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VOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 75 cents $1.00 MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020 VOL. 89 NO. 148 Two city businesses receive Verizon grants By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD — Five area small businesses, including two in the city, recently received Verizon Foundation grants that were distributed through the national nonprofit Local Initiatives Support Corporation. “Over 170,000 small businesses have applied to the Verizon Small Business Recovery Fund through Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and of the businesses receiving grants, 62% are women-owned, 90% minority-owned, and 12% are veteran-owned,” said ZACHARY and KENNETH FEDORA. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS SUBMITTED PHOTO) David Weissmann, public relations manager, east area, Verizon Consumer Group. Weissmann added that the grantees Passion for flying not thwarted are in cities and towns nationwide, with Katherine Miklasiewicz, owner of Kat 94% operating in underserved commu- Kattler Photography in Westfield, was nities that have “historically not had among several area businesses recent- access” to flexible, affordable capital. ly receiving grants from Verizon as by Covid-19 closures “Verizon’s support for small busi- part of a COVID-19 small business By CHRISTOPHER calls. It’s really a lot of fun for Despite not being able to go nesses through the program will total relief initiative. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) J. CHAVES me,” Fedora said. back to school, when asked how $7.5 million,” said Weissmann, adding Instructor of Aviation Fedora is working towards his Covid-19 has affected him, there will be three rounds of grants application period, Springfield-based Maintenance Technology, WTA. goal of earning a Private Pilot’s Fedora said he is pretty lucky, given. Tech Automotive had received grant WESTFIELD – When the license from the Federal Aviation “Coronavirus hasn’t affected me Western Massachusetts businesses funds. Coronavirus pandemic forced Administration (FAA), and so in a major way really because of receiving grant funds from the second “That brings the total grants being his school to close for the sum- his flights are designed to give my dad and his plane, but most application period include New awarded locally to $52,500,” said mer, Westfield Technical him as much exposure to air- people, due to coronavirus, Beginnings Transportation, LLC, and Weissmann. Academy Aviation student manship as possible. haven’t been able to fly nearly as Kat Kattler Photography, both in Katherine Miklasiewicz, owner of Zachary Fedora took his studies “We practice keeping the air- often so we’ve had the chance to Westfield; Easy Pick Convenience in Kat Kattler Photography, said she to the sky to pursue his passion craft straight and level, looking fly really often and that has ben- Holyoke; Anna Maria Irvine, D.C., of applied for the grant since she had to for aviation. for traffic, coordinated turning, efitted me, but it is kinda just sad Northampton, and Main Street Bar & close her business due to COVID-19. Flying with his father Kenneth making sure we’re only losing or to see an open, empty runway Grille in Greenfield, according to “For the safety guidelines it was best Fedora, a rated pilot and retired gaining altitude only when we because this place is usually Weissmann. that we all stayed home and that meant A-10 instructor pilot, in the fam- want to, keeping track of our buzzin.” “This second round of recipients no income coming in for me,” said ily’s Citabria, a tandem-seat aer- fuel, making sure we don’t hit Although he downplays his brings us to 435 small businesses Miklasiewicz. “It was an honor to have obatic airplane, Zack Fedora birds, pretty standard stuff. We initiative, Fedora’s clear passion nationwide receiving Verizon grants received this grant and I will be using it gets the full experience. also do wind correction, turns for aviation has kept him flying, ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 as part to catch up on my business expenses.” “When I fly with my dad, around a point, S-turns, stalls, and it’s a passion he says was of the company’s #PayItForwardLIVE Denise Taylor of New Beginnings we’ll map a flight plan to figure that kinda stuff too. General avi- inspired by his childhood. “A initiative,” said Weissmann. “These Transportation, LLC, was unavailable out what I need to do and what I ation skills,” he said. large part was my dad. When I grants are meant to help small busi- for comment at press time. need to learn before we go. Fedora, who will be a sopho- was growing up he was in the nesses meet payroll, pay rent, and cover “Many small businesses are strug- Some days we will fly up to an more at WTA, is studying Air National Guard, so he was additional immediate operational gling through the pandemic,” said airport in Orange, sometimes to Aviation Maintenance always planes, planes, planes, needs.” Weissmann. “These grants are a lifeline an airport in Turners Falls, and Technology where he is working and whenever there was an air- Verizon provided a grant to LISC that to assist.” sometimes up to Northampton or towards earning an Airframe show I was always there. I just designed the selection process based on Separately from the small business over to Montgomery, or just here Maintenance Technician (AMT) grew up around it and I still love their expertise and due to legal require- grants, Verizon will also be providing at Barnes. We do everything License from the FAA, some- it today” ments, Verizon did not have a role in free, one-year access to its BlueJeans from scheduling flights, to thing he admits to missing “a the selection of grantees. Applicants Enterprise video conferencing service weight and balance, to radio lot.” See Flying, Page 3 were scored through a system devel- to each of the small business grant oped by LISC to prioritize women/ recipients of LISC’s Verizon Small minority/veteran-owned businesses, Business Recovery Fund to help “keep underinvested neighborhoods, and geo- the businesses productive,” according graphic diversity. The top 3,000 appli- to Weissmann. cants from that process were put into a Weissmann added that to date, the Council votes for bond lottery software which drew a pool of total COVID-19 crisis commitment semi-finalists who were then further from Verizon and the Verizon evaluated to identify the first round of Foundation stands at more than $55 debt reconsolidation grant recipients. million in contributions and donations Weissmann noted that during the first to nonprofits around the globe. By AMY PORTER description for City Auditor, fol- Staff Writer lowing the resignation of WESTFIELD – The City Christopher Caputo, effective the Council approved by immediate beginning of July. Mayor consideration a bond order Dominic Sarno recently authorizing the refinancing of announced Caputo’s hiring as outstanding bonds at its June 18 treasurer/collector in Springfield. WESTFIELD Bridge flower meeting. Personnel Action Committee CITY HALL Finance subcommittee chair chair Cindy C. Harris said Ralph J. Figy said Treasurer according to statute, the job sentiment echoed by Ward 1 Matthew Barnes started to description must be approved by Councilor Nicholas J. Morganelli Jr. tradition continues research the bonds, and found the City Council. “This was the Also reappointed to the Board that the city hasn’t undergone same job description that was By HOPE E. TREMBLAY “We have 40 flowers this year that debt reconsolidation since 2014. used to hire Christopher Caputo,” of Assessors were longtime members Suzanne Bergeron and Editor will be planted this week,” said Figy said Barnes found that one Harris said, with Figy adding WESTFIELD – The flowers on the Danahey. “The Department of Public bond, if allowed to resell, will that the position of auditor is a Diane Snow. The final item for immediate Great River Bridge are a welcome Works will take down the flower bas- save between $100,000 to City Council hire, and that it is sight to residents and visitors alike. kets and we will plant them and they $125,000 a year in interest, and important to act before the end of consideration was a grant of $5,973 for crosswalk safety from Cascading blooms have decorated will return them to the bridge.” $1.6 million over the life of the the fiscal year. the bridges for many years, but few Danahey said the Hannoush family bond. Harris also asked for immedi- the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Figy said people know who is responsible for provided coco liners for the baskets Finance committee member ate consideration for the appoint- this floral tradition. that hang from handrails on the twin Richard K. Sullivan Jr. said there ment of George Keefe on the there were no matching funds required for the grant. When Westfield on Weekends (WOW), bridges. will be some costs, including Airport Commission, replacing the Beveridge Family Foundation and The city takes care of watering bank fees and arbitrage savings. longtime commissioner Donald asked, he said he wasn’t certain specifically what the grant will the city have partnered to keep the throughout the summer to keep the “I’m assuming the estimates of Nicoletti. Harris said recently the bridge flowers beautifying the area. flowers blooming, however flowers savings consider costs,” he said. Council heard from new Airport be used for. Ward 3 Councilor Bridget Ward Caswell, president of the were selected that will tolerate the hot “I just want to point out that Manager Christopher Beveridge Family Foundation, said it days of summer and were purchased this is just one maneuver by a Willenborg, who has known Matthews-Kane submitted a petition through the City Clerk was important to him, his family and locally. lead person in the city that will Keefe since 1999, and highly the Foundation, which supports “We chose hardy plants that will save us over $1 million. This is recommends him for the for street acceptance for Sherman St. Ext. Matthews-Kane said it is Stanley Park which was founded by tolerate heat and some drought, such the type of thing you’ll see on an Commission. Harris said Keefe Frank Stanley Beveridge. as begonias,” Danahey said, adding ongoing basis by having the right just retired from the Department a street in her ward, which she is submitting for consideration as a “The Beveridge Family Foundation that Westfield Technical Academy people. I applaud Matt for chas- of Defense at Westover, previ- is pleased to continue to provide fund- Horticulture Instructor Nate Sperry ing this down. This will easily ously having served as tower public way, and asked for refer- ral to subcommittees. ing for the flowers on the bridge in helped with plant selection. cover 15 years of his service to manager at Barnes Airport. She and out of Westfield,” Caswell said. “It’s a community effort,” said the city. I would hope when we said Keefe is a Navy veteran. The subject of immediate con- sideration came up again in the “It was these flowers that led Frank Danahey. have these kinds of discussions “Our city will be very fortunate Stanley Beveridge to choose Westfield The Beveridge Foundation has sup- going forward, (considering) the to have him,” Herris said. second reading and final vote on an ordinance change that would, for Stanley Home Products and his ported the Bridge Flowers since the right person can be extremely Before approving the appoint- family.” bridge renovation was completed in important,” said At-large ment, several councilors offered according to several councilors, reflect the current practices of WOW President Amber Danahey 2011. The funding is held by the Councilor Dave Flaherty The their thanks to Nicoletti for his said she and the WOW board mem- WOW, a nonprofit which oversees the motion then passed unanimous- service. “I had the opportunity to the Council. The ordinance change would allow votes on bers are happy to help keep the tradi- project each year with the assistance ly. appoint him. I thank Don for tion alive. of the City of Westfield. Also approved by immediate everything he did in his distin- consideration was the job guished career,” said Sullivan, a See Bond Debt, Page 3 PAGE 2 - MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS ‘The greatest gift I have ever received’ HCC Foundation awards $210K in scholarships

HOLYOKE – After Doris M. Kemble died in 1990 from cancer, her mother, Abbe, established a scholarship in her memory through the Holyoke Community College Foundation. Kemble had been a beloved member of the HCC nursing faculty, and her mother wanted to make sure her daughter’s legacy continued. It does. Since 1998, more than 60 HCC students have been award- ed the Doris M. Kemble Nursing Scholarship. This year, one of three annual recipients is Versaviya Okhrimenko of Westfield. “The scholarship means I can go another year at HCC and focus more on my studying and nursing skills rather than wor- rying about my financial status,” said Okhrimenko. “It means I can finish my nursing degree and reach my dream. It is honestly the greatest gift I have ever received.” This spring, the HCC Foundation awarded nearly $210,000 in scholarships to 200 incoming, current and transferring HCC students and will set a record for the number of scholar- ships it distributes for the 2020-2021 academic year, 233. Because of COVID-19, students need the money more this year than ever, says Amanda Sbriscia, HCC vice president of Institutional and executive director of the HCC Foundation. The number of applications for scholarships this year increased 22 percent, from 391 to 479. “HCC students are always remarkable, but they have dem- onstrated incredible resilience this semester,” Sbriscia said. “Many are working, but some have lost their jobs. Still, they are raising children, planning to transfer to four-year schools, changing careers, and blazing a path that for some no one in their family has taken before. When so much of our students’ world was unknown as a result of a global pandemic, it was HOLYOKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION important to ensure they could still count on the HCC Foundation for scholarship opportunities that would inspire May where scholarship recipients can interact with the donors to become a nurse and save lives.” them to continue working toward their educational goals.” responsible for their awards. But this year, of course, the recep- HCC Foundation scholarship recipients for 2020-2021 Over the years, the HCC Foundation, the nonprofit fund- tion was cancelled because of COVID-19 restrictions. include Southwick resident Rachel Diamond and Westfield raising arm of the college, has provided more than $3 million Instead, students were invited to record personal videos that residents Kara Adamites, Tania Alvalle, Nicole Argiro, Grace in student scholarships while also investing in classroom were sent directly to donors. Cannady, Caleb Curd, Iesha Davila, Maksim Gelmudinov, equipment and technology for select academic and student “Thinking that someone is trusting me and investing in my Michael Gottardi, Zipporah Irari, Jaime Mason, Versaviya support programs. career – thank you so much for that,” Okhrimenko said in here Okhrimenko, Kiley Pellegrini, Svetlana Shalygo, Dana Typically, the Foundation hosts a scholarship reception in video. “Through this award, you’re helping a plain girl like me Shambo and Olivia White. Police Logs Major crime and incident report Service Unit officer reports he spoke with a man found to be in states a vehicle was operating unsafely and the operator was Monday, June 15, 2020 possession of a shopping cart owned by an East Main Street making “hand gestures” and “popping wheelies,” police report WESTFIELD business and advised him to return the cart to the store; the driver stated the reporter had cut him off on the roadway; 1:13 a.m.: suspicious person, Franklin Street, a caller reports 6:04 p.m.: larceny, Free Street, a caller from he Samaritan Inn 2:55 p.m.: officer wanted, Crystal Drive, a resident reports seeing a pedestrian repeatedly bend over and attempt to ignite reports a bicycle was stolen, the responding office reports an receiving a fraudulaent COVID unemployment claim; fires in the grass, the responding officer reports no person was incident report was filed; 7:42 p.m.: officer wanted, Woodside Circle, a resident reports found but a small scorched area was located, no actual fire was 9:19 p.m.: motor vehicle violation, Hancock Street, a patrol possible identity theft after receiving an unemployment claim found; officer reports he is in pursuit of a motor vehicle which the letter. 7:40 a.m.: assist resident, Baystate Noble Hospital, Court operator failed to stop when signaled to do so, the office reports Street, a caller from the hospital’s emergency department the vehicle was found on Dudley Avenue but the identified requests a courtesy transport for a discharged patient, the operator had fled, a witness said that the suspect had been hiding responding officer reports a female party was taken to a Franklin under her porch and left a hat behind when he fled, a citation was issued and the car was towed to the police impound yard; Court Logs Street address; 8:05 a.m.: city ordinance violation, East Main Street, a patrol 10:04 p.m.: annoying phone calls, Elm Street, a caller reports officer reports an advertising sign illegally posted on a traffic she has received multiple text messages which threaten her with Westfield District Court island was removed, the officer reports he subsequently also arrest, the responding officer reports the caller said that the mes- Monday, June 15, 2020 removed advertising posted on public property on East Main sages purport to come from the state and are dunning her for Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cases will be heard only Street and Little River Road; failing to pay for COVID-19 testing, the caller states that she has on an emergency basis. Generally, only cases involving defen- 8:21 a.m.: motor vehicle violation, East Main Street, a patrol not been tested for COVID- 19, she was advised the calls are part dants in custody will be heard, remotely, utilizing videograph- officer reports a traffic stop for an unsafe lane change, excessive of a scam and to block her number; ic and telephonic technology. No comprehensive system for exhaust smoke and following too closely revealed that the 11:15 p.m.: disturbance, Depot Square municipal parking lot, reporting the results of such hearings has been established. operator’ s license had been suspended, a citation was issued and Pochassic Street, a patrol officer reports about 25 persons are in Daniel C. Rimaldi, 49, of 1 Upper Pomeroy Road, the vehicle was towed to the police impound yard; a parking lot, the responding officer reports the youths were Montgomery, was held in lieu of $1,250 cash bail pending a 10:07 a.m.: notification, Tannery Road, a patrol officer advised they were loitering and left the area. July 9 hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of violation reports power transformer failed causing an electricity outage, a of an abuse prevention order brought by Westfield police. G&E representative was notified; SOUTHWICK Dean Zebian, 20, of 49 Woodsong Road, Westfield, was 12:54 p.m.: breaking and entering, North Road, a caller 12:19 p.m.: animal complaint, College Highway, a caller released on his personal recognizance pending an Aug. 11 reports two vehicles at his home were broken into and his wallet reports a van with Connecticut plates parked in a store parking hearing after he was arraigned on charges of assault and bat- was stolen, the responding officer reports the vehicles had not lot has three large dogs inside and it is hot, the vehicle was gone tery and assault and battery with a deadly weapon brought by when police arrived; been locked, an incident report was filed; Westfield police. 2:19 p.m.: notification, Mechanic Street, a Community 12:52 p.m.: concerned citizen, North Longyard Road, a caller

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Mon., June 22, 2020 is the 174th day of the year. 192 days remain until the end of the year.

Beaver Dams in Ontario, Laura Secord Magonista rebellion of 1911 in the and the creation of the Environmental men after a suicide bombing. All six of ON THIS DAY sets out on a 30 kilometer journey on Second Battle of Tijuana. Protection Agency. the gunmen are killed and 18 people 217 BC – Battle of Raphia: Ptolemy foot to warn Lieutenant James 1918 – The Hammond Circus Train 1978 – Charon, the first of Pluto's are injured. IV Philopator of Egypt defeats FitzGibbon. Wreck kills 86 and injures 127 near satellites to be discovered, was first Antiochus III the Great of the Seleucid 1839 – Cherokee leaders Major Hammond, Indiana. seen at the United States Naval TODAY'S kingdom. Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot 1921 – Rif War: The Spanish Army Observatory by James W. Christy. BIRTHDAYS 168 BC – Battle of Pydna: Romans are assassinated for signing the Treaty suffers its worst military defeat in mod- 1984 – Virgin Atlantic Airways of New Echota, which had resulted in ern times to the Berbers of the Rif launches with its first flight from London under Lucius Aemilius Paullus defeat 1954 – Freddie Prinze, American Macedonian King Perseus who sur- the Trail of Tears. region of Spanish Morocco. Gatwick Airport. 1870 – The United States 1940 – World War II: France is 1986 – The famous Hand of God comedian and actor (d. 1977) renders after the battle, ending the 1956 – Tim Russ, American actor, Third Macedonian War. Department of Justice is created by the forced to sign the Second Compiègne goal, scored by Diego Maradona in the U.S. Congress. armistice with Germany, in the same quarter-finals of the 1986 FIFA World director, and screenwriter 813 – Battle of Versinikia: The 1958 – Bruce Campbell, American Bulgars led by Krum defeat the 1893 – The Royal Navy battleship railroad car in which the Germans Cup match between Argentina and HMS Camperdown accidentally rams signed the Armistice in 1918. England, ignites controversy. This was actor, director, producer and writer Byzantine army near Edirne. Emperor 1960 – Erin Brockovich, American Michael I is forced to abdicate in favor the British Mediterranean Fleet flag- 1941 – World War II: Nazi Germany later followed by the Goal of the ship HMS Victoria which sinks taking invades the Soviet Union in Operation Century. Argentina wins 2–1 and later lawyer and environmentalist of Leo V the Armenian. 1960 – Tracy Pollan, American 910 – The Hungarians defeat the 358 crew with her, including the fleet's Barbarossa. goes on to win the World Cup. commander, Vice-Admiral Sir George 1942 – World War II: Erwin Rommel 1990 – Cold War: Checkpoint actress East Frankish army near the Rednitz 1962 – Clyde Drexler, American River, killing its leader Gebhard, Duke Tryon. is promoted to Field Marshal after the Charlie is dismantled in Berlin. 1897 – British colonial officers capture of Tobruk. 2002 – An earthquake measuring basketball player and coach of Lotharingia (Lorraine). 1963 – John Tenta, Canadian- 1527 – Fatahillah expels Portuguese Charles Walter Rand and Lt. Charles 1942 – The Pledge of Allegiance is 6.5 Mw strikes a region of northwestern Egerton Ayerst are assassinated in formally adopted by US Congress. Iran killing at least 261 people and American wrestler (d. 2006) forces from Sunda Kelapa, now 1964 – Cadillac Anderson, regarded as the foundation of Jakarta. Pune, Maharashtra, India by the 1944 – World War II: Opening day of injuring 1,300 others and eventually Chapekar brothers and Mahadeo the Soviet Union's Operation Bagration causing widespread public anger due American basketball player 1593 – Battle of Sisak: Allied 1964 – Amy Brenneman, American Christian troops defeat the Ottomans. Vinayak Ranade, who are later caught against the Army Group Centre. to the slow official response. and hanged. 1944 – U.S. President Franklin D. 2009 – A Washington D.C Metro actress 1633 – The Holy Office in Rome 1964 – Dan Brown, American forces Galileo Galilei to recant his view 1898 – Spanish–American War: In a Roosevelt signs into law the train traveling southbound near Fort chaotic operation, 6,000 men of the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of Totten station collides into another train author and academic that the Sun, not the Earth, is the cen- 1968 – Darrell Armstrong, American ter of the Universe in the form he pre- U.S. Fifth Army Corps begins landing 1944, commonly known as the G.I. Bill. waiting to enter the station. Nine peo- at Daiquirí, Cuba, about 16 miles (26 1945 – World War II: The Battle of ple are killed in the collision (eight pas- basketball player and coach sented it in, after heated controversy. 1971 – Mary Lynn Rajskub, 1774 – The British pass the Quebec km) east of Santiago de Cuba. Lt. Gen. Okinawa comes to an end. sengers and the train operator) and at Arsenio Linares y Pombo of the 1948 – The ship HMT Empire least 80 others are injured. American actress and comedian Act, setting out rules of governance for 1971 – Kurt Warner, American foot- the colony of Quebec in British North Spanish Army outnumbers them two- Windrush brought the first group of 802 2012 – Paraguayan President to-one, but does not oppose the land- West Indian immigrants to Tilbury, Fernando Lugo is removed from office ball player and sportscaster America. 1973 – Carson Daly, American 1783 – A poisonous cloud caused by ings. marking the start of modern immigra- by impeachment and succeeded by 1907 – The London Underground's tion to the United Kingdom.[5] Federico Franco. radio and television host[9] the eruption of the Laki volcano in 1978 – Champ Bailey, American Iceland reaches Le Havre in France. Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead 1948 – King George VI formally 2012 – A Turkish Air Force McDonnell Railway opens. gives up the title "Emperor of India", Douglas F-4 Phantom II fighter plane is football player 1807 – In the Chesapeake–Leopard 1979 – Joey Cheek, American Affair, the British warship HMS Leopard 1911 – George V and Mary of Teck half a year after Britain actually gave up shot down by the Syrian Armed Forces, are crowned King and Queen of the its rule of India. killing both of the plane's pilots and speed skater attacks and boards the American frig- 1982 – Ian Kinsler, American base- ate USS Chesapeake. United Kingdom of Great Britain and 1969 – The Cuyahoga River catches worsening already-strained relations Ireland. fire in Cleveland, Ohio, drawing nation- between Turkey and Syria. ball player 1813 – War of 1812: After learning of 1984 – Dustin Johnson, American American plans for a surprise attack on 1911 – Mexican Revolution: al attention to water pollution, and spur- 2015 – The Afghan National Government forces bring an end to the ring the passing of the Clean Water Act Assembly building is attacked by gun- golfer THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020 - PAGE 3 Girls on the Run Flying Continued from Page 1 Western MA unveils Fedora is doing a lot to prepare himself for wherever life up doing carpentry, graduated with my carpentry certificate, takes him, but where exactly he is going, he hasn’t quite class president in 1988, and when I graduated I wanted to go decided yet. to college so I went to Springfield Technical Community ‘Power Up Activity Kit’ “I don’t know where I want these experiences to take me, College with a transfer compact to UMass Amherst. I worked and it depends on the next three years. I probably want to go for Westfield Woodworking to pay for flying lessons because Kit provides 50 activities to keep girls ages into the Air National Guard right out of high school so I can you couldn’t afford them otherwise back then. I started blow- get my A&P, pay for college, go to college, fly jets for the ing off differential equations in Calculus to go fly on nice days 8 to 11 active and healthy this summer Guard, get a side job, live life happily ever after. But with my to get my license so I said, `you know what, I’m going to NORTHAMPTON - Girls on the Run Western MA June 19 A&P license, I can also go to Bombardier and work as an A&P change my major.’ So I quit that, transferred all my credits to unveiled the Power Up Activity Kit to help keep girls active technician, or I can become a private pilot. I can become Bridgewater State, and did my major in Aviation Science and and healthy through the summer while inspiring creativity, almost anything in the aviation industry that I want to, so it all graduated with my Commercial rating, Instrument rating, CFI, encouraging movement, and teaching new skills. Girls on the depends on the next few years for me,” Fedora said. and a Bachelor of Science degree. I did it all with the help of Run WMA is a leader in developing and delivering life-chang- So where is all this passion and preparation for aviation the guard because I was prior enlisted for about seven years ing programs for girls through more than 75 sites across west- going to take him? Fedora would say the sky’s the limit, but before I got my commission, so that tuition-waiver program ern Massachusetts, including Southwick and Westfield, and it’s not his primary focus right now. also helped me,” Kenneth Fedora said. has served more than 5,400 girls since it was founded in 2015. “For me, there is no end-goal, per se. I want to get my pri- When asked what he would say to kids considering a career After the cancelation of schools, implementation of social vate pilot license, I want to be able to fly for the military, and in aviation, he responded thoughtfully. “It’s hard for kids at distancing, and the restrictions around large public events due I want to be able to fly for a big airliner or shipping company 13, 14 years old to decide what they want to do for the rest of to the coronavirus pandemic, the five year-old nonprofit like FedEx or UPS for a job later in life. For now, it’s just, get your life, right? So, what I would recommend is going through adapted quickly to alter its spring season to continue to deliver the pilot’s license and have fun,” he said. the exploratory program if it’s something that they think they on its mission to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confi- Fedora’s father couldn’t agree more. “I’m happy about would like and trying it out. If they get more than halfway dent. This new offering by the nonprofit organization also Zack’s involvement with Aviation because I think it’s a great through it, stick it out! Get the piece of paper, and then even if delivers on that mission. career field, but we’ve always left it up to him, we’ve never you don’t use it at least it’s an accomplishment and it’s some- “Providing girls with opportunities to develop empathy, pressured him into doing anything he doesn’t want to do. This thing you can use to forward yourself in life. Whether it’s build resiliency, and identify and understand their values, was a last-minute choice on his part, it wasn’t a pre-planned studying Aviation or anything else at WTA, doing something choices, and emotions, are important now more than ever thing, but it worked out great. He’s motivated with it, he’s like that with your hands, you know, something physical like before,” said Alison Berman, Council Director of Girls on the embracing it, and if it turns out to be something that he doesn’t that, is so much more rewarding than just sitting in an office Run Western MA. “It is never too early for girls to learn how want to do, that’s fine too,” said Kenneth Fedora. It’s a lesson cubicle. So I always try to encourage people to find something to put these important skills into practice. This kit will help that he learned well through his career path in aviation, which, that gets you out and about, but, most importantly, find some- girls move, laugh and grow, and in the process find their inner like his son’s, started with a passion early on in his life. thing you like to do, because if you do something you love, girl power.” “I grew up at the trailer park here at the south end of the then you don’t work a day in your life, you know? You just The at-home kit includes 50 activities to fuel girls’ mind, runway and the Guard was flying F-100’s back in the day. At turn your hobby into something you can make a living at. You body and spirit that emphasize the important connection 5, 6 years old, I used to ride my bike out to the end of the don’t have to be rich, you just have to be happy,” said Kenneth between physical and emotional health. Each activity helps runway to the south de-arm area and wave to all the pilots and Fedora. girls learn important skills such as how to cope when things watch the airplanes take off and land, it was pretty cool. You Christopher Chaves is a new Aviation teacher at Westfield get difficult, demonstrate care for self and others, and practice know, there were no fences back then. I just sat in a straw- Technical Academy. His experience is primarily with F-15s as positivity. From the silly starters to the fun movement games berry patch eating strawberries and watching the airplanes a member of the 104th Fighter Wing, although he has experi- and challenges, the activities were designed to get girls to take off and land, it was really cool,” Kenneth Fedora said. ence with general aviation (GA) aircraft. He is also an FAA laugh, create, and grow. He said Zack’s decision to learn a trade while also taking certified pilot. Chris also spent several years as an English Available starting June 19 at www.girlsontherunwesternma. standard academic courses mirrors the beginnings of his own teacher for the Springfield school department. “Chris is won- org the kit is $49 and includes: The Power Up Activity Book, career path. “I went to Westfield Vocational High School at the derful with his students, truly an asset to the Westfield school an exclusive GRL PWR t-shirt, Physical Activity Training time before it was Westfield Technical Academy, and I did the district,” said AMT Department Head Galen Wilson. Plan, Completion Certificate, and a few other fun surprises, exploratory program, but back then it was really small. I ended delivered directly to her doorstep. The nonprofit organization is also raising funds to provide sponsored kits to girls within the community, visit their web- Bond Debt. site to make a donation. Continued from Page 1 Added Berman, “For five years we have always done every- thing we can to support all girls as they navigate adolescence. immediate consideration on appropriation requests made by “I understand that it would streamline things to change the This kit will help her grow her confidence and realize the letter and not in person. rules to do things the way things the council would like to do potential she has to Power Up.” “I’m going to be a no again. This is the item that will change them. It feels really wrong to find out that we haven’t been the way that we process immediate requests. The ordinance as following the rules, and to rectify that (is) to change the rules. written requires people to show up in person and not just sub- I would ask that we would at last reconsider. I’m not okay with mit on paper. It should be such an extraordinary thing there is that,” said Mello. no reason they can’t show up in person,” said Flaherty. “This must be adopted by unanimous consent This will “I agree with Councilor Flaherty. It’s important to the pub- allow us to pass through a $500 item. That one line says it all. lic. I don’t think we need to change it,” said Morganelli. It allow smaller items,” said Ward 6 Councilor WIlliam Also agreeing were new Councilors Matthews-Kane and Onyski, adding, “The implication is that we’re doing our best Kristen Mello. “Sometimes a letter is sufficient, but someone to move things along, for efficient government.” The ordi- to come in person and ask questions to (is important),” said nance change passed 9 to 4, with Councilors Flaherty, Matthews-Kane. Matthews-Kane, Mello and Morganelli voting no. “I have a lot of questions, and a letter is not going to cut it Allie spoke to his motion to request that DPW Director most of the time. There are some things, I don’t need to nickel David Billips come before the City Council to give an update and dime. Immediate consideration, which you say is very on Wells 7 and 8. rare, but you have one at almost every meeting,” said Mello. “It’s good to hear that Wells 7 and 8 has been approved, and “This change is the way we’ve been conducting business. should be running soon. They were supposed to be ready (last) Thunderbirds honored We cam always ask people to come in,” said At-large August and September,” Allie said, referring to information Councilor James Adams. given by Billips at the DPW Finance review on June 17. “We get the agenda 24 hours in advance. It’s within the Flaherty made a motion to amend, and ask that Billips come by AHL For Excellence Council president;s purview to call them in. We haven’t been before the Council the first meeting in July. Figy made a doing it,” said Council President Brent B. Bean, II. motion to amend to have a specific list of questions for Billips in ticket sales “If you look at our agenda tonight, we have three immediate to answer one week before that meeting. considerations that were not presented in person but sent by Morganelli asked whether questions would also be allowed SPRINGFIELD — Today, the American Hockey League letter. Our standard of practice most times is to accept a letter. at the meeting. announced that the Springfield Thunderbirds have been I don`t think it eliminates the need for an in person presenta- “The reason to submit questions in advance is so the depart- named the league’s Ticket Sales Department of the Year and tion, but does allow for what we’ve been accepting. It’s not to ment head can properly prepare. We’ve always been able to also recognized the franchise for achieving 15% growth in circumvent or to prevent people from asking questions,” said ask questions off of questions,” said Figy. group ticket revenue for the 2019-2020 season. Figy, who originally presented the ordinance change. The motion and amendments passed. “We are truly proud to receive this award from the AHL. “I’m going to disagree,” said Flaherty. “My argument has to Ticket sales growth is only possible through the hard work of do with appropriation of money. The items tonight were a our sales team and the commitment of our fan base. I want to NOTICE OF TIER CLASSIFICATION grant, and for appointments. I believe the public has the right express my heartfelt thanks to our staff and our community to question these expenses. This is for appropriations and ordi- 181 Elm Street • Westfield, Massachusetts for continuing to support us through this season and beyond,” nances,” he said. Release Tracking Number (RTN) 1-0020873 said Nathan Costa, President of the Thunderbirds. Allie said the chair of Finance normally meets with the The T-Bird’s fourth season saw a continued upward trajec- A release of oil and/or hazardous material has occurred at this lo- Mayor before the meeting, adding that any one councilor tory for the franchise, which is a product of the team’s ongo- cation, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, § 2 and could object to immediate consideration, and it would stop it. ing commitment to fan and community engagement. This the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40.0000. To evalu- “And then we can always get more information. I get their ate the release, a Phase I Initial Site Investigation was performed year, the T-Birds ranked second in the AHL in year over year concern, but there is a procedure in place. I see both sides of pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0480. The site has been classified as Tier growth in both total revenue and total tickets sales. The team it, but I will support Figy’s motion here,” Allie said. II pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0500. placed in the Top 5 in year over year growth across all ticket categories: total sales, full season tickets, group sales, partial On or about June 19, 2020, MALG-UST I, LLC, filed a Tier II Clas- plans, and individual ticket sales. sification Submittal with the Department of Environmental Pro- Since the team’s inception in 2016, they have achieved a tection (MADEP). To obtain more information on this disposal staggering 87% growth in ticket revenue. This past season, site, please contact Christopher J. Horan, Synergy Environmental, Inc., 155 Railroad Plaza 1st Fl, Royersford, PA, 484-369-5000. 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Under the administrative tax relief measures, any businesses that paid less than $150,000 in regular sales plus meal taxes or less than $150,000 in room occupancy taxes in the year ending Feb. 29 will qualify for relief, according to a press release. Others will also have late penalties waived. The administration had originally postponed collection of those taxes until June 20. The House approved legislation this month that, among other relief steps, would waive penalties and interest on meals tax payments through the end of the year. The Senate has not yet indicated plans for the bill (H 4767). In a Thursday joint press release alongside Baker and Senate President Karen Spilka, House Speaker Robert DeLeo pointed to that legislation as a complementary step. The Department of Revenue will issue emergency regula- tions and a technical information release to implement the administrative relief measures. Police vote puts candidate- Logan air traffic may not fully rebound for years By CHRIS LISINSKI at the earliest. A worst-case scenario higher end" that they will ultimately councilors in Spotlight State House News Service Freni presented would see only 31 per- cancel. By MATT MURPHY BOSTON - Passenger volume at cent of fiscal 19 passenger volume in the In 2021, cruises will likely run with State House News Service Logan International Airport is unlikely upcoming fiscal year and a recovery less frequency than pre-pandemic esti- BOSTON - Two Democrats running for Congress in the to return to pre-pandemic levels for at period lasting three to six years. mates, Meyran said. Fourth Congressional District voted this week to oppose a least another two years, and the recovery Massport CEO Lisa Wieland said the Like Freni, Meyran said he is encour- motion before the Newton City Council that would have cut process could take six years under a airport typically hosts 600 departing aged by some signs of renewed activity that city's police department budget by more than $375,000 at worst-case scenario, Massachusetts Port flights per day this time of year, but that but cautioned that "it's really difficult to a time when cities and towns around the country are facing Authority officials said Thursday. figure dropped to 100 at the depth of the forecast what's going to happen" for pas- pressure to rethink how they spend money on law enforce- Both air and maritime travel have pandemic. senger ships. ment. dropped significantly amid the COVID- Both she and Freni noted, though, that Shipping has also been affected, but to City Councilors Jake Auchincloss and Becky Grossman, 19 outbreak. While Massport leaders see expectations can change rapidly. During a lesser degree. Year-to-date imports to who are both running to succeed U.S. Rep. Joseph Kennedy rebounds on the horizon, they cautioned Thursday's meeting, for example, the Conley Terminal are down only 2 III, joined the majority of the council in opposing the motion, during a board meeting that outlooks Southwest announced it would run more percent, less than many other major arguing that it was a largely symbolic vote and that the issue remain uncertain and that the virus will flights out of Boston in August. areas. Exports dropped by a larger 13 deserved more careful consideration as part of a broader strat- cause lasting impacts -- including budget "Towards the end of May, heading percent. egy to rethink policing in Newton. pressure. into June, the numbers are starting to Massport's outlook for marine ship- Both candidates say they want to see the demilitarization of Logan only transported about one- pick up, and by July, we're hoping to be ping containers also forecasts that a local police, and Grossman's campaign highlighted her sup- tenth as many passengers in May 2020 picking up toward about 300 arrivals a rebound will not come immediately. The port for eliminating qualified immunity for police at the as in May 2019, according to figures day," Wieland said. "So that is some most likely outcome, in which recovery national level to expose police officers to civil lawsuits if they presented by Massport Aviation Director good news, although clearly we have a follows a similar path as the wake of the engage in the use of excessive force or other misconduct. Ed Freni. Total trips in April and May, long way to go to get back to the levels Great Recession, will see about 75 per- But the defeat of the motion filed by Councilor Bill Freni said, were "dismal" with volumes that we were seeing pre-COVID." cent as much volume as fiscal year 2019. Humphrey has been criticized by groups like Defund NPD, at "rock bottom." A secondary effect of the depressed That could drop as low as 60 percent who has called on Mayor Ruthanne Fuller to cut spending to There are signs of progress: the week travel is much lower demand for trans- under a worst-case scenario in which a the police department by 10 percent. ending June 8 saw 53 percent more pas- portation to and from the airport. The second wave of COVID infections hits More than 1,753 people have also signed an online petition sengers than the week before, and air- 14,000-spot central parking garage has the region and there is little consumer hosted on Change.org to "defund" the Newton police for fiscal lines have started to schedule more hosted an average of only 1,200 cars per demand during the holiday season. year 2021. "Help make a change in our local government by flights with a bigger uptick expected in day recently, Freni said, and Massport reissuing the budget for the police where it can better serve the mid-July, Freni said. scaled back some shuttle services. Amid the decline in business, Massport community," the petition states. "We're really encouraged by that, but "I know these numbers are discourag- faces strained finances. Wieland's pre- The situation highlights the struggle some public officials, we're not sure how this is going to play ing for Massport," Transportation sentation said Massport ended April $28 particularly Democrats and those running for office, are facing out," he said. "The airlines really can't Secretary Stephanie Pollack said during million in the red despite originally pro- as they try to balance being deliberative with the need to be share information beyond July. Bookings the meeting. "The silver lining is the jecting a $31 million shortfall for the seen as rising to the moment. have changed. People are booking on reports we're getting on traffic in the tun- month. "I think people want inclusive, thoughtful, comprehensive short notice. There's still a tremendous nels, where people who are using them The authority expects to conclude the action and they want it to start now and it's starting now, but no-show factor, so it's very difficult to are pretty happy compared to where they fiscal year with a balanced budget we also have to recognize we have a responsibility to our con- predict what's going to happen." were a year ago." through a combination of previously stituents to provide for essential services and taking cops off A key factor will be traveler behavior. Massport officials expect a similar authorized spending cuts and stimulus the street without a plan to cover any gaps that might be cre- Regardless of flight availability, many trend to hit the maritime side of the funding. ated, to me, is not responsible policy making," Auchincloss may not feel comfortable boarding agency. Massport already received $19 million said. planes for business or leisure with the The Flynn Cruiseport may not host of the $143.6 million that will come to it Humphrey said his colleagues, including Auchincloss and threat of the highly infectious virus still any more departing cruises -- a form of in federal stimulus funding through the Grossman, have "completely" missed the gravity of the lurking. travel that experienced major COVID CARES Act, which Wieland said will moment that has seen thousands of protesters take to the The most likely outcome Massport outbreaks earlier in the pandemic -- for help close the gap. streets to fight police brutality and push back against what they projects for fiscal year 2021 is slightly the rest of the year. Only 11 are still "Because of our prolonged road to see as systemic racism in law enforcement. more than half as many passengers as scheduled in 2020, and Massport recovery, we plan to take a pretty conser- "I think that some elected officials have not yet familiarized fiscal year 2019 and a full recovery that Maritime Director Michael Meyran said vative approach on our budget plan- themselves with longstanding efforts to try to rethink pubic does not begin until the summer of 2022 he believes the "probability is on the ning," she said. safety and move functions out of police departments and into more appropriate departments," Humphrey said. But Auchincloss said it's more complicated than that. Insurers hopeful about telehealth "We are at the onset of truly important conversations here in MTA lays out demands as part Newton, and broadly as a country, about what are we asking cost savings potential for from police departments and how does that intersect with of ‘reopening platform’ By KATIE LANNAN our history of systemic racism in this country and how do we By KATIE LANNAN State House News Service best create public safety without being anchored in previous State House News Service BOSTON - Telehealth language in a new Senate bill teed up misconceptions," Auchincloss told the News Service in an BOSTON - Funding levels called for under the new school for debate next week has caught the eye of insurance carriers. interview. finance reform law, additional staff and an elimination of State senators on Thursday introduced health care legisla- "That's going to take more than the three or four hours we MCAS tests are among the measures the Massachusetts tion that includes measures around telehealth, out-of-network had to vote as a council," he said. Teachers Association says should be the foundation for billing, and providers' scope of practice. Both Auchincloss and Grossman said they support Mayor reopening schools. The bill (S 2769) would require insurers to reimburse for Fuller's decision to create an independent, civilian police The union published its reopening platform Thursday, as telehealth at the same rate as in-person services over the next educators, parents and students wait to see what the Department two years, and the Health Policy Commission, by the end of See Police Vote, Page 5 of Elementary and Secondary Education's fall reopening guid- 2022, would have to issue recommendations on "the appropri- ance will look like. ate relationship" between telehealth and in-person reimburse- MTA members plan to deliver the platform to the depart- ment rates. ment's Malden office Thursday afternoon. Lora Pellegrini, president of the Mass. Association of The platform calls for "progressive revenues" to be a part of Health Plans, said telehealth has played an key role during the a reopening process, saying, "Student and staff needs will not The Westfield News COVID-19 pandemic "but we must build on its promise of be sacrificed due to artificial funding constraints." providing cost-savings for employers and consumers in the A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC Reflecting the recent protests against structural racism, the future." MTA also said the state "must transform public education to "Moving forward, it is vital that the state thoughtfully show — through structures, policies and practices — that Mike Dobbs Flora Masciadrelli monitor the provision of in-person care and telehealth cover- Managing Editor Director of Sales/ black and brown lives matter." Classified Manager age to determine when we can remove statutorily mandated "We also can only return if we know that we as a Hope E. Tremblay payments in order to build on telehealth's promise of provid- Commonwealth are using the frightening upheaval of this Editor James Johnson-Corwin ing cost-savings for employers and consumers, ensuring Multi-Media Manager moment to think critically and collectively about the goals we access to high-quality care for members that improves their have for our public schools and what it means to keep our Chris Putz Marie Brazee patient experience and is appropriate for delivery via tele- Sports Editor students safe," the union said in a statement. "Now more than Business Manager health technologies," she said in a statement. ever, we must transform public education and recapture our The group Health Care for All, which backs the bill as a central mission — educating the whole child and cultivating Fran Smith Lorie Perry whole, said it is "particularly supportive of extending tele- General Manager Director of Ad Production thinking, caring and creative adults who are ready to protect health provisions that were included in the Governor's rights and liberties in a democratic society." Executive Order during the emergency." The union's demands come as business shutdowns associ- 62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 "The expansive definition of telehealth includes oral health ated with the pandemic have battered the economy. Experts services, and ensures coverage of audio-only telephone calls, are projecting the state revenue collections will fall billions (413)562-4181 which is a vital step towards bridging the digital divide in below original projections. In anticipation of lower local aid Massachusetts," Amy Rosenthal, Health Care for All's execu- www.thewestfieldnews.com levels and possible spending cuts, some school districts have tive director, said in a statement. been issuing layoff notices. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020 - PAGE 5 Jobless claims active ahead of Books on the May unemployment rate release Go offered in Southwick By CHRIS LISINSKI been mostly trending downward since late State House News Service March peaks, they remain inflated above almost SOUTHWICK - If you are BOSTON - Workers in both Massachusetts every other week on record outside the COVID- or know a Southwick resi- and across the country filed fewer claims for 19 pandemic. dent who is unable to visit unemployment last week than they did the Massachusetts is about five weeks into a the library because you are week before, but they are still seeking aid at a multi-stage process to revive businesses that homebound for either short greater volume than almost any stretch before had to close physical operations during the out- or long term– Books on the the COVID-19 outbreak. break, but many are either still shuttered or face Go may be for you. State labor officials said Thursday that they ongoing financial pressures. Our volunteers will bring received 29,984 initial claims for traditional At the national level, the Department of books, audiobooks, and unemployment insurance between June 7 and Labor reported another 1.5 million claims for music cd’s to your home. June 13 and 15,892 claims for expanded eligi- unemployment insurance last week, a slight Deliveries and pickups will bility Pandemic Unemployment Assistance drop from the prior week that pushed the cumu- be made every three weeks. over the same period. Both one-week totals lative total since March 15 to more than 45 For more info about the were lower than the week prior. million. program or how to sign up, Since March 15, more than 1.6 million Officials on Friday plan to release state-level call the library at 413-569- claims for either the standard or expanded pro- data for May showing the unemployment rate 1221. gram have been filed in Massachusetts. and overall jobs figures. While new applications for jobless aid have Tabby cat missing Police Vote Tabby cat missing from Charles St West Spfld....near Continued from Page 4 Westfield. 5 years old...tail curls up over back. Jasper... reform task force to review that things are different here, a responsibility to listen to the currently represented by usually friendly but lost in unfamiliar neighborhood. the Newton Police Department's but there's evidence to the con- millions of Americans crying Kennedy, who is running for Call 413-237-7959 police and procedures for trary," he said. out for change. I am committed U.S. Senate. recruitment, hiring, training and Humphrey has endorsed to a deep and thoughtful exami- POLITICO reported on accountability. Brookline Democrat Ihssane nation of how we spend money Thursday morning that another Fuller announced Monday Leckey for Congress, but said on our police department, and candidate, Jesse Mermell, has Golf tournament to benefit that she would also use that had no bearing on his opin- I’m pleased that the Mayor has been reaching out to media $200,000 that had been ear- ion of the council vote. agreed to convene a Newton outlets and colleges in an Westfield Homeless Cat Project marked in the budget for the While Humphrey said the Police Reform Task Force. I attempt to organize debates WESTFIELD - Join the Westfield Homeless Cat Project for Newton Police Department to money could have been better trust that the citizens of Newton, before the Sept. 1 primary, a fun filled day on the links at WHCP’s Golf Tournament hire a consultant to guide the spent to offset proposed cuts to the Administration, and key which have become harder to Sunday, Aug. 2. task force's work. parks in Newton, both advocacy groups will come organize in races around the The tournament will be held at the Oak Ridge Country Club Humphrey's motion would Auchincloss and Grossman's back to the Council with state due to the pandemic. in Feeding Hills. Registration fee is $100 per player, which have eliminated five positions campaign said the reality is that thoughtful recommendations, includes golf, cart, lunch, dinner and prizes! Not a golfer? You on the police force that are cur- the money would have been including budgetary cuts if can donate a raffle prize, sponsor a hole for a $50.00 donation rently vacant for the upcoming spent on overtime for other appropriate. I look forward to or join us for a wonderful dinner for only $25.00. fiscal year, saving the city police to make up for the lost this thorough, top-to-bottom Send your briefs to Try your luck with one of our many raffle prizes! Registration $375,462 in salary and other patrols. review of the police depart- The Westfield News begins at 11:30 a.m. with a Shotgun Start at 12:30 p.m. For benefits. It failed on a vote of 8 "The cuts proposed on ment," Grossman said. more information contact Anna Laporte at either 413-454- in favor and 16 opposed. Tuesday night would have fur- Fuller initially proposed a WESTFIELD — Now, 7275 or 413-568-5143 or you can email her at LAPORTE.R@ "We are supposed to be ther decreased the Newton city budget for fiscal 2021 more than ever, our readers comcast.net. undertaking a comprehensive Police Department budget, before the pandemic hit that want to know about your Registration should be made payable to WHCP and mailed review of the police department which has already been would have increased the police business. As we slowly bring to 36 Elisabeth Ave., Westfield MA. 01085. Registration and and public safety functions and decreased from last year, and department's roughly $23 mil- back local businesses, it is sponsorship deadline is July 30, and all proceeds benefit it didn't make sense to me to fill would have taken cops off the lion budget by about $500,000 important to share what you WHCP. offer, when and how people those positions before that hap- street," Auchincloss said. to cover negotiated salary can make purchases or utilize pens," Humphrey said. Grossman was not available increases and other expenses. your services and just know If you would like to run a Humphrey also said he thinks for an interview Thursday, but That increase was reduced to that you are open. Birthday Announcement in it's easy for some people to her campaign shared remarks it about $147,000 in a redrafted Are you hosting online think what they see on televi- said she made at the council budget, and on Monday the events or offer remote ser- The Westfield News contact sion isn't happening in their meeting on Tuesday in which mayor proposed to use vices? We want to know! us at: 413-562-4181 own community. she called systemic racism in $200,000 for the task force. Send your briefs and pho- "I think also there's a ten- policing and society "real and Auchincloss and Grossman tos to pressreleases@thew- dency to think we're discon- extensive." are two of nine Democrats run- estfield news.com nected from the situation, or "As elected leaders, we have ning for Congress in the district SAVE ON HOME SECURITY Monitored by ADT ® the #1 home security company in the U.S.

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GEORGE and JANET JANKE MARILYN SMITH and BOB MERRIMAN Westfield Senior Center Father’s Day ‘Doo-Wop’ Curbside Luncheon

Fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, and father-figures were honored with a ‘Doo-Wop’ curbside luncheon. With the music of ‘American Graffiti’ blasting in the background, participants were treated to a casual menu, with the best saved for last… a Dad-size classic ice cream sundae for dessert! Entertainment for the event was provided by local musicians Marion Dunk and Chip Arnold, ‘The Keepers,’ via Westfield cable Channel 15, WPCP.

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DADDY’S HOME Tony Rubino and Gary Markstein JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS ontract ridge YOUR C B HOROSCOPE HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, June 22, 2020: Romantic and emotionally adept, you will need some time away from others to recuperate from life’s stresses. This year provides that, and you come back stronger and more successful than ever. If single, you will fall deeply in love this year. If attached, you are bound to your partner, heart and soul, and can sometimes have DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker unrealistic expectations. Once you cure those, you are destined for great happi- ness. CANCER loves you completely.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19)  Romantic opportunities pres- ent themselves right in your own neigh- borhood. You see someone moving in or out of the home temporarily, affecting your home and domestic life. Avoid mak- ing changes that are meant to be perma- nent, as unexpected hassles snarl plans. Tonight: Relax. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) SCARY GARY Mark Buford  Fresh personal starts are indicated today. Expect to be doing a lot of talking, thinking and local running around. The answers to certain personal problems finally become clear, and plans are able to move forward. Tonight: Answer old emails and calls; clean your slate. GEMINI (May 21-June 20)  Today puts the kibosh on certain Crosswords plans. Remember Murphy’s Law and always have a backup plan. Some of the snafus are financial. Sudden windfalls, however, are not beyond the realm of pos- sibility. It’s just not what you expect. Tonight: Spend valuable time with chil- dren. DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni CANCER (June 21-July 22)  Your high energy prevails today. You may even be so active that you can multitask and get a ton of things accomplished. However, cool it with any aggressive behavior when negative aspects create disharmony, arguments or power struggles with others. Tonight: As you want it. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)  Today suggests you get busy behind the scenes for many new begin- nings that take place later in the summer. Thoughts and actions are turning inward and planning for the future. This is prepa- B.C. Mastroianni and Hart ration for new actions you will almost certainly take. Tonight: Early bedtime. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  Today is for socializing and group endeavors. Some of you might be introduced to your ideal business partner, or love could arrive in a surprising way. One word of caution, however: If you begin an involvement now, commitments will change. Tonight: Online networking. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)  It is a good day to market yourself and your creative talents. But avoid the conflict arising with your mate or business partner when some deception, whether intentional or not, might manifest. Take a ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie deep breath and proceed slowly. Tonight: A clash of wills. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  Long-distance communications prove interesting, albeit a little heated. Debates or public speaking is favored. Energy and ideas are simply flowing. Those involved in fields such as writing, teaching or publishing will certainly be surrounded by activity. Tonight: Significant others will help. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  You might be rethinking financial commitments or investment strategies. Money matters will certainly be on your mind. Be careful of going overboard ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett financially (or otherwise), as passions may conquer common sense. Tonight: Disagreements over spending are likely. Do not let this lead to a crisis. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan 19)  Expect powerful people to affect your life. Beware power struggles that might be very intense. Some of you will feel pressured to either “make it legal” or break up your partnership alto- gether. Tonight: A break in the intensity and urgency of these relationship situa- tions; reevaluate. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)  Today brings minor havoc to the workplace, such as unexpected delays or Cryptoquip John Deering and John Newcombe mishaps. This will cause paperwork to ZACK HILL have to be redone. Work strategies will have to be temporarily reorganized. Tonight: Take care of your health and find ways to improve your mental relaxation. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  Today emphasizes love, pleasures, hobbies and children. Enthusiasm and energy will run high. Some of you may find yourselves in the mood for commitments. But be careful in any type of risk-taking behaviors; you might get burned. Tonight: Date night. BORN TODAY Aviator Anne Morrow Lindbergh (1906), director Billy Wilder (1906), actress Meryl Streep (1949) PAGE 8 - MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

LEGAL NOTICES APARTMENTS FOR RENT June 22,2020 WESTFIELD: 1 Bedroom, Kitchen & Bath Dear Annie Commonwealth of By ANNIE LANE Massachusetts $750 per month, includes utilities NO PETS. 1st/Last/Security. The Trial Court 413-250-4811 Probate and Family Court Washing Hands and Rinsing Away the Haters Hampden Division Docket No. HD20P0817EA APPLIANCE REPAIR INFORMAL PROBATE Dear Annie: It's horrible to be judged. Here is my times. It sounds like COVID-19 will be with us for PUBLICATION NOTICE ALLEN ST. JEAN APPLIANCE story: I am fortunate to have a nice car. This vehicle a long time. As a semiretired nurse, I think one of the Estate of: is my first new vehicle after 15 years of saving. greatest preventive measures is good hand hygiene. Repairing all major Mark T. Masciadrelli brands of appliances. From my additional savings, I am able to provide to Unfortunately, often I see poor technique when Date of Death others and deliver the items they need. I also have using the alcohol hand sanitizers. Most people use April 13, 2020 Senior discounts available. friends who do not have transportation to get from one pump, rub their palms, back of hands, and To all persons interested in the above cap- 413-562-5082 food drives and other similar places. between fingers but do not treat the fingertips. tioned estate, by Petition of When the schools closed, my daughter and I Most of us touch our faces, particularly our eyes, Petitioner Joan M. Czarnecki of ARTICLES FOR SALE packed up what we had in our pantry and dropped it with our fingertips. While the palm is still wet with Westfield, MA off at her friend's house, knowing that they would sanitizer, rub the fingertips into the palm, with some a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Playboy Collection Joan M. Czarnecki of Westfield, MA Many older editions, calendars. need food. I went to a school district food distribu- sanitizer getting under the nails. has been informally appointed as the Personal Perfect for collectors! Representative of the estate to serve without Call: 413-310-1151 tion to secure more food for them to drop off since Even better is washing with soap and water for 20 surety on the bond. they didn't have transportation to get to the drive. seconds, again paying attention to the fingertips. I While there, I got death stares and screamed at think people have become very complacent with The estate is being administered under inform- al procedure by the Personal Representative AUTO FOR SALE that I didn't need free food because of my car! I'm alcohol sanitizers, thinking they have cleaned their under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Invent- CARS/TRUCKSWANTED!!! All Makes/Mod- fortunate to have a nice car, but I'm using it to hands and not realizing that it was an incomplete ory and accounts are not required to be filed els 2000-2019! Any Condition. Running or Not. deliver food to those who need it most. I'm also action, perhaps not ridding them of this infectious with the Court, but interested parties are en- Top $$$ Paid! Free Towing! We're Nationwide! titled to notice regarding the administration Call Now: 1-888-513-1505. purchasing food, diapers and formula for churches virus. from the Personal Representative and can peti- to distribute. Do not judge if you don't know the I love your column, which brings so much helpful tion the Court in any matter relating to the es- tate, including distribution of assets and ex- TIMOTHY'S AUTO SALES whole story. -- Don't Judge a Book by the Cover info and advice to many. Thank you for letting me penses of administration. Interested parties are Dear Don't Judge a Book by the Cover: I'm share. -- Old Nurse entitled to petition the Court to institute formal We might have exactly what proceedings and to obtain orders terminating you want, if not, let us sorry that you received such harsh judgment from Dear Old Nurse: I love your letter! Hearing from or restricting the powers of Personal Repres- locate it for you! others. In this world, unfortunately, there will always professionals on tips for proper hand-washing, and entatives appointed under informal procedure. Specializing in vehicles A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be under $4,000. be people who judge or condemn others. However, the use of alcohol sanitizers, always deserves a obtained from the Petitioner. there will also be people who forgive and love. You round of applause. 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They have the best I agree with a comment in a previ- and known on Assessor’s Map 27 as Parcel Dear Heloise: 51-0. HENTNICK advice and will not recommend using dangerous ous column about loud music over the top of TV CHIMNEY SWEEPS drugs or other risky therapies. To be certain you are shows. I also cannot hear or understand what they Tony Novak Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel Chair, Granville Zoning Board of Appeals caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry getting the facts, check out their website at www. are speaking. That is when I change the channel or work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. In- CDC.gov. -- Cecilia in Maryland turn off the TV. How can the shows’ producers think sured. Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, (800)793-3706. Cecilia, you’re right. It’s best to consult with a this is a good idea? -- Rita, Hondo, Texas June 22, 29, 2020 legitimate health organization that can give us up-to- Rita, I can understand your frustration. 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