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Farmers’ Market vendor growth continues

By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD — Rain or shine, the Westfield Farmers’ Market continues to grow each week, according to Debbie Randzio, market manager.

“The market is open except under severe weather warnings,” said Randzio.

At the market this afternoon, Baystate Fish Shares will have fresh fish and Passalongs returns, added Randzio.

“Patrons can also learn about energy rebates and discounts available to Westfield G & E customers from Energia LLC with free energy audits today,” said Randzio. “Also, if you have not registered to vote, please visit the City of Westfield’s voter registration table.”

Also, a cooking demonstration is planned at 3 p.m. by Daniel Mahoney, and music throughout the afternoon includes Ed Bentley, oldies, country and blues, and featuring his original Westfield Market song, from noon to 2 p.m.; Hart & Woody duo, playing blues and jazz from 2 to 4 p.m., See Farmers’ Market, Page 3

A voter registration table is featured every Thursday at the Westfield Farmers’ Market on the grounds of the Episcopal Church of the Atonement on Court Street. Helen Mahler, above, reminds city residents that the deadline to register for the Sept. 8 primary is Aug. 16 and the deadline to register for the Nov. 8 general election is Oct. 19. Mahler, an election worker since 1984, noted it only takes a couple of minutes to complete a form which can be left with her or mailed to Westfield City Hall.

Westfield City Engineer Mark Cressotti presents plans for sewer hookup to residents of Paper Mill and Joseph Avenue area. (Photo by Amy Porter)

Paper Mill area residents attend information session on sewer hookup

By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – Residents from the Joseph Avenue and Paper Mill area showed up to a public information meeting at Paper Mill Elementary on the proposed sewer and road improvements in the area.

City Engineer Mark Cressotti presented an overview of the project, with plans laid out on the tables for residents to study. The $2.5 million project will lay sewer pipe for city hookup, as well as improve storm drainage and redo portions of the road. Most of the residents in the area now have septic systems.

Also present at the meeting were Ward 6 Councilor William Onyski, and At-Large Councilor Stephen Dondley, the liaison to engineering.

The project will be funded by a $3 million bond that will go through the Legislative & Ordinance Committee and on to the City Council Thursday evening. Cressotti said it will Questions and answers continue following the session. take 1 ½ months before the money is available, and that (Photo by Amy Porter) not a lot of work would be done before the winter. He said residents could expect a year and a half disturbance. The contractor to find out the best way to hook up with the laterals. The cost of hookup will be another $3,000 to $5,000. In project will be going out to bid this summer.

Cressotti said sewer pipe and road construction will be homes where gravity to the sewer line won’t work, a packaged pumping station is available for another $5,000. He going on at the same time. Environmental Engineer William J. Lengyel noted the cost of replacing a septic system is $35,000.

Cressotti said the placement of the laterals is somewhat of CDM Smith, designing engineers for the project, said the work would move slowly, opening 100 feet of trenches flexible, and that during the construction might be an a day, and reclosing them. He said they will also put in opportunity to get them positioned more advantageously lateral pipes to the property line of each residence along for hookup. He said as the contractor is mobilizing, a notice the route, which includes Joseph Avenue, a portion of will be put on doors regarding the laterals, which would be Paper Mill Road from Mockingbird Avenue to the school the time to contact the city. Cressotti said the city is anticientrance, Grandview Drive and Amy Drive to the cul de pating seven years to hook the sewers up to all the areas that aren’t connected. He added that most people wait until sac.

Cressotti said sewer entrance will be voluntary at pres- their septic system fails.

At the end of the project, Lengyel said they will remill ent. Residents whose septic systems are in good order will not be required to hook up to the sewer system immedi- and repave the roads. They will also completely reclaim a ately, but the city will not permit another septic system in portion of Paper Mill, which he called in “rough shape” from the end of the pavement to the school. In addition, the area.

Asked about the cost of hookup, Cressotti said the sewer See Sewer Hookup, Page 3 entrance fee is $550. Beyond that, residents must hire a

Huntington library kicks off summer reading program with storyteller visit

By AMY PORTER Correspondent HUNTINGTON – The Huntington Public Library Summer Reading Program kicked off on Wednesday with a visit from award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb.

From the Boston area, Edgecomb said that she had performed in the Chesterfield library earlier in the day before coming to Huntington for her fifth visit to the town.

Her stories ranged from the Native American Tale of Abenaki the giant and how he tried to stop the wind eagle (to disastrous results), to the naughty (cold) snowman that stole children’s mittens, hat and scarf before meeting his end by a fire, to a retelling of the tortoise and the hare, who were racing for a free pass to the library.

Following the stories, children lined up at the

check-out desk to sign up for the summer reading program, “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” with librarian Margaret Nareau and assistant librarian Sherri Macleod.

Children and adults who sign up for the program this summer will be eligible for prizes at the end, to be drawn on August 20th. In order to win prizes, children up to age 12 must read at least a total of ten hours, recording every half hour on their reading log. At the completion of their log, they will receive a raffle ticket. For every extra two hours of reading, another raffle ticket will also be awarded. All tickets must be turned in by August 13.

Teens and adults ages 13+ must fill out a book review for every book or two magazines read (or audio book listened to), and turn it in

Children sign up for the summer reading program at the Huntington Public Library. (Photo

by Amy Porter)

See Reading Program, Page 3

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We’ve regularly reviewed staff tions, often have to look outside turnover over the past few years the district. Thus we’ve had a and reported those findings to the number of teachers become prinschool committee. Despite our best cipals, principals become superinefforts at retaining staff in various tendents or pupil services direcpositions throughout the district, tors, and paraprofessionals and a cadre of long-serving staff become certified as teachers. members, we still lose some very Reflecting a growing trend is the dedicated and highly effective staff number of staff members leaving members. for similar jobs in other districts There appear to be a few major due to factors such as better benreasons that people leave efits, better pay, being closer to Gateway’s employment, with the their home and children’s schools, DR. DAVID number one reason being retirement or opportunities to try something HOPSON (well over a third of all staff over the different. It’s hard to compete with last several years). Many of those who have being able to drive only 5 or 10 minutes to retired have spent most, if not all, of their work, and getting the same or higher pay, for careers at Gateway and all have certainly staff who have been driving 50 or more minearned the right to retire and enjoy life without utes to work at Gateway. Even without a raise the need to respond to the morning alarm clock. in pay, the savings in fuel and wear and tear on However, some of our retirees don’t complete- their vehicles is significant, not to mention the ly leave us as we have some who substitute for savings in commuting hours. the district, others who continue to work on a The last reason that people leave is because part time basis, and still more who volunteer they’re asked to because of a reduction in force within the district. All of these help offset the due to budgetary constraints, because their conloss of institutional knowledge and the vast tracts were not renewed for various reasons, or experience our retirees have with the district. because of poor performance. Thankfully the Dr. David Hopson number of people leaving for these reasons has The second biggest reason people leave is to been very small in the past several years. move into new positions in other school sysFor whatever reason people leave, it’s always tems. Some of these occur because we have so a costly process if the decision is made to few administrative positions so teachers who replace them (and recently the district has been wish to move into administration, or adminis- replacing fewer of the staff we have lost). I trators wanting to move into central office posi- believe the greatest cost is the loss of experi-

enced staff who have a connection to Gateway, other staff, and especially our students. That experience takes years to gain and may be the reason behind the many studies showing that a stable and experienced staff make for a better school system. However, there are also financial costs: the cost of advertising, interviewing, doing reference checks, providing mentoring, professional development, and benefits. We have been fortunate to date to find talented people who are willing to come to Gateway to fill various positions but, as with all schools, this depends to a great extent on what positions we’re filling. Positions in mathematics, science, counseling, special education, and administration often have few applicants while other positions tend to have significant numbers of applicants (English, social studies, elementary). The determining factor is not how many candidates one gets, but that one gets highly qualified applicants who wish to come to Gateway. As with any job, the more qualifications required, the more difficult the position, and the more lucrative other, similar jobs are, tend to reduce the potential applicant pool.

With the somewhat negative public discourse about education over the past decade, some areas of the country are seeing a real shortage of educators as more and more people opt for another career field when deciding what to major in during college. While there is much work being done in this area, we will have to wait for some time to see if these efforts begin to pay dividends.

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Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden hosts their Annual Musical Moments Concert Series WESTFIELD — Amelia Park Ice Arena & Garden is proud to host their Annual Musical Moments Concert Series every Tuesday night at 6:30pm in Amelia’s Garden, that started Tuesday, June 7. The concerts are FREE and allow everyone to enjoy local musical talents and the beautiful Amelia’s Garden. Fans are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets. The concerts are held rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are moved inside to Amelia Park Ice Arena.

Below is the schedule for this year: July 12 Agawam Melody Band — 30’s & 40’s Favorites July 19 Richie Mitnick & The Sound of Music Singers — Favorites July 26 Old Country Road — Vintage & Bluegrass August 2 Charlie Galvin Band — Soft Rock August 9 Dan Kane and Friends — Broadway August 16 special time 6pm Russell Mountain Gang — Bluegrass August 23 special time 6pm Cory & the Knightsmen Band — Favorites www.ameliaparkice.org.

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Escaped inmate turns himself in at Arkansas bar, has a beer PARIS, Ark. (AP) — An inmate who escaped a northwestern Arkansas jail, showed up at a nearby bar a week later, ordered a beer and declared he was turning himself in.

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that 45-year-old Shaun Higham turned up Tuesday night at Mitch’s Place in Paris, about 6 miles from the Logan County Jail. He was wearing a dirty prison uniform and covered in insect bites.

Logan County Sheriff Boyd Hicks says there had been no sightings of Higham since he picked a lock and fled the county jail on June 28.

The bar’s owner called police, saying Higham was there and that he wanted to turn himself in. Higham was drinking a beer when police arrived. He surrendered without incident.

Paris is about 90 miles northwest of Little Rock.

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Thursday, July 7, the 189th day of 2016. There are 177 days left in the year.

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n July 7, 1976, President and Mrs. Gerald R. Ford hosted a White House dinner for Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. The United States Military Academy at West Point included female cadets for the first time as 119 women joined the Class of 1980.

ON THIS DATE:

In 1846, U.S. annexation of California was proclaimed at Monterey after the surrender of a Mexican garrison.

In 1865, four people were hanged in Washington, D.C., for conspiring with John Wilkes Booth to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln: Lewis Powell (aka Lewis Payne), David Herold, George Atzerodt and Mary Surratt, the first woman to be executed by the U.S. federal government.

In 1898, the United States annexed Hawaii.

In 1919, the first Transcontinental Motor Convoy, in which a U.S. Army convoy of motorized vehicles crossed the United States, departed Washington, D.C. (The trip ended in San Francisco on Sept. 6, 1919.)

In 1937, the Second Sino-Japanese War erupted into fullscale conflict as Imperial Japanese forces attacked the Marco Polo Bridge in Beijing.

In 1946, Jimmy Carter, 21, married Rosalynn (ROH’-zuhlihn) Smith, 18, in Plains, Georgia.

Also in 1946, Italian-born Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini was canonized as the first American saint by Pope Pius XII. In 1948, six female U.S. Navy reservists became the first women to be sworn in to the regular Navy.

In 1954, Elvis Presley made his radio debut as Memphis, Tennessee, station WHBQ played his first recording for

Sun Records, “That’s All Right.”

In 1969, Canada’s House of Commons gave final approval to the Official Languages Act, making French equal to English throughout the national government.

In 1981, President Ronald Reagan announced he was nominating Arizona Judge Sandra Day O’Connor to become the first female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.

In 1987, Lt. Col. Oliver North began his long-awaited public testimony at the Iran- Contra hearing, telling Congress that he had “never carried out a single act, not one,” without authorization.

In 1990, the first “Three Tenors” concert took place as opera stars Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo and Jose Carreras performed amid the brick ruins of Rome’s Baths of Caracalla on the eve of the World Cup championship.

TEN YEARS AGO:

Over Chinese and Russian objections, Japan introduced a draft U.N. Security Council resolution to sanction North Korea for test-launching a series of missiles. (The Council unanimously adopted a compromise resolution on July 15.) Syd Barrett, co-founder of Pink Floyd, died in Cambridge, England, at age 60.

FIVE YEARS AGO:

Rupert Murdoch’s media empire unexpectedly jettisoned News of the World, Britain’s best-selling Sunday newspaper, after a public backlash over claims it had used phone hacking and other illegal tactics to expose the rich and famous, royals and ordinary citizens. A Texas Rangers fan, 39-year-old Shannon Stone, died from a fatal fall when reaching out to grab a baseball tossed his way by All-Star outfielder Josh Hamilton during a Rangers game. “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” the final movie based on the wizard fantasy books, debuted in London on its way to becoming the year’s top-grossing movie.

ONE YEAR AGO:

President Barack Obama met at the White House with the head of Vietnam’s Communist Party, Nguyen Phu Trong, as the U.S. pressed ahead to conclude talks on a groundbreaking Asia-Pacific economic pact. Subway said it had mutually agreed with Jared Fogle to suspend their relationship after the home of the sandwich chain’s longtime pitchman was raided by federal and state investigators.

(Fogle later pleaded guilty to one count each of distributing and receiving child porn and traveling to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a child, and was sentenced to more than 15 years in prison.) Three people were shot to death in a Baltimore neighborhood near the University of Maryland campus.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS:

Musician-conductor Doc Severinsen is 89. Pulitzer Prizewinning author David McCullough is 83. Rock star Ringo Starr is 76. Rock musician Jim Rodford is 75. Comedian Bill Oddie is 75. Singer-musician Warren Entner (The Grass Roots) is 73. Actor Joe Spano is 70. Pop singer David Hodo (The Village People) is 69. Country singer Linda Williams is 69. Actress Shelley Duvall is 67. Actress Roz Ryan is 65. Actor Billy Campbell is 57. Actor Robert Taylor is 56. Rock musician Mark White (Spin Doctors) is 54.

Singer-songwriter Vonda Shepard is 53. Actor-comedian Jim Gaffigan is 50. Rhythm-and-blues musician Ricky Kinchen (Mint Condition) is 50. Actress Amy Carlson is 48. Actress Jorja Fox is 48. Actress Cree Summer is 47.

Actress Robin Weigert is 47. Actress Kirsten Vangsness is 44. Actor Troy Garity is 43. Actress Berenice Bejo is 40.

Actor Hamish Linklater is 40. Olympic silver and bronze medal figure skater Michelle Kwan is 36. Rapper Cassidy is 34. Country singer Gabbie Nolen is 34. Actor Ross Malinger is 32. Pop singer Ally Hernandez (Fifth Harmony) (TV: “The X Factor”) is 23. Pop musician Ashton Irwin (5 Seconds to Summer) is 22. Country singer Maddie Marlow (Maddie and Tae) is 21.

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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS THURSDAY, JULY 7 WESTFIELD Personnel Action Committee at 6:25 pm

MONDAY, JULY 11 TOLLAND Men’s Coffee at PSC Building at 7:45 am

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

WESTFIELD Council on Aging meeting is cancelled

TUESDAY, JULY 12 TOLLAND Council on Aging at 9 am Conserv Comm Open Office Hours & Business Meeting at 3 pm

CORRECTION SOUTHWICK — Southwick residents will only be able to use their non-essential outdoor water before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on a specific day. The day depends upon which region of the town residents live in. The MassDEP and Southwick DPW have formed the schedule seen below:

Questions and answers continue following session. (Photo by Amy Porter)

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Continued from Page 1 they will fix the drainage at the intersection of Paper Mill and Joseph Avenue.

Cressotti said they are also talking about adding crosswalks and additional sidewalks at that same intersection, which currently has a four-way stop. Some residents suggested also adding sidewalks and a crosswalk from Walker Avenue across the street to the playground at the school. Cressotti said the engineers would take another look at it.

Several residents expressed concern about the truck traffic on Paper Mill, and the speed of vehicles on the road. Onyski offered to go with residents and present their concerns to the Traffic Commission, after Cressotti said he did not know how they could inhibit truck traffic on the right of way. He said previous studies had found 3% of traffic from multi-axle trucks, but significant traffic from trucks with two axles and six wheels.

Regarding traffic speed, Cressotti said the Westfield Police Department had done an assessment, and found out of 1,000 cars per day, only five were speeding. Most of the approximately 40 residents in the room reacted with disbelief to the results of the study.

Following the presentation, residents gathered around the plans, and continued the discussion. Chris Chabin, who was studying the plans, said while he lives in another area of the city, he had come to gather information for his in-laws who have lived in the neighborhood for 55 years. An assistant city engineer in Chicopee, Chabin said Cressotti answered all his questions at the session. He said his in-laws told him there has been talk of sewers in the neighborhood for decades.

“I think it’s very good that something’s happening,” said James Cassidy of Joseph Avenue. He said his septic system was replaced 11 years ago, so he’ll probably wait, but he said he would like to be involved in where the sewer will hook up Westfield resident Chris Chabin studies plans following the information session on Wednesday. (Photo by Amy Porter) to his property.

• Monday – North Region, odd number properties • Tuesday – North Region, even number properties • Wednesday – South Region, odd number properties • Thursday – South Region, even number properties

Ward 1 Meeting with Westfield City Councilor Mary Ann Babinski Councilor Mary Ann Babinski has scheduled a meeting for Ward 1 residents on Tuesday, July 19. This 6:30 p.m. meeting will take place at the Liberty Manor Community Center located at 74 Russellville Road.

All Ward 1 Residents are welcome to attend. Residents are encouraged to ask questions, offer feedback and voice their concerns. Contact: m.babinski@cityofwestfield.org or 413568-8562.

E-Z Pass Give-Away at the Westfield Senior Center WESTFIELD — Massachusetts is preparing to transition to all-electronic tolling later this year. Drivers who do not have an E-Z Pass Transponder, will be sent a bill for going through a ‘toll gantry.’ The bill will contain a surcharge to cover the cost of mailing it to the address linked to the license plate. To avoid the extra costs associated with mailing out bills, State officials are encouraging drivers to get an E-Z Pass Transponder.

Toward that end, the Department of Transportation will be at the Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Street, on Thursday, July 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to assist with applications and distribution of E-Z Pass Transponders. Applicants will need their car registration, $20 to open the account (either check or credit card), and a photo identification such as a driver’s license. The Transponder itself is free. Participants of any age from Westfield and the surrounding communities are welcome.

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for a raffle ticket.

Prizes include book and art baskets, t-shirt sets, tickets for Magic Wings, Berkshire Museum, Eric Carle Museum and the Big E, and gift certificates to Emma’s Every Day Gourmet and Classic Burger, among others.

Nareau said children and adults may sign up any time before the end date. She said generally the library has as many as 40 children, 10-15 teenagers and 20 adults in the program.

Award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb kicked off the summer reading program at the Huntington Public Library on Wednesday. (Photo by Amy Porter)

Jenny Doser, owner of Relax. Rinse. Repeat. says her all-natural bug away spray flies off her shelves at the Westfield Farmers’ Market.

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and Neal Liptak, acoustic music, from 4 to 6 p.m. All performances are sponsored by the Westfield Cultural Council.

“We also encourage patrons to visit the market tent and sign up for the customer loyalty card which allows customers to enter a drawing after six visits to the market,” said Randzio, noting Cal Craft Relishes is donating a gift basket for the drawing this week.

“Farmers’ market gift certificates are also available for sale at the market tent,” said Randzio.

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COMMENT Letter to the Editor To Whom it May Concern- We are a group of parents who have tragically lost children to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), have children with known heart conditions, or are individuals concerned about the well-being of Massachusetts children.

Senate Bill 1191 mandates that automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are present in all Massachusetts public schools, at any event at the school (including morning or evening activities), and that there is someone available on the school premises who knows how to operate one (which is simple, by the way).

According to the American Heart Association, currently there are approximately 386 schools in Massachusetts without one AED. Having an AED present is a simple safety measure akin to having smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and epi-pens present in all schools. We wouldn’t dream of “not” having these available for our children in this day and age.

We need your help to make sure that this life-saving Bill gets passed before the end of July when the Senators go into recess.

Currently, S1191 sits in the Senate Rules Committee where it needs to be voted on to move onto the floor for the final vote.

If S1191 dies in Rules, we will need to begin again in September which leaves 386 schools & innumerable children vulnerable to tragedy.

Every 2.5 days in the U.S. a young person dies from a sudden cardiac arrest. Thousands of children die worldwide every year from sudden cardiac arrest from different causes including undiagnosed heart conditions or physical causes.

Tragically, in Nov. 2010, 16 year old Michael Ellsessar from Sutton, passed away following a hard blow to the chest while playing high school football (#99) (commotio cordis), causing him to go into SCA. There was no AED available at the field and the ambulance was 15 minutes away! CPR alone was not enough to save this amazing young athlete, friend, teammate, band mate, boyfriend, best friend, neighbor, employee, son, brother, cousin, nephew, grandson and much, much more! His family believes that had an AED been on the bench – Mike would be with us today…

In 2012, then Gov. Patrick signed “Michael’s Law” (S2132 which had been S218) which instituted a Medical Emergency Response Plan for Schools across the Commonwealth! Sadly, the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) aspect of these bills was removed but encouraged!

This terrible tragedy (SCA) has also claimed the life of Mike’s younger brother, Timothy (18 years old) this past July 29th while boating and swimming with his oldest brother Pat on Lake Manghaug in Douglas. Two of these three sons’ futures were robbed of them by sudden and tragic accidents both ending in cardiac events.

We are coming up on the 5th year anniversary of two Massachusetts youths’ untimely deaths, occurring unbelievably one week apart. Kevin Major from Westfield, 19, a gifted hockey player, also known for his big brown eyes and infectious grin, also participated in baseball, lacrosse, and golf.

Everyone who knew Kevin, knew he lived his life and played with a “Big Heart.” Unfortunately, on July 11, 2011, Kevin lost his life due to a preexisting, undetected heart condition. Kevin passed away while enjoying a beautiful day swimming with friends.

Seven days later, 12 year old Josh Thibodeau collapsed doing what he loved best, playing soccer with his friends and brothers.

The coaches at the camp that he was attending, promptly and correctly called 911, with EMS located across the street. Sadly, despite great effort, Josh was not able to be revived, and passed away. Located a few feet away from where Josh collapsed was an AED locked up in a nearby snack shack. One can’t help wonder if the outcome would have been different for Josh if this AED was available. Josh could be described as a joyful, sensitive, freckle-faced goofball, who loved his family, friends, and sports, particularly soccer.

Sudden cardiac arrest is indiscriminate as to age, race or gender. Cardiovascular disease is the second leading medical cause of death in children and adolescents in the United States.(Center for Disease Control (CDC) National Vital Statistics Report for 2005, published April 2008, Volume 56, Number 10).

Unbelievably, Josh Thibodeau’s younger brother, Adam, also a soccer player and the picture of health (like most children with hidden heart conditions), was diagnosed with a completely different heart condition than Josh. 1/500 people have the condition that Josh had called HCM, and 1/2500 people have Adam’s condition, Long QT Syndrome. Cardiac conditions in children are not so rare.

Sterling resident, Ben Godbout, is a friend and soccer teammate of Adam. Ben lives a mere 12 miles away from the Thibodeau family. Like Adam, Ben was diagnosed with a heart condition. Ben is an outstanding goalie as well as a talented guitarist. Both boys will enter Wachusett Regional High School in the Fall.

AEDs save lives, as was the case of Tyler Symes from Millville! Tyler was a 15 yr old athlete who had a freak accident while playing a sport he loved. Tyler was a freshman who skated on the first line of the varsity hockey team. While Tyler was defending, he took a puck to his chest. He skated for about another 20 seconds then collapsed. Tyler did not have any previous heart problems. He suffered from commotio cordis which sent him into cardiac arrest. Thankfully, the athletic trainer had grabbed the AED before leaving the school. Within seconds they began CPR on Tyler and the AED saved him. Tyler has made a full recovery, has graduated from high school, went to Poster and Chester, and now works as an electrical apprentice.

The AED made all of this possible.

All parents and guardians deserve the peace of mind of knowing that, should their child succumb to a hidden heart condition, or endure a life-threatening blow to the chest, that an AED is present, with someone there who knows how to use it.

Burying a child, a friend, a classmate, because technology (an AED costing only $1000) is unavailable is unacceptable.

Period.

How can you help?

• Email your Senator and Representative and ask that this common-sense, life-saving Bill gets passed now (mass.gov/).

• Join us at OUR State House on Thursday, July 7th at 10 a.m.

We will meet at Nurse’s Hall and then go to previously arranged Senator appointments. Please try to set up an appointment with your Senator for this day as soon as possible.

• Please share this information with family, friends, or anyone you know who cares about the well-being of children.

With heartfelt thanks, Deb and Ralph Thibodeau The Josh Thibodeau Helping Hearts Foundation Holden, MA Susan Canning and Shannon Small KEVS Foundation Westfield, MA Barri Lynn and Stephen Godbout Sterling, MA John and Luann Ellsessar The Michael T. Ellsessar Memorial Fund Sutton, MA Dawn and Ben Symes Millville, MA Grace Soultanian and Elizabeth Epkins Heartstrong Foundation Lunenburg, MA

Lynch says DOJ will not pursue charges against Clinton The announcement comes just hours before FBI Director Comey will testify before Congress.

By KAREY VAN HALL Politico.com U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch on Wednesday said the Justice Department has decided not to pursue charges against Hillary Clinton or her aides and will close the investigation into her use of a private email server during her tenure as secretary of state.

The announcement comes a day after FBI Director James Comey held a press conference in which he said “no reasonable prosecutor” would pursue a case against Clinton, even though she and her staff were “extremely careless” in their handling of classified material.

Lynch's statement provides further relief to Clinton, whose presidential campaign has been dogged by the email scandal, which spawned myriad probes and lawsuits, some of which will continue even as the DOJ’s investigation ends.

“Late this afternoon, I met with FBI Director James Comey and career prosecutors and agents who conducted the investigation of Secretary Hillary Clinton’s use of a personal email system during her time as Secretary of State,” Lynch said. “I received and accepted their unanimous recommendation that the thorough, year-long investigation be closed and that no charges be brought against any individuals within the scope of the investigation.”

Lynch had previously said that she would accept the FBI’s recommendation, a declaration that came after Lynch came under fire for an impromptu meeting she had with former President Bill Clinton on an airport tarmac late last month.

Donald Trump seized on that meeting and a later New York Times article that said Clinton would consider keeping Lynch in her current role as evidence the system was “rigged” in Clinton’s favor and that Lynch had been bribed.

"I'm not knocking the attorney general," Trump said during a rally in North Carolina on Tuesday night. "What I'm saying is how can you say that? It's a bribe. The attorney general is sitting there saying, 'If I get Hillary off the hook, I'm going to have more years or eight more years, but if she loses I'm out of a job.' It's a bribe. It's a disgrace."

Trump again hammered Clinton during his rally in Ohio on

Wednesday night, using the "Crooked Hillary" moniker before moving on to other topics such as Saddam Hussein and his disdain for CNN. Clinton’s camp, meanwhile, expressed its eagerness to move past the email scandal. “With the AG accepting Director Comey's recommendation, this case is resolved, no matter Republicans' attempts to continue playing politics," spokesman Brian Fallon said in a tweet Wednesday evening.

The formal announcement from Lynch is hitting just hours before Comey is due to testify before the House Oversight Committee, which is expected to grill the FBI director about the decision to not recommend charges.

Comey on Tuesday delivered a scathing assessment of Clinton’s choice to not only use multiple private email servers, but to use her private email extensively while in the territory of sophisticated adversaries.

He also said that there was no “direct evidence” that Clinton’s email server was successfully hacked, but that investigators concluded that “it is possible that hostile actors gained access to Secretary Clinton’s personal e-mail account.”

While he provided plenty of fodder for Republicans eager to further damage Clinton’s trustworthiness among voters, Comey said there were doubts about a successful prosecution.

“Although there is evidence of potential violations of the statutes regarding the handling of classified information, our judgment is that no reasonable prosecutor would bring such a case,” he said.

Clinton’s use of a private email server and account emerged in March 2015, before she formally declared her presidential bid. She has consistently contended she only used the private email server as a matter of convenience and that she never sent or received messages that were classified at the time.

However, she also later apologized and said she would have taken a different approach to her email.

Comey on Tuesday not only used harsh language in describing Clinton’s email practices — he also directly contradicted several of Clinton’s statements about her server.

The conflicts included Comey’s statement that the FBI had found at least 110 emails that were classified at the time Clinton sent or received them, and that the FBI has proof that she did not turn over “thousands” of work-related messages to the State Department — and that there could be many more that will remain undiscovered.

Sanders explains why Democrats booed him

By NICK GASS Politico.com Bernie Sanders has an explanation for why he faced down some booing from House Democrats earlier Wednesday: “Because we look at the world a little bit differently.”

The Vermont senator told CNN’s Wolf Blitzer, who noted that it reportedly came in the same meeting as members inquired as to why he has not yet endorsed Hillary Clinton, that the reported situation was “a bit of an exaggeration, but we have differences of opinion.”

“What I’m trying to do and the reason I ran for president is to help transform this country. To deal with income and wealth, inequality a declining middle class, the fact that so many of the young people leaving school deeply in debt,” Sanders said, before expressing approval of Clinton’s policy announcement Wednesday combining his higher-education proposals with hers.

But as far as whether that is enough to endorse Clinton, Sanders remained noncommittal to the term.

“We are working on other issues. Look — at the end of the day, what I believe is that this country faces enormous problems,” Sanders continued. “We need a president, we need a Congress who are prepared to address those problems. A Congress that is prepared to take on big money interests. And that is what I am fighting for. And that’s what I fought for from day one.”

Asked if he is still fighting for the Democratic nominee to be elected president, Sanders responded, “Am I fighting to make sure that a Democrat is elected president? You bet your bottom dollar on that.”

Clinton has won the nomination, Blitzer said.

“She is the presumptive candidate, absolutely,” Sanders responded.

As far as the FBI’s announcement from Tuesday on Clinton’s

email activity, Sanders said it showed “serious problems” but rejected the notion from House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) that Clinton should not have access to classified information as the nominee.

Sanders later said that he is “quite sure” Clinton should have access to classified information as the Democratic nominee.

“What about Donald Trump?” Blitzer asked. Sanders responded, “I suppose he should, as well.”

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Obituaries http://thewestfieldnews.com/category/obituaries Lisa H. Popko WESTFIELD – Lisa H. (Koziol) Popko, 57, passed away on July 5, 2016 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born in Westfield to the late Walter and Helen (Lajewski) Koziol and was a 1977 graduate of Westfield High School and also attended Holyoke Community College. Lisa was employed by Columbia Mfg. for 35 years, retiring as a bookkeeper and sales associate. She loved to travel to warm places, especially to the Caribbean and she enjoyed skiing and hockey and was an avid sports enthusiast, but mostly loved being a “Babcia”. Lisa is survived by her loving children, James T. Popko, Jr. and his wife Sarah E. of Florence and Dana L. Bein and her husband Michael of Westfield, her cherished grandson James T. Popko, III and numerous family and friends. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday from 2-5 PM in the Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield, MA. Donations in lieu of flowers in Lisa’s name may be directed to the charity of one’s choice. www.firtionadams.com

Josephine L. Crean WESTFIELD – Josephine L. (Lenza) Crean, 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Westfield to the late Angelo and Lily (Morgano) Lenza. She was a lifelong resident of Westfield and was a 1944 graduate of St. Mary’s High School.

She was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Church, a member of their senior choir and a soloist for over 50 years. She also sang with the Do Re Mi Singers, and was a member of the Confraternity of the Holy Rosary. Jo was employed by Steiger’s in Westfield for 13 years, was a founding member of the St. Rocco’s Woman’s Auxiliary, and a member of the Westfield Senior Center. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting and baking. She was happiest surrounded by her family. If she wasn’t spending time at a family party, she was bragging about her boys! Jo is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, James R. Crean of Westfield, her loving children, James J. Crean and his wife Carole of Westfield, Paul A. Crean and his wife Lisa of Medford, OR, Stephen R. Crean and his wife Kim of Agawam, Dr. William T. Crean and his husband Glenn Fitzgerald of Lakewood, CA and Christopher M. Crean and his wife Lisa of Westfield. She also leaves her twelve cherished grandchildren, James, Michael, Jennifer, Danielle, Jacob, Rianna, Courtney, Kayla, C.J., Joey, Bobby and Cailyn. She is also survived by her sister Gertrude Harrington and her husband Carl of Westfield, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Lenza, Benny Lenza, and Paul Lenza. Jo’s funeral will be held on Saturday at 9:30AM from the Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10:30AM in St. Mary’s Church, Bartlett St. Westfield. Rites of Committal will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Southampton Rd. Westfield.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 4-7PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in the name of Josephine L. Crean may be directed to the D’Amour Cancer Society, 3350 Main St. Springfield, MA 01107. www.firtionadams.com

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Summer Show Tunes Little Shop of Horrors in Pittsfield Pittsfield’s Colonial Theatre will host musical theatre’s favorite man-eating plant, when Berkshire

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Ethan Heard, the wunderkind director, who staged Berkshire Theatre Group’s Bells Are Ringing and A Little Night Music, returns to the Berkshire Theatre Group to direct Little Shop of Horrors.

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phy for Bells Are Ringing and Goodspeed’s A Wonderful Life, provides the dances.

Roger Corman’s 1960 lowbudget black comedy film about a florist’s worker, who bonds withs a man-eating plant, was a cult favorite, and Alan Menken and Howard Ashman transformed Little Shop of Horrors into a hit OffBroadway musical in 1982,

which ran for over five years.

It moved uptown to Broadway, was adapted into a hit movie, and got an Encores revival on Broadway last summer with original cast member Ellen Greene recreating the role of Audrey opposite Jake Gyllenhaal as Seymour.

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Players return to Sevenars in Worthington, MA on July 17, with music for flute and strings. The program includes a vibrant quintet by Kuhlau (sometimes called “the Danish Beethoven”), the beautiful Impresiones de la Puna by Argentine composer Ginastera (for the 100th anniversary of his birth), and much more. For details: www.sevenars.org The Hartford Symphony Orchestra’s Talcott Mountain Music Festival celebrates the classics on July 15 (Raindate: July 16) in Simsbury, CT. HSO Maestro Carolyn Kuan conducts, and the program includes Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade, and Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17 with soloist Andrew Armstrong. For details: 86-9875900 or www.hartfordsymphony.org.

The Merchant of Venice, Shakespeare’s controversial drama about divided love, a tragic history, and an infamous wager, plays Shakespeare and Company in Lenox through August 21.

Tina Packer directs; Jonathan Epstein plays Shylock. For details: 413-637-3353 or www.shakespeare.org.

Sarah Elizabeth Charles, the Springfield native who has become an up-and-coming vocalist and composer returns to her native Springfield with pianist Jarrett Cherner, to perform at The Secret Garden Party at The Shops at Marketplace in downtown Springfield on July 13. Her appearance is is a collaboration between Girls Just Wanna Have Fun , The Shops at Marketplace and The American Women’s College of Bay Path University. For details: www.thesecretgarden.eventbrite.com Bakersfield Mist, Stephen Sachs’ play about what is art and how one determines its value, is next at Northampton’s New Century Theatre (through July 9). Sam Rush directs. For details: 413-585-3220 or www.newcenturytheatre.org. ­­­——— Mark G. Auerbach studied theatre at American University and the Yale School of Drama. He’s worked for arts organizations and reported on theatre for newspapers and radio.

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Anthony Schabowski tries to make the tag at third.

District 2 Little League 11-year-old championship teams chosen

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent Westfield National 9, Agawam 0 The District 2 Little League 11-year-old championship on Saturday will feature a battle of two teams from the Whip City. Westfield National was able to make that happen as they cruised past Agawam 9-0 at Paper Mill Field.

Jumping on the Agawam pitching right from the beginning of the game put Westfield National in a great position.

“We came out and put three runs on them in the first, which was a nice start,” said Westfield National Manager Shane Collins.

The three-run bottom of the first inning featured a hit from Anthony Schabowski followed by a groundout RBI from Ryder Pieczarka.

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Josh Mayo tries for the tag at first. with his single. Pieczarka then hit a two-run blast to really open up the game.

Westfield National was then able to add on more insurance runs in the bottom of the fourth. Lisowski drove in Nate Goodwin with a double. Cody Collins stepped up to the plate and singled to allow Lisowski to cross home plate. Schabowski produced the ninth and final run with a single that scored Collins.

Similarly to Westfield American, the offense was certainly strong but the pitching for Westfield National was close to match.

Josh Mayo earned the start on the mound as he went the first three innings and struck out seven Agawam batters. Pieczarka finished off the rest of the game with five strikeouts. The duo of Mayo and Pieczarka combined for a three-hitter.

“They had total control of the game the whole time,” said Collins. “We made every play behind them so it was really good to see.”

Collins is more than pleased with his team’s performance and the fact their goal has become a reality.

“We took care of business today, they wanted to get back to the final,” said Collins. “It should be a lot of fun Saturday.”

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SUMMER SPORTS SCHEDULES Thursday, July 7 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield National (11-12-Year-Olds) at Westfield American, Ralph E. Sanville Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m.

Gateway (7-9-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 5:45 p.m.

Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) at Agawam, 6 p.m.

Friday, July 8 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 SEMIFINALS (9-10-Year-Olds) Teams/Sites TBD, 6 p.m.

Saturday, July 9 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 CHAMPIONSHIP (10-11-Year-Olds) Teams/Site/Time TBD DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT

Gateway (7-9-Year-Olds) vs.

Belchertown, 10 a.m.

SECTIONAL TOURNAMENT District 2 Juniors Winner at District 8, Site/Time TBD LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL Westfield (9-10-Year-Olds) at Easthampton, Sadie Know Sunday, July 10 LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT Westfield (7-9-Year-Olds) at Southampton, 10 a.m.

DISTRICT 2 TOURNAMENT (11-12-Year-Olds) No. 4 seed at No. 1 seed No. 3 seed at No. 2 seed JUNIORS SECTIONAL Teams TBD LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL Westfield (9-10-Year-Olds) vs.

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TEKOA GOLF RESULTS Championship Division1st- Bryce Piemonte & Bob Lareau 33.5 2nd- Lee Albertson & Josh Holt 37.5 3rd- Mike Slyne & Scott Martin 33.5 4th- Jay Nomakeo & Jared Goss 31.5

3rd Division 1st- Todd Bosworth & Eric Pericolosi 38.5 2nd- Jim Dickson & Ruth Dickson 35.5 3rd- Gerry Banach & Mike Cove 34 4th- Kirk Tewksbury & Pete Grimaldi 31

4th Division1st Divison1st- Jack Blascak & Dave Galczynski 1st- Bird Leal & Rattler Rivard 33 2nd- Robert Wichowski & Joe Groth 35 2nd- Tony Chiba & Don Lapoint 35 38.5 T - 3rd - Tim McCluskey & Paul Newton 3rd- Joe Gorneault & John Vurovecz 34.5 32.5 Ted Leal & Al Rossi 34.5 4th- Steve Giroux & Keven Slyne 32 2nd Divison1st- John Lewis & Bernie Demeo 37 2nd- Ake Lusa & Bob Lottermoser 39 T 3rd - Jim Tinker & Tom Garvin 32.5 Jamie Frisbie & Chris Hourihan

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1st Place Dick Williams & Ron Sena 2nd Place Ed West & Harry Pease 3rd Place John Kidrick & Erroll Nichols 4th Place Bill Lawry & Dave Giles 5th Place Bob Berniche & Fred Rogers 6th Place Ray West & Harpo Czarnecki

7th Place Joe Hebda & Harry Thompson 8th Place Gene Theroux & Jack Kennedy 9th Place Al Szenda & Jim Johnson 10th Place Dave Liberty & Jim French 11th Place Bill Wallinovich & Fran Siska 12th Place Barry Slattery & Bob McCarthy 13th Place Bill Murphy & Jerry Tomasko 13th Place Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning 14th Place Angelo Mascadrelli & Frank Kamlowski 15th Place Bill Frothingham & Carl Haas 16th Place Butch Rines & Gary Marcoulier 17th Place Mike Clark & Terry Clark 17th Place Jack Leary & Jim Liptak 18th Place Ron Bonyeau & Mike Ripa

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Babe Ruth Baseball World Series tickets on sale now WESTFIELD — The Babe Ruth Baseball World Series is coming to Westfield, August 11 – 18. Now is the time to step up to the plate to support Greater Westfield Babe Ruth by purchasing tickets in advance at discount prices.

Admission passes for the entire tournament—all 25 games—are $20 for individuals and $45 for families. A family pass admits two adults and up to four children. After June 30th, prices will increase to $25 for an individual pass and $60 for a family pass.

Single day admission tickets during the World Series will be $10.

Tickets can be purchased from any league player or ordered through our World Series web site at www.WestfieldWorldSeries.com. Tickets will be mailed to you. Tickets are also available for immediate pick up at the following locations: Cassin Insurance located at 104 Elm Street and Westfield Bank branches located at 560 East Main Street (near Home Depot) and 300 Southampton Road (Northside).

Plans are in the works for a ticket sales blitz on Saturday, June 12th. Greater Westfield Babe Ruth players and coaches will be at businesses throughout Westfield and Southwick that day selling World Series tickets. Please watch for more news about locations where we will be selling tickets.

The World Series will feature ten teams of 14-year-old Babe Ruth players, including teams representing the eight regional divisions of the U.S. and Canada, the Western MA State Champion team, and a host team from Greater Westfield Babe Ruth.

Volunteers are still needed for a variety of tasks. See www.westfieldworldseries.com for more information and to sign up to help out.

Introducing WOW’s Slugger Sam WESTFIELD — Westfield Creative Arts (WCA) together with Westfield on Weekends, Inc. (WOW) announces their newest Buyer’s Choice character, which have been so popular during “Westfield’s Dickens Days” in December of each year. In honor of the Babe Ruth League’s World Series scheduled to take place in Westfield’s own Bullen’s Field August 9 – 19, 2016, please meet: “Slugger Sam,” the sixth in this series of collectables.

“The WOW Board decided, at the end of last year, rather than introducing this new character during Dickens Days 2015, to delay presentation of our next figure until the middle of this year to help build the excitement of Westfield’s hosting the Babe Ruth World Series this August,” explained Jay Pagluica, President of WOW. “The shoppe at the Rinnova Gallery has had a number of requests since last December about the arrival of the ‘next’ in this collectable series,” added Lester Walshin, Founder of WCA. Sam is ten inches tall and holds one end of a bat in his right hand. The emblem on his

uniform is a “W” – for our own historic Westfield Wheelmen. The price of one is $49.95, plus tax. The first shipment of 100 has been received but that won’t last long, so get your order in fast. All proceeds from this sale will be used to support the continuing community programs sponsored by WOW and WCA. “Sugger Sam” is prominently displayed in the Gallery Windows. Stop by the Rinnova Shoppe/Gallery to see “Sam” and/or place your order. Enjoy a variety of arts and crafts on display, including gourds, lamps, Westfield Note cards, jewelry and some truly beautiful pieces of art – all created by local and/or regional artists. The variety presented is as impressive as the quality.

Having relocated to the Rinnova Building at 105 Elm Street last year, WCA offers various adult classes in quilting, watercolor painting, oil painting, basket making, chair caning, knitting, crocheting, stained glass making, as well calligraphy. Interested? Please see our website: www.westfieldcreativearts.com or call us at 413-579-5967 with any questions or concerns.

-- ​Blue Divison Gross: Les Krokov-Matt krokov 70 Chris Strycharz-Bill Melo 71 Ron Humphrey-Dave Johnson 72 Net: Mike Bishop-Tom Daley 62 Pat Miles- Jeff Gavioli 64 Mike Barnes-Paul Bovat 66

Net: Tom Barthelette-Aaron McNabb 62 Dave Sheedy- Clyde St. Amand 63 Don Skelly- Pat Skelly 64 Ladies: Gross: Nancy Lancto-Lisa Strycharz 82

-White Division Gross: Mike Fila-Paul Stelzer 70 Tim Jacques-Jeff Fountain 76 Brian Lyman- Bob Gondek 76

Net; Bonnie Hart- Marie Nardi 67 Gail Grandon-Christine Consolini 69

Registration is Open for the 10th Annual Owl Club Golf Tournament WESTFIELD — Registration is now open for the 10th Annual Owl Club Golf Tournament, to be held Monday, August 1 at the Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, Mass.

All proceeds from the tournament benefit Westfield State University's varsity athletic programs. The tournament has become a significant fundraiser, and is a fixture with alumni, parents, corporate sponsors and other friends of Westfield State athletics.

This year's guest of honor is Jim Hagan '84, President and CEO of Westfield Bank. Jim is a current member, and past chairman, of the Westfield State University board of trustees.

He served as co-chair of the Access to Excellence Campaign, which helped fund construction of the Woodward Center.

To for more information and to register for the tournanment please visit our tournament page, or for sponsorship opportunities contact Dave Caspole at 413-572-5433.

2016 Valley Wheel Schedule PLAY BALL! Sunday games are played between 12:00 and 5:00 PM in the afternoon; Weeknight games start at 5:30 PM Rain Make-Up games are held on Wednesday or Thursday evenings.

Game 11 Game 12 Game 13 Game 14 Game 15 Play-Offs 4 at1; 3 at 2 Championship Game

Sunday, July 10 Wed-Th, July 13/14 or Wed-Th, July 20/21 Sunday, July 17 Sunday, July 24 Sunday, July 31 Sunday, August 7 3:00 PM Sunday, August 14 3:00 PM

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Since 1964 — Standings Week 13 of 22 Thursday, June 30, 2016 106 Cam Lewis – Bill Grise Jr. Division 1 105.5 Carlos Santos – Bill Grise Sr. 122.5 Randy Anderson – Bob Genereux 96 Mike Mahan – Joe Hebda 118 Mark Grenier – John LaRose 92 Bruce Kellogg – Richard Kellogg 116.5 Larry Cournoyer – Bob Bihler 115 Tom Massimino – Tim Huber Division 3 112.5 Tim Laramee – Dan Laramee 120.5 Joe Boutin – Henry Smith 112 Dan Harris – Shawn Bradley Mike Mulligan – Mike Soverow 112 Alan Velazquez – Ty Sherokow 118 113.5 Glenn Grabowski – Jeff Berger 107 Dave Dubois – Jim Elkins 111 Jason George – Dan Van Kruningan 105 Paul Brunetti – Ryan Maloney 108 Roy Barton – Bill Reinhagen 101.5 Rick Brown – Jim Cartwright 106.5 Jim Haas – Al Haas 91 Jessie Rasid – Al Nubile 105 Chris Fenton – Ryan Drobot 85 Mark Wilson – Paul Kvitek 102 Steve Benoit – Nick Stellato 99 Jason Fitzgerald – Steve Division 2 Tomaino 115 Ed Bielonko – Branden Bielonko 98 Jim Strycharz – Richard Roy 114.5 Jim Conroy – Fran Como 94.5 Dave Dover – Fuzzy Zoeller 113.5 Gary Gladu – Fran Dwyer 84 Bob Lewko – Donald Gauthier 113 Mark Logan – Joe Gaudette 113 Bob Collier – Don Clarke 112 Jay O’Sullivan – Rick Burke

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Westfield Seniors face off with Oxford at Hampton Ponds

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent WESTFIELD – The Westfield Seniors took a tough 14-2 loss in their sectional

Cody Garwacki went four innings strong for the Westfield Seniors.

game with Oxford at Hampton Ponds.

Connor Glynn provided the offense for Westfield with a two-run home run.

Cody Garwacki took the mound for

Westfield. Garwacki went four innings and had six strikeouts.

Moving forward, the Westfield Seniors will now play Friday in Scituate.

Cam Spurbert avoids the pickoff at first.

Connor Glynn tries to make the tag on Oxford’s Evan Bond.

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Tanner Beebe makes contact with the ball for Westfield.

Connor Glynn avoids the tag at first.

Westfield National and American play in semi-final games

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent WESTFIELD – The 11-year-old Westfield American team didn’t waste much time in their semi-final matchup with Longmeadow on Wednesday night. In under an hour, Westfield American defeated Longmeadow 11-0 in four innings at Ralph E. Sanville Field to advance to the Little League District 2 Championship on Saturday.

In the bottom of the fourth inning, Liam Poole hit his second two-run home run of the game to give Westfield American the 11-0 win and cut the game short. Poole’s first homer came in the bottom of third inning to put the lead at 6-0.

Poole wasn’t the only player to hit one over the fence as Jay Scherpa drilled a two-run shot to put Westfield American on the board in the bottom of the first inning. In that same inning just five batters later, Sean Roselli tripled to drive in a pair of runs and extend the score at 4-0.

Scott Hepburn also contributed with two hits and an RBI for Westfield American while Josh Wagner had a double and drove in a run as well.

As impressive as Westfield American was by stringing together 10 hits in the contest, their pitching was just as notable.

Jay Scherpa took the mound for Westfield American and was in complete control from start to finish. Going all four innings, Sherpa allowed no runs, on just one hit while striking out five.

“Jay threw a heck of a game,” said Westfield American Manager Tom Flaherty. “I think they got one hit up the middle and that was about it.”

Sherpa was able to keep his pitch count to below 50 as he

will now be available for Saturday’s title game against Westfield National. His ability to put up quick work on Longmeadow proved to pay off.

“He was extremely efficient today,” said Flaherty.

The playoff game for Westfield American wasn’t a typical regular season tilt as it was important to get the victory.

“We went 4-0, that doesn’t mean anything anymore,” said Flaherty. “It’s all about winning now.”

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Westfield American shakes hands with Longmeadow after an 11-0 victory. (Photo by Greg Fitzpatrick)

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, July 7, 2016: This year you might opt to head down a different path. The less reactive you are, the better off you will be. Others, even close loved ones, often can be controlling. Walk away from power plays. If you are single, getting past the beginning rituals of dating could be difficult if you start to be too controlling. In the next few months, an enticing new person might enter your life. If you are attached, you and your sweetie need to be more understanding of each other’s differences. Let go of “right and wrong” thinking. LEO presents a different attitude and lifestyle 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) HHH You could feel angry in the morning, as you can’t seem to figure out the source of an intense feeling. Pressure builds around a domestic or personal matter. Try to resolve the issue quickly, for your sake. Tonight: Keep in mind what you have to do over the next few days.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH Handle a family issue as quickly as possible. You might see an attempt at a power play fall flat. Don’t assume that this person is ready to give up. Feelings might be extraordinarily intense on both sides, which could cause another conflict to emerge. Tonight: Visit with friends.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH Watch how someone reacts to your intensity and your requests. Before you know it, you could be tied up in a power play. Proceed with care. The unexpected might occur and is likely to involve a friend. Maintain a sense of humor. Tonight: Avoid a pushy person.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH You know how to trigger a partner’s temper. If you see this person becoming controlling and difficult, stop and ask yourself how hard you are pressing this person; he or she could be lashing out at you. Back off for now. Tonight: Try for peace, even if it seems impossible.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHH Tempers flare, and you could bottom out quite quickly as a result. The unexpected seems to occur after having a discussion about traveling. You could be serious about a domestic matter and become reactive whenever someone does not honor your boundaries. Tonight: Out late.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Communication flourishes, making it hard to come to terms with a tense situation. You might wonder why you are saying the words that seem to keep coming out of your mouth. Someone could become very testy; being stubborn won’t help. Tonight: Speak your mind.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Try not to be as stubborn or as difficult as you have been lately. Though you can stand up to pressure and refuse to get involved in a power play, you easily could be drawn into someone else’s temper tantrum. Back away from this situation ASAP. Tonight: In the midst of a hassle.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH You’ll feel the need to take a stand on an issue that is close to your heart, but you might not like where you end up in this discussion. Understand where all the pressure is coming from.

You could find yourself in a controlling situation. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH You might want more separation between you and someone else. Your anger seems to emerge from out of the blue. You will need to understand what is going on with someone at a distance; his or her temper triggers easily. Tonight: You are not the only angry one!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH Others might be difficult, but you could be feeding this behavior with your own stubbornness or unwillingness to move past a problem. Someone seems to be misrepresenting an issue or not reading you properly; reach out to this person. Tonight: Head home early.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH Someone you look up to might be more difficult than what you have witnessed in a while. Give this person the space to open up and share what is on his or her mind. You are likely to say something quite offensive if you push too hard.

Tonight: Go along with a dear friend’s wishes.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Your energy could inadvertently invigorate others. What you are able to accomplish is likely to inspire those around you. Use caution with your

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This Pontiac Tempest is owned by Keith Cortis of Russell.

Greg and Janet Chaconas of Wilbraham found a shady spot to sit and talk about their vehicles at the Hot Rods for Heroes Car Show.

ORDER OF NOTICE To: Amanda R. Hines Individually and as Personal Representative of the Estate of Joseph E. Hines, Emilie R. Hines, Janea M. Barrett; Michael R. Hines and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. App. § 501 et seq.: Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Successor by merger to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc.

The 1941 Willys Jeep Chief is owned by Erwin Cepek of Westfield.

Jim Meissner of Russell brought his 1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible to the show.

Hot Rods for Heroes Car Show RUSSELL – Strathmore Park was the site of the annual “Hot Rods for Heroes” Car Show sponsored by the Blandford American Legion Post 356, June 25. The event was host to 125 classic and vintage beauties proudly displayed by their owners and restorers to the delight of the many car enthusiasts who visited the show.

Proceeds from the event will benefit area scholarship programs, veterans’ organizations and the Homeless Cat Shelter.

Ortiz hits 20th HR; Red Sox beat Rangers

By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — David Ortiz was upset how he was swinging a night earlier. It didn’t take long to fix his swing.

Ortiz reached 20 homers for the 15th consecutive season on his first at-bat and drove in three runs, Steven Wright pitched efficiently into the seventh inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the sloppy Texas Rangers 11-6 on Wednesday night.

After his last at-bat in Tuesday’s loss, Ortiz cracked his bat in half over his knee after a broken-bat single. He felt a lot more focused his first time up Wednesday.

“I went deep today,” he said, with a wink and a smile.

Ortiz made it 2-0 in the first with his 523rd homer, a drive over the bullpens in right. He’s hit over 20 homers in each of his 14 seasons with Boston after exactly 20 his final year with Minnesota in 2002. The 40-year-old slugger has said he’s retiring after this season.

“Last night I feel like I was using my bottom hand too much,” Ortiz said. “I like to make adjustments real fast.

You have to, the pitching is too good right now and you have to be on top of your game.”

Bryce Brentz drove in three runs with two singles and Ryan Hanigan had a two-run single for the Red Sox, who took two of three from the AL West-leading Rangers.

“Early two-run homer, clean first inning by Steven,” Boston manager John Farrell said. “That’s proved to be a successful combo.”

Prince Fielder hit a tworun homer for Texas, which has lost six of eight and finished a 10-game, three-city trip at 4-6.

“Obviously not how we wanted to finish the road trip,” Rangers manager Jeff Banister said. “It will be nice to get back home, get to Arlington (Texas) and sleep in our own beds, show up tomorrow and hopefully put together four quality baseball games before the break.”

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If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before August 8, 2016 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER, Chief Justice of this Court on June 21, 2016 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 201412-0178-YEL

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The Blandford Board of Selectmen is accepting applications for a Full-time Highway Superintendent. The Superintendent serves a pivotal role as part of the Town management team providing an administrative and working “hands-on” component.

This position requires experience in personnel management, budget preparation and maintenance, capital equipment planning, highway, bridge construction, record keeping, and excellent written and verbal communications skills. He or she is responsible for the day-to-day administrative and operational aspects of the highway department including but not limited to all road (surface and components) maintenance, repair and upkeep. The ideal candidate would be located within 15 miles of the Blandford town line. A complete job description, a list of certifications required and employment application are available at the Blandford Town Office (1 Russell Stage Road) or on the Town’s website: www.townofblandford.com Salary commensurate with experience and certifications benefit package available.

Direct any inquiries to: Cara Letendre, Selectmen Secretary at (413) 848-4279 x 206 or: selectmensecretary@ townofblandford.com

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Boston Red Sox’s Mookie Betts, right, beats the throw as he slides home safely on a sacrifice

by David Ortiz during the second inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park, Wednesday, July 6, 2016, in Boston. At left is Texas Rangers catcher Bobby Wilson. (AP Photo/Charles

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runs — five earned — and was pulled after Ian Desmond’s two-run triple with no outs in the seventh.

The 31-year-old knuckleballer was voted an All-Star for the first time in his career.

Texas starter Martin Perez (7-5) was tagged for 11 runs — seven earned — in four innings.

The Red Sox opened an 11-1 lead by scoring five runs in the second, two in the third and two more in the fourth.

In the second, they scored all the runs on two hits, capitalizing on three errors for four unearned runs. Hanigan had a bases-loaded, two-run single, Mookie Betts an RBI double and Ortiz a sacrifice fly.

In the third, Brentz had an RBI single and he added a two-run single the next inning.

BOBBLES The Rangers’ infield committed all three errors in the

second — one each by second baseman Rougned Odor, shortstop Elvis Andrus and third baseman Adrian Beltre.

LIKE FATHER LIKE SON Fielder tied his father — Cecil — with his 319th homer. The elder Fielder played 13 seasons in the big leagues, 1985-98.

“That’s pretty cool, man,” Prince said, when learning of the feat.

CHANGING RANGERS Texas recalled OF Jared Hoying from Triple-A Round Rock before the game and placed C Bryan Holaday on the 15-day DL with a bruised left thumb. Banister said he did it in the bullpen “the last time he caught.”

Also, LHP Michael Roth cleared waivers and was assigned to Round Rock.

TRAINER’S ROOM Rangers: 1B Mitch Moreland missed his fourth straight game (tight right calf). ... Banister said OF

Shin-Soo Choo told him he was ready to play after leaving Tuesday’s game with a tight lower back, but was “cautious with him because we have missed some time with him.”

Red Sox: LF Brock Holt got the night off to rest. ... 3B Travis Shaw left with a bruised left foot and was scheduled for what the team called “precautionary X-Rays” Thursday.

UP NEXT Rangers: RHP Chi Chi Gonzalez (0-1, 9.53 ERA) is slated to start Thursday when they return home to open a four-game series against the Twins and RHP Tyler Duffey (4-6, 5.62). It’s their only series at home in a four-week stretch.

Red Sox: They are off Thursday before RHP Sean O’Sullivan (2-0, 6.61) is in line to start against Tampa Bay RHP Chris Archer (4-11, 4.50) on Friday.

4 firms submit proposals to study upgrades to McCoy Stadium PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) — Four firms have submitted proposals to study what it would take to upgrade McCoy Stadium, the home of the Pawtucket Red Sox. The Providence Journal reports (http://bit.ly/29zHlH6 ) representatives from the Rhode Island Department of Administration, the city of Pawtucket and the minor league baseball team will meet Thursday to determine who will review and rank the proposals.

The bidders were Pawtucket-based Leshinsky Finance,

LLC; Glastonbury, Connecticut-based The S/L/A/M Collaborative; and two Kansas City, Missouri-based architecture firms — Populous and Generator Studio, LLC. Officials estimate the study will cost between $80,000 and $100,000. The team, city and state will split the cost.

Team chairman Larry Lucchino has declined to say whether the team intends to renovate McCoy. The team in September ended its pursuit of land in Providence for a new ballpark.

The following person is appointed Personal Representative: Peter H. Demas, Jr. 131 Hermitge Estate Way Beaulaville, NC 28518 The Personal Representative shall serve in an unsupervised administration without surety on the bond.

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Carleton’s

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Hope Chest $50. Dish sets & lamps. Preview Tag Sale by Appointment.

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Used Extang Solid Fold for 2008-2015 Toyota Double Cab 5'. Cost $700 - Asking $200.

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$1400/ 1700 sq.ft WESTFIELD: 20 Holland Ave. July 8th/9th. 8am-2pm. An- Unique studio/Boston style loft in tiques, garden tools; misc. toys downtown Holyoke. furniture and more.

We have a very unique studio/loft apartment located in the Downtown Holyoke. This unit features all new birch wood cabinets in the kitchen, ceramic tile WORTHINGTON: flooring and back-splash. The 190 RIDGE ROAD, HILLTOWNS ESTATES SALE kitchen area has an over-sized skylight, an includes a cook-top FRI JULY 8 & SAT JULY 9 stove, Fridge, dishwasher, extra10AM TO 3PM GREAT PRE-BRIMFIELD SALE! large porcelain sink, garbage Antiques & Vintage, furniture, disposal. The bathroom has metalware, jewelry, Books, been done with “Subway Style” Pottery, Hand, garden, shop tile, birch wood vanity, new tub tools & supplies, 72 Honda and tile surround. The living 450 Chopper, 14’ Grumman room and bedroom area has boat, Evinrude motor, trailer, wall to wall windows, all hardMountain bikes & others by wood flooring; there is a large walk-in closet in the bedroom.

Trek & MORE! This unit does have a ductless SALE BY SENA'S AUCTION wall mount a/c unit. Secured SERVICE entry, 24-hour emergency serLIC# 883 413-238-5813 vice, Property Manager on-site as well as Maintenance personnel. Easy access to all major highways.

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A STEP ABOVE THE REST! JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE Repair your chimney before winter wreaks havoc. We do brick repair, crown seals and repairs. We also do stainless steel liner installs, as well as stainless rain caps. We sweep all flues. Free estimates provided.

Call: 413-330-2186

AAA+ 100% HARDWOOD Green firewood; cut, split & delivered. $150 /128 cu.ft.

Homeowners welcome to come and cut your own and save!

2 year seasoned wood also available. 413-831-6254

TWO MOM'S CLEANING SERVICE Personalized Cleaning Commercial & Residential Fully Insured & Bonded Call NOW for FREE Estimate 10+ Years Experience References Available 413-326-1278

Spring Cleanups; Mulching and Stone, Lawn mowing, Hedge Trimming, Thatching, Aeration,

HENTNICK CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. Insured.

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

PHIL’S DUMP RUNS & DEMOLITION Better Business Bureau A+

HOUSE PAINTING

All your landscaping needs Residential & Commercial

CONCRETE WEST POURED CONCRETE 4 foot garage foundations; floors, driveways, excavation, patios and additions.

ALWAYS FREE ESTIMATES. In business for over 20 years.

Fully insured.

413-562-2911 or 413-427-2363

DRYWALL T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete professional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops!

Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.

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

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

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

(413)562-5816.

MASTER ELECTRICIAN 40 years experience. Insured.

Reasonable prices. No job too small. Lic# A7625.Call Tom Daly, (413)543-3100.

TURCOTTE ELECTRIC 30+ years experience. Electrical installations, emergency service work. Generac portable or whole house generator installations.

HVAC controls. Knob and tube wiring removal for insurance company requirements. Fully insured. All calls answered.

Master's Lic #A-18022 (413)214-4149

FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING A RON JOHNSON's Floor Sanding, Installation, Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane.

Free estimates. (413)569-3066.

HAULING

Removal of any items in cellars, attics, etc... Also brush removal and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages). Fully insured. Free estimates. (413)525-2892, (413)265-6380.

A.R.A. Junk, Furniture & Appliance Removal Full house clean-outs.

Basements, attics & garages.

Demolition: Patios, sheds and swing-sets. You name it...we take it! Senior discounts. Free estimates on phone. Credit cards accepted. 7 days a week.

Emergency, same day service.

Call Pete 413-433-0356

HOME IMPROVEMENT AFFORDABLE BUILDING CONTRACTOR 20 Years experience.

Licensed & insured.

Repairs, Renovations & Construction. Specializing in Decks, Roofs, Garages, Additions & Log Cabins and Basement conversions Call Dave: 413-568-6440

DAVE DAVIDSON: Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling

ALWAYS CALL FIRST!!!

M&M SERVICES 29 Years serving the Westfield area. Painting, staining, house washing, interior/exterior. Wall coverings. Water damage and ceiling/wall repairs.

Commercial/residential. Free estimates. Insured. References.

Call Carmine at: 413-568-9731 or 413-537-4665 No job too small !!

JOHNSON'S PAINTING SERVICES

Interior & Exterior 25 years experience Including aluminum siding.

Commercial & Residential.

Water damage repairs, ceiling, wall and exterior repairs. Power washing.

FOR FREE ESTIMATE call: Ken 568-5146

GUTTER CLEANING GUTTER CLEANING Clean-outs, Junk Removal; Odd Jobs. QUICK RESPONSE. One Call. Leave Message RICK: 413-977-6502

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE MULCH! MULCH! MULCH!

"GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME" Complete Bath Renovations.

Now serving CT. Insured. Quality Work on Time on Budget Since 1984. MA. License #072233, MA.Registration #144831. CT. HIC. #0609568 569-9973. www.davedavidsonremodeling. com DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT All your exterior home improvement needs. Roofing, siding, windows, decks and gutters. Free quotes. Extensive references, fully licensed & insured in MA/CT. www.delreohomeimprovement.com

Call Gary Delcamp (413)569-3733

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.

SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY Others try to match our price...but can't beat our quality. Accepting most competitors coupons.

We deliver.

Run by veterans.

Green Meadow Lumber

568-0056 A & J LANDSCAPING Spring & Fall Clean-ups; mowing, trimming, mulching, planting and landscape design.

Arborvitaes for sale.

Quality work & service.

Bobcat services also available (Call Mike @ 562-6502)

Call Tony 413-519-7001 ACCURATE LAWNCARE Cleanups, Mowing, leaf/brush removal, trimming, mulch, gutter cleaning. Call (413)579-1639.

GREEN & GOLD LANDSCAPING SERVICE Weekly/Biweekly Mowing and Maintenance. Hedges, Mulch, Gutters, Garage and Basement Clean-outs. Very Affordable Prices Residential/Commercial; Insured Neil: 413-356-0993

Hagger's Landscaping Services LLC

Top soil/Mulch deliveries, Plantings, Koi ponds

Fully Insured/Free Estimates (413) 626 6122 or visit: www.haggerscape.com

LAWN CARE Spring Clean-ups: Gutter-cleaning, leaf removal; Rototilling; Senior discounts. Free Estimates.

413-314-8575 PETER'S LANDSCAPING Complete landscaping service.

Low, prices, great work. Now accepting new accounts.

Sign up for mowing and get 2nd mowing at half-price! Weekly and biweekly mowing available.

413-789-0337.

LOGGING WEIDLER LOGGING Purchasing standing timber and specializing in land clearing. Local company in business for 20+ years.

Green firewood. Cut, split & delivered. Free delivery in Westfield area. Mixed hardwoods. $180 p/128 cf.

RAIN GUTTERS

RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED & REPAIRED Chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed.

Antennas removed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed.

Senior citizen discount. Insured.

Free estimates.

H.I. Johnson Services (413)596-8859 (before 9pm)

PLUMBING & HEATING NICK GARDNER PLUMBING, WELDING & MECHANICAL SERVICES. Reliable service, Professional. Certified Welding.

Insured. MA Lic. #PL31893-J. Call (413)531-2768 Nick7419@comcast.net

DUMP TRUCK & TRACTOR SERVICE JIM'S TRACTOR SERVICES Grading & leveling of trap rock, dirt driveways & short roads; loader work. Dump truck delivery available.

Mowing of fields & lots with large rotory mower.

Equipment transportation.

Licensed & Insured (413)530-5430

POOL SERVICES REMOVE YOUR UN-WANTED POOL TODAY! IN-GROUND or ABOVE-GROUND. Call: Plumley Landscape Inc., It’s easier than you think!

(413) 862-4749

TREE SERVICE

LAWN MOWER REPAIR

A BETTER OPTION GRANFIELD TREE SERVICE Tree Removal, Land Clearing, Excavating. (413)569-6104

MASONRY ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. All brick, block, concrete. Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired. Sump pumps and french drain systems installed.

Foundations pointed and stuccoed. Free estimates.

(413)569-1611. (413)374-5377.

PAINTING & WALLPAPERING HOME DECOR has been making beautiful new rooms for over 16 years. From cabinet makeovers to faux finishes, staging for sales and decorating advice for a new look. Call Kendra now for all your painting needs. Fully insured.

Free Estimates (413)626-8880 or (413)564-0223

5 ROOM, 3 bedroom, completely renovated Westfield/Russell area, country setting. NEW stove, refrigerator and heating unit.

Large yard, parking. $950 p/month. No pets please.

Call today, won't last.

Available immediately (413)348-3431

RUSSELL: 2-Bedroom apartment, includes heat and hot water, appliances. Available immediately. Sorry...no dogs. Call Tom @: 413-575-0625. Leave message. I will call back.

Westfield – 3 Bedroom, hardwood floors, off-street parking, first floor. First and last month required, washer and dryer hook up. Please call 413-519-7257 to set an appointment for viewing.

413-835-5491

AFFORDABLE Lawnmower Services Tune-ups/Repairs. FREE pick-up & delivery.

Same day service available.

786-0022

WESTFIELD: 2nd floor, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, livingroom, bath. $950 p/month + utilities.

1st/last/security. 413-250-4811

WESTBRIDGE MANOR WESTFIELD: 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, full basement. W/D hookup. $800/month plus utilities.

(413)562-2295.

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APARTMENT

American Tree & Shrub: Removal, pruning, bucket/crane work. Stump grinding, light excavation and tree planting.

Fully Insured, Free Estimates.

24-hour Emergency Services.

Veteran Owned 40 yrs. Experience 413-569-0469

UPHOLSTERY KEITH'S UPHOLSTERY & REPAIRS 30+ years experience for home or business. Discount off all fabrics. Get quality workmanship at a great price. Free pickup and delivery. Call (413)562-6639.

WINDOW CLEANING CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Cleaned inside and out!

Including storms and screens.

Fully insured. Free estimates.

Call Paul NOW for your SUMMER appointment.

413-237-2053

WESTFIELD: Beautiful, 2 bedroom townhouse. Clean, quiet, 1-1/2 baths, carpeting, appliances, hot water included.

Sorry no pets. $875.

(860)485-1216.

Equal Housing Opportunity

WESTFIELD 1 bedroom apartment, large closets, free heat and hot water included, laundry, parking. $815/month.

(413)562-2266

WESTFIELD 1&2 bedroom apartments, rent includes heat and hot water. Excellent size and location. No dogs. Call weekdays (413)786-9884.

WESTFIELD: 2nd floor, 3-room apartment. Stove, refrigerator and all utilities including A/C. No pets, non-smoker, parking on premises. Laundry facilities available. Shown by appointment only. Available August 1st. $745 p/month.

413-568-5905

WESTFIELD: NO PETS. 1ST floor, 1 bedroom, kitchen, bath. $650 p/month; includes utilities.

1st/last/security. 413-250-4811

Westfield: Close to center. Refreshed, updated, spacious 2nd floor apartment. This very clean, 5 Room, 3-bedroom unit is very inexpensive to run. First/last & security. Key fee required. No pets. Call 413-569-8877 for appointment.

ROOMS HUNTINGTON 1 room with heat, hot water, cable TV, air conditioning, refrigerator and microwave included. $110/week. Call (413)531-2197.

BUSINESS PROPERTY LIQUOR STORE FOR SALE Leased location. $130,000 plus inventory. $800k total sales.

5 East Silver St., Westfield.

413-267-0497 WESTFIELD: Commercial space available in down-town area.

Perfect for office, hair salon and massage therapy. 600+ sq. ft.

Call 4513-519-7257 to set up a viewing.

MOBILE HOMES Springfield: Cozy 1 bedroom.

Nice yard. Great potential!

Covered patio. Own $176 monthly mortgage. $19,900.

593-9961DASAP MHVILLAGE.COM

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