Westfield, Southwick to Host Sept. 11 Ceremonies by PETER CURRIER Responders Who Lost Their Lives on Staff Writer That Day in 2001 Will Take Place

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Residents join members of the Westfield Fire Department in the 2017 9/11 remembrance ceremonies at Fire headquarters on Broad Street in Westfield. (WN file photo) that were affected by the tragedy of Kevin A. Bishop will deliver brick purchased by the Fireman’s September 11. We have all made a remarks, and any local leaders or Association. The brick will become commitment to keep close in our political figures are welcome to part of a permanent display in hearts and in our prayers the sense- attend to give their own remarks. Boston. A dedication ceremony will less loss of our friends and neigh- Also attending will be Pastor Dan take place Wednesday afternoon. bors,” said Sullivan, “I would like to Valerie of the Living Hope Church. Members of the fire department will ask once again this year for the City At the Southwick Fire Department travel to Boston to attend the cere- to remember, either at one of the ceremony, they will toll five bells, as mony following the 9/11 remem- scheduled services, or at your own part of a tradition of ringing five brance. leisure, the families of Trant, bells to signal that firefighters are In addition to Westfield and Murphy and Shea-Creamer during leaving or returning to the station. Southwick’s official memorial ser- this time when it is needed the The flag will then be lowered for a vices, Westfield’s Sons of Erin Irish most.” moment of silence, after which it Club will host its own memorial at In Southwick, town, police, and will be raised again. 6 p.m. at the Sons of Erin building at fire officials will participate in a Alongside the Southwick 9/11 22 Williams St. in Westfield. The service at the fire department head- memorial will be a remembrance for ceremony will take place in front of quarters on Depot Street at 9:50 fallen Southwick Firefighter Joe the Club’s memorial to the Westfield a.m., the time that the attacks on the Segal, who was an active member of residents who died in the attacks. twin towers in New York began. the fire department who passed Sullivan has been invited to speak Deputy Fire Chief Richard away following a training. Southwick Firefighter Steve Pinette strikes a bell during a past remem- at this event, and music will be Stefanowicz said that Fire Chief Stefanowicz said that Segal will played inside at 7 p.m. by the brance ceremony for the victims of Sept. 11, 2001. (Photo by Hope E. Tremblay) Russell Anderson and Police Chief be recognized with a ceremonial Blarney Brothers. Next step taken for Franklin Avenue building project

By AMY PORTER Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The School Committee voted Monday to authorize Mayor Brian P. Sullivan to request City Council approval of an appropriation for a feasibility study on the Franklin Avenue Elementary School building project. The district’s Chief Financial Officer Ronald R. Rix said the feasibility study needs City Council approval. He said the cost for the study will be approximately $900,000, but the city would be reimbursed 69.5% of the cost, and must show they have ample funding. Rix said the district is trying to get ahead of the process with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), which will partner with the city on the feasibility study and the rebuild/renovation at the school — which the Council has

Franklin Avenue Elementary School (WNG File Photo) already approved – if the project is selected. Munger Hill; and new students are still being registered. Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski said the MSBA eligibil- Sullivan said the next step of the lengthy process will be to ity period is from December to February, and it looks good if determine whether a brand new school or addition and renova- the School Committee and Council have already voted for the tion will be chosen for the site. feasibility study, which is the next step for eligibility. Part of the rebuilding plan will also be looking at the needs Rix, the mayor and City Purchasing Officer Tammy Tefft, of English language learners and students with disabilities, and who would be handling the building contract if approved, will will provide a model for the other schools going forward, Rix be meeting with the MSBA later this month to review enroll- said. ment projections. Czaporowski said that a community forum has been held, Czaporowski said they had more elementary students than the video of which is posted on the district website at www. projected, and have added kindergarten teachers at both schoolsofwestfield.org, along with all of the documents to date Westfield Public Schools CFO Ronald R. Rix. (WNG File Highland and Paper Mill, as well as a third grade teacher at under the MSBA Franklin Avenue Elementary School Project. Photo) PAGE 2 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Retired law enforcement recognized by Police Commission By PETER CURRIER Staff Writer WESTFIED- The Police Commission met Monday evening to recognize four recently retired members of the Westfield Police Department for their service. Officer Michael Ruffo, Officer Paul Pellan, Lt. Michael Ugolik, and former Chief John Camerota were recognized for their years of service on the Westfield Police force by Chief Lawrence Valliere and members of the Police Commission. Valliere said that there had been discus- sion around the department about recognizing officers who had dedicated much of their lives to policing in Westfield. “I want to congratulate all four of you on your retirement. All of you were deeply engaged with the department and the community. I worked with three of you for your entire careers. I worked with the Chief [Camerota] for all but five years of his career,” said Valliere. He continued on to say that each of the four brought different talents to the department, but that they all shared a similar trait to each other: They cared very much about their professions. “We have all seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. Sacrificed [sic] many precious moments with our families and friends that From left: Lt. Michael Ugolik, Officer Michael Ruffo, Officer Paul Pellan, and Former Chief John Camerota. (Photo by Peter Currier) we will never get back.” Said Valliere, “We need to remember those who held the line years. Former Chief John Camerota served a helped him raise through the ranks to eventu- is now, and I wish you guys a happy retire- in this city. Robert Kennedy once said: total of 42 years, including his 21-year stint as ally become captain, which he was promoted to ment,” said Osowski. ‘Every society gets the kind of criminal it chief, the longest serving police chief in earlier this year. Following everyone’s remarks, Valliere deserves.’ What is equally true is that every Westfield’s history. Police Commissioner Leonard Osowski read handed out honorary plaques to each of the four community gets the kind of law enforce- Capt. Michael McCabe also delivered a statement on behalf of his fellow commis- men. ment it insists on.” remarks in recognition of his four former col- sioners. The Commission then voted to appoint Between the four retired officers, they leagues as well. McCabe has been with the “We would like to congratulate you as a com- Officer Ruffo as a Special Police Officer, effec- have a combined 137 years of experience in Westfield Police Department himself for 34 mission for all you’ve done. It goes without tive Tuesday, Sept. 10. policing. Ruffo was in the service for 27 years. saying that your service and what you’ve done ——— years. Pellan served for 32 years. Lt. Ugolik Capt. Jerome Pitoniak spoke of both learning for the department is really, really great. May Peter Currier can be reached at served with the Westfield Police for 34 under all four of the officers and how they the next chapter of your life be as fulfilling s it [email protected].

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Tuesday, Sept. 10, the 253rd day of 2019. There are 112 days left in the year.

n Sept. 10, 1813, an American naval force com- ings on the nomination of Clarence Thomas to the U.S. lain "Jaws" in a pair of James Bond movies, died in manded by Oliver H. Perry defeated the British in Supreme Court. Fresno, California. the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. O In 1998, President Clinton met with members of his (Afterward, Perry sent the message, "We have met the ONE YEAR AGO: enemy and they are ours.") Cabinet to apologize, ask forgiveness and promise to Florence exploded into a potentially catastrophic improve as a person in the wake of the Monica Lewinsky Category 4 hurricane as it closed in on North and South scandal. Carolina with winds up to 140 mph. The Trump adminis- ON THIS DATE: tration ordered the closure of the Palestinian diplomatic In 1912, the jungle character Tarzan made his debut as In 2000, controversial basketball coach Bob Knight mission in Washington, citing the refusal of Palestinian "Tarzan of the Apes" by Edgar Rice Burroughs was first was fired by Indiana University for what was called a pat- leaders to enter into peace talks with Israel. published in The All-Story magazine. tern of unacceptable behavior. Marat Safin (mah-RAHT' SA'-fihn) beat Pete Sampras 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 to become the TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS: In 1919, New York City welcomed home Gen. John J. first Russian to win the U.S. Open. Tiger Woods won the Actor Philip Baker Hall is 88. Actor Greg Mullavey is 86. Pershing and 25,000 soldiers who'd served in the U.S. Canadian Open by one stroke over Grant Waite. The Jazz vibraphonist Roy Ayers is 79. Actor Tom Ligon is 79. First Division during World War I. musical "Cats" closed on Broadway after 7,485 perfor- Singer Danny Hutton (Three Dog Night) is 77. Singer mances. Jose Feliciano is 74. Actress Judy Geeson is 71. Former In 1935, Sen. Huey P. Long died in Baton Rouge two Canadian first lady Margaret Trudeau is 71. Political days after being shot in the Louisiana state Capitol, alleg- In 2006, Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts commentator Bill O'Reilly is 70. Rock musician Joe Perry edly by Dr. Carl Weiss. defeated Eli Manning and the New York Giants 26-21 in (Aerosmith) is 69. Country singer Rosie Flores is 69. the first NFL game to feature two brothers starting at Actress Amy Irving is 66. Actor-director Clark Johnson is In 1960, Hurricane Donna, a dangerous Category 4 quarterback. 65. Actress Kate Burton is 62. Movie director Chris storm eventually blamed for 364 deaths, struck the Columbus is 61. Actor Colin Firth is 59. Rock singer- Florida Keys. TEN YEARS AGO: musician David Lowery (Cracker) is 59. Actor Sean President Barack Obama said he'd accepted O'Bryan is 56. Baseball Hall of Famer Randy Johnson is In 1962, the U.S. Supreme Court ordered the University Republican Rep. Joe Wilson's apology for shouting "You 56. Actor Raymond Cruz is 55. Rock musician Robin of Mississippi to admit James Meredith, a black student. lie!" during the president's health-care speech to Goodridge (Bush) is 54. Rock musician Stevie D. Congress. A frail Sen. Robert Byrd addressed the Senate (Buckcherry) is 53. Rock singer-musician Miles Zuniga In 1963, 20 black students entered Alabama public for the first time in months to pay tribute to the late Sen. (Fastball) is 53. Actress Nina Repeta is 52. Rapper Big schools following a standoff between federal authorities Edward Kennedy, his one-time rival and longtime dear Daddy Kane is 51. Movie director Guy Ritchie is 51. Actor and Gov. George C. Wallace. friend. The activist group ACORN fired two employees of Johnathan Schaech (shehk) is 50. Contemporary its Baltimore office after they were seen in hidden-cam- Christian singer Sara Groves is 47. Actor Ryan Phillippe In 1979, four Puerto Rican nationalists imprisoned for era video giving tax advice to a pair of conservative activ- (FIHL'-ih-pee) is 45. Actor Kyle Bornheimer is 44. Actor a 1954 attack on the U.S. House of Representatives and ists, James O'Keefe and Hannah Giles, who were posing Jacob Young is 40. Rock musician Mikey Way (My a 1950 attempt on the life of President Harry S. Truman as a pimp and a prostitute. Chemical Romance) is 39. Olympic bronze medal figure were freed from prison after being granted clemency by skater Timothy Goebel (GAY'-bul) is 39. Ballerina Misty President Jimmy Carter. FIVE YEARS AGO: Copeland is 37. MLB All-Star first-baseman Joey Votto is During a prime-time address, President Barack Obama 36. Rock musician Matthew Followill (Kings of Leon) is In 1987, Pope John Paul II arrived in Miami, where he announced he was authorizing airstrikes inside Syria for 35. Singer Ashley Monroe (Pistol Annies) is 33. MLB All- was welcomed by President Ronald Reagan and first the first time along with expanded strikes in Iraq as part Star first-baseman Paul Goldschmidt is 32. Singer lady Nancy Reagan as he began a 10-day tour of the of a "steady, relentless effort" to root out Islamic State Sanjaya Malakar ("American Idol") is 30. Actor Chandler United States. extremists. Missouri executed Earl Ringo Jr. for a 1998 Massey is 29. Actress Hannah Hodson is 28. Actor robbery and double murder. Richard Kiel, 74, the tower- Gabriel Bateman is 15. In 1991, the Senate Judiciary Committee opened hearing actor best known for portraying the steel-toothed vil- THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 - PAGE 3

Southwick Police Lt. Robert Landis, at left, presents retiring Sgt. Kirk Sanders with a token Sept. 6 in recognition of his last day of work. Sanders retired Friday after 40 years on the job. Sgt. Kirk Sanders, left, uses a PowerPoint presentation to help explain the proper use of the (Photo by Hope E. Tremblay) new “center” traffic lane in the downtown section of Southwick. (WN FIle Photo) Sgt. Sanders retires after four decades of dedication By HOPE E. side his father has been a dif- schools and became the safety TREMBLAY ferent kind of lesson. officer, creating a successful Assistant Managing Editor “I really enjoyed working D.A.R.E. program there. In SOUTHWICK – Southwick with him,” he said. “I learned the 90’s, the police had a sta- Police Sgt. Kirk Sanders a lot.” tion at the high school. retired Sept. 6 after 40 years What he learned the most “I couldn’t believe how of service to the community. was that his dad was an inte- many students took to it – Sanders began his career gral part of the Southwick they loved it,” said Sanders. Sept. 3, 1979 at the Southwick Police and the community, “I hope they keep a safety and Police Department and spent and he loved it. drug program in the schools.” nearly every day of the next “If I could put in half as For 27 years Sanders 40 years in service to his com- much dedication that he put worked with Southwick’s stu- munity. into this town, it would be dents and he said he sees for- Sanders is the quintessen- more than anyone could mer students today who thank tial friendly police officer. expect,” said Kyle Sanders. him for the lessons he taught. He’s quick with a smile and a Sanders was born in Garden Sanders said continuing laugh. He offers his expertise City, Michigan and moved to some sort of drug education and sage advice when asked, Southwick as a toddler when program is imperative. and he’s respected and his father’s business brought “The heroin epidemic is admired by colleagues and the them here. Growing up, very real,” he said. community alike. Even peo- Sanders’ parents were an Sanders said the level of ple he’s arrested respect him, inspiration — “my father for training possessed by officers according to Sgt. Brad Fisk. his work ethic and my mother is another big change for the Fisk worked with Sanders for how to treat people.” better. for the past 22 years, many of Sanders’ inspiration to join Police Chief Kevin A. which were spent on the over- law enforcement was his Bishop touted Sanders’ work night shift. Working when the grandfather. and joked that it would take bars close could be a chal- “He was on the Garden numerous officers to fill his lenge at times, said Fisk, but City Police Department,” he shoes. Sanders took it all in stride said. “My brother and sister “He’s going to be hard to and treated everyone fairly. and I spent two weeks with replace,” Bishop said, listing “People just respected them every summer and he his duties, including his safe- him,” said Fisk. “Even those shared a lot of stories with ty and D.A.R.E. work, com- who were doing something me.” munity policing, citizens wrong respected him.” Sanders said the depart- police academy, organizing of Fisk said he learned a lot ment has changed for the bet- the golf tournament, graphic from Sanders, not just about ter over the past few decades. arts expertise and normal ser- being a good police officer, When he started on the job, geant responsibilities. but about being a good person it was a different time and For Sanders, retiring is bit- and a good manager. Southwick was a different tersweet. And as anyone who “He always let you do your place. knows him would expect, he job,” said Fisk. “He stepped in “It was like the Wild, Wild was not about to sit at home when he had to, but he knew West back then,” he recalled. or golf or travel – he started we could handle it. Him “It was ‘Us vs. Them’.” his retirement career with the believing in me meant a lot. Times have changed and school department as a van “There’s no one who ever the police have a different driver on Monday. talked bad about Kirk presence in the community. “I am looking forward to Sanders,” Fisk said. “It’s a Some would argue Sanders this next chapter, but I will great legacy.” deserves much of that credit. miss the camaraderie,” Sanders was feted with a He started working in the Sanders said. lunch at the station Friday and Southwick Board of Selectman Chairman Russell Fox and Police Sgt. Kirk Sanders raise a a retirement party Saturday at Donate Life flag at Southwick Town Hall in recognition of Donate Life Month. (Photo by Hope Shaker Country Club. And E. Tremblay) while he was thrilled to have Sanders’ daughter Kim said a huge part of our family,” she ited something from him that CALABRESE his children Jessie, Kim and “it’s a big change for all of us said, even though she now inspired their careers. Jessie Kyle by his side throughout without my mom here.” lives in Australia. “We grew works with children with spe- FARMS HARDY the celebrations, he said he She and Kyle attended the up running around this police cial needs, Kim is in graphic FALL MUMS missed his best friend and lunch Friday and spoke about department. We will forever arts and Kyle is also a CORN • APPLES AND wife Susan who passed away being raised at the station. be ‘Officer Sanders’ kids’.” Southwick Police officer. PEACHES, ORNAMENTALS last year. “The Town of Southwick is Sanders’ children all inher- For Kyle, working along- “It’s tough,” he said. TOMATOES FRESH FROM OUR FIELDS: Beacon Hill leaders unfamiliar with requested changes to Pot Law Winter Squash, Beans, Watermelon, Carrots, Cabbage, Cukes, Picklers & Eggplant STATE HOUSE, BOSTON (SHNS) — It has been one of the thorniest issues for marijuana regulators, but legislative leaders on Monday appeared unaware of the Cannabis Control Commission's months-old request for authority to enforce the mandatory CANNING TOMATOES - WHEN AVAILABLE agreements between host communities and marijuana businesses. ~ WE ACCEPT SNAP & HIP BENEFITS ~ State law requires applicants for marijuana business licenses to enter into a host community agreement before the CCC will 257 Feeding Hills Road, (Rt. 57) consider an application. The law stipulates that those agreements cannot run for more than five years and that the community impact fee paid to the municipality by the licensee cannot exceed 3 percent of the establishment's gross sales. Southwick, MA • (413) 569-6417 But the CCC has wrestled with the policy for more than a year now as entrepreneurs, lawyers and lobbyists have shared stories about cities or towns demanding a greater percentage of gross sales or other asks that would not appear to comply with the language of the law. In January, the CCC voted to formally request that the Legislature grant it "statutory authority to review and regulate" HCAs.

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PAGE 4 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS COMMENT Never a bad word about Kirk BY Hope E. Tremblay Assistant Managing Editor Usually when I’m writing about a person I know, the story comes easily. But sometimes, it’s more difficult to write about someone I know, especially when I have a lot of respect for the subject. That was the case this week when I wrote about the retirement of Southwick Police Sgt. Kirk Sanders. I started the story multiple times. There were so many ways to write it – it could simply be straight forward and concentrate on his police work – but it needed to be about him as a person. It needed to include his children; his son Kyle who worked alongside him as a fellow police officer, his daughter Kim who inherited Kirk’s artistic talents and his daughter Jessie who followed in Kirk’s footsteps and works with children. It also needed to include the love story between Kirk and his beloved late wife Sue, without whom he is some- HOPE E. times a bit lost. TREMBLAY You see, to tell all those stories is to tell Kirk’s story. And I’m not sure I did him justice. PI hope that perhaps I am doing so now. Before I met Kirk, I met his mom. As a young reporter at The Westfield Evening News in 1995 my beat did not include Southwick, but I would occasionally have to go to Town Hall for something. My good friend Martha Sanders (no relation) covered the town at the time and I distinctly remember her taking me there one day to meet Judy Sanders. Judy was sweet and At 9/11 memorial, new recognition sassy. I enjoyed chatting with her and we struck up a friendly relationship, as she did with Martha. We even went to a movie together once. When I met Kirk, it was for a story about some- for a longer-term toll thing police related. I assume it had to do with D.A.R.E. since Kirk headed that program for many of his 40 years as a By JENNIFER PELTZ diagnosed with other illnesses, including much as documented," Greenwald said. Southwick police officer. And he reminded me of his mother. Associated Press cancer. Plans for the $5 million glade, It was fitting that when I interviewed him last Friday on his NEW YORK (AP) — When the Research continues into whether those designed by memorial plaza architects last day of work, he mentioned that his grandfather – a police names of nearly 3,000 Sept. 11 victims illnesses are tied to 9/11 toxins. A 2018 Michael Arad and Peter Walker, were officer – and both parents had influenced him as a police offi- are read aloud Wednesday at the World study did not find higher-than-normal ultimately announced in 2017. cer; his father for his work ethic and his mother on how to treat Trade Center, a half-dozen stacks of death rates overall among people The traditional image of a memorial is people. stone will quietly salute an untold num- exposed to the dust and smoke, but an immutable tribute, literally written in Anyone who knew Kirk would say he inherited the best of his ber of people who aren't on the list. researchers have noted more deaths than stone — if also potentially susceptible to parents’ attributes. Police Chief Kevin Bishop joked that he The granite slabs were installed on the expected from brain cancer, non-Hodg- shifting views of its subject, as demon- needed at least two additional officers to do what Kirk did. And memorial plaza this spring. They recog- kin's lymphoma and certain other dis- strated by ongoing debate over Sgt. Brad Fisk said in the 22 years he has been with the depart- nize an initially unseen toll of the 2001 eases; an unusual number of suicides Confederate statues around the American ment he has never heard one bad word said about Kirk — not terrorist attacks: firefighters, police and among rescue and recovery workers. South. even from someone having a run-in with law enforcement. others who died or fell ill after exposure Studies also have suggested that highly But sometimes monuments adapt to Now that says a lot. to toxins unleashed in the wreckage. exposed workers may face more prob- take on more meanings. Kirk will be missed, but he will continue to serve the town, The unusual addition reflects a memo- lems, including somewhat higher death Some memorials built after one war especially its youngest residents, in his retirement career as a rial that is evolving as the aftermath of rates and a modestly higher risk of heart get expanded or rededicated to include van driver for the schools. That seems a perfect fit for the man 9/11 does. And for families like Joanna trouble, than less-exposed colleagues. veterans of other wars. A memorial to who has dedicated his life to his family, his community and the Reisman's, the new 9/11 Memorial Over 51,000 people have applied to a victims of the 1993 World Trade Center children of Southwick. Glade gives their loved ones a place in victims compensation fund that makes bombing was destroyed on 9/11, and Happy retirement, Kirk! I’ll see you around town. the landscape of remembrance at ground payments to people with illnesses poten- their names were included in the current zero. tially related to 9/11; it has awarded over memorial. A firefighter's widow, she emphasizes $5.5 billion so far. After impassioned After the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that the losses thousands of families suf- advocacy, lawmakers this summer was built in Washington, additions near- fered on Sept. 11 were horrific. ensured it won't run out of money . by recognized nurses and other women "We just have to recognize that there None of that was foreseen when the who served, and veterans who died years GOVERNMENT MEETINGS were others, too," says Reisman, whose memorial design was chosen in January later from lasting effects of the defoliant TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 54-year-old husband, Lt. Steven 2004. But the selection jury "knew that Agent Orange, post-traumatic stress dis- Reisman, searched through the World we'd be picking something that allowed order or other injuries that initially WESTFIELD: Trade Center debris for remains, and for an evolution of the site," says mem- weren't recognized. Housing Authority at 6 p.m. then died in 2014 of brain cancer. He ber James E. Young, a retired University Such memorials speak to a change Cultural Council at 7 pm DPW at 7 p.m. was 54. of Massachusetts Amherst professor. over time in how, and whom, monu- Subtle and sculptural, the memorial As attention grew to the deaths of ailments commemorate, said Kirk Savage, SOUTHWICK: glade features six stone pieces inlaid ing 9/11 rescue, recovery and cleanup a University of Pittsburgh art and archi- Trustees of the Southwick Public Library at 7 p.m. with steel salvaged trade center steel. workers, some memorials elsewhere tecture history professor and memorials Library Board of Trustees Meeting at 7 p.m. They jut from the ground along a tree- began adding their names . A remem- expert. Planning Board Meeting at 7 p.m. lined pathway. brance wall focused on them was dedi- Rather than a 19th-century leader on a Unlike the plaza's massive waterfall cated in 2011 in Nesconset, on Long pedestal, newer memorials often pools memorializing people killed on Island. acknowledge everyday people's involve- WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 9/11 — those whose names are read at But the trade center memorial has a ment in historic events and shift focus anniversary ceremonies — the boulders "responsibility — especially where it's "from recognizing people that we emu- WESTFIELD: are not inscribed with the names of those located, on sacred ground — to continue late to people that we grieve for," he Board of Assessors at 5 p.m. they honor. There is no finite list of to tell the story," says John Feal, who said. License Commission at 6 p.m. them, at least not yet. lost part of a foot while working as a Caryn Pfeifer has had many people to Board of Health meeting is cancelled. Instead, nearby signs dedicate the demolition supervisor there and later grieve for over the past 18 years. glade "to those whose actions in our founded a charity that maintains the First there were the colleagues and BLANDFORD: time of need led to their injury, sickness, Nesconset memorial. friends whom her husband, firefighter Fire Department Meeting at 7 p.m. and death," including first responders, Ground zero memorial leaders had Ray Pfeifer, lost on 9/11 and whose recovery workers, survivors and com- misgivings at first, memorial CEO Alice remains he sought in the debris. Then munity members at the attack sites at the Greenwald says. They noted that the there were those who got sick and died trade center, at the Pentagon and near health problems were documented in the over the years, as he fought for health Shanksville, Pennsylvania. below-ground Sept. 11 museum, though care for first responders while battling The collapse of the trade center's twin it gets far fewer visitors than the memo- his own kidney cancer. Local Legislators Hold Office Hours at towers produced thick dust clouds, and rial plaza. And the leaders felt protective Now she also mourns her husband. He the Westfield Senior Center fires burned for months in the rubble. of the memory of people killed on 9/11. died in 2017, at 59. Many rescue and recovery workers Responders and health advocates With the new memorial glade, she Representative John Velis and/or his Legislative Aide, Emily later developed respiratory and digestive "could see what we couldn't see right says, "now we have a place to go and sit, Swanson holds office hours at the Westfield Senior Center system ailments potentially linked to away ... that this was really something think about everybody, and just pray for every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon. City Council President inhaled and swallowed dust. Some were that needed to be commemorated, as the next poor guy." Ralph Figy is generally at the Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon. Please take advantage of these opportunities to meet with your local In this Thursday, Westfield legislators and ask questions, voice your opinion, or Aug. 29, 2019, photo just put a face with a name. The Westfield Senior Center is a detail of one of the located at 45 Noble Street. granite slabs and the steel from the original World Trade Center is seen at the 9/11 Memorial Glade at the National The Westfield News September 11 Memorial & A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC Museum in New York. When the Mike Dobbs Flora Masciadrelli Managing Editor Director of Sales/ names of nearly Classified Manager 3,000 Sept. 11 victims Hope E. Tremblay are read aloud Asst. Managing Editor James Johnson-Corwin Multi-Media Manager Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, at the World Chris Putz Marie Brazee Sports Editor Trade Center, a half- Business Manager dozen stacks of stone Fran Smith Lorie Perry will quietly salute an General Manager Director of Ad Production untold number of people who aren’t on the list. (AP Photo/Mary 62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 Altaffer) (413)562-4181 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 - PAGE 5 Obituaries College student FACES OF thewestfieldnews.com/category/obituaries/ parties are back,

Marion E. Whitney SUE WEST, SVP WESTFIELD – Marion show police records CARSON Elizabeth (Luhn) Whitney passed away peacefully the morning of By CARL E. HARTDEGEN Correspondent BHN The Carson Center Sept. 8, 2019 at age 95. Born on WESTFIELD – If anybody has not noticed that college stu- March 9, 1924 in Hartford, CT to Mental Health, Addictions dents have returned to the city after their summer vacation, a the late George and Esther and Developmental Services glance at the weekend’s police log will show evidence that (Anderson) Luhn, she graduated Close to home they’re back. from Bulkeley High School in City police report that, over the weekend, officers responded 1942. During World War II, she to at least seven college related disturbances and had at least served in the U.S. Navy WAVES. six encounters with college aged pedestrians in possession of She was a Past Commander of alcohol. Jane DeLano Post 7 in Hartford, These incidents resulted in at least 13 city ordinance viola- CT and a member of American tion citations for offenses including being a minor in posses- Legion Post 124 in Westfield. In her sion of liquor, possession of an open container of alcohol in Our Faces of Carson feature shares experiences from youth, Marion was a Rainbow Girl public, keeping a nuisance house and creating excessive noise the perspective of Behavioral Health Network’s caregiv- belonging to Hartford Assembly #9. as well as three arrests on charges including disorderly con- ers and program directors in helping individuals and Years later, Marion helped start duct, resisting arrest and liquor charges. families in our community. Westfield Assembly #96, Order of Several of the infractions encountered were minor incidents Rainbow for Girls and served for many involving only a single or a few youths but two included a years as the Mother Advisor. In the hundred or more college aged youths and required several Order of Eastern Star, Marion was a Past Matron and a 50 officers to contain. year member of Golden Chapter #5. She was a former Early Saturday morning, Officer Matthew Schultze reported member of the Second Congregational Church, active as at 12:40 a.m. that he observed that about 40 vehicles had been the Superintendent of Sunday School, and Church parked on the sides of Russell Road, apparently by party guests Secretary for 20 years before retiring in 1989. More at a Russell Road apartment. When he got closer, Schultze recently, Marion was a member of the Granville Federated reports, he saw 40-50 college aged youths in the roadway and Church of Granville, MA. Predeceased by her beloved observed an altercation in the street between a male and a husband of 54 years, Charles W. who passed away in female. 2003, Marion leaves her son Robert G. of West Springfield; When he approached and attempted to detain the male par- Stuart L. and his wife Susanne of Waterbury Center, VT; ticipant, Schultze reports, the young man resisted him, result- and Carl W. and his wife Robin of Westfield. She also ing in a brief scuffle in the roadway before Trevor Robert leaves four grandchildren: Kiera (and Jack) Haley of Kemp, 20, of 10 Duxbury Lane, Amherst, was detained. He Burlington, MA; Ryan (and Melissa) Whitney of was subsequently arrested for disorderly conduct and resting Westfield; Meredith Whitney of Waterbury Center, VT; arrest. and Samuel Whitney of Stowe, VT, as well as two great Schultze, supported by four additional officers, found three grandchildren: Gracie Whitney and Walker Haley. The of the tenants and advised them of the disturbance created by family will welcome friends for a visiting hour on Yarn Buddies their guests. The tenants told Schultze that they were unaware Thursday, September 12 from 1:00 to 2:00 at the United of the disturbance but were cooperative and asked their guests WESTFIELD – The Carson Center’s Adult Community Church of Christ, Second Congregational Church, 487 to leave. Clinical Services, or ACCS, program staff is dedicating their Western Avenue, Westfield, MA. The funeral service will Schultze reports that about 50 persons left the residence. time to an important cause–creating items out of yarn to begin at 2:00 p.m. followed by refreshments in the In an incident Saturday evening, five officers responded to a donate to local non-profits. Founders’ Room of the church. Following the reception, disturbance reported at 11:48 p.m. on Dubois Street. Calling themselves “The Yarn Buddies,” the group meets burial will be at Pine Hill Cemetery for all who wish to Lt. Kevin Bard reports that when police responded to reports weekly to work on various knitting, crocheting, and needle- join the family. Donations may be made in Marion’s of the disturbance they found “over 100 people congregating point projects, both for their own enjoyment and for the memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children – Springfield, benefit of the Westfield community. throughout the streets and in the yards of the other residences 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104. Firtion-Adams The group was started about eight years ago by Kathy nearby thus creating an unsafe environment.” Bard also reports Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. firtionad- Coache, an administrative assistant at ACCS who previously that the area was littered with empty alcoholic beverage cans ams.com owned a knitting and crocheting shop. Initially, the group and cups and that there were “several pockets of college age was only meant to provide an outlet for mindfulness and kids loitering and yelling while on the treebelts all along the relaxation. But with the vision of one of the group’s regular street on both sides.” members, Diane Gore, The Yarn Buddies soon took on the Two tenants were issued city ordinance violation citations role of helping the community. for keeping a nuisance residence and Bard reports an incident Gore is very passionate about making donations to those which occurred when he attempted to issue a citation to a third in need, and her dedication to helping the less fortunate led tenant. the group to begin making regular donations of a wide range Court Logs Bard wrote that he had placed the tenant’s license on his of items made by the group. cruiser as he started to issue a citation when he was distracted The group’s central project is the creation of “comfort Westfield District Court by a skirmish which erupted nearby. He reports that, while his dolls,” which they distribute to local organizations, such as Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 attention was diverted, the youth grabbed his license and fled. women’s and homeless shelters. The group has also made Isac R. Hernandez, 27, of 50 Southampton Road, Apt. 3C, Bard chased him down and, after a brief scuffle, detained him. blankets for nursing homes and homeless shelters; mats for Westfield, was held in lieu of $50 cash bail pending a Sept. 25 Luke Owen Rooney, 19, of 1120 Main St., Hingham, was the homeless to sit on; and hats, mittens, and scarves for hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of assault and battery issued a citation but was also arrested. He was charged with children in the winter. on a family or household member brought by Westfield police=' being person younger than the legal drinking age in possession The work done by The Yarn Buddies has already touched Misael Y. Maldonado-Collazo, 24, of 70 Glenwood St., of liquor, possession of an open container of alcohol in public, dozens of people in the Westfield community. The group’s Springfield, was released on his personal recognizance pending disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. comfort dolls are very popular among children, and the knowledge that their work is helping those in need has kept an Oct. 29 hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of assault A second person, Matthew Swenor, 19, of 56 Haviland St., and battery brought by Westfield police. the group going strong for many years. Ludlow, found in possession of alcohol, was arrested being a “You never know when a child is going to come in to one Robert F. Johnson, 40, of 22 Matthews Road, Southwick, person younger than the legal drinking age in possession of was released on his personal recognizance pending an Oct. 29 of these places,” Coache said. “This is something that can liquor. really make a difference for them.” hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of assault and battery Bard reports that the disturbance required “5 Westfield on a family or household member brought by Southwick police. police officers to disperse in a somewhat orderly fashion.” Jessica P. Stacy, 41, of 14 Pinewood Lane, Westfield, was released on her personal recognizance pending an Oct. 29 hearing after she was arraigned on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon Baker touts grants, teases brought by Westfield police. James J. 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Mattos, 32, of 165 Princeton St., Springfield, saw a investing $6.7 million in capital funding into nine projects charge of shoplifting by asportation brought by Westfield police focused on imaging, cancer, neuroscience and drug discov- ordered to be dismissed upon immediate payment of $50 in court costs. ery research, and foreshadowed legislation furthering efforts If you would like to run a to create a digital health record database. Birthday Announcement in Baker dropped by the Massachusetts Biotechnology The Westfield News contact Council's digital health conference at the Intercontinental hotel to talk up Massachusetts's role in the growing digital us at: 413-562-4181 health field. Police Logs Massachusetts is "an ideal location for digital health firms" because of health institutions, academic research and WESTFIELD development centers and access to venture capital, Baker said. 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www.sarahgillett.org PAGE 6 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Traditional celebration On Sunday, St. Joseph’s Parish held its annual Fall festival. A ceremony, took remembering the ones in Westfield that lost their live on September 11, 2001, (911). The many that came enjoy polish food, dancing performance by the Dozynki dancers and the friendships by the Parish members and com- Working the kitchen preparing and serving the Polish food munity. are volunteers Trent Taylor, Curtis Yetton, Sheri Bucko, St. Joseph’s Dozynki Dancers stand in for a photo op before Kathy Taylor, Donna Yetton, Sue Teehan, Nick Soltysiak and their performance. Chris O’Connell.

Jane Carpenter and Joanne Orloski show off some of the many desserts.

Fr. Joseph Soltysiak gives a 911 prayer remembering all who were lost. Members of the Parish carry out the harvest tree.

Sinna Puza, 6, showing off her skills making tiny bubbles. Working the art table, Paul and Marie Quinn.

Bill and Ann Adamczyk, long time members of the Parish, enjoy a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon at the festival.

A full house audience enjoys the afternoon entertainment.

Westfield’s finest are part of the 911 ceremony. In the photo, Keith Supinski, Christopher Brown, Seth Ellis, Kevin Tracy, Denny Dalton, and Ray Neilsen, Badge #1.

City Councilor Cindy Harris, rep- PHOTOS BY resenting the City of Westfield, thanks everyone who participated Cliff Lajewski and Lyman Barnet working the outside American Legion Post 124 Honor Guard present arms as DON WIELGUS in the 911 ceremony. food court. Taps is played.

The crowd enjoys Polish food. On stage, the Dozynki dancers perform one of the Polish dances. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 - PAGE 7 SPORTS

St. Mary’s Brady Collins (7) makes a run upfield with the St. Mary’s (3) Jack Lamirande splits the defense for a goal in the eighth minute against Mohawk Monday at Westfield ball. (Photo by Chris Putz) Intermediate School Field. It was the 100th point of Lamirande’s high school career. (Photo by Chris Putz) The 100: Lamirande nets history By CHRIS PUTZ “Down 2-0, mentally in my head I knew it Sports Editor was the time to get it out there and just go for WESTFIELD – St. Mary’s Jack Lamirande it,” Lamirande said. “I was thinking right in took a through ball from Everett Stec in the my head that I need to put this left corner. eighth minute of a boys soccer game against Right there I just did it.” Mohawk Monday at Westfield Intermediate It would be the closest Lamirande and his School, split the defense and scored the 100th teammates would get to Mohawk though. The career point of his high school career. Warriors went on to score four more first half The game was briefly stopped as family, goals en route to a 9-5 victory; the St. Mary friends, teammates, coaches and fans applaud- Saints had just one (Brady Collins from ed Lamirande’s feat. Lamirande). “It means a lot to me personally, said St. Mary’s put forth an even stronger effort Lamirande, noting that he reached this accom- in the second half with both teams exchanging plishment with his brother, Billy, in mind. three goals. Lamirande had all three. He was Lamirande said Billy, a former Saints player, assisted by (Collins and Everett Stec). The was hampered by injuries during his high third Saints’ score of the half was unassisted. school career. “It was tough coming into the game because At that time in the game, the goal cut we had no knowledge of what this team was Mohawk’s lead in half. like,” Lamirande said of the opposition. “We took it too easy.” Still, there is a lot of time left to turn things around. It is just the second week of the regular season. “Our team personally wants to make play- offs,” Lamirande said. “It’s one of our biggest goals right now. I want to get my teammates From left to right, St. Mary’s boys soccer player Jack Lamirande, stands alongside his involved and get my other striker at least 30 mother, Kim, and father, Bill. Jack’s sister, Keira, holds up a sign recognizing the Saint’s points this season.” accomplishment. East Longmeadow 4, Westfield 0 saves) notched a shutout in one of the Saints Andrade (3 kills, 4 digs, 1 ace, 5 assists), East Longmeadow scored two goals in each most thoroughly convincing victories in Kaitlyn Haseltine (3 kills, 2 digs, 4 aces, 3 half en route to a road shutout at Westfield recent memory. assists,1 block), Emily Buchter (6 digs, 3 High, halting the Bombers’ run at two straight “In my four years of coaching the Lady aces), and Mia Pompi (4 digs) fueled a wins. Saints, as an assistant or head coach, I have Southwick victory. “The players executed our game plan … but never really seen us dominate a top opponent Southwick entered Monday’s contest, hav- it just didn’t work,” Westfield boys soccer more than we did today,” St. Mary’s girls soc- ing swept Pioneer Valley Christian 3-0 in their Andrew Joseph said. cer head coach Patrick Olearcek said. last contest. It was a stark contrast from Friday when Erin Olearcek and Chloe Lussier also got in Westfield shut out Palmer 2-0. In that game, on the act with one assist apiece. GOLF Jack Keeney and Shea Drugan scored one goal “From the very start of the game we were Westfield Technical Academy 23.5, apiece, their first varsity goals. Nichita Solopa focused on controlling the play, marking their Central 0.5 and Mike Grochowski assisted. Bombers’ top players and creating a plethora of scoring Westfield Technical Academy’s Trent Adam goalie Aiden VanOostveen (2 saves) recorded chances,” coach Olearcek said. “Every one of shot a 40 to lead all golfers at East Mountain a shutout. the 17 girls who played today contributed.” Country Club. Tigers’ Dave Romani posted a After the first three games of the season, St. Mary’s put forth a tremendous defensive round of 47. Westfield’s record now stands at 1-1-1. effort with stellar play from Macy Woodger, Westfield Technical Academy improved to Lussier, Olearcek, Audrey Burke, Paighton 2-1. Jack Fortier (4) keeps control of the ball GIRLS SOCCER Ramos, Jess Crosby, and Caroline Leahy. from an East Longmeadow defender. See St. Mary 5, Duggan Academy 0 Southwick 20.5, Chicopee 3.5 additional game photos Page 8. (Photo by Marc Allie Goodreau recorded a hat trick, Emma GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Matthew Garrity shot a match-best 38, and St.Onge) Goodreau had three points (2 goals, 1 assist) Southwick def. Ware Southwick (2-1) trounced Chicopee Edgewood and St. Mary’s goalie Amelia Willenborg (7 25-18, 25-20, 23-25, 25-18 Golf Course to improve to 1-1. Sarah Cerone (5 blocks, 5 kills, 1 dig, 3 Jesse Johnson finished with a 45 for aces), Alexandra Methe (1 assist, 4 digs, 3 Southwick. Rams’ Ben Cleland and Cameron aces), Jen Motsko (3 digs, 1 ace), Kayla Collins each had a 46.

St. Mary’s Jack Lamirande is all smiles after recording the 100th point of his high school St. Mary’s Nick Gregoire (19), right, battles Mohawk’s Oscar Cassin (19) for possession of career Monday against visiting Mohawk. (Photo by Chris Putz) the ball during Monday’s high school boys soccer contest at Westfield Intermediate School FIeld. (Photo by Chris Putz) Find the latest Westfield News sports coverage on PAGE 8 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS 2019 HS SPORTS FALL SCHEDULE *UPDATES REGULARLY

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Tues., Sept. 10 GOLF vs. Pope Francis, Tekoa Mon., Sept. 16 GOLF vs. East Longmeadow, Country Club, 3 p.m. V/JV BOYS SOCCER vs. Agawam, Tekoa Country Club, 3 p.m. V/JV BOYS SOCCER vs. 4 p.m. V/JV GIRLS SOCCER @ Northampton, 4 p.m. JV FOOTBALL @ Leominster, Longmeadow HS, 4 p.m. Doyle Field, 4 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY @ Agawam HS, 4 Fri., Sept. 13 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY vs. Greenfield, Tues., Sept. 17 JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. East 4 p.m. GOLF vs. Holyoke, Tekoa Country Longmeadow, 5 p.m. JV GIRLS SOCCER @ Chicopee Club, 3 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY @ Agawam Comp HS, 5 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY HS, 5:30 p.m. JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. West vs. Amherst-Pelham, Stanley Park, GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. East Springfield, 5 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Longmeadow, 6:15 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. Greenfield, FIELD HOCKEY @ South Hadley 5:30 p.m. HS, 4 p.m. Wed., Sept. 11 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. West JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. GOLF @ Belchertown, Cold Spring Springfield, 6:30 p.m. Minnechaug, 5 p.m. Country Club, 3 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER @ Chicopee JV FIELD HOCKEY @ South BOYS/GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY Comp HS, 7 p.m. Hadley HS, 5:30 p.m. @ Agawam, Robinson State Park, FOOTBALL vs. Leominster, Bullens GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. 3:45 p.m. Field, 7 p.m. Minnechaug, 6:15 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 12

Westfield’s Mike Grochowski (8) battles through East Longmeadow defenders at Monday’s SOUTHWICK HIGH SCHOOL game. (Photo by Marc St.Onge)

Tues., Sept. 10 p.m. 4 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY WHS vs. East Longmeadow Boys’ Soccer @ Hampshire Regional HS, 3:45 p.m. Mon., Sept. 16 Thurs., Sept. 19 GOLF vs. Franklin Tech, East GIRLS SOCCER @ McCann Tech GOLF @ Pathfinder, Cold Spring Mountain Country Club, 3 p.m. HS, 4 p.m. Country Club, 3 p.m. BOYS SOCCER @ McCann Tech GIRLS SOCCER vs. Hampden HS, 4 p.m. Tues., Sept. 17 Charter School of Science, 4 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY Thurs., Sept. 12 vs. Easthampton, Gateway, Westfield Fri., Sept. 20 GOLF @ Sabis, Veteran’s Golf Technical Academy @ Greenfield, BOYS SOCCER vs. Putnam, 4 Course, 3 p.m. Highland Pond, 3:45 p.m. p.m. BOYS SOCCER vs. Hampden BOYS SOCCER @ Commerce HS, Charter School of Science, 4 p.m. 4 p.m. Mon., Sept. 23 GIRLS SOCCER @ Sci-Tech, Fri., Sept. 13 Wed., Sept. 18 Berte Field (Central HS), 4 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER vs. St. Mary, 4 BOYS SOCCER vs. Renaissance,

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Tues., Sept. 10 Mon., Sept. 16 GOLF @ Turners Falls, Thomas GIRLS SOCCER @ Sci-Tech, Fri., Sept. 20 Memorial Golf Course, 3 p.m. Berte Field (Central HS), 6 p.m. GOLF vs. Ware, Tekoa Country BOYS SOCCER vs. Smith Voke, Club, 3 p.m. Westfield Intermediate School Field, Tues., Sept. 17 BOYS SOCCER vs. Hampden 4 p.m. GOLF @ Monson, Quaboag Charter School of Science, Westfield Country Club, 3 p.m. Intermediate School Field, 4 p.m. Wed., Sept. 11 BOYS SOCCER @ Duggan GIRLS SOCCER @ Commerce Academy, Tree Top Park, 4 p.m. Mon., Sept. 23 HS, 4 p.m. BOYS SOCCER @ Monson, Wed., Sept. 18 Moriarty Field (Granite Valley Middle Thurs., Sept. 12 GIRLS SOCCER @ Franklin Tech School), 4 p.m. GOLF vs. Greenfield, Tekoa HS, 4 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER vs. Pathfinder, Country Club, 3 p.m. Westfield Intermediate School Field, BOYS SOCCER @ Commerce HS, Thurs., Sept. 19 4 p.m. 4 p.m. GOLF @ Smith Academy, Country Zach Edelson (11) threads the needle between defenders. (Photo by Marc St.Onge) Club of Greenfield, 3 p.m. Tues., Sept. 24 Fri., Sept. 13 GIRLS SOCCER vs. McCann Tech, BOYS SOCCER @ Pioneer Valley GIRLS SOCCER @ Westfield Westfield Intermediate School Field, Christian School, 4 p.m. Technical Academy HS, 4 p.m. 4 p.m.

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Tues., Sept. 10 JV GIRLS SOCCER vs. Trail Regional HS, 5:30 p.m. BOYS SOCCER @ Frontier, Hampshire, 4 p.m. Herlihy Field, 3:30 p.m. FIELD HOCKEY @ Holyoke, Tues., Sept. 17 JV BOYS SOCCER @ Frontier, Roberts’ Sports Complex, 6 p.m. JV GIRLS SOCCER @ Chicopee Sunderland Recreation Field, HS, 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Fri., Sept. 13 GIRLS SOCCER @ Chicopee HS, BOYS/GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY BOYS SOCCER vs. Hampshire, 5:30 p.m. vs. Gateway, Palmer, 3:45 p.m. 4 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER vs. Granby Jr./Sr., JV BOYS SOCCER vs. Hampshire, Tues., Sept. 18 4 p.m. 4 p.m. BOYS SOCCER @ Monson, FIELD HOCKEY vs. Turners Falls, JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. Moriarty Field (Granite Valley Middle 4 p.m. Holyoke, 4:30 p.m. School), 3:30 p.m. JV GIRLS SOCCER vs. Granby Jr./ GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. Holyoke, FIELD HOCKEY vs. Mahar, 4 p.m. Sr. HS, 4 p.m. 5 p.m. JV BOYS SOCCER @ Monson JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. Turners HS, 4 p.m. Falls, 5:30 p.m. Mon., Sept. 16 JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ Smith BOYS SOCCER vs. Pope Francis Voke HS, 4 p.m. Wed., Sept. 11 HS, 4 p.m. GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ Smith JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ Central FIELD HOCKEY @ Mohawk Trail Voke HS, 5 p.m. HS, 4 p.m. Regional HS, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY vs. Mahar, GIRLS VOLLEYBALL @ Central JV BOYS SOCCER @ Pope 5:30 p.m. HS, 5 p.m. Francis HS, 4 p.m. JV GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. Sci- Wed., Sept. 19 Tech, 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY @ TBD, 4 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 12 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL vs. Sci-Tech, JV GIRLS SOCCER @ Holyoke, GIRLS SOCCER vs. Hampshire, 5 p.m. Roberts’ Sports Complex, 4:30 p.m. 4 p.m. JV FIELD HOCKEY @ Mohawk GIRLS SOCCER @ Holyoke,

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019: This year, you open up to more ideas -- and sometimes confusion. You see a benefit in different stances. If single, you could hook up with a unique type of individual. Do not push. Let this bond build. Only you know if it is right. If you’re attached, your easy way of incorporating DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker your sweetie’s ideas might surprise him or her. You build a stronger bond. Trust grows. AQUARIUS knows how to uproot you and force you to regroup. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19)  The confusion you might experience has a lot to do with how you process information. You might not want to clarify, but if you don’t, you could find yourself sniveling away. Confirm appoint- SCARY GARY Mark Buford ments and places. Tonight: Touch base with your sense of humor. 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You could easily be talked into something another person judges to be a B.C. Mastroianni and Hart good idea. Give yourself time to check out the variables before making your own decision. Tonight: A boss acts in the most unexpected manner. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  You seem more vibrant and interested in a long-term project. You might not be getting all the information you need just yet. A party who’s experienced with this type of idea surprises you with his or her feedback. Tonight: Off to the gym, in between errands and discus- sion. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Defer to others, especially if they’re involved in an idea that could ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie affect your work. A matter in your daily life might be different. Get involved! A partner expresses unusual ideas. Tonight: Meet up with a friend. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  Defer to others, knowing they will reveal and demonstrate what they are considering far more than they can verbal- ize. A partner could stun you with a decision or his or her words or follow-through. Step back. Tonight: Head home. Lighten up the moment. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  You are likely to speak your mind. Don’t be surprised at an adverse ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett response. Understand what is going on with a friend or associate. This person tries to explain where he or she is coming from. For now, don’t make a judgment. Tonight: Meet up with a friend. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)  Be aware of the financial implications of your words. Slow down and listen to what others share. You might not like their ideas; make that OK. Go off and do your thing. Chaos infiltrates com- munication. Confirm what you hear as Cryptoquip well as meeting times and places. Tonight: Balance your budget. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe  You draw others close. However, some of the associates coming toward you could cause problems. Listen to a friend who has substantial money savvy. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Tonight: Whatever knocks your socks off. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  You might add some confusion to the moment. Others don’t seem to get your ideas or the meanings behind your words. Verify what is shared with you. Try to take some time off to pursue a personal project. Tonight: Get some extra R and R. PAGE 10 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Dear Annie September 10, 2019 September 3, 10, 2019 September 10, 2019 By ANNIE LANE Commonwealth of City of Westfield Legal Notice Massachusetts Planning Board Auction Notice: The Trial Court NOTICE OF PUBLIC Probate and Family Court HEARING Bert Hill Moving & Storage. Sale for non-payment of storage Hampden Probate and The Westfield Planning Board charges by virtue of the right Preparing Questions for Long Visits Family Court will conduct a Public Hearing on granted by statute (The Mas- Dear Annie: Finding topics of conversation can often be difficult during long visits. Since 50 State Street September 17, 2019, at 7:00 sachusetts Uniform Commercial “Grinding My Teeth” feels that this may be the last time she and her husband will visit with these Springfield, MA 01103 P.M. in City Council Chambers, Code). The following properties 413-748-7758 Municipal Building, 59 Court St., will be sold at Public Auction on in-laws, why not take this opportunity to encourage these people to talk about their lives? Westfield, MA on the application October 7, 2019 online at: When they arrive, ask the in-laws if they would be willing to talk about memories from their Docket No. HD19C0281CA of Bent Tree Development LLC younger years. The internet is full of suggestions of questions that will stimulate memories, so do a for a Special Permit/Site Plan/ www. bit of research and type up a sheet of questions, maybe 30 or so, enough to have a question for each CITATION ON Stormwater Management Per- storageauctionsolutions.com PETITION TO CHANGE NAME mit per Zoning Ord. Sec. 3- day. Everyone who has lived on this planet for a number of years has many stories to tell. 70.4(4), 6-10.1 & 4-110 to allow at 10:30am, expiring October 14, Too often we never get around to asking the meaningful questions before it is too late. Writing this In the matter of: for a multifamily development 2019 at 1pm. All household letter has inspired me to write up a sheet of questions I now wish I had readily available when my Karen Marie Tolio (18 units) at 111 Union St., goods held for Mike & Diana zoned Residence C. The applic- Hull. Tenants may claim their difficult mother-in-law would visit my family for 6 months at a time. -- Curious About Peoples’ Pasts ation is available for public in- Dear Curious About Peoples’ Pasts: I love the suggestion of turning something that could seem A Petition to Change Name of merchandise up to the time of Adult has been filed by spection at the Planning Office sale by paying their just debts like a chore into a learning experience. We are never too old to learn new things and in listening to and at www.cityofwestfield.org/ and vacate the premises. peoples’ stories we can learn a great deal about them in the present. What a beautiful suggestion. Karen Marie Trolio applications Dear Annie: I am 65 and a retired attorney, and I read your column every day in our local paper. 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City of Westfield BARDENFAMILYORCHARD, HORSE BACK N. SCITUATE, RI needs 1 tem- PENNYSAVER ROUTE DISPATCHER RIDER WANTED: Town of Granby, CT PENNYSAVER ROUTE porary worker 9/1/2019 to DRIVER: STRAIN FAMILY DRIVER: 11/1/2019, tools, supplies, City of Westfield seeks quali- HORSE FARM Maintainer II equipment provided without cost The Westfield News/Re- fied applicants for Emer- hiring experienced rider The Westfield News to worker. Housing will be avail- minders Publishing has gency Telecommunication Full time position. Performs semi-skilled and able without cost to worker who Dispatcher for the Public Group has positions cannot reasonably return to their positions open on our Must be able to ride English skilled work in the construc- Pennysaver delivery Safety Department. For more and Western well. tion, installation, repair and open on our weekend permanent residence at end of information including a com- maintenance of roads, work day. Transportation reim- team. We are looking for plete job description, closing Pennysaver delivery (860)653-3275 bridges, parks, grounds and bursement and subsistence is responsible, motivated dates and application inform- facilities; Duties include plow- team. We are looking for provided upon completion of 15 adults with reliable trans- ation, log onto: days or 50% of work contract. portation for Westfield ing snow, sanding roads, op- responsible, motivated Work is guaranteed for 3/4 of the erating power equipment and adults with reliable trans- and Southwick. Candid- www.cityofwestfield.org workdays during the contract ates must be team play- performing heavy physical period. Worker is not required to JOB OPPORTUNITY labor. portation. Candidates ers who are able to fol- AA/EOE (M/F/H/V) must be team players work extra hours offered. $13.25 Busy coating, distribution fa- per hr. Apply to RI Department low directions and cility seeks ambitious per- Valid CDL Required. who are able to follow of Labor Maria Pilon 401-462- provide good customer sons to join our team and directions and provide 8828, or at the nearest local of- service. Applications are FARM WORKER participate in all aspects of Applications and job descrip- good customer service. fice of the SWA. Job order available at The West- Strain Family Horse Farm order processing and ma- tions may be obtained at: #832141 Harvest, horticultural, field News/Reminders chine operation no experi- www.granby-ct.gov Applications are avail- tree-fruit only crop worker will Publishing on 62 School Jobs include feeding, stall ence necessary, just a good able at The Westfield perform tasks including soil pre- St, Westfield, MA. cleaning, general farm attitude. Extremely clean Applications will be accepted paration, planting, pruning, maintenance. Some horse working environment and ex- until 12:30 p.m. on News Group office on 62 weeding, thinning, harvesting, experience needed. cellent benefits. September 13, 2019. School St, Westfield, heavy lifting, and minimal farm MA. machine operation. No packing Call 860-653-3275 Send information to: or retail work. Will use hand PETS [email protected] tools and ladders. One month experience required in duties lis- ted.

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