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Dozens of residents turn out for Medical Services District public hearing
Ward 2 Councilor Ralph J. Figy served as petitioner for the Medical Services District at the hearing.
By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – Dozens of neighbors turned out for the public hearing on Baystate Noble’s proposed Medical Services District at the Planning Board on Tuesday night in City Council Chambers. Ward 2 Councilor Ralph J. Figy, as the petitioner for the zone change, said he was acting at the request of the City of Westfield. He said the intent of the
Medical Services District is to promote health and general welfare, by facilitating improvement of the Baystate Noble Hospital, which occupies or owns the land of most of the proposed district. Figy said the hospital is currently located in a Residential A zone as a nonconforming use. He said any time they want to do anything, they have to go to the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). The new zone would take out that step, and the hospital would go to the Planning
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WHS EDventure Ed ropes course to get repairs
City Council preview By DAN DESROCHERS Correspondent WESTFIELD—The city council will be meeting this Thursday, and among the items on the agenda is a public hearing for the proposed Medical Services District in the city. City council will meet Thursday at 7 p.m., in the city council chambers at city hall on Court Street. Several items will come before city council, including a public hearing that residents can attend and comment at related to the Medical Services District being proposed for the city. Unlike most city council meetings, this week’s will not feature a briefing from Mayor Brian Sullivan to start due to a scheduling conflict. However, there are still “Communications from the Mayor” that are coming from Sullivan. Among the items is a grant submission of $14,460, which Sullivan said is from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to allow the city to purchase emergency supplies and equipment, as well as an all-purpose off-road vehicle that can be used by several departments in the city. Sullivan is also expected to
Board with proposed changes, which Figy said is a more appropriate body to make the decision. “If we do go forward, the Planning Board would be the voting board, not the ZBA,” Figy said. He also said that the hospital was zoned Residential A in 1947, and when the city did a zoning overhaul in 1987, somehow it got left out. Planning Board member Carl Vincent
By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – Westfield High School principal Charles Jendrysik and athletic director Eileen Flaherty asked the School Committee on Monday to grant an expenditure of School Choice funds to repair the EDventure ED ropes course at the high school. Flaherty said the course offers training in high ropes and low ropes, and helps to prepare physical education student leaders. She said the course needs substantial repairs to be re-certified, and is currently closed. She said the estimate on the course of repair is $9,151. “It has been a little neglected,” Flaherty said. Organizers of the Westfield Dickens Days House Tour include Betty Faulhaber, Lori Price, Bob Plasse, Carol Saltus and Tania Vancini.
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Homes sought for popular holiday tour By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD-City residents who wish to share their love of home or its history with others are encouraged to consider becoming a part of the Dickens Days Historic House Tour on Dec. 3. On Monday morning, committee members gathered at Westfield Creative Arts, also known as the “Rinnova building” on Elm Street, to discuss the latest logistics for the popular event which started in 2003 by the Westfield on Weekends (WOW) organization. “The house tour is an event people are always asking about,” said Tania Vancini, who is chairing the event. Following a hiatus of three years, the event was “reinvigorated” four years ago and will highlight eight homes as part of this year’s self-guided tour which begins at noon at Westfield Creative Arts. Westfield Dickens Days encompasses several events, beginning on Nov. 25 with a Dickens Days Village Stroll from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., a Lantern Light Workshop from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a Lantern Light Parade stepping off at 6:15 p.m. followed by the Mayor’s Tree Lighting ceremony. Also, the ninth annual Dickens Days Dinners are planned Dec. 8 and 9 with an interactive version of Dickens’ magical ‘A Christmas Carol,’ performed by WOW’s troupe of actors. “We will have costumed greeters at the
door of each home on the tour,” said Bob Plasse, adding that Westfield Creative Arts will become Mr. Schnitzel’s Holiday Market for the day. “Everyone is welcome to stop in and purchase merchandise on display.” Applications are now online at www. westfieldonweekends.com for persons considering opening their home for the holiday celebration. The deadline is Oct. 31 to submit your name, address, telephone number and a short paragraph about your home to either tmv413@yahoo.com or carolsaltus@ gmail.com. Committee members reviewing requests include Vancini, Plasse, Carol Saltus, Lori Price, Betty Faulhaber, Andrea York and Ed Orgill. If your home is among those chosen, committee members will set up a time to visit your home and explain the process of the day’s festivities. Over the years Vancini noted that homeowners have been creative in their presentations – ranging from one woman who played the piano and attendees sang Christmas carols – to one family who had displayed 25 different themed Christmas trees. “One home on this year’s tour is back by popular demand,” said Plasse, noting it will require everyone to ascend a “long flight of stairs.” Also, Vancini said a protégé of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) had designed a home in the city which will See House Tour, Page 8
By AMY PORTER Correspondent WESTFIELD – The Westfield Cultural Council (WCC) has announced the 2017 community grants application cycle is now open. Nearly $20,000 is available for creative programs, projects, and organizations located within city limits. Artists, arts-and-humanities based non-profits, and municipal groups such as schools are invited to apply for up to $5,000 in grant funding. The online application is simple, asking applicants for basic budget information and the scope of the project. Applications were made available online on September 1 and are due by end of day on Monday, October 16, 2017, and may be found at www.mass-culture.org/westfield. “We’re really looking for a way to continue to build the cultural identity for Westfield. In recent years especially, our arts and culture has increased with so many new events, and we are so glad to have been a part of it,” said WCC chair Amy Tosi. “We’re not looking for anything s See Grant Funding, Page 8
Holiday farmers’ markets slated By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD-As the popularity of the Westfield Farmers’ Market on the lawn of the Episcopal Church of the Atonement continues to grow, four Saturdays have been added to its schedule. Originally scheduled to end on Oct. 5, the market will continue on Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to coincide with the Westfield Pumpkin Fest event. Winter market dates are Nov. 18, Dec. 9, and Feb. 10, all operating from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Several other western Massachusetts towns have winter markets and our vendors have requested that we continue ours throughout the winter,” said Debbie Randzio, who co-manages the market with Peter Langmore. “We tried two Saturdays last year on an experimental basis, and they were very successful and well attended.” Randzio noted that the market committee sought to
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mountainous areas, on the rail trail, in the woods, and handling brush fires. Having a five-seat vehicle makes a big difference for the fire department. “This gives us that flexibility,” said Anderson. Anderson was also very appreciative of the generosity of the Southwick Fireman’s Association. “This is a great and generous donation,” said Anderson. For any questions or comments regarding the new off-road vehicle, contact the Southwick Fire Department at 413-569-6363.
Vogels celebrate 60th Wedding Anniversary This past Saturday a milestone event, the 60th Wedding Anniversary, of Philip and Barbara Vogel was celebrated. The gathering was planned and held at their daughter's home in Westfield, and was attended by family members, friends, and neighbors. It was a very nicely prepared celebration enjoyed by all who came by to express their congratulations. (Photo submitted)
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ODDS & ENDS Diamond on the highway: Officer comes to driver’s rescue PARAMUS, N.J. (AP) — A police officer has come to the rescue of a New Jersey woman who lost her diamond engagement ring on a highway while changing a flat tire. Police in Paramus said Kimberly Garcia realized when she got home on Sunday that she had lost her ring after pulling over to change the tire. She went back to the highway that day with police, but they couldn’t find the ring. For Officer Jon Henderson, the search wasn’t over. He returned to the highway during his free patrol time on Monday and found the ring. The department posted a photo of Garcia with Henderson , smiling with the ring back on her finger.
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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Wednesday, Sept. 20, the 263rd day of 2017. There are 102 days left in the year.
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n September 20, 1967, the Cunard liner RMS Queen Elizabeth 2 was christened by Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II in Clydebank, Scotland.
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In 1519, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan and his crew set out from Spain on five ships to find a western passage to the Spice Islands. (Magellan was killed enroute, but one of his ships eventually circled the world.) In 1870, Italian troops took control of the Papal States, leading to the unification of Italy. In 1884, the National Equal Rights Party was formed during a convention of suffragists in San Francisco; the convention nominated Belva Ann Bennett Lockwood for president. In 1911, the British liner RMS Olympic collided with the Royal Navy cruiser HMS Hawke off the Isle of Wight; although seriously damaged, the Olympic was able to return to Southampton under its own power. In 1947, former New York City Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia died at age 64. In 1957, Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, 91, died. The police drama “M Squad,” starring Lee Marvin, premiered on NBC-TV. In 1958, Martin Luther King Jr. was seriously wounded during a book signing at a New York City department store when he was stabbed in the chest by Izola Curry. (Curry was later found mentally incompetent; she died at a Queens, New York, nursing home in 2015 at age 98.) In 1962, James Meredith, a black student, was blocked from enrolling at the University of Mississippi by Democratic Gov. Ross R. Barnett. (Meredith was later admitted.) In 1973, in their so-called “battle of the sexes,” tennis star
Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, at the Houston Astrodome. Singer-songwriter Jim Croce, 30, died in a plane crash near Natchitoches, Louisiana. In 1984, a suicide car bomber attacked the U.S. Embassy annex in north Beirut, killing at least 14 people, including two Americans and 12 Lebanese. The family sitcoms “The Cosby Show” and “Who’s the Boss?” premiered on NBC and ABC, respectively. In 1999, Lawrence Russell Brewer became the second white supremacist to be convicted in the dragging death of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas. (Brewer was executed on September 21, 2011.) Raisa Gorbachev, wife of the last Soviet leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, died at a German hospital after a battle with leukemia; she was 67. In 2000, Independent Counsel Robert Ray announced the end of the Whitewater investigation, saying there was insufficient evidence to warrant charges against President Bill Clinton and first lady Hillary Clinton. Former Soviet cosmonaut Gherman Titov died at age 65.
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President George W. Bush declined to criticize Blackwater USA, a security company in Iraq accused in a shooting that resulted in civilian deaths, saying investigators needed to determine whether the guards violated rules governing their operations. Thousands of chanting demonstrators filled the streets of Jena, Louisiana, in support of six black teenagers, five of whom were initially charged with attempted murder in the beating of a white classmate (the charges were later reduced). Floyd Landis lost his doping case when two of three arbitrators upheld the results of a test that showed the 2006 Tour de France champion had used synthetic testosterone to fuel his spectacular comeback victory. (Landis forfeited his Tour title and was subject to a two-year ban, retroactive to January 30, 2007.)
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On a day when thousands of angry Pakistanis tried to make their way to the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, the embassy aired an ad on Pakistani TV showing President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton denouncing an anti-Islamic video produced in the United States. Space shuttle Endeavour, riding atop a Boeing 747, landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California en route to its eventual retirement home, the California Science Center in Los Angeles.
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In their final speeches at the annual gathering of world leaders, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon railed against leaders who kept “feeding the war machine” in Syria, while U.S. President Barack Obama said there was no military solution to the five-year conflict. A black police officer fatally shot Keith Lamont Scott, a black man, at a Charlotte, North Carolina, apartment complex, prompting days of civil unrest (Charlotte-Mecklenburg police later said that the shooting was justified). Movie director and screenwriter Curtis Hanson (“L.A. Confidential”) died in Los Angeles at age 71.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS:
Actress Sophia Loren is 83. Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Taylor is 82. Rock musician Chuck Panozzo is 69. Actor Tony Denison is 68. Hockey Hall of Famer Guy LaFleur is 66. Actress Debbi Morgan is 66. Jazz musician Peter White is 63. Actress Betsy Brantley is 62. Actor Gary Cole is 61. TV news correspondent Deborah Roberts is 57. Country-rock musician Joseph Shreve (Flynnville Train) is 56. Rock musician Randy Bradbury (Pennywise) is 53. Actress Kristen Johnston is 50. Rock singers Gunnar and Matthew Nelson are 50. Rock musician Ben Shepherd is 49. Actress Enuka Okuma is 45. Actress-model Moon Bloodgood is 42. Actor Jon Bernthal is 41. Singer The Dream is 40. Actor Charlie Weber is 39. Rock musician Rick Woolstenhulme (WOOL’sten-hyoolm) (Lifehouse) is 38. Actress Crystle Stewart is 36. Rapper Yung Joc is 35. Actor Aldis Hodge is 31. Actor Malachi Kirby is 28.
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asked Figy to talk about the permitted uses in the proposed district. The proposal lists permitted uses as number one: Hospital; number two: Medical or dental offices, clinics and associated services and laboratories; number 3: Nursing homes, social service and rehabilitation centers, and number four: Parking facilities and accessory uses customarily incidental to a permitted use. Figy said parking over 25 spaces and construction over 5,000 square feet would require special permits. “These would be by-right uses as I see it,” Vincent responded. Chair Philip McEwan opened the hearing up to the public, first for questions of fact. He said later there would be an opportunity to speak for or against the proposal. “As it stands right now, the ZBA has defacto power to grant variances,” asked Ed Watson of Chestnut Street. Figy said it would have to fall within their purview. McEwan said the hospital is not an allowed use in a residential district, so the ZBA grants variances. He said the hospital currently comes to the Planning Board for site reviews. “Now, almost everything they do, they must go to the ZBA for a variance or special permit,” clarified Westfield city planner Jay Vinskey. “The point is, they were able to get three major expansions under the current law,” Watson said. “My vision is that this would be a catalyst for downtown,” Figy said. He said the hospital’s priority is for a new emergency department. He said Baystate Noble’s ER is the second busiest in Hampden County, serving 30,000 a year in a facility built for 15,000. ‘Why is it not possible to go through the same process that has always been done,” asked resident Virginia Beattie of Chestnut St. Figy said that before they invest millions of dollars to develop plans, they want assurances of a process. He said the ZBA is intended to determine driveway expansions and inlaw apartments in Residence A zones, not multi-million dollar business development. “(With) what we’re doing, I believe the city can protect the neighbors and help the hospital,” he said. Ward 3 Councilor Andrew K. Surprise said it appeared that the city would be creating a spot zone. “It seems like we’re creating a zone for the hospital. Other medical facilities wanted to know if they
Continued from Page 1 could apply for a medical zone,” Surprise said. He asked why not take the time to create a city-wide zone. Bridget Matthews-Kane of Court Street said at the neighborhood meeting (held last week), the hospital is thinking 3-5 years down the road for development. “What’s the urgency?” Matthews-Kane asked. Figy said this is going before the City Council now because the hospital is starting to make long term plans. Resident Kristen Mello asked if the zoning ordinance goes in, during the site plan approval process would residents have an opportunity to weigh in. Figy repeated that certain plans would automatically trigger a special permit. Planning Board vice chair William Carellas asked if Figy was concerned about zone creepage. Figy said Baystate Noble is not interested in purchasing other property. “Should the proposal go ahead, has anyone done a study on how that affects property values,” asked Larry Taibbi of Court Street. Figy responded that the hospital doesn’t anticipate a big increase in visits to the ER, just an increase in capacity to handle the volume. Later, Taibbi said his question about a property values study was not specifically answered. Most of the people speaking for the Medical Services District represented the hospital and the city. Peter J. Miller, the city’s director of community development said the new district would be good zoning and land use policy. He said the Baystate Noble board will also look more favorably on projects to modernize. “The default position of the ZBA is no, and it’s up to the petitioner to move to yes. The default of the Planning Board is yes within the ordinance.” Miller said it wasn’t too long ago that Noble Hospital had serious financial straits before they merged with Baystate. He said the city should do what’s in its power to encourage the board of directors, who recently invested $17 million in an ER in Palmer. “Let’s help make sure they retain a competitive place in the marketplace,” Miller said. Kate Phelon of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce said she is in favor of the medical services district. “As the city chose to recommend the zone change,.”
Resident Larry Taibbi of Court Street said he was concerned about property values if the zoning change were to go through. Phelon said, residents shouldn’t penalize a hospital that was built in a residential district. City advancement officer Joe Mitchell said variances are granted by the ZBA for hardship. “By us not acting, we are creating a substantial hardship. Many community hospitals have done this decades ago,” Mitchell said, calling it the “correct process.” Baystate Noble President and CEO Ronald Bryant, who lives in Westfield, spoke about the 2.8 million dollars in free care for residents annually, and said the hospital was one of the largest employ-
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ers in the city. He also said seven years ago, they were almost ready to go out of business until the merger with Baystate Medical. David A. Rosinski, director of engineering at Baystate Noble said no industry is regulated more than health care, repeating a point made by Figy earlier in the meeting. He said the district would strengthen the hospital’s long term goals. Speaking against the hospital’s zoning plan were residents who lived in the neighborhood. Watson, who lives on Court See Public Hearing, Page 8
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Cloudy, cool month of August slows melt of Arctic sea ice BY SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Arctic sea ice this summer dropped to its eighth lowest level on record, new federal data show. That's far below average, but considerably above the record low set five years ago. The National Snow and Ice Data Center said Tuesday that on Sept. 13 sea ice in Arctic shrank to its smallest area of the season: 1.79 million square miles (4.64 million square kilometers). Data center scientist Ted Scambos said the Arctic sea ice set a record for the smallest winter amount earlier this year and was close to 2012's record low levels through July. Then a cloudy and cooler than normal August kept melt to a minimum. "Weather patterns in August saved the day," Scambos said. The Arctic acts as a crucial refrigerator for Earth's climate, scientists say. A growing number of studies have linked Arctic sea ice decline to changes in the jet stream and some bouts of extreme weather. "It's bound to have an impact on global climate," Scambos said. This year's low is 610,000 square miles (1.58 million square kilometers) below the 30-year average but it is also 483,000 square miles (1.25 million square kilometers) above 2012's record low. The data center uses satellite readings that go back to 1979. Scambos said this year is clustered with several other recent years behind 2012. He said this year's sea ice level fits with an overall steady decline over the decades, but one that varies in fits and starts. The latest findings do not mark a recovery from 2012, he said. Instead they suggest that 2012 was an outlier, with a combination of freak conditions that dropped levels lower than normal man-made global warming would cause, Scambos said. "It's not going to be a staircase heading down to zero every year," Scambos said. "It's not the same as in the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s or 90s." "The Arctic will continue to evolve towards less ice," he said. "There's no dodging that."
Mueller team questions deputy AG amid probe of Comey firing By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Special counsel Robert Mueller's office has questioned Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein as it probes the firing of former FBI Director James Comey, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Tuesday. It is not clear exactly when the conversation took place, or how long it lasted, but Rosenstein is relevant to Mueller's investigation because he authored a memorandum in May that the White House initially held up as justification for Comey's firing. The fact that Mueller's team would speak with Rosenstein is not surprising given his direct involvement in Trump administration conversations that preceded the May 9 ouster and the evolving White House explanations of it. But the questioning is nonetheless an indication of investigators' continued interest in the circumstances surrounding Comey's ouster, and whether it constituted an effort to obstruct an investigation into potential coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign. Mueller's team of investigators is expected to interview current and former White House aides in coming weeks as part of that investigation, according to people familiar with the matter. The people who discussed the conversation with Rosenstein, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing investigation. Mueller's team of investigators reports to Rosenstein, who oversaw the Justice Department's Russia investigation following the recusal of Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Rosenstein told The Associated Press in June that he would recuse from oversight of Mueller's investigation if necessary and warranted, though he has not done so as of Tuesday and it was not clear when or if he intended to. "As the Deputy Attorney General has said numerous times, if there comes a time when he needs to recuse, he will," the Justice Department said in a statement Tuesday night. Rosenstein appointed Mueller as special counsel one week after Comey's firing, and one day after it was revealed that Comey had alleged in an internal memo that President Donald Trump had asked him to end an investigation into former national security adviser Michael Flynn. The White House initially explained Comey's firing by saying Trump was acting on the recommendation of Rosenstein, who wrote a scathing memo about Comey's handling of the
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In this June 8, 2017 photo, former FBI director James Comey testifies before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, on Capitol Hill in Washington. The Republican attacks on fired FBI Director James Comey have sharply intensified in the last two weeks, with broadsides delivered on Twitter, public statements and even from the White House podium. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) Hillary Clinton email investigation. But that narrative was muddled days later when Trump, in a television interview, said he would have fired Comey regardless of the Justice Department's recommendation. It was revealed earlier this month that Trump and aide Stephen Miller had drafted, but not sent, an earlier memo that sought to justify Comey's firing. That document is now in Mueller's possession. Rosenstein has said he stands by the memo and his assessment that Comey mishandled the Clinton email investigation by publicly announcing the FBI's findings instead of ceding that authority to the Justice Department. But he has also said he did not intend for his memo to be used as a justification for firing. In a June interview with the AP, Rosenstein said he understood his involvement in Comey's firing could lead him to eventually step aside from overseeing Mueller's work. "I've talked with Director Mueller about this," Rosenstein said. "He's going to make the appropriate decisions, and if anything that I did winds up being relevant to his investigation then, as Director Mueller and I discussed, if there's a need from me to recuse I will."
Who wins, who loses in bill aimed at upending Obamacare By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The GOP's last-ditch effort to repeal "Obamacare" would redistribute hundreds of billions of dollars in federal financing for insurance coverage, creating winners and losers among individual Americans and states in ways not yet fully clear. Independent analysts say the latest Senate Republican bill is likely to leave more people uninsured than the Affordable Care Act, and allow states to make changes that raise costs for people with health problems or pre-existing medical conditions. After closed-door meetings Tuesday, supporters seemed confident but acknowledged they're not sure if the bill can
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pass. There's only a narrow window for the Senate to act under special budget rules that expire at the end of the month. The Congressional Budget Office has said it doesn't have time to complete a full analysis of the impact on coverage before the deadline. The biggest changes would start in 2020 — the next presidential election year. That's a political risk for Republicans, since health care changes often involve unforeseen problems. A key feature of the legislation from Sens. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana would put the ACA's financing for subsidized private health insurance and Medicaid expansion into a giant pot and redistribute it among states according to new formulas. States could obtain federal waivers allowing them to modify insurance market safeguards for consumers. For example, states could let insurers charge higher premiums for older adults. The 31 states that expanded Medicaid are likely to see a funding reduction over time, as well as states, like Florida, where many residents received subsidies for private health insurance, said Larry Levitt of the nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation. "Every state has to start from scratch creating its own health insurance program, in some cases with reduced federal funding and in some cases with increased federal funding," Levitt said. "I don't think at this point anybody knows what states are going to do." Following the framework of previous Republican bills, the new legislation would also limit overall federal financing for Medicaid, which serves more than 70 million low-income people. That feature affects the entire program, not just former President Barack Obama's expansion to cover more low-income adults. It would change the current open-ended nature of Medicaid financing, a move that prompts deep concern from hospitals, doctors, nursing homes, consumer groups, and some state officials. "The bottom line is most states will experience a reduction in federal funding under the bill," said Caroline Pearson of the consulting firm Avalere Health. "States that expanded Medicaid are likely to see some of the biggest cuts."
Graham says his bill will allow states to take the initiative on health care, designing programs that work best under local conditions. "I believe that most Republicans like the idea of state control of health care rather than Washington, D.C., control," he said. "We've come upon an idea that is uniquely Republican." But Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, sees problems. "It seems that it has many of the same flaws as the bill that we rejected previously," said Collins, one of three GOP senators whose opposition derailed the last Republican legislation. Here's a look at some winners and losers under the bill: Winners — People who don't believe the government should require individuals to purchase a costly private service like health insurance. The bill would repeal "Obamacare's" unpopular requirements for individuals to have coverage and for larger employers to offer coverage. The trade-off is that without such a legal requirement, more people are likely to be uninsured. And an accident or unexpected illness can make that a costly decision. Losers — People with health problems or with pre-existing medical conditions could be charged more if the state they live in obtains a waiver from current requirements that forbid insurers from charging higher premiums based on health status. States could also seek waivers from the current requirement that insurers cover 10 basic kinds of services, such as maternity and childbirth, or mental health and substance abuse treatment. Winners — Medical device manufacturers. The bill would repeal an ACA tax on the industry. But it would leave in place Obama's tax increases on upper-income individuals, a feature that may cause problems among some conservatives. Losers — States that expanded Medicaid, including 17 with Republican governors. The more generous federal match for the expansion would be phased out, and some of the money would be redistributed to states that did not expand their programs. Winners — People who use tax-sheltered health savings accounts for health care expenses. Contribution limits would be raised and consumers could use their accounts to pay insurance premiums, not just out-of-pocket costs such as copays and deductibles.
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Louise M. Gonzalez TORRINGTON, CT – Louise Margaret Gonzalez, age 97, died peacefully at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Torrington, CT on September 16, 2017 after a brief bout with pneumonia. She was born in Westfield, Massachusetts to the late Thomas William Fleming and Florence Agnes McHugh on January 16, 1920. Louise is predeceased in death by her husband’s, Robert Fenton, and Anthony Gonzalez, a brother Thomas Fleming, a sister Florence Boutin, and a son John Gonzalez. Louise attended the Prospect Hill Elementary school, the intermediate school, and Westfield High school in Westfield, Massachusetts before she graduated from hairdressing school in Springfield, Massachusetts. Louise enjoyed entertaining and hosting weekly Bridge Club parties. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing, ceramics, reading, dancing and some travel. During her life time, Louise experienced things we take for granted today. Can you imagine what it was like to hear the first radio broadcast or the first television broadcast? The invention of refrigeration, air conditioning, and dishwashers. She saw the first moon landing. She saw the music industry change from the big band era to what we enjoy today. She saw the rise of the legendary Hollywood actors and actresses. The invention of the first TV dinner. She has seen this country engage in several wars. She went through the flood of 1955 and so much more. She was very fortunate to experience so many things. She loved being a devoted wife and mother. She was raised in the Catholic Church and was a very supportive member. Louise leaves behind a son, Robert Fenton of Apollo Beach Florida, a son Michael Gonzalez and wife Susan of Colebrook, CT, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren and several other family members. Calling hours will be between 6 – 8 on Friday, September 22, 2017 at the Firtion-Adams Funeral Home, 76 Broad Street, Westfield, MA 01085. A service will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 12:00 noon at the Firtion-Adams Funeral Home, 76 Broad Street, Westfield, MA 01085. A burial will follow at the Russell Cemetery, Russell, Massachusetts. Firtionadams.com
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2nd Annual Glow-Walk on the Trail Event Sponsored by Friends of the Columbia Greenway Experience the trail at dusk. Join Friends Board members for our 2nd Annual full moon walk Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:307:30pm. We will listen for evening sounds along the trail, look for the full moon in the sky, and view the historical markers along the way. Meet us on the sidewalk at the corner of East Silver St. and Coleman Ave (parking near Big Y on the Coleman Ave side). We will walk up the access ramp and proceed south on the trail to the dry bridge and return (approx. 2 miles). Bring a small flashlight and dress for the weather. Glow sticks will be available from the Friends group.
Lt. LaCroix retires Westfield police Lt. Michael LaCroix (left) recently retired after serving on the Westfield Police Department for 32 years and his friends, family and former colleagues gathered Sunday for his retirement party. LaCroix’s former boss, Chief John Camerota, was on hand and presented him with a plaque and a mayoral proclamation to honor his service to the city. (Photo by Carl E. Hartdegen)
Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017 3:48 a.m.: Accident, Montgomery Street. Police received a report of a loud bang outside of a building. Police reported that a vehicle had struck a building after going through a fence and small tree. No damage to the building and no injuries were reported. According to police, the driver reported that they dropped their phone and reached down to pick it up, which resulted in the crash. 11:17 a.m.: Accident, Main Street and George Street. Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident. A 2005 Honda Civic and a 2017 Honda Accord were involved. Police reported one person injured and was transported to Baystate Noble Hospital via Westfield Fire ambulance and personnel. One tow truck was also requested. 11:23 a.m.: Identity fraud, walk-in. Police received a report from a person who claimed that a collection agency out of a state they never lived in had contacted them. 12:19 p.m.: Accident, minor prop, East Main Street. Police reported a single-vehicle accident in a parking lot. No injuries reported and no tow trucks requested. 1:40 p.m.: Identity fraud, walk-in. Police received a report of alleged identity fraud from the reported victim. The victim claimed their information was compromised after someone had contacted them for their information. 4:09 p.m.: Accident, South Maple Street and Maple Terrace. Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident. A 2001 Ford vehicle and a 2017 Ford F250 were involved. No injuries reported and no tow trucks requested. 4:33 p.m.: Motor vehicle violation and arrest, East Mountain Road. Police reported that a vehicle was stopped after they were found to be traveling 45 MPH on radar in a 30 MPH
Court Logs Westfield District Court Sept. 12, 2017 Christopher A. Szczepanek, 29, of 30 Beckwith Ave., Westfield, had a charge of assault and battery dismissed upon request of defendant, brought by Westfield Police. Cary J. Tancrati, 70, of 31 Charles Johnson Road, Southwick, was released on his personal recognizance pending a Nov. 29 hearing after being arraigned on charges of firearm, store improper large-capacity near minor, and owner fail to report firearm transfer/loss, brought by Southwick Police. Billy Q. Ho, 22, of 71 Orange St., Westfield, had a charge of leave scene of property damage admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding until dismissed upon payment, with fees assessed, brought by Westfield State University Police. Lynn M. Patten, 46, of 36 Blandford Stage Road, Russell, was released on $100 cash bail pending a Nov. 29 hearing after being arraigned on charges of credit card, improper use under $250, credit card, improper use over $250, and larceny over $250 by single scheme, brought by Westfield Police. Gary S. Germain, 37, of 334 Woronoco Road, Apt. # 3, Woronoco, was released on $2,000 personal surety and with pretrial conditions pending a Nov. 10 hearing after being arraigned on charges of operating under influence of liquor, speeding and negligent operation of motor vehicle, brought by Westfield Police. Joseph M. Munroe, 19, of 98 Fort Pleasant Ave., Springfield, had a charge of unregistered motor vehicle with a finding of responsible filed with defendant’s consent, while charges of unlicensed operation of motor vehicle, number plate violation to conceal ID and uninsured motor vehicle admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding until Sept. 12, 2018, and a charge of possession to distribute class B drug admission to sufficient facts found but continued without a finding until Sept. 12, 2018, with fees assessed, brought by Southwick police. Chelsea A. Lucia, 21, of 121 Garden St., West Springfield, had fines and fees assessed after pleading guilty to a charge of arrestee furnish false name/SSN, brought by Southwick Police. Mark A. Gouty, 51, of 28 Buckingham Dr., Southwick, was released on $500 cash bail and with pretrial conditions pending a Nov. 30 hearing after being arraigned on a charge of assault and battery on family/household member, brought by Southwick Police.
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zone. Police reported that the operator, Michal P. Fabiani, 31, of Westfield, also reportedly had a suspended license. Police arrested Fabiani and charged him with operating motor vehicle with license suspended and speeding in violation of special regulation. 9:42 p.m.: Arrest, Northwest Road. Police reported that in collaboration with an ongoing investigation, they executed a search warrant and arrested Chelsea C. Daly, 22, of Granville, and charged her with possession to distribut class A drug and possession class B drug. Police reported that approximately 25 bags of heroin were allegedly found during the search.
Man charged with grabbing 3 teenage girls ruled incompetent WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — A man charged with grabbing three teenage girls walking to school in Worcester has been found mentally incompetent to stand trial. The Telegram & Gazette (http://bit.ly/2wGCexb ) reports that a judge Tuesday ruled that 24-year-old Fredy Cruz was incompetent and sent him to a mental health facility for a 40-day observation. Cruz is charged with two counts of kidnapping a child, two counts of assault and battery, and one count of enticing a child under 16. Police say he tried to abduct two 15-year-old girls and a 14-yearold girl on the same day in April 2016. All three girls fought off their attacker. Cruz was arrested the following day carrying a backpack containing pliers, rope, duct tape, a pocket knife and a drill. His lawyer says he denies the charges.
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2nd Annual Chili Cook Off The 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off to benefit the Southwick Community Episcopal Church will take place on September 24, 2017 from 4:00-6:30 at the church located at 660 College Hwy Southwick, MA . Bring a crockpot to compete! Family fun activities-Open to all. See web or FaceBook page for competition rules. Email denese@ southwickchurch.com with event questions.
Southwick Rotary Club plans its annual steak roast Chris Boyd, President of the Southwick Rotary Club, announced that the plans for the steak roast are now in place. He said “that Rotary has been hosting this event for over 25 years. The steak roast has been one of the area’s favorite venues for residents, individuals, local business leaders, civic clubs, organizations, and town leaders who gather together for a good cause.” The experience is unique as everyone joins around the open grill to cook his/her steak while enjoying the camaraderie. The roast will be held on September 20th at the VFW Post 872, 151 Point Grove Road, Southwick, starting at 6:00 p.m. Boyd also said that the grounds at the VFW include a play yard for children, and horse shoe pits for those who chose to play a game or two. The menu includes steaks and burgers along with a baked potato, salad, corn-on-thecob, desert and refreshments (cash bar). Live entertainment and a raffle will be provided. Tickets are $30. The Club will also salute our community first responders – Police Fire and SEMA. Tickets may be purchased from Rotarians Bob Fox at 413 579 4585 or any member of the Southwick Rotary Club. Proceeds from the event will support youth and community projects.
‘Cook Smart, Eat Well’ Series Coming to the Westfield Senior Center in September Beginning in September, the Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Street, will be the host site for a four-week 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 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.
Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce – September Dinner – End of Summer Sizzler! September 21, 2017 (5:00 pm) Join us at The Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, MA as we end the summer and kick off our fall events. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to engage with business owners, managers and enterperenueurs from the Greater Westfield Area. Entertainment: Steve Nagle of Rock 102 and DJ Roast Beef providing the main course for your listening pleasure. Thank you sponsors: Platinum: Mestek, Inc., Entertainment Sponsor: Splash Marketing and Creative, Registration Table Sponsor: CHH Engraving, Signature Cocktail Sponsor: Fast Track to College, Dessert Table Sponsor: Bright Cloud Studio, Toast to New Member: The Executive SEO. Tickets: Members $45, Member Table of 8 $320, Potential Members $55. No refunds after September 18, 2017. On-line registration will be available on our website @ www.westfieldbiz.org or please call Pam at the Chamber at 413.568.1618.
COOKING ON DEADLINE: Cream of Carrot Soup By KATIE WORKMAN Associated Press Humble, bumpy, rough carrots. We peel and slice them into sticks and stuff them in lunchboxes, or put them out with a dip when company comes. We chop them and use them in soups and stews, but rarely do we let them star on their own. This bisque-like soup changes that thinking. Pretty and lush, this creamy bowl of deliciousness gives carrots their due respect. And it's worth pausing to shake your head at how cheap carrots usually are; you can do a lot with a pound or two of carrots, and they won't make much of a dent in your food budget. Carrots are also seriously nutritious — tons of vitamin A and antioxidants, and an assortment of other vitamins and minerals. But once you start eating, you will not be thinking, "Boy, this sure is healthy!" Just surrender to the velvety texture and round flavor of the soup. The addition of a small amount of white rice simply serves to thicken the soup once it's pureed, which lets the carrots and other supporting vegetables hold the spotlight. However, I did try this recipe with jasmine rice once, and liked the faint aromatic flavor that it lent to the mix. And it's always amazing to me how a small amount of cream added to a soup adds such voluptuousness and rounds out the flavor. Skip it only if someone has a lactose problem (and in that case, ladle out their portion and add a bit of cream to the rest). Don't tell them what they are missing.
CREAM OF CARROT SOUP Serves 8 Start to finish: 1 hour (at least 30 minutes hands off) 4 slices bacon 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1/4 cup uncooked white rice 6 cups less-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
This 2017 photo shows a cream of carrot soup in New York. This dish is from a recipe by Katie Workman. (Katie Workman via AP)
1/2 cup heavy cream To serve (optional): Crumbled cooked bacon Crumbled feta, goat cheese or blue cheese Chopped fresh parsley In a large pot or a Dutch oven, saute the bacon until it is crisp, over medium high heat. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, let cool and drain, and crumble the bacon. Set aside. Pour off all the bacon fat from the pot, and then melt the butter over medium heat. Add the carrots, onion, shallots and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes, until the carrots have started to become tender. Add the rice and the chicken broth, turn the heat
to high, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer the soup, covered, for 30 to 40 minutes, until the vegetables are completely tender and the rice is very soft. Puree the soup in batches in a blender or a food processor, or use an immersion blender to puree it in the pot, until very smooth. Stir in the cream and heat through. Serve the soup hot, topped with the bacon, a crumble of whatever cheese you like, and some parsley. Give it a final sprinkle of pepper if desired. ——— 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.
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The Cruisin’ with Bruce Marshall car show The Cruisin' with Bruce Marshall car show at the Hampton Ponds Plaza took place Tuesday evening before the rain drops hit. The next and final Cruisin' with Bruce Marshall car show of the season will take place next Tuesday, Sept. 29th at the Hampton Ponds Plaza. (Photos by Danny Nason)
Westfield Cruisers presents check to Homeward Vets Julie Leavitt (l) and Gary Francis (c) from The Westfield Cruisers present a check for $3200 to Rebecca Twining (r) representing Homeward Vets. The money comes from a car show that took place at the Westfield Fairgrounds earlier this summer.
Westfield Bridge Club Results from Thurs., Sept. 7th North/South: 1st: Candy Pennington & Eileen Doherty ; 2nd: Sue Labucki & Marcel Jacques; 3rd: Vi Martinell & Cindy Fullerton East/West: 1st: Lolly Templeton & Ann Kousch; 2nd: Dottie Alexander & Dot Burke; 3rd: Grace Pietrogallo & Ellie Siska Duplicate is played Thursday afternoons from 1:00 – 4:00 at The American Inn in Southwick. All players are welcome.
Student Think Tank Returning The Westfield News Student Think Tank is a news column comprised of various high school students writing about current events or issues that have drawn the eye of either the country or local people. The Student Think Tank will appear monthly and all high school aged students are welcome to join. If you, or anyone you know, would like to write for the Think Tank, please email patrickberry@ thewestfieldnewsgroup.com
Get your HiSET/GED It is not too late to get your HiSET/GED! Westfield Community Educations’ Free Preparation classes starting soon! Please call 413-336-3100 for an appointment to register! Don’t Delay! Classes are made possible due to the generosity of the following program supporters: Berkshire Bank-Beveridge Family Foundation-Charles H. Hall Foundation Bank of America, N.A., Trustee-City of Westfield, CDBG-Kiwanis Club of Westfield-Shurtleff Children’s Services, Inc.-Westfield AcademyWestfield Bank Future Fund-Westfield Police Association-Westfield Athenaeum-Western Mass Hospital
Westfield Farmers’ Market The Westfield Farmers’ Market takes place on the lawn of the Church of the Atonement, 36 Court Street, from noon to 6:00 pm every Thursday thru October 6, rain or shine. Music all day, sponsored by the Westfield Cultural Council. Cooking Demonstrations at 3:00 . Thanks to a generous grant from an anonymous donor, SNAP customers receive an additional weekly match up to $5.00 when they purchase tokens at the Market table with their SNAP EBT card.
Westfield Creative Arts Classes Now Enrolling Westfield Creative Arts (WCA), a program of Westfield on Weekends Inc. (WOW), is located in the heart of downtown Westfield at the Rinnova Building at 105 Elm Street. Enrollment for fall creative arts classes is currently underway. Adult classes in acrylic painting, oil painting, watercolor painting, chair caning, knitting, crocheting, photography and creative writing are enrolling students and classes will start within the next several weeks. You may join an existing class and your fee will be prorated to the amount of classes you are able to attend or wait for a new section to begin. Classes run for 4, 6 or 8 weeks depending on the class in our well lit centrally located gallery. Future classes include calligraphy, quilting, basket making (including Nantucket baskets), and small piece upholstery. Class size is limited to allow our instructors to provide individualized instruction. Check website for current information www.westfieldcreativearts.com or give us a call at 413-579-5967 with any questions. Registration accepted by phone or mail. We are also looking for instructors interested in sharing their knowledge with beginning to intermediate students interested in learning a new craft. Contact us for more information.
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Congregation Ahavas Achim of Westfield has spaces open in its Hebrew School starting for the next school year in September for third through seventh grades. The Hebrew School meets weekly on Mondays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Support for the program is provided by the Jewish Endowment Foundation of Western Massachusetts, a division of the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts, Inc. For more information, call Andy at 569-1148.
Reunion planners are collecting updated contact information for all members of the three Westfield high school classes who graduated in 1968: St. Mary’s High School, Westfield High School and Westfield Vocational High School. We need email addresses, postal addresses and phone numbers. Email your information to the official reunion email address: whssusan.andrews@ aol.com, or call Helena Mochak at 413-562-
CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars part of Amazon Smile CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars is set up as an eligible charity in Amazon Smile. If you use Amazon, we would appreciate it if you would make all your purchases through Amazon Smile because CSF will get a percent of all purchases made. It only takes a minute to setup your account. – Go to www.smile.amazon.com – Box at bottom right of screen “Pick your own charitable organization” -Type CSF Westfield and then click the Search button -Click the Select button next to our organization name
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3254. And please pass this request to any classmate, near or far, who may not see it here. The combined 50th Reunion will be held September 1, 2018 (next year!!) at East Mountain Country Club. A save the date postcard will be mailed this coming September 1. The classes of 1968 have held several mini reunions in recent years, all advertised via email or word of mouth. Thus, the planners are looking for email addresses from as many classmates as possible. The next mini reunion is November 4, 2017 at East Mountain Country Club. Get us your email address so we can send you the details.
Museum Passes Available The Huntington Public Library has new museum passes available for patrons to borrow that were purchased by the Friends of the Huntington Public Library. They are the Amelia Park Children’s Museum (discounted), The Children’s Museum at Holyoke, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, The Norman Rockwell Museum (discounted), Old Sturbridge Village (discounted), and the Springfield Museums. The Friends were able to purchase these passes with monies raised through their annual Used Book Sale and Calendar Raffle. The library also has free passes to the Clark Art Museum, the Smith College Museum of Art, the Berkshire Museum, The USS Constitution Museum, and a discounted pass to Mystic Aquarium.
When it comes to 21st century multimedia platforms, “hyper local” is a term you hear a lot. It’s not a new idea. In fact, The Westfield News has been providing readers with “hyper local” news coverage of Westfield, Southwick, and the Hilltowns all along. Television, radio and regional newspapers only provide fleeting coverage of local issues you care about. TV stations and big newspaper publishers, after years of cutbacks and mergers, frankly aren’t able to provide in-depth coverage of smaller markets anymore. But, day in and day out, The Westfield News provides consistant coverage of the stories you need to know about, that are important to your city, town, neighborhood and home.
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Street “close to the hospital,” said in his opinion every business has a right to grow. However, he said that Baystate is a multi-billion dollar company, compared to the City of Westfield with a budget of $137 million. He said the city was outmatched. “I honestly believe that when dealing with a larger corporation, I just want to make sure that you put whatever you need to” in the ordinance. He asked the city to keep in mind that Westfield “is just a place where they happen to have a building.” Resident Holly Robbins said she was worried about the noise. “The people in the neighborhood have to endure all the noise, dirt and traffic. So many problems you can’t even anticipate,” Robbins said. She said recently she woke up to the hospital cleaning their parking lot Saturday morning at 7 a.m. with a big machine. “I’m for progress. Once it’s there, there will be something else to make the neighborhood miserable,” she added. Elena Boulanger of Court Street said she had consulted two real estate brokers who she has known for a long time, who both said the abutted property values will decrease. “Think not of just that hospital. You have a lot of people in the neighborhood who don’t want this to happen.” “I feel the zoning change gives the hospital too much power,” said Matthews-Kane. “I think we need to stick with the current process, which is a couple of extra steps. Think about the neighborhood,” she added. She said parts of the neighborhood are historic, and near South Middle School and Highland Elementary, to which many students walk to school. “The zoning law might not protect us,” she said. At the end of public comment, Vincent said the hospital is non-profit. “How is that going to prevent other facilities in the city from attempting to apply for this,” he said. Figy said every other medical building in the city is properly zoned. “I’d like to see this become a hospital zone, not medical services. Maybe if permitted use was more limited, (neighbors) might be more comfortable,” Vincent said. A motion was made to positively recommend to the City Council to accept the zoning change. Vincent proposed an amendment to eliminate numbers 2 and 3 (medical or dential offices, nursing homes and rehabilitation centers among others) under permitted uses. No second was given for the amendment. The motion to recommend the Medical Services District passed the Planning Board with a 6-1 vote. Following the public hearing, residents gathered in the halls to voice their opposition to the vote. “They didn’t listen. With the new zone change, the city won’t be able to deny the hospital,” said Matthews-Kane. “Why do they get a better say than we, when we pay taxes,” added Beattie. Matthews-Kane said that earlier on Tuesday a petition opposing the medical services district signed by thirty nine residential owners within 300 feet of the hospital was filed with the City Clerk to be certified. Residents said they also plan to attend the public hearing Thursday at the City Council meeting.
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feature the winter markets around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day. Market committee members joining Randzio and Langmore include Maria Parent, treasurer; Kate Pighetti, cooking demonstrations; Donna Tatlock-Calkins, Judy Harvester, Lynn Hayward and Mike Cassanelli, who oversees the “crew.” Randzio added that 21 additional volunteers help staff the market in jobs ranging from set-up and take-down, managing the website and Facebook pages, and organizing and recruiting musicians, to processing SNAP transactions and performing hosting duties. “We are always in need of more volunteers,” said Randzio. Randzio is hopeful that area residents will continue to support the market vendors even when the regular season wraps up. “Winter markets provide farmers the opportunity for income during the winter months when their fields are dormant and they might otherwise have to live on reduced income or find other jobs to make up the difference in their incomes,” said Randzio. “They can sell winter-keeping produce as well as preserved fruits and vegetables, and jams and jellies made from their summer harvest.” Randzio said many of the regular summer season vendors will return with seasonal products including winter vegetables and squash, jams and jellies, pickles, relishes, soaps and oils, gift baskets, holiday meats, baked goods, mushrooms, pottery and sweets. “Customers have an opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind gift items created by local artisans and crafters,” said Randzio. “By attending the winter markets, area residents support local agriculture, fuel the local economy, support healthy communities, and farmland preservation, conservation and education.” Langmore echoed those sentiments. “The market is a community gathering place to meet friends and neighbors,” said Langmore. “The market also supports local businesses by bringing traffic downtown and providing a space for start-up businesses to try out their products. Additionally, the market supports local musicians and customers can listen to great music each week for free.” Randzio noted that the October market will be conducted outdoors and then the market will move indoors for the winter months. The church is ADA accessible with free parking and features an outdoor playground. Live acoustic music performances will also be a highlight of the market days, added Randzio. The HIP Program and the $5 SNAP Match, supported by a grant from an anonymous donor, and the Loyalty Card Program, will continue. For more information, as well as vendor applications, rules and regulations, visit the market website at westfieldfarmersmarket.net, call (413) 562-5461, ext. 101, or send an email to farmersmarketwestfield@gmail.com. “The application form allows vendors to apply for individual Saturdays or all three winter markets,” said Randzio. “We close applications when the market is full and we run out of space.”
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submit a resolution to authorize the creation of the “Turnpike Industrial Road Economic Opportunity Area,” according to the agenda, which is based on the area around 70 Turnpike Industrial Road. Sullivan said this could allow the area to qualify for state grants. Then, Sullivan is expected to submit an order to amend a bond to allow money to be used for the Springfield Road traffic signal. According to Sullivan, the city council previously voted to put a cap of $400,000 on the money allowed to be spent, which is what the amendment entails. There is also an order submitted to allow the city to take on a portion of land on Montgomery Road near Westfield High School, that has a pump station on it. Sullivan said that this is part of a larger sewer project in the area and was sent to city council by the Westfield School Committee. Finally, a job description for the Chief Financial Officer and submission related to a basketball referee appointment within the city is on the “Communications” list. In “Reports from City Officers,” City Clerk Karen Fanion is submitting orders related to upcoming elections, which includes polling locations and the Ward Four preliminary election occurring Sept. 26. In “Petitions, Remonstrances and Other Papers,” two businesses are looking for Junk Dealer’s licenses, which could allow for the sale of used items, and public hearings are scheduled for both. Another public hearing is scheduled, this time for the proposed Medical Services District in the West Silver Street and Court Street areas around Baystate Noble Hospital. The proposal first came from Ward Two Councilor Ralph Figy and a public meeting was previously held at Noble. That meeting drew concerns from residents, including questions about future developments at the hospital if the zoning were approved. Then, a petition from the Westfield Planning Board is expected to be submitted to add a new section via zoning amendment to the zoning ordinance, related to lighting. According to City Council President Brent Bean, the amendment is due to changes in technology related to signage, which can include flashing and changing lights, as well as movement on the signs and increased brightness. Bean said the ordinance within the city should be revamped to keep up with technology. “We are going to have to start taking pieces of this and update it,” he said. Then, the final item listed is a submission of a “Notice of Intent for Stephan and Susan Oleksak to Convert land” on Western Avenue into “Commercial/Industrial use for a large scale solar power field,” according to the agenda. The city has first right of refusal on the property. In “Reports of Committees,” the Personnel Action Committee is following on the appointment of two Zoning Board of Appeals members, one a first alternate and the other a second alternate, that were previously nominated by Sullivan. From Public Health and Safety Committee, Bean said that information gathered during a
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be featured on the tour. “The home is reflective of prairie-style architecture,” said Vancini, adding the home’s theme will be “A Classic Hollywood Holiday.” “The homes that are chosen celebrate the holiday season,” added Price. Vancini echoed those sentiments. “The homes on the tour celebrate the season of giving and sharing,” said Vancini, noting that homes come in all shapes and sizes. “Many of the homeowners also share culinary
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pecific, but we are looking for large impact projects that best serve a large group of our residents,” she added. WCC funding priorities are for quality community-wide programs, and collaborative projects between cultural groups and community organizations. All events must take place in Westfield. Under the guidelines, the WCC emphasizes its commitment to bringing new cultural events to the city and states that, realizing other local support may be difficult to secure for an untried event, the WCC may fully fund an event in the first year. However, to best leverage the funds provided by the state, the WCC encourages organizations to apply for partial funding for subsequent years, while finding other sources of financial support. First priority is given to grants written by organizations. Grants written by artists and supported by organizations will be considered when (and only when) the event has a definite venue and date. Those applicants seeking grant funds over $800, or first-time applicants, may also be asked to attend a WCC Meeting. Applications for field trips will not be considered. Last year, the council awarded nearly $20,000 in grants to support community-wide programming in a range of creative fields. Alicia Hansen (Arts), Friends of the Westfield Athenaeum 1st Annual Open, $400 Bob Plasse for Westfield on Weekends, (Arts), The WOW Winter Cabaret Series, $3,000 Bob Plasse for Westfield on Weekends, (Arts), WOW/Westfield Creative Arts Marketing, $3,000 Bob Plasse for Westfield on Weekends, (Arts), Lanternlight Parade and Workshop, $800 Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield, (Arts), After School Fine & Performing Arts, $1,490 Denis Cormier / Hands on History, (Humanities), The American Revolution, $800 Episcopal Church of the Atonement – Westfield Farmers’ Market, (Arts), Music at the Market, $2,135 First Congregational Church, (Arts), Community Carol Festival, $300 Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center, (Arts), From Page To Stage – Favorites from children’s lit, $620 Greater Westfield Choral Association, Inc., (Arts), Spring Choral Concert, $1,000 Henderson, Steve, (Arts), Mabel and Jerry – a play, $450 Kimberly Chisholm-Godshalk, (Science), Rainforest Reptiles Show, $975 Kimberly Chisholm-Godshalk, (Humanities), Contact Period, $300 MUSIC Dance.edu, (Arts), From JAZZ to Hip Hop, $400 Novi Cantori of Greater Springfield, (Arts), Home for the Holidays, $500 Sawyer, Thomas, (Arts), Open Air/Open Mic Series, $1,000 Southampton Road School, (Arts), Berkshire Hills Music Academy Performance Troupe, $700 Western Hampden Historical Society, (Arts), First Ladies-Part I, $250 Westfield Athenaeum, (Humanities), Family Yoga, $510 Westfield Athenaeum, (Arts), Tom McCabe Writing and Storytelling, $300 Young Singers of Greater Westfield, (Arts), Young Singers of Greater Westfield Concert Series, $1,000 Dependent upon the state allocation, the new cycle of grants will be awarded in the autumn of 2017, after the application deadline closes. Individuals, nonprofits, unincorporated organizations, public schools and religious organizations are invited to apply for funds to assist in producing or continuing arts, humanities or science-centered programs that take place in Westfield. The WCC is a commission appointed by the city to grant money allocated annually by the Massachusetts Cultural Center, to nurture the creative community and encourage economic growth through the arts and humanities locally. Each municipality across the state is allocated grant money by the MCC to distribute as they see fit.
public meeting regarding Cowles Bridge, the bridge that Westfield Fire Department was requested to not use with apparatus that exceeded weight restrictions. The meeting included Sullivan, Sen. Don Humason, Rep. John Velis, Westfield Fire Chief Mary Regan and other city officials. Then, a review of the fire pit ordinance language is expected from the committee, as well. The final item in this section is from Zoning, Planning and Development Committee, and is related to locations of clothing drop boxes and newspaper vending machines “throughout the Core district and East Main Street,” according to the agenda. According to Bean, the council is working through this item, determining what can and cannot be done, with an ordinance possibly eventually being created. In “Unfinished Business,” Bean said that all three items are final readings and votes of items voted on previously. The first is to amend an ordinance related to the former bust stop on Elm Street that was changed to on-street parking. The second is to amend an ordinance to allow the Community Development Director to also include “the duties of Parking Clerk,” which Bean said included updating the language on what the Community Development Director was doing. The third is a zone ordinance on Main Street and Taylor Avenue to change “from Commercial A and Residential C to Business A,” which has been related to a proposal for a Dunkin’ Donuts in that area. Bean said that the item was a zoning change only, and was not a review of the plans for the site. “We are just cleaning it up, it’s a preexisting nonconforming use of the property,” Bean said. The final item in “Unfinished Business” is a continued public hearing on a “contractor’s yard and trailer drop and office use and associated site improvements” on Servistar Industrial Way. The public hearing has been continued before but according to Bean, the project has not been heard by the city council yet. In the final set of items, “Motions, Orders or Resolutions,” there are two items related to the city’s fire services. The first item is a motion from Bean and Ward Five Councilor Robert Paul for a ribboncutting at the Little River Road fire station that was recently renovated. Related to that, Bean is expected to make a motion to hold fire commission meetings at the Little River Road location. Bean said that there are limited areas in city hall to hold meetings for the many commissions and boards in the city, and this would help alleviate that. And the last item is expected to be a motion from At-Large Councilor David Flaherty to request a transfer of all of the “healthcare ‘premium holiday’ funds to the OPEB or Stabilization savings accounts in order to help reduce the $260+ million unfunded obligation,” according to the agenda. According to Bean, the city’s long term health care account “is healthy,” so the city has the ability to move funds to two or three accounts.
treats so it is a wonderful interactive day for everyone,” said Saltus. Faulhaber concurred. “It’s all about the spirit of the season,” said Faulhaber, who has also opened her home to tours in the recent past. Tickets for the noon to 4 p.m. event will be available at the Westfield Athenaeum, online, and on the day of the event at Westfield Creative Arts. Tickets are $20 per person.
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Jendrysik said that last year, being new to the school and district, he went to observe the class. “It was one of the best things I’ve seen, an outstanding experience for me,” he said. He called the course a “unique opportunity for Westfield,” and he was troubled that it might be an opportunity that was lost. School Committee member Kevin Sullivan asked if the course could be salvaged to be used this year. Flaherty said the company she contacted said they could come as early as October 2, and thought they would salvage it for the spring, and some fall time. Both he and Mayor Brian P. Sullivan spoke about the time they spent on the course while students at the school. School Committee member Ramon Diaz, Jr. said he also looked back fondly on the time he spent on the course. “It was one of the highlights of my high school. I got a lot out of the teamwork,” he said, adding that he used the skills learned later in the military. “School choice is intended for exactly this type of opportunity,” Diaz said. “This is an example of maintenance not happening. I do support it, and thank you for bringing it up,” Cynthia Sullivan added. A motion was made to expend the funds from School Choice, which passed unanimously.
It’s Showtime! If you like to laugh, you’re in luck. The Westfield Theatre Group, a department of the Westfield Woman’s Club, is thrilled to announce their fall production, “Murder by Indecision”, written by Daniel O’Donnell and produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service Inc. This mystery/comedy stars Linda Slozak as Agatha Crispy, the world’s best known mystery playwright, as she attempts to crank out her newest and last manuscript. As she struggles through the first few pages of her play, Miss Maple (played by Joan Perkins-Smith), Inspector Dryfus (played by John Kielb) and all her characters come to life on the stage. For a complete cast list, visit the WTG website. Any fan of classic Agatha Christie mysteries will love this hilarious spoof, directed by Meaghan Farrell, produced by Kurt Wildman, with Stage Manager Sally Memole. Performances will be October 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st at 7:30 PM with a 2:00 PM matinee performance on the 21st at the Westfield Woman’s Club, located at 28 Court St. in Westfield, MA 01085. For additional information and to be guaranteed tickets go to westfieldtheatregroup. com and click on Reservations or call (413) 572-6838.
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Putnam’s goalie attempts to stop the Westfield Tech offense with this save. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Westfield Tech’s Darryl Reopel (17) heads the ball high over the Putnam defense Tuesday at Hubbard Park in Springfield. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Westfield Tech’s Brad Marion (9) kicks the ball. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Westfield Tech’s Ruvim Suprunchuk (11) steps into a corner kick. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Westfield Tech’s Ed Borodin (22) launches a header at the Putnam net. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Tigers roar again By CHRIS PUTZ Staff Writer SPRINGFIELD – A golden era of soccer is upon those associated with soccer at Westfield Technical Academy. While the girls’ soccer program is off to one of its hottest starts in several years – Westfield Tech shut out Commerce 4-0 Monday to improve to 3-1 – the boys’ team, which has made winning a habit under the tutelage of coach Kyle Dulude, continues to quietly impress in the early going this season. Westfield Tech received goals from Philip Lisyanyy and Ruvim
Suprunchuk to net a 2-0 road win over Putnam Tuesday at Hubbard Park to improve to 5-0-1. Daryl Reopel and Brad Marion earned assists. Westfield Tech came away the winner, winning 50-50 balls with greater physicality. “It was great to see our boys step up to the challenge and finish strong,” coach Dulude said. “We are off to a very good start.” Dan Kontsimal anchored the Westfield Tech defense, alongside fellow teammates Kaiden Feist and Dave Tikhonchuk. Tigers’ goalie Anatoliy Suprunchuk (5 saves) recorded a shutout.
It’s 14 vs 14 as Aaron Blanchard goes against his Franklin opponent.
Jake Butler goes airborne.
“We have (the) rest of the week off, so a little rest (between) now and then,” Dulude said. “Then we will push hard at practice Thursday and Friday. Notes: On Monday, Westfield Tech shut out Greenfield on the road behind two goals each from Westfield Tech’s Philip Lisyanyy (10) Kontsimal and Brad Marion, and a battles Putnam’s Kavan Henry (13) for possession of the ball. (Photo by shutout in net from Suprunchuk. Chris Putz)
Saints rally for tie St. Mary’s 5, Franklin Tech 5 St. Mary’s rallied from a threegoal deficit, scoring three unanswered goals to escape with a tie
against Franklin Tech. The Saints defense – led by Aidan Burke, Hayden Lussier, Nick Herman, Brady Collins, Joe Lucardi, Blake Braceland, and Trent Viamari – shut out Franklin Tech in the second half.
Westfield Tech’s Bodhi Hall (23) throws the ball in from the sidelines. (Photo by Chris Putz)
Jack Lamirande recorded a hat trick for St. Mary’s; Saints’ Aaron Blanchard and Kevin Rockwal each had a goal. Jake Butler had two assists, and Lamirande and Blanchard each had one. St. Mary’s goalie Dom Nomakeo finished with 12 saves. See H.S. Roundup, Page 11
Jake Butler and Aaron Blanchard get past a Franklin defender to control the ball.(Photo by Marc St.Onge)
St. Mary’s Jack Lamirande turns the corner against his Franklin opponent.
St. Mary’s Kevin Rockwal battles a Franklin defender in Tuesday’s game.(Photo by Marc St.Onge)
LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STANDINGS/RESULTS FOOTBALL Westfield 0-1 BOYS’ SOCCER Westfield 3-3 Southwick 2-0 Gateway 0-3 St. Mary 0-3-1 Westfield Technical Academy 5-0-1
GIRLS’ SOCCER Westfield 5-0 Southwick 2-1-2 Gateway 1-1-2 St. Mary 0-4 Westfield Technical Academy 3-1 GOLF Westfield 4-3 Southwick 7-0 St. Mary 1-4 Westfield Technical Academy 0-0
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL Westfield 0-3 Southwick 1-2 FIELD HOCKEY Westfield 0-4 Southwick 3-1 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY Southwick 1-2 St. Mary 0-2 Westfield Technical Academy 0-2
GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY Westfield 1-0 Southwick-Tolland 1-1 TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS’ SOCCER Westfield Technical Academy 2, Putnam 0 St. Mary’s 5, Franklin Tech 5 Agawam 4, Westfield 0
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GOLF Southwick-Tolland 21.5, Hampshire 2.5 Westfield 167, Holyoke 176 Willenborg, Umana lead Saints St. Mary’s 13, Turners Falls 7 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY Hampshire 19, Southwick-Tolland 41
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HIGH SCHOOL 2017 FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Wed., Sept. 20 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY at Northampton, Northampton Community Gardens, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY at Northampton, Northampton Community Gardens, 3:45 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 21 FIELD HOCKEY at Smith Academy, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at West Springfield, 5 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER at Chicopee Comp, 5:15 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY at Smith Academy, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at West Springfield, 6:15 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at Chicopee Comp, 7 p.m. Fri., Sept. 22 BOYS’ SOCCER vs. East Longmeadow, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. East Longmeadow, 4 p.m. GYMNASTICS vs. Agawam, Chicopee Comprehensive High School, 6 p.m. FOOTBALL at Hoosac Valley, 7 p.m. Mon., Sept. 25 JV FOOTBALL vs. Hoosac Valley, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY at East Longmeadow, 6 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY at East Longmeadow, 7:30 p.m. Tues., Sept. 26 GOLF at Minnechaug, Wilbraham Country Club, 3 p.m. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY at Longmeadow, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY at Longmeadow, 3:45 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. West Springfield, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. West Springfield, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Chicopee Comp, 5 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL vs. Chicopee Comp, 6:15 p.m. Wed., Sept. 27 GOLF at Ludlow, Ludlow Country Club, 3 p.m. JV GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at SouthwickTolland, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at SouthwickTolland, 5 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 28 JV GIRLS’ SOCCER at West Springfield, Clark Field, 5 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at West Springfield, Clark Field, 7 p.m.
WESTFIELD TECHNICAL ACADEMY Wed., Sept. 20 GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. St. Mary, 4 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 21 GOLF at Sabis, Veteran’s Golf Course, 3 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER at Ludlow, Chapin Street Elementary, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Hampden Charter School of Science, Bullens Field, 6 p.m. Fri., Sept. 22 No Sports Scheduled Mon., Sept. 25 GIRLS’ SOCCER at John J. Duggan Academy, Tree Top Park, 4 p.m. Tues., Sept. 26 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Mahar, Palmer, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Frontier, Palmer, 3:45 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER at John J. Duggan Academy, Tree Top Park, 4 p.m. Wed., Sept. 27 GIRLS’ SOCCER at Sci-Tech, Berte Field (Central HS), 4 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Ware, 6 p.m.
SOUTHWICK-TOLLAND REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Wed., Sept. 20 GOLF at South Hadley, The Ledges, 3 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY at Holyoke, Roberts Sports Complex, 4:30 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY at Holyoke, Roberts Sports Complex, 6 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 21 GOLF vs. West Springfield, Edgewood Country Club, 3 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER at Hampshire Fri., Sept. 22 FIELD HOCKEY vs. Mohawk, 4 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Palmer, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Palmer, 4 p.m. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL at Pioneer Valley Christian, 5 p.m. Sat., Sept. 23 GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Agawam, 11 a.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Agawam, 11 a.m. Mon., Sept. 25 GOLF vs. Northampton, Edgewood Country Club, 3 p.m. Tues., Sept. 26 GOLF vs. Hopkins Academy, Edgewood Country Club, 3 p.m. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Monson, Granby, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Monson, 3:45 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER at Frontier, Herlihy Field, 4 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY at Mahar, 4 p.m. JV BOYS’ SOCCER at Frontier, Sunderland Recreation Field, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY at Mahar, 4 p.m.
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Wed., Sept. 20 No Sports Scheduled Thurs., Sept. 21 GIRLS’ SOCCER vs. Pope Francis, 6 p.m. Fri., Sept. 22 JV BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Central, 4 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER vs. Central, 6 p.m. Mon., Sept. 25 GIRLS’ SOCCER at Easthampton, Nonotuck Park, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS’ SOCCER at Easthampton, Nonotuck Park, 4 p.m. Tues., Sept. 26 BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Pope Francis at Hampshire, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY vs. Pope Francis at Hampshire, 3:45 p.m.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Of the eight teams off to 2-0 starts this season, perhaps the most impressive has been the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs went into Foxborough and handled the New England Patriots in the NFL's regular-season opener and followed that up with a win over the Philadelphia Eagles in their home opener. Because of that start, Kansas City grabbed the top spot in the latest AP Pro32 poll , which was released on Tuesday, receiving eight of 12 first-place votes for 378 points in balloting by media members who regularly cover the NFL. "Alex Smith has never looked better, Justin Houston is healthy again and creating havoc with the pass rush, and the Chiefs have made a clear statement with wins over the Patriots and Eagles that they are to be taken very seriously," Newsday's Bob Glauber said. The AFC West, which has three of the 2-0 teams, also has three teams in the top six of the AP Pro32. The Atlanta Falcons moved up three spots to No. 2, and received one first-place vote, after routing the Green Bay Packers in their NFC championship game rematch on Sunday night. "No signs of Super (Bowl) hangover," said Fox Sports' John Czarnecki. The Oakland Raiders also received a firstplace vote and jumped three places to No. 3. The Raiders are just ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who received the remaining two first-place votes for 343 points. "Pittsburgh's defense has improved markedly after a few pedestrian seasons — as the Bears are about to discover," said Ira Kaufman
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Westfield vs. Agawam Boys’ Soccer
Sam Winiarski and Aidan Dunn close in on the Agawam rusher.
Aidan Dunn almost scores.
Sam Winiarski fights for control of the ball. Tyler Shrewsbury makes one of his many great plays on defense.
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Set-up for loss Agawam 4, Westfield 0 Westfield got beat twice off of set pieces, where when the ball is returned to open play, particularly off of free kicks, corners, and sometimes throw-ins. “We still haven’t figured that out yet,” said Westfield coach Andrew Joseph, regarding one his team’s biggest weaknesses thus far this season. “It’s the one thing we need to overcome and fix if we’re going to have a shot here.”
On a corner kick Tymofii Ugrin rises above the Agawam defenders to head the ball on goal.
Continued from Page 9 about the top of the lineup.” Southwick’s top three golfers – Longhi, No. 3 Matthew Garrity, and Durand – have been averaging under 40 scores in seven matches this season. Longhi shot a 37 Tuesday, with Garrity (39), and Durand (41) just behind. Selden also noted that Southwick’s sweeping success has been made possible by a lineup that has taken care of business from top to bottom.
Hogan’s heroes prevail
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Rams dominate again Southwick-Tolland 21.5, Hampshire 2.5 Southwick improved to 7-0 with a road win over Hampshire (5-2) at Beaver Brook Golf Course. “We just have a senior laden lineup – five out of the top six are seniors,” Southwick coach Al Selden said. When you have a one (James Longhi) and two (Brad Duran) that have been playing since freshman year, it’s nice just not having to worry
Westfield 167, Holyoke 176 Jack Hogan shot an even par-36 to lead Westfield (4-3) to victory at home. “He’s just been on fire lately,” Westfield coach Chris Strycharz said of his top golfer, who is averaging 36 over his last five matches. “He’s been great for us, playing really, really well. I can’t say enough great things about him.” Liam Webster shot his low round of the season, a 41.
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Willenborg, Umana lead Saints St. Mary’s 13, Turners Falls 7 St. Mary’s Luke Willenborg medaled with a 42 at Thomas Memorial Golf Course, and Saints’ Many Umana (52) picked up a key four points. BOYS’ CROSS COUNTRY
Vyda nips Carroll Hampshire 19, Southwick-Tolland 41 Hampshire’s Chris Vyda outdueled Southwick-Tolland’s Bill Carroll for the victory. Rams’ Matt Jansen posted a respectable effort to come in 12th. Southwick-Tolland, boasting several young runners, will get their first big race experience at the Ted Dutkiewicz Invitational Saturday. GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL Ludlow def. Westfield 25-22, 25-22, 25-16 Autumn Moccia (4 kills), Madi Robitaille (3 kills), Stephanie Sgueglia (8 digs), and Tabby Franceschet (2 aces) led Westfield.
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Dear Annie By ANNIE LANE
Stressed About Mom’s Finances Dear Annie: Our family is like most families -- dysfunctional. Our father worked two jobs most of his life to better himself for the good of his family. My mother was a spender, but my father controlled the money. When my father passed, my mother was finally free to live as she wanted. Yet my eldest sibling, “Dan,” suddenly controlled all her money. Never was there a family meeting to discuss finances. Recently, we learned that Dan has taken liberty with our mother’s money. Almost everything my father worked for is gone. Our mother needs assistance, and now she cannot afford it. I feel that Dan cheated not only my mother but also the rest of our family, because now we have this added burden of her care. Dan has never shown remorse. Our mother could press charges for elder abuse but has chosen not to go that route. The burden has mostly fallen upon me to care for our mother. I really enjoy our time together. But I am struggling now because the rest of the family wants to find peace and has let Dan back into the fold. He is a bad person who is a real con. He’s stolen from people outside the family, too. I cannot seem to accept this decision. I have forgiven the crook, but I cannot forget. I am keeping my distance from the situation and asking all other family members to assist with our mother’s care. My family has no idea of the stress this situation has put on me. I have lost some of my hair; I constantly break out in rashes; and I hardly ever sleep at night because I worry about our mother’s finances. I am wondering whether I am wrong to start thinking of myself and to stop worrying about our mother’s future. I know there are ways to get assistance for our mom, but without her pressing charges against the person responsible, it might be difficult. I would like all of us to find peace with this situation so there will be a legacy of love and kindness left by our mother. Can I just go on and pray that my other siblings will see that I need to separate myself from all of it? -- Heartbroken Dear Heartbroken: You might want to consult an attorney about your situation, just to be sure you’ve exhausted every avenue regarding your mom’s finances and your brother’s mishandling of them. That said, the person I’m worried most about is you. It is not wrong at all for you to start thinking of yourself. In fact, it’s imperative that you do. The rashes, hair loss and lack of sleep are symptoms of severe stress. Consider seeing a therapist, as it could greatly improve your quality of life. If not therapy, at least take other steps to improve your mental health -- whether that means planning a vacation, taking a fitness class or simply spending more time alone. Self-care is not self-indulgence. Dear Annie: I would like to make a public service announcement for all office workers. Please, for the love of all that is good, wear shoes! I don’t care how hot it is or that you chose to purchase uncomfortable shoes; keep your feet covered at work! Also, flipflops are not appropriate footwear for an office. Please choose one or more of the thousands of other summer footwear options out there. -- P.U. Dear P.U.: I’m printing your letter because summer is still going strong in a lot of the country. Unless you’re a yogi, keep your shoes on at work. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators. com. To find out more about Annie Lane and read features by other Creators Syndicate columnists and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.
HINTS FROM HELOISE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Dear Heloise: I work in human resources. If I’ve pulled your resume and want to speak to you about a job, I expect you to ask questions during the interview. But here are some things NOT to say: Anything that shows that you don’t know about my company. “I haven’t done this before, but ...” Badmouthing previous supervisors or jobs. “I’m better than all the other candidates.” “This will be great for my career path.” Don’t say, “I don’t know” -- think of SOMETHING to say regarding the question. “I love your suit” -- flattery of me is not appropriate. I hope these phrases won’t be used by job seekers. Have confidence in yourself, and show me that. -- Mary H. in Oregon AN EASY OUT Dear Readers: Here’s a partial list of places you may find yourself. Always locate the exits for these sites, for safety’s sake: * movie theater * airplane * office building * museum * restaurant -- Heloise WINDOW MARKER Dear Heloise: I mark all window/door locks in the open position with a red felt pen. I know immediately when they are left open. Many times, company will open a window or slider and leave it unlocked. -- Linda in California Send a money-saving or timesaving hint to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000, or you can fax it to 1-210-HELOISE or email it to Heloise(at)Heloise.com. I can’t answer your letter personally but will use the best hints received in my column.
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SOCCER 12:20 p.m. FS2 — Bundesliga, Koln vs. Eintracht Frankfurt 2:30 p.m. FS1 — Bundesliga, Hamburg vs. Borussia Dortmund FS2 — Bundesliga, Hertha BSC Berlin vs. Bayer Leverkusen 7 p.m. ESPN2 — MLS, Los Angeles at Atlanta United 9 p.m. ESPN2 — U.S. Open Cup, Final, N.Y. Red Bulls at Sporting Kansas City
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Stephen Colbert, left, and Sean Spicer pose backstage at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (Photo by Dan Steinberg/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)
Emmys steady in ratings but no Colbert bump; football rules By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hard-working Emmy Awards host Stephen Colbert and a Sean Spicer cameo helped the ceremony avoid a ratings slide but failed to significantly boost viewership. Sunday's Emmys on CBS drew 11.38 million viewers to rank as the week's No. 6 program, according to Nielsen figures released Tuesday. That's slightly more than last year's audience of 11.3 million, which was a record low for the ceremony. Colbert's opening song-and-dance routine and extended monologue included a number of digs at President Donald Trump and an appearance by former White House press secretary Spicer, who arrived on stage with his own lectern and drew surprised gasps from the theater crowd. While the NBC hit drama "This Is Us" was among the nominees, the field also had a number of more niche shows such as Hulu's "The Handmaid's Tale," streaming TV's first top drama winner. The increasingly splintered nature of TV is one reason the Emmys are challenged to draw a bigger audience. The ceremony also competed with a top-ranked NFL game. The football contest combined with two helpings of
"America's Got Talent" to give NBC the lead among networks, with an average 7 million viewers last week. Fox was second with 5.7 million, followed by CBS with 5.5 million; ABC, 3.8 million; Telemundo, 1.4 million; ION and Univision with 1.3 million each, and CW with 920,000. Among cable channels, ESPN was top-ranked last week with an average 2.8 million viewers, followed by Fox News Channel with 2.1 million, MSNBC with 1.6 million and USA with 1.5 million. ABC's "World News Tonight" topped the evening newscasts with an average of 8.34 million viewers. NBC's "Nightly News" had 8 million and the "CBS Evening News" had 6.8 million viewers. For the week of Sept. 11-17, the top 10 shows, their networks and viewerships: NFL Sunday Night Football: Green Bay at Atlanta, NBC, 20.2 million; "NFL Sunday Postgame," Fox, 13.96 million; "America's Got Talent" (Wednesday), NBC, 11.59 million; "America's Got Talent" (Tuesday), NBC, 11.57 million; "NFL Football: New Orleans at Minnesota, ESPN, 11.4 million; "Emmy Awards," CBS, 11.38 million; "Sunday Night NFL Pre-Kick," NBC, 10.25 million; . NFL Football: L.A. Chargers at Denver, ESPN, 9.95 million; NFL Football: Houston at Cincinnati, NFLN, 8.1 million; "60 Minutes," CBS, 6.8 million.
O’Reilly says his ouster was hit job and business decision By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Bill O'Reilly said Tuesday that his firing from Fox News Channel in April was a "political hit job" and that his network's parent company made a business decision to get rid of him. The deposed king of cable television news had a contentious interview with Matt Lauer on NBC's "Today" show, where he said his conscience was clear about how he dealt with women in the working world. O'Reilly was dismissed by 21st Century Fox following a review prompted by a report in The New York Times that five women had been paid a total of $13 million to keep quiet about disturbing encounters with the Fox host. At the time, the network was nine months past removing its founding CEO, Roger Ailes, following harassment charges. The combative O'Reilly had spent years as the most-watched figure in cable TV news. "This was a hit job, a political and financial hit job engineered by ...," O'Reilly said. Lauer interrupted him. "This was a vast left wing conspiracy?" said Lauer,
who was the interviewer two decades ago when then-first lady Hillary Clinton talked about a "vast right wing conspiracy" targeting her husband. "It wasn't vast," O'Reilly said. "Don't be sarcastic. Don't be sarcastic." Following the Times report, advertisers began fleeing from O'Reilly's show, encouraged by liberal media watchdogs that had long had O'Reilly in their sights. O'Reilly said that unsettled his bosses at Fox. Given his status at the network, Lauer asked whether it seemed safe to assume that company officials had been given some information or evidence that made it impossible for O'Reilly to stay. "That's a false assumption," O'Reilly said. "There were a lot of other business things in play at that time, and still today, that 21st Century was involved in, and that was a business decision that they made." That was an apparent reference to the Rupert Murdochowned company's $15 billion bid to take over Britain's Sky Broadcasting, which is still being reviewed by British authorities, who are looking at Fox's harassment issues, among other issues. "They made a business decision that they could possibly prosper more without me,"
BILL O’REILLY O'Reilly said. A spokesman for 21st Century Fox declined comment Tuesday on O'Reilly's interview. O'Reilly didn't discuss individual accusations, but urged viewers to read a story on the conservative website Newsmax that said one of his accusers had been arrested by Detroit police in 2015 and charged with making a false report about a boyfriend threatening her with a gun. He was asked by Lauer whether he had suffered any self-inflicted wounds. "Nobody's a perfect person," O'Reilly said. "But I can go to sleep at night very well, know-
ing that I never mistreated anyone on my watch in 42 years." Laura Keiter, spokeswoman for Media Matters for America, one of the groups that had advocated an O'Reilly advertiser boycott, said "NBC should not have hosted O'Reilly in the first place," particularly since he had earlier said he would bring up the article about one of his accusers. While Lauer did spend a substantial amount of time questioning O'Reilly about the harassment reports, Keiter said "the questions lacked sharpness and followthrough." O'Reilly appeared on the morning show to promote a book, "Killing England," one of a series he has written with Martin Dugard. The series, which includes the millionsellers "Killing Lincoln" and "Killing Kennedy," has made O'Reilly one of the country's best-selling nonfiction authors. But this is the first one where he hasn't had the platform of his Fox show to promote it. As of early Tuesday afternoon, "Killing England" ranked No. 4 on Amazon.com. About three-quarters of Lauer's interview addressed the circumstances around O'Reilly's firing before he was asked about the book.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017: This year you feel as if you have what it takes, and you really do. High magnetism and the need to manifest more of what you desire add to your ability to maximize what you want. You frequently assess whether your goals have transformed. If you are single, you easily might find yourself in a whirlwind romance. Enjoy dating, but don’t feel as if you have to commit. If you are attached, remember that a relationship is not a one-way street. Make sure to include your significant other in your life more. You understand LIBRA a little too well at times. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Defer to others in the morning, as it might be easier at that time. You have strong opinions, but you recognize that others do not necessarily have to agree with you. A close friend or loved one might make an overture that calms down the situation. Tonight: The call is yours to make. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH You wake up with an unusual idea. You are able to make changes quickly and efficiently. Your instincts point you down the path to success. The unexpected is likely to occur, which could force you to stop and think before proceeding. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH You move through the morning with ease, and are likely to find yourself in a creative situation. Idea after idea emerges when you are engaged in a conversation with a respected associate. Recognize your limits. Tonight: Allow your imagination to roam free. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH A conversation starts off your day. You might opt to stay at home or place yourself in a cozy environment in order to work through a problem. Your versatility reflects your moodiness, and easily could change your perspective. A new beginning becomes possible. Tonight: All smiles. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHHH Reach out to someone who might have a better understanding of your finances. Your sense of well-being could be instrumental to what occurs. You express a highly dynamic and positive attitude that mixes well with your innate magnetism. Tonight: Out and about. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH Be aware of the costs of delegating a job and not finishing it as you would like. You also need to be more aware of what is going on around you. Your confidence soars, and you feel as if you are unstoppable. Don’t allow anyone to distract you. Tonight: Go along with the moment. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH You achieve exactly what you want to. Your focus, planning and generous nature will take over and open up more opportunities. Many people who surround you express a sense of agreement with your choices, and they’ll happily follow your lead. Tonight: In the limelight. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH Use the morning hours to the max, when you can zero in on what you want. A friend might be involved in making your desire a reality. You have a lot to work through, so set aside time for reflection. You might be defensive about your choices. Don’t be. Tonight: Play it low-key. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You won’t hesitate to take the lead. You have a strong sense of self, which emerges when you’re dealing with others. What you make clear is that it is your way or the highway. Expect a strong reaction. Could you find an easier way of defining your terms? Tonight: On a roll. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You might wonder what would be the most effective way of taking charge of a difficult yet worthwhile project. Not everyone agrees with your choices and chosen direction. Be more responsive to others’ feedback, and listen well. Tonight: Stay on top of your obligations. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH At first your focus might be on a partner, but as the day goes on, you’ll concentrate on what’s best for the greater good. If you experience a change of heart, be sure to have a chat with those involved. Your openness is greatly appreciated. Tonight: You gain a deeper perspective. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH You have several people with whom you enjoy relating on a very intense level. Your perspective will change once you hear someone else’s viewpoint. Suddenly, you’ll gain an insight that will help remove any obstacle you might run into. Tonight: Express your versatility. BORN TODAY Actress Sophia Loren (1934), author Upton Sinclair Jr. (1878), author George R.R. Martin (1948)
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Houston 13, Cincinnati 9 Sunday’s Games Carolina 9, Buffalo 3 Tampa Bay 29, Chicago 7 Tennessee 37, Jacksonville 16 New England 36, New Orleans 20 Kansas City 27, Philadelphia 20 Pittsburgh 26, Minnesota 9 Arizona 16, Indianapolis 13, OT Baltimore 24, Cleveland 10 Miami 19, L.A. Chargers 17 Oakland 45, N.Y. Jets 20 Seattle 12, San Francisco 9 Washington 27, L.A. Rams 20 Denver 42, Dallas 17 Atlanta 34, Green Bay 23 Monday’s Games Detroit 24, N.Y. Giants 10
NATIONAL CONFERENCE East PF PA Home Away NFC 50 44 0-0-0 1-1-0 1-0-0 36 45 1-0-0 0-1-0 1-0-0 44 50 0-1-0 1-0-0 1-1-0 13 43 0-1-0 0-1-0 0-2-0 South PF PA Home Away NFC 57 40 1-0-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 32 6 1-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 29 7 1-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 39 65 0-1-0 0-1-0 0-1-0 North PF PA Home Away NFC 59 33 1-0-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 38 45 1-0-0 0-1-0 1-0-0 40 43 1-0-0 0-1-0 1-1-0 24 52 0-1-0 0-1-0 0-2-0 West PF PA Home Away NFC 21 26 1-0-0 0-1-0 1-1-0 66 36 1-1-0 0-0-0 0-1-0 39 48 0-0-0 1-1-0 0-1-0 12 35 0-1-0 0-1-0 0-2-0
AFC 0-1-0 0-1-0 0-0-0 0-0-0
Div 1-0-0 1-0-0 0-1-0 0-1-0
AFC 0-0-0 1-0-0 0-0-0 0-1-0
Div 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0
AFC Div 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-1-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 AFC 0-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 0-0-0
Div 1-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-1-0
Thursday, Sept. 21 L.A. Rams at San Francisco, 8:25 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24 Baltimore vs Jacksonville at London, UK, 9:30 a.m. New Orleans at Carolina, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Denver at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Pittsburgh at Chicago, 1 p.m. Miami at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Detroit, 1 p.m. Houston at New England, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Seattle at Tennessee, 4:05 p.m. Kansas City at L.A. Chargers, 4:25 p.m. Cincinnati at Green Bay, 4:25 p.m. Oakland at Washington, 8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25 Dallas at Arizona, 8:30 p.m.
Final evening for the 2017 Friday Couples League is September 29. Steak dinner and awards ceremony will follow golf. Teams must let us know if they will be playing and attending the final evening and dinner. The final evening will be a scramble format for each team with dinner to follow at approximately 7pm.
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LEGAL NOTICES
September 13, 20, 2017
September 20, 2017
TOWN OF SOUTHWICK, MASSACHUSETTS
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
DEADLINE EXTENDED
THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PROPERTY FOR LEASE Pursuant to MGL Ch. 30B, Section 16, SEALED PROPOSALS for leasing the building (Old Town Library) and a portion of the land located at 475 College Highway, Southwick, MA, will be received at the Office of the Select Board, Town Hall, 454 College Highway, Southwick, MA 01077, until 10:00 a.m. on October 17, 2017 at which time they will be publicly opened and read. A Mandatory Property Inspection date is set for September 27th, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Proposal specifications may be obtained by visiting the Town’s w e b S i t e a t www.southwickma.org
Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758
CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Estate of: Alice Venne Date of Death: 04/28/2016 To all interested persons:
The Petitioner requests that:
Gary J. Venne of Russell, MA City of Westfield be appointed as Personal RepMassachusetts resentative(s) of said estate to NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING serve Without Surety on the bond in an unsupervised adIN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ministration. PROVISIONS OF THE MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS, CHAPTER 131, SECTION 40 (WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT) A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON September 26, 2017 at 7:00 PM
IMPORTANT NOTICE: You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a writAT: Westfield City Hall ten appearance and objection Room 201 at this Court before: 10:00 59 Court Street a.m. on 10/10/2017. This is Westfield, MA 01085 NOT a hearing date, but a THIS MEETING IS HELD FOR deadline by which you must file a written appearance and A: NOTICE OF INTENT objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a SUBMITTED BY: timely written appearance and The Stanley Park objection followed by an Affiof Westfield, Inc. davit of Objections within F O R W O R K T O B E P E R - thirty (30) days of the return FORMED date, action may be taken AT: 0 Granville Road (26R-6) without further notice to you.
WORK WILL CONSIST OF: Replacement of wooden foot bridge. POSTED: September 22, 2016 DAVID A. DOE CONSERVATION COMMISSION CHAIRMAN
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A Petition for Formal Probate of Will wit Appointment of PerThe Town reserves the right to sonal Representative has been filed by: Gary J. Venne of reject any and all proposals. Russell, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Karl J. Stinehart Order and for such other relief Chief Procurement Officer as requested in the Petition. September 20, 2017
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UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Barbara M Hyland, First Justice of this Court. Date: September 11, 2017 Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate
Western Massachusetts Hospital is a specialty care hospital providing in-patient services to individuals in need of ventilator/respiratory, end of life care, neuromuscular, Alzheimer’s, and chronic care. Currently, we are looking for a MA licensed Beautician to fill a contract position providing services to our patients one day a week. Submit a resume to: Nursing Administration Western MA Hospital 91 East Mountain Rd Westfield, MA 01085
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16th Annual James Arps Memorial Golf Tournament The 16th Annual James Arps Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Tekoa Country Club, Westfield, MA. There is a 12:00 PM lunch, followed by a 1:00 PM shotgun start. The event is a 4-person scramble, at $90.00 a person. This includes lunch, contest hole entries, golf, cart, beer at the Turn and buffet dinner. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team, closest-to-the-pin (3 holes), and longest drive (men and women). Please contact Jeff Arps at 413-2216201 or email at arpsy@comcast.net. Proceeds will benefit the CdLS Foundation and the Westfield Children’s Library.
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business DIRECTORY CHIMNEY SWEEPS
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A STEP ABOVE THE REST! JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE Repair your chimney before winter wreaks havoc. We do brick repair, crown seals and repairs. We also do stainless steel liner installs, as well as stainless rain caps. We sweep all flues. Free estimates provided. Call: 413-330-2186
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.
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JML FORESTRY Seasoned Firewood for Sale 1/2 to Full Cords Delivered 413-575-8900 Westfield
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HENTNICK CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. Insured. Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, (800)793-3706.
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ELECTRICIAN JIM FERRIS ELECTRIC Senior discount. No job too small! Insured, free estimates. 40 years experience. Lic. #16303. Call (413)330-3682. FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE Fully experienced for all your electrical needs, in your home or business. No job too small or too big. Electrical service upgrades, new construction or additions, emergency generators; New installation and maintenance service. Fully insured/licensed. Call Jason, Master Electrician: 413-568-6293 POEHLMAN ELECTRIC All types of wiring. Free estimates. Insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE AND WHOLE HOUSE KOHLER GENERATORS, SERVICE UPGRADES, SMALL JOBS, POOLS. NOW DOING LIGHT FIXTURE REWIRING AND LAMP REPAIR. Gutter de-icing cables installed. All calls answered! Best prices, prompt service. Lic. #A-16886 (413)562-5816
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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
HOME IMPROVEMENT AFFORDABLE BUILDING CONTRACTOR 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
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LETOURNEAU & SONS PAINTING ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! 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. Call Bill for your FREE no obligation estimate (413) 977-9633 or (413) 562-5727
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FREE Removal of Junk Riding Lawnmowers Will remove any junk riding lawnmowers and will buy lawnmowers in running condition. Call anytime: 860-216-8768
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RAIN GUTTERS RAIN GUTTERS CLEANED & REPAIRED Chimneys repaired and chimney caps installed. Antennas removed. Roof leaks repaired, vent areas sealed. Senior citizen discount. Insured. Free estimates. H.I. Johnson Services (413)596-8859 (before 9pm)
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TRUCK SERVICE TOP TRUCK SERVICES CORP. Family Owned Servicing Western Mass since 1998
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APARTMENT CHESTER- 3 bedroom, 1-bath Duplex apartment. Available November 1. $725/month. Security deposit and references required. 413-519-5738.
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UPHOLSTERY KEITH'S UPHOLSTERY & REPAIRS 30+ years experience for home or business. Discount off all fabrics. Get quality workmanship at a great price. Free pickup and delivery. Call (413)562-6639.
WINDOW CLEANING CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Cleaned Inside & Out! Including screens and storm windows. Fully insured. Free Estimates Call Paul NOW for your FALL appointment. 413-237-2053
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
SERVICES A1 ODD JOBS/HANDYMAN Debris removal, landscaping, SPRING yard cleanup, interior and exterior painting, power washing, basic carpentry and plumbing. All types of repair work and more. (413)562-7462
PHIL'S DUMP RUNS & DEMOLITION Better Business Bureau A+ Removal of any items in cellars, attics, etc... Also brush removal and small demolition (sheds, decks, fences, one car garages). Fully insured. Free estimates. (413)525-2892 (413)265-6380