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Vanessa Diana, a committee member of the fall Run Stanley fundraiser at Stanley Park, discusses logistics with Robert McKean, managing director, Stanley Park, on Monday morning.

Runners, walkers, canines sought to aid wildlife sanctuary

By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD-Vanessa Diana considers the Frank Stanley Beveridge Wildlife Sanctuary at Stanley Park a “mecca” for runners, walkers and hikers.

“The wildlife sanctuary is a hidden gem in the city,” said Diana, prior to running the trail on Monday morning. Diana and co-chair Alejandro Paredes are spearheading the fifth Run Stanley 5K cross-country run/ walk which raises funds for repairs and maintenance to the trail system.

The first Run Stanley in 2012 raised funds to replace a bridge along the River Trail that was washed away in a winter storm, and subsequent Run Stanley fundraisers have helped purchase materials for a second bridge and improved directional signage in the sanctuary which ensures the trail will be easier to navigate.

“We will file a notice of intent with the Westfield Conservation Commission for its second meeting in September to build a second bridge in a swampy area of the sanc-

Karin George of Florence and her wire-haired Pointing Griffon “Hudson” are followed by Manny Sardinha of Westfield and his Portugese Water Dog “Hunter” during a Run Stanley fundraiser.

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tuary,” said Robert McKean, managing director, Stanley Park.

Run Stanley is slated Oct. 15, rain or shine, with registration and bib pick up from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in the vicinity of the children’s pavilion.

Hot drinks and doughnuts will be provided by Dunkin Donuts of Westfield, one of the event’s major sponsors. A “finish line party” will also be observed in the area adjacent to the children’s pavilion. Water will be available at the finish area and at the halfway point along the course.

“For first timers it is a chance to discover the wildlife sanctuary trails which are beautiful,” said Diana, noting that volunteers will be strategically located along the course to ensure no one becomes lost.

“For those who know the course, returning to participate is a chance to have fun with friends, neighbors, and the community,” she added.

Run Stanley encompasses several options for participants, including a Munchkin Run for kids up to age 13.

The fun run starts at 10:30 a.m. and includes a 3/4 mile course around the park’s athletic fields, starting and finishing at the “Finish Line” near the children’s pavilion. The Munchkin Run is not timed.

“There is a special offer to the first 100 Munchkin Run registrants,” said Diana, noting that by entering coupon code DD2017 on the registration form, Dunkin Donuts will pay $10 toward the $18 fee. Participants will receive a Run Stanley race shirt if registered by Sept. 16.

Also unique to the Run Stanley event is its K9 5K walk/run category with a start time of 11 a.m. K9 participants will start before the general 5K and each registered dog will receive a Run Stanley race bandanna and bib number. The K9 owner will receive a Run Stanley shirt. A prize will be awarded to the first finisher in the canine category.

The 5K Trail Run/Walk will start at 11:15 a.m. and the course will take participants over the new bridge.

Terrain includes grass, gravel, single-track trail, wood and plastic See Sanctuary, Page 3

A 69-year-old man had a medical emergency while waterskiing on Sunday afternoon. (WNG File Photo)

By GREG FITZPATRICK Correspondent SOUTHWICK – About 3:10 p.m. Sunday afternoon, a 69-year-old man from Westfield had a medical emergency while water skiing on Congamond Lake.

As people on scene began to perform CPR, Southwick Police arrived and provided medical attention, along with Southwick Fire, Westfield ALS (Advanced Life Support), and the Environmental Police.

According to Katie Gronendyke, Press Secretary for the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, the man was transported to Baystate Medical Center and as of Sunday evening the person was in stable condition.

Water treatment facility public hearing announced

By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—The city’s planning board is expected to hold a public hearing related to the construction of the new water treatment facility during their upcoming meeting on Sept. 5.

The water treatment facility is tentatively slated to be put on Owen District Road, which is located in airport and water resource districts within Westfield, and will be used to help filter out perfluorinated compounds (PFCs). According to Westfield city planner Jay Vinskey, the hearing is for a special permit and stormwater management permit, which are due to ground disturbances expected from possible construction and alteration of more than 40,000 square feet of land within the aforementioned districts.

“Whether you’re building a water treatment facility or a shopping center this triggers the special permit thresholds,” Vinskey said of the project. “I don’t expect this to be anything controversial but it does technically require planning board review.”

According to Vinskey, the public hearing is related to the land use aspect of the project and not for the water filtration system itself.

“It’s not so much an information session for the project,” he said.

The project, if eventually approved, is expected to be built near wells seven and eight near the East Mountain Country Club. The facility will utilize granular-activated carbon (GAC) to filter drinking water of PFCs that were found in the city’s groundwater at wells seven and eight previously.

According to a cover letter from CDM Smith attached to the pending application for the project on the city’s planning department website, the project could potentially “alter approximately 58,000 square feet of land area.”

The two wells were taken offline in January 2016 due to the levels of PFCs found in the water being greater than the Environmental Protection Agency’s lifetime health advisory limit of 70 parts per trillion.

According to Heather Miller, water systems engineer for the city, the planning board hearing is another step in the process for the water treatment facility to be constructed.

Miller said previous actions, among others for the project, have included special permit and site plan approval with Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisory Committee (BAPAC), a public hearing with the Westfield Conservation Commission and received a letter not anticipating an impact on endangered species in the area due to the project from the Massachusetts National Heritage and Endangered Species Program.

Miller said that there are steps still needed to be gone through after the hearing, including the “bidding and procurement” processes before construction can begin, as well as Federal Aviation Administration requirements.

A previous timetable of the project beginning construction was originally for the end of this construction season.

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By AMY PORTER Correspondent HUNTINGTON – The Southern Hilltowns Adult Education Center (SHAEC) recently announced its fall classes, which are free to hilltown residents. While many of the courses are taught in the SHAEC classroom in Room 152 in the Gateway Regional School High School Complex on 12 Littleville Road in Huntington, other classes are taught in community senior centers and other venues throughout the hilltowns.

Although designed for Hilltown residents, most classes are open to everyone unless otherwise noted.

Coming up this Friday, Sept. 1, “Canine Nutrition” will be offered at the Gateway classroom, Room 162.

The class, which will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and still has space available, is an abbreviated version of the 8 hour program taught by Jim Jim Helems of Helems of Adventure Adventure Dogs Sports Dogs Sports Camp in Camp in Huntington Huntington. Helems has will teach Canine over 22 years of emer- Nutrition. (Submitted gency medical experi- photo) ence with the USAF and over 10 years working with dogs. This combined experience gives him unique qualifications in teaching pet owners how to care for their pets.

The Canine Nutrition class will consider the best foods for your dog; which people foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. It will also take a quick look at the pet food industry, and teach how to read and decipher a pet food label. The class will also offer tips on how to improve your dog’s diet, and how to determine if your dog is overweight.

Other upcoming classes Helems will teach this fall include “Canine & Feline First Aid” on Friday, Sept. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and “Canine Herbal Care” on Friday, Sept. 29, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

All classes are free, except for a $15 charge for the Canine Herbal Care class, which will cover materials for three take-home herbal remedies created in class.

SHAEC, which is a program of the UMASS Labor/Management Workplace Education Program, also offers HiSet/GED and computer classes through a grant from the Community Development Block Grant program.

Starting next week is a six week HiSet/GED Math class on Thursday evenings, Sept. 7 to Oct. 12 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m in the SHAEC classroom. The class, which is limited to hilltown residents only by its CDBG grant, will help students of all mathematical abilities to prepare for the GED/ HiSet High School Equivalency Test.

Taught by math teacher Lenny Lapon, the class is individualized to each student. Preregistration is required by calling 413-685-1052, or emailing Southernhilltownsaec@gmail.com.

Another new class being offered this year is “How to Start a Bed & Breakfast,” taught by Denise LeDuc, owner of Seven Hearths Bed & Breakfast in Chesterfield, founded in 1990. The class is in direct response to the recent Economic

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Westfield Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Applications Available Applications are now available for those who are eligible for Westfield’s Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program. The program is limited to one $500 work-off per household.

Applicants must be the property owner of record or spouse, a resident of Westfield, 60 years of age or older, and willing to work approximately two hours per week from October through June.

Volunteer opportunities include working in the public schools as greeters, library assistants, or reading tutors; clerical work within the offices of various City departments; and staff assistance at the Animal Shelter. Placement at a particular site will be determined by matching the skills, talents, and interests of the applicant with the requests of the various City departments.

Income guidelines are $36,180 for a single household and $48,720 for a couple, including Social Security income. Completed applications, along with all required documentation, must be submitted in person to Tina Gorman by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2017. No applications will be accepted after that date. The selection of participants will be by lottery and priority will be given to those who have not yet participated in the program. If you would like an application packet or additional information, please contact the Council On Aging at 562-6435.

Pastor Dwight David Riley who has been serving as the Intentional Interim Pastor since February 2016, will be installed on September 10 as the permanent Pastor at St John’s Lutheran Church. All are welcome to join us as we celebrate the installation of our new shepherd at 4pm on September 10. For more info or to RSVP, please call the church at 413568-1417 or email: churchsecretary@stJohnswestfield.org. Pictured left to right are Vicki Riley, Pr David Riley, Shannon Riley

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The object was located about 10 feet (3 meters) offshore at low tide. It has puzzled beachgoers since it was discovered earlier this month. It has eight stainless steel legs and is capped with concrete.

Plans to uproot the object were recently canceled due to deteriorating conditions on the beach.

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n August 30, 1997, Americans received word of the car crash in Paris that claimed the lives of Princess Diana, her boyfriend, Dodi Fayed, and their driver, Henri Paul. (Because of the time difference, it was August 31 where the crash occurred.)

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In 1861, Union Gen. John C. Fremont instituted martial law in Missouri and declared slaves there to be free.

(However, Fremont’s emancipation order was countermanded by President Abraham Lincoln).

In 1862, Confederate forces won victories against the Union at the Second Battle of Bull Run in Manassas, Virginia, and the Battle of Richmond in Kentucky.

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In 1984, the space shuttle Discovery was launched on its inaugural flight.

In 1986, Soviet authorities arrested Nicholas Daniloff, a correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, as a spy a week after American officials arrested Gennadiy Zakharov, a Soviet employee of the United Nations, on espionage charges in New York. (Both men were later released.)

In 1989, a federal jury in New York found “hotel queen” Leona Helmsley guilty of income tax evasion, but acquitted her of extortion. (Helmsley ended up serving 18 months behind bars, a month at a halfway house and two months under house arrest.)

In 1905, Ty Cobb made his major-league debut as a player for the Detroit Tigers, hitting a double in his first atbat in a game against the New York Highlanders. (The Tigers won, 5-3.)

In 1991, Azerbaijan declared its independence, joining the stampede of republics seeking to secede from the Soviet Union.

In 1945, U.S. Gen. Douglas MacArthur arrived in Japan to set up Allied occupation headquarters.

In a serious breach of nuclear security, a B-52 bomber mistakenly armed with six nuclear-tipped cruise missiles took off from Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota and flew to Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana; the Air Force later punished 70 people. Taliban militants in Afghanistan released the last seven of its South Korean hostages.

In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, which was intended to promote private development of nuclear energy.

In 1963, the “Hot Line” communications link between Washington and Moscow went into operation.

In 1967, the Senate confirmed the appointment of Thurgood Marshall as the first black justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.

In 1983, Guion S. Bluford Jr. became the first black American astronaut to travel in space as he blasted off aboard the Challenger.

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FIVE YEARS AGO: Mitt Romney launched his fall campaign for the White House with a rousing, personal speech to the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, proclaiming that America needs “jobs, lots of jobs.” Earlier in the evening, actor-director Clint Eastwood offered an endorsement of Romney that entailed using an empty chair to represent President Barack Obama. The U.S. Justice Department announced it had ended its investigation into CIA interrogations of terrorist detainees without bringing criminal

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charges. Twin satellites were launched by NASA on a quest to explore Earth’s treacherous radiation belts and protect the planet from solar outbursts.

ONE YEAR AGO: Republican U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio and Democratic U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy each easily won their Florida Senate primaries; Rubio won the election the following November. U.S. Sen. John McCain beat back an Arizona primary challenge from a Republican tea party activist, Kelli Ward, to win the right to seek a sixth Senate term in November (McCain went on to defeat Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick and Green Party candidate Gary Swing). The European Union ordered Apple to pay nearly $15 billion in back taxes to Ireland, plus billions more in interest (both Apple and Ireland are fighting the ruling).

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Actor Bill Daily is 90. Actress Elizabeth Ashley is 78.

Actor Ben Jones is 76. Cartoonist R. Crumb is 74.

Olympic gold medal skier Jean-Claude Killy is 74.

Actress Peggy Lipton is 71. Comedian Lewis Black is 69.

Actor Timothy Bottoms is 66. Actor David Paymer is 63.

Jazz musician Gerald Albright is 60. Actor Michael Chiklis is 54. Music producer Robert Clivilles is 53.

Actress Michael Michele is 51. Country musician Geoff Firebaugh is 49. Country singer Sherrie Austin is 46.

Rock singer-musician Lars Frederiksen (Rancid) is 46.

Actress Cameron Diaz is 45. Rock musician Leon Caffrey (Space) is 44. TV personality Lisa Ling is 44.

Rock singer-musician Aaron Barrett (Reel Big Fish) is 43. Actor Raul Castillo is 40. Actor Michael Gladis is 40.

Rock musician Matt Taul (Tantric; Days of the New) is 39. Tennis player Andy Roddick is 35. Singer Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive) is 32. Rock musician Ryan Ross is 31. Actress Johanna Braddy is 30. Actor Cameron Finley is 30.

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Continued from Page 1 bridges and a few feet of asphalt. The course is “mildly technical,” with roots and rocks to negotiate, one steep decline in the first quarter mile, and short climbs in the final one-third mile. Due to these navigational spots, strollers are not recommended and participants are advised to use caution.

After the race, winners will be announced in several categories, ranging from “overall” and “team,” to “K9.”

Additionally, age-group winners will be feted and a “13 and under” category has been established. A Stanley Cup School Spirit contest is also featured and will be awarded to the school with the most participants at Run Stanley (5K and/or Munchkin Run).

Winners will receive awards donated by local businesses and supporters of Stanley Park.

Before, during and after the race, participants and their guests will also be treated to music provided by Westfield State University’s WSKB Community Radio 89.5.

Registration fees for students (K-12 and college) participating in the 5K walk or run is $18 and the cost for adults is $33. A race shirt is guaranteed to those registered

by Sept. 16; remaining shirts will be given out as available.

The cost for the K9 category is $38 which includes one dog and its owner. The fee includes a bandanna for the dog and race shirt for the owner if registered by Sept.

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Also unique to this event is a “vendor village,” including a health and wellness section, K9 vendors, and children’s activities. Local businesses, service providers and organizations are welcome to share information with and offer promotional coupons to runners, walkers and their families, however, sales are not permitted. At press time, Fast Feet of Westfield, the YMCA of Greater Westfield, Cornerstone Kids Dentistry of Agawam, Westfield State University and IQ Ink & Dynamic Embroidery of Chicopee have signed up as sponsors and/or vendors.

Also, Phyllisa Phillips of G.I.L.T.E. Bakery Service in Westfield will also be donating cupcakes and snack mixes to participants.

“We have also just received a sponsorship of $25,000 from a friend of Stanley Park of Westfield,” said Gina Delmastro of the Development Department.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities ($100 to $1,000), as well as to register or volunteer for the event, visit www.runstanley. com, or contact Hillary McEwan or Delmastro in the Development Department, (413) 568-9312.

Run Stanley committee members working with Diana, Paredes, McEwan and Delmastro include Janet Garcia and Carolyn Stocker, along with a host of volunteers.

“Volunteers are still needed to help set up and break down the event, work registration and the Munchkin Run, and to cheer on participants,” said Diana, adding that Westfield State University students and the city’s high school students also work together in a variety of volunteer roles.

“It’s a good partnership,” she said. “Stanley Park is an integral part of students’ lives.”

Diana also acknowledged the participation of the Empire One Running Club that hosts Monday night cross-country races from May through September at Stanley Park.

“Empire One members will provide the timing for the race,” said Diana, noting their support is a thank-you gesture for using the “beautiful setting” for their Monday night three-mile runs.

“Not everyone explores the sanctuary when they visit the park,” said Diana. “Visitors don’t know how beautiful it is here. This hidden treasure is a mecca for runners and hikers.”

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Hilltown Classes Development Plan for the hilltowns, created by Elan Planning and Design and funded by the Hilltown Collaborative Community Compact grant, which noted a need for more lodging choices in the area.

LeDuc will cover the pros and cons of running a B&B, Massachusetts laws on having a home B&B vs. an establishment, networking, advertising and food prep/ ServSafe. The class, also being held in the SHAEC classroom at Gateway, takes

HiSet math teacher Lenny Lapon. (Submitted photo)

Continued from Page 1 place on Wednesday, September 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SHAEC partner, the Western Mass Hilltown Hikers will lead four group hikes in the hilltowns this fall, beginning with a guided tour of the Keystone Arch Trail on Sunday, Sept. 17, with a meetup at 10 a.m. at the Chester Rail Station. The hike will be narrated by Dave Pierce of the Chester Foundation.

Upcoming hikes include Littleville Lake on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 10:20 a.m.; Noble View in Russell on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 10:30 a.m. and the Chesterfield Gorge on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. For more information, email westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com.

SHAEC Program Director Michele Kenney said many of the classes are made possible through volunteers and the Friends of SHAEC, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that supports the work and outreach of SHAEC. “My amazing classes are

because of the wonderful people in the community,” said Kenney.

Friends of SHAEC will be holding “Drink and Paint!,” two painting fundraisers at the Chester Common Table on October 22 and December 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. to support the work of SHAEC. Participants will be led through painting a beautiful fall harvest of pumpkins in Oct. and poinsettias in Dec., while enjoying the camaraderie of drinks and friends.

All materials are supplied, and a cash bar is available.

The cost is $35 ($30 for seniors, veterans and the military). Call 413-6851052 to register for the fundraiser, or for more information on classes, or email Southernhilltownsaec@ gmail.com.

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Ward 6 Office Hours Announced Ward 6 City Councilor Bill Onyski and City Council President Brent B. Bean II will hold neighborhood office hours on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 @ 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport, 110-115 Airport Road.

City residents are invited to attend the neighborhood office hours to meet with Brent directly and share their concerns and ideas. The sessions are open to all Westfield residents, no advance appointments are required.

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Southwick High School class of 1977 reunion Seven Hearths Bed & Breakfast owner Denise LeDuc will teach “How to Start a Bed and Breakfast.” (Submitted photo)

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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Meteorologists gave early warning of Harvey’s killer floods

By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Although some officials may say that Hurricane Harvey was worse than expected, the National Hurricane Center was warning about catastrophic flooding about 30 hours before the first rain drops fell.

"This is probably the best forecast slow moving disaster flood event," said meteorologist Ryan Maue with the private WeatherBell Analytics. "I don't know how we could have done any better."

Here's a timeline of warnings from the National Hurricane Center: — The first notice was a bulletin issued by the National Hurricane Center at 10 a.m. CDT Wednesday, Aug. 23, posting hurricane and storm watches for the Texas coast. That alert stated "Rainfall from Harvey could cause life-threatening flooding," forecasting 10 to 15 inches of rain with isolated amounts of 20 inches "over the middle and upper Texas coast and southwest Louisiana through next Tuesday."

— Harvey is upgraded from a tropical depression to a tropical storm at 11 p.m. CDT Wednesday.

—The hurricane center increased the maximum rainfall it mentioned to 25 inches its 4 a.m. CDT Thursday advisory.

— At 10 am CDT Thursday, the hurricane center forecast that Harvey would be a major hurricane with 115 mph winds when it approaches the middle Texas coast, warning in capital letters: "LIFE-THREATENING STORM SURGE AND FRESHWATER FLOODING EXPECTED." The rainfall forecast was increased to 12 to 20 inches of rain with isolated spots getting 30 inches through Wednesday.

—At noon CDT Thursday, Harvey was upgraded to a hurricane.

—At 1 p.m. CDT Thursday, the hurricane center's advisories became more urgent and pleading: "HARVEY RAPIDLY INTENSIFYING. PREPARATIONS ALONG THE MIDDLE TEXAS COAST SHOULD BE RUSHED TO COMPLETION TODAY." The center forecast said Harvey would reach winds of 125 mph.

—At 4 p.m. CDT Thursday, the hurricane center started warning of "life-threatening and devastating flooding." The rainfall forecast was increased to 15 to 25 inches with some spots hitting 35 inches.

—At 7 a.m. CDT Friday, the hurricane center's advisory told people to rush their preparations to complete them by the morning as conditions would deteriorate through the day.

—At 10 a.m. CDT Friday, Harvey's outer rain bands started swiping the coast and the hurricane center started warning of "catastrophic flooding expected across portions of southern and southeastern Texas."

—Tropical storm force winds reached Corpus Christi by noon CDT Friday.

— At 1 p.m. CDT Friday, the hurricane center warned that water levels were rising along the Texas coast.

—Harvey became a major hurricane, a category 3 storm with 120 mph winds, at 2 pm CDT Friday.

— The hurricane center upped its rainfall predictions to 15 to 30 inches with isolated spots hitting 40 inches in its 4 p.m. CDT update, repeatedly warning of "catastrophic flooding."

—Harvey intensified to a Category 4 hurricane at 6 p.m.

CDT Friday, with 130 mph winds. And the first hurricane-force winds were reaching land.

— Harvey made landfall at 10 p.m. CDT Friday as a Category 4 storm with winds of 130 mph, coming ashore between Port Aransas and Port O'Connor, Texas. Again, the hurricane center reminded people that "catastrophic flooding" was expected.

—All day Saturday, the hurricane center repeated warnings about catastrophic flooding and forecasting rain hitting 40 inches in spots. However at 4 p.m. CDT, the center lowered the general rainfall forecast to 15 to 25 inches with spots reaching 40 inches.

—The Hurricane Center increased its upper forecast for rain at 10 a.m. CDT Sunday, saying that some spots around Houston and Galveston could hit around 50 inches.

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Trump to promote ‘vision’ for job creation via tax overhaul

By CATHERINE LUCEY and JOSH BOAK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will kick off his lobbying effort for a tax overhaul at an event with a Midwestern manufacturing backdrop and some economic tough talk.

The one thing missing? A detailed proposal.

Instead, in Springfield, Missouri, Wednesday, Trump will give remarks that the White House said will focus on his "vision" for spurring job creation and economic growth by cutting rates and revising the tax code. Details will come later, officials said, when lawmakers work them out.

After a year with no major legislative wins, the stakes are high for the White House and GOP leaders, who face mounting pressure to get points on the board before next year's midterm elections. Complicating matters, the tax push comes amid an intense September workload that requires Congress to act by month's end to fund the government and raise the debt limit, as well as pass emergency spending for the Harvey disaster.

After failing to deliver on seven years of promises to repeal and replace Obamacare, many Republicans believe they must produce on taxes or face a reckoning in next year's congressional midterm elections. If they don't have something to show for full control of Congress and the White House, voters could try to take it all away, beginning with the GOP's House majority.

On Twitter Sunday, Trump previewed his trip, stressing the politics. Calling Missouri a "wonderful state," he said the state's Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill — up for re-election next year — is "opposed to big tax cuts" and said a "Republican will win" the state.

Trump is kicking the effort off in Springfield, considered the birthplace of the historic Route 66 highway, known as "America's Main Street." Emphasizing domestic jobs, he's appearing at the Loren Cook Company, which manufactures fans, gravity vents, laboratory exhaust systems and energy recovery ventilators.

A key challenge is to frame a tax plan that could include cuts for corporations and top earners as a boon for the middle class. Officials suggested Trump would argue that cutting business taxes will benefit American companies and workers. The remarks were drafted by Trump policy adviser Stephen Miller with the speechwriting team, under Trump's guidance, the White House said.

Trump will be joined by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, Gary Cohn, director of the National Economic Council, and Small Business

In this Wednesday, May 3, 2017, file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington.

Trump wants to close a frustrating 2017 with the first overhaul of the tax code in more than three decades. Yet after seven months of work, Trump’s plan remains little more than a rough sketch. Despite the haziness of the blueprint, administration officials have held to their pledges that lowering tax rates would spur the creation of millions of jobs and faster economic growth. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File) Administrator Linda McMahon, said the White House. Also expected are Missouri elected officials, including Sen. Roy Blunt and Gov. Eric Greitens, as well as local business owners.

Trump is expected to continue his sales pitch and Republicans are hoping the president commits in a way he never did for health care.

"If you're a Republican, you have to be encouraged by the president's recent focus on tax reform," said Brian McGuire, former chief of staff to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. "Not only does presidential leadership make the chances of success here far more likely, it could also very well be the difference between Donald Trump presiding over a jobs boom and Nancy Pelosi presiding over an impeachment trial."

But in order to clear their other priorities and focus to rewriting the tax code, Congress will need a steady partner in the White House, something that's been sorely lacking from Trump thus far. If the president chooses to renew fights with key lawmakers like McConnell or double down on contentious issues like funding his border wall, which he's already threatened to shut down the government to achieve, that could only hurt chances of reaching success on taxes.

"He's a liability," said Republican consultant Rick Tyler. "He proved that in the whole health care repeal and replace. He just can't stay focused on one thing."

The Trump administration released a one-page set of goals in April, followed by a joint statement in July with congressional leaders. In an interview with

the Financial Times last week, Cohn said the White House and GOP leaders have agreed on a "good skeleton" for a tax overhaul, and said the House tax-writing committee would be drafting legislation while the White House tries to sell the plan.

Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan touted tax reform efforts during an appearance in suburban Seattle last week. He pledged to simplify the code, calling it "the worst, the least competitive tax system in the industrialized world."

White House officials declined to discuss details Tuesday. Trump has promised the largest tax cut ever, saying he'd like to see the corporate tax rate drop from a top tax rate of 35 percent to a top rate of 15 percent. But it's not clear if it will end up being that low in the plan. It is also not clear what kind of break a typical taxpayer will see.

Cohn told the Financial Times a bill could be passed in the House and Senate by year's end, pushing back the administration's timetable for a bill to reach the president's desk. The White House had said previously that it expected final passage in November.

Cohn said that if Democrats are not interested in working together, they will pursue legislation using a maneuver that only requires Republican votes.

Democrats have already gone on the attack. Democratic House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said on Twitter recently that House Speaker Paul Ryan's "tax plan is not reform — it's a tax cut for billionaires."

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Gov’t report: 28.1M in US lack health coverage WASHINGTON (AP) — The government says about 500,000 fewer Americans had no health insurance the first three months of this year, but that slight dip was not statistically significant from the same period in 2016.

Progress reducing the number of uninsured appears to have stalled in the last couple of years, and a separate private survey that measured through the first half of 2017 even registered an uptick.

Tuesday's report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found 28.1 million uninsured from January-March, or 8.8 percent of the population. That compares to 48.6 million people — or 16 percent of Americans — when the Affordable Care Act passed in 2010 under former President Barack Obama.

With Republicans still talking of repealing "Obamacare," it's unclear if insurance gains will be maintained or reversed.

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Massachusetts police warned about patronizing adult clubs SPRINGFIELD (AP) — A Massachusetts police department has warned its officers about the "negative public perception" of patronizing the city's adult entertainment clubs following a brawl between several off-duty officers and a known gang member.

Masslive.com reports in a story Tuesday that no one was arrested following the brief melee in the Mardi Gras Gentleman's Club in Springfield last December that involved an off-duty officer exchanging punches with another man.

The gang member and his associates were thrown out of the bar, and the officers called in a report about the fight.

A lawyer for the club says the city did not punish the bar in any way.

After an internal investigation, the officers were retrained in proper notification procedures and warned about public perception of police frequenting strip clubs.

Many ferries to Block Island canceled due to poor conditions NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. (AP) — Many ferries to Block Island have been canceled due to a storm that's causing poor conditions.

The Block Island Ferry says high speed ferries connecting the island with Newport and Fall River, Massachusetts, have been canceled on Wednesday. Morning high-speed ferries to Point Judith have also been canceled, and they have not yet decided on afternoon high-speed ferries.

A tour of the Block Island wind farm has also been canceled.

The Block Island Ferry says traditional ferries to Point Judith are expected to be running on schedule.

Two morning runs on the Block Island Express between New London, Connecticut, and the island have also been canceled.

Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017 8:55 a.m.: Vandalism, motor vehicle, Sunflower Lane.

Police received a report of a window that was “smashed out” sometime overnight on a vehicle.

9:19 a.m.: Accident, Franklin Street. Police received a report of a garbage truck that had reportedly struck a street light while emptying a barrel.

10:42 a.m.: Vandalism, walk-in. A walk-in party reported that their vehicle was allegedly keyed on School Street.

12:02 p.m.: Larceny, walk-in. Police received a report of a mountain bicycle that was allegedly stolen from a basement on Jefferson Street.

3:38 p.m.: Officer wanted, Western Avenue. Police received a report of a mailbox that was reportedly left on a property from a vehicle and a registration number of the vehicle was reportedly given to police. Police provided no further information.

7:23 p.m.: Missing person, walk-in. According to the log, police received a report that a foster child reportedly went missing. Police later received a call from Springfield Police that the youth was located and in their custody.

10:30 p.m.: Larceny, walk-in. Police received a report of an alleged larceny of a television. According to police, the television was reportedly ordered and allegedly stolen before the item was received by the person who ordered it.

Court Logs Westfield District Court Aug. 22, 2017 MaryBeth Steele, 38, of 200 Lambert Ter., Chicopee, had a charge of larceny under $250 by a single scheme dismissed nolle prosequi, a charge of larceny of credit card admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding until Aug. 22, 2018 and fines, and a charge of improper use under $250 credit card a charge of larceny of credit card admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding until Aug. 22, 2018, charges originally brought by Westfield Police.

Shawn C. Miller, 31, of 1429 Main St., Marshfield, received a sentence of probation for one year and fines after pleading guilty to negligent operation of motor vehicle, and a charge of operating under influence of liquor was dismissed nolle prosequi, brought by Westfield Police.

Jennifer N. Torrell, 42, of 1233 Calkins St., Palmer, was found not guilty of charges of operating under the influence of liquor and negligent operation of motor vehicle by jury trial, charges originally brought by Southwick Police.

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From the Desk of Westfield Superintendent Czaporowski behaviors.

If you are wonderLastly, we are making “Where did the ing a commitment to summer go,” I too provide our students find it hard to believe with essential skills for that school starts college and career suctomorrow. I am happy cess. The district will to report that our introduce Naviance, a schools are ready to web based college and open, and I’d like to career program, for thank our principals, students in grades 6-12 assistant principals, and their parents this maintenance staff, STEFAN 81 Springfield Road (Rt. 20) administrative assis- CZAPOROWSKI year. Naviance provides Westfield, MA D (413) 568-3388 students with a variety tants, and everyone else who has helped us to be ready for of features, including college our first day. I would also like to research and matching tools, thank Mayor Sullivan, the School course planning, career assessHome Garden Committee, and the City Council ment, and surveys to help students for their ongoing support of the connect what they are doing in Westfield Public Schools. Without school to what they would like to their support, the many and new do once they complete their eduinitiatives that we are working on cation. Naviance is also a benefiwould not be possible. Our dis- cial tool for our guidance counselSpruce Pointe trict has a very busy year ahead of ors in tracking the progress of us. Students in grades 1-12 will individual students and in promotper start on August 31, while the first ing collaboration with students ton day of school for Kindergarten and families. In addition, we are and Fort Meadow Early expanding opportunities for stuLa Crete Childhood Center is September 7. dents to participate in dual enrollper In 2017-2018, our major areas ment coursework at local colleges ton Delivery Available of focus will be transitioning the and universities and in job shadelementary schools to a K-4 struc- owing, internships, work studies, These are some of the hottest, cleanest pellets on ture, adding an intermediate and mentoring services at local the market. Buy now for the cheapest prices of the school for students in grades 5-6, businesses. season. Buy now & Kelly’s will offer FREE storage of Finally, as we approach the and establishing a grade 7-8 midyour pellets. Pick them up as you need them! dle school. In the next few weeks, opening of school, know that we will establish a transition com- Westfield Public Schools does not Available in Nut, Pre-SeaSon Sale! mittee who will develop a plan for tolerate hateful words or actions in Pea, Rice and $ 00 this important work that promotes our classrooms, schools, or on our per ton Stove Sizes. equal opportunities for all stu- grounds. Our children watch how dents and maintains a system of we react in these situations. Let’s ongoing communication to all send the right message. If you see Husqvarna Snowblower stakeholders throughout the pro- this type of behavior, please report Husqvarna ST227P cess. There will be many subcom- it. There is no place for it in our 8.5 Hp / 27 Inch mittees: transportation, special schools. Thank you for your supIncludes power steering and heated handles.

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Greater Westfield & Western Hampden County Medical Reserve Corps Along those lines, we are piloting an alternative secondary A 501(C)3 Non-Profit Disaster Organization school that will be known as the will conduct a Basic EMT coursE in Downtown Westfield Westfield Alternative Learning Center. This program aims to meet the needs of some of our atRegistration is now open for EMT Training that will be taught at the Westfield Episcopal risk students and to decrease stuChurch of the Atonement in downtown Westfield (36 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085) dent drop outs in our district.

Social and emotional learning Program dates are September 5 to December 12, 2017. The pre-registration deadline will be enhanced with the incoris September 5. Class will be held Tuesday and Friday evenings from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. poration of Botvin Life Skills into our health classes for students in and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Grand Hall located on the lower level of grades 3-10. This research and 36 Court Street, Westfield, MA (entrance from the rear parking lot) evidenced-based program was chosen on the recommendation of Mission Statement the City’s Drug Task Force.

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Strip Steak Diane Nutrition information per serving: 504 calories; 243 calories from fat; 27 g fat (10 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 150 mg cholesterol; 447 mg sodium; 8 g carbohydrate; 1 g fiber; 3 g sugar; 47 g protein.

By KATIE WORKMAN Associated Press I have been thinking about steak recipes with pedigree and history, such Steak au Poivre, Steak with Sauce Bordelaise and Steak Florentine, and the words Steak Diane popped into my brain. I had no idea what it even was. So I looked it up, finding a bunch of versions in my ever-growing collection of classic old cookbooks.

There was nothing about the recipes that wouldn't appeal today, even though Steak Diane has fallen off the popular-steak radar.

The sauce contains one or more types of wine and/or booze (I saw everything from Madeira to Marsala to sherry to cognac and brandy to regular red wine) and some spices.

Most Steak Diane recipes contained Worcestershire sauce as well, which I am rediscovering as one of my go-to ingredients as the weather gets cooler. Also, some member of the onion family (I picked shallots) and some herbs, usually simple greens like parsley or chives.

The origin of the name is unclear (it's possibly linked to Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt). Traditionally, the cut of beef used for Steak Diane is very thin (often pounded to be so). I'll try that some time, but I wanted to see how to pull these flavors onto a big, fat, juicy steak, and I picked a couple of nice, 1-inch-thick strip steaks as my canvas.

During the height of its popularity, Steak Diane was often flambéed tableside when served at fancy restaurants. I love to wow my family, but I think they all agree that having me flambe anything tableside is probably not a great idea.

Serve it with roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, or maybe potato gratin if you want to go all in, or all out as the case may be.

Hey, if there is ever a moment to go allsomewhere it's when you're serving up some serious steak. Creamed spinach as another side? Or maybe just sautéed green beans with a bit of garlic — we can show a tiny bit of restraint.

Double this recipe as you wish.

STRIP STEAK DIANE Serves 2 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 6-ounce 1-inch-thick strip steaks Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup chopped shallots 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons red wine 2 tablespoons brandy or cognac 1 or 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Season the steaks generously with salt and pepper. Heat a large, heavy skillet (such as cast iron) over medium-high heat and add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the steaks, and sear for about 4 minutes on each side, until nicely browned on the outside and cooked to your liking, about 125 degrees Fahrenheit internal temperature for rare, 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and tent them with foil. Pour off any remaining fat from the skillet, but do not clean the skillet.

Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium-low heat. Sauté the shallots for 4 minutes, until golden brown and tender. Add the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, red wine and cognac (be careful, the liquor can ignite) and stir, scraping up any little browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the sauce to reduce a bit, just one minute, then taste and season as needed. Stir in the parsley.

Slice the steaks and transfer them to a serving plate, or serve each steak on an individual plate with the desired side dishes.

Drizzle the sauce over the steak and serve.

——— Katie Workman has written two cookbooks focused on easy, family-friendly cooking, "Dinner Solved!" and "The Mom 100 Cookbook." She blogs at http://www.themom100.com/about-katie-workman. She can be reached at Katie@themom100.com.

This December 2016 photo shows a strip steak Diane in New York. This dish is from a recipe

by Katie Workman. (Laura Agra via AP)

French Onion Soup Burgers are perfect entree for Labor Day Nutrition information per serving: 628 calories; 307 calories from fat; 34 g fat (11 g saturated; 1 g trans fats); 100 mg cholesterol; 665 mg sodium; 42 g carbohydrates; 2 g fiber; 4 g sugar; 36 g protein.

By SARA MOULTON Associated Press If you’re a fan of traditional French onion soup — and who isn’t? — you’re going to love this burger. It’s kitted out with all of the ingredients that make the soup such a treasure — tender, browned onions, beef broth, red wine, Gruyere cheese and French bread — and finally lathered up with mustard mayo. Rich and full of flavor, this burger is the perfect entree for a Labor Day bash.

Prepping it, however, does require a bit of care. The onions need to be cooked low and slow so that they’ll soften and brown properly. (You can, however, cook them a full day ahead, then cover and chill them until the moment of truth.)

Likewise, you want to keep a strict eye on the burgers as they cook. Overdo it and they’ll end up dry.

You’re welcome to buy whatever kind of burger strikes your fancy, but please resist the siren call of prepackaged quarter-pounders. They’re too thin for this recipe and will definitely end up overcooked. If you’re up for a little extra work, you can “grind” your own meat by buying the beef of your choice — skirt steak, short ribs, sirloin, you name it — cutting it into 1-inch cubes, freezing it for 40 minutes and finally pulsing it (in two batches) in a food processor until you reach the ground beef texture you desire.

Classic French onion soup calls for Gruyere cheese, but you’re free to swap in a different variety as long as it melts as well as Gruyere. Likewise, if you don’t want to add wine to the recipe, you can deglaze the burger pan with stock or water.

In the classic recipe, a slice of French bread is floated on the soup’s surface like a bowl-wide crouton. Here that bread provides the coziest of beds for a juicy burger. (In truth, though, that bread — lightly brushed with olive oil, browned in the oven and rubbed with garlic — is fairly amazing all by itself.)

heat to medium-low and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the onion is very tender, about 15 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to cook the onion, uncovered, stirring frequently, until the onion is golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and the thyme and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the beef broth and cook, stirring the onions constantly to scrape up the glaze at the bottom of the pan, until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add salt and pepper to taste and set it aside. Clean and dry the skillet and return it to the burner.

While the onions are cooking, preheat the broiler. Brush the cut sides of the French bread liberally with olive oil and on a sheet pan broil the bread cut side up, until it is golden. Remove from the oven and rub the cut sides with the cut sides of the garlic clove. Transfer the French bread halves to each of 4 plates. In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise and the mustard and spread the mixture evenly on all the cut sides of

the bread.

In the skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over high.

Season the burgers on both sides with salt and pepper and add them to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook the burgers until they are nicely browned (but not cooked through), about 2 minutes a side. Remove the skillet from the heat, spoon off and discard all but 1 tablespoon of the fat in the pan and top each burger with one-fourth of the onion mixture and onefourth of the cheese. Pour the wine into the skillet and put it back on the burner. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet and cook the burgers just until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute.

Transfer the burgers to one of the French bread halves on each of the plates. Simmer the liquid, scraping the bottom of the skillet until it is syrupy and spoon some of it over each burger. Top with the remaining French bread half and serve right away.

FRENCH ONION SOUP BURGERS Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour (40 minutes active) 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing on the bread 3 cups packed thinly sliced onion Kosher salt 1 teaspoon minced garlic plus 1 whole clove cut in half 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1/3 cup beef or chicken broth or water Black pepper Four 4-inch pieces of French bread, cut in half 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, shaped into 4 burgers 3 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere 1/3 cup red wine In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt, reduce the

This Aug. 23, 2017 photo shows a French onion soup burger in New York. This dish is from a recipe by Sara Moulton. (Sara Moulton via AP)

‘Cook Smart, Eat Well’ Series Coming to the Westfield Senior Center WESTFIELD — Beginning in September, the Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Street, will be the host site for a fourweek cooking demonstration series for older adults. The sessions are interactive and are based on cooking easy, healthy recipes. All participants will have the opportunity to taste-test, take home the recipes, and ask questions about healthy cooking and meal preparation. The classes will be held on Thursdays September 14, 21, 28 and October 5 from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. There is no charge for participation in the series. Advance registration is necessary because space is limited.

For more information or to sign up for the series, please call the Westfield Senior Center at 562-6435.

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In this 2005 photo provided by the USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council, farmer Roy Kopf harvests chickpeas, east of Pullman, Wash. Changing consumer tastes for healthy high protein food are driving a boom in the demand for crops like chickpeas and lentils and some farmers, faced with the lowest wheat prices in nearly a century, have chosen to plant less wheat and more of these higher profit crops driving them to record production levels this year. (USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council via AP)

An odd trend in wheat country: not much wheat

By DAVID PITT Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An odd thing has happened in wheat country — a lot of farmers aren't planting wheat.

Thanks to a global grain glut that has caused prices and profits to plunge, this year farmers planted the fewest acres of wheat since the U.S. Department of Agriculture began keeping records nearly a century ago.

Instead of planting the crop that gave the wheat belt its identity, many farmers are opting this year for crops that might be less iconic but are suddenly in demand, such as chickpeas and lentils, used in hummus and healthy snacks.

"People have gone crazy with chickpeas.

It's unbelievable how many acres there are," said Kirk Hansen, who farms 350 acres (142 hectares) south of Spokane in eastern Washington, where wheat's reign as the king crop has been challenged.

American farmers still plant wheat over a vast landscape that stretches from the southern Plains of Oklahoma and Texas north through Kansas, Nebraska and the Dakotas as well as dry regions of Washington and Oregon. However, this year's crop of 45.7 million acres (18.49 million hectares) is the smallest since 1919.

North Dakota harvested wheat acres are down 15 percent, Montana 11 percent and Nebraska 23 percent, to the state's lowest winter wheat acres on record.

Fewer farmers planted wheat after a 2016 crop that was the least profitable in at least 30 years, said grain market analyst Todd Hultman, of Omaha, Nebraska-based agriculture market data provider DTN. Many farmers took notice of a surging demand for crops driven by consumer purchases of healthy high-protein food.

"The world wants more protein and wheat is not the high-protein choice and so that's where your use of those other things come into play and are doing better," Hultman said. "Up north around North Dakota you will see more alternative things like sunflowers, lentils and chickpeas."

How long the new trend will continue is unknown. While some farmers will likely switch back to wheat when profitability returns, others may keep planting the alternatives because demand is expected to remain strong, keeping prices at attractive levels.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, acres planted in chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are at 603,000 (244,030 hectares) this year, up nearly 86 percent from last year.

North Dakota more than tripled chickpea

acres planted to 44,100 (17,847 hectares) and Montana increased acres 150 percent to 247,000 (99,960 million hectares). Nebraska increased chickpea acres 79 percent to 5,200 acres (2,104 hectares).

The USDA says lentils reached a U.S. record high 1.02 million acres (0.41 million hectares) planted this year.

A farmer in southwest North Dakota, for example, could expect to earn $105 an acre on small chickpeas and around $89 an acre planting lentils this year, according to data compiled by North Dakota State University.

The same farmer would lose $21 an acre on winter wheat and $4 an acre on spring wheat.

Wheat profitability has fallen precipitously.

In Illinois, wheat fell from more than $7.13 a bushel in 2012 to $4.30 this year, while for the same period land costs rose 10 percent.

Lentils are increasingly used in cereals, energy bars, chips and pasta as a way to boost protein and fiber content. General Mills now offers Cheerios Protein, which includes lentils, and Barilla Protein Plus pasta contains flour from lentils and chickpeas as an ingredient.

About 20 percent of U.S. consumers now say they eat at least one meatless meal daily and get their protein instead from plantbased sources, said Kelly Weikel, director of consumer insights at Technomic, a Chicago-based market research firm that tracks food trends.

"We've been able to maintain a strong demand for these crops, which is why farmers in that northern Plains and Washington and Idaho area continuing to grow them and increase their acreage," said Tim McGreevy, an eastern Washington farmer.

High-protein snacks that were once found primarily in health food stores are now available in typical grocery stores.

Hummus is a good example. Made from chickpeas, the dip and sandwich spread was considered an exotic Middle Eastern food just a few years ago but is now found in more than a quarter of U.S. households.

Hummus sales have grown to $700 million to $800 million in recent years from $10 million in the late 1990s.

USDA reports show other crops have been pushed to record planting this year by changing consumer tastes including canola and hops.

Canola, used for frying and baking and as an ingredient in salad dressings and margarine, was planted on 2.16 million acres (0.87 million hectares) this year, 22 percent higher than the previous record set in 2015, the USDA said.

By JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — As a court fight simmers over New York City's pioneering requirement for calorie counts on chain restaurant menus, scientists say the jury's still out on whether giving people the numbers spurs them to eat healthier.

The city says that by requiring eateries to tell people that their $4 cheeseburger will also cost them about 540 calories, it's helping diners make informed choices in an era of rising obesity.

New York City's first-in-the-nation rule took full effect in 2008. It was copied by other cities and counties and a half-dozen states and became part of President Barack Obama's 2010 health care overhaul. The repeatedly delayed federal regulation, which extends to grocery and convenience store chain menus, is now set to take effect next year.

But plenty of opponents to the idea remain, including some who question its effectiveness.

Studies to date haven't conclusively shown that restaurant-goers, on the whole, actually order lighter foods when the calorie tally is right there. It appears to influence some people, in some settings, and possibly restaurants' recipes, researchers say.

"What we haven't seen so far is any sort of dramatic change in the number of calories purchased at the population level," says Dr. Brian Elbel, a New York University health policy professor who co-authored a 2014 analysis of 31 studies on the subject, some of them his own. But "some people are definitely seeing and using this information."

The National Association of Convenience Stores cited some of that research when it sued to stop New York City from enforcing a retooled rule expanding the calorie labeling requirements to groceries and other small markets, saying the city was forcing businesses to spend thousands of dollars complying with a local rule when a national one is coming.

On Friday, a Manhattan federal judge approved a deal among lawyers on both sides that ensures the city will not enforce the expansion before May. The agreement also ensures that calorie counts won't disappear from chains that have posted them for years.

"This addresses the most basic of needs — providing us with nutrition information to make healthful decisions at the time of decision-making," spokeswoman Stephanie Buhle said this week.

About 1 million New Yorkers see calorie data every day, according to Health Department research, and a 2011 Quinnipiac University poll found 79 percent of city voters found the information useful.

But if it's useful, do people use it?

At least three research analyses have said there's no definitive proof it leads to lowercalorie orders for diners and eateries in general, though researchers involved note that they may not have captured small effects.

Some scientists feel the research shows the policy falls short. Menu labeling "might not be the proper prescription," Indiana

In this Aug. 24, 2017 photo, a calories tag is displayed with cooked food at a Whole Foods Market, in New York. As New York City battles in court over its pioneering rules requiring some restaurants, grocery stores and other eateries to post calorie counts, scientists are trying to judge whether the city's system has achieved a goal of getting people to change bad eating habits. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

University medical professor Dr. Aaron Campbell wrote in The New York Times in 2015.

But some individual studies have found effects. Some Stanford University business professors' 2010 examination of over 100 million Starbucks purchases found that menu postings trimmed the calories in customers' orders by an average of 6 percent, from 247 to 232.

In another example, a 2013 study in Seattle and surrounding King County found some calorie-cutting, though particularly by women and customers who said they took menu postings into account when ordering.

While the overall evidence is mixed, "I think it's still reasonable to say that among those who see and use the information, it is helpful to them — and why wouldn't you want to give consumers information?" says University of Washington medical professor Jim Krieger, a co-author of the King County study. He also runs Healthy Food America, a food policy advocacy group.

Krieger and others have also done research that suggests some restaurants offer lower-calorie dishes after labeling requirements. And researchers note that calorie counts could have hard-to-measure effects, such as helping gradually shift eating norms and expectations.

"It's unreasonable to say, 'If this one policy doesn't reduce obesity, it's a failure,' because the chances any one policy will do that are incredibly small," says Dr. Christina Roberto, a University of Pennsylvania health policy professor who's worked on several studies on menu calorie counts.

"We don't even have the best data yet. And I think there are a lot of common-sense reasons to do it," she says.

In this Aug. 24, 2017 photo, a KFC menu displays meal selections with calorie counts, in New York. As New York City battles in court over its pioneering rules requiring some restaurants, grocery stores and other eateries to post calorie counts, scientists are trying to judge whether the city's system has achieved a goal of getting people to change bad eating habits. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

Holy Trinity Parish Fall Festival

In this 2015 photo provided by the USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council, farmer Howard Jones, chairman of the Idaho Pea and Lentil Commission, inspects his chickpea field near Genesee, Idaho. Changing consumer tastes for healthy high protein food are driving a boom in the demand for crops like chickpeas and lentils and some farmers, faced with the lowest wheat prices in nearly a century, have chosen to plant less wheat and more of these higher profit crops driving them to record production levels this year. (USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council via AP)

HOLYOKE — Holy Trinity Parish of Westfield will be holding its FALL FESTIVAL on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 12 noon to 5 pm at Pilsudski Park, 200 Old County Rd., Holyoke, MA. The day will begin with Mass celebrated at 10:30 am. The Festival will feature a Polish Kitchen serving the popular Polish Plate with pierogi, golumbki, kielbasa, and kapust. These items can also be purchased separately. The American Kitchen will serve hot dogs, hamburgers & kielbasa grinders. Take-Out will be available starting at Noon. Our Bake Sale will have delicious homemade baked goods.

The festival will include Bingo, a Straw Booth, games of chance, a Chinese Raffle and a 50/50 Raffle.. There will be children’s games, activities and a Bounce House. The Grand Raffle has 10 money prizes worth a total of $2,000 with the first prize being $1,000. Tickets are $1 each or a book of 6 tickets for $5. Raffle tickets can be obtained in advance at the parish office during office hours and at the Festival. The drawing will be at the Festival. For your listening and dancing pleasure The “Mark VI Band” will provide Polish & American music from 1 to 5 pm in the spacious ballroom. The Festival is open to the public with free admission & parking, held rain or shine. Come for good food and a fun time. For more information call the Parish Office, Monday thru Friday from 9am to 4pm at 568-1506 or email htoffice@comcast.net. We hope to see you there!

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Car Show at Hampden Plaza The car show brought together domestic and foreign, old and newer, power, color and history. The show brought out almost 100 vehicles the owners were proud to show and talk about.

A 1970 Chevelle SS 454 draws John Whitaker’s eye.

A flaming paint job.

A Triumph TR-6 The awesome power of a 1970 Stingray

John Kachur with his 1966 Thunderbird

A classic VW Beetle is shown by Bill Anderson.

Dice hanging from the mirror in this Chevy

Gary Francis sports his wagon.

Sonya Wells checks out the interior.

Lauri Schlosser wonders what it would be like to drive a Jaguar

Richard Sabonis shows the interior and engine compartment of his Jag E.

Ready to travel!

Triple carbs

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WHS GYMNASTICS PRACTICE

THE 2017 WHS BOMBERS GYMNASTIC TEAM

Ten times as tough The Westfield High School gymnastics team is spending the final days of summer warming up for the 2017 regular season. The Bombers ride a 173-0 record into their Sept. 21 opener at home against Agawam and Chicopee Comprehensive. The defending champs have won 10 straight west sectional titles. (Photos by Lynn Boscher)

Miranda Wozniak and Mairead Hagen help set up equipment.

Mairead Hagen warms up.

Miranda Wozniak stretches.

Stephanie Lally performs a jump.

Madison Somppi shows her flexibility.

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Emily Czarnecki and Laura Del Monte warm up on the high beam.

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Ed Normand Golf League at EMCC STANDINGS WEEK 21 OF 22 196.5 194.5 190.5 190.5 185 182.5 182 170 162 159.5 150.5 115.5 195.5 192 189 186.5 181 179 174.5 170.5 169 168 166 162.5

192.5 192 191.5 191 190.5 176 174.5 173 163 161.5 146.5 103

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FRIDAY COUPLES LEAGUE • EAST MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB

RESULTS FOR AUGUST 25, 2017 20 couples participated on a perfect evening for golf

8/17/17

DIVISION 1 TOM MASSIMINO – TIM HUBER RICK BROWN – JIM CARTWRIGHT TIM LARAMEE – DAN LARAMEE DAVE DUBOIS – ALAN VELAZQUEZ MIKE BERARDELLI – JIM JOHNSON DAN HARRIS – SHAWN BRADLEY PAUL CARRIER – LARRY COURNOYER RANDY ANDERSON – BOB GENEREUX MARC GRENIER – JOHN LAROSE MIKE COTE – RYAN MALONEY JESSE RASID – AL NUBILE SEAN CAHILL – MARK O’DONNELL

POINTS RESULTS FRONT-9: Dennis Desmarais and Linda Desmarais 42 points

DIVISION 2 BRUCE KELLOGG – RICHARD KELLOGG DAN BURNS JR. – GREG GLIDDEN JIM CONROY – FRAN COMO MARK LOGAN – JOE GAUDETTE GARY GLADU – FRAN DWYER CAM LEWIS – BILL GRISE III ED BIELONKO – BRANDEN BIELONKO CARLOS SANTOS – BILL GRISE II JAY O’SULLIVAN – RICK BURKE BOB COLLIER – DON CLARKE MIKE DOUVILLE – JODY WEHR MIKE MAHAN – JOE HEBDA

NET RESULTS BACK-9: Dan Harris and Nancy Harris 70 Mark Kurowski and Lynn Kurowski 70

NET RESULTS FRONT-9: Dave Palermo and Chris Palermo 66 POINTS RESULTS BACK-9: Jay Kiefer and Trish Kiefer 45 points Mike Foster and Patty Dushane 39 points

PIORIA RESULTS: Shawn Czepial and Shelley Czepeal 71 Congratulations to the winners. Winning teams receive pro shop “chits” money redeemable for pro shop merchandise. Winning “chits” may be used anytime during the season and must be used by October 31, 2017. Special orders must be made before September 29, 2017.

DIVISION 3 DAVE DOVER – BILL CHAFFEE GLENN GRABOWSKI – JEFF BERGER JASON GEORGE – DAN VAN KRUININGAN BOB LEWKO – NICK STELLATO MIKE SOVEROW – MIKE MULLIGAN ROY BARTON – BILL REINHAGEN JIM HAAS – AL HAAS DAN BURNS SR. – MIKE MANIJEK JIM STRYCHARZ – RICHARD ROY JOE BOUTIN – HENRY SMITH CHRIS FENTON – RYAN DROBOT JASON FITZGERALD – STEVE TOMAINO

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

2017 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS AT EAST MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB

SHELL’S TEKOA • TUESDAY GOLF LEAGUE 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place 4th Place 5th Place 6th Place 7th Place 8th Place 8th Place 9th Place 10th Place 11th Place 12th Place 13th Place 14th Place 15th Place 16th Place 17th Place Low Gross Low Net Closest to Pin on 3rd Closest to Pin on 6th

RESULTS FROM AUG222017 Fred Rogers & Bob Berniche Jim Johnson & Jim Floraski Bill Lawry & Dave Gile

Ed West & Harry Pease

Dick Williams & Ron Sena Rich Chistolini & Eric Wilder Gene Theroux & Jack Kennedy John Kidrick & Erroll Nichols

Angelo Masciadrelli & Frank Kamlowski Ray West & Harpo Czarnecki Dave Liberty & Jim French Bob McCarthy & Jack Blascak Skip Couture & Bob Dudas John Lucas & Carl Haas Harry Thompson & Jeff Guglielmo Conrad Clendenin & Stu Browning Butch Rines & Bill Wallinovich Ron Bonyeau & Mike Ripa

194 Points 175.5 Points 172.5 Points 171.5 Points 168.5 Points 163 Points 161.5 Points 159.5 Points 159.5 Points 159 Points 152.5 Points 151 Points 146 Points 144 Points 142.5 Points 141.5 Points 137 Points 129 Points

Eric Wilder @ 40 Jeff Guglielmo @ 27 Bob Czarnecki Jim French

First division: (gross) Dan Allaire 82-84-166 * won playoff Sean Doyle 81-85-166 Carlos Morales 90-81-171 Second division: (net) Rick Lesalle 65-66-131 Ed Warkulewicz 67-70-137

DJ Gonzalez 73-69-142 Third division: (net) Tim Carey 61-65-126 Ed Bielonko 66-69-135 Jay O’Sullivan 78-83-161 Each divisional winner will receive a 2018 associate membership or the equivelent deducted from a full membership.

Congratualtions to all the divisional winners.

Thank you to all players that participated in the 2016 club championships.

Westfield Park & Rec Department Fall/Winter registrations WESTFIELD — The Westfield Park & Rec Department is now taking registration for all Fall/Winter programs, including Pee Wee Soccer for 4-6 yrs old, Westfield United Basketball for 5 -18 yrs old and Field Hockey for grades 3-8. For more information, contact Jim at 5736312, j.blascak@cityofwestfield.org or visit www.cityofwestfield.org and select the Park & Rec Page.

The ‘Wef’ golf tournament supports Westfield State students, honors late professor

Our league sends our sincere sympathy on the passing of Conrad Clendenin to his wife and family.

We share your grief in this profound loss.

Tekoa Country Club Senior Open Two-Ball Friday August 11 - 2017 50-59 Division 1st Gross- Todd Ezold – Rick Ferrari 65 $140 per team 1st Net- Mark Vincellette – Bob Lareau 59 $140 per team 2nd Net- Bernie Demeo – Tony Chiba 61 $80 60-69 Division 1st Gross-Greg Strycharz – Mark Consolini 69 $140 per team 2nd Gross-Dale Yvon – Mike Wrisley 70 $90 1st NetMike Hatch – Mike Catalfamo59 $140 per team 2nd Net-Ken Bregoli – Ron Gearing61 $90 3rd Net –Ernie Leithoff – Pete Grimaldi62 $60 70 + Division 1st Net-Tony Schabowski – George Nicoll 60 2nd Net-Bill Fouche – Bill Chishom62 3rd Net -Barney Muitti – Bill Murphy64

Final round results (8/27/17) Championship division: (gross) Scott Colby 81-79-160 Jayme Coggin 80-82-162 Frank Rice 80-82-162

$120 per team $80 $40

WESTFIELD- Westfield State University’s Department of Communication and Division of Institutional Advancement will hold the second annual Henry Wefing Memorial Golf Classic, the “Wef,” on Friday, September 8 at 10 a.m. at Tekoa Country Club in Westfield.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Henry Wefing Journalism Scholarship Fund.

The late Dr. Wefing began teaching at Westfield State University’s Department of Communication in 1985, specializing in journalism and writing courses. He was also seen regularly tending to a garden located outside of the university’s Horace Mann Center. Dr. Wefing created the garden in 2007 and donated all of the vegetables and herbs he grew to the Westfield Food Pantry. He passed away in May 2015.

Since 2016, the Henry Wefing Journalism Scholarship has been awarded annually. As the fund grows, there are plans to increase the number of scholarships awarded. Nearly 60 people attended last year’s inaugural event, including members of the Wefing family.

"The ‘Wef’ tournament brings together colleagues, alumni, students, and Henry Wefing's family and friends to enjoy a game Henry loved and to raise funds for students pursuing a career in journalism, which Henry taught and revered as the essential foundation of a democracy," said Dr. Thomas Gardner, professor of Communication.

Golfers must register online prior to the tournament at https://www.westfieldalumni.org/ events/upcoming-events/wefinggolf by Tuesday, September 5. The cost to participate is $350 for a foursome, $90 for individual players, and $80 for Westfield State students. Tickets include 18 holes of golf, lunch, and a post-tournament reception. Tickets are available for those who would like to attend the dinner reception for only $30 and there are also sponsorship opportunities at various different levels.

Tekoa Country Club is located on 459 Russell Road in Westfield. For more information, contact Suzanne Boniface, adjunct professor of Communication, at 413-478-2652 or sboniface@westfield.ma.edu. Those who cannot attend, but still wish to donate, can do so by visiting https://www.westfieldalumni.org/events/upcoming-events/wefinggolf.

Founded in 1839 by Horace Mann, Westfield State University is an education leader committed to providing every generation of students with a learning experience built on its founding principle as the first public, co-educational college in America to offer an education without barrier to race, gender or economic status. This spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies that creates a vital community of engaged learners who become confident, capable individuals prepared for leadership and service to society.

For more information on Westfield State University, visit www.westfield.ma.edu, www. twitter.com/westfieldstate, or https://www.facebook.com/WestfieldStateUniversity.

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Saints’ preseason march The summer’s final days signaled the start of soccer practice for the boys’ and girls’ teams at St. Mary High School. The Saints worked through a grueling practice session Monday in preparation for next week’s games. The girls’ soccer team opens against John J. Duggan Academy Thurs., Sept. 7 at their home field, Westfield Middle School North. The boys host Putnam the following day (Friday). Both games begin at 4 p.m.

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Dear Annie

By ANNIE LANE

Disjointed Union Dear Annie: After more than 25 years of marriage, I still feel more alone being married to my husband than I would if I were actually alone.

Throughout our marriage, he has maintained the same lifestyle he had before we got married. He often takes weekend outings and even vacations with his guy friends. He tells people that he does not enjoy doing anything with me, his wife.

There is nothing that is joint in this relationship: He refers to many possessions as his and refers to our friends by saying, “My friends.” He will decline or accept social invitations without even telling me about them. If he accepts an invitation, he tells me that he was invited and will go to the function excluding me. He turns his back to me to block me out of table conversations when we’re out to dinner with a group. I am not treated as a spouse or companion. If I want to have a conversation and ask any questions to start, he accuses me of nagging. He’s argumentative with other people, too. His motto is, “I’m right; you’re wrong.”

This is not at all what I expected out of a life together. The loneliness and pain never leave. I just try to endure each day of the same thing over and over. -- Missing Life and Happiness Dear Missing Life and Happiness: Give him some of his own medicine and you might end up healing yourself in the process.

What I mean is to focus on you. Make new friends or strengthen your existing friendships. Go out for girls’ nights; maybe even plan a weekend away with them. Stop focusing on the things he’s not giving you, and start giving them to yourself. Once you’ve built up a healthy sense of self-esteem and personal identity, it will be easier for you to talk to your husband about issues in your marriage.

Dear Annie: I am a school psychologist with many years of experience and I read the letter from “Torn in Wisconsin” about her ADHD daughter and the problems she anticipated with an upcoming family reunion. While I would never assert that I can discern all the details of a situation and diagnose someone from a short letter, there were some aspects of the problem that suggested that this child could be on the autism spectrum. Saying that she doesn’t have the social skills for a reunion is practically a flashing light to have her child assessed for ASD. There is a good chance that her daughter is receiving school services for her identified disability. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, she would have a category of eligibility, probably flowing from a doctor’s diagnosis of ADHD right now. But IDEA also allows for ongoing assessment and adjustment of services.

“Torn” should contact the school staff and ask for a meeting to discuss her daughter’s anxiety and social skill deficits. A school psychologist should be invited to the meeting to answer questions about whether there should be further assessment of her daughter.

Referring “Torn” to reputable information about autism spectrum online might also help her feel supported against the expectations from her family. She doesn’t need them shaming her parenting skills.

The field of autism is moving fast and not everyone out there is able to discern these distinctions. It is important though, and I hope we are getting better all the time. Your column could help here. -Amy S., District School Psychologist Dear Amy: Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge on this important subject. I’ve passed your message on to “Torn in Wisconsin,” and I’m printing it so it might help other families.

To learn more about autism spectrum disorder, visit the National Institute of Mental Health website (https://www.nimh.nih.gov).

HINTS FROM HELOISE SPICE UP THAT CHICKEN! Dear Heloise: My husband and I have stopped eating red meat for health reasons, but all my CHICKEN recipes are dull, dull, dull.

Got any suggestions to help spice them up? -Pat E., Columbia, Mo. Pat, yes, I have several sauces you can use, and this one is especially nice for warmweather dining: CILANTRO SAUCE 1 cup loosely packed cilantro sprigs (also called Chinese parsley) 3/4 cup coarsely chopped green onions with tops 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded, coarsely chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Mix all ingredients together, then spoon this over cooked chicken breasts and serve warm. There are so many delicious sauces and seasonings that can make a plain meal far more interesting, and that are easy to prepare. If you’d like more suggestions from my Seasonings, Sauces and Substitutes pamphlet, go to www.Heloise.com to order it, or send a stamped (70 cents), self-addressed, long envelope, along with $3, to: Heloise/ SSS, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, TX 78279-5001. If you marinate poultry, it should not be at room temperature, as this may allow bacteria to grow. Keep it refrigerated. -- Heloise IS IT SAFE TO WASH HANDS? Dear Heloise: I hear so much about antibacterial soap being dangerous, and yet my mother-in-law keeps after me to use it to wash my hands in the kitchen. Is this soap unsafe? -- Anita W., Glendale, Ariz.

Anita, while antibacterial soaps can destroy bacteria, they also may encourage the growth of antibiotic-resistant germs. -Heloise

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TV Sports Tonight Wednesday, Aug. 30 HORSE RACING 4 p.m.

FS2 — Saratoga Live, With Anticipation Stakes, at Saratoga Springs, N.Y. MLB BASEBALL 1 p.m.

MLB — Regional coverage, Cleveland at N.Y. Yankees OR St. Louis at Milwaukee (2 p.m.)

4 p.m.

MLB — Regional coverage, Detroit at Colorado OR Miami at Washington (5 p.m.) (games joined in progress) 7 p.m.

ESPN — Texas vs. Houston, at St. Petersburg, Fla. 11 p.m.

MLB — Regional coverage, L.A. Dodgers at Arizona OR San Francisco at San Diego (games joined in progress) TENNIS 1 p.m.

ESPN — U.S. Open, second round, at New York 6 p.m.

ESPN2 — U.S. Open, second round, at New York 7 p.m.

ESPN2 — U.S. Open, second round, at New York

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In this Feb. 4, 2017 file photo, Taylor Swift performs at the DIRECTV NOW Super Saturday Night Concert in Houston, Texas. Swift isn’t nominated for an award, but she could own the night at the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards. The pop star who dominated headlines all week with anticipation of new music will debut a music video at the show Sunday. (Photo

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Viewership down for MTV’s Video Music Awards

By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK (AP) — No longer the event it was when Eminem ruled the charts, the MTV Video Music Awards tallied 5.68 million viewers across 10 different networks on Sunday for a show dominated by Kendrick Lamar's coronation and the debut of Taylor Swift's new video.

That's down from the 6.5 million people who watched the VMAs in 2016, and the 9.8 million who watched the year before, the Nielsen company said. In 2002, back when the show was seen only on MTV, the event drew 11.9 million viewers.

Audiences for awards shows in general are down this year, and MTV had the misfortune of competing with the season finale of HBO's "Game of Thrones." But it's undeniable that MTV's once-outrageous awards show is no longer the fodder for water cooler conversation that it once was.

MTV was encouraged by one finding in the ratings: it was able to beat "Game of Thrones" among teenagers.

Otherwise, "Game of Thrones" was dominant. The 12.07 million people who saw the show Sunday night was a record for the series, even if it likely represented only a fraction of its viewership. If you add in people who stream the show online or watch on a timedelayed basis, the average episode of "GOT" this season has been watched by 30.6 million people, according to HBO. NBC won the week in prime time, averaging 5.5 million viewers. CBS had 4.2 million, ABC had 3.1 million, Fox had 2.4 million, Telemundo had 1.5 million, Univision had 1.4 million, ION Television had 1.3 million and the CW had 890,000.

Fox News Channel was the week's most popular cable channel, averaging 2.4 million viewers in prime time.

MSNBC had 1.8 million, USA had 1.62 million, HGTV had 1.4 million and CNN had 1.37 million.

ABC's "World News Tonight" topped the evening newscasts with an average of 7.9 million viewers. NBC's "Nightly News" was second with 7.7

million and the "CBS Evening News" had 5.8 million.

For the week of Aug. 21-27, the top 10 shows, their networks and viewerships: "America's Got Talent" (Tuesday), NBC, 12.59 million; "Game of Thrones," HBO, 12.07 million; "America's Got Talent" (Wednesday), NBC, 10.84 million; NFL Exhibition Football: San Francisco at Minnesota, NBC, 7.32 million; "60 Minutes," CBS, 7.16 million; "Big Brother" (Sunday), CBS, 6.28 million; "NFL Pre-Game Show," NBC, 6.25 million.

"The Big Bang Theory," CBS, 6.14 million; "Big Brother" (Wednesday), CBS, 6.11 million; "Big Brother" (Thursday), CBS, 6.03 million.

——— ABC is owned by The Walt Disney Co. CBS is owned by CBS Corp. CW is a joint venture of Warner Bros.

Entertainment and CBS Corp. Fox is owned by 21st Century Fox. NBC and Telemundo are owned by Comcast Corp. ION Television is owned by ION Media Networks.

Patriots-inspired lottery tickets debut in New Hampshire

By MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The Super Bowl champion New England Patriots are part of a new lottery game in New Hampshire.

The team's owner, Robert Kraft, joined Republican Gov. Chris Sununu on Tuesday on the steps of the Statehouse for the launch of the New England Patriots $5 scratch tickets.

The game, which is available in 1,200 stores starting Tuesday, features four, $100,000 grand prizes and the chance to enter a series of second-chance drawings to win Patriot tickets. Other prizes range from $5 to $100.

It's the sixth year a Patriots' lottery game has been offered— a partnership Kraft said has generated over $26 million in sales and netted $7 million for state education programs. Previously, the lottery offered a game tied to the Boston Red Sox in 2011 and 2014, and a promotion with the NHL's Boston Bruins in 2015.

"We feel very close to the state of New Hampshire," Kraft told a crowd of about 100. "I love the people. All the people I meet here have that live free or die mentality. It's about living free and being entrepreneurial and being good to your neighbors, which is so important."

Kraft then offered Sununu a signed Tom Brady jersey "for all the people," which the governor joked was "like an American flag. I'm not putting this on the ground."

Sununu praised the Patriots for signing onto the partnership, saying their brand would only be good for the state's lottery which "helps schools, helps education, is making a difference."

Sununu also joked he tried to persuade Kraft to move the team here — noting there is no sales tax or income tax in New Hampshire.

"I don't know if they will be moving to New Hampshire just yet, but we are working on it," he said. "I'm convinced I can get anyone up here."

The event brought out scores of die-

hard fans hoping to get a photo of Kraft and, in a few cases, a hug.

Among them was Erica Peaslee and her children, 8-year-old Jacob and 9-year-old Michael. Jacob was dressed from head-to-toe in Patriots attire and wearing a helmet with the team's logo.

"It was really exciting. Honestly, my kids are huge fans, so that is why we are here," Peaslee, of Pembroke, New Hampshire, said.

Jacob chimed in that "it was pretty cool" to see Kraft up close. "It's better than seeing him on TV," he said.

After the ticket launch, the Patriots held a mini training camp on the Statehouse lawn for 100 players from the Merrimack Cardinals Pop Warner Football League.

Twenty-five Merrimack youth cheerleaders trained with two New England Patriots cheerleaders.

Since 1964, the New Hampshire Lottery has raised $6 billion and brought in $1.7 billion for state education.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017: This year you will often be exposed to new ideas. You might feel much better with triedand-true ideas, yet you will feel restricted by them. In a moment of optimism, you probably will opt to take a leap of faith. The end result will be positive. If single, you have a unique appeal. As a result, you are likely to hook up with someone who appreciates your individuality and precision yet ability to take risks. Be careful not to project your issues on others, especially this person. If attached, the two of you often debate issues or situations that involve choice. Let go of the external and reconnect with your basic bond more often.

Allow the innate heat between you to build.

SAGITTARIUS often is in conflict with your ideas.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You become more entrenched in a problem because of your attitude and unwillingness to change your position. Your creativity emerges later in the day. An unusual resolution appears, whether you take a risk or not. You have the energy and determination to cruise through a hassle. Tonight: Relax to a good movie.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH One-on-one relating could revolve around a difficult topic or financial restriction. Either way, you break precedent and move through a problem. Listen to news more openly and see where you can find a new path. A partner always appears to be more open to you, which might not always be true. Tonight: Relate on a one-on-one level.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH You have the ability to move past any hassle quickly. Your mind explores options easily and demonstrates an unusual flexibility. A roommate or family member could trip you up inadvertently. Stay on target and be willing to continue moving forward with or without support. Tonight: Others cheer you on.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Deal directly with a child or loved one you care about. Visualize more of what you want and try to explain those desires to the person who could help you make them so. Remain assertive regarding a financial issue. Do not push past established boundaries to achieve your long-term desires.

Tonight: Get as much done as possible before calling it a day.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Be direct about a key issue. Your ability to remain disciplined and follow through on a less-than-comfortable decision allows you to come out ahead. You also have the ability to maintain your sunny personality at the same time, making whatever you do look easy. Tonight: Letting off steam.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH Energy and possibly conversations surround your personal and domestic lives.

You would like to step forward and make a major change, yet you might feel restrained by a personal issue. Trust that you can make a change, but perhaps not just yet. Tonight: Avoid a hassle. Go out and visit with a friend.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Be forthright about an issue rather than close down. Others try to open up a conversation, and you will respond accordingly once you think about what is happening. A friend might feel a lot stronger about a key issue than you do. You cannot feign agreement, and it would be best not to try.

Tonight: Where the crowds are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You might want to move in a new direction. Honor a fast change that could involve a child or loved one. Stay on top of a personal matter. You demonstrate the ability to move through a problem. Be aware that not everyone can follow your logic. Tonight: Clear out errands first.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You could be moving with confidence and quickness while handling a problem. Understand what is happening between you and another person. You see a personal issue far differently from a friend or loved one. Discussions might be important here, but confrontation or arguments should be avoided. Tonight: In the limelight.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You are able to move past a problem quickly. Understand what is motivating the other party. Stay on top of what is occurring. Your instincts remain right-on when dealing with others in general. Use them well.

Listen to news with a grain of salt. Much could change. Tonight: Get some extra R and R. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Others seek you out at work and in personal settings. A meeting might have a lot of energy and interest. What occurs might be a letdown, but on the other hand, you have had an opportunity to visit with some friends.

Think twice about a fast change; you might be better off not acting on it. Tonight: Where the action is.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Be more forthright when dealing with an important business matter. Honor the feelings of a boss or older relative, especially if this person has more experience with the issue at hand. Your energy surges and might be the source of a disagreement, which normally would not occur. Tonight: Off to the gym to work through your stress.

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August 30, 2017 LEGAL 6, NOTICES September 13, 2017 MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage given by Daniel B. Rex and Doreen M. Rex and Doris C. Savoie to H&R Block Mortgage Corporation, dated January 8, 2007 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 16448, Page 310, as affected by Loan Modification recorded in said Registry of Deeds in Book 17276 and Page 2 subsequently assigned to Option One Mortgage Corporation by H&R Block Mortgage Corporation by assignment recorded in said Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 16725, Page 148 and subsequently assigned to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-3 by Sand Canyon Corporation F/K/A Option One Mortgage Corporation by assignment recorded in said Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 19567, Page 382; of which Mortgage the undersigned is the present holder for breach of the conditions of said Mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing same will be sold at Public Auction at 3:00 PM on September 20, 2017 at 68 Cleveland Avenue, Westfield, MA, all and singular the premises described in said Mortgage, to wit: LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS COMMITMENT IS DESCRIBED AS All THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SITUATED IN CITY OF WESTFIELD IN THE COUNTY OF HAMPDEN, AND STATE OF MA AND BEING DESCRIBED IN A DEED DATED 07/18/2006 AND RECORDED 07/21/2006 IN BOOK 16066 PAGE 128 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF THE COUNTY AND STATE SET FORTH ABOVE, AND REFERENCED AS FOLLOWS: THE LAND IN SAID WESTFIELD, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1: A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS THEREON LOCATED ON CLEVELAND A VENUE, IN SAID WESTFIELD, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT #38 (THIRTYEIGHT) ON THE PLAN OF LOTS OF THE CYCLE HEIGHTS COMPANY AND RECORDED IN THE HAMPDEN COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS, BOOK 564, PAGE 601.

SAID REAL ESTATE BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT AN IRON PIN ON THE EASTERLY LINE OF CLEVELAND AVENUE, ABOUT ONE HUNDRED SIXTY-ONE AND 82/100 (161.82) FEET SOUTHERLY FROM THE INTERSECTION OF THE EASTERLY LINE OF CLEVELAND A VENUE WITH THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF EAST SILVER STREET; THENCE RUNNING. SOUTHERLY ON THE EASTERLY LINE OF CLEVELAND A VENUE, FIFTY SEVEN (57) FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE RUNNING. EASTERLY ON LOT #37 (THIRTY SEVEN) ON SAID PLAN, ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR AND 5110 (144.5) FEET; THENCE RUNNING NORTHERLY ON LOT #41 (FORTY-ONE) ON SAID PLAN, FIFTY-SEVEN (57) FEET; THENCE RUNNING WESTERLY ON LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF STEPHEN KNAPIK ET UX, ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR AND 5110 (144.5) FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THE PREMISES HEREIN CONVEYED ARE SIX AND 5/10 (6.5) WIDER THAN LOT #38 (THIRTY-EIGHT) ABOVE REFERRED TO. PARCEL II: A CERTAIN PARCEL OR STRIP OF LAND IN SAID WESTFIELD TEN (10) FEET WIDE AND ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR AND 5/10 (144.5) FEET LONG BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF STEPHEN KNAPIK ET UX, ON THE EAST

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TEN (10) FEET WIDE AND ONE HUNDRED FORTY-FOUR AND 5/10 (144.5) FEET LONG BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF STEPHEN KNAPIK ET UX, ON THE EAST BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF ONE ABRAMS; ON THE SOUTH BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF KRISAK; AND ON THE WEST BY CLEVELAND AVENUE SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD,

IF ANY ARE NOW IN FORCE AND APPLICABLE. SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN DEED FROM JOHN KNAPEK TO STEVE KNAPEK ET AL, DATED SEPTEMBER 19, 1900 AND RECORDED IN HAMPDEN COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS AT BOOK 6166, PAGE 79, IF NOW IN FORCE AND APPLICABLE. BEING THE SAME PREMISES CONVEYED TO ROBERT CYRANKOWSKI AND ANGELA M. CYRANKOWSKI BY DEED OF JOHN J. SCHOENROCK AND KATHERYN K. SCHOENROCK DATED SEPTEMBER 24, 1973 AND RECORDED IN THE HAMPDEN COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS AT BOOK 3849, PAGE 213 The premises are to be sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restrictions, building and zoning laws, liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursuant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, tax titles, water bills, municipal liens and assessments, rights of tenants and parties in possession.

TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or money order will be required to be delivered at or before the time the bid is offered.

The successful bidder will be required to execute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement immediately after the close of the bidding.

The balance of the purchase price shall be paid within thirty (30) days from the sale date in the form of a certified check, bank treasurer’s check or other check satisfactory to Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee reserves the right to bid at the sale, to reject any and all bids, to continue the sale and to amend the terms of the sale by written or oral announcement made before or during the foreclosure sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication.

TIME WILL BE OF THE ESSENCE. Other terms if any, to be nnounced at the sale.

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-3 Present Holder of said Mortgage,

By Its Attorneys, ORLANS PC PO Box 540540 Waltham, MA 02454 Phone: (781) 790-7800 16-014884

August 30, 2017 CITY OF WESTFIELD Notice of DRAFT Availability and Public Hearing Review of DRAFT Consolidated Annual Performance And Evaluation Report (CAPER) 7/1/2016-6/30/2017

LEGAL NOTICES August 31, 2017 September 7, 14, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Steven M. Berube and Lisa M. Berube to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Carnegie Mortgage, Limited Liability Company, dated January 26, 2011 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 18665, Page 387, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder by assignment from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Carnegie Mortgage, Limited Liability Company to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. dated February 8, 2016 and recorded with said Registry on February 8, 2016 at Book 21057, Page 3, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 a.m. on September 27, 2017, on the mortgaged premises located at 267 FALLEY DRIVE, WESTFIELD, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: Tax Id Number(s): 128-11, 1280001 100000 Land Situated in the City of Westfield in the County of Hampden in the State of MA THE LAND IN WESTFIELD, HAMPDEN COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT #104 (ONE HUNDRED FOUR) AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF LOTS RECORDED IN HAMPDEN COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS IN BOOK OF PLANS 86, PAGE 86, SAID LOT BEING MORE PARTICULARLY BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BOUNDED SOUTHERLY BY FALLEY DRI VE, ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE (125) FEET; EASTERLY BY LOT #103 (ONE HUNDRED THREE) AS SHOWN .ON SAID PLAN, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE (175) FEET; NORTHERLY BY LOT #106 (ONE HUNDRED SIX) AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE (125) FEET; AND WESTERLY BY LOT #105 (ONE HUNDRED FIVE) AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAN, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE (175) FEET. BEING THE SAME PREMISES CONVEYED TO THE GRANTOR HEREIN BY DEED OF EDWARD M. LEE DATED MARCH 19, 1971 AND RECORDED IN HAMPDEN COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS AT BOOK 3573, PAGE 524.

I/We hereby expressly reserve my rights of Homestead, if any, and I/we do not wish to terminate my/our Homestead by granting the within Mortgage, notwithstanding any language contained therein to the contrary, which language is intended to merely subordinate my/our right of Homestead to this mortgage only.

Being the same property conveyed to STEVEN M. BERUBE and LISA M. BERUBE, husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety, by deed dated April 27, 2004 of record in Deed Book 14172, Page 397, in the County Clerk's Office.

of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority Copies of the Draft CAPER will over said mortgage, whether or be available starting on August not reference to such restric31, 2017 through September 20, t i o n s , e a s e m e n t s , i m p r o v e 2017 at the Office of Com- ments, liens or encumbrances is munity Development at 59 Court made in the deed.

Street, Room 300, Westfield, MA TERMS OF SALE: 01085. It will also be available on the City website at: A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars by certified www.cityofwestfield.org. or bank check will be required to A Public Hearing will be held on be paid by the purchaser at the and place of sale. The balWednesday, September 6th, at time ance is to be paid by certified or Westfield City Hall, Room 315, bank check at Harmon Law Ofat 5:00 PM. fices, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02458, Interested parties are also in- or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Massachuvited to submit written com- setts 02461-0389, within thirty ments to Peter Miller, Director of (30) days from the date of sale.

Community Development. Sub- Deed will be provided to purmissions must be received by chaser for recording upon rethe Office of Community Devel- ceipt in full of the purchase price. The description of the opment no later than 4:00 PM on premises contained in said mortSeptember 20, 2017. Please gage shall control in the event of mail or email comments to the an error in this publication.

Office of Community Development, 59 Court Street, Westfield, Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale.

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Please contact the Office of Community Development at 572-6246 for additional information.

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 150 California Street Newton, MA 02458 (617) 558-0500 201606-0606 - YEL

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By virtue and in execution of the (413)568-2261. Specializing in Power of Sale contained in a vehicles under $4,000. certain mortgage given by Roger I. Beach and Patricia A. Beach to Financial Freedom HELP WANTED Senior Funding Corporation, A Subsidiary of Indymac Bank, F.S.B., dated October 29, 2007 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 17020, Page 341, of which mortgage the undersigned is the Education Site present holder by assignment Supervisor (ESS) from Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation to MortHead Start Program gage Electronic Registration seeks an experienced and Systems, Inc., as nominee for enthusiastic early childhood Financial Freedom Acquisition leader for our school year site LLC dated September 29, 2009 in Westfield, MA. The ESScoand recorded with said Registry administrates a six-classroom on September 30, 2009 at Book site for children 0-5. The suc18008, Page 5 and by assigncessful candidate must have ment from Mortgage Electronic the demonstrated ability to Registration Systems, Inc., as develop authentic and profesnominee for Financial Freedom sional relationships with chilAcquisition LLC to CIT Bank, dren, families and staff, will N.A. dated August 26, 2015 and display excellent leadership, recorded with said Registry on organizational and collaboration skills, and a have September 8, 2015 at Book demonstrated ability to work 20861, Page 407, for breach of in a highly regulated and fast the conditions of said mortgage paced environment. Minimand for the purpose of foreclosum qualifications include a ing, the same will be sold at BA in Early Childhood EducaPublic Auction at 11:00 a.m. on tion or directly related field September 11, 2017, on the with early education and sumortgaged premises located at pervisory experience. Must 30 Rosedell Drive, Westfield, be EEC Director II certified.

Hampden County, MassachuSalary Range is $19.00setts, all and singular the $20.20, 35hours/week school premises described in said mortyear. Excellent benefits, traingage, ing, supervision and collabor-

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TO WIT: the land in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, with the buildings thereon, bounded and described as follows: Being known and designated as lot 15 (fifteen) as shown on the plan entitled ''Plan of Land of Joseph & Elizabeth Pignatare...'' and recorded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds, Book of Plans 38, Page 31, said lot being bounded and described as follow: NORTHEASTERLY BY Rosedell Drive, one hundred (100) feet; SOUTHERLY by lot 16 (sixteen) as shown on said plan, three hundred twenty five and 66/100 (325.66) feet; SOUTHWESTERLY by land now or formerly of I. Barry, ninety (90) feet; and NORTHWESTERLY by lot 14 (fourteen) as shown on said plan, three hundred thirty nine and 43/100 (339.43) feet.

Being the same premises conveyed to us by deed of Arnold G. Brochu dated August 6, 1964 and recorded at the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 3049, Page 226.

For mortgagor's(s') title see deed recorded with Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 3049, Page 226.

These premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenC o m m o n l y k n o w n a s : 2 6 7 ants, liens or claims in the FALLEY DRIVE, Westfield, MA nature of liens, improvements, 01085 public assessments, any and all For mortgagor's(s') title see unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, deed recorded with Hampden water and sewer liens and any County Registry of Deeds in other municipal assessments or Book 14172, Page 397. liens or existing encumbrances These premises will be sold and of record which are in force and conveyed subject to and with the are applicable, having priority benefit of all rights, rights of way, over said mortgage, whether or restrictions, easements, coven- not reference to such restricants, liens or claims in the tions, easements, improvenature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all ments, liens or encumbrances is unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, made in the deed.

The City of Westfield, through the Office of Community Development, is preparing its Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the program year July 1, 2016-June 30, 2017. This Annual Report outlines how federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) formula grant programs were utilized during the prior program year, which runs water and sewer liens and any from July 1, 2016 to June 30, other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances 2017.

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Teacher Preschool Head Start program seeks classroom assistant for part day afternoon preschool program in Westfield, MA. 30 hours/week school year. Minimum Associates degree in ECE or related field and EEC Teacher Certification. Salary Range: $14.42-15.42.

Teacher Assistant: Early Head Start program seeks classroom assistant for full day infant toddler program in Westfield, MA. 37.5 hours/week school year. Minimum high school/GED and experience working with young children. EEC Teacher Certification and multilingual preferred. Salary Range: $12.10-12.90.

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

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

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$$ AUTOS WANTED $$

Top Dollar paid for your unwanted cars, trucks, vans.

Running or not. We pay and tow away. Sell your car TODAY. 413-534-5400

Buying junk or wrecked cars and light trucks.

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

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MOVING SALE SOUTHWICK- 114 SOUTH LONGYARD ROAD, Saturday, September 2, 9-4. Glassware, furniture, books, tools, clothing, household items.

Others try to match our price...but can't beat our quality.

Accepting most competitors coupons. We deliver. Run by veterans.

Green Meadow Lumber 568-0056

SOUTHWICK- 58 MILLER ROAD. Saturday & Sunday, 9/2 & 9/3. 9am-3pm. Furniture, electronics, household items, and more!

SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY

SOUTHWICK- 35 SAM WEST ROAD Friday & Saturday, 9/1 and 9/2, 9am-3pm. Household items, computer desk, lamps, antiques, baby items, bicycle.

business DIRECTORY

WESTFIELD: 8 Zephyr Drive, Sat/Sun, September 2nd/3rd, 9AM-4PM. Motorcycle and Bike Ramps/Racks, Knives, Small Animal Cages, Trampoline, DVD's, LOTS OF COOL STUFF!

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

FLOORING & FLOOR SANDING

HOME IMPROVEMENT

A RON JOHNSON's Floor Sanding, Installation, Repairs, 3 coats polyurethane.

Free estimates. (413)569-3066.

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.

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

Handy-Man services plus painting.

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

HENTNICK CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel caps and liner systems. Inspections, PHIL'S DUMP RUNS & masonry work and gutter cleanDEMOLITION ing. Free estimates. Insured.

Quality work from a business Better Business Bureau A+ you can trust. (413)848-0100, Removal of any items in cellars, (800)793-3706. attics, etc... Also brush removal

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

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

Call Mike 413-821-8971. Free estimates.

and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages).

Fully insured. Free estimates.

(413)525-2892 (413)265-6380

HOME IMPROVEMENT AFFORDABLE BUILDING CONTRACTOR

Call Bill for your FREE no obligation estimate (413) 977-9633 or (413) 562-5727

JD BERRY GENERAL CONTRACTING

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

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

POEHLMAN ELECTRIC All types of wiring.

Free estimates. Insured.

SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. 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

MASTER ELECTRICIAN 40 years experience. Insured.

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

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

DAVE DAVIDSON: Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling "GET IT RIGHT THIS TIME" Complete Bath Renovations.

Now serving CT. Insured. Quality Work on Time on Budget Since 1984. MA. License #072233, MA.Registration #144831. CT. HIC. #0609568 569-9973. www.davedavidsonremodeling. com PIONEER VALLEY PROPERTY SERVICES 413-454-3366

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

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

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

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

Ceilings, walls and Light carpentry.

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

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

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

413-862-4749

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

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Rental Property Management, Turnovers and Repair Services.

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

Others try to match our price...but can't beat our quality.

Accepting most competitors coupons. We deliver. Run by veterans.

Green Meadow Lumber 568-0056

SAWMILL DIRECT BEST QUALITY

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

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

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!

Call Dave: 413-568-6440

Framing, siding, windows, doors. Site work, additions, garages and decks.

Trim work.

Fully Insured CS 077728 H.I.C. 129700 37 Years Experience

Call Jason, Master Electrician: 413-568-6293

LETOURNEAU & SONS PAINTING

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.

Full Service Contracting

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

ALWAYS CALL FIRST!!!

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

Commercial/residential. Free estimates. Insured. References.

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

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

ELECTRICIAN

FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE

HOUSE PAINTING

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE

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

Call anytime: 860-216-8768

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

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

413-835-5491

MASONRY ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING All brick, block, concrete.

Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired.

Sump pumps and french drain systems installed. Foundations pointed and stuccoed.

Free estimates (413)569-1611 or (413)374-5377

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

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

TAG SALES

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)

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

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

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

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

1st/Last rent. 413-562-2295

WESTFIELD- 2 BEDROOM apartment. Near hospital. Nice neighborhood. Looking for nice, quiet, responsible people. $975/month plus utilities.

First/ last/security. References required. No pets.

Available Oct. 1st.

Call (413)348-3907 after 4 p.m.

ROOMS

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

Call (413)531-2197

SOUTHAMPTON FURNISHED ROOM To rent, available August 11.

Country setting, 2nd floor. Single occupancy only. Female preferred,(second floor has two other rented rooms, female occupied). Not on bus line. Quiet home, owner occupied. Fields, woods, trails, back yard. Includes laundry, utilities, Wifi. No cable. $400/month. Available now. Please calls only. No texts or emails. Call after 2 pm, 413259-7044 for information and appointment to view. In Southampton near Westfield line.

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

413-788-6787 top-truck.com

BUSINESS PROPERTY 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.

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT 54 MAINLINE DRIVE WESTFIELD, MA 5,000 sq.ft.

220/480 volts CITY GAS & SEWER

Call (413)896-3736 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

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

Free Estimates Call Paul NOW for your SUMMER appointment.

413-237-2053

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