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VOL. 86 NO. 151 $1.00 MONDAY,TUESDAY, JUNE JUNE 27,14, 2017 2021 VOL. 75 cents 90 NO. 138 ‘Mr. Whipy’s’ Golf Acres seeks to establish walking trails

By AMY PORTER Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Anthony Witman of Witman Properties went before the Conservation Commission on June 8, seeking to add a walk- ing trail in between the pond and the Powdermill brook in the back of “Mr. Whipy’s” Golf Acres at 317 Union St. The newly renamed 45-acre recreational facility features a driving range, miniature golf area, batting range and miniature “Indy- style” go-kart track. Witman said he also wants to tap into its ecological beauty with nature trails. Witman told the board the plan is to use a two-wheel tractor with a mowing deck to cre- ate a three-foot grassy trail for public access. He said they would steer through areas with- The Mill at Crane Pond, 77 Mill St., Westfield, will be the site of a free vaccination clinic June 19-21. (HOPE E. TREMBLAY/THE out a lot of vegetation. He said some of the WESTFIELD NEWS) vegetation is in the 100-year flood plain, but doesn’t seem to be relevant to any of the wet- lands. Get a sandwich, a beer and more during Conservation Coordinator Meredith Borenstein said the walking trail may be exempt from regulation. She said she wasn’t sure if the clearing in the flood zone is permit- the Mill at Crane Pond vaccination clinic table, but Witman wouldn’t be changing the By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Workspace. distancing to keep our guests feeling wel- elevation. Editor “We have new co-sharing offices and a come and safe,” said Grenier. “Looking Commissioner James Murphy asked if the WESTFIELD – While Massachusetts is large Event Space at MillWorks that’s per- ahead, we’re excited to continue welcoming hiking trail would go around the pond. one of the leaders in vaccinations, according fect for this CVS-sponsored Community the awakening community to gather with “That’s the intention. One trail on the north to Gov. Charlie Baker, Hampden County is Clinic,” Allen said in a written release. friends and family for some great craft beer end of the facility and back end of the pond, behind its Commonwealth counterparts. The Pottery Cellar and Bubble Mug Café, and craft food in our spacious, family friend- To help bring up Hampden County’s vac- a Polish pottery retailer and café, will offer a ly taproom.” See Golf Acres, Page 5 cination numbers, The Mill at Crane Pond “Free Sandwich for a Jab” deal and Great According to the release, Pottery Cellar owner Rocky Allen decided to be proactive Awakening Brewing Co., a craft brewery and promotes the global recovery plan at the and try something a little out of the box to taproom, will offer a free product as well to local level and invites othelocal community entice residents to get vaccinated. anyone 21 and older who gets vaccinated members as well as surrounding community According to a press release, Allen heard during the clinic. friends to join the efforts of protecting your- about a Buffalo, New York brewery that Allen started to approach other Mill ten- self and others. Pottery Cellar just celebrated offered a “Shot and a Beer” to encourage ants to. “The response has been extremely three years in business in The Mill and fea- vaccinations. The gimmick was a success positive. The cost is absolutely free. Not only tures the largest inventory in New England and the program saw more people vaccinated can we offer COVID Vaccinations to employ- of authentic Polish Pottery from the Ceramika in a week than all of Erie County to date. ers and employees at The Mill, but we are Artystyczna factory located in Boleslawic, Allen thought this approach could work opening MillWorks to residents of the great- Poland. here and approached his tenant, Great er Westfield area to also get cost-free Pfizer “ People love the space and like being in a Driving range lights being tested this week at Awakening Brewing Co. to help vaccinations,” Allan said. “I think this will historical mill structure. Mixing the old with Mr. Whipy’s Golf Acres. (PHOTO SUBMITTED) “Plus, we had other Mill tenants that might be a win-win!” the new leaves lasting memories on all who want to offer free products or incentives for Great Awakening Brewing Co. Co-founder visit and that is important to me as founder of people getting a No Cost COVID vaccina- Andy Grenier said in the press release that Pottery Cellar,” stated owner Dawn Whitehill tion – and promote their business too,” Allen his company is investing and participating in Allen said walk-ins are welcome during stated. The Mill’s vaccine program to support the the clinic, at 77 Mill St. Musical groups Mayor Donald F. Humanson Jr. helped safety and health of the entire western “But if Buffalo is any indication of our Allen with the alcohol beverage limitations Massachusetts community. success, we are strongly encouraging every- and then Allen approached CVS Pharmacy “In October we opened the doors to our one to register by going to the Millworks offer virtual to partner in offering a Free Vaccination Westfield brewery and taproom during the website to reach the CVS online Appointment Clinic. COVID-19 pandemic. Leveraging our Scheduler.” Allen said. The result is a free vaccine clinic at The 12,000 square-foot beer hall space in the Visit MillWorksWestfield.com to register. spring concerts Mill June 19-21 in the MillWorks Co-Sharing Mill at Crane Pond enabled us to provide The free clinic will be from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. By LORI SZEPELAK Correspondent WESTFIELD — Music is alive and thriving in the city and two virtual concerts this month are showcasing the talent of singers of all Free vaccine clinic in Southwick for area residents ages. By PETER CURRIER The COVID-19 testing and vaccine distri- No sign up will be required. If one is driv- Nine young singers have been rehearsing Staff Writer bution company Curative will be partnering ing by and decides to get their shot, they since late February and their efforts will be on SOUTHWICK- The Health Department with the Health Department for the free may walk up to the clinic and do so. It will view during a virtual concert on June 17 at will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at clinic. Everyone who comes to receive their be a first come, first serve basis. 6:30 p.m. Southwick Regional School June 15 from 3 vaccine will receive one free ice-cream cone While New England as a whole has one of Kerry Cipoletta, artistic director for the to 6 p.m. from Moolicious Farms. the best vaccination rates in the country, Young Singers of Greater Westfield, said the Health Director Tammy Spencer said in Spencer said the clinic will be available to Hampden County has the lowest fully vac- students have worked hard and created “some- an email to town officials that the clinic all eligible Southwick residents and resi- cinated rate in Massachusetts at 43 percent. thing truly unique and beautiful.” would be open to anyone age 12 and up. The dents of surrounding communities. 59 percent of Hampden County residents “We have a great group of students who clinic will have the Pfizer-BioNTech vac- During the June 3 Board of Health meet- have received at least one dose. have endured through these trying times, cine, so those who get their shot on June 15 ing, Spencer said that Superintendent Southwick’s vaccination rate is below the never giving up their love for music,” said will need to come back on July 6 for their Jennifer Willard’s office had sent out a poll Hampden County average. 4,911, or 50 per- Cipoletta. second dose. to Southwick, Tolland, and Granville stu- cent of Southwick residents have received at Students featured in this spring’s virtual The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was grant- dent families to gauge interest in a potential least one dose as of June 10. 4,287 resi- concert include Aaron Boyd, Madison Boyd, ed emergency approval for all persons 12 clinic. They received 50 responses with 85 dents, or 44 percent are fully vaccinated. and up by the Food and Drug Administration. people saying they would want the vaccine. See Spring Concerts, Page 3 Rotary grant supports Senior Center meals WESTFIELD – Low cost lunch for the budget was strained by the need to buy con- to news about other senior center members city’s older residents has long been a staple sumable containers and by other expenses who may not have used the service recently. program at the Westfield Senior Center but, involved in the transition to the take-out “It’s a way for us to keep eyes and ears on when the COVID-19 pandemic arrived, the meals but said “We didn’t miss a day. what’s going on” she said. service encountered new challenges. Those She said “We didn’t want to go up on the Gorman said that when the curbside ser- challenges were ameliorated thanks to a price of the meals” and explained “The vice began the agency was providing meals $1,000 grant from the Westfield Rotary’s Rotary grant helped out hugely” by allow- for about 50 recipients but said the number club’s Lynn Boscher COVID Relief Fund. ing for the purchase not only of containers has been as high as 175. “Depending what Tina Gorman, director of the Council on to serve the meals in but also by allowing we’re serving” quipped Joann Boucher, Aging, said recently that the staff at the for the purchase of storage bins and other food services coordinator. Gorman said that center was able to make the transition to needs for the meals program. meals which include mashed potatoes with Barbara Martone, a volunteer for the Westfield curbside meals on May 17, 2020, but the Gorman said that the program does more gravy are, “by far”, always the most popu- Council On Aging, and Brandon Afleldt, president cost for the meals increased. Fortunately, than simply meet the nutritional needs of lar. of the Rotary Club of Westfield, chat with one of the the program got a boost when a grant from the older adults who use the service. Gorman Menus for upcoming meals are found in participants of the COA lunch program as he waits the Rotary club’s COVID relief fund was explained that a volunteer or staffer takes a the Voice of Experience, the COA’s news to pick up his curbside meal. (PHOTO COURTESY offered. minute or two to chat with each recipient THE ROTARY CLUB OF WESTFIELD) Gorman explained that the program’s waiting in line. That person pays attention See Senior Center Meals, Page 3 PAGE 2 - MONDAY, JUNE 14, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

Armbrook Village resident Harriet Gilman, celebrates milestone 100th birthday. Armbrook Village resident Harriet Gilman on her 100th birthday WESTFIELD June 2nd was a special day at Born and raised in Chester, MA on her fami- Church in Southampton. Her favorite activities and to our entire team who pulled out all the Armbrook Village, as the community came ly’s farm, Harriet graduated from Chester High include gardening and going out to her family stops to make Harriet’s birthday so memora- together to celebrate resident Harriet Gilman’s School and the University of Massachusetts farm to pick blueberries. ble.” 100th birthday. Harriet was joined for the cele- before going on to work as an educator, working “We were so glad to be able to celebrate this Armbrook Village features Independent, bration by her family and some of her friends at with elementary school students and later teach- special day with Harriet,” said Armbrook Assisted Living, and Compass Memory Armbrook, along with Westfield Mayor Donald ing Home Economics. She and her husband Village’s Executive Director Beth Cardillo. “I Support all on one campus conveniently locat- F. Humason, Jr. and State Representative Kelly James raised two sons, Jim and Lee, and she is want to thank Mayor Humason and ed in Westfield. For more information, please Pease. an active member of the First Congregational Representative Pease for coming out to join us visit www.ArmbrookVillage.com. Police Logs Westfield District Court a nearby school property, the responding officer reports that an Court Logs Monday, June 7, 2021 area search turned up negative; Westfield 8:05 p.m.: disturbance, Franklin Street, a caller reports that 5:44 p.m.: trespassing, George Street, a caller reports that a Major crime and incident report a male party was lying on the ground, the caller reports that she Monday, June 7, 2021 male party is trespassing on tops of a George Street building, did not see what happened but that an employee stated that he the responding officer reports that he located two bicycles Michael A. Hannah, 57, of 5 South Longyard Road, “knocked him out,” the responding officer reports that one Apt. C3, Southwick, was released on his personal recog- behind the building which he believed belonged to the tres- ambulance was requested to evaluate an injured party, the passing parties, the officer reports that he brought the bicycles nizance (with pretrial conditions) pending an Aug. 20 responding ambulance reports that one person refused medical hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of assault and to the Westfield Police Headquarters where they would be able attention, the officer filed an incident report. to pick them up; battery on a family or household member brought by Southwick police. 6:57 p.m.: recreational vehicle complaint, Cranston Street, a Southwick caller reports that a male party has been continuously riding his 7:49 p.m.: recreational vehicle violations, Berkshire Avenue, dirt bike at high speeds throughout the neighborhood and over two ATVs operating on the street.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Mon., June 14, 2021 is the 165nd day of the year. 200 days remain until the end of the year

II. doah Valley town of Winchester, 1945 – World War II: Filipino troops mated C$1.1 million, leading to 200 ON THIS DAY 1775 – American Revolutionary Virginia. of the Philippine Commonwealth arrests and injuries. War: the Continental Army is estab- 1863 – Second Assault on the Con- Army liberate the captured in Ilocos 2002 – Near-Earth asteroid 2002 1158 – The city of Munich is found- lished by the Continental Congress, federate works at the Siege of Port Sur and start the Battle of Bessang MN misses the Earth by 75,000 ed by Henry the Lion on the banks marking the birth of the United Hudson during the American Civil Pass in Northern Luzon. miles (121,000 km), about one-third of the river Isar. States Army. War. 1949 – Albert II, a rhesus monkey, of the distance between the Earth 1216 – First Barons’ War: Prince 1777 – The Second Continental 1872 – Trade unions are legalized rides a V-2 rocket to an altitude of and the Moon. Louis of France takes the city of Congress passes the Flag Act of in Canada. 134 km (83 mi), thereby becoming 2014 – A Ukraine military Ilyushin Il- Winchester, abandoned by John, 1777 adopting the Stars and Stripes 1881 – The White Rajahs territories the first monkey in space. 76 airlifter is shot down, killing all 49 King of England, and soon con- as the Flag of the United States. become the British protectorate of 1951 – UNIVAC I is dedicated by people on board. quers over half of the kingdom. 1789 – Mutiny on the Bounty: HMS Sarawak. the U.S. Census Bureau. 2017 – A fire in a high-rise apart- 1276 – While taking exile in Fuzhou, Bounty mutiny survivors including 1900 – Hawaii becomes a United 1954 – U.S. President Dwight D. ment building in North Kensington, away from the advancing Mongol Captain William Bligh and 18 others States territory. Eisenhower signs a bill into law that London, UK, leaves 72 people dead invaders, the remnants of the Song reach Timor after a nearly 7,400 km 1900 – The second German Naval places the words “under God” into and another 74 injured. An enquiry dynasty court hold the coronation (4,600 mi) journey in an open boat. Law calls for the Imperial German the United States Pledge of Alle- would later confirm that the build- ceremony for Emperor Duanzong. 1800 – The French Army of First Navy to be doubled in size, result- giance. ing’s exterior did not comply with 1285 – Second Mongol invasion of Consul Napoleon Bonaparte de- ing in an Anglo-German naval arms 1955 – Chile becomes a signa- regulations and was the central Vietnam: Forces led by Prince Trần feats the Austrians at the Battle of race. tory to the Buenos Aires copyright reason why the fire spread, and that Quang Khải of the Trần dynasty de- Marengo in Northern Italy and re- 1907 – The National Association for treaty. the fire service were too late in ad- stroy most of the invading Mongol conquers Italy. Women’s Suffrage succeeds in get- 1959 – Disneyland Monorail Sys- vising residents to evacuate. naval fleet in a battle at Chuong 1807 – Emperor Napoleon’s French ting Norwegian women the right to tem, the first daily operating mono- 2017 – US Republican politician Duong. Grande Armée defeats the Russian vote in parliamentary elections. rail system in the Western Hemi- Steve Scalise of Louisiana is shot 1287 – Kublai Khan defeats the Army at the Battle of Friedland in 1919 – John Alcock and Arthur sphere, opens to the public in and wounded by a terrorist while force of Nayan and other tradition- Poland (modern Russian Kalinin- Whitten Brown depart from St. Anaheim, California. practicing for charity baseball. alist Borjigin princes in East Mongo- grad Oblast) ending the War of the John’s, Newfoundland on the first 1959 – Dominican exiles depart lia and Manchuria. Fourth Coalition. nonstop transatlantic flight. from Cuba and land in the Domini- 1381 – Richard II of England meets 1821 – Badi VII, king of Sennar, 1926 – Brazil leaves the League of can Republic to overthrow the totali- leaders of Peasants’ Revolt at surrenders his throne and realm to Nations. tarian government of Rafael Trujillo. TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS Mile End. The Tower of London is Ismail Pasha, general of the Otto- 1937 – Pennsylvania becomes the All but four are killed or executed. stormed by rebels who enter with- 1970 – Heather McDonald, Amer- man Empire, bringing the 300 year first (and only) state of the United 1962 – The European Space Re- ican comedian, actress, and au- out resistance. old Sudanese kingdom to an end. States to celebrate Flag Day offi- search Organisation is established thor 1404 – Welsh rebel leader Owain 1822 – Charles Babbage proposes cially as a state holiday. in Paris – later becoming the Euro- Glyndŵr, having declared himself a difference engine in a paper to the 1937 – U.S. House of Representa- pean Space Agency. 1971 – Bruce Bowen, American Prince of Wales, allies himself with Royal Astronomical Society. tives passes the Marihuana Tax Act. 1966 – The Vatican announces basketball player and sportscast- the French against King Henry IV of 1830 – Beginning of the French 1940 – World War II: The German the abolition of the Index Librorum er England. colonization of Algeria: Thirty-four occupation of Paris begins. Prohibitorum (“index of prohibited 1972 – Rick Brunson, American 1618 – Joris Veseler prints the first thousand French soldiers begin 1940 – The Soviet Union presents books”), which was originally insti- basketball player and coach Dutch newspaper Courante uyt Ital- their invasion of Algiers, landing 27 an ultimatum to Lithuania resulting tuted in 1557. 1973 – Sami Kapanen, Finnish- ien, Duytslandt, &c. in Amsterdam kilometers west at Sidi Fredj. in Lithuanian loss of independence. 1967 – Mariner program: Mariner 5 American ice hockey player and (approximate date). 1839 – Henley Royal Regatta: the 1940 – Seven hundred twenty- is launched towards Venus. manager 1645 – English Civil War: Battle of village of Henley-on-Thames, on eight Polish political prisoners from 1982 – Falklands War: Argentine 1977 – Chris McAlister, American Naseby: Twelve thousand Royalist the River Thames in Oxfordshire, Tarnów become the first inmates of forces in the capital Stanley condi- football player forces are beaten by 15,000 Parlia- stages its first regatta. the Auschwitz concentration camp. tionally surrender to British forces. 1978 – Diablo Cody, American di- mentarian soldiers. 1846 – Bear Flag Revolt begins: 1941 – June deportation: the first 1986 – The Mindbender derails and rector, producer, and screenwriter 1667 – The Raid on the Medway by Anglo settlers in Sonoma, Califor- major wave of Soviet mass depor- kills three riders at the Fantasyl- the Dutch fleet in the Second Anglo- 1978 – Annia Hatch, Cuban- nia, start a rebellion against Mexico tations and murder of Estonians, and (known today as Galaxyland) American gymnast and coach Dutch War ends. It had lasted for and proclaim the California Repub- Latvians and Lithuanians, begins. indoor amusement park in Edmon- five days and resulted in the worst 1984 – Lorenzo Booker, Ameri- lic. 1944 – World War II: After several ton, Alberta. can football player ever defeat of the Royal Navy. 1863 – American Civil War: Sec- failed attempts, the British Army 1994 – The 1994 Vancouver Stan- 1690 – King William III of England ond Battle of Winchester: A Union abandons Operation Perch, its plan ley Cup riot occurs after the New 1988 – Kevin McHale, American (William of Orange) lands in Ireland garrison is defeated by the Army to capture the German-occupied York Rangers win the Stanley Cup actor, singer, dancer and radio to confront the former King James of Northern Virginia in the Shenan- town of Caen. from Vancouver, causing an esti- personality THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JUNE 14, 2021 - PAGE 3 Pet therapy Tuesday

Residents of The Arbors at Westfield are treated to Pet Therapy on Tuesdays. Last week they had a special visit from Zella, Lucy, Luna, Taya, Mindy and Lettie, who were all sent home with homemade dog treats. (THE ARBORS PHOTOS)

Senior Center Meals Spring Concerts Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 letter which is provided to each meal recipient and distributed in the The Westfield News on the last Saturday of each month. The newsletter can also be found on the COA page of the city’s Arianna Blake, Luke Bulan, Chloe Fisher, Ella Hamel, [email protected]. website, cityofwestfield.org. Emma Miltimore, Noah Perkins, and Ceileigh Thomson. “Though it is harder to interact in this virtual world, my Gorman said that, as the COVID pandemic recedes, the pro- “This semester we focused on three very different pieces of Young Singers come to each rehearsal eager to learn and make grams at the COA are “scaling up” gradually. She pointed to a music,” said Cipoletta. “One song is an African American music,” said Cipoletta. “They put a smile on my face each cautionary notice in The Voice of Experience which suggests that, Spiritual, another a traditional canoe song from Polynesia, and time I see them!” in the interest of safety for both participants and the persons they the third a hit from a popular musical.” The concert is supported by grants from the Westfield encounter at the Senior Center, those who have not been fully Cipoletta added that students also had the opportunity to Cultural Council, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and the vaccinated against the disease should consider their situation record solo performances. Shurtleff Fund. carefully before going there. “You will hear some singing, flute playing, and ukulele The Greater Westfield Choral Association, under the music She also said that older adults who may want to be vaccinated strumming,” she said. direction of Marc Winer, showcased its virtual spring concert but have not been able to get their shots due to transportation or For area residents unable to view the live premier of the with a launch on June 6 and the performance can now be other issues may seek assistance getting vaccinated by calling the concert, a link to YouTube will be provided on the group’s viewed through its Facebook page – Greater Westfield Choral Senior Center at (413) 562 6435. Facebook page and website. Association – or by visiting https://www.youtube.com/ Currently, Gorman said, there are several fitness programs Cipoletta said to attend the live premier, a Google form to watch?v=IMhoS3DVOWQ being offered in the morning under a tent at the Senior Center. She said that several programs, such as ‘Chess with Les’ and ‘Sassy register can be found at https://forms.gle/JRuW7hhXiJ2hpDb89 On the association’s website – www.westfieldchoral.org – Stitchers’, are offered inside the building. Persons registering will receive a follow-up email with the the group notes “The pandemic didn’t stop us from making She stressed however that, due to space restrictions, enrollment link to attend. music in 2021. We’re all looking forward to the 2022 season is limited for all of the programs offered and potential participants Cipoletta noted the organization is always seeking to add when we can once again get together in person, this time for must pre-register by calling the Senior Center at (413) 562 6435. more singers to the group, as well as volunteers. For more our 45th anniversary season.” The Rotary’s COVID relief fund was named in honor of long- details on becoming involved with the Young Singers, get in time Rotarian Lynn Boscher, a prominent city resident who touch through Facebook, Young Singers of Greater Westfield, served with the Westfield Chamber of Commerce, the City its website – ysgw.org – or by sending an email to Kerry.cipo- Council and several other agencies in the city before his death in “Our Family Cooks For Your Family” 2019. It was established to provide help to those struggling with the “Our Family Cooks For Your Family” effects of the pandemic by a $5,000 donation from his widow, Village Pizzeria Mary Boscher. The fund more than tripled when contributions R E S T A U R A N T were added by the club, individual members and members of the Village Pizzeria RCollege E Highway,S T Rt.A 10 U & 202, R Southwick, A N MAT th public. 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COLUMN Still looking to get vaccinated? By HOPE E. TREMBLAY Editor When the COVID-19 vaccine first became available earlier this year, it was like a treasure hunt to get an appointment. The stuff was liquid gold. People would spend hours, liter- ally hours, going back and forth between their computer, phone, tablet and more, hitting the refresh button with the hope of hitting the jackpot for a vaccine appointment. People who found “secret” ways to get appointments offered HOPE E. to help others and it became a TREMBLAY challenge for some folks to “win” an appointment. In mid-March it became an easier task for many as more vaccines became available. Once pharmacies began offering it, getting a vaccination appointment became even easier. And now, vaccine clinics are popping up all over as the state mass vax sites prepare to close in July. Westfield and Southwick public schools worked to bring vaccine clinics right to schools where students over age 12 with permission from guardians could receive the vaccine, as Battle within GOP escalates well as staff and anyone from the public. Westfield hosted its clinic already, but Southwick’s is June 15 in case anyone can stop by. (Please see the front page story in today’s edition for details). with new Lyons missive Six Flags teamed up with Baystate to offer a clinic at the By MATT MURPHY solidifying that base instead of trying to appeal to moderate amusement park June 19 and The Mill at Crane Pond and State House News Service Democrats and independents is the way to build the party. CVS are joining forces for a clinic June 19-21 at the BOSTON - Under fire for his handling of anti-gay remarks “Maybe we’re better off without the governorship, and we’re Millworks Co-Sharing Workspace. It seems that most barri- made by a member of the state committee, MassGOP Chairman able to grow the party from the ground up,” Republican State ers to vaccinations are no longer a problem. Jim Lyons lashed out Thursday out at nearly every elected Committeeman Steve Aylward told NBC10’s Alison King out- I encourage everyone who is able to get vaccinated, and Republican in the House, accusing them of bowing to “poison- side the Marlborough meeting Wednesday night. wants to get vaccinated, to attend one of these free clinics. ous woke cancel culture groupthink.” The petition Lyons circulated was written by state committee Locally, vaccines are offered at CVS, Walgreens, Big Y and Lyons, who served eight years in the House with many of the members Jay Fleitman and Mary Lou Stuart and addressed to Stop & Shop, among other places. Most offer walk-in vac- lawmakers he is now attacking, said the 29 House Republicans Jones and state Rep. Peter Durant. Fleitman and Smart wrote cinations at no cost. If transportation is your only barrier to who insisted he call for state committeewoman Deborah Martell that it was “quite astounding” that the legislators chose not to being vaccinated, the local senior centers can help older to step down had turned their back on Republican values. defend Martell’s right to free speech, even if they disagreed with adults and Uber offers free rides to get vaccinated. The group, including House Minority Leader Brad Jones, what she had to say. There are many people who cannot be vaccinated. There signed a letter last Friday saying Lyons should himself step “Not only did you all wave the white flag of surrender, but you are many who don’t wish to be vaccinated. But for everyone down if he refused to demand Martell’s resignation after Martell all betrayed our fundamental principles. In addition it is unfor- else, there are numerous opportunities. told Congressional candidate Jeffrey Sossa-Paquette she was givable for Republicans to be giving left-wing democrats ammu- Please take advantage of them and please – everyone – be “sickened” by his adoption of children with his husband. nition to use against us: accepting their cancel culture tactics respectful of the choices people make. “These elected officials made it clear in a letter demanding my only emboldens them,” the petition stated. resignation that they’d sooner turn their backs on the bedrock Durant, of Spencer, said he didn’t understand why the head of American principles of free speech, free expression, and reli- the party would be spending his time attacking elected gious liberty, so long as it meant they could appease the Republicans while they were on Beacon Hill taking votes Democrats controlling the state Legislature,” Lyons said in an against tax hikes. Watchdogs on alert email to party members on Thursday. “We know how the people of our districts feel. Remember, The chairman urged party members to sign a petition that Lyons lost his own seat using these same tactics. It might be that would send the elected legislators a message: “Please join us in the 29 of us know better how Republican voters feel about these ahead of climate law calling on them to lead, to stand for the First Amendment, and to issues,” Durant said. push back against the woke cancel culture mentality whose only Baker on Thursday called Martell’s remarks “disgusting and endgame is to silence Republicans like you into submission.” unacceptable, period,” and said there was no place for bigotry in implementation Lyons’ escalation of the turmoil within the Republican Party Massachusetts or the Republican Party. By COLIN A. YOUNG came a day after a contentious state committee meeting in Baker and the party have been drifting apart for years since State House News Service Marlborough when the chairman gave Martell a platform to Lyons became chairman after the 2018 election, and that fissure BOSTON - Seventy-five days ago Wednesday, senators, defend herself in front of the committee, according to people has widened in recent weeks as Lyons and his allies on the state representatives and administration officials gathered in the who attended the meeting. committee sought to diminish his role in party decision making. State Library to watch Gov. Charlie Baker sign a wide-reach- Despite calls from nearly every elected Republican, including As a three-time statewide candidate, Baker said at a press ing climate po licy law. That means there are just 15 days left Gov. Charlie Baker, for her to resign, Martell has refused and conference that he believed he had a good feel for the views of before it takes effect, and the lead Senate architect of the law Lyons has supported that decision, despite calling her remarks the electorate, but he avoided a direct question about how much made clear Wednesday he will be watching its implementation offensive. responsibility Lyons bears for policing comments like Martell’s. closely. Rep. Marc Lombardo, of Billerica, was the only House “Those comments, those ideas do not represent the Republican Sen. Michael Barrett spoke as part of the Northeast Clean Republican not to sign the letter last Friday giving Lyons an Party of Massachusetts, or the people of Massachusetts,” he said. Energy Council and Alliance for Business Leadership’s ultimatum. The three Senate Republicans also said anyone with MassGOP Vice Chair Tom Mountain, who told the News Martell’s views should not serve in a position of party leader- Service on Thursday that he is no longer on speaking terms with annual Massachusetts Clean Energy Day, an event that also ship, but stopped short of calling for Lyons to resign if he failed Lyons, said there aren’t enough votes to featured his House counterpart Rep. Jeff Roy and Department to intervene. oust Lyons from the chairmanship right now, but he believes of Energy Resources Commissioner Patrick Woodcock, and By taking on the House GOP caucus, Lyons is choosing to he could be defeated in 2023. that illustrated the bifurcated state of climate policy right now: engage in a fight with nearly every elected Republican in state Mountain called it “insane” to alienate Baker from the party, one eye on making the ambitious new law a reality and the politics at time when the party has struggled to make inroads on despite the Trump supporter’s disagreements with the governor other looking for a solution to the next challenge. Beacon Hill and actually lost four seats in the Legislature in over politics and policy. “I want to emphasize the Senate’s interest in following 2020. “I cannot think of anything more vindictive, more absurd than through with implementation of the 2021 climate act. The Republicans amount to less than 10 percent of registered vot- to create this schism with the sitting Republican governor. What Senate as a body has a lot invested here,” Barrett said, adding ers in Massachusetts, and that share of the electorate has been good will come of this? No good,” Mountain said. “It’s the that even though the law was a result of legislative and execu- shrinking. But some conservatives believe starting fresh and political twilight zone, that’s what it is.” tive branch collaboration, “small gaps” remain between how the Senate would like to see the law implemented and the Baker administration’s perspective. The law Baker signed in March after months of stops and Pop-Up retail boosting downtowns, aspiring entrepreneurs starts commits Massachusetts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, establishes interim emissions goals By CHRIS VAN BUSKIRK For example, Kelleher said he started working with celebrity between now and the middle of the century, adopts energy State House News Service chef Darnell Ferguson -- who appeared on the Food Network’s efficiency standards for appliances, authorizes another 2,400 BOSTON - The future of retail is pop-ups -- but it’s not the cooking competition show “Chopped” -- to set up pop-up res- megawatts of offshore wind power and addresses needs in seasonal Halloween stores that materialize in strip malls when taurants where Ferguson can try out different concepts. environmental justice communities. the leaves start to turn brown that have the potential to liven up “There’s just no limit to what folks are doing out there now,” Barrett has taken a watchdog role in the law’s implementa- downtown areas, several industry experts said Thursday during Kelleher said. tion since the governor’s signature was still wet. Minutes after a virtual panel discussion. Allison Yee founded UpNext, a matchmaking platform that’s Rather, it’s a whole host of businesses that utilize temporary designed to connect brands that are looking to do pop-ups with See Watchdogs, Page 5 spaces combined with events, music, and food to draw people spaces that want to host them. She said pop-up retail serves as to town centers. And as the state continues to move past the a “strategic tool” for municipalities, brands, and landlords. pandemic, retail experts and local officials say pop-ups could “They bring people together because they serve as an event, play a large role in economic growth and commercial develop- generate excitement, and buzz and give you reasons to keep ment. coming back to see something fresh,” Yee said. “They’re just Take Ashland’s The Corner Spot, for example, where town really additive in terms of who benefits and how it helps to The Westfield News officials revamped an old shed to allow businesses to take out gather a crowd.” temporary leases and hold events. It’s been around for about John Rufo, a partner at Form + Place, said pop-ups “are here A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC four years, and since then it’s served as a destination for live to stay.” Mike Dobbs Barbara Perry music, food, and shopping, according to one town official. “It’s got such great ability to bring people together. It’s a real Managing Editor Sales Manager The area also serves as a space for businesses to test-drive connective tissue and it really catalyzes placemaking, I think, markets, residents to come together, and a way to increase which I think is a terrific aspect of it,” he said. Hope E. Tremblay downtown foot traffic to support existing brick and mortar There are concerns, however, that pop-up businesses may Editor James Johnson-Corwin Multi-Media Manager stores, said Ashland’s Economic Development Director Beth draw people away from existing businesses like a restaurant Reynolds. down the street from a food truck festival experiencing a loss Chris Putz Marie Brazee Sports Editor “The future of retail is pop-ups, too. It’s definitely a piece of in foot traffic. Business Manager it. So I don’t think that they should be underestimated,” Reynolds pushed back against that notion, saying that pop- Reynolds said during a Newton-Needham Regional Chamber up events have instead helped drive traffic to brick and mortar Fran Smith Lorie Perry General Manager Director of Ad Production virtual panel discussion. “I think there’s a lot of power in them. businesses in downtown Ashland. I think it helps a ton of people really start off, or even just “In my history, I’ve kind of seen that it actually does help continue what they are doing. It’s putting people to work. our businesses because it is bringing more people down and 181 Root Road, Westfield , MA 01085 There’s so much value in them.” people from out of town to. The Corner Spot’s been great for So which businesses use pop-up spaces? Mike Kelleher, that,” she said. “You’re coming from other areas, and you see, (413)562-4181 Federal Reality’s vice president of specialty leasing, said oh, Erica’s Restaurant is right down the street, I want to try that www.thewestfieldnews.com roughly 75 percent are people looking to try out new concepts out or Stone’s Public House, there’s a lot of history on that, I’m without committing to a permanent brick and mortar location. going to come back to Ashland. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JUNE 14, 2021 - PAGE 5 Golf Acres Continued from Page 1 then around and back into the site. Part of the inspira- tion for this is every time I’ve gone into the facility, there are people walking around and walking their dogs. Mowing is the pro- posed maintenance for the trail,” Witman said. Borenstein said currently it is impassable due to the dense bittersweet and rose. “I’m not a fan of vegetation removal, but since it’s all invasives, it may help the trees,” she said. Commission Chair David A. Doe asked Witman if he had concerns about making the area more accessible to people when he’s not there running the business. Witman said he is not, because all the equipment will be secured. Doe also asked if there was any evidence of people going into the pond. Witman said there is a canoe in there, but he didn’t know how they An aerial view of the property at Golf Acres. (PHOTO SUBMITTED) get to it because the bank is so steep. He said the view of she wasn’t too concerned. that all of that vegetation was hadn’t thought about that. weekend. chased 12 J&J Amusements the pond from the trail is 20 She said she hadn’t gone back left on the road was for wild- Doe said since a brook “New golf netting has been F-22 go-karts which are feet, although he would like into the area during the visit. life crossing the road, and for crossing is a whole other mat- installed and True-To-Turf expected to arrive June 29. to have one spot to go up to “I think we need to caution a buffer and noise reduction ter, the commission would mats will start going in today. He said “Berry” the Bear is the pond for visuals. The Mr. Witman not to go crazy for abutters. I’m directly need to do a site visit to look The driving range should be still at large but “Unida” the trail would also go right up clearing, we don’t want soil across the road. It’s not a at both concerns. The public ready for testing and feed- Unicorn is on the way to fill to the edge of Powdermill disturbance,” she said. good choice for that location hearing was continued to back from cash-only custom- the spot on the miniature golf brook in a couple of spots. Opening the hearing up to on Union Street to remove June 22. ers this coming week,” course. Doe asked Borenstein if the public, Melissa Kielbasa that buffer,” Kielbasa said. After the meeting, Witman Witman said on June 11, add- “Meredeth Borenstein and she had a concern about the said she lives directly across Kielbasa also asked how said Paul Hentnick, general ing, “We want to give a shout the conservation commission location of the trail relative from Golf Acres, and was not the trail would cross the manager of Mr. Whipy’s Golf out to Western MA Demo for are working with us to figure to the pond and the brook. in favor of removing the veg- brook. Witman said the trail Acres, and the Witman providing the use of their lift out the best way to get the Borenstein said since it’s etation on Union Street. would cross over the exiting Properties team are still to service the netting and public access to view Mr. only a three-foot trail it “When this project went in portion on the south end of working hard towards a soft lights.” Whipy’s birds and wildlife,” would be low impact, and over 30 years ago, the reason the pond, and admitted he opening for the 4th of July Witman said they’ve pur- Witman added. Watchdogs Continued from Page 4 104th Fighter Wing the bill signing, he told the zero stretch energy code.” climate law. Woodcock said Wednesday News Service he was con- Barrett said the Senate First up, on June 25, the that he and the administration conducts training flights cerned that the Baker admin- would be “dead serious” Department of Public Utilities remain focused on “the chal- WESTFIELD - The 104th Fighter Wing is scheduled to fly istration had tried to “evade about making sure “that the must begin to consider emis- lenges that come with imple- in and around Vermont during the month of June. legislative intent” of the new politics within the executive sions reductions on an equal menting as bold legislation as We do not want to alarm the residents around the local area law. On Wednesday, he point- branch, which may include footing as its considerations was enacted previously this who may be startled by the additional flying. The training is a ed specifically to the law’s builders and developers, of reliability and affordabili- year” because it puts critical part of our mission and allows us to accomplish core provision calling for a munic- don’t somehow throw us off ty, the governor will have Massachusetts on a path to a training tasks. ipal opt-in net-zero stretch path.” three new seats to fill on the “net-zero” future that “utiliz- energy code -- which was a “I don’t think it’s going to Board of Building Regulations es a scale of clean energy that major point of contention happen, but I haven’t seen a and Standards, the “social really would not have been Send your local briefs to The Westfield News between the Legislature and significant indication really value of greenhouse gas emis- anticipated just a few years WESTFIELD — Now, more than ever, our readers want to know governor during debate on the that there’s unambivalent sion reductions” must be fac- ago.” about your business. As we slowly bring back local businesses, it is bill -- as an area of concern. buy-in by the executive at the tored into the Mass Save pro- But while the work unfolds important to share what you offer, when and how people can make “The framing, verbally, of current time, current compa- gram, and the DPU will have to implement the new law, purchases or utilize your services and just know that you are open. the administration’s responsi- ny exempted,” he said. to establish a publicly acces- Woodcock said the adminis- Are you hosting online events or offer remote services? We want bility here by others in the Barrett excluded Woodcock sible database of complaints tration is also keeping an eye to know! Send briefs, photos to press releases@thewestfield news. administration has tended to from his criticisms through- regarding gas providers. on “barriers” to that future, com drop the words ‘net-zero’ out out his remarks Wednesday. “In all, the Act hands out like an existing clean energy of the conversation, which is During his own remarks, seven new assignments each procurement process that really strange because we not Woodcock mentioned that to the DPU, the DOER, and likely won’t be able to bring only require in statute that DOER is “moving forward the EEA, three of the state’s as much new clean power there be a definition of net with building code updates, frontline climate agencies. online as quickly as the state zero building, we also require not only with our stretch code Each of these assignments is will need it, the challenges of WESTFIELD that there be, and I’m quoting but looking at a municipal a major undertaking,” Creem getting people to adopt elec- EXTERMINATING, INC. from the statute, ‘net-zero opt-in that includes a defini- said Tuesday. “The to-do list tric vehicle and electric heat 58 Years Serving Western Mass building performance stan- tion of net-zero.” we release today is as much pumps at scale, and ensuring TERMITES • CARpENTER ANTS • RoDENTS dards’ promulgated by the On Tuesday, Barrett and for our benefit, and for the all communities benefit from Termite Damage Repair & Building Maintenance end of 2022,” he said. 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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS 1-877-712-5275 P. O. Box 367 Westfield, Massachusetts 01086 PAGE 6 - MONDAY, JUNE 14, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS SPORTS Bombers chase Terriers By CHRIS PUTZ with an all-out-effort to track down pop-ups in foul territory. Sports Editor Gateway’s Kaitlyn Maynard went 2-for-3 with a run. Gators WEST SPRINGFIELD – Six different players finished with pitcher Nicole Hannigan recorded 10 Ks. multi-hit outings and the Westfield Bombers won their ninth softball game of the season by defeating the West Springfield GIRLS LACROSSE Terriers on the road Thursday, 11-4. Kenzie Raymond (2-for-4, double, 3 RBIs), Moja Premny (2-for-4, run, RBI), Ava Cichonski (2-for-3, run, RBIs), Ali Terriers slip past Bombers Rehor (2-for-4, 2 runs), Carina Franco (2-for-4, run, RBI), and West Springfield 6, Westfield 5 Ciara Toporowski (2-for-3, walk, 2 runs, RBI) provided the Lara Finnie scored two goals and Claire Griffith chipped in a bulk of the Westfield offense. goal and two assists for Westfield in a narrow defeat. Gour struck out seven batters on the mound for Westfield “Our goalie and the entire defense played outstanding,” (9-2). Bombers coach Paul Fenwick said. “They gave us a chance to win all the way to the end. …It was a great effort. Unfortunately, we came up short.”

Gators prevail BASEBALL Gateway 5, Smith Voke 4 Stephanie Paiva got things started for Gateway with a Red Raiders knock back Saints delayed steal of home in the first inning. Emma Bean-Barlow ended it by delivering a bunt single in the seventh which led to Hampshire 6, St. Mary’s 2 a walkoff win for the Gators. Brady Collins, Shane O’Connell, and Everett Stec had the lone hits for St. Mary’s. Kenzie Raymond connects for the Westfield High School Paiva also delivered a solid effort from the catcher position, softball team. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS FILE PHOTO)

After making the stop on a ground ball to first, first base- man Ben King (23) beats the Hampshire player to the Saints’ Brady Collins (4) slides into home on an errant throw for the Taking the mound for the Saints against Hampshire bag for the out. (BILL DEREN PHOTO) team’s first run. (BILL DEREN PHOTO) Regional, Gavin Connors (26). (BILL DEREN PHOTO) Hampshire Regional vs Saint Mary Baseball

Everett Stec (8) dives back into first on a close pickoff attempt. (BILL DEREN PHOTO)

With pitcher Gavin Connors hitting the strike zone, Hampshire was forced to swing at close pitches. (BILL With men on first and second, Brady Collins (4) gets a solid hit to center field, DEREN PHOTO) allowing Everett Stec (8) to score from second and Thomas Baillargeon (21) to advance. (BILL DEREN PHOTO)

SPRING HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES WESTFIELD HIGH SOUTHWICK REGIONAL ST. MARY’S WESTFIELD TECH. ACADEMY Sat., June 12 Mon., June 14 Sat., June 12 Sat., June 12 BASEBALL vs. Minnechaug, Bullens Field, 5 p.m. TRACK & FIELD vs. Westfield, 4 p.m. BASEBALL @ Westfield Technical BASEBALL vs. St. Mary’s, BASEBALL @ Hampshire, 4 p.m. Academy, Bullens Field 9 a.m. Bullens Field, 9 a.m. Mon., June 14 BOYS LACROSSE vs. Agawam, 4 p.m. Tues., June 15 Mon., June 14 GIRLS LACROSSE @ Northampton, SOFTBALL vs. Ware, 4 p.m. BOYS LACROSSE @ McCann Tech, Smith Vocational H.S., 4 p.m. BOYS VOLLEYBALL vs. Athol, 5:15 p.m. 4 p.m. BOYS VOLLEYBALL vs. Milford, 5:15 p.m. BASEBALL vs. Ware, Whalley Park, 7 p.m. TRACK & FIELD @ Southwick, 4 p.m. Thurs., June 15 BOYS TENNIS vs. Chicopee Comp, 5 p.m. BOYS TENNIS @ Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School, Holyoke Tues., June 15 Canoe & Tennis Club, 4 p.m. SOFTBALL @ Hampshire, 4 p.m.

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GIRLS LACROSSE BOYS TRACK & FIELD 2021 FUTURES COLLEGIATE STANDINGS Westfield 5-4 Westfield 3-0 BOYS VOLLEYBALL St. Mary’s 5-4 Southwick 1-1 BASEBALL LEAGUE STANDINGS Westfield 10-1 Southwick 9-2 BOYS LACROSSE GIRLS TRACK & FIELD Westfield 6-3 Westfield 1-3 St. Mary’s 5-3 Southwick 1-3 Brockton Rox 8-2 WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS BASEBALL Westfield 5-3 Pittsfield Suns 7-4 Westfield Starfires 14, Brockton Westfield Technical Academy WRESTLING THURSDAY’S RESULTS Vermont Lake Monsters 6-5 Rox 4 (7 inn.) 7-3 Westfield 1-1 Norwich Sea Unicorns 6-7 St. Mary’s 2-10 SOFTBALL Southwick 5-5 GIRLS TENNIS Westfield 11, New Britain Bees 5-6 Westfield 2-10 West Springfield 4 Worcester Bravehearts 5-6 SOFTBALL St. Mary’s 6-2 GIRLS LACROSSE Nashua Silver Knights 3-6 Westfield 9-2 West Springfield 6, Westfield Starfires 2-6 Westfield Technical Academy BOYS TENNIS Westfield 5 3-5 Westfield 3-1 Gateway 5, Smith Voke 4 St. Mary’s 7-2 St. Mary’s 0-5 Southwick 8-0 THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JUNE 14, 2021 - PAGE 7

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DADDY’S HOME Tony Rubino and Gary Markstein ROYAL STARS Contract Bridge HOROSCOPE BY GEORGIA NICOLS HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, June 14, 2021: You are multitalented, creative and versa- tile. You are also impulsive! You love an adventure and socializing with others. In a nine-year cycle, you are in a seven year. This is a time of learning as well as teaching. Your spiritual side will be deepened and enhanced this year. You might have more interest in the DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker tarot, astrology or numerology. 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)  Batten down the hatches! Today is full of unpredictable events. Social occasions might be cancelled or changed. Sports acci- dents are possible. Parents should be extra vigilant to avoid accidents with their kids. A relationship with someone older might change or end. Tonight: Enjoy discussions with kids. TAURUS (April 20-May 20)  Today is full of disruptions, which SCARY GARY Mark Buford means you have to be prepared. For starters, a dispute with a family member might happen. Small appliances might break down. A break- age at home could occur. Sudden news that affects a parent, boss or your career might surprise you. Tonight: Family repairs. GEMINI (May 21-June 20)  Be careful! This is an accident-prone day for your sign, so pay attention to every- thing you say and do. Think before you speak or act. On the upside, because you can think outside of the box, you might have clever ideas. However, authority figures might Crosswords squelch whatever you offer. Tonight: Talkative! CANCER (June 21-July 22)  Keep an eye on your money, your DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni possessions and anything to do with your wealth and assets, because this is an unpredict- able day. You might lose money. Something you own might be damaged or lost. The gov- ernment or a partner might make things diffi- cult for you. Tonight: (Time for dark choco- late.) LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)  Even if you hide under the covers, this will be a disruptive day for you. “Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!” Relations with authority figures and parents are dicey. Arguments with partners and close friends might take place. This is also an accident- B.C. Mastroianni and Hart prone day, so be careful. Tonight: Youthful conversations. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  Your peace of mind might be dis- rupted today because something is going on behind the scenes that you did not anticipate. Change is in the air. It could make you restless. However, you also might encounter opposition with a boss or rules and regulations. Tonight: Talk to a parent or boss. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)  Something unexpected might impact your friendship with someone or your interac- tion with a member of a group. A relationship might even be severed. Quarrels about fund- ing, shared responsibilities and dealings with ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie kids and creative projects are all possible. Tonight: Talk to someone new. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  Be careful, because this is a day full of interruptions and unexpected events. Relations with parents and bosses could be confrontational. Family discord is likely. Possibly, something unexpected will com- pletely change your plans today. Tonight: Be alert. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  Be careful, because this is an acci- dent-prone day, so pay attention to everything you say and do. Travel plans will change or be cancelled. Likewise, something might affect college and university schedules. An authority ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett figure might tell you why you can’t do some- thing. Tonight: Friendly chat. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)  This is a challenging day, especially to finances, shared property, taxes, debt, mort- gages and investment holdings. Parents take note that this is also an accident-prone day for your kids, so be vigilant. Social plans will be cancelled or changed. Tonight: Double-check all details. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)  You might find yourself at odds with partners and close friends today because of a family argument or a sudden change at home. People are inclined to be overreactive and see Cryptoquip the worst in everything today. Keep your spir- ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe its up and your wits about you. (Don’t leave home without them.) Tonight: Enjoy chitchat. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  This is an accident-prone day for your sign, so keep your eyes open and slow down. Be aware of everything happening around you whether walking, jogging, cycling or driving. Likewise, think before you speak so you don’t have later regrets. Tonight: Home repairs.

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Wood Chopper Bob's Firewood Dear Annie The Trial Court Green and Seasoned Firewood. By ANNIE LANE Probate and Family Court Hardwoods cut/split to length. Hampden Division Boiler/firepit wood available! Docket No. HD21P0977EA (413)301-5229 or (860)463-6519 INFORMAL PROBATE Baby Shower Etiquette PUBLICATION NOTICE GENERAL SERVICES Estate of: Dear Annie: I just finished sending a baby gift to the instead of focusing on all that your friend’s pregnant Stephanie B. Saltus A.R.A. JUNK & daughter of a friend of mine. She had a registry, and I daughter did wrong with this invitation, try to shift your Date of Death: 03/05/2021 FURNITURE REMOVAL selected a gift and had it mailed to her with a congratu- focus to being happy for the couple. It will make you To all persons interested in the above cap- FULL HOUSE CLEANOUTS latory message. happier. tioned estate, by Petition of Appliances, Garage What really bothers me about this is how it was Dear Annie: So many people write in about their We Recycle & Donate Petitioner Deborah A. Fouche of Westfield handled. About a month ago, I received an announce- grown children not communicating with them much. MA ment card from the expectant mother and her husband My question for them is, when your children were Open & In Business during this about their impending big event. young, did you talk with them instead of at them? Did a Will has been admitted to informal probate. difficult time to serve you! My name was incorrect on the envelope; only half of you talk with the 2- or 3-year-old when they talked Deborah A. Fouche of Westfield MA PETE 413-433-0356 it was there, and I almost threw it out, thinking it was about the same thing over and over? How about the Free Estimates junk mail. Enclosed was a maternity picture and infor- 5- or 8-year-old? has been informally appointed as the Personal Credit cards accepted mation about the baby registry website. So many people talk at their children and never let Representative of the estate to serve without www.arajunkremoval.com I realize that there is a pandemic that dictates that we the child just simply talk. People are so busy that they surety on the bond. have to do things differently, but isn’t this rather tacky? need to step back and enjoy their children instead of The estate is being administered under inform- Clement's Property Service First of all, shouldn’t this have been handled as a “vir- rushing around. Be involved in your child’s life without al procedure by the Personal Representative Lawn Services, Mulch, Spring & Fall tual shower” so there could have been a Zoom event on the temptation to give advice or criticize choices. 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