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ONLINE: www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, November 24, 2017 Senator Gobi presents award to North American Tool and Machine

BOSTON – North American more than 25 years, as their biggest ing capabilities and products. The Tool and Machine received a asset. event included companies who Manufacturer of the Year award “I was honored to present this make electronic storage systems, at a State House ceremony in award to Mary Beth and Jay rec- spheres, badges, network devices, October. The company was nom- ognizing the hard work they and bicycles, textiles, and even beer. inated by Senator Anne M. Gobi their team do,” said Senator Gobi. Formed in August 2014, the (D-Spencer). “Their company is world class Manufacturing Caucus includes Family owned and in operation and it is due to strong leadership, more than 60 legislators from for 30 years, North American Tool impeccable training, and the hard around the Commonwealth. and Machine located in Charlton work by each member of the com- Lawmakers focus on training for offers the latest technology in CNC pany.” manufacturing employees; encour- milling and turning to meet cus- The Massachusetts Legislative aging innovation by helping start- tomer machining needs. Whether Manufacturing Caucus hosted ups access resources; and expand- they need a prototype or custom its second annual Manufacturing ing apprenticeship opportunities part, the company houses a state award ceremony to recognize 53 in key manufacturing sectors. of the art CAD/CAM system to manufacturers that are truly mak- “We recognized 53 manufactur- Courtesy photo help customers with design issues. ing it in Massachusetts. The cere- ers who have had an impact on Senator Anne Gobi with (from left to right) Rep. Jeffrey Roy, Speaking with Senator Gobi they mony honored the manufacturers our economy, created jobs, and Mary Beth Czaja and Jay Czaja, owners of North American credited their employees, some and showcased their innovative Turn To AWARD, page A15 Tool and Machine in Charlton. who have been with the company and revolutionary manufactur- Pike incident Shepherd Hill earns Charlton highlights the gold at national Police to truck seek new parking issue championship sergeant

BY GUS STEEVES STAFF WRITER BY JASON BLEAU BY JASON BLEAU VILLAGER CORRESPONDENT VILLAGER CORRESPONDENT CHARLTON – A recent incident at Charlton’s Mass Pike rest area seems DUDLEY – The members of CHARLTON – Now that a new police to show that a long-running dearth of the Shepherd Hill marching chief is in place, Charlton is looking to truck parking has not been addressed. band have come home cham- fill even more gaps and needs within On Oct. 25, trucker Dan Cohen and pions after several hard fought the police department, starting with a several other drivers did what he’s competitions spanning the best temporary sergeant. done a few times -- parked for the night of New England and beyond. Selectmen approved adding a fourth to sleep. After receiving perfect sergeant to the force earlier this month, “It seems to me an unchallenged tra- scores and a gold medal in the naming detective and patrolman Gary dition that, because there’s so little Massachusetts Instrumental & Wood as a temporary designee for space in back, trucks park on that front Choral Conductors Association the position as a full-time sergeant is apron,” he said. finals in October, the band has sought out through a hiring process. On this day, though, they woke won and even bigger honor, first Selectmen previous approved around 6 a.m. to state troopers knock- place in their division in the US requesting a civil service list to fill the ing on their doors and telling them Bands National Championship position depending on who was pro- to move because they were illegally in New Jersey over Veterans moted to the position of chief, and with parked. Cohen agreed there is a “No Day weekend. Graham Mayfield recently appointed to Parking” sign covering at least part of The band competed in an event the position, that left two open positions that apron area, but noted none of the with more than 50 bands from within the ranks, and one in immediate trucks were impeding the flow of traf- across the country at Metlife need of being filled. fic into or out of the site. Although he Stadium, and repeated past suc- Maxfield recommended Wood for the characterized the troopers’ approach cess by taking the top trophy in position although Wood is not eligible as “yelling” when I spoke to him and Division 2. Band Director Dave to receive the promotion on a perma- described it as an “immature and Macuga said it was a proud nent basis due to a lack of testing. unprofessional fuss” in a letter he sent moment for him, and his stu- “It’s basically just backfilling my to the state police, Cohen noted the sit- dents, to share as they took the position is what I’m asking to do. We uation stayed peaceful. field and gave it their all. presently don’t have any supervising Initially, he wrote, he thought they “We did the same two years on midnights. (Gary Wood) is the senior were awakening people because they ago, so it’s been a good couple officer of the department and one of needed to clear space for emergency Courtesy photos of years and the weekend before the things that we haven’t been doing vehicles, but soon found they were Members of the Shepherd Hill band mug a bit over the last 20 years is career devel- with the trophy. Turn To CHAMPS, page A14 opment for our employees,” Maxfield Turn To TRUCK ISSUE, page A15 said. “I think it’s important because it’s good for the department that you have senior members acting or thinking like supervisors and ultimately that bene- Redmond hired as assistant town accountant fits the town.” The requested civil service list is BY JASON BLEAU Donna Foglio was adamant about add- expected to be completed by January, VILLAGER CORRESPONDENT ing Redmond to her staff and said the allowing for the department to prop- CHARLTON – The town has hired on new hire will help alleviate some of the erly fill the vacancy. The chief called a new assistant town accountant, and pressure off her shoulders as she helps Wood’s promotion as “truly temporary she is a familiar face. manage the finances of the town. Town position.” Selectmen approved the hiring of Administrator Robin Craver addressed The discussion evolved into a larg- Monica Redmond to the post, doubling the request at a Board of Selectmen er examination of the future needs of her responsibilities in Charlton as she meeting in early November, where she the Charlton Police Department with already serves as the assistant human said Foglio’s office was in need of a the chief noting that the department resources director in the town hall. helping hand. is working with minimal personnel as The new position will require ten hours “Many changes are taking place to it is. Courtesy Photo a week from Redmond with a pay of bring the town in full compliance. With “We used to have five sergeants. We $21.45 bringing her to 32 hours a week the amount of work being more than only had four for the last several years. Finance director Donna Foglio (right) intro- total within the town of Charlton. anticipated she has asked for an assis- At some point, maybe we’ll be having duces new assistant town accountant Charlton’s new finance director Turn To SERGEANT, A13 Monica Redmond (left) Turn To REDMOND page A15 page 2 •The Charlton Villager• Friday, November 24, 2017 www.StonebridgePress.com Town employees take part in training seminar Recently employees from Charlton complet- provider for Charlton offered the training free of whenever possible.” ed the “Preventing and Addressing Workplace charge as a membership benefit. McClain introduced participants to prevention and Discrimination” seminar at the Hogan Campus Center “The town of Charlton takes our citizens and response to issues of potential discrimination, includ- at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester. The seminar employees rights and safety very seriously and we ing discriminatory harassment. The interactive was led by Sheree A. McClain, a program trainer for the work hard to make sure staff is appropriately trained” class utilized employee participation and was geared Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination said Town Administrator Robin L. Craver, continuing toward supervisory personnel. Participants learned (MCAD). The Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance “We appreciate the training opportunities our insur- Turn To TOWN page A3 Association (MIIA), property and casualty insurance ance company provides and try to take advantage

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Logan added. Many of the 150 local entries “were Accuracy Watch futuristic,” focused on robots or the The Charlton Villager is committed to accu- like, but Logan saw White’s entry as “so racy in all its news reports. Although numerous original.” The second place, Williamson, crafted safeguards are in place to ensure accurate a fortuneteller gazing cross-eyed into a reporting, mistakes can occur. crystal ball; Smolski’s looks like either Confirmed fact errors will be corrected at robots or aliens; and McDonald’s is a the top right hand corner of page 3 in a timely spiral of hearts and people. manner. White said she feels peace is well-ex- If you find a mistake, call (508) 909-4130 pressed in school itself, “but not really in the world. People aren’t treated during normal business hours. During non-busi- equally because of the color of their ness hours, leave a message in the editor’s voice skin, because of their religion. I want mailbox. The editor will return your phone call. everyone to be treated the same.” Logan said her students are large- ly optimistic about the future. But they have an uphill battle. A 2010 www.StonebridgePress.com Pew Research poll found 58 percent of Americans overall expect another In Print and Online world war before 2050, with young people (18-29) having an even higher figure -- 68 percent. Curiously, a 2006 Pew poll found that young people were more likely to support use of military force in various ways -- 54 percent to “maintain US oil supply,” 55 percent to “prevent fam- ines,” and 48 per- Courtesy photo cent to “restore Free raffles from The top four entries in this year’s Charlton Lions Peace Poster contest came from Cecelia law and order” local businesses McDonald, Matt Smolski, Agatha White and Haley Williamson. -- while those 65+ Ladies’ Ladies’ Night & in-store baskets always said that Night Thursday, November 30 in the 20-30 per- BY GUS STEEVES Nov. 15) and media (any except 3D, no 5:30pm-7:30pm STAFF WRITER cent range. But letters or numbers). The international young people are First 50 people will receive a Free Cormiers Gift Certificate CHARLTON – Four 5th graders were winner will be notified on or before Feb. also less likely to ranging from $15 to $200. 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POLICE LOGS over $250 Arrests/Summons: October Glenn Normandin of Charlton: Fail to register as a sex offender 29-November 11 Michael Perry of Charlton: Number plate violation and Unlicensed operation of a motor All suspects are presumed inno- vehicle cent until proven guilty in a court of law. Anthony Condo of Leicester: Criminal Police agencies can no longer print the names Harassment of people who are arrested or charged with Maribel Leon of Souttbridge: Unlicensed domestic assault related charges. The new law operation of a motor vehicle is designed to protect victims, so they are not Eric Press of Belchertown: marked lanes re-victimized through indirect identification. violation and negligent operation of a motor vehicle Unnamed Juvenile Male from Waterbury, Thadeu Lopes Da Costa of Southbridge: CT: number plate violation, unlicensed opera- Unlicensed operation of MV, operating MV tion of MV. with a suspended registration and license not Jay Seeley of Southbridge: Warrant in possession Nathanael Collazo of Charlton: Assault & Aaron Silva of Charlton: Breaking & Entering Battery a motor vehicle for a felony (2X), larceny over David Thunberg of Southbridge: Assault & $250, Larceny under $250 Battery Eric Paul of North Brookfield: Warrant. Gwendolyn Thompson of Gardner: Larceny

NEW VANS PURCHASED

Courtesy photo Recently Bay Path High School purchased two new vans to transport students to their vocational worksites off campus. The attached picture shows the students from the health sssisting shop in front of their new van. The students were departing the school to go to work at one of their clinical sites.

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CHARLTON $497,500 Robert Blvd, Sunny Days LLC, to Schipporeit, Greg, and Schipporeit, Shannon. $347,000 144 Stafford St, Mcneaney, William J, and Mcneaney, Kim M, to Fournier, Matthew T, and Fournier, Laurie M. $339,000 22 H Foote Rd, White, Eric C, and White, Melissa H, to Triggs, Patrick M. $256,500 15 Number 10 Schoolhouse Rd, Shafer, Joan M, to Stevens, Cynthia, and Ahaesy, Gina. $247,000 4 Overlook Ave, Chizy, Alex, and Rogers, Cassandra, to Ducharme, Joshua D. $91,000 137 Southbridge Rd, Mitchell, Tammy M, and Mitchell, Mark E, to Charlton Town of. $38,500 Park Rd, Hjelte, Gregory, and Hjelte, Carolyn, to Nowak, Edward P, and Nowak, Jacqeline M www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, November 24, 2017 •The Charlton Villager•5 Gobi has a challenger: Steven Hall

Steven Hall, left, shares ideas with former State Rep. Reed Hillman, right, and another man.

there’s less despair and more director in Wales, and has been hope,” noting many people involved in various communi- have turned to street drugs to ty volunteer efforts as a coach, cope with physical and/or emo- in Toastmasters, and other tional pain because they don’t things. “feel like they’re a valued part Toastmasters membership of society.” seems to be a common thread The system needs to recog- among several of his support- nize the difference between ers. One of them, Luba Sinigur, Gus Steeves photos real pain and self-medication, said this is the first time she’s Republican senate candidate Steven Hall chats with a visitor at his candidacy declaration party at the Publick and provide help to those who been involved in a political House. need it, he said. He didn’t, how- campaign; she migrated from ever, explain how he’d do that. Moldova in 1998 and became a BY GUS STEEVES costs. At the same time, he described as “overreach.” He “Everywhere I go, I meet citizen in 2012, and describes STAFF WRITER argues, Medicaid costs have said the more stringent inspec- people with a new optimism this as taking “baby steps” that STURBRIDGE – To Steven been rising “at an unsustain- tions, in which stations are about their vote and the power might lead to local political Hall, there’s “a lot of nonsense able rate,” and there is “a installing more cameras “to of their voice,” he said. “In activity. going on” in Boston and we’d severe shortage of health care make sure not even a little bit Central Mass, people are tired “If we want to make a change “have a lot more money for workers” because many “won’t of rust gets through,” will “hurt of the politics of old, and poli- in this country, we have to projects in the towns if we stop commit to full-time employ- the poor and middle class,” par- ticians who see the people as vote,” she said. “Whatever you wasting money on the state ment” because they’ll lose their ticularly in rural areas. While serving their agenda on Beacon stand for, we have to find peo- level frivolously.” current benefits. urban dwellers usually have Hill.” ple to vote for.” He’s hoping enough people Hall comes to that view access to public transit, “in our His wife Janet is a supporter. Hall’s son-in-law Josh across the region will agree from several years as a nurs- district a car is a vital require- She described Hall as having Paydos said Hall has been with that and a list of other ing home administrator. His ment to get to work,” Hall said. “an uncanny ability to listen” talking about the idea “a num- positions -- most of them fair- LinkedIn profile states his cur- Before his speech, he was and come up with solutions ber of years.” ly traditionally Republican -- rent job (since October 2016) blunt about how he sees the and a “driven personality. He “Steve likes to succeed at to elect him state senator in is as a consultant at Modern RMV: “They have no common works on it until he accom- whatever he does,” Paydos November 2018. Recently, he Healthcare Advisors LLC, but sense.” plished his goal. During rough said. “I’m sure this won’t be threw his hat into the race lists several long-term care In other areas, his views times is when his true charac- any different. He’ll give it his against incumbent Democrat administration posts before are conservative, particularly ter shines.” 110 percent.” Anne Gobi. that back to May 2008. It also regarding business. He argues In the audience, long-time The Worcester, Hampden, During his announcement cites two wheelchair safety-re- the state needs to reduce taxes friend Tony Leary said he nor- Hampshire & Middlesex sen- speech at the Publick House, lated patents, one issued in and fees “that are making it mally tries to avoid politics, ate district is a sprawling one, he answered his own question 2002, one filed in 2016. impossible to do business in “but Steve I know and I trust. including all or part of 28 towns about why he’s running by say- One aspect of his platform Massachusetts,” and states We need to bring the good peo- running from Sturbridge to the ing “the health care system is that is unusual is his inten- “small businesses, including ple from local levels up and New Hampshire line. In this a mess,” with Obamacare “dic- tion to challenge the Registry our farmers, are the lifeblood bring them in.” area, it includes Sturbridge, tating care and taking away of Motor Vehicles recent of our state.” Hall actually has no local Brimfield, Holland, Wales, the patient-physician relation- tightening of inspection rules Overall, Hall says he’d like government experience. He did Spencer, Charlton and all of ship,” increasing insurance and other issues, which he to work for “a climate where serve for a while as recreation the Brookfields.

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25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Telephone (800) 367-9898 Fax (508) 764-8015 www.StonebridgePress.com Views and commentary from Charlton, Charlton City, Charlton Depot and beyond Frank G. Chilinski OPINION President/Publisher Ruth DeAmicis During Editor Letters to the Editor holidays, be Editorial Tobacco Free: time again to Cold Turkey extra vigilant To the Editor: Smokers Helpline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW This Thanksgiving season, I’d like to (1-800-784-8669) to talk with a free The remind readers to thank a co-worker, quit coach or enroll online through about protecting friend or family member who has quit KeepTryingMA.org The Helpline is smoking. Many smokers say quitting is open 24 hours each day, seven days the hardest thing they have ever done a week (excluding Thanksgiving and financial data gratefulness and any amount of recognition can help Christmas). 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Tina Grosowsky that could be linked to your financial a few days, an abundance of perfectly Take advantage of the many resources Project Coordinator accounts. It’s obviously important to good food may find its way into trash available in Massachusetts to help you Central MA Tobacco Free be vigilant at any time, but you need to bins just because we don’t want it any reach your goal. be even more on your toes during the Community Partnership longer. Smokers can call the Massachusetts holiday season, when fraudsters are How sad is that? particularly active. We’ve done it. We’ve all done it. So, to help keep your important data Bought something that sounded like under wraps during the holidays, con- a good idea as we roamed the market, sider these suggestions: brought it home with all good inten- Extend your protection to all mobile tions, and never ate it. It deteriorated Moneysaving Tips devices. Identity thieves can now com- into some sort of unidentifiable fuzzy promise your mobile devices by install- object in a vegetable bin, or a mutant ing spyware that steals usernames, green goo in a plastic container and hit passwords and credit card information. With the holidays switch to a lower grade. that trashcan. Fortunately, you can fight back. By around the corner and Take You might save hundreds Ouch. doing a little research online, you can escalating gas and oil of dollars a year. In a world where food deprivation find the best mobile security software prices there’s never the Spring Ahead: Be sure is real, and programs like free and for your needs. been a better time of to remove snow tires in reduced lunches exist, and service clubs Hint Use multiple passwords. Online secu- year to tighten the fam- good weather. The deep send home bags of food to be certain rity specialists recommend that you ily’s financial belt. Read tread and big tires use children eat on the weekends when they KAREN use different passwords for each new on for workable strat- more gasoline than regu- aren’t getting that school meal, and a online shopping site you visit during egies to help you save TRAINOR lar tires. newspaper runs a story extolling the the holiday season. Although this might money on everyday *** new program about having breakfast seem like a hassle, it can be helpful, expenses. The Wheel Deal: in a classroom every day to be certain because even if identity thieves were to Keeping tires properly inflated and every child starts school not hungry… grab one of your new passwords, they Supermarket Switches: If you are aligned equals gas savings. Periodic Ouch. still couldn’t use it for other sites you buying all name brand products at the wheel alignments and keeping tires We won’t even go into the “starv- may visit. And you can even find a free supermarket because you believe the inflated to the maximum recommended ing children in (fill in the blank third online program that can help you keep quality is better than store brand items, pressure really does improve your gas world country) our mothers threatened track of all your passwords. you might want to rethink your savings mileage, according to experts. us with to get us to clean our plates. Be suspicious of “huge savings.” It strategy. Did you know government *** Because they are still starving. Nothing happens every holiday season – identity regulations require the same produc- Haste Makes Waste: Tests show quick is any better for them either. thieves develop fake sites with attrac- tion and storage procedures for certain starts and hard breaking reduces trav- Ouch. tive graphics and stunningly low prices goods whether they are generic or name el time by only four percent, but fuel We do food drives every single on a variety of items, especially digital brand? When buying sugar, flour, salt consumption is increased by nearly 40 month in every single city and town in devices. If you fall for these pitches, and spices the cheaper choice is often percent. America. We do it in conjunction with you won’t get any merchandise, but you the best bet to save money without sac- Slow Down, You Move Too Fast: The other activities, Bring a canned good might get a handful of headaches once rificing quality or flavor. faster you drive, the more gas you use. and get a $1 off admission to something the bad guys have your credit card num- *** Did you know lowering your speed from else. ber and other personal information. To Plug in Savings: OK, you’re feeling 65 to 55 mph can improve your fuel And yet, in a country as rich as ours, prevent this, be wary of any deal that really good about snagging a bargain economy by two miles per gallon? where our politicians are fighting over sounds too good to be true, and do some on a fancy new printer or TV – until the Also, traveling at fast rates in low how much of a tax break to give one digging on the websites that offer these salesperson tells you it’s going to cost gears can consume up to 45% more fuel another (forget us, we don’t count); and mega-savings. another hundred dollars for a cable to than is needed. we are shipping food grown in this Watch for fake shipping notic- connect it! Before you dish out more Idle No More: Did you know ten sec- country to other countries because we es. During the holidays, when you may money for a high priced connector at an onds of idling actually uses more fuel have so much, we have hungry people. do a lot of online shopping, you will upscale electronics store, think again. than restarting the engine? Save gas We have older people who must probably receive some legitimate ship- Typically, the electronic cables found at by making it a habit to turn off the car choose between paying for medication ping notices. But the bad guys have a discount department store or online when parked. and food. gotten pretty good at generating fake can do the job just as well for a fraction *** We have struggling families who notices designed to resemble those from of the cost. Ditto for appliance cords and Rough Road Ahead: Opt for driving must pay the mortgage and a car pay- UPS, FedEx and even the U.S. Postal cell phone chargers. on smooth roads whenever possible. ment and insurance and then squeeze Service. If you were to click on the link *** Rough roads with dirt or gravel rob you groceries out of what is left. provided by one of these bogus notices, Shake, bake and save: It’s a fact that of up to 30% of your gas mileage! Single mothers. you could either take on some malware packaged spice mixes make cooking Penny Pinchers: Make sure your gas $8 an hour workers working three or get taken to a “phishing” website a meal easier and tastier. But conve- tank is nice and snug. If not, buy a new jobs at once to make ends meet. created by the shipping notice forgers. nience comes at a cost. Here’s a “recipe” one. Why? Gas easily evaporates from Students trying to go to school and Your best defense: Only shop with legit- for a chicken (or pork) baking coating the tank through lose caps. And don’t live on their own. imate merchants and only use the track- that rivals the commercial brand for top off the gas tank. Gas may seep out On top of all that, we have people who ing numbers given to you in the email a lot less money. If you like it, plan to from expansion. no longer know how to cook, how to do you received immediately after making package up several batches at a time in *** the simple meals from basically nothing your purchases. zip-lock plastic bags and store in your and turn it into a good supper. Because Keep your Social Security number cupboard. You’ll save both money and Win Dinner for Two they don’t know how to cook, they then to yourself. As a general rule, don’t time! Your tips can win you a great dinner must buy over processed expensive give out your Social Security num- Ingredients: 4 cups flour, 2 tsp. for two at the historic Publick House prepackaged nonsense that costs them ber online — to anyone. No legiti- Cayenne pepper, 1 cup bran flake cere- Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send even more and satisfies even less. What mate retailer needs this number. al, crushed, 2 TB parsley flakes, 2 tsp. in a hint to be entered into a random a merry-go-round. Finally, be aware that not all attempts garlic powder, 1 TB onion powder, 2 tsp. drawing. One winner per month will And on top of it being over processed, at stealing your personal information chili powder, 2 TB taco seasoning, 1 tea- win a fabulous dinner for two at the expensive and unhealthy, it is even will come online. When you’re out shop- spoon seasoned pepper, 1 t curry, sweet renowned restaurant, located on Route worse: it makes you fat. So while you ping at old-fashioned, brick-and-mortar basil, oregano, 131 across the town common in historic may be starving for good, clean, well stores, consider bringing just one credit Directions: Mix all together into a Sturbridge. Because I’m in the business made food…you may be fat. It’s too card with you — and protect that card plastic baggie and shake chicken or of dispensing tips, not inventing them much sugar, too much carbohydrate, from prying eyes. pork to coat before baking. (although I can take credit for some), too much salt…. By following these precautions, you *** I’m counting on you readers out there to Starving…and fat. should be able to greatly reduce the risk Through the years this column has share your best helpful hints! What a country. of being victimized by identity thieves periodically offered advice for saving Do you have a helpful hint or handy tip and other miscreants. And the more money at the gas pump. With fuel pric- that has worked for you? Do you have a comfortable you are in doing your holes climbing there’s never been a better question regarding household or garden iday shopping, the more you can enjoy time to review the many ways a consci- matters? If so, why not share them with the season. entious driver can offset the latest jump readers of Stonebridge Press publica-

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Nick Ethier photos Shepherd Hill’s Rebekah James finished the Division 1 All-State race in fifth place.

At right: Shepherd Hill’s Keegan BY NICK ETHIER on the full-circle calendar year Casey nears the end at the Division Sports Staff Writer and how much improvement 1 All-State meet. WRENTHAM — As the final the Rams have made. All-State cross-country cham- “I look back on where we pionship race finished at the came from last year to this,” Wrentham Developmental Fossas began, “physically with Center on Saturday, Nov. 18 and the injuries, emotionally from “team,” which includes at least that Shepherd Hill, Concord- “I would have liked to have the crowd began to disperse, last year — it’s like a 360 in five runners, at the Central Carlisle Regional, Wellesley done better, but I’m not com- Nicole Fossas, head coach of every way.” Mass. Division 1 sectional High, Tewksbury High and plaining,” said James, who the Shepherd Hill Regional Last season Shepherd Hill meet. As a result, the Rams Milton High were expected to earned a medal for finishing girls’ team, was able to reflect was unable to field a full weren’t eligible to move to All- be the top five teams, and they inside the top 15. States as a team. were. Also medaling for the Rams Three individuals ran at “It’s almost like they’re inter- was Gabby Lawrence, a senior. the state meet, but this sea- changeable,” she said. “The Lawrence had a 14th place fin- son their goal was to bring the girls, they ran awesome.” ish, completing the course in whole team. And The Hill did Junior Rebekah James, a 19:05.30. so in convincing fashion by week removed from winning “I’m definitely happy with winning the district champion- the Central Mass. race, was the it. I would have liked a little ship race on Nov. 11 at Gardner Rams’ top finisher again, plac- better, but I’m proud,” said Municipal Golf Course. ing fifth. Her time after com- Lawrence. At Wrentham, the Rams fin- pleting the 5k (3.1 mile) course Rounding out the Rams’ ished their impressive year was 18:48.12, with an average scoring were Emma Sullivan in fourth place. Fossas noted mile time of 6:03.1. (38th place, 19:34.89), Helena Duke (67th, 19:59.27) and Emma Whitehead (72nd, 20:02.09). Kasey Clark (101st, 20:27.71) and Audrey Carragher (169th, 22:08.62) also ran for Shepherd Hill. “I am so proud of them. We’re losing two seniors, but the two freshmen — they’re going to be back stronger,” said Fossas of the departing Lawrence and Clark and the improving Duke and Christina Gunsalus, who was out of this race with a knee injury suffered at districts. Lawrence had high praise for the freshmen. “They’ve really fit in and we’ve been training a lot Gabby Lawrence of Shepherd Hill races toward the finish line at the All- together, working well togeth- State meet, where she finished 14th. er — everybody gets along so well and that really helps us in the race knowing that we’re all in it together,” she said. James was thankful that she and the team were healthy enough — aside from Gunsalus’ late season setback — to win at districts and compete at a high level at All-States. James was one of the athletes unable to compete in postseason competition last season. “I think because everyone was injured last year and we didn’t have a team last year, we all built on each other and we all supported each other. That’s what made us do so well this year,” she noted. On the boys’ side, Shepherd Hill’s Brian Belmonte and Keegan Casey qualified for All- States thanks to their impressive individual finishes at districts. Belmonte finished the Division 1 race in 74th place with a time of 16:50.25, while Casey wound up 154th after clocking in at 17:48.83. Brian Belmonte of Shepherd Hill finishes up the All-State race.

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Visibility is an essen- plete blockage of the system In addition to maintaining an tial component of automo- and greatly impair visibility. obstruction-free washer fluid tive safety. According to the As anyone who has driven system, drivers can reduce United States Department on snowy and/or salty roads accidents from poor visibility of Transportation’s Federal can attest, such substances by heeding these tips from The Highway Administration, can quickly gather on wind- National Weather Service: inability to clearly see the road, shields, where they crust up other motorists and potential and impede visibility. A wind- • Clear your windshield and obstacles is a leading contrib- shield cleaning system that is mirrors before getting on the utor to automotive accidents not working effectively is a rec- road. and injury. ipe for an accident. Approximately half of all Always read the product • Drive slow to maintain a fatalities due to motor vehicle label before purchasing wash- safe stopping distance. crashes occur at night, even er fluid. Summer blends are though the National Highway only effective when tempera- • Be aware that, when driv- Traffic Safety Administration tures remain above 32 F. When ing in conditions where visi- notes that traffic volume is the mercury dips below freez- bility is impaired, drivers tend substantially less at night. ing, these fluids freeze up. to follow the tail lights of the Lack of visibility, which may Winter formulas should con- vehicles in front of them. Keep result from a dirty windshield tain an antifreeze solution that your headlights on to improve or inclement weather, can ren- will lower the freezing point of your own visibility and help der pavement markings nearly the liquid. Many such fluids others see your car. invisible or throw off drivers’ employ methanol to not only senses of direction. prevent freezing but also to • Don’t slow down so much Poor visibility can be haz- melt frost and light accumula- that you become a hazard to ardous, and drivers must take tions of ice. other drivers. steps to ensure they have max- Drivers also may be able to imum visibility at all times, supplement their washer fluids • If necessary, pull off the whether it’s day or night or if with common items to increase road and wait for conditions the weather is poor or fair. durability during extreme cold to improve. When pulling off, One of the best ways to snaps. Mix 99 percent isopro- park as far off the road as pos- ensure maximum visibility is pyl rubbing alcohol into the sible, then turn off your head- to keep your windshield clean. washer fluid to prevent it from lights and put on your hazard Not all windshield washer freezing. Otherwise, the wash- lights. fluids and wipers are created er fluid brand may have specif- equally. For example, some ic instructions for mixing for washer fluids are ineffective in use in areas where the tem- freezing temperatures. Frozen perature regularly dips below washer fluid can cause a com- freezing. 12 •The Charlton Villager• Friday, November 24, 2017 www.StonebridgePress.com OBITUARIES Edmund J. Kuzdzol Robert O. Guillet, 88 Southbridge. He was CHARLTON/ before retiring. He Southbridge: Edmund a WWII veteran and SOUTHBRIDGE- Robert O. Guillet, was a member of St. J. Kuzdzol, 94, of served honorably as a 88, of the Overlook Mary’s Church in Paige Hill Rd., passed 1st Lt. with an Infantry Independent Living Southbridge and was away in his home on regiment. Edmund Residences, for- active the St. Mary’s Wednesday, Nov. 15th, enjoyed painting and merly of Lyons St., Bazaar, helping his after an illness. playing golf. He was a Southbridge, passed wife run the jewelry His wife, Yolanda member of St. Mary’s away on Sunday, Nov. table at the bazaar. He L. (Tucci) Kuzdzol church of St. John 12th, in his home, after was a member of the died in 2008. He Paul II Parish. an extended illness. Knights of Columbus, leaves a special friend, who was the His funeral was held on Wednesday, His wife of 62 years, Detrianna Council 199, in Southbridge. son he never had, Jamie M. Salisbury Nov. 22nd, from the Daniel T. Morrill Shirley A. (Agard) Bob loved to play golf and was an avid of Charlton; and many nieces and neph- Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Guillet, passed away sports fan of all the New England teams. ews. Edmund was predeceased by two Southbridge, with a Mass at 10:00am on Feb. 15th of this year. He leaves His funeral service will be held on brothers, Fred Kuzdzol and Anthony in St. Mary’s Church of the St. John his daughter, Charlene M. Guillet of Friday, Nov. 17th, from the Daniel T. Kuzdzol; three sisters, Victoria Maisto, Paul II Parish, 263 Hamilton St., Southbridge; his two sisters, Alice Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Florance Savoie and Stella Kuzdzol. He Southbridge. Burial was in St. Mary’s Fiorito of Florida and Lucille Reardon Southbridge, with a Mass at 11:00am in was born in Dudley, the son of Joseph Cemetery, Southbridge. A Calling hour of Rhode Island; and several nieces and St. Mary’s Church of the St. John Paul II and Helen (Penkala) Kuzdzol. Edmund in the funeral home was held on nephews. He was predeceased by his Parish, 263 Hamilton St., Southbridge. owned and operated JP manufactur- Wednesday, Nov. 22nd, from 8:30 to sister, Emma Binnette. He was born in Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, ing in Southbridge for many years, 9:30am prior to the Mass. Southbridge the son of Mozart Leo and Southbridge. A calling hour in the as well as worked as a sales manager www.morrillfuneralhome.com Antoinette C. (Keroack) Guillet. He was funeral home will be held on Friday, for the American Optical company in a US Air Force Veteran of the Korean Nov. 17th, from 9:30 to 10:30am, before War era. the Mass. Robert was a mechanical engineer and In lieu of flowers donations may be Roger H. Lapierre worked many years for the Rice Barton made to the American Cancer Society, Co. and later worked many years for the 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. also predeceased by his stepfather, American Optical Co. in Southbridge www.morrillfuneralhome.com SOUTHBRIDGE- Emery Gendron. He was a 1956 gradu- Roger H. Lapierre, 81, ate of Mary E. Wells High School. of Cole Ave., passed Roger owned and operated Roger’s away on Sunday, Nov. Floor Covering in Southbridge and The 12th, in his home after Shaker Shop in Sturbridge, retiring in a sudden illness. 2001. He was a longtime member of He leaves his wife Dr. Van’s Cardiac Support Group at of 59 years, Stephanie the YMCA in Southbridge. He was an (Domijan) Lapierre; active, avid volunteer for Habitat for a son, Kenneth J. Lapierre and his Humanity. He enjoyed all aspects of wife Deborah of Phoenix, AZ; a broth- woodworking, especially woodcarving. er, Gerald J. Lapierre of Charlton; a His family and friends happily have brother-in-law, Richard Domijan of many of his carved birds and ducks. Pennsylvania; four grandchildren, His funeral was held on Monday, Nov. Robert Lapierre and Nicholas Lapierre, 20th, from the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Send all obituary notices to both of Bowling Green, KY, Cheryl Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, Lapierre and her longtime compan- with a Mass at 11:00am in Notre Dame ion Brock Lowery of Paducah, KY and Church of the St. John Paul II Parish, 446 Stonebridge Press, PO Box 90, Lindsay Breckenridge and her husband Main St., Southbridge. Burial followed Ronald of Meriden, CT; and six great in St. Hedwig’s Cemetery, Southbridge. grandchildren, Cole Kubilis, Blake A calling hour in the funeral home was Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail Breckenridge, Delylah Breckenridge, held on Monday, Nov. 20th, from 9:30 to Jayla Lowery, Jaylee Lapierre and 10:30am before the Mass. Leslie Lapierre. His son, Michael A. In lieu of flowers donations may be to [email protected] Lapierre, died in 2015. He was born in made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Southbridge the son of the late Theodore Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215. and Sadie (Lorangie) Lapierre. He was www.morrillfuneralhome.com CALENDAR

space, optional lunch and table fees are Performing Arts Center, at 2 p.m. sibling, friend or spouse? We are here to on the registration form. To join us, help. Join a safe, supportive and caring Thursday, November simply go to the church website, www. group to share your stories and support sturfed.org or call the church office ONGOING others who are learning to live again 23 and Friday, (508) 347-3915. You may also get an appli- after the death of a loved one. Drop-in cation by e-mailing janraerose@gmail. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP: group for adults meets on the second November 24 com or [email protected] We wel- On the third Wednesday of each month, and fourth Wednesday of every month, come all inquiries. 6-7 p.m. at the Overlook SuIndependent 1-2:30 p.m. Contact Susan Fuller at (508) NO SERVICE MAKE A NOTE: S.C.M. CRAFT FAIR: Need some unique, one Living Building, fourth floor Solarium, 434-2200. Elderbus will be closed on Thursday, of a kind Christmas gifts? Look no fur- 88 Masonic Home Road, Charlton. The THRIFTY: Saint Paul II Parish’s Flea Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 to observe ther than the Holly Berry Fair at the intent is to build a support system, Market, at 40 Charlton St., Southbridge, the Thanksgiving Holiday. Sturbridge Federated Church, 8 Maple exchange practical information, talk is open each Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 St., Sturbridge, on Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. through issues and ways of coping, p.m. and each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Local arti- share feelings, needs and concerns and to 1 p.m. Items for sale include house- Saturday, sans and craftspeople will be selling all to learn about community resources. hold, linens and furniture. We also have manner of handmade items including Contact Kathy Walker at (508) 434-2551 or a holiday room. Donations are appreci- November 25 needlework, paintings and cards. Along [email protected] for more ated. All proceeds go to the support of with gift items, there will be baked information. Presented by Alzheimer’s the church. STEPPIN’ OUT: The Hayloft Steppers goods, ornaments, and face painting for Association MA/NH Chapter, visit (800) NUMISMATICS: Southbridge Coin Square Dance Club is holding a Harvest children. Enjoy some hassle-free shop- 272-3900 or alz.org. Club meets on the third Friday of the Ball dance on Saturday, Nov. 25 from ping while supporting local artisans month (except July and August). The 8-10:30 p.m. (early rounds at 7:30). The and crafts people. Free Playgroup at the Hitchcock doors open by 7 p.m. and the meeting caller will be Don Bachelor and the cuer CHRISTMAS FAIR: The Charlton Academy; sponsored by Union 61 Family begins at 7:30 p.m. Collectors of all ages will be Lee Fremault. Admission is $8 Helping Hand Society Inc. will host Foundation Five Grant. It includes: are welcome. The meetings include raf- per person. ***There will be a collection their annual Christmas Fair on Music & Movement on Wednesday fle, auction, and show and tell. Light to support the Toys for Tots Program*** Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 am to 2 pm at 9-9:45 a.m. and Playgroup on Monday & refreshments are served. The meetings Bring a new, unwrapped, toy and get $2 The Dodge Chapel, 81 Hammond Hill Thursday 9-11 a.m. For more informa- are held in the community room at off dance admission! For more infor- Road, Charlton. All proceeds will ben- tion about these and a variety of other the Southbridge Savings Bank at 200 mation on our Beginner Classes, please efit the group’s charitable commitment classes visit us at www.hitchcockacad- Charlton Rd. (Route 20), Sturbridge. call Moe at (508) 344-3430 or Al at (413) to the Charlton Community. Offerings emy.org or call 413-245-9977 436-7849 or visit our website at www. include our popular “Gramma’s Attic”, Grief Support Group: at Overlook hayloftsteppers.org. The club is located Bake and Cookie by the Pound Table, Hospice, Charlton: Have you recently at 232 Podunk Road in Sturbridge. Vendors, Raffle Tickets, Ticket Auction, experienced the loss of a parent, child, etc. All raffle prizes will be drawn at the end of the fair. Please join us, share the Saturday, spirit of the season, the fellowship, bargains and especially to, ”HELP US TO Gobi office hours Tuesday, December 5th December 2 HELP OTHERS.” Brookfield Town Hall, 11 AM to CRAFT FAIR BAZAAR Tyler Wolanin, District Aide to 12 PM CHRISTMAS FAIR: Charlton City We are looking for crafters to join Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) will West Brookfield Senior Center, United Methodist will be hosting its our Craft Fair Bazaar on Dec. 2 at be holding office hours through- 12:30 to 1:30 PM annual Christmas Fair. Please join us the Charlton City Methodist Church, out the district during the months New Braintree Town Hall, 2 to 3 on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Stafford Road in Charlton. Tables at of November and December. The PM located at 74 Stafford St. in Charlton. $30 and spaces are $25. Please contact normal schedule has been divided Just like the Wise Men, follow the Martha at [email protected] to accommodate holiday season Thursday, December 7th stars from table to table; be reward- for more information. Please join us scheduling. Constituents and town Ware Senior Center, 12 to 1 PM ed with fellowship and goodies. There for the bazar and craft fair from 9 a.m. officials are invited to meet with Palmer Senior Center, 1:30 to 2:30 will be handmade items, fresh hand- to 3 p.m. Tyler to express any concerns, ideas PM made wreaths, a large variety of deli- CHRISTMAS FAIR: sponsored by the and issues they have. Walk-ins are Warren Municipal Building, 3 to cious cookies, baked goods, a jewelry Golden Age Club, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the welcome, but to set up an appoint- 4 PM table, Grandma’s Christmas attic, and Charlton Senior Center, 37 Main St. ment you can e-mail Tyler at tyler. so much more. Don’t forget our men’s Hand knit items, baked goods, craft [email protected], or call Tuesday, December 12th scrumptious luncheon. You will find an items, holiday & Christmas items, at 508-641-3502. Appointments are Brimfield Senior Center, 11 AM array of gifts at our silent auction table. raffles, homemade chowder, meatball encouraged so that information on to 12 PM There will also be local vendors. Mr. grinders, peach shortcake and more! cancellations can be shared. Town Wales Senior Center, 12:10 to 1 PM & Mrs. Claus will be there to take pic- groupings are not restricted to resi- Charlton Senior Center, 1:30 to tures. We are handicap accessible and dents of those towns. 2:30 PM there is plenty of parking available. We Sunday, are located at 74 Stafford St., Charlton, November Wednesday, December 13th please call the church at (508) 248-7379 December 17 Monday, November 27th Ashby Town Hall, 6 to 7 PM for details. Paxton Town Hall, 11 AM to 12 PM HOLIDAY FAIR: Fundraiser to QUABOAG CHORAL SCHEDULE: Spencer - Howe Village, 12:30 to Monday, December 18th benefit the Charlton Public Library, The Quaboag Choral Society will be per- 1:30 PM Ashburnham Town Hall, 12:30 to Saturday, December 2, 9:30am-4:00pm forming a Holiday Concert in the area. East Brookfield Municipal 1:30 PM at Charlton Public Library, 40 Main Entitled, “Small Town, Big City”, this Offices, 2 to 3 PM Winchendon Town Hall, 2 to 3 PM St., Charlton. $2.00 Donation, $1.00 OFF enchanting concert of Holiday favor- with ad. Children 18 & under Free ites will be sure to inspire a feeling of Tuesday, November 28th Tuesday, December 19th CRAFTERS: The Holly Berry Fair the Christmas season. Please join us, Sturbridge Town Hall, 11 AM to Oakham Senior Center, 9:30 to committee of the Sturbridge Federated with family and friends, at one of our 12 PM 10:30 AM Church, 8 Maple St., Sturbridge is look- three concerts: Sunday, Dec. 3, West Holland Town Hall, 12:30 to 1:30 North Brookfield Senior Center, ing for crafters and artists who wish Brookfield “White Christmas” at the PM 11 AM to 12 PM to sell their handmade items on Dec. town hall at 6:15 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 8, Monson Town Hall, 2 to 3 PM Rutland Senior Center, 12:30 to 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Remember, North Brookfield, The Church of Jesus 1:30 PM local fairs are best! This popular annual Christ of Latter-Day Saints, at 7 p.m. or December show attracts people from all over the Sunday, Dec. 17 Charlton, The Overlook area. Our booth fee is $25 for each 8 foot www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, November 24, 2017 •The Charlton Villager•13 Youngsters learning the ropes and becoming outdoor enthusiasts

many hunters in there tree stand longer than those that The Great did not dress properly for the hunt. Outdoors Archers are noticing a big surge in the theft of tree stands RALPH and trail cameras this year. Some of the gear has been TRUE returned after archers did some of their own investiga- The recent cold blast tions, but most of it is lost for- has cooled down local ponds ever. Cameras and tree stands and lakes, and trout fishing has are not cheap, and if the cul- picked up big time for anglers prits are caught they could face that have not put there fish- felony charges. Is it worth it? ing gear away. This week’s Back more than 20 years ago picture shows young Scarlett this writer lost a tree stand to Hendricks with her catch of thieves, and I to started my some impressive trout recently own investigation. I started by at the Uxbridge Rod & Gun knocking on doors in the area Club. Her dad Brian stated that of the theft, and asked if any- she reeled in the three trout all one they knew in the area was Tyler Conroy during the annual youth deer hunt made a great shot to bring by herself. Another youngster a deer hunter. In a few days down this fine deer. that will hopefully continue I returned to the area of the fishing throughout her life and stolen tree stand to hunt, and have some cotton tail rabbits ley bought live snow shoe hare enjoy the great outdoors. found my stand laying against this year. I am hoping to have from a trapper in Canada and The second picture this week the tree that it was stolen from. my wife’s beagle encounter stocked them in area swamps shows 14 year old Tyler Conroy Lucky for me I must have one soon. She has found a few and woodlots. We would run with his harvested deer during knocked on the correct door. A pheasant and quail for me this the beagles all summer at the Massachusetts annu- week later I shot a huge buck year, but no rabbits. I am sur- night. The sound of the hounds al youth deer hunt November from the stand. I still have the prised that she has not opened chasing the hare was music to 8, 2017. Tyler harvested the tree stand at home but no lon- up on the hot trail of a running our ears. Maybe some day in Courtesy photos deer with a family Remington ger use it. pheasant, but she continues the future the hare stocking 1100. Tyler made a great shot Tautog fishing remains to trail them silent. It is great program will return to the val- Scarlett Hendricks with her fine at 50 yards. Congratulations to red hot in Mass. & Rhode to watch her working a scent, ley, but I do not think it will mess of trout caught at Uxbridge both young sportsmen. Island waters. My nephew as her tail wags side to side, happen in my life time. Future Rod & Gun. Captain Mel True of “FISH Local archers have been almost like she had a motor on generations will never know Club, Uxbridge Rod & Gun NET CHARTERS” had his doing very well harvest- it, but the beagles bark will pro- the great fun we had with our Club, Blackstone Valley Beagle recent clients returning home ing deer. Sitting in a tree stand vide the ultimate hunt. A pack hounds. Club, Auburn Sportsmen’s with limits of tautog and sore this past Saturday, waiting for of beagles trailing the elusive During the upcoming win- Club are only a few clubs that arms. To see some of his most a deer to present a shot, test- rabbit is missed by this writer. ter months, local Rod & Gun welcome the public to their recent charters, check him out ed the hunter’s patience. The In my younger years, I had Clubs will be holding meat functions. Check them out on his web site fishnetcharters. freezing temperatures had the three beagles that I would take raffles and dinners. They pro- on their web sites for a list of com or on face book . hunters sipping hot coffee and to the Douglas State Forest, vide great entertainment and upcoming events. kept the hand warmers close Pheasant hunters are enjoy- and meet up with a couple of good food, at a good price. The ing some great bird hunting in by. Having the correct cloth- hunting buddies that also had Whitinsville Fish & Game Take A Kid Fishing & Keep local covers and at pheasant ing for cold temperatures, kept a few beagles. At that time Club, Singletary Rod & Gun Them Rods Bending! preserves. Local covers also many hunting clubs in the val- Club, Wallum Lake Rod & Gun Descoteaux honored by New England Water Works Association

Auburn — Thomas the ideals of the association. Descoteaux was presented or 800-992-8182. Descoteaux, senior vice Descoteaux currently serves with this award at the 136th The New England Water president of the R.H. White on the board of directors of the NEWWA Annual Conference Works Association is a non- Companies, received the Merit Construction Alliance. in Brewster recently. profit, independent, mem- 2017 Kenneth O. Hodgson He is a past president of the Founded in 1923, R.H. White ber-driven organization dedi- Distinguished Service award Utility Contractor Association is one of the largest contractors cated to serving the region’s by the New England Water of New England and past chair- in New England, specializing water works professionals and Works Association, the man of Associated Builder and in utility, mechanical, water/ the public interest. It is the region’s largest and oldest not- Contractors, Inc. He served as wastewater and general build- oldest and most active regional for-profit organization of water chair of the NEWWA Facilities ing construction projects. In water works association in the works professionals. Committee for five years and addition to its headquarters United States. For more than a The award provides recogni- remains a committee mem- in Auburn, the company has century, NEWWA has worked tion for outstanding service to ber. He has been a member nearly 600 employees in other to improve and sustain public NEWWA and the waterworks of NEWWA and the American company facilities located in water supplies, protect public industry by a member from Water Works Association since Connecticut, New Hampshire health and safety, and advance the service, manufacturing, or 2002. and Massachusetts, includ- the water supply profession. contracting area. The award A resident of Douglas he ing WhiteWater Inc., its util- Visit us at newwa.org. recognizes a member from the earned a BS in civil engineering ity management division, in service community who has from Worcester Polytechnic Charlton. For more informa- Thomas Descoteaux provided exemplary service Institute and an MBA from tion, visit www.rhwhite.com and dedication to furthering Nichols College. or contact [email protected] Legislature passes bill to expand language opportunities for students BOSTON — Senator Michael O. and their peers persists. the skills necessary to succeed in the additional guidelines and supports for Moore (D-Millbury) announced the This bill expands on the current man- twenty-first century job market,” said school districts. Legislature passed bipartisan legisla- date requiring schools to use Sheltered Senator Moore. The legislation also establishes a state tion that updates the existing statute English Immersion (SEI) as the default This bill supports parental choice and Seal of Biliteracy that will be awarded relative to English language education English learner program model by giv- involvement by expanding the role of by participating school districts to stu- in the Commonwealth’s public schools. ing schools the flexibility to establish Parental Advisory Councils and allow- dents who have attained a high level of The bill promotes research-based best programs based on the diverse needs ing parents the flexibility to choose proficiency in English, and one or more practices for programs serving English of their students. Under this legisla- programs that best meet their child’s foreign languages. learners (EL). tion, school districts can maintain cur- needs. This bill will now move to the Since the year 2000, the number of EL rent SEI programming or choose to To better identify and assist English Governor for his signature. To contin- students in Massachusetts has doubled implement an alternative instructional learners, this legislation requires ue tracking the bill, H.4032, please visit to more than 90,204 students, or 9.5 per- program that meets federal and state greater tracking of academic perfor- the Legislature’s website, www.maleg- cent of the student population. While standards. mance and enhanced review of pro- islature.gov. statewide graduation rates for students “Given the globalizing world in grams. Furthermore, this legislation have risen over the past ten years, the which we live, this bill highlights the directs the Department of Elementary achievement gap between EL students importance of providing students with and Secondary Education to develop

go back to 19 people we can, than the overtime and we wound SERGEANT in effect, have three floats by up giving the townspeople more continued from page 1 contract and I’ll have a third personnel and better coverage FREELANCE REPORTER WANTED that discussion down the road,” person we can move and plug for the same or less money than Are you a writer at heart? said the Chief. and play.” we were already spending. If Do you love to capture the moment “Just this fiscal year, from Selectman David Singer said this is (the solution) I’m excited you’re in with a photograph? Do you have an interest in the July 1 to Nov 4, that period we he agrees that the department to see it,” Singer said. needs more resources and called No decisions on other hires goings on in your community, and spent $27,010.42 filling open want to get involved in your town? shifts. That’s just a four-month the situation a familiar one for within the department were period. We also have float offi- him. made or recommended during Stonebridge Press, your best cers, who we get to move from “It is very much like what the recent board of selectmen source for weekly local news, is their assigned shift to fill holes we just went through with the meeting, however it was sug- looking for a hard-working, flexible when someone’s sick, on vaca- fire department where we were gested that as budget season freelance reporter. Job will include writing several stories per week, tion or in training, and we did paying so much in overtime draws closer the town look into we wound up actually saving the possibility or feasibility of photography, information gathering that in that same period 31 and networking. times. Where we are now is money by bringing in an addi- hiring a new officer to help con- because we’re at 18 people we tional firefighter and just pay- tinue to build on the capabilities Candidates must be able to work have two float officers. If we ing their salaries which was less of the department. nights and weekends when needed. Residence in Sturbridge is preferred, but not required.

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CHAMPS continued from page 1 we came in first in our division in the New England Scholastic Band Association competition. That’s kind of the competitive circuit in New England for marching bands. We had great success. There’s a lot of bands from everywhere that come out and put out a fight to try and be judged the highest and every year we have an incredible group of kids that work very hard and this year was no exception,” Macuga said. Students spent hundreds of hours preparing their routine for the big show, starting back in May with freshmen being welcomed into the program and ending in September before competition season kicked into high gear. Macuga complimented the students for their hard work and their ability to adapt and bring themselves to a higher Excited band members line up before taking the field at division compe- The band members try to keep it together to get at least one good group level of determination to bring tition. shot home the prize for their school. “I’m actually a Shepherd Hill graduate and to carry the tra- days and you have to be real of new members in marching mented the band as a whole for in the band and said it was dition of hard work and excel- and take every day as a new band there were this past sea- coming together to earn the something he will not soon for- lence has been great and to see challenge to overcome.” son and the fact that we pulled trophy. get. the kids experience the huge The significance of the vic- off such an amazing feat with “The Shepherd Hill march- “It feels amazing to be part pay off of all the work they’ve tory and the hard work put in so many rookie members who ing band is an extremely dedi- of a great generation of amaz- put in has been great,” Macuga to make it all possible has not are not only just new to the cated group that works counting music and memories,” said. gone unnoticed or unappreci- Shepherd Hill band program, less hours to progress their Berthiaume said. “I loved how “To be successful you have ated by the students who took but new as well to the march- show to the highest level we we worked so hard to achieve to have bad days as a teacher part in the band’s successful ing activity as a whole,” Boggio can,” Donais said. our goal of winning Nationals or student. For these students run. Drum Major and senior said. “Watching the transition “Winning does feel pretty and I’m so glad it all paid off.” to be champions, they had to Camden Boggio, who was of the band from the begin- amazing considering all of our The marching band returned learn from mistakes and adjust thrust into this leadership posi- ning of the season with all of hard work, but it’s really the home following the Veterans faster than other students in tion in the band for the first our brand new members, to progress and memories we Day holiday weekend with other bands. We had to work time, said it was a rewarding the end of the season with all of make and the people we meet warm welcomes and congrat- smart and to see them day after experience he will never forget. us gathered around our 9 foot along the way that mean the ulations from residents, offi- day work harder and smarter “I feel honored to know that I 7 inch tall trophy was truly most to me.” cials, and school leaders for was great and it really paid off was one of the leaders who led remarkable.” A rookie band member, becoming champions for the for everyone. To be at the top the team to the ultimate victo- Sophomore Drum Major freshman tuba player Timothy second time in three years. you have to overcome the bad ry. I also felt extremely accom- Allison Donais agreed with her Berthiaume, got to celebrate a plished because of the amount fellow bandleader, and compli- championship in his first year Area Bazaars and Festivals

goods, ornaments, and face painting for stars from table to table; be reward- Brookfield, is again hosting Nativities children. Enjoy some hassle-free shop- ed with fellowship and goodies. There Around the World Thursday, Dec. 7, ping while supporting local artisans will be handmade items, fresh hand- 5:30-8 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 8, 5:30- 8 p.m.; and crafts people. made wreaths, a large variety of deli- and Saturday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. CHRISTMAS FAIR: The Charlton cious cookies, baked goods, a jewelry Also on Friday, Dec. 8 starting at 7 the Helping Hand Society Inc. will host table, Grandma’s Christmas attic, and Quaboag Choral Society will present their annual Christmas Fair on so much more. Don’t forget our men’s Small Town, Big City. Refreshments Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 am to 2 pm at scrumptious luncheon. You will find an will follow. The Dodge Chapel, 81 Hammond Hill array of gifts at our silent auction table. Share your nativities for the event. Road, Charlton. All proceeds will ben- There will also be local vendors. Mr. Please leave a message for Robin at (508) efit the group’s charitable commitment & Mrs. Claus will be there to take pic- 347-7092 to inquire about loaning your to the Charlton Community. Offerings tures. We are handicap accessible and nativity for this event. We welcome As the fall festivals and winter include our popular “Gramma’s Attic”, there is plenty of parking available. We your participation. bazaars go into full swing, many people Bake and Cookie by the Pound Table, are located at 74 Stafford St., Charlton, travel from town to town, scooping up Vendors, Raffle Tickets, Ticket Auction, please call the church at (508) 248-7379 the sales and gathering in the hand- etc. All raffle prizes will be drawn at the for details. Saturday, crafted items for gifts. In addition, the end of the fair. Please join us, share CHRISTMAS FAIR: The First ethnic foods and mouthwatering baked the spirit of the season, the fellowship, Congregational Church of Dudley at 135 December 9 goods add just the right touch for hol- bargains and especially to, HELP US TO Center Road is having a Christmas Fair iday entertaining. With that in mind, HELP OTHERS. on Saturday Dec. 2 between 10 a.m. and SANTA NEEDS HELPERS: Do you the Stonebridge Press newspapers are CRAFT FAIR BAZAAR: Craft Fair 4 p.m. The fair will include crafters & create amazing crafts? Sell beautiful adding this listing of area events just for Bazaar on Dec. 2 at the Charlton City vendors, a Christmas and gift shop, deli- jewelry, handy handbags, useful kitch- the upcoming couple of months so you Methodist Church, Stafford Road in cious baked goods and luncheon, pic- en tools, natural soaps & lotions? OHS can find the nearby festivals on a crisp Charlton. Please join us for the bazaar tures with Santa, live entertainment, a Operation Graduation 2018 is currently weekend adventure. Enjoy! and craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. basket drawing and a handmade quilt accepting vendor applications for our CHRISTMAS FAIR: sponsored by the drawing. Great food and fun for all ages! Santa Breakfast & Vendor Fair to be Golden Age Club, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the A Goods and Service auction will take held Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Oxford High Saturday, Charlton Senior Center, 37 Main St. place at 2 p.m. Child care and movies School cafeteria. OpGrad members will Hand knit items, baked goods, craft will be provided during the auction. For do the cooking, vendors will sell their November 25 items, holiday & Christmas items, more information and a list of auction wares! Cost is $25 per 6-foot table space raffles, homemade chowder, meatball items, please check our website: www. (you provide your own table) and $5 per HOLIDAY BAZAAR: The GFWC, grinders, peach shortcake and more! uccdudley.org additional table (if you need more than Auburn Junior Woman’s Club will SANTA PANCAKE BREAKFAST: 1). Please contact Lysa Dell’Aquilla at be holding their 6th annual Holiday Santa Claus Pancake Breakfast at Bay Sunday, [email protected] or 508-523-8982 (text Bazaar at North American Martyrs Path High School, 57 Old Muggett Hill or call) to submit a Vendor Application. Parish in Auburn on Small Business Road, Charlton, Saturday, Dec. 2, 7:30- December 3 A pancake breakfast (pancakes, sau- Saturday, Nov. 25, from 9 a.m.-2 10:30 a.m. Tickets $5, children under 5 sages, juice and coffee) will be served p.m. Vendors, local crafters, lottery free. Free 5x7 family picture with Santa MARK THE CALENDAR: Craft Fair/ from 8-11 a.m., and children will have board, homemade items, and plenty of Claus professionally taken by Casson- Winter Carnival Assumption School the opportunity to have their photos raffles to take a chance on! Santa will be Foster Photographers. You will receive Event, 17 Grove St, (in Assumption taken with Santa. visiting from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. so get your an e-mail approximately one week after Parish Hall) Millbury, on Sunday, Dec. camera ready. the event, notifying you that your photo 3, 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. (some tables open Saturday, Admission is $1 or a non-perishable is ready to be picked up in the main at 10 a.m). Homemade scarves, jewelry, food item to benefit Kateri’s Kitchen office at Bay Path. Raffle available. hand crafted minerals, floral arrange- December 16 (food pantry). ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: ments, Mary Kay, LulaRoe, Perfectly If you have questions, please con- Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at St. Posh, any many more; great items for HOLIDAY BASKET FESTIVAL: tact us at [email protected], Joseph ’s Parish Center, 68 Central St., Christmas gifts! Games, face painting, Grace Episcopal Church will hold a or comment on our Facebook page: Auburn. Come and enjoy an old fash- kitchen menu, candy sales, gift wrap- Holiday Basket Festival on Saturday, https://www.facebook.com/GFWCA. ioned Christmas Bazaar and check out ping Grand Raffle, and Crafter Raffle. Dec. 16 in Hodges Hall, 270 Main St, This is sponsored by the Auburn Junior the collectibles, Attic Treasures, plants, Please join us! Oxford. The event will run 9 a.m. to 2 Woman’s Club with proceeds from jewelry, knit goods, holiday décor, toys, p.m. There will be a variety of baskets admission benefiting Kateri’s Kitchen. candy & baked items and so much more! as well as small, affordable gifts, a bake Take a chance on one of our many raf- December 7, 8, & 9 sale table and a delicious lunch avail- Saturday, fles. There is something for everyone! able. This will be a great event for those Free Parking. Handicap Accessible. NATIVITIES AROUND the WORLD last minute gifts and for an opportunity December 2 CHRISTMAS TEA: First & QUABOAG CHORAL SOCIETY: The to recharge your holiday spirit “bat- Congregational Church of Oxford, 355 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day tery.” CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: All Saints Main St. will hold its annual Christmas Saints, 108 New Braintree Road, North Academy is holding their annual Tea Saturday, Dec. 2. Doors open with Christmas Bazaar Saturday, Dec. 2 from tea & sweets at 9:30 a.m.; luncheon 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St Anne Campus, selections served 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Soups: charlton capsules 12 Day St, Webster. Shop local vendors, corn chowder, autumn bisque, tomato participate in holiday games and crafts, basil; Entrees: baked apple French toast WELCOME CHRISTMAS gift donations for local families in take pictures with Santa, enter to win (lactose free), French (tourtiere) meat The Charlton Christmas Concert need. raffles, and enjoy a pancake breakfast. pie with gravy (contains potato), roast and Tree Lighting is this just over two As an official collection point, dona- No entrance fee. beef & bacon wrap with Provolone, let- weeks away - On Sunday, Dec. 3rd. tions can be dropped off in our lobby HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: Holiday tuce and tomato, and chicken salad The festivities begin at 4:30 p.m., so at any time throughout the weeks Craft and Gift Fair held at the Charlton on a roll; Desserts: trio tray sampler, we urge the community to use extra ahead; however, on November 18th Public Library on Dec. 2. Applications Black Forest cake, carrot cake, assort- caution whilst driving in the area of our Charlton Police Explorers will available at the front desk of the ed scones; Specialty Teas: assortment the Town Hall & Library as it will be be conducting a Fill-A-Cruiser cam- Charlton Public Library or online at of loose leaf teas; (flavors of the sea- dark and the streets will be filled with paign, to aid in this effort. New, https://www.facebook.com/charltonli- son); Coffee or Hot Chocolate. Treat: the merriment of people. unwrapped toys can be brought to braryfriends/posts/1900020216878052:0 Sweet & Beverage: $5.50; Snack: Soup, The Festival of Lights Parade will the Charlton Police Department at 85 For questions contact Melinda at (508) Sweet & Beverage: $8; Delight: Entrée, begin at 6:00 p.m., starting from the Masonic Home Road between 10:00 248-6292 or by email at melinda@sew- Soup, Sweet & Beverage: $10; Complete: CVS parking lot. So, North Main Street a.m. and 4:00 p.m. cialite.com. Entrée, Soup, Sweet & Beverage: $12.00; and portions of Main Street will be Legos, family games, dolls (action CRAFT FAIR: Need some unique, one Child 8 and Under: Small Entrée, Sweet blocked during the procession. If you figures for boys), toy trucks, bikes, of a kind Christmas gifts? Look no fur- & Beverage: $5. Gift Center, baked are on your way to Grandmother’s stuffed animals, sports equipment, ther than the Holly Berry Fair at the goods, Raffle Room, Book Nook & house, there will be extra officers on video games, etc. will be gracious- Sturbridge Federated Church, 8 Maple Granny’s Attic: gently used treasures duty to guide your sleigh through the ly accepted for children of all ages. St., Sturbridge, on Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. sure to please white and drifted snow! Enjoy and Monetary donations will also accept- to 3 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Local arti- CHRISTMAS FAIR: Charlton City plan ahead. ed. The Charlton Police needs your sans and craftspeople will be selling all United Methodist will be hosting its TOYS FOR TOTS help to make this year’s Toys for Tots manner of handmade items including annual Christmas Fair. Please join us The Charlton Police Department collection a great success. Together we needlework, paintings and cards. Along on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. will once again be working with the can make a big impact this Christmas. with gift items, there will be baked located at 74 Stafford St. in Charlton. Just like the Wise Men, follow the Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys-For- Tots program in collecting Christmas www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, November 24, 2017 •The Charlton Villager•15

showcase their innovative and (D-Longmeadow), Senate pharmaceuticals to jet engines. Roughly 250,000 employees AWARD revolutionary manufacturing Chair of the Legislature’s Manufacturing output here work in the manufacturing sec- continued from page 1 capabilities and products.” Manufacturing Caucus. is at its highest level in his- tor in Massachusetts, compris- are contributing to the renais- “The Manufacturing Caucus The Manufacturing tory and accounts for more ing 7.8% of the total workforce sance of manufacturing in continues to highlight the great Caucus aims to increase than 11 percent of the state’s in the state. our state by truly making it work of our manufacturers Massachusetts’ competitive- economy. It is the sixth larg- For information, the “MAKE in Massachusetts,” said Rep. across the Commonwealth and ness in manufacturing by est employment sector here. IT” in Massachusetts web- Jeffrey N. Roy (D-Franklin), the policies and investments providing legislative support. According to the recently site, www.Mamanufacturing. House Chair of the Legislature’s that will help them succeed. Collaboration between manu- launched Manufacturing in com is the direct connection Manufacturing Caucus. Western Massachusetts in par- facturers, community colleges, Massachusetts website (www. to all of the resources avail- “Massachusetts is positioned ticular is home to many lead- technical high schools and mamanufacturing.com), 10.1% able on manufacturing in the to be number one in manufac- ing high-tech manufacturers. regional workforce boards is a of the Commonwealth’s total Commonwealth. turing in the United States, and Manufacturing increasingly way we can continue to develop economic output is tied to For news like this and more, these companies are all a large provides higher wages, creat- talent and increase production. manufacturing and $26 bil- visit Senator Gobi’s website part of our success story. And ing security for workers and Massachusetts is home to lion in manufactured goods at www.senatorannegobi. I am delighted that we had the improving our regional econo- world-class makers of every- were exported from the com and sign up for her news- opportunity to honor them and my,” said Senator Eric P. Lesser thing from machinery to bio- Commonwealth in 2016 alone. letter.

to be parked there and may be forced to the Pike, since it’s a toll road. doesn’t indicate a time frame for those TRUCK ISSUE act suddenly to avoid them.” At the time, the FHA reported it would requests). “Most of that -- $20 million -- continued from page 1 He also noted their presence might cost between $489 and $629 million to was awarded to pay for so-called intelli- make it difficult for fuel tankers serv- “meet future truck parking demand.” “dramatically evicting trucks out onto gent transportation systems technology ing the pumps and others with trail- But an Aug. 2, 2016 article at www. the Pike due to our parking positions.” that outfits parking areas to alert drivers “to maneuver easily.” Regarding trucks.com by Clarissa Hawes said it “It is perfectly reasonable trucks ers when parking is available.” Cohen’s idea of an “unchallenged tra- has never been met -- and may be far should be allowed to park there as long Along and near the Mass Pike, the dition,” Procopio said, “I don’t know worse now. Today, “there’s only park- as the avenues of access are open,” state Department of Transportation what was done previously. All Troopers ing for about 300,000 trucks,” but nearly Cohen said. lists four truck stops: Pride Travel are empowered to use their discretion,” 3 million are plying America’s high- “The Massachusetts State Police Center in Chicopee, Pilot Travel Center and those on the scene determined this ways. has received multiple complaints in and NE Truck Stop in Sturbridge, and situation “jeopardized public safety.” “Many states are reporting acute recent months regarding tractor-trail- Flynn’s Truck Plaza in Shrewsbury. The incident highlights a problem parking needs, primarily along major ers parked for long periods of time at It also notes there are four places with the Federal Highway Administration transit corridors and in dense metropol- turnpike rest areas on the apron area spaces specifically for tandem trailers: acknowledged in 1996: what was then a itan areas,” the website states. That has between the pumps and the highway, near Exit 6 in Springfield (35 spaces), “shortfall of 28,400 truck parking spaces often forced truckers to continue driv- an area that’s marked ‘No Parking,’” Exit 10A in Millbury (16 spaces), and in public rest areas nationwide,” espe- ing while tired, to park illegally, or park Trooper David Procopio, the agency’s two in Weston (eastbound, 19 spaces; cially for “long-term or overnight park- in places they deem unsafe “such as on spokesman, stated by email. “Troopers westbound, 34 spaces). ing.” Although the study found most the shoulders of roads, on exit ramps or have been enforcing the parking Allstays.com has a long list of places drivers prefer to overnight at private at vacant lots.” restriction. …[M]otorists pulling into with truck parking and various other truck stops (mostly because they tend Hawes wrote the FHA has only allo- that lane, especially during overnight facilities on and near most of the state’s to have more facilities, including show- cated about $34 million of the $231 mil- hours, are not expecting large trucks major highways. ers), that would require them to get off lion requested for parking projects (she

trying to cross train.” essential to her department is doing, which Monica does new hire easily, but before her REDMOND The new hire will cost due to shared responsibilities now, and there’s a piece of pay- new position was approved continued from page 1 Charlton an extra $35,000 a between finance and human roll that I’m doing in account- Redmond herself said she was tant to help. Monica Redman, year, but will put no added resources, making Redmond ing. The problem is, neither happy to have the chance to our assistant human resource strain on the town’s budget as the appropriate hire for the one of us can ever be out for a explore a new career opportu- director, has been assisting Redmond already receives ben- new job. day of any given week because nity that she has been seeking her,” Craver said. efits for working over 20 hours “We’ve had a little bit of there’s no backup coverage. for some time. “Because (selectmen) would in the human resources depart- transition when you combine It’s really important for me to “I have been going towards be giving her the assistant ment. Craver argued that hav- treasurer and collector and have someone who can sign a my bachelor’s degree in town accountant designation ing Redmond on board for both selectmen moved part of what warrant. Otherwise you can’t accounting so this is an excit- she would be able to get certi- positions is a better investment was being done in the treasur- have a payroll or payables go ing opportunity for me to actu- fied and be able to, if our town than hiring a new individual er’s office, which was payroll through without an assistant ally kind of work in that field,” accountant wasn’t there, also from the outside. and that got moved to human town accountant signature if Redmond said. perform those duties. We’re Foglio told selectmen resources. There’s a piece of I’m not available,” Foglio said. Redmond has already been payroll that human resources Selectmen approved the Dining & Entertainment Visit these fine establishments for great food and entertainment Call Sandy at 508.909.4110 to advertise

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WEBSTER LAKE – 294 Killdeer Island! WEBSTER LAKE – 10 Kenneth Ave! South WEBSTER LAKE – 271 Killdeer Island WEBSTER LAKE – Access! 124 Gore North Pond! 62’ Waterfront! Panoramic Pond! Sandy Shoreline! 9 Rm Contemp Rd! Middle Pond! 120’ Waterfront! Facing Rd! 440’ Waterfront! Great Location! Direct Views! 8 Rm Colonial! Kit w/Double Oven! Ranch, 3 Bdrms! 3 Baths! Lake Views from West! Beautiful Sunsets! 7 Rm Yr Rd Cottage! Highway Access! 3.4 Acres! UNDEVELOPED GLEAMING Hrdwd Flrs! 4 Bdrms! Most Rooms! Hrdwd & Tile Flrs Throughout! Open Flr Plan! Cabinet Kit & Din Rm out to LAND w/EXQUISITE VIEWS! Explore the 2 Full Baths! 14X20 Trex Deck! Newly Brunarhan Custom Granite Kit w/Cherry Lake Facing Deck! Liv Rm that Walks Out Opps! Build a Restaurant, Hotel, Painted! Prof Landscaped! Fenced Yard! Cabinets! 1st Flr Office! Master w/New Bath! to Small Balcony! 3 Bdrms! Updated Bath! Condominiums! Cozy 4 Rm, 2 Bdrm Home! Plenty of Docks Included! Frplcd Fam Rm! Deck w/Custom Bar! 2 Car Level Lot! Access All the Lake Has to Offer! Oversize 2 Car Garage w/2nd Floor! $524,900.00 Garage! $639,900.00 Thanksgiving! $279,000.00 $399,000.00

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER LAKE – 55 Colonial Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 33 Beacon Rd! 6 WEBSTER LAKE – 60 Bates Point Rd! Middle Pond! Absolute Prime 52’ Level WEBSTER LAKE - 82 Lakeside Ave! South Pond! Prime 157’ Waterfront w/ WEBSTER LAKE – Reid Smith Cove WEBSTER LAKE – 30 S. Point Rd! 91’ Western Expo! Beautiful Sunsets! Panoramic Lake Views! 10+ Rm, 4 Bdrm, 4.5 WATERFRONT LOT! South Shore Rd! Waterfront! Yr Rd 7 Rm Colonial! Ideal 2nd South Pond! 105’ Level Waterfront! Western Rms, 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths! 141’ Waterfront! Waterfront Lot w/Western Expo! Beautiful Sunsets! Panoramic Lake Views! 8 Expo! Awesome Sunsets! 10 Rm Contemp! 12,458’ Lot w/Plenty of Privacy! Kit, Master Bath, A/C’d, 3,832’ Custom Colonial! Lake Facing Quartz Kit w/Heated Flr! Din Build Your Dream Home or Summer Home! Panoramic Views of South Pond! Rms, 3 Bdrm, 2 Baths, A/C’d, Ranch! Custom SS Applianced Granite Kit! Din Rm Retreat! Set on Quiet Road, Surrounded NEW Kit w/Din! Frplc Din & Liv Rm w/Lake Pano Lake Views Most Rms! Open Flr Plan! Bdrm, Master Bath, Roof & Windows New Area w/Custom Wall Unit & Slider to Waterfront Deck w/Elect Awning! Frplc w/Hrdwds & Slider to Waterfront Deck w/Awning! Lake Facing Frplc Liv Rm w/ by Woods! Sloping Lot Down to Level Facing Picture Window! 3 Bdrms! Walkout Frplcd Liv Rm! 4 2nd Flr Bdrms, 3 Lake in 2013! Enjoy Sunsets from Wrap-around Cathedral, Skylight & Hrdwds! Comfortable Master Bdrm! Frplcd Lower Level Liv Rm! Din Rm w/Tray Ceiling! Lake Facing Master w/Master Bath! Upstairs 3 Waterfront! 7,200’ Lot! 57’ on the Water Lower Level w/Fam Rm w/Summer Kit! Facing! Master Bath! 2.5 Remodeled Baths! Porch! Beautiful Lake Views! Frplc Liv Fam Rm! 2 Car Garage! Bdrms, 2 Lake Facing! Lower Level Fam Rm w/2nd Kit, Sauna & Full Bath! 3 Car & Road! Town Water & Sewer Available! NEW Int. Paint! Recent Roof & Siding! 2 Car Garage! Dock! Add Lot Across St! Rm! SS Appliances C/Air! 2 Car Garage! $749,900.00 Attached, 1 Car Detached! Security! Generator! Boat House! $1,195,900.00 $229,900.00 $349,900.00 Recent Roof! $599,900.00 $519,900.00

SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT SOLD WEBSTER LAKE – 48 Laurelwood Dr! Reid Smith Cove! One of the Lake’s Best Lots! Beautiful 10 Rm, 3,686’ Contemp! WEBSTER LAKE – 18 Bates Crossing! South Pond! Beautiful Sunrises! Huge Eastern WEBSTER LAKE – 901 Treasure WEBSTER LAKE – 334 Killdeer Island! WEBSTER LAKE – 60 Lakeside Ave! 104’ Waterfront, 228’ Rd Frontage, 33,628 Sq. Ft, or .77 Acres! The Best on Market! Gradual Sloped Lawn to Beach/Shore! Exposure! 8 Rm 3,100’ Custom Contemporary! 2.43 Acres! Substantial Privacy! Home Features Isl! Prime Beachfront Townhouse! Middle Pond! South Facing! Well Maintained 100’ Waterfront! Huge Views of South Private Rd w/Woods Across Street! Location, Slope to Water, View & Exposure, Things You Can’t Change, After that it’s Endless Possibilities! Open Flr Plan w/Magnificent Views from Every Rm! 3 Bdrms, 3 Baths, 6Rms! 1,874’! Open Floor Plan! Applianced 7 Rm Colonial! Applianced Oak Kit! Din Rm Pond! Western Exposure = Fantastic One’s Imagination! Front, Back, & Side Yards, Space to Roam, Entertain, Park & Expand! Main Level, White & Black Cathedral Ceilings w/Skylights! European Kit w/Center Isl! Modern Frplc Liv Rm w/Glass Granite Kit w/Hrdwds! Din & Liv Rms w/ W/Hrdwds! Cathedral Ceiling Liv Rm w/Lake Sunsets! In Time for Summer! 5 Rooms Granite Kit, Center Isl w/Gas Range & Sink, Wall Ovens! Din Area! Lake Facing Din Rm! Frplcd Liv Rm w/Cathedral Open Sliders Open to Waterfront Balcony! Master Bdrm w/en-suite Bath, Separate Shower, Jacuzzi Hrdwds! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! Views! Cathedral Ceiling 3 Season Sunrm of Rustic Charm! Real Log Summer to Sun Rm w/Water View! Lake Facing Office/Possible 4th Bdrm! Half Bath! Upstairs, 3 Bdrms, 2 Bathrms! Amazing Lake Tub, Walk-in Closet & Attached Laundry! Lower Level Bdrms Share Private Bath! C/Air! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Tile Flr! Recent CAir, Overlooking Lake! Lake Facing Master Suite, Cottage! 10,924’ Lot Allows for Room Facing Master, Bath w/Whirlpool, Steam Shower, Dble Vanity, Cathedral w/Skylight & Laundry! Walk-out Lower Level w/ Attached Garage w/Work Space! Detached 2 Car Heated Garage w/Workshop! Greenhouse! Gas Heat & Windows! Trex Deck! Garage! Master Bath! 3Bdrms! 2 Baths! Sandy Beach! to Expand! Remodel It! Tear it Down! Frplcd Fam Rm, Summer Kit & 3rd Full Bath, 3.5 Total! C/Air! Gas Heat! 2 Car Garage & More! $1,100,000.00 Panoramic Lake & Estuary Views! $950,000.00 BOAT SLIP! Heated Pool! $424,900.00 $469,900.00 Build New! $359,900.00

Featured New Webster Lake Listing! hope2own.com 7 CEDAR DR & 0 BIRCH ISLAND RD 508.943.4333 Sharon Pelletier - Broker English Tudor Style Colonial! Cathedral ceiling Dining & Licensed in MA, CT & RI Fireplaced Living Room! 1600+ sq ft of living area! 3 Good size bedrooms. Master bedroom with Master Bath! 1 bedroom on the main living level. 2-1/2 Total Baths! 7 rooms total! Finished basement with WE WANT YOUR Hearth! Forced hot air by oil! Central Air Conditioning! 14’ X 42’ car 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 port! 3 car garage! Comes with Non-Seperable Waterfront Lot, on LISTINGS! Middle Pond! Enjoy Webster lake without the High Taxes! $367,000. Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! June Cazeault * William Gilmore II * Laurie Sullivan * Diane Strzelecki * Matthew Ross * Lori Johnson-Chausse * Mark Barrett * Brian Bohenko

DUDLEY - 67 WEST MAIN ST WEBSTER - 12 ERNEST ST WEBSTER - 10 HIGHLAND ST THOMPSON- 422 RIVERSIDE DR WEBSTER LAKE - TREASURE ISLAND #306

WELCOME TO WEBSTER LAKE’S PREMIER CONDO COMMUNITY ~ TREASURE ISLAND END UNIT!!! Unit 306 - Original owner! Don’t wait!This is the ONLY Condo Currently Available!! Enjoy SORRY, SOLD! the Peaceful & Tranquil Setting ~ Private Welcome home to this Huge, Sprawling, Custom Built, Very Attractive, Ranch ON DEPOSITDeck Faces the “Naturescape” Waterfront, Looking for a place for your BUSINESS? Looking for a good INVESTMENT? Roadside Oasis! Pride of Ownership! Close to 395! Ideal for anyone starting Check out this Dudley Business Zoned (BUS-15) Property on the CORNER of Style Home! No Kidding - there is 2,848 SF+/- of Living Area on One Level! Better than new! young oversized 3 to 4 bedroom split entry on allowing You the Quiet Enjoyment of West Main & View Street.197’ road frontage (65’ on W Main / 132’ on View St.). Meander on up the curved brick walkway and open the door to a very unique or has their own Business, 30x40 Steel Building, 12ft garage Door! 15 Foot Watching Herons, Eagles and More! Freshly Painted! Newer Windows and Sliders! and private property! Half acre+/- level lot! In-ground pool, built-in hot tub, a a dead end street! Hardwood floors! Granite counters! Forced hot Recently Converted “Salt Water” Pool for Summer Fun & Ice Skating / Ice Fishing Business Zoned Abutting Rear Lot on View St. is also available, asking $54,900. Ceilings! Fully Insulated! Single Family - 3Bedroom, 2+ Bath,- 1456 Sq Ft, Improvements include an Antique 2 story single family home w/3 BRS, 2 Baths. poolside cabana w/kitchen & full bath, Gated driveway! Huge carport/pavilion for water by oil! Above ground pool! Town water & sewer. 2 gar ga- is only a Short Walk form Home!! 2 Boat Slips for Your Water Toys!! Almost 1900 entertaining! The interior is incredible w/separate wings for private family living Flat Level Lot, 1/2 Acre! Completely Renovated! Originally a 2 family convert- It may be possible to convert this home back to a 2 family with the addition of a rage. So much more! sq ft of Lake Living ~ Full Time or Vacation Home,...2 Spacious Bedrms with Full 2nd means of egress. Home is Connected to Municipal Water & Sewer, a recent & entertainment, separate BR suites, 10 rooms total! Currently has a longtime, ed to a Single Family Use, Security System! Stainless Steel Appliances! Town Baths, Attached Garage, Economical GAS Heat, Central Air & Central Vac! PETS established, successful in-home hair salon business! You Will Be Amazed! Natural Gas Buderus FHW Boiler w/cast iron radiators, a 2 Car Detached Garage Sold higher than asking price $278,000 Sewer! Private Water! $259,000. allowed! On Deposit in 7 Days $342,000. $199,900 $349,900.

DUDLEY - 33 RAYMOND ST WEBSTER LAKE - 38 WEST POINT RD WEBSTER LAKE - 22 LAURELWOOD DR LAND! WEBSTER/DUDLEY 1st Time Offered in Reid Smith Cove, Spectacular BUILDABLE LOTS 3700+/- SF, 13 Rm/4.5 Bath Lake Home, Uniquely Webster Lake - 16 Black Point Rd. Waterfront, Boat Designed for Lake-Style Living! Private Setting, Access, Buildable w/Town Water & Sewer. $54,900 SORRY, SOLD! Ideal Location, .68 Acres, 92’ of Natural Shoreline, Webster Lake - 0 South Point Rd. Waterfront, SORRY, SOLD! Prof. Landscape, Multiple Decks, Lakeside Cabana, Garage on lot $144,900. “EXCEPTIONAL” Custom Built Ranch on Expansive 5+ Acres! Very Private! Located on 3 Mstr BR Suites w/Elegant 1st Flr Mstr ~ all w/ a Dead End St. Quality Workmanship & Design Throughout! Dining Area Opens to Deck On Killdeer Island with 90 feet of water frontage on Overlooking the Grounds! Most of the Main Level is Enhanced by Beautiful “Australian Private Baths, Finished Walkout LL w/Living Webster Lake - 22 South Point Rd. Waterfront, Cypress” Wood Floors & Decorative Custom Lighting! 2 Very Efficient “Harman” Pellet North Pond! This 3-4 bedroom, 2 car garage! All town Southern exposure! Town Water & Sewer $229,900 Stoves will Stay! RV Hook up! Underground Services! Floor Plan Offers a Split Bedroom services. House would make a good rehab or complete & Billiard Rms & Summer Kitchen! Call Sharon at Set Up, Private Master on one end, & the Other 3 at the Opposite End! Zoning is R-87 Some Permitted uses are: Horses, Barn, Livestock, Sales Stand for Garden or Other Pro- tare down, nice location justifies either. 508-954-7222 for More Information $1,150,000. Oxford - 4 Leiecester St., 8.47 acres, mostly cleared duce! Finished LL Combined Living/Dining Area, Kitchenette & Utility Room. $429,900. assisted sale $449,900. $149,900 On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg WEBSTER LAKE - 18 BATES XNG WEBSTER LAKE - 118 POINT BREEZE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 91 SOUTH SHORE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 32 WEST POINT RD WEBSTER LAKE • 2 SOUTH POINT RD

SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! ON DEPOSIT Excellent Opportunity to Finally Own Your Own Webster Lake Waterfront Privacy, view, and a lot of Land! 2+ acres! level waterfront with a One of A Kind Property!- Gorgeous Panoramic Views of Reid WEBSTER LAKE: PANORAMIC VIEWS OF WEBSTER LAKE! Great South Fac- Property! Prime Location, 5,697+/- SF Lot, 50’ Rd & Water Frontage On Killdeer Island! FIRST TIME OFFERED! Great for Swimming! Center Staged, ing Location, 62’ prime lakefront, large deep lot 10,489sf , flagstone & concrete natural shoreline, no walls. Private Lagoon! 3,100’ Contemporary! at a Great Price! Contemporary Ranch offers 996+/- SF of living area Smith Cove! 90ft of Water Frontage, with privacy!! 3 bedrooms, Multi Level Stone Fireplace is the “Focus” of this Beautiful Custom Built 3 bedrooms, 3 baths! Large open kitchen, cathedral ceiling with w/2 BRs & full bath. Plus, convenient, indoor access to Walkout Lower 1 Bath & 2 half baths! Wet Bar!! Appliances Included. Walk Out patios, full concrete walkway at water’s edge, dock, retaining walls & stonework, Lakefront Contemporary! The Main Level is Complete with Fire Placed Living privacy fence, storage shed, recently paved drive, plenty offstreet parking in drive- skylites and fireplace, overlooking Ira Bates Cove! Master Bedroom Level w/tremendous potential for additional living area. Main level fea- Lower Level! Deck! 1 Car Detached Garage! Your own Private Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Full Bath and 2 Bedrooms! 2nd Floor offers a Private way & area at roadside, spacious, Year-round, 2 story Cape home, 4 BRs (1 on tures Open Floor Plan w/sliders to full front deck! Spectacular Westerly Boat Ramp. BOAT & DOCKS INCLUDED. Town Services! with Jacuzzi Tub, large walk in Closet! Central Air! 2 Car Heated views across Middle Pond! Additional land & shore frontage available. Master! Lower Level has Cozy Family Room, Office Area, Fireplace & Full Bath! 1st flr), 2 full BAs, Harvey replacement windows, 6 year+/- young roof. Garage! Experience Nature at it finest! assisted sale $950,000. $345,000 $574,900. Great for Over night Guests! Don’t Let this One Get Away! $585,000. NEW PRICE $419,900 4 • The Villager • Friday, November 24, 2017

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MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Friday, December 1, 2017 • 11:00 AM-DOUGLAS 154 Main Street R sgl fam, 1,754 sf liv area, 0.28 ac lot, 7 rm, 4 bdrm, 2 bth, Worcester(Worc): Bk 40044, Pg 305 E

TERMS: $5,000 cash or certified check at the time and place of the sale. The balance to be paid within thirty A (30) days at the law offices of Korde & Associates, P.C. 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite 3102, Lowell, MA 01851, Attorney for the Mortgagee. Auctioneer makes no representation as to the accuracy L of the information contained herein. BAY STATE AUCTION CO, INC. NORTH CHELMSFORD (978) 251-1150 www.baystateauction.com MAAU#: 2624, 2959, 3039, 2573, 2828, 1428, 2526, 2484 E S T A T Donna Caissie & Sandra Terlizzi E Realtors Donna 774-641-3325 Sandra 508-414-9032 2SistersTeam@gmail 2SistersTeam.com 508-943-7669 • 774-230-5044 Maria Reed Diane Luong Maureen Bill Roland Proudly associated with JoAnnSoldMyHouse.com 508-873-9254 774-239-2937 O’Connor 508-272-5832 508-981-4902 NMLS #20898 LICENSEDLICENSED IN IN MA MA & & CT CT Jo-Ann Szymczak Free Market Analysis! Call any agent listed CRS, GRI, SRES, ASP “Home Ownership Matters” above for a showing Open House Directory (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult Community (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment (W) Waterfront ADDRESS STYLE TIME PRICE REALTOR/SELLER/PHONE Oxford: 2900sq.ft. Building. Dudley: Development Possibilities. Town water and sewer available. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Ideal for adult Day Care, Res- Build duplexes or single family houses. 2-3 lots plus 2 bedroom house DUDLEY idential or business use. Near (rent or flip) 6 Fourth Ave S 11-1 $229,900 ReMax Advantage 1/JoAnn Szymczack 508-943-7669 Mass Pike, 395, 20, 12 & 146 71 Mason Rd ~ $359,900 498 Main St ~ $485,000 WEBSTER 18 Paradise Ln S 10-Noon $232,500 ReMax Advantage 1/JoAnn Szymczack 508-230-5044 Vicki Bennett 774-633-6762

OPEN HOUSE SUN. 10-NOON Webster: Finished lower Webster Lake: MUST Webster: Two units, Oxford: Condo, Up- level, Fireplace, Walk to SEE MULTI-LEVEL 6-3-1 each unit, Sided, dates include granite Webster Lake, 2 Baths, 1 LIVING. 2900 sq. ft. Garage, Natural counter, Hardwood in year old roof, applianced, Sandy beach. 3.5 baths. woodwork living room. Pellet stove first floor laundry. (fireplace). Garage. 16 Pattison Rd.~ To have your open house listed in this directory 50 Lake St ~ $184,900 18 Paradise Ln~ 1 Carol Dr ~ $189,900 $799,900 please contact Sandy at 508-909-4110 $239,900 Friday, November 24, 2017 • The Villager • 5 Health Myths And Facts: Clearing Up A Few Misconceptions About Eye Exams

(NAPS) is typically performed by an People are constantly optometrist. reminded to eat right and exer- • Myth: An eye exam is cise to stay healthy. But what unnecessary unless you have a about eye health? Dozens of eye vision problem. diseases and conditions, such • Fact: Don’t wait to as diabetes, high blood pres- notice a vision problem before sure and some cancers, can be you get an eye exam. Some eye diagnosed and detected during diseases and conditions have a simple eye exam. no early warning signs until This is because the eye is vision is lost. If they’re detect- actually part of the nervous ed early, however, vision can system. An eye physician can usually be saved. detect abnormalities in the fine Eye Exam Recommendations blood vessels at the back of the The American Academy of eye before they’re seen in other Ophthalmology recommends parts of the body. Trouble that people get a baseline eye spotted in the eye may signal examination at age 40, the time health-related changes that when early signs of disease or may otherwise go undetected. changes in vision may occur. Eye Health Truths This exam is just as import- Here are the facts on a few ant as a baseline screening for common myths about eye diabetes or certain cancers. If exams: you’re age 65 or older, have • Myth: Eye exams only your eyes checked every year provide a prescription for eye- or two for signs of age-related glasses. eye diseases such as cataracts, • Fact: There are two macular degeneration, and different types of eye examina- glaucoma. tions: Sight-Saving Care 1. A comprehensive med- If you are 65 or older and ical eye exam is typically per- worry about the cost of an formed by an ophthalmologist, exam, the American Academy It’s wise to have a professional check your eyes regularly. a physician who specializes in of Ophthalmology’s EyeCare medical and surgical eye care. America program may be Your ophthalmologist will able to help. EyeCare America dilate your eyes with drops. provides medical eye exams, the Glaucoma program offers through the VA age, race, and family history This lets him or her thoroughly often at no out-of-pocket cost, a glaucoma eye exam to eli- • Not seen an ophthal- Learn More examine your retina and optic to eligible people through a gible individuals who are at mologist in three or more years For further information nerve, located at the back of network of approximately 6,000 increased risk for glaucoma, Glaucoma Program: about the program and to see if your eye, for signs of damage volunteer ophthalmologists. determined by their age, race, • U.S. citizen or legal you, a family member or any- from disease. Nearly 2 million people have and family history. resident one else you know may be eli- 2. A routine eye exam been helped through EyeCare Program Eligibility: • Not belong to an HMO gible, visit www.aao.org/eye- determines whether you need America’s two programs. The Seniors Program: or have eye care benefits careamerica. glasses or contact lenses to see Seniors program connects eli- • U.S. citizen or legal through the VA EyeCare America is co-spon- clearly. You will be asked to gible seniors with a volunteer resident • Not had an eye exam sored by the Knights Templar read a standardized chart to ophthalmologist for a medical • Age 65 or older in 12 months or more Eye Foundation, Inc., with determine how well you see at eye exam at no out-of-pocket • Not belong to an HMO • At increased risk for additional support provided by different distances. This exam cost for up to one year, while or have eye care benefits glaucoma, determined by your Alcon. Get Back On Your Feet—Tips Medicare Open Enrollment For Running At Any Age Means More To Boomers Than Ever (NAPS) Each year, Medicare Open Enrollment begins on October 15 and ends on December 7. It’s an important opportunity for eligible individuals to select a Medicare plan that best meets their current and potential health needs, and also offers cru- cial protection for unexpected costs. Although it’s been 10 years since the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression hit the U.S., most middle-income boomers say they still Planning for your retirement should include taking medical don’t feel their financ- costs into account. A professional financial adviser can help. es have fully recovered. According to a recent study from the Bankers sonally satisfying retire- vate insurers, and pro- Life Center for a Secure ment. vides Medicare Parts A Retirement, today, only Here are four tips to and B, plus additional Sixty-six-year-old distance runner Barbara McGirr was the national winner of award honoring 57 percent of middle-in- consider as you plan coverage to protect you older adults who improve their health through fitness. come boomers feel confi- for Medicare Open against health care relat- dent meeting their daily Enrollment: ed debt. Knowing your financial obligations, 1. Create a monthly options will help you budget to assist in man- choose the plan that’s (NAPS) before beginning a new exercise rou- down from 65 percent aging your debt. Boomers right for you. Running can seem like a daunting tine. before the crisis. Along are realizing they will not 3. Create a plan for workout no matter your age. 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Now, even after retirement, Always cool down with a slow walk and 74.9 million Americans For example, Original Consult a trusted finan- McGirr continues to compete in 4K and lots of stretching to reduce recovery aged 53 to 71 in 2017— Medicare supplies ben- cial adviser for guidance 5K races. time. will likely live to around eficiaries with Parts A on which plan is right Her inspiring fitness journey was SilverSneakers partners with more age 85, on average, (hospital insurance) and for your needs and where recently recognized by SilverSneakers than 13,000 participating fitness loca- according to the Social B (medical insurance). you can identify savings as she was named the national win- tions and wellness centers, giving Security Administration, However, some people opportunities. ner of the SilverSneakers Richard L. members access to the site’s basic and unexpected health may need more coverage. 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Many people may snowfall provides the run indoors when the perfect opportunity for temperatures outside parents and their chil- approach or dip below dren to start building freezing. But the truly some snowmen. While adventurous see no rea- “snowman building” is son why a little cold unlikely to find its way weather should keep onto any gym schedules, them cooped up indoors building a snowman pro- for months at a time. vides a great workout. Sports and other physi- Lifting snow is great cal activities can provide strength training, while the perfect respite from pushing snow to form the cabin fever that can Frosty’s body is a great settle in during long win- way to get in some car- ters. Families looking diovascular exercise. to get some quality time • Skiing and snow- outdoors together this boarding: The earlier winter can enjoy a host youngsters start skiing of activities in the great and/or snowboarding, outdoors, even if the tem- the more likely such peratures are a tad on the activities will prove sec- chilly side. ond nature. Many resorts • Sledding: Sledding offer skiing and snow- may remind adults of boarding lessons to kids their childhoods and and adults, so parents turn kids’ snow days can book weekend get- into fun afternoons they aways for the family to will never forget. Kids nearby resorts and foster can seemingly ride their a love of winter sports in sleds and toboggans youngsters. down snowy hills all day While it’s tempting to long, but even parents get dle steering duties. When may not know that many even if there are a few fortable and capable of huddle up indoors when a kick out of racing kids sledding, keep a close eye retailers sell snowshoes inches of snow on the keeping their feet warm. winter hits full swing, downhill or sharing a sled for any signs that suggest for children. While snow- ground. Make sure kids • Snowman building: families who embrace with their youngsters. kids might be getting too shoeing can be physical- are bundled up, paying Perhaps no outdoor win- the great outdoors when While older kids can cold, such as shivering or ly demanding, it’s also a extra attention to their ter activity is more con- the temperatures dip can typically handle sleds on clothes that are soaked fun way for families that footwear. Kids will enjoy ducive to family fun than avoid cabin fever and their own, parents should through. like family walks to con- snowshoeing more if building a snowman. The enjoy one another’s com- ride along with toddlers • Snowshoeing: Parents tinue those traditions their boots are both com- season’s first substantial pany along the way. to prevent falls and han- Safety first for winter sportsmen

Skiing and snowboarding are immensely popular in the winter, but that popularity should not overshadow how dangerous these activities can be. * Get instruction. Ski resorts typically require guests with no previous skiing or snowboarding experience to get lessons before they can take to the slopes. These lessons are a must for novice skiers and snowboarders and even those athletes with no recent experience on the slopes. * Be especially cautious when entering or exiting the ski lift. Ski lifts pose a significant injury risk, so skiers and snowboarders should always be attentive when entering or exiting the lift. * Don’t allow young children to snowboard. Many of today’s youngsters prefer snowboarding to skiing. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children seven years of age and younger should not snowboard. * Don’t be in a hurry. Skiing or snowboarding too fast increases the chance you will lose control and cause injury to yourself or others. Go at a slow- er, more relaxed pace and take in all of the beautiful scenery along the way.

SLEDDING Sledding is a great way to CAPTION: Sledders, be they children or adults, should always sled feet-first or sitting up. have some fun in the winter snow. But even though sledding is often seen as a carefree activity, it can be risky as well. Winter is a special time of clothing can go a long way especially susceptible to cold be as cautious as possible when * Never sled near traffic. year for sportsmen. The great toward ensuring this winter weather, so parents should getting in some ice time. Sledding near traffic is a defi- outdoors beckons men and sports season is fun and illness- dress them in one more layer * Beware of thin ice. Ice nite no-no, as it risks the lives women in the wintertime, and injury-free. than they dress themselves. that forms on moving waters, of sledders and motorists alike. when skiing, snowboarding, * Wear protective head gear. When wearing scarves, sports- including rivers and creeks, is Always make sure you sled snowshoeing, and sledding are Protective headgear can help men should tuck their scarves never safe enough to skate on. in an insulated area far away just a few of the many cold sportsmen avoid colds and in so they don’t get tangled Such waters should always be from roadways. weather activities to entice ath- head injuries. When venturing with sporting equipment. avoided no matter how thick * Sled feet-first or sitting up. letes out of their homes. outdoors in the winter, always * Remove drawstrings from the ice may appear. When Sledding feet-first or sitting Though winter sports can wear a protective wool ski cap. kids’ clothing. Drawstrings going ice skating or playing up greatly reduces a sledder’s help fend off cabin fever, those Most body heat is lost through on winter hats, overcoats and hockey outdoors, only do so on risk of suffering a head or neck who don’t exercise certain the head, but wool caps help pants can prove harmful to waters that are supervised and injury. Never sled while lying safety precautions might find your body retain warmth on children. These drawstrings have been tested and approved down head first. themselves dealing with anoth- cold days and nights. In addi- can easily get tangled and for skating. * Never sled on ice. Sledding er kind of fever. Cold weath- tion, sportsmen should always lead to strangulation. Parents * Skate with the crowd and on ice can cause injuries and er can leave men, women and wear protective headgear when should remove all drawstrings never skate alone. Skating make it difficult to control a children susceptible to illness skiing, sledding, snowboarding from kids’ winter clothing alone might give you all the sled. When sledding, only do so or injury if they aren’t careful. or playing ice hockey. Even the before kids participate in win- room in the world to perform a on packed snow. The following are a few safety most experienced sportsmen ter sports. figure eight, but skating alone * Do not allow a sled to be tips for winter sportsmen who can suffer a head injury when leaves you with no backup pulled by a vehicle. Being want to make the most of the playing a winter sport, but the should the ice break and you pulled by a vehicle while on coming winter sports season. appropriate headgear can pre- ICE SKATING & HOCKEY fall in or if you injure yourself a sled might seem like fun, vent head injuries to veteran in a fall. When skating, never but it’s nearly impossible for CLOTHING Winter is a great time to and novice athletes alike. go ice skating or play some skate against the crowd. oncoming traffic to see a sled- Inadequate clothing is one * Dress in layers. Dressing in hockey. However, ice sports der behind a vehicle, and it’s layers is another way to stay SKIING AND SNOW- very easy for the sled to fishtail of the easiest ways a winter like skating and hockey can be BOARDING sportsmen can fall victim to warm and prevent illness in especially dangerous, and it’s into oncoming traffic. illness or injury . But the right the winter months. Kids are wise for adults and children to Friday, November 24, 2017 • The Villager • 7 Winter Sports How to maintain workout routines during the holidays

Between decking the halls, visiting family and attending holiday parties, it may seem like there is little time to maintain a workout routine during the holiday season. While the holiday season is an especially busy time of year, men and women who plan and stay ded- icated to their routines do not need to let their health fall by the wayside until January. Several studies show that people can gain anywhere from one pound to a few pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Although that might not seem like a lot of weight, a report in The New England Journal of Medicine noted that many people never lose the weight they put on during the holidays. Those who struggle to keep the weight off understand the importance of maintaining both a consistent fitness schedule and healthy eating habits. This may be challenging when the rich foods and parties syn- onymous with the holiday season are around to threaten healthy habits. Here’s how to stay on course. • Establish a regular exercise date. Treat exercise as any other obligation on the calendar. Make it a necessity and not a luxury. Schedule time for workouts, even if it means removing something else from your agenda. • Don’t worry about the CAPTION: Daily exercise need not fall by the wayside during the hectic holiday season. length of your workouts. If you’re accustomed to an hour- long workout but cannot fit in alone. However, if you have a that has fitness equipment. the benefit of exercise. cises that rely on bodyweight more than 20 minutes on some workout partner who is count- This way you can keep up with • Transform chores into exer- for effectiveness. days, don’t skip the workout ing on you and vice versa, you your routine. Even swimming cise opportunities. See that • Periodically exercise simply because it’s shorter. may be less inclined to miss a a few laps in an indoor pool vacuum cleaner, rake or broom during the day. If you have Make the most of that time by workout — even when you’re can provide a cardiovascular as a piece of exercise equip- a few free moments here and targeting larger, core muscles. not especially motivated to hit workout while you’re on vaca- ment. While cleaning up for there during the day, use these • Change your schedule. You the gym. tion. Remember, it only takes a holiday company, turn on the opportunities to exercise. By may need to alter your daily • Try new activities. two-week break from exercise radio and get your heart pump- the end of the day, you may schedule to fit in gym work- Workouts need not be limited to experience a fitness regres- ing, too. Do leg raises while find you squeezed in an entire outs or other exercise. Try get- to exercises in the gym. Plenty sion, and you will only have to you’re preparing meals or do workout’s worth of exercise ting up earlier and heading out of activities work the body work harder to get back to your some pushups off of the kitchen over the course of several prior to work or school. This and burn calories. Sledding, current fitness level if you let counter. 10-minute intervals. will open up time throughout ice skating, skiing, and snow- exercise slide too long. • Use your bodyweight. Even Exercise and fitness do not the rest of your day, and you boarding are just a few winter • Add short, high-intensity if you can’t make it to the gym, have to play second fiddle to can use that time to meet the sports that can help you stay exercises. Burn more calories rely on your own body resis- other holiday activities. Make demands of the holiday season. in shape. in less time with high-intensity tance for a thorough workout. time for workouts, and you will • Get a trainer or a workout • Choose a hotel with a pool workouts. This way you won’t Pushups, squats, burpees, be ahead of the game come the buddy. It’s far easier to blow or gym. If holiday travel is on need to schedule as much time mountain climbers, jumping new year. off a workout when you go it your itinerary, select a hotel for workouts but will still get rope, and lunges are some exer- Make this season on the slopes safe and successful

Skiing and snowboard- your snowboard. Some niques you might have ing remain very popu- strength training exercis- forgotten since last win- lar among athletes and es can reduce your risk of ter, and such instruction outdoor enthusiasts who broken bones should you can reduce your risk of refuse to be relegated to fall while on the moun- injury. the couch upon the arriv- tain, and the better shape • Ease yourself back in. al of winter weather. you’re in the more ener- While it can be tempting For the millions of men, gy you will have to stay to pick up where you left women and children who on the slopes. off last season, going too can’t wait to hit the slopes • Reassess your gear. hard on your first trip each winter, the thrill of Before your first skiing or can increase your risk racing down snow-cov- snowboarding trip, reex- of injury. Ease yourself ered mountainsides is a amine your gear to make back in on your first few feeling unlike any other. sure it does not need to trips down the moun- While skiing and snow- be replaced. If your gear tain, warming up on eas- boarding are popular rec- has a bit too much wear ier slopes until you once reational activities, they and tear, the National Ski again get the hang of can still be dangerous. As Areas Association recom- things and feel comfort- a result, it’s imperative mends choosing gear that able tackling more diffi- that anyone who plans to is resistant to wind and cult trails. If you do find hit the slopes this winter water and wearing gear yourself struggling on a takes steps to ensure this that protects you from slope, the NSAA advis- winter sports season is as the sun, which can still es that you always leave safe and successful as it is do damage by reflecting your skis and snowboard thrilling. off the snow and causing on and side step down the • Start exercising. If it’s sunburn. In addition, slope. been awhile since you inspect your equipment, Many athletes and hit the gym or broke a including your skis and outdoor enthusiasts anx- sweat, it’s best to start snowboard, to make sure iously anticipate the day exercising before you hit they are up for anoth- when they can return to the slopes. Your risk of er season of hitting the the slopes to ski or snow- injury is greater if you slopes. board. But it’s important are out of shape upon • Take lessons. Novice that skiers and snow- returning to the slopes, skiers and snowboard- boarders of all skill lev- so start exercising as the ers might want to take els exercise caution so season approaches so you a refresher course at the their winter sports sea- can regain any flexibil- onset of each ski and son starts off on the right ity you might have lost snowboarding season. foot. since you last slipped on Qualified instructors can your skis or strapped into reacquaint you with tech-

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Two dressers Paddles Included plus 18” Extension, $1,700 best offer $500 6 Side Chairs Custom made (508) 347-9979 $800 WHITE OUTDOOR 284 LOST & FOUND 284 LOST & FOUND 298 WANTED TO BUY 298 WANTED TO BUY parlor cabinet, PRODUCTS PETS PETS Harden Gold Wedge SnowBoss 1050 $1500 2013 Mirro-Craft Sofa Snowblower, 10hp Glass door 14’6” Boat Trolle1416 2013 40HP Yamaha Motor, Did you find WAR Excellent Condition Tecumseh two stage hutch - best offer Route $400 Full Cover Hummingbird Fish Finder, Many Extras, your pet? 30 in width, electric start John Deere Boat, Motor, and 2014 Trailer Like New, Ready to Go! ********** 169 RELICS (774) 241-0141 Well maintained. snowblower Call Or find a home $600.00 MISSING DOG!!! & WAR (like new) $700 - must (860) 935-0340 for one? Antiques be seen! Call for appt. Leave Message $500 Reward 884 Worcester St. SOUVENIRS Price $8,500.00 NORDITRAC EXERCISER (508) 347-3775 774-507-6315 Southbridge MA Name: Piccolo WANTED WWII & EARLIER EXERCISE BIKE TWO SOFA TABLES Sex: Male Looking To Purchase SNOW TIRES Old Town Canoe Breed: Maltese Antiques CA$H WAITING! LARGE PET CARRIER Like new (4) ONE DARK OAK 1931 old town 18’ Age: 12 And Collectibles Helmets, Swords, Firestone Winter Force w/ Shelf Underneath restored Maine guide PLEASE CONTACT Single Items Daggers, Bayonets, 215/60-15 THREE SPEED MEN’S $125 canoe. CHRIS Or Entire Estates Medals, Badges, Flags, COLOMBIA BIKE $300 Clear resin coated, LET US KNOW!!! (860) 634-6001 Uniforms, etc. ONE MAHOGANY We Buy It All Over 30 Years Experience. 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PINE DINING ROOM, AND AQUASTAT Both Very Good Condition Town-To-Town Estate Auctions Can email Pictures Paddles included PEDESTAL TABLE, Runs great LAST SEEN AT 2 LEAVES, (774) 239-3006 Perfect for the wooden Classifieds CALL MIKE ANYTIME Instruction, wiring and owners INTERSECTION OF TUFT 8 CAPTAIN CHAIRS canoe enthusiast. manual 508-909-4111 HILL RD/LINEHOUSE ON (774)230-1662 $200 OR BEST OFFER $5800.00 9/11/17 @ 9:00pm 300 HELP WANTED 508-248-7055 $250 (508)479-0230 WOODSPLITTER LOST CAT Has Anxiety and CHF 21 Ton, Horizontal/Vertical STURBRIDGE- It is important he gets $ BUY & SELL $ Sears 12” Bandsaw ARTIFICIAL 257 COLLECTIBLES 305 BUSINESS $1,600 Near Main Street daily medication. ALL GOLD & SILVER CHRISTMAS TREE Neutered, Heavy-Set Male When Piccolo gets OPPORTUNITIES New Total Gym ITEMS WITH STAND - 6 FT. 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QUALITY GEMSTONES FROM WHEELED BIKES 265 FUEL/WOOD HORSE BEDDING Bring in your items & Pine Bag Shavings Strong social media APATITE TO TANZANITE- SUNBEAM WHOLE FIREWOOD see what they’re worth. AAA GRADE. 3.25 cubic feet computerized, HOUSE 8 BARRELS Cut, Split & Delivered You won’t leave for a Floating Dock $4.85/each disappointed. reasonable rent, HUMIDIFIER Green & Seasoned LIZBETH LEBLANC $10/each Honesty and fairness recession proof. 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Shy but very SCARED** Swamp runner w/5’ long New GPS GARMIN 255, MOPEDS & OLDER affectionate. Great for extension propeller. $45 CANON POWER SHOT SCOOTERS Predator engine, 6-1/2 HP, elderly person or quiet PLEASE CALL WITH CAMERA 212cc, paperwork and book. home. ANY INFORMATION AND 1010X Used 2 hours; Call Ed NO DOGS (774) 272-0590 MOTORCYCLES not even broken in! Call for pictures & Asking $500 or best offer!!! 508-479-9752 (508) 885-3136 information Call Travis 508-885-3697 (860) 888-5207 (774) 245-4665 ********** TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com (774) 242-9227 4 Town-to-Town Classifieds • Friday, November 24, 2017

310 GENERAL HELP 310 GENERAL HELP 454 HOME 546 CEMETERY LOTS WANTED WANTED IMPROVEMENT $ Worcester County

1 PAINTING Memorial Park HVAC Mechanics Interior/ Paxton, MA Ahearn Equipment Exterior Licensed only Inc. is a growing Garden of Faith We will provide permanent Power Washing agricultural, construction Lot 271A UTOMOBILES UTOMOBILES OTORCYCLES positions, Carpentry 725 A 725 A 740 M and power equipment 2 Graves, side-by-side 700 AUTOMOTIVE excellent compensation and For Sale dealership in Spencer. • FREE ESTIMATES • benefit package • FULLY Insured • 2017 Dodge Journey We are seeking a full- Asking $1,700 each CAN-AM SPYDER • Reasonable Rates • SE FWD. Has remote starter, time Power Equipment $2,200 Both 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 1966 CHEVROLET MOTORCYCLE Apply at: Rich O’Brien lojack and extended Specialist. Excellent Call (508) 723-2306 CORVETTE FOR SALE verbal and written J.J. Bafaro Inc Painting protection transferable to 2011, Excellent Condition, communication skills 9 Winter St 28 Years Of Experience C2 STINGRAY new owner. Only 3,100 miles, 13,000 Miles, One Owner, required. The ideal Worcester, Ma 01604 4 Speed Coupe, selling to settle estate. (508)248-7314 550 MOBILE HOMES 4 BF GOODRICH Never Saw Rain candidate would also be 327/300HP, $17,500 proficient in Microsoft Furniture Doctor WINTER SLALOM Silver Pearl/Black Interior, 978-869-0303 Asking $10,500 Excel and Word. You LABORERS Have your furniture SNOW TIRES $18,000 A Lot of Extras! must have experience Professionally restored PARK MODEL 205/55R16 MOVING, MUST (508) 248-5406 in the construction and WANTED at Reasonable rates. [email protected] agriculture equipment furniture face lifting, Used Two Winters, (203) 826-2702 SELL!! for concrete Located at industry with at least painting, striping to Still in Excellent Condition! 745 RECREATIONAL 2 years of customer foundation com- Highview Campground, Refinishing, Original Price: $130 per Tire 1996 GMC 2500 HD VEHICLES service/counter sale West Brookfield Offering at $55 per Tire, pany. caning and repairs. Club Cab, Utility Body, experience. Resumes All Four Only 1987 CORVETTE can be emailed to Comparable pay, Seasonal 4/15-10/15 4-Way Fisher Plow ANTIQUE DOCTOR Red with Ground Effect cgirard@ Uxbridge. Two Bedroom with Addition $1,950 Daniel Ross email: New tires & Brakes 2007 Travel Wild RV ahearnequipment.com 508-922-3606 and Storage Shed. (508)248-9225 comcon50@ Car in Good Condition Auto, White or dropped off to (508) 873-6312 1940 CHEVY SPECIAL Carrie Girard, Human or gmail.com ONLY $8,995 (508) 867-8736 DELUXE Resources Coordinator (860)382-5410 Asking $6700 or 4-Door, 6 Cylinder, 3 Speed, at 460 Main Street, PIPE 30 years in business Herb Chambers Toyota of (508) 410-5167 No Rot, Needs Work Spencer, Mass. 508-278-2809 Auburn FITTERS 575 VACATION RENTALS $3,400 809 Washington Street, Licensed only 500 REAL ESTATE CAR COVERS Auburn, MA 1999 FORD MUSTANG We will provide Custom Fit, FISHER 8’ MINUTE- (877) 906-1649 CONVERTIBLE permanent positions, 505 APARTMENTS FOR CAPE COD TIME Excellent Condition: MOUNT excellent compensation (Hail, Snow Protection) 35th Anniversary RENT SHARE FOR SALE Four Springs, HD, Frame Only and benefit package Audi A4, A5, and Subaru CXT Edition Edgewater Beach $375 EMPLOYMENT SOUTHBRIDGE 121,000 miles, 5 speed manual Apply at: Resort OPPORTUNITY 2 Bedroom NEW LASER CUT transmission, V-8, J.J. Bafaro Inc 95 Chase Avenue Great Condition Inside and Out! (508) 341-6347 Superintendent of Townhouse FLOORMATS Schools 9 Winter St Dennisport, MA 02639 Always Garaged for recent A4 OTORCYCLES for Spencer- Worcester, Ma Apartment On the water $4,500 or best 740 M East Brookfield 01604 1 1/2 Baths, Carpeted, Studio (Unit 706) Email: reasonable offer 1982 HONDA 760 VANS/TRUCKS All Applianced, Washer/Dryer Regional School District. Permanent Week 33 [email protected] Call GOLDWING Reqd: minimum of 10 Hookup, Yard (August) SAVE $$ (508) 943-7705 ASPENCADE yrs.educational NON-SMOKING/NO PETS Deeded rights to See 2001 FORD experience,including SHEET METAL Available immediately 25,500 Original Miles, One-Owner, Recent Tires, F150 4WD administrative MECHANICS $950/month + Utilities You’ll own it for a lifetime 720 CLASSICS Battery, Front Fork Seals, Plus experience at senior We are looking for (508) 765-5129 & can be passed down to 2008 JEEP V8 5.4L level; Masters degree, Cover, 2 Helmets, Extras! experienced your children and LIBERTY $3,000 or auto. trans. and license mechanics for SOUTHBRIDGE grandchildren. 1951 Ford Custom or eligible for licensure industrial and 3-bedroom apartment $5000 V-6, 4 wheel Best Reasonable excellent cond. as a superintendent of Convertible commercial work Fully applianced, very modern. Offer schools in Mass. Salary (508)347-3145 V8, Standard Transmission drive, sun roof, inside & out We will provide Security at front door. commensurate with with Overdrive, (774) 696-0219 permanent positions 2 fireplaces, towing pkg., Clean title 89K qualifications and Excellent Driver & Show-Car and excellent fenced-in back yard. experience. $42,900 well-cared for miles $2650 compensation and Off-street parking available. NOW BOOKING 1985 HONDA Contact Melissa Farrow benefit packages $1275/month OFF SEASON by 1 owner, 413-248-7337 for application: Apply Cummins Onan ELITE MOTOR includes heat and hot water ******** smoke-free 508-885-8500 J.J. Bafaro, Inc. RVQQ5500LP SCOOTER Deadline to apply: 2001 FORD 9 Winter St. $2,500 107,000 miles 150 CC’s, 12/15/2017 1-bedroom apartment The Cape is beautiful Worcester, MA 01604 Only 2,257 miles F150, 4WD, SEBRSD is an equal Fully applianced $6500, John in the Fall! (860) 377-7230 Original Owner, opportunity employer. Off-street parking available V8 5.4L, $900/month Excellent Condition 320 MEDICAL/DENTAL includes heat and hot water 508-949-2112 $1,200 Automatic trans., Call Dave excellent condition Foster 1977 CORVETTE Efficiency apartment 2011 DODGE (508) 765-0656 inside & out, clean Parents Wanted RN - 32hrs. with 2 extra large storage rooms Automatic, Red, title, 89K miles, Rebuilt Original Motor 350HP, CHALLENGER 2005 HONDA REFLEX Seeking Quality Homes $725/month & CNA/ Rebuilt Front Suspension, 305 hp V6 SE $2650 Throughout Central MA includes heat, hot water and SCOOTER Rebuilt Rear End with 3:55 auto w/slap stick 203-689-6733 To Provide Foster Care Dialysis Tech electricity 18k miles, Gears, Excellent Body, Solid Mango Tango w/black strips To Children In Need. Looks and Runs Great! 32hrs. Frame, Painted and Restored in 59,000 miles 24/7 Support. Generous $1,700 American Renal Call 774-230-0680 1996, Runs Excellent, Loaded, remote start Reimbursement. $14,500 Please Call Assoc. Dialysis No Winters! 2008 Ram $1000 Sign-On Bonus 546 CEMETERY LOTS 508-864-1906 (508) 335-2747 Call For Details Centers - Rhode CAPE COD (Bighorn)Truck $11,000 obo Island/Mass. area South Dennis, Hemi Motor, 4 Door, 2 Cemetery Plots Call or Text AMERICAN IRON High School off Rte. 134: HORSE (2005) In Great Condition, Garden of Honor 774-318-7014 2011 RED Only 37,000 miles. Diploma/GED reqd. Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, Pro-Street Softail, 3,000 miles, Lot #156A 2 twins) 1 bath home with Polished 111 S&S Motor, Dialysis experience HYUNDAI SONATA Call for more info. Spaces 1-2 full kitchen & microwave, “64” TBIRD 6-speed, Dual Disc, 280 Rear, /CCHT certification washer/dryer, screened in SERIOUS INTERESTS Worcester County Very Good Condition, Older Excellent Condition, Right Hand Drive, Bought porch w/ picnic table, grill, ONLY preferred. Will train Memorial Park Restoration, 390 Automatic, Four Door, Leftover in 2008 Devereux Therapeutic cable TV. Outdoor shower. experienced CNA. Runs Strong, Black with Red 73,000 miles, (413) 245-9651 Foster Care Paxton, MA On dead-end street. Interior One-Owner Car! $11,000 or bo (508)829-6769 Excellent wages $2,500 each or both for Near shopping, theater, Asking $13,500 obo $8,500 and benefits. $4,000 restaurants, bike trail, (508) 733-8020 Sundays/major (774) 272-1921 fishing, playground, (774) 230-4156 (508) 843-3604 (774) 280-9865 holidays off. 10 minutes from bay and ocean side beaches. FULL TIME 401-434-0170 CEMETERY 2 PERSON OPENINGS Ext 221 EOE LOT Off season rates available Forward resume: PAXTON MEMORIAL Spencer EMS, chultgren@ PARK Call Janet a progressive, americanrenal.com in Valor Section at 508-865-1583 Fax: Plot #445 after 6 pm, or email 911-only, non- 1-978-232-4012 Two Together, Prime Location June at profit 3rd service $5,000 or best offer [email protected] 325 PROFESSIONAL Call for more information (508) 892-4003 serving Spencer HELP WANTED is seeking to BASED IN Paxton Cemetery fill two full-time Plot #36 in the positions, NORTH Faith Section INK! BROOKFIELD Plot for Two Paramedic & Comes with Two Vaults $3,500 or Best Offer EMT. Basic HOME EVERY (774) 696-2833 How do you get Your News applicants are NIGHT Ask for Robin encouraged to *************** Worcester County into the paper? Memorial Park apply. CLASS A DRIVER Garden of Faith Paxton, MA 25 Elm St, Southbridge, MA We offer an excel- AND/OR Visit us GENERAL 2 LOTS FOR SALE lent working en- MECHANIC FOR BUY ONE FOR $2,500 Call us 508-909-4130 vironment, strong 18-WHEEL TRAILER GET 2nd LOT FOR clinical education FREE!! Write us PO Box 90 Southbridge, MA 01550 TRUCKS Call Dick component, no 508-612-9263 Email us [email protected] transfers, significant ****************** 508-764-8015 autonomy and Contact Worcester Fax us responsibility. H.R. Salem County Spencer EMS is an Transport, LLC. This is Your paper, we make it easy to submit your news. Memorial EEOC compliant (800) 262-9081 service. Please Park If it’s important to you, It’s important to us! send cover letter, Paxton, MA resume, and 3 400 SERVICES Garden of Heritage II, Plot 829D1&2 professional $2,000 OBO 442 LICENSED DAY references to: 508-944-3469 or Ted Flanagan, CARE 508-887-1315 Exec.Dir., ************************* WORCESTER 6 Bixby Road, The Commonwealth of COUNTY Stonebridge Press Media Massachusetts P. O. Box 147, MEMORIAL PARK Spencer, MA 01562 Office of Child Care In Print and Online Services requires that all Paxton, MA or by email to: ads placed in the Garden of Heritage www.stonebridgepress.com erivers@ Plot 535C 1-2 newspaper for child care Publishers of Auburn News, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Spencer New Leader, Southbridge News, Webster Times, Winchendon Courier, (daycare) in your home Asking $3,000 spencerems.org Sturbridge Villager, Charlton Villager, Woodstock Villager, Thompson Villager, Putnam Villager and Killingly Villager Deadline is 11/30/17 include your license number (508) 248-7750 Friday, November 24, 2017 • Town-to-Town Classifieds 5 6 Town-to-Town Classifieds • Friday, November 24, 2017

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