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WHS Student Selected As Semifinalist for U.S. Presidential Scholars TONIGHT Periods of Rain. Low of 36. Search for The Westfield News The Westfield Search for The Westfield News News XPERIENCE TEACHES YOU Westfield350.com The WestfieldNews “E THAT THE MAN WHO LOOKS Serving Westfield, Southwick, and surrounding Hilltowns “TIME IS THE ONLY YOU STRAIGHT IN THE EYE, WEATHER CRITIC WITHOUT PARTICULARLY IF HE ADDS TONIGHT AMBITION .” A FIRM HANDSHAKE Partly Cloudy. JOHN STEINBECK , IS HIDINGSearch forSOM TheE WestfieldTHING.” News Westfield350.comWestfield350.orgLow of 55. www.thewestfieldnews.com The WestfieldNews — CLIFTON FADIMAN Serving Westfield, Southwick, and surrounding Hilltowns “TIME IS THE ONLY WEATHERVOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 75 cents VOL.87 NO. 303 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2018 CRITIC75 CentsWITHOUT TONIGHT AMBITION.” Partly Cloudy. JOHN STEINBECK Low of 55. www.thewestfieldnews.com VOL. 86 NO. 151 WHSTUESDAY, student JUNE 27, 2017selected as semifinalist 75 cents for U.S. Presidential Scholars program By AMY PORTER rienced in secondary and post-secondary Correspondent education evaluates candidates on their WESTFIELD – Last week, the academic achievement, personal charac- Department of Elementary and teristics, leadership and service activi- Secondary Education informed the dis- ties, and an analysis of their essay. trict and Westfield High School that Application for the U.S. Presidential Aiden Chisholm has been selected by Scholars Program is by invitation only. Commissioner Jeff Riley to represent Students may not apply individually to the state as a nominee for the U.S. the program or be nominated. Fire Chief Russ Anderson is seen pouring dressing into the Presidential Scholars program. Approximately 800 candidates are salads during the holiday party. (Photo by Greg Fitzpatrick) “Commissioner Riley is very named semifinalists and forwarded to impressed with Aiden’s qualifications the Commission for further review, and is proud to have him represent based on the same criteria used by the Massachusetts in this prestigious com- review committee. The Commission Southwick COA petition,” according to a statement from selects up to 161 U.S Presidential the district. Scholars each year. All scholars are hon- The United States Presidential ored for their accomplishments during holds Candy Cane Scholars Program was established in the National Recognition Program, held 1964, by Executive Order of the in June in Washington, D.C. President, to recognize and honor some Chisholm said on Tueday, that he was Extravaganza of the nation’s most distinguished grad- not able to put it into words, but was uating high school seniors. A review AIDEN CHISHOLM By GREG FITZpaTRICK committee of qualified individuals expe- See WHS Student, Page 8 Correspondent SOUTHWICK – The Southwick Council on Aging held their 6th Annual Candy Cane Extravaganza holiday party at the Southwick Senior Center Wednesday afternoon. Seniors throughout the community enjoyed a meal, appetiz- ers, and desserts provided by Tucker’s Restaurant. Southwick resident “We’re very lucky to have them (Tucker’s) as a partner,” said Southwick Council on Aging Director Cindy Sullivan. Seniors were also given the opportunity to purchase raffle shot by roommate tickets for items that were donated by several businesses in town. By GREG FITZpaTRICK A number of town officials were on hand to volunteer by Correspondent SOUTHWICK – At approximately 3:11 a.m. Tuesday morn- See Extravaganza, Page 5 ing, a Southwick resident was brought to Noble Hospital after he suffered a gun-shot wound. Baystate Noble Hospital called the Westfield Police Department, and after establishing that the incident Franklin Avenue students Rob Levesque, of R. Levesque Associates Inc., of occurred in Southwick, Southwick Westfield, shown at an earlier presentation to the Police were called in to investigate. Planning Board. (WNG File Photo) Southwick Sgt. Det. Tom Krutka collect donations spoke to the gun shot victim and found that the victim and Joseph for Westfield Regional Planning Board Munroe, both living on 151 Sheep Pasture Rd. in Southwick, were con- Animal Shelter grants home business suming alcohol at at their residence By PETER CURRIER when the two males proceeded to get Joseph Munroe, a Correspondent into a physical confrontation which Southwick resident, WESTFIELD- Third graders from Franklin Avenue special permit, hears eventually was broken up. At about shot his roommate and Elementary School took part in a drive to collect donations 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, the has a warrant out for for the Westfield Regional Animal Shelter. plans for logistics two individuals got into another alter- his arrest. (Photo from 49 kids from the classes of Mrs. Martins and Mrs. Neuser cation and resulted in Munroe firing a Southwick Police took part in the drive in which they did household chores in center expansion gun and leaving the victim with a Department) exchange for their parents collecting donations for the shel- gun-shot wound on his left hip. By AMY PORTER According to Krutka, the victim ter. Correspondent “I was to trying to think of something in the holiday spirit didn’t believe the wound was bad WESTFIELD – The last regular meeting of the until he went to bed. The victim has now been released from and try to make the kids understand it’s about giving,” said year for the Planning Board opened with Chairman Neuser, “I knew the animal shelter had a list of donations Baystate Medical Center and is in good condition. William Carellas stating that going forward, the Krutka added that there is a warrant out for Munroe’s arrest. they accept.” board would adhere to Council Rule on public par- Neuser said the response from parents was amazing and Lt. Robert Landis wants to let the public know that he doesn’t ticipation. He said public participation would be believe Munroe to be a threat. overwhelming. She decided to add a writing exercise to the limited to fifteen minutes at the start of each meeting, project as well. Each student wrote a persuasive letter to their “We believe the incident was isolated to the parties involved and residents would be invited forward to speak for and we don’t see that he’s a threat to the public,” said Landis. parents to convince them to donate in exchange for doing up to three minutes on any subject not before them in chores. Neuser added that the estimated value of donations is More details will be provided on this story once more infor- a public hearing, with extensions allowed by vote. mation is provided. probably several hundred dollars’ worth. He said Planning Board members are not required to The donations included pet food, toys, beds, and crates to respond to questions or comments made, but would be used by the shelter. The collection period lasted for about take them under advisement. He also said public participation was welcomed, in order to advise See Franklin Avenue, Page 8 See Home Business, Page 5 Granville residents vote on negotiations WSU violinist selected for solar projects as international By GREG FITZpaTRICK Correspondent GRANVILLE – The Town of Granville held a special town competition finalist meeting Wednesday at the Community Christian School to WESTFIELD – On Friday, Jan. 5, Westfield State allow Granville residents to vote on two warrant articles. University senior Veronica Rovatti will perform at Residents unanimously voted in favor of both articles. the 2019 Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Young Artist The two warrant articles are focused on two proposed solar Competition at Colorado Christian University in projects in town that have had their site plan’s approved by the Lakewood, Col. Planning Board. Article one involves the solar project at 0 A senior music education major from Agawam, Hayes Rd. that is 25 acres while Article 2 is based on the 1730 Left to right: Animal Control Officer Jenna Swotchak, Rovatti is among 11 finalist selected from entries to Main Rd. property that is less than five acres. Animal Control Operations Manager Lori Charette, compete for cash awards. She will perform the Violin The warrant articles were to see if voting residents would Animal Control Officer Spenser Afonso, and 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Julie Neuser. (Photo by Peter Currier) See WSU Violinist, Page 8 See Solar Projects, Page 8 12-month Membership Book on-line: www.PlayersEdgeWestfield.com | 99 SPRINGFIELD ROAD | WESTFIELD | 413-642-6327 PAGE 2 - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2018 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Holiday Schedule at WG&E Where In recognition of the upcoming Christmas holiday, the 100 Elm Street Business office at Westfield is The Gas and Electric will close at 5PM on Friday, December 21st and re-open on Wednesday, Westfield December 26th. The 24/7 Dispatch Center will remain open and available for calls at (413) 572-0000 if you need assistance News? with your gas, electric or Whip City Fiber internet service. On a recent "Girls Getaway" to Aruba, these women remembered to bring the Westfield News Westfield Bridge Club along for the fun. Diane Budri, Kathy Mirek, Lynn Results 12/6/18: Poulin, and Donna Martin. 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