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Chief Ricardi announces new K-9 handler

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SOUTHWICK – Police Chief David Ricardi announced on Monday night that Officer Michael Westcott has been selected as the new K-9 handler.

Previously, Sgt. Tom Krutka was the K-9 handler for 10 years alongside K-9 Jax, who is now living out his retirement with Krutka as his owner.

Once it was announced in June that Krutka would be promoted to patrol sergeant, Ricardi had to immediately search for Krutka’s replace- Southwick Police officer Michael Westcott has been ment.

Observing Westcott since he selected as the new K-9 was an intern at the Southwick handler for the police Police Department, Ricardi department. (Photo courtesy of could see Westcott’s passion Southwick Police Department) for the K-9 unit. According to Ricardi, Westcott would volunteer his time with the K-9 program by helping out on demonstrations with the dog among other tasks.

“He seemed to always gravitate to an interest on the K-9 See K-9 Handler, Page 8

Southwick child gets wish granted through Make-AWish Foundation

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SOUTHWICK – Last week a 4-year-old girl from Southwick was able to receive her dream wish. With her family alongside, Avery McAvoy was filled with excitement when she saw her very own above ground pool in her backyard, which was organized by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

McAvoy was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, called Neuroblastoma, and has dealt with the disease for half her life. Fortunately, McAvoy has been cancer free for two years now.

In order to make McAvoy’s wish a reality, Make-A-Wish partnered with Teddy Bear Pools from Chicopee to provide the pool.

For everyone involved it was great to see the 4-year-old’s face light up when entering her backyard and seeing the pool See Make-A-Wish, Page 8

Ward 3 Councilor Andrew K. Surprise speaks with constituents following the Special City Council meeting on Monday.

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Smooth sailing for all but one item at Special City Council meeting

By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – City Councilors met on Monday in a special session to take care of unfinished business before continuing their break until the next regularly scheduled meeting on Aug. 24.

Only one councilor was absent on a scheduled vacation. All items under consideration passed unanimously, with the exception of one motion which appeared late on the agenda.

The first item requested immediate consideration for a Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Westfield and the Westfield Gas & Electric Municipal Light Department for internet connection services. Ward 2 Councilor Ralph J. Figy said the resolution would allow the city to give Comcast, who held the previous contract, a 30-day notification.

The resolution passed unanimously with no discussion.

Ward 6 Councilor William Onyski made the request for immediate consideration on the $250,000 appropriation from the Community Preservation Committee for the Columbia Greenway Rail Trail. Onyski said the Law

Department had answered questions from councilors and others at the CPC meeting as to whether design work on the Rail Trail fell within the guidelines for Community Preservation Act funds, stating that the application was legal and correct.

At-large Councilor Dave Flaherty thanked the mayor and the Law Department for getting the information together in a timely fashion.

City Council President Brent B. Bean, II then said he would allow two or three residents in attendance to speak, even though it was out of the regular order.

“We’ve talked about this project for a long time. It’s another milestone, the central section finishes (the Rail Trail) at 3.2 miles. It’s all about federal and state (matching) money of $6.25 million,” said Dan Call of the Friends of the Columbia Greenway Rail Trail (FCGRT). He encouraged all of the councilors to vote in favor of the funding.

“I question this rush of approving this appropriation,” said Westfield resident Frank Mills, who also said he was not against the bike trail. “The information I’ve read is this is a $250,000 install-

ment…the first in a series of installments… I hate to see the CPA be lulled into being a funding source in perpetuity,” Mills said. He also questioned the use of CPA funds for design.

Ward 4 Councilor Mary O’Connell thanked him, saying he raised some valid points. She said she and other councilors also had some concerns regarding using the fund for design work. She said she reached out to the state Community Preservation Commission, who said “it’s perfectly okay to use CPA funds for design work.”

Flaherty said when the funding was before the Finance Committee, it was never their intention to stop funding the Rail Trail. “Our goal was to free up some money to make it available for roads,” Flaherty said. He said the CPA is one way to fund it. Other suggestions include using Stabilization, or the “Fish Fund.”

“I’m convinced according to the letter from the Law Department, which eliminates any doubt that I had. I feel fine voting for this. It’s a good use of CPA funds,” Flaherty added.

See Special City Council, Page 3

PeoplesBank helps CHD’s youth confidently reach for the stars Children and adults with disabilities will “learn the ropes” while experiencing the basics of rock climbing. Each climber can climb as high as they’d like to go. The new program is made possible with generous support from PeoplesBank. “This new program offering is an incredible opportunity being made available to children and adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities,” said Jessica Levine, Program Manager, Center for Human Development’s Disability Resources. (Photos by Lynn F. Boscher)

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As I write this column on the last day for the towns to approve a budget for the of July I can see the changes that already 2017 – 2018 school year. herald the coming of fall. There are the However, we anticipate that everyobvious natural changes including the thing will be in place to welcome staff fact that the daylight hours are now subback on Monday, August 28 with stustantially shorter than just a few weeks dents returning on Wednesday, August ago. In addition, one can see the signs for 30. This includes bus schedules posted our local fairs beginning to pop up, the on the district’s website, updated parent beginning of ‘back to school’ sale flyers, portals, student schedules, and the disand of course the work begin done at the trict calendar related to early releases, schools to finish up the maintenance Gateway Regional half days, school vacations, and the estiitems; we realize there are less than four School District mated last day of school (this year will weeks before the school year starts.

S u p e r i n t e n d e n t again include the potential for using Individual staff members are complet- Dr. David B. ‘Blizzard Bags’ for up to five school caning professional development and their Hopson. cellations). own ongoing coursework, as well as As always, we should all recognize beginning to plan for the opening day for and appreciate the hard work being done students, all while trying to squeeze in in preparation for the beginning of school some relaxation and vacation time (this points out by our secretaries, custodians, maintenance staff, that, for most teachers, summer is not just one long business office staff, our technology staff, grounds vacation). keeper, and cafeteria staff as these folks really On the school level everyone is working dili- ensure that the day to day operations continue gently to fill open positions, finish course schedul- unabated, which allows our teachers, paraprofesing, prepare packets for parents/guardians, and sionals, and administrators to focus on meeting finish the final details for both staff and students to student needs. These unsung positions are the return. District level staff are working to complete grease that makes all of the wheels turn easily so filing required reports from the past year, start the that the educational aspects of the school can funcprocess of collecting required data for the coming tion effectively. year, update everyone’s technology, and continue I hope our students and staff members enjoy and the changeover from one fiscal year to another--a make the most of their remaining time before process made more difficult this year as we wait school begins at the end of August.

Vic & Sticks Interactive Family Music Show to Perform at Stanley Park’s Friday Mornings For Children on August 4th Vicki and Rick Ethier, Vicki and Sticks, are a husband and wife team of musical storytellers. They share their original “story-songs” which foster learning through laughter. Through their music, they encourage respect, cooperation, positive self-esteem, and kindness.

This original fast-paced music /comedy/family show encourages audience participation as the children in the audience become part of the Vicki and Sticks Band and are part of the whole show. Come join the fun. Friday Mornings for Children are held in the Beveridge Pavilion Annex from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, weather permitting, and are free of charge. Chairs will be provided and blankets are welcome. For further information on the Friday Mornings for Children Series please go to www.stanleypark.org or call the park office at 413-568-9312.

Littleville Fair Association looking for Crafter’s and vendors The Littleville Fair Association is looking for Crafter’s and vendors for this year’s fair which will be held August 4, 5 & 6, 2017. For an application call Cathy @ 413-667-3279 or Alicia @ 413-667-3419 or E-Mail ladyfunk08@g-mail.com. The fair is also looking for a donation for the “special fund raiser” such as gift certificates, new or gently used items for these call Muriel 413-568-7133 or Cathy 667-3279.

Free Hearing Clinic The Southwick Senior Center will be holding a FREE hearing clinic by Avada, August 9th, beginning at 9:30am. Appointments are needed, please call 569-5498 to make one. Hearing aides may also be cleaned at this time.

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Police locate train, trailer stolen east of San Francisco PLEASANT HILL, Calif. (AP) — A 25-foot electric passenger train and hauling trailer that were stolen from the San Francisco Bay Area were recovered Monday, police said.

The train was in a black utility trailer in Pleasant Hill when it was stolen from a parking lot Saturday night or early Sunday, police said.

KTVU reports both were discovered on Monday morning in the East Bay city of Walnut Creek.

The train and trailer are owned by the Fun and Game Experts, a 25-year-old amusement rental company.

Owner Eric Sossamon said the colorful, trackless train seats 16 to 20 people comfortably and makes regular appearances at festivals and parties.

A woman who spotted the trailer in question near her workplace took a photo of it and posted it to Sossamon’s Facebook page Monday morning. This led police to investigate and recover both the train and trailer.

No arrests have been made.

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Tuesday, Aug. 1, the 213th day of 2017. There are 152 days left in the year.

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n August 1, 1957, the United States and Canada announced they had agreed to create the North American Air Defense Command (NORAD).

ON THIS DATE: In 1714, Britain’s Queen Anne died at age 49; she was succeeded by George I. In 1876, Colorado was admitted as the 38th state.

In 1907, the U.S. Army Signal Corps established an aeronautical division, the forerunner of the U.S. Air Force.

In 1913, the Joyce Kilmer poem “Trees” was first published in “Poetry: A Magazine of Verse.”

In 1936, the Olympics opened in Berlin with a ceremony presided over by Adolf Hitler.

In 1944, an uprising broke out in Warsaw, Poland, against Nazi occupation; the revolt lasted two months before collapsing.

In 1947, Mickey Spillane’s first novel, “I, the Jury,” featuring the debut of private eye Mike Hammer, was published.

In 1966, Charles Joseph Whitman, 25, went on an armed rampage at the University of Texas in Austin that killed 14 people, most of whom were shot by Whitman while he was perched in the clock tower of the main campus building. (Whitman, who had also slain his wife and mother hours earlier, was finally gunned down by police.)

In 1975, a 35-nation summit in Finland concluded with the

signing of a declaration known as the Helsinki Accords dealing with European security, human rights and EastWest contacts.

In 1977, former U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, working as a traffic reporter for KNBC-TV in Los Angeles, was killed with his cameraman, George Spears, when their helicopter ran out of fuel and crashed; Powers was 47.

In 1981, the rock music video channel MTV made its debut.

In 1994, Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley confirmed they’d been secretly married 11 weeks earlier.

(Presley filed for divorce from Jackson in Jan. 1996, citing irreconcilable differences.)

ONE YEAR AGO: The United States launched multiple airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Libya, opening a new front against the group at the request of the United Nations-backed Libyan government. President Barack Obama, speaking at the annual convention of the Disabled American Veterans in Atlanta, said the U.S. had made serious strides in improving services for military veterans, but that work remained to overcome shortcomings in the delivery of health care, housing and mental health services. Vice President Joe Biden officiated a gay wedding, a first for the early proponent of same-sex marriage as he presided over the union of Joe Mahshie and Brian Mosteller, both longtime White House aides, at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington.

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The eight-lane Interstate 35W bridge, a major Minneapolis artery, collapsed into the Mississippi River during evening rush hour, killing 13 people.

Singer Ramblin’ Jack Elliott is 86. Former Sen. Alfonse D’Amato, R-N.Y., is 80. Actor Giancarlo Giannini is 75.

Basketball Hall of Fame coach Roy Williams is 67. Blues singer-musician Robert Cray is 64. Singer Michael Penn is 59. Rock singer Joe Elliott (Def Leppard) is 58. Rock singer-musician Suzi Gardner (L7) is 57. Rapper Chuck D (Public Enemy) is 57. Actor Jesse Borrego is 55. Actor Demian Bichir is 54. Rapper Coolio is 54. Actor John Carroll Lynch is 54. Rock singer Adam Duritz (Counting Crows) is 53. Movie director Sam Mendes is 52. Country singer George Ducas is 51. Country musician Charlie Kelley is 49. Actress Jennifer Gareis is 47. Actor Charles Malik Whitfield is 45. Actress Tempestt Bledsoe is 44. Actor Jason Momoa is 38. Actress Honeysuckle Weeks is 38. Singer Ashley Parker Angel is 36. Actress Taylor Fry is 36. Actor Elijah Kelley is 31. Actor James Francis Kelly is 28. Actress Ella Wahlestedt is 19.

FIVE YEARS AGO: President Barack Obama made his rival’s personal millions a front-and-center issue in the race for the White House, telling a swing-state audience in Ohio that Mitt Romney “is asking you to pay more so that people like him can get a big tax cut.” Four teams from China, South Korea and Indonesia were kicked out of the women’s badminton doubles at the London Olympics for trying to lose on purpose in order to earn an easier matchup in the knockout round. Host country Britain picked up its first two gold medals as Helen Glover and Heather Stanning won the final of the women’s pair at the rowing regatta and cyclist Bradley Wiggins took the time trial.

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HUNTINGTON Board of Health at 6 pm Selectboard at 6 pm Conservation Commission at 7 pm

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After a few more questions and answers, a vote was taken to unanimous approval for the Rail Trail funding from CPA. Also voted unanimously for immediate consideration and approval was a gift from the FCGRT for two manufactured bike racks, valued at $750, for two local businesses that requested them in front of their shops.

A resolution approving the appropriation of monies for the creation of an accessible playground at first was referred to the Finance Committee by chair and Ward 5 Councilor Robert A. Paul, Sr. Flaherty said this was “one of the best things that have happened” in the city.

Onyski said the city has requested a grant from Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) that would pay for the bulk of the project.

Ward 3 Councilor Andrew K. Surprise said that resident Mandy Riel and her family were the forces behind the playground. He noted that it was appropriate that they received an initial grant of $52,000 from the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities, which he felt was an appropriate funding avenue for the project.

“Such a worthy project I think should be for immediate consideration,” said Figy. The motion was moved and passed unanimously.

A special permit for Boise Cascade to expand its hours was then considered. Onyski said the L&O Committee approved the special permit on a 3-0 recommendation, adding that the request for the expanded hours was first made in March.

Onyski also said that the change in permit would require nine councilors to vote for it, and that only nine in the room were eligible to vote because three had missed previous votes.

Onyski went on to say that Boise Cascade had done a lot of work to make the operation more amenable to neighbors including altering lights and adding fencing. He said the Special Permit, which is requesting a 24-hour operation, will put up an 8-foot vinyl white fence between the facility and all of the abutting properties. He said residents would own and maintain the fencing.

“Originally I was opposed to this. Boise Cascade has gone out of their way to make (neighbors) feel comfortable. The neighbors I spoke to spoke very highly of Councilor Onyski and how much time their ward councilor spent on this,” said Flaherty, adding that it was good for the reputation of the Council.

Ward 1 Councilor Mary Ann Babinski said she sometimes had issues with projects like this, but echoed Flaherty’s comments. “Businesses need to be good neighbors. Neighbors need to be good neighbors,” Babinski said.

At-large Councilor Dan Allie, who was one of the councilors who couldn’t vote on the permit, urged the other councilors to support it. “As the Councilor living closest to this, I commend Boise cascade, Rob Levesque and Bill Onyski,” Allie said. The motion passed with the nine votes required, with no opposition.

The sole motion not to gain approval was listed on the agenda as a motion by Councilor Surprise to consider the adoption of a medical district zone in the City of Westfield at the site of Baystate Noble Hospital.

“I’m taking my name off this motion,” Surprise said. He said initially he was asked by the Law Department to present the motion, being in his district. He asked for information on it first, and said he only received it earlier on Monday. He also said when he saw the initial plan, which calls in part for a parking garage, and spoke to some of his constituents, he changed his mind. He said there should be a presentation by Baystate Noble to the Council, as well as community meetings about the

Prep school discloses more sexual misconduct allegations ANDOVER, Mass. (AP) — A prestigious Massachusetts boarding school says an investigation has found that two more former faculty members engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with students.

Phillips Academy’s head of school wrote in an email to the school community Monday that the alleged misconduct was found by an independent law firm hired by the school.

The Andover school previously identified five cases in the 1970s and 1980s in which former faculty members engaged in improper conduct with students.

Head of School John Palfrey says the latest investigation found that one male teacher allegedly had sexual intercourse with a female student during the 1970s. Another male faculty member allegedly “engaged in unwanted intimate touching” with a student during a school-sponsored activity.

The two former faculty members refused to participate in the investigation.

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Ward 3 Councilor Andrew K. Surprise speaks with constituents. (Photo by Amy Porter) plan.

Surprise also asked that his constituents who were in attendance be allowed to speak.

“I think having anyone comment at this time without any ordinance on the books is premature,” said Figy, who was also asked to sponsor the motion. “All this will do is send it to Zoning, Planning & Development and Legislative & Ordinance,” he added.

After more discussion and several councilors commenting on there being no documents attached to the motion, O’Connell said that fifteen years ago a similar draft was floated, but received no support from the City Council. “I don’t think this should be put on our agenda without a draft,” O’Connell said.

At-large Councilor Cindy C. Harris then made a motion to withdraw the item from the meeting’s agenda. The vote passed with one no vote (Figy) and two abstentions.

The discussion continued following adjournment, when Surprise met with his constituents and shared the information he had received.

“I don’t know how my name got attached to it,” Surprise said at the end of the meeting.

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To get the full effect of the PulseLine, listen to the calls at thewestfieldnews.com The Granville Gorge swimming hole and brook has been destroyed Last year the city of Westfield water dept. took down a small dam upstream from the gorge releasing tons of sand and silt into the brook, filling in every deep water pool for over a half mile. This section of the brook was historic and took 1000’s of years to create. So many people enjoyed swimming fishing and walking along the trails. Such a tragedy that future generations won’t have the chance to jump off the 20 foot cliffs into the cold bottomless gorge .Please contact local officials in Granville ,Southwick and Westfield to voice your concern. I am truly afraid some kids are going to go down at night and dive in ,not knowing the gorge is no longer 25 feet deep but only a foot . Granville should post signs warning people about the filling in of the great gorge swimming hole .The EPA knew about the dam being taken down, but told me on the phone they didn’t know about all the man made material behind the dam that was created when the culvert failed after the hurricane.

This material should have been hauled away and not allowed to wash downstream. This dam had stood for over a 100 years and was made of giant granite slabs that would have never failed ,the reason given for taking down the dam. This dam was not on the main brook but constructed to hold back run off from the overflow culvert from the Granville reservoir. The damage is permanent and the gorge is history, maybe in another 1000 years the deep holes will reform.

I know this is not a city project but I’m hoping the city has some input for change: the new intersection of Little River Rd and Shaker Rd is just awful. My feeling is that the design of roads and intersections is to keep traffic flowing and create ways to move as many vehicles through an area as possible.

This new intersection did not do that and will create a greater bottle neck of cars than it should. When heading south on Little River Rd they should have straightened the intersection for cars continuing on Shaker and added a stop sign rather than having those vehicles que at the light to take a hard right, which, by the way, will be very difficult for landscape and delivery vehicles. There is plenty of wasted land there that will become overgrown with grass and weeds. I waited before making a comment because I was hopeful that the design would have been better.

House conservative calls for special counsel's resignation

By MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A conservative House Republican is calling on special counsel Robert Mueller to resign. He is citing what he says is a conflict of interest because of Mueller's "close friendship" with fired FBI Director James Comey.

The argument from Arizona Rep. Trent Franks, a member of the Judiciary Committee, echoes that of President Donald Trump in an effort to question Mueller's credentials for the job.

Mueller, appointed after Trump abruptly fired Comey, is investigating Russian meddling in the 2016 election and possible ties to Trump's campaign.

Franks said in a statement that Mueller "must resign to maintain the integrity of the investigation into alleged Russian ties."

In this March 24, 2017, file photo, Rep. Trent Franks, R-Ariz. speaks with a reporter on Capitol Hill in Washington.

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Kelly flexes muscle his first day on the job at White House

By VIVIAN SALAMA and JILL COLVIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Raised voices could be heard through the thick door to the Oval Office as John Kelly — then secretary of Homeland Security — offered some tough talk to President Donald Trump.

Kelly, a whip-cracking retired general who was sworn in as White House chief of staff on Monday, had demanded to speak to the president alone after Trump complained loudly that the U.S. was admitting travelers from countries he viewed as high risk.

Kelly first tried to explain to Trump that the admissions were standard — some people had legitimate reasons to visit the country — but the president insisted that it was making him look bad, according to an administration official familiar with the exchange about a month ago.

Kelly then demanded that other advisers leave the room so he could speak to the president frankly. Trump refused at first, but agreed when Kelly insisted.

It was an early indication that Kelly, a decorated retired Marine general who served three tours in Iraq, is not afraid to stand up to his commander-in-chief.

Tapped to bring order to a chaotic West Wing, Kelly began to make his mark immediately on Monday, ousting newly appointed communications director Anthony Scaramucci and revising a dysfunctional command structure that has bred warring factions. From now on, said White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders, all senior staffers — including the president's son-in-law Jared Kushner and chief strategist Steve Bannon — will report to Kelly instead of the president.

Kelly "will bring new structure, discipline and strength" to the White House, Sanders said.

"It definitely has the fingerprints of a new sheriff in town," said Blain Rethmeier, who guided Kelly through the Senate confirmation process for the Homeland Security post.

Rethmeier said that what stood out about Kelly during the time they worked together was the way Kelly commanded respect from everyone he encountered — and the way he respected others.

Kelly fostered a reputation as an outspoken commander who didn't shy away from unpopular opinions during his military career. Rethmeier said that Kelly also respects authority deeply — "and that's something that Trump sort of smells out, if you respect him or not."

"If he disagrees with you, he'll disagree respectfully," Rethmeier said.

It was a point Kelly made clear during his confirmation hearing in January.

"I have never had a problem speaking truth to power, and I firmly believe that those in power deserve full candor and my honest assessment and recommendations. I also value people that work for me speaking truth to power," he said.

In April, Kelly bluntly challenged members of Congress critical of the Trump administration's aggressive approach to

Senate Democrats say ‘no’ to cuts for rich in GOP tax plan WASHINGTON (AP) — Most Senate Democrats and independents say upcoming legislation to rewrite the tax code should make sure the middle class doesn’t pay more.

They won’t support any upcoming GOP effort to overhaul the U.S. tax code that delivers tax cuts to “the top one percent” or adds to the government’s $20 trillion debt. That’s the word in a letter signed by 45 of the 48 Senate Democratic caucus members.

Republicans controlling Congress are gearing up to advance their tax measure this fall, promising to lower rates on businesses and individuals, while clearing out many tax breaks and deductions.

The letter issued Tuesday says that Democrats hope to work with Republicans to promote investment and modernize the outdated tax code, but the terms laid out by Democrats are unlikely to tempt Republicans

immigration enforcement to either change the laws or "shut up."

But after being confirmed as part of Trump's Cabinet, Kelly also tried to moderate some of the president's hard-line positions, even as he publicly defended them.

Hours after Trump said deportations of people in the U.S. illegally were being carried out as a "military operation," Kelly said the U.S. would not enlist the military to enforce immigration laws.

Kelly and Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, another retired general, were also said to have been deeply frustrated with the rollout of Trump's refugee and immigration ban, and made clear to associates that they were not involved in drafting it or aware of its details around the time that Trump signed the original order. Both moved swiftly to address gaps in the measure, with Mattis asking that Iraqis who helped U.S. troops be exempt and Kelly clarifying that green-card holders would not be affected.

Nonetheless, Kelly launched a particularly robust defense of the order to lawmakers and reporters, which was welcomed by the White House.

Mattis and Kelly also agreed in the earliest weeks of Trump's presidency that one of them should remain in the United States at all times to keep tabs on the orders rapidly emerging from the White House, according to a person familiar with the discussions. The official insisted on anonymity in order to discuss the administration's internal dynamics.

Kelly's appointment is being celebrated beyond the White House.

Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn, said Monday that he discussed Kelly's appointment with Trump on Friday and hopes Kelly "will do everything possible to bring the appropriate discipline and focus that needs to be at the White House there."

"I hope that Gen. Kelly will absolutely, forcefully clean the place up," Corker said. "And anybody who's been a violator, who's been a part of public backbiting, part of undermining, who's been part of feathering their own nest at other people's expense, I hope they'll all be gone."

David B. Cohen, a University of Akron political science professor who is co-authoring a book on chiefs of staff, applauded Kelly for doing "things that should have been done on Day One of Reince Priebus's tenure." He said Scaramucci's removal sent a clear message "that going off-script and being undisciplined" would no longer be tolerated at the White House.

But Cohen wondered how long Trump would go before beginning to undermine Kelly.

"None of this works if the president doesn't buy into this 100 percent," he said. "President Trump is his own worst enemy.

He instinctively likes to be his own chief of staff and he's a pretty awful one. Will he be able to resist messing with the system once John Kelly cleans everything up? Will he listen to his chief of staff when Kelly has to tell Trump, 'No?'" he asked.

"I'm not sure President Trump is wired to be able to listen to that type of criticism," he said.

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Jack Klaubert WESTFIELD – Jack Klaubert, 82, of Westfield died Thursday in the comfort of his home with his wife Judith by his side. He was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey on May 31, 1935 the son of the late Carl and Etta (Maynard) Klaubert and brother of the late Jean Friend. Jack was a 1953 graduate of Westfield High School and a 1957 graduate of Tufts University in Boston MA. He served in the Air National Guard for over 7 years. Jack was founder, owner and CEO of Air Compressor Engineering Company in Westfield MA, was a long term Board member of Noble Hospital, an endless advocate and member of the YMCA and a dedicated Rotary Club member. He loved his racquet sports of tennis, squash and racquet ball along with golf, skiing and traveling. Jack loved doing all these activities with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Judith (Stephens) Klaubert, three sons, Russell and his wife Darlene of Westfield, Stephen and his wife Debbie of Russell and Richard and his wife Kimberly of Franklin. Jack also leaves his loving grandchildren, Justin and Alicia of Southwick, Rebecca of Casnovia MI , Chris and Rene Hurteau of Athol, Joshua and Thomas of Russell, and Stephanie and Drew of Franklin and Great grandchildren, Dakota, Aidan, Kairi, Faith, Ezri, Ember, Augustine and Asher and several nieces and nephews. Ceremony and Christian Burial at Pine Hill Cemetery will be private with family. Calling hours will be held on Friday August 4th from 4pm until 7pm at Firtion Adams Funeral Home 76 Broad St., Westfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack’s memory to the Westfield YMCA, 67 Court Street Westfield MA, 01085 or the First Congregational Church, 18 Broad Street Westfield, MA 01085. Firtionadams.com

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Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Monday, July 24, 2017 10:05 a.m.: Officer wanted, walk-in. Police received a request in assistance to retrieve property from a home. While at the residence, police reported that a person inside the home had allegedly called 911 to report two Westfield police officers reportedly broke into the home. Police informed that was not the case. A report was completed on the matter.

10:06 a.m.: Vandalism, Meadow Street. Police received a report of a building that was spray painted with a “tag.” A spray paint can was also left behind.

11:58 a.m.: Shoplifting (past), Stop and Shop, Main Street.

Police received a report of a past alleged shoplifting that occurred July 21. $65 in merchandise was reported stolen and the suspect had allegedly done similar in other area stores.

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12:13 p.m.: Accident, Springdale Road. Police received a report of a 2000 Honda Civic that reportedly slid in the rain and struck a mailbox. No injuries were reported.

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July 24, 2017 Maura J. Lessard, 52, of 17 Belli Dr., Wilbraham, had a charge of operating under the influence of liquor admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding with probation for one year with fines, as well as a charge of negligent operation of a motor vehicle dismissed nolle prosequi, brought by Westfield Police.

Raymond J. Wrobleski, 60, of 1 Gold St., Westfield, was released on his personal recognizance pending a Sept. 14 hearing after being arraigned on charges of operating under the influence of liquor, marked lanes violation and negligent operation of a motor vehicle, brought by Westfield Police.

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BOSTON (AP) — The company that once managed Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority parking lots has agreed to pay $5.6 million to settle allegations that its employees skimmed millions of dollars from the transit agency.

Attorney General Maura Healey said Monday that LAZ Parking Limited LLC has agreed to pay $1.1 million to the state to resolve allegations that it failed to implement proper revenue controls and auditing tools at 13 MBTA lots.

LAZ has also agreed to pay $4.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the MBTA alleging breach of contract.

Healey says the thefts robbed the public of finds needed to invest in transportation.

LAZ's contract was terminated March 31.

LAZ in a statement blamed the thefts on three "dishonest" employees and said the company has "accepted our share of any responsibility."

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Police ask for help identifying body found in river LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Police in Massachusetts are hoping the public can help them identify a woman’s body that was pulled from the Merrimack River.

Lowell police said Monday they are checking with surrounding communities for any missing person reports and asking anyone with information to call them.

The Lowell Sun reports that a kayaker spotted the body Sunday entangled in a fallen tree and other debris. It is believed to be the remains of an adult female, but no approximate age could be determined.

State allows psychiatric hospital to reopen admissions WESTWOOD, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts psychiatric hospital cited for lapses in care will start accepting new patients again under increased oversight, but a shuttered unit for children will remain closed.

State officials tell the Boston Globe that Westwood Lodge can begin accepting new adult patients after working with an external monitor to improve care. The hospital currently has two patients and will be allowed to gradually increase that number.

Admissions to the hospital's unit for children were stopped April 26 after the discovery of several problems, including a 9-year-old boy being given the wrong medicine for nine days. Admissions to the rest of the hospital were closed May 12.

The children's unit will not reopen and adolescent patients are not currently being accepted.

The monitor will remain in place for six months.

GOP’s Diehl to formally challenge Democratic US Sen. Warren BOSTON (AP) — Republican state Rep. Geoff Diehl is gearing up to formally launch his challenge to Democratic U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

Diehl, who served as co-chair of President Donald Trump’s campaign in Massachusetts, is scheduled to make the announcement Tuesday evening in the town of Whitman, Massachusetts, where he lives.

Diehl has said in a radio ad that he wants to “make Massachusetts great again.”

Warren is running for a second six-year term and has frequently sparred with Trump both verbally and on social media.

Shiva Ayyadurai, a Cambridge technology entrepreneur, also is seeking the GOP nomination for the seat held by Warren.

Warren had more than $11 million in her campaign account as of the end of June, compared to nearly $260,000 in Deihl’s account and nearly $28,000 in Ayyadurai’s account.

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She saw this happen many times in Macy’s and in Starbucks. She watched the barista start up a conversation this way with a customer when it was slow.

She watched the mannequin-like perfume lady in Macy’s say this to less mannequin-like customer with children. When addressed in this way, the strangers spoke, they were lifted up out of their day into a kind of friendly nodding recognition of one another.

But it didn’t work very well when Marie tried it.

Almost all of the time when she said, “Hello, how are you?!” to strangers, they did something with their voices that made the answer, “Fine, thank you,” sound much more like, “I don’t know you; stop talking to me.”

Her Carson Center outreach worker explained to her that it wasn’t okay to stand directly in front of a person’s path when greeting someone this way (even though it was the best strategy for getting attention.) Her Carson helpers also described how it is that her excited voice sounds too much like an angry voice and that people don’t want to be asked those follow up personal questions such as, “Where are you going?”

Refraining from these kinds of greetings was part of Marie’s social skill lessons. There are a lot of skills to keep track of. For example, when you shake a hand, you should let go of it while talking (even though it feels like you are listening better if you hold it the whole time.)

You should not tell people that you think they look like a movie star or that they look a whole lot fatter than the last time you saw them. People are very tricky to get right. It’s getting easier. Someday Marie would like to work at the Dollar Store. Once in awhile, Marie sees people with a certain smile on their certain kind of face.

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1. Savor your food. When you put a bite of food in your mouth, make sure to savor eachflavor. Consider the texture of the food as well. Chew slowly, paying full attention to the food before you swallow. This will help you to eat more slowly while you discover characteristics about the food you may have missed by eating too quickly. Eating more slowly will also allow your satiety cues to kick in before you overeat.

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‘13 Reasons’ might have triggered suicide searches online

By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer CHICAGO (AP) — A popular TV series that showed a teen ending her life may have triggered a surge in online searches for suicide, including how to do it.

That’s according to a new study about the show “13 Reasons Why.” Netflix released all 13 episodes on March 31.

Researchers found that for almost three weeks afterward, there were at least 900,000 more than expected Google searches including the word “suicide.”

That’s a 19-percent increase based on forecasts using Google Trends and historical search trends. Searches included suicide methods, suicide hotlines and suicide prevention.

The study doesn’t prove a link and didn’t examine any connection with actual suicides or attempts. It was published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine.

A journal editorial said it’s not clear if the searches “were made out of idle curiosity or by suicidal individuals contemplating an attempt.” But it argues that the

producers could have done more to emphasize suicide prevention, including listing resources for where to find help before and after each episode.

Some mental health advocates say the show glamorized suicide, and many U.S. schools sent parents warning letters about the show.

The series is about a high school girl who left behind 13 audiotapes where she revealed sexual assault, substance abuse and bullying that led to her decision to take her own life. The finale shows her suicide.

Episodes with the most explicit material included warnings and a website Netflix created with crisis hotlines and other resources for the more than 30 countries where the series was available.

It has been renewed for a second season.

John Ayers, a San Diego State University researcher who led the research, said the series could trigger troubled teens and that the producers should remove and edit the episodes to focus on suicide prevention before reposting.

“Far more people go to the brink and

come back and have satisfaction with that decision,” he said.

In a written statement, Netflix said, “We always believed this show would increase discussion around this tough subject matter. This is an interesting quasi experimental study that confirms this. We are looking forward to more research and taking everything we learn to heart as we prepare for season 2.”

Madelyn Gould, a Columbia University suicide prevention researcher, noted the study design was less rigorous than some research methods, but said the results “should be taken seriously.”

“My main concern was that suicide was portrayed sort of as the inevitable consequence of life’s adversities rather than depicting what would be an actually more appropriate message, which is that there’s help when you’re feeling suicidal rather than resorting to killing yourself,” Gould said.

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US hospitals set record for fast heart attack care

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer There’s never been a better time to be treated for a heart attack. U.S. hospitals have set a record for how quickly they open blocked arteries, averaging under one hour for the first time since these results have been tracked.

More than 93 percent of patients now have their arteries opened within the recommended 90 minutes of arrival.

“Things have definitely improved” from a decade ago, when less than half of heart attack patients were treated that fast, said Dr. Fred Masoudi, a University of Colorado cardiologist who led a recent report examining response times.

It’s based on records from about 85 percent of U.S. hospitals that do the artery procedure, angioplasty . Through a blood vessel in the groin or an arm, doctors guide a tube to the blockage causing the heart attack. They inflate a tiny balloon to flatten the clog, and leave behind a mesh tube called a stent to prop the artery open.

The sooner blood flow is restored, the less chance of permanent damage.

“It’s one of the few things in medicine where time, literally seconds, is of the essence. It’s where the phrase ‘time is muscle’ comes from,” said Dr. Ajay Kirtane, director of the lab that performs angioplasties at New York-Presbyterian/ Columbia University Medical Center.

The risk of dying goes up 42 percent if care is delayed even See Fast Care, Page 7

In this Feb. 16, 2017 photo, Dr. Annapoorna Kini, left, ties on a scrub cap before beginning a procedure at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. With heart attack warning signs, Kini says, "For women, the symptoms may not be the same. It may not be the typical chest pain" but rather abdominal pain, nausea or unusual tiredness. What to do? "Get medical help. It's better to worry after" about whether it was really a stomach problem rather than a heart attack. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

FDA to target addictive levels of nicotine in cigarettes

In this Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016 photo, test cigarettes sit in a smoking machine in a lab at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. On Friday, July 28, 2017, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it wants to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes so they aren't so addictive. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

By CARLA K. JOHNSON AP Medical Writer For the first time, the federal government is proposing cutting the nicotine level in cigarettes so they aren’t so addictive.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration chief Scott Gottlieb on Friday directed the agency’s staff to develop new regulations on nicotine. The FDA has had the power since 2009 to regulate nicotine levels but hasn’t done so. Stocks of cigarette makers plunged after the announcement.

As part of the new strategy, the FDA is

giving e-cigarette makers four more years to comply with a review of products already on the market, Gottlieb said.

The agency intends to write rules that balance safety with e-cigarettes’ role in helping smokers quit, he said.

“A renewed focus on nicotine can help us to achieve a world where cigarettes no longer addict future generations of our kids,” Gottlieb said in a speech to staff in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Tar and other substances inhaled through smoking make cigarettes deadly, but the nicotine in tobacco is what makes them addictive.

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable heart disease, cancer and death in the United States, causing more than 480,000 deaths annually. Smoking rates, though, have been falling for decades and are at about 15 percent.

Gottlieb said he has asked the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products to explore whether lowering nicotine could create a black market for higher nicotine products and what role e-cigarettes and other products play in reducing harm from smoking. Battery-powered e-cigarettes See FDA, Page 7

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In this Feb. 16, 2017 photo, Dr. Annapoorna Kini, center, performs a non-emergency angioplasty at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Through a blood vessel in the groin, she guides a tube to a blockage in the heart. She inflates a tiny balloon to flatten the clog, and leaves behind a mesh tube called a stent to prop the artery open. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

Fast Care Continued from Page 6 half an hour beyond the 90 minutes that U.S. The warning signs: guidelines say patients should be treated after —Discomfort in the center of the chest lastarrival. ing more than a few minutes, or that goes In 2005, this “door-to-balloon” time aver- away and comes back. It can feel like pressure, aged a dismal 96 minutes, and the American squeezing, fullness or pain.

College of Cardiology led a drive to get hospi—Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, tals to improve. The report shows it plunged to the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

59 minutes in 2014.

—Shortness of breath, which might include It was only 24 minutes for George Smith at breaking out in a cold sweat, or feelings of UConn John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington, nausea or lightheadedness.

Connecticut. The 82-year-old woke up on “For women, the symptoms may not be the March 31 with intense jaw pain, the same kind same. It may not be the typical chest pain” but he had during a heart attack two years ago. His rather abdominal pain, nausea or unusual wife called 911. An ambulance whisked him to tiredness, said Dr. Annapoorna Kini, a cardithe emergency room, and “they were all wait- ologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York ing for me” at the door, he said.

City.

An hour later he was sitting up in bed with a What to do? “Get medical help,” she said. new stent. “I was amazed,” he said. “Such a “It’s better to worry after” about whether it blessing.” was really a stomach problem rather than a One reason UConn is so fast — its median heart attack. door-to-balloon time was 56 minutes last year, Angioplasty also is done for non-emergency and only 39 minutes during one recent quarter conditions, to treat chronic chest pain caused — is the work it has done to make its emer- by arteries that are clogged but not severely gency responders part of the cardiac care team, blocked, and its use in that setting is more said the hospital’s EMS coordinator, Peter questionable. Often medicines and other things Canning. can be tried first, and angioplasty can be “We used our paramedics to extend our hos- avoided or delayed. pital into the patient’s home,” where they do The report shows that fewer people are getan extensive electrocardiogram of the heart- ting these procedures inappropriately. In 2014, beat and call results ahead to the hospital to get about one third of angioplasties were elective, the angioplasty room ready, he said. “Calling for non-emergency situations. Just over half from 25 minutes out instead of 5 minutes out were deemed to be done for clearly approprican be a savings of 20 minutes of heart mus- ate reasons and another one third were classicle.” fied “may be appropriate” under guidelines But all that speed by the hospital won’t do from the cardiology college and others. About much good unless patients act fast, too, and 14 percent were deemed “rarely appropriate” call 911 if they think they might be having a — less than other research has found in the heart attack. past.

FDA Continued from Page 6 turn liquid nicotine into an inhalable vapor.

He also wants new rules to address flavored tobacco products and kids.

The FDA announcement is great news, said Eric Donny, a University of Pittsburgh researcher who has studied what happens when smokers puff on cigarettes with lower levels of nicotine. Donny and other researchers found that reducing nicotine substantially — by around 90 percent — leads to smokers being less dependent on cigarettes and smoking fewer of them.

There have been concerns that smokers might react to lower nicotine levels by smoking more. But the research shows that’s not what happens — not if enough nicotine is taken out, Donny said.

“Most of the harm associated with smoking is related not to the nicotine but everything else in the smoke. Reducing nicotine doesn’t make a cigarette safe, it just makes it less addictive,” said Donny, director of Pitt’s Center for the Evaluation of Nicotine in Cigarettes.

There’s additional research underway to see how often people who smoke lower-nicotine cigarettes switch to e-cigarettes or other, less harmful tobacco products, he said.

Kenneth Warner, a retired University of Michigan public health professor who is a leading authority on smoking and health, said he was pleasantly surprised to learn of the FDA announcement.

“If you can separate the nicotine people are craving from the smoke that’s killing them, then you may be doing something very important,” Warner said.

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids president Matthew Myers praised the overall approach as “a bold and comprehensive vision” but called the e-cigarettes delay “a serious error.”

“This long delay will allow egregious, kidfriendly e-cigarettes and cigars, in flavors like gummy bear, cherry crush and banana smash, to stay on the market with little public health oversight,” Myers said in a statement.

Altria Group, which sells Marlboro, other brands and e-cigarettes in the U.S., said it would be “fully engaged” in FDA’s rule-making process.

“It’s important to understand that any proposed rule such as a nicotine product standard must be based on science and evidence, must not lead to unintended consequences and must be technically achievable,” the company said in a statement.

Gottlieb touched on premium cigars in his

announcement, saying the agency wants to hear from the industry about their patterns of use and public health impacts. He said the FDA will “seriously consider” new data relevant to how premium cigars should be regulated.

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In US first, scientists edit genes of human embryos

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer For the first time in the United States, scientists have edited the genes of human embryos, a controversial step toward someday helping babies avoid inherited diseases.

The experiment was just an exercise in science — the embryos were not allowed to develop for more than a few days and were never intended to be implanted into a womb, according to MIT Technology Review, which first reported the news.

Officials at Oregon Health & Science University confirmed Thursday that the work took place there and said results would be published in a journal soon. It is thought to be the first such work in the U.S.; previous experiments like this have been reported from China.

How many embryos were created and edited in the experiments has not been revealed.

The Oregon scientists reportedly used a technique called CRISPR, which allows specific sections of DNA to be altered or replaced. It's like using a molecular scissors to cut and paste DNA, and is much more precise than some types of gene therapy that cannot ensure that desired changes will take place exactly where and as intended. With gene editing, these socalled "germline" changes are permanent and would be passed down to any offspring.

The approach holds great potential to avoid many genetic diseases, but has raised fears of "designer babies" if done for less lofty reasons, such as producing desirable traits.

Last year, Britain said some of its scientists could edit embryo genes to better understand human development.

And earlier this year in the U.S., the National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Medicine said in a report that altering the genes of embryos might be OK if done under strict criteria and aimed at preventing serious disease.

"This is the kind of research that the report discussed," University of Wisconsin-Madison bioethicist R. Alta Charo said of the news of Oregon's work. She co-led the National Academies panel but was not commenting on its behalf Thursday.

"This was purely laboratory-based work that is incredibly valuable for helping us understand how one might make these germline changes in a way that is precise and safe. But it's only a first step," she said.

"We still have regulatory barriers in the

United States to ever trying this to achieve a pregnancy. The public has plenty of time" to weigh in on whether that should occur, she said.

"Any such experiment aimed at a pregnancy would need FDA approval, and the agency is currently not allowed to even consider such a request" because of limits set by Congress.

One prominent genetics expert, Dr. Eric Topol, director of the Scripps Translational Science Institute in La Jolla, California, said gene editing of embryos is "an unstoppable, inevitable science, and this is more proof it can be done."

Experiments are in the works now in the U.S. using gene-edited cells to try to treat people with various diseases, but "in order to really have a cure, you want to get this at the embryo stage," he said. "If it isn't done in this country, it will be done elsewhere."

There are other ways that some parents who know they carry a problem gene can avoid passing it to their children, he added. They can create embryos through in vitro fertilization, screen them in the lab and implant only ones free of the defect.

Dr. Robert C. Green, a medical geneticist at Harvard Medical School, said the prospect of editing embryos to avoid disease "is inevitable and exciting," and that "with proper controls in place, it's going to lead to huge advances in human health."

The need for it is clear, he added: "Our research has suggested that there are far more disease-associated mutations in the general public than was previously suspected."

Hank Greely, director of Stanford University's Center for Law and the Biosciences, called CRISPR "the most exciting thing I've seen in biology in the 25 years I've been watching it," with tremendous possibilities to aid human health.

"Everybody should calm down" because this is just one of many steps advancing the science, and there are regulatory safeguards already in place. "We've got time to do it carefully," he said.

Michael Watson, executive director of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, said the college thinks that any work aimed at pregnancy is premature, but the lab work is a necessary first step.

"That's the only way we're going to learn" if it's safe or feasible, he said.

Brain disease seen in most football players in large report

By LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer CHICAGO (AP) — Research on 202 former football players found evidence of a brain disease linked to repeated head blows in nearly all of them, from athletes in the National Football League, college and even high school.

It’s the largest update on chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a debilitating brain disease that can cause a range of symptoms including memory loss.

The report doesn’t confirm that the condition is common in all football players; it reflects high occurrence in samples at a Boston brain bank that studies CTE. Many donors or their families contributed because of the players’ repeated concussions and troubling symptoms before they died.

“There are many questions that remain unanswered,” said lead author Dr. Ann McKee, a Boston University neuroscientist. “How common is this” in the general population and all football players?

“How many years of football is too many?” and “What is the genetic risk? Some players do not have evidence of this disease despite long playing years,” she noted.

It’s also uncertain if some players’ lifestyle habits — alcohol, drugs, steroids, diet — might somehow contribute, McKee said.

Dr. Munro Cullum, a neuropsychologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, emphasized that the report is based on a selective sample of men who were not necessarily representative of all football players. He said problems other than CTE might explain some of their most common symptoms before death — depression, impulsivity and behavior changes. He was not involved in the report.

McKee said research from the brain bank may lead to answers and an understanding of how to detect the disease in life, “while there’s still a chance to do something about it.” Currently, there’s no known treatment.

The strongest scientific evidence says CTE can only be diagnosed by examining brains after death, although some researchers are experimenting with tests performed on the living. Many scientists believe that repeated blows to the head increase risks for developing CTE, leading to progressive loss of normal brain matter and an abnormal buildup of a protein called tau. Combat veterans and athletes in rough contact sports like football and boxing are among those thought to be most at risk.

The new report was published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

CTE was diagnosed in 177 former players or nearly 90 percent of brains studied. That includes 110 of 111 brains from former NFL players; 48 of 53 college players; nine of 14 semi-professional players, seven of eight Canadian Football league players and three of 14 high

school players. The disease was not found in brains from two younger players.

A panel of neuropathologists made the diagnosis by examining brain tissue, using recent criteria from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, McKee said.

The NFL issued a statement saying these reports are important for advancing science related to head trauma and said the league “will continue to work with a wide range of experts to improve the health of current and former NFL athletes.”

After years of denials, the NFL acknowledged a link between head blows and brain disease and agreed in a $1 billion settlement to compensate former players who had accused the league of hiding the risks.

The journal update includes many previously reported cases, including former NFL players Bubba Smith, Ken Stabler, Dave Duerson and Ralph Wenzel.

New ones include retired tight end Frank Wainright, whose 10-year NFL career included stints with the Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints and Baltimore Ravens. Wainright died in April 2016 at age 48 from a heart attack triggered by bleeding in the brain, said his wife, Stacie. She said he had struggled almost eight years with frightening symptoms including confusion, memory loss and behavior changes.

Wainright played before the league adopted stricter safety rules and had many concussions, she said. He feared CTE and was adamant about donating his brain, she said.

“A lot of families are really tragically affected by it — not even mentioning what these men are going through and they’re really not sure what is happening to them. It’s like a storm that you can’t quite get out of,” his wife said.

Frank Wycheck, another former NFL tight end, said he worries that concussions during his nine-year career — the last seven with the Tennessee Titans — have left him with CTE and he plans to donate his brain to research.

“Some people have heads made of concrete, and it doesn’t really affect some of those guys,” he said. “But CTE is real.”

“I know I’m suffering through it, and it’s been a struggle and I feel for all the guys out there that are going through this,” said Wycheck, 45.

In the new report, McKee and colleagues found the most severe disease in former professional players; mild disease was found in all three former high school players diagnosed with the disease. Brain bank researchers previously reported that the earliest known evidence of CTE was found in a high school athlete who played football and other sports who died at age 18. He was not included in the current report.

The average age of death among all players studied was 66. There were 18 suicides among the 177 diagnosed.

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Car show at Food Fest WESTFIELD – Automobile aficionados will be able to feast their eyes – as well as their taste buds – at the third annual Rotary Food Fest which will be staged on the weekend of Aug. 25-26 in downtown Westfield. For the first time, the Food Fest will include a car show which will bring as many as 50 vintage and customized cars to Elm Street which will be closed to vehicular traffic from School Street to Franklin Street for the event. Visitors to the Food Fest will be able to get an up-close and personal looks at stunning examples of the cars of yesterday and today as the owners of the cars show off their treasures and compete for prizes.

The car show is a new addition to the Food Fest (now in it’s third year) sponsored by the Rotary Club of Westfield. The free two day event will begin on Friday at 5 p.m. and close for the night at 10 p.m. The street festival will resume on Saturday at noon and will will feature food and drink from local restaurants and food trucks as well as entertainment from local musicians.

Rotarian Jennifer Gruszka, a co-chair of this year’s festival, said the goal of the event is “to showcase local businesses as well as the downtown area.” The Westfield Rotarians will be selling beer and wine to adults at the festival which will enjoy live coverage from local FM radio station WSKB. Gruszka said that proceeds from the event will be returned to the community by the club in the form of grants for service projects which promote Rotary’s areas of focus.

As space to display cars is limited on Elm Street only the first 50 registrants will be able to participate in the car show. The site will open to participants at 11 a.m. and all cars must be in place when the Food Fest resumes at noon. The car show will continue until 3 p.m. although the Food Fest will not end until 10 p.m.

Car owners who wish to participate or learn more about the car show are encouraged to send an email to foodfestcars@gmail.com. The advance registration fee for the car show will be $10 while registration on the day of the event (as space is available) will be $15.

For sponsorship opportunities or to become a vendor at the Food Fest, please contact Gruszka at jennifergruszka45@gmail.com or visit the club’s website, westfieldrotary.org.

Sisters of St. Joseph Golf Tournament Planned Registration is now being accepted for the 21st Annual Sisters of St. Joseph Golf Classic to be held Monday, August 28 at the Springfield Country Club.

Morning and afternoon tee times are available to golfers, with shotgun starts at 8:00AM and 1:00PM. The tournament includes lunch and dinner, a silent auction and a raffle. Several levels of sponsorship opportunities are available to businesses and individuals. Proceeds from this event will benefit the care of the retired Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield. For more information, contact Sr. Eleanor Harrington at 413-536-0853.

West Springfield High School Class of 1952 Reunion The West Springfield High School Class of 1952 is celebrating its 65 Reunion at the Crestview Country Club on September 14. The following members are missing. If anyone has information regarding their whereabouts please call and leave a message at 7864726. Maurice Allen, William Athas Jr., John Bremsar, Fred Brown, Ruth Cosby Sterling, Cynthia Brice Faucette, Carolyn Harris Herrick, Glendore Lyman McLaughlin, Ann Thomas, Carol Tranghese Croteau

The Westfield Fair Hosts 62nd Westfield Fair/Pioneer Valley MA Pageant The Westfield Fair has a long-standing tradition of hosting the Westfield Fair/Pioneer Valley Pageant. The pageant is celebrating its 62nd year with the Westfield Fair and it is the second year of new management, with Pageant Director, Kim Starsiak & Assistant Pageant Director, Christie Borelli-Gromaski. This year, the pageant is being held on the Westfield Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 19, 2017, starting at 9AM through 3PM. Depending on the delegate category, delegates will have the opportunity to compete in the following areas: formalwear, sportswear, talent (ages 4& up), photogenic, and/or a written essay (Mrs. Pioneer Valley only). The Westfield Fair/Pioneer Valley Ma Pageant is extending competition to any male resident from the 4 Western Massachusetts counties. Junior Mr. Pioneer Valley is for young men ages 12 & under, and Mr. Pioneer Valley is for any male of ages 13 & up. We want to recognize ALL of the talented residents from our local area, both males and females of all ages!

For any interested, potential delegates, please note that we are hosting TWO Meet & Greet sessions with the former Miss Baystate and the current Mrs. Pioneer Valley Ma on Monday August 14th, starting at 6PM. Both sessions will be held at the All-Stars Dance Center located at 209 Root Road, Westfield, MA. Please check out our FaceBook page: Westfield Fair Pageant For more information and/or additional questions, please contact our Director, Kim Starsiak via email @ kim@allstarsdancecenter.com or via phone @ (413) 572-1122 or our Assistant Director, Christie BorelliGromaski via email @ cborelli2002@yahoo.com or via phone @ (860) 235-9867.

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This Feb. 19, 2013 file photo shows hydrocodone-acetaminophen pills, also known as Vicodin, arranged for a photo at a pharmacy in Montpelier, Vt. On Thursday, July 13, 2017, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine released a report saying the U.S. Food and Drug Administration should review the safety and effectiveness of all opioid painkillers. (AP Photo/Toby Talbot, File)

FDA panel: Not enough data to OK ‘abuse-deterrent’ opioid

By LINDA A. JOHNSON AP Medical Writer TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A panel of Food and Drug Administration advisers voted against approving a new opioid painkiller with a unique feature for deterring abuse: It releases a deep-blue dye if someone tries to get high by crushing, chewing or snorting pills.

Panelists voted overwhelmingly against approving Intellipharmaceutics International's generic version of extended-release Oxycontin, a key drug in the U.S. opioid addiction epidemic. The FDA usually follows its advisers' advice.

Doctors and scientists raised many concerns about the dye's safety for intended patients, and its effectiveness in deterring opioid abusers. Most said the

company hadn't done enough studies of the drug.

Some suggested blue stains around the mouth or nose from trying to abuse the drug could become popular among addicts. Others said the dye's "Scarlet Letter" shaming approach was insensitive.

Executives with Toronto-based Intellipharmaceutics had earlier said they believed the blue stains, which would take at least 30 minutes to scrub off the skin, would serve as an early-warning system to family and friends that an opioid addict was abusing drugs.

But the FDA advisers, a combined group of drug safety and pain management experts, voted 22-1 against recommending the FDA approve sales of the

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handling program,” said Ricardi. “It takes a special person, you have to really have a desire.”

When Westcott found out on Monday that he had been chosen, he couldn’t have been more excited.

“I’ve always liked watching the k-9 unit as a kid,” said Westcott.

“Working with dogs is a real nice avenue to go down.”

Moving forward, in the next couple of weeks, Westcott will be joining Master Trainer, Capt. Dwane Foisy of the Berkshire County’s Sheriff’s Department, to Shallow Creek Kennels in Pennsylvania. At the kennel, Westcott will be working with groups of dogs in order to make a selection for a new K-9 for the department.

Then in late August, Westcott will be attending a K-9 training

program that will last eight to twelve weeks. Along with the new K-9, Westcott will go through an extensive obedience program and then once the K-9 team earns their first certification, they will go to a four week narcotic detection certification program.

After Westcott is fully certified to be the K-9 handler, he’ll be ready to work with his new K-9 partner.

“I can’t wait to get him working,” said Westcott.

Before taking this position, Westcott was a full-time patrol officer on the department since 2009. Some of his responsibilities included being in charge of all medical training in the department and also a member of the dive team.

2017 Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival is a free event offering music, theater, dance, arts & crafts, educational workshops, and local culinary offerings in the heart of Springfield, Mass. taking place on Saturday, August 12, 2017 from 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M. Court Square, Springfield, MA • rain or shine.

Created to bring people together and enrich the community through a celebration of jazz and roots music, the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival features both rising-stars and legends of American music.

The Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival is produced by Blues to Green (www.bluestogreen.org), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose goal is to harness the power of art and music (particularly jazz and blues) to celebrate community and culture, build shared purpose, and catalyze both social and environmental change.

The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival was developed by Blues to Green Inc. in partnership with business, civic and nonprofit leaders in Springfield, to unite diverse communities in the urban center of Western Massachusetts to share the experience of music and art. The Festival celebrates music, as well as its host, the City of Springfield. By presenting the Festival in the heart of downtown, Blues to Green seeks to bolster a positive image of Springfield, engage artists and a diverse community in fueling its revitalization, and emphasize its place as a cultural hub and driver of cultural excellence in the region.

The Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival is made possible by scores of volunteers, and is funded solely from donations from individuals, organizations and corporations.

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pills, which Intellipharmaceutics has tentatively named "Rexista."

The panel also voted that the company hadn't provided enough data to show that addicts couldn't find a way to convert the pills' active ingredient, oxycodone, into a liquid that could be injected.

Advisers noted that the company hadn't studied issues such as whether the nasal irritant in the pill would prevent abusers from trying to snort it after crushing and whether the blue dye would discourage abuse attempts.

"I can see Smurf parties and blue lollipops suddenly becoming popular," said Dr. Melinda Campopiano, a senior medical adviser at the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

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Four-year-old Avery McAvoy, of Southwick, was granted an above ground pool as her wish.

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for the first time.

“It’s what you want to see with every wish,” said Peg Wheble, the Regional Director of Make-A-Wish Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

“Just watching her there, was so obvious that it was 100% gospel,” said Rod Willard, the General Manager at Teddy Bear Pools. “It was amazing to watch how much fun she had with her family and friends in the pool.”

According to Wheble, the average wish costs about $8,000 and around 50 wishes a year are granted to children throughout Western Massachusetts.

In order to find out more about the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, make a donation, or sign up to become a volunteer, go to their website http://massri.wish.org/.

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SUMMER SIZZLER CHAMPION Westfield Bobcats

Bobcats sizzle; Shea dazzles

By CHRIS PUTZ Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The victory tour continues…

If winning five straight games, including a 10-0 thrashing of Frontier to win the 16U Mickey Mantle championship at Deerfield Academy a week ago wasn’t enough, the Westfield Bobcats have delivered an encore performance.

Westfield went 2-0 in the Southwick Sizzler baseball event and beat the North East Dragons 13-4 in the finals to capture yet another trophy. The Bobcats will wrap up their summer run

when they travel to Connecticut Aug. 12-13 to compete in the War at the Shore.

The Westfield Bobcats are comprised of former Babe Ruth World Series players, and two players (Aidan Burke, Jack Lamirande) from St. Mary High School’s state championship squad.

BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY: NE Dragons 16U’s Bart “Big City” Shea, of Southwick recent accomplished a big feat, blasting a home run during his team’s Perfect Game Tournament appearance in the BCS National Championship July 17-23.

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Beverly star Ashton to hoop it up in England for Sheffield Hatters

By JEAN DEPLACIDO Correspondent Jen Ashton of Beverly is packing her bags to fly to England to begin a new and exciting venture playing professional basketball for the Sheffield Hatters.

The former Panther and Westfield State star will be one of two American players on the Hatters, which is the first women's basketball team in England that was founded in the early 1960's and is the most successful in the country.

The Hatters have dominated women's basketball in that country since the early 1990's, winning many national titles and cups.

Ashton was born in England and has dual citizenship which is a big plus. She lived in England until she was five-years old.

"I was about to start school," said Ashton. "My mother, who is American, wanted me to go to school here. I have a few memories of my times there, but not many. I went to a professional showcase and tried out for a few different teams. Sheffield offered me a contract based on the tryout and my college career. It seemed like a good fit and is located about an hour north of Manchester."

Thinking about trying to continue her career after college, Ashton found a great option: "Previously I had gone to Germany and was told there were opportunities in Finland or France, but England is perfect for me because there is no language barrier. I won't have the trouble of adjusting to a foreign language so it won't be hard to fit in."

Sheffield has teams ranging all the way from U10 to U18 along with the women's pro team. Ashton plans to arrive in late August with practices beginning on September 2. She will be busy from that point on until playoffs conclude in May. "When I was over there trying out Sheffield was in the semifinals," said Ashton. "The coach (Vanessa Ellis) is also an assistant for the national team, and there's the opportunity to play for her on the national side. I'm excited about the chance to play internationally. In November the national team will travel to Australia to tour. We'll have to see how it goes, but I'd love to do that."

In England, everything is combined with a pro league for women and a college program. Some teams like Sheffield have strong ties with the local University. The Hatters have three girls who are in college and play both for the Sheffield University and pro teams. Ashton said every country is different, but in England each team can only have two Americans on the roster.

Sheffield will provide housing for Ashton and pay her to play at the American rate which is better than what the

Shea’s dinger off an elite Texas ball club pitcher, Murucci southpaw Casen Holden, cleared the left field wall and traveled out of City of Palms Park in Fort Meyers, Florida. The park served as the spring training facility for the Boston Red Sox from 1993 to 2011 and is currently the home of the Florida Southwestern State College Buccaneers.

Shea also tossed six complete innings of two-hit ball to go along with seven strikeouts in leading his team to an 11-5 win July 20.

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Jen Ashton looks for an open teammate. (File photo by David Fried)

English players make.

"I can get a job if I want to, but I don't have to because I won't be paying for travel or food," she said. "I might try to get a part-time coaching job for one of the lower level teams if I want to buy a car. I'm undecided but will see how it goes."

After starring at Beverly High, Ashton put her name in the record books at Westfield State. As an Owl, she scored over 1500 points to finish second on the all time list. As a senior she ranked in the top 10 inn the country in Division 3 in both steals with over four and assists with six per game.

The 5-foot-six guard is a complete player, who was also very accurate from the free throw line with an 87.2 percent. She played for coach Andrea Bertini, who is from Salem.

"I really liked Westfield State, but was disappointed we never made the NCAA tournament," said Ashton. "I wound up on the all-time scoring in second place by just one basket, but even in high school shooting was not my first priority. Anyone will tell you I pass too much."

After graduating the elementary education major with a concentration in math, worked as a paraprofessional at Beverly High and was the JV basketball coach under Panthers head coach Seth Stantial. Last year she accepted a position as assistant coach at American International College in Springfield.

"AIC went to the NCAA's so that was exciting,' she said. "I didn't get there as a player, but did as a coach. It's nice to get back to playing again. I'm in pick up games three or four times a week and last year I played in the Danvers Women's League.

I also get together with some of my former AAU friends."

Continuing her playing career is an exciting development.

Her experience in the guard position should be a plus for her new squad.

"In Sheffield I expect to have more of a point guard role and passing will be my first responsibility; get the ball up court and set up somebody," Ashton said. "I love to play defense and steal the ball. I've been lucky to have a knack for the ball and coaches say I have a strong basketball IQ. I can tell what will happen before it actually does, and I use that to my advantage.

"I know this will be a big change for me, but it's something I'm excited about playing professional basketball, and I'm looking forward to the challenge."

WESTFIELD, Mass. – Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Owl Club Golf Tournament, a fundraiser which supports Westfield State University's varsity athletic programs.

The tournament, which will be played on Monday, August 7, is a scramble format, with lunch, dinner, tee gift and a variety of on-course contests played at the Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, Mass., which has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Public Courses.

Westfield State women's basketball coach Andrea Bertini '96 will be recognized as the tournament's guest of honor.

Bertini has led the Owls' women's basketball team to back-toback NCAA tournament appearances, and Westfield has transformed into one of the highest-scoring teams in the nation under her guidance.

The tournament is one of the most important annual events which help support the Owls' Smith Cup-winning athletic program – the best overall athletics program in the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Westfield Bank is the lead sponsor of the event. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available, contact Dave Caspole at 413-572-5433 or Brent Bean at 413-572-5636 for more information.

To register to play in the event, or attend the dinner, you can register on-line at www.westfieldalumni.org/owlgolf or download a printable PDF of the registration form. Please register today to ensure your spot in the tournament – the event has sold out for the past eight years.

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Dever’s 4 hits back Fister as Red Sox beat Indians

By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Doug Fister finally ended a long drought and rookie Rafael Devers continued his torrid start in the big leagues.

Fister took a shutout into the eighth inning, Devers went 4 for 4 and drove in a run and the Boston Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 6-2 on Monday night.

In six big-league games, the 20-year-old Devers is batting .417 (10 for 24) with four RBIs. “He’s come very fast, this year particularly,” Red Sox manager John Farrell said. “It helps that he’s gotten off to a good start to build some confidence.”

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DIVISION 1 RICK BROWN – JIM CARTWRIGHT TIM LARAMEE – DAN LARAMEE DAVE DUBOIS – ALAN VELAZQUEZ TOM MASSIMINO – TIM HUBER MIKE BERARDELLI – JIM JOHNSON PAUL CARRIER – LARRY COURNOYER DAN HARRIS – SHAWN BRADLEY RANDY ANDERSON – BOB GENEREUX MARC GRENIER – JOHN LAROSE JESSE RASID – AL NUBILE MIKE COTE – RYAN MALONEY SEAN CAHILL – MARK O’DONNELL DIVISION 2 BRUCE KELLOGG – RICHARD KELLOGG CAM LEWIS – BILL GRISE III DAN BURNS JR. – GREG GLIDDEN MARK LOGAN – JOE GAUDETTE CARLOS SANTOS – BILL GRISE II JIM CONROY – FRAN COMO ED BIELONKO – BRANDEN BIELONKO MIKE DOUVILLE – JODY WEHR JAY O’SULLIVAN – RICK BURKE GARY GLADU – FRAN DWYER BOB COLLIER – DON CLARKE MIKE MAHAN – JOE HEBDA DIVISION 3 GLENN GRABOWSKI – JEFF BERGER MIKE SOVEROW – MIKE MULLIGAN DAVE DOVER – BILL CHAFFEE BOB LEWKO – NICK STELLATO JASON GEORGE – DAN VAN KRUININGAN JIM HAAS – AL HAAS ROY BARTON – BILL REINHAGEN JOE BOUTIN – HENRY SMITH JIM STRYCHARZ – RICHARD ROY DAN BURNS SR. – MIKE MANIJEK CHRIS FENTON – RYAN DROBOT JASON FITZGERALD – STEVE TOMAINO

SHELL’S TEKOA • TUESDAY GOLF LEAGUE RESULTS FROM JULY 18, 2017

1st Place Bob Berniche & Fred Rogers 155.5 Points 2nd Place Jim Johnson & Jim Floraski 131.5 Points 3rd Place Rich Chistolini & Eric Wilder 125.5 Points 4th Place Ed West & Harry Pease

123.5 Points 5th Place Dick Wil iams & Ron Sena 123.0 Points 5th Place Bil Lawry & Dave Gile 123.0 Points 6th Place John Kidrick & Erroll Nichols 120.5 Points 7th Place Ray West & Harpo Czarnecki 116.5 Points 8th Place Angelo Masciadrelli & Frank Kamlowski 115.5 Points 9th Place Gene Theroux & Jack Kennedy 112.0 Points 10th Place Bob McCarthy & Jack Blascak 111.0 Points 10th Place John Lucas & Carl Haas 111.0 Points 11th Place Dave Liberty & Jim French 110.0 Points 12th Place Harry Thompson & Jeff Guglielmo 108.0 Points 13th Place Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning 104.5 Points 14th Place Skip Couture & Bob Dudas 98.0 Points 15th Place Butch Rines & Bil Wallinovich 92.5 Points 16th Place Ron Bonyeau & Mike Ripa 90.5 Points

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Eric Wilder Low Net Jack Blascak Closest to Pin on 3rd (1st shot) Bob Berniche Closest to Pin on 3rd (2nd shot) Angelo Masciadrelli Closest to Pin on 6th (2nd shot) Dick Wil iams & Eric Wilder & Jim Johnson (Birdies)

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LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL 10-YEAR-OLDS East Region Invitational (at Jenkins Township, Penn.)

Saturday, July 29 Rhode Island 5, Westfield 3

Wednesday, Aug. 2 Westfield vs. Maine, 10 a.m.

Sunday, July 30 Westfield 4, Fairfield (Conn.) 3 Monday, July 31 Westfield – OFF Tuesday, Aug. 1 Westfield vs. Vermont, 3:15 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 3 Semifinals Friday, Aug. 4 Consolation Game Championship Game

FRIDAY COUPLES LEAGUE • EAST MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB

Results for July 28, 2017 32 couples participated on a beautiful evening for golf Points results front-9: John Fisher and Peggy Canty 41 points Gerry Potvin and Nancy Jamrog 36 points Net results front-9: Dan Harris and Nancy Harris 68 Mike Mulligan and Sue Woodbury 71 Dennis Desmarais and Linda Desmarais 71 Points results back-9: Tom Keenan and Colleen Keenan 46 points Dennis Daigneault and Kyla Daigneault 38 points Shawn Czepial and shelley Czepial 37 points Net results back-9: Brian Zych and Sandy Zych 66 Mike Peters and Kym Peters 70 Larry Adamczyk and Denise Adamczyk 72 Pioria results: Brad Cabral and Michelle Cabral 68 Congratulations to the winners. Winning teams receive pro shop “chits” money redeemable for pro shop merchandise. Winning “chits” may be used anytime during the season and must be used by October 31, 2017. Special orders must be made before September 29, 2017.

Thank you!

Ted Perez Jr East Mountain Country Club Westfield

Final evening for the 2017 Friday Couples League is September 29. Steak dinner and awards ceremony will follow golf. Teams must let us know if they will be playing and attending the final evening and dinner. The final evening will be a scramble format for each team with dinner to follow at approximately 7pm.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2017 - PAGE 11

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL CAPSULES

By The Associated Press NATIONALS 1, MARLINS 0 MIAMI (AP) — Washington lefty Gio Gonzalez lost his no-hit bid in the ninth inning when Dee Gordon led off with a clean single, and the Nationals beat the Miami Marlins 1-0 Monday night.

Gonzalez was pulled after Gordon hit a soft liner the opposite way to left-center field. He threw 106 pitches.

Gonzalez (9-5), who grew up in nearby Hialeah, walked three, hit a batter and struck out five. He retired 14 in a row during one stretch.

Sean Doolittle relieved and got NL home run leader Giancarlo Stanton to ground into a double play. After Christian Yelich beat out an infield single, Marcell Ozuna popped out, giving Doolittle his fourth save since being acquired from Oakland and seventh this season.

Jose Urena (9-5) matched zeroes with Gonzalez until the sixth, when Bryce Harper’s RBI single put the Nationals ahead. Urena allowed just three hits in eight innings.

YANKEES 7, TIGERS 3 NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge broke out of a slump with his 34th home run, regaining sole possession of the major league lead, and Chase Headley sparked New York past Detroit.

Luis Severino beat Michael Fulmer in a matchup of young All-Stars on the mound, though neither was at his best. Hours after acquiring Sonny Gray from Oakland at the trade deadline, Headley put the AL East leaders ahead to stay with a two-run double in a four-run fourth inning.

Todd Frazier followed with a two-run single, and Judge hit a solo shot in the fifth.

Headley finished with three hits as New York won for the ninth time in 11 games.

Severino (8-4) needed a career-high 116 pitches to get through five innings.

Aroldis Chapman entered with the bases loaded in the ninth and got two outs for his 13th save.

Fulmer (10-9) gave up seven runs and seven hits over six-plus innings.

ORIOLES 2, ROYALS 1 BALTIMORE (AP) — Craig Gentry singled home the winning run with two outs in the ninth inning, and Baltimore cooled off surging Kansas City.

Manny Machado had two hits and scored a run for the Orioles, who have won three straight.

Caleb Joseph got Baltimore going in the ninth with a one-out single off Joakim Soria (4-3). Ruben Tejada singled with two outs before Gentry hit a grounder up the middle that sent Joseph home from second base without a throw.

It was the second loss in 12 games for the Royals, who managed only five hits off three Baltimore pitchers.

Zach Britton (1-0) — the subject of many rumors before the non-waiver trade deadline ended on Monday afternoon — worked the ninth for the Orioles.

PHILLIES 7, BRAVES 6 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Odubel Herrera and Maikel Franco hit homers, Nick Pivetta threw six sharp innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 7-6 on Monday afternoon to complete a four-game sweep.

Pivetta (4-6) gave up one run and three hits, striking out five.

Kurt Suzuki and Freddie Freeman went deep for Atlanta. Braves starter Mike Foltynewicz (9-6) allowed five runs and seven hits in four innings.

The Phillies have won five in a row and are 10-6 since the All-Star break, but still own the worst record (39-64) in the majors.

MARINERS 6, RANGERS 4 ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Robinson Cano had a two-run single in the ninth and Seattle won at Texas hours after the Rangers

Red Sox

traded pitcher Yu Darvish.

The Mariners trailed 4-0 after two innings before getting even against Cole Hamels, the remaining ace for Texas now that Darvish is with the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cano lined a ball over the head of right fielder Shin-Soo Choo, getting two runs home before he was thrown out trying to stretch the hit into a double. The hit came right after pitching coach Doug Brocail was ejected for arguing a balk called against Alex Claudio (2-1) that put runners at second and third.

David Phelps (1-1) struck out five in 1 2/3 innings before Edwin Diaz pitched a perfect ninth for his 20th save.

Rougned Odor and Carlos Gomez homered for the Rangers, who had five hits in the first two innings against Felix Hernandez and then one the rest of the game. They struck out 13 times against four pitchers.

WHITE SOX 7, BLUE JAYS 6 CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Davidson singled in Leury Garcia with two outs in the ninth inning for his second game-ending hit in two days, and Chicago rallied to beat Toronto after losing top prospect Yoan Moncada to a right knee injury.

Adam Engel sparked the winning rally with a one-out single against Roberto Osuna (3-2). Garcia then was hit by a pitch, putting runners on first and second.

After Tyler Saladino struck out swinging, Jose Abreu tied it at 6 with a single to right.

Davidson followed with another base hit, and then was mobbed by his teammates as he ran around the infield.

The White Sox trailed 6-1 before they scored four times in the eighth, capped by consecutive homers for Davidson and Yolmer Sanchez. Davidson also hit a game-ending, two-run homer in Sunday’s 3-1 victory over Cleveland.

ASTROS 14, RAYS 7 HOUSTON (AP) — Jake Marisnick homered twice among his three hits and had a career-high five RBIs to help Houston coast past Tampa Bay. The Rays cut the lead to one after a tworun homer by Corey Dickerson in the third inning before an RBI single by Tyler White made it 4-2 with two outs in the bottom of the inning.

Marisnick’s first shot — a three-run homer which bounced off the wall above the seats in left field — came next to push the lead to 7-2.

Two pitches later Derek Fisher, who finished a triple shy of the cycle, connected off Alex Cobb (9-7) on a home run to right field to make it 8-2.

Houston starter Charlie Morton (9-4) allowed a season-low two hits with two runs in six innings for his fourth win in five starts.

Dickerson added a solo shot in the eighth for his seventh career multihomer game.

ATHLETICS 8, GIANTS 5 OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Marcus Semien hit a grand slam off reliever George Kontos in the sixth inning, and Oakland held on for the win hours after trading ace Sonny Gray.

Jed Lowrie had three hits and an RBI, Ryon Healy added a two-run single and Matt Joyce reached base four times and scored twice for Oakland.

Bruce Maxwell drew a leadoff walk from Josh Osich (3-2) to begin the sixth. Pinchhitter Rajai Davis followed with a one-out single before Osich walked Joyce to load the bases. Kontos replaced Osich to face Semien, who powered a 1-1 pitch over the wall in left-center for his second career grand slam.

Paul Blackburn (2-1), making the start after Gray was dealt to the New York Yankees, allowed five runs over five innings. Blake Treinen retired three batters for his first save in the AL this season.

Buster Posey and Brandon Belt had two hits apiece for the Giants.

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Devers said he’s felt relaxed since he’s come up.

“I feel very comfortable,” he said through a translator. “I’m just playing my game and things are going well right now.”

For the 33-year-old Fister, it was his first win since August 22nd of last season when he was with Houston, ending a 10-game losing streak.

“A long time coming,” he said. “There’s been a lot of trials and tribulations that come with it.”

Mookie Betts stopped his mini-slump by driving in three runs with two singles, and Eduardo Nunez added three hits and two RBIs for the Red Sox, who won for the third time in nine games.

Bradley Zimmer hit a two-run homer for AL Central-leading Cleveland, which lost its second straight after a season-high nine-game winning streak.

Fister (1-5), claimed off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels on June 23, was pulled after giving up Zimmer’s homer with two outs in the eighth. He allowed two runs and five hits, walking two and striking out five.

“He kind of put on a clinic,” Indians manager Terry Francona said.

Brandon Workman got the final four outs.

Mike Clevinger (5-4) gave up five runs and seven hits in three innings.

“I just wasn’t finding the zone. I was staying low, but I couldn’t seem to find that outside half,” he said. “There’s bad times and good times. I think this is a really good team and we’ll be just fine.”

Betts, the runner-up for last season’s AL MVP award, flied out with the bases loaded to end a loss Sunday and was 3 for his last 27 without an RBI. Before the game, both clubs beat the nonwaiver trade deadline and added bullpen help.

The Red Sox picked up right-hander Addison Reed from the Mets for three 22-year-old right-handed pitching prospects.

The Indians acquired righty Joe Smith from Toronto for two minor leaguers.

Betts’ two-run single sparked a three-run second. He scored on Nunez’s double.

In the fourth, Betts added another RBI single, and Nunez added a run-scoring single.

Devers’ RBI single made it 6-0 in the seventh.

TRAINER’S ROOM Indians: 2B Jason Kipnis (hamstring) and OF Lonnie Chisenhall (calf) are both working back from injuries so the club concentrated on bullpen help. “We’re in a little bit of a unique spot where we have a couple of guys coming back,” Francona said.

Red Sox: 2B Dustin Pedroia missed his third straight game because of a sore left knee.

Farrell said the improvement has been “slight” and he’s scheduled to see a specialist Tuesday.

President Dave Dombrowski said: “The problem with Dustin is he has a bad knee. He’s had it for years and he’s had to have to deal with that.”

LINEUP SHIFT The Red Sox moved 3B Devers from the bottom of the order to sixth. “Slot him up two, three spots to take a different look,” Farrell said.

Xander Bogaerts was dropped to seventh and Mitch Moreland eighth.

DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS The Indians finished July 15-11 for their seventh straight month over .500.

Boston, though, went 13-14 for its first under .500 this season.

ROSTER MOVES The Indians placed RHP Josh Tomlin on the 10-day disabled list with a strained left hamstring and recalled LHP Tyler Olson from Triple-A Columbus.

Tomlin (7-9, 5.38 ERA) was injured in his start Sunday against the White Sox. The 27-year-old Olson is up for the second time this season.

UP NEXT Indians: Carlos Carrasco (10-4, 3.58) is set to start the second game of the series. He’s 7-2 with a 2.87 ERA in 11 road starts this season.

Red Sox: LHP Chris Sale (13-4, 2.37) takes his major-league leading 211 strikeouts and a 12-2 record into his last 16 starts to the mound Tuesday. He hasn’t allowed a run in his last three games.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away New York 57 47 .548 — — 8-2 W-1 32-18 25-29 Boston 58 49 .542 ½ — 4-6 W-1 31-20 27-29 Tampa Bay 54 53 .505 4½ 2½ 3-7 L-1 29-23 25-30 Baltimore 51 54 .486 6½ 4½ 5-5 W-3 31-21 20-33 Toronto 49 57 .462 9 7 5-5 L-1 27-26 22-31 Central Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Cleveland 57 47 .548 — — 8-2 L-2 28-24 29-23 Kansas City 55 49 .529 2 — 8-2 L-1 30-23 25-26 Minnesota 50 53 .485 6½ 4½ 3-7 L-2 23-31 27-22 Detroit 47 57 .452 10 8 4-6 L-1 27-25 20-32 Chicago 41 62 .398 15½ 13½ 3-7 W-2 21-27 20-35 West Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Houston 69 36 .657 — — 6-4 W-1 31-21 38-15 Seattle 54 53 .505 16 2½ 6-4 W-3 32-27 22-26 Los Angeles 51 55 .481 18½ 5 5-5 L-1 27-23 24-32 Texas 50 55 .476 19 5½ 5-5 L-3 27-25 23-30 Oakland 47 59 .443 22½ 9 4-6 W-3 31-24 16-35 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Washington 63 41 .606 — — 6-4 W-2 29-22 34-19 Miami 49 55 .471 14 10 6-4 L-2 25-28 24-27 New York 48 55 .466 14½ 10½ 5-5 L-2 25-28 23-27 Atlanta 48 56 .462 15 11 2-8 L-5 23-25 25-31 Philadelphia 39 64 .379 23½ 19½ 7-3 W-5 23-28 16-36 Central Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Chicago 56 48 .538 — — 7-3 W-2 27-22 29-26 Milwaukee 55 52 .514 2½ 5½ 3-7 L-2 29-26 26-26 St. Louis 52 53 .495 4½ 7½ 6-4 W-1 31-26 21-27 Pittsburgh 51 54 .486 5½ 8½ 4-6 W-1 27-23 24-31 Cincinnati 42 63 .400 14½ 17½ 2-8 W-1 25-28 17-35 West Division W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Los Angeles 74 31 .705 — — 8-2 W-8 47-13 27-18 Arizona 60 45 .571 14 — 5-5 L-1 36-18 24-27 Colorado 60 46 .566 14½ — 5-5 L-1 31-19 29-27 San Diego 47 58 .448 27 12½ 6-4 L-1 28-26 19-32 San Francisco 40 67 .374 35 20½ 3-7 L-4 22-29 18-38

AMERICAN LEAGUE Sunday’s Games Tampa Bay 5, N.Y. Yankees 3 Toronto 11, L.A. Angels 10 Detroit 13, Houston 1 Kansas City 5, Boston 3 Chicago White Sox 3, Cleveland 1 Baltimore 10, Texas 6 Oakland 6, Minnesota 5, 12 innings Seattle 9, N.Y. Mets 1 Monday’s Games Baltimore 2, Kansas City 1 N.Y. Yankees 7, Detroit 3 Boston 6, Cleveland 2 Seattle 6, Texas 4 Chicago White Sox 7, Toronto 6 Houston 14, Tampa Bay 7 Oakland 8, San Francisco 5 Tuesday’s Games Detroit (Sanchez 2-1) at N.Y. Yankees (Sabathia 9-3), 7:05 p.m.

Kansas City (Kennedy 4-6) at Baltimore (Bundy 9-8), 7:05 p.m.

Cleveland (Carrasco 10-4) at Boston (Sale 13-4), 7:10 p.m.

Seattle (Ramirez 4-3) at Texas (Martinez 3-3), 8:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Archer 7-6) at Houston (Fiers 7-5), 8:10 p.m.

Toronto (Stroman 9-5) at Chicago White Sox (Pelfrey 3-8), 8:10 p.m.

San Francisco (Samardzija 5-11) at Oakland (Manaea 8-5), 10:05 p.m.

Philadelphia (Nola 8-6) at L.A. Angels (Nolasco 4-12), 10:07 p.m.

Minnesota (Berrios 9-4) at San Diego (Chacin 10-7), 10:10 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games Detroit (Zimmermann 6-8) at N.Y. Yankees (Tanaka 8-9), 1:05 p.m.

Toronto (Happ 3-8) at Chicago White Sox (Holland 5-10), 2:10 p.m.

Minnesota (Santana 11-7) at San Diego (Perdomo 5-5), 3:40 p.m.

Kansas City (Vargas 13-4) at Baltimore (Tillman 1-6), 7:05 p.m.

Cleveland (Bauer 9-8) at Boston (Porcello 4-14), 7:10 p.m.

Seattle (Miranda 7-4) at Texas (Cashner 6-8), 8:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay (Pruitt 5-2) at Houston (Keuchel 9-0), 8:10 p.m.

Philadelphia (Thompson 1-0) at L.A. Angels (Ramirez 9-9), 10:07 p.m.

Oakland (Gossett 2-6) at San Francisco (Moore 3-10), 10:15 p.m.

——— NATIONAL LEAGUE Sunday’s Games Cincinnati 6, Miami 4 Philadelphia 2, Atlanta 1 Colorado 10, Washington 6, 1st game Chicago Cubs 4, Milwaukee 2 St. Louis 3, Arizona 2 Seattle 9, N.Y. Mets 1 Pittsburgh 7, San Diego 1 Washington 3, Colorado 1, 2nd game L.A. Dodgers 3, San Francisco 2, 11 innings Monday’s Games Philadelphia 7, Atlanta 6 Washington 1, Miami 0 Oakland 8, San Francisco 5 Tuesday’s Games Cincinnati (Bailey 2-5) at Pittsburgh (Taillon 6-4), 7:05 p.m.

Washington (Scherzer 12-5) at Miami (O’Grady 2-1), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Maeda 9-4) at Atlanta (Sims 0-0), 7:35 p.m.

St. Louis (Martinez 7-8) at Milwaukee (Nelson 8-5), 7:40 p.m.

Arizona (Corbin 8-9) at Chicago Cubs (Lester 8-6), 8:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Matz 2-4) at Colorado (Hoffman 6-3), 8:40 p.m.

San Francisco (Samardzija 5-11) at Oakland (Manaea 8-5), 10:05 p.m.

Philadelphia (Nola 8-6) at L.A. Angels (Nolasco 4-12), 10:07 p.m.

Minnesota (Berrios 9-4) at San Diego (Chacin 10-7), 10:10 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games Minnesota (Santana 11-7) at San Diego (Perdomo 5-5), 3:40 p.m.

Cincinnati (Stephenson 0-4) at Pittsburgh (Williams 4-4), 7:05 p.m.

Washington (TBD) at Miami (Worley 0-2), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (Stewart 0-0) at Atlanta (Teheran 7-9), 7:35 p.m.

Arizona (Godley 4-4) at Chicago Cubs (Arrieta 10-7), 8:05 p.m.

St. Louis (Wainwright 11-5) at Milwaukee (Suter 2-1), 8:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Flexen 0-1) at Colorado (Senzatela 10-4), 8:40 p.m.

Philadelphia (Thompson 1-0) at L.A. Angels (Ramirez 9-9), 10:07 p.m.

Oakland (Gossett 2-6) at San Francisco (Moore 3-10), 10:15 p.m.

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Dear Annie

By ANNIE LANE

Which way should I go?

Dear Annie: I’m a writer and photographer for a regional magazine. In my town, there’s a local celebrity whom I think has gotten a big career on not-so-big talent. He gets press coverage everywhere for almost everything he does -- except in my little corner of culture writing. I have not pitched any articles about him and instead cover lesser-known people. In my mind, I’m lending credence to the those who have actually worked hard and don’t just market themselves well, but I worry that my pettiness is apparent and will limit me career-wise. Which way should I go? -- Rolling My Eyes Dear Rolling My Eyes: If almost every other publication is covering this man, then surely no one misses him when he’s not in your magazine. Still, I’d encourage you to drop your angle and consider, as objectively as possible, whether whatever he is doing is newsworthy and would be of interest to your readers. If deep down you know the answer is yes, put aside your own feelings and feature him. If the answer really is no, then stop worrying about being perceived as petty.

By the way, these days, people with mediocre talent can exceed if they’re savvy at self-promotion, and that’s really not your local celebrity’s fault; it’s simply the times we’re living in, for better or worse.

Dear Annie: There are renters who recently moved into our neighborhood. They have two children around the age of 8 who help with chores and seem very well-mannered. Lately, a neighborhood boy around the same age has become a frequent visitor at the house and constant playmate. The boy, whom I’ll call “Johnny,” is well-known ... and not for good reasons. He has vandalized property, purposely walks out in front of cars, uses bad language and defies authority.

Johnny used to hang out at another house in the neighborhood but is no longer welcome there because the father decided he was “a bad influence.” I feel for Johnny. He is being raised by elderly grandparents who are in bad health and offer little oversight.

However, I also wonder if I should warn the neighbor’s parents about Johnny’s history. What do you think? -- Concerned in Georgia Dear Concerned: Your intentions are good, but you know what they say about good intentions. Keep your thoughts to yourself for now. Your new neighbor’s children sound wonderful, and it’s two well-behaved children with one not-so-well-behaved child. They might end up influencing Johnny for the better, setting him on the straight-and-narrow. Regardless, with whom your neighbor children spend time is completely up to their parents. If their parents should come to you with questions about Johnny, then offer up your two cents.

Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators. com. To find out more about Annie Lane and read features by other Creators Syndicate columnists and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

HINTS FROM HELOISE BEACH BULLETIN Dear Heloise: For beachgoers, there are some things you should always pack in your beach bag besides tanning oil and a towel: * Sunblock -- everyone should use it, but this is especially important for children and very fair-skinned people who burn rather than tan. * Meat tenderizer -- this is good to have on hand if you are near an ocean that has jellyfish. Mix a little water with the tenderizer to make a paste, and apply it to the affected area. * Slip-on shoes or rubber thongs for the feet -- by midday, sand can get extremely hot, so don’t go barefoot to the beach. * A hat (one with a wide brim is best) -- shield your head in the hot sun, as well as your eyes from ultraviolet rays. * Bottled water -- stay hydrated, and I can’t emphasize this enough.

-- Alana S., Ocean Park, Maine LICE AREN’T NICE Dear Heloise: My son came home from school with head lice!

How could he have picked up lice? -- Lana F., Barberton, Ohio Lana, there is no correlation between personal hygiene and contracting head lice. Tell your son that in the future he is not to share caps, hats, scarves or other clothing with his friends or classmates. There are many over-the-counter remedies for head lice. -- Heloise SEND A GREAT HINT TO: Heloise P.O. Box 795000 San Antonio, TX 78279-5000 Fax: 1-210-HELOISE Email: Heloise(at)Heloise.com

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TV Sports Tonight Tuesday, Aug. 1 BASKETBALL 7 p.m.

ESPN — The Basketball Tournament, first semifinal, Team Challenge ALS vs. Scarlet & Gray, at Baltimore 9 p.m.

ESPN — The Basketball Tournament, second semifinal, Boeheim’s Army vs. Overseas Elite, at Baltimore BEACH VOLLEYBALL 3 p.m.

NBCSN — FIVB World Championships, pool play, at Vienna (same-day tape)

CYCLING 2 p.m.

FS2 — Tour of Utah, Stage 2, Brigham City to Odgen, Utah MLB BASEBALL 7 p.m.

MLB — Regional coverage, Cleveland at Boston OR Detroit at N.Y. Yankees 10 p.m.

FS1 — Minnesota at San Diego WNBA BASKETBALL 8 p.m.

NBA — New York at San Antonio

On The Tube

Kyle Busch (18) leads the field into Turn 1 at the start of the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Pocono Raceway, Sunday, July 30, 2017, in Long Pond, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

NASCAR cuts weekend schedule to save money, ease travel

By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer LONG POND, Pa. (AP) — Kyle Busch usually wakes up around 8 a.m. or so on race day and just waits until he's needed for a meet-and-greet before he slips into the No. 18 Toyota.

But if he's up, he may as well as qualify before lunch. And if he wins the pole, well, he may as well go win the race.

Busch was the biggest benefactor in NASCAR's decision to try a reduced weekend Cup schedule at Pocono Raceway. NASCAR ditched the traditional practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and drivers made their run at the pole just a few hours before the start of Sunday's race. Busch won the pole and won a race for the first time this season.

"I wouldn't mind more days like that," Busch said. "With my Xfinity and Truck efforts getting cut back more and more each year, that's going to be more Fridays at home with my son. That's going to be more fun for us drivers."

NASCAR will try the two-day show again this week at Watkins Glen and Oct. 29 at Martinsville.

Pocono threw an infield fan festival on Friday night and a solid crowd turned out to watch Dale Earnhardt Jr ., Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson, Kurt Busch, Martin Truex Jr., Daniel Suarez and Michael McDowell have fun participating in lip sync battles, cooking showdowns and the like.

Watkins Glen is holding its own fan fest and a country music concert Friday night.

The real benefit to the skinny schedule is that teams can save money and spend more time at home. The cash and days off add up over the course of one of the more grueling schedules in sports.

Plus, it's hardly worth it for tracks to open the gates anymore on Fridays to draw a crowd not much larger than a minor league baseball game.

"That's really what it's about, it's about quality of life for the team guys, giving them an extra day," 2014 NASCAR champion Kevin Harvick

said. "If we can add that up 10, 15, 20 weekends, that's two or three weeks that you can keep those guys at home and let them spend some time with their families and kids and wives. Everybody is just gone so much, it's almost becoming harder and harder — it is becoming harder and harder — to hire people because it is such a grind."

NASCAR's slice of the schedule was just one of many shake-ups this week that could influence the rest of the season: ON THE FENCE Busch had led more than 1,000 laps entering the race but was still on the longest losing streak of his career. He made a late charge down the stretch to win at Pocono for the first time and end an overall 36-race losing streak.

Busch stamped his automatic entry for NASCAR's postseason (the series for some reason dumped the term "Chase" though everyone still uses it) and showed he's a legitimate contender to win his second championship.

Joey Logano, runner-up to champion Jimmie Johnson last season, is in serious danger of missing the playoffs.

Logano is 16 points outside the field and finished 27th at Pocono. Logano did win a race in April at Richmond that was later ruled "encumbered" because of a rear suspension violation. The decision by NASCAR essentially stripped him of all benefits that came with the victory.

Logano had won five, six and three races the last three seasons, so pulling off a second win this year is certainly possible. But his results of late make it seem like the championship season will go on without the Team Penske driver.

Earnhardt is buried in 22nd place in the standings in his final season. He swept Pocono in 2014 and hoped a solid run there this year could spark him into contention. He finished a solid 12th and has races left at Watkins Glen, Michigan, Bristol, Darlington and Richmond.

"Michigan is a good one, that's a good track for us," Earnhardt said. "Bristol? I could probably win there."

Matt Kenseth is 16th and holds the

final transfer spot, 17 points ahead of Clint Bowyer.

SPONSOR WOES Kyle Larson, the top young driver in the sport, lost Target last week as his sponsor in 2018. Kenseth, Danica Patrick, Kurt Busch and Kasey Kahne are among the drivers with uncertain futures because of various sponsor issues. With TV ratings and attendance flatlining, teams are struggling to put together multiyear deals with a committed corporate backer that will fund the program "I think the traditional model is going to go extinct soon, and it could be argued that it's here right now," 2012 champion Brad Keselowski said. "The traditional model (of just) being a consumer brand sponsor that just wants to see a car out there with their name out it will go extinct in the next couple years.

That's not always a bad thing. There's other models that work and have proven to be successful."

TRICKY TRIANGLE? What would Pocono call itself if it ditched its tri-oval shape for a Cup race on the road course? Track CEO Nick Igdalsky said he would be willing to hold one of the track's two Cup races on the road course .

That's if Pocono keeps two NASCAR weekends.

"If that's the direction of the future of the sport, like what Charlotte did, then I would be open to a road course race for one of the two, especially if it secures a second date for Pocono well into the future," Igdalsky said Monday. "By no means do I want to do that. I want to keep two ovals. But if that's the direction of the future of the sport, then we are prepared to move in that direction."

While track founder, Joseph Mattioli, and former CEO Brandon Igdalsky were adamant about keeping two races, Nick Igdalsky realized the track could be on the chopping block if NASCAR wanted to shake up the schedule.

"We'd love to continue having two," he said. "But if one day, it that's not the way the cards fall, so be it. We'd still be honored to be part of the show."

Bernie Sanders and Larry David share some ‘identical DNA’ The Associated Press BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Henry Louis Gates Jr., the host of "Finding Your Roots" on PBS, says the show "couldn't have scripted" the discovery that actor, comedian Larry David and Senator Bernie Sanders are related.

An episode where the two learn they're distant relatives will air on the show's upcoming fourth season, premiering Oct. 3.

David has impersonated Sanders on "Saturday Night Live."

Gates spoke about the discovery Monday during a panel about his show as part of the Television Critics Association's annual summer press gathering.

He said Sanders and David share "identical DNA" of three chromosomes and "that's a lot of matches."

Last week, David told TV critics that Sanders is a "third cousin or something" while promoting the return of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" to HBO.

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DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2017: This year you often feel conflict between what you want emotionally and how vulnerable you want to be. With this type of conflict, you often send out mixed messages. If you are single, many potential suitors could back off because they might not be sure how to react to you. You are likely to meet someone of significance who can deal with you and your multifaceted personality. If you are attached, you and your sweetie will enjoy your downtime together more than you have in many months. SCORPIO understands you almost too well.

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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DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni

B.C. Mastroianni and Hart

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH You might feel stressed out by everything that is happening around you, especially on a personal level. Either handle the issues before your workweek starts or use more self-discipline in order to perform on the level you normally do in the outside world. Tonight: You decide.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH Don’t underestimate the importance of effective communication. Listen carefully, and be willing to imagine what the other party might be feeling. The more you are able to identify with others, the better the results will be. Tonight: Share important news with a loved one.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHHH Others easily might say that you are overly emotional, but they do not understand you. You are willing to let go and embrace your feelings, whereas many people are not. This quality is your strength, not your weakness; use it well. Tonight: Your magnetism speaks for itself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHH You might want to pull away from a touchy or difficult situation. Be honest with yourself about why you seem to be holding back. Reach out to a loved one for feedback.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Meetings and success surround you, as long as you remain active and are willing to throw yourself into various situations. Be responsive to others’ efforts to communicate. A goal becomes possible if you stay centered and focused. Tonight: Speak your mind with a dear friend.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH A work-related matter or a situation involving an authority figure could make you feel uneasy. Try as you might, you can’t seem to avoid this, which promises a change in at least one area of your life. Refuse to be cornered by someone else. Tonight: Could be up late.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You might want to reach out to someone at a distance and/or someone who knows and understands a lot more about a certain topic than you do. You are looking for alternatives, so be willing to discuss your options openly. Tonight: Do whatever puts a smile on your face.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH You might feel a little off. Use your instincts when dealing with a personal matter that is weighing you down. Speak to someone who cares a lot about you; you will appreciate this person’s feedback. You still will have a lot to think about. Tonight: Get some extra R and R. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Seize the moment and get down to the basics of a certain situation. A friendship or partnership could take its toll on you.

The other party might be generally demanding, and could ask a lot from you. Discuss your feelings and speak your mind. Tonight: Say “yes” to an invitation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Others observe your performance and ability to deal with a changeable person or situation. Be willing to acknowledge someone else’s efforts, as it will add to the depth of your bond. You might decide that it’s time to indulge in a special treat for yourself.

Tonight: Relax at home.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Tap into your ability to get past a situation that you have found to be rather problematic. You’ll discover that you are able to find a solution once you detach. A friend helps you understand his or her perspective. A loved one expresses his or her caring. Tonight: Out late.

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PAGE 14 - TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2017 LEGAL NOTICES July 25, 2017 August 1, 8, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Jessica A. Maynard and Raymond P. Maynard to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Sovereign Bank, N.A., dated June 29, 2012 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 19326, Page 417, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder by assignment from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sovereign Bank, National Association to Wells Fargo Bank, NA dated May 14, 2014 and recorded with said Registry on May 15, 2014 at Book 20280, Page 42, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 a.m. on August 21, 2017, on the mortgaged premises located at 77 HEGGIE DRIVE, WESTFIELD, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: The land in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, described herein in the property bounded and described as follows: Being known and designated as lot numbered 33 (thirtythree) on plan of Valley View Subdivision #5 David A. & Catherine C. Heggie, Westfield, Mass., dated June 2, 1953, and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds, Book of Plans 40, Page 59, said lot being more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at an iron pipe monument on the easterly side of Heggie Drive at the northwesterly corner of lot numbered 32 (thirty-two) as shown on said plan, thence running N. 3° 42' W. along the said easterly side if Heggie Drive one hundred fourteen (114) feet to an iron pin at the southwesterly corner of lot numbered 34 (thirty-four) on said plan; thence N. 86° 18' E. along the southerly line of said lot numbered 34 one hundred ninety and 71/100 (190.71) feet to an iron pin; thence S. 23° 57' E. one hundred twenty-one and 72/100 (121.72) feet to an iron pin at the northeasterly corner of lot numbered 32 (thirty-two) on said plan; thence S. 86° 21' 04 W. along the northerly line of said lot numbered 32 (thirty-two) two hundred thirty-two and 86/100 (232.86) feet to the iron pin at the place of beginning.

Being the same premises conveyed to Jessica A. Maynard and Raymond P. Maynard by deed of Glenn P. Wisniowski, individually and as Administrator of the Estate of James C. Wisniowski, Wanda P. Wisniowski and Casimir J. Wisniowski dated June 28, 2012 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds herewith.

For mortgagor's(s') title see deed recorded with Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 19326, Page 415.

These premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed.

TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check at Harmon Law Offices, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Massachusetts 02461-0389, within thirty (30) days from the date of sale.

Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication.

Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale.

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 150 California Street Newton, MA 02458 (617) 558-0500 201510-0253 - YEL

LEGAL NOTICES August 1, 8, 15, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Peter J. Siciliano and Jacqueline L. Brown to World Savings Bank, FSB, dated August 13, 2007 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 16872, Page 516, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 1:00 p.m. on August 28, 2017, on the mortgaged premises located at 1076 East Mountain Road, Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: Certain real estate situated in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, bounded and described as follows: Parcel One Beginning at an iron pin on the Westerly line of East Mountain Road, distant southerly, measuring by the said Westerly line, five hundred forty (540) feet from an iron pin marking the Southeasterly corner of land now of formerly of Harold E. Brill, et ux, and running thence S. 15° 30' W. along said East Mountain Road, one hundred thirty-one and 40/100 (131:40) feet to an iron pin at land now or formerly of Michael C. Deveno, et ux; thence

LEGAL NOTICES July 25, 2017 August 1, 8, 2017 MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by MICHAEL F. SZENDA to EASTHAMPTON SAVINGS BANK dated June 16, 2008 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17355, Page 56, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purposes of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, on the mortgaged premises in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, and having an address of 700 Southampton Road.

To wit: The land in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, with the buildings thereon, being known and designated as Lot #18 (eighteen) as shown on the Plan entitled “Subdivision of Land of Parkell Realty Corporation…” recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book of Plans 62, Page 94, said lot being bounded and designated as follows:

In the event that the successful bidder at the public auction shall default in purchasing the within described property according to the terms of this Notice of Mortgagee’s Sale of Real Estate and/or the terms of the Memorandum of Sale executed at the public auction, the Mortgagee reserves the right, at its election, to sell the property by foreclosure deed to the second highest bidder at the public auction provided that (i) said second highest bidder shall deposit with the Mortgagee’s attorney, the amount of the required deposit as set forth herein within three (3) business days after written notice to the second highest bidder of the default of the previous highest bidder and (ii) title shall be conveyed to the second highest bidder within twenty (20) days of said written notice. The terms of sale with regard to the foreclosure deed and the consideration paid by the second highest bidder shall be the same as described above. In the event the second highest bidder declines to purchase the property, the Mortgagee or its affiliate may, in its sole discretion, purchase the property for the amount of the second highest bid. The mortgagee reserves the right to postpone this sale to a later date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the sale and to further postpone any adjourned sale date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the adjourned sale date. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the time and place of the sale.

N. 74° 30' W. along last named land, two hundred twenty (220) feet to an iron pin at land now or EASTERLY: by Southampton formerly of Mary E. Deveno; Road as shown on said Plan, Dated: July 12, 2017 eighty (80) feet; thence EASTHAMPTON SAVINGS N. 15° 30' E. along last named SOUTHERLY: by Lot #17 (sev- B A N K land, one hundred thirty-one enteen) as shown on said Plan, The Present Holder of Said Mortgage and, 46/100 (131.40) feet to an land now or formerly of iron pin at other land now or Clarke and Eagan, One Hunformerly of Mary E. Deveno; and dred Twenty-Five (125) feet; By: David A. Lavenburg, Esq. thence WESTERLY: by Lot #16 (six- Kroll, McNamara, Evans S. 74° 30' E, along last named teen) as shown on said Plan, & Delehanty, LLP now or formerly of 65 Memorial Road, Suite 300 land, two hundred twenty (220) land Averna, eighty (80) feet; West Hartford, CT 06107 feet to an iron pin at the place of (860) 561-7070 beginning.

NORTHERLY: by land now or (860) 561-7075 Facsimile formerly of Gnatek, One Hun- Attorneys for the Mortgagee Parcel Two dred Twenty-five (125) feet.

Certain real estate situated in said Westfield, being designated as Parcel ''A'' on a plan recorded in the Registry of Deeds for said Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book of Plans 151, Page 31, to which plan as so recorded reference is hereby made for a more particular description of Parcel 'A'.

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temporaneously therewith. The successful bidder at the sale shall be required to sign a Memorandum of Terms of Sale containing the above terms of the auction sale. The successful bidder will also be responsible to pay a 5% premium on and in addition to the bid. At closing, the purchaser will be responsible for all closing costs, attorney fees, Massachusetts deed excise stamps and all recording fees.

SUBJECT TO restrictions contained in deed dated December 7, 1960 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 2783, Page 405.

SUBJECT TO easement rights granted to New England Telephone and Telegraph Company as set forth in instrument dated November 12, 1957 and recorBeing the premises known as ded with said Registry of Deeds 1076 East Mountain Road, in Book 2579, Page 379.

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Being the same premises conBeing the same premises con- veyed to the mortgagor herein veyed to Jacqueline L. Brown by deed of Jay R. Ducharme herein by deed of Kevin R. and Karen L. Ducharme, dated Brown and Jacqueline L. Brown October 4, 2005 and recorded dated May 6, 2001 and recor- October 7, 2005 in Hampden ded in the Hampden County Re- County Registry of Deeds in gistry of Deeds in Book 11631, Book 15395, Page 556.

Page 557.

The above premises will be sold For mortgagor's(s') title see subject to and/or with the benedeed recorded with Hampden fit of any and all outstanding muCounty Registry of Deeds in nicipal taxes, tax titles, assessments, liens, easements, imBook 16872, Page 514. provements, covenants or encumbrances of record created These premises will be sold and prior to this mortgage, if any. conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, Terms of Sale: restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the FIVE THOUSAND AND 00/100 nature of liens, improvements, ($5,000.00) DOLLARS of the public assessments, any and all purchase price must be paid in unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, cash, certified check, bank water and sewer liens and any treasurer’s or cashier’s check at other municipal assessments or the time and place of the sale by liens or existing encumbrances the highest bidder as earnest of record which are in force and money to be held at the option of are applicable, having priority the Mortgagee as liquidated over said mortgage, whether or damages for any default by the not reference to such restric- successful bidder. The balance tions, easements, improve- of the purchase price shall be ments, liens or encumbrances is paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s made in the deed. check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale and the TERMS OF SALE: deed shall be transferred conA deposit of Five Thousand temporaneously therewith. The ($5,000.00) Dollars by certified successful bidder at the sale or bank check will be required to shall be required to sign a be paid by the purchaser at the Memorandum of Terms of Sale time and place of sale. The bal- containing the above terms of ance is to be paid by certified or the auction sale. The successful bank check at Harmon Law Of- bidder will also be responsible to fices, P.C., 150 California Street, pay a 5% premium on and in adNewton, Massachusetts 02458, dition to the bid. At closing, the or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, purchaser will be responsible for Newton Highlands, Massachu- all closing costs, attorney fees, Massachusetts deed excise setts 02461-0389, within thirty stamps and all recording fees.

(30) days from the date of sale.

Deed will be provided to pur- In the event that the successful chaser for recording upon re- bidder at the public auction shall ceipt in full of the purchase default in purchasing the within price. The description of the described property according to premises contained in said mort- the terms of this Notice of Mortgage shall control in the event of gagee’s Sale of Real Estate an error in this publication. and/or the terms of the Memorandum of Sale executed at the Other terms, if any, to be an- public auction, the Mortgagee nounced at the sale. reserves the right, at its election, to sell the property by foreclosWELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., ure deed to the second highest SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO bidder at the public auction WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB, provided that (i) said second F/K/A WORLD SAVINGS BANK, highest bidder shall deposit with FSB the Mortgagee’s attorney, the Present holder of said mortgage amount of the required deposit as set forth herein within three (3) business days after written By its Attorneys, notice to the second highest bidHARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. der of the default of the previ150 California Street (413) ous highest bidder and (ii) title Newton, MA 02458 shall be conveyed to the second (617) 558-0500 highest bidder within twenty (20) 201605-0323 - YEL days of said written notice. The terms of sale with regard to the foreclosure deed and the consid-

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LEGAL NOTICES August 1, 2017 City of Westfield Conservation Commission NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS, CHAPETER 131, SECTION 40 (WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT) A PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD ON August 8th at 6:30 PM

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MASTER ELECTRICIAN 40 years experience. Insured.

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

Call Jim: 413-530-5430 or 413-569-6920

DAVE DAVIDSON: Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling "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 PIONEER VALLEY PROPERTY SERVICES 413-454-3366

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Hagger's Landscaping Services LLC All your landscaping needs, Residential & Commercial ----Spring cleanups, seeding, plantings, mulching, topsoil, patios, walkways, lawn mowing and more!

----Now offering 5 step fertilizing programs! Sign up now for our program get the 5th application FREE!!

----Call today for your FREE estimate!!!

FULLY INSURED (413) 626-6122 or visit: www.haggerscape.com _________________________ LAWNMOWER REMOVALS

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

Call Dave: 413-568-6440

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

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

Call Jason, Master Electrician: 413-568-6293

LETOURNEAU & SONS PAINTING

21 Years experience.

Licensed & insured.

Repairs, Renovations & Construction. Specializing in Decks, Garages, Basement conversions. Additions, Log Cabins and Barn Repairs.

Veteran Owned & Operated 10% Sr. Discounts

Full Service Contracting

Fully experienced for all your electrical needs, in your home or business. No job too small or too big. Electrical service upgrades, new construction or additions, emergency generators; New installation and maintenance service. Fully insured/licensed.

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 !!

We are a family owned and operated, painting and home improvement company serving the Westfield area since 1986.

We specialize in residential/commercial, interior/exterior painting and staining, ceiling and drywall repairs, water damage repair, exterior home repairs, and carpentry of all types including roof repairs.

ELECTRICIAN

FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE

HOUSE PAINTING

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE

www.Ls-painting.com PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Low, low prices! Residential & Commercial. Interior/Exterior painting. Sheet-rock repair.

Ceilings, walls and Light carpentry.

Free Estimates 413-333-6321 or 860-741-5588

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE ACCURATE LAWNCARE Leaf & Brush Removal Gutter Cleaning Trimming & Mowing, Snow Removal with Sanding Family owned & operated Call (413)579-1639 accuratelawncare2013 @gmail.com

Plumley Landscape, Inc. Call us today for all your landscape needs. Design and planting, irrigation installation and repair, complete yard renovations. Drainage problems, stump grinding, chipper service, bobcat service, gravel driveways, excavation and demolition, including in-ground and above ground swimming pools.

413-862-4749

Complete Home Renovations, Improvements, Repairs & Maintenance. Kitchens, Baths, Basements, Decks, Siding, Windows, Painting, Flooring and more.

MULCH! MULCH! MULCH! -----------------

Rental Property Management, Turnovers and Repair Services.

CSL Licensed, HIC Reg. Fully Insured - Free Estimates & References

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

SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY

FREE Removal of Junk Riding Lawnmowers Will remove any junk riding lawnmowers and will buy lawnmowers in running condition.

Call anytime: 860-216-8768

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.

413-835-5491

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 or (413)374-5377

PAINTING & WALLPAPERING HOME DECOR Making beautiful new rooms for over 16 years. From cabinet make-overs to faux finishes, and 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

MULCH! MULCH! MULCH! ----------------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

APARTMENT

floram@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • To Advertise call 413-562-4181 Ext. 118 FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING

LAWN & GARDEN

SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY

THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICE Vacation care, over night sittings, daily dog walks.

(413)667-3684

business DIRECTORY CHIMNEY SWEEPS

Buying junk or wrecked cars and light trucks.

Call Mark's Auto Parts, E. Granby, CT 860-653-2551

WANTED TO BUY $$ AUTOS WANTED $$

PETS

WANTED TO BUY

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

3 & 4 Room, 1 Bedroom $750-$800 p/month. Includes heat & hot water, on-site laundry and storage unit.

1st/Last rent. 413-562-2295

Westfield – 3 Bedroom First floor , off-street parking, hardwood floors, washer hook up. Central location. Please call 413-519-7257 to set up appointment for viewing.

WESTFIELD: 1 Room efficiency, No pets, $650 p/month includes utilities. First/last/security.

413-250-4811

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)

WESTFIELD - 2 bedroom townhouse apartment with 1 bath in quiet neighborhood near park.

Private deck and driveway.

Private basement with washer / dryer hookups. Bonus Room in basement -NOT a bedroom. $975, no utilities. NO SMOKING! Available 9/1/17. 1st/Last/Security deposit required. Background Checks.

Call 413-454-7593

TRUCK SERVICE TOP TRUCK SERVICES CORP. Family Owned Servicing Western Mass since 1998

Truck & Trailer Repair We repair Pick-ups, Vans, SUVs & Campers in addition to light, medium, and heavy duty diesel trucks.

NAPA Truck Service Budget Truck Rental Location 24-Hour Emergency Service Fleet Repair MA Inspection Station "No truck or job too big or too small" 165 Bliss St. West Springfield, MA

413-788-6787 top-truck.com

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

Firewood Available 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

ROOMS

HUNTINGTON 1 room with heat, hot water, cable TV, air conditioning, refrigerator and microwave included. $110 p/week.

Call (413)531-2197

OFFICE SPACE WESTFIELD: Furnished office for rent, one room, 1st floor with private bathroom. $400 per month includes utilities, ample parking, security deposit required.

413-568-1957

BUSINESS PROPERTY MONTGOMERY: Large open space. Retail or multi-desk office. 800 sq. ft. Many windows.

Includes utilities and free wi-fi. $750 per month. Minutes from Westfield. 413-977-6277

MONTGOMERY: Spacious Office 200+ sq. ft.

Includes utilities and free wi-fi. $350 p/month.

Call 413-977-6277

MOBILE HOMES Springfield: Three bedrooms plus addition. 12' x 56'. Appliances, walk-in pantry. Shed, deck. Nice yard. $39,900 413-593-9961 DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM

SERVICES A DUMP TRUCK Attic, cellars garages cleaned out. Wood and brush removal.

Handy-Man services plus painting.

(413)569-0794 (413)374-5377

CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Cleaned Inside & Out! Including screens and storm windows. Fully insured.

Free Estimates Call Paul NOW for your SUMMER appointment.

413-237-2053

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