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July 22, 2021 ❙ Vol. 43, No. 21 ❙ $1.00 www.agawamadvertisernews.turley.com City council Parks and Recreation department concerned about hopeful performances will happen By Shelby Macri impact of Carvana [email protected] AGAWAM – The town saw an By Gregory A. Scibelli in any way with the affairs of excessive amount of rainfall last [email protected] neighboring communities, weekend among the rest of this there are legitimate areas of month, which has caused the AGAWAM – After some concern about this project for return of summer concerts this consideration, a resolution op- Agawam. year as well as other scheduling position the Carvana project In Southwick, the proposal issues. in the Town of Southwick was is calling for a 200,000-square The Agawam Parks and Rec- changed to an express of con- foot facility. There would be reation Department is holding cern. room on the proposed site for summer concerts again this year, Last Monday night, the 8,200 cars and would gener- but the first two were cancelled Agawam City Council moved ate an estimated 2,600 vehicle due to rain. Parks and Recre- to advance a resolution field trips per day through the area, ation Director Chris Sparks said by Councilors Anthony Suffriti including 90 trips by car car- the summer concerts will not and Rosemary Sandlin to op- riers. There are 400 employees have rain dates and will not be pose a massive Carvana main- working in two shifts sched- made up later this summer. The tenance, repair, and prepara- uled for the facility. The facility concert list will continue as nor- tion facility in Southwick due would be used by Carvana to mal and the next concert will be to the adverse effects it could fix, maintain, wash, and pre- Wednesday, July 21, and the last have in the Feeding Hills sec- pare cars for sale through its concert of this month is the fol- tion of Agawam. online buying format. lowing Wednesday, July 28. Al- With a public hearing “Based on the information though the concerts cancelled scheduled to take place earlier and data brought forward,” won’t be rescheduled this year; this week, the council decided said Suffriti. “It’s going to give Sparks said the department of- to move on the resolution rath- Agawam and the Feeding Hills fers the cancelled bands a spot to er than waiting the standard area a negative impact due play again next year. As for the KidsFest perfor- time period of one meeting to to the traffic. There are two The pool at Perry Lane school is back open this year, though the poor weather has act on it. schools in that area.” mances; they will be held rain or shine at the School Street Park caused it to be closed down at times. The Parks and Recreation department is deal- While it is unusual for ing with multiple closures and postponements due to the poor weather. towns to weigh in or meddle CARVANA ❙ page 5 PARKS ❙ page 5 PHOTO BY GREGORY A. SCIBELLI Stormy weather continues

AGAWAM – Humid, stormy weather continued into last week, The water level has raised docks on the river. PHOTOS BY GREGORY A. SCIBELLI though Agawam saw some of the worst of it with multiple storms over seven days. The storms have brought torrential down- pours, thunder and lightning, flash floods, street flooding, and raised the level of the Connecti- cut River as well as other several other stream and brooks. The rains have also caused basement flooding and roof leaks. The De- partment of Public Works has been out working hard to pick up debris and clean out overused and clogged storm drains.

The level of the Connecticut River has risen significantly. The water levels throughout town has caused washouts and minor flooding.

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AGAWAM – The West of the River Cham- nomic activity. the rescinded restrictions, outdoor dining This project is being funded by a Region- ber of Commerce, in collaboration with “413 Let’s Go Out” inspires foodies and momentum, and growing indoor dining al Pilot Project Program Grant awarded 11 other chambers in Franklin, Hampden, residents in the 4-1-3 area code to take the comfort. “413 Let’s Go Out” is supported to the Greater Northampton Chamber of and Hampshire counties, is pleased to an- pledge to help save our local restaurants. by a robust marketing plan that includes Commerce and the Downtown Northamp- nounce the launch of the “413 Let’s Go Out” The pledge is to join with 4 friends and each streaming TV ads, digital banner ads, radio ton Association by the Massachusetts Of- restaurant campaign to encourage support order at least 1 restaurant meal per week for spots, print ads, and social media, along fice of Business Development in conjunc- of restaurants throughout the region. The 3 months. To participate, individuals can with gift card prizes and giveaways from tion with the Executive Office of Housing campaign will run July 1 to Sept. 30 and will go to a dedicated website — 413letsgoout. participating chambers and local restau- and Economic Development. The goal of amplify the statewide “Let’s Go Out” cam- com — and submit their name and email rants. The 413letsgoout.com website fea- the pilot program is to encourage munici- paign to raise public awareness about the address, which makes them eligible to win tures the pledge form and a directory of palities and organizations to work together importance of supporting our local restau- one of 12 weekly $25 gift card giveaways. restaurants affiliated with each participat- to create solutions for recovery in their spe- rants and the role they play in driving eco- The campaign is timed to coincide with ing chamber. cific economies. Shop local in support of Benefit beer tasting local historic landmark event returns July 30 Captain Charles Leonard House cor; jewelry; customized accessories; skin, AGAWAM – A popular summertime supporters of the Captain Charles Leon- beauty, and nail care products; baby items; event will return to the grounds of Aga- ard House and have hosted this summer hosts local small businesses at and pet gear. Refreshments will be also be wam’s historic Captain Charles Leonard tasting event and an annual fall beer and Summer Shopping Bazaar available. House on Friday evening, July 30, 2021, wine tasting at the house for years. The Income from space rental will aid in after a two-year absence due to pan- tastings are among several fundraising AGAWAM – The Captain Charles Leon- the preservation of the Captain Charles demic restrictions. The summer craft events held each year at the Captain ard House will be the site of an open-air Leonard House, which was built in 1805 as beer tasting and barbecue fundraising Charles Leonard House to aid in its pres- Summer Shopping Bazaar on Sunday, a stage tavern. Tours of the National Reg- event, last held in 2019, will take place ervation. Aug. 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The ister-listed structure will be offered. The from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is expected The Captain Charles Leonard House event will take place rain or shine, un- Captain Charles Leonard House was also to attract a large crowd. McCarthy’s Li- was also recently awarded a grant from der the tent on the grounds of Agawam’s recently awarded a grant from the Commu- quor of Agawam is presenting the event, the Community Preservation Act Com- historic community house located at 663 nity Preservation Act Committee to con- which will be held rain or shine under mittee to conduct a comprehensive con- Main Street, Agawam. duct a comprehensive conditions assess- tents. Featured will be a large variety of ditions assessment report and preserva- More than 30 local small business own- ment report and preservation plan. local and craft beers for sampling, along tion plan. ers, vendors, and crafters will offer a huge Additional information about the Sum- with pulled pork sliders and homemade Tickets to the event are available at variety of unique, homemade, and cus- mer Shopping Bazaar, the Captain Charles mac & cheese from Joey’s Deli & Market McCarthy’s Liquors, 430 Main Street, tomized products: cooking and kitchen Leonard House, and other events, can be in Feeding Hills, all included in the $40 Agawam or by calling the Captain products; personalized home decor; home- found at Facebook.com/captainleonard- ticket price. Proceeds from the event are Charles Leonard House at 413-786-9421. made bird baths, bird houses and yard de- house. being generously donated to the Captain You must be at least 21 years old with a Charles Leonard House by the McCarthy valid ID to attend this event. Additional family to aid in the preservation of the information about this and other events, 216-year-old structure, located at 663 and the Captain Charles Leonard House Main Street, Agawam. can be found at Facebook.com/captain- Company celebrates period The McCarthys have been longtime leonardhouse. of growth, advancements Goo Goo Dolls set to perform AGAWAM – DFF Corporation, a Mas- we were largely unaffected by the pan- sachusetts-based company specializing in demic. While so many others were forced medium to high production of precision to make difficult decisions, we saw tre- at Big E, tickets on sale Friday machined components and electrome- mendous growth and with the dedication chanical assembly products, continues of our team, our introduction into new WEST SPRINGFIELD – Multi-plati- Boxes received critical acclaim upon its an extended period of growth: integrating industries and markets, and with our in- num, Grammy-nominated band Goo Goo release in 2016. new technologies, adding to its customer creased capacity, we remain on an upward Dolls will perform at The Big E Arena, Following a sold-out 2018 20th anni- portfolio and expanding its manufacturing trajectory.” sponsored by Truly Hard Seltzer, Friday, versary tour in celebration of Dizzy Up facility and workforce. With a focus on quality and to deliver Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Fri- The Girl, Goo Goo Dolls wrote and re- Headquartered in Agawam, DFF began real-time results, DFF recently invested day, July 23 at 10 a.m., exclusively at The- corded their 12th full-length album, Mir- as a 2,000-square-foot building but as cli- in a digital GEMBA Board. The tool has BigE.com. Concert tickets include admis- acle Pill—igniting a bold and bright new ent demand increased, a facility expansion proven invaluable as a real-time indicator sion to The Big E when purchased prior to era in the process. In fall 2020, the band became necessary. A recent construction of key factory metrics around safety, qual- the show date. began a new chapter with the debut of project added two buildings, increased the ity, delivery, cost and inventory that offers Goo Goo Dolls, formed in Buffalo, NY their first-ever holiday LP, It’s Christmas total square footage to 300,000 and made quick visual drill-downs into any custom- by John Rzeznik and Robby Takac, quiet- All Over, and most recently released their way for the addition of 30 large CNC ma- er, project or part. This visibility helps to ly broke records, contributed a string of brand-new compilation record Rarities; chines. Now, another 60,000-square-foot control project projections, scheduling staples to the American songbook, con- a double album filled with rare and nev- expansion is planned in the later this year. and the purchasing of raw materials, help- nected to millions of fans and indelibly er-before-heard songs from the band’s 350 employees strong, DFF recent- ing to streamline efficiencies and more -ac impacted popular music for more than career spanning 1995 to 2007. ly added a third production shift and is curately forecast. three decades. With over 30 years together as a group, poised for additional growth after adding Marganti continued, “Earning the trust Beyond selling 15 million records Goo Goo Dolls remain at the top of their 185 team members in 2020. Current posi- of the likes of BAE, a leader in the electric worldwide, the group garnered four game and in a league of their own as they tions exist for engineers, laborers and ma- propulsion ground vehicle market, and in- GRAMMY® Award nominations and record their highly anticipated 13th stu- chinists with plans to add additional roles ternet giant Amazon is a testament to the seized a page in the history books by di o L P. in the areas of Assembly Technicians, Pro- skill of our workforce and our dedication achieving 16 no. 1 and Top 10 hits on the What: Goo Goo Dolls duction Laborers and CNC Programmer. to remaining cutting-edge. With our solid Billboard charts. As a result, they hold the When: Friday, Oct. 1 – 7:30 p.m. Of the growth, DFF President William foundation, we’re excited to see what is on all-time radio record for the most Top 10 Where: The Big E Arena, sponsored by Marganti shared, “We are so fortunate that the horizon for our organization.” Singles. Among their string of hits, “Iris” Truly Hard Seltzer clutched the no. 1 spot on the Hot 100 for Tickets: $49 and $39 – on sale Friday, 18 straight weeks and was named “No. 1 July 23 at 10 a.m. at TheBigE.com Top 40 Song of the Last 20 Years.” The Big E, the largest event on the East Parish Cupboard open to residents Thus far, A Boy Named Goo went dou- Coast, returns Sept. 17-Oct. 3 in West ble-platinum, Dizzy Up The Girl went Springfield, Mass. Stay up to date with all WEST SPRINGFIELD – Bob Fastie, Di- and is open to anyone. There is no charge quadruple-platinum, and Gutterflower the happenings at Eastern States Exposi- rector of the Parish Cupboard at 738 Main for lunch. and Let Love In both went gold as Some- tion by connecting with us on Facebook, Street in West Springfield would like to If you would like to help, we receive food thing for the Rest of Us and Magnetic Twitter and Instagram. Join our mailing remind residents of Agawam and Feed- donations Monday through Friday at our bowed in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200. list at TheBigE.com. ing Hills that even though we are located back door from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in West Springfield we serve Agawam and We also accept any monetary donations Feeding Hills also. If you (or anyone you and we have recently reopened our library know) need assistance from us come see so if you want to take a book or two or leave Volunteers needed for ‘Faith on us please. Don’t go hungry. Our food pantry books you are more than welcome to. For is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to more info call The Parish Cupboard at 413- 11 a.m. Just bring a piece of mail verifying 7347969 or email us at ParishCupboard@ Fire’ Catholic Charismatic Rally your address. You can receive a cartload of aol.com AGAWAM – The Faith on Fire com- etc… Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. for take-down food once a month. Find out more at Facebook West Spring- mittee is looking for volunteers for the of tents, putting away tables and chairs Also, our kitchen is open for lunch Mon- field/ Agawam Parish Cupboard and our Faith on Fire Catholic Charismatic Rally cleaning up the grounds etc. day through Friday 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. website shall be up and running soon. 2021. The areas of need are: September 9 Please contact our Pastoral Minister at 5 p.m. for set-up which includes put- Deb Briancesco RN at 786-8200 ext. 3 ting up tents, bringing out tables and with any questions and to sign up. We Subscribe online: chairs etc…Friday, Sept. 10 during the sincerely hope to see you as this is a most www.agawamadvertisernews.turley.com rally to assist in any areas of need such as worthy cause, answering the call of the Greeters, nurses or health professionals Holy Spirit. July 22, 2021 ❙ AGAWAM ADVERTISER NEWS ❙ Page 3 Eastern States Exposition hosts 4-H summer event WEST SPRINGFIELD – Eastern States ESE Trustee and committee member 4-H activities and events will continue youth and to educate them on career op- Exposition will present the 4-H Summer Nick Barishian said, “We have joined forc- to be held during The Big E, Sept. 17 to Oct. portunities and workforce development. Event for agricultural-minded youth in the es with all six New England 4-H Programs, 3, including the New England 4-H Grilled Gene Cassidy, President and CEO of region to showcase their educational work 4-H Staff, 4-H Volunteers, and 4-H Youth Cheese and Milkshake Contests, various Eastern States Exposition, said, “During and take part in competitions with their from across New England to re-imagine the judging contests and skill-a-thons, and this unique time in our history, with the animals, Sunday, July 25 through Thursday, New England 4-H Program to take its cur- demonstrations of the projects of regional state re-opening, ESE is doing all it can to July 29. rent best-in-class event, and bring it to an 4-H Clubs which take place in the New En- support and provide an appropriate venue Competitions will take place for dogs, even better place, truly living the 4-H motto gland Center. The 4-H Beef Sale will also be for youth and agriculture, the core of our horses, dairy cows, sheep, dairy goats, and to ‘Make the Best Better.’” held Sept. 27 and the public is invited to bid mission.” beef cattle. ESE has worked closely with its The event is sponsored by Eastern States on the steers raised by 4-Hers. The Big E’s many adult “Open Shows” partner, the New England 4-H Council on Exposition, Farm Credit East and the New Additionally, innovative programming will take place throughout the Fair, Sept. 17 planning and procedures for the event. England 4-H Council. is being developed to further support 4-H to Oct. 3. Entries being accepted for short story contest at the library

AGAWAM – As part of the 2021 Summer Winners will get a small prize. All sto- the library for their groceries. Tanner is very hungry!! Reading Challenge the Agawam Library is ries will be published online and bound their owner. Tanner was in the pool so he They quickly sped home on their bikes. having a short story contest for kids and into a book to be viewed at the Agawam would not know the bag was gone. At home they tried to eat the books but teens. We are accepting entries through Library. If you have any questions, please The pugs hopped on their bikes and Tanner did not let them. Tanner said, Aug. 6. To submit your story go to https:// email [email protected]. rode to the library. It took one hour to get “That’s not food, silly dogs.” www.agawamlibrary.org/teens/short-sto- Here is another entry: there. When they got there they were hap- Ash had a great idea. He said “let’s taste ry-contest-for-kids-teens/. Stories can be Pugs In The Library by Tanner Loubier py. They went into the library. it” he picked up the book Pizza Party and of any genre. Some examples are: autobiog- Age 10 Mom said, “Everyone look for food”. Ash took a big lick Tanner said “that’s not piz- raphy, mystery, graphic novel, science fic- One Friday Morning in July, Haven the said,”I found the food called Did You See za.” Ash started to cry. tion, etc. Illustrations are allowed. Stories pug and her two pug children Ash and Bo- That Big Bone?” Boris barked,”I found the Tanner said “I will get you guys dog are can use words or can be told using only ris were looking for something to eat for food called Who Ate My Cookies?” Haven food.” Tanner went to his secret stash in the with illustrations. Stories cannot be longer breakfast. Boris said “there is nothing to replied,” good job! Look what I found the closet and brings out enough dog food for than three pages. Authors can submit up eat” Haven said “Don’t worry we are going foods called “The Juiciest Watermelon and all of them. After they ate Tanner read the to three entries during the contest. Stories to the library for food.” Pizza Party and Ice Cream In The Park. All book Pizza Party to the pugs as they snug- must be family friendly. The pug steals Tanner’s bag to take to this talk about food was making the Pugs gled together on the couch.

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at 62, or wait? PHONE 413.283.8393 By Russell Gloor Fax: 413.283.7107 Subscriptions: 413.283.8393 ear Rusty: SOCIAL SECURITY I turn 62 MATTERS EMAIL next year, Advertising Sales Dand I am getting different answers to John Baskin my questions so I hope you can help me. [email protected] The amount I would collect is different at 67 and 72. If I start to collect Social Interim Editor Gregory Scibellli Security at 62, when I turn 67 will it go [email protected] up to that amount? And go up again when I turn 72? One person I spoke to Subscriptions said yes it does. The next person I spoke [email protected] to said no, you get the amount for the $35 per year pre-paid age that you start to collect and that’s ($40 out of state) all you get for the rest of your life. Please Newsstand $1.00 help me to understand if I should start to collect at 62 or should I wait? Signed: WEB Confused About When to Claim www.agawamadvertiser Dear Confused: First of all, your news.turley.com Social Security benefit stops growing when you turn 70, so waiting beyond @ Agawam Advertiser that to claim will only cause you to lose News benefits you are entitled to. Essentially The Agawam Advertiser News Guest Column is published by you have an eight-year window to claim Turley Publications, Inc. • www.turley.com your Social Security benefits, and the amount you get will be based on the age you claim, relative to your full retire- Summer pruning questions answers ment age (FRA). Your personal FRA is LETTERS TO THE ED- 67, and if you claim at age 62, you’ll get isa, who gardens in Ware, want- in the One can’t think of a rose without ITOR must include a 70% of what you would get at your FRA. ed to know how to prune her ru- GaRden considering the thorn factor. Yes, rugo- name, address, and day- That reduction is permanent except gosa roses so that they look their sas are especially thorny. People often time telephone number for Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) Lbest. “I loved these roses the first year plant them to keep animals or other for author verification which may occur annually. Whenever and the second year they looked pret- unwanted guests out of areas of their purposes. We do not pub- you claim, that is the amount you’ll get ty good too, but now, in year three, the yard. Taller varieties are especially ef- lish anonymous letters. for the rest of your life; it doesn’t go up roses have lots of dark, old wood with fective when planted under birdfeed- All letters are subject to at age 67, or any other later age. But the sparse growth.Do you have any sug- ers. Birds have a place to hide while question of whether you should claim at gestions as to how to make the plant they dine where predators can’t reach editing for content and length. The deadline is age 62 or wait longer is more complicat- look youthful again?” Roberta them. McQuaid Monday at noon. Please ed. Experts say that besides cutting Turley A reader from Palmer wrote in with Publications send letters to Agawam If you are still working, you should away unwanted suckers, little pruning Columnist this question: “I have a hedge of yews be aware that claiming at any time be- is necessary on Rugosa roses other that I shear with electric clippers each Advertiser News, care of fore age 67 will mean Social Security’s than to remove deadwood in spring. But in my August. The shrubs look good from a distance, but Turley Publications Inc., “earning test” will apply. The earnings opinion, and apparently yours too, older stems up close it’s a different story. It seems that there 24 Water St., Palmer, MA test sets a limit for how much you can give the shrub a coarse look. To encourage new is dense growth on the outer couple of inches 01069, or e-mail aan@ earn from working before Social Secu- growth simply cut away the oldest canes just only, not much at all within the plants. I want to turley.com. rity takes away some of your benefits. above ground level. Some people like the look of reduce the height and width of the hedge. Is there For 2021, the earnings limit is $18,960 (it new growth so much that in late winter entire any way to do it without revealing all of that dead changes annually) and if that is exceed- plants are cut to within inches of the ground. New growth at once or is it unavoidable?” ed, Social Security will take away bene- buds will break, and fresh young bushes will grow fits equal to $1 for every $2 you are over up and flower as usual. GARDEN ❙ page 5 AGAWAM the limit. We don’t yet know what the ADVERTISER NEWS 2022 limit will be, but it will be slight- The Agawam Advertiser News ly more than the 2021 limit. The earn- (USPS 001-170) is published every Thursday by Turley Publications, ings limit applies until you reach your Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. full retirement age, after which there is The Fight Over Voting Rights 01069. Telephone (413) 283-8393, no longer a limit to how much you can Fax (413) 289-1977. earn. If you exceed the earnings limit by By Lee H. Hamilton COMMENTS tions in their party’s favor. Secretaries of POSTMASTER: Send address ON CONGRESS state are losing their power as legislatures changes to Turley Publications, Inc., a substantial amount, you could even be 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. disqualified from receiving any benefits. all me naïve, but I’ve never quite across the country move to shift power over the running of elections to, well, themselves. PATRICK H. TURLEY Other factors to consider when de- gotten why some politicians want to lim- CEO it voters’ ability to cast their ballots. Sure, This does not inspire confidence in the future of ciding when to claim are your health KEITH TURLEY CI know that plenty of people like to flip the classic American democracy. and your life expectancy, the urgency President of your need for the money, and your Clausewitz quote and say that politics is war by oth- Why? Because all these maneuvers take aim at INTERIM EDITOR marital status. The longer you wait to er means. All’s fair, etc., they insist. the nitty-gritty details of running elections: voting Greg Scibellli claim, up to age 70, the more your ben- But the cornerstone of representative democ- hours; the locations of precincts and of ballot drop [email protected] efit will be. In fact, if you wait until age racy, the base on which everything else rests, is the boxes; making it harder or easier for eligible voters STAFF WRITER people’s right to cast an informed vote to choose to register; what’s in voter notifications—and who Shelby Macri 70 to claim, your benefit will be 24% [email protected] more than it would be at your FRA. But our leaders. There’s no argument about this: it’s just gets them; how often to purge voter rolls (and of Peter Spotts whether to wait beyond your FRA to a basic right. Which means that the more Ameri- whom); the ability to certify elections. This is not [email protected] claim, you should consider your life ex- cans we hear from in the voting booth, the fairer about making voting fairer or easier for Americans. ADVERTISING SALES pectancy. If, for example, you wait until and more representative the results. So, in my book, It’s about putting rules in place that make it harder. John Baskin age 70 to maximize your benefit, you getting creative about restricting the ability to cast For a more-than-usually bold assertion of the parti- [email protected] a ballot is pretty much an admission that you can’t san hue these moves take, you can look at Arizona: SPORTS EDITOR will need to live until at least 83 to break Greg Scibelli even (average longevity for someone win in the marketplace of ideas. there, state legislators have introduced a bill that [email protected] Over the course of our history, despite fits and would take away authority from the secretary of your current age is about 84). SOCIAL MEDIA If you are married and have higher starts, we’ve moved steadily toward expanding peo- state of the other party—until she leaves office, at lifetime earnings than your spouse, you ple’s ability to vote—from white men with proper- which point the bill expires. should be aware that your spouse’s ben- ty only, to allowing women, Black people, Native Looking to the courts for help is dicey. The U.S. @AgawamAdvertiserNews efit as your survivor, should you die first, Americans, and people 18 and older to cast ballots. Supreme Court has just signaled its willingness to WEB will be affected by your age when you Yet here we are in 2021, still in a pitched battle over allow the core value embedded in the 1965 Voting www.agawamadvertisernews.turley.com claim. 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GARDEN ❚ from page 4 to penetrate the inside of the bush. Evenly in larger flowers. After a mild winter, your space these deep cuts along the top, sides six-foot tall butterfly bush may break bud Great question, since many folks will and end of your hedge. Next year do the at four feet. If you cut off the winter kill but be pruning their hedges over the next few same. By the third or fourth year, you will leave it at four feet, you’ll likely have fewer weeks. I would recommend reducing the have enough new growth coming from flowers than if you reduced it to 18inch- size of your yews gradually over a couple within the plant to finally reduce it down es or so. You will reinvigorate the plant by of years, that way you’ll avoid them look- to the size you wish without having to en- cutting it back hard. It will make up the ing really bad for the remainder of the dure an ugly phase. lost height in no time with new, healthy summer and then some. Here’s how to do A gardener from Monson loves butter- growth capable of producing numerous it: Rather than using your hedge shears fly bush. “Do you have any advice on how flowers. Calling all butterflies! this summer, pick up a pair of hand clip- to prune this beautiful shrub so that I will Roberta McQuaid graduated from the pers instead. Grab a section of new growth be guaranteed flowers year after year?” Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the in one hand, with the other hand use the Sure, butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) University of Massachusetts. For the last 28 clippers to glide along the branch well is easy to please as long as you bear in years, she has held the position of staff hor- within the shrub to a cross piece, then mind that it blooms on the current sea- ticulturalist at Old Sturbridge Village. She make your cut. If you need to “look” the son’s growth. For that reason, prune it just enjoys growing food as well as flowers. Have first few times, then do so, but this action after it comes out of winter dormancy, as a question for her? Email it to ekennedy@ will become quite natural after awhile. soon as you see buds begin to break along turley.com with “Gardening Question” in the Your goal is to make “windows” for light the stem. A hard pruning generally results subject line.

CONGRESS ❚ from page 4 in Congress was to support the 1965 Voting right to vote. This is a battle, and those of us tive Government; a Distinguished Scholar Rights Act, clearly one of the most import- who believe that the health of our democra- at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global voters. But that strikes me as a rearguard ant pieces of legislation in our country’s his- cy rests on ensuring fair, equal, and unfet- and International Studies; and a Professor action. tory—and the one that the Supreme Court tered access to the ballot box for all eligible of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public When I began in politics, I thought it just undermined. I am constantly amazed voters have our work cut out for us. and Environmental Affairs. He was a mem- would be easy to protect the right to vote. at how much time, energy, and effort some Lee Hamilton is a senior advisor for the ber of the U.S. House of Representatives for I was dead wrong. One of my earliest votes people put into denying other people the Indiana University Center on Representa- 34 years.

CARVANA ❚ from page 1 colleagues that an already busy section SECURITY ❚ from page 4 and accredited by the National Social Se- would get worse. curity Association. NSSA and the AMAC Sandlin, who co-sponsored the reso- Sandlin added there could also be is- personal circumstances are different and Foundation and its staff are not affiliated lution, said the nearby schools are a big sues with side streets in Feeding Hills. She deciding when to claim benefits should with or endorsed by the Social Security concern. said people trying to avoid the heavier consider your entire situation, as de- Administration or any other governmen- “I think the safety of Granger School traffic would use rural streets like Barry scribed above. tal entity. To submit a question, visit the has to be considered,” said Sandlin. “And St. as a cut-through, which could lead to This article is intended for informa- foundation’s website at amacfoundation. it could affect our junior high school. It’s speeding and excessive use of those roads. tion purposes only and does not repre- org/programs/social-security-advisory going to be a detriment to our communi- The Southwick Planning Board was still sent legal or financial guidance. It pres- or email [email protected]. ty. It’s going to be a project I don’t think is in an open public hearing as of press time. ents the opinions and interpretations Russell Gloor is a Social Security advi- good for Agawam.” The hearing resumed on Tuesday, July 20. of the AMAC Foundation’s staff, trained sor for AMAC. While there was sound opposition for Southwick residents and even some from the resolution, Council President Christo- Agawam have packed the meetings to ex- pher Johnson offered up the idea of mod- press opposition. ifying the opposition in favor of “express Mayor William Sapelli expressed his concerns” about the traffic in Feeding concerns and said he is monitoring the Hills the project would create. status of the project and its potential im- “It’s not usually a good idea to tell oth- pact in Agawam. er towns what to do,” said Johnson. Coun- An extension to the highway portion of cilors agreed with Johnson’s position and Route 57 leading straight into Southwick voted in favor of amending the resolution. was never completed by the Common- Councilor Dino Mercadante said he wealth. Had the project ever been com- normally is in favor of any business that pleted, Suffriti said, there would not be an wants to come to the area, but said Feed- issue with the additional traffic. ing Hills center is simply not ideal for the The expression of concern voted by the traffic Carvana could generate. council has been sent to the Southwick “I am pro-business,” said Mercadante. Planning Board to be read into the record “But you also can’t overload the area. We of the public hearing. don’t have the infrastructure for this.” In Southwick, opponents of the project Councilor Gerry Smith has lived on are preparing to mount a legal challenge Southwick Street right near the Southwick if the Planning Board approves the special border for many years. He agreed with his permit.

PARKS ❚ from page 1 by the department, the fall field hockey will be starting soon and the winter will either under the pavilion or on the stage, offer basketball and swimming. Addition- weather dependent. The last performanc- al sports being offered include youth foot- es will be the remainder of Wednesdays in ball and soccer, although those are inde- the month at 10 a.m. For any cancellation pendently held and have separate contact CLUES ACROSS 42. Enough (archaic) CLUES DOWN 32. Alaskan town notifications regarding concerts people information. Residents can visit http:// 1. Fashion accessory 43. Institute legal 1. Fifth notes of major 33. Covered with ivy can call the parks department on the days www.agawamsoccer.org for the youth soc- 5. Subatomic particle proceedings against scales 34. Loose granular of event, during business hours staff can cer team and https://www.leaguelineup. 10. Ethnic group of the 44. Scarred 2. Region substances notify people of cancellation and after com for the Agawam youth football, each Philippines 45. Draw from 3. Your consciousness of 36. Native American tribe hours the departments messaging system sport has a Facebook Page as well. 14. Popular cookie 46. Brother or sister your own identity 37. Written American English will notify callers. To confirm events peo- Sparks said there are no fall events be- 15. Fabric 47. Body part 4. Georgetown athletes 38. Holiday (informal) ple can call the department at 413-821- ing held by the Parks and Recreation De- 16. Alcoholic liquor 48. Commercials 5. They follow A 40. Add up 0513. partment, however they will be hosting 17. Peter __, Dutch portrait 49. London soccer team 6. Spoke 41. Small brown and gray “In regards to the rain or flooding, it other events that use the parks spaces. painter 52. Satisfied 7. Hairdressers’ domain rails hasn’t really affected us. Tennis lessons There are 5K races and harvest festivals 18. Longtime Chicago mayor 55. Surgical technique 8. Extravagantly theatric 43. Get off your feet were cancelled last week and we’ve been that others host and the department of- 19. A famous “Lady” (abbr.) 9. End-blown flute 44. Express disgust juggling baseball practices for playable fers the land, some events have already 20. Islamic calendar month 56. Fencing sword 10. Heroic tales 46. Surface of the ground fields,” Sparks said. “There’s no flooding been booked for the fall. Although the de- 22. Rocky peak 60. French industrial city 11. Member of a Semitic 47. Put into a silo in the fields, but they’re saturated. This partment provides the space for event to 23. Polio vaccine developer 61. Intellectual property people 49. Belief is making it difficult for baseball but it’s be held, they have no part in planning the 24. Songs sung in open air organization (abbr.) 12. Members of a priestly 50. British noblemen nothing more than typical wetness.” event so those interested will have to con- 27. Military movements 63. Helps to carry food caste 51. Tennis game This causes some scheduling issues but tact the correct people. 30. Male parent 64. “Rule, Britannia” 13. Southern Ghana people 52. Dry, protective crust the department is managing to bounce In the meantime, those interested in 31. Beloved hot beverage composer 21. Counsels 53. Swiss river between playable fields, additionally they the summer concerts or KidsFest can call 32. Female sibling 65. One-time Empress of the 23. Body of water 54. Large integers were able to make up the four missed ten- the Parks and Recreation Department for 35. Tackled the QB Roman Empire 25. Awesome! 57. La __ Tar Pits, Hollywood nis lessons with two longer rescheduled updates on cancellations, updates are giv- 37. Set a dog on someone 66. Intestinal pouches 26. Calendar month 58. Every one of two or more lessons. en on the day of the event so that’s when 38. Long live! (Spanish) 67. None better 27. Native of region in 59. “Deadpool” actor Sports for fall and winter will be held people should call. 39. Porticos 68. “WandaVision” actress Caucasus Reynolds 40. Pouch 69. Comedic actress Kathryn 28. Indian city 61. Earlier 41. Smooth fabric 29. Exclusive 62. Peter’s last name PLEASE REMEMBER TO RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER CROSSWORD SOLUTION ON PAGE 12 Page 6 ❙ AGAWAM ADVERTISER NEWS ❙ July 22, 2021 Local resident joins Park Square

WESTFIELD – Ted Cassell, President of Park Square Re- alty, is pleased to announce that Sue Luccardi has joined Park Square Realty’s Westfield office as a Sales Associate. A native of Western Massachusetts, Sue currently re- sides in Agawam, . With over 25 years experience in customer service, hospitality and automotive industries, Sue understands the value of listening to clients’ needs to create a great customer experience. She is looking forward to applying her skills to assist new clients with the purchase and sales of their homes. Sue enjoys her annual trips to Martha’s Vineyard with husband Jim. She loves animals and spending time with Shadow, her energetic Australian Shepherd and assisting her friends at regional equestrian shows. Barry Boccasile, Director of Growth and Development for Park Square Realty, is excited to have Sue as part of the growing team. Sue will be specializing in residential list- ings and sales. She may be reached at 413-219-1014. Father Michael Pierz, Sarah Ross, Julie Smist (Catholic Women’s Club Treasurer), Paula Raiche (Catholic Women’s Club President) with Park Square Realty is a locally owned Massachusetts Dale Consolini, and Deacon David Picard. SUBMITTED PHOTOS granddaughter and scholarship recipient Emily Ball. residential Real Estate company with 50 agents and of- fices in Westfield and West Springfield and online at parksquarerealty.com. Students receive scholarships AGAWAM – Three 2021 Aga- Those receiving the scholar- son College, Emily will attend Dean Library to host series wam High School graduates have ship are; Dale Consolini, grandson College and Sarah will attend UMa- been awarded scholarships from of Bernice Consolini, Emily Ball, ss-Lowell. Club members congrat- on extinct species the Catholic Women’s Club Of Aga- granddaughter of Paula Raiche and ulate these well deserving students wam. Recipients must be a child or Sarah Ross, granddaughter of Ro- and wish them well in their future AGAWAM – The Agawam Library is pleased to virtually grandchild of a club member. salie Ross. Dale will attend Emer- endeavors. host the White Memorial Conservation Center in a four- part series on extinct species. Each Wednesday evening in July will feature a different species that became extinct. Participants will learn about the species lives and the rea- sons they became extinct. Our last discussion in the series YMCA holding fitness jamboree Aug. 14 on July 28 will feature the Passenger Pigeon, which became WESTFIELD – YMCA of Greater Taberman- bring your own mat, try case of inclement weather, all classes extinct in 1914. There is plenty to learn about these species. Westfield is hosting a Summer Fit- a Strong Nation HITT class at 10:45 will be held that day at the YMCA. Each presentation take place virtually at 7 p.m. ness Jamboree on Saturday, Aug. 14 a.m. with Stephanie Sangiovanni, With a mission centered on bal- The White Memorial Conservation Center is an Envi- on the Westfield Town Green. The complete your workout with a Total ance, the Y strives to be a leading ronmental Education Center and Nature Museum locat- YMCA knows how difficult it’s been Body Strength at 11:25 a.m. with Tony voice on health and well-being for our ed in the heart of the 4,000-acre White Memorial Foun- for individuals to get back into a Casale then join the Zumba party at community by providing resources so dation, in the hills of northwestern Connecticut. We are healthy workout routine during this 11:50 a.m. with Kait Casale. Feel free that all people, can achieve greater grateful to the Agawam Cultural Council. This program is past year. We are excited to reach out to stop by and try one class or stay health and well-being in spirit, mind supported by a grant from the Agawam Cultural Council, to the community and offer free fit- for all the classes. Free raffle ticket and body. For more information, con- a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts ness classes to help people get back for those in attendance with a chance tact Cindy Agan, Health & Wellness Cultural Council, a state agency. This series is also a part on track. You can start your Saturday to win a 3-month Y membership and Director, (413) 568-8631 or email: ca- of our Tails and Tales Summer Reading Program. Please with Gentle Yoga at 10 a.m. with Heidi other local merchant give away. In [email protected] register for each week on our online events calendar found at www.agawamlibrary.org. This series will be held on Zoom. Participants will be emailed the program links on the day of the event. 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@turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports SPORTS SOCCER Summer soccer action

The Agawam High School B summer soccer team was in action on Monday evening at home against Northampton. The teams were able to play through some minor showers and get the game in. Several of the summer games have had to be postponed due to the poor weather during the past two weeks. The summer season is set to conclude next week with the finals set for July 30 and 31. PHOTOS BY GREGORY A. SCIBELLI

BASEBALL SOCCER Blue Sox swept in DH, Pioneers score another shutout By Tim Peterson Eastern Conference quarterfinal “It feels very good to win a announce promotions Sports Correspondent match. home playoff match,” said Pio- The second-seeded Pioneers neer’s head coach Federico Mo- HOLYOKE – The Valley Blue leading the standings in both the LUDLOW – The Western scored a pair of goals in each half linari. “We played very well as Sox hosted the Martha’s Vine- Southern and Northern Divisions. Mass. Pioneers scored three or against the seventh-seeded Ce- a team tonight. Everyone has yard Sharks in a double header on Make sure to cast your votes and more goals in six of their seven dar Stars Rush en route to a 4-0 worked very hard this season.” Thursday, their second meeting of support the Blue Sox represent- regular season home matches. shutout victory before the largest The Pioneers, who finished the week. ing Holyoke in Newport on Sun- The Pioneers scoring spree con- crowd of the season at Lusitano Holyoke Gas and Electric day, July 18th at the 2021 All Star tinued in the USL League Two Stadium last Friday night. PIONEERS ❙ page 8 sponsored a Blue Sox mini hel- Game. The Valley Blue Sox have met giveaway for the first 250 fans many exciting promotions com- through the gates at MacKenzie ing up in the remainder of the Stadium. season. Here is a list of fun game The first of the two seven in- nights to attend this summer ning games ended with a score of July 21 – Holyoke Medical Cen- 2-1 in favor of the Sharks, and the ter’s Clinic Night, with a first pitch second game started at 6:35 p.m., thrown by Interim Mayor of Holy- and ended with a score of 2-4. oke Terry Murphy. Both low-scoring games saw July 29 – O’Connell Develop- good offensive attempts from the ment Group and Holyoke Boys Blue Sox, but top-seeded Valley and Girls Club Night, who are had trouble breaking the scoring being honored with a donation. deficit, whereas the Sharks capi- The Valley Blue Sox will be retir- talized on big hits to secure their ing #41 Endy Morales’ number in leads in both games. recognition of his time spent with The losses tonight didn’t the Blue Sox and all he has con- change the Blue Sox standings as tributed to baseball in Western first in the Southern Division. The Mass. team will host the Bristol Blues July 31 – UMass Amherst Ath- on Saturday at 6:35 p.m. for St. letics Night, where members of Patrick’s Day in July, sponsored by the National Champion UMass Holyoke Medical Center. Hockey team will be in atten- The Blue Sox invite all fans to dance, in addition to members celebrate by wearing green to the of the women’s basketball team. game! Antonio Balducci, the Val- Come down to MacKenzie Stadi- ley Blue Sox pick for the NECBL um for a photo with the National Federico Ucar follows through on his All Star Game Fan Vote, has been Champions and their trophy. Jordan Koduah sends a shot at the goal. Martin Oyenard fields a pass. shot. 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PIONEERS ❚ from page 7 Rameau has tough the regular season in first place in the Northeast Division standings with a 10-2- 2 record, won a home playoff game for the first time since 2005. finish in Whelen 100 “Winning a playoff game feels amaz- ing, especially doing it at home,” said Pi- LOUDON, N.H. – It wasn’t the exact said. “We overcame that issue, but the oneer’s captain Federico Gutierrez, who day that Sam Rameau and the Rameau car handled well all day. We think some- anchors the defensive unit. “We were able Family Motorsports team were looking thing might be up with the motor -- I just to score four goals in tonight’s match, for at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, think it’s a bit tired. It’s time for a new which will give us a lot of confidence go- but Rameau drove the car to a solid 12th one. We look forward to getting to Beech ing into tomorrow’s match against Sea- place finish in the Whelen 100 on Satur- Ridge Motor Speedway on August 21 for coast.” day, July 17. In just his second NASCAR our next NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Back in 2005, the Pioneers defeated Whelen Modified Tour start of the sea- race. It’s a good day when you come out of the Wilmington (North Carolina) Ham- son, Rameau struggled with power under these shows in one piece and we did that merheads in the USL Second Division the hood throughout the day, going a lap t o d ay.” semifinals at Lusitano Stadium before down in the middle of the race. Sam Rameau will return to the track losing to the Charlotte Eagles in penalty However -- with the assistance of a on Saturday, July 24, with the Tri Track kicks. timely lucky dog -- Rameau got back on Open Modified Series at Star Speedway in Jay Willis, who’s one of the Pioneer the lead lap and charged to a solid 12th Epping, New Hampshire. He currently sits assistant coaches, along with Dennis place finish in the No. 06 Central Mass second in their championship standings Gomes and John Voight, was a member of Tree machine. The team worked hard all with one victory early in the season. For the Pioneers 2005 squad. day and Rameau rewarded them with a more information on Sam Rameau and The quarterfinal match began an hour strong finish in the field of nearly 30 cars. Rameau Family Motorsports, visit Sam- later than it was scheduled to start. Alejo Bzurovski looks up the field with possession of the ball. PHOTOS BY DAVID HENRY “We struggled big time in practice with myRameau.com and follow the team on A thunderstorm passed by Lusita- a carburetor issue this morning,” Rameau Facebook. no Stadium delaying the start of the first quarterfinal match of the evening Regragui’s lone goal of the regular sea- between the third-seeded Long Island son came in the final home match against Rough Riders and the sixth-seeded Sea- Black Rock FC. coast United Phantoms by about 45 min- Regragui, who played in 11 regular utes. That match was decided in extra season matches, took all of the Pioneers time with the Phantoms pulling out a 2-1 corner kicks and free kicks in the quarter- upset victory. final match. Both of the Pioneers first half goals “I’m thankful that coach Molinari and against the Cedar Stars (8-3-3), who are my teammates have a lot of trust in me,” from New Jersey, were scored on free he said. “I always do my best at every kicks by midfielder Samir Regragui, who’s training session and in every game. We from the United Kingdom. just want to keep playing games together During the 22nd minute of the first as long as possible.” Sam Rameau did not finish the way he wanted, coming in 12th in the Whelen 100 on July 17. half, Sebastian Arriagado was fouled by a The home team took a 3-0 lead in SUBMITTED PHOTO Cedar Stars player setting up the Pioneers the 49th minute when forward Patrick first goal. Agyemang doubled the ball into the box Regragui, who’s a member of the AIC before firing a low shot into the back of men’s soccer team, took the free kick the net. from about 30 yards out. Cedar Stars Ten minutes later, Agyemang gained goalie Ethan Koehler froze on Regragui’s possession of the ball before sending a SAFL football returning this fall line-drive shot, which sailed into the left crossing pass to Ignacio Lerech, who REGION – Sign-ups are still available overing 20% off coupons to customers for corner of the net. put a shot into the left corner sealing the in some communities, but the Suburban anything in the store. “It was a power shot, and luckily their quarterfinal victory. Amateur Football League is a full go for Following that, the SAFL will begin goalie didn’t make the save on it,” said Re- Lerech led the Pioneers with 11 goals this fall with a tentative varsity schedule holding a number of “weigh-in” dates for gragui, who’s a first-year member of the during the regular season. recently put out. The schedule is contin- teams. The weigh-ins are to determine Pioneers squad. “It was good for us to get The Cedar Stars played the final 30 gent on teams confirming and having the player eligibility for line and other posi- a 1-0 lead in this match. minutes of the contest with 10 men, as numbers for competition. tions. Late in the first half, Regragui convert- Tony Yeboah received a red card from ref- With overall numbers declining, the There has not been an announcement ed another free kick from about 20 yards eree Randall Kelley. junior varsity schedule will have to wait about the SAFL kickoff event usually held away giving his team a 2-0 halftime ad- Western Mass. goalkeeper Blake Mul- until close to the season. According to the in late August and featuring teams in vantage. len only made two saves in posting his SAFL website, the league is being helped short exhibition games. It was last held in “I just saw the keeper positioned on ninth shutout of the season. out by Dick’s Sporting Goods with SAFL 2019 in Wilbraham. The 2020 season was the other side of the goal and I sent a The other members of the Pioneers de- Football and Cheer Appreciation Weekend completely cancelled due to the COVID-19 bender into the left corner,” Regragui add- fensive unit besides Gutierrez are Federi- this weekend, July 23 to 25. The business is pandemic. ed. “I’m more of a defensive midfielder, so co Ucar, Nicholas Oberrauch, and Carlos it feels nice to get on the score sheet.” Emery. Community Newspaper Schools & Youth ADVERTISING Bussiere makes Goodwin Dean’s List EAST HARTFORD, Conn. – Lauren is one of 1,014 students to make the Bussiere has earned a spot on the Good- Dean’s List, reserved for those who www.turley.com win University Dean’s List for Spring demonstrate great academic perfor- Works! 2021. Lauren, a student from Agawam, mance. July 22, 2021 ❙ AGAWAM ADVERTISER NEWS ❙ Page 9 Obituaries Shirley D. Progulske Nancy “Rainbow” Shaer 1925 – 2021 1946 – 2021 FEEDING HILLS – Rainbow Shaer, 75, passed away on clude her husband Joe Shaer of Feeding Hills, MA; sons AGAWAM – Shirley D. Progulske, Thursday, July 8, 2021, at her home in Feeding Hills. At Chris Jennison and his former wife Laura of Agawam, MA 96, passed away on July 7, 2021 at Her- the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her de- and Todd Jennison and his life partner Debbie of Ludlow, itage Hall North in Agawam. Born in voted family. MA; her sister Terry Field and her husband Bill of Delhi, Schenectady, NY on January 8, 1925, Rainbow was born in Tampa, FL on March 23, 1946, to NY; grandchildren Donovan Jennison, Christopher Jenni- she was the daughter of the late Leo Percy Fortner and Ruth (Carty) Fortner. son and his partner Alissa, Colby Jennison, Kayla Jenni- and Ethel (Sweeney) LaMountain. In Rainbow was an avid pet lover, multitalented artist, son, and Connor Jennison. Rainbow is also survived by 1942, she graduated from the High musician, author, gardener, and event planner. Rainbow her dog Zoe, close friends Barbara, Sue, and Hedy, along School of Commerce. enjoyed creating beautiful works of art and capturing with many other friends and family members. Shirley married the late Theordore inspiring images through photography. She mastered In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be “Ted” A. Progulske, Jr., in 1947 and shared over 71 years of playing the accordion and piano, authored four books, made to the Westfield Homeless Cat Project, 1124 East marriage. earned her certification as a Master Gardner and Herb- Mountain Rd., Westfield, MA 01085. Prior to her retirement in 1986, she had worked for 20 alist, and was a former member of the Agawam Garden Visitation and services and a funeral service were held years as the office manager at Merriam-Graves Corp. Shirley Club. In her younger years, Rainbow enjoyed putting on on Saturday July 17, 2021 at Southwick Community Epis- was also a member of the Junior Women’s Club in Agawam, fashion shows and organizing roller skating events at copal Church, 660 College Hwy., Southwick, MA 01077. the Grid Iron Moms and was a very supportive sports Mom, Riverside Roll-A-Way. They were followed by burial at Springfield Street Ceme- who attended all her sons’ games. Rainbow was proud of her Native American heritage, tery, 1078 Springfield Street, Feeding Hills, MA. To cherish her memory, she leaves her sons Theodore R. as she is a member of the Cherokee tribe. She was the To express condolences to the family please visit Rain- Progulske and his wife, Laura of West Springfield and Donald Chief of the Free Cherokee and assisted in organizing the bow’s memorial page at www.avaloncelebrations.com A. Progulske and his wife, Linda of Feeding Hills; her grand- annual pow-wow at the Polish American Club of Aga- End of life arrangements entrusted to Avalon Funer- children Ryan and Justine, Kai and Alex, Kacy and wife Brit- wam. al and Cremation Services, 691 College Hwy., Southwick, tany, and Sharlotte; her 7 great-grandchildren; her brother Rainbow is predeceased by her parents. Survivors in- MA 01077. Albert LaMountain and his wife Eileen as well as numerous other loving relatives. CHECK OUT ALL THE A private service will be held for Shirley at the Massachu- DEATH NOTICES setts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Shirley’s memory may be made PROGULSKE, SHIRLEY D. SHAER, NANCY to a charity of one’s choice. 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Vic E Musante of East Agawam Advertiser News administered under informal essary, and that the proposed Charles W. Gibbs of Sandwich, MA procedure by the Personal conservator is appropriate. Agawam, MA has been Ginny M Erickson of Obituary Policy Representative under the The petition is on file with informally appointed as the Seattle, WA Massachusetts Uniform Pro this court. Personal Representative of the (or some other suit bate Code without supervision You have the right to estate to serve without surety able person) be appointed as Turley Publications offers two types of by the Court. Inventory and object to this proceeding. on the bond. Guardian to serve Without obituaries. accounts are not required to If you wish to do so, you or The estate is being admin Surety on the bond. 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Call Dave413- WWW.GREYHOUNDOPTIONS.ORG 478-4212 ORG Page 12 ❙ AGAWAM ADVERTISER NEWS ❙ July 22, 2021 STCC names dean for the School of STEM SPRINGFIELD – Lara Sharp has been named dean of serving as the acting dean of Natural Scienc- eryone to participate in the continuation of the School of STEM at Springfield Technical Commu- es, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Build- STCC’s storied reputation as THE technical nity College. ing Arts. community college in Massachusetts.” Geraldine de Berly, vice president of Academic Af- From 2013-2015, she was at the Corporate De Berly said Sharp is familiar with West- fairs at STCC, welcomed Sharp in a recent email to the College of Polk State College, in Winter Hav- ern New England and its demographics. She campus community. en, Fla., managing National Science Founda- is knowledgeable of the process required to De Berly highlighted Sharp’s professional experi- tion (NSF) and Department of Labor (DOL) build STEM programs. ence, which includes six years at St. Petersburg College grants in advanced manufacturing and engi- “As the new STEM Dean, she will work in Clearwater, Fla., as the program director for Engi- neering technology. closely with the faculty and other key stake- neering, Manufacturing and Building Arts and also Sharp spent more than 11 years teaching holders to increase the diversity of under- chemistry, natural science and engineering represented students and faculty in STEM in to high school students at various locations. Lara Sharp addition to creating cross-disciplinary syn- Sharp also brings industry experience, ergies,” de Berly said. having worked at Specialty Minerals Inc. as a process Sharp holds a Master of Science in industrial engi- Blueberry Pies!!! engineer and an operator technician as well as an edu- neering from the University of South Florida, a Mas- From the cational consultant for PASCO Scientific. ter of Business Administration from the University of First Congregational Church She has been recognized for her outstanding teach- Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Bachelor of Science in of ing as well as her community engagement including a chemical engineering from the State University of New Chester STEM Woman of the Year Award from Girls Inc. STEM York at Buffalo. stands for science, technology, engineering and math. The School of STEM at STCC includes programs in 1. Choose your items/pick-up date. “I am honored to join STCC as the dean of STEM,” advanced manufacturing and engineering technolo- Blueberry Pie: (baked or frozen) Sharp said. “STEM has been a part of my life as an gies, graphic communication and photography, land- • engineer, teacher, mentor, and daughter of a science scape design and management, optics and photonics, $12.00 teacher and a nurse. I look forward to working with ev- as well as science and computer-related programs. • Blueberry Sauce: Pint $5.00 ½ Pint $3.50 • Marinated Carrots: Pint $3.00 CALABRESE • PICKUP DATES: • August 12 4pm-6pm FARMS • August 13 4pm-6pm • August 14 4pm-6pm CORN 2. Email your order/pick-up date to BLUEBERRIES [email protected] by Tomatoes, Broccoli, Beans, August 8. Squash, Lettuce, Cabbage, Cukes, Pickles, Peppers 3. Curbside pick-up on your selected SNAP & HIP BENEFITS ACCEPTED HERE date at 334 Skyline Trail, Chester. 257 Feeding Hills Rd., (Rte 57) 4. ENJOY!!!! 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