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Millville celebrates first Uxbridge High ever Purple Heart Day School earns externship grant BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI us ways to reimagine educa- TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT tion, to support our educators, and to merge the needs of our UXBRIDGE — Uxbridge High workforce with the vision of School has received a grant that our school and the strategic will fund teacher externships plan of our entire district.” in partnership with local indus- Uxbridge High School is try. one of only two schools in Superintendent of Schools the Commonwealth to have Dr. Frank Tiano announced earned Innovation Pathway recently that the high school distinctions in each of the has received the grant, spon- past two years and is one of sored by the Executive Office of only four schools in the state Education and the Governor’s who offer multiple Pathways office. to its students, in Advanced This grant is designed to Manufacturing/Engineering, support currently designated Biomedical Science/Health Innovation Pathway program Services, and Digital Media/ schools with the opportunity Information Science. In to offer a paid, STEM-focused addition, Uxbridge High teacher externship at a local School Principal Michael employer site paired with the Rubin recently presented on offer of one paid, STEM-focused Innovation Pathways along- Courtesy Photo student internship, according side the Assistant Secretary of Longtime Millville resident and former police chief Timothy Ryan, who led the charge to have the town to a district statement. Given Education and the Pathways set aside a day to officially recognize its Purple Heart winners, was thrilled to join in celebrating the the Commonwealth’s economy team at the Massachusetts State first Purple Heart Day on Aug. 7. and its dependence on a work- Administrators Association force that is trained and skilled summer conference. in all facets of STEM educa- “As we look to deepen learn- BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI recognition and much more, especially our TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT tion, Innovation Pathways help ing for all our students, to make Purple Heart recipients,” said Millville meet the needs of the workforce learning authentic for students MILLVILLE — Aug. 7 is nationally recog- Select board Chairman Erica Blake. “I was while ensuring students are across our district, and attempt nized as Purple Heart Day, and in Millville, extremely supportive of the efforts of all college and career ready. The to meet the needs of all our the day was made even more special, as this involved…I feel beyond privileged to have initiative requires the engage- students, PK-22, we are fortu- year marked the town’s inaugural celebra- been able to sign the Purple Heart proclama- ment of more educators and nate to be in the forefront of tion of its own residents who were awarded tion for the Town of Millville; I feel this is students in engaging, hands- the Innovation Pathways and the Purple Heart for their military sacrifice. the most important document I will sign as on, and relevant STEM expe- Early College movement for the The Board of Selectman recently pro- a Selectman for Millville.” riences, and has been one of entire state,” Dr. Tiano added. claimed that Millville is a Purple Heart The Purple Heart is presented to service the hallmarks of the Workforce “We look forward to seeing the Community, and named the date of Aug. 7 members who have been wounded or killed Skills Cabinet, which includes ways all our students will ben- Purple Heart Day in town. Residents and as a result of enemy action while serving in the Executive officers of Labor, efit as we continue to enhance businesses were encouraged to display the the United States military. Since it was first Education, and Housing and educator partnerships with American Flag and recognize Purple Heart awarded in 1782, there have been more than Workforce Development. industry in the region.” recipients on that day, honoring the service 1.8 million service members presented with “We are grateful for the con- The UHS administrative and sacrifice of military personnel. the medal. tinued commitment of our leg- team will be presenting on “The veterans of our town deserve this Please Read PURPLE HEART, page ­A5 islators, the Governor’s office, their model on a national level and the Secretary,” said Dr. in November. Tiano. “They continue to offer Daniels Farmstead hosting Apple Festival Sept. 22

BLACKSTONE — Located apple pie recipe? All are invit- pie is the best. house and the Daniels’ home Rhode Island. Throughout the at 286 Mendon St., Blackstone, ed to participate in the apple Browse the Farmer’s Market will take place throughout the mid-twentieth century Hiram’s the historic Daniels Farmstead pie contest which will be where there will be fresh pro- d a y. son, Adin Thayer Daniels, is celebrating the arrival of judged at 1 p.m. Two types duce, apples and cider from Hiram T. Daniels was propri- better known as “Charlie,” fall in New England with its of pies will be judged. The local orchards, apple related etor of the farm beginning in raised peaches and hayed the third annual Apple Festival traditional two crust type and foodstuffs including apple the late 1800’s. He constructed a fertile fields. He also worked on Sunday, Sept. 22 from 11 the most creative. Forms are crisp, artisan bread, fudge and cider mill for the apple orchard the cider mill with two press- a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain or Shine). available online at www.dan- handmade craft items. Baked which he had on the proper- es powered by a steam engine Daniels Farmstead is known to ielsfarmstead.org or you can products will also be available ty and which would become a and a large outside cistern have played a pivotal role in the register on the day of the event. for sale at the food concession mainstay crop for the farm for until 1950. Vinegar and cider growing of apples and the pro- Judges for the contest will be along with burgers, hot dogs, a period of time in the early were processed and sold at the duction of apple cider and vin- local “celebrities.” Slices of and sausage sandwiches from 1900s. The cider mill was later farm until Charlie’s passing egar at the largest surviving the pies will be available for our grill. improved with a second press in 1993. Some years ago the cider house in the Blackstone purchase. First prize will be a Music will be provided by Eli for the thriving apple orchard steam engine, which powered River Valley. Daniels Farm gift basket, two Go, a classic folk, fingerstyle and to accommodate vinegar the cider presses, was sold to Are you a baker who would “Zoo it All” tickets and a blue guitarist. and cider production for farm- want to show off your best ribbon plus knowing that your Tours of the historic cider ers as far away as Woonsocket, Please Read APPLE FESTIVAL, page ­A5 Blackstone resident walks Jimmy Fund to honor husband

BY KIMBERLY PALMUCCI TRIBUNE CORRESPONDENT

BLACKSTONE — Blackstone resident Kathi Gisonde is walking the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk in September for her husband, Jim, a two-time Leukemia survivor and stem cell transplant recipient. She has been walking for the past 15 years. “Our daughter, Jamie, first learned of the walk and walked with a close friend in 2003,” said Gisonde. “We met them at the finish line and decided then and there that we would do this together each year.” Courtesy Photos Their team, James’ Gang, has grown from just Kathi Gisonde will once again lead the members of James’ Gang during the upcoming Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk, as Gisonde’s immediate family to a sprawling group of she has for the past 15 years in memory of her husband Jim, a two-time Leukemia survivor. in-laws, grandchildren, friends, and families.

Please Read JAMES GANG, page ­A5 2 • Friday, August 23, 2019 Blackstone Valley Tribune Daniels Farmstead to host Revolutionary battle reenactment

BLACKSTONE — Step back in time Buses originating from the JFK for a two day pass. The night tour Some years ago the steam engine, to the 18th century, when America Elementary School will transport on Saturday is $5.00. Persons under which powered the cider presses, was was in the midst of our battle for free- spectators to the event site. 12 years old are admitted free. BVT sold to Hopedale Mill, yet the cider dom from British rule. Experience The school is located at 200 Lincoln family, teachers and staff ticket cost mill retains its works representing what it was like to live during this St., Blackstone. is $5.00 for a two day pass, the night an important building type and func- time for both the Colonial and British tour is free. tion. soldiers fighting this battle and the In addition to the battles, which Hiram T. Daniels was proprietor of The Daniels Farmstead civilians who followed them. are from to 3 p.m. on Saturday and the farm beginning in the late 1800’s. Foundation, Inc. was founded in Located at 286 Mendon St., Sunday, additional activities include He constructed a cider mill for the 2003 with an all-volunteer board of Blackstone, the historic Daniels an 8 to 9 p.m. on Saturday evening apple orchard which he had on the directors with the goal to protect and Farmstead along with the Blackstone tour of the camps, artillery and mus- property and which would become preserve this historically significant Valley Regional Vocational Technical ket demonstrations, cooking demon- a mainstay crop for the farm for a farm and buildings and its pristine High School (BVT) is hosting a strations, blacksmithing, medical period of time in the early 1900s. The farmlands; to restore the farm to its Revolutionary War Reenactment and practices, rope making, tinsmiths, cider mill was later improved with a former splendor; and to operate a liv- Living History termed “The Battle and period music. second press for the thriving apple ing museum where local historians, For Daniels Farm.” The Farm Sutlers, or period vendors will also orchard and to accommodate vine- schools, and the general public can comes alive for two days, October 5th be in attendance selling their wares. gar and cider production for farmers learn about the New England Farm and 6th 2019, as British and Colonial The Daniels Farmstead kitchen as far away as Woonsocket, Rhode life from the 18th and 19th centuries. troops clash fighting for the right of will be selling burgers, hot dogs, sau- Island. Throughout the mid-twen- This remarkable endeavor is due to ownership of the historic cider mill sage with onion and peppers, and tieth century Hiram’s son, Adin the efforts of Doris Daniels King and located on this property. The value drinks, with assorted baked goods. Thayer Daniels, better known as her family. of this mill was invaluable to the Daniels Farm vendors will also be “Charlie”, raised peaches and hayed For more information visit www. people of the 18th and 19th centuries selling a variety of foodstuffs includ- the fertile fields. He also worked the danielsfarmstead.org. Contact as water was not deemed drinkable ing Artisan bread and fudge. cider mill with two presses powered Jim Beauchamp, email: jim.beau- during this time. The historic house and cider mill by a steam engine and a large out- [email protected], phone: 508- The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 dating from the late 18th century will side cistern until 1950. Vinegar and 498-0270 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday rain or be available for tours. cider were processed and sold at the shine. Ticket cost is $8.00 per day or $10.00 farm until Charlie’s passing in 1993.

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The Blackstone Valley Tribune is com- Banking at UniBank mitted to accuracy in all its news reports. Although numerous safeguards sight and management of the consum- Young Businessmen’s Association, are in place to ensure accurate report- er banking division. In addition, his and he is involved in the Worcester ing, mistakes can occur. Confirmed responsibilities include planning, orga- Regional Chamber of Commerce. nizing, and directing the activities of UniBank is rooted in the fact errors will be corrected at the top retail, customer contact center, branch Blackstone Valley with assets of $1.8 right hand corner of page A3 in a timely administration, business banking, and billion as of June 30. A full-service, manner. UniVest Investment Services. mutually owned community bank, “Sean has been an integral part of UniBank has branches in Central If you find a mistake, email the UniBank team for the past three Massachusetts and the MetroWest [email protected] or call years,” commented Christopher D. region of Massachusetts. UniBank (508) 909-4111 during normal business Foley, UniBank President. “His well-de- newest full-service branch is located hours. During non-business hours, leave served promotion allows him to lever- at 193 Boston Turnpike (Route 9) in age his knowledge and expertise from Shrewsbury (at the former site of a message in the editor’s voice mailbox. his 10 years of banking experience to Spag’s). UniBank is dedicated to con- The editor will return your phone call. have a positive impact on the future of tributing to the overall quality of life our consumer and business banking and economic health of the commu- operations.” nities it serves, while maintaining a Mr. O’Connell has been with UniBank high level of financial soundness and for three years and has 10 years of integrity. UniBank is an Equal Housing “Every Town Deserves a banking and management experience. Lender and Member FDIC and Member He holds a Bachelor of Science in DIF. UniBank NMLS #583135. The com- Business Management from Westfield pany Web site is www.unibank.com. Good Local Newspaper” Sean O’Connell State University. Mr. O’Connell is also in the process of earning a Master of Business Administration degree from Nichols College. WHITINSVILLE — Christopher D. UniBank prides itself on community Foley, President of UniBank, recent- involvement and Mr. O’Connell embrac- ly announced that Sean J. O’Connell, es that mission. He is a Board Member Vice President, has been promoted and Finance Committee Member to Director of Business & Consumer for The Children’s Study Home in Banking. In this role, Mr. O’Connell Springfield, a member of the Worcester is responsible for the strategic over- JOIN US Worcester Academy IN announces honor roll 2020 WORCESTER — Worcester Academy Headmaster’s List. proudly announces its Honor Roll and Jeffrey Robinson of Whitinsville, 7-Night Bermuda Cruise Headmaster’s List for Semester 2 of Grade 9, First Honors. Book Early Aboard Norwegian Gem the 2018-2019 School Year. The honors Grace Robinson of Whitinsville, for represent the achievements that each of Grade 11, Headmaster’s List. May 29, 2020 to June 5, 2020 these Worcester Academy students has Best Cabins Inside $1399 | Ocean View $1599 | Balcony $1999 earned through academic excellence, About Worcester Academy CRUISE INCLUDES: challenge, and personal growth. Worcester Academy is an indepen - • Ultimate Beverage Package* Allison Athanas of Whitinsville, dent co-ed day and boarding school for *Book before • Specialty Dining Package* Grade 10, First Honors. grades 6 to 12 and postgraduates. Our August 1 for a Samuel Boltruczyk of Douglas, Grade urban setting, diverse community, and • All Government Taxes and Port Charges BONUS Bottle of Wine 11, First Honors. innovative curriculum provide each • $50 Cabin Credit per Person in your stateroom* Larissa Dowd of Northbridge, Grade student with unique opportunities for • Transportation to and from the Ship 9, First Honors. self-discovery, academic achievement, • *Service fees apply Lena Dresp of Northbridge, Grade 9, and personal empowerment. Visit us Headmaster’s List. at www.worcesteracademy.org. Share the Adventure with us soon! Tyler Martin of Douglas, Grade 11, For further information call Randall at (413) 436-5357 or email [email protected] or go to www.adventuretoursofwarren.com

www.StonebridgePress.com 4 • Friday, August 23, 2019 Blackstone Valley Tribune Cormier Woods History and Nature Walk

UXBRIDGE — You first see of the three miles of easy in what is now defined as Reservations many of which are National Cormier Woods, a farmstead hiking trails that encompass- the Blackstone River Valley The Trustees of Historic landscapes and on a small, intimate scale, es a beaver pond, streams, National Heritage Corridor. Reservations (The Trustees) landmarks -- located on more as you arrive at a bend on a varied forest landscapes, The designated area extends privately “hold in trust” and than 26,000 acres through- narrow, stonewall-lined road. stone walls, open fields, and from Worcester to Providence care for properties, or “reser- out the Commonwealth. The The 18th-century house, a tour of the area around the and celebrates the histori- vations,” of scenic, cultural, Trustees work to preserve and barn, and sheds are well-pre- house, barn, and sheds. The cal and cultural importance and natural significance for protect these special places served examples from more original owner and builder of the river, birthplace the general public to enjoy. for current and future gener- than 300 years of agriculture of the house and surround- of America’s Industrial Founded by open space vision- ations and offer hundreds of and the labor of generations ing buildings was Joseph Revolution. ary Charles Eliot in 1891, annual outreach programs, of several families. Chapin and his wife Olive Today, the property’s well- The Trustees is the nation’s workshops, and events Cormier Woods is located Taft who built the house in cared for buildings, fields oldest, statewide land trust designed to engage all ages at 217 Chapin St. in Uxbridge. 1750. Aside from raising and stone walls are a legacy and one of Massachusetts’ in its mission. Accredited by The walk will take place on his family and running the of that industriousness, and largest conservation organi- the Land Trust Accreditation Sept. 12 and run from 4 to farm, Joseph was a commit- pay tribute to donor James zations. Supported by more Commission, The Trustees 6 p.m. We will meet in the ted patriot, an original mem- Cormier’s longstanding than 100,000 members and are an established leader in parking lot next to the barn ber of the town’s Committee sense of stewardship. donors and thousands of vol- the conservation and preser- and kiosk. of Correspondence in 1774, Contact for this event: unteers, The Trustees own vation movement and model Enjoy a guided tour outlin- and commander of the Jim Beauchamp, email: jim. and manage 111 spectac- for other land trusts nation- ing the history and natural Uxbridge minutemen when [email protected], ular reservations -- includ- ally and internationally. To landscape of a beautifully they responded to the alarm phone: 508-498-0270 ing working farms, historic find out more or to become a preserved farmstead dating from Concord and Lexington Sponsored by the Trustees homesteads and gardens, member or volunteer, please from the 17th century. in 1775. of Reservations. community parks, barrier contact www.thetrustees.org. The tour includes a section Cormier Woods lies with- About the Trustees of beaches and mountain vistas, UniBank Blackstone branch to host shredding event WHITINSVILLE al confidential documents. Document 883-4129 or [email protected]. tributing to the overall quality of life — UniBank’s Blackstone branch will be shredding will take place on-site in a UniBank is rooted in the Blackstone and economic health of the commu- offering a free Community Shred Event. mobile shredding vehicle. Please do not Valley with assets of $1.8 billion of nities it serves, while maintaining a The Blackstone branch is located at 10 bring binders and remove any binder June 30. A full-service, mutually owned high level of financial soundness and Cheney St., Blackstone, MA 01504. The clips from paper to be shredded. community bank, UniBank has branch- integrity. UniBank is an Equal Housing event will be on Saturday, Sept. 21 from Please consider bringing non-per- es in Central Massachusetts and the Lender and Member FDIC and Member 1-4 p.m. ishable items to be donated to the Metro West region of Massachusetts. DIF. UniBank NMLS #583135. The com- New England Security Shredders will Blackstone-Millville Food Pantry. UniBank’s newest full-service branch is pany Web site iswww.unibank.com. be at the Blackstone branch to pro- If you have any questions regarding located at 193 Boston Turnpike (Route vide shredding services to individuals this event please contact Kim Briggs, 9) in Shrewsbury (at the former site of wishing to securely dispose of person- Blackstone Branch Manager, at (508) Spag’s). UniBank is dedicated to con- Fairlawn Church hosting Coffee Break Bible study program WHITINSVILLE — “Coffee Christ. Refreshments and quali- is independent, so if you can’t Break,” a non-denomination- ty child care are provided—with attend every week, you won’t feel al community Bible study for a loving Nursery for infants up “lost.” There’s no “homework” women and Story Hour for chil- to age two and a Story Hour that required, and no previous Bible dren, will open their fall season your three-to-five-year-olds won’t knowledge is necessary. Study with a study called “Exodus - want to miss! guides are provided free of Special Delivery,” beginning on charge. Thursday, Sept. 5. Coffee Break is free and open to anyone in the communi- Fairlawn Church is locat- Exodus shows how God works ty and is held each Thursday ed at 305 Goldthwaite to deliver his people--through from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Fairlawn Rd. (off Hill Street) in amazing miracles and a reluc- Church. Coffee Break offers Whitinsville. For directions, tant leader--and how God pro- women in the Blackstone Valley questions, or to get more infor- ceeds to work out his plan to an opportunity to read and mation, call Ginette at 508-234- deliver people of all nations discuss the Bible, share ques- 4806 or the church secretary from their slavery in sin to tions and concerns, and develop at 508-234-2838. enjoy new life, through Jesus new friendships. Each lesson

Sutton Historical Society It’s time to start meets Sept. 10 SUTTON — The Sutton Historical Society will host a general meeting on thinking Oktoberfest! Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. in the First DOUGLAS — On Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Oktoberfest Congregational Church, 307 Boston Rd., Committee will once again be closing down Main Street Sutton. in Douglas and hosting one of the largest events in the The meeting is open to all members Blackstone Valley. and the general public. The meeting will update members on current hap- We will be bringing back favorites such as the Weiner Dog penings and discuss upcoming business race (this year to include a category for small breeds), the items and goals. ‘Larger than Life Parade’ featuring music and dancing from Dance Sensations, and our ‘Larger than Life’ Characters, the ‘choo choo train’, bouncy rides, car show, and more. Among the new features for Oktoberfest this year, our Beer Garden will be pouring hyper-local Purgatory Brewing beer, and our headlining act will be Worcester’s favorite ‘80’s cover band, ‘The Flock’. We are especially excited to introduce a new event to Douglas Oktoberfest, a Rib Cook-Off ! In collaboration with the Olive Branch Lodge, Douglas Oktoberfest will be hosting a rib cook-off competition with a grand prize of $500 going to best in show.

Vendors and Rib-Off contestants can sign up using the forms on our Web site, www.douglasoktoberfest.com.

Interested volunteers and entertainment can contact us through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/douglasok- toberfest, or by email at [email protected].

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With the summer almost were in the area as we arrived gone, sportsmen are set- to start bottom fish , hoping to ting their sights on the The Great catch a few seabass and a few upcoming hunting sea- fluke. The bite was extreme- son. Archers are already Outdoors ly slow but we did manage to placing their tree stands on catch a few fluke and seabass deer runs that have produced RALPH that were undersized. It was some great shots in past sea- not long before we spotted a sons. It sure is nice to see TRUE nice seabass floating by the that many oak trees will pro- boat. I immediately asked the duce a good crop of acorns once. Giant tuna require a mate about the floating fish this year for deer to feed on. It lot of patience, and can have that was still alive. will also change the habits of anglers spending a lot of time deer feeding areas. Deer will on the ocean before one is land- «Yep. That fish was thrown be traveling to and from areas ed. It was not long after the overboard by the dragger, as that have good acorn crops, pair were told that the buyer they could not keep the fish improving hunters chances will only pay $5 a pound for the because of a closed season for of harvesting a big buck or fish. It seems that the Trump commercial fishing.” I thought doe. With all of the deer sight- tariffs found their way into that they could keep their Bi ings in the last couple of weeks the tuna market. The anglers Catch. What a waste of fish. It locally, hunters have been busy decided to take the fish home is not the first time I observed sighting in guns and bows, and and hand out tuna steaks to this wanton waste of our fish checking out deer runs. It is their friends and family. resources at sea. Stripers have never too early to do all the also been observed floating by necessary things prior to open Block Island striper fish- our boat a few years ago, and season. ing slowed a bit last week, but we actually watched some one local angler managed to legal size stripers being tossed The start of the Massachusetts land a fish in the high 40’s. This overboard by commercial drag- bow season this year in the writer also fished Block Island gers. Marine Fisheries need Central District in zones 1-9 is last week with friends and to take a better look at their Oct. 21- Nov. 30. Zones 10 - 14 family. Boarding the Maridee outrageous fishing tactics, and is Oct. 7 -Nov. 30. The youth 11 charter boat out of Galilee, regulations. deer hunt will be held Sept. R.I. at 5 a.m. with my grand- 30. Archery hunters with a per- daughter Andrea, her hus- Last week, a couple of local manent disabilities are lucky band Chris, and my son Ralph residents visited the Cape and to own a state of the art com- Jr., Friend Lisa & there friends, were planning to buy a few pound bow, which improves we were hoping for calm seas pounds of striper to take home. the hunters chances for har- and some great fishing. The Entering a local fish market, vesting deer. Unfortunately, ride to the North Rip had us they were amazed at the fish Massachusetts has still not catching our limit of strip- prices. “Yikes!” $26 a pound passed a regulation allowing ers in a matter of one and a for striper! I am sure glad I go any hunter to use them while half hours. The largest striper fishing. Often eating fish five deer hunting. days a week, I would defiantly was in the high 20’s and low Courtesy Photo 30’s. After we had our limit, go broke by the middle of the Last week, a couple of we were headed for the seabass month with those prices. anglers landed a 300-pound- fishing grounds. Andrea Henchey (True ) with her large striper caught on last week’s plus tuna and thought they Take A Kid Fishing & Keep fishing trip. were in the big money class for A couple of charter boats Them Rods Bending!

JAMES GANG of $10,000 last year, Gisonde added. for Sunday, Sept. 22, funds raised from JimmyFundWalk.org or call 866-531- continued from page A­­­ 1 “And our personal record keeping has the Walk will support all forms of adult 9255. Registrants can enter the promo us at $100,000 to date.” and pediatric patient care and can- code NEWS for $5 off the registration The Jimmy Fund Walk offers a dis- cer research at the nation’s premier fee. Walkers can walk any of the four “I’d have to say that my favorite part tance option for everyone; participants cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer distance options, according to the of the day is when we walk arm-in-arm may choose from any of the following Institute. The Jimmy Fund Walk has Walk’s Web site. across the finish line,” she added. “I’ve four distances along the historic Boston raised more than yet to do it without tears!” Marathon course: 5K walk (3.1 miles) $135 million in And this year, there is even more of a from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; its 30-year his- reason to celebrate. 10k walk (6.2 miles) from Newton; tory. Every dol- “Jim is being honored as one of the Half Marathon walk (13.1 miles) from lar raised helps Walk Heroes, with his poster along the Wellesley; Marathon walk (26.2 miles) patients at Dana- rough at the finish area,” Gisonde said. from Hopkinton. Farber Cancer “We won’t just be touching each beauti- The team even has baby onesies made Institute. ful hero poster as we pass by, but seeing for their grandchildren. This year, they To register and placing a kiss on our very own will be walking the 5k distance option. for the Walk, to Hero.” The Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund support a walk- James’ Gang hopes to raise $12,000 Walk raises the most money of any sin- er, or to volun- this year. They raised close to their goal gle day walk in the country. Scheduled teer, visit www.

PURPLE HEART ive Board of Selectmen, has paid made while serving their coun- continued from page A­­­ 1 off. While the official unveiling try,” said Ryan, who is a former of the sign was during this past Millville Police Chief. Rep. Michael Soter joined year’s Memorial Day ceremony, Many Millville citizens were town officials, Purple Heart this year’s Purple Heart Day awarded the Purple Heart for recipients, friends, families, and on Aug. 7 marked the first day their sacrifice, having been community members to hang the signs were hung up on the wounded in action while the first of the signs to designate streets of Millville. engaged in combat. The Purple Millville a Purple Heart town. “Millville is a small commu- Heart is the oldest American Achieving this honor has been nity. I have known these individ- military decoration in present on the radar for Millville for uals most of my life and have use and was initially created as quite some time. Longtime res- personally listened to their sto- the Badge of Military Merit on ident Timothy Ryan has been ries. I couldn’t think of a more Aug. 7, 1782 in Newburgh, N.Y. leading the charge to officially befitting thing to do but come by General George Washington. make Millville a Purple Heart forward and recognize the sacri- The award was made of purple Town. His work, with the help of fices these local individuals who cloth shaped as a heart with the many others and a very support- are Purple Heart recipients have word “merit” sewn upon it.

APPLE FESTIVAL from the 18th and 19th centuries. This remarkable continued from page A­­­ 1 endeavor is due to the efforts of Doris Daniels King and her family to preserve the farmstead’s history Hopedale Mill, yet the cider mill retains its works and legacy. The Foundation’s focus is to provide a representing an important building type and func- place for people to gather, celebrate, and learn the tion. values of a working farm and its traditions. The Daniels Farmstead Foundation, Inc. was Come join the celebration! founded in 2003 with an all-volunteer board of For more information for this directors with the goal to protect and preserve this event, contact Justine Brewer historically significant farm and buildings and at justine@southwickszoo. its pristine farmlands; to restore the farm to its com or 508-726-2042. Visit our former splendor; and to operate a living museum Web site at www.danielsfarm- where local historians, schools, and the general stead.org. public can learn about the New England Farm life

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25 Elm St. Southbridge, MA 01550 Telephone: (508) 909-4126 Fax: (508) 764-8015 www.StonebridgePress.com OPINIONOpinion and commentary from the Blackstone Valley and beyond Frank G. Brendan Chilinski Berube President & Editor Be alert for Publisher Preserving Harvest’s opportunities Editorial Bounty the Old when preparing A fresh start Fashioned Way for college costs

and a chance The pleasures of the seasons. Take New England harvest sea- Financial son are truly bountiful. the *Garlic Braid: Give to make Ripe, red tomatoes heavy Bountiful Bulbs a Focus on the vine, stately rows Hint “Twist.” of corn stalks, and pots Garlic is easy to of leafy herbs promise KAREN grow, and even a novice DENNIS memories home grown goodness for TRAINOR gardener can produce ANTONOPOULOS the family table. Whether enough garlic bulbs to It’s that time of year again, when the plucked from your own store for use all year buses start rolling, store shelves once backyard or purchased round via a well con- again teem with school supplies, and fresh from local gardens or farmers structed garlic braid. Now that summer is winding down, it back to school photos will infiltrate markets, preserving the “just picked” To do: Gather up about a dozen will soon be “back-to-school” time. When your social media feeds. We love this flavor of the New England harvest is a of fresh garlic bulbs with greens children are young, your logistics for the time of year, when a more structured seasonal quest. attached. Begin braiding greens of new academic year may involve little more than a trip to buy school supplies. schedule takes hold and the crisp, cool- While freezing has long been a favor- three garlic bulbs, and then begin add- But if you’d like to send your kids (or er air of fall settles in. ite form of “keeping” crops and tradi- ing more bulbs as you continue up the grandkids) to college someday, you need We always consider late August into tional canning is enjoying a comeback, braid. Add a new bulb on the right and to plan far ahead to meet the financial September to be a new year. Yes, we the old fashioned method of drying work it into the braid, then a new one know the actual new year begins on demands. And, as part of your planning, garden vegetables often gets over- in the middle and do the same, then add you also need to be on the lookout for all January 1, the start of a new school looked by home gardeners. A modern a bulb on the left, layering the bulbs in year always brings a clean slate, and opportunities to help pay those sizable dehydrator isn’t necessary, as all it an attractive braid as you move up the college bills. who doesn’t love that? takes is an oven, some trays and a length. At this point the braid tech- This time of year brings with it mem- bit of time to maintain all the flavor, nique resembles “French braiding” of Specifically, you’ll need to be ready to ories for all of us, even if we are not integrity and wholesomeness of the hair. For larger bulbs bring greens headed back into the classroom. We take action in these areas: season’s harvest. in from the outer edges (forming an x recall in the height of the ‘80’s when ** with the other greens) for an attractive Trapper Keepers were all the new rave. Financial aid – You should start think- During that time, anyone who walked Dry to Preserve Garden’s Bounty French braiding rope. Continue braid- ing about financial aid at least a year into a drug store would be greeted with Drying is one of the oldest forms ing until all bulbs are used. before your child heads off to college. a wall of the colorful organizers, with of food preservation, and a reliable To finish off your garlic rope, wind For example, you can begin submitting notebooks and pencil cases to match. technique that can be easily employed a length of twine or raffia around the the Free Application for Federal Student Having a brand new Trapper Keeper to stretch the goodness of home grown greens close to the top bulb. Tie off Aid (FAFSA) on Oct. 1 for the 2020-21 with pencils neatly tucked away the vegetables. Dehydrating removes mois- and tie ends together to form a loop to academic year. And if the past is any night before school started was step ture and therefore halts the growth of hang the rope. Hang in a well ventilat- guide, you’ll always need to remember one. Next, the perfect outfit would have bacteria and molds, extending the life ed, warm area to dry for two to three that Oct. 1 date for the next school year. to be picked out, after all, the first day of precious garden crops. weeks. When dry, simply snip off The FAFSA helps colleges and the U.S. outfit set the standard for the rest of Proper preparation of vegetables to desired bulbs. For long term storage, Department of Education evaluate your the year. During these first few days dry is very important. Pick produce hang braid in a cool storage area or financial need and determine how much of school, the excitement was always at at peak of ripeness and rinse in cool root cellar. financial support your child requires. an all time high. It’s the famous week water to remove dirt and debris. Dry Onions and shallots can be braided And since a lot of financial aid is award- three, when things start to settle, and thoroughly and cut into uniform thick- in the same manner. ed on a first-come, first-served basis, it’s the groove of the school routine has nesses to ensure even drying time. a good idea to submit your forms as soon become the norm, once again. Some vegetables, such as tomatoes, *Pepper Wreath: Pick Perfect as possible once the application period As with most things, we enjoy track- corn, carrots and potatoes should be Peppers opens. ing history. The drastic changes that blanched before drying to kill poten- Note: Before stringing hot peppers have occurred over the years are quite tial bacteria and enzymes that can be sure to wear gloves to ensure safety Scholarships – Colleges and univer- interesting, so we thought we would decrease flavor and color during while handing. Experts advise using sities offer their own scholarships, but share our findings. storage. Common foods that do not waxed dental floss to string and dry you’re not limited to them. In fact, you During the 1800’s, a typical rural require pre blanching include mush- hot peppers like jalapenos, as the might be surprised at the number and variety of college scholarships available area would have one room schoolhous- rooms, peppers, onions, garlic and strength of their oils can dissolve nor- to your child or grandchild – but to find es, with one teacher for grades first herbs. Blanch vegetables by boiling or mal thread. through eighth. The younger students them, you may need to do some digging. steaming. Immediately drop into cold Find out what’s offered from founda- would sit in the front of the classroom, water briefly to stop cooking and drain Wreath: To make a pepper wreath with the ‘big kids’ seated in the back. tions, religious, ethnic or community and dry vegetables while still warm. with slim peppers, you’ll need to wash organizations, local businesses and civic Memorizing lessons was the priority (The warmth will aid the drying pro- and dry a generous amount of fresh back then, where students had to recite groups. Also, ask the high school guid- cess.) peppers. With a sharp knife, make ance office for information. Your own what they had learned. Paper bags and ** two slits at the top of each pepper, lunch boxes were not used for lunch, employer might even offer small schol- Place vegetables in a food dehydra- under the cap. Using 12 gauge wires arships. You can find more information instead children would pack a lunch tor, or if drying in oven, arrange in form a sturdy round circle (for larger and carry it to school in a tin bucket. on scholarships on the U.S. Department a single layer on a wire cake cooling wreaths double the wire or use a heavi- During the early 1900’s, only half of Education’s website. rack set on top of a sheet tray to er gauge. To form circle, stretch wire of the children between the ages of allow air circulation. The optimum over a bucket or clay flower pot. Make five and 19 attended school. This was College-specific investments – You during the Industrial Revolution where temperature for successful drying is a loop at one end. Thread peppers onto might also want to consider an invest- children were needed at home to help 140 degrees. This low temperature the wire through the slits, pushing ment designed to help you save for col- work the farms or were put to work in ensures moisture has completely evap- them together at different angles until lege. You have several options available, factories. One study reports that in the orated, therefore lowering the risk of the wreath is full and looks attractive. each with different contribution limits, present, 264 million children are still mold from any trapped moisture. If Make a hook at the end of the wire and rules and tax treatments, so you’ll want not educated. your oven doesn’t have as low a setting, hook onto the loop. Hang up to dry for to consult with a financial professional We’ve heard it all before, but it’s true try the “warm” setting checking the about two weeks. to choose an investment that’s appropri- — most students would walk or ride temperature with a thermometer to Swag: To string a swag of peppers, ate for your situation. their bikes to school in all kinds of avoid cooking the vegetables. Check wash and dry thoroughly. Thread a weather up to five miles away. Today temperature periodically to ensure heavy duty needle with fishing line Community colleges – Not every bach- most students take the bus or are oven maintains an even 140 degrees. or unflavored wax dental floss. Tie a elor’s degree needs to begin and end at dropped at school by their parents. In It can take several hours for knot at the end of the line and thread an expensive four-year college or univer- some areas, there have been initiatives garden produce to be properly through the stem of the pepper, push- sity. Many students now fulfill some of taken to promote the ‘old school’ way of dried. Sufficiently dehydrated veg- ing peppers close together and off to their “general” education requirements transporting kids via bike or walking. etables and herbs will be crisp and each side as you form the swag. For at affordable community colleges before In days gone by, if a student misbe- brittle. Vegetables cut in thicker slices decorative effect, alternate red and transferring to a four-year school – often haved they were placed in a corner and such as tomatoes should be dry but green peppers. Continue stringing saving tens of thousands of dollars in had to wear a dunce cap. Discipline not hard (a bit pliable). Dried goods until swag is desired size. Tie off and the process. has changed quite a bit; however, we must be cooled completely before stor- loop top and hang to dry. remember a slew of kids standing along ing. Air tight containers such as ** Paying for college is challenging. After the brick wall during recess when we zipper lock bags, glass mason jars and all, for the 2018-19 academic year, the average annual cost (tuition, fees, and were in elementary school. Some stu- plastic freezer tubs are all good candi- Win Dinner for Two at the Publick room and board) was $21,370 for in-state dents may have had to suffer the public dates for storage of dehydrated vege- House students at public four-year colleges shame of that lineup for not returning tables. Dried produce should be stored Your tips can win you a great dinner a permission slip, or for talking in class, or universities; for four-year private in a cool, dark place and can last from for two at the historic Publick House schools, the corresponding expense was but don’t worry — we won’t mention a few months up to a year, depending Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send any names. $48,510, according to the College Board. upon the vegetable. Refrigeration can in a hint to be entered into a random And college costs will likely continue Home Economics classes have been extend the life of some dried vegeta- drawing. One winner per month will replaced with a more modern swing to rise over the next several years. But, bles, just be sure they are stored in win a fabulous three course dinner for as we’ve seen, by being proactive and than when they first emerged in the an air tight container and always use two at the renown restaurant, located 1950’s and lasted through the ‘70’s. Back having a plan in place, you can go a long within one year of packing. To ensure on Route 131 across the town common way toward coping with these expenses then, students, mostly female, were the product remains dehydrated, it is in historic Sturbridge. Because I’m taught how to cook and sew. In the and helping your loved ones enjoy the very important to check the contents in the business of dispensing tips, not late 1980’s, those classes saw more male benefits of higher education. periodically and discard any food that inventing them (although I can take students as it became a requirement for all. We remember sewing ‘Nerd’ (as has become rehydrated, smells “off”, credit for some), I’m counting on you This article was written by Edward in the candy) stuffed animals and Oreo or is moldy or tainted in any way. readers out there to share your best Jones for use by your local Edward Jones cookies in our class. When it was time ** helpful hints! Financial Advisor. Please contact Dennis to cook, we have fond memories of bak- Antonopoulos, your local Edward Jones ing a holiday cake and forgetting to add From Décor to Diet: Garlic Braids Do you have a helpful hint or handy Advisor at 5 Albert St., Auburn, MA 01501 baking powder…or was it flour? Either and Pepper Wreaths tip that has worked for you? Do you have Tel: 508-832-5385 or dennis.antonopou- way, the final product certainly wasn’t Garlic braids dangling from kitchen a question regarding household or gar- [email protected]. going to land us on “Cake Boss.” rafters and colorful hot pepper wreaths den matters? If so, why not share them Industrial Arts classes are few and far hung near the chopping block offer not with readers of Stonebridge Press news- between, but are still offered in some only homegrown décor, but a handy papers? Send questions and/or hints places with a more technological twist. “pick as you use” year round supply of to: Take the Hint!, C/o the Southbridge DON’T MISS A BEAT Back in the day, students would take garden produce. Storing garden garlic Evening News, PO Box 90; Southbridge, CHECK OUT THE large pieces of wood, run it through a and dried peppers in a creative way is MA 01550. 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Thursday features a presents a visit to Hershey’s Chocolate World and MARY QUEEN OF THE ROSARY Branson Show Milton Hershey School and Founders PARISH ters to cut out wooden apples using a jigsaw. We remember Extravaganza, Hall before we head home with rest stops leaving notes for our friends in the afternoon class. We would Saturday, May 2 on our way back. This Trip includes 2 SPENCER — Mary Queen of the slip them in the lockers and hope we remembered whose nights Lodging, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, through Sunday, Turn To CALENDAR page ­­­A13 locker belonged to whom. No such thing as texting back then. May 10, 2020, $905 Tickets to The Miracle of Christmas and Cursive writing was always fun. It was a great feeling when you made that lower case ‘j’ just right. Who knew that years later, handwriting would become a lost art, and our cursive www.StonebridgePress.com skills would be a thing of the past. Handwriting is, however, making a come back in some schools. 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Courtesy photo Courtesy photo Corey Maynard after completing the 192-mile stretch of the Pan-Mass Challenge. Kim (Maynard) Aucoin at the Pan-Mass Challenge finish line.

BY KEN POWERS goes directly into the pool of training a lot in the gym. every day if I could,” Aucoin “This year I volunteered to SPORTS CORRESPONDENT MAPFRE PMC donations. “Back then we both lived in said. “If it’s nice out I’m out- work with the PMC. MAPFRE THOMPSON, Conn. — Her work with the PMC is Dudley so we would meet up side riding. I try to ride every set it up that any employees Tourtellotte High School was not Aucoin’s first foray into and go on rides together. The day if I can.” who wanted to volunteer, they well represented earlier this cycling to raise money for a more we did that the more I There is a third Maynard would provide transportation month in the 38th annual worthy cause. got into cycling.” family member involved in to the PMC headquarters in Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), “I’ve been involved with Both Maynard and Aucoin the PMC. Older sister Pam Needham,” Pam Maynard which to date has raised more cycling, on and off, for about train for the PMC from April Maynard doesn’t ride, but she said. “We were there for about than $700 million for cancer 20 years,” Aucoin said. “In to July, riding outdoors three does help out. six hours putting together research at the Dana-Farber 1998 and 2000 I participated in days a week and indoors on “I’m there for support. I pick ‘rider packages,’ which basi- Cancer Institute. AIDSRides. I rode both years a spin bike another three to them up at the end of the race cally consisted of a list with Kim (Maynard) Aucoin, from Boston to New York. It’s four times a week. Aucoin when they’re finished,” said bike jersey size, identification THS Class of 1991, and her about a 300-mile ride; it took prefers her training to involve Pam Maynard with a laugh. bands for the riders, luggage brother Corey Maynard, THS three days, and I completed road work. Maynard, however, does and bike tags.” Class of 1992, both completed it both years on a mountain “I love it; I’d ride outside more than that. the longest leg of the ride; bike.” the 192-mile stretch from Maynard, who also had Sturbridge to Provincetown mountain biked back in the that takes two days to com- day, got back into cycling to plete. improve his health. Aucoin and Maynard “I started riding again back both said that they know in 2012 for fitness; I wanted to many people who have been lose weight,” said Maynard, through the ordeal of having who participated in the PMC cancer, including their moth- as a solo rider this year and er, Dorothy, who is a cancer raised $8,866. “I work in survivor. Boston for Gillette and I was This summer’s ride was in Berlin [Germany] on busi- Aucoin’s third straight year ness and I went out cycling participating in the PMC; with a co-worker. We were on Maynard joined his sister on road bikes — like Kim, I had the ride two years ago. always ridden a mountain “It’s such a great event; I bike — and I thought ‘this is definitely plan to ride again great.’ So I came back from next year,” said the 46-year- that trip and bought a road old Aucoin, who lives in bike.” Dudley and works in Webster It was no simple feat, how- at MAPFRE Insurance. “It’s ever, getting his sister to con- the people cheering you on vert. along the way that makes this “It took me two years to con- so special to me. There are so vince Kim to buy a road bike,” many hills in the beginning said Maynard, a Northbridge and, because of the heat, you resident who will turn 45 don’t think you’re going to next month. “We would ride make it. But then the people together, me on the road bike, start cheering you on, telling she on the mountain bike, you that you can do it — and which weighed three times as they’ve got signs in their front much as a road bike. At one yard encouraging you, too. It’s point I was like, ‘hey, you’re all awesome, and you some- slowing me down. Get a real how push through.” bike.’” Aucoin, who was part of Maynard said he didn’t MAPFRE’s 17-member PMC participate in the PMC with team, raised $5,585 this year, Aucoin back in 2017 for one while MAPFRE raised near- simple reason. ly $420,000. A portion of the “I wasn’t ready for it. I was money MAPFRE raised came 40 pounds heavier and really through its policy holders. didn’t want to do a 200-mile Any policy holder who donat- ride carrying all that excess ed $25 was offered a five per- weight,” said Maynard, who Photo courtesy Pam Maynard cent discount on their auto shed the pounds by increas- Kim (Maynard) Aucoin, left, and her brother, Corey Maynard, celebrate after completing the Pan-Mass Challenge. insurance. The $25 donation ing his riding mileage and

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The race will these benefits while burning calories pick-up game (for kids and adults) start at 9 a.m. with registration begin- patients and survivors and building muscle, then that is what 5:30-7 p.m. Paddle for Recovery ning at 7:30 in front of the Town Hall the doctor ordered. for survivors (limit 10 spots, sign up across from the Library at 37 Main Come join the fun. Paddle for Paddle for Recovery is a free SUP early!) Street (Route 31). The entry fee is Recovery with Casi, bring the entire class for those currently undergoing 8 p.m. Group photo of Survivorship $20. Be one of the first 400 pre-regis- family and play volleyball with the or who have recently completed treat- Contact [email protected], or call tered participants and receive a Tree Holy Cross volleyball team, enjoy a ment for cancer. Our mission with (508) 304-3463 for more information. House Brewing Co. pour! Walkers potluck BBQ, hang out on the beach, this program is to provide an oppor- Registration is required to attend this are welcome! Get race applications swim and enjoy the end of summer! tunity to escape on the water and event. at Charlton Optical or on www. It’s no secret that Mother Nature maybe even find a new passion that 12 • Friday, August 23, 2019 Blackstone Valley Tribune OBITUARIES John M. Chlapowski, 78 David Paul Bedrosian, 59 DUDLEY – John M. in Springfield. NORTHBOROUGH- The family of Dave also pursued many interests, Chlapowski, 78, died Mr. Chlapowski was a teacher in David Paul Bedrosian, 59, is heartbro- including earning a private pilot’s Sunday, August 18, the Webster School System for many ken to announce his passing on August license and flying his Cessna 172 air- 2019 in Southbridge years before he retired. He worked at 6, 2019. plane; playing and developing video Rehab & Healthcare, the elementary school, at the junior Dave was an amazing husband and games; singing, playing the guitar, Southbridge, after an high school, and became a physical father, deeply loved and adored by his and writing songs; reading and con- illness. education teacher at Bartlett High wife of 26 years, Kathy (McWalter), tinuously learning; and golfing. He He leaves his School. He was an assistant football and by his son and the joy of his life, was a lifelong member of the Soorp wife of 50 years, coach at Bartlett and also a defensive Sam. He was the cornerstone of his Asdvadzadzin Armenian Apostolic Jean C. (Cassidy) coordinator for the football program at large, extended family, leaving behind Church in Whitinsville, where he Chlapowski; a daughter, Susan A. Nichols College. He loved working with his brother Peter and his wife Deborah served for many years as Treasurer Chlapowski and her husband Aaron kids from kindergarten to senior high of Whitinsville, brother Richard and on its Board of Trustees and devoted Perna of Worcester; 3 step-grandchil- school and was fondly known as “Mr. his wife Bettyjean of Whitinsville, sis- his time to the church’s many annual dren, Chelsea, Taylor and Hannah; a C” to all. ter Nancy and her husband Richard bazaars, summer picnics, and other sister, Eleanor Damian of Texas; and He walked extensively and enjoyed of Burlington, aunt Sylvia Bedrosian events. nephews and nieces. He was preced- swimming and bird watching. He liked of Whitinsville, and best friend Paul What Dave will be most remembered ed in death by 3 brothers, Theodore, traveling and attending opera produc- Mandrafino and his wife Lisa of for, though, was his great sense of Anthony and Leon Chlapowski and by tions in the area. Pennsylvania. He also leaves behind humor and his exceedingly kind, hum- 2 sisters, Pauline Paglione and Patricia His funeral will be held Friday, his sister-in-law Diane Ciampi and ble, generous, loving, and thoughtful Johnson. August 23, from the Sitkowski & her husband Doug of Westminster, his nature. He was always watching out for He was born at the family home in Malboeuf Funeral Home, 340 School brother-in-law Richard McWalter of his family, friends, and anyone in need, Dudley on July 15, 1941, a son of Chester Street, Webster, with a Mass at 10:00 Concord, and his many nieces, neph- regularly and quietly offering assis- and Agnes (Delman) Chlapowski and AM in Saint Anthony of Padua ews, and grandniece, all of whom he tance in any way possible, whether it lived in Webster and Dudley all his Church, 24 Dudley Hill Road. Visiting loved to spend time with. was helping with a move, providing life. He graduated from Bartlett High hours will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Dave was born on December 29, rides to appointments, fixing a com- School in Webster where he was a Thursday, August 22, in the funeral 1959 in Whitinsville to the late Peter puter, mentoring, paying a bill, offer- member of the varsity football team home. Donations in his name may be and Suzanne (Malkasian) Bedrosian. ing advice, teaching a skill, donating and also the varsity baseball team. He made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, He graduated valedictorian from to causes, providing encouragement, won a scholarship to play football at the 200 Southeast First St., Suite 800, Northbridge High School and earned or simply showing compassion toward University of Denver and then at the Miami, FL 33131. a B.S. in Computer Science from the someone who needed to be uplifted. He University of Oklahoma. He graduated http://www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com Massachusetts Institute of Technology, cared genuinely and deeply about all of from American International College where he was a member of the Beta those around him. Theta Pi Fraternity, whose members meant so much to him. He worked Dave was a truly good man and a fine at a number of technology companies example to everyone who knew him. Fredinand V. “Fred” Doyon, 63 throughout the Boston area, including Dave’s funeral was held Tuesday, Cognex Corporation, where he met his August 13th at 10:30 am at the Soorp DOUGLAS- butchered and packaged deer meat for wife, Kathy; IDC; Trip Advisor; iRobot; Asdvadzadzin Armenian Apostolic Fredinand V. “Fred” many area hunters. A 1973 graduate of and most recently, Amazon Robotics. Church in Whitinsville and burial will Doyon, 63, of Douglas High School, he loved camping, He was awarded four U.S. patents for follow in Howard Street Cemetery in Scotland, CT, former- gardening, and local sports teams like technology and was recognized with Northborough. Calling hours were ly of Douglas died the NE Patriots and Boston Red Sox. numerous accolades and awards Monday, August 12th from 6:00 pm to Mon. Aug. 12, 2019 He was involved with the Boy Scouts throughout his career. 8:00 pm at Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main after a brief illness. and Little League and enjoyed hunting As dedicated as he was to his work, Street, Northborough. His longtime com- and fishing in his younger days. He was Dave’s top priority was spending time In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made panion Margaret M. active in the Slovak Catholic Sokol and with his family and creating a wonder- in memory of Dave to the Northborough Dillon died Aug. 25, was a member of St. Denis Church. ful life for them. One of his favorite Food Pantry at www.nfpantry.org, or to 2016. Raising his children was most import- roles was serving as a coach for his support brain tumor research conduct- He is survived by 2 sons Victor A. ant to Fred however. He loved spend- son’s baseball and basketball teams. He ed by Dr. Patrick Wen at Dana-Farber Doyon of Scotland, CT and Patrick ing time with his family, especially his also greatly enjoyed cooking and bak- Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, T. Dillon of Milford; a granddaugh- granddaughter. ing for his family; spending time out- Boston, MA 02284. Please write checks ter Marley A. Dillon; his sister Mary His funeral was held Sat. Aug.17 from doors together kayaking, hiking, and to Dana-Farber and include Dr. Wen Anne and her husband John Patella Jackman Funeral Home, 7 Mechanic swimming; traveling to amusement in the memo section. To give online, of Whitinsville; a niece, a nephew St with a Mass at 11 am in St. Denis parks to ride the tallest and fastest please visit www.dfci.org/give. and many lifelong friends. Born in Church, 23 Manchaug St. Burial will roller coasters with his son; and host- To leave a condolence, please visit Worcester, MA on Sept. 15, 1955 he was follow in St. Denis Cemetery. A calling ing regular game nights, pool parties, www.HaysFuneralHome.com. son of Victor W. And Anna M. (Minarik) hour was held at the funeral home and holiday gatherings for family and Doyon and lived in Douglas most of his from 9:30 to 10:30am on Sat Aug. 17. friends. life. He had lived in Scotland, CT the Memorial donations in Fred’s memory past 2 years. may be made to Douglas Youth Baseball Fred worked 45 years as a meat cut- and Softball, PO Box 596 Douglas, MA ter. He was employed at Price Chopper 01516. To leave a condolence message Marilyn C. Rogers, 75 in Putnam, Ct and several other loca- for the family please visit http://www. MENDON– Marilyn C. (Goss) Rogers, In addition to her husband Stanley tions for 17 years. Previously he worked jackmanfuneralhomes.com 75, of Mendon passed away on Sat., of 54 years, she is survived by her son, at Julio’s in Westborough. He also August 17, 2019 at her home with her James E. and his wife Michelle Rogers family by her side. She was the wife of of Uxbridge, two daughters Sherry Stanley B. Rogers. M. and her husband Reid Rhodes of Hugh Campbell, 82 Mrs. Rogers had been a hairdress- Mendon and Tracy J. and her hus- Sutton, MA/Staten Island, NY- ill, living here. Hugh served in the er at the former Nell’s Beauty Shop band Brian Consigli also of Mendon, Hugh Campbell age 82 passed away British Army Sea Ferth Higlanders in and previously at Arlene’s Beauty Shop 7 grandchildren, Jessica Rogers, Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Scotland. Hugh was a plumber and both in Hopedale for 30 years. Lauren Rogers, Courtney Rogers, Rose Monahan Hospice Residence, worked for the Metronorth Railroad, Marilyn was born Sept. 12, 1943 in James Rhodes, Griffin Consigli, Avery Worcester, MA. He was the husband retiring in 2003. Hugh was a Chief Milford the daughter of the late Edward Consigli, and Eben Consigli. She is also of the late Elizabeth (McFadyen) of Clan Cambell. There are no call- C. and Margaret M. (Reilly) Goss and survived by 3 nieces, a nephew and sev- Campbell who died in 2015. He leaves ing hours all services are private with had been a lifelong resident of Mendon. eral cousins. two sons Hugh Campbell and his wife burial in Staten Island, NY. The Shaw- She was a member of the first gradu- Funeral services will be private. Kimberly of Scottsdale, Arizona and Majercik Funeral Home, 48 school St., ating class of Nipmuc High School in Memorial donations may be made to Gerard Campbell and his wife Sophia Webster, MA has been entrusted with Mendon and the former David Hale the Alzheimer’s Assoc. MA Chapter, 309 of Sutton, two grandchildren Carina his arrangements. Please omit flowers Fanning Beauty School in Worcester. Waverly Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452. and Christopher. He had a daughter and make donations in his memory Marilyn enjoyed reading, visiting Arrangements are under the direc- who predeceased him, Jacqueline to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, Maine and Newport, and traveling to tion of the Buma-Sargeant Funeral Campbell. 269 Hanover St., Hanover, MA 02339. Walt Disney World with her family. Home, Milford. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland, A guest book is available at www. She loved spending time with Stan, her www.bumafuneralhome.com son of the late Hugh Campbell and shaw-majercik.com where you may children, and playing with her grand- Margaret (Murray) Campbell and post a condolence or light a candle. children. lived in NY since 1963 and after taking CALENDAR the historic stone walls and man-made CLOTHING SWAP: 9-11 a.m., book. New members always welcome. Saturday, August 31 features that make up our local forests Blackstone Valley United Methodist Homemade refreshments, inspired by as we hike along the Blackstone Canal Church, 61 Linwood Ave., Whitinsville; the title being discussed, will be served. READING NEW ENGLAND’S to Goat Hill Lock. We talk about why please use the driveway off of Church FORESTS: 1-3 p.m., Blackstone River these stone features are found across Street, between Dominos and the law and Canal Heritage State Park, 287 Oak Massachusetts and the importance office and park in the back. For more St., Uxbridge. Join us as we learn about Saturday, of preserving information, please e-mail edalynne@ them to tell sto- hotmail.com or call Christine at (774) September 21 ries of a bygone 262-6515. New England. ANNUAL FIELD DAY: Whitinsville Approximately Fish and Game Club Inc., White Court, two and a half Sunday, September 8 Douglas. Save the date on your calendar miles on an now and please join us for a fantastic uneven path. All NEW ENGLAND COUNTRY MUSIC day of raffles, music, games, events for ages welcome; CLUB DANCE: 1-5 p.m., Progressive all ages, along with fresh grilled food children must be Club, 18 Whitin St., Uxbridge. Featuring in a beautiful outdoor setting. Check accompanied by live country music by Steppin’ Up. us out on Facebook or at www.whitins- an adult. Please villefishandgame.com for additional contact the park information and tickets to this event. at (508) 278-7604 for Tuesday, September 10 more information. ANNUAL FALL FLEA MARKET: The DOUGLAS LIBRARY INTREPID Millbury First Congregational Church IN THE BLACKSTONE VALLEY TRIBUNE READERS: The next meeting of at 148 West Main St. in Millbury is spon- Saturday, the Douglas Library book group, soring a Flea Market on Saturday Sept. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m., The Intrep 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Anyone wishing To place an In-Memoriam, Card of Thanks, September id Readers, will be discussing Barbara to reserve table space, please call Jeri Birthday or Anniversary Greeting Kingsolver’s High Tide in Tuscon: Stead (508-865-5371). The $20 inside area 7 essay from now or never. This illustrat- consists of a large supper table plus a In the Blackstone Valley Tribune, ed anthology of card table. An outside reservation is $10 Please Call, Patricia at 508-909-4135 twenty-five essays and those chancing the weather need to explores the provide their own table. “The Kitchen” Or email at [email protected] themes of family, will be serving coffee and muffins, and community, and at lunch time, hot dogs will be served. Ad prices are $36 for a 2”x3” (actual size 2.4”x3”) the natural world There will also be a Bakery Table, and Or $72 for a 3”x4” (actual size 3.7”x4”, or 4”x3” (actual size 5”x3”) while consider- a Church Flea Market Table. Larger Ads available (call for quotes and details) ing such specific You can add a photo at no additional cost. topics as modern FALL FESTIVAL: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., To send by Mail, please mail to: Stonebridge Press motherhood, St. Patrick’s Church, 7 East St., C/O Patricia Owens 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA. 01550 paper dolls, and Whitinsville. The festival will include high-tide oysters. vendor tables, a bake sale, toy table, raf- We accept: Call the Library fles, food, music and much more! Personal Checks, Visa, Master Card, Discover, and AMEX 508-476-2695 for Turn To CALENDAR page ­­­A13 a copy of the B­ lackstone Valley Tribune Friday, August 23, 2019 • 13

Valley area. Services include assistance Wednesday at Congregational Church breakfast on a rotating basis. All wel- CALENDAR with food, clothing, utility payments of Grafton, 30 Grafton Common, in the come. For information contact ministry continued from page A13­­­ and heating needs. To find out how we fireplace room.. Support group for fam- coordinator at John21Breakfast@gmail. can help with your emergency needs, ily and friends of problem drinkers. com. To make a donation contact St. Saturday, call 508-342-7122. Leave your name and Newcomers welcome. For information: Patrick’s rectory at 508-234-5656. telephone number and your call will be 508-366-0556. September 28 returned. Legos Club: first and third Mondays YOGA GROUP: join the Sunshine Yoga of each month, ages six and up 3-5 VCC HARVEST FAIR ON THE FREE WILL DINNERS: The First Collaborative in our mission to bring p.m. at Whitinsville Social Library. COMMON: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Village Congregational Church of Sutton, 307 community based yoga to Uxbridge and Information about programming, visit Congregational Church, Whitinsville. Boston Road, presents its monthly free the surrounding communities! Classes the library’s website www.northbridge- Fun for everyone with kids’ games, will offering of open seating dinners are appropriate for just beginning to mass.org/whitinsville-social-library. pumpkin painting, crafts, baked goods, 4:30-6:30 p.m. on the second Saturday advanced student. Class is Sunday 7:30- plants, quilt raffle, baskets and gift cer- of each month. All welcome. Dinners 8:30 a.m. at Alternatives, Unlimited, PROJECT KIBBLE: In this tight econ- tificates raffle, DJ/karaoke, hamburg- served with bread, beverage and des- 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville. Extra omy, it can be tough to make ends meet. ers and hot dogs, baked potatoes, chow- sert. For information, call 865-6914. yoga mats, but most bring their own. $5 What about your four-legged friends? der, and more! donation per class, which given to local Project Kibble collects donations of pet SENIOR BREAKFAST: St. John’s organization. Visit Facebook: Sunshine food and supplies and distributes them Episcopal Church Senior Breakfast held Yoga Collaborative. to local food pantries. We accept dog ONGOING EVENTS & first Friday of the month 8-9 a.m. at the and cat food, kitty litter, small rodent church, 3 Pleasant St., off Route 122A, RECOVERY: Every Monday, Celebrate and fish food. All donations must be INFORMATION Sutton, and is handicapped accessible. Recovery, a Biblically based step pro- unopened and unexpired. For more Suggested donation is $5. For informa- gram designed to heal a wide variety information contact projectkibble@ FARMERS’ MARKET AT DANIELS tion, call Cyndy Rogers, (508) 529-4437. of habits and harmful behaviors, such gmail.com or call Christine 508-234-8131. FARMSTEAD: Farmers’ Market begins as drug dependency, abuse, eating dis- July 7 and continue every Sunday, PARENT SUPPORT: Parent Support orders, depression, anger, pornogra- 12-STEPS FOR OTHERS: Adult 11am to 3pm, though September 29, Group in Millbury sponsored by phy, broken relationships. Group meets Children of Alcoholics 12-step support grill open 11:30 to 2:30 serving grilled Parent Professional Advocacy League. every week in two-part session, an open group meets 7:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays franks, burgers (both Angus beef and Free and confidential Parent Support group followed by gender-specific small at the Hopedale Unitarian Church, 65 veggie) Italian sausage with peppers & Group on the second (workshop) and share groups. Starts at 7 p.m. and ends Hopedale St. For information, Rose at onions, cold beverages and all the fix- fourth (sharing) Friday of the month at 9. Come at 6:30 p.m. for coffee and (508) 234-9004. ins, Picnic tables, Homemade goodies, 10:30 a.m.-noon at the Millbury Public conversation. Pleasant Street Church, Tours, Music 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Library. Call PPAL (508) 767-9725 for 25 Cross St., Whitinsville, (508) 234-5268, KUNDALINI YOGA: The fall session information. PPAL is a statewide net- ext. 14, or email [email protected]. for the Wednesday morning class is KUNDALINI YOGA: Our classes are work of parents and professionals and from Sept 11 to Oct. 30 (10-11:15 a.m.). discontinued for the summer months adolescents with emotional, behavioral BREAKFAST: The John 21 This 8-week session is offered at St. (July & August). Classes will resume and mental health needs. Community Breakfast at St. Patrick’s Peter’s Parish Center in Northbridge. in September. The session dates will be Church has been established as a Participants may pay for the entire ses- posted on our website by mid August. CARING: The Caregivers Group meet response to the needs of many peo- sion or attend as a walk-in student. For more information visit: http://kun- in the library at the Northbridge Senior ple in our community. Breakfast will Proceeds benefit the Youth Ministry daliniyogacma.wix.com/site or call 508- Center fourth Tuesday of month 3-4 continue each and every Saturday 8-10 and St. Peter’s Parish. For more infor- 234-4185. p.m. If currently caring for a family a.m. in the Parish Center, 1 Cross St., mation visit: http://kundaliniyogacma. member or close friend, come and join Whitinsville. Our mission is to serve wix.com/site or call 508-234-4185. All others who share your compassion. a nutritious breakfast, free of charge, are welcome to join us on a journey NEED EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE? every Saturday morning in the spirit of toward a more balanced life. The Salvation Army is here to help serve AL-ANON: A “Serenity on The Hill” community fellowship and hospitality. emergency needs in the Blackstone Al-Anon step meeting held at 10 a.m. Teams of volunteers prepare and serve

chicken or schrod Nov. 16 — “Do As You Wish Day in tion or to reserve. TRIPS New York City” – shop for Christmas, do continued from page A8­­­ September 17, 2019 Tuesday - Atlantic some sightseeing, visit a museu, attend The Silver Club of the Uxbridge City Boys For $95 you will get a deluxe a Broadway matinee, dine at a special Senior Center invites you to join them Rosary Parish, 60 Maple St., Spencer, is motor coach to Danvers Yacht Club in restaurant, a visit to the aircraft Intrepid, on a couple of Christmas trips. offering the following trips. For more Danvers MA. where you will hear the visit the 911 Memorial complex. There is There is a trip to Boothbay information, call Bernard Dube at (508) music of the Beach Boys, The Drifters, much to do and enjoy. Departure is 6:30 Harbor, Maine for the Gardens Aglow on 885-3098. the Bee Gees and more. You have a choice a.m. from the Southbridge RMV park- Nov. 21 and 22 for the great price of of baked stuffed chicken or schrod. ing lot, and the return departure from $199. After traveling along the Maine IRELAND: September 9-22, 2019 New York City is 6:30 p.m. Included are Coast, we’ll arrive in Freeport, Maine to USA: SPLENDORS OF THE October 8-15, 2019 – ALL INCLUSIVE rest stops to and from New York City. explore this quintessential Maine vil- NORTHWEST: Wonders of Northern ARUBA – Room has just opened up for Cost is $59 per person. The reservation lage. There will be time for shopping at California Redwoods, Oregon & two couples on the 2019 trip, and I am deadline is Nov. 6. For information and the dozens of brand-name outlets, flag- Washington Aug. 3-16, 2020 taking names for 2020 trip, reservations, call (508) 764-7909. To avid ship L.L. Bean Store, and local boutiques JAPAN: March 26 to April 9, 2020 disappointment, call early. housed in historic brick buildings; then JAPAN & CHINA: March 26 to April November 12, 2019 – Tuesday – enjoy an included late lunch buffet at 22, 2020 Foxwoods $25 - 10 - AM bus. Dec. 14 — “Festival of Christmas the Harraseeket Inn. We will arrive SPAIN & PORTUGAL: September 9-24, For $25 You get a deluxe motor coach Lights” at Our Lady of La Salette Shrine, in Boothbay Harbor in the late after- 2020 ride to the casino You will have 5 hours at seasonal concert with Fr. Pat, the singing noon and check in to the Flagship Inn. the casino as the bus will leave Foxwoods priest, visit the International Museum This evening we’ll experience Gardens MILLBURY SENIOR CENTER at 4 PM. You will receive $10 for gaming of Creches, Gift and Book Shop, Chapel Aglow; walk through the Coastal Maine 1 RIVER ST. and $15 meal voucher. of Light, a Bistro for refreshments and Botanical Gardens’ dazzling, outdoor MILLBURY, MA 01527 snacks, a Carousel for the children, an display of 650,000 lights illuminating Trips are open to the public! optional trolley ride for a small charge their meticulously cared for gardens. Thursday, Sept. 12: Newport Playhouse Make checks payable to the Southbridge to view the display of more than 400,000 You’ll also have a chance to peruse the trip. The play is “BINGO.” Leaving at Senior Citizens Association. lights and a complete inclusive luncheon visitor’s center & gift shop and get a 9 a.m. Return around 6 p.m. Cost is $76 Contact Jim Julian at the Casaubon at Wright’s Farm Restaurant. Cost is bite to eat. We will stop in the village apiece, and includes dinner, show and senior center Monday, Wednesday or $54 per person, $44 for children three to of Boothbay Harbor afterwards to expe- cabaret! For more information or reser- Friday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 AM 10, under three free. Departure is 10:45 rience “The Festival of Lights.” After vations, please call the Millbury Senior or call 774 922 4049, or e-mail me jim- a.m. from Southbridge and 11:15 a.m. in breakfast we will head home with a Center at (508) 865-9154. [email protected] Webster, with the return about 7:45 p.m. stop in Kennebunkport for lunch and Reservation deadline is Dec. 5. shopping. *Please note this tour includes Sept. 22-24: Atlantic City Resorts. $239. FRIENDS OF STURBRIDGE SENIORS periods of outdoor walking on dimly Three days and two nights. Departs We are proud to announce the follow- UXBRIDGE SENIOR CENTER lit, potentially uneven surfaces, and 7:30 a.m., returns around 8 p.m. Price ing upcoming Bus Trips which are open overnight accommodations that require includes overnight accommodations at to everyone age 21 and over. The follow- All trips leave from the Whitinsville walking up and down stairs. resort, two dinner vouchers and a show ing One Day Bus trips are 92.00 which Walmart and the Stop & Shop at 32 On December 5 and 6th there is ticket, plus $25 in free slot play! For more includes a Deluxe Bus Transportation, Lyman St, Westboro. Make sure to a trip to the Trapp Family Lodge and it information or reservations, call or stop Delicious Lunch, Tax, Gratuity and include entree choice, phone # (esp. cell) includes one dinner and one breakfast by the Senior Center at (508) 865-9154. Fabulous Entertainers. and an emergency # when sending pay- both at the lodge, glassblowing at Simon PAXTON SENIORS Sunday May 19th See The Edwards ment. “Like” us on FacebookThe Silver Pearce Company, a meeting with a mem- Twins, the Best Impersonators of all the Club and The Uxbridge Senior Center. ber of the Von Trapp family, a stop in Are you interested in joining another Biggest Stars. Please call Sue at (508) 476-5820 for more Montpelier, and of course the luxury of wonder trip in 2019? Tuesday June 18th See The 3 Red Neck information. being at the Trapp family Lodge! It is A group of Seniors from Paxton and Tenors, Down Home Laughs + Big City $379 for the double occupancy per person surrounding towns are planning a trip Music, Pop to Opera. The Silver Club BUS TRIPS for 2019 and $499 per person for a single. this year to Italy. The group plans to Wednesday August 28th Tribute Show Please call Sue at 508-476-5820 for more Capture the Christmas spirit as we leave Paxton on Sept. 9, with transpor- hear Songs of Neil Diamond, Carole information. enjoy a little of Austria and a lot of tation provided to Logan and return. King, Johnny Cash, Janis Vermont on this memorable getaway. Our flight will take us to Rome, Italy for Tuesday Sept 17 Atlantic City Boys,4 The Uxbridge Senior Center and its Situated on 2,500 acres in Stowe, 10 days visiting many historical sites of Dynamic Lead Singers perform World Silver Club travelling group is offering Vermont, the Trapp Family Lodge serves Italy. Rome has many beautiful attrac- Class Vocals and Comedy the following trips for 2019: as our magnificent home away from tions that many of us have not seen We also have the following 2 to 5 Day home. Enjoy great shopping, superb din- on previous visits. After two nights in Overnight Trips for Singles and Double Sept. 20- Sun, Sept. 22. - Balloon ing and exceptional hospitality on this Rome, we will move on to one night in Occupancy. Festival $549. made out to Conway Tours. great Christmas holiday tour. Perugia where we will have the oppor- Saturday June 29 to Wed July 3 Nova (trip full - waiting list) tunity to visit Assisi, the birthplace of Scotia, Bay of Fundy, Royal Nova Scotia On Wed, Dec.18 we will travel to St. Francis of Assisi. Following our stay International Tatoo Oct. 1- Return of Turkey Train! Train the Newport Playhouse to see “A in Perugia, we move on to Florence, “the Military Festival,Halifax Saint John ride along Lake Winnipesaukee with Christmas Cactus” For $79 you will Cradle of Italian Renaissance,” where plus more 1299 Double occupancy turkey dinner on board. $81; leaves enjoy a great play, a bountiful buffet and we will view Michelangelo’s incredible Saturday August 3 to Sunday August Whitinsville at 8:30; Home 6:30 the Christmas Cabaret. statue of David. After two nights in 4, Boston Red Sox vs NY Yankees game, Show Synopsis: Christmas Eve is beautiful Florence, we will move on to Statue of Liberty, Ellis Nov. 12~ Aqua Turf Club ~ lunch & tough for private investigator Cactus Venice. On the way to Venice, we will Island, 399.00 Double Occupancy show, “Crooning the 70’s”. $79. Family O’Riley, a white-hot redhead with the stop at a 12th century castle and learn Tuesday 8/27 to Thursday Spectarcular style meal of Penne ala Vodka, Beef holiday blues. She is trying to lure her about the famous Tuscany wines and Saratoga NY Raceway, Lake George Burgundy, & Salmon secretary Fred away from his protective enjoy a cooking class and lunch. Next we Cruise, Tour of Saratoga It’s not too early to think about mother, dodging the affections of Deputy are off to Venice for two nights. During Battlefield, Norman Rockwell Christmas! Join the Silver Club D.A. Windsor, and considering closing that time, we have an opportunity to Museum. 499.00 Double occupancy for Boothbay Harbor, “Christmas by the her business. She doesn’t need the added visit many of the wonderful sites of the Tuesday December 3 to Thursday Dec Sea” in Portland, ME, or Reagle Players aggravation of two fugitives who burst Canal City. 5th Pennsylvania Dutch and The Miracle Christmas Show for Christmas 2019! into her office looking for justice and After Venice, our next and last night of Christmas Show, a dead detective named Jake Marley. will be Milan where we will have Hershey’s Chocolate World and Nov. 21-22~2 day Boothbay Harbor w/ Cactus also doesn’t need Fred’s moth- an opportunity to visit and shop at more 459.00 Double occupancy lunch at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport. er, who arrives to take Fred home but the“‘Quadrilatero della Moda,” Milan’s For more information, please contact -- 2 days w/”Gardens Aglow” (beautiful decides to stay because she thinks this high-fashion district. We will depart for Dick Lisi at 508 410 1332 or at lisirich- light show at the botanical garden) at the is the Christmas murder mystery party home from Milan. ard15@ yahoo.com Boothbay Harbor Botanical Gardens. 1 she has always dreamed of attending. lunch, 1 breakfast. $199. double occupan- Christmas turns into a dickens of a hol- SOUTHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS cy, $259. single. iday for Cactus as she solves mysteries, ASSOCIATION UNION SAINT-JEAN-BAPTISTE delivers small miracles and takes a sec- CHAPTER 12 ond chance on love and sleuthing. Contact Jim Julian at the Casaubon DEC.5-6 THE TRAPP FAMILY LODGE All trips leave from the Whitinsville Senior Center Monday, Wednesday, or Union Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chapter CHRISTMAS: $379. dinner & breakfast WalMart. Call Sue at 509-476-5820 for Friday 9-10 a.m. or call (774) 922-4049 or #12, Southbridge, is sponsoring a vari- at the Lodge; Quechee and Montpelier, more information. e-mail [email protected]. ety of excursions for all to enjoy in meet w/a family member to hear the Trips are open to the public! Make 2019. We are a non-profit family oriented history, etc. West Brookfield Senior Center checks payable to the Southbridge Franco-American fraternal society since Senior Citizens Association, payment 1900. As always, you do not have to be Dec. 8 - Reagle Players Christmas Block Island, Aug. 21 due at sign up: a member to participate in any of the show.... TBA Price: $122 (includes bus driver gra- scheduled events. All are welcome. Gift tuity) SOUTHBRIDGE SENIOR CITIZENS certificates purchased in any amount DEC 13-14: CHRISTMAS BY THE SEA: Trip includes a ferry ride to Block 2019 TRIP SCHEDULE can be used by the recipient to any event $329. 1 breakfast, 1 elegant holiday buffet Island, with a 1 and a quarter hour tour OPEN TO PUBLIC at face value. For information or reser- lunch, 1 dinner. “Magic of Christmas” across the island with a native PAYMENT DUE AT SIGN UP vations contact Ted at (508) 764-7909. Portland Symphony Orchestra plus Block Island Guide. Also included is Ogunquit’s “Christmas by the Sea” cel- a luncheon at the National Hotel, with 2019 ebration entrée choices of Grilled Salmon, August 28, 2019 – Wednesday – 2019 is the Society’s 27th anniversary Chicken Breast or Baked Seafood Diamonds and Pearls the ultimate trib- in providing members and non-mem- All trips leave from Whitinsville Casserole. Some time to browse the ute show. bers alike the opportunity to experience Walmart, 100 Valley Parkway, shops will be available. A deposit of For $95 you will get a deluxe motor excursions of a day or extended days. Whitinsville. Make sure to always $60 is required upon sign-up. Please con- coach to Lake Pearl in Wrentham MA. All are welcome to travel with our orga- include entree choice, phone # (esp. cell) tact the West Brookfield Senior Center at where you will hear the music of Neil nization. and an emergency phone number. Please (508) 867-1407 for more information. Diamond, Carol King, Janice Joplin and call Sue at 508-476-5820 for more informa- more. You have a choice of baked stuffed 14 • Friday, August 23, 2019 Blackstone Valley Tribune

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ON DEPOSIT ON DEPOSIT ON DEPOSIT NEW GRANITE KITCHEN & HARDWOODS MILLBURY – WATERFRONT! Ramshorn Lake! 51 Davis Rd! Beautifully Landscaped & Private 1.22 Acres w/500’ on DUDLEY – 90’ WATERFRONT! 12 Lakeview Ave! Full Recreational Merino WEBSTER – 12 Blueberry Way! 3,753’ Custom 9 Rm Cape on an Unbelievable 1.69 Acres! From the Circular Drive to the the Water! One of Ramshorn’s Premier Properties “Royledge”! Sprawling 3,117’ French Country Villa w/Panoramic Wa- Pond! 12 Rms, 4/5 Bdrms, 3.5 Baths Total! 2 Complete Residences, Single Multilevel Composite Decks to the Incredible Pool w/Waterfall and In-water Stools surrounded by Stamped Concrete ter Views from this Perfect Peninsula! Ideal for Entertaining! Stonewalled Gated Entry, Long Private Drive to its Stately Family w/In-Law or as a 2 Family! Right Side w/Open Flr Plan! Lake Facing & Screened Gazebo to the Lighted Tennis Court! Gracious 2 Story Entry Foyer! New Granite Kit w/Breakfast Bar & Appearance! Sprawling Stone & Slate 6+ Rm Masterpiece! Light Abounds! Cathedral & Tray Ceilings w/Skylights! Unique Kit, Din & Liv Rms! 2nd Flr w/ 2 Lake Facing Bdrms! Finished Walk-out Low- Dining Area w/New Tile Flr! Formal Din Rm w/Hrdwds! Spacious 30’ Frplce Liv Rm w/New Hrdwds! 1st Flr Bdrm w/Full Country Kitchen! Formal Dining Rm! Frplcd Great Rm! Lake Facing Spacious Master Suite w/Everything You’d Expect! 3 er Level! Left Side w/Granite Kit w/ Skylight! Frplce Din/Liv Rm! 2/3 Bdrms! Bath & New Hrdwds! 3 Second Flr Bdrms! Master Suite w/Full Bath, Dressing Area & Multiple Closets! 4 Bdrms, 4.5 Baths Total! 40’ Recently Finished Walk-out Lower Level Frplce Fam Rm! 2 Car Attached Garage! C/Air! Buderus 4 Z Oil Heat! Shed! Comfortable Bdrms! 3 Full Bathrooms! C/Air! Garages – 1 & 2 Car Detached Garages! Reward Yourself! $999,000.00 Master w/Bath! Town Services! In Time for Summer! $439,900.00 Landscape Lighting! Make a Move! $489,900.00

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PUTNAM – 49 Fox Road! Fantastic 2,680’ 9+ Room Center Hall Colonial Set On 3 Beautiful Acres! Featuring DUDLEY – 9 Nellies Way! TOBIN FARM ESTATES! 10 Rm Colonial Set on 1.2 Acres! Applianced Dine-in Granite Kit! 3 DUDLEY - 7 – 9 West Street! Brick 4 Family plus a 2 Family! Side by Center Island Stainless Applianced Kitchen! Formal Dining & Living Rooms w/Hardwoods! Comfortable Brick Fireplaced Season Sun Rm off Kit! Din Rm, 2 Story Fam Rm w/Pellet Stove, Bdrm, Full Bath w/Laundry & Gleaming Hrdwds Round Out Side! All with 5 Rooms and 2 Bedrooms! Gas Heat! All Separate Utilities! Family Room! Office/Den! Half Bath w/Laundry Closet! Side Entry Foyer w/Coat Closet! Upstairs to 4 Spacious 1st Flr! 2nd Flr Features an Open Balcony to the Liv Rm! Plenty of Space for an Office, Playroom or Reading Area, Use Your 2 Car Detached Garage! The 4 Family with Beautiful Natural Woodwork! All Apartments are Empty and Work is Needed in Several Apartments! Excellent Bedrooms! Huge Master w/Hardwoods, Full Bath & Walk-in Closet! Full Hall Bath w/Double Sinks! Imagination! Master w/Tray Ceiling & 3 Closets! Master Bath w/Dual Sinks, Shower, Whirlpool Tub & Makeup Counter! 2 Full Walk-up Attic w/Plumbing Leads for Additional/Future Expansion! 5 Zone Oil Heat! 24X30’ Potential! Will be a Good Investment for the Right One! $399,900.00 Additional Bdrms & Full Bath! Huge Finished Walk-out Lower Level Perfect for Entertaining! Wet Bar w/Wine Cooler & Detached Garage w/Second Floor Storage! Convenient to Everything Putnam! $369,900.00 Fridge! Half Bath w/Tile Flr! Irrigation! Shed! JD Riding Mower! Don’t Miss Out! $469,900.00

SOLD SOLD SOLD WEBSTER – 26 Spring St! 5 Rm Ranch on WEBSTER – 12 West Ave! DUDLEY – 24 Hickory Dr! 8 Rm 50’ Split on Dble Corner Lot! Fully Applianced SS Kitchen Quiet Side Street! Walk into the 3 Seasons 1,680’ Townhouse! 7 Rooms! 3 w/Tile Flr, Cherry Cabinets, Corian Counters & Island! Din Rm w/Slider to Deck! Liv Rm Rm w/ Tile Flr, Ceiling Fan & Slider to Deck! Bedrooms! 3 Baths! Applianced Island w/Cherry Cabinetry, Recessed Lights & Picture Window! Slate Entry w/Coat Closet! Full ON DEPOSIT Cabinet Packed Eat-In Kit! Spacious Liv Rm Kit w/Tile Flr! Din Rm & 13x24 Liv Rm Bath w/Tile Flr! Master w/Wall to Wall, Triple Closet & Recent Refreshed Master Bath! w/Hrdwds! 3 Bdrms! Finished Lower Level w/ w/Wood Laminate Floors! Master 2nd & 3rd Bdrms w/Wall to Wall & Dble Closets! Lower Level Fam Rm w/Stone Fireplace Tile Flr, 10’ Bar w/Drop Lights! Vinyl Siding! Bath & Walk-in Closet! 11X19 Family w/Pellet Insert! Office/Play Rm w/Wall to Wall! Half Bath w/Recent Vanity! C/Air! Oil Heat! Replacement Windows! $239,900.00 Rm! Recently Painted Throughout! 2 Car Garage! Generator! Replacement Windows! Flexible Floor Plan! $299,900.00 Central Air! Garage! $164,900.00

SOLD ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER LAKE – 50 West Point Rd! Killdeer Island! Stunning 4,700’ Entertainers Dream! Magnificent Sunsets! Built 2016, NEW PRICE It Has It All! Expansive 2 Story Foyer! Cherry Cabinet Kit w/Oversized Center Isl, Dble Oven, High End Appliances and Walk-in DUDLEY – 94 Tracy Road! 7 Rm 4 Bdrm Colonial On 1.24 Acres! Privacy! Many Butler’s Pantry! Din Rm w/Wet Bar, Sliders to 14x30’ Deck! Bright & Airy Liv Rm Overlooking the Lake, Custom Built Cabinets, WEBSTER – 28 Colonial Rd! Immaculately SUTTON - LAKE SINGLETARY Upgrades! Hrdwds Throughout! Frplce Liv Rm w/Recessed Lights! Formal Din Rm! Eat- Gas Frplc! 1/2 Bath + Laundry Nearby! An ELEVATOR to Service All 3 Floors! Glorious Stairway leads up to 3 Spacious Bdrms Maintained 8 Rm Colonial Across from w/ WATERFRONT! 5 W. Sutton Rd! 8 Rm in Kit Updated in 2015! Cherry Cabinets, Granite Counters, Center Isl & SS Appliances! each with their Own Private Baths! Luxurious Master w/Tray Ceiling, Walk-in Closet + Private Balcony! Expansive Master Bath, Views of & Beach Access to Webster Lake! Cape! 3 Bdrms! Screen House at Waters Sunroom w/Skylights, Hrdwd Flrs & Slider to Deck! 1st Flr 1/2 Bath w/Laundry! Master Applianced Kit! Dining Area! Dining Rm! Edge! Gradual Access to the Water! Soaker Tub & Large Tile Shower! Walk-up Attic w/Expansion Possibilities! Lower Level boasts Full Kit, 1/2 Bath, Lake Facing Fam Well Maintained! Kit, Formal Din Rm! Bdrm w/Dble Closet & Full Bath w/Linen Closet! 2nd Flr Full Bath! Lower Level Rm, Media/Exercise Rm + Lake Facing Bdrm w/Frplc & Private Bath! Slider to Patio! 13 Individual Splits to Control Rm Temps! Fam Rm! 3 Comfortable Bdrms! Master Game Rm/Office! Utility/Storage Rm! 16X21 Deck! Garage Under! Save on Your Bath w/Dble Vanity, Whirlpool Tub, Separate Fireplace Liv Rm! Den! Sun Rm! Updated Oversized 2 Car Garage! This Home is Loaded w/Quality & Detail! Quick Closing No Problem! Don’t Delay! $1,099,000.00 Windows! New Furnace & Septic to be Electric Your Bills, 2015 Solar Panels! Level yard w/Shed! Call now! Shower! 2.5 Baths! C/Air! $285,000.00 $349,000.00 Installed by Seller! $499,900.00

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CHARLTON – GLEN ECHO LAKE! 3 Sunset Dr! Western Exposure = Beautiful Sunsets! Fantastic WEBSTER LAKE – 39 Bates Point! Panoramic Views of South Pond! Southern Exp! Park Like Grounds! Extensive Patio, WEBSTER LAKE – 17 Wakefield Ave! WEBSTER LAKE - 207 Beacon Park! 1,100’ South Pond! Western Exposure! Protected 105’ Waterfront! Ideal 15,941’ Gently Sloping Lot! Comfortable 9 Rm Ranch! Stainless Appliance Eat- Paver Walkways & Perennial Gardens! 18X24 Covered Composite Deck, w/Vinyl Railings! 90’ U-Shaped Dock! Beautiful 7 Rm Garden Unit! 5 Rms! 1 Level Living – No from the Storms – Quiet Cove! .24 Acre Stairs! Spectacular Sandy Beach! Fantastic in Granite Kit! Din Rm w/Hrdwd Flr! Lake Facing Liv Rm w/Panoramic Water Views! 4 Bdrms, 3 Lake A/C’D Ranch! 14,549’ Level Lot! Lake Facing Cathedral Ceiling Great Rm w/Gas Frplace, Maple Hrdwd Flrs, Custom Granite Wet Bar w/Maple Cabinetry! Applianced Granite Kit w/Maple Cabinets & Porcelain Tile Flr! Formal Din Rm w/Cathedral Lot! 104’ Waterfront! Water Views! Lakeside Pool! Applianced! Kit & Din Rms Facing including the Spacious Master! Full Hall Bath! Enjoy the Sun Rm w/Lake Views! 32’ Walk- Ceiling, Skylight & Birch Flooring! 20’ Master w/Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight, Ceiling Fans, Walk-in Closet & Dble Closet! 2,412’ 8 Rm Contemp! Just Renovated! 4 w/Parquet Wood Flrs! Spacious Liv Rm! 2 out Lower Level Frplce Fam Rm w/Wet Bar & Convenient Half Bath! Nicely Landscaped Front & Bthrm w/Travertine Flr, Dble Granite Vanity, Custom Tile Shower, Linen Closet & Cathedral Ceiling w/Skylight! Entry Foyer/ Bdrms! 2 Baths! Cathedrals! Skylights! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath & Walk-in Closet! 2 Back! Lake Level Deck, Dock & Rear Shed! Benefitted by Town Sewer! Start Packing! $509,900.00 Mud Rm w/Tile Floor! Finished Walk-out Lower Level w/2 Bdrms, 1 Lake Facing! Liv Area w/Wet Bar & Frig! Full Bathrm! Fireplaces! C/Air! Composite Decks! Tile Baths! C/Air! Garage! $249,900.00 Laundry Rm! Work Shop & Storage! 26X32 Detached Garage w/2 Stalls & 2nd Flr Storage! Start Packing! $749,900.00 Patio! 2 Car Carport! $535,000.00

SOLD ON DEPOSIT REDUCED NEW PRICE CHARLTON – 105’ WATERFRONT! Baker Pond! 63 Lincoln Pt Rd! East Facing = Fantastic Sunrises! Custom 9 Rm WEBSTER LAKE – 50 Union Point Rd! Panoramic Views of Middle Pond – South Facing – Tons of Sun! Princi- WEBSTER LAKE - Steps Away WEBSTER LAKE – 206 Treasure Colonial! Beautiful 1/2 Acre Lot w/Lawn to Water’s Edge! 2 Story Foyer! Natural Woodwork! Open Flr Plan! Appliance pal Residence or as a Second Home this 6+ Rm Gambrel Colonial will be Ready for You! You’ll Appreciate its Easy From! 110 S. Shore Rd! Killdeer Island! 1,874’ Townhouse! 6 Rms, 2 Bdrms, Master Bath, 2.5 Baths Total! Granite Kit w/Isl, Recessed Lights, Tile Flr & Water View! Din Area w/Slider to Deck! Sunken Frplc Liv Rm w/Hrdwd Flr Access and Taken Back by the Ever Changing Lake Vistas! Featuring Applianced Kitchen w/Island, Dining Area, Island! Access to Swimming & Boating w/Killdeer Island Club Assoc Recent Cherry & Granite Kit w/SS & Water Views! Din Rm w/Hrdwd! 1/2 Bath w/Pedestal Sink! 2nd Flr w/4 Bdrms, 3 w/Water Views! Master w/Cathedrals, Lake Facing Fireplaced Living Rm with Custom Cabinetry, All with Hardwood Floors! Ideal Lake Facing 3 Sea- Membership! Perfect 1st Home or Appliances! Din Rm w/Sliders to Deck! French Dr to Balcony, Bath w/Separate Tub/Shower, Walk-in Closet & Laundry! Hall Bath! 3.5 Baths Total! Finished Walk- sons Rm w/Tile Floor & Anderson Sliders All Around! 3 Second Floor Bedrooms! Spacious Lake Facing Master w/ Summer Retreat! 7 Rms! 2 Bdrms! Frplcd Fam Rm! Patio! Newer C/Air, Heat out Lower Level w/31’ Fam Rm! Full Kit! Full Bath & Laundry! Includes NEW A/C SPLITS SYSTEM! Enjoy Outside Cathedral Ceiling & 2 Sliders to its Private Deck! 2 Full Baths! Central Air! Composite Decks & Flag Stone Pa- & Hot Water! Garage! 2 Slips! Pool! Full Bath! 12x25’ Deck w/Water Views! Beach! Listed by Another – “SOLD” from the Farmer’s Porch, Deck, Patio, Screened Porch or Dock! 2 Car Garage! Full Recreational Use! $524,900.00 tio for Your Enjoyment! 7,405’ Lot with 50’ on the Water! Sorry, Closing not before 9/10/2019! $624,900.00 Garage! Don’t Delay! $275,000.00 by C21 Lake Realty! $345,000.00

Featured New Listing! hope2own.com WEBSTER - 16 WEST AVE 508.943.4333 Spacious ranch 3-4 bedrooms. 1-1/2 baths, 1 Sharon Pelletier - Broker car attached garage. Newly remodeled kitch- Licensed in MA, CT & RI en. Partially finished basement just waiting for carpet or laminate flooring. Hardwood & Tile throughout 1st floor. Flat level lot. Town water & We Want sewer. Potential to finish a studio above garage 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 Your Listings! $267,000. Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! June Cazeault * Laurie Sullivan * Diane Strzelecki * Matthew Ross * Lori Johnson-Chausse * William Gilmore II * Brian Bohenko THOMPSON, CT - 6 LILLIAN AVE, LOT #1 DUDLEY - 71 EAGLE DRIVE DUDLEY - 188 WEST MAIN ST Featured New Listing! OXFORD - 66 CHARLTON ST VERY UNIQUE PROPERTY! ADORABLE 4BEDROOM 1.5 BATH CAPE! VERY PRIVATE LOT W/CARRIAGE HOUSE/CABANA/ WORK AREA/ EXPANSIVE GARAGE! STREET ACCESS FROM ALL THREE SIDES ON DEPOSIT WITH LONG EXTENDED DRIVEWAY. STAINLESS STEEL APPLI- ON DEPOSIT IN ONE DAY! ANCED KITCHEN , UPDATED BATHROOM W/JACUZZI TUB AND There is No Place Like Home ~ beautiful newly constructed home! Split Wow! Young 8 room Center Hall Colonial! Better than new! 3 COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS LOCATION IN THE HEART OF SHOWER! BRAND NEW FORCED HOT AIR HEATING SYSTEM & HOT level style home has an attractive modern flare! Open floor plan, cathedral bedroom, 3 full baths! 23’ X 23’ Cathedral ceiling Family Room! DUDLEY!! 3 BEDROOM,1BATH RANCH! LARGER THAN IT WATER TANK! RECENT 200 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKERS ONE YEAR ceilings, hardwood floors, tile floored baths, & wall to wall carpeted APPEARS!! 19,582 +/- sq ft Lot. Natural Gas Heat! Hard wood OLD WOOD STOVE! ENCLOSED SIDE PORCH. HEATED FOR FALL Bedrooms. Granite counters, center island & dining rm w/sliders! Master Hardwood & Ceramics throughout. Heat by forced hot air/oil, floors! BRING YOUR VISION, LARGE FLAT YARD GIVES YOU AND WINTER ENJOYMENT!! TWO STORY GARAGE, ATTACHED CABANA FAMILY & WORK ROOMS. NEW 4BEDRM SEPTIC BR, private master full bath w/extra wide shower & walk in closet, plus 2 Central air! 2880 Sq Ft of living area. In one of Dudley’s finest more spacious BRs & a full hallway bath. 24’ lower Level family room, half GREAT PARKING AREA, for A SMALL BUSINESS FROM SYSTEM, COMPLETED PRIOR TO CLOSING. THIS ONE NEEDS TO BE SEEN!! MOTIVATED SELLER $349,900 bath w/laundry hookups! Two car garage! Central AC. $309,900. developments with underground utilities! $420,000. HOME!! CONTRACTORS DREAM! $178,500.

THOMPSON, CT - 8 LILLIAN AVE, LOT #2 WOODSTOCK, CT - 606 PROSPECT ST WEBSTER/DOUGLAS/WEBSTER LAKE WEBSTER - 34 EASTERN AVE UNIT A WEBSTER LAND - COOPER RD LAND! Douglas-Mount Daniels Lot #2-2.5 Acres of flat land that abuts Douglas State Forest $132,900 ATTENTION DEVELOPERS ON DEPOSIT ON DEPOSIT Webster Lake - 22 South Point Rd. Waterfront, Southern exposure! Town Water & Sewer $239,000 There is No Place Like Home ~ especially when it is a beautiful newly constructed Pristine Colonial on 2.54 Acres in Historic Woodstock! 3 BR, AN AFFORDABLE LIVING OPPORTUNITY PRESENTS ITSELF! This home! This split level style home has an attractive modern flare! You’ll be 2-1/2 Baths. This Home is a Must See! Peaceful Country Set- Attention Developers! 3 abutting house lots, delighted with the natural light that will brighten the interior of this home! Open 20 Unit Condo Complex is tucked away at the very end of Eastern Ave, floor plan, cathedral ceilings! Granite counters, center island & dining rm w/ ting! Vaulted Ceiling Family Room w/Built ins, Cherry Cabinets, Killingly - 37 Katherine Ave River Frontage 2/3rds fenced in & private, Easily accessible I395,! There’s a lot to love about potential to divide into 5-6 Buildable lots! sliders! Master BR, private master full bath w/extra wide shower & walk in closet, Sunken Dining Rm, Cathedral Mstr! Hdwd & Tile Flrs! Potential acre. Town Water & Sewer $55,000 Webster! Unit 34 A is an 1,037 SF+/- END UNIT. Large living room Lake Residential area, not on the lake. plus 2 spacious BRs & a full hallway bath. 24’ lower Level family room, half bath for Home Office, Teen/ In-law Suite, Craft Rm or Media/Game w/picture window, an eat-in kitchen, access to rear deck, 2 spacious Priced to Sell! $129,400. w/laundry hookups & utility closet, two car garage! Central AC. $309,900. Rm. Resurfaced Driveway $399,000.00 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, full basement! NEW PRICE $159,900 On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg

WEBSTER LAKE - 118 POINT BREEZE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 54 KILLDEER RD WEBSTER LAKE – 32 JACKSON RD Excellent Opportunity to Finally Own Your Own Webster Lake Waterfront Property! Prime Loca- AN INTRIGUING OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN EXTREMELY tion, 5,697+/- SF Lot, 50’ Rd & Water Frontage at UNIQUE 3.32 ACRE WEBSTER LAKE WATERFRONT PROP- a Great Price! Contemporary Ranch offers 996+/- SORRY, SOLD! ERTY! Charming, year-round, 2 BR, 2 bath Ranch, located at the Southern most end of Webster Lake’s South Pond SF of living area w/2 BRs & 2 full baths. Plus, KILLDEER ISLAND! A RARE OPPORTUNITY ON WEBSTER LAKE! convenient, indoor access to Walkout Lower Level ABSOLUTELY THE WATERFRONT PROPERTY YOU’VE BEEN beyond Cedar Island! Extremely private w/direct Lake ac- WAITING/LOOKING FOR! 2.45+/- Acres! 345’+/- road front, 336/384’+/- cess. The home offers a full finished LL w/walkout access, a ON DEPOSIT w/tremendous potential for additional living area. depth, 275’+/- Lakefront! Mature landscape provides unprecedented privacy, screened-in 18x20 patio,18x26 det’d garage & 8x8 stor- Main level features Open Floor Plan w/sliders to & a friendly level lot at water’s edge ~ like very few waterfront properties! The 3700 SF+/- Mid-Century Modern Home is unique w/massive modern windows age shed. Park like grounds! New Price $375,000 full front deck! Spectacular Westerly views across Middle Pond! Additional land & shore front- 180 panoramic views across the lake to stunning Western sunsets. 5 spacious BRs that overlook the rooms below. A 30x32+/- det’d garage w/summer kitchen, age available. NEW PRICE $299,900 1/2 bath Family owned gem for 60+years! $1,495,000 4 • Friday, August 23, 2019 Blackstone Valley Tribune

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Public Auction • TUESDAY, AUGUST 27th at 11:00 A.M. Open House Directory MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE R • SOUTHBRIDGE • (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse ± 6,500 S/F E (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult Community 2-LEVEL (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment (W) Waterfront RETAIL FARM STAND BULDING A ON + 2 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESS STYLE TIME PRICE REALTOR/SELLER/PHONE 993 North Woodstock Road SOUTHBRIDGE, MA To be Sold on the Premises L THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 SPENCER LAND: • ± 2 Acres • ± 300’ Frontage on North Woodstock Road • Private Well & Septic • Zoning: Residential 1-R1 • Tax Map Reference: Map 138, 24 Bay Path Rd S 5:30-7pm $279,500 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 Block 1-D, Lot 1 IMPROVEMENTS: • 2-Level Retail Farm Stand • 24’ x 40’ Attached SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 Greenhouse • Garage w/ Loading Docks • Main Level Storage Area • Storage E THOMPSON, CT Area (Lower Level) • (5) 25’ x 95’ Tunnel-Style Greenhouses • ±1,440 S/F 223 Stawicki Rd S 12:30-2 $256,900 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 Retail Area • ±2,264 S/F Storage Area • ±2,880 S/F of Lower Level Storage • Clapboard & Vinyl Siding • Attic • Two Car Detached Garage S Sale Per Order of Mortgagee SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 Attorney Benjamin M. Coyle Of the Firm of Bacon Wilson, P.C., 33 State Street, Springfield, MA T SPENCER Attorney for Mortgagee 24 Bay Path Rd S 12-2pm $279,900 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 Terms of Sale: $10,000.00 Deposit Cash or Certified Funds. Deposit to be Increased 10% of the Purchase Price within N. WOODSTOCK Five Business Days of the Auction • 5% Buyer’s Premium Applies. A Other Terms to be Announced at Time of Sale. 657 Brick Yard Rd S 12-1:30 $244,900 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 West Springfield, MA THOMPSON, CT Philadelphia, PA T 223 Stawicki Rd S 12:30-2 $256,500 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 413-733-5238 • 610-853-6655 TOLL FREE WEBSTER 1-877-POSNIK-1 (767-6451) E 80 Sutton Rd S 12:30-2 $327,900 Re/Max professional Associates/ Patrick Sweeney 774-452-3578 MA Auc. Lic. #161 • PA Auc. 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B­ lackstone Valley Tribune Friday, August 23, 2019 • 5 LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF MASSACHUSETTS NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED Guardian of a Minor In accordance with the provisions LAND COURT PARTIES In the interests of of M.G.L. Ch 40A, Section 11, and DEPARTMENT OF 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Ashlyn Brooks Chapter 173, Section 48 of the THE TRIAL COURT Petition for Appointment of Guardian of of Northbridge, MA Northbridge Zoning By-laws, the Docket Number: 19 SM 003697 a Minor filed on 08/05/2019 by Minor Northbridge Zoning Board of Appeals ORDER OF NOTICE Michele A. Brooks of Douglas, MA will NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED will hold a public hearing on Thursday, TO: be held 09/04/2019 PARTIES September 12, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. The Heirs, Devisees and Legal Rep- 08:30 AM Guardianship of a Minor 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a at the Aldrich School Town Hall resentatives of the Estate of Paul N. Hearing Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Annex, 14 Hill St., Whitinsville, MA Gallagher Located Courtroom 1, Probate and a Minor filed on 08/05/2019 by to consider the petition of Northbridge Jacob P. Gallagher Family Court, 225 Main Street, Michele A. Brooks of Douglas, MA will McQuade, LLC. and to all persons entitled to the benefit Worcester, MA 01608 be held 09/04/2019 regarding land on McQuade’s Lane, of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 2. Response to Petition: You may 08:30 AM Guardianship of a Minor Northbridge, MA 01534 for approval 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): respond by filing a written response to Hearing of the development of a solar power Bayview Loan Servicing LLC the Petition or by appearing in person Located Courtroom 1, Probate and facility on a parcel of land that is zoned claiming to have an interest in a mort- at the hearing. If you choose to file a Family Court, 225 Main Street, both Industrial & Residential which gage covering real property in North- written response, you need to: Worcester, MA 01608 does not have the required frontage, bridge (Linwood), numbered 359 Union File the original with the Court; and 2. Response to Petition: You may only has access on a residential street Street, Mail a copy to all interested parties respond by filing a written response to known as McQuade’s Lane, and even given by at least five (5) business days before the Petition or by appearing in person though a large scale solar energy Paul N. Gallagher to JPMorgan Chase the hearing. at the hearing. If you choose to file a facility is an allowed use in an Industrial Bank, N.A., dated January 26, 2011, 3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor written response, you need to: District But not in a Residential District and recorded in the Worcester County (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has File the original with the Court; and under the Town of Northbridge Zoning (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds the right to request that counsel be ap- Mail a copy to all interested parties By-laws. This matter comes before the in Book 47165, Page 345, and now pointed for the minor. at least five (5) business days before Board as a result of a remand order of held by plaintiff by assignment, 4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a the hearing. the Land Court dated July 17, 2019, has/have filed with this court -a com parent of the minor child who is the 3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor in the case of Northbridge McQuade, plaint for determination of Defendant’s/ subject of this proceeding you have a (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has LLC V. Northbridge Zoning Board of Defendants’ Servicemembers status. right to be represented by an attorney. the right to request that counsel be ap- Appeals, Case No. 18 MISC 000519, If you now are, or recently have been, If you want an attorney and cannot af- pointed for the minor. which concerns the plaintiffs appeal in the active military service of the Unit- ford to pay for one and if you give proof 4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a from a decision of the Board filed with ed States of America, then you may be that you are indigent, an attorney will parent of the minor child who is the the Town Clerk on September 17, entitled to the benefits of the Service- be assigned to you. Your request for an subject of this proceeding you have a 2018 which denied a request for a members Civil Relief Act. If you object attorney should be made immediately right to be represented by an attorney. variance from the stated frontage and to a foreclosure of the above-men- by filling out the Application of Appoint- If you want an attorney and cannot af- use restrictions. In that case, the land tioned property on that basis, then ment of Counsel form. Submit the ap- ford to pay for one and if you give proof court ruled that the restrictions against you or your attorney must file a written plication form in person or by mail at that you are indigent, an attorney will use variances contained in the Zoning appearance and answer in this court the court location where your case is be assigned to you. Your request for an Bylaws do not prevent an application at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, going to be heard. attorney should be made immediately for approval of solar energy facility MA 02108 on or before September 30, 5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: by filling out the Application of Appoint- because such a facility is subject to 2019 A minor over age 14 has the right to ment of Counsel form. Submit the ap- the use protection provisions for solar or you may lose the opportunity to chal- be present at any hearing, unless the plication form in person or by mail at energy systems in section 3 of the lenge the foreclosure on the ground of Court finds that it is not in the minor’s the court location where your case is state Zoning Act, Chapter 40A of the noncompliance with the Act. best interests. going to be heard. General Laws. The property, shown Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Jus- THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An import- 5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: on Assessor’s Map 25 as Parcel 44 is tice of this Court on August 15, 2019 ant court proceeding that may affect A minor over age 14 has the right to located in the Residential -2 & Industrial Attest: your rights has been scheduled. If you be present at any hearing, unless the -1 Zoning districts. Deborah J. Patterson do not understand this notice or other Court finds that it is not in the minor’s The purpose of this hearing is to provide Recorder court papers, please contact an attor- best interests. an opportunity for public comment. August 23, 2019 ney for legal advice. THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An import- Anyone wishing to be heard regarding Date: August 16, 2019 ant court proceeding that may affect this matter should attend said meeting Commonwealth of Massachusetts Stephanie K. Fattman your rights has been scheduled. If you at the time and place designated. The Trial Court Register of Probate do not understand this notice or other Copies of the original petition and Probate and Family Court August 23, 2019 court papers, please contact an attor- the remand order are available for Worcester Probate and Family ney for legal advice. review at the office of the Town Clerk Court Date: August 16, 2019 and Zoning Board of Appeals Office 225 Main Street Commonwealth of Massachusetts Stephanie K. Fattman and may be reviewed during normal Worcester, MA 01608 The Trial Court Register of Probate business hours. Docket No. WO19P2577GD Probate and Family Court August 23, 2019 Thomas Hansson, Chairman NOTICE AND ORDER: Worcester Probate and Family Northbridge Zoning Board of Appeals Petition for Appointment of Court August 16, 2019 Guardian of a Minor 225 Main Street August 23, 2019 In the interests of Worcester, MA 01608 Ethan Brooks Docket No. WO19P2578GD (SEAL) of Northbridge, MA NOTICE AND ORDER: COMMONWEALTH Minor Petition for Appointment of

Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings more. This is probably the Biggest and Best SEPTEMBER 12-14 Masonic Children’s Charity Roast in the New England; you don’t want to KLEM’S miss it. For tickets call Larry 508-867-7855 or ORIGINAL SEWING & QUILT EXPO 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA Paul at 867-7272 or ask a member. Auburn Sewing Center will be 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) at the DCU Center. www.klemsonline.com Classroom machines on sale. Stop by their Brother & THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 Janome booth for make-it, take-it projects. Classes and FARMER’S DINNER demonstrations 9am-5pm From our gardens to your plate. Featuring local 50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608 pasture raised chicken. Advanced tickets required SUNDAYS THIS SUMMER www.dcucenter.com Salem Cross Inn with live music from 2-5 on the patio SPENCER STREET PARTY 11-6 308 Lakeside 260 West Main St., W. Brookfield, MA 508- FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 867-2345 salemcrossinn.com Downtown Spencer 308 East Main Street Music & Live Performers, Activities & MURDER MYSTERY East Brookfield, MA 01515 FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 Demonstrations DINNER 774-449-8333 Food & Beverages, Artists, Crafters, Local An interactive dinner DAN FEELEY Businesses and non-profits, Beer Garden… and theater MARIACHI BAND from 7-10 in the bar more The Fashionable First Thursday of the month 308 Lakeside Murders. 6:30 pm 5-8 p.m. 308 East Main Street SATURDAY IN THE PARK Join us for a laugh-filled MEXICALI MEXICAN East Brookfield, MA 01515 Noon to 5, Powder Mill Park, Spencer, MA night, a great dinner, GRILL 774-449-8333 Corner of Smithville Road & Meadow Street and a mystery we need Webster location A FREE Fun Day of Music for the Entire Family 41 Worcester Rd., Webster, SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 help solving. with a 2:30 performance by the Silverbacks and Advance ticket sales required MA 11am-6pm Chuck & Mud, Walter Crockett & Peter Allard salemcrossinn.com or call 508-867-2345. 260 508-461-5070 Open House & Fall Registration Hot dogs, ice cream, popcorn, beverages avail- West Main Street Live dances, free mini trial classes, fun & games, able West Brookfield, MA 01585 TRIVIA SATURDAY NIGHTS free give-aways, meet the teachers, check out the Five Loaves Bakery food truck, faceprinting and 7:00 p.m. register 7:30 p.m. start up studio. Also register August 27 and September more SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB 4th 6-8 pm at the studio or call/email to register Sponsored by the Spencer Exchange Club 325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA MURDER MYSTERY DINNER at anytime. Classes begin Sept. 9 508-892-9822 An interactive dinner theater Dance Techniques FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 The Fashionable Murders. 6:30 pm 62 Wall St., Spencer, MA 01562 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY NIGHT LIAM COLEMAN Join us for a laugh-filled night, a great dinner, 508-885-4559\ HEXMARK TAVERN from 7-10 in the bar and a mystery we need help solving. Advance AT SALEM CROSS INN 308 Lakeside ticket sales required 260 West Main St., W. Brookfield, MA 508- 308 East Main Street salemcrossinn.com or call 508-867-2345. 260 867-2345 salemcrossinn.com East Brookfield, MA 01515 West Main Street 774-449-8333 West Brookfield, MA 01585 THE CENTRAL MA CHAPTER OF TROUT UNLIMITED SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 meets the first Monday of every month from THE ISLAND CASTAWAY BAND MURDER MYSTERY DINNER September through May. We discuss a variety of at 9 pm An interactive dinner theater conservation pro- 308 Lakeside The Fashionable Murders 6:30 pm grams to improve 308 East Main Street Join us for a laugh-filled night, a great dinner, the local cold water East Brookfield, MA 01515 and a mystery we need help solving. Advance fisheries, local fish- ing opportunities. 774-449-8333 ticket sales required SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 salemcrossinn.com or call 508-867-2345. 260 Our annual High West Main Street School Fly Fishing 12TH ANNUAL DROVER’S ROAST SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 West Brookfield, MA 01585 Championship at The North Brookfield Sportsmen’s Club. It FARMERS DINNER (open to all MA will be preceded by an Edible Plant Walk at From our gardens to your plate. Featuring Salem ONGOING high school stu- 2:45 donation is $5. Led by Richard Giordano Cross Farm Pasture raised beef dents) And our (recently retired from Old Sturbridge Village) Advanced tickets required. JUNE THROUGH AUGUST annual fund raising Hay Rides at 4 pm. Country music, Raffles, Salem Cross Inn 5 p.m. banquet. 50 - 50 drawing and more. Donation of $25. for 260 West Main St., W. Brookfield, MA WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISING Auburn Sportsman’s Club adults, children 12 and under 1/2 Price. Roast 508-867-2345 salemcrossinn.com FOR CHARITY CAR SHOW AT KLEM’S 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA Beef cooked on a spit, Seafood chowder, Clam All makes and models.Proceeds benefit the and Corn Fritters, Home made deserts and much

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Home TownTToown Service, 265 FUEL/WOOD OXFORD, MA own-to-TT own BIG TIME RESULRESULTSLTSTS 300 HELP WANTED FireWOOD: Cut, Split & Deliv- FOR RENT ered. Green Wood Lots Wanted. Call Paul (508) 769- 2 Bedroom Newer Half Duplex. 2351 310 GENERAL HELP CLASSIFIEDS Place y o u r a d t o d a y ! Residential Neighborhood. WANTED

 
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Generous Reim- IMPROVEMENT Reflecting 6.2 Everywhere Misc items. 508-234-7252 $300.00 for ALL Call 100 GENERAL bursement. $1000 Sign-On Speakers 4 Speakers 2 Left 1-508-347-3145 Please call us so that we Bonus. Call For Details. FUrNiTUre DOCTOr: Have CAPE COD and 2 Right Asking $80.00 FUrNiTUre FOr SaLe can take your ad Devereux Therapeutic Fos- your furniture Professionally 107 MISC. FREE DENNISPORT Each Call 1-508-347-3145 Ladies bureau w/ extra large out of the paper... ter Care. (508)829-6769 restored at reasonable rates. Furniture face lifting, painting, Clean 2 bedroom mirror, man’s bureau, queen Free construction wood and Bunn My Cafe single cup Town-To-Town striping to Refinishing, caning and size bed, 2 twin beds, 2 Lazy- kindling wood; beams, ply- Cottage brewer $75 Oak bookcase repairs. ANTIquE DOCTOR, Boy chairs, excellent condition. wood, 2x4x, 2x6s, 2x8s, good 3”x3” 3 shelves $50 508 Classifieds Daniel Ross (508) 248-9225 or Best offer. Can be seen at The TRAC VAC for woodstoves, not for building. Cable TV, Wifi, 320-7230 (860)382-5410. 30 years in Old Cider Mill, Route 9, West Model 385-IC/385LH Clean. Delivery possible. Ask for 508-909-4111 Close to Beaches, Golf, business! COFFee & TWO eND Ta- Brookfield or call 774-232-9382. Used Once J.D. 413-262-5082 Bike Trail, Shopping, BLeS- Cherry finish w/glass Best Offer LOST CaT Restaurants and Orange and white tops. Very good condition. GENERAC GP500 Gasoline Amusements Last seen on Pine St. $125 Call 508-735-2560 Generator-Unboxed, never 500 REAL ESTATE Sorry, No Pets BEAR CAT Douglas. If found please call used. Original manual + war- (508)476-2725 ranty card. Provides 5500 VAC-N-CHIP PRO 130 YARD SALES 325 PROFESSIONAL Couch, 84 inches long. Dark 505 APARTMENTS FOR Large Private Lot, red fabric with pillows, good con- watt power supply. Asking & VAC PRO CLeaNiNG OUT HELP WANTED Great for Children! $575. 203-209-6418 EED RENT dition. $150. 508-410-5167 Models 72085, 72285, MOM’S HOUSe 287 F ************ Genuine cedar chest and cedar $700.00 A Week HOMe SeWiNG 72295 NiCe 3 BeDrOOM FLaT closet, real crystal gassware BaSeD iN North Brook- S U P P L i e S Used Twice FOr reNT 508-280-8331 CUB CaDeT SNOWBLOWer. ( c . 1 9 4 5 ) , HaY FOr SaLe - $4 a bale field: Home Every Night. 13hp Tecumseh OHV. 45 in. including a large assortment of Best Offer in Dudley. Near Nichols [email protected] furniture, house wares, toys, and off wagon (pick up only), cash Class A Driver And/Or Gen- width, trigger steering, 6 FRWD, 2 fabrics in both prints and solids College, quiet residential neigh- CALL much more. 508-826-3312 eral Mechanic For 18-Wheel REV, new condition. Hardly used! to choose from. Also includes b o r h o o d . (508)765-5763 SaTUrDaY, aUGUST 24 Trailer Trucks $1,600.00. 508-347-3775 choices of a variety of laces, Garage. $1,600 includes 8aM-4PM ****************** ACATION trims, sequins and beads etc. TO SEE COME TO ANTED TO UY oil heat and water. Please call 576 V 10 NeWMaN aVe. 298 W B Contact H.R. Salem Trans- DUCK STaMP RW#1.$150. Please call 22 TAFT ST. 2ND FLR (508)989-2226 RESOURCES got stamps?. Call Ron 413-896- (OFF OF CHarLTON ST.) port, LLC.(508) 867-3235 413-436-5073. SOUTHBRIDGE, MA SOUTHBriDGe, Ma Lee’S COiNS & 3324 stamps wanted. 546 CEMETERY LOTS LeTTer PreSS COMMer- JeWeLrY TiMeSHare FOr SaLe full- DUCK STaMP RW#1.$150. CiaL PriNTiNG eQUiPMeNT **************** $ BUY & SeLL $ aLL flex week at The Manhattan got stamps?. Call Ron 413-896- Transport chair, Excel Deluxe DeaDLiNe FOr GOLD & SiLVer iTeMS DOUBLE LOT at waldron- - all together, poster press 400 SERVICES cemetetery in Dudley. $700. Club in New York located 3324 stamps wanted. 14”x22”, job press 10”x15”, Sey- by Medline 19” seat, up to 300 YarD SaLe Specializing in NUMiS- across from Carnegie Hall. lbs. used once. 508-637-1304 508-341-7873 eNTerTaiNMeNT bold paper cutter (extra blade) SUBMiSSiONS iS MaTiC COiNS, Bullion Great buy; illness forces this CeNTer 25”x36”, wooden type cabinet, NOON MONDaY items, gold & silver of Worcester County Memorial sale. Asking $7,000. For details 3 Pieces Each 6 ft 2 inches Tall 12 draws of type, 1 lead cutting- TreeS/FieLDSTONe: FOr aLL any form! qualified with 442 LICENSED DAY Park Garden of Valor, Paxton 508-248-5123 saw, hand tool equipment, 2 over 30 years experience 31 Inches Wide Trees- Evergreens, Excellent MaSS. WeeKLY CARE Mass. 2 lots for sale. $3,000 or Adjustable shelves for TV’s ect.. steel draw cabinets. (will not sell Privacy Border. Hemlocks- PaPerS & a following of many sat- best offer for both lots. (valued at Cabinets for storage separately) $5,000. 508-764- Spruces-Pines (3’-4’ Tall) 5 for isfied customers. We also $8,500) Call 508-892-9843 4458 Deadline subject to Asking $150.00 for All $99. Colorado Blue Spruce change due to holidays sell a nice selection of fine ************************* Call 1-508-347-3145 (18”-22” Tall) 10 for $99. New Call for more info jewelry, antiques & col- The Commonwealth of FOr SaLe England Fieldstone ******************** lectibles. Bring in your Massachusetts Office of Child 1995 Cadilac Fleetwood Round/Flat, Excellent Retaining items & see what they’re Care Services requires that all WOrCeSTer COUNTY Wallstone. $25/Ton worth. You won’t leave ads placed in the newspaper for MeMOriaL ParK, Garden of brougham Florida car. Needs What’s On water pump and AC compres- QUeeN SiZe BeDrOOM (508) 278-5762 Evening disappointed. Honesty child care (daycare) in your Valor, Paxton, Mass. 2 lots for SeT dark cherry, includes bed 200 GEN. BUSINESS home include your license num- sale, $2000 for both lots. Call Your Mind? sor. $1000 TRUCK CAP: fits newer and fairness are our best We’d Like Call if interested frame, headboard, 2 bureaus, Dodge Trucks. 6.6 Bed size policies! Lee’s Coins & ber Alan at 508-885-4381 to Know. 508-789-8230 one end table $500. Also lighter Removable front window, Jewelry, 239 West Main oval table with leaf and 4 cush- 205 BOATS FOr SaLe screens, side windows that Street, East Brookfield Email us your ion chairs, solid wood. $200. open, rugged inside, Lights MirrOCraFT 12 FOOT”V” (Route 9 - Panda Garden 448 FURNITURE thoughts to: Brand new8ft Leers Cap. Fits a 508-885-2262. 550 MOBILE HOMES 8ft bed for 2016 inside. Excellent cond. RED BOTTOM. 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