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Boys and GIrls Club Riverside Drive nearing completion prepares for summer fun By Michael Harrison [email protected] LUDLOW — The next big transformation in the Lud- low Mills project is just a few months from completion. Major infrastructure work for Riverside Drive is underway and SEE PAGE 2 barring any unexpected delays, should be done sometime in Celebrating 100th November, Ludlow Selectman birthday Derek DeBarge said. The work underway is extensive and represents a milestone of sorts in a downtown rehabilitation project that represents a $300 million investment spanning 30 years. The focus of a joint DPW meeting scheduled for Tuesday after press time was hammering out a maintenance agreement for Riverwalk, the scenic trail and SEE PAGE 4 park along the Chicopee River that runs along Riverside Drive. Pet of the Week Officials need to come up with a plan for how the town will han- dle “landscaping, graffiti remov-

Please see MILLS UPDATE, Turley Publications photo by Michael Harrison Infrastructure work on Riverside Drive, part of the Ludlow Mills revitalization project, is expected to be Page 7 completed by fall, setting the stage for new housing units in the derelict mill buildings. CLASS OF ’21 Local students with a passion Seniors’ gift to school is for giving plan clothing drive SEE PAGE 5 OPINION ripe with symbolism If it didn’t grow there, By Anne Marie Corrieri DON’T throw it there Correspondent

LUDLOW — As the Ludlow High School Class of 2021 prepares to graduate in a few short weeks they will continue the annual tradition of leaving behind class gifts that represent their journey from students to alumni. According to LHS princi- pal Lisa Nemeth, the idea for SEE PAGE 5 the first Class of 2021 gift was Courtesy Photo proposed by LHS senior Jacob Ludlow High School student Riley Londraville is planning a IN SPORTS Dufour. clothing drive for May 10-21. Spring sports “We met, and Jacob explained his idea to plant an ap- By Jonah Snowden Ludlow High School and Paul ple tree across from the football [email protected] R. Baird Middle School May field ticket booth,” explained 10-21. Londraville launched Nemeth. LUDLOW – There are ba- the drive to assist non-profit “He arrived prepared with bies in need of clothes. Riley organization Cradles to Cray- several convincing reasons out- Londraville and Jack Favata ons with collecting clothes for lining his idea, including the are determined to help. newborns. Project 351’s food fact that a fruit-bearing tree Courtesy photo Londraville, a Ludlow High drives and clothing drives, as would be a living reminder of Ludlow High senior Jacob Dufour School student and Project well as previously assisting with the apple tree that is one of 351 Alumni and Alumni Uni- Please see SENIORS GIIFT, the Class of 2021’s gifts to their ty Corps member, is prepar- Please see CLOTHING DRIVE, Page 8 soon-to-be alma mater. ing to host a clothing drive at Page 8 SEE PAGE 11 Annual town meeting to take place at Ludlow High School DATEBOOK By Jonah Snowden Town Administrator Ellie Vil- have more than enough room to production and use of thin-film, Upcoming events [email protected] lano said because the social dis- house the majority of those who single use-plastic checkout bags, tancing protocol is still in effect, show up. If for some reason the which the warrant said has “a PARKING LOT SALE: New Kids LUDLOW – The annual they will have an extra room for capacity fills in the auditorium, significant impact on the envi- Clothing, iwnfant to Size 12, Fab- Ludlow Town Meeting will take guests to sit in if the main audi- we have an overflow room in the ronment and aquatic animals,” ric and yarn, soup to-go and sweet place 7:30 p.m. May 10 in Lud- torium fills up. cafeteria.” will be debated, followed by a treats – all at ready to sell great low High School followed by the “In the auditorium, we usu- Over 22 articles, including vote to decide if single use plas- prices at First Church in Ludlow 10 special town meeting at 8 p.m. ally have around 800 people the “Chapter XX Single Use a.m.-2 p.m. May 15. Rain date is A ban on certain plastic bags in normally, but we’re still social Plastic Bag Prohibition,” will be Please see , May 22. ANNUAL MEETING one of the articles to be decided. distancing,” Villano said. “We presented at the meeting. The SEE PAGE 16 Page 8 ◗ Page 2 ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ The Register LUDLOW Boys and Girls Club prepares for summer fun By Jonah Snowden [email protected]

LUDLOW – As the end of the school year nears, the Ludlow Community Cen- ter/Randall Boys and Girls Club is getting ready to launch its Summer Fun Pro- gram. The program, which is scheduled to take place from June 21 to Aug. 20 for children ages 6 to 13, will provide a vari- ety of activities. In addition to fun things to do, the program has an educational element. Attendees can spend part of the summer days with arts and crafts, STEM projects, theme weeks, virtual field trips, indoor and outdoor sports, swimming and more. Boys and Girls Club development associate Cristina Jardine said the scheduled camp themes such as Wiz- ardry, Magic, and Hawaii and its Volca- noes are new. She also said she is excited for the program to kick off as the Commonwealth emerges from the more At the Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys and Girls Club, where the mission is making sure every child has an educational and than year-long pandemic. fun experience. “We’re just so excited to be able to welcome the kids back,” Jardine said. “Regardless of whatever people’s local public schools to make sure we approach,” and aim to get creative “This whole year for so many kids circumstances are, we want to provide are also helping to provide and in- as “out-of-school time providers,” was challenging and we love provid- the best and most fun summer for ev- fusing academic enrichment into our to provide a “well balanced experi- ing a place where kids can be together, ery child who wants to come to camp,” summer enrichment program,” Salazar ence for children who come to the have fun and just enjoy their summer.” Salazar said. said. club.” President and CEO of Boys and “We also want to be as responsive “There are some students who need Priority registration is available now Girls Club Mechilia Salazar said all this and flexible to the families in our com- additional support through the summer through May 12 with general registra- summer, “every kid deserves laughter, munities.” to make up for some of the challeng- tion beginning May 14. fun and a place where they can be safe- The STEM segment, which will take es they might have faced trying to do For more information, to see other ly around friends and fill in the gap of place July 19-23, shows the Club isn’t school learning remotely.” events the club is putting together, such social and emotional development.” all just about fun and games. It’s also a Salazar also said during these as the May 7 Spring Feast or to make All families in the community are place where kids and learn and grow. trying times, they have been “trying a donation, visit ludlowbgc.org or call welcome. “We are in active conversations with to look at everything from a holistic 413-583-2072.

The Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys and Girls Club helps children stay strong and healthy by getting them on their feet with energetic activities.

Courtesy photos STEM projects and other education-oriented activities are part of the Boys and Girls Club summer program.

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Great Selections for Sunny or Ramos delivers aid for Indian Orchard Meet and greet Shady Locations Citizens Council programs for prospective For The INDIAN ORCHARD ian of Rick’s Auto Body - State Rep. Orlando Ra- mentioned the impact the BOH volunteers A BeautifulRose Collection Garden of mos successfully added an pandemic has had on IOCC amendment to the House programs. Do you want to help your com- Fragrant Rose Bushes budget that will provide “not “Pandemic lockdown munity? Interested in becoming a Hybrid Teas, Climbers, less than $20,000 to the In- restrictions forced many volunteer for the Ludlow Board of Landscape Roses & dian Orchard Citizens Coun- neighborhood councils Health? Come meet your communi- cil” in support of the organi- and civic associations to ty BOH leaders. “Knock Outs” zation’s annual Food Truck significantly cut back on A meet ad greet is scheduled for 5-6 p.m. Monday, May 17, in the Colorful Annual Festival and the Indian Or- Orlando Ramos their activities, local pro- chard Blooms Neighborhood grams, and outreach to our Ludlow Town Hall Parking lot, 488 Beautification Campaign. neighborhood residents at a time Chapin Street. Feel free to bring “The Indian Orchard Citizens that they needed it most,” Tarpinian anyone interested in becoming a “BloomingFront Door” Annual Gardens Flowers Council would like to acknowledge, said. volunteer for the Ludlow Board of in Patio Pots and thank, our State Representative, “Representative Ramos has Health. Masks and social dis- Orland Ramos, for the great job he brought the same type of effec- tancing required. Shade Loving & did during House Budget debate, tive advocacy for the Indian Or- If you want to become a Board Sun Loving Combinations last week,” said Zaida Govan, presi- chard neighborhood to Beacon of Health volunteer but cannot make dent of the Indian Orchard Citizens Hill in Boston that he was known the meet and greet, email Martha Gardens Council. for bringing to the Springfield City Seed at [email protected]. “I would like to commend Council during his service as Indian CollectionsPerennial of Favorite Garden Plants House Leadership for generous- Orchard/Ward 8’s Ward Councilor.” Returning Year After Year ly provided funding to cities and Govan said the programs the towns to help them recover in this state money helps fund are a source post-pandemic era, and allow us to of pride in the community. Correction Gardens return to some sense of normalcy,” These programs add so much Culinary Herb said Paul Caron, interim chairman vibrancy, community spirit, and An April 28 story about Complimentary Combinations of the Indian Orchard Business sense of pride in the Indian Orchard Ludlow’s Commission on Dis- ability should have said com- of Fragrant Flavorful Herbs Connections Committee. neighborhood,” Govan said. Mint, Parsley, Dill, “I’d like to especially thank “I want to thank Speaker Mari- mission Chair and founder Representative Ramos for the way ano and Chairman Michlewitz on Beverly Barry has served 24 Rosemary & More! he hit the ground running in this, a great budget that addresses the years as town assessor before his first term as our state represen- needs of the Commonwealth,” Ra- retiring two years ago. She tative and securing this funding for mos said. still serves on the commission. 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Photos by Melina Bourdeau Son Mark Condon, 100-year-old Ann Condon and her daughter in law (Left to right) Jane Lefferts, Barbara Cole, Connie Potter, Ann Condon, Nellie Waterman, Elsworth Baller Amy Condon met at Christopher Heights to celebrate Ann Condon’s and Cindy Cobleigh met for Condon’s 100th birthday party celebration at Christopher Heights last week. birthday last week. Gramarossa presented a citation “wish- Condon was born in Ludlow and you for the kindness being here to honor Christopher Heights hosts ing her the happiest birthday and the worked in the mills there as well as a my mom,” he said. “Thank you for staff birthday party days and days to come.” buyer for Steiger’s Department store. you care and provide genuine care to Similar citations were extending from She moved into Christopher Heights people, to my mom, you can’t fake that By Melina Bourdeau Gov. Charlie Baker and the Massachu- at the beginning of the pandemic in empathy.” Staff writer setts state senate. March 2020, and even beat a case of When asked what her advise was for Christopher Heights hairdresser Min- COVID-19, her family said. living a long life Condon said, “Agree BELCHERTOWN – It’s a good thing dy Slonka said she felt blessed to be able Condon’s son Mark Condon also with everyone, even if they’re wrong or there were no candles on the cake, be- to be part of Condon’s life. spoke about his mother. you can’t stand them.” cause Christopher Heights resident Ann “You have a good sense of humor,” “My mom is a great supporter, except Everyone is human and if that’s how Condon would have had 100 of them for she said. “You have that look, you know if I did something stupid – then I would they feel, that’s how they feel,” she said. her birthday on April 24. what I’m talking about. It’ll happen get that ‘look.’ She never stops caring “Be nice to everyone regardless of their Christopher Heights held a birthday when I’m talking to her and she gives me and leading by example – you never stop color or creed, whether or not their reli- party for Condon last Friday, complete a look and I know what she’s thinking. being a parent,” he said. “I can think of gious or not. Practice forgiveness.” with a cake, citations from the state and She is a classy lady, always dressed up. common denominators – a glass of wine She said she wanted to thank ev- a golden 100 table decorations. You love your family and always speak or two and a great attitude.” eryone for helping her to celebrate her Local officials, Christopher Heights highly of you son, Mark and your daugh- He thanked the people at Christopher 100th birthday. staff and Condon’s family were in atten- ter in law.” Heights for making the birthday party “Thank you. There were so many dance along with residents. She said Condon embodies the phrase possible. people, I appreciate everyone and every- Belchertown Selectboard Chair Gail “age is just a number.” “Thank you all for being here, thank one’s company,” she said.

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Otherwise known as LNT, Leave (PIA), which is your benefit entitlement at No Trace is a set of principles designed to The your full retirement age (FRA). educate visitors to the outdoors on how to From there, your age when you claim leave as minimal impact as possible on the determines your final Social Security pay- land. REGISTERLOCAL NEWS ❙ LOCAL STORIES ❙ LOCAL ADVERTISERS ment amount. Born in 1958, your FRA is 66 Although there are seven principles of The Register is published plus 8 months, and that is the age at which LNT, this column will focus on the one you will get 100% of your PIA. If you claim every Wednesday by Turley that I believe is the most widely violated: Publications, Inc., 24 Water benefits before your FRA, your payment “Dispose of Waste Properly.” This is oth- St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. will be reduced; and if you wait until af- erwise known as “Carry in- Carry Out,”, or Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax ter your FRA to claim, your benefit will be simply “Don’t litter.” (413) 289-1977. increased. If you wait until you are 70 to You remember. It’s what our mothers claim, your Social Security payment will taught us when we were about five years PATRICK H. TURLEY reach maximum (about 27% more than your old. Courtesy photos CEO FRA benefit amount). Now, to your specific Tom and I hiked 10 miles of trails last Julie with just some of the trash she questions: weekend at the 1,200-acre Facing Rock and Tom collected in the Facing Rock KEITH TURLEY 1) Distributions taken from your 401k or Wilderness Area in our hometown of Lud- Wilderness Area in Ludlow. The couple President IRA are not reported to Social Security as has many more miles of trails they plan to low, and we hauled out 19 pounds of trash. EDITOR “earnings” and do not count toward your So- We picked up everything from beer cans, police. cial Security benefit entitlement. Michael Harrison water bottles, and assorted wrappers to old trash is trash, and it doesn’t belong in our [email protected]@turley.com 2) If you have already retired from work- buckets, scrap metal, and car parts. We still sacred outdoor spaces. ing, having zero earnings now won’t further have miles and miles of trails to cover, and I believe that it’s our responsibility to affect your final Social Security payment STAFF WRITER we plan to clean up every single one. treat the wilderness the same way we treat Jonah Snowden amount because your benefit will be based Why? our own homes. In all seriousness, when [email protected] upon your 35 highest-earning years. How- Because trash and litter in our outdoor we’re at home and we finish eating an or- ever, if you have a recent benefit estimate spaces is unacceptable. We are blessed to ange or drinking a beer, do we throw the ADVERTISING SALES from Social Security, that estimate assumed have a beautiful wilderness area here in peel or the can on the floor in our kitch- Call 413.283.8393 that you would continue to earn at the same Ludlow and it is our responsibility to keep ens? Do we drop the empty potato chip level you most recently reported to the IRS it wild. The assortment of garbage on the bag on our lawn and leave it there after SPORTS EDITOR until you reached your FRA. So, if you got trails not only detracts from the natural- we have a barbecue in our backyard? Of Greg Scibelli the estimate while you were still working ness of an area, but can be extremely detri- course not. [email protected] (or shortly thereafter), the estimate is higher mental to the animals who live there and to Then why do we think it’s acceptable to than your actual benefit will be. If you re- the ecosystem itself. do it when we’re in the woods? SOCIAL MEDIA ceived the estimate a year or more after you If you spend time outside in nature, I When Tom and I see empty cans and stopped working, the estimate is more ac- urge you to research how long it takes for bottles when we’re hiking, we shake our curate. In any case, your 401K withdrawals various items to break down in nature. heads in disbelief. We just can’t under- @ The Ludlow Register will not count as Social Security earnings. No, seriously... you can do it now. I’ll stand how someone had the energy to car- 3) Claiming now would result in a per- wait. ry it into the woods when it was full and WEB manently reduced Social Security benefit Crazy, right?! weighed almost a pound, yet lacked the www.register.turley.com amount because you haven’t yet reached I thought the same thing when I re- stamina to carry it back out once it was your full retirement age. But claiming now searched it! Two YEARS for a banana peel empty and weighed less than an ounce. wouldn’t be a hedge against your current to decompose. Over three years for a pis- I ask each of you to please join Tom lack of earnings, because your benefit will tachio shell. Up to 200 years for an alumi- and I in our efforts to help clean up our be based upon the highest earning 35 years num can, and 450 years for a water bottle! outdoor spaces this spring by: over your lifetime. www.turley.com I don’t know about you, but the thought Carrying gloves and a plastic bag for Turley Publications, Inc. cannot If you don’t already have a full 35 years that my great-great-great-grandchildren the trash that you find while you’re spend- of Social Security-covered earnings they assume liability for the loss of will be looking at the same garbage that ing time outdoors. photographs or other materials will still use 35 years in the benefit calcula- I’m looking at while enjoying time in the Organizing a cleanup day at your local submitted for publication. tion, adding $0 earnings for enough years to wilderness is not something that I can ac- trail. Materials will not be returned cept. And it makes no difference whether except upon specific request Please see SOCIAL SECURITY, Page 8 the garbage is “organic” or “artificial” – Please see MIDURA, Page 8 when submitted. The Register ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ Page 7 ◗ HAPPENINGS AT THE HUBBARD LIBRARY Register for all programs, including It revisits a time that we may not Roblox Club, Fridays 3-5 p.m. istrants. The library requires 6’ of outdoor ones, at hubbardlibrary.org, or want to forget. And it may prompt oth- for ages 8-18 distance between families, and masks call 413-583-3408. A link will be sent ers to wonder for themselves what trea- With multiple breakout rooms so we that remain over the nose and mouth prior to virtual events. Weather-related sures lurk in their own old family boxes, can match up kids by age and interests! for the entirety of the program for ev- announcements for outdoor events will and how they can share the information eryone 24 months old and up at all in be made on the library’s Facebook page with others. Registration is required to Star Wars Book Bundles for person programs. We have hay bales the morning of the program. receive the class link which will be sent kids and teens, now-May 7 to sit on (you may want to bring a on the day of the event. (This program Celebrate Star Wars Day, May the blanket to cover them), or feel free to FOR ADULTS is supported in part by a grant from the Fourth, with a bundle of books from the bring your own camp chairs. Ludlow Cultural Council, a local agen- library and an accompanying Foldable Virtual Meditation cy which is supported by the Mass Cul- Wookie Cootie Catcher craft. Answer RAMADAN BOOK BUNDLES Saturdays May 8 and tural Council, a state agency.) a brief survey to tell us how old your June 12 10:30 p.m. View more library programs and child or teenager is and we’ll hand-pick Pick up a book bundle of stories Join us to learn how to cultivate services at Hubbardlibrary.org. a selection of Star Wars-related stories, about Ramadan for children from our self love, self worth, confidence, com- graphic novels, and/or fan info books curbside service during the month of passion, focus, concentration, stress, FOR TEENS and for them! Go here for the survey: Ramadan. While supplies last. anxiety relief, and help with navigating tinyurl.com/Star-Wars-Book-Bundles difficult emotions and change. Please YA Jackbox Games Night, Mother’s Day Book Bundles register for each date separately. Thursdays 6:30-8 p.m. FOR CHILDREN Until May 8 Virtual Escape Room: Escape from Share what Mother’s Day is all Reconstructing History and Tatooine, Tuesday, May 18, 6:30 p.m. The Youth Room has transitioned about with a bundle of sweet, funny Genealogy: Mom’s WW II Use your wits, work with others, to hybrid programming for most of its books about mothers, accompanied by Letters, Virtual Event and solve clues to escape from Tatoo- children’s programs! a blank card and stickers for card mak- May 20 6:30 p.m. ine! Star Wars fans will especially love Most programs will now take place ing! In May 2017, Corinne Smith found this game, but anyone can play and in person outdoors on the library lawn May Book and Craft Pairing: 3D her mother’s stash of more than 80 let- have fun! You will need a device with a as weather allows. Online access will Hot Air Balloons with books about ters from16 servicemen she had corre- microphone and a camera to play. also be available for every program; colors! sponded with in 1944-1945. Corinne a Zoom link will be sent to all regis- Register for a book about colors began to trace the soldiers’ family trees FOR CHILDREN OR TEENS trants each week. In the event of bad and get a kit to make the craft when with one goal in mind: to return the let- weather, the program will take place you pick it up! ters in person to their children. This pre- Minecraft Club, Thursdays virtually, updates are posted on our sentation links history and genealogy to 3:30 pm. Facebook page the morning of the present-day research and diligence. For tweens and teens program and also emailed to all reg-

One of the most anticipated segments MILLS UPDATE from Page 1 ANNUAL MEETING from Page 1 which will determine if the town will of the plan is a $60 million renovation of establish annual expenditure limits al, all of those kinds of things,” DeBarge the former Mill 8 attached to the Clock- tic bags – the type typically used at for already established funds, such said. tower building by Wynn Development grocery stores and other retailers – will as CPR training ($5,000), vaccines Seeing progress on Ludlow Mills, Corp. When complete, the property will be banned within town limits. ($20,000), consultants ($50,000) and which began about 15 years ago, is espe- include a mix of market value, high-end Other decisions such as Article 4, more. cially meaningful for DeBarge, he said, apartments for people age 55 and older because he’s been able to see the trans- and affordable apartments for seniors as formation since the first load of dirt was well as retail space. unearthed back when he was still a po- Making a destination lice officer for the town. Another component is developing “I can remember when the first sign space for new breweries and restaurants. The Library Loft went up while I was on patrol saying this In addition to existing old mill space, Schoolhouse Commons Historical Center • 1085 Park Street, Palmer $300 million project was beginning,” another 60 acres of undeveloped prop- DeBarge said. “To see this thing grow erty at the end of Riverside Drive could from the beginning to where it is now is be turned into brewpubs or restaurants, We are celebrating our amazing.” along with the existing Iron Duke Brew- 20th year at the Schoolhouse Commons. Over the course of this year, workers ing, the area could become a tourist des- Thanks to our wonderful “friends,” volunteers and patrons. will install water and sewer lines, demol- tination. Hours: ish the old steam tunnel to make way “It could become Ludlow’s own little Tues. 10am - 4pm • Wed. 10am - 4pm for a pump station, and pave Riverside pub crawl,” DeBarge said. Thurs. 10am - 4pm • Fri. 10am-4pm Cultural arts venues might also even- Drive. A topcoat for the road won’t be Hope to see you there applied until spring 2022. tually be in the mix. All told, the proj- “This is the biggest construction project is expected to be a lasting economic Book donations will be accepted at the Palmer Public ect for the town in 2021,” DeBarge said. driver. “It’s been a long time coming, but “The tax revenue for all of this is Library or the Library Loft during open hours. we’re on the way.” going to be huge for Ludlow,” DeBarge Please, no magazines or Reader's Digest Condensed Books. While the COVID pandemic has hin- said. We accept books only in good, clean condition. dered the project by causing delays, the “Just the fact of taking a slew of silver lining is extra money to pay for buildings that have been dilapidated For more information call 283-3330 ext. 100 the work. Federal and state grants total- and going by the wayside, to renovate ing $7 million that help fund construc- all of this, I don’t think I can emphasize tion but were due to expire have been ex- enough how big this is for our town. Re- tended as part of government pandemic vitalizing is too small a word for what relief efforts, according to DeBarge. this represents.” Proceeds To Benefit the Palmer Public Library

WHITNEY PARK SUMMER PROGRAM Tell Us What The Ludlow Recreation Department Whitney Summer Program registration will begin April 26th, 2021. Registrations will be accepted from 8:30am-12:30pm. & 2:00pm-5:00pm. If registering between You Think 8:30-12:30 after 5/10 please call 413-583-8856 as the Clerk is not always in the office. The all day program will be offered to residential children ages 4-12. The days and hours will be Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with a fee of $385 for the first child, $335 for the second, and $310 for any additional children, all from the same family. Preschool Program will be offered to residential children ages 4-6 (must be toilet trained). The days and hours will be Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., with a fee of $335 for the first child, $305 for the second, and $275 for any additional children, all from the same family. Share your thoughts and suggestions There will be a $60 fee for Junior Counselors applications (ages 13-15) for the daily entrance to the pool. with our staff and your fellow readers. Fees for both programs include the daily entrance fee to the pool. For non resident fees (must Participate in our opinion pages, or contact us anytime with your feedback! “work” in Ludlow) please call the Recreation Office at 583-8856. Registration requires: 1) Two proofs of residency which states parents name and current address (no application will be given without proof of residency). 2) COPY of child’s CURRENT immunization The Register records (dated no later than last year). 3) Payment is either cash or money order – no personal Your Community Newspaper checks will be accepted. All necessary forms must be turned in at time of registration or you will be asked to return when you have them. www.register.turley.com [email protected] • 413.283.8393 All children are grouped according to present grade. ◗ Page 8 ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ The Register

from Page 1 help our global community but to show SENIORS GIFT how we can support the environment in Masks not required outdoors the resilience and strength this class has our local community.” demonstrated over the last year and a The longevity factor and symbolism half.” also appealed to the senior. per reopening guidance Dufour said the idea of planting a tree “A fruit tree is also a never-ending BOSTON – Effective April 30, gered starts after submitting safety was inspired by his current Environmen- gift,” Dufour said. masks and face coverings will no plans to a local board of health or the tal Science Teacher, Jennifer Jacobson “As long as it’s alive, the tree will pro- longer be required in most outdoor Department of Public Health. Youth “through the knowledge taught in her duce apples annually from the 2021 se- settings, the Baker-Polito Administra- and adult amateur sports tournaments class about the positive benefits to our en- nior class for present and future teachers tion recently announced. will be allowed for moderate and vironment when a tree is planted.” and students’ enjoyment, or to share with As part of the new guidance, face high risk sports. According to Jacobson, she and Du- others as small acts of kindness,” he said. coverings will only be required in Singing will be permitted indoors four share similar passions – spending “I also believe the tree symbolizes the outdoor settings in situations where with strict distancing requirements time outside and a love of gardening and hard year we’ve had with the COVID-19 physical distancing cannot be main- at performance venues, restaurants, landscaping – and was touched when pandemic and it shows how our class has tained or as part of other sector-spe- event venues and other businesses. learning she played a role in his class gift grown stronger. No matter where we go cific guidance. Subject to public health and vac- vision. after high school we will always be the Face coverings will still be re- cination data, gathering limits will in- “My goal for my environmental sci- Ludlow High School Class of 2021, and quired at all times in indoor pub- crease to 200 people indoors and 250 ence class is to help students learn about will always be close.” lic places. Face coverings will also people outdoors for event venues, topics that have direct influences in their And that’s not all. continue to be required at all times and public and private settings, effec- lives,” Jacobson said. “The apple tree will also bring natural at events, whether held indoors or tive May 29. “Jacob has shown genuine interest beauty to the area,” Dufour said. outdoors and whether held in a pub- Street festivals, parades and agri- in the environment and asks really good “I believe this tree demonstrates that lic space or private home, except for cultural festivals will be permitted at questions about why things happen the the most beautiful things are not neces- when eating or drinking. 50% of their previous capacity after way they do.” sarily what we can just buy or wear or At smaller gatherings in private submitting safety plans. Bars, beer As Dufour’s plan came closer to frui- drive, they are what we can grow and find homes, face coverings are recom- gardens, breweries, wineries and tion he approached his 11th grade Ameri- in nature.” mended but not required. The $300 distilleries will be subject to restau- can Literature teacher Keith Woodman to As Dufour and Woodman stood by fine as an enforcement mechanism rant rules with seated service only, ask if he would assist him with the plant- the apple tree and looked in the direc- will be eliminated, the administration 90-minute limits and no dance floors. ing of the apple tree. tion of the football field, one final sym- said. Also May 29, restaurant guidance “Jacob and I are both gardeners and bol was looking directly at them – as if to Additionally, the administration will be updated to eliminate the re- we enjoy watching plants grow,” Wood- be watching over the newly planted tree announced the state will reopen some quirement that food be served with man said. – the lion statue donated in 2000 by the outdoor Phase 4, Ste 2 industries be- alcohol and to increase maximum ta- “I think this is why he asked me if I’d Ludlow Soccer Boosters. ginning Monday, May 10. Further ble size to 10, subject to public health help him plant a tree as a senior gift, and “Something concrete looking over reopening will continue May 29 and and vaccination data. what tree would be best. We discussed something living,” remarked Woodman. Aug. 1. According to the Baker-Polito Ad- the symbolism behind trees and decided “It’s just another sign this apple tree was Effective May 10, large venues ministration, dance and night clubs, an apple tree would be most appropriate. meant to be here.” such as indoor and outdoor stadiums, saunas, fitness centers and health Jacob is a hard working, kind hearted, Dufour’s plan after graduation is to arenas and ballparks will be permit- clubs, indoor water parks and ball and thoughtful person,” Woodman added. join the International Union of Operating ted to increase capacity to 25%. Ad- pits will be permitted to open Aug. “I found it incredibly meaningful when Engineers Local 98 Apprenticeship Pro- ditionally, amusement parks, theme 1. The administration said industry he asked me to be a part of his vision.” gram to be educated in the safe and prop- parks and outdoor water parks will be restrictions and capacity limits are Dufour’s reason for choosing to plant er operations of construction equipment permitted to operate at 50% capacity. expected to be lifted, with businesses an apple tree was multilayered. to prepare him for a job in the construc- Road races and other large, out- encouraged to use best practices. “To be totally honest, at first I wanted tion industry operating large equipment. door organized amateur or profes- For complete guidance and more to plant an apple tree just because I love “I know to most people it’s not glam- sional group athletic events will be information regarding COVID-19 in apples,” he said. orous, but to me, it’s what I want to do,” permitted to take place with stag- Massachusetts, visit mass.gov. “But after speaking to Mr. Woodman he said. I decided the apple tree would be the “However, I will say my end dream is best choice for many reasons. I wanted to to be a monster truck driver like the infa- plant a tree at the high school to not only mous Dennis Anderson.”

CLOTHING DRIVE from Page 1 that will stay with them forever.” Londraville offered similar sentiments Cradles to Crayons inspired Londraville and said she is happy to have Favata on to host her own. her team and after reading his application “I’ve been with this organization for a form for Project 351, knew the nonprofit while now and after a drive we count how gained a selfless member. “His responses much we raise, but those bigger numbers were just so well written and passionate don’t even matter as much as the donat- about service,” Londraville said. “See- ed clothes,” Londraville said. “Any small ing someone at his age with the same donation means so much to the people kind of passion for service I have now, who are receiving it. One small bag of I just know that he is going to go so far clothes can touch so many people and with this program and he is already so can make them so happy. I just would involved with this project. I have nothing like people to just think about how many but good words to say about him.” people they could make happy with just a When May 10 arrives, Londraville bag of clothes.” said she is “looking forward to seeing Londraville is hosting this clothing how many people will engage and partic- drive with fellow member of Project 351 ipate. and eighth-grader Jack Favata, who will “I think it’s definitely hard during be monitoring the clothing drive at the COVID to get people to participate in middle school. Favata said what encour- these types of drives, ‘’ Londraville said. aged him to assist Londraville with the “No matter the outcome, how little or clothing drive was simply a chance to how small, even if I get the small number give back of donations I’ll be forever grateful.” CLUES ACROSS of due south 2. Polynesian island alliances “What I enjoy about getting back to Paul R. Baird Middle School is lo- 1. Engine additive 26. Japanese country 20. 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REGION – Though it came down to the last minute, the Massachusetts Interscholastic Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Athletic Association has ap- The Ludlow High School softball team warms up at practice last week. proved modifications for high LUDLOW – After no action at all school wrestling that will allow last year, Ludlow spring sports began for competition to take place last week. Teams were in full prac- during the spring season. tice mode with a quick turnaround Last Friday, the MIAA to games beginning this week. The Board of Directors held a spe- spring season will be played until the cial meeting to approve mod- end of June. ifications to the sport after the Office of Energy and Environ- mental Affairs officially cleared wrestling for Level 3 competition. Level 3 competition allows dual meets to take place. Wrestling is normally a winter sport, so participation will ul- timately be up to the individual schools. Some may or may not be participating due to numbers, especially with multiple sports going in the spring such as baseball, lacrosse, and track. Like all other high school sports, the MIAA is requiring wrestlers to wear face masks to participate. Wrestling is one of the most close contact sports that is offered for high school- ers, and officials deferred allow-

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Tri-County legend Oliveira passes away By Gregory A. Scibelli herst roster. He moved around of them even calling Olivei- [email protected] the league for 10 years before ra the “Godfather of Western coming to agreement for the Mass. Baseball.” PALMER – With just a St. Joseph’s Club to sponsor a Oliveira’s legendary status month to go before the season Tri-County team, and St. Jo- was confirmed just two years is set to begin, the Tri-County seph was once again a part ago when he was inducted into Baseball League, and the re- of the league after leaving it the Western Mass. Baseball gion at-large are mourning the for nearly 20 years. Oliveira Hall of Fame. loss of a league legend, as well served as a player-manager for While Oliveira at times had as a Western Massachusetts the team and became an active taken on a more reserve role, Baseball Hall of Famer. participant in the league’s lead- he still continued to actively Karl Oliveira, who played ership, serving as the league’s play in games at the age of 55. in the Tri-County League for secretary for many years. He would often play first base almost 40 years, passed away St. Joseph’s has been a or serve as a designated hit- at the age of 57. When news of mainstay in the league since ter for St. Joe’s, continuing to his passing began circulating that time. Oliveira enjoyed the play under the lights at the old Photo by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com last Monday, April 26, it was competition of the league as field in Thorndike. He was set Karl Oliveira, a Western Mass. Baseball Hall of Famer and longtime a shockwave throughout the well as participating in other to participate in the 2021 sea- player-manager for St. Joe’s of the Tri-County League, passed away entire Western Massachusetts baseball in the region, includ- son prior to his passing. Like last week at the age of 57. baseball community, including the Full Count League, many, the pandemic cancelled the league, of a team, of men, said Karl was a great part of ing his own team, and even his which was eventually absorbed his 2020 season and he was women, and children. And the league and someone he en- competition. by Tri-County. itching to get back on the field. above all, a true and sincere joyed playing against. Oliveira’s legacy in the Following news of his pass- “This is sad news,” said friend.” Tri-County League began ing, social media was flooded Bill Bathel, who previous- Tommy Bouvier, a mem- when he was just 17-years-old. with comments from his team- ly was a coach for DiFranco ber of his top competition over Please see OLIVEIRA, He made the Fenton’s of Am- mates to his competition, one Realty. “Karl was a leader of the past decade PeoplesBank, Page 14 ◗ Page 12 ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ The Register Pioneers ready to get back on the pitch By Tim Peterson loss to Reading United AC in the Confer- Sports Correspondent ence finals. The Pioneers are scheduled to return LUDLOW — After the 2020 soccer to action for the first time in almost two season was canceled due to the COVID-19 years by hosting Fall River FC in a friend- pandemic, the members of the Western ly at Lusitano Stadium at 7:30 p.m. on Fri- Mass. Pioneers and the New England day night. No Spectators will be allowed Mutiny are eager to start playing matches to attend the preseason match. again at historic Lusitano Stadium. There is a very good chance many of “Everyone has been impacted by the the Pioneers faithful supporters will be pandemic during the past year,” said Joe able to attend the first home match of the Ferrara Jr., the Pioneers first-year General regular season against the Seacoast United Manager and the Mutiny Managing Direc- Phantoms on May 21. A new state guide- tor. “The players and coaches from both line which goes into effect on May 10, teams are itching to get back out on the will increase the capacity from 12% to pitch and play some soccer. It should be 25% at all indoor and outdoor stadiums in another exciting season.” Massachusetts. The last time the Pioneers played a “We’re currently working with the Micah Umeh sends a shot away during a match at Lusitano Stadium was a 1-0 shut- Ludlow Board of Health on the situation, 2019 playoff. out victory versus Manhattan SC on July but we’re really hoping to welcome our Connecticut (July 2), and Black Rock FC 6, 2019. They then wrapped up the 2019 fans back to the stadium at some point this (July 9). regular season with a 2-1 win at Manhat- season,” Ferrara said. “We want everyone For more information about how to tan SC the following weekend. to feel safe at our matches. I feel like our purchase tickets online please visit wmpi- The Pioneers, who finished in first safety protocols are second to none. Sports oneers.com. place in the Northeast Division standings have always been an important part of our Federico Molinari, who’s a former Pi- with an 11-0-3 mark in 2019, began the community.” oneers player, returns as the head coach. 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The MIAA is encouraging each school WRESTLING from Page 11 to hold morning weigh-ins with no addi- OBITUARIES ing the sport to take place in the last pos- tional weigh-ins prior to the meet. A rule sible high school season in order to allow allowing the plus-three at night will not the vaccination effort to gain traction. be allowed for the modified season. William J. Byrne, 1942-2021 Among the highlighted rules for high Another big part of the wrestling sea- school wrestling, masks are not only re- son will be the possibility of competition DEATH taking place in the open air. Schools par- LUDLOW — William quired for the participants, but all those NOTICE involved, including coaches, facility per- ticipating in the wrestling season are be- J. Byrne, 78, of Ludlow, ing encouraged to hold meets outdoors. William J. Byrne, passed away peacefully on sonnel, and officials. Spectators will also likely be allowed in a limited capacity There are only a few major match 78 Wednesday, April 27, 2021. modifications that have been put in place. Died: April 27, 2021 Son of the late William with indoor gathering numbers of the increase beginning on May 10. There will be frequent sanitization of Services are Private and Katherine (Ripe) By- mats and for participants. Referees will rne, he was born on Sept. While many wrestlers are used to participating in large tournaments on the need to stop matches in instances where 22, 1942, in Pasadena, Ca- protective ear guards come off. There lif. William proudly served weekend, that will not be the case. There also will not be any dual meet tourna- will be no handshakes before, and after his country as a sergeant in matches. The referee will also only point The Ludlow Register the U.S. Air Force during ments. Only team versus team duals meets are allowed during the spring sea- to winners instead of raising their hands. the Vietnam War. He went Competitions for all spring sports, in- Obituary on to work as a chemical son, and at the most, three teams are allowed to participate in a given event. cluding wrestling, were set to start this mixer for Hampden Papers for many years week. Policy William is survived by his fiancée Cheryl Weigh-ins are a big part of the sport. Turley Publications Walker of Ludlow, his son Nathaniel Byrne of offers two types of Springfield; step-daughter Lori Kalita of Lud- low; his brother Tim Byrne of California and his PIONEERS from Page 12 The Mutiny played their home matches obituaries. sister-in-law Pamela Goudreau of Westfield. He at several different high school in Western One is a free, brief also leaves his grandson Kyle, nieces and neph- been working very well together during the Massachusetts, before moving to Lusitano Death Notice listing ews Scott, Michelle, Roxanne, AJ, Luke, Zachary, offseason. He has a passion for the game Stadium in 2019. of soccer. He also has a lot of international “The Mutiny had a great first season at the name of deceased, Tia and Jessica as well as a great-niece Savannah. He was predeceased by his wife Patricia Byrne in contacts.” Lusitano Stadium two years ago,” Ferrara date of death and 2003 and his brother Thomas Byrne. The Pioneers assistant coaches are Den- said. “We also had great weather for all of funeral date and place. All services are private. Kapinos-Mazur Fu- nis Gomes, Jay Willis, and John Voight. our home games, which helped bring even The other is a Paid neral Home is in charge of arrangements. For A couple of returning Pioneers play- more fans to our games.” Obituary, costing more information, go to kapinosmazurfh.com. ers are Guillermo Deal, Blake Mullen, The Mutiny, who celebrated their 20th Connor Hicks, and Maxi Viera, who’s the season in 2019, finished the regular season $120, which allows girls’ varsity soccer coach at Ludlow High with an 8-0-2 record. families to publish School. Just like the Pioneers, the Mutiny fin- extended death notice OLIVIERA from Page 11 Viera and Deal were two of the nine ished in first place in the league standings information of their players from Uruguay listed on the Pio- and advanced into the Eastern Confer- own choice and may “It’s a huge loss for the league and for the neers 2019 roster. There were also players ence finals of the United Women’s Soccer Town of Palmer,” said Bouvier. “He was one of include a photograph. from France, Spain, and Argentina, which league. the most committed people I have ever met.” is Molinari’s home country. After defeating the Long Island Rough Death Notices & Oliveira’s life was celebrated earlier this week. Paid Obituaries “We do have a lot of international play- Riders, 3-0, at home in the semifinals, the “You are an inspiration to all baseball lovers,” ers on this year’s roster,” Ferrara said. “A Mutiny’s outstanding season come to an should be said Brian Hayes. “You live by simple rules, balls couple of the foreign players are mem- end following a 2-1 loss to the Lancaster submitted through a and strikes, fair or foul. I loved being your team- bers of a college soccer team in the United Inferno at the stadium two days later. funeral home to: mate and loved competing against you. For the States. Some of them are looking for pro- Jeb Booth returns as the Mutiny head [email protected]. past 20 years I’ve watched you share your great- fessional opportunities.” coach following a very successful first sea- ness with us. Thank you, and thank you to your Mullen, who’s from Manchester, Con- son at the helm. Exceptions will be made family for sharing.” only when the family necticut, was the Pioneers starting goal- “Jeb is an outstanding soccer coach, provides a death certificate keeper in 2019. He only allowed seven and he loves coaching this team,” Ferrara and must be pre-paid. goals during the regular season and was se- said. “All of the players respect him.” lected to the All-League team. He also re- Matt Johnson, who coached the AIC ceived the USL League Two Golden Glove women’s soccer team for nine seasons and Award. is the first-year head women’s soccer coach Back in 2016, Hicks, who graduat- Cemetery Memorials ✦ Markers at Franklin Pierce, will be an assistant ed from Monson High School, scored the coach for the Mutiny this season. Granite Benches game winning goal in overtime against Co- While the Pioneers roster is made up of Religious Statuary ✦ Outdoor Display hasset in the Division 4 state championship mostly international players, most of the MEMORIALS match. Hicks is also a member of the AIC Mutiny players are from Western Massa- RAY HALUCH INC. men’s soccer team. chusetts. haluchsmemorials.com 1014 Center St ❙ Ludlow, MA ❙ 583-6508 “The talent pool has been rich in this area during the past couple of seasons.,” Ferrara said. “We have players from ten different communities in Western Mass.” A few of the local Mutiny players are SympathyCustom & Floral Traditional Arrangements Designs Jocelyn Trajkovski (Ludlow), Trystin Burg- Randalls Farm & Greenhouse er (Granby), Kayla Henry (Belchertown), 631 Center Street, Ludlow Hope Santaniello (Agawam), Laura Gouvin 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net (Monson), Alexis Legowski (South Had- ley), Lily Fabian (Monson), Brooke Mur- phy (Monson), Nissa Pereira (Ludlow) and Ela Kopec (Ludlow). LUDLOW MEMORIAL COMPANY INC. The Mutiny home opener is scheduled Celebrating over 60 Years in Business ~ The Trusz Family to be against the Scorpions SC, who are ❖ Benches ❖ Statues ❖ Monuments ❖ Custom Design Work a first-year team from the Boston area, on May 15. ❖ Plot Maintenance ❖ Bronze Plaques ❖ Cleaning ❖ Markers ❖ Vases Their other home matches, which will ❖ On-Site Lettering ❖ Restorations ❖ Cemetery Signage ❖ Granite Signs all begin at 7 p.m., are against CT Rush 201 East St., Ludlow, MA 01056 ❖ www.ludlowmemorialcompany.com (May 22), NJ Copa FC (June 5), Syracuse ❖ ❖ Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com DA (June 19), and the L.I. Rough Riders 413-589-7564 Office 413-589-7588 Fax 413-531-5360 Ben Brewster starts a move up the field. (July 10). The Pioneers will be back in 2021. If fans are allowed to attend soccer matches at Lu- sitano Stadium this season, it’ll NOTICE be a good sign ERRORS: Each advertis- that things are fi- er is requested to check nally getting back their advertisement the to normal again. first time it appears. The home fans also help energize This paper will not be both the Pioneers responsible for more and Mutiny play- than one corrected in- ers. sertion, nor will be li- able for any error in Several defenders an advertisement to a create a way to greater extent than the block a free kick. cost of the space occu- The season kicks off this week pied by the item in the with an exhibition advertisement. match. The Register ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ Page 15 ◗ Community rallying around family displaced by devastating fire By Jonah Snowden family in the community,” Lemire said. [email protected] “They’re just in shock at the way people are rallying around them.” MONSON – A family that fled a dev- Another way residents can help is astating house fire that Ludlow firefighters by dropping off gift cards or checks to helped extinguish after working through the Monson Town Hall Dropbox, on 110 the night last week, is starting to rebound Main St. If anyone would like to mail with help from the community. their donation, Buswell-Sauriol said it Assistant to the Monson Town Clerk should be sent to the same address and Jo Buswell-Sauriol, Kristen Lemire and have town clerk’s office written as the des- others are asking for residents to assist tination. the Mello-Sattler family, which lost their Buswell-Sauriol said gift cards from home to a fire on April 27. Neither the Walmart, Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx, family nor any of the several dozen fire- Amazon, CVS and Walgreens would be fighters who worked through the night and appreciated. The Monson Speaks Face- into the morning battling the blaze were book page will provide updates. injured, but the home on Hovey Road was Donations can also be given on a go- a complete loss. fundme page titled, “Help Sattler-Mello The Palmer, Bondsville, Holland, and Family.” Ludlow fire departments were among Monson Fire Chief Brian Harris said those that responded. the fire at the Hovey road home was re- The family’s only possessions not con- ported at 8:40 p.m. and the first firefighters sumed by the fire was the clothes on their arrived in about 12 minutes. Hindering the backs when then fled the home. operation was the need for tanker trucks to Buswell-Sauriol said what they are make several mile-long trips to a pond for doing is making sure the family has their Courtesy Photo: more water because there are no fire hy- most immediate needs met. One way this The Mello-Sattler family, (from left) Anthony, Raquel, Alina and Lucia, recently lost their drants in the area. Also, it was difficult for is being done is through the Meal Train home to a fire and can use donations of gift cards and cash while recovering rom the the trucks to travel in opposite directions page called “The Mello Sattler Family,” loss. on the narrow road. It took about 30,000 where people can provide monetary do- card. People are also welcome to volunteer days of May, but plans on “adding more gallons of water to put down the blaze, nations, participate in the organized meal and put together meals for the family and drop off dates,” soon. Harris said. drop off and more. drop them on the dates and times listed on She also said the Mello-Sattler Fam- The fire’s origin was a grill on a deck, On the Meal Train website, anyone is the page. ily is appreciative for the assistance they Harris said. In all, approximately 50 fire- welcome do provide a monetary donation, Meal Train page organizer Kristen have received so far. “They’re grateful for fighters were involved in the operation, donate a local restaurant or Grubhub gift Lemire said she only included the few the outpouring of support from friends and which ended at around 4 a.m.

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com, explaining why you are having a difficult -fi also for those who can help lead others in their EVENTS: nancial need in a brief explanation. This is all pos- recovery by example. This meeting in no way BOOK VS MOVIE JANUARY ALL MONTH LONG! sible thanks to all the players in the first r. Hockey replaces professional therapies. It is a time for Looking for some entertainment this winter? PARKING LOT SALE: New Kids Clothing, infant Foundation golf tournament held at Cold Springs sharing strength, encouragement and hope. No E-visit the Hubbard Library or come in to see their to Size 12, Fabric and yarn, soup to-go and sweet G.C. fees. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. month-long display of book and movie pack com- treats – all at ready to sell great prices at First Pre-packaged snacks are available. Small group bos available for check-out. Read the book then Church in Ludlow 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 15. Rain FREE FOOD PROGRAM: The Massachusetts structure based in basic Christian principles, watch the movie and you decide, which is better? date is May 22. Military Support Foundation has found a way to concept, purposes and confidentiality. COVID-19 The combos are viewable on the library’s website get food to families that need it. The Farmers to guidelines are observed. Masks required. 6:30- and Facebook page and you can request titles via MEATLOAF DINNER: The Sgt. Joshua D. Des- Families program, set up by the U.S. Department 8 p.m. every Monday at Fellowship Hall in Faith phone or e-mail for curb-side pick-up, while sup- forges VFW Post 3236 and Ludlow Lodge of Elks of Agriculture, is part of a Coronavirus Food Assis- Community Chapel, 485 East Street in Ludlow. plies last! There are selections for all ages. 2448 are selling meatloaf dinners 5-7 p.m. Mon- tance Program that help people all over the nation Parking lot behind Chapel. Fellowship Hall en- day, May 17, at the Elks Lodge, 69 Chapin Street. and has a site in Springfield open to all residents. trance at back of Chapel. Seating is limited. To Editor’s note: As towns, schools and clubs $10 each or $25 for “family of four” meal deal. The program will supply food kits with fresh fruits reserve yours, call 413- 519-4591. continue to assess the threat posed by corona- Pick-up only, though delivery for some home- and vegetables, dairy products and meat products virus, many are making the decision to cancel or bound residents could be arranged. Order by that distributes package into family-sized boxes. WESTERN MASS RELICS SENIOR SOFTBALL postpone their public events, often with little no- by May 14 by calling 413-893-8800 or email You can register for your food kit at mmsfi.org. LEAGUE. Slow pitch with two divisions (50-plus tice. [email protected]. On the website choose “Springfield, Ma” as your and 65-plus). All games played at the Ludlow Fish The Register will inform readers about can- pick up site and sign-up. Register for one week & Game Club from May to Labor Day. Registration cellations when known and when the newspa- or all four with easy one time registration. Food forms and information available at wmassrelics. per’s weekly deadline will permit, but readers kit includes fresh dairy, protein, and produce to- com. should be aware of the possibility that events ONGOING: taling 30+ pounds of food. Military families are featured in the printed newspaper, including those encouraged to sign-up but registration is open to QUABBIN VALLEY TWIRLERS If you missed previewed in stories, briefs and on the calendar AQUACISE IS BACK: The Ludlow Community the public. the first lessons in the fall, now is the time to page, may be canceled without enough notice to Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club at 91 Claudia’s give yourself a gift of dancing enjoyment for the print an update. The Register encourages readers Way,has brought back Aquacise 8-8:45 a.m. SUPPORT FOR FAMILY MEMBERS: The Mi- coming holiday time. Do you want some exer- to contact event coordinators and organizers to Mondays and Wednesdays. Aquacise is a low-im- chael J. Dias Support Group meets 6-7:15 p.m. cise, mental acuity, and lots of fun with great confirm that it is still taking place before attend- pact, full-body workout performed in the water to on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month people? Try our national folk dance, square dancing. put less stress on your joints and muscles while at Gremio Lusitano Field (first building on the ing with the Quabbin Valley Twirlers. They dance building strength. left). Education, resources, peer support, and in Belchertown and Ludlow with Sunday and To reserve a spot visit ludlowbgc.org and TRIPS in 2021-’22 hope for parents and family members coping Wednesday evenings available. For more informa- click on Adult Programs, or call Matt Thompson with a loved one with a substance use disor- tion, call Gloria or Fran at 413-467-3352. The following trips are being offered by Jim at 413-583-2072, ext. 122. For updates on the der. Anyone needing help is welcome to attend. Martin in 2021: Vermont (July 26-29), L.A., San facility, register on the website to receive Club Masks are required and we will be seated six BIBLE STUDY: A weekly Bible study led Diego & Palm Springs (Sept. 8-15) and San An- emails. The Club continues to make health and feet apart. For more information, call Maureen at by Ludlow resident Hank Bastos takes place tonio Holiday (Dec. 1-5). In 2022: South Africa safety its No. 1 priority to ensure all visitors who 413-563-6226. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at 485 East St., Ludlow. with Safaris & Victoria Falls (April 5-17), Danube enter the building have a clean and safe environ- Call 413-348-6487 for more information. River Cruise with the Oberammergau Passion ment. H.O.P.E. RECOVERY GROUP: Having Our Path- Play (May 16-26) and Portugal and Its Islands ways Encouraged meetings are for those who SHARE YOUR SIGHT. Volunteer to read, shop (early September). For more information, please HELP WITH HOCKEY EXPENSES: Thanks to the have experience with addictions, grief, anxiety or walk with a blind or vision impaired person in call 413-583-6339 or email jameslmartin47@ Antonio Costa Mr. Hockey Foundation, financial and depression, (including anxiety and depres- your community. Call the Massachusetts Associa- gmail.com. help to parents having a difficult time financially sion due to COVID-19) and for loved ones who tion for the Blind and Visually Impaired at 1-888- to keep up with expenses for hockey is available. might need help in their recovery. This group is 613-2777 for details. To apply, send an email to maxinecosta1@gmail. Minority Contractors United DIRECTORY event May 14 CHRIST THE KING CHURCH FAITH COMMUNITY CHAPEL ORCHARD COVENANT CHURCH 41 Warsaw Ave., Ludlow 485 EAST ST. LUDLOW, MA 01056 95 BERKSHIRE STREET SPRINGFIELD — The Minority 413-583-2630 413-583-7875 INDIAN ORCHARD, MA 01151 Contractors United Association is hold- Pastor Rev. Raymond A. Soltys WWW.FAITHCOMMUNITYCHAPEL.ORG 413-543-4204 ing a fundraiser 5-8 p.m. May 14 at Cozy Saturday Vigil Masses – 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. PASTOR JON P. SCOTT Pastors Nick and Karen Munn Pavilion, 668 State Street in Springfield. Sunday Masses – 7:30 a.m.; 8:45 a.m. (Polish); Sunday Services: In-person Sunday Worship at 10am, or “We are looking to raise funds for 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Live stream from our website more youth programing not to mention Sunday Evening Mass – 5:30 p.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. See www.orchardcovenant.org for more information. updating our resource center with the OTHER PROGRAMS: most up to date tools to allow for better IMMACUAATE CONCEPTION CHURCH TUESDAYS @ 3:30 p.m. – MEN’S MEETING, FIRST CHURCH IN LUDLOW workshops for minority contractors,” ac- 25 Parker St, Indian Orchard, St. Francis 859 Center St. cording to a statement from the organiza- 413-543-3627 TUESDAYS @ 7:00 p.m. – BIBLE STUDY ON ZOOM Ludlow, MA 01056 tion. Pastor Rev. Jeffrey Ballou WEDNESDAYS @ 7:00 p.m. –Ludlow Christian 413-583-3339 The MCUA is a Massachusetts 501c3 Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Reverend Donald Fellowship meeting not-for- profit business that servers as a 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (closed on Wednesday) in St. Francis Hall & on Zoom, Leader Hank Bastos Fenestre-Marek , Pastor Saturday Vigil Mass—5:30 p.m. (English) (413-348-6487) Sunday Services 9 am clearinghouse for minority owned busi- Sunday Mass--10 a.m. (Polish/English) https://ludlowfellowship.org/ Website: www.ludlowfirst.com nesses, including veteran, disabled, men, Monday through Saturday— 8 a.m. See Facebook for up to date schedules, Zoom meet- Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstchurchludlow/ women, and LBGTQ-owned businesses – Vigil Mass for Holy Day of Obligation- 7 p.m. ings, and Facebook services: founded to provide entrepreneurial read- Holy Day of Obligation Masses— 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Faith Community Chapel, A Church of the Nazarene @ STS. PETER AND PAUL UKRAINIAN iness workshops, construction readiness Confessions: Saturday—5 p.m.-5:20 p.m. faithcommunitychapel.org CATHOLIC CHURCH and workforce development programs, and 45 Newbury St. along with co-op workspace to encour- OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH Ludlow Christian Fellowship (@ludlowfellowship) Ludlow, MA 01056 age new business start-ups, expanding 438 Winsor St., Ludlow Phone: 413-583-2140 businesses, and businesses in need in 413-583-2312 ST. ELIZABETH PARISH Pastor: Father Andriy Krip Western Massachusetts by providing ac- Father Vitor Oliveira 191 Hubbard St., Ludlow Liturgy schedule: cess to contract and resource opportuni- Office hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. 413-583-3467 Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p..m., closed 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. ties. Pastor – Rev. Msgr. Homer P. Gosselin Friday 8:30 a.m. Sunday Masses – 9 a.m. (Portuguese); Hosted by Robert “Cee” Jackson, an In Residence – Rev. Norman Bolton Sunday 8 a.m 11 a.m. (English) advocate for MCUA and minority con- Deacons, Normand Grondin, Thomas Rickson, Monday and Wednesday Morning tractors for many years, guest speakers Keith Davies THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Masses – 8:30 a.m. (Portuguese) are Lisa Thompson, president of 3L Con- Office Hours – Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Tuesday and Friday Masses – 5:30 p.m. (Portuguese) crete of Springfield, Mass. Sen. Adam Visit our website at stelizabethludlow.org 584 West St., Ludlow Saturday Vigil Mass – 4 p.m. (English) Gomez, Springfield City Councilman Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram 413-583-8454 First Saturday of the Month – 8:30 a.m. Marcus J. Williams, and state Rep. Bud Check out our Parish App S Sunday services For more information, visit Williams. Wednesday, May 5 – Daily Mass – 7:30am – (C), Bible Sacrament Meeting 10- 11 A.M. ourladyoffatimaparish.org. Sunday school for adults, Young single adults( 18-30) MCUA is located at 813 State Street Study 9 a.m. – (FLBH), Youth Group – 3:30 p.m. (JR), Springfield Massachusetts, which serves Scouts 6:30 p.m.– (FLBH/ER), and teens ( 11-18 )- 1st & 3rd Sunday of UNION CHURCH OF CHRIST as a multi-business use economic de- Thursday, May 6 – Daily Mass – 7:30 a.m. – (C), 7 the month from 11-12 noon (United Church of Christ) p.m. – Knights of Columbus – (FLBH) Adult Religious/Marriage and Parenting for Women- velopment center that provides new and 51 Center St., Ludlow Friday, May 7 – Daily Mass – 7:30 a.m. – (C), 4 p.m. – 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month from 11-12 noon emerging compatible new business start- 413-583-5717 First Communion Rehearsal – (C) Adult Religious/Marriage and Parenting for Men- 2nd ups, expanding businesses, and business- Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey K. Erb Saturday, May 8 – First Communion – 9 a.m. – (C, and 4th Sunday of the month from 11-12 noon es in need in Springfield’s Mason Square Worship Service and Sunday School: Sunday, 10 a.m. First Communion – 11 a.m. – (C), First Communion Classes for Single Adults(18-30)- 2nd & 4th Sunday and surrounding areas. The business (Fellowship hour following) – 1 p.m. – (C), Confessions - 2 p.m.- (JR), Mass - 4 of the month -11- 12 noon space includes facility space, shared use Office Hours: Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon p.m. – (C) Classes for Young Men( 11-18)- 2nd & 4th Sunday of common office equipment, public-ac- Choir Practice: Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday, May 9 – Mass – 7:30 a.m. Mass – (C), 9:15 of the month 11-12 noon cess computers, meeting spaces, direct a.m. Mass – (C), 11 a.m., Mass – (C), 5 p.m.- Mass Classes for Young Women ( 11-18)- 2nd & 4th Sunday business assistance, mentoring, network- - (C) of the month - 11-12 noon ing to capital and other technical resourc- Monday, May 10 – Daily Mass – 7:30 a.m. – (C), Children’s classes: Sunday school & singing time es. Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C – 1 p.m. – (ER) every Sunday( 3-10 ) 11- 12 noon For tickets and more information, go Tuesday, May 11 – Daily Mass – 7:30 a.m. – (C), 6:30 Nursery providedfor ages 18 month- 3 yr to minoritycontractorsunited.org/Fund- p.m. – Bereavement Support Group – (JR). raiser. The Register ❙ May 5, 2021 ❙ Page 17 ◗ PUBLIC NOTICES

LUDLOW of 615 Fuller Street Ludlow, The hearing will be CITATION ON obtain a copy of the Petition A Personal Representati ve PLANNING BOARD MA (Assessors’ Map 9, Parcel available for viewing on PETITION FOR from the Petitioner or at the appointed under the MUPC in LEGAL NOTICE 54) for: estate lot. The plans, Cable Access Channel 191. FORMAL Court. You have a right to an unsupervised administra- SITE SKETCH if applicable, can be viewed Instructions for Live Stream ADJUDICATION object to this proceeding. To tion is not required to file an The Ludlow Planning on the Planning Board web via LCTV’s Website are avail- To all interested persons: do so, you or your attorney inventory or annual accounts Board will hold a public hear- site: www.ludlow.ma.us/html/ able on the home page of the A Petition for Formal must file a written appearance with the Court. Persons inter- ing in Ludlow Town Hall, planning Town’s Website. 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Commonwealth of Springfield, MA has been and to obtain orders terminat- FORMAL Court. You have a right to A Personal Representative Massachusetts informally appointed as the ing or restricting the powers ADJUDICATION object to this proceeding. To appointed under the MUPC in The Trial Court Personal Representative of the of Personal Representatives To all interested persons: do so, you or your attorney an unsupervised administra- Probate and Family Court estate to serve without surety appointed under informal pro- A Petition for Late and must file a written appearance tion is not required to file an Hampden Division on the bond. cedure. A copy of the Petition Limited Formal Testacy and objection at this Court inventory or annual accounts 50 State Street The estate is being and Will, if any, can be and/or Appointment before: 10:00 a.m. on the with the Court. Persons inter- Springfield, MA 01103 administered under informal obtained from the Petitioner . has been filed by Susan return day of 05/26/2021. ested in the estate are entitled (413)748-8600 procedure by the Personal 05/05/2021 Manewich of Ludlow, MA This is NOT a hearing to notice regarding the admin- Docket No. HD21P0724EA Representative under the requesting that the Court enter date, but a deadline by which istration directly from the Estate of: Massachusetts Uniform Pro Commonwealth of a formal Decree and Order you must file a written appear- Personal Representative and Lucy M. Konieczny bate Code without supervision Massachusetts and for such other relief as ance and objection if you may petition the Court in any Also Known As: by the Court. Inventory and The Trial Court requested in the Petition. object to this proceeding. If matter relating to the estate, Leokadaya M. Konieczny accounts are not required to Hampden Probate and The Petitioner requests you fail to file a timely writ- including the distribution of a/k/a Leokadja M. be filed with the Court, but Family Court that: Susan Manewich of ten appearance and objection assets and expenses of admin- Konieczny interested parties are entitled 50 State Street Ludlow, MA and James J followed by an Affidavit of istration. Date of Death: 2/12/2021 to notice regarding the admin- Springfield, MA 01103 Manewich, Jr. of Ludlow, Objections within thirty (30) WITNESS, Hon. Barbara INFORMAL PROBATE istration from the Personal (413)748-7758 MA be appointed as Personal days of the return day, action M Hyland, First Justice of PUBLICATION NOTICE Representati ve and can peti- Docket No. HD21P0163EA Representative(s) of said est may be taken without further this Court. To all persons interested in tion the Court in any matter Estate of: ate to serve Without Surety notice to you. Date: April 28, 2021 the above captioned estate, by relating to the estate, includ- James John Manewich on the bond in an unsuper- UNSUPERVISED Rosemary A Saccomani Petition of Petitioner Joanne ing distribution of assets and Also known as: vised administration. ADMINISTRATION Register of Probate K. Sharpe of Springfield, MA expenses of administration. James J Manewich, Sr. IMPORTANT NOTICE UNDER THE 05/05/2021 a Will has been admitted to Inter ested parties are enti- Date of Death: 03/04/2017 You have the right to MASSACHUSETTS informal probate. tled to petition the Court to CITATION ON obtain a copy of the Petition UNIFORM PROBATE Joanne K. Sharpe of institute formal proceedings PETITION FOR from the Petitioner or at the CODE (MUPC)

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