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Vacation from July 11 to July 25 Mendon 1773, Underpinnings Upton Selectmen Discusses for the American Revolution Changes to Meetings Editor’s note: As we celebrate July 4th, we decided to reprint this article written by By Michelle Sanford Mendon Historian Richard Grady about the Staff Reporter/Columnist Resolves approved at the town’s March 1, During a June 19 meeting, Selectmen Brett Simas led a discussion on possibly changing the 1773 Town Meeting, which provided some start times of Board meetings as well as adding a public comment section to each agenda. of the ideas included in the Declaration of Simas said during his recent campaign for the Selectmen’s seat he’d heard from residents Independence written Thomas Jefferson about two possible changes regarding meetings. “One was the time of the meetings and the 242 years ago. challenges that some folks have making the meetings because they’re working or having to feed children in the evenings,” he explained. “Having a later time would make it easier for Mendon’s town meeting on March 1, them to participate and engage in a meeting that might be interesting to them.” 1773, at the Fourth Meetinghouse, was The town’s Selectmen meetings begin at 6 p.m. Simas suggested changing the start time one of the most important meetings in to 7 p.m. to see if that might benefit interested residents. “Obviously, we’re not going to have the town’s history. The outcomes had a huge spike in participation but I think it’s worth making these meetings as accessible as significant impacts, not only on the town possible,” he said. but on the 13 colonies under British Selectman Chair Gary Daugherty proposed a trial period beginning in September with rule. A group of six scholarly residents one meeting starting at 6 p.m. and the following at 7 p.m. to see if there’s an increase in eloquently proposed a document and participation. Daugherty noted that several other towns begin their Selectmen executive supported it with fiery orations that shook sessions at 6 p.m. “So town employees aren’t here until 10, 11 o’clock at night.” Following the rafters of the wooden building. The executive session, the regular meeting would then begin. In March 1773, Mendon voters spirited voters gave approval, and the Selectman Stephan Matellian agreed. “If this is something that will help to draw people to approved 19 resolutions that were the document gained the attention of Boston’s the meetings I’m all for it,” he said, suggesting a start time at 6:30 p.m. possibly. basis for many of the freedoms listed Committee of Correspondence and The second half of the discussion regarded adding a public comment section to the agenda. in the Declaration of Independence Sons of Liberty. The document helped to Simas reviewed other agendas of Grafton, Hopkinton, and Mendon and each have a public and the Bill of Rights in the United define and focus on the issues of colonial comment at the beginning of the agenda. “That allows for citizens to give us input to what States Constitution. To view all discontent with Great Britain, and it might be on the agenda so we can incorporate any feedback Upton Selectmen 19 resolutions, visit Dan Malloy’s became an influence on the thinking in the p 17 website, Hope1842.com – Mendon early days of the American Revolution. menu. Jane Bigda photo The purpose of the meeting was to respond to a letter that the town had received at a February 10 meeting, three weeks earlier. It was from Boston’s New Mendon Police Station Design Committee of Correspondence in regards to the punitive Acts of Parliament that had shut down the Massachusetts state government and closed the port of Boston. Voters at the February meeting created a committee to propose a Needed Due to Increased Costs response and present it on March 1. The committee included Joseph Dorr Esq., Edward Rawson, James Sumner, John Tyler, Lt. Joseph Johnson, and William By Michelle Sanford Torrey. The presentation was orated by their chairman, Joseph Dorr. It was in the Staff Reporter/Columnist form of 19 resolves or resolutions. The following are a few examples. The Mendon Police Station Building Committee provided the Board of Selectmen an “1. Resolved, that all men have naturally an equal right to life, liberty, and update on the latest costs for the new police headquarters showing an increase of $1.2 million property. 2. Resolved, that all just and lawful government must necessarily over the approved $5 million project. The Committee, along with the project’s architects, also originate in the free consent of the people. 3. Resolved, that the good, safety, put forward another design option during the June 18 meeting that is expected to bring those and happiness of the people is the great end of civil government and must be costs down. considered as the only rational object in all original compacts and political Analysis of the $1.2 million overages, known as the Option C design, were broken down institutions. 10. Resolved, that introducing and quartering standing armies in a before the Selectmen and included the unexpected discovery of unsuitable soils which free country in times of peace, without the consent of the people, is a violation of added an additional $100,000 to the original $5 million price tag. According to a PowerPoint their rights as free men. 19. … voted that the foregoing Resolves be entered into presentation, overall, site work and demolition costs increased $424,000, certain additions the Town Book , that our children in years to come, may know the sentiments of totaled an extra $344,000, and the Fire Station renovations increased $320,000. A more their fathers in regard to their invaluable rights and liberties.” detailed breakdown of the increased costs can be found on the Police Station Building Dorr served in the General Court (Massachusetts Legislature) during the Committee’s Web page at mendonma.gov. 1760s, and Rawson served during the 1770s. With their Boston ties, they were While the Selectmen agreed the unsuitable soil and certain market increases could not have closely acquainted with Sam Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, Joseph Warren, been predicted, the other increases should have been accounted for. “It would seem to me that and other leaders of the revolutionary cause. Mendon had representation at all at least 75 percent of this was predictable and we should have had it in the original number,” meetings of the Committee of Correspondence and the Provincial Congress. said Selectman Rich Schofield. Clamors for freedom from tyranny from the radicals in Boston echoed off the The Selectmen were then presented with an Option E design which will bring down the walls of Mendon’s meetinghouse at the north end of Old Cemetery. Historian increased costs. The new drawings show a smaller footprint than Option C which means a William Cullen Bryant wrote that Mendon’s Resolves and Thomas Paine’s less impervious area to drain. In addition, the building’s basement will be built under the first “Common Sense” were the first writings that influenced Thomas Jefferson’s floor and the attic will not be built out but only constructed for future expansion or storage authorship of the Declaration of Independence. The town meeting on March 1, needs. No elevator will be needed but both levels will be ADA compliant. It also requires the 1773 was one of the most important in the town’s history. It not only influenced replacement of less unsuitable soil. Mendon Police Station Mendon, but to some extent, the early beginnings of the United States! Even though the $1.2 million increase is expected to lessen p 4
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Miscoe Springs Building Discussed with Selectmen By Michelle Sanford Staff Reporter/Columnist The fate of the Miscoe Springs Bottling Plant structure was discussed at the June 18 Board of Selectmen’s meeting with members of the Historical
Commission and Planning Board in attendance. The current owner of the property is developer Bruce Wheeler. “Where we’re currently today is we had worked with the developer to come to an agreement for some waivers that he’d be willing Mendon Selectmen are discussing the fate to either provide the town the property or (give of the former Miscoe Springs Building on the town) $150,000,” said Planning Board Chair Northbridge St. Bill Ambrosino. “He did not have to agree to this.” Former Historical Commission member Jane Lowell stated Wheeler also provided a covenant to the Planning Board regarding the building which stated the town needed to make a decision on the building by December 2017. “He could have torn that building down any time,” said Lowell. Lowell went on to say the structure is very unique. “It’s one of the few larger businesses in town at that time. You won’t see another stone building like that. I would like the town to accept the building,” she said. Community Preservation Act funding could be utilized or other historical grant funding to help preserve the outside of the structure. The town’s Water Board has noted that affordable water cannot be accessed on the property but Lowell noted technology down the road might change that someday. It was suggested that for now, if the building is accepted, it could be used as a municipal storage area. “The whole town is in desperate need of storage,” said Parks Director Dan Byer. “The building’s a staple of Mendon. It’s been here forever. I’d hate to THE see it go,” said Selectman Chair Chris Burke. “The only concern I have is the age of the building, I don’t what type of “environmentals” are in the building, I don’t know what type of costs are CRYSTAL ROOM associated with it. So, I’m a little bit concerned about what we’re getting ourselves into.” Just keeping the building in existence is the main priority for the Historical Commission for now. A First Class, Full Service Event Venue Town Administrator Kim Newman verified if the town takes the $150,000 offered, Wheeler plans to level the building. Ambrosino and Selectman Rich Schofield plan to have a conference call OPEN HOUSE with Wheeler to see how much more time he’s willing to give the town before a decision is made. Saturday, July 14 Reorganization and Eagle Scout Awards 10am - 1 pm In other Selectmen news, the Board was reorganized in early June and voted to appoint Mark Reil as the new Chairman for the year. Past Chair Selectman Chris Burke, who was just re-elected CATERING in May, stated he really enjoyed his time serving as Chair and spoke about some of Board’s Visit CrystalRoomMA.com accomplishments over the past year. Going forward, Burke said he hopes to see the completion for menu & info of the new police headquarters on Main St., the hiring of a new fire chief, and to focus on the town’s roads and infrastructure. “There’s a lot happening in this community,” he said. Reil added 508-478-7800 he’s like to see improved communication among the town’s departments as well as improved 49 Cedar Street, Milford communication between departments and residents. Reil also said he was eager to work with the CrystalRoomMA.com Economic Development Committee over the coming year whose charge is to retain and grow [email protected] business and jobs in town to meet the long term needs of the community and therefore help to keep taxes from increasing. The Board also recently awarded Eagle Scout citations to Zachary Rivernider, Patrick Kennedy, Dillon Elliot, and John Giacomuzzi. Committed to bringing you Nothing rates better than the best in OB/Gyn care! our 6-Month CD. At Reliant Medical Group in Milford, Drs. Judith McNicholas, Mary Kay Myers, Darcy Renaghan, NP and Certified Nurse Midwife Colleen Ryfa are dedicated to offering you personalized Obstetrics/Gynecology care in a warm and friendly environment. Our OB/Gyn team will be there for you, from adolescence through menopause and beyond.
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JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 3 Mendon News ◆ Mendon Police Station from front page significantly with Option E, it’s still likely to said Schofield. “We promised the people of number will be presented to the Selectmen “You need to figure out what you can get for be more than the original $5 million price Mendon something and I’m unwilling to go who will direct the Committee to either the $5 million and if want to build more later, tag. The question of whether or not to request back on that myself.” keep the price tag at $5 million and make great. But get the station done.” additional funding from residents through Still, the only way to find out exactly how additional cuts or seek the additional funding All agreed the Committee has worked a special town meeting and ballot vote was much Option E is going to cost is to put it out needed from another source. extremely diligently on the project. “It’s a very briefly brought up. to bid. “It could be $5.2 (million), it could be Finance Committee Chair Mike Merolli long process,” said Chairman Chris Burke. “As far as I’m concerned, whatever we $5.1, it could be $5.9. We don’t know,” said said it was important to get the station done can do for $5 million—that’s what we get,” Committee member Don Morin. The final with the money appropriated by the voters.
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4 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Mendon News 151 The Advertiser’s Mendon Annual Household Hazardous Waste Day Club Directory
Mendon’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Day will be containers, shock sensitive materials, radioactive, ethological, These are the businesses that contract to adver- tise in The Upton and Mendon Town Crier at least Saturday, August 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Highway Barn, biological, medical waste, ammunition, fireworks, empty gas 12 times a year. They receive a frequency discount, 66 Providence St. This first come, first served event is for Mendon cylinders, antifreeze, and car batteries. feature article about their business (minimum 1/16 residents only; proof of residency is required. E. L. Harvey will be providing document shredding event page ad) and listing in this directory. Item accepted for disposal will include: oil based paints, stains, the same day as the Household Hazardous Waste Day. Mendon Business Name...... Ad on Page varnishes, strippers, solvents, automotive fluids and cleaners, residents can bring unwanted files, papers, old documents and American Climbers...... 13 waste oil, degreasers, poisons, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, confidential documents for shredding. Residents will have to Bright Insurance Agency...... 23 household cleaners, acids, polishes, photo chemicals, swimming option to watch their documents being shredded. C.J. Cilley Construction...... next pool chemicals, and adhesives. For more information, contact the Mendon Board of Health, Cancun’s Mexican Restaurant...... 4 Items that will not be accepted are: explosives, asbestos, empty 508-634-2656, or visit MendonMA.gov. Cook Company...... 13 CPR Etc...... 7 Crystal Room...... 2 Mendon Democratic Town Committee Frank's Appliance...... 15 Learn to Play Gibson Natural Pet Resort...... 16 The Mendon Democratic Town Committee is hosting a Summer Mixer on July 15 Golden Pond...... 23 from 4 to 7 p.m., at 28 Lovell Street, Mendon, parking available across the street at the Bridge Iadarola Plumbing & Heating...... 13 Vandervalk Farm & Winery. All are welcome. Come meet Democrats and likeminded Imperial Cars...... 24 Jim Buckley will be holding a neighbors and Democratic Local/State Candidates. Appetizers and refreshments will be Imperial Hyundai...... 1 bridge class on at the Mendon Senior served including locally made wine from Vandervalk Winery. J.C. Parmenter...... next Center on Wednesday, July 11 at 10 J.L. Darling Septic Tank Plumbing Co...... next a.m. Come and learn the basics at the Jolicoeur Overhead Door...... 15 class. Feel free to “sit in” on a regular Joyce Plumbing...... 14 Giving a Hoot about Reading and Fun game on Monday mornings at 9 a.m. Just-A-Wee-Day...... 20 to familiarize yourself with the game LaRose Muscular Therapy...... next at the Taft Public Library play. New players are sought to fill in or Liquor Plus...... next make new groups of four. Little Coffee Bean...... 4 By Melissa Orff Maple Farm Dairy...... 17 Staff Reporter Mazzone Electrician...... 12 It is easy tell that Taft Public Medway Oil & Propane Company...... 15 Library patrons really give Mendon Senior Mendon Motors...... 9 a “Hoot” about the summer Metrowest Oral Surgical Associates...... next reading program, as dozens of Center Milford Federal...... 8 children and adults show up for Milford National Bank and Trust...... 7 the kickoff event “Wingmasters: The Mendon Senior Center serves Mendon Muffin House Café...... 4 Music to our Ears” on June 26. residents 60 years of age or older, people Nathans’ Jewelers...... 18 The opening event for this with disabilities, and care givers. Hours of New England Ballistic Services...... next operation are Monday through Thursday year’s “Libraries Rock” summer New England Steak & Seafood...... 4 reading program featured some from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, or call 508-478-6175. Park Place Dental...... 2 fine feathered friends including Phipps Insurance Agency...... 9 an American Kestrel Falcon, Monday, July 9 Reliable Pet Sitting...... next Wingmasters bird rehabilitator and co-owner Julie Collier Peregrine Falcon, and a Red- Zerbini Family Circus 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Riteway Power Equipment...... next shares her knowledge of Birds of Prey during the June 26 tailed Hawk. Robyn Nasuti, RealLife Realty Group ...... 22 Summer Reading kick-off event.. “We are inaugurating the Wednesday, July 11 Rose Garden Restaurant & Lounge...... next summer theme ‘Libraries Rock’ Bridge Lessons, 10 a.m. Simoneau Electric...... 13 with a demonstration on how different birds can make different melodic tones,” said Council on Aging Meeting, 10 a.m. Templeman Tree Service...... 13 Wingmasters bird rehabilitator and co-owner Julie Collier. Upton Family Acupuncture...... next For 45 minutes, Collier gave facts about the birds’ habitats, food sources, and sounds, Thursday, July 12 BLT Lunch, 12 p.m. Upton Foreign Motors...... next all while introducing the audience to some of the birds that have been rescued after Wanokura Japanese Restaurant...... 4 accidents, leaving them unable to live in the wild. Wednesday, July 18 Wayne Grenier Electric...... 12 The Wingmasters event was just the first of many programs planned for the summer Podiatry Clinic, 9 a.m. Williams-Pedersen Funeral Home...... 22 including the ever-popular worm race, egg drop challenge, and Oreo stacking contest, as Wolf, DDS...... 7 well as new events such as a visit from the Southwick’s Animal Farm Zoo Mobile and Thursday, July 19 WPC Pest Control...... 15 teen and adult soap making classes. Cardboard Boat Race Town Beach, “We have a lot of new programs happening this summer at the library,” said Children’s 6:30 p.m. New Ad Club Member Librarian Tara Winsor. “We have a new ‘Read Across Town’ series where department UPS Store Milford & Franklin...... 22 heads will be reading books at different locations around town such as the police and fire Tuesday, July 24 departments.” The new program will end with a storytime at the Mendon Senior Center. Children’s Reading Program, 11:30 a.m. “It will bring the bookends of our community together,” said Winsor. Wednesday, July 25 A guided painting class by Mendon artist Christin Barnett, an instrument making class, COA Cookout, 12 p.m. and a Mad Science program are just a few of the other new additions to this year’s packed summer schedule. Sunday, July 29 And make sure to save the date for the 20th Taft Public Library Great Cardboard Boat Senior Tea, 2 p.m. Race on July 19, where captains sail their boats made entirely of cardboard on Lake Mendon Meetings Nipmuc in order to earn bragging rights, including that of most memorable sinking. Monday Although all of the fun events and classes going on throughout the summer seem to be Food Pantry (First Monday of the Month), Tuesday, July 10 the main event of the Summer Reading program, the actual star of the show is, as always, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, Executive Whole Foods, 9 a.m. the reading. “It’s not always easy for parents to get their child to read during the summer. Session, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cribbage and Bridge, 9 a.m. Sometimes all it takes is a little incentive,” said Winsor, referring to the many prizes they Hand and Foot (Canasta), 12:30 p.m. will be handing out throughout the summer for reading books such as gift cards, candy, Wednesday, July 11 Council on Aging, Senior Center, 9:30 a.m. and treasure chest picks.And you don’t have to be a kid to enjoy the summer reading Tuesday Police Station Building Committee, program either, according to Winsor. “Why should the adults be left out?” she laughed. Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. Town Hall, 7 p.m. “We will have weekly raffles for adults who are tracking their reading too.” Lunch Club, 12 p.m. Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. For more information about upcoming programs and to sign up for the “Libraries Hand and Foot (Canasta), 1 p.m. Rock” summer reading program visit the Taft Public Library website TaftPublicLibrary. Thursday, July 12 org. There participants will create a Wandoo Reader Account to keep track of reading Wednesday Conservation Commission, 18 Main St., Shopping Van, 9 a.m. (Call to Reserve) hours. Prizes will be awarded for every three hours read up to 21 hours. When a reader 7 p.m. Panera Bread, 9 a.m. has completed 21 hours, a certificate of completion will be awarded along with a chance to enter the End of Summer Reading Party drawing which will be held on August 14 with Monday, July 16 Thursday Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. the grand finale Family Carnival. Cribbage, 9 a.m. Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. All meeting dates, times, and locations nd th Wellness Group, 10:30 a.m. (2 and 4 are subject to change. For the most up to Thursdays of Month) date information on Mendon meetings, Lunch Club, 12 p.m. including agendas or cancellations, view The Town Crier is closed for www.mendonma.gov. Friday Vacation from July 11 to July 25 Walking Club, 9 a.m.
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JUST A THOUGHT MENDON MUSINGS 19 “Mendon By Michelle Sanford By Kevin Rudden Resolves,” as they are now known, did not specifically call for independence from Britain. But, many of their provision were adopted almost outright in the Declaration of Independence. So, now I put forth an idea to benefit the town and Over the weekend, my son While visiting my son in North its Historical Society. The Historical Society, you see, took part in a flag football Carolina earlier this year recently, I bought a copy inherited a house on Hastings Street (that’s Route 16 tournament in Danvers. He was of a regional magazine at the Raleigh Durham for you newbies) that it is turning into a historical picked to be part of an all-star International Airport. My idea was to rip out the museum. This private group needs funds to renovate the building and operate the museum. team and was pretty excited for mini-guide to craft breweries in North Carolina and it. give it to him, and have some reading for the flight Here’s my idea: The Halifax ad proclaimed, Teams from all over the home. “Experience Prelude to Liberty at Historic Halifax” country take part. My son’s team Inside this magazine, I found a full page ad for and listed some event dates and locations, plus was in the 12U group, meaning “Historic Halifax,” advertising it as the “Birthplace of recommended a local restaurant. Why not brand he would be playing with boys American Independence.” Wait a minute, I thought, Mendon as “The Prelude to the Declaration of ages 11 and 12. When I saw isn’t that what Philadelphia claims to be? Independence”? the first team he was playing Well, Halifax was touting a celebration of the April Ads in tourist-type magazines could recommend against, I could not believe my 12 signing of the “Halifax Resolves.” To quote from people visit Southwick’s Zoo, eat at the many great James Sanford, right, and a eyes. These boys were enormous the ad: “The Halifax Resolves was our nation’s first local restaurants (which, I’m sure, would chip in fellow athlete from Mexico pose compared to our team; in both formal call for independence from Great Britain.” to help pay for the ads). And, the ad could direct for a photo. Sometimes actions height and weight. To top it off, So, off to Google I went to find out more. them to the Historical Society’s museum – where, speak much louder than words. we were somehow registered These resolves were signed on April 12, 1776 and, for a few bucks, you could buy a nice copy of the Sanford Family photo in the Elite group, meaning according to a National Park Service website, “The Mendon Resolves suitably printed on parchment- we’d be playing quite out of Halifax Resolves ordered North Carolina’s delegation type paper. And, buy a “George Washington Didn’t our league in every game. Not surprisingly, we lost our first three to the second Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Sleep Here” T-shirt about the Ammidon Inn. Or, a games. Still, after each loss, both teams faced each other and did not only to form foreign alliances, but also to seek “Mother Mendon” T-shirt listing our children and the routine, “Good game,” handshake or hand slap to show good and vote for independence from Great Britain. This grandchildren towns? sportsmanship. action made North Carolina the first of the colonial Remember, we’ve got Halifax County, North After each team played three games, playoffs begin. And whether governments to call for total independence. As Carolina beat by more than three years. Why not or not teams won or lost games, they are then “re-bracketed” with such, it became a factor leading to the writing of the take advantage of our history? If they can have an the best of the day playing against the best and I hate to say it, but Declaration of Independence, which was adopted on annual event, why can’t we? If they can promote the worst playing the worst; that was us. Still, our kids took it in July 4, 1776.” tourism, why can’t we? stride and were thrilled when they won their first playoff game. But, what about the other “resolves” – you know, Let’s correct the history books! In 1773, Mendon Our next opponent would be a team that traveled all the way the ones passed in Mendon on March 1, 1773? The became the birthplace of the American Revolution. from Mexico. It was easy to spot them, draped in bright red and green uniforms. Although none of the kids seemed to speak any English, it was easy to tell they were excited to play. As the game Blackstone Heritage Corridor Seeks Photos for was about to begin, I saw a couple of kids on the Mexican team kneeling and bowing their heads to say a quick prayer before kickoff. It was then that I had a feeling this was going to be a very 2019 Calendar Contest different game. Being the Birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution, there are poignant traces of history left behind, Throughout the first half, it was a fairly even game with both within the boundaries of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor (BHC). Some of those teams playing very well. Unfortunately, in the second half, our team traces are the transportation networks that made the valley work. From the historic Blackstone River Canal began going down hill much to their dismay. It was during this to the many rail lines which eventually put the canal out of business, from old trolley lines to cobblestone time, that I noticed something going on that I hadn’t seen in the streets, these artifacts make great subject matter for photographers and will serve as the theme for Blackstone previous games. Each time one of our kids landed on the ground, Heritage Corridor’s 2019 calendar photo contest, transportation in the valley. a player from the opposing team came over to help him up. When “But, don’t forget what transportation in the Blackstone River Valley is today,” noted Devon Kurtz, BHC’s one of our kids made a bad play, it was a player from Mexico Acting Executive Director. “From airplanes flying overhead to everyone on the bikeway. What about kayaks who went over to him to offer a “it’s okay” pat on the back. What paddling down the river or the image of a well-worn pair of hiking boots? Celebrate our travels through the couldn’t be communicated verbally, was instead communicated Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor.” through a kind gesture. BHC’s annual calendar photo contest receives hundreds of entries, but only 13 images will be selected for Even at the end of the game, the kids from Mexico didn’t line the 2019 calendar to illustrate the cover and each of the 12 months. Submitted images not selected for the up to give just the congratulatory hand slap, some of them instead calendar are used throughout the year for BHC’s various promotional materials, including its website, annual hugged our players, even hugged some of our coaches. They didn’t report, rack cards and much more. To be considered for the 2019 Calendar Contest, photos must focus on just walk off the field for their next playoff game, they wanted transportation and must be original digital photography. Photos must be submitted in high resolution (300 selfies with our kids and a big group photo of both teams. dpi minimum), horizontal JPG format, 10 inches wide and 8 inches high. No black and white or altered And even though our team was done with their playoff run, images, please. The deadline is Wednesday, August 15. Entry forms can be downloaded from BHC’s website they seemed to realize it ended on a good note. It was the Mexican at BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org, or requested by calling the BHC office at 508-234-4242, or by emailing team’s actions that spoke louder to our boys than any words [email protected]. There is no limit on the number of entries. Each individual photo for understood or not understood that day. the contest must be submitted with a signed entry form. Winners will be notified in early September.
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6 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Obituaries
Carol M. (Bartera) Bowen help anyone in need or to enjoy a coffee, a homemade UPTON-Carol M. (Bartera) Bowen, 78, a longtime goodie, and visit with her family or friends. Upton resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, She never stopped learning and passing on her Taking the fear out of Dentistry June 12, 2018, at her home surrounded by her loving knowledge to everyone around her as evidenced by the one smile at a time. family after a very long and brave battle with cancer. next generation of talented cooks, gardeners, bakers, She was the beloved wife of the late Robert F. Bowen artists and hardworking, career minded people in her who passed away in 2001. family. It was always by her actions that she taught us Born and raised in Somerville, she was a daughter of that we are all strong, there is always light at the end the late Primo and Margaret (McFarland) Bartera. She of the tunnel, and when things don’t go the way you was a graduate of Somerville High School and wanted them to, you get up, dust yourself off, and move attended Salem Teachers College. Throughout her life, on. Carol was a strong advocate for education. Carol was the wonderful mother to, Beth Moeller, Carol made her home in Upton with her husband Sandy Barton, (Birdy) Roberta Mattox, and Michael the late Robert F. Bowen. Bobby was her “one and Bowen and his wife, Tristan; grandmother to seven: General,General, C Cosmeticosmetic & Implant Dentist Dentistrryy only”. Together Bob and Carol were magic, their Shane, Heidi, Megan, Michael, Ethan, Kayley and 37 Birch Street / Milford, MA / 508.473.4999 children were very lucky to grow up in a home with so Colleen and beloved aunt to many, many nieces and much laughter, love and support. Family was always a nephews. She also leaves behind her sister, Dorothy priority and Carol was her family’s biggest advocate and Chipman and sister-in-law of Wesley Bartera. supporters. She is predeceased by her oldest brother, Bob Bartera, Carol was a multi-talented and intelligent woman. and during the past few months Carol lost two people CPR Etc. She had an incredible career with Data General working close to her, sister-in-law, Helen Pisarro and brother, during the birth of modern technology. During her Ralph Bartera. career, she traveled all over the world including the Far Her funeral service was celebrated on Saturday, June CPR, AED, First Aid Training East, Europe, and Mexico. She loved her job, but most 16, at in the Trinity Episcopal Church, Whitinsville. Bloodborne Pathogen importantly loved the people she worked with and the Burial followed in Lakeview Cemetery, Upton. On-Site Training cultures she was able to experience firsthand. Calling hours were at the Williams-Pedersen Funeral Companies • Schools • Private (in-home) Carol’s amazing talents included painting, cooking, Home, Inc., Upton. gardening, sewing and she enjoyed sharing and In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Dana- No Class Too Small • Any Time, Anywhere teaching others especially her family and friends. Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Carol M. Bowen, Susan Tetreault 508-473-3630 Retirement did not slow Carol; she became one of the to support cancer research and patient care at Dana- Licensed & Insured [email protected] Town of Upton’s biggest supporter volunteering with Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA the Upton Woman’s Club participating in many of their 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift. activities while also acting as the clubs’ treasurer for Her family would like to thank all the caregivers who many years. She was a member of both the Blackstone supported Carol during her last few months especially Valley Garden Club, helping to beautify the town Leni and Martha - dear friends who always knew with her incredible talents and the Blackstone Valley exactly what needed to be done and did it without Heritage quilt group making beautiful quilts that many being asked. lucky folks benefitted from. No matter how busy, Carol always took the time to
Ken Johnson MENDON-Ken Johnson, 74, of Mendon passed away Saturday 42 Congress Street, Milford June 23, 2018 at his residence. He was the husband of Joanne 508-473-5511 (Flooks) Johnson. Ken had been employed for 40 years with Morgan Construction Co. in Worcester. He was the Director of Manufacturing and Technology before his retirement in 2002. He was born on September 7, 1943 in Milford, the son of the late J. Preston and Gladys H. (Thompson) Johnson. He was a graduate of Hopedale High School, Class of 1961 and also a They’re going places. graduate of Central New England College of Technology. Ken served in the Gulf of Tonkin during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Navy. We’re helping them get there. Ken loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially in Maine. He loved to travel, enjoyed a good round of golf, indulged in a good book and was the ultimate Mr. Fix It! In addition to his wife Joanne of 56 years, Ken is survived by his daughters, Laurie and her husband George Borghi, Susan and her husband Marcel Meacham, Sharon and her husband Timothy Healy, and Paula Johnson and her wife Nancy Gustufson, all of Mendon; two sisters, Shirley Cahill of Mendon and his twin, Kay and her husband Robert Hickman of Natick; a brother, Dick Flooks of Hopedale,10 grandchildren, three great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours were in the Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home, Milford. A funeral Mass was held at St. Gabriel’s the Archangel Parish, Upton, on Tuesday, June 26. Burial, with Full Nipmuc/Mendon-Upton Blackstone Valley Regional Hopkinton High School Regional High School Vocational Technical HS Padraic Buckley Military Honors, followed at Swan Dale Cemetery, Cemetery St. Mendon. Elina Barrows Shannon Bethel UMASS Amherst Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Association Massachusetts Chapter, Worcester Polytechnic Institute St. Joseph’s College of Maine 685 Canton St., Suite 103, Norwood, MA 02062. boardingboarding andand doggiedoggie daycaredaycare
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The Milford National is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2018 Shelley D. Vincent III Scholarship. This annual program awards six $1,000 scholarships to area students who achieve academic excellence and demonstrate other qualities worthy of this recognition. The scholarship was first awarded in 1997, in memory of Shelley D. Vincent III, former Milford National President and Chairman of the Board. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!
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Submitted by Andrew Jenrich, Library Director, masterpiece. Registration is required and limited. Thursday July 19, Cardboard Boat Race, 5:30 at 5 p.m. The waterfront will remain open until and Tara Windsor, Children’s Librarian to 8 p.m., meet at Lake Nipmuc for the 20th sunset and concessions will be open all night. A Summer Hours Tuesday, July 17, Read Around Mendon: Highway Taft Public Library Great Cardboard Boat Smores Roast will take place after the concert. The Taft Public Library is now closed on Department, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Highway Race! Intrepid captains of cardboard can stop Saturdays until after Labor Day. Normal Saturday Surveyor, Alan Tretreault, will read some stories, in the Children’s Room to pick up a rules and Thursday July 26, Muffins with Mom, 9:30 to hours resume on Saturday, September 8. explain what his department does and have a registration packet, which must be returned to the 10:30 a.m. Beginning Bridges CFCE, Muffin truck or two to look at. Please bring a towel to library by Friday, July 13 at 5 p.m. Even if you House Café, & Taft Public Library offers a free, Children’s News sit on for stories outside on the front lawn. No don’t enter a boat, come down and cheer on those drop-in event for up to 15 families, first come, Summer reading is underway and we are having registration is required for this event. who are racing! Races start at 6:30 p.m. Rain first serve. Light refreshments will be served a great time! Don’t forget to register for our Instrument Making, 1 to 2 p.m., youngsters date is Friday, July 20. and families will be provided the opportunity to programs and claim your prizes. Log onto age four and up will make their own instrument. build social connections and learn about family TaftPublicLibrary.org for information and the This is one of four such events. No registration is Tuesday July 24, Deb Hudgin’s Music & friendly recourses. events list. Hope to see you around the Taft! required. Movement, 10:30 to 11 a.m., join in a music and Soap Making for Kids, 3 to 4 p.m., a workshop Diane Edgecomb: Story Teller, 7 to 8 p.m., movement based featuring singing and guitar is for children ages five and up, with parent or July Events a program on the Language of Flowers by music for young children (infant & preschool). guardian, allowing youngsters to make their own Week of July 3-Patriotic Walk-In Craft, stop by all Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb will bring No registration is required. creation using glycerin based soap and adding week for a walk-in craft celebrating America. to life the legends that surround favorite garden Read Around Mendon: Senior Center, 11:30 colors, glitter and scents. The process does not flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures a.m. to 12:30 p.m., a few of the members of the involve traditional soap making techniques, Tuesday July 10-Deb Hudgin’s Music & around the world have found there. The Senior Center and the Senior Services Director so there is no lye exposure. At the end of the Movement, 10:30 to 11 a.m., join in a music and centerpiece of the performance is the Persian Amy Wilson Kent will share their favorite books, workshop each participant will take their movement based featuring singing and guitar legend of the Nightingale and Rose. Many other talk about what they do and give a tour of the handmade soap home, it can be unmolded the music for young children (infant & preschool). flowers are celebrated, including the delightful center. After the stories have been read, stick following day and used right away. Registration No registration is required. Native American story about the Dandelion. around for a pizza lunch provided by the Taft is required and limited to 20. Mini Golf at the Library,12 to 6 p.m., the Accompanied by harpist Margot Chamberlain, Library and the Senior Center. Registration is Soap Making for Teens, 5 to 6 p.m., for teens library will be turned into a golf course for this the performance features songs and Celtic harp required and limited. ages 11 and up to make their own creation using third annual event. Open for all ages, teams or interludes as well as entertaining pieces about the glycerin based soap and adding colors, glitter and singles and no registration is required. mysterious “Language of Flowers,” celebrated in Wednesday July 25, Read Around Mendon: Fire scents. Registration is required and limited to 20. Victorian times. Registration is appreciated for Station ,10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Fireman Jim Huth Soap Making for Adults, 7 to 8 p.m. for teens Wednesday July 11-Oreo Stacking, 10:30 a.m. this event geared for teens and adults. and the rest of the Mendon Fire Department will ages 17 and up to make their own creation using and 1 p.m., register for this fun event in which read some stories, talk about fire safety and give glycerin based soap and adding colors, glitter and participants have 30 seconds to stack as many Wednesday July 18-Giant Game Day, 10 a.m. a tour. scents. Registration is required and limited. sandwich cookies in a single stack as they can. to 2 p.m., gives everyone a chance to play board Instrument Making, 1 to 2 p.m., youngsters Each stack must stay standing, with no help, for games bigger than they are. No registration is age four and up will make their own instrument. Tuesday July 31, Worm Race, 10:30 to 11:30 at least five seconds after the end of the stacking required and all ages are welcome. This is one of four such events. No registration is a.m., the 10th Annual Taft Public Library Worm period. Each age division will be split into two Mad Science, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., hands on required. Race. If you’ve never experienced the glory and groups to race and the final competitors in each workshop providing a introduction to geology Rolie Polie Guacamole Concert, 6:30 to 8 p.m. the pageantry that is worm race day, stop by to group will face off. for children ages 5 and up. Three different rock at Lake Nipmuc, this award-winning “kindie” cheer on the participants as they encourage their types will be explored including their formation, band from Brooklyn, will present a high energy, worms across the finish line! Registration is Thursday July 12, Kid’s Painting Class with tectonic plants will be investigated and how their interactive show that’s a mix of funk, rock and required and limited. Christin Barnett, 5:30 to 7 p.m. will have movements help form the world. Registration is folk music mashed into original tunes about local artist and owner of Christin’s Gallery, required and limited to 25. natural living, eating healthy and staying active. guiding children ages six and up to their own Beach and concert admission is free beginning
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Submitted by Matthew Bachtold, Library Director Room for ages 5-12. Ed Popielarczyk’s Magical information about all our programs and events. songs with Lee Ann Murphy on July 6, 13, and Lee Ann Murphy, Children’s Librarian Moments is July 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Memorial Also, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for 20 and 27 with themes of Picnics, Camping, Summer Reading July Schedule: Elementary School for ages 3-12. No registration weekly photos of events. Community Helpers and Swimming. All sessions Saturday, July 7, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Library– required. are for ages birth to three and are limited to 14 Make your own Drum Lee Ann Murphy will host two Storywalk Museum Passes participants and their caregivers. Please check in Wednesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m. at Memorial events at Heritage Park in Upton on July 14 from Summer is a great time to use Upton Town early at the Circulation Desk. School – Magic Show 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and on July 18 from 2 to 3 Library’s discount museum passes. We have Saturday, July 14, 10:30 a.m. at Heritage Park – p.m. This is a self-paced picture book walk, using discounts for 10 area museums, including Preschool Storytime Story Walk storyboards throughout the park. No registration Boston Science Museum, Providence Children’s, Preschool Storytime will continue its Read Wednesday, July 18, 2 p.m. at Heritage Park – required. July concludes with our Annual Stuffed Worcester Art, Tower Hill Gardens and the state- Around the Town series for the month of July. Story Walk, Session 2 Animal Sleepover on July 31. Stuffed animals wide parks pass. Discounts range from $3 off up Join us for special readers on July 5 at the Fire Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m., at the Library– may be dropped off anytime that day at the to half price, depending on the museum. Reserve Station, July 12 at the Town Hall, July 19 at Stuffed Animal Sleepover Circulation Desk but must arrive by 6 p.m. Deb a pass online at UptonLibrary.org and come Town Line Dairy, and July 26 at the Upton Town Hudgins will visit that evening at 6:30 p.m. for to the Library to pick it up, or call us for more Library for a special guest librarian reader! There Special Events & Information a Music and Movement session in the Gathering information, 508-529-6272 will be no crafts, just stories and coloring. No The Annual Summer Reading Program continues Room. Space is limited. registration required. Join us each week at a new with many special events throughout the month. Check out our updated website! We’ve Baby Storytime location all summer long! Register for our Make Your Own Drum event, added two new links for Children and Teens Baby Storytime is held Fridays at 10:30 a.m.in on July 7 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Gathering information. Visit http://uptonlibrary.org for the Gathering Room. Drop in for stories and LEGO Club The LEGO Club is held Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Gathering Room. Drop in and make new friends as you build new creations. Purchase or Refinance with a 3% Down Fixed Rate Mortgage Program* LEGOs are supplied, so don’t bring your own; just come for the fun. 30 Year Fixed Rate Teen Tuesdays $150 Closing cost credit** The Teen Tuesday group will focus on music in July by exploring books about the theme and Reduced PMI coverage levels learning about several music apps and websites. Purchase and no cash out refinance There will be music-themed crafts and music trivia as well. Teen Tuesdays meets weekly from Loan Serviced by Milford Federal 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Gathering Room. No registration required. Bring a friend or two!
Visit MilfordFederal.com and apply Library Book Discussion Groups online today, or call 508.234.2450. The Library hosts monthly book discussion groups. All groups meet in the Library Gathering room, and discussions last for one hour. Library Book Group meets on the last Beth Caico Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., join us Mortgage Loan Specialist on July 25 to discuss by Andy Weir, a [email protected] Artemis NMLS# 414859 detective story set on the moon. Upton Reads meets on the second Tuesday at 12:45 p.m., and the second Thursday at 6:45 p.m. to read an eclectic mix of contemporary literary fiction. The title for July 10 and 12 is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng, the story of a custody battle that divides a placid suburb.
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8 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 GRADUATES
Bryant University Jason Moore Julia Sharp Bryant University, Smithfield, R.I., held its 155th Jason Moore of Upton has graduated from Marquette University in Julia Sharp, the daughter of Robyn Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 18 awarding Milwaukee, with a Master of Business Administration in Business and Tim Sharp of Upton, graduated degrees to 788 members of the Class of 2018. Among the Administration. Moore was one of about 2,000 undergraduate and Summa cum Laude from the graduates were Kevin Pierro of Mendon, who graduated graduate students who received their diplomas May 20, 2018, at the University of New Haven, West Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Business Bradley Center in Milwaukee. Haven, Conn. She earned a Bachelor Administration degree in Financial Services., and Daniel of Science degree, majoring in Belanger of Upton, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science National Security Studies with a Business Administration degree in Finance. Jessica Negrotti minor in Criminal Justice. While in college, she took Jessica Negrotti of Upton received a Bachelor of Arts, College of Arts part in the Experiential Learning, studied abroad in Stephanie Burnell and Sciences, Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology Prato, Italy, and completed an internship at the Center Becker College recognized graduates during the College’s and a Bachelor of Science, Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice for Security Policy in Washington, D.C., 230th Commencement Ceremony on May 5. They included and Forensic Sciences, Criminal Justice with a concentration in Stephanie Burnell, of Mendon, who graduated with a Bachelor Investigative Services from the University of New Haven, West Haven, Western New England University of Science degree in Nursing. Conn. at Commencement ceremonies in May. Western New England University in Springfield congratulates more than 700 students who received their academic degrees. They included the following Gregory Fazio local graduates from Mendon: Deion Moore, who Gregory Fazio, of Upton, graduated Emily Lamb Pirozzi graduated with a Bachelor of Science, and Matthew from Roanoke College in Salem, Va., James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va., is pleased to announce Nichols, who graduated Magna cum Laude with a with a Bachelor of Science in Sport that Emily Lamb Pirozzi of Upton graduated during the May 4, 2018 Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; and Management. Gregory is the son of commencement exercises with a degree in Marketing. from Upton: Madeline Morgan, who graduated with Deborah Fazio and the late Antonio a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Studies, and Olivia Fazio. Daniel Sarah Keene State College, Keene, N.H., awarded 926 undergraduate degrees to Siegel, who graduated cum Laude with a Bachelor of 908 graduates in the Class of Science in Pharmacy Studies. Tucker Gustavesen 2018 during its Commencement Tucker Gustavesen of Upton graduated from Rochester ceremony on May 5. Among Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in chemical the graduates was Daniel Sarah engineering at the university’s 133rd Commencement of Mendon, who received a Celebration in Rochester, N.Y. in May. Bachelor of Science, Safety and Occupational Health Applied Ithaca College Sciences. Ithaca College, Ithaca, N.Y. congratulates all Month of October May 2018 graduates. Buy 3 get one free! They include Melanie Shocks & Struts Kossuth of Mendon, who graduated cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, and Kevin Harris of Upton, graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Performance.
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Beginning Bridges CFCE, a non-profit offering Fun with Friends Playgroup at The Whole Child, Upton, free services, supports parents as their children’s on Tuesdays, July 10 through August 10 at 9:30 a.m. . first, best and most important teachers in Mendon, July 17: Read Around Mendon: Mendon Highway Upton, Northbridge and Uxbridge. Funding for the Department, 66 Providence St. at 10:30 a.m. Please Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant bring a towel to sit on. (CFCE) is provided by the Massachusetts Dept. of Early July 18: Read Around Uxbridge: Uxbridge Fire Education and Care and sponsored by South Middlesex Station, 25 South Main St. at 10 a.m. Experience the new Opportunity Council Fire Station and listen to a story read by a firefighter. For more information, visit Facebook: Beginning July 24: Read Around Mendon: Mendon Senior Bridges CFCE or send an email to Tara Windsor: Center, 62 Providence St. at 11:30 a.m. Members of [email protected]. the Senior Center and the Senior Services Director July Events Amy Wilson Kent will share a few favorite books. A July 6: Read Around the Town Whitinsville: West End pizza lunch will be provided by the Taft Library and Creamery, 481 Purgatory Rd. at 10 a.m. the Senior Center. Registration is required by visiting July 9, July 19 and July 23: Playgroup at the Playcenter TaftPublicLibrary.org from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. Limited registration by calling July 25: Read Around Uxbridge: Uxbridge Police Beginning Bridges at 508-278-5110 or referencing the Station, 275 Douglas St. at 10 a.m. Learn about the link the Summer Newsletter. Police Department and listen to a story read by an July 11: Read Around Uxbridge: River Bend Farm officer. Visitor Center, 287 Oak St. from8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy July 25: Read Around Mendon: Mendon Fire the Noisy Bug Sing-Along Book and the fun of searching Department, 8 Morrison Dr. at 10:30 a.m. July 26: for fireflies. Muffins with Mom: Taft Public Library, 29 North Ave, July 12: Roots in Nature at Upton State Forest from Mendon from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sponsored with the 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Beginning Bridges in partnership with Muffin House Café and the Taft Public Library this is a Woodland Adventures offers outdoor play. free drop-in event for up to 15 families. July 13: Read Around the Town Whitinsville: West July 27: Read Around the Town Whitinsville: Town Hill Park, 25 West Hill Rd. at 10 a.m. Explore the senses Hall at 10 a.m. on a nature walk with the book: My Five Senses. July 17:
2018 Ranger Walkabouts Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park is again offering Thursday Night Walkabouts. The free public programs are held on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. from July through August. Each week, walkers will have a chance to explore a new community, or head down an unknown trail and discover some of the people and places that make the Blackstone Valley such a fascinating place. The programs and starting sites for this year’s series are: July 12: Little Red Shop, Hopedale, 12 Hopedale St., Hopedale July 19: Nature Walk. Blackstone River State Park Visitors Center, 1 I-295, Lincoln, R.I. July 26: Immigration in Valley Falls. Cumberland Town Hall, 45 Broad St, Cumberland, R.I. August 2: Chase Farm and Pullun’s Corner Schoolhouse. Chase Farm Park, 667 Great Rd., Lincoln, R.I. The August 9: Grafton Praying Village. Hassanamesit Woods, 13 Salisbury St., Grafton August 16: New Exhibits. Kelly House, 1075 Lower River Road, Lincoln Milford Musicians’ Pavilion August 23: Slatersville: To preserve and protect. North Smithfield Library, 20 Main St., Milford Town Park, corner of Congress & Walnut Streets, Milford Slatersville, R.I. Summer Schedule August 30: Reclaiming an Industrial Landscape. Kelly House, 1075 Lower River Rd., All Concerts on Tuesday Evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 PM Lincoln, R.I. Rain dates the following Thursday A full listing of all Ranger Walkabouts may be found at NPS.gov/blrv or on Facebook June 26 Jerry Seeco & The Milford Jazz Machine Blackstone NPS page. For additional information, contact Ranger Kevin Klyberg: Kevin_ Sponsored by Nitto Denko Avecia [email protected]. July 10 Beatles Night with HELP! “Need we say more?!” Sponsored by Homefield Credit Union July 17 The Claflin Hill Symphony Summer Winds Sponsored by Edwards Memorial Funeral Home & Al Cass Fast Oil 2018 Night Sky Summer Comes July 24 Brass Attack! Sounds of Chicago, Blood Sweat & Tears & more! Sponsored by Medway Oil & Propane July 31 Zach Innis and the Honey Bees ~ A Tom Petty Tribute programs in the in with a Bang! Sponsored by Milford Federal Bank Aug. 7 Swing Night with The Fantasy Big Band Blackstone Valley in Upton Sponsored by UniBank Blackstone River Valley National Historical Aug. 14 Tim Quinn & The Black Velvet Band Top 40 Tunes with a Celtic Flavor Park is delighted to bring back theNight Sky Sponsored by Milford Nissan and Waters Corporation Programs. In collaboration with the Civil Aug. 21 The Claflin Hill Symphony Summer Winds Air Patrol, the Massachusetts Department Sponsored by Consigli Ruggerio Funeral Home of Conservation and Recreation, and volunteers, the astronomy programs will be held at Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park, 287 Oak St., Uxbridge, MA. Programs will be held on Fridays July 27 at 8:30 p.m., August 17 at 8 p.m. September 21 at 6:30 p.m., and October 5 at 7 p.m.. All events are free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather or poor viewing conditions, an indoor program on the cosmos will be offered. Despite the weather, the fireworks went For more details on the Night Sky programs off without a hitch as the 2018 Upton 508 478 5924 www.claflinhill.org visit, NPS.gov/BLRV or Facebook Blackstone Fireworks Festival sponsored by the NPS. For additional information, contact Upton Men’s Club on Saturday, June 23, The Claflin Hill Symphony at Blackstone Valley Tech. The fire lit Orchestra Ranger Kevin Klyberg: Kevin_Klyberg@NPS. A Non Profit Organization skies were the perfect way to kick off the 54 Claflin Street, Milford, MA 01757 G OV. 508 478 5924 www.claflinhill.org summer season. Harry Platcow photo
10 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Summer at West Hill Dam Family The Ranger Team at West Hill Dam invites all to attend free summer events in the next few weeks. at the West Hill KELLY’S Farm Park Bulletin Board or large shelter, both at 25 West Hill Rd. off Quaker St., Northbridge. Programs are cancelled due “Your old-fashioned Farm Stand Experience since 1936” to heavy rain. Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No open toed shoes or flip flops permitted on PLANT SALE! 25% OFF ALL PLANTS OPEN walks. Junior Rangers may earn badge credits and Scout groups are invited to work on their awards. For information, 7 DAYS!! contact Ranger Viola Bramel, 978-318-8417. Now Picking Blueberries • Raspberries • Tomatoes • Summer Squash Explore the cleansing and valuable flood storage wetland areas in West Hill Dam on Saturday, July 7 at 2 p.m. • Zucchini • Beets • Lettuce • Kale • Cucumbers Participants must be able to walk a mile and should bring binoculars, field guides and a water bottle. • Pickling Cucumbers • Green Beans Enjoy a campfire for all ages on Saturday, July 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the large shelter. Bring insect repellent. Guitars, Watch for Our Own stories, chairs, blankets, hot dogs, marshmallows are encouraged. Fresh Picked Corn Learn about the country’s history at the Annual Lewis & Clark Discover Campfire on Saturday, July 21 from 6 to 8 Featuring July 15th • Warchol Honey • Farm Fresh Eggs p.m. Bring a chair and treats-hot dogs and marshmallows-for roasting on the campfire which will be held near the large • Dairy Products • Jams/Jellies Rte. 140 shelter. Gate fee is waived for participants, who can be any age. • Fresh Ground Peanut Butter Upton, MA Annual Sand Castle Contest on Sunday, July 22. Begins at 10 a.m. with judging at 1 p.m. No vegetation may be • Baked Goods • Eaton Farm Candy picked for the projects and no spray paints or colorants are allowed. Rain Date: July 29. 508-529-4564 Find out how turtles, frogs and maybe even snakes live in West Hill Park on Saturday, July 28 at 2 p.m. Be ready to walk about one mile and bring a water bottle, binoculars and field guides. SUMMER SALE! Now thru Mendon Lions Club Circus Tickets on Sale July 21st
On Monday, July 9, The Zerbini Family Circus will present two shows under the big top at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the enjoyment of Mendon and all area residents. The circus will be located at the Fino lot, corner of Rt. 16 and North Ave. The show is a one ring presentation under an attractive big top featuring performing Toys camels, a liberty horse act, and amazing trained dogs. The program is rounded out with clowns, acrobats, aerialists, and jugglers. Advance discount tickets are now on sale at the Mendon Greenhouse on Rt. 16, Charles River Bank (Mendon Branch), and Dean Bank at Hoods Plaza. Advance prices are $10 for adults Games and $6 for children. The circus is sponsored by The Mendon Lions Club. Free parking will be available at Clough School and Town Field. Floats Located at 95 Mechanic Street Rides of Discovery Rte 140 in Bellingham
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The Blackstone Heritage Corridor Bikeway Ambassadors, one of the many volunteer opportunities with the Corridor’s Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) program, is leading a series of interpretive rides along different bikeways throughout the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor this summer for the public.
Rides of Discovery continue in the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor this summer with more than a dozen bicycle rides led by volunteers of Blackstone Heritage Corridor’s (BHC) Bikeway Ambassadors highlighting the historical and natural resources found along the way. Group rides meet on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. along sections the Blackstone River as well as the Ten Mile River Greenway. The rides are: June 27, meet at 25 Tobias Way, Worcester, to ride northernmost segment to Millbury and back, a 6.5-mile roundtrip that includes a stop at the new bicycle repair station and interpretive exhibit on Millbury St., Worcester plus a stop at Christopher’s Homemade Ice Cream in Millbury. July 11, meet at the Blackstone River State Park Visitor Center, I-295 Northbound in Lincoln, R.I., and bike north to Albion, RI, for a 6-mile round trip interpretive ride. July 18, meet at the Blackstone River State Park Visitor Center, I-295 Northbound in Lincoln, R.I., and ride south to Lonsdale, R.I., for a 7.5-mile round trip. July 25, meet at 1 Adams St., Uxbridge to explore the Blackstone River Greenway in Massachusetts, a 7.5-mile round trip ride that will cross several bridges and sections of the Blackstone River and Canal. August 1, meet at 401 Daggett Ave., Pawtucket for a 7-mile ride. August 8, meet at Riverside Park, 50 Aleppo St., Providence, to explore the Woonasquatucket River Greenway, a 5-mile round trip. August 15, meet at 100 New River Rd., Manville, R.I., to explore the Blackstone River Bikeway between Manville, and Ashton, traveling to the Capt. Wilbur Kelly House and Transportation Museum. August 22 and 29, check the BHC events calendar. Helmets are required for all rides and rides are weather dependent. Check BHC’s website, BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org and Facebook Blackstone Heritage Corridor for updates and more information.
JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 11 Home Improvement A Gold Medal for a Greenleaf Garden Club Wins Awards at Golden Anniversary the State Meeting Celebration Several members of the Greenleaf Garden Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford Hosts a Club of Milford attended the annual meeting of 50th Anniversary Flower Show the Garden Club Federation of MA, Inc. held in Milford. The local club received a state award, The Margaret K. Bell Newsletter Award, a certificate To view more photos of the Greenleaf Garden Club 50th and a silver tray for three consecutive issues of Anniversary Flower Show by Melissa Orff visit Town the club newsletter, and a National Garden Club Crier Publications on Facebook. Newsletter Award was also presented. The newsletter is sent to members monthly and contains club news as well as state and national garden club news. It reports on club activities and includes relevant gardening and design articles. At the Greenleaf Garden Club’s recent flower show, the Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford received a citation from the State House of Representatives. It was presented by State Representative Brian W. Murray, D. Milford, and read “the House of Representatives offers its sincerest congratulations in recognition of its 50th Year Anniversary of providing our community with beautiful floral designs and plantings.” The Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford is a Alicia Franzosa’s buffet table setting “Celebrating 50 Years member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. and of the Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford,” won first place in the Garden Club Federation of MA, Inc. For Garden Club Federation of MA President Suzanne its category during the annual Greenleaf Garden Club of information, email greenleafgardenclub@gmail. McCance, left, presents the Margaret K. Bell Newsletter Milford. com. Award and silver tray to Greenleaf Garden Club President Melissa Orff photo. Candace Skorupa. GGC photo
The Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford celebrated its 50th Anniversary with their annual National Garden Club Standard Flower Show at the Memorial Hall Cultural Center on June 8 and 9. Hundreds of arrangements were on display and were judged in the categories of design, horticulture, and education. Melissa Orff photo.
Gina Hylander’s first-place winning arrangement “Celebrating Milford’s Industrial Heritage.” Melissa Orff photo. Lic. # 26375E
12 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Home Improvement Blackstone Heritage Corridor Hosts Tick Safety Workshop Tick-borne illnesses are on the rise and special events like “Birding the Blackstone” BHC has invited Terri Michaelson and people seeing ticks on them will make a in an effort to educate area residents who where a group of 23 people were recently Susan Bartlett of New England Tick Safety difference, even if to just save one person enjoy outdoor recreation about the risks paddling on the Blackstone River and a to give the free workshop. Michaelson from this sneaky illness.” and tips for prevention, Blackstone Heritage program leader later discovered a tick on is an Uxbridge resident and attended a BHC is also hosting a Volunteer Corridor, Inc. (BHC) is hosting a Tick her. couple of BHC’s cleanup events in Upton Open House on Tuesday, July 10 at Safety workshop on Wednesday, July 11 at “It’s important that we all become aware and Uxbridge to provide safety tips and its Whitinsville office. RSVPs for the 6:30 p.m. at its office at 670 Linwood Ave., of ticks and learn ways to protect ourselves tick checks to the volunteers who were out Volunteer Open House and the Tick Safety Whitinsville. The workshop is number 13 in and others attending our programs,” removing litter from area parks and streets. Workshop can be made by contacting its Volunteer Skills Workshop series and the explained Suzanne Buchanan, BHC’s “We have found that more than half of Suzanne Buchanan at Volunteer@ public is also invited to attend. Volunteer Coordinator. “Learning what Lyme patients never saw a tick on them,” BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org or by Through its Bikeway Ambassadors, Trail to look for, how to dress, how to properly Michaelson shared. “That is frightening calling 508-234-4242. Ambassadors and Blackstone Valley Paddle check for ticks and their proper removal to me. So, if we can get people to dress Club, BHC has many volunteers leading are all key measures to help prevent a tick- property and do tick checks, outdoor programs, not including other borne illness.” perhaps the number of
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Since 1965 Mass stuMp & Greenleaf Garden Club Passes the Gavel for its 51st Year tree reMoval Find us Summer is a Perfect on Angie’s Time for Branch & List Tree Removal Tree Removal •Tree Trimming Stump Removal • Tree Fertilization Tree Hormone Treatment The newly installed 2018-2019 GGC officers shown, l-r, are: Candia Cuddy, Candy Skorupa, and Gina Hylander- Directors, Hazel Schroder- Corresponding Secretary, Patsy Timmons-Treasurer, Gail Reichert-Vice-President, Phyllis Foley-Recording Secretary, and Teddi Weber-President. GGC photo
508-278-5317 Pete Tankis The Greenleaf Garden Club of Milford (GGC) celebrated its 50th Anniversary with its annual dinner and installation of 2018-2019 officers. President Candy Skorupa passed the gavel and presented the President’s Pin to Owner/Operator EMERGENCY: the new President Teddi Weber. Skorupa finished her term with a speech describing the accomplishments of the Licensed Arborist GGC in its 50th year. It included the presentation of the club selection 2018 Unsung Heroine Award to long-time 508-278-2748 Bonded & Insured member Grace Lavallee in appreciation for her leadership and service to the club including developing downtown plantings in Milford and organizing the club’s major fundraiser for years. 118 North Main St., Uxbridge The Installation of Officers was conducted by Elaine McNanna, a charter member of the club. The highlight of the GGC’s 50th year was the NGC Standard Flower Show in which the members worked together to present a gift to the town which reflected the Club’s Anniversary and the Town of Milford’s unique history and its Town treasures. The club has many plans in place as it continues into its 51st year. The Hill Garden at the library is being renewed with members of the GGC and the Friends of the Milford Town Library working on plans for this new creation. Programs such as Garden Therapy, Junior Gardeners and civic plantings will continue as the Club continues to wield its hoes, water its plantings and share its love of flowers and gardening with the community. The Greenleaf Garden Club is a member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. and the Garden Club Federation of MA, Inc. For information about the club, email [email protected].
Candy Skorupa(right) presents the GGC 2018 Unsung Heroine Award to Grace Lavallee for her many years of service and leadership in the Club’s many activities. GGC photo
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JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 15 Upton News Flag Retirement Ceremony Upton’s Summer Reading Program Kicks - Off with Little Red Wagon Performance
By Michelle Sanford Staff Reporter/Columnist The Upton Town Library’s Summer Reading Program officially kicked off on the evening of June 20 with a performance from the Little Red Wagon Theater Group. The fun-filled show, Through the Door, took place on the outdoor courtyard area at Nipmuc Regional High School with nearly 100 in attendance. The show follows the characters and stories from several Grimm Fairy Tales and each time the stage door opens, a new story begins. The audience was treated to energetic and amusing performances of Sleeping Beauty, the Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and the Three Billy Goats Gruff. The Little Red Wagon, out of the University of New Hampshire, is the longest running nonprofit children’s theater tour in the country and has been an annual favorite of Upton’s Summer Reading Program. “This is the 12th time they’ve been back,” said Children’s Librarian Lee Ann Murphy. This year’s summer reading theme is Libraries Rock. Murphy says the sooner On Saturday, June 16 members of Upton Boy Scout Troop 132 joined the officers of the children register the sooner they can take advantage of all the summer programs. George L. Wood VFW Post in holding a flag retirement Ceremony at the Post Home, Milford Murphy has lined up a number of fun programs in July and August, including a Make St., Upton. The Ceremony opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, a brief solemn ritual and Your Own Drum project on Saturday, July 7 beginning at 1 p.m. and on Wednesday, the playing of Taps by one of the Boy Scout Eric Rapiejko. The Post appreciates the Scouts July 11, a Magic Show with Ed Popielarczyk will take place at Memorial School pariticpation in the service. Pictured, l-r, are Boy Scouts Joshua Crosby, Jacob Collard, Eric beginning at 10:30 a.m. And on Tuesday, July 31, Deb Hudgins will host the annual Rapiejko, Nick Ronzio and Jack Thompson. Rapiejko Family photo Stuffed Animal Sleepover from 6:30 to 7 p.m. On Wednesday, August 15, the Lil Folk Farm Petting Zoo will be on the Library’s lawn from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and to close out the summer program, the musical matinee, Sing, will be performed at Nipmuc Auditorium on Wednesday, August 22 at 10 a.m. In addition, on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., Murphy will be traveling to various Pet Press places around the community for her Read Around Town Preschool Storytimes. On July 12, Murphy will be at the Town Hall and on July 19 at the Town Line Dairy Farm. On July 26, she will be back at the Upton Town Library. In August, the Read Around Town Storytimes will take place on August 2, 9, and 16 at the Senior Center, Unibank, and JJ’s Ice Cream, respectively. On Saturday, July 14 at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, July 18 at 2 p.m. (repeat), Storywalk’s at Heritage Park are taking place. In addition, Teen Tuesday’s will take place each week from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. and Friday’s Baby Storytimes begin at 10:30 a.m. The Summer Reading programs are sponsored by The Friends of the Upton Town Library, JJ’s Ice Cream Shoppe, Unibank, Southwick’s Zoo, The Discovery Museum, the Eric Carle Museum, The USS Constitution Museum, Yankee Candle, Friendly’s and The Big E. For more on Upton’s Summer Reading program, call 508-529-6272.
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Work is now underway on the update of Upton’s 2012 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, which will help guide local efforts to reduce damage from future natural disasters. Upton invites local residents, business operators, property owners, and other interested parties to add their insight and local knowledge to the planning process by completing a brief online survey, which is available on the Town’s website, UptonMA.gov or SurveyMonkey.com/r/CMRPC-HMP. All are encouraged to participate – this is the public’s chance to help protect Upton from floods, droughts, winter storms, and other natural hazards. The Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan is being developed by a team of local officials and staff with technical assistance from the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC). As the planning process proceeds over the next several months, at least two events will be held to present the draft and final plans to the public. Final adoption of the plan is contingent on approval from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). This planning process is funded by a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) grant from the FEMA through MEMA to CMRPC. The purpose of HMGP is to help communities implement hazard mitigation measures following a Presidential major disaster declaration. Hazard mitigation is any action taken to reduce or eliminate long term risk to people and property from natural hazards. Mitigation planning is a key process used to break the cycle of disaster damage, reconstruction, and repeated damage. Adoption of the final plan will keep Upton and its residents eligible for enhanced pre- and post-disaster funding from FEMA.
16 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Upton News Susanne Odell Farber [email protected] 508.954.8148 The Upton Center Summer Concert Transportation Newspaper: Hopkinton Independent The Upton Center is open Monday through The Upton Council on Aging will provide free van transportation from the Center to Kiwanis MAC MED Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Staff is available by Beach for the Upton Recreation Summer Concert Series on Wednesday evenings from July 11 Client: phone from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities are through August 16. The van departs the Center at 5 p.m. and the concerts start at 6 p.m. Bring a SECRETS subject to change. Please call 508-529-4558 blanket and chair and enjoy the music and the great outdoors. Please call the Center, 508-529- Mac Med Spa, Salon and Medical with any questions. 4558, for a ride at least two days ahead so transportation can be scheduled. Pickups are available Friday, July 6 at the front lobby of Millhaus Apartments, the mailboxes at Coach Road, and Upton residences as Fourth of July Cookout, 12:45 p.m. needed. A pre-concert picnic has been scheduled for the Center on Wednesday, July 25 at 4 p.m. Picnic Monday, July 9 food will be provided for $3 per person. Please call the Center to register. Senator Moore’s Office Hours, 9 to 10 a.m. Presented by Trip to JJ’s Ice Cream & Kelly’s Farm Stand, Deborah Freeman MacDonald Here is the 2” x 9” column template: 12:30 p.m. ◆ Upton Selectmen from front page and Brittany Kessel
Tuesday, July 10 that we get into our decisions and discussions.” An alternative said Simas would be to pause after GIVING HIM THE Wellness Talk with Jessica, 12:30 p.m. motions and then open it up to public comment. “Or we could do both.” TREATMENT Matellian noted the Board typically allows people to speak under new business. However, if Wednesday, July 11 public comment is added to the agenda, it could be added after new business to allow residents to Not only is it lots of fun to plan Shopping Trip to Market Basket, Hudson, a spa day with your best friend(s), 9:15 a.m. make a comment or statement to the Selectmen without back and forth dialogue. mother, or daughter, but it can Departure for Concert at Kiwanis, 5 p.m. Simas said if it was added to the beginning of every agenda, residents can come in and make also be a chance to spend special their point without having to sit through the entire meeting. All the Selectmen agreed it would be time with the man in your life. Thursday, July 12 best to set time limits during the public comment section. “We need to be clear it’s not a back and Duet Services are available for Breakfast with the Town Manager, 9 a.m. forth dialogue; it’s not a Q & A,” said Simas. Town Manager Derek Brindisi added that anything in couples who enjoy experiencing health and beauty treatments Podiatrist Appointments, 9:45 a.m. to the public comment section cannot be deliberated and voted on. 12 p.m. (Please call for appointment) that firm their skin, soothe their Over the summer, the Board will look into developing a policy concerning guidelines for public muscles, and bring out the best in comment. The Selectmen’s next meeting is July 17. Friday, July 13 their hair and nails. Couples may want to schedule a Duet Massage Shopping Trip to Kohl’s Plaza, TJ Maxx & (with or without a salt scrub) that Stop & Shop Loop, Milford, 9:15 a.m. relieves stress and reduces aches State Rep. Muradian’s Office Hours, Upton Center Cookout and Concert and pains in a quiet, intimate 12 to 1 p.m. setting. Duet Facials are also Afternoon Movie, 12:30 p.m. Join the Upton Center for BBQ chicken and some great music by the Grey Whisker Pickers on available for exfoliating and Friday, July 20 beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the cookout followed by the concert of folk, bluegrass cleansing and hydrating skin, Tuesday, July 17 and old country Americana music beginning at 6 p.m. Please call the Center, 508-529-4558, by while Duet Manicure/Pedicures Depart at 10 a.m. for Indian Princess Lunch and Duet Hair Services put the Cruise in Webster July 16 to register. Dinner is $3. The entertainment is free thanks to a generous grant from the finishing touches on a relaxing Upton Cultural Council day. Wednesday, July 18 At MACMED SPA SALON Shopping Trip to Salvation Army, Shaw’s, & MEDICAL, we offer several Job Lot, Foppema’s, Walmart Loop, BETTER MILK duet services where couples, best Northbridge, 9:15 a.m. Upton Historical Society friends, or mother and daughters Departure for Concert at Kiwanis, 5 p.m. Enjoy can come in together, have a cup of tea, receive simultaneous Heritage Day treatments, and relax. To Friday, July 20 Products schedule a consultation, please Super Salad Friday, 11:45 a.m. The Upton Historical Society’s Heritage Day call (508) 478-9888. We are BBQ Chicken Cookout, 5:30 p.m. will be Saturday, September 29. Heritage Day is a Door to Door Home Delivery located at 127 East Main St. Grey Whisker Pickers Band, 6 p.m. community event that will includes the society’s With the Highest Quality Products in Milford. Our hair, nail, and skin treatment professionals Tuesday, July 24 annual craft and vendor fair. Other traditionally Glass bottled milk from Hatchland Dairy, undergo rigorous training and Frisbee Dog Show at Kiwanis, 9:30 a.m. included events occur at the Upton Town N. Haverhill, NH. eir milk goes directly maintain the latest techniques Departure for 10 a.m. Show Library, United Parish Church, the VFW, and from cow to bottling plant to you. and certifications in their fields. Shopping Trip to Hannaford’s, Uxbridge, the Fire Department. Also offering full line of Oakhurst 12:30 p.m. All Upton groups are asked to help expand Dairy Products and many other P.S. Duet Services are the perfect the Heritage Day celebration. This can be done local premium products. precursor to a night out on the town. Wednesday, July 25 in many ways such as planning specific group Blood Pressure Checks , 12:30 p.m. If this service is of interest to you, www.macmedspa.com activity, having a booth at the Historical Society’s Pre-Concert Picnic at the Center, 4 p.m. TRY IT FREE!!! We will be glad to drop Departure for Concert at Kiwanis, 5 p.m. fair as part of a membership drive, holding a off a bole or two for you to try! contest or planning kids activities –the ideas are Call us OR Text!!! The Town Crier is Thursday, July 26 endless! 2” wide x 9” deep Shopping Trip to Market Basket, Oxford, Please contact the Upton Historical Society at 508-478-MILK(6455) closed for Vacation 9:15 a.m. 508-529-6600, Seema at 508-529-3197, or Lisa at from July 11 to July 25 508-529-6724 with ideas! Friday, July 27 Birthday Bash with Music by Rockin’ Ralph, 12:45 p.m.
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File Name: CRB19772_Younique_TownCrier Date. TBD PDF uploaded to WorkZone Type: indd Holding Tank Location: Financial Artist: Artist: KS No. of Revisions: AE: BB 0 Upton News Additional ADA Compliancy Issue at Kiwanis Beach By Michelle Sanford will be done concerning the walkway when any department, committee, or Concerning the gatehouse that was Staff Writer/Columnist leading up to Ramsey Building, which is commission builds a structure that is built years back, the contractor filed for an Town Manager Derek Brindisi spoke not ADA compliant. Other compliancy owned and managed by the town. “I think application for a permit but did not receive about another access issue identified at issues identified at the beach concern a fire at a minimum, what we can do is make sure it. The Building Inspector did request Kiwanis Beach during a June 19 Selectmen’s pit and a dock. They have been granted any new structures that are built—are built additional information including where meeting. Over the last month, several a one-year variance as well. “So that’s the according to the ADA laws that exist.” the building would be positioned on the concerns over ADA compliancy have been positive news,” said the Town Manager. According to Brindisi, a building permit land. “There weren’t any slopes or grades brought to the attention of the Board “The not-so-positive news is the with a set plans must be secured and a site submitted during the initial application Brindisi first updated the Selectmen on gatehouse that was built at the entrance. plan review must take place before any type process,” said Brindisi. “Legally that funding needed to solve one of those issues. The building itself is accessible so it meets of construction begins, whether for the construction shouldn’t have started because He stated that bids had come in to remedy all the standards of height and width but town or by a resident. A building inspector there was no permit issued.” a ramp’s slope issue from the upper parking there is a question about the slope of the must also make certain any construction Selectman Stephen Matellian noted it lot to the soccer fields. While $50,000 was parking lot that leads to the gatehouse,” meets Architectural Access Board was very disappointing to hear of another appropriated for the project, the bid came explained Brindisi. Recreation Director standards. Town boards and committees compliance issue at the beach when the in at $60,000. The Recreation Commission Andrew St. George is now working with must follow the procurement process by other problems haven’t been remedied discussed possibly using beautification the Center of Working and Living to hear state law to make certain town dollars are “Hopefully this will get resolved without funds to close the gap. suggestions on how the issue might be being spent appropriately. Once a contract too much turmoil.” In addition, Brindisi stated the resolved. is executed, the contractor would file for the Architectural Access Board granted the Selectman Brett Simas questioned if there building permit and follow through with town a one-year variance to decide what was a process in place to ensure accessibility the rest of the process.
Upton Selectmen Discuss Holding Informational Session on Marijuana Bylaw
By Michelle Sanford there’s so much misinformation out there,” Selectman Stephan Matellian. “There’s Special Town Meeting meant to allow Staff Reporter/Columnist explained the Chair. many different facets to the law from town officials time to explore the impacts The Upton Board of Selectmen are Selectman Brett Simas stated he would medical to recreational to transportation. It of potential recreational marijuana planning to hold an informational session advocate for a public informational session may take more than one meeting,” he said. establishments in town. The moratorium for residents regarding the establishment as opposed to having a discussion on the The Selectmen are aiming to schedule is set to expire in December 2018. A bylaw of a marijuana bylaw for the town. A brief matter. “We don’t want to replicate what the informational session sometime in drawn up by the Planning Board could be conversation on the topic was held during a would happen during a town meeting floor September feeling more will be able to voted on this fall. June 19 meeting. where you have people coming up and attend once the summer is over. They are Council on Aging Donation The Selectmen and the Planning Board arguing different positions; we’re not trying also looking into holding it in a larger In other news that evening, the met with town counsel the week prior to create agreement amongst anybody or venue, such as the Nipmuc Reginoal High Selectmen accepted a $600 donation concerning the establishment of marijuana change anyone’s opinions,” he said to the School’s auditorium. Town Manager Derek for the Council on Aging. The funding bylaw for Upton. “What we learned the Selectmen. Simas stated residents can ask Brindisi will be looking into a date and came from the recently disbanded Upton other night is this is still evolving everyday questions but the goal is to give clarity and location, Woman’s Club. It was requesting the among all the commissions,” said Selectman understanding by educating residents on which will be announced over the funding be used toward any of the Council’s Chair Gary Daugherty. “We felt it was the latest information on the marijuana summer. intergenerational programs and/or other important to invite the public out and laws. Last fall, Upton residents passed a COA programs. The Board of Selectmen’s have a public discussion on this because “This is really a forum,” clarified marijuana moratorium during a November next meeting is scheduled for July 17.
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LOG CUTTING Please be advised that the Board of PER DIEM PARAMEDICS Selectmen in accordance with General SERVICE: I will $25.00/hour By-laws Chapter 12, Section 7, Water EMT-P certification come to you and Department, Rates, Fees for connection 3 years/or equivalent experience cut your logs and use of the Town’s public water supply and split wood. system and under said General By-laws DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT I sell chubs for Chapter 13, Section 3, Sewer Cost $16.44 - $18.91/hour Part Time outdoor stoves, Apportionment, Rate, Fees for connection Evenings required, DOE kindling, and cut and use of the Town’s public sewer system will hold a public hearing to review fees for Visit www.uptonma.gov & split wood. Call *Employment* Michael Lourie connection and the water and sewer rates proposed by the Director of Public Works at 508-574-6599 Submit applications to for Fiscal Year 2019 on Tuesday, July 17, [email protected] or (cell) or 508-473- 2018 at 6:05pm at Town Hall, Room 203. One Main Street • Suite 1 • Upton, MA 01568 6612. UPTON BOARD OF SELECTMEN Gary Daugherty, Chairman Application Deadline Stephen A. Matellian , Brett Simas Open until filled
18 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Calendar 31st Milford Lion’s Annual Car Show An Afternoon Piano Concert Support Group for Caregivers of MILFORD-The Milford Lion’s will be holding WHITINSVILLE-The United Presbyterian Church of Whitinsville (UPC) invites all Special Needs Children their 31st Annual Car Show on Sunday, to a piano concert, under the direction of Music Director Chris Bilodeau, on Sunday, MILFORD-A Support Group for the Caregivers September 16 in memory of Stevie Jionzo, a July 8 from 2:30 to 4 p.m., followed by a reception, to inaugurate the new grand of Special Needs Children is held the first club member who passed away this year but piano, built locally by the Briggs Co. of Boston. The concert will take place in the and third Wednesday of each month from who will always be a true lover of classic cars. historic sanctuary and feature guest pianist Matthew Guerrieri, Music Director at the 6 to 8 p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church, The show will be held at Plains Park, Rt. 85, Presbyterian Church in Sudbury, along with the UPC choir and other guest musicians. 17 Congress St., Milford. Friendship, Milford from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date is A mix of sacred and secular, contemporary and classical music will be performed, understanding, empathy, resources and laughter Sunday, September 23. by solo piano, piano and mixed instruments, and piano accompanied by the UPC are offered. There is no charge for the program The Car Show will feature all types of choir and vocal soloists. Works by Bach, Schubert, Schumann, Bud Powell, Abbey but please register by calling 508-735-8049 or vehicles including Hot Rods, Antiques and 60s Lincoln, Scott Joplin, Lloyd Webber, Gershwin and others will be featured. Admission emailing [email protected]. Hosted by the and 70s Muscle Cars. Vehicle registration is is free, although free-will donations will be accepted with appreciation. For further Kennedy Donovan Center, You Inc. and Dugas $10. Refreshments and entertainment will be information contact the UPC at 508-234-8220 or [email protected] & Dugas Advisors and PPAL. offered. The format for the top 50 vehicles able to win trophies will allow participants to show up in a Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce Upper Charles Trail 10th Anniversary “Cruise Type” environment and vehicles to park AREA-The Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce will be holding the following next to their friend’s vehicles, “Arrive Together - events. For more information or to register visit BlackstoneValley.org, email Celebration Park Together”. Special trophies will be awarded [email protected], call 508-234-9090 or stop by the chamber offices, MILFORD-Save the Date, Tuesday, August 7, for “New Classics”. 670 Linwood Ave. Bldg A, Suite 5, Whitinsville. when the Friends of the Milford Upper Charles For more information, contact Marc Mann at Valley Business Network Referral Group on Wednesday, July 18 plus August 1 and Trail celebrates it 10th Anniversary at CraftRoots 617-899-3129 or MilfordLions.Org 15 at 8 a.m. in the Chamber Offices. Brewing in Milford. More details will follow Steamers at Sunset on Wednesday, August 15 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Blissful in the coming months. Please plan join the Meadows Golf Club, Uxbridge. Celebrate summer with cocktails, live music, a lobster Friends, trail adopters, sponsors, and trail’s or other dinner, raffles and more. Specially priced golf will also be offered that day for supporters to celebrate this major milestone. diners.
th Cars In The Park Nipmuc Class of 1968 50 Reunion WHITINSVILLE-The 5th Annual Cars In The MENDON-The Nipmuc Regional High School Class of 1968 will hold its 50th Class Park (CITP) to benefit Whitin Community 2018 Science Saturdays Reunion on Saturday, August 4, starting at 5 p.m. at the Willow Brook Restaurant, Center will be held Saturday, August 18, rain BLACKSTONE VALLEY-Blackstone River 16 Hastings St. (Rt. 16), Mendon. The event includes a Meet & Greet from 5 to 6 p.m., date August 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Valley National Historical Park is announcing followed by a buffet dinner at 6 p.m. There is a cash bar. Tickets are $27 per person Whitin Park, 60 Main St., Whitinsville. Cars its new Science Saturday programs. Every Optional activities include a tour of Miscoe Hill School, the former Nipmuc Regional In The Park is a car, truck & motorcycle show Saturday from July 7 until September 1, fun High School on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. and a Sunday Brunch at 10 a.m. on Sunday, with Best-In Show, 25 trophies, door prizes, activities and science exploration will be offered August 5 at Willow Brook. Show Dash Plaques plus good bags for the at the Captain Wilbur Kelly House Museum RSVP to Carlton Cox by July 14 at [email protected] first 50 pre-registered vehicles, food trucks, in the Blackstone River State Park, 1075 Lower vendors, a beer garden, kid activities, raffles, River Rd., Lincoln R.I. The programs are free entertainment and more. Admission is free for and will run 60-90 minutes. The programs will Hopedale Day in the Park 2018 spectators. run at both 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., rain or HOPEDALE-Calling all crafters, Hopedale organizations, Hopedale businesses, and Vehicles can register with a discount for a $10 shine, closing out with an open house from 10 Hopedale business owners who wish to participate in the annual Hopedale Day in the donation before July 18, and a $15 donation as a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 1. Park 2018 to be held Saturday September 15 with a rain date of Sunday, September of July 18, online at https://app.racereach.com/ For more details on the Walkabout, visit 16. Application forms available on the Hopedale website, Hopedale-MA.gov or by event/cars-in-the-park/register, or in person NPS.gov/BLRV or Facebook Blackstone NPS. calling 508-478-0929. on the day of the event. Interested vendors For other inquiries, contact Ranger Kevin The event is sponsored by the Hopedale Cultural Council, Facebook Hopedale may contact Sarah Lawson at 508-234-8184 or Klyberg: [email protected]. Cultural Council –Community Organization. [email protected].
Medigap and Medicare Updates Medigap plans are health insurance separately under Medicare Part D. Always remember that if you are turning subsidy when you turn 65. For more plans that provide extra protection beyond In Massachusetts, seven insurers offer 65 you should contact social security to information, the SHINE regional office at Medicare by filling in some of the “gaps” in the same two Medigap plans, Core and enroll in Medicare. Medicare eligibility has 1-800-243-4636 Option #3. Or to make an Medicare coverage. In Massachusetts, these Supplement 1. The Core plan pays some no connection to your eligibility for social appointment with a SHINE counselor in plans allow continuous open enrollment. of the co-pays for Medicare covered security benefits. Also coverage from the Mendon call the Mendon Senior Center, Participants must have Medicare A and services, while the Supplement 1 covers health connector does not exempt you from 508-478-6175 and in Upton call Jessica B to enroll, and cannot be enrolled in a all the deductibles and co-pays for these this requirement to enroll in Medicare, Mauro, 508-529-4558. Medicare Advantage plan. Anyone who services. This means that a Medigap policy as you will lose your health connector is eligible may enroll or change plans or will generally pay only when Medicare coverage levels at any time, with changes approves payment. With a Medigap policy, effective the first of the following month. paricipants are free to choose any doctor or Note that Medigap policies do not cover hospital that accepts Medicare and do not prescription drugs, which are covered need referrals to see a specialist.
Rt. 146 Uxbridge in Uxbridge Closed for Six Weeks
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced that the Rt. 146 southbound Exit 2 off-ramp in Uxbridge at Chocolog Rd. will be closed for approximately six weeks beginning at 6 a.m., Monday, June 18. This traffic impact is necessary to allow crews to safely and effectively conduct bridge repair operations. During this time, a detour route will be in place that will direct vehicles seeking to exit Rt. 146 southbound at this location to Exit 1 (Rt. 146A). Signage and messaging will be in place to notify drivers of these upcoming impacts. Those traveling throughout the area should use caution. The schedule for this work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice. For more information on traffic conditions travelers are encouraged to: Dial 511 before heading out onto the roadways and select a route to hear real-time conditions. Visit www.mass511.com, a website which provides real-time traffic and incident advisory information, access to traffic cameras, and allows users to subscribe to text and email alerts for traffic conditions. Follow MassDOT on Twitter @MassDOT to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions. Download MassDOT’s GoTime mobile app and view real-time traffic conditions before setting out on the road.
JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 19 School News BVT Awarded Third Skills Capital Grant Modern manufacturing is nothing like Massachusetts Workforce Skills Capital to utilizing grant opportunities to support the unskilled work that often marked the Grant, which will be used to purchase programs and initiatives while thanking industry in past generations. Training on the newest equipment, strengthen safety the Baker-Polito Administration for their the newest equipment with contemporary precautions, and update curriculum in the dedication to developing a skilled workforce. programming is essential to creating the Manufacturing and Engineering Technology “To encourage more candidates to enter next generation of advanced manufacturing program. jobs in manufacturing, we shall continue workers. In an effort to further that training, “By giving our students the opportunity to strengthen our training via non-local- on June 21, Governor Charlie Baker and to learn on the newest technologies, we tax, grant-style assets,” said Dr. Fitzpatrick. Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito presented are ensuring they will be better prepared “Consistent with our voiced commitment Blackstone Valley Tech with a $234,149 to succeed when they graduate from high to District finance committees, this grant school,” Polito said. “We look forward to supported program will not impact local continuing our work with these 33 high assessments to BVT.” Blackstone Valley Tech ub ic Notice o estruction schools and previous awardees to enhance According to Baker’s office, Workforce Superintendent-Director Dr. Michael their programs and develop a skilled Skills Capital Grants are designed to help Fitzpatrick recently traveled to Salem o pecia Education workforce ready to meet the needs of the high schools, colleges and other educational High School to accept a $234,149 tudent Records Commonwealth.” institutions invest in the most up-to-date Workforce Skills Capital Grant. The investment will allow the school to The Massachusetts Student This marks the third consecutive year training equipment to give their students an upgrade the Manufacturing and Record Regulations, 603 CMR 23.06 Blackstone Valley Tech has been awarded the advantage when they continue in their chosen Workforce Skills Capital Grant. In total, the field or particular area of study. The Baker- Engineering Technology program authorizes public school districts to Baker-Polito Administration has awarded Polito Administration has awarded more without increasing its proposed budget destroy student records within over $1 million to BVT through the program. than $48 million in Workforce Skills Capital for fiscal year 2019. Dr. Fitzpatrick seven (7) years of a student's BVT Superintendent-Director Dr. Michael Grants to 157 different programs over the last is seen here with Massachusetts Gov. graduation, transfer, or withdrawal Fitzpatrick noted the District’s commitment three years. Charlie Baker. from the school district. The Mendon-Upton Regional School District posts the noti ca- tion of the destruction of tempo- Miscoe Hill Fifth So Long, Farewell, See You rary special education school records to all students who gradu- Grade Spring Concert When the Summer’s Through ated, transferred, withdrew, or were released from these services prior to June 25, 2011. The information that will be destroyed may consist of special education Individualized Education Programs and related documents including evaluation information. These temporary special education school records will be destroyed the week of August 1, 2018. Massa- The brass section of the fifth-grade Miscoe Hill Band chusetts regulations require that gets musical during their Spring Concert. The band was the District provide you with prior directed by Lauren Amitrano and instrumental teachers written notice of its intent to Anthony Amitrano, William Moffett, and Simon The traditional “Last Day Wave” from faculty and staff marks the beginning Harding. Melissa Orff photo. destroy student records and that of the summer vacation at Blackstone Valley Tech. BVT photo you be given an opportunity to obtain copies of all records to be Waving hands and honking horns ushered in the summer vacation at destroyed. Blackstone Valley Tech on June 26. The annual tradition brings teachers and staff together at the end of the school year’s final day to wish students Contact the Student Support Services safe and happy summer months. O ce at 508-634-1581 to make an While students and teachers enjoy a break, Valley Tech’s administrators, support staff, and facilities team will embark upon appointment to examine your tempo- numerous projects, including installing new flooring and machinery rary special education student le in the Manufacturing Technology department, creating two new art prior to August 1, 2018. classrooms, and top-to-bottom cleaning and maintenance of the facility and campus. The new school year will kick off with a welcome barbecue for new students and families on Thursday, August 16, 2018.
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20 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 School News
Dean’s List A Golden Apple for Brenda Webster The following local students were named to the Dean’s List at their respective schools for the Spring 2018 semester. By Melissa Orff Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater: Mendon-Lauren Staff Reporter Brady, Mark Dicampo, Grace Merten, Jessica Roberts, Joanna Memorial Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Brenda Salvucci, Emily Santos, Jennifer St.John, and Elijah Sutcliffe. Upton- Webster was chosen to receive the Mendon Upton Regional Jason Silva. School District Golden Apple Award. Clarkson University, Potsdam, N.Y.: Upton-Stephen John Lorenz, The Golden Apple Award program started in late 2015 as a way a senior majoring in computer science. “to acknowledge and reward staff that believe in and exemplify Fairfield University, Fairfield, Conn.:Mendon-Gabrielle A. the true spirit of teaching, inspiring, motivating and helping Diodati students and parents in the Mendon Upton Regional School Marist College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.: Mendon Vanessa Shepherd, District.” a member of the Class of 2021 majoring in Fashion Merchandising. “This person does more than what is expected and helps Upton-Marla DiPoto, a member of the Class of 2020 majoring in to define our district as a safe, nurturing, challenging and Fashion Merchandising. th Memorial Elementary School 4 grade motivational place of learning,” said Golden Apple Subcommittee Merrimack College, North Andover: Mendon-Sadie Clark and teacher Brenda Webster received Chairperson Diane Duncan at the June 18 School Committee, Ericka Scott. Upton- Drew Cannistraro, Lauren Campbell, Molly th the 6 Mendon Upton Regional where they presented the award to Webster. “It is a staff member Bergstrom and Ashley Dodd. School District Golden Apple Award. that genuinely makes a difference in the life of a student and their Plymouth State University, Plymouth, N.H.: Upton-Zachary Webster is pictured with Golden Apple families.” Hunter of Upton Subcommittee Chairperson Diane Twice a year, parents and students are asked to nominate Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, N.Y.: Tucker Duncan. Contributed photo. teachers or staff members who have had a positive impact in the Gustavesen of Upton, who is in the chemical engineering program. student’s life, either past or present. The nominations are vetted, Roger Williams University, Bristol, R.I.: Mendon-Annalise Baci and a finalist is chosen by the Golden Apple Subcommittee. and Carly Egan. Upton-Kristen Brien, Juliana Miccile and Courtney Although always difficult to narrow down the nominations to just one, Duncan said that Webster’s Teasdale. nominations stood out to the Subcommittee as they captured the essence of the “outstanding, genuine, Siena College, Loundonville, N.Y.: Upton-Abigail Rapiejko was kind-hearted, & beyond dedicated educator.” named to the President’s List for a GPA of 3.90 or greater, and Joseph Duncan read some of the comments sent in by parents and students of Webster’s, each speaking of the Gallagher. teacher’s empathy and understanding of her students. University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa: Ryan Thomas Steele of Upton “I’ve always known that she was a wonderful teacher; you can tell from how she speaks to students was named to President’s List for a 4.0 GPA. and how she listens to them,” read one nomination. “Just by walking into her classroom, you can feel the University of Delaware, Newark: Bridget Joyce of Upton difference. She knows that one of the most impressive ways to teach is to model. She always says ‘Yes, of University of Hartford, West Hartford, Conn.: Shannon Flaherty course we can do this! Let’s figure out how!’” of Upton “It says that I can use 500 words, but I think I really only need three - Community Soup Social,” read University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, Va.: Brandon another nomination. “With this one event, my child’s teacher taught a multitude, a plethora, a veritable Lefebvre of Upton, majoring in Accounting and Finance. cornucopia of skills. From portions to fractions to respect & charity to practice to attentiveness to cuisine, University of New Haven, West Haven, Conn.: Mendon- this project not only shows that she is as creative a teacher as they come, but it exemplifies her dedication Ashley Whitmore, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts, and enthusiasm by saying YES to a bunch of fourth graders and their ideas.” Psychology, and Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Back in March, Webster’s class organized and hosted a Soup Kitchen social, bringing together Upton Forensic Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice. Upton- seniors, families, and public safety officials to thank them for making a difference in their lives and to ask Jessica Negrotti, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts, them to assist in their endeavor to spread awareness about the Upton Food Pantry. Psychology, and Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Upon accepting the award, Webster thanked her administration for their support for the project that Forensic Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice; plus Julia was transformative for her students and to the parents for their support of the teachers. Sharp, Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic “To have our parents let us know that we have made an impact is amazing; it’s what this is all about,” Sciences, Bachelor of Science, National Security Studies. said Webster. “This [award] is for my students and all of my future students.” Webster has been a teacher in the district for 27 years at various grade levels, and will be teaching 5th grade next year at Miscoe Hill School.
School Committee Focuses on Athletic Helping Cleanup Miscoe Fee Increase and Budgeting Hill School By Melissa Orff Staff Reporter Nipmuc Regional High School athletes will be paying more to play sports after the School Committee unanimously approved a hike in athletic fees. A $20 per athlete/per sport increase was approved at the June 18 School Committee Meeting, raising athletic user fees from $175 to $195. School officials stated the increase in fees was due to an increase in transportation, game official fees, and coaches’ salaries over the past few years. “$175 does not provide us enough to cover all of the expenses to run the program,” said Nipmuc Athletic Director Chris Schmidt to the School Committee. “$195 is a more accurate number to continue with the services we have today.” Additionally, a “good problem” to have is the number of Nipmuc teams are making it into to the post season, which means additional costs such as transportation. “We are a victim of our own successes,” said Schmidt. Director of Finance and Business Jay Byer said that the district should look at the way they fund the athletic programs for both Nipmuc and Miscoe Hill, to see if there was a way to put more into the operational budget in the future. “In reality, we do not fund out athletic programs in our operational budget the way that we should,” he said. “This [the $20 increase in fees] is one thing that will help for next year, but we need to look at our athletic programs for both the high school and the middle school.” During the meeting, Byer also updated the Committee on the FY18 budget for a final time. Byer said he is “cautiously optimistic” that the budget will come in exactly on plan with no major surpluses or shortfalls. Savings on the snow and ice removal line items this year were offset by a number of unanticipated building maintenance issues, according to Byer, but all in all the budget should be balanced at the close of the fiscal year. During the previous meeting on June 4, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Maruszczak updated the Committee on the budget for next year, Fiscal Year 2019. Members of Mendon Boy Scout Troop recently completed a community The “good news,” he said, is that during the previous week, the Massachusetts Senate finalized their service project at Miscoe Hill School. Scouts helped remove trash from budget which included a regional transportation reimbursement increase to 80 percent, up from the school grounds. Shown are the Scouts who participated, l-r: back approximately 62 percent. According to Maruszczak, that would mean an additional $100,000 over the row-Kyle Miller, Patrick Sanchez, Erik Halsing and Conor Belleville; governor’s budget for the Mendon Upton Regional School District. “It’s forward progress, but we still have front row-Colby Duncan. Troop 44 photo some challenges,” said Maruszczak. The $35,193,216 budget for FY19 included a $250,000 gap, one that the district will have to make up through some means. “We still have some variables such as retirements…we will close that gap,” said Maruszczak. The next step for the budget is for the Massachusetts House and Senate to come together to The Town Crier is closed for finalize the budget, which as of July 2 was still under discussion. Districts are hoping that the proposed increase to regional transportation reimbursement will stick. “[State] Senators [Michael] Moore and [Ryan] Fattman have been extremely supportive of this Vacation from July 11 to July 25 initiative,” said Maruszczak.
JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 21 Sports
SPORTS FLASH Lucier Leading Young Northbridge Legion By Chris Villani By Chris Villani be to sit him as long as I can, try to get his arm back Sports Reporter/Columnist where he is comfortable with it,” Meech said. “If there Ready to Ride The Northbridge Legion team approached the is a playoff game, and he says he is good to go, I will Again for the PMC midway point of the 2018 season just a few games out hand him the ball and tell him to lead the team.” of the lead in the tightly packed Zone 4 standings, Oxford High product David Meech has also served Maybe it was wanting to take advantage of nicer weather, or and Nipmuc’s J.P. Lucier has been a steady veteran as one of Northbridge’s leaders this spring, and several get in better shape, see my old riding buddies, or just the desire presence in an otherwise-youthful squad. younger players have stepped into significant roles. to do a little bit of good, but I’ll be back riding in the Pan-Mass “He is one of the leaders on the team,” said After Lucier started the season on a tear offensively, Challenge this year after taking two years off. Northbridge manager Dave Meech. “He is our number freshman Jonathan Cray picked up on his older Over the past couple of summers, I’ve had the chance to three hitter, he is a gamer, without him we are not as teammate’s example with a 4-for-4 performance volunteer during the second day of the two-day cycling event good of a team.” against Shrewsbury. Harrison Mansfield has been a to raise money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and seeing In addition to hitting in the middle of the order, “dominant” pitcher this summer, the older Meech first-hand the hard work so many put forth to make the ride a Lucier has been a versatile player for Post 343. Meech said, and Brian Ivarossi is playing well both behind the success. said the Nipmuc product has played every position plate and with the bat. The people. That’s the biggest reason I decided to come in the infield. “He has done whatever I asked of him,” “These guys have stepped up, just having all of these back this year, even with the stresses and time commitments Meech said. young guys learning to play more competitive baseball of multiple jobs cutting into training time. It’s the thousands A pitcher for the Warriors, Meech has limited and doing as well as they are is impressive,” Meech of volunteers who fill water bottles, squeegee sunglasses and Lucier’s innings so far this summer in the interest of said. “We are playing teams that have three, four, or pump tires. It’s the people who get up at ungodly hours on their protecting his arm after a busy spring on the mound five college players, so what they are doing pretty well. Saturday or Sunday over the first weekend of August to cheer us for the high school team. The manager stressed he They are coming into their own.” all on. would not overtax Lucier’s arm in the interest of And it’s the people directly impacted by cancer who have seen winning games, but this disease tear apart families and test even the strongest and would be happy most resolute among us. to have him back Transportation Coordinator I’m riding for all of them this year, particularly Hall of Fame on the mound if (Experienced) (Milford, MA) football coach Ernie Richards. A veteran coach who won more Northbridge is in position to make a than 200 games coaching primarily teams in the Blackstone Looking for an energetic, friendly, organized person to fill the role of postseason run later Valley area, Richards passed away after a battle with cancer last Transportation Coordinator for a fast paced transportation company. month. He had lived 21 years after a heart attack nearly cut this month. “The plan would his life short, and more than a decade longer than his doctors’ Duties and qualifications include but not limited to: prognosis after a bypass surgery in the late 1990s. But cancer • Developing and coordinating school routes does not discriminate when it comes to deciding who to afflict. • Strong computer skills and a knowledge of Quick Books, I’ll miss seeing Mr. Richards (even though I was his son’s best Word and Excel man at his wedding, I could never quite bring myself to call him Ernie), but he will be in my thoughts as I train through the • Communication skills, answering phones and correspondence with summer and get ready to ride this August. So will the countless different towns (business friendly) others who have, or are still fighting cancer. • Other office duties including filing, mailing, banking etc In the past, I have been floored by the outpouring of generosity • A valid drivers license with a good driving record is a must. from Town Crier readers in supporting my ride. If you’d like to • Must be able to cover school routes in emergency situations make a donation, please feel free to visit PMC.org/CV0042. I’d encourage all of you to donate to a rider. Every one of us out To schedule an appointment please call Mark @ 508-889-3339 or there has a story, a reason why we ride and a common bond send your resume to [email protected] formed by the desire to beat cancer, once and for all.
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22 Upton-Mendon Town Crier JULY 6, 2018 Sports 2018 Upton Police Fishing Angelini Leaves BVT After Standout Derby Results
The following results were released for the annual Upton High School Career Police Fishing Derby held in June on Pratt Pond. Bass By Chris Villani 1. Emma Roy 20” 9:29 a.m. Sports Reporter/Columnist 2. Dylan Godwin 14 ½” 11:42 a.m. Isabelle Angelini excelled in track and field, on the basketball court, and 3. Ben Joseph 14 ¼” 9:44 a.m. academically during a high school career at Blackstone Valley Tech that saw here Pickerel consistently compete at the highest level. So it should be no surprise that the BVT 1. Decklan Quinn 16 ½” 9:29 a.m. grad is planning to continue to pursue interests in and out of the classroom as she 2. Robby Poirier 14” 8:45 a.m. heads to Stonehill College in Easton, this fall. 3. Matthew Smith 14” 9:12 a.m. “The campus is absolutely beautiful and I really like the track coaches there,” Angelini said. “They have a unique major there that will help me get on the path Trout to becoming a physician’s assistant.” 1. Matthew Kozel 15 ½” 8:48 a.m. Angelini said she first became drawn to that line of work after studying dental 2. Sa.M. Moshier 15 ½” 10:14 a.m. assisting at Valley Tech and getting a great deal of “hands-on” experience. She 3. Ryder Merloni 15 ¼” 8:16 a.m. was also able to do a community service project and an externship related to her Calico Bass chosen field. 1. Matthew Smith 12 ¼” 11:30 a.m. She first became interested in track and field in middle school. The daughter 2. Irelyn Bradley 11 ¼” 10.01 a.m. of a former track athlete, Angelini gave the javelin a try, and has been among the 3. Jenna Sweatman 11” 8:46 a.m. area’s best throwers ever since. This spring, she peaked at 116’ 6”, surpassing the 110-foot goal she had set for herself. Angelini won the Colonial Athletic League Perch Isabelle Angelini as well as the state vocational meet in the javelin. 1. Devan Rankins 9 ½” 8:58 a.m. A member of the Beavers’ basketball team, Angelini also played a key role on 2. Hunter Roy 9 ½” 11:12 a.m. a team that advanced all the way to the Central Mass. title game before falling to 3. Ryan Poirier 9 ¼” 8:05 a.m. Maynard. Bluegill/Sunfish Angelini also stood out academically, taking upper level courses and qualifying for the Superintendent’s List during 1. Ryan Poirier 9” 8:04 a.m. all of her terms at BVT. 2. Mary Poirier 8 7/8” 9:23 a.m. “I am super school-oriented,” she said. “I don’t 3. Donnacha La.M.Bert 8 7/8” 10:25 a.m. mind school at all as long as I am interested in what 4. Sasha Chaika 8 7/8” 11:28 a.m. I am learning about. I’m excited now to go to college 5. Matthew Kozel 8 ¾” 8:02 a.m. and major in something I want to do for the rest of 6. Drew French 8 ¾” 8:26 a.m. my life.” 7. Logan Didio 8 ¾” 8:37 a.m. Angelini said she plans to spend the summer 8. Isaac Vine 8 5/8” 10:30 a.m. working and sneaking in a little time at the beach 9. Kenley Poirier 8 ½” 8:05 a.m. before going off to college. She said her parents, John 10. Savanna Didio 8 ½” 8:38 a.m. and Nancy, have been supportive throughout her high school career and that her experience at Valley Memorial Awards Tech is leaving her with a wealth of fond memories. 1. David Jones (Boat Ra.M.P Side) Irelyn Bradley “I am going to miss being in shop class, I grew 2. Russell Burke (Beach Side) Ella Stakus so close to everyone and I am going to miss those 3. Richard Burrell (Most Bass Caught) Blade Ferris relationships,” she said. “And I am going to miss playing sports at BVT, basketball and track. It’s such a great environment.”
Something to Cheer About
Matthew Kozel and father show off Ready for some Mia Garefalakis his first place trout. fishing fun is Jacob of Upton has a lot Selby. to cheer about! Her cheerleading team, SuperStorm of the Bay State All Stars from Shrewsbury captured first place honors at The Summit Cheerleading Championships held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports® in Orlando Florida on May 4. The team is the only team from New England bringing home a Division 1 Summit Emma Roy and father with her first place bass. title this year. SuperStorm Mia Garefalakis competed against 31 teams in the International Junior Level 2 division, which included teams from Japan, Australia, Canada, Columbia, and the United Kingdom. Mia’s team was in first place after the preliminary round and advanced to finals with the top 12 teams. They upheld their lead in the finals and came out victorious winning coveted Summit champion rings and a championship banner. The team is coached by Steven Visneau, co- owner of Bay State All Stars with Matthew Holdridge, and Kayla Fisher. The team, made up of 23 athletes ranging from ages 8-14, is coached by Steven Visneau, co-owner of Bay State All Stars with Matthew Holdridge, and Kayla Fisher. Ella Stakus is not squeamish about petting her bass. She is shown with her dad.
JULY 6, 2018 Upton-Mendon Town Crier 23 Sports Grant’s Annual Golf Milford Legion Hits Halfway Mark Near Tournament a Success Top of Zone By Chris Villani more consistent bats in the Milford lineup. Halfway By Chris Villani Sports Reporter/Columnist through the year, Beder is hitting .355 with a Sports Reporter/Columnist Milford Legion Post 59 finished the first half double, five runs batted in, and six runs scored. He Dozens of local supporters of Mendon and Upton youth athletics hit the of the season with an 8-4 record driven by strong has also been versatile for Post 59. links last month, taking part in another successful fundraising tournament starting pitching and persisting hitting that has “He has played in a bunch of different spots in the put together by longtime Nipmuc coach and athletic director Jim Grant. worked to overcome early-season slumps. outfield and is doing some catching as well,” DiVitto The event at the Hopedale Country Club drew 77 players and raised “Our pitching has been outstanding, we have said. “He has done a nice job for us.” money for both high school and middle school athletes. really been throwing the ball well,” Milford manager The Nipmuc and BVT contingent has been an “Anytime we can help the children of the two towns stay active in sports Steve DiVitto said. “Our hitting has been there at important part of a Milford roster that is more as well as support their education opportunities, even in this limited way, times, but we have to be more consistent. The kids diverse and less reliant on Milford High products makes me feel like I am giving back to a system that was so good to me and have battled through they have played hard.” than it has been in past summers. my family,” Grant said. Blackstone Valley Tech’s Justin Metcalf has helped “These guys are gamers, they want to play and Grant touted the tournament as a financial success, thanks in large part lead the Post 59 pitching staff. He’s posted a 1-1 they play hard,” DiVitto said. “That’s all you can ask to the participants and those who sponsored holes or donated items for the record with a 1.11 ERA in his first four appearances for, guys who show up and play hard every day.” auction or raffle. Grant said he was able to purchase a pitching machine for on the mound for Milford. “He has been great,” DiVitto said he has seen signs the offense is both the Mendon/Upton youth softball and baseball programs. He was also DiVitto said simply of Metcalf’s performance. coming around, heading into last weekend. Playing able to use the proceeds from the tournament to buy basketballs and game Nipmuc pitcher Jack Tempesta made two starts a previously-unbeaten Leominster Post 151, Milford shirts for the girls 11-and-under summer basketball team. through the first half of the year, earning a victory was held scoreless and seemingly one hit away for In addition to the specific purchases, Grant said “sizable” monetary in one of them. DiVitto said the Warriors’ product four innings before exploding for seven runs and its donations were made to the Nipmuc Warriors Booster Club, the Mendon is doing well after a standout season for Nipmuc opponent’s first defeat of the season. / Upton youth basketball program, Clough Elementary School, Miscoe this past spring. “These guys have been doing great, The grind of a schedule will continue for Milford Hill School, Nipmuc Regional High School and the Nipmuc High Athletic whether they are starters or coming out of the pen,” through the first half of July. The regular season is Department. DiVitto said. “We just need to get the bats going, slated to end July 15 at Leominster. Post 59 will have The Warriors’ Club put together a continental breakfast to begin the day but they are going to come. I am not worried about the benefit of playing seven of its final nine games at and Grant had high praise for the staff at the Hopedale Country Club for that.” Nipmuc’s Jacob Beder has been one of the home at Fino Field. getting the course in prime condition. The weather also delivered a perfect day for golf, Grant said. The post-round meal also proved to be a hit. “The dinner of smoked The Boys of Summer, Local Legion Baseball Schedule ribs, chicken and beans topped the day off,” Grant said. “Oh yes, the peach Milford Legion Baseball Zone 4 Playoffs cobbler was also delicious.” Home games are played at Fino Field, 80 Granite St. July 16-19 –Seeds 1-8, play Bracket Style First Round Each year, Grant chooses one or more longtime supporters of Friday, July 6; 7 p.m. vs. Shrewsbury Double Elimination Tournament, (1v8, 4v5) - (2v7, 3v6). Mendon/Upton athletics and the tournament is played in their honor. Saturday, July 7; 1 p.m. at Northbridge July 21-23 –Two winners play in Finals, best of three, This year’s tournament was played in honor of Danny Kelley. “Danny Sunday, July 8; 7 p.m. vs. East Side. Game 1 and 3 at Top seed, Winner goes to States. Monday, July 9; 7 p.m. vs. North County graduated in the mid ‘80’s and played basketball for me,” Grant said before Thursday, July 12; 7 p.m. vs. Northbridge 2018 American Legion Senior Division Baseball the tournament. “He was an outstanding defensive player on some very Tournaments successful teams. As a successful businessman he has been most supportive Northbridge Legion Baseball July 28 - August 1; State Tournament at Adams Field, to my efforts as an AD, coach, and fundraiser for the Mendon/Upton Home games are played at Northbridge Middle School, Quincy. 171 Linwood Ave. August 8 – 12; N. E. Regional - Shrewsbury will host at schools and youth sports.” Saturday July 7; 1 p.m. vs. Milford Fitton Field, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester In the last two years, the tournament has recognized Maggie and Tucker Monday, July 9; 5:30 p.m. vs. Northboro August 16 – 21; A. L. World Series - Keeter Stadium, Summers and Linda Varney for their many years of support for youth Tuesday, July 10 5 p.m. at Leominster Veteran’s Fld., Shelby, N.C. athletics. Thursday, July 12; 7 p.m. at Milford For schedule changes see MilfordLegionBaseball.com or Saturday, July 14; 11 a.m. vs. Sturbridge District4Basebll.com
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