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Southwick Fire seeks personnel to achieve ALS By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SOUYHWICK – The Southwick Fire Department is seeking applicants for two full-time positions for firefighter and paramedic. According to Southwick Fire Chief Russ Anderson, one position is for a firefighter and paramedic and the other position is a firefighter and paramedic captain’s position. Filling the vacancies for these roles will help the department’s effort of going towards ALS (Advanced Life Support). During the last fiscal budget process in January 2017, Anderson announced to the Selectboard that adapting ALS would be the majority of the
Police: Man tries to grab officer’s gun during struggle WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — Police in Massachusetts have arrested a man they say tried to grab an officer's gun during a struggle. Worcester police say an officer on patrol at about 1:30 a.m. Monday spotted 20 to 30 people involved in a fight in a bar parking lot. Most of the crowd dispersed at the officer's request, but police say 20-year-old Gabriel Padin, of Worcester, continued to try and antagonize members of a rival group. During a struggle, police say the officer felt his duty belt being tugged and saw a hand around is gun's handle. A bystander yelled that Padin was trying to grab the gun. The officer eventually broke Padin's grip. Padin faces arraignment Tuesday on charges including attempt to disarm a police officer. It couldn't be determined if he has a lawyer.
budget. Currently, the fire department uses basic life support, which includes EMT’s (Emergency Medical Technicians) whereas ALS will allow paramedics to respond to a life-threatening situation by providing advanced levels of medical care. For the two positions, qualified candidates must have a Massachusetts Paramedic Certification, a Firefighter I/II certification as well as a minimum of two years of structural firefighting and active 9/11 Paramedic experience. In order to see the full application description, visit the Southwick Fire Department website or their Facebook page.
Suspect in Army Reserve weapons theft reaches plea deal WORCESTER (AP) — A man charged with stealing 16 guns from an Army Reserve facility in Massachusetts, escaping from a Rhode Island prison and trying to rob two banks has reached a plea deal with prosecutors that could put him behind bars for 15 years. James Morales' deal with federal prosecutors, first reported by the Telegram & Gazette (http:// bit.ly/2y3eVmd ), was signed Sept. 15 and filed in court Friday. A change-of-plea hearing is scheduled for Nov. 13. Morales' federal public defender did not immediately respond to a phone call for comment Monday, a holiday. Morales, a former Army reservist from JAMES MORALES Cambridge, Massachusetts, stole six M-4 carbines and 10 M-11 handguns from the Lincoln W. Stoddard U.S. Army Reserve Center in Worcester in November 2015, prosecutors said. Morales was tied to the theft through DNA evidence and an electronic monitoring bracelet he was wearing because he was out on bail on a child rape charge at the time, authorities have said. He was captured in New York days later. He escaped from the privately run Wyatt Detention Facility in Central Falls, Rhode Island, on Dec. 31, stole a car in nearby Attleboro, Massachusetts, and was recaptured five days later after allegedly trying to rob banks in Cambridge and Somerville, See Plea Deal, Page 3
By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—A student organization has taken its next step in attempting to make Westfield State University a more energy-efficient campus. MassPIRG, a studentled organization that includes a chapter at Westfield State University (WSU), has unveiled a 10-point plan to help get universities like WSU to their goal of 100 percent renewable energy, according to WSU MassPIRG organizer Kane Sheek. Sheek hopes that the unveiling of the 10-point plan will help guide WSU to reaching the 100 percent renewable energy goal by 2050, and help create conversation. “We want this to spark a conversation for what is feasible for what Westfield State can do as a university,” Sheek said. According to Sheek, the goals of MassPIRG on the WSU campus were clear, but criticisms about the campaign were that there was no clearly defined way to get to the goal of 100 percent renewable energy. “So, this is our statement of how we can get there and here is the roadmap,” Sheek said of the 10-point plan. The plan, which is from the Environment America Research and Policy Center website titled “Renewable Energy 101: Ten Tools for Moving Your Campus to 100% Clean Energy,” features some of the following steps to help reach the goal, including on-campus solar and wind energy, solar heating and hot water, renewable energy purchasing, energy efficiency plans and transportation suggestions. According to Sheek, the points are based on plans and concepts implemented at schools and universities throughout the country and can be applicable to WSU. “These are reasonable ways to get to sustainable energy,” Sheek said. Sheek also said that the school has already taken some steps toward increasing renewable energy use, such as putting solar panels on two buildings on campus, but MassPIRG’s goal is still about spreading the information. Sheek said he hopes to get an energy sustainability report from the school’s administration next.
School reviewing rules after student’s poem draws criticism HOLYOKE, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts school says it's reviewing its policies after a student's poetry reading blaming whites for oppression drew criticism online. The Republican reports Holyoke High School sent a letter to families Monday saying some were offended by the Friday performance at an event for Latino Heritage Month. A student performing at the assembly read a poem that celebrated her Hispanic heritage but also said whites have oppressed minority groups in America. Video of the performance was posted online and drew a wave of criticism on social media. The school's letter says all students have a right to feel welcome and that some of the event's performances "were not subjected to sufficient review." It says school officials will revise procedures "for the review and approval of proposed student presentations."
Westfield State University to recognize distinguished grads WESTFIELD – Westfield State University will honor a pair of graduates with Alumni Association Awards at a reception on Saturday, October 14, at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Horace Mann Center. Christopher Scanlon ’72 has been chosen as the 2017 Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient while Col. Robert Picknally ’56, M’60 will receive the Alumnus of the Year Award. A Winchester resident, Scanlon has been recognized as one of the top five high school girls’ soccer coaches in the United States. He has a career coaching record of 613-75-79 as his
teams have qualified for post-season play each year. His Winchester High girls’ teams have won four Division I state championships and five Eastern Massachusetts titles. His teams have been ranked in the top 20 nationally for the past many years, including the 1990 squad, which peaked with a No. 1 ranking in the country by USA Today. In addition, his 1995 state championship team was ranked third nationally by USA Today. A 1989 inductee to the state soccer coaches’ Hall of Fame, Scanlon was honored by the National Soccer Coaches of America
Association as the 1986 National Coach of the Year and the 1994 New England Coach of the Year. He also earned Coach of the Year accolades from The Boston Globe on four occasions. The Distinguished Alumnus/a Award is conferred upon Westfield State alumni who have distinguished themselves in professional and/or community service since graduation. Col. Picknally has generously donated his entire personal presidential library to Westfield State and the Ely Library. He served for 37 years in the Army and Air Force. A past presi-
dent of the alumni association in one of its early forms, Col. Picknally attends many university programs/events and remains highly connected to the campus and his class. His memories as a member of the “old school” group have enlivened many conversations. He is a resident of East Longmeadow. The Alumnus of the Year Award is given annually to an alumnus/a who has made a significant contribution toward personal, professional, community or philanthropic achievements over the course of a year to two-year period. – Courtesy of Westfield State University
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The 41st Annual St. Stanislaus Parish Bazaar will be held the weekend of October 14th & 15th at St. Stanislaus School/Parish Center, 534 Front St. Chicopee. The hours are Saturday, Noon – 8 P.M. and Sunday, 11 A.M. – 6 P.M. Joe Dziok will be the Disc Jockey on both days. Jeff & Joe Polka Band will perform on Saturday at 2 P.M. & Sunday at 1 P.M. Sarah the Fiddler will perform on Saturday at 5:30 P.M. and on Sunday at 3:30 P.M. There will be a Polish/American kitchen, featuring our delicious pierogi, golumbki, and kapusta as well as hamburgers, hot dogs, baked potatoes and more. For this event, the volunteers will be making 2,200 golumbki, 20,000 pierogi, and 50 gallons of kapusta. We have a Take-Out Window, so you can take home some of the great food. We will be featuring Chicopee Provision Kielbasa, Hamburgers and Hot Dogs.The baked goods booth will feature plenty of homemade breads, cakes, cookies, and many Polish delicacies. There will be plenty of handmade items along with a large variety of items to purchase for your family and friends. Back by popular demand will be the Christmas Gift Shoppe. You can get a jump start on your holiday shopping. There will be many gifts for family and friends and even a great assortment of gifts for your pets. Our Vintage Jewelry Booth is returning with even more great pieces.There will be lots games and raffles for all ages. You could even win a year’s supply of Friendly’s Ice Cream. Come and join us for an enjoyable weekend. FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING!
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It’s Showtime! WESTFIELD — If you like to laugh, you’re in luck. The Westfield Theatre Group, a department of the Westfield Woman’s Club, is thrilled to announce their fall production, “Murder by Indecision”, written by Daniel O’Donnell and produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service Inc. This mystery/comedy stars Linda Slozak as Agatha Crispy, the world’s best known mystery playwright, as she attempts to crank out her newest and last manuscript. As she struggles through the first few pages of her play, Miss Maple (played by Joan Perkins-Smith), Inspector Dryfus (played by John Kielb) and all her characters come to life on the stage. For a complete cast list, visit the WTG website. Any fan of classic Agatha Christie mysteries will love this hilarious spoof, directed by Meaghan Farrell, produced by Kurt Wildman, with Stage Manager Sally Memole. Performances will be October 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st at 7:30 PM with a 2:00 PM matinee performance on the 21st at the Westfield Woman’s Club, located at 28 Court St. in Westfield, MA 01085. For additional information and to be guaranteed tickets go to westfieldtheatregroup. com and click on Reservations or call (413) 572-6838.
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Pop up art and author event WESTFIELD — ArtWorks Westfield will be hosting a pop up art and author event at the historic Old Town Hall in downtown Westfield on Saturday October 14th! Local artist and creators will display their work in one of the main rooms at the front of the building. In the adjacent front room five local authors will showcase their work and sign copies of their published works. The theme of the art show event is Celebrate Autumn! Works will range from traditional autumn scenes to avant-garde interpretations of the spirit of Halloween! With great fall weather we anticipate Westfield PumpkinFest to attract thousands of residents and families to the downtown business corridor. BUSKERS REVISITED! In addition to the art and author event, we are calling on local buskers to set up in front of businesses along Elm Street and within the event area on Park Square Green. Let us know you’d like to have a busker set up neat your business. email us at westfieldartsandculture@gmail.com SUPPORTING THE ARTS … AND LOCAL MERCHANTS! Our mission is to create and promote the widest variety of cultural arts, literary arts, musical events, and performing arts for the Westfield community and to collaborate with businesses and invested groups to develop and maintain venues for presentations and performances. Supporting local artists by showcasing their work in the downtown corridor will have the ripple effect of driving incremental traffic to your business. We want to work with you to execute these events, increase your consumer engagement and raise funds for ArtWorks Westfield to perpetuate this economic cycle.
Westfield Woman’s club Invite you to their annual Fall Game and Card Party Westfield Woman’s Club invite you to their annual Fall Card and Game Party. Bring a friend for an afternoon of cards and board games. You can even bring your own. On, October 23 at noon to 3:30 p.m. at the Westfield Woman’s Club be hosting their fall annual card and game party. Light Lunch will be served with raffle and additional prizes! Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased at the door. For additional information please contact Mary Hebb at 413-568-1562 to reserve a seat. The Westfield Woman’s Club was founded in Westfield in 1914. Through the years the club has broaden and strengthened the moral, social, and intellectual life of its members and its community.
ODDS & ENDS Shark-suit wearer runs afoul of Austria’s ‘burqa ban’ law VIENNA (AP) — An Austrian law that forbids any kind of full-face covering including Islamic veils has claimed an unusual victim — a man wearing a shark suit. Police say they issued a citation Monday after the man — part of a street advertising campaign for the McShark computer chain stores — refused several requests to take off his shark head. In effect this month, most full face coverings are prohibited in public in Austria, including off-slope ski masks, surgical masks outside hospitals and party masks on the street. Popularly known as the “burqa ban,” the law is mostly seen as directed at the clothing worn by some ultra-conservative Muslim women. Violations carry a possible fine of 150 euros (nearly $180). Only a handful of citations have been issued.
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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Tuesday, Oct. 10, the 283rd day of 2017. There are 82 days left in the year.
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n Oct. 10, 1967, the Outer Space Treaty, prohibiting the placing of weapons of mass destruction on the moon or elsewhere in space, entered into
force.
Yankees in Game 7, 5-0. The TV series “Zorro,” starring Guy Williams as the masked hero, debuted on ABC.
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In 1966, the Beach Boys’ single “Good Vibrations” by Brian Wilson and Mike Love was released by Capitol Records.
In A.D. 19, Roman general Germanicus Julius Caesar, 33, died in Antioch under mysterious circumstances, possibly from poisoning.
In 1973, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, accused of accepting bribes, pleaded no contest to one count of federal income tax evasion, and resigned his office.
In 1845, the U.S. Naval Academy was established in Annapolis, Maryland.
In 1985, U.S. fighter jets forced an Egyptian plane carrying the hijackers of the Italian cruise ship Achille Lauro to land in Italy, where the gunmen were taken into custody. Actor-director Orson Welles died in Los Angeles at age 70; actor Yul Brynner died in New York at age 65.
In 1913, the Panama Canal was effectively completed as President Woodrow Wilson sent a signal from the White House by telegraph, setting off explosives that destroyed a section of the Gamboa dike. In 1917, legendary jazz composer and pianist Thelonious Monk was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. In 1935, the George Gershwin opera “Porgy and Bess,” featuring an all-black cast, opened on Broadway, beginning a run of 124 performances. In 1938, Nazi Germany completed its annexation of Czechoslovakia’s Sudetenland (soo-DAYT’-uhn-land). In 1943, Chiang Kai-shek took the oath of office as president of China. In 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower apologized to the finance minister of Ghana, Komla Agbeli Gbdemah, after the official was refused seating in a Howard Johnson’s restaurant near Dover, Delaware. The Milwaukee Braves won the World Series, defeating the New York
In 1997, the International Campaign to Ban Landmines and its coordinator, Jody Williams, were named winners of the Nobel Peace Prize.
TEN YEARS AGO:
A 14-year-old suspended student opened fire in a Cleveland high school, wounding two teachers and two classmates before killing himself. The United Auto Workers tentatively agreed on a contract with Chrysler. (UAW members ratified the accord, but with significant dissent.) A Russian spacecraft blasted off for the international space station, carrying Malaysia’s first astronaut (Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor) and Peggy Whitson, an American who became the first woman to command the orbital outpost. German Gerhard Ertl won the 2007 Nobel Prize in chemistry on his 71st birthday.
FIVE YEARS AGO: President Barack Obama conceded he did poorly the previous week in his first debate with Republican rival
Mitt Romney, telling ABC he’d “had a bad night”; Romney, meanwhile, barnstormed battleground state Ohio and released a new commercial pledging not to raise taxes. Football star-turned-actor Alex Karras died in Los Angeles at age 77.
ONE YEAR AGO: Amid controversy over Donald Trump’s past sexual comments about women, House Speaker Paul Ryan effectively abandoned his party’s nominee, telling anxious fellow lawmakers he would not campaign for or defend Trump in the election’s closing weeks; pro-Trump members rebelled in anger, accusing Ryan of conceding the election to Hillary Clinton. British-born Oliver Hart and Bengt Holmstrom of Finland won the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Former Illinois Sen. Adlai Stevenson III is 87. Actor Peter Coyote is 76. Entertainer Ben Vereen is 71. Singer John Prine is 71. Actor Charles Dance is 71. Rock singer-musician Cyril Neville (The Neville Brothers) is 69. Actress Jessica Harper is 68. Author Nora Roberts (aka “J.D. Robb”) is 67. Singer-musician Midge Ure is 64. Rock singer David Lee Roth is 63. Actor J. Eddie Peck is 59. Country singer Tanya Tucker is 59. Actress Julia Sweeney is 58. Actor Bradley Whitford is 58. Musician Martin Kemp is 56. Actress Jodi Benson is 56. Rock musician Jim Glennie (James) is 54. Actress Rebecca Pidgeon is 52. Rock musician Mike Malinin (mah-LIHN’-ihn) (Goo Goo Dolls) is 50. Pro Football Hall of Famer Brett Favre is 48. Actor Manu Bennett is 48. Actress Joelle Carter is 48. Actress Wendi McLendon-Covey is 48. Actor/TV host Mario Lopez is 44. Race driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. is 43. Actress Jodi Lyn O’Keefe is 39. Singer Mya is 38. Actor Dan Stevens is 35. Singer Cherie is 33. Actress Rose McIver is 29. Actress Aimee Teegarden is 28.
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By SHELBY ASHLINE The (Greenfield, Mass.) Recorder LEYDEN, Mass. (AP) — As the sun set behind South Cemetery, Elizabeth Black Strange told the story of how she met her husband, Robert: on an 80-day boat ride from Ireland to New York in the mid-1800s. To the delight of the men, women and children gathered around Black Strange's tombstone, she recounted how Robert left Ireland wearing his brother's suit, which was anything but a perfect fit. Falling in love on the boat ride, the two married and eventually settled on over 480 acres in Leyden, living out a "real immigrant rags-to-riches story," by Black Strange's account. Though she died in 1921, current Leyden residents were able to meet her and nine other predecessors in spirit through the second annual "Ghosts and Gravestones" cemetery tours organized by the Leyden Historical Commission. The event served as a fundraiser for the Historical Commission and the Leyden United Methodist Church through ticket sales, a raffle and T-shirt sales. Before or after being transported to South Cemetery by hay wagon, tour guests could enjoy refreshments and children's crafts in Town Hall. Some guests happened to be descendants of the tour's characters. As descendants of Black Strange, Leyden resident Kathleen Fritz, 68, her daughter Denise Goodman, 48, and her granddaughter Laura Goodman, 22, had all heard the quirky suit story before. But having so many relatives in South Cemetery and a love for history, the three attended to learn even more. The group learned about William Dorrell from his son Stephen, played by Jordan Halzer. Halzer told of how Dorrell moved to Leyden in 1784 and founded "The Dorrellites," who "had some new ideas." "They weren't allowed to harm another living being, so they became the first vegetarians and vegans," Halzer's character said. "They also believed every day was sacred, not just Sunday." Dorrell was treated as a messiah by his followers, until the group eventually disbanded and was never revived. Weaving through the tombstones and stopping sporadically to squint at an inscription, the tour groups heard about Matthew Severance, a Vermont native who escaped from capture by Native Americans in 1758 by hiding in a log for two days and three nights, later settling in Leyden with his son. "The country was wild and uncultivated," Rene Bernard, who played Matthew Severance, said of Leyden in the late 1700s. "The traveler was guided by marked trees." Nearby was Harriet Ann Severance, played by Susan Howarth, who spent most of her life in Leyden in the 1800s, leaving only to take care of an ill relative in Charlemont and to work in a hoop skirt factory in Northampton for four years. "That was four years of hoping and praying I could come back to Leyden, quickly," Howarth's character said. "I loved it here." Attending the cemetery tours for the second year, Jill Cote, 52, and her husband Alan, 53, of Leyden, enjoyed seeing both new and old characters who chose to make Leyden their home. "I love Leyden, so it's awesome to hear about people way back when loving Leyden," Jill Cote said. Allison Henry, 38, of Greenfield attended the cemetery tours with her husband Jon and their three daughters. Henry said her family has a love of history and storytelling, especially 8-yearold Vivienne, and was intrigued to hear about how fulfilling their predecessors' lives could be from a place that's truly full of history. "You drive by cemeteries and it's full of people, but it's full of their stories too," she said. ——— Online: http://bit.ly/2g6HAQt
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HUNTINGTON TOLLAND Council on Aging at 9 am Conserv Comm Open Office Hours& Business Meeting at 3 pm
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Massachusetts, prosecutors have said. According to the plea deal, prosecutors agreed to recommend 14 years in prison for the charges stemming from the gun thefts and bank robbery attempts, and one additional year for the escape. The deal also calls for three years of probation. Morales faced up to 90 years in prison if convicted at trial of all the charges. The judge isn't bound by the prosecution's recommendations. Two people convicted of helping sell the stolen guns already have been sentenced. Tyrone James received nearly five years behind bars, while Ashley Bigsbee received a nearly 2-year sentence.
In this June 3, 2017, file photo, the coal-fired Plant Scherer, one of the nation's top carbon dioxide emitters, stands in the distance in Juliette, Ga. (AP Photo/File)
Massachusetts to sue to protect power plant emissions rule BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey is pledging to sue the Trump administration over its move to kill an Obama-era effort to limit carbon emissions from coal-fired power plants. Healey, a Democrat, said the decision violates the law and imperils the future of the planet. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt said Monday he would be issuing a new set of rules overriding the Clean Power Plan, the centerpiece of President Barack Obama's drive to curb global climate change. Healey said it's "essential that the EPA address our country's largest source of carbon pollution — existing fossil fuel-burning power plants — to mitigate climate change." She said Massachusetts fought for years to help put the rule in place. Healey said Massachusetts, with its partners, will be suing to protect the plan.
Artisan Fall Craft Fair to Benefit Southwick Public Library The Friends of the Southwick Public Library (a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization) are sponsoring a Artisan Fall Craft Fair on Saturday October 14, 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m., at the Southwick Town Hall. Over 30 local crafters and artisans will have their items for sale. A raffle will also be held for unique items donated by the crafters and artisans. Crafters and artisans can be found on the grounds of the Town Hall, in the Auditorium and in the Senior Center. In addition to the unique items available for purchase, there will be a sale of new and gently used craft and Christmas items. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. The Craft Fair is free and open to the public. Proceeds support programs and activities at the Southwick Public Library. The Southwick Town Hall is located at 454 College Highway, Southwick. For more information contact Pat McMahon at southwickpat@comcast.net or (413) 569-6531.
State Senator Don Humason announced today that he will be holding public office hours during October in all 11 cities and towns in the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire District. Senator Humason or his staff will be available at public office hours on the following dates: Monday, October 23, 2017 Russel Council on Aging 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Westfield Senior Center 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Grace Hall Memorial Library 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Monday, October 30, 2017 Granville Public Library 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Tolland Public Library 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM All are welcome to visit and share their thoughts or concerns about state matters with Senator Humason and his staff. In addition to office hours throughout the district, Senator Humason and staff are also available to meet with constituents at the Senator’s district office, located at 64 Noble Street in Westfield. No appointment is necessary, but calling ahead is recommended. Senator Humason’s District Office staff can be reached at (413) 568-1366. Staff in his Boston Office can be reached at (617) 722-1415 for legislative matters. Senator Humason’s email address is Donald.Humason@MASenate.gov
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Dirty old birds shed light on key global warming particle WASHINGTON (AP) — Some dirty old birds are helping scientists better understand one of the more baffling climate change mysteries. University of Chicago researchers Shane DuBay and Carl Fuldner examined 1,347 dead birds in museums in Chicago, Detroit and Pittsburgh, comparing birds from the 1900s and 1910s to birds from decades later. The difference was black and white. Feathers of birds in the 1900s were blacker than birds just 20 or 30 years later, suggesting that there was more soot in the atmosphere than scientists originally thought, according to a study published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. This is important because scientists believe soot, also called black carbon, has an important role in climate change. They know it traps heat, but scientists haven't been able to study it well because it doesn't stay in the atmosphere long. "The problem previously is that there was no way to characterize the particles from this early industrial era," Fuldner said. "You can't look at the soot particles coming out of the 1910 manufacturing plant in Joliet, Illinois." Black carbon in the air comes from inefficient burning of fossil fuels, especially coal. Some recent studies call it the second most potent greenhouse "molecule" — because unlike the most important, carbon dioxide, it is a solid, not a gas. The black carbon coating the birds stuffed long ago now give scientists a better record, showing past pollution may have been underestimated, Fuldner and DuBay said. Black carbon emissions dropped around 1930 as homes turned away from coal for heat. Coal was used more and more for manufacturing and electric power, but that produces less soot than burning it in homes for heat, they said. The study is fascinating to experts who are trying to predict future warming from black carbon. Some scientists say reducing black carbon emissions may be an easier way to fight climate change than by just reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Other scientists say the impacts of the study on projections for future warming would likely be modest — at best — in part because black carbon stays in the atmosphere for such a short time.
FEMA chief: Political disputes hurting Puerto Rico relief WASHINGTON (AP) — Political differences are hurting the U.S. government's response to victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency said Monday. He did not identify which individual officials he blamed, but the mayor in San Juan has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump for her criticism about how quickly aid is reaching people on the island. "The unity is not where I want it to be," FEMA Administrator Brock Long said. "When you cannot get elected officials at the local level come to a joint FEMA office because they disagree with the politics of the governor, it makes things difficult and the information fragmented." Earlier Monday, Long said in television interviews that he had "filtered out" San Juan Mayor Carmen Cruz, Trump's most vocal critic about the hurricane response. Cruz's spokesman could not immediately be reached for comment; his phone rang unanswered and his voicemail was full. Cruz complained Monday morning via Twitter that "San Juan legislators arrived to the Emergency Operations Center to discuss debris and flooding. The mayor was not invited." On Sunday she had tweeted: "Power collapses in San Juan hospital with 2 patients being transferred out. Have requested support from @FEMA_Brock NOTHING!" Cruz backs the independence of Puerto Rico from the United States but is a member of the Popular Democratic Party, which supports maintaining the territorial status quo. Gov. Ricardo Rossello supports the island becoming another U.S. state. Long on Monday expressed frustration with the criticism his agency has faced. He attributed the criticism to the inability to disseminate messages to the population via social media or cell phones because the telecommunications were disabled. "That is a lesson learned," Long said. Long said 16,000 federal and military assets are on the ground in Puerto Rico and about 350,000 Puerto Ricans have registered so far in the FEMA system to receive financial assistance. As of Sunday, FEMA said, nearly 12 percent of customers have electricity on the island and about 57 percent of customers of the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority have drinking water.
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Trump’s immigration demands threaten DACA deal By JILL COLVIN by 10 points in an Alabama special election last month, the and ANDREW TAYLOR president is working to please his base supporters, signing a Associated Press new religious liberty executive order and broadcasting his WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's long intention to decertify the Iran nuclear deal. list of immigration demands has landed with a thud among "The president has made clear he wants Congress to act and lawmakers hopeful for a deal to protect hundreds of thou- pass responsible immigration reform in conjunction with any sands of young immigrants from deportation. legislation related to DACA, which will include legal authorThe list of demands released late Sunday includes funding ities to close border security loopholes, restoring interior for a southern border wall and a crackdown on so-called sanc- enforcement, and reforming the legal immigration system," tuary cities — items that are cheered by the president's most said White House spokeswoman Kelly Love. loyal supporters, but are non-starters among Democrats and Presidential counselor Kellyanne Conway told Fox News could divide Republicans, who will have to come together on the president was "open to a deal" on DACA but only "along any deal. with all these other critical functions." The demands have left pro-immigration activists alarmed. "You know for years, this country, including Capitol Hill And some are scratching their heads, given that the president and the swamp, they've always asked: what more can we do appeared to sign off on a more palatable deal with Democrats for the illegal immigrant, what's fair to the illegal immigrant? just weeks ago. This president is asking: what's fair to America? "To stall the progress that Democrats and What's fair to the American worker? Republicans have been fostering in givWhat's fair to the American commuing permanent relief to more than nity?" she said. 800,000 DREAMers is saboBoth Democrats and tage," said U.S. Rep. Raúl Republicans have pointed to Grijalva, an Arizona a hoped-for year-end packDemocrat and frequent age of spending bills as Trump critic. the likely vehicle to The Westfield News, in conjunction with the House and Senate tackle immigration Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce and leaders on both sides of issues, including any The Westfield Senior Center is hosting the aisle have said they potential DACA 6 Candidate Forums: want to find a legisladeal. MONDAY, OCT. 23 MONDAY, OCT. 30 tive solution to extend Democratic votes 6:30 CITY COUNCILOR - WARD 3 6:30 AT LARGE CITY COUNCIL protections first will be required to 7:30 CITY COUNCILOR - WARD 4 WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1 granted under former enact the year-end THURSDAY, OCT. 26 6:30 INFORMAL FORUM President Barack measure, but many Uncontested City Councilors in 6:30 SCHOOL COMMITTEE Obama's Deferred Democrats have Wards 1, 2 and 6; and Mayor 7:30 CITY COUNCILOR - WARD 5 Action for Childhood said they won't supArrivals program, or port any legislation DACA. Trump that doesn't address announced last month DACA recipients, raisthat he was phasing out ing the possibility of a DACA, but gave Congress government shutdown just All Forums will be held at the Westfield Senior Center, six months to act before recipbefore Christmas. 45 Noble Street, Westfield. Doors open at 6:00 ients' work permits begin to Controversy over border for Candidate Meet and Greet. expire. wall funding already meant the Forums begin at 6:30. Trump suggested at the time that he year-end package would be difficult. was eager for a deal, telling reporters, "I But one potential opening is that the have a love for these people and hopefully now White House has been willing in the past to Congress will be able to help them and do it properly." accept border fencing and other security steps that fall short Days later, he appeared to reach the broad outlines of an of Trump's vision for a wall along the entire length of the agreement with the House and Senate's top Democrats, Nancy border. Pelosi and Chuck Schumer, in which the president would be Either way, Trump's zig-zagging seemed likely to erode the open to extended DACA protections in exchange for a pack- trust that will likely be required to seal any agreement. age of border security measures. Rep. Luis Gutiérrez, D-Ill., said that, after Sunday, the While Trump made clear that he still expected funding for president should not be considered a reliable negotiating parthis border wall, he said repeatedly that the funding could ner. "Any decision the president makes one day is likely to be come later, in separate legislation. completely reversed another, depending on which extremist In a joint statement Sunday night, Pelosi and Schumer said adviser he is listening to that day," he said. Trump could not "be serious about" the plan the White House Still others, including Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., applauded had unveiled, which includes not only the wall, but dozens of the measures, calling the president "spot on." other controversial measures, including a crackdown on unacHouse Freedom Caucus chairman Mark Meadows said: companied immigrant minors and a complete overhaul of the "We look forward to the administration's insistence on these legal immigration system. principles in any deal that is signed into law. " Some of those who hope to see DACA protections extended said they remain optimistic the president will show flexibility, treating the priorities as a policy wish-list and starting point for negotiation. Others see the demands as part of a plot orchestrated by Trump's chief policy adviser, Stephen Miller, an immigration hardliner, to derail any chance of a DACA deal. "I don't think President Trump wants to be the president who deports 700,000 young people," said Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, who described the list as a "big torpedo" to bipartisan negotiations already under way. "I think the president's staff have led him into a corner," Noorani said, predicting the president would "not be happy when he realizes it." But one person familiar with the president's thinking said the list was intended to make clear that Trump is no longer interested in forging a DACA deal, the same message sent by a White House official's insistence Sunday that any path to citizenship for DACA recipients was off the table. After backing an establishment Senate candidate who lost
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Teresa C. Sutherland WESTFIELD — Teresa C. (Morin) Sutherland, age 89, (1928–2017) of Westfield, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2017. She was born in Northampton to the late Armand Morin and Catherine Carter-Morin. The youngest of five children,Teresa enjoyed a close family at a young age, she attended public schools and had many friendships. She eventually met and married her late husband, Tech. Sergeant Alvin M. Sutherland and together they traveled the continental United States and Asia while raising their own family. After retiring from the Air Force, the family settled in Westfield in 1969, where Teresa worked as a Purchasing Agent for Western MA Hospital. Teresa will be sadly missed by her children; Cathy Ligenza and her husband Ray of Leominster, Dianne Sutherland-Fini and her husband Alan Fini of Westfield, and Mary Ellen Sutherland of Westfield; 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Teresa was predeceased by her son, Patrick Sutherland. The family would like to thank Kristy Bannish for all of her love and care during Teresa’s illness. The Funeral will be held on Thursday, October 12th at 10:30 a.m. from the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton Street followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church, 1945 Northampton Street, both in Holyoke. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Northampton. Calling hours will be held prior to the funeral on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Teresa to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
7-year-old finds suspected robber asleep in family van ATTLEBORO, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts man says his 7-year-old daughter on the way to school found a suspected robber asleep in the backseat of the family minivan. Attleboro resident Danny Carlson says his daughter found the 30-year-old man their driveway around 8:30 a.m. Friday. Carlson says police struggled to wake the man. He says police found the man took some of his credit cards, as well as items from his neighbor's vehicle. He says the suspected robber also had items of no value including a dirty baseball cap, a toothbrush and fake jewelry. The man has been charged with breaking and entering, credit card larceny, larceny over $250 and trespassing.
Chronically ill 4th-grader recruited by college hockey team WELLESLEY, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts college's newest varsity athlete is a 10-year-old chronically ill boy who is being recruited more for his spirit than his slap shot. The men's ice hockey team at Babson College in Wellesley is formally welcoming Walpole fourth-grader Coleman Walsh to the squad. Tuesday's induction is being organized by Team IMPACT, a national nonprofit that connects colleges with youngsters dealing with debilitating or life-threatening illness. Since birth, Coleman has been fighting Williams syndrome, a developmental disorder that affects numerous parts of the body. Accompanied by family members and friends, Coleman is scheduled to sign an official letter of intent with Babson. He will then be able to attend practices, games, team dinners and other events. Team IMPACT says it has
Police: Man hits 2 cars before running himself over QUINCY, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts driver has been hospitalized after police say he hit two cars before accidentally running himself over at a Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru. The Patriot Ledger reports police responded to the scene in Quincy around 10 a.m. Saturday. Police say the man first struck the car behind him as he tried to back up in the drive-thru. Quincy Police Sgt. Bruce Trieu says the man then hit another car after he tried to go forward. Authorities say the man attempted to park his car, but it was actually left in reverse. Police say the man was then run over by his own car. Trieu says the man was hospitalized with serious injuries, but he was reported in stable condition Sunday. His passenger was hospitalized with minor injuries.
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Police: Teen shoots 12-year-old after Facebook dispute TAUNTON, Mass. (AP) — A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in Massachusetts after police say he shot a 12-year-old following a dispute on Facebook. Police say the shooting happened around noon Monday after the teen was confronted by a group of juveniles at his home in Taunton. Taunton Police Lt. Paul Roderick says the teen retrieved a rifle registered to his mother from a locked safe and shot the 12-year-old in a nearby wooded area. Roderick says the bullet went through the boy's arm before becoming lodged in his rib cage. He is currently hospitalized in stable condition. The teen has been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and discharging a weapon within 500 feet of a dwelling.
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Mammograms save lives by finding breast cancer early SPRINGFIELD — When it comes to important health screenings, the fear of the unknown prevents many from picking up the phone and booking an appointment. A mammogram – the screening test for breast cancer – can help find breast cancer early when it’s easiest to treat. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time for doctors and nurses to speak to women about the importance of getting screened. So, when should a woman get a mammogram?
comfort during the procedure as the breasts are compressed between the clear plastic paddles during imaging. Discomfort may also result from the size of a woman's breasts and where she is in her menstrual cycle. In addition to conventional 2D mammography, which has long been the standard, newer 3D mammography, also referred to as digital breast tomosynthesis, has become a new option to consider.
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There is no simple answer to that question, according to Dr. Holly Mason, Section Chief, Breast Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology at Baystate Medical Center. “The benefits of screening are greatest for those women who are most likely to develop breast cancer and for whom early treatment is more effective in treating the disease. There is a lack of consensus among the leading health care organizations as to when to begin screening for the average risk patient,” said Dr. Mason. “What is recommended today is that women have an honest discussion with their physician about when their screening should begin. Your physician will make a recommendation for you based on your risk factors, including any family or personal history,” she added. Is mammography painful? Some women also worry about the pain a mammography may cause them. While it is relatively painless, some women may feel dis-
While 2D mammograms take two images of the breast, 3D mammograms take multiple images or "slices" of the breast from many different angles to create a three-dimensional picture of the breast. The "slices" can reduce images with overlapping breast tissue and give doctors a clearer image of the breast tissue. “Using 3D mammography can make it easier for doctors to catch breast cancer early and reduce the chances of being called back for additional imaging. However, not all insurance plans cover 3D mammography at this time,” said Dr. Mason. There are a myriad of risk factors for breast cancer beyond personal and family history, including: age, genetic predisposition, menstrual history, high breast density, not having children, race and ethnicity, and estrogen hormone replacement therapy after menopause. Lifestyle also plays a role including the heavy use of alcohol, not being physically active, unhealthy food choices, and obesity.
BREAST CANCER SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS “Given the fact that screening mammography often detects a cancer when it is very small, most women do not have any symptoms at the time of their cancer diagnosis,” said Dr. Mason. Still, women should monitor their health and pay attention to the following signs and symptoms. Possible signs and symptoms of breast cancer that could indicate a need for evaluation by a doctor include: • a new lump in the breast or underarm • irritation or dimpling of breast skin • redness or flat skin in the nipple area of the breast • pulling in of the nipple • nipple discharge other than breast milk (spontaneous, not occurring with self-examination) including blood • any change in the size or the shape of your breast
Reducing your cancer risk While you cannot prevent breast cancer from occurring, doctors recommend you can reduce your chances for all cancers by living a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, and limiting your alcohol intake. To make an appointment After talking with your health care provider about screening, you can request a mammogram appointment online or call 413-794-8874. We offer mammography at locations across western Massachusetts and northern Connecticut.
Seeing hope: FDA panel considers gene therapy for blindness By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer A girl saw her mother's face for the first time. A boy tore through the aisles of Target, marveling at toys he never knew existed. A teen walked onto a stage and watched the stunned expressions of celebrity judges as he wowed "America's Got Talent." Caroline, Cole, Christian. All had mere glimmers of vision and were destined to lose even that because of an inherited eye disease with no treatment or cure. Until now. On Thursday, U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisers will consider whether to recommend approval of a gene therapy that improved vision for these three youths and some others with hereditary blindness. It would be the first gene therapy in the U.S. for an inherited disease, and the first in which a corrective gene is given directly to a patient. Only one gene therapy is sold in the U.S. now, a cancer treatment approved in August that engineers patients' In this Oct. 4, 2017 photo, Dr. Albert Maguire checks the eyes of Misa Kaabali, 8, at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. blood cells in the lab. Misa was 4 years old when he received his gene therapy treatment. On Thursday, Oct. 12, U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisers will consider whether to recommend approval of the gene therapy. (AP Photo/Bill West)
A HEARING LIKE NO OTHER Children, parents, doctors and scientists will tell the FDA panel what it's like to lack and then gain one of our most primal senses. Cole Carper, an 11-year-old boy who got the therapy when he was 8, describes how sight changed what he knew of the world. When he returned to his home in Little Rock, Arkansas, after treatment, "I looked up and said, 'What are those light things?' And my mom said, 'Those are stars.'" His sister, 13-year-old Caroline Carper, treated when she was 10, said that afterward, "I saw snow falling and rain falling. I was completely surprised. I thought of water on the ground or snow on the ground. I never thought of it falling," because the sky was something she couldn't see, along with other things like her mother's smile. The treatment , Luxturna, is made by Philadelphia-based Spark Therapeutics. It does not give 20-20 vision or work for everyone, but a company-funded study found it improved vision for nearly all of those given it and seemed safe. The company's Nasdaq ticker symbol is ONCE, for how often it hopes the therapy is needed. "It's exciting" and in some cases might be a cure, although how long the benefits last isn't known, said Dr. Paul Yang, an eye specialist at Oregon Health & Science University who is testing gene therapies for other companies. "There's nothing else for these kids."
HOW IT WORKS The therapy has wider implications but was tested for Leber congenital amaurosis, or LCA, caused by flaws in a gene called RPE65. Those with it can't make a protein needed by the retina , tissue at the back of the eye that converts light into signals to the brain that lets us see. People often see only bright light and blurry shapes and eventually lose all sight. Parents are carriers of the flawed gene and it can lurk undetected for generations, suddenly emerging when an unlucky combination gives a child two copies of it. "It's usually a surprise that they have a blind child," said Dr. Jean Bennett, a University of Pennsylvania researcher who with her husband, Dr. Albert Maguire, led testing at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. The couple designed an obstacle course to test vision after treatment, and the FDA accepted it as a valid measure of success. "The maze was actually Al's idea. I put it together first in our driveway," using white tiles with arrows, foam rolls and cones, and black spaces to simulate holes that kids should avoid, Bennett said. Maguire did many of the 45-minute operations to deliver the gene therapy; the rest were done at the University of Iowa. It involves puncturing the white part of the eye and injecting a modified virus that contains the corrective gene into the retina. Benefits appear within a month.
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Eighteen of 20 treated study participants improved on the mobility maze a year later, and 13 passed the test at the lowest light level. None in a comparison group of nine patients did. That group was allowed to get the therapy after waiting one year, so in all, 29 were treated, plus more in earlier studies. The two who did not improve may not have had enough healthy retinal cells to respond to treatment; one improved on other tests and another stopped deteriorating. About half of those treated were able to read three or more additional lines on an eye chart, but the variability between the groups was too big to be sure, statistically, that they were different on this measure. Many are no longer legally blind and gained independence. "There were children who were able to move from a Braille classroom to a sighted classroom. One person who had never worked was able to get a job," said Dr. Katherine High, president of Spark Therapeutics and the scientist who pioneered the therapy when previously at the children's hospital. There were two serious side effects, both deemed unrelated to the gene therapy itself. One was due to a drug given afterward and another was a complication of the surgery.
For Christian Guardino, a senior at Patchogue-Medford High School on Long Island, the most remarkable part about performing on "America's Got Talent" a day before his 17th birthday earlier this year wasn't winning the golden buzzer that showered gold confetti on him and sent him into further competition. It was seeing the confetti thanks to his gene therapy several years ago. "I walked out on that stage all by myself," he said. "I saw the judges. It was incredible." His mother, Beth Guardino, said the judges didn't know about Christian's blindness and gene therapy until after his audition. Before treatment, "it was dark, life without light," Christian said. "I found a way to work through it, to cope with it, and that was music." Since treatment, "I've been able to see the most incredible things. I'm able to see stars, I'm able to see fireworks, snow falling," he said. His favorite? "The moon. Most definitely. I'm a huge astronomy fan."
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The FDA must decide by Jan. 18 whether to approve Luxturna. What it might cost is a worry. One gene therapy sold in Europe cost $1 million and was used by only one or two people; another has had few takers. Spark's chief executive, Jeff Marrazzo, would not give an estimate for cost, which companies usually announce only after approval. Some rare disease treatments run a quarter to threequarters of a million dollars a year. Spark has talked with insurers and "there is a clear path for it to be reimbursed one time per eye," he said. More than 260 genes can cause inherited retinal disorders, affecting 3 million worldwide. RPE65 mutations can cause other vision diseases besides LCA, so if the treatment is approved, it should be for people with the flawed gene rather than a specific disease, said Dr. Eric Pierce at Harvardaffiliated Massachusetts Eye and Ear, who was involved in its early testing. Laura Manfre founded Sofia Sees Hope, a group named for her 14-year-old daughter, Sofia Priebe, who has LCA but not the gene Luxturna targets. The Connecticut woman will represent families at the FDA hearing. Sofia said she longs for a therapy that would let her "drive a car, walk into a room and be able to identify my friends, to be able to do my own makeup and to read a book in print ... and see the night sky."
Ashley Carper recalled when her children were diagnosed with the disease. "The doctor came out with tears in his eyes. He said it was the same condition and they will be blind, and nothing could be done. Nothing." Cole and Caroline used canes and went to a school for the blind. "Cole played football but he played center," and just stood on the field after the snap to the quarterback because he couldn't see well enough to do more, his mother said. Ten years ago, she went to a support group conference and happened to sit next to Bennett. It took two years for gene testing to determine whether the Carper kids would qualify for the study, and insurance wouldn't pay because there was no established treatment. A Dallas hospital picked up the tab. Finally, the siblings were enrolled in the study, but they landed in the comparison group so they had to wait a year to be treated. About a week after Cole's treatment, they went shopping at Target. "When we got to the Nerf aisle I was like, 'Whoa, mom, what is THAT? Can I get this? Can I get that? Because I had never seen what that stuff looked like," Cole said. Caroline has had her own delights. "Oh yikes, colors. Colors are super fun," she said. "And the sunshine is blinding."
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Doctors ask ‘How low can your bad LDL cholesterol go?’ SPRINGFIELD — Remember the popular “Limbo Rock” song that asked dancers how low could they go under the limbo stick? Now, some doctors are asking “How low can you go?” when it comes to LDL cholesterol levels. LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, is the main source of cholesterol buildup and blockage in the arteries. While the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute cites less than 100mg/dL as optimal, there is new data from the FOURIER trial that reduction of LDL to a median of 30 mg/dL with the PCSK9 inhibitor evolocumab in patients with heart disease was associated with lowered risk for cardiovascular events such as cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke. Trial says very low is safe Furthermore, results from a clinical trial led by investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that in a high-risk population, aiming for very low LDL cholesterol levels – less than 10 mg/dL – safely resulted in lowering risk of cardiovascular events. “These new cholesterol lowering drugs were actually in trial here at Baystate Medical Center. They block a protein called PCSK9, which ultimately improves the liver’s ability to remove cholesterol from the blood,” said Dr. Quinn Pack, a preventive cardiologist in the Heart & Vascular Program at Baystate Medical Center. The new medications are injected every two to four weeks by patients, similar to the way a diabetic patient injects their insulin.
Price is a big concern “Although side effects are minimal and usually limited to injection site reactions, the biggest concern over these new medications is their cost. The list price is $14,000 per year. Economic models have found that the price would need to drop to about $4,000 per year before these medications would be considered remotely cost-effective,” said Dr. Pack. Adding further evidence that lower is better, in June 2015 another study was published known as the IMPROVE-IT trial. At the time, it was unclear if there were benefits to lowering LDL to less than 70 mg/dL, but this study showed that lowering cholesterol levels by 20% to about 50 mg/dL reduced the risk of heart disease by 7%. Importantly, this was the first trial to show that a medication other than a statin could reduce heart disease risk. “Overall, these studies have really strengthened the “lower is better” hypothesis when it comes to LDL cholesterol. And, so far, we have not found an LDL level below which there are clear side effects, even at LDL levels less than 30 mg/dL. The guidelines have not yet caught up with these trial findings, but I now regularly try to get my high-risk patients’ LDL cholesterol levels less than 50 and even less than 30, if I can,” said Dr. Pack.
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance used in making the walls that surround cells and in making a number of hormones used in human metabolism. Cholesterol is manufactured in the liver and is found in every cell in the human body. It travels through our bloodstream with the aid of lipoproteins, which can deposit cholesterol in the blood vessels, forming plaque and increasing one’s risk of heart attack and stroke. The National Cholesterol Education
Program currently recommends that adults age 20 and older have their cholesterol checked every five years. Cholesterol levels increase as people age and can change significantly depending on dietary habits, so even if your cholesterol levels were normal in the past, it’s still a good idea to get your cholesterol checked every five years,” said Dr. Pack.
What about good cholesterol? In addition to LDL, doctors are also concerned with high-density lipoprotein HDL, referred to as good cholesterol, with 40-59 md/dL considered acceptable, but 60 mg/dL and higher even better and considered to be protective again heart disease. Many risk factors contribute to having high or low cholesterol, including diet, lack of exercise, excess weight, age, sex, race (African Americans and Hispanics are at greater risk for developing high cholesterol), alcohol, and stress levels. For some, high cholesterol is inherited, but many times it is the result of eating too many trans fats, saturated fats, and dietary cholesterol from animal products. Some risk factors can be reduced by following a heart-healthy lifestyle, while others are beyond your control. Although very low levels of LDL have been shown to reduce risk for heart disease the most, it is important to remember that any amount of cholesterol lowering reduces risk of heart disease. For example, if you have very high cholesterol levels (LDL level above 190 mg/dL), reducing your LDL to less than 100 mg/dL will substantially reduce your risk for a heart attack, even if your cholesterol levels don’t get into the 30-70 mg/dL range. “For a patient who has had a heart attack, even if he or she has had perfect cholesterol levels, we still generally recommend taking a statin or other cholesterol medicine because these medicines reduce a person’s risk of having a second heart attack. For patients without prior heart disease, but with moderate to extreme levels of cholesterol, they should always be on statins, regardless of their risk factors and even if they lead a pristine lifestyle with plenty of exercise and a healthy diet,” said Dr. Pack. FOR MORE INFO If your doctor hasn’t scheduled a cholesterol test for you, take control of your health and ask your primary care provider now to schedule a complete lipid panel screening (a blood test to check your levels). Learn more about the Baystate Health Heart & Vascular Program, or find a provider. https://www.baystatehealth.org/services heart-vascular
Hilltown Regional Health Fair The Huntington Council on Aging is sponsoring a Hilltown Regional Health Fair on October 21st from 10 – 2 in Stanton Hall at 26 Russell Road, Huntington. Rite Aid will have a flu and pneumonia clinic, free with your insurance card. Other vendors include Health Insurance Open Enrollment, Social Services, Home & Elder Care Services, Hilltown Community Health Center, Hilltown Community Ambulance, HOPE Nurse, Blood Pressure Screenings, Elder Law, Bay VNA, Hospice, Grandparent and Kinship Care Support, and Franklin Reginal Transit Authority. For more information, contact Kathleen Peterson at 413 512 5205.
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With clock ticking, surgery saves woman whose heart wasn’t By CYNTHIA McCORMICK Cape Cod Times HYANNIS, Mass. (AP) — Ann Bodio of Dennis knows she's lucky to be alive after repeatedly going into cardiac arrest at Cape Cod Hospital. But it was only after she woke up with a new aortic valve that the 71-year-old retired nurse learned of the remarkable chain of events that led to her survival, which involved a rare emergency catheterization — performed during chest compressions in the middle of the night — and technical advice offered over a phone, via FaceTime. The drama began on a Friday in August, when Bodio passed out at her home near Mayflower Beach. She'd been feeling dizzy and short of breath and had an appointment with her regular heart specialists in Framingham the next Wednesday. "I suspected something was going on. But I couldn't pinpoint it," said Bodio, who had received a new aortic valve during open-heart surgery 15 years ago. Her husband, Robert "Bob" Bodio, called 911 around 9 p.m. The word "scary" for what happened next isn't strong enough, Bob Bodio said: "I was just so worried." Arriving at the Cape Cod Hospital emergency department, Ann Bodio, an expert seamstress and beach walk enthusiast, went into cardiac arrest. "Her heart stopped," said Dr. Richard Zelman, the hospital's well-regarded interventional cardiologist. Bodio was resuscitated and put, unconscious, on a ventilator. Zelman suspected Bodio suffered from a damaged aortic valve that had degraded over time. Dr. Dan Loberman, a cardiac surgeon, said the odds of the comatose woman surviving open heart surgery were slim. A trip to Boston was out of the question. Despite medications and other interventions, Bodio's blood pressure kept dropping and the cardiac team had to resort to old-fashioned CPR to keep her alive. With minutes ticking by, Zelman considered the possibility of taking Bodio to the catheterization lab and threading a new aortic valve up through her femoral artery. He and his interventional cardiology team have performed the procedure about 245 times since it debuted at the hospital two-anda-half years ago, Zelman said. Known as transcatheter aortic valve replacement, or TAVR, the procedure is a lifesaver for people too sick or frail for open heart surgery, Zelman said. But it involves a big team of people including perfusionists, nurses, an interventional radiologist and cardiac technicians, and is usually only performed after a careful series of tests, Zelman said. "It takes so many different people and so many different specialists," Zelman said. "It's very unusual for someone to come in the ER and need emergent valve replacement. It's a unique situation." But with an ultrasound showing the aortic valve in Bodio's left heart ventricle opening a few scant millimeters to let blood through — and with defibrillator paddles unable to restore her heart rhythm — Zelman and his team decided it was time to act. "It's a vicious spiral at that point in time," Zelman said. He said people in Bodio's predicament "virtually always die in the ER. It's almost always a fatal event." Bodio's condition was deteriorating so rapidly Zelman felt he and his team couldn't wait even one hour for the arrival of the representative from Edwards, the heart valve manufacturer, to guide them through the steps of mounting the new valve inside a balloon at the tip of a catheter. Tanner Pulsifer, a cardiology technician, came up with the idea of having the representative guide him through the process via FaceTime as she drove up from Providence at midnight. "There was no other way to do it," Pulsifer said. He said he had an operating room technician hold the phone up so the manufacturer's rep could see what he was doing and prompt him to make changes. "It was almost a surreal kind of thing" to see the representative's face on the screen surrounded by darkness, Zelman said. The representative walked through the door just in time to secure the final crimp on the Sapien 3 aortic valve. Then the team sped into action. Normally installing a new aortic valve takes about an hour and 15 minutes, Zelman said. "We did that procedure in about 10 minutes on her." As he guided the valve near Bodio's heart, the cardiac team ceased chest compressions for about 30 seconds. It took only three to four minutes after the valve was implanted, opening and closing its three leaves with the rhythm of the blood flow, that Bodio's heart beat came back. "The next morning she woke up and was perfectly fine neurologically," Zelman said. "It was literally an unbelievable save." "At 1:30 a.m. he came out and said 'It's all done. Her heart is working perfectly. Her valve is working perfectly,'" said Bob Bodio, who was waiting at the hospital with the couple's three adult children. "I would not be here without Dr. Zelman," Ann Bodio said. She said the vigorous CPR broke a few of her ribs, but she is done with her visiting nurse visits and expects to be back to normal stamina levels in a few months. "They kept me alive," Bodio said. ——— Online: http://bit.ly/2g6J78O
Massachusetts officer injured in New Hampshire crash dies SOMERVILLE, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts police officer struck by another vehicle while riding his motorcycle in New Hampshire has died. Somerville police announced Tuesday that Officer Louis Remigio died Monday night. Remigio, a 30-year veteran, sustained severe injuries in the crash in North Hampton, New Hampshire, on Sunday. He was off-duty. Somerville Chief David Fallon said in a statement that the 55-year-old Remigio "was tough yet kind, empathetic, and fair." Mayor Joseph Curtatone says Remigio's loss is "immeasurable." Remigio, who lived in Tewksbury, was struck just after 9 a.m. Sunday on Interstate 95 south by an 18-year-old Burlington, Massachusetts resident who police say may have been racing other vehicles when he crossed into oncoming traffic.
New vehicle inspection system in Massachusetts hits bumps By ALISON BOSMA The MetroWest Daily News FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (AP) — October did not start out as a good month to get your car inspected in Massachusetts. Despite promises of a smooth transition, many local mechanics have been unable to perform auto inspections since the state's system switchover Oct. 1. "I'm losing money every day," Framingham Tire and Auto Repair owner Erik Dobay said. "I'm losing probably $1,000 every day." Last fall, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation awarded a five-year contract to Applus Technologies to upgrade and run inspection systems statewide. Auto shops were required to buy about $6,000 to $7,000 in equipment, and send employees to a free training program. In a September report, the state listed 1,762 licensed inspection stations. As of Friday, Oct. 6, the state website updating residents on the status of the inspection services listed a little more than 1,300 with functioning systems, leaving a 400-station gap. Applus had one year to implement the system, which was supposed to be fully functioning by Oct. 1. The contract with the prior system terminated Sept. 30. "We've been down for a week," Hopkinton's Lumber Street Auto service writer Lauren Dias said Friday, Oct. 6. "We've been losing revenue. We've had to turn people away, which means potentially losing customers." Documents on the Massachusetts Department of Transportation website point out the new system may help tackle inspection fraud and is slightly cheaper per car after 4.4 million inspections than the previous company. Between the inspections themselves — both noncommercial vehicles at $35 per sticker, and commercial trucks at $135 per sticker — and the associated repair work many people need before passing inspection, local auto shop owners estimate they've lost thousands of dollars this week. Mechanics get the majority of the inspection sticker price, with about $10 going to the state, and a little over a dollar going to Applus. Auto shop owners say the system won't start up, or they get messages saying they don't have the appropriate authorization or equipment. "It keeps saying I don't have any stickers," Dobay said. "I have five stacks." To make matters worse, mechanics said they can't get in touch with Applus. "The new company, Applus, there's nothing on the line when you call it," Framingham's Exceptional Auto Body mechanical supervisor John Churn said. "No one ever called back, it's been horrible." A few came in Oct. 1, a Sunday, to allow a technician to start up the new equipment, but said no one showed and calls to Applus went to voicemail. Those still without a functioning inspection system Friday, Oct. 6, said they've been calling the company all week, multiple times a day, to no avail.
"We've sat on hold for hours at a time, just listening to the music," Dias said Friday, Oct. 6. Some owners have driven to company offices or training sites, to find buildings locked up tight. One mechanic, Bill Nasios of Nickerson Road Auto Repair and Service in Ashland, was able to get someone on the phone, but hasn't yet received his inspection stickers or software password. Even when the equipment is running, mechanics have to call Applus to troubleshoot ongoing technical issues, said Don Astin, whose Hopedale garage, Astin's Auto Service, was able to start inspections Thursday, Oct. 5. Calls again go to voicemail, he said. "If I have a customer's car in my bay, and I'm calling for technical help, and it goes to voicemail, it really isn't helpful," Astin said. Garage owners said they were told moving to Applus would be a smooth transition, a sentiment reflected in paperwork prior to the launch date. "Applus has never missed an implementation date," a September MassDOT update, published before the switchover, reads. "Their experience and agility to adapt to any situation has allowed them a perfect history hitting program start-up dates." It doesn't help that the implementation took place at the beginning of the month, which is when auto shops get most of their inspection sticker business. "I've turned away easily between 60 and 70 people between telephones and walk-ins," Astin said, just in the first three days of the week. "The beginning of the month is always very busy in my world for stickers." Garage owners who have been able to get inspection services up this week credit Registry of Motor Vehicle employees, not Applus. ———
Features of new inspection services Documents on the MassDOT website reveal the following about the Applus Technologies switchover. Auto shops had to install five video cameras in each inspection bay, to monitor inspections. A letter from one mechanic from MassDOT said three of these cameras won't begin recording until January. • Inspectors have to take four photos of each car or truck, of the front and rear license plates, the VIN plate, and the odometer. • The Applus Technologies contract was for a little over $29 million • The prior system vendor was with Parsons Technologies • After 4.4 million inspections Applus' per vehicle fee drops from $1.343 to 43 cents, which is about 55 cents less than Parsons' ——— Online: http://bit.ly/2g5HVTu
VFW Post 872 Newport Playhouse Trip Scholarship Contests Southwick VFW Post 872 in Southwick is sponsoring several contests for students, teachers, and first responders. The Patriots Pen Essay Contest is for students in grades 6-8 and provides for students in these grades to compete for $54,500 in cash prizes. The Voice of Democracy Contest is for students in grades 9-12 where they compete for $154,000 in scholarships and incentives with the top scholarship awarded at the national level being $30,000. The Citizenship Education Teacher Award is for teachers in all grades nominated by their peers, which recognizes their contributions as educators who instill a sense of patriotism, duty, and service. Winners selected at the national level are awarded cash prizes for themselves and for their school, along with recognition at the VFW National Convention. The VFW Scout of the Year Award is a scholarship competition for those Boy or Girl Scouts ages 15-18 who have attained the rank of Eagle Scout, Gold Award, or Sea Scout Quartermaster, are enrolled in High School and are active within their troop. First Place at the national level awards a $5,000 scholarship, second place $3,000, and third place $1,000. The VFW Public Servant Award is for members of the community’s Police, Fire, and EMT Departments that provides for honor and recognition of each winner at the VFW State Convention. Deadlines for entry for Patriots Pen, Voice of Democracy, and the Citizen Education Teacher Award is October 31; Scout of the Year Award is March 01; Public Servant Award is February 01. For more information on how to enter, please contact Troy Henke at 872contests@gmail.com
The Huntington COA is planning a day trip December 7thto the Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant in Newport, Rhode Island. The bus will leave from downtown Huntington at 8:00 am and Westfield at 8:30 am, returning about 6:30 pm. The group will travel on the Luxury Silver Fox Motor Coach with a beautiful ocean drive, then off to the Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant to enjoy an extensive, hearty buffet. After lunch, the group will be able to sit back and enjoy Newport’s Playhouse’s show “Dashing Through the Snow” in the intimate theater. This madcap show features, among other people, Mrs. Claus, various elves, as well as a zany cast of holiday characters in a wonderful and funny production with a holiday theme. After the show, it’s back to the dining room that is transformed into a captivating cabaret. The cost of the trip is $69 for Huntington residents, all others pay $89. The bus is wheelchair accessible. The cost includes the ocean drive sightseeing tour, admission to The Newport Playhouse for show and cabaret, a full buffet luncheon with gratuities, and the luxury Silver Fox Motor Coach. For reservations, please contact Helen at 413.667-3500 or Anna at 413.667.3141. Payments must be received by November 7th.
Southwick High School class of 1977 reunion Southwick class of 1977 High School reunion planned for November 24th at the Westfield River Brewing Company 707 College Hwy formerly ” Chucks Steak House” from 6 PM to closing. $5 per person Please send confirmation to Donna by text 413330-7711 or email Dan at dhess@southwickinsagency.com. Please spread the word and we are hoping for a good turnout.
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Madi Robitaille (28) is all concentration as she return’s an Agawam serve.
Autumn Moccia tries to get to the ball at Monday night’s game against Agawam. (Photos by Marc St.Onge)
Agawam tops Westfield Westfield’s Bella Kozciak calls the ball out at Monday night’s game against Agawam.
By CHRIS PUTZ Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Agawam held serve at home against Westfield in a high school girls’ volleyball game 3-1 Monday night. Agawam rallied from an eight-point loss in the first frame, winning 17-25, 25-19, 25-5, 26-24. Madison Lockwood had a nice all-around effort for Agawam, finishing with 25 assists, eight aces, and four digs. Brownies’ Paige Hollander (2 aces, 1 assist) made 17 digs; and, Rhiannon Hodovanec (3 digs, 2 aces), Liz Milliken (2 aces, 1 dig), and Mia Perella (4 digs, 3 aces, 1 assist) had seven kills apiece. Agawam improved to 6-6 overall. Westfield fell to 3-10.
Emily Gelinas (25) taps one in against Agawam.
Owls outlast Golden Bears
Bailey Loughlin led Westfield’s performance at the Williams College Fall Invitational on Saturday and Sunday. (File photo)
Owls take 16th at Williams Fall Invitational WESTFIELD – Westfield State University’s women’s golf placed 16th at the Williams College Fall Invitational at the Taconic Golf Club in Williamstown, Mass. on Saturday and Sunday. Junior Bailey Loughlin (Maynard, Mass.) led Westfield’s performance, finishing in 81st as an individual with a two-day total of 104-97-201. Senior teammate Maddy Atkocaitis (Westfield, Mass.) placed 85th with a two-day score of 104-104-208. Williams College won the 16-team tournament with a two-day team score of 306-306-612. Westfield finished with a two-day total of 436-456-892. The Owls will be back in action at the Empire 8 Conference Championship at the Ballston Spa CC in Ballston Spa, New York on October 14th and 15th.
SPRINGFIELD – Westfield State University’s junior forward Nicole Chretien (North Attleboro, Mass.) found the back of the net twice, including the game-winning goal in overtime, to lift the Owls 2-1 over Western New England University in the women’s soccer non-conference action at Suprenant Field on Monday afternoon. The Owls improve to 6-4-2 on the season while the Golden Bears are now 5-6-2 overall. Western New England’s Christina Delude (Belchertown, Mass.) broke the scoreless deadlock at the 71:19 mark following a corner kick by senior Marielle Caron (East Longmeadow, Mass.). After several Westfield State defenders failed to clear the ball out of the box, Delude pounced on the loose ball and poked it past Owls’ junior goalkeeper Natalia Falcone (Sutton, Mass.). Western New England’s lead was short lived, however, as the visitor’s equalized just 50 seconds later. Westfield State was awarded a free kick, which senior Rene Hamel (Monson, Mass.) sent towards the far post from 30 yards out. Junior Casey Rotti (Rutland, Mass.) got her head on the ball and redirected it to the near post, where Chretien was waiting to tap it into the back of the net. The Owls secured the game-winner 3:17 into the overtime period, when a deflection allowed Chretien to get in behind the Western New England defense. The junior made the most of the opportunity, burying a shot in the lower right corner of the net. The two teams were even in both shots (17-17) and corner kicks (5-5). Junior goalkeeper Natalia Falcone (Sutton, Mass.)
played in net for the Owls and finished with four saves. Sophomore goalkeeper Alex Lemekha (Stamford, Conn.) finished with five saves for the Golden Bears. Westfield State travels to Bridgewater State for a MASCAC contest on Saturday at 12:00 p.m. while Western New England resumes Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC) play on Wednesday against Wentworth. – Courtesy of Westfield State Sports
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Varlamov stops 29 shots; Avs beat B’s again in Boston BOSTON (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche are heading into their home opener feeling pretty good. Another win in Boston certainly helped. Semyon Varlamov stopped 29 shots, Nail Yakupov scored two goals and the Colorado Avalanche continued their recent success in Boston with a 4-0 win over the Bruins on Monday. Sven Andrighetto and J.T. Compher scored first-period goals for the Avalanche, who improved to 11-0-0-1
in their past 12 games in Boston since the most recent loss on March 30, 1998. Colorado completed its seasonopening three-game road trip at 2-1. Boston split its first two games — both at home. "I think we're fortunate to be 2-1," Avalanche coach Jared Bednar said. "Our best game of the road trip was certainly our third. To be 2-1 in a tough building here in Boston, against a good team to get a good solid win, this
is a little bit of a sign of maturity." Varlamov is also off to a good start after missing the final 40 games last season following hip surgery. "It gives you confidence and brings confidence to the team," he said. Tuukka Rask made 19 saves for the Bruins. Boston coach Bruce Cassidy saw some mistakes from his young players that led to an early 2-0 hole, but he was most disappointed with the overall effort.
"The core group that we rely on — it just wasn't a good effort," he said. "I put myself in that category. "We're supposed to be ready to play at home, especially after having a couple of days off. That was the biggest disappointment to me. Things aren't going to go your way some nights. To not have the energy to sustain it get yourself back in the game is disappointing." The Avalanche grabbed a 1-0 lead when Andrighetto's shot from the slot
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slipped into the net off Rask's glove 4:41 into the opening period. Compher completed a 2-on-1 break with former Bruin Carl Soderberg by firing a wrister over Rask's left shoulder to make it 2-0 midway into the period with a short-handed goal. Cassidy even changed up the lines after the Bruins' lackluster start. UP NEXT The teams face each other again in Colorado on Wednesday night.
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HIGH SCHOOL 2017 FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Tues., Oct. 10 GOLF at Pope Francis, Franconia, 3 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Minnechaug, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Minnechaug, 4 p.m. Wed., Oct. 11 GOLF at West Springfield, Springfield Country Club, 3 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. East Longmeadow, 4:30 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. East Longmeadow, 4:30 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 12 FIELD HOCKEY vs. Greenfield, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. Greenfield, 5:30 p.m. Fri., Oct. 13 JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Ludlow, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at East Longmeadow, 4:30 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at East Longmeadow, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at Ludlow, 6 p.m. FOOTBALL vs. Central, Bullens Field, 7 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 14 FIELD HOCKEY vs. Amherst-Pelham, 11 a.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. Amherst-Pelham, 12:30 p.m. Mon., Oct. 16 JV FOOTBALL at Central, 3:30 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER at Northampton, 5 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER at Northampton, 7 p.m. Tues., Oct. 17 GOLF at Agawam, Crestview Country Club, 3 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY at South Hadley, 3:30 p.m. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Agawam, Chicopee Comp, Stanley Park, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Agawam, Chicopee Comp, Stanley Park, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at Northampton, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER at Northampton, David Wright Stadium, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY at South Hadley, 5 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Minnechaug, 5 p.m. GYMNASTICS at Hampshire, 6 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Minnechaug, 6:15 p.m.
WESTFIELD TECHNICAL ACADEMY Tues., Oct. 10 GOLF at Franklin Tech, Thomas Memorial Golf Course, 3 p.m. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY, Gateway, Hampden Charter, Monson at Palmer, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY, Gateway, Hampden Charter, Monson at Palmer, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Pathfinder, Jachym
Wed., Oct. 11
GOLF at East Longmeadow, Elmcrest Country Club, 3 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Palmer, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at John J. Duggan Academy, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Palmer, 4 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 12 GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Pioneer Valley Christian, 5:30 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 14 BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Amherst-Pelham, 10 a.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Amherst-Pelham, 10 a.m. Mon., Oct. 16 BOYS’ SOCCER at Pope Francis, Forest Park, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER at Pope Francis, Forest Park, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Sci_Tech, 4:30 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Sci-Tech, 5:30 p.m.
GATEWAY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Tues., Oct. 10 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Hampden Charter School of Science, Monson, Westfield Technical Academy at Palmer, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Hampden Charter School of Science, Monson, Westfield Technical Academy at Palmer, 3:45 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER at Sci-Tech, Berte Field (Central HS), 4 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 11 JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Athol, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Athol, 6 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 12 BOYS’ SOCCER at South Hadley, Town Farm Field, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER at South Hadley, Town Farm Field, 4 p.m.
Thurs., Oct. 12 GOLF vs. Sabis, East Mountain Country Club, 3 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER at Hampden Charter School of Science, Chicopee Boys & Girls Club, 4 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 14 JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Easthampton, noon BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Easthampton, 2 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Easthampton, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Easthampton, 6 p.m.
Mon., Oct. 16 BOYS’ SOCCER at Pioneer Valley Christian School, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Commerce, 6 p.m. Tues., Oct. 17 No Sports Scheduled Wed., Oct. 18 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Frontier, Stanley Park, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Hampshire, Stanley Park, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at St. Mary, Westfield Middle School North, 4 p.m.
SAINT MARY HIGH SCHOOL Tues., Oct. 10 GOLF vs. Turners Falls, Tekoa Country Club, 3 p.m. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Franklin Tech at Mahar, 3:30 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Franklin Tech at Mahar, 3:30 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Franklin Tech, Westfield Middle School North, 4 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 11 No Sports Scheduled
Thurs., Oct. 19 JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Ludlow, Jachym Field, 4 p.m.
Thurs., Oct. 12 GOLF at Greenfield, Country Club of Greenfield, 3 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Commerce, Westfield Middle School North, 4 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 20 GIRLS’ SOCCER at Hampden Charter School of Science, Chicopee Boys & Girls Club, 4 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 13 GIRLS’ SOCCER at Pathfinder, 4 p.m. GOLF vs. Greenfield, Tekoa Country Club, 3 p.m.
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Surprising 3-2 Jets preparing to play Patriots for 1st place By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Surprise, surprise. The New York Jets are playing for first. No, not the No. 1 draft pick — as so many predicted. But for the top spot in the AFC East, with a matchup against the rival New England Patriots on tap for Sunday at MetLife Stadium. Both teams are 3-2, with the Patriots’ struggles nearly as stunning as the Jets’ earlyseason success. But Todd Bowles knows better than to take Bill Belichick’s bunch lightly. “Well, they’re scary because they’re still winning,” the Jets coach said during a conference call Monday. “They are still the same Patriots. You have to knock them off the ladder. They are kings of the division right now. They won the Super Bowl. “We have to come out and work on us and play hard and go into the game and try and compete and win.” The Jets have done that the past three weeks, rolling to a dominant victory against Miami and then pulling off close wins against Jacksonville and Cleveland. Still, New York recognizes it has quite a few flaws, with penalties a major issue. “It’s good to get a win on the road, but obviously we have to correct a lot of things on both sides of the ball,” Bowles said. “And we have to get the penalties down, which keeps hampering us every week, which has to change.” The Jets have been penalized 19 times in their last two games, including nine in the 17-14 win at Cleveland. “Some of them are ticky-tacky, some of them are legit and some of them you can question,” Bowles said. “But either way, we have to get them down.” The defense has also struggled to get to the quarterback, with New York’s seven sacks ranking second to last in the NFL through five games. Only Tampa Bay, with four, has less. The Jets also gave up 140 yards against the Browns, a week after allowing 175 to the
Jaguars. “We’re building that unity and playing for each other,” defensive lineman Leonard Williams said. “But at the same time, we feel that we didn’t play up to our standards that we’ve seen on film — speaking for my position and our defense, specifically.” New York’s offense had a rough day generating much of anything against the Browns until late, going 4 of 12 on third downs and gaining 212 yards compared to Cleveland’s 419. “We started slow,” quarterback Josh McCown said. “They mixed the looks, they did a good job of doing some different things and we had some penalties early and kind of got behind the sticks the second drive out there and that really killed that one. So we have to start faster.” The Jets were able to capitalize, though, on mistakes by the Browns, who squandered four scoring opportunities during the first half. A little luck, maybe, but the Patriots also see a hungry and resilient squad in their division opponents. “You’ve got to be impressed with what the Jets have done,” Belichick said Monday. “They’ve had three weeks in a row, they’ve played well. ... It’s always tough with the Jets and we know it’ll be tough this week.” The Patriots have won five of the last six meetings, with the Jets’ lone win during that span being a 26-20 overtime victory at home during Bowles’ first season as coach in 2015. New York knows it could make a huge statement to the entire league if it beats New England, which would also be the Jets’ first four-game winning streak since they won five straight two seasons ago — capped by that last victory over the Patriots. New England has allowed a league-high 447.2 yards per game, a stunningly high number for a Belichick-coached defense. That’s 50 yards more per game than the next See Jets v. Patriots, Page 11
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LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STANDINGS/RESULTS FOOTBALL Westfield 0-4 GYMNASTICS Westfield 6-0 BOYS’ SOCCER Westfield 4-7 Southwick 2-0 Gateway 1-8-1 St. Mary 3-5-1 Westfield Technical Academy 10-0-1
GIRLS’ SOCCER Westfield 7-1 Southwick 4-2-2 Gateway 3-1-3 St. Mary 2-7 Westfield Technical Academy 6-3
FIELD HOCKEY Westfield 2-5-1 Southwick 7-3
Westfield 4-3 Southwick 17-0 St. Mary 1-7 Westfield Technical Academy 0-0
Chicago Bears outside linebacker Leonard Floyd (94) tackles Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) for safety during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Keenum delivers with Bradford out to lift Vikings over Bears "My main focus was to make plays, feed off Latavius (Murray), C.J. (Ham), those guys, the running backs, bring the energy and make plays," McKinnon said. GADGETS The Bears stayed in the game with trick plays. One came from special teams and the other from offense on a two-point conversion. Punter Pat O'Donnell threw a 38-yard TD pass to Benny Cunningham to pull the Bears within 10-9 in the third quarter. Cunningham was wide open 10 yards downfield on a fake punt and dodged one tackle try before going to the end zone. "Whether it's a turnover, steal, a first down — whatever it is you just want to make an impact throughout the game to kind of help those guys on offense and defense," Cunningham said. A trick two-point conversion tied the score at 17-17 when Trubisky handed to Jordan Howard and he handed it to Zach Miller on a reverse. Miller pitched it to Trubisky and he walked into the end zone. "That's fun," Miller said. "Takes me back to my college days: great call and design." MIXED DEBUT Trubisky was down about his fourth-quarter interception, but Bears coach John Fox called it an upbeat debut regardless of the big mistake. Trubisky's leadership was a key. He also scrambled for 22 yards in addition to his passing. "I think our guys feel it," Fox said. "I think they feel his presence." Smith, who made the decisive interception, was equally impressed with Trubisky. "You can tell he definitely has some skill and he is going to be a player," Smith said. TD CELEBRATION Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph and teammates had planned an unconventional TD celebration, and Rudolph's 13-yard TD catch in the third quarter gave them a chance to do it. "Duck, duck, goose was planned in the huddle right before we went out," Rudolph said. "We called the play, the play we run all week in practice. I knew somebody was going to score. "I said whoever scores here you're the duck. Everybody else sit down here in a circle and we will have some fun." LINEBACKER DOWN Playing without suspended Danny Trevathan and with Jerrell Freeman and Nick Kwiatkoski injured, the Bears lost a fourth inside linebacker when John Timu went out with a knee injury. They finished with Christian Jones and Jon Anderson on the field.
GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY Westfield 4-2 Southwick-Tolland 7-2 St. Mary 0-2 Westfield Technical Academy 0-1
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By GENE CHAMBERLAIN Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings know they have an insurance policy if Sam Bradford's knee remains a problem. Case Keenum has proven this before and did it again Monday against the Chicago Bears in a 20-17 victory. "I've tried to prepare like I've been the starter," Keenum said. "I think that helps when you're called upon and need to step in, so you can do the same job as the guy that's been doing it. "Be able to see the defense the same way and make the calls the same way. Being prepared like that helps." With a game against the Green Bay Packers coming Sunday, the Vikings won't know Bradford's status until later in the week. Bradford failed to make it through his first game back since suffering swelling and soreness in a surgically repaired left knee. Sacked four times, an obviously immobile Bradford came out just before halftime after a 5-for-11 performance. "It just got to a point where it was hurting him bad enough where he couldn't finish," Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon said. Keenum came in and led the win by completing 17 of 21 passes for 140 yards and a touchdown. He was 14 for 18 and 119 yards in the second half. Keenum was 1-2 in three starts before Monday's Vikings win. "He did a great job executing," McKinnon said. "It's real tough in this league to come into that situation and do what he did. "Everybody believes in him and he showed why." Keenum threw a 13-yard TD pass to Kyle Rudolph in the third quarter for a 10-2 lead, and in the fourth quarter the Vikings benefited from Harrison Smith's interception to score the winning points on a 26-yard Kai Forbath field goal with 12 seconds remaining. The interception spoiled Mitchell Trubisky's — he completed 12 of 25 for 128 yards. "I just have to do a better job of taking care of the football," Trubisky said. "We need to work on the little things, really." Other notes and takeaways from the game: BREAKAWAY THREAT Even with running back Dalvin Cook out for the year with a torn ACL, the Vikings showed they have breakaway speed in the backfield. McKinnon had a 58-yard TD run around the right side in the third quarter for a 17-9 lead. It was the Vikings' longest run of the season. McKinnon finished with 95 yards on 16 carries.
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closest team, Indianapolis (397.4). “I’m looking at them right now, and this is a good crew,” quarterback Josh McCown insisted. “It’s going to be a tough matchup. They’re always good at game planning and preparing for you and what you do and what you do best, and so it’ll be a fun challenge.” The Patriots opened as 8-point favorites, which is hardly a surprise. Just a few weeks ago, however, the Jets were probably looked at as certain double-digit underdogs for this matchup. From the coaches to the players, New York has stressed a sense of unity that has only grown stronger with every victory. And each win has all that preseason talk about being a front-runner for the No. 1 overall draft pick next April fading fast. “It’s a wave right now,” Williams said. “We’re on that unity wave of being with each other and playing for each other and playing hard and fast. We’ve just got to keep riding that wave.” NOTES: Bowles said RB Bilal Powell is day to day with a strained calf, although his status for Sunday is uncertain. ... RB Matt Forte remains sidelined with turf toe, which means rookie Elijah McGuire could start against the Patriots if neither Forte nor Powell can play. Bowles said the Jets weren’t yet considering adding another running back to the roster.
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‘Just Kidding’ 35 Years Later Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for more than 40 years. During the first five years of our marriage, he confessed to several instances of infidelity. He begged for forgiveness. I forgave him. Well, recently, I found out he was lying and never actually had slept with other women. He told me that he had been questioning my loyalty and made up situations to see whether I loved him enough to forgive him and that I had passed the test. Well, yes, I forgave him each time because I loved him, but my feelings about him did change a little from the hurt of the supposed infidelity. I went through hell internally back then, but I didn’t let him know. I don’t understand what would make someone do that. He has been an excellent husband for the past 35 years, but I could have had a much better marriage had he not lied the first five years. I can’t stop thinking of how things could have been and what the real truth is. What would you suggest I do? -- Happy or Sad Dear Happy or Sad: If he truly was making up these lies about cheating as some kind of test of your loyalty, that’s pretty twisted. If he did cheat but now has decided to rewrite history and pretend he wasn’t an adulterer, that’s pretty twisted, too. Which is true? At this point, the more important question is why he would jerk you around like this at all. Such emotional abuse is unacceptable. Tell your husband that if you’re to ever free yourselves from the tangled web he’s woven, it will be through marriage counseling. If he refuses, I encourage you to attend counseling on your own. Dear Annie: “Ongoing Unhappiness” wrote to you complaining that her daughter-in-law is a hypochondriac. She may not be. For 30 years, I suffered pain and surgeries that I later understood most likely could have been avoided had I had a true diagnosis of fibromyositis, now known as fibromyalgia. It took 30 years to diagnose. Pain happens all over. It can feel like a bruise when someone touches you. It can cause debilitating pain when you bend over -- which is the impetus for unnecessary gallbladder or kidney surgery or a hysterectomy when a doctor is mystified by the pain. I became uninsurable because of those pained years. I was misdiagnosed numerous times, had surgery after surgery and took medication after medication. None of it stopped the pain. Too many people are considered hypochondriacs by those around them because they’ve never had a day free of pain. That is not to say “Ongoing Unhappiness’” daughter-in-law is in that category, but it sounds as if she could be. -- Been There, Understand That Dear Been There, Understand That: Chronic undiagnosed pain can have an incredibly dispiriting impact on one’s life and outlook. I’m glad you eventually got the correct diagnosis. Perhaps your letter will inspire someone suffering similar pain not to give up looking for answers.
HINTS FROM HELOISE THE WEDDING GIFT Dear Heloise: I enjoy your column with its many hints in the Dayton (Ohio) Daily News. Today, however, I have a hint for you: I was wrapping a wedding gift of flatware to help complete the couple’s dinnerware. I was looking for something to cushion the pieces in the package, so I wrapped each piece in a clean dust rag that the bride can use, instead of tissue paper that would get thrown out. -- Jane A., Beavercreek, Ohio REFRIGERATION OF FOOD Dear Readers: Here are two questions related to refrigerating food: “How long can I keep cooked chicken in my refrigerator?” -- Sadie D., Inkster, Mich. “How long will bacon and sausage stay fresh in my refrigerator?” -- Patsy L., Dagger Falls, Idaho Sadie, cooked chicken will keep well for three to four days in a refrigerator and two to six months in a freezer. Patsy, bacon will stay fresh enough to eat for seven days in the refrigerator and one month in the freezer. Sausage usually will keep for one to two days in the refrigerator, and one to two months in the freezer. -- Heloise MAKE ROOM IN YOUR LIFE Dear Heloise: So many young people are under the misconception that as they move through life, they’ll make more money and they’ll be happy because they won’t have any worries. That type of thinking leads to disappointment. Go after the dream, not the money. Don’t base your life strictly on how much money you can make. A soul-crushing career will only make you miserable. You’ll work a long time, so make sure that it’s something you really enjoy doing, then do the best work you can. -- Margaret B., Inglewood, Calif. (c)2017 by King Features Syndicate Inc.
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TV Sports Tonight Tuesday, Oct. 10 MLB BASEBALL 5:30 p.m. TBS — NL Division Series, Game 4, Washington at Chicago Cubs (moves to 8 p.m. if L.A. Dodgers-Arizona series is over) 9 p.m. TBS — NL Division Series, Game 4, L.A. Dodgers at Arizona (if necessary) NBA BASKETBALL 8 p.m. ESPN — Preseason, Chicago at Cleveland 10:30 p.m.
ESPN — Preseason, Utah at L.A. Lakers NHL HOCKEY 7:30 p.m. NBCSN — Chicago at Montreal 10 p.m. NBCSN — Arizona at Vegas SOCCER 2:30 p.m. FS1 — FIFA, World Cup 2018 qualifying, Portugal vs. Switzerland, at Lisbon, Portugal FS2 — FIFA, World Cup 2018 qualifying, France vs. Belarus, at Saint-Denis, France
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ESPN suspends anchor for breaking social media rules By PAT EATON-ROBB AP Sports Writer HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — ESPN suspended anchor Jemele Hill on Monday for two weeks for making political statements on social media. Hill, an African-American co-host of the 6 p.m. broadcast of "SportsCenter," received backlash last month after referring to President Donald Trump as a "white supremacist" in a series of tweets that referenced the president's comments about a deadly white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. Trump later suggested that NFL players be fired for not standing during the national anthem. In tweets on Sunday, Hill targeted Jerry Jones after the Dallas Cowboys owner stated that players who disrespect the flag would not play for his team. Hill suggested on Twitter that fans who disagree with Jones should boycott the team's advertisers and not buy the team's merchandise. "Cowboys have a huge national following," she wrote in one of a series of tweets. "Lot of black & brown folks are Cowboys fans. What if they turned their backs on them?" She clarified Monday she was not calling for an NFL boycott. ESPN said in a statement Monday that Hill had acknowledged "letting her colleagues and company down" with the Trump tweet. "In the aftermath, all employees were reminded of how individual tweets may reflect negatively on ESPN and that such actions would have consequences. Hence this decision," the statement said. Hill had called the president "a white supremacist who has largely surrounded himself w/ other white supremacists." She wrote that he was "the most ignorant, offensive president of my lifetime." She called him a bigot and said it was the height of white privilege to ignore his white supremacy because it wasn't a threat. "Well, it's a threat to me," she typed. Hill did not immediately reply to a request for comment on her suspension.
This is a Feb. 3, 2017, file photo showing Jemele Hill attending ESPN: The Party 2017 in Houston, Texas. ESPN anchor Jemele Hill has been suspended by the network for two weeks for making political statements on social media. Hill, who is African-American, received criticism from the network last month after referring to President Donald Trump as a "white supremacist." On Monday, oct. 9, 2017, Hill targeted Jerry Jones, after the Dallas Cowboys owner stated that players who disrespect the flag would not play for his team. (Photo by John Salangsang/Invision/AP, File) Before she was suspended, Hill responded Sunday to a Twitter follower who suggested that NFL players would learn a lesson about "getting fired for not doing what your boss requires you to do." "Because if we did everything the boss said, Americans would still be dying of tuberculosis in factories," she replied.
ESPN’s annual tip-off marathon won’t happen this season BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — There will be no 24-hour basketball marathon on ESPN to mark the start of the college season this year. The broadcasting giant says the annual event, which ran for nine seasons, presented programming challenges and won't be part of this year's schedule. The event featured more than a dozen games spread out over 24 consecutive hours. Spokesman Josh Krulewitz says the company may explore a return of the marathon concept at some point in the future. He notes that more than 3,500 college basketball games will air on ESPN's platforms during the 2017-18 season. ESPN recently announced it will air a new early-season tournament, the Phil Knight Invitational, which will feature 16 teams playing across two separate brackets from Nov. 23-26. One bracket features Butler, Duke, Florida, Gonzaga, Ohio State, Portland State, Stanford and Texas. The other includes Arkansas, DePaul, Michigan State, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Portland and UConn.
‘American Horror’ tones down scene after Las Vegas shooting NEW YORK (AP) — FX network is making what it calls "substantial edits" to tone down the gun violence in a scene set to air during Tuesday's episode of "American Horror Story." The network said Monday it would substitute the edited version of that opening sequence "in light of the tragedy last week in Las Vegas." The scene, filmed two months ago, portrays an occurrence of gun violence that, in the network's words, "has sadly become all too common in our country." FX said some viewers might have found it traumatic. While only the edited version will air on the linear channel, FX said the unedited version will be available through its ondemand platforms. Now in its seventh season, "American Horror Story" regularly lives up to its name with ghoulish and violent displays.
Las Vegas police work on the scene after an officer-involved shooting at University Medical Center on Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, in Las Vegas. Authorities say a man shot dead by a patrol officer was in police custody and under observation for intoxication when he obtained a stun gun and pointed it at a security guard and nurse. (Bizuayehu Tesfaye/Las Vegas Review-Journal via AP)
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017: This year will be a peak year, when you probably will manifest at least one of your emotional desires. You will witness a financial peak as well. Resist the temptation to overspend. Use the magic of this year well. If you are single, you could stumble into a heartfelt relationship. You likely will receive what you want in that area of your life. If you are attached, the two of you will take a major step toward building your bond, which will bring you a lot closer together. GEMINI plays an important role in your year. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You might sense a change in the wind. In the next few months, you will have an opportunity to enhance your finances with the help of a friend. You will walk away from stifling people and situations. Avoid having irrational reactions. Tonight: Listen to a loved one. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH You’ll discover how much someone else admires you. Be flattered, but don’t feel as if you have to respond. If you are single, you are entering a period where you could meet The One. Reach out to someone with whom you are financially involved. Tonight: Call an older relative. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH Know that no one can resist a reasonable request. This concept will help you manifest more of what you want. Don’t hesitate to ask for something, even if you get a strange reaction or two. You will get what you want one way or another. Tonight: Make it OK to be a bit selfish. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH Don’t let an associate rain on your parade. This person could become frustrated and point to you as being part of the problem. Understand that he or she does not know you well. Tap into your ingenuity. Lady Luck seems to be riding on your shoulder. Tonight: Be spontaneous. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHHH Meetings prove to be unusually significant, as will a get-together with a friend. Good news comes from one or both happenings. Be aware of a change happening at home. Don’t resist it, as the outcome is likely to benefit you. Tonight: Buy a special item that you have wanted. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You might feel pressured by all the obligations you have. Processing this stress could make each responsibility a bit more intense. If you can go along with the moment, all the better. Add your personal touch as well. Tonight: Catch up on news with a neighbor or relative. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH You could feel pressured to behave in a certain way. Try to distance yourself from this tension, and you’ll gain a more complete perspective of yourself as a result. You will see how much you have to offer once you gain more self-confidence. Tonight: Think positively. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHHH You enter a new life and luck cycle today, which will last 12 years. Understand that the first year is generally the luckiest. You might be focused on one important matter during the day, but later your mind will drift to many possibilities. Tonight: You have a reason to celebrate. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHHH Others seek you out. You might be overwhelmed by all of the attention you’re getting, but you know who you relate to best, especially if business is involved. Refuse to let negativity get the best of you. Trust your gut. You know what works best for you. Tonight: Happy at home. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You have a lot to get done. Focus on completion, as you could get distracted by social events. Opportunities to expand your circle of friends come forward. With new acquaintances, a long-term desire is more likely to come to fruition. Tonight: Dinner with a favorite person. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH You continue with a frisky, fun attitude, though it might not be seen as totally appropriate by others. In fact, a friend could distance him- or herself from you, as he or she can’t identify with your attitude. Maintain a positive attitude. Tonight: Catch up on some work at home. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH You might opt to take the day off or work from home today. You will want to detach some from the here and now in order to gain a deeper perspective of a certain matter. Reach out to a trusted friend or loved one for some feedback. Tonight: Tap into your imagination. BORN TODAY Musician David Lee Roth (1954), actor Ben Vereen (1946), actress Helen Hayes (1900)
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Boston Red Sox's Xander Bogaerts, top hugs Dustin Pedroia in the dugout after the Houston Astros eliminated the Red Sox 5-4 in Game 4 of baseball's American League Division Series, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Starters fail Sox in another early playoff exit By KYLE HIGHTOWER AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) — Ace left-hander Chris Sale began Boston’s AL Division Series by giving up seven runs in five innings. Fellow starters Drew Pomeranz, Doug Fister and Rick Porcello didn’t do any better. Again and again, the high-powered Houston Astros got to Boston’s starters early, and after four truncated outings by their starters, the AL East champion Red Sox are heading home for a second straight early postseason exit following a 5-4 loss in Game 4 on Monday. Boston used two Cy Young Award winners during the series in Porcello and David Price, and it may have another this year in Sale. And yet Houston scored in the first inning of every game, chasing every starter besides Sale before the fourth inning. It’s returned a cloud of uncertainty over manager John Farrell, who had an early exit himself Monday, ejected by plate umpire Mark Wegner for arguing balls and strikes in the second. Farrell led the franchise to back-to-back division titles for the first time in its history, but last year’s team was swept in an ALDS by Cleveland, and this year’s team didn’t fare much better. Despite another disappointing playoff exit, Farrell said he believes he’s the manager that can get the Red Sox over their current postseason stumbling block. “Yes, I feel confident in that,” Farrell said. “I know that we have got opportunity to access where we are as a team. I can’t begin to talk about what the offseason plans are, and what changes may be realized, but there’s still good things that are going on here.” Maybe so. But the way this season ended underscored the shortcomings of a pitching rotation that Farrell was banking on to carry this team deep into October. Porcello wound up among the major league leaders in losses, and Price didn’t even crack the postseason rotation after a year spent battling a shoulder injury — he did throw 6 2/3 scoreless relief innings in the ALDS. Even Sale and Pomeranz, who had productive stretches, struggled late in the season as the playoffs drew closer. It all hit a floor against the Astros, as Sale, Pomeranz, Fister and Porcello surrendered eight first-inning runs to the Astros over the four games of the series. It left the Red Sox in a perpetual catch-up state. Sale gave Boston some life in a relief capacity on Monday after Porcello gave up two quick runs in his three innings of work. But Sale also surrendered his second home run of the series to Alex Bregman, this time a tying shot in the eighth inning to start Houston’s comeback. Disappointing as his first-career postseason experience was, Sale said it hasn’t affected his belief in what this group can do. “We’ve got a lot of guys coming back,” he said. “A lot of guys that carried this team are young guys that are gonna be here for a while. It’s hard not to be optimistic about this team for the next long time.” Despite the ending, second baseman Dustin Pedroia said the blame doesn’t belong with any one player or group of players. “There was never any quit in this team,” he said. “I’m proud of everybody in here. We dealt with a lot. ... We didn’t achieve our goals. But I’m proud of how everybody went about their business, and showed up for everybody and played to win.”
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Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 11, that the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in the Land Use Hearing Room, Town Hall, 454 College Highway on an application by the Carbon Finance Strategies LLC, for a Special Permit, Site Plan Review and approval of a Storm Water Management Permit for property located at 63 Congamond Road, zoned as Agricultural/Conservation (AC) and Industrial Restricted zone (IR). The property is shown on current Assessors Map 158, Parcel 001.
The Westfield Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing on October 17, 2017, at 7:00 PM, in City Council Chambers, Municipal Building, 59 Court Street, Westfield, MA on the application of Agawam Dogworks for a Special Permit and Site Plan Approval per Zoning Ord. Sec. 3110.3(4) & 6-10 to allow for a commercial dog kennel at 98 Southwick Rd., zoned Business A. The application is available for public inspection at the Planning Office and at:
The Applicant proposes to erect at the site is a 2.0 Megawatt solar array. The solar array is compromised of approximately eleven (11) acres of solar modules mounted on racks supported by steel piles that are driven into the ground. The proposed development is limited to a portion of the property which is zoned Industrial Restricted (IR). Large Ground Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Systems in accordance with the Code of Southwick Zoning Bylaws, Chapter 185, and Sections 9, 23.2 and 36.1.
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October 2, 10, 2017 TOWN OF SOUTHWICK PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 63 Congamond Road Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 11, that the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in the Land Use Hearing Room, Town Hall, 454 College Highway on an application by the Finance Strategies LLC, for a Special Permit, Site Plan Review and approval of a Storm Water Management Permit for property located at 63 Congamond Road, zoned as Agricultural/Conservation (AC) and Industrial Restricted zone (IR). The property is shown on current Assessors Map 162, Parcel 004. The Applicant proposes to erect at the site is a 2.0 Megawatt solar array. The solar array is compromised of approximately eleven (11) acres of solar modules mounted on racks supported by steel piles that are driven into the ground. The proposed development is limited to a portion of the property which is zoned Industrial Restricted (IR). Large Ground Mounted Solar Photovoltaic Systems in accordance with the Code of Southwick Zoning Bylaws, Chapter 185, and Sections 9, 23.2 and 36.1.
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PLUMBING & HEATING Sewer & Drain Cleaning 413-782-7322 No Job
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650 New Ludlow Rd. • South Hadley, MA 01075
Back Yard BOBCAT Service • Debris, shrub & thick brush removal • all types of home lanDscaping consiDereD • mulch, stone, fill anD loam
Mike Shaker
(413) 562-6502
Serving Westfield and surrounding communities
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THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME PET SITTING SERVICE Vacation care, over night sittings, daily dog walks. (413)667-3684
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Bernese Mountain Puppies Ready to go September 16. $1500. Call Kelly in Southwick 413-569-1420
Deadline: Thursday, 1 WEEK PRIOR to your Tag Sale! (not same week)
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TAG SALES TAG SALE to benefit The Westfield Homeless Cat Project WESTFIELD: 1124 East Mountain Rd. October 13/14/15 10-5 pm Anyone wishing to donate items drop off anytime. Volunteers welcome. For More Info call: Denise at 413 568 6964
floram@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com • PROFESSIONAL SERVICES • To Advertise call 413-562-4181 Ext. 118 APARTMENT CHIMNEY SWEEPS
A STEP ABOVE THE REST! JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE Repair your chimney before winter wreaks havoc. We do brick repair, crown seals and repairs. We also do stainless steel liner installs, as well as stainless rain caps. We sweep all flues. Free estimates provided. Call: 413-330-2186
HENTNICK CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. Insured. Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, (800)793-3706.
CLEANING A.R.A. Junk, Furniture & Appliance Removal Full house clean-outs. Basements, attics & garages. Demolition: Patios, sheds and swing-sets. You name it...we take it! Senior discounts. Free estimates on phone. Credit cards accepted. 7 days a week. Emergency, same day service. Call Pete 413-433-0356
FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING A RON JOHNSON's Floor Sanding, Installation, Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane. Free estimates. (413)569-3066.
FORESTRY JML FORESTRY Seasoned Firewood for Sale 1/2 to Full Cords Delivered 413-575-8900 Westfield
HAULING A DUMP TRUCK Attic, cellars garages cleaned out. Wood and brush removal. Handy-Man services plus painting. (413)569-0794 (413)374-5377 PHIL'S DUMP RUNS & DEMOLITION
ELECTRICIAN JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC Senior discount. No job too small! Insured, free estimates. 40 years experience. Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682. FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE 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. Call Jason, Master Electrician: 413-568-6293 POEHLMAN ELECTRIC All types of wiring. Free estimates. Insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. NOW DOING LIGHT FIXTURE REWIRING AND LAMP REPAIR. Gutter de-icing cables installed. All calls answered! Best prices, prompt service. Lic. #A-16886 (413)562-5816
JOSEPH'S HANDYMAN COMPANY Carpentry, remodeling, kitchen, baths, basements, drywall, tile, floors, suspended ceilings, restoration services, doors, windows, decks, stairs, interior/exterior painting, plumbing. Small jobs ok. All types of professional work done since 1985. Call Joe, (413)364-7038.
HOUSE PAINTING 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 !!
LETOURNEAU & SONS PAINTING ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!
Better Business Bureau A+ Removal of any items in cellars, attics, etc... Also brush removal and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages). Fully insured. Free estimates. (413)525-2892 (413)265-6380
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.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Call Bill for your FREE no obligation estimate (413) 977-9633 or (413) 562-5727
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DRYWALL T-BEST DRYWALL. Complete professional drywall at amateur prices. Our ceilings are tops! Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
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
Call Dave: 413-568-6440 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
LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE
LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE 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
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Hagger's Landscaping Services LLC All your landscaping needs, Residential & Commercial -------Lawn aeration & seeding, hedge trimming, brush removal. Fall clean-ups, curb-side leaf pick-up, lawn mowing. 5-step fertilizing. Snow plowing & ice management -------Hardscaping Patios, walkways, fire pits and retaining walls. Bobcat services also available. -------Call today for your FREE estimate!!! FULLY INSURED
A & J LANDSCAPING
(413) 626-6122 or visit: www.haggerscape.com _________________________
Fall Clean-ups Mowing, Trimming, Mulching Planting & Landscape Design Quality Work & Service Call Tony
LAWNMOWER REMOVALS
413-519-7001 Bobcat service also available For Bobcat service, call Mike @ 413-562-6502 Fall Clean-ups & Leaf pick-up
FREE Removal of Junk Riding Lawnmowers Will remove any junk riding lawnmowers and will buy lawnmowers in running condition. Call anytime: 860-216-8768
Rip out & removal of old shrubs & plantings Snow Plowing Residential / Commercial Fully insured 27 years experience
413-575-1016
Complete Home Renovations, Improvements, Repairs & Maintenance. Kitchens, Baths, Basements, Decks, Siding, Windows, Painting, Flooring and more.
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Rental Property Management, Turnovers and Repair Services. CSL Licensed, HIC Reg. Fully Insured - Free Estimates & References
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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
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
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Lawn care, yard clean-ups, skid steer work, side-walks, tree work. BEST PRICING! 860-818-1703
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)
STORAGE STORAGE Camper, Boat, Trailer outdoor storage yard. Year-round discounts. Safe and secure. Lockhouse Rd. Westfield, MA JML 413-575-8900
5 ROOM, 3 bedroom, completely renovated Westfield/Russell area, country setting. NEW stove, refrigerator and heating unit. Large yard, parking. $975 p/month. No pets please. Call today, won't last. Available October 1. (413)348-3431
WESTFIELD: 1 Bedroom, Kitchen & Bath; Utilities included. $700 p/month, no pets. 1st/Last/Security. 413-250-4811
WESTFIELD: 6 room, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2nd floor apartment. Newly renovated. New appliances. Available immediately. References Required. $1125.00 +utilities. No pets. Call 413-262-3398
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
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TRUCK SERVICE TOP TRUCK SERVICES CORP.
COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT
Family Owned Servicing Western Mass since 1998
54 MAINLINE DRIVE WESTFIELD, MA
Truck & Trailer Repair We repair Pick-ups, Vans, SUVs & Campers in addition to light, medium, and heavy duty diesel trucks.
5,000 sq.ft. 220/480 volts
NAPA Truck Service Budget Truck Rental Location 24-Hour Emergency Service Fleet Repair MA Inspection Station
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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 CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Cleaned Inside & Out! Including screens and storm windows. Fully insured. Free Estimates Call Paul NOW for your FALL appointment. 413-237-2053
Building Lots for Sale Westfield: 2 Building Lots; 0 Roosevelt Ave. Reduced to $68,500 per lot. Each lot is 0.32 acres, zoned up to a 2,200 sq. ft. home. Across from WHS. Lots are fully cleaned & stumped. All utilities are available. City sewer/water. Call: 413-568-2804 or 364-2459 or 885-3070
SERVICES A1 ODD JOBS/HANDYMAN Debris removal, landscaping, SPRING yard cleanup, interior and exterior painting, power washing, basic carpentry and plumbing. All types of repair work and more. (413)562-7462
PHIL'S DUMP RUNS & DEMOLITION Better Business Bureau A+ Removal of any items in cellars, attics, etc... Also brush removal and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages). Fully insured. Free estimates. (413)525-2892 (413)265-6380