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Send Your news and pics to [email protected] Friday, October 25, 2019 Community cuts the ribbon Vehicle purchases, on new Fire Department water projects top town meeting warrant

BY JASON BLEAU the agenda. CORRESPONDENT The Water and Sewer Departments have numerous DUDLEY – Thirty-three arti- articles on the warrant, the first cles are set to be discussed at of which will address the status the town of Dudley’s annual fall of property on Packard Drive town meeting on Monday, Oct. as it relates to the town and the 28, ranging from budgetary recoded deeds. Another article items to vehicle and equipment will seek money to purchase purchases, town hall upgrades, radio readers and bases and a a solar project PILOT agree- third article will seek money for ment, bylaws amendments and Phase III of the Massachusetts other matters. Department of Environmental Among the financial items Protection mandated Inflow and proposed purchases are and Infiltration Study and a new police cruised, a street related work. Finally, a fourth Jason Bleau Photo sweeper, a waste oil heater Water Department article will for the highway department, seek funds for the design, con- Chief Dean Kochanowski and his fellow firefighters cut the ceremonial ribbon to welcome guests to the replacement of guardrails on rebuilt Dudley Fire Department. struction and related services Charlton Road, and firefight- of numerous water projects BY JASON BLEAU the 60-year-old facility. Ground was broken er gear. Voters will also be CORRESPONDENT including the replacement of for the project in July of 2018 leading the asked to decide on funding for the well at Pump Station No. 3 West Main Street facility to expand from a upgrades to network equip- DUDLEY – After years of hard work, pub- as well as testing, permitting two-level 5,995-square-foot aging building ment in the town hall as well and drilling of a new wellfield lic campaigns, several ballot votes and more to a state of the art 18,500 square-foot facil- as transferring money to help than a year of construction the town of at the Main Pumping Station ity including eight new vehicle bays, a new pay off the roof replacement among other initiatives. Dudley finally has a newly upgraded and kitchen, larger meeting space and new quar- and HVAC project conducted fully operations fire station. The Board of Selectmen is ters for fire personnel. at the town hall over the last sponsoring several articles to The Dudley Fire Department held a special Chief Dean Kochanowski kicked off the year. A similar request will ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, Oct. be addressed later on the war- ribbon cutting ceremony thanking the be made concerning the LED rant made up of mostly house- 19 to commemorate the officially reopening many boards and individuals involved in streetlight conversion project of the building bringing to a close the $6.75 keeping financial items and the project which was first conceptualized as well. Several other house- unpaid bills. However, one of million rebuild and expansion project to keeping financial items cap off Please Read RIBBON, page ­A19 the first seventeen articles on Please Read MEETING, page ­A7 “When you’re working with plants, less is more” Bachand talks healing herbs at library

BY GUS STEEVES being a herbalist and student of using something from where where in our region, and are CORRESPONDENT Native American healing meth- you live because it works better quite likely to be in your back- WEBSTER — Healing liter- ods. Underlying all that work with your body.” yard if you let it go natural. ally grows wild all around us. is a commitment to keeping it Over the course of two hours, Some have numerous uses, But it takes many forms, and local whenever possible. Bachand showcased near- while others are pretty specific. requires some caution to use “The properties change when- ly three dozen plants, most of Some are generally safe, some safely. ever you take a plant [from them native but a few brought have toxic look-alikes, and oth- That’s a very brief summa- elsewhere] and plant it here in from Europe many years ago. ers come with some serious ry of what Del Bachand has because the soil is different,” The vast majority of them grow warnings regarding use, either Gus Steeves Photo learned over several decades of she said.” “… You’re better off wild or semi-wild almost every- Del Bachand holds up several Please Read BACHAND, page ­A7 leaves of dried comfrey. St. Joseph students join National Junior Honor Society

WEBSTER — St. Joseph School is organization that promotes recognition proud to announce that the following for its students who reflect outstanding students have been inducted into the accomplishments in the areas of schol- Eagles Chapter of the National Junior arship, leadership, character, service, Honor Society (NJHS): and citizenship. Grade 7 – Dale Boudreau and St. Joseph School students are eli- Maya Podskarbi; Grade 8 – Katrina gible for an invitation to the National Piekielniak, Jacob Sirard and Adrian Junior Honor Society at the end of their Courtesy Photo Sobczak. sixth or seventh grade academic year. Current members include eighth Cumulative Grade Point Averages The St. Joseph School National Junior Honor Society - Front Row (L to R) Wiktoria potem, grade students Tessa McCabe and (GPA) are calculated based on every Jacob Sirard, Dale Boudreau, Tessa McCabe: Back Row (L to R) NJHS Adviser, Karen Wiktoria Potem. completed quarter of middle school, Lefebvre, Maya Podskarbi, Adrian Sobczak, Rev. Grzegorz Chodkowski, Katrina Piekielniak, The NJHS at St. Joseph School is an and Principal Michael Hackenson. Please Read HONOR SOCIETY, page ­A10 Are you ready for a JOB CHANGE? Looking for NEW JOB? Check out your local source of job and career opportunities. See Section B of your newspaper and find out who’s hiring in your area. 2 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.StonebridgePress.com

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DUDLEY — On Nov. 14, the Dudley Woman’s In addition, please also consider bringing supplies Club will hold its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. for our DWC’s Veterans Holiday Baskets. Watch in the Senior Center at The Dudley Municipal for our newsletter or check our website for details Complex, West Main Street, Dudley. Author Karyn on items that are needed. The Dudley Woman’s Finneran will discuss her book “Just a Soldier,” Club is open to all women from Dudley and sur- the story of a German POW during World War rounding towns, and we welcome your attendance. II. Also, Lesa Patrock will present the Dudley Join us for this fun and lively evening, be our Middle School program: Adopt a Child for the guest and discover what our Woman’s Club is Holidays! Our voluntary giving project asks us all about. For more information please send an to bring wrapping paper and tape for the Dudley email to [email protected], contact Middle School’s Adopt a Child for the Holidays Andrea at 508-868-7110 or visit our Web site, http:// program. DudleyWomansClub.org.

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Mikey and Kelsey Doucette still celebrate their To My Son Mikey & Daughter Kelsey Birthdays with a Cookout Party at Grandma Whispers from Heaven Suzy’s house. They are the children of the When I left this world without you I know it late Joey Doucette who passed away on his made you blue your tears fell so freely I watched: Yamaha 4 Wheeler Sept. 20th 2005 on Lower I know this is true while you were weeping. Gore Rd. Mikey celebrated his 17th birthday Days after I passed away – while all was silent and his sister Kelsey celebrated her 14th within me I saw you kneel to pray. From this birthday. wonderful place called Heaven where all my pain is gone, I send a gentle breeze to whisper Mikey is the son of Caryn Raymond of “My loved ones, please go on” The peace that 100 MLK Jr Blvd, Suite 100, Worcester, MA, 01608 Charlton. Kelsey is the daughter of Meaghon I have found here goes far beyond compare Estelle of Webster. No pain. No clouds, No suffering – Just Lore (774)243-7782 • www.evershinedental.com from everywhere. You need not be troubled We’ll always love you Daddy, just stay close to God in prayer Someday we’ll Parking Validated you’re the light to our lives! be reunited, til then as you grow my love, His XOXO love surrounds you always EVERYWHERE! Find us on Facebook & Google Love you both, Always Daddy 4 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.StonebridgePress.com Dudley to switch to new voting machines

BY JASON BLEAU machines from an undisclosed vendor. firsthand. They run efficiently. They’re the old machines anymore. They’re just CORRESPONDENT The amount being spent was also not a tiny bit slower going through but it’s using them for parts. I for one would disclosed at the meeting although it was more accurate and it’s easier for the feel more confident having an election DUDLEY – The town of Dudley will explained that the money has long been workers because it will show why a knowing that the machines were not be using new voting machines in the budgeted in the clerk’s budget with the ballot got kicked out if it does get kicked going to break down in the middle of upcoming 2020 presidential primary anticipation of the transition. out.” the election. Not that they were to that elections and beyond, as the Board of “This is a process that (former Town Dudley had been using the Accuvote point, but we might as well get some Selectmen has voted to retire the pre- Clerk Ora Finn) has started a couple of Optical Scanner until selectmen money for them while we can,” Smith vious machines in favor of updated years ago. She did the research and we approved the new machines earlier said. technology. have received an updated bid which this month. The old machines will be The Town Clerk did respond to select- Selectmen were approached about the they kept the same prices when they sent out to the vendor who is buying men inquiries about the security of transition by Town Clerk Lori Smith had originally done it two years ago so the machines for $2,000 to be used for the machines especially concerning pri- on Oct. 7 where she explained that a that was pretty decent of them,” Smith spare parts. The town will now move vate voter information. Smith assured bid was already in hand for the new told selectmen. “I have witnessed these to the ImageCast Precinct Optical ICP selectmen and voters that the machines machines being Tabulator for upcoming elections. are secure and are currently in use by used. I went to the “Our other machine was pretty old over 180 towns and in numerous coun- Sturbridge elec- – They’re phasing those out. These are tries. tion in June and the new machines they are going to. I witnessed them don’t believe you can even purchase Fall into Fashion with the St. Joseph Women’s Club

WEBSTER — Looking for a Conn. and Macy’s of Auburn and attendance prize. fun filled day? The St. Joseph Mall. Some of our participat- A limited number of tickets Women’s Club has just the thing ing models are Andrew Jolda, are still available at $30 per per- for you. Join us on Sunday, chairman of the Webster Board son. Tickets can be purchased Nov. 10 as we present “Fall of Selectman, Zofia Walker, by calling Jo-Ann Canty, 508-943- Into Fashion” at the Richard A Ursula Kokosinski, Nancy 8587 or Connie Favreau, 508-943- Nowak Gymnasium, St. Joseph Abasahl, Sally Gianella, Sara 8293. Deadline is Nov. 4, and no School, Webster. Miedema, Kasia Kalinowski, tickets will be sold at the door. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. with Tina Raymond just to name a The St. Joseph Women’s Club vendor shopping for your plea- few. was established in 1953 to benefit sure. A buffet brunch catered by Entertainment will be provid- students and Felician Sisters of Mack’s Catering will be served ed by Tony Funches, former lead St. Joseph School. Proceeds from from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., fol- singer with Herb Reeds Platters. the fundraiser will help provide lowed by a fashion show at 1 Once again, we will be holding funding to meet our goals. p.m. Fashions will be provided a Lottery Raffle and Special Gift by Coco’s Cottage, Woodstock, Raffle along with a 50/50 raffle Almanac Real Estate WEBSTER $360,000, 22 Lake Pkwy, Pappas Helen V Est, and Pappas, Charles A, to Kunkel, Scott G, and Kunkel, Kathleen. $360,000, 301 Treasure Island Rd #301, Lakutis, Dianne F, to Bifano, Angelo, and Bifano, Jessica M. $280,000, 61-63 Myrtle Ave, Giangregorio, Mark J, and Giangregorio, Cindy L, to Valerio, Jose E. Courtesy Photo $200,000, 25-A Harris St, US Bank NA Tr, to Labib, Emad, and Labib, Ren. $100,000, 15 Pinehurst Dr, NEW YEAR BEGINS FOR Defilippo, Thomas, to PMZ Development LLC. ST. LOUIS LEAGUE OF $57,000, 16 Mill St, Jolda Realty LLC, to LP Auto Repair LLC. CATHOLIC WOMEN $20,870, 10 W Point Rd, Farino RT, and Farino, William J, to Marrier, Viola M. The St. Louis League of Catholic Women began their new year by worshipping together at St. Louis Church in Webster. They then gathered together at Point Breeze DUDLEY Restaurant for a wonderful lunch & enjoyable conversa- $560,000, 10 Nellies Way, tion. We would love to encourage more women to join Vyskocil, Robert J, and Vyskocil, our group to further their cultural, social, and religious Jacqueline J, to Tucker, Thomas, interests. For more information about joining, please con- and Tucker, Jennifer. tact president Carolyn Smith at 508-832-1405 or financial $400,000, 10 Noble St, Depot secretary Louise Duval at 774-452-6220. Road Charlton LLC, to Nalepa, Walter N, and Nalepa, Amanda M. $374,900, 107 Dudley Southbridge Rd, Tucker, Thomas Police Logs N, and Tucker, Jennifer L, to Ragozzino, Nicholas. $360,000, 29 Sunset Dr, Brooks, Dudley police log Charles L, and Brooks, Mary J, to Wheeler, Andrew D, and DUDLEY — The Dudley Police Department reported the Wheeler, Hillary L. following arrests during the week of Oct. 11-18. $299,000, 7 Center Rd, Casiano, Thomas R. Chase, age 67, of Dudley was arrested on Oct. 11 Jimmy, and Casiano, Lisa M, to for Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle, a Marked Lines Dwyer, Veneice, and Bembridge, Violation, and Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol. Richard. An adult male whose name has been withheld from publica- $282,500, 168 Corbin Rd, tion was arrested on Oct. 12 for Assault & Battery on a Family Daubney, Jeremy M, and or Household Member, Resisting Arrest, Strangulation or Daubney, Kristina L, to Suffocation, and Assault with a Dangerous Weapon. Casamassima, Jake. 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The Webster Times (USPS#024-928) is published weekly by Stonebridge Press, Inc., 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550. Periodical Postage paid at Southbridge, MA 01550. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Webster Times, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550 www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 5 DWC Garden Tour Committee distributes grants Courtesy Photos Following the Dudley Womans Club’s 2019 Garden Tour held on July 20, when guests strolled through the delightful gardens of Dudley Elementary School, Jane and Victor Champagne, Fay Mountain Farm, Ellen Laprise, Marcy Larmon, Mary Sansoucy, and the Overlook, the tour committee gathered to present grants of $500 each to its nonprofit partners. These included Dudley Elementary School Garden Club, Charlton’s Fay Mountain Farm and the Dudley Grange #`163. An enthusiastic shout out to our distinguished supporters: O’Connor & Co., The Overlook and McGee Toyota of Dudley! Applause also for our many volunteers and the generous donations of Webster Five, Webster First, Dippin’ Donuts, Christopher Heights, Kerrin Graphics, Sitkowski & Malboeuf, Coco’s Cottage, Page Chiropractic, Webster Lake Vet, Vacovec Mayotte & Singer, Booklovers’ Gourmet, Pappas CPA, Empire Travel, & Stone Hedge Gardens.

Left to right: Andrea Kane - DWC; Karen Gillon - Grange; Pat Korch, Elaine Kompel, Maryellen Huck, - DWC; Jennifer Galligan - Grange.

Left to right: Danyel Darger- The Overlook; Andrea Kane - DWC; Neil Johnson - FMF; Maryellen Huck – DWC. Webster Five Foundation donates $20,000 to Creative Hub Worcester

where artists and cre- Left to right: Maryellen Huck, Nancy Vajcovec - DWC, Elizabeth Waye-Bets - DES; Liza Moran ators can thrive.” - GT; Diane Siebold, Lisa Bilis - DES along with members of the Dudley Elementary School Garden Club. Laura Marotta, Creative Hub Worcester’s Executive Director, said, Place Motors is proud to sponsor “We are grateful for Webster Five’s gener- osity and their commit- j j ment to helping us create j j Friday’s Child j j a space that will have a lasting and vital impact Hi! My name is Deanna and My dream on the sustainability of is to be a brain surgeon! our artistic community.” Deanna is a friendly sixteen-year-old bi- About Webster Five racial young lady. She has a great sense Webster Five is a Courtesy Photo of humor and takes pride in making peo- full-service, $880 mil- Left to right: Monica Thomas-Bonnick, Webster Five lion community bank ple laugh. Deanna loves going out to Foundation Executive Director, Stacy Lord and Laura Marotta with a history of finan- eat, shopping, going to the movies and from the Creative Hub and Donald Doyle, President and CEO, cial strength. The main hanging out at the park. She has always Webster Five. office is in Webster, loved animals and hopes to have pets in with branch offices in her future home. Deanna loves all types WEBSTER — The ative place. Creative Hub Auburn, Dudley, Oxford, of sports, especially field hockey and run- Webster Five Foundation Worcester’s ecosystem of Shrewsbury, Webster ning. Deanna also enjoys working out, has announced that as artists, innovators, small and Worcester. The bank making art, and sleeping. Deanna is kind part of the Web of Caring business owners, youth, is committed to creat- to Make a Difference and families will help cre- and helpful to others. She has a nice smile ing a sense of communi- too! program, it will donate ate and grow a vibrant ty such that people feel $20,000 payable over three and dynamic communi- supported in what they Deanna Deanna is currently a high school student years to Creative Hub ty center focused on cre- need by people who truly Worcester. The dona- ative and cultural expres- Age 16 whose favorite aspect of school is earning care about their best good grades. Deanna has been active- tion will help support sion. interest. Through the Creative Hub Worcester ly participating in her school’s vocal jazz band. She has plans for her fu- Web of Caring to Make a ture which include going to college to become a brain surgeon. Deanna has in their mission to pro- Donald F. Doyle, Difference program, the vide affordable and acces- President and Chief bank has provided mil- learned that to achieve this goal, she may be in school for 12+ years! She sible opportunities in the Executive Officer of lions of dollars in charita- looks forward to this opportunity. arts for all Worcester area Webster Five, stated, “We ble contributions to local Deanna is a child that has blossomed in an environment that has structure, community members, are pleased to support the nonprofit organizations with a focus on at-risk Creative Hub Worcester’s and programs. predictability and nurturance. Deanna will continue to strive with a loving and underserved youth. mission to make a last- home that has time for one on one attention, predictable routines and stabil- ing impact ity. Deanna is legally free for adoption and is open to any family that may be The Creative Hub on the com- interested in learning more about her. It is very important to Deanna that she Worcester is driven by munity and is able to maintain the relationship she has with her sister once a placement their goal to do their culture of is identified. part in making the city Worcester Seasoned Split of Worcester a better by develop- Who Can Adopt? and more accessible cre- ing a space CORDWOOD $190 per cord Can you provide the guidance, love and stability that a child needs? If you’re Pick-Up & Load Yourself at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income, and room in your heart, $60 Delivery witin 10 mi. you may be a perfect match to adopt a waiting child. Adoptive parents can be single, married, or partnered; experienced or not; renters or homeown- 774.289.1023 ers; LGBTQ singles and couples. The process to adopt a child from foster care requires training, interviews, and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you, and if so, to help connect you with a child or sibling group that your family will be a good match for. To learn more about adoption from foster care, call the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at 617-54-ADOPT (617-542-3678) or visit www.mareinc.org. The sooner you call, the sooner a waiting child will have “a permanent place to call HOME.”

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through breath, movement, and medi- RECORDS AND BURPEE ZOO SHOW tation. Bring a mat, two blocks and/or Monday November 4, 6:00PM-7:00PM a yoga strap if you own them already. Library Alexandra Burpee will bring some of There will be some available on a first- her zoo animals to the library. Come come first-served basis. All levels are learn about different animals! All ages welcome. Corner welcome. Free. Children under 12 must $10 drop in class or $40 for 5 classes be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Hugh W and Harriet K Crawford Storytime, Mondays and Tuesdays, Foundation. 10:30 AM An introduction to books and the No registration required. Children CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION library for your preschooler. Please Pearle L. Crawford Memorial under 12 must be accompanied by an Wednesday November 6, just drop in no registration required. adult. Sponsored by the Hugh W and 10:30AM-11:30AM Library Harriet K Crawford Foundation. Chair yoga modifies some of the basic Webster Book Group The Third poses to make them more accommodat- Monday of the Month, 6:30 PM 40 Schofield Ave., Dudley YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL ing for those who gain strength from Enjoy wonderful conversation and 508-949-8021 Monday October 21, 5:00PM-6:00PM a seated, more stable position. Dress lively discussion about books that Online registration available at www. Hey teens! What would you like to see comfortably. Free. No registration. you help pick! The book selection for crawfordlibrary.org in the library? What kinds of programs Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. November is Prayer for Owen Meany Follow the Library on social media! do you want? Come help us plan and by John Irving. For more information Facebook: crawfordlibrary enjoy free pizza and drinks. Free. No BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP please call a librarian at the Circulation Instagram: @thedudleypearle Twitter: registration required. Thursday November 7, 6:00PM-7:00PM Desk. @thedudleypearle This month’s discussion will be The CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION Great Alone by Kristen Hannah. Books Literacy Volunteers, Tuesdays, Wednesday October 23, are available at the circulation desk. 6:00 – 8:00 PM TODDLER TIME Tuesdays 10:30AM-11:30AM No registration required. Volunteers are needed to provide one- 10:30AM-11:30AM Chair yoga modifies some of the basic on-one tutoring at no cost. Come for songs, books, and crafts! poses to make them more accommodat- CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION -Tutoring in English language skills Geared for ages birth through 3, but ing for those who gain strength from Wednesday November 13, for adults whose native language is not siblings are always welcome. Free. No a seated, more stable position. Dress 10:30AM-11:30AM English. registration required. Children under comfortably. Free. No registration. Chair yoga modifies some of the basic -Tutoring in basic literacy skills for 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. poses to make them more accommodat- adults whose reading and writing abil- ing for those who gain strength from ity levels are below the eighth grade POKEMON CLUB GENEALOGY GROUP: a seated, more stable position. Dress level. Please contact Holly Christo Tuesdays 3:30PM-4:30PM “RESEARCHING AT A HISTORICAL comfortably. Free. No registration. during office hours if interested in vol- Pokémon Fans! Kids ages 7 to 14 are SOCIETY” Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. unteering. welcome. Bring your Pokémon cards! Thursday October 24, 6:00PM-7:00PM No registration required. Children Seema Kenny will present the ins PEARLE JAM CONCERT SERIES: Lego Club, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 PM under 12 must be accompanied by an and outs of doing research at a his- THE SOFTER SIDE OF CELTIC For ages 3 – 18 years. Come build and adult. torical society. Free. No registration Thursday November 14, have fun. All supplies are provided and required. Sponsored by the Friends of 6:00PM-7:45PM no sign up required. LEGO CLUB the Library. Musician Jeff Snow plays six and Wednesdays 3:30PM-4:30PM twelve-string guitar, autoharp, Celtic Come build with Legos! Different DROP IN SLIME MAKING: SPOOKY bouzouki and bodhran. “The Softer challenge every week, and your cre- SLIME Side of Celtic” combines music, stories, Raise a Reader, Wednesdays, 10:00 ation will be put on display for others Friday October 25, 3:00PM-4:00PM and a wee bit of history from Scotland AM to see. Free. No registration required. Drop in and make your own spooky and Ireland. There will be singing, Children ages 2 – 5 years and sib- Children under 12 must be accompa- slime to take home! One slime per laughing, and foot stomping! Free. No lings with their parents/caregivers are nied by an adult. person, please. Free. No registration registration required. Children under invited to explore and engage through required. Children under 12 must be 12 must be accompanied by an adult. story time, free play, and activities. PRESCHOOL POWER accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Hugh W and Harriet Registration is required at sccpartner- Thursdays 10:30AM-11:30AM K Crawford Foundation. ship.wixsite.com/mysite. Come enjoy songs, books, and crafts! FOODS THAT FIGHT Geared for ages 3 through 5, but siblings INFLAMMATION Wiggles and Giggles Preschool Music are always welcome. Free. No registra- Tuesday October 29, 1:00PM-3:00PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL Class tion required. Children under 12 must Tri-Valley nutritionist Mary Brunelle Monday November 18, 5:00PM-6:00PM Fridays, November 1, 8, 15, and 22, be accompanied by an adult. will present an informative program Hey teens! What would you like to see 10:00AM on “Foods that Fight Inflammation.” in the library? What kinds of programs Sing and dance with Miss Lainey KNIT & CROCHET @ THE PEARLE Chronic inflammation is linked to do you want? Come help us plan and in this FREE program for kids 2-5 and Thursdays 5:30PM-7:30 PM & Fridays cancer, heart disease, diabetes, depres- enjoy free pizza and drinks. Free. No their parent/caregivers. 10:00AM – 12:00PM sion, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and more. registration required. Please sign up with the Childrens’ Knitters, crocheters and all other Learn how to fight inflammation and Librarian Andrew. fiber artists are welcome. No registra- eat healthy! Free. Seating is limited. MONDAY MOVIE: “CAN YOU EVER tion required. Children under 12 must Registration required. FORGIVE ME?” Spanish Classes for Kids, Mondays, be accompanied by an adult. Monday November 18, 5:45PM-7:30PM November 4, December 2, and January CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION Join us for movie night at the Pearle! 6, 5:00PM – 6:00PM FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FALL Wednesday October 30, “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” stars Learn Spanish through stories, BOOK SALE 10:30AM-11:30AM Melissa McCarthy and Richard E games, songs, and activities. Children October 18-19, during Library hours Chair yoga modifies some of the basic Grant. When Lee Israel falls out of step must be at least 5 years old, with a The Friends will hold their Fall book poses to make them more accommodat- with current tastes, she turns her art beginning level of reading and must sale at the Library, Friday October 18 ing for those who gain strength from form to deception. Rated R. Run time be able to sit independently in a class 10:00AM-5:00PM and Saturday October a seated, more stable position. Dress is 106 minutes. Free. Fresh popped pop- setting. 19 10:00AM-2:00PM. Special preview for comfortably. Free. No registration. corn provided. Children under 12 must $15 per class Friends members is Thursday October Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. be accompanied by an adult. 17 from 5:00PM-8:00PM. Children’s Fall Floral Arrangement, Tuesday, books, paperbacks, DVDs, cookbooks, MUSIC AND MOVEMENT: CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION November 5, 6:30Pm – 7:45PM fiction and nonfiction of all kinds. THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION Wednesday November 20, Join us for a discussion of color, mate- Friday November 1, 11:00AM-11:45AM 10:30AM-11:30AM rials, and styles for fall arrangements to UKELELE WITH JULIE Nothing gets kids on their feet and Chair yoga modifies some of the basic grace your Thanksgiving tables and Monday October 21, 6:00PM-7:00PM having fun quite like songs, dance and poses to make them more accommodat- décor. Want to try an instrument that is fun silly stories. Deb has been conducting ing for those who gain strength from and easy to play? Join Julie Stepanek as children’s programs that get kids up a seated, more stable position. Dress Jug Band, Wednesday, November 13, she shows the fundamentals of ukulele and moving since 1991. Join Deb for a comfortably. Free. No registration. 6:30 – 7:30PM playing. You’ll learn how to tune, strum Thanksgiving Celebration!! No registra- Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Outrageous Fortune is a Boston and read chords. After a short lesson, tion. Children under 12 must be accom- based acoustic vintage jazz and blues you’ll be able to play songs. No experi- panied by an adult. Sponsored by the DROP IN SLIME MAKING: trio. Their repertoire features innova- ence necessary. Bring your own ukulele Friends of the Library. HARVEST SLIME tive arrangements of early jazz and jug or borrow one of hers. Ages 8-12. Free. Friday November 22, 3:00PM-4:00PM band music. The group features Chris Drop in and make your own harvest Welles, Rod Thomas and Dan Dick. slime to take home! One slime per person, please. Free. No registration Book Author Kennedy Hudner, Because Your required. Children under 12 must be Tuesday, November 19, 6:30 – 7:30 PM accompanied by an adult. Kennedy is a resident of nearby Business Matters Connecticut and author of the science ──── ED THE WIZARD! fiction trilogy: Alarm of War and the Don’t Be Shy–– Saturday November 23, murder mystery: Riddle Me A Death. 11:00AM-12:00PM His talk will feature his newly released Tell Our Readers Ed’s magic show uses a lot of audi- murder mystery: North Harbor. Set on Why They Can’t ence participation. The kids are the the coast of Maine, the book involves stars because they make the magic hap- drug smuggling, a small fishing village Miss You pen. They may cause a lot of trouble! and a local policeman who suspects that ──── He doesn’t just “do a trick” he tells a his police department has been bought Get Your Brand & story that revolves around it. Free. No off! registration required. Children under Logo Out to 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The Public Sponsored by the MEFA UFUND. Movie Night – Yesterday ──── Thursday, November 26, 6:00PM CHAIR YOGA: FALL SESSION Watch a movie on our new screen and IF YOU’RE We Support Local Wednesday November 27, projector system with Himesh Patel and ──── 10:30AM-11:30AM Lily James. Enjoy some popcorn in the READING THIS, Chair yoga modifies some of the basic Community Meeting Room. Print Ads Can’t be poses to make them more accommodat- WOULDN’T YOU Swiped or ing for those who gain strength from Clicked Away a seated, more stable position. Dress Oxford Free Public RATHER SEE YOUR comfortably. Free. No registration. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Library unveils new Children’s AD INSTEAD? 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The first will take Yoga with Julie, Saturdays, 9:30AM place March 19, 2020, and will feature – 10:45AM Lisa Burris, executive director of Turn The practice of yoga on the mat Turn To LIBRARY page ­­­A7 helps us to be better yogis “off the mat” www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 7 Webster Five donates to Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group N. GROSVENORDALE, and general case management. us make instrumental and pos- Conn. — The Webster Five The group has long stand- itive impacts on the life cours- Foundation has announced ing relationships with local es of at-risk adolescents in need that as part of the Web of Connecticut schools and works of support and care.” Caring to Make a Difference closely with them together to program, it will donate $2,200 provide mentoring and other About Webster Five to Thompson Ecumenical youth programs to students. Webster Five is a full-ser- Empowerment Group. The vice, $849 million community donation will help support the Donald F. Doyle, President bank with a history of finan- group’s adolescent mentoring and Chief Executive Officer cial strength. The main office programs in 2019. of Webster Five, stated, is in Webster, with branch “We are pleased to support offices in Auburn, Dudley, The Thompson Ecumenical the Thompson Ecumenical Oxford, Shrewsbury, Webster Empowerment Group has been Empowerment Group’s mis- and Worcester. The bank is working to meet the needs of sion to provide quality mentor- committed to creating a sense low income individuals and ship interactions that will help of community such that peo- families since its inception in local children achieve greater ple feel supported in what 1988. They offer basic needs academic gains and develop- they need by people who truly programs including emergen- mental strides.” care about their best interest. cy and ongoing food assistance, Through the Web of Caring to heating assistance, adolescent Anne Miller, Thompson Make a Difference program, Courtesy Photo mentoring, back to school Ecumenical Empowerment the bank has provided millions Left to right: Monica Thomas-Bonnick, Webster Five Foundation Executive backpack assistance, state and Group’s Executive Director, of dollars in charitable contri- Director, an unknown TEEG representative, Anne Miller, TEEG Executive federal benefits assistance, said, “We are grateful for butions to local nonprofit orga- Director, and Donald Doyle, President and CEO, Webster Five. Gamblers Anonymous, holiday Webster Five’s generosity and nizations and programs. giving, homelessness support, their commitment to helping

She learned hers from talking to a lot she said. It should not be used for com- chopped stalks and leaves (not the flow- BACHAND of older people, Native and otherwise, pound fractures to avoid having them ers or roots, which are toxic), let it sit continued from page 1 who’d used it themselves for years. In heal without being straight, but can be in a dark cabinet for 28 days, then use for certain methods, certain parts or one case, she recalled meeting an old used on broken skin, unlike arnica. just two or three drops at a time to pro- with certain health conditions. And she healer from Appalachia who had com- Comfrey is noted for its fuzzy leaves, mote sleep. That dose “will knock you notes many herbs should not be used piled her own hand-written herbal text, a trait shared with lamb’s ear (which is out,” she said, noting her husband once medicinally during pregnancy. partly typed by her husband. toxic, and fairly easy to confuse when took half a dropper full “and slept for 24 “If you want to use a plant you don’t A major concept many of them taught young) and mullein (which is also hours.” know, please do not use the internet. Go her is this: “only take a third – one- medicinally useful). Mullein is easy to “On its own, it’s disgusting, so blend to a trusted person,” she said, noting third for me, [leaving] one-third for the recognize, especially in the second year it with something,” she warned. the Web has a lot of conflicting informa- animals that need it, and one-third so it of its biennial cycle. Then its fuzzy Also common are blueberries, which tion on herbs, much of it simply wrong regenerates,” she said. leaves are “huge” and it sends up a tall are everywhere in area forests. High- and some dangerous. That’s particularly important when stalk covered in yellow flowers. Its flow- and low-bush varieties both provide Likewise, there are many books out collecting flowers, since most plants ers are the useful part, helping to treat equally effective leaves for teas that there, but she’s not a fan of most of need the seeds they produce to create chest congestion and ear infections, help regulate sugar levels, and are best them. She notes that if a source does not the next generation. and Bachand said they’re most effective harvested either early in spring or after include counterindications and poten- They also taught her, “the more vile when used just after drying. the berries are done. Bachand recom- tial dangers, don’t trust it. Furthermore, tasting it is, the more effective it is.” Regarding drying, she noted it’s gen- mended it for people who are “prone to most book pictures are not very helpful She used that line particularly to erally better to let leaves dry naturally diabetes or if it runs in your family,” in identifying the plants in the wild. refer to the rather mis-named boneset. (by hanging them in a dark, dry place) but noted insulin-dependent diabetics Likewise, Bachand noted you don’t It isn’t used for broken bones, but for rather than putting them in a dessicator need to be careful using it and test blood need those combinations of multiple the flu, and is deceptive. While it smells or low-heat oven. They preserve more of sugar levels often to avoid causing lev- herbs that are often sold. Typically, like cut grass, it “really tastes vile. … their oils and chemistry that way. els to fall too much. they include herbs that have the Dirt tastes better than this.” However, she added, some plants “There are always precautions” when same effects, so a good rule of thumb Fortunately, in Bachand’s experi- work better fresh, although it typically using herbs with prescribed medicine, is to find one that treats most of the ence, it doesn’t take much boneset to requires more of a fresh herb to get the she added. symptoms, cross them out, and add work at the first sign of flu – just two desired effect. Two common examples Several of the plants she discussed had another that deals with the remainder. leaves as a tea steeped in a quarter-cup are basil and oregano; when dried, both uses for various aspects of a woman’s Combinations usually only need two or of water, downed fast “then chase it lose most of the active oils. “The heal- cycle, including red raspberry leaves three to be effective. with anything fizzy. Don’t chase it ing properties are more intense” when and motherwort. The former, drunk as “When you’re working with plants, with juice, because you’ll never want picked fresh and used as tea or eaten, a tea, can ease the birthing process and less is more,” she said. “Pharmaceuticals to drink that juice again.” While most but she noted oregano oil sometimes is “great for cramps because it’s putting often treat the symptoms, not the herbal teas taste good enough to stom- found in stores should never be ingest- the iron you’re losing [from menstru- cause,” but herbs can treat both. ach a full cup, “you’ll never get a full ed. ation] back in your body.” The latter, Even the better books tend to be pret- cup [of this] down,” she said. Another well-known plant that’s com- she added, has long been termed “a ty generic and are usually based on Unlike boneset, comfrey is useful for monly seen as medicinal is echinacea, woman’s best friend” for its versatility. plants available in the Western US, she fractures. When applied topically as which helps strengthen the immune Several were also useful for skin added. “Not a lot of [Native American] a cloth dunked in a tea and laid over system. However, she warned it’s “dead- issues, including sweet fern and jewel- people were left [in our area] to carry on the injury, it “speed healing of broken ly to diabetics” and can only be taken in weed, Both are good for counteracting that tradition.” bones by a quarter to half the time,” cycles of two weeks on, two weeks off. poison ivy It’s not native, and several other plants Some plants are easy to grow and have similar postive effects without the transplant, some are not. Policies and Procedures sections of the dangers. One is rosehips – those red, “I transplant everything in the fall,” MEETING towns general bylaws. Finally funding seed-filled balls of various sizes that she said. “If it lives through the winter, continued from page 1 requests for the removal of hazardous develop after the flowers bloom on all you can harvest it the first year. If it the bigger articles selectmen are bring- trees and the preservation of historical rose plants. She said they’re very high lives through the first winter, it will ing forward to discuss is the possibility documents as well as an update to the in vitamin C and should be harvested live through many winters.” of enabling the board to negotiate and stabilization fund will close out the when the birds start eating them. “There’s a lot of plants Nature gives enter into a payment in lieu of taxes meeting. Similarly common is dandelion, often us that defy human intervention,” she (PILOT) agreement for a solar facility A full warrant for the annual town reviled as a weed. But every part of it is added. “I don’t pretend to understand at 197 Oxford Road for a 20-year term. meeting can be found on the Town of useful – early leaves in salads (high in half of what Mother Nature does. Maybe Solar farms and related items have Dudley website. The fall annual town vitamin K), dried roots and flowers as in 50 lifetimes.” proven to be a hot topic of discussion in meeting will be held on Monday, Oct. a diuretic that won’t remove the body’s recent meetings of the town. 28 at 7 p.m. at Shepherd Hill Regional potassium as commercial ones do. Gus Steeves can be reached at gus. Among other items on the warrant High School and will continue Tuesday So is wild lettuce, which has leaves [email protected]. are unrelated amendments to the night, Oct. 29 at the same time and loca- that look similar. Despite its name, it Town Administrator and Personnel tion if needed. is not edible – “very bitter” – and is best used as a tincture in alcohol, cider or oil, she said. Pack a jar with fresh,

Friday, October 25, 11:00AM – 12:00PM have fun. All supplies are provided and LIBRARY Author of “Addison Goes to First Yoga with Julie, Saturdays, 9:30AM no sign up required. continued from page A6­­­ Grade” – 10:45AM From being a college assignment and The practice of yoga on the mat Raise a Reader, Wednesdays, 10:00 Back Time, Paxton. lifelong dream to something children helps us to be better yogis “off the mat” AM and adults of all ages can enjoy and through breath, movement, and medi- Children ages 2 – 5 years and sib- relate to. tation. Bring a mat, two blocks and/or lings with their parents/caregivers are Gladys E. Kelly Library a yoga strap if you own them already. invited to explore and engage through Native American Culture and History There will be some available on a first- storytime, free play, and activities. 2 Lake St. Webster, Mass 01570 Series come first-served basis. All levels are Registration is required at sccpartner- 508-949-3880 Saturday, October 26, 12:00 PM welcome. ship.wixsite.com/mysite. www.gladyskellylibrary.org Enjoy the beautiful music of the $10 drop in class or $40 for 5 classes Native American flute and storytelling Movie Night – Men in Black Children’s Author, Emily Cutler with Craig Standing Bear. Storytime, Mondays and Tuesdays, International 10:30 AM Thursday, October 31, 6:00PM An introduction to books and the Watch a movie on our new screen and library for your preschooler. Please projector system and enjoy some pop- just drop in no registration required. corn in the Community Meeting Room.

Webster Book Group The Third Wiggles and Giggles Preschool Music Monday of the Month, 6:30 PM Class Enjoy wonderful conversation and Fridays, November 1, 8, 15, and 22, lively discussion about books that you 10:00AM help pick! Copies of the current book Sing and dance with Miss Lainey selection are always available. For in this FREE program for kids 2-5 and more information please call a librari- their parent/caregivers. an at the Circulation Desk. Please sign up with the Childrens’ Librarian Andrew. Tricks and Treats a Halloween Magic Show, Tuesday, October 29, 4:00PM – Spanish Classes for Kids, Mondays, 5:00PM November 4, December 2, and January Join magician Todd Migliacci as he 6, 5:00PM – 6:00PM performs Halloween tricks and treats. Learn Spanish through stories, games, songs, and activities. Children Literacy Volunteers, Tuesdays, must be at least 5 years old, with a 6:00 – 8:00 PM beginning level of reading and must Volunteers are needed to provide one- be able to sit independently in a class on-one tutoring at no cost. setting. -Tutoring in English language skills $15 per class for adults whose native language is not English. Fall Floral Arrangement, Tuesday, -Tutoring in basic literacy skills for November 5, 6:30Pm – 7:45PM adults whose reading and writing abil- Join us for a discussion of color, mate- ity levels are below the eighth grade rials, and styles for fall arrangements to level. Please contact Holly Christo grace your Thanksgiving tables and during office hours if interested in vol- décor. unteering.

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Frank G. Chilinski Stonebridge Press President and Publisher to quality education preventing Brendan Berube Editor theft Last week, I traveled to tems with funding, while the Avon, Ind. as keynote speak- positively boards of education scream er for the Avon Education for more. The truth is that This past week, Foundation (AEF). Avon speaking school funding alone does our department Editorial is a charming suburb of not create quality educa- received sever- Indianapolis nestled in the By Gary W. tion. In fact, I can make a al motor vehicle break-in reports. countryside just outside of Moore compelling case that if not the city. properly managed, it causes These were reported A film that Avon has a tax base chal- damage by relying on tech- mostly in the east- lenge as it is a communi- nology alone. If funding was ern part of town. Vehicles were bro- ty with no industrial base and very a key driver, the USA would be ranked Chief’s few commercial tax dollars. The State number one in every category of educa- ken into during the teaches us of Indiana has wisely protected home- tion … and we are far from it. I’ll take Corner overnight hours owners from abusive and punitive real an optimistic and positively enthused while parked in estate taxes, so there is a serious need teacher with a chalkboard any day over STEVE the owner’s drive- way or near their for school funding aside from govern- a pessimistic teacher with the latest and WOJNAR all to be ment funding. That is where the busi- greatest technology. Technology can be home. These have nesses and citizens of Avon generously a valuable enhancement to education occurred in the past step in. but without an optimistic outlook, tech- in various parts of town at random So, you don’t live in Avon and why nology only amplifies the pessimism of times in the past. I wanted to take this neighbors should you care? the user. opportunity to once again publish some This story is the same for countless My message to Avon was to not only reminders for people to assist them communities around the nation, but keep it up but ramp it up. Why settle in preventing some future incidents. few seem to function with the success for being one of the best school sys- The best way to prevent most of these again break-ins is to keep your vehicle locked. of the AEF, led by President of the tems when you can strive to be the Many people simply forget to do this, If ever a documentary could change Board Shane Sommers and Executive best school system? Be optimistic X 10. Director, Sara Bender. Sara is an enthu- Never settle. Never be satisfied. Never or they have a false sense of security the world, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” that nothing will happen in their neigh- would be a top contender. The documen- siastic fireball who believes in the mis- accept mediocrity when excellence is at sion of the AEF and refuses to believe your doorstep. borhood. This is especially true while tary recounting the life of Fred Rogers the vehicle is parked near their home. and his famed children’s television any need should be unmet and no goal is So again … what does this have to do unattainable. She exudes a level of opti- with you and your school system? Many criminals look for unlocked vehi- show, “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood,” is cles to enter. These are easy targets one of the top 25 most successful docu- mism that is contagious, but it doesn’t Stop looking for additional dollars stop with Sara and the AEF. and technology to help your students and the individuals have a lower risk mentaries ever to be released, and it has of being discovered since they are not only been in theaters for two months. Avon schools and students project a succeed in life and begin with optimism. level of optimism that I rarely see, and Optimism isn’t a genetic gift passed causing damage (breaking glass, etc.). After seeing the film ourselves this past Perhaps of equal importance, is to never weekend, we can state that there is a I have spoken to hundreds of schools from parent to child. Optimism is an across the nation in my role as a moti- acquired skill. An optimistic outlook in leave items of value in your car. Items clear reason as to why. like cell phones, wallets, pocketbooks, The familiar calm voice of our child- vational/inspirational speaker. life is a choice we make. Optimism is the Does optimism make a difference? foundation that success and happiness keys, etc. that are in plain view, can be hood brought back memories that attractive to criminals. If they are not instantly soothed the audience. While When you believe the best is coming, are built upon and make no mistake the mind subconsciously works to make about it. There is no middle ground. there or at least hidden, there is a strong Rogers’ show touched on harsh top- likelihood these perpetrators will move ics that children were facing, such as it so. The same is true in reverse with You are either optimistic or you are a pessimistic outlook. I didn’t spend pessimistic. on. racism, the assassination of Robert In addition to securing your vehicle, Kennedy and the Challenger explosion, enough time in Avon to trace the ori- It is the attitude and outlook of the gins of this optimism, but I was there student that is all-important. That out- remember the value of lighting around the longing for simpler times and a your home. The more lights you have, lost innocence was apparent in anyone long enough to see that their optimism look and attitude can be shaped and permeates through the entire educa- formed by the educational system. Yes, the better off you are. Burglars and watching the documentary. other criminals do not like to be seen. The film takes us on the set and gives tional system. its difficult to overcome an unsupport- Take as an example the Marching ive or bad home life for your students, Motion detection lights are a great tool. a unique be- hind the scenes perspective They only work when movement takes that as a child we would have never Arts program. Both the Avon Marching but the school system is the next great- Band and Color Guard are nationally est influencer. When a student can be place. These will limit the amount of dreamed existed. The Land of Make electricity which is used and will pro- Believe with King Friday and Prince recognized as “top notch.” I enjoyed taught and influenced to believe that if the privilege of meeting and spending they work hard and pursue excellence a vide illumination at times when it is Tuesday was a magical place that a red needed most. trolley brought us to every day. To see time with Dean Westman, Performing positive future can be theirs … get out of Arts Chair and Daniel Wiles, Visual their way and watch them fly. Finally, we ask you to call the police it now, through the eyes of an adult, if you hear or see anything unusual tak- was a powerful experience. The set was Program and Winter Guard Director. My message to Boards of Education, Together, these educators have amassed Teachers and taxpayers is simple; If ing place around your home. Many peo- incredibly simple, yet Rogers made it a ple wait until the next day to report sus- positive everlasting memory to anyone numerous national championship you are not teaching and formulating awards. What was the first thing that an optimistic environment within your picious activity. Often, people will dis- who tuned in. miss their observations as something We watched Mr. Rogers because we came to mind when I met them? They student’s heart and mind, stop wasting were optimistic. Optimism generates your money on technology. else which is easily explainable. You knew he was an ally. We truly believed know your neighborhood best. If the he really liked us, and deep down we enthusiasm and enthusiasm generates Optimism is the key to success in positive actions. And of course, positive education. police are notified immediately, there is knew that if we were to ever meet him, a greater likelihood of locating suspects he would like us just as we are. This actions create positive results. It all Optimism is the student’s super-pow- begins with optimism. er. and stolen property while at the same editor would have never thought back time possibly preventing future occur- in 1980 while sitting on a mustard col- Then there is the Avon High School Library. In many schools, the library Gary W. Moore is a freelance col- rences. In many of our recent cases, ored carpet watching the show, that one we received calls and assistance from day she would be writing about the man is avoided like the plague … but not at umnist, speaker and author of three Avon. At any given moment, the library books including the award-winning, some residents. This is always greatly who essentially taught her how to tie appreciated. Without public assistance, her shoes and gave her confidence that is packed with students. I visited with critically acclaimed, “Playing with the librarian, Robyn Young. What did I Enemy.” Follow Gary on Twitter @ our efforts to investigate crimes and kindness would always be just around identify suspects can be extremely diffi- the corner. notice first? A genuine optimism and GaryWMoore721 and at www.garyw- enthusiasm. It seems to be contagious at moore.com. cult. If anyone has any information on First and foremost with Rogers was these recent incidents or if you require his concern for the healthy self esteem Avon and worth catching. In the USA, we bury our school sys- additional assistance, please feel free to and well being of the children his show call 911 or our business line at 508-943- reached. He had a way to relate to young- 4411, option 0. sters that is a rare find in an adult. As As a reminder, on Saturday, Oct. 26 his son mentioned in the film, “he never from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Dudley Police lost touch with his eight year old self.” Department and the Drug Enforcement Rogers saw the minds of children as Don’t change 401(k) mix Administration (DEA) will conduct fragile and made it his life’s work to be another prescription drug “Take Back” sure that each child watching knew that event. The public can safely dispose they were special, despite what they of expired, unused, and unwanted pre- may be hearing elsewhere. Growing up during market drops scription drugs. The service is free during a time when children were not and anonymous. During our previous supposed to emote, Rogers made sure As you’re well events, large quantities of prescription young viewers knew how to handle aware, we’ve seen Here’s the key medications were taken in. In addition, any potentially confusing feelings with some sudden and Financial issue: A 401(k) or a needle drop box will also be available grace, after all, a healthy child makes sizable drops in the similar employ- for those who need to safely dispose of for a healthy adult. financial markets in Focus er-sponsored retire- medical sharps. Several communities To no one’s surprise, Rogers gave chil- 2019. While market ment plan is a long- in our area will also be participating in dren as well as his own peers, the hope volatility is nothing DENNIS term investment this event. If you are not from Dudley, that there would always be a champion new, the recent plung- account, whereas check with your local police for a partic- in their corner. His strength of char- es happened during ANTONOPOULOS moves made in ipating location near you. I encourage acter was so much so that he was not a period of general reaction to market everyone to mark their calendars and afraid to openly show love and kindness political and econom- drops are designed take advantage of this opportunity. to those who were scorned by others ic unease. Still, it can to produce short- Thanks again for your questions and simply for being themselves. Francois be harmful to overreact to such events term results. In other words, these types comments. Please send them to me at Clemmons, who played a police officer – especially if it means making radical of actions are essentially incompati- the Dudley Police Department, 71 West on the show beginning in 1968, was the changes to your 401(k). ble with the ultimate objective of your Main St., Dudley, MA 01571 or email at first African American to have a perma- 401(k). [email protected]. Opinions nent role on a children’s show. And yet, many people do just that. expressed in this weekly column are In an old interview, Clemmons During market downturns, investors Of course, when the market is vola- those of Chief Wojnar only and unless recalled a particular episode, explain- often move money from their 401(k)’s tile, you may want to do something with clearly noted, do not reflect the ideas ing “He invited me to come over and to stock accounts into perceived safer your 401(k), but, in most cases, you’re or opinions of any other organization rest my feet in the water with him. The accounts, such as those primarily con- far better off by sticking with the invest- or citizen. icon Fred Rogers not only was showing taining bonds or other fixed-income ment mix that’s appropriate for your my brown skin in the tub with his white securities. goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. skin as two friends, but as I was getting However, this doesn’t mean you should out of that tub, he was helping me dry This move may result in reduced vol- never adjust your 401(k)’s portfolio. In my feet. I think he was making a very atility on your 401(k) statements, and if fact, you may well want to make some DON’T MISS A BEAT strong statement.” that’s all you want, you might be satis- changes under these circumstances: During the last taping of the show, fied. But you do need to realize the cost You’re nearing retirement – If you Rogers ended it with his usual, “You involved – specifically, fixed-income are nearing retirement, you may need CHECK OUT THE make every day a special day just by investments will not provide the same to prepare your 401(k) for future down- being you, and I like you just the way rate of return that equities (stocks) can. turns – after all, you don’t want to have SPORTS ACTION! you are.” Rogers was looking right at So, if you liquidate some of your equi- to start taking withdrawals when your Clemmons when he said it. Clemmons ty holdings, you may slow the growth portfolio is down. So, if you are within, asked Rogers if he was talking to him potential of your 401(k), which, in turn, say, five years of retirement, you may when he said it. Rogers said, “Yes, I could slow your progress toward your need to shift some, but certainly not have been talking to you for years, but long-term financial goals. Furthermore, all, of your assets from growth-oriented you heard me to- day.” Rogers was refer- if you get rid of substantial amounts vehicles to income-producing ones. encing the fact that he knew Clemmons of your equities when their price is Your goals have changed – Even was gay, and was showing his accep- down, you won’t be able to benefit from when you’re many years away from tance of his longtime friend. owning them when their value goes up retirement, you probably have an idea Turn To EDITORIAL page ­­­A10 again – in other words, you’ll be on the of what that lifestyle will look like. sidelines during the next market rally. Turn To FINACIAL FOCUSpage ­­­A10 www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 9 The Community Connection Your area guide to buying, dining & shopping locally!

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I wish you strength and the grace to make those choices that will allow you and your neighbor to become the best of whoever you are.” Rogers went on to say, “Deep down, we know that what matters in this life is more than win- ning for ourselves. What really matters is helping others win too. Even if it means slowing down and changing our course now and then.” During the speech, a point that was mentioned in the film was one point at which Rog- ers wanted to offer the students at Dartmouth an invisible gift — “A gift of a silent minute to think about those who have helped you become who you are to- day. Some of them may be here right now. Some may be far away. Some may be in heaven. But wherever they are, if they’ve loved you and encouraged you and wanted what was best in life for you, they’re right inside yourself. Whom- ever you’ve been thinking about, imagine how grateful they must be that during your silent times you remember how important they are to you.” Rogers’ message of simplicity and kindness is something many of us are craving today. The reminder was import- ant and we will move forward always remembering to slow down and to cherish what is good. These things, of course, are dif- ferent for every- one. Some days it’s easy to forget; however, we hope that you don’t. It’s been over two their initial visit.” ist Cimabue. Business Insider months since I last report- More importantly, reports that “the unsigned tem- ed on antique and collect- they found some of pera on poplar panel depicts one ibles news from around the large cache of gold of the stages of the Passion of the FINANCIAL FOCUS the world. Some recent- coins. The coins were Christ and is thought to be part continued from page A8­­­ ly discovered treasures covered by a large of a larger polyptych the artist gained considerable press sheet of copper that painted in 1280.” The painting Perhaps you plan to travel for several months of the year or coverage. kept them protected will sell at auction on Oct. 27, purchase a vacation home in a different climate. These are from exposure to salt and is estimated to bring around expensive goals and may require you to invest somewhat Salvagers uncovered water and from being $6.6 million. pristine gold coins from buried beneath the aggressively in your 401(k). But you could change your mind. ntiques If you were to scale back your plans – perhaps more volun- the wreckage of a South A , shifting sands. Some Forbes reports that the first Carolina ship that sank of the coins they found teering, less traveling – you might be able to afford to “step Collectibles diamond formed within a dia- off the gas” a little and invest somewhat more conservatively in 1840 “while carry- are in pristine condi- mond was found in a Siberian in your 401(k), though you will always need a reasonable per- ing millions of dollars & Estates tion and were minted mine. It is not very large at 0.62 centage of growth-oriented investments. worth of currency.” The in Dahlonega, Georgia. carats. There are no plans for Daily Mail reported that The Dahlonega Mint the rare diamond yet or esti- By responding to factors such as these, rather than short- WAYNE TUISKULA term market declines, you can get the most from your 401(k), the Steamship North opened in 1838 and mate of value. 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OXFORD — In order for the Bartlett High boys’ varsity soccer team to defeat Oxford High, 5-2, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, it took a hat trick from senior co-captain Joey Anderson. Anderson and junior Brandon Boucher scored early for the Indians, only for Pirates’ junior Aidan Fahey to counter with a pair of goals to tie it up, 2-2. Then, in the 37th minute, Bartlett sophomore Tom McGonagle hit a corner kick to senior co-captain Jacob Vosburg, who booted in the eventual game-winning goal. Anderson then added a pair of goals in the second half to finish off his hat trick. With the win the Indians improved to 6-3-3, while Oxford slipped to 2-12.

Mathew S. Plamondon photos tlett’s Joey Anderson works the ball around Oxford defender Giovanni Casiano. Bartlett’s Colin Minarik is able to get his head on the ball and send it toward Oxford’s goal.

Keeper Taven Phanthavong of Bartlett heaves the ball up the field. Tom McGonagle of Bartlett wins a header Oxford’s Paolo Moudia Tokam fights off while being pressured by an Oxford defender. incoming pressure provided by Bartlett’s Joey Anderson. Graham’s late-game heroics help Bay Path stun Beavers in 2-2 draw

said. “Abby saw the net and she wanted it.” Blackstone Valley Tech (8-3- 2 overall, 8-0-1 in CAL play), thanks to a pair of second-half goals by Carrie Chase and Emma Ballard, were headed to a 2-1 win before Graham’s final-minute heroics. Chase scored to tie the game, 1-1, in the 18th minute of the second half. On the goal Chase sliced between two defenders to move right in front of the net and then booted the ball into the left side past Bay Path goalkeeper Lauren Dawson (13 saves in the game) from about 10 yards away. Ballard put the Beavers Jason Mckay photos ahead, 2-1, with nine minutes Bay Path’s Kailey Jones dribbles the ball down the field as Blackstone to play, getting off a quick shot Valley Tech’s Kasey Reeves gives chase. from the right side after beat- ing her defender to the ball. Hailey Cournoyer staked the Minutemen to an early BY KEN POWERS picked it up and kicked it in,” 1-0 lead, scoring in the third SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Graham, a junior, said of her minute. Kailey Jones set up Cournoyer’s goal with a long Amarii Colon of Bay Path throws the ball back into play. CHARLTON — Abby game-tying goal. “I didn’t drib- pass into the sophomore strik- Graham scored with less than ble in or settle it or anything. I er, who kicked the ball far a minute to play to lift the Bay just saw it and hit it.” enough ahead to lure BVT goal- Path Regional girls’ varsity Graham’s shot, from 20 yards would have been amazing to the funk is. We’ve been going ie Cassidy Waldo out of her net. soccer team into a 2-2 tie with out, sailed right to left into the pull off a win, but it’s even backward versus forward. We Cournoyer then used her speed Blackstone Valley Tech (BVT) upper corner of the net. better to tie them. I can’t tell have a lot of work ahead of to beat Waldo to the ball and in a game played on Tuesday, “I had no idea, honestly, you the last time we beat them us before postseason comes. kicked it into the short side of Oct. 15, at George L. Fowler when I kicked it that it might or tied them in the last seven Hopefully we can figure it out the open net. Memorial Field. go in; I just kicked it,” Graham years.” before then.” Graham and Legere both With the tie the Minutemen said. “I saw an opportunity and Blackstone Valley Tech head In the postseason the Beavers said the game was a tie that felt (8-3-1 overall, 4-3-1 in the I hit it. As I watched it go I coach Jay Porter said he felt hope to defend their Central like a win. Colonial Athletic League) realized it might have a chance like the tie was a loss. Mass. Division 3 Tournament “It does feel like a win to us moved to within a point of to go in.” “It definitely did not feel like championship from last fall. because we played really hard, qualifying for the Central When the ball went in the we accomplished anything,” Porter wasn’t surprised Bay Graham said. “[BVT] beat us Mass. Division 3 Tournament. net Graham, on the spot from Porter said. “We certainly Path jumped out to an early 7-3 the first time we played Bay Path earned that point and where she took the shot, didn’t come in doing what 1-0 lead. them, so we really wanted to qualified for the postseason jumped up and down, her arms we wanted to do or what we “Bay Path is often over- beat them, but I think we’re OK the next day when it tied Tri- outstretched over her head, thought we were capable of looked; they have a talented with the tie.” County Regional, 1-1, in a non- fists clenched. doing. It was not our best soc- squad,” Porter said. “They are “We deserved to win but league game to improve to 8-3-2 Bay Path head coach Tammy cer at all. capable of punishing you if we got a little tired at the end overall. Legere wasn’t surprised by “We’re just not working you take them for granted or so [the tie] was a little bitter- “One of [BVT’s] defenders Graham’s clutch, in-the-mo- well together right now, as if you’re not paying attention, sweet,” Legere said. “My play- went to kick the ball to clear ment play. a team,” Porter continued. and that’s what they did. Their ers know we deserved to win; it and she missed the ball and “The majority of my strikers “We’ve struggled the last cou- hearts and heads were in it they know we held them score- the ball got behind her and I are pretty dependable,” Legere ple of games. We’re trying to today and ours weren’t.” less for [nearly] 60 minutes. It figure out what’s wrong, what www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 13 Sports Balestracci nets four points to lift Oxford by Indians

BY KEN POWERS that they had five, six, seven or eight SPORTS CORRESPONDENT years ago; they’re a real tough team,” OXFORD — Sophia Balestracci Hansen said. “They’re right up there scored three goals and set up another with those SWCL powerhouse teams to lead the Oxford High girls’ varsity now. I thought we played them real soccer team to a 6-0 win over Bartlett tough today and that’s just a product High on Wednesday, Oct. 16. of the hard work that our girls put in With the win the Pirates improved each and every day.” to 7-6-2 overall and 4-6-1 in Southern Worcester County League (SWCL) play. Oxford needs two more points to qualify for the postseason. The Indians dropped to 3-10 overall and 1-9 in the league with the loss. Balestracci, just an eighth grader, Sports scored all of her goals and recorded her assist in the first half, after which Briefs Oxford led 5-0. “Sophia is a great scorer; she’s one of our top scorers in fact,” Pirates’ head coach Colby Harvey said. “Sophia can just straight light it up when she Ski or snowboard at wants to.” Wachusett Mountain Also scoring in the win for Oxford was sophomore Ellie Makowiecki, Are you interested in having a lot who scored a pair of goals — one of fun while also helping to make the in each half — and Reese Reynolds, winter fly by? Any students in grade 3 another eighth-grader, who added a and up, parents or teachers from any goal and an assist. of the surrounding towns and states “We’ve gotten a lot of support from can ski or snowboard eight consec- our eighth-graders; Sophia and Reese utive Saturday nights at Wachusett to be sure, and Abby Alicandro as Mountain for just $158 through the well. Abby plays outside defense for Southbridge Ski Club. You drive to us and she plays every minute,” said Wachusett Mountain on your own. The eight-week program begins on Mathew S. Plamondon photos Harvey, who has strength in the soph- Saturday, Jan. 4 and ends Saturday, omore class as well. “Ellie is a sopho- Bartlett keeper Camden Heenan reaches out to make a save versus Oxford. Feb. 22. Ski or snowboard rentals more; she plays a defensive mid, and as well as lessons are also available another sophomore, Brooklin Joubert, at a very reasonable cost. You may has really stepped it up; she is playing also be able to ski or snowboard for some of the best soccer I’ve seen her free through your health insurance play.” coverage. Also, anyone (students or Harvey said he was pleased with the non-students) can purchase Gold, win, but added that he certainly saw Silver and Bronze Season Passes at a room for improvement. lower discounted price through our “We’re definitely not playing the Club. For more information, please way we’ve played all season long, but contact Dick Lisi at (508) 410-1332 or a win is a win,” Harvey said. “We at [email protected]. struggled getting the ball on goal in the second half. In the first half we had some good shots and that got us to 5-0.” Softball pitching lessons In the win Oxford displayed some crisp passing, especially on the offen- available in Southbridge sive end as assists were recorded on A 17-week softball pitching les- four of the Pirates’ six goals. In addi- son (for children 7 years old and tion to Balestracci, Joubert and Hailey up) is available at the Southbridge Brooklin Joubert of Oxford heads the ball Oxford’s Ellie Makowiecki shields away a Swenson also assisted on a teammate’s Community Center (152 Chestnut down the field and away from Bartlett’s Bartlett defender while possessing the ball. goal. Street) on Sunday mornings from 8:30 Megan Tucker. “We really tried to focus on our to 10:30 a.m. The 50-minute sessions passing today; we want to keep the ball start Oct. 20 and go through Feb. 23, on our feet,” Harvey said. “I’m very 2020. There will be no pitching on pleased with the win. I’d like to see a Dec. 22 or Feb. 23, 2020. Ask about little better play, but absolutely this team/league discounts. Pitchers was a good win.” must bring a catcher. Please con- Bartlett head coach Sean Hansen tact Bill Rahall (Clark University) at was disappointed by the loss, but has [email protected] or (860) 576-3440 been pleased with his team’s improve- for more information. Hitting les- ment throughout the season. sons are also available every week. “We’ve improved each and every game this year; they play so tough,” Hansen said about the Indians. Dudley Charlton Women’s “They’re a hard-working group of girls Basketball to hold and that has paid off game to game to game.” pickup games Harvey, whose team defeated Bartlett, 8-1, earlier in the season, also On Monday evenings at the remarked on the improvement he’s Heritage School from 7-9 p.m., you seen in the Indians. will find women playing pickup “We’ve seen some increased play basketball. We play every Monday from Bartlett,” Harvey said. “They’re from September to June based on getting better every day. Sean does a the school schedule. There are no set great job with them.” teams or fees. Ages 18 and older are Hansen said he has been impressed welcome. Come for some fun exer- cise. Contact Deb at (508) 248-3600 for with what he has seen from the Pirates more information. Gabi Piwowarczyk of Bartlett, left, and Hailey Swenson of Oxford both extend their legs in this season. hopes of winning the ball. “Oxford has put together a great program. They’re not the same team

Megan Tucker of Bartlett gains possession of the ball in front of Oxford’s Sophia Balestracci. 14 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.StonebridgePress.com Sports Bartlett football narrowly edges Oxford

WEBSTER — Memorial Athletic Field played host to quite a close showdown when the Bartlett High varsity football team squared off with Oxford High on Saturday, Oct. 19. And the hometown Indians emerged victorious, 16-14, to improve to 4-2. The Pirates dropped to an even 3-3. For Bartlett, Alex Nunez scored on a pair of touchdowns, one rushing and one receiving from quarterback Logan Paranto. For Oxford, quarterback Devin Audette tossed a touchdown pass to Tyler Jacques and Sam Wing rushed in another score.

Oxford quarterback Devin Audette has enough time to release a pass before getting tackled.

Photos courtesy Lisa Kontoes Quarterback Logan Paranto of Bartlett airs out a deep ball versus Oxford.

Donald Speight of Bartlett rushes toward the end zone while being pursued by Oxford defend- Bartlett’s Alex Nunez tries to sidestep an Oxford defender while carrying the ball. ers.

Sam Wing of Oxford braces for impact while carrying the ball into the teeth of Bartlett’s Oxford ball carrier Nicholas Sellig is blinded by an arm from a Bartlett defender. defense.

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Monday Men’s Business Division 2: Mike Jarvis 178, Donald Hebert 178, Carol Chausse 142, Jeanne Single — Josh Assanov 139, Dan Altiery Sr. 175, Roy LaMothe 145 Carita 139 Labay and Michael Kustak 131 Series — Division 1: Timothy Series — Tim Johnson 431, Chris Series — Mike Marrier 356, Michael O’Brien 503, Bob Hanville 501, Ann Wong Kam 429, Sean Blake 415, Ann Kustak 355, Tim Labay 346 Hebert 482 Hebert 469, Carol Chausse 399, Jeanne Series over average — Jim Gatzke Division 2: Donald Altiery Sr. 483, Carita 358 +54 Mike Jarvis 463, Roy LaMothe 398 Saturday Youth Ten Pin City Thursday AM Coffee Single — Sammy Lamoreux 80, Single — Division 1: Dawn Kupiec Single — Lorraine Brezniak 109, Jacob Pillsbury 64, Nyah Aviles 61 190, Edna Miranda 171, Joanne Millie Wonoski 100, Sylvia Kitka and Series — Jacob Pillsbury 191, LaBonte 162 Yvette Gauthier 99 Sammy Lamoreux 188, Noah Pillsbury Division 2: Evelyn Rivera 147, Series — Lorraine Brezniak 283, Pat 150 Athena Marko 134, Pam McCabe 128 Series over average — Joey Saad Blake 276, Priscilla Piekarczyk 265 Series over average — Sammy Series — Division 1: Dawn Kupiec +49, Ellen Fugatt +30 Series over average — Carole Lamoreux +20, Nyah Aviles +29 525, Edna Miranda 464, Shirley Smith Marshall +45 437 Wednesday Women’s Industrial Sunday Mixed Division 2: Evelyn Rivera 380, Pam Single — Shanna Boucher 115, Bea Thursday Men’s Industrial Single — Rick O’Connor 132, Brian McCabe 335, Doll Gardecki 333 St. Cyr 111, Marie Piegorsch and Kris Single — Jeff Therrien 136, Steve Pilesky 123, Brian Lavallee and Dean Russell 108 Poisant 130, Tim Labay and Angel Gaboury 118, April White 118, Margie Tuesday Chet’s Social Series — Marie Piegorsch 306, Kris Claudio 129 Robidoux 107, Loda Blackmer 98 Single — Ryan Pelletier 132, Joey Russell and Marie McNally 293 Series — Tim Labay 370, Mike Series — Brian Pilesky 348, Rick Saad 126, Tom Smith and Willis Bond Series over average — Pam Therrien 344, Steve Poisant 337 O’Connor 321, Brian Lavallee 314, 111, Erin Van Dam 126, Ellen Fugatt Jacobson +42 Series over average — Mike April White 292, Rebecca Cloutier 264, 110, Brenda Mayer 97 Therrien +65 Loda Blackmer 263 Series — Ryan Pelletier 366, Tom Summit Tenpin Series over average — Dean Smith 324, Dave Lamontagne 312, Erin Single — Division 1: Bob Hanville Thursday Mixed Tenpin Gaboury +39, Sue Cuff +54 Van Dam 300, Ellen Fugatt 294, Brenda 223, MEC Hashey and Ann Hebert 177 Single — Chris Wong Kam 169, Tim Mayer 273 Johnson 167, Bob Bourget 158, Ann www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 15 Sports Uxbridge boys three-peat at SWCL Cross-Country Championships, with Tantasqua’s Blodgett winning girls’ race

BY NICK ETHIER SPORTS STAFF WRITER STURBRIDGE — For those who don’t realize how much of a team sport cross-country is, take a look at the Uxbridge High boys’ varsity squad at the Southern Worcester County League Championships, held Monday, Oct. 21 at Old Sturbridge Village. The Spartans secured the team title — for the third straight year — thanks to a 1-5 punch that included Colin Caso, Aidan Ross, Stephen Sanches, Carl Gallawan and Thomas Burke placing fifth through ninth consecutive- ly. Not only did they finish in succession, but the difference between Caso’s time (17:27.5) and Burke’s finish (17:42.5) in the three-mile trek was a mere 15 seconds. “If you can get five in the top 10, you’re something — you’re a good team,” said Caso. “We had a great day today.” Uxbridge’s total of 35 points — the points are added up by the placement of the athlete Oxford’s Natalie Hayes had a strong showing in the SWCL Cross-Country in the race — was 45 clear of Championships, placing 13th. second place Grafton. Millbury took third with 93 points. “This year we’re really focused about the team effort,” said Caso. “Everything we’ve been doing so far this season, even in the summer, has been team, team, team, team.” And the impressive results showed. Nick Ethier photos “That’s the training from June until now,” Caso said. Finishing in 20th, Bartlett’s Kathryn James races along the Old Sturbridge “Our coach [Walter Berkowicz] Village path in the Southern Worcester County League Cross-Country really pushed us in the sum- Championships. mer to do the training and do it well.” The Spartans now hope for a strong postseason. “The goal of this season is to qualify for States, as it is every season,” said Caso, which will take a top three team finish in the District Meet. “It’s going to be the hardest thing we’ve ever done, but we’re up for the challenge.” In the girls’ varsity race, Tantasqua Regional senior Dani Blodgett shook off a prior injury and dusted the rest of the field. Her finishing time of 20:38.9 was over 30 seconds fast than second-place Madelyn Germain of Uxbridge (21:11.0). “I hurt my Achilles a couple of days ago. I was training up in the woods. I felt something, but I kept going,” Blodgett explained. “A lot of people told me not to compete, but it’s my senior year so I didn’t want to not compete.” Blodgett, who hasn’t lost a race this season and took third in the SWCL Championships last year, stayed with Germain in the beginning of the meet before taking off around the two-mile mark. “I did try to start out slow, keeping pace with the top Uxbridge girl. I dropped her off Ahmed Azzoui of Bartlett competes at Old Sturbridge Village and finishes at the hills,” said Blodgett. in 24th place. Blodgett now has the goal of qualifying for the State Meet in front of her. “I do want to come in the top 20 for Districts and get to States,” she said. Full team and top-10 individ- Tantasqua’s Ethan Kenyon was his team’s top finisher at Old Sturbridge ual results are to follow. The Village, placing 17th. top-10 finishers all earned a medal for their achievements. 17:00.1 5. Colin Caso, Uxbridge, BOYS’ TEAM RESULTS 17:27.5 GIRLS’ INDIVIDUAL 6. Aidan Ross, Uxbridge, RESULTS 1. Uxbridge, 35 17:27.8 2. Grafton, 80 1. Dani Blodgett, Tantasqua, 7. Stephen Sanches, 20:38.9 3. Millbury, 93 Uxbridge, 17:38.6 4. Tantasqua, 126 2. Madelyn Germain, 8. Carl Gallawan, Uxbridge, Uxbridge, 21:11.0 5. Northbridge, 144 17:39.1 6. Auburn, 154 3. Jena Taubert, Millbury, 9. Thomas Burke, Uxbridge, 21:40.4 7. Leicester, 158 17:42.5 8. Bartlett, 191 4. Megan Wajer, Grafton, 10. Jason Fournier, Leicester, 21:46.5 9. Quaboag, 213 17:52.1 10. Oxford, 252 5. Ghislaine Brenner, Grafton, 21:49.6 GIRLS’ TEAM RESULTS 6. Mikayla Mannion, Grafton, BOYS’ INDIVIDUAL 21:54.6 RESULTS 1. Grafton, 31 7. Jemma DePasquale, 2. Uxbridge, 61 Grafton, 22:03.8 1. Aidan Gilmore, 16:20.9 3. Tantasqua, 71 8. Abigail Deary, Uxbridge, 2. Avinash Bissoondia, 4. Millbury, 93 22:06.7 16:25.4 5. Auburn, 131 9. Riley Cass, Grafton, 22:19.4 3. Marcus Reilly, 6. Quaboag, 147 10. Molly Segatore, Northbridge, 16:31.4 7. Northbridge, 199 Tantasqua, 22:50.0 Uxbridge’s Stephen Sanches (195), Colin Caso (179) and Aidan Ross 4. Keegan Gleason, Millbury, 8. Leicester, 213 (192) finished seventh, fifth and sixth, respectively, in the Southern Worcester County League Cross-Country Championships as the Spartans won the team title. 16 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.StonebridgePress.com www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 17 Which to do first, hunt or fish?

have dwindled down to only two, one in Uxbridge an one The Great in Northbridge. Reports of the loss of prison inmates Outdoors in Worcester no longer rais- ing birds for the state, could RALPH impact open covers by receiv- ing less birds this year accord- TRUE ing to a wildlife official last week. Wildlife management Hunting and fishing activ- areas should receive the same ities have sportsmen making amount of birds. It should be hard decisions on what to do noted that Westhill will still first. At this time of year, fish- only receive one stocking a week ing is providing many opportu- ,as in previous years. Although nities for catching trout, bass, there are numerous open cov- tautog, salmon, etc.! As the ers in the valley, MFW does waters cool, fishing will only not seem interested in their get better on fresh & saltwa- availability. ter. A group of local anglers left for Pulaski New York this past The six bird annual limit weekend to catch Coho and of pheasant is still a touchy King Salmon. Reports of some subject when it is brought up great fishing from Fat Nancy’s by local hunters. Numerous tackle shop in Pulaski is attempts over the years to have good news, and fishing will the limit of pheasant raised by only get better in the coming selling a few more tags .has days and weeks. This week’s also been ignored by MFW. It picture shows a large King works great in Rhode Island, Salmon caught in the Salmon and also generates more reve- River. Picture courtesy of Fat nue for the birds. Nancy’s Bait & Tackle shop in Pulaski, N.Y. Numerous sportsmen’s leagues are starting a drive to Pheasant hunting opened have MFW change the cross- Senator to get the crossbow bill day had clear skies and light hunt. Keeping a close eye on this past Saturday in bow law that requires only dis- passed. winds, that made sitting in your clothes and your dog Massachusetts with spotty abled hunters with permanent a tree stand somewhat bear- during the hunting season is action being reported by some disabilities to use them for Opening day of waterfowl able. This past week had very important. Spraying you local hunters. This coming hunting. More than 46 states season in Mass. got of to a numerous car deer colli- clothes with Peremitrin can Saturday should be a lot better, allow crossbows for hunting great start on Oct. 14. Reports sions reported. Drivers need keep you somewhat free of the if stocking trucks from Mass. for all licensed hunters. The of a good supply of ducks in the to use extreme caution on the pesty critters and spraying Fish & Wildlife deliver some leagues members are target- area had area hunters enjoying roads for the next two months, your dog with a mixture of one pheasant to open covers and ing State Representatives, a good day in local marshes as the deer’s rutting season part vinegar and three parts Wildlife management areas and State Senator’s to get and corn fields. A good supply will be in full swing. Deer dart- water prior to hunting seems like Westhill Dam. As men- the bill passed. There may of wood ducks provided some ing out into the traffic can be to work for some local hunters tioned in a previous column, be a “ Quid Pro Quo” to get fast shooting for one young fatal to the deer, but also to the and pet owners. Your pet and Westhill will need to be stocked the bill passed. It is a Latin first time hunter. He managed passengers in the vehicle. Just hunting companion also needs from the Hartford Av. area, word meaning something for to get his limit of wood ducks imagine the car deer accidents, to stay on some form of flea & and also hunters will need to something of somewhat equal and mallards. As he told me if hunters did not harvest more tick medication year round. walk a good distance to get to value. Politicians do it all the story of his hunt, the excite- than 10,000 deer annually in the hunting area because of an the time, helping other politi- ment in his eyes told it all. Massachusetts! Take A Kid Fishing & Keep ongoing dispute from an abut- cians get a bill passed that Them Rods Bending! ting land owner. is important to another’s con- Archery season started this Local bird hunters are stituents. Be sure to contact past Monday Oct. 21, in Zones reporting numerous deer Open covers in the valley your local State Rep. and State I-9 in Massachusetts. Opening ticks on there dogs after a Decorate and extend the life of your carved pumpkin

hole in the back. This limits one end of the water entering the carved Garden crayon against the cavity and helps extend the stem and the other life of your jack-o’-lantern. Moments end pointing away Coat the cuts with petro- from the center of leum jelly or vegetable oil the pumpkin. to seal in the moisture and MELINDA Use your hair prolong your display. Take MYERS dryer to melt the it one step further and use crayons so they’ll a commercial preservative drip down the side or peppermint oil to keep of the pumpkin, your jack-o’-lantern looking its best for creating a colorful waxy covering. A as long as possible. high heat setting will speed up the pro- Once in place, sprinkle your pump- cess but may make a bigger mess by kin with cayenne pepper to help repel splashing the melted wax all over the hungry animals. Avoid touching your table. eyes and wash your hands thoroughly To further dress up your landscape after using the cayenne pepper. consider converting a few pumpkins Don’t give up when your jack-o’-lan- into fall planters. Remove the top. Cut tern begins to shrivel. Give it a cold a hole large enough to accommodate bath to freshen up its appearance. the pot you’ll be inserting. Remove the Or put away the knives and break out seeds and flesh, cut a few drainage the paint and crayons to further extend holes in the bottom and then set a pot your pumpkin’s beauty. A painted face of pansies, asters, mums or ornamental or design can be just as impressive. And peppers inside. Melinda Myers Photo don’t worry if you have limited artistic When your pumpkins start to rot, ability; just download one of many free move them to the compost pile. They Make use of extra crayons by creating a unique and colorful crayon dripped pumpkin. pumpkin templates. will break down into a wonderful soil Put all those broken crayons to use amendment to use in next year’s gar- It’s time to select and decorate pump- carry the fruit cradled in your arms not creating a multicolored crayon dripped den. kins for your Halloween display. Get by the stem. Once the stem breaks away pumpkin. You’ll wow guests and kids Melinda Myers has written more than family and friends involved in a trip to from the fruit, the pumpkin is more will enjoy this safer pumpkin decorat- 20 gardening books, including Small the pumpkin farm and consider hosting susceptible to rot and its beauty fades. ing option. Space Gardening. She hosts The Great a decorating party. Store carving pumpkins in a cool Wipe the surface of the pumpkin clean Courses How to Grow Anything DVD Whether you grew your own or plan location until you are ready to start cut- and allow to it to dry before you start series and the nationally syndicated on purchasing one at a farm or gar- ting. Extend the beauty of carved pump- decorating. Remove the labels from the Melinda’s Garden Moment TV and den center, select pumpkins free of kins by washing them with warm water crayons and break them in half. radio segments. Myers’ website, www. holes, cuts and soft spots for decorat- and letting them dry before making Glue the crayons to the top of the MelindaMyers.com, features gardening ing. Damaged fruit tends to rot faster, the first cut. Try leaving the top intact pumpkin to prevent them from rolling videos, podcasts, audio tips and monthly ruining your fall display. And always and scooping the insides out through a off the pumpkin while you work. Place gardening checklists.

Oxford Library hosting turkey dinner fundraiser OXFORD — The Friends of the Oxford Free Public Library will hold a Turkey Dinner Fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the world famous Publick House in Sturbridge that will delight food lovers and library lovers alike. Two seatings are available, from 4:30 to 6:15 p.m. and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dinner will be buffet style. This is an all-you- can-eat turkey dinner with all the trimmings. No one will go home hungry! Adult tickets are $14, and a limited number of Children’s tickets are available for $5. Tickets can be purchased at the Circulation Desk at the Library. Transportation via a Council on Aging van and driver will be available for Oxford residents who are homebound and/or handicapped. They will need to sign up for this, as the seating in the van is limited especially for people in wheelchairs The Oxford Free Public Library, at 339 Main St. in Oxford Center, is a member of the C/W MARS network and is open to all residents of Massachusetts. The Friends of the Library Courtesy Photo are volunteers who support the Library with fundraising and promotional activities. Hours and library news can be found at http://oxfordmapubliclibrary.org. DWC HOSTS BRA DAZZLE! At the Dudley Woman’s Club’s October meeting recently held upstairs in the function room of Waterfront Mary’s, we held our first ever “Bra Dazzle” raising funds for the breast cancer charity, “Knitted Knockers.” Earlier, ladies had tons of fun decorating donated bras and modeling them at our club meeting. Our meeting attendees had just as much fun stuffing the bras with tip dollars to show their appreciation for the time and effort of the bra creators! All in all a great fun fundraising www.StonebridgePress.com event as the photos clearly show! 18 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.StonebridgePress.com Building for generations BY JAMES DORAN KELLAWAY metropolitan cities almost WESTVIEW HEALTH CARE infinitely expands the cultur- al options available. Nearer DAYVILLE, Conn. excursions are also pos- — Legacy. Is that something sible with down-the-road left behind? Or is that some- proximity to Interstate 395; thing projected forward? In bringing all of Connecticut’s Dayville, Conn., nestled on Windham County and New the corner of the Thompson London County well within Turnpike and Ware Road, lies reach. Even shorter circuits an example which sits square- might involve a trip to enjoy ly in the middle of both ideals. the latest musical comedy in Country Living at Westview the Bradley Theater, a brief Commons—a luxury living drive down the famously pic- opportunity in the form of a turesque Connecticut Route 75-unit independent and assist- 169, or an outing for a glass of ed living facility—is a current- the season’s best chardonnay ly culminating venture that is at Taylor Brooke Winery. The decades in the making. It has neighboring towns of Putnam, been strongly, but carefully, Woodstock, Pomfret, Brooklyn, pushed forward by David T. and Killingly are all within a Panteleakos, Donna Copeland, 15-20 minute ride through the and Herbert Czermak over countryside. Country Living the past two years with town residents will easily be able to meetings, financial planning, choose between a quiet night construction strategies, cen- in the country or a spirited sus research, and marketing night on the town—but with development. Their vision for the events and venues avail- a retirement lifestyle destina- able directly at Westview tion has been around for much Commons, the most entertain- longer; well before this recent ing evening may be just a short stage of physical assembly. walk down the hall! David Panteleakos is cur- Courtesy Photo Westview Health Care rently the Administrator and The construction site for Country Living at Westview Commons in Dayville, Conn. Center’s ownership, leadership, CEO of Westview Health Care staff, and physical building are Center: a 103 bed, national- poised to stand as heralds for ly recognized, five-star rated landscaping labor, or retired looks like a bird in flight if it hanging pendant lanterns give Country Living at Westview skilled inpatient nursing and individuals may simply want were viewed from above. Two the exact level of illumination Commons. Meticulous detail outpatient rehabilitation facil- to make a few new friends wings spread outward from a desired. went into planning this home ity. He has literally grown up and have more recreational medial body where the heart The specific location of of luxe living. Making a mag- in this environment, for he options. and soul of the community Country Living at Westview nificent senior living option represents the third consecu- The executives developing exists. Considerably more Commons within a wooded sec- affordably attainable is also a tive generation of his family this project firmly believe than a welcome lobby, this will tion of a quiet Northeastern credit to Westview’s 45 years to work in healthcare admin- that independent lifestyles are be the cultural center of the Connecticut neighborhood of family ownership and oper- istration. Eileen Panteleakos the means by and for which Westview Commons commu- makes it easy to understand ation. Financial latitude is (David’s mother) dreamt of a those wishes will be met. Not nity. Its area is commanded why the name of this residence afforded by decades of inherit- Westview-affiliated indepen- only will Country Living at by a 4,200 square-foot “Great begins with that particular ed knowledge that requires no dent living facility during Westview Commons be oper- Room” that functions as an ele- adverb. Lush trees are the only extra expense to dispense. The her preceding tenure as the ated by administration and gant dining room with space skyscrapers surrounding the five-star facility’s efficiency Administrator of the skilled staff that remains keenly to accommodate up to 150 peo- property, and this arboreal fil- in operation and expertise in nursing facility. She stipulat- aware of senior’s desires, but ple. Looking northeast fills ter sends patterns of dappled management are traits that are ed that it should offer extraor- it will all be available at entry the eyes with exterior views sunlight across the landscape now passed on to this newest dinary value for a competitive level pricing for this indus- that soar through the two-story all day long. This verdant can- member of the Westview fam- level of investment within the try. Moreover, this luxury window wall. Glance to the opy densely sifts the summer ily. market of retired living com- complex will not require large right and there’s a lively scene sun, gradually allowing more The clear objective of every- munities. down payments or long-term hailing from Harrington’s light to pass through as the one involved in Westview In 1998, Eileen Panteleakos contracts. For an all-inclusive Irish Pub. Across from there, leaves transition to the amber Commons is to model this res- and the President of Westview price prospective residents will delightful tea and conversa- tones of autumn and find their idence after a five-Star hotel, Health Care Center, Herbert have their choice of one or two tion brew at the Mediterraneo way to the ground—but pro- and thus maintain consisten- Czermak, developed the initial bedroom apartments complete Café—a side dish of laughter spective residents needn’t have cy with the five-Star facility plans for “a comfortable, car- with efficiency kitchens and included. Walk up the grand any concern for rakes, bags, that is Westview Health Care ing, beautiful retirement home spacious bathrooms, access staircase and a movie theater and tarps. The only thing more Center. Plans are available in picturesque Northeastern to on-site parking including a with plush seats opens its enjoyable than fall in New for every level of need within Connecticut.” After witness- 55-car underground garage, a doors as a satisfied audience England is the version of fall retired society. The one-bed- ing successful versions of comprehensive maintenance exits a screening of a popular in New England where leaf room and two-bedroom model senior-living communities and repair policy, a loaded film. cleanup is completely main- units are available for viewing, throughout New England calendar of recreational activ- Back downstairs, light tained by a staff of landscap- and scheduling an informative and Florida there were long- ity and cultural events, and emanates from the doorways ers; freeing up more time for tour with Executive Director held beliefs among Westview round-the-clock safety and of Physician’s offices, the quality life moments. Winter Donna Copeland is a great way leadership that their version security. Emergency needs mail room, and the beauty months won’t demand any to learn about specific details of senior residence could be can be managed and called in parlor. Excitement billows more exertion from the resi- that help with this very import- a huge success for both the by the Westview Commons from this interior intersec- dents of Westview Commons ant decision. Whether expec- business organization and the staff at any time, day or night, tion, but down each hallway either. Westview maintenance tations are deluxe or simple; regional population it would and each unit is fully equipped quieter retreats await their staff has managed heavy snow- whether independent living is serve. with networked smoke detec- respective dwellers. All 75 falls for decades, and every preferable or assisted living Timing is a key factor in tors and an overhead sprinkler units have large private bath effort will be made to ensure is needed; whether interested most of life’s pursuits, espe- system. rooms, half of the units fea- safe passages all around the individuals wish to expand cially significant business ven- Under construction at this ture a second bedroom, and a new compound. Furthermore, their social circle or they just tures, and the stewards of this very moment, the physical third of the units have French 55 indoor parking spaces below want to be able to invite their project have long anticipated building already commands doors leading to walkout pati- the building will help a seg- current friends to a glamor- the present rise in demand. As an impressive presence on the os. Entering one of these spac- ment of this residential pop- ous new home where the only the baby boom generation 32-acre Westview campus. The es reveals the open concept ulation eschew the elements thing they have to worry about has made its way to (and now total interior area will amount design that invites a great deal completely between off-site is getting a good seat at the through) retirement age, the to 115,000 square feet with resi- of customization for resident adventures. piano concert down the hall— corresponding shift in demo- dential units offering up to 1,085 furnishing. Coffered ceilings Dayville, Conn. is in an ideal Country Living at Westview graphics necessitates that square feet of space. Individual increase the height above the location for those interested in Commons is pleased to accom- more options become available dwellings are designed with spacious living rooms which living in the center of a spray modate. More information to seniors. The growth of this ample distance between doors; gently ease into the kitchen, chart of appealing destina- about the property can be population creates an increase residences extending down a where a full refrigerator, glass tions. Specifically: 117 Ware found at www.westviewcom- in needs that a life at Westview pair of two-story wings. Below range stove top, granite count- Rd., Dayville, Conn., is three- mons.com or by calling Donna Commons caters perfectly for raised ceilings the “A” wing ers, and maple cabinets adorn and-a-half hours from New Copeland, Executive Director older adults. They may desire and the “B” wing hallways the space and address culi- York City, one-and-a-half hours at (860) 428-2230. to downsize a home, increase elongate and intersect at the nary needs. Throughout the from Boston, and 45 minutes free time, hire supplementary huge central core of the build- area, dimmable lighting in the from Providence. This proxim- domestic services, perform less ing. The structure almost form of recessed elements and ity to some of the most major Eagle Scout recognized for firepit project

BY JASON BLEAU hard work and the rigmarole that goes CORRESPONDENT into what you needed to do,” Johnson said addressing Cournoyer. “The best DUDLEY – The town of Dudley is part was the leadership your provided home to numerous Eagle Scouts who to the younger boys.” do their due diligence to give back to Board Chair Steve Sullivan said their community through their Eagle being able to recognize young men like Scout projects every year. The Board Cournoyer is a highlight of any given of Selectmen usually takes time to meeting and is a reminder of the good acknowledge the commitment of these things that people both young and old young men, and on Oct. 7, they rec- do to contribute to the town. ognized Zachary Cournoyer who led “This is one of our good ones,” a project at the Dudley Municipal Sullivan said. “We get invited a lot to Complex to build a fire pit for the enjoy- ceremonies and we always try to send ment of the residents of Dudley. a representative. It’s really nice to see The selectmen presented a proclama- (Zachary) come in because he’s a life- tion to Cournoyer during their Oct. 7 long resident, he’s still in Dudley and meeting where the Nichols College stu- nobody knows the hard work except dent and lifelong Dudley resident spoke Zach and his folks and his fellow Eagle about his initiative. Scouts.” “I can’t thank (the selectmen) enough. Selectman John Marsi noted that They played a major role in me becom- Cournoyer is just one of many Eagle ing an Eagle Scout. I want to thank Scouts that have called Dudley home. everyone who helped me along the way Cournoyer himself said that’s a testa- obviously my friends and my leaders ment to the community and how young in scouting but also my parents did people are brought up in the town. probably more of the work than I did,” “I think that says a lot about Dudley. Cournoyer said. We do turn out a lot of Eagle Scouts Selectmen were quick to congratulate here and that shows you it’s not just the the new Eagle Scout on his success Eagle Scouts doing that work. People and thank him for his work on provid- have to help them. I think Dudley does a ing a new source of community enter- great job of that,” said Cournoyer. tainment for years to come. Selectman Selectmen were also scheduled to rec- Jason Johnson commented that he was ognize Daniel Kelley for his Eagle Scout Courtesy Photo one of several selectmen who got to see project however that ceremony was put Cournoyer’s project come to fruition Dudley selectmen recognize Eagle Scout Zachary Cournoyer for his scout project building a on hold to allow Kelley to attend a meet- new community fireplace. fist hand. ing in person. “I think I got to see a little bit of all the www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 19 Veterans Golf Tournament raises $3,000

Courtesy Photos Veterans and supporters in the Eighth Annual Veterans’ Golf Tournament at Dudley Hill Golf Club on Oct. 12 raised $3,000, and donated $1,000 to each the Webster- Dudley Veterans Council, the VFW and the DAV.

media as a tool for the local government RIBBON officials to communicate and have a continued from page 1 two-way dialogue with the community in 2013 when the chief was approached has proven to have been instrumental about conducting a feasibility study to to bringing us to this ribbon cutting,” upgrade or replace the building and a said Ruda. Fire Station Building Committee was Representing the Board of Selectmen, formed. Several plans were drawn up board Chair Steven Sullivan said he and and one was even voted down by the his fellow town leaders were thankful Courtesy Photo town before voters were finally present- to everyone involved in the initiative ed with a plan they could accept. and commented on the long hours of “The original fire station was built in work and brainstorming that went into AQUARION, OXFORD FD COMPLETE 1960 and housed a few trucks and an all making seeing the project through to volunteer staff. In 1983, a second floor the very end. was added to accommodate a kitchen “We’re thankful for the countless FLOW TESTS, TRAINING ON NEW and a training room. Since this time hours of volunteerism, of meetings, of Dudley Fire has slowly transitioned to a paring the budget to get the fire station INFRASTRUCTURE full-time service going to 24/7 coverage down to a number everyone could live in 2013 with EMS. The building at the with,” Sullivan said. “This is a facility The Aquarion Water Company is always committed to promoting public time did not meet ADA building codes that is going to last us 50 or more years. safety by working closely with Oxford Town departments. Aquarion recent- and did not offer the appropriate facil- The board could be no prouder of the ly completed upgrades to one of their pumping stations on Sutton Avenue ities to house overnight staff,” Chief people of Dudley that allowed this to to improve service and fire fighting capabilities along Sutton Avenue and Kochanowski said. With the rebuild happen. Since I’ve been a member of Joe Jenny Road. Aquarion foreman Paul Drapeau and local Oxford Fire complete all those issues have been the Board of Selectmen, we’ve finished Department Lt. Lambert and his crew, recently completed testing and training resolved and Dudley now has a fire sta- the town hall project, we constructed of the new pumping equipment. A fire hydrant on Joe Jenny Road was operat- tion build for the future. “We now have a library, the school has been all mod- ed to test the capabilities of the new high flow pump. This project highlighted a fiscally responsible and modernized ernized, the town of Dudley is moving Aquarion’s continued investment in the water system serving the Town of building that will take the fire depart- forward with limited means and limited Oxford. ment through the next 60 to 75 years.” capital.” Town Administrator and former The ceremony also included appear- Dudley selectman Jonathan Ruda com- ances and mented on the long, often arduous road speeches from the town took to receiving voter support State Sen. Ryan and making the Dudley Fire Station Fattman and State project a reality. After commenting how Representative a proposal in 2015 “went down in flames” Peter Durant who when presented with voters both select- both presented men and the chief deduced that voters citations to Chief didn’t have a problem with investing in Kochanowski 430 Main St., Oxford, MA a fire department but were discouraged and the rest of We repair all makes and models of by the price and proposed location. The the Dudley Fire Garage Doors and price was eventually cut and the idea Department staff. Electronic Openers • Broken Springs Visitors were also of rebuilding the previous station was Replacement Sections • Broken Cable given tours of the proposed which eventually earned voter Remote problems support. Ruda said part of that success facility getting was due to town officials utilizing new their first looks 8x7-9x7 Steel ways of connecting with voters, specifi- at the station that cally through social media. will serves the 2 Sided Insulated Garage Door “I think that as part of this celebration needs of Dudley’s r-value 9.65 Inc, standard hardware & track, we should recognize the evolution in first responders 8 color & 3 panel design options the relationship between our local gov- for decades to INCLUDES come. $ ernment and the community that this INSTALLATION project ushered in. For the first time 645 in our town’s history the use of social Liftmaster 1/2 hp Chain Drive 7 ft. Opener $ INCLUDES 330 INSTALLATION Price matching available on all written quotes

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NORTH GROSVENORDALE – Webster, MA; her Godmother, Rhonda WOODSTOCK-Chester S. Cyganiewicz. Chester was a US Army Brenna A. Larson, 17, of Floral Ave., Duhamel and her husband Richard of Cyganiewicz, Jr., 72, passed away on Veteran of the Vietnam War. passed away unexpectedly as the result Dudley, MA; her Uncles, Keith Ignasiak Wednesday, Oct. 16th, in his home, Chester worked for New England of a car accident on Monday, October and his wife Lori of N. Carolina; after a long illness. Grocers for 30 years, retiring many 14, 2019. Born in Worcester, MA, she Vity Larson and his wife Dianna of He leaves his wife years ago. He was a member of the was the daughter of Eric Larson of Charlton, MA; and Swen Larson and of 50 years, Karen A. Teamsters Union Local 170, Worcester. Charlton, MA and Charlotte (Ignasiak) his wife Michelle of Sutton, MA; and (Green) Cyganiewicz; After retiring he turned a passion into Fisk of N. Grosvenordale, CT her aunts, Kim Houle of N.Carolina, his son, Michael a career and became a commercial fish- Brenna was a bright Donna Berhens and her husband Peter J. Cyganiewicz of erman operating out of Point Judith, RI student in her senior of Oxford, MA, Samantha Ignasiak of Dudley; his two for 10 years. Chester enjoyed hunting year at Harvard H. Wilsonville, CT, and Kelly Mankamyer daughters, Wendy and fishing. He also enjoyed landscap- Ellis Technical High and her husband David of Mississippi. A. Labonte and her ing and gardening. Chester loved col- School. She enjoyed She is predeceased by her paternal husband Dennis of lecting antiques, a passion he shared helping her many grandfather, the late Steen Larson Southbridge and with his wife, children and grandchil- friends and had a and her maternal grandfather, the late Katie L. Ziarko and dren. great love for life. She Joseph Ignasiak. her husband Bill of His funeral services and burial will loved all animals and Relatives and friends were invited Woodstock; his broth- be private. There are no calling hours. enjoyed helping out to visit with Brenna’s family from 4:00 er, Glen Cyganiewicz of In lieu of flowers donations may be at her friend’s farm. p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October Dudley; and his six grand- made to the American Cancer Society, She had a big heart and it showed in 18, 2019 in the Valade Funeral Home children, Kayla Pelc, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. everything and to everyone with every- and Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Andrew Pelc, Nathan The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, thing that she did. She volunteered her Grosvenordale. A gathering began Cyganiewicz, Ryan Cyganiewicz, Alex 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is direct- time at the A.R.C. in Brooklyn, CT and in the funeral home at 9:00 a.m. on Ziarko and Kaylee Ziarko. He was ing arrangements. the Charlton Senior Citizens Center in Saturday, October 19, 2019 followed by born in Southbridge the son of the www.morrillfuneralhome.com Charlton, MA. a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 late Chester S. and Eugenia G. (Ohop) In addition to her parents, Brenna a.m. in St. Joseph Church, 18 Main is survived by her maternal grand- St., N. Grosvenordale, CT. Memorial parents, Jean (Neeser) Bayliss and donations may be made in Brenna’s Marilyn Eleanor Clemmey Longo her step-grandfather, Eric Bayliss; name to Protectors of Animals, P.O. her paternal grandmother, Barbara Box 24, Glastonbury, CT 06073. For Larson of Charlton, MA; her Godfather, memorial guestbook visit www. Marilyn Eleanor Clemmey Longo, Trucking. While Marilyn managed the Damon Anderson and his wife Cathy of GilmanAndValade.com. born July 20, 1943, passed away peace- administrative side of the business, fully on October 14, 2019. Marilyn was Sam ran the Trucks and oversaw his born in, and spent most of her child- crew. The business grew, as did the hood, in Worcester MA. children, and Marilyn began to follow Dorothy M. Makara, 86 One of five chil- her own interests and beloved activi- dren, Marilyn leaves ties. behind her young- What began as a love of marketing WEBSTER – Dorothy M. (Pizzetti) Mrs. Makara first worked as a sales- est sister, Veronica secondhand wares at flea markets, later Makara, 86, died Tuesday, October 15, clerk at Key’s Department Store, later “Vera” Sloat; While turned into Marilyn’s own secondhand 2019 in Webster Manor after an illness. known as Mammoth Mart. She then predeceased by her store, Hidden Treasures, which she Her husband, Bernard J. Makara, died was a certified nurse’s assistant at the sister Marges Brown, not only ran but truly dedicated her in 2006. former Oakwood Nursing Home until and brothers Thomas heart to. She ran the second hand store She leaves her she retired. and Paul Clemmey. for many years before retiring. During daughter, Karen She was a member of Saint Louis Marilyn also leaves this time, she also relished in hobbies Matyczynski and Church. behind her three that she perused with fervor. From her husband Steven The funeral was held Monday, children of whom she loved and ded- painting, to quilting and crafting with of Dudley; 3 grand- October 21, from Scanlon Funeral icated her life to, Micheal and John her grandchildren, of whom she sadly children, Makara Service, 38 east Main St., with a Mass Clemmey both of Putnam, CT and leaves behind as well. Clarissa Staruk, Lynn Newkirk, Alan at 10:00 AM in Saint Louis Church, Debra Clemmey of Dudley, Ma. Alysha Clemmey, Bryanna Tremblay, Bernard Meisler 14 Lake Street. Burial will be in Saint Marilyn’s childhood, filled with Elizabeth Cormier, Johnny Clemmey and Kaven James Joseph Garden of Peace, Webster. A some of her fondest memories, was Jr., who have all suffered a great loss, Matyczynski; 3 visiting hour was held from 8:30 to spent feeding and walking the Ringling and look to their most memorable great-grandchildren, Logan Michael 9:30 AM Monday in the funeral home, Brothers Circus elephants. Between moments with Gram for comfort. Preston, Emma Lyn Newkirk and prior to the Mass. Donations in her the exciting trips to town from the Painting was a special memory Gracie Lyn Newkirk; and two uncles, name may be made to either St. Jude circus, and helping her father raise Gram shared especially with her great Walter and Alfred Pizzetti, both of Children’s Research Hospital, New German Shepherds, Marilyn’s time on grandchildren, sons of Clarissa Staruk. Webster. England Office, 313 Washington St., earth began with loving, lifelong, mem- Zachary and Alex Staruk, will miss her She was born on October 4, 1933 Suite 310, Newton, MA 02458 or to ories. dearly. in Webster, the daughter of Adeline Brigham & Women’s Hospital Research Marilyn spent her formative years With great granddaughters Pizzetti and graduated from Bartlett Dept., 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA living in Sutton, and forming bonds Esmeralda and Joliyn Mayo, Marilyn High School in 1951. She lived in 02115. with many close friends. Her quick extended her love and played, enjoying Webster most of her life. www.scanlonfs.com wit, and larger than life personality her time with them as she aged. Both drew people to her; Marilyn main- young girls will have many stories and tained her closest friendships until her memories to hear about, when fami- final hours. After 65 years, she leaves ly and friends reminisce with them. behind her two closest friends who Marilyn Longo lived a life of experi- Thaddeus A. “Ted” Lesniewski, Sr., 94 had the pleasure of enjoying her light ence, and the family will continue to longer than most, Marilyn King and pass down her free spiritedness. SOUTHBRIDGE- Thaddeus A. “Ted” Optical Co. in Southbridge for 24 years. Marina Duteau. The family wishes to thank everyone Lesniewski, Sr., 94, passed away on He then was an instructor at Tantasqua As a graduate of Sutton High School’s who made the effort to visit, talk to, and Thursday, Oct. 17th, in the Harrington Regional High School in Sturbridge in class of ‘61, Marilyn went onto spend spend time with their beloved mother Memorial Hospital, after an illness. the Machine Department for 24 years her young adulthood working as a and grandmother during her time at His wife of 70 years, before retiring. While at Tantasqua bookkeeper at the PaperBox Company. Lanessa. Joanne M. (Kondek) he held many roles: department Chair Early in the 1980’s, Marilyn Clemmey Out of respect for Marilyn’s wishes, Lesniewski, passed of the drafting, machine and welding and Sebastian “Sam” Longo had the the family has chosen to forego a wake away in 2017. He was department, the co-op coordinator for rare, but good fortune of being set up and funeral services, but instead host also predeceased by the school and for local companies, on a blind date. They married in 1986 at a celebration of life to be held at a later his two sons, Ronald member and treasurer for the Teacher’s Elm Park in Worcester, where the large date. Lesniewski in 1998 Association, member of the N.E.A. and rock that still sits near Park Avenue In lieu of flowers, the family asks that and Thaddeus A. Mass Teacher’s Association, and mem- remains a symbol of joyful and tender donations be made in her name to The Lesniewski, Jr. in ber of the Retired State and County times for friends and family. Many Elephant Sanctuary, in Hohenwald, 2010. He leaves his Municipal Employees Association of memories, and stories told about the TN. daughter-in-laws, Mass. Ted was also a member and love shared between Sam and Marilyn Funeral arrangements have been Dorothy Lesniewski past president of the Trinity Catholic began in that park, nearby that stone. entrusted to the care of the Shaw- of Webster and Academy Advisory School Board, pres- The couple began their lives togeth- Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Sheena Lesniewski ident of the Worcester Dioceses Serra er with children, Michael, John and Street Webster, MA. A guest book is of Pembroke, NH; his Club of Central Mass, a member of the Debra after purchasing their first available at www.shaw-majercik.com four grandchildren, Southbridge Democratic Committee, a home together on Beaver St. Worcester. where you may post a condolence or Kristen Lesniewski of member of the Southbridge Arts Center, Together they began Goodwin light a candle of remembrance. Worcester, Matthew and was also recently a poll inspector Lesniewski and for elections in Southbridge. Ted was a his wife Jane of lifelong member of St. Hedwig’s Parish Southborough, Kate Lesniewski and and served as a lector, eucharistic Gail M. Racicot, 64, her companion Chris of Manchester, minister, and chair and co-chair of its NH and Faye Lesniewski and her hus- Bishop’s Fund for four years. He also UXBRIDGE- Gail M. Racicot, 64, uate of Uxbridge High School Class band Bruce of Richmond, VA; his two served on the Parish Council and was a passed away on Fr. Oct. 18, 2019 after a of 1973 and worked for many years great granddaughters, Eva Lesniewski member of the parish’s Saint Stanislaw period of declining health. as a payroll clerk for Alternatives and Lucy Lesniewski and one new Society. He was an active member of She is survived by Unlimited in Whitinsville. She also great granddaughter on the way; and the Pilsudski Polish American Citizens her daughter Tricia worked for the Christmas Tree Shop several nieces and nephews. He was Club in Southbridge serving as its past C. Clark and her in Shrewsbury, as an overnight shelf predeceased by his brothers, Anthony, President, Vice President, Financial husband Chris of stocker for about 10 years, until her Stanley, Charles, Joseph and Alexander Secretary, Assistant Treasurer and Dudley; 3 grandchil- retirement. Above all, Gail loved her and by his sister Frances Maciejewski. Scholarship Chair. dren, Makayla St. family, and enjoyed spending time Ted was born in Southbridge the Ted’s funeral was held on Tuesday, Laurent, Jesse Clark, with them, especially her grandchil- son of Frank and Frances (Samsel) Oct. 22nd, from the Daniel T. Morrill and Kristen Barnes; dren. She was an avid Red Sox fan who Lesniewski. Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., a brother, Wayne M. also enjoyed playing bingo, and card Ted attended Mary E. Wells High Southbridge, with a Mass at 11:00am in Racicot and his wife games with friends. School and was a graduate of Cole St. Mary’s Church of the St. John Paul II Paula of Uxbridge; 2 Her Funeral Mass was held Trade Vocational High School, both in Parish, 263 Hamilton St., Southbridge. sisters, Beverly A. Bauman of Uxbridge on Wed. Oct. 23, at 11 AM in Good Southbridge and was the senior class Burial was in St. Hedwig’s Cemetery, and Barbara L. Aubin of Uxbridge, as Shepherd Church, 121 Linwood St., president. He attended Fitchburg State Southbridge. Calling hours in the well as several nieces and nephews. Linwood. Burial followed in St. Mary’s College and Westfield State College. He funeral home were held on Monday, She was predeceased by 2 brothers, Cemetery. Calling hours at Tancrell- also attended the University of Krakow Oct. 21st, from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Mark S. Racicot, and Kenneth Racicot. Jackman Funeral Home, 35 Snowling in Poland, studying Polish culture, his- In lieu of flowers donations may be Born in Whitinsville on Jan. 4, 1955 Rd., Uxbridge will be held on Tues. Oct. tory and language. He was very proud made to the Trinity Catholic Academy, Gail was daughter of the late Roger R. 22 from 5-8 PM. To leave a condolence of his Polish heritage. 11 Pine St., Southbridge, MA 01550. and Theresa M. (Havalotti) Racicot and message for her family please visit:w- Ted was a machinist at the American www.morrillfuneralhome.com grew up in Uxbridge. Gail was a grad- ww.JackmanFuneralHomes.com

Send all obituary notices to Stonebridge Press, PO Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to [email protected] www.webstertimes.net Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 3 Calendar Obituaries Mondays, September bank. ST. ANN CHURCH FALL FAIR: 9 Stacia E. Pepka, 97 9-November 11 and a.m.-3 p.m., St. Ann Church, 652 Main Tuesdays, September St., North Oxford. St. Ann Church is WEBSTER- Stacia E. (Migala) Pepka Johnson’s. She was a member at the having a Fall Fair with an indoor flea age 97 passed away Sunday, October Webster Senior Center, the silver dip- 10-November 12 market featuring jewelry, women’s 13, 2019 at the Webster Manor. She was pers, St. Joseph’s Basilica, and enjoyed accessories, household items and more. the wife of the late Anthony A. Pepka playing cards. A special thank you to OUR BRIGHT FUTURE INC. The fair will also have Thanksgiving who passed away in 1989. She leaves nurse Sam, Tim and Brianna There PRESENTS “INTRODUCTION and Christmas gift items, Santa’s work- a son Robert Pepka and his wife Karen are no calling hours and all services TO ROBOTICS — BUILD ME UP shop with crafts for children, seasonal of Dudley, two grandchildren David and burial will be private in St. Joseph PROGRAM: First Session (grades 3, food and raffle baskets. Parking is avail- and Bethaney. She also leaves a sister Garden of Peace, Webster. Please omit 4, and 5) 3:30-5:30 p.m., second session able behind the fire station. Elizabeth Corbitt of Wareham, MA. flowers and donations in her memory (grades 6, 7, and 8) 3:30-5:30 p.m., Gladys Stacia had a brother and a sister that may be made to the Perkins School for E. Kelly Library, 2 Lake St., Webster. HOLY ROSARY SODALITY predeceased her, Joseph Migala and the Blind. The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Sign up at www.ourbrightfutureinc. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: 10 a.m.-5:30 Janet Piucci. Home, 48 School St., Webster, MA org. Financial assistance will be offered p.m., St. Andrew Bobola Parish, Dudley. She was born in Southbridge, has been entrusted with her arrange- to those who qualify. Please e-mail our- There will be vendors of all kinds at daughter of the late John Migala and ments. A guest book is available at [email protected] for further our annual Christmas Bazaar, baked Sophie (Grudzien) Migals and lived in www.shaw-majercik.com where you information. goods, a lottery raffle, indoor flea mar- Webster since 1948 prior to that liv- may post a condolence or light a can- ket, Thanksgiving basket etc. New this ing in Southbridge. Stacia worked for dle. Saturday, October 26 year is a money raffle. Any questions, over 35 years as a waitress for Howard please call Joyce Plotczyk at (508) 943- FLEA MARKET WITH CAFÉ AND 1689.Crafters wanted; please call Joyce BAKE SALE: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (café open at (508) 943-1689 or send e-mail to craft- Rachael E. Geren, 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.), United Church [email protected] to reserve a space. of Christ, Federated, Fellowship Hall, 4 SPENCER- Rachael E. Geren, 25, of Overlook Masonic Home and Quaboag Church St., Webster (across from Town FALL FAIR AT ST. ANN CHURCH: Oxford’s St. Ann Church is holding a North Brookfield Road died Saturday, Nursing Home. She enjoyed cooking, Hall). A portion of the proceeds will be October 12 in St. Vincent Hospital. music and her phone. She was very donated to disaster relief funds. Fall Fair with an indoor flea market featuring jewelry, women’s accessories, She leaves her par- artistic and loved all animals. She was ents Michael Geren of happiest when she was spending time ANNUAL HARVEST DINNER: 5-6:30 household items and more. The fair will also have Thanksgiving and Christmas Casey, Iowa and Staci with her family especially her daugh- p.m., Oxford United Methodist Church, Geren-Tallman and ter Kayli. 465 Main St. Turkey with all the fix- gift items, Santa’s workshop with crafts for children, seasonal food and raffle her husband Michael A Funeral Service was held on Friday, ings, dessert and assorted beverages. of Spencer, a daugh- October 18 at 5:00 PM in J. HENRI Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for kids. baskets. Located at 652 Main Street, North Oxford. Open from 9 a.m. to 3 ter Kayli E. Geren MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 For additional questions, contact the and her father Sean Maple Terr., Spencer. Calling hours church office at (508) 987-5378 or Nancy p.m. Parking is available behind the fire station. Murray of Webster, a preceded the Service from 2:00-5:00 PM Bouchard at (508) 328-8839. brother Noah Geren in the funeral home. In lieu of flow- ALL YOU CAN EAT SPAGHETTI of Spencer, two sisters; Hannah Geren ers memorial donations may be made Sunday, October 27 SUPPER: A spaghetti supper will be and Madison Tallman both of Spencer, to Second Chance Animal Services, held at the Webster Lodge of Masons, a niece and two nephews. Inc., P.O. Box 136, East Brookfield, MA Rachael was born in Evansville, 01515. TRUNK OR TREAT: 3-5 p.m., Brades Street, tonight from 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $12 adults, $6 for preteens Indiana, She was a Certified Nursing www.morinfuneralhomes.com Memorial Beach, Webster. Due to con- Assistant and previously worked at cerns over EEE, there has been a change (ages five to 12); under five are free. in the date and time for our Trunk or Drinks and dessert are included in the Treat. Please bring your ghosts and meal. goblins to Memorial Beach on the 27th for candy and crafts. Sunday, November 17 Linda A. Leech, 59 HOLY ROSARY SODALITY Wednesday, October 30 CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 BALLOUVILLE- Linda A. (Robidoux) to that living in Pascoag, RI. Linda p.m., St. Andrew Bobola Parish, Dudley. Leech age 59 passed away at Day worked for the Target Dept. Store in There will be vendors of all kinds at Kimball Hospital, Sunday, October 13, Killingly, CT. She enjoyed working MONTHLY BOOK GROUP: 6:30- 2019. She leaves her son Ryan M. with stained glass, gardening and 8 p.m., Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East our annual Christmas Bazaar, baked goods, a lottery raffle, indoor flea mar- Leech of Glocester, RI , a daughter motorcycles. There are no calling Main St., Webster. The group will dis- Danielle Duquette and her husband hours and a celebration of life will be cuss “The Witch Elm” by Tana French. ket, Thanksgiving basket etc. New this year is a money raffle. Any questions, John of Blackstone, MA, grandchil- announced at a later date. The Shaw- Space is limited, so please call Deb at dren, Brayden, Mason, Jordan, Hanna, Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St., (508) 949-6232 to register. please call Joyce Plotczyk at (508) 943- 1689. Crafters wanted; please call Joyce Reagan and Ryan Jr. She also leaves a Webster, MA has been entrusted with at (508) 943-1689 or send e-mail to craft- sister Norma J. Borowski of Pascoag, her arrangements. A guest book is [email protected] to reserve a space. RI. She was born in Worcester daugh- available at www.shaw-majercik.com Saturday, November 2 ter of the late William Robidoux and where you may post a condolence or Turn To CALENDAR page ­­­B4 Doris (Blais) Robidoux and lived in light a candle. OXFORD VFW POST 5663 GRAND Ballouville for the past 17 years prior RE-OPENING EVENT AND ANNUAL CHICKEN BARBECUE: 1-4 p.m., 20 Federal Hill Rd., Oxford. $10 donation. There is a limited number of tickets, available at the post beginning at 1 p.m. on Oct. 21. Thanks in advance for your faithful, continued support of our post! Tuesday, November 5

OXFORD WOMAN’S CLUB: 7 p.m., Oxford Senior Center (behind town hall). The program for the evening will be Chief Saad of the Oxford Police Department. Our Community Project for the month will be food donations for the Oxford Food Shelf. All are welcome to come to our meeting and see what we do for our community. Tuesday, November 12

VETERANS APPRECIATION LUNCH: Noon, Point Breeze Restaurant. For veterans of any military branch residing in Webster, Dudley, and Oxford. RSVP by leaving a message at (508) 949-8798. Seating is limited. Friday, November 15

DUDLEY WOMEN’S CLUB SPONSORS “FUNNY 4 FUND$ COMEDY NIGHT”: DWC’s second com- edy fundraiser will be held at Point Breeze Restaurant in Webster. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30. Cost is $20 per person. Tickets can only be obtained by visiting www.funny- 4funds.com/events. There will be bas- ket raffles and a 50/50 drawing! For more information please contact Jackie at (508) 905-9075. Come join us for a hilarious evening of “over 18, adult” comedy featuring top local comedi- ans!!!! If your business is interested in being a $100 SPONSOR for this event, you will be recognized in several ways: Funny4Funds website event page, table- top sponsor list, stage banner sponsor list on event night, business cards and or promotional items placement on tables. Visit the website to sign up or call Jackie for assistance.

Saturday, November 16

CRAFT FAIR: Holy Trinity Church will be hosting a vendor and craft fair 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post 184 in Webster, located at the cor- ner of School Street and Houghton Street. There will be handmade crafts as well as vendors present. Come pur- chase some home baked goodies or try a chance at our raffles. The kitchen will be open serving homemade soup and food. Admission is free, but we ask that you consider donating a non-perishable food item to us to help out our local food 4 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.webstertimes.net Calendar

COMMUNITY MEALS: Blessed Group. Meetings at Dudley Senior ages 3-5, Pearle L. Crawford Library, Backpack Brigade Community Center every first and third Monday 40 Schofield Ave., Dudley. Join Ms. Tuesday, November 19 Fellowship Meal served from 5-6 p.m. of the month, 6:30-8 p.m. We spend so Pam in the Story & Craft Room for American Legion Hall, 9 Houghton much time with our addicted loved songs, stories and crafts! No registra- WHY DO AUTHORS WRITE? HOW St, Webster. Please note there is no one, that we become victims ourselves. tion required. Children under 12 must DO THEY BEGIN?: 6:30 p.m., Gladys handicapped access, but we will have Join us. It’s informal, confidential, with be accompanied by an adult. For more E. Kelly Library, 2 Lake St., Webster. volunteers to provide you with assis- tough love advice from the heart, shar- information, call 949-8021. Kennedy Hudner, author of the trilogy tance. Free hot meals to anyone in need. ing of resources, hope and hugs. “Alarm of War” and his most recent Everyone is welcome. Join us for great LEGO CLUB: Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 crime thriller “North Harbor,” will talk food, fellowship, and fun! For more HOLISTIC HEALTH: Chair Yoga and p.m., Pearle L. Crawford Library, 40 about writing and the writing process information, or to donate or sponsor so much more every Tuesday from 10:30 Schofield Ave., Dudley. Drop in. Build from the initial kernel of an idea to a meal, call Lauri Joseph 774-230-8988. to 11:30 a.m. at The First Congregational and play! Recommended for ages five the completed novel. Kennedy will talk Blessed Backpack Brigade Community Church, 135 Center Road, Dudley and up. No registration required. about his own writing and will read Fellowship Meals are served the 1st and (please park and enter through the right Children under 12 must be accompa- passages from his most recent work, 3rd Wednesday of each month at the side basement entrance). Class Fee: $5/ nied by an adult. North Harbor. “North Harbor” is a fast American Legion on Houghton Street, class voluntary contribution (Cancer paced crime thriller set on the scenic Webster. patients always free). Proceeds donated KNIT & CROCHET @ THE PEARLE: Maine Coast. You’ll never look at a lob- to the First Congregational Church of Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Fridays 10 ster boat in the same way again. In the ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT: The Dudley. Instructor: Joanne LaLiberte, a.m.-noon, Pearle L. Crawford Library, small Maine fishing village, the police Webster Alzheimer’s Support Group Holistic Health practitioner.. 40 Schofield Ave., Dudley. Knitters, cro- department is bought and paid for. A meets the second Monday of each cheters and all other fiber artists are freighter drops $30 million of heroin in month at Webster Manor, 745 School KNOWING KNITTERS: Come join welcome. No registration required. the ocean, ready for pick up and off the St., from 6-8 p.m. Anyone in the area the Drop In Knitting Group from 5:30 coast a drug cartel fast boat and a Coast who feels they are in need of help, to 7:30 p.m. Thursday evenings and 10 CHAIR YOGA — WINTER SESSION: Guard cutter play a deadly game of cat doesn’t know what to do, or is a care- a.m. to noon on Fridays at the Pearle L. Wednesdays, Jan. 16-Feb. 20, 10:30-11:30 and mouse. In the middle of it all, a giver for someone with Alzheimer’s, is Crawford Memorial Library, Schofield a.m., Pearle L. Crawford Library, 40 DEA undercover agent working inside invited to attend and express their con- Avenue, Dudley. All ages and levels, Schofield Ave., Dudley. Chair yoga the North Harbor Police Department, cerns regarding the care for their loved from beginner to expert, are welcome. modifies some of the basic poses to discovers that his family is in danger one. The members of the group will dis- For more information, call Mary make them more accommodating for as the cartel hit squad closes in. and cuss the ways, means, and the help you Kunkel at (508) 943-8107. those who need to gain or maintain in a long perilous night fraught with will need as your loved one progresses strength from a seated, more stable violence and death, the DEA agent’s two in this disease. GOT FOOD? The Bread of Life Food position. Dress comfortably. No regis- teenage sons are put to the test. Pantry, Calvary Assembly of God, locat- tration required. Sponsored by Friends NUMISMATICS: Looking for a new ed at 105 Southbridge Road, is open of the Library. hobby? Come learn about the hobby of Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon and Thursday, December Coin Collecting. Or maybe you are an Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m. They are SUPPORT GROUP — OPENING THE old time collector. Our club, the Nipmuc closed on holidays. They can be reached WORD PEER RECOVERY CENTER: 12 Coin Club, has both. We learn from at 508-949-3711. Are you feeling helpless, alone, con- each other through our monthly guest fused or angry? Opening the Word Peer SOCIAL SECURITY – YOUR speakers, show and tell presentations, SUPPORT: The Cancer Support Recovery Center’s mission is to provide QUESTIONS ANSWERED: 6 p.m., monthly coin auctions and free atten- Group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on support and resources to those suffer- Gladys E. Kelley Library, 2 Lake St., dance prizes. Our group loves to share the second Monday of every month ing from addiction and their loved ones. Webster. Social Security will likely their knowledge with each other. Each in the Boardroom on the 4th floor at Our newest endeavor is a support group be the foundation of your retirement month we have a simple dinner with Harrington Hospital, 100 South Street, for the family and friends of those suf- income. Before you retire, it’s import- dessert and refreshments just prior to Southbridge. Call (508) 764-2400 for more fering from this disease. It is a family ant to understand your options and our meeting, which allows us time to information. and friends illness. The meeting is not the effect your decisions have on your socialize too. Fourth Wednesday of each affiliated with any other group. It is retirement. Hosted by Edward Jones month at 6:30 p.m. in the Oxford Senior POKEMON CLUB: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 designed to provide an informal forum Financial Services, Auburn. Presented Center located at 323 Main St., the build- p.m., Pearle L. Crawford Library, 40 for those who are suffering where they by Dennis Antonopoulos, Edward Jones ing directly behind Oxford Town Hall. Schofield Ave., Dudley. Pokemon fans! can share experiences in a safe, anony- Financial Advisor. For information contact Dick Lisi at Kids ages seven to 14 are welcome. mous and supportive place. The gath- (508) 410-1332 or lisirichard15@yahoo. Bring your Pokemon cards! No registra- erings are on Thursday evenings from com. tion required. Children under 12 must 7 to 8 p.m. at Opening the Word Peer be accompanied by an adult. For more Recovery Center, 10 Mechanic Street, ONGOING EVENTS HELP FOR HELPERS: Do you have a information, call 949-8021. Webster. If you have any questions, family member struggling with addic- feel free to call Mark at 774-482-6013. We & INFORMATION tion or alcoholism? You are not alone. STORY TIMES: Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. hope to see you there. 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The “Trips Offered” section is for CHARLTON SENIOR CENTER price includes motorcoach transpor- aboard the Norwegian Cruise Lines non-profit organizations and will run tation, eight nights lodging including “GEM” SHIP. Leave Boston Friday, as space allows. Mail your information four consecutive nights in the Branson, May 15 and return Boston Friday May to Trips Offered, c/o Brendan Berube, Trip Coordinator Dotti Murphy - Mo. Area, 14 meals (eight breakfasts 22. Included are All of the Following, PO Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; fax Please call 978-424-7010 and six dinners), admission to seven Roundtrip Transfers from Sturbridge to to (508) 764-8015 or e-mail to news@stone- Sign up sheets & flyers available at fabulous Branson shows, including Boston and back. The Ultimate Beverage bridgepress.news. the Senior Center / Flyers also avail- New Jersey Nights, Amazing Acrobats Package, The Ultimate 4 Night Dining able on our web page www.townofcharl- of Shanghai, Doug Gabriel, Presley’s Package, Specialty Restaurants for ton.net Click on Departments then click Country Jubilee, “Noah the Musical,” Free, Exclusive Best of Times Cocktail BAY PATH ADULT EVENING on Council on Aging/Senior Center and the Hughes Show; and one dinner Party, All Luggage Handling Fees, SCHOOL Pick up is from St. Joseph’s Church 10 show on the Showboat Branson Belle. Drivers Gratuities and Best of Times H Putnam Rd. Ext., Charlton Fall 2019 catalog offerings For pictures, video and information, Professional Tour Director. Early 2019 Day Trips visit www.GroupTrips.com/dudleyse- Booking Discount for those people who niors. Departure point: Dudley Town Book a Balcony Cabin by October 1st, New England Patriots vs. the Nov. 14 (Thurs) Ricky Nelson Baltimore Ravens — “Tours and Pours” Hall, 71 W. Main St., 8 a.m. Saturday, you will receive a 1 Category Upgrade & Remembered - Ricky Nelson’s twin sons May 2, 2020. Special On Board Credit. Prices start at 3 Days/2 Nights Nov. 2-4 perform their father’s hit songs What’s included: Roundtrip $1,199 Double Occupancy for an Inside - Venus DeMilo, Swansea $95.00 For more information, please call Stateroom, $1,399 for an Oceanview Motorcoach transportation, lodging, Dec 3 (Tues) Johnny Mathis Christmas five meals, city tour of Baltimore, three Evelyn at (508) 764-8254. Porthole Window, $1,899 for a Balcony Tribute - Ultimate tribute to Johnny Stateroon on Deck 9, $1,949 for a Balcony brewery tours, distillery tour, winery, Mathis with Christmas songs and some reserved seats at M & T Bank Stadium Stateroom on Deck 10, and $1,999 for of his biggest hits - Davensport Yacht FRIENDS OF THE STURBRIDGE Balcony on Deck 11. ALSO Add $400 for Tour Director, and more! Club -$92.00 SENIORS $799pp double occupancy, $949 single Taxes, Transfers, and Gov’t Fees. Single Occupancy is Avaiable upon request. occupancy, $789 triple occupancy, $779, 2019 Overnight Trips quadruple occupancy. Tuesday, Dec. 3 to Thursday, Dec. 5 Please contact Dick Lisi at 508-410- 1332 or at [email protected] for For a brochure and complete itiner- Sept 20 - 22 Lake George Balloon Overnight Trip 3 Days/2Nights. Prices ary, please contact Lori Douthwright at are $459 for Double Occupancy and $559 questions or information on any of the Festival - 3 days, 2 nights -$449pp dou- above Trips. (508) 248-5971, ext. 1715. ble, $599 single for Single Occupancy. On Wednesday see the Spectacular Awe Inspiring A Country Christmas in Nashville, Please call Dotti Murphy at 978-424- Special Effects and complete with Live LEICESTER SENIOR CENTER. Tenn. at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel 7010 for details if interested in any trips. Animals “Miracle of Christmas Show 4 days/3 nights Dec. 6-9 “ at the Milenium Sight and Sound What’s included: Roundtrip airfare Theater. Following the The Miracle Wednesday, Nov. 13: Indian Head from Logan Airport, including transpor- DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA Show is Dinner at the always delicious Christmas Spectacular and Luncheon. tation, three-night lodging, seven meals, Plain and Fancy Restaurant. Also Bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $89. The Daughters of Isabella proudly Gaylord Opryland exclusive dinner included in this trip and happening present our 2019 Fantastic Worldwide show, ticket for holiday show at Opry on Tuesday is a Dinner Show produc- Friday, Jan. 17, 2020: Foxwood Casino. Tours! House, tour of the Ryman & Grand Ole tion of Irving Berlin’s Musical “Holiday Free lunch buffet or $10 food voucher Opry, ICE Gaylord Opryland, General Inn” featuring thrilling dance numbers, and $10 casino slot play. Cost is $30. For reservations contact Jan Caouette Jackson Showboat river cruise, and so laugh out loud comedy and a Parade at (508) 887-2215. Make checks payable much more! of Irving Berlin’s Hit Songs. Thursday Friday, Feb. 14, 2020: Foxwood Casino. to Bernadette Circle #709 and mail to Standard view room $1,899pp double features a visit to Hershey’s Chocolate Free lunch buffet or $20 food voucher Bernadette Circle #709, PO Box 201, occupancy, $2,249pp single occupancy World and Milton Hershey School and and $10 casino slot play. Cost is $30. Webster MA 01570. The Daughters of Atrium view room $1,999pp double Founders Hall before we head home Isabella is a nonprofit and charitable occupancy, $2,399pp single occupancy. with rest stops on our way back. This Friday, March 20, 2020: Foxwood Catholic women’s organization For a brochure and complete itiner- Trip includes 2 nights Lodging, 2 Casino. Free lunch buffet or $10 food ary, please contact Lori Doughwright at Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, Tickets to The voucher and $10 casino slot play. Cost (508) 248-5971, ext. 1715. DOUGLAS SUNSHINE CLUB Miracle of Christmas and Tickets is $30. to the Holiday Inn Show and a Full Wine Country Pacific Coast Cruise Commentary Back Country Tour of the 9 days/8 nights April 6-14, 2020 Sunny Portugal next April. The Farmlands of Lancaster Country. MARY QUEEN OF THE ROSARY What’s included: Roundtrip Douglas Sunshine Club is planning a PARISH Motorcoach transfers, roundtrip air- trip to sunny Portugal April 21-30, 2020. Dec. 31 New Years Eve “DAY” at This trip is with Collette Travel. An fare from Logan Airport, one night pre- the Lake Pearl in Wrentham, Mass. SPENCER — Mary Queen of the informational meeting is planned for cruise stay in Los Angeles, 8 day/7 Let’s Celebrate the New Year during the Rosary Parish, 60 Maple St., Spencer, Wed. June 12th at the Douglas Senior night cruise on board Princess Cruises- “DAYTIME”. Featuring the dynamic is offering the following trips. For more Center, 331 Main St., Douglas, at 6:30 The Star Princess, visiting Los Angeles, Tom LaMark Orchestra as they cover information, call Bernard Dube at (508) p.m. If you are interested in the trip, this Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Astoria original classics from the Swing Era, 885-3098. Oregon, Victoria, B.C., Vancouver, is a great opportunity to get a descrip- the Best in Ballrooom Dancing, our tion of the travel arrangements and B.C., winery tours, all meals on board Favorite Line Dances, and on up to USA: SPLENDORS OF THE itinerary with a representative from ship, and more! the Best songs from the ‘50’s, ‘60’s and NORTHWEST: Wonders of Northern Collette Travel who will also answer *A valid passport is REQUIRED for ‘70’s. Sing along, Dance along and Party California Redwoods, Oregon & any questions you have about the trip. this trip strong to this Live Band. For $89, enjoy Washington Aug. 3-16, 2020 For more info call 508-476-4474. Prices starting at $2,499pp double Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation, JAPAN: March 26 to April 9, 2020 occupancy (plus tax, transfers & gov- Salad, Breads, Choice of Entree, Potato, JAPAN & CHINA: March 26 to April ernment fees) DUDLEY SENIORS Vegetable, N.Y. Style Cheesecake, 22, 2020 For a brochure and complete itiner- Coffee/Tea and let’s not forget a SPAIN & PORTUGAL: September ary, please contact Lori Douthwright at Dudley Seniors presents a Branson CHAMPAGNE TOAST. 9-24, 2020 (508) 248-5971, ext. 1715. Show Extravaganza, Saturday, May 2 through Sunday, May 10, 2020, $905 per May 15, 2020 to May 22, 2020 Cruise person, double occupancy. Incredible 8 Days/7 Nights Boston to Bermuda Turn To TRIPS page ­­­A9 www.webstertimes.net Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 5

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SOLD SOLD SOLD CHARLTON – 105’ WATERFRONT! Baker Pond! 63 Lincoln Pt Rd! East Facing = Fantastic Sunrises! Custom 9 Rm WEBSTER LAKE – 50 Union Point Rd! Panoramic Views of Middle Pond – South Facing – Tons of Sun! Princi- WEBSTER LAKE – 603 Treasure WEBSTER LAKE - Steps Away Island! 1,874’ Townhouse! 6 Rms, 2 Bdrms, From! 110 S. Shore Rd! Killdeer Colonial! Beautiful 1/2 Acre Lot w/Lawn to Water’s Edge! 2 Story Foyer! Natural Woodwork! Open Flr Plan! Appliance pal Residence or as a Second Home this 6+ Rm Gambrel Colonial will be Ready for You! You’ll Appreciate its Easy Island! Access to Swimming & Granite Kit w/Isl, Recessed Lights, Tile Flr & Water View! Din Area w/Slider to Deck! Sunken Frplc Liv Rm w/Hrdwd Flr Access and Taken Back by the Ever Changing Lake Vistas! Featuring Applianced Kitchen w/Island, Dining Area, Master Bath, 2.5 Baths Total! Recent Maple & Corian Kit w/SS Appliances! Din Rm w/ Boating w/Killdeer Island Club Assoc & Water Views! Din Rm w/Hrdwd! 1/2 Bath w/Pedestal Sink! 2nd Flr w/4 Bdrms, 3 w/Water Views! Master w/Cathedrals, Lake Facing Fireplaced Living Rm with Custom Cabinetry, All with Hardwood Floors! Ideal Lake Facing 3 Sea- Sliders to Deck! Frplcd Fam Rm! Patio! Membership! Perfect 1st Home or French Dr to Balcony, Bath w/Separate Tub/Shower, Walk-in Closet & Laundry! Hall Bath! 3.5 Baths Total! Finished Walk- sons Rm w/Tile Floor & Anderson Sliders All Around! 3 Second Floor Bedrooms! Spacious Lake Facing Master w/ Newer C/Air, Heat & Hot Water! Garage! Summer Retreat! 7 Rms! 2 Bdrms! out Lower Level w/31’ Fam Rm! Full Kit! Full Bath & Laundry! Includes NEW A/C SPLITS SYSTEM! Enjoy Outside Cathedral Ceiling & 2 Sliders to its Private Deck! 2 Full Baths! Central Air! Composite Decks & Flag Stone Pa- 2 Slips! Pool! Beach! Listed by Another – Full Bath! 12x25’ Deck w/Water Views! from the Farmer’s Porch, Deck, Patio, Screened Porch or Dock! 2 Car Garage! Full Recreational Use! $524,900.00 tio for Your Enjoyment! 7,405’ Lot with 50’ on the Water! Sorry, Closing not before 9/10/2019! $624,900.00 “SOLD” by C21 Lake Realty! $355,000.00 Garage! Don’t Delay! $249,900.00 Featured New Listing!

Featured New Construction! hope2own.com THOMPSON, CT - 6 LILLIAN AVE, LOT #1 508.943.4333 There is No Place Like Home ~ beautiful newly constructed Sharon Pelletier - Broker home! Split level style home has an attractive modern flare! Licensed in MA, CT & RI Open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, tile floored baths, & walaster full bath w/extra wide shower & walk in closet, plus 2 more spacious BRs & a full hallway bath. 24’ We Want lower Level family room, half bath w/laundry hookups! Two car 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 garage! Central AC. $309,900. Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! Your Listings! June Cazeault * Laurie Sullivan * Diane Strzelecki * Matthew Ross * Lori Johnson-Chausse * William Gilmore II * Brian Bohenko

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Estate like long paved driveway! 3158 Sq Ft Colonial! Geothermal Wow! Young 8 room Center Hall Colonial! Better than new! 3 FRESHLY PAINTED 3 BEDROOM RANCH HAS SO MUCH TO OFFER!! Cape gutted to the studs and remodeled, 3 Br, 1 bath; Large 4 Family! 3 car garage! Off street park- built. Open floor plan, ash flooring throughout! Granite and s/s appli- ALL HARDWOODS THROUGHOUT! REMODELED BATHROOM! 3 anced kitchen! Large master bedroom, coffered ceiling, master bath, bedroom, 3 full baths! 23’ X 23’ Cathedral ceiling Family Room! 1.7 acres. New kitchen cabinets w/granite counters and SEASON ENCLOSED PORCH. KITCHEN/ DINING AREA HAS A VERY ing. 2 bedrooms each unit! Walk-up attic W/Jetted tub! Walk in closets. Two car garage. Radiused catwalk on Hardwood & Ceramics throughout. Heat by forced hot air/oil, center island. New electrical/plumbing. Large Gam- SPACIOUS OPEN LAYOUT! BEDROOMS WITH DOUBLE CLOSETS! upper level! A walk up attic. Walk out lower level! The third garage is Central air! 2880 Sq Ft of living area. In one of Dudley’s finest with a lot of potential! Solar panels!! Fully CORNER LOT WITH SIDE GARAGE UNDER! CLOSE TO SHOPPING brel Post & Beam. 2 bay garage w/loft. New septic. accessed from the lower level. Generator hookup. One beautiful prop- developments with underground utilities! $420,000. $264,900 Rented. $369,900. erty! assisted sale $499,900. AREA AND MAJOR AMENITIES. Town Water. New Price $214,900

WEBSTER - 3 STEFANIAK AVE. CHAPLIN, CT - 74 FEDERAL HILL RD WEBSTER/DUDLEY/DOUGLAS LAND! WEBSTER - 34 EASTERN AVE UNIT A WEBSTER LAND - COOPER RD Dudley - Marshall Terrace 12,000 +/- Sq, Ft. Pos- sible potential for a 2 family to be built! Town Water, Sewer, City Gas! Nice level lot. $70,000 ATTENTION Douglas-Mount Daniels Lot #2-2.5 Acres of flat land that abuts Douglas State Forest $132,900 DEVELOPERS SORRY, SOLD! Webster -3 Lots Cooper Rd. Attention Developers! ON DEPOSIT 3 abutting house lots, potential to divide into 5-6 Build- Cute 2 Bedroom Ranch! All hardwood Floors, Gorgeous Move In Ready young Ranch on 2+ acre AN AFFORDABLE LIVING OPPORTUNITY PRESENTS ITSELF! This gas Fireplace living room! 2 baths. Applianc- private lot bordered by trees & stone walls! 5 Rms, 3 able lots! Lake Residential area, water/sewer access 20 Unit Condo Complex is tucked away at the very end of Eastern Ave, Attention Developers! 3 abutting house lots, es included. 2 zone heat. Large deck! Young BRs, 2 Full Baths, 1374 SF+/-, covered front porch, $129,400 fenced in & private, Easily accessible I395,! There’s a lot to love about potential to divide into 5-6 Buildable lots! asphalt roof. Walk out lower living level. Town Wa- att’d garage. assisted sale $234,900 Oxford- 4 Leicester St. approx. 8.47 acres! River frontage! Webster! Unit 34 A is an 1,037 SF+/- END UNIT. Large living room Lake Residential area, Water/Sewer access Highly possible to be subdivided. $119.900 w/picture window, an eat-in kitchen, access to rear deck, 2 spacious $129,400. ter & Sewer, City Gas $229,900. bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, full basement! NEW PRICE $154,900 On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg

WEBSTER LAKE - 118 POINT BREEZE RD WEBSTER LAKE – 32 JACKSON RD

Excellent Opportunity to Finally Own Your Own Webster Lake Wa- AN INTRIGUING OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN EXTREMELY UNIQUE terfront Property! Prime Location, 5,697+/- SF Lot, 50’ Rd & Water 3.32 ACRE WEBSTER LAKE WATERFRONT PROPERTY! Charming, Frontage at a Great Price! Contemporary Ranch offers 996+/- SF of year-round, 2 BR, 2 bath Ranch, located at the Southern most end of living area w/2 BRs & 2 full baths. Plus, convenient, indoor access Webster Lake’s South Pond beyond Cedar Island! Extremely private to Walkout Lower Level w/tremendous potential for additional living area. Main level features Open Floor Plan w/sliders to full front deck! w/direct Lake access. The home offers a full finished LL w/walkout SORRY, SOLD! Spectacular Westerly views across Middle Pond! Additional land & SORRY, SOLD! access, a screened-in 18x20 patio,18x26 det’d garage & 8x8 storage shore frontage available. NEW PRICE $299,900 shed. Park like grounds! New Price $375,000 6 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.webstertimes.net

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SOUTHBRIDGE, MA - SPENCER, MA - $259,900 $469,900 24 Bay Path Road NEW TO MARKET NEW TO MARKET WEBSTER, MA – $189,900 535 Pleasant St. 4 Snow Street 3 Bdrm Ranch Gorgeous custom home SOUTHBRIDGE: 2 Units, Roof 7 yrs. old, updated AUBURN: 3 bedroom, updated electrical, plumbing, 2 Family Immaculate Condition with indoor swimming pool. heating sysytem, 2 bedrooms each unit, off street heating system, young roof and replacement windows parking, sided. 1st floor BR. Feature ProPerties 48 North St – $214,000 67 Hampton St – $249,900

OPEN OPEN HOUSE HOUSE SAT 11-12:30 SAT 12:30-2 SUN 11-12:30 SUN 12:30-2 NEW REDUCED $10,000 SZYMCZAK SELLS! New Construction CONSTRUCTION OPEN HOUSE PROPERTIES WEBSTER: 3 bedrooms, SAT 10-NOON DUDLEY: Cape, 7 acres, DUDLEY: 4 acres, 401’ WEBSTER, MA - $289,900 COMING SOON DUDLEY, MA - $249,900 1 level, hardwood floors, Barn, 2400 sq. ft. 3.5 bath, frontage, Possibly 2 lots, 90-A Sutton Rd. DUDLEY: MOTIVATED! 5 Fairview Ave 4 bedroom plus house – arts & crafts 3 Bedroom, Raised Ranch. Come Choose BUILD TO SUIT sided, 1/2 acre lot, updated 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, gas Under Priced, Needs Work bath home with built in china Your Colors & Finishes Now! heat, central air, 1st floor FR closet, pantry, 2 bedrooms natural wood work We Have Qualified Buyers, Always Looking To Sell, Any Type! Contact Us Today! School St ~ $249,900 16 Francis Dr – $400’s 7 Dudley Oxford Rd 71 Mason Rd – $359,900 www.webstertimes.net Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 7

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Brenda Ryan Melissa Mary Jo Spiro Vivian Mar- Robin Broker- Cournoyer Demick Thomo rero-Doros Giguere Owner Hilli “We are part of Make Southbridge Home” 201 SOUTH STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 508-765-9155 FAX: 508-765-2698 Debbie Joan Chad Michelle Stan Michelle Paula Thomo Lacoste Splaine Roy Misiaszek Splaine Aversa CAN’T FIND A HOUSE, BUILD ONE!! WE HAVE LOTS & BUILDERS! CONTACT US!

SOUTHBRIDGE: Well maintained church in pristine condition! St. Hedwig’s church and rectory. Beautiful entry way. Inspiring stain glass windows. Seating for SOUTHBRIDGE: Impeccably maintained Cape SOUTHBRIDGE: Antique Colonial with 8 up to 350 people. Balcony seating. Elevator to lower Cod Style home! 6 rooms 4 bedrooms 2 baths. rooms 4 bedrooms 1 ½ Baths. Hardwood level for a Meeting Hall with kitchen & 2 baths. Rectory Beautiful kitchen with appliances. Wonderful floors. Economic gas heat. Newer roof, is a stately Brick home which consists of 11 rooms, heated sun room with deck for barbecuing. boiler, & HW heater. Front & rear stairways 6 bedrooms, 3 baths. All rooms are large with high ceilings, many fireplaces, and first floor bedroom with Hardwood floors. Central Air. Updated boiler and to go upstairs. Fireplace. Needs some private bath. Also included in sale is a large Carriage hot water. Professionally landscaped yard. Located paint & updating but well worth it! Garage House converted to garage with workshop & storage. at the end of a dead end street. $249,900. $160,000. $485,000 Open House Directory (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult Community Feeling a little (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment (W) Waterfront SOUTHBRIDGE: Beautifully maintained SOUTHBRIDGE: Spacious Split Level Home Colonial with 6 rooms 3 bedrooms 2 ½ baths. with wonderful flex space over garage! 8 rooms SOUTHBRIDGE: Immaculate, spacious and updated Colonial with 8 rooms 3 bedrooms 3 ½! 3 bedrooms 2 baths! Slider from dining room to Large kitchen/dining room combo with tile Upgraded kitchen with granite, SS appliances, eat- ADDRESS STYLE TIME PRICE REALTOR/SELLER/PHONE floor. Half bath and first floor laundry. Master back deck. Lower level has wonderful family room, at-bar, and radiant heat in tile flooring. Pantry closet bedroom with large walk in closet and master option to have another bedroom plus large storage with washer & dryer. Wonderful 3 season room with Crowded? bath. 2017 Pellet stove to keep you warm. Cozy area. Fabulous 2 car garage with finished room sliders to deck. Huge master bedroom & bath! First three season sun room which leads to patio/ above-great for office or man town, “she shed”. Roof floor family room. Dining room with new flooring Look for that new SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 deck and a large flat yard. New roof in 2019. redone, vinyl sided, replacement windows. Large & radiant heat in floor. 4-zone Hyper heat & Air $289,900 yard! $209,900. system. 1.22 acres with Barn! $299,900. home in our real ACTIVELY SEEKING LISTINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: estate section. DUDLEY SOUTHBRIDGE, STURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, CHARLTON, WEBSTER, HOLLAND. PLEASE CONTACT US! 16 Francis Dr S 10-Noon $419,900 ReMax Advantage 1 / Jo-Ann Szymczack 774-230-5044 417 NE Main St., Douglas, MA. 01516 5 Fairview Ave S 12:30-2 $249,900 Re/Max Professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 MOVE IN READY! Conveniently WEBSTER located on RTE 16., this lovely Cape, 90-A Sutton Rd S 11-12:30 $289,900 Re/Max Professional Associates/ situated on a near acre cleared lot, is filled with charm and impeccably Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 maintained by the same owners. Fea- tures include: tin ceiling, solid doors SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 with latch locks and original hardwood floors., spacious island kitchen, & en- DUDLEY closed multi-seasonal porch. Inviting 5 Fairview Ave S 11-12:30 $249,900 Re/Max Professional Associates/ foyer and master suite were added in Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 early 2000 along with a great private WEBSTER patio. First floor bedroom along w/full bath. 2 additional bedrooms w/ a half 90-A Sutton Rd S 12:30-2 $289,900 Re/Max Professional Associates/ bath on the second floor of the origi- Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 nal home. Updated electrical, heating system, windows are younger w/ plen- ty of life left. $329,000 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 DOUGLAS Deb Hackett 417 NE Main St S 1:30 -3 $329,000 Re/Max Town & Country / Deb Hackett 401-774-4891 401-774-4891

Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 MURDER MYSTERY SUNDAYS AT 308 LAKESIDE Mary Queen of the Rosary Christmas Faire DINNER Chris Barber Vendors, Crafts, Raffles, Baked Goods, and so An interactive dinner theater 308 Lakeside much more! In the Church Hall 9am-2:30pm. 7 The Fashionable Murders. 308 East Main Street, East Brookfield, MA Church Street, Spencer, MA. If you’d like info 6:30 pm 01515 774-449-8333 on being a vendor at this Christmas craft fair, Join us for a laugh-filled night, please. Email [email protected] a great dinner, and a mystery FRIDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY we need help solving. Advance NOVEMBER 1, 2, 3 ONGOING ticket sales required salemcrossinn.com or call 508-867-2345. 260 A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The MARIACHI BAND West Main Street Forum. Show dates are November 1st and 2nd First Thursday of the West Brookfield, MA 01585 at 7:30 and November 3rd at 2PMTickets are month 5-8 p.m. $17.00 for adults and $12.00 for seniors and MEXICALI MEXICAN ACOUSTIC FRIDAYS AT 12 and under. Held at the North Brookfield GRILL Elementary School Auditorium 10 High School Happy 308 LAKESIDE Webster location New England Weather Drive, North Brookfield, MA 01535 41 Worcester Rd., 308 Lakeside Webster, MA 308 East Main Street, East SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 508-461-5070 Brookfield, MA 01515 774- MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Halloween 449-8333 An interactive dinner theater MONDAY, OCTOBER 28 The Fashionable Murders 6:30 pm Join us for a laugh-filled night, a great dinner, MIDDLE AND UPPER SCHOOL PREVIEW and a mystery we need help solving. Advance NIGHT ticket sales required 6-7:30 pm. Join us for a casual and informative salemcrossinn.com or call 508-867-2345. 260 evening as we welcome parents and students West Main Street curious about Wilbraham & Monson Academy. West Brookfield, MA 01585 Admissions Office at Morrow House. 421 TRIVIA SATURDAY NIGHTS Main Street, Wilbraham, MA 01095. RSVP by SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16 7:00 p.m. register 7:30 p.m. start up October 21 at www.wma.us/previewnight or call HOLY ROSARY CHRISTMAS HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB 413-596-9107 BAZAAR 10am-5:30pm. Along 325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA with our regular booths (bak- 508-892-9822 FRIDAY SATURDAY & SUNDAY ing, lottery, indoor flea market, NOVEMBER 1, 2, 3 thanksgiving basket etc...), this LIVE ENTERTAINMENT year we will be introducing FRIDAY NIGHT A Funny Thing Happened On The a new money raffle drawing HEXMARK TAVERN Way To The Forum. Show dates replacing the special gift raffle. St. Andrew AT SALEM CROSS INN are November 1st and 2nd at 7:30 Bobola Church 508-943-5633 260 West Main St., W. and November 3rd at 2PMTickets Brookfield, MA 508-867- are $17.00 for adults and $12.00 SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17 2345 salemcrossinn.com for seniors and 12 and under. Held at the North Brookfield HOLY ROSARY CHRISTMAS BAZAAR. Elementary School Auditorium 10 High School 8:30am-12:30pm Along with our regular booths Drive, North Brookfield, MA 01535 (baking, lottery, indoor flea market, thanksgiving basket etc...), this year we will be introducing a THE CENTRAL MA CHAPTER OF TROUT WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 new money raffle drawing replacing the special UNLIMITED gift raffle. St. Andrew Bobola Church 508-943- meets the first Monday of every month from HOW TO MOVE ON - CREATING A BRIDGE 5633 September through May. We discuss a variety of TO A NEW LIFE conservation programs to improve the local cold 1:30-2:30. Barbara Perman, President, Moving water fisheries, local fishing opportunities. Our Mentor annual High School Fly Fishing Championship Tea & Refreshments will be served (open to all MA high school students) And our Limited seating annual fund raising banquet. Quaboag Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center Auburn Sportsman’s Club 47 East Main Street 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA West Brookfield, MA RSVP 508-867-7716 8 • The Webster Times • Friday, October 25, 2019 www.webstertimes.net LEGALS NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S Commonwealth of Massachusetts (759) feet to a corner of stone walls; Deeds in Plan Book 499, Plan 85. SALE OF REAL ESTATE The Trial Court THENCE Northerly along a stone wall EXCEPTING therefrom that portion of Premises: 6 Boyden Street Extension, Probate and Family Court by said land of Lacki, a distance of land conveyed by Robert L. Choiniere Webster, Massachusetts Worcester Probate and Family Court one hundred eighty five and sixty two and Barbara O. Choiniere to Mark A. By virtue and in execution of the Power 225 Main Street hundredths (185.62) feet to a corner of Heroux et ux dated April 11, 1985 and of Sale contained in a certain mortgage Worcester, MA 01608 stone walls; recorded in Book 8650, Page 61. given by Galen Holmes, III and Danyle (508) 831-2200 THENCE in an easterly direction along The description of the property L. Holmes to Mortgage Electronic Docket No. WO18P3318EA a stone wall by land of Lacki, a distance contained in the mortgage shall control Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee CITATION ON PETITION FOR ninety nine (99) feet more or less to the in the event of a typographical error in for The New York Mortgage Company, FORMAL ADJUDICATION westerly line of Larned Road; this publication. LLC and now held by Wilmington Trust, Estate of: THENCE N. 0 deg. 15’ E., along the For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated National Association, not in its individual Lemuel Lopez Feliciano westerly line of said Larned Road, a December 11, 2017, and recorded capacity but solely as successor Also known as: distance of ten (10) feet to a point in a in Book 58236 at Page 26 with the trustee to Citibank, N.A., as Trustee Lemuel Lopez stone wall on the westerly line of said Worcester County (Worcester District) to Lehman XS Trust Mortgage Pass- Date of Death: 04/15/2019 Larned Road; Registry of Deeds. Through Certificates, Series 2006-9, To all interested persons: THENCE S. 85 deg. 15’ W., three TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will said mortgage dated December 28, A Petition for Formal Appointment of hundred and thirty hundredths (300.30) be sold and conveyed subject to all 2005, recorded at Worcester County Personal Representative has been feet along Lot #16 as shown on a plan liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds filed byAngelina M Vessello of of land entitled Subdivision of Land on titles, municipal liens and assessments, in Book 38155, Page 183, as affected Webster MA Larned Road for Nelson Cournoyer, if any, which take precedence over the by a Home Affordable Modification requesting that the Court enter a formal Paul Pytko, C.E. as revised July 15, said mortgage above described. Agreement dated November 27, 2010 Decree and Order and for such other 1967 and recorded in Plan Book 310, TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars and recorded with said Deeds in Book relief as requested in the Petition. Plan 113 to a point; of the purchase price must be paid in 47001, Page 200, as affected by an The Petitioner requests that Angelina THENCE N. 4 deg. 5’ E., a distance of cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s Assignment of Mortgage dated June M Vessello of Webster MA eight hundred forty six (846) feet to a or cashier’s check at the time and 10, 2013, and recorded with said Deeds be appointed as Personal Representa- point; place of the sale by the purchaser. The in Book 51069 at Page 296, as affected tive(s) of said estate to serve Without THENCE S. 85 deg. 15’W., a distance balance of the purchase price shall by an Assignment of Mortgage dated Surety on the bond in an unsuper- of fifty (50) feet; be paid in cash, certified check, bank November 16, 2017, and recorded with vised administration. THENCE N. 4 deg. 5’ E., three hundred treasurer’s or cashier’s check within said Deeds in Book 60453 at Page 141, IMPORTANT NOTICE three (303) feet all being along said land forty five (45) days after the date of sale. of which mortgage the undersigned is You have the right to obtain a copy of now or formerly of Alberts to a point at Other terms to be announced at the the present holder, for breach of the the Petition from the Petitioner or at the land now or formerly of LeFrancois; sale.Marinosci Law Group, P.C. conditions in said mortgage and for the Court. You have a right to object to this THENCE S. 85 deg. 15’ W., one hundred 275 West Natick Road, Suite 500 purpose of foreclosing the same will be proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- fifty (150) feet; Warwick, RI 02886 sold at Public Auction on November 1, ney must file a written appearance and THENCE N. 4 deg. 45’ W., four hundred Attorney for Lakeview Loan Servicing, 2019, at 10:00 AM Local Time upon the objection at this Court before: 10:00 (400) feet along said land of LeFrancois LLC premises, all and singular the premises a.m. on the return day of 11/05/2019. to a point, being the southeast corner Present Holder of the Mortgage described in said mortgage, to wit: This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- of Lot No. 102 as shown on the Telephone: (401) 234-9200 A certain parcel of land with the line by which you must file a written ap- aforementioned plan in Plan Book 310, MLG File No.: 19-01734 building thereon of every nature and pearance and objection if you object to Plan 113. October 25, 2019 description and all the privileges and this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely THENCE S. 31 deg. 10’W., one hundred November 1, 2019 appurtenances thereto belonging, written appearance and objection fol- twenty nine (129) feet to an iron pipe; November 8, 2019 situated in the Town of Webster, lowed by an affidavit of objections with- THENCE S 27 deg. 05’ W., one hundred County of Worcester, Commonwealth in thirty (30) days of the return day, ac- thirty five (135) feet to an iron pipe; Commonwealth of Massachusetts of Massachusetts and on the northerly tion may be taken without further notice THENCE S 22 deg. 30’ W., seven The Trial Court line of Boyden Street, and being shown to you. hundred fifty six and forty hundredths Probate and Family Court as Lot I and I A on plan entitled “Land UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION (756.40) feet to an iron pipe; Worcester Probate in Webster, Mass. Being conveyed to UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS THENCE S. 23 deg. 30’ W., one hundred and Family Court Pasquale DiDonato dated September UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) forty and seventy hundredths (140.70) 225 Main Street l S, 1979, Henry A. Racicot, L.S. A Personal Representative appointed feet to an iron pipe; Worcester, MA 01608 and recorded with Worcester District under the MUPC in an unsupervised THENCE S. 25 deg. 43’ W., one hundred (508) 831-2200 Registry of Deeds, Plan Book 469, administration is not required to file an twenty seven and ninety hundredths Docket No. WO19C0553CA Plan 24, further bounded and described inventory or annual accounts with the (127.90) feet to an iron pipe; CITATION ON PETITION TO as follows: Court. Persons interested in the estate THENCE S. 30 deg. 28’ W, one hundred CHANGE NAME BEGINNING at the southeast comer are entitled to notice regarding the ad- twenty five (125) feet to an iron pipe In the matter of: thereof at an iron pin on the northerly ministration directly from the Personal and Lots 103- 113, inclusive and all Jackie Joseph Roso line of said Boyden Street, said pin Representative and may petition the being shown on the aforementioned A Petition to Change Name of Adult being one hundred ninety-two and Court in any matter relating to the es- plan recorded in Plan Book 337, Plan 8; has been filed by Jackie Joseph Roso five tenths (19 2.5) feet westerly of tate, including the distribution of assets THENCE N. 63 deg. 35’ W., three of Oxford MA Webster highway bound marking the and expenses of administration. hundred (300) feet along said Lot 113 requesting that the court enter a Decree intersection of the northerly line of WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First to an iron pipe on the easterly line of changing their name to: Boyden Street and the westerly line of Justice of this Court. said Dudley Road; Jack Joseph Roso Myrtle Avenue; Date: October 09, 2019 THENCE Southerly along the easterly IMPORTANT NOTICE THENCE South 81° 56’ 40” West, Stephanie K. Fattman, line of said Dudley Road in a curve to Any person may appear for purposes by the northerly line of said Boyden Register of Probate the right with a radius of one thousand of objecting to the petition by filing an Street, one hundred six and 00/l00ths October 25, 2019 nine hundred seventy (1,970) feet a appearance at: Worcester Probate and (106.0) feet to an iron pin at other distance of two hundred eighty three Family Court before 10:00 a.m. on the land of Pasqale D. Di Donato, now or NOTICE OF (283) feet to the point of beginning; return day of 11/05/2019. This is NOT formerly ; MORTGAGEE’S SALE As affected by an Affidavit for true and a hearing date, but a deadline by which THENCE North 18° 08’ 20” East by OF REAL ESTATE accurate measures of various bounds you must file a written appearance if other land of Pasquale D. DiDonato, Premises: 167 Dudley Road, Oxford, recorded September 13, 1982 in Book you object to this proceeding. now or formerly, for a distance of Massachusetts 7553, Page 269. WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, one hundred eleven and sixty-four By virtue and in execution of the EXCEPTING therefrom the land located First Justice of this Court. hundredths (111.64) feet to an iron pin Power of Sale contained in a certain easterly of Lot 100 as shown on a plan Date: October 15, 2019 at land or Airielio DiPierdomenico; mortgage given by Edward R. Gendron recorded in said Deeds in Plan Book Stephanie K. Fattman THENCE North 79° 58’ 01” East by to Mortgage Electronic Registration 337, Plan 8 in which the excluded piece Register of Probate land of said DiPierdomenico for a Systems, Inc., as Nominee for Mortgage does not abut the herein conveyed October 25, 2019 distance of forty Research Center, LLC dba Veterans premises. and 00/1O0ths (40.00) feet to an iron United Home Loans and now held by EXCEPTING therefrom those parcels (SEAL) pin; Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, said of land conveyed to the following deeds: COMMONWEALTH THENCE North 80° 37’ 46” East by mortgage dated December 22, 2017, I. Robert L. Choiniere and Barbara O. OF MASSACHUSETTS land of said DiPierdomenico for a and recorded in the Worcester County Choiniere to Richard D. Zack et at dated LAND COURT distance of sixty ­six and 00/lO0ths (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds September l3, 1982 and recorded in DEPARTMENT OF (66.00) feet to an iron pin at land of in Book 58236, Page 33, as affected Book 7553, Page 270; THE TRIAL COURT Richard LaPlante; by an Assignment of Mortgage dated 2. Robert L. Choiniere and Barbara O. 19 SM 004748 THENCE South 16° 38’ 12” East by September 28, 2018, and recorded Choiniere to Robert J. Fiels et ux dated ORDER OF NOTICE land of said LaPlante for a distance with said Deeds in Book 59543 at Page November 30, 1984 and recorded in To: of one hundred fourteen and sixty- 48, of which mortgage the undersigned Book 8508, Page 245; Timothy J. Hamlin a/k/a Timothy Hamlin hundredths (114.60) feet to the point is the present holder, for breach of the 3. Robert L. Choiniere and Barbara and to all persons entitled to the benefit of beginning. The description of the conditions in said mortgage and for the O. Choiniere to Mark A. Heroux et ux of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, property contained in the mortgage shall purpose of foreclosing the same will be dated April 11, 1985 and recorded in 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): control in the event of a typographical sold at Public Auction on November 15, Book 8650, Page 61. Nationstar Mortgage LLC successor by error in this publication. 2019, at 10:00 AM Local Time upon the PARCEL ll merger to Pacific Union Financial, LLC For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated premises, all and singular the premises Also conveying another tract of land claiming to have an interest in a Mort- August 31, 2005, and recorded in Book described in said mortgage, to wit: in said Oxford on the easterly side of gage covering real property in North 37222 at Page 379 with the Worcester The land In the Town of Oxford, County Dudley Road adjoining Parcel I and Oxford, numbered 17 Thayer Pond County (Worcester District) Registry of of Worcester, State of Massachusetts, bounded and described as follows: Drive, Unit No. 5 a/k/a Unit No. 17-5, of Deeds. on the easterly BEGINNING at an iron pipe at the the Thayer Pond Village Condominium, TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will side of Dudley Road, bounded and northwest corner of the tract herein given by Timothy J. Hamlin to Mortgage be sold and conveyed subject to all described as follows: described on the easterly side of the Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax PARCEL I 1958 Worcester County Highway layout as mortgagee, as nominee for Pacific titles, municipal liens and assessments, BEGINNING at a point at the most of Dudley Road; Union Financial, LLC, its successors if any, which take precedence over the westerly corner of the premises THENCE S. 88 deg. 29’ E., mostly along and assigns, dated January 31, 2018, said mortgage above described. described herein at the end of a stone a stone wall by said Parcel I herein, and recorded in Worcester County TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars wall on the easterly line of said Dudley 39.20 geet to an iron pipe: (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds of the purchase price must be paid in Road, said point being the southwesterly THENCE N. 89 deg. 20’ E., along a in Book 58395, Page 141, and now held cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s corner of Lot #114 as shown on a plan stone wall by said Parcel I, 90 feet to by the Plaintiff by assignment, has/have or cashier’s check at the time and of land In Oxford owned by Nelson an iron pipe; filed with this court a complaint for de- place of the sale by the purchaser. and Jeannette Cournoyer, dated June THENCE N, 81 deg. 00’ E., along said termination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ The balance of the purchase price shall 22, 1970, Walter Brown surveyor, and stone wall by Parcel I, 26.50 &et to an Servicemembers status. be paid in cash, certified check, bank recorded with the Worcester District iron pipe; If you now are, or recently have been, treasurer’s or cashier’s check within Registry of Deeds in Book 337, Plan 8; THENCE N, 89 deg. 29’ 56” E., along in the active military service of the Unit- forty five (45) days after the date of THENCE along a stone wall by land said stone wall by Parcel I, 342.11 feet ed States of America, then you may be sale. now or formerly of Lacki, S. 88 deg. 29’ to a dril hole in an intersection with entitled to the benefits of the Service- Other terms to be announced at the E., a distance of thirty nine and twenty another stone wall; members Civil Relief Act. If you object sale. hundredths (39.20) feet; THENCE S. 11 deg. 24’ 34” W., along to a foreclosure of the above mentioned Marinosci Law Group, P.C. THENCE N. 89 deg. 20’ E., a distance said stone wall by Parcel 1, 351.53 feet property on that basis, then you or your 275 West Natick Road, Suite 500 of ninety (90) feet; to an iron pipe at the intersection with attorney must file a written appearance Warwick, RI 02886 THENCE N. 81 deg. E., a distance of another stone wall; and answer in this court at Three Pem- Attorney for Wilmington Trust, National twenty six and five tenths (26.5) feet; THENCE N. 54 deg. 53’ 28” W., by said berton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on Association, not in its individual THENCE S. 88 deg. 38’ E., a distance stone wall by land now or formerly of or before November 25, 2019 or you capacity but solely as successor of three hundred seventy four (374) feet Richard D. Zack, 545.86 feet to an iron may lose the opportunity to challenge trustee to Citibank, N.A., as Trustee to a corner of stone walls and all being pipe on the easterly side of Dudley the foreclosure on the ground of non- to Lehman XS Trust Mortgage Pass- along said land of Lacki; Road; compliance with the Act. Through Certificates, Series 2006-9 THENCE in a southerly direction along THENCE running northerly along the Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Justice Present Holder of the Mortgage a stone wall and continuing by said land easterly side of said Dudley Road on of this Court on October 11, 2019. Telephone: (401) 234-9200 of Lacki, a distance of three hundred a curve to the left, having a radius of Attest: Deborah J. Patterson MLG File No.: 14-07702 fifty and sixty two hundredths (350.62) 2,030 feet and a length of 30 feet to the Recorder October 11, 2019 feet to a corner of stone walls; point of beginning., 19-035768/FC01 October 18, 2019 THENCE in an easterly direction along CONTAINING an area of 2.153 acres October 25, 2019 October 25, 2019 a stone wall along said land of Lacki, shown as Parcel A on a plan recorded a distance of seven hundred fifty nine with Worcester District Registry of www.webstertimes.net Friday, October 25, 2019 • The Webster Times • 9 LEGALS on file with this court and may contain Commonwealth of Massachusetts line by which you must file a written ap- a request for certain specific authority. The Trial Court pearance and objection if you object to Commonwealth of Massachusetts You have the right to object to this Probate and Family Court this proceeding. If you fail to file a time- The Trial Court proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or Worcester Probate and Family ly written appearance and objection Probate and Family Court your attorney must file a written appear- Court followed by an affidavit of objections Worcester Division ance at this court on or before 10:00 225 Main Street within thirty (30) days of the return day, Worcester Probate and Family A.M. on the return date of 11/12/2019. Worcester, MA 01608 action may be taken without further no- Court This day is NOT a hearing date, but a (508) 831-2200 tice to you. 225 Main Street deadline date by which you have to file Docket No. WO19P3350EA UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Worcester, MA 01608 the written appearance if you object to CITATION ON PETITION FOR UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS Docket No. WO19P3411GD the petition. If you fail to file the written FORMAL ADJUDICATION UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF appearance by the return date, action Estate of: A Personal Representative appointed PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF may be taken in this matter without fur- Ellen Jayne Boutilier under the MUPC in an unsupervised GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED ther notice to you. In addition to filing Date of Death: 10/22/2018 administration is not required to file an PERSON PURSUANT TO the written appearance, you or your To all interested persons: inventory or annual accounts with the G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 attorney must file a written affidavit A Petition for Formal Probate of Will Court. Persons interested in the estate In the matter of: stating the specific facts and grounds with Appointment of Personal Rep- are entitled to notice regarding the ad- Gladys Heywood of your objection within 30 days after resentative has been filed byLisa L ministration directly from the Personal Of: Dudley, MA the return date. Ferrantino of Barton VT Representative and may petition the RESPONDENT IMPORTANT NOTICE requesting that the Court enter a for- Court in any matter relating to the es- Alleged Incapacitated Person The outcome of this proceeding mal Decree and Order and for such tate, including the distribution of assets To the named Respondent and all oth- may limit or completely take away other relief as requested in the Petition. and expenses of administration. er interested persons, a petition has the above-named person’s right to The Petitioner requests that Lisa L WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First been filed by make decisions about personal af- Ferrantino of Barton VT Justice of this Court. MA General Hospital of Boston, MA fairs or financial affairs or both. The be appointed as Personal Representa- Date: October 11, 2019 in the above captioned matter alleging above-named person has the right to tive(s) of said estate to serve Without Stephanie K. Fattman, that Gladys Heywood is in need of a ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make Surety on the bond in an unsuper- Register of Probate Guardian and requesting that this request on behalf of the above- vised administration. October 25, 2019 Emily Heywood of Dudley, MA named person. If the above-named IMPORTANT NOTICE (or some other suitable person) be ap- person cannot afford a lawyer, one You have the right to obtain a copy of pointed as Guardian to serve With- may be appointed at State expense. the Petition from the Petitioner or at the out Surety on the bond. WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, Court. You have a right to object to this The petition asks the court to deter- First Justice of this Court. proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- mine that the Respondent is incapaci- Date: October 17, 2019 ney must file a written appearance and tated, that the appointment of a Guard- Stephanie K. Fattman objection at this Court before: 10:00 ian is necessary, and that the proposed Register of Probate a.m. on the return day of 11/05/2019. Guardian is appropriate. The petition is October 25, 2019 This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- Trips Offered

TRIPS Franco-American fraternal society Botanical Gardens’ dazzling, outdoor continued from page B4­­­ since 1900. As always, you do not have The Uxbridge Senior Center and its display of 650,000 lights illuminating to be a member to participate in any Silver Club travelling group is offering their meticulously cared for gardens. SOUTHBRIDGE SENIOR of the scheduled events. All are wel- the following trips for 2019: You’ll also have a chance to peruse the CITIZENS ASSOCIATION come. Gift certificates purchased in any visitor’s center & gift shop and get a amount can be used by the recipient to Nov. 12~ Aqua Turf Club ~ lunch & bite to eat. We will stop in the village any event at face value. For information show, “Crooning the 70’s”. $79. Family of Boothbay Harbor afterwards to expe- Contact Jim Julian at the Casaubon or reservations contact Ted at (508) 764- style meal of Penne ala Vodka, Beef rience “The Festival of Lights.” After Senior Center Monday, Wednesday, or 7909. Burgundy, & Salmon breakfast we will head home with a stop Friday 9-10 a.m. or call (774) 922-4049 or It’s not too early to think about in Kennebunkport for lunch and shop- e-mail [email protected]. 2019 Christmas! Join the Silver Club ping. *Please note this tour includes Trips are open to the public! Make 2019 is the Society’s 27th anniversary for Boothbay Harbor, “Christmas by periods of outdoor walking on dimly lit, checks payable to the Southbridge in providing members and non-mem- the Sea” in Portland, ME, or Reagle potentially uneven surfaces, and over- Senior Citizens Association, payment bers alike the opportunity to experience Players Christmas Show for Christmas night accommodations that require due at sign up: excursions of a day or extended days. 2019! walking up and down stairs. All are welcome to travel with our orga- On December 5 and 6th there is SOUTHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS nization. Nov. 21-22~2 day Boothbay a trip to the Trapp Family Lodge and 2019 TRIP SCHEDULE Harbor w/lunch at the Harraseeket it includes one dinner and one break- OPEN TO PUBLIC Nov. 16 — “Do As You Wish Day in Inn in Freeport. -- 2 days w/”Gardens fast both at the lodge, glassblowing at PAYMENT DUE AT SIGN UP New York City” – shop for Christmas, Aglow” (beautiful light show at the Simon Pearce Company, a meeting with do some sightseeing, visit a museu, botanical garden) at the Boothbay a member of the Von Trapp family, a November 12, 2019 – Tuesday – attend a Broadway matinee, dine at a Harbor Botanical Gardens. 1 lunch, 1 stop in Montpelier, and of course the Foxwoods $25 - 10 - AM bus. special restaurant, a visit to the air- breakfast. $199. double occupancy, $259. luxury of being at the Trapp family For $25 You get a deluxe motor coach craft Intrepid, visit the 911 Memorial single. Lodge! It is $379 for the double occupan- ride to the casino You will have 5 hours complex. There is much to do and cy per person and $499 per person for a at the casino as the bus will leave enjoy. Departure is 6:30 a.m. from the DEC.5-6 THE TRAPP FAMILY single. Foxwoods at 4 PM. You will receive $10 Southbridge RMV parking lot, and the LODGE CHRISTMAS: $379. dinner & Capture the Christmas spirit as we for gaming and $15 meal voucher. return departure from New York City is breakfast at the Lodge; Quechee and enjoy a little of Austria and a lot of 6:30 p.m. Included are rest stops to and Montpelier, meet w/a family member to Vermont on this memorable getaway. Trips are open to the public! from New York City. Cost is $59 per per- hear the history, etc. Situated on 2,500 acres in Stowe, Make checks payable to the son. The reservation deadline is Nov. 6. Vermont, the Trapp Family Lodge Southbridge Senior Citizens For information and reservations, call Dec. 8 - Reagle Players Christmas serves as our magnificent home away Association. (508) 764-7909. To avid disappointment, show.... TBA from home. Enjoy great shopping, Contact Jim Julian at the Casaubon call early. superb dining and exceptional hospi- senior center Monday, Wednesday or DEC 13-14: CHRISTMAS BY THE tality on this great Christmas holiday Friday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM Dec. 14 — “Festival of Christmas SEA: $329. 1 breakfast, 1 elegant hol- tour. or call 774 922 4049, or e-mail me jim- Lights” at Our Lady of La Salette Shrine, iday buffet lunch, 1 dinner. “Magic [email protected] seasonal concert with Fr. Pat, the singing of Christmas” Portland Symphony On Wed, Dec. 18 we will travel to priest, visit the International Museum Orchestra plus Ogunquit’s “Christmas the Newport Playhouse to see “A STURBRIDGE RECREATION of Creches, Gift and Book Shop, Chapel by the Sea” celebration Christmas Cactus” For $79, you will of Light, a Bistro for refreshments and enjoy a great play, a bountiful buffet New York City Holiday bus trip: snacks, a Carousel for the children, an All trips leave from Whitinsville and the Christmas Cabaret. Saturday, Dec. 14; depart from Burgess optional trolley ride for a small charge Walmart, 100 Valley Parkway, Show Synopsis: Christmas Eve is Elementary School at 7 a.m. on our to view the display of more than 400,000 Whitinsville. Make sure to always tough for private investigator Cactus Lizak charter. Arrive approximately lights and a complete inclusive lun- include entree choice, phone # (esp. O’Riley, a white-hot redhead with the 10:30 a.m. (a rest stop will be made cheon at Wright’s Farm Restaurant. cell) and an emergency phone number. holiday blues. She is trying to lure her along the way) for a day to do as you Cost is $54 per person, $44 for children Please call Sue at 508-476-5820 for more secretary Fred away from his protec- please in the wonderful Big Apple! Ice three to 10, under three free. Departure information or to reserve. tive mother, dodging the affections of skate at Rockefeller Center, take in a is 10:45 a.m. from Southbridge and 11:15 Deputy D.A. Windsor, and considering show on Broadway, do some Christmas a.m. in Webster, with the return about The Silver Club of the Uxbridge closing her business. She doesn’t need shopping, marvel at the light displays, 7:45 p.m. Reservation deadline is Dec. 5. Senior Center invites you to join them the added aggravation of two fugitives and more! Drop off will be as close to on a couple of Christmas trips. who burst into her office looking for Rockefeller Center as possible. Depart UXBRIDGE SENIOR CENTER There is a trip to Boothbay justice and a dead detective named Jake from the city at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy Harbor, Maine for the Gardens Aglow on Marley. Cactus also doesn’t need Fred’s a peaceful ride home. Arrive back All trips leave from the Whitinsville Nov. 21 and 22 for the great price of $199. mother, who arrives to take Fred home home in Sturbridge by 10 p.m. Cost: Walmart and the Stop & Shop at 32 After traveling along the Maine Coast, but decides to stay because she thinks $50 per person. Contact the Sturbridge Lyman St, Westboro. Make sure to we’ll arrive in Freeport, Maine to this is the Christmas murder mystery Recreation Departmetn at (508) 347-2041 include entree choice, phone # (esp. explore this quintessential Maine vil- party she has always dreamed of attend- or [email protected] cell) and an emergency # when sending lage. There will be time for shopping at ing. Christmas turns into a dickens of a for more information. payment. “Like” us on FacebookThe the dozens of brand-name outlets, flag- holiday for Cactus as she solves myster- Silver Club and The Uxbridge Senior ship L.L. Bean Store, and local boutiques ies, delivers small miracles and takes UNION SAINT-JEAN-BAPTISTE Center. Please call Sue at (508) 476-5820 housed in historic brick buildings; then a second chance on love and sleuthing. CHAPTER 12 for more information. enjoy an included late lunch buffet at All trips leave from the Whitinsville the Harraseeket Inn. We will arrive WalMart. Call Sue at 509-476-5820 for Union Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chapter The Silver Club BUS TRIPS for 2019 in Boothbay Harbor in the late after- more information. #12, Southbridge, is sponsoring a vari- Please call Sue at 508-476-5820 for noon and check in to the Flagship Inn. ety of excursions for all to enjoy in 2019. more information. This evening we’ll experience Gardens We are a non-profit family oriented Aglow; walk through the Coastal Maine

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People diagnosed with an heart rate without putting too underactive thyroid condi- much pressure on the joints. tion may have to make sever- These exercises include using a al changes to their lifestyles stationary bicycle or a low-im- to feel well and maintain a pact elliptical machine. Pilates healthy weight. and gentle yoga can improve The thyroid is a tiny gland core muscles and help alleviate located in the neck that produc- joint pain as well. es a hormone to regulate one’s Incorporating strength train- metabolism, or the process that ing into a workout can help converts what a person eats build muscle mass, which and drinks into energy. With burns calories, even when a hypothyroidism, also known person is at rest. That can be as an underactive thyroid, essential for a person finding production of that thyroid hor- it difficult to control his or her mone is insignificant, result- weight due to a sluggish metab- ing in a dramatically slower olism. metabolism. Additional benefits of exer- The endocrinology health cising are improved mood site Endocrine Web estimates and reduced inflammation. approximately 10 million Exercising can release endor- Americans have hypothy- phins into the body to help fight roidism. The reasons the thy- off depression. Also, research- roid gland falters vary. But ers from the University of the symptoms may include California-San Diego School fatigue, weakness, weight gain of Medicine found a single or increased difficulty losing 20-minute session of exercise weight, hair loss, muscle aches, was enough to trigger some- depression, and irritability. thing called sympathoadrener- Each of the side effects asso- gic activation, which suppress- ciated with thyroid conditions es the production of monocyt- can be troublesome, but many ic cytokines in the body that people with thyroid issues Low-impact cardiovascular exercise mixed with intervals of strength training can be the right formula for losing produce an inflammatory struggle most with weight weight with a sluggish metabolism. response in the immune sys- gain and their inability to tem. That means exercise can keep weight off. The president keep inflammation in check. of the American Association can be an important part of wait a few weeks before exer- may not abate with thyroid Hypothyroidism is a com- of Clinical Endocrinologists, the strategy to lose weight and cising so that their condition medications. mon condition that produces R. Mack Harrell, MD, says to manage other hypothyroidism is controlled with medication. The online health resource various unwanted side effects. first visit a doctor, who can symptoms. After that waiting period is Everyday Health advises a However, with proper care and determine if a synthetic thy- Christian Nasr, MD, an endo- over, gradually easing back program of low-impact aerobic exercise, many symptoms can roid hormone medication can crinologist with the Cleveland into exercise can help with the exercises and strength train- be managed effectively. help. Regular exercise also Clinic, advises his patients to fatigue and weight gain that ing. The aerobics will raise the Simple ways to lower your risk for type 2 diabetes

A healthy lifestyle can help people cause a host of health problems. live life to the fullest. There are many Type 2 diabetes, the most common components to a healthy lifestyle, and form of the disease, occurs when the few may be as influential as prevention. body does not make or use insulin well. Preventive measures to reduce one’s While it might seem as though people risk for various diseases can have a are helpless to stop this from occurring, long-lasting effect, helping people main- the NIDDK notes that type 2 diabetes tain their independence well into their can be delayed or even prevented. In golden years. In addition, a proactive fact, the NIDDK cites three key ways approach that focuses on disease pre- that people can lower their risk for type vention can improve the chances men 2 diabetes. and women will get to spend their • Lose weight and keep extra pounds retirement years doing whatever they off. People should speak with their please. physicians about their body weights One disease that can be especially to determine if they’re currently over- limiting is type 2 diabetes. According weight or obese or maintaining healthy to the National Institute on Diabetes weights. If the doctor suggests losing and Digestive Kidney Diseases, diabe- weight, doing so can help prevent or tes occurs when blood glucose levels delay diabetes. Each individual is dif- are too high. Blood glucose, sometimes ferent, but the NIDDK notes that losing referred to as “blood sugar,” comes between 5 and 7 percent of your start- from the foods a person eats and is the ing weight may help delay or prevent main source of energy for his or her diabetes. body. Insulin helps glucose from food • Become more physically active. The get into the body’s cells so they can NIDDK lists a sedentary lifestyle among use it for energy. However, in certain the many factors that can increase a instances, such as when a person has person’s risk for type 2 diabetes. By type 2 diabetes, the body does not make embracing physical activity, getting at mend appropriate activities that can their caloric intake, reducing the likeli- enough — or any — insulin. When that least 30 minutes of exercise five days help their bodies adjust to being phys- hood that they will become overweight occurs, glucose stays in the blood, never per week, people can delay or prevent ically active. or obese. reaching the cells it’s supposed to help. diabetes. People who have been physi- • Eat less and eat healthy. A diet that’s Prevention is a great way for people The NIDDK notes that, over time, exces- cally inactive for a long period of time high in vitamins and nutrients can help to reduce their risk for type 2 diabetes, sive levels of glucose in the blood can should ask their physicians to recom- people delay or prevent type 2 diabetes. a potentially debilitating yet often pre- Small portions can help people control ventable disease. Why personal training?

no surprise that many people tine. Furthermore, knowing are ready to start new fitness someone is there to hold them regimens. accountable can ensure the cli- While it’s easy to push one- ent is consistent in showing up self into the toughest and most to do the work necessary. intense workouts in order to • Define fitness goals: super-charge weight loss or Personal trainers can help peo- fitness gains, this could be a ple focus on goals that are spe- mistake that raises the average cific and realistic to achieve person’s risk of injury. Instead, measurable success. people should work with a per- • Showcase proper form: sonal trainer who can guide Understanding how to do exer- their workouts. cises properly reduces the risk Personal trainers are fitness of injury and increases the effi- professionals who are trained cacy of workouts. to teach others how to exercise. • Offer variety: Sometimes These people are educated in workouts can become boring, correct posture and technique and people become compla- so that they can instruct how cent. Personal trainers may to do exercises correctly and alter routines to keep clients efficiently. Furthermore, per- interested. sonal trainers can help people • Make time work: reach their fitness goals with Experienced personal trainers an understanding of how to will know how to maximize the exercise safely with various time clients have. This can be chronic conditions or injuries. advantageous for people who There are many other rea- have limited time to exercise. sons to work with a personal Personal trainers can help trainer. fitness fans achieve maximum • Motivation: Personal train- results, exercise properly and Each year on January 1, many and Prevention, almost 70 per- obese. ers can offer encouragement form good habits. people resolve to lose weight cent of Americans over the age After the holiday season, to get a person started and and get healthy. According to of 20 are overweight, including when social schedules ramp up continue with a workout rou- the Centers for Disease Control 35 percent who are considered and diets might be ignored, it’s Auburn News, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Spencer New Leader, Southbridge News, Friday, October 25, 2019 Webster Times, Sturbridge Villager, Charlton Villager • The Express • 3

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