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Mailed free to requesting homes in East Brookfield, West Brookfield, North Brookfield, Brookfield, Leicester and Spencer Vol. XXXVIII, No. #34 COMPLIMENTARY HOME DELIVERY ONLINE: www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, August 24, 2018 Loosemore making a bid for 17th District BY KEVIN FLANDERS NEWS STAFF WRITER LEICESTER — After work- ing alongside a state repre- sentative for a decade, Stu Loosemore is eager to take his shot at the open 17th Worcester District seat. Current State Representative Kate Campanale will not seek re-election, running instead for the Worcester County Registrar of Deeds. The search for her successor is shap- ing up to be a packed race, with Loosemore set to square off with Democrats Pamela Gemme and David LeBoeuf at the Sept. 4 primary election. Paul Fullen is running unop- posed on the Republican side. In preparation for the prima- ry, Loosemore has spent the Kevin Flanders photos Kevin Flanders photo. summer meeting residents and State Representative candidate Stu Loosemore, left, with his campaign Recently hired Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Turn To LOOSEMORE page ­­­A5 advisor Paul Dell’Aquila at a recent event in Leicester. Superintendent Paul Haughey chats with guests during a meet and greet session last week. Police seeking witnesses Superintendent to freak accident in Spencer BY KEVIN FLANDERS meet and greet NEWS STAFF WRITER SPENCER — Following a freak accident last week that left a man dead, police through- introduces Haughey out the area are reminding drivers to secure all items before traveling. BY KEVIN FLANDERS trict’s new chief. On Aug. 13, John Madaio, NEWS STAFF WRITER After taking over in July, age 63, of Paxton, was travel- SPENCER – With the start Spencer-East Brookfield ing east on Route 9 when a of the school year just days Regional School District crowbar penetrated the wind- away, parents and residents Superintendent Paul shield of his Toyota Rav 4 took advantage of a recent Haughey has spent the sum- and struck him in the head. Courtesy photo. opportunity to meet the dis- John Madaio, a longtime local attorney, was killed last week when a crow- Turn To page Turn To page HAUGHEY ­­­A2 ACCIDENT ­­­A12 bar penetrated his windshield on Route 9 in Spencer. Pictured, Spencer Police officers investigate the August 13 wreck. Rail trail under construction

BY KEVIN FLANDERS clearing the trail from the cen- in readying the trail. Last NEWS STAFF WRITER ter of town to Orchard Street. Sunday, Aug. 19, Selectmen NORTH BROOKFIELD – The ultimate goal is to clear Dale Kiley and John Tripp The train tracks in the center the trail all the way to the East once again joined a handful of of town are long gone, but a Brookfield town line and even- other volunteers in removing community project is firmly on tually connect with Route 9. brush. the rails thanks to a dedicated Even though the railroad “We have received support group of volunteers. tracks in town are history, the in many different forms. Some Town officials and residents North Brookfield Railroad, people donated labor and have teamed up for several Inc., has retained ownership equipment, and others donated weekends to clear brush and of the line. The organization refreshments. All of the vol- Kevin Flanders photos debris from the rail trail. The is overseen by the Board of unteers have worked hard on Volunteers take a quick break after spending hours clearing the North group has progressed quickly, Selectmen, whose members Brookfield Rail Trail last week. have played an integral role Turn To RAIL TRAIL page ­­­A12 2 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 24, 2018 New Leader Toastmasters Car Buying – The Way iT Should Be Notes Pre-owned Pick of the Week ST JOSEPH PARISH plans contest 2014 Cadillac XTS Luxury 38th ANNUAL FAIR STURBRIDGE —Village best in you!” Sedan Toastmasters of Sturbridge will host a Winners from the Village Stk# 5722UC Join us for a delicious chicken dinner (served Sunday 1-2pm; $12/adults $6/ speech contest on Thursday, Sept. 20 at Toastmasters contests will continue Sensibility and practicality define this loaded 2014 CADILLAC XTS! Distinctive 7:00 pm. competing through the Toastmasters’ design and opulent equipment are standard. This model accommodates 5 children 12 & under) and other food passengers comfortably, and provides features such as: heated and ventilated available all weekend (hamburgers, hot On Sept. 20, members of Village area, division and district levels in seats, turn signal indicator mirrors, and power front seats. It features an dogs, steak grinders, chili, fried dough, Toastmasters will compete in a humor- October and November. automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, and a refined 6 cylinder engine. French fries, pizza, ice cream sundaes ous speech contest and a speech evalua- Visitors and guests are always wel- and more!). tion contest. Contestants in the humor- come at Village Toastmasters contests. Variety of fun events for the whole ous speech contest will present five- to The group meets every Thursday night – $18,995 – family including: The Otters on seven-minute comical tales or stories. from 7-8:15 p.m. at the Chamber of Never a Document Fee • Never A Dealer Prep Fee Saturday Sept. 8 5-8 p.m. following out- Other Village Toastmasters members Central Mass South at 46 Hall Road, Best Interest Rates door Mass at 4 p.m., and DJ Richard will serve as judges, scoring the humor- Sturbridge. “Tabby” LeBlanc on Sunday, Sept. 9: ous speeches based on content and Village Toastmasters, located in E. Main St., Rtes. 9 & 32, Ware delivery. Sturbridge, is focused on helping mem- Just Over the West Brookfield Line flea market, games, baked goods, crafts, basket raffles, exciting raffle prizes Immediately following the humorous bers improve their public speaking and 413-967-4210 or 800-793-2078 contest, Village Toastmasters members leadership skills while building con- shop all our new & pre-owned (including a 2 night off season stay for up to 6 guests at Misty Harbor in will compete in a speech evaluation fidence in their abilities. The group vehicles at guzikmotor.com Maine), a large gift card tree and much, contest, where contestants look to deliv- meets every Thursday night 7-8:15 p.m. much more. Sunday’s events are all er the best possible two- to three-minute at the Chamber of Central Mass South, day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. To buy tickets for assessment of a test speech. Judges will located at 46 Hall Road. For more infor- barbecue or information contact the score each evaluation on their analyt- mation, visit VillageToastmasters.org. rectory weekday mornings (508) 867- ical quality, organization and recom- Toastmasters International is a non- www.StonebridgePress.com 6811. All at St. Joseph Parish, 28 Mt. mendations. profit educational organization that Pleasant St., North Brookfield. Speech contests are a Toastmasters teaches public speaking and leadership tradition. skills through a worldwide network Last year’s humorous speech contest of meeting locations. Headquartered PLACEMOTOR Inc. winner, Charles Cook, who went on to in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, the SUMMERTIME the area and divisional contests, says, organization’s membership exceeds The “RIGHT PLACE” Since 1923 “Participating in a speech contest is 313,000 in more than 14,650 clubs in WELCOME BACK always a learning experience and a fun 126 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters time. 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Car Buying Tips Implementation People ask Place: My new car tion to passengers in every seating position. Ford seems so complicated. Why do I even has available inflatable seat belts to provide have all this technology? rear passengers even more security. Anti-lock Committee seeks to The Right answer: During our recent Classic braking systems, stability control systems, adap- Cruise we were able to see first hand the many tive cruise control, automatic climate control, differences in todays cars versus the cars of yes- intermittent wipers, infotainment systems, all- teryear. The new cars had so much more in elec- wheel drive, 6 and 10 speed automatic transmis- actualize Master Plan tronics to increase performance, efficiency, com- sions, power windows and door locks, back up fort and most importantly safety. The innovations cameras, electronic ignition and fuel injection are West Brookfield officials want to map for action. In the coming months, many of us have simply grown to expect in our just some of the things we have seen in todays make sure its new Master Plan doesn’t it will be working together with town cars were not available in the 50’s, 60’s or even cars that weren’t in those classic cars we love. In get dusty sitting on a shelf—they are officials to set out the potential proj- 70’s. Much of the now standard features were fact, did you know that in early F series pickups taking measures to make sure its goals ects, programs, policies and strategies developed in just the last few decades. Federal a passenger side windshield wiper was an extra become a reality. to move the Master Plan towards frui- regulation and of course customer demand have cost option. We love those old cars and trucks. The town’s Master Plan was adopted tion. The Implementation Committee contributed to much of the new technology in the They sure are great to admire. Look closely at in January 2018. It is a vision document will be most useful in guiding the town new cars. Even some of the new technology like the new cars and trucks and marvel at the things for what West Brookfield residents want in defining programs, setting priori- your cell phone have sparked new tech in your they can do. The advancements are incredible for their town in the coming 10 years. It ties, allocating finances and assessing cars. Airbags that were once only in the steering and much more is coming to improve the next identifies a program of specific changes achievements. wheel now seem to come from everywhere and generation of transportation. that, if taken over time, will allow West The MPIC will be meeting at town can create a complete “canopy” offering protec- Brookfield to retain and enhance its hall at 6:30 p.m. the last Monday of each character while remaining economical- month through the end of the year. Send your questions to [email protected] ly and fiscally competitive. The public is welcome and encouraged In order to start achieving this pro- to attend. Members of the Committee 2018 FORD TRANSIT gram, the West Brookfield Master Plan include the following: MJ Haesche, Implementation Committee (MPIC) was chair; Al Collings, vice chair; Rebekah CARGO VAN formed and held its first meeting in DeCourcey, secretary; Rick Provencher; Stock# 8037 June. The MPIC is made up of citizen Steve Carroll; Diane Vayda; Dean • 3.5L V-6 Cy volunteers and is seeking to form a road- Wisniewski; and Sharon Shepardson. • Automatic • Mid Height Roof • Exterior Upgrade Pkg NEW • Passenger Side Glass faculty, staff, parents, families and stu- • Cruise Control HAUGHEY dents — enjoying one another’s compa- continued from page 1 ny. The turnout left me humbled and MSRP ...... $40,935 proud to have joined the Spencer-East Retail Rebate ...... $2,750 $3500 Brookfield Regional School District mer meeting students, parents, and family.” Commercial Connection Upfit Rebate* ...... $1,000 staff members. There are a lot of new Haughey wasn’t the only newcomer Owner Loyalty or Competitive Conquest Rebate** ...... $1,000 faces to keep track of, but Haughey has in attendance at the event. Newly hired worked hard to familiarize himself with Summer Sales Event Commercial Cash*** ...... $500 Knox Trail Middle School Principal all aspects of his district ahead of the Place Discount ...... $2,000 Ralph Borseth also met guests, and school year. principals of the other SEBRSD schools To that end, Haughey and other The Right Price ...... $33,685 $32,935 stopped by as well. 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BY KEVIN FLANDERS Springs was like no other feeling.” it was in my hometown and the studio NEWS STAFF WRITER Anderson’s assistant director was the same dance studio I grew up Disney vacations are known for mak- Miranda Desplaines and instructor in and found my love for dance,” said ing unforgettable memories, but mem- Analis Roze choreographed a 22-min- Anderson, who has taught dance for 27 bers of a local dance studio took the ute dance for the performance. Dancers years. experience to a whole new level this ages 7-20 took part in the produc- Anderson’s students have gone on summer. tion, and there were even a few Kara to win several Dancers from Kara Anderson’s Dance Anderson’s Dance Studio alumni mem- choreography Studio took part in several programs bers who joined them for the perfor- awards at region- RONNIE’S SEAFOOD during their trip to Disney Springs this mance. Dancers represented several al and national past June. They got to rehearse in the area towns, including Southbridge, dance competi- Rt. 31 ChaRlton Depot Performing Arts Rehearsal Hall, then Sturbridge, North Brookfield, West tions over the took the main stage on June 27 to show Brookfield, New Braintree, Spencer, years, in addition “Proudly serving the community for over 40 years” off their skills. The dancers visited the and East Brookfield. to earning schol- Disney Dancin’ Workshop the next day, “I was so proud of them and my staff arships. When she where they met Disney cast members that worked hard for three months to isn’t instructing, and learned choreography from various put this performance together,” added Anderson enjoys FALL HOURS dances. There was even time for the Anderson, who opened her North traveling the dancers to talk to Disney performers Brookfield studio in 1997. country to judge about auditions and what their careers “So many people stopped to watch dance competi- Begining Aug. 27 are like. them dance — it was a full house and tions and share For Kara Anderson, the owner and every seat was taken. They got a stand- her knowledge director of studios based in North ing ovation when they were done.” with aspiring Open Thurs-Sun Brookfield and Southbridge, it was a When the dancers weren’t on stage dancers. thrill to bring 31 dancers along for the or learning from the professionals, For more infor- Thurs & Sun: 11am-8pm trip. A total of 105 people, including they visited Hollywood Studios, Magic mation about the dance instructors and family members, Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Epcot dance studio, visit Fri & Sat: 11am-9pm got to enjoy the Disney experience. with their families. The trip also showed www.karaander- Many of the dancers had never gotten dancers the many paths their careers in sonsdancestudio. to perform in front of a large crowd performing can take them if they con- com. before, and they were exhilarated by the tinue to work hard and have fun. OPEN LABOR DAY countless dance fans in attendance. Kara Anderson’s Dance Studio has “As we were walking over the bridge about 175 students spread between its at Disney Springs to the main stage, two locations. Classes are offered for Accepting most major credit cards we could hear everyone cheering and kids as young as two years old, and the yelling for us. It was a very exciting studios provide everything from begin- moment for all the dancers,” Anderson ner to advanced level instruction. recalled. “As soon as they announced, In 2010, Anderson had the thrill of ‘Now performing is Kara Anderson’s opening her Southbridge studio at the Dance Studio from Massachusetts’, I same building where she took classes had tears of joy in my eyes. To see my as a child. dancers on the main stage in Disney “I was very excited to do this because

Courtesy photo Members of Kara Anderson’s Dance Studio took in the magic of Disney from a unique per- spective this summer. They got to perform in front of a packed crowd and learn techniques from Disney performers.

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Chair of the Joint Committee dents,” Loosemore added. “I on Environment, Natural learned a lot about the needs Resources and Agriculture. of residents and the workforce He gained valuable experience in Massachusetts. When I left in that role, working closely the State House, I went to work with Gobi every day to assist for the Worcester Regional constituents — and now he Chamber of Commerce as their believes the time is right for general counsel and director him to serve as state rep and of government affairs and pub- continue his passion for help- lic policy. This gave me great ing residents. insight into the ongoing issues “The focus for government faced by the business commu- should always be on helping nity, primarily the small busi- people. I want to help grow nesses that make up the back- local businesses and strength- bone of our economy.” en the community,” said Loosemore also serves as a Loosemore, who has lived in soccer coach in town, as well town for six years. as a member of several local Additional priorities for organizations. He graduated Loosemore include securing from Auburn High School and funding for road and infra- attended Clark University. structure projects, protecting To learn more about open space and woodlands, and Loosemore’s campaign, visit providing enhanced support www.stu4rep.com. for public education. He also wants to create jobs and help put more people to work in rewarding fields. Loosemore’s two sons represent the DURKIN & SONS fifth generation of his family to live within Trucking Co. the 17th Worcester District. He under- Trash stands the towns and their needs, and he Removal knows his service Weekly in Gobi’s office and subsequent experi- Pickups State Representative candidate Stu Loosemore, left, greets guests at a recent Leicester event. ence in the Worcester Cleanouts Regional Chamber of Commerce would With debates on the horizon worked as a legislative aide for translate well if he is ~ Reliable ~ LOOSEMORE and his campaign hitting high then state Representative Anne continued from page 1 elected. gear, the Aug. 15 ice cream Gobi, who has since become “I gained great social was a great opportuni- a state senator. During his www.durkintrucking.com discussing issues. Most recent- experience by help- ty for Loosemore to meet res- final year at the State House, ly, he visited Hot Dog Annie’s ing [Gobi] with poli- Spencer idents at an informal setting Loosemore served as Gobi’s in town to chill out with local cy, budget issues, and and discuss his qualifications. staff director after she was 508-885-4499 families at an ice cream social. working with resi- For 10 years Loosemore named House 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 24, 2018 Summer nights in a small town EAST BROOKFIELD — Even though summer is winding down, the music at Connie Mack Field is still heating up. Last Thursday, Aug. 16, guests enjoyed another warm night of music, food and fun as part of the town’s weekly concert series. The grills were on full blast, and residents even went for tours through the nearby his- torical museum.

Music has kept families and seniors entertained throughout the summer at Connie Mack Field.

Kevin Flanders photos. Dean Iacobucci, left, and Nathan Gershman keep guests well fed during another hot night.

Where has the summer gone? Guests enjoy one of the final concerts of 2018.

Dedicated volunteers of all ages keep the snack shack running smoothly.

The seventh inning has arrived at Connie Mack Field, and best friends Taylor Richard (left) and Hannah Wood, both 10 years old, are ready to stretch.

It must be the dog days of August, as East Brookfield’s Allen Savage and his four-legged pal are in attendance.

Historical Commission members Christine Lavin, left, and Melanie Ethier are ready to provide tours of the museum.

It was the perfect night to bring out the entire family, as North Brookfield’s Connie enjoys music with her grandchildren, Ava, age 5 and Colton, age 9 months. Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­7

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despite apparent odds Alexis is a joyful nine-year old orities are right on the money. I want girl of Caucasian descent whose to be the most pro-Trump governor in smile and laugh lights up the room! America.” The 60-year-old Lively, who has Alexis has had many medical chal- earned a PhD in theology and a Juris lenges in her short life, but she has Doctor of Law, proudly boasts of his an optimistic spirit and brings so support for the Second Amendment. much joy to those who know her. “I believe in the Second Amendment codification of the right to self-defense,” While she cannot speak, Alexis he told Stonebridge. “Any attempt to makes her needs known in other restrict weaponry runs counter to the ways through adaptive technolo- Constitution. Whatever weapons are in the hands of those who would kill us gy and non-verbal cues. She also should be available to the citizenry. I does make sounds and her care- might even consider what they do in givers are very attuned to what her some areas of the south by enacting different tones mean. Alexis loves mandatory gun ownership.” When it comes to economic policy, being around other children and Lively says, “The ever-expanding ser- likes participating in different activ- Scott Lively vice economy favors the large urban ities with her peers. She loves to centers. We need to restore manufactur- be around other people and animals and has shown interest in toys, ing to help revitalize the smaller cities colors, sounds, and swimming! BY GREG VINE and towns like Winchendon. But with STONEBRIDGE CORRESPONDENT the way things are, why in the world Who Can Adopt? would any company, any manufactur- Four years ago, Dr. Scott Lively ran er, want to come to Massachusetts? Can you provide the guidance, love and stability that a child needs? for governor of Massachusetts as an Businesses here are over-regulated and independent, garnering just over 19,000 If you’re at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income, and taxed to death. Liberal policies have votes; about .9 percent of ballots cast. room in your heart, you may be a perfect match to adopt a waiting driven companies out of state.” Lively is running for governor again “President Trump’s economic mira- child. Adoptive parents can be single, married, or partnered; experi- this year, but instead of seeking the cle,” he continued, “is benefitting the enced or not; renters or homeowners; LGBTQ singles and couples. office as an independent he has taken on state in a macro sense. More could be the apparently Herculean task of trying The process to adopt a child from foster care requires training, inter- done. But Charlie Baker has shown dis- to snatch the Republican nomination views, and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you, and if respect to our president at every oppor- away from incumbent Charlie Baker in tunity. He even refused to meet with so, to help connect you with a child or sibling group that your family the September 4 state primary. Vice President Pence when he came At the Republican State Convention will be a good match for. here. It infuriates me. We need someone in Worcester last April, Lively stunned To learn more about adoption from foster care, call the Massachu- to cooperate with President Trump.” many political observers by capturing While not denying it will be tough setts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at 617-54-ADOPT (617- the support of nearly 28% of the del- to unseat a popular sitting Republican 542-3678) or visit www.mareinc.org. egates, well over the 15% required to governor, Lively remains steadfast in earn a spot on next month’s primary The sooner you call, the sooner a waiting child will have “a perma- his quest. ballot. However, a WBUR/MassINC poll nent place to call HOME.” “I don’t take positions based on conducted in late June showed Baker whether they’re popular,” he said, “they leading Lively among likely primary are based on my strongly-held beliefs. This space is provided by: voters by a margin of 70% to 17%. Charlie Baker panders to the left in But three months is a lifetime in pol- order to win. I was up against a stacked itics and, for his part, Lively remains deck at the Republican convention but unbowed. still managed to pull of a huge upset. “I’m very unhappy with the No one expected me to get that kind of direction Charlie Baker is taking support. But I’m giving voice to the con- the Commonwealth,” Lively told servative base of the Republican Party.” Stonebridge Press in a recent interview. Asked if he’d consider attempting “He’s taking the entire Republican another independent bid for governor Party and shifting it farther and far- in the event he loses the GOP nomina- ther to the left. He just signed a big- tion, Lively demurred. gest state budget ever; he’s anti-Second “I wouldn’t do that,” he said. “I’m Amendment, having signed the so-called committed to rebuilding the conserva- ‘Red Flag’ bill; he’s funding Planned tive base in the party; to taking it back Parenthood. 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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.StonebridgePress.com VIEWPOINT Frank G. Chilinski Letters to the Editor President and Publisher Time to put Ruth DeAmicis Cohen: On voting and citizenship Managing Editor excess cash To the editor: enough empathy to extend “legal sta- In the case of DACA and other long tus” to avoid destroying lives, but cit- term undocumented immigrants I izenship was just too much. I would have long wondered how conserva- always wonder, “why do they care to work? Editorial tives reconciled their various posi- so much, they are here anyway.” Mr. tions. Like our ancestors, illegal immi- McRae’s letter of 8/17 just shed some You’ll always want grants immigrated here to escape light on the topic. Republicans don’t Financial oppression, poverty, and build a bet- want them voting. He is convinced to base your Focus Continuing: ter life. Nobody wants to leave their that liberals are “hell-bent” on fill- investment home, their family, their friends, their ing up the country illegal immigrants decisions on culture, or their language. Immigrants and the Democrats only want them JEFF your own BURDICK of all stripes (illegal included) are the because it will drive votes their way. needs and Free speech is determined ones, the hardworking To have large populations here per- goals. But ones, the ones who persevered a hella- manently that aren’t allowed a voice there may be cious journey for a better life. is an affront to our Democracy AND times when you might consider adjust- Hispanics should be a natural con- our Republic. ing your portfolio because of risks for BOTH sides stituency for Republicans. They are Our economy needs the estimated and opportunities. Now may be one of family oriented, hardworking, patri- 11 million illegal immigrants who are those times. When you read the letters to the editor archal, very Christian and very con- here and filling jobs Americans don’t Here’s some background: In recent today, you might find one from someone servative. Illegal immigrants especial- want. They are not going anywhere months, the Federal Reserve has not from your town. That is because ly are the modern day equivalent of unless our immigration system is raised short-term interest rates sev- we are using it as an example for this the romanticized pioneers who took reformed to be more similar to Canada, eral times, and given its generally editorial. You see, we need to stress yet weeks or months long journeys in allow more work visas, and allow more favorable outlook on the economy, it again, that you don’t get to choose who squalid conditions in ships to build legal immigration. The Conservatives has indicated it may continue bump- gets free speech. a better life. To moralize an arbi- hatred of all immigrants (you’re not ing up interest rates gradually over Right away we need to say we don’t trary line in the sand when we are all fooling anybody) will not allow a rea- the next year or so. The Fed doesn’t agree with the letter writer, and we descended from people who did just as sonable system to get passed, so our control long-term interest rates, but continue always to stress to our opin- they did. Some of my relatives came country will have the labor demand. these rates often follow the lead of ionated people to make certain they tell through Ellis Island. Some of them Conservatives understand supply and those reading it is indeed their opinion, short-term movements. However, lon- were literally stow-a-ways on ships demand - as long as there is demand ger-term rates haven’t yet risen as even if they are attempting to cite facts fleeing pogroms. Some of them “chain (for low skilled/disgusting labor in the as they know them. much as shorter-term ones, which migrated” through relatives to work US) and a supply (people south of the means the difference between short- Example: no, America is not “85% back breaking labor. What is the story border) they will find a way. The next Christian.” The latest Gallup poll con- and long-term rates is relatively small, of your family? Did they spawn here? item is cash, as long as we stay woe- historically speaking. ducted in 2017 had people self identify- DACA recipients, especially the fully behind the rest of the first world This doesn’t mean you should make ing as Christian a bit less than 75% of younger ones who do not remem- with our cash, paper checks, and oppo- drastic changes to your portfolio. You the time, and mostly without an affili- ber their home country are just as sition to electronic systems for priva- still need to stick with the asset alloca- ation to any specific church. The trend, American as you and I. They speak cy concerns - illegal aliens will have a according to Gallup, was expected to English at a native level, they have way to function in our society. tion that’s suitable for your situation, continue downward, as the younger grown up immersed in our culture, What “conservatives” (Trumpicans/ which typically involves owning a respondents did not identify with any and they know no other country or Republicans are hardly) seem to want certain percentage of growth-oriented organized religion at all. culture. Furthermore, they them- is a caste system with apartheid. When vehicles, such as stocks, and a certain The controversy over the raising of selves did nothing wrong - any per- backed into a corner they accept large percentage of fixed-income securities, a statue of the 10 Commandments at ceived crimes belong to their parents. numbers of “foreign born” being here, such as bonds. However, if you do the Little Rock AR state capitol is not a How you can hold it over a 30 year old but not with them voting. They want have space in the fixed-income part done deal. The American Civil Liberties person’s head that they were carried it easier to deport them on a dime if of your portfolio, you may find the Union has a lawsuit pending in federal through the desert 28 years ago is caught for anything. They seem to higher interest rates offered by short- court over the matter, stating obviously beyond me. want a three tiered system - citizens, term bonds and certificates of deposit it violates the First Amendment against One of the things that always con- non-citizen legal aliens, and illegal (CDs) to be attractive. To take advan- establishing religion in government. It fused me about conservatives was aliens with different sets of rights. tage of this opportunity, though, you has been the site of several continuing their various “paths to legalization” They want this apartheid because will need to have the cash available to protests, had a car driven into it, and plans concerning long term illegal the only way to maintain power as a invest. the statue of Baphomet is just the latest immigrants, DACA, etc. It seems like minority is to exclude people not like Some people hold too much in cash, protest. the art of “saying no by saying yes.” them in the process and simply rule waiting for interest rates to rise, or as Baphomet, who is actually a made Illegal aliens have little earning power over them. protection against the risk of a mar- up “deity” and if anything is a demon without “papers” and no records of When Mr. McRae suggested that ket decline. But holding excess cash and not the devil at all; was originally what they’ve earned in the past - so Democratic politicians, in a thirst for involves its own risk – the risk of not described as the idol of the Knights when they are simply unable to “pay power through votes, are hell-bent investing. So, if you have your cash Templar when the church was attempt- a fine and back taxes.” That just isn’t on filling up the country with illegal needs covered, you may want to con- ing to discredit them centuries ago. practical. The long, long, time frames immigrants without regard for conse- sider investing any excess cash. Descriptions of “him” vary depending that have been discussed for various quences to the language, culture, and To determine if you are holding on which compendium you choose steps just seems impossible. So a 30 quality of life I think he accidentally excess cash, you’ll need to review your to read, but it is known that Alistair year-old who was brought here 28 described Republican voters. They are entire cash situation. For example, do Crowley, one of the earliest “magicians” years ago and doesn’t remember needs fearful that our language and culture who attempted to codify the various you have enough cash, or cash equiv- to wait 10 years for final status? There has changed since the 1950s and con- alents, to create an emergency fund branches of the occult in some fashion, needs to be a limit on how long this tinues to change. Our discourse is took the name as his own magical iden- of three to six months’ worth of living takes - how about no longer than that going down a dangerous path - con- expenses? This fund can be vital in tification. person was alive outside the United servatives don’t like democracy in the And yes, there does exist a group helping you pay for things like a major States? face of demographic change. car repair or an unexpected medical calling itself the Satanic Temple. Its The final thing that has come up bill without dipping in to your long- headquarters are right in Salem (how recently is Republicans candidates Esther Cohen term investments. And, of course, you appropriate); and it does not call itself have suggested that citizenship was West Brookfield need enough liquidity to provide for a church. It does have enough organi- a “step too far.” As though they have zation, to launch freedom of speech and your lifestyle, including your regular religion campaigns nationwide, include spending needs – your mortgage, util- lawsuits in Missouri and Arkansas. ities, groceries and so on. Also, you Among its seven tenets of conduct Lyons: supports Strauss may want to set aside enough cash for is “The freedom of others should be a goal you want to reach in the next respected, including the freedom to To the Editor: ent for her constituents, making year or so, such as a vacation. offend.” The 5th District of Worcester has sure their calls, requests, and con- But if you have taken care of all The group manages to do that quite a rapidly approaching, golden oppor- cerns are always promptly addressed. these needs and you still have excess well. And the eight and a half foot (even tunity to make a positive difference She will be present for every vote cash, you may want to consider put- in our lives and in our community in the size is quoted wrong by the let- on the floor of the State House. Jean ting this cash to work, possibly by November. We have an opportunity to Strauss will be making a case for ter writer) statue of Baphomet (by the investing in short-term fixed-income elect someone as State Representative her constituents whenever necessary, way the name, which is combination of vehicles now being issued at higher who believes in our local businesses writing legislation that affects her Greek and Roman words, means torch interest rates. of wisdom), which they will continue to and industry, the difficult issues fac- District and improves lives not just in ing our elderly each and every day, Central Massachusetts but the entire And keep in mind that regardless use as a tool and representation of their of where interest rates are going, group at various venues where they the environment, the overwhelming Commonwealth of Massachusetts. issues now facing our farm communi- There are no issues too large and no bonds and other fixed-income invest- feel a point should be made. ments can offer some key benefits to Will it offend. Yes. ties, our educational systems, public issues to small, they are all import- safety and in making positive changes ant to Jean Strauss and she will be investors. In addition to providing a Should they have the right to do so. source of regular income, these types Yes. by putting forth legislation so that our someone we can truly count on. Jean 5th District becomes better than ever. will have everyone’s back. A vote for of investments can help reduce the Should the letter writer have the effects of volatility on your portfolio. right to decry the event. Absolutely. But Jean Strauss is running for State Jean Strauss for State Representative, Representative in the 5th Worcester Democrat, Worcester’s 5th District is While bonds can, and will, fluctuate please get the facts correct. in value, they typically can provide People become passionate about what District and she is innovative. She a vote to step into what promises to more stability to your portfolio and they believe in. From both sides. has a unique vision for our future be a very bright future for our 5th tend to behave differently than stocks And we support that. and a determination to be proactive District. by being present. By being present, Susan Lyons over time. that means she will always be pres- North Brookfield After years of historical lows, short- er-term rates now have risen to lev- els that are more attractive to inves- Dubois: blasphemy is not free speech tors. Take the time to review your Please Turn situation, perhaps with the help of a To the Editor: bunch of hell-bound atheist college financial professional, to determine if Last Friday, “The Satanic Temple” students trying to mock Christianity taking advantage of these rates may be used a truck and a forklift to bring and Christians. Thankfully they were appropriate for you. to pages a giant 7.5 ft. tall bronze statue of a forced to remove the statue at the end goat-headed-and-winged creature to of their rally. This article was written by Edward the Arkansas state capital in Little The legislature of Arkansas has Jones for use by your local Edward Rock and attempted to display this been courageous through it all. They Jones Financial Advisor. Please contact next to the 10 commandments. This were admirable for erecting the 10 Jeff Burdick, your local Edward Jones 10 & 14 for is blasphemous and as Americans we commandments monument in front Advisor in Sturbridge at 508-347-1420 or cannot allow this to continue. of the state capital, on the Capitol [email protected] The organizers gathered for what grounds in 2015. I commend them for they called a “First Amendment passing a law in 2017 requiring all more Letters Rally.” They called the Satan statue a monuments be sponsored by an elect- symbol of tolerance. There is nothing ed legislator in an attempt to avoid the more intolerant to Christians which predicament they are in. The Satan represent 85% of the country than statue is offensive, it is hate speech, to the Editor Satan. As a society, we don’t allow it is blasphemous, and it is NOT free hate speech, and we shall not allow speech. hate statutes. I don’t even think the Christopher Dubois Contact Your Sales Representative Today. Satanic Temple is real, I think it is a Spencer 508-764-4325 Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­9 Next move, closeout all opposition media?

Conservative outlets on left of center outlets. ed personal pages by the way. President CFR control over the media and govern- are aflame with what Liberty Something similar hap- Trump ‘s Facebook page saw a 45% ment never will, allowing a future exis- appears to be Internet pened, conservatives drop.” tence of no opposition media. We would giants Facebook, Under argue, to other conser- She asked, “Why do leftist… always have entered an Orwellian society from Google and Twitter’s vatives this year nota- seem to escape big tech censures?’ which there exists no exit. intentional move to Fire bly Diamond and Silk “But this isn’t about Alex Jones,” she But when this dominance moves to closeout conservative (said to be “unsafe to argued, “This is about freedom and our Internet giants Facebook, Google and viewpoints on their DR. HAROLD the community”), Ben access to information from the sourc- Twitter this threat becomes global. platforms. This is sig- PEASE Shapiro, Dave Ruben es we as individuals trust and like. If The conservative panic watching their nificant because the big and Dennis Fraser. big tech can control the information diminished ability to resist the “secret five Internet compa- But the incident flow then they can also perhaps even combination” chorus of the globalist, nies’ collective worth bringing this to a head influence the outcome of the midterms the Deep State, and the Establishment is estimated to be about $4 trillion, a nationally last week was when Internet and even future presidential elections… media for ending free speech opposing total that places them above the GDP of giants ganged-up on Alex Jones. Apple And that is the point! Controlling who them is not new to those who read nearly all countries. Since they are the pulled several of his podcasts from the has a voice and who doesn’t on these or view more than just Establishment major vehicles through which all infor- iTunes store, Facebook unpublished monster platforms is tantamount to lim- sources. mation is disseminated globally, should four of his pages, and YouTube “sus- iting speech.” Internet bias against alternative news they succumb to a collective political pended the Alex Jones channel with its In the national media war, it is increas- has been going on for more than a view they could control the world. If $4 million subscribers,” all charging ingly obvious that the Establishment decade. Matt Drudge, Alex Jones, Steve conservatives are correct this may be that he violated their “hate speech” pol- Media, mostly the over 300 Council on Bannon of Breitbart and Mike Adams in progress. icies (Laura Ingraham, The Ingraham Foreign Relations (CFR) members who of Natural News have all talked about We show we are free to the extent we Angle, August 7, 2018). Hate speech has have dominant power in it, seriously it. Over a year ago The New American tolerate opposing viewpoints. How does become synonymous with opposition threaten the 15% (as reported on The reported: “Breitbart News, the Drudge one know he is free unless everyone is speech. All this begs the question, “Is Tucker Carlson Show Aug. 8) that is not Report, InfoWars, Natural News, and free to express himself? the next move of the globalist to close yet controlled by them. The fact that dozens of other Internet-based news In July Facebook suddenly dropped out all opposition media?” still half of Americans have not heard providers have already been targeted a campaign ad from California Ingraham told her audience that this of this ever growing influence over the and are feeling the impact of the cor- Republican congressional candidate Internet heavy handedness began in last nearly 100 years, because they are porate-government jackbooted heel Elizabeth Heng claiming the ad, show- earnest last February when “Facebook already hooked on only Establishment on their jugulars” (News: Alternative, ing scenes of Cambodian genocide expe- launched a new algorithm that would News sources is evidence of its power rienced by her family, was “disrespect- cause top conservative pages to see a expansion. A very real possibility exists Turn To PEASE page ­­­A14 ful” content. No such barometer is used dramatic drop in traffic and this includ- that those who do not already know of

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To the Editor: that in a democracy the sovereign power In Mr. McRae’s letter from 8/17 the is “inherent in the people, and is either McRae: moonbats concept of whether we are a democracy exercised by themselves or by their rep- To the Editor: intellect and moral sensitivity, and or a republic came up, yet again. In resentatives.” And Chief Justice John Occasionally, I use the term “moon- their abject loathing of their fellow this week’s issue the letter stated Marshall — who helped lead the fight bat” — only in the most kind, sensi- Americans who may support Trump, that we are not both though they are in the 1788 Virginia Convention for tive, and loving way — to refer to some and who may, ugh, actually believe similar. That letter seemed to deride ratifying the U.S. Constitution — like- of the leftwing commentators whose their nation, warts and all, is a pretty “democracy” as a system, describing it wise defended the Constitution in that words appear regularly on these good place to live, and, in fact, may be as 2 wolves and a sheep deciding what’s convention by describing it as imple- pages. It occurs to me that perhaps I the greatest country ever in the histo- for dinner, mob rule, and that the fact menting “democracy” (as opposed to err in assuming the average reader ry of the world. the British people voted Churchill and “despotism”), and without the need to understands the word and its deriva- Now, don’t expect any names from his Conservative Party out of office at even add the qualifier “representative.” tion. Simply put, it is interchangeable me, I forget them as soon as I read some point as an inherent weakness of To be sure, in addition to being a with “looney” as in “the looney Left.” them, but one of these riders on a pale democracy. In a government of the peo- representative democracy, the United “Looney”, I gather, is a diminutive of horse brags that he/she pays more in ple, by the people, and for the people we States is also a constitutional democ- “lunatic”, as in “crazy.” Get it? Luna taxes than all us peasants out here on have to be willing to accept the outcome racy, in which courts restrain in some (the moon) coupled with the myopia Podunk Road earn in a year. If that’s of fifty percent plus one within the con- measure the democratic will. And the of bats, i.e.”blind as a bat”, added to the case, one wonders, what are you straints of our constitution. The only United States is therefore also a con- crazed, irrational beliefs, and, hesto doing slumming it here in the Baby other solution is a dictatorship which is stitutional republic. Indeed, the United presto, you have the perfect pejorative Town of the Commonwealth? Another, the very tyranny our forefathers fought States might be labeled a constitutional for these people: moonbats. a veritable Odysseus, boasts of his against! federal representative democracy. But Moonbats, like other exotic crea- travels to far and distant lands, exotic Mr. McRae explained a number of his- where one word is used, with all the tures, tend to be found concentrated in places which we, the unwashed, can torical references to “the REPUBLIC” oversimplification that this necessary certain specific locations. University only wish to ever see. He frankly lets and not to “the DEMOCRACY” includ- entails, “democracy” and “republic” towns like Cambridge, Amherst, slip that, yes, America and Americans ing Benjamin Franklin’s proud asser- both work. Burlington, Ithaca, Madison, Ames, between the Hudson River and the tion that he helped create a repub- Now one can certainly argue that Boulder, Austin, Berkeley, and, sadly, western slope of the Sierras pretty lic. This begs the question, what is the some aspects of U.S. government too many others to name here, are host much sucks, and there is no way he definition of a republic? At its core, the should become less direct, and filtered to very large numbers of these smug, could possibly let his friends abroad literal meaning of the word republic through more layers of representation. self-assured, and — in their own eyes know he lives in the “Rustbelt” of when used to reference a form of gov- One can argue, for instance, that the — superior — citizens of the world. New England where the rubes actu- ernment means: “a country that is gov- 17th Amendment should be repealed, Normal people do not want to live in ally voted for old 666 himself, DJT. erned by elected representatives and by and that U.S. senators should no lon- these places with such folks. They also Another reports he feels no sense of an elected leader (such as a president) ger be elected directly by the people, can be found in charge of every failed, gratitude or respect for those of his rather than by a king or queen”, i.e.: but should return to being elected by dysfunctional, large — and some not- countrymen who served in the mili- power is not inherited. It is without state legislators who are elected by the so-large — city in America. Rational tary, only pity. Yet another, in the sin- a doubt, that in 1787 the most radical people. Or one can argue for repealing people fear having to live in such plac- gle-most ignorant, vicious, and hate- part of the American experiment was state- and local-level initiative and ref- es. ful statement ever to appear on these the non-monarchical nature of it, the erendum schemes. Or one can argue But, if you want to observe this pages equates American Christians fact that we were a republic and didn’t for making the Electoral College into a phenomena, you don’t need your bin- with the Taliban. It would be a safe merely break off and create a new king- deliberative body, in which the electors oculars, field guide book, and a bus bet to assume this avatar of tolerance dom with George Washington I as our are supposed to discuss the candidates ticket to find them in their natural sports a “Hate Has No Home Here” king. If the pinnacle of your patriotic and make various political deals, rath- habitat. Like ticks and mosquitoes, sign on his or her lawn. Total hypo- pride lies in the fact we are not a mon- er than being elected solely to vote for they’re everywhere; try as you might, crite. archy, then absolutely our republican particular candidates. And of course you can’t avoid them. And yet, these clowns continue form of government is most important. one can equally argue for making some I submit to you, gentle reader, for to live in this benighted area with This begs the question, again, aspects of U.S. government more direct, the past few weeks the pages of this its population of inbred troglodytes. what is the definition of a democra- for instance by shifting to truly direct newspaper have featured a veritable Why? If I were ashamed and embar- cy? Democracy literally means “rule election of the president, or by institute parade of moonbattery on display. rassed by the people near to whom by people”. A common definition of a federal-level initiative and referen- There has been such a determined I ended up living, why would I not “democracy” is, “Government by the dum. and, seemingly, coordinated assault relocate? If I thought my country was people, exercised either directly or But there is no basis for saying that on the character, the intelligence, an embarrassment to the human race, through elected representatives” — we the United States is somehow “not a indeed, the very worth as a person of I’d simply move to a better, richer, are that, too. We are a representative democracy, but a republic.” Today and those whose opinions are at variance freer, safer place to live out my days. democracy, which is a form of democ- in the Framing era, “democracy” has with those of our betters--our very There must be some place like that to racy. Remember a government by for been generally understood to include own moonbat community — that it’s which it’s easy enough to move. After and of the people? Indeed the American representative democracy as well as almost impossible to respond to their all, according to one of these batty peo- form of government has been called direct democracy. scattershot rhetorical aggressions in ple, borders are nothing more than a a “democracy” by leading American In 1787 the most radical and unique anything less than a 10,000 word essay. line in the sand, and it’s only America statesmen and legal commentators attribute of the United States was our I have come to think of them as our that worries about who wants to come from the Framing on. It’s true that republican form of government and not area’s Four Horsemen (sorry, horseper- in here. All other countries are wide some Framing-era commentators made based around a king. Today there are sons) of the Progressive Apocalypse: open. arguments that distinguished “democ- 149 counties claiming to be republics Pestilence, War, Famine, and Death. Not. racy” and “republic”; see, for instance, out of 195 UN member states. Granted Should their ill-conceived and failed I close for now with a quote I know The Federalist (No. 10), though even a few are actually monarchies such ideas prevail, and the fate of the old will drive the equalitarian equestrians that first draws the distinction between as North Korea. Today the most radi- REPUBLIC is handed over to social- to paroxysms of rage: “My country, “pure democracy” and a “republic,” cal and unique attribute of the United ist crooks, tyrants and traitors like may she always be right, but, right only later just saying “democracy.” States is that we are a government by Clinton, Sanders, Corey Booker, or wrong...my country.” (Stephen But even in that era, “representative for and of the people, where majority Kamala Harris, or just about any Decatur). We Rustbelt Rebels may democracy” was understood as a form rules while respecting minority rights, Massachusetts Democrat, then the have hated every minute of the years of democracy, alongside “pure democ- where every vote matters and every apocalypse will have arrived: three we had to suffer under LBJ, Clinton, racy”: John Adams used the term vote counts. hundred years of blood, sweat, toil, and and Obama, but we never gave up “representative democracy” in 1794; so By the way, the actual question in 1787 tears, always with the goal of building on our country. Progressives, suf- did Noah Webster in 1785; so did St. was, “Well, Doctor, what have we got--a “the shining city on a hill” will have fering as they do from TDS (Trump George Tucker in his 1803 edition of republic or a monarchy?” Benjamin been utterly wasted. Derangement Syndrome), would Blackstone; so did Thomas Jefferson in Franklin’s reply was “A republic--if you But, our local moonbats, like their destroy the whole country if that’s 1815. Tucker’s Blackstone likewise uses can keep it.” I believe Donald Trump counterparts everywhere, compound what it took to get rid of President “democracy” to describe a representa- recently expressed admiration for Xi the felony by being personally obnox- Trump, so all-consuming is their tive democracy, even when the qualifi- Jinping’s position as President for life ious in their offerings to this paper. hatred. Stay strong, Mr. President. er “representative” is omitted. and some conservatives want to see Likewise, James Wilson, one of the him hand off power to Ivanka eventual- They all seem to share a common trait: John McRae main drafters of the Constitution and ly. Perhaps we are losing our grip. a conscious willingness to brag about East Brookfield their accomplishments, their superior one of the first Supreme Court Justices, defended the Constitution in 1787 by Edith Miller speaking of the three forms of govern- Leicester Newton: ‘I’ doesn’t stand for ignoramus ment being the “monarchical, aristo- cratical, and democratical,” and said To the Editor: this community and sending my own First, I’d like to applaud the New children through its system, without Leader for showing a renewed effort regrets. for printing all the contrasting view- Also in this letter, I felt I came under Lamoureux-Kane: voting for Strauss points found in the numerous let- personal attack finding myself in “ a ters being written on a weekly basis. collection of low information voters”, To the Editor: cultural treasures and entrepreneurial Regardless of one’s political point of that we have a “lack of depth of knowl- On Sept. 4, and again Nov. 6, spirit, view, you have to appreciate the time edge on anything instead of research- I will be casting my ballot for Jean • improve public schools by retooling and effort the construction of some ing the issues themselves” and that we Strauss for state representative in the the state’s funding formula that too of these rather lengthy essays take. “simply lacked the intellectual depth 5th Worcester District. I am so excited often pits taxpayers against superinten- Hopefully the publications of these to understand what was going around to be able to support a candidate who dents and school boards, and letters will continue, remembering them.” I think he just called me stu- knows how to make real change in the • ensure our seniors can access avail- that opinion doesn’t necessarily mean pid, all due to the fact that I dared not state legislature. Jean, who lives in East able resources to preserve their health, truth (or fact) and that the other guy vote in the same fashion that he did. Brookfield, understands the impor- safety, independence and dignity. has an equal right to respond though What was I thinking, I should have tance of serving her constituency and Jean continues the legacy of great it may make your skin crawl. It’s this just listened to the intellectual elitists has made a point of meeting as many service to the district by Anne Gobi and area where I’d like to add my two cents and did what I was told because they people in the district as she can and Steve Brewer, who has enthusiastically In last week’s edition (8/16/18) of the are smarter than the rest of us. And really listening to our concerns. She is endorsed her candidacy. New Leader I found two letters, out of if we don’t realize that, we ought to. a problem solver with over a decade of She also happens to be an inspiring eight I think, that I’d like to respond. We should feel thankful that we’re experience in legislative advocacy. She and fascinating woman, an historian, First, there was a well written ‘Your given an opportunity just to be able will put aside partisanship to look for athlete, author and filmmaker who Turn’ column which listed, among to breathe the same rarified air that common sense and creative solutions to accomplishes all she sets out to do. I many, two topics I feel were right they do, much less disagree on a polit- our region’s challenges. encourage you to learn more by visit- on point: (a.) maintaining a certain ical topic. Of course they know better, Jean will work to: ing jean2018.org, and plan to vote in the degree of civility in these letters to the just ask them. Like the troglytes of • end the opioid crisis by preempting primary Sept. 4 and general election editor in hopes of continuing commu- Ardanan in the ‘City in the Clouds’ addiction (how about drop-in arts and Nov. 6. nity dialogue and (b.) giving credit to we should merely know our place and tech centers after school?), the New Leader for making an attempt life would be much better for everyone • increase economic opportunity in Danielle Lamoureux-Kane with the printing of all these letters to concerned. our overlooked towns by boosting our Brookfield show in a modest way that the ‘media Unbelievable! The arrogant, conde- is not our enemy’, at least at the local scending, pompous attitude of a self level. Kudos for that. inflated ego knows no bounds and they Unfortunately, though, virtually have the audacity to accuse anyone Perron: not happy with Warren next to that column was a letter to one on the other side of the political To the Editor: will you be concerned at the time if offi- which I will make my second response. spectrum of fuming the ‘hate’ rheto- United States Senator Elizabeth cers are racial? This letter made some very derogatory ric. Now I know I have to be careful Warren, with her disgusting, irrespon- Our police officers have the most remarks about the town of Spencer since I was the idiot who chose to use sible, comments about our law enforce- dangerous and difficult job, and we in general and specifically the lack my Master’s degree of mathematics ment and police officers, causes more owe them a debt of gratitude; and did of support it gives to its education- from the aforementioned WPI to try to division within our state; and her ‘apol- you forget Elizabeth that many officers al system. To this point I personally educate the unwashed of the Spencer/ ogy’ that we didn’t understand what in the uniforms of police departments take exception on a number of levels. East Brookfield school system, but it she said, just adds insult to our intel- held signs for your last election? I was teacher in this system for thir- was a decision I am proud of and never ligence. ty-two years and I think it qualifies regretted it once. I hope and pray that this is the begin- Well, most of us, Elizabeth, are going me to state as to the effort put in by OMG! ~ now I’m starting to sound ning of the end of you in the senate seat, to remember your hypocrisy when you the various faculties, to the interest, just like “them”. Sorry. Allow me to and I feel confident that many citizens run for re-election, and I’ll bet that concern, and support given to the fac- try to extricate myself out of this mess agree with my views. many diehard democrats admit that ulties by the parents, and certainly by saying that on my voter registra- you have to go. to the ‘quality’ of student this system tion card you’ll find a capital “I” next Eva E. Perron Also, Sen. Warren, God forbid you routinely produces. Brown, Harvard, to my name and it doesn’t mean igno- East Brookfield have an occasion to call 911 some day, Dartmouth, Holy Cross, and do I dare ramus. I try to approach each issue add WPI, are just some of the colleges with an open mind, do an appropriate Spencer/East Brookfield students amount of background research, and have attended. Financially the town of basically vote my conscience ~ left or Spencer provided me very nicely with right. the means to raise and support my Andy Newton family to the point of me relocating to East Brookfield Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­11 Home SummerThis section reaches 47,000 households in 7 Massachusetts newspapers. 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Salmon fishing on from the holder, the fish Lake Ontario has started is already hooked. I use to heat up for anglers in The Great multiple rods when bot- pursuit of king salmon. A tom fishing using circle report from Fat Nancy’s Outdoors hooks and often find all Bait & Tackle shop in of the rods with fish on Pulaski, N.Y. this past RALPH them at one time. At the week was all good news end of the day we caught for local anglers that want TRUE and released close to 100 to make the trip to the seabass, retaining our area to catch king salmon. six fish limit. The summer fishing has been great Numerous boats were observed chas- and the fishing is only going to get bet- ing schools of false albacore as they fed ter in the coming weeks. Lake fishing on schools of bait (bunker fish) near is good now through September and the surface. Seagulls and other shore the Salmon River heats up in middle to birds also fed on the baitfish allowing late September as the salmon migrate the anglers to constantly monitor the up the river to spawn. October will feeding fish. Catching these hard fight- have hundreds of fish in the river pro- ing fish with a fly rod can provide a lot viding fast action for most anglers, but of fun for the angler as they strip line trying to fish with as many anglers from the reel. The boats often need to as fish is absolutely crazy. The carni- chase the fish down to retrieve some val like atmosphere for anglers casting line before the reel is totally stripped. their bait to the fish from both sides After we had called it a day, we observe of the river, results in chaos for many a large school of albacore surface feed- Courtesy photo anglers. Fishing Lake Ontario from a ing on the schools of baitfish near the boat has a more relaxed, but exciting entrance of the west wall, but they Last week we had the wrong photo for Mike Daniels and his monster salmon; so get a load fishing adventure. quickly disappeared to deeper water of it here. It weighed in at 39 pounds 9 ounces, nearly 40 pounds total. As big as some chil- This past week this writer and Harry as we approached them. Most all of the dren…one monster of salmon. Salmon enjoyed a great day catching seabass that we caught were feeding on The regular Massachusetts waterfowl and black duck populations are also fluke and seabass off of the Point Judith the bunker and coughed them up while season opens on Oct. 9 in the Central increasing in the area. lighthouse in 40 to 50 ft. of water. Harry we were removing them from the hook. District for ducks and geese. Teal were Surplus Massachusetts antlerless caught numerous fluke in the 18 inch The first segment of the Massachusetts the number one bird that provided this deer permits go on sale Sept. 25 for zone class and were released because they goose season is scheduled to open on writer with some great shooting in my 11, Sept. 10 zone 10, Sept. 27, 9,13, & 14. fell short of the 19 inch minimum legal Sept. 4 this year statewide. The 15 younger years, but seem to have disap- All sales start at 8:00 a.m.! size. He was rewarded with a nice 24 bird daily limit of Canada geese will peared from the area. Flights of blue Last week’s picture of Mike Daniels’ inch doormat near the end of the day. be hard to fill if not impossible. Most wing teal and green wing teal migrat- 39 lb. 9 oz. striper was incorrect. This The huge fluke hit his combo of frozen of the corn fields in the area will not ing south were early in October, and week’s picture shows Mike with his shiners as bait, affixed to his #3 circle be cut prior to opening day due to the we always asked Fish & Wildlife to fish. Also one local angler observed hooks. Love them or hate them, circle heavy amounts of rain. Some fields consider this when setting the duck a seal carrying a large striper in his hooks work. You just need to remem- are so waterlogged that harvesting the season, giving waterfowl sportsmen mouth last week in the canal. They sure ber not to set the hook when a bite is crops anytime soon is going to be tough the opportunity to harvest some of the do eat a lot of fish! felt on the rod. The hook is designed for the local farmers. The heavy rain birds before they passed through the to hook the fish by itself. It works very has impacted many crops of vegetables area. The local duck population is in Take A Kid Fishing & Keep Them well when the rod is placed in a rod in the area this year, including resident good shape with wood duck popula- Rods Bending!! holder. By the time you remove the rod back yard crops. tions increasing every year. Mallards

Madaio’s vehicle or fell said Worcester County mine how long it was in the accident or has infor- Police Chief David ACCIDENT from another vehicle, District Attorney Joseph the road before the col- mation on the source Darrin. “Vehicle opera- continued from page 1 police said. The incident Early, Jr. “More recent- lision or if it was kicked of the crowbar is asked tors should be mindful of Madaio’s vehicle left the occurred shortly before 10 ly as a defense attorney, up by a passing vehicle. to contact the Spencer this and also report any road and struck an unoc- a.m. near the Crestview John was a dedicated The accident reconstruc- Police Department at road hazards they may cupied car in a parking Condominiums. Madaio, advocate for his clients. tion team is comprised 508-885-6333. Police are observe to police.” lot before crashing over a defense attorney based John touched many peo- by officers from the also reminding drivers Madaio is survived an embankment. First in Worcester, had just ple in his life with his Central Massachusetts to make sure their loads by his wife, Sue, and his responders had to break left East Brookfield sharp wit, his compas- Law Enforcement are secure, especially daughters, Molly and the passenger window to District Court on Route sion, and his legal abili- Council. Spencer Police vehicles with trailers or Laura. Molly Madaio gain access to Madaio, 9. Colleagues, clients and ties. He will be missed by officers were assisted overhead storage. currently works in who was transported to residents continue to all who knew him. This on scene by members of “Law requires that a the Worcester County Harrington Hospital in mourn his loss. is a big loss for our com- the State Police and East vehicle be loaded in such District Attorney’s Southbridge and pro- “John was a great munity.” Brookfield Police, along a manner to prevent the Office, her father’s for- nounced dead. father, great lawyer, and Investigators continue with the Spencer Fire escape of contents that mer employer. The crowbar was extremely well-respected to search for the source Department and East could create litter or a either sent airborne by member of the DA’s office of the crowbar, though it Brookfield EMS. potential hazard to anoth- for more than 15 years,” will be difficult to deter- Anyone who witnessed er vehicle,” said Spencer

portive of seeing the rail trail RAIL TRAIL project through to completion. continued from page 1 Volunteers might not reach this,” said Kiley, the chairman the East Brookfield border of the Board. “We have gotten until next year, as there are great feedback from the town several areas of thick vege- on this project. It will be very tation and a few waterlogged scenic once it’s completed.” spots following a rainy sum- The North Brookfield mer. Using weed whackers, Railroad first opened the rail tractors, and clippers, vol- line in 1876, a project that linked unteers have meticulously the town with the Boston and opened up the overgrown trail Albany Railroad main line in and hauled away debris each East Brookfield. Trains trans- weekend. Many of the volun- ported freight and passengers teers are seniors determined to through North Brookfield for see a walking trail that can be several decades before the enjoyed by all residents. tracks were removed in 1976, Once the clearing component 100 years later. For many years of the project is finished, volun- the fate of the former rail line teers will turn their attention was uncertain, with multiple to surfacing the trail to facil- ideas proposed for the line itate bikes and strollers. To and the nearby train station. protect residents and the trail Officials even considered the surface, no motorized vehicles possibility of returning rail will be allowed on the trail. service to North Brookfield in “After we get the trail rees- 2010, but the idea eventually tablished, we can continue to faded as interest in the rail move forward in steps,” Tripp trail increased. said. Now the Board is fully sup- Officials thank all residents and businesses that donated to the cause, including Spencer’s Bond Sand, Gravel Volunteers work hard to clear the rail trail on August 19. and Asphalt, Keyes Paving, Inc., and resi- dent volunteers.

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BY KEN POWERS SPORTS CORRESPONDENT OXFORD — Watching the Laid Back Competitive Baseball League (LBCBL) is a lot like watching television in the summer — nothing but reruns. For the third consecutive year, the Turner’s Club Nuts of Sturbridge are the LBCBL champions, thanks to a two- game sweep of the Oxford Bomb Squad, which beat the Nuts twice during the regular season. The Bomb Squad was the only team to defeat the Nuts this summer. With this year’s championship the Nuts became the first team in the six- year history of the league to win the championship three times, breaking the record of two league championships, which was held by the North Brookfield Gunners. Because of those two losses to the Bomb Squad, the Nuts finished in sec- ond place in the regular season to the Bomb Squad. In the Championship Series the Nuts were focused on not only avenging those two losses, but winning a third consecutive league title. As a result Turner’s Club (14-2 in the regular season) took care of busi- Courtesy photo ness quickly, winning the first game of The Turner’s Club Nuts of Sturbridge celebrate following their third straight Laid Back Competitive Baseball League title. the best-of-three series 8-2, on Saturday, Aug. 18, at Horgan Field. The game was called with one out in the top of the sixth saw Bell on the bump for the Nuts and ber of the Southbridge Spectacles. “The growing.” inning when heavy rains made the field he threw a complete game shutout. competition was good both days, to be Higgins, who played his high school unplayable for the rest of the day. Oxford’s Kris Doyle also turned in an honest.” baseball at Southbridge High and is Leading the way for the Nuts in their impressive performance on the hill, The LBCBL was founded back in also a member of the Spectacles, said Game 1 win was Ray Bell, who belted allowing just two runs in six innings of 2012 by Cody Mundell, who ran the he hopes to have 12 teams in the league a two-run homer, and starting pitch- work. league until this past offseason when next year. er Pat Button, who went the distance The Bomb Squad finished 11-1 in the Matt Higgins took over as league presi- “I’m not 100 percent sure about expan- and allowed just two runs. The Bomb regular season, its only loss coming to dent and Proulx became vice president. sion for next year,” Higgins said. “The Squad’s lone highlight from the Game 1 the Southbridge Spectacles, 8-1, back on Higgins said the league is doing well and original goal was to get to 14 teams, but was a solo home run off the bat of Nick June 30. This was the team’s first-ever he hopes it will get stronger and bigger. I think a more realistic goal is to have Bruzios. The round-tripper was Bruzios’ trip to the LBCBL Championship Series. “This year we had 10 teams and at 12 teams next year. I do think we can first-ever LBCBL dinger. Offensively in the Championship the end of the season we kind of threw get more teams than we had this year. The Nuts then made sure there was Series the Nuts’ Logan Nellis led the a couple of teams together because they It will come down to really advertis- no cardiac comeback by the Bomb way, driving in a total of four runs. were struggling to get nine guys out ing in the surrounding communities. Squad on Sunday, Aug. 19, returning to “It was a pretty competitive series; there for some games,” Higgins said. We’re going to have a golf tournament Horgan Field and prevailing in a pitch- today’s game [Sunday’s 2-0 win] was “From a long-term perspective, howev- as a fundraiser so we’ll be able to really ing duel, 2-0, to claim the 2018 LBCBL extremely well played,” said Eric er, I think we’re in pretty good shape. advertise in the surrounding communi- Championship. Proulx, a former player at Tantasqua We’re gaining a lot of interest around ties and gain some more interest. So, I Game 2 of the Championship Series Regional who is currently vice presi- the surrounding communities. I think definitely think [12 teams for next year] dent of the LBCBL as well as a mem- overall we’re in a good position to keep is a realistic possibility.” The 10 teams currently in the league represent several towns and communi- ties throughout Central Massachusetts, Sports Briefs including Sturbridge, Southbridge, Oxford, Shrewsbury, North Brookfield, WORCESTER — Wormtown Milers Quail Hollow will host a Glow Ball Dudley and Charlton. and Rapscallion Brewery are pleased Tournament on Friday, Sept. 7 with Going forward the LBCBL hopes to to announce 9Round Worcester as an 8:45 p.m. shotgun start. You will continue to expand into other towns the naming sponsor of the inaugural play holes 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 and 10. Dinner and communities throughout Central Running Out Of Summer 5K to be reservations (along with live enter- Massachusetts. Some of the towns that held on Saturday, Aug. 25. The race, tainment) before the tournament are could field teams in the near future which begins and ends at Rapscallion encouraged. Sign up in the clubhouse. include Spencer, Leicester, Auburn, Brewery in Sturbridge, benefits Members will receive first preference. Millbury, Sutton, Webster, Douglas, Second Chance Animal Services of Sign up as a foursome, with a total fee Grafton, Northbridge, Uxbridge and Worcester and East Brookfield. of $80 per team. Worcester. “We are extremely excited to be Higgins said the LBCBL has recent- Sturbridge Wicked looking part of such a worthwhile event,” ly filed paperwork to become a 501c3 commented Sheri Barrette, Owner Charlton Old Home Day non-profit organization. for interested softball players of 9Round Worcester. “Not only does “We just incorporated about a month this event support animal welfare — a Road Race fast approaching ago,” Higgins said. “We’re a non-profit The 2018 Sturbridge 10U Girls’ cause deeply important to me person- corporation and now we’ve filed the Fastpitch Softball team, who also play ally — but it also focuses on including The 52nd annual Charlton Old paperwork for the 501c3 tax-exempt sta- in four summer tournaments under fitness in a healthy lifestyle, a core Home Day Road Race will take tus, but that can take up to six months the name “Wicked-Softball,” finished value of 9Round Fitness.” place on Monday, Sept. 3. The race to be finalized. Things are going really their season with 24 wins and only The race was conceived by the will start at 9 a.m. with registration well. We have a long term prospectus four losses. They went undefeated Wormtown Milers and Rapscallion beginning at 7:30 a.m. in front of the and we want to partner with the local in the recreation season, won the Brewery as a means to promote com- Town Hall across from the Library communities and local Little Leagues Webster Tournament and made it to munity, philanthropy and fun in south at 37 Main Street (Route 31). The and towns to use the proceeds that we the semifinals of the remaining three central Worcester county. The charity entry fee is $20. Be one of the first get to not only make our league better but to also make the community ball tournaments in Dighton, Bellingham was chosen by asking Rapscallion Mug 300 pre-registered participants and fields better and help the Little Leagues and Wyantskill, N.Y. This team is Club Members and Wormtown Milers receive a Tree House Brewing Co. get better at the same time.” aging up to 12U and looking for the members to vote for their charity of pour! Walkers are welcome! Get race right players to fill a few openings. choice, with Second Chance being the applications at the Charlton Town Sturbridge girls’ softball is a fami- overwhelming winner. Hall, Charlton Optical or on www. ly-oriented program dedicated to pre- Participants in this inaugural event CharltonOldHomeDayRoadRace. paring your daughter to play compet- will enjoy a scenic, timed 5K race that com. See website for link to online itively once they reach Junior High is dog- and kid-friendly, and will also registration and mail-in forms. and High School levels. We put sports- receive a tech shirt, medal, and a free manship above everything else and beer specially brewed by Rapscallion build confidence to play the game the for the event — the Running Out Of Leicester Little League Golf right way. If your daughter is on our Summer Ale. The beer will be brewed in a very limited quantity, on tap sole- Tournament set for Sept. 22 ATHLETE team, so are you. The cost is minimal, of we all split the cost for tournaments ly on the day of the event and the eve- Leicester Little League is hosting its equally. ning prior during bib pick-up. the annual Golf Tournament to support WEEK While based in Sturbridge, the The race, which takes place at 10 youth baseball. The event will have Wicked opens playing opportunities to a.m., caps at 300 runners. 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Letters to the Editor Rosenberg: this is absurd

To the Editor: stuff they report on when there are ourselves into a monarchy by passing Force. A Space Force seems pretty What passes today for ordinary polit- clearly important things going on in the torch to Ivanka. This same letter rich coming from the party that com- ical commentary, “the other side”, is the country and the world scares me. writer feels pretty strongly that I and plained for eight years about spending just mind blowing. I always knew that What disturbs me is how when some- my fellow Americans should either too much and having too many federal despite our strong checks and balanc- thing big and important is happening love this country as it is or leave it. To bureaucrats. Now they are trying to es there was nothing structural from that doesn’t play well with Fox’s polit- where, may I ask? We have seen, in solve a ‘problem’ nobody knew existed preventing the United States from ical agenda it gets buried if it is even these pages, the press attacked and any by spending billions upon billions and electing a demonstrably unfit person on the front page at all. Usually Fox is news which paints Trump negatively creating loads of bureaucratic ineffi- with no relevant experience, a celebri- careful to make sure to report every- (which is most of it) declared “fake.” ciency with a separate branch. I espe- ty to any office. I always knew that the thing so that they can’t be accused of We have had several conservatives cially like how, in line with Trump’s American people could vote away all being a tabloid or Republican party claim that our country is not a democ- ignorant remarks, the EU and Canada of our freedoms and could vote either apparatus, but they sure are good at racy and one described democracy as are listed among our chief adversaries. directly or indirectly to end democracy hiding important stories of the day mob rule while going on to say that The conservatives who write into as we know it. Personally, I feel that while splashing something irrelevant there is a political purpose of immigra- this paper have been quick to jump democracy, as a form of government, is about Hillary Clinton as the main tion to hijack democracy. What is the on the liberal writers but seem to be failing. We are in a post-fact era and a story. alternative suggestion, an apartheid ignoring the outlandish ‘conservative’ democracy cannot function in a tribal As I look at the last few months of the solution that creates a caste system comments. Is this what passes for con- environment with cults of personality Spencer New Leader letter writers, I with only the top, rural and subur- servative political thought these days? running for office and an electorate see hand wringing and teeth gnashing ban white Christian caste allowed to Are you unwilling to say anything indifferent or even hostile to facts. over successful societal advances such vote? Or is the dream a benevolent because they are on your “team”? For I regularly read the Washington as the introduction of “the pill.” I see a dictator that bows to the whims of the intellectual integrity of your ideol- Post, New York Times, Vox, CNN, and writer thanking Russia for their 2016 the armed minority of America? We ogy you should probably focus on the watch the PBS NewsHour among other election interference since he likes the have had conservative letter writers ridiculous and absurd things that are sources. I am aware Fox News is the result indicating a strong “end justifies call for repealing the 1st Amendment said by your political allies. most popular singular news source in the means” attitude. I see somebody and establishing a Christian theocracy America and the sole news source for seemingly infatuated with Trump spin- which while scary, I appreciate the David Rosenberg a lot of people. I occasionally log onto ning everything he has done including honesty. I really enjoyed this week’s Spencer foxnews.com just to see what their some despicable things positively and full throated support of Trump’s latest ‘front page’ stories are and the trivial finishing up with a suggestion to turn deflection of ridiculousness - the Space

news cites dominated by CFR globalists are not PEASE accurate or verifiable, as per the Trump Russian LIVELY continued from page A9­­­ continued from page A7­­­ Collusion story, why should they get a pass? That is the point. Real, Fake, May 8, 2017, p. 11). people will vote for me simply because I’m not Charlie As reported the latest ploy in the “ideological But bias against alternative news sources was Baker. But there are a lot of people who know who I am, who squeeze play” is the current practice of Internet not enough. A second tier of the attack has been know what I stand for, and who are working hard to get me giants Facebook, Google and Twitter’s intentional to cut off conservative advertisers. Each has elected. They’re getting out the message.” move to closeout conservative viewpoints on their complained about this — even Rush Limbaugh. Lively said a major motivation for challenging Baker is platforms by removing their pages or even, in the AppNexus, who specializes in Internet ad delivery corruption. case of Alex Jones, suspending his channel. It does and handles about $2.5 billion in ad spending, has “I want to work for the restoration of ethics. Charlie Baker appear that the present move of the globalist is to also adopted the “ideological squeeze play” as has talked about doing away with patronage but he’s the close out all opposition media? have Omnicom and AdRoll “two additional huge worst culprit ever. We’ve had a culture of corruption in this advertisement buying networks that have joined state for a very long time. He didn’t introduce it, but it’s got- Dr. Harold Pease is a syndicated columnist and the thought police.” ten worse under his administration.” an expert on the United States Constitution. He has Over a year ago ADRoll informed InfoWars that The Shelburne Falls resident points to the recent State dedicated his career to studying the writings of the their advertising campaigns were suspended. Police overtime scandal as just one example of corruption in Founding Fathers and applying that knowledge to “All content on your website should be relevant, the Baker administration. current events. He taught history and political sci- accurate, informative, and up to date. Any claims Lively has been married to his wife Anne for 36 years and ence from this perspective for over 30 years at Taft should be easily verifiable” (Ibid.). the couple have four children. College. Newspapers have permission to publish Using this criteria, anything could be excluded. this column. To read more of his weekly articles, Since so much of MSNBC, NBC, CNN and other please visit www.LibertyUnderFire.org LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDERS

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Here in New England, summer is a greenish tinge, as they simple project, which pits. Toss with lemon juice. Dip toma- celebrated with the long awaited peach may have been picked too Take requires only a peach toes into boiling water, then peel and crop. Native peaches are offered up by early to contain the desired the pit and patience. seed them. Cut into medium julienne area orchards, local farmers markets sweetness. And ignore the Here’s how: After strips. Combine peaches and tomatoes. and roadside stands. Patrons, eager to peach’s red blush, as it does Hint you enjoy a fresh Add onions and peppers. Whisk togeth- taste the first juicy peach of the sum- not promise superior taste, peach, remove the er oil, vinegar and honey. Pour over mer, often extend the short peach sea- simply an abundance of sun KAREN pit, wash it, and store other ingredients. Refrigerate. son by toting home a bag or bushel of exposure. in the refrigerator ** TRAINOR fresh peaches to become holiday pies The flesh of a peach should until the weather just Fresh Peach Pie and top shelf jams and jellies. have a slight give. Not sure begins to cool, usual- Homemade made easy (and scrump- In recognition of the refreshing, which peach to pick? If all ly in late September, tious)! ever so sweet, summertime peach, are ready to harvest, choose the larger or early October. At that time, plant the Ingredients: Ten fresh peaches, pitted this week’s column will celebrate the fruits as they have been on the tree lon- cooled pit in the ground about five inch- and sliced; one third cup all-purpose pleasures of peaches. ger, upping the odds of a sweeter pick. es deep. Cover with soil. In the spring flour; one cup white sugar; one quarter Peach History: Did you know? To properly pick a peach, careful- you will see green sprouts. Continue to cup butter; pastry for a double crust pie Peaches were first grown in China, ly twist the stem off the tree. Experts water and fertilize the growing plant Instructions: Mix flour, sugar and traced as far back as 551 BC. Peaches advise handling freshly picked peaches and your young tree will bear fruit in as butter into crumb stage. Place one crust are a member of the same family as the as if they were eggs to avoid bruising. A little as two years! in the bottom of a 9 inch pie plate. rose, which accounts for its sweet fra- soft tree-picked peach should be eaten Peachy Recipes Line the shell with some sliced peaches. grance. But early peaches, which were within two days of picking. Shortcut Peach Jam Sprinkle some of the butter mixture tiny and tart with a larger pit and lots To ripen peaches at home, spread Don’t have time to “put up” jars of on top of the peaches, and then put of fuzz, barely resembled today’s plump, them on a flat surface and do not allow peach jam? Try this shortcut way to more peaches on top of the crumb mix- juicy fruit. Despite its shortcomings, them to touch. Bruising can be fatal to a produce peach preserves: ture. Continue layering until both the the historic peach earned its place in peach, so keep handling to a minimum. Ingredients: Two cups fresh peaches, peaches and crumbs are gone. Top with early Chinese folklore, as it was consid- Or place peaches in a brown paper bag peeled, pitted and mashed; four cups lattice strips of pie crust. Bake at 350º F ered to bring luck and immortality. In to escalate ripening. Do not pile peach- sugar; two tablespoons lemon juice; two (175º C) for 45 minutes, or until crust is fact, today, the Chinese still consider es in the bag, rather spread them out teaspoons Fresh Fruit; one 3ounce pkg. golden. Allow pie to cool before slicing. peaches are proper birthday gifts. so they do not touch. Ripened peaches liquid pectin (Sure Gel); one quarter Best when eaten fresh. Strains of early peaches attracted will keep their flavor for up to five days teaspoon cinnamon. ** favor and the tasty fruit traveled from in the vegetable crisper drawer of the Instructions: Combine peaches, Win Dinner for Two at the Publick China through Europe and finally to refrigerator. sugar, lemon juice, Fresh Fruit and cin- House the “New World,” gaining legions of Health Benefits of Peaches namon in a large, deep casserole dish. Your tips can win you a great dinner fans along the way. The Romans fond- Peaches are low in calories and are Microwave on high, uncovered, for five for two at the historic Publick House ly dubbed peaches “Persian Apples,” rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C, cal- minutes. Stir well. Microwave on high Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send for the country that first introduced cium, boron, magnesium, phospho- uncovered for about 16 more minutes, in a hint to be entered into a random the sweet fruit to the west. Louis XIV rus, potassium, fluoride, iron and fla- or until a full rolling boil is reached. Stir drawing. One winner per month will of France was so fond of peaches that vonoids. The fruit is also a moderate in pectin, skim off foam with a spoon. win a fabulous three course dinner for he once awarded a pension to the man source of vitamin A and B carotine Pour into hot sterilized jars, leaving a two at the renowned restaurant, locat- who provided him with peaches from One average peach is typically under quarter inch space. Cover with metal ed on Route 131 across the town com- Montreuil, a suburb of Paris. 50 calories and provides almost three lids, and screw on bands. Let stand at mon in historic Sturbridge. Because While Spanish explorers brought the quarters of the daily vitamin C require- room temperature until cool. Store in I’m in the business of dispensing tips, peach to America, Native Americans ment. Peaches are also an antioxidant, refrigerator up to 3 weeks. Makes seven not inventing them (although I can take are credited with spreading their culti- diuretic, expectorant, and a laxative. half pints. credit for some), I’m counting on you vation. Eventually, Georgia was named Studies show the potassium in peaches, Peachy Salsa readers out there to share your best the Peach State, for its abundant peach coupled with the fiber of the fruit, can This salsa balances sweet and hot, for helpful hints! crops, which flourished in the warm, help lower blood pressure. a versatile topping that’s sure to be a ** southern climate. In addition, peaches have also been crowd pleaser. Do you have a helpful hint or handy touted as a weapon in treating the fol- Ingredients: one pound peaches, tip that has worked for you? Do you have Tips to Pick Perfect Peaches lowing ailments: anemia, asthma, aci- (about three medium); one tablespoon a question regarding household or gar- Peaches should be picked at their dosis, bronchitis, bladder and kidney lemon juice; two ripe tomatoes; six den matters? If so, why not share them prime of ripeness as the fruit does not stones, constipation, gastritis, and poor large green onions; one tablespoon with readers of Stonebridge Press news- always ripen well after its been plucked digestion. canned jalapeño peppers, chopped; 12 papers? Send questions and/or hints off the tree. Choose your peaches care- Peaches are also used to improve tablespoons good quality olive oil; six to: Take the Hint! C/o the Southbridge fully, as a fruit picked prematurely skin tone and elasticity; strengthen the tablespoon sherry vinegar; two table- Evening News, PO Box 90; Southbridge, could spoil before it ripens. lungs, aid in proper circulation and spoon honey. MA 01550. Or email [email protected]. A peach that is ripe to be picked has reduce perspiration. Instructions: Dip peaches into boil- Hints are entered into a drawing for a yellowish color, which extends to the Plant a Peach Tree ing water and then peel the skins. Cut dinner for two at the historic Publick stem area. Avoid peaches that show Both kids and adults alike enjoy this peaches into thin strips and throw away House Inn. Unique edibles to wow your guests

tard) and edible Stuff a few of the Garden flowers like calen- uniquely shaped Mad dulas, nasturtiums Hatter sweet peppers Moments and pansies. The with cheese. Your guests new Patio Choice will enjoy the beauty and tomatoes produce refreshing citrusy floral MELINDA up to 100 yellow flavor of this three-sided MYERS cherry tomatoes on red pepper. The vigorous an 18” plant. Plant plant produces an abun- it in a container for dance of fruit, so you’ll a splendid display have plenty to use fresh then watch as guests har- in appetizers and salads our next gathering vest fresh tomatoes from throughout the growing one to remember by your centerpiece. season or pickled for including a few unique Dress up the table, future enjoyment. vegetables on the relish indoors or out, by using End the evening with tray, as a side dish or a few potted herbs as cen- a surprise. Serve each for dessert. Your guests terpieces. Include Dark guest their own water- will be “wowed” not only Opal basil with dark melon for dessert. Mini because you grew your purple leaves and com- Love watermelon packs own ingredients, but pact Dolce Fresca in a lots of sweet flavor into because of the unique simple container or more individual size fruit. shape, color or flavor of decorative pot to create Or brighten their des- the vegetables you serve. a splendid display. Just sert plates with a slice Create a memorable place a pair of garden or two of Gold in Gold. dining experience with snips on the table and let This eye-catching water- attractive edible contain- your guests flavor their melon has a yellow rind ers adorning the patio, meals. with golden stripes. The balcony or deck. Include Make any meal special orange-gold flesh is crisp a few Candle Fire okra with a bok choy fritta- and sugary. plants in large containers ta. Your guests will be With just a little plan- to create a tropical feel. impressed when you ning, you can plant The dark green leaves, create this popular dish unique and beautiful edi- hibiscus flowers and col- from your own home- bles in your garden and orful red pods make a grown ingredients. Asian containers this season. striking display in a con- Delight pak choi (or bok Then find fun ways to tainer or the garden. choy) is slow to flower include these in dishes Surprise guests with so you will enjoy sea- shared at potlucks, meals roasted Candle Fire okra son-long harvests. The for family and friends, or and Candyland red cur- mild flavored tender as a snack to enjoy on a rant tomatoes. Roasting white stems and textured summer afternoon. okra eliminates the slime dark green leaves look that prevents many from good in containers, the Melinda Myers has eating this unique vege- garden and when served written more than table. 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Then yield, flavor, color and magazine and was com- add a contrasting orna- performance made them missioned by AAS for her mental leaf lettuce like winners in the non-prof- expertise to write this Red Sails, long lasting it All-America Selections article. Myers’ web site vibrant Red Kingdom national trials (all-ameri- is www.melindamyers. Photo courtesy All American Selections Mizuna (Japanese mus- caselections.org). com. The uniquely shaped Mad Hatter sweet red pepper has a refreshing citrusy floral flavor. www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­17 POLICE REPORTS mv (Cranberry Meadow Road), spo- medical/general (South Spencer MONDAY, AUGUST 13 Spencer Police ken to; 12:50 p.m.: abandoned 911 call Road); 9:50 p.m.: suspicious mv (Main 12:19 a.m.: building checked, secure; (West Main Street), spoken to; 2:41 Street), spoken to; 10:00 p.m.: mv com- 12:20 a.m.: disturbance (Bixby Road), p.m.: residential alarm (Ash Street), plaint (Route 49), erratic operation; female yelling; 12:52-3:20 a.m.: build- Department services rendered; 2:59 p.m.: wire 11:12 p.m.: disturbance (Mechanic ings checked, secure; 4:34 a.m.; suspi- fraud (Fairview Drive), repeated com- Street), spoken to; 11:29 p.m.: building cious activity (Grove Street), spoken pany calls; 3:08 p.m.: lost/found (West checked, secure. to; 8:53 a.m.: medical/general (Main Editor’s Note: The information con- Main Street), S/S card; 3:45 p.m.: acci- SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 Street); 9:30 a.m.: lost/found (West tained in this police log was obtained dent (Main Street), report taken; 4:16 12:05-12:24 a.m.: buildings checked, Main Street), money clip found; 9:58 through public documents kept by the p.m.: school alarm (Ash Street), ser- secure; 12:24 a.m.: commercial alarm a.m.: accident (Main Street), report police department, and is considered to vices rendered; 4:32 p.m.: medical/gen- (West Main Street), services rendered; taken; 10:46 a.m.: suspicious activi- be the account of the police. All subjects eral (Maple Street); 5:03 p.m.: officer 12:40-1:14 a.m.: buildings checked, ty (South Spencer Road), spoken to; are considered innocent until proven wanted (Temple Street), welfare check; secure; 1:17 a.m.: disturbance (Chestnut 10:49 a.m.: accident (Main Street), guilty in a court of law. 5:14 p.m.: animal complaint (Bacon Street), spoken to; 1:20-3:22 a.m.: build- report taken; 11:06 a.m.: officer wanted Police agencies can no longer print Hill Road), injury; 5:23 p.m.: mv stop ings checked, secure; 3:27 p.m.: suspi- (Summit Street), welfare check/209A the names of people who are arrested or (Temple Street); 5:36 p.m.: officer want- cious activity (Holmes Street), spoken service; 12:31 p.m.: officer wanted charged with domestic assault related ed (Church Street), welfare check/ to; 3:38-3:47 a.m.: buildings checked, (Maple Street), spoken to; 12:40 p.m.: charges. The new law is designed to pro- child; 5:49 p.m.: school alarm (Main secure; 10:28 a.m.: DPW call (Mechanic 911 call (Monticello Drive), misdial; tect victims, so they are not re-victimized Street); services rendered; 5:52 p.m.: Street), wire down; 10:34 a.m.: DPW call 12:46 p.m.: harassment prevention through indirect identification. officer wanted (Highland Street), info (Grove Street), flooded manhole; 11:08 order service (West Main Street); given; 5:57 p.m.: disturbance (Chestnut a.m.: DPW call (Donnelly Road), road 12:54 p.m.: medical/general (Bay Path Street), spoken to; 6:17 p.m.: medical/ flooded; 11:47 a.m.: school alarm (Ash Road); 1:19 p.m.: lost/found (Crestview WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 general (South Spencer Road); 6:17 Street), services rendered; 12:06 p.m.: Drive), found cell phone; 1:23 p.m.: 12:00-12:19 a.m.: buildings checked, p.m.: medical/general (Cherry Street); accident (West Main Street), report animal complaint (Main Street), miss- secure; 12:22 a.m.: medical/general 6:20 p.m.: disabled mv (Smithville Cross taken; 12:16 p.m.: mv stop (Route 49); ing dog; 2:25 p.m.: burglary (Grove (Lake Street); 12:25-12:56 a.m.: build- Road), assisted; 7:14 p.m.: DPW call 2:13 p.m.: mv stop (Maple Street); 4:42 Street), report taken; 3:08 p.m.: LTC ings checked, secure; 1:00 a.m.: mv (Chestnut Street), referred; 7:31 p.m.: p.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 6:01 p.m.: issued (West Main Street), assisted; repossession (Lincoln Street), assisted; residential fire (Greenville Street), ser- animal complaint (West Main Street), 3:12 p.m.: accident (Norcross Road), 1:18 a.m.: building checked, secure; vices rendered; 8:40 p.m.: suspicious injured dog; 6:22-6:38 p.m.: buildings report taken; 3:56 p.m.: accident 1:36 a.m.: medical/general (Lincoln mv (Paxton Road), spoken to; 8:44 checked, secure; 6:44 p.m.: medical/ (Charlton Road), repot taken; 4:44 p.m.: Street), lift assist; 1:56-2:45 a.m.: build- p.m.: mv lockout (West Main Street), general (Main Street); 7:01-7:07 p.m.: LTC issued (West Main Street), assist- ings checked, secure; 5:20 a.m.: acci- assisted; 8:49 p.m.: medical/general buildings checked, secure; 7:52 p.m.: ed; 7:05 p.m.: fire alarm (Irving Street), dent (Charlton Road), report taken; (Pleasant Street); 9:17 p.m.: accident disabled mv (North Spencer Road), services rendered; 7:30 p.m.: building 7:31 a.m.: officer wanted (Mechanic (Route 49), report taken; 10:11 p.m.: assisted; 8:10 p.m.: medical/general checked, secure; 8:14 p.m.: DPW call Street), spoken to; 8:23 a.m.: medical/ suspicious activity (Cherry Street), (West Main Street); 8:27-11:50 p.m.: (Church Street), wire down; 8:15 p.m.: general (Howe Village Road); 9:52 spoken to; 10:28 p.m.: mv stop (May buildings checked, secure. medical/general (Jolicoeur Avenue); a.m.: officer wanted (Chestnut Street), Street); 10:45 p.m.: mv stop (Charlton SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 8:44-8:56 p.m.: buildings checked, scam IRS call; 10:37 a.m.: medical/gen- Road); 11:14 p.m.: suspicious activity 12:03-2:54 a.m.: buildings checked, secure; 9:27 p.m.: medical/general eral (Howe Village Road); 11:09 a.m.: (Main Street), spoken to. secure; 2:32 a.m.: abandoned 911 call (Northwest Road); 9:30 p.m.: officer officer wanted (Maple Street), assist FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 (West Main Street), spoken to; 2:54 wanted (Main Street), spoken to; 9:45- BOH; 12:50 p.m.: building checked, 12:13-1:56 a.m.: buildings checked, a.m.: building checked, secure; 2:56 10:50 p.m.: buildings checked, secure. secure;1:41 p.m.: medical/general secure; 2:08 a.m.: commercial alarms a.m.: suspicious activity (West Main TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 (Howe Village Road); 2:15 p.m.: animal (West Main Street), services rendered; Street), spoken to; 3:04 a.m.: building 12:05-12:31 a.m.: buildings checked, control (Greenville Street), injured ani- 3:02-3:07 a.m.: buildings checked, checked, secure; 6:15 a.m.: parking secure; 12:34 a.m.: commercial alarm mal; 2:35 p.m.: DPW call (Paxton Road), secure; 4:58 a.m.: suspicious activity complaint (Church Street), spoken to; (Olde Main Street), services rendered; power lines down; 2:36 p.m.: mv com- (William Casey Road), spoken to; 5:40 7:08 a.m.: abandoned 911 call (Chestnut 1:07-1:52 a.m.: buildings checked, plaint (Main Street), erratic operation; a.m.: building checked, secure; 7:16 Street), accidental; 7:21 a.m.: officer secure; 3:33 a.m.: 911 call (Pleasant 3:04 p.m.: fire alarm (Howe Village a.m.: medical/general (Roys Drive); wanted (North Brookfield Road), wire Street), no answer on c/b; 4:16 a.m.: Road), services rendered; 3:43 p.m.: 911 8:12 a.m.: officer wanted (Jolicoeur down; 8:03 a.m.: lost/found (West Main suspicious activity (Wilson Avenue), call (West Main Street), non-emergen- Avenue), spoken to; 8:17 a.m.: medi- Street), wallet found; 8:46 a.m.: officer noise complaint; 7:19 a.m.: disturbance cy; 5:04 p.m.: suspicious activity (Howe cal/sudden death (Hastings Road); 9:43 wanted (Adams Street), spoken to; 9:54 (Chestnut Street), spoken to; 7:51 a.m.: Village Road), welfare check; 6:07 p.m.: a.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 11:24 a.m.: a.m.: officer wanted (Browning Pond suspicious activity (Lake Whittemore commercial alarm (Mechanic Street), fire/woods/grass (Greenville Street), Road), tree down; 10:09 a.m.: animal Drive), spoken to; 8:47 a.m.: officer services rendered; 6:38 p.m.: parking services rendered; 11:41 a.m.: 209A complaint (Watson Street), loose dog; wanted (West Main Street), debris complaint (Main Street), mv in fire service (Temple Street); 11:58 a.m.: 12:26 p.m.: accident (Charlton Street), in road; 9:38 a.m.: medical/gener- lane; 7:10 p.m.: officer wanted (West harassment order service (Chestnut report taken; 2:54 p.m.: medical/gen- al (Cherry Street); 11:06 a.m.: officer Main Street), harassment; 7:18 p.m.: Street); 12:35 p.m.: medical/general eral (Grant Street); 3:20 p.m.: build- wanted (West Main Street), spoken to; entire incident redacted from police (Valley Street); 2:38 p.m.: mv lockout ing checked, secure; 3:34 p.m.: officer 11:48 a.m.: commercial alarm (West log; 8:48 p.m.: 911 call (Main Street), (Main Street), assisted; 2:42 p.m.: 209A wanted (Main Street), spoken to; 4:08 Main Street), accidental; 12:08 p.m.: accidental; 8:57 p.m.: suspicious activ- service (West Main Street); 3:13 p.m.: p.m.: medical/general (Lincoln Street); accident (Main Street), report taken; ity (Park Street), spoken to; 10:47 p.m.: officer wanted (West Main Street), 4:37 p.m.: open door/window (Cherry 12:38 p.m.: 911 call (West Main Street), animal complaint (Paxton Road), loose Harrington CT down; 4:49 p.m.: sus- Street), services rendered; 4:57-5:14 disconnected; 12:47 p.m.: DPW call donkeys; 11:24-11:51 p.m.: buildings picious activity (Smithville Road), p.m.: buildings checked, secure; 5:13 (Main Street), wire down; 1:07 p.m.: checked, secure. unwanted party; 4:58 p.m.: school p.m.: mutual aid (West Main Street), disturbance (Temple Street), unwant- THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 alarm (Ash Street), services rendered; truck r/o in Leicester; 5:37 p.m.: med- ed party; 2:10 p.m.: fire alarm (Grove 12:08-12:41 a.m.: buildings checked, 5:03 p.m.: juvenile matter (Park Street), ical/general (Valley Street); 5:56 p.m.: Street), services rendered; 2:40 p.m.: secure; 12:48 p.m.: disturbance spoken to; 5:49 p.m.: residential alarms building checked, secure; 6:10 p.m.: animal complaint (G.H. Wilson Road), (Langevin Street), loud neighbors; 1:04- (Borkum Road), services rendered; 6:05 RV complaint (Cranberry Meadow issue w/neighbor’s dog; 4:56 p.m.: 1:31 a.m.: buildings checked, secure; p.m.: fire/woods/grass (North Spencer Road), spoken to; 6:13 p.m.: mv stop accident (Main Street), report taken; 2:17 a.m.: mv repossession (Main Road), illegal burn; 6:11 p.m.: parking (Greenville Street); 6:21 p.m.: build- 5:16 p.m.: abandoned 911 all (Bixby Street), assisted; 4:54 a.m.: medical/ violation (Prospect Street), citation ing checked, secure; 6:49 p.m.: offi- Road), misdial; 5:41 p.m.: accident general (Starr Street); 6:34 a.m.: mv issued; 6:28 p.m.: abandoned 911 call cer wanted (West Main Street), LTC (Main Street), services rendered; 6:04 stop (Charlton Road); 6:50 a.m.: com- (West Main Street), spoken to; 8:15-8:23 change of address; 7:51 p.m.: medical/ p.m.: abandoned 911 call (West Main mercial alarm (Man Street), acciden- p.m.: buildings checked, secure; 8:24 general (Church Street); 7:54 p.m.: offi- Street), no info; 6:24 p.m.: school alarm tal; 8:36 a.m.: abandoned mv (Clark p.m.: disabled mv (Main Street), assist- cer wanted (West Main Street), spo- (Main Street), services rendered; 6:35 Road), services rendered; 8:59 a.m.: ed; 8:34 p.m.: commercial alarm (West ken to; 9:33 p.m.: residential alarm p.m.: medical/general (Cooney Road); medical/general (Franklin Street); Main Street), services rendered; 8:41- (Pope Street), services rendered; 9:34 6:56 p.m.: mv lockout (North Spencer 10:17 a.m.: 911 call (Maple Street), acci- 8:56 p.m.: buildings checked, secure; p.m.: accident (Charlton Road), report Road), assisted; 7:30 p.m.: animal dental; 11:18 a.m. LTC issued (West 8:56 p.m.: elderly matter (Main Street), taken; 10:04 p.m.: officer wanted (Main complaint (Kingsbury Road), injured Main Street), assisted; 12:04 p.m.: offi- spoken to; 9:15 p.m.: building checked, Street), welfare check; 10:29-10:36 p.m.: hawk; 11:16 p.m.: officer wanted (West cer wanted (West Main Street), spoken secure; 9:16 p.m.: suspicious mv (West buildings checked, secure; 11:25 p.m.: Main Street), spoken to; 11:29 p.m.: to; 12:23 p.m.: fraud (Mechanic Street), Main Street), spoken to; 9:23-9:30 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 11:31 p.m.: offi- buildings checked, secure. identity theft; 12:42 p.m.: suspicious buildings checked, secure; 9:36 p.m.: cer wanted (Valley Street), spoken to.

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Publishers of Auburn News, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Spencer New Leader, Southbridge News, Webster Times, Winchendon Courier, Sturbridge Villager, Charlton Villager, Woodstock Villager, Thompson Villager, Putnam Villager and Killingly Villager 18 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 24, 2018 TRIPS OFFERED The “Trips Offered” section is for by August 21. al trolley ride to view the display of non-profit organizations and will run SOUTHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS more than 400,000 lights and a complete as space allows. Mail your information October 11-14: Washington DC: stay- 2018 TRIP SCHEDULE OPEN TO inclusive luncheon at Wrights Farm to Trips Offered, c/o Ruth DeAmicis, PO ing at the Embassy Suites. Cost is $610, PUBLIC restaurant. Cost is $49 per person, $39 Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; fax to including tips for driver and guides. for children aged three to 10, younger (508) 764-8015 or e-mail to ruth@stone- Final payment due Sept. 4. Tuesday-Thursday, Sept. 11-13: than three, free. Reservation deadline bridgepress.news. Pennsylvania Dutch Tour is Dec. 6. Departure is 10:45 a.m. from Friday, November 16: Captain Jack’s For $469 per person double you will Southbridge and return is about 7:45 & Foxwood Casino, choice of lobster or take a deluxe motor coach tour of p.m. As in the past, a departure from prime rib. $76, due by Oct. 16. Lancaster and Philadelphia and see the Webster is a possibility. BRIMFIELD SENIOR show JESUS. For details call Jan at Saturday, December 1: Reagle (508) 887 2215. CENTER Theatre Christmas Show and Chateau UXBRIDGE SENIOR Restaurant. $119, due by Nov. 1. Oct. 9-16: ALL INCLUSIVE ARUBA: Happily Full. I am taking names for CENTER standby on this trip and for 2019 trip CHARLTON SENIOR All trips leave from the Whitinsville MARY QUEEN Tuesday, Nov. 13: Foxwoods $25 - 10 Walmart and the Stop & Shop at 32 CENTER a.m. bus. Lyman St, Westboro. Make sure to OF THE ROSARY You will have five hours at the casino include entree choice, phone # (esp. Call Elaine or Debra for more info at as the bus will leave Foxwoods at 4 p.m. cell) and an emergency # when sending (508) 248-2231 ~ Sign up sheets & flyers You will receive $10 for gaming and $15 payment. “Like” us on FacebookThe available at the Senior Center. Flyers PARISH meal voucher. Silver Club and The Uxbridge Senior are available on webpage www.town- Center. Please call Sue at (508) 476-5820 SPENCER — Mary Queen of the ofcharlton.net: click on Departments for more information. Rosary Parish, 60 Maple St., Spencer, then click on Council on Aging/Senior is offering the following trips. For more Center. Pick up is generally from St. UNION SAINT- The Silver Club BUS TRIPS for 2018 information, call Bernard Dube at (508) Joseph’s Church, 10 H Putnam Road Please call Sue at 508-476-5820 for 885-3098. Extension, Charlton JEAN-BAPTISTE more information. 2019 DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA The Silver Club of the Uxbridge CHAPTER 12 Senior Center has availability on the September 9-22: Grand Tour following trips: For reservations contact Jan Caouette of Ireland: Sept. 9-22, 2019 Union Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chapter at (508) 887-2215. Make checks payable May 20-June 4: USA: Splendors of the #12, Southbridge, is sponsoring a vari- to Bernadette Circle #709 and mail to Washington, DC: 4 day trip from Oct. Northwest National Parks: May 20-June ety of excursions for all to enjoy in 5-8. $699. including five meals, narrat- Bernadette Circle #709, PO Box 201, 4, 2019 2018. We are a non-profit family orient- Webster MA 01570. The Daughters of ed tram tour of Arlington National ed Franco-American fraternal society Cemetery, fully guided touring during Isabella is a nonprofit and charitable since 1900. As always, you do not have Catholic women’s organization the day and night time illumination MILLBURY SENIOR to be a member to participate in any tour of the monuments, time in the mall of the scheduled events. All are wel- September 11-13: Pennsylvania area for the Smithsonian Buildings, etc. come. Gift certificates purchased in any Dutch. Sightseeing tours of Lancaster CENTER Leaves from Whitinsville Walmart and 1 River St., Millbury, (508) 865-9154 amount can be used by the recipient to and Philadelphia. $469 per person. 7 some Rhode Island locations. Essex River Boat Cruise Trip any event at face value. For information a.m. Webster; 7:30 a.m. Southbridge. Portland, ME Narrow Gauge Railroad Wednesday, August 15 or reservations contact Ted at (508) 764- Sight and Sound Theater’s Jesus. ride and museum: Wednesday, Oct. 10. Leaving 9 a.m. Return 6 p.m. Cost $72 7909. $64. Lunch will be a choice of baked per person. Choice of haddock, steak September 30-October 2: Atlantic City stuffed chicken breast, fried clam strips, tips or chicken. Call or stop by the 2018 Resorts Casino. $249 per person. Leave or baked haddock at the Clambake Senior Center for Reservations! (508) 2018 is the Society’s 26th anniversary at 7 a.m. Webster; 7:30 a.m. Southbridge. Restaurant in Scarborough, ME. Leaves 865-9154 in providing members and non-mem- $25 slot play, $60 food credit and casi- Whitinsville at 8 a.m. and the Stop and bers alike the opportunity to experience no revue show. Right on the Casino Shop in Westboro at 8:45 a.m. Will be TURNING STONE RESORT CASINO excursions of a day or extended days. Boardwalk! home around 6 or 6:30. TRIP All are welcome to travel with our orga- The Newport Mansions at Christmas: October 21-22, 2 Days 1 Night nization. Wednesday, Nov. 28. $86. We will Trip includes Overnight tour Marble House and the Breakers DUDLEY SENIORS Accommodations, Transportation September 11-13: three day excursion all dressed up for Christmas! If you along with meal vouchers and free play for the performance of Jesus at the think the mansions are magnificent For information and reservations packages!! For more Information call or Sight & Sound Theatre, Lancaster PA, by themselves, wait until you see them contact Evelyn Grovesteen at (508) 764- come by the Senior Center for a flyer. the Amish Country and Philadelphia. at Christmas! Lunch will be a choice 8254 508-865-9154 Two nights at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, of grilled hangar steak, lobster roll, or four meals, wine and cheese reception, penne alla vodka at the restaurant At June 2-8 2019: Mackinac Island, a post dinner show, trip insurance, all the Deck right at the wharf area. Leaves Michigan. Seven days, six nights NORTHBRIDGE SENIOR gratuities included (two local guides, Whitinsville at 7:30, home around 5:30. motorcoach transportation, leave escort and driver). The production has Bright Lights at Forest Park, Dudley Town Hall at 8 a.m. $650 per CENTER taken three years in the making and Storrowton Village & Yankee Candle: person double occupancy. Includes Phone: 508-234-2002 involving about 650 individuals in all Wednesday, Dec. 5 $76. Lunch will be carriage tour of Mackinac Island, www.northbridgemass.org/coun- phases of its completion for the upcom- at the Storrowton Tavern with a choice visit to Colonial Michilimackinac, cil-on-aging ing 2018 presentation. Cost: $519 pp/ of baked scrod, Yankee pot roast, or Frankenmuth, cruise, casino, light- dbl. Waiver insurance and a budget vegetable compose. Take a tour of the house tour and more. Some meals August 22, Loot n’ Lobster. Sign up for plan available. Early reservation rec- decorated buildings of Storrowton included. this Mohegan Sun Trip which includes ommended. Village during the day and a tour of a lobster bake at Cap’n Jack’s. $73 per the Christmas Lights at Forest Park at person, but you will get $30 back in November 17: Do as you wish day in night. Sandwich a trip to Yankee Candle EAST BROOKFIELD Mohegan bonuses. New York City. A day of sightseeing, into the middle! Leaves Westboro at shopping, visit a museum, dine in a 8 a.m., Whitinsville at 8:45 and home SENIOR CENTER special restaurant, attend a Broadway around 8:30 p.m. matinee, or visit the 911 Fountains and North Conway: 3 day trip Dec. 12-14. For information and reservations, SOUTHBRIDGE the new museum via a ticket through $469. Stay at the luxurious White please contact Judy Shute (508) 867-9224 911museum.org. The possible activities Mountain Hotel and Resort and eat all SENIOR CITIZENS are many. Departure from Southbridge your meals in their dining room over- is 6:30 a.m., return departure from NYC looking the mountains. Order off the LEICESTER SENIOR is 6:30 p.m. $57 per person. For early menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. ASSOCIATION reservation call (508) 764-7909. Deadline See three Christmas shows and take a is Oct. 25. CENTER Contact Jim Julian at the Casaubon guided tour of the northern valley as Senior Center Monday, Wednesday, or well as having some free time in North Contact Leicester Senior Center, Joan December 8: Festival of Christmas Friday 9-10 a.m. or call (774) 922-4049 or Conway to do some tax free Christmas Wall, (508) 892-3967 for information and Lights at Our Lady of LaSalette Shrine, e-mail [email protected]. shopping. Enjoy their heated (like bath- reservations. concert with Fr. Pat the singing priest, Trips are open to the public! Make water!) outdoor pool! the International Museum of Nativities, checks payable to the Southbridge Wednesday, September 12: Newport gift and book shop, Chapel of Light, Senior Citizens Association, payment Please call Sue to reserve any of these Playhouse “There is a Burglar in My a bistro for refreshments and snacks, due at sign up: trips. (508) 476-5820 Bed” with buffet and cabaret. $89, due a carousel for the children, option- How to conserve water as the mercury rises Conserving natural resources is often • Shower at the beach. Beach enthu- so simple that people make some adjust- siasts can conserve water and save ments without affecting their daily lives money on their water bills by taking at all. But sometimes it’s not so easy to quick showers at the beach to wash the conserve. sand off. A cold shower can be the per- Summer is one time of year when fect remedy after a long day of soaking conservation efforts tend to require up some sun at the beach. And because more sacrifice than normal. Even the beach showers use cold water, beach- most devoted conservationist may find goers are less likely to take luxurious, it difficult to conserve water during potentially wasteful showers than they the dog days of summer, when drought might at home. and soaring temperatures make it dif- • Take nights off from doing dishes. ficult to maintain lawns and gardens. Hand-washing dishes may seem like a Thankfully, there are ways to help more effective way to conserve water lawns and gardens withstand summer’s than using a dishwasher, but that’s dog days without wasting water. not the case. The National Resources • Water wisely. Watering lawns and Defense Council notes that hand-wash- gardens in the early morning hours is ing dishes can consume as many as 27 a savvy move for various reasons. Heat- gallons of water, while Energy Star®- related illnesses such as heat stroke and rated dishwashers consume just three heat exhaustion pose a serious threat to gallons of water. Before running the people of all ages, and the Centers for dishwasher, make sure it’s full. Disease Control and Prevention rec- • Cover your pool. Keeping pools cov- ommends cooling off in air conditioned ered during the dog days of summer places as temperatures climb. By water- reduces the likelihood that pool water ing their lawns and gardens early in will be lost to evaporation. In fact, the the morning, homeowners are ensuring GRACE Communications Foundation, they won’t be outside watering during a nonprofit organization dedicated those times of day when their risk for to creating sustainable food systems, heat stroke and heat exhaustion is at notes that uncovered pools can lose as its peak. In addition, watering in the much as 1,000 gallons of water to evapo- early morning when the sun has not yet ration each month. reached its peak decreases the amount Conserving water during the dog of water that will be lost to evapora- days of summer may require some sac- tion, thereby increasing the amount rifice. But such sacrifices are easier of water that will make it into water- than many people may expect. needy lawns and gardens. Friday, August 24, 2018 • 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! Call June at 508.909.4062 or email [email protected] to advertise on this page. FUNCTION ROOMS for 5-250 guests Spencer Country Inn A Change Is Coming Buy 1 Entree SEPTEMBER 4 - Lunch Will Be Served Get 1 1/2 price Monday Through Friday 9-3 (dine-in only) Cannot be used We Will No Longer Be Serving Dinner. on holidays or private parties (Closed Monday Labor Day) With this ad. Exp 9/30/18 WEDNESDAYS ItalIan Buffet At Five Loaves. our bakery and cafe offers All You Can Eat $12.95 5-8pm (plus tax & gratuity) a variety of artisan breads, rustic pastries, Sunday Brunch All You Can Eat $14.95 10am-1pm (plus tax & gratuity) featuring scones, a variety of croissants, cookies 500 Main St., Spencer, MA and specialty desserts. If cakes are what you 508-885-9036 desire, please call ahead for your special order. www.spencercountryinn.com Our coffee beans are roasted in house and we HOURS offer espresso, cappuccino and lattes in addition to regular and decaf. Lunch: Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat 11:30-2:00 Function Rooms After 9 years of serving dinner, we have decided to scale back. As of for Dinner: Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat 5:00-Close Join us in our bar area, every Tuesday 5-250 Guests Sun. Brunch: 10am-1pm after 3pm, to enjoy hard or soft shell September 1st, we will no longer be offering dinner. Our café will continue to serve lunch 5 days per week along with fresh bakery items. Feel free to bring your own beer, wine or cocktails. It’s like being at Open We home in our cozy café only being waited on by 7 Days Deliver Tacos for $1.00 our wonderful waiter Philippe. a Week (with purchase of a beverage) Thank you to our loyal customers for your continued support!

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Due to a Production Error, the Spencer Fair ad last week was incorrect. Please refer to this ad for events. We apologize for any inconvenience this may of caused. Spencer Fairgrounds Midway Rides by Gillette Shows FRI. AUG. 31 – MON. SEPT. 3 ThUrSDAY, AUg. 30Th 5-9pM FrIDAY, AUg. 31ST 12-4pM Gates Open at 8:00am • Buildings Open at 10:00am Ride for one price – Featured Entertainment – FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY Ross McGinnes Bad Tickers Dennis Polsky & Ross McGinnes 2:30-3:30pm 12:30-1:30pm The Maestro’s Men 1:30pm Tequila Bonfire Sold Under Sin 2:30-3:30pm Mark Wills 4:30-6:30pm 2:30-3:30pm Ashley Jordan 3:00-4:30pm FRIDAY AUGUST 31ST. ON THE GROUNDS Leaf Jumpers Annie Brobst 6:00-7:00pm Dan Candell 9:00am Draft Horse and Oxen Obstacle Course (Grandstand Area) 8:00pm 5:00-7:00pm Coconuts 6:30pm 1:00pm Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off (Show Tent) 8:00pm - Close 3:00pm Lawn & Garden Tractor Pull (Pulling Area) Dan Candell 6:30pm Chicken Flop/Poop Bingo (Agricultural Center) 8:00pm 7:00pm Demolition Derby (Grandstand Area) MONDAY - SEPT. 3RD. ON THE GROUNDS INSIDE EXHIBIT HALL - DOWNSTAIRS FRIDAY MAIN STAGE: 10:00am Lawn and Garden Dirt Pull (Grandstands) • Pam Engberg & RAWweavers 12:00pm National Anthem 10:00am Oxen Pull (Pull Area) • Shelbourne Lighting & Metal Crafts – Colonial reproduction of 2:30pm - 3:30 Ross McGinnes (Main Stage) 1:00pm Rabbit and Poultry Costume Class (Agricultural Center) copper lanterns* 4:30pm -6:30 Tequila Bonfire (Main Stage) 2:00pm Lumberjack Contest (Show Tent) • Organnies 8:00pm Leaf Jumpers (Main Stage) MONDAY MAIN STAGE: • Cheryl Walsh-Owner of Evergreen Rabbit Farm -Demo spinning rabbit wool • Refugee Artisans of Worcester SATURDAY SEPT. 1ST. ON THE GROUNDS 12:00pm National Anthem (Main Stage) • Firewatch Weavers of Brimfield 7:30am Tractor Pulls on Concrete (Pull Area) 1:30pm Ross McGinnes (Main Stage) • The Chick Hatchery 10:00am Beef Cattle Show (Show Tent) 3:00pm Mark Wills (Main Stage) • Worcester County Beekeepers 1:00pm Open Poultry Show (Agricultural Center) 6:30pm Dan Candell (Main Stage) • Birds of Prey 6:00pm Truck Pull (Grandstands)

SATURDAY MAIN STAGE: ALL 4 DAYS: ON THE GROUNDS 12:00pm National Anthem (Main Stage) • Buddy the Clown - Walk-around 12:30pm Bad Tickers (Main Stage) • Jolley Clown Family - Walk-around/Kiddie Tent 2:30pm Sold Under Sin (Main Stage) • Boots & Britches: The Singing Cowboys 5:00pm Annie Brobst (Main Stage) (Dream Camper Show & Exhibit) - Pull Alley 8:00pm Dan Candell (Main Stage) • Josh Landry: Master Chainsaw Carver - Grandstand Field • Two by Two Zoo - Grandstand Field DEMO DERBY SUNDAY - SEP. 2ND. ON THE GROUNDS • Rosaire’s Racing Pigs - Grandstand Field 10:00am Draft Horse Pulls (Pull Arena) • Live Stingray Encounter - Between Agricultural Center and Exhibit Hall 10:00am Dairy Cattle Show (Show Tent) FRI., AUG. 31 @ 7PM • Wolves of the World - Between Exhibit Hall and Midway 1:00pm Youth Poultry Showmanship (Agricultural Center) • Andy Rice Sheep Dog Demonstration/Sheep Sheering - Agricultural Center 1:00pm Youth Rabbit Showmanship (Agricultural Center) • Antique Tractor Display - Between Rest Tent and Agricultural Center SUN., SEPT. 2 @ 5PM 5:00pm Demolition Derby (Grandstands) • Farmyard Animal Displays and Demonstrations/Rabbit Hopping - 6:30pm Chicken Flop/Poop Bingo (Agricultural Center) Agricultural Center SUNDAY MAIN STAGE: 12:00pm National Anthem 2:30pm Dennis Polisky & Maestro’s Men (Main Stage) BUYERS PLACE & FOOD VENDORS 6:00pm Ashley Jordan (Main Stage) 8:00pm Coconuts (Main Stage) Please Support Admission Our Sponsors Parking ...... Free General Admission ...... $10.00 Gate and Building Hours Advance Sale (Before Wed., Aug.26th) ...... $7.00 Thursday Night: Carnival rides open only – 5pm to 9pm Senior Citizens (62 and Over) ...... $7.00 Friday and Saturday Sunday Monday Children 7-12 ...... $7.00 Fair Gates open 8am. - 9pm Fair Gates open 8am - 9pm Fair Gates open 8am - 7pm Children Under 7 ...... Free Buildings open 10am - 10pm Buildings open 10am - 10pm Buildings open 10am - 8pm Military ...... $7.00 Carnival opens 12pm - 11pm Carnival opens 11am - 11pm Carnival opens 10:30am - 9pm Special Needs Group Rate (Bus or Van) ...... $2.00 The Cattle Barn Closes - 4pm No Pets Allowed – except service dogs • No Laser Pointers Allowed Vendor Breakdown - 8pm Weekend Pass ...... $25.00 No Alcoholic Beverages Allowed on the Fair Grounds No Coolers or Large Bags Allowed on the Fair Grounds

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OAKHAM- cousins, whom she loved dearly. EAST Robert. Amanda Colon, Amanda loved life, nature, and BROOKFIELD- Born in Auburn, she was the daugh- 27, of Adams Road music. She loved singing as well as Bernice M. (Connor) ter of George and Louise (Trudell) passed away unex- dancing. Amanda was good spirited, Dembkowski, 91, Connor and lived in E. Brookfield since pectedly on Friday made an impact on everyone she met, died peacefully on 1956. August 10, 2018 at St. loved beauty and fashion especially Monday, August Bernice was an office supervisor Vincent Hospital in makeup, and most of all adored her 20th. at the former Chess King Corp. in Worcester. She leaves daughter. She will be missed by friends She was the Worcester for 21 years, retiring in 1992. behind her daughter and deeply by her family. Calling hours wife of Michael She was a communicant of St. John the Mariah Branconnier were held Thursday, August 16th, from F. Dembkowski Baptist Church. of Brookfield. Amanda is survived 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Belanger-Bullard who died in 1998. She leaves her son A Funeral Mass for Bernice was by her mother Tina (Surprenant) Funeral Home, 51 Marcy Street in Michael F. Dembkowski and his wife held on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 10 Misterka, father Ben Misterka, and Southbridge MA. An online guest book Debra of E. Brookfield, her daughter a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, her two sisters Mackenzie and Melanie is available at Belangerfuneralhome. Deborah A. Kowal and her husband No. Brookfield Rd., E. Brookfield. Misterka whom she adored; and her com Funeral services and burial will Stephen of Charlton, a sister Jean Jette Burial followed in Worcester County grandparents Ken and Linda Misterka. be private. of Charlton, grandchildren; Marci Memorial Park, Paxton. There were As well as several aunts,uncles, and Sakowski and her husband Ron of E. calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contri- Brookfield, Michael Dembkowski Jr. butions may be made to the Alzheimer’s of E. Brookfield, Michael Kowal of Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., No. Arlington, N.J., Krysta Kowal of Waltham, MA 02452. J.HENRI MORIN Edward V. Hammerbeck, 80 Worcester and Tiffany Ponte and her & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple husband Mark of Spencer, and sever- Terr., Spencer is directing arrange- WORCESTER- Edward V. and ran the Grafton al nieces and nephews. She is prede- ments for the family. www.morinfu- Hammerbeck age 80 died Friday, upholstering in South ceased by her siblings Alma, Virginia, neralhomes.com August 17, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital. Grafton. One of his Vivian, Shirley, Irene, Raymond and He leaves his wife Suzona (Pratt) great enjoyments Hammerbeck of Worcester. He also was fishing. There leaves a son Richard V. Hammerbeck are no calling hours. Francis E. Balcom, 86 and his wife Som of Honolulu, Hawaii, All services are pri- a daughter Donna Ramey of East vate. Omit flowers BROOKFIELD- Francis E. Balcom, He was born in Springfield, PA, three grandchildren and donations may be 86 of Wagon Wheel Park, died No.Brookfield, the and four great grandchildren. He was made in his memory to Breast Cancer Monday, August 20 at Southbridge son of Grant and born in Leicester, MA son of the late Research. The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center. Jeanette (Bouffard) Siegfred Hammerbeck and Laivena Home, 48 School St., Webster, MA has He was the husband of Theresa E. Balcom and later (Lambert) Hammerbeck and lived in been entrusted with his arrangements. (Pepin) Balcom who died in 1994. He served his country Worcester most of his life. He served A guest book is available at www. leaves his son Steven F. Balcom and his with the U.S. Army in the Army National Guard and shaw-majercik.com where you may wife Aneta of Weeki Wachee, FL., step during the Korean Army Reserves. He was a upholsterer post a condolence or light a candle. son Phillip Sampson of Delmar, MD., War. a sister Jeanette Jette and her hus- Funeral services for Francis were band Emile of Brookfield, grandchil- held, Friday, August 24th. at 1 p.m. Matthew P. Guild, 37 dren; Jennifer Jasmin, Karen Hidalgo, in the J.HENRI MORIN & SON Kevin & Kris Keyes, Robert & David FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Sampson, nieces and nephews. He is Spencer. Burial followed with Military AUBURN — nephew, friend and predeceased by brothers Arthur and Honors in Mary, Queen of the Rosary Matthew P. Guild, age most importantly a Ernest Balcom and sisters Irene Jette Cemetery, Spencer. A calling hour 37 of Auburn, passed “Hero.” and Marie Balcom. will preceded the service on Friday away unexpectedly Matthew leaves Francis worked as a truck driver in from 12-1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, con- on Thursday, August behind his parents, Worcester for 25 years before moving tributions may be made to St. Jude’s 16, 2018 after a long Paul F. and Diane M. to Florida where he was a warehouse Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. battle with opiate (St. Hilaire) Guild of supervisor at Best Manufacturing in Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. www. addiction. Auburn; his sister, Davie for 12 years, retiring in 1993. morinfuneralhomes.com Matthew was born Lynn M. Guild and in Worcester and her fiancé, Bronson grew up in Auburn where he gradu- Lyons; his two amazing nephews, ated from Auburn High School, Class Bronson David and Luke Logan Lyons of 1998. After high school, Matthew all of Leicester; two uncles, Thomas Pauline L. Giguere, 88 enlisted into the United States Marine P. St. Hilaire of Spencer and Peter Corps in 1999. He served his coun- Guild and his wife Kathy of Sutton; two LEICESTER- at Shaw’s Supermarket in Webster try proudly and his unit was the first aunts, Nancy G. St. Pierre of Worcester Pauline L. (Gildert) Sq., for many years, retiring in 1995. to be deployed to Afghanistan after and Pamela Newton and her husband Giguere, 88, former- She was a longtime member and 9/11. Matthew served for four years, Mark of Louisiana; many cousins. He is ly of 30 Pleasant St., Eucharistic Minister at St. Aloysius- did two tours of duty in Afghanistan predeceased by his paternal grandpar- died Tuesday, Aug. St. Jude Parish. She enjoyed playing where he was in the Special Forces ents, Peter and Shirley (Green) Guild 14 in The Meadows of cards, bowling and shopping. The best and a sharpshooter. He is a recipient Sr.; his maternal grandparents, Robert Leicester. part of her life was family and friends. of the Marine Corps Good Conduct and Theresa (Nobrega) St. Hilaire; two Her husband Paul Her funeral was held on Saturday, medal, Combat Action ribbon, Service aunts, Patricia A. Daley and Celeste St. D. Giguere died in August 18 from the MORIN FUNERAL Deployment ribbon and the National Hilaire. 1999. She leaves her HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester Defense Service medal. Matthew was His funeral service was held son Michael A. Giguere and his wife with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. honorably discharged a disabled veter- on Thursday, August 23, 2018 in Shelley of Summerville, SC, her daugh- Aloysius-St. Jude Church, 487 Pleasant an in 2003. the Mercadante Funeral Home & ter Kathy A. Sliwinski of Worcester, St., Leicester. Burial followed in After returning home from the war, Chapel (mercadantefuneral.com), 370 a sister Joyce Pendell and her hus- Greenville Baptist Cemetery, Rochdale. Matthew struggled with post traumatic Plantation St., Worcester. Burial fol- band Richard of Cromwell, CT., four Calling hours preceded the funeral on stress disorder and turned to opiates. lowed in the Massachusetts Veterans grandchildren; Lynne Rohtstein and Saturday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Like so many across the nation he Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon. her husband Greg, Nicolas Putnam, funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memo- struggled for many years with addic- In lieu of flowers, kindly consider Kelly Bennett and her husband Bill rial donations may be made to Macular tion and sadly enough like so many making contributions in his name to: and Michael Sliwinski and his wife Degeneration Assoc., 5969 Cattleridge others, he lost his battle. Matthew Veterans, Inc., 69 Grove St., Worcester, Rose, great grandchildren; Addison, Blvd., Suite 100, Sarasota, FL. 34232. will forever be remembered as a won- MA. 01605. Emma, Jacob and Edward, nieces and www.morinfuneralhomes.com derful son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephews. She is predeceased by three brothers; Robert P. Power, 87 Arthur, Cecil and Roger Gildert. In Loving Remembrance LEICESTER- 50 years and served as Born in Presque Robert P. Power, 87, a 4th Degree Knight, Isle, Maine, she on your 50th Birthday of Cherry Valley, one of the found- was the daugh- died peacefully at his ing members of the ter of Arthur and home on Thursday, Leicester Rod & Gun Helen (Brown) Shawn A. O’Day “Odie” August 16th. Club, a Boy Scout Gildert. He leaves his wife Leader for Troop 124, Pauline worked August 20, 1968 - August 20, 2018 of 64 years, Gloria and a parishioner of A. (Millette) Power, St. Joseph-St. Pius X A beautiful life that came his sons Robert W. Parish. He was a ded- Power of Spencer and icated family man and a lover of the to an end, Christopher J. Power great outdoors. he died as he lived, and his wife Justine His funeral was held Tuesday, of Cherry Valley, his August 21 from the MORIN FUNERAL everyone’s friend. daughter Michele HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester with In our hearts a memory B. Giroux and her a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. in St. Pius will be kept, husband Rodney of X Church, 1161 Main St., Leicester. A Spencer, six grand- calling hour preceded the funeral in of one we loved, children; Amanda, the funeral home. Burial will follow and will never forget. Chelsea, Emily, with military honors in St. Joseph’s Fahlin, Nathan and Nolan, and his Cemetery, Leicester. In lieu of flow- Lovingly remembered great grandson Jordan, several nieces ers, memorial contributions may be and nephews. He is predeceased by a made to Veterans, Inc., 69 Grove St., and sadly missed by daughter Dorothea Power, a brother Worcester, MA 01605. family and friends Francis Power, and sisters Charlotte www.morinfuneralhomes.com Scavone and Bernice Power. Bob belonged to the Teamster Local 170 and worked at New England Grocers in Northborough for many In loving memory years, retiring in 1994. He was born in Worcester, the son In Loving Memory on your 20th anniversary of Frank and Mae (Quinlan) Power, Brenda Kresco graduated from Worcester Boys Trade December 21, 1973 ~ August 23, 2013 School and then served his country with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Bob had been a mem- ber at the Cherry Valley American 5th year anniversary Legion Post 443, Leicester Knights of Columbus Council 4528 for more than In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still In our hearts you have a place No other one can fill It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone Specializing In: Cemetery Lettering Monument Cleaning - Markers For a part of us went with you Richard F. Kane, Jr. Bronze Plaques for Memorial Parks The day God took you home. August 30, 1967 ~ August 15, 1998 Find comfort and closure with a personalized memorial Thank you to everyone Call For Appointment 508-892-4193 for your continuing support and prayers. Deeply loved and Family Owned/Operated - Indoor/Outdoor Display With love, The Grady Family, sadly missed forever, Rt. 9 • 1500 Main St., Leicester, MA Brooke & Erica Kresco Family & Friends Leo Pepin Jr. • Chantelle Pepin 4 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 24, 2018 OBITUARIES CALENDAR

Please call Joyce for more information Shirley A. Smith, 77 Saturday & Sunday at 508-885-0130. September 8 & 9 NORTH BROOKFIELD - Shirley A. Shirley enjoyed knitting, gardening, (Lavallee) Smith age 77 passed away at playing cards and going to the casino, ST JOSEPH PARISH 38th ANNUAL ONGOING EVENTS home surrounded by her loving family but most of all she cherished spending FAIR: Join us for a delicious chick- ECONOMY SHOP HOURS FOR on August 11, 2018. time with her family who will miss her en dinner (served Sunday 1-2pm; $12/ August 22 through June 28, 2019 Shirley was predeceased by her hus- dearly. There will be no calling hours adults $6/children 12 & under) and Open every Wednesday 8 a.m. to band Harold “Smitty” Smith. Shirley is and funeral services will be private. other food available all weekend (ham- noon; Thursday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. & 6 survived by three sons: Robert Smith of Final arrangements have been entrust- burgers, hot dogs, steak grinders, chili, to 8 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to noon at the FL, Steven Smith of Spencer and Kevin ed to the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, fried dough, French fries, pizza, ice First Congregational Church, 207 Main Smith of North Brookfield; two daugh- 48 School Street, Wenster, MA. A guest cream sundaes and more!). St., Spencer. We will be closed October ters: Suzanne Smith of Southbridge and book is available at www.shaw-majer- Variety of fun events for the whole 15 through the 19 for set-up for our Eileen Dagostino of Holden; one sister cik.com where you may post a condo- family including: The Otters on Harvest Fair on Saturday, Oct. 20 – 9 Eleanor Britt of Sutton; nine grandchil- lence or light a candle. Saturday Sept. 8 5-8 p.m. following out- a.m. to 2 p.m. Come in and see our daily dren and three great grandchildren, The family requests that memori- door Mass at 4 p.m., and DJ Richard specials. (508) 885-2149. and her long time friends Paulette al contributions be sent to Overlook “Tabby” LeBlanc on Sunday, Sept. McDonald, VickieLynn McDonald and Hospice, 88 Masonic Home Road #2, 9: flea market, games, baked goods, DEJA NEW: Art, Antiques & her partner Lisa Holst of South Barre. Charlton, MA 01507 crafts, basket raffles, exciting raffle Collectibles Marketplace which is open prizes (including a 2 night off season in the St. Joseph’s Rectory building at stay for up to 6 guests at Misty Harbor 759 Main Street Leicester. Hours are in Maine), a large gift card tree and Richard Loren Jenks, 72 Tuesday 5-7 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m.- much, much more. Sunday’s events noon, Thursday 3-6 p.m. and Saturday 9 are all day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. To buy tickets Richard Loren guitarist and offered a.m.-noon, all proceeds going back into for barbecue or information contact Jenks, known to his his gifts of music to the town’s Food Pantries, Hearts for the rectory weekday mornings (508) friends and fami- his family, friends Heat and programs for the needy. We 867-6811. All at St. Joseph Parish, 28 Mt. ly as Loren, died on and church communi- are non-profit and run on volunteers. Pleasant St., North Brookfield. Tuesday, August 7th, ties both in California We are open May into December. 2018 surrounded by and Massachusetts. his family. He was 72 He also wrote his own Saturday VFW MEETING: The Rochdale VFW years old. Loren had music and enjoyed Post 7556 will hold their monthly busi- lived in Sturbridge, singing and acting. September 15 ness meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the post at Massachusetts since He was an avid out- SEEKING VENDORS: The annu- 713 Pleasant Street, Rochdale on the 2006 but previously lived for 25 years in doorsman who enjoyed hiking with his 2nd Wednesday of each month. Brentwood, California, where he had family, including their many family al Flea Market sponsored by The First Congregational Church of West many close friends. Loren was born in dogs over the years. He enjoyed writ- ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP: Tulsa, Oklahoma and graduated from ing short stories, poetry, plays and Brookfield, UCC will be held on the town common Saturday, Sept. 15 from On the third Wednesday of each month, Oklahoma State University before science fiction. 6-7 p.m. at the Overlook Independent joining the United States Marines Loren was a lifelong Methodist and 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is $1 for adults with kids free. To rent a 20 x 20 Living Building, fourth floor Solarium, and serving in the Vietnam War as a most recently a member of the Charlton 88 Masonic Home Road, Charlton. The First Lieutenant. After the war, Loren City United Methodist Church and for- grassy spot for $35, please call Terry at 508-867-4462 and leave your name and intent is to build a support system, worked as a science writer for the merly of the Brentwood Community exchange practical information, talk University of California at Irvine. He United Methodist Church where he mailing address. A registration form will be sent to you. Antiquers, grow- through issues and ways of coping, continued to work as a writer, editor served both congregations as church share feelings, needs and concerns and and graphic designer until his retire- organist and choir member, lay speak- ers, crafters, flea marketers and tag salers are all welcome! Plan to enjoy a to learn about community resources. ment in 2013. er and active community member. Contact Kathy Walker at (508) 434- Loren was predeceased by his father, Loren’s family wishes to thank Dr. delicious grilled lunch in our food tent featuring dogs, burgers and grilled sau- 2551 or kawalker@overlook-mass. Loren Howard Jenks, and is survived Herta Chao and the entire oncolo- org for more information. Presented by his wife, Robin Jenks, his step- gy and general staff at the Veterans sage! Proceeds will support the annual Youth Mission Trip to Washington, DC by Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH son, Gabriel Harmell of Los Angeles, Administration Hospital in West Chapter, visit (800) 272-3900 or alz.org. California, his stepdaughter Elizabeth Haven, Connecticut as well as the staff where teens help our nation’s homeless Clements and her husband John and at the Rose Monahan Hospice House in and low-income population. Thank you for your support. THRIFTY: St. Joseph-St. Pius X two grandsons, Ben and James of Worcester and the VNA Hospice nurs- Parish, 759 Main St., Leicester, 508-859- Grafton, Massachusetts. He is also es and staff. The family would also like 8083.New 2 You Thrift Shop. Hours: survived by his mother, June Jenks, to thank their fellow church members, Saturday Tuesday 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday 9 his sister, Christina Nunn and her neighbors and friends for their incred- September 22 a.m. to noon., Thursday 3 to 6 p.m., husband, Clark, of Cleveland, Texas, ible support. Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. We have added his brother, Alan Jenks, and his wife, In lieu of flowers, donations can be Have something to sell? Reserve Thursday hours. Katherine, of Houston, Texas and made to the Rose Monahan Hospice space at St. Joseph-St. Pius X Parish numerous cousins, nieces, and neph- House, 10 Judith Road, Worcester, Fair: Anyone interested in reserving FREE FOR MOM & KIDS: There ews. Massachusetts, 01602. ​EC space at the St. Joseph-St. Pius X Parish will be free weekly parent/child pro- Loren was a lifelong pianist, organist, Fair on Sept. 22 beginning at 10 a.m. grams from 9 to 11 a.m. Fridays and (with a 4 p.m. outdoor Mass followed by Wednesdays at the North Brookfield a chicken BBQ) to promote & sell items Elementary School, New School Road, is asked to contact the parish office at North. The program runs on school 508-859-8083 for more information as calendar and closes for vacation and soon as possible. Event will take place inclement weather according to North on the grounds of St. Joseph Church Brookfield School calendar. This free RUNNING located at 759 Main St., Leicester. program is sponsored by the Spencer, TOWN WIDE YARD SALE SPACES: Wachusett, North and East Brookfield Friends of the Spencer Senior Center Coordinated Family Grant in part- FOR OFFICE are offering tables for $15 each for the nership with the North Brookfield Town Wide Yard Sale inside the Senior Elementary School. Funded by the Center Hall on Saturday Sept. 22. Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. For more infor- IN NOVEMBER? mation, please call CFCE at (508) 885- 2934 or e-mail Wachusettcpc@hotmail. LOCAL OR STATEWIDE? Ad Libs com. by June SUPPER TIME: A free, community Knock on 12,000 to 46,000 doors with an ad in Stonebridge meal is held on the first Tuesday of the month at The Cross Roads Café Press Newspapers. The Spencer New Leader reaches 12,000+ JANINE’S FROSTEE, Coffeehouse, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., at households all by mail in Spencer, Leicester and The Brookfields. 149 East St., Ware, MA, the Emmanuel Church, 25 Winthrop th Our sister publications reach Charlton, Sturbridge, Southbridge, 13 Annual Car Show for Terrace, Warren. All ages are welcome. Charity is this weekend... There is no cover charge; however, a Auburn, Webster, Oxford, Dudley, Uxbridge, Northbridge, Saturday from 10-2 pm love offering is accepted as a gift to the Douglas, Fiskdale, Holland, Wales, & Brimfield. (rain date is Sunday, July 29). Live music, band or musician as thanks to God for 50/50, prize wheel, raffles, food, and more! their sharing of their talent and gift All newspapers are also online each week and archived on Find their ad on www.508local.com or for the glory of God (www.emmanue- 508local.com as well as posted on 508local Facebook page. visit www.janinesfrostee.com for more lorthodox.org). information! You can also place a political insert/flyer in our papers and STRE-E-E-TCH: Senior Exercises insert by zip code to just your towns. The summer is going by quickly, but there Classes are held every Wednesday from is still time to get your child into CAPEN 10 to 11 a.m. at the Rutland Community HILL SCIENCE AND NATURE CAMP in Center, Glenwood Road. Enjoy an hour Charlton. It’s for kids ages 4-12 and session of fun and exercise to music to help All advertisements and flyers must contain the 4 has openings for July 30th-August 3rd. stay strong, fit, healthy and indepen- following information: “Exploring the woodlands, discovering dent. Classes are co-ed and all are wel- animals, tracks, plants, frogs, insects, rocks, come. The fee is $4 per class. For more “Political Advertisement” at the top, and a minerals, tadpoles, and understanding the information, call Joyce Gamache at environment is what it’s all about.” Call 508- (508) 754-2821. “paid for by the committee to elect…” at the bottom. 248-5516 or register online at Capenhill.org. SIT AND KNIT: knitting group every Are you getting married and need wedding Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Merriam Sample sizes bands? CORMIER JEWELERS of Spencer Gilbert Library, West Brookfield. 1/8th page ...... 5”x 5” has a BUY ONE WEDDING BAND, GET Bring your sewing, embroidery, knit- ONE 50% OFF COUPON in this week’s ting or crochet and enjoy some social- 1/4 page ...... 5”x 10.5” issue! See the ad for disclaimers and coupon izing while you work on your project. expiration date. You must bring in the 1/2 page ...... 10”x 10.5” coupon for the special pricing. N-37: Bingo at the Knights of Columbus, 10 Meadow Road, Spencer Full Page ...... 10”x 21” PLEASANT ST DINER also has a coupon every Thursday. Doors open at 4:30 These are sample sizes…any size is available for political advertising. on the Dining Page this week...10% off with p.m. The first game starts at 6:30 p.m. the ad. See their ad for lunch specials and Along with our regular games we fea- offerings for Seafood Friday. Their full menu ture two winner take all games, two Full Color Space is available on the Front Page can be viewed at pleasantdiner.com...dine in 50/50 games and two progressive jack- or order online for pick-up or delivery. pot games with payouts of $600 and $500 respectively. Good food and soft bever- Contact June at 508-909-4062 ATTENTION NORTH BROOKFIELD ages are available at Judy’s Kitchen. Or email: [email protected] with any RESIDENTS....see the flyer in this week’s Come and enjoy some good food, good issue for the Friends of North Brookfield people and hopefully win a little. questions or for pricing. COA Membership Drive. If you’d like to make a donation, please make checks payable STAY HEALTHY: The VNA Care to Friends of North Brookfield COA and send Network and Hospice is holding a to 29 Forest Street, North Brookfield, MA free Keep Well Clinic to residents 60 MAKE YOUR VOICE 01535. The North Brookfield Senior Center is and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at one of the most important resources in their the Spencer Fish and Game Club on community with an ongoing commitment Mechanic Street. Local residents may COUNT! to educate the community about the needs have their blood pressure checked and of seniors, their families and caregivers. Call learn about health concerns. Blood MA PUBLICATIONS: 508-867-0220 for more information. Charlton Villager, Sturbridge Villager, Southbridge News, sugar, weight monitoring and other health assessments may also be avail- Enjoy the last week of July! Auburn News, Spencer New Leader, Webster Times, able. VNA Care Network and Hospice Blackstone Valley Tribune and the Winchendon Courier clinics are funded in part by the United June Simakauskas Way, local boards of health, private 508-909-4062 foundations. For up-to-date clinic infor- [email protected] mation visit www.vnacarenetwork.org or call (888) 663-3688 x 5603. Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 5

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Corner Lot - Rd Frontage on View Total! Skylights! C/Air! Gas Heat! 2 Car Garage! Garage! Large Deck! Detached Garage! WEBSTER LAKE – Like Grounds! You’ll Spend More Time Outside! Extensive Patio, Paver Walkways & Perennial Gardens w/Landscape Lighting! Irrigation for Lawns, Gardens, $249,000.00 St As Well! Town Services & Gas! Recent .52 Acre Lot! $309,900.00 Updated Electrical! Town Services! Buderus Furnace! $198,900.00 $199,900.00 Potted Plants using Lake Water! 18X24 Partially Covered Composite Deck, w/Vinyl Railings! 90’ U-Shaped Dock! Beautiful Updated 7 Rm A/C’D Ranch! Perfect 14,549’ Level Lot! Inside Find a Lake Facing Cathedral Ceiling Great Rm w/LP Gas Frplace w/Antique Maple Mantle, Hand Planed Maple Hrdwd Flrs, Custom Built Granite Wet Bar w/Tiger Maple Cabinetry! Applianced Granite Kit w/Maple Cabinets & Porcelain Tile Flr! Formal Din Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight & Random Width Birch Flooring w/Hand Cut Antique Nails! 20’ Master Bdrm w/Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight, 2 Ceiling Fans, 6.6X11.6 Walk-in Closet & Dble Closet! 2016 Bthrm w/Travertine Flr, Dble Granite Vanity, Custom Tile Shower, Linen Closet & Cathedral Ceiling w/Opening Skylight! Entry Door/Foyer/Mud Rm w/ Tile Flr, Slider to the Lake & Door to the Kit! Finished Walk-out Lower Level w/2 Bdrms, 1 Lake Facing! Open Liv Area w/Wet Bar & Frig! Full Bathrm! Laundry Rm! Work Shop & Storage Rm! Outside to the 26X32 Detached Garage w/2 Stalls, Workbench Area & 2nd Flr Storage! Start Packing! $749,900.00 WEBSTER LAKE – 39 Bates Point! Panoramic Views of South Pond! One of the Lakes Premier Shorelines! Southern Exp! Amazing Amounts of Sun! Park Like Grounds! You’ll Spend More Time Outside! Extensive Patio, Paver Walkways & Perennial Gardens w/Landscape Lighting! Irrigation for Lawns, Gardens, Potted Plants NEW LISTING ON DEPOSIT NEW LISTING using Lake Water! 18X24 Partially Covered Composite Deck, w/Vinyl Railings! 90’ U-Shaped Dock! Beautiful Updated 7 Rm A/C’D Ranch! Perfect 14,549’ Level WEBSTER LAKE – 54 West Pt Rd! North Pond - Killdeer Isl - West Expo - Beautiful Lake Lot! Inside Find a Lake Facing Cathedral Ceiling Great Rm w/LP Gas Frplace w/Antique Maple Mantle, Hand Planed Maple Hrdwd Flrs, Custom Built Granite WEBSTER – 9-11 Lyndale Ave! 8 WEBSTER LAKE – 812 Beacon Park! Rm Colonial w/Greenhouses! Eat-in Views & Sunsets! 2002 Built 6+ Rm Colonial! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Rd Living! Applianced Wet Bar w/Tiger Maple Cabinetry! Applianced Granite Kit w/Maple Cabinets & Porcelain Tile Flr! Formal Din Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight & Random Width WATERVIEW 1,280’ 5 Rm Townhouse! Lake Kitchen! Formal Dining Rm Open to Kit w/Center Isl! Lake Facing Din Rm w/Panoramic Water Views & Recent Wood Flr! Lake Birch Flooring w/Hand Cut Antique Nails! 20’ Master Bdrm w/Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight, 2 Ceiling Fans, 6.6X11.6 Walk-in Closet & Dble Closet! 2016 Bthrm w/ Facing! Recently Applianced Galley Kit! Facing Liv Rm w/LP Gas Frplc, Recent Wood Flr & French Door to Deck! 1st Flr Laundry & Living Rm w/Wood Floors! Full Bath! Frplcd Liv Rm w/48” Smart TV & Hrdwds! Travertine Flr, Dble Granite Vanity, Custom Tile Shower, Linen Closet & Cathedral Ceiling w/Opening Skylight! Entry Door/Foyer/Mud Rm w/Tile Flr, Slider to Den w/Built-ins! 4 Large Bedrooms Half Bath! 2nd Flr w/3 Spacious Bdrms! Lake Facing Master Suite w/Fantastic Lake Views, the Lake & Door to the Kit! Finished Walk-out Lower Level w/2 Bdrms, 1 Lake Facing! Open Liv Area w/Wet Bar & Frig! Full Bathrm! Laundry Rm! Work Shop Master Bath w/Recent Skylight! 2.5 Tile on 2nd Floor! Nice Level Lot! Walking Baths w/Recent Vanities & New Toilets! Frplc, French Dr to its Deck, Dressing/Office Area & Full Bath w/Whirlpool Tub! A 2nd Full & Storage Rm! Outside to the 26X32 Detached Garage w/2 Stalls, Workbench Area & 2nd Flr Storage! Start Packing! $749,900.00 Bath off the Hall! Huge Lake Facing Walk-out Lower Level w/Gas Stove & Slider to Stone Distance to Center of Webster! Town 2013 A/C & Heat! Garage! Great Lakeside Services! Rte. 395 Near! Walk to Patio is Ready for “Finishing”! Additional Lakeside Deck! Dock! $579,900.00 Pool! Sandy Beach! $284,900.00 Schools & Churches! $104,900.00

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DUDLEY - 22 WILLIAMS ST. PUTNAM, CT - 10 KNOLLWOOD LN LAND! WEBSTER LAKE - 93 BIRCH ISLAND RD WOODSTOCK, CT- 158 W. QUASSET RD NEW LISTING! Spacious WEBSTER/THOMPSON BUILDABLE LOTS Townhouse! 2 Large Bed- Webster Lake - 16 Black Point Rd. rooms w/plenty of closet space, 1-1/2 Baths, Open Waterfront, Boat Access, Buildable w/Town Floor Plan, Appliance Packed Water & Sewer. SORRY SOLD $59,400 Kitchen with Breakfast Bar & Pantry Closet, Living Room Webster Lake - 22 South Point Rd. SORRY, SOLD! with Sliders to Private Deck, Waterfront, Southern exposure! Town Water & 1 Car Garage Under, Base- New listing! 2 Family on webster lake middle pond waterfront! Rare Adorable Oversized 6 room, 4 bedroom Cape! 2200+ Sewer $250,000 Extraordinary Waterfront Retreat on Quasset Lake! Unique, Tranquil, Quiet, Secluded & Private! sf of Living area. Eat in kitchen! front to Back Living ment for Laundry/storage. Opportunity! Great for the investor or home owner looking for additional Long circular driveway! 5.5 acres of land! Patios, covered patios & balconies, stone faced 3 car Convenient Location, near Interstate 395! Fabulous area amenities Thompson - East Thompson Rd. White’s income. Views with a sandy shoreline! First floor has one bedroom ~ det’d garage w/heated studio, Cape Cod shower, winding gravel path to 265’+/- of shoreline! room! 2 baths! Game room, Hardwoods! Lovely 5,000 sqft hip roof 3 story Colonial! 2 story foyer! Extremely impressive kitchen w/upscale every- like restaurants, shopping, walking trails along the river, community Highway 23 acres! Abuts Mass. Line Beautiful second floor is 2 bedrooms. Each unit has its own washer/dryer hook landscaped level yard! Large detached 1-1/2 car ups. Quick access to i-395! Walkout basement & storage area. Paver thing! Offers formal dining & living rooms, 2 family rooms, 2nd floor private office suite, laundry/ garage! NEW PRICE $238,900 events, and recreation! NEW PRICE $139,900. mudroom, exercise studio, LL kitchenette, sauna, 2 fireplaces & more! Master BRs w/private full view! $99,900. patio! Taxes $4,624 yr. $412,900 baths $1,299,000. On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg WEBSTER LAKE - 118 POINT BREEZE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 54 KILLDEER RD. WEBSTER LAKE - 22 LAURELWOOD DR KILLDEER ISLAND! A RARE OPPORTUNITY ON WEBSTER LAKE! ABSOLUTELY THE WATERFRONT PROPERTY YOU’VE BEEN WAITING/ LOOKING FOR! 2.45+/- Acres! 345’+/- road front, 336/384’+/- depth, 275’+/- 1st Time Offered in Reid Smith Cove, Spectacular Lakefront! Mature landscape provides unprecedented privacy, & a friendly level lot at 3700+/- SF, 13 Rm/4.5 Bath Lake Home, Uniquely water’s edge ~ like very few waterfront properties! The possibilities for this property are Designed for Lake-Style Living! Private Setting, only limited by your imagination. The 3700 SF+/- Mid-Century Modern Home is unique Ideal Location, .68 Acres, 92’ of Natural Shoreline, w/massive modern windows that invite your eyes to venture outside to spectacular 180 panoramic views across the lake to stunning Western sunsets and beautiful natural Prof. Landscape, Multiple Decks, Lakeside Cabana, shoreline beyond! Relax & Entertain in the tiled, stone fireplaced family rm, wet bar 3 Mstr BR Suites w/Elegant 1st Flr Mstr ~ all w/ Excellent Opportunity to Finally Own Your Own Webster Lake Waterfront w/sliders to an enormous outdoor patio! The house features a 36’+/- open concept Property! Prime Location, 5,697+/- SF Lot, 50’ Rd & Water Frontage at a Private Baths, Finished Walkout LL w/Living Great Price! Contemporary Ranch offers 996+/- SF of living area w/2 BRs & combination living/dining area with a stone fireplace, an open stairway & interior 2nd full bath. Plus, convenient, indoor access to Walkout Lower Level w/tremen- flr balcony w/access to 5 spacious BRs that overlook the rooms below. A 30x32+/- det’d & Billiard Rms & Summer Kitchen! Call Sharon at dous potential for additional living area. Main level features Open Floor Plan garage w/summer kitchen, 1/2 bath & huge fireplaced patio! Family ownened gem for SORRY, SOLD! 508-954-7222 for More Information $1,150,000. w/sliders to full front deck! Spectacular Westerly views across Middle Pond! Additional land & shore frontage available. $345,000 60+years! $1,495,000 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 24, 2018

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DUDLEY: Custom Designed Waterfront Home! Undiscovered A Dudley has low taxes, easy highway access and great values! 2900 Sq. Ft., 3.5 baths, Hydro air. Access to New Pond for boating, fishing. 32’ kitchen with cherry cabinets, crown mouldings, 1st floor master bedroom suite Brenda Ryan Melissa Mary Jo Spiro Vivian Robin Broker- Cournoyer Demick Thomo Marrero- Giguere Owner Hilli Doros 12 Sunset Dr ~ $579,000 L “We are part of Make Southbridge Home” 201 SOUTH STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 508-765-9155 FAX: 508-765-2698 Debbie Joan Chad Michelle Stan Michelle Paula Thomo Lacoste Splaine Roy Misiaszek Splaine Aversa

OPEN HOUSE SUN 12-2PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 12-2PM Southbridge • 46 Woodland St Southbridge: Beautiful Ranch Southbridge: Charming Craftsman- with 5 rooms 2 bedrooms & 2 style home with 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms baths. Spacious living room with & 2 ½ baths! Move right in. Lovely remodeled kitchen with granite, seating hardwood floors, formal dining island, appliances & lots of cabinets! room. Large master bedroom with double closets & huge Hardwood floors. Second floor master bedroom with beautiful newer bath. master bath w/tile floor, walk in shower and washer & dryer. 1 Two additional bedrooms w/vaulted dormered ceilings and another remodeled car garage. CAIR. Many updates done. $229,900. E full bath! Mostly fenced yard-looks like a home from Better Homes & Gardens! Gas HEAT! $259,900. OXFORD: COMMERCIAL PROPERTY COMMERICIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE INVESTMENT. 2 buildings/homes on one Oxford: Business/Commercial, 3.6+ acres, 2900 Southbridge: COMMERCIAL Southbridge: Fantastic opportunity lot, rear building has office with 2nd floor apt. sq. ft. building, Ideal For Storage Units, Auto Parts BUILDING FOR SALE in the heart of to own this single level, multi tenant Downtown Southbridge! Over 7000sf commercial property in the heart of Main home “The Taft House” has 14 rooms, Store, Mini-Mart, Day Care with three floors. Two individual downtown Southbridge. Building is S storefronts. Storage in basement of just under 6000SF. Three individual modern kitchen, 2 car garage 2000sf. Upstairs has individual electric storefronts. Updates include 275 Main St ~ $675,000 498 Main St ~ $485,000 heat. Current long term storefront tenant who would be willing to stay. electrical, heating and roof. Great profit of over 25k per year! Parking lot in rear of building or parking right in front of the store. Great visibility being right on Main St. Start a business with Szymczak Sells! Szymczak Sells! Endless possibilities for commercial use. $299,900. help from two tenants. Call for details! $319,900. TOO NEW Southbridge: Great Commercial Southbridge: Great 2 family T Space with fixtures & Real Estate with many renovations! 5 rooms FOR included! 572 SF of space. Former 2 bedroom units. Beautiful Beauty Salon-2 chair. 3 dryer stations. hardwood floors, natural PHOTO Reception desk. Vinyl sided. 2012 woodwork, large kitchen w/ roof. New flooring in 2011. CB. Gas pantry. Dining room has closet, SOLD SOLD heat. Parking two cars.Could convert to other uses. Town could be 3rd bedroom. Updated DUDLEY: Cherry kitchen, approval would be required. Just off Main St. $79,900. electrical service with landlord meter. Newer HW heaters. Roof in 2012. Windows & Doors 2008. Long term clean tenants. central air, cathedral ceilings, A $189,900. DUDLEY: Oversized ranch, SHREWSBURY: Contem- 3 bedroom, hardwood floors. 1.5 baths, inground pool porary cape. Sold in 1 week! CALL FOR DETAILS 11 Luther Ln ~ 304,900 4 Barnard St ~ $485,00 T SENIOR HOUSING OPTIONS LAND - LAND - LAND Upcoming Classes DUDLEY Selling - Buying - Downsizing Tobin Farms E Call Jo-Ann or Diane Seller will consider offers for dates and seminars 2 lots or Combine Friday, August 24, 2018 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 7 Open House Directory (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult Community (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment (W) Waterfront ADDRESS STYLE TIME PRICE REALTOR/SELLER/PHONE SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 DUDLEY 7 Dudley-Oxford Rd S 11-1 $499,900 ReMax Advantage 1/Jo-Ann Szymczak 774-230-5044 REAL ESTATE SOUTHBRIDGE 46 Woodland St S 12-2 $259,900 Aucoin Ryan Realty 508-765-9155

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THOMPSON, CT 653 Quinebaug Rd S 11-1 $279,900 Hope Real Estate Group / Matt Ross 774-535-4285 LEGALS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS lowing items starting at 7:15 p.m. or as filed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sugden Block soon thereafter as can be heard: Rene M. Brown of Charlton City MA The Trial Court Town of Spencer, MA Special Permit – Applicant/Owner: requesting that the Court enter a for- Probate and Family Court In accordance with the provisions of Glenn Maffei; Location 49 East Charl- mal Decree and Order and for such Worcester Probate and Family General Laws, Chapter 30B, Section ton Road, Spencer Assessor’s Map other relief as requested in the Petition. Court 16, the Board of Selectmen, acting on R14/4-9. The applicant is requesting The Petitioner requests that 225 Main Street behalf of the Town of Spencer through a special permit to park vehicles over Rene M. Brown of Charlton City MA Worcester, MA 01608 the Building and Property Re-Use one ton on his property under Spencer be appointed as Personal Representa- (508) 831-2200 Committee, is seeking proposals from Zoning Bylaw Section 4.8.4 (Parking tive(s) of said estate to serve Without Docket No. WO15P4017EA qualified development entities for the Vehicles over One Ton in Capacity). Surety on the bond in an unsuper- CITATION ON PETITION FOR sale and redevelopment of the his- The property is located within the Rural vised administration. ORDER OF COMPLETE toric Sugden Block Building at 117 Residential zoning district. IMPORTANT NOTICE SETTLEMENT Main Street in downtown Spencer, Interested Parties may review these You have the right to obtain a copy of Estate of: Massachusetts. applications at the Office of Develop- the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Paul X Gaucher Respondents are invited to submit ment & Inspectional Services in Me- Court. You have a right to object to this Date of Death: 10/11/2015 one (1) original and five (5) copies in morial Town Hall located at 157 Main proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- A Petition for Order of Complete a sealed package or envelope labeled Street Spencer, MA 01562, during ney must file a written appearance and Settlement has been filed by: “Sugden Block Proposal” no later than regular business hours from 7:30am- objection at this Court before: 10:00 Jeanne H Gaucher of Spencer MA 11:00AM on September 17, 2018 at 4:30pm Monday-Wednesday and a.m. on the return day of 09/18/2018. requesting that the court enter a for- which time all proposals will be opened 7:30am-12:00pm on Thursdays. The This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- mal Decree of Complete Settlement and read publicly at Spencer Town Hall. ZBA is committed to ensuring that line by which you must file a written ap- including the allowance of a final ac- The Request for Proposals (RFP) and its public meetings are accessible to pearance and objection if you object to count and other such relief as may be associated appendices will be made people with disabilities. Should you this proceeding. If you fail to file a time- requested in the Petition. available on the Town’s website as of require auxiliary aids, services, writ- ly written appearance and objection IMPORTANT NOTICE August 15, 2018. All communications ten materials in other formats, or rea- followed by an affidavit of objections You have the right to obtain a copy regarding this RFP must be made sonable modifications in policies and within thirty (30) days of the return day, of the Petition from the Petition- in writing to Paul Dell’Aquila, Town procedures, please call 508-885-7500 action may be taken without further no- er or at the Court. You have a right Planner, 157 Main Street, Spencer ext. 180 in advance of the scheduled tice to you. to object to this proceeding. To do MA 01562. Emailed questions may be meeting. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION so, you or your attorney must file a addressed to pdellaquila@spencerma. August 24, 2018 UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS written appearance and objection at gov. August 31, 2018 UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) this Court before 10:00 a.m. on the The Town reserves the right to reject, A Personal Representative appointed return day of 09/11/2018. in its sole discretion, any proposal not under the MUPC in an unsupervised This is NOT a hearing date, but a submitted in accordance with this RFP Commonwealth of Massachusetts administration is not required to file an deadline by which you must file a and any amendments hereto, or to The Trial Court inventory or annual accounts with the written appearance and objection if reject any and all proposals, in its sole Probate and Family Court Court. Persons interested in the estate you object to this proceeding. If you discretion, for any reason. Worcester Probate and Family are entitled to notice regarding the ad- fail to file a timely written appear- Thomas Gregory Court ministration directly from the Personal ance and objection followed by an Town Administrator 225 Main Street Representative and may petition the Affidavit of Objections within thirty August 24, 2018 Worcester, MA 01608 Court in any matter relating to the es- (30) days of the return date, action August 31, 2018 (508) 831-2200 tate, including the distribution of assets may be taken without further notice Docket No. WO18P2625EA and expenses of administration. to you. Notice of Public Hearing – CITATION ON PETITION FOR WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A Keamy, First Spencer Zoning Board of Appeals FORMAL ADJUDICATION Justice of this Court. Justice of this Court. At the regularly scheduled Zoning Estate of: Date: August 08, 2018 Date: August 09, 2018 Board of Appeals meeting to be held Stephen H. Brown Stephanie K. Fattman, Stephanie K. Fattman, on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 in the Date of Death: 05/27/2018 Register of Probate Register of Probate McCourt Social Hall of Memorial Town To all interested persons: August 24, 2018 August 24, 2018 Hall, 157 Main Street, Spencer, MA, a A Petition for Formal Appointment of public hearing will be held on the fol- Personal Representative has been

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Well-maintained, 3rd row 500 with Rack, Sissy Bar & 4824 full View with Grill $185 or best seats, black, one-owner. 760 VANS/TRUCKS rience & Sissy Bag OnLy6,800 Miles, offer. (508) 892-9595 pRAyER TO ST. 433 CLEANING $11,000. 508-688-7666 2008 ZODIAC and 14’ a following of many always garaged! $1,150 (203) 2006 Ford E150 Van, good CAnOE, excellent condition. MOTORS: 1/2HP 230/460V JUDE May The Sacred satisfied customers. f250 work truck, 2012, RWD, 574-0692 (in Brimfield, Mass). condition. 65,952 miles, $3,300 ACTI-V 9’4”, electric pump/all HOUSE CLEAnInG AVAIL- 1725RPM, 56 frame $30. 5HP, Heart of Jesus Be Adored, Glo- 71K, equipped with aluminum Call 508-765-4738 x 322 accessories, air floor. 2009 ABLE Reasonable rates. 230/460V 1740RPM, 184T rified, loved And Preserved We also sell a nice flatbed with fold-down sides. 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White 130 YARD SALES ber 414-2474 Couch and Blue Velvet Chair & floral Chair $450. 48” Round **************** ******* Slate and Cherry Coffee Table DEADLInE FOR WAR RELICS & WAR 6-pIECE TWIn BEDROOM with Matching End Table $500. yARD SALE SOUVEnIRSWAnTED:WWII SET FOR SALE: Matching & EARlIER CA$H WAITING! 500 REAL ESTATE Antique Dining Room Set; Table headboard, footboard, 5-drawer SUBMISSIOnS IS Helmets, Swords, Daggers, Bay- w/ Six Chairs, Buffet Server, nOOn MOnDAy Hold on to your chest, 6-drawer dresser with onets, Medals, Badges, flags, China Cabinet & Secretary. mirror, and night stand in dark FOR ALL Uniforms, etc. Over 30 Years Ex- Excellent Condition $1,500. 501 REAL ESTATE oak. In very good condition. MASS. WEEKLy perience. Call David Queen Size Hillsboro Iron Bed Asking $500.00 or best offer. 1-(508)688-0847. I’ll Come To WANTED w/ Beautyrest Black Box Spring pApERS Call 508-846-5486 YoU! and Mattress. 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Call 508-277-6568 if ***** MOVInG SALE, 17 Greenville 505 APARTMENTS FOR interested. St., Spencer 8/25-8/26, Sat. & FOSTER PARENTS RENT REMEMBER yOUR SWEET- Sun. 8am+ furniture, clothes, Options & Prices WANTED: Seeking Quality ALL BEST OFFER MoVING HEART: Collection of Victorian electronics, much more! SAlE: 6 Chairs, Two wedding Era hand-painted items All Homes Throughout Central DUDLEy - 2-BEDRooM APT. dresses size 14 & 18; Mother of with roses: vases, rose bowls, MA To Provide Foster Care Hardwoods, country setting, bride dress size 18; Bridesmaid pitchers, chocolate pot, cake To Children In Need. 24/7 pond view, off-street parking, dresses, size 18; Piano; 2-draw sets, planters. No reasonable Support. Generous Reim- heat, hot water, rubbish and offer refused. 508-237-2362 200 GEN. BUSINESS bursement. $1000 Sign-On hook-ups included. Starting at filing cab. Green Sofa & Auburn loveseat; 4-burner gas grill; Bonus. Call For Details. $925. 1st, last, security. 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Excellent 1-11: 8x8 $1075 8x10 $1260; ACATION ENTALS Condition! $400. CAll (508) 8x12 $1350; 8x16 $1675 Deliv- 2nD SHIFT pART-TIME DIS- 575 V R 988-0698 ered, Built on-Site. other Sizes pATCHER for Sat. & Sun. We will train qualified applicants. FOR SALE WooD AND/oR Available. CAll (413) 324-1117 Dispatch Solutions is an E/o/E. CAPE COD TIME SHARE CoAl IRoN SToVE: $500 or Edgewater TREES/FIELDSTOnE: All applicants must pass a pre- FOR SALE: best offer. WooD PEllET LET US KNOW!!! Beach Resort, 95 Chase Av- Trees- Evergreens, Excellent employment drug screen and Call or email Stonebridge Press today SToVE $500 or best offer. Call Please call us so that we enue, Dennisport, MA 02639 Privacy Border. Hemlocks- criminal background check to be 508-471-0959 On the water, Studio (Unit Spruces-Pines (3’-4’ Tall) 5 for can take your ad eligible for employment. Call 508-909-4105 or [email protected] 706). Permanent Week 33 $99. 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Programmable asthma attacks thermostats can be set so air condi- tioning units turn on shortly before ma can invest in an air purifier and residents arrive home, ensuring the vacuum regularly, being sure to use house is comfortable and no energy is a HEPA-equipped appliance. Routinely wasted. replacing HVAC system filters can help • Narrow the gap between indoor prevent allergens from blowing around and outdoor temperatures. The DOE the house. Also, frequent maintenance notes that the smaller the difference of HVAC systems will ensure they are between the temperature indoors and operating safely and not contributing to outside the lower cooling costs will poor indoor air quality. be. While it may be tempting to set Mold can be mitigated by reducing thermostats to room temperature (68 moisture in a home. Moist environ- F) on days when temperatures reach ments in the kitchen and bathroom may 90 F or above, that’s an enormous promote mold growth. Ventilation is temperature gap that will result in key to keep mold at bay. a high energy bill. Instead, the DOE recommends setting thermostats to 78 TOBACCO SMOKE F whenever possible. Thirdhand smoke, or THS, may be • Open the windows at night. unfamiliar to many people. A 2011 report Daytime temperatures, particularly published in Environmental Health during the dog days of summer, may Perspectives says THS is an invisible necessitate the use of air conditioners. combination of gases and particles that But men and women who live in cli- can cling to clothing, cushions, car- mates where temperatures drop con- peting, and other materials long after siderably at night can sleep with their secondhand smoke has cleared from windows open. This reduces energy a room. Studies have indicated that Ceiling fans can reduce reliance on costly consumption and saves money, and Did you know that, according to residual nicotine levels can be found air conditioners when cooling homes in sum- can be a great way to introduce fresh the U.S. Centers for Disease Control in house dust where people smoke or mertime. air into a home during a time of year and Prevention, more than 25 million once smoked. Studies have indicated when air can become stagnant. Americans, including roughly seven that smoke compounds can adsorb onto Energy bills tend to be high in sum- • Do not set air conditioner thermo- surfaces and then desorb back into air mertime, when many people crank up million children, have asthma? It’s true, stats at lower than normal tempera- and those numbers have steadily risen over time. their air conditioners in an attempt to tures when turning them on. The DOE in recent years. Keeping tobacco smoke out of a home combat the heat. For some households, notes that setting thermostats at lower Asthma is more than occasional can improve indoor air quality and per- higher energy bills might be stretch- than normal temperatures when turn- wheezing or feeling out of breath during sonal health. ing their budgets, while others might ing air conditioners on will not cool physical activity. Asthma is chronic VOCS be looking for ways to reduce their homes any faster than setting them at and can lead to coughing, wheezing, carbon footprints. typical temperatures. Such a strategy shortness of breath, fast breathing, and Volatile organic compounds, or Conserving energy can help home- will only lead to excessive energy con- chest tightness, states the Asthma and VOCs, are gases released from com- owners save money and help the plan- sumption and higher energy bills. Allergy Foundation of America. In the monly used products. These can include et at the same time. And reducing • Install ceiling fans. Ceiling fans 21st century, people spend significant paints and varnishes, cleaning supplies, energy consumption in the summer can improve cooling efficiency in a time indoors at home, school or work, air fresheners, new furniture, and new does not require men and women to home. According to the DOE, ceiling and indoor air environments could be carpet. People with asthma may find sacrifice comfort in the name of con- fans allow men and women who use triggers for asthma. Improving indoor that VOCs can trigger attacks. Airing servation. In fact, various strategies air conditioners to raise the thermo- air quality can help people breathe out items, reducing usage of products can help homeowners and apartment stats on their AC units about 4 F with- clearly. The AAFA notes that the fol- that are heavily scented and choos- dwellers reduce their summertime out adversely affecting comfort levels. lowing agents can adversely affect ing low- or no-VOC products can help. energy consumption. Men and women who live in temperate indoor air quality, potentially trigger- Making cleaning products from baking • Stop cooling an empty home. A cool climates may find that ceiling fans are ing asthma attacks. soda, vinegar and liquid oil soap also home might be the ultimate necessi- can keep indoor air quality high. enough to keep rooms cool without the ALLERGENS ty during summer heat waves, but need for air conditioners. Homeowners who plan to renovate there’s no reason to cool a residence Homeowners can combat high utili- Allergens such as mold, dust mites, their homes can consider using the when no one is home. According to the ty bills and excessive energy consump- pet dander and fur, and waste from appropriate specifications for HVAC U.S. Department of Energy, operating tion during the summer with various insects or rodents thrive in many systems to promote good indoor air, as well as address any other potential thermostats more efficiently can help eco- and budget-friendly strategies. homes. Ensuring indoor air quality is homeowners trim their cooling costs high can cut back on the amount of problems that may be compromising by as much as 10 percent. One way to allergens in the air. People with asth- indoor air quality. Run air conditioners without How to conserve water wasting energy as the mercury rises Conserving nat- ural resources is programmable thermostats often so simple that that homeowners can adjust people make some when they go to bed, ensuring adjustments with- they won’t be cooling empty out affecting their living rooms and basements daily lives at all. overnight. But sometimes it’s • Have units serviced not so easy to con- before summer begins. Well- serve. maintained central air con- Summer is ditioners will work more effi- one time of year ciently. Routine maintenance when conserva- tion efforts tend to of air conditioning systems require more sacri- will ensure that systems aren’t fice than normal. Even the most devoted conservationist working harder, and therefore may find it difficult to conserve water during the dog days consuming more energy, than of summer, when drought and soaring temperatures make necessary to cool a home. it difficult to maintain lawns and gardens. Thankfully, there • Let fans and air condition- are ways to help lawns and gardens withstand summer’s dog ers work together. The DOE days without wasting water. notes that using fans and air • Water wisely. Watering lawns and gardens in the early conditioners simultaneously is morning hours is a savvy move for various reasons. Heat- an effective way to circulate related illnesses such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion cool air throughout a home. By pose a serious threat to people of all ages, and the Centers for running both fans and air con- Disease Control and Prevention recommends cooling off in ditioners at the same, the air air conditioned places as temperatures climb. By watering Having central air conditioning units serviced before the start of summer can conditioners won’t have to be their lawns and gardens early in the morning, homeown- ensure they run as efficiently as possible when temperatures begin to rise. run as long or as hard as they ers are ensuring they won’t be outside watering during would if no fans were turned those times of day when their risk for heat stroke and heat on. exhaustion is at its peak. In addition, watering in the early • Conserve energy in other morning when the sun has not yet reached its peak decreases Few people can make it summer is a noble pursuit, ways. Because the dangers of the amount of water that will be lost to evaporation, thereby through the dog days of sum- but people should not jeopar- heat stroke and heat exhaus- increasing the amount of water that will make it into water- mer without turning on their dize their health in an effort tion are so considerable, men needy lawns and gardens. air conditioners. Men and to conserve energy. Air condi- and women should never keep • Shower at the beach. Beach enthusiasts can conserve women concerned about the tioners might not be the most their air conditioners off on hot water and save money on their water bills by taking quick environment and conserving eco-friendly appliances, but days simply to conserve ener- showers at the beach to wash the sand off. A cold shower can energy may try to avoid using there are ways to run them gy. Finding safer alternatives be the perfect remedy after a long day of soaking up some their air conditioners, but without wasting energy. to conserving energy on hot sun at the beach. And because beach showers use cold water, doing so on especially hot days • Use a window unit or zoned days can be just as effective and beachgoers are less likely to take luxurious, potentially can be challenging and poten- system overnight. The U.S. won’t put consumers’ health at wasteful showers than they might at home. tially even deadly. Department of Energy notes risk. Unplug appliances that • Take nights off from doing dishes. Hand-washing dishes The Centers for Disease that central air conditioners are not being used and prepare may seem like a more effective way to conserve water than Control and Prevention esti- are more efficient than room cold dinners so ovens that can using a dishwasher, but that’s not the case. The National mates that roughly 600 people air conditioners, which are typ- make home interiors feel hotter Resources Defense Council notes that hand-washing dishes die from complications related ically installed in windows. But won’t need to be turned on. In can consume as many as 27 gallons of water, while Energy to extreme heat each year. Heat central air conditioning sys- addition, take advantage of the Star®-rated dishwashers consume just three gallons of water. stroke can result when a body tems that are not zoned may longer daylight hours in sum- Before running the dishwasher, make sure it’s full. • Cover your pool. Keeping pools covered during the dog overheats after prolonged expo- be cooling empty rooms over- mer and keep lights off until days of summer reduces the likelihood that pool water will sure to or physical exertion in night. Apartment dwellers may the sun goes down. These are be lost to evaporation. In fact, the GRACE Communications high temperatures. The Mayo find window units less waste- safe ways to conserve energy Clinic notes that the condition ful, while homeowners who Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating on hot days. sustainable food systems, notes that uncovered pools can lose is most common in summer can afford to install zoned air Air conditioners can keep as much as 1,000 gallons of water to evaporation each month. and that a lack of air condition- conditioning systems may rest people safe during summer, Conserving water during the dog days of summer may ing during periods of sustained easier knowing they are only and there are ways to use them require some sacrifice. But such sacrifices are easier than hot weather is a risk for heat paying to cool certain parts of and still conserve energy. many people may expect. stroke. their homes overnight. Zoned Conserving energy during systems come equipped with Auburn News, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Spencer New Leader, Southbridge News, Webster Times, Sturbridge Villager, Charlton Villager Friday, August 24, 2018 • The Express • 3 Environment Green options in home siding If new siding is on the list of must-do home projects this year, there are many factors to consider. Though it’s a trans- formative renovation, replace- ment siding is a significant and potentially expensive under- taking. Therefore, careful con- sideration must be given to the materials used and their main- tenance, longevity, insulation factor, and cost. Many home- owners also want siding that is eco-friendly. Sustainability is an import- ant consideration for many homeowners. Data from the National Association of Home Builders’ “Green Multifamily and Single Family Homes 2017 SmartMarket Brief” indicates that at least one-third of sin- gle-family and multifamily home builders who were sur- veyed said that green building is a significant portion of their overall activity (more than 60 percent of their portfolio). By 2022, this number should increase to nearly one-half in both the single-family and mul- tifamily sectors. Green build- ing has become an important and established part of the resi- Stucco, reclaimed wood and brick can be more eco-friendly than vinyl siding and other materials. dental construction sector. Where siding is sourced, the materials that go into its fabri- ronmentally friendly, home- longevity of bricks can often CO2 emissions associated with This nonrenewable resource cation and how well that sid- owners may want to seek out offset the energy expenditure cement production. Stucco can can be beautiful on a home ing insulates a home are key reclaimed lumber. This wood in their manufacture. Plus, reduce air infiltration that and durable, but mining it can aspects of its “green factor.” has history and causes very many bricks are made from causes drafts in a home. impact the environment. If The following are some of the little environmental impact. natural clay, which can be an homeowners can use reclaimed more sustainable options in Plus, timber salvaged from old excellent insulator. FIBER-CEMENT or displaced stone, those are home siding. buildings or fallen trees may be more sustainable options. STUCCO Fiber-cement is similar to RECLAIMED TIMBER superior to new wood because stucco in that it is made from Manufactured stone, which it likely came from slow-grow- HouseLogic says traditional sand, Portland cement, clay, is cement and other materi- A house sided with clap- ing, old trees with dense grain. stucco is made from sand and and wood pulp fibers. It can als molded to look like stone, board, or a log cabin-inspired is also aesthetically appealing BRICK Portland cement mixed with be fire-resistant and insect- look, is iconic. These types of water to make a usable plaster. proof and will not rot. It’s a sta- and more eco-friendly. siding are typically made from Avoid any negative envi- It’s tough and durable — often ble material that can recover Replacing siding is a insect-repellant pine, cedar, ronmental impact by choosing lasting the life of the house. almost 80 percent of the initial significant undertaking. cypress, or redwood. While locally produced or reclaimed Eco-friendly variants include cost, according to the National Homeowners can consider lumber certified by the Forest bricks — or those made from stucco made with an earth-and- Association of Realtors®. sustainability when selecting Stewardship Council is envi- post-consumer content. The lime mixture, offsetting the replacement siding materials. STONE Maintain indoor air quality all year long

with excessive amounts of dust or debris. • Avoid chemical clean- ing products. Chemical cleaning products may be great at disinfecting dishes, countertops and other areas in the home, but such items may be toxic and adversely affect indoor air quality. For example, chemicals such as bleach and ammo- nia, which are used in many commercial clean- ing products, can linger in the air, irritating the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Homeowners con- cerned about the quali- ty of air in their homes also can avoid scented products, such as air fresheners and scented detergents, which the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health notes may release volatile organic com- pounds into the air. • Inspect bathrooms for mold growth. Mold can grow on surfaces that are routinely wet, and that makes poorly ventilat- ed bathrooms common sources for home mold infestations. Mold can adversely affect indoor air quality when mold spores are released, potentially triggering Ducts may need to be serviced by professionals in homes where indoor air quality is poor. allergic reactions, asth- ma attacks and respirato- ry conditions. After bath- ing in bathrooms without vents, men and women Millions of people anx- in a home can add to that indoor air quality and a Men and women can peri- that much of the dirt in can open windows so the iously anticipate the dreariness while adverse- host of health problems odically inspect poten- air ducts adheres to the room dries before mold arrival of spring. Months ly affecting individuals’ if it goes undetected in a tial sources of CO and duct surfaces without can grow. In bathrooms spent cooped up indoors health. Air quality tends home. According to the address any issues they ever entering living spac- with vents, make sure as temperatures outside to suffer most in win- U.S. Centers for Disease find while also making es. However, the EPA vents are running during dip below freezing can ter, but there are ways Control and Prevention, sure all CO detectors are notes that homeowners baths and showers and take their toll, and those to ensure the air inside potential sources of CO in properly installed and should consider having afterward until ceilings, first warm, sunny days a home stays healthy all a home include improp- functioning optimally. their ducts cleaned if walls and floors appear of spring can be just what year long. erly vented natural • Inspect HVAC ducts. an inspection uncovers dry. people need to kick the • Inspect and address gas appliances, such as Ductwork is used to deliv- substantial visible mold Poor indoor air quality winter blues. any sources of carbon stoves and water heaters, er warm or cool air in growth. In addition, the can be easily addressed to Winter can be dreary monoxide. Carbon mon- gas-powered tools that homes with heating and EPA recommends home- ensure individuals stay for people confined to oxide, or CO, is an invis- are used indoors, clogged air conditioning systems. owners consider clean- healthy throughout the indoors as temperatures ible, odorless gas that chimneys, or blocked The U.S. Environmental ing if ducts are infested year. drop, and poor air quality can contribute to poor heating exhaust vents. Protection Agency notes with vermin or clogged www.StonebridgePress.com Auburn News, Blackstone Valley Tribune, Spencer New Leader, Southbridge News, 4 • The Express • Friday, August 24, 2018 Webster Times, Sturbridge Villager, Charlton Villager