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TRANSPORTATION Rail plan advocates planning next step in approval process By Michael Harrison to agree is the study vastly under- ture programs, committee members According to the report, “the [email protected] estimates the number of riders it want to seize any momentum creat- study has entailed a comprehensive would attract – a critical component ed by the MassDOT study. civic engagement process involv- PALMER — Now that they’ve of the cost benefit analysis that de- “We have to keep pushing it ing residents, the study’s Advisory had a chance to digest MassDOT’s termines if a project is eligible for forward so it’s on their radar,” com- Committee – a group comprised extensive feasibility study of a pro- federal funding. mittee Chair Ben Hood said. of individuals representing diverse posed passenger rail link connect- That’s a complaint committee “Sometimes they have money perspectives from Pittsfield to Bos- ing Pittsfield to Boston, including members and others made after a and you have to ask for it. I always ton, and other stakeholders in a se- stops in Palmer and Springfield, the draft study – the report’s predeces- hoped they would want to invest in ries of meetings and through online Rail Stop Steering Committee is sor – was released a few months pri- [transportation infrastructure].” interaction. This included coopera- planning its next course. or. They made those feelings known tive development of the following Courtesy photo The town-appointed committee and MassDOT appears to have ac- Advocates of a passenger train line goals for the project: met recently to discuss the study knowledged it in the final report, connecting Pittsfield to Boston with and set priorities, including how which concludes that further study stops in Palmer and Springfield • Provide better transportation to prod state and federal officials is justified. found some things they liked, and options to and from Western Mas- not already on-board to start acting Wary of the slow pace of gov- some things they didn’t, in Mass- sachusetts on the project. One major issue on ernment and a historic reluctance DOT’s recently released study. which all those in the meeting seem to invest in large scale infrastruc- RAIL ❙ page 6

TOWN HALL COMMUNITY Monson Food bank remains open, begins but needs donations By Jonah Snowden in a report she had to make for the [email protected] Food Bank of Western Massachu- budget setts that the Palmer non-profit PALMER – In the wake of passed out 17,000 pounds of food process the COVID-19 pandemic, Palm- and serviced 228 households from er Food Share Inc. has remained Oct. 1 to Dec. 30, 2020. open and continues to serve its Because of the health and for new Olivia Brown, clients who might otherwise go safety guidelines implemented Marissa Dinelle and hungry. nationwide due to the pandemic, fiscal year Olivia Sloat skate Longtime volunteer Bonny only workers are allowed inside around the ice Rathbone said recently that peo- the Food Share now. Thus, ap- By Kimberly Palmucci enjoying the cold ple have been assisting the pantry pointments are a good idea. Correspondent weather. with food and monetary donations. “Clients can call either ahead Rathbone also said that anyone in- of time and say ‘I’m going to be MONSON — Town officials terested in making a contribution showing up,’” said Rathbone. have begun formulating an annual is invited to call during operating “They’re very good at wait- budget, trying to figure out how to hours. ing outside, because we do not get preserve services in a year when As far as food goes, even the food ready for them until they revenue is expected to decline though the food share does give show up, because if someone, all sharply because of the COVID-19 away fresh food, donations should of a sudden became distracted and pandemic. be shelf-stable. didn’t come, we wouldn’t want the Department heads have sub- “We don’t take anything meat to spoil.” mitted their budget requests and that’s perishable,” said Rathbone. Residents who want to pick the town’s Finance Committee be- “We can’t take any meats, up food should bring a photo ID. gan its review of the initial budget eggs or cheese or butter products The Food Share is open Tues- earlier this week. After the Finance from other people. They have to days and Fridays 9:30 to 11:30 Committee reviews the budget, the Tori be non-perishable canned goods.” a.m. For more information, call Board of Selectmen will begin its Edwards Rathbone, who also files pa- 413-283-3614. review. looks on perwork for the Food Share, said “It is a little too early to tell, as Abby but I don’t foresee any new large Rathbone growth areas,” Monson Town Ad- takes to the ministrator Evan Brassard said. Jason Sloat enjoys hockey on ice for the “We are looking for a level ser- the ice at Hamilton Reservoir. first time. vices budget this year, so that means no new initiatives.” Monson had already started budgeting via the cloud and there have not been any major changes due to COVID-19, Brassard said. “Mostly the changes are hold- ing all meetings via Zoom and try- ing to get things wrapped up earli- HOLLAND — A weekend Birthdayof ice skating on Hamilton Res- on ice er,” he said. The town is scheduled to pass ervoir brought together some the budget in early May. This year’s Palmer residents to celebrate budget will assume the 30 percent friend Olivia Sloat’s birthday. decrease in local aid from the state, Many had not skated much in the similar to last year, Brassard said. past or at all, but they had a great “The town will budget conser- time and enjoyed being out in the vatively as we did last year in antic- fresh, cold air. Olivia’s relatives have a house on the lake, where ipation of reduced revenue from the Turley Publications file photo state and local receipts,” he said. they got to clear the snow off the ice and enjoy the day. Palmer Food Share Inc. is located at 39 Walnut Street in Palmer. In this The town’s Capital Commit- Jacob Mastalerz enjoys his photo from last spring, the not-for-profit is receiving a donation from tee also met recently to review the Turley Publications photos first time skating on Hamilton. Demore’s Automotive. items up for replacement in the cap- by Deanna Sloat ital plan. Last year, voters approved a budget of $25.6 million, with the largest percentages being the Mon- STATE FOREST MANAGEMENT son public schools at $10.77 mil- lion, employee benefits at $4.5 mil- lion, and public safety (including police, ambulance, fire, and other) Sides differ over decision to clearcut area woods at $2.78 million. By Kimberly Palmucci “Most Massachusetts citizens tection forests.” The annual budget is a commu- Correspondent believe that the green areas on maps nity’s primary policy statement and locate beautiful and fully protected Why They’re Important establishes the priorities of govern- REGION — Several local resi- public natural areas. They are mis- ment, according to the Mass. De- dents have raised concerns over the taken,” said Chris Matera of Massa- “State Public Forests hold Mas- partment of Revenue’s Division of clearcutting of state forests, includ- chusetts Forest Watch. sachusetts’s most important and un- Local Services. Major milestones in ing Herman Covey Wildlife Manage- “Essentially zero of our state fragmented forests and they provide the budget process often include: a ment Area in Belchertown, Muddy public lands (12% of Massachusetts an incredible amount of public good, joint meeting of the selectmen, fi- Brook Wildlife Management Area in land area) are permanently and le- including carbon capture and storage, nance committee, and school com- Hardwick, and more. gally protected from commercial ex- clean air and water, flood control, mittee to review revenue projections traction.” undisturbed wildlife habitat, recre- and reach consensus on overall ex- Not very deep along the trail of the The Massachusetts Forest ational opportunities, scenic beauty, Herman Covey Wildlife Manage- Watch group formed in response to spiritual refuge, tourism attraction, MONSON ❙ page 2 ment Area, where a narrow stream public outrage over “logging and among other benefits,” Matera said. runs the woods, a clear cut section clearcutting” of state forests. Matera “However, at the exact moment of land suddenly juts into view. said logging, including much clear- in history that we are coming to a Some residents and wildlife enthu- cutting, is “increasingly occurring on greater realization about the impor- siasts said they worry the area is Massachusetts state public forests, tance of protecting forests, our state Turley Publication photos by Michael Harrison being over-managed by the state. drinking watershed, and wildlife pro- FOREST ❙ page 2 PAGE 2 January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER Mary Lane ER, cancer unit to close in June steady-state operations would Baystate Wing to require over $5 million in con- receive investments struction investments to maintain the facility, compliance and oper- By Melina Bourdeau ations over the next three years.” Staff writer Five years ago, Baystate closed in-patient services at Mary WARE – Baystate Health Lane. Local members of the com- announced it plans to close Mary munity opposed the decision, in- Lane Outpatient Center’s doors cluding the Keep Mary Lane Lo- completely by 2023, with the clo- cal Coalition. sure of the Emergency Room and Keroack said five years ago cancer unit this June. he heard “some really raw emo- Baystate Health President tions from people who had fond and CEO Mark A. Keroack and memories of Mary Lane.” President and Chief Admin- “I understand how a commu- istrative Officer Molly Gray nity gets attached to a hospital, announced the closure of the my responsibility is to take a look The entrance to the Herman Covey Wildlife Management Area in Belchertown. 112-year-old facility in a press at what can we do there. What’s Baystate Health plans to ask the Department of Public Health to let it conference on Tuesday. the best way to configure services close its Mary Lane campus and move services to Palmer and Spring- “This is part and parcel of an for all the 100,000 people in the field. FOREST ❙ from page 1 initial restoration work,” said John Scan- ongoing assessment that Baystate dozens of town that are served in lon, MassWildlife’s Habitat program does to adapt to changes in de- our eastern region,” Keroack said. on one.” Mary Lane, and we want to know public forest treasure is being increas- manager. mand for our services and to stay “When you look at what people To address the need for trans- exactly how they reached this ingly targeted for commercial extraction “However, in a relatively short peri- contemporary in how we deliver feels in their hearts is often not portation in the area, Keroack conclusion. It’s so sudden, and by timber and biomass interests.” od of time, the cut and burned areas will our care,” he said. matched with what they’re do- said Baystate has “really thought none of us had any knowledge At Muddy Brook, the state’s Di- be covered with sprouting native plants Factors for closure ing in terms of their choices of through the issue.” this was coming.” vision of Fisheries and Wildlife said it and tree seedlings. The reestablishment Gray and Keroack attributed where to go when they’re sick... “We already were funding Smola said he, State Rep. has completed the first phase of a 500- of this barrens habitat provides the nec- Mary Lanes’s closure to several It’s something where I need to the Quaboag Connector which Donnie Berthiaume, R-Spen- acre barrens wildlife habitat restoration essary food, cover, and homes for both factors – the building’s age, the put my emotions aside and take provides about 1,000 rides per cer, and State Sen. Anne Gobi, project. Habitat management actions common and rare animals and pollina- lack of use by the community and an objective look can we legiti- month in the Quaboag Valley D-Spencer, were all informed took place on 375 acres in the Muddy tors that require this special type of hab- lack of staff retention. mately offer something there that towns, particularly between Tuesday morning by Baystate Brook Wildlife Management Area, and itat.” He said over the years the makes sense or try to consolidate Palmer and Ware for appoint- Health officials that the closure 125 acres of the adjacent Muddy Brook Matera is having none of it. volumes for the in-patient ser- services and make Wing more ro- ments,” he said. “We’re likely was planned. Wildlife Conservation Easement, owned He said that’s just another example vices at Mary Lane were declin- bust.” Keroack said both his par- going to need to expand those Smola said the legisla- by the New England Forestry Founda- of “excuses” used by state agencies to ing to the “point where they aver- ents were born in Mary Lane in services and include occasional tive delegation wants to meet tion in Hardwick. cut down state forests and “nonsense aged in the single-digits in 2016 the 1920s. trips to Springfield because can- with Baystate Health officials “We are excited to partner with meant to confuse the public in order to support bigger bureaucratic budgets and when we decided to shutter those Investments in Wing cer patients will be able to get and town officials. “We want to MassWildlife on an ecological resto- private industry profits.” services.” Baystate will consolidate some kind of treatment at Wing, hear very specifically how they ration effort which supports multiple rare and common wildlife and plant spe- In 2016, Baystate pledged to operations at Baystate Wing to but the more elaborate kinds of reached these conclusions,” he cies,” New England Forestry Foundation Private Versus Public Sources keep the emergency department “better invest resources in state- treatments would require a trip to said. Executive Director Bob Perschel said in of-the- art care, emergency care Springfield.” He pointed to how hard cit- open at Mary Lane for at least a statement. “There is no need to log our state several years. and physician recruitment and Next steps izens in the town fought to keep “It’s a good example of how orga- public forests and many reasons not to,” “Patients are actually choos- retention. This will really allow The formal process requires the hospital open as much as nizations can work together to achieve Matera said. ing to receive care in other loca- us for more effective staffing in Baystate make notice to the Mas- possible in 2016, when Baystate common conservation goals that benefit “Private lands provide the vast ma- tions,” Gray said. “Today, nearly an area where recruiting clinical sachusetts Department of Public Health asked the state to change people, wildlife, and the diverse forest jority of our wood use. Almost always, half of Baystate Mary Lane Out- professionals can be challeng- Health which was filed in the Mary Lane’s emergency room to communities in which they live.” the best we humans can do for forest patient Center is vacant by day ing,” Gray said. days following the announce- a satellite emergency facility and The greater Muddy Brook Valley ‘health,’ to benefit wildlife, and to help and 90% unused at night. Bay- Baystate Wing would con- ment, Keroack said. close its in-patient beds. Over the represents an important and rare collec- nature in general is to stop pretending state Mary Lane’s emergency de- solidate Mary Lane, which Gray The DPH will conduct last five years the campus has tion of fire-influenced barrens habitat such destructive ‘chainsaw medicine’ partment has had minimal utiliza- said has been “fit tested.” hearings and issue a ruling as to essentially changed to all out-pa- communities in Massachusetts, Mass- helps the forest and leave the forest in tion for true emergency services “We have a new emergency whether Baystate’s plan will be tient services. Wildlife asserts. According to its section peace.” of the 28 patients who arrive service here at Wing and there is approved. Sen. Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) on mass.gov, restoring barrens is “crit- Matera said that a bill will be in- (daily) at that site for care 85% or space to accommodate all the vis- In terms of what to do with said the decision “blindsided” her ical to conserving the distinct plants, troduced this year in the Legislature to 24 out of 28 of the patients pres- its that are happening in the East- the site, Keroack said Baystate and other elected officials, adding insects, and animals—including 75 spe- stop commercial logging on state public ent with common, minor, non-ur- ern Region and have additional would be in conversation with the decision was very upsetting cies on the Massachusetts Endangered lands—the 2021 version of House Bill gent conditions like a cold, flu or growth if need be,” said Gray. Ware officials. and handled unprofessionally by Species List—that depend on these un- 897, an act relative to forest protection. sprain that could be treated in a “When we talk about this taking “We certainly would be Baystate Health. common habitats.” “Contact your representative and primary care setting.” a period of time over two to three willing to demolish the existing She said the closure was According to the Division of Fish- ask them to co-sponsor the 2021 version Additionally, Baystate has years, we are going to be relo- building if there is no use for it similar to events five years ago eries and Wildlife officials, over the of House Bill 897 when it is introduced had difficulty recruiting and re- cating the services we provide at and gift the land to the town as when Mary Lane in-patient ser- past six years, the tree canopy has been this year,” he said. “We need forests, but taining providers in the area, es- Mary Lane to Wing Hospital and green space,” said Keroack. vices were closed. thinned to reduce high fuel loads and to they do not need us, that is self-evident.” pecially in small practices. Gray that will require an investment in He added that if the town “We went through an aw- stimulate growth of barrens plants. To learn more, go to .maforests.org. said in the last two to three years, construction and expansion.” had use for the building Baystate ful lot five years ago,” she said, “The site may look bare following a net loss of six primary care po- Keroack said Baystate would would not demolish the building, “Baystate is doing a great disser- sitions were lost in its Eastern spend about $10 to $15 million but “we haven’t thought of any- vice to the community. It blind- Region. investment to “refurbish, upgrade thing the town would be able to sided me and other legislators, MONSON ❙ from page 1 closely monitored throughout the year. This involves reviewing financial data “This is a market reality and expand that facility.” do with the building. Perhaps we had previously heard rumors, penditure levels, use of reserves, and to verify that expenditures are consistent that reflects the need to consol- Gray and Keroack said the they have ideas and we would but I did not get a call from Bay- allocation of resources; distribution of with town meeting votes, line items are roughly 80 Mary Lane employ- just have to have conversations state until today.” idate practices in support of cli- budget guidelines to department man- not overspent, and receipts are tracking with them. For more information, Bay- nicians,” Gray said. “Candidates ees would continue to be em- agers so they can begin to prepare their in line with expected results. really seek robust, multi-special- ployed by Baystate due to a high Elected officials react state has launched a website spe- appropriation requests; adjustments to “Monitoring actual performance ty practices.” need in the company. “It’s certainly a surprise and cifically about the eastern region revenue projections; and more. against the original budget can reveal Another attributing factor to “This is a good time in health it’s a disappointment. We’re not at baystatehealth.org/easternre- All the steps in the budget process problems early and give policymakers Mary Lane’s closure is the build- care because there are many op- going to leave at this,” said State gion. culminate in the presentation of an an- and managers time to take corrective ing’s age. portunities,” Gray said. “We will Rep. 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Turley Publications staff photos by Jonah Snowden Frames, vintage photographs and more are available at Frames and Things, which Paula Yelinek, owner of Frames and Things recently opened her new business in recently opened at at 1085 Park Street, Room 102. of the Palmer. By Jonah Snowden her shop. [email protected] “He said he wanted to use the build- ing for something else and wanted to PALMER -- Schoolhouse Com- get rid of the entire inventory, so I pur- mons Business Center added a new chased it from him,” said Yelinek. business that specializes in selling art, “He gave me a great deal, because preserving art, memories and more. he was interested in moving it quickly.” Frames and Things located at 1085 After the inventory was shipped Park Street Room 102, opened last from Kentucky to Massachusetts in week. early November, Yelinek said she has Owner Paula Yelinek said she has been working on setting up the shop, in a huge inventory of frames, lithograph preparation for the Jan. 23 soft opening. prints, posters and more. What Yelinek also is excited about, she “Customers can purchase some- said, is the opportunity to provide Palm- thing together with a picture frame,” er a unique shopping experience. said Yelinek. “Phil was in business for about a “I can do matting as well.” year, he knew this stuff [and] needed a Yelinek said she learned by watch- different audience,” said Yelinek. ing her parents, Don and Ann Stivers. “I really felt like some of the things “They didn’t have a store, but they that he had would appeal to a different made custom frames, matted and sold demographic, so to speak. Plus, being them for people from their house,” said on Park Street, I’m hoping I’ll get a little Yelinek. interest from Brimfield Antique Show Anyone interested in decorating their homes with portraits of historical figures such “When I had this opportunity, try- visitors when and if they come back as John F. Kennedy and Muhammad Ali can find those as well at Frames and Things. ing to come up with the name of the after COVID. I just think I have some business, I ended up just settling on things here that might be of interest to KYBER at one end and now, pictures at the other “If I gets crazy busy and it looks the name that they call their business, people in this area, as opposed to Ken- end. I think it’s a perfect fit and Paula like I might want to open another day ‘Frames and Things.’” tucky.” Jaxon and his dog Kyber are best buddies. here has done a magnificent job. She’s later, I can do that,” said Yelinek. “But When she was in Kentucky, where Owner of Schoolhouse Commons They live in Bondsville. We feature your pets here terrific.” for now, those are the hours.” and on our Facebook page. Is your fur friend a dog, she’s originally from, Yelinek met a Nelson Pease said he is equally as excit- Store hours for Frames and Things You can reach the store by calling cat, chicken, lizard, horse, bird, mouse…you get the man named Phil Smith, owner of what ed for this new addition. are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Thurs- 413-284-2209 or sending an email to point. Is there a pet you’re fostering and trying to re- was called 206 Main St. at the time and “I love it,” Pease said. “It’s perfect- day and Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on [email protected]. home? All pets are welcome! Email a high-resolution bought all the inventory she now has in ly ideal for what we have we have books Saturday. jpg of your pet with a little information to mharrison@ turley.com. 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I am ashamed that Ms. Hull to the editor for publication on these represents Monson on the Select Board and as a town pages. Letters of up to 250 words from health department official. local residents endorsing candidates trying on the ballot or discussing campaign Ms. Hull can attend any rally and believe any issues should be sent to The Journal wacky conspiracy theories she wants. She can deny the Register, care of Turley Publications, n the nearly one year since our education sys- truth and delude herself into believing she wasn’t part 24 Water St., Palmer, MA 01069, tem was suddenly turned upside down, the of a mob. What she doesn’t have is the “right” to repre- faxed to 413-289-1977 or emailed question was never really about if schools sent Monson in official capacities. to [email protected]. Please in- I clude a daytime telephone number should re-open, but when and how. I hope that the Monson Democratic Town Com- Given some leeway, local school systems mittee would be lining up a suitable candidate to run for verification purposes (it will not be against her when her term expires. Maybe Ms. Hull printed). Letters must be received by found their own paths and have improvised as noon Monday to be considered for that needed. It would be reasonable to agree that de- should resign so she has more time to devote to her “pa- triotic” activities. Thursday’s newspaper. No attack let- spite metrics and other guidelines, there’s no one ters will be printed. No letters written correct way to educate students during a pandem- by candidates supporting their own Thomas Arventos ic. Safety is foremost on most minds, but not ev- candidacy will be printed. If the vol- Palmer eryone shares the same idea of what it means to ume of letters received is larger than feel safe. the space available in the newspaper, Ironically, the pandemic that threw pub- or if the letters become repetitive, the newspaper reserves the right to print lic education the ultimate curveball could yield Indoor seed sowing just like the pros do Kudos for the a representative sample. No endorse- valuable lessons in multiple disciplines. Science, ment letters will be printed in the last math, ethics, civics, and communication are bun- My first experience with seed sowing Sow teenie seeds on the surface of edition before the election. dled into the debates and decision making pro- involved an egg carton, some potting soil moist starting mix; small seed can be Conservation Commission For more information, call editor and a few marigold seeds. I must have sown in shallow furrows. Space as best Michael Harrison at 413-283-8393. cesses that have demanded so much attention. Palmer Conservation Commission is outstanding. been about 10 years old. I can still recall you can by folding an index card, plac- Campaign news Which makes it heartbreaking to know that be- Without a doubt the town’s Conservation Com- how amazed I was that a live plant could ing the seed in the fold and tapping the As part of its election coverage, fore any decisions are actually made, at the end mittee works the hardest and quickest of most town grow from what appeared to be a dried card with your finger. Larger seeds can the newspaper plans to print stories of the night, there are emotionally invested peo- agencies. They have preserved in an environmentally up sliver of straw. I can even conjure up be buried a quarter of an inch apart. Cov- about contested races for Congress, ple who are going to be unhappy. acceptable way, numerous town open space properties the smell of the moistened egg er with a humidity dome or a state Senate, state House, district at- Let’s agree on one other thing: No one in and more. cartons if I think about it hard clear plastic bag propped up torney and Governor’s Council during the education community, not students, parents, IN THE Also, after planning board approval of a project, the weeks leading up to the election, enough! Even more enthralling like a tent and place on bot- administrators, staff, and support staff, including GARDEN they thoroughly investigate the legal environmental is- as well as a question-and-answer of a memory is the first harvest tom heat. Mist the soil of sur- drivers, wants empty classrooms or hallways. sues to assure a positive result. voters guide. In order to ensure fair- of flowers a couple of months face-sown seeds occasionally. One district that has been in full remote since the Be sure to take advantage of the outdoors and en- ness to all candidates, no political after my offspring made its way When thoroughly dry, soak the holidays, Monson, had back-to-back wrenching joy the numerous trails that they have invested their press releases will be printed, nor out to the garden. container in a few inches of school committee meetings in recent weeks while many hours of time in. Yes, there are many. Take a deep will reporters cover political rallies or trying to find its path. The compromise plan the While it is still too early water; it will absorb moisture fundraisers. breath, without your mask perhaps, and go for a hike! Candidates who wish to further committee adopted might not be embraced by all to start marigolds or even to- like a sponge. Once germina- matoes indoors, it is the perfect tion occurs, remove the dome publicize their candidacy, beliefs and stakeholders, but it’s a well-reasoned solution Janice Fountain time study up on the process or bag and place the seedlings events may contact advertising, 413- that takes all views into consideration. Roberta McQuaid Palmer 283-8393 about paid advertising in so that you can be successful. Columnist within a couple of inches of After giving Superintendent Cheryl Clarke Sure, it involves a bit more than the shop light off of the heat The Journal Register. the discretion to allow students back into the an egg carton and a window sill, mats. Adjust lights according- buildings, she came back with a new met- but out of it all you’ll be rewarded for ly as growth occurs. Use liquid fertiliz- ric-based plan the committee approved. It’s your hard work with a bounty of blooms er at one-quarter to half-strength after a based on .5% of the town’s population, which is or a basket of vegetables or both. Here couple weeks and transplant into small, Growing 43 people. If 43 or fewer people in town are pos- are a few pointers that I have gleaned individual containers or cells after true Letters to itive for COVID-19 for two consecutive weeks, from many seasons of starting seeds in- leaves form. partisanship school buildings are open. If the number of cases doors. Transplanted seedlings can happily the editor exceeds 43 for three consecutive weeks, it’s back The general idea is to provide a grow under the lights until it approaches to remote learning. moist, warm environment for the seed the time to plant them outdoors. About a presents challenges policy With February dawning, this gives hope for to germinate and then a semi-warm, week before Memorial Day, harden off a second half of the school year where students well-lit environment for the plant to heat lovers such as tomatoes, peppers, By Lee H. Hamilton Letters to the editor are in the classroom, athletes are on the court and grow on. Therefore, props are necessary basil or marigolds. Place in a sheltered Guest columnist should be 250 words or in the field, and some sense of normalcy could components if you want to be success- spot and gradually work up to more ex- less in length, and guest return. It’s not a certainty, but it’s certainly pos- ful. Previous articles have covered this posure until finally they are outdoors all President Joe Biden took office vowing to bridge columns between 500- sible. part of seed-starting in depth, but I’ll re- day and all night. All of this work may partisan differences and unite Americans. It will not be 800 words. No unsigned Finding consensus after months of tumult cap the highlights. Invest in some heat seem like a lot, but the benefits to starting easy. or anonymous opinions doesn’t mean the school committee left everyone mats and set them at 70 degrees to pro- your own seedlings are many, the first of Biden will have to work with a Congress that is will be published. We satisfied. There were public comments from some vide bottom-heat. As far as light goes, which is the endless number of varieties deeply divided, reflecting divisions among the American require that the person students, parents and educators that one more day the window sill won’t cut it unless you for sale as seeds versus those available as people that have grown stronger and more intense. submitting the opinion with students learning remotely is one too many are extremely diligent about turning the plants at your local nursery. Beginning in the 1990s, we entered a period of pro- also include his or her and their sincere pleas continue to resonate. plants many times over the course of the Roberta McQuaid graduated from tracted polarization. Political groups became more ac- town of residence and home telephone number. Clarke and the school committee have what day, and even then, “stretch” is likely to the Stockbridge School of Agriculture tive, more aggressive in their public dialogue and more We must confirm author- seems like the almost impossible task of balanc- occur. Instead, adjust a “shop light” so at the University of Massachusetts. For insistent in their policy preferences. Republicans are ing the needs of those community members with that it can be raised and lowered easily. the last 28 years, she has held the posi- ship prior to publication. more consistently conservative; Democrats are more We reserve the right the reality of an evolving virus that has spun off One cool fluorescent bulb and one warm tion of staff horticulturalist at Old Stur- consistently liberal. Republicans accuse Democrats of are recommended but two cool work just bridge Village. She enjoys growing food to edit or withhold any at least two new, reportedly more contagious being socialists and unpatriotic. Democrats accuse Re- submissions deemed to variants in recent weeks. fine in my experience. Forgo garden soil as well as flowers. Have a question for publicans of being bigoted and chauvinistic. or even regular potting soil in place of a her? Email it to [email protected] be libelous, unsubstanti- Unfortunate as it is that there’s no single Increasingly, each side tends to be suspicious of the ated allegations, personal solution to be universally embraced by all stake- finely milled seed-starting mix. Sterilize with “Gardening Question” in the sub- other. They view their political adversaries as not just shallow containers of choice in a 10% ject line. attacks, or defamation of holders, the Monson school community should wrong, but as a threat to democracy or national security. character. feel good about the process. Everyone had a bleach solution before using them. They have sharply opposing views on the economy, cli- chance to be heard. Everyone was listened to. mate change, racial justice, law enforcement and even Please send opinions to: Decision-makers carefully considered all the in- NEWS & FEATURES whether the COVID-19 pandemic is real and serious. The Journal Register formation and options. Sometimes I think that Democrats and Republicans Letter to the Editor In a situation like this, the traditional notion As a paper of record, we attempt to cover all general news, personality profi les, and community live in different worlds. They gravitate toward separate 24 Water St., that comprise is reached after everyone gets a lit- features that we know about. This includes all selectmen and school committee meetings as well houses of worship, schools, neighborhoods, bars and Palmer MA 01069, as spot planning board, board of health, fi nance, and other town meetings determined by the restaurants, and vacation destinations. They consume or by e-mail to: tle bit of something doesn’t really apply. There issue’s relevance to our readers. There are the annual major community event features that we are two goals: Keep everyone safe and provide different news media and watch different movies and [email protected] should always cover, but we are more than open to suggestions of other features to celebrate television shows. They even purchase different food at the best education possible. Not everyone will the fabric of our communities and their many interesting occupants. Our loyal advertisers provide the supermarket. They are less likely to have friends The submission deadline agree how those are achieved, but no one can funding for this paid staff coverage. for consideration is argue Monson’s school officials aren’t giving it For more information on news or community features for The Journal Register, please email from the opposite party. I run across Democrats who do Monday at noon. their all. [email protected]. not want their children to marry a Republican, and vice versa. Republicans are more likely to live in rural areas than Democrats. Democrats are geographically more mobile and more likely to live in cities and suburbs. Re- The SOCIAL SECURITY MATTERS publicans embrace traditional values and tend to identify Journal Register their political views with Christianity. Democrats are of- The Journal Register (USPS ten more socially liberal and less tied to traditional social 418-940) is published every Should I Wait Until Age 70 To Claim? values and religion. Thursday by Turley Publications, Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. By Russell Gloor claim. Signed: Confused Senior $490. So, if you wait and get the wait even longer to age 70. Here These trends were noticeable during the presidency 01069. Telephone (413) 283- Dear Confused: You are higher benefit at age 70, it will is a link to an article I previously of Barack Obama, when the country seemed to move left 8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. Dear Rusty: I have read your correct that I always try to make take you about 12.5 years to re- published on this topic:www.so- on issues like abortion, same-sex marriage and address- POSTMASTER: Send ing inequality. Donald Trump’s election reflected a re- address changes to The Journal answers to the commonly asked people aware of their option to cover that $73,524 ($73,524 di- cialsecurityreport.org/ask-rusty- Register, 24 Water St., Palmer, question of “When should I claim get a bigger Social Security ben- vided by $490 = 150 months = doing-a-breakeven-analysis/. action: Republicans became more conservative in some Mass. 01069. ways but also more willing to use government power to social security benefits.” You al- efit by waiting longer to claim. 12.5 years). But from what you’ve shared implement their policy preferences; a change from the PATRICK H. TURLEY ways say one should wait as long But I also always stress that the So, here’s where longevity with me, I don’t see anything CEO past. as possible, up to age 70, to get decision to do that should con- comes in. According to Social wrong with your plan to con- All of this, of course, makes the life of a politician KEITH TURLEY President the maximum monthly benefit. sider several things - most nota- Security, average longevity for a tinue waiting until at least your challenging. The greater the polarization, the tougher it But I have not seen you address bly, current need for the money, man your age today is about 84, FRA, and possibly until age 70, is to build consensus to solve problems. EDITOR the matter of all the money you health, and anticipated longevity. so if you meet or exceed average to claim, especially since you Michael Harrison However, the public clearly wants politicians to [email protected] could have collected if you start Said another way, delaying until longevity, you’ll collect more in expect to live well into your 90s. work together, to move beyond polarization, to cooper- drawing sooner and how many age 70 doesn’t make much sense cumulative lifetime benefits by This article is intended for STAFF WRITER ate and get things done. Surveys find that most voters Jonah Snowden years it will take, if you wait, to if you won’t live long enough waiting until age 70 to claim. information purposes only and want government to address the needs of all Americans, [email protected] recoup all that money. to at least “break even.” Never- And you’ll be getting that higher does not represent legal or fi- not just people like themselves. When officials say they ADVERTISING SALES I am now 64. I have always theless, your point is very well monthly benefit amount through- nancial guidance. It presents the are taking a bipartisan approach, the claim typically Call 413.283.8393 planned to wait until at least 66 taken – not a lot is written about out your later years, a good way opinions and interpretations of meets with approval. and possibly to 70 to start col- benefits not taken when you wait to offset inflation. Indeed, that the AMAC Foundation’s staff, Biden campaigned with a promise to “restore the SPORTS EDITOR lecting. I have no health issues until a later age to claim. I actu- higher benefit lasts for the rest trained and accredited by the soul of America.” He identifies himself as a moderate Greg Scibelli and expect to live well into my ally have written about that be- of your life, and it also means a National Social Security Asso- and seeks to govern from what he defines as the political [email protected] 90s. When I tell people this, fore, but I’m happy to evaluate larger survivor benefit for your ciation. NSSA and the AMAC center. For the most part, his cabinet choices tend to rep- SOCIAL MEDIA they question why I am leaving your specific personal situation. wife if you predecease her. As Foundation and its staff are not resent the moderate strain of the Democratic Party. so much money on the table by Using the numbers you your widow, your wife will get affiliated with or endorsed by the He has spent a lifetime in government, and he be- @ Journal Register waiting. At age 66 I’d get $1,671 provided, if you were to claim 100% of the amount you are Social Security Administration lieves he can work across the aisle and advance bipar- tisanship and cooperation. He has some advantages in WEB per month and, at 70, $2,161. your $1,671 benefit starting at receiving when you pass, if she or any other governmental entity. www.journalregister.turley.com Between those two ages I could your full retirement age (FRA) has reached her full retirement To submit a question, visit our following Trump, who did not try to win over public collect $73,524. It will take me you would collect $73,524 over age and if her widow’s benefit is website (amacfoundation.org/ opinion but catered to his political base. Biden, of course, will not be able to do this on his many years to recoup all that the 44-month period to age 70, more than her own. And 100% of programs/social-security-advi- own. He will need cooperation, from Republicans and money if I wait until 70 to be- when you could get the $2,161 your age 70 benefit is quite a bit sory) or email us at ssadvisor@ from Democrats. Many people wish him well, but others www.turley.com gin, right? When I consider this, benefit. So how long would it more than 100% of your earlier amacfoundation.org. will oppose his every move and try to defeat his program. I question why I am waiting. take to break even if you wait benefits. Turley Publications, Inc. cannot That is the way it is in our politics, a system that assume liability for the loss of Please help clear up my confu- until age 70 to claim? Well, the I hope this helps clarify Russell Gloor is a Social Se- presents its challenges, but over the years has served us photographs or other materials sion and tell me whether I am do- difference between your age 70 your confusion about whether to curity advisor for AMAC. submitted for publication. reasonably well. Materials will not be returned ing the right thing by waiting to benefit and your FRA benefit is claim now, or at your FRA, or to except upon specific request when submitted. January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 5 Police/Fire

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PALMER POLICE DEPT. On Monday, Jan. 25, at 3:39 turned to service at 8:45 a.m. service at 8:42 a.m. to a call for public assistance on PALMER p.m., the department responded On Monday, Jan. 25, at 3:19 On Sunday, Jan. 24, at 12:34 Lakeside Drive. The department The Palmer Police Department re- to a call for medical assistance on p.m., the department responded p.m., the department responded returned to service at 6:59 p.m. sponded to one arrest or summons for ar- FIRE DEPT. rest from Jan. 20 to Jan. 26. Those arrested Cedar Hill Street. The department to a call for a reported gas leak to a call for public assistance on On Thursday, Jan. 21, at will appear at the Palmer District Court The Palmer Fire Department returned to service at 4:02 p.m. inside a building on Sykes Street. Main Street. The department re- 11:57 a.m., the department re- and are innocent until proven guilty. responded to eight calls from Jan. On Monday, Jan. 25, at 1:15 The department returned to ser- turned to service at 3:18 p.m. sponded to a motor vehicle acci- 19 to Jan. 25. a.m., the department responded to vice at 3:53 p.m. On Monday, Jan. 25, at 11:15 dent on Palmer Road. The depart- Thursday, Jan. 21 a call for medical assistance on On Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 8:55 a.m., the duty officer responded ment returned to service at 12:32 Cedar Hill Street. The department a.m., the department responded to a call to investigate an above p.m. On Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 3:30 James J. Cabral, 33, of 250 Flynt., returned to service at 1:55 a.m. to a smoke investigation on High ground propane tank on South On Friday, Jan. 22, at 1:51 p.m., the department responded Palmer, was arrested at 9:54 p.m. on North Street. The department returned Main Street. The duty officer re- a.m., the department responded to Main Street in Palmer, for a fugitive from to a structure fire on Mountain to service at 8:59 a.m. turned to service at 11:40 a.m. a fire alarm activation on Steward justice without warrant charge. Drive. The department returned THREE RIVERS On Monday, Jan. 25, at 3:20 Avenue. The department returned to service at 6:47 p.m. p.m., the department responded to service at 2:28 a.m. On Friday, Jan. 20, at 1:46 FIRE DEPT. BONDSVILLE to an alarm activation on Sykes On Friday, Jan. 22, at 10:06 MONSON POLICE DEPT. p.m., the department responded to Street. The department returned a.m., the department responded an alarm activation on Thorndike The Monson Police Department re- The Three Rivers Fire De- FIRE DEPT. to service at 3:54 p.m. to a carbon monoxide alarm on Street. The department returned sponded to 12 arrests or summons for ar- partment responded to six calls Washington Street. The depart- to service at 1:58 p.m. rests from Jan. 17 to Jan. 16. Those arrest- from Jan. 19 to Jan. 26. The Bondsville Fire Depart- ment returned to service at 10:30 ed will appear at the Palmer District Court On Saturday, Jan. 23, at 10:41 ment responded to seven calls MONSON a.m. and are innocent until proven guilty. p.m., the department responded to On Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 4:57 from Jan. 19 to Jan. 25. On Friday, Jan. 22, at 1:03 a call for arcing electrical equip- p.m., the department provided FIRE DEPT. p.m., the department responded Wednesday, Jan. 20 ment on Fairview Street. The de- mutual aid station coverage to On Friday, Jan. 22, at 12:05 to a call for a fire investigation on partment returned to service at Ebonie Y. Reed, 41, of 35 Green St., the Ware Fire Department. The p.m., the duty officer responded The Monson Fire Depart- Aldrich Road. The department re- 11:13 p.m. Monson, was arrested at 10:40 p.m., on department returned to service at to the area of Palmer Road and ment responded to 10 Fire Calls turned to service at 1:20 p.m. On Saturday, Jan. 23, at 11:11 charges of sexual conduct for fee and pos- 7:32 p.m. Fuller Road to investigate a call and 17 EMS calls. On Friday, Jan. 22, at 1:12 p.m., the department responded to session of a Class B drug. On Friday, Jan. 20, at 10:56 for smoke. The contained, permit- p.m., the department returned to a structure fire on Michael Sears a.m., the department responded ted fire was contained on Fuller On Monday, Jan. 18, at 9:15 a motor vehicle on Wales Road. Thursday, Jan. 21 Road in Belchertown with mutu- to a call for a smoke investigation Road and the duty officer returned a.m., the department responded The department returned to ser- al aid from the Belchertown Fire on North Street. The department to service at 12:29 p.m. to a call for public assistance on vice at 2:48 p.m. Jeffery M. Lopez, 35, of 12 Hampden Department. The department re- returned to service at 11:07 a.m. On Saturday, Jan. 23, at 11:16 Lower Hampden Road. The de- On Friday, Jan. 22, at 2:08 Ave., Monson, was arrested at 6:19 a.m., on turned to service at 1:23 a.m. charges of operating a motor vehicle with On Friday, Jan. 20, at 11:08 p.m., the department responded to partment returned to service at p.m., the department responded On Sunday, Jan. 24, at 7:28 a suspended license; no inspection/sticker; a.m., the department responded a call for mutual aid on Michael 10:07 a.m. to a call for a fire investigation on a.m., the department responded to motor vehicle lights violation and a WMS to call for a smoke investigation Sears Road in Belchertown for a On Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 5:17 Steward Avenue. The department a chimney fire on Pleasant Street warrant. on New Hampshire Avenue. The structure fire. The department re- p.m., the department responded to returned to service at 2:38 p.m. in Thorndike. The department re- department returned to service at turned to service at 1:04 a.m. a call for mutual aid in the town On Sunday, Jan. 24, at 7:44 Friday, Jan. 22 turned to service at 9:18 a.m. 11:14 a.m. On Sunday, Jan. 24, at 7:40 of Ware on Mountain View Drive. a.m., the department responded On Monday, Jan. 25, at 3:21 On Sunday, Jan. 24, at 7:36 a.m., the department responded to The department returned to ser- to a call for station coverage in Jose R. Ortiz, 63, of 52 Whittier St., p.m., the department responded a.m., the department provided a call for mutual aid on Pleasant vice at 6:44 p.m. Palmer. The department returned Springfield, was arrested at 9:13 a.m., on to an odor investigation on Sykes charges of operating a motor vehicle with mutual aid to the Palmer Fire Street in Thorndike for a chimney On Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 6:18 to service at 8:08 p.m. Street. The department returned a suspended license, a motor vehicle lights Department. The department re- fire. The department returned to p.m., the department responded violation and a WMS warrant. to service at 4:19 p.m.

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Curbside pickup will be Western Mass. individuals and fam- toll. According to CSO, it’s import- to mental health care Bird Count Feb. 12 through Feb. 15. The Great on Saturday, Feb. 13, in the parking lot behind St. ilies that urgent behavioral health ant to remember that anyone can Backyard Bird Count is a free, fun, and easy event Mary’s Church. Each customer will be designated is easy — from any care can be accessed from commu- qualify for help, and that there is no that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting a pick-up time when placing your order. Payment location. nity locations or even from one’s one answer to the abstract question, birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird popu- should be the exact amount, either check made out own home. “What is a mental health crisis?” lations. Participants are asked to count birds for as to St. Mary’s Church, or cash and placed in an en- “Many individuals may not be “Mental health is personal and little as 15 minutes or as long as they wish on one NORTHAMPTON — Polit- velope with your name, phone number and payment aware that they can access help any individual,” Jeffers said. “Anyone or more days of the four-day event and report their ical unrest, economic challenges, amount. Call Sylvia at 413-436-9268 or Diane at day, any time without calling 911,” can seek help regardless of whatever sightings online at birdcount.org. Anyone can take COVID-19 concerns, vaccination 413-967-5207, with questions and/or to order. All said CSO President and CEO Karin level of crisis they may feel they’re part in the Great Backyard Bird Count, from be- questions … There’s much on the orders must be received by Sunday, Feb. 7. St. Jeffers. “Emergency Services Pro- experiencing. There is no ‘qualify- ginning bird watchers to experts and they can par- Mary’s thanks everyone for their support. Snow minds of Western Mass. individu- grams across the state, such as those ing event’ that defines crisis.” ticipate from their backyard or with a Ware River date will be Sunday, Feb. 14. als and families these days — and CSO operates in Greenfield and She adds, “We’re available Nature Club group exploring a defined area with still two full months of winter to get Northampton, provide access 24/7, around the clock to help anyone. a team traveling in separate vehicles. Ware River through to boot. 365 days of the year at CSO loca- You can call CSO whether you’re Nature Club will an- In any given year, winter is a tions or by mobile response.” considering self-harm, feeling out nounce plans for this time of increased depression and In Hampshire County, CSO’s of control, experiencing anxiety or event soon. anxiety. Shorter days and colder Florence location is available by depression, or just need to talk.” temperatures make it hard to get calling 413-586-5555. In Franklin To learn more about CSO’s outside for fresh air and sunlight. County, CSO’s Greenfield location urgent-access and crisis stabiliza- Top Floor Learning, a privately funded For many, this sort of “hibernation” can be reached at 413-774-5411. tion services in Hampshire County, non-profit corporation, has been helping can lead to oversleeping (hypersom- Both crisis locations accept walk- visit CSOInc.org/help. To find your nia), overeating/weight gain, so- others help themselves for 35 years with ins and are even equipped with mo- nearest CSO location and contact cial withdrawal, and other negative its Adult Basic Education programs. bile response teams to meet individ- information, visit CSOInc.org/loca- feelings. Add to those winter-pat- What makes Top Floor Learning uals where they are. tions. 1455 N. 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RAIL ❙ from page 1 • Support economic development “One thing I thought was interest- throughout the East – West rail corridor ing is this traditional assessment did not • Improve the attractiveness of include an extensive look into cost ben- Western Massachusetts as an affordable efit,” Leduc said. place to live “The position of the state to bet- • Reduce the number of automobile ter itself with the federal calculation – trips along the corridor which we fall very short of getting any • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions federal money – we need to raise that. and air quality impacts from transpor- We have a true benefit from the rail stop tation that can [improve] that calculation.” Costing upwards of $1 billion, the It also shares many of the same project is likely to face steep opposition conclusions as advocates of the plan, by state and federal budget hawks, ne- including members of the steering com- cessitating the need, Leduc and other mittee and Citizens for a Palmer Rail committee members said, to lobby law- Stop. makers who have not already pledged “MassDOT recognizes that a ro- their support. U.S. Rep. Richard Neal bust transportation system is essential said he’s for creating the passenger line. to providing residents, businesses, and Leduc and Hood both noted that Pres- visitors with mobility to satisfy their ident Joe Biden could be a likely ally. Graphic/MassDOT economic, personal, and recreation- Unlike assistance with road and Stops along the way, including a Palmer depot, of a proposed passenger line from al needs. Passenger rail transportation air projects, municipal rail construction Pittsfield to Boston. can be an important component of a is not typically earmarked for federal multi-modal transportation system that funding, Leduc said. wide passenger rail service a reality.” said. increases travel options and reduces “Not a single state in the country “We have to show MassDOT we’re greenhouse gas emissions,” the report gets federal assistance for a rail proj- Looking Forward ready for this. They don’t know our states. ect,” she said. town. We have to put it in place for The report also says that “Fast and “The only way to get federal fund- There could be more public mon- them and say here’s the solution and Danielle Maslon and Karl Magdycz were wed Aug. 21, frequent passenger rail service in the ing is to get an increase in our benefit ey available to help get the projecting maybe give them a second option.” 2020 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. East-West Rail Corridor could enhance cost and potentially get that federal cal- moving forward. If Gov. Charlie Bak- Palmer Town Council President mobility and connectivity for Corri- culation viewed differently. Cost will er signs the legislature’s transportation Lorinda Baker, who also serves on the dor communities, provide residents be a big problem moving forward. We bond bill into law, more money would committee, said east-west rail advo- and stakeholders with additional trav- need to have conversations with our become available to pay for construc- cates might have an inside track with el options, and catalyze new econom- federal legislators. Joe Biden historical- tion planning. the Biden administration – Buttigieg. Maslon, ic opportunities, such as development ly has been supportive of rail, so that’s “Palmer has a place in there,” Hood She said she heard the former mayor of around stations. Improved connectivity all good.” said. South Bend, Ind., who ran for president Magdycz wed in among job centers and better mobility Hood agreed. “If Gov. Baker signs it and that in 2020, is at least an acquaintance, if for potential workers could increase “I think our politicians will be im- money becomes available, that would not a friend, of Lesser. employment opportunities for workers portant in this,” he said. be a way of moving forward. Eventual- Lesser referenced Buttigieg in his Myrtle Beach and expand the talent pool available to So far, so good. ly, it could snowball into bigger things.” statement: employers by better linking the western, “All of our representatives in the Danielle Maslon of Three Rivers and Karl Mag- Committee member Sarah Szcebak “The study comes at the right mo- central, and eastern regions of the Com- western part of the state and even fur- asked during the Jan. 14 meeting if the ment given President-Elect Biden’s dycz of Plainfield, were married Aug. 21, 2020 during a monwealth with each other and with a ther west, are hot on this issue,” Leduc sunset ceremony in Myrtle Beach, S.C. town would be responsible for the cost long history of infrastructure advocacy, broader travel market.” said. of building a platform and others won- and his passion for train transportation The bride, the daughter of John and Deborah There are three final alternatives in Both of them credited state Sen- Maslon of Three Rivers, is a 2017 graduate of Palmer dered who decides where the platform in particular, along with his nominee the study, which carries the weight of a ators Eric Lesser and Anne Gobi and would be built, sparking a in-depth dis- to be Secretary of Transportation, Pete High School and is an Airman 1st Class in the Physical $1 million investment by the state and Mass. House Rep. Todd Smola for their Therapy Field stationed at Shaw AFB in South Car- cussion. Buttigieg,” Lesser said. does back up at least some of the advo- support. Committee members agreed on Scarlet Lamothe, manager of olina. Her husband Karl is a 2017 graduate of Smith cates’ claims of the benefits the rail line the need to remain proactive. Vocational high school and a Corporal in the United Steaming Tender, created inside the Setting Priorities would provide. All of the alternatives After the study was released earlier old Palmer rail depot building, signed States Marine Corps and is currently stationed at Camp include depots in Palmer and Spring- this month, Lesser issued a statement Legeune in North Carolina. into the Zoom meeting from inside the While the study presents various field. in which we called the report “an im- restaurant. The old station could be re- scenarios of how and where actual con- Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the couple’s wed- Still, it did not offer the robust en- portant step in moving this project from ding reception will be held at a later date. purposed to create new one, she sug- struction would begin, the committee dorsement some hoped for. conception to reality” and, “I want to gested. members all agree that the Springfield “It’s not what we wanted, but it thank the countless advocates, com- “The station that I’m in right now phase should get priority. The study didn’t close the door,” Hood said. munity organizations, business organi- – is that something that can be dis- itself called it a “worthwhile starting Now, he said, the committee needs zations, elected officials, and everyday cussed?” Lamothe asked, point.” Hood and Miller sent a letter re- to focus on “thinking about how this af- citizens from every corner of our Com- “We haven’t been able to get down cently to Baker and Mass. Secretary of Interested in fects Palmer.” monwealth who wouldn’t take no for an to those nitty gritty details,” Leduc said. Transportation Stephanie Pollack ask- Committee member and Palmer answer and demanded state-wide rail “Is it time? I think it could be. It ing for it. Town Planner Linda Leduc isn’t com- investment.” might be time for the town to spend “Indeed the need for expanded rail fostering? Join pletely satisfied, but she took away The senator’s remarks echoed some some money to [study and] narrow service between the three largest cities some positives. of those on the steering committee. down the best location.” in the Commonwealth should take pri- “It’s an interesting study,” she said. “As MassDOT acknowledges, the “As far as location of the platform, ority, especially when there is almost no upcoming meetings “It was limited in scope [but] it study remains incomplete,” Lesser said. that’s something the town and engineers train service at present between two of needed to be done to gets us to the next “Most importantly, the ridership Have you Ever Considered Becoming a Foster Par- have to figure out,” Anne Miller said. them,” they said in the letter. phase of engineering and construction. estimates are far too low and do not re- ent, but are just not sure? “It can go a lot of different ways. “Worcester and Springfield are the MassDOT is trying to move us out of flect comparable rail links around the Join Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care staff for an Palmer may not be in position to do 2nd and 4th largest cities in New En- the planning stage. In Palmer, we did all country or the economic growth the rail informal Virtual Meeting where you will receive gen- that. I think working out the location is gland. Worcester has a metropolitan the things we needed to do to get in all line will spur. The study also does not eral information about our program and have questions something we need to do in advance so area population of 947,404, and Spring- the alternatives, which is a great result.” take into account the significant envi- answered regarding fostering. If fostering is something the federal government doesn’t come in field has a metropolitan area population Like others, Leduc contests the ronmental benefits from the reduction you have always thought about and you want to make a and say ‘no, it should go here.’” of 697,382….It is time for the Com- study’s estimate of ridership and said in greenhouse gas emissions as tens of difference. Here’s a good place to start! Miller is amenable to the idea of monwealth to fill in the gaping hole in it’s critical to present accurate numbers thousands of cars are taken off the road. The upcoming dates: 6-7 p.m. Feb. 2 and 10-11 creating a Palmer depot in or around New England train service, between that will allow the project to become el- I look forward to working with Mass- a.m. Feb. 3. the old one and she noted that Steaming Springfield and Worcester. There is no igible for federal funding – a high bar. DOT, our state legislative delegation, If you are interested in attending, call contact Mau- Tender, opened by Lamothe’s parents, need for more study, since the Northern She remains convinced MassDOT does as well as our federal partners such reen at 413-209-7677 or Janet at 508-713-3895. They acquired property around the restaurant. New England Intercity Rail Initiative not project a realistic figure and that tak- as House Ways and Means Chairman will send you the zoom link needed to join. “I think that should be part of the (2016) already proposed a reasonable ing a second look – as MassDOT calls Richard Neal, House Rules Committee conversation,” Miller said. service plan for this corridor, vetted by for in the study – will reveal a more fa- Chairman Jim McGovern, Senator War- “This is something I think we need a Tier 1 Environmental Assessment that vorable cost benefit assessment. ren, and Senator Markey to make state- to put together soon – ASAP,” Lamothe found minimal or no impacts. “The NNEIRI pre- ferred alternative service plan includes 8 round-trip COME GROW WITH US trains per day serving Bos- ton-Framingham-Worces- ter-Palmer-Spring- LANDSCAPE FOREMAN LANDSCAPE LABORER field-Hartford-New Position Overview: We are looking for a Job Description: We are looking for a highly motivated experienced individual highly motivated experienced individual Haven. 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ICE HOCKEY BASKETBALL Hurricanes fall in opener to Ludlow By Tim Peterson school committee. Sports Correspondent Another difference at Olympia this year is the team benches have WEST SPRINGFIELD— been extended. The players aren’t There has been a large crowd at the allowed to use the locker rooms. Olympia Ice Center in West Spring- They got dressed in the parking lot field whenever Fay Division rivals before last Saturday’s match. Amherst and Ludlow have faced Paul, who has been a member each other during the past couple of of the Amherst hockey team since years. he was in the eighth grade, is glad Because of the COVID-19 pan- that he’s still able to play his favor- demic, the atmosphere at Olympia ite sport. was a little bit different for the only “Being able to play hockey for two meetings of the regular season Amherst High School is a dream between the hockey teams. come true for me,” he said. “We did The Ludlow Lions were the work very hard in tonight’s game.” home team in the season opening The other two Amherst hock- match last Thursday night. It meant ey players who attend Palmer High only one parent of a Ludlow play- School are Andrew Martin and Joe er could attend the game. The 20 or Freniere, who didn’t play in either so parents watched the Lions post a of the games against Ludlow. 6-3 victory. Both Ludlow and Amherst are The Hurricanes were the home young teams this season with only team in the second meeting last Sat- one senior. urday night. Since Amherst High The Hurricanes senior is Kouji School doesn’t allow any fans to at- Ishida. tend their home games, there were The lone Ludlow senior is Joe only a couple of people sitting in the Pires, a member of the team for a bleachers filming the 2-2 draw. couple of years. “The atmosphere has always “Joe is one of the hardest work- been great whenever we’ve played ers on our team,” Rivest said. “He Amherst in the past,” said Paul was voted by his teammates as the Rivest, who has been the head most dedicated player on last year’s coach of the Ludlow hockey team team.” since 1999. “Having no fans in the The Lions senior night game stands does make a big difference to Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com is currently scheduled to take place the players.” Nick Paul tries to weave around an opponent. against Chicopee Comp at Olympia Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com on February 6. There is limited action in the region with some schools opting out of the The main rink at the Olym- Each time that the Hurricanes winter season. pia Ice Center, which is where the took the lead in last Saturday’s majority of the high school games game, the Lions would answer with take place, can hold up to 2,200 the equalizer. spectators. The maximum number Amherst jumped out to a 1-0 Winter sports begin of players on a varsity hockey team lead 1:55 into the opening peri- By Gregory A. Scibelli scheduled to get involved on the this season is twenty. od following a goal by sophomore [email protected] action earlier this week, with the “Every team that plays a Goeckel Walker, who was credited game action starting to pick up and game here should get at least two with an assist in the season opening REGION – Winter sports, teams attempting to play 10 to 12 tickets per player,” Rivest added. loss. The duo of junior Georgios Al- however abbreviated, have begun games during the next five or six “That would be a total of 80 peo- imonos and freshman Yuuki Ishida for several schools in Western and weeks, which is what is left of the ple. I think there is enough space to assisted on Walker’s goal from the Central Massachusetts. winter season. spread them out safely.” top of the crest. While Quabbin got off to a Agawam is scheduled to be Nick Paul, who’s a junior, is Alimonos scored a pair of goals start a bit earlier, several Western in a bubble west of the Connecti- one of the three players from Palm- in the season opening loss. Junior Mass. teams caught up with game cut River, including Westfield and er High School listed on the Am- Carter Beckwith added the other action beginning last Thursday West Springfield. herst hockey roster. He also gave goal for Amherst. evening. Amherst will matchup with his thoughts about playing a game The Lions tied last Saturday’s Ludlow, Amherst, Agawam, Ludlow, among other teams, and without having any fans in the game for the first time with 40.4 Ware, and Hampden Charter Ware and Hampden Charter mixed stands. seconds remaining in the opening School of Science were all in ac- up last week, and Ware is set to “It’s very strange playing a period when freshman Brice Pereira tion with girls and boys basketball. take on Palmer and Pathfinder in hockey game without the fans,” netted his first varsity goal, which Hockey also got in on the the coming weeks. Paul said. “Our fans always help get was assisted by junior Brandon action over the weekend, though Minnechaug and Chicopee us motivated. It’s disappointing that Gomes. not all of the hockey teams were Comprehensive are set to match they’re unable to come cheer for us “I also coached Brice at the involved with some schools opting up next week as well. East Long- this year.” youth level,” Rivest said. “He’s a not to participate in the sport. meadow will also join the mix in The guidelines for the number defenseman and he scored his first Chicopee, Chicopee Compre- that bubble. of spectators at a high school sport- hensive, and Minnechaug, along Andrew Martin takes a faceoff for the Hurricanes. ing event are determined by each ICE HOCKEY ❙ page 8 with Pathfinder and Palmer, were WINTER ❙ page 8

COLLEGIATE AUTO RACING MASCAC cancels ‘fall Entry forms now available for the Thompson 300 WATERBURY, Conn. — The $5,000-to-win events on June 16, American-Canadian Tour (ACT) July 7, Aug. 11, and Sept. 15. in spring’ competition and Pro All Stars Series (PASS) have Teams that attempt to qualify WESTFIELD – The Massa- priority, the difficult decision was released the official entry form for for all six Outlaw Open Modified chusetts State Collegiate Athletic made to cancel the fall in spring the Thompson 300 at Connecticut’s Series events will be eligible for pro- Conference (MASCAC) announced MASCAC competition,” Baumann Thompson Speedway Motorsports visional starting spots in the Thomp- today that the eight MASCAC Pres- said. Park on Oct. 9 and 10. More than son 300. 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Previous winners include For technical information con- hopefully for years to come.” been meeting regularly with the athletics to our campus communi- means up to $15,000 in lap money Northeast racing legends Richie Ev- cerning all PASS divisions, and for The entry form has been presidents, athletic directors, athlet- ty and how important sports are to and the Thompson 300 winner could ans, Geoffrey Bodine, Ron Bouch- media or marketing questions, please posted at www.acttour.com/out- ic trainers and other essential staff our student-athletes. The news that pocket up to $35,000 total. ard, Jimmy Spencer, Mike Stefanik, contact [email protected] law-open-modifieds and www. to consider ways we can bring our we need to cancel the fall confer- A Last Chance “B” Feature has Steve Park, Mike McLaughlin, and or visit www.proallstarsseries.com. proallstarsseries.com. Teams that student-athletes back to the play- ence competition is understandably been posted as well. This final round Ted Christopher. Don’t forget to “Like” the Pro All register by Thursday, April 15 re- ing field safely while adhering to disappointing, but the health and qualifier will pay $1,000 to win and The return of the Thompson Stars Series on Facebook or follow ceive an early-entry discount. The all state, federal and NCAA guide- safety of our students and staff is of $250 to start for teams that do not 300 is the finale in the six-race on Twitter @PASSSLM14 to keep first 26 teams that register will also lines,” said MASCAC Commis- the utmost importance,” said Mas- transfer into the Thompson 300. Thompson Outlaw Open Modified up with breaking news as it happens. receive a garage stall for World Se- sioner Angela Baumann. “Regret- sachusetts College of Liberal Arts “The Thompson 300 is one of Series. The opener of the series is For general Thompson Speed- ries weekend. tably, the highly contagious nature President James Birge, Chair of the the most famous events in Modified the $10,000-to-win Icebreaker 125 way inquires, call (860) 923-2280, Qualifying for the Thompson of the COVID-19 virus and the MASCAC Council of Presidents. racing,” ACT managing partner Cris on April 10 and 11. Some of the top email oval@thompsonspeedway. 300 is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 9 risk of community spread through “These are unprecedented times Michaud said. “When Tom Mayber- names in Tour-Type Modified racing com, or visit www.thompsonspeed- with the 300-lap main event on Sun- conference competition proved too and making the difficult decision ry and I reached out agreement to have already entered the Icebreaker way.com. You can follow Thompson day, Oct. 10. An optional practice great a risk to our student-athletes to cancel fall conference competi- promote events at Thompson Speed- event, including Keith Rocco, Doug Speedway on Facebook and Insta- session is planned for Friday, Oct. 8. to engage in conference play. With tion is equally unprecedented. We way, Tom’s first idea was to bring Coby, Bobby Santos III, Ron Silk, gram at @ThompsonSpeedway or More information will be announced the health and well-being of our back the Thompson 300. Together, Mike Christopher Jr., and Jon McK- on Twitter at @ThompsonSpdwy. over the coming months. All sched- student-athletes and our staff as our MASCAC ❙ page 8 we’ve put a lot of work into figuring ennedy. The series also includes PAGE 8 January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

Pioneers to host Pelham clinic @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports LUDLOW – Western Unit- sion. Sessions will consist of a max of ed Pioneers FC is excited to offer a 15 players per field (COVID regula- soccer clinic in Pelham, MA for tion for the players’ safety). players in the Massachusetts North SESSION 2: MONDAYS 2/22, Region. The clinic provides off-sea- 3/1, 3/8, and 3/15 son training and skill development by Boys and Girls Born 2013 and WUP FC coaches. The second ses- 2014: Session is at 5 p.m. sions available. Boys and Girls Born 2010, 2011, This program is offered to and 2012: Session is at 6 p.m. Athlete of the Week boys and girls born in 2010, 2011, The sessions will be held at Pel- 2012, 2013, and 2014. The four- ham Elementary School at 45 Am- Hampden Chris Paul week program includes one practice herst Road, Pelham, MA 01002. Charter is Palmer High School per week for a total of $65 per ses- one of the schools aul is a Palmer player on this playing this year’s co-op hockey team winter. Pwith Amherst. He will be taking New umpires needed for 2021 season some faceoffs as a center. REGION – The Western Mas- Class is usually one or two nights per To nominate someone for Athlete sachusetts Baseball Umpire Associ- week from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. of the Week, contact Managing ation is looking for individuals who The class takes place in the Sports Editor Gregory A. Scibelli at are interested in umpiring baseball at First Baptist Church of East Long- 413-283-8393 ext. 258 or send an the high school and youth level. The meadow’s classrooms at 50 Parker e-mail to [email protected]. WMBUA services high school base- Street. Classes may also be virtual if ball and various other leagues in the COVID-19 does not allow for in-per- Greater Springfield area/ Hampden son meetings. County. If you are interested in taking The WMBUA’s first year mem- the classes, contact Chris Meffen, Our Family bers class will be held for roughly five the WMBUA Secretary, via email at to six weeks, beginning in February. [email protected] or visit the Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Cares The class dates right now are fluid as WMBUA website at http://wmbua. the organization monitors what hap- org. WINTER ❙ from page 1 About Your pens with the COVID-19 pandemic. In hockey action, Ludlow and Amherst had their first games of the regular season. Ludlow, Agawam, HOME – AUTO – BUSINESS – LIFE Family Minnechaug, and other Berry Division teams will be MASCAC ❙ from page 1 part of a league in the coming season. Most of the teams will continue to monitor the facts and are hopeful we will be able to provide in that league play their home games at Olympia Ice CONGRATULATIONS re-evaluate the status of athletics as those student-athletes an athletic ex- Center in West Springfield. information and data evolves,” said perience.” Action at Olympia Ice Center last Saturday includ- President Birge. Throughout the 2020-21 aca- ed Ludlow and Amherst as well as East Longmeadow ATHLETE! The MASCAC Presidents are demic year, the MASCAC will be and Agawam. All players were observing changes in Very Competitive Rates • Experienced Professional Staff hopeful that a spring sports season celebrating its’ 50th anniversary protocol by changing into uniforms and gear in park- will occur and plan to announce their with special features, facts and trivia ing lots. Temperatures were cold with an even colder 99% Claim Satisfaction Rate • On-site Registry Processing decision in February. commemorating the event. Our con- wind chill on Saturday. Players were only allowed to “We are disappointed conference ference has a rich history of success put skates on once inside the arena. The small number 143 West Street 45 North Main Street competition couldn’t be provided for on the playing field and in the class- of fans allowed to attend games were not allowed to Ware, MA 01082 Belchertown, MA 01007 our fall student-athletes in the spring,” room. Over the academic year, the mill around in the lobby, and the extension of benches said MASCAC Commissioner Angela conference will be highlighting the was completed as well as a fenced-in extension. Baumann. “We are still creating plans student-athletes, teams, coaches, and At Olympia, if more than one player on a team was www.moultoninsurance.com sent to the penalty box, they were sent to their team’s More companies, to play the spring sports season and administrators from the last 50 years. more choices, bench to serve out the penalty in order to have one play- BETTER RATES! 413-967-3327 er in the box at a time. The winter season will continue until late February and then Fall 2 is scheduled to begin with some basket- ball action, indoor track, girls volleyball, and football taking center stage into the first month of the spring. Legislature sends Journalism Commission ICE HOCKEY ❙ from page 4 to governor’s desk varsity goal in tonight’s game. goal in the season opener, tied the score Community Development and Small Gomes also scored two goals in the at 2-2 with a short-handed goal 27 sec- Commission language Business. “Many communities here in first game of the regular season. Fresh- onds into the third period. Junior Aus- man Ryan Kurtz, sophomore Samuel tin Picard was credited with his third included in Economic Massachusetts both rely on and ben- Cocchi, sophomore Ben Corbin, and assist of the season. efit from local news sources to obtain junior Colby Palmer netted the Lions Both teams had power-play chanc- Development package important information relevant to their other goals. es during the final period, but the score livelihoods. These uncertain and trying BOSTON – State Rep. Lori Eh- The Hurricanes managed to retake remained tied. times have had a significant impact on the lead in the second meeting of the The Lions also had an opportuni- rlich (D-Marblehead) and State Senator local news reporting agencies and their season against the Lions following a ty to take the lead in the final seconds Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn) announced ability to disseminate necessary facts. goal by junior Choi Gunyoung with a of the match, but Amherst sophomore Thursday the inclusion of their journal- We are honored to join Representative little more than three minutes remain- goalie Charles May made a couple of ism commission legislation, An Act es- Ehrlich in combating these negative re- ing in the second period, saves. Overall, May made a total of 21 tablishing a commission to study jour- sults through this crucial legislation.” The Hurricanes failed to capitalize saves. nalism in underserved communities, as “This is great news for the future on a 5-on-3 power-play at the end of the Down at the other end of the ice, part of the Economic Development bill of local journalism in Massachusetts. It Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com second period. Ludlow junior Tyler Charest made 22 passed by the legislature and sent to the gives us an opportunity to study where Accommodations are not great under the modified rules Kurtz, who scored an empty net saves. governor’s desk. the problems are, who’s doing it right this year, as athletes must dress for games in the park- This legislation, filed for the first and how we can encourage the growth ing lot. time this session, would create a state of independent community news organi- commission to assess the state of local zations,” said Dan Kennedy, professor at journalism in Massachusetts, including the School of Journalism at Northeast- Applications the adequacy of press coverage in the ern University. commonwealth’s cities and towns and “Local news outlets are the bed- the sustainability of local press business rock upon which American democracy open to high models. is built, yet they are collapsing from the According to research at the Univer- negative effects of decades of corporate school seniors sity of North Carolina, almost 1,800 lo- media consolidation and now the coro- cal newspapers have closed since 2004, navirus pandemic,” said Jason Pramas, creating growing “media deserts” with executive director at the Boston Institute and college insufficient local news coverage. Hedge for Nonprofit Journalism and executive funds, which have higher profit margin editor and associate publisher at Dig- requirements than journalism tends to Boston. “The passage of the journalism students studying generate, have recently purchased sev- commission language into law gives eral news outlets in Massachusetts sub- hope to Massachusetts journalists and journalism sequently consolidating outlets and cut- the public-at-large that state government ting staff. will take a serious look at this ongoing REGION – The New England Newspaper and “A lack of local news coverage is crisis and then take steps to support Press Association awards up to 10 scholarships each a fundamental threat to our democracy news organizations around the com- year to aspiring journalists through the Journalism and civic society,” said Ehrlich. “Cit- monwealth--in ways that keep the press Education Foundation of New England. Applications izens rely on hardworking journalists are open through the deadline of March. The founda- free and independent, as the Founders to tell the stories that bind us together intended. Thanks very much to Repre- tion strives to encourage and support young people as communities. Trusted news sources who plan to pursue a career in the newspaper indus- sentatives Ehrlich and Coppinger and provide a public square where shared try. Senator Crighton for their leadership on facts and thoughtful opinion enable us College students or high school seniors who are this signal piece of legislation and to all studying and acquiring work experience that will pre- to hold power to account and govern the dozens of journalists, journalism ed- CLUES ACROSS sound 5. Wedding accessory modern human in pare them to work in the field of journalism are eli- ourselves. With this commission, the ucators, and media activists that worked 1. Gather a harvest 47. Ancient kingdom near 6. Deep, narrow gorges Europe: __-magnon gible to apply. commonwealth will facilitate a serious hard for its enactment.” 5. Federal Republic of Dead Sea 7. Dry cereal 37. Adult female bird For more information contact Linda Conway at discussion among experts, reporters, The commission will conduct a Germany 49. You might put it in 8. Competitions that 39. Do away with [email protected]. and industry members about the state of comprehensive, non-binding study rel- 8. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! a fire require speed 40. Lens To qualify students must: local news in Massachusetts, and what ative to communities underserved by 11. “The Little Mermaid” 50. Partner to “oohed” 9. Cain and __ 41. Flattened appendage fortification efforts can take place.” local journalism, including, but not lim- 13. The common gibbon 55. Actor Idris 10. Snake sound 42. Post or pillar in Greek 1. Be a resident of New England. Now more than ever we need a ited to, the ratio of residents to media 14. Volcanic island in Fiji 56. Slippery 12. Type of amino acid temple 2. Be a senior in high school planning to at- strong and robust news media to keep outlets, the history of local news in Mas- 15. Mother of Perseus 57. Plant of the bean (abbr.) 44. A medieval citizen of tend college the following year or an undergraduate our citizenry as informed as possible and sachusetts, print and digital business 16. Egg cells family 14. Pattern of notes in Hungary college student studying journalism or a related field. to ensure accountability,” said Crighton. models for media outlets, the impact of 17. Teams’ best pitchers 59. One point north of Indian music 45. Spiritual leader of a 3. Have a GPA of 3.0 or above. “It was great to work with Representa- social media on local news, strategies 18. Credit associations northeast 19. Satisfy Jewish congregation 4. Demonstrate a serious interest in a career in tive Ehrlich on this pivotal piece of leg- 20. Advance 60. Patti Hearst’s captors 23. Misfire 46. Abba __, Israeli to improve local news access, public journalism by sending: a cover letter, transcript, re- islation and I’m excited for the commis- policy solutions to improve the sustain- 21. Hair styling products 61. Places to hang 24. Nearsightedness politician sume or biography, letter of recommendation, and a sion to get to work.” ability of local press business models 22. Benign tumors clothes 25. Indicates before 47. Sew body of published work in a school news publication, “I would like to thank Repre- and private and nonprofit solutions, and 25. Arriving early 62. Midwife 26. Increase motor speed 48. Evergreen trees and general circulation newspaper, or a similar publica- sentative Ehrlich for her unremitting identifying career pathways and existing 30. Called it a career 63. Of she 27. When you hope to get shrubs having oily tion and/or a body of work prepared for a journalism commitment to journalism within the 31. __ Paulo, city 64. S. Korean statesman there one-seeded fruits class. or potential professional development commonwealth,” said State Represen- opportunities for aspiring journalists in 32. Avoid with trickery 28. Indicates position 51. Swiss river Please note: Those applying will be required to tative Edward F. Coppinger (D-Boston), 33. Easter egg 29. Where rockers 52. Grayish-white sign in to Google to upload documents. Massachusetts. CLUES DOWN House Chair of the Joint Committee on 38. Veterans battleground 1. Cool! perform 53. A way to illustrate The deadline to apply is March 12. 41. Lack of success 2. Amounts of time 34. Substitute 54. College basketball 43. Thing that causes 3. Aboriginal people of 35. __ juris: of one’s own superpower disgust Japan right 58. Midway between 45. Deep, continuing 4. Popular veggies 36. Earliest form of south and southeast journalregister.turley.com January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 9

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Pamela Jeanne Bourque, 49 Robert A. Presho, 83 Turley Publications offers two types of OBITUARIES Died: Jan. 17, 2021 Died: Jan. 24, 2021 obituaries. Services are Private Services: 9 a.m. Jan. 29 at One is a free, brief Death Notice listing Lombard Funeral Home the name of deceased, date of death and funeral David P. DeMaio, 85 date and place. Robert A. Presho 1938-2021 Died: Jan. 17, 2021 Allen Mark Sanders, 84 The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $100, MONSON — Robert A. Senior Center and a Mary at the Wing ER Services are private. Died: Jan. 21, 2021 which allows families to publish extended death Presho, 83, died Sunday Jan. past President of the and the staff at Bay- Services were Private notice information of their own choice and may 24, 2021, surrounded by love at Monson Rotary Club. state VNA and Bay- James R. Pascale, 76 include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid home. He enjoyed golf- state Hospice. Died: Jan. 19, 2021 Obituaries should be submitted through a Bob was born Jan. 2, 1938, ing, league bowling, “Your compas- Services: 10 a.m. Feb. 4 at funeral home to: [email protected]. in Arlington to the late Ethel M. watching football, and sion and kindness is St. Patrick Church, Monson Exceptions will be made only when the family (Burdick) Somers and the late spending time with his something that we provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. Dwight Presho. He was a high grandchildren. cannot repay.” school graduate and an Air Force Robert leaves Funeral services veteran honorably serving the his beloved wife of will be held 9 a.m. Fri- country from 1956 to 1962. 50 years, Maureen E. day, Jan. 29, at Lom- Bob was a shift supervisor (Shields) Presho, and their chil- bard Funeral Home, 3 Bridge at H.P. Hood in Agawam and dren, Michele Presho of Mon- Street in Monson, with Liturgy retired after 38 years. After re- son and her partner Christopher; of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in OBITUARIES tiring from H.P. Hood he didn’t Bridget Moriarty and her hus- St. Patrick Church. Burial will slow down but rather contin- band Jeremy of Monson; Robert follow at Bethany Cemetery in ued to serve the community of Presho Jr. and his wife Sarah of Monson. Visiting hours will be Pamela J. Bourque, 1971-2021 Monson by delivering for the Palmer; seven grandchildren, held 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28. Meals on Wheels program with who he adored: Natalya, Jacob, Visitation at the funeral WALES — Pamela J. Bour- along her journey missed by her grand- the Monson Senior Center. He Shamus, Riley, Ruby, Ryder home will be held with limited que, 49, a lifelong resident here, reading a book. She son, Aiden Smith of then began to work for Monson and Ryan; two sisters, Marie occupancy in the building. Face passed away unexpectedly at volunteered for many Wales, her mother Savings Bank as a courier, which Magrath and Kathy Brown; a sis- coverings are asked to be worn home on Jan. 17, 2021. years at Old Stur- Judi and by her sib- was, as he simply stated, his best ter in-law, Patricia Shields; and and social distancing is encour- She was born a free spirit on bridge Village and her lings, Andrew Bour- job ever. a brother in-law, John Shields. aged. Aug. 28, 1971, the daughter of favorite spot was in the que, Paul Bourque and Bob loved the “Big E” and Bob was predeceased by his In lieu of flowers please the late Ronald R. Bourque, Sr. herb gardens. Michelle Doyle all of often would work for Rondeau’s infant brother, Paul Presho and consider a memorial contri- and Judith Ann (Taylor) Bourque Pam was blessed Wales. She also leaves delivering their ice cream to the brothers Ike Presho and Charles bution in Bob’s name to the of Wales who survives her. to celebrate this last several nieces, neph- fair throughout its run in Sep- Presho; many nieces and neph- American Kidney Fund 11921 Pam was educated local- Christmas with her ews, cousins and dear tember. ews and his sweet puppy Zelda. Rockville Pike, Suite 300 Rock- ly, graduating from Tantasqua family, which was an friends to continue Robert was a communi- The family would like to ville, MD 20852 or St. Patrick’s Regional High School and later important day for her. It was celebrating her life. cant of St. Patrick’s Church in thank Dr. Joanna Preibisz and Restoration Fund PO Box 473 received her bachelor’s degree not uncommon to hear her sing- A public celebration will be Monson and served on the Par- her staff; Lauren Rose, Dr. Mi- Monson, MA 01057. For online from UMass Amherst, where ing Christmas songs, includ- held later in the year in Wales ish Council. He was a member chael Germaine at Fresenius condolences visit lombardfuner- she studied health care adminis- ing Charlie Brown’s Christmas Cemetery 4 when the flowers of the Friends of the Monson Kidney Care, Jennifer V. and alhome.com. tration. She worked for over 10 tunes in the summer. She was are in bloom. A private family years at Baystate Medical Center a wonderful cook and caregiver service will be held at Lombard but primarily was a homemaker although it was always on “Pam- Funeral Home, Monson, MA. and mom. my Time.” In lieu of flowers, memorial She loved NASCAR and Her thoughtful, caring and donations in Pamela’s name can Allen Mark Sanders, 84 was an avid Jimmy Johnson and amazing ways will be deeply be made to Old Sturbridge Vil- Allen Mark Sanders, for- ern movies and mu- Tata Renfroe. Thirteen Chevy fan. She attended nu- missed by her husband, Charlie lage, 1 Old Sturbridge Village merly of Palmer, passed away on sic, and enjoying his Great Grandchildren merous race events, including Smith, of Wales, and by her two Rd. Sturbridge, MA 01566 or Jan. 21, 2021, at Quaboag on the Maine Coon cats, Ka- will also live in his leg- the Daytona 500 several times daughters, Alex Smith and Jil- osv.org Visit lombardfuneral- Common in West Brookfield sur- trina and Spunky. acy. and during downtime could be lian Smith, also of Wales. home.com to share online con- rounded by his family. Allen was Allen is survived He was prede- found sitting in a stream, brook In addition, her smart, beau- dolences, photos and memories 84 years old when he suffered a by his beloved wife ceased by his twin sis- or a body of water that she found tiful and courageous ways will be and messages of love and hope. stroke caused by complications of 61 blessed years, ter Arlene Pruess and from Covid-19. Carole O. Sanders of two brothers, Norman Allen or “Ike” as many Palmer. He is remem- Sanders and Kenneth called him, was born on May bered by his living Sanders. 24, 1936 in Philip, S.D. A true siblings, brother Mr. Visitation was cowboy, Ike grew up and worked and Mrs. Ronald (Butch) Sand- held on Monday, Jan. 25, at David. P. DeMaio, 85 on the family ranch in Enning. ers and his sister, Diane Green- Beers & Story Palmer Funeral There, he grew to love riding the waldt. Allen leaves behind his Home. All other services were David. P. DeMaio, 85, by his wife of 62 – wishes to extend bucking bulls and horses in the daughter Cheryl Lynne Papini of private. passed away Sunday, Jan. 17, years, Christine; his their sincere thanks rodeos until enlisting in the Unit- Belchertown; his daughter and Gone but not forgotten, may 2021. sons, David (Laurie) to the Overlook Hos- ed States Air Force in 1954. son-in-law Candyce and Jes- Allen’s memory live on in our He was the son of Santi- and Paul (Dori); three pice-Visiting Nurse Sanders served 35 full and se Lovern Sr. of Belchertown; hearts, hearts of kindness, pas- no “Sam” and Hazel (Denning) grandsons, Jan-Mi- Associates for their fierce years in the Air Force. He and his son and daughter-in-law sion and most of all courage. For DeMaio, born March 18, 1935, chael, Kyle and Ryan compassion in caring garnered the nickname “Sandy” Mark and Joy Schrader of Okla- as put by John Wayne, “courage in Palmer. He graduated from (Katherine); and two for David these last in the service and retired as a homa. He will be missed dear- is being scared to death, but sad- Palmer High School in 1954 and great granddaughters, few days. Master Sergeant. His tenure in- ly by his eight grandchildren: dling up anyway.” then enlisted in the U.S. Army his darling Izabelle All services will stilled in him a love of airplanes Tim Lovern, Landon Mann, Rest in peace Master Ser- for the next three years, serving and Autumn. David be private and Beers and of working on cars. Sandy’s Jesse Lovern, Jr., Laura Mann, geant, Forever the Real McCoy. at the end of the Korean Conflict. was predeceased by & Story Palmer Funer- hobbies also included camping, Samantha Bachand, Courtney For more information visit He was a member of the Amer- three siblings, Richard al Home was entrusted watching and listening to West- Sherwood, Miranda Hoover and beersandstory.com. ican Legion Post 130 and em- DeMaio, Jeanne McKee and with the arrangements. For more ployed at Diamond International William DeMaio. information visit beersnadstory. Cascades and retired in 1997. The family – especially com. David will be deeply missed Laura, Jaimie, Tracy, and Ruby Massachusetts Lions Low Vision Network James R. Pascale, 1944 - 2021 changing lives for visually impaired MONSON — James R. son Savings Bank un- Robert of Palmer. He Many Massachusetts residents are significantly improving the rehabilitation therapists can also be Pascale, 76, known to his many til his 75th birthday will be missed and re- are visually impaired due to inher- quality of lives. Such tools include scheduled to visit the person’s home friends as “Ruby” passed away and took great pride membered fondly by ited eye diseases or acquired condi- hand magnifiers, computer technol- and help them operate more effi- at Baystate Medical Center on in assisting members his grandchildren, T.J. tions such as macular degeneration, ogy, telescopes, binocular systems, ciently and improve their mobility. Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. who were looking to Pascale, Jacob Mori- glaucoma or complications result- desktop video technology that uses If the patient’s insurance does not Jim was born on Feb. 7, the future. arty, Shamus Mori- ing from diabetes or cataracts. CCTV, an HD camera and full-page cover these services or equipment, 1944, the son of the late Alice He had many arty, Stephania Rob- Often medication, glasses, sur- text to speech capability and many or the person has no insurance, the (Hanifan) Pascale and Rinaldo passions, but racing ert, Gabriella Robert, gery or contact lenses cannot cor- others. Lions may be able to help financial- Pascale. He was a proud grad- NASCAR modified Ethan Shaw and Owen rect the impairment. In accordance with their motto: ly as well. uate of Monson High School in stock cars from Maine Shaw. He also leaves The person may have some us- “We Serve,” Massachusetts Lions If you would like to take the 1962, where he was a three-sport to Florida and even as his sister, Dot Jenkins; able vision, but the vision they have volunteers are playing a major role first step in exploring the low vision athlete excelling in soccer, bas- far west as Indiana with his old his godchild and niece, Cather- lost has significantly impacted their in this program helping to make support that is available through this ketball and baseball. friend and car owner Len Boel- ine Jenkins and her son Quinten. quality of life. patient low vision appointments, program, either email the Lions at He attended Glastonbury her and race car No. 3, known as “Ruby” and his family invite The Massachusetts Lions Low providing rides to and from the ap- [email protected], or fill Monastery, a catholic seminary “Old Blue” was by far the big- all to join at St. Patrick Church, Vision Network has established a pointment if necessary, and answer- out the contact form at lowvision- 1962-1963, went to college gest. He was a fan, crewman and Monson at 10 a.m. Thursday, substantial network of practitioners ing any questions that come up. network.com. A Lion will respond at Northampton Commercial a sponsor as well for these driv- Feb. 4, 2021, for a Liturgy of within our state who specialize in The low vision exam is unique within one business day to your re- College, where he received an ers: Bug Stevens, Fred DeSarro, Christian Burial. The Rite of low vision assessment and treat- and leads to recommendations for quest. Associate of Science degree in Ron Bouchard, Ken Bouchard, Committal and Burial will fol- ment. They are providing low vi- low vision tools that will improve Business Management. Jim be- Mike Mclaughlin, Eric Beers, low in Bethany Cemetery. sion tools and other solutions that the person’s quality of life. In-home gan his long and successful ca- Gomer Taylor, Jerry Marquis, There are no calling hours. reer in manufacturing at Spring- Ryan Preece, and Ronnie Wil- In lieu of flowers, memorial field Moulders/ ITT Springfield liams. He also did a stint on Eric donations in Jim’s name can be Moulders in 1979 serving as Sanderson’s No. 16 sponsored made to the St. Patrick Church A Remembrance In Loving Memory president from 1982 to 1992 by Flamingo Motorsports, Di- Restoration Fund, PO Box 473, and most recently as president at versified Metals, RB Enterprises Monson, MA 01057 or to Mon- Sanderson Macleod Inc. until his and Sanderson Macleod driven son Fire Dept. Ambulance Fund, retirement in 2010. by Chris Kopec. PO Box 335, Monson, MA CLINTON M. KING Jim was proud to serve the Jim leaves behind his two 01057. passed away on January 29, 2018 at UMass in Worcester, MA. community on numerous boards, loving children, Elizabeth “Bet- Visit lombardfuneralhome. He left behind his mother Doris M. King and his brother commissions and committees as sy” Evon and her partner Tom com for more details and to Jann (Sam) King and companion Kristen, and an well as in the plastics industry. Shaw of Wales and Timothy share online condolences, pho- He served as a Trustee of Mon- Pascale and his fiancé Barbara tos and stories. Aunt Judy Kenyon of Tennessee and her husband Roger, cousins and many friends.

Clint loved boating and fishing and spent a few July 4ths at the Charles River in Boston to enjoy their annual fireworks. He loved animals especially his beloved dog, Oden. Clint Support the was a very kind and generous person always giving his time local businesses and expertise to help friends and others to repair any type of repair needed. There wasn’t much he couldn’t fix. At that support your Christmas time he would give generous gifts to his relatives and to the toy campaigns at his workplace. He enjoyed his job local newspaper. at Lamcotec, Inc. in Monson, MA and worked there for several years. Previously he ran a small business of his own called Let them know you saw Super-Coats which was electronic paint spraying. Prior to their ad in the that he worked for his brother in the concrete business. We thank you, Clint, for all the love and joy you gave us. Journal You are greatly missed each and every day and will be forever loved by your family and friends. Register May God bless your soul and the angels watch over you. PAGE 10 January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

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Commonwealth of necessary to said spring the will be available at least 24 intend any defense, and that Deeds in Book 16152, Page feet, more or less. said mortgage shall control in day of this citation. You may Massachusetts grantees, or their successors hours prior to the meeting on you do and receive what 353, for breach of conditions BEING the same prem- the event of a typographical upon written request by reg- The Trial Court or assigns, shall pay their https://www.wingwellgroup. the Court shall order and of said mortgage and for the ise conveyed to mortgagors error in this publication. istered or certified mail to Hampden Probate and proportionate cost of same. org/. adjudge therein. purpose of foreclosing the herein by deed of David Other terms to be the fiduciary, or to the attor- Family Court Excepting from this con- 01/28/2021 Hereof fail not, at your same, the mortgaged prem- J. Salzarulo and Julie A. announced at the sale. ney for the fiduciary, obtain 50 State Street veyance those two parcels of peril, or as otherwise said ises located at 31 East Hill Salzarulo and recorded in the Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. without cost a copy of said Springfield, MA 01103 land conveyed by Clarence suit may be adjudged and Road, Monson, MA 01057 Hampden County Registry as Trustee for Option One accounts. If you desire to (413)748-7758 A. Carrington et ux to Willie TOWN OF HOLLAND orders entered in your will be sold at a Public of Deeds immediately prior Mortgage Loan Trust 2001- object to any item of said Docket No. HD20P2030PO E. Robbins et ux by deed Public Hearing – Tuesday, absence. Auction at 11:00 AM on herewith. B, Asset-Backed Certificates, accounts, you must, in 64 Main Street Realty dated July 22, 1949, record- February 16, 2021 It appearing to this Court February 18, 2021, at the For mortgagor’s title Series 2001-B addition to filing a written Trust ed in Hampden County at 5:00 PM that no personal service of mortgaged premises, more see deed recorded with the Korde & Associates, P.C. appearance as aforesaid, file In the matter of Registry of Deeds, Book FY 2019 CDBG the Complaint has been particularly described below, Hampden County Registry of 900 Chelmsford Street within thirty days after said Petition for Appointment 2001, age 275, and by deed Performance Hearing made on the Defendants all and singular the premises Deeds in Book 11598, Page Suite 3102 return day or within such of Successor Trustee dated June 16, 1952, record- The town of Holland, identified herein above described in said mortgage, 77. See also deed recorded in Lowell, MA 01851 other time as the Court upon To all interested persons: ed in said Registry of Deeds, in association with the that after diligent search to wit: Said Deeds in Book 15896, (978) 256-1500 motion may order a written A Petition has been filed Book 2181, Page 153. Pioneer Valley Planning Plaintiffs can find no such The land together with Page 231. Pelletier, David J., 16-027052 statement of each such item by: Robert E Huntington Subject to agreement Commission, will conduct a persons upon whom they the buildings thereon situat- The premises will be sold 01/28, 02/04, 02/11/2021 together with the grounds of Monson MA requesting concerning the erection performance hearing regard- can lawfully make service, ed in Monson, said Hampden subject to any and all unpaid for each objection thereto, a Petitioner serve as successor and maintenance of fences, ing the town’s ongoing FY19 it is ORDERED that notice County, Massachusetts, being taxes and other municipal copy to be served upon the trustee without sureties on as set forth in deed Pearl Community Development of this suit be given to them known and designated at Lot assessments and liens, and Commonwealth of fiduciary pursuant to Mass. bond and such other relief A. Appleby to Gustave Block Grant Program. The by publishing on one (1) #2 (two) as shown on a plan subject to prior liens or other Massachusetts R. Civ. P. Rule 5. as stated in said Petition Knoetzsch, dated October hearing will be conduct- occasion in The Journal entitled “Property Survey for enforceable encumbrances of The Trial Court WITNESS, Hon. regarding Trust under writ- 29, 1926, recorded in said ed virtually at 5:00 pm on Register, with said publica- Abel Gomes,” dated January record entitled to precedence Probate and Family Barbara M. Hyland, First ten instrument of Cheryl Registry of Deeds in Book Tuesday, February 16th, tion to be at least 20 days 12, 1974, and recorded in over this mortgage, and sub- Court Department Justice of said Court at L Perkins, the sole heir, 1340, Page 15. 2021. Please visit https:// before the above responsive Hampden County Registry ject to and with the benefit Hampden Division Springfield this 12th day of dated December 29, 2011. Being the same premises global.gotomeeting.com/ pleading due date. of Deeds in Book of Plans of all easements, restrictions, Docket No. January, 2021 The sole heir passed away conveyed to the mortgagors join/524171077 or call +1 Dated at Springfield, 149, Pages 116 and 117, said reservations and conditions HD06P180708GR1 Rosemary A Saccomani September 4, 2020. by deed of Robert N. Powell (312) 757-3121 to join meet- Massachusetts this 13th day lot being more particularly of record and subject to all NOTICE OF Register of Probate You have the right to and Lorraine R. Powell ing. (Meeting ID: 524-171- of January, 2021. bounded and described as tenancies and/or rights of par- TRUSTEE’S ACCOUNT 01/28/2021 obtain a copy of the Petition dated December 29, 1961 077, Accesscode: 524-171- Michael K. Callan follows: ties in possession. To all persons inter- from the Petitioner or at the and recorded with Hampden 077) Justice SOUTHEASTERLY Terms of the Sale: ested in the estate of Court. You have a right to County Registry of Deeds in The town of Holland, 01/28/2021 by the northwesterly side of Cashier’s or certified check RICHMOND WILSON of object to Book 2855, Page 205. serving as the lead commu- East Hill Road as shown on in the sum of $5,000.00 as Palmer, Hampden County, Please check this proceeding. To do The said Wayne M. nity of the regional (Holland, said plan, (two hundred (200) a deposit must be shown at MA, a protected person. so, you or your attorney Beyor and Evelyn F. Brimfield, Wales) FY 2019 Commonwealth of feet; the time and place of the sale You are hereby notified the accuracy of must file a written appear- Beyor hereby release to Community Development Massachusetts SOUTHWESTERLY in order to qualify as a bid- pursuant to Mass. R. Civ. P. your legal notice ance and objection at this the mortgagee all rights of Block Grant program, will The Trial Court by the northeasterly side der (the mortgage holder and Rule 72 that the Fifteenth Court before 10:00 a.m. on Homestead as set forth in be conducting a performance Probate and Family Court of an unnamed side of an its designee(s) are exempt and Final Account(s) inclu- prior to submis- 02/14/2021. instrument recorded in Book hearing. The hearing will Hampden Division unnamed street, as shown from this requirement); sive of Bank of America, sion (i.e., date, This is NOT a hear- 8017, Page 360. review the projects funded 50 State Street on said plan, three hundred high bidder to sign written N.A., Trustee under a writ- ing date, but a deadline by The description of the through the program includ- Springfield, MA 01103 (300) feet: Memorandum of Sale upon ten instrument for the ben- time, spelling). which you must file a writ- property contained in the ing a regional housing reha- (413)748-8600 NORTHWESTERLY acceptance of bid; balance efit of said RICHMOND Also, be sure ten appearance and objec- mortgage shall control in bilitation assistance program, Docket No. HD20P2100EA by the southeasterly side of of purchase price payable by WILSON have been pre- the requested tion if you object to this pro- the event of a typographical Brimfield Senior Center Estate of: Lot #13 (thirteen) as shown certified check in thirty (30) sented to said Court for ceeding. If you fail to file error in this publication. planning study, and region- Richard Omar Laterreur on said plan, two hundred ten days from the date of the sale allowance. publication date a timely written appearance For Mortgagor’s Title see al food pantry and domestic Date of Death: and 21/100 (210.21) feet; and at the offices of mortgagee’s If you desire to preserve coincides with and objection followed by deed dated December 29, violence social service pro- November 17, 2019 NORTHEASTERLY attorney, Korde & Associates, your right to file an objec- an Affidavit of Objections 1961, and recorded in Book grams. INFORMAL PROBATE by the southwesterly side of P.C., 900 Chelmsford Street, tion to said account(s), you the purpose of the within thirty (30) days of the 2855 at Page 206 with the This program is funded PUBLICATION NOTICE Lot #1 (one) as shown on Suite 3102, Lowell, MA or your attorney must file notice, or as the return date, action may be Hampden County Registry through the U.S. Department To all persons interest- said plan, three hundred for- 01851 or such other time as a written appearance in law demands. taken without further notice of Deeds. of Housing and Urban ed in the above captioned ty-six and 33/100 (346.33) may be designated by mort- said court at Springfield on to you. TERMS OF SALE: Development and the estate,­ by Petition of Petiti­­ feet. gagee. The description for or before the tenth day of Thank you. WITNESS, Hon. Said premises will be sold Department of Housing and oner Richard J Laterreur Containing 67,316 square the premises contained in February 2021, the return Barbara M Hyland, First and conveyed subject to all Community Development, of Longmeadow, MA Justice of this Court. liens, encumbrances, unpaid Massachusetts CDBG pro- a Will has been admitted Date: January 14, 2021 taxes, tax titles, municipal gram. to informal probate. Rosemary A Saccomani liens and assessments, if All persons with ques- Richard J Laterreur of Register of Probate any, which take precedence tions or comments regarding Longmeadow, MA has been 01/28/2021 over the said mortgage above the performance hearing will informally appointed as the described. have an opportunity to sub- Personal Representative of TEN THOUSAND mit comments up until and the estate to serve without NOTICE OF ($10,000.00) Dollars of the through the public hearing. surety on the bond. MORTGAGEE’S SALE purchase price must be paid Please submit comments to The estate is being OF REAL ESTATE by a certified check, bank John O’Leary at the Pioneer ad­ministered under informal Premises: 183 treasurer’s or cashier’s check Valley Planning Commission procedure by the Personal Palmer Road, Monson, at the time and place of the @ [email protected] or 413- Representative under the Massachusetts sale by the purchaser. The 781-6045. Massachusetts Uniform Pro­ By virtue and in exe- balance of the purchase price 01/28/2021 bate Code without super- cution of the Power of shall be paid by a certified vision by the Court. Inven­ Sale contained in a certain check, bank treasurer’s or tory and accounts are not mortgage given by Evelyn cashier’s check within forty re­quired to be filed with the F. Beyor and Wayne M. five (45) days after the date Court, but interested parties Beyor to Wells Fargo Bank, of sale. COMMONWEALTH OF are entitled to notice regard- N.A. and now held by Other terms to be MASSACHUSETTS ing the administration from Nationstar Mortgage LLC announced at the sale. County of Hampden the Personal Repre­sentative d/b/a Champion Mortgage Marinosci Law Group, P.C. The Superior Court and can petition the Court WE’RE Company, said mort- 275 West Natick Road, Suite CA. No. 2079CV00507 in any matter relating to the gage dated December 21, 500 RE: Kevin B. Kennedy estate, including distribu- 2007, and recorded in the Warwick, RI 02886 ORDER OF NOTICE BY tion of assets and expenses Hampden County Registry Attorney for Nationstar PUBLICATION of administration. Inter­ested ALL of Deeds in Book 17090, Mortgage LLC d/b/a TO: John C. Bunn, parties are entitled to peti- Page 30, as affected by an Champion Mortgage Trustee, deceased, for- tion the Court to institute Assignment of Mortgage Company merly of West Hartford, formal proceedings and to dated October 18, 2017, and Present Holder of the Hartford County, obtain orders terminating EARS recorded with said Deeds in Mortgage Connecticut or his heirs, or restricting the powers of Book 21907 at Page 231, of Telephone: (401) 234-9200 devisees or personal repre- Personal Representatives which mortgage the under- MLG File No.: 20-03427 sentatives of any of them. appointed under informal signed is the present holder, 01/14, 01/21, 01/28/2021 WHEREAS a civil procedure. A copy of the Questions? for breach of the conditions action has been begun Petition and Will, if any, can in said mortgage and for the against you in our Superior be obtained from the Pet­ Comments? purpose of foreclosing the Court by Kevin B. Kennedy itioner. same will be sold at Public COMMUNITY (“Plaintiff”) wherein he is 01/28/2021 Story Ideas? Auction on February 4, OUTREACH MEETING seeking alternative service 2021, at 1:00 PM Local Notice is hereby of process by publication Let us know Time upon the premises, all given by WingWell LLC, in this declaratory judg- and singular the premises WingWell Cultivation ment and quiet title action LEGAL NOTICE how we're described in said mortgage, LLC, and WingWell pertaining to the title to the MORTGAGEE’S to wit: Manufacturing LLC that real estate at 90 Maybrook SALE OF REAL ESTATE doing. Certain real estate situ- a Virtual Community Road, Holland, Hampden By virtue of and in execu- ated in Monson, Hampden Outreach Meeting for County, Massachusetts tion of the Power of Sale con- County. Massachusetts, on a proposed Marijuana more particularly described tained in a certain mortgage the east side of the State Establishment is scheduled in a deed to Plaintiff dated given by David J. Pelletier Highway leading to Palmer, for Wednesday, February August 30, 2019, and and Judith L. Pelletier to Your opinion is something bounded and described as 17, 2021 at 6 p.m. EST. recorded with the Hampden Option One Mortgage follows: This Virtual Community County Registry of Deeds at Corporation, dated April we always want to hear. Beginning at a bound Outreach Meeting will be Book 22918, Page 293. 20, 2001 and recorded in Call or contact us via email in the easterly side of said held in accordance with the We COMMAND YOU Hampden County Registry Highway and at the south- Massachusetts Cannabis if you intend to make any of Deeds in Book 11598, [email protected]. west corner of land now Control Commission’s defense, that on February Page 79 (the “Mortgage”) or formerly of Catherine Administrative Order 28, 2021, or within such fur- of which mortgage Wells Maloney, thence Easterly Allowing Virtual Web- ther time as the law allows Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee along last named land, Based Community Outreach you do cause your writ- for Option One Mortgage about eleven hundred (1100) Meetings and the applica- ten pleading to be filed in Loan Trust 2001-B, Asset- The feet to an iron pipe in line ble requirements set forth the office of the Hampden Backed Certificates, Series 24 Water Street of land now or former- in M.G.L. ch. 94G and 935 Superior Court, Clerk of 2001-B is the present hold- ly of one Appleby; thence CMR 500.00 et seq. Court at 50 State Street, er by Assignment from Journal Register Palmer, MA 01069 Southerly in a line parallel The proposed Springfield, MA 01102, Option One Mortgage with the easterly line of said Marijuana Cultivation and with a copy to Thomas Corporation to Wells Fargo 413.283.8393 Highway, one hundred forty Manufacturing Establishment J. Flaherty, Esq., Bacon Bank, N.A. as Trustee for journalregister.turley.com www.turley.com (140) feet to an iron pin; is anticipated to be locat- Flaherty LLC, 15 South Option One Mortgage Loan thence Westerly in a line ed at 4145 Church Street, Main Street, Randolph, Trust 2001-B, Asset-Backed parallel with the southerly Thorndike, MA 01079. MA 02368 and further that Certificates, Series 2001-B line of said Maloney land, This Virtual Community you defend against said dated September 8, 2005 and A Turley Publications, Inc. Community Newspaper about eleven hundred (1100) Outreach Meeting will be suit according to law if you recorded at said Registry of feet to the easterly side of held via Zoom Meeting said Highway; and thence and will be available Northerly along the easterly through the following link side of said Highway, one and phone number: WE’VE EXPANDED OUR WEB SITE hundred forty (140) feet to Link: https:/ /us02web. the place of beginning. zoom.us/j/89341806836 Together with the right Phone: 1-929-205- to use one-fourth (1/4) of 6099 the water in the spring sit- Meeting ID: 893 4180 uated on adjacent land now 6836 or formerly of one Appleby Live Closed Public Notices southeasterly of the build- Captioning will be avail- ings on said conveyed prem- able. ARE NOW ONLINE ises, with right to maintain There will be an oppor- the pipe now running from tunity for the public to ask Email all Access archives and Find a quick link to the state of Massachusetts’ said spring to said build- questions. Questions can ings and the right to enter be submitted in advance of notices to digital tear sheets by public notice web site to search all notices in upon said Appleby land for the meeting to outreach@ [email protected] newspaper title. Massachusetts newspapers. the purpose of relaying and wingwellgroup.com or 1 2 3 maintaining said pipe and asked during the meeting Public notice deadlines are Mondays at noon, Fridays noon for Monday holidays. repairing said spring. It is after the presentation. A understood and agreed that copy of the meeting infor- in the event repairs should be mation and presentation visit www.publicnotices.turley.com PAGE 12 January 28, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER From dog training to violin Get through winter Hitchcock Academy classes

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President strategies for dogs of any age. legacy highlight programs Robert Haveles said the PHCC has not Get the most from being a pet had “anything live for almost a year,” be- owner by learning from an ex- By Jonah Snowden cause of the pandemic. pert the best way to guide your [email protected] “We thought of how we might be animal into the behavior patterns able to provide programming to those that form a solid foundation for a PALMER – The Palmer Public Li- who have supported us throughout the happy life together. For the dog brary is presenting two events to cele- year,” Haveles said. owner looking to expand their brate Black History Month. “We figured out we would have to canine’s skills Merritt offers On Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 do things virtually. We also thought in progressive training in the sport p.m., Tom Goldscheider of the David this is a time of uncertainty, we can turn of K9 Nosework on Thursday Ruggles Center for History and Educa- it into opportunity. From that standpoint, evenings and Saturday morn- tion will highlight the work of Ruggles’ opportunity comes from seeking out col- ings. laborations with other organizations who Courtesy photo advocacy for African American rights. Hitchcock Academy in Brimfield has a diverse array of fun and engaging programing to help you get might be suffering the same way.” Ruggles is known for his movement to Music lessons, yoga and more through the winter months. abolish slavery in the 1830s and 1840s. Haveles said part of the collabora- Goldscheider will also highlight Rug- tion is connecting the library with a wid- Hitchcock Academy offers Bunny Stump Cake instructs Saturday of every month you Scout Cookies. The Mills and er audience though its database of 1,400 gles’ time in Florence, where the Center activities to bring light into win- you how to create a scene using can pick up pre-ordered farmer’s Hills Girl Scout group will be documented emails. of History and Education is located. sugar icing. April’s Sprinkles market favorites 10 a.m.-noon. there to satisfy your sweet tooth “By sharing our program, we’re ter days. If you’ve ever wanted On Feb. 23, author E. Dolores John- Go to hitchcockacademy.org to with favorites like Samoas, Tag- hoping that both organizations would to follow a musical muse HFA Anti-Gravity Cake demonstrates son, who has published essays on mixed offers in person and online piano how to use icing to decorate a find out how you can order your alongs, Thin Mints and more. race, racism and identity, will present her then benefit,” said Haveles. lessons with teacher Anne Ma- cake that seems to defy grav- favorites from Turn A Bout Farm Just because days are short, book, “Say I’m Dead.” “That way, we can cross promote con. Schedule an in-person les- ity and May’s class features a and Rocky Ridge Beef. and the thermometer reads cold Johnson, who also has a podcast, our various programs and again, hope- Family Foundations 5 is a doesn’t mean there’s nothing to grew up in Buffalo, N.Y., the daughter fully have more people in attendance.” son or online lessons (available number of techniques to create program for caregivers and chil- do. Hitchcock Academy con- of a white mother and African American Palmer Library’s Adult Services Li- Monday, Tuesday, or Friday). If a stunning Buttercream Cupcake father who married 25 years before the brarian Amy Golenski said she is excited you prefer stringed instruments, Bouquet. Let’s Cake Decorate dren from infancy through age stantly works with instructors to famous Supreme Court Loving decision for the library’s patrons to experience Linda Day Newland, a veteran of classes take place on Sunday five. Its goal is to support and offer options to its community that overturned laws against interracial both events. the Austin Symphony Orchestra, March 28, April 25, and May 16 strengthen families, promote members. Look for upcoming marriage in 1967. “I think awareness and knowl- offers online instruction in violin from 1 to 3 p.m. child development, and provide classes in yoga, tai chi, medita- In “Say I’m Dead,” Johnson tells edge of history is super important for or viola for all ages and all levels Martial arts classes with information about community tion, and fencing. her family’s story – secrets and all – and [anyone], especially right now with the in half hour increments between Sensei Izzy Lopez are available resources. Offerings are free for Hitchcock Academy fol- the transformative life they experienced times,” said Golenski. 2 and 5:30 pm on Thursdays. both in person and online. Class- families, but registration is re- lows all current COVID guide- living as a mixed-race family in a time “I think it’s important for these pro- Get rid of those winter es are held Mondays, Wednes- quired. Currently a play group lines for cleaning and social when it wasn’t accepted and, in some grams to be put on, so we’re just we’re kinks. Yoga class is online Mon- days, and Fridays 4:30-6 p.m. meets at HFA on Wednesday distancing and anyone using the states, illegal. happy to be hosting these programs for day evening with instructor Sha- Sign up to get the COVID price mornings. Check out their Face- facility must wear a mask. To learn more about Johnson, go to next month.” ron Palmer, who has a new six- of $35 per month for two weekly book page for full details. All information regarding her website at edoloresjohnson.com. You Both programs are free, though week session beginning Feb. 1. sessions. On Saturday, Jan. 30, 10 current class offerings, events, can also listen to podcast episodes there. registration is required. Register at pal- Classes begin at 7:15 p.m. If you miss the fresh taste a.m.-noon, Hitchcock Acade- and registration are available at merlibrary.org. This upcoming program is a collab- Sue Gaulin is offering cake offerings of a farmer’s market, my’s parking lot will be the place hitchcockacademy.org. orative effort with the Palmer Histori- decorating for spring: March’s remember, on the first and third to stock up on your favorite Girl Lesser, Mass. environmentalists break down ‘net-zero’ goal By Michael Harrison “In 2008 Massachusetts did coal-fired manufacturing plants – field region” that includes “the power of harnessing that $18 billion [email protected] something that was really extraor- among other practices. entire Pioneer Valley.” Lesser said and driving it back into our econo- Applying Pressure dinary – they set a legally binding “It’s been clear now for the adding insult to injury is that the my here.” Although Turnbull Henry did REGION — Mass. Senator emissions limit,” to reduce emis- last several years that an 80 percent plant would be built in an area most- Lesser said a majority of Mass. credit Baker for “parts of his leader- Eric P. Lesser’s weekly Lunchtime sions by 80% by 2050,” Turnbull greenhouse gas reduction is not ly populated by people of color. He lawmakers and many of their con- ship” on addressing climate change, Livestream last week focused on Henry said. gonna cut it,” Turnbull Henry said. chaffed at the trend to target low-in- stituents are in favor of making she and Lesser both urged residents climate and the environment. Less- “It became a model for many “We actually need to be at come communities where most res- that transition though a variety of who feel strongly about getting to er’s guest was Elizabeth Turnbull other states. Today, we have this net-zero, which means that we’re idents are non-white for that type of changes, including more strict con- net-zero to speak up. Henry, president of the Environ- amazing framework law.” putting into the atmosphere the industry and vowed to oppose it. struction standards to make homes “Get involved,” she said. mental League Massachusetts. But that was then. same amount of emissions that “The idea of putting a and commercial buildings energy “People really do have a voice Front and center in the 30-min- “As we learn more about what we’re taking out.” wood-burning plant like that in that efficient and requiring home energy in state policy-making. I would en- ute discussion was Gov. Charlie emissions is doing to the planet, it’s area is not going to fly,” he said. ratings. He also sought to head-off courage people to pick up the phone Baker’s recent veto of the climate stark,” Turnbull Henry said. Against Biomass Plant “If you take the long view that any argument that such ratings are call [Lesser] call me, make your bill, which included anti-biomass “Climate change is the exis- The two also talked about you can burn wood today then plant antithetical to a free market econo- voices heard, make a phone call to language and efforts to push beyond tential threat that faces the Com- the impact of a proposed biomass a tree and allow it grow, big picture my. the governor’s office and it really current climate goals. monwealth and the world, which plant in Springfield that could burn you could be carbon neutral, but “It’s actually a free market does tally up and helps create some The legislation Baker vetoed is why we’re pushing for off-shore 14,000 pounds of wood a day. The that has been discredited when you idea,” Lesser said, “giving [buyers] helpful pressure.” included a commitment to get wind turbines, better construction bill Baker vetoed – which Lesser consider how long it takes a tree to as much information as possible” to to “net-zero” emissions by 2050 standards, electric vehicles and that said will be reintroduced this legis- grow,” she said. “In some ways, it’s help them decide whether or not to Want To Know More? through phased reductions.That kind of thing.” lative session – also contains what worse than coal but right now bio- make a purchase. Founded in 1898, ELM has ad- would take a previous initiative Turnbull Henry said time is the senator called “Environmental mass is treated with kid gloves so A conscious effort to get to vocated for responsible climate pol- more than 10 years ago even farther running out if there’s any hope of justice for Western Massachusetts” we’re working to get that changed.” net-zero also pays off in jobs, both icy and action across the Common- – which Turnbull Henry said is nec- reversing climate change, which because it opposes the Springfield She also mentioned that Massa- Lesser and his guest said, especially wealth to help usher in new jobs and essary because of how much more many experts believe is largely the plant. chusetts already has several existing when it comes to making existing economic growth. to learn more, go dire climate change has become effect of human actions, including Lesser made the point that benefits to its energy consumption homes more efficient. to environmentalleague.org or call since then. emissions from car exhaust and emissions would blanket “a dense- that put it on the road to net-zero. “It’s going to put a lot of car- 617-742-2553. ly populated, low-income “We don’t frack, we don’t mine penters to work, and roofers to work community that has been – we have very little to gain by con- insulating attics and doing all the The video from the livestream rated by the National Asth- tinuing to combust fossil fuels,” things we need to do save money on can be accessed on Lesser’s Face- ma and Allergy Associa- Turnbull Henry said, adding that energy bills,” Lesser said. book and Twitter pages and you can tion as the worst place to “$18 billion leaves the state every “it’s a win-win.” hear it on Lesser’s podcast, avail- live with asthma.” year to buy neutral gas and oil.” Turnbull Henry agreed, saying able on iTunes, Spotify and other He also said that des- By transitioning to net-zero en- a net-zero policy would “unlock podcast platforms. ignation is for the “Spring- ergy consumption, ‘think about the new job opportunities for people.”

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