise: In case of an emergency, we need to be prepared. My mother made a notebook in which she keeps important information for my brother and me that we might need. Insurance and loan information, a copy of her will, car title, etc. -- anything needed in the event that something happens to her. It’s not a subject people want to talk about, but it is important to be prepared. Searching for that information is not what you want to be doing at a time like that. -- A.S. in Texas Good advice! Take note, readers! -- Heloise DRYING CAR Dear Heloise: For those who still wash their cars by hand, I thought I would share this helpful hint. It took me a while to figure it out, although it is common sense. When I am at the point of drying the top of the car, which is hard to reach, I open a door and stand on the side of the seat. -- Adam H. in Illinois
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013: This year you will go with the flow of the moment more easily than you have in the recent past. You could become involved in a cause of some sort. You often will spend time with friends and associates. If you are single, you easily might meet someone through this activity; however, you are unlikely to get involved in a major relationship before summer. If you are attached, the two of you enjoy each other’s company, but you also love being with your friends. You often are seen smiling together. AQUARIUS knows how to turn boring into exciting. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH At some point today, you will want to join a friend for some fun, whether it’s a tree-decorating party or simply coming up with gift ideas for a difficult person. Be careful with a temperamental partner who has very different ideas. Tonight: Where the action is. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH Take a stand. You will want to finish a project before you relax. For some of you, this responsibility could involve an older friend or relative. For others, it might involve work from your job. Tonight: Avoid lecturing someone, even if you are dying to speak your mind. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH Make phone calls to loved ones at a distance. You might want to discuss their gift preferences, as you are not with them every day. On the other hand, they might prefer getting together for a visit. Tonight: Get tickets to a holiday concert, or buy a Christmas CD. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH A partner might be controlling. You could experience some uproar on the homefront, which might just be dragging in the tree to decorate it. Make an effort to allow others to have their say. You tend to dominate family matters. Tonight: With a favorite person. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH You’ll want to be more convivial and go along with others’ wishes. Make time for just you and the apple of your eye. Feelings flow, whether you’re under mistletoe or just relaxing at home together. Tonight: Go along with a friend’s request. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH Learn to juggle your busy schedule. Avoid doing any impulse shopping. If you do, hold on to the receipts, just in case you change your mind. Go for a walk, get into the mood of the season, but avoid the stores. Center yourself. Tonight: Complete a project at home. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Mars enters your sign and creates a likelihood that diplomacy will fly out of the window in the next few weeks. You are likely to express your feelings, which could shock some people who think they know you. Get in some exercise to lessen your stress. Tonight: Very playful. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH You might choose to suppress your feelings in order to maintain a more even-tempered mood. Understand what is happening between you and someone else. Be careful, as holding in hurt feelings could turn you into a volcano when you finally let go. Tonight: Stay close to home. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHHH You are likely to say and do what you want. Don’t be surprised if a close friend turns your day upside down with plans that he or she has for you. Why have words when you could choose to be flattered? Clear out an errand or two if possible. Tonight: Let the party begin. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH You easily could wonder what is going on with an older friend, relative or someone you have put on a pedestal. You might see how much this person is passionate about the holidays, as he or she barks out orders. Be polite. Tonight: Treat a close loved one to dinner. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH Someone at a distance will reach out to you and demonstrate his or her caring. You might beam from ear to ear, which could draw others to you. You have a lot of energy; direct it toward getting some of your holiday errands or projects done. Tonight: Find your friends
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WESTFIELD - Author Lori Szepelak of Southampton relishes her messages from the angelic realm. She will share her experiences of how her new book, Floors of the Forest, came to fruition during a program titled “An Evening of Angels� on Dec. 10 at the Westfield Athenaeum. The 6:30 p.m. program in the Lang Auditorium is part of the Athenaeum’s monthly Local Author Series. The event is free and open to the public. In her new book, just released from Balboa Press, a division of Hay House, Szepelak shares the revelations she received from angels one winter morning in February 2013 on her way to work. Szepelak is also the author of An Angel on My Shoulder which debuted in 2010. “While I was driving to work I asked my guardian angel to help me determine the message of my second book,� she said. “Almost immediately, I heard the words ‘floors of the forest,’ and then the need to educate individuals – especially young people - across the globe to work in concert with their guardian angel to help preserve Mother Earth.� Szepelak noted that she was intrigued by the title and the concept fit perfectly into her own lifestyle – being an avid hiker and scuba diver. “I incorporated messages I heard in the spring of 2013 from the angels with what I knew about the environment, as well as my personal experiences in nature, and soon the book came to fruition effortlessly,� she said. “The angels were also particular in stressing that young people need to be engaged now so I’m hopeful that teens especially will consider attending the lecture,� she said. For more information on Floors of the Forest, visit www.floorsoftheforest.com. The soft cover is priced at $17.99; E-Books are available for $3.99 at www.balboapress.com. The author can also be reached at lori.szepelak@charter.net.
William R. Rooney Scholarships Available for Special Needs Students
SPRINGFIELD - The Horace Smith Fund has $10,000 scholarships available to graduating high school seniors with special needs. These scholarships are offered to graduating seniors who have been on an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for a minimum of two years. Applicants must be Hampden County residents attending public or private secondary schools in Hampden County. Scholarships awards of $10,000 are distributed as $2,500 annually and renewable each year until graduation. Recipients must be full-time students at either a two-year or four-year college. Recipients are selected on a variety of criteria, including achievements in their special education class, demonstrated financial need and extraordinary contribution to their high school and community. The Horace Smith Fund was established in 1899 by the successful and generous philanthropist named Horace Smith, co-founder of Smith & Wesson, located in Springfield. The William R. Rooney Scholarship is named for the long time educator and former Executive Secretary of The Horace Smith Fund, who advocated for assistance to special needs students. Completed scholarship applications must be received either electronically or be mailed to The Horace Smith Fund at 1441 Main Street, Springfield, no later than December 20. The student must identify their application as specifically for the William R. Rooney Scholarship. Applications are available at local high school guidance offices, on-line at www.HoraceSmithFund.org or by phoning (413) 739-4222
New Girl Scout Community Troops Commence
HOLYOKE- Regional Community Girl Scout troops are offered monthly in Holyoke. Community troops offer a flexible way for girls to participate in Girl Scouts and are open to all girls looking for a troop experience. Meetings take place once per month from November - May from 10 am to noon at the Girl Scout's service center, 301 Kelly Way, Holyoke. No RSVP is necessary. A girl can join one month or all six. The registration fee is $25 for all. The dates are: December 21, 10noonJanuary 18, 10-noonFebruary 15, 10noonMarch 22, 10-noonMay 17, 10-noonTraditional Girl Scout activities are offered including earning badges by exploring the outdoors, creating an artistic masterpiece, running a cookie business, helping in your community and making new friends.
SOUTHWICK - Everyone loves pancakes! This year enjoy the annual Southwick Lions Club Pancakes with Santa Breakfast at the Southwick Rec Center, in Southwick on Sunday, December 15. The cost for the breakfast, which includes pancakes, eggs, and sausage, is $7.00 per adult and $5.00 for children under 12 years of age. The breakfast starts at 8:00 a.m. and continues until noontime. Always a hit, this event is crowed so come early and take part in the children’s raffle and photos with Santa, which are a feature of this event, at a small additional cost. The proceeds from this fund raiser will go toward the Mass Eye If you would like to run a Research fund and school scholarships for our local stu- Birthday Announcement in dents. The Lions Club International is best known for The Westfield News contact fighting issues dealing with us at: 413-562-4181 blindness and eyesight problems, but the Southwick Lions Club, which was founded in 1947, combats many human life issues and is
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Gutter Cleaning RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED, REPAIRED. Antennas removed, chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed. Sr. citizen discount. Insured. Free estimates. H.I. Johnson Services. (413)596-8859 before 9p.m.
COMPUTER HELP AVAILABLE. In home training. Network setup, data re- GUTTER CLEANING. Get then clean covery and much more. For more infor- ed before the FREEZE!! Clean, flush and check for leaks. Call Matt mation call John (413)568-5928. (413)777-8381.
Drywall T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete profesHauling sional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops! Call Mike 413-821- A DUMP TRUCK. Attic, cellars, yard, 8971. Free estimates. scrap metal removal. Seasoned Firewood. (413)569-1611, (413)374-5377. KINGER PAINT & DRYWALL. Interior, exterior, ceiling repair, drywall A.R.A. JUNK REMOVAL SERVICE. damage, cabinet refinishing, specialFurniture, trash, appliances. Full house izing in textured ceilings. Fully incleanouts, basements, attics, yards. sured. Call (413)579-4396. Furnace and hot water heater removal. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE. Electrician Free estimate on phone. Senior discount. Call Pete (413)433-0356. JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC. Senior dis- www.arajunkremoval.com. count. No job too small! Insured, free estimates. 40 years experience. Home Improvement Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682. POEHLMAN ELECTRIC. All types of wiring. Free estimates, insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. GUTTER DEICING CABLES INSTALLED. I answer all calls! Prompt service, best prices. Lic. #A-16886. (413)562-5816. TURCOTTE ELECTRIC. 30+ years experience. Electrical installations, emergency service work. Generac portable or whole house generator installations. HVAC controls and energy saving green technology upgrades. Fully insured. All calls answered. Master’s Lic #A-18022. (413)214-4149.
AMR BUILDING & REMODELING. Sunrooms, decks, additions, bathrooms, window and door replacements and more. MA. Reg. #167264. Licensed and fully insured. Call Stuart Richter (413)297-5858. C&N CARPENTRY. Suspended ceilings, home improvements and remodeling. Licensed and insured. Call (413)262-9314.
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.
Home Improvement DAVE DAVIDSON BATHROOM & KITCHEN REMODELING. “GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME” Complete Bath Renovations. Mass. License #072233, Mass. Registration #144831. CT. HIC. #0609568. Now serving CT. Insured. Quality Work on Time on Budget Since 1984. (413)569-9973. www.davedavidsonremodeling.com
COPPA HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Remodeling, home restoration, home repairs, finish basements, bath/kitchen trim/woodwork, siding/decks, windows/ doors. CSL 103574, HIC Reg.147782. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Joe (413)454-8998.
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ENGLEWOOD, FLORIDA. Lovely home for vacation rental. Two bedroom, two bath, garage. Close to beaches. Text/call for details, 413543-1976.
TREE REMOVAL. Reasonable rates, senior citizens discount. Fully insured. Call for your free estimates, (413)3889723.
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JOSEPH’S HANDYMAN COMPANY. Carpentry, remodeling, kitchen, baths, basements, drywall, tile, floors, suspended ceilings, restoration services, doors, windows, decks, stairs, interior/exterior painting, plumbing. Small jobs ok. All types of professional work done since 1985. Call Joe, (413)364-7038.
ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. All brick, block, concrete. Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired. Sump pumps and french drain systems installed. Foundations pointed and stuccoed. Free estimates. (413)5691611. (413)374-5377.
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ALWAYS CALL FIRST!!! M&M SERVICES-20 Years serving the Westfield area. Painting, staining, house washing, interior/exterior. Wall coverings. Commercial/residential. Free estimates. Insured. References. Mass Reg. #121723. Call 568-9731. No job too small !!
NICK GARDNER PLUMBING, WELDING & MECHANICAL SERVICES. Professional, reliable service. MA Lic. #PL31893-J. Certified Welding. Insured. Call (413)531-2768 Nick7419@comcast.net
Roofing At SANTA FE PAINTING CO. We’re your color specialists! Fall season is in full swing. Get all your exterior painting needs done now. Including painting and staining log homes. Call (413)230-8141.
DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT for all your exterior home improvement needs Roofing, siding, windows, decks and gutters. ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTIAL PLOWING CUSTOMERS FOR SOUTHWICK ONLY. Call for free quote. Extensive references, fully licensed & insured in MA. & CT. A NEW LOOK FOR FALL. Let Home www.delreohomeimprovement.com Decor help. Interior painting and wallCall GARY DELCAMP (413)569-3733. papering, specializing in faux finishes. Servicing the area over 12 years. Call Kendra now for a free estimate and decorating advice. (413)564-0223, (413)626-8880. TOM DISANTO Home Improvements The best choice for all interior and exterior building and remodeling. Specializing in the design and building of residential PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & WALLadditions, since 1985. Kitchens, baths, PAPERING. Quality workmanship at low, siding, windows, decks, porches, sun- low prices. Interior/Exterior Painting & rooms, garages. License #069144. MA Staining, Wallpaper, Ceiling Repair & Reg. #110710. FREE ESTIMATES, Spray. Free Estimates. Call Steve at REFERENCES, FULLY INSURED. Call (413)386-3293. Tom (413)568-7036.
ONE STOP SHOPPING for all your ROOFING needs! POWER WASHING/CLEANING revitalizing your roof, removing ugly black stains, mold and moss, we’ll make it look like new plus prolong the life of your roof. We do emergency repairs, new construction, complete tear off, ice and water protection barrier systems, skylight repairs. Snow & ice removal. FREE gutter cleaning with any roof repair or roof job. 10% senior discount. Free estimates. MA. Lic. #170091. Call (413)977-5701
Snowplowing A.B.C. SNOWPLOWING. Westfield residential only. 15 years experience. Call Dave (413)568-6440.
SNOWPLOWING / SNOWBLOWING. On time, reliable service. Average Landscaping/Lawn Care driveway, $40.00. Also specializing in ALL CALLS RETURNED! Fall fall clean ups. Call (413)727-4787. cleanups, curb side leaf pickups, mowPAUL MAYNARD CONSTRUCTION. ing, aerating, overseeding, dethatching, All your carpentry needs. Remodeling mulch & trimming. Free estimates. Ask Tree Service specialty. Additions, garages, decks, for Mel (413)579-1407. A BETTER OPTION - GRANFIELD siding. Finish trim, window replaceTREE SERVICE. Tree Removal, Land ment. Kitchens designed by Prestige. Clearing, Excavating. Firewood, Log (413)386-4606. Truck Loads. (413)569-6104. LEAVES -CURB SIDE LEAF REMOVAL - FALL CLEAN UPS. Call for your free Quote today! You rake um' & Leaf the rest to us. Residential and AMERICAN TREE & SHRUB. ProfesRICHTER HOME Building & Remodel- Commercial, Fully Insured. Visit our sional fertilizing, planting, pruning, caing. Specializing in home improve- website at bling and removals. Free estimates, ment services. Roofs, windows, www.BusheeEnterprises.com for all of fully insured. Please call Ken 569doors, decks, finished carpentry, re- our services! Bushee Enterprises, LLC. 0469. models, additions, basement refinish- (413)569-3472.
ing, and much more. Quality work from a punctual, reliable and experienced home improvement company. Licensed and Insured. MA CSL #97940, MA HIC #171709, CT HIC #0633464. Call Dave Richter for an estimate (413)519-9838.
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A1 ODD JOBS/HANDYMAN, Debris Removal, landscaping, fall yard cleanup, interior and exterior painting, power washing, basic carpentry and plumbing. All types of repair work and more. (413)562-7462.
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WESTFIELD reconditioned, 2 bedroom condo for sale by owner.. $79,000. Please call (603)726-4595.
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WESTFIELD, 498 Southampton Road, 2 bedroom ranch with 1 car garage, $960/month plus utilities. First, last & security deposit. (413)568-8614.
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CONRAD TREE SERVICE. Expert tree removal. Prompt estimates. YARD CLEANUP, thatching, leaf brush Crane work. Insured. “After 34 removal, hedge/tree trimming, years, we still work hard at being mulch/stone, mowing. Call Accurate #1.” (413)562-3395. Lawncare, (413)579-1639.