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SPORTS ECR-WSS Baseball LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER finishes regular season Page 11 Dedicated to Improving the Quality of Life in the Communities We Serve A TURLEY PUBLICATION ❙ www.turley.comTIMESJUNE 24, 2021 www.wilbrahamhampdentimes.turley.com Rick’s Place carries on under new Executive Director By Dalton Zbierski sole parent to three children. She Editor was soon after drawn to Rick’s Place, becoming Program Direc- WILBRAHAM – When tor in 2016. tragedy strikes, and a loved one “I realized my life experi- passes away, there is ence and my educational no “how to” manual for background really had grieving. The impact of this place calling out a substantial loss can be to me as a place where felt in many ways, and I can be of support to the process of mourn- families because I do ing is unique to each know what it’s like to individual. be in their shoes,” said Rick’s Place, a Ross. non-profit located in Rick’s Place pro- Wilbraham at 85 Post vides grieving individu- als with facilitated sup- Office Park #8521, spe- Therese Ross cializes in providing port groups, enabling comfort to grieving children and them to remember lost their families. Its services are loved ones without feeling iso- free of charge. lated. Most importantly, Rick’s Named for Rick Thorpe, a Place offers caring and compas- husband and father with Wilbra- sionate support. ham roots who died in the 9/11 “When families come to us terrorist attacks, Rick’s Place and know so many of our volun- offers grief support services for teers have had histories of per- families who are adjusting to life sonal loss, it’s a real comfort to in the absence of a loved one. know they’re not the only ones. Recently, Therese Ross, a For kids, especially, to look former teacher and early child- around and see that there are hood director, took over as Ex- other families who have had a Rick’s Place photos submitted by Rick’s Place ecutive Director of Rick’s Place. death in the family, and they’re Rick’s Place in Wilbraham specializes in offering support to children and families who are grieving the In 2015, Ross lost her hus- loss of a loved one. band to cancer and became the Please see RICK’S, page 5

Thrive After 55, broadcast Vendors, residents unite at craft fair By Dalton Zbierski scheduled for June 25 Editor

By Dalton Zbierski Preparation ahead of the 2021 WILBRAHAM – On June Editor edition began long before Gov. 19, 36 vendors from across the Charlie Baker rescinded most region traveled to 500 Main St. SPRINGFIELD – Making COVID-19 restrictions, and the to partake in the Wilbraham the most of everyday life is the decision was made to broadcast United Church Outdoor Arts and focus of “Thrive After 55,” a virtually. Craft Fair. television program that will air June 15 will mark the sec- By all accounts, the much-an- on WWLP-22 News and The ond time in as many years ticipated event was a success. CW Springfield on Friday at 11 that Lesser has partnered with “We had good weather, good a.m. WWLP-22’s Mass Appeal, an foot traffic and it looks like the State Sen. Eric Lesser of the hour-long lifestyle program vendors did well. I love that First Hampden and Hampshire that airs every Monday through when you’re driving down Main District will host the annual Friday at 11 a.m. Street, you see this active com- event on June 25, which is to While the event won’t be munity event happening. This be held virtually for the second in person, the knowledge that is an all-day event that brings Karen Rougeau, owner of K’s Kreations Handcrafted Goods, traveled consecutive year. it will present is more perti- people into our community and Geared towards seniors, nent than ever before. Lesser to Wilbraham from the Berkshires to participate in the Wilbraham brings us out into the communi- United Church Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19. the broadcast will include in- described “Thrive After 55” as ty,” said organizer Deb Trible. terviews and segments on being a “community effort,” The June 19 craft fair marked mental health, nutrition, arts one that will touch on a range the first time that the church held and culture, mindfulness and of material. such an event outdoors. Many of movement. The program will “It’s a mix of more serious the vendors who were present feature live interviews, with topics, a mix of lighter topics, traditionally participate in the guests ranging from Massachu- but the theme this year is defi- church’s Holly Fair, which was setts Attorney General Maura nitely about rejuvenation and cancelled last December due to Healey to Master Yoga Instruc- revitalization,” said Lesser. the COVID-19 pandemic. tor Sheila Magalhaes. “For me, it’s one of the high- Beyond an array of unique “This has been an unprec- lights of the year. It’s fun for handcrafted goods, the craft fair edented year and a time like us because these are the orga- included a café and bake sale no other to say the least, but nizations and people we work that offered attendees hot dogs, it’s been especially hard on se- with all year long so the ability burgers, chips, popcorn and niors,” said Lesser. “The virus to showcase them and partner chocolate chip cookies. itself really targeted, in many with them is really great.” Karen Rougeau, owner of K’s respects, our senior population. In addition to Healey, who Kreations Handcrafted Goods, The isolation that came with will present on cybercrimes, and traveled to Wilbraham from the the pandemic has had a dra- Magalhaes, owner of Heartsong Dee Gore, a candle maker, was one of many Wilbraham crafters who Berkshires. Rougeau was im- participated in the June 19 craft fair at 500 Main St. matic effect in terms of mental Yoga in East Longmeadow, the pressed by the event’s layout and health.” program will feature Michael liveliness. I’ve done craft fairs down here, Rougeau, adding that, “people The program has tradition- Bobbitt, Executive Director “Being in the Berkshires is a ally occurred on the campus of the Massachusetts Cultural people have been very friendly, need this for mental health.” small community. There’s more very nice and they purchase. It’s of Springfield College in front people here, and every time of more than 1,000 spectators. Please see THRIVE, page 4 top notch; no complaints,” said Please see CRAFT, page 7 Page 2 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES June 24, 2021 NEWS ABOUT TOWN Hampden to launch Fiber Optic Real Living Realty Professionals Committee to host fundraising event By Dalton Zbierski of establishing the “working group” but committed to MHA as a sponsor of the brought clarity to a misconception that Editor Live Concert to Featuring nonprofit’s 2021 Wellness Classic Golf he’s heard throughout town. Flynn ad- Tournament. “We are hoping to raise an dressed a contingent of residents, who are Frank Manzi on June 30th HAMPDEN – The town of Hampden additional $5,000 through this commu- advocating for the town to switch from is in the process of creating a Fiber Op- Outdoors at Wilbraham nity live music event,” said Kimberley Charter to Comcast. tic Committee to pursue the feasibility of A. Lee, VP Resource Development & “We’re looking to change to a differ- Country Club offering residents access to high-speed Branding for MHA. “After a year with- ent technology that would provide a bet- internet. out live music, this is a great opportu- ter service,” said Flynn. “This is a whole WILBRAHAM – Chester, Amal and Fiber-optic internet is a broadband nity to enjoy Frank Manzi outdoors in different dynamic. Changing from cable Anthony Ardolino of Real Living Realty connection that can reach speeds of 1,000 a beautiful setting while supporting the to cable; that was never going to be an Professionals are sponsoring an outdoor Megabits per second, with minimal lag good work of the Mental Health Asso- option because we’ll never get Comcast live music event at Wilbraham Coun- time, using fiber-optic cable that can try Club on Wednesday June 30th from ciation.” transmit data at approximately 70% the to take over the Charter network and buy 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Local music leg- About MHA: speed of light. them out.” end Frank Manzi will perform and light What We Do MHA (Mental Health Fiber-optic cables are also less sus- While switching cable providers is not fare will be served. Tickets are $25 per Association) helps people live their best ceptible to severe weather conditions, in a viable option, Flynn still anticipates that person and can be purchased at the door life. We provide access to therapies for comparison to traditional cables, helping bringing fiber-optic internet to Hampden or by visiting www.mhainc.org/donate. emotional health and wellness; services to reduce outages. would be an “advance.” “We know there is a great need for for substance use recovery, developmen- Several volunteers who expressed in- As the meeting progressed, Town Ad- mental health services, especially com- tal disabilities and acquired brain injury; terest in joining the committee appeared ministrator Bob Markel made it known ing out of the pandemic,” said Chester services for housing and residential pro- during the June 21 meeting of the Hamp- that he is working to produce a compre- Ardolino, Realtor. “We thought this gramming, and more. With respect, in- den Board of Selectmen. hensive list that will include term lengths event would be a great way for us to tegrity and compassion, MHA provides Among those who spoke on Monday and vacancies for all boards, committees gather, raise much needed funds and each individual served with person-driv- evening was Richard Hughes, a retired ed- and elected positions in Hampden. help a very important cause.” en programming to foster independence, ucator. 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631 CENTER ST., Route 21, Mass Tpke Exit 54 LUDLOW • 589-7071 • www.randallsfarm.net OPEN EVERY DAY 7AM – 8PM Find us on Facebook and YouTube Page 4 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES June 24, 2021 OBITUARIES Summer Reading Program Richard D. Boynton, 79 Death WILBRAHAM – After a Begins at Wilbraham Library 27-month battle with pancreatic can- WILBRAHAM – Wilbraham Public Teens: Grades 6 to 12 Notices cer, Richard “Pappy” Dean Boynton Library’s popular Summer Reading pro- Richard “Pappy” I passed away on June 2. gram is now underway. The teen Summer Reading challenge Dean Boynton Richard was born on June 5, Everyone who signs up and com- is completely online this year, including Died: June 2, 2021 1942, in Palmer to Sylvia (Kowal- pletes a reading challenge will earn registration. czyk) Boynton and Herbert Boyn- raffle tickets for the chance to win gift Read a book and write a book review ton. cards and other prizes. In addition, ev- to earn a new paperback, a coupon for a After graduating from Min- ery child and teen who completes the Pafumi’s To Go (or stay) pizza slice, and nechaug Regional High School, program will win a free book from a list a Rice Fruit Farm ice cream coupon. Wilbraham-Hampden Times Richard served for 42 years in the of popular titles. In addition, each logged book review Obituary Army, National Guard and the Air The theme this year is “Tails and will earn a raffle ticket to win prizes Force. Tales.” including gift cards (Rice Fruit Farm, Policy Among his many occupations, he worked at Quaboag The program runs through Saturday, Panera Bread, Starbucks, Amazon), an Transfer, Spec Pond in Wilbraham and Westover Air Re- Turley Publications Aug. 14. New participants can sign up Amazon Fire 7 Tablet, a Mandalorian offers two types of serve Base, where he retired in 2004. at any time. Star Wars Lego set, books and more. Up obituaries. Though he was born in Palmer, Richard spent much It’s easy to join. Participants in each to eight reviews will be accepted. of his life in Wilbraham. For many who knew him, Rich- of three categories – children, teens and One is a free, brief – Teen Services Librarian Rachel ard had an enthusiastic sense of humor and would tell adults -- can sign up online, though Hapgood Death Notice listing jokes whenever he got the chance. He enjoyed working, the name of deceased, some categories give you the option of date of death and going on his “round robins” and, more than anything signing up on paper (see below). To get Adults funeral date and place. else, his family. to the registration site, go to the library He was predeceased by his mother Sylvia Boynton, website and click on the center slide for The adult Summer Reading program The other is a Paid wife Marlene Boynton, his son Richard Dean Boynton II, Obituary, costing Tails and Tales, or go directly to https:// is back, and it’s online again this year $120, which allows and his daughter-in-law Deanna Boynton. wilbrahamlibrary.beanstack.org. using Beanstack. Adults can sign up families to publish Richard will be remembered and deeply missed by The library recommends download- online, then can log up to eight books, extended death notice his three children Daniel Boynton of Bondsville, Deanne ing the Beanstack app available wher- along with a brief review of each, and information of their Sidur and son-in-law Todd Sidur of Ware, and Natasha ever you find apps for your device and earn up to eight tickets to compete for own choice and may Boynton and her partner Daniel McCall; his grandchil- to sign up that way. If you have partici- raffle prizes. Winners will be announced include a photograph. dren Anne-Marie Teixeira and her husband Michael Teix- pated in past summer or winter reading on Tuesday, Aug. 17. Death Notices & eira, Richard Boynton, Kayla Forte and her husband Jo- programs here, log in using your already Any adult who prefers a paper read- Paid Obituaries seph Forte, Lauren Sidur, Abigayle Sidur, Megan Sidur, established account. ing log can stop by the library instead should be Melina Bourdeau, Majel Bourdeau and Seth Bourdeau; Here are particulars for each catego- submitted through a to register and obtain a log. Or create his great-grandsons Mason Teixeira and Brody Forte. ry. your own and record up to eight books funeral home to: He also leaves behind many loved ones (especially [email protected]. read along with a brief review of each. those who call him “Grampy”). Children: Pre-School to Paper reading logs must be returned to Exceptions will be made In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wil- only when the family Entering 5th Grade the library by Saturday, Aug. 14, so that provides a death certificate braham Senior Center, 45B Post Office Park Wilbraham, everyone who participates can be con- and must be pre-paid. MA 01095. Sign up online or in the library on sidered for the prizes. paper. If online, please use one family – Adult Services Librarian member’s email to sign up everyone. Caroline Welch You cannot use the same email twice. THRIVE from page 1 all people will need to do is watch TV. You don’t have to finagle with Zoom or get After registering, pick up your log- “Tails and Tales” Statewide Sum- Council, Jennifer Fields, Asst. Professor web access. You don’t have to use Skype; book in the Children’s Department. mer Library Program is sponsored by of Exercise Science at Springfield Col- you don’t have to use Google Meet. You To earn prizes, kids must read - or the Massachusetts Library System, the lege, and John Roberson, Vice President can just turn on your TV and watch,” be read to - for 20 minutes a day for 21 Boston Bruins, the Massachusetts Board of the Children and Families Center for said Lesser, who encourages children and days. A parent or guardian needs to ini- of Library Commissioners, and the In- Human Resources. grandchildren to tune in and learn how to tial the completed log and return it to the stitute of Museum and Library Services, The program can be streamed on Less- better support their loved ones. library starting Monday, Aug. 2. with support from the National Wom- er’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pag- Next year, Lesser is highly confident Finishers will receive a free, new en’s Hockey League team Boston Pride. es, but the television broadcast is expected that the event will occur in-person, as it paperback book, a Rice Fruit Farm ice Wilbraham Public Library would to reach the largest audience. has in past years. This year, residents can cream cone coupon, a Texas Roadhouse also like to thank Wilbraham Friends Lesser emphasized the need to pres- expect an exciting virtual program that kid’s meal coupon, a coloring sheet, and of the Library, CSLP, One Book One ent the program in a manner that makes it tackles subject matter that is relevant to prizes from our treasure chest. In addi- Community, Pathways for Parents, Pa- easily accessible to individuals of all age everyone. tion, each finisher will be automatical- fumi’s To Go (or stay), Rice Fruit Farm, demographics. For more information, one can visit ly entered into our raffles for gift cards. Texas Roadhouse, LUSO Federal Cred- “This will be on [WWLP-22 News] so senatorlesser.com/thrive. Winners will be announced starting it Union, and community members for Aug. 17. making this important program possible. – Children’s Librarian Heidi Kane

SympathyCustom & Floral Traditional Arrangements Designs Randalls Farm & Greenhouse 631 Center Street, Ludlow 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts thanks community for cookie support HOLYOKE (June 16, 2021) – Thanks to girl ingenu- ity and perseverance, Girl Scouts of Central and West- ern Massachusetts, does not have millions of unsold Girl Scout Cookies. Thanks to consumer’s generosity and appetite for “I am with you always.” Thin Mints, Samoas, etc., Girl Scouts of Central and Pilgrims of all faiths, generations and cultures are invited to join our Celebration of the Western Massachusetts met this year’s cookie goals. 134th Novena to St. Anne beginning Sunday, July 18, 2021 culminating on Monday, July 26, 2021. Thanks to our local community’s bigheartedness, Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts donated a A variety of speakers and music ministries (African, Hispanic, Vietnamese and others) will enhance or liturgies. record 10,000+ boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to Barnes Air National Guard and USO Pioneer Valley this year and another 10,000+ boxes to local Girl Scouts to distribute to first responders and food banks in their communities. Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts wishes to thank all those who have called and sent emails offering to help with a Girl Scout cookie surplus. The outpouring of support for the cookie program has been overwhelming. A donation-only site has been launched to support the Girl Scout Movement after an unprece- dented year. Please visit digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/ St. Anne Shrine Sturbridge (Fiskdale), MA 01518 scout/girlscouts2021 if you want to support the cookie For more information call 508-347-7338 or visit our website www.stannestpatrickparish.com program and donate cookies to first responders, food Our gift shop will be open extended hours for your convenience banks, and other worthy causes. June 24, 2021 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 5 Hampden DA’s Clergy Sexual Wilbraham Knights Abuse Hotline (413) 800-2958 award scholarships SPRINGFIELD – In early 2019, to come forward and speak to their past Hampden District Attorney Antho- suffering, but these allegations should be ny D. Gulluni established an anonymous reviewed by law enforcement, no matter clergy abuse hotline for anyone wish- their age or status. We want to hear from ing to report abuse. Survivors of clergy you and we want to help.” abuse, or any survivor of sex abuse, are Since the hotline’s launch, detectives encouraged to call. No matter the age of from the Massachusetts State Police De- the complaint or whether it was previous- tective Unit have been responding to al- ly reported, any victim of clergy sexual legations and speaking with victims. If a abuse is able to, and should, contact law victim of clergy sexual abuse wishes to enforcement directly. make a report, please contact the Massa- Hampden District Attorney Antho- chusetts State Police Detective Unit as- ny D. Gulluni stated, “We understand signed to the Hampden District Attorney’s the strength that is required for victims Office: (413) 800-2958.

Wilbraham Knights photos submitted by David Miles Jim Rooney. Fr John Connonrs.Jim Ziemba. WILBRAHAM – Traditionally, the Amelia Maz- Wilbraham Knights have solicited stu- zuca - From Min- dents from area high schools to apply nechaug Regional for one of several scholarships which who will be pursuing will be awarded by the Knights each a Civil Engineering year. program at Clark- This year, among a large number son University; Her of applicants, the following four win- school activities Var- ners have been selected by the Knights sity Softball Team, Scholarship Committee: United Nations Mod- el Congress, Student Gabrielle Bartolomei - From Min- Aelan Lisowski Athletic Congress nechaug Regional, who will be studying Board member, Care Biomedical Engineering at U-Mass Am- of Disabled Teen, Breast Cancer Aware- herst; her school activities include Stu- ness Walk member, Church activities dent Council, National Honors Society, include: Lay Scripture Reader at Mass, District Atty Young Advisory Board, Church Coffee and Rick’s Place photos submitted by Rick’s Place and Key Club, plus the American Cit- Donut Volunteer. Rick’s Place offers companionship to children suffering from the loss of a loved one. izenship Award; Her church activities The winners and include Lay Scripture Reader at Mass. their families will RICK’S from page 1 schools. It kind of goes by the wayside, Hanna Duggan - From Gateway be invited to the but it matters to kids. It always matters. Regional, will be June 15th Wilbra- all coming here and supporting one anoth- It’s important information for teachers to pursuing Elemen- ham Knights dinner er, it’s like a lifeline.” have,” said Ross. tary Education meeting in the Par- The support groups at Rick’s Place When the COVID-19 pandemic struck at Elms College; ish Center for the follow a peer support model and are led western Massachusetts last March, Rick’s Her school activ- awards presentation by trained volunteers, who are supervised Place switched over to virtual program- ities include Stu- by the Grand Knight. by the non-profit’s professional staff. All ming. Currently, the non-profit is begin- dent Government The funding for Amelia Mazzuca volunteer facilitators must complete 17 ning its transition back to in-person activ- Leader and Peer these Knights schol- hours of training that address bereave- ities. Tutor, Varsity Bas- arships is derived from the Knights of ment, child development, reflective prac- Ross said that for every one death ketball and Soccer Columbus 5K run and many local busi- tice and group curriculum planning and caused by COVID-19, approximately Captain, National nesses sponsor this race. The Knights facilitation. nine relationships are affected. She added Honor Society; Her are looking forward to holding their Prior to beginning at Rick’s Place, that in 2020, approximately 40,000 chil- church activities Hanna Duggan 2021 post-COVID 5K race on Sunday, volunteers undergo an entrance interview dren nationwide experienced the death include Altar Serv- July 25, 2021 at 9:00 AM. with the staff. Many of the volunteers who of a parent or sibling due to COVID-19; er and Master of Ceremonies for Alter For more information, check the are present at Rick’s Place study or work the statistics for 2021 have not yet been Servers. Knights Facebook page at www.face- within the mental health, social service or tallied. Aelan Lisowski - From Minnechaug book.com/knights5Krun. educational fields. Ross emphasizes the importance of Regional, who has chosen to study pub- “We also run grief support groups in raising awareness about the impact of lic communications at S.I. Newhouse area schools. We go in for six-week ses- loss. School at Syracuse Uni- sions and go in for an hour at a time and With programming that targets both versity. His school activi- meet with kids who couldn’t get to Rick’s children and caregivers, Rick’s Place of- ties include Volunteer for Place,” said Ross. “We also do profession- fers a safe space to share ideas and expe- Special Needs children, Support the local al development for school administrators rience support during a time of grieving. Recreational Swimming, businesses that support and teachers on the impact of grief on stu- While most people aren’t familiar with School Volunteer, Animal dents.” Rick’s Place, the non-profit is there when Shelter Volunteer, and or- your local newspaper. The impact of losing a loved one can most needed. ganizing clothing drive for be long lasting. 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If The Wilbraham-Hampden But pretty soon the glut will have that you come upon, since these will your soil is lean, compost can be added to richen Times is published every passed and it will be time to reno- GARDEN compete with your strawberry plants it up. While you’re at it, add a sprinkling of lime Thursday by Turley vate the patch. Sure, it will be hard for moisture and nutrients. as well; irises prefer a soil near neutral. Dig Publications, Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. work, but it’s absolutely necessary Now that your patch has been a shallow hole wide enough to fit the rhizome. Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax if you want to keep the berries renovated, it’s time to reinvigorate. Make a ridge of soil in the hole for it to sit on (413) 289-1977. coming! Add an inch or two of compost or so that its fibrous roots can hang down. The top First, get up the courage to run aged manure to the row, along with of the rhizome should be level with the soil sur- PATRICK H. 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If these are present, tiny larvae can of us in the business of growing things usually does look like a maze of thick roots, but take be crushed inside the leaf before they burrow into WEB find this part difficult. “Can’t just this one stay?” heart, the rhizomes are shallow rooted and come the rhizome. www.wilbrahamhampdentimes. Ease your guilt by giving away the extras or use out of the ground with relative ease. Start digging Roberta McQuaid graduated from the Stock- turley.com them to start another patch. \Next, get rid of any at the outer edge of the clump, lifting as you go. bridge School of Agriculture at the University of “mother” plants that are four years or older. Un- Once the entire clump is removed, rhizomes can Massachusetts. For the last 28 years, she has held fortunately, they have aged beyond their produc- be pried apart by hand. The healthiest “fans” of the position of staff horticulturalist at Old Stur- tivity. 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Now Is The Time To Build Reasons for a new A New Senior Center In Wilbraham Wilbraham Senior Editorial The Wilbraham Seniors have been very classes, line dancing and the Greater Spring- Center Policy patient for many years. They have worked field Senior Services sponsored meal pro- endless hours trying to raise funds for a new gram. Need a lot more room Letters to the editor Great for seniors to not spend all day at should be 350 words or less senior center. The time has come to fulfill Many of our Seniors have spent their in length. No unsigned or their long-awaited needs and build a new se- entire lives in Wilbraham. The Senior popu- home doing nothing. Good for their health to anonymous opinions will be nior center in Wilbraham. lation continues to grow and for years they spend time with other seniors published. We require letter The Wilbraham Senior Center was my have supported the schools, recreation, li- A bigger exercise room of our own, not writers to include his or her place of employment for almost 20 years. brary, police and fire departments. Now is the having to use a room which is not available at town of residence and home all times telephone number. We must Although I have now retired, I loved every time to support the Wilbraham Seniors and authenticate authorship pri- minute I was there. As the Activity Coordi- build them a much-needed Senior Center. Our own dining room when we need it. Not or to publication. We reserve nator I experienced the challenges firsthand It was a privilege and an honor to have having to work around the YMCA schedule the right to edit or withhold of scheduling programs and activities in a fa- served the Seniors at the Wilbraham Senior Our own kitchen, cooking when we need it any submissions deemed to cility that was too small for the senior popu- Center. 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Dozens of white tents greeted all those who arrived at the Wilbraham United Church At the Wilbraham United Church Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19, Aviva Sieber Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19. of Sieber Designs enjoyed interacting with her customers in person for the first time in 15 months.

Organizers ensured that vendors at the Wilbraham United Church Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19 could be socially- distant from each other but easily accessible to customers.

Marci Hyde traveled to Wilbraham from Enfield, CT to sell floral arrangements at the Wilbraham United Church Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19.

Thirty-six vendors partook in the Wilbraham United [L to R] Don Clements and James Martin sold shirts Church Outdoor Arts and Craft Fair on June 19. with comedic acronyms at a craft fair in Wilbraham last Saturday. Craft Fair photos taken by Dalton Zbierski Joe and Elaine Toporowski.

CRAFT from page 1 something different in every booth. We all have signatures to our work, and you can Dee Gore, owner of Wilbraham Can- enjoy that kind of experience of getting dles, represented the host town during the something that’s different,” said Sieber. June 19 craft fair. She credited organizers Marci Hyde traveled to Wilbraham for a job well done, thanked residents for from Enfield, CT to sell a variety of flo- stopping by and praised the craftmanship ral arrangements. What began as a hobby of the other vendors. quickly transformed into a business for “What makes these events most spe- Hyde, who felt at home last Saturday. cial is that everything here is handmade “You can find things you never knew by local artisans. These are your neigh- you liked, and it’s fun to browse around 18 Different All Organic Double Ground Premium Mulches bors, your friends, your family. It’s sup- and see different people’s talent,” said Pine • Spruce • Hemlock • Cedar • Red, Black & Brown Playground • Forest Blend • Topsoil • Seasoned Firewood porting local business at the most minute, Hyde. micro level,” said Gore. Wilbraham United Church does not Aviva Sieber, a fiber artist who owns plan to host another outdoor craft fair un- Sieber Designs, enjoyed being reacquaint- til next year, but one can be sure that many ed with her customers after relying exclu- will be occurring nearby in the coming sively on her online store for sales during months. the pandemic. For individuals who have never visited a craft fair, she gave ample USDA INSP. encouragement to do so. BUY DIRECT FRESH BONELESS AND SAVE $$$ “Almost 99% of the time you’re going USDA INSP. FRESH BONE-IN BEEF USDA INSP. HILLSHIRE FARMS to meet the artist and have that one-on- ASSORTED ORIGINAL & TURKEY $ 33 one experience. You’re also going to see $ 87 RIB EYE POLSKA KIELBASA 3 lb PORK LOIN CHOPS ...... 1 lb CUT $ 88 WHOLE ...... FREE OR HALF USDA INSP. USDA INSP. FRESH 8 lb $ 99 SAUERKRAUT 2 LB ...... lb PORK SIRLOIN $ 77 USDA INSP. 2 CUTLETS ...... 1 lb FRESH BONELESS USDA INSP. FRESH 10 LB BAG ¢ USDA INSP. FROZEN BEEF CHICKENDRUMSTICKS ...... 77 lb EYE ROUND USDA INSP. FROZEN PORK $ 33 $ 99 SPARE RIBS SINGLE PAK ..... 3 lb $ 83 CHICKEN LEG 1/4s 40 LB BOX 14 ea SLICED IN OUR DELI 3 lb USDA INSP. FROZEN USDA INSP SLICED IN OUR DELI $ 99 GREAT ON THE GRILL! TWIN PAK COOKED CORNED BEEF ...... 5 lb USDA INSP. $ 99 GROUND FRESH DAILY CORNISH GAME HENS ...... 1 lb 90% DIET LEAN USDA INSP. FROZEN DIMITRIA DELIGHTS GREAT ON THE GRILL $ 99 USDA INSP FRESH GROUND BEEF DANISH STRIPS 9 OZ ...... $ 29 2 ea BONELESS BEEF BRISKET ...... 4lb $ 59 5 LB BAG 90 Avocado St. USDA INSP FROZEN lb 90 Meat Outlet Springfield $ 49 4 BEEF BACK RIBS ...... 2 lb HOURS: Mon. - Wed. 8-4 413-737-1288 Thurs. 8-6 • Fri. 8-6 • Sat. 8-3 www.90meat.com USDA INSP STORE MADE ITALIAN MARINATED SALE DATES: $ 99 We reserve the right 1/2 CHICKEN ...... 1ea 6/24/21 - 6/30/21 BUY DIRECT FOR SAVINGS • SELECTION • SERVICE to limit quantities. Page 8 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES June 24, 2021 A COMMUNITY GALLERY WILBRAHAM

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Elaine King raises awareness for the need for a new Wilbraham Senior Center during a June 12 craft fair. submitted by David Miles

Ten-year-olds Christie Lang and Nicole Grabowski of Wilbraham cut 10 inches of hair at Daisy Doos & Dudes to donate to Locks of Love. They hope their donation will help children with medical hair loss. photo submitted by Tama Lang

DOGof the Month Jesse, a year-old Black Lab, is Dog of the Month. A group of excited children pose with Wilbraham Firefighters on June 12. Photo submitted by David Miles

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HAMPDEN WalterHappy Birthday turns Walter Dansereau. 90! You’re the best dad God ever created.

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Robert Fernandes recently finished reading his 1000th book, all before he reached Kindergarten

Nicholas Kennedy was at the Worchester Red Sox on Saturday June 19th with some of his friends from his U8 Wilbraham Falcons Baseball Team! The WooSox won and a great time was had by all! Photo was taken by his mom, A group of excited children pose with Wilbraham Firefighters on June 12. Photo submitted by David Miles Liliya Kennedy. photo submitted by Sean Kennedy

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WILBRAHAM – Last week, the Minnechaug Regional High School baseball team completed the regular season and enter the Western Massachusetts Division 1 Tournament, taking on Holyoke and winning 3-2. The Falcons had a 7-5 regular season, winning three of their final five games. Minnechaug was scheduled to play West Springfield in the quar- terfinals on Monday morning.

Cade Norris slides safely into second base.

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Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Michael Nordstrom fires a throw Jacob Ferri gets ready to dive into third. to first. Jeff Duperre gets the out at first base. Blue Sox win pair of Oliveira remembered as Tri-County comeback games rivals clash HOLYOKE – The Valley Division standings, came to By Tim Peterson Blue Sox (9-4) hosted their Fa- MacKenzie looking for revenge Sports Correspondent ther’s Day celebration against after their 11-0 loss to Valley on the Bristol Blues (3-11) on June 16th. THORNDIKE—Paul Mar- Sunday night, where they made The game started fast for cinek and Karl Oliveira were a major comeback in the ninth the Blues, scoring two runs in teammates on the St. Joseph’s inning to win the game 4-3. the top of the first inning. The baseball team, which competes In collaboration with the Blue Sox were unable to get on in the Tri-County League, for Trey Mancini Foundation, fans the scoreboard until the fourth more than twenty years. wore blue in support of colorec- inning, when Jonathan Kelly of During a pregame ceremo- tal cancer research. Mancini is Xavier University had an RBI ny held prior to the start of last an alum of the Valley Blue Sox single. Friday night’s home opener organization, competing on the The Blues responded in the against archrival Peoples Bank, 2011 roster, and was selected top of the fifth inning, pushing Marcinek spoke about his long- by the Baltimore Orioles in the their lead to 3-1. Valley then time friend and teammate, who eighth round (249th overall) of went to score in the bottom passed away unexpectedly on the 2013 MLB First Year Play- of the sixth, but the game re- April 26. er Draft. In 2020, Mancini was mained scoreless until the ninth “Karl Oliveira was Palmer. diagnosed with colon cancer, inning, when Cole Andrews Karl Oliveira was St. Joe’s. The Paul Marcinek speaks about teammate and longtime Tri-County and the Blue Sox honored his (Miami/Ohio) made yet another loss of Karl Oliveira cannot be time in the Valley at the game game-altering play that resulted League player/manager Karl Oliveira during a pre-game ceremony measured in words,” said Mar- last Friday night. on Sunday, where fans could be in two RBIs to come from be- cinek following the game, which seen donning blue ribbons in hind and win the game. was won by Peoples Bank, 3-2 in thing very special. This was a ager for St. Joe’s, Oliveira was support of the cause. “It feels good to come back eight innings. “To have the honor very meaningful night for every- also a member of the East Long- The Blues, who have been and the privilege to play baseball one here.” meadow Navigators in the Na- Besides being a player/man- on the bottom of the Southern Please see POSITIVE, page 12 with Karl for so long was some- Please see TRI-COUNTY, page 12 Page 12 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES June 24, 2021 Pioneers keep on winning By Tim Peterson large crowd at Lusitano Stadium 2019. He was the USL League head coach Federico Molinari. Dillon Stadium on July 20. Sports Correspondent in Ludlow. It was the Pioneers Two Golden Glove winner that “We just need to keep improving The Pioneers, who finished fourth shutout in their first seven season. in every match.” in first place in the Northeast LUDLOW—Blake Mullen, matches of the regular season. Since losing a road match Mullen and his teammates league standings in 2019, are who’s the Western Mass. Pio- “To be able to post a shut- to the Boston Bolts, 4-0, in the recorded a 2-0 shutout victory hoping to qualify for the playoffs neers starting goalkeeper, was out, especially in front of our season opener on May 11, the in the first meeting of the season again this season. swarmed by a group of kids fans here at Lusitano Stadium, Pioneers have posted a 5-0-1 against AC Connecticut (1-6), “It definitely feels like we’re seeking his autograph following just feels fantastic,” said Mullen record and have outscored their which was played at Dillon Sta- doing something special again last Friday’s home match versus after he finished signing auto- opponents, 14-2. The Western dium in Hartford, Connecticut this season,” Mullen said. “It was AC Connecticut. It was the most graphs. “The defense is playing Mass. squad is battling the Bolts on May 26. Their other two shut- an awesome experience playing action he saw the entire evening. very well and we’re also scoring for first place in the USL League outs came against FC Malaga in the playoffs two years ago. Mullen only made one save a lot of goals this season, which Two Northeast Division stand- City. We’re hoping to host a home during the match and his team- is awesome.” ings. The Pioneers are scheduled playoff match this year.” mates took care of the rest of the Mullen, who’s from Man- “The players are playing with to play a friendly versus Hart- The Pioneers defeated the business, as the Pioneers posted chester, Conn., has been the a lot of confidence right now,” ford Athletic, who played in the a 3-0 shutout victory before a Pioneers starting goalie since said Western Mass. Pioneers USL championship in 2019, at Please see PIONEERS, page 13

Jon Miarecki pitches for Devin Slattery makes St. Joe’s. a throw to first for PeoplesBank. St. Joe’s Ryan Magni, of Chicopee, picks up a ground ball. Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Pitcher Jake from page 11 TRI-COUNTY ter Josh Skowyra in the bottom Eldridge drove home both mates Graveline tional Division. of the second inning. of St. Joe’s runs in last Friday’s with my pitches for the One of the things that Mar- “Karl needed to be in the game with singles to center field. older Bankers. cinek told the large crowd during starting line-up on the night that Both runs were scored by second broth- the ceremony, which was fol- we honored his memory,” Mar- baseman Ryan Magni. er for lowed by a moment of silence, cinek said. “Everything that was The rivalry between the two another was what it used to be like play- done tonight was very purpose- Tri-County league team is like season ing baseball games at St. Joe’s ful.” the Red Sox and Yankees rival- before Ballpark in front of large crowds Following the first pitch of ry. The members of both teams we stop on Friday nights during the sum- the game, the ball was presented do have a tremendous amount of playing mertime. to Karl’s son, Nathan, who was respect for each other. base- “This was what this placed the senior first baseman for the “If we’re the Red Sox, they ball.” leading off the top of the eighth always looked like on Friday Palmer varsity baseball team this (People’s) would be our Yan- Joe Ferry also played for St. inning. After stealing second night’s back in the day,” said past spring. kees,” Marcinek said. “They al- Joe’s and was a member of the base, he advanced to third on a Marcinek, who replaced Olivei- The St. Joe’s starting pitcher ways win and always put a qual- 2006 championship team. balk. Then shortstop Devin Slat- ra as the St. Joe’s player/man- against Peoples Bank was right- ity team on the field. To win a “I played with Karl from tery, who graduated from Ware ager. “We’ve won many home hander Jon Miarecki. championship title in this league, 2004 until 2008,” said Ferry, High School in 2019, flied out to games on Friday nights, and we “John was always our start- you always have to go through who graduated from Palmer left field. Clark did not immedi- also lost many games on Friday ing pitcher whenever we played Peoples Bank. They’re in the fi- High School. “Karl was a great ately break towards the plate on nights.” home games on Friday night’s,” nals every year.” guy and it’s a huge loss for our the play, but when the left field- A couple of former St. Joe’s Marcinek said. “He returned for Peoples Bank has won the entire league. He’s a legend in er’s throw home skipped away players came back and played in tonight’s game and I’m not sure last seven Tri-County League Palmer. This has always been from the catcher, he was able to last Friday’s game in honor of how many more games he’ll be titles. a friendly rivalry and he spoke score the go-ahead. Oliveira. starting for us this season.” Jon Ferry, who played for highly of everyone on our team. Righty Garrett Baker, who The St. Joe’s players wore Miarecki, who graduated Peoples Bank in 2019, has re- It’s always a lot of fun playing had replaced Peoples starter Jake #9, which was Karl’s uniform from Ware High School, helped turned to St. Joe’s this season as against St. Joe’s.” Graveline with one-out in the number during batting practice. the Indians baseball team win a player/coach. St. Joe’s (1-1) held a 2-0 lead sixth, wound up being the win- A Peoples Bank uniform with a couple of championship titles Jon’s younger brother, Joe, is entering the top of the sixth in- ning pitcher. He walked St. Joe’s the #9 on the back was hung on back in the 1980’s. in his second season as the Peo- ning in last Friday’s contest. Brandon Magni with one-out in the fence near their bench. Marcinek, who played base- ples Bank player/ manager. Peoples Bank scored a pair of the seventh before retiring the Jim Long, who was the man- ball at Quaboag Regional, lost in “Jon used to play for St. Joe’s runs in that frame, which tied the next two batters with a strikeout ager for Peoples Bank, passed the state semifinal game against before he decided to play for my game at 2-2. and flyout ending the ballgame. away during the season several Miarecki and the Indians at St. team in 2019,” Joe Ferry said. Both teams stranded runners “This was a very big win years ago. Joe’s Ball Park. “When Karl passed away, he felt in scoring position in the seventh for us,” said Joe Ferry, who’s Karl Oliveira was listed in the Two other players, who re- the need to go back over there and inning team entered this week’s action sixth spot in the St. Joe’s batting turned for St. Joe’s last Friday be a player/ coach. I can’t respect Dave Clark, who was a pinch with a 2-0 record. “It was one order as the designated hitter. night were Russ Lloyd and Jay him more as his brother for do- hitter for Peoples in the top of of those games where we were He was replaced by pinch hit- Eldridge. ing that. I would like to be team- the sixth, beat out an infield hit challenged.”

BLUE SOX from page 11 the night was all about the kids, Josephs) sprinted his way to first The bottom of the ninth saw mistakenly called Travis Holt featuring a Bubble DJ and face and slyly stole second, bringing new life from the Blue Sox, out at first. The Westerners cele- and get the win,” said Andrews, painter in attendance. Jack Housinger (Xavier) home. when Nate Thomas and Travis brated on the diamond before be- who has been a ninth inning The first time the Blue Sox The game evened out from Holt were both brought home ing told to return to their dugout hero for the Blue Sox in mul- faced the Westerners, they took a two-run home run from Matt off of a Cole Andrews (Miami/ to finish the game. tiple games this season. “We the game by a score of 12-7. Zaffino (Fairfield) of the West- Ohio) RBI, which tied the game The (almost) four-hour game didn’t have the best game hitting The Friday night game start- erners. The score stood at 2-2 at 5-5. came to a conclusion at the end in the first eight innings, so I’m ed off slow for the Westerners, heading into the fourth inning, “Cole is always coming of 10 innings, when Nate Thom- glad we could get it done in the with two strikeouts dished out in where Valley was able to score through,” said Head Coach Hez as bombed one to right field with ninth.” the first inning from Aaron Hub- again off of a Travis Holt RBI Randolph, “he has a knack for two runners on, and the outfield- bell of Belmont University. The double. getting that big hit. He’s becom- er couldn’t catch it. Blue Sox 7, Westerners 6 bottom of the second brought The lead was short-lived. The ing one of those guys that you “I want to commend our guys The Valley Blue Sox (8-3) the first run of the game from Westerners then scored three want to have a bat in his hands in for sticking with it and fighting faced the Danbury Westerners a Brian Hart (Marist) RBI that runs in the top of the sixth to take a clutch situation.” to win it. It’s really tough, es- (5-6) in their second matchup brought Nate Thomas (St. Jo- the lead by a score of 5-3. The The game was the first in the pecially in summer ball, when of the season Saturday night at sephs) home. Then, after great Blue Sox stayed in the deficit for Blue Sox’ 2021 season to go everyone is new and there aren’t MacKenzie Stadium, where they plays from the Valley outfield- a majority of the game, where into extra innings. In the top of really ties to the team, so it’s came back to win the game 7-6. ers to prevent the Westerners both teams were unable to score the tenth, Danbury scored a run, special to see that the guys real- The theme for the 7:05 p.m. from making their mark on the any runs against each other from making the game 6-5. Both dug- ly care. That’s awesome.” Said game was School’s Out, and scoreboard, Brenden Hueth (St. the sixth to ninth innings. outs were wild, after an umpire Randolph. June 24, 2021 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 13 Coby wins second straight race

Submitted photo Doug Coby picked up a win last Sunday at Stafford Motor Speedway.

RIVERHEAD, N.Y. -- Six-time NA- Mayhew Tools team to come here to SCAR Whelen Modified Tour champi- Riverhead and keep grinding. In Vic- on Doug Coby rocketed to his second tory Lane for round two at Riverhead. Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com straight victory at Riverhead Raceway Who would’ve thought that Doug Coby Carlos Ferrando changes up the field for the Pioneers. on Sunday, June 20, to cap what was a would be in contention to sweep Riv- remarkable week for the Connecticut erhead three times in a year when we native. come back in September? It’s so hard Coby won the inaugural Super- here, and we’ve hit on something.” PIONEERS from page 12 star Racing Experience (SRX) event at The victory was Coby’s second of North Carolina Fusion U23 squad, 3-1, in been playing together for years,” Mullen Stafford Motor Speedway on June 12, the Whelen Modified Tour season, and the 2019 Eastern Conference semifinals said. “Both of them are always looking to then announced his NASCAR Camp- helped him climb a little bit closer in the before losing to Reading United AC, who score goals and it’s awesome having them ing World Truck Series debut will take championship standings with six races were the host team, 1-0, in the finals. play for our team this year.” place for GMS Racing at Bristol Motor complete. Coby missed the event at Os- Mullen gave a lot of credit to the de- During the 8th minute of the last Fri- Speedway in September. wego Speedway on June 12 to compete fense for making his job very easy. The day’s match, Agyemang sent a forward On Sunday, in the Buzz Chew Chev- with SRX -- therefore, he was nearly 50 starting defenders for the Pioneers in last pass to Lerech, who sprinted down the rolet Cadillac 200 at Riverhead -- a points out of the lead entering the race, Friday’s home match were Federico Guti- right side in front of a defender before race postponed one day due to weather in eighth place. With the win, Coby errez, Nicholas Oberrauch, Carlos Emery, firing a shot into the left corner past AC -- Coby dominated -- leading 149 laps jumped to fourth, and sits 41 points back Carlos Ferrando. Connecticut goalie Jan Tofern for a break- en route to his 31st career Whelen Mod- heading for the next event. “I’ve really enjoyed having those guys away goal giving the home team an early ified Tour win. The victory tied Coby Doug Coby will return to the track on playing in front of me this year,” Mullen 1-0 lead. with Jeff Fuller for fifth on the all-time Wednesday, June 30, at Seekonk Speed- said. “They just love playing defense.” “Scoring a goal is the best feeling in wins list and started a streak at the one way with the Tri Track Open Modified Gutierrez, who was the Pioneers game the world, but the most important thing is track where victory eluded him for so Series. The next event on the NASCAR captain, suffered a left ankle injury at the that we won tonight’s game” Lerech said. many years. Whelen Modified Tour schedule is Sat- end of the first half. He was replaced by “Our goalie and the defense deserve a lot “We hit on something here,” Coby urday, July 17, at New Hampshire Mo- Federico Ucar at the start of the second of credit because they’re doing an amaz- said. “It’s an awesome deal for our tor Speedway. half. ing job. Everyone just did a great job to- “Losing a player to injury like Federi- night.” co Gutierrez definitely hurts a lot,” Mullen While the Pioneers had several more added. “We do have some talented players scoring chances, the score remained 1-0 on the bench. Federico Ucar came in and until late in the first half. played very well.” During the 41st minute, Lerech sent Mullen took over the captain role from the ball into the box from the left side and Gutierrez during the second half. Jordan Koduah tapped it into the back of “Being a captain of this soccer team is the net. something that you always dream about,” The best scoring chance for AC Con- he said. “It was a huge honor for me to be necticut came during the 63rd minute captain for the first time during the second when Mullen tipped a shot attempt by half. I really appreciate Federico giving it Pascal Derwaritsch over the crossbar re- to me.” sulting in a corner kick. The Pioneers captain is Maxi Viera, The Pioneers had a couple of scoring who has missed the past couple of match- chances during the final ten minutes of the es with an injury. Connor Hicks, who’s match. from Monson, is also sidelined with an A line drive shot by Khalid Rose was injury. deflected away by Tofern and the rebound Just like the fans sitting in the stands, shot by Martin Oyenard skipped wide. Mullen has enjoyed watching the duo of Another shot by Rose sailed wide a cou- forward Patrick Agyemang and midfield- ple of minutes later. er Ignacio Lerech combine offensively. The Pioneers did put a shot into the net They’re both first-year members of the during stoppage time, as Guillermo Deal team. connected with Yosuke Hanya, which sent “Patrick and Ignacio have combined their faithful supporters home happy for so well together. It seems like they’ve the second week in a row.

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GREYHOUND OPTIONS INC. CALL MARY AT 413-566-3129 FOR RENT DEADLINES OR CLAIRE AT 413-967-9088 OR GO TO WWW.GREYHOUND In observance of the 4th of July, OPTIONS.ORG All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal the Classifieds have an Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes HORSES ALL REAL ESTATE advertised it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on EARLY AD DEADLINE. herein is subject to the Federal Fair HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS race, color, religion, sex, handicap, Housing Act, which makes it illegal to familial status (number of children and To advertise, offered year round at our state of the advertise “any preference, limitation, or or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, art facility. Beginner to advanced. Ages discrimination because of race, color, age, marital status, or any intention to 4 years to adult. Boarding, Sales and religion, sex, handicap, familial status, make any such preference, limitation or place your ad no later than NOON discrimination. Leasing also available. Convenient lo- or national origin, or intention to make cation at Orion Farm in South Hadley any such preference, limitation, or dis- This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in (413)532-9753 crimination.” We will not knowingly ac- www.orionfarm.net violation of the law. Our readers are hereby Friday, July 2 cept any advertising for real estate informed that all dwellings advertising in which is in violation of the law. All per- this newspaper are available on an equal sons are hereby informed that all opportunity basis. To complain about Thank you! dwellings advertised are available on discrimination call The Department of Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” GENERAL LABORER OUT- an equal opportunity basis. toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. DOORS. Call for details 413-478- area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll 6964 free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. PUBLIC NOTICES

Our advertisers make this WILBRAHAM 2012 as required under sec- on property owned by storage shed/garage with a PLANNING BOARD tions 3.9.2.2 and 4.4.8 of the Thomas Bretta located at 32 building footprint area of 384 publication possible. PUBLIC HEARING Wilbraham Zoning By-Law Eastwood Drive. Pursuant to square feet as shown on the The Wilbraham Planning which authorized the con- Section 13.6.9 of the Zoning application and plan on file in Board will hold a Public struction of a detached acces- By-Law, the applicant is the Planning Office and avail- Let them know you saw Hearing on Wednesday, July sory building (garage) with a requesting that the existing able for public review during 14, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. in the building footprint in excess of special permit be amended to normal business hours. their ad in the Town Office Building, 240 480 square feet and a building allow the placement of two 06/24, 07/01/2021 Springfield Street, on the height in excess of 16 feet and additional detached residen- application of Thomas Bretta resulting in combined garage tial accessory structures as regarding a proposed amend- parking space area in the follows: a pool shed with a Wilbraham-Hampden Times ment to a Special Permit pre- attached and detached garage building footprint area of 320 viously issued on August 29, in excess of 1,100 square feet square feet and a one door

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