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Select Board votes Small businesses to create another may be eligible warrant article for grant money By Dan Desrochers Correspondent WESTFIELD—Small businesses in Westfield have about marijuana a chance to gain some help with their enterprises By Greg Fitzpatrick through the city’s Best Retail Practices Program hap- Correspondent Along with several town’s mutual aid, the Granville Fire Department pening later this month. SOUTHWICK – During last Wednesday’s meeting, battled a major structure fire early on Saturday morning. (Photo cour- Up to eight businesses the marijuana sub-committee voted in favor of sending tesy of Granville Fire Department) that are eligible for the pro- their revised bylaw for marijuana to the Planning gram can be provided a Board. nearly $2,000 grant to assist After the Planning Board reviews the bylaw, it will Fire departments battle in a number of ways. The then be sent to the Select Board for any revisions. program is in its sixth round According to Select Board Chairman Doug Moglin, his of existence within the city board will then send it back to the Planning Board structure fire in Granville and is funded through where they’ll host a public hearing to allow residents to Community Development give input on the bylaw. Following that, the bylaw will By Greg Fitzpatrick Block Grants. Those inter- be put on a warrant article for the annual town meeting Correspondent ested in utilizing the pro- in May. GRANVILLE – At around 5 a.m. on Saturday morning, the gram must attend a work- Moglin also noted that during the Select Board meet- Granville Fire Department responded to a call for a structure fire on shop Tuesday, Feb. 27, in ing of January 30, the board voted to create a warrant Rt. 189, close to the Granby, CT border. order to be eligible. Peter J. Miller, Director article to have a local 3% option tax for marijuana retail The industrial building, which is used as an art studio, was already “The program provides of Community sales. Two weeks ago the Select Board voted in favor fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived on scene. Southwick, small businesses the oppor- Development for the of creating a ballot question for the town election in Lost Acres, East Granby, East and West Hartland, Westfield, Tolland, tunity to meet with a con- City of Westfield. (Photo May that would ask voting residents if they’d like to see Otis, Hinsdale, Russell, Blandord, and Sandisfield were the mutual aid sultant who has been a pro- by Amy Porter) that assisted Granville in the fire. the retail sale of recreational marijuana in Southwick. According to a statement by the Granville Fire department, the fessional in the retail indus- A local 3% tax is an option that the state has provided crews worked in temperatures of under 10 degrees for about six hours try for over 25 years,” Community Development to every community when they were creating their until the fire was finally put out. Although no one was injured, Director Peter Miller, said. marijuana laws at the state level. Moglin said that he Granville Fire Chief Matt Ripley did note that the building was a total Through the program, interested businesses meet wants to make that option available because it could loss. They were able to save vehicles and other items surrounding the with Christine Moynihan, expert retail consultant make the taxing process simpler for the retailers in building. from Cambridge-based Retail Visioning. town. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the State Fire The free workshop on Feb. 27 will run from 8 a.m. “We might as well get this all out in front of the vot- Marshall’s Office, along with the Massachusetts State Police Fire ers to decide,” said Moglin. Investigator’s division. See Small Business Grants, Page 7

Winter market shines a light on spring plantings By Lori Szepelak hours are 10 a.m. to. 3 p.m. “Thanks to a generous donation, we Correspondent “There will be approximately 25 ven- are still offering a $5 match to all SNAP WESTFIELD — Ready for spring dors, a full house of farmers, canned and customers, and we have two vendors gardening? baked goods, crafts, and live music by who participate in the HIP program for For persons with a green thumb, a Rua Bhean and “Whiskey Traveler,” SNAP customers, offering money back representative from Kelly’s Home & said Deborah Randzio, one of the mar- on fresh fruits and vegetables,” said Garden will discuss ways to start seed- ket’s managers. Randzio. lings and how to prepare a garden for Randzio added that new vendors to For more information on the market, spring planting at the fourth and final the market include B’s Breads, Jeff call (413) 562-5461, ext. 101, or send Westfield Winter Farmers’ Market on Bellefleur with chainsaw art, and an email to farmersmarketwestfield@ Feb. 10 inside the Episcopal Church of Feedbag Totes, as well as The Runamuck gmail.com. Vendor applications for the the Atonement on Court Street. Market Baker, specializing in gluten-free and coming market season are also avail- celiac-free baked goods. able at westfieldfarmersmarket.net. Sunday’s Child: Alexis Alexis is a joyful nine-year old activities with her peers. She loves to The process to adopt a child from KACEY BELLAMY girl of Caucasian descent whose be around other people and animals foster care requires training, inter- smile and laugh lights up the room! and has shown interest in toys, col- views, and home visits to determine Alexis has had many medical chal- ors, sounds, and swimming! if adoption is right for you, and if so, lenges in her short life, but she has an Who Can Adopt? to help connect you with a child or Get in optimistic spirit and brings so much Can you provide the guidance, sibling group that your family will joy to those who know her. While love and stability that a child needs? be a good match for. she cannot speak, Alexis makes her If you’re at least 18 years old, have a To learn more about adoption from needs known in other ways through stable source of income, and room in foster care, call the Massachusetts the spirit! adaptive technology and non-verbal your heart, you may be a perfect Adoption Resource Exchange A celebration of Olympic-sized cues. She also does make sounds and match to adopt a waiting child. (MARE) at 617-54-ADOPT (617- proportions is coming to the her caregivers are very attuned to Adoptive parents can be single, mar- 542-3678) or visit www.mareinc.org. Whip City. See story Page 9. what her different tones mean. Alexis ried, or partnered; experienced or The sooner you call, the sooner a Alexis loves being around other children not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ waiting child will have “a permanent and likes participating in different singles and couples. place to call HOME.” PAGE 2 -MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS

1669 1770 1775 1775 1792 1783 1741 1780 1810 Westfield Southwick Huntington Granville Russell Chester Blandford Montgomery Tolland AROUND TOWN Submit your Around Town News to [email protected] Huntington Council on Winter Olympics Attention Budding Filmmakers Celebration for Teens The Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative (BFMC) is pleased to present a non-credit workshop, Aging St. Valentine’s FILM PRODUCTION 1, in partnership with Berkshire Community College at BCC’s Main Campus at the SPL in Pittsfield, MA. The course will meet for 8-sessions on Wednesdays, from 6:30pm-8:30pm, begin- Luncheon Event On Wednesday, February 7th at 3 PM ning February 7th. The Huntington Council on Aging is plan- teens in grades 7-12 are invited to come to This introduction to film and video production provides a foundation in the principles, techniques ning a St. Valentine’s Event of a Soup and the Southwick Public Library to celebrate and equipment involved in production. Students will write, produce, direct, and edit individual proj- Grilled Cheese Sandwich Buffet Luncheon on the 2018 Winter Olympics! Come watch ects. On completing this course, students will understand the basics of scripting, camera operation, Thursday, February 15th at 12:00 in Stanton Cool Runnings (PG) and make an direction, lighting, sound, and non-linear editing. They will achieve proficiency in camera operation Hall. There will be a choice of two soups. Olympics-themed craft! Refreshments will including framing, exposure, focus and movement as well as demonstrate competency in non-linear Grilled cheese bar will include a variety of be served. Any questions? Visit the Library editing software. To register, go to http://shop.berkshirecc.edu/ under the Professional Development cheeses and toppings. The luncheon is open to or call 413-569-1221. category. The cost is $320 for the 8 classes. Students must be 16 years+ to participate. The instructor all Huntington residents. There is no cost for for the course is Emmy nominated, award-winning producer, editor and videographer Tony Dunne. seniors and veterans. All others by voluntary Westfield Farmers’ BFMC is a creative economic engine that supports production and workforce development in donation. To reserve a seat, please call Helen Western Massachusetts. BFMC develops educational and workforce enrichment courses, offers net- at 413 512 5200, Jen at 413 512 5205, or Market Extended working events for industry professionals, acts as a resource for visiting productions, creates jobs Aimee at 413 512 5202 by February 8th. within our communities in the film industry and provides an on-line production guide and locations The Westfield Farmers’ Market will Seating is limited and by reservation only. have three Winter Markets to be held database as a resource for filmmakers. BFMC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more infor- mation visit www.berkshirefilm.org, call 413.528.4223 or contact [email protected]. inside the Church of the Atonement, 36 Court Street. The next date is February 10. ‘Honor Our Men The hours are 10 am to 3 pm. As we have had all summer, we feature Humason Announces February Office Hours in Black’ 25 to 30 local vendors and crafters selling The Westfield Council 100 of the Knights of all sorts of fresh produce and other prod- State Senator Don Humason announced Highway Southwick, MA Columbus is planning a night to “Honor Our ucts. There will also be music, thanks to a today that he will be holding public office Tuesday, February 27 – Montgomery Town Men in Black”. Come join us Friday, February grant from the Westfield Cultural Council. hours during February in cities and towns Hall 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 161 Main Road 9, 2018 for an appreciation night to honor all SNAP and HIP benefits are accepted, and throughout the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire Montgomery, MA the priests in Westfield. The Villa Rose we will match up to $5.00 when SNAP District. Senator Humason or his staff will be All are welcome to visit and share their Restaurant of Ludlow will cater with the fol- tokens are purchased at the Market Table. available at public office hours on the follow- thoughts or concerns about state matters with lowing choices: Baked Stuffed Chicken or For more information please visit our web ing dates: Senator Humason and his staff. In addition to Sole Stuffed with a seafood dressing. The page at www.westfieldfarmersmarket.net Tuesday, February 13 – Granville Town office hours throughout the district, Senator location for the event is Our Lady of the or call 562-5431 x101. Hall 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM 707 Main Road Humason and staff are also available to meet Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall, 127 Holyoke Granville, MA with constituents at the Senator’s district Road, Westfield. The event will take place Monday, February 26 – Westfield office, located at 64 Noble Street in Westfield. from 5:30 – 8:30 (dinner will be served at Athenaeum 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Whitney No appointment is necessary, but calling 6:00). Tickets are $20.00 per person and will Study 6 Elm Street Westfield, MA ahead is recommended. Senator Humason’s EDITOR’S NOTE: be available at your parish offices through The Westfield News regrets misiden- Monday, February 26 – Russel Council on District Office staff can be reached at (413) February 4th. Please make checks payable to tifying the 2018 Colleen winner in Aging 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 65 Main Street 568-1366. Staff in his Boston Office can be the Knights of Columbus. Let’s make this a Saturday’s edition. See additional Russell, MA reached at (617) 722-1415 for legislative mat- night to remember for our honored priests. photo from the event on Page 8. Tuesday, February 27 – Southwick Council ters. Senator Humason’s email address is on Aging 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 454 College [email protected]

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Monday, Feb. 5, the 36th day of 2018. There are 329 days left in the year.

n Feb. 5, 1918, during World War I, the Cunard on CBS-TV. deficit reduction package of spending cuts and tax rev- liner SS Tuscania, which was transporting about enue that would delay the effective date of steeper auto- O2,000 American troops to Europe, was torpedoed In 1971, Apollo 14 astronauts Alan Shepard and Edgar matic cuts scheduled to kick in on March 1. (The president by a German U-boat in the Irish Sea with the loss of Mitchell stepped onto the surface of the moon in the first of and congressional leaders failed to reach an agreement, more than 200 people. two lunar excursions. and the $85 billion in federal spending cuts, known as se- quester, went into effect.) On this date: In 1988, the Arizona House impeached Republican Gov. In 1631, the founder of Rhode Island, Roger Williams, and Evan Mecham, setting the stage for his trial in the state One year ago: his wife, Mary, arrived in Boston from England. Senate, where he was convicted of obstructing justice and Tom Brady led one of the greatest comebacks in sports misusing state funds allegedly funneled to his Pontiac deal- history highlighted by an unbelievable Julian Edelman In 1783, Sweden recognized the independence of the Unit- ership. catch that helped lift New England from a 25-point hole ed States. In 1989, the Soviet Union announced that all but a small against the Atlanta Falcons to the Patriots’ fifth Super Bowl victory, 34-28, the first ever in overtime. In 1887, Verdi’s opera “Otello” premiered at La Scala. rear-guard contingent of its troops had left Afghanistan. In 1917, Mexico’s present constitution was adopted by the In 1993, President Bill Clinton signed the Family and Medical Today’s Birthdays: Leave Act, granting workers up to 12 weeks unpaid leave for Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron is 84. Actor Stuart Da- Constitutional Convention in Santiago de Queretaro. The mon is 81. Tony-winning playwright John Guare (gwayr) is U.S. Congress passed, over President Woodrow Wilson’s family emergencies. veto, an act severely curtailing Asian immigration. 80. Financial writer Jane Bryant Quinn is 79. Actor David Ten years ago: Selby is 77. Singer-songwriter Barrett Strong is 77. Football In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt proposed increas- More than 80 tornadoes began touching down in the mid- Hall of Famer Roger Staubach is 76. Movie director Michael ing the number of U.S. Supreme Court justices; the propos- western and southern U.S.; the deadliest of the twisters Mann is 75. Rock singer Al Kooper is 74. Actress Charlotte al, which failed in Congress, drew accusations that Roos- claimed 57 lives. Sen. John McCain seized command of Rampling is 72. Racing Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip is 71. evelt was attempting to “pack” the nation’s highest court. the race for the Republican presidential nomination, win- Actress Barbara Hershey is 70. Actor Christopher Guest is ning delegate-rich primaries from the East Coast to Califor- 70. Actor Tom Wilkinson is 70. Actor-comedian Tim Mead- In 1943, “The Outlaw,” Howard Hughes’ controversial West- nia on Super Tuesday; Sen. Barack Obama, trailing much ows is 57. Actress Jennifer Jason Leigh is 56. Actress Laura ern featuring the screen debut of Jane Russell, premiered in of the night, nearly pulled even with Sen. Hillary Rodham Linney is 54. Rock musician Duff McKagan (Velvet Revolv- San Francisco. Clinton in the contest for Democratic delegates. Maharishi er) is 54. World Golf Hall of Famer Jose Maria Olazabal is Mahesh Yogi, a guru to the Beatles who introduced the 52. Actor-comedian Chris Parnell is 51. Rock singer Chris In 1958, Gamal Abdel Nasser was formally nominated to West to transcendental meditation, died at his home in the Barron (Spin Doctors) is 50. Singer Bobby Brown is 49. Ac- become the first president of the new United Arab Republic Dutch town of Vlodrop; he was believed to be about 90. tor Michael Sheen is 49. Actor David Chisum is 48. Country (a union of Egypt and Syria which lasted until 1961). singer Sara Evans is 47. Country singer Tyler Farr is 34. Neo-soul musician Mark Shusterman (Nathaniel Rateliff & In 1967, “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour” premiered Five years ago: President Barack Obama asked Congress for a short-term the Night Sweats) is 33. Actor-singer Darren Criss is 31. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 3 Government Meetings Gateway Superintendent’s Corner MONDAY, FEB. 5 The enhanced dialogue between town officials, for many years. All we see for that effort is a Southwick: the school committee and district administration— reduction in reimbursement the following year. Conservation Commission Meeting at 7 pm both during school committee meetings and in our There is also a significant push by the Rural facilitated discussion series—has led to some Schools Coalition (which Gateway belongs to) to mutually agreeable next steps for action. While we enact Rural School Aid to support those schools Granville: are still not in total agreement on how to move whose student populations are decreasing to the Selectboard at 7 pm forward with next year’s budget, general consen- point that educational opportunities are becoming sus is that there are several actions that could help more unequal with our suburban counterparts. In Assessors at 7:30 pm us make the process easier as we move forward, addition, there has been much discussion over the Planning Board at 7:30 pm which require some support from the state. years of decreasing unfunded mandates but a new One of the items that we all have a common twist has been added recently, this being that there concern about is the great fluctuation between should be some sort of delineation on mandates Blandford: town assessments from one year to another. So, between small schools/towns and our larger urban Police Department Meeting at 6 pm while the overall assessment may be low (the aver- Gateway Regional counterparts. Assessor’s Meeting at 6 pm age being slightly less than 2.5% over the last 15 School District While we could certainly outline other ideas for years), some towns can see increases approaching Superintendent Dr. state and federal changes that would help our Selectboard Meeting at 7 pm double digits while other towns see decreases. David B. Hopson. schools and towns move forward in a positive Zoning Board Meeting at 7 pm These differences are based upon changes in their manner, the ones outlined here would suffice at percentage of students enrolled in the district as this point to support our schools and allow our well as on state mandated changes in minimum towns an easier time of financially supporting our Tolland: contribution by town. While there are some long-term solu- students. Board of Selectmen at 5 pm tions that could be put into place to smooth these swings out (for example using a five-year rolling average) this would require revising Gateway’s regional agreement. That is not a likely scenario for this budget year. However, the state auditor has recommended that the DESE consider ‘piloting’ some alternative assessment methods. When the acting Commissioner was asked about this, he indicated the Department of Teen After-school Hangout at the Elementary and Secondary Education would consider this but would need legislative approval to move forward. At a recent Southwick Public Library meeting, the town officials and district officials asked our leg- Grades 7-12 can stop by the February Hangout at the islators to consider moving the ability to pilot assessment Southwick Public Library on Wednesday, February 14th programs for regional schools forward this year. from 2:30-3:30pm. Play a game on our new PS4 or Wii and Another major hurdle for our towns is the repayment, or have a snack! At this month’s hangout we will be making clawback, by the Massachusetts School Building Authority Valentine’s Day themed tissue paper votives. For further (MSBA) of the money the state put into renovating our now information, please contact the reference desk at 413-569- closed elementary schools. The general consensus of our offi- 1221 ex.3. cials is that this should be waived, especially if these buildings are being used for municipal purposes (i.e., the Blandford Elementary building now houses town offices). What has been Huntington Council on pointed out is that, as school populations shrink in Western Aging St. Valentine’s Event Massachusetts and the state looks towards consolidation as a means of becoming more cost efficient, the repayment to The Huntington Council on Aging is planning a St. MSBA reduces, or in some Valentine’s Event of a Soup and Grilled Cheese Sandwich cases may eliminate, any Buffet Luncheon on Thursday, February 15th at 12:00 in potential savings. It’s like Stanton Hall. There will be a choice of two soups. Grilled being stuck between a con- cheese bar will include a variety of cheeses and toppings. solidation push by the DESE The luncheon is open to all Huntington residents. There is and paying back the MSBA no cost for seniors and veterans. All others by voluntary when you do consolidate. donation. To reserve a seat, please call Helen at 413 512 Again, our officials asked for 5200, Jen at 413 512 5205, or Aimee at 413 512 5202 by legislative help with this issue February 8th. Seating is limited and by reservation only. at a recent meeting. The idea of school choice, originally intended to allow Irish Gala Feb. 25 to students to leave a failing Benefit Sisters of St. Joseph school district to go to a bet- ter school district, has The Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield will sponsor an morphed into a debacle in Irish Gala on Sunday, February 25, from 1:00 – 5:00 P.M. at Massachusetts that many the Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee. The superintendents would like to fundraiser will include dancing, raffles, food (warm corned change. One idea is that the beef sandwiches), cash bar and music by the Andy Healy state needs to set an applica- Band with Mary Ward. Irish Soda Bread made by Sisters tion deadline, as they do for and friends will be sold. Proceeds will benefit the Sisters of example with vocational St. Joseph. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at schools, so that a district can the Sisters of St. Joseph Congregational Offices at 577 better anticipate budgetary Carew St., Springfield during business hours. Contact Sr. impacts and plan accordingly. Eleanor Harrington at (413) 536-0853 or email: In addition, the original legis- [email protected] or Marty Kearney (413) lation enacting school choice 522-0569 for more information. set a two percent cap that we

feel should be applied to Huntington Council on Aging Bus Trip every district, especially those that are not failing by The Huntington Council on Aging is planning a trip to the the state’s definition. 2018 Boston Flower Show on Thursday, March 15, 2018. While these requests do not We will depart from the Huntington Town Hall at 8 am and add additional costs to the from Westfield at 8:30 am. To celebrate the change of sea- upcoming state budget pro- sons from winter to spring, Boston annually hosts a mag- cess, there are other requests nificent horticultural exhibition. The 2018 Flower Show’s that do and therefore would special theme will be “Savoring Spring” which will be a require legislative and execu- veritable horticultural event, promoting the crusaders, inno- tive appropriations. These vative tools and lengendary plants helping to make us all include the long time promise champions in the battle for garden supremacy in the spring of 100% regional transporta- time! After the show we will stop at Vinezia Restaurant tion reimbursement. While with a choice of Chicken Parmesan, Steak Tips or Baked the DESE believes 100% Haddock menu. We will arrive back about 5 pm. Travel reimbursement does not pro- will be provided by Fox Tours Luxury Silver Fox Motor mote efficiency, the legisla- Coach. Cost of the trip is $64 for Huntington residents and ture and Governor have not $84 all others. Payment due date is February 26th, 2018. To set a hard target so that reserve a seat, please call Helen at 413.512.5200 or Jen at regional schools can budget 413.512.5205. appropriately. In addition, the reimbursement language does Coloring and Cookies for Teens at the not include any incentives for saving money on busing; for Southwick Public Library example, Gateway has Grades 7-12 can come in to the Southwick Public Library reduced our number of buses, on February 27th from 2:30-4:00 to color, chat, and have and therefore costs, each year some cookies! We will have all the coloring sheets, gel pens, and colored pencils that you’ll need to take part in this relax- ing activity. For further information, please contact the ref- erence desk at 413-569-1221 ex.3. When it comes to 21st century multimedia platforms, “hyper local” is a Hyper • Local term you hear a lot. Sarah Gillett Services Accepting Grant It’s not a new idea. In fact, The Westfield News has been providing Requests readers with “hyper local” news coverage of Westfield, Southwick, and Sarah Gillett Services for the Elderly, Inc. is currently accepting preliminary Grant Requests from non-profit orga- the Hilltowns all along. Television, radio and regional newpapers only nizations providing services to the elderly residents of the provide fleeting coverage of local issues you care about. TV stations and greater Westfield area. The filing deadline is March 1, 2018. big newspaper publishers, after years of cutbacks and mergers, frankly Since the Sarah Gillett Trust was established in 1971, thousands of dollars have been awarded each year to those aren’t able to provide in-depth coverage of smaller markets anymore. non-profit organizations in the greater Westfield area that are serving the elderly populations within this location. But, day in and day out, The Westfield News provides consistant Preliminary applications should include the specific coverage of the stories you need to know about, that are important to amount desired, with a brief, one page explanation of the services the organization would provide. No brochures or your city, town, neighborhood and home. lengthy descriptions of the organization should be provided at this time. Shortly after the filing date of March 1st, qualifying appli- cants will be contacted and an appointment for an interview with the trustees will be established. Interviews are gener- The Westfield News Group ally set for Thursday afternoons between 2:15 PM – 4:15 62 School Street • Westfield, MA 01085 • (413) 562-4181 PM. Preliminary Grant Requests are to be mailed to: The The Westfield News • The Original • Sarah Gillett Services For The Elderly, Inc., P.O. Box 1871, PENNYSAVER • Longmeadow News Enfield Press Westfield, MA 01086

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To get the full effect of the PulseLine, listen to the calls at thewestfieldnews.com Trump era throws In this Oct. 4, 2017, file photo, a device called a “bump stock” is attached to a semi-automatic rifle at the Gun Vault store wrench into grad and shooting range in South Jordan, Utah. Some states and cities are taking the lead on banning bump stocks as efforts stall in Washington. The controversial device was used in the Las Vegas shooting, allowing a semi-automatic rifle to mimic students’ hopes for unions a fully automatic firearm. Gun-control advocates say the push fits a pattern in gun politics: inaction in Washington that NEW YORK (AP) — Graduate teaching assistants at pri- forces states to take charge. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File) vate universities had high hopes 18 months ago when a fed- eral labor board ruled that they had a right to collective bar- gaining, but after the election of President Donald Trump, some schools are taking another shot at halting the burgeoning Cities and states take the lead unionization movement. Columbia University announced in a university-wide email Tuesday that the school wouldn’t bargain with the graduate students who voted more than 2 to 1 for union representation, and would instead appeal to a federal court. Yale and Boston on banning bump stocks College, among others, have also filed legal appeals, rather In the immediate aftermath of the amount to machine guns that are regu- the Las Vegas shooting, gun dealers than begin negotiating with newly unionized students. deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. lated under the National Firearms Act said they rarely had customers wanting It may be a sign that administrators are anticipating that the history, there was a fevered pitch to ban that dates to the 1930s. to buy one — but then couldn’t keep up National Labor Relations Board, now being reconstituted with bump stocks, the device that allowed Richard Vasquez was assistant chief with the demand in the days and months appointees of the strongly pro-business Republican president, the shooter’s semi-automatic rifles to of the ATF’s technology bureau and led afterward. The leading manufacturer of will reverse the decision it made in 2016 and declare that mimic the rapid fire of machine guns. the review of bump stocks. He stands bump stocks, Texas-based Slide Fire graduate students are not employees after all. With that push stalled at the federal by the agency’s 2010 ruling, which Solutions, briefly stopped selling them, “It’s not a crazy strategy to stall because it is very likely that level, a handful of states and some cit- relied on a key difference between posting a notice on its website that it this board with a number of appointees from Trump will ies are moving ahead with bans of their semi-automatic and fully automatic had suspended sales to keep up with return to the idea that graduate students are primarily stu- own. firearms: While semi-automatic fire- demand. It has since resumed sales. dents,” said Harry Katz, a professor of collective bargaining Massachusetts and New Jersey — arms require a separate and indepen- Massachusetts, which has some of at Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor two states led by Republican governors dent pull of the trigger to fire a bullet, the nation’s strictest gun laws, enacted Relations. — as well as the cities of Denver and fully automatic firearms can fire multi- its ban a month after the Las Vegas Unions have represented teaching and research assistants at Columbia, South Carolina, have enact- ple rounds with a single trigger pull. shooting, pushed through a Democratic- public universities for decades, but New York University is ed laws prohibiting the sale and posses- ATF determined bump stocks didn’t controlled Legislature and signed into the only private university in the U.S. with a collective bar- sion of the devices, which were attached convert a semi-automatic firearm into law by a Republican lieutenant gover- gaining agreement with graduate students. to a half-dozen of the long guns found one that is fully auto. nor. New Jersey followed suit last Universities have generally argued that even though gradu- in the hotel room of the Las Vegas “It’s a proper determination. month with a measure signed into law ate teaching assistants are paid — their mean annual pay was shooter who in October killed 58 peo- Everybody wants to jump the gun and by outgoing Republican Gov. Chris $35,810 in 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ple and injured hundreds more attend- say that ATF made a mistake,” said Christie. About a dozen other states are — treating them like employees would disrupt the mentoring ing a nearby outdoor concert. A little Vasquez, who left the agency in 2014. considering similar bills. relationship between budding scholars and the professors over a dozen other states are also con- “ATF didn’t make a mistake.” “This is a very familiar story. The supervising their academic pursuits and research. sidering bans on bump stocks. The federal agency is reviewing its Congress cowers in the face of the The NLRB’s position on whether students have a right to Gun-control advocates say the push ruling, something Vasquez and others NRA, and the states act,” said John unionize has shifted. fits a pattern in gun politics: inaction in caution is a dangerous move without Feinblatt, president of Everytown for In 2004, during the presidency of George W. Bush, a Washington that forces states to take Congress first changing the law to spe- Gun Safety, which advocates for tough- Republican, the board ruled that graduate student instructors the lead. Gun-rights advocates call it a cifically make such devices illegal. er gun laws. are not employees. The board reversed itself in 2016 under knee-jerk reaction that will do little to “If ATF is allowed to write a regula- Connecticut, home to some of the President Barack Obama, a Democrat. stop bad guys from killing, and vow a tion to change the definition of this world’s most legendary gun makers, is The five-member NLRB currently has four members who legal challenge. device, instead of a law, it’s going to among the other states considering are split evenly between appointees of Trump and Obama. For Zach Elmore, the issue is deeply give all government agencies authority bans. Trump’s nominee for the fifth seat, management-side labor personal. His sister among those to change their regulations, which could Rep. William Tong, a Democrat and lawyer John Ring, awaits Senate confirmation. wounded in the Las Vegas attack. He affect us in a wide variety of ways,” House chairman of the Connecticut Chaz Lee, a graduate student in music history at the finds hope in the statewide and local Vasquez warned. Legislature’s Judiciary Committee, University of Chicago, said a pro-union vote there in October efforts to ban bump stocks. Legislation in Congress has remained called it a commonsense measure that was “a really heartening moment for all of us.” “Hopefully it’s the start of a big in limbo despite early signs from a puts public safety first. He had hoped it would lead to better pay and health insur- movement versus just a flash in the bipartisan mix of lawmakers and advo- “The federal government has demon- ance coverage. Many graduate students struggle to find pan,” Elmore said. “Obviously you can- cates who voiced alarm that such a strated that, given the composition of affordable housing near the university, he said. not legislate (against) evil, but you can device was deemed legal and on the the Congress right now, it’s not possible “Some departments give raises; some don’t,” he said. legislate the things with which bad market. Even the National Rifle to pass commonsense gun laws,” he “None of these are enshrined in a contract that ensures that people will use to perpetrate evil.” Association sounded open to great reg- said. “Connecticut can’t wait.” our compensation would go up to stay in line with the cost of The devices were originally intended ulation of bump stocks. Gun-rights advocates say the efforts living.” to help people with disabilities and Joyce Malcolm, a professor at George undermine the Second Amendment and After the unionization vote, the university filed a motion were little known and little sold until Mason University’s Antonin Scalia will do little to stop criminals. urging the NLRB to reverse its 2016 ruling and once again the Las Vegas shooting. They fit over School of Law, said the bans likely “Anti-gun Democrats love to ban designate graduate students as students, not workers. the stock and pistol grip of a semi- would withstand a legal challenge, but things. That is their answer,” said Erich “Our concern here is simply about the potential effects of automatic rifle and allow the weapon to she wonders about more practical mat- Pratt, executive director of Gun Owners unionization on our ability to provide our students with the fire rapidly, some 400 to 800 rounds per ters: How might they be enforced? of America, who added bump stocks individualized support they need to flourish in their research minute, mimicking a fully automatic “I don’t see a real constitutional issue. I have rarely, if ever, been used in a and teaching,” University of Chicago Executive Vice Provost firearm. just wonder about actually getting these crime before the Las Vegas shooting. David Nirenberg said in a letter to graduate students. The federal Bureau of Alcohol, devices out of circulation for people who “This is their chance to say, ‘Hey, we’re Columbia administrators voiced a similar concern after Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives already have them,” she said. doing something. Look at us. We’re teaching assistants voted to join the United Auto Workers. reviewed the devices and approved It’s not known how many of the doing something.’ It’s not going to do “We remain convinced that the relationship of graduate them in 2010, ruling they did not devices are in circulation. At the time of anything.” students to the faculty that instruct them must not be reduced to ordinary terms of employment,” Columbia University Provost John Coatsworth said in his email to the university community Tuesday. Julie Kushner, the regional head of the UAW, said the union Letter to the Editor hopes to mobilize community opposition to Columbia’s deci- sion not to bargain. Hello Ward 3, and all of Westfield…First, and most important; is to share my thoughts and concerns for the people at 34 Kellogg St. I often walk by their home, and we say hi and chat; very nice people. I went by their house Sat., with Ollie, while See Unions, Page 5 not good, it is good to know that the destruction was limited, and no one was injured. Though for those on the third floor, especially, there is no upside to what happened when you lose so much. I wish you well, and hopefully you are being helped. Second, HELP, I need an inexpensive plumber. As most of you know I am retired and do not have much of an income. If you know anyone who is inexpensive, have them E-mail me, gave up phone as a budget reducer, (at the bottom of the editorial). Initially, I do not need a lot done, but once it is, there is more, and I will look for the means to fund it. The Westfield News Next, Congrats to Sen. Lesser on his persistence to have an East West rail service from Springfield to Boston. This would, along with the North South rail service make Springfield and this region a transportation hub. Now, if we can cooperate, and A publication of the Westfield News Group LLC promote all that goes on in Western Mass.: Arts and Cultural, Leaf peepers, snow lovers, summer vacationers, and local events promoted that we could have a real and lasting econ. upsurge. It would be great for us if the Council could figure out that this Flora Masciadrelli James Johnson-Corwin would be a great investment to re-activate our passenger rail connection, as have Holyoke, Northampton, and Greenfield, and Director of Sales/ Multi-Media Manager Classified Manager soon, Palmer. Though it seems too many are more into econ stagnation, because it costs, instead of planning for an ever more Marie Brazee rapid happening future that would profit us. (Sorry for the sarcasm…but watching the meetings brings that out in me.) Chris Putz Business Manager Lastly, I cannot help but get into some of our national pit Americans against Americans through emotional con jobbery. The Sports Editor Pledge of Allegiance did not exist until 1892, and the Nat. Anthem until 1931, with: to the flag, 1924, and under God, in 1954. Lorie Perry Director of Ad Production If you have ever really, and objectively read about the lives and thinking of our founders they probably would have been at least very iffy about having them. Their loyalty to their states came first, and as a nation of diverse interests and principles; save those agreed to in the Declaration of Independence, and the Preamble of our Constitution, such things would have been ques- Patrick R. Berry tionable. The end of slavery was considered at the Constitutional Convention with only one state opposed, (So. Carolina) so it President was put off and not taken up again. So, I doubt that such gesture would have been acceptable. It does amuse me that a lot of Southern Red States are so enraged about footballers kneeling (not insulting our nation, but to draw attention to being treated 62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 as 2nd class citizens) when they attacked the U.S., and tried to over throw our form of government, burned and stamped on our (413)562-4181 flag, and some still do. In the 1960’s; stationed in the South, I still heard: that the South will rise again…, and recently, with some in the South waving WWII, German National Socialist Flags (that must really show respect to our WWII Vets) Their www.thewestfieldnews.com political hypocrisy gets to be too much. Again ending on a rant, but I cannot help it when such, can I print BS, is used to divide America. Your former Ward 3 City Councilor, and Community Advocate….Brian Hoose, [email protected] THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 5 Firefighters: Police Logs WESTFIELD Major crime and incident report Fire destroys Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018 1:24 a.m.: Assault, Elm Street. Police received a report of a patron at an establishment, who “may have came with some type of pocket knife or sharp object on his persons” and that a 200-year-old home bouncer that was reportedly searching the person had alleg- REHOBOTH, Mass. (AP) — A fire has destroyed a edly received a “minor cut to” their hand. Following this, the 200-year-old home in a Massachusetts town. patron was allegedly “kicked out” of the bar and reported that Firefighters responded to the blaze in Rehoboth around they were allegedly assaulted by the bouncer. One person was 12:20 a.m. Sunday. Assistant Fire Chief Mark Haskell says reportedly transported to Baystate Noble Hospital via the flames were so intense motorists could see it from the Westfield Fire ambulance and personnel. Police reported that nearby Interstate 195. charges were pending. The fire had engulfed the home and a nearby barn before 11:57 a.m.: Larceny, East Main Street. Police received a report from a business of clothing recycling bins that were firefighters were able to get it under control. allegedly stolen from the parking lot. The bins were report- Fire officials say a working fire alarm helped all of the edly 700 pounds each, according to police. It is under investi- residents escape the home unharmed. A relative of the owner AG Healey launches gation. of the building tells The Sun Chronicle five or six of his 15 3:34 p.m.: Vandalism motor vehicle, Elm Street. Police tractors were destroyed. received a report of an arrow that had reportedly been shot in Authorities are currently investigating what sparked the online portal for the air and then landed on and broke a windshield of a vehicle. fire. It is under investigation. 9:31 p.m.: Traffic or motor vehicle complaint and arrest, data breach reports Elm Street. Police received a report of a bottle that was report- Man arrested, boy hospitalized edly thrown at a car from another vehicle. Police reported that the bottle was allegedly a nip bottle. According to police, this after crash in Weymouth BOSTON (AP) — Attorney General Maura Healey has incident stemmed from an alleged “road rage” incident. Police WEYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts man is fac- unveiled a new online portal to let businesses and organizations arrested Kalpit S. Patel, 27, of Westfield, and charged him ing several charges in connection with a crash that left a report data breaches. with operating under influence of liquor and negligent opera- 3-year-old boy in critical condition. The Democrat said the online portal should make it easier to tion of motor vehicle. Authorities say the crash happened around 10 p.m. Saturday alert her office to the potential theft of information. on Route 3 in Weymouth when 34-year-old Florian Roshi Since November 2007, the attorney general’s office has Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018 swiped a guard rail before swerving back into traffic. received notice of more than 21,000 breaches, with 3,821 12:59 a.m.: Officer wanted and arrest, Beckwith Avenue. Police say the unrestrained 3-year-old was thrown from breaches reported in 2017 affecting more than 3.2 million resi- Police received a report of two people who allegedly drove Roshi’s truck. The child was transported to Boston Children’s dents. slowly by a property they were previously advised not to Hospital, and police say his condition is unchanged as of Healey says data breaches can put Massachusetts residents at return to. Police stopped the vehicle on King Street. Police Sunday night. risk of identity theft and financial fraud. reported arresting Randy C. Royland, 38, of Westfield, and Another 8-year-old boy who was in the truck was not State law requires any entity that owns or licenses a con- charged him with operating motor vehicle with license sus- sumer’s personal information to notify the attorney general’s pended. injured. Police have not released Roshi’s relationship to the 11:32 a.m.: Accident, hit-and-run, Pearl Street. Police two boys. office any time personal information is compromised. Data breaches can be due to intentional hacking or human received a report of a vehicle that was reportedly struck and Roshi has been charged with operating under the influence damaged sometime between 6 p.m. the night before and the of drugs and child endangerment among other vehicle charg- error, such as sending an email to the wrong person or losing a laptop. time of the call. es. 1:48 p.m.: Shoplifting and arrest, Big Y East Main Street. Police arrested a male party after they had reportedly seen them leaving the store with a carriage of soda after allegedly not paying. Police arrested Lawrence M. Disco, 54, of Holyoke, and charged him with shoplifting $100+ by asporta- Students, falculty members say colleges tion and trespass. 4:50 p.m.: Warrant service and arrest, West Road. Police reported that they served an arrest warrant. While doing this, must use 100 percent renewable energy police reported that the defendant allegedly walked away and BOSTON (AP) — Students dramatically cut greenhouse The bill would require Gov. Gina Raimondo plans to clenched their fists, and allegedly made it difficult for police to handcuff them. Police reported having to utilize a tazer. and faculty members in gas emissions. They’re gath- Massachusetts to achieve discuss progress on Monday. Christian R. Lent, 40, of Westfield, was arrested on the war- Massachusetts are planning ering at the Statehouse total renewable electricity rant, as well as charged with resist arrest. to converge on the Statehouse Tuesday. generation by 2035 and phase to pressure colleges and uni- The group hopes to pres- out fossil fuels across all sec- versities to switch to 100 per- sure lawmakers to adopt a bill tors by 2050. cent renewable energy. committing Massachusetts to Rhode Island aims to Unions The students point to a vote obtaining 100 percent of its increase the amount of clean Continued from Page 4 by the Boston University energy from renewable sourc- energy in the state tenfold by “People expect that from a Walmart,” Kushner said. “They don’t expect it from a presti- board of trustees last year to es like solar and wind. the end of 2020. Democratic gious university.” Randi Weingarten, head of the American Federation of Teachers, which is working with graduate students at the University of Chicago and elsewhere, accused administrators of “try- ing to run out the clock,” on the unionization movement, “cynically calculating that a Donald Trump-appointed board will move to trample it.” Some universities have not said outright that they won’t bargain with graduate students but have filed appeals challenging the validity of elections. Al Gore to speak about climate Boston College has argued that the NLRB rulings don’t apply because it is a Roman Catholic institution. Other universities, including American University in Washington, D.C., and Tufts and change and politics at Tufts Brandeis in the Boston area, have agreed to negotiate with newly unionized students. MEDFORD, Mass. (AP) — Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore is speaking about Stephan Lefebvre, a graduate student in economics who is on the bargaining committee at climate change and politics at Tufts University. American University, said talks are going well. The 69-year-old Democrat is slated to appear Wednesday at the university in the “I won’t be happy until it’s in the books,” he said. Boston suburbs. The event is open to the Tufts community but will also be livestreamed Matt Dauphin, the higher education coordinator for Service Employees International Union online. Local 509, which represents grad students at Tufts and Brandeis, said negotiations started last Kelly Sims Gallagher, a professor of energy and environmental policy at Tufts, will fall at both campuses. moderate the discussion with Gore, who was the subject of “An Inconvenient Truth,” an “At this point we are optimistic about our chances to meet a signed contract,” he said. Oscar-winning documentary about global warming. Gore received a Nobel Peace Prize Dauphin said he hopes the negotiations will continue even if the NLRB reverses itself on in 2007 for his climate change activism. graduate student union rights. Gore served as vice president under President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 2001 and lost “We’re hopeful that no matter what decision might come down the pipeline, these employ- his bid for president to Republican George W. Bush in 2000. ers will continue to do the right thing,” he said. He also served as a U.S. representative and then a U.S. senator from Tennessee.

YMCA of Greater Massachusetts officials quiet Westfield ‘Chocolate, on Northern Pass rejection BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts officials say they might be forced to select a different Help Us Grow & You WIN! Chowder, project to deliver clean energy into the state. A spokesman for the state’s energy office & Chili Cook Off’ released a carefully-worded statement on Refer a Friend, Family Member It’s time once again to participate in the Friday, one day after New Hampshire regula- annual YMCA of Greater Westfield “Chocolate, tors rejected Northern Pass, the Eversource- or Co-Worker and You will Chowder, & Chili Cook Off” fundraiser. The backed project that Massachusetts had chosen receive a $20.00 Gift Certificate “Cook Off” date is Saturday March 3, 2018, to deliver hydropower from Quebec. 11:30AM-1:30PM. Tickets will be sold at the The statement does not mention Northern to a Local Restaurant! Westfield YMCA in advance, in February, for Pass by name, but notes the state’s procure- $8.00; four for $30.00 or $10.00 at the door. ment process requires that utility companies ~ New Customer INformatIoN ~ This year’s fundraiser will support the conclude contract negotiations with the selected project by March 27. LiveStrong program. LiveStrongat the YMCA Name: ______is a free 12-week exercise program for cancer Spokesman Peter Lorenz says if the con- tracts cannot be finalized, the selection pro- survivors who are currently in or have com- cess would have to be revisited and another Address: ______pleted treatment and are physically decondi- project named to advance. tioned. Developed by Stanford University, this specially designed program has proven to help Phone #: ______survivors regain strength, overcome fatigue, and enhance functional ability to do everyday Southwick Amount: _____ $117 / 26 Weeks -OR- _____ $210.00 / 1Year tasks. We’re welcoming chefs and owners who might be interested in promoting their business Annual Census & Check # ______Credit Card # ______and cooking for a good cause. Chefs will have the opportunity to showcase their cooking Dog License Due skills by cooking either a chili, chowder or a SOUTHWICK — The annual census were Referral Name: ______sweet chocolate delight. The chili and chowder mailed out last week to Southwick residents. If have to be cooked in a Board of Health you have not received your census please help Address: ______approved kitchen. When registering, specify with cost savings and print the form @ www. the exact name of each dish in order for it to be southwickma.org under the Town Clerk’s printed in the right ballot category. Votes will page. The census we do not get back, the town subscription must be paid in advance. referring party must be a be tallied by 1PM. The voting process is in the has to mail a second time. Failure to sign the current subscriber to receive Gift Certificate. spirit of fun with the main goal of fundraising. census will also require us to send back. Please The YMCA will provide the room, tables, and note, failure to fill out a census will put you on the paper goods. You may decorate your table an inactive voting list if you are registered to Mail in this form to: The Westfield News with any business paraphernalia to help pro- vote. As a reminder, you can renew your 2018 62 School St. • Westfield, MA 01085 mote your business. Please reply as soon as dog license through the census forms by send- or Contact Melissa for more Information possible to reserve a table at no cost, and have ing a self-address stamped envelope and all your name or restaurant’s name promoted. For required information stated on the back of 413-562-4181, Ext. 117 more information, contact, Cindy Agan at 568- the census form. 8631 x323 Email: [email protected] The Town Clerk’s Office is available 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. PAGE 6 -MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS BUSINESSFINANCIAL

In this Jan. 21, 2018, Chapter 11 protections file photo, lights illumi- nate the U.S. Capitol on second day of the feder- al shutdown as lawmak- ers negotiate behind For Bon-Ton, closed doors in Washington. The era of trillion-dollar budget deficits is about make a founded in comeback _ and a brewing budget deal hastened the arrival. 19th century, an Lawmakers are inching closer to a two-year, budget-busting spend- ing pact that would give uncertain future whopping budget NEW YORK (AP) — Bon-Ton Stores, saddled with debt increases to both the and faltering sales, enters the week beside a throng of other Pentagon and domestic retailers under bankruptcy protection, seeking a buyer for programs have been pieces or all of a department store that was founded at the tail inching closer to an end of the 19th century. agreement, according to The company has survived a score of severe economic aides and members of downturns, including the Great Depression, but finds itself in Congress. (AP Photo/J. uncharted territory today. Scott Applewhite, File) While Amazon.com has revolutionized the way people shop, the behavior of Americans had had already been diverging radically both in terms of what they buy, and where they buy it. The changes have been so sweeping they’ve left the aisles of many department stores barren of customers even during the crucial days leading up to Christmas. Era of trillion-dollar budget There have been signs for some time that Bon-Ton was in trouble and that did not ease heading into the most recent holiday season. Sales at established Bon-Ton stores, a critical gauge of a retailer’s health, slid 2.9 percent in nine-week period before deficits is making a comeback the New Year. Those sales had tumbled 6.6 percent in the WASHINGTON (AP) — The era of trillion- $603 billion before adding war funds — above prior quarter. dollar budget deficits is about to make a come- “This budget the current cap. Thornberry, R-Texas, said nego- On Sunday, Bon-Ton filed for Chapter 11 protection in the back — and a brewing budget deal could mean dysfunction has tiators are “very close to a budget agreement.” U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware. There, it joined several their return comes just next year. a human cost, and our The budget talks are closely held and occur- dozen other retailers who entered a bankruptcy court over the Talks on a budget-busting spending pact that military is bearing ring as lawmakers struggle to sort through a past year, among them Toys R Us, Payless ShoeSource and would give whopping increases to both the the brunt of it,” solution to protect younger immigrants soon to Gymboree Corp. “The harsh reality is that while Bon-Ton’s management put Pentagon and domestic programs have been — Mac Thornberry, chair- be at risk of deportation with Trump’s elimina- inching closer to an agreement, aides and law- tion of the Deferred Action for Childhood in great effort to make the business sustainable, they were man of the House Armed always running up a down escalator,” said Neil Saunders, the makers said. Services Committee Arrivals program, called DACA, established by GOP defense hawks are prevailing over the President Barack Obama. House Minority managing director of GlobalData Retail. party’s depleted ranks of deficit hawks while Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., has linked prog- Bon-Ton runs 260 stores in 24 states, largely in the Democrats leverage their influence to increase spending for ress on the budget with action to address DACA, but other Northeast and Midwest. domestic priorities such as combating opioid misuse. Democrats are beginning to agitate for delinking the two, lest While the retail and department stores that have sold Details are closely held and subject to change. But at issue the opportunity for a budget pact be lost. Americans goods for generations march into bankruptcy is a two-year deal to increase crunching caps on spending set A trade of offers on Thursday represented progress, aides court, Amazon for the first time booked more than $1 billion by a failed 2011 budget deal. Republicans have pushed for said, but an agreement didn’t appear imminent. The aides, in profits during its most recent quarter. defense increases in the neighborhood of $80 billion a year both Democrats and Republicans, spoke on condition of ano- Bon-Ton, which has dual headquarters in York, and have offered Democrats nearly as much — $60 billion or nymity because the talks are secretive. Pennsylvania, and in Milwaukee, is now in talks with debt so per year — for nondefense programs. The budget caps are the hangover from the 2011 Budget holders about restructuring $1 billion in debt. Add in $80 billion to $90 billion worth of hurricane aid for Control Act, negotiated between Republicans and Obama, that It is closing dozens of stores this year in Wisconsin, Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico, health care funding and prevented a default on the national debt and established a Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana and elsewhere. money for President Donald Trump’s border security plan, deficit-cutting supercommittee. But the failure of the super- “We are currently engaged in discussions with potential and the final tally could total close to $400 billion. The poten- committee left behind unrealistic automatic spending cuts, investors and our debt holders on a financial restructuring tial cost, over the 2018-19 budget years, would rival the defi- known as sequestration, and today’s stringent spending caps. plan, and the actions we are taking are intended to give us cit impact of last year’s tax measure over that period. Deals in 2013 and 2015 eased the effects of sequestration by additional time and financial flexibility,” CEO Bill Tracy said “Republicans for years have made all of these bold prom- replacing cuts to domestic agency operating budgets and the in prepared comments Sunday. ises to rein in spending,” said Brian Riedl, a budget analyst at Pentagon with spending cuts and fee increases elsewhere in Bon-Ton received a commitment of $725 million in debtor- the conservative Manhattan Institute. “And they’re doing the the budget. Those offsetting measures tended to be relatively in-possession financing to operate during its restructuring opposite.” pain-free, though. process. The negotiations are bipartisan since it takes votes from This year’s looming deal is too big, however, to be fully All department stores are attempting to overhaul their Democrats to lift the budget caps and advance a follow-up offset with easy cuts elsewhere so Capitol Hill leaders would appearance, along with what they are offering customers and omnibus spending bill, whose overall cost is likely to exceed simply be adding much of its costs straight to the $20.6 trillion how they get it to them. $1.2 trillion. That means domestic programs get their due, national debt. In a recent regulatory filing, Bon-Ton said it would accel- despite the opposition of conservatives. In the wake of last year’s tax bill, the Congressional Budget erate that campaign as it tries to catch up with Kohl’s, Macy’s “Right now, everything I’m hearing grows the size of gov- Office says the deficit for 2018 will hit about $700 billion — and J.C. Penney, who are devoting major resources to better ernment at 13 percent,” said Rep. Mark Meadows, R-N.C., before any fresh increase. Next year’s deficit is already esti- compete online. citing back-and-forth budget offers. “And that’s a nonstarter mated to reach $975 billion, so the brewing agreement would “Many of Bon- Ton’s stores were in areas where the avail- for conservatives.” mean the first $1 trillion-plus deficit since Obama’s first term. ability of branded fashions and homewares was traditionally Still, Republican deficit hawks stepped aside during last House Budget Committee Chairman Steve Womack, poor,” said Saunders at GlobalData. “However, while this year’s tax debate, and it’s not looking like they’ll mount a R-Ark., told reporters at a GOP retreat that he is considering once made them a focal point and a destination for local stand now. Instead, GOP defense hawks worried about lag- abandoning the chamber’s traditional pursuit of a budget reso- shoppers, the internet has done much to change this dynamic ging readiness, training and weapons procurement are carry- lution this year. Under Capitol Hill’s arcane rules, the annual and has made the stores less relevant, and arguably less nec- ing the day, even if it means placating Democrats with spend- budget resolution is a nonbinding measure that lays out pri- essary, than they once were.” ing elsewhere. orities on spending, taxes and deficits. But it takes follow-up Attempts by Bon-Ton to generate excitement in stores have “This budget dysfunction has a human cost, and our mili- legislation to implement these priorities. fizzled. tary is bearing the brunt of it,” said Mac Thornberry, chairman Womack said he might instead focus his efforts on unspeci- The company in October opened FAO Schwarz toy shops of the House Armed Services Committee, citing a spate of fied changes to Washington’s budget process. He said any in almost 200 stores (FAO Schwarz shut down as an indepen- casualties from training accidents last year. House budget measure “certainly will not have a force of law dent retailer two years ago), but it has done little to revive The potential agreement would significantly exceed Trump’s and, No. 2, is not ever going to see the light of day.” sales. request for a $54 billion increase in defense spending — to Tillerson says US considers Venezuela oil sale restrictions Business BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — to Maduro. For all of his anti-capitalist rheto- Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Sunday ric, Venezuela remains highly dependent on DON’T that the U.S. is still considering restricting the U.S. oil exports, especially for importing food MISS & sale of oil from crisis-torn Venezuela. and medicine, which are in short supply as Tillerson said in Argentina’s capital that the crude prices have plunged and spiraling infla- OUT! U.S. wants “free, fair, and verifiable elec- tion erodes its economy. tions” in Venezuela, and wants to apply “This is under study, it’s under consider- Industry enough pressure to end the crisis in the South ation,” Tillerson said about the potential sanc- American country. The government there has tions. faced widespread criticism over its decision “We’ve had exchanges in Mexico City, to push up presidential elections under condi- we’ve had exchanges today about it, and I tions that opponents say overwhelmingly think the point being that all of us in the favor President Nicolas Maduro. region want to see Venezuela return to its Journal 2018 But Tillerson also said that he wants to find constitution,” said Tillerson, who is on a six- ways to mitigate the negative effect sanctions day trip to Argentina, Colombia, Panama, would have on U.S. oil companies, Peru, Mexico and Jamaica. Venezuelans and other regional countries that Venezuela’s pro-government constitutional A Business magazine showcasing the economic rely on Venezuelan oil. assembly last month ordered the presidential “The situation is becoming quite dire in election to be held by the end of April — and Industry leaders of greater Westfield. Venezuela, so one of the aspects of consider- months ahead of when the country’s presiden- ing sanctioning oil is what effect would it tial voting has traditionally taken place. have on the Venezuelan people, and is it a step Speaking at a joint press conference with To be a part of this Contact us TODAY that might bring this to an end, to a more rapid Tillerson, Argentine Foreign Minister Jorge 413-562-4181 ext. 118 end,” Tillerson said. “Not doing anything to Faurie said that Argentina does not recognize bring this to an end is also asking the “the political process and authoritarian devia- [email protected] Venezuelan people to suffer for a much longer tion of Venezuela,” nor the assembly. He also time.” said Argentina is against the restrictions on Venezuela sits atop the world’s largest oil freedoms and bans imposed on opposition reserves and is the third-largest supplier to the leaders under Maduro’s government. U.S. The U.S. oil industry says that a ban on “We’re always closely following the situa- petroleum imports from Venezuela would tion in Venezuela, which has now drifted Space DeaDline: FebruArY 9, 2018 hurt U.S. jobs and drive up gasoline costs. toward a health and humanitarian crisis of But such sanctions also pose a great threat extraordinary proportions,” Faurie said. Publication Issued March 26, 2018 THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 7 Amazon to pay France $250 million in back taxes PARIS (AP) — Online retailer Amazon has reached a deal with French authorities to pay about $250 million in back taxes. Amazon was asked in 2012 to pay the amount over earnings made in 2006- 2010 and has since been involved in a dispute with tax authorities. Details of the deal have not been revealed. The company said Monday it has reached an “overall settlement agree- ment with the French tax authorities on past issues, and our main objective remains to provide the best possible buying experience for our customers in France, where we have invested more than 2 billion euros since 2010, and cre- ated more than 5,500 permanent jobs.” Amazon last year reached a similar deal with Italian authorities to end a 100-million-euro ($118 million) dispute over its tax payments from 2011-15.

WTA Auto Tech students and instructors show Automotive Service Excellence pride. (Photo submitted) WTA Auto Tech Irish Gala Feb. 25 Continued from Page 1 students to continue his or her education, and an ASE swag bag. Cengage Learning’s Marketing Manager and his partner will be visiting to Benefit Sisters the shop in February to present the award. The students will also be featured on Cengage Learning’s website. Students participating in the contest were Dakota Noel, Nate Rose, Aleksandr Lapko, Caitlin Murphy, Mark Okhrimenko, Kirill of St. Joseph Okhrimenko, Joseph McClain, Edgar Cruz, Bernie Sanchez, Sara Liptak, Brendan Arnold, and Nathaniel Diaz. Auto Tech instructors are Bob Thibault, Charles Pignatare, and Dustin Raney. The Sisters of St. Joseph of “We are very proud of this accomplishment,” Raney said. Springfield will sponsor an Irish Gala on Sunday, February 25, from 1:00 – 5:00 P.M. at the Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee. The fundraiser will include dancing, raffles, food (warm corned beef sandwiches), Small Business Grants cash bar and music by the Andy Healy Continued from Page 1 Band with Mary Ward. Irish Soda to 10 a.m. at the Rinnova Building sen, and each can then be provided grants have also been used for Bread made by Sisters and friends will at 105 Elm St., and after, interested with up to $1,999 in grant money to equipment. be sold. Proceeds will benefit the businesses will receive an application utilize based on individual consulta- “It’s a whole slew of different Sisters of St. Joseph. Tickets are $25 to apply for grant funding through the tion. things that we can help with,” he per person and are available at the program. Miller said that businesses can get said. Sisters of St. Joseph Congregational In order to be eligible, Miller said help with developing a number of For more information, visit the Offices at 577 Carew St., Springfield that the company must have five or ways to improve their enterprise, from city’s website, or contact Miller during business hours. Contact Sr. less employees and the owner must marketing to merchandising. at at p.miller@cityofwestfield. Eleanor Harrington at (413) 536-0853 have household income below the “Typically what we do is we help org , or at (413) 572-6246. or email: EHarrington@ssjspringfield. Housing and Urban Development lim- with marketing, helped with websites, com or Marty Kearney (413) 522-0569 its, in addition to attending the two- helped with signage and graphic for more information. hour seminar. design improvements,” Miller said. Up to eight businesses will be cho- Miller also noted that previous

Carbon Monoxide Westfield Creative Arts/ Poisoning Prevention Westfield on Weekends Westfield G&E asks: are WESTFIELD — Westfield Creative Arts’ newest exhibit will be Morningside a display of paintings by artist you protected from carbon Richard Nowak through January Listen at WSKB.org or watch on Comcast Cable CH. 15

2018 at the Rinnova Gallery, 105 •••••••• MOnDAyS •••••••• RADIO FOR THE WESTFIELD MASSES monoxide poisoning? Elm Street Westfield, MA. WESTFIELD — During winter months, there is an Westfield Creative Arts (WCA) 6-8 am: By George…it’s Monday increased risk associated with carbon monoxide (CO) together with Westfield on with George Delisle poisoning which can build up quickly in enclosed spac- Weekends, Inc. (WOW) combined 8-10am: Owls on the Air with Michael es, and Westfield Gas + Electric wants to remind resi- to form Westfield’s community arts organization, located “at “Buster” McMahon ‘92 dents about the dangers of CO. It is an odorless, color- the intersection of Community and Creativity” ― also known less gas found in improperly functioning or inadequately as The Rinnova Gallery, right in the middle of what’s quickly •••••••• TuESDAyS ••••••• vented heating systems, gas stoves, space heaters, fire- becoming Westfield’s very own Art District. 6-8 am: WOW, It’s Tuesday, with Bob Plasse places, automobiles and gas-fired small engines, includ- WOW and WCA would like to thank the artisans and ing generators. Because you can’t see it, smell it, taste patrons that supported its Shoppe and all the Dickens Days 8-10am: Ken’s Den, with Ken Stomski it, or hear it, carbon monoxide is extremely hazardous. events this past holiday season! From the Lanternlight •••••• WEDnESDAyS ••••• Every year, hundreds of people die in the U.S. from Workshop & Parade, the Mayor’s Tree Lighting ceremony, accidental CO poisoning, and thousands more end up in the Holiday House Tour, and the Dickens Dinners our com- 6-8 am: Wake Up Wed., with Tina Gorman hospital emergency rooms. munity celebrated its history and culture in holiday style! 8-10am: Wednesday Roll Call - Rotating Hosts Common symptoms of CO poisoning include head- This coming year, the shoppe and gallery will close to ache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, 1st Wed On The Town with Mayor Brian Sullivan allow for more classes to be held in the Creative Arts. and confusion. Higher levels of CO inhalation can lead and Denny Atkins (8-10am) to loss of consciousness and death. Unless suspected, Ongoing classes in oil, acrylic and watercolor painting along 2nd Wed Window into Westside CO poisoning can be difficult to diagnose because the with quilting, chair caning, and more. A variety of one day symptoms mimic other illnesses, especially the flu. workshops are also planned. For up to date information on with Mayor Wil Reichelt (8-9am) People who are sleeping or intoxicated can die from CO classes and workshops please go to www.westfieldcre- Chamber Chatter poisoning before ever experiencing symptoms, so ativearts.com or call us at 579-5967. with Kate Phelon (9-10am) installing CO detectors in your home provides the best ——— protection from carbon monoxide. Detectors should be Incorporated as a not-for-profit in 2003, Westfield on 3rd Wed Everything Southwick installed on every level of your home and within 10 feet Weekends is a 501(c)(3), all-volunteer organization that pro- with Selectman Joe Deedy (8-9am) of bedroom doors. Change the batteries every six duces community activities and events that seek to bring ArtsBeat with Mark Auerbach (9-10am) months, and replace detectors every five to seven years. people together in Westfield If you suspect poisoning, get fresh air immediately 4th Wed Rock on Westfield and call for help, either to WG+E 24/7 Emergency with Harry Rock (8-9am) Dispatch at 413-572-0000, or 911. If your detector does Boys and Girls Club Hour sound an alarm, do not assume it is defective. Because with Bill Parks (9-10am) CO is odorless and colorless, you must rely on a detec- Huntington Annual Town tor to warn you of the presence of this harmful gas. By ••••••• THuRSDAyS •••••• following these important steps, you can help keep fam- Report Cover Contest ily safe year round. 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www.sarahgillett.org PAGE 8 - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS Westfield Officially Turns Green With the kick off of the 37th Annual Sons of Erin Colleen Ball, St. Patrick’s season offi- cially begins with the crowning of a new Colleen. (Photos by Lynn F. Boscher)

2018 Colleen and her Court. 2018 Colleen Mackenzie Rogers and her family

2018 Colleen Mackenzie Hope Rogers

2018 Colleen Mackenzie Rogers and 2017 Colleen Ashley Rose Now the party begins with dancing. Day.

Fathers and Daughters Night Out Fathers, Grandfathers and Uncles escorted their daughters, granddaughters and nieces to an enchanted evening of dancing and fun. Girls from 4 to 12 enjoyed getting dressed up and being with their favorite persons. (Photos by Lynn F. Boscher)

Matt and Lauren Rokosz pose for formal Kevin and Olivia Irving try a traditional photos pose

Ryan Prystowski, Sarah Ruffo and Ella Cloutier try some dance moves

Nick and Alyssa Charland show their special move Kristina Brite and Katie Bouchard are “Best” friends

Girls just want to have fun.

Find more LOCAL photos available at www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 9 SPORTS Get in the spirit! By Randall S. Burlingame says, hey this is kind of important,” Correspondent said Barnes.” We have a lot of girls WESTFIELD – A celebration of Olympic- that are interested in this and that’s sized proportions is coming to the Whip City. kind of the purpose of doing these On Wed., Feb. 7, the Longmeadow Lancers two events together. Let’s take this (WHS Co-Op) will welcome the Auburn moment to recognize women’s Rockets at Amelia Park Ice Arena at 6:30 hockey and see where it is and sup- p.m. for a highly-anticipated high school port it. We’d like to see the pro- girls ice hockey game that is being labeled a grams grow.” “free Olympic Spirit Night”. Melissa Vandermyn, the head The Olympic celebration will support the coach for the Longmeadow Lancers achievements of Westfield’s own Kacey girls co-op ice hockey team, said the Bellamy, who is playing on the USA Women’s number of girls trying out for the Ice Hockey Team in the 2018 Winter team has almost doubled over the Olympics, as well as showcase the talent of last few years and they are hoping to high school girls ice hockey. Longmeadow goalie Kayla Brown makes the save on keep raising interest of the program. “It’s going to be a celebration of women’s a point blank shot Saturday against Medway. (Photo by “The more we get the name out, hockey,” said Brian Barnes, Amelia Park Bill Deren) the more the girls have something to KACEY BELLAMY executive director. “The mayor wanted to do look forward to,” said Vandermyn. something and Lindsey Bellamy, Kacey’s game or attending the event. “We’re excited, and Auburn is excit- Barnes, Lindsey, and Vandermyn all expressed sister, made a big push for the event.” “There are so many special little girls all ed. These girls have a unique opportunity to high hopes for the event and said it can be very Barnes and Lindsey both think it’s a rare over the world that dream about becoming an play for a public school team. I know there motivational for young people. and amazing thing to have somebody from Olympic athlete,” said Lindsey. “My sister are a lot of local girls interested in playing.” “The ideal turnout would be if we can fill the your home town make it to the Olympics. had a dream and she went after it with hard Vandermyn thinks that Kacey Bellamy is a stands,” said Barnes. “If we can get about 600 “It’s very important for us, when one of our work, determination and love for the game. great role model for aspiring hockey players, people in the arena to show support, that would community members is doing something Some of these girls can look up to that and largely because of the hard work she put in be awesome. If people stay and watch the whole good, to support them,” said Barnes. “Going hopefully this helps to get more interest in throughout in her career. game to support these young ladies and just take to the Olympics is not a small thing and is girl’s hockey games.” “Kacey grew up playing in the same area away an awareness factor from it, that’d be a something to be really proud of.” Barnes echoed her statement about raising and in the same programs as these girls,” said win-win.” Lindsey went on to say that having people awareness of women’s hockey and hopes that Vandermyn. “That puts everything intro per- The first 100 guests to the event will receive from the area support her sister makes it all seeing what Kacey has accomplished is spective. Having somebody local make it to a free Kacey Bellamy T-shirt. There will also be that more special, and that it can have an encouraging for the young players. the Olympics makes it not so farfetched for a video played that was recorded by Kacey impact on the younger girls playing in the “Something like this is a good catalyst that the girls to dream about.” before she left. Lancers hold off

Longmeadow defensive players Jillian Beaulieu Medway (18), Katherine Guidrey (3) and forward Ashley Barron (9) surround the Medway puck carrier. The Longmeadow (WHS Co-Op) girls ice hockey team received goals from Katelyn Joyal and Karalyn Jones (assist), and Kayla Brown made 18 saves to stave off Medway 2-1 Saturday to improve to 8-4. The Lancers will take on the Auburn Rockets on “Olympic Spirit Night” Wednesday at Amelia Park Ice Keralyn Jones sets up behind the goal and makes a perfect pass to... Arena at 6:30 p.m. (Photos by Bill Deren)

Longmeadow’s Alexis Pfalzgraf fires a shot on goal from the slot.

... Katelyn Joyal, who flicks a back hand shot over the glove of the Medway goalie for Longmeadow’s first goal. Longmeadow forward Jordan Kowalski tries to deflect the puck past the Medway goalie.

WINTER ’17-18 HS Standings/Schedules

BOYS ICE HOCKEY GIRLS BASKETBALL GIRLS SWIMMING FRIDAY’s Results Westfield 12-2-2 Westfield 4-11 Westfield 8-2 BOYS ICE HOCKEY Southwick 3-8 Westfield 1, Beverly 1 BOYS BASKETBALL Gateway 4-3 BOYS SWIMMING GIRLS BASKETBALL Westfield 9-5 Westfield Technical Academy 0-12 Westfield 8-3 Hampden Charter School of Science Southwick 11-3 St. Mary 2-8 60, Westfield Technical Academy 20 Gateway 1-12 WRESTLING Minnechaug 67, Westfield 41 Westfield Technical Academy 6-4 GIRLS ICE HOCKEY Westfield 10-3 St. Mary 4-9 Westfield-Longmeadow Co-Op 7-2

Find the latest Westfield News sports coverage on PAGE 10 - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WESTFIELD STATE SPORTS SCHEDULES 2017-2018 Westfield State 2017-2018 Westfield State University 2017-2018 Westfield State University Women’s Basketball Schedule Men’s-Women’s Wed Feb. 7 at Framingham State 6:00 Tues Feb. 20 MASCAC Quarterfinals Indoor Track and Field Men’s Basketball Schedule Sat Feb. 10 SALEM STATE 1:00 TBA DAYTE DA EVENT LOCATION Wed Feb. 14 FITCHBURG STATE 5:30 Thur Feb. 22 MASCAC Semifinals TBA DAY DATE OPPONENT TIME Sat Feb. 17 at Worcester State 1:00 Sat Feb. 24 MASCAC Championship TBA Saturday Feb. 10 MASCAC/Alliance Championships Wed Feb. 7 at Framingham State 8:00 Rhode Island College- Providence, RI Fri.-Sat. Feb. 16-17 New England Sat Feb. 10 SALEM STATE 3:00 2017-2018 Westfield 2017-2018 Westfield State Division III Finals (W) State University Ice Hockey Schedule Springfield- Springfield, Mass.; Wed Feb. 14 FITCHBURG STATE 7:30 Women’s Swimming Thur Feb. 8 at Framingham State 7:30 M) Middlebury – Middlebury, Vt. & Diving Schedule Sat Feb. 10 at UMass Dartmouth 4:30 Sat. Feb. 24 TBD Sat Feb. 17 at Worcester State 3:00 Fri Feb. 16 New England Thur Feb. 15 WORCESTER STATE 7:35 Saturday March 3 Tufts Final Qualifying Championships Sat Feb. 17 FITCHBURG STATE 5:35 Meet Tues Feb. 20 MASCAC Quarterfinals TBA Tufts University- Medford, Mass. Sat Feb. 17 New England Tues Feb. 20 at Plymouth State 6:00 Championships Thur Feb. 22 MASCAC Semifinals TBA Sat Feb. 24 MASCAC Quarterfinals TBD Fri.-Sat. March 9-10 NCAA Division III Sun Feb. 18 New England Championships Championships Tues Feb. 27 MASCAC Semifinals TBD CrossPlex- Birmingham, Ala. Sat Feb. 24 MASCAC Championship TBA @ University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI Sat March 3 MASCAC Championship TBD

HIGH SCHOOL 2017 WINTER SPORTS SCHEDULES

WESTFIELD Southwick-Tolland GATEWAY REGIONAL WESTFIELD TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Regional High School HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY SAINT MARY HIGH SCHOOL

Mon., Feb. 5, 2018 Mon., Feb. 5, 2018 Mon., Feb. 5, 2018 Mon., Feb. 5, 2018 Mon., Feb. 5, 2018 JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY at Minnechaug, JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Granby, JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. St. JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. JV BOYS BASKETBALL at 5:30 p.m. Westfield Technical Academy, Cyr Arena, 4 p.m. Mary’s, 4:30 p.m. St. Mary’s, 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Chicopee, BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Granby, BOYS BASKETBALL vs. St. Mary’s, BOYS BASKETBALL vs. St. BOYS BASKETBALL at Westfield 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. Mary’s, 6 p.m. Technical Academy, 6 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL at Chicopee, 7 p.m. SKIING @ Berkshire East, 5 p.m. Tues., Feb. 6, 2018 Tues., Feb. 6, 2018 Tues., Feb. 6, 2018 Tues., Feb. 6, 2018 SKIING @ Berkshire East, 5 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Pathfinder, GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. SKIING @ Berkshire East, 5 p.m. JV GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Pioneer Tues., Feb. 6, 2018 6 p.m. Pathfinder, 6 p.m. JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Mount Valley Regional, 5:30 p.m. Everett, Westfield Middle School JV GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. West GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Pioneer Springfield, 5:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 7, 2018 Wed., Feb. 7, 2018 South, 5:30 p.m. Valley Regional, 7 p.m. No Sports Scheduled BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Mount GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. West Springfield, No Sports Scheduled 7 p.m. Everett, Westfield Middle School Wed., Feb. 7, 2018 South, 7 p.m. SKIING @ Berkshire East, 5 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 8, 2018 Thurs., Feb. 8, 2018 No Sports Scheduled JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Pioneer JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Franklin Valley Christian Academy, Tech, 5:30 p.m. Franklin Tech, 5:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 7, 2018 Thurs., Feb. 8, 2018 BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Westfield Middle School North, 5:30 GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (Longmeadow Co-Op) PVIAC Ski Meet, Berkshire East BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Franklin p.m. Tech, 7 p.m. Franklin Tech, 7 p.m. vs. Auburn, Amelia Park Ice Arena, 7 p.m. (Charlemont), 5 p.m. JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Ware, Fri., Feb. 9, 2018 Wed., Feb. 7, 2018 Thurs., Feb. 8, 2018 5:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 9, 2018 No Sports Scheduled BOYS BASKETBALL at Ware, 7 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL at JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Commerce, GIRLS BASKETBALL at Smith Smith Vocational, 6 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Vocational, 6 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 8, 2018 Fri., Feb. 9, 2018 PVIAC Ski Meet, Berkshire East BOYS BASKETBALL at Commerce, 7 p.m. Mon., Feb. 12, 2018 SKIING @ Berkshire East, 5 p.m. PVIAC Indoor Track Championships Mon., Feb. 12, 2018 (Charlemont), 5 p.m. @ Smith College (Northampton), 6 JV BOYS BASKETBALL at BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Duggan JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Smith Smith Academy, 5:30 p.m. p.m. Academy, 5:30 p.m. Academy, Westfield Middle School Fri., Feb. 9, 2018 BOYS BASKETBALL at South, 6:30 p.m. JV GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Chicopee, BOYS BASKETBALL at Smith Smith Academy, 7 p.m. Sat., Feb. 11, 2018 Academy, 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY at Fri., Feb. 9, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Chicopee, 7 p.m. Minnechaug, Smead Arena, 6:10 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. Marblehead, Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL at Commerce, Westfield Middle Amelia Park Ice Arena, 4 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL at Sci-Tech, 7 Sci-Tech, 7 p.m. School North, 5:30 p.m. INDOOR TRACK – PVIAC Championships SKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS @ p.m. @ Smith College (Northampton), 6 p.m. Berkshire East (Charlemont), 10 a.m. Wed., Feb. 14, 2018 Mon., Feb. 12, 2018 JV GIRLS BASKETBALL at Ware, Wed., Feb. 14, 2018 No Sports Scheduled JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Sat., Feb. 10, 2018 5:30 p.m. No Sports Scheduled Pathfinder, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL at Ware, 7 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL at Pathfinder, BOYS ICE HOCKEY at Algonquin, Thurs., Feb. 15, 2018 7 p.m. NorthStar Ice Sports, 4 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 15, 2018 JV BOYS BASKETBALL at JV BOYS BASKETBALL at Smith GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (Longmeadow Co-Op) Wed. Feb. 14, 2018 Smith Vocational, 5 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 vs. Algonquin, Olympia Ice Center, West No Sports Scheduled Vocational, 5 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL at SKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Springfield, 8 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL at Smith Smith Vocational, 6:30 p.m. Berkshire East (Charlemont), 10 Thurs., Feb. 15, 2018 Vocational, 6:30 p.m. a.m. Sun., Feb. 11, 2018 JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Monson, Fri., Feb. 16, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL at Pathfinder, CENTRAL/WEST SWIM CHAMPIONSHIPS 5:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 16, 2018 GIRLS BASKETBALL at 6:30 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Monson, GIRLS BASKETBALL at Commerce, Commerce, 7 p.m. Girls’ Meet – 9 a.m.; Boys’ Meet – 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m. GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (Longmeadow Co-Op) 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14, 2018 JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. at Medway, New England Sport Center, Mon., Feb. 19, 2018 Fri., Feb. 16, 2018 Mon., Feb. 19, 2018 Gateway, Westfield Middle School 1:20 p.m. JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. JV GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Putnam, JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Pathfinder, 5:30 p.m. South, 5 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. Ludlow, Smead 5:30 p.m. Pathfinder, 5:30 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Gateway, Arena, 5 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL vs. GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Putnam, 7 BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Pathfinder, Pathfinder, 7 p.m. Westfield Middle School South, p.m. 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Mon., Feb. 12, 2018 JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY at St. Mary, JV BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Longmeadow, Amelia Park Ice Arena, 7 p.m. 5 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Longmeadow, Sun., Feb. 18, 2018 7 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. Chicopee Comp, Fitzpatrick Ice Arena, 12:40 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY at Suffield, Enfield Mon., Feb. 19, 2018 Twin Rinks, 4 p.m. JV BOYS BASKETBALL at JV GIRLS BASKETBALL at Chicopee See All Our Renaissance, 5:30 p.m. Comp, 5:30 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL at GIRLS BASKETBALL at Chicopee Comp, Renaissance, 7 p.m. 7 p.m. SKIING CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Berkshire Tues., Feb. 20, 2018 Photos at ... 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Find the latest Westfield News sports coverage on THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 11 Foles outduels Brady to give Eagles their first Super Bowl win MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nick Foles did his best Tom Brady impersonation, leading a late- game comeback to cap a season that began as a backup and ended as Super Bowl MVP. Foles’ journey mirrored Brady’s 16 years ago and ended late Sunday night, with green-and- white confetti falling as delirious Philadelphia Eagles fans celebrated their first NFL title since 1960. No quarterback has gone from backup to title game MVP in one season since Brady replaced Drew Bledsoe in the 2001 season. Foles topped the 40-year-old Brady, football’s greatest win- ner, in the most prolific offensive game in NFL history, with the Eagles defeating the favored New England Patriots 41-33. Foles finished it off by engineering the type of game-winning drive that made Brady famous, and he watched his defense stopped Brady to seal the victory and the Eagles first Super Bowl — their earlier titles came before the Super Bowl era. “The stage was never too big for him all year,” said Zach Ertz, who caught the game- winning 11-yard touchdown pass from Foles Philadelphia Eagles’ Nick Foles catches a touchdown pass during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 52 football game against the New with 2:21 remaining. “To get in a shootout with England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) that guy on the other team is probably not ideal for anyone ever. The guy is the best quarterback make sure Ertz held onto the ball long team. Played hard. Didn’t make enough “Philly Special.” to ever play the game.” enough for a score. plays or score enough points.” “Yeah, that was something we’ve been But on this night Brady played second fiddle “It doesn’t get any bigger than this, but I The questions after the game immediately working on, and Doug and I were talking, to Foles despite throwing for a playoff record felt good,” Foles said. “I felt calm. I think the turned to the future with Foles expected to and he was like, ‘Let’s just run it.’ It was a 505 yards. Foles was nearly as prolific with 373 big thing that helped me was knowing that I return to the backup role when Wentz is good time,” Foles said. “And the end was a yards and three touchdown passes and also didn’t have to be Superman. I have amazing healthy. In the other locker room, Brady was little wider than I thought, so I was like, ‘I caught a TD pass for the Eagles (16-3). Brady teammates.” asked if he would come back for another run really need to sell like I’m not doing any- dropped his own chance at a reception on a trick One of those teammates delivered the key at age 41. thing.’ play by the Patriots (15-4). defensive play on a night when the offenses “I expect to be back,” he said. “It’s 15 “And it worked, Trey made an amazing That all added up to Foles becoming the first combined for 1,151 yards — the most in any minutes after the game ended, so I would throw. I just looked it in and, yeah, we’ve backup quarterback to win the Super Bowl since modern NFL game. With Brady poised to like to process this. I don’t see why I repped it for a while, so I was excited to get Brady beat two-time NFL MVP Kurt Warner to lead one of his memorable comebacks, wouldn’t be back.” it run in the Super Bowl.” win his first title 16 years ago. Brandon Graham knocked the ball out of his Brady did just about all he could to win the That gave the Eagles a 22-12 halftime lead Brady never gave up the job he got after hand for a fumble that rookie Derek Barnett game, with his most glaring miss coming as but Brady led three straight second-half Bledsoe got hurt early that season. He has gone recovered with 2:09 to play. a receiver on a trick play in the first half touchdown drives — two to Gronkowski. on to win a record five Super Bowl titles. After “When the fourth quarter came we had to when he dropped a pass from receiver Danny Foles kept pace with a 22-yard touchdown throwing his third touchdown pass, to Rob go out there and make a stop,” Graham said. Amendola. pass to Clement and another drive for a field Gronkowski, with 9:22 to play to give the “As a defense we hadn’t been doing it all Foles topped him in that role with his goal that kept the Eagles in it until the dra- Patriots their first lead of the game, he seemed game. The offense carried us all the way touchdown late in the first half that made matic finish. poised for a sixth. through. At the end of the day we kept com- him the first player to catch and throw a TD “It kind of felt like whoever had the ball That’s when Foles stepped up with the drive ing.” pass in the same Super Bowl. last could win this game, and we were just of his life to give Philadelphia its first Super Jake Elliott tacked on a field goal and the On fourth down from the 1, Foles motioned fortunate enough to put ourselves in a posi- Bowl title in a season many wrote off after game ended when Brady’s desperation heave into the slot, while rookie Corey Clement tion to end the game with that drive for the Carson Wentz injured his knee in Week 14. to the end zone fell to the turf, sending the took a direct snap. Clement pitched to tight touchdown,” coach Doug Pederson said. Foles drove the Eagles 75 yards, converting a Eagles out on the field in celebration and end Trey Burton, a former quarterback at “Our defense stepped up and did a nice job fourth-and-1 with a 2-yard pass to Ertz near Brady to the ground in despair. Florida. Foles slid into the right side of the to finish it for us.” midfield and then capping it with the pass to “I don’t think anyone wallows on our end zone, uncovered and caught the touch- All that was left was the celebration and Ertz that needed to survive a replay review to team,” Brady said. “We’re a competitive down on a play coach Doug Pederson calls yet another rendition of “Fly Eagles Fly.” Philadelphians take to the streets to celebrate Super Bowl PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia side. “It’s a great city, and now we have a alcohol intoxication. Police say those arrested Monday. The longtime Eagles fan and Boston Eagles’ Super Bowl victory set off a celebra- Super Bowl to go along with it.” face criminal charges, and if they are students resident joked he couldn’t be within 100 miles tion that has been 58 years in the making. Dustin Seidman, 42, and his wife Staci, 41, they face punishment under the student code of his home, instead deciding to watch the Just as Nick Foles and the Eagles clinched a decided to bring their 10-year-old son and of conduct. game with his old University of Pennsylvania surprising 41-33 victory over the New England 8-year-old daughter to the festivities on Broad In Boston, fans inside the Banshee Bar roommate. Patriots in Minneapolis for the team’s first Street, even as drunken fans sprayed beer and came to terms with a rare loss for Tom Brady. “This is Philly at its best,” said Murphy, as Super Bowl title Sunday night, the scene more climbed trash trucks, street poles and awnings. Some, however, took it in stride. he, Ballenger and hundreds of other new than 1,000 miles away in Philly was jubilation Social media video showed the awning out- “I’ve got nothing to complain about,” friends paraded down South Street to get to and pandemonium. side the Ritz-Carlton Hotel collapsing with Boston resident Bill Crowley said. “It’s the the party on Broad. “This team is what Philly As time expired, crowds across the city more than a dozen people on it, but it was greatest dynasty in NFL history and this loss is all about.” spilled out of sports bars, apartments and unclear if there were any injuries. tonight doesn’t change that. ———— houses. “We wouldn’t miss this,” Dustin Seidman “They’ll be back,” Conor Hobert added. Associated Press writers Kristen de Groot There were fireworks amid car horns blar- said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.” “One hundred percent, they’ll be back.” in Philadelphia, Mark Pratt in Boston and ing, and Philadelphians — young and old — Philadelphia was left to deal with the clean- Sam Murphy, 40, actually made the trip freelance writer Ignacio Laguarda in Boston descended on Broad Street, the iconic thor- up on Monday, after some overzealous fans from Boston to Philadelphia, flying in Sunday contributed to this report. oughfare that will soon host a parade to com- smashed windows, climbed traffic lights and morning before planning to fly back for work memorate the city’s first major pro sports trashed some convenience stores. championship since the Phillies won the 2008 UMass-Amherst campus police said fights World Series. It was the Eagles’ first NFL broke out, the crowd threw objects and set off championship since 1960. smoke bombs and firecrackers. 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Find the latest Westfield News sports coverage on PAGE 12 - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS Dear TV Sports Tonight Monday, Feb. 5 9 p.m. NCAA: West Virginia at Oklahoma (ESPN) Basketball 9 p.m. NCAA: Southern at Jackson State (ESPNU) 7 p.m. NCAA: Syracuse at Louisville (ESPN) 9 p.m. NCAA Women: Oklahoma vs. Baylor (FS1) Annie 7 p.m. NCAA Women: South Carolina at Mississippi 10:30 p.m. NCAA: Dallas Mavericks at L.A. Clippers State (ESPN2) (NBA TV) By ANNIE LANE 7 p.m. NCAA: Hampton at North Carolina Central Hockey (ESPNU) 7 p.m. NHL: Nashville Predators at New York Neighborhood Noise 7 p.m. NCAA Women: Texas vs. West Virginia (FS1) Islanders (MSGPL) 7 p.m. NCAA: Bucknell at Lehigh (CBSSN) 8:30 p.m. NHL: New York Rangers at Dallas Stars Dear Annie: My neighbors aren’t exactly the kind of 7 p.m. NCAA: Indiana at Rutgers (Big Ten Network) (MSG) people you could describe as -- how do I put this? -- quiet. And really, that isn’t a problem. I’ve always loved the fact 7 p.m. NCAA: Siena vs. Fairfield (SNY) Soccer that my neighborhood is full of life. I actually like hearing 8 p.m. NBA: Utah Jazz at New Orleans Pelicans 2:55 p.m. EPL: Chelsea at Watford (NBCSN) the sounds of kids playing outside, a loud backyard barbe- (NBA TV) cue, even television and music. A new family moved in next door about a year ago, and let’s just say that the people in the family do not get along very well with everyone else in the neighborhood, and they are well aware of that. They also are the loudest house in On the Tube the neighborhood. I believe the two aren’t a coincidence. They yell at one another, use foul language way too loudly and blast their music at all times. However unpleasant it may be, though, this is something that I have gotten past. I feel that it should be OK to act as you please within the comfort of your own home. But there is one problem I can’t get over: They are a honking house. And I don’t mean they just give a quick beep to let others know they’re outside. No, no. The moth- er, the father, the sons -- all of them -- they lay on the horn for an inordinate amount of time. This happens multiple times a day, at all hours, and it seems so unnecessary. It sends me outside every time to make sure everything is OK. How do I ask them to stop being so outrageous with their horn honking? I know that other neighbors have com- plained about other noises and have gotten less-than-pleas- ant responses and no results, so I am nervous to approach them. How do I quiet the horns? -- Horn-Induced Heart Attack Dear Horn-Induced Heart Attack: Despite your reser- vations, try having a chat with them about their volume problems. Focus on the impact it has on you. I, too, doubt they’ll listen -- but at least you’ll be able to say you tried. If and when they raise a racket again, call your police pre- cinct on the non-emergency line. Though it’s unfortunate when we can’t settle neighborly disputes ourselves, it seems that for these particular neighbors, a visit from the police might be the only thing able to cut through the noise. Dear Annie: Many years ago, when I was younger and had a factory job, my next-door neighbor would mow his lawn while I was sleeping. I always let him know what shift This image released by Netflix shows a scene from “The Cloverfield Paradox,” a film that was released on Netflix imme- I was on and when I would be sleeping. This didn’t matter diately following the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 4. (Netflix via AP) to him. One time when I got off work at 4 a.m., I decided it was turning light enough for me to be able to mow my lawn. I never had to put up with it again. Whenever he saw me outside after that, he knew it was time to do his outside work. Maybe others have ways to stop neighbors from Neflix debuts new ‘Cloverfield’ making unnecessary noises. -- Tired of the Noises Dear Tired of the Noises: One of the downsides to working unusual shifts is that your quiet hours are most people’s living hours. Though it’s worthwhile to let neigh- film after Super Bowl bors know your schedule and ask them to take it into LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix has dropped a surprise on Super Bowl viewers — a new “Cloverfield” film was released account, I think it’s unrealistic to expect that all of them after last night’s game. will. Focus on making your bedroom a sanctuary by invest- The streaming service debuted a trailer for “The Cloverfield Paradox” during Super Bowl 52. It mixed footage from the ing in blackout curtains and a quality sound machine and first film, a surprise hit in 2008, with clips from the new film from director Julius Onah. normal neighborhood noise will be less of a nuisance. “Cloverfield” featured a monster attacking New York through the recordings of a group of friends trying to survive the Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@cre- chaos. Sunday’s trailer promised viewers would “find out why” the monsters attacked. It shows a group of astronauts encoun- ators.com. tering problems with an experimental technology. The film is produced by J.J. Abrams, who produced the original and a related 2016 film, “10 Cloverfield Lane.” HINTS FROM HELOISE In this May 14, 2017, PAPER SAVER FOR FLAVOR file photo, actress Dear Heloise: After I drain bacon on Missing brother of Kim Cattrall poses paper toweling, I save the towels and stow for photographers them in the freezer. upon arrival to the When it’s time to bake potatoes, I use the actress Kim Cattrall British Academy towels to grease the skin. If microwaving Television Awards at the potatoes, I can wrap each potato in one the Royal Festival of the paper towels. Extra flavor! -- found dead Hall in London. “Sex Elizabeth in Rutherford, N.J. and the City” star TIGHT IS NOT RIGHT LACOMBE, Alberta (AP) — “Sex and the City” star Kim Cattrall and Dear Heloise: I’ve wondered if dogs can be comfortable if Cattrall and Canadian police say her missing brother has been Canadian police said their collars are too tight or heavy. Does this make it uncom- found dead. Sunday, Feb. 4, fortable to swallow and even breathe? Do you have any The actress had taken to social media earlier appealing for 2018, her missing guidelines for pet owners to make sure their pets’ collars are help in finding her brother Christopher Cattrall, who she said brother has been was missing from his home in Lacombe, Alberta. She tweeted properly fit? -- Alice in Connecticut found dead. (Photo by Alice, it’s important that collars are comfy. The collar Sunday afternoon later to say her family was announcing his Joel Ryan/Invision/AP, holds the dog’s ID (of course, the animal may have a micro- “unexpected passing.” File) chip, but the ID tag is a quick reference), and the collar is a The Royal Canadian Mounted Police issued a statement say- holder for the leash for those all-important exercise sessions! ing the 55-year-old man was found dead on his rural property. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (www.PETA. It said an investigation continued but “preliminary information org) and the Humane Society of the United States (www. indicates that his death is not being considered suspicious.” humanesociety.org) agree that you should be able to slide Cattrall’s tweet asked for privacy for her family, but also two fingers between the collar and a dog’s or cat’s neck. expressed thanks to social media users for their “outpouring of However, our four-leggeds should NOT be able to slip out of love and support in this trying time.” the collar. Thanks for writing in! -- Heloise (c)2018 by King Features Syndicate Inc.’ At The Movies ‘Coco’ sweeps Annie Awards with 11 wins LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pixar’s “Coco” swept the 45th Annie Awards, winning 11 tro- phies at the annual ceremony honoring the year’s best in animation. As expected, the Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) tale was dominant at the Annies, held Saturday night at UCLA’s Royce Hall in Los Angeles. In addition to best animated feature, “Coco” won for its direction (director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina), best writing, voice acting (Anthony Gonzalez), music, animated effects and character animation. The strong showing only reinforces “Coco” as the favorite at the Oscars. “The Breadwinner,” directed by Nora Twomey and executive produced by Angelina Jolie, won In this image released by Disney-Pixar, character Hector, voiced by Gael for best independent animated feature. Twomey, Garcia Bernal, left, and Miguel, voiced by Anthony Gonzalez, appear in whose movie is about an Afghan girl growing up a scene from the animated film, “Coco.” Pixar’s “Coco” swept the 45th under Taliban rule, is the first solo woman direc- Annie Awards, winning 11 awards at the annual ceremony honoring the tor to win the award. year’s best in animation. (Disney-Pixar via AP) THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 - PAGE 13

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, Feb. 5, 2018: This year you will feel more energized than you have in the recent past. A friendship with a foreigner or someone at a distance could become dominant. Others love your imagina- tion. Some of you will break into a new field of study or expertise. If you are single, you are likely to attract someone very charming. DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker Enjoy the phase of getting to know this per- son. If you are attached, the two of you opt to do more traveling together. You and your sweetie seem to connect on a deeper level when you’re away from your daily setting. SCORPIO can be extraordinarily insightful. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Be willing to respond to others’ demands. You can understand and conceptu- alize new ideas. Do not overthink a friend’s request. 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Communication flourishes, and you’ll need to ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie gain a better understanding of what is happen- ing. You will improve your relationship as a result. Tonight: As you like it. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHHH You feel empowered but also somewhat confused by everything that is going on around you. Make a point of gaining a better understanding of your surroundings. Do not hesitate to ask more questions in order to gain a better perspective. Tonight: Be care- ful with your actions. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Use the daytime hours to the max, when you are likely to be more balanced and direct. You could hit a hurdle later in the after- noon, so fasten your seat belt. It appears as ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett though a friend with whom you often brain- storm is going a bit haywire. Tonight: Happy at home. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You will discover soon enough the value of following someone else’s lead. At times, you might wonder why you do this or that. Don’t worry, you will figure it out when you see the results. Know that you can learn from others’ mistakes. Tonight: Let your hair down. Cryptoquip AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Someone close to you easily could spill the beans. Try not to look so shocked. More information will be forthcom- ing. You might decide to take the lead. Be ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe more direct in how you deal with a loved one. This person will appreciate your candor. Tonight: A force to be dealt with. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHHH Be more forthright and direct with a partner. As a result, you will get better results and be much happier. You will agree that both of you don’t always need to see eye to eye. The differences between you can only add interest to your bond. Tonight: Get into a movie. BORN TODAY Baseball player Hank Aaron (1934), sing- er/songwriter Sara Evans (1971), musician Duff McKagan (1964) January 22, 29, 2018 February 5, 2018 MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage given by Darryl J. Lamagdeleine to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Country- wide Home Loans, Inc., its suc- cessors and assigns, dated May 10, 2006 and recorded with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 15892, Page 114 subsequently assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as trust- ee for the Certificate holders CWALT, Inc., Alternative Loan Trust 2006-19CB, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-19CB by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. by assignment recorded in said Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Book 19158, Page 161; of which Mortgage the un- dersigned is the present holder for breach of the conditions of said Mortgage and for the pur- pose of foreclosing same will be sold at Public Auction at 2:00 PM on February 12, 2018 at 91 Orange Street, Westfield, MA, all and singular the premises de- scribed in said Mortgage, to wit: The land in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, bounded and described as fol- lows: Commencing at an iron pin at the southwesterly corner of land of Gilbert Parenteau seven and one-half (7 1/2) rods west- erly of land now or formerly of Johanna Wood and on the northerly side of Orange Street; thence NORTHERLY: in a line with said Parenteau's westerly line, seven (7) rods to an iron pin; thence WESTERLY: from said Parenteau's northwesterly corner, four (4) rods to an iron pin; thence SOUTHERLY: in a line parallel with said Parenteau's westerly line, seven (7) rods to Orange Street at an iron pin; thence EASTERLY: on Orange Street, four (4) rods to the place of beginning. Being the same premises con- veyed to the herein named grantor(s) by deed recorded with the Hampden Registry of Deeds in Book 12963, Page 493. "The Grantor(s) expressly reserve my/our rights of Homestead and do not wish to terminate my/our THE WESTFIELD NEWS PAGE 14 - MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2018 www.thewestfieldnews.comHomestead by granting the with- in conveyance notwithstanding my/our waiver of such Upcoming Events – Legal Notices homestead in the within mort- CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars gage" Month of Feb. – Donation boxes at all Dunkin’ Donuts January 22, 29, 2018 The premises are to be sold February 5, 2018 subject to and with the benefit of locations in Westfield all easements, restrictions, build- April 21 – Paper Shred Day at Westfield Senior Center, MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF ing and zoning laws, liens, attor- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. SALE OF REAL ESTATE ney’s fees and costs pursuant to April 28 – 2nd Golf Tournament at Tekoa Country Club, M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, 1:00 p.m. By virtue and in execution of the tax titles, water bills, municipal li- Power of Sale contained in a ensCLASSIFIEDCLASSIFIED and assessments, rights of May 17 – Scholarship Awards Night at South Middle certain Mortgage given by Darryl tenantsAvailable and parties Online in posses- 24/7 at www.thewestfieldnews.com/classifieds School, 7:00 p.m. J. Lamagdeleine to Mortgage sion. Please support our efforts with proceeds from all events Electronic Registration Systems, benefitting CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars General Inc., as nominee for Country- TERMS OF SALE: wide Home Loans, Inc., its suc- A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND Legal Notices Legal Notices Scholarships to help Westfield students with further educa- cessors and assigns, dated May DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS tion costs. 10, 2006 and recorded with the ($5,000.00) in the form of a certi- Hampden County Registry of fied check, bank treasurer’s February 5, 2018 January 29, 2018 Deeds at Book 15892, Page 114 check or money order will be re- February 5, 2018 William R. Rooney Scholarships subsequently assigned to The quired to be delivered at or be- commonweAlth of Bank of New York Mellon FKA fore the time the bid is offered. mAssAchUsetts Town of Southwick Available for Special Needs Students The Bank of New York, as trust- The successful bidder will be re- Board of Appeals ee for the Certificate holders quired to execute a Foreclosure (seAl) Sale Agreement immediately The Horace Smith Fund has $10,000 scholarships avail- CWALT, Inc., Alternative Loan lAnd coURt Notice is hereby given of a pub- able to graduating high school seniors with special needs. Trust 2006-19CB, Mortgage after the close of the bidding. lic hearing to be held Monday, These scholarships are offered to graduating seniors who Pass-Through Certificates, The balance of the purchase dePARtment of February 12, 2018, at the South- Series 2006-19CB by Mortgage price shall be paid within thirty the tRiAl coURt wick Town Hall, 454 College have been on an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or a 504 Electronic Registration Systems, (30) days from the sale date in Highway, Southwick, MA at 7:15 Accommodation Plan for a minimum of two years. Inc. by assignment recorded in the form of a certified check, 18 sm 000117 pm to hear the petition of Keith Applicants must be Hampden County residents, attending said Hampden County Registry bank treasurer’s check or other King for property at 662 College public or private secondary schools in Hampden County. of Deeds at Book 19158, Page check satisfactory t o oRdeR of notice Highway, Southwick, MA. The 161; of which Mortgage the un- Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mort- petitioner is seeking a front set- Scholarships awards of $10,000 are distributed as $2,500 dersigned is the present holder gagee reserves the right to bid TO: back variance of 67.7 feet in or- annually and renewable each year until graduation. Recipients for breach of the conditions of at the sale, to reject any and all der to build an auto parts retail must enroll as full-time students at either a two-year or four- said Mortgage and for the pur- bids, to continue the sale and to Jamie Plourde; sandy Plourde store. year college. pose of foreclosing same will be amend the terms of the sale by sold at Public Auction at 2:00 written or oral announcement and to all persons entitled to the For: Paul A. Grégoire Recipients are selected on a variety of criteria, including PM on February 12, 2018 at 91 made before or during the fore- benefit of the Servicemembers Chairman, Board of Appeals academic performance, demonstrated financial need, and Orange Street, Westfield, MA, all closure sale. If the sale is set Civil Relief Act:, 50 U.S.C.c. 50 §3901(et seq): extraordinary contribution to their high school and commu- and singular the premises de- aside for any reason, the Pur- Submitted: January 25, 2018 nity. scribed in said Mortgage, to wit: chaser at the sale shall be en- titled only to a return of the de- midfirst Bank The Horace Smith Fund was established in 1899 by the Contact: Paul A. Grégoire The land in Westfield, Hampden posit paid. The purchaser shall claiming to have an interest in a (413) 569-5230 successful and generous philanthropist named Horace Smith, County, Massachusetts, have no further recourse against Mortgage covering real property co-founder of Smith & Wesson, located in Springfield. The bounded and described as fol- the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or in westfield, numbered 11 William R. Rooney Scholarship is named for the long-time lows: Commencing at an iron pin the Mortgagee’s attorney. The clark street, given by Jamie at the southwesterly corner of description of the premises con- Plourde and sandy Plourde to educator and former Executive Secretary of The Horace land of Gilbert Parenteau seven tained in said mortgage shall mortgage electronic Registra- February 5, 2018 Smith Fund, who advocated for assistance to special needs and one-half (7 1/2) rods west- control in the event of an error in tion systems, inc., as nomin- February 12, 2018 students. erly of land now or formerly of this publication. TIME WILL BE ee for fairfield financial mort- Completed scholarship applications must be received Johanna Wood and on the OFTHEESSENCE. gage Group, inc., its suc- TOWN OF SOUTHWICK northerly side of Orange Street; cessors and assigns, dated PLANNING BOARD either electronically or be mailed to The Horace Smith Fund Other terms if any, to be an- may 2, 2007, and recorded with at 1441 Main Street, Springfield, no later than March 1st. thence NORTHERLY: in a line nounced at the sale. the hampden county Registry NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The student must identify their application as specifically for with said Parenteau's westerly of deeds in Book 16662, Page Shaker Road the William R. Rooney Scholarship. Applications are avail- line, seven (7) rods to an iron The Bank of 572, as affected by a loan pin; New York Mellon FKA modification Agreement, Notice is hereby given in accord- able at local high school guidance offices, on-line at www. The Bank of New York, dated november 13, 2012, and ance with the provision of M.G.L. HoraceSmithFund.org or by phoning (413) 739-4222. recorded in said Registry in Chapter 40A, Section 11, that thence WESTERLY: from said as trustee for the Book 19644, Page 140, and as Parenteau's northwesterly Certificateholders CWALT, Inc., the Planning Board will hold a further as affected by a loan public hearing on Tuesday, Feb- corner, four (4) rods to an iron Alternative Loan Trust modification Agreement, Westfield Woman’s Club Offer’s pin; 2006-19CB, dated may 10, 2016, and recor- ruary 20, 2018 at 7:15 p.m. in Mortgage Pass-Through ded in said Registry in Book the Land Use Hearing Room, Beginners Bridge Lessons thence SOUTHERLY: in a line Certificates, Series 2006-19CB 21218, Page 596, and now held Town Hall, 454 College High- parallel with said Parenteau's by plaintiff by assignment way on an application by Shaker On Thursday, February 1 through March 22, 2018 the westerly line, seven (7) rods to Present Holder of has/have filed with this court a Farms, Inc. for a Special Permit, ladies of the Westfield Woman’s Club will be hosting a Orange Street at an iron pin; said Mortgage, complaint for determination of Site Plan Approval and Storm- beginners Bridge lessons at the Clubhouse, (28 Court St) By Its Attorneys, Defendant’s/Defendants’ Ser- water Management Permit for thence EASTERLY: on Orange ORLANS PC vicemembers status. property located on Shaker from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. The classes are open to all. The Street, four (4) rods to the place PO Box 540540 Road, zoned as Industrial Re- fee for all eight lessons is $50.00. Myrna Butler, ACBL cer- of beginning. If you now are, or recently have stricted (IR) and Wellhead Pro- tified instructor and Silver Life Master will instruct the class. been, in the active military ser- tection Restricted. The property For more information and to register for the classes please Being the same premises con- vice of the United States of is shown on current Assessors America, then you may be en- Map 25, Parcel 1. call (413) 998-3739. The Westfield Woman’s Club was veyed to the herein named titled to the benefits of the Ser- grantor(s) by deed recorded with vicemembers Civil Relief Act. If founded in Westfield in 1914. Through the years the club has the Hampden Registry of Deeds The Applicant proposes to Earth you object to a foreclosure of the Excavate the property in accord- broaden and strengthened the moral, social, and intellectual in Book 12963, Page 493. "The above-mentioned property on life of its members and its community. Grantor(s) expressly reserve that basis, then you or your at- ance with the Code of South- my/our rights of Homestead and torney must file a written appear- wick Zoning Bylaws, Chapter do not wish to terminate my/our ance and answer in this court at 185, Sections 9,10, 19, 22, and Homestead by granting the with- three Pemberton square, Bo- 33. Environmental Leadership Scholarships in conveyance notwithstanding ston, mA 02108 on or before my/our waiver of such february 26, 2018 or you will be A copy of the application and the for Massachusetts High School Seniors homestead in the within mort- forever barred from claiming that plans may be inspected at the gage" you are entitled to the benefits of Planning Board or the Town The Henry David Thoreau Foundation awards collegiate said Act. Clerks office during regular of- scholarships of up to $20K to eight to ten students graduating The premises are to be sold fice hours. Any person inter- from public or private high schools in Massachusetts. As subject to and with the benefit of Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER ested or wishing to be heard on Thoreau Scholars, these select high school seniors may all easements, restrictions, build- Chief Justice of this Court the application should appear at on January 11, 2018 enroll in any college and university in the world while they ing and zoning laws, liens, attor- the time and place designated. ney’s fees and costs pursuant to

major or minor in an environmentally-related field. Attest: www.thewestfieldnews.com M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, Michael Doherty, Chairperson Thoreau Scholars have studied a wide variety of environ- Southwick Planning Board tax titles, water bills, municipal li- Deborah J. Patterson mentally-related areas, including biology, epidemiology, ens and assessments, rights of Recorder oceanography, international affairs and environmental law. tenants and parties in posses- Scholar alumni have formed companies and organizations sion. (17-017490 Orlans) including the animation company, Oxbow, with clients TERMS OF SALE: including WildAmerica and the Center for Food Safety, sat- A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND ellite imagery startup CrowdAI, and the nonprofit energy DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS organization Equitable Origin. ($5,000.00) in the form of a certi- fiedArt check, Open bank House treasurer’s To learn more about the Henry David Thoreau Foundation check or money order will be re- and the Thoreau Scholarship, please visit www.thoreaus- quiredThe toartwork be delivered of Christine at or be- cholar.org. Information about the scholarships and how to foreSoderquist, the time local the bid artist is offered. and apply will be mailed to guidance counselors and science Theformer successful teacher bidder for will bethe re- teachers at all Massachusetts high schools. An online appli- quiredGateway to execute Regional a Foreclosure School SaleDistrict, Agreement will be on immediately display at cation will be available in October. Students have until after the close of the bidding. Looking for a February 1st to apply. Thethe balanceHuntington of the purchasePublic priceLibrary shall during be paid the within month thirty of (30)February. days fromAn theOpen sale House date in thewill formbe ofheld a certifiedon Saturday, check, Teen Advisory Board (SPLAT) at SPL bank treasurer’s check or other SPLAT (the Southwick Public Library Advisory Team) Februarycheck satisfactory3rd from 12-2 P.M. to Unique Gift? will be meeting on Thursday, February 1st from 2:30-3:20pm withMortgagee’s light attorney. refreshments The Mort- at the Southwick Public Library. At SPLAT we will brain- served.gagee reserves Christine’s the rightpaintings to bid atof therealistic sale, toflowers reject anyand andland all- storm events to put on at the library for teens, create themed bids, to continue the sale and to book displays, and discuss ways to make the library better amendscapes theexpress terms ofher the saledeep by for you! SPLAT is a great activity you can add to your appreciationwritten or oral and announcement respect for resume or college application! For further information, madenature. before She uses or during a number the fore- of differentclosure sale. mediums If the saleincluding is set please contact the reference desk at 413-569-1221 ex.3. aside for any reason, the Pur- watercolors,chaser at the salepastel shall pencils, be en- andtitled onlycharcoal. to a return Christine of the de- Winter Picnic!! positattended paid. TheCortland purchaser shalland havePotsdam no further State recourse College against in The Knights of Columbus Council #11178 at Our Lady of Newthe Mortgagor, York state the and Mortgagee graduat or- the Mortgagee’s attorney. The the Lake Parish is hosting a Winter Picnic on Sunday Feb. ed with a Masters Degree in 3rd from 6-730pm. Ages 13+ are $8.00, Ages 5 to 12 $5.00 description of the premises con- Elementarytained in said Education mortgage with shall a and kids under 5 are free. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Minorcontrol in theArt. event As a of first an errorgrade in Our Lady of the Lake Parish 224 Sheep Pasture Road teacherthis publication. Christine TIME WILLwould BE Southwick, MA 01077. For Additional Information On This incorporateOFTHEESSENCE. art in her lessons Event, Please Contact: Grand Knight Al Matos – Home (413) wheneverOther terms possible if any, to to engage be an- 569-6914 or Cell (413) 244-6034 allnounced students at theand sale. create an atmosphere where learning The Bank of Westfield To Elect Delegates To wasNew fun York for Mellon everyone. FKA The Bank of New York, Democratic State Convention as trustee for the Put a picture of someone WestfieldCertificateholders Bridge CWALT, Club Inc., Registered Democrats in Westfield will hold a Caucus on Alternative Loan Trust Saturday February 3, 2018 in the Cafeteria at South Middle Results2006-19CB, 1/25/18 School, 30 West Silver Street, to elect delegates and alter- MortgageNorth/South: Pass-Through 1st: Vi you love on a keepsake. Certificates, Series 2006-19CB nates to the 2018 Massachusetts Democratic State Martinell – Cindy Fullerton; These are pictures the staff at The Convention. The snow date will be February 10th. The 2nd:Present Dorothy Holder ofKowaleski – doors open at 9:30 am for registration and the Caucus begins sJudyaid Mortgage, Fiore; 3rd: Dottie Westfield News Group have taken at at 10 am. Registration closes at 10:15 am. This year’s con- ByAlexander Its Attorneys, – Dot Burke vention will be held June 1-2 at the DCU Center in ORLANS PC events throughout our communities. POEast/West: Box 540540 1st: Janet Worcester, where Democrats from across the Commonwealth O’Brien – Cindy Healey; will come together to endorse Democratic candidates for 2nd: Ellie Siska – Betty statewide offices, including Constitutional Officers and Clare; 3rd: Fran Slasienski – gubernatorial candidates. The Caucus is open to all regis- Betsy Cassin tered Democrats in Westfield. Youth, minorities, people Duplicate is played Go to www.thewestfieldnews.com visit “Photos” look for your with disabilities and LGBTQ individuals who are not elected Thursday afternoons from as delegates or alternates may apply to be an add-on delegate 1:00 – 4:00 at The American favorite photo, then click the “Buy” icon located at the top. at the Caucus or at www.massdems.org. For additional infor- Inn in Southwick. 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