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VOL. 86 NO. 151 $1.00 TUESDAY,TUESDAY, JUNEJUNE 27, 8, 20172021 VOL. 75 cents 90 NO. 133 Council accepts gift, reappoints Planning Board members By AMY PORTER Staff Writer WESTFIELD – The City Council accepted a gift donation of $1,000 to the Police Department DARE Account from the family of Anthony “Tony” Amanti, who passed away on April 24, 2021. Ward 3 Councilor Ralph J. Figs said that Amanti was a longstanding member of the community and a large benefactor. With his passing, the police pro- vided an escort to the family to circle Advance Manufacturing, the company Amanti founded, on the way to the cemetery so he could go to work one more time. The gift was a token of appreciation from the family to the police. “Every single charitable cause in this community, every public building that was built for a charitable cause has Tony’s name on it, the Amanti name on it, and Advance Manufacturing’s name on it. An exam- ple of someone who lived the American dream and gave back to their community — Tony Amanti was a living example of that,” said At-large Councilor Richard K. Sullivan Jr. At-large Councilor James R. Adams said the pro- Westfield High School 2021 Graduation cession was a way for the people who work at Advance Manufacturing to say goodbye to him. It’s air time for caps as graduation is declared during Westfield High School’s 2021 graduation ceremony. See additional “This is something the police department does photos Page 3. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) every day and it doesn’t go unnoticed,” he said, thanking them and the Amanti family for everything they have done for the city. “The Amanti family has always been there for us, and has done so much for us over the years,” said Interim university president reflects on a challenging year Police Capt. Jerome Pitoniak during the meeting. By PETER CURRIER to-face, as most people had been before COVID-19 forced most Reappointments to the Planning Board were also Staff Writer aspects of work and life to be moved online. When isolation from on the agenda, brought forward by Personnel Action WESTFIELD – Interim Westfield State President Dr. Roy H. other people became the norm, Zoom became the platform to con- Committee chair Cindy C. Harris. She said all of Saigo knew when he took on the job that he would have to con- nect with friends, family, and colleagues. the reappointments were supported by City Planner tend with a global pandemic while standing in as the head of a “We did adjust quite a bit from face to face to pretty much 100% Jay Vinskey. state university for a year. zoom,” said Saigo. Bernard Puza was reappointed until February After the retirement of former Westfield State President Dr. Saigo lived on the Westfield State campus in New Hall for a 2026. Harris said Puza is employed by Anderson Ramon S. Torrecilha last July, Saigo took the reins for a year couple of months, as other presidents of the university have done Corp. as a territory sales representative working while Westfield State searched for a long term president. Saigo in the past. He said he used that time to try to get to know some with architects and builders on projects for local had led universities in the past, but when he took on the Westfield of the students, faculty, and staff. He ended up developing “a lumbers yards. Previously he worked for 17 years State job as interim president, he did so at the beginning of what wonderful relationship with many of the students.” with Servistar Corp. Puza is part of the National would become the most difficult year in modern educational his- Throughout the pandemic, the general isolation and subsequent Association of Homebuilders, among others, and he tory. reliance on video calls was typically considered to be frustrating is a Certified Green Professional. He was first “Well, it was certainly very different. It was not business as and an unnatural way for humans to socialize. Saigo at first appointed as an alternate member to the Planning usual,” said Saigo. thought he would feel the same way, but he said he developed a Board in 2017. Saigo, 80, was more accustomed to working with people face- different perspective after some time. Ward 6 Councilor William Onyski said all of the “It was strange because I was thinking, face to face we became planning board members take their job seriously. friends by having meals, getting to know each other, seeing each “They are very sincere and dedicated to the city, and other,” said Saigo, “I found that Zoom was even more intimate.” make very difficult decisions based on the laws and Working from home via Zoom allowed people to see at least a regulations. It’s a thankless job, and I thank all four small part of their colleague’s homes and families. Saigo said that candidates for reappointment,” he said. he would be meeting with student government association leaders “I agree 100 percent. I believe this is one of the via Zoom while they were in their homes when a family member boards that we should be re-evaluating compensa- would casually walk by in the background. He said he would have tion for. I believe they’re grossly underpaid for what people’s family members come to the computer to introduce they do and the hours they put in,” said At-large themselves to the rest of the call. Councilor Dave Flaherty. He described one Zoom meeting in which a woman’s five-year- “They do an extensive amount of work on a old daughter walked by, and he asked if he could say hello to her. myriad of issues, plus evaluate sites year-round in He said they gave each other a high-five through the screens, and all kinds of weather. There are tough decisions that she later sent him a stick figure drawing. This interaction would have to be made to follow the law. They all do an never have happened in a world that wasn’t relying on video calls. exceptional job,” agreed At-large Councilor Dan “I learned that I can adjust in my late age. A lot of people say Allie. old dogs can’t learn new trucks, but I learned all kinds of new Also reappointed was Robert Goyette, Jr., until Westfield State University Interim President, Roy Saigo, July February, 2025. Harris said Goyette is the Ward 5 2020. (WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY PHOTO) See Challenging Year, Page 3 See Council, Page 3 Ch 15 program focuses on eating healthier foods By LORI SZEPELAK “Thankfully, we know that consistently Correspondent making healthy food choices and exercis- WESTFIELD — As more friends and ing on a regular basis can have a positive families gather together to enjoy each oth- impact on lowering that risk,” she said. er’s company – especially during the sum- Giffune added that learning about sourc- mer – creating a healthy eating plan bene- es of heart healthy fats, and understanding fits everyone, according to Jennifer how much to eat, will be a benefit to every- Giffune, RDN. one. “Heart healthy eating is good for every- “The earlier you institute healthy habits, one, regardless of diabetes status,” said the greater your chances to stave off and/or Giffune, a licensed nutritionist and regis- avoid disease,” she said. tered dietitian, who facilitates “Diabetes Giffune will explore how lean meats Dialogue” on cable Channel 15 and 89.5 such as chicken, turkey and non-meat pro- FM WSKB radio on the third Wednesday teins such as tofu and hamburger alterna- of the month. tives like the “Impossible Burger” are Giffune’s segment is featured during “great ways” to lower saturated fat at a Westfield Council on Aging executive picnic or gathering. director Tina Gorman’s regularly sched- “Saturated fat is the type of fat that raises uled “Wake Up Wednesday” show. your cholesterol,” she said. “Adding grilled Participants may call the studio during veggies brushed with a heart healthy fat the program at (413) 642-9039 or ask ques- Jennifer Giffune, RDN, will discuss how such as olive oil is a good lifestyle change.” tions in advance via a voicemail to Gorman to manage one’s “good” and “bad” cho- Giffune said her presentation will also at (413) 562-6435 or an email to t.gor- lesterol levels this month on Channel 15. explain how meals can be complemented [email protected]. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) with whole grains including brown rice This month’s show on June 16 at 7:05 and whole wheat bread products. a.m. on Channel 15 will delve into Omega “The higher your total cholesterol and “It’s okay to have a small dessert,” she 3 rich foods, non-meat sources of protein, LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol), the said, adding, “try splitting one with some- herbs and spices, soluble fiber, and foods greater your risk for a heart attack or one or just go for something healthier like rich in sterols/stanols. stroke.” a fruit salad.” The City Council accepted a gift for the Police “Heart disease is the leading cause of Giffune noted that “all people” are at Department from the family of Anthony “Tony” death in the ,” said Giffune. risk of heart disease. See Eating Healthier Food, Page 3 Amanti. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS FILE PHOTO) PAGE 2 - TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

KEVIN RHODES JANET DACAL CAROLYN KUAN MARK H. DOLD RENT Arts Beat By MARK G. AUERBACH staged The Call and A Doll’s House Part 2 for Great Barrington, which features new works demic reboot, and the tour returns to The Correspondent TheaterWorks and Bye Bye Birdie, directd. starring many familiar faces. Dad by Mark St. Bushnell on Nov. 5-7. The Tony Award and The Musicians of the Springfield Janet Dacal, currently starring in the national Germain opens the season on June 24, starring Pulitzer Prize winner, adapted from Puccini’s Symphony Orchestra, MOSSO, will appear tour of The Band’s Visit, an alum of Barrington Stage favorites Mark H. Dold and La Boheme, is best known for its anthem, on the steps of Springfield Symphony Hall on Thompson’s production of Bye Bye Birdie at Peggy Pharr Wilson. Anne Undeland’s Mr. “Seasons of Love”. For details: www.bush- June 12 at noon to support the continuation of Goodspeed, and an award-winner for In The Fullerton opens July 21. David Mamet’s The nell.org. live symphonic music in Springfield. MOSSO Heights, heads the cast. Moonlighters is Christopher Boy’s Communion has its East Gridlock, a new play set in Western will offer a short concert. The SSO has not described as a futuristic, workplace story cen- Coast premiere beginning July 29, with Massachusetts by Ellen Meeropol, and direct- performed in Symphony Hall since March, tering a female friendship, full of cariño. For Berkshire Theatre Group’s David Adkins and ed by Jan Msher, gets a staged reading on June 2020, and according to MOSSO, there is no details: www.twhartford.org. Kiera Naighton co-starring. The theatre will 11, under the auspices of Silverthorne Theater season planned for 2021-22, no Executive The Hartford Symphony Orchestra has also present its Wet Ink series of new plays, Company and LAVA in Greenfield. Gridlock Director in place, no contractual agreement in announced its ambitious Masterworks Series, including Treat Williams performing his solo tackles climate change and radical activism, as place with Maestro Kevin Rhodes, and no which brings classical music to The Bushnell’s palsy about Ulysses S. Grant, and a new palsy, two sisters reunite after a fifty year separation. agreement with the musicians. For details: Belding Theatre next season. Maestra Carolyn The Queen of Fenway Court, about the muse- Seating is limited, and social distancing is www.springfieldsymphonymusicians.com Kuan returns to the podium, for programs um founder Isabella Stewart Gardner. For required, but the reading will also be screened Kevin Rhodes returns to Milan’s famous La which launch in October. Some of the program details: https://www.greatbarringtonpublicthe- on Silverthorne’s YouTube page. For details: Scala to conduct a program of four ballets highlights include: Beethoven’s Symphony ater.org/ www.silverthornetheater.org./ including the premieres of Verdi Suite, Canon No. 7 (Oct. 1-3); a Bernstein and Copland The Tony Awards, long-postponed, are ——— in D Major, and Movements to Stravinsky. program (Nov. 5-7); music of Tchaikovsky scheduled for broadcast on CBS on Sept. 26. Mark G. Auerbach studied theatre at The repertory program will be performed and Grieg (Dec. 3-5); Dvorak’s From The This ceremony covers the previously nomi- American University and The Yale School of beginning June 9. For details: https://www. New World (Jan. 1-16); selections from nated shadows, actors, and creatives from the Drama. He has worked for arts organizations teatroallascala.org/en/season/2020-2021/bal- Carmen and The Firebird Suite (Feb. 11-13) 2019-20 season, cut short by the pandemic. nationwide and reported on the arts for print let/four-choreographers-soiree.html and more. Masks and social distancing will be There was no 2020-21 season on Broadway and broadcast. Mark produces and hosts Moonlighters, Cin Martinez’s new play required. For details: www.hartfordsymphony. Rent, the blockbuster Jonathan Larson ArtsBeat, Athenaeum Spotlight and On The will be streamed on demand by TheaterWorks org. musical, played Hartford’s Bushnell just after Mark for WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB, Hartford June 6-25, as part of the theatre’s The Great Barrington Public Theatre has its 25th anniversary in 2019. The 25th and he’s a regular contributor to WORKShop Series. Jenn Thompson, who announced its 2021 season at Simon’s Rock in Anniversary Farewell is getting a post-pan- Pioneer Valley Radio. Police Logs Court Logs Major crime and incident report Westfield, was held in lieu of $5,000 cash bail pend- Westfield District Court Tuesday, June 1, 2021 ing a June 30 hearing after he was arraigned on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 charges of leaving the scene of personal injury, oper- Westfield Alvin Suliveres, 58, of 3 Jefferson St., 2nd. Flr., ating an uninsured motor vehicle, operating an 2:22 a.m.: accident, Southampton Road, a patrol officer reports that a motor Westfield, was held without right to bail pending a unregistered motor vehicle, operating a motor vehi- vehicle struck a state vehicle, the responding ambulance reports that one person June 4 dangerousness hearing after he was arraigned cle with suspended registration, operating a motor was transported to Baystate Noble Hospital, the responding officer reports that on charges of assault and battery on a family or vehicle without a valid inspection sticker and a pass- a tow truck was requested to remove one of the vehicles from the scene; household member and strangulation or suffocation ing violation brought by Westfield police. 7:52 a.m.: traffic complaint, Southampton Road, multiple callers report that brought by Westfield police. 18, of 15 Taylor St., traffic is backing up because a set of Southampton Road traffic lights will only Gamaliel Nazarrio, Crystal L. Therrien, 42, of 42 Sycamore St., Springfield, was released on his personal recogni- turn green for a short period of time before switching back to red, dispatch Springfield, was held in lieu of $50 cash bail pending zance pending an Aug. 26 hearing after he was reports that the Department of Transportation would respond to fix the lights, the a June 3 hearing after she was arraigned on two arraigned on charges of assault and battery and lar- responding officer reports that they would attempt to alleviate traffic in the charges of possession of a Class A brought by ceny of property valued less than $1,200 brought by meantime; the Hampden County District Attorney. Westfield police. 10:06 a.m.: larceny, Atwater Street, a caller reports that some packages were Ronald P. Skroczky, 53, of 26 School St., Apt. 4, 38, of 223 Reservoir Ave., stolen off his front porch and that he saw a female party take them before getting Kayla E. Babski, Westfield, was released on his personal recognizance Westfield, was released on her personal recogni- into a motor vehicle and leaving the scene, the responding officer reports that an (with pretrial conditions) pending an Aug. 26 hearing zance pending an Aug. 4 hearing after she was area search turned up negative; after he was arraigned on charges of assault with a arraigned on charges of disorderly conduct, resisting 4:16 p.m.: vandalism, Jefferson Street, a caller reports that he left his vehicle dangerous , assault and battery on a family or arrest, operating a motor vehicle while under the parked in a Jefferson Street lot over the weekend and returned to find his tires household member and resisting arrest brought by influence of liquor and child endangerment while and car battery stolen and his doors unlocked, the responding officer filed an Westfield police. operating a motor vehicle under the influence of incident report. Justin M. Welch, 33, of 135 Springdale Road, liquor brought by Westfield police.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Tues., June 8, 2021 is the 159th day of the year. 206 days remain until the end of the year

from a Union assault on the James er, Danny Kaye, Fredric March, Ut moments later while the young 2009 – Two American journalists ON THIS DAY Peninsula led by General George John Garfield, Paul Muni and Ed- girl is seen running down a road, in are found guilty of illegally entering B. McClellan. ward G. Robinson are named in what would become an iconic, Pulit- North Korea and sentenced to 12 218 – Battle of Antioch: With the 1867 – Coronation of Franz Jo- an FBI report as Communist Party zer Prize-winning photo. years of penal labour. support of the Syrian legions, El- seph as King of Hungary following members. 1982 – Bluff Cove Air Attacks during 2014 – At least 28 people are killed agabalus defeats the forces of em- the Austro-Hungarian compromise 1949 – George Orwell’s Nineteen the Falklands : Fifty-six British in an attack at Jinnah International peror Macrinus. (Ausgleich). Eighty-Four is published. servicemen are killed by an Argen- Airport, Karachi, Pakistan. 793 – Vikings raid the abbey at 1887 – Herman Hollerith applies for 1953 – An F5 tornado hits Beecher, tine air attack on two landing ships, Lindisfarne in Northumbria, com- US patent #395,781 for the ‘Art of Michigan, killing 116, injuring 844, RFA Sir Galahad and RFA Sir Tris- monly accepted as the beginning of Compiling Statistics’, which was his and destroying 340 homes. tram. Norse activity in the British Isles. punched card calculator. 1953 – The United States Supreme 1984 – Homosexuality is declared TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS 1042 – Edward the Confessor be- 1906 – Theodore Roosevelt signs Court rules in District of Columbia v. legal in the Australian state of New comes King of - the coun- 1947 – Sara Paretsky, American the Antiquities Act into law, authoriz- John R. Thompson Co. that restau- South . author try’s penultimate Anglo-Saxon king. ing the President to restrict the use rants in Washington, D.C., cannot 1987 – New Zealand’s Labour 1191 – Richard I arrives in Acre, be- of certain parcels of public land with refuse to serve black patrons. government establishes a national 1947 – Eric F. Wieschaus, Ameri- ginning his crusade. historical or conservation value. 1959 – USS Barbero and the Unit- nuclear-free zone under the New can biologist, geneticist, and aca- 1663 – Portuguese victory at the 1912 – Carl Laemmle incorporates ed States Postal Service attempt Zealand Nuclear Free Zone, Dis- demic Nobel Prize laureate Battle of Ameixial ensures Portu- Universal Pictures. the delivery of mail via Missile Mail. armament, and Arms Control Act 1949 – Emanuel Ax, Polish-Amer- gal’s independence from Spain. 1918 – A solar eclipse is observed 1966 – An F-104 Starfighter col- 1987. ican pianist and educator 1776 – American Revolutionary at Baker City, Oregon by scientists lides with XB-70 Valkyrie prototype 1992 – The first World Oceans Day 1950 – Kathy Baker, American War: American attackers are driven and an artist hired by the United no. 2, destroying both aircraft dur- is celebrated, coinciding with the actress back at the Battle of Trois-Rivières. States Navy. ing a photo shoot near Edwards Earth Summit held in Rio de Ja- 1955 – Griffin Dunne, American 1783 – Laki, a volcano in Iceland, 1928 – Second Northern Expedi- Air Force Base. Joseph A. Walker, neiro, . actor, director, and producer begins an eight-month eruption tion: The National Revolutionary a NASA test pilot, and Carl Cross, 1995 – Downed U.S. Air Force pilot 1957 – Scott Adams, American which kills over 9,000 people and Army captures Peking, whose a United States Air Force test pilot, Captain Scott O’Grady is rescued author and illustrator starts a seven-year famine. name is changed to Beijing (“North- are both killed. by U.S. Marines in Bosnia. 1957 – Don Robinson, American 1789 – James Madison introduces ern Capital”). 1966 – Topeka, Kansas, is devas- 2001 – Mamoru Takuma kills eight player and politician twelve proposed amendments to 1929 – Margaret Bondfield is ap- tated by a tornado that registers as and injures 15 in a mass at the United States Constitution in 1961 – Mary Bonauto, American pointed Minister of Labour. She is an “F5” on the Fujita scale: The first an elementary school in the Osaka lawyer and gay rights activist Congress. the first woman appointed to the to exceed US$100 million in dam- Prefecture of . 1794 – Robespierre inaugurates 1963 – Karen Kingsbury, Ameri- Cabinet of the United Kingdom. ages. Sixteen people are killed, 2004 – The first Venus Transit in can journalist and author the French Revolution’s new state 1940 – World War II: The comple- hundreds more injured, and thou- well over a century takes place, the religion, the Cult of the Supreme tion of Operation Alphabet, the sands of homes damaged or de- previous one being in 1882. 1964 – Butch Reynolds, Ameri- Being, with large organized festi- evacuation of Allied forces from stroyed. 2007 – Newcastle, New South can runner and coach vals all across France. Narvik at the end of the Norwegian 1966 – The National Football Wales, , is hit by the 1965 – Kevin Farley, American 1856 – A group of 194 Pitcairn Is- Campaign. League and State’s worst storms and flooding screenwriter landers, descendants of the mu- 1941 – World War II: The Allies League announced a merger effec- in 30 years resulting in the death of 1971 – Mark Feuerstein, Ameri- tineers of HMS Bounty, arrives at commence the Syria–Lebanon tive in 1970. nine people and the grounding of a can actor, director, and producer Norfolk Island, commencing the Campaign against the possessions 1967 – Six-Day War: The USS Lib- trade ship, the MV Pasha Bulker. 1977 – Kanye West, American Third Settlement of the Island. of Vichy France in the Levant. erty incident occurs, killing 34 and 2008 – At least 37 miners go miss- rapper, producer, director, and 1861 – American Civil War: Tennes- 1942 – World War II: The Japanese wounding 171. ing after an explosion in a Ukrainian fashion designer see secedes from the Union. imperial submarines I-21 and I-24 1972 – Vietnam War: Nine-year-old coal mine causes it to collapse. 1981 – Rachel Held Evans, Amer- 1862 – American Civil War: Battle shell the Australian cities of Sydney Phan Thị Kim Phúc is burned by 2008 – At least seven people are ican Christian author (d. 2019) of Cross Keys: Confederate forces and Newcastle. napalm, an event captured by As- killed and ten injured in a stabbing 1986 – Keith Gill, American finan- under General Stonewall Jackson 1949 – Helen Keller, Dorothy Park- sociated Press photographer Nick spree in , Japan. save the Army of Northern Virginia cial analyst and investor THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 - PAGE 3

Westfield High School 2021 Graduation Westfield High Principal Charles Jendrysik gives the wel- Westfield High seniors listen to speeches during Westfield High School’s 2021 graduation ceremony. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE coming address. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) WESTFIELD NEWS)

Instrumental Music Director Patrick Kennedy leads the WHS band for the graduation processional march. (MARC Alex Maggipinto is flanked by dad Max and brother Steve. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS)

Challenging Year Council Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 tricks,” said Saigo, “Technology is something new, but we again, but it ultimately was not necessary. representative, and was first appointed in 2016. He is president all adjusted. I have made lifelong friends through Zoom and a “We had a threshold number where we would have to make and owner of Heritage Homes, Inc., and has 30 plus years expe- few emails and phone calls.” a decision. We tested students every other week in the fall. We rience in the construction field. A lifelong resident of Westfield, One of the challenging moment’s of Saigo’s tenure as increased it in the spring to every week,” said Saigo, “I think Goyette has also served on the Airport Commission, the board of interim president was in November. The third U.S. wave of the students were very attuned to our concerns. They all came the Boys & Girls Club, and coached Parks & Recreation basket- COVID-19 was just beginning to sweep across the country, to the realization that they had to monitor themselves as well ball for years. and case counts were beginning to rise locally, including on as their families. The testing reinforced that.” Cheryl Crowe was reappointed as a member of the planning campus. Lansdowne Place, the downtown university apartment Saigo had already attempted to retire twice in the past before board until February, 2022. Harris said Crowe was initially building that was used to quarantine students, rapidly became taking the Westfield State position. When Dr. Linda Thompson appointed in 2016, and before that served as an alternate mem- full. was selected as the next permanent Westfield State University ber. Crowe served the U.S. Air Force from 1983 to 1992 with Saigo made the decision to shut down all in-person activities president, Saigo joked that his wife, Barbara, would have to commendation medals. She has warehouse and retail experience, and is active in Hampton Ponds Association, and serves and classes and close the campus just before Thanksgiving, a find someone to “de-program” him so that he does not feel the ArtWorks as treasurer and event coordinator. She is the co-chair decision that did not come lightly. urge to go back to work. As of now, he already has retirement of the planning board. “The main concern was the safety of our students and, of plans to keep him occupied. Also reappointed was John Bowen until February, 2025. course, their families,” said Saigo, “I knew they would have “We are already looking forward to camping in eastern Harris said Bowen was first appointed in July 2017 as an alter- vulnerable parents and grandparents. We had to make that Oregon on the coast and going fishing,” said Saigo. nate, and became the Ward 1 representative in 2018. He also decision.” Saigo said he feels good about what he is leaving behind for serves as board representative on the Pioneer Valley Planning When students returned to campus for the Spring 2021 future students. Commission and Community Preservation Commission. He semester, Saigo and his administration used that moment and “I leave feeling very good about the friendships we have previously owned AlarmCo Security in Westfield, which merged the lessons learned from it to keep the campus safer and avoid made, the safety we have created and moving the institution with Mobius Works and then became Integrated IT. He currently another campus shut down. A contingency plan was in place forward,” said Saigo, “I think we are leaving the institution in is sales manager at Integrated IT. Harris said it’s very important for if the COVID-19 infection rate climbed out of control good hands for the future.” to Bowen that Westfield remains a great city for families and for businesses to survive. Eating Healthier Foods Continued from Page 1 While Giffune’s monthly program centers on diabetes awareness, she encourages all area residents to visit websites including the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association for healthy recipes for family meals and every day eat- ing. “The eating plan for managing diabetes is a balanced healthy eating plan that focuses on lean protein, heart healthy fat, high fiber from whole grains, fruits and vegetables,” she said. “It is a plan that also recommends low-fat dairy, low sodium, adequate hydration and portion control.” Giffune added that having a plan encourages weight loss to a healthy body weight and then weight maintenance. Garth! “So, it is a healthy eating plan for most people whether they have diabetes or not,” she said. For area residents who do not have access to Channel 15, Giffune’s presentation can be viewed by visiting www.cityofwest- Love, Mom field.org, and under “Community,” click on Community Access TV, CH 15 Live Stream.

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PAGE 4 - TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS COMMENT Payments totaling $109M going out to shortchanged cities By COLIN A. YOUNG State House news Service - After being thrust into the middle of a spat between legislative Democrats and Gov. Charlie Baker, four cities that were hit hard by the pandemic but shortchanged on federal relief funding will get a cumulative $109 million on Friday, the governor's office announced. Chelsea, Everett, Methuen and Randolph were all due to get disproportionately less American Rescue Plan Act aid than other similar cities due to the way a federal funding formula was applied. Baker in March pledged to deliver at least $100 million in aid to those cities and said Friday the money will come from the pool of almost $5.3 billion in ARPA aid to the state that had arrived in mid-May. Chelsea will get $28.5 million, Everett will receive $33.3 million, Methuen will get $26.3 million and Randolph will receive $21 million, the governor's office said. Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito said the administration "was pleased to work directly with local officials in these communities to deliver this fund- ing." Baker was planning to announce the distribution of the money during a stop in Chelsea on Wednesday but held off when House Speaker Ronald Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka on Tuesday announced plans to redirect all $5.3 billion of the state's ARPA money to a separate fund that the Legislature has greater control of without mentioning aid to the four cities. The House passed a bill earlier this week to transfer the entirety of the ARPA award and the Senate is expected to do the same next week. The bill could be amended to reflect the $109 million Baker distributed Friday before it clears the Senate and is sent to Baker's desk. Whether the governor would sign the bill, which could limit his administration's con- trol of ARPA spending decisions, remains an open question. "As authorized by the federal government, the $5.3 billion in discretionary funding does not require legislative appropria- tion and the Administration is ready to work with municipal, non-profit, private sector and legislative partners to invest these funds quickly," Baker spokeswoman Sarah Finlaw said Gov. Baker, governors urge Biden this week. Under cyberattack, Steamship to keep offshore wind a priority Authority launches new website By COLIN A. YOUNG the decade. istration provides “additional federal By CHRIS LISINSKI State House News Service “Realization of the offshore wind consultation with the states and increased State House News Service BOSTON - Gov. Charlie Baker and opportunity depends crucially on several regional leadership on addressing envi- BOSTON - With its ticketing system still feeling the impacts governors from eight other states poised variables, including the pace and unifor- ronmental, fishing, and maritime con- of a Wednesday ransomware attack, the Steamship Authority to benefit environmentally and economi- mity of the federal permitting process, cerns during and after construction of launched a separate website to host schedules for its ferry pas- cally from the emerging offshore wind the degree of regional coordination facilities.” sengers. sector sent President Joe Biden a letter among states, the amount of available The continued development of the Trip times between Woods Hole, Martha's Vineyard and on Friday outlining their thoughts and space in federal lease areas, the potential offshore wind sector is seen as crucial to are now available at steamshipauthorityschedules. recommendations for keeping the impacts on marine resources, and the meeting the new climate goals com, as is information about fares and parking, the ferry com- momentum going in the fledgling field. availability of supporting infrastructure Massachusetts has adopted, specifically pany said in an update Friday. Biden’s administration has moved to deliver high-voltage power from proj- the requirement to achieve net-zero car- "The ticketing processes, including online and phone reser- quickly to advance offshore wind proj- ect areas to the mainland,” the group bon emissions by 2050. By then, Baker vations, will continue to be affected today," the Steamship ects, namely the Vineyard Wind I project of governors wrote. “As such, we aim to administration officials expect to have Authority said. "We will continue to honor existing reserva- that last month got the federal go-ahead collaborate across our states by consult- 25 gigawatts of offshore wind (equiva- tions at Authority terminals, and rescheduling and cancellation it had been waiting about two years to ing with each other on permitting chal- lent to about 31 Vineyard Winds) operat- fees will be waived. Scheduled trips to and from the islands receive, and Baker’s administration has lenges, natural resource consideration, ing off the coast and will have to hit a continue to operate safely as scheduled, although some delays cheered the president’s swift action. identifying opportunities to coordinate pace in the 2030s of bringing about 1 in the ticketing process may occur." Vineyard Wind, which is expected to schedules, and aligning construction GW of new wind power online each year Customers are still unable to book or change reservations deliver 800 megawatts of wind-generat- timelines to meet states’ respective clean to get there. online or by phone, the third day in a row that the authority has ed power to Massachusetts by 2023, is energy targets.” Also signed onto the letter are faced those obstacles since the apparent ransomware attack hit on track to be the first utility-scale off- In the letter, the governors suggested Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, Maine Wednesday morning. shore wind farm in the United States. that the feds establish a schedule for Gov. Janet Mills, Maryland Gov. Larry Officials said some credit card access is now available at Mayflower Wind, an 804-MW project, is identifying and auctioning new offshore Hogan, New Hampshire Gov. Chris ferry terminals and parking lots, but recommended passengers also under contract to deliver power to lease areas to keep pace with the increas- Sununu, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, use cash to "speed the process of completing the transaction." Massachusetts. And an upcoming state ingly ambitious climate goals set by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Rhode Neither the authority nor law enforcement has said much solicitation seeks a project of up to 1,600 states like Massachusetts. They also Island Gov. Dan McKee and Virginia about the nature of the cyberattack, which created a major MW that can come online by the end of asked the president to ensure his admin- Gov. Ralph Northam. hassle for the ferry provider as summer season ramps up fol- lowing Memorial Day weekend. "The Steamship Authority is continuing to work with our team internally, as well as with local, state, and federal offi- cials externally, to address Wednesday's incident," the Authority said in its Friday statement. "At this point we are unable to Muni Matters: Monthlong town meeting, release any further details." Relief fund extension, Fall River demo Emergency’s End Complicates Ongoing Virtual Town in federal CARES Act funding is available to municipalities for Meeting eligible expenses, which include expenditures that were unbud- The June 15 end date for the COVID-19 state of emergency geted and necessary due to the emergency, such has generated a municipal governance time crunch for as social distancing measures and equipment, COVID-19 Brookline, where the Annual Town Meeting could spill into the related legal fees and pandemic election costs. The funds can post-emergency era. The representative town meeting launched not be used to shore up a budget shortfall. In some circum- via Zoom on May 19, and Town Clerk Ben Kaufman said in stances, cities and towns can also apply for pre-approval to testimony this week to the Senate Ways and Means Committee access funds between Oct. 29 and Dec. 31, when CARES Act that a “large number of warrant articles” and the current pace funding expires. The Massachusetts Municipal Association will make it “likely that the Annual Town Meeting will not be com- host a webinar June 10 at 1 p.m. in conjunction with the pleted before June 15.” When the emergency ends, the statu- Federal Funds Office to answer questions about the program. tory authority for towns to hold their representative town meet- - Meg McIntyre/SHNS ings remotely will also expire. Kaufman, Sen. Cynthia Creem Grant Helps Fall River Demolish, Rehabilitate Nuisance and Rep. Tommy Vitolo asked the committee to advance legis- Properties lation that would continue to allow representative town meet- Late last month, Fall River officials oversaw the demolition ings to be held virtually. “I don’t blame Governor Baker for his of three properties as part of the city’s Building Blocks inability to announce the June 15 termination of the State of Program, which uses Community Development Block Grant Emergency several months ago; likewise, I don’t blame funding to address abandoned or blighted buildings. “We Brookline for scheduling its Town Meeting so close to the State brought back the Building Blocks Program last year because it of Emergency termination date it had no ability to predict is a straightforward way to solve a number of problems at months earlier,” Vitolo wrote. “If Brookline’s town meeting once,” Mayor Paul Coogan said in the release. “Abandoned can work expeditiously, it won’t need an extension. However, properties are not just an economic issue -- they’re a quality of virtual town meetings tend to take more time, and the lack of life issue. Through the Building Blocks Program, we can hold The Westfield News opportunistic or happenstance in-person conversations between owners accountable, get homes on the tax roll and make our A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC town meeting members over the past several months requires neighborhoods safer and more vibrant.” As of January 2020, that questions, concerns, and confusion are resolved within the the city was aware of 172 vacant or abandoned properties Mike Dobbs Barbara Perry virtual town meeting, adding to the time required.” A Vitolo bill within its limits, and as of May 2021, that number had dropped Managing Editor Sales Manager and similar legislation from Sen. Paul Feeney (H 2210/S 1334) to 85 properties. The sites are identified by city inspectors and would allow towns that put out their warrants scheduling rep- forwarded to the Attorney General’s office, which contacts Hope E. Tremblay Editor James Johnson-Corwin resentative town meetings before June 15 to continue remotely. property owners to notify them the properties will be taken into Multi-Media Manager Those bills are scheduled for an 11 a.m. Tuesday virtual hear- receivership if not brought up to code. Owners of homes that ing before the Municipalities and Regional Government are safe to rehabilitate can receive help from the city’s com- Chris Putz Marie Brazee Sports Editor Business Manager Committee. People interested in testifying have until 5 p.m. munity development agency to make repairs and bring the Friday to sign up online, and can email written comments to structures into compliance, and several buildings are in the Fran Smith Lorie Perry [email protected]. - Katie Lannan - process of being repaired, according to a news release from the General Manager Director of Ad Production Katie Lannan/SHNS city. Those that can’t be rehabilitated are razed. Beyond the Deadline Extended for Municipal Coronavirus Relief three properties demolished last week, inspections have been Municipal officials will now have until Oct. 29 to submit completed at four other properties so far, with four more to be 181 Root Road, Westfield , MA 01085 applications for reimbursement of COVID-19 related expenses inspected soon, the release said. - Meg McIntyre/SHNS through the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund – Municipal ——— (413)562-4181 Program. The Executive Office of Administration and [Muni Matters reports on key issues and breaking news www.thewestfieldnews.com Finance announced the deadline extension Tuesday, pushing it affecting cities and towns in Massachusetts. Send news, mate- back from the original date of June 30. Roughly $502 million rial and tips to [email protected]] THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 - PAGE 5 Obituaries Contact roxanne@thewestfieldnewsgroup • 413-562-4181 / Ext. 118 Obituaries online at: westfieldnews.com/categories/obituaries Casey Artz Martin WESTFIELD — Casey Artz Martin, 38 of Westfield, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Casey was born in Holyoke at Providence Hospital on March 21, 1983, to Bruce and Marge Martin. Casey graduated from Westfield High School in 2001 before going on to receive her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from the University of Massachusetts. She was an Office Manager at Lawry Freight in Westfield, where she was beloved by her boss and fellow colleagues. Casey also worked a second job as “everyone’s favorite bartender” at Rally’s Sports Bar in Westfield. Casey was an outstanding athlete. She was a softball All-Star and was named best player in her 1999 softball tournament. She most recently started coaching her daughter’s T-Ball team, along with her parents Bruce and Marge. Casey loved spending time with her best friend, daugh- ter Lily. They were “thick as thieves” and spent every moment together, always finding new adventures. Casey leaves behind her daughter Lily Elizabeth, par- Grave markers ents Bruce and Marge Martin, and step-mom Diane, all of Southwick BSA Troop 114 helped set new bronze markers for veterans at the New Cemetery June 5. Mason Grazia, BSA Westfield; her sister Mechelle Martin of Westfield; her Troop 114 Leader Todd Wescott and Ethan Davidson participated in the event. Grazia was able to add a bronze marker aunt Glenda and husband Stanley Halla, Debbie Artz, to his Great Grandfather Walter Morgan's grave for his service in WWI. (LORI KETCHALE GRAZIA PHOTOS) uncle David Artz and partner Lynn, all of Westfield, and aunt Jeanne and husband Paul Krow; cousins Nicole Levesque and Jenny Horak Smearman of North Carolina, Nathan Halla and partner Helene, Neal Halla and wife Ryan, and Neeko and Kayla Artz, all of Westfield; Godmother Maria Maura, Lily’s father Jason Martin, as well as countless friends. She was pre-deceased by her grandmother Elizabeth Artz of Westfield. Casey will be very missed by all that loved her. Holidays and birthday’s will never be the same, but her memory will live on through her loved ones. Services will be held on Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 between 5-7 PM in the Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad St., Westfield, MA.

CHD’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation program to host Fishing Derby fundraising event on June 26 WESTFIELD - The Center for Human Development (CHD) and the organization’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation program will hold a fishing derby event at the West Springfield Fish and Game Club in Feeding Hills on June 26, 2021 to help support the program’s participants. Proceeds from the event will support the hundreds of athletes who participate in adaptive sports and recreation programs each year with CHD All In (formerly Disability Resources), a pro- gram serving individuals with physical, vision and developmen- tal disabilities for over 30 years. The family-friendly event will feature first and second place trophies for adults and youth. Anglers from Western Massachusetts and beyond are invited to compete in the fishing derby. “We couldn’t be more excited to come together with the com- munity for a fun day of fishing,” said All In Program Manager Jessica Levine. “In addition to creating an opportunity to enjoy this great sport and a day by the pond, the event will also help make a big impact for our participants.” For health and safety considerations, pre-registration for the event is required. The cost for individual registration is $20, or $60 for up to five family members. Check in begins at 8 a.m. and the Derby will last for two and a half hours from 9 to 11:30 a.m. with a trophy presentation to follow at 12 noon. A limited amount of poles will be available to those who do not have fish- ing equipment. The rain date for the event will be June 27. To learn more or to register please visit chd.org/fishingderby. CHD All In is a leading provider of adaptive sports and rec- reation in the Western Mass area. Since 1978, the program has been helping children, teens and adults living with a physical, vision and/or developmental disability achieve limitless poten- tial through innovative programming including indoor rock climbing, dance & movement, martial arts, CrossFit, swim- ming, kayaking, sled hockey and more.

104th Fighter Wing conducts training flights in Vermont Sprucing up WESTFIELD - The 104th Fighter Wing is scheduled to fly Students from Westfield Technical Academy's Horticulture Program gave in and around Vermont during the month of June. the Westfield Senior Center grounds a complete refresh in preparation for We do not want to alarm the residents around the local area 'scaling up operations' throughout the summer. (TINA GORMAN PHOTOS) who may be startled by the additional flying. The training is a critical part of our mission and allows us to accomplish core training tasks.

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VETERANS HELPING VETERANS P. O. Box 367 Westfield, Massachusetts 01086 PAGE 6 - TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS SPORTS Westfield native Dunn strikes out 10 for Starfires By CHRIS PUTZ Sports Editor WESTFIELD – pitcher Aidan Dunn, of Westfield made his season debut for the team Saturday against the . Dunn, who enjoyed a remarkable sea- son on the mound for Eastern Connecticut State this past season, allowed seven hits, three walks and three runs (all earned) in a relief appearance as Westfield fell to Vermont 11-8. Dunn struck out 10 batters. Starfires starting pitcher Shayne Audet was tagged for six runs. He walked six SARAH HOUGH batters and was credited with the loss. Dunn entered the game with the bases loaded and no outs in the top of the first inning. Rams end week “I put Aidan into a tough spot,” said Starfires manager Tony Deshler. “I didn’t want to put him in that spot. He got into a rhythm pumping the zone and on high note had hitters guessing. Aidan had a break- out season pitching for Eastern By CHRIS PUTZ Connecticut State. From what I saw in Sports Editor SOUTHWICK – While many local high school that short outing (Saturday), I could see Starfires’ Aidan Dunn (East Conn. State), of Westfield winds up for a pitch against the why.” seniors celebrated graduations late last week, several Vermont Lake Monsters Saturday at Bullens Field. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD It was the first live pitching outing for Southwick Regional High School student-athletes NEWS) stepped up to have a celebration of their own. The Southwick boys volleyball, softball, and base- ball teams each enjoyed resounding victories Friday.

SOFTBALL Hough leads Rams past Golden Eagles Southwick 14, Central 3 Sarah Hough scattered five hits over seven innings and struck out 13 batters in a solid outing on the mound for Southwick. Hough provided some of the offensive spark as well. She went 4-for-5 with a dou- ble and four RBIs. Rams Kayla Andrade went 1-for-2 with a double, two walks and two RBIs.

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Liam Sears (Bentley) pulls down an Sean Burychka (Babson) tries to complete the pickoff attempt on Vermont’s Tom Garrity, Rams infield popup. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE Vesosky (USM). (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) WESTFIELD NEWS) batter Panthers Audet, a pro prospect who is returning from Southwick 14, Palmer 0 two Tommy John surgeries. Southwick’s Jacob Garrity went a perfect 3-for-3 The Starfires offense racked up several hits with a triple, three RBIs and four runs scored. but could not overcome such a big deficit Leighton Billings (1-for-3, 2 RBIs) and Nate Goodwin early on. Cody Bey (Wagner College) went (1-for-3, 2 RBIs) also provided some offense for the 3-for-5 for Westfield with a run scored; Rams. Springfield native Liam Sears (Bentley) went Southwick pitcher Ari Labrecque tossed a five- 2-for-3 with a triple, two walks, one run, and inning, two-hitter, striking out 10 batters. Labrecque four RBIs; and Sean Burychka (Babson) also helped out at the plate, going 1-for-2 with one homered. Burycha finished 2-for-4 with a RBI and two runs. walk, run, and two RBIs. Vermont completed the weekend sweep of BOYS VOLLEYBALL Westfield on Sunday with a 6-3 victory. It was the fifth straight loss for the Starfires, who opened the season with a thrilling 3-2 Rams sweep Red Raiders win over Vermont. Southwick def. Commerce 25-8, 25-15, 25-14 “In four games we lost, we hit about 50 Rylan Secovich (9 kills, 7 digs), Adam Smith (6 batters,” Deshler said. “I’m not too worried kills, 3 aces, 2 blocks), Grayson Poole (1 kill, 21 about the record but more about the quality of assists, 4 aces, 1 dig, 1 block), Mason Imbriglio (1 baseball we are playing and how we’re doing assist, 7 digs), and Jace Turgeon (3 kills, 1 assist, 2 Cody Bey (Wagner) hammers out a single early in the game. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE it. Hopefully we will be on the other side of aces, 1 dig, 3 blocks) paved the way for the latest WESTFIELD NEWS) it soon.” Southwick victory.

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2021 FUTURES COLLEGIATE BOYS TRACK & FIELD STANDINGS GIRLS Westfield 3-0 BOYS VOLLEYBALL Westfield 5-3 Southwick 1-0 BASEBALL LEAGUE STANDINGS Westfield 8-1 St. Mary’s 5-4 Southwick 9-1 GIRLS TRACK & FIELD (as of Sun., June 6) BOYS LACROSSE Westfield 0-1 WEEKEND RESULTS BASEBALL Westfield 5-2 7-1 Sat., June 5 Westfield 3-2 St. Mary’s 4-3 Pittsfield Suns 6-4 Vermont Lake Monsters 11, Westfield Technical Academy 5-4 7-3 WRESTLING FRIDAY’S RESULTS Westfield Starfires 8 Westfield 1-0 5-4 St. Mary’s 0-2 BASEBALL Sun., June 6 Southwick 4-2 Vermont Lake Monsters 4-5 GIRLS TENNIS Southwick 14, Palmer 0 Vermont Lake Monsters 6, SOFTBALL 3-5 SOFTBALL Westfield 2-2 Westfield Starfires 3 St. Mary’s 4-2 Southwick 14, Central 3 Norwich Sea Unicorns 4-7 Westfield 5-2 BOYS VOLLEYBALL Westfield Starfires 1-5 Westfield Technical Academy Southwick 3, Commerce 0 3-5 BOYS TENNIS St. Mary’s 7-1 Westfield 1-1 Southwick 6-0

SPRING HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCHEDULES WESTFIELD HIGH SOUTHWICK REGIONAL ST. MARY’S WESTFIELD TECH. ACADEMY GATEWAY Tues., June 8 Tues., June 8 Tues., June 8 Tues., June 8 BASEBALL @ Minnechaug, 4 p.m. Tues., June 8 BASEBALL @ Hampshire, 4 p.m. BASEBALL @ Sabis, Nathan Bill, 4 p.m. BASEBALL @ GIRLS LACROSSE vs. Amherst-Pelham, 4 p.m. BASEBALL @ Smith Vocational and Agricultural, SOFTBALL vs. Commerce, Sadie Knox, 4 p.m. Franklin Tech, 4 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS TRACK & FIELD @ Holyoke, Wed., June 9 SOFTBALL vs. Smith Vocational and Agricultural, SOFTBALL vs. Roberts Sports Complex, 4 p.m. 3:30 p.m. SOFTBALL vs. Ware, 4 p.m. BOYS TENNIS vs. Pioneer Valley Whitney Park, 4 p.m. Pathfinder, 4 p.m. BOYS VOLLEYBALL @ Holyoke, 5:15 p.m. Wed., June 9 Chinese Immersion Charter School, BOYS TRACK & FIELD vs. Palmer, Holyoke Canoe & Tennis Club, 4 p.m. Wed., June 9 Wed., June 9 SOFTBALL vs. Minnechaug, 4 p.m. Richard Atkinson Track, 4 p.m. BOYS LACROSSE @ Longmeadow, 4 p.m. No Sports Scheduled No Sports Scheduled Wed., June 9 BOYS TENNIS @ Chicopee, Szot Park, 4 p.m. Thurs., June 10 BOYS VOLLEYBALL @ Minnechaug, 5 p.m. SOFTBALL vs. Monson, Sadie Knox, Thurs., June 10 Thurs., June 10 BASEBALL vs. Sabis, 4 p.m. 4 p.m. No Sports Scheduled No Sports Scheduled GIRLS TENNIS vs. Pioneer Fri., June 11 Valley Chinese Immersion Charter, BOYS VOLLEYBALL vs. Sabis, 6 p.m. Municipal Tennis Courts, 4 p.m. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 2021 - PAGE 7

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DADDY’S HOME Tony Rubino and Gary Markstein ROYAL STARS ontract ridge HOROSCOPE C B BY GEORGIA NICOLS Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT today (8 a.m. to noon PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Taurus into Gemini.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, June 8, 2021: You are witty, curious and high-energy in your approach to life. You are also determined, DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker hardworking and courageous when going after what you want. You will feel very independent this year because you know you are facing choices that offer new opportunities. You will crave solitude. Use this time to make new plans!

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)  Today you have lots of mental energy for financial matters, shopping or earn- ing money. That’s why it’s important to be aware of the Moon Alert today, because this SCARY GARY Mark Buford morning is a poor time to spend money. (Except for on food or gas.) Tonight: Think big! TAURUS (April 20-May 20)  Today the Moon in your sign is dancing with Mars, which gives you strong energy to work with others. You will be frank in your communications. However, be aware of the limitations of the Moon Alert! (See above.) Tonight: Make money! GEMINI (May 21-June 20)  With in your sign, you’re out there flying your colors! However, Crosswords this morning the Moon in your chart is hiding Don’t spend money and avoid important deci- DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni sions until 3 p.m. Eastern (noon Pacific time). Tonight: You’re happy! CANCER (June 21-July 22)  This is an excellent day to schmooze with others. Avoid important deci- sions or shopping; nevertheless, socializing will lift your spirits. Jot down your bright ideas and wait until the Moon Alert is over to act. Tonight: Seek privacy. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)  This day begins with all eyes on you. Nevertheless, until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific), avoid shopping or making important decisions because there’s a Moon Alert. After that, it’s all systems go! Tonight: B.C. Mastroianni and Hart Schmooze with friends. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  This morning is a marvelous time to let your mind float in a dreamy way to explore philosophies, esoteric ideas, mystical paths and spirituality. It’s vague but it’s excit- ing. There is a Moon Alert in effect until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific). Tonight: People notice you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)  This morning you’re focused on the government, taxes, debt or shared property. However, don’t make decisions in these areas or spend money until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific). Just gather your data and wait ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie until the Moon Alert is over to act. Tonight: Do something different! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  This morning is a lovely time to socialize with close friends and partners because conversations will be warm, friendly and frank. However, there is a Moon Alert in effect until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific), so wait until then to agree to anything impor- tant or to spend money. Forewarned is fore- armed. Tonight: Expect a gift. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  This morning you have the energy to devote to health issues, your job or some- thing to do with a pet. Work as best as possi- ble, but be aware that there is a Moon Alert ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific), which means avoid important decisions and shop- ping. (Except for food.) Tonight: Good times with someone. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)  This is a marvelous, creative day for you! When the Moon Alert is in effect this morning, your mind will be free to think out- side the box. Enjoy socializing with others, especially children. Write down your original ideas; however, agree to nothing until the Moon Alert is over. Tonight: Ambitious ideas! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)  This is the perfect day to play Cryptoquip hooky and stay at home, especially this morn- ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe ing. The Moon Alert will last until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific), which means enjoy your fantasies but agree to nothing important and don’t shop except for food. After it’s over, you still want to play! Tonight: Fun and games! PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  Be careful. This morning you are mentally alert and energetic; nevertheless, there is a Moon Alert in effect until 3 p.m. Eastern time (noon Pacific). This means get your data but postpone important decisions until it’s over. Likewise, no shopping until then. Tonight: Entertain at home. 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