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BY CHELSEA DAVIS which was continued to Dec. Commission also approved said. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER “He who reigns 10, said Town Planner Jean the project at its Thursday, The town decided to part- STURBRIDGE — Multiple Bubon. Dec. 19 meeting after mak- ner with BlueWave Capital within himself boards and commissions of “The hearings were held ing sure it was in compli- LLC with John DeVillars as and rules his pas- the town approved the pro- to make sure the project was ance with wetland regula- its managing partner posed solar facility for in compliance with town tions. through the company. sions, desires, Sturbridge in the past few solar and site-plan bylaws,” The Conservation While trying to determine weeks. Bubon said. Commission has yet to issue the best location for a solar and fears is more “I am very pleased that The Planning Board its order, but it should be facility, it was found that than a king.” the Town of Sturbridge is approved the project with doing so soon, Bubon said. lands owned by the town advancing with this long- conditions at its Tuesday, The project began two would not work for a facility John Milton term initiative that will cut Dec. 10 meeting. years ago after the town was due to impacts on the neigh- the town’s cost of power and “It’s probably around 20 looking to reduce its elec- borhoods surrounding the save taxpayer funds while conditions, but they are tricity costs. land and the cost of inter- simultaneously reducing pretty standard conditions, I “The town was seeking to connection. the town’s reliance on fossil Jean Bubon would say,” Bubon said. find a private sector partner “We began to look at prop- fuels,” said Town The Planning Board filed to develop a solar photo- erty along the Mass Pike Commission held public Administrator Shaun the Site Plan Approval with voltaic power facility to owned by the Massachusetts INSIDE hearings on the matter. Suhoski. the Town Clerk on Monday, reduce electricity costs Department of The Planning Board held The Planning Board as Dec. 16. together with the town’s car- a public hearing on Nov. 12, ALMANAC ...... 2 well as the Conservation The Conservation bon footprint,” Suhoski Turn To SOLAR, page A17 OPINION ...... 10 OBITUARIES ...... 12 CALENDAR ...... 12 Route 20 SPORTS ...... 13 New Year starts with snow, frigid temps POLICE LOGS...... 16 plan moves WINTER WEATHER BRINGS LOCAL TROUBLE FOR COMMUTERS BY AMANDA COLLINS forward VILLAGER STAFF WRITER A slow-moving snowstorm and bitter cold air BY CHELSEA DAVIS ushered in the New Year last week, as locals VILLAGER STAFF WRITER dealt with nearly a half-foot of snow and danger- STURBRIDGE — The Sturbridge ously low temperatures in the first days of 2014. Commercial Tourism District Residents in the region awoke to artic temper- Project Advisory Committee held a atures in the single digits, below zero with the working group meeting for the wind chill, and a blanket of snow Friday, Jan. 3. Sturbridge District Improvement The storm, which dumped almost two feet of Plan on Thursday,Jan. 2, to review snow along the state’s coast, began on Thursday past meetings and discuss a meet- when flurries came and went all day long. The ing coming up. snowfall steadied late Thursday night and into “People are going to be wonder- the wee hours of Friday before tapering off by New Fire Chief ing what’s in it for them,” said the late morning. According to the National Amanda Collins photos sworn in Commercial Tourism District Weather Service, Southbridge ended up with five The after-storm cleanup on Main Street in Sturbridge Friday after- Project Advisory Committee mem- noon Jan. 3. Page A8 ber Fidelis Onwubueke. Turn To SNOW, page A17 Members of the committee felt that the public hearing held on LEARNING Wednesday, Dec. 4 went generally well and have heard mainly posi- tive feedback since then on the Town accountant stipend OK’d improvement plan. “The comments I’ve received are BY CHELSEA DAVIS additional efforts of the finance needed to step up to the plate at dif- positive for the most part,” com- VILLAGER STAFF WRITER director.” ferent times for various reasons,” mittee member Heather Hart said. STURBRIDGE — Though the During the search for the new Gimas said. Most members agreed the pro- next town accountant for town accountant, Finance Director Due to the extended length of the posed improvement plan has been Sturbridge has been named and Barbara Barry helped to assume search, Gimas said her original a long time coming. appointed, there were still some duties of the town accountant and opinions changed. “We are behind the times here,” matters of the search process that help Interim Town Accountant “I did believe at the time that it Hart said on the district’s current the Board of Selectmen attended to Valerie Bernier. would be a six- to eight-week vacan- layout. at their Monday, Dec. 16 meeting. “There’s extra headaches every cy,” Gimas said. Exploring Literacy Pare Corporation Consultant “Last week, Selectman [Priscilla] day. One hour [of work] could be Gimas decided to speak with John Shevlin confirmed this, say- Gimas inquired about the extenuat- two hours [of work],” Suhoski said. Barry to see if a compromise could Page A10 ing that most communities went ing circumstances surrounding the There was an original proposal be reached for compensation. through their streetscape projects search for the town accountant,” months ago to give Barry a stipend “I had a two-hour discussion on four to seven years ago. said Town Administrator Shaun compensation for the extra hours this … I walked away understand- SPORTS Onwubueke felt three questions Suhoski in a memorandum, “and she worked. The stipend was voted ing far more than I understood [she] asked that I revisit the subject down by the board. Turn To PLAN, page A17 of potential compensation for the “I felt [originally] that everyone Turn To STIPEND, page A16 Police pleasantly surprised by lack of holiday OUIs ‘IT WAS A GOOD, SAFE NIGHT FOR STURBRIDGE’

BY CHELSEA DAVIS in Sturbridge. File photo VILLAGER STAFF WRITER “It gives us great pleasure to On New Year’s Eve and New STURBRIDGE — The announce there were no Year’s Day, the Sturbridge Sturbridge Police Department impaired operators during this Police Department was happy conducted its bi-annual “Drive campaign,” the department to announce it did not make one Sober or Get Pulled Over” cam- declared on its Facebook page. single OUI arrest as part of its paign over the New Year’s holi- Though the Police “Drive Sober or Get Pulled day, but one thing stands out Department made 90 traffic Over” campaign. Sturbridge over previous efforts — no OUI stops during New Year’s Eve Operations Division Lieutenant Warrior BBall arrests were made on New Earl Dessert says this result Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Turn To POLICE, page A17 shows that “the message is Action getting out there.” Page A13 Suhoski hopes New Year brings prosperity to Sturbridge OPINION GET YOUR E WOULD LIKE TO TAKE A BIG BREATH THIS YEAR POINT ACROSS ‘W ’ PAGE A10 BY CHELSEA DAVIS Suhoski said that in the Town Hall, extensive renova- hope to see no extra finan- VILLAGER STAFF WRITER past few years, the Town of tions at Burgess Elementary cial burdens on taxpayers for POLICE LOGS STURBRIDGE — As the Sturbridge has taken on School and work done at the this year, it is looking for- P L year 2014 begins, the town many projects that have hit water treatment plant in ward to seeing some new administrator of Sturbridge taxpayers hard. town. projects put in motion and PAGE A5 is hoping to have a less “We’re looking forward to “Even though the taxpay- some finished. eventful year than those in a year that does not include ers approved these projects, “I’m looking forward to the recent past. any large capital expenses and they were definitely seeing the construction of “We would like to take a that are hitting the tax roll needed, the fact is the costs the town’s solar facility,” big breath this year,” said or water and sewer rates,” have hit the taxpayers’ pock- Suhoski said. Town Administrator Shaun Suhoski said. etbooks,” Suhoski said. Suhoski. Shaun Suhoski He cited the renovations at Though town officials Turn To YIR, page A17 2 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014 State officials announce fire IN AND AROUND STURBRIDGE BY AMANDA COLLINS Not ready for the The “Puppet Playhouse VILLAGER STAFF WRITER “advanced” dance? No prob- Theatre” is a creative show prevention program funds Get your sweet tooth sated lem – a beginner’s class is for children that will take for a good cause at this year’s coming up soon. Contact Moe place at 10 a.m. Tickets can “Tastefully Ted” event, an at (508) 344-3430 or Al at (413) be bought at the door, at the BY JOY RICHARD only the elementary school, but also hope- evening of deserts and music 436-7849 for more informa- CAAC’s 4 Dresser Hill Rd. STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER fully Tantasqua Regional High School that will benefit the tion, or visit the group’s web- location. The cost is $7 per later this year. Tantasqua Education site at hayloftsteppers.org. child. Foundation, also known as With winter weather in full swing, and “We use it at the schools, go and edu- FREE E-BOOK HELP WHEN ONE DOOR CLOSES… the use of wood and pellet stoves on the cate kids at the preschools, at the senior “Ted.” rise now that temperatures have dropped, center and the chief buys supplies for the Local restaurants will pre- Did you get a Kindle, Nook Ever heard the saying, local legislators supported the state’s kids,” said Marineili. pare scrumptious deserts for or other eReader for “When one door closes, most prominent fire prevention program. He added that firefighter MaryLou the event, which will take Christmas, but still trying to another opens?” Local According to a press release issued Volpe is the member of the department place at the Publick House in figure out exactly how to get authors Tom Ingrassia and from the offices of State Rep. Anne M. that heads up the program and she is Sturbridge from 7 to 10 p.m. your latest read on screen? Jared Chrudimsky are very Gobi, D-Spencer, Sen. Stephen M. Brewer, looking to get it into more schools later in on Friday,Jan. 31. Guests can Free help is available at the familiar with sentiment – in D-Barre, and Rep. Todd M. Smola, R- the semester. bid on exciting silent auction Charlton Public Library, fact, they wrote the book on Warren, the grant to further fund the “Education is critical to preventing fire items and mingle with other which will host a how-to it, so to speak. Student Awareness of Fire Education or related deaths in Massachusetts,” said attendees, while the evening Thursday, Jan. 16 The authors of “One Door SAFE program was also supported by Brewer in a press release issued on Tantasqua Regional School beginning at 6:30 p.m. Closes: Overcoming Gov. Deval Patrick last week. Tuesday, Dec. 17. “Our local fire depart- bands provide live entertain- Cynthia Laino of C/WMARS Adversity by Following Your The funds will keep the program going ments play an essential role in educating ment. Tickets are $20 in will be on hand to show folks Dreams,” will be discussing through fiscal year 2014 and help fire- students and seniors on fire safety. I am advance and $25 at the door. how to download books, for and signing their book at the fighters provide education for kids in 14 proud that we were able to fund this pro- For more information free, onto their electronic Jacob Edwards Library in different South Central Massachusetts gram at $1.2 million this year, to provide about “Ted,” a nonprofit that reading devices. Southbridge on Thursday, towns. important resources to continue this mis- provides grants to teachers, Sign up for the program at Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m. The book “Our firefighters continue to provide sion.” or about the “Tastefully Ted” the adult circulation desk or tells 16 stories of individuals students with practical knowledge so Local communities that received fund- event, visit TedFound.org. call (508) 248-0452 ext. 10 to who overcome what seem they can better ensure the safety of their ing include Brimfield, Brookfield, ‘ADVANCED’ CLASS AT register. like impossible odds to families,” said Gobi. “SAFE is a wonder- Charlton, East Brookfield, Holland, HAYLOFT STEPPERS achieve their goals. They ful program and a great use of funds.” Monson, Spencer, Sturbridge, Warren CAAC PUPPET SHOW share their story,their advice SAFE Program has been a statewide and West Brookfield. The Hayloft Steppers FOR KIDS and their wisdom in the program for almost 20 years. “It is critical that every person be edu- Square Dance Club will hold Too cold to play outside, book, which also includes 10 According to Gobi’s office because of cated on fire prevention and general a special “advanced” dance but looking for some fun for holistic self-assessment tools SAFE the “average annual child fire home safety,”said Smola. “The SAFE pro- Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 to 4:30 the kids? The Charlton Arts readers can use to design deaths have been reduced by Seniors are gram has shown proven success since its p.m. at the Club on Podunk and Activities Center has the their own path for success. the most vulnerable of populations at inception and I have no doubt that these Road in Sturbridge. The perfect winter event – a pup- risk of fire related deaths. This initiative funds will serve to help save lives in our caller will be Ken Ritucci, pet show coming up on two Amanda Collins may be is aimed at education seniors on fire pre- communities.” there are no rounds, and the Saturdays this month, Jan. reached at (508) 909-4132 or by vention, general home safety and how to cost is $7 per person. 11 and 25. email at acollins@stone- be better prepared in the event of a fire.” Joy Richard may be reached at 508-909- bridgepress.com. At the Sturbridge Fire Department Lt. 4129 or by email at jrichard@stonebridge- John Marineili said the department uses press.com. the more than $3,000 to reach out to not NEWS BRIEFS 6. Insurance Bethlehem Lutheran Church to 7. Retirement and college planning NEWS BRIEFS 8. Real estate and mortgage host financial lessons 9. The power of generous giving “Financial Peace University can change Gobi, Brewer part of six-member conference committee STURBRIDGE — Bethlehem Lutheran your life,” said Steven Roenfeldt. “In the first Church is pleased to announce that it will 90-days of participating, the average family host a series of money management lessons pays off thousands of dollars in debt and BOSTON — State Rep. Anne M. Gobi versions of the mercury thermostat based on the teachings of Financial Peace saves thousands more. This series will help (D-Spencer), House Chair of the Joint bill, both of which would turn the pro- University (FPU) and financial guru Dave every single person who attends – no matter Committee on Environment, Natural gram into a mandatory act. Ramsey. how much money they earn each year.” Resources and Agriculture, and Sen. “Mercury is a serious environmental Facilitated by Pastor Kirsten Nelson The nine-week series will be held on Stephen Brewer (D-Barre), chairman of and public health problem,” said Roenfeldt and Steven Roenfeldt, the nine- Sundays from Feb. 9, through April 6, from 2 Senate Ways and Means were recently Brewer. “I look forward to joining week series will walk attendees through the to 3:30 p.m., at Bethlehem Lutheran Church selected as members of a conference Representative Gobi and members of basics of budgeting, paying off debt, plan- in Sturbridge. committee tasked with working out the the conference committee to address ning for the future, and much more. Pastor Kirsten Nelson Roenfeldt welcomes final version of a bill that relates to this matter. It is critical that we update With saving more, and spending less being all in the community to sign up for series, mercury thermostats. Massachusetts’ mercury management one of the most popular New Year’s resolu- saying, “We are invited to honor God with “It is an honor to get chosen to repre- laws to minimize the risk that mercury tions, this course will help participants stick everything we have. But that is difficult sent the House in negotiations on this will be released in to the environment to their plan. Through video teachings, class when we carry financial burdens. You can get important legislation,” said Gobi. “I and to ensure that we have the ade- discussions and interactive small group rid of debt, manage your money, spend and look forward to working with Brewer quate tools and resources to manage activities, FPU presents biblical, practical save wisely. This program works – for every- and other members of the conference mercury containing products.” steps to help people get to where they have one, at every age and income level.” committee in coming to an agreement Gobi and Brewer join Rep. 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BY CHELSEA DAVIS site, the association believes “in VILLAGER STAFF WRITER giving back to the community” CHARLTON — Police Chief through charity donations they AACCCCUURRAACCYY WWAATTCCHH James A. Pervier was sworn in receive. as the Central Massachusetts “We do benevolent things The Sturbridge Villager is committed to Chiefs of Police Association’s through our organization to accuracy in all its news reports. Although new president last week. help others as well,” Pervier numerous safeguards are in place to ensure His term will expire in said, “We’re very much involved December 2014. and one of the biggest support- accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. “It’s an honor to be recog- ers of the Jimmy Fund.” Confirmed fact errors will be corrected at nized by your fellow chiefs and The association also works the top right hand corner of page 3 in a to hold a position or title of pres- with the Massachusetts Chiefs timely manner. ident for your regional organi- of Police and other regional If you find a mistake, call (508) 909- zation or state organization,” chiefs of police associations to 4140 during normal business hours. During Pervier said. testify for legislation that will non-business hours, leave a message in the Pervier is taking the position benefit the police departments editor’s voice mailbox. The editor will of president after West in Massachusetts. Brookfield Chief C. Thomas “I want to make sure that we return your phone call. O’Donnell’s term expired this have a voice for our region in month. Photo courtesy Charlton Police Boston to help enact legisla- “[The CMCOPA] is a body of Police Chief James Pervier is sworn in as president of the Central tion,” Pervier said. chiefs of police in Worcester Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association. The CMCOPA also sees infor- UBLIC EETINGS County that meet pretty regu- mational presenters and law P M larly,” Pervier said. Pervier said that the CMCO- riculum has recently been enforcement vendors at their Pervier added that there are PA usually meets once a month, changed from 242 hours to 315 meetings that can help to pro- Editor’s Note: Meetings as listed are some departments that are except for the month of August. hours of training. vide to the members’ police retrieved in advance from multiple sources, members of the CMCOPA that However, the association may “We want to provide a forum departments. including Town Hall and on the Internet. are not from Worcester County. meet if other business must be for advancement,” Pervier said. “During meetings, we will The Sturbridge Villager is not responsible “All together there are about discussed. Pervier also mentioned a goal have presenters about recent for changes and cancellations. 74 different communities in the The president is also in he hopes to accomplish while he changes in the law and we will organization,” Pervier said. charge of seeing out a training is president of the association. have vendors come in to show MONDAY, JAN. 13 As the president of the program for part-time police “We just started a website that new types of products such as CMCOPA, Pervier will serve a officers in the region, which is is not fully developed yet,” firearms, bulletproof vests and number of tasks. He will gener- sanctioned by the Municipal Pervier said, adding he hopes to technologies,” Pervier said, TRSD Building/Physical Plant ally oversee the functions of the Police Training Committee. refine the website and have it adding that he was thankful to Subcommittee, 6 p.m., Holland Elementary association, especially the asso- “The classes run between 40 available so people can see what all of his fellow chiefs of police School ciation’s meetings. to 50 students,” Pervier said. the association does and when for giving him the chance to TRSD Budget Subcommittee, 7 p.m., “The quality of those meet- “We train between 90 and 100 they meet. lead the association. Holland Elementary School ings is an inherent responsibili- students per calendar year as “It’s just not a fraternal organ- “It truly is an honor to be the ty of the president,” Pervier part-time officer.” ization where we get together president,” he said. said. “I have to make sure it’s a The classes, held at the and do nothing,” Pervier said. TUESDAY, JAN. 14 quorum, that everything flows, Boylston Police Academy, help “We do things to try to make a Chelsea Davis may be reached and that everyone knows what’s to advance the knowledge of difference.” at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at Planning Board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Town happening.” part-time officers, and the cur- According to the CMCOP web- [email protected]. Hall, Veterans Memorial Hall Sturbridge Planning Board, 6:35 p.m., Town Hall, Veterans Memorial Hall NEWS BRIEF TRSD Budget Subcommittee, 7 p.m., Brookfield Elementary School enjoy the evening, from tasting and vot- Chili and trivia to fight cancer! ing on the chili entries to taking part in the Minute to Win It & Trivia Night at WEDNESDAY, JAN. 15 SOUTHBRIDGE — It may be chilly no additional cost. Chili chefs may enter outside, but on Saturday, Jan. 25, it will their chili into the cook-off as they be all about the chili inside the Knights desire with an additional $5 entry fee. Zoning Board of Appeals, 6:30 p.m., of Columbus for the third annual Chili Doors open at 5 p.m. on Saturday,Jan. Center Office Building, Meeting Room Cook-Off and Minute to Win It & Trivia 25, with chili tasting and voting running TRSD Budget Subcommittee, 7 p.m., Night. until the Minute to Win It & Trivia Wales Elementary School This cheap and entertaining night out Night begins at 7 p.m. There were two- is a family-friendly event to benefit the dozen chili entries in last year’s cook-off THURSDAY, JAN. 16 American Cancer Society and features a and a nice chunk of change raised for chili cook-off with prizes for the best the fight against cancer. overall chili, the spiciest chili, and the We hope you join us for this great Conservation Commission, 7 p.m., Center best vegetarian chili, as well as prizes for event. For more information, visit face- Office Building the best trivia teams. book.com/dickensrelay or e-mail There is a $5 cover at the door, allow- [email protected]. ing people of all ages to take part and 4 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014 Town earns Water Fluoridation Quality Award

BY CHELSEA DAVIS obtain the most benefit to oral investment in ensuring that every continued, proactive investment Suhoski said. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER health, it is important that water resident of your community in their water system,” Suhoski is Board of Health Agent Alyssa STURBRIDGE — The town has systems maintain consistent fluo- receives the benefit of good dental quoted as saying in the press Rusiecki could not be reached for received an award for its water ride levels in the optimal range.” health,” Martin said in the letter. release. “Being recognized in the comment before press time. fluoridation program earlier in For six years the Town of “Thank you for your hard work top five percent of all public water The Board of Health typically December. Sturbridge has received this and dedication and congratula- suppliers is also a testament to the meets every first and third “This is the sixth consecutive award, which is awarded to public tions on this special recognition!” leadership of DPW Director Greg Monday of each month, but no year that Sturbridge has been rec- water systems that meet a certain The Town of Southbridge, as Morse and Veolia Project Manager meeting has been scheduled for ognized for this achievement,” criteria. well as Veolia Water, which man- Shane Moody.” January as of yet. said Town Administrator Shaun According to the letter sent by ages the town’s water supply, also The federal government has For more information on the Suhoski. Martin to the Board of Health, the received an award earlier in 2013. been recommending fluoridation fluoridation program and the The Water Fluoridation Quality water system must “1. Adjust the “Sturbridge was selected by the of water for over 65 years and cur- Board of Health or the Award, presented by the US fluoride concentration of their regional MassDEP office, which rently 70 percent of Department of Public Works, visit Center for Disease Control and drinking water; 2. Achieve a recognized it as the most exempla- Massachusetts’s residents receive the town website at Prevention, was given to the town monthly average fluoride level ry [water treatment] facility in the fluoride in their public water sup- www.town.sturbridge.ma.us. for its fluoridation achievements that is in the optimal range for 12 region in 2012,” reads a press ply, according to Martin’s letter to For more information on Veolia for the year of 2012. consecutive months in a year; and release by Veolia Water. the Board of Health. Water visit their website at “Community water fluoridation 3. Document their fluoride levels The press release also cites the “I want to commend … Shane www.veoliawaterna.com. has been recognized by the CDC as in CDC’s Water Fluoridation town and Veolia Water as having a Moody, of Veolia Water, for ensur- one of the 10 great public health Reporting System.” great record of environmental ing that the town’s water supply Chelsea Davis may be reached at achievements,” said Office of Oral Martin added extra congratula- compliance throughout their more and distribution system met all (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at Health Consultant Brent D. tions in his letter to the Board of than 20 year arrangement. implementation, measurement [email protected]. Martin in a letter to the Sturbridge Health. “The ratepayers of Sturbridge and reporting requirements for Board of Health. “However to “This award recognizes your should be commended for their the town’s fluoridation program,” RRI receives CARF approval STURBRIDGE/LEOMINSTER — Fighting the flu Dorothy A. Cote, the acting chief executive officer of Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., recently announced the organization has HEALTH OFFICIALS: UP TICK IN VACCINATIONS TO HELP STEM ILLNESS received accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of BY JOY RICHARD most likely to be affected by the flu who Vescera, who works within the Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER should be vaccinated sooner rather than Harrington Hospital Preventive Health The latest accreditation is the second con- After a crushing 2012 flu season, local later. Children under the age of five-years Department, said she has seen more than secutive Three-Year Accreditation that the public health officials hope that vaccination old, people over the age of 65 and pregnant 400 children through the “school-based mist international accrediting body, CARF, has education will not only bring people to clin- women are the most susceptible, along with clinics” in the Dudley-Charlton Regional awarded to RRI for their Community Day ics, but will keep the illness from spreading. resident with underlying health conditions. School District this year. Programs located in Sturbridge and Speaking with regional Public Health “We have several flu clinics through out Vescera said the mist vaccination is pain- Leominster. Nurse Debra Vescera, BSN, RN, who is the public health nurse,” said Pelletier, who free and for children through adults into “We are always happy to get the CARF nurse for the communities of Dudley, recently joined the Southbridge depart- their 40s. She added that it cover four of the stamp of approval,” Cote said. “This Charlton, Brimfield, Holland, Southbridge, ment. “We have had two or three already.” major flu strains. achievement is a reflection of our organiza- Wales and Warren, it was clear that her He added that while the town has almost “[The 400] was just in the schools that tion’s dedication and commitment to main concern was the hesitance some resi- completed their supply of vaccines, which doesn’t count the public clinics that we did,” improving the quality of lives of people liv- dents have had to vaccines in the past. She they get from the state, Pelletier said there said Vescera, adding that the more parents ing with developmental disabilities and said it was frustrating to see misinforma- is no cause for concern. He said residents were informed about the mist the more will- providing them with the opportunities they tion being taken as fact when it came to vac- can still get the vaccine through local hospi- ing they were to have their children vacci- deserve.” cinating both children and adults. tals like Harrington HealthCare in nated. “Now we’re doing it in most of the RRI’s talented and dedicated staff worked Vescera said the influenza outbreak of Southbridge, Harrington HealthCare at towns on top of the regular clinics. Last countless hours over the past year with 2012, which killed five children in the state Hubbard in Webster or any of the local year there were five pediatric deaths and to CARF to earn the accreditation. Founded in of Massachusetts alone, was a wake-up call pharmacies. me that is unacceptable. There is a lot of 1966, CARF has worked with more than of sorts, and she has seen many more chil- Pelletier said communities will also misinformation.” 50,000 programs and services throughout dren get vaccinated this season. inform the state if they have a surplus of Pelletier said the mist vaccine has been the United States and around the world to The main months for the flu vaccination the vaccine, which normally takes place at accessible to the public for more than four determine which programs and services are November through March, but the end of the year. years and the major demand has been for are of the highest quality. Southbridge Director Public Health “The vaccine is a great preventive meas- kids. Accreditation from CARF is evidence Andrew Pelletier said residents can get it at ure, but hand washing, and social distanc- that RRI has a strong “commitment to con- any point during the year. ing is always the best defense,” said Joy Richard may be reached at 508-909-4129 tinually improving services, encouraging According to the Centers for Disease Pelletier, referencing the fact that the illness or by email at feedback, and serving the community,” Control and Prevention’s [CDC] website, is most commonly caught through contact [email protected]. according to its website. there are three specific groups of people and shared space. Sturbridge-based RRI has been providing supports and services to people living with developmental disabilities for 38 years. 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BY CHELSEA DAVIS ing to court documents. wife. After seeing Gail’s picture, I tion and informed Hemingway After Gail left the store with the VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Hemingway was able to identify believed she looked as if she was that she did have contact with Gail bag, she called Christina and STURBRIDGE — A Southbridge Mageau through the license plate related to Alex.” after Gail left. advised her not to leave with the woman was arrested last week numbers provided by the report- Hemingway learned that Shortly after speaking with bag. after being charged with shoplift- ing party. He then informed the Christina had an active warrant Christina, Gail arrived at the bar- Finally, Gail told Hemingway ing more than $100 worth of mer- Southbridge Police Department to out for her arrest, and he informed racks with one full black mesh that she brought back all but two chandise from JCPenney in do what they could to locate the the Massachusetts State Police at JCPenney shopping bag. pairs of pants, which Christina Sturbridge Plaza. vehicle. the Sturbridge Barracks. Gail later told Hemingway that sold for $20 each. Sturbridge Police Officer Daniel The reporting party identified a The State Police were able to she only left with one bag and not She sold those two pairs of pants Hemingway was dispatched on second suspicious woman, this make phone contact with two like the reporting party had to get heroin “as she was getting Monday,Dec. 23, at 6:25 p.m., to the one younger than Mageau. Christina and learned from informed in. sick,” Gail is quoted as saying in JCPenney at 194 Main St. after This woman began to talk on Christina that she and Gail intend- Hemingway placed Gail under court documents. receiving a report that a female, her cell phone before leaving a full ed to turn themselves in to the arrest and brought her back to the The merchandise stolen was later identified as Gail Mageau, of shopping bag with the front sales State Police, according to court Sturbridge Public Safety Complex. totaled at $260 and was subse- Ashland Avenue in Southbridge, counter and exiting the store. documents. During the interview, Gail quently returned to JCPenney. shoplifted from the store. The reporting party positively At 10:50 p.m., Hemingway went “appeared to be truthful when Gail was arraigned in Dudley Ten to 15 minutes before identified the second woman as to the Sturbridge Barracks and explaining this incident,” District Court on Tuesday, Dec. 24, Hemingway arrived, Mageau “left Christina Mageau after read Christina her Miranda Hemingway said in court docu- and waived her right to counsel. the catalog area of the store with Hemingway showed her rights. ments. The prosecutor recommended two mesh shopping bags of mer- Christina’s picture. Christina confirmed that she Gail told Hemingway that Alex that the sentence be decriminal- chandise without paying,” the “Recently, this month I had left her bags at the front of the and Christina spend hundreds of ized and that Gail pay a $50 fine. reporting party said, according to responded to this location for a store. dollars a day on their heroin addic- Gail has yet to answer an agree- court documents. report of suspicious individuals “I advised her that I didn’t tion, according to court docu- ment to pay the $50 fine. After the reporting party asked suspected of shoplifting,” believe she had any way [to] pay ments. Mageau if she would like her to Hemingway said in court docu- and purchase these items,” Christina wanted to steal Chelsea Davis may be reached at hold her bags, Mageau ran to her ments. “On that date, I identified Hemingway said in court docu- clothes to sell and raise money to (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at red Chevy Cavalier and fled in her the subjects as Alex Mageau and ments. bail Alex from a house of correc- [email protected]. car towards Southbridge, accord- Christina Mageau — husband and Christina nodded in confirma- tions, Gail told Hemingway. Discussion continues over restaurant liquor license

BY CHELSEA DAVIS premises not issue until a Certificate of accidently signed and approved and I really ment, as well as some smoke detectors and VILLAGER STAFF WRITER Occupancy is obtained through the don’t want to go down that road,” Redetzke flashing strobes.” STURBRIDGE — A continuation from the Building Department.” said. The selectmen still preferred to see the Board of Selectmen has been made again in The board decided to continue the meet- From here, the discussion turned back other permits come in first before granting regards to the Veritas Restaurant’s pro- ing at a later time with varying reasons towards the general Alteration of Premises anything conditionally. posed alteration of premises at the board’s between the selectmen. application and not just towards the liquor “I am very leery at this point. I would Monday, Dec. 16 meeting. Selectman Mary Blanchard pointed out to license application. rather give the license myself, personally, “This is a public hearing that’s been con- Suhoski that the wording of the recom- Gimas asked Soukup when K&J Catering after all of the check marks are in,” Gimas tinued a couple of times,” said Town mended action stated that they would be and Veritas hope to utilize the building’s said. Administrator Shaun Suhoski at the begin- approving the general alteration of premis- space. The next public hearing for Veritas appli- ning of the continuation of the public hear- es application. Soukup stated they hoped to start at the cation for Alteration of Premises will take ing. “We’re really not approving alteration of end of January. place on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 6:40 p.m. in The motion to continue the hearing premises; that’s strictly in building,” “With the holidays coming, not much is Veterans Hall. passed unanimously. Blanchard said. going to get done,” Soukup said. The restaurant is looking to occupy a Chairman Priscilla Gimas cited her favor Another issue Gimas addressed was if Chelsea Davis may be reached at (508) 909- building on its property, which the owners of continuation as wanting to see more Bertin Engineering, who recently complet- 4050, or by e-mail at cdavis@stonebridge- of said building have granted permission action from Soukup happen first. ed a study on the building, had any con- press.com. for Veritas to use. “I guess I’m a little uneasy on this one cerns towards the building, which she Veritas hopes to use the building for cater- because it’s been about eight months that heard from the building inspector. ing through K&J Catering LLC. we’ve been hearing that things are going to “From what I understand from the build- This continuation of the hearing was sup- happen and papers are going to be submit- ing inspector this morning that some con- Greater posed to focus mainly on owner Kurt ted and we haven’t seen anything yet,” cerns were expressed by Burton Soukup’s intentions of obtaining a liquor Gimas said. Engineering about the preparations that are Worcester Monthly license for the new building. Selectman Mary Redetzke agreed with being done right now in the basement of the “He’s here strictly for the liquor licensing Gimas. existing building,” Gimas said. 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STURBRIDGE — At a Illinois) will soon come to a Acting Fire Chief Thomas Sturbridge Board of close, as he and his family J. Ford, III, whom will serve Selectmen meeting relocate to Sturbridge. in his roll until Zinther’s Monday, Dec. 16, selectmen Zinther will remain an effective appointment date. approved Town adjunct instructor for the The Sturbridge Fire Administrator Shaun US Fire Administration’s Department sends its most Suhoski’s recommendation National Fire Academy in sincere congratulations to to appoint David E. Zinther Emmitsburg, Md., bringing Chief Zinther, and a warm as fire chief with an effec- a wealth of knowledge and welcome to him, his wife tive date of Jan. 21, 2014. fire service training expert- Cindy,and his family to the Named Incident Safety ise to the Sturbridge Fire Sturbridge community. Officer of the Year in 2011 Department. Earlier on Monday, the by the International Zinther, the fifth fire town held and informal Association of Fire Chiefs chief in the Town of “meet and greet” with (IAFC), Zinther, of Darien, Sturbridge (since the Zinther (at the time the pro- Ill., brings with him 35 department’s founding in posed nominee for the job). years of fire service experi- 1934), is a most-anticipated Fire chiefs and firefighters ence. His current service as and welcome addition to from across the region full-time captain and acting the Sturbridge Fire came to Veterans’ Hall in shift commander of the Department as the agency Town Hall to meet him. Lisle-Woodbridge Fire continues to strive toward Town employees were able District, and part-time cap- a heightened level of pro- to meet Zinther as well, and tain and training officer for fessionalism and commu- all who attended enjoyed a the Westmont Fire nity service under the guid- nice breakfast. Zinther shakes hands with Mendon Fire Lieutenant Michael Zarella. Department (both in ance and leadership of

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Simply send in a hint to start a good one, statistics show less food restaurants spend up to 50 per- long, wooden matches are a necessity be entered into a random drawing. than half will remain true to their ing chocolate, consider adding a mag- cent more than when they pay cash. in many homes, so why not pick them One winner per month will win a fab- vows come March! nesium supplement to your diet. While low credit card rates may up at half the regular price? Buy spa ulous dinner for two (a $60 value) at With this (depressing) data in Some chocolate cravings are a sign lure you in — beware! A single late and pamper kits now for gift giving the renowned restaurant, located on mind, this week’s column will offer a you’re deficient in this mineral, payment or over the limit charge can throughout the year. 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Research shows only 40 percent calm cravings. Are you ready for this credit card read it before but here is some advice helpful hints! of habits are broken on the first try. Adding or increasing exercise is shocker? A typical credit card pur- to successfully “break a bad habit”: Besides, there’s always next year! another top vow this year. Want a chase ends up costing 112 percent Experts agree that it takes a mini- Do you have a helpful hint or handy According to the University of good motive to suffer through a set of more than if cash were used. If only mum of 21 days to change a behavior, tip that has worked for you? Do you Scranton Journal of Clinical sit ups? It is estimated that strength- 2 percent minimum payments are so the first thing to do is count ahead have a question regarding household Psychology, the number one New ening the abdominals can prevent made a $1,000 charge on an average 21 days and mark the day you’ll be or garden matters? If so, why not Year resolution for 2014 is to lose 75% of lower back problems! credit card will take almost 22 years officially “home free” from your share them with readers of The weight (which is a perennial list top- Need an excuse to stall your daily to pay, and will cost more than $2,300 habit on a calendar. Southbridge Evening News? Send per)! Here are some easy ways to stay walk until after supper? Here it is: in interest! How to get through the 21 days? questions and/or hints to: Take the on the weight-watching wagon: According to some reports, when you Drug and beauty aids eat up a siz- First write down your goal and list Hint!, C/o the Southbridge Evening Is your sweet tooth out of control? walk within thirty minutes after eat- able chunk of the family budget. But the positive reasons you want to News, 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA Protein, fat and fiber in a balanced ing you can increase the amount of many name brand items can be change your habit. These exercises 01550. Or e-mail [email protected]. Hints diet keep sugar levels more even and calories you burn by as much as thir- replaced by cheaper store and private will help build commitment. Next are entered into a drawing for dinner can keep sweet cravings at bay. And ty per cent! label brands without sacrificing qual- share your goals with your family for two at the historic Publick House remember, before you give in to a food Walking is also a natural mood ity. Less expensive vitamins, cough and friends. Making a commitment Inn. For more great hints, tune into craving drink some water or a low booster. And non-aerobic exercise, medicines, aspirin substitutes and public leaves little room to back out, Take the Hint! one minute snippet tips calorie beverage instead. Studies like weight lifting, can improve sleep such often contain the exact same plus you’ll benefit from a support sys- aired twice daily on ORC FM Oldies show many food cravings are really and appetite, reduce irritability and ingredients as their more expensive tem. Each day review your list of rea- 98.9. And for more tips and talk, be thirst in disguise. anger and produce feelings of mas- counterparts. Check labels and you sons for quitting or changing. You sure to listen to my live hour-long show Craving chocolate? Eat a banana. tery and accomplishment! may be surprised at the money you might also want to repeat an affirma- from 9 to 10 am. each Friday on WARE Believe it or not, a fresh banana has Want to improve your odds of can save on store brands. Ditto for tion or inspirational quote to solidify 1250. been known to halt a chocolate crav- sticking to a fitness plan? Studies tooth whitening toothpaste. A com- your vow. Reward yourself verbally, ing. If you seem to be constantly crav- show people who exercise in the parison of active ingredients can each hour if necessary,working up to Raw versus certified coins (and currency)

hen it comes to coins tors’ grading service.” It is not, and never has expense. and currency, what’s been, a dealer-driven company, while NGC and As mentioned at the beginning of this col- Wthe opposite of TREASURES PCGS are primarily driven by dealers who sub- umn, sellers and buyers often don’t agree on “raw?” mit coins on behalf of collectors. ANACS is also what a raw coin’s grade is. This difference is fre- How about “cooked?” IN YOUR the company that I have worked for part time quently substantial. Certification serves to Nope, think again. for the past five years. I cover shows for them resolve this issue to a great degree. In numismatics (both coins HOME from New England to Virginia (and sometimes Here are a couple of examples. Let’s say a and currency), it is “certified” beyond). seller and buyer can’t agree whether an 1879 CC or “slabbed.” Why should a coin be submitted to a third Morgan dollar is an AU (almost uncirculated) “Raw” means the coin or PAUL party service? Well, there are several reasons. coin or an MS 60 (mint state, uncirculated) coin. piece of currency has not been JOSEPH When a coin is slabbed, it is placed into a sealed, So it is sent out for certification. If it comes certified as authentic or grad- clear plastic holder with a label that indicates back as an AU 50, its value is about $2,000; but if ed by experts at a third party what the coin is and what its grade is. And, it comes back as an MS 60, the value jumps to grading service. Why “third since a coin’s value is tied to its condition, or $3,650. Another example is a 1926-S $20 St party?” The first two parties grade, the slab establishes a pricing guideline Gaudens gold piece. In AU 50 its value is about are the seller and the buyer. Invariably, the sell- Courtesy photo for that piece. The holder protects the coin from $1,900, but as an MS 60 the value is $2,800. er thinks the coin is a better grade and, there- A coin in an further handling and environmental damage. In our next column we’ll take a look at some fore, more valuable than it probably is … and ANACS slab. Also, the families and heirs of coin collectors recent antiques and collectibles that we’ve the buyer thinks it’s a lower grade and less valu- often have no idea what the value of a piece is, appraised and/or accepted for consignment to able than it probably is. Enter the unbiased, so the slab provides them with some sense of auction. Until then, keep those questions com- objective third party. There are many third are a more recent phenomenon. the value of the coin should anything happen to ing. party grading services for both coins and cur- Generally, the numismatic community the collector. Happy New Year from all of us at Grey Ghost rency.All claim to be “experts.” However, not all acknowledges that the top three (3) grading Certification also separates the virtually Auctions & Appraisals. are. services are: ANACS, PCGS and NGC. There worthless counterfeit and altered coins from Over the course of time, consistently accu- are a few second-tier services and many “less the genuine (and often very valuable) coins. A Contact us! Paul, CAI, GPPA: Grey Ghost rate authentication and grading have separated than reliable” services. We often refer to the recent example was the reader who submitted a Auctions & Appraisals, 508-943-6570, the trustworthy and respected grading services lower services as “fly-by-nighters.” With regard 1916D Mercury dime to us for certification. Had [email protected]; www.greyghostcorp.com; from those that are (and we’re being kind here) to currency, the top two are generally acknowl- it been a fake, it would have been worthless to a The author conducts certified coin and less than trustworthy or respected. There have edged as PMG and PCGSC. collector. However, as a genuine coin we were antique/collectible appraisals, on site estate been many alleged expert coin grading services ANACS, out of Colorado, is the oldest coin able to sell it for him for $250. In this case the sales, auctions, and cleanouts. over the years, while currency-grading services grading service, and it calls itself the “collec- cost of certification was well worth the

What is the difference between Financial resolutions for the New Year About 45 percent of Americans such care, but that’s a chance you usually make New Year’s resolu- may not want to take — and the a condo and a co-op? tions, according to a survey from longer you wait, the more expensive the University of Scranton. your protection options may But the same survey shows that become. espite the fact that enforcing rules, and more. only 8 percent of us actually keep Don’t overreact to market volatili- these two options look ASK THE Although both condos and alike on the surface, co-ops require payment of our resolutions. ty. Too many people head to the D Perhaps this low success rate investment “sidelines” during mar- from an ownership stand- REALTOR common charges (a.k.a. point they are actually quite maintenance fees), co-op fees isn’t such a tragedy when our reso- ket downturns. But if you’re not lutions involve things like losing a invested, then you miss any poten- different. DONNA tend to be much higher. This INANCIAL Simply put, when you buy is because co-op fees need to little weight or learning a foreign F tial market gains— and the biggest PEARSON language. But when we make gains are often realized at the early a condominium unit you cover mortgage payments FOCUS become the deeded owner of and real estate taxes that financial resolutions — resolu- stages of the rally. real estate. In addition to apply to the entire property. tions that, if achieved, could signif- Focus on the long term. You can require that a buyer — or icantly help us in our pursuit of probably check your investment owning a condominium their tenant — be approved Condo owners pay their own JEFF BURDICK unit, you also acquire a per- mortgages and property our important long-term goals — balance online, which means you by the board or membership it’s clearly worthwhile to make can do it every day, or even several centage of interest in the committee in order to pur- taxes individually. “common elements” of the There are other similari- every effort to follow through. times a day — but should you? If you’re fol- chase (or reside) in a unit. So, what sorts of financial resolutions lowing a strategy that’s appropriate for community. Common ele- When I think about co-op ties and differences to con- might you consider? Here are a few possibil- your needs, goals, risk tolerance and time ments generally refers to approval, the movie “Green sider before making a pur- ities: horizon, you’re already doing what you everything outside of the Card” always comes to mind. chase. And as always, it’s Boost your contributions to your retire- should be doing in the long run. So there’s units – things like roofs, Brontë, played by Andie best to consult with a realtor, ment plans. Each year, try to put in a little no need to stress yourself over the short- foundations, driveways, side- MacDowell, is a horticultur- an attorney, and other pro- more to your IRA and your 401(k) or other walks, landscaping, club- ist who agrees to an illegal fessionals to get the informa- term movements that show up in your house, swimming pools, and marriage with a Frenchman. tion needed in order to make employer-sponsored retirement plans. investment statements. so on. His reason for the marriage an informed decision. These tax-advantaged accounts are good Do whatever you can to turn these New In contrast, buying a coop- is, of course, to get a Green For those of you who look options for your retirement savings strate- Year’s resolutions into realities. Your erative unit is more like buy- Card. Hers is to be approved forward to home ownership gy. efforts could pay off well beyond 2014. ing shares in a corporation by a board that prefers mar- as a means of expressing Reduce your debts. It’s not always easy to that owns the building ried couples — she desper- your artistic nature through reduce your debts, but make it a goal to fin- This article was written by Edward Jones where you will live. ately wants to live in a co-op gardening and exterior ish 2014 with a smaller debt load than you for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Although you become a apartment with a rooftop design, this might not be an had going into the new year. The lower your Advisor. Please contact Jeff Burdick, your shareholder and obtain the garden that would be any avenue you’d consider. But if monthly debt payments, the more money local Edward Jones Advisor in Sturbridge at exclusive right to live in a horticulturist’s dream. you’d rather skip the snow you’ll have to invest for retirement, college 508-347-1420 or specific unit, you never actu- Fortunately,in the real world removal, lawn mowing and for your children (or grandchildren) and [email protected]. ally own the unit itself — the there are only two legitimate other exterior chores other important objectives. corporation does. reasons an applicant can be involved in single-family Build your emergency fund. Work on In terms of financing, a rejected — and being single home ownership, condo or building an “emergency fund” containing conventional mortgage can isn’t one of them. Applicants co-op living could very well six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, be obtained for a can only be turned down due be the right choice for you. with the money held in a liquid account that Condominium purchase to an inability (or unwilling- offers a high degree of preservation of prin- since there is collateral real ness) to live within estab- Donna Pearson enjoyed a cipal. Without such a fund, you might be estate involved. Co-op loans lished co-op regulations successful 30-year career in forced to dip into your long-term invest- can be a bit more complicat- and/or a failure to meet the real estate management ments to pay for emergencies, such as a new ed. Although the shares financial criteria. industry and now helps con- furnace, a major car repair, and so on. You being purchased and the pro- Both condos and co-ops nect buyers and sellers with might not be able to finish creating your prietary right to occupy the are governed by a set of doc- the right Agent. “Ask The emergency fund in one year, but contribute unit can serve as collateral uments that include bylaws Realtor” is brought to you by as much as you can afford. for a loan, some lenders con- and rules and regulations. A Sullivan & Company Real Plan for your protection needs. If you sider such loans to be higher board of directors — made Estate. Please e-mail ques- don’t already have the proper amounts of risk; the collateral may be up of elected volunteers who tions for future columns to life and disability insurance in place, put it [email protected] more difficult to sell in the have ownership interest in on your “To Do” list for 2014. Also, if you event of default by the or contact Sullivan & the community — is respon- haven’t taken steps to protect yourself from owner. Company Real Estate at sible for making manage- the considerable costs of long-term care, Another difference (413)245-1062. We are here to ment decisions related to the such as an extended nursing home stay,con- between condos and co-ops is help! Visit www.sullivanand- property, drafting budgets, sult with your financial professional, who that many co-op associations companyrealestate.com. can suggest the appropriate protection or investment vehicles. You may never need 10 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014

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FRANK G. CHILINSKI PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER ‘Thick and ADAM MINOR EDITOR, STURBRIDGE VILLAGER blue…’ Win or go home

never played football as a child — I imag- ine if I did I would have been a wide receiver, as I have always been good with Winter provides an excellent opportunity my hands and have pretty good hand-eye to participate in activities on many of I Massachusetts’ more than 3,000 lakes and coordination. I was small and pretty lanky as a child, the ponds, including fishing, skating, ice boat- perfect fit for a receiver or maybe even a tight ing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, end. I have been terrible on the line, as I did snowmobiling and more. not have a lot of body mass (not true now!), Unfortunately every year people are and I was too slow and not agile enough to be injured or killed as a direct result of falling a running back. Who through thin or weak ice. knows, maybe I would The Sturbridge Lakes have made a good quarter- GUEST Advisory Committee back…the world will never Exploring literacy (SLAC) is providing this know. Courtesy photo COLUMN article on ice safety to This time of year, as the STURBRIDGE — Elle Kearns, 6, and sisters Maeve, 2, and Liv, 4, of Sturbridge, explore the new Early help ensure that all calendar turns to the New Literacy Station at the Joshua Hyde Library during the holiday break. STURBRIDGE Sturbridge residents can Year, the NFL playoffs are safely enjoy these winter in full swing. These play- LAKE activities. offs, in my opinion, are a ADVISORY The reality is there is lot more exciting then COMMITTEE no such thing as 100 per- THE MINOR playoff systems in other cent safe ice. It is general- sports, like basketball, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ly recommended that no DETAILS football or hockey, in that one should venture out it’s a one-game round, on any ice less than 4 inches thick. New much like college basket- clear blue ice is usually the strongest ice. ADAM MINOR ball’s March Madness. You Partially thawed, white ice embedded with win, you move on — you Thanks to compassionate community for giving slush or snow and honeycombed ice are sig- lose, you go home. nificantly lower in strength than clear blue In baseball, basketball and hockey, seven- To the Editor: Peter Kotsifas and the St. Vincent de Paul ice. As a general guideline if it is not clear game series are the norm, with it taking The staff of Catholic Charities wishes to Society of St. Anne’s/St. Patrick’s Parish of blue ice you should double the thickness nearly 10 days (assuming the series goes the extend a sincere, heartfelt thank you to our Sturbridge, Laura Linden, Helen Lenti, recommendations below for each activity. full seven games) to complete a round. There community neighbors whose true identity Bonnie Losavio and the employees at The figures in the information below are are certainly exciting moments, don’t get me is now known to us all from their unselfish Southbridge Savings Bank, the employees general guidelines for clear, blue ice on wrong, but there is an immediacy to these acts of support this holiday season. of Southbridge Savers Bank, Katherine lakes and ponds. There are no guarantees — NFL playoffs that add a whole lot more There are indeed angels amongst us Schmitt, Shirley Stengel and our own urgency into every game. always consider ice potentially dangerous. whose compassionate hearts enabled us to Catholic Charities volunteer staff of Sally Always use caution, and don’t venture out You never know if it will be your last. In offer holiday support to those most in need. Callahan, Albert Latini, Jessica Medina MLB, NBA and NHL, the playoffs last for a onto unfamiliar waters without checking It is their caring and support that helped us and Carol Sidebottom. A very special thank ice thickness frequently. month or more — talk about milking the to provide toys and gifts to 572 area chil- you is extended to St. John Paul II parish product! dren. While the identity of all “angels” is for the use of St. Hedwig’s rectory to store Don’t worry, this column is not about the ICE THICKNESS VS. PERMISSIBLE still a mystery please know that if you and distribute toys. LOAD pros and cons of the NFL playoff system, or made a donation to the T&G Santa Fund or For the past nine years, during the any playoff for that matter — as the NFL to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program, months of October through March we have 2 Inches or less: Stay off ! playoffs continue on, I’m reminded of a time anonymously “adopted” an entire family, been able to offer all donated winter coats, when I was an assistant coach. No, not for 4 Inches: Ice fishing or other activities on donated a gift or sent us a donation you hats, scarves and gloves at no charge. Troop football — for basketball. foot have helped to nurture joy this holiday sea- 159 of Brookfield, the Sheriff ’s Department In high school, I was recruited by a friend 5 Inches: Snowmobile or ATV son and for that we thank each and every of mine to be an assistant coach for a co-ed of Webster and the Knights of Columbus, 8-12 Inches: Car or small pickup truck recreational basketball league for kids. It was one of you! Council 199 of Southbridge have all made it 12-15 Inches: Medium truck based out of two towns, my hometown and a We would especially like to acknowledge possible to once again provide essential neighboring one, and each team was created Catalino Alicea, Ross Andersen and the winter wear to families and individuals NOTE: Vehicles may be banned from using a draft system and lottery to establish employees of Harrington Hospital, Paul experiencing hardship. some lakes. It’s best to check with the local the order. My buddy and I, who just so hap- Blanchette, Russ Penney and the members May God bless each and every one of you! lake association pened to be my next door neighbor, were of the Tri-Community Exchange Club, the Temperature, snow cover, currents, weeds partners for a few years in this league, and Confirmation class of St. Joseph’s Parish LISA GENEST and springs all affect the relative safety of we always had fun with it, even though our in Charlton, Rebecca Galonek, Carol Iozzo, AREA ADMINISTRATOR ice. Ice is seldom the same thickness over a teams never really did that well. single body of water; it can be one foot thick One year though, we had a winner, and we in one place and a few inches thick a short knew it from the beginning. distance away. Check the ice at least every As part of the “draft,” every player that USPS: Please remove snow, ice from walkways, mailboxes 150 feet. was to participate in the league was invited Ice thickness can easily be checked using to a “tryout,” where the coaches of each team To the Editor: rubber-backed mats may help make them an ice chisel, ice auger, axe, hatchet, or a line up with their clipboards and lists of Yes, the snow is finally here … and the less slippery. cordless drill to penetrate the ice and then players and ranks them according to their daily routine of a letter carrier puts them • A mailbox should display the street using a simple tape measure to determine skills displayed at the tryout. Using this point on the front line whenever harsh weather name and house number on the side of a the ice thickness. Be aware that ice tends to system, players were given ranks and put strikes. single mailbox or on the doors of grouped be thinner on lakes and ponds where there into skill levels. Every team had to have an Your letter carrier can be the first to visit are spring holes, inlets or outlets. Don’t ven- even amount of players from each skill level. mailboxes visible to the approaching carri- It was a pretty good system that kept every a home before snow removal or salting er. Add a reflector and house numbers for ture on to ice bound rivers or streams as the team in the league basically even, but every begins. And they may use stairways, porch- visibility by your letter carrier, plows, currents make ice thickness unpredictable. now and then, it didn’t matter, as some spe- es or walkways that a family does not fre- emergency vehicles and others. Similarly, ice near bordering wetlands can cial players made their teams even better. quent during the winter months. That’s • Watch for letter carriers on foot and be thinner due to groundwater seepage. In This particular year, our team, the Raptors why the Postal Service reminds residents slow-moving postal vehicles. summary, ice thickness near the shoreline (based on the NBA product of the same not to overlook regular upkeep of residen- • Leave a light on to help illuminate is often highly variable, so be particularly name) were lucky enough to draft first, and tial mailboxes as part of any snow and ice potential hazards on the way to your mail- careful of where you gain access and your we knew exactly the player we wanted. I for- removal routine. box. first few steps. get his name now, but this boy received near- Here are a few tips for use with your mail- Help us so we can provide you with excel- Also you want to make certain you do not ly perfect tryout scores. He dominated the box that never go out of season. lent service. Make regular upkeep of resi- overload the weight bearing capacity of a court, hustled on every play and actually • Remove obstructions around a mailbox. dential mailboxes a part of your snow and particular area of the ice by maintaining passed the ball to his teammates too. He If you have a mailbox at the road, keep it ice removal routine. good spacing between gear, snowmobiles, knew he was good, but he wasn’t cocky about clear of packed snow. Clearing the mailbox Thank you. ATVs and cars or trucks. it. allows letter carriers to deliver mail safely It is good practice when venturing out on That year, we breezed through the regular and without delay. YOUR LOCAL POSTMASTERS the ice to have a safety plan. When ventur- season, losing maybe one or two games, and • Painted porches and steps are particu- U.S. POSTAL SERVICE ing out on the ice you should be adequately we were ranked first going into our playoffs, larly hazardous. Salting an area or using dressed in layered full warm winter attire. a win-or-go-home format. All year, another Always wear a flotation device such as a team, the Celtics (of all teams) were follow- boating life jacket especially if you are test- ing a similar trajectory.On the backs of their ing the ice or snowmobiling (or ATV). star player, they were ranked a close second ‘A World War II Christmas Poem’ Employ the buddy system maintaining good and were every bit as dominant. We may have spacing and always carry ice picks. been fast, but this time had the size advan- To the Editor: Looking to the sky above and the same Bringing along a toboggan with an adequate tage. I wrote this to honor my Dad but I want to star the three wise-men followed that night length of rope not only provides a handy That final game is fuzzy these days. I thank all the families who have loved ones The soldiers all became family forming a means of packing and transporting your remember certain moments — the crowd away serving our great nation. bond that could never be broken equipment but provides an excellent safety was hotter than usual, the energy in the A Merry Christmas to you all and thank They fought served their country most device for reaching and retrieving those place was electric, as parents were louder you. came home, very few words of it ever were who have fallen through. It’s a good idea to and coaches (including myself) had a little spoken have a spare set of dry clothes and an emer- more adrenaline pumping through their “A World War II Christmas Poem (11-23- This is what makes my Christmas spe- gency kit. Lastly, please do not leave any veins. I don’t remember the final score, but it 2011)” cial, remembering our loved ones who’ve debris on the ice. Log and branch remnants was a close score. Either way,I remember my past from campfires can be a safety hazard for buddy and I promising the kids a pizza party They were young and gave so much for a I get a little depressed when it’s over spring fisherman and animal feces and no matter what happened. peaceful and safe nation thinking it all went by too fast We lost that final game, and it was disap- other debris will contaminate the lake. That is why they’re called the Greatest Christmas is for Love and family cele- pointing for sure, but the point of that league What if you, a companion or pet fall Generation brating the birth of Christ child the King wasn’t about winning, as some parents and through the ice? As with any emergency, I wonder how my Dad celebrated The greatest Generation should be more hardcore coaches would have had you don’t panic! Call for help if there are people believe. Trust me, they were there. The real Christmas? Being away from the loved ones remembered every time you hear the nearby. While it doesn’t take long for the point was learning the game, and most of all, he missed Christmas Bells ring cold water to start slowing your physical having fun. Maybe he heard favorite Carols and Bing I hope my Dad celebrated Christmas each and mental functions, you have more time That day,we may have lost, but we sure did sing, “I’ll be home for Christmas” year while fighting in the second World than you might think; typically 2-5 minutes have our fun. At least we got a pizza party It had to be heartbreaking being a world War and perhaps longer if you are in good, phys- afterwards! away, fighting for good in the war I’ll Love and remember his spirit that’s ical condition. Air will remain trapped in Having family at home wishing he could part of what every Christmas is for. your clothes for a short time aiding your Adam Minor may be reached at 508-909- walk through the loving front door buoyancy.Kick your legs while grasping for 4130, or by e-mail at aminor@stonebridge- The nights we’re probably lonely and JOE LAFKO press.com. cold, half track guns at the ready to fight BRIMFIELD Turn To GUEST COLUMN, page A12 Friday, January 10, 2014• STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 11 12 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014 OBITUARIES Lyn N. Chartier, 56 Robert Tinker, 78 HOLLAND — Lyn N. Lyn was born in Milford, CT, daughter of STURBRIDGE — Robert Tinker, 78, of Vilandre (Tinker); his niece, Carol Poitres (McWaters) Chartier, 56, the late Charles A. and Olive J. (Pratt) Sturbridge, died peacefully on December (Lataille) who helped care for him during died December 25, 2013, McWaters. She lived many years in 27, 2013. his last few months, and several other lov- at Harrington Memorial Castleton, VT. Robert was born June 15, 1935 in Stafford ing family members. Hospital after being Lyn was a homemaker and enjoy read- Springs, CT to Carlton and Elise (Scranton) A graveside service will be held at Union stricken ill at home. ing. Tinker. Center Cemetery, Union, CT on Saturday, She leaves her hus- There are no calling hours. Burial will be He worked as a banker and retired in May 3, 2014. band, David J. Chartier private. July 1994 as a Vice President for Shawmut In lieu of flowers, it is requested that any whom she married July In lieu of flowers, please consider mak- Bank in Springfield, MA. gifts be made to the Rose Monahan Hospice 15, 2000. She also leaves 2 ing a donation to the American Diabetes In retirement he enjoyed golfing with his Residence, 10 Judith Road, Worcester, MA daughters, Lacey McWaters of Mesa, AZ, Association, 10 Speen Street, 2nd Floor, friend Ferdinand and was an avid fan of 01602. and Katie Schlesener of Sturbridge; a step- Framingham, MA 01701. the Boston Red Sox. Belanger-Bullard funeral Home, 51 daughter, Kerry Schauer of Florida; a Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy He was predeceased by a brother Francis Marcy St., Southbridge, MA is handling granddaughter, Yuna and her brothers, Street, Southbridge, MA is directing Tinker and a sister Ella Lataille (Tinker). arrangements. Craig of Poultney, VT and Chris of arrangements. He is survived by his sister, Betty Scottsdale, AZ. www.sansoucyfuneral.com CALENDAR

The calendar page is a free service offered and part business training, this presenta- for listings for government, educational and tion focuses on ideas to consistently operate non-profit organizations. Send all calendar An evening of decadent desserts at your highest levels and rapidly build listings and happenings at least one week in business in the new economy. (Snow Date: advance by mail to Ann Tremblay at January 28.) FREE for CMS Chamber Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, and music to benefit ‘Ted.’ Members or $10 for non-Members. RSVP to MA 01550; by fax at (508) 764-8015 or by e-mail save your seat to 508-347-2761. Sponsored by to [email protected]. Please STURBRIDGE — On Friday, Jan. 31, the Tantasqua Education Foundation (Ted.) Complete Selling, Inc. write “calendar” in the subject line. We will will host the highly anticipated annual ‘Tastefully Ted.’ event to raise funds for the print such listings as space allows. non-profit educational foundation. STURBRIDGE — The South Valley The pre-Valentine’s celebration of delectable desserts prepared by local restau- Family Support Center Sib Shops offer a FRIDAY rants will be held at the Publick House in Sturbridge, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 free safe, nurturing, fun place for siblings JANUARY 10 per person when purchased online at www.TedFound.org/events or $25 per person at from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21 at the at STURBRIDGE — The Federated Church the door. the South Valley Family Support Center, 128 of Sturbridge and Fiskdale will hold Junior “The Publick House is once again donating the venue as they have done in the past Main St., Sturbridge. For children ages 6 High Dances from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, several years,” said Kyle Hill, Events Committee chairperson, “and we are grateful and up. Open to the public. Free childcare Jan.10. The dances for 2014 will be for their unwavering support. And so many of the local restaurants are faithfully and provided. For more information, call 508- announced soon. These are fun evenings graciously donate desserts for what will be more than 200 supporters attending the 796-1954. Sib-Shops offer facilitator led dis- scheduled for all junior high school chil- event.” cussions, games, letter writing, community dren. A DJ is provided at the dances. The Nearly 100 percent of proceeds are used for grants helping teachers educate beyond activities and field trips. dances are for 6th, 7th and 8th grades. There the ordinary. WEDNESDAY is a “Once your in, your in” policy. Parents Attendees may participate in a silent auction featuring numerous items such as may pick up their youths outside the front sporting event tickets, gift baskets, a catered lunch for two students with the Burgess JANUARY 22 steps of the Federated Church at 10 p.m. The Elementary Principal Dan Carlson, basketball parties for boys and for girls, and gift STURBRIDGE — Adult CPR and First Aid cost per youth is $7 and snack bar is avail- certificates from area restaurants and businesses. Music for the event will be provid- certification class will be held at able. ed by one of the Tantasqua Regional School bands. Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 Picker Ted., a community-sponsored, non-profit organization, that provides financial sup- Road, Sturbridge. CPR will be from 1 to 3 SATURDAY port through a grant application process for teacher-initiated projects. It is designed p.m. followed by First Aid from 3 to 5 p.m. to encourage students to pursue interests and to excel through innovative education- The classes will be taught by certified JANUARY 11 al activities, projects, and programs and that go beyond the scope of those funded by SOUTHBRIDGE — Southbridge Little instructors. (AED training also available.) the operating budget of the school districts. To learn more about Ted., visit their web- Classes are held bi-monthly. Cost is $60 per League is holding registration on January site at www.TedFound.org. 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Community person (includes both full certifications). Room at the Southbridge Police station. For Proceeds from the trainings support people more information please check out our face- G’s in Sturbridge! Mingle and network with event of snow or an with developmental disabilities in our com- book page. Hope to see you there! your Chamber and a terrific crowd, enjoy overcast sky. munity. To register, contact Corrie delicious appetizers, chances to win great Wetherbee at (508) 347-8181, ext. 104 or SUNDAY prizes and more surprises, too! All are wel- DUDLEY — The First Congregational [email protected]. For come! RSVP by phone at 508-347-2761 or Church of Dudley,135 Center Road is having more information and additional dates, JANUARY 12 email [email protected]. Cost: $10 for a Pork Roast Dinner on Saturday, January visit www.rehabresourcesinc.org. SOUTHBRIDGE — Pilsudski Polish pre-registered Members, $15 at the door, or 18. The menu will include Pork Roast, American Citizens Club Elections and $20 for non-Members. Thank you to our Fun Applesauce, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green FRIDAY Annual Members Meeting will be held at Five Sponsor AmComm Wireless. Beans with Bacon, and Tossed Salad. Sunday, Jan. 12. Voting for the 2014 Club JANUARY 24 Dessert will be Golden Gingerbread with Officers and Board of Directors will be held STURBRIDGE — The Federated Church STURBRIDGE — Adult CPR and First Aid Real Whipped Cream. Servings will be at 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at club headquarters, of Sturbridge and Fiskdale will hold Junior certification class will be held at and 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and 18 Ballard Court, Southbridge with the High Dances from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, Jan. Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 Picker $5 for preteens. There is no charge for chil- annual meeting starting at 1 p.m. All mem- 24. The dances for 2014 will be announced Road, Sturbridge. CPR will be from 1 to 3 dren 5 and under. Ticket reservations are bers are urged to vote and attend this impor- soon. These are fun evenings scheduled for p.m. followed by First Aid from 3 to 5 p.m. recommended. Call MJ at (508) 943-1684. tant meeting. Membership participation is all junior high school children. A DJ is pro- The classes will be taught by certified Tickets will also be sold at the door. key to keep our club going. We need your vided at the dances. The dances are for 6th, instructors. (AED training also available.) Handicapped accessible. support. 7th and 8th grades. There is a “Once your in, Classes are held bi-monthly. Cost is $60 per your in” policy. Parents may pick up their person (includes both full certifications). SUNDAY SOUTHBRIDGE — Holy Trinity youths outside the front steps of the Proceeds from the trainings support people Episcopal Church, 446 Hamilton St. JANUARY 19 Federated Church at 10 p.m. The cost per with developmental disabilities in our com- Southbridge, will hold an Epiphany Agape SOUTHBRIDGE — There will be an all- youth is $7 and snack bar is available. munity. To register, contact Corrie Meal beginning at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12 in you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 7 to 11 Wetherbee at (508) 347-8181, ext. 104 or SATURDAY the Parish Hall. There will be music, a serv- a.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Quinebaug [email protected]. For ice and a pot luck supper. This service and Masonic Lodge, 339 Ashland Avenue, more information and additional dates, JANUARY 25 pot luck supper celebrates the Eucharist in Southbridge. The breakfasts will continue CHARLTON — The Charlton Residential visit www.rehabresourcesinc.org. an informal, early Christian format. This on every month until the third Sunday of Energy Assistance for Seniors (REAS) is invitation is open to the community Holy WEDNESDAY June 2014. The menu includes French toast, pleased to announce the sixth annual Taste Trinity parishioners, their friends and fam- Belgium waffles, custom omelets, sausage of the Town to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. ily.Please join us at whatever time works for JANUARY 15 gravy and biscuits, bacon, sausage, scram- Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Overlook Hotel your schedule. For more information, email STURBRIDGE — Rainbow Loom bled eggs, toast, and more. The cost is $9 for Reception Room, 88 Masonic Home Road. [email protected], visit Bracelet Workshop from 4 to 5 p.m. at the adults and $7 for senior citizens. There is no Limited tickets at $15 each are now available www.Holytrinitysouthbridge.org, like us on Joshua Hyde Library. Create awesome charge for children under 10. through committee members or at the Facebook: Holy Trinity Southbridge or con- bracelets! Ages 8 and over. All supplies pro- Charlton Senior Center. The evening will tact Tamsin Lucey at 774-200-4279. vided. Free. Sponsored by the Friends of the SOUTHBRIDGE — An ecumenical cele- also include a silent auction, a Chinese raf- Library. bration of the Word of God marking the fle and door prizes. For more information MONDAY week of Christian Unity and sponsored by on the Charlton REAS Foundation, please THURSDAY the Ecumenical Fellowship Community visit www.reascharlton.org or call Elaine at JANUARY 13 will be held on Sunday, January 19 at 2 p.m. BRIMFIELD — Tai Chi / Chi Kung JANUARY 16 508-868-5289 or 508-248-2231. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 446 Classes at Hitchcock Free Academy.Explore CHARLTON — Did you get a Kindle, Hamilton St., Southbridge. The theme “Has this ancient yet evolving art form that uses Nook, or other eReader for Christmas this SOUTHBRIDGE — It may be chilly out- Christ Been Divided?” from 1Corinthians slow, deliberate and careful movements to year? Come learn how to download eBooks side, but on Saturday, January 25, it will be 1:1-17 will be reflected on by Pastor Kirsten better understand the body’s performance free from the library. Cynthia Laino from all about the chili inside the Knights of Nelson-Roenfeldt of Bethlehem Lutheran and limits. Receive the benefits of increased C/WMARS will be in Dexter Hall at the Columbus for the third annual Relay For Church. We are all one in Christ, let us sing balance, flexibility,endurance and strength. Charlton Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Life team What the Dickens? Chili Cook-Off and pray together! An ecumenical choir will All abilities and ages welcome to join; stu- Thursday, Jan. 16 to show you how to use and Minute to Win It & Trivia Night. This join their voices in joy! All are welcome and dents under 14 years must be accompanied your library card to download eBooks free cheap and entertaining night out is a fami- encouraged to attend. There will be a free by an adult. Choose from Monday morn- to your device. Register for this program at ly-friendly event to benefit the American will offering given to a local food pantry will ings, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. starting January 13, or the adult circulation desk or call 508-248- Cancer Society and features a chili cook-off be taken. Refreshments will be served after Tuesday evenings, 6 – 7 p.m. starting 0452 x10. with prizes for the best overall chili, the the service in the church hall. January 14. There are 6 classes in each ses- spiciest chili, and the best vegetarian chili, In case of inclement weather cancellation sion and the fee is $45 for Brimfield, SATURDAY as well as prizes for the best trivia teams. or for more information Holland, Sturbridge, and Wales residents; There is a $5 cover at the door, allowing JANUARY 18 call Eileen Demings at 617-429-1798 or all others please add $5. For more informa- people of all ages to take part and enjoy the STURBRIDGE — The Friends of Chris McTigue at 508-248-4726. evening, from tasting and voting on the chili tion, visit www.hitchcockacademy.org or Sturbridge Trails will hold a “Moon & Stars call (413) 245-9977. entries to taking part in the Minute to Win Night Hike” from 6:30 to p.m. Saturday, TUESDAY It & Trivia Night at no additional cost. Chili TUESDAY January 18 at the Heins Farm Trail Head, JANUARY 21 chefs may enter their chili into the cook-off 197 Leadmine Road. Come learn about the as they desire with an additional $5 entry sights (stars) and sounds of the woods at STURBRIDGE — CMS Chamber Seminar: JANUARY 14 Supercharge Your Attitude and Your fee. Doors open at 5 p.m. on Saturday, STURBRIDGE — Fun at Five Networking night! Bring flashlights and dress for the Business: How to get motivated and do more January 25, with chili tasting and voting from 5 to 7 p.m. January 14, at Teddy G’s Pub weather. A warming fire and hot chocolate business in any economy, from 8 to 9 a.m. running until the Minute to Win It & Trivia & Grille, 179 Main Street, Sturbridge. Join await those at the end of the hike. Kids OK, January 21 at Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., Night begins at 7 p.m. For more informa- the Chamber of Central Mass South for our hike distance is about 1⁄2 mile! No Pets! 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge. Part motivation tion, visit facebook.com/dickensrelay or e- first Fun at Five of 2014 as we visit Teddy Event will be postponed to Jan. 25 in the mail [email protected]. GUEST COLUMN Once your torso is on firm ice, roll wet clothes, change into dry object. If this does not work, go for family enjoy a safe season with fun continued from page A10 towards thicker ice. This will bet- clothes to get warmed up and seek help before you also become a vic- filled winter activities on both ter distribute your weight. advice from your physician on tim. Get medical assistance for the land and ice. Remember this ice firm ice. Try to pull your body up Remember that ice you previously medical attention. You need to victim immediately. related ditty: “Thick and blue, using “ice pins” that should be walked on should be the safest. warm up quickly to prevent When walking on or near ice, tried and true; Thin and crispy, hanging around your neck. The After you reach safe ice, don’t hypothermia. keep your pets on a leash. If a pet way too risky.” Minnesota Department of Natural waste precious time, you need to If a companion falls through the falls through the ice do not attempt Resources website provides warm up and dry out. If you are in ice remember the phrase “Reach- to rescue the pet, go for help. Well For other ice safety tips and win- instructions on how to make a a remote area, this means getting Throw-Go” If you are unable to meaning pet owners can too easily ter weather preparedness, check the simple set of ice pins or claws at to or starting a campfire. If you reach your friend from shore, become rescue victims when try- Massachusetts Emergency www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice. are in a more urban setting get to a throw him or her a rope, jumper ing to assist their pets. Management Agency website. car or house. Once there, get out of cables, tree branch, or other The SLAC hopes you and your Friday, January 10, 2014• STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 13 SPORTS Doherty’s speed, athleticism does in Warriors

WORCESTER — A 19- 0 start was more than enough for the Doherty High boys’ varsity bas- ketball team in their Jan. 6 matchup with vis- iting Tantasqua Regional, as the Highlanders led com- fortably throughout before walking away with a 56-32 victory. Doherty (3-3) employed team speed and athleticism that the Warriors (2-4) simply could not keep up with, as the Highlanders led 21-2 after one quarter, 37-10 at halftime and 50- 16 through three quar- ters. Tantasqua’s bright spot, particularly in first half action, was Jarred James. He fin- ished with 7 points and 14 rebounds, including 6 of the points and 10 of the boards before half- time. Other leading scorers for the Warriors includ- ed John Howland (9 points) and Scott Phillips (8 points). Doherty’s highlighted players included Mitch Chandler Beaudoin of Tantasqua jumps with Celaj (13 points), Tim Doherty’s Mitch Celaj during an inbounds pass. Wilkins (12 points) and Youseff Fodaile (10 points, 11 rebounds). Overall the Highlanders won the rebounding battle, 41-34, but Tantasqua continued to show some grit and fight late in the game, as they won second half scoring, 22-19. The Warriors’ junior varsity team displayed some dramatics earlier on, as they battled Doherty to overtime before winning at the buzzer, 50-49. Trailing, 49-47, Tantasqua’s Adam Phillips drained a 3-pointer from the right wing as time expired. Tantasqua’s Jeremiah Sciaraffa attempts to draw a foul while charging into the lane against a Doherty defender. — Nick Ethier

Nick Ethier photos Above, Tantasqua’s Jake Webb fights through two Doherty defenders on his way to the bas- ket. Right, Nick Pechie of Tantasqua dribbles the ball down the court on the fast break. Below left, Tantasqua’s Scott Phillips John Howland of Tantasqua tries to maintain possession of the ball in the draws a Doherty defender in after paint. receiving a pass.

SPORTS BRIEFS Sign up for Auburn Mens Flag Football League The 2014 Auburn Mens Flag Football League, sponsored by the Auburn Recreation and Culture Department, is open to men ages 18-plus with games played Sundays at Lemansky Park in Auburn. The season is to begin March 30 with the draft and scrimmages to take place March 16. Games will be played at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. To register a team or as an individual please visit standupforlaughs.com/flagfootball2014 or email Larry at [email protected]. 14 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014 Spending a winter’s day at OSV

STURBRIDGE — Old Sturbridge Village hosted an array of special win- ter activities during children’s school vacation week in December and early January. Some of the activities includ- ed learning about dipping candles, and how to make a win- ter thaumatrope and a mulling spice bag. Stonebridge Press visited on Monday, Dec. 30 to see what was going on. For more information on daily activities at Old Sturbridge Village visit their website at www.osv.org.

CHELSEA One employee in period costume braves the cold winter winds towards the A group of children and guardians gather their things as they leave Old Sturbridge Village. center of the village. DAVIS PHOTO

An employee speaks and demonstrates to a filled room in the Pottery Shop. An employee explains more to a family about the Freeman Farmhouse.

A man takes a photo of recently dipped candles while an employee answers questions. An employee demonstrates how people dipped candles in the 1800s.

Children and adults enjoy the open land outside of the Freeman Barn.

A group of people enters the Freeman Farmhouse to see more about candles.

Children and parents head back in to the center of the village. An employee answers questions about a garden growing in the center of the village. Friday, January 10, 2014• STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 15 Library story time celebrates literacy

Sturbridge Firefighter/EMT MaryLou Volpe reads to children during the Mother and son enjoy the Sturbridge library’s Sturbridge Firefighter/EMT MaryLou Volpe shows the photos of the story- Monday, Dec. 30, Joshua Hyde Public Library story hour. story hour. book she is reading.

STURBRIDGE — It was a time for jammies and a good read at the Joshua Hyde Public Library earlier this week. Kids from all over town packed the Sturbridge library for their weekly story hour on Monday, Dec. 30. Several books were read, including the classic, Boston-based book “Make Way for Ducklings,” which was read by Sturbridge Police Officer Pete Mullin. Other public safe- ty officials and members of town government were also on hand to celebrate reading.

JOY RICHARD PHOTOS

Local children listen quietly to story hour. Pajamas were the theme of the day at story hour.

Listening to stories is serious business.

Sturbridge Police Officer Peter Mullin reads “Make Way for Sturbridge Town Administrator Shaun Suhoski Ducklings.” reads his book while sporting a colorful bathrobe.

A little book lover munches on a cookie while lis- A parent gets in the pajama spirit and snaps a Sturbridge Police Officer Peter Mullin flips tening to a story. An older listener sips a little hot coco during story hour. quick picture of story hour. through “Make Way for Duckling” before reading. 16 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014

MENUS TANTASQUA REGIONAL POLICE LOGS Editor’s Note: The information clear. JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL contained in these police logs was 7:07 a.m.: Accident, injury, obtained through either press Main St and Willard Rd. Monday, Jan. 13: Hot turkey sandwich releases or other public docu- Arrest/complaint. with cranberry sauce, roasted sweet pota- ments kept by the police depart- 9:22 a.m.: Disturbance/dis- toes, peas and carrots, spiced apple slices, ment, and is considered to be the pute, River Rd. General clear. milk. account of police. All subjects are Dec. 23 Tuesday, Jan. 14: Chicken Parmesan considered innocent until proven 2:18 a.m.: Motor vehicle stop, sandwich, pasta salad, vegetable sticks with guilty in a court of law. If a case Main St. and Fiske Hill Rd. dip, chilled pears, milk. is dismissed in court or the party Arrest/complaint. Wednesday, Jan. 15: Hot ham and cheese is found to be innocent, 2:03 p.m.: Trespassing, Days sandwich, potato puffs, spinach garden Stonebridge Press, with proper Inn, Rte 15. Report completed. salad, fresh fruit, milk. documentation, will update the 6:23 p.m.: Larceny, J C Thursday, Jan. 16: Spanish burrito with log at the request of the arrested Penney’s – Main St. Report com- salsa, hash brown potato, three bean salad, party. pleted. chilled peaches, milk. Boston Ext. Rd. Report complet- Hamilton Inn, Main St. Arrest Friday, Jan. 17: Hot Italian sub, quick ed. complaint. baked potato, coleslaw, strawberry cup, 2:43 p.m.: Accident, property Dec. 21 ARRESTS STURBRIDGE damage, Burgess School Rd. 9:38 a.m.: Fraud/forgery, milk. Dec. 20 Report completed. Whittemore Rd. General clear. David Denham, 51, 172 Main POLICE 3:16 p.m.: Accident, property 12:01 p.m.: Accident, property St. Sturbridge. Domestic assault damage, Hall Rd and Main St. damage, Charlton Rd and TRI-VALLEY, INC. Dec. 17 and battery. General clear. Technology Park. General clear. 3:30 p.m.: Accident, property Dec. 22 Dec. 19 5:57 p.m.: Disturbance/dis- Monday, Jan. 13: Shepherd’s pie, green damage, Mobil Oil Corp, Rte 15. Luis G. Santos, 22, 40 Quail 11:01 a.m.: Accident, property pute, Hamilton Inn, Main St. beans, baked apples. General clear. Run, Southbridge. Operating damage, Charlton and Hall Rd’s. General clear. Tuesday, Jan. 14: Chicken cacciatore, 4:50 p.m.: Accident, property under influence of liquor, negli- Written warning. 6:13 p.m.: Accident, property penne pasta, broccoli, chocolate chip cook- damage, Heritage Xtra Mart, gent operation of motor vehicle. 12:20 p.m.: Accident, property damage, Main St and Charlton ie. Charlton Rd. General clear. Dec. 23 damage, Charlton Rd and Rd. General clear. Wednesday,Jan. 15: Soup: creamy tomato, 6:23 p.m.: Threats/harass- Justin M. Gagnon, 38, 1 Gia Podunk Pike. Written warning. 6:25 p.m.: Disturbance/dis- potato crunch fish, O’Brien potatoes, honey ment, Main St., 1738 House. Lane, Webster. 3:52 p.m.: Domestic Dispute, pute, Hamilton Inn, Main St. glazed carrots, fresh fruit. Report completed. Uninsured motor vehicle, Bates Hill. General clear. General clear. Thursday,Jan. 16: Pot roast stew, red bliss 7:03 p.m.: Accident, property operating motor vehicle with 5:28 p.m.: Accident, property Dec. 22 potatoes, succotash, mixed fruit. damage, Village Pizza, Main St. suspended license, subsequent damage, Just North of Podunk 2:00 a.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Friday, Jan. 17: Chicken mornay, wild General clear. offense, operating motor vehicle Rd – Podunk Pike. General clear. Fisk Hill and E Charlton Rd’s. rice, spinach, granola bar. Dec. 18 with suspended registration, Dec. 20 Arrest/complaint. 12:15 p.m.: Accident, property subsequent offense. 10:09 a.m.: Disturbance/dis- 3:05 a.m.: Armed robbery, damage, Wendy’s Charlton Rd. Gail Marie Mageau, 50, 24 pute, Mass Motion Dance Main and Maple St’s. General General clear. Ashland Ave. Southbridge. EDUCATION Academy – Main St. clear. 2:29 p.m.: Accident, property Shoplifting $100 + by asporta- Citation/by-law issued. 6:33 a.m.: Accident, property damage, Main St and New tion. NOTEBOOK 6:44 p.m.: Domestic dispute, damage, Holland Rd. General Joshua Hyde Public Library • Wednesday, Jan. 15: Rainbow Loom ‘A way to make right something that should be made right’ Bracelet Workshop. Create awesome bracelets! Ages 8 and over. All supplies pro- said. “I have another value in mind of Redetzke said. vided. Free. Sponsored by the Friends of STIPEND $3,200.” Suhoski and Dowling brought up the continued from page A1 the Library.4-5 p.m. Redetzke explained how she created a for- recent example of Police Chief Thomas J. mula to come up with the $3,200 figure. Ford III taking on extra duties as fire chief months ago,” Gimas said. She said under her formula, Barry would while the town searched to fill the position. Worcester Academy After speaking with Barry and Suhoski, be paid $1,758 over the 21 weeks, plus $419 They said that they had to look at the Gimas felt it was necessary to bring the for an extra five weeks and finally an extra strain of the extra duties that were being WORCESTER — Worcester Academy stipend back to the board for a vote. $1,000 for “a job nicely done.” taken on, not how many hours of extra proudly announces its Honor Roll and “If the board were inclined [to approve], I The other selectmen felt the formula did- work were being done. Headmaster’s List for the First Trimester of think it is well deserved,” Suhoski said. n’t fit to the situation. Redetzke acknowledged Barry’s extra the 2013-2014 school year. The stipend was for just the extended “I’m not sure you can always quantify work during the search period. The honor represents the achievements search period of 15 weeks. additional duties… in an hourly way,” “I do know Barbara has worked really that each student has earned through aca- Suhoski proposed that Barry be paid at Dowling said. hard,” Redetzke said, “[but] I cannot sup- demic excellence, challenge, and personal $350 per week totaling $5,250. Suhoski agreed, saying, “It’s really about port more than $3,200.” growth. “For the record … even with this addition- duties and not about hours.” The board ultimately voted in favor of the Among the students are: al compensation the town will have spent Redetzke further explained her reasoning $5,250 stipend compensation 3-1, with Ellexa Menezes of Fiskdale, Class of 2017, $15,000 less than budgeted for the period in for the formula, saying that the board Redetzke voting against it. Honor Roll. question,” said Selectman Mary Dowling. should have a method for stipend compensa- “I feel it’s a way to make right something Owen McDevitt of Sturbridge, Class of Though all of the selectmen agreed Barry tion. that should be made right,” Gimas said. 2016, Honor Roll. should be compensated, Selectman Mary “The next time someone goes above and Aaron Kline of Brimfield, Class of 2015, Redetzke felt the compensation proposed beyond for doing duties, how do we know Chelsea Davis may be reached at (508) 909- Honor Roll. was the wrong amount. we’re not overcompensating or undercom- 4050, or by e-mail at cdavis@stonebridge- Michael Schermerhorn of Brimfield, “If I vote for the $5,250, I would not be hon- pensating someone for those duties,” press.com. Class of 2014, Headmaster’s List. est in my support of this number,” Redetzke AROUND OUR TOWNS Center of Hope Foundation rolls out ‘red carpet’ for auction

STURBRIDGE — On Friday, Nov. 15, the Center of Hope Foundation hosted their 13th Annual Talents & Treasures Charity Auction at The Publick House Historic Inn located in Sturbridge. Once again, Dave Peterson, also known as Peterman from his days of announcing for the Worcester Tornados, welcomed and interviewed our legends, icons, celebrities and VIP’s on the red carpet. Patrons walked along the path of the Talents & Treasures Stars displaying our sponsor’s logos in true Hollywood fashion. A guest appearance from Finz, the Worcester Sharks mascot, reminded every- one of the upcoming “The Sharks Support The Arc” Center of Hope Foundation Event on Jan. 25, 2014. More than 3,000 bobble heads will showcase the Center of Hope’s logo and will be distributed at the Providence Bruins verses the Worcester Sharks game. The Public House provided a delicious dinner and a lovely space for the evening’s silent auction event, as well as showcasing many of the live Auction items, one of which required a bit of a stage for a perform- ance from “Poise, Style, and Motion” dance instructors, Jennifer Valois and Shaun Courtesy photos Cianci. On Friday, Nov. 15, the Center of Hope Foundation hosted their 13th Annual Talents & Treasures “Pioneer Auction Company,” hosted by Charity Auction at The Publick House in Sturbridge, honoring supporters with the “red carpet” treat- Bob Fowler and Michael Fors, focused the ment. bidder’s attention to items such as a week- end getaway to North Conway, N.H., of the event sponsors and overnight stay packages from Courtyard by participants. Marriott Hotel and the Hilton Garden Inn. and non profits such as Toys for Tots and St. Legends: Angel Guard The biggest live auction crowd pleasers were Andrews Bobola’s Church have helped our Products, Inc., Hanover the two round-trip travel tickets to any families to receive, and in some cases ask for Insurance Group, The domestic city donated from Jet Blue, and a specific items for their loved ones during Protector Group, Jet Blue very close second in the bidding war was the this season. Many families are requesting and Style Imperatives one week vacation to the Historic Powhatan the bare necessities, such as food, toiletries Icons: Hunter Foote - Plantation Resort in Virginia. and warm clothing for the winter, and are Gold for Hope and Sadie The net profits generated from this event overjoyed when they learn they may also Greens. benefits more than 600 families that the receive a gift item. Celebrities: All Set Center serves and many more whom are The Holiday Giving Tree Project would Solutions, Courtyard affiliated with the Center of Hope. Since the not be able to handle such a need without the Marriott, Pioneer Auction early years of service, the Center has devel- generous giving of our more fortunate com- Company, Quinsigamond oped the Holiday Giving Tree Project as a munity members, and the continued support Community College, way to remember,appreciate, and offer assis- and participation of this particular event, Southbridge Savings Bank tance to families in need during the holi- the Talents & Treasures Charity Auction, as V.I.P’s: Country Bank for days. Many gently used toys and gift items well as our many other events. The Center of Savings, Hilton Garden have been donated to be refurbished and Hope Foundation cannot express enough Inn, Park Place Salon, packaged for families to pick from for their appreciation to the personal and business Patrick J. Noonan loved ones. As the years have progressed, the communities who have been vital in the sup- Photography, Southbridge benefit of designating a fundraiser, ongoing port of such programs throughout the years. Credit Union, Worcester generosity from individuals and businesses, Once again, the Center of Hope Sharks. Foundation would like to say thank you to all Friday, January 10, 2014 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 17 Town officials eying 2014 Sturbridge ‘behind the times’ with plan also promotes the town to busi- May 8 of last year. Another PLAN nesses and visitors alike,” the meeting was held on Sept. 25 continued from page A1 for solar project completion 2011 Sturbridge Master Plan and the most recent on Dec. 4. states. The working group unani- would need to be answered at Residential opinions were mously voted to approve to rec- for construction and operations for 20 the next public hearing the voiced and heard at the work- ommend that the Planning SOLAR to 25 years, Suhoski said. group would present at — why continued from page A1 ing group meeting as well. Board move to approve the The cost of the project has been esti- the group wants to do this proj- One woman at the Jan. 2 plan that will be presented to mated around $8 million to $10 million, ect and what is wrong with the meeting brought up a topic them. Transportation,” Suhoski said. Suhoski said. tourism district now? Also, The Mass DOT found a piece of their that has been discussed at pre- The group will present at a From here, if no one files an appeal how will the improvement plan vious meetings. Planning Board public hearing land that abuts Interstate 84 that the within 20 days of the Site Plan alleviate these issues and how town would be able to use. “Is burying the power still on Tuesday,Jan. 14, at 6:30 p.m. Approval’s submittal, the project will will the project be funded? being considered?” the woman The meeting will be televised The property is located at 1 Hare be able to file for a permit with the In a 2009 Road, past the eastbound tollbooths for said. on Sturbridge Television, building inspector. Commercial/Tourist District The members of the commit- which can also be accessed the Mass Pike (Interstate 90). BlueWave is hoping to start con- Revitalization Study, the con- “Essentially,the town and Mass DOT tee responded that they had online through the town’s web- struction in March with 90 to 100 days clusions state, “Generally discussed the idea of burying site. will each have a solar array under the for construction to complete from that streetscape improvements project,” Suhoski said. the power lines along the 2- If the Planning Board point, Bubon said. have been consistently identi- mile stretch in Fiskdale that is accepts the plan, they will then The solar facility will help to gener- “We’re looking for the facility to be fied as a desired project for this ate energy for the town, as well as Mass included in the improvement present it to the Board of operational in June of 2014,” Suhoski corridor.” plan with engineers and the Selectmen for approval. DOT, that will go in to the grid. said. As well as improvements “Sturbridge will receive net meter- MassDOT. For more information on the For more information on the history being desired by most of the “It would cost $1.5 million improvement plan, visit the ing credits from National Grid that will of the project visit the town website at residents of the town, the reduce our electric bills,” Suhoski said. per mile to bury the power,” town website at www.town.sturbridge.ma.us. town’s Master Plan also indi- Shevlin said. www.town.sturbridge.ma.us or Through the solar facility the town is For more information on BlueWave cates the need for the improve- estimated to save between $1.5 million Committee member Heather visit the Sturbridge Capital visit their website at www.blue- ments recommended by the Hart added that all residents of Commercial Tourist District’s to $3 million over the term of agree- wave-capital.com. committee. ment. the town would have to pay a website at sturbridgectd.com. “Sturbridge believes that its surcharge if the power was “We figure the savings will be some- Chelsea Davis may be reached at (508) character has both an inward where in the middle of those two fig- buried. Chelsea Davis may be reached 909-4050, or by e-mail at cdavis@stone- and an outward purpose The group has held three at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at ures,” Suhoski said. bridgepress.com. because it is what keeps people BlueWave will remain responsible public hearings so far starting [email protected]. living in the community, but it with a community kickoff on New Year begins with frigid snowstorm

holiday break on Thursday, Jan. 2, SNOW saw their vacations extended by continued from page A1 two days. But for many kids, the extra inches of snow from the first time off wasn’t filled sledding and storm of 2014, dubbed Winter snowball fights. Area parents like Storm Hercules. Kelly McCall Creeon, of Charlton, It might not seem like much, but said they kept little ones inside the two-day storm was enough to because it was simply “too cold.” close schools, municipal offices While pupils in Southbridge and some businesses last week. weren’t due back to school until Students in Sturbridge, the Monday, Jan. 6, the town declared Dudley-Charlton Regional School a snow emergency on Jan. 2, clos- district and at Bay Path Regional ing the Town Hall and Jacob Technical Vocational High School Edwards Library early Thursday who were set to return from their afternoon through Saturday morning. Officials in Charlton made the same call, and in Sturbridge the storm forced the Town Hall to have a delayed opening on Friday morning, Jan. 3. As locals were digging out from the storm, most said the worst of it wasn’t the snow, but the frigid temperatures and powerful wind that came along with it. “I usually don’t mind shovel- ing, especially just this amount of snow,but today is awful,” said Fiskdale resident Ben Curtis, who found shoveling just his short walkway Friday morning an excruciating task in the bit- ter cold. “It’s the bone-chilling Amanda Collins photos kind of cold, and when the wind Crews clear snow from in front of the Sturbridge Town Hall on Friday, Jan. 3. picks up, it’s unbearable.” On the Southbridge Evening Although by afternoon on with the wind chill. Locals hoped the weather wasn’t News Facebook page, Friday the storm was gone, the With gusts expected to reach 36 a sign of a bad season to come. Southbridge resident Tammy skies had cleared, and the sun was mph late Friday, a wind chill advi- “I hope this isn’t a sign of what’s Albertson Dupont echoed out, the blistering temperatures sory was issued through Saturday coming in 2014,” laughed Curtis. Curtis. barely budged. At noon the tem- morning, Jan. 4. Wind chill read- Ben Curtis shovels the steps at his “I shoveled,” she said. “It’s perature in Southbridge, accord- ings were expected to be as low as Amanda Collins may be reached Fiskdale residence after last week’s snow- way too cold to be out there ing to the National Weather 18 degrees below zero in the at (508) 909-4132 or by email at storm, the first of 2014. today.” Service, was an icy 7 degrees; -12 region. [email protected]. Sturbridge Police: ‘The message is getting out there’

son was placed under arrest for OUI, campaign each year, Dessert said. “This really shows that the message is POLICE Dessert said. With the grant money, the Sturbridge getting out there,” Dessert said. continued from page A1 This campaign for Drive Sober or Get Police Department is able to fund deploying “We would like to thank the public for Pulled Over began Monday,Dec. 13, 2013 and extra officers during these special cam- keeping safety a priority while traveling into New Year’s Day, they were still pleased ended on Wednesday, Jan. 1. paign times. with family and friends during this holiday that they made no arrests. This campaign is part of a bigger, nation- “It was clear that commuters took respon- season,” the Sturbridge Police wrote on “We’re also happy that it was an accident- al effort during the 2014 fiscal year to crack sibility for their actions and utilized desig- their Facebook page. free weekend,” said Sturbridge Operations down on drunk drivers. nated drivers throughout this holiday cele- For more information on the Drive Sober Division Lieutenant Earl Dessert. “There “There are four efforts made every year,” bration,” the Sturbridge Police Department or Get Pulled Over campaign, visit the cam- were no accidents that involved serious Dessert said. “Two are ‘Click It or Ticket’ said on their Facebook page. paign’s website at www.nhtsa.gov/dri- injuries and no crashes related to alcohol.” campaigns, and the other two are ‘Drive According to the National Highway vesober or visit the Massachusetts Of the 90 stops made in over six hours Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaigns.” Traffic Safety Administration, America has Executive Office of Public Safety’s website that the Police Department made, 78 result- This fiscal year’s efforts began on Oct. 18, more drunk drivers than most countries at www.mass.gov/eopss. ed in verbal warnings, three in written 2013 through Nov. 1, 2013 as a Click It or have people. For more information on the Sturbridge warnings, seven citations were issued and Ticket campaign. “It’s good to see the public is becoming Police Department visit their Facebook two criminal complaint applications were This year will see the other two cam- more educated about drinking and driving,” page at www.facebook.com/SturbridgePD issued. paigns on May 12 through May 26, which is Dessert said. or their website, www.sturbridgepd.org. “It was a good, safe night for Sturbridge,” a Click-It or Ticket campaign, and a final The NHTSA also states that each year Dessert said. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign on more than 10,000 people die on America’s Chelsea Davis may be reached at (508) 909- This also shows a slight improvement Aug. 13 through Sept. 1. roadways because of drunk driving. 4050, or by e-mail at cdavis@stonebridge- from last year’s New Year’s Drive Sober or The campaigns are federally funded, and Happily for Sturbridge, no injuries were press.com. Get Pulled Over campaign, where one per- Sturbridge applies for the grant to run the caused this New Year’s Eve. Suhoski: Progress on several projects needed in 2014

“It’s definitely something posi- fund this vision,” Suhoski said. Suhoski said, “It’s just not keeping “We will be trying to maintain YIR tive that’s looming in our future,” Along with the topic of grants up with the pace. How do we main- our existing levels of service for continued from page A1 Suhoski said, adding that he and funding, Suhoski hopes to see tain our infrastructure?” the residents,” Suhoski said. would also like to see the Route 20 some benefit, not only for The Chapter 90 funds Suhoski Each year Suhoski is given a set Very recently,the proposed solar Improvement Plan advance Sturbridge, but on a state level as hopes to see raised statewide of goals by the Board of Selectmen facility,which will benefit both the through its stages more. well. would help fund the replacement after his annual review around the Town of Sturbridge and the “We’re working closely with the “I’m hopeful and confident that for the Sturbridge Champeaux month of February. These goals Massachusetts Department of Planning Board for the Route 20 the state Legislature is going to Road bridge. will also affect what objectives Transportation, has obtained the project,” Suhoski said. make an effort to rebuild state aid “The plans [for the bridge] are Suhoski would like to see accom- permits it needs to be built. The Planning Board will hold a to cities and towns,” Suhoski said. nearing their finality, and now we plished. Suhoski says construction will public hearing on the topic on Suhoski specifically hopes this need to figure out how to budget “I’m feeling very good about likely begin in the spring. Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. If the year that the state will choose to $1.4 million for the bridge replace- 2014,” Suhoski said. “Hopefully the facility will be plan is approved it will move to fully fund and release $300 million ment,” Suhoski said. “It’s a very generating power by this sum- Suhoski’s level at the Board of in annual bonding for Chapter 90 important project, especially to Chelsea Davis may be reached at mer,” Suhoski said. Selectmen. funds, which go towards road the folks that live near there.” (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at The use of the solar facility will “If we accept it, we then have to improvements. Other than town projects, [email protected]. save the town money on its electric start looking at whether we can “This past year the governor Suhoski’s goals also include cur- costs. acquire grants and how we plan to only released $200 million,” rent programs and services. 18 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014

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DOUGLAS – 60A NW Main - 3.5 Ac $79,900 DUDLEY – 187 Ramshorn – 2 Ac NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING NEWNEW PRICEPRICE $54,900 reduced NEWNEW PRICEPRICE ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING WEBSTER – THOMPSON – DUDLEY – DUDLEY – 17 Fairfield Dr! 9 Rm CHARLTON – Lot 13 Hannah’s Way! SUTTON – 5 Putnam Hill Rd! 10 Rm DUDLEYSOLD – 191 Ramshorn – 2 Ac 33 Killdeer Island! 20 Babula Rd! Better 2 Dudley Oxford Rd! HUGE WEBSTER LAKE Across From w/Views New Construction! 2,760’! 9 Rms! "Cole-Woodbury Place" A Landmark $79,900 Webster Lake Access w/Killdeer Isl than New 3 Yr Young Split! 1.12 Acres! 9 Rm Colonial! 2 Story Grand Entry! of & Access To! 103 Lakeside Ave! 6 Rm Cape! Appliance Kit! 25’ Frplcd Liv Assoc Membership - Swimming & Granite Kit! 3/4 Bdrms! Master Suite! for All Who Traveled through Sutton! Privacy! Open Floor Plan! SS Frplcd Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! Applianced Kit Ranch! Tile Kit! Frplcd Liv Rm! Rm w/Hrdwd Flr! Din Rm! 4 Bdrms! THOMPSON/Webster Line – Boating! 2 Car Detached Garage w/14’ Appliance Kit w/Isl! Kit & Liv Rm w/Ceramic Tile! 4Bdrms! Master Bdrm 2.5 Baths! 20x20 Fam Rm! Hardwoods! Antique Gambrel Circa 1724 in $64,900 Cathedrals! 3 Bdrms 2 w/Walk In Closets! Master Suite w/Bath! 2.5 Baths! Virtually its Original Greatness! 2.49 Ac Ceilings! 6 Rm Split Entry! 1.17 Acres! w/Cathedral Ceiling! 3 Large Bdrms w/Walk-in Closet & Master Bath! 2.5 Spa Like Bathrm w/Marble Shower! 2 2x6 Construction! Central Air! Trex Lower Level Walk-out Fam Rm! Gardens on the North & South WEBSTER – W. Point Rd - .67 Ac Din & Liv Rm! Applianced Kit! 3 Master w/His/Hers Closets! 2 Baths! 2 Baths Total! Walk-out Finished Lower Baths! 2 Car Garage! Corner Lot! Wrap Deck! AG Pool! 2 Car Garage! Decking! 2 Car Gagage! 1+ Acre! Lawns! Private 2+ Acres! 5 Bdrms! $49,900 Bdrms! Fam Rm Potential! 2 Car Z Oil Heat! 2 Car Garage! Level! 1/2Acre Corner Lot! Gas Heat! SOLD $211,999.00 $219,900.00 Around Deck! Swimming, Boating & $274,900.00 $399,000.00 2.5 Baths! $339,900.00 Attached Garage! $279,900.00 Fishing Within 100 Feet! $199,900.00

SOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT SOLDSOLD ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT SOLD SOLDSOLD MILLBURY – Ramshorn Pond! 59 Davis DOUGLAS - Lake Manchaug! 7 Acre MILLBURY – 3 Broadmeadow Ave! 7 OXFORD – 28 Charlton St! 13 Rm DUDLEY - 26 Mill Street! 4 WEBSTER – 32 Second Island Rd! WEBSTER – 50 Upper Gore! WEBSTER – 13 Birch Drive! Rd! Full Recreational! East Expo - Beautiful Estate! 185' Waterfront! 7 Rm Rm Colonial! 3 Bedrooms! 1.5 Greek Revival said to be “Clara Room Ranch set on 11,700' Lot 6 Rm Cape! Walk to Webster Lake! Views/Sunsets Over Webster Lake! 9Rm Webster Lake Access! 4 Rm Year Sunrises! Custom 8+ Rms, 3,200'! Water Contemp Chalet! Frplcd Liv Rm Bathrooms! Fireplace Living Room! Barton’s Summer Residence”! Stately with a Great Back Yard! 2 Eat In Kit! Formal Din Rm! Large Liv Brick Ranch! 1 Acre! New Granite Kit Round Cottage! Kitchen w/Dining Views from 3 Levels! Cherry Hrdwds! w/Soaring Cathedrals! Wrap Around Family Room with Access to One of the Pillar Front! Grand Stairway! 10’ Bedrooms w/Hardwoods! Living Rm! 3 Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! Hrdwds! w/CTile Flr! Din Rm w/Corner China Area! Comfortable Living Rm! Large Anderson’s! SS Applianced Kit! 20x25 Fam Deck! Lake Facing Master w/Master 2 Decks! Hardwood Floors! 2 Car Ceilings! 6 Italian Marble Fireplaces + Room w/Hardwoods! Oil Heat! Partially Finished Playroom! Cabinet! Frplc Liv Rm w/Picture Master Bedroom! Possible 2nd Rm w/14' Cathedrals! 3 Bdrms! 3.5 Baths! Bath! 3-4 Bdrms! 3 Baths! CAir! Garage! Fenced Level Yard! Main Roof Brick Oven! Servant’s Walk-out Lower Level! Shed! Renovated 5 Yrs Ago Including Window! 3 Bdrms 2 Baths!! Ideal In- Bedroom! Enclosed Porch! Recent 3Z CAir! Buderus! Boat Ramp! Dock! Oversized 2 Story Garage/Barn! Sandy Replaced! Great Access to Highways! Quarters/Apartment! Recent Buderus! Convenient Location! Windows, Roof, Electrical, Plumbing Law! Frplc Fam Rm! Roof! New Furnace! Carport! Fenced $519,900.00 Beach! Dock & Lift! $655,000.00 $197,800.00 Many Updates! $299,900.00 $109,900.00 & Siding! Garage! $209,900.00 $249,900.00 Back Yard! $89,900.00

SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING WEBSTER LAKE – 263 Thompson WEBSTER LAKE – 6 Bates WEBSTER LAKE – 46 Union Point WEBSTER LAKE – 76 Union Point WEBSTER – 1 Dominique Dr! WEBSTER – 3 Dominique Dr! Rd! Huge View of Middle Pond! Crossing! 5 Rm Contemp Ranch! 100' Rd! 75’ Waterfront w/Panoramic Views Rd! 100’ Waterfront! Panoramic Lake Brand New! 6 Rm Split! Huge Under Construction! 6 Rm Split! Huge WEBSTER LAKE – 56 Laurelwood Dr! Middle Pond – Reid Smith Cove! 96’ Level Waterfront! 14 Room Waterfront! Sandy Beach! Open Floor of Middle Pond! Southern Exposure! Views! 13,407’ Lot! 27.5x52’! Cabinet Packed Tile Kitchen 27.5x52’! Cabinet Packed Tile Kitchen Western Exp – Beautiful Sunsets! 12 Rms/3,517’ Custom Built 2011! SS Ranch! Single Family w/2 Additional Plan! Cathedral Ceilings! Spectacular 7 Room Colonial! Open Floor Plan! 3 8 Rm Colonial! Lake Facing Master w/Dining Area! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! w/Dining Area! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! Applianced Granite Kit! Exquisite Formal Din Rm! Lake Facing Frplcd Liv Rm! Apartments/3 Family! 7/4/3 Rms! Lake Views! 2 Bdrms! Lake Facing Bedrooms! 2 Baths! Lake Facing Bdrm! 4 Bdrms! 3 Baths! Applianced Master Suite & Bath! 2x6 Master Suite & Bath! 2x6 Crown Moldings! Cherry Hrdwds! 3/5 Bdrms! 3.5 Granite Baths! Lake Facing 2/2/1 Bdrms! 3 Full + 2 Half Baths! Master! Listed by Another SOLD by Master Bedroom! 2 Car Garage! Kit! 2 Car Detached Garage! Construction! 2 Car Garage! Central Construction! 2 Car Garage! Central Master Suite! 4 Rm In-Law w/Granite Kit! Gas Heat! C/Air! 2 Car Garage! Pub Style Fam Rm! Century21 Lake Realty! Listed by Another SOLD by Century21 Super Convenient! Air! Deck! Town Services! Air! Deck! Town Services! $759,900.00 $599.900.00 $410,000.00 Lake Realty! $563,000.00 $569,900.00 $239,900.00 $239,900.00

ON DEPOSIT SOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD ON DEPOSIT SOLDSOLD SOLD WEBSTER LAKE - WEBSTER LAKE – WEBSTER LAKE – 242 Killdeer Isl WEBSTER LAKE ACCESS – 42 WEBSTER LAKE – 711 Beacon WEBSTER LAKE – 814 Beacon 406 Treasure 4 S. Point Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 29 Union Point WEBSTER LAKE! 18 Fairfield! - North Pond! Sandy Shores! Original Laurelwood Dr! Overlooking Lake! Park! 5 Room Townhouse! Sandy Park! 5 Rm Townhouse! Sandy Beach! Island Townhouse! End Unit! 6 Expansive Views of South Pond! Rd! West Exp! 05 Complete Remodel Killdeer Isl! Western Expo! Beautiful Cottage! 50' Waterfront! 2 Bdrms! Able to Dock Boat! 7 Rm Raised Beach! Lakeside Pool! Move Right In! Lakeside Pool! Completely Renovated! Rms! 2 Bdrms! Master w/Hrdwds & Southern Exp! Tons of Sun! 80' Natural 5 Rm Contemp! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Sunsets! Panoramic Views of North Frplce! Full Bath! Walk-out Ranch! Applianced Granite Kit! Liv Partial Lake Views! Fully Applianced! Move Right In! Lake Views! Lake Bath! 2.5 Baths! Stainless Kit Waterfront! 13,983' Lot! 6+ Rm Ranch Round! Open Flr Plan! Granite! Pond! 100' Waterfront! Huge Level Lot! Basement! Town Services! Summer Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling/Skylights! Din Rm & Frplcd Liv Rm w/Deck Facing Master! 2 Bdrms! 2.5 Tile w/Hrdwds! Din/Liv w/Hrdwds! Updated 6Rm Ranch! Lake Facing Access! Lake Facing Master! Master w/2 Living Levels! 14x18 Master Cathedrals! Frplc! Mstr w/Lake Views! Retreat or Build the Home of Your Fam Rm! 3/4 Bdrms! Recently Baths! C/Air! Garage! Listed by Frplcd Fam Rm w/Tile Flr! CAir! Gas Master Suite! 2 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! 2 $360,000.00 Bath! 2 Bedrooms! 2.5 Tile Baths! Heat! Heated Garage! 2 SLIPS! w/Panoramic Lake Views! Lake Facing Mstr Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! Decks! Dreams! Additional Remodeled Move-n Condition! Another SOLD by Century21 Lake Frplcs! 2 Car Garage! Boat Ramp! Central Air! Garage! $235,000.00 Beach! Pool! Liv Rm w/Full Length Deck! Walk-out Dock! Great for Entertaining! 50x100 Lot Across the Street 2 Car Garage! Gas Heat! $189,900.00 Realty! $479,900.00 Available! $289,900.00 $269,900.00 Lower Level! $399,900.00 Quick Close! $399,900.00

hope2own.com CHARLTON - 312 PARTRIDGE HILL RD WATERFRONT!!! Come Take a Look at the Tranquil Views 508.943.4333 offered by this Unique Property on Charlton Reservoir!! *~* 130 Feet of Sandy Shoreline!! Sharon Pelletier - Broker 100 Acres of Fun! 4666+/- Sq Ft Licensed in MA, CT & RI 4 Bedroom House! A "Magazine Worthy" Remodeled Kitchen!! Quality construction includes WE WANT YOUR "Sapphire Blue" Granite Counters, "Biscotti" Craft-Maid LISTINGS! Cabinets, a Stunning Cherry Island, Kitchen-Aide Appliances including a Double Wall 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 Oven! Main Level has Open Concept with 2 Lake Facing Sliders to Deck. Hard Wired Propane Generator, Pellet Stove! New Septic will be Installed by Sellers!! $399,900 Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! * June Cazeault * Liz Knutelski * William Gilmore II * Laurie Sullivan * Vanessa Kubic Hoenig * Diane Strzelecki * Matt Ross

WEBSTER LAKE - 6 BATES XING WEBSTER LAKE - 2 SOUTH POINT RD WEBSTER ~ 8 MIKES WAY DUDLEY - 171 WEST MAIN STREET

SOLD Come home to this charming hip roof colonial! Great Neighborhood setting - yet tucked away for NEW LISTING! Larger than it appears!!! This 4+bedroom Panoramic view of Webster Lake! Fantastic south fac- maximum privacy! Formal living & dining rms, 1.5 bath cape has all of the special character and charm of NEW LISTING. First Time Offered. Young Waterfront plus a cozy fireplaced family rm - ALL w/beautiful its time!! Home sits back on a long , wooded lot with drive- ing location! 62 ft of prime lakefront! Deep 10,489 sq way that extends the length of property for plenty of parking Contemporary ranch! Prime waterfront 100ft level lot! ft lot! Flagstone and concrete patios! Full concrete, hardwood floors! Lovely kitchen & informal dining Spectacular Beach! 30x50 house footprint! Great for area !! Home has 8 spacious rooms with plenty of storage! walkway at water’s edge! 2 docks! 2 story cape home! w/ceramic floors & French doors to private rear Property has all new replacement windows and could also entertaining! Cathedral Ceilings! Full front 56ft. water- 4 bdrms! 2 full baths! Walkout lower level family room! deck! Large front to back master bedroom, 3 Brs be used for specific small business use purposes or to be facing deck! 11021 sq. ft. lot! $449,900 New Price! $449,900 total! 2 car garage! $299,900 just a Great family home!!! Need to see this one! $162,500. WEBSTER - 7 HARRIS STREET Featured New Listing! SOUTHBRIDGE - 20 TILLYER AVE UXBRIDGE - 28 VINE STREET • Come Home to this Beautiful Grand Hip Roof Colonial! Great Location w/166' frontage on Cul De Sac, Very Private! R Features a 2 Story Center Hall Foyer, 20x13 Gourmet Kitchen w/Center Island, Pantry, Granite & Stainless, Ceramic Flrs, Dining E Area w/Atrium Door to Private Rear Deck. Formal Dining Room, French Doors to the New Listing: Great 8 rm split has been A First Time Offered! 2300 Sq Ft Georgian Formal Living Room/or a Perfect Home lovingly cared for! Gleaming hardwood Colonial! Grand Entry Foyer! Beautiful Curved Office, Incredible 14x20 Sky-lit Family Room w/Fireplace & Tray Ceilings! 1st Flr Mudroom/Laundry flrs., granite kitchen floor! Formal dining Open Staircase! 4-5 Bedrooms! 2.5 Baths! Entrance from 2 Car Attached Garage, Hardwood & Ceramic Flooring! 3 Spacious Bedrooms, 2-1/2 rm w/sliders to expansive wrap-around L Master Bath! Gas Heat! Central Air! Bonus Baths, including an 18x13 Master Bedroom w/Tray Ceilings, Walk In Closet & Private Master Bath. porch! Fireplaced lower level! Economical 25x37 Two Story Carriage House! Wait til you see the 990 sf+/- Finished Walk Out LL Comfy/Cozy! Pellet Stove! Municipal Water & gas heat! 2 car garage! $179,000 Sewer, Central Air, Security System! $ 384,900. New Price! $179,900 E WOODSTOCK - 1453 ROUTE 169 WEBSTER LAKE - SOUTH POINT RD WEBSTER - 8 STOUGHTON AVE S T First Time Offered!! Oversized Custom Ranch! ~ A Very Clean ~ Lovely Setting in Woodstock CT! WEBSTER LAKE LOT House is Located atop Grassy Knoll! Distant Estate Sale Opportunity: Grand old colonial. Beautiful Aesthetically pleasing! Great Architecture! Loads Picturesque Views from Private Backyard!! 2 custom woodwork. Loads of character. Gorgeous for- of Character! Well Kept older home has plenty to T Bedrooms - but Plenty of Space for a Third!! Master Southern exposure! Panoramic view! mal living/dining combination. Separated by natural offer! Many spacious rooms! Eat in kitchen! sm. Bedroom has 8x14 Walk-in Closet/Storage Room or Breathtaking morning sunrises! Architectural wood archway. With outdoor access to wrap around 1/2 bath! 4 large bdrms! 2 car detached garage! Convert to Office Space! Extra Large Living Room ~ drawings! Engineered and approved, conser- porch. Grand custom wood staircase. 4 spacious 2nd Gas Heat! This is a gem! floor bedrooms. 2-car garage. Closest to exit3 off Rte Complete Handicap Features. Propane Powered New Price $154,900 E Generator!... 2 Car "Plus" Garage! $250,000 vation site plan! Buy now! $199,000 39 $139,900 4 • THE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014

Brenda Ryan Jan Melissa Mary Jo Spiro Vivian Broker- DiGregorio Cournoyer Demick Thomo Marrero- Owner Hilli Doros “We are part of Make Southbridge Home” • 201 SOUTH STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 508-765-9155 1-800-784-0445 REDUCED Robin Debra Debbie Joan Chad Michelle Stan OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE NEW LISTING Giguere FAX: 508-765-2698 Nordby- Thomo Lacoste Splaine Roy Misiaszek Rivera Now offering rental services HISTORIC LOW INTEREST RATES Southbridge: BIG OPEN HOUSE 12-2PM SUN WALES-SUNDAY QUINEBAUG-SUNDAY WEBSTER WARE SOUTHBRIDGE YARD comes with this Southbridge: Seller will pay 3 BR, 1.5 bath Victorian, freshly 7 Lake George Rd-12-1 84 Old Turnpike Rd-12-1 Watch the sun rise & set on the 4 BR Colonial with hardwood Quaint Home with 7 $2000 in buyer’s closing Charming, move-in ready 2 BR front porch of this 3 BR, 2.5 floors. Large family room, din- painted! 3 season porch entry- 7 yr young Colonial, sits back REDUCED costs! AWESOME HOME in Ranch! Cozy single level living bath Colonial! Gas fireplace, ing room, living room w/ french way. Spacious kitchen, lots of rooms 3 bedrooms. from road on over 4 acres! 3 BR, with a bright, good-sized R OPEN HOUSE great & desirable neighbor- 1.5 baths, full w/out basement. MBR with walk-in closet, 1st doors. Washer/dryer in 1st floor storage. $149,000. Wonderful kitchen, hood! Well maintained Brick kitchen. Level lot near river. Stewart & Stewart. Just move in and enjoy! Many recent updates. $129,900. floor laundry, c/air…more! bath. $99,900. first floor bedroom, Ranch! 7 rooms 3 bed- $238,500. Lisa Boudreau. Ingrid Helena Karp. $310,000. Ingrid Helena Karp. Wendy McFarland. 2nd floor playroom or rooms 2 baths! 2 fireplaces! office. 2 sheds. Move Lovely 3 season porch over- in condition! looking beautiful back yard! Lower level has family room $139,900. plus full bath-great in law set up. 2 car gar. $179,900. 38 Bruce Lane. Southbridge: Want Southbridge: Wonderful & Country Living but only Spacious 2 family on 1/2 minutes to area amenities! acre of land! Owner occu- This beautiful and updated pied for many years. First SOUTHBRIDGE STURBRIDGE HOLLAND BROOKFIELD STURBRIDGE E Cape is the place for you. 6 floor has 7 rooms 3 bed- Nicely maintained 3 BR, 1.5 Well maintained 4 BR, 2.5 bath One of the best views of Spectacular WF 2 BR, 2.5 bath Move right in to this multi-level rooms 3 bedrooms 2 rooms-all modern and bath Split Entry. Kitchen/DR Colonial on corner lot. Front- Hamilton Res! 2 BR waterfront townhouse style condo in small 3 BR, 1.5 bath home! Many baths. Fireplace. redone. Beautiful kitchen totally new. Brick FP in living back LR/DR w/ fireplace, hard- home with fireplace, open living complex! End unit has 2 stall updates including kitchen, roof, Hardwood floors. Recent and formal dining room. room, Fieldstone FP in base- woods. Remodeled kitchen. area, skylights. Passed Title V. garage. Brick fireplace, windows. Fireplace, attached paint. Ceramic Tile in bath. Laundry right in full bath. 2nd floor was 2 apts but combined so you have 6 rooms ment. Garage under. $179,900. Tons of storage. $342,900. $335,000. Lisa Boudreau. screened patio room. garage. $219,900. Cindy Sowa Master bedroom & 2nd bedroom has generous closets, Bob Maynard. Cindy Sowa Forgit. Forgit. his & hers. L shaped composite deck. PLUS 3 season 4 bedrooms 2 baths. All rooms are BIG with living area of $169,900. Dennis Bottcher. porch to watch wildlife from! $199,900. Owner relocating! 1500sf which is bigger than most Ranches. Garage. Shed. Nice Nice! AWESOME gardens! Private backyard. $169,900. Southbridge/Sturbridge Southbridge: CHEAP Line: FANTASTIC NEW HOUSE in MOVE IN NEIGHBORHOOD! Your CONDITION! A dream home is being built! $124,900! Owner’s job Located in a prestigious forces sale of home! 6 cul-de-sac with high quali- rooms 2-3 bedrooms, ty homes to be built & huge eat in kitchen, din- some already built. Deed ing room open to living 508-943-7669 • 508-949-3205 restrictions in place! Town Services. 8 room 3 bedroom 2 room. Gleaming hard- 1/2 bath Colonial with attached 2 car garage. Quality con- wood floors. Nice back deck overlooking wooded area. JoAnnSoldMyHouse.com Maria Reed Diane Luong Bob Zannotti Dave Vitkus Martha Convers struction. Well known builder. Prices start at 508-873-9254 774-239-2937 508-414-8101 774-230-6550 774-288-9521 BUY DON’T RENT! $124,900! Must sell! Jo-Ann Szymczak $309,900.Graywood Estates off Dennison Dr. CRS, GRI, SRES Realtor LICENSED IN MA & CT Connie Nedoroscik Call any agent listed above Marketing Co-ordinator “Home Ownership Matters” for a showing L Re/Max Professional Associates OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12-2 - * 1 level living w/ Realtor/MLS JAN. 12, 2014 finished lower Conrad M. Allen Broker/Certified appraiser AGENCY CAR * 2 car attached garage level WHITINSVILLE * For home Serving Worcester County and NE CT. BONUS ENTHUSIAST * 2 car detached garage 508-400-0438 * Custom salt water office, in-law [email protected] • www.ConradAllen.com inground pool potential or * 30’ family room playroom, OXFORD 3 BEDROOM CAPE ON * Gas heat, C/A, C/V hobbyist, ONE ACRE. SOUTHBRIDGE * 9’ ceilings throughout or larger family * 1.8 acres room Remodeled three bedroom cape with a new Seller costs over $600,000 * Main level 1848 sq ft open floor plan farmer’s porch, new roof, new kitchen, floor NOW!! $445,000 * Brand new roof covering, 1.5 baths and much more. View virtual Seller wants buyer who * Minutes to Rte. 146 Oversized two car detached garage with tour on line E additional bay. Immediate occupancy. APPRECIATES quality Only $189,900. 895 Dennison Dr neighborhood 57 Oriole Dr - CALL TO SEE THIS RANCH! LIST NOW!! OXFORD - $229,900 3 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH SPLIT ENTRY SOLD SOLD SOLD CALL JO-ANN OXFORD OXFORD OXFORD This home is a close to being new without just being built..The * Experience roof, deck, windows, walls, ceilings, floor coverings, etc are all S less than three months..There is a new cabinet packed kitchen and N DEPOSIT with new ceramic tile floors..There is new dishwasher, range O and microwave appliances..The living room has a fireplace with * Performance new wood floors..The bathroom is new with gorgeous ceram- ic tile..There is a new fireplaced family room in the lower 2 Plantation Rd 62 Quobaug 168 Charlton St level..There is also a large workshop area in the lower level..In- ground enclosed swimming pool..The lot is almost an acre and is all level and open for use..Look out your new deck and enjoy the privacy..Located on a dead end street and 2 miles from route 395..Call for a private showing and be in for the holidays. T WEBSTER LAKE TOWN HOUSE WEBSTER WITH GREAT VIEWS OF BEACON PARK GARDEN UNIT Open House Directory WEBSTER LAKE Deadline: Monday at 10am This is one of a Hard to find gar- kind town- den unit at (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse OLD house. It has Beacon Park. (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult S so many extras Enjoy waterfront A living at its best. (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment Community and updates that you have No need to go to to see. the Cape and SUNDAY, JANUARY 12, 2014 Awesome cabinet packed kitchen 3 fight the traffic. years young. Ceramic pellet stove for This unit contains cozy winter nights. Gorgeous views 1200 square feet SOUTHBRIDGE from with either floor. Master bed- of living area. 5 895 Dennison Dr S 12-2 $445,000 Re/Max Advantage 1 room has awesome views f Webster rooms with two bedrooms. T Lake. Priced to sell at $239,900. All this for $208,900 Jo-Ann/Bob Zannotti 508-414-8101 DUDLEY OXFORD 4 BEDROOM CAPE DUDLEY 6 Jons Way S 1-3 $229,900 Re/Max Advantage 1 $159,900 IMMACULATE GAMBREL Dave Vitkus 774-230-6550 A little TLC is 7 rooms 3 WEBSTER needed to bedrooms 2 bring this 6 full baths all 17 Cutler St C 12-2 $79,900 Re/Max Advantage 1 E room 4 bed- for $239,900. Jo-Ann Szymczak 774-230-5044 room 2 full Lots of extras bath cape to come with its previous this home. splendor. Fireplaced liv- Located on a dead street with easy ing room, first floor family room, access to Rt. 395. This is a great large rooms throughout with over To have your open house listed in this directory home for those with a large or grow- 2000 sq ft of living area. Two car ing family. Call for a private appoint- garage with an acre of land. please contact Sandy @ 508-909-4110 ment. Excellent value. THOMPSON – THE ULTIMATE WEBSTER COLONIAL WITH HIDE AWAY FOUR BEDROOMS BANK FORECLOSURE SALE 76+ acres of pristine land. 7 rooms 4 Three Bedroom Colonial Style Single Family Residence Approximately bedroom 2 to be sold on the premises at 35 acres open. full baths. N DEPOSIT Beautiful Looking own O 16 Prospect Street, Whitinsville, Massachusetts your own pri- gourmet Tuesday, January 28, 2014 vate hunting kitchen, front Sale to Commence at 11:00 AM sanctuary? to back f/p How about kitchen, 2-3 Terms of Sale: fishing and boating? Frontage on season porches, 2128 sq ft of living A Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollar deposit in area. In-ground pool, irrigation sys- cash or certified check will be required at the time and place of Long Pond allows lot’s of options. Land abuts Webster for easy access. tem, professionally landscaped, two sale with the balance due within twenty one (21) days of the sale. $375,000 car garage and more. $299,900 All other terms to be announced at the sale. For Further Information Contact: Dennis M. Sullivan, Esq., Attorney for Milford Federal Savings and Loan Association, 12 50 Years Experience Congress Street, Milford, Massachusetts 01757. (508) 473-4811 Buying or Selling? Call Us Now Edward D. Larkin, Auctioneer, No. AU899, 280 Main Street, 196 Park Ave., Worcester, MA 01609 Milford, MA 01757 Inger Christensen TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com 508-943-4790 • 508-769-3823 (cell) [email protected] (email) www.IngerC.com WEBSTER OXFORD GOT A HOUSE FOR SALE?

This is the place to sell it! Large Colonial, 9 rms, 4 bdrms, 2nd floor inlaw, Your ad will be Blueberry Lane Contemporary, 2100 sq ft, 8 rms, 2 full lots of extras, great for business opportunity, can baths, 2 half baths, open floor plan, fireplaced family sell in yard (cars) on Main St. or professional mailed to 50,000+ room, tiles, deck, finished basement, 2 car garage, over offices. 1 acre. $224,900 $389,900 Must see it! FOR households SALE throughout Southern Worcester GOT A HOUSE County. FOR SALE? To advertise on our real estate section, please call your local Look for that new home in sales representative at 1-800-367-9898 our real estate section. Friday, January 10, 2014 • THE VILLAGER • 5 Dining & Entertainment Visit these fine establishments for great food and entertainment Call Nate at 508.909.4064 to advertise

Great Parties Over & Function 50 Years of Room New England 260 West Main Street, West Brookfield, MA 01585 Hospitality! Fireplace Feast Hexmark Tavern We’re serious about great food. Now through April Serving great food in a casual atmosphere And that’s no tall tale. Advanced ticket sales required Tues.- Sun. open at 4 p.m. Closed Mondays. Visit website or call for dates Friday 4-9pm Full Liquor License • Call for Reservations 858 Main Street, Southbridge Winter Schedule In our Tap Room 508-764-3349 January: Main Dining Room open Fri. - Sun. January 17 & February 28 @ 7pm www.finsandtales858.com Hexmark Tavern open Friday February & March: Main Dining Room open Norm Tonelli OUR GIFT TO YOU... Thurs., Fri., Sat. & Sun. Playing your favorites from the 70’s & 80’s FREE $20.00 Gift Certificate Hexmark Tavern open Thurs., & Fri. with the purchase of $100 or more of *ON VACATION March 24 - April 2. Reopening full schedule on April 3.* Gift Certificates! Dining Room Hours: Friday 11:30-9:00, Saturday 5:00-9:00, Sunday Noon-8:00 www.salemcrossinn.com (508)867-2345

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Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens Soup

This hearty soup combines two lucky foods, black-eyed peas and collard greens, with vegetables and smoky ham. Serve with thick slices of toast- ed crusty bread.

Ingredients:

2 cups dried black-eyed peas 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 bunch collard greens, tough stems and 1 large yellow onion, chopped ribs removed, leaves thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 carrots, chopped 1/2 pound cooked Black Forest ham or 1/4 teaspoon sea salt smoked turkey breast, cut into small Ground black pepper to taste cubes (optional) Cayenne pepper to taste 2 stalks celery, chopped

Directions:

Heat oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onion, garlic, ham and celery and cook until onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Add peas and broth, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until peas are tender, about 45 minutes. Add collard greens and carrots and simmer until

To advertise on this page tender, 15 to 20 minutes more. Season with salt, pepper and cayenne and serve. call Nate at 508-909-4064

Too delicious to pass up! To advertise on our dining page, call Nate at 508-909-4064 or email [email protected] If you commit to advertise for eight weeks, you will get an ad this size FREE! Deadline for the next issue is Friday at noon. 6 • THE VILLAGER • Friday, January 10, 2014 Valley Gives Day at HFA a success

BRIMFIELD — Hitchcock Free Academy extends a hearty thank you to all of the volun- teers, donors, and participants who helped make our first Valley Gives Day event a great success! Forty-one donors contributed $2,720 all in one day on Thursday,Dec. 12. It was a day to remember, reading “Stone Soup,” preparing and enjoying a healthy batch of our own stone soup, listening to live music, creating crafts, trying out belly dance, aerobics, Zumba, Yoga, and Tai Chi, participating in a performance with Holly the Elf, and having a chat with Santa. For more information, visit www.hitchcockacademy.org.

Union 61 Playgroup Leader Karen DiStefano reads the story “Stone Soup” to preschoolers.

Courtesy photos Local band “Livestock” performs snappy tunes — Dave Richardson on mandolin, Chet Fairchild on bass, John Cloutier on dobro, and Jim Lamothe on guitar.

Stirring the ingredients of the stone soup.

Helping wash the beans that will be part of Hitchcock’s stone soup.

Santa arrives and gives a hug to Anya Kittredge Santa’s youngest visitor of the day — 10-week-old from North Brookfield. Micha’el Rishi Kittredge.

Union 61 Playgroup gives three cheers for delicious soup.

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ARTICLES FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE BOSE CINMATE Electrical 9-ft. x 55’ For sale HP MAHOGANY 010 FOR SALE beveled glass DIGITAL HOME DINING ROOM Material AMANA THEATRE SET Industrial, Commercial, WASHING PHOTOSMART HUTCH tabletop Residential MACHINE PRINTER A636 $150.00 1/2-inch thick SYSTEM WITH REMOTE $800.00/negotiable Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, 508-943-8107 12’ ALUMINUM & MANUAL Model #8637A V HULL $100.00 *********** Coils, Overloads, Fuses, $30.00 Call 774-230-9457 Breakers, Meters, FRIGIDAIRE or best offer with 6 HP gas engine and 36 ASKING $175.00 GRANDFATHER Punches, Pipe-Benders. lb. trolling motor included (508)987-1104 REFRIGERATOR 508-347-3145 On trailer CLOCK (Black) MARX LEATHER $1,200 OBO New Recessed Troffer ALL IN EXCELLENT $500.00/negotiable Flourescent 3-Tube MATCHING T-8 277V Fixtures 50” JVC TV RECLINING CHAIR CONDITION COLEMAN STOVE ********** Buy all or separate COMPOUND BOW Coffee Table Enclosed King Size Two burner For pictures or $56 Each AND OTTOMAN PSE MODEL $30.00 Mint Call Bedroom Set By Lane 11 arrows with case $25 OBO other questions Call 5pm-8:30pm 6 piece cherry wood Original price $699.00 $400 OBO Side Table 860-576-5462 774-280-9565 508-867-6546 1-774-571-0189 sleigh bed Asking $300.00 $60.00 [email protected] Call 508-764-6058 $2500.00 RATORO 22” 42” TV with Stand COUCH or best offer PERSONAL PACE $350.00 $50.00 Dining Room Set 508-272-7110 Soild Maple ELVIS PRESLEY FOR SALE MWR 508-981-9033 Table, 5 Chairs and Hutch CHRISTMAS Baby Carriage Used once for 1 hour KENMORE $280.00 WHISPERTONE Asking ALBUM Crib (2) BEHIND CAB $275.00 Playpen LADIES’ COATS WEATHER GUARD VACUUM The first five recordings, vari- Baby Sled Call 413-245-9312 ous other LP’s and box sets with Handle/Wheels between 1-6 p.m. TOOL BOXES $75.00 China Call for details FOR SALE (1) like new Band Saw Dinner Set 508-885-9992 Table Saw $350 HUGE TV A beautiful 32” length (1) in good condition 8 piece place setting natural mink jacket $50.00 white background $150 508-347-7013 Size large, color mahogany ALL IN EXCELLENT w/pink roses Estate Items (Sturbridge) $50.00 Purchased at Macy’s and worn (1) In Bed Tool Box CONDITION HOOVER Antique Bricks only twice MINI ENVIRO In good condition Coffee Table CANISTER Terracotta Floor Tiles Paid $7,000 $150 $30.00 508-789-0864 Granite Slabs Will sacrifice for $4,000 PELLET STOVE WINDTUNNEL 508-248-7812 $1500.00 Call 413-245-6521 Side Table $150.00 or best offer FOR SALE Red leather 34” jacket or 413-478-1469 $60.00 Exercise Bike—$35 with tuxedo front fur BRADBURY ORECK Excel stair lift Golf Clubs/Bag—$50 Full zip out lining, size large 42” TV with Stand DINING ROOM 13.5’ rail Table Saw—$50 Asking $500.00 MINT HORSE $45.00 $1400 Vintage Table Jig Saw—$50 $350.00 TABLE Wooden Boat in Glass Case — COLLECTION London Fog with cabinet ENTERTAINMENT $175.00 Aladdin $100 all-weather coat 508-981-9033 Maple, very good condition, 16,000 BTU Air Conditioner — Exellent condition (3) KINCAID CENTER reading magnifier Color khaki, size 12 $200.00 beautiful base, 42”x66” $40 Never worn “KNOCK-OFF” $50.00 $160 Upright Freezer — $100 four leaves extended table Tickets still on 508-987-9211 PAINTINGS to 106” inches Asking $125.00 cherry framed and matted Call (almost 9’ feet) Haier 508-764-2054 $300.00 Call 508-764-1268 4 cu,ft refrigerator Call 860-963-0117 774-321-0662 or 203-610-9807 $110 BELL-NEW LADIES MOTORCYCLE Hospital Bed NASCAR ALPACA BEAN crank For Sale HELMET Natural Alpaca DINING SET/ HUTCH $50 Lg.7 cu.ft. GE Gas Dryer. Die-Cast Models $125.00 Fertilizer $450.00 6 yrs old, runs great. They’re Back! Pre-composted Stackable plates incl. $5 And Up! OAK YOUTH BED Great for your garden Realistic DX100 Washer died. LARGE FISHER BRAND NEW SHIPMENT! $10 per bag ROLL TOP DESK Model#DCVH660GHGG SPEAKER w/mattress CUSTOM PINE $375.00 Receiver $100.00 Call TRESTLE TABLE $70 $200.00 $50.00 Blessings Farm 508-238-5233 508-981-9718 5 H Foote Road leaves (opens to 10’), BOSTON ROCKER ANTIQUE CHAIR Charlton HON SIDE CHAIRS lazy susan, $100.00 Woodworking 508-248-1411 $100.00 protective pads, $75.00 8 chairs. Tools 508-479-9752 Angle Iron Cutter BRASS GLASS TABLE FOR SALE SWORD SET For Shelving Matching work island with SET 815-222-9323 Child’s Rocker $10 32” Long 2 drawers, 2 doors, $200.00 Boyds Bears $50 $55.00 4W296, HK Potter 2790 removable plexiglass cover. NEW H.D. Normally Sells For $700 MEZZANINE $90 OBO CASTOR CONVERTER 508-867-6775 SMALL DROP LEAF $3,000 negotiable. TABLE ON WHEELS 3500 sq. ft., 15 ft. high 508-765-1514 $75.00 Tons of load factor Call 5pm-8:30pm $65.00 Includes decking 508-867-6546 39 CHEVY COUP PRO- 3-year-old GAS LOG FOR MANY RECORD ALBUMS 66% off Farm Fresh Eggs Only $34,900.00 PFAFF JECT $2.00 dz. SALE MANY HARDCOVER BOOKS $5,000.00 Call 774-696-3397 EXPRESSION 2.0 Danish Teak 860-576-5462 Jotul GF200 LP Gas ~Antiques~ $650 OBO 774-452-3514 SEWING/QUILTING Dining Room Set BODY SHOP TOOLS Hoosier Cabinet Excellent condition Fisher Minute MACHINE Oak Round Table/chairs Table (39.5 x 59) Paid $1100.00 Oak Hutch with 2 leaves, 2 arm chairs, 508-494-7857 Snow Plow MINI KOTA New Used 3 times Will sell for Mahogany Secretary Desk 2 side chairs 7 1/2 Ft. with cutter edge. ELECTRIC Queen PillowTop $800.00 Mahogany Hutch (reupholstered 8/13) Good condition FISHING MOTOR Mattress Call 508-335-1138 Pie Safe Hutch Made in Denmark No under carriage frame LAZYBOY Oat Bureau $750.00 or wiring 36 lb. thrust, 5 speed with Box Spring 2 Drop-leaf Mahogany Tables Price Neg. $125 OBO RECLINING COUCH in Original Plas- Maple Rocker/Glider 413-668-8890 Asking $1800 Gold Chenille $150.00 4 Section Oak Book Seat DREMEL OSCILLATING 508-885-2053 FITNESS POWER Brand new tic Leave message $995.00 508-344-9555 TOOL RIDER Peerless Mod6300 Call: 508-410-7050 Cast Iron Broiler $55.00 $100 OBO 774-200-1194 $450.00 Fisher Minute Call 508-943-2174 774-449-8012 APPROXIMATELY 80 OF- Desk/Bureau MAKITA RANDOM Snow Plow NEW or FICE CHAIRS ORBIT SANDER 7 1/2 Ft. with cutter edge. LED R-30 INDOOR $75.00 Good condition SLEEPER SOFA 508-277-8735 (cell) From $10.00 ModB0500 FLOODLIGHTS $45.00 No under carriage frame by Philips Olive green DESK or wiring 12w = 65w Never been slept on CONFERENCE Lg. Pet Carrier Instant on, very bright Asking $800.00 50%-70% OFF $30.00 BLACK&DECKER Asking $1800 plus dimmable or best offer TABLES ROUTER 508-885-2053 GENERATOR/ Lasts 22.8 years 508-347-5565 LARGE at bargain prices 1-1/4HP Leave message INVERTER Big box stores sell for INVENTORY Call 774-696-3397 New Tire Rim $35.00 $26-$30 New Windows, Doors, 60 R16 Honda EU3000is. YOU PAY $15.00 each Appliances, HILTI TE100 ROTARY Excellent Condition. or 4 per case $50.00 OFFICE CHAIR Fans, Lights, ARCHERY, $30.00 HAMMER/DRILL FLATSCREEN Very low usage. Call Keith Vanities, Pedestal Sinks ENTERTAINMENT Electric start & pull start. $30.00 Toilets HUNTING COMBINATION Very quiet. 508-524-9328 Great for electronics. Kitchen Sinks EQUIPMENT Small Desk CENTER ELECTRIC CHORD Faucets $85.00 HILTI BITS 19” w x 24” h x 54” l Asking $1500.00. Lawn, Garden & AND ASSORTMENT Excellent condition 860-935-0072 ORGAN Carpenter Equipment ACCESSORIES $100.00 Mike. Fireplace Log Sets LONG DRESS $75.00 In Excellent Condition Golf Clubs/Bag BLACK&DECKER & Tools Call 508-764-6908 508-867-3729 LEATHER COAT 413-531-2433 $45.00 VARIABLE SPEEED (Black) EXTERIOR DOOR JIG SAW HEADBOARD FULL ADJ. Large med. zip-out liner Micro suede, oatmeal w.esp with belt W/JAM Antique Printers $18.00 For Holiday with leather driving gloves BEDROOM SET wood trim 3 ft. wide;6 ft. 8” high 3 Pieces, Queen Size Drawers Entertaining $125 OBO Only worn twice $250.00 coat $125.00 8’ Werner Step Black with $15.00 ea. 508-461-9626 2 Leather Couches Marble Design Surface Let go at $150.00 Ladder 42”Lx33”Hx23”W COFFEE/ If less, we’ll talk Excellent Condition A-1 Condition ESPRESSO 508-764-2274 TWO SUNROOF Excellent condition Display Cabinet Originally $350 MAKER 82 $75.00 $600.00 Asking $275 (Donna) Or Best Offer $50.00 12 cups KITS Drop Leaf Desk $75 OBO $100.00 508-234-9320 Showtime Good condition 774-452-3514 $175.00 ELECTRIC Rotisserie/BBQ HONEYWELL AIR Oven CLEANER GIRL’S 22” BIKE SCOOTER Mahogany Gold (Cooked a 15lb Turkey in rm sz, 15x20 $40.00 HAMILTON BEACH From the Scooter Store $50 OBO BLUEBIRD BOXES Paid $4,000 it!) Cup Race Boat ROASTER Accessories included 26 ft. Replica of 1926 race $5 each DINING ROOM SET Asking $3,600 Call 508-765-0621 $20.00 Get your boxes ready now Will negotiate $139 NEW boat. 5-step bottom LARGE MAPLE for early spring 48” table w/2 - 12” leaf Asking $75 327 chevy engine. Six chairs and glass-front Please call Jim at arrival of bluebirds 508-344-6862 or Includes Trailer BUREAU 508-867-3729 860-481-9003 hutch (508)234-2573 $65,000 Mint condition 508-860-5096 $130.00 Woodstock $450 or best offer Call 508-259-8805 508-885-9906 774-452-3514 JANUARY%T10,OWN 2014-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS% A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION% 3

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APARTMENT apartment with appliances CEMETERY LOT Completely Refinished This Unit #58 has a wonderful 884 Worcester St. New Installations First/Last/Serecurity in All Faith Swedish Cemetery Southbridge MA Loon Street Worcester, MA site placement with a back yard Servicing all equipment Southbridge, MA $650/month Well tank and pump service Lot #119 Section I to house car and shed with rock Looking To Purchase $700/month Call: 508-867-7846 garden and front yard for nice Antiques James Morse SOUTHBRIDGE $1,400 lawn, small fish pond and Call John 2-bedroom apartment Call 508-867-8350 more flowers. And Collectibles Northbrookfield, MA 1st floor Visit us 508-868-6865 Single Items 774-200-0225 Off-street parking Roof over (20x36) an 8 x38 Or Entire Estates [email protected] Washer/dryer hookup 525 HOUSES FOR RENT trailer with two slide outs, Close to major routes screened porch (8x29) and front We Buy It All 2-BEDROOM Nice yard deck (8x16) all built in 1997. 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Bright, updated 1st floor for more pictures 3-bedroom apartment Available January 2014 Trees Cut 508-868-6865 Send inquiries to 508-849-7939 WANTED TO BUY Brush/Limbs Gas heat [email protected] Removed Washer/dryer hookup Call 508-864-3008 BY COLLECTOR Quiet neighborhood m Old comic books WE NOW TAKE YOUR DOUGLAS 1st, last and security 1940s and up AUTOS FOR CASH! No pets 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom $850/month WORCESTER Local Beatles memorabilia FREE METAL PICK-UP Apartments Available STURBRIDGE COUNTY 1960s and up Appliances, 617-281-0831 Famous monster Prices start at $845/month. Furniture, TV’s. Includes heat, hot water, WATERFRONT MEMORIAL PARK magazines, Godzilla, 2 bedrooms Paxton, MA Heroes Construction A/C, pool, fitness center Frankenstein and & children’s program. Glass slider overlooking lake Garden of Gospels monster items, Materials. (South Pond) 1 plot (#85) Cellars/Attics Off street parking. Local Old toys and Call (508)476-3777 Highway access with 2 grave sites advertising items Cleaned. $1300/month + utilities $4,000.00 www. Small Building News No pets 774-200-1194 Call: 860-779-2469 Demolition, Tires. Owner-broker Leaves Removed. Dudley Call Bill Residential Moves. 2 Bedroom 508-347-7416 Furnaces Removed First Floor Worcester County Off-street Parking Memorial Park Weekends also! No Pets The Paxton, MA Central Mass and Available 1/15/14 PLOT FOR SALE OUSES FOR ALE WAR Connecticut 530 H S 667B $650/Month Graves 1 and 2 in Dave Call 508-269-0855 RELICS 508-867-2564 FOUND HERE! For Sale Garden of Heritage 2 315 sq. ft. COTTAGE Value $6500 & WAR 413-262-5082 Asking $4200 SOUTHBRIDGE IN NARRAGANSETT, Call Lorraine Heart SOUVENIRS DUDLEY Nice modern, clean 1-bedroom RI 508-789-8188 Beautiful, Clean apartment in quiet Located 1200 ft. from state WANTED Two-Bedroom, 2nd floor downtown area beach on lease land Hardwood floors, Includes heat, hot water in private area FOUND HERE! WWII & EARLIER 442 LICENSED DAY Stove, Refrigerator, and appliances Open May to mid October CA$H WAITING! Rubbish Newly renovated WORCESTER COUNTY RV in Co-op Park CARE Off-Street Parking $625/month Most contents included Helmets, Swords, $750/Month Photos available MEMORIAL PARK Of Daggers, Bayonets, One year lease $30,000 ************************* First & Last References, credit check $48,000 Paxton, MA Medals, Badges, Flags, The Commonwealth of and security deposit required [email protected] Faith/Crypts Woodstock, CT Uniforms, etc. Massachusetts Call: 508-943-2670 Over 30 Years Experience. Please call or call Lot 84C #1 Space Office of Child Care 508-347-7709 860-928-6103 $4200 Call David Services requires that all 1-508-688-0847 ads placed in the 508-943-0671 I’ll Come To YOU! newspaper for child care EAST BROOK- Massachusetts (daycare) in your home FIELD SOUTHBRIDGE 535 HOUSING WANTED Worcester County include your license num- Newly-remodeled 2-bedroom ber apartment in country setting Spacious & Modern Memorial Park Off-street parking 2-3 Bedroom Apartment LOOKING FOR Paxton, MA Seasonal campsite Washer/dryer hookup Appliance Hookups 2-BEDROOM 2-grave-plot Meadowside of Woodstock, 300 HELP WANTED Section Heritage 1 Oil heat (not included) APARTMENT Own your own lot. 454 HOME No pets $800-$850 per month Asking $3,250 in Southbridge/ Call 413-245-4340 Trailer with add-ons which .com Pics on Craigslist IMPROVEMENT Sturbridge/Charlton/ Email:[email protected] contain large family room, two 310 GENERAL HELP 1st+security For more info call Dudley area m bedrooms, dining room, $ $825/month 774-258-0147 1st floor — 2 steps WANTED Any questions, Washer/dryer hookup screened porch, vinyl siding, 1 PAINTING call Jim On Section 8 large shed, outdoor fire pit, $$EARN EXTRA Interior/ 508-612-8650 Please call mostly furnished. Exterior SPENCER WORCESTER COUNTY MONEY$$ 2-bedroom apartment, 1st floor 508-909-6665 Park ammenities: DELIVER THE NEW MEMORIAL PARK Power Washing Wall-to-wall carpet, Two grave plots: large swimming pool, rec hall. VERIZON For Rent washer-dryer hookups, Carpentry Valor I (#291, Unit A, pavilion, mini golf, bocci, TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES Spacious 2 BR apt, gas furnace hot air heat, Men and women 18 years and large yard, residential area graves 1 and 2) horseshoes, fish pond, older with insured vehicles • FREE ESTIMATES • 1st fl, dishwasher, LOOKING FOR APARTMENT Current value $8200.00 playground-low yearly • FULLY Insured • needed to deliver in Worcester stove, refrigerator, w/d Also 3-bedroom apartment Elderly woman on Offered: $5,850.00 maintenance fees. West, South, Central • Reasonable Rates • hookups, small deck Pet friendly oxygen looking for 1 or 508-499-7957 and surrounding areas. Rich O’Brien Available 2/1 First and security deposit 2-bedroom first floor apartment [email protected] Also looking for office in decent neighborhood with Rte.25 197, Painting heat/hot water, washer/dryer clerks and loaders. $700/mo 508-867-8707 Woodstock, CT Delivery starts January 20th. 28 Years Of Experience hookups in the Southbridge/ Updated Unit #5 Work a minimum of 6 daylight 508-248-7314 First & Last Sturbridge area hours per day and get paid Call 508-943-3112 Have indoor neutered cat and within 72 hours, upon many references 550 MOBILE HOMES 772-233-1555 successful completion of 508-344-0072 route. 481 POOLS/SPAS Sturbridge Call 1-800-979-7978 1738 House Brookfield Local between 9 AM and Studio Apartment Nanatomqua Mobile 5:30 PM Mon-Fri. FOR RENT $675/Month Home Park (55+) Refer to Job #30091-C 5 room (2 bedroom) LOOKING FOR APARTMENT News 18 FT. 1 bedroom Apartment Mobile Home For Sale. Distribution of the Verizon 2nd floor apartment Elderly woman on Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. 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705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 732 SPORTS UTILITY 740 MOTORCYCLES 750 CAMPERS/ 760 VANS/TRUCKS 700 AUTOMOTIVE PASSENGER SIDE 1999 TOYOTA ADW 2003 BUICK VEHICLES WANTED TRAILERS 1992 GMC REAR VIEW Kawasaki 2003 ULTRA LITE TRAVEL 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES SOLARA RENDEZVOUS 2010 SUBUARU Diesel Truck MIRROR FOR ‘05 3 OL V6 5 spd Mileage: 87,407 Motorcycles TRAILER UPS Truck-Style, 1957 Chevy Hood SILVERADO Leather Interior, Loaded, all electric, heated FORESTER 2.5x 1968-82 $7,000.00 Aluminum Grumman Body, Mirror has signal, heat and Moonroof, leather, seats/mirrors, cruise, Premium 28 feet, queen bed Shelves. 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Silver, 120,000 miles Is completely $4200 OBO ready to ride TRAILERS SILVERADO 4 Snow tires included Tons of cosmetic 2007 8317SS 4-wheel drive, 1986 Asking $2500 2000 WINNEBAGO Selling for parts Call 508-278-6304 upgrades Rockwood Trailer 774-312-1483 Priced to sell JOURNEY 34B pristine condition immediately at $4,500 $600 Firm 4 HANOOK SNOW Local Leave message Jadestone/White, 11,500 and/or largest lot Call Mike 508-832-2566 TIRES 508-688-5907 Cummins 275HP Diesel double size Please leave message 235/55/R18 100T Pusher, Allison 5-spd QCC Brimfield News packaged or separate Like new 2003 Toyota 732 SPORTS UTILITY Trans, Tow Package All 4, $245 Avalon XLS VEHICLES Sleeps 5 Make an offer! Loaded Retractable Slide, Auto Call 508-892-8027 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT RETRACTABLE 2002 HONDA CARGO COVER Single Owner 2000 DURANGO Leveling, Full Kitchen, Bath, or email 76,000 miles 4x4 CBR 954 Queen Bedroom, Corian [email protected] 2006 FOR CHEVY EQUINOX Excellent Condition Black and red Excellent motor In great condition Tops, Wash/Dry Hook-up, John Deere 5525 Brand new, $65 Asking $7,800.00 Block heater, skid plate Asking $9700 Call Steve at Only 11,637 miles 10-gal. U-HAUL TRAILER Recent brakes and tune-up Is completely Hot Water Tank, Central has vab, heat, air, 91HP, FWD, 508-868-0265 Power everything ready to ride LAKESIDE RV 540 PTO HITCH FOUND HERE! $2500 firm Tons of cosmetic Air/Heat, Oak Wood/Rug [email protected] Class II Call 508-347-2787 upgrades Floor, Elec. Fireplace, RESORT 860-598-0410 2-inch receiver fits 2004 CHRYSLER Priced to sell Satellite System, Own RV lot for less than rent- Chevy Equinox from 2004- 720 CLASSICS SEBRING immediately at $4,500 Beautiful Oak Cabinets, 2 ing 2013 Local 508-688-5907 TVs, VCR, Back-up Camera, Developers final phase $75 CONVERTIBLE All lots 50% off 767 VEHICLES WANTED Early 1964 1/2 News Solar Panel White with tan top Camp, Canoe, Fish, Pool ANTIQUE AUTO Call Mark Mustang Coupe Runs excellent Many Extras...Must See Activity Center 508-887-2847 with factory 260 V8 Many new items $38,000 PARTS NEEDED White w/red interior, $4800.00 or best offer 508-989-8165 1937-1960 Excellent condition, 508-769-3262 Car and truck sheet metal trim All receipts, 2007 SUZUKI 860-779-9868 and exterior parts only Complete documentation. BURGMAN 400 No mechanical parts whatso- No disapointments. FOUND HERE! SCOOTER PARKMODEL ever 2004 2002 FORD XLT Also 1949-1951 Mercury trim $16,900 Like new WITH LOFT and sheet metal 4 Tires w/Rims PONTIAC GTO 2000 JEEP Less than 3K miles 65,000 miles 2009 midsize Ford or best offer With hitch and full-length addition 978-760-3453 Torrid red with black leather CHEROKEE SPORT $4,000 Furnished 125/55R16 interior, 5.7L LS1 V8 22 ft. 5th wheel Will fit new Ford 5 lug pattern 860-871-5777 4-door, white Wolderness w/extra 12x16 with washer/dryer automatic transmission 4.0-liter/6 cyl. 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(NAPS) • Increasing confusion, through the symptoms of a According to the U.S. restlessness or agitation concussion. “As an athlete, Centers for Disease Control • Unusual behavior I had this mentality of ‘I can and Prevention, 1.6 to 3.8 • Loss of consciousness. do it all.’ When it comes to million sports- and recre- After a concussion, the concussions, you can’t be ation-related traumatic brain needs time to heal. that way. You have to take brain injuries, such as con- Athletes who have incurred a step back and listen to the cussions, occur each year. a concussion have a great- professionals.” Most concussions go undiag- er risk of sustaining anoth- Through the help of nosed and untreated, which er. Repeat concussions, CoachUp.com, Stamas increases the risk of serious especially those that occur coaches athletes on tech- long-term effects in athletes. before full recovery, can nique and safe play. CoachUp In light of the media’s recent increase the chances for connects athletes with expe- attention on the NFL and severe issues later in life. rienced private coaches for one-on-one and small-group NHL players’ lawsuits, par- SAFETY-FIRST TIPS ents might understandably coaching. Enlisting the help be concerned for the safety Three ways to help mini- of a private coach can be of their children. Parents mize the risks for brain inju- a wise investment for par- can protect their children ries are: ents. A private coach can by recognizing the signs of a 1. Keep the lines of com- help improve an athlete’s concussion and following a munication open among skill level and increase his few helpful tips. parents, players and coach- or her confidence in play. es. It’s important that all Just as important, a private SIGNS TO WATCH FOR parties feel comfortable coach can be a resource for an athlete to share injury All concussions are seri- talking about concerns that concerns and seek training ous. Call 911 or immediately arise, including pulling an advice. take the athlete to the emer- athlete from play when he Parents can help reduce gency room, after a bump, or she is hurt. the risk of brain injuries blow or jolt to the head or 2. Make sure athletes A private coach can help children learn sports skills and build their confidence so they’re less likely to from sports by following body, if the athlete has: always wear proper, well-fit- be injured at play. these tips and by educating • An enlarged pupil ted protective gear. their children on concussion • Drowsiness 3. Ensure that athletes fol- symptoms. Proper coaching • A headache that gets low the rules of their sport and practice proper tech- and familiarity with con­ worse cussion symptoms are keys • Weakness, numbness or nique, such as safe, “clean” 25,000 Unique Visitors tackles. to ensuring­ the healthy decreased coordination future of all athletes. • Repeated vomiting or Having suffered from nausea multiple concussions him- LEARN MORE Every Week! • Slurred speech self, athlete and lacrosse • Convulsions or seizures coach Nick Stamas knows More at www.coachup. • An inability to recognize how easy it can be for an com and (888) 680-4750. TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com people or places athlete to ignore or push 2 • The Express • Friday, January 10, 2014 Food Pairing Beef And California Avocados Creates Craveable Dishes (NAPS) people who consumed lean ed Recently, numerous home beef daily as part of a heart- 1 teaspoon kosher salt cooks competed in the 2013 healthy diet experienced a 4 whole-grain hamburger National Beef Cook-Off con- 10 percent decline in LDL buns, split test, funded by The Beef “bad” cholesterol. 1⁄3 cup finely chopped Checkoff. This year, contes- California avocados also fresh fennel bulb (core tants were challenged with fit into a heart-healthy diet, removed) a new recipe category— providing “good fats,” 0.5g Craveable Fresh Beef and polyunsaturated fat, 3g 1. Mash avocado in small Fresh California Avocado. monounsaturated fat, and bowl (should be chunky, Contestants developed fla- no cholesterol per 1-oz. serv- not smooth). Add sun-dried vorful and nutritious dishes ing. Additionally, a 1-oz. tomatoes and half of garlic; that paired delicious lean serving of avocado contains mix well. Set aside. beef and creamy California 26 milligrams of beta-sitos- 2. Combine beef, remain- avocados. terol, a natural plant sterol ing garlic, 2 tablespoons Many experts say lean that may help maintain minced basil leaves and beef—filled with protein, healthy cholesterol levels. salt in medium­ bowl, mix- iron and B vitamins—can Healthy Cravings ing lightly but thorough- help satisfy you and main- The theme of this year’s ly. Lightly shape into four tain a healthy weight, build National Beef Cook-Off 1⁄2-inch-thick patties. muscles and fuel an active contest was “Making the 3. Heat large nonstick lifestyle. California avoca- Most of My Plate,” which skillet over medium heat dos are also nutrient dense, encouraged delicious, nutri- until hot. Place patties in in that they provide substan- tious recipes using ingredi- skillet; cook 10 to 12 minutes tial amounts of vitamins, ents from a variety of food to me­dium (160° F) done- minerals and other nutri- groups. Here are two of the ness, turning occasionally. ents with relatively few cal- delectable recipes that were Remove patties from skillet. ories. In fact, one-fifth of a created by finalists in the Place buns, cut side down, medium avocado (1 oz.) has Craveable Fresh Beef and in skillet; cook 1 minute or 50 calories and contributes Fresh California Avocado until lightly toasted. nearly 20 vitamins and min- recipes category. 4. Place burgers on bottom of buns; top each with equal erals and phytonutrients. TUSCAN BURGERS & Take This To Heart amounts avocado-tomato AVOCADO-TOMATO spread, fennel and remain- Pairing California avocados and lean beef in this craveable salad gives your body more of the nutrients Research also shows that SPREAD eating lean beef, even daily, ing basil leaves. Close sand- you need. as part of a heart-healthy Total preparation & cook- wiches. diet and lifestyle improved ing time: 30 minutes divided segments; reserve. Cut avo- occasionally. During last cholesterol levels. A 3-oz. Makes 4 servings CALI-AVOCADO STEAK 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, divided cado in half; remove seed, 2 to 3 minutes of grilling, serving of lean beef provides SALAD 3⁄4 teaspoon pepper, divid- but do not peel. Squeeze place avocado, cut side 25 g (about half) of the daily 1 ripe, fresh California ed juice from two cut ends of down, and naan bread on value for protein, which is avocado, peeled and seeded Total preparation & cook- 1 large navel orange orange over cut sides of grill; turn bread once. one of the most satisfying 2 Tablespoons finely ing time: 30 minutes 1 large ripe, fresh avocado, then brush with 1 5. Toss salad greens with nutrients. chopped, oil-packed, sun- Makes 2 servings California avocado teaspoon olive oil. Sprinkle remaining olive oil and pep- In a study published in dried tomatoes 2 loaves naan bread (about with remaining salt. per. Add orange segments The American Journal 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 boneless beef top sir- 3 ounces each) 3. Brush both sides of to salad. Remove skin from of Clinical Nutrition, 1 pound ground beef (95% loin steak, cut 1-inch thick 4 cups mixed salad greens naan bread with 2 teaspoons grilled avocado. Cut avoca- researchers from Penn lean) (about 1⁄2 pound) olive oil. do into slices; add to salad State University found that 1⁄2 cup basil leaves, divid- 6 teaspoons olive oil, 1. Rub both sides of beef 4. Place steak on grill over and toss gently. Carve steak steak with 1 teaspoon olive medium, ash-covered coals. into thin slices; place on top oil; sprinkle with 1⁄4 tea- Grill, covered, 11 to 15 min- of salad. Cut naan into wedg- spoon salt and 1⁄2 teaspoon utes (over medium heat on es; arrange around salad. pepper. preheated gas grill, covered, To learn more, visit www. 2. Cut bottom and top off 13 to 16 minutes) for medi- beef cookoff.org and www. orange. Remove remaining um rare (145° F) to medium California Avocado.com. skin from orange; cut into (160° F) doneness, turning How To Get A Slice Above The Rest (NAPS) Buttering things up can often make them better—whether you’re talking people or pies. BUTTER UP SURVEY At least that’s what respondents to a recent survey said. The Butter Up Report by the makers of Mrs. Smith’s® and Wakefield Research found that nearly six in 10 Americans admit they would do something to butter someone up for the holiday season, primarily to spread holiday cheer or set a good example for others. More than three in four people (77 percent) say they have but- tered someone up by being extra nice before asking for something. The survey of how and why people “but- ter each other up” also revealed that 32 per- cent of respondents think their significant other needs the most buttering up, followed It can be easy as pie to butter up people you want by another family member (16 percent) and the boss (10 percent). to impress: Bake them a pie with a great buttery crust. PIE CRUST WISDOM ing and comes in six flavors: Apple, Dutch Following the buttering-up-is-better phi- Apple, Cherry, Peach, Pumpkin and Sweet losophy, for the holidays, the makers of Potato. Mrs. Smith’s® fruit pies are introducing After all, 57 percent of survey respondents Avocados are cholesterol-free, a source of naturally good fats and can be a key part of a heart-healthy a frozen pie made with real butter for a diet. also said it’s important that there’s butter in delightfully flaky crust that your family and their store-bought pie crusts. friends will find hard to resist. As a result, Mrs. Smith’s® Original Flaky LEARN MORE Avocados—Reasons To Love One Today Crust offers a warm welcome with delicious aromas, has 0 grams of trans fat per serv- You can find further facts online at www. mrssmiths.com or by calling (877) 756-4746. (NAPS) 1. Remove and discard yolks of two of the There’s good news for those who are look- eggs; chop remaining whites and yolks; set ing for ways to include avocados in their aside. meal plans, as part of a healthy diet. 2. In a bowl, combine half of the avoca- Comfort Food Fun According to the Dietary Guidelines for do, vinegar, mustard and salt; mash until (NAPS) Americans, replacing some saturated fats smooth. Dice remaining avocado and add until tender. (Or, with good fats like those found in avocados to mixture along with eggs and onion; mix During the chilly poke holes in pota- toes and microwave may improve the quality of one’s diet. Fresh gently. months, many peo- ple like to have some on high for 10 min- avocados are delicious, cholesterol-free and utes, turning pota- a whole-food source of naturally good fats. warm comfort food SERVING SUGGESTION: with family and toes after 5 minutes.) Their mild flavor and creamy texture also While potatoes cook, make them versatile enough to include in Serve on toast or crackers. Garnish with friends. To make the most combine sour cream a variety of dishes to be enjoyed every chives, if desired. and 2 tablespoons day. The fruit also contributes nearly 20 of that idea, you may care to consider a fun green onions; set nutrients, including vitamins, minerals and Nutrition Information Per Serving: if slightly offbeat way aside. Slice potatoes phytonutrients. Calories 176; Total Fat 13 g (Sat 3 g, Trans to feed a crowd with lengthwise and fluff 0 g, Poly 2 g, Mono 8 g); Cholesterol 187 mg; The Hass Avocado Board has announced little fuss: Throw them with a fork. Top its new Love One Today campaign, sharing Sodium 414 mg; Potassium 362 mg; Total together a delicious potatoes with pork ways to love fresh avocados with all the ben- Carbohydrates 7 g; Dietary Fiber 4 g; Sugars little “barbecue bar” BBQ, sour cream efits they can provide. At LoveOneToday. 2 g; Protein 9 g; Vitamin A 334 IU; Vita- min and let guests go wild With a package of BBQ pork, you can make many mixture, cheese and com, you can find recipes, how to buy and C 7 mg; Calcium 37 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D building their own marvelous appetizers, such as these delightful remaining onions. store avocados, expert tips and more. 1 IU; Folate 67 mcg; Omega-3 Fatty Acid 0 g. scrumptious dishes. BBQ Stuffed Spuds. Serves 4. For inspiration on how to include avo- % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 7%; Vitamin C Start with a tray of cream and cheese into the These are made with cados in your diet, try this twist on an old 12%; Calcium 4%; Iron 6%. mouthwatering pork BBQ picture for hot BBQ stuffed Byron’s Fully Cooked Pork favorite in which creamy avocado and spicy *Percent Daily Values are based on a surrounded by assorted pop- spuds. Here’s the recipe: Dijon mustard replace mayonnaise. 2,000-calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be ular toppings for personal- BBQ. Available at Sam’s higher or lower depending on your calorie ized barbecue platters ready Club, it easily delivers AVOCADO EGG SALAD needs. One serving = 1⁄2 cup to go. BBQ STUFFED SPUDS authentic smokehouse bar- Once the BBQ sandwich becue from the freezer to the Serves: 4 2 cups Byron’s Fully table. Each 4-pound pack- Prep Time: 10 minutes Note: Large avocados are recommend- basics are all laid out, you’ll Cooked Pork BBQ, heated ed for this recipe. A large avocado aver- be surprised at how just a age of hand-pulled, hicko- Total Time: 10 minutes according to package direc- ry-smoked pork BBQ comes ages about 8 ounces. If using smaller- or few more trimmings can tions open up a world of choices fully cooked in an alumi- Ingredients: larger-size avocados, adjust the quantity 4 baking potatoes for your guests. num tray and needs only to 1 ripe Hass Avocado, halved, seeded and accordingly. To learn more, visit www. ½ cup sour cream From tangy BBQ nachos be reheated, so it’s ready at peeled LoveOneToday.com. 4 green onions, finely a moment’s notice. to a light, layered BBQ chopped and divided 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved salad, the options are almost 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar Recipe provided by the Hass Avocado ½ cup shredded extra- LEARN MORE Board limitless. sharp cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard For example, add some Further information and 1⁄2 teaspoon salt other recipes can be found pita bread and leaf lettuce Preheat oven to 425° F. 1⁄2 cup minced onion at www. byronsbbq.com. for filling BBQ pita pockets Poke holes in potatoes and 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional) or bring some baked pota- Instructions: wrap in foil. Bake potatoes toes, green onions, sour in oven for 45 to 60 minutes, Friday, January 10, 2014• The Express • 3 Food Flavorful, Nutritious And Versatile: Enjoying The Goodness Of Grains (NAPS) Cordon Bleu chef instructors.” With one look down the grocery store Meanwhile, you may care to try this rec- aisle or a quick glance at a restaurant menu, ipe: it’s clear that whole-grain options are pop- ping up everywhere. From quinoa to buck- QUINOA SPINACH SOUFFLÉ wheat and farro to freekeh, the number of grain possibilities is growing, leaving home Ingredients: cooks and diners puzzled by how to choose Olive oil cooking spray the right one and know how to prepare it. Bread crumbs Not only do whole grains provide an array 1 lb. spinach leaves of health benefits, but they can also be an 2 tsp. olive oil excellent base for hearty dishes that taste 1 yellow onion, peeled and diced great and are remarkably filling. Whether 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced featured in a salad, formed into a patty as 1 Tbsp. picked fresh thyme leaves a vegetarian burger option, warmed up for 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary breakfast, or used as the base of a thick 1⁄4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes stew, grains are extremely versatile and 2 cups cooked quinoa (1 cup uncooked qui- can be enjoyed as part of breakfast, lunch, noa), made according to package directions dinner or dessert. 1 cup cottage cheese “Chefs are always looking for creative 1⁄4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper ways to bring their cooking to the next level, 1⁄3 cup Parmesan cheese and thanks to the versatility of grains, chefs 2 large eggs, lightly beaten can use them in countless ways to bring new twists to classic dishes,” says Chef Kirk Directions: Bachmann, president of Le Cordon Bleu Preheat oven to 350°. Spray an 8-by-8-inch College of Culinary Arts in Chicago. “At Le glass baking dish with olive oil spray. Coat Cordon Bleu, we educate our students on a dish with bread crumbs and set aside. Fill range of trendy and classic ingredients and a large bowl with ice and water and set teach them the skills and techniques to cre- aside. Bring a medium pot of water to a ate delicious yet wholesome meals.” boil and add spinach. Blanch until bright Although cooking with grains can seem green, about 10–12 seconds, and immediate- like a daunting task, the chef instructors at ly transfer to ice bath. When spinach is cold, Le Cordon Bleu encourage home cooks to remove from ice bath, squeeze out all water soak their long-cooking grains, whether for and finely chop; set aside. a few hours or overnight, to minimize the In a medium sauté pan, heat olive oil and cooking time. This also ensures that any add onion, garlic, thyme, rosemary and red resin left on the grain that can cause a bitter pepper flakes. Sauté until translucent and taste will get washed off. After they are cooked, whole grains stay fresh for several days in the refrigerator. You can cook a large remove from heat; transfer to a medium The chef instructors at Le Cordon Bleu pot of brown rice or quinoa and use it throughout the week to save cooking time. bowl. College of Culinary Arts share the follow- Add spinach, quinoa, cottage cheese, pep- ing tips for choosing and preparing whole hearty, filling meal. use it in dishes throughout the week to save per, Parmesan cheese and eggs to the onion grains: • Resist the urge to stir grains as they cooking time. mixture and stir until combined. Pour the • Whole-grain options can be cus- are cooking. Stirring causes whole grains, “If you’re looking for more creative ways mixture into the baking dish and place tomized for each meal of the day. Make a especially rice, to become sticky and clump to incorporate grains into your cooking or in the oven. Bake until set and edges are big batch of steel-cut oats on Sunday eve- together, making it difficult to prepare a want to sharpen your skills in the kitchen, brown, 60 to 70 minutes. Slice and serve ning and eat it for breakfast throughout the fluffy, flavorful dish. I suggest attending the Le Cordon Bleu- warm or at room temperature. week. Add quinoa to lunchtime salads—add • After they are cooked, whole grains Bleu Ribbon Kitchen workshops,” says Chef To learn more about Le Cordon Bleu and the dressing in advance­ so the grain fully stay fresh for several days in the refrigera- Bachmann. “They’re offered at our cam- check out upcoming workshops,visit www. absorbs the flavors of the dish. For dinner, tor. You can cook a large pot of brown rice puses around the country, and foodies can chefs.edu. add wheat berries or barley to soups for a or quinoa at the beginning of the week and step inside our kitchens and learn from Le Time- And Money-Saving Napa Valley Winery Grocery Tips Offers Perfect Winter White (NAPS) hours to lock in the fresh taste. Red wine may be an obvious choice for • Don’t assume the bigger the winter months, but a rich, full-bod- package is the better deal. ied Chardonnay is a luxurious alternative. Consider the unit price on Many of us—not to mention our dinner the shelf tag and buy what guests—prefer white wine, even when the goes on sale. Pricing sur- temperature drops and the wool scarves veys have shown that some come out. This season, in the midst of the name-brand merchandise red wine aisle, we’re doing an about-face to costs less at major grocery find the perfect winter white. chains than at big ware- As America’s most popular white wine, house stores. Chardonnay is a natural fit for holiday • Finally, avoid waste. The feasts and winter menus. For a classic selec- Natural Resources Defense tion, look no further than the vineyards Council estimates that more of Napa Valley, one of the world’s most than 40 percent of the food prestigious Chardonnay regions. Tucked that Americans buy goes to away, off the beaten path from mainstream waste. To avoid waste, fol- Napa, William Hill Estate Winery crafts Food for thought: Careful planning can mean you don’t have to low these simple tips: an elegant, full-bodied Chardonnay from spend a lot of time to save a lot of money on groceries. • To help reduce your Napa Valley’s most celebrated vineyards. personal waste, plan meals A bright spot on an otherwise bleak winter, (NAPS) cent of consumers surveyed ahead of time, check expi- ration dates at the store and the William Hill Estate 2012 Napa Valley If you are like most spent up to three hours each Chardonnay leaves an indelible impression. Crisp apple, creamy goat cheese and smoked week looking for coupons, opt for portion-controlled Americans, you not only frozen foods. Single-serve “We craft this Chardonnay in a classic salmon perfectly complement a well-balanced want to save money at the deals and savings from all Napa Valley style,” says Ralf Holdenried, Chardonnay. sources and 81 percent said and family-size meals, grocery store, but you want such as Marie Callender’s winemaker for William Hill Estate. “It to save time, too. In fact, in they saved up to $50 each makes for a versatile pairing with a wide SMOKED SALMON & APPLE week, or $2,600 a year. or Bertolli frozen meals, RELISH CROSTINI a recent survey conducted are great examples of por- range of foods, but it also stands on its own by SupermarketGuru.com, • Frozen single-serve Relish: meals can be cost effec- tion-controlled meals for as a rich, expressive wine with great depth 25 percent of respondents yourself or your whole fam- and character.” 1 Granny Smith apple, cored, peeled and said they have resorted to tive. Frozen meals such as chopped Healthy Choice can be a ily. For the 2012 vintage, Holdenried looked grocery shopping online • Also, remember to to a handful of select sub-regions in Napa to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley just to save time. How can great way for those on a bud- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives get to eat more healthfully store leftovers properly. create a balanced wine with bright acidity you be sure to get the best Refrigerate below 40° F and a luxurious, silky texture. He chose the 2 tablespoons olive oil value in the shortest time and waste less food due to within two hours or one cooler, rolling hills of Carneros, the south- 1⁄2 lemon, juice only possible? Here are a few portion control. • Private brands can be hour during hot weath- ernmost region of Napa, for Chardonnay Toppings: hints from Phil Lempert, the er (90° F and above). Place 8 ounces soft goat cheese Supermarket Guru, that can valuable. With their quali- grapes with lively green apple and lemon ty generally comparable unused raw vegetables in flavors. Moving further north, warmer 6 ounces smoked salmon, cut into crosti- help: a sealable plastic bag and ni-sized pieces • First, plan the timing of to leading brands, private areas like St. Helena added a richer charac- brands are some of the best squeeze out excess air. For ter to this Chardonnay, with ripe tree fruit Crostini: your shopping trip carefully. unused canned ingredients, 1 sourdough baguette The supermarket’s busiest and most underused finds flavors and heady notes of baked apple. in the supermarket. Savings remove from the original Layers of caramel, brown spice and toasted 4 tablespoons olive oil time is between 4 p.m. and 5 can, put them in a sealable p.m., so avoid the supermar- vary, but the best deals in oak from barrel aging gave this Chardonnay terms of price and quality container and cover tightly its decadent palate. Slice the loaf into ½-inch rounds, brush ket “rush hour.” to maintain optimal flavor. include breakfast cereals, An ideal selection for a holiday meal, lightly with olive oil and bake for 13–15 • Use all your shopping Fresh vegetables should be resources. Check the store’s jams, cookies, pasta, sauc- this Chardonnay complements traditional minutes at 250° F or until golden brown. es, dairy products, paper blanched quickly in boiling Allow to cool. While the crostini are baking, circulars and use the latest water, drained and then seasonal fare like turkey, baked ham or technology to help enhance goods, and snacks like H.K. roasted goose. And, this wine will be a mix together all the apple relish ingredients Anderson Pretzels and placed in a bag. Poultry and in a bowl until well combined. Set aside. your trip. For example, meats can be frozen in their welcome accompaniment long after the last ReadySetEat.com not only Kangaroo Baked Snacks. holiday decoration has been stowed away. Remove crostini from the oven and spread • Consider frozen. When original wrappers, but then goat cheese over the crostini. Top with a lets you plan your meals and placed in a freezer bag. That’s because the William Hill Estate 2012 produce is not in season, you piece of smoked salmon and a teaspoon of ingredients ahead of time, it Keep these tips in mind for Napa Valley Chardonnay offers expressive instantly shares what items can head to the frozen and apple relish. Serve immediately. canned aisles. Frozen fruits your next grocery shopping layers of flavor that match cream-based are on sale at a retailer near trip, and you may find that pastas, seasoned pork and rich seafood, like Makes approximately 25 pieces. you. and veggies are preserved To learn more about William Hill Estate at their peak of nutrition- you can come home with scallops or salmon. Holdenried has offered • Discounts are often worth more money in your pocket up his favorite smoked salmon recipe to and its wines, visit www.williamhillestate. the time spent seeking them. al value, and in season. For com or call (888) 909-9463. example, Hunt’s tomatoes go and more time to spend with try with his Napa Valley Chardonnay this According to a Red Plum your family. winter. survey of shoppers, 80 per- from farm to can within 24 (NAPS) 24 weeks and reported­ decreased desire for sugary burn cycle and changes your metabolism to burn fat An increasing number of people know beans foods. instead of muscle tissue. More about weight loss—and that’s a good thing. As “This study validates a dozen previous studies • Slow down. Chew each bite 20 times before swal- it turns out, white kidney bean extract can con- conducted in the past decade,” said Dr. Harry lowing. tribute to cutting down the pounds and the food Preuss, a Georgetown University professor in the • Eat mindfully. Make mealtime special with a Weight cravings. Departments of Biochemistry, Medicine and Path­ nice plate. Taste, smell and enjoy your food without Scientific Research ology. “This study is unique since most clinical tri- the distractions of television or computer. That’s according to Obesity, the official peer-re- als don’t follow participants for this length of time. • Avoid refined carbohydrates. They cause a spike Loss, viewed research journal of The Obesity Society. The decrease in desire for sweets and increase in in blood glucose. Switch to whole grains, such as It recently published the largest weight loss and overall happiness confirms what we have believed brown rice, quinoa and oatmeal. weight management clinical study to date on the was possible with this specific white kidney bean • Exercise at least three times a week. Fewer all-natural extract. extract.” You can find Phase 2 in many nutritional supple- In the study, participants taking the extract What Else You Can Do ments, including Natrol’s Carb Intercept, GNC’s (Phase 2 Carb Controller®) lost significantly more In addition to taking the supplement, you’ll be Total Lean Phase 2 Carb Controller, Now Foods’ Food body fat mass and weight circumference than did better able to reach your weight loss goals if you: Starch Neutralizer and Swanson’s Phase 2 Starch the placebo group. Lead researchers of the study • Eat foods in their natural state. In general, the Neutralizer. Cravings confirm that reduction in body weight was due to darker the vegetable, the better. Learn More loss of fat, not muscle. Additionally, 73.5 percent • Don’t eat within three hours of bedtime. Your For more information, visit www.phase2info. of participants maintained their body weight after body needs time for fat burning and storage. com. • Eat protein at breakfast. It boosts the energy 4 • The Express • Friday, January 10, 2014 Health How Strong Is Your Chi? Learning Tai Chi And Qigong To Prevent Slips, Trips And Falls (NAPS) day in sedentary jobs. Many MAKE YOUR HOME Many older adults have of us sit in front of a comput- SAFE er or television for hours at found benefit from the cen- • Reduce tripping hazards turies-old Chinese martial a time,” Dr. Johnson said. “To age well, we need to such as throw rugs, raised arts tai chi and qigong. doorway thresholds, or “Chi” or “qi” (chee) means move, stretch and keep our joints lubricated and flexi- loose carpet. “life energy.” “Qigong” • Keep paths clear of elec- (chee-goong) literally means ble. Otherwise, our muscles, joints and tendons become trical cords and clutter. “life energy cultivation.” • Add grab bars where Tai chi consists of a series stiff and brittle, and that can lead to falls and disabil- necessary—in hallways, of flowing movements while stairways and bathtubs. qigong focuses on the repeti- ities.” Dr. Johnson recommends • Add a rubber bath mat in tion of isolated movements the shower or tub. and breathing. moving the joints in a cir- cular motion. For example, • Improve lighting For example, Robert throughout the house and Johnson, M.D., Kaiser place the hands on the knees and rotate the knees togeth- use night-lights in hallways Permanente chief of and bathrooms. Palliative Care in Walnut er in a clockwise and then counterclockwise motion. • Keep a phone and flash- Creek, Calif., has practiced light by the bed. tai chi and qigong since Also, try sitting in a squat position and stand up slow- Kaiser Permanente offers the 1970s. He believes these tai chi and qigong classes at mind-body exercises pro- ly to strengthen the quad- riceps. several of its medical facil- mote good health, flexibil- ities. Visit www.kp.org to ity, strength and balance, At share.kaiserpermanen- te.org /article/how-strong- find classes in your area and which help reduce the risk learn more about other exer- of falling among seniors. is-your-chi/ you can see a short video in which Dr. cises for strength and bal- Each year, one out of three ance as well as preventing Dr. Robert Johnson says traditional Chinese exercises can improve flexibility, strength and balance. adults, age 65 and older, falls Johnson demonstrates a few basic exercises and explains falls. You can also check out due to lack of balance or www.kp.org/ carestories for other reasons. Consider that why they’re helpful. Along with doing exercis- more health-related videos. a record 11,000 baby boom- For questions and advice ers turn 65 and become es that promote flexibility, Regulations Can Take seniors can also help pre- about a specific condition Medicare eligible every day, or starting a new exercise and that can add up to a lot vent falls and serious inju- ries by taking a few simple regimen, consult with your of falls and serious injuries. physician. “We spend most of our precautions at home: A Bite Out Of Patient Care

(NAPS) When it comes to dental Tips On Enjoying care, some dentists are per- forming specialized proce- dures for which they are not The Benefits Of Vitamin D licensed, while others are prohibited from providing basic services that are well out if you have a vitamin within their profession- D deficiency is to get a al skill set. In both cases, 25-hydroxy vitamin D blood patients are the ones who test. It measures the active lose out. form of D that is actually That’s the opinion of an circulating in your blood. orthodontist who is also the “Before testing, take owner of the largest indi- your target dose of vitamin vidually owned orthodontic D for at least 30 days,” says practice in North America Dr. Smith, the host of the and founder of the first “Healthy Talk” program on Smile for a Lifetime chap- www.RadioMD.com. “This ter—a charitable nonprofit way, it can build up in your organization that provides system and you’ll get an orthodontic care to indi- accurate assessment. Also viduals who may not have note that it doesn’t matter the opportunity to acquire if you take the test in the assistance. In a recent op-ed piece, morning or evening.” Regulations can forbid a specialist from providing a service outside Smith also pointed out Dr. Ben Burris argued that regulations can forbid a spe- his or her specialty—even though he or she is trained to deliver that that many insurance com- service. panies provide coverage for cialist, such as a licensed this test. That being said, orthodontist, from provid- ing a service outside his or programs equipped him to At the same time, he if yours doesn’t, you may provide an array of basic contends that the current want to consider paying for her specialty—even though he or she is trained to deliv- dental services and super- system exposes patients it as an investment in your vise the performance of den- to potentially substandard health. It’s affordable, it’s er that service. At the same time, he says tal hygienists—something care by making it legal for essential and it shouldn’t now prevented by state reg- those who do not have train- cost you more than $50. that there are many cases when dentists, working ulations. ing in dental specialties to Those taking vitamin D as part of a multivitamin may not be taking The Bottom Line in what he characterizes He also argues that the provide such care. it at a dosage level high enough to get all the benefits the vitamin All it takes is three easy as “one-stop shops,” often current system is unfair to Burris urges consumers has to offer. steps to maximize your working parents since it to speak to their elected offi- vitamin D levels. Don’t let perform dental specialties for which they are neither can require them to sched- cials at the state level and (NAPS) do much to raise your blood a simple oversight cost you ule two appointments—one demand a system that puts an easy ticket to disease trained nor licensed. From helping to main- levels or help you prevent In his article, Burris for a cleaning and one for a the welfare of clients—not disease. Consequently, prevention. more specialized service— the convenience of practi- tain healthy bones and For more information makes the case that his teeth to interacting with a vitamin D supplement formal training in dental where one might suffice if tioners—first. becomes necessary. about vitamin D, visit the regulations allowed a To learn more, visit www. key enzymes that regulate www.LEF.org/ VitaminD3 school and subsequent full- many activities in the body, But even at that, taking time accredited residency specialist such as himself to ichoosemysmiles.com. the suggested dose may still or call toll-free at 1-866-491- provide both services. vitamin D plays a number 4992. of important roles in sup- not be enough for certain porting good health. people. The Life Extension However, research indi- analysis found that a num- cates that most people are ber of their members fell Don’t Let Falls Trip Up An Older Loved One deficient and even those short even after following who take vitamin D in the their dosing suggestions. (NAPS) – A mounted or suction liq- This is why step two is very form of a supplement may Falls can become more com- uid-soap dispenser is on the bath- not be taking it at the dos- important. tub/shower wall. It’s important to note that mon and more serious as people age required to get all its age. The good news is that there – Nonskid adhesive-textured benefits. higher dosages of vitamin strips are on the bathtub/shower D are not appropriate for are steps you can take to help This is significant, since prevent them. Here are some floor. a vitamin D deficiency may everyone, especially for – A sturdy plastic seat (shower individuals with severe kid- tips. increase your risk for sev- • Identify the health factors chair) is placed in the bathtub. eral conditions, including ney disease, sarcoidosis, or – There is a raised toilet seat high blood calcium levels. that can increase your risk for heart disease, diabetes, falling—poor eyesight, reduced or a toilet seat with armrests to multiple sclerosis, stroke, It’s essential to check with maintain balance when getting on your doctor first. reaction time, a decline in cancer and even depres- muscle strength, and limited or off the toilet. sion. Step 2: Take Vitamin – An extra-long mirror is over D With Fat and Your movement can all contribute Fortunately, there’s rea- to putting a person at risk for the sink so it can be used when son to believe that prevent- Largest Meal sitting. Due to its chemical make- falling—particularly if they are ing a vitamin D deficiency ignored. may be as simple as follow- up, vitamin D needs fat for BEDROOM SAFETY proper absorption. So when • Don’t be afraid to use a cane ing three easy steps. or walker if you are feeling un­ – Clutter is cleared from the Step 1: Take the Right taking it, make sure you do so with a fatty meal. steady—and promptly replace floor so that nothing is in the way. Dose of Vitamin D worn rubber tips of these devic- – A lamp, flashlight and tele- According to Michael Also, there are indica- tions that it should be taken es. phone are within easy reach near A. Smith, M.D., a senior • Be careful around pets. They the bed. health scientist with Life with your largest meal of the day. This can make a can get underfoot or jump on – Night-lights are placed along Extension—a well-known you. the path from the bedroom to the anti-aging and longevity big difference in how well Poor eyesight, reduced reaction time, a decline in muscle it’s absorbed. • Don’t leave clothes or news- bath. research organization— papers on the floor. strength, and limited movement can all contribute to put- – A raised mattress is available most people need between A study conducted ting an older person at risk for falling. by the Cleveland Clinic to get in and out of bed easily. 2,000 and 5,000 IU daily to A SAFETY CHECKLIST Download A Copy obtain optimal blood lev- Foundation showed that taking vitamin D with the Falls are often due to hazards that checked represents a step you have To download your own copy of els (50–80 ng/ml). “If you’re taken to reduce a potential hazard. the Home Fall Prevention Checklist, counting on convention- largest meal increased are easy to overlook, but many times, blood levels by 50 percent they are just as easy to fix. 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