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SERVING PALMER, MONSON, BRIMFIELD, HOLLAND & WALES The Journal Register A TURLEY PUBLICATION ❙ www.turley.com June 17, 2021 ❙ Vol. CLXX, No. 20 ❙ $1.00 www.journalregister.turley.com

WORLD CLASS MONSON Pathfinder tech team makes finals in international robotics match

Turley Publications photo by Michael Harrison Monson Town Administrator Jennifer Wolowicz presents Ed Harrison with an official town shirt, one of several gifts he received during a reception to honor the long-serving selectman’s commitment to Monson. It’s the end of an era al that had a roomful of well-wish- Ed Harrison exists ers laughing. Not that it was all fun and games in town government town government during Harrison’s years of service. Clearly, though, his legacy is rooted By Michael Harrison in a desire to serve the public and Turley Publications staff photo by Jonah Snowden [email protected] Team 785A, compromised of team Captain Michaela Tourtellot, Co-captain, and Lead Programmer Ethan Griswold, Scoring Specialist McKenna Martin, respect others regardless of where Game Specialist Harrison Lavoie, Operator Hunter Skowyra, and Programmer Catalina Mudgett. someone stands in the hierarchy. MONSON — After more than “We only meet twice a month,” By Jonah Snowden Harrison Lavoie, Operator Hunter week. He also said the dedication of 40 years of service to his town, in- Harrison said of the select board be- [email protected] Skowyra, and Programmer Catali- Electronic Technology In- Team 785A is something that goes cluding more than two decades as fore the reception. na Mudgett. structor and VEX Robotics Club beyond the previous teams the a Selectman, Ed Harrison was as “The town manager and the PALMER – History was made At the World Championship, mentor Kyle Lussier said from day school has fielded in the past. humble after leaving office as he town finance director and the de- at Pathfinder Regional Vocational held remotely, the team competed one, the members of Team 785A “In all the years we’ve been was entering it. partment heads, they do most of the Technical High School when the against some 800 teams from 35 buckled down and prepared to give doing it, I’ve never seen a team as “When I first met Ed the first day-to-day work and keep the town Tech VEX Robotics Club’s Team countries with their robot Rome to it their all at each competition. dedicated and devoted as them,” thing he said was ‘we’re going running,” he said. 785A competed at the 2021 Live successfully complete all of its as- “They reached out to us im- Lussier said. to like working with you,’” for- “Yes, we have to read the re- Remote VEX Robotics World signed tasks. The team was able to mediately and said ‘we don’t want Team 785A is proud of mak- mer Monson Town Administrator ports and get to make decisions, but Championship recently and nearly win three of its four matches on the to stop dead in the water,’” Lussier ing it to World Championship and Gretchen Neggers said at a recep- there are capable people that actu- won. first day and two additional match- said. nearly claiming global supremacy. tion at Town Hall Friday to honor ally do much of the town’s business The team is comprised of es on the second. “They asked if they could “I think that it was a pretty Harrison, who did not seek another who maybe get overlooked and they team Captain Michaela Tourtellot, Although the team was defeat- come to the school, socially dis- successful year,” Griswold said. term in last week’s elections. should get the recognition they de- Co-captain, and Lead Programmer ed in the finals, the students’ ef- tanced, get the tools they need, and “We experienced a lot more, “I said, ‘I don’t think that’s serve.” Ethan Griswold, Scoring Specialist forts were acknowledged by their just dove into it headfirst on their how it works. I work for you!’” McKenna Martin, Game Specialist instructors and Pathfinder staff last own.” PATHFINDER ❙ page 5 That anecdote was one of sever- HARRISON ❙ page 6

PUBLIC SAFETY Built in ’78, has this firehouse outlived its intended purpose? By Michael Harrison tasked with serving nearly 9,000 building it has occupied since 1978 don’t even have the creature com- [email protected] people spread out over about 45 and into the 21st century. Monson firefighter forts you’d find in the average auto square miles. By any objective measure, the Tom Joyce can’t really dealership. A single room serves as Editor’s note: This is the first in “We’re fortunate that everyone current situation is untenable. stretch out on the a kitchen and dining space, a work a periodic series on the needs of the has been supportive of our depart- Cracks are visible all around tiny bed in one of the area, and a place where depart- Monson Fire Department. ment over the years,” Harris said. the station house exterior as well small rooms avail- ment members can take a breather MONSON — Brian Harris “When you’re that young, you as inside. The building has long able for firefighters to or socialize. They don’t even have can’t say enough about how sup- don’t recognize how supportive the suffered from water damage, lacks grab some rest when a couch or even one recliner. Only portive the town has been to the town is, but as I’ve grown with the modern facilities and it’s just plain needed. donated, second-hand hardback Monson Fire Department. department and changed roles and cramped. Everything from simple chairs. He’s been with the department responsibilities and seeing the big- record keeping to maintaining the When a call comes in, fire- since his senior year of high school ger picture, you find out how much ill-housed internet and phone lines fighters grab their gear from a rack in 1994 and became a career mem- funding is behind it. And the town takes considerably more time and squeezed between trucks and barely ber in 2006. It’s not until fairly has been very supportive and that’s effort than it should and the public’s have elbow room while putting it recently that Harris, who became great.” investment in vital equipment loses on. The gear itself reeks of the ex- chief a little over a year ago, began He’s counting on that support value daily because a lack of garage haust fumes it’s exposed to in a ga- to fully appreciate how deep that to continue when the time comes space means those trucks and oth- rage so tightly packed that average support runs when considering the next year for the public to decide if er vehicles are exposed to the ele- sized adults have to walk sideways expense of funding a profession- the Monson Fire Department will ments. al department with 35 employees be able to make the leap out of the Firefighters and other personnel FIREHOUSE ❙ page 6 Turley Publications staff photo by Michael Harrison

SCHOOLS GOVERNMENT Billie Jean Rubio past year or two that you disagree Brimfield with? Please explain. Tantasqua Class of 2021 held together Age:36 Excelled all year despite Occupation: Real Estate Agent Rubio: Nothing stands out to me voters go Education: Graduate of Tanta- here. The board in my opinion has pandemic squa Regional High 2003 been mostly successful in gathering Prior public offices information and making to the polls informed decisions for the By Eileen Kennedy held: None town. Staff writer June 21 Q: What do you feel Q: Like neighboring STURBRIDGE – Two hundred is the No. 1 issue facing BRIMFIELD — There towns, Brimfield is large- eighty Tantasqua Regional High Brimfield residents and are four candidates in next ly a “bedroom communi- School students graduated Satur- what would you like to do week’s race for two open ty” and rural with con- day, and celebrated all they’ve done to address it? seats on the Select Board. In siderable open space. Are despite more than a year of ups and addition to incumbent Caro- you satisfied with that downs due to COVID-19. Rubio: It has become lyn Haley, challengers Mar- status quo, or would you “The Class of 2021 is a very apparent that there may be tin Kelly, Pat Leaming, and like the town to encour- special class in the alumni of Tan- several smaller scale issues, Billie Jean Petrie Rubio are age more development? If tasqua,” said School Committee candidates for the five-mem- rather than just one outstand- ing issue. I believe that if I had to you want to see more development, HALLOWEEN ❙ page 12 ber board. The two top what would you like to see - resi- vote-getters will serve three- pick one as my biggest focal point, it would be the town budget. dential, commercial/retail? A mix year terms. of both? If no, why do you think Turley Publications staff photos by Eileen Kennedy Here’s a Q&A we con- it’s best to leave things as they are? Students stand as they wait for the rest of their fellow seniors to take their ducted by email with some of Q: Are there any decisions the current select board made in the places. the candidates: ELECTION ❙ page 5 PAGE 2 June 17, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

MONSON ELECTIONS Oney elected to Select Board; More milestones: Libraries emerging from pandemic lockdown Morgan wins School Committee seat By Jonah Snowden [email protected]

BRIMFIELD/WALES – For the first time in a year, patrons can feel free to stop into their local li- braries. Director of the Brimfield Public Library Rebec- ca Wells said the library reopened on May 29 and as of now, the historical research and genealogy research sections in the Sherman Room is the only limited area and are appointment only. Overall, there is no capacity limit at the library. That’s a milestone during a pandemic year that almost daily shows signs of receding in this area. “Since the day we closed our doors in March of 2020, I have been looking forward to reopening safely,” Wells said. Turley Publications photo by Michael Harrison Patricia Oney Alison Morgan Emily Graves-Harrison “Once vaccines became readily available and The Wales Public Library, as well as Brimfield’s is now By Michael Harrison Graves-Harrison said the school of Appeals, as town counsel, and on members of our community and staff were fully vac- open for the first time in a year. [email protected] committee’s priority should be “to the Monson Housing Authority. She cinated, we knew that we could safely reopen to the keep up with the guidance put forth also was assistant general counsel public.” MONSON — The Year of the by (state education officials) in or- for the Mass. Dept of Developmental The library continues to offer curbside pickup Woman continues. der to ensure everyone returns to Services, among other public roles. and deliveries for patrons. Wells said patrons can Weeks after Town Meeting ap- the buildings safely and prioritizing Prior to the election, she said, “One call or email the library to order books and other me- proved a change in the name of Mon- all the needs of the children and our major concern is making sure that dia, though patience is appreciated. son’s elected body from the Board community.” there is open and effective commu- “It may take up to three business days for pick- of the of Selectman to Select Board, two Among the lessons learned nication between town officials, resi- ups and deliveries to be scheduled,” Wells said. women were elected to office in town during the past year while trying to dents, and business owners. We need A schedule of hybrid programs is available this after the June 8 election. steer the school community through to encourage sharing ideas and talk summer and fall. Patricia Oney was elected to the pandemic, Graves-Harrison said frankly about the problems that we “Some will be in person and others via Zoom,” the Select Board and Alison Morgan preparedness and accessibility are at face, and how best to address them.” Wells said. won a seat on the School Commit- the top of the list. Monson’s newest selectwoman “The summer schedule is not finalized yet but tee. Morgan joins incumbent Emily “Always open-minded, do your said she’s looking forward to return- will be soon. We will be offering a summer reading Graves-Harrison, who was reelected. homework before your meetings, and ing to in-person meetings and facil- program as well. Things to look forward to include Both Oney and Morgan succeed men be ready to have thoughtful, respect- itating communication not just with Maggie the Clown, tie-dye T-shirts, story hours, an who held those offices. ful conversations as a committee,” residents, but with the town’s state outdoor music class, tween cooking classes and pas- Morgan, 38, a special education she said. representatives as well. tel painting with Greg Maichack.” supervisor and speech-language pa- “Being approachable to all com- “These virtual meetings frankly, thologist, grew up in Palmer and is mittee and community members has leave something to be desired. I think To learn more about the Brimfield Public Li- the mother of two students who at- been very insightful and something I it’s important for us to get ideas from brary, call 413-245-3518, send, an email to brim- tend Granite Valley School. She said value greatly.” people in town. I know people care [email protected], or visit their web- one of her goals is a policy to offer Also running for School Com- and have ideas and I would like them site, brimfieldpubliclibrary.com. free school meals to all students to mittee were incumbent Chair Jeff to share those with us rather than air help ensure “readiness and availabil- Lord and Gennie Bailey. Jackie them out on social media. That’s a Wales open, cautious ity for learning” for all students, par- Watts Jr., who was appointed earlier starting point.” Wales Public Library Director Nancy Baer ticularly those who face food inse- this year to fill a vacated seat, ran un- On reaching out to Monson’s said as of now, there may not be any summer pro- curity even if their households don’t opposed to serve the remaining year representatives in the state legisla- grams because she’d like remain cautious until the qualify under current guidelines for on that term. Graves-Harrison was ture, Oney said, “I think they com- COVID-19 pandemic is officially over, but the li- free meals at school. the top vote-getter in the contested municate well with what’s going on brary is open for in-person use. “I am so unbelievably happy and race with 636. Morgan was second in Boston, but we need to communi- “If the virus picks up again, I suspect I’ll have to honored that I am able to serve on with 590, followed by Lord (472) cate with them about what’s going on shut down,” Baer said. She said there is no capacity the school committee,” Morgan said and Bailey (425). Watts received 814 in town, especially with the problem limit in the library and if patrons feel comfortable Tuesday night. votes. with bridges in town – it’s the same wearing face masks, that is encouraged while the “I am humbled by the outpour- problem in Palmer. And rather than pandemic remains a threat. ing of community support through- Select board sitting on these bridges something On its Facebook page, the library is also pro- out my campaign and for those who “I give my sincere thanks to the has to be done or else we are going viding a list of books to help students with their came out to vote today. I’m excited people who supported my candida- to get landlocked unless you’re going summer reading, and updates on what the library has MILEY to get started and be a voice for our cy.,” Oney said. through Connecticut.” planned. Although there are no scheduled programs students and parents of Monson. I “I’d like to congratulate all of Reflecting on what has often now, Baer is still looking forward to seeing patrons This is Miley, 12, a yellow Lab. “She loves her think after the year we had, voters the new town officials and thank all been an emotional and politically stop by for books and other media. were more involved than ever before of the candidates for giving the vot- charged year, Oney wants everyone dog cookies and swimming in the pool during the “We haven’t stopped purchasing new materi- summer!” Lauren, of Palmer, says. to connect with candidates, consid- ers the opportunity to express them- to treat one another as they want to als,” Baer said. er their qualifications and ideas or selves. I would like to encourage be treated. Which animals make your life special? We “It’ll be nice to see our visitor numbers not be in feature your pets every week here and on Facebook. stance on many topics. I am happy anyone with an interest to participate “We just need to be more civil the single digits.” the community was able to get to in town government, even if that just when we talk to each other,” she said. All animals welcome! Is there a pet you’re fostering Should a patron not find what they are looking and trying to re-home? Email a high-resolution jpg know me and see how my qualifica- means sharing your ideas and opin- Oney, a Monson resident since for, Baer said the staff will see if they can order the tions and ideas will allow me to ad- ions. It’s incumbent on all of us to 1983, succeeds longtime incumbent of your pet with a little information to mharrison@ book or movie someone is looking for. turley.com. vocate for the students and parents of work together in a civil and respect- Ed Harrison, who declined to seek “We will do our level best to get it for them,” our town. I hope I serve them well!” ful manner. Let’s keep an open mind, reelection. She led the field of three she said. “Being raised in Monson, I have recognize that we have more in com- with 570 votes. Jessica L. Allen “Through Interlibrary Loan, we have access to strong pride for our town and have mon than not, and remember that we came in second with 405 votes and materials in other libraries.” the pleasure of raising my daughters all want to work for the betterment Karen Nothe-Valley was third with For library hours and to remain updated with the here as well,” Graves-Harrison said. of Monson.” 258. Approximately 20% of eligible Wales Public Library, call 413-245-9072, visit town- “I am humbled and honored to Oney, 64, a retired attorney, voters cast ballots. ofwales.net/library or visit their Facebook page. have the ability to serve my commu- is no stranger to town government nity again.” having served on the Zoning Board

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The Journal Register Obituary Policy New school HONORING HEROS Turley Publications offers two types of committee chair obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing hopes to keep the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $100, public engaged which allows families to publish extended death By Michael Harrison notice information of their own choice and may [email protected] include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a MONSON — Not only does Monson’s School Com- funeral home to: [email protected]. mittee have a new member, but a new leader as well. When incumbent and commit- Exceptions will be made only when the family tee Chair Jeff Lord finished third in provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. the four-candidate race to fill two open seats last week, it left the door open for Colleen Flynn, who is in the middle of her first term, to as- Public invited to hearing cend to the leadership role. She was nominated by Katheryn Peterson to on Hryniewicz Park succeed Lord and the motion was approved during the committee’s PALMER — The Palmer Community Develop- reorganization meeting. ment Department will conduct a public hearing oat “I was surprised but extremely Colleen Flynn 6 p.m. June 30 in the meeting room of the Town Ad- gratified,” Flynn, whose own term ministration Building, 4417 Main Street, Palmer to get expires next year said. Courtesy photo feedback on the design of Hryniewicz Park in Three “I’m thrilled by the opportunity. Three out of five THREE RIVERS — On Memorial Day, an AmVets Post 74 Honor Guard remembered U.S. service members who Rivers. members only know me remotely and you never know gave their lives for their country in ceremonies held at St. Ann Cemetery and Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery in The design process has been funded by the fis- what kind of impression you make on people. With me, I Bondsville. cal year ’20 Massachusetts Community Development hope they see enthusiasm and integrity.” Block Grant Program funded by the Massachusetts Flynn, a restaurant management professional, said Department of Housing and Community Development her style might differ from Lord’s but she credits his lead- through the use of federal funds under the Housing & ership and experience after serving multiple terms. Flynn Colby Academy dancer wins Community Development Act of 1974. said Lord should be especially appreciated for his role in All interested persons, groups, and agencies are steering the committee through the unprecedented pan- invited to attend and participate. Any person or orga- demic during the past year. triple crown, berth at Nationals nization so wishing will be afforded the opportunity to “It’s a big transition,” Flynn said of succeeding Lord. THREE RIVERS — all scores and placings until be heard. Additional information can be obtained by “His loss is going to be huge for the district. Wheth- After the Covid-19 pan- they were lived streamed, contacting the Palmer Community Development De- er you agreed with him or not, he was a a very effec- demic hit and the world which caused even more partment at 4417 Main Street in person, by mail, by tive leader. Losing somebody who has been in that posi- started to close down, anxiety than ever waiting to calling 413-283-2614 or emailing msmith@townof- tion for a cumulative 20 years is significant. I definitely Jillieann Gula, 11, of Three find out the results. palmer.com. learned from him and he was a great mentor. I got to see Rivers, wondered what This year, for her solo, Anyone requiring special accommodations should how he ran meetings and interacted with the superinten- would lay ahead of her in Jillieann did better then any- contact the Palmer Community Development Depart- dent and the public. At the end of the day we are both ser- the uncertain future. one could have hoped for. ment at least one week prior to the public hearing. vant leaders. Things change though and change is never In what was expect- Along with many overall a bad thing.” ed to be a big competition high scores, platinums and Looking ahead to the next school year, Flynn said season for her, Jillieann was an invitation to Nationals, the committee’s work is still dependent on whatever completely devastated, like Jillieann won three titles, Holland Library now fully course the pandemic, which seems to be receding but is many others, when her 2020 earning her triple crown sta- still part of life, takes. dance competition season tus. The titles she won were re-opened to the public “Much of what the fall looks like depends on what- and year came to an abrupt Miss Junior That’s Enter- ever guidance we get from the state,” Flynn said. halt. She went from train- tainment, Muss Junior Step The Holland Public Library, 23 Sturbridge Road “Wearing masks, what ages are recommended for ing multiple days and hours Up 2 Dance, and Miss Ju- fully re-opened to the public as of June 1. The hours of vaccines – all of what can change comes form the state. a week to doing a weekly nior Elite Dance. operation are: We don’t know what September looks like yet but (Su- Zoom class for her dances. While at the studio, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: 3-8 p.m. perintendent) Cheryl (Clarke) and I – like everyone else – She was very thankful for Jillieann exemplifies hard Thursdays: Noon-5 p.m. are thrilled at the prospect of returning to a pre-pandemic the zoom classes and the work, dedication and work- Fridays: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. state. It is really our job now to look back and find the virtual interactions with her ing as a dance team member. Saturdays: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. lessons from the past year of upheaval.” friends but she missed be- She takes as many classes as Programming coming this summer, includes the Although the past year has been tumultuous and ing in the studio, in person, she can and helps wherever Tails and Tales Children’s Summer Reading Program. fraught with emotional decisions over school closings with her dance family. she is needed whether that Students, the Holland Library has your summer read- and reopening and debates over remote and hybrid learn- To pass the time during be at the front desk, greet- ing while COVID-19 cases spiked, Flynn said she can see Courtesy photo ing titles for Tantasqua High School and Middle School quarantine, she started to Jillieann Gula of Three Rivers won ing everyone and bringing silver linings. available for check out. Just ask at the desk. find some new hobbies, includ- three dance titles and an invitation the younger students to class and “I think a big win for us this year has been the level Community Book Club: The book club will meet ing gardening and having virtual to Nationals. being a friend and mentor to the online via Zoom. Copies of the monthly book selection, of community engagement,” she said. sleepovers with her friends. younger dancers, helping around in a variety of formats, are available for curbside check- Often, hundreds of people would log unto the com- As the world slowly started Her dancing far surpassed where the studio and going where she is out at the Holland Public Library. mittee’s meetings held on Zoom and take the opportunity to open back up again, she eager- she was before quarantine, cata- needed. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us04web.zoom.us/ to share their thoughts. ly returned to in-person dance last pulting her from a little girl who Jillieann said she is already j/73692143025?pwd=c1F4blBMdm1yY2pLZjhBZkp- “With communication coming from schools and the August. Of course, now there were loved dance into a dancer and en- looking forward to the next dance BRXpZUT09 superintendent and having such great attendance at meet- new “normals” to follow such as tertainer. competition season and hopes to Meeting ID: 736 9214 3025; Passcode: p95795 ings, the level of public participation was awesome,” she wearing face masks, temperature The 2021 dance competition win even more titles. As the year For updates and more information, call the library said. checks, and socially distanced season was different from previ- comes to a close, she is now get- at 413-245-3163 and visit the library on Facebook. “I think sheer transparency is what’s most important. classes. The dance studio she at- ous years. Masks needed to be ting excited to have a recital this That’s probably what’s at the forefront of my mind. We tends, Colby Academy of Dance year in which she will receive her want people to look at our leaders and know they can worn, social distancing needed to located in Three Rivers, worked be practiced, audience members nine-year achievement award from trust them to make the right decisions and know they will extra hard and diligently to make Colby Academy of Dance. Corrections be heard. There’s no room for egos. A personal goal for were extremely limited and danc- sure all of the proper steps and ers did not find out their final over- The Journal Register will gladly correct factual errors that appear me is facilitating those great discussions. I’m not a per- precautions were in place to keep in this paper. Corrections or clarifications will always appear on Page son who is scared of making tough calls or being unpop- everyone healthy and 2 or 3. To request a correction, send information to Editor at mharri- ular. The question is, how do we take this fantastic group classes running. [email protected], or call 283-8393, extension 236. Corrections may also of people – the public is well represented in this group of Once back to be requested in writing at: Journal Register, Attn: Editor 24 Water St., five (committee members) – and at the end of the day do classes, Jillieann Palmer, MA, 01069. what’s best for the kids.” worked even harder Flynn said she looks forward to helping each mem- then before to make Top Floor Learning, a privately funded ber leverage her or his strength – the committee’s com- up for the time she non-profit corporation, has been helping DEADLINE position is now four women and one man – while leaving missed, taking extra others help themselves for 35 years with space for everyone to be heard. classes when she was “I want everyone to to feel empowered to express its Adult Basic Education programs. The Journal Register has changed its firm deadline able and dancing even What makes Top Floor Learning for public submissions to Mondays. 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It is time to bring gov- election campaigns by writing letters erning experience back to the Board of Selectmen. to the editor for publication on these for the I was a Selectman for three years while Martin pages. Letters of up to 250 words from was the Chairman. I also worked with him while he local residents endorsing candidates was a Selectman, and I was on the Elementary School on the ballot or discussing campaign American flag issues should be sent to The Journal Committee, Tantasqua School Committee and Planning Register, care of Turley Publications, By John Grimaldi Board. Guest columnist 24 Water St., Palmer, MA 01069, When we were selectmen, we worked to bring faxed to 413-289-1977 or emailed practices that are common in business to town govern- to [email protected]. Please in- WASHINGTON, D.C. – It is said that Happy ment. We developed a personnel policy, introduced clude a daytime telephone number the flag of the United States was designed by formal performance reviews, and instituted long range for verification purposes (it will not be Betsy Ross, a seamstress who lived in Phila- Fathers planning. In addition, we worked to develop relation- printed). Letters must be received by delphia during the American Revolution. But, ships with members of state government and neighbor- noon Monday to be considered for that according to PBS, “some historians believe Day! ing communities. Thursday’s newspaper. No attack let- it was designed by New Jersey Congressman Martin has a genuine commitment to town gov- ters will be printed. No letters written Francis Hopkinson and sewn by Philadelphia ernment and a passion for following the rule of law. by candidates supporting their own candidacy will be printed. If the vol- seamstress Betsy Ross.” Martin understands that it is the responsibility of town ume of letters received is larger than Whether it was Betsy Ross or Congress- officers to abide by local bylaws, state laws, and federal the space available in the newspaper, man Hopkins who designed the original Stars regulations. He does not make up his own rules for or if the letters become repetitive, the and Stripes, the Continental Congress, on each situation. newspaper reserves the right to print June 14, 1777, adopted a resolution declaring I ask that Brimfield residents consider joining me a representative sample. No endorse- Observations here and there in voting for Martin Kelly for Selectman. ment letters will be printed in the last that “the flag of the United States be thirteen t was fun to take a mini-vacation this I visited a couple of great nurseries on alternate stripes red and white...the Union be Sincerely, edition before the election. past week! However, I have to admit Cape Cod. The hydrangeas they sell there For more information, call editor thirteen stars, white in a blue field, represent- Mark T. Denning Ithat was weird to leave a newly-in- are amazing, and it was oh, so tempting Brimfield Michael Harrison at 413-283-8393. ing a new Constellation.” And so, it came to stalled garden and a hen sitting on eggs in to bring one home. Unfortunately, I had Campaign news be that our Grand Old Flag became the offi- the care of my trusty house-sitter, especial- just bought one a month ago that was ad- As part of its election coverage, cial emblem of the U.S. based on the Conti- ly with the mercury soaring the way it did. vertised to be good and hardy, but not the the newspaper plans to print stories nental Army’s banner. It was carried into bat- I came home to a garden that looked great blue I had wanted. More of a purple-blue. GUEST COLUMN about contested races for Congress, tle for the first time September 11, 1777, in and no chicks, yet… It was neat to come home and state Senate, state House, district at- torney and Governor’s Council during the Revolutionary War battle of Brandywine. Here are some observations IN THE see that the advice I had given “Here’s another, somewhat obscure, from both during and after my others for many years actually Reflecting on, finding the weeks leading up to the election, GARDEN as well as a question-and-answer piece of the Flag’s history,” says Rebecca We- vacation. worked. By adding sulfur to the voters guide. In order to ensure fair- ber, CEO of the Association of Mature Amer- The vacation house had a edges of the planting hole my inspiration from, the ness to all candidates, no political ican Citizens. “The first observance of June major bunny problem. The own- new hydrangea is turning a love- press releases will be printed, nor 14th, Flag Day, was organized in 1885 by a er installed a number of native ly shade of blue. Yay! I am hon- will reporters cover political rallies or 19-year-old schoolteacher from Waubeka, plants to encourage pollinators esty amazed at how quickly the pearl process fundraisers. and the rabbits seem to find most changeover took place. If you’d Candidates who wish to further Wisconsin, Bernard J. Cigrand. It was not an A pearl is the month of June’s gemstone. official celebration, but it was the first known palatable. A small fence was rather a pink toned hydrangea, publicize their candidacy, beliefs and installed around the perennials raise the pH of the soil by sprin- Its appealing, luminous, soft sheen glow is both events may contact advertising, 413- ceremony in honor of our nation’s ensign, Roberta McQuaid classic and contemporary. The pearl’s origin can be 283-8393 about paid advertising in according to Cigrand’s biographer historian off the porch, but the new blue- Columnist kling a couple of cups of dolo- berries and serviceberry have mitic lime around the base of natural from salt water in an ocean, or cultured from The Journal Register. James L. Brown in his book, “The Real Ber- been clear cut of anything rabbit the plant once or twice through- farming in fresh water. It’s the only nard J. Cigrand: The Father of Flag Day.” height or less. Most of the shrubs in the out the growing season. A higher pH will gemstone created from a living Cigrand was passionate about the Amer- GUEST mixed border have an umbrella-like ap- prevent aluminum from being drawn up creature: most often in an oyster, columnist ican flag. He is said to have delivered more pearance, with woody stems down low and by the plant; aluminum has a bluing ef- less common within a mussel, and, than 2,000 speeches during his quest for an growth at the top only. fect on the flowers of this particular type rarely, within a clam. Letters to official, national day for the observance of I recommended switching up the re- of hydrangea (H. macrophylla). Likewise, What’s so mysteriously intrigu- Flag Day. It took him three decades of ef- pellents to keep the bunnies away, and hydrangeas absorb more aluminum from ing about the pearl’s process? When the editor fort and in 1916 President Woodrow Wilson this comes from personal experience. At acidic soil, so to make pink hydrangeas an inside injury occurs, and an un- proclaimed June 14 for the observance. Like- the old house I never had a problem with blue, do as I did and add sulfur to the soil familiar object enters into the hard- policy wise, President Calvin Coolidge issued his rabbits in my garden until after the dog around hydrangeas in the spring. shelled oyster’s soft, greyish-white Joan E. B. own proclamation in 1927. However, it would died. It would be safe to assume that “the Another thing I came home to was tissue, over time, through a mirac- Coombs Letters to the editor take Congress another 33 years to declare it marking of his territory” had something to sad peppers. You don’t have to be a pepper ulous protective process, a pearl is should be 250 words or a national day of remembrance, not quite a do with my good fortune. Outside of dog psychologist to make an assessment as to produced. less in length, and guest national holiday, which President Harry Tru- urine, there are lots of other deterrents why. First, they were planted during unsea- Oysters have dark, dull, rough-edged surfaces. Be- columns between 500- man signed into law on Aug. 3, 1949. out there that folks swear by. One is dried sonably warm mid-May weather, only to cause of its lackluster appearance, oyster shells aren’t 800 words. No unsigned “Today, more than ever, it is important blood. The smell signals danger. To be ef- have temperatures plummet into the high usually a seashell collector’s first choice. Yet, when or anonymous opinions opening an oyster’s shell, one of nature’s most irides- for patriotic Americans to show appropri- fective it must be reapplied each week as 30s at night. Then, no less than a week lat- will be published. We well as after it rains. You can either sprin- er, we have August-like temperatures and a cent interiors is brilliantly displayed. If ever an “under require that the person ate reverence for the flag. We live in an era the sea rainbow” exists, it’s found inside the oyster. of unheard of, unexpected disdain for the kle a narrow band around the perimeter of drought. So why are the pepper plants pale submitting the opinion Another surprising fact: the oyster has similarities also include his or her American way of life, particularly among the the border or place containers of it in the and pathetic? Probably all of the above and garden. Dried blood is a nitrogen fertilizer then some. I will likely give them some to humans, such as a mouth, stomach, heart, intestines, town of residence and younger generations. There are those who gills (lungs,) etc. Could there be life lessons from ob- home telephone number. would see our democracy replaced by social- and is available at most garden centers. It fish and seaweed emulsion and hope that will burn sensitive plants if applied direct- they can transition to healthy plants as the serving the oyster, its appearance and its attributes? Are We must confirm author- ism, even communism, among those who do ly on top of them, so sprinkle it a few inch- temperatures and moisture moderate. Let’s there some applications we can apply? ship prior to publication. not know of what they speak. Thus, it is im- es away from the base. Along the same line hope they do, anyway! Within other rough-shelled situations or person- We reserve the right portant to show them the ‘whys’ and ‘hows’ would be ammonia sprays. Roberta McQuaid graduated from the alities, perhaps there is an unmistakable beauty deep to edit or withhold any and the reasons we take the time to reflect on I have also heard of different home Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the within? Maybe word wounds or an unexpected injury submissions deemed to and respect Old Glory on June 14,” Weber brews that you may or may not want to University of Massachusetts. For the last happens and then, eventually, over years, healing takes be libelous, unsubstanti- said. whip up in your blender. One consists of 28 years, she has held the position of staff place and unimaginable beauty results. In both circum- ated allegations, personal What better place to learn the dos and garlic, hot peppers and marigold leaves; horticulturalist at Old Sturbridge Village. stances, the revealing and the restorative processes can attacks, or defamation of don’ts of the American flag than at the Amer- maybe this combination would work better She enjoys growing food as well as flow- produce persons of incredible value with a living luster character. ican Legion website? Here are a few interest- than the other tactics already tried. Again, ers. Have a question for her? Email it to of poise and purpose. Please send opinions to: ing observations: these would need to be replenished peri- [email protected] with “Gardening Life happens. The Journal Register The flag code is The American Legion odically and switched on occasion to keep Question” in the subject line. There are times when we may feel completely submerged, well below “see” level. Being isolated or Letter to the Editor flag code. the scent new and dangerous. 24 Water St., On Flag Day, June 14, 1923, The Amer- overworked throughout COVID-19’s perils and losses, certainly created chaos in multiple, unexpected ways. Palmer MA 01069, ican Legion and representatives of 68 other or by e-mail to: patriotic, fraternal, civic and military orga- HISTORY MATTERS Healing takes time. Yet, amid adversity, over weeks, months, and even years, courageous growth can emerge [email protected] nizations met in Washington, D.C. for the shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded as recovered lives that are “pearls of priceless worth.” History Matters is a biweekly The submission deadline purpose of drafting a code of flag etiquette. from participation in, be denied the ben- Often “humorous gems” refresh our strength and The 77th Congress adopted this codification feature courtesy of The efits of, or be subjected to discrimination renew our spirit. Years ago, Snoopy, the adorable beagle for consideration is Monday at noon. of rules as public law on June 22, 1942. It is Grateful American Book Prize, under any education program or activity cartoon character created by Charles Schultz, while sit- Title 4, United States Code Chapter 1. receiving Federal financial assistance.” ting atop his red doghouse, typed wisdom words on his A flag that has been used to cover a cas- which is given to children’s As obvious as it sounds, this only became manual typewriter: “I somehow survived another day… ket cannot be used for any other proper dis- books that emphasize the a law of the land on June 23, 1972, with and I’ll have to do it all over again tomorrow.” And, The play purpose. That is not so: A flag that has the rather bland moniker of Title IX. aptly, the woofer advises, “Don’t let anyone dull your Journal Register been used to cover a casket can be used for importance of American According to History.com, the rea- sparkle.” any proper display purpose to include dis- son Title IX was enacted was, until its Let’s consider having June’s gemstone, the pearl, The Journal Register (USPS history. 418-940) is published every playing this flag from a staff or flagpole. passage: “few opportunities existed for inspire our lives. May we reflect on its amazing course Thursday by Turley Publications, A flag must be destroyed when it touch- female athletes. The National Collegiate of injury-origin and the valuable healing-process re- Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. es the ground. This is not so as long as the June 16 to June 30 Athletic Association [NCAA], which sults: a unique, one-of-a-kind treasure with the luster 01069. Telephone (413) 283- By John Grimaldi and was created in 1906 to format and en- and glow of a classic and contemporary purpose. 8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. flag remains suitable for display, the flag may POSTMASTER: Send David Bruce Smith force rules in men’s football but had be- continue to be displayed as a symbol of our Guest columnists address changes to The Journal great country. come the ruling body of college athlet- Register, 24 Water St., Palmer, There has been a change to the Flag Code ics, offered no athletic scholarships for Mass. 01069. Women in space women and held no championships for that no longer requires the flag to be proper- NASA might have been conceived PATRICK H. TURLEY ly illuminated during the hours of darkness. women’s teams. Furthermore, facilities, Rutledge and his family had ties to England. His CEO in 1958, but America’s astronaut corps supplies and funding were lacking. As This not true, there has been no change to did not accept women until twenty years brother, John, studied law at Middle Temple Universi- KEITH TURLEY Flag Code section 6(a), which states: “It is a result, in 1972 there were just 30,000 ty in London, and Edward Rutledge was a practicing President later; in 1978, six out of 3,000 distaff ap- women participating in NCAA sports, as the universal custom to display the flag only lawyer in Charleston, South Carolina, who had been EDITOR plicants were finally chosen. Dr. Sally K. opposed to 170,000 men.” from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on admitted to the bar after studying at Oxford University Michael Harrison Ride was one of them; to the “suits” she Eventually, the legislation evened [email protected] stationary flag staffs in the open. However, had a positively perfect profile: a bache- and Middle Temple. out the opportunities; in 1972, less than As History.com reports: “Neither Rutledge brother STAFF WRITER when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag lors; a masters; and a doctorate--in phys- 300,000 high school girls were engaged was eager to sever ties with Great Britain, but it fell to Jonah Snowden may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly ics--from Stanford University. in sports; now, there are more than 2.6 [email protected] Ride had been pursuing a career as Edward to sign the Declaration of Independence and illuminated during the hours of darkness.” million. create the appearance of unanimity to strengthen the ADVERTISING SALES The Flag Code states that when the flag a professional tennis player, according to The Grateful American Book Prize Call 413.283.8393 History.com, when she “answered a 1977 Patriots’ stand. At age 26, Edward Rutledge was the is no longer a fitting emblem for display it is recommends “Women in Sports: 50 Fear- youngest American to literally risk his neck by signing to be disposed of by burning in private. This newspaper ad from NASA calling for less Athletes Who Played to Win” by Ra- SPORTS EDITOR the document.” Greg Scibelli is not true, the Flag Code as revised and ad- young tech-savvy scientists who could chel Ignotofsky. work as mission specialists.” The Grateful American Book Prize recommends [email protected] opted by the Congress of the United States American independence “Revolutionaries: A new history of the invention of In six subsequent years, Ride had SOCIAL MEDIA in 1942 has never included the word(s) “pri- When there is talk about America’s America” by Jack Rakove. vate” or “in privacy.” Section 8(k) of the Flag a myriad of NASA jobs; then, on June decision to declare its independence 18,1983, she went on the of adventure of Code states: “The flag, when it is in such a from Great Britain, it is easy to assume @ Journal Register her life as a member of the Challenger the Continental Congress endorsed the condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem crew—and became the first American WEB idea, unanimously. www.journalregister.turley.com for display, should be destroyed in a dignified woman to travel in space. Our advertisers make this way, preferably by burning.” Since 1937, The But some representatives were not She was 32. enthusiastic. American Legion has promoted the use of a For more information about Ride publication possible. public flag disposal ceremony. This ceremo- On June 28, 1776, Edward Rutledge and her legacy, the Grateful American of South Carolina wrote John Jay—the ny is a fitting tribute and an overt expression Book Prize recommends “Women in Let them know you saw of patriotism, which enhances the public’s future Chief Justice-- from New York, www.turley.com Space: 23 Stories of First Flights, Scien- about his doubts and trepidations, even Turley Publications, Inc. cannot understanding of honor and respect due the their ad in the tific Missions, and Gravity-Breaking Ad- though he concluded that his like-minded assume liability for the loss of American flag. ventures,” byKaren Bush Gibson. photographs or other materials colleagues might not be able to effective- Journal Register submitted for publication. Title IX ly oppose it. Materials will not be returned “No person in the United States except upon specific request when submitted. June 17, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 5

ELECTION ❙ from page 1 Martin J. Kelly Carolyn M. Haley Age: 68 Rubio: I, along Occupation: Telecommunica- Age: No response with many residents I’ve tions Director Occupation: Real Estate Broker spoken with, love this Education: MBA, Master’s Education: Hope College, Holland, town for what it is. A Certificate in Project Management, MI, Bay Path College, small community, with Bachelor’s Degree in Management Longmeadow, MA, helpful neighbors, and and Marketing, Management Studies STCC most of the town offer- at Northeastern University. Graduated Offices/pub- ing privacy at people’s Magna Cum Laude, National Honor lic service: Central homes. I do believe there Society. Mass Health Systems may need to be some Prior public offices held: Brim- Agency – consumer growth, small, locally field Selectman 1988-1993, 94, 1996- member, resulted in owned business, giving 2002. Telecom Director City of Springfield 2006-current. a settled physician Brimfield a bit of revival, in Brimfield; EMT/ without sacrificing the Q: What do you feel is the No. 1 issue facing Brim- Firefighter ~ Brim- quietness of the town. field residents and what would you like to do to address field FD; Assessor it? – currently in fourth Q: If you could term; Historical Commission – 1994-2017 change one thing about Kelly: Financial responsibility, curb out of control resulted in Historic Survey, published w/ spending and align our needs with our ability to pay for Massachusetts Historical Commission the town, what would Team 758A’s robot, named “Rome.” that be? them. with PVPC Consultant; QVCDC/ BAC Brimfield representa- Rubio: It seems on- Q: Are there any decisions the current select board tive since 1995 line there is never ending made in the past year or two that you disagree with? Selectboard – current nominee for division. Finding a way Please explain. re-election to bring people together towards a common goal, Kelly: The move to change previously elected boards Q: What do you feel is the No. 1 is- by transparency and ed- and positions such as Treasurer, Tax Collector and Board sue facing Brimfield residents and what ucation of the matters of health to appointed by the Selectboard. Way too much would you like to do to address it? being discussed is one power in the hands of too few. Soon we will be told that of my goals if elect- supervision of all these boards and committees is too Haley: Town owned building mainte- ed. This town is full of much work for a part time Board of Selectmen and that we nance is a priority. We need to respond to people who would bend need a Town Administrator at $100,000 a year. We cannot the needs while appreciating the architec- over backwards for one afford this. ture and treasuring the history. another, and that’s not the environment that the Q: Like neighboring towns, Brimfield is largely a Q: Like neighboring towns, Brim- online forums reflect. “bedroom community” and rural with considerable field is largely a “bedroom community” open space. Are you satisfied with that status quo, and rural with considerable open space. Q: What book(s) or would you like the town to encourage more devel- Are you satisfied with that status quo, are you reading now, or opment? If you want to see more development, what or would you like the town to encourage last book read? would you like to see - residential, commercial/retail? more development? If you want to see A mix of both? If no, why do you think it’s best to leave more development, what would you like Rubio: Rereading things as they are? to see - residential, commercial/retail? “1984” by George Or- A mix of both? If no, why do you think well. Kelly: Brimfield is very fortunate that we have the it’s best to leave things as they are? world famous Antique Show, of which I am one of the Talk about yourself owners. It operates three weeks a year and puts a signif- Haley: Growth is an issue that must Team 785A’s Operator Hunter Skowyra puts the team’s robot, Rome, through its paces. Please use this icant amount of money into the town coffers. The rest of be considered, carefully done. I’m an ad- space to tell readers/vot- the year we get to enjoy quiet and open space. New growth vocate for the Antique Shows, realizing PATHFINDER ❙ from page 1 in just four days, to start competing in actual should be in harmony with this philosophy. 16 days/year of traffic is a small inconve- live remote events with other teams. It was a ers more about you as a in a much shorter span of time than other person. nience for all the shows bring to town in challenge, but it was a good challenge.” Q: If you could change one thing about the town, indirect revenue to owners and the season- teams normally would.” Along with Lussier and fellow Path- what would that be? al workers who profit. I would like to see Matin said it was an amazing experi- finder Electronic Technology Instructor Guy Rubio: I was born ence to make it the world stage, especially and raised in Brimfield. a future development for senior citizens, Nyzio, CEO of Sanderson Macleod Mark Kelly: That town government be more open with the either single-family or condo style ~ af- considering the work that went into it. Borsari, who donated new parts and regis- I grew up riding hors- “We really stepped up to the plate to do es and actively partici- town’s people. It is nearly impossible to get public records fordable $220-250,000 price range. This tered the team for competitions, are to thank and when you can they are cost prohibitive. demographic is growing and deserves to it,” Martin said. for the team’s progress. Father Stefan Niem- pating in the 4H horse “We started staying after school un- shows previously held be able to stay in the town which they have czyk of Devin Mercy Parish, who provided Q: What book(s) are you reading now, or last book supported. til eight o’clock. There was one night that the team a place to meet, design, and build at Auction Acres. I was we stayed after until around 10 o’clock. We also an avid softball read? their robot, is also to thank for the team mak- Q: What book(s) are you reading spent a lot of time here preparing the robot, ing it to the world championship, team mem- player and played right a whole new field setup, and game strategy up through most of High Kelly: U.S. Grant’s memoirs. now, or last book read? bers and their instructors said. School. My father was a local builder, and my Q: Talk about yourself. Please use this space to Haley: No response mother was also a real tell readers/voters more about you as a person. estate agent. When my Talk about your- father passed several Kelly: I was born and raised in East Providence Rhode self years ago, we all made Island. I moved to and lived in the Holyoke/Northampton/ Please use this the decision to move Springfield as a result of my job with New England Tele- space to tell readers/vot- back to Brimfield and phone, NYNEX, Bell Atlantic, Verizon where I worked for ers more about you as a divide the land equally 30 Years. I moved to Brimfield in 1986 and lived here ever person. between us, because we since. I raised three children in Brimfield. I have studied Baystate Mary Lane Satellite all love living here, and the piano since the time I was 7 years old. Haley: I have three it was the obvious choice I spend 35 years tagging sharks for the National Ma- grown children, seven to all of us. It made sense rine Foundation. I was the Secretary of the Massachusetts grandchildren, been here Emergency Facility Update to “come back home”. Selectmen’s Association, Chairman of the Eastern Hamp- since 1970. My folks There wasn’t one of us den County Veterans Service, member of the Bay Path taught us to give back, that even wanted to sell High School Curriculum Committee, The Galaxy Com- and so I do! anything! I have now munity Council, Governor’s appointed delegate to the followed in my mothers State Nominating Convention and an Adjunct Professor at footsteps as a Realtor, American International College. my brother became a li- censed contractor, and A DESTINATION EXPERIENCE The Baystate Mary Lane Satellite started his own business, and my sister took over the family home we grew Emergency Facility is closed. 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Deadline is Dec 31 to claim LHS FIREHOUSE ❙ from page 1 Class of ’14 temporary records to navigate their way through most of it. Ludlow High School Class of tivities, discipline records, immuniza- 2014 temporary school records will be tion-health records and evaluations by Long overdue destroyed on or about Dec. 31, 2021, teachers, counselors, and other school While on the job, Harris unless claimed by individual former staff. Persons wishing to claim their learned out how difficult it would students. temporary school records may request be upgrading the station house. The temporary record consists of them in writing and sent to this address: “The Chief at that time, Mar- all information in the student record LHS Counseling Department 500 shall Harris (no relation) over the which is not contained in the tran- Chapin Street Ludlow, MA 01056 years explained to me he had been script. Such information may include If you have any further questions, making capital requests almost standardized test results, class rank, call 413-589-9001 ext. 2407. annually, saying our building’s school sponsored extra-curricular ac- in disrepair and we need to either start with some work or plan for a The firehouse, built in 1978, wasn’t new fire station,” he said. intended for today’s electronics, ❙ HARRISON from page 1 Turley Publication photos by Michael Harrison “He was just trying to show such as routers and other vital And so it goes for a public figure family in spirit, Holly said. Harrison’s Brian Harris, Monson fire chief and a member of the department me back then that if you don’t put communications infrastructure. who did not start to even consider run- daughters said they recall their dad cau- since 1994 and a full-time employee since 2006, points out water on the radar, it’s not going to hap- ning for public office before attending tioning them in their teen years that al- damage and other building quality issues last week. pen. Over the years, he retired, a will produce a report on deficien- what was apparently an unremarkable though he was an elected official, they new chief came in and I think it cies with the building and sug- select board meeting. Already involved shouldn’t expect any special favors if kind of dropped off the radar. He gest options to improve them. As in town government as a member of the caught speeding or doing anything else retired, a new chief came in and it with most things, there are pros parks and recreation and finance com- they shouldn’t. was put back on on the radar.” and cons to the logical choices of missions, it was a meeting he attended A senior systems program analyst The town approved $40,000 expanding the legacy site or con- with his youngest daughter, Elizabeth, for MassMutual before retiring, Harri- for a station assessment in 2019 structing a new building. Either that sparked an interest in becoming a son, 81, was a Monson Citizen of the that was delayed for various rea- one will cost in the tens of millions candidate. Year honoree and past chairperson of sons, including the pandemic, but – in contrast, a new building would “He got involved in the select the Munson Democratic Party. A West- now that time has arrived – it had have cost millions less a decade board when he accompanied my ern Mass. native and resident of Mon- to because the appropriation has a ago – that likely will require some youngest sister to a selectmen’s meet- son for ore than 40 years, Harrison is fast-approaching expiration date, form of financing by the town. ing,” daughter Holly Harrison said. a U.S. Army veteran and Green Beret Harris said. A remodel would cost less “She had to do a project for I be- who served active duty stateside during “So that’s kind of how the on the surface, but would require lieve it was her history class in high the Vietnam War. project got rolling,” Harris said. additional money for temporary school and she was hesitant to go to the His daughter Holly said Ed was a Besides more than showing its accommodations, while building meeting alone and he accompanied her. runner who competed in several Bos- over-40 age, the building wasn’t from scratch means the department It was then that he really saw the inner ton Marathons and triathlons and was intended for how it’s used today. could stay in its current home until workings of that board and became in- an experienced cyclist who rode from “It was built for a 100% volunteer a new one is ready. 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BASEBALL SOCCER Palmer falls to rival Ware Pathfinder season By Tim Peterson off win in eight innings on their Sports Correspondent home field. nears conclusion “We had lost a couple of heart- PALMER — The Indians base- breakers on this field in the past. ball team, who hadn’t won a game We did have some quality at-bats at Legion Field since 2017, spoiled and were able to take control of the Panthers’ senior night with a tonight’s game right from the start 16-2 victory before a large crowd, of the game,” said Ware senior first last Wednesday night. The contest ended after five innings due to the 10-run mercy rule. “We always take a team picture whenever we beat Palmer here,” said Ware head coach Scott Slattery. “We’ve been able to win the trophy in football during the past several years, but none of my players have won a varsity baseball game on this field. A lot of the kids know each other and it’s a much more friend- ly rivalry game now than when I Chance Lee was playing sports for Ware High makes a throw School.” to first base. Slattery, currently a physical education teacher at Ware, did his baseman Dillon Slattery, whose student teaching at Palmer High mother, Julie, had the honor of tak- School under the guidance of Pe- ing the team photo. “This is a huge ter Farr. Farr retired as the Panthers rivalry game for us, and anything varsity baseball coach following the can happen.” 2019 season. Dillon Slattery and Keith “I don’t get to see Coach Farr Smith, who made his final varsity very often anymore, so it was nice start on the mound at Legion Field, chatting him tonight,” Slattery said. are senior co-captains of the Indi- Jordan Talbot pitches for the Pioneers. “I really enjoyed coaching against ans varsity baseball. The duo will him, and I have a tremendous be teammates on the Worcester PALMER – The Path- amount of respect for him. I’m hop- State University football team in finder Regional baseball team ing to build the same type of rela- the fall. They’ve been competing continues to near its end. The tionship with the new Palmer head on the gridiron, hardwood, and the Pioneers have had a tough coach (Anthony Pasquarosa). The diamond against Palmer since they season, struggling to score relationships that I’ve been able to were freshmen. runs and pick up wins. The Pi- build through sports have been a big “I was the starting pitcher here oneers hoped to end their sea- part of my life.” two years ago when Evan Smith to finally beat Palmer, who are our as the Indians designated hitter. son on a positive note when The Indians, who improved beat us with a walk-off base hit,” biggest rivals, on this field. It was a Clark joined the varsity baseball they faced Smith Vocational their season record to 9-1, suffered said Smith, who worked the first crazy game tonight.” team as a sophomore and his father, on Tuesday, June 15 at 4 p.m. a 4-3 loss to the Panthers at Legion three innings of last Wednesday’s The only other senior listed on Shawn, is the Indians junior varsity Field in 2018. The following year, game before three relief pitchers the Ware varsity baseball roster is the Panthers celebrated a 3-2 walk- finished the game. “It feels great Aiden Clark, who drew three walks Please see PALMER, page 9 Cameron Zoto gets the out at first base. New England Mutiny Warriors win first playoff pick up another tie game of new tourney By Tim Peterson the Warriors varsity baseball coach Sports Correspondent when Cipro was a freshman. “Ev- eryone made a contribution during FISKDALE — The seven se- the regular season, which was really niors on this year’s Tantasqua varsi- nice to see.” ty baseball team were in kindergar- Cipro, who had one strikeout ten the last time the Warriors won a and one walk against the Wolves, postseason home game. was reunited with sophomore catch- The fifth-seeded Warriors (8- er Henry Blake this spring. They’re 5), who had only made three post- both from Brookfield and were season appearances in the past 12 teammates on the same little league years, celebrated an 11-0 victory team a couple of years ago. over the 12th-seeded Nashoba Re- “I played little league baseball gional Wolves (4-11) in a Division with Henry,” Cipro said. “It’s kind 1 first round game of the inaugural of cool to be reunited with him here Central Mass. Athletic Directors on a big stage. We work very well Jeremy Bouthiller makes a throw over to first base. Association Tournament at Emrich together.” Thomas Swift makes a catch on a Field, last Monday (June 7). The Cipro will be playing baseball pop-up. contest, which was played on a hot on even a bigger stage next spring at afternoon, ended with two outs in Assumption University in Worces- the bottom of the fifth inning due to ter. Laura Govin the 10-run mercy rule. “I’m really looking forward of Monson “It feels really good to win a to playing college baseball at As- makes a playoff game, especially with this sumption,” said Cipro, who had the pass for the group of guys,” said Tantasqua se- water bucket dumped on top of him Mutiny. nior right-hander Spencer Cipro, by two of his teammates following who hurled a four-hit shutout in the game. “Assumption has a great his first postseason start. “We ha- baseball program, and the NE-10 is By Tim Peterson ven’t won a home playoff game an outstanding baseball conference. Sports Correspondent since 2009, so we made some his- The Assumption baseball coach, tory against a team that we’ve never Mike Rocco, is a player’s coach. LUDLOW—The good news faced before on our homefield to- I’m going to work hard and earn my is the New England Mutiny have day.” spot on the team.” not suffered a loss in any of their Back in 2009, Tantasqua de- Leroux, who played college four regular season matches. The feated Shrewsbury High School, baseball at Northeastern University bad news is the Mutiny players 9-7, at Emrich Field in a Central and was selected by the New York have only celebrated one victory Mass. Division 1 first round before Mets in the 2012 MLB draft, has so far this season. Three of their losing at top seeded Wachusett Re- enjoyed watching Cipro develop Jason Swistak sprints to first after making contact. four matches have ended in 2-2 gional in the quarterfinals. into an outstanding pitcher. draws including their June 5 con- The Warriors also qualified for “When Cip was a freshman, test against the New Jersey Copa the Central Mass. Division 1 tour- you could tell that he had the po- FC which was played before a nament in 2011, 2015, and 2016. tential to be a very special baseball good size gathering at Lusitano Cipro and senior centerfielder player by the time he was a senior,” Stadium in Ludlow. Danny Bourget, who went 2-for- Leroux said. “I’m very glad that I “It doesn’t really feel like a 3 in the first-round victory, are the had the opportunity to coach him tie, it feels more like a loss,” said Warriors only other returning varsi- for three years.” Mutiny head coach Jeb Booth. “We ty players. The first-round game was still just didn’t play as well as we’re The other seniors on the War- scoreless entering the fourth inning. capable of tonight. We didn’t have riors varsity baseball team, who re- The Wolves threatened to take the same type of energy or the fo- Hope Santaniello picks up a pass ceived their high school diplomas the lead in that frame when senior cus. We just didn’t play our style.” and move up the field. on June 12, are Liam O’Brien, Matt DH Taylor Ojerholm hit a leadoff In order to clinch a berth in tory over the CT Rush on May 22. Jolie, John Marcucci, Michael Holt, double to deep left field. Then an in- the United Women’s Soccer play- They’re scheduled to play and Cody Josti. field base hit by senior centerfielder offs, the Mutiny (1-0-3) will need back-to-back road matches this “We came into this season with Justin Klinkhamer put two runners to finish the regular season in the weekend against the other two only two returning varsity players, on base with no outs. top four spots of the East Confer- United Women’s Soccer clubs so we really didn’t know what type That’s when Cipro buckled ence standings. from Massachusetts. The road trip of a team we would have, especial- down and went to work. He got out The Mutiny’s only victory so ly after not playing any games last Photos by Gregory A. Scibelli Colby Kokosa swings and hits a ground ball to third. far this season was a 6-1 home vic- Please see MUTINY, page 9 year,” said Jon Leroux, who became Please see WARRIORS, page 9 PAGE 8 June 17, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

Kimball, Robie split modified twinbill at Monadnock @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports WINCHESTER, N.H. – Pools Street Stock 50-lapper lost Matt Kimball and Brian Robie to rain a few weeks back leading split a pair of NHSTRA Modified a full card of NHSTRA racing. Quest For The Cup 35-lappers Saturday, June 12, at Monadnock MONADNOCK SPEEDWAY Speedway, but it was the massive JUNE 12 TOP TENS: round-one wreck that fans will QUEST FOR THE CUP remember. MOD 35-1: Matt Kimball (Ben- The Mod Squad took the nington, NH), Tyler Leary, Cory Athlete of the Week green 25-cars strong. Matt Kim- Plummer, Todd Patnode, Cam- ball led early, with defending eron Sontag, George Helliwell, Series champ Brian Robie then Kimmy Rivet, Andrew Martell, Tim Casavecchia taking charge before pitting out Scott MacMichael, Dave Salz- Palmer High School of the lead on lap ten. arulo With Kimball, Todd Patnode, Submitted photo QUEST FOR THE CUP he senior was one of three that were hon- and Trevor Bleau racing under a Matt Kimball had a win in the NHSTRA event at Monadnock Speedy last MOD 35-2: Brian Robie (Suna- ored before a home game against Ware blanket on lap 25, all hell broke weekend. pee, NH), Geoff Rollins, Todd THigh School. loose. Patnode, with a nudge, Patnode, Matt Kimball, Cameron To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week, broke loose out of turn two and on Sontag, quietly staying out of Buffone joined him in trophy row. Sontag, Kimmy Rivet, Kirk Alex- contact Managing Sports Editor Gregory A. Sci- shot across the track, triggering trouble all night, put together two Fitzwilliam Flyer Gordon ander, Mike Smith, Cory Plum- belli at 413-283-8393 ext. 258 or send an e-mail a 12-car pile-up. When the dust top-fives. Farnum stormed to victory in the mer, George Helliwell. to [email protected]. had settled eight cars were done Chase Curtis scored his first Mini Stock 25-lapper. LATE MODEL SPORTS- for the night. Late Model Sportsman feature Taking the lead from Kevin MAN: Chase Curtis (Rutland, Kimball held strong the rest win Saturday, coming from row Cormier on lap 19, Farnum pad- MA) Chris Curtis, Austin Brehio, of the way, sailing under the four to take the lead on lap 19 and ded his points lead with his fourth Cole Littlewood, Justin Little- checkers ahead of Tyler Leary then hold off his dad, Chris Cur- win of the summer. 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The Blue Sox of Presidents decided not to hold the top of the seventh, scoring a scoreless, with the Blue Sox suc- Krochmalnyckyi and freshman second offense finished the job. pulled through for the win by a league competition or host league run to bring the game to 3-2. cessfully holding onto their lead baseman Hunter Normandin, which were With runners at the corners with one- score of 4-3. championships this past spring, Valley’s offensive push be- in the highest attendance game sandwiched around a flyball caught by out in the inning, O’Brien drove home The game began at 5:05 which included baseball, so this gan with a Cole Andrews (Mi- of the 2021 season so far for the Bourget. a run with a double to left increasing the p.m., with the presenting sponsor, summer season has been the first ami) at-bat, the Blue Sox’ catch- Blue Sox. “That inning was probably the pivotal Warriors lead to 5-0. Another double to Cindy’s Drive-In, providing kid- time post-pandemic in which er who, on Friday, hit a walk off Whether it was the free ice moment of the game,” Cipro said. “Getting right field by Jolie, who was the designated die cups of their ice cream to the Kipp and the other Ivy League home run to win the game against cream, or the great play, the result out of it without giving up any runs gave hitter, scored two more runs. A couple of first 250 fans through the gates at players have competed. the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks of this game made Head Coach us the opportunity to put a few runs of our batters later, Bourget grounded an RBI sin- MacKenzie Stadium for the ‘Sun- In the bottom of the fifth, from behind by a score of 5-4. Hez Randolph think that he “is own on the board in the bottom half of the gle into left field and junior third baseman dae’s on a Sunday!’ promotion. Garrett Shultz of Xavier Uni- On Sunday, Andrews sent one doing something right.” inning.” Jack Gaudette was hit by a pitch with the Blue Sox fans enjoyed their versity had two RBI’s, bringing high into center field, and got “Winning a close one like Krochmalnyckyi began the fourth in- bases loaded, which gave the Warriors an ice cream during the beautiful Luke Franzoni (Xavier) and Ma- lucky, staying on first base when this makes me feel good, as ner- ning rally by hitting a triple to right field. 8-0 advantage. After the next batter hit a night, where Grant Kipp of Yale son LaPlante (Yale) home to raise a Waves outfielder had trouble vous as I get, because this is my After Blake drew a walk, a sacrifice fly by pop-up to the Wolves first baseman, Kro- University dominated on the the score to 2-0. fielding the ball. LaPlante then first year doing this. It’s a good O’Brien, who was the starting right fielder, chmalnyckyi capped off the first-round mound for the first couple of in- The Waves responded quick- made it to first, which advanced feeling.” He continued. brought home the Warriors first run of the victory by hitting a two-run single to left nings, which went scoreless. ly with two runs of their own off Andrews to second. Then, Shultz game. field. “I’m really happy with this of an Albert Choi (New Jersey sent a highball way out near the Tantasqua scored two more runs fol- Tantasqua lost at fourth-seeded West- lowing a throwing error by the Nashoba borough, 5-2, in the quarterfinals two days shortstop and a ground ball single to center later. by Bourget brought home another run giv- journalregister.turley.com PALMER ❙ from page 7 righthander had trouble locating the ners at the corners. Oliveira, who football bleachers in right field, home plate umpire postage stamp started at first base, also hit a line- scored the Panthers second run on a baseball coach. size strike zone, as he walked seven drive single to center field scoring groundout to second by Mayberry. One of the only highlights of of the 11 batters that he faced. Hess. The Indians, who only had the evening for the Palmer fans was The Panthers, who drew a to- After the Indians batted seven base hits, sent twelve batters the pregame ceremony honoring tal of 18 walks in five innings, had around in their first at-bats, Soltys to the plate in the fourth and seven seniors Kevin Hess, Tim Casavec- a 3-0 lead before Smith, who’s also began the top of the second inning of them scored, as they built a dou- chia, and Nathan Oliveira. a righty, threw his first pitch of the with a walk and scored on a throw- ble-digit lead. “I think they each bring some- game. ing error. Soltys wound up scoring Palmer left the bases loaded thing unique to the table for us and Junior shortstop Andrew four runs, as he had two hits and a in the fourth and they stranded two we will most certainly miss them Soltys, who tripled to right leading pair of walks in the game. more runners on base in the fifth next year,” Pasquarosa said. “Al- off the top of the first, scored the Holding a 3-1 lead, Ware inning before the Indians took their though this is my first year as the game’s first run on a wild pitch that broke the game wide open by scor- team picture. varsity baseball coach, I had the sailed to the backstop. ing five more runs in the top of the Dillon Slattery, Smith, and privilege of coaching all three of After loading the bases, back- third. The two biggest hits of that Balicki will be teammates with five them in eighth grade when I was to-back walks by freshman catcher frame were a two-run single to of the Palmer players on the Mon- coaching the JV team. Nate and Dylan Sutkaitis and junior third right field by Slattery, who walked son Post 241 Legion baseball team, Kevin have been in the program baseman Camden Balicki gave the three times, and two-run double which will be playing their home since the eighth grade, and Tim visiting team a 3-1 lead. over the left fielder’s head by junior games under the lights at Legion moved to Athol but came back for With one-out in the bottom of centerfielder Tyler Orszulak, who Field this summer. his senior year.” the first inning, Hess walked, and also scored on a wild pitch. Hess was the Panthers start- junior leftfielder Mike Mayberry Hess, who blasted a triple ing pitcher on senior night. The lined a single to center putting run- that stopped rolling near the new

❙ from page 7 ner of the net past Mutiny goalie She’s our leading goal scorer.” cross the ball to me, so I created a MUTINY Maddie Murphy. Barry, who’s from Hingham, little bit of space,” said Barry, who begins with a match-up against The Mutiny tied the score at recorded a hat-trick in her first was also a starting center forward the Scorpions SC, who play their 1-1 six minutes later when forward match as a member of the Mutiny for the Gamecocks. “Then I just home matches at Medway High Lauren Berman was taken down in versus the Rush. She watched Ber- headed it into the net, which gave School, on Friday night. Then CLUES ACROSS 28. Popular apartment Harris 20. Body cavity of a the box by a Copa player and was man play soccer at B.C. and she’s us a 2-1 lead. It was very exciting, they’ll be battling the Worcester awarded a PK by the referee. Ber- one of her role models. especially doing it in front of the 1. “Sleepless In Seat- style 56. Saturated with salt metazoan Smiles at Doyle Field in Leomin- 21. Swedish monetary man, who played college soccer “I’ve been looking up to Lau- home crowd.” tle” actress Ryan 30. British School 58. Marry ster the following night. 4. One of Santa’s 31. Advanced degree 59. Report on unit at Boston College and is currently ren Berman since she played soc- Murphy made a couple of out- “We really need to win both of reindeer 34. Order of architec- 60. Midway between 25. Works with an assistant coach for the Harvard cer at Boston College,” Barry said. standing saves in the second half, our matches next weekend. I would 10. Before the present ture north and northeast 29. Partner to “to” women’s soccer team, fired a low “She’s a great player and it has which helped the Mutiny hold onto be disappointed with anything less st 11. Type of butter 36. Investment account 31. Rewards (archaic) shot into the back of the net past been so much fun getting the op- the slim 2-1 lead until the 71 min- 12. Location of White (abbr.) CLUES DOWN 32. One of Caroline than that,” Booth said. “We have Copa goalie Isabella Castagnetti. portunity to play with her the past ute. That’s when a Copa player House 37. Snakelike fishes 1. Rays Islands so many ties and we need to start Berman, who’s a first-year couple of weeks. It’s also an honor was fouled in the box and Cunha 14. Motion 39. Children’s tale bear 2. Self-centered person 33. Type of alcohol stringing together some victories.” Mutiny player, also contributed on to represent a club that has a great blasted the PK into the upper right 15. Tree part 40. Norse personifica- 3. One you look after 35. Eat a lot Mutiny forward Hope Santan- the go-ahead goal during the 42nd history like the New England Mu- corner. 16. Regions around the tion of old age 4. Prosecutor 38. Nuns iello graduated from Agawam High minute. She sent a crossing pass tiny. The home team did have a North Pole 41. Atomic #58 5. Portion 41. Dog School a couple of hours before the into the box from the right sideline Berman played professional chance to retake the lead again, but 18. Fits on a boat’s 42. Moving your head 6. Speaks ill of 43. Become more start of last Saturday’s home match. and center forward Catherine Barry soccer in Europe which is some- a shot attempted was cleared away gunwale 48. 1878 Kentucky 7. Formal system for serious Santaniello, who’ll be a freshman headed it into the left corner of the thing that Barry and the other by a Copa defender on the goal- 22. Discuss after it’s Derby winner computer programs 44. Choose member of the U.R.I. women’s net past the goalie. younger Mutiny player are inspir- line. happened 50. Frankfurter 8. To make angry 45. Newspapers use it soccer team in the fall, played a key Barry, who recently complet- ing to do in the future. Trystin Burger, who’s from 23. Milk substitute for 51. Small, seedless 9. Rural delivery 46. World’s longest river role for the Mutiny during the 2019 ed her freshman season as a mem- A current member of the B.C. Granby, replaced Lily Fabian, coffee raisin 12. Group of languages 47. Commanded to go season, which ended in the East ber of the University of South Car- women’s soccer team on this year’s who’s from Monson, with about 24. Describes one who 52. Device in paper- 13. Large First Nations faster Conference finals. olina women’s soccer team, scored Mutiny roster is Laura Gouvin, five minutes remaining in the believes in supreme making machine group 49. Cabs The Copa (2-1-1) took a 1-0 her fifth goal in just three games who’s from Monson. match. nd being 53. Go 17. Circulating life 56. Mr. T’s “A-Team” lead during the 22 minute of the with the Mutiny. Barry, who graduated from The Mutiny are hoping to cel- 26. Equally 54. Open payment force in Chinese character first half. “Cat has been a great addition Tabor Academy, was a two-time ebrate a couple of victories before 27. Famed director initiative (abbr.) philosophy 57. Document signed The goal was scored by Kelly and we love having her on our team Massachusetts Girls Gatorade returning to the friendly confines of Forman 55. “Westworld” actor 19. Excludes (abbr.) Severini, who received a crossing this year,” Booth said. “She’s a Player of the Year. She described Lusitano Stadium against the Syra- pass from Melanie Cunha before very strong soccer player and plays her go-ahead goal. cuse DA on June 19. lining a shot into the upper left cor- the game with a lot of confidence. I saw that Lauren was going to June 17, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 9

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Turley Publications offers two types of Michael Joseph Mieltowski, 56 obituaries. Died: June 7, 2021 An anniversary deferred: Quilt shop One is a free, brief Death Notice listing Celebration of Life: Noon June 26 at the name of deceased, date of death and funeral Quabbin Reservoir at Hank’s Meadow date and place. ends COVID hiatus, enters 11th year The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $100, Rena Rae Padykula Pelis, 57 which allows families to publish extended death By Jonah Snowden Died: June 5, 2021 notice information of their own choice and may [email protected] include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Joseph C. Zajk, 81 Obituaries should be submitted through a WALES – Just over a year after funeral home to: [email protected]. Died: June 5, 2021, in Prescott, Ariz. closing because of the COVID-19 For more, go to ruffnerwakelin.com Exceptions will be made only when the family pandemic, Meeting House Fabric is provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. back in business. Meeting House Fabric owner Sheila Chabot said she originally planned to open a fabric store but changed her mind after her sister Katherine Bodzioch inspired her to open a quilt shop instead. It’s now OBITUARIES in its 11th year of business. Meeting House Fabric offers materials for embroidery, different Michael Joseph Mieltowski, 56 designer fabrics, quilting work- shops and more. The minute cus- Michael Joseph Mieltowski, and no challenge was ers, Paul Mieltows- tomers step inside the store, they 56, passed away peacefully sur- too great for him. We ki of Ware and John are greeted by several welcoming rounded by his loving family on will all miss his abil- Mieltowski Jr. and his employees who work alongside June 7, 2021, at Cooley Dickin- ity to listen and solve wife Deline of Palm- Chabot, followed by a relaxing se- son Hospital in Northampton. problems for people. If er; Michael will also Turley Publications staff photos by Jonah Snowden Son of the late John and it was a sad time such be missed by his niece lection of tunes to accompany them Shelia Chabot, owner of Meeting House Fabric didn’t get to celebrate the Santa (Mastronardo) Mieltowski, as a death or sickness Theresa Beynor and while they shop. shop’s 10th anniversary, but she’s grateful to have reopened a year after he was born in Worcester on July Michael showered you her husband Derek; Reopening the shop after clos- closing because of the pandemic. 6, 1964. He grew up in the Barre, with his cards and may- his nephew Kenneth ing it on March 17, 2020, is some- Ware and Gilbertville areas. Mi- be a visit and an apple Mieltowski and his thing Chabot said she considers a chael was a high school graduate pie. Any time people partner Samantha and miracle. of the Quabbin Regional School did things for him there was of- his great niece Brianna Beynor. Seeing opportunity in adver- District in 1982. Michael began ten many “thank you” from him. A special thanks to the sity, Chabot said the shop used the working after high school at Mc- “No rush “was a favorite line. At doctors, nurses, and the staff at downtime to plan for an eventual Donald’s in Ware. At times he McDonald’s he would often say Cooley Dickinson Hospital as re-opening. worked several jobs at once, in- “pay the car behind” especially if well as Dr. Yang and the nurses “It gave us a lot of time to ac- cluding at Ames in Palmer, Palm- the occupants were elderly, first at the Massachusetts General tually do a little bit of revamping in er Sunoco, and Cumberland’s. responders or someone in need. Hospital Cancer Center in Dan- the store,” she said. Michael became a bus driv- He loved to cook, especially vers. We would also like to thank “I did not get to celebrate the er (his ultimate job) in his early Polish food. Thanksgiving could the management and employees shop’s 10th year in business either, work years starting with Palmer see up to 30 people at the table of the Swift River/FM Merrifield because we were closed, so that was Motor Coach. He also worked to cook for and anyone was wel- Company for all their support. kind of sad. I just feel like it is a at Laidlaw, FM Kuzmeskus and come. When cooking he was in A celebration of Michael’s great accomplishment to have sur- was presently employed by Swift his glory. He also loved the “all life will be held at the Quab- vived the pandemic. I know a lot of River/FM Merrifield Company. you could eat salad and bread bin Reservoir off of Route 9 at people’s businesses didn’t survive, He loved his kids and there are sticks” at Olive Garden. He loved Hank’s Meadow at noon on June so it is good news for us to have many occasions at a restaurant rides, especially to Cape Cod 26 (rain or shine). Bring a chair done so.” or other locations that teens or and Dowes Beach in Osterville. or blanket and share your stories Chabot’s daughter Andrea Her- adults would remember him as His favorite spot in the Quabbin and memories. We are sure he manson, who is proud of her moth- their bus driver (probably be- was at Hank’s Meadow where he will be there in some form under er, said she admires Meeting House cause of the Friday treats or last could sit for hours talking under the oak tree with us. Materials for embroidery, different designer fabrics, quilting workshops Fabric serving as a destination for and more can be found at Meeting House Fabric. day of school pizza). “You drove the big oak tree. He loved sitting In lieu of flowers, memo- many people. me to high school or kindergar- on the front porch on a rainy rial donations may be made to “They come from a distance,” ten” was often said to him in later day listening to the rain fall. His the Thomas J O’Conner Animal Hermanson said. years. great niece Brianna was a special Shelter & Adoption Center in Chabot also has a message for Michael and Brian also love of his. Springfield. any potential customers who would did foster care for 12 years. He Michael will be dearly To leave a memory or con- like to pick up quilting, which is clothed, advocated at school and missed by all who knew him, in- dolence, visit beersandstory. to just stop by, since this store is a treated each child as his own. cluding his loving partner of 22 com. great place to learn the art or im- Michael loved helping people years, Brian Winslow; his broth- prove technique. “We have instructions for the beginners and advanced,” Chabot said. Rena Rae Padykula Pelis, 57 “We will also be offering les- sons in the fall, but we are not to Rena Rae Padykula Pe- worker. Rena was a than Pelis; brothers, going to start anything right now, to lis, 57, passed away, Saturday, caring person with a Richard and Ronald see how everything else goes.” June 5, 2021, at home. A visi- big heart. She loved Padykula; husband, tation was held Monday, June her family, especial- Brian Pelis; grandchil- Although the shop is not as 14 at Alexander’s Midway in ly her grandchildren. dren, Nicolas, Sereni- busy as it was prior to the pandemic, Springtown, Texas. Rena love to laugh dy, Matthew, Rilley, Chabot said things are picking up. She was born July 19, 1963, and had a laugh that Emily, Jake, Hailey, “We’re surviving and finding in Springfield. Rena was preced- was contagious. Tyler and Peighton; that as time goes on, people are more anxious to get out and do ed in death by her parents, Frank She is survived great-grandson, Erza; Meeting House Fabric, located at 83 Main Street, Wales. and Lillian (Jewett) Padykula; by, her daughter, Crys- friend, Virgil Mills; things,” Chabot. “We have chosen her sister, Susan Padykula; and tal Childers and hus- numerous nieces, not to require masks, since most of son-in-law, Donald McWhorter. band, Russell; daugh- nephews, extended fam- the women here have been vaccinat- week. Main St., call 413-245-1235. Their Rena grew up in Springfield ter, Heather Pelis and husband, ily and friends. ed.” “We’re trying the best we can Facebook page, (SheilaMaeChabot) and graduated from Palmer High Steven Wyman; and daughter, She also said they still try to so- to keep everyone safe,” Chabot said. also provides updates on classes School. She was a very hard Danielle McWhorter; son, Na- cially distance six feet and has the For more information on Meet- and event at the quilt shop. store professionally cleaned once a ing House Fabric, located at 83 Police/Fire Police Logs Springfield St., Three Rivers, was ar- at 9:10 p.m., on River Street in Thorn- ed at 6:34 p.m., on Nipmuck Street in for police; negligent operation of a of a motor vehicle and speeding. PALMER rested at 6:39 p.m., on Main Street in dike, on charges of operating a motor Palmer, on charges of operating a motor motor vehicle; speeding rate of speed Thorndike, for a warrant. vehicle under the influence of liquor; vehicle under the influence of liquor; greater than was reasonable and proper Monday, June 14 The Palmer Police Department negligent operation of a motor vehicle; negligent operation of a motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle after li- Richard M. Hicks, 28, of 3267 responded to 401 calls and made 10 Thursday, June 10 a marked lanes violation and posses- and possession/consumption of an open cense or right to was revoked. Boston Rd., Wilbraham, was arrested at arrests or summons for arrests June Benjamin F. Lis, 30, of 2 North sion/consumption of an open container container of an alcoholic beverage. Stephie Esther Ayala Rivera, 22, 6:16 p.m., on Stimson Street in Thornd- 8–15. Those arrested will appear at the St., Three Rivers, was arrested at 11:04 of an alcoholic beverage. of 181 West St., Apt. A6, Ware, was ike, on charges of operating a motor ve- Palmer District Court and are innocent a.m., on North Street in Three Rivers, Saturday, June 12 arrested at 10:49 p.m., on State Street hicle with suspended license; operating until proven guilty: for a warrant of apprehension. Friday, June 11 Michael J. Martowski, 55, of 120 in Bondsville, was arrested, on charges an unregistered motor vehicle and not Deborah Louise Edwards, 50, of Steven Vincent Martinek, 56, of State St., Bondsville, was arrested at of operating a motor vehicle under the being in possession of a registration. Wednesday, June 9 26 Sesame Dr., Chicopee, was arrested 121 River St., Belchertown, was arrest- 8:21 p.m., on charges of failing to stop influence of liquor; negligent operation Michael J. Lawson, 20, of 370

Fire Logs PHS Class of 2021 Scholarships a.m., the department responded to alarm activation on State Avenue in p.m., the duty officer investigated an On behalf of the Palmer High School graduates of the Class of 2021, we PALMER a medical assistance call on Centra Monson. The department returned to alarm activation call on High Street. would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the generous donors who provide The Palmer Fire Department re- Street. The department returned to service at 9:42 p.m. The duty officer returned to service at all of these scholarships, and we would like to congratulate the worthy sponded to four calls June 9–15: service at 12:15 p.m. On Tuesday, June 15, at 7:14 8:17 p.m. recipients who have worked hard for so many years. This year, over $34,700 On Thursday, June 10, at 3:52 a.m., the department responded to a On Friday, June 11, at 12:50 in local scholarships have been awarded to our graduates! On Wednesday, June 9, at 10:22 p.m., the department responded to a smoke detector activation on Main p.m., the department responded to a a.m., the department responded to a carbon monoxide incident on Bennett Street in Thorndike Street. The de- smoke alarm investigation on Hillside These scholarships were reported after the graduation supplement went to press. call, requesting medical assistance on Street. The department returned to partment returned to service at 7:35 Drive. The department returned to ser- Pleasant Street. The department re- service at 4:45 p.m. a.m. vice at 1:24 p.m. Amvets Post #74 $500.00 Jillian Lombardi turned to service at 11:09 a.m. On Friday, June 11, at 12:08 On Saturday, June 12, at 6:30 $500.00 Cameron Corcoran On Thursday, June 10, at 12:07 p.m., the department responded to p.m., the department responded to an $100.00 Jacob Mastalerz a.m., the department responded to a a lock out call on East Palmer Park unauthorized burning complaint on train track fire on Cherry Street. The BONDSVILLE Drive. The department returned to The Bondsville Fire Department Main Street. The duty officer returned Amvets Ladies Auxiliary $200.00 Madison Cole department returned to service at 1:10 service at 1:09 p.m. responded to five calls June 8–14: to service at 6:40 p.m. a.m. $200.00 Jillian Lombardi On Monday, June 14, at 10:00 On Thursday, June 10, at 1:31 $200.00 Cameron Corcoran a.m., the department responded to a On Thursday, June 10, at 11:46 a.m., the department responded to a $200.00 Jacob Mastalerz medical assistance call on Shearer a.m., the department responded to MONSON carbon monoxide detector activation Street. The department returned to a medical assistance call on Palmer The Monson Fire Department re- on Church Street. The department re- sponded to one fire call and 25 EMS Ludlow Elks $800.00 Jacob Mastalerz service at 10:19 a.m. Street. The department returned to turned to service at 2:01 a.m. calls June 7 – June 13: On Monday, June 14, at 11:05 service at 12:10 p.m. On Thursday, June 10, at 9:17 St. Joseph’s Polish Club $500.00 Jacob Mastalerz a.m., the department responded to a On Thursday, June 10, at 3:14 a.m., the department responded to a On Tuesday, June 8, at 7:39 p.m., $500.00 Joseph Chartier motor vehicle accident on Park Street. p.m., the department responded to an train track fire on South Main Street. the department responded to a fire The department returned to service at alarm activation on High Street. The $500.00 Nathan Oliveira The department returned to service at alarm activation on Upper Palmer 3:54 p.m. department returned to service at 5:30 $300.00 Skyleigh White 9:55 a.m. Road. The department returned to ser- On Monday, June 14, at 9:14 p.m. On Thursday, June 10, at 11:54 vice at 7:43 p.m. p.m., the department responded to an On Thursday, June 10, at 8:03 Palmer Lil Girls’ Softball $200.00 Jillian Lombardi PAGE 10 June 17, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

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Commonwealth of Manager and marked “FY Development through the receive sealed proposals for estate and, if interested, to Licensing Authority will as amended: Massachusetts 22 Bid for Annual Road use of federal funds under the lease of a school van the Office of the Attorney hold a public hearing on Monson Savings Bank, County of Hampden Commonwealth of Materials and Services”. the Housing & Community maintenance facility to be General and the Department Monday, June 28, 2021 a banking institution with The Superior Court Massachusetts Bids will be received at the Development Act of 1974 located within 5 miles of 43 of Veterans Affairs, notice at 6:40 PM at the Town its principal office located at CIVIL DOCKET The Trial Court Office of the Town Manager as amended. All interested Margaret Street, Monson, is hereby given on June Administration Building, 146 Main Street, Monson, #2179CV00252 Probate and Family Court until 2:00 PM, Monday, persons, groups, and agen- MA, for a period of one 2, 2021, Gary Royce of 4417 Main Street, Palmer on Massachusetts 01057 RE: POLISH NATIONAL Hampden Division July 12, 2021 at which cies are invited to attend and year, with two option years Monson, MA intends to the application from RZM claiming to be the hold- CREDIT UNION vs. 50 State Street time they will be publicly participate. Any person or at the sole discretion of the file with the above-named Productions, under MGL C er of mortgage covering MATTHEW R. CURRIER Springfield, MA 01103 opened and read aloud in the organization so wishing will Monson Public Schools. Probate and Family Court, 138 §12 for a wine and malt property known as 1544 AND ERIKA (413)748-8600 Town Hall, Town Manager’s be afforded the opportuni- A complete Request not sooner than seven (7) Restaurant License located Dunhamtown Brimfield CURRIER Docket No. HD21P1003EA Office. Contractors are ty to be heard. Additional for Proposal packet includ- days after this notice, a at 1701 Park Street, Palmer, Road, Brimfield, Hampden ORDER OF NOTICE BY Estate of: Kristin A. Foster required to comply with information can be obtained ing sample lease may be Petition for Informal MA. County, Massachusetts PUBLICATION Also Known As: N/A the Commonwealth of by contacting the Palmer obtained by contacting Leah Probate of a Will Any persons interested in given by David W White TO: Matthew R. Currier Date of Death: 04/11/2021 Massachusetts Department Community Development Zippin, Director of Business Petition for Informal being heard should call 413- to Monson Savings Bank and Erika Currier, to the INFORMAL PROBATE of Labor and Industries Department at 4417 Main and Operations at 413-267- Appointment of Personal 283-2603, email nparker@ dated November 30, 2001 best of Plaintiff’s knowl- PUBLICATION NOTICE Prevailing Wage Rates in Street, Palmer, MA 01069 or 4150 ext. 4918 or by email Representative, to serve townofpalmer.com or appear recorded in Hampden edge, are Massachusetts To all persons interested accordance with MGL, (413) 283-2614 or msmith@ at zippinl@monsonschools. without surety on the bond at the time and place desig- County Registry of Deeds residents, having a last and in the above captioned est­ Chapter 149, Sections 26 townofpalmer.com. Persons com Gary Royce of Monson, nated above. Book 12006, Page 450, usual place of residence at ate, by Petition of Petit­i­oner and 27D. Contractors desir- requiring special accom- Sealed proposals are MA 06/17/2021 has filed with said court a 21 Bradway Road, Monson, Laura S. Foster of Wales, ing to bid on liquid asphalt, modations should contact available immediately and The estate is being Complaint for authority to Massachusetts in the County MA. milling and crack seal- the Palmer Community will be opened publicly at administered under informal foreclose said mortgage in the of Hampden; all in said Laura S. Foster of ing must have Mass DOT Development Department at 11:00 a.m. on July 9, 2021 procedure by the Personal manner following: by entry Commonwealth; Wales, MA has been infor- pre-qualification. A 5% least one week prior to the in the Business Office of the Representative under the Commonwealth of on and possession of the AND TO ALL mally appointed as the bid bond is required on all public hearing. Monson Public Schools, 43 Massachusetts Uniform Massachusetts premises therein described PERSONS ENTITLED TO Personal Representative of bids. The Town of Palmer 06/17/2021 Margaret Street, Monson, Probate Code without County of Hampden and by exercise of the power THE BENEFIT OF THE the estate to serve without reserves the right to accept MA 01057 supervision by the Court. The Superior Court of sale contained in said SERVICE MEMBERS’ surety on the bond. or reject any or all bids in The Superintendent and/ Inventory and accounts CIVIL DOCKET mortgage. CIVIL RELIEF ACT OF The estate is being the best interest of the Town. PALMER or the Director of Business are not required to be filed #2179CV00162 If you are entitled to 1940 AS AMENDED 2003 ad­ministered under informal Ryan McNutt LOCAL LICENSING and Operations reserves with the Court, but inter- RE: Monson Savings Bank the benefits of the Service as amended: procedure by the Personal Town Manager AUTHORITY the right to reject any and ested parties are entitled to vs Amanda White, et al Members’ Civil Relief Act of Polish National Credit Representative under the 06/17/2021 NOTICE OF all proposals or to accept notice regarding the admin- ORDER OF NOTICE BY 1940 as amended, and you Union, a duly incorporated Massachusetts Uniform Pro­ PUBLIC HEARING the proposal deemed to be istration from the Personal PUBLICATION object to such foreclosure financial institution with a bate Code without super- The Palmer Local in the best interest of the Representative and can peti- TO: Amanda White, you or your attorney should place of business at 46 Main vision by the Court. Inven­ Licensing Authority will Monson Public Schools – tion the Court in any matter an individual with the file a written appearance Street, Chicopee, Hampden tory and accounts are not PUBLIC HEARING hold a public hearing on Transportation Department. relating to the estate, includ- last known address of 26 and answer in said court at County, Massachusetts re­quired to be filed with the NOTICE Monday, June 28, 2021 06/10, 06/17/2021 ing distribution of assets and Sunset Drive, Rindge, New Springfield in said County claiming to be the holder Court, but interested parties The Palmer Community at 6:30 PM at the Town expenses of administration. Hampshire 03461, Steven on or before 07/22/21 or you of mortgage covering prop- are entitled to notice regard- Development Department Administration Building, Interested parties are entitled White, an individual with may be forever barred from erty known as 21 Bradway ing the administration from will conduct a Public 4417 Main Street, Palmer on Commonwealth of to petition the Court to insti- the last known address of 382 claiming that such foreclosure Road, Monson, Hampden the Personal Repre­sentative Hearing on Wednesday, the application from MB’s Massachusetts tute formal proceedings and McGee Court Apt 3, Ford is invalid under said Act. County, Massachusetts and can petition the Court June 30, 2021 at 6 p.m. Tastes of the Sea, under The Trial Court to obtain orders terminating Campbell KY, Clarksville, Witness, Judith Fabricant, given by Matthew R. in any matter relating to the in the meeting room of MGL C 138 §12 for a wine Probate and Family Court or restricting the powers of Tennessee 37040 and The Esquire, Chief Justice Currier and Erika Currier to estate, including distribu- the Town Administration and malt Restaurant License Hampden Division Personal Representatives Heirs Devisees or Legal of the Superior Court, at Polish National Credit Union tion of assets and expenses Building, 4417 Main Street, located at 2052 Main Street, 50 State Street appointed under informal Representative of David Springfield, Massachusetts, dated October 27, 2017 of administration. Inter­ested Palmer, MA. The purpose (Three Rivers), Palmer, MA. Springfield, MA 01103 procedure. A copy of the W White, David W White, this 10th day of June, 2021. recorded in Hampden parties are entitled to peti- of this Public Hearing is to Any persons interested in (413)748-8600 Petition and Will, if any, a deceased individual with a Laura S. Gentile, County Registry of Deeds tion the Court to institute solicit input relative to the being heard should call 413- Docket No. HD21P1047EA can be obtained from the last known address of 1544 Clerk of the Courts Book 21928, Page 373, formal proceedings and to design of Hryniewicz Park 283-2603, email nparker@ Estate of: Petitioner. Dunhamtown Brimfield Edward J. Partyka, has filed with said court a obtain orders terminating in Three Rivers. The design townofpalmer.com or appear Gordon Cooley Royce 06/17/2021 Road, Brimfield, Hampden Assistant Clerk Complaint for authority to or restricting the powers of process has been funded by at the time and place desig- Date of Death: County, Massachusetts 06/17/2021 foreclose said mortgage in the Personal Representatives the FY 20 Massachusetts nated above. April 6, 2021 01010; manner following: by entry appointed under informal Community Development 06/17/2021 NOTICE OF PALMER AND TO ALL on and possession of the procedure. A copy of the Block Grant (CDBG) INFORMAL PROBATE LOCAL LICENSING PERSONS ENTITLED TO premises therein described Petition and Will, if any, can Program. The CDBG G.L. c. 1908, § 3-306 AUTHORITY THE BENEFIT OF THE and by exercise of the power be obtained from the Pet­ Program is funded by the LEGAL NOTICE To all persons who have NOTICE OF SERVICE MEMBERS’ of sale contained in said itioner. Massachusetts Department The Town of Monson/ or may have some inter- PUBLIC HEARING CIVIL RELIEF ACT OF mortgage. 06/17/2021 of Housing and Community Monson Public Schools will est in the above-captioned The Palmer Local 1940 AS AMENDED 2003 If you are entitled to the benefits of the Service Members’ Civil Relief Act of TOWN OF PALMER 1940 as amended, and you INVITATION FOR BIDS CALL YOUR TURLEY REP TODAY! 283-8393 object to such foreclosure FY22 ANNUAL ROAD you or your attorney should MATERIALS & file a written appearance SERVICES and answer in said court at REBID 3 6 Springfield in said County The Town of Palmer will on or before July 21, 2021 receive bids for furnishing 4 or you may be forever barred road materials and services from claiming that such fore- as needed for the period 5 closure is invalid under said from July 1, 2021 through Act. June 30, 2022. Upon mutual Witness, Judith Fabricant, agreement, the contract for Esquire, Chief Justice services may be extended of the Superior Court, at for up to two additional one Springfield, Massachusetts, year periods. Specifications this 9th day of June, 2021. and bid forms may be Laura S. Gentile, picked up at the Town of 1 Clerk of the Courts Palmer, Office of the Town Manager, 4417 Main Street, By: Stephanie Roscoe, (Thorndike), Palmer, MA. Assistant Clerk Bids are to be submit- 06/17/2021 ted addressed to the Town

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