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This week’s Quote Madden honored by state on her 101st birthday

“Many of life’s fail- Durant, Berthiaume visit Spencer’s ures are people who did not realize how eldest resident close they were to suc- BY KEVIN FLANDERS lifelong Spencer resident was also given cess when they gave NEWS STAFF WRITER a proclamation drafted by Gov. Charlie up.” SPENCER — Mary Madden turned 101 Baker to honor the occasion of her birth- last month, but she is showing no signs day. Not only has Madden lived in the Thomas A. Edison of slowing down. In fact, Spencer’s eldest same town her entire life, but she has resident is getting ready for a busy holi- resided in the same house for all 101 Editor’s day season. years, serving as an inspiration to many Last Monday, Madden sat down with generations. Office Hours Spencer State Rep. Donald Berthiaume For Berthiaume and Durant, it was an Mondays 12-5 and Rep. Peter Durant to chat about honor to present Madden with the flag. A former principal at Lake Street School, Wednesdays 1-5 Kevin Flanders photo upcoming events — but not before the officials surprised her with a few gifts for Madden was given an additional flag from Mary Madden shows Rep. Peter Durant, left, and Rep. Fridays 1-5 the century-plus-one celebration. that building a few years back and is now Donald Berthiaume a few of her photo albums and gifts Berthiaume and Durant presented a amassing quite the collection of honorary from her 101st birthday. The officials presented Madden flag to Madden that was flown over the with a flag that was flown over the State House on her State House on her birthday, Sept. 18. The INSIDE birthday. Turn To MADDEN, page ­­­A14 Obituaries...... B2 Our Towns...... B4 Calendar...... B5 Voters to Classroom Corner...... A FALL Viewpoint...... A8-9 Police Logs...... A17 have say FLAVORS Sports...... A10-13 LOCAL on library Kevin Flanders photo BROOKFIELD — Showcasing the work of over 70 local crafters and art- project ists, the 37th Apple Country Fair was held on the Town BY KEVIN FLANDERS Common last Saturday, Oct. NEWS STAFF WRITER 10. The event featured plen- LEICESTER — At an Oct. ty of fall flavors for guests, 20 Special Town Meeting, res- including pies and of course idents will weigh in on the pumpkins. Pictured, from left, library renovation project. Owen Aubin, 6, Noah Aubin, The renovation and expan- 9, and Jonathan Landry, 9, sion effort will cost $8.9 million, represent Brookfield Cub Cocker earns rec- the majority of which has been Scout Pack 159. For more pho- ognition in schol- whittled down by a capital cam- tos, turn to page A9! arship program paign and various grants and community contributions. The Page A3 remaining $1.9 is expected to be requested as a debt exclusion. LEARNING Initially designed to serve a town with 1,000 residents, Apple Festival coming this weekend the current space is not ade- quate to handle the needs of BY KEVIN FLANDERS ities like sand art, face painting, Mothers’ Club. a town whose population has NEWS STAFF WRITER crafts, games, and RC car racing. Though the club began sev- reached 11,000, library offi- LEICESTER — Mother knows A 50/50 raffle will take place, eral decades ago as a group of cials said. Lack of handi- best, especially when it comes to and members of the Leicester Leicester mothers striving to capped access, limited parking raising money each year for the Fire Department will be on hand raise funds for an annual class and other issues have led to town’s schools. as well. trip to Old Sturbridge Village, it a strong push for renovation. The Leicester Mothers’ Club, All proceeds from the event now draws people from through- Currently, patrons who cannot in conjunction with Leicester will be distributed to the out the community, including climb stairs have no access to Public Schools, will hold the Leicester Public Schools by the fathers, grandparents, and resi- the majority of the building, annual Apple Festival tomor- Mothers’ Club to support educa- dents looking to lend a helping and wheelchair access is only row, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 tional programs. hand. The name of the club has A profession of available in the basement level p.m., at Leicester High School “This is a great community become too iconic in town to (children’s room). Library offi- nobility (174 Paxton St.). event. We are always trying to change, but members want peo- cials are eager to see the day In addition to offering apples, get the word out on what we do ple to know that they welcome Page A5 when all guests have full access dumplings, apple pies and and how important it is to the refreshments, the event will schools,” said Eileen Boisvert, Turn To LIBRARY, page ­­­A14 Turn To APPLE FEST, page ­­­A14 include several children’s activ- the vice president of Leicester

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BY KEVIN FLANDERS Presently, state regulations passed over in favor of illegal ing preference over veterans. hearing. NEWS STAFF WRITER allow handicapped or home- immigrants. Such policies only serve to In his first year as SPENCER — Led by Rep. less illegal immigrants to get A member of the Joint House encourage illegal immigration, Representative, Berthiaume Donald Berthiaume, several preference in public housing and Senate Committee for Berthiaume and other officials has been a passionate promot- state officials are opposed to over veterans. Outraged after Veterans and Federal Affairs, argue, by providing housing er of improving programs and current public housing regula- learning about these policies, Berthiaume received strong to those without a place to live opportunities for veterans. The tions that enable illegal immi- Berthiaume (R-Spencer) filed a bipartisan support from sever- after sneaking into the coun- joint committee will continue grants to be chosen over veter- bill intended to ensure that no al elected officials. Cosponsors try. to deliberate on his bill at a ans in certain instances. veteran looking for housing is endorsing the bill include Supporters of the bill com- later date, with several options Republican Minority Leader mend Berthiaume for his con- on the table. Bradley Jones, Jr., Democratic tinuing advocacy for veterans. Additional cosponsors for Senator Michael Moore, “We do a good job in the Berthiaume’s bill include and 6th Worcester District Commonwealth of helping our Representative Kevin Kuros Republican Rep. Peter Durant, veterans, and this bill extends (8th Worcester District), also of Spencer. that,” Durant said. “This is all Representative Joseph “If even one veteran isn’t about setting priorities and McKenna (18th Worcester able to get housing because an making sure our veterans are District), and Democratic illegal immigrant got it, that first in line. Donnie has been Representative Joseph is one too many and reason doing a great job, and the com- McGonagle Jr. (28th Middlesex enough for this legislation,” mittee gives him a good oppor- District). 8x7-9x7 Steel Liftmaster 1/2 hp said Berthiaume, who served tunity to help advance these Many officials said the bill 2 Sided Insulated Chain Drive in the U.S. Navy for six years. causes.” helps bring needed attention to Garage Door Comprised of many other Berthiaume has been encour- a national discussion on what veterans, the joint committee aged by the strong backing of can be done to address illegal r-value 9.65 Inc, standard hardware & 7ft Opener track, 8 color & 3 panel design options has shown strong support for his bill, not only at the State immigration and make sure $270 the bill. But during a hearing House but from local veterans that legal residents – especial- inc Installation at the State House earlier this as well. Additional proposed $570 price matching available on all written quotes ly veterans – are not denied inc Installation month, Berthiaume wasn’t shy legislation has given the joint access to certain benefits or about expressing his indigna- committee plenty to consider opportunities. tion to a pair of immigration/ in terms of improving housing Berthiaume filed the bill on housing attorneys who opposed options for veterans. A simi- Jan. 16. As part of the cycle of his bill. He contended that vet- lar proposal to Berthiaume’s review at the state level, it may erans should always be given bill was filed by Representative not be fully vetted until July. preference for public housing Dennis Rosa (D-Leominster), over people who entered this and the two bills might even- Kevin Flanders can be country illegally. tually be combined to form a reached at 508-909-4140, or by Moreover, Berthiaume chal- comprehensive package. e-mail at kflanders@stone- lenges the logic behind cur- “It seemed like there was bridgepress.com. rent regulations, specifically widespread support for the those allowing homeless ille- bill,” Berthiaume said of the gal immigrants to gain hous- reaction to his ideas at the NEWS BRIEFS

Hopkinton Team Hope Walk and more than 200,000 at-risk of Gobi to attend Team in Hopkinton being held on inheriting the disease. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the beau- The Team Hope Walk is Hope Walk tiful Hopkinton State Park. All HDSA’s largest national grass- proceeds support HDSA’s mis- roots fundraising event, which HOPKINTON — The sion to improve the lives of takes place in over 100 cities New England office of the people affected by HD and their across the U.S and has raised Huntington’s Disease Society families. Registration begins at 9 over $4 million for HD since its of America (HDSA) announced a.m. and the walk kick-off begins inception in 2007. Thousands of that Sen. Anne Gobi will attend at 10 a.m. The local Huntington’s families, friends, co-workers, the first annual Team Hope walk disease community is asking for neighbors and communities in the Hopkinton area organized your support so please consider walk together each year to sup- by volunteers to raise awareness forming a team or walk as an port HDSA’s mission to improve of this devastating genetic neu- individual. the lives of people affected by HD rological disease through their Huntington’s disease is a fatal and their families. To support the first annual Hopkinton commu- genetic disorder that causes the Team Hope Walk, please register nity Team Hope Walk! Enjoy progressive breakdown of nerve at www.hdsa.org/thwhopkinton food, amazing auction and raffle, cells in the brain. It deteriorates or contact Virginia Goolkasian free massages in massage chair, a person’s physical and men- at 978-905-5588 or by e-mailing and music, and a whole lot of tal abilities during their prime [email protected]. fun. working years and has no cure. Please HD is known as the quintes- join the sential family disease because Berthiaume announces Come & New every child of a parent with HD have some England has a 50/50 chance of carrying office hours SATURDAY HD com- the faulty gene. Today, there are samples munity 30,000 symptomatic Americans State Rep. Donnie Berthiaume OCTOBER 24th and fun! at the will hold office 11am-3pm OCTOBERFEAST hours at the fol- lowing locations RONNIE’S SEAFOOD for the month of October. Enjoy free samples of our Rt. 31 ChaRlton Depot • Monday, Oct. homemade products 19, East Brookfield, “Proudly serving the community for over 40 years” 6-7 p.m. Municipal Building, Large Marinated Tips • Marinated Chicken meeting room. Many Kinds of Sausage • Tuesday, Oct. 20, Ware, 6-7 p.m. Chicken Wings • Homemade Meatballs Closed for the Town Hall BBQ Pulled Chicken & Pork And More! • Monday, Oct. Season 26, New Braintree, Give-aways, 6-7 p.m. Town Hall Steak A Chance Trivia Contest • Tuesday, Nov. 3, Wednesday, October 21 & Thursday, October 22 North Brookfield, & Live Music Thank you for 5-6 p.m. Municipal Come in and spend $50.00 and Pull-a-Prize Building from our BBQ Pit. And register to win a your patronage! Constituents $25.00 Stearns Meats gift certificate. and town officials are invited to Route 169 Charlton, MA 508.248.7866 look for meet with him to express any con- Since 1932 Store Hours: Wed 9-5 • Thurs 9-6 cerns, ideas, or ED STEARNS our ad in the spring issues that they Fri 9-5 • Sat 9-3 may need assis- DresseD Meats, Inc. We Accept stearnsmeats.net EBT tance with.

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scholarship program Accuracy Watch The Spencer New Leader is committed to BY KEVIN FLANDERS NEWS STAFF WRITER accuracy in all its news reports. Although numerous safeguards are in place to ensure LEICESTER — Four years of com- accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. mitment and hard work have paid off for Leicester High School senior Harold Confirmed fact errors will be corrected Cocker, who was named a Commended at the top right hand corner of page 3 in a Student in the 2016 National Merit timely manner. Scholarship Program competition. If you find a mistake, call (508) 909- About 34,000 students throughout the 4140 during normal business hours. During nation have been recognized for this honor by the NMSP. Even though they non-business hours, leave a message in the will not continue in the competition editor’s voice mailbox. The editor will return for scholarship awards, Commended your phone call. Students earned the honor of placing among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million participants who entered the event by taking the 2014 Preliminary SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. TheHeartOf “To be named a Commended Student is a great honor. It is very gratifying knowing that my hard work has come Massachusetts.com to fruition and that my accomplish- ments are valued by my community,” Cocker said. Cocker logged countless hours to make sure he was well prepared for whatever questions might be on the Courtesy photo PSAT/NMSQT exams. Whenever he Leicester High School senior Harold Cocker was recently named a Commended Student for the National Merit Scholarship Program competition. was a little unsure about his knowledge - ROLL OFF • ALL SIZES - CONTAINERIZED SERVICE - in a particular subject, he spent extra RECYCLING time refreshing himself and getting ready for the exams. COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL - RESIDENTIAL society. in our nation.” Cocker attributed much of his suc- And he credits his time at LHS with In his spare time, Cocker enjoys play- TOLL FREE 1-800-242-7655 cess to his teachers at LHS and paying getting him ready for college and ing basketball and Frisbee, as well as (508)764-6677 close attention in class. beyond. swimming, kayaking, reading, playing P.O. BOX 820 SOUTHBRIDGE MA 01550 “Leicester High School is full of won- “Leicester High School isn’t your video games, and hanging out with Leboeufrubbishremoval.com derful teachers who do their absolute ordinary public school. The teachers friends. best to give students a better under- and staff are devoted to seeing their stu- For more information about the standing of the different subjects,” dents flourish and succeed, even when NMSP, visit www.nationalmerit.org. added Cocker, whose favorite subject it takes them away from their personal is mathematics due to its many real- lives,” said Cocker. “Aside from the Kevin Flanders can be reached at world applications. “In particular, Mr. teachers, the students at LHS are some 508-909-4140, or by e-mail at kflanders@ Rigoberto Alfonso, a member of the of the nicest kids I have ever met. My stonebridgepress.com. history department, is one of my favor- experience at Leicester High is one that Your Local Roll-Off Specialist ite teachers. Mrs. Philomena Feighan I wish more people could enjoy.” and Mr. Reed Cleveland, both English Cocker and other students, including Fall teachers, and $ LHS’s Ashley Granger, were praised by Notice to the Residents of Special Mrs. Jennifer St. John, a mathemat- 245 NMSP officials for their hard work in 10 yd. Rental 1 Ton ics teacher, are also favorites of mine.” THE TOWN OF becoming Commended Students as part $ $ Cocker has been very active in his 15 yd. 2 Ton = 320 • 20 yd. 3 Ton = 410 of this year’s program. EAST BROOKFIELD time at LHS. In addition to his member- “The young men and women being Roll Off Containers ship on the varsity math team, Student named Commended Students have Hydrants will be flushed Weekend Dumpsters Council and the Environmental Club, demonstrated outstanding potential for for the Homeowner he has played basketball and is current- October 7, 2015 through October 16, 2015 academic success,” read an NMSP state- Houses • Attics • Cellars ly a member of the track and field team. ment. “These students represent a valu- This may result in brief periods 10-15-20 Yd. Construction Sites Cocker plans to study either civil, able national resource. Recognizing structural, or mechanical engineering of rusty water 508-892-4193 • 508-769-6603 their accomplishments, as well as the in college. Upon graduation, he hopes key role their schools play in their Leicester, MA to have a career as an engineer in Board of Water Commissioners Fully Insured academic development, is vital to the which he will design structures that advancement of educational excellence have meaningful and lasting effects on

ATTENTION Leicester Library Information NEWS BRIEF WEST BROOKFIELD RESIDENTS Hydrant Flushing A Special Town Meeting will be Moore launches new office held Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 The West Brookfield to request authorization to borrow website Water Department will be funds to renovate and expand the BOSTON — Sen. Michael O. Moore flushing hydrants Leicester Public Library. (D-Millbury) recently announced the October 19, 2015 thru October 30, 2015 launch of a new office website. The new site, www.senatorm- during the hours of ikemoore.com, provides constituents 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. of the Second Worcester District with Flushing will cause some access to office services including help with a government agency, citation disturbance in the water mains. A Yes Vote Means requests, State House tour and grant The water may appear cloudy YES support letter requests and event invi- tations. but will eventually dissipate. “I hope constituents take advantage Please plan water use accordingly. of the many opportunities to engage • Double in size with my office using this new online platform,” said Moore. “It’s now easier (sq. footage and # of circulating items) than ever to reach out to me or my staff • Be completely accessible (incl. an elevator) to share an opinion, request help or find resource information.” • Address 10+ years of deferred maintenance Senator Moore’s Office may also • Be able to upgrade technology be reached directly via telephone at • Be energy efficient (617) 722-1485 or via e-mail at Michael. [email protected]. The new web- • Increase parking site, which is maintained by the Office • Have program, Young Adult, of Senator Moore, has not been paid for at taxpayer expense. and Quiet Study Space • Approve step one of two step process in order to receive $4.235 million in State Construction Grant Funds • Be able to accept approximately $2.3 million in private donations that have been pledged TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com • Provide town residents with a $9 million Library

A No Vote Means NO

• The Library will remain the same inadequate size and continue to provide roughly the same services as it currently does • Currently $600,000 of deferred maintenance and repair will have to be undertaken • Parking will remain very limited • $500,000 handicap accessibility improvements will be required and the town may face ADA compliance complaints, and be forced to fund accommodations and/or pay fines • Forfeiture of $4.235 million in matching State Construction Grant Funds as well as $2.3 million received in donations from individuals

Leicester Public Library Renovation & Expansion Plan & Expansion Renovation Library Leicester Public and businesses 4 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 Fire department opens its doors to the community

SPENCER — From the big red trucks to a helicopter land- ing display, youngsters got to see many examples of lifesaving equipment during the Spencer Fire Department’s annual open house. Members of the department and their spouses made breakfast for guests, and winners of the department’s first annual fire safety poster contest were also honored (Isaac Anderson, Bailey Folcarelli, Meaghan Bennett, and Lucas Lacroix).

Landen Blodgett, 7, of Spencer, hangs out with Madison Natale, 6, Kevin Flanders photos also of Spencer. Spencer’s Warren Goodwin, 2, enjoys the view from the fire truck.

Kristi Stanley, 8, of Spencer, front, checks It’s all smiles for these kids on the fire department’s ATV. Dylan The White family, of Spencer, gets ready for breakfast. out the ambulance compartment with Shae Barberio, 3, of Oxford is up front, while Wyatt Blodgett, 2, of Spencer, Parkein, 10, of Spencer. back left, and Zachary Barberio, 4, of Oxford, get a ride.

Your Dental Health by Edward Larkin D.M.D. DIABETES AND GUM DISEASE Gum disease is an unexpected complication of diabetes. If left untreated, “gingivitis” (inflammation of the gums) can progress to “periodontitis,” at which point the gums pull away from the teeth to form deepening pockets that collect bacteria and threaten the health of teeth and underlying bone. These gum problems largely stem from the fact that those with diabetes are more susceptible to bacterial infection, which renders Guests enjoy breakfast courtesy of the fire department. Lisa Daoust, left, and Dianna Hoyt, both wives of firefighters, volun- them less able to fight the bacteria that collects in teer at the event. pockets that form around the teeth of patients with periodontitis. Moreover, recent research points to the notion that not only are diabetics more susceptible to periodontitis, but periodontitis may have the potential to affect blood glucose control and contribute to the progression of diabetes. Do you or any of your siblings have diabetes? At 9 W. MAIN DENTAL, we have the skills and tools to ensure that early signs of many conditions are identified. We recommend regular checkups, periodic cleanings, and x-rays when needed. We’re located at 9 West Main St., West Brookfield, where we strive to teach you good oral hygiene. Please call 508.867.2777 to schedule an appointment. P.S. To prevent gum problems, diabetics must control their blood glucose levels and schedule regular visits to the dentist, who can spot and treat early gum problems.

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Sponsored by Leicester Veterinary Clinic, LLC Name: Cyclops Amy Kirouac, of Spencer, runs the SFD table. Kirouac is married to Firefighter Jon Thibeault spends the day with family. Breed: Chihuahua Firefighter Ralph Kirouac. Age: 4 Yr., 2 Mos. Sex: Neutered Male Size: Small PetCyclops is excited of to meet theyou! Cyclops is aWeek 4-year-old chihuahua mix who has tons of boundless energy. He is always ready to go. He loves settling down for belly rubs after a nice play session. Cyclops would be the perfect guy for a family with children over the age of 7. He does however get jealous of other animals, he wants to be the center of attention, all eyes on him! He is a spunky little guy with a great personality and lots of love to give. We have Cats for adoption too! Second Chance Animal Shelter Inc. East Brookfield, MA• (508) 867-5525 www.secondchanceanimals.org Leicester Veterinary Clinic, LLC 1205 Main St. Leicester, MA 01524 P:508-892-9181 • F: 508-892-8791 www.leicesterclinic.com Wellness exams • Vaccinations • Cat Boarding DON’T Spays, neuters and routine soft tissue surgery Dentistry • Radiology (Digital) In-house diagnostic laboratory facilities (Idexx) • Pharmacy • Prescription diets Hills, Royal Canin MISS • Domestic health certificates and much more!

Dr. Colm P. Scanlon Veterinarian A THING! Sunday Hours: 10-3 by appointment Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­5 CLASSROOM CORNER A profession of nobility Bolandrina embraces nursing program director role

What do you like about teaching in the evening, which are all adults?

“I think it’s wonderful that a lot of our adult students are jug- gling and succeeding at family, home, work and school. The expectation is different. It’s not a matter of just teaching. It’s more guiding and inspiring. And we also learn from the students. There’s a whole lot of networking that goes on, too.”

What do you hope to bring to your new position?

“I hope to bring diversity, first and foremost.”

Have classes already start- ed? Olivia Richman photo Photo courtesy Gretheline Bolandrina Gretheline Bolandrina is excited about her new position as Practical “They started Aug. 17. There The Practical Nursing Program Class of 2016. Nursing Program director, which combines her experience and love for are 30 students currently. We teaching and nursing. have young students, as young as 18. We also have older stu- and language.” Olivia Richman can be BY OLIVIA RICHMAN profession. It’s noble. Where dents, grandmas. Their back- reached at 508-909-4132 or by NEWS STAFF WRITER else do you get to do your job grounds are all varied. There Is there anything else you e-mail at olivia@stonebridge- CHARLTON — As of July 1, and get paid and earn points are nursing assistants, ladies would like people to know? press.com. Bay Path Regional Vocational in heaven? I’ve been a nurse that work in offices, a bus driv- Technical High School has since 1987. I worked in Boston er. It’s a very nice group. There “We have an infor- NOTICE HYDRANT FLUSHING a new Practical Nursing in 1989. I’ve been an instructor are also two men. There are mation session com- Program director. for 10 years.” less men in this field.” ing up soon. We are TOWN OF SPENCER The Town of Spencer Water Department will be Gretheline Bolandrina said inviting alumni to Sounds like a diverse class. an open house to talk flushing fire hydrants throughout the western part of she “feels awesome” about her What got you into teach- town starting October 7 thru October 23, 2015 new position, which combines ing? Besides working, what else about their experi- fills your time? ence in the Practical Hydrant flushing removes unwanted sediment from pipes her love of teaching and nurs- and helps provide better water quality. ing. “It was actually serendipi- Nursing program. I’m Practical Nursing is a ty. The place I worked at had “I do a lot of charity work. trying to invite ven- When the Water Department staff is in the immediate area, 10-month program taught in nursing students. My mom was I’m involved in several groups, dors to come. It’s Oct. 8 residents could experience loss of pressure and short periods including On Board For Kids, at 5 p.m. There will be of rusty water. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may the evening at Bay Path. Last a schoolteacher. I love to talk. cause. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact year’s class had 21 graduates. At one point I asked the stu- out of Boston. They hold fund- raffles and a financial aid person available to the Spencer Water Department office at 508-885-7525. Eleven have already passed dent if they wanted to come raisers to feed children all Thank you. their NCLEX-PN, the certifica- watch me as I did a procedure. across the world. The focus talk.” tion exam for practical nurs- They followed me around that this year is Columbia, Nepal ing. day. I was offered a position and Philippines. A lot of alum- Said Bolandrina, who has at that school. I did that part- ni from the nursing program been a PN instructor at Bay time for nine years. I did the come to volunteer with me. It Path for two years: “There’s so demonstrations in clinical. I exposes them to giving back to HELP WANTED much satisfaction when your figured why shouldn’t I get my the community. We also help students succeed.” Masters? I got my Master’s in at Harrington Hospital during Olivia Richman sat down 2013. That’s when I became a Mental Health Day. We have a booth.” CLASS B DRIVERS with the new Practical Nursing full-time instructor here at Bay Program director to discuss Path. This will be my third LLC her experience in nursing and year here.” That’s great! DUMPSTER SERVICES teaching. How do you like teaching “I have four kids, 24, 21, 13 508-885-2428 Why do you love nursing? at Bay Path? and 11. They go to Filipino School in Bedford. They learn 18 Wall Street, Spencer “Nursing is such a wonderful “I love it. It’s very nice.” the music, dance, food Time’s Running Out!... EXTENDED DEADLINE Deadline is October 15! To get your ad into the Mon. 9/28 • 3pm 2016 Business, Community & Restaurant Guide for THE WRITE STUFF Spencer, Leicester & The Brookfields Is back for Season 14 in the NOW IN FULL COLOR!! Spencer New Leader! Published by the Spencer New Leader & Stonebridge Press & Villager Newspapers Essays and Poems written by student authors from Spencer, Leicester, and The Brookfields Why advertise in this book? 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June Simakauskas Direct 508-909-4062 email: [email protected] Mailing Address: 25 Elm Street, PO BOX 90, Southbridge, MA 01550 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 CLASSROOM CORNER Preparing students for the real world Grant gives Bay Path funds for ‘Credit for Life’ fair BY OLIVIA RICHMAN “real world.” High school NEWS STAFF WRITER teaches them to solve a calcu- CHARLTON — Bay Path lus problem and the charge of Regional Vocational Technical an electron. But high school High School received a $5,000 graduates often say they wish grant on Aug. 31 to host a schools taught them more Credit for Life Fair, or “Reality basic skills, like balancing a Check” program, in December. checkbook, investing or paying The high school worked taxes. in conjunction with the Guay agrees: “Do I wish this Southbridge Credit Union, a was around when I was in high full-service bank within the school? Oh God, yes. What’s school’s walls, to write a grant funny is that a lot of adults and will continue working could use some assistance in together on the fair as well. making sound financial deci- The Credit for Life Fair will sions. It just can’t hurt. It’s be for seniors enrolled at Bay done in a way that’s informa- Path. The seniors receive a tive, interesting and hopefully mock occupation and salary. enjoyable. When you add those There will be a large amount of three components together it booths set up in the gymnasi- will stick.” um, including cell phone com- Many schools in the panies, car dealerships, apart- Commonwealth have decided ment rental agencies and cable to adopt this fair annually and companies and other monthly Bay Path hopes to do the same expenses. The students must thing, especially since they choose how to budget their are a vocational school. Guay money and how to spend their Olivia Richman photo hopes believes this will give monthly budget. Some booths Assistant Vocational Director Jeremy Guay with Marketing Instructor Kelsey Spear and High School Training students important tools they will offer different options. For Supervisor Jessica Joseph, outside of the school’s Southbridge Credit Union. need to make the right finan- example, the phone company cial decisions. will offer a basic flip phone and able and figure out how to pay viduals to enter the world of how to use and save money Said Guay: “This is our an iPhone with a data plan. for the unexpected expense. work. They are entering the in an appropriate manner. We responsibility.” There will also be a “Wheel At the end of the fair the world making really good need to make sure they know of Misfortune.” It can land on students will meet with a finan- salaries. They are earning how to budget and how to bal- Olivia Richman can be anything from their car engine cial analyst and receive a mock really nice rates of pay,” said ance a checkbook and spend reached at 508-909-4132 or by stopping, to needing a new TV, credit rating to see how they Assistant Vocational Director money wisely.” e-mail at olivia@stonebridge- to needing to go to the dentist did when dealing with saving Jeremy Guay. “Along with It’s common to hear young press.com. for a broken tooth. The stu- and spending. that, we have responsibilities adults joke about high school dents will have to be account- “We train these young indi- as a district that they know not preparing them for the EDUCATION NOTEBOOK

753-1170. We hope to see you at of specific education programs Merriam-Gilbert Public our Open House on Oct. 18! and services in schools through- out the Commonwealth. The Library Department is reviewing several Haston Public Library programs during a single visit • Ongoing: Knitting Group, in order to use Department and every Wednesday, 10 a.m. New! NORTH BROOKFIELD — school staff’s time most efficient- Art exhibit featuring local jur- Registration for Pre-School Story ly and to encourage strong con- ied pastel artist, Brian Alton Time is currently taking place nections among the programs. Higgins, “New England Scene in at the Haston Public Library. The Department’s Coordinated Pastels,” through Jan. 28, 2016. Beginning on Oct. 20, Story Time Program Review will address • Thursday, Oct. 22, 6:30 will be held every Tuesday morn- the following programs: Special p.m. “Gothic Ghost Tales by ing from 10:15-11 a.m. Children Education, Civil Rights, English Candlelight,” featuring Rita aged 2-5 years old are invited Language Learners and Career/ Parisi of Waterfall Productions. to join Children’s Librarian, Vocational Technical Education Please call the Library to regis- Rosemary Mackenzie, in a pro- (CVTE). After reviewing school ter. Not appropriate for children gram of music and movement, districts, the Department team under 10 years old. This pro- learning activities, stories and will make its onsite visit, during gram is supported in part by a crafts. Group size is limited to 12 which it will review individu- grant from the West Brookfield children, and pre-registration is al student records, interview Cultural Council, a local agen- required. All children must be administrators, teachers and cy, which is supported by the under adult supervision during paraprofessional staff, survey Massachusetts Cultural Council, the program. To register or for parents and observe instruction- a state agency. more information please call 508- al spaces. After the onsite visit 867-0208. it will prepare a report for the superintendent and school dis- St. Mary School trict committees with detailed David Prouty High findings for each program. WORCESTER — St. Mary’s Using a scale of ratings rang- Schools in Worcester are proud- School ing from “Commendable” to ly celebrating its centennial “Not Implemented,” the report anniversary during the 2015-2016 SPENCER — Attention David will rate the implementation of academic year. Prouty High School Class of 1985! each requirement reviewed by For 100 years, students have Our 30 year class reunion will the Department. Where require- received a high quality educa- be held Friday, Nov. 27, at the ments are found not implement- tion in small classes from a fac- Hogshead Tavern located down- ed or only partially implemented, ulty who is committed to edu- stairs at the Spencer Country the district must propose to the cating the whole person and rec- Inn from 7 p.m. to midnight. Cost Department corrective action ognizing individual differences. is $10 per person at the door. to bring those areas into com- There is a class for everyone as There will be a cash bar, DJ pliance with statutes and reg- St. Mary’s as grades run from and appetizers. E-mail DPHS85. ulations. Districts and schools Pre-K through Grade 12. St. [email protected] to sign are encouraged to incorporate Mary’s will be hosting an Open up if you haven’t already done the corrective action into their House on Sunday, Oct. 18, from so. Spread the word! district and school improvement 1 to 3 p.m. at the school which is plans and professional develop- located at 50 Richland Street in ment plan. The school district Worcester. Tantasqua Regional/ will be provided with technical One hundred years ago, St. assistance from the Department Mary’s was founded to educate Union 61 School in developing a corrective action the children of the Polish com- plan. Both the Department’s munity in Worcester. Today, Districts report and the corrective action while always remembering its plan are public information and roots, St. Mary’s students come STURBRIDGE — Dr. Erin will be available to the public from diverse ethnic and reli- M. Nosek, of the Tantasqua upon request. Program Review gious backgrounds from within Regional/Union 61 School Final Reports are also available the City of Worcester and the Districts, was informed by the on the Department’s website at surrounding towns. Department of Elementary and www.doe.mass.edu/pgalreview/ St. Mary’s Schools have Secondary Education of an cpr/reports. so much to offer. This year upcoming Coordinated Program Any member of the public the unique Tools of the Mind Review that will be taking place may request to be interviewed Curriculum for grades Pre-K and this school year. by telephone by a member of K has been instituted with much As part of this Coordinated the Department’s visiting team. success. St. Mary’s Schools have Program Review, Department Those wishing to be interviewed up to date technology. St. Mary’s staff will visit, during the should call Michelle Poulin, PQA offers a comprehensive college week of Oct. 19, Brimfield Coordinator to leave their name preparatory curriculum, includ- District, Brookfield District and and phone number at (413) 314- ing a variety of AP classes along Sturbridge (Burgess) District 6710 and A member of the visit- with a wide range of extra-cur- schools. During the week of ing team will contact each per- ricular programs. Our athletes Nov. 2, Department staff will son desiring an interview within compete in volleyball, soccer, visit Holland District and Wales two weeks after the completion basketball, track, baseball and District schools. The Tantasqua of the onsite visit. If an individ- softball. We have 100-percent Regional School District will ual is not comfortable commu- graduation rate with all of our have their visit the week of Nov. nicating in English or requires students attending colleges. 30. Such visits are routinely some other accommodation, the If you would like to learn more conducted by the Department to Department will make arrange- about St. Mary’s please visit our satisfy federal and state require- ments to communicate appropri- website at www.stmarysworces- ments for the periodic review ately with the individual. ter.org or call our office at (508) www.TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­7 VIEWPOINT

Take the Unconventional garden recipes Hint the flour. Mix egg whites with Directions: Preheat oven to ing soda; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 *** cornstarch adding a little water 350 degrees. Grease and flour teaspoon salt; 2 cups tomatoes Win Dinner for Two — Your KAREN into a batter. Heat the oil to a 9x13-inch baking pan. Mix ripe, peeled, seeded, chopped; tips can win you a great din- TRAINOR about 250 degrees for deep fry- together the oil, sugar and 2 tea- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped; 1/2 ner for two at the historic ing. Dip the watermelon pieces spoons vanilla until well blend- cup dates chopped; 1/2 cup rai- Publick House Historic Inn in in the batter and deep fry until ed. Combine the flour, 1/2 cup sins, seedless chopped. Sturbridge! Simply send in a It’s harvest time — and after outside crust is firm. Turn off cocoa, baking soda and salt; stir Directions: Mix cream sugar hint to be entered into a random a season of tending to the gar- the heat and continue to deep into the sugar mixture. Fold in and shortening. Add eggs. Add drawing. One winner per month den, it’s finally time to enjoy fry the watermelon until light the squash, walnuts, and option- sifted dry ingredients, mixing will win a fabulous three-course the “fruits of our labor!” While brown. Remove, drain well, and al chocolate chips. Spread even- well. Stir in tomatoes, nuts, dinner for two at the renowned nothing quite compares to bit- sprinkle with confectioner’s ly into the prepared pan. dates, and raisins. Put into restaurant, located on Route 131 ing into a warm, red tomato just sugar. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes greased and floured 9x13 bak- across the town common in his- plucked from the vine, there are *** in the preheated oven, until ing pan. Bake in preheated toric Sturbridge. Because I’m in many creative ways to serve up Squash Brownies brownies spring back when 350’F oven for 35 minutes or the business of dispensing tips, your garden favorites. From Pureed summer squash adds gently touched. To make the until cake tests done. Frost with not inventing them (although rich, moist brownies to old-fash- moisture and richness to this frosting, melt together the 6 cream cheese frosting. I can take credit for some), I’m ioned jam, these unconvention- delicious brownie recipe. It’s the tablespoons of cocoa and mar- *** counting on you readers out al garden recipes culled from perfect way to disguise nutri- garine; set aside to cool. In a Zucchini/Raspberry Jam there to share your best helpful the internet, bring a new twist tion in a decadent dessert — not medium bowl, blend together Two unlikely garden offer- hints! to traditional backyard crops. to mention an ideal excuse to the confectioners’ sugar, milk ings pair up for this easy to Do you have a helpful hint *** use up extra squash! and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in make version of old fashioned or handy tip that has worked Fried Watermelon Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable the cocoa mixture. Spread over jam. for you? Do you have a question It sounds wacky, but this rec- oil; 1 1/2 cups white sugar; 2 tea- cooled brownies before cutting Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 3 regarding household or garden ipe offers a fun way to serve up spoons vanilla extract; 2 cups all into squares. cups crushed raspberries with matters? If so, why not share a favorite seasonal fruit. Jazz it purpose flour; 1/2 cup unsweet- *** juice; 3 cups zucchini; 3 oz. rasp- them with readers of Stonebridge up by serving on skewers and ened cocoa powder; 1 1/2 tea- Garden Tomato Cake berry Jell-O gelatin. Press publications? Send ques- offering with a dip. spoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon This is not your mother’s Directions: Peel and cube tions and/or hints to: Take the Ingredients: 1 large watermel- salt; 2 cups pureed Summer tomato soup spice cake! A nutty, the zucchini. Cook in a small Hint!, c/o Stonebridge Press, on; 7 tablespoons cornstarch; 11 squash: 3/4 cup chopped wal- fruity cake with a bright garden amount of water until tender. P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA tablespoons flour; 2 eggs whites, nuts; 1/2 cup chocolate chips flavor, topped with sweet cream Add raspberries and sugar. 01550. Or e-mail [email protected]. beaten; 3 cups vegetable oil; con- (optional). cheese frosting — is your mouth Continue cooking on low heat, Hints are entered into a draw- fectioner’s sugar Frosting Ingredients: 6 table- watering yet? stirring constantly until thick- ing for a three-course dinner for Directions: Cut the watermel- spoons unsweetened cocoa Ingredients: 1 cup brown ened. Stir in slowly, one packet two at the historic Publick House on in half and remove the pulp, powder; 1/4 cup margarine; 2 sugar, dark; 1/2 cup vegetable of Jell-O . Cook until proper con- Inn! including seeds. Cut the pulp cups confectioners’ sugar; 1/4 shortening; 2 large eggs; 3 cups sistency. Use proper canning into diamond shapes. Coat with cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla flour, all purpose; 2 teaspoons procedure to preserve, or allow extract. baking powder; 1 teaspoon bak- to cool and refrigerate. Antiques, Collectibles and Estates profile: Maureen Prokos

I’ve been invited her to join them at their and talk with one of the most fortunate antique shop. In 1976 she agreed pleasant and knowledgeable enough to to work with them in their busi- people in the antique busi- encounter ness at 40 Hamilton Street in ness. The thing that Maureen many inter- Southbridge. Her friends decid- says she enjoys most about the esting peo- ed to pursue other interests antique business is the different ple in my but Maureen continued selling people she meets. business. I antiques and opened “the Flea I am interested in hearing often meet Mart” across the street at 37 from collectors in the area who with estate Hamilton Street, which she still would like to be profiled and ntiques administra- runs today. An attorney asked share more about what they col- A , tors, attor- her to run an estate sale and lect with our readers. Contact Collectibles neys han- she also began running them me at 508-612-6111 or info@cen- dling estates, regularly. tralmassauctions.com. & Estates people down- When discussing how the We will be running an estate sizing or antique business has changed sale in Hopkinton on Saturday, moving and Maureen notes that young peo- Courtesy photo Oct. 17. We also have an online WAYNE TUISKULA collectors ple aren’t buying antique glass- auction running in Shrewsbury Maureen Prokos in her Southbridge antique shop. who want to ware and instead opt for dish- with a live preview on Oct. sell their col- washer safe products. Some of gests families and young adults in antiques buried beneath 24 and 25 and bidding ending lections. During my travels I the things that we see sell well who are starting out buy maple them. on Oct. 28. See more details at also often interact with antique at auction like antique toys and or other solid wood instead of Maureen is very active in the www.centralmassauctions.com dealers, shop owners and other Sterling silver also do well in pressed wood furniture. She community. She is involved or follow us on social media. auctioneers. One of the most her shop. She also sees people also recommends going to auc- with several civic organiza- pleasant people I’ve had the buying things to repurpose or tions and buying one good piece tions. She is a cancer survivor. Contact us at: Wayne Tuiskula opportunity to get to know is upcycle. Silverplate flatware is instead of a number of lesser Maureen is very proud of her Auctioneer/Appraiser Central Maureen Prokos. purchased to make wind chimes items. Maureen also notes that five children and six grandchil- Mass Auctions for Antique Maureen was born in New and jewelry. Garden statuary is even if your home is furnished dren. Auctions, Estate Sales and York and moved to Dudley made from some of the china with mid-century modern fur- When you visit Maureen’s Appraisal Services www.central- with her family when her that she sells with plates stacked niture, a nice piece of older shop she’ll welcome you warm- massauctions.com (508-612- 6111), father became a supervisor together and cups placed upside antique furniture can be a focal ly. The shop carries a wide [email protected]. at Cranston Print Works. Her down. point. variety of antiques, collectibles mother was involved in resto- Maureen sees the Internet One of her greatest estate and household items. ration and collecting along with being used more and more as a finds was a group of valuable, It is open every day teaching refinishing. Maureen tool for antique research. Her rare coins. She once handled except Wednesday and acquired her mother’s apprecia- husband and a son are archi- an estate with newspapers piled Sunday from 10 a.m. tion of antiques. tects so it’s no surprise that up to the ceiling throughout the to 4 p.m. Stop by and Ad Libs Maureen was a substitute she feels strongly about buying home. When she cleared the you’ll have the chance teacher when some friends sturdy older furniture. She sug- papers she found over $100,000 to see and buy antiques by June

Mark your Calendar for Reasons for listing your home for sale during the holidays Saturday, October 24th from 10-3, GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION at the former Ragsdale I find that when I speak If you are wait until spring to buy a home. to people this time of year thinking about 7. Some people may need to buy a Building, now home to CENTRAL AUTO that are thinking about sell- realtor’s listing your home before end of year for tax reasons. SALES, KYLES AUTOMOTIVE, AND ing their home, they say they report home for sale 6. Buyers that have busy schedules WOODY’S AUTO BODY. There will be want to sell but will wait till in the spring, have more time around the holidays to food, fun, and a car show! See their ad on the the spring. listed below are look for a home. FRONT page this week for details! Most of the time, the reason JAMES 11 reasons that 5. Buyers are more emotional around If you haven’t gotten your ad reservation in for waiting until the spring is you may want to the holidays and are more likely to pay BLACK yet for the 2016 Business, Community, and so they can get more money reconsider list- your price. Restaurant Guide for Spencer, Leicester & for the home, they will have ing your home 4. Houses showing better when deco- The Brookfields, there is still time to do so. more interested buyers, and for sale now. rated for the holidays. The Yellow Pages deadline has been extended lastly they don’t think anyone buys 11. If you sell now, you will have the 3. Since the inventory will increase in homes in the winter. This last one is a opportunity to buy in the spring without January, there will be less demand with to October 23, and the White Pages until common misconception. it being contingent on selling your home the larger supply and thus lowering the October 30. You can place an ad on YOUR Over the past 12 months, according to and thus getting a better price for the chances of getting the best offer. town’s white pages for a special price. Please MLS Property Information Network Inc., home you buy. 2. There is less competition around the contact me at 508-909-4062 or email june@ 120 homes were sold in Charlton. Over 10. You could list your home for sale holidays and less competition will create stonebridgepress.com for the details. This book the months of November, December, and now and delay the closing till after the more demand for your home. is our 34th, and sure to be the best one yet! January of that same time period 24 holidays. 1. People who look for homes during We also have a couple of sponsorship homes sold in Charlton. This means that 9. You will have the option to restrict the holidays are more serious buyers. opportunities coming up. On October 30th in the months around the holidays when showings around the holidays. James Black is a licensed realtor for is our 5th Annual Pet Halloween Costume we think no homes are selling, actually, 8. January is a common time for A&M Real Estate Consultants. He may be Contest that will run in all seven of our Mass 20 percent of our local inventory is turn- employees to start a new job, so if some- reached at (508) 365-3532 or by e-mail at ing over. one is relocating in January they cannot [email protected]. papers. Lots of cute pictures have already come in! Sponsor blocks are just $50 for a full color 2.4” X 2.5” spot; double blocks are available. Color spots are first come/first serve. Here’s an idea…send in a picture of your pet in costume and you can sponsor your own pet’s photo! We will have three prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Another sponsorship opportunity is the Professional Directory VETERAN’S DAY SALUTE page that we are running on November 6. The price to sponsor is the same as above…$50 for a 2.4” MASSAGE THERAPY NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING X 2.5” full color size block. Color space will be limited and is first come/first serve. Just to compare, the regular cost for this size ad in full Sa m a n t h a’s Susan M. Nelson, RD, LDN Specializing in: Nutritional Counseling color in seven papers would normally be $250! Therapeutic Massage Cardiac Health Also, if you have a family member who is a 25 Central Street Veteran that you would like us to salute, please Interested in having a Gift Certificates West Brookfield Preventative Nutrition send in a photo with name, rank/branch of military, and town from, and we’ll be happy to massage at YOUR business? Massachusetts 01585 Diabetes Education for services 508.867.3371 include them on our special page at no charge. Call 508.885.5200 make great Adult/Child All veterans deserve to be recognized on this special holiday. gifts! Most health insurances Weight Management for more information. accepted Have a great week! 125 Main St., Spencer MA 01562 ~ (508)885-5200 susannelson.vpweb.com June Simakauskas 508-909-4062 To advertise on this page, call June at 508-909-4062 email: [email protected] or email [email protected] 8 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015

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25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Telephone (800) 367-9898 Opinion and commentary from Spencer, Leicester and the Brookfields Fax (508) 764-8015 www.spencernewleader.com VIEWPOINT Frank G. Chilinski Letters to the Editor President and Publisher Avoid Adam Minor Bouvier: Reacting to school district report Managing Editor emotional To the Editor: or purchases. Nothing was purchased I am amazed and disgusted at how for personal use, as reported by Fox the situation at David Prouty High News when this story broke. The fact School is being reported. that not one member of the School investment Editorial Reporting that $70,000 could have Committee asked any questions of the been lost due to misuse of the Student investigator surprised me. And the Activity Fund is blatantly wrong. The fact that not one question from the investigator did not say the money citizens in attendance was allowed decisions The was missing. He stated the money angers me. used should not of come out of the How can you sit there Mr. Chairman, What’s Student Activity Fund. There is a big and Dr. Crowe, and not ask one ques- the biggest Financial difference. The money was not lost tion to at least make it look like you obstacle to second by the district. When something is support and believe your staff? If there Focus your abili- purchased from account A, when it is a procedure that was not followed, ty to invest should of come out of account B, that fix it. But to throw your staff under the JEFF successfully? money is not missing. bus and make it look as though they BURDICK Is it the ups verse It seems to me this whole issue are criminals is just wrong. How will and downs of comes down to a procedural thing. further pursuit of this issue make our the financial From what I heard at the meeting, it schools better? You are pushing any- markets? Political events? The fact that Nearly one year ago, methinks it is my belief that no one investigated one who was doing good in the school you weren’t born rich? Actually, the was November; this column burst maliciously did anything to defraud out, and setting a climate where no chief hurdle you face is something over forth with a rhythm to remember. the school system. Everything pur- one will want to teach in our district. which you have control: your own emo- This wordy writer grew weary of his chased would most likely have been All the while our school falls apart. tions. weekly wails; so he switched up the purchased for the school, whether the Your emotions can lead to a variety of money came out of the student activ- pace of his ‘Minor Details.’ Paul Bouvier ill-advised investment behaviors, such ity fund or any other fund. All pur- Spencer as these: With skill, struggle and skirmish — chases were made for school functions and a little bit of time; he handcrafted • Cutting losses – Declines in the his first column entirely in rhyme. financial markets can lead some inves- Some tors to try to “cut their losses” by selling The took to investments whose price has declined. the alter- Yet, when prices have dropped, it may Minor ation, Harvest Festival: More than actually be a good time to buy invest- while ments, not sell them, especially when Details others, the investments are still fundamentally they sound. ADAM just fresh air and kettle corn could • Chasing performance – In the invest- MINOR not; but ment world, the flip side of “fear” is those “greed.” Just as some investors are pro- naysay- pelled by fear of loss, others are motivat- ers could at least enjoy his handsome ed by quick, big gains. They may pursue mug shot. “hot” investments, only to be disap- The response was indeed mixed, but pointed when the sizzle quickly fizzles. encouraging still; so the door remained Instead of trying to “score” that one big cracked, to pass through at will. winner, you may be better off spreading All he needed was a reason, an your investment dollars among a range excuse or idea to churn; so he searched of vehicles – stocks, bonds, government — nay, he strained — for an excuse to securities, certificates of deposit (CDs) return. and so on. While diversification can’t Nearly a year had passed, and no guarantee a profit or protect against end was in sight; was he destined only loss, it may help reduce the impact of one rhyming column to ever write? Courtesy photo market volatility on your portfolio. Suddenly, his answer leaped into the Hang on, we’re not knocking kettle The 26th Annual Harvest Festival ignites this • Focusing on the short term – When light; as random as the rain as from corn, in fact, we love it and are very weekend on the Sturbridge Town Common. the market is down, you might get the cloud it takes flight. pleased to report “The King of Kettle somewhat upset when you view your In his travels online, in the most Corn” will be on hand serving up this monthly investment statements. But social of media; a link transported him seasonal treat to guests of this week- the Chamber of Central Mass South and any individual statement is just a snap- forthwith to Wikipedia. end’s Harvest Festival. However, you make it happen! For a limited time the shot in time; if you were to chart your Not the most trustworthy of sources, can expect many more of your favorite Chamber is offering a valuable benefits investment results over a period of 10, this is most assuredly so; but after sights, sounds, tastes and smells of the package for new businesses who join 15 or 20 years, you’d see the true picture much research, his confidence began season to abound on both days of this before the end of the year. In fact, the of how your portfolio is doing – and, to grow. much anticipated fall festival. value of these benefits exceeds the cost in all likelihood, that picture would Happening on the Sturbridge Town Now, a year later, it does seem quite of the annual base rate to join. look better than a statement or two Common and the grounds of the Publick fitting; and if I were to be honest, Become a part of the Chamber you received during a down market. In House Historic Inn, Harvest Festival straight forward and admitting… today and receive: two free ads in our any case, don’t overreact to short-term will offer an outstanding variety of spe- Crossroads e-newsletter, a free banner downturns by making hasty “buy” or It’s a perfect time of year for me to cialty foods to tickle your nose and ad on our website for a month, a free “sell” decisions. Instead, stick with a write in such a way; as last week we all tempt your taste buds. Check out the flyer in the Chamber’s monthly mail- long-term strategy that’s appropriate celebrated National Poetry Day. big top tent on Saturday as the area’s ing, and a free e-blast with your mes- for your goals, risk tolerance and time What better time to express, to voice local non-profits organizations offer sage to all of your Members. These horizon. and declare; the phrases I ponder and sensational tastes of the season. On promotional opportunities will get your • Heading to the investment “side- express them with flair? Sunday, the Chefs of the Community, business out there and bring you more lines” – Some people get so frustrated The time, dear reader, most definite- representing some of the area’s best- customers while your association with over market volatility that they throw ly is now; so forgive me as my ram- loved restaurants, take their turn in the Chamber will help you become up their hands and head to the invest- blings I hope you’ll allow. the big tent and offer special autumnal actively involved in your community ment “sidelines” until “things calm For you see, this man has always selections you are sure to savor. Among and a dynamic and progressive organi- down.” And it’s certainly true that, when been intrigued by the written word; the booths on the common, you’ll dis- zation. The Chamber is here to help you owning stocks, there are no guarantees; cover mouthwatering maple products, whether penned in a tome, or spoken build relationships that often turn into you do risk losing some, or all, of your the freshest baked goods, handmade vociferously to be heard. invaluable strategic partnerships, advo- investment. But if you jump in and out chocolates including irresistible choc- Creative constructs of choruses, or cate on your behalf at the local, state and of the market to “escape“ volatility, you olate and nut bark, as well as assorted alliterations awe-inspiring; like a moth federal level, and provide educational may take on an even bigger risk – the roasted nuts, spices, and sauces. On the opportunities through seminars, busi- to the flame I’m interestedly inquiring. risk of losing some of the growth you’ll Publick House side of the festival, you ness planning and mentoring. Come by For some I may seem too long-wind- need to reach your goals. Consider this: can satisfy your autumnal appetite with the Chamber office in Sturbridge and ed, garrulous or verbose; but vocabu- If you had invested $10,000 in a package lary is the vocation that enlivens me hotdogs and burgers hot off the grill and pick up a member package that details visit the beer tent for refreshing liba- all of the benefits of membership. Give of stocks mimicking the S&P 500 in the most. December 1979, your investment would This space is normally filled with tions throughout the festival. us a call to set up an appointment and Unique items! Harvest Festival has we can show you how membership have grown to more than $426,000 by ramblings and anecdotes; stories of December 2013. But if you had missed youth, yarns and narratives, legends some amazing selections for you among can help your specific business type. our artisan booths. Handmade quilts, just the 10 best days of the market and notes. Whether you’ve just opened or have jewelry, pottery, wreaths and Christmas during that time, your $10,000 would I speak of my loved ones, and life’s been in business for years, your invest- decorations, fleece garments, bee prod- only have grown to less than $206,000 struggles and pains; and amusing ment in Chamber membership could be ucts, hand bags, and primitive folk art the best investment you make this year. – a difference of about $220,000, accord- chronicles, all with hopes to entertain. items, all made by hand by talented Contact us today to find out more about ing to Ned Davis Research, a leading Some bring a smile, while some tears local crafts people, are just a sampling the Chamber and this limited time ben- investment research organization. The they bring; and others still are simply of what you’ll find on the Common. efits package offer. We are your local bottom line? Staying invested over the added to one’s kindling. Check out handmade items of vinyl, Chamber of Commerce and we mean long term can pay off (keep in mind, But whichever outcome you profess wood, and glass. Pick up an adorable business. though, that the S&P 500 is an unman- to play out in your household; if you’ve new outfit for your pooch, get your aged index and isn’t meant to depict an made it this far, give me one last thing face painted or try on a henna tattoo. THE CHAMBER’S MISSION actual investment. Also, as you’ve no to admit, to be bold. With so much to see, do and experience, The Chamber of Central Mass South doubt heard, past performance is not a Sincerest of thanks, I bestow upon including live bands and a magic show is the leading advocate for business, guarantee of future results). thee; for this weekly writing is import- on both days, Harvest Festival is a must promotes the success of its members, Our emotions are useful in guiding us ant to me. to get you and your family in the spirit and enhances regional prosperity through many aspects of our lives, but It’s allowed me to connect in ways I of the season! We hope to see you there! through networking, education, and when you invest, you’re better off using never knew; to the people who in this promotion. Contact us today to find your head – and not your heart. business are most important — you. NOW’S THE TIME TO JOIN YOUR out more about the benefits of joining So allow one last message, that I LOCAL CHAMBER our dynamic organization! 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Adam Minor may be reached at (508) 909-4130, or e-mail aminor@stone- bridgepress.com. www.TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­9 Apple Country Fair showcases flavors of the season

BROOKFIELD — Showcasing the work of over 70 local crafters and artists, the 37th Apple Country Fair was held on the Town Common last Saturday, Oct. 10. The event featured plenty of fall flavors for guests, including pies and of course pumpkins. Live music, raffles, and kids games were offered as well. Proceeds from various raffles and activities will benefit the Brookfield Community Club.

Kevin Flanders photos Artist Russ Buzzell, of North Brookfield, has been painting all his life. Lucy Reid, 6, of Auburn, left, and her 4-year-old sister Sophia try their Here, he displays an autumn scene. luck at a game.

Mike Dean, of Brookfield, shows off a Logan Desroches, 5, of Brookfield, takes a walk with his Halloween- few pies made by members of Brookfield The Quinn and White families, of Brookfield, enjoy a day on the themed balloon dog. Congregational Church. Common.

Roger Foss, of Spencer, spends the day with his grandchildren, Greta Dionne (5) and Leo Daniel Munera has traveled all the way from South Boston to operate a booth at the fair. Dionne (3), of Holden.

Brookfield sisters Megan Holm, 6, left, and Catelyn Holm, 5, are ready for some tasty fair From left to right, Riley Perron, 4, Alexa Perron, 9, and Gavin Perron, 6, all of Brookfield. treats.

STORY TIME! AUBURN — Auburn Mall just celebrated their sixth New Story Time experience on Oct. 6. The monthly event is held the first Tuesday of each month and includes a story, craft activities, and special in-store savings for guests. This month, Hot Topic hosted Story Time.

Courtesy photos Mackenzie Beaulac, 2, of Leicester, flips Chase Bruer, 11, of Brookfield, gets ready for ring toss, a skill that Katerina Slutsky, 2, of Auburn, played on the mats during story through a book. looks much easier than it is. time. 10 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 SPORTS David Prouty football scores late for second victory; Bartlett now 1-4

The action between the David Prouty and Bartlett football teams picks up in the first quarter.

Greg Barlow photos The David Prouty football team enjoyed an 18-13 victory over Bartlett last Friday night, Oct. 9. BY GREG BARLOW Prouty was on the due to a penalty. SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Indians’ 10. Bartlett’s The Panthers were SPENCER — The David defense made some brought back 10 yards to Prouty Regional football major stops, putting the repeat the down at the 19. team hosted Bartlett High Panthers in a fourth-and- They pushed through to on Friday night, Oct. 9, goal at the 2. There, junior the 5 at fourth-and-goal. and a pair of second half Joe Thebeau received With strong coverage, touchdowns secured the a pitch, running to the the Indians prevented the With the David Prouty and Bartlett football teams both employing a run-first wing formation Panthers’ second victory outside edge of the end touchdown pass attempt, offense, many bodies from both sides fills up the middle of the field. of the season, 18-13 over zone and getting tackled forcing a turnover on the Indians. on the goal line to score downs. “We played a good a Panthers’ touchdown. David Prouty demon- game but came up a lit- The kick went wide, strated some tough tle short,” said Bartlett making the score 7-6 with defense of their own, get- head coach Dane Bartlett on top. ting a sack on Bartlett’s Laboissonniere, whose The Indians answered following drive and team fell to 1-4. “We were right away, scoring on allowing them to travel in a tough position at the the following drive with zero yards at their own 5. end with the clock tick- two minutes before the That’s where the ing down and the ball in half. Bartlett’s Josh Panthers started their our hands. We look for- Campbell had a 40-yard comeback, scoring anoth- ward to finally playing kick return, putting er and making the score another home game next them on the Panthers’ 37. 13-12 with two minutes week.” From there, they traveled left in the third. Beer It was a chilly night, to the 3-yard line with returned the ball 15 yards with the field slick after Campbell, Lebeau and on the punt, putting his being hit by a rain storm Adams each carrying the team on the Indians’ 25. The linemen from David Prouty and Bartlett tangle in the trenches. minutes before the kick- ball for yardage. From there, David off. Again, Loggins drove Prouty drove to the 14. The Indians were off to the remaining yards to At fourth-and-1 at the 14, a good start, scoring two score the second touch- Driscoll faked a throw touchdowns in the first down for Bartlett, mak- and carried the ball into half and taking an early ing the score 13-6 after a the end zone, jumping lead. They started the failed two-point-conver- over a tackle and slam- game off with the ball, sion attempt. ming the ball over the earning a score on the The Panthers came goal line to score the game’s first drive. back strong during the second touchdown of the After Johnny Torres final drive before the night. returned the kick for half. At the 31, junior In the fourth quarter, 32 yards, Bartlett began Kyle Driscoll passed 16 David Prouty continued the game with a combi- yards to Thebeau, plac- to battle back, scoring nation of Brett Lebeau ing them in scoring ter- the final touchdown of and Cody Adams rush- ritory at the 15. Next, the game and holding the ing for 20 more. At the Jesse Torres broke David lead to secure a win. Panthers’ 29-yard line, Prouty’s rhythm, catch- Starting the drive at Lebeau connected with ing an interception for the Indians’ 23, Beer ran Tyler Davern, who made the Indians on the final for 11 to get to the 10. a 28-yard diving catch on play of the half and leav- Once again, Driscoll fin- the goal line. O’Londo ing the score at 13-6 with ished the job, taking it Loggins then pushed the the Indians on top. himself past the goal line The Bartlett football team breaks a huddle last Friday versus David Prouty. ball a yard through to the Bartlett prevented a to make the score 18-13. end zone. touchdown on the first “It was a big win Bartlett’s defense then drive to start the third for us,” said Driscoll. disallowing yards and all the pressure was on a knee to end the game prevailed in the first quar- quarter. After a couple “Everyone did their job, forcing turnovers. Bartlett. They found after the turnover, David ter. However, after shut- big drives from junior and it was a good game Then, with under a themselves in a sec- Prouty earned an 18-13 ting down David Prouty Darell Beer, David Prouty overall.” minute left in the game, ond-and-10 at the 16 situ- home victory, improving on their first drive, the was in Indians territory Driscoll had 126 rush- Bartlett rushed all the ation. to 2-3 in the process. Panthers scored a touch- on the 9-yard line. Beer ing yards total on the way to the Panthers’ 16 Then, David Prouty “We just have to keep down at the start of the took it to the end zone for night. after Torres had a major junior Evan Fritze inter- working hard at prac- second period. what seemed to be anoth- For the remainder of 16-yard drive. With 30 cepted a pass heading tice,” said Loggins. “We After eight plays that er touchdown, however, the game, both teams seconds left on the clock, for the end zone. Taking just have to pick it up.” covered 49 yards, David the officials called it off played intense defense, High School Notebook

Oct. 2 uted to Prouty’s team total were 37 Panthers’ golfer medalist honors Tantasqua improved to 9-0. Tantasqua 5, Auburn 1 — Aiden (Ryan Casault), 42 (Alex Arsenault), as his team won and qualified for Oct. 8 Cainghino scored twice, while Connor 43 (Colin Nosek), 49 (Kyle Shedden) the Central Mass. Division 2 district Tantasqua 164, Southbridge 236 Rich, Bradley Beu and Zack Lavalle and 49 (Tyler Clayfield). tournament. Also contributing to — Griffin Brooks of the Warriors’ also tallied to lift the Warriors boys’ Tantasqua 3, Leicester 1 — Prouty’s team score were Colin Nosek golf team carded the lowest score at JV soccer team to victory. Ryan Zahr Meaghan Kelley, Meghan Meserole (41), Alex Arsenault (43) and Tyler Cohasse Country Club with a 1-over and Beu split the goaltending duties and Ginger Lucas scored goals for the Clayfield (45). par 36. Tantasqua won and improved for Tantasqua. visiting Warriors girls’ soccer team, Oct. 7 to 15-2, while the Pioneers dropped Oct. 5 and keeper Kelsey Emrich made 10 Quaboag 199, Southbridge 205 — to 2-12. Tantasqua 3, Southbridge 0 — Set saves. Madison Dufries scored early Clayton Courtemanche of the Cougars Oct. 9 scores were 25-17, 25-6, 25-9 as the for the Wolverines after Kelley scored and Ryan Ethier of the Pioneers both David Prouty 3, North Brookfield Warriors’ varsity volleyball team in the second minute for Tantasqua. carded 10-over par 45’s to share med- 1 — The Indians’ JP Shiman scored swept the Pioneers. For Tantasqua, Tantasqua 6, Leicester 1 — The alist honors in a golf match played four minutes into a boys’ varsity soc- Ellie Dupre had eight aces and two Warriors boys’ JV soccer team at Quail Hollow Country Club. cer contest, but the Panthers scored kills, Samantha Gleason had four kills improved to a perfect 8-0 after dis- But Quaboag won, as their record the next three for the victory. Zac and a block, and Sabrina Bouchard patching the Wolverines. Tantasqua improved to 4-9. Southbridge dropped Ramaska tallied twice for Prouty, had three aces. goal scorers were Pat Sorensen, to 2-11. while Sage Maryyanek netted the In the JV match, the Warriors also Justin White, Ryan Zahr, Matt Sobon, Tantasqua 1, Oxford 0 — Dylan insurance to preserve a Homecoming won, 3-0. Set scores were 25-14, 25-22, Patrick Kenyon, Kyle Renaud and Cave scored for the Warriors boys’ win. 25-10. Victoria Kirkland had six aces Aiden Cainghino. Zahr, Bradley Beu varsity soccer team, Matt Via assist- Oct. 10 and three kills, Alison Senecal had six and Connor Rich all played in net for ed, and Tantasqua improved to 10-1 St. Peter-Marian 34, Tantasqua 25 — aces, and Emily Reyes had three aces the Warriors. following the win. Jesse Guillette fin- The Warriors’ football team had a pair and a kill. Oct. 6 ished with three saves in earning the of first half leads, but they couldn’t Tantasqua 160, Quaboag 203 — The Tantasqua 279, Boston College High shutout. maintain it as they lost their first Warriors’ Joshua Berthiaume shot 281 — In a golf match that was deter- Tantasqua 6, Shepherd Hill 1 — game of the year to the Guardians, a 1-over par 37 at Hemlock Ridge to mined by a tiebreaker at Hemlock Tyler Rodrigues, Justin White, dropping to 4-1. Quarterback Jordan lift the Tantasqua golf team to vic- Ridge, the Warriors edged BC High. Jackson Hall, Logan McCarthy, Ryan Choquette was 8 of 19 passing for 171 tory. The Warriors are now 13-2, the Tantasqua’s Griffin Brooks and Zahr and a penalty kick strike by yards and a pair of touchdowns, both Cougars 3-9. Boston College’s Dan Whelan shared Patrick Sorensen accounted for the going to JJ Howland (5 catches, 142 Leicester 163, David Prouty medalist honors by carding 1-over par Warriors’ goals in a boys’ JV soccer yards). Tailback Matt Bressette had 171 — Reece McLeod’s 36 lifted the 37’s. The Warriors improved to 14-2. win over the Rams. Zahr, Bradley 18 carries for 139 yards and a score. Wolverines’ golf team to victory over David Prouty 166, Bartlett 178 Beu and Kyle Renaud split goalten- the Panthers. The scores that contrib- — Ryan Casault’s 37 earned the ding duties for the shutout, while Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­11 SPORTS Shutout week for Tantasqua boys’ soccer includes 1-0, 1-0, 7-0 victories

earned a literal clean sheet. The Warriors’ offense wasn’t too shabby versus the Phoenix, either. Ben Rickson led the charge with three goals, while Evan Cleveland, Pelicane, Eric Rousseau and Luke Gerrish also tallied. In all, Tantasqua scored on 47 percent (7 of 15) of its shots on target. “I did not expect 7-nil because when we played Renaissance a couple years ago they beat us 1-0 and they dominated us at their place, so I did not know what to expect,” Guertin said. “Putting seven [goals in] kind of regenerates us a little bit going into next week.” Two of Rickson’s goals were things of beauty, and both came off the passing foot of Matt Via of Tantasqua chases down a loose ball ahead of his counterpart Via. They were both one-tim- from Renaissance. Nick Ethier photos ers off a cross (first goal) and Tantasqua’s Cullen McCarthy kicks the ball out of his team’s defensive a free kick (second). end versus Renaissance. Now with a postseason slot BY NICK ETHIER scoreless week after getting secured and the defensive SPORTS STAFF WRITER past the Phoenix. “We want unit playing at such a high STURBRIDGE — It was to build out of the back and by level, Guertin reflected on the quite a week for the Tantasqua having our defense be able to springtime when he told his Regional boys’ varsity soccer possess the ball and move it, players to be prepared for the team, as they started it by it makes everything else up upcoming soccer season. clinching a spot in the upcom- front work.” “I’ll go back to spring when ing Central Mass. Division The defense includes we had our first meeting and 1 district tournament with starters Matt Via, Cullen I looked at my seniors and a 1-0 victory over Leicester McCarthy, Dom Zollo and said, ‘It’s up to you guys to get High. The middle game pro- Henry Valcour, and Victor this thing rolling right now,’” vided another 1-0 final, this Zanardi and Spencer Curbelo he began. “I knew this could one over Oxford High, and are there to spell any of the be something special just by the Warriors capped the aforementioned whenever looking at those guys and it’s week with a thrashing of the they need to take a breather. starting to pay off, but we Renaissance School on Oct. 9 “Defense wins champion- have a long, tough road ahead at the Reservation, 7-0. ships, and that’s what we’re of us.” Tantasqua won by an aggre- trying to do here,” Guertin The Warriors’ final six oppo- gate total of 9-0, and their added. nents include Northbridge three-win week boosted the The backbone of the High (home, Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m.), Warriors’ record to a tremen- defense, the goalkeeper posi- Bartlett High (home, Oct. 19, dous 11-1 with a third of the tion, included the play of Jesse 3:30 p.m.), Quaboag Regional regular season to go. Guillette in the first half and (away, Oct. 21, 5:15 p.m.), “We work on our defense Colton Pelicane in second half Leicester High (home, Oct. 24, 7 p.m.), Southbridge High all the time in practice,” action versus Renaissance The Tantasqua defensive wall of, from left, Dom Zollo, Cullen McCarthy Tantasqua head coach (5-6-1), but neither had to (away, Oct. 26, 5:15 p.m.) and and Dylan Cave watches a Renaissance free kick opportunity. Matthew Guertin said of the make an official save as they David Prouty Regional (away, Oct. 28, 7 p.m.). Warriors’ offense wears down Oxford girls’ soccer in 7-0 triumph Tantasqua district bound in Central Mass. Division 1 tourney

BY NICK ETHIER through to Ginger Lucas, Hannah Sorensen made it a SPORTS STAFF WRITER whose shot went through 5-0 and then 6-0 lead with goals STURBRIDGE — Five differ- Stiegel and into the net. in the 59th and 62nd minutes, ent players scored and seven Tantasqua held a 3-0 half- respectively. Kelley and Lily registered a point in a spread- time lead when Mckensie Lucas picked up the assists. the-wealth offensive attack as Avanesian’s free kick was Befford tallied the game’s the Tantasqua Regional girls’ saved, but the ball pin-balled final goal in the 70th minute, varsity soccer team took a 7-0 to the foot of Meserole, who with Ginger Lucas assisting. decision from Oxford High deposited her shot into the left- With nine wins in the first 12 last Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the hand corner. contests of 2015, Tantasqua had Reservation. “The team is just that, it’s the Columbus Day Weekend off In the process the Warriors, united. They’re together,” to rest up for the stretch run. who improved to 9-2-1, are post- Rickson said of each player “I’m giving them the long season-bound in the upcoming performing well at their par- weekend,” Rickson said before Central Mass. Division 1 dis- ticular position for the better- changing his words. “They trict tournament. ment of the squad. “They all earned the long weekend. They “Now we’re district bound, have roles to do, but they’re not earned everything they do.” I’m kind of psyched,” explained afraid to work for each other. Tantasqua head coach Matthew That’s the difference Rickson. “This is my third year we have this year as here and this is the first time opposed to the past.” we’ve qualified in 12 games.” One of those play- In Rickson’s first year at the ers who fulfilled her Nick Ethier photos helm, the Warriors qualified position to the full- Tantasqua’s Meghan Meserole holds off Oxford’s Rachel Bonney while in their final regular season est is keeper Kelsey ATHLETE possessing the ball. contest. Last fall, Tantasqua Emrich. She made of reached with a couple of games five saves versus the to spare before playing much Oxford, but two were WEEK better in 2015. of the spectacular Rickson appreciated his variety to keep the team’s approach in the offen- Pirates off the score- sive end versus the Pirates board. (2-7). “Kelsey had to come Kyle Driscoll “They moved the ball well up big,” Rickson said. The David Prouty junior scored and they played as a total “Kelsey earned the a pair of second half rushing touch- team,” he said. “There was clean sheet today.” downs to lead the Panthers’ football no, ‘I’m an individual person, Tantasqua upped team to an 18-13, come-from-behind I’m going to do this.’ They just its advantage to 4-0 victory over Bartlett last Friday played their game. That’s what just three minutes night, Oct. 9. Driscoll rushed for we have to do no matter who into second half 126 yards for David Prouty, which we play against.” action when Abby improved to 2-3. After many minutes of Befford’s pass hit intense pressure against Meaghan Kelley’s foot Oxford — which included two in stride. From there, balls clanging off the crossbar Kelley bombed a shot Athlete of the Week is sponsored by: — Tantasqua scored its first into the upper portion goal in the 17th minute. Lily of the goal. Lucas fed a pass to Meghan “Meaghan Kelley Meserole, who, with her back has a shot like a turned to the Pirates’ net, made young man,” Rickson a spin move to get into position. said as a compliment. From there, Meserole’s shot “Once the goalie fig- got past Oxford keeper Felicity ures out how hard Stiegel (24 saves) to make it 1-0. you’re shooting, the Meserole nearly scored her second or third time AUTO • HOME second of the contest a little you shoot they’re BUSINESS • LIFE bit later, but her blast hit the going to flinch.” crossbar. Although Lily Tel: 508-885-6545 Then, in the 30th minute, Lucas doinked the Lauren Blakeley of Tantasqua looks up the field to find an open teammate the Warriors made it 2-0 when team’s fourth shot off to pass to while the ball finds her foot. Camie Hall sent a long pass the crossbar moments later, teammate 12 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 and headquarters Improving the world around you

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second left on the clock. The drive was highlight- ed by a 21-yard hookup between Hogan (12 of 18, 162 yards, touchdown, 2 interceptions) and Evan Paquette (4 receptions, 84 yards), and a 41-yard- er between Hogan and Dante Ortiz (2 receptions, 34 yards). Hogan (7 rush- es, 24 yards) then ran it in from a yard out then hit Cameron Koss in the far corner of the end zone for a two-point conversion, making it a 42-8 game at the half. Following a quick and quiet third period, the Cougars had one more chance to get points on the board — and they wouldn’t let the chance slip by. Quaboag would put together their best and longest drive of the Running back Junior Fabian of Quaboag fights for more yard- game, covering 90 yards age with a Blackstone Valley Tech tackler on his hip. over 11 plays. The drive culminat- ed with Hogan finding Jon Gouin photos Running back Trevelyn Geer of Quaboag BY JON GOUIN ing first quarter saw SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Junior Fabian (3 recep- Quaboag quarterback Jon Hogan fires a pass takes a handoff in the second quarter against Valley Tech open up a tions, 33 yards) on a Blackstone Valley Tech. UPTON — The 28-0 advantage, the shell- downfield during a 42-14 loss at Blackstone 14-yard touchdown pass Valley Tech last Saturday, Oct. 10. Quaboag Regional var- shocked Cougars looked that made it 42-14. The sity football team took for answers, but found two-point run then failed, on Blackstone Valley few. The score read 42-0 and that would conclude Tech on the Beavers’ as the first half had near- the scoring in this one. Homecoming Saturday, ly come to a close before Now at 0-5 overall Oct. 10. Despite a solid the visitors got on the (0-4 Colonial League), effort, quarterback Jon scoreboard. the Cougars will next Hogan and the Cougars There, Quaboag put square off at home with fell to 0-5 on the year, tak- together a last-minute another Colonial League ing a 42-14 loss home with drive of four plays and foe, Assabet (2-3, 1-2) on them. 69 yards to get into the Friday night, Oct. 16 at After a disappoint- end zone with less than a 7 p.m.

Quaboag co-captain Tyler Wade returns a Blackstone Valley Tech kickoff for a nice gain.

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Quaboag’s Jon Hogan lofts a pass downfield to Evan Paquette in the fourth quarter at Blackstone Valley Tech. SPORTS BRIEFS

Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., South County Storm to Sunday, Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. and The 2016 Spencer, Leicester & The Brookfields Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. hold a Pitching and Hitting The fee is $50. For any questions, Community & Restaurant Guide is looking for some Clinic please contact Bob at (508) 892-9592. GREAT photos that represent our beautiful towns. If you’d like to share your pics and possibly get them The South County Storm Pitching Quail Hollow Golf Results and Hitting Clinic opened on Oct. 11 published in the 2016 Directory, please email a high and will run through March 20, 2016, Pit’s Crew with over 20 weeks of lessons. One First place with a score of -8: Jim resolution jpg to me at [email protected] and must bring a catcher. The clinic will Wetherill, Ron Olson, Jeff Nykiel please put 2016 DIRECTORY PHOTO in the subject line, be held at the Southbridge Armory, and Rick Lavergne located on 152 Chestnut Street. The Second place with a score of -6: Jim and a description of where the photo was taken and your clinic will be held Sunday mornings Kularski, Harold Foley, Nick Neal from 8:30 to 11 a.m., with 60-min- and Bob Earle name and telephone number for verification in the body ute sessions. The clinic is for ages Third place with a score of -5: 7 and up, with times of 8:30, 9:20 Bill Herrick, Mert Kenniston, Dick of the email. I am looking for photos taking during all or 9:50 available. Call or email for Ulman and Ernie Messier clinic cost, and catchers come free. Thanks to all who played through- four seasons, of scenery, landmarks, pets and people There is a team special available out the league season. for three or more pitchers from the that make our towns great! same league register. Please reserve early by email or phone call to coach Leicester Parks and Rec to Bill Rahall at (860) 576-3440 or email hold basketball signups at This is not a contest, we cannot compensate you for [email protected]. Town Hall your photos, but if we publish your photo, you will be given credit for taking the picture and forever be in the Leicester Parks and Rec to The Leicester Parks and Rec will hold basketball signups for boys and hold basketball signups at girls in grades 3-8 at the Town Hall. archives of our directories! The dates are as follows: Saturday, Town Hall Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., All photos will need to be verified by phone with permission to publish Sunday, Oct. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. and by email. Please contact me if you have any questions. Thank you. The Leicester Parks and Rec will Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. hold basketball signups for boys and The fee is $50. For any questions, June Simakauskas girls in grades 3-8 at the Town Hall. please contact Bob at (508) 892-9592. The dates are as follows: Saturday, p: 508-909-4062 e: [email protected] 14 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 School Menus

SPENCER-EAST LEICESTER HIGH roll with butter Pat, oven roast- Wednesday, Oct. 21: Cheese ble soup or egg salad wrap or BROOKFIELD SCHOOLS ed carrots, pear cup, apple- and chicken quesadilla, or yogurt parfait. Monday, Oct. 19: Asian sauce cup. nacho with cheese, meat top- chicken, fried brown rice, Friday, Oct. 23: Assorted ping, salad with dressing. BAY PATH BREAKFAST oven-roasted carrots, peas, pizza choices, Romaine tossed Thursday, Oct. 22: Teriyaki Grades K-9 and 9-12 mixed fruit cup. salad, assorted dressing, potato dippers or chicken nuggets, BREAKFAST Tuesday, Oct. 20: Meatball tots, ketchup, fruit cups, pud- warm rolls, French fries, fruit/ Monday, Oct. 19: Assorted sub on whole-grain roll, ding cup. veg/milk. Monday, Oct. 19: Pancakes cereal or bagel with cream Romaine salad, assorted dress- Friday, Oct. 23: Tuna sub or with mixed berries, 4 oz. cheese or scone or muffin or ings, oven French fries, pud- LEICESTER MEMORIAL school made pizza, hash brown, yogurt, 4 oz. fruit juice, fruit fruit and yogurt parfait, fruit/ ding, fresh fruit choice. SCHOOL fruit/veg/milk. variety. juice/milk. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Assorted Tuesday, Oct. 20: Sausage, Tuesday, Oct. 20: Assorted deli sandwiches, lettuce and NORTH BROOKFIELD egg and cheese on an English cereal or scrambled egg meal tomato, macaroni salad, baked Monday, Oct. 19: Breakfast ELEMENTARY SCHOOL for lunch – French toast sticks, muffin, 4 oz. yogurt, 4 oz. fruit or oatmeal cup or mini bagels beans, pickles slices, assorted juice, fruit variety. or muffin, fruit/juice, milk. fruit cup, peaches. hash-browns, sausage, carrots Monday, Oct. 19: and dip, applesauce cups, fresh Cheeseburger, pickles or chick- Wednesday, Oct. 21: Wednesday, Oct. 21: Assorted Thursday, Oct. 22: Spaghetti Scrambled eggs, bacon, whole- cereal or fruit smoothie (Knox) with meat sauce, shredded fruit option. en patty, pasta with herbs, Tuesday, Oct. 20: Hot dog in a fruit/veg/milk wheat toast, 4 oz. fruit juice, or French toast sticks or muf- cheese, whole-grain garlic fruit variety. fin, fruit/juice, milk. bread, oven roasted green whole-grain bun, condiments, Tuesday, Oct. 20: Cheese and oven French fries, baked beans, chicken quesadilla or hot dog/ Thursday, Oct. 22: Thursday, Oct. 22: Assorted beans, assorted fruit choice. Homemade coffee cake, 4 oz. cereal or bacon/egg/cheese Friday, Oct. 23: Assorted fresh fruit, fruit cups. chips, fruit/veg/milk. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Taco Wednesday, Oct. 21: Bagels/ yogurt, 4 oz. fruit juice, fruit wrap or mini pancakes or muf- pizza choices, Romaine salad, variety. fin, fruit/juice, milk. assorted dressings, corn, apple- with crunchy taco shells, cheese sticks or nacho and shredded lettuce and tomato, cheese , meat topping, cukes Friday, Oct. 23: Ham, egg Friday, Oct. 23: Assorted sauce cup, fresh fruit. and cheese on a croissant, 4 oz. cereal or bagel with cream shredded cheese, corn, assort- with ranch dressing, beans. LEICESTER MIDDLE ed fruit cups, fresh fruit. Thursday, Oct. 22: Toasted yogurt, 4 oz. fruit juice, fruit cheese or breakfast bar or muf- variety. fin, fruit/juice, milk. SCHOOL Thursday, Oct. 22: Chicken cheese or chicken nuggets, roll, broccoli Alfredo, whole-gain French fries, fruit/veg/milk. roll with butter pat, oven roast- Friday, Oct. 23: Teriyaki LUNCH LUNCH Monday, Oct. 19: Asian Grades K-8 ed carrots, pear cup, apple- dippers or assorted pizza, bag chicken, fried brown rice, sauce cup. of carrots, pasta with herbs, Monday, Oct. 19: Loaded oven-roasted carrots, peas, Friday, Oct. 23: Assorted fruit/milk. baked potatoes- baked potato Monday, Oct. 19: Fried rice, mixed fruit cup. topped with chili and cheese, orange chicken, broccoli, for- pizza choices, Romaine tossed Tuesday, Oct. 20: Meatball salad, assorted dressing, potato BROOKFIELD corn bread, steamed broccoli, tune cookie. sub on whole-grain roll, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL fruit variety. Tuesday, Oct. 20: Early tots, ketchup, fruit cups, pud- Romaine salad, assorted dress- ding cup. Tuesday, Oct. 20: Buffalo Release Lunch – PB&J or ings, oven French fries, pud- chicken tenders – whole-wheat lunchable, carrot sticks, pret- ding, fresh fruit choice. TANTASQUA REGIONAL BREAKFAST dinner roll, baked French fries, zels, apple, bottled water. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Assorted JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Garbanzo bean salad, fruit Wednesday, Oct. 21: Lucky deli sandwiches, lettuce and Monday, Oct. 19: Muffins variety. ray Day – Italian meatball sub, tomato, macaroni salad, baked or bagels served with cream Wednesday, Oct. 21: Chicken green beans, brownie. beans, pickle slices, assorted Monday, Oct. 19: Chicken cheese. Parmesan – Pasta with mari- Thursday, Oct. 22: Bacon and fruit cup, peaches. taco boat, lettuce, tomato, Tuesday, Oct. 20: French nara sauce, green beans, fruit cheese egg wrap or pancakes, Thursday, Oct. 22: Spaghetti cheese and salsa, rice and toast sticks served with sau- variety. sausage links, tots, maple with meat sauce, shredded beans, black bean salad, chilled sage. Thursday, Oct. 22: Brunch syrup cup. cheese, whole-grain garlic mixed fruit, milk. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Sausage for Lunch – French toast with Friday, Oct. 23: Baked chick- bread, oven roasted green Tuesday, Oct. 20: Hot turkey egg and cheese sandwich. strawberries, hash brown en, homemade roll, fresh tossed beans, assorted fruit choice. sandwich, whipped sweet pota- Thursday, Oct. 22: Pancakes patty, sausage links. salad, mashed red skin potato, Friday, Oct. 23: Northeast toes, peas and carrots, chilled served with bacon. Friday, Oct. 23: Cheeseburger roasted sweet potato, corn and pizza, cheese and pepperoni, pears, milk. Friday, Oct. 23: Muffins - beef burger topped with bean salad, breezeland apple. Romaine salad, assorted dress- Wednesday, Oct. 21: or bagels served with cream cheese on whole-wheat bun, ings, potato tots, assorted fruit Breakfast for Lunch - Pancakes, cheese. baked tater tots, tomato salad, LUNCH choices. syrup, sausage patty, hash fruit variety. Grades 9-12 brown potato, fresh fruit, milk. LUNCH LEICESTER PRIMARY Thursday, Oct. 22: Blazing TRI-VALLEY, INC. Monday, Oct. 19: Fried rice, SCHOOL chicken fillet sandwich, potato Monday, Oct. 19: French toast Monday, Oct. 19: Roast pork orange chicken, green beans, puffs, carrot sticks with dip, sticks, sausage, hash brown with gravy, mashed potatoes, pineapple, fortune cookie. chilled applesauce, milk. patty or sun butter and jelly jardinière vegetables, apple- Tuesday, Oct. 20: Early Monday, Oct. 19: Breakfast Friday, Oct. 23: Build a burg- sandwich or yogurt parfait. sauce. release lunch – deli wrap, car- for lunch – French toast sticks, er: hamburger or cheeseburg- Tuesday, Oct. 20: Assorted Tuesday, Oct. 20: Shepherd’s rot sticks, pretzels, apple, bot- hash-browns, sausage, carrots er, you pick the toppings, pasta pizza, seasoned corn, oatmeal pie, peas, carrots, Mandarin tled water. and dip, applesauce cups, fresh salad, Waldorf fruit salad, cookie, or toasted cheese sand- oranges. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Tacos, fruit option. chilled pineapple, milk. wich or chef’s salad. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Hot dog, Spanish rice, refried beans, Tuesday, Oct. 20: Hot dog in a Wednesday, Oct. 21: Baked baked beans, coleslaw, fresh corn bread. whole-grain bun, condiments, NORTH BROOKFIELD macaroni and cheese, garlic fruit. Thursday, Oct. 22: Chili oven French fries, baked beans, HIGH bread, mixed green and bean Thursday, Oct. 22: Chicken cheese fries, sour cream and fresh fruit, fruit cups. salad or American chop suey cacciatore, penne pasta, Italian salsa, broccoli. Wednesday, Oct. 21: Taco or yogurt parfait. Monday, Oct. 19: BBQ rib blend vegetables, birthday Friday, Oct. 23: Turkey roast with crunchy taco shells, Thursday, Oct. 22: Whole or chicken patty, hash brown, cake, diet=plain cake. dinner, homemade roll, fresh shredded lettuce and tomato, grain chicken nuggets/dipping fruit/veg/milk. Friday, Oct. 23: Pot crunch tossed salad, mashed potato, shredded cheese, corn, assort- sauce, mixed vegetables, or Tuesday, Oct. 20: Chicken fish/tar sauce, lemon seasoned sweet potato, breezeland apple. ed fruit cups, fresh fruit. cheese pizza or chef’s salad. fajita wrap or hot dog on a roll, potato, peas and carrots, cook- Thursday, Oct. 22: Chicken Friday, Oct. 23: Chicken rice pilaf, chocolate cake. ie, sop: chicken noodle. broccoli Alfredo, whole-grain fajitas, seasoned rice, vegeta- Town Meeting to decide fate of library renovation project

have been unable to accommodate an have had a role in fundraising or plan- 2011 announcing a $2 million pledge by LIBRARY increased number of guests. ning ever since. In 2011, the renovation an anonymous donor. Members of the continued from page 1 Parking at the library is limited to effort received a major boost with a $4.2 community have remained supportive to the building. only eleven vehicles, and finding a safe million Massachusetts Board of Library throughout the process with donations “We are excited about the renovation place to park during peak hours of activ- Commissioners (MBLC) construction large and small. and expansion plans,” Library Director ity is a constant challenge. In addition grant. Leicester was initially placed Most recently, ClearCom IT Suzanne Hall said in a previous inter- to parking concerns, the renovation 17th on a list of recipients for that grant Solutions, of Leicester, donated $1,000 to view. “We are very aware of the need would also address young adult space, cycle, and now, still in the same grant the Leicester Library Renovation Fund. to make our library accessible to every quiet study space, energy efficiency, cycle four years later, the town received Additionally, students in Leicester’s resident. This is a key aspect of the ren- and staff workspace, among others. notification of the award earlier this schools have raised over $4,000, while ovations.” The project involves both the renova- year. several residents and businesses have In the last 10 years, the library’s cir- tion of existing space and the expansion Shortly after the MBLC announce- gotten involved as well. culation has increased by 40 percent of the building to double its square ment in 2011, a capital campaign was The Special Town Meeting will take while its internet sessions have grown footage. Once complete, the library will started by volunteers working with place on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. at by over 200 percent. Over half of all res- be fully handicap accessible and also local businesses, schools and res- the Town Hall gym. idents hold library cards, while an even feature significantly improved infra- idents to raise Leicester’s remaining greater number of individuals use elec- structure. portion of the project. The library’s Kevin Flanders can be reached at tronic resources. However, as interest Library renovation efforts began Capital Campaign Committee Chair, 508-909-4140, or by e-mail at kflanders@ has grown, the building and property back in 2004, and countless individuals Ernestine Cherry, received a letter in stonebridgepress.com. Apple Festival ‘a fun event Madden: ‘I really enjoy being here’ for kids and families’ MADDEN continued from page 1

ities and fun. gifts. APPLE FEST “There are many people who help us “This is wonderful. I appreciate this continued from page 1 prepare and run the event. There are so much,” Madden said of the flag always a lot of parents, and it’s also a and proclamation before showing her guests an album of photos and per- anyone eager to support the schools. great chance for high school kids to sonalized notes she received for her “We have a lot of great people who get their community service hours in,” 100th birthday. “It is always great to enjoy being able to help,” added said Boisvert, who noted that atten- see friends and family. I’m working on Boisvert, who has three kids who attend dance is typically very consistent and 102 now.” again, and Berthiaume is always excit- different schools in the district. “It’s strong at the event. “This is always a Madden fondly recalls her years liv- ed to take part in the parade himself wonderful to meet new people with a fun event for kids and families. No one ing and working in Spencer. And with and possibly transport Madden in his common interest.” ever goes hungry.” each little gift or keepsake she receives, truck (assuming she doesn’t have some The Apple Festival is one of the club’s It means a lot to club members that she is able to return for a moment to creative new ideas for 2016). largest fundraisers of the year. Funds all money from the event goes right a particular time and place. The flag “I hope it will be a great day, not too generated throughout the year will be back into the schools, but it wouldn’t be from Lake Street School, for example, cold and windy,” Madden said. used for a variety of purposes, includ- possible without strong support from reminds her of nearly twenty years Madden is also thrilled to hear about ing field trips, extracurricular pro- local sponsors. spent there as principal. She previously plans for a town-wide yard sale in gram supplies, equipment purchases, Platinum sponsors for the event are served for many years as an educator in Spencer. As up-to-date on town affairs and scholarships. The club hopes to Giguere’s Gymnastics and Joe Dolen other area schools, impacting countless as she was many decades ago, she is award at least five $500 scholarships Photography. Gold sponsors include students and colleagues. looking to gather more information on each spring to graduating LHS seniors, Cooper’s Hilltop Dairy Farm, L.B. “It had so many great programs and the yard sale project and offer her input but it needs your support to accomplish Wheaton’s, Spellane Auto, Country teachers,” Madden said of Lake Street on the preparation process. its goal. Bank for Savings, Electrical Wholesalers School. “It was a joy to go to school In her spare time, Madden reads and Boisvert wished to thank all of the and Spencer Savings Bank. Silver spon- every day.” often gathers new additions to her many sponsors for the Apple Festival, as well sors are McKenna Insurance, Hillcrest But while there are plenty of old mem- intriguing collections, among them as the many volunteers who help pre- Country Club, Morrison-Morin Funeral ories for Madden to savor, she is eager ornate clocks. She has never thought pare the high school each year for the Home and Price Chopper. to make several new ones in the coming of calling anywhere but Spencer home. event. This year’s festival will include months. For the third straight year, “I really enjoy being here,” she said. craft tables and local vendors, and res- Kevin Flanders can be reached at she will serve as grand marshal during idents are invited to bring the whole 508-909-4140, or by e-mail at kflanders@ the town’s annual Parade of Lights in Kevin Flanders can be reached at family down for a fall day of food, activ- stonebridgepress.com. December. She is looking forward to 508-909-4140, or by e-mail at kflanders@ the opportunity to lead the festivities stonebridgepress.com. Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­15

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• Free Tai Chi Classes, Wednesdays LEICESTER SENIOR NORTH BROOKFIELD WEST BROOKFIELD at 11 a.m., Spencer Senior Center, 155 Mechanic St. (inside Fish & Game). CENTER SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER • Pitch at the Spencer Senior Center — Mondays, 12:30 p.m. The Leicester Senior Center, 40 The North Brookfield Senior Center The following is a schedule of events Winslow Ave., Leicester, is open is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through at the West Brookfield Senior Center: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. Thursday. Tri-Valley meals are served • Mondays: 9 a.m., Walking Group; to 2 p.m. Lunch is served at noontime, on Mondays and Thursdays (suggested 11:30 a.m., Lunch; 1:30 p.m., Yoga (drop BROOKFIELD COUNCIL Monday through Friday for a nominal donation is $3). The Center cooks home- in, $5). ON AGING meal donation of $2.50. Reservations made meals in their own kitchen on • Tuesday: 9:30 a.m., Wii; 11:30 a.m., must be made 48 hours in advance by Tuesdays and Wednesdays (suggested Lunch; 12:30 p.m., Busy Bees knit and • Tai Chi: Classes meet every Tuesday calling Elder Services of Worcester donation of $3). Reservations needed crochet. at 8:30 a.m. in the Brookfield Town Hall. Area at 508-852-3205. at least a day in advance. Call (508) • Wednesday: 9 a.m., Walking • Foot Clinic: The foot clinic will In addition to many “Special Events,” 867-0220. In addition to on-going events, Group; 10 a.m., Veteran Agent Office be held on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at the the senior center also offers many activ- the senior center offers special events Hours; 10 a.m., Blood Pressure (sec- Brookfield Town Hall with Dr. Quigley. ities that are repeated each week and and activities. Check our newsletter for ond Wednesday of month); 11:30 a.m., To participate, please call Rikki are open to all. details. Lunch; 12:30 p.m., Pitch. LaMonda at 508-867-4578 to make an • Mondays — 10 a.m., Zumba Gold; 11 Our newsletter “The North Brookfield • Thursday: 8:30 a.m., Tai Chi; 11:30 appointment. Leave a message so she a.m., Yoga Senior Connection,” is available free of a.m., Lunch; 1 p.m., Genealogy (2nd can get back to you. • Tuesdays — 11:30 a.m., Golden charge at the North Brookfield Senior Thursday). • Medi Car: Call the West Brookfield Needles; 1 p.m., Exercise Club; 6:30 p.m., Center, the North Brookfield Savings • Friday: 9 a.m., Walking Group; Senior Center at 508-867-1407 if you need Fiber Group Bank, Christ Memorial Church, First 10 a.m., Coffee Hour (third Friday of transportation to a doctor’s appoint- • Wednesdays — 1 p.m., Balance Congregational Church, St. Joseph’s month); 11:30 a.m., Lunch; 12:45 p.m., ment. The Medi Car will also bring you • Thursdays — 10 a.m., Cribbage; 11 Church, Hannaford’s Supermarket, Duplicate Bridge. home. a.m., Yoga The Haston Free Pubic Library, the • Use of Laptop at Library: The COA • Fridays — 9 a.m., Zumba Gold; 10:30 town offices at 215 Main St., Herard has purchased a laptop that is available a.m., Tai Chi; 1 p.m., Chair Yoga by Lanes Community Room and Hillside SPENCER SENIOR for use by Senior citizens at the Merrick Jessica Meadows Community Room and can Public Library anytime during the • Saturdays — 7 p.m., Pitch Party also be mailed free to your home by CENTER library’s regular open hours. Tutoring calling the senior center. is available, too. • Tuesday, Oct. 20 – starting 9 a.m. • Underground Railroad Quilt The Spencer Council on Aging activ- • Brookfield Food Pantry: Open Hearing Tests by Lakos Hearing Drawing to support the North Brookfield ities at the Spencer Senior Center. The Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9:30 to Services. Please call the Leicester lunch program. Tickets can be pur- senior center is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 11 a.m. in the basement of St. Mary’s Senior Center to schedule an appoint- chased at the North Brookfield Senior Monday through Thursday. Free Blood Church located at the rear of the build- ment. Center, Monday through Thursday, $5 Pressure Clinic on the Last Thursday of ing off Howard St. The library is a drop • Tuesday, Oct. 20 –10 to 11 a.m. Blood for one, $10 for three. Date of draw- the month at 11:30 a.m. off point for donations to the Brookfield Pressure check sponsored by The ing to be announced. Sponsored by the Free wellness clinic on the second Food Pantry. Meadows. Friends of the North Brookfield Council Thursday of the month for Spencer res- • Library Delivery Services: available on Aging. ident’s only on Fridays (Friends of the Library). Call • Monday: 9:30 a.m. Cribbage – Cost: 508-867-6339. UPCOMING TRIPS $1. Bakery ONGOING ACTIVITIES • Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Yoga Class (free), Call Joan Wall at 508-892-3967 for more 10:30 a.m., Exercise Class (free), 1 p.m., EAST BROOKFIELD information and reservation. Doors open, Coffee’s On at 9 a.m. Bingo. • The Tropicana in Atlantic City on Pitch and cribbage all day until closing. • Wednesday: 10 a.m., Computer The East Brookfield Senior Center is Nov. 9-11 (Monday – Wednesday). Two Pool and puzzle tables, always open. Instruction by appointment; 11 a.m., having a lunch and Bingo day on the dinner buffets, Casino show and $30. • Monday: Line Dancing with J.P. Tai Chi (Free!); 12:30 p.m., Line Dancing fourth Thursday of each month. Lunch Slot Bonus. Cost is $199. (new), 9:30 a.m.; Bingo, 1 p.m. • Thursday: 9:30 a.m., Yoga Class is a home cooked meal, dessert and • Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” • Tuesday: Hannaford bread distribu- (free); 10:30 a.m., Exercise Class (free); coffee. The cost is $4. Please call Judy at the Providence performing arts cen- tion, 9:10 a.m.; Blood Pressure Clinic, 11:30 a.m., Lunch club; 1 p.m., Bingo Shute at 508-867-9224 at least two days ter for a 7 p.m. show. Leave at 4:30 p.m. 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Swing into Shape (exer- • Birthday celebrations sponsored by before to make your reservation. They for White’s Chicken Farm for dinner, cise), 10 a.m. Quaboag on the Common on the second also meet the first and third Thursday Thursday, Dec. 10. Cost is $99. • Wednesday: Coffee Club, 9:15 a.m.; Tuesday of the month. of each month with meal provided by • Jan. 15, 2016: Foxwoods. Cost $24. Queen’s Knitting Group, 9:45 a.m.; • Wellness Clinic on the second Tri-Valley, cost of meal is $3. Raffle and • Feb. 12, 2016: Foxwoods. Cost $24. Wednesday Multi-Media, 1 p.m. Thursday of the month. bingo follow. • March 11, 2016: Foxwoods. Cost $24. • Thursday: Swing into Shape, 1 p.m. • B/P Clinic sponsored by overlook VNA on the last Thursday of the month. Parker releases ATTENTION latest book Community Leaders for signed copies. Please check for area book signings, and feel free to add com- & Amateur Photographers... ments on books at Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Parker’s website, www.timpa- rker.tateauthor.com. Missing in Switzerland plot summary: We are looking for photos and information Peter Pickering was a British business- man recruited by the CIA to help stop regarding each town for the 2016 Guide. the drain of U.S. technology for weapons use by rogue nations and terrorists. To submit information to be considered for When he disappeared in Switzerland, his French wife Monique hired a detec- inclusion in the 2016 Guide (non-businesses), i.e. tive to find him. Peter turned up with amnesia as a John Doe left for dead in info regarding senior centers, Veterans’ services, Germany. The PI was wounded saving agent libraries, schools, churches, parks and recreation, Joan Walters from being taken down by an intruder to the Pickering estate bike trails, voting info, town offices, clubs & local in the Berkshires. Despite their age dif- ference, Joan was attracted to him and organizations, food pantries, human services, they became more than partners. Tim Parker About the author: Parker has strong etc… please email or call June. We want to provide ties to the Brookfields, his journey hav- ing taken him up and down the Route 9 our readers and those who may be new to our NORTH BROOKFIELD — Still riding and Route 67 corridor. the momentum of his previous liter- He grew up in the oldest house towns, all the information they need to live, learn, ary success, local author Tim Parker in North Brookfield and lived there is thrilled to launch his latest book, for twenty years on a poultry farm. work, eat, play, and be productive members of our Missing in Switzerland. Additionally, he worked for twelve The mystery/adventure novel, with years at Brookfield Orchards, begin- communities! romance masterfully intertwined, ning at age nine, then helped restore comes on the heels of Wispa, which Salem Cross Inn and worked there as a enjoyed great success. Until all book- busboy while attending college. stores and the internet are ready with Parker worked at Barre Wool, Thank you. paperback and e-copies on Nov. 17, Brookfield Athletic Shoe, Pioneer Missing in Switzerland can be pur- Foundry in Gilbertville, and on railroad chased from Tate Publications at www. construction details in East Brookfield June Simakauskas tatepublishing.com/bookstore. during summers. He went on to forge Additionally, Parker has a supply of a career in aerospace and engineering. his books available for readers seeking The author currently lives in Ware. 508-909-4062 expedited delivery as a “novel” gift or [email protected] See a photo you would like to order? 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The arrests and offenses 6 year old fell off railing. Treadwell dr. Trucks driving Main St. Kids throwing apples neighbor playing music loudly. below were listed in each town’s 3:54 p.m.: Motor vehicle acci- over corner of property. into oncoming traffic. 8:37 a.m.: Motor vehicle police department logs. People dent, hit and run, property 5:57 p.m.: Disturbance, neigh- 7:11 p.m.: Fireworks com- accident, property damage, charged are innocent until prov- damage, Cherry St. Appears bors, Main St. Threatened by plaint, Kittredge Rd. Fire Greenville St and Kingsbury en guilty in a court of law. This vehicle hit wall. other party. crackers being set off. Rd. Occurred 10-05-15. newspaper will publish dispen- Oct. 1 6:45 p.m.: Burglary, resi- Oct. 4 12:33 p.m.: Disturbance, sations of cases at the request of 12:20 a.m.: Request for police, dence, Main St. Back door 2:02 a.m.: Motor vehicle com- neighbors, Rustic La. Neighbor the accused, with proper docu- Williams Dr. Spencer. Female kicked in. plaint, West Main St. Possible harassing children. mentation. party has locked male party 6:57 p.m.: Mutual Aid, drunk driver? 2:50 p.m.: Request for police, out. Lincoln St. LPD Calling RE: 12:46 p.m.: Animal control, Mechanic St. Ex. took dryer. 8:40 a.m.: Disturbance, Wall Shoplifting. Kingsbury Rd. Bobcats fight- 7:58 p.m.: Suspicious activ- SPENCER POLICE St. Upstairs neighbor hit her in Oct. 2 ing in yard. ity, Main St. Female in pink the face. 9:42 a.m.: Mutual aid, West 2:55 p.m.: Suspicious activ- jacket asking for help? DEPARTMENT 10:39 a.m.: Motor vehicle Main St. BOLO Brookfield PD. ity. Male stumbling around, accident, hit and run, property 2:39 p.m.: Motor vehicle com- now lying on steps. Sept. 30 damage, Main St. Vehicle hit plaint, Mechanic St. Dirt bike Oct. 5 SPENCER POLICE 11 a.m.: Harassing phone on Tuesday. racing up and down road. 12:15 p.m.: Disturbance, calls, West Main St. Being 11:01 a.m.: Fire alarms, Lake 9:15 p.m.: Disturbance, Maple neighbors, Rustic Lane. Issue ARRESTS harassed. Ave. Called SFD direct/alarm St. Drumming again. with neighbors. 11:03 a.m.: Property check, smoke in bedroom. Oct. 3 1:11 p.m.: Request for police, Sept. 30 Northwest Rd. House wide 3:10 p.m.: Suspicious activ- 3:20 a.m.: Disturbance, Adams St. Request assist with Kim M. Crossley, 30, 126 open/goats in roadway. ity, Chestnut St. Very drunk Wilson St. Car alarm going off. belongings. Main St. Spencer. Warrant. 3:35 p.m.: Animal control, male on steps refusing to leave. 5:59 p.m.: Larceny, Lincoln Oct. 6 Richard S. Rowland, 30, Wire Village Rd. Sad & pathet- 4:44 p.m.: Vandalism, St. Stolen Quad. 1:17 a.m.: Disturbance, neigh- Homeless. Carry Dangerous ic Raccoon on Paxton Rd. side. Destruc/damage property, 6:31 p.m.: Juvenile mater, bors, Mechanic St. Upstairs weapon, consumption of 3:40 p.m.: Medical, Temple St. liquor, warrant. Senate passes FY15 close out budget BOSTON — On Thursday Senator the Senate made a clear priority of ate crisis in Massachusetts, the supple- and address gaps in the criminal jus- Anne M. Gobi (D-Spencer) and her helping Massachusetts protect itself mental budget includes a total of $27.8 tice system for individuals with mental Senate colleagues passed a $341.7 mil- from future recessions by building million for substance abuse treatment health and substance abuse disorders. lion supplemental budget to address up our Rainy Day Fund,” said Senate and prevention programs. This fund- In addition, the bill provides $5 mil- deficiencies and outstanding fiscal 2015 President Stan Rosenberg (D-Amherst). ing includes $1.2 million for the SBIRT lion for homelessness diversion, pre- obligations and fund new and ongoing “This fund has been our biggest insur- substance abuse screening program in vention and housing stabilization pro- initiatives. These initiatives include ance policy against downturns in the schools and $3.8 million for substance grams and supports the Department of funds to support substance abuse pre- past. With the recession behind us, it’s abuse counselors. Children and Families, including $2.5 vention and treatment, criminal justice time to replenish the fund to guarantee The bill also includes $5.8 million to million to address immediate training reform, homelessness prevention and it’s there to protect us when we need it support a new program at Taunton State and staffing needs and $1 million for services for children and families. most.” Hospital for civilly committed women training for adoptive and foster fami- “The supplemental budget, which The supplemental budget ends the who would otherwise receive treatment lies. had complete bipartisan support, is an fiscal year in balance and ensures a at MCI-Framingham and language to Last week, the House of important step in meeting obligations,” stable fiscal position for fiscal year 2016. prohibit women from being committed Representatives passed a similar sup- said Gobi. “I am also pleased that the The bill includes a $120 million depos- to MCI-Framingham for rehabilitative plemental spending bill. The Senate and Senate has taken the bold step of plac- it to the state’s Stabilization Fund, or services beginning Jan. 1, 2017. House will now produce a compromise ing funds in stabilization while still “Rainy Day Fund,” to begin rebuilding The bill includes $250,000 for a grant bill for final passage and the Governor’s sustaining critical services.” the balance of the fund. program for municipal police depart- signature. “In its version of the supplemental Building on legislation the Senate ments to purchase body cameras and budget approved during today’s debate, passed last week to address the opi- $300,000 for a pilot program to identify

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Photo Reprints Available Call for details 508-764-4325 18 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 Gobi, colleagues pass opiate addiction prevention bill BOSTON — The ule II opiate, the highest “The message we are loved one suffering with tical companies to estab- ate directive, as a bind- Massachusetts Senate risk classification under sending is very clear: the addiction,” said Senate lish or participate in ing instruction to pre- passed legislation last DEA rules, in a quanti- Senate remains commit- Minority Leader Bruce drug-take back programs scribers that the patient week to address the ongo- ty less than the full pre- ted to fighting the opioid Tarr (R-Gloucester). “We to further reduce the should not be offered an ing substance abuse cri- scribed amount, further crisis in every way we engage the resources of number of pills accessi- opiate; thereby allowing sis in the state. reducing the quantity of can.” state agencies, physi- ble in homes or pay an persons in recovery or The legislation focus- unused and excess drugs. “We must offer assis- cians, local public safety assessment into a preven- for any other reason to es on prevention and Sen. Anne M. Gobi tance to students in our and public health pro- tion trust fund based on indicate their preference reducing the number of (D-Spencer) worked on public schools while they fessionals and others to the quantity of the prod- for non-opiate pain man- opiate pills in circulation the bill as a member are young, able to change expand access to treat- uct being dispensed in agement. by working with doctors, of the Special Senate their behaviors, and are ment and drug steward- Massachusetts The bill now moves insurance companies, Committee on Opioid not yet mentally and ship programs while • Protect “Good to the House of pharmaceutical compa- Addiction Prevention, physically dependent on reducing the over pre- Samaritans” who admin- Representatives for con- nies, and pharmacists. Treatment and Recovery drugs and alcohol,” said scribing of opiates.” ister naloxone to an over- sideration. In addition, the bill pro- Options. Sen. Jennifer L. Flanagan Provisions of the legis- dose victim from civil The Senate Special vides for verbal screen- “The opioid crisis (D-Leominster), Chair lation include: liability. Currently the Opioid Committee first ings by a qualified and effects families across my of the Senate Special • Add Screening, state only guarantees convened in January properly trained pro- district and across the Committee on Opioid Brief Intervention, and protection from criminal 2014 in response to the fessional to ask middle Commonwealth,” said Addiction, Prevention, Referral to Treatment prosecution for carrying substantial increase in and high school children Gobi. “I am thankful not Treatment and Recovery (SBIRT) to the list of and administering this reported overdose emer- about their attitudes and just for the actions of the Options. “Kids who need screenings a school con- prescription product. gencies and fatalities behaviors about drugs Senate but for the many this kind of help will ducts to identify youth • Require that throughout communities and alcohol to prevent community groups and appreciate being asked engaging in risky or Gabapentin, a drug in Massachusetts. further misuse of drugs local law-enforcement honestly about their abusive behaviors and increasing in popularity The first piece of leg- and refer at-risk teens to officers who are taking needs, and schools will matching them with for its enhancing effect islation released by the treatment to stem the tide the initiative to raise be given a valuable tool appropriate services on opiate misuse, to be Committee and signed of the crisis. By expanding awareness, offer solu- in this battle against before they become reported and monitored into law in August 2014 a prescription take back tions and are committed addiction. I look forward dependent on drugs by the Prescription required private insur- program, the bill seeks to work together to end to the Senate taking up • Increase access to spe- Monitoring Program ance companies to cover to further limit the exces- this horrific cycle.” the closeout supplemen- cialists who specialize in • Require that all sched- up to 14 days of detox- sive number of unwant- “Last year we focused tal budget the House pain management and ule II opiate prescrip- ification services and ed and unused prescrip- our efforts on expanding passed yesterday which treatment by creating a tions be written in an inpatient treatment for tion pills that become treatment for individu- contains funding for this program for remote con- “up to” quantity, allow- private insurance clients, accessible to youth and als fighting opiate addic- program.” sulting for physicians ing patients to voluntari- 14 days of inpatient treat- adults for diversion and tion. Today, the Senate “Our actions in the working with individu- ly reduce the amount ment for MassHealth misuse, and hold private took action and passed Senate today will help to als experiencing chronic dispensed; and require patients, and expanded companies accountable legislation that focuses prevent the human and pain and creating a holis- prescribers to educate treatment options for for their role in the sub- on prevention by reduc- economic costs caused by tic plan for each patient, patients about their right patients and doctors. The stance abuse epidemic. ing the amount of pills abuse of opiates and pain similar to the model used to receive lesser quanti- insurance coverage man- The bill also establishes in circulation,” said killers and give hope for access to child psy- ties of opiates. dates went into effect Oct. a patient right to fill their Senate President Stan to those families who chiatry. • Allow patients to vol- 1. prescription for a sched- Rosenberg (D-Amherst). have struggled to aid a • Require pharmaceu- untarily record a non-opi- Moore secures amendments to substance abuse prevention bill BOSTON — Sen. Michael O. excess drugs. tion. This legislation not only ticipate in drug-take back pro- opiates. Moore (D-Millbury) announced Several Moore-sponsored targets the accessibility of opi- grams to further reduce the • Allow patients to voluntari- that last Thursday, the amendments were also adopt- oids but also provides preven- number of pills accessible in ly record a non-opiate direc- Massachusetts Senate passed ed by the Senate, including a tative and educational mea- homes or pay an assessment tive, as a binding instruction legislation to address the ongo- provision banning the use of sures to protect residents of into a prevention trust fund to prescribers that the patient ing substance abuse crisis in synthetic heroin or “acetyl fen- our Commonwealth.” based on the quantity of the should not be offered an opi- the Commonwealth. The leg- tanyl” which currently evades Notable provisions of the leg- product being dispensed in ate; thereby allowing persons islation focuses on prevention regulatory enforcement. Moore islation include: Massachusetts in recovery or for any other and the reduction of opiate pill also successfully amended • Add Screening, Brief • Protect “Good Samaritans” reason to indicate their prefer- circulation in collaboration the bill to prohibit the posses- Intervention, and Referral to who administer naloxone to an ence for non-opiate pain man- with doctors, patients, insur- sion, sale or manufacturing of Treatment (SBIRT) to the list overdose victim from civil lia- agement. ance companies, pharmaceu- powdered alcohol which has of screenings a school conducts bility. Currently the state only The bill now moves to the tical companies, and pharma- become a growing issue across to identify youth engaging in guarantees protection from House of Representatives for cists. the country. The third Moore risky or abusive behaviors and criminal prosecution for car- consideration. Through the expansion of amendment adopted by the matching them with appropri- rying and administering this Earlier this year, the the prescription take back Senate will establish a commis- ate services before they become prescription product. Legislature also passed legis- program, the bill seeks to fur- sion to study a standard road- dependent on drugs • Require that Gabapentin, a lation which now requires pri- ther limit the excessive num- side evaluation to determine • Increase access to special- drug increasing in popularity vate insurance companies to ber of unwanted and unused whether a driver is under the ists who specialize in pain for its enhancing effect on opi- cover up to 14 days of detoxi- prescription pills that become influence of drugs, similar to management and treatment by ate misuse, to be reported and fication services and inpatient accessible to youth and adults the current sobriety tests used creating a remote consulting monitored by the Prescription treatment for private insur- for diversion and misuse for alcohol intoxication. program for physicians work- Monitoring Program ance clients, 14 days of inpa- while also holding private “Simply put, this legislation ing with individuals experienc- • Require that all schedule II tient treatment for MassHealth drug companies accountable. is about preventing addiction, ing chronic pain. Specialists opiate prescriptions be written patients, and expanded treat- In addition, the bill provides promoting public safety and would create a holistic plan in an “up to” quantity, allow- ment options for patients and patients with the right to fill saving lives,” said Moore. “I for each patient, similar to the ing patients to voluntarily doctors. These statewide insur- their prescription in a quantity have heard from many resi- model used for access to child reduce the amount dispensed; ance coverage mandates went less than the fully prescribed dents of the Second Worcester psychiatry. and require prescribers to edu- into effect on Oct. 1. amount, thereby further reduc- District who have lost a friend, • Require pharmaceutical cate patients about their right ing the quantity of unused and neighbor or family to addic- companies to establish or par- to receive lesser quantities of Moore announces Senate passage of closeout budget BOSTON — Sen. Michael O. Moore and families,” said Moore. “I am pleased The bill also includes $5.8 million to In addition, the bill provides $5 mil- (D-Millbury) announced that on that the Senate included a $120 million support a new program at Taunton State lion for homelessness diversion, pre- Thursday, Oct. 8, the Senate passed deposit to the state’s Rainy Day Fund to Hospital for civilly committed women vention and housing stabilization pro- a $341.7 million supplemental budget help ensure financial security for our who would otherwise receive treatment grams and supports the Department of to address outstanding fiscal 2015 obli- Commonwealth moving forward.” at MCI-Framingham and language to Children and Families, with an addi- gations and to fund new and ongoing Building on legislation the Senate prohibit women from being committed tional $2.5 million to address immedi- initiatives. passed last week to address the opi- to MCI-Framingham for rehabilitative ate training and staffing needs and $1 The supplemental budget closes the ate crisis in Massachusetts, the supple- services beginning Jan. 1, 2017. million for training for adoptive and fiscal year in balance and ensures a mental budget includes a total of $27.8 The bill includes $250,000 for a grant foster families. stable fiscal position for fiscal year 2016. million for substance abuse treatment program for municipal police depart- Last week, the House of “The supplemental budget provides and prevention programs. This fund- ments to purchase body cameras and Representatives passed a similar sup- significant investments to support sub- ing includes $1.2 million for the SBIRT $300,000 for a pilot program to identify plemental spending bill. The Senate and stance abuse treatment and prevention, substance abuse screening program in and address gaps in the criminal jus- House will now develop a compromise criminal justice reform, homelessness schools and $3.8 million for substance tice system for individuals with mental bill for final passage and the Governor’s prevention and services for children abuse counselors. health and substance abuse disorders. signature. Gobi, Harrington, Smola announce grants

BOSTON — Sen. Anne M. Gobi The grants will increase the diversion, footprint. Representative Todd M. Smola (R-Warren). (D-Spencer), Rep. Sheila C. Harrington reuse, composting and recycling of materi- “I would like to commend the Baker- “This is a great example of state and local (R-Groton) and Rep. Todd M. als in the solid waste stream. Polito Administration on their continued government working together to protect Smola (R-Warren) announced that The grants are funded through the support of the environment,” said Sen. the environment.” the Massachusetts Department of Sustainable Materials Recovery Program Anne M. Gobi (D-Spencer), Senate Chair The grants include: Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has (SMRP), which was created under the of the Joint Committee on Environment, • $1,800 to the Town of Ashby awarded grants for targeted small scale Green Communities Act and is admin- Natural Resources and Agriculture. • $1,400 to the Town of Athol initiatives to the towns of Ashby, Athol, istered by MassDEP. The SMRP offers “Promoting recycling is important to a • $1,800 to the Town of Barre Barre, North Brookfield, Phillipston and funding for recycling, composting, reuse sustainable future.” • $2,200 to the Town of North Brookfield Sturbridge. and source reduction activities that will “I am grateful to the Baker-Polito • $1,400 to the Town of Phillipston reduce the amount of waste disposed of Administration and MassDEP for award- • $3,200 to the Town of Sturbidge in landfills and incinerators. Waste pre- ing these grants to assist with recycling, MassDEP is responsible for ensuring vention and recycling reduces greenhouse composting and waste reduction,” said clean air and water, safe management and gas emissions by capturing the embodied Rep. Sheila C. Harrington (R-Groton). recycling of solid and hazardous wastes, energy in everyday product and packag- “These new funds will allow Sturbridge timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites ing waste, and converting these sources to expand on their already exemplary recy- and spills, and the preservation of wet- into new products with a smaller carbon cling and waste reduction efforts,” said lands and coastal resources.

Elizabeth Lamica from Southbridge, MA, daughter of Linda M. Mathieu and Derek P. Lamica has been selected to participate in the Miss Massachusetts USA 2016 Pageant, being held at the Lowell Auditorium in Lowell, MA on November 21-22, 2015. She is in the process of gaining sponsors to participate in this event, as well as having extra money to purchase items for the pageant. If you would like to help sponsor Elizabeth you may contact her at [email protected] for more information, or check out her Go Fund Me Page at https://www.gofundme.com/yfyz4xc9. Her goal is to reach $1,295.00 before the Pageant; anything is appreciated. Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­19 Family Dining Guide Eat In or Take Out Visit these fine establishments for great food and beverages, and some entertainment too! 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The calendar page is a free service the Vernon Graham, Mildred Terry, or by phone at 774-371-0156 and leave to divert money spent on prisons and offered for listings for government, Steve Morse, Doreen Seguin and Emile a message. See the CGLT website for jails to drug rehabilitation, educa- educational and non-profit organiza- Gaucher Memorial Funds. more details: CommonGroundLT.org. tion and job creation in low-income tions. Send all calendar listings and neighborhoods. A Worcester effort to happenings by mail to Editor Adam LEICESTER Tuesday, Oct. 20 help low income accused by paying Minor at Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box Leicester Lions Park 10th their bail will also be discussed. Event 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; by fax at Anniversary Celebration and SPENCER begins at 7PM with a pot luck sup- (508) 764-8015 or by e-mail to aminor@ Rededication of the park in memo- Oct. 20: Come to toddler story hour per and will be followed by a discus- stonebridgepress.com. Please write “cal- ry of Leicester Lion Joe Camarda. at the Richard Sugden library and 10 sion. All are welcome. The Brookfield endar” in the subject line. All calendar Saturday, Oct. 17, 2 p.m., at the park, a.m. and meet other parents, enjoy Unitarian Universalist Church is listings must be submitted by 10 a.m. on Route 9, Cherry Valley. All welcome songs, movements, stories, and a located on the Brookfield Common at 9 Monday to be published in the following — lions, family, friends, neighbors. craft with your toddler! This group is Upper River Street, Brookfield. Friday’s edition. We will print such list- Refreshments under the tent. geared for toddlers and their caregiv- ings as space allows. ers aged 18 months-3 years after Nov. Thursday, Oct. 22 The Leicester Mothers’ Club, in 1. Caregivers must remain in the room Saturday, Oct. 17 conjunction with the Leicester Public with their toddler. The program is free SPENCER Schools, will be holding the annual and registration can be done when you Oct. 22: Read, Build, Play! is a story EAST BROOKFIELD Apple Festival on Saturday, Oct. 17, come. time that brings engineering to life! The Friends of the East Brookfield from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Leicester Dragons and Dreams! This exciting It’s for toddlers, preschoolers and their Public Library will be hosting their High School, 174 Paxton Street (Route free preschool (3-5 year olds) program caregivers, sponsored and presented Annual Book and Bake Sale on 56). In addition to apples, dumplings, presented by Science Tellers is the by CFCE. Meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. apple pies and refreshments, there kick off for our Full Steam Ahead in the Richard Sugden Library com- Please join us at 122 Connie Mack will be children’s activities including grant. It’s from 1:30-2:15 at the Richard munity room. Drive, East Brookfield. There will be sand art, face painting, crafts, games, Sugden Library. Paws and Pages is today from 4-4:45 many items to choose from including RC car racing and the Leicester Fire p.m. encouraging children to become hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s Dept. There will also be craft tables Wednesday, Oct. 21 better readers by sharing a book with books, videos, cakes, cookies, muffins, with local vendors, raffle baskets trained therapy dogs. This program plus a raffle basket and a 50/50 raffle. and a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will be LEICESTER is possible because of a generous offer For more details call the library at 508- distributed to the Leicester Public Leicester Democratic Town by local trainer, Jillian Gartner, of 867-7928. Schools by the Mothers’ Club to sup- Committee presents Democratic State American Poodles at Work, Inc. to pro- port educational programs. Platinum Committee Chairman Tom McGee, vide the canine helper and volunteers. SPENCER Sponsors are Giguere’s Gymnastics Oct. 21, from 5-7 p.m., at Hillcrest Harvest Fair — Saturday, Oct. 17, and Joe Dolen Photography. Gold Country Club. Chairman McGee will Saturday, Oct. 24 at the First Congregational Church, Sponsors are Cooper’s Hilltop Dairy be speaking about the forthcoming 207 Main St. (Rt. 9) Spencer. Featuring Farm, L.B. Wheaton’s, Spellane Auto, election year and ways for the party to WEST BROOKFIELD plants, jewelry, baked goods, gift bas- Country Bank for Savings, Electrical organize in the region. All are welcome International Buffet Dinner — ket raffle, antiques & collectibles, hol- Wholesalers, and Spencer Savings to attend! For more information email: Saturday, Oct. 24, 6 p.m. Methodist iday items and much more. Lunch Bank. Silver Sponsors are McKenna [email protected]. Church, West Brookfield, 33 West will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 Insurance, Hillcrest Country Club, Main St. Tickets, $10. Call 508-867-3002. p.m. Public invited. No admission Morrison-Morin Funeral Home and NORTH BROOKFIELD fee. Contact: Pat Stark 508-885-5131, or Price Chopper. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m., at the BROOKFIELD church office at 508-885-2149. Haston Library North Brookfield. The Brookfield Cultural Council’s Sunday, Oct. 18 “The Civil War Letters of George Annual Pumpkinfest will be held on Boy Scout Troop 201 Harvest Pork W. Harwood.” The North Brookfield Saturday, Oct. 24 on the Brookfield Loin Dinner, Saturday, Oct. 17, at SPENCER Historical Society is pleased to pres- Common. Pumpkin registration will Mary Queen of the rosary Church, 17 Common Ground Land Trust is ent Letters Home. Part two continues be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and judging Church St. Spencer. Dinner at 6 p.m., throwing a party at Small’s Farm, where part one left off, even if you will start at 6:30 sharp. Music from 6 Dancing at 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring DJ Spencer to celebrate its permanent missed part one part two will still to 7 p.m. will be provided by Doolin (a Missy’s Mix. Adv. Tickets only call: protection as a working farm! Join us fascinate and entertain you. The two- Celtic duo). Winners and prizes will be Kevin at 774-745-8330 or Michelle at on Oct. 18, at 2 p.m., in the field by the part program features excerpts from a announced at 7 p.m. 508-450-8371. intersection of Rte. 31 and Wire Village collection of 184 letters written by Civil Rd (park near the barns at 3 Wire War soldier George W. Harwood to his SPENCER You are invited to attend the 12th Village Rd.). John and Kim Miczek of family in North Brookfield. Harwood Polish Night at the Post, American Annual Massasoit Art Guild Art Show Breezy Gardens in Leicester now own served in the MA 36th Regiment of Legion Post 138, 175 Main St., Spencer, and Sale, Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, the 77 acres of farm fields (now deeded Volunteers in the Ninth Army under Saturday, Oct. 24. Bar opens at 5 p.m. Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Spencer for agricultural use only) and CGLT is General Burnside. His service took Come and enjoy a delicious meal. Memorial Town Hall, 157 Main Street. the proud owner and steward of a trail him from Maryland to Kentucky to Serving time is from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Rt. 9, Spencer. “Meet the Artists” and “easement” along Sevenmile River Mississippi to Tennessee and back to Tickets are $12 per person. Seating awards ceremony, Saturday, Oct. 17, and Turkey Hill Brook to be named Virginia. He shares his experiences as is limited. Tickets are available from 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served, the Small Family Memorial Trail. The a private when he enlisted, promotion any member of the Auxiliary or please free admission. Check our website: farmhouse/barns are still for sale to a to Sergeant and later Lieutenant. Jan call Mariann at 508-885-3132 to reserve www.massasoitartguild.com. For buyer interested in living in a histor- and Dave Drake have travelled to the your tickets. up to date information on scheduled ic home surrounded by open space. places where the letters were written musical groups. Sponsored in part Refreshments will be served. If you are to provide visual context for the letters NORTH BROOKFIELD by the Spencer Cultural Council, the interested in attending, please RSVP and an understanding of how the MA Fall Fair — Saturday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. Massachusetts Cultural Council and by email to [email protected] 36th Regiment’s assignments related to 2 p.m. at the First Congregational to the overall Civil War strategy and Church, North Brookfield. The fair the experiences of the men who served will feature plants, jewelry, baked and their families. Jan Drake is related goods, home made items, a mini silent to George W. Harwood through his auction (with a pair of Patriots tickets grandmother Dolly Powers Harwood as one of the auction items). Lunch Winslow and her father John Winslow will be served and will consist of a Lebourveau who was born in North number of different soups, assorted Brookfield in the Winslow home on sandwiches and apple crisp with ice School Street. cream. The public is invited.

BROOKFIELD The Church of Jesus Christ of Local activists speak out about Latter-day Saints, North Brookfield, bringing criminal justice reform to invites everyone who is looking for Massachusetts 7 p.m. on Oct. 21 at a way to have a fun, safe, family cel- the Brookfield Unitarian Universalist ebration of Halloween to the annual Church. Speakers will include Susan Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Oct. 24. Tordella and Wendy Newhall, who will speak about legislative reform efforts Turn To CALENDAR page ­­­B8

Veterans Day Salute

Stonebridge Press would like to salute our veterans (from all wars & branches, including honoring deceased veterans), reservists, and active duty U.S. Military members in the November 6th issue. Please send in a photo of your loved one with his or her name, rank, branch of military, and town from by email to [email protected], or by mail to VETERANS DAY SALUTE, Att: Jean Ashton, Stonebridge Press, P. O. Box 90, 25 Elm Street, Southbridge, MA 01550. The deadline for photos is October 21. There is no cost to submit a photo. If you are a business and would like to be a sponsor on this page, please email [email protected] for more information by October 21st. Let’s give our veterans the recognition they so greatly deserve! 4 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 OBITUARIES Robert J. Cook Sr., 91 Paul X. Gaucher, 76

WORCESTER — Davis Post 205 American SPENCER — Paul Jeanne on Jan. 18, 1964. Robert J. Cook Sr., 91, Legion in Rochdale. He X. Gaucher, 76, of 11 He served his country during peace- of Mary Scano Drive, worked for many years Alix Rd., died Sunday, time in the Army 82nd Airborne and formerly of Rochdale, as a mechanic at Holden Oct. 11, at his home also served his town on many political died Thursday, Oct. 8 Plastics in Worcester. He after a long illness. committees. He was a staunch conser- in his home. enjoyed playing cribbage, Paul was an vative and a loyal American. He owned His wife of 47 doing crossword puzzles, extremely generous, and operated Gaucher Excavating over years, Claire “Daisy” camping and fishing. He honest, proud and 40 years, working every day until his (McInnis) Cook, died was an avid Boston Red Sox and New uncommon man. health declined. He enjoyed his work in 2005. He leaves England Patriots fan. Above all, he He leaves his wife and especially his time in “the pit” three sons; Robert J. Cook, Jr. and his loved spending time with his family. of 51 years, Jeanne H. (Bousquet) with all his friends and family. wife Lynne of Lunenburg, Stephen J. He was deeply loved and respected as Gaucher, a son, Joshua J. Gaucher The family wishes to thank all of Cook and his wife Kandi, of Spencer, a husband, father, grandfather, and of Spencer, three daughters; Jennifer Paul’s many friends and neighbors and Thomas P. Cook and his wife Cindy friend. J. Gaucher of Spencer, Jesselyn J. who visited him and offered their love of Charlton, a daughter Mary J. Deotte A memorial service was held Gaucher of Spencer, Janessa J. Ravenel and support over the last five months. and her husband Greg of Brookfield, Thursday, Oct. 15, in the First and her husband James of Cary, N.C., a Many thanks to the VNA for their 12 grandchildren, five great-grandchil- Congregational Church of West brother, Peter F. Gaucher and his wife service and care during his illness. dren and several nieces and nephews. Brookfield, 36 North Main St., West Carol of Spencer, six grandchildren; Donations may be made in Paul’s name He was predeceased by a sister Brookfield. Burial with military hon- Cassandra, Carina and Cadie Miller, to a charity of one’s choice. Respecting Marion Fetter. ors followed in Worcester County Jaxton, Justin and Jaclyn Ravenel. the wishes of Paul, there will not be He also leaves the residents and staff Memorial Park, Paxton. There were no Born in Worcester, he was the son of any services. of Christopher Heights in Worcester, calling hours. Romeo L. and Pearl C. (Archambeault) The J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral whom he regarded as his extended In lieu of flowers memorial dona- Gaucher. Home, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer is assist- family. tions may be made to Veterans Inc., Paul graduated from St. John’s High ing the family with arrangements. Mr. Cook was born in Worcester, son 69 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605. School, Class of 1957 and later married Visit www.morinfuneralhomes.com. of Jay and Pearl (French) Cook. Morin Funeral Home, 1131 Main Street, He proudly served his country in Leicester is directing arrangements. the United States Army during World Visit www.morinfuneralhomes.com. Paul G. Johnson Jr., 64 War II and was a member of Shannon- LEICESTER — Paul G. Johnson Jr., worked at Burton Saw in Worcester 64, of 905 Main St., died Friday, Oct. 9, before retiring in 2014. John E. Hart, 51 at his home after being stricken ill. He enjoyed computers, science fic- He leaves a sister, Judy B. Lacava tion, watching the birds and was an NORTH Thursday with “TL” Waugh at Bay of Falmouth, a niece, Erin M. avid New England sports fan. BROOKFIELD — Path Golf Course in East Brookfield or Giargiaria and her husband Edward A funeral service was held John E. Hart, 51, was boating on Sunday afternoons on Lake of Sandwich, a nephew, Michael P. Wednesday, Oct. 14, in the Morin taken from his family Lashaway. Troy of Spotsylvania, Va., a great neph- Funeral Home, 1131 Main St., Leicester. and friends on Oct. 5. John has volunteered as a coach, ew, three great-grand nieces and many Burial followed in Pine Grove Born to Helen and field coordinator and serving on the cousins. Cemetery, Leicester. A calling hour Edward Hart on Sept, board of the North Brookfield Youth He was predeceased by his brothers, preceded the service. 4, 1964, John was Soccer League. John has coached side- Peter and Brian Johnson. Please omit flowers. Contributions greeted by his three by-side with Peter Orsi for over 10 Born in Worcester, he was the son of may be made to the Muscular older brothers Neil, years, developing an amazing team of Paul G. and Ruth V. (Parks) Johnson Dystrophy Assoc., 3300 East Sunrise Ed, and David. girls including their daughters and Sr. Dr., Tucson, AZ 85718. Johns love for life and living was more recently his youngest son. Mr. Johnson was a machinist and Visit www.morinfuneralhomes.com. inspiring. His smile, laughter, and So many people are John’s friends energy was constant and infectious. His because he is a friend to everyone. children Ethan, Mackenzie, Meghan, Whatever you needed, he was there Jessica, and Jennifer and grandchil- ready to help, whether working on a Elizabeth C. Monfette dren Damion, Kaycie and Carter need car, a truck or dismantling a motor, he never entertain a single doubt, in the has a garage full of parts to everything WORCESTER — children, Alan Monfette and Janice fact they were his foundation. John imaginable. If you need a ride, a hug or Elizabeth C. Monfette, Bergeron. was proud, respectful, and apprecia- a beer, John will be there. of 10 Mary Scano Dr., While crocheting and baking were tive of his children. In turn, the world John had his first dance with Christopher House, some of her favorite past times, her can be thankful we live amongst the Amanda Slauenwhite 19 years ago, passed away peaceful- passion truly was routing on the kindness and strength of these strongly Sept. 21, 1996, on their wedding day and ly on Sunday, Oct. 4. Boston Red Sox. She also enjoyed read- bonded siblings. they never stopped dancing. Wherever She was prede- ing, bowling and taking long rides back John was able to make his mark on there was music, John would take ceased by her hus- up to the hills of Vermont, where she the world through a positive attitude, Amanda into his arms every chance he band Willis Monfette grew up. perseverance, and hard work. Doors had. From the loud pop music at Statz in 1988. A funeral service was held Friday, down from the home of his future & Time Out to the quiet romance in She leaves two sons, Michael and his Oct. 9, with a Mass in Mary Queen in-laws, Fred and Carol Slaunwhite, their living room, he had to have her wife Nancy, of Hudson, N.H., Patrick of the Rosary Church, 7 Church St., John began his career at Quaboag near him. and his wife Debbie, of Belmont, N.H.; Spencer. Burial will be private for the Vibram Innovation in 1993 where he John and Amanda could be found four daughters, Judy and her husband family. worked with Fred for the past 22 years. hosting anything and nothing; birth- Glenn Spatola of Port Orchard Wash., In lieu of flowers donations may His career spanned the gambit of the day parties, anniversaries, weddings Carol Corbett, of Worcester, Jean be made to Abby’s House 52 High St company from simple molder to his and back yard gatherings. At the cen- Risotti of North Brookfield, Cathey Worcester, MA 01609 or Mary, Queen current title as Commercialization ter of their lives are their children, Lamonda of Worcester; a daughter of the Rosary Memorial Fund, 60 Maple Manager. John was so proud to rep- Mackenzie and Ethan, who they have in law Patty Monfette; 22 grandchil- St., Spencer, MA 01562. resent QVI across the globe, from raised to be sincere, loving, athletic dren, 31 great grandchildren, five Pillsbury Funeral Home, 163 Main Michigan to China and Taiwan. John and attentive. great-great-grandchildren, many niec- St., Spencer, is directing arrangements. never forgot where he started as his Wherever you go in North Brookfield, es, nephews and friends. Please visit: Pillsburyfuneralhome. coworkers would be greeted by John’s you will bump into someone who knew She was also predeceased by two com. smiling face and boisterous voice that John, too. Take a moment to share a supported them each day. drink and a memory of time well spent John was honored to have a job in the with John, you will laugh together. Gertrude A. Thompson, 87 place he would raise his family, make Listen close and you will hear John the best friends, party like a rock star laughing right beside you both. NEW BRAINTREE She was predeceased by five chil- and volunteer for anything he could, Calling hours were held Tuesday, — Gertrude dren, Everitt Bullard Jr., Lawrence North Brookfield, Massachusetts. Oct. 13, in Pillsbury Funeral Home, 44 A. (Woodland) Bullard, Sanford (Sammy) Bullard, John helped to found the North Gilbert St., North Brookfield. A memo- Thompson, 87, daugh- William Bullard, Michele Mansueti Brookfield Emergency Management rial service was held Wednesday in the ter of Forest and Mabel Baptiste; seven sisters and one brother. Agency 10 years ago. He volunteered funeral home. Burial will be private for (Shaw) Woodland, Gert was well known for her beauti- to help set up shelters during the his- the family. passed away peaceful- ful voice, whom many knew and loved toric ice storm and during many New In lieu of flowers, a donation can ly at her home on Oct. to hear. Her yodeling captivated many. England blizzards. Friends and neigh- be made to the “Mackenzie and 6, surrounded by her Gert will be greatly missed by all her bors are always grateful to see John Ethan Hart Support Fund,” c/o North loving husband of 50 friends and family. plowing out their driveways. Brookfield Savings Bank, 35 Summer years, Richard E. Thompson and many Calling hours were held Saturday, John is the guy praying for snow St., North Brookfield, MA 01535. family members. Oct. 10, from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in because that means a few extra dollars Please visit: Pillsburyfuneralhome. She leaves five daughters, Bridget Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S. Barre to golf in the summer. Once the snow com. Lachance of Organ, N.M., Judy Bullard Rd., Barre. The funeral followed in the melts, John could be found almost every of Barre, Mariann Alexandrovich funeral home. Burial will be private for of Chiefland, Fla., Joanne Cranston the family. of Barre and Maria Thompson of In lieu of flowers donations may Eileen L. Mohr, 80 Spencer. She also leaves behind 21 be made to Second Chance Animal grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, Shelter, P.O. Box 136, East Brookfield, WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. — Eileen Dutchess Nursing Home for several five great-great-grandchildren, a sister MA 01515. L. (Cappello) Mohr, 80, of Wappingers years. She was an avid reader and Carol Brandl of Barre and many nieces Please visit: Pillsburyfuneralhome. Falls, N.Y., died peacefully surrounded enjoyed crafts, crochet and crossword and nephews. com. by her family on Friday, Oct. 2, in the puzzles. Meadows of Leicester after an illness. A memorial service was held She was predeceased by her hus- Saturday, Oct. 10, in St. Aloysius-St. band John F. Mohr. She leaves two Jude Church, 489 Pleasant Street, Gerard J. St. Martin, 90 daughters Brenda Baczko and her hus- Leicester. Burial will be at the conve- band Les of Rochdale, and Deborah nience of the family in Mountain View SPENCER — Gerard He is predeceased by sisters Lorraine Jackson of Wappingers Falls, N.Y. She Cemetery, New Fairfield, Conn. There J. St. Martin, 90, of Huard and Theresa St. Martin. had three granddaughters Courtney, were no calling hours. 18 Temple St., died Gerard was a longtime supervisor Monica and Kimberly Baczko and two In lieu of flowers memorial dona- Thursday, Oct. 8, in Life at George Saad & Sons in Spencer for great-granddaughters Mia and Destine. tions may be made to “Sister Margret Care Center of Auburn. many years before retiring. He loved Mrs. Mohr was born in Bronx, Mary Mohr, MFIC Scholarship” at the He leaves his wife of to use his scooter riding throughout N.Y., daughter of Matthew and Eileen Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School, 60 years, Lorraine A. the town. Cappello. She graduated from St. 303 Haverhill St., Lawrence, MA 01840. (Huard) St. Martin, a Born in Southbridge, he was the Helena High School, Bronx, N.Y. She Morin Funeral Home, 1131 Main St., son Lionel G. St. Martin and his wife son of Arsene and Yvonne (Anger) St. was a certified nurses aide at Central Leicester is directing arrangements. Ellen of Warren, his daughter May Martin and later served his country Visit www.morinfuneralhomes.com. L. St. Martin of Spencer, three grand- during World War II in the U.S. Army. children RoseAnn Hess and her fiance A funeral service was held Tuesday, Attention North Brookfield Lewis Perry of Ware, Jill St. Martin in Oct. 13, in the J. Henri Morin & Son Water Users: To place an Oklahoma and Michael St. Martin and Funeral Home, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer. In-Memoriam, his girlfriend Melanie of Palmer, two Burial followed with Military Honors WATER MAIN FLUSHING Card of Thanks, great grandchildren Cody and Caitlin, in Worcester County Memorial Park, Oct. 20, 2015 through Nov. 7, 2015 Birthday or Anniversary Greeting, his “adopted son” and good friend Bob Paxton. Calling hours preceded the in the Spencer New Leader, Shea of Fiskdale, many nieces and service on Tuesday. The North Brookfield Water Department will be flush- the deadline is Friday noon nephews. Visit www.morinfuneralhomes.com. ing water mains throughout town beginning Tuesday, for the following week. October 20 through Saturday, November 7, 2015. Ad prices are $15 for a 2x3 (actual size 2.4” x 3”) or $25 for a 3x4 (3.7” X 4”) or 4x3 (5” x 3”). The purpose of the flushing is to remove sediment You can add a photo at no additional cost. buildup in the mains. The flushing may result in tem- Send all obituary notices to the porary discoloration of the water, caused by small par- To send by mail, please mail to ticles dislodged during the flushing. This discoloration June Simakauskas, P. O. Box 90, 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550. Spencer New Leader, PO Box 90, might stain your laundry, especially white materials. Personal checks, Visa, Master Card, Discover and AMEX are accepted. Flushing is performed between the hours of 7:30 AM For more information, Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to and 4:00 PM. We post our daily flushing schedule on please call June at 508-909-4062 or email [email protected] the North Brookfield Water Department Facebook and she’ll be happy to help! page. If you would like additional information, please [email protected]. call the Water Department at (508) 867-0207. 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015

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Chet Zadora 860-779-0944 Cyrille Bosio 860-338-0964 Mary Collins 860-336-6677 Diane White 860-377-4016 Mary Collins 860-336-6677 Rachel Sposato 860-234-1343 8 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 16, 2015 CALENDAR Wednesday of the month in the Richard Donation, $15. Call Penny, 1-774-289-6676 CALENDAR Sugden Library Community Room for tickets or info. continued from page B3­­­ Monday, Oct. 26 from 4-5 p.m. SPENCER Saturday, Oct. 31 In addition to chili, bread, chowder or Oct. 26: Family Night Join us at the Thursday, Oct. 29 pie recipes can be entered in a compe- library for an evening of interactive SPENCER tition for the all-around “best” in each family fun! We will have stories, activ- SPENCER On Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to category. All entrants in the competi- ities, and a craft. Meets in the Richard Oct. 29: There’s a Halloween 1 p.m. The Town of Spencer’s Office of tion need to arrive no later than 4:30 Sugden Library community room from Storywalk with CFCE at the Richard Utilities & Facilities will host a comput- p.m. for the judging. After the win- 5:45-6:45 p.m. All ages are welcome! Sugden Library for toddlers and pre- er component, television, microwave, ners are announced at 5 p.m., the chili schoolers and their caregivers at 10:30 printer, copier, and any other electron- dishes, breads, chowder, and pies will Tuesday, Oct. 27 a.m. ic components collection day at the be added to the potluck dinner. Those Paws and Pages is today from 4-4:45 Spencer Highway Garage, 7 Meadow who plan to attend the potluck, should SPENCER p.m. encouraging children to become Road. bring their dishes by 5 p.m. After the Oct. 27: Come to toddler story hour at better readers by sharing a book with These items are banned from the dinner, costumed children, ages 2 to the Richard Sugden library and 10 a.m. trained therapy dogs. This program is normal waste stream and with only 12 and accompanied by their parents, and meet other parents, enjoy songs, possible because of a generous offer two days a year to dispose of these are invited to take part in “Trunk or movements, stories, and a craft with by local trainer, Jillian Gartner, of items Spencer residents should avail Treat” in the parking lot of the Church your toddler! This group is geared for American Poodles at Work, Inc. to pro- themselves of this opportunity. All sur- to pick up Halloween treats. Masks and toddlers and their caregivers aged 18 vide the canine helper and volunteers. rounding communities are welcome to costumes with gruesome or immodest months-3 years after Nov. 1. Caregivers Drop on by to build fantastic creations attend this collection day sponsored by themes should be avoided. The evening must remain in the room with their out of Legos. We provide the Legos-- the Office of Utilities & Facilities. is scheduled to end at 8 p.m. For more toddler. you provide the imagination. Today Electronic Recyclers of Holliston will information, call 508-667-6029. Pre-K story hour for children aged 3 from 6-6:45 p.m. in the Richard Sugden be the vendor collecting all the items. years by November first and older takes Library for kids in Kindergarten A small fee per item will be charged. EAST BROOKFIELD place at 11 a.m. Enjoy songs, move- through grade 6. Example pricing is $10 for monitors St. John’s Church, on Blaine Ave. in ments, stories, and a craft! Caregivers under 17” or TV’s under 19”, or $15.00 East Brookfield will be hosting their must remain on the same floor as their Friday, Oct. 30 for Monitors over 17” and TV’s 19” to 27’ “Harvest Thyme Fair” on Saturday, child. Registration is free and can be table models, or $25.00 for Console TV’s Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year, done when you come. This week’s LEICESTER and over 27”. Most prices are posted in addition to many crafters, baked theme is Halloween. Friday, Oct. 30, Leicester Lions and any item not listed will be priced goods, knitted/crochet/sewed items, Club proudly presents “Misgivings,” a on site. attic treasures, lottery tree, raffle bas- Wednesday, Oct. 28 “divine” comedy of belly laughs, bless- If you have any questions about mate- kets, etc., we have something new — a ings, blarney and bingo. A “heavenly” rials to be disposed of or pricing call the silent auction! Our delicious menu will SPENCER fun, fundraiser for the maintenance and Office of Utilities & Facilities at 508-885- include chili, homemade soups, corn Oct. 28: STEAM explorers mix up beautification of the Leicester Lions 7515 during normal business hours of 8 bread and fantastic food. As you can some curious brews as we have fun Park. Cherry Valley American Legion a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday. see, you won’t want to miss it! Hope to with chemical reactions! This pro- Post 167, Main St., Cherry Valley. see you there! gram for grades K-4, meets on the last Doors open 6:30 p.m., show time, 7 p.m. LEGALS TOWN OF EAST BROOKFIELD Town of Spencer (SEAL) Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If CONSERVATION COMMISSION Conservation Commission COMMONWEALTH OF you object to a foreclosure of the PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE MASSACHUSETTS above-mentioned property on that The East Brookfield Conservation In accordance with the requirements of LAND COURT basis, then you or your attorney must Commission, in accordance with the Massachusetts Wetland Protection DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL file a written appearance and answer M.G.L. c. 131, §40, will hold the follow- Act, MGL c. 131, s. 40 and the Spencer COURT in this court at Three Pemberton ing Public Hearing relating to proposed Wetlands By-Law: 15 SM 008417 Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or work within a wetland, waterbody, or Jeff Zukas has filed a Notice of ORDER OF NOTICE before November 16, 2015 or you will resource area and/or within the 100- Intent with the Spencer Conservation TO: be forever barred from claiming that foot buffer zone to a wetland, water- Commission to construct a single-fam- Richard E. Pride a/k/a Richard Pride you are entitled to the benefits of said body or resource area on: ily home, septic system and install a and to all persons entitled to the ben- Act. October 20, 2015 at 7:45 PM well located at 89 Smithville Road, efit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER Chief In the Memorial Town Complex Spencer, MA. Act, 50 U.S.C. App. § 501 et. Seq.: Justice of said Court on October 1, This Public Hearing is in regards to the Applications can be reviewed at the Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for 2015. construction of five single family homes Office of Development and Inspectional the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Attest: submitted by: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Services, Town Hall. A public hearing dated as of November 1, 2004 Park Deborah J. Patterson Inc. on behalf of Lussier Enterprises, regarding these filings will be held by the Place Securities, Inc. Asset-Backed Recorder Inc. for the following: five lots, located Spencer Conservation Commission in Pass-Through Certificates Series 11-006946 / Pride, Richard on Adams Road in East Brookfield, McCourt Social Hall at Town Hall, 157 2004-WHQ2 claiming to have an inter- E./10/16/2015 MA, Tax Map No. 084/014.0-0100- Main Street, on Wednesday, October est in a Mortgage covering real proper- October 16, 2015 0001.0 Parcel No. 1-5.. 28, 2015, at which time all persons ty in Spencer, numbered 25 Pleasant Any person interested in or wishing having an interest may be present and Street, given by Richard E. Pride w/s/a to be heard on this request should participate. Conservation Commission Richard Pride to Argent Mortgage appear at the time and place designat- meetings open at 7:00 p.m., public Company, LLC, dated October 8, 2004, ed. Copies of the above noted submit- hearings begin at 7:15 p.m. and recorded at Worcester County TOUGH tal are available for review at the East Mary McLaughlin (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds Brookfield Town Clerk’s Office. Mary McLaughlin, Chairwoman in Book 34825, Page 37, and now BACON! Submitted by: October 16, 2015 held by the Plaintiff by assignment, Robert Baronoski has/have filed with this court a com- Chairman plaint for determination of Defendant’s/ CHECK OUT THE EAST BROOKFIELD Defendants’ Servicemembers status. CONSERVATION COMMISSION If you now are, or recently have been, SPORTS ACTION! October 16, 2015 in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the

Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 KARAOKE KLEM’S FARMERS MARKET BAD TICKERS Concert with teachers and Every Friday and June 13 through October 24 9:00 p.m. friends of Patrick Wood Saturday Every Saturday from Fun and talented local at Pomfret School’s Clark 8 p.m.-12 10:00 acoustic duo THE BIG GUNZ Chapel, Pomfret, CT In the Veterans a.m.- 308 LAKESIDE 9:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Lounge 2:00 308 East Main St. 3-piece classic rock band Public invited p.m. East Brookfield, MA 308 LAKESIDE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 AMERICAN 508-449-8333 308 East Main St. HARVEST FAIR LEGION East Broofield, MA BETHEL LUTHERAN TUTTLE POST #279 Accepting applications SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 508-449-8333 CHURCH 88 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA FREE to all qualifying vendors KLEM’S 10th ANNUAL 90 Bryn Mawr Avenue 508-832-2701 APPLY TODAY DOG COSTUME CONTEST HALLOWEEN PARTY AUBURN Visit www.klemsonline.com 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with 1st and 3rd 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT KLEM’S Awards for scari- Entertainment White elephant FRIDAY NIGHT 117 W. Main St., Spencer, MA est, most original P.A.C.C. attic treasures HEXMARK TAVERN 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) and funniest 37 Harris St., Handmade knits and AT SALEM CROSS Free 4”x6” print! Webster, MA vintage linens INN HUGE MEAT RAFFLE Courtesy of Bake shoppe 260 West Main St., AUBURN SPORTSMEN Spencer CVS GRAND OPENING Holiday shoppe and crafts West Brookfield, MA CLUB Photo CELEBRATION Tea party and luncheon 508-867-2345 1st Friday of every month KLEM’S 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. VENDORS WELCOME www.salemcrossinn. except January 117 West Main 324 Main St., Spencer, MA Call Judy at 508-987-5969 com Early bird: 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. St., Spencer, MA (Former “Ragsdale Building”) 1st table: 7:00 p.m. 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) CENTRAL AUTO SALES ONGOING Every Thursday is 50 Elm St., www.klemsonline.com KYLES AUTOMOTIVE CHICKEN NIGHT Auburn, MA WOODY’S AUTO BODY AMERICAN LEGION MEAT 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. 508-832- PT PET SUPPLY Car show, food and more! RAFFLE Family style baked chicken 6492 11-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Every Saturday 12:30 p.m. with fries, pasta & marinara AND CUSTOMER SATURDAY, 88 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA sauce, APPRECIATION OCTOBER 31 salad and rolls CELEBRATION RiggaGoo ROADHOUSE BLUES JAM Adults: $11.75 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Every Sunday, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. Children under Goodie bags for 4-piece classic rock/ CADY’S TAVERN 10: $6.75 everyone blues/jam band 2168 Putnam Pike, AMERICAN who attends, raffles, 308 LAKESIDE Chepachet, RI LEGION vendors 308 East Main St. 401-568-4102 TUTTLE Money raised will East Brookfield, MA POST #279 be donated to Webster Animal 508-449-8333 TRIVIA NIGHT 88 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA Shelter and Community Wednesdays 508-832-2701 Car Connection HALLOWEEN PARTY 7:00 p.m. -9:30 p.m. 86 Worcester Rd., Webster, MA 7:00 p.m. - Midnight HILLCREST 508-943-9600 Everyone welcome COUNTRY CLUB Music, dancing, games, 325 Pleasant St., STEAK NIGHT potluck sup- Leicester, MA 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. per 508-892-9822 TRIVIA NIGHT Steak, potato, salad, Prizes for AT THE STOMPING green beans, roll best costume WISE GUYS TEAM TRIVIA GROUND $15.00 and best Every Tuesday, 8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Every Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. AMERICAN LEGION POST couple CADY’S TAVERN 132 Main St., Putnam, CT 184 AMERICAN 2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44) 860-928-7900 9 Houghton St., Webster, MA LEGION Chepachet, RI Also, live music Sponsored by The Sons of the POST 184 401-568-41 02 five nights a week American Legion 9 Houghton St., Webster, MA (Wed.-Sun.) Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 9 LEGALS NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE purchase price. The description of the These premises will be sold and con- NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE premises contained in said mortgage veyed subject to and with the benefit OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power shall control in the event of an error in of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, By virtue and in execution of the of Sale contained in a certain mort- this publication. easements, covenants, liens or claims Power of Sale contained in a cer- gage given by Alfred Magnone Jr. and Other terms, if any, to be announced in the nature of liens, improvements, tain mortgage given by Timothy Milott, Christine Magnone a/k/a Christine M. at the sale. public assessments, any and all unpaid and Karen N. Kehoe to Mortgage Magnone to Bay Finance Company, NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Inc., dated April 23, 2003 and recorded Present holder of said mortgage sewer liens and any other munici- dated July 27, 2009 and recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester By its Attorneys, pal assessments or liens or existing with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book HARMON LAW OFFICES, encumbrances of record which are in District) Registry of Deeds at Book 29844, Page 364, of which mortgage P.C. force and are applicable, having priority 44664, Page 63, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present hold- 150 California Street over said mortgage, whether or not ref- the undersigned is the present hold- er by assignment from Bay Finance Newton, MA 02458 erence to such restrictions, easements, er by assignment from Mortgage Company, Inc. to Countrywide Home (617) 558-0500 improvements, liens or encumbrances Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Loans, Inc. dated April 23, 2003 and 201406-0835 - PRP is made in the deed. to Bank of America, N.A., succes- recorded with said registry on April October 9, 2015 TERMS OF SALE: sor by merger to BAC Home Loans 29, 2003 at Book 29844 Page 381 October 16, 2015 A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00 Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home and by assignment from Mortgage October 23, 2015 ) Dollars by certified or bank check will Loans Servicing, LP dated September Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. be required to be paid by the purchas- 21, 2011 and recorded with said reg- to BAC Home Loans Servicing LP NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE er at the time and place of sale. The istry on September 30, 2011 at Book dated June 29, 2010 and recorded OF REAL ESTATE balance is to be paid by certified or 47899 Page 188, for breach of the with said registry on July 2, 2010 By virtue and in execution of the Power bank check at Harmon Law Offices, conditions of said mortgage and for at Book 46002 Page 68 and by of Sale contained in a certain mort- P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, the purpose of foreclosing, the same assignment from Countrywide Home gage given by Stacy M Cutrumbes and Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to will be sold at Public Auction at 12:00 Loans, Inc. to Nationstar Mortgage Corey J Oliver to Mortgage Electronic P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, p.m. on October 28, 2015, on the LLC dated April 2, 2013 and recorded Registration Systems, Inc., dated Massachusetts 02461-0389, within mortgaged premises located at 75 with said registry on July 8, 2013 at April 29, 2010 and recorded with the thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Mechanic Street, Spencer, Worcester Book 51169 Page 128, for breach of Worcester County (Worcester District) Deed will be provided to purchaser County, Massachusetts, all and sin- the conditions of said mortgage and for Registry of Deeds at Book 45745, for recording upon receipt in full of the gular the premises described in said the purpose of foreclosing, the same Page 287, of which mortgage the purchase price. The description of the mortgage, will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 undersigned is the present holder by premises contained in said mortgage TO WIT: a.m. on November 3, 2015, on the assignment from Mortgage Electronic shall control in the event of an error in The Iand in Spencer, with the build- mortgaged premises located at 113 Registration Systems, Inc. to Bank of this publication. ings thereon, on the Easterly; side NORTHWEST ROAD, SPENCER, America, N.A., Successor by merger Other terms, if any, to be announced of Mechanic Street and being shown Worcester County, Massachusetts, all to BAC Home Loan Servicing, LP fka at the sale. as parcel #2 on a plant entitled ‘’Plan and singular the premises described in Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP FEDERAL NATIONAL MORT- of Division of property in Spencer, said mortgage, dated September 18, 2012 and record- GAGE ASSOCIATION Massachusetts, owned by Cora R. TO WIT: ed with said registry on September 27, Present holder of said mortgage Lamoureux,’’ dated March 2, 1969, The land in the Commonwealth of 2012 at Book 49691 Page 295 and By its Attorneys, Therdore P. Drezek, R.L.S. bounded Massachusetts in the Town of Spencer by assignment from Bank of America, HARMON LAW OFFICES, and described as follows: on the westerly side of Northwest N.A. to Federal National Mortgage P.C. BEGINNING at a point its the Easterly Road and shown as Lot 2 on a plan Association dated May 9, 2013 and 150 California Street line of Mechanic Street, said point by BryLee civil Engineering compa- recorded with said registry on May Newton, MA 02458 being the Southwest corner of Parcel ny title ‘’Plan of Land In Spencer, 24, 2013 at Book 50931 Page 138, (617) 558-0500 #1 and the Northwest corner of parcel Massachusetts, Owned by Lucien L. for breach of the conditions of said 201502-0711 - PRP #2 herein described; Tetreault’’ recorded in Plan Book 6597, mortgage and for the purpose of fore- October 9, 2015 THENCE South 84° 13’ East, 70.78 Plan 71, bounded and described as closing, the same will be sold at Public October 16, 2015 feet along said Parcel #1 to a point at follows: Auction at 11:00 a.m. on November October 23, 2015 land of Holy Rosary Catholic Church; BEGINNING at an iron pipe on the 3, 2015, on the mortgaged premises THENCE South 0° 14’ West,32.43 westerty side of Northwest Road at located at 34 LAKE AVE, SPENCER, Commonwealth of Massachusetts feet along said Church land to a point the northeasterly corner of property Worcester County, Massachusetts, all The Trial Court of land now or formerly of Victoria of the Lot to be described; said point and singular the premises described in Probate and Family Court Legarry, being also the most southeastely cor- said mortgage, Worcester Probate and Family THENCE North 86° 54’ West, 73.70 ner of land now or formerly of Milton r. TO WIT: Court feet along said Legarry land to a point Letendre; The land in Spencer, Worcester Coun- 225 Main Street in the Easterly line of Mechanic Street; THENCE S. 6° 40’ 13’’ E. by a ty, Massachusetts, bounded and Worcester, MA 01608 THENCE North 5° 36’ East 35.66 feet stone wall along the westerly side of described as follows: (508) 831-2200 along said Easterly line of Mechanic Northwest Road a distance of 67.09 Two certain parcels of land with the Docket No. WO15P2243EA Street, to the point of beginning. feet to an iron pipe; buildings thereon situated in Spencer, CITATION ON PETITION FOR Containing 2,420 square feet of land, THENCE S. 21° 42’ 40’’ E. by a Worcester County, MA and shown as FORMAL ADJUDICATION more or less, according to said plan. stone wall along the westerly side Lots #14 and 15 on a plan of land of Estate of: Meaning and intending to convey and of Northwest Road for a distance of Section D drawn by E.A. Chamberlain, Dorothy M Gauvin hereby conveying the same premis- 149.23 feet to a drill hole; Engineer dated August 7, 1937 and Date of Death: 01/17/2015 es conveyed to mortgagors by deed THENCE S. 68° 17’ 20’’ W. a distance described as follows: To all interested persons: dated 05/24/2005 and recorded with of 25.27 feet; LOT #14 BOUNDED A Petition for Formal Probate of Will Worcester South Registry of Deeds in THENCE N. 21° 42’ 40’’ W. a distance Northerly by the southerly line of Lot with Appointment of Personal Rep- Book 36620, Page 135. See also deed of 25.47 feet to an iron pipe; No. 13 on said plan seventy-four and resentative has been filed by recorded herewith in Book 44664, THENCE S. 80° 59’ 17’’ W. a distance six tenths (74.6) feet, more or less; Johnnye R Rotchford of Page 61. of 60.00 feet to an iron pipe; Thence Easterly by the westerly line of East Brookfield MA For mortgagor’s(s’) title see deed THENCE S. 9° 00’ 43’’ E. a distance of Lot No. 19 on said plan fifty (50) feet; requesting that the Court enter a recorded with Worcester County 40.40 feet; Thence Southerly by the northerly line formal Decree and Order and for such (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds THENCE S. 81° 36’ 53’’ W. a distance of Lot No. 15 on said plan ninety three other relief as requested in the Peti- in Book 44664, Page 61. of 238.08 feet to an iron pipe; and four tenths (93.4) feet, more or tion. These premises will be sold and con- THENCE S. 20° 21’ 07’’ W. a distance less; The Petitioner requests that: veyed subject to and with the benefit of 100.00 feet , the last six courses by Thence Westerly by the easterly line Johnnye R Rotchford of of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, land of said Lucien L. Tetrault; of said Lake Avenue fifty-two and nine East Brookfield MA easements, covenants, liens or claims THENCE N. 69° 38’ 63’’ W. a distance tenths (52.9) feet, more or less. be appointed as Personal Representa- in the nature of liens, improvements, of 192.49 feet to a drill hole; LOT #15 BOUNDED tive(s) of said estate to serve Without public assessments, any and all THENCE N. 70° 47’ 22’’ W. a distance Westerly by the easterly line of Lake Surety on the bond in an unsuper- unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water of 317.34 feet to a drill hole the last Avenue as shown on said plan by vised administration and sewer liens and any other munic- two curses by land now of formerly of two courses, nineteen and four tenths IMPORTANT NOTICE ipal assessments or liens or existing Alden J. Tetreault; (19.4) feet and thirty-two and eight You have the right to obtain a copy of encumbrances of record which are THENCE N. 6° 34’ 18’’ E. a distance of tenths (32.8) feet; the Petition from the Petitioner or at the in force and are applicable, having 268.09 feet to a drill hole; Thence Northerly by the southerly line Court. You have a right to object to this priority over said mortgage, whether THENCE N. 2° 46’ 03’’ E. a distance of Lot 14 on said plan ninety-three and proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- or not reference to such restrictions, of 87.03 feet to a drill hole, the last four tenths (93.4) feet, more or less; ney must file a written appearance and easements, improvements, liens or two courses by land now or formerly of THENCE Easterly by the westerly line objection at this Court before: 10:00 encumbrances is made in the deed. Eleanor S. Downey; of Lot 20 on said plan, fifty (50) feet; a.m. on the return day of 10/27/2015 TERMS OF SALE: THENCE S. 77° 19’ 35’’ E. a distance Thence Southerly by the northerly line This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00 of 395.51 feet to a stake; of Lot 16 on said plan one hundred line by which you must file a written ap- ) Dollars by certified or bank check will THENCE S. 76° 48’ 31’’ E. a distance three and nine tenths (103.9) feet, pearance and objection if you object to be required to be paid by the purchas- of 368.35 feet to the point of beginning. more or less. this proceeding. If you fail to file a time- er at the time and place of sale. The The last two courses by land now or Together with rights of way and other ly written appearance and objection balance is to be paid by certified or formerly of Milton R. Letendre. rights and subject to the restrictions followed by an affidavit of objections bank check at Harmon Law Offices, Being the same premises conveyed of record, if same are still in force and within thirty (30) days of the return day, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, to the Mortgagors by deed dated effect. action may be taken without further no- Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to November 22, 1995 and recorded Grantor grants an easement to grant- tice to you. P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, at the Worcester District Registry of ee for access to artesian well located UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Massachusetts 02461-0389, within deeds in Book 17489, page 78. in the southeast quadrant of Lot 20. UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS thirty (30) days from the date of sale. For mortgagor’s(s’) title see deed This easement is for the sole purpose UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) Deed will be provided to purchaser for recorded with Worcester County of access to the artesian well and the A Personal Representative appointed recording upon receipt in full of the (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds right to draw water from the well and under the MUPC in an unsupervised purchase price. The description of the in Book 17489, Page 78. use of existing pipe between the well administration is not required to file an premises contained in said mortgage These premises will be sold and con- and Lot 14 and 15. This easement is inventory or annual accounts with the shall control in the event of an error in veyed subject to and with the benefit for the benefit of Lot 14 and 15. Grantor Court. Persons interested in the estate this publication. of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, reserves to themselves, their succes- are entitled to notice regarding the ad- Other terms, if any, to be announced easements, covenants, liens or claims sors and assigns all rights of use and ministration directly from the Personal at the sale. in the nature of liens, improvements, ownership of the premises shown as Representative and may petition the BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., public assessments, any and all Lot 20 on said plan. Grantee agrees to court in any matter relating to the es- SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water hold grantor harmless for any claims tate, including distribution of assets and HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA and sewer liens and any other munic- arising out of the use of the premises expenses of administration. COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS ipal assessments or liens or existing under this easement. Grantee agrees WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First SERVICING, LP encumbrances of record which are to return the premises under this ease- Justice of this Court. Present holder of said mortgage in force and are applicable, having ment to the same condition as existing Date: September 30, 2015 By its Attorneys, priority over said mortgage, whether prior to entry for the exercise of rights Stephanie K. Fattman, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. or not reference to such restrictions, under this easement. This easement is Register of Probate 150 California Street easements, improvements, liens or limited to the area where the existing October 16, 2015 Newton, MA 02458 encumbrances is made in the deed. pipe is currently located. (617) 558-0500 TERMS OF SALE: Being the same premises conveyed to LEICESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY 201209-0812 - TEA A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00 the mortgagors by deed recorded here- The Leicester Housing Authority, the October 2, 2015 ) Dollars by certified or bank check will with in Book 45795, Page 285. awarding Authority, invites bids for a October 9, 2015 be required to be paid by the purchas- , and assigned to Bank of America, 2016 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Pickup truck October 16, 2015 er at the time and place of sale. The N.A., Successor by merger to BAC with plow. balance is to be paid by certified or Home Loan Servicing, LP fka Coun- Specification for required equipment bank check at Harmon Law Offices, trywide Home Loans Servicing, LP by are available at the Authority office, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, instrument recorded with Worcester 1075 Main Street, Leicester, MA 01524. Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to County (Worcester District) Registry of Phone: 508-892-4620 P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Deeds in Book , Page . Fax: 508-892-0270 Massachusetts 02461-0389, within For mortgagor’s(s’) title see deed Email: [email protected] thirty (30) days from the date of sale. recorded with Worcester County Bids will be received until 11:00 AM, Deed will be provided to purchaser for (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds October 28, 2015 recording upon receipt in full of the in Book 45745, Page 285. October 16, 2015 10 SPENCER NEW LEADER •Friday, October 16, 2015 Friday, October 16, 2015 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 11

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130 YARD SALES 283 PETS 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE YARD SALE TWO MAIL FOR SALE: FULL LENGTH HOME MADE PINE LIVINGROOM SET PELLET STOVE Saturday Oct 17th CHIHUAHUA MINK COAT COFFEE TABLE BY LANE TOOL SHEDS 8am-2pm Toddler bed $50, & 748 Dennison Dr Size Medium USED, Made of Texture 1-11 PUPPIES Oak desk w/hutch, filing cabinet HOLLYWOOD SOFA Southbridge MA Excellent Condition TWO END TABLES in good condition 8x8 $775 Four Months Old & chair $100, New $1700 House wears $800 or BO $125.00 St Croix 8x10 $960 First shots and de-worming 2 hutches $25 each, Asking $400 PS3 Call Asking 8x12 $1050 $200.00 Each air hockey table $25, Xbox 360 $700.00 8x16 $1375 2 oak bar stools $25 each, 508-234-8767 ANTIQUE LAMP JUG country primitives 30” round wooden table $25, MATCHING CHAIR TWO FEMALE $40.00 AND OTTOMAN toys black metal queen bed $25, GLASS & Delivered and Built On-Site New: $1398 furniture POMERANIAN gossip bench $50, WROUGHT IRON Other Sizes Available and much more wash stand w/pitcher & bowl Local Asking $300 PUPPIES DROP LEAF Three piece table set CALL $35, For sale COFFEE 1 coffee & 2 end 413-324-1117 Craftsman Twin V Air Sold as a set Two months old Heroes TABLE asking Compressor $50, 135 LOST AND FOUND First shots and deworming 3 pieces $300.00 water cooler $15, $100 TORO LAWN $800.00 Each 2 youth bikes $30 each, $600 LOST CAT Sit & Stand LX stroller $30, 508-885-6831 MOWER DROP LEAF CART 6yr old large black short hair 508-662-7741 Denon AV surround receiver between 10am-7pm 508-612-9263 Two years old Last seen on Northside Rd. in $250, $85 508-461-7479 Excellent condition Charlton on 7/29 Velodyne subwoofer $200, Self-propelled Contact 2 Polk Audio LCI speakers $200 SWORD SET PERFECTLY Push button MINT CONDITION 203-415-9533 284 LOST & FOUND for both, $65 SEASONED $150.00 Polk Audio RTI Center Channel BAR STOOLS or PETS FIRE WOOD FOR Speaker $150, 6 Armed Bar stools WASHER & DRYER 203-843-8679 Akai 4000DS Reel to Reel $50. END TABLE $100.00 each SALE REWARD SET Did you find W/DRAWER $200 per Cord Call New your pet? $75 5 Stools Call (860) 974-2898 $75.00 Each $200.00 Aeiral Tree Service 200 GEN. BUSINESS Or find a home FOR•SALE END TABLE Refrigerator & site development JEWELRY SAFE for one? W/2 DRAWERS $150.00 Tree, landscape, and GARDALL 204 WATER EQUIPMENT Cobble Stones $50 Excavation work. $4.00 each FOUND HERE! Slot machine 16” wide 23” tall 860-382-5071 $100.00 2000 SEADOO 720 OLD END TABLE $150.00 74-78 Camaro hood with caravan trailer $50.00 FURNITURE FOR $45 Call Pottery Barn LEATHER COUCH Red & white 87” light tan Very fast and fun! 1966-1970 Camaro front SALE 508-885-3096 Kendall Collection Ethan Allen Glass-Door Media GIRLS 18 SPEED BIKE $25.00 Quarter CRIB (Low Profile) $1500 Center $100.00 NASCAR $175 with Conversion kit Call 774-244-6781 LET US KNOW!!! 114” H x 21.5” D x 79.5” H Die-Cast Models for toddler bed 508-949-1283 $2,000 508-234-8297 Please call us so that we Sears game fish boat trailer CANOPY They’re Back! Color: Simply White Hooker Wooden Bar w/Marble $50.00 $5 And Up! Beautiful - can take your ad Top 78” W x 30” D x 41.5” H & 3-IN-1 BRAND NEW SHIPMENT! 2 years old (like new) out of the paper... Back Bar w/Hutch 73.5” W x 10FTX20FT 205 BOATS Round Metal fireplace $650.00 new 18” D x 87.5” H 2,000 Town-To-Town $25.00 $135.00 Asking $250.00 TRAC VAC Call Blessings Farm 1984 2001 SKI 50 H Foote Road Call Judy Model 385-IC/385LH Classifieds (860) 974-2898 2011 Forest River Camper MANY HARD Charlton at 508-344-2751 Used Once NAUTIQUE 508-909-4111 $8500.00 Gutter Shell COVER BOOKS 508-248-1411 Best Offer tan on tan new interior Call For Pricing leaf guard system New Precious BEAR CAT and carpeting 285 PET CARE 401-486-4051 NEW SMALL COFFEE Queen PillowTop Moments 350 Chevy inboard Original boxes TABLE VAC-N-CHIP PRO 589 hours running time. FOR SALE (38) 4 ft. pcs. aluminum guards, Mattress $40.00 Collection & VAC PRO $6500.00/OBO FAN-C-PET 16 end caps, (8 left, 8 right) with Box Spring and stands Call Electric Guitar Made for a 5-in. gutter, Models 72085, 72285, Mobile 28 pieces 72295 413-245-9545 $50 includes screws ELECTRIC BASE in Original Plastic Grooming Salon Musket Brown 508-867-2887 Used Twice or BOARD $150.00 Best Offer 860-985-8000 Amp Asking $485 $25.00 $50 508-779-0595 PUB TABLE Vicki Kelley Call: 508-410-7050 CALL 508-765-5763 WITH 4 CHAIRS 1993 16FT DEEP V Professional Fax machine WOODEN DOLL Local NEW 42” x 42” SEA NYMPH Groomer $20 CRADLE 36” high

QUEEN TREES FOR SALE News $15.00 Asking $200 Fishing Machine Series FM161. 20 Years Exp. 508-826-9237 PILLOWTOP 774-329-5454 Evergreen Trees, Colorado 40HP Johnson Motor. “We Go Right Blue Spruce, Potted Trees, Galvanized Trailer. Used FOR SALE ANTIQUE MATTRESS Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall toYour Door” CROQUET SET with Box Spring minimally. Like new/showroom Quality Lite Pine All 10 trees for $85 condition. Stored in heated 508-987-2419 Ho scale train collection in Original Plastic $150.00 $40.00 Queen Norway Spruce, 3.5’ garage. $3000.00 $1,300. 5/$99 Call: Call Bedroom Set Bureau Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall 300 ft of slot car track LARGE FISHER 774-230-6285 18x19x51 5/$99 774-272-1761 (60s-70s) SPEAKER With matching hutch top NEW REDUCED Excellent privacy $85.00 $50.00 Men’s 5 drawer chest border/ornamental OLD TOWN CANOE Plus two night stands FOUND HERE! PRICES!!! Call 508-278-5762 1931 old town 18’ restored $300.00 1/2 ton hoist 3 phs Maine guide canoe ELECTRIC CHORD Call evenings $100. Classic Star Trek Clear resin coated, HALLOWEEN IS ORGAN 774-239-2240 Figurine Set Mahogany gun wales Going... Going... Pr car ramps COMING $75.00 In box - never opened And caned seats Gone to the Dogs $20. VARIOUS High end Halloween $100 REGULATION ELVIS PRESLEY a third seat mahogany caned Training and behavior decorations masks and TWO SUNROOF Sears Carpet,Upholstery seat and back Model A parts costumes best creepy tape ever POOL TABLE MEMORABILIA Paddles included management in your Vacuum $300. Known for years for decorating KITS Needs new felt, $500 $500 Perfect for the wooden canoe home. $60 in Webster $100.00 enthusiast. Positive methods used. 3 utility trailer springs Call (2) HON Side Chairs $5800.00 $50. 2 HARDWOOD 508-612-9263 Certified Pet Dog 508-943-0169 GOLF CLUBS WITH $30/ea 508-479-0230 Mink Fur Jacket-(6/7) CHERRY 508-461-7479 trainer and member BAG 60-70 pieces of Marble HARLEY DAVID- $175/OBO APDT $75. $50.00 CABINETS 215 CAMPING SON BLACK (2) Mid-back leather Glass Doors, Moveable shelves, Call Renelle at LEATHER office chairs 75”x30”x20” $500 for pair. 508-892-1850 1940-41 buick engine head boots size 8 Med ladies 100 GENERAL LARGE ANTIQUE $30/ea CO-OP CAMPSITE, $50. New in Box email: PICTURE FRAME Bell motorcyle on dead-end road [email protected] $100/OBO 508-892-3275 Quiet area, walk to the lake, 1948-52 239 engine parts and $50.00 helmet truck tool tray 109 MUSIC/ARTS go fishing or put your boat in. Never used Located in Quinebaug Cove $125. WILSONS BLACK SNOW TRACKING IVESTOCK PORTABLE PODIUM $60 Campground, Brimfield 286 L LEATHER BIKER Beckett Burner TIRES GUITAR 1948-52-truck repro hub caps $60.00 Res.$15,000 or b.o. $100. JACKET Control & Aquastat 185x65 R15 1970 GIBSON J50 Campsite sells with everything BAGGED with frindge, size M $200 $50.00 each Acoustic w/case on it! 38ft camper furnished, SHAVINGS 10 RR lanters $150/OBO (3) Kincaid “Replica” Lightly Used Great condition small shed, more. $4.75 Each $35 each. CALL Paintings $1800.00 o.b.o. 860-455-9918 774-452-3514 Call Call or e-mail Horse quality 2’x3’ $50/ea 774-633-0832 3.25 size 508-885-9537 Christin Dior Tux 508-637-1401 for pics and details. ITEMS FOR SALE 774-245-5098 Rock Valley Farm Home H2O Kooler with Used once 42-44 long, FOR SALE: sofa & chair davemproperty@ West Brookfield MA hot faucet w/pleated shirt 130 YARD SALES antique wood trim $500. hotmail.com 508-867-2508 $40 $175/OBO SOLID OAK 1800s Chair Small antique rocker Cast Iron Christmas Blue Flower Seat Lawn Mowers & More & cane seat chair DROPLEAF TABLE **************** 774-297-9279 Tree Stand 295 BUILDING SUPPLIES $75 Cherry sideboard with two chairs 27x30 open DEADLINE FOR 265 FUEL/WOOD each $75. $25 27x15 closed YARD SALE Country Music Records HOOVER CARPET- All in good condition Sunbeam Whole Central Boiler E-Classic Never used SUBMISSIONS IS HINGES From the 60s CLEANER NEW cash & carry House Humidifier $150.00/OBO 1400/2400 Heavy duty 54” long all in good condition Text NOON MONDAY $100.00 (on wheels) stainless steel $50 508-963-0238 FOR ALL OUTDOOR WOOD $50 Call piano hinges Want to Place 14” Snow Chains 508-779-0735 MASS. WEEKLY FURNACE $50.00 each Telephone stand with Folding TWO GLASS TABLE a Classified Ad? $20 Cleaner & Greener Chair Call 800-536-5836 PAPERS Brand new TOPS EPA Qualified $60 15” Cable Deadline subject to change 774-633-0832 $50.00-each Snow Chains due to holidays 25-Year Warranty Call Today Small Table ITEMS FOR SALE Brand New TAKAMINE 12 Call for more info $25 DISHES NEW AND $35 ******************** 508-882-0178 298 WANTED TO BUY STRING CrystalRockFarm.com OLD. Dryer Used Engine Call 2002 Pontiac 3.4 ltr. V-6 ELECTRIC/ WANTED 508-347-7441 $250 FIREWOOD Route 508-885-3136 Lighted china cabinet ACOUSTIC GUITAR OLD BICYCLES FOR SALE: Antique-Kelvinator Cut, Split & Delivered 860-888-5207 Very good condition High wheel Green & Seasoned $25.00 for each item Electric range w/hard shell case $325 169 w/double oven, broiler Balloon tire Fender Stratocaster Wood Lots Wanted SOLID HUSQVARNA Call B/O Mexican made Stingray Antiques Call Ed @ 884 Worcester St. MAPLE WOOD LAWN TRACTOR 508-867-9566 blue/white excellent Schwinn Call Paul YTH24V48LS, 24hrs, Brand 508-479-9752 condition $350 or BO Raleigh Southbridge MA TWIN glass tank for reptiles 30”Hgt x 508-769-2351 New, 24hp Briggs, Hydro, LET’S MAKE A DEAL! all makes and models 12”width x19 1/2” depth $10 BEDROOM SET. Fabricated Deck, considered Looking To Purchase 2 Beds, 5 Drawer Dresser, Desk Bagger/Blower, 48in Deck. LED R-30 INDOOR NordicTrack Elite 774-272-0821 -1880s-1970s- FREE Antiques with attached shelf, chair. Can $3400.00 FLOODLIGHTS 14.7 Elliptical Also parts & Accessories Construction And Collectibles also be bunk beds with ladder. by Philips 2 years old, Like new, THREE PIECE & Literature Single Items $400.00 CRAFTSMAN 12w = 65w Internet access, Paper work Always Buying Wood Or Entire Estates GARDEN Instant on, very bright Bought $1399 WHITE Old Toys 2x4’s, 2x6’s, 508-764-8149 plus dimmable asking $850.00 WROUGHT IRON -Pre 1980- Plywood beams, 3/4’ thick, We Buy It All TRACTOR Banks Assorted sizes & thickness FULL LENGTH Lasts 22.8 years PATIO SET, And Also Do GT6000, 20hrs, Brand New, Big box stores sell for wind up On-Site Estate Sales Sofa and two chairs cushions tin mechanical Good for wood stoves MINK COAT 27hp Kohler, Hydro, 48in Deck, $26-$30 Wii And Mulch Kit, Bagger, Snowplow, YOU PAY $15.00 each included very sturdy excellent battery-op and outdoor burners Size 12 w/Balance Board Estate Auctions Wheelweights, Tire Chains or 4 per case $50.00 quality and condition. Friction Clean Wood! New $2,400 Controllers, Games $3200.00 $350.00Firm etc CALL MIKE ANYTIME ASKING $500 Call Keith Bought $500 Call Kathy Cash Paid 508-867-2564 508-461-7479 508-347-3775 508-524-9328 Asking $250.00 508-892-0254 1800-336-2453 Delivery Available 774-230-1662 4 Town-to-Town Classifieds • Friday, October 16, 2015

319 HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS ADVERTISING STETSON EMPLOYMENT FAIR SALES October 16th , 2015 10am-2pm 455 South Street, Barre, Ma 01005 REPRESENTATIVE Admin Building Recruiting/Interviewing (WOODSTOCK, CT) for: SPED Teacher (6275, 6276) Aid Behavioral Counselor II (6626, 6804, 6805) Child Care Specialist (5723, We are in search of an enthusiastic, outgoing, 5724, 5726) Child Care Worker (6496, 6631) go-getter to represent our weekly newspapers in Direct Support Professional the Quiet Corner of Northeastern Connecticut. (6331, 6510, 6593) Established growing local company publishing View position details at: 23 newspapers in print and online throughout http://www.sevenhills.org/ New England has a rare opening for a careers/ Questions Contact Danielle full-time career position. Salary, paid mileage, Bullard, HR Recruiter, 508-983-1324 commission opportunities, company computer, [email protected]

401k savings plan, and the support of a top-notch local publishing company make this a 325 PROFESSIONAL terrific job for someone who loves Northeastern Connecticut. Must have dependable HELP WANTED transportation, excellent knowledge of the Quiet Corner, and previous experience in sales, TRAILER TRUCK or dealing heavily with people. Recent graduates will be considered, as well as local residents DRIVERS WANTED who know the area, and enjoy talking with people! Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. Applicants *************** without cover letters will not be considered. Class A CDL with All applicants will be held in the strictest of confidence. Hazmat Stonebridge Press, We like fun people! Based in Inc. North Brookfield Stonebridge Press Newspapers Please email letter & resume to: ****************** Publishing Headquarters 25 Elm Street

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THE resume to lucille@ Spring/Fall Cleaning 2-3 hours per night at $10 per Department 56 Main St SPORTS packagesteel.com Weekly/Bi-Weekly hour, experience preferred, 508-476-3378 is now accepting Desired qualifications include a ACTION! Monthly Cleaning applications for the Full-Time minimum of 3 years WAR Package Steel Building Flexible Hours/Days FOUND HERE! call 774-314-1890 or (40 Hrs / Week) Position of electrical/maintenance send Mechanic. Applicants must experience in an industrial Systems RELICS TOWN OF DUDLEY Registered/Insured/Bonded possess or be willing and able environment. Candidate must 15 Harback Rd resume to HIGHWAY & WAR [email protected] to obtain ASE (Automotive be available for any shift. Sutton MA BUYING - SELLING Service Excellence) Certifica- Certifications such as LABORER 01590 WE PUT AN EXTRA TRADING OLD SOUVENIRS tions in: T-1 Thru T-8 and A-1 journeyman/master electrician DAY IN YOUR DOLLS WANTED DRIVERS: Thru A-8 Must also Possess or license are desired but not POSITION 311 PART-TIME WEEKEND! required. DAWN - BARBIE Local Agawam DryVan, Flexible be willing to obtain Class B HELP WANTED WWII & EARLIER Full time laborer for road, street Schedule & Experienced Yard CDL and Hoist Engineer ALL VINYL DOLLS Comprehensive Benefit Package and highway maintenance and ASK FOR TAMMIE AT CA$H WAITING! Hostler Openings! License. Knowledge of welding DRIVER ALSO CLOTHING & including medical, dental and repair, plowing, cleaning and 508-347-3275 Helmets, Swords, Great Pay & Benefits! CDL-A, and metal fabrication required Part-Time and access to specialty tools life insurance, 11 paid holidays, patching; other related work. ACCESSORIES Daggers, Bayonets, 1yr Exp. Req. 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Union position; pays The Commonwealth of FLEA MARKET 1-508-688-0847 SCM Elderbus Applications can be obtained at position, all applicants must $15.61 per hour with full Massachusetts SELLERS I’ll Come To YOU! 124 Southbridge Road the Highway Department or the apply online at benefits. Send resume/cover Office of Child Care Charlton, MA 01507 20 years of very good items Selectman’s office in the wwwipaper.com/careers. letter to Dudley Personnel Services requires that all clearing out house but don’t Municipal Center at 29 Depot Board, 71 West Main St. #18, Or send resumes to: ads placed in the want hassle of yard sale come Want to Place St. Applications must be International Paper is an Equal Dudley, MA 01571 by [email protected] and make an offer a Classified Ad? submitted by October 30th Opportunity Employer 10/23/15. EOE DOT pre-employment newspaper for child care Best one gets it all cash only. Call 800-536-5836 2015. The Town of Douglas is Minorities/Females/Individuals drug test and random (daycare) in your home 508-943-0169 an Equal Opportunity Employer. with Disabilities/Veterans drug/alcohol testing include your license number Friday, October 16, 2015 • Town-to-Town Classifieds 5

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$ WEBSTER OFF SEASON Four room apartment, WEEKS/WEEKENDS! 1 PAINTING second floor, Interior/ great for commuters, Exterior off street parking, Power Washing new kitchen and bath, Carpentry gas heat, 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 745 RECREATIONAL • FREE ESTIMATES • coin-op, no pets, 700 AUTOMOTIVE • FULLY Insured • Income verification and EXCELLENT VEHICLES • Reasonable Rates • References 1977 GMC 2500 2003 JEEP 4X4 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES CONDITION Rich O’Brien $800.00/month plus utilities Custom built twin piston flat LIBERTY LIMITED 2 SNOWMOBILES Painting for details call 4 Tires w/Rims bed dump Only 81k mi. Cond Vg/ Excel 2013 DODGE 508-987-6147 Four way fisher plow Asking $7125 or best offer AND A TRAILER 28 Years Of Experience 2009 midsize Ford Excellent running Call JOURNEY 508-248-7314 774-312-5718 125/55R16 FOR SALE Many New parts 860-966-6042 FWD Will fit new Ford 5 lug pattern Needs minor body work Four Cylinder 545 LANDS/LOTS South Dennis, $450.00 $1500.00 2006 CHRYSLER 2.4 L 1997 Polaris 500 EFI off Rte. 134: 7 Passenger 500 REAL ESTATE BUILDING LOT Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, 508-943-1740 MUST SELL 300C Extras $1500 Desirable location 2 twins) 1 bath home with 4x4 In very good condition $14,861.00 Southbridge - Dennison Hill full kitchen & microwave, 720 CLASSICS 111,200 Miles 774-200-5152 2002 Polaris 700 area washer/dryer, screened in Porta Potty Leather seats Classic 505 APARTMENTS FOR 1/2+ acre OWN A PIECE OF porch w/ picnic table, grill, Construction site type navigation FOR SALE: $2500 RENT Town water and town sewer cable TV. Outdoor shower. AUTOMOTIVE Excellent condition sunroof $42,900 On dead-end street. V8 hemi or best offer HISTORY $275 2003 MERCURY 2012 Mission Double APARTMENT FOR RENT Near shopping, theater, AWD restaurants, bike trail, Silver Anniversary Trailer Small 2 bedrooms, livingroom, Call $8600/OBO GRAND MARQUIS GS fishing, playground, Edition 1978 $3500 eat-in kitchen w/frig, gas stove, 508-612-9263 774-230-3067 10 minutes from bay and Corvette Indy Pace Car 508-341-6347 dishwasher, large bathroom 508-461-7479 Dark Green ocean side beaches. L-82, Auto, 39k Call with w/d hook-ups, 2008 TOYOTA 87900 Miles Matching Numbers 1993 MERCURY 774-696-0219 private outdoor deck. Great running condition Off season rates available All Factory Original TACOMA Utilities not included. 546 CEMETERY LOTS CAPRI TURBO Body Mint After 5 Excellent Condition 6 cylinder Hamilton Street, Southbridge $3900.00 508-867-6706 CEMETERY LOTS Call Janet Throughout! 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Not All Repair Shops Are What They’re Cracked Up To Be

(NAPS) • Does it display other vehi- Auto accidents are more cle maker and/or industry cer- common than you may think. tifications? In fact, an estimated 15,000 driv- • Does the shop have experi- ers per day need to find a colli- ence working with your make sion repair shop, according to and model of vehicle? NHTSA, the National Highway • Does it have modern equip- Traffic Safety Administration. ment, such as a three-dimen- If you find yourself looking sional measuring system, for a collision repair shop, a paint-mixing system and a body shop or bump shop— spray booth? whatever you have grown up • Does the shop access and calling them—remember that follow OEM repair procedures all repair shops are NOT cre- and refer to I-CAR repair ated equal. Today’s high-tech guidelines and best practice cars and trucks feature more information? advanced designs and materi- • Is the staff friendly, courte- als, and more changes are com- ous and willing to answer your ing down the road. questions? With these advances in • Is the facility clean and well vehicle technologies, it’s more organized? important than ever that your • Does the shop have good collision repair shop has the word of mouth and reviews? most up-to-date training, and Today, only 10 percent of the necessary tools and equip- collision repair shops have ment, to properly fix your vehi- completed the rigorous train- cle so it is structurally sound ing requirements needed to in the event of another acci- achieve Gold Class. Is your dent. That’s why you need to go-to shop one of them? ask the right questions when To see if the repair shop you choosing a qualified collision select is Gold Class, look for repair shop, even if you have a the Gold Class logo on the door, favorite shop or a friend in the a current Gold Class plaque business. inside or, best of all, check Updated Training Is Key online at www.GoldClass.com One way to know if your col- for a complete listing of all lision repair shop has updated shops that currently hold the training with technicians who industry-standard designation. If you’re in an accident, the Gold Class® designation lets you know a collision repair shop has trained have the knowledge to properly The quality and safety of your technicians who have the knowledge to repair your vehicle properly. Because safety matters—ask! fix your vehicle is to look for vehicle, and most importantly, Gold Class® shops. This recog- Gold Class is recognized by your vehicle. In fact, Gold Class tional questions when you take the safety and peace of mind nition is awarded by I-CAR®, many major automakers and shops are required to provide your damaged vehicle to a col- of you and your family, might a not-for-profit organization insurers as a standard of excel- training to all their collision lision repair shop: depend on it. focused on improving the qual- lence, indicating a shop is prop- repair technicians every year. • Does the business have the ity and safety of auto collision erly trained to provide com- To help you make a more current Gold Class plaque in repair for the ultimate benefit plete, safe and quality repairs, informed decision, I-CAR rec- its lobby, or the current Gold of the consumer. which is what you’ll want for ommends asking a few addi- Class logo on its front door? When The Rubber Hits The Road—Or Ice—This Winter, Will You Be Ready? (NAPS)—In winter, Winter tires use traction mismatch. it’s not just about the specially engineered 2. Don’t forget the precipitation on the tread rubber with wheels when switching road. Tires get cold, enhanced compound to winter tires. Having a too, and when they’re to add the extra grip set of wheels specifically cold, all-season tires needed in winter driving for your set of winter don’t perform to their conditions that helps tires will save money full potential. In fact, keep a car safely in in the long run. They in temperatures as cool motion without skidding pay for themselves by as 45 degrees or below, off the road. This added eliminating the cost the rubber in all-season grip provides 25 to 50 of changeovers at the tires gradually hardens, percent more traction beginning and end of leading to decreased road in snow and ice than the winter season, and traction and less grip, regular all-season tires. by saving your expensive causing difficulty with Tread design in winter wheels from the wear braking and turning. tires also uses thousands and tear of ice, slush, Winter tire safety experts of extra traction edges snow and salt. at Discount Tire urge for exceptional grip in 3. Check tire pressure drivers to consider their cold weather driving regularly and don’t cold weather climate; if conditions where ice, forget to check the spare. it is regularly below 45 snow, slush and water Underinflated or over- degrees, it’s time for a set may be present. What inflated tires may result of winter tires to keep drivers may not realize in poor handling, uneven you and your family safe is precipitation can tread wear and poor fuel on the roads this year. actually pack in the consumption. For every “Too often, motorists larger grooves on all- 10 degrees change in associate winter tires season tires, leading to temperature, tire air with only snow and dangerous skidding and pressure changes 1 psi! ice,” said Mark Marrufo impaired braking. 4. Rotate your tires at of Discount Tire. “At Five tire and road least every 6,000 miles Discount Tire, we safety tips for winter this or earlier if irregular or take winter tire safety year: uneven wear develops. seriously and know it’s 1. Replace your all- 5. Make sure your tire important for drivers season tires with shop properly torques to realize that all- superior cold traction the lug nuts to the season tires can suffer winter tires if you specifications for your Stay safe on the roads this winter by checking your tires ahead of time. performance issues regularly drive in vehicle when changing necessary for their a store near you, by vehicle year, make on any driving surface temperatures of 45 over to winter tires. vehicle, stop by any schedule tire service and model—visit www. when temperatures drop degrees or below. Make For those drivers Discount Tire location appointments or search discounttire.com. below 45 degrees, snow sure to replace all four unsure whether or for a free safety tires and wheels by size, or no snow.” tires to avoid an unsafe not winter tires are inspection. To locate brand and style—or

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The 2016 Scion iM is now on sale at dealers. With a starting price of $19,255 (including delivery), it could be just what the brand needs for a resurgence.

The wheels of the iM show Scion’s commitment to design. BY KEITH GRIFFIN CVT sport that replicates shift points ons. Scion said this is done to ease exterior design), the total package of a traditional automatic transmis- complexity at the dealership and the delivered is quite satisfying. Americans and hatchbacks tend to sion with seven simulated shift points factory (i.e. keep costs down). Among In some ways, thanks to its hatch- go together like oil and water. Yet in and a sport mode. It’s the much bet- the standard features are: 7-inch back design, the Scion iM might actu- the case of the Scion iM an exception ter choice over the six-speed manual Pioneer display audio unit with stan- ally be going against a vehicle like the needs to be made. This is a hatchback transmission that has a clutch with a dard HD Radio and Aha (no satellite Honda Fit. It’s, as Scion execs like to we should be embracing. high engagement point. radio available, which could indicate point out, a Swiss army knife vehicle. The Scion iM is powered by a 137 What’s also interesting about the where satellite radio is headed); rear- It is versatile. horsepower 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine CVT is its price of only an additional view backup camera; Scion’s first with 126 lb. ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. $740 over the base price of the six- 4.2-inch color TFT multi-information (For the latest new car news, follow On paper that looks like an unsatisfy- speed manual transmission. That’s a display; dual-zone automatic A/C me on Twitter at indepthauto. You can ing number but in test drives in and bargain when most automatics are control; and, color-keyed heated pow- also read the latest automotive news at around Philadelphia, the iM never going to run you at least $1,000 to er-folding exterior mirrors. BoldRide.com, where I am a contribu- failed to deliver. Sure, more grunt $1,500 over their manual counterparts. The only real option would be the tor, or learn about buying and selling a would be more satisfying but this is It probably has to do with Scion’s TRD package that adds an air intake used car at UsedCars.About.com.) a well planted car that is pleasing to desire to keep the iM below $20,000. system, sway bar, lowering springs drive, especially when equipped with With a $795 destination charge, and oil cap. Complete pricing infor- VITAL STATISTICS the CVT. Engage the sport mode and you’re looking at $19,995 for the CVT mation isn’t available yet on the TRD Wheelbase: 102.4 inches you have the makings of a hot hatch equipped model. The base with the options. The Scion iM just went on Length: 170.5 inches that hits just the right notes in more manual transmission is going to cost sale at the beginning of September. Width: 59.6 inches responsive steering and better perfor- $19,255 with destination. Invest the Fuel economy for the Scion iM is Height: 55.3 inches mance in and out of corners. additional $740. It’s the much better good. It is rated by the EPA an estimat- Curb weight: 2,943 lbs. As time goes by, I’m becoming more choice and improves its ultimate ed 28 city/37 highway/32 combined for Engine: 1.8-liter, four cylinder of a fan of continuously variable trans- resale value. the CVTi-S model and 27 city/36 high- Horsepower: 137 @ 6,100 rpm missions, also known as CVTs. The The Scion iM comes nicely equipped way/31 combined for the six-speed Torque: 126 @ 4,000 rpm Scion iM is equipped with an optional with limited opportunities for add- manual. It should be better from its EPA estimated mpg city/highway: smallish engine with 40 mph not being 27/36 an unrealistic expectation. That’s a Base price with delivery: $19,255 number reached by the Mazda3 hatch- Also consider: (a comparative back with a 2.0-liter engine mated to a vehicle) Ford Focus, Hyundai six-speed manual. Elantra, Mazda Mazda3 This is a nicely designed car. Some critics think it blends in and isn’t dis- tinctive enough. But I think they’re off base. During the media introduction, I had a lot of time to drive behind and in front of similar models. The large Auto Review wraparound taillights give the rear fascia a distinctive flair while the pro- jector beam headlights upfront give the iM a distinctive face. The interior has a nice, intuitive design. Passenger room in the rear isn’t great but folks 5’9” and less should be more than comfortable. The Scion iM has its work cut out for it because the segment has some strong competition including the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda Mazda3, and the Volkswagen Golf. Photos © Scion While the iM doesn’t do any one thing The dashboard of the Scion iM is intuitive and easy to use. better than its competitors (except 8 Town-to-Town Classifieds • Friday, October 16, 2015

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Spread Agency is reminding home- out laundry and dishwasher owners of the importance of loads throughout the day—too maintaining their septic sys- much water at once can over- tems. load a system that hasn’t been Maintaining a septic system pumped recently. every three to five years can Shield Your Field: Do not prevent homeowners from park or drive on a system’s spending thousands of dollars drain field, where the vehicle’s on repairs or replacement. weight could damage buried Inspecting your system is pipes or disrupt underground not a do-it-yourself project for flow. most. Putting an additive into Aside from saving money, your system will not detect there’s another reason to main- or fix a malfunction. The best tain your system. In many plac- course of action is to go with es, water is scarce these days, a professional service provid- particularly in the West. 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Join Others Taking Part In Family And Community Preparedness

(NAPS) HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO GET PREPARED: Despite the fact that we are seeing more extreme weather across the • Sign up for local alerts and warn- United States and increases in the costs ings from school, work or your local of natural disasters, research shows government. that fewer than half of Americans have • Know how to get in touch with each developed and discussed an emergency other, especially if you happen to be plan with their household. in different locations—such as home, One of the ways to protect your fam- school or work—when disaster strikes. ily and prepare for an emergency is • Identify and practice meeting in a to start with good communication. A safe and familiar place where your fam- family ­emergency communication plan ily can go for protection or to reunite. is critical to making sure the entire • Have a wallet card with emergency family knows who to contact, how to numbers and an out-of-town point of reach each other, and where to meet up contact. in an emergency. • Know the evacuation routes out of America’s PrepareAthon!SM is a town. campaign to get people better prepared for disasters through hazard-specific Visit the America’s ­PrepareAthon! group discussions, drills and exercises. website at ready.gov/prepare to down- As part of the campaign and National load the Be Smart: Create Your Family Preparedness Month this September, Emergency Communication Plan and we are encouraging families to take a join the millions of families doing their few minutes to talk through and prac- part to get prepared. tice their emergency plan. Courtesy of America’s PrepareAthon! and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Friday, October 16, 2015 • The Express • 3 HOME Living Landscapes Matter: Lawns And Gardens Are Ecosystems That Help Us All hardscapes. Remarkably, stud- ried with soil can cause algae ies have shown that lawns blooms, which steal oxygen can be 31 degrees cooler than from the water and kill fish. asphalt and 20 degrees cool- Lawn or No Lawn Is Not the er than bare soil. That means Question lower energy bills for you and So how to maintain a living a nicer environment for every- landscape—even under tough one. conditions like a drought? • Improves Air Quality. First, choose the right turf- Grass also plays a vital role grass for the climate zone and in capturing dust, smoke par- lifestyle. Hundreds of variet- ticles and other pollutants. ies of turfgrass exist, and some Without grass, these pollutants of them—such as buffalo and will remain in the air, result- Bermuda grass—are excellent ing in more “code red” air qual- for drought conditions. When ity days. established, these grasses • Absorbs Carbon require very little water and Dioxide. The lawn is the larg- are hardy enough to survive est carbon sink in the United foot traffic, children’s play and States. Carbon sinks are nat- pets. ural systems that suck up and Secondly, know that too store greenhouse gas carbon much water is actually bad for dioxide from the atmosphere. grass. Overwatering causes the The dense canopy and fibrous grass roots to grow horizon- root system in a lawn seques- tally, rather than vertically. ters carbon so well that it out- With less water, the grass has weighs the carbon used for to work harder and will grow maintaining the lawn by as its roots deeper into the soil in much as sevenfold. search of moisture. This helps • Generates Oxygen. it do a better job of trapping Lawns are incredible oxygen carbon and releasing oxygen. producers. A turf area 50’ x People also need to change 50’ produces enough oxygen to the perception that lawns must meet the daily needs of a family remain green. It’s okay to let Lawns provide a safe place for families to gather and for children and pets to play. Grass is also brilliant at com- of four. your grass go brown. Grass bating many environmental challenges. • Supports Biodiversity. will grow in cycles, “turning on Grass, trees, shrubs and other and off,” based on the resourc- (NAPS) to our communities, our fami- storm water runoff. Grass, how- plants provide food and habitat es it gets. As water becomes While in some parts of our lies and our health.” ever, slows down and absorbs for birds and small mammals. less available in an area, grass country, people are replacing Lawns provide a safe place runoff, while also cleansing Insects, spiders and worms live will slow down, go dormant their lawns with rocks, mulch, for families to gather and for water of impurities and dust. among the grass blades and and turn brown. Turfgrass is cacti and plastic grass—dead- children and pets to play. But The grass filtration system is below the surface in the turf, resilient. It will green up again ening the landscape in order to grass is also brilliant at com- so effective that rainwater fil- so your lawn can support bio- when the rains return. conserve water—you may not bating many environmental tered through a healthy lawn is diversity and wildlife. Lastly, incorporate native have to. challenges. For example, a often as much as 10 times less • Controls Soil Erosion. plants with adaptive plants and “Having a lawn and being good lawn: acidic than water running off a Turfgrass controls erosion grasses suitable for the climate. a good environment steward • Filters and Captures hard surface. through its natural, dense and Add pollinator plants that pro- are not mutually exclusive,” Runoff. When it rains, water • Reduces Heat. Lawns fibrous root system. Without vide food and habitat for bees, explains Kris Kiser, president “sheets off” hard surfaces, such can be outdoor air condition- grass, soil erodes into streams butterflies, hummingbirds and and CEO of the Outdoor Power as hardscapes, parking lots, ers. Turfgrass dissipates the and lakes, muddying the other animals and insects. Equipment Institute (OPEI). driveways and roads, turning heat island effect caused from waters and limiting how sun- For more information, go to “Grass is a vital part of our liv- rainwater into fast-moving, asphalt, concrete and other light penetrates the water. The www.opei.org/stewardship. ing landscapes that contribute nutrients and chemicals car- Eight Ways To Increase Avoid Gutter The Value Of Your Home Cleaning

Little things can mean a lot when it comes to selling your home and getting a great price for it.

Stay out of the gutter: Louvered gutters don’t collect leaves so they (NAPS) 3. Give the trim a treat. Paint burnt-out lightbulbs, fix holes in don’t have to be cleaned out every year. Making your home more just the trim and front door, two doors or walls, grease squeaky attractive to prospective buyers items that buyers’ eyes are natu- cabinets or doors, fix leaks and can be easier and less expensive rally drawn to when driving by change the air filters. than many realize—if you heed (NAPS) your places. 7. Update lighting fixtures. It’s There’s good news, bad news and better news for people these eight suggestions from the 4. Change the caulk around the a bright idea that doesn’t have who don’t like to clean out their gutters. real estate listings experts at plumbing fixtures. Over time, to cost a fortune. Just change a The good news is, you won’t have to if you get any of the Trulia: caulk, the silicone that protects few, especially if they look dated. more than 40 different versions of gutter covers around. 1. Look to your landscaping. surfaces from water seepage, See if the exterior garage lights, The bad news is, covered gutters are breeding grounds for Just a few hundred dollars on can discolor, tear or degrade. bathroom lights or bedroom mosquitoes and for nesting bees, wasps, even small rodents. grass seed or replacement sod, Stripping this material out and lights in particular are good can- Torrential rains can overwhelm the cover, causing ground new flowers, bushes or trees, a replacing it with a fresh bead of didates for a change. erosion. The covered gutter can increase the chance for dam- weekend and a little effort can silicone can improve both bath- 8. Refresh your kitchen and aging winter ice-dams. improve a house’s curb appeal. rooms and kitchens. bath. Consumer Reports esti- The better news: There is an alternative. The time-tested 2. Help your home clean up 5. Be clever: declutter. A house mates you can increase your Rainhandler Rain Dispersal System has a patented louver nicely. Give the exterior a thor- full of furniture, clothing, col- home’s value by as much as 7 design so gutters don’t collect leaves or debris and require no ough scrubdown, including lections, exercise equipment percent by renovating these cleaning or maintenance. Gentle, rain-sized drops spread out, screens, windows and gutters. and memorabilia can look much rooms. Choose a neutral pal- away from your home. You’ll never have to climb a danger- Pressure wash the walks and smaller than its actual size. Have ette to increase the appeal to as ous ladder to clean gutters again. driveway. Inside, steam clean a garage sale, rent a storage unit, many tastes as possible. Learn More the carpets, wash or wax lami- or start making trips to the land- Learn More Visit www.rainhandler.com or phone (800) 942-3004 for fur- nate, hardwood or linoleum, and fill to whittle down your home’s For further facts and tips on ther information. clean the grout on tile walls and contents. selling your house, visit www.tru floors. 6. Fix the small things. Replace lia.com. 4 • The Express • Friday, October 16, 2015