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Volume 13, Number 28 Friday, May 1, 2020 Lake Wickaboag eagles captured on film

By Eileen Kennedy Henderson said this is the Staff writer third year the eagles have nest- ed there, although they don’t WEST BROOKFIELD – stay all year. The adults leave It’s that time of year for many after the eaglets leave the nest. birds and animals, and pho- “While they really love hav- tographer Anna Henderson ing the eagles nest on their captured a bald eagle and its property, by the time they chick recently, which happens leave the residents are ready to be one of her favorite activi- for them to go,” she said. ties: photographing birds. Many times partial carcasses “This is the first time I’ve are dropped from the nest, and TURLEY PUBLICATION gotten eagles,” she said in an they must park their cars away COURTESY PHOTOS BY interview Monday. “I know from the nest so those items ANNA HENDERSON the people whose property the don’t land on them. “They A bald eagle in its nest nest is on and they said I could also find cool things the birds on Lake Wickaboag in come anytime and take pho- West Brookfield. tos.” Please see EAGLES, page 7 Sarah Duff works Stitch in time fills a need By Ellenor Downer Facebook group, “The Masked donations of some elastic and on COVID-19 unit Staff writer Makers,” she said. “I had never cotton fabric. “Some sewers are run a Facebook group before hugely productive and others HOMETOWN HEROES REGION – When she so there were a few start up sew what they can, when they heard of the mask shortage, issues but we’ve been growing can,” Sansoucy. “All sewers are Editor’s Note: Do you Juli Sansoucy decided to con- ever since.” welcome. Everyone has their know someone in the Quaboag tact several members of the or- “Masked Makers” quick- own level of sewing comfort Current’s coverage area who is chestra she conducts, who work ly grew to approximately 20 and people self-select when it a hometown hero these days as at UMass Memorial Medical sewists, a supply person and comes to mask difficulty.” a first responder, nurse, doctor, Center, about making masks. established pick up and drop grocery worker, transportation Cloth masks are unaccept- off points. The group received Please see STITCH, page 10 worker or in some other capac- able for those dealing directly ity? If you do, send their name with COVID-19, but docu- and how to contact you and mented research said that a the person you think should be cloth mask is 50 to 60 percent featured to ekennedy@turley. effective. The masks are even com. more efficient with a filter. Later that day, Dr. Jeff By Curtis Fraser Baxter, a bassoonist in the or- Special correspondent chestra, said he could use the masks. Baxter oversees Spec- WORCESTER – Nor- trum Methadone clinics across mally at this time of year, the state and he was going Worcester State University ju- to have to ration his N-95s to nior Sarah Duff would in the TURLEY PUBLICATIONS COURTESY PHOTO screen those coming into the the midst of her field hockey Sarah Duff, in her personal protective building. He had none for the team’s non-traditional spring gear as she works in a COVID-19 ward rest of his staff. at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Sansoucy took on the chal- practice schedule, perhaps Worcester. Duff, a Quaboag Regional running sprints on Coughlin Middle High School graduate, is lenge. She called a quilter Field, leading her team in a attending Worcester State University friend, who offered to help and where she is studying nursing, and is to start recruiting volunteers. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS COURTESY PHOTO Please see DUFF, page 6 scheduled to graduate in 2021. “The next day I started the Nurses wear masks made by Masked Makers, a group of volunteers, who sew masks. DON’T FORGET TO INSPIRE OTHERS Fire damages West Brookfield Road home NORTH BROOKFIELD – bringing other fire departments A house at 38 West Brookfield through mutual aid, he said. Road was badly damaged Sat- The residents exited the home, urday afternoon when a fire be- but reported their cat and dog gan in the basement, according were still inside. Firefighters to Fire Chief Joseph Holway. got the pets out of the home, It started near the wood he said. stove in the basement and Brookfield, Spencer and spread to the floor joists around Barre fire departments helped the bathroom on the first floor, out at the fire while Rutland he said. and Oakham fire departments The call came in at about 1 helped cover the Fire Station p.m, and the Fire Department while the fire was being fought, Tantasqua Regional High School’s sign gives warrior-like advice to all students. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EILEEN KENNEDY quickly called a second alarm, he said. PAGE 2 The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 - community -

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etters to the ed- itor should be guest column L250 words or less in length, and guest columns between 500 and 800 words. No un- Finding shared signed or anonymous opinions will be pub- lished. We require that value: Staying the person submitting the opinion also include his or her town of res- safe at home idence and home tele- By JAC and Jason Patrissi phone number. We au- Guest columnists thenticate authorship prior to publication. We s the pandemic progresses, each of reserve the right to edit us is being asked to re-focus on what or withhold any sub- we value, even as it gets hard. We are A missions deemed to be asked to value the health of our neighbors, libelous, unsubstantiat- which means wearing masks and staying home in order to keep the levels of infection ed allegations, personal from going up. But once at home, the chal- attacks, or defamation lenges mount. Many of us are wondering of character. how long we can last without income. We are letter to the editor Send opinions to: afraid for our health, and grieving many loss- Letters to the Editor, es: income, connection, stability, the things Disagrees with column 80 Main Street, Ware, that make us well. Our kids are feeling these MA 01082 OR e-mail things, too. We can expect that children will I was interested in reading Lee Hamil- most everything, but where does that show to ekennedy@turley. act out their frustrations and fear on others. ton’s view on “What makes a successful pol- integrity? It’s no wonder the word “politi- As adults, we have to care for ourselves com. Deadline for sub- itician?” He said he has spent a lifetime in cian” has become tainted. Thank God that mission is Monday at in order to keep our cool with our kids and politics that has given him a sense of what we have a business man as our president and family members. Good advice includes: makes a good one. Then goes on to say that not a politician. I am praying that Trump noon for the following • taking some time to find any small most successful politician have integrity. I will be “successful” in his endeavor to Make week’s edition. amount of gratitude; was shocked when he wrote “Bill Clinton America Great Again.” • calling on a power greater than our- comes to mind.” Granted, Clinton could Joan Small TURLEY PUBLICATIONS selves; charm the pants off people and lie about Hillside Avenue, North Brookfield • tepping away until we get a different per- spective; • distracting ourselves with music or read- ing that is designed to counter the mood we CURRENT are in. we find an animal video or we watch a THE QUABOAG CURRENT (USPS# 10860) is published weekly (every comedian that makes us laugh; Starting annual flowers indoors Friday) by Turley Publications, • helping someone else; Inc., 24 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069. Telephone at 413-283- • making sure we do something produc- his past Saturday my hardening off. 8393 or fax at 413-289-1977. tive that gets our heart rate up a little; daughters and I complet- N THE Bachelor’s button or cornflower: Periodical Postage Prices are Paid I G a r d e n • talking through things with someone; ed our annual seed start- Could the first name come from at Palmer, MA. T POSTMASTER: Please send • sticking to some kind of routine. ing ritual. First, we gathered all the fact that this flower fits per- address changes to: Quaboag For most people, these suggestions will of the brightly-colored packets fectly into a button hole? Or may- Current, 24 Water Street, Palmer, help us regulate our emotions. However, of flower seeds I had accumulat- be it’s popularity as a boutonniere MA 01069. when it comes to stopping intimate partner ed, and with them all sprawled flower? No matter, kids will love PATRICK H. TURLEY violence and staying safe at home, there is out in front us, started writing them because of their two-inch CEO more work required. out labels on old Popsicle sticks. delicate blooms in pretty shades KEITH TURLEY We have to choose to value our partner’s Both the girls have their own lit- of blue, pink, lavender, maroon President safety and well-being more than we value tle flower plot in the garden; it’s Roberta McQuaid and white. Plants can grow any- EDITOR Eileen Kennedy being able to disrespect them or abuse them always fun to see what varieties where from one to three feet tall [email protected] when we don’t like how things are going, make the “cut” so to speak. and are rather lanky in appearance. For that or how we feel. When we are abusive—dis- Then I found a good selection of clean, reason they can be spaced at just six inches ADVERTISING SALES respectful, intimidating, bullying scary or reused containers: six-packs from plants I apart. They often peter out in the heat, so Dan Flynn, Tim Mara and Lisa Marulli dangerous – we act this way because we give purchased last year, former yogurt or take- resow in late June for blooms well into the ourselves permission to do so. When we ex- out ice cream cups and other such contain- fall. SPORTS EDITOR perience negative events and emotions, we ers, and filled them with moist potting soil. Calendula or pot marigold: Long prized Greg Scibelli decide that this is justification to misuse our We usually sow one or two seeds per cell or for its medicinal qualities, we all love calen- [email protected] power over others. We make ourselves or our cup, depending on the gusto of the plant dula because of its bright yellow or orange needs superior to others. We can all do better sown. This year, my favorite seed starting flowers. Depending on variety, the petals on than this. We can become safe and reliable mix is the Coast of Maine brand. I pur- these beauties can be single, semi-double or SOCIAL MEDIA people for our partners, our kids, our friends chased it at Hardwick Farmer’s Co-op, in fully double, and can have contrasting dark and family. Gilbertville, no- contact style by calling and eyes. Most top off at less than two feet tall. @QuaboagCurrent In addition to the skills listed above, try paying ahead. They are subtly fragrant. Plant 10 inches WEB these: Once the seeds are sown we put all of the apart. Cut spent blooms to keep the plant www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com • STOP MAKING IT WORSE. Notice containers in a tray covered loosely with a producing and with any luck you could see when you’ve decided you don’t like what clear plastic bag and placed it in a warm flowers past the first fall frost. Do let a few is going on and are telling yourself things spot. Once they germinate I’ll make sure flowers fade on the plant, and when they are like: “Who do they think they are? 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GARDEN from page 4 depending on variety. Plant six inch- seed? It is a lot of fun to see the pro- es apart for the shorter types and at cess full circle, from seed to flowers Marigolds: We either “love ‘em least a foot apart for the taller vari- and then to seed again. The varieties or hate ‘em,” probably because of eties. I have outlined below are great for be- their smell. Kids always seem to steer Zinnias: My absolute favorite ginners or children, but even old pros to the former. First off, the easy to summer flower in the world! Some will enjoy these and many other types handle seeds are really cool because say gaudy, I say cheerful. The dahl- come mid-summer. they’re black and white and have tails! ia-flowered variety ‘Benary’s Giant’ Roberta McQuaid graduated from They come up easily and bloom for has flowers in every color but blue. the Stockbridge School of Agriculture most of the summer even in drought. They regularly top four inches across. at the University of Massachusetts. Of the three species most common- Plant these in the back of the border For the last 28 years, she has held the ly sold, stick with either the French at least one foot apart. A bouquet of position of staff horticulturalist at Old or the African for bouquet making. these would certainly deserve a pretty Sturbridge Village. She enjoys growing French types are best for the edge of vase and prominence on the window food as well as flowers. Have a ques- the border, growing only about a foot sill. tion for her? Email it to ekennedy@ tall. African marigolds usually grow Why not forgo buying transplants turley.com with “Gardening Question” anywhere from two to three feet tall this year and start some flowers from in the subject line.

SAFE from page 4 our tone of voice, facial expressions and people are experiencing the same difficul- To learn more about groups in our bodies communicate. Yelling does not ties and challenges. I can be part of mod- community that teach people how to be violent or hurtful?” always cause fear, but if we have been eling respectful boundaries.” safe in relationships contact Proteus 413- Tell yourself, “This behavior will dam- dangerous or intimidating, then yelling • BE RESPECTFUL AND SAFE: 967-6241, ext. 58531. People can feel your age my relationship; I could even poten- is communicating to those we love that Real respect means showing someone we anger, contempt and belligerence. They tially be arrested. we don’t really value them. That’s not the care about that they are safe with us, no can also feel when you are worthy of their If I stop this now, things can get bet- message to send to your loved ones, to matter what the situation. In our presence trust and respect because you commit to ter; people won’t get hurt and I won’t do children or partners. Look in the mirror and company, they do not need to worry safety, compromise, negotiation and fair- more damage to those I care about. To- and take an inventory of how you look about being hurt emotionally or physical- ness. Let’s be willing to remind one anoth- day can be a better day for us. I can turn when you are communicating. You do not ly; in difficult and challenging situations, er to stay safe at home; let’s be the kind this around. I can make this happen. I can want to do more damage. they can rely on us to be safe and under- of people who are willing to be reminded. handle this.” • HONOR SPACE and PERSONAL standing. Show your partner, your chil- JAC Patrissi, is founder and direc- • PRACTICE INQUIRY, NOT HU- BOUNDARIES: During this pandemic dren, and your loved ones you understand tor of Growing a New Heart Inc. and MILIATION. 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Assessment shows history deficit in nation’s classrooms looms large WASHINGTON, D.C. – What hap- Coincidentally, too many children -- ca’s antiquated approach to education is knowledge of U.S. history. All Americans pened? Six years ago, the results of the typically in grades 4 through 12 -- are es- creating a generation of future leaders should take a moment to think about the National Assessment of Educational sentially illiterate; --enough to be a cause who will not have a foundational un- concerning implications for the future of Progress [NAEP] revealed an impressive for alarm; it might be part of the reason derstanding of what makes this country our country,” DeVos said. improvement in knowledge about Ameri- for the decline. In fact, the U.S. Depart- exceptional. We cannot continue to ex- Smith is co-founder of the Grateful can History, among elementary and mid- ment of Education says “19 percent of cuse this problem away. Instead, we need American Book Prize, with the late Dr. dle-school students, but now, the 2018 high school graduates are functionally to fundamentally rethink education in Bruce Cole, former chairman of the Na- tests, released last week, reveal that the illiterate, which means they can’t read America. It is the only way our students tional Endowment for the Humanities. It apparent gain has slid to 1994 levels. well enough to manage daily living and will be able to lead our nation and the was created to restore enthusiasm about The Nation’s Report Card, as the as- perform tasks required.” world. American history, for kids and adults. sessment is known, shows that eighth “There seems to be a correlation be- “The results are stark and inexcusable. “Our goal has been to entice students graders’ awareness of key data crashed; tween historical proficiency, and an over- A quarter or more of America’s 8th grad- to learn about the events and people who between 2014 and 2018 their scores fell the-top illiteracy rate. You absorb history ers are what NAEP defines as ‘below ba- have shaped the nation; the best way, out- four points--from 267 to 263--out of a mostly by reading, but if you have been sic’ in U.S. history, civics and geography. side of a really competent teacher, is to maximum 500. lost in the System, it’s nearly impossible In the real world, this means students energize authors to think up--captivating “Considering the fact that 2014’s re- to learn the essentials about the past or don’t know what the Lincoln-Douglas fiction and non-fiction--that appeal to port seemed to offer hope, and the trajec- the present.” debates were about, nor can they discuss adolescents, and stimulates commitments tory was rising, the four-point decrease Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is- the significance of the Bill of Rights or from publishers,” said Smith. was a surprise,” according to education sued a statement after NAEP’s results point out basic locations on a map. And advocate, David Bruce Smith. were announced. As she put it: “Ameri- only 15 percent of them have a reasonable PAGE 6 The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 - sturbridge - Cornerstone Bank makes donations to groups impacted by Covid-19 WORCESTER — During these un- about COVID-19, please visit https:// A $2,000 donation was made to St. Treasurer and Chairman of the Bank’s precedented times, Cornerstone Bank is www.harringtonhospital.org/. John Paul II food pantry in South- Charitable Donations Committee Todd making donations to help local organi- A $5,000 donation was made to the bridge, which also serves Sturbridge. M. Tallman. “I am proud to be a part zations with the impact of the coronavi- Worcester Railers HC Small Business This donation was matched by the of an organization that places impor- rus (COVID-19) pandemic. As a local, Stimulus Power Play. This donation will Tri-Community Exchange Club and tance on our community.” community bank, supporting the com- be used to purchase gift certificates to will provide extra funds at a time when Cornerstone Bank is an indepen- munity is a top priority. local businesses throughout Central the food pantry is seeing an increase of dent, mutual savings bank serving the A $15,000 donation was made to Massachusetts. These gift certificates people in need. For more information residents, businesses, and communities Harrington Healthcare System. This will then be given away to fans at Rail- on the St. John Paul II food pantry, throughout Central Massachusetts donation will be used to aid in the pur- ers Hockey games during the 2020-2021 and ways that you can help, please visit from offices in Sturbridge, Warren, chasing of personal protective equip- season. For more information, and https://stjp2parish.org/food-pantry. Charlton, Holden, Leicester, Rutland, ment for front line staff. For more infor- to nominate a Central Massachusetts “It is during these times that local Southbridge, Spencer, Webster and mation about Harrington, ways people small business, visit https://railershc. organizations need our help the most,” Worcester along with a loan center in can help, and important information com/. said Cornerstone Bank President and Westborough.

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TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EILEEN KENNEDY Tantasqua Regional Junior High School’s chestnut survey continues to grow even though its students are TURLEY PUBLICATION STAFF PHOTO BY EILEEN KENNEDY out for the rest of the year. The students grow a new variety of chestnut that is resistant to blight, which decimated many chestnut trees in the past. Some of the ones grown here have been transferred to areas in Senior Center staff let the town’s senior citizens know they are missed on the center’s sign on Route 20. Monson, which were heavily damaged during the tornado that swept through.

DUFF from page 1 I am helping people,” she said. be huge,” she said. “Everything going Duff must wear an N95 mask, gog- on has only made me want to become a post-practice stretch or working out gles, gloves, and a gown throughout the nurse more, and has helped me find the with her teammates in the DeFeud- hospital, but all that equipment doesn’t motivation to push through the last year is Fitness Center. She is a graduate of necessarily make her feel completely of nursing school to finally pursue what Quaboag Regional Middle High School. protected. “Each time I go into a room I am most passionate about for the rest Her non-traditional spring season, with a patient who tests positive, I think of my life.” however, turned out to be non-tradi- about how I could be catching the virus “Sarah has run into the fire head on tional in a completely different sense. myself, or worse, (that) could be bring- and, although the nature of her job right Sarah Duff is working directly on the ing that same virus home to my family,” now is scary, she hasn’t blinked an eye,” front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. she said. “But then I think about how said a proud Alexa Carlson, Worcester Sarah Duff is a healthcare hero. A each person in this room is the family State head field hockey coach, who re- member of the reigning Little East Con- member of someone, and how I, right cently named Sarah a captain on next ference champion Worcester State field now, am this person’s sense of ‘family,’ year’s team. “She has been an excellent hockey team and a First Team All-Con- which to me makes this risk so much leader on and off the field for our pro- ference selection last season, she usual- more justifiable.” gram the past three seasons, and this is ly works as a patient care assistant on “Me and another nurse may be the just another example of her strong char- the telemetry medical surgical floor at only interactions these people have acter and selfless nature.” UMass Memorial Medical Center in (each) day, which is why I take time in “We are very fortunate to have such downtown Worcester. She has since each room to connect with the patient selfless health care providers and first been transferred, however, to a unit and make them feel like a human,” Duff responders,” said her father, Stephen dedicated strictly to patients who have said. “The hardest thing to be asked is Duff, speaking for he and his wife. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS COURTE SY PHOTO BY tested positive for COVID-19. to hold an iPad while a family Face- “This pandemic requires tremendous WORCESTER STATE ATHLETICS As a PCA, her job entails providing Times with sick relatives in the hospital teamwork and we couldn’t be prouder Sarah Duff is also captain of WSU’s field hockey direct patient care and aiding nurses. when they are unable to communicate.” of Sarah. Quaboag and the Worcester team, as she attends the university to study nursing. The pandemic has caused a severe staff- Her time spent on the field at Worces- State nursing program and field hockey ing shortage, which has led Duff to pick ter State has benefitted Sarah immense- have prepared her well for this chapter aged by the positive outpouring of up even more shifts than usual. Prior to ly since transferring into her new role. of her life.” support she and her coworkers have re- the pandemic, Sarah was only working “Being a team player is huge on COVID Having seen what can happen first- ceived. four shifts a month at the hospital. She’s floors,” she said. hand, she shared some advice on how to “Going to the break room for a meal now working five shifts, or more than 40 “Everyone has to help each other flatten the curve. that a local company has provided, the hours per week. and hold strong communication.” “The biggest thing others can do police parade that circled the hospital, She admits that her new role can be Duff is receiving top-of-the-line re- right now is take the stay at home (or- and even the little stones set around the emotionally draining at times, but she al-world nursing experience from work- ders) seriously and stay inside,” Duff pathway to the hospital with words such doesn’t have a single regret. “It is very ing through these unprecedented times. said. “Coronavirus is real and it is scary, as ‘hope,’ ‘smile,’ and ‘heroes’ are just scary working at times like this, especial- “Not many people can say they have so others need to do their part as well.” little glimpses into the little things that ly since I am in the thick of it, but worked through a pandemic in their- While she is certainly not seeking keep all of us going in times like this,” it is also very rewarding knowing that lifetime, so I find this opportunity to praise, she appreciates and is encour- she said.” The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 PAGE 7 - community -

EAGLES from page 1 five years ago. She was caring for her father full-time in his home along have dropped in their year such as fish- Quaboag Pond in Brookfield, where ing lures,” Henderson said. she grew up. There were swans on the While birds of prey are her favor- pond and as a quick break, she would ite bird to capture, she likes to photo- go out and watch them. Then her hus- graph all kinds of birds, she said. She band bought her a camera so she could lives in Warren and often goes to the take photos of them, which she did. swamps on South Street near the War- “I don’t ever remember seeing swans ren Community Elementary School. there growing up, so I was really excit- “For several years there were great ed to be able to see them,” she said. blue herons, but now those nests house When her father died, she began ospreys,” she said. She often goes to taking her camera and documenting swamps along Brook Road and New nature, which helped her grieve, she Reed Street, where she can find a vari- said. ety of bird life. “I just love it,” she said of photo- She got the photography bug about graphing birds and wildlife. A bald eagle with one of its chicks in a nest on Lake Wickaboag in West Brookfield.

TURLEY PUBLICATION COURTESY PHOTOS BY ANNA HENDERSON The bald eagle chick in this nest appears to be looking right at photographer Anna Henderson. A quiet moment together for a bald eagle and its chick in their nest.

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horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, others want to lure you into their shenanigans, but you don’t need to worry about falling prey. You stick to your own ways of doing things. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may need to take a differ- ent and unusual approach to get things accomplished this week. Do not be afraid to take the bull by the horns if it is nec- essary. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Thinking outside of the box is something that you do with frequency, Gemini. Although others may not be sure of your unconventional methods, you always get things done. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, anxiety about starting a new path or chapter in your life is completely nor- mal. Look forward to all of the positive things that may be in store soon enough. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Lend a helping hand to someone who may need a vote of confidence or some words of support this week, Leo. Your efforts will be appreciated very much. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Make the most of luck that comes to you this week, Virgo. Do not speculate why such good fortune comes your way, but embrace it with an open heart. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Do not rush to judgment on any situation or person for the time being. All of the facts have not come to light or sharpened. But the truth will soon reveal itself, Libra. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, someone close to you needs space this week, so give them some room to breathe. Find a way to keep busy as this person works through what he or she needs. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, a competitive coworker is pushing hard to be on top. Use this as motivation as you to strive to become the best version of yourself you can be. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you feel confident moving forward with a relationship after a heart- to-heart talk. Now this week you can cultivate this relationship even further. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Share your thoughts and feelings with answers for the week of 4/20 someone who is unbiased if you want an accurate assessment of what you need to do to improve, Aquarius. A willing listen- er is quite helpful to you. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, you will need patience in spades this week. Others may not be able to maintain your pace, so give them the ben- efit of the doubt.

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SPORTS TURLEY PUBLICATIONS Mass. Golf Spring sports officially cancelled cancels Following the sports season and associated would not be a good situa- respective spring sports. The tournaments. tion. Additionally, the Mas- decision cancels baseball, open event governor’s closure It was a mere formality sachusetts Teachers Associ- softball, boys lacrosse, girls of schools for the as Gov. Charlie Baker an- ation pushed for the closure lacrosse, boys tennis, girls nounced last Tuesday that of schools for the remainder tennis, boys track, girls track, in June remainder of the year, schools in Massachusetts of the year. boys volleyball. spring sports would remained closed for The closure of school There are no proposals for NORTON – Mass Golf has the remainder of the 2019- means it is not possible for any school sponsored sports made the decision to cancel the will not happen 2020 academic school year, athletes to play sports, put- to play during the summer, 111th Massachusetts Open, which would have ended in ting an end to the proposed and athletic directors will set to take place June 15-17 By Gregory A. Scibelli [email protected] mid to late June. shortened, 12-game season now have to turn their at- at Taconic Golf Club in Wil- Baker held off for a few the MIAA was hoping to tention to hopefully play- liamstown, due to the ongoing REGION – After weeks weeks on making the deci- play beginning on May 4. ing sports this fall, provided spread of COVID-19 through- of speculation back and sion, hoping new coronavirus The school closure was set school resumes in September. out Massachusetts and the en- forth, the high school sports case numbers would decrease to expire on that day before In the MIAA announce- tire country. world got the sad news it had to the point where the state Baker made his announce- ment, they have made no All six Mass Open qualify- been dreading. could begin opening up. ment. mention or answered any ing events have also been can- Last Friday, the Massa- But as the “surge” in both The announcement gives questions about the status of celed, but any exemptions from chusetts Interscholastic Ath- new cases and deaths pro- a definitive answer the ques- fall sports. However, athletic this year will carry over and be letic Association’s Board of gressed, it became clear to tion about whether or not directors in Western Massa- honored for the 2021 Mass Directors was forced unan- Baker’s administration that seniors will have their final Open. imously to cancel the spring putting students in schools moments in many of their Please see SPORTS, page 10 Participants who have reg- istered have received an email detailing how refunds will be processed for the Mass Open and its qualifying events. Summer soccer league officials optimistic for season The Mass Open is the only Mass Golf event that allows By Gregory A. Scibelli amateur and professionals [email protected] from any state or country to enter and compete against one LUDLOW – In the ad- another. With a profession- vent of the high school sports al purse of $75,000, the Mass spring season being cancelled Open offers one of the largest and the lack of team sports purses in the New England being played all over the coun- area. try, sights in Western Massa- The Four-Ball Champion- chusetts have now begun look- ship was also canceled earlier ing at whether summer sports this month, making the Mass will be played. Open the second of Mass Summer sports have bal- Golf’s Championships to be looned over the years as a canceled this year. This also way to keep all athletes active marks the first time since 1945 during the summer months. that there will be no Mass In the past, there was only Open played, as the event was summer baseball and soccer. FILE PHOTOS not held from 1943-45 due to But basketball, field hockey, Players from all over the region have participated in the Pioneer Valley Summer lacrosse, and even flag football Soccer League for more than 40 years. The league said last week it is closely mon- World War II. itoring the coronavirus situation, but is still hopeful the league will begin play on “We care deeply about this have been added over time. time in mid-June. historic and signature cham- The Pioneer Valley Sum- pionship and have made this mer Soccer League, however, cludes during the final week to monitor the situation with decision with a heavy heart,” nearly outlasts them all and of July with a playoff week the Corona virus (COVID-19) said Jesse Menachem, Mass is considered a crucial battle- following that. throughout our nation and Golf’s Executive Director/ ground for players that are vy- PVSSL plays a 10 or 11- around the world. While this CEO. “This is an unfortunate ing for that competitive edge game regular season. The is an evolving situation, we are situation we’re dealing with heading into the fall season. league is divided into four di- taking the current situation in the COVID-19 era, but our The PVSSL has been in ex- visions, Division A boys, Divi- seriously and are following de- absolute priority is to protect istence for more than 40 years, sion B boys, Division A girls, velopments very closely. the health and safety of the and there is some question as and Division B girls. Larger “We will continue to mon- Players, Officials, Volunteers, whether or not the season will schools highly competitive or itor the situation in real time and Spectators as well as the begin on time following the advanced smaller schools usu- and will provide a further up- Host Club Staff and Mass cancellations that have already ally participate in Division A. dates in the near future. We Golf Staff involved in the occurred. late father, league founder and Division B usually includes apologize any inconvenience Mass Open and its qualifying Lusitano Stadium in Lud- legendary soccer contributor smaller schools or situations this may have caused however, events. Taconic has been ex- low, which hosts the PVSSL William Kolodziey, says they where a larger school has two the safety of our PVSSL fami- tremely supportive throughout finals in early August, is the are monitoring the situation teams. ly is our highest priority.” this decision-making process home of the semi-pro Western closely. Last week, Dianna Dianna Kolodziey did not and we are so appreciative of Mass. Pioneers. However, their Unlike some other leagues, Kolodziey placed a statement specifically say what steps our long-standing partnership season has been cancelled. Dianna Kolodziey said last on the PVSSL website ex- would be taken if the season as well as their understanding The American Legion week there is some flexibility pressing the optimism of hav- were to start, including modi- and flexibility in what is truly baseball program will not in holding the PVSSL season. ing a normal summer season. fied rules for social distancing, an unprecedented time.” have a national tournament or “We are not opposed to re- “At this time we are keep- and eliminating handshake The Qualifying schedule a World Series. However, Le- vising the start and end dates ing our hopes up and being lines after games like a num- was as follows: Pine Brook gion officials do hope players for the leagues, we are will optimistic that we will be ber of sports plan to. CC (May 7); CC of Pittsfield will have a regular season, es- continue to explore our op- able to move forward with The Kolodzieys state they (May 13); Kernwood CC (May pecially with the spring base- tions to get our players back the PVSSL this summer,” she hope to hold registrations in 18); Ocean Edge R&CC (May ball season cancelled. on the field,” said Dianna stated. “Our plan is to have early May. For more informa- 20); Pleasant Valley CC (May Chris Kolodziey, who along Kolodziey. the a league for the summer. tion, Kolodziey can be con- with his wife Dianna, took The league typically begins Chris and I along with our tacted at ckolodziey@msn. Please see GOLF, page 10 over the PVSSL in place of his play in mid-June and con- executive board is continuing com. PAGE 10 The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 - sports - United Women’s Soccer still hopeful for 2020 season LUDLOW – United Women’s Soc- remain our top priority and we will been working diligently on different The New England Mutiny partici- cer (UWS) has reaffirmed its intent to continue to monitor events and re- scenarios based on potential time- pate in the UWS and has recently fea- play the 2020 season for both UWS ceive guidance from local, state, and lines. UWS intends to provide a Na- tured several star players from West- and UWS League Two. The start of national authorities. tional Championship structure for ern Massachusetts. the season will be delayed in order “First and foremost, the safety of our member teams as it is the most The USL-Two, a men’s semi-pro- to align with CDC guidance and we all the players, staff and supporters important service provided by the fessional team, recently announced will work with all of our clubs to ad- will guide any final decision on the league. Our investment into this event the Northeast Division cancelled its just the regular season schedule. The 2020 season,” said League Commis- has made it a tremendous showcase regular season. safety of our players, fans and staff sioner Joseph Ferrara Jr. “We have for women’s soccer.

SPORTS from page 9 gin on March 16, and was first post- GOLF from page 9 Jack Nicklaus was 16 when he made the poned to March 30 as many schools semifinals of the 1956 U.S. Junior Am- chusetts have begun developing fall closed down on their own for two 26); and The Bay Club at Mattapoisett ateur, hosted by Taconic. schedules, expecting teams will be weeks. Gov. Baker then shut schools (May 28). Taconic also hosted the Mass Am- playing in early September. down for three weeks until April 7. Oak Hill CC in Fitchburg will be the ateur back in 2016, won by Brendan The coronavirus first struck the In a subsequent decision on March host site of the Mass Open in 2021. The Hunter, of Red Tail GC. end of winter sports on March 12, 23, athletics were postponed through club will be celebrating its centennial Josh Hillman, the head golf pro at when the MIAA was forced to can- April 27. Baker countered with a next year as well. Taconic, said he’s disappointed that cel the state finals in both hockey and school closure extension through “We greatly appreciate the continued COVID-19 has led to this cancelation basketball. Monson High School May 4. The MIAA followed suit support of all our Mass Golf Member of the Mass Open and other events, and girls basketball played in the final with a May 4 starting date for spring Clubs who were scheduled to host qual- he just wants to see Taconic get another state semifinal game, losing to May- sports, agreeing to a shortened sea- ifying, as well as Taconic GC for their shot at some point. nard in a Division 4 semifinal at son and only holding sectional play- willingness to host the Championship,” “Taconic will always be here for Worcester State University with fans offs that would have concluded be- said Kevin Eldridge, Mass Golf’s Di- Mass Golf, and we hope to get another barred from the building. Maynard fore the end of June. rector of Rules & Competitions. “We Championship on the schedule soon,” and other semifinal winners were Unlike colleges, which granted look forward to continuing this signa- said Hillman, who was named the 2019 deemed “co-state champions” by the athletes an additional year of eligibil- ture event in 2021.” Northeastern New York PGA Golf MIAA. ity for spring sports, seniors in high Taconic was getting set to host the Professional of the Year. The spring season was set to be- school will not have that option. Mass Open for the second time, first New Hampshire’s Michael Martel hosting it in 1992 when Boston na- won the Mass Open last year by edging tive Andy Morse took home the title. out Ryan Gendron (Tampa, Florida) by TURLEY PUBLICATIONS Taconic has also hosted three USGA 1 stroke. In the process, he ended Jason Email us at: [email protected] Championships and four NCAA Thresher’s three-year winning streak in Championships in its storied history. the Mass Open. Interactive media

Community newspapers, TURLEY PUBLICATIONS COURTESY PHOTO still as popular as ever. These works show approval for the masks they received from volunteers. STITCH from page 1 Deveraux Behavioral Health, Ken- nedy Community Health Center, Elastic is in short supply. Sancou- Quaboag Rehabilitation, Tewksbury cy got lucky and ordered seven large Public Hospital, and last week the spools as the country began to wake group gave 50 to the Hannaford Su- up to masking. That supply is almost permarket in North Brookfield. In ad- gone now and the next order will not dition, many makers also made many be in until mid-May. The masks use donations of their own. 1/8-inch, 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch elastic, “We have approximately 30 partic- either flat or round. Many of the mak- ipants, but about 18 who are heartily ers are now sewing masks with ties as sewing every week,” Sansoucy said. well. Other materials are cotton fab- People who do not sew may do- rics either with cute designs or just nate 100 percent cotton fabric as well plain colors for the backside of each as the three types of elastic 1/8-inch, mask and of course, thread. 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch elastic, either flat It takes approximately 15 to 30 or round. Any sewist who would like minutes to make a mask depending to join or someone wishing to donate on the difficulty level. Many of the materials may contact her at jesansou- volunteers are using the Deaconess [email protected]. At that time, she will Hospital pattern, which is quite sim- invite them to the Facebook group. ple and can be found at Absolute rank beginners as well as ac- https://www.youtube.com/ complished seamstress are welcome. watch?v=9tBg0Os5FWQ. “This is a great way to spend your To date, Masked Makers have do- idle time and feel as if you are helping nated 1,043 masks and expected to with the cause,” she said. “With the deliver more on April 22, to a visiting recent need for masks, there is also the nurse company and three eldercare need for our group to be protected as communities. a resource. We have had requests for The “Masked Makers” officially masks that were at best ‘sketchy.’ At donated to 18 organizations involv- this point, we are requiring official ing healthcare workers among them requests from the institution or the www.turley.com were Women’s Health of Central MA, person making the request must be NICU and oncology units at UMass, known to one of our makers. Official Harrington Hospital, St. Vincent’s, IDs also work.” The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 PAGE 11 - community - Big Y food donations help feed others SPRINGFIELD – In a chain-wide ef- Two thirds of those 5.7 million meals programs, day care centers and more need. In fact, all of their donated sacks fort to help the less fortunate within their include donations of meat and fresh pro- throughout their member agencies. In of food have already been distributed to local communities, Big Y has donated duce, and bakery, non-perishable grocery addition, customers had the option of area food banks.” over $11.5 million of food or a total of items, frozen food and dairy products ac- purchasing a “virtual” bag in store or on- Big Y Foods, Inc. is one of the larg- 5.7 million meals to help those in need count for the rest. In fact, these almost line where proceeds were used by many est independently-owned supermarket throughout the region. Their recent Sack daily donations have become routine agencies to purchase turkeys or whatever chains in New England. Big Y operates Hunger program caps off year-round and a natural part of Big Y’s operations. was most needed. Since its inception, 10 83 locations throughout Massachusetts daily efforts to donate food to all five of These food banks depend upon this years ago, over 175,000 bags have been and Connecticut including 71 supermar- their local food banks. steady flow of food to feed those in need. donated through this program, which kets, Fresh Acres Market, Table & Vine The five food banks within Big Y’s lo- Big Y’s 10th annual Sack Hunger/ typically runs through November and Fine Wines and Liquors and 10 Big Y cal marketing area represent over 2,100 Care to Share program brought just over December of each year. Express gas and convenience locations member agencies that benefit from al- 20,000 bags of food to local recipients. According to Charles L. D’Amour, with almost 12,000 employees. Big Y has most daily food donations as well as Sack Hunger bags are large reusable gro- president and CEO, “We are proud to been recognized by Forbes as a Best-in- Sack Hunger. They are The Food Bank cery bags filled with staple non-perish- partner with our local food banks every State Employer in Massachusetts and of Western Massachusetts, The Greater able foods for local food banks. day of the week. During the holiday sea- Connecticut, as well as Employer of Boston Food Bank, Worcester County Big Y customers purchase a Sack son, our Sack Hunger program makes it Choice by the Employers Association Food Bank, Foodshare of Greater Hart- Hunger bag full of groceries for $10 and easy for our customers to provide nutri- of the Northeast. Founded in 1936 by ford and the Connecticut Food Bank. Big Y distributes that bag of groceries tious, non-perishable staple food to those brothers Paul and Gerald D’Amour, the In addition to Sack Hunger, Big Y do- to a local food bank. In turn, the food less fortunate within our community. We store was named after an intersection nates healthy food to these food banks 6 banks distribute the filled sacks to area are grateful to our customers who help in Chicopee, Massachusetts where two days a week throughout the year. soup kitchens, food pantries, senior food support our friends and neighbors in roads converge to form a “Y”. HCC to hold free digital literacy program Community HOLYOKE – Holyoke Community sions will cover best practices for being corporate learning. “Knowledge of com- College will run a free online program an effective online learner including tips puters and online literacy have become Theatre’s starting Tuesday, May 5, for people, who on study habits, expectations of online more important than ever lately. This want to sharpen their digital literacy learning and how to use Google Drive course is really designed for anyone - stu- skills to become more effective remote and other computer applications. dents, parents with young children, peo- auditions by workers and learners. The course was developed and will be ple forced to work at home because of ”How to Work and Learn Online” taught by Jose Pedraza, assistant coordi- COVID-19 restrictions and others who offered through HCC’s Kittredge Center nator of HCC’s Gill Community Tech- want to develop a greater mastery of dig- appointment for Business and Workforce Develop- nology Center, which promotes tech- ital technology.” WARE – Auditions for Ware ment, is a four-part workshop series that nology literacy for HCC education and Those enrolled will be sent a link to Community Theatre’s summer pro- will be conducted in a live, interactive, workforce training programs. the class, which they can join using any duction of the Sater/Shelk musical streaming forum on May 5, May 7, May “Our staff and faculty have been device with an internet connection, such of “Spring Awakening” will be held 12, and May 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. working hard to find creative ways to as a desktop computer, laptop, Chrome- by appointment only on May 8, and Participants will learn how to navigate help students and people from the com- book or smartphone. May 9, at 7 p.m., at Ware Town Hall, computer settings, create and organize munity during these challenging times,” For more information or to register, 126 Main St. Ware. This celebration files and safely use the internet and digital said Michele Cabral, HCC executive di- people may contact Valentyna Semyrog of rebellion boasts cast flexibility of communication tools such as Zoom. Ses- rector of professional development and at 413-552-2123 or [email protected]. all ages and use of performance cre- ativity coupled with vocal talent is encouraged. To schedule an audition time Elms College postpones graduation ceremony please e-mail warecommunitythe- CHICOPEE – The College of Our the graduation of the Class of 2020, Elms College is a co-educational [email protected], call or text Lady of the Elms’ 89th Commencement which we will do when it is safe for the Catholic college offering a liberal arts 413-544-8381 or Facebook mes- Ceremony, originally scheduled for May Elms community to gather together in curriculum that gives students multiple sage the group. Please prepare two 16, has been postponed, President Har- person.” perspectives on life. Founded in 1928 by songs-one from the show and one ry E. Dumay, Ph.D., MBA, according Elms College administration contin- the Sisters of St. Joseph, Elms College personal choice. Preparation to sing to college officials. ues to monitor the COVID-19 (coro- has a tradition of educating reflective, scales for range and harmonize is a “The decision to postpone gradu- navirus) pandemic and when the re- principled and creative learners, who plus. All those who audition will ation was a very difficult one to make, striction on physical distancing will be are rooted in faith, educated in mind, but the safety of the Elms community is lifted, so that an in-person Commence- compassionate in heart, responsive to our primary concern,” said Dumay. “At ment can be scheduled. Details will be civic and social obligations and capable TURLEY PUBLICATIONS the same time, we recognize the impor- announced as soon as they are deter- of adjusting to change without compro- tance of acknowledging and celebrating mined. mising principle. State outlines steps to address homelessness during pandemic BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Ad- and are located in Everett, Lexington, tuted practices outlined by the Centers Management Agency’s Public Assis- ministration recently outlined its strat- Northampton, Pittsfield, and Taunton. for Disease Control and Prevention to tance Program, FEMA will reimburse egy to address homelessness during the As of April 15, more than 160 people mitigate COVID-19 outbreaks within 75 percent of municipality and non- COVID-19 outbreak. The administra- experiencing homelessness have been congregate shelters. Shelter coordina- profit organization costs associated with tion also announced additional support served by a state-operated Isolation and tors have implemented health screening qualifying quarantine and isolation for foster families and a new emergency Recovery Site. procedures during the placement pro- services for people experiencing home- order authorizing the creation of emer- With the administration’s support, cess and have reinforced social distanc- lessness. Massachusetts established a gency childcare sites. communities across the state are stand- ing and infection control practices for dedicated portal to support municipali- Many of the challenges of COVID-19 ing up quarantine sites to provide a shared spaces. DHCD has increased the ties and organizations through the grant are being felt especially hard among safe place for homeless individuals who state’s scattered site capacity to enable application process, developing robust most vulnerable populations, including were exposed to COVID-19 but are additional depopulation, quarantine, partnerships across the state to ensure the 18,000 Massachusetts residents ex- not symptomatic. Exposed individuals and isolation of families at various stag- all applicants are well-supported. As of periencing homelessness. Massachusetts quarantine for 14 days to ensure they do es of COVID-19 exposure. Extended April 15, 236 applicants have been pro- created designated isolation sites for not develop symptoms of COVID-19. leaves from shelter have also been ap- cessed and approved by MEMA. COVID-positive homeless individuals, The administration created an expedited proved for families that have temporary To support foster parents providing the result of a partnership between the process for homeless shelters and munic- alternative housing available with rela- departmental foster care, DCF will be commonwealth, homeless shelters and ipalities to request equipment and sup- tives. making a $100 monthly payment for municipalities that has been underway plies for quarantine solutions, such as The administration has established each child in placement on the 15th of for weeks. tents, beds and portable showers. an expedited process for homeless shel- April, May and June. On average, foster The administration opened five To date, eleven communities have re- ters to request personal protective equip- parents are reimbursed between $830 to state-operated isolation and recovery ceived supplies from MEMA to support ment and other supplies necessary to $975 per child per month, depending on sites across the state to provide regional their quarantine efforts: Brockton, Cam- maintain appropriate cleaning and sani- the age of the child in their care. This solutions for people experiencing home- bridge, Fitchburg, Framingham, Green- tation practices. As of April 15, Massa- $100 additional payment represents a lessness that need a safe place to isolate field, Hyannis, Lowell, Southbridge, chusetts has distributed masks, surgical 10- to 12-percent increase over current and recover after testing positive for Taunton, Waltham, and Worcester. masks, face shields, gloves, partitions, reimbursements for foster parents. The COVID-19. Statewide, these sites have The Department of Housing and temperature strips, hand sanitizer, and relief will benefit the approximately a capacity of 550 beds and are staffed Community Development and the De- cleaning supplies to 84 shelter sites. 4,500 foster families who provide de- with 24/7 security and nursing staff, partment of Public Health have insti- Through the Federal Emergency partmental. PAGE 12 The Quaboag Current • www.quaboagcurrent.turley.com I Friday, May 1, 2020 - public safety - NFPA urges home fire safety during COVID-19 pandemic As the public largely remains at home NFPA statistic show that heating ward, away from where someone can charging cord that came with the device. in response to COVID-19, the National equipment is the second-leading cause grab a hot handle or tip a pan over. Do not charge a device under a pil- Fire Protection Association urges add- of home fires, resulting in an average of Be on alert. Anyone who is sleepy or low, on a bed or on a couch. ed caution around home fire safety in 52,050 home fires each year. Electrical has consumed alcohol, refrain from us- Only use one heat-producing appli- the days and weeks ahead. distribution or lighting equipment is in- ing the stove or stovetop. ance (such as a coffee maker, toaster, According to NFPA, cooking, heat- volved in an annual average of 35,100 If there are young children in the- space heater, etc.) plugged into a recep- ing and electrical equipment are among home fires. home, create a “kid-free zone” of at tacle outlet at a time. the leading causes of home fires year- “For much of the country, heating least three feet (1 meter) around the Major appliances (refrigerators, round. “We already see the majority of systems are still in use and in many cas- stove and areas where hot food or drink dryers, washers, stoves, air condition- fires happening in homes,” said Lorraine es, for more hours than usual,” said Car- is prepared or carried. ers, microwave ovens, etc.) should be Carli, vice president of outreach and li. “In addition, with everyone at home, Keep anything that can burn at least plugged directly into a wall receptacle advocacy at NFPA. “As people spend people may be using the same outlets to three-feet (one meter) away from heat- outlet. Extension cords and plug strips much more time at home and engage in charge phones, laptops and other digi- ing equipment, like the furnace, fire- should not be used. activities that significantly contribute to tal equipment, which also presents a fire place, wood stove or portable space Check electrical cords to make sure the home fire problem, it’s critical that hazard.” heater. they are not running across doorways they recognize where potential hazards With these concerns in mind, NFPA Have a three-foot (one meter) “kid- or under carpets. Extension cords are exist and what they can do to prevent reminds the public to use best prac- free zone” around open fires and space intended for temporary use. fires.” tices for staying fire-safe during the heaters. Use a light bulb with the right num- Cooking is the leading cause of home COVID-19 pandemic and beyond Never use an oven to heat a home. ber of watts. There should be a sticker fires and is responsible for nearly half, Stay in the kitchen while frying, Remember to turn portable heaters that indicates the right number of watts. 49 percent, of all reported home fires in- boiling, grilling or broiling food. If one off when leaving the room or going to In addition, smoke alarms should volving cooking equipment. Moreover, leaves the kitchen for even a short peri- bed. be located on every level of the home, unattended cooking is the leading cause od of time, turn off the stove. Always use the right kind of fuel, in each bedroom, and near all sleeping of home cooking fires, meaning that If some one is simmering, baking or specified by the manufacturer, for fuel areas. Test them monthly to make sure home cooking fires occur most often roasting food, check it regularly, remain burning space heaters. they’re working. NFPA also strongly when people aren’t keeping a close eye in the home while food is cooking and Install and maintain carbon-mon- encourages households develop and on what they’re cooking. the cook should use a timer to remind oxide alarms to avoid the risk of CO practice a home escape plan to ensure “As many households are now deal- themselves they are cooking. poisoning. If you smell gas in the gas that everyone knows what to do in a fire ing with unusual routines and out-of- Keep anything that can catch fire, heater, do not light the appliance. Leave and can escape quickly and safely. the-ordinary circumstances, such as kids oven mitts, wooden utensils, food pack- the home immediately and call the local For a wealth of NFPA resources and home from school and parents working aging, towels or curtains away from a fire department or gas company. information on home fire safety, people from home, there’s greater potential for stovetop. When charging smart phones and may visit www.nfpa.org/Public-Educa- distracted cooking,” said Carli. Make sure all handles are turned in- other digital devices, only use the tion. Electrical fires are second leading cause of home fire deaths Fire officials announced that May charging malfunctioned and caused a “Call your local fire department im- recommend having a licensed electrician is Electrical Safety Month. This year, serious fire in Andover. mediately if you have warning signs review a home’s electrical system every Electrical Safety Month comes at a time Don’t overload circuits, power strips such as arcs, sparks, or short circuits,” 10 years. Small upgrades and simple when most of us are at staying home, One way to prevent electrical fires is said Chief Dennis Condon. “Other safety checks such as making sure out- studying, working, and connecting with to limit the number of devices plugged warning signs include hearing a sizzling door grounds and connections are se- family and friends remotely. “We are into any single outlet or circuit. Plug- or buzzing sound or smelling a vague cure can prevent larger problems with- using more electronic devices at once ging too many things into a single out- odor of something burning. Immediate out breaking the bank. than normal. Practicing electrical safety let or circuit overloads them and starts attention to these signs can save lives,” Avoid using extension cords is more important now than ever,” said fires. he added, “Firefighters can use thermal Another frequent cause of fires is us- State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey. Electrical fires caused 39 deaths, imaging technology to see excessive heat ing extension cords. Avoid using them Don’t charge your cell phone, laptop nearly $200 million in damages (2014- inside the walls.” if possible, but remember they are for in bed 2018) Call a professional electrician soon if temporary use only and not designed Many fires are caused by cell phones From 2014 – 2018, Massachusetts you have any of these warning signs: to substitute for the wall outlet. Plug charging underneath pillows and lap- fire departments reported 2,794 home · Frequently blown fuses or tripped all heat-producing appliances like space tops left running on top of the bed cov- fires caused by electrical problems. circuit breakers; heaters, irons, and toasters, directly into ers. These devices are always processing These fires caused 39 civilian deaths, 92 · Dim or flickering lights, bulbs that the wall outlet; otherwise, the safety when running or charging. Blocking civilian injuries, 355 fire service injuries wear out too fast; mechanism of circuit breakers and fus- or covering them can prevent air from and an estimated dollar loss of $198.3 · Overheated plugs, cords or switches; es is by-passed. Do not link extension cooling the batteries and lead to a fire. million. · Shock or mild tingle – more than cords together; each connection is an- Failures of the lithium ion batteries typ- “Electrical fires are the second lead- normal static electricity; other possible failure point. ically used in these devices are more like- ing cause of home fire deaths in Mas- · Loose outlets or unusually warm or Keep furniture from pinching cords ly to occur during recharging. Charge sachusetts,” said Ostroskey. “The best faulty outlets or switches. Heavy furniture can easily pinch an these devices on a hard surface. “This ways to prevent electrical fires are to Give electrical systems a tune-up electrical cord and over time that can is an important electrical safety lesson have a licensed electrician do all work, very decade lead to a fire. Do not run cords under- adults should teach children and teens and have your electrical system reviewed Extension cords are designed for neath rugs; it is both a trip and a fire who are using electronics to do their every ten years so you or your tenants temporary use, but many people leave hazard. Unplug appliances by grasping schoolwork, play, and stay connected won’t be tempted to overload outlets. them in place permanently and forget the plug; do not pull by the cord. to friends,” said Fire Chiefs’ Associa- We need to keep our electrical systems about them. Plugging many things into For more information on electrical tion of Massachusetts President Dennis up to date with our ever-increasing elec- a single outlet or reliance on extension fire safety in English and Spanish go to Condon. trical needs in this technological age.” cords are signs it is time to have an elec- https://www.mass.gov/service-details/ Recently, a hoverboard that was Know the warning signs trician review your system. Fire officials electrical-fire-safety.

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We all need it—and know we place facets of our collective lifestyles enjoyable.” the arms, legs, stomach, and back; con- need it—for optimum health and well- that put us at a higher risk of develop- What Are Some Benefits vulsions; a bloated stomach; heart fail- ness, but a shocking few live daily life in ing mild to severe dehydration, here are of Proper Hydration? ure; sunken fontanelle—soft spot on a a properly hydrated state and certainly some insights and tips from preeminent While the benefits of a properly hy- infants head; sunken dry eyes with few not with appropriate consistency. One health experts help you stay happily hy- drated body are copious, the CDC or no tears; skin loses its firmness and doctor-driven report revealed that fully drated: points to a few top-line health advan- looks wrinkled; lack of elasticity of the 75 percent, a staggering three-fourths How Much Water Do You Need? tages, including keeping your tempera- skin (when a bit of skin lifted up stays majority, of Americans may suffer from According to the Acadmey of Nutri- ture normal; lubricating and cushioning folded and takes a long time to go back chronic dehydration. It went on to un- tion and Dietetics, “Many factors im- joints, protecting your spinal cord and to its normal position); rapid and deep derscore that, “Over time, failure to pact how much water you need, includ- other sensitive tissues; and getting rid breathing (faster than normal); and a drink enough water can contribute to ing your age, gender, activity level and of wastes through urination, perspira- fast, weak pulse. They say that, “In se- a wide array of medical complications, overall health ... For women, the amount tion and bowel movements. Healthline vere dehydration, these effects become from fatigue, joint pain and weight gain of total water is about 11.5 cups per day also offers a number of evidence-based more pronounced and the patient may to headaches, ulcers, high blood pres- and for men about 15.5 cups. These esti- health benefits of drinking plenty of develop evidence of hypovolemic shock, sure and kidney disease.” Apparently, mates, however, include fluids consumed water, which include maximizing physi- including diminished consciousness; this is the tip of the proverbial dehydra- from both foods and beverages, includ- cal performance; optimized energy lev- lack of urine output; cool moist extrem- tion-induced illness iceberg. ing water. You typically get about 20 els and mood; and aiding digestion and ities; a rapid and feeble pulse (the radial “During a normal day, we lose about percent of the water you need from the elimination. Be mindful of water intake, pulse may be undetectable); low or un- two liters of water just through breath- food you eat. Taking that into account, however, as Dr. Lizaola-Mayo warns, detectable blood pressure; and peripher- ing, sweat and other bodily functions,” women need about nine cups of fluid per “Drinking too much water or fluid can al cyanosis. Death follows soon if rehy- notes board certified internist Dr. Blan- day and men about 12.5 cups in order to lead to hyponatremia, which causes so- dration is not started quickly.” ca Lizaola-Mayo. “Even while asleep, we help replenish the amount of water that dium in the cells to become diluted and Who is At Greatest Risk can lose over one kilogram (2.2 pounds) is lost.” too low and can be dangerous—and of Dehydration? of water-weight not just through sweat- What Are Common Causes even life threatening—if untreated.” No one is immune to a dehydrated ing, but respiration as well. Even air con- of Dehydration? What Are Signs of condition, but certain populations are at ditioning has drying effects on our body. According to the Mayo Clinic Early or Mild Dehydration? greater risk. The Mayo Clinic indicates The health implications of dehydration “Sometimes dehydration occurs for sim- The Rehydration Project nonprofit that these vulnerable groups include in- are vast and can range from mild to se- ple reasons: You don’t drink enough be- organization says that “the degree of fants and children, older adults, those vere, including problems with the heart, cause you’re sick or busy, or because you dehydration is graded according to signs with chronic illnesses and people who blood pressure and breathing, headaches lack access to safe drinking water when and symptoms that reflect the amount work or exercise outside. Serious com- and cognitive issues like concentration you’re traveling, hiking or camping.” of fluid lost. In the early stages of dehy- plications can ensue, which they point ... just to name a few. Those who’ve felt While certainly not all-inclusive, known dration, there are no signs or symptoms. out can include heat injury (ranging in that ‘afternoon slump’ should know that causes for dehydration can encompass Early features are difficult to detect, but severity from mild cramps to heat ex- dehydration is the number one cause of sweating from exercise and playing a include dryness of mouth and thirst. As haustion or potentially life-threatening daytime fatigue. And, it’s important to sport; air travel; traversing in overly hot, dehydration increases, signs and symp- heatstroke); urinary tract infections, understand that when we first start to humid, cold or windy weather condi- toms develop.” According to the orga- kidney stones and even kidney failure; sense thirst, we are already close to two tions; drinking too much coffee and oth- nization, symptoms of early or mild de- seizures due to electrolyte imbalance, percent dehydrated.” er diuretic beverages; recovering from a hydration include the following: flushed sometimes with a loss of consciousness; For all of its importance, proper hy- hangover; and a litany of other relatively face; extreme thirst; consuming more and low blood volume (hypovolemic) dration is a delicate balance to uphold. commonplace daily activities. than normal or the inability to drink; shock. They say it’s time to call your An Institute of Medicine report cited Do All Fluids Hydrate the Body? dry, warm skin; the inability to pass doctor if you or a loved one “has had di- the fragility of keeping the body duly No. The Cleveland Clinic is very clear urine or reduced amounts (dark, yel- arrhea for 24 hours or more; is irritable hydrated, noting, “Over the course of with its advisory that “Some beverages low); dizziness made worse when stand- or disoriented and much sleepier or less a few hours, body water deficits can oc- are better than others at preventing de- ing; weakness; cramping in the arms and active than usual; can’t keep down flu- cur due to reduced intake or increased hydration,” and that “alcoholic and caf- legs; crying with few or no tears; sleep- ids; and/or has bloody or black stool.” water losses from physical activity and feinated beverages, such as coffee, teas iness or irritableness; sickness; head- How Can You Be a environmental (e.g., heat) exposure.” and colas, are not recommended for aches; dry mouth or dry tongue with Water-Wise Shopper? So, a perfectly hydrated body can tip the optimal hydration. These fluids tend to thick saliva. The USDA recommends consumers scales into a dehydrated state in a fairly pull water from the body and promote What Are Signs of shop smartly, advising us to “Use the short amount of time, whether actively dehydration. Fruit juice and fruit drinks Moderate to Severe Dehydration? Nutrition Facts label to choose bever- (as with exercising), or passively (as with may have too many carbohydrates, too The Rehydration Project also denotes ages at the grocery store. The food label breathing). little sodium, and may upset the stom- that symptoms of moderate to severe and ingredients list contain informa- Understanding there are common- ach. Adequate hydration will keep your dehydration include low blood pressure; summer activities safer and much more fainting; severe muscle contractions in Please see HYDRATE, page 15

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