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TANTASUA JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS WATCH OBAMA INAUGURATION

BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY VILLAGER STAFF WRITER STURBRIDGE — The seventh- and eighth-graders of Tantasqua Regional Junior High School took time out of their day on Tuesday, Jan. 20, to witness history live on television — the inauguration of Barack H. Obama as the 44th presi- Courtesy photo/ OSV dent of the United States. With seventh-graders watching Food Network host Adam Gertler tries his had at churning butter under the the inauguration from the school’s supervision of OSV interpreter Ryan Beckman as the cameras roll, above. library, and eighth graders taking up post in the cafeteria, the entire student body got the opportunity to listen to Obama’s 18 minute inaugural address. Christopher Tanguay photo The students, who have only expe- Tantasqua Junior High School students watch President Obama’s inaugural address Lights, camera, cook rienced two presidents in their during an assembly Jan. 20. entire lives prior to yesterday, watched intently, as this was the Obama’s speech: “Let it be said by first inauguration to which many of our children’s children that when BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY Ryan Beckman, assistant coor- them have paid any mind. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER we were tested we refused to let this dinator of historic foodways at Students cheered as Obama spoke journey end, that we did not turn STURBRIDGE — When plan- OSV, acted as Gertler’s liaison to of protecting the American way of back nor did we falter; and with eyes ning tonight’s dinner, chances the past, giving him lessons on life. fixed on the horizon and God’s grace are you won’t have to head to the everything from how to pluck a “We will not apologize for our way upon us, we carried forth that great barn to milk the cows first. chicken, to churning butter, to of life, nor will we waver in its gift of freedom and delivered it safe- Adam Gertler, host of Food splitting wood to fire a hearth. defense,” the president said. “And ly to future generations.” Network’s, “Will Work for Food,” The episode will air on the for those who seek to advance their The history and civics lessons was recently transported Food Network Monday, Feb. 2 at aims by inducing terror and slaugh- that are undeniably attached to this through time, learning how to 8:30 p.m. tering innocents, we say to you now occasion did not begin just yester- prepare an authentic 1830s style “It was a great experience,” that our spirit is stronger and can- day at Tantasqua however. dinner with the help of one Beckman said. “I had never done not be broken; you cannot outlast Social Studies teacher Susan knowledgeable interpreter at Old us, and we will defeat you.” Rowden has been teaching her stu- Sturbridge Village (OSV). Turn To FOOD, page A18 The cafeteria also erupted in dents the ins and outs of the role of applause at the conclusion of Turn To OBAMA, page A11 Figuring all the angles Erhard stresses

GEODOME forward thinking BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY PROJECT COMES NEWS STAFF WRITER ELECTION ‘09 STURBRIDGE — TO BURGESS James P. Ehrhard, a Town Clerk Lorraine member of the Murawski on Tuesday, ELEMENTARY Tantasqua Regional Jan. 20. District School Ehrhard’s platform is Committee, has official- one of optimism and BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY VILLAGER STAFF WRITER ly announced his candi- forward thinking to dacy for a position on upgrade the quality of STURBRIDGE — Did you know the Board of Selectmen. life in Sturbridge, once that the geodesic dome is the The town election will the weakened economy strongest, yet lightest structure be held on Monday, rebuilds some muscle. ever devised? Or that two of the April 13. Two seats on “What I think I’d largest domes in the world were the Board of Selectmen James P. Erhard bring to Board of both built on the North American are up for bid in this Selectmen, in all honesty, continent — the Spruce Goose election. is an extreme sense of optimism hanger at Long Beach Harbor and Erhard returned his nomina- of where Sturbridge is heading,” the U.S. pavilion at the 1967 tion papers, with 12 more signa- Montreal Expo. tures than the required 50, to Students at Burgess Elementary Turn To ERHARD, page A11 School recently learned these facts, and whole lot more, when Mallory Bagwell visited, from Tuesday,Jan. 20 – Wednesday, Jan. 21, to build geodomes. Shawn Kelley photo Billboard marks new Staying two days to accommo- Rees Price, 11, gets down on the ground to piece together his portion of the date the volume of students, geodome on Jan. 21. See additional photos, Page A-8 Bagwell spent time with third through sixth-graders, teaching course in Bish case them about geometry, and team- the interactivity of the program had kids on their feet as well, con- work. may be more beneficial to some structing mammoth domes in the “This is something that they nor- students that others. school’s gymnasium, out of plastic BY DAVID DORE ished from her lifeguard post at mally wouldn’t get to do,” said “Some kids are hands-on based,” pipes and rubber connectors. NEW LEADER STAFF WRITER Comins Pond in Warren. fifth-grade math and science she said. As the structures grew higher The family of Molly Anne Bish is “We did it as a family because teacher Bethany Wuelfing. Berube went on to explain the and higher, kids got a first-hand hoping a billboard to be unveiled Molly was found in Palmer,” said Made possible by a cultural arts mission of the committee is to look at how light and durable the this week will finally solve the mys- her sister, Heather Bish. grant received by the school’s PTO, bring a number of these enrich- geodesic dome really is. tery of who was responsible for the The billboard features a picture of the program came to Burgess ment programs to the school each Bagwell, who has been present- Warren teenager’s disappearance Molly, the words “murderer want- through the efforts of the Cultural year. ing different learning programs to and death. ed,” a sketch by noted composite Arts Committee. “Every year it’s something dif- students and school administra- The billboard will be on Route 20 artist Jeanne Boylan of a man seen Jackie Berube of the Cultural ferent,” she said, announcing that tion alike for the last 30 years, said in Palmer, near the intersection by Molly’s mother at Comins Pond Arts Committee oversaw the event. their next program will be a the students of Burgess are lucky with Route 181. The location is the day before Molly disappeared, “I think it builds on what they’re springtime dance event featuring a to have such a motivated staff to about 5 miles from the spot where and a toll-free number for people to learning in math and the sci- Floridian flamenco band. Molly’s remains were found in June ences,” Berube said, adding that Bagwell’s presentation though, Turn To GEODOME, page A6 2003 — three years after she van- Turn To BISH, page A11 ALMANAC ...... 2 LOCAL POLICE LOGS ...... 5 SPORTS VILLAGER TRIVIA OBITUARIES ...... 7 M*A*S*H On Jan. 12, 2005, this search OPINION ...... 10 HOOPS ACTION stopped, having yielded no dis- AT STAGELOFT coveries. What was being CALENDAR ...... 14 PAGE 16-17 sought? PAGE 2 Answer inside. INSIDE SPORTS ...... 16-17 2 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 30, 2009 VILLAGER ALMANAC

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THE STATS The average age of townspeople, Courtesy photo by percentage, ages 45-64 From left to right- Mark Bourdeau as the colonel deals with another one of Cpl. Maxwell Q. Town...... 45-64 (%) Northbridge ..21.4 Klinger’s (John McGonigle) attempts to secure a Section 8 discharge so he can get home to Auburn ...... 25.2 Oxford ...... 22.8 his beloved Toledo, Ohio as the Stageloft Theater presents its staging of ‘M*A*S*H’ through Brimfield...... 27.0 Southbridge ..20.7 Sunday, Feb. 8. The play follows the exploits of the doctors, nurses, supporting staff and bewil- Brookfield ...... 25.6 Spencer ...... 24.4 dered patients at the 4077th M*A*S*H unit in the Korean War. Show times are 8 p.m. on Charlton ...... 22.1 Sturbridge...... 26.4 Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays at the theater at 450A Main St., Sturbridge. Call Douglas ...... 22.4 Uxbridge ...... 20.0 508-347-9005 for reservations. For more info please visit us at www.stageloft.com. Dudley ...... 22.0 Wales ...... 29.0 From left to right- Paige Pellaton , Fred D’angelo , Peter Holland ...... 24.8 Webster ...... 22.2 Arsenault , Todd Darling , Neal Martell and Jeremy Woloski. Leicester ...... * Information as of 22.5 2000 U.S. Census

SUNRISE/SUNSET Saturday, Jan. 31 7:02 a.m. 5:02 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1 7:01 a.m. 5:03 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2 7:00 a.m. 5:04 p.m. ‘M*A*S*H’ Tuesday, Feb. 3 6:59 a.m. 5:06 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4 6:58 a.m. 5:07 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 6:57 a.m. 5:08 p.m. sets up camp in Friday, Feb. 6 6:55 a.m. 5:10 p.m. THE FIVE QUESTIONS 1. In his inaugural address, President Obama said he was the 44th man to hold Sturbridge the office of President. Was he correct? 2. Put these poker hands in order, from the weakest to the strongest: Flush, Four of a Kind, Straight, Full House, Two Pair. 3. How many vice presidents did Franklin D. Roosevelt have? 4. Who was the first President to live in the White House? 5. Is jete: a French javelin, a ballet step, a French four-wheel vehicle, a small short- stop? QUOTE & TRIVIA This week’s front page quote Above: From left to right- John McGonigle, Todd is attributed to Wilma Askinas. Darling, Joanna Tivnan, Bethany killeen, Jeremy TRIVIA ANSWER: Woloski and Patrick Lynch. Weapons of mass destruction

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Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 3 Area residents voice big bang theories

LOUD NOISE, SHAKING OF HOUSES EXPERIENCED BY SOME AACCCCUURRAACCYY WWAATTCCHH BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY Capt. Jeff Mathieu of the VILLAGER STAFF WRITER The Sturbridge Villager is committed to Southbridge Fire Department, accuracy in all its news reports. Although If you were awakened in the who was tied up at the scene of early morning hours of Friday, the fire all night, said he was numerous safeguards are in place to ensure Jan. 16 by a sound you could not unaware of any such loud noises accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. identify, you’re not alone. that fit Bird’s description. Confirmed fact errors will be corrected at Several reports from residents “This is the first I head of it,” the top right hand corner of page 3 in a in Charlton and Southbridge, as Mathieu said yesterday when timely manner. well as unconfirmed reports asked if the sound could have If you find a mistake, call (508) 909- from Sturbridge and Dudley, all come from the fire. 4140 during normal business hours. During indicate that an incredibly pow- Having heard no mention of non-business hours, leave a message in the erful noise — loud enough to the sound prior to being ques- shake homes — startled resi- tioned about it, Mathieu offered editor’s voice mailbox. The editor will dents out of bed at approximate- the suggestion that it could have return your phone call. ly 3 a.m. on Friday. been a truck backfiring some- Sarah Bird of Southbridge where in the neighborhood. said her sleep was interrupted That however, does not explain by not one, but a sequence of how Dave McTigue, a Charlton PUBLIC MEETINGS bangs. resident, heard a very similar “I don’t know if it was a big bang in sky around the same boom that woke me up, but I time. The bang he said, was so heard a series of stuff after intense, his house shook. Regional that,” Bird said. McTigue said he, like Bird, Christopher Tanguay photo A native of western was so startled by the sound that Monday, Jan. 26: The Tantasqua Regional Massachusetts, Bird said her he immediately got out of bed to Sleeping residents in Southbridge, above, and Charlton report being awakened School District Budget Subcommittee will immediate thoughts turned to inspect his home, which he by a mysterious bang that shook their houses recently. meet at 6 p.m. in the Superintendent’s Office Westover Air Reserve Base in thought had been hit by some- at Tantasqua Regional Junior High School. The Tantasqua Regional School District Chicopee. thing. years ago. rearward and extend to the Personnel Subcommittee will meet at 7 p.m. Westover is a semi-active base, “There was virgin snow on the “I remember, it was in the day- ground.” in the Superintendent’s Conference Room at and may be used as a temporary ground, no footprints, no noth- time, we were in the house, and Any immediate change in air Tantasqua Regional Junior High School. home for some of the largest ing,” he said. you could feel it; the whole house pressure, no matter how slight — avian war machines on the east- In the following days, McTigue shook,” he said. the difference needed is equal to ern seaboard. Due to the extraor- shared his experiences with Intrigued, McTigue said he that of an elevator dropping only Holland dinary weight of the tarmac at friends and neighbors, many of researched the sounds, and two or three floors — can make Westover, the Massachusetts whom, he said, experienced the believes he has cracked the case. the boom audible. Monday, Feb. 2: The Library Board of base is also an emergency-land- same thing. “I think it was a sonic boom,” Frigid temperatures may also Trustees will meet at 9 a.m. in the library. ing site for the space shuttle. “I talked to people in Dudley, he said. “I’m sort of convinced have had something to do with The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7 p.m. in Westover representatives Southbridge and Sturbridge, that what it was.” the sound. Town Hall. could not be reached for com- they all heard it,” he said. According to a NASA docu- With temperatures at sea level Tuesday, Feb. 3 ment yesterday. Although he reported his expe- ment from the Dryden Flight often being 100 degrees or more The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7:30 “So I thought something was rience to the Southbridge Research Center, a sonic boom is hotter than the temperature at p.m. in Town Hall. going on,” Bird said. “I thought Evening News, McTigue decided a, “thunder-like noise a person 30,000 feet above sea level, typi- we were at war because I kept not to report it to police. on the ground hears when an cal cruising altitude, a layer of Wednesday, Feb. 4 hearing stuff that I thought was “I almost thought to do it,” he aircraft or other type of aero- warm air usually bounces any The Council on Aging will meet at 10:15 a.m. coming from the sky.” said, explaining that with no space vehicle flies overhead such shock waves back into the in the senior center. Extremely frightened, Bird damage to his house, there was faster than the speed of sound or atmosphere, not allowing the said she grew legitimately con- essentially nothing for him to supersonic.” sound of the boom to ever reach cerned for her family who still report. Crafts moving at such a speed human ears. Sturbridge live close to Westover. Her hus- In fact, there is not one report create a shockwave, which in Keeping in mind that band, hard of hearing, slept was logged with police in turn, creates a cone of pressur- Thursday night into Friday, tem- Saturday, Jan. 31 through the entire event, which Charlton, Southbridge, ized air molecules around the peratures plummeted to 10 The Board of Selectmen and Finance Bird said was definitely not Sturbridge or Dudley from craft. degrees below zero, McTigue Committee will hold a budget meeting with thunder or any other weather- Thursday night into Friday “As I researched it, I found out simply pointed out, “That was department heads 8:30 a.m. in Veterans related sound. morning regarding a loud bang because of the physics of a sonic one of the coldest nights of the Memorial Hall, Sturbridge Town Hall. The bangs, Bird is certain, in the sky. boom, it can actually be heard year.” came from the sky and in her This is apparently not the first ahead and behind the path of a Monday, Feb. 2 opinion, did not sound like anytime the tri-community area has plane,” McTigue said. Christopher Tanguay may be The Board of Selectmen will meet at 6:30 p.m. thing that could have been asso- been smacked with a loud bang He is right. According to the reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e- in Town Hall. ciated with a Main Street house from out of the blue. Dryden document, the pressur- mail at ctanguay@stonebridge- fire that raged just blocks away McTigue said he recalls a sim- ized molecules built up around press.com. Monday, Feb. 9 at the very same time. ilar event approximately 15 the craft, “move outward and The Board of Selectmen will meet at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall.

Tuesday, Feb. 10 The Tri-EPIC Regional Planning Committee Residents offer helping hand to neighbor in need will meet at 8:15 a.m. at Harrington Memorial Hosptial, Southbridge. The Planning Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. in BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY looks like there’s a lot of damage in the of the money the foundation has raised for Town Hall. VILLAGER STAFF WRITER house. I don’t know what the insurance com- assisting the elderly with heating costs STURBRIDGE — While firefighters are pany is going to do about it, but it looks like would be used for the fund(s). still investigating the cause of fire at 54 it might have to be worked on extensively to “As far as our funding goes that stays in Wales Ridge Way on Thursday, Jan. 15, the REAS get it back in shape.” tact for its initial purpose,” Garieri said. Monday, Feb. 2 Foundation has already stepped up to help Sturbridge Building Commissioner and Only donations specifically earmarked for The Council on Aging will meet at 1 p.m. in the displaced family. Zoning Officer Erik Wight could not be the Sisley fund would be put into the account the Senior Center. “Right now, I haven’t heard back from the reached for comment yesterday and Town that would help the family with short-term Fire Marshal’s office, so we don’t really have Administrator James Malloy was unaware needs, not covered by insurance. Tuesday, Feb. 3 a cause at this time,” Senecal said yesterday. of any decisions made regarding the struc- With REAS officials also unable to locate The Board of Health will meet at 6 p.m. in “I’m waiting for the Marshal to send his tural stability of the house. the family in the days following the fire, Town Hall. report.” Despite the unavailability of the Sisleys, Garieri said he wanted the Sturbridge resi- The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7 p.m. in According to Captain John Marinelli, the some Sturbridge residents are ready to dents to know, “We’re willing to help if we Town Hall. flames reportedly began in the house’s base- extend their hands and help their neighbors can, if there’s something that we can do, The Conservation Commission will meet at 7 ment. Although no official word has come in in need. using some of our connections to help facili- p.m. in Town Hall. regarding a source, Senecal believes he The REAS Foundation — Residential tate this, we’d be more than happy.” knows how the blaze was started. Energy Assistance for Seniors — has offered Garieri explained that the Foundation Monday, Feb. 9 “I’m pretty sure it’s probably in the electri- to establish accounts in the Sisleys’ name at would like to set the account(s) up in the fam- The Planning Board will meet at 7 p.m. in cal system,” the Chief said. “either Hometown Bank and/or Southbridge ily’s name, but would need to speak with Town Hall. As for the condition of the remaining Savings Bank,” according to Selectman Scott them first and therefore have not yet estab- structure, Senecal is not sure if the house Garieri, President of the REAS Board of lished any such fund. Tuesday, Feb. 10 will be repaired or replaced. Directors. Anyone interested in donating to the The Recreation Committee will meet at 7:30 Attempts to contact the Sisley family,occu- “From an emotional standpoint, they lost Sisley’s cause is encouraged to visit the p.m. in Town Hall. pants of the home, who lost a dog and a cat in everything,” said REAS Executive Director REAS web site, www.reasfoundation.org for the blaze, have been unsuccessful since the Thomas Creamer. information and updates on the availability day after the fire. “The REAS Foundation likes to be able to of the account(s). Free Estimates “We were able to knock [the fire] down step up and help people when in need,” pretty quick, but it already started quite a bit Garieri said. “What we would be doing, is the Christopher Tanguay may be reached at 508-347-2305 earlier than we got called, so it was an exten- REAS Foundation would only be acting as a (508) 909-4132, or by e-mail at Closets sive fire when we got there,” Senecal said. “It facilitator,” he added, explaining that none [email protected]. Home Offices Garages UHLLAW, PC FIND A 5 State Street, Worcester, MA Bankruptcy & Foreclosure Protection VET Low Fees & Payment Plans Available IN OUR EASY-TO-USE WIPE OUT YOUR DEBT ONLINE Call Christopher M. Uhl today! DIRECTORY. We are a debt relief agency We help people file bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code

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BY GUS STEEVES cer — a world where no one would STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER again hear the words ‘You have can- SOUTHBRIDGE — A few dozen cer,’” she said. people started gathering the ingre- Brogna and co-chair Allie dients to fight cancer on Wednesday, Cleveland then alternated talking Jan. 21 with the kickoff of the 2009 about the four key concepts on Greater Southbridge Area Relay For which Relay is based — celebrate, Life at the Knights of Columbus remember, fight back and hope — Hall. before lighting candles in large bags “We should make 2009 cancer’s representing them. Regarding the worst year and our best,” said Casey first, Cleveland praised the newly- Pereira, the local Relay’s American diagnosed. Survivors young and old Cancer Society (ACS) community and caregivers. For the second, executive. She noted she has been a Brogna noted th4 Relay is a time to cancer survivor herself for two “remember all those gone too soon” years and later added, “Because of despite the fact the world seems to you, people like myself are here be moving ever faster daily. today, because of all you’ve accom- “We Relay for the hope that we plished.” will fight back in some way every Dubbed “Cooking for a Cure,” the day, and that we will make a 25th 12th annual event hopes to exceed hour in our day to take action,” last year’s net income of $210,642, Cleveland said of the third concept. which made Southbridge the 23rd “It may be by exercising, eating bet- largest Relay of the 218 in New ter, asking a loved one to get a test England, according to former co- like a mammogram or by … chair Ray Fournier. The event, ensur[ing] the right cancer legisla- which runs overnight at McMahon tion is passed.” Field June 19-20, is aimed at raising Brogna concluded with “hope” by funds for ACS research, education, saying, “We see the lives that are advocacy and patient services. being saved and we join together in “If you were involved in any way saying there is no finish line until a [last year], you have a share of that,” cure is found for all.” Fournier said. As of yesterday, 15 teams with 36 Gus Steeves photo Befroe anyone got into such members had already registered at Coordinating things this year are, from left, co-chairs Allie Cleveland and Jackie Brogna and ACS representative Casey Pereira. details, however, there were plenty the Relay’s website (www.relayfor- of snacks and a little foolery to dis- life.org/GtrSouthbridgeAreaMA), pense with. The group kicked this amassing more than $4,000 so far, For her goddaughter Amy because “we want to fell like we’re “If people followed the rules their off by having attendees draw pigs at Lynn Zollin said. Boucher, it will be the first time really aggressive in doing some- doctors tell them about eating right, each table, after which co-chair One of those teams is a newcomer she’s ever experienced a Relay, with thing really good.” getting exercise and getting screen- Jackie Brogna told everyone what — “The Eliminators.” It was found- its thousands of people and candles, After getting a joke gift of a ings on time, 73 percent of cancers their drawing styles said about their ed by Maureen Davis of Oxford, who hundreds of tents, music, odd cos- plunger, committee member Deb wouldn’t exist,” Bell said. personality based on a study from had been in “Walkers for a Wish” for tumes, emotional highs and lows, Bell said she plans to focus educa- She noted 82 cents of every Relay Perdue University. the previous three years. camaraderie among strangers and tional efforts on nutrition and fit- dollar goes to the ACS. Last year, Then things got serious, with “we lost a very dear aunt just lots of walking in circles through ness by having about a dozen teams Relays nationwide raised $407 mil- Brogna invoking Gordy Klatt, a man before Christmas and that inspired the night. hide scavenger hunt items. Last lion, she said. who walked a similar nighttime my whole family to start our own “It hits close to home for me,” she year, she coordinated the effort to event 25 years ago when Relay start- team,” she said. “… When people said, noting she has no idea what to promote the Cancer Research Gus Steeves can be reached at 508- ed. are battling cancer, you feel so help- expect but welcomes the chance to Network by having several dozen 909-4135 or by e-mail at “His vision was of a world free less and this makes you feel like meet new people. teams hide the CRN’s phone num- [email protected]. from the pain and suffering of can- you’re doing something.” Davis noted she coined the name ber somewhere in their booths. Farm is a real Blessing in disguise for young riders

BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STAFF WRITER CHARLTON — A 23-acre swath of pictur- esque land tucked into a valley near the Charlton-Southbridge border looks like a normal farm from the outside. But normal it is not. Blessings Farm, located at 50 H. Foote Road, is an equestrian farm where neglected, under- privileged or low-income children come to learn to ride and care for a horse. “We will take in any kid … who can’t afford to go to a stable. We’re not about the money,” said the farm’s owner, Jack Scott. “We’re about kids.” Saying the typical cost of taking lessons can be $45-85 per week, which he called “cost pro- hibitive,” Scott decided to purchase the land five years ago and turn it into a refuge for his clients. He does not charge a set fee, but asks for donations to help run the farm. “It gives kids something special,” Scott said. “I’m a Christian. It is something God put in my heart. I just want to fulfill a dream.” Anybody that visits Scott’s farm undergoes a 10-week course, taking lessons in groups of six. The farm also offers a one-week summer camp. When they complete the regular program, Ryan Grannan-Doll photos Scott said, the children are promoted to a Above left: Jack Scott, the farm’s owner, tends to one of his horses last week. higher level class, depending on whether they Above right: Farm owner Jack Scott huddles over farm instructions and memen- are ready for it. The results are evident in the tos from riders and instructors he has collected over the years. Below right: written words of some of the students them- Fancy, a horse equestrians can ride, plays with Jack Scott last week. selves. Letters hang in the farm’s tack room. “My beautiful spirit lifter [horse] is all I ever dreamed of. When we are together, we run Jocelyn Cormier knows. Cormier, a Webster tones drew him to with the wind,” 12-year-old Jane Ashley Carr resident, started volunteering as an assistant work there as well as wrote in a poem. instructor late last year after becoming fed up the chance to work Photos and other written memories of with the high price of continuing her love for on a farm. happy children hang throughout the site. riding. It didn’t take long, she said, to form “I’d like to see his “They are all over the place,” Scott said. that special rider-horse relationship with one program really take The journey to get to that emotional point of the equines, TJ. off,” he said. “I think starts the moment a rider mounts the horse, “If you know what you are doing, [TJ] she it is a good thing.” as Shepherd Hill Regional High School senior will be perfect for you,” she said. Besides Scott, a Witnessing that kind of relationship blos- dedicated group of ™ som, Scott said, is something special. people is responsible Abigail’s Jewel Box “They form a bond,” he said. “The it is like for the farm’s daily WE’RE HERE TO HELP magic in front of your eyes. It teaches them existence. While it is Always Worth the Trip! love. It teaches them responsibility.” difficult to attract Top Dollar Paid for Your Unwanted Valuables The farm, Cormier said, leaves her and good instructors, other riders with a more memorable experi- Scott said there is ! Diamonds (1/2 carat and up) ! Platinum ! ence than she usually receives. typically one ! Gold ! Gold Watches ! Gold & Silver Coins ! “It is definitely more personable,” she said. assigned to each student on any given day,and board of directors that would establish a dedi- ! Extra Paid for Fine Jewelry ! We Treat You With Respect ! “It is really easy going.” he wants to find more. Others, Scott said, have cated source of funding for the farm. He also While it is little known, the farm has at least given money or horses to the farm, but he wants the farm to open the farm to home- Open: Thurs. - Sun. 11- 5 860-928-1300 a few backers, including Shepherd Hill never worries about the site’s financial schooled students. 76 Main Street, Putnam, CT [email protected] Guidance Counselor Jim LaLiberte, who vol- health. “[You] never know what is going to happen Your Full Service Jewelry Store unteers at the farm and referred Cormier to it. “Trust God, he hasn’t failed us yet,” he said. here,” he said. “The farm is growing all the If you want the most $ when you sell, come see us. LaLiberte said the farm’s religious under- The farm’s future looks bright. Scott said time.” once he finds more instructors he would be able to accommodate more students. 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SOUTHBRIDGE — The American Cancer Society research, education, advo- Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of the cacy, and patient services. In 2008, dollars Greater Southbridge Area received a top 25 raised through Relay assisted over 2,000 ranking during the annual Relay For Life cancer patients, survivors and their care- Leadership Summit, held Nov. 7 – 8 in takers in central and western Springfield, for its life-saving work in 2008. Massachusetts alone through programs The Relay ranks twenty-third among 218 and services like: Relay For Life events held throughout New • Hope Lodge Worcester – free, temporary England. The high ranking of the Relay housing facilities for cancer patients who For Life of the Greater Southbridge Area are undergoing treatment in serves as proof of the Southbridge commu- Massachusetts nity’s commitment to Relay For Life, and to • Look Good Feel Better – a community- finding cures for the disease. based, free service that teaches female can- Last year, more than 970 community cer patients beauty techniques to help members participated in the Relay to raise restore their appearance and self-image over $223,600 to benefit the American during chemotherapy and radiation treat- Cancer Society’s life-saving programs of ments research, education, advocacy, and service. • Road to Recovery – program that pro- 2009’s Relay For Life of Southbridge event vides transportation for cancer patients to is set for June 19 & 20. their treatments and home again Relay For Life brings together millions of • Reach to Recovery – a program that people nationwide to raise money to help matches a trained breast cancer survivor prevent cancer, save lives, and diminish with a newly diagnosed patient to answer suffering from the disease. In 2008, 3 mil- non-medical questions and offer practical lion people participated and 500,000 cancer advice for facing the diagnosis, treatment, survivors walked the opening laps. The and recovery from breast cancer. Relay raised $375 million at more than 4,500 The Relay For Life of the Greater COURTESY PHOTO sites throughout the United States and took Southbridge Area is an all-night communi- From left: Peg Camp, Chief Operating Officer for the American Cancer Society, Relay For Life of the Greater place in 22 other countries evolving into a ty event bringing together teams of fami- Southbridge Area co-chairs Jackie Brogna and Ali Cleveland and Don Gudaitis, Chief Executive Officer for the American Cancer Society. worldwide movement to end cancer. Relay lies, friends, churches, neighborhoods, and For Life is the American Cancer Society’s businesses - all with the same goal of cur- largest signature event, as well as the most ing cancer. Teams of walkers keep a contin- nationwide, community-based, voluntary research, education, advocacy, and service. successful national fundraiser. uous presence on the track throughout the health organization dedicated to eliminat- For lifesaving information, or to find the Dollars raised during Relay For Life of night, walking in shifts to raise funds for ing cancer as a major health problem by Relay For Life event closest to your commu- the Greater Southbridge Area directly sup- the American Cancer Society. preventing cancer, saving lives, and dimin- nity, contact the American Cancer Society port the community through American The American Cancer Society is the ishing suffering from cancer through at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.

POLICE LOGS

The arrests and offenses below were STURBRIDGE — 12:05 a.m. — A WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 STURBRIDGE — 8:30 p.m. — An Church Street. listed in police department logs. citation was issued at a motor vehi- investigation was initiated, Main People charged are innocent until cle stop, Route 49 and Wells Park STURBRIDGE — 4:45 a.m. — A Street. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 citation was issued at a motor vehi- proven guilty in a court of law. This Road. STURBRIDGE — 9:08 p.m. — A STURBRIDGE — 10:26 p.m. — A newspaper will publish dispensa- STURBRIDGE — 8:22 a.m. — A cle stop, Route 20 and Route 131. citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 7:44 a.m. — criminal complaint was filed against tions of cases at the request of the citation was issued at a motor vehicle stop, Fiske Hill Road. Roger S. Johnson, 31, of 107A accused, with proper documentation. cle stop, New Boston Road. Suspicious activity was investigat- STURBRIDGE — 11:36 p.m. — A ed, Main Street. Hydeville Road, Stafford, Conn., for STURBRIDGE — 11:41 a.m. — A citation was issued at a motor vehi- abandoning a motor vehicle and an citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 8:04 a.m. — A cle stop, Route 20. citation was issued at a motor vehi- unregistered motor vehicle at cle stop, Brookfield Road. Heritage X-tra Mart, Charlton Road. Log Highlights STURBRIDGE — 12:32 p.m. — An cle stop, New Boston Road. FRIDAY, JAN. 23 STURBRIDGE — 10:10 a.m. — A accident with property damage was STURBRIDGE — 9:05 a.m. — A THURSDAY, JAN. 22 investigated, Main Street. town citation was issued at MONDAY, JAN. 19 citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 11:07 a.m. — STURBRIDGE — 12:47 p.m. — Tantasqua Regional High School, cle stop, Route 131 and Main Street. Allen W. Wonderlie, 48, of 152 Main STURBRIDGE — 11:24 a.m. — An Police responded to a panic alarm at Brookfield Road. STURBRIDGE — 9:38 a.m. — An St., was arrested for disorderly con- investigation was initiated, Main St. Anne Gift Shop, Church Street. STURBRIDGE — 1:26 p.m. — A accident with property damage was duct, disturbing the peace and com- Street. STURBRIDGE — 1:47 p.m. — A summons was served on Main investigated, Main Street. mitment of alcoholics or substance STURBRIDGE — 12:27 p.m. — A citation was issued at a motor vehi- Street. abusers, Main Street. domestic dispute was investigated, cle stop, Route 131 and Farquhar STURBRIDGE — 3:18 p.m. — A SUNDAY, JAN. 25 STURBRIDGE — 9:22 p.m. — A Charlton Road. Road. criminal complaint was field STURBRIDGE — 11:13 a.m. — An criminal complaint was filed STURBRIDGE — 1:40 p.m. — A 911 STURBRIDGE — 2:25 p.m. — A against Chynna Carter, 18, of 172 investigation was initiated, against Glenn A. Rich III. 32, of 96 trace call was investigated, Main citation was issued at a motor vehi- Main Street, for possession of a Charlton Road. Paxton Road, Spencer, for operation Street. cle stop, Main Street. class E drug, Main Street. STURBRIDGE — 2:59 p.m. — A lar- of a motor vehicle with a revoked STURBRIDGE — 5:35 p.m. — Police STURBRIDGE — 3:28 p.m. — A STURBRIDGE — 6:31 p.m. — A ceny/theft was investigated at license and an uninsured motor responded to a report of a suspi- citation was issued at a motor vehi- summons was served, Cedar Street. Annie’s Country Kitchen, Main vehicle, Route 20 and Route 49. cious vehicle, Route 20. cle stop, Route 90. Thursday, Jan. 22 Street. STURBRIDGE — 6:04 p.m. — An STURBRIDGE — 3:42 p.m. — A FRIDAY, JAN. 23 accident with property damage was citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 10:07 a.m. — A investigated, Main Street. cle stop, Holland Road and Douty citation was issued at a motor vehi- Arrests STURBRIDGE — 6:12 p.m. — A STURBRIDGE — 10:21 p.m. — A Road. cle stop, New Boston Road and criminal complaint was filed citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 9:54 p.m. — A Mountain Brook Road. TUESDAY, JAN. 20 against Charles Edward cle stop, Route 131. STURBRIDGE — 1:26 p.m. — An Kavanaugh, 44, of 17 Gardner Ave., citation was issued at a motor vehi- STURBRIDGE — 3:00 a.m. — A investigation was initiated, Main for operation of a motor vehicle cle stop, Holland Road. criminal complaint was filed TUESDAY, JAN. 20 Street. after suspension/revocation of a against Rebecca Elizabeth Marx, 23, STURBRIDGE — license, following an accident with of 17 Hewitt St., Willimantic, Conn., 3:42 p.m. — An property damage on Route 20 and for operation of an uninsured motor investigation was Route 148. initiated, Main vehicle, operation of an unregis- Street. tered vehicle and miscellaneous SATURDAY, JAN. 24 STURBRIDGE — equipment violations, Route 131. A criminal complaint was also filed STURBRIDGE — 3:17 a.m. — 4:43 p.m. — An James Stevens Casaburri, 30, of 10 accident with against Timothy Edmond Gregoire, 18, of 40 Breakneck Road, for distri- Lanesboro Road, Worcester and property damage Kimberly Marie Dolan, 28, also of 10 was investigated, bution of a class D drug, Route 131. STURBRIDGE — 10:30 p.m. — A Lanesboro Road, Worcester, were Main Street. both arrested on warrant charges, STURBRIDGE — criminal complaint was filed against Derek Fairbrother, 37, of 498 Main Street. 6:36 p.m. — A STURBRIDGE — 8:49 a.m. — summons was Cronin Road, Warren, for unli- censed operation of a motor vehicle, Tantasqua Regional Junior High served, Bentwood School was secured following a bur- Drive. lights violations, and not in possession of his license, Route 20 and glar alarm, Brookfield Road. 6 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 30, 2009 LEARNING

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 instructional materials, and environments for students with special needs. The program February events for Brickworks Challenge. Grades 3-7. We’ll also provides graduate students with various combine literature, imagination, and build- options that can expand their professional Tantasqua Junior High children at Hyde Library ing skills. A challenge will be taken from credentials. today’s story and answered with creations “I am delighted to lead Bay Path’s innova- STURBRIDGE — Abraham Lincoln’s bicen- made from Lego and Duplo bricks. Resulting tive program, and play a role in the graduate and High School tennial anniversary is one of the celebrations creations will be on display for the public’s education of future special educators and and programs featured for children at the enjoyment. Register in advance. human service professionals; two of the most MONDAY, FEB. 2 Joshua Hyde Library in February. For more rewarding careers that have a positive influ- information or to register for programs, call SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Ham and cheese or tuna croissant, hash ence on children and adults with disabilities,” brown patty, carrots, applesauce, juice, milk. 508-347-2512. The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 40. A said Dr. Fleming. “Our extensive and Alternate: nuggets, brown rice, whole wheat celebration of Eric Carle’s popular book will THURSDAY, FEB. 12 demanding coursework prepares graduate breadstick. take place at 11:00 AM. Following the reading students for the multiple areas of specializa- Honest Abe’s Birthday Bash. Celebrate of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” we’ll enjoy tion within special education as they pursue TUESDAY, FEB. 3 President Lincoln’s 200th birthday from 3:30 a snack and create a special tissue paper craft. careers that provide essential support to to 4:15 p.m., with stories, craft, snack. Ages 3- For ages 2-8 with caregiver. Register in those with special needs who require individ- Quiche with, bacon and cheese, salad, dinner 8 with grown up. Register in advance. advance. ual teaching approaches, equipment or care.” rolls, assorted desserts, fruit, juice, milk. A nationally recognized leader in the field Alternate: pizza and salad. TUESDAY, FEB. 17 THURSDAY, MARCH 26 of special education, Fleming served as assis- WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4 Story Book Trail Guided Walk at 1 p.m. Busy Builders. Grades K-2. We’ll combine tant dean, chair and director of the with an Army Corps of Engineers Ranger. literature, imagination, and building skills. Department of Special Education—under- Cheeseburger mac, peas, cherry cornbread, Snow date: Thurs. Feb. 19, 1 p.m.. Learn about A challenge will be taken from today’s story graduate and graduate—at Simmons College fruit, juice, milk. Alternate: chicken patty on nature’s winter sights and sounds while we and answered with creations made from Lego in Boston prior to joining Bay Path as the a roll, pasta salad. and Duplo bricks. Resulting creations will be Dean of Faculty for the Burlington campus. enjoy the story posted along the trail. Meet at THURSDAY, FEB. 5 the Hobbes Brook Conservation and Wildlife on display for the public’s enjoyment. She has been the principal investigator on Area trail, Charlton Street, Sturbridge. Maps Register in advance. several federal grants; conducted numerous Caesar salad with chicken, dinner rolls, for self-guided walk available at the library. program curriculum evaluations; chaired frosted midnight cake, fruit, juice, milk. No registration required. college accreditation evaluations; and served Alternate: cook’s choice. Fleming to lead Bay Path as a grant reader for several state and federal WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18 grants in Washington, D.C.; and was a partic- FRIDAY, FEB. 6 Story Time with the Cow Lady at 11 a.m. College Special Education ipant at the CISSLM-IMLS International Chicken scampi over spaghetti, green beans, Author Carol Weis will read her book “When Research Symposium discussing the impact garlic bread, fruit, juice, milk. Alternate: the Cows Got Loose.” Music and activities, of school libraries on student learning in nuggets, white rice, whole wheat breadstick. too. Ages 2 – 8 with grown up. Register in programs New York. Currently, she is co-editor of the advance. Journal of the National Association for Elizabeth Fleming, DA, of Wellesley has Alternative Certification, an education publi- THURSDAY, FEB. 19 been named director of special education pro- cation, and is a member of the national CEC grams at Bay Path College. In this capacity, finance committee for the Council of Special It’s “smART story” time from 11 - 11:30 a.m. she will oversee Bay Path’s Graduate Education Administrators. for ages 3-6, 11:30 a.m. – noon for ages 7-12. Program in Special Education, which offers Fleming’s research interests are in the Experiment with the art techniques found in the Master of Science in Education and areas of special education, professional devel- today’s story. Create your own masterpiece. Specialist in Education, both with licensure opment, and inclusionary practices for both Sign up in advance. in special education. The accelerated gradu- educators and students. She has conducted ate program will offer online, on campus and WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25 national and local presentations and initiated hybrid courses with a majority offered on a programs for the practice of inclusion, and LEGALS Tyke and Toddler Playgroup resumes from weekend model at all three Bay Path campus- she is actively committed to training profes- 10:45 a.m. to noon. Ages 6 to 36 months. No es — Longmeadow, Burlington, and Central sionals to expand educational skills to educa- registration required. Massachusetts (Sturbridge/Charlton). tors at all levels. NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR Bay Path’s Graduate Program in Special The Bay Path Graduate Program in Special PROPOSALS AND INVITATION FOR FRIDAY, FEB. 27 Education prepares graduate students for Education will also be offering courses in BIDS (“RFP/IFB”) Registration for Story Time ends. Story their roles as highly trained teachers and Foxboro and Williamstown. Bay Path College SERVICE AREAS, human service professionals who provide Times begin week of March 2. Tuesdays at will host an Graduate Program in Special MASSACHUSETTS TURNPIKE 10:30 a.m.: ages 18-30 months, or 1:30 p.m.: ages designed instruction and services to children Education Open House at the Reading with various special needs. Under her direc- Lee, Blandford, Ludlow, Charlton, 4.5 – 6 years, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.: ages 2.5 Institute, 430 Main Street in Williamstown at Westborough, Framingham, and Natick tion, the program will instruct graduate stu- 4:30 p.m. The Open House is free and open to – 4.5 years. Stories, songs, crafts. Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 81A, the dents about the use of multiple teaching men and women who are interested in com- MONDAY, MARCH 2 strategies, which ensure all students with pleting their graduate college degree in spe- Massachusetts Turnpike Authority special needs reach their learning potential. (“MassPike”) is seeking proposals or bids Farewell to Winter Photo Contest. Ages 4-6, cial education. For more information about Bay Path graduate students will also acquire programs in Foxboro and Williamstown, con- for the ground lease or sale of the eleven 7-11, 12-14. Photographs will be judged on knowledge in articulating theories, concepts, existing Service Areas along the quality, composition, and interest. Entries tact the Burlington Campus at 781.272.0222. and methods of assessing the physical, emo- Visit http://www.baypath.edu/Graduate Massachusetts Turnpike (the “Service due by 5 p.m. on the last day of winter, March tional, intellectual, and social development of 19. Prizes will be awarded. Write your name, Program.aspx, for more information about Areas”), subject to existing leases. children and adolescents, as well as gain expe- Bay Path College’s Graduate Program in age, telephone number on back of photo. No rience in designing and adapting curriculum, registration necessary. Special Education. As provided in the RFP/IFB and subject to the reservations and conditions therein, MassPike will select a ground lessee for the Service Areas from among the proposals submitted; in the alternative, the Engineering math skills with geodome project sale of the Service Areas shall be awarded to the bidder who is the highest responsible bidder. Proposals to ground lease GEODOME the Service Areas are due by 12:00 noon continued from page A1 (local time) on March 25, 2009 at MassPike’s offices (Ten Park Plaza, Suite bring in a presentation like his. Beyond the basic building lesson, Bagwell 4160, Boston, MA 02116). Sealed bids to tries to present students with new vocabu- purchase the Service Areas are due by lary words; in this case, large shape names. 12:00 noon (local time) on March 25, 2009 “You can hang a high level of vocabulary at MassPike’s offices (Ten Park Plaza, on it,” Bagwell said of a project as complex Suite 4160, Boston, MA 02116) and will as dome building. be opened publicly at MassPike’s offices Some of the students agree. at 12:30 p.m. (local time) on that date. Garrett Cudgma, a fifth-grader, said the MassPike reserves the right to suspend, biggest thing he learned yesterday was, “that withdraw, or amend the RFP/IFB for any there are a lot of shapes and they have big reason at any time and reserves the right names.” to reject any or all proposals or bids or to Although it may have been mind bending readvertise for proposals or bids. for the students at the time, Bagwell said this lesson is something students will be able to look back on in the future, “and they’ll be All pertinent information relative to the able to use proper terminology.” terms and conditions of the ground lease Other students found the dome building or sale of the Service Areas, including the exercise not only challenging, but also more deposits required to be submitted with the fun than a regular school day. proposals or bids, is contained or “I’ve never really built a dome this high,” addressed in the RFP/IFB. 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562 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA Call: 508.347.3773 or visit:barkandbubbles.com Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 7 OBITUARIES Lorraine C. Breen, 86 Walter P. Smola, 92 SOUTHBRIDGE — Lorraine E. (Bonnette) former CCD teacher. She was a member of THORNDIKE — Walter P. Smola, 92, of He served his country honor- Breen, 86, of Columbus Avenue, died Tuesday, Harrington Memorial Hospital Auxiliary,she Thorndike, was called to eternal rest ably during World War II as an Jan. 20 in Harrington Memorial Hospital, served as treasurer for many consecutive Tuesday, Jan. 20. Army ambulance driver in the after a brief illness. years. Walter will be missed by his beloved wife of European Theatre. She was born in Southbridge, the daughter She took great pleasure in organizing 62 years, Alice (Jamrog); his children, Walter worked at C. F. & I. in of Antonio and Evelyn (Guillette) Bonnette, reunions of her Mary E. Wells High School Richard and his wife Deborah of Three Palmer until its closing. He and lived in the area all her life. class of 1940. Rivers, Katherine Klimczuk and her husband later retired from the Monson She leaves her loving husband of 53 years, Lorraine was known for her beautiful Roman of Sturbridge and Christine Nauman Developmental Center. Joseph F. Breen; a daughter, Sheila Demers, smile and friendly personality. She found and her husband Karl of Sturbridge; his He was an avid gardener, card player and her husband Carey, and their children, her greatest fulfillment in being with family adored grandchildren, Scott and Todd Smola, apple picker. He loved to spend time with his Nathan and Sean of Merrimack, N.H.; a son, and friends and doing for others. Kimberly, Brian and Cassandra Klimczuk, family. Patrick Breen, his wife Cyndi, and their chil- Her funeral was held Friday, Jan. 23 from and Nicole and Kyle Nauman; his great- He was a member of St. Joseph’s Polish dren, Patrick, Jr. and Riley of Apex, N.C.; a the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 grandsons, Derrick, Trevor and Gavin Smola; Society of Thorndike. son, Michael Breen, his wife Miyuki, and Hamilton St., with a Mass in St. Mary’s his sisters, Veronica Dana, Gladys Shelton, Services were held Saturday, Jan. 24 from their daughter Hannah of Apex, N.C.; a sister, Church, 263 Hamilton St. Burial was in St. Sophie McDermott, Julia Anderson, Frances the Motyka Funeral Home, 2186 Main St., Rachel Vilandre of Sturbridge; a sister-in-law, Mary’s Cemetery. Ball and Amelia Miller; his brothers, Rudolph Three Rivers, followed by a Liturgy of Mary Puracchio and her husband James of D`onations may be made to St. Mary’s and Victor and several nieces and nephews. Christian Burial in Sts. Peter & Paul Church. Southbridge; one nephew, several nieces, Parish Ministry Center, 263 Hamilton St., He was predeceased by siblings, Mary Burial was in the parish cemetery. grandnephews and nieces, cousins, and many Southbridge, MA 01550. Mahras, Stephanie Guimond, Joseph Smola Donations may be made to Sts. Peter & Paul dear friends here and in Florida, where she The Breen family wishes to thank Dr. Paul and John Smola. Church, 2267 Main St., Three Rivers, MA and her husband wintered for the past 22 Harrington and the staff of Harrington Born in Belchertown, he was the son of the 01080. years. Memorial Hospital, as well as the staff of late Peter and Catherine (Swiatek) Smola. He — The family wishes to extend its deepest Before her marriage, Lorraine was execu- Quaboag on the Common Rehabilitation was one of 13 children in the family. appreciation to the staff at Wingate at tive secretary to Fileno DiGregorio, president Center in West Brookfield for their kind and Walter was a devout Catholic and parish- Wilbraham for their excellent care. and founder of United Lens Company in compassionate care of Lorraine during her ioner of Sts. Peter and Paul Church. Southbridge. recent illness. She was an active member of St. Mary’s www.morrillfuneralhome.com Church, where she served as a greeter and a

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(one plant per household), the Fair will offer sonable price. They will also make great gifts Town Election to be held on Monday, April a variety of plants, seeds, tools, containers, to present to others to read. 13. Nominees must be registered voters and Enter the Great Tomato fertilizers, compost, nursery stock, watering Sign up to become a Friend of the Joshua obtain 50 signatures of registered voters to supplies, and timely information to help the Hyde Library on the day of the sale and be placed on the ballot. The following is a Poster Contest home gardener. Children’s events will high- enjoy the benefits of invitations to special list of the positions that are open: light the joy of gardening for the young. events, subscription to our quarterly STURBRIDGE — We need your imagina- For more information about the Great newsletter and early admission to our 1 for 3 years Moderator tion and your amazing artwork to let every- Tomato Poster Contest, contact the Joshua Annual Book Sale held in August. 2 for 3 years Board of Selectmen one know about the Great Tomato Plant Hyde Library in Sturbridge at 508-347-2512. 1 for 3 years Board of Assessors Giveaway and Gardeners’ Fair at the To learn more about the Moveable Feast 1 for 3 years Sturbridge School Sturbridge Common on Saturday, May 30. events, check the website at www.moveable- Hayloft Steppers Committee The Great Tomato Poster Contest is open to feastscentralmass.org. 2 for 3 years Tantasqua School Committee anyone age 8 to 18 and will be used to adver- 1 for 2 years Tantasqua School Committee tise this special day designed to encourage host dance 1 for 3 years Constable the home gardener of every level to grow Joshua Hyde Library STURBRIDGE - The Hayloft Steppers 1 for 3 years Board of Health their own food on their own land. The event Square Dance Club is holding a dance on 1 for 3 years Recreation Committee is the latest in a yearlong series of Moveable from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 from 2 for 3 years Zoning Board of Appeals Feasts events, a grassroots movement to plans annual Winter (Early round dancing at 7:30 p.m.). The 3 for 3 years Library Trustees experience and embrace locally grown foods caller is Bill Mager and the cuer is Birgit sponsored by the Joshua Hyde Library of Book Sale Maguire. Admission is $7 per person. The The last day to take out papers is Friday, Sturbridge in partnership with Old club is located at 232 Podunk Road in Feb. 20. The last day to submit papers to the Sturbridge Village, the Charlton Public STURBRIDGE — The Friends of the Sturbridge. Town Clerk is Monday, Feb. 23. Library, and the Jacob Edwards Library of Joshua Hyde Library will hold their fabu- For information on our next beginner Southbridge. lous annual Winter Book Sale from 1:30 – 3:30 class, please call Moe @ (508) 867-8036. It’s Also, a reminder that the 2009 Dog To enter the contest, an original artwork p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8 in the library meeting lots of fun and great exercise. Licenses are now available. Fees for male should be submitted on 8 1/2 x 11 paper. room. In the event of snow, the Book Sale and female dogs are now $15; spayed or You may use a computer to design your Snow Date will be from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Feb. neutered dogs are now $10. Current rabies poster, if you wish, but all artwork must be 15. Sturbridge 2009 vaccination records are required to license your own! Artwork will not be returned. You have an unusual opportunity to your dog(s). Applications are available on Name, Address, Phone number, School, & choose from a selection of both hard and soft the Town Clerk’s webpage as well as on the Grade must appear on the back of the art- covered adult fiction and non-fiction books. Nomination Papers soon to be coming Town Census. Mail in work. Drop off your entry at the Sturbridge, Children’s books will also be available. Curl licensing is encouraged (please follow direc- Charlton, or Southbridge libraries, or give it up in a comfortable chair and relax reading Available tions). Penalties will be levied after March to your art teacher between Feb. 11 and a favorite book and take the time to read to 31. March 4. Prizes will be awarded on March 20, the youngsters in your family. STURBRIDGE — Town Clerk, Lorraine the first day of Spring. This is also a great opportunity to pur- Murawski, has announced that nomination In addition to giving away tomato plants chase a winter supply of books at a very rea- papers are now available for the Annual

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Clockwise from top left: STURBRIDGE — Sam Matton, 10, of Sturbridge, puts together a triangle of his geodome. Geodome workshops were sponsored by the Burgess Elementary Cultural Arts committee. Jack Mazeika, 10, of Sturbridge, has a laugh with friends as he pieces together what will become a geodome. Aaron Kingman, 10. Of Sturbridge found many ways to utilize the metal tubes. Samantha Muir, 10. Of Sturbridge, uses some muscle as she squeezes her geodome together. Owen McDevitt, 10, of Sturbridge holds up tubes as friends piece them together. Zack O’Brien, 10, of Sturbridge, smiles for the camera, as he squeezes two metal tubes together. Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 9 Selectmen discuss lakes partnership

BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY ties available which would help implement 15, that destroyed the home of the Sisley week,” he said. NEWS STAFF WRITER the program in Sturbridge schools. family. According to Senecal, the ferocious Garieri and Selectman Mary Blanchard STURBRIDGE — The Board of Selectmen Having two officers certified in the pro- blaze was completely doused within 10 min- announced that the REAS Foundation, of met with members of the Lakes Advisory gram, he said, would help the department’s utes. which they are both members, would estab- Committee Monday, Jan. 19 to discuss the chances of receiving some of that grant Sturbridge firefighters also assisted crews lish an account, with the help of local banks, possible formation of a partner organization money. in Southbridge later that night, fighting a to assist the Sisley family. to help implement measures that would pre- Ford said he had already been in contact Main Street blaze that displaced two fami- Blanchard indicated that no REAS funds serve the future health of area lakes. with various school administration person- lies. would be used for this initiative, and that Selectmen Ted Goodwin proposed forma- nel, and that the idea of the program has “The guys did a real good job for having only donations marked specifically for the tion of a “permanent executive council,” to been well received. two structure fires in one day,” Senecal said. family would be entered into the account. assist with bringing to fruition a number of Chief Leonard Senecal of the Sturbridge Later in the meeting, Selectman Scott suggestions made in a 2008 report from the Fire Department was also on hand last night Garieri echoed Senecal. News staff writer Christopher Tanguay Lakes Advisory Committee. to commend the efforts of his crew, who bat- “I want to commend the Fire Department may be reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e-mail The report discusses such topics as overall tled a fire on Ridge Way last Thursday, Jan. for the job they did at the Sisley’s home last at [email protected]. conditions of the lakes and the economics of tourism and property ownership promoted by the lakes. As proposed, the council would consist of 10 appointed townspeople and an eleventh member, should an Army Corps of Engineers representative accept an invitation to participate. Goodwin said the function of a lakes council would be to address and establish a uni- formed set of governing rules and regulations for all town lakes. The regulations would encompass topics like public access, parking, waste management, proper signage, weed control and infestation prevention, boat and trailer inspections, and rules-of-the- road for aquatic vehicle operation on the lakes. “The issues are really complex ones … that are going to require a lot of different funding, grants and self policing,” said Chairman of the Board of Selectmen Steven Halterman, who went on to explain that a number of state grants are available for issues dealing with lakes and lake restoration. “Personally, I think it’s a great idea,” Halterman added about the formation of the new organization. Goodwin indicated that another large benefit to having an organization like the one proposed, is the additional manpower it would provide for remaining in close contact with representatives from the surrounding lake associations. More information on the proposed body will be available by the next Selectmen’s meeting. Chief Thomas Ford of the Sturbridge Police Department also met with the Selectmen last night to give his monthly report, which included the announcement that two members of his department were recently GRATE certified. GRATE — Gang Resistance Education and Training — is a program that Ford believes Will it never end? may be very beneficial to Sturbridge. Shawn Kelley photo Whereas there is not a gang problem in this particular community, Ford said, the GRATE program puts strong emphasis on SOUTHRBIDGE — Icicles hang from the side of the Water Department building on the corner of Foster and North Streets late last week. It looks as though how to deal with bullying in school. January will come to a close much as it came in — with bone-chilling cold. Comparing GRATE to the DARE program, which was popular in middle schools in the 1990s, Ford said there are grant opportuni-

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EDITORIAL Wanted: Not too early 20 minutes of non-fame to think local attention

here are two things wrong with modern elections health care: television and computers...... TTelevision doesn’t do modern health care any good because shows like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “House” and (my personal favorite) “ER” belie the t’s not like they’re just around the corner, realities of health care in favor of what’s dramatic, but the annual elections are already on the or poignant, or controversial, or uplifting. Yes, peo- Iminds of some folks. ple do die on these shows, but more often than not Some towns, such as Sturbridge, have a wise old doctor or enthusiastic young intern already made nomination papers available. comes to the rescue in time to restore the most Southbridge’s will come out next week. hopelessly diagnosed patient to the veritable pic- Already, though, there are indications as to ture of health. Real life and real medicine are who will and won’t run. rarely like that! In Southbridge, where politics is discussed And computers, well, they’re in local diners and bars, resident Stephanie no doubt useful in gathering DeMartino has made it clear she will run for and maintaining information Town Council. DeMartino is a frequent writer on medical histories, possible to these pages, and has also been a presence drug interactions and payment on the Web. records, but — as they are in Other names have been mentioned, though the rest of the world — in the nothing is definite. One name that comes up LETTERS TO THE EDITOR world of medicine, computers frequently as a possible Town Council candi- can sometimes be nothing but date is Larry Beinema, who served as an a crutch. Which may be fine if intervenor during the landfill proceedings. No you’ve got a fractured fibula, official word, yet, on whether incumbents Sisley Family Fire Fund offers comfort to neighbors but how does that prove useful Larry McDonald, Robert King and David AS YOU in the case of angry kidney To the editor: demonstrated its incredible compassion, stones or recurring tonsillitis? Livengood will seek re-election. IKE T In Charlton, Selectmen Chairman Rick The REAS Foundation, in partnership with humanity, and love via the countless acts of L I No, really! We all know the Swensen said he’s ready to serve another Southbridge Savings Bank, Hometown Bank, generosity conveyed on behalf of our most value of computers in main- term. and the Publick House has established a fund vulnerable neighbors. MARK ASHTON taining our modern economy Also in Charlton, one-time state representa- for Mr.and Mrs. Thomas Sisley, 54 Ridge Way, We are now once again called to service in (hah!), keeping banks and tive hopeful David Singer, who serves as mod- whose home was destroyed by fire Jan. 15. support of a family in great need; they have supermarkets and gas stations all in efficient operation, but the invasiveness of erator, said he will pull papers and run. Donations can be made directly at, or by lost heir home, their beloved pets, and the technology into medical care hit home with me last No word as to whether incumbent Jack mail to, Southbridge Savings Bank, 200 physical mementos of an entire life. week when I went for an annual visit to one of Bacon is running again. Charlton Road, Sturbridge MA, 01566, Please consider your ability to assist the those medical specialists. (Yes, in addition to our Over in Sturbridge, the seats of two select- Hometown Bank (331 Main Street, Sturbridge Sisley’s as they begin the long journey of MA, 01566) or the REAS Foundation, PO Box rebuilding their lives. Those of us who are regular PCPs, nowadays we must all have rheuma- men, Steven Halterman and Ted Goodwin, are tologists, endocrinologists, cardiologists, urolo- set to expire. Halterman has indicated he 737, Fiskdale MA, 01518, and should be made able to help, can take great pride in knowing payable to — Sisley Family Fire Fund. that even the smallest contribution will go a gists and — well, you get the gist of where this is won’t seek re-election. going!) Councilors and selectmen, of course, aren’t Most of us can only imagine the magni- long way towards helping to ease some por- tude of emotion and loss in witnessing the tion of the burden, their journey will entail. The visit might have been unremarkable except the only ones gearing up for election, for one tiny glitch: the computer was down. although those races always seem to garner destruction of a life’s work. We labor each Knowing that we are here, willing to share and every day to build a life for ourselves and this journey may bring some level of comfort Actually,perhaps the whole system was down. The much of the public’s interest. poor receptionists at the check-in area were wear- Now’s the time, if you are so inclined, to our family, often sacrificing a great deal in to our neighbors. order to provide for our children or other ing winter coats indoors — mainly because the fur- consider serving your town in some capacity. nace wasn’t working. But the computer that affect- Maybe you’re interested in your child’s members of our family. THOMAS R. CREAMER, Our neighbors — the Sisley’s — are experi- ed my visit was the one in the office where we all go school. A seat on the local School Committee EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR encing an incredible loss, in many respects to sit half-naked waiting on a paper-covered table could prove eye-opening and give you a reading wall signs that explain the workings of the the tangible sum total of their life’s efforts. REAS FOUNDATION chance to make a difference. human digestive system (the esophagus is connect- We are a community that has repeatedly When your town releases nomination ed to the stomach, which is connected to the duode- papers, consider picking some up and gather- num, which is connected to the jejunum — it’s all ing signatures. Public service demands com- alimentary,my dear Watson!). mitment. Many before us have made that com- In all fairness to the system, the nurse or aide mitment. Who after them will pick up the who leads us to the cubicle and takes our blood torch? Obama must renew focus pressure and pulse prior to the doctor’s visit did her very best to get the computer up and running. She “rebooted” twice while I was there — but to no fter President Barack or vision of those in high office, good end. What could she do but warn me that the Obama took the oath of but because We the People have doctor would not be happy to find me in a state of Aoffice last week and began RISTAL remained faithful to the ideals of technological dysfunction! to speak to the nation, I curious- K our forebears, and true to our HOW TO SUBMIT Indeed, when the doctor whirled in (and let’s call ly began to piece together the LEAR founding documents.” images and words he offered to K I heard this line on him a her, just to protect medical sensibilities — LETTERS the public. After months of Inauguration Day as I sat at doctors are people too!), “she” reached for the key- gauging the tone of his cam- work with my colleagues watch- pad and was distressed to find it unresponsive. I Send letters to the editor to Walter Bird paign rhetoric — notably more KRISTINA ing the television coverage of know she was distressed, because it also distracted at the Charlton Villager, 25 Elm St., positive than many other candi- REARDON the event, and the emphasis of her from ME. She did ask me how I was doing, but dates’, punctuated by the much- “We the People” was not quite as as I endeavored to answer she interrupted, noting Southbridge, MA celebrated (and mocked) slogan, great as when I reread his that the computer was proving useless, uncoopera- 01550, or by e-mail to “Yes, we can!” — his opening restore the American dream and speech online. tive, perhaps in need of cybernetic defibrillation. wbird@stonebridge- words as president came in stark to get out of the economic Perhaps I unnecessarily For a moment, the doctor was forced to commu- press.com. Allow at contrast. morass that we’re now in?” focused too much on the things nicate with ME face to face, but with the computer Invoking George Obama said which spoke to a least 48 hours for a Obama responded first with a down she had no place to file that information, so Washington’s words at Valley critique of then-President Bush: potentially scary future for our what was the point of inquiry? “I’m going to have confirmation Forge and warnings of hard “You know, a lot of you remem- nation. I do think he is a skilled to tell them to close this room down,” she pro- response. Please sup- times ahead potential cuts in ber the tragedy of 9/11 … how all speaker and writer, and that his nounced. “The computer’s not working!” government funding, I started to of the country was ready to message was well written and I supposed she was right, but she felt the need to ply home address get a little bit nervous about the delivered. In many ways, the come together and make enor- elaborate. “Without a computer,I’d have to spend 20 and phone number. future of our country. It had emphasis on hard times ahead is mous changes to make us not minutes with each patient!” Don’t send letters via nothing to do with Obama’s only safer, but to make us a bet- merited due to the current eco- skills as a new president, but the nomic climate in which we cur- Horror of horrors! Twenty minutes with a fax. There is no word ter country and a more unified patient! Twenty minutes asking and listening, fact that a candidate with such a country.And President Bush did rently find ourselves. count for letters, the hopeful message in his cam- But I think the key part of peering and peeking, thumping and poking, exam- some smart things at the outset, ining and diagnosing. Even Andy Warhol gave us discerning reader paign had changed his tone so but one of the opportunities that Obama’s message — on will understand that brevity is the key to sharply in one speech. was missed was, when he spoke Inauguration Day and through- only 15 minutes of fame. Why should the medical To be fair, not all of Obama’s to the American people, he said, out his campaign — is that gov- profession be expected to devote a whole 20 minutes good communication. Longer submis- speech on Inauguration Day was ‘Go out and shop.’ That wasn’t ernment can lead, but it’s the to an individual patient — and not just once, but sions will be published as space allows. about doom and gloom. And his the kind of call to service that I American people who need to be once a year?! What would modern medicine campaign didn’t sidestep talking think the American people were willing to do perhaps more than become if these ancient and obsolete practices of “Your Turn” guest columns can be about hard issues or the difficult they have before to ensure our used for longer pieces, and should be looking for.” examination and communication were to be rein- times our country may face in He went on to describe the nation prospers. He said, near stated? between 700-800 words. the immediate future either. kind of call to service he the end: “What is required of us The doctor whirled out as quickly as she had The editor, at his or her discretion, But instead of quoting believes would be appropriate, now is a new era of responsibili- whirled in, instructing me to come again in one Washington or talking about detailing a number of ways aver- ty — a recognition, on the part year’s time. She had spent, perhaps, four minutes reserves the right to edit all submissions. budget cuts, I wished that he had of every American, that we have age Americans would need to be in my presence, at least three of them complaining brought back a stronger call to more efficient in their energy duties to ourselves, our nation, service and sacrifice on the part and the world … ” about the inadequacies of the room without a use and more considerate in working computer. I tried to make an appointment of the American people that their consuming of products in Coming back to reread his swayed me to vote for him dur- speech, I can see this emphasis on the way out but was told the scheduling comput- our marketplace, noting that it ers can’t handle an appointment that far in ing the second presidential was “going to require effort from better.At the time, I was distract- advance. I was given a card to put on the fridge with debate this past fall. each and every one of us.” ed by his choice to end his The second presidential He concluded by saying: “I speech with words spoken at a note on it to remind me — sometime around June debate was, admittedly, comical think the young people of Valley Forge and his word — to call back and make my appointment for next at times. Veteran news anchor America are especially interest- choice — using phrases like “in January. Serving Sturbridge, Brimfield, Holland and Wales Tom Brokaw rebuked both ed in how they can serve, and this winter of our hardship.” I’m seriously considering another option, Obama and Sen. John McCain that’s one of the reasons why I’m Since the first moments of though. Since I was an hour early to this year’s 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 so many times about not cutting interested in doubling the Peace watching the speech, I have con- appointment and the doctor 25 minutes late, and Telephone (800) 367-9898 their answers short enough that Corps, making sure that we are tinued to piece together its since I took a whole day off from work and spent all Fax (508) 764-8015 he seemed nothing short of creating a volunteer corps all impact. Perhaps it is too soon to of 240 seconds with her, maybe next year I’ll just ridiculous. But one of the ques- across this country that can be tell, or perhaps that’s not as “phone in” my visit, which is pretty much what the www.sturbridgevillager.net tions he asked that night important as what is to come in involved in their community, doctor did this year. brought forth a response from involved in military service, so Obama’s presidency. FRANK G. WALTER C. Obama that helped me decide to But for now, I just have to Or, if their computer is healthy by then, maybe that military families and our my computer can simply tap into their main frame CHILINSKI BIRD JR. vote for him over McCain. troops are not the only ones remind myself that its tone is Brokaw said: “Since World only one piece of a greater mes- and we can handle the whole exam over the WEEKLY EDITOR bearing the burden of renewing PRESIDENT AND War II, we have never been sage Obama has spent over a Internet. It might be fun to be “Googled” on an AT-LARGE America.” annual basis. PUBLISHER asked to sacrifice anything to In many ways, Obama did year trying to spread. Modern medicine could be a wonderful, won- help our country, except the renew his message from that TRACY SEELYE blood of our heroic men and debate night in his Inaugural Kristina Reardon contributes drous thing, if only computers and busted furnaces — and actual people — wouldn’t get in the way! EDITOR, STURBRIDGE VILLAGER women. As president, what sac- Address. During his speech, he a column to the Spencer New rifices will you ask every said: “America has carried on Leader and Stonebridge Press American to make to help not simply because of the skill newspapers. Mark Ashton writes a weekly column for Stonebridge Press publications. Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 11 AROUND OUR TOWNS

husband, Scott, she is the co-owner of Gerrish Forestland Management in Brimfield, a com- Amy J. Gerrish Joins pany specializing in consulting forestry, wildlife enhancement, Chapter 61 plans and RE/MAX Professional stewardship programs. Amy loves to hike in the woods with Scott and her 110 lb dog, STURBRIDGE — Lorraine Herbert, bro- Sammy Sosa. ker/owner of RE/MAX Professional “RE/MAX represents the top of our profes- Associates in Sturbridge, is pleased to sion and it provides excellent services to announce that Amy J. Gerrish has joined the agents and clients,” Amy J. Gerrish said. “I real estate office as a sales associate. am thrilled to be a part of such a wonderful With six years of real organization.” estate experience, Amy RE/MAX Professional Associates, 49 Main provides real estate Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566, www.remaxpro- services, specializing in fassoc.com residential, land, lake RE/MAX Professional Associates is affiliat- homes, multi-family, ed with RE/MAX of New England and investment property RE/MAX International. Since its inception in and relocations. She is a 1985, RE/MAX of New England has grown to multi-million dollar pro- over 275 offices with more than 3,400 sales ducer and was voted associates throughout Connecticut, Maine, 2003 Pioneer Valley Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island Newcomer of the Year. and Vermont, providing residential and com- Amy, a Certified Buyer mercial real estate. The RE/MAX website is Mary Ann Adams photo Amy J. Gerrish Representative, has www.remax.com. Kinvara performs on Sunday, March 8 at the Brookfield Unitarian Universalist Church. For more information received yearly bronze call Rob Adams at 508-347-2225. Photo file attached. and silver Presidents Awards for sales and service to the Pioneer the church located at 9 Upper River Street (on concert. Kinvara has performed across Valley Realtor Association. Traditional Irish Group, the Brookfield Common) and is open to the Ireland from their namesake village of For more than 20 years Amy has been a res- public. ). Suggested donation is $10; $8 for stu- Kinvara in County Galway to Dublin, and is a ident of Brimfield and has been an active dents and seniors; children 12 and under are perennial favorite in New England as well. member of the Brimfield PTO, Boy Scouts, Kinvara to perform free. And on Sunday,April 19, the BUUC Concert Brimfield Cultural Council and Playground Fiddler Jim Buchanan, flute player Jimmy Series will present classical guitarist Stanley BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield Unitarian Committee. She is a member of the Pioneer Gleason and percussionist Joey Sullivan on Alexandrowicz. Eric Sessler of the Curtis Universalist Church’s BUUC Concert cele- Valley, Massachusetts, and National the bodhran drum, will be joined by local Institute of Music wrote: “Amazing work! His brates St. Patrick’s Day with the Traditional Association of Realtors and serves on the musician and songwriter, Rob Adams on playing is sensitive and expressive… Bravo!” Irish Group, Kinvara, in concert at 3 p.m. RAPV Scholarship Committee and the vocals and guitar. Together they will bring the Sunday, March 8. The concert will be held at Professional Standards Board. Along with her jigs and reels of Ireland alive in this seasonal Molly Bish’s family to put up billboard in Palmer

BISH renewing our campaign to find the continued from page A1 person that did this to Molly.We will never give up. We’ll go to any length provide tips to Worcester District to find him.” Attorney Joseph Early Jr.’s office. The Bishes are also preparing for According to Bish, the billboard Missing Children’s Day,held the last will be up until June 27, the date week in May, and the relaunch of nine years ago when Molly disap- the Molly Bish Center for the peared. Protection of Children and the “I’d like to see this guy in jail at 10 Elderly at Anna Maria College in years,” she said, referencing the sig- Paxton. The center, which has nificance of next year’s anniversary. moved to 88 Prescott St. in The billboard will also mention a Worcester, will establish a sibling $100,000 reward offered by S. support group for victims of violent Prestley Blake, co-founder of the crime. Friendly Ice Cream Corporation, On Feb. 11, the college will host a state Sen. Stephen M. Brewer (D- reception featuring film producer Barre), former state Reps. David H. Melanie Perkins. The Lawrence Tuttle and Reed V. Hillman, Robert native won an Emmy award for a and Lani Ebersold of Chatham, and Molly Bish documentary titled “Have You Seen an anonymous donor. Andy?” about a childhood friend, The owner of the Route 20 bill- educating themselves on the investi- Andy Puglisi, who vanished in board, Clear Channel Outdoor, is gation process, forensics, behavior August 1976. The crime has never waiving some of the cost for it, analysis and profiling. They also been solved. took courses at the Henry C. Lee File photo According to Heather Bish, pri- Heather Bish said, while donations A billboard Molly Bish’s family is buying along Route 20 in Palmer will feature the com- will pay for the rest. It will cost $950 Institute of Forensic Science at the vate investigators who help with University of New Haven. posite of a man seen by Molly’s mother at Comins Pond in Warren the day before the unsolved cases, law enforcement, to keep it up for six months, she teen disappeared in June 2000. said. The inspiration for putting up the public officials and families of miss- This also marks the first time billboard came from Waterbury, you can’t miss,” Bish said. get that body there,” Bish said. ing Massachusetts children have Molly’s siblings are taking a more Conn., Heather Bish explained, The Bish family believes the per- The hope is that someone either been invited to attend. public role in the search for her where the murder of a woman was son responsible for Molly’s disap- passing by the billboard or hearing killer. Since their father suffered a solved after three decades because pearance and death is from the about it will provide the key piece of David Dore may be reached at (508) stroke in July 2007, and their mother her father put up a billboard every Warren area, since her body was information needed for an arrest. 909-4140, or by e-mail at ddore@stone- has been caring for him, Heather year seeking clues. found in a hunting ground. “We’re starting a campaign now, bridgepress.com. and her brother, John Jr., have been “A billboard is huge, something “You had to climb a mountain to Jan. 27 to June 27,” Bish said. “We’re Students get history Erhard throws hat in ring

ERHARD Ehrhard went on to say that by Elder issues and the beautifi- lesson as it happens continued from page A1 increasing the local economy, cation of Route 20 are also high the town’s tax revenue will sub- on Erhard’s list. the four-year resident of sequently increase, putting the “I will not ignore senior serv- OBAMA just old enough to vote in the next Sturbridge said. “We have an town in a better position to use ices, we should have at least level presidential election, had a lot to say that revenue for other improve- funding for senior services,” he continued from page A1 opportunity here, a real opportu- about Obama’s first address as presi- nity here, to lay the ground work ments when global economic said, indicating that he is willing dent. conditions improve. to go to Beacon Hill himself to the president and the electoral process for when the economy does “I noticed in his speech, he stated a “Route 15’s unique location advocate for senior transporta- since the start of a school year. bounce back.” lot of our problems, then he stated with easy access off of I-84 tion and other programs. “They might not understand right Prior to officially throwing his how we could solve them, and he makes it perfectly suited for To make Sturbridge’s down- now why it’s so important,” Rowden hat into the ring, Ehrhard never used the word ‘I,’” said Remi larger scale development and the town more hospitable to pedes- said. “I think in later years they’ll launched the Web site Lamothe, an eighth-grader from tax revenues such development trians, Ehrhard said he intends understand.” www.jamesehrhard.com to out- Brimfield, who found the sense of puts into the town’s treasury. We to look into planters along the Among the in-class exercises, begin- line his views and plans for the encompassment very inspiring. should not be handing those tax concrete median of Route 20, as ning in September, students had to future of Sturbridge. Dillon Young, an eighth-grader from dollars to our neighboring towns well as sidewalks along the road. create an election book, which fea- Erhard said the intention of Fiskdale, noted the significance of when the people of Sturbridge Aware that some of his ideas, tured profiles of both major party can- the site was to reach the busy Obama, the first man of African want such development in that such as rerouting the town’s tele- didates — then U.S. Sen. Obama, D- people of Sturbridge, as the descent, taking the oath of office. corridor,” Ehrhard’s site reads. phone lines underground along Illinois, and his opponent Sen. John Internet is a major part of many “It just shows how much more Implementation of an econom- Route 20, have already been dis- McCain, R-Arizona — as well as a people’s lives. equality there is,” Young said. ic coordinator/grants coordina- cussed by the current Board of description of the job, and lessons on In response, Ehrhard said the Something Young and his class- tor is a position he wants to Selectmen, Ehrhard said, “If the checks-and-balances system of the site has garnered more support mates said they would like to see investigate if elected to the someone comes up with a cre- three branches of federal government for his run than he anticipated. before they are old enough to cast board as well. ative idea … I’ll get my hands and the function of the Electoral The opening remarks to the their own ballots, is an end to interna- Other aspects of Sturbridge around it and see if we can make College. agenda page of Ehrhard’s site tional violence. that Ehrhard sees as essential it happen.” In addition to studies on the reads, “At the Town Meeting in “To end the war, keep it ended, and areas in need of improvement Owner of one of the largest Constitution’s strict guidelines for April of 2008, in advocating for a not have another one,” is important to are recreation facilities such as bankruptcy law firms in presidential criteria and the inaugu- larger waste water treatment Michaela Ostreaga of Sturbridge. playgrounds and ball fields. Massachusetts, Ehrhard said ral proceedings, Rowden’s classes facility, I stated to the residents “Even if he doesn’t entirely [end the Ehrhard praised the that whether you face a munici- most recently looked at the similari- of my town that we needed to war], just to start the process,” would Recreation Committee for the pal or personal hurdle, a positive ties between Dr. Martin Luther King break free from a regressive be a step in the right direction, Young passion they have for what they attitude is the most important Jr. and Barack Obama. view of where Sturbridge is said. do. tool to employ. On Monday, Martin Luther King headed.” The environment is another issue “What I want to provide them “People come to my office Day, students listed what aspects of In the name of economic devel- that is important to students. with is a Board of Selectmen every day faced with some of the their lives they enjoy and what needs opment, rezoning the Route 15 “I want to see everything he said that will support them financial- biggest crisises they’ve ever improvement, and constructed corridor for commercial use is about alternative energy and fuel,” ly, where appropriate, and sym- faced,” he said. “There’s always speeches based on their own dreams one of Ehrhard’s top priorities. said eighth-grader Blake Rowe. bolically,” he said. alight at the end of the tunnel if for a better world. “We had some of the largest Rowe summed up what is now pre- As a member of the Building you’re optimistic.” Following Obama’s speech yester- economic growth in the last 10 sumably the sentiment of the nation, Subcommittee as part of his Nomination papers for the day, principal Jennifer Lundwall reit- years and Sturbridge saw almost as he walked out of the cafeteria, say- duties as a School Committee April election will be available erated Rowden’s thought. none of that on the economic ing, “Good luck to him.” side,” he said, explaining that he member, Erhard sited his in the office of the Town Clerk “You may not see the big deal about research into the Tantasqua turf through Friday, Feb. 20. it now,” Lundwall said, guaranteeing sees some of the decisions of the Christopher Tanguay may be project, which was defeated in a that the memory of this event will Board of Selectmen to be regres- reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e-mail at Town Meeting vote in Brimfield. Christopher Tanguay may be become the focus of a conversation at sive, and too quickly opposed to [email protected]. change. “It was a very forward-looking reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e- some point later in each of their lives. proposal based on the numbers mail at ctanguay@stonebridge- Students, many of whom will be in front of us,” he said. press.com. 12 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, January 30, 2009

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BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STAFF WRITER CHARLTON — Three years ago Marianne McCarthy was looking for a farm to buy, but soon learned it was easier said than done. “There are just a lot of hurdles,” said McCarthy, who owns Signal Rock Farm, a sheep and milk farm on H. K. Davis Road in Charlton. From finding the land, to faring through weather disasters, to protecting their property, farmers face many obstacles in jumping into their field and staying in it. McCarthy’s and the story of another local farmer are good examples. Buying her land in August 2005, McCarthy has had several problems with protecting her property. Dogs, she said, frequently wandered onto her property, but that was not the worst of it. Hunters, she said, have crossed onto her land, and even one time even fired guns near the farm. Courtesy photos/Signal Rock Farm A bullet almost hit one of Above: Signal Rock Farm n Charlton raises sheep for meat and dairy purposes as well McCarthy’s workers and caused one as many medium grade fleeces it also sells. Here part of the flock is seen grazing in of her sheep to trample another.The a pasture on a sunny day. Top right: Sheep’s milk, which the farm does sell, is not cur- injured animal later died, she said. rently available, according to the Signal Rock Farm Web site. Botton right: Signal “He could have killed my neigh- Rock Farm’s hay crop is sold by the bale — with a choice of first or second cutting. bor,” she said during a seminar at Customers place their names on a list and are called back when the farm begins bal- the Charlton Public Library last ing so orders can be filled for a lower price right off the wagon. week. Other unwelcome visitors have Nathan Benjamin Jr. As an experi- most of that from buying the site, looted her property. In one instance, enced fruit and vegetable farmer, he but supplies and other items are McCarthy said, teenagers tried to said he is always wondering part of the figure. scare the sheep out of their pens by whether the business will reap “There was no infrastructure,” doing “doughnuts” near their pen. A enough money to pay its employees she said. “We are still rebuilding a llama, which McCarthy bought, and the mortgage. That question lot of that. You hope in four or five stopped the sheep from fleeing the smacked him in the face this past years you start to make money. The scene. Posting signs and police fall after a difficult season. little bit of money we had saved up patrols near the site put a stop to the “Is this when we have to call it is long gone.” activity, she said. quits?” he wondered during the Despite the financial burden, “That llama told the sheep to stay seminar. farmers have found ways to boost put,” she said. Mother Nature threw Benjamin their revenues. Charlton Orchards The problems farmers face only for a loop when parts of his land took to producing wine, which make a productive industry’s job were damaged by the ice storm late serves as a product it can sell all and bought three sheep. She also ran farmer.” even harder. last year. The weather caused his year long, as opposed to relying on another farm in Rhode Island, Farming is not just backbreaking As of 2002, 1,094 farms dotted farm to lose power and destroyed crops that can only be sold during which she also named Signal Rock manual labor; it is often food for the Worcester County, according to the two building and 5,600 feet of fence. their respective seasons. The farm Farm. soul. McCarthy said she is happy National Agriculture Statistics McCarthy had a slightly different also started an ice cream stand to “The learning curve was steep,” and has reduced her stress level Service, down 14 percent from the problem as she strove to make a boost its coffers. she said. thanks to her hours in the fields. 1,278 farms there were in 1997. profit — her land had not been used McCarthy’s farm sells fleece made Wanting to keep his farm as natu- “My health is dramatically bet- Those sites pumped out $68 million in the 35 years prior to her arrival, from her flock of sheep as well as ral as possible, Benjamin said he is ter,” she said. worth of products, up 15 percent so she had to rebuild many things hay, which can be sold, but not always weary of applying chemicals from the $59 million in 1997. and buy more supplies that new baled, year-round. to his crops. Ryan Grannan-Doll can be Turning a profit in the field is not farm owners typically find on the Garnering and using the knowl- “I use them as sparingly as possi- reached by phone at (508) 909-4050, or always guaranteed, according to site after they buy the land. edge can also be a struggle. During ble,” he said. “The safest way to pur- by e-mail at rgrand@stonebridge- Charlton Orchards Co-Owner McCarthy said she has sunk more her earlier attempts to buy a farm, than $1.5 million into her farm, McCarthy took classes, read books chase your food is to know your press.com. CALENDAR

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For information on our House. Sit back and enjoy the great sounds of topic is: Preparing for Birth and Business Visionaries, scheduled every next beginner class, please call Moe @ (508) Jediah band members Jediah Jarvais and Breastfeeding. Discussion topics are flexible Tuesday from 7 - 8:30 a.m., at the Oliver Wight 867-8036. Brian Kearsley. Cash bar will be available. — your questions are the main focus. More Tavern at Old Sturbridge Village. BNI is a info: www.lllsturbridge.org. FRIDAY, FEB. 6 Tickets are $25 each. Also, the winner of a raf- business and professional networking organi- fle for two front row tickets behind the visi- zation whose primary purpose is to exchange SOUTHBRIDGE — Harrington Hospital tors’ bench to the Feb. 8 Boston Celtics-San STURBRIDGE — The Friends of the Joshua qualified business referrals. will offer a Healthcare Provider Certification Antonio Spurs game will be announced. Hyde Library will be holding a free resume What makes BNI unique is that it allows Class from 9–10:30 a.m. in Conference Room II. Chances are $5 each, or three for $10. To buy writing workshop on at 2 p.m. Entrepreneur only one person per profession to join a chap- The cost is $60. For more information, contact tickets or chances, visit www.tedfound.org or Angela Chang-Cimini will be the facilitator ter. Thus, once you’ve joined, there is no con- Health Education at 508-765-9771, ext. 2692. call (774) 230-6525. for the workshop. To register call 508-347-2512. flict in passing referrals, and none of your Harrington Hospital in Southbridge, ONGOING competitors can participate. However, if your www.harringtonhospital.org, provides pri- SATURDAY, FEB. 7 competition joins first, this opportunity is mary care, medical and surgical inpatient STURBRIDGE — The Hayloft Steppers gone. care, 24-hour emergency services and psychi- Square Dance Club is holding a dance 8 to STURBRIDGE — Business people and pro- To RSVP, call 508-943-2400 or e-mail flynnat- atric care, obstetrical care, intensive/coro- 10:30 p.m. (Early round dancing at 7:30 p.m.). fessionals may attend and learn more about ty@gmail. nary care, and comprehensive outpatient The caller is Bill Mager and the cuer is Birgit CBA, a four-year-old networking group with a services. Maguire. Admission is $7 per person. The community focus in Sturbridge and surround- STURBRIDGE — The Al-Anon group will club is located at 232 Podunk Road in ing towns. Meetings also provide stimulating meet at 7 p.m. at Sturbridge Federated STURBRIDGE — Tastefully Ted., an Sturbridge. information on economic topics affecting our Church, 8 Maple St. Al-Anon is an anonymous evening of decadent desserts and music, will For information on our next beginner class, region. program for people who have been affected by please call Moe @ (508) 867-8036. It’s lots of fun Meetings are held on the first and third a problem of alcoholism in a relative or and great exercise. Thursdays each month from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at friend. All are welcome to attend. the Oliver Wight Tavern at Old Sturbridge THURSDAY, FEB. 19 Village. STURBRIDGE — Want to become a better For information, call 413-245-3483. communicator and increase your self-confi- Chinese Restaurant STURBRIDGE — Breastfeeding or consider- dence? The Village Toastmasters meets at 7 ing it? La Leche League of Sturbridge invites STURBRIDGE — The MOMS (Moms p.m. on the second, third and fourth Thursday all pregnant and nursing women to learn Take-out Service Offering Moms Support) Cub of Sturbridge of the month at the Southbridge Savings Bank more and meet new friends from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Catering Party to Your Place meets every second Monday of the month. on Route 20. at EarthSpirits on Route 20. This week’s topic This is a support group for the mother-at- Guests are always welcome. Please call 508.765.0398 • 508.765.9816 is: Preparing for Birth and Breastfeeding. home of today, interested in the world around For more information, go to village.free- Full Liquor License ~ We Have Delivery Service Discussion topics are flexible — your ques- Full Liquor License ~ We Have Delivery Service you, wanting a variety of activities for you toasthost.com or www.toastmasters.org, call tions are the main focus. More info: www.lll- Open 6 days: Tuesday-Sunday 11 am-10 pm and your children and proud of your choice of Dennis at 508-347-9343 or email sturbridge.org. Fri.-Sat 11 am-11 pm • Sun. 12 pm-10 pm • Closed Monday at-home mothering for your family. [email protected] 344 Main St. (Rte. 131) • Southbridge MA 01550 For details about the meeting or for more Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 15 FBI, police discredit report of Obama ‘threat’

BY CHRISTOPHER TANGUAY Memorial Bridge, was reopened THIS WEEK IN VILLAGER STAFF WRITER by 8 p.m., and the entire Turnpike No charges have been filed was fully operational shortly against a Sturbridge man after after 10. HISTORY federal and New Jersey police Following a search of the car detained him Tuesday, Jan. 20 for and an interrogation of the indi- AN EB questioning following a tip that vidual in question, he was (J . 30-F . 5) he allegedly posed a threat to released and no charges were President Barack Obama. filed. “There was no legitimate The threat received by the FBI, JAN. 30 threat,” Gail Marcinkiewicz of which according to an officer at the Boston FBI bureau told the the State Police barracks in 2003: The so-called Shoe Bomber was Southbridge Evening News yes- Moorestown included allegations sentenced to life in prison after being terday. Because no arrest was that the individual was in posses- accused of trying to blow up a plan mid- made, the individual’s identity sion of “weapons, body armor flight. could not be released, she and possibly explosives,” was 2000: A plane crashed after take-off, explained. reported by an immediate mem- with more than 160 people dying. A 30-mile stretch of the New ber of the individual’s family. 1996: Magic Johnson returns to the Jersey Turnpike was shut down Also according to a report on Los Angeles Lakers after a four-year in both directions for approxi- msnbc.com, the threat was actu- retirement. mately two hours on Tuesday, ally reported by the individual’s 1977: The final episode of the TV after a car driven by the 27-year- mother. miniseries “Roots” airs. 1968: The Viet old Sturbridge resident was “When the family member Cong launches attacks in South stopped as he traveled the road- made the threat it was credible Photo courtesy of MyFoxPhilly.com Vietnam, beginning with the Tet way. and obviously you can’t underes- New Jersey State Police and FBI personnel search a car, at top of photo, owned by Offensive. Initial reports indicated that a timate a threat like that,” said the a Sturbridge resident, whose name was not released, on the New Jersey Turnpike 1962: During a performance in Detroit, Massachusetts man — only New Jersey officer yesterday in a Tuesday night based on a telephone tip from a family that the man “might be the Flying Wallendas suffer tragedy MSNBC identified the connection telephone interview, under guar- armed and dangerous.” Officials determined the threat was not credible. when their seven-person chair pyramid to Sturbridge — was stopped antee of anonymity. 35 feet in the air collapses, killing a son- approximately six miles south of The officer continued to received by the FBI, who later ident had been mentioned.” in-law and nephew. Exit 3 in Woodbury Heights, N.J. explain that although the threat contacted the New Jersey and Representatives from the at 6:15 p.m. was eventually proven to be erro- Massachusetts State Police Sturbridge Police Department JAN. 31 The black Acura remained on neous, a full inspection of the car Departments, was specific to and the Massachusetts State 1996: A suicide bombing in Sri Lanka the road for New Jersey State was completed, because if some- President Obama. Police Detective Unit could not kills dozens of people. Police and FBI agents inspected thing bad did occur, the public “That’s where, initially,the con- comment on any knowledge or 1990: The first McDonald’s is opened in the vehicle, while the operator would have wondered why the tact was from, was the FBI,” the involvement in the incident. Russia. 1983: A new seatbelt law goes was taken to State Police bar- department was not prepared. New Jersey officer explained. “As into effect in England. racks in Moorestown. “Obviously you have to use far as we understand it, he was Christopher Tanguay may be 1971: Apollo 14 is launched toward the A portion of the road, which every measure available to you,” heading south toward reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e- moon. was closed from Exit 4 in Mount he said. Washington, D.C. and apparently mail at ctanguay@stonebridge- 1953: A ferry sinks in the Irish Sea, Laurel to the southernmost point Earlier news reports of the hatred for the newly elected pres- press.com. killing more than 130. of the Turnpike at the Delaware incident had claimed the threat 1950: President Truman approved construction of the hydrogen bomb. 1929: Sunday sports allowed in Boston. Avowed Nazi ordered to stay away from former co-workers FEB. 1 2008: Ninety people are killed in the al- BY CHRISTOHER TANGUAY “smash any chances for Nazi peace,” and over years in jail. Breton added that if a violation Ghazi pet market and bird market by a VILLAGER STAFF WRITER the telephone, told a former co-worker that, of such a court order were to result in bodily remotely detonated bomb. SPRINGFIELD — Hampden Superior Court “all non-Nazi Germans must die.” injury, the fine could be raised to $10,000 and Janet Jackson’s breast is briefly Judge Peter Velis ruled Wednesday, Jan 21, Waite also allegedly trespassed onto Waite could be facing up to 10 years of jail exposed during a Super Bowl halftime that self-proclaimed Nazi Mark Waite of Rathbone property, painting swastikas in the time. performance with Justin Timberlake, in Brimfield is no longer allowed within 500 feet establishment’s parking lot. “But that would be up to a judge to decide,” an incident that came to be known as a of his former place of employment and co- Furthermore, the statement says, “During Breton said. “wardrobe malfunction.” workers. one incident in November 2007, Waite is According to a Rathbone spokesman identi- 1991: An earthquake strikes near the The ruling comes as the conclusion of an alleged to have entered Rathbone property fied by his receptionist as Dick Leger, general border of Pakistan and Afghanistan. April 2008 lawsuit filed by the Commonwealth during business hours wearing a hockey manager, Waite’s actions did affect some of 1982: “Late Nigh with David of Massachusetts against Waite, 31 years old, mask and spray-painted Nazi symbols on an plant’s personnel, but things have since Letterman” airs. for allegedly violating the Massachusetts Civil American flag that hung from the Rathbone returned to normal. 1979: Patty Hearst is released from Rights Act (MCRA). building.” “We had employees that were not feeling prison. According to a written statement from the Besides keeping away from the locale and safe,” Leger said. “But I can honestly say it’s 1969: John DeLorean becomes general office of Attorney General Martha Coakley, its workers, Waite is also prohibited from behind us,” he continued, saying that there manager of Chevrolet. the MCRA “protects the rights of all residents “threatening, intimidating, or coercing was “no morale hangover,” left by Waite’s and visitors to Massachusetts from interfer- employees at his former place of employ- actions. FEB. 2 ence with their civil rights by means of ment.” Indicating that Rathbone was pleased with 1979: Sid Vicious dies from a drug threats, coercion, or intimidation.” In addition, Waite is barred from “threaten- the court’s ruling, Leger said, “Mr. Waite is overdose. Waite, an employee of Rathbone Precision ing anyone because they might complain, tes- going to get some help … we wish the very 1971: Idi Amin declares himself presi- Metals of Palmer from April-November 2005, tify,or cooperate about acts alleged in the com- best for him.” dent of Uganda. was accused of threatening and/or intimidat- plaint; communicating with anyone at Attempts to contact Waite for comment yes- 1968: Richard Nixon starts his cam- ing co-workers on multiple occasions while at Rathbone or encouraging anyone else to do so; terday were unsuccessful. paign for the Republic presidential nom- work, and in one instance, at an employee’s and damaging Rathbone property.” ination. home. A violation of any of these offences would Christopher Tanguay may be reached at 1964: The G.I. Joe action figure is Coakley’s release goes on to indicate that result in criminal charges, which according to (508) 909-4132, or by e-mail at ctanguay@stone- launched. 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BY NICK ETHIER SPORTS STAFF WRITER STURBRIDGE — In a dominant first quarter, the Shepherd Hill girls’ basketball team was able to rally off 19 points and hold its opponent, Tantasqua, to four. The 15-point differential was enough throughout the entire contest, as the Rams eventually prevailed Jan. 26, 61-39. Megan Boutillette had eight points in the first, and the team came away with eight steals in the frame. “Shepherd Hill played outstand- ing defense, and we did not exe- cute on the offensive end,” Tantasqua coach Tom Goyette said of the first eight-minute session. “We had talked about coming out strong. We can’t get ourselves in holes like that, but we did.” But through the second and third quarters, the Rams and Warriors played pretty even basketball (27-21 in favor of Shepherd Hill). With two minutes and one minute to go until halftime, Nick Ethier photos respectively, Nicole Caron and Above: Tantasqua’s Heather Picking uses her left hand to get past Megan Casey Glynn hit running leaners Boutillette. Right: Kristina Lindgren gets by Shepherd Hill’s Ali Tyburski and banks and both drew fouls to give the home a lay-up. Below: With Megan Boutillette defending, Tantasqua’s Olivia Brooks Rams a 33-19 lead at intermission. looks to pass the ball. Nicole Molleur (25) prepares to set a pick for Brooks. But Tantasqua won quarter scoring, 15-14, which resulted in Hackenson said. “I just wasn’t third quarter on a mini-run, but multiple fouls from Shepherd Hill. happy. If we’re going to be a man- midway through the frame their “We were up 19-4 and then we to-man (defensive) team, you can’t shots couldn’t find the bottom of started fouling,” Rams coach Jim get in foul trouble.” the hoop anymore and Shepherd The Warriors then began the Hill picked their game up again. With about four minutes to go in the third Boutillette collected a rebound, which was her 10th of the game, resulting in a double- double. She finished with 21 points and 12 rebounds. “She’s so soft and smooth around that basket,” Hackenson said of his junior star. “She’s not very big, but she’s one of the best into the hands of Ali Tyburski Other offensive stars for the forwards in Central Mass. She (four points), who finished with a Rams include Caron (12 points), anticipates where the ball is going. close range basket, making it 51- Rachael Montville (eight points, She’s a real all-around basketball 35. eight rebounds) and Glynn (seven player.” “On offense I want to give-and- points, five rebounds). “We had the looks, we had the go,” Hackenson explained. “I Kristina Lindgren led shots, but we went cold shooting,” thought we did a good job of that Tantasqua with 10 points, while Goyette said of the latter portion in the second half. That’s our Mikenna Porter chipped in with of the third quarter. forte, get it and go.” eight. With just less than four minutes And Hackenson believes his The two district-bound teams to go in the game, the Rams put an team played much better defense, (Shepherd Hill 12-1, Tantasqua 10- exclamation point on things when without picking up as many fouls. 3) have completed their season Mary Barbale (three points, 12 “Get in front of the ball, number series. The Rams also defeated the rebounds) lofted a perfect pass one, no more reaching, number Warriors, 60-34, Jan. 5 in Dudley. over everyone in the paint, and two,” he said.

A TRIP AROUND THE TRACK Shawn Kelley photos STURBRIDGE — Runners from Tantasqua, David Prouty, Leicester, Shepherd Hill and Bartlett participated in a SWCL West indoor track meet Wednesday, Jan. 21 at Tantasqua. Friday, January 30, 2009 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 17 SPORTS Warriors once again clinch postseason spot STREAK CONTINUES WITH VICTORY OVER BARTLETT

BY NICK ETHIER SPORTS STAFF WRITER WEBSTER — The Tantasqua girls’ basketball team is postseason bound once again. A total team effort offensively and defensively was enough for the Warriors (10-2, 5- 2 SWCL West) to defeat Bartlett Jan. 22, 62-28. “I think it’s a great accomplish- ment for these kids,” Tantasqua coach Tom Goyette said. “Any time you can clinch a district berth before February, it’s a great accom- plishment.” Goyette believes the Tantasqua girls’ program has now reached the postseason for the 15th consecutive year. The three senior starters on the Warriors roster played integral parts in the victory. Chelsea Blair scored a game high 14 points and collected 10 rebounds. Kristina Lindgren netted 13 points and picked up eight boards. Heather Picking had five points and five rebounds. “Our seniors were phenomenal tonight,” Goyette said. With the game close nearing the end of the first quarter, Jen Adams sunk a 3-pointer to give the Warriors a 16-9 lead. But the second quarter is where Tantasqua really blew the game open. They scored 13 points in the frame and held Bartlett (6-7, 3-4) to Shawn Kelley photos only four. Above: With a couple defenders on her, Bryana Poulin calls for the ball. Right: Kat “We definitely didn’t make as Muska puts her hands up to defend Bartlett’s Bryana Poulin. many shots, especially from close range, as we would’ve liked, in the Warriors in the third, but said. “When we go to the bench, we first half,” Bartlett coach Chris Tantasqua regrouped and won quar- don’t have a drop off.” Delvecchio said. “I think it took our ter scoring, 16-12. A Lindgren three- And the defense only surrender- point play, which made it 40-19, and ing 28 points is quite an accomplish- minds out of it a little bit.” game. big part in determining how the an Adams 3-pointer to close the ment as well. The Indians had only two points “It was a different style of game game was going to be played. We did quarter were offensive highlights “Defense was intense,” Goyette in the quarter heading into the final than the first time we played them,” press the issue. I can be pleased with for the Warriors. said. “We’re a pretty strong offen- minute, but it wasn’t for a lack of he said. “The first time we played the effort.” With mostly second stringers in sive team, and defense is something chances. Bartlett was able to get the them it was much slower and we sat Lindsay Stone led the Indians in the lineup for Tantasqua, they won we’ve been trying to work on. ball inside, but their shots just back and let Tantasqua set the scoring with eight points, while fourth quarter scoring, 17-3. Tonight it really came through for weren’t falling. tempo. Despite not coming out on Lindsay Bond and Bryana Poulin An unprecedented 11 players us.” “A couple of those shots go down top tonight, I think that we played a chipped in with seven. and maybe it’s a bit of a different scored for Tantasqua, which speaks Despite the set- game heading into halftime,” volumes about their bench. back, Delvecchio Delvecchio said. “We’re pleased to have from top to found one silver Bartlett tried making a run at the bottom kids that can play,” Goyette lining in the Second-half defense is key to Warrior victory SUPERSUPER BOBOWLWL BY DAVID JOHNSON SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Mon-Thurs 9am-10pm STURBRIDGE — For a while Friday night, it SUNDSUNDAAYY Friday 9am-11pm looked as if Bartlett might enjoy its biggest vic- Saturdays 8am-11pm tory of the year, but the Warriors had no inter- Prices Effective thru Wednesday, February 4, 2009 Sundays 12pm-5pm est in letting another team celebrate on their Wine Tastings Every Saturday Check Cashing Now Available court. 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The first job Gertler was tasked with, was milking the cows, a skill for which he had little experience. “I was fairly successful at the milking process,” he said. “I had milked a goat before but using a machine, this was all hand squeez- ing.” Reflecting on that particular aspect of the day, Gertler added, “That was really awesome, I almost got trampled by one of the cows.” Adam Gertler stirs the embers as he prepares a brick oven for baking pies during his Once the milking was complete, culinary adventure at OSV last fall. The episode of ‘Will Work for Food’ airs on the the next step in Gertler’s dairy Food Network at 8:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2. duties became even more comical. “We also got to separate the A lifelong student of the theater, thrill of being featured on the Courtesy photo/OSV cream from the skim milk and got Gertler said that another aspect of show, she also got to host a Food A broken butter churn paddle was one of the dinner preparation challenges for Food to attempt making butter,” he said. the shoot at OSV that was unique Network executive producer who Network host Adam Gertler of ‘Will Work for Food.’ “A feat that I was not wholly suc- to this episode, was the interaction wanted to see what all the OSV cessful at.” with Village guests. buzz was about. “I had him churn a huge churn “We were doing this while the “That was an honor, to have her culinary adventures such as living pant, than just as a visitor.” full of cream,” Beckman said. “In public was coming in,” Beckman there as well,” Beckman said. the life of a competitive eater, or Beckman, who has not seen the the midst of it, the dasher broke … said. At the conclusion of the filming working as a wine cave digger, he edited version of her day with the there was cream flying every- “I love when there’s more people day, Gertler got to ride in the said he will look back on his experi- Food Network star said, “I’m eager where,” she added. “He made it to sort of play off and talk to,” Village’s replica stagecoach. ence at the village fondly. to see it. I’m sure it will be great!” into a very comic scene.” Gertler said about interacting with “That was really, really special,” “I can’t say enough about Old “What I loved about this particu- passersby. “Sometimes it’s kind of he said. “They pulled it up for me, Sturbridge Village, it really left an Christopher Tanguay may be lar show was the element of the- tough when you’re trying to get one and it traveled me back to the impression on me,” he said. “It was reached at (508) 909-4132, or by e- atrics, which was naturally a part person’s feedback all the time.” future.” a very hard job, and I look forward mail at ctanguay@stonebridge- of it,” Gertler said. Beckman said that besides the As Gertler moves on to other to coming back, if not as a partici- press.com.

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ing in Lions International programs. world. Like all of our programs, there is no Norcross naturalist Jennifer Ohop, who will Upcoming guest speakers include club charge. We do ask that people reserve their help you to interpret the tracks and sign of Sturbridge Lions plan President Guy Martel on Monday,Feb. 23. Guy place, so we can provide printed materials to our resident wildlife. This talk will cover will discuss his service in the Peace Corps. On each person. The number for reservations, basic terminology and give you the informa- winter meetings Tuesday, March 24 Dennis McCurdy will directions and further information is 413-267- tion you need to get started tracking on your speak to us about motivational speaking. One 9654. own. Please call 267-9654 to make a reserva- STURBRIDGE — The Sturbridge Lions of the benefits of belonging to a service organ- tion. Club will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday,Jan. 13 in the ization is the opportunity to do public speak- SATURDAY JAN. 31 Publick House on Sturbridge Common. The ing. We look forward to hearing how we can do SATURDAY MARCH 7 guest speaker will be Steve Pitcher of the Eco In “Bears” Ralph Taylor, a biologist with better. MassWildlife, will be presenting the work he Get informed at “Tick Talk,” in which Scott Tarium in Worcester. On Wednesday, April 28, our guest speaker At the Dec. 9 meeting, the club was pleased has been doing with bears from the 1980’s Williams, a researcher at the Connecticut will be out host at the Publick House, Michael through today. Topics include types of dens Agricultural Extension Service discusses the to have the Tantasqua Choraleers who pre- Glick, the Innkeeper. Michael will tell us the sented a program of Christmas music. This used by black bear, life history in relevance to plants and tick infestations. history behind the oldest continuing business Massachusetts, and recent behavioral trends, Williams focuses on mouse densities, tick den- has become an annual event that members in Sturbridge, built in 1771. look forward to. In addition Drew Fuchs and particularly in urban settings like sities, and Lyme disease prevalence in For additional information about Lions Northampton. Please call 267-9654 to make a Japanese barberry infestations vs. adjacent Wesley Chrabasz, students at Tantasqua, were International, call Past District Governor Bob presented to the club as winners in programs reservation. areas without barberry. He found that all Briere at (508) 347-3788. areas have about equal mouse abundances, sponsored by Lions International. Drew,a sen- SATURDAY FEB. 7 ior at the high school, was honored for being but there are many, many more ticks in bar- chosen as a Student Ambassador. This pro- Norcross Wildlife Organic Lawn Care berry infestations and a higher percentage of gram recognizes students for their work doing Why should you consider “Organic Lawn them seem to be infected with the causal agent community service. Wesley, a student at the Care” and what does it take to make it work? of Lyme disease in humans. Please call 267- Junior High School was the winner in a Peace Sanctuary hosts winter Norm Corigliano is a local landscape 9654 to make a reservation. Poster contest. The theme this year was designer; he will focus on the importance of SATURDAY, MARCH 14 “Peace Begins With Me.” Representing the lecture series soil and good soil health to keep our lawns Sturbridge Lions, Wesley’s poster has been looking great without being dependent on Take part in an “End of Winter Walk” with presented in a district-wide competition, the MONSON — The following are a series of chemical care. Please call 267-9654 to make a the Norcross Staff and see what is going on winner of which then goes on to state-wide lectures being offered by the Norcross Wildlife reservation. outside in March. We will talk about what the competition and the winner of that goes on to Sanctuary during the winter months, each plants, animals, and Sanctuary are doing to competition with students throughout the Saturday at 1:30 p.m. We would greatly appre- SATURDAY FEB. 21 get ready for spring. Please call 267-9654 to world. ciate it if you would include these in the calen- In his talk “Meadow Gardens for Small make a reservation. The Sturbridge Lions Club has always sup- dar or other appropriate section of your pub- Spaces,” Norcross Assistant Horticulturalist ported the schools in Sturbridge and is lication. If you are interested in sending a Vinny Normand will take look at the use of The Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary was estab- pleased that the students are now participat- reporter to any of our talks, or would like native meadow and prairie remnant grasses, lished in 1939 by Arthur D. Norcross. Its pres- more information, forbs and even a few relevant shrubs in the ent area comprises over six thousand acres of please contact Leslie home landscape for both aesthetics and eco- wooded hills, lakes and streams. It is main- Duthie by calling 413- logical value. A small garden sized patch of tained by the Norcross Wildlife Foundation, 267-9654. meadow will provide beauty,year round inter- Inc. whose purpose is the conservation of This is our four- est and a bit of food and shelter for wildlife to wildlife and the active practice of conserva- teenth year of offering almost any area of your yard. Please call 267- tion for the benefit of the public. This includes winter lectures. The 9654 to make a reservation. the collection and propagation of wild plants, one-hour talks are the preservation of birds and all forms of ani- designed to capture SATURDAY FEBR. 28 mal wildlife and the conservation of land and water. The Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary is attention and pique “Tracks and Tracking” is the subject of interest in the natural located in Monson and Wales. Winter hours are Tuesday – Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is no admission charge. Trails are closed for the winter, but you are welcome to explore our museum or attend one of our programs. For more information, visit our website, www.norcrossws.org or call 413-267-9654.

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ixing blues latest album is being regard- and ele- GETING ed by critics as his best offer- ments of IN ing to date, and has earned MLouisiana praise for its dry lyric wit funk with Memphis soul TUNE and innovative genre blend- and '50s rock, the Delta ing. MARK Generators are electrify- Don't miss the artist who RENBURKE ing the New England Randy Newman once called blues-and-roots scene. “One of the best songwriters Says bass player Rick O’Neal, “The band and record makers I’ve heard in a very was formed and built on the chemistry of long time.” He’ll be on at 8 p.m. this four players.” Saturday at Victoria Station Cafe in Rick and his brother, Charlie (on guitar), Putnam. are joined by singer-harmonica player Craig Rawding and drummer Jeff FRIDAY, JAN. 30 Armstrong. The band already shows the fire and con- • Bill Eagan, 9 p.m., Fiddler's Green, fidence of a long-established group, win- Worcester ning the Boston Blues Society Blues • The Chris Fitz Band, 9 p.m., Gilrein's, Challenge in 2008. Their first album, Worcester “Devil in the Rhythm,” was also released • Senior Discount, Year of the Cow, Social Suicide, Spider Rockets, 8 p.m., Lucky Dog, last year. Widening their fan base by doing Delta Generators club dates all over New England, the band Worcester has begun to set their sights even higher. • Mark & Scott from Max Creek, 9 p.m., The SATURDAY, JAN. 31 O'Brien's, Sturbridge • RAM, 9 p.m., Lucky's, Foster, RI “We’d love to be touring more than just Cannery, 12 Crane St., Southbridge • Brandt Taylor, Spruce Street Tavern, 8 • Major Motion, 7 p.m., Wolf Den, regionally,” explains Rick. Before they go • Irish Session w/ The Pikey's: Rose and p.m., Clinton Mohegun Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT national, don't miss the Delta Generators Fred Higgins, Patrick Fyfe and Friends, 9 • Mark Renburke & Tripleshot, The this Saturday, Jan. 31 at The Vanilla Bean pm, Dark Horse Tavern, 12 Crane Street, Galway Bay Irish Pub, 186 Stafford St., Cafe in Pomfret, Conn. Southbridge. Worcester THURSDAY, FEB. 5 Singer songwriter, Richard Julian is • Ultimatum, 9 p.m., The Pump House, • Bill McCarthy,8 p.m., 346 Shrewsbury St., • Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic(upstairs), 8 back on tour and coming to Putnam, Conn. Southbridge Worcester p.m., TJ O'Brien's, Sturbridge this weekend in support of his latest • McMurphy's, 9 p.m., TJ O'Brien's, • Matthew Stubbs, Soul Bender, 9 p.m., • Dean Bagley, 7 to 10 p.m., Point Breeze, album, “Sunday Morning in Saturday’s Sturbridge Gilrein's, Worcester Webster Shoes.” • Tongue and Groove, 9 p.m., Colombo's • Treadwater, One Lane Bridge (CD • Dirty Deeds (AC/DC tribute), 7 p.m., Wolf A member of the Little Willies with Cafe, Danielson, CT release), Gutta, Mike & Amanda Lirange, 8 Den, Mohegun Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT Norah Jones, Julian is a unique and intel- • RAM, 9 p.m., Altones, Jewitt City, CT p.m., Lucky Dog, Worcester. ligent artist. With a toughened voice but • The Trammps, 8 p.m., Wolf Den, • Weight of Gravity and Jediah, 9 p.m., The If you’re a live act that would like to be subtle acoustic guitar, each of his songs Mohegun Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT Cannery, 12 Crane St., Southbridge featured, know of someone else who is, or radiate with soulful spirit and his insight- • Rose Colored Glasses, 9 p.m., The Pump simply want to let us know about an upcom- ful brand of social commentary. Julian's House, Southbridge ing gig, e-mail me at the address below. • Pucker, 9 p.m., TJ O'Brien's, Sturbridge Anything I get before Friday of each week • Dana Lewis, 8 p.m., The Whistle Stop, will make the following Friday’s paper. Oxford Keep the music live and not so quiet here in • Delta Generators, 8 p.m., The Vanilla Northeastern CT & Central MA! Email Bean Cafe, Pomfret, CT, $10 Mark: • Richard Julian, 8 pm, Victoria Station [email protected]. Cafe, 91 Main Street, Putnam, CT • Dan Chauvin, 9:30 pm, The Gold Eagle, 8 Tracy Road, Dayville, CT EMPIRE VILLAGE • Deeds of Carnage, 9 p.m., PJ O'Connors, Chinese Restaurant Jewitt City, CT Lounge • Dine In & Take Out • Big Shot (Billy Joel tribute), Wolf Den, ALL YOU LUNCH $6.25 DINNER $9.95 CAN EAT Mon.-Sat 11:15am-2:30pm Mon.-Sun 3:30pm-8:00pm Mohegun Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT Children under 10 - $4.95 Children under 10 - $6.95 BUFFET Children under 5 - $2.95 Children under 5 - $3.95 SUNDAY ALL DAY BUFFET - $9.95 SUNDAY, FEB. 1 “DINNER” Buffet will be served on all major holidays. From 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, also from 3:30pm - 8:00pm $9.95 All You Can Eat • Blues Jam w/Jim Perry, 4 p.m., HOURS: Sun-Thur: 11am-10pm • Fri & Sat: 11am-11pm Greendale's Pub, Worcester, Mass. 446 Main St. (Rt 20) • Sturbridge, MA 508.347.6588 • 508.347.9188

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Giant Campus student creates a video game, developing key social skills and creativity. (STATEPOINT) Help Kids Get More Out with others during the creative process is a We’ve all heard about the negative effects great way for kids to exercise their minds and video games have on kids. Play them too much strengthen key social skills. They also develop and their brains will turn into mush. a proficiency in technology that’s sure to ben- Of That New Computer But it doesn’t have to be this way. efit them in today’s wired workplace,” said Instead of trying to get kids to kick the Pete Findley, founder and CEO of Giant video game habit, experts now say gaming can Campus (www.giantcampus.com), an educa- (StatePoint) It’s more be good and are encouraging youngsters to tion company offering youth technology important than ever for par- delve deeper by actually creating their own camps. ents to keep track of how games. “The stereotype that gaming is a solitary, children are using comput- “Making their own games while interacting violent, anti-social activity just doesn’t hold ers and other Internet- enabled gadgets. They need to make sure kids stay safe online and also learn to use technology for more than Putting The Internet On Your TV just video games and music (STATEPOINT) downloads. For the past decade we’ve “The nation cannot speed been told it was only a matter down the information high- of time before our television way if parents aren’t teach- sets and our computers would ing kids how to use technol- merge together. Now that day ogy responsibly,” said finally appears to have come Sharon Darling, president and couch potatoes are meet- and founder of the National ing Internet lovers in the liv- Center for Family Literacy. Parents should teach children to use computers to broaden their ing room. Unfortunately, many have horizons. Until now, if you wanted to no idea what their children use your TV to view online are doing on their comput- inventory of the technology cle” so you can see when she family photo albums, ers. According to a survey your child comes in contact updates her messages. YouTube videos or other conducted by Harris with at home, at school, and * Knowledge builds online content, you either had Interactive on behalf of soft- in the community. knowledge. Having back- to be a technophile or know ware maker Symantec, par- Encourage young kids to ground knowledge helps someone who could do some New “smart” TV sets enable viewers to access Internet content along ents in the U.S. think their help you scan items at the children as they’re learning fancy wiring together of your with family photos and videos. kids are online two hours a supermarket. Ask your to read. An Internet search computer and TV. month, but kids report librarian to help you find on a keyword that’s of inter- The consumer electronics access entertainment, infor- Now, television manufac- spending 20 hours a month books together on the elec- est to your child — company is among the leaders mation and other Web servic- turers like Panasonic and oth- online. And, 41 percent of tronic card catalogue. Show dinosaurs, cars, fashion — in offering Web-enabled TV es where they like to watch ers have begun to offer Web- teens ages 13-17 agree that children how to type in the will get him or her started sets, with Panasonic’s PZ850 things on a big screen.” enabled Plasma HDTV sets parents don’t know what correct cooking time on the on a journey of discovery. If series of VIERA Plasma that provide instant access to they are looking at online - microwave. you use the free “Good HDTV’s pre-equipped with For their part, consumer some of the most popular con- from shopping sites to social * Show your work. When Search” search engine at VIERA CAST — which pro- electronics companies are tent sites on the Internet. And networking services to more your child is doing research www.goodsearch.com, you vides instant access to focusing on making all types consumers are responding at dangerous destinations. using the Internet, ask him can help raise money for YouTube, Google’s Picasa of content available on the TV a healthy pace, with approxi- “Today’s generation of to show you the sites he nonprofit organizations like Web Album and Bloomberg. screen — no matter the mately 10 million households so-called digital natives used. Review them together the NCFL. “Another terrific enhance- source. For instance, expected to have Web-enabled need to be prepared for the and talk about how your “Parents and children ment for the consumer is that Panasonic’s new VIERA TV sets by 2011, according to future by their parents and child knows the informa- must learn about technolo- when new Web sites become PZ850 television set allows industry research. their teachers — many of tion is reliable and accurate. gy together, so parents can available they will be auto- viewers to watch HDTV The attractiveness of TV whom are digital immi- Can you tell who the author be effective teachers to matically available on the movies and television chan- sets that offer Internet con- grants who need to quickly of the information is? What ensure their children are lit- TV,”added Perry. nels, as well as Internet content is obvious - more pro- familiarize themselves with are the author’s qualifica- erate in technology and pre- The key is to allow viewers tent and even videos and pho- gramming the viewer wants, new technologies,” said tions? Can you find the date pared for the 21st century to seamlessly access an tos from their own cam- exactly when he or she wants Darling. the information was written workforce,” said Verizon unending supply of content corders or digital cameras. it, viewable on a large screen. To help parents learn or posted? Foundation President from the Web directly on their For more information on “Imagine being able to more about technology, the * What is your child doing Patrick Gaston. TV sets. Web-enabled TV sets, visit press a button and see a fami- NCFL teamed up with the when she blogs or uses peer- Indeed, employment in “We’ve been waiting for www.panasonic.com. ly member’s photos from Verizon Foundation to cre- to-peer social networking professional, scientific and this for many years, and final- “The new wave of TV sets is their vacation right on your ate “The Verizon Tech sites? She’s offering opin- technical services will grow ly the coalescence of technol- all about the convergence of own large-screen Plasma or Savvy Awards,” a national ions on things that are by 28.8 percent or 2.1 million ogy and compelling applica- all types of content directly enjoy one of the many program designed to help important to her. To ensure new jobs by 2016, according tions with consumer demand onto your television screen. intriguing videos found on parents learn to use technol- healthy behavior, first teach to the U.S. Department of is making this possible,” said No matter if the content is YouTube from the comfort of ogy to build kids’ learning your child safe Internet Labor. Gary Arlen, president of from a Hollywood studio, your easy chair,” said Bob skills. practices (visit For more tips from the Arlen Communications, a your neighbor’s Web site Perry, Senior Vice President, Here are some tips Thinkfinity.org and search NCFL on teaching kids to media and technology down the street or even your Panasonic Consumer gleaned from this team- on “Internet Safety” for safely use technology to research firm. “Bringing the own family videos or photos, Electronics Company, which work: tips). Then, ask what she’s help build their skills, visit Internet to living room televi- you now will be able to watch is offering a Web-enabled * Technology doesn’t just writing about or ask to join www.famlit.org. sion sets allows viewers to it on TV,”said Perry. series of Plasma HDTV’s. happen on a computer! Take her social networking “cir- 10 Tips To Get Your Book Published (STATEPOINT) est book promotions firm. He often * Self-publish. This means you represent you or a publisher to pub- * Attend Book Expo America Over 412,000 books were published helps self-published or first time invest money to print your books. lish you, create a book proposal. You (www.bookexpoamerica.com), the in the past 12 months. That means authors. You get to keep all profits and retain must identify what your book is annual publishing event featuring over 1,100 books are flooding the PTA (www.plannedtvarts.com) control of the editing, cover, and about, why you’re qualified to write publishers, literary agents, editors marketplace daily - or almost one a has helped many authors become content. It’s best to find a distributor it, how big the marketplace is, what and booksellers. minute. best-sellers, nurturing thousands of who can sell your book to bookstores your competing titles are, and how So how can you break through the unknowns to become household and libraries, and generate sales to you plan to promote and market the * Read about the publishing indus- clutter to get your book published, names. Their clients include: Wiley corporations and associations. A book. It’s not enough to have a good try. “Publishers Weekly” is the mag- promoted, and sold? & Sons, Simon & Schuster, distributor typically takes about 25 idea or a well-written book. azine covering book publishing. “The good news is there’s no bet- Harper Collins, Random House, to 30 percent of the proceeds. * Publishers are looking for They also have a free daily e-zine. ter time in the history of publishing Penguin Putnam and McGraw-Hill. * If you want to get published authors with a platform or follow- Consult for individuals seeking access to the Here are 10 tips from Feinblum on quickly, keep most of your profits, ing. Create a Web site, blog regular- www.publishersweekly.com. marketplace,” says publishing veter- how to get published: and lay-out little money, consider ly, build an e-zine mailing list, pod- * Tell everyone you know you’re an Brian Feinblum. “You’re no * If you want a traditional pub- using print-on-demand publishers cast, speak at local groups, and net- trying to get published. Send sample longer at the mercy of big publish- lisher to publish your book you usu- such as iUnivese.com, Trafford, or work at LinkedIn.com and other chapters to friends, co-workers, fam- ing houses. You can get a book pub- ally need a literary agent. An agent Blurb.com. Instead of printing thou- sites. ily, etc. You may get lucky and get lished on your own with minimal will take 15 percent of the money sands of books in advance, they * Check if the media is featuring discovered. At the very least, you’ll financial investment - and reap a the book generates. Once a literary print a book when a consumer the topic your book covers. If it’s fic- get useful feedback. greater percentage of the profits.” agent agrees to represent you and orders it. tion, find similar novels. You want For additional tips on getting your Feinblum, a former book editor finds a publisher, it can take another * Publish an e-book. No printing is to follow a trend and tie into it. book published or promoted, email and publicist, is the chief marketing 12-18 months to publish the book. To involved. People order your book However, uniqueness counts. If [email protected]. To officer of Planned Television Arts locate an agent, consult the online and it’s downloaded or yours is the only book of its kind, learn more about book publicity, (PTA), the nation’s largest and old- “Literary Market Place,” a directory emailed to them. you may have found an underserved visit www.plannedtvarts.com. available at most libraries. * To convince a literary agent to niche, ready to be exploited. Friday, January 30, 2009 • THE VILLAGER • 3 MONEY &BUSINESS How To Save Your Home From Foreclosure

(STATEPOINT) Call your lender and speak with a loan from a new lender to pay your America’s foreclosure crisis con- the loan modification or foreclosure existing lender. You can do this to tinues to hit home among families department. Speak with somebody pay off your foreclosure lender nationwide. in a position of authority. entirely or simply bring your loan Approximately one million prop- Ask about modifying your loan. current. erties now are in some stage of fore- There are different types of modifi- If your credit is good or you have closure and a million more are in cations, including moving debt to equity in your property you should danger of joining them, say indus- the end of the loan’s life or lowering be able to refinance, even if foreclo- try experts. your interest rate and payments sure proceedings already have To put things in perspective, one temporarily until you can get back begun. in every 464 U.S. households on track. After foreclosure has begun, refi- received a foreclosure notice during “You’ve already broken your nancing lenders will demand higher a recent month, according to promise, so be honest about your interest rates and charge fees for the RealtyTrac Inc., a national database predicament: Did you lose your job, loan. of foreclosure properties. And if get divorced or have an illness? If you say it’s only going to take a short OTHER WAYS TO STOP conditions don’t improve dramati- FORECLOSURE: cally, that number will rise to one in period to get back on track with pay- every 33 households over the next ments and it’ll take longer, you’re Active military personnel and two years, according to a report by only hurting yourself,” he says. their families (and anyone who co- The Pew Charitable Trust. IS YOUR HOME WORTH signed a loan with them) are protect- “What it all comes down to is if SAVING? ed from foreclosure, allowing for families are going to save their temporary suspension of collection homes, they’ll have to do it them- Determine if you have any equity actions. You can even get a property selves,” says Lloyd Segal, author of in your house or an overwhelming back if it was sold or reduce your the new book, “Stop Foreclosure emotional attachment to it. current loan rate. Now: The Complete Guide to Saving “Equity” refers to the market For its part, bankruptcy will put Your Home and Your Credit” (AMA- value of your property less the bal- an immediate halt on foreclosure, COM). ance owed on liens against it and the but usually only for a temporary There are several keys to save costs of sale. If you have equity, it is period. Moreover, bankruptcy will your home from foreclosure, accord- economically worth saving. Be sure harm your credit for the future. ing to Segal. you correctly value your home, tak- If the foreclosure itself is defec- ing into account any declining local tive, you might be able to get it halt- MOVE FAST TO DEAL WITH property values. ed. In most cases, you will have to YOUR LENDER: If you have no equity but an emo- consult an attorney to see if the loan Many wait until days before a tional commitment, you still may violated any laws or if the lender foreclosure sale by their lender, at wish to save your home. If you have made a mistake in the foreclosure which point there’s not much to be no equity or emotional attachment, process - such as filing papers incor- done. consider selling as an alternative to rectly or not giving you the required “The most important thing when foreclosure. time before next steps. you fall behind on mortgage pay- For more tips, read Segal’s new REFINANCE BEFORE book, “Stop Foreclosure Now.” ments and you know you can’t keep FORECLOSURE HITS: up, is to contact your lender,” stresses Segal. Refinancing consists of obtaining Tips For Working From Home

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Users the TV. also have the ability to respond to To get the most out of working looking for work or a small business owner looking for cus- invitations and postings from oth- from home — without slacking off ers. or becoming a workaholic who tomers, it all boils down to the same thing — networking with MeetingWave’s John Boyd never sees the family — you’ll need noted on the service’s blog that to get organized and equipped with the right people to get ahead. New Internet sites now are “the point about networking is the right communications technolo- that every new business or social gy. springing up to help professionals do this — and they go beyond con- relationship starts with two or “Communications technology is more strangers meeting.” the bedrock… to make it easy necting users with friends like such social-networking Web sites For job hunters, services such to manage information and commu- as these can be invaluable. They nicate within a company and with as Facebook, MySpace, or LinkedIn. These new business can learn about opportunities in customers,” says William Stofega, their hometowns, find out more an IDC technology analyst who spe- sites help people make new connections and move them from the information about prospective cializes in issues relating to small bosses, introduce one person in businesses. online world to the real world where they can help the most. their network to another, ask Home workers need many of the questions or build their reputa- same technologies as large business- Stanford University sociology professor Mark Granovetter tions by answering other’s ques- es — like phones, mobile devices tions, or just post their profiles in and instant messaging — but they recently conducted research that supports the value of making new the hopes that someone reaches need them to be simpler. out to them. “They want solutions, not just connections. He found that between 50 and 70 percent of new Store owners and small busi- products. They need technology to nesses also can tap into these solve problems to free up time for jobs are discovered by reaching out to people job seekers only services. They can contact each dinner with the family,” says Bill other for ideas about attracting Taylor, Vice President of know vaguely. According to him, these people have access to infor- new customers. They also can Panasonic’s Communications reach out to customers directly, Solutions Group. mation that close friends and family don’t. making advertising and promo- Here are some tips on making tion much faster and receiving working from home more produc- Choose phone and computer equipment that stands up to hard work. “I call it ‘the strength of ‘weak ties.’” Granovetter told “Stanford feedback quickly. tive: Small businesses and shops * Separate Work From Home Life: with ruggedized handsets that are colleagues. If your company uses a Magazine.” “People find jobs resistant to drops and coffee spills. system such as Panasonic’s new KX- through people they don’t know that establish such a presence Establish a private space for a prop- also provide their customers with erly-furnished home office where Go for the optional headset to com- NCP500 or NCP1000 Network so well.” municate hands-free so you can mul- Communications Platform, you can Users don’t have to be tech another way to hear about or get you can close the door. Separation is through to their businesses. about more than physical space, titask while talking. have your work calls follow you to savvy to benefit from these servic- * Limit Distractions: The kids, your home or mobile phone, making es either. Online social networks, once however. Create a work schedule reserved primarily for informal and stick to it, making sure to keep pets, TV and even the phone, email your house sound like part of the Recently launched and your refrigerator all can be dis- bigger enterprise. Such technology MeetingWave (www.Meeting social networking, quickly are channels of communication open to becoming a primary resource for your boss or customers, and always tractions. Don’t get sidetracked. provides flexibility and growth, Wave.com) lets members build Some home workers find it easiest to allowing you to connect speaker- their circle of acquaintances by job hunters and people who want hit deadlines. Be sure your schedule to grow their businesses. has an end time where you switch schedule lunchtime, break times phones or network cameras for posting invites to meetings. back to “home and family mode.” and even set aside specific times to videoconferencing. make phone calls or answer emails. For more tips on new home office * Make Rugged Choices: Just as Figure out what works best for you. technology, visit you wouldn’t choose a rickety desk, * Rely On Technology To Make panasonic.com/ncp. Do Airfare Bargains Still Exist? select equipment that stands up to Life Easier: Today’s technology can “One out of every two workers is hard work. Choose business-class help you communicate and collabo- either operating a small business or (SPM WIRE) computers and phones that are opti- rate efficiently with colleagues or employed by one,” points out Taylor. mized for small or medium-sized customers. If you telecommute to “Working from home is particularly With gas prices maintaining high levels, airlines are simultaneously businesses. For instance, Panasonic work, find out if your calls can be attractive to many of these compa- eliminating flights, cutting perks and increasing fares — leaving travelers has a new line of Multi-Cell DECT routed to your home phone or even nies, but it’s all about staying well to wonder if cheap flights are still possible. 6.0 telephones that include models your computer and how to transfer connected.” “Good deals do exist; don’t let today’s gloom and doom news get you calls between your home and your down and deter you from taking that well-deserved vacation with your family,” said Carl Schwartz, chief travel officer for Cheapflights.com, a search engine that allows flexible travelers to easily find cheap flights. MITTENS DOESN’T LIKE THE VET. “By taking the time to search for a deal, you will find something that works for you. Keeping your options open will go a long way toward finding something that makes everyone happy without breaking the bank,” he A 100 MILE RIDE says. 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(StatePoint) clusters of like-minded citi- which each voter lists, in of staying in touch during to explore what to do next. If Erdman’s new book, “The From potholes to neighbor- zens. order, the candidates he negotiations. an agreement was reached, Cure for Our Broken Political hood safety to budget short- * Ensure each group finds prefers. The lowest-drawing The representatives then representatives then seek Process,” or visit falls, every community has its an appropriate representa- candidates are then eliminat- hold negotiating sessions to their constituents’ support GenuineRepresentation.org. share of challenges. And fam- tive. ed. At election’s end, every- resolve the issue. for the measure. “America can no longer ilies nationwide are facing * Provide each representa- one at the meeting has a rep- After negotiations, the The whole meeting then afford politics as usual,” says tough choices on such issues tive with a means of commu- resentative. town meeting is reconvened. gathers to discuss the propos- Erdman. “We need our gov- as jobs, health care, education nicating with constituents. Each representative then If an agreement has not been al and vote on it. ernment to make intelligent and taxes. To help accomplish this, the meets with constituents to reached, representatives For more tips on tackling decisions time after time.” Many communities strug- Center for Collaborative strategize and establish ways meet with their constituents community problems, read gling with a particularly divi- Democracy has developed a sive issue will schedule a process called “personally town meeting to find a solu- accountable representation” tion all sides can accept. But that can be used by any com- typically, many people want munity and its representa- Painting Tips For Your Bedroom to air opinions, and the issue tives. It works as follows: may be so complex that Organizers of the town most prefer soothing environments for frame or posts, instead of your walls. opposing camps don’t have meeting ask candidates to (STATEPOINT) bedrooms. The best colors for this are * Consider decorative painting, such enough time to iron out dif- step forward to be on a negoti- If the old saying is true that your soft blue, ivory, khaki or camel, such as as color washing, stripes or stenciling, to ferences. ating committee to solve a home is your castle, then your bedroom Valspar Ultra Premium Journal Book soften a room's angles and corners. Color “If the issue is important problem. Each candidate is is your personal sanctuary and should 4004-5A, which is a grayish blue, or washing is a random blending technique enough, the community can given time to explain his or be decorated to reflect individual taste. Milestone 6007-1B, a warm off-white created by applying translucent glaze still find a solution,” says Sol her point of view. For some, bedrooms provide escapes ivory tone. Golden hues also work well, colors over a dry base paint. A criss- Erdman, president of the Everyone at the meeting from daily life -- places to shut the door like Fairmont Suite Gold, 3003-8A, a gold- cross motion done with lighter colors Center for Collaborative then fills out a ballot designed and decompress. Others want uplifting, en khaki color. creates the look of parchment. Democracy and co-author of to group like-minded citizens light or peaceful spaces. Still others wish * If the bedroom looks boring, "lift" it "If you're an early riser,you'll get up no the new book, “The Cure for around their most appropri- for invigorating places where they wake by painting the wall behind the bed to matter what," stresses McGuire. "But if Our Broken Political ate representative. and feel charged for the day. create a focal point against which to you're a night owl, you spend more time Process,” which offers new The election can be visual- A bedroom should be suited for the place the headboard or pillows. Pick a awake in the bedroom. A warm color ways for communities to ized as follows: Imagine each individual or couple who sleeps there. deeper color to make the headboard might be conducive to dark nights spent solve problems. candidate for the negotiating This often can be achieved through cre- "pop." Select a color from the fabric or reading before sleeping." “If everyone attending the committee goes to a different ative use of color and the easy task of carpet in the room so all pieces work Thinking about personal needs and town meeting can choose a part of the room. Each person painting the room to suit your desires. together. color preferences will go a long way in spokesperson who shares at the meeting then gathers "Your bedroom is the most personal * If the room has lots of light, consider creating the perfect sleeping sanctuary. their outlook, those represen- around the candidate he or space in your house, so it should reflect a light, breezy paint color. If you have a For more painting tips and to explore tatives can meet to negotiate she prefers. who you are," says Ann McGuire, basement bedroom or a darker room, colors, visit www.valspar.com. an agreement all can sup- However, to keep the com- founder of Beehive Studios and color don't hesitate to choose darker colors. port,” he suggests. “Each rep- mittee to a reasonable size, if consultant to Valspar. "Don't worry * Unorthodox colors can work well. resentative can then explain any candidate has few sup- THAT WALL ISN’T about what others may think. Choose "Once, I painted a windowless room a to the people he represents porters, he can be asked to your favorite colors and have fun. Above chocolate brown and it worked surpris- how the agreement meets step down and his supporters all, think about the purpose of your bed- ingly well. It was a cozy, inviting place," GOING TO their concerns.” asked to move to their second room and what kind of personal space says McGuire. Some recommended The way for a community choice. This process is repeat- you want to create." browns are Chocolate Cheesecake 2006- PAINT ITSELF. to solve virtually any major ed until all remaining candi- There are many ways to achieve color 7B, a brown with some yellow in it, and problem, according to dates have a minimum goals, McGuire emphasizes. Here are La Fonda Santa Fe Brown 2006-7A, a FIND SOMEONE WHO Erdman, is to follow a process threshold of support; say at some "tricks of the trade": truer brown. Another good color is a to transform divisive issues least five percent of the town WILL ON OUR deep coral which works with cream col- into outcomes serving every- meeting. * Since bedrooms are private, you may ored furniture. body. The keys to this process Some people may not want EASY-TO-USE select a different color than those used * Consider the color of furniture. Find are to: to publicly disclose which of ONLINE DIRECTORY. elsewhere in the house. You can shut the a color that is pleasing and harmonizing. * Organize the town meet- their neighbors is their first door and treat it as its own individual For dark wood like mahogany, go with All local. ing — which may include choice. The community can space, so use a color that you love. bold colors. For lighter toned wood, use All the time. dozens or hundreds of people achieve the same result with TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com * While you shouldn't feel restricted, light colors. You even can paint your bed with divergent views — into a preferential ballot, on VILLAGER REAL ESTATE

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DUDLEY- Waterfront DUDLEY DUDLEY- Tobin Farms 159 Pierpont Rd. 24 Prospect Ave. Dudley/Oxford Rd. $232,900 $234,900 Starting at $399,900 Unusual A-Frame w/view of Pierpont Immaculate Ranch, kitchen w/dining Originally priced at $519,900...Beautiful E area, hdwd flrs throughout, modern new subdivision quietly tucked away in HOLLAND. Pond, open floor plan, eat-in kitchen, Priced to sell quickly! 3 BR SOUTHBRIDGE. Fantastic young colo- STURBRIDGE. 3 BR ranch on gor- master BR on upper level, garage w/loft, baths, 1st fl laundry w/washer & dryer, a country setting but convenient to I- Ranch on nice level lot with deeded nial! 3 BR, 2.5 baths, front-back LR geous 1+ acre lot! Needs some work, easy access to major highways, new lower level has walk-out easy to finish a 395 and the Masspike. This beautiful beach rights to Lake Hamilton. DR w/ w/ vaulted ceiling, gas log FP. 2 car but with a little investment, this could solar hot water system, wood insert in family room, includes modern 1/2 bath, colonial is up and ready for immediate skylight & sliders. $147,000. Bob fireplace. patio, deck off laundry. occupancy. Sell Your Maynard. garage. $297,735. Dick, Jerry or be a nice home! $149,900. Paul Jennifer. Bouvier. Home Ownership Month in Auburn - Ask The Experts House Here! Free Workshops on Radon; Title 5, Selecting Contractors For Additions Feb 12 & 14 - Radon Feb 18 & 21 - Title 5 Feb 25 & 28 - Contractors REDUCED

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Perfect 4-Drawer File Cabinet $25 85lbs or weight, $40. asking $250. Radiator Covers Un-circulated, rolled. Boxes [email protected] All Excellent Condition 2 Available $1400. Asking For Two. Assembles Pier One Wicker Table & Call (508)885-4303 $1000 or best offer. Two Chairs With of 500. Starting at $21 or 508-637-1046 508-757-7796 9.75”W x 54.125”L In Minutes. Simply per roll. Also Gold Noon-6pm Call (508)779-0438 ask Removable Glass Top 22” H Plugs Into Standard $95 Presidential dollar rolls. Grooming for Justin Household Outlet. Extang Trifecta $60 Each Two-Piece Call for more Equipment LADIES Peter $500 TV/Microwave Hutch information, Tonneau Cover 1 Romani Grand Daddy Dryer Nordic Trac Fits ‘06 Ford F150 crew cab DRESSER 508-832-7414 508-347-5725 $75 (508)832-3029 or 1 Romani Clipper Vac Walk Fit Skier/Rower (508)272-3433 with 5 1/2 ft. bed. Like new, (B&B Model) Large, With Mirror Microwave $125 508-397-5289 $275. 1 42 Inch Hydraulic & 2 Armoires Piano Call (508)987-0859 $30. 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Garden Leisure 6 Seater Brand New 8’ Tunnel Cover Engine, $95 Hot Tub with lounger, Footboard Book Bear 35MM Canon Camera Christmas China Entertainment Center (For Pick-Up Truck) Used 15” Monitor $3800/BO. Black chrome and glass Full Sized With Rails. Fair $200 Books! Books! Books! $200 $25 $10 To Good Condition (508)885-5189 Weider Pro 9940 dual weight asking $500 or BO. 10” Craftsman Table Saw We have 50,000 lively Call (508)461-9097 bench, $150. Call (860)377-7549 or (From 1920’s) $50 old books at Prices Negotiable! 508-735-9493 Asking $175 THE BOOK BEAR HO Scale Train Trampoline, $75. (860)928-1135 508-873-1394 Brand new computer Table With Tile Top Frigidaire Stackable Comes With Engines, Cars, Like New! armoire, $450. Oak Entertainment 4 Chairs Sofa Buildings And Accessories. $100 Washer & Dryer Lots Of Time & Money Put Large Two-Level Light Please call Center 96 Inches Long, 8 Cushion, Into It! Pictures Available. Oak Coffee Table (508)404-5470 $250 508-764-3625 Mixed Color. 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Spinnet Piano 10-50% Off Our 3/4 HP w/220 volt 3-phase Computer $50 Fox Vacuum With All Call (508)885-4320 Purchase Price Giant 6061 Attachments, Hooks Up Call (508)867-2430 (Steinert) variable speed controller, Lexmark Copier/ 23” Frame, 24 Gears, Refrigeration $600. To All Three. $1000. Sunfish sailboat Printer/Scanner $50 Shimano 105 Derailer. Prom Dress Sale Solid Oak Queen w/trailer, $700. Jenny Lind 6 Burner Stove Dinette Set 2-Speed Hot Tub Pump $50 Black & Gold, Ridden Mint Condition. Current Gowns-Daughter is Bedroom Set 3/4 bed, $250. Sailboard & Convection Oven Seating for four w/glass top 3 VCR’s $50 Each Only 4 Times. Books/Manuals Included sail (new), $500. Dresser set, 2 Microwaves $20 Each Senior. Sizes 6-8. Originally $750. Lighted round curio Bar Top & Barstools and three bar stools. $500. Original Cost $800 Asking $3500 OBO priced from $200-$300. $200. Player piano w/rolls, Freezers Asking $350 end table, $50. 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310 GENERAL HELP 310 GENERAL HELP 310 GENERAL HELP WANTED WANTED WANTED Hampton PRESSMAN - Full-Time HELP WANTED Stonebridge Press Newspapers is looking for an Inn experienced web pressman. Harris experience a plus. Pressman is required to set up and run weekly Sturbridge newspapers and perform weekly maintenance. Graphic Design/Pagination Benefits include: Health, Dental, 401k, Paid Is now hiring for Vacations, and Holidays. the following Send Resume To: Stonebridge Press is currently seeking a positions Stonebridge Press Newspapers Graphic Design/ Page Layout artist. ATTN: Jean Ashton 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Position available immediately. Front Desk Or Fax To: 508-764-8102 Quark Xpress experience is a must. Or Email To: [email protected] Attendant Pagination experience is a plus, Apply in person but will train the right candidiate. Hampton Inn 442 LICENSED DAY 328 Main Street 400 SERVICES CARE Must be available to work flexible hours. 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Before 8pm Stonebridge Press Newspapers benefits, OT. Placed by Apartments, Professionally ATTN: Jean Ashton adSource, not affiliated Brookside Terrace Off-Street Parking. with USPS, who hires. Offices, Stores, Etc. Restored No Pets/Smoking. 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 1-866-533-4717 Appliances At Reasonable 11 Village Drive Credit & Reference Check. Or Fax To: 508-764-8102 Southbridge,MA 01550 $625/month Northbridge Or Email To: [email protected] Demolition Rates 508-943-6706 (Linwood) Truck Drivers Small Buildings First Floor, ATTN: Landlords Dudley Four Room Apartment. Wanted NO PETS, 333 SURROGATE 333 SURROGATE Class A CDL with Hazmat. Or House Owners (508)764-7675 One Bedroom, First Floor. Appliances, Washer/Dryer. NO SMOKING. MOTHERS MOTHERS Day Driving Clean & $700/Month Clean, Cozy, Quiet. Throughout Northeast. Paint Interiors Includes Heat & Hot Water. Off-Street Parking. Company Based in We Do The Work! Off-Street Parking. $800/Month Plus Security. North Brookfield. 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First & Last include writing and Furniture, TV’s. NOW AVAILABLE Construction 501 REAL ESTATE Call (508)765-0501 508-943-2670 BRAND NEW implementing behavioral WANTED APARTMENTS! plans, orientation materials Cellars & Sturbridge Holland facilitation, and King-Sized Line Ads Attics cleaned. Completely furnished Near Lake, Quiet Cozy 2 Bedrooms/$775. participation in various efficiencies. All utilities Available now. internal and external Demolition of small Two Bedroom. Stove & buildings, Tires. and cable. $200 per Refrigerator, Carpeted. Stove, refrigerator and BIGGER SPACE!!! committees. We are week. seeking a professional Jet Tub w/ Full Bath. Nearby dishwasher included. Leaves removed. Call Tammy at Boat Ramp & Swimming. BIGGER TEXT!!! person that is willing to Small Residential Secure building. work as part of a team 508-579-0539 Parking. Off-street parking. Get Yourself Noticed! Moves. No Pets. First/Last in performing all facets NO Pets. of client care. Furnaces Removed $650/Month ************** Available Now! Call (508)765-5852 As Low As $10 Extra • Bachelor’s Degree in Check-our-down-to- Charlton 508-612-4911 Human Services, or earth prices first! EQUAL HOUSING Large One Bedroom, Per Week HS Diploma & 5 Years Weekends also! OPPORTUNITY All Appliances, Utilities North Brookfield Southbridge (Conditions Apply, Call For Details) of Human Services Not Included. First & Last. 1 Bedroom Third Floor experience. ************** $650/Month 28 Spring Street Apartment. Stove & • Weekday schedule Central Mass 3 large rooms, first Refrigerator, Private All real estate advertising in 508-637-1563 PARTMENTS FOR PARTMENTS FOR with weekends off and Connecticut this newspaper is subject to floor. $625/monthly. Parking. No Smoking/Pets 505 A 505 A • Solid starting salary The Federal Fair Housing Act References and security $450 Per Month RENT RENT and great benefits 508-347-7804 Charlton ($550 Furnished) of 1968, which makes it Small One Bedroom. required. • Fulfilling working or illegal to advertise any Utilities Not Included. One environment Off-Street Parking. No pets. Washer/dryer Year Lease. Security Deposit 413-262-5082 preference, limitation or $600/Month Southbridge discrimination based on race, hookups. & Credit Check Please Send Resume To: Heat & Utilties Not Included. 51 Green Ave Southbridge color, religion, sex, handicap, Available 1/1/09 Call (508)867-2478 508-248-3743 Clean, Renovated 3-4 First Floor Three Bedroom, [email protected] familial status (number of Bedroom Unit. LEANING 508-248-1899 Or (508)867-7404 Newly Renovated. Porch, Or Fax To: 433 C children and or pregnancy), Available Immediately Washer/Dryer Hookup, 508-949-6129 national origin, ancestry, age, Southbridge Second Floor, Storage. Section 8 OK. marital status, or any Charlton North Brookfield Washer/Dryer Hookups, EOE/AA Two Bedroom Trailer/Single 1 bedroom, newly decorated. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY * TLC Home * intention to make an such New const. Heat/hot water. Personal Storage, Yard. First And Security preference, limitation or Family. Brand new kitchen, bath, 1 & 2 bedrooms great shape. $750, First & Last Required. MORTGAGE Cleaning discrimination. This Nice Flat Yard. Elevator accessible, onsite newspaper will not $750/Month $600 per month. Reasonably Good Call (508)864-6554 RECRUITER Have You Heard The laundromat, trash removal, Credit & References. knowingly accept any No Utilities private parking. Call (508)765-0914 Phrase, “GOING GREEN?” 508-248-1899 No Dogs, Please. ATTN: Current/Former We Use & Supply Organic advertising for real estate Appliances included. Mortgage Professionals that is in violation of the law. Illegal Drug Users Cleaners To Ensure Your For more info Southbridge Need Not Apply. Southbridge Local Recruiting Firm Family’s Safety. Our readers are hereby Growing Rapidly. Duties: informed that all dwellings Douglas (508)867-4277 12 Cohasse Street Section 8 OK First Floor, Five Room, Two Filling Job Openings & Holiday Gift Certificates advertising in this newspaper Small One Bedroom, Second Call Joe At Bedroom Apartment. Gas Arranging Interviews With Available For That are available on and equal 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom North Brookfield Floor. Includes Stove and 774-230-8486 Stove, Very Nice, Quiet Top Banks In New England & Special Someone! opportunity basis. To Apartments Available 4 Room, 2 Bedroom Refrigerator. Neighborhood, Handicapped New York City. Training A Perfect Gift! complain about Apartment. $500 per month. Parking. Easy Access. Prices start at $845/month. Stove/Refrigerator, Southbridge Very Large Bathroom. Provided. Commission CALL TAMMIE TODAY discrimination call The First & Last Required. $75k+. Benefits. Department of Housing and Includes heat, hot water, A/C, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Utilities Not Included. Central Street Non-Smokers Preferred. pool, fitness center & Gas/Gas Heat, Trash First, Security Deposit, Credit Call Jeff At FOR A CLEANER Urban Development “HUD” Call 508-248-1899 Five Room Apartment, toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. children’s program. Removal, Yards. Off-Street Second Floor. Refrigerator, Check, References Required. North Wind Consultants TOMORROW! Off street parking. Parking (2 Cars), Storage $700/Month 860-774-2800 For the N.E. area, call HUD Stove, Off-Street Parking 508-347-3275 ad 617-565-5308,. The toll Call (508)476-3777 Unit, Dead-End Street. Southbridge Included. Heat Included. 774-452-0830 774-230-7885 free number for the hearing Cat OK. First/Security. 141 Everett Street Available 2/1 impaired is 1-800-927-9275 Douglas $550/Month+Utilities 4 Bedrooms, Stove & $725/Month Office/Homes Large Two Bedroom In 508-735-3015 Refrigerator Included. First & Last Required. Spring Or Fall Cleanings 505 APARTMENTS FOR Elegant Older Home On Main or [email protected] $895/Month Call Nick Southbridge Street. Includes Washer & Heat & Utilities Not Included. 508-380-8922 Weekly/Bi-Weekly Or RENT Dryer. Partially Furnished. FIRST MONTH’S Monthly Cleanings North Brookfield 508-248-1899 Separate Eating Area, 4 Room, Second Floor, RENT FREE BANKS, Flexible Hours/Days Hardwoods, Plenty Of Southbridge Clean Four Room Stove & Refrigerator, Clean 4 room, 2 bedroom Registered/Insured/ *Southbridge* Storage! Parking Off-Street. Washer/Dryer Hookups, Southbridge Apartment, Third Floor. Pay Heat & Electric. duplex apartment. Stove, Bonded Enclosed Back Porch. 2 Bedroom refrigerator, hookups, One Year Lease & Beautiful area near First/Last & Security First & Last, No Pets. References Required. STOCKS AND References Available town central/post-of- $750/Month Apartment Available. basement, yard, good area. $650/Month Stove, refrigerator. Laundry No pets. Credit check, Last & Security fice, large, peaceful Call Cliff 508-476-1700 Write To: facility on-site. Off-street First & Last $575/month 2-bedroom home on Cleaner Homes Douglas PO Box 100 parking. Freshly painted. $675 per month, Call 508-765-0386 Commercial & Residential private street, North Brookfield, MA 01535 No Pets. $525 per month. plus utilities. appliances Two Bedroom. Weekdays 9:30a-5:30p Cleaning Service. New Appliances, First, last and security. Call (508)765-2658 Quality Cleaning To Fit Your w/dishwasher, oil-heat, North Brookfield Available To Apply LOANS, Dishwasher. Quiet, Private First Floor Two Bedroom No Pets, No Waterbeds Customized Needs, With fire-place, porch facing Southbridge Country Road. No Traffic. Apartment With Back Deck. Immediately! People You Can Trust! brook, nice yard, on/off $800 Plus Electric. Cohassee Street Licensed & Insured. street parking. Fully Applianced, Call (508)864-5605 First Floor, Nice Three No Smoking, No Dogs. Washer/Dryer Hookups. Call To Schedule A Call (508)476-1722 Bedroom. Quiet Dead End FREE Estimate Please call Includes Additional Storage Street. Stove & Southbridge 774-633-1118 (508)579-4809 Dudley Room, Off-Street Parking. Southbridge Refrigerator Included. Five Room, First Floor Cats OK. 2 Bedroom, 4 Room. $875/Month Apartment For Rent. OH MY! 2 Bedroom Apartment www.geocities.com/ $700/Month Plus Utilities Cozy, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Heat & Utilities Not Included. Pay Own Oil. gregnmargo/home Heat and Hot Water Included. Newly Renovated. ICENSED AY First/Last & Security Gas Heat, No Pets, 508-248-1899 442 L D No Pets/No Smoking Credit Check. First And Last Months Rent. Washer/Dryer Hookups. FIND THEM ALL ON OUR CARE Off-Street Parking Available After 2/15. $675 per month. First & Last Month Required. Dudley Call (860)935-5206 Contact Connie Call (508)765-6007 Southbridge $700/Month. NO Pets. *************** Duplex For Rent 508-867-6535 Comfortable, Sunny 3-Room, 508-764-6425 EASY-TO-USE The Commonwealth of Two Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, 1 Bedroom Apartment. Nice Eat-In Kitchen With Dudley Southbridge Neighborhood, Walking Massachusetts Office of Cute & Clean 1 Bedroom, North Brookfield 3 room-1 bedroom 1st floor Distance To Town. Child Care Services Appliances, Washer/Dryer ONLINE DIRECTORY. Hookups. No Animals. 3rd Floor Apartment. Second Floor 2+ Bedroom in quiet area. Heat, hot water, Includes Heat, Hot Water, Southbridge requires that all ads Security Deposit Required. Close To Major Routes. Apartment. Quiet gas stove, washer/dryer, Washer/Dryer, Stove & Five Room, Three Bedroom, All local. placed in the newspaper Convenient Location. Porch, Stove, Refrigerator. Neighborhood, refrigerator all included. Pay Refrigerator. Second Floor Apartment. for child care (daycare) $875/Month Plus Utilities Off-Street Parking, Washer/Dryer Hookups. own electric lights. $700 per $695/Month Nice Fenced-In Yard. All the time. in your home include Call Susan Nice Yard. $695/Month month for one person/$750 Non-Smoker Preferred Section 8 Approved. your license number. 860-942-6194 $550/Month First, Last & Security for two. First/last. No Pets $800/Month TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com 508-943-2670 508-248-3725 Call (508)764-1484 Call 508-764-7494 774-230-4697 JANUARY, 28, 2009 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ 5

505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT Southbridge Four Bedroom, Second Floor. Large Eat-In Kitchen, Near Police Station & Route 169. $900/Month Plus Utilities Section 8 OK CLASS B DELIVERY DRIVER Call Tim Or Cara 508-347-5175 Pine State Trading Co. is a leading New England wholesale Southbridge distribution company based in Augusta, Maine. Incredible, Spacious, We are presently accepting applications for a delivery driver Second Floor, Two out of our Webster, MA terminal. Bedroom Apartment. Hardwoods, Appliances, Porches, W/D Hookups, A current Class B License and a clean driving record Off-Street Parking. are required. $725/Month Plus Utilities First & Security Required. No Pets Pine State offers a comprehensive benefits package. 508-410-7004 For more information, please contact Human Resources at Southbridge 1-800-451-5500, or e-mail a resume to [email protected] Large 1 Bedroom Apartment Completely Remodeled Pine State is an Equal Opportunity Employer $650/Month 3 Bedroom Apartment Completely Remodeled PINE STATE TRADING CO. $850/Month 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 24 Town Forest Rd. • Webster, MA 01570 Available Now! RENT RENT Section 8 Welcome 508-320-2175 Southbridge Sturbridge Three Bedroom Apartment One Bedroom, One Bath. Southbridge For Rent. First Floor, Available January. Heat & $800/Month Hot Water Included. Large 3 bedroom, 6 rooms. No Pets. No Smoking. Off street parking, Recently Remodeled. No Pets.Washer/Dryer One Month’s Security 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR washer/dryer hookups. Deposit & References $775 per month plus utilities. Hookups. RENT RENT First & Security Required. Required. First and security. $635/Month Call (508)909-6025 Call 508-949-0630 Contact Dennis Webster EMETARY OTS OBILE OMES 508-347-0810 Webster Two Bedroom Apartments. 510 546 C L 550 M H Southbridge Southbridge Brand New Two Coin-Op & Off-Street COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS Large First Floor 6-Room Three bedroom first floor, Bedroom Apartment. Parking. Second & Third Two Cemetery Sturbridge de-leaded, remodeled, stove, Many Amenities Floor Available. No Pets. Apartment. Gleaming Wood Sturbridge Lots Mobile Home 55+ Floors, Freshly Painted, Nice off-street parking, Sturbridge Heights Including Dishwasher. $600/month Webster Yard, Nice Location. washer/dryer hookups, First/Last & References Worcester County 1 Bedroom, Ideal (Hall Road) Nice Area, For Rent Memorial Park $850/Month Plus Utilities. limited/restricted Spacious 1 Bedroom. Washer/Dryer Facilities. 508-943-1076 Location, Close To First & Security. No Pets. storage. First, last and First & Last. $650/month. After 5pm 1000 Square Feet In Paxton Everything. New Floors, security deposits. Section 8 $775/Month Pam To $900 For Each, Carpets, Paint, Windows, REMAX Professional welcome. References and Also Available References Required. Brand New Two Bedroom No Pets 14,000 Square Feet $1800 For Both Shower, Cabinets & Associates 508-885-5556 credit check. No pets, Counters. Newer Furnace, Or Visit no utilities. Applianced Apartments. Call 508-769-2500 Webster And Anything Call Cheryl $850.00 per month. Starting At $845/Month Two Bedroom, De-Leaded. In Between... A/C & More. www.pamcrawford.com 413-245-4181 Washer/Dryer. Call (508)637-1074 Call (508)729-3429 Webster Near Park & School. Owner Will Give You Available Now Price You Can’t Refuse! $37,500 Southbridge Uxbridge Bright, Sunny & Private $600/Month 508-347-7027 describes this beautiful 1 First/Last & Security 508-753-3670 WORCESTER COUNTY Large Three Bedroom Southbridge First Floor, Two Bedroom Apartment, Third Floor. Bedroom Apartment. Unit 508-304-3141 Two Bedroom Apartment. Dining Room, is located on 1st Floor. MEMORIAL PARK; Washer/Dryer Hookups, Apartments. Well Living Room, Kitchen & 515 CONDOS-RENT/SALE Paxton, MA Off-Street Parking. $650/Month Sturbridge Retirement Maintained, Bath. Appliances Included. Heat & Hot Water Included. 2 adjoining lots. Community $750/Month + Utilities Convenient Locations. Washer/Dryer Hookups. West Brookfield Call Claire @ Spencer Asking $1500 or Best Offer Completely Rebuilt In 2002. First & Security From $650 508-320-1863 1 and 2 bedrooms, walk to Two Bedroom Condo. Bright, for both call (508)867-3820 508-410-7004 Call For More Details Bazinet Realty beautiful town common. New Floors, Walls, Doors, 508-943-0667 Modern, Contemporary Windows, Kitchen Cabinets, 508-769-2500 Stove, refrigerator, Style. Hardwood, Uxbridge dishwasher, washer/dryer Worcester County Bathroom. Carpeting On All Tile, & Appliances. Floors Except Kitchen & Southbridge One bedroom apartment with hookups, nice yard. Great Kitchen. Beautifully Southbridge: loft, stove and refrigerator Webster $595-$750/month plus Memorial Park Bath. New Vinyl Siding. Large Three Bedroom, Landscaped Grounds. Paxton, MA Large 1 bedroom modern. included. $650 per month First Floor, Four Room utilities. No pets. First and Convenient Location. 508-735-9639 Second Floor. Freshly Wall to wall, appliances Plots In Garden Of Honor. Painted. New Wall-To-Wall plus utilities. First and last. Apartment. With Parking. last. Rent To Own! included, coin-op laundry, no Also have garage for rent for Stove, Refrigerator, And Call (508)868-5911 or 2 Lots & 2 Vaults. Carpeting, Hot Water, pets, lease and security. (6 Months Credit) Asking $2700 For All Range, Clothes Dryer, $100/month. Coin-Op Laundry In (508)867-2398 $575 and up, utilities not Basement. From $850 774-745-0026 Year Round Refrigerator, All Included. included. Call Call 508-735-4335 Please Leave Message Highly Efficient To Heat! No Pets. First/Last & Call (508)764-2866 (508)278-6319 Security Required. West Brookfield or Winter No Pets/Waterbeds 525 HOUSES FOR RENT $750/Month Section 8 Approved 2 bedroom apartment Worcester County Home One-Year Lease Warren $650/Month second floor. Off street Spencer 508-864-7595 parking, washer/dryer Southbridge Memorial Park, This 1475 sq. ft. 2 Townhouse (No Fees) 3 bedroom, 2 bath cape. bedroom 2 full bath, fully To Apply Call 1 Bedroom Apartment 7 Rooms, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full hookup. $800 per month, Paxton 508-765-0386 Newly Renovated plus utilities. No pets. Modern kitchen, living room, furnished, like new home Baths, Porch, 2 Rooms laundry/mud room, garage, 4 lots in the Garden of the inside and out, is in a 9:30am-5:30pm w/Small Office. (Office/Sewing), Fenced Webster Call for more details, Near Bus Route. $600 Four Rooms Plus Pantry, private back yard & patio. Cross, which is the oldest beautiful 55 and older Yard, Appliances, (413)436-9544 $1500 per month plus garden in the park. Value gated community. It’s No Smoking/Pets, Washer/Dryer, Parking, Two Bedrooms, Private Southbridge Newly Insulated. Enclosed Porches. Brand utilities. First and security. $7000, asking $6000. located in Fort Pierce, FL., Private Yard, Turn-Key. References required. Will sell separately. just minutes from beaches Modern 2 Bedroom Off-Street Parking. $850/Month New Gas Heating System. West Brookfield Sunny, Neat & Clean. Call (508)729-0910 Call (508)892-8685 and great fishing. Many Apartments. Appliances, Coin-Op on site. Call 508-867-8971 Mobile Home At Off-Street Parking. First/Last, Security & $700/Month Plus Utilities other extras. $79,900. Madden Estates Make an offer. Immediate Occupancy! Background Check 508-949-7660 550 MOBILE HOMES $675-$725/Month Call (508)885-9307 A 55-And-Over Webster Call (508)779-0311 774-258-0147 or (774)696-4567 Mobile Home Park. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Ranch. Webster Webster 2 Bedroom, Country In Quiet Neighborhood. 14x70 Mobile Large Three Bedroom Setting 1 pet, hookups, $1000/Month Plus Utilities Southbridge Spencer NORTH VILLAGE First Floor Apartment. $600-First, Last, Security. Available Immediately! Home 565 ROOMS FOR RENT Living Room, Dining Room, W/56ft addition which NEW LISTING! Great One Bedroom. One Home Available Now! Call Linda At Top Level; Bedroom, Small Off-Street Parking, Coin-Op. Bazinet Realty includes 24x12 den, 14x12 Clean & Spacious 5-Room, Office, Bath. Lower Level; 2 bedroom units Also Selling work room w/sink and 18ft Southbridge Two Bedroom Also: Second Floor, Five 508-943-0667 Open Kitchen/Living/Dining, starting at $760!! Room Apartment. New Mobile Homes porch w/handicapped ramp. Room For Rent $750 1/2 Bath, Laundry. Call (508)867-7972 Large hallways/doors, for Male Wanted To Share Clean Heat Efficient With Quiet Lake View, Pool. Heat and hot water Section 8 Approved Webster wheelchair. New & Sober Apartment With New Heat & Water Systems First/Last & Security Deposit. is included. For More Information 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Ranch. roof/windows. $98K plus Two Other Males. & Thermal Windows. Criminal/Credit Check Call 508-943-8807 2-Car Drive-In Garage, Yard, park share. $450/Month West Brookfield Deck, Appliances. Washer/Dryer Hookups, Starting At $825/Month Must income qualify. Motel Rooms For Rent Bill, (508)347-5463 Includes Everything. Refrigerator & Stove, $1250 Must Have Job Or On INCLUDES UTILITIES Daily & Weekly Rates 508-341-6937 Fenced Yard, Porch, 508-885-5216 Section 8 Vouchers Webster All Rooms Have Microwave Disability. Off-Street Parking, Ceiling Accepted. One Bedroom Apartment, & Fridge, Some Rooms Have First/Last & Security Fans Throughout. First Floor. Off-Street Kitchenette. 546 CEMETARY LOTS 14x70 Mobile Call 508-561-6316 No Pets. No Smoking Spencer Parking. Housekeeping Service Large Three Bedroom On Please call $400/Month 3 Lots Home First & Security Copper Lantern with central air. Mint Section 8 OK Second Floor. Washer/Dryer (508)987-1595 First & Last Pine Grove Hookups & Off-Street 508-769-3262 Motor Lodge condition to move in. Many Spencer AVAILABLE FEBRUARY! Cemetery new extras. Located in Call 508-765-8730 Parking. 508-867-6441 Rooms Available Available Immediately. CopperLanternMotorLodge.com Whitinsville, MA attractive over 55 park in Webster Sturbridge. Professionally Managed. $750/Month + Utilities All Adjoining, Side-By-Side. Historic Building. Common 508-320-2329 18 Mechanic Street Good Location Near Call Joe (508)347-8976 Southbridge Furnished Studio Apartment. Kitchen/Living Areas. Webster Front/Path. Security Deposit & Newly Finished Huge, Shared Bathroom. With Whitinsville Asking $1100 Each 3 bedroom 7 room. Spencer All Utilities, Laundry, 1, 2 or 3 bedroom 1983 Mobile Home References Required. Or $3000 For All 3 Please Call George Wall-to-wall carpeting, lots Two Bedroom Apartment, Off-Street Parking. Prospect apartments. Large rooms, 508-234-5389 14’x70’, Liberty Brand. of closet space, tile floors, W/D Hookups, Stove & $125/Weekly with appliances. Off-street Two Bedroom, 508-791-3224 new windows, well insulated, Fridge, Trash Included. For Rental Application parking. No pets. All Remodeled With EOH ceiling fans, laundry New Carpet & Paint, Etc. Call 508-943-9452 Estates No utilities included. Cemetery Lot Attached Screenhouse. hookups, private porch, no No Pets. First/Last & References Park Share Included. pets. First, security and $725/Month 1 & 2 Bedroom Call (508)476-7856 For Sale $69,000 OBO 565 STORAGE SPACE credit check. Section 8 Partial Heat Included Apartments. Worcester County Memorial 508-867-5043 FOR RENT welcome. $875/month. 774-230-7146 Webster Park, Paxton, MA. Call (508)765-5359 2 & 3 Bedroom 1 Month Free Rent 510 Garden Of Heritage II, 609B, Apartments Now Available: 2 Lots (1 & 2) Brookfield Spencer Starting at $165/week COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS Webster Historical Buildings $1500 For Both Nanatomqua Mobile 30 Poland Street Southbridge Two Bedroom Apartment. Call 508-347-3884 Heat, Hot Water & Dudley Home Park Need Some Extra Space To Newly Renovated Two Must Income Qualify Chase Mill Leave Message If No Answer (55 And Over) Store Those Summer Toys, Bedroom Apartments. Appliances Included. One Bedroom Apartments. SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES Washer/Dryer Hookups, Starting At $140/Week Complex 2 Bedroom with 1-1/2 Boats, Etc.? Hardwood Floors, Sunny, WELCOME Cemetery Lots Small & Large Units Quiet. Washer/Dryer Trash Removal, Off-Street (Formerly Ethan Allen) Bath, Living Room, Large Parking. Southbridge Located In Dudley, MA Kitchen, Laundry Room Available. Hookup In Basement. Call for Sale Call 508-949-1400 Available February 1st No Smoking, No Pets. 2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Indoor/Outdoor Space With New Appliances, First/Last & Security Apartments. (508)943-9567 Worcester County Memorial Or 508-943-0972 After 5pm No Pets. Available For Immediate Park-Paxton, MA And Door To Back Porch. Leave Message First/Last Month’s Rent. $900/Month Starting At $150/week 508-885-6445 E.H.O. Lease For Storage, 2 Lots (#408A) available in REDUCED $650 All are newly remodeled, Light Industrial, the beautiful Garden of Valor $79,900 Call 508-867-7992 carpeted, stove & Manufacturing, Office. II. $5,000 for both. 508-868-4662 575 VACATION RENTALS Sturbridge refrigerator included. Webster Call Today For Info Call (508)987-0531 Southbridge 2 Bedroom House. Section 8 Approved. Second Floor, Brand-New 774-280-6026 $950 No Pets Allowed Non-Smokers Only. Five-Room Apartment. Mobile Home Completely Remodeled, Security Deposit & Off-Street Parking. Coin-Op OPEN NOW!!! Cozy Three Room, One New Inside, Near Commons, References Required CEMETERY For Sale Bedroom. Stove & Fridge. Washer/Dryer. No Pets. Tri-State Speedway In Sturbridge Retirement Florida A/C, Parking, Minutes To Call 508-943-8232 $495/Month I-84, Route 20 And The Call 774-289-1714 Indoor Go-Kart & LOTS: Co-Operative. Fort Myers Beach First & Security, Mass Pike. Porch, Yard. Amusement Center Two in the 44x23, 5 Rooms, 1 1/2 Baths Credit Check. Cats OK. Available 2/1 Garden of Valor (1068 sq.ft. Gross Living One Bedroom Beach 413-283-5445 Webster Webster at Worcester Memorial Area). Air Conditioning, Cottage. Last, Security & References 2 Bedroom Apartment Leave Message 774-241-0330 Second Floor, Clean Two Park in Paxton. Corner Lot, 2 Sheds. Second Floor. Off-Street Bedroom Apartment. Good Charlton $1500/best offer. For Appointment March 1st-14th Southbridge Parking. Appliances And Area, Off-Street Parking. In- 7,500 Sq.Ft. Please call 508-347-9370 $1200/Weekly Sturbridge Heat Included. No Pets. cludes Stove, Washer/Dryer Industrial/Warehouse/ 508-885-5133 Second Floor, Two $700 per month. Hookup. (Off-Season) Weeks Bedroom. Stove, Lakeside Manufacturing Space Call (508)450-6421 No Pets/Smokers For Lease Retiring? December & April Refrigerator. Hardwood $700/Month Plus Utilities Think Of A Mobile Home Floors. Hot Water Included. Apartments 1 Dock, 3 Overheads, Cemetery Plots at From $450/Weekly 3 Room, 1 Bedroom First/Last & Security 10’ Ceilings. In A Beautiful Park In No Pets. Webster Reference & Credit Check Worcester County Sturbridge. First, Last & Security Apartment . Kitchen Just Off Route 20 With Easy Appliances, 1/4 Mile To 2 Bedroom Second Floor. 508-949-3044 Access To The Mass Pike. Memorial Park Two Bedrooms, One And All Clean, Quiet & $675/Month Quiet & Renovated Ask For John One Half Bath, Deck, Patio, Well Equipped. 508-829-5853 I-84 And MA Pike. GK&Co. in Heritage I. 2 lots. $1200. No Smoking, No Pets. Appliances, Gas Heat, 508-753-9100 Call (508)987-6180 New Roof, New Windows, Near All Attractions. References A Must. Coin-Op, Off-Street Parking. And Many Updates. Southbridge $625/month. $675/month. Webster seerealtor.com 774-262-0340 Spacious first floor, 2BR, Call (508)347-9623 First/Last & References. Spacious 2 Bedroom Spencer Cemetery Plots $89,500 Living room and dining Call (508)943-0227 Apartment. 2nd Floor, Worcester County Memorial 508-347-8791 9am-6pm Gas Heat. Coin-Ops, Office Space room. Quiet area on Rte.169. Bright & Spacious Rooms In Park, Paxton; 2 Person, Washer/dryer hookups, Off-Street Parking. Garden Of Faith. WELLS, MAINE Webster $625 Per Month. Beautiful, Historic Victorian. Sturbridge Off-street parking. Sturbridge 30 Poland Street Centrally Located On Route $1400 OBO (For Both) $775/month. First/Last First & Security Deposit Currently Sells For $2100 $99,900 Village By the Sea Nice, clean one Modern 4-Room Apartment, Call 508-410-1319 9. Ample Parking. Great RENT NOW & GET HALF OF bedroom apartment Just Renovated. Kitchen , Location. Variety Of Direct From WCMP. (Park Share Included) 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. FIRST MONTH FREE!!! in good area. Includes Appliances, Furnished. Floorplans Available. Please Call Charming, Move-In Ready. (774)262-6533 508-892-1679 Pool complex, with stove, refrigerator, Large Rooms, Great Webster Call 508-735-4335 Fully Applianced, C/A, Open jacuzzi and exercise room, air and laundry room Closets! Off-Street Parking. Two Bedroom Apartment, Floor Plan. Two Bedrooms, Southbridge on premises. Less Than 1 Mile To Third Floor. Neat & Clean, Garden of Prayer One Large Bath. outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, Third Floor, Three $575/month. I-395. Walking Distance Off-Street Parking, Southbridge 3 lots, side by side, buy two Maintenance Free. Shaded. A/C, cable. Bedroom, Off-Street Parking. Security deposit, lease To Most Webster Schools. Washer/Dryer Hookups. Retail Space for $2000 and get the third Monthly Fee $180. Daily Rate $80-$90 $700/month and references required. No Pets. Excellent Location, Main Street, high visibility. free. Choice ground. Includes Taxes, Cable Utilities Not Included Please call $700/Month Affordable. $1300 per month Worcester county memorial TV And More! Call For Details First & Last. No Pets (508)347-7709 Call 508-943-0972 Call For Details. plus utilities. park, Paxton MA. Why Rent? (508)429-7568 508-292-4675 Or 508-949-1400 1-508-612-6192 Call (508)765-5995 Call (508)234-7116 860-315-7122 6 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ January, 28, 2009 Aut motive

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 720 CLASSICS 720 CLASSICS 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 700 AUTOMOTIVE A-1 Condition Truck Rails 2004 Chevrolet 2000 Ford 1987 Pontiac 1985 Buick 1987 Chevy 4 new Yokohama Chrome Tube For 8’ Bed Monte Carlo LS Monte Carlo LS Taurus SES Safari Wagon 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES High Speed Rain Great Condition Riviera Black/Grey, Excellent 3.0L V6, Loaded, Full-Sized, One Owner. 80k $95 For Set Must Sell My Beautiful, Light Blue, 2-door hard-top, Condition, 43k Miles. Ice Cold A/C. Miles, Excellent Condition. 4 Cooper Weather Tires Restored Pride & Joy! 5.0 V8 automatic, perfect $9500 $1995 $1200 GM Chrome 135k Original Miles. Pretty velour interior, 1-owner, Master S/T Tires 195-50-R15/82V on mint 5 120K miles. Bought new at 508-987-1350 Steel Belted, 205/65 R15 Bolt American Racing Slotted Wheels Blue With Black Landau 1996 Saturn SL Russo Coal/ Wheels. Fits Accord, Sentra, 15”, 5-Lug Bolt Pattern Roof. Plush Interior. Diamond Chevrolet. Very 2000 Chevy Wood Stove Like New $150 Mechanically Good. good condition, 4-Cylinder, Cold A/C, Great Camry, Corolla, Miata, Neon For Full-Size GM. runs great. $2500. On Gas, CD System. Excellent Condition 4 Cooper Weather and many more. $200 Set Of 4 $2500 OBO Malibu (508)347-9386 V6, 126k Miles, A/C, Very Reliable - Must See! Hardly Used. Master S/T Snow Call Tom ask if they will fit 508-476-1721 $1495 OBO $350 Groove Tires your car. 454 Complete Power Everything. CD Player. 225/55 R17 Best Reasonable Offer GM Block 1984 Firebird SE $2000 OBO 774-208-3313 Call After 3pm Like New $200 Spencer With Fuel Injection 1962 Buick H06, air, auto locks doors & MUST SELL! 508-885-3036 508-867-2560 774-745-0173 $1200 Electra 225 windows. Cast wheels, 508-762-6773 1999 Ford 4-Door, Excellent Running & Chapman. Best offer. 2006 Scion XB Evenings 508-259-8805 2005 Chrysler Mustang Body Condition. 36k Original Call (617)872-3230 6-Cylinder Automatic, 94k Still In New Condition! Third Row Miles. Light Grey. Pacifica Miles, White. Power Seats, Has 19k Miles On It. Carries Used Auto Parts Price Negotiable 1953 Ford AWD, 138k Miles, Mostly Windows, Locks & Steering. Platinum Warranty, Good 91 day Guarantee. Large Bench Seat Call Laurie Until 2012, Or 70k Miles. All 720 CLASSICS 2-Door Sedan Highway. New Tires, Great Very Good Condition. inventory of engines, For Ford Expedition 508-450-5740 Mild Custom, $11,000 Family Car, Well Maintained. $4995 Options, 35-40MPG, transmissions, tires & glass. (Eddie Bauer) $6500 OBO Call 508-764-4570 Burgundy Exterior. Excellent service. Free parts Tan Leather, Excellent 1989 BMW 325i 1973 Green 1955 Oldsmobile Photos Available Excellent Inside/Out. locating service. Condition. Call Bill & Andrea 1999 Ford Ranger $13,900 Amherst-Oakham Auto Red convertible new black VW Beetle 508-943-5954 Fits Model Years ‘97-’02 top new transmission, 4-Door 860-377-0396 Extended Cab Pickup Call (800)992-0441 or Recent Engine, Original, $10,000 860-928-1064 V6, 4.0L $150 automatic, runs perfect, Good Tires 2001 Subaru (508)799-9969 $5500. Call (413)245-4587 131,780 Miles. Recent 860-935-0039 Best Offer 1975 Ford Flatbed 2004 Chrysler Tuneup, Tires, Brakes. Forrester 413-245-3530 $1600 Town & Country Runs Well. Standard, Recent Brakes, $3500 A/C, Roof Racks. Looks One Owner, 23,500 Miles. (Book Value $6000+) 1953 Ford 3/4 Ton Black Custom Paint, Fully & Runs Great. Pickup 860-923-1848 $5,500 OBO GM’s Top Performers Join Forces Loaded, Perfect Condition 508-987-3244 Solid, Needs Restoration, $18,000 Or Best Offer 1992 Ford Escort To Make Westborough Buick Pontiac GMC $2500 Call 508-764-3723 Runs Great, 92k Miles. 2006 Volkswagen Collection MUST BE SOLD! $1200 The Fastest Growing GM Dealer 978-760-3453 2007 Dodge 860-942-0464 Jetta Charger SXT Black, fully loaded, leather, 5 in Central MA 1995 Toyota Supra Only 1,400 Miles, Pearl-Coat 1995 Geo Prizm disc CD changer, heated Twin-Turbo, Stock, 6-Speed. Red, Grey Interior. 3.5L V6, 110K miles, Red, 4 door seats & mirrors, sunroof, 10% OFF ANY REPAIR Original. 60k, Lots Of Toys. NO Bank Lien sedan, recently, front, side & rear air bags. $500.00 OFF Black-On-Black, Leather, $19,595 OBO reconditioned, new starter, $14,900. for any new customers first service the purchase of any in stock used vehicle Two-Owner Car. Must See! runs great. Call (508)949-6914 $50,000 FIRM Sharon 774-287-2031 Moving must sell quick!! appointment with this coupon. $2500 or best offer. 1993 Volvo 240GL or $250.00 OFF 1973 Pontiac Call (508)341-4434 or 4-Door Sedan, 132k Call Terri or Adam for an Appointment 2000 Dodge the purchase of any in stock new vehicle Trans-Am Caravan (860)857-4168 Miles. Runs Fine. No Expires March 1, 2009 With this coupon. Expires March 1, 2009 4-Speed, With 455cu. White, Rust. CD, Automatic. Burgundy Interior, Original, 56,000 miles, excellent 2002 Lincoln LS $2300 OBO Matching Numbers. 90k. condition. Non-smoker, Black/Tan, Leather, 40k, 508-867-6023 Westborough offers Certified GM trained technicians. A full service body shop. $50,000 FIRM am/fm/cd, recent tires. Fully Loaded, Chrome Asking $3900. 508-344-2660 Rims/Grill/Rocker Corvette 1988 Our staff combined has won more GM awards than any other 1983 Lincoln Town Panels/Pillars, Excellent Condition. New GM dealer in Central Massachusetts. Corvette Car Brand New Snow Tires, T-Top, Tires & Interior. 1978 Anniversary 20,000 miles, estate car. Extra Set Of 18” Chrome Over $11k Invested. Come check us out we’ll make it worth the trip! Black T-Top, 57k Miles. Excellent condition. Always Rims with Tires. New Asking $7500 OBO New Exhaust, Starter, Etc. garaged. $3900 or best offer. Brakes 1-508-943-1128 Westborough Buick Pontiac GMC $5500 OBO (508)317-7092 1-508-341-3164 508-713-3513 Sharp Car! Mint! 88 Turnpike Rd (Route 9) • Westborough MA 01581 • 888-256-7187 1996 Dodge Intrepid $13,500 obo Wanted Antique Black ES Sedan 774-289-9074 www.westboroughcars.com 119k Miles, Good Condition. Old Camaros $1100 BO 1999 Mercury 1967-1969 including parts, Jaguar pieces in any condition. Will 1972 XJ6. Body, paint and Call 508-764-5317 Cougar After 5pm consider other models. chrome nearly perfect, New 92k, V6, 5 Speed, All Call (860)633-0869 Paul Puccio Cosmo Casamassa Michelin pin stripe tires and 1994 Dodge Options. College many spare parts. Forces Sale SPORTS UTILITY General Sales Manager Service Manager Best Reasonable Offer. Intrepid $3800 OBO VEHICLES Call Tom (Spencer) 86k Miles, Needs (774)745-0173 Call Transmission Work. 508-476-3907 2001 Chevy Good Body, Strong 508-335-1283 Blazer LT 725 AUTOMOBILES Engine, Good Tires. Second Owner, 6-Cylinder, Nice Car 1996 Mercury Electronic Shift-on-The-Fly 4 1999 Audi A4 1.8T Asking $700 OBO Grand Marquis Wheel Drive. Very Clean, 82k Miles. 19” Chrome Call Before 8pm Blue Hill Edition Runs Great, Needs Nothing! Wheels, Body Kit, Custom 508-892-4434 Loaded, White w/ Blue 94k Miles, 22MPG. Paint, Plus Many Extras. Asking $6000 Interior, 90k Miles 508-864-3846 Asking $9,800 1992 Dodge $2,995 obo or best offer Stealth (508)717-9244 Red, Mint Condition. 1992 Chevy 2003 Dodge $6500 OBO Corsica Durango 508-347-3613 Blue, 119k Miles, ABS, A/C, Alloy, AWD, 2002 BMW 325ci 1985 Fire-Engine Good Condition 7 P.Seats, H.Seats, Convertible 6 Cylinder Automatic R/Boards, Fully Loaded, Red Mazda RX7 $1,195 obo New Tires. 95k Miles, Excellent Condition. 4x4, 4.7L. $7000 OBO 38,883 Miles. Automatic 1.1L Rotary Engine. Mint Condition. (508)615-5959 Call Rick At Transmission With Sports 508-245-5715 Shift Mode. Grey Leather Single Owner, 54k Miles. 2006 Mustang Or Rob 508-764-0626 1-800-282-4356 Heated Seats. Car Is Loaded. Always Garaged, No Rust, Harmon-Kardon Sound Sunroof. Convertible 2004 Jeep System, Premium Runs Beautifully. Silver, 44,500 Miles, Wheels, Etc. $5000 Excellent Condition. Liberty Sport $19,999 508-845-9237 $11,500 Silver, 49k Miles. Contact Josh 860-916-8247 Excellent Condition. 508-885-7085 2003 Ford 1997 Olds Regency CD/AM/FM Radio. Mustang GT Nice solid driver 105K Asking $14,200 1999 Buick Park With 22k Miles, Custom highway miles, loaded with 774-364-1133 Exhaust, Pro 5.0 Shifter, moonroof, needs nothing. Or After 5pm Ave Ebiach Lowering Springs. Asking $3500. 508-886-7184 Loaded, like new, leather, Call (860)974-3022 Ask For Linda 122K miles. $4500. Clean Car, Mint Condition. Garaged In Winter. Call (508)752-8683 2008 Pontiac G5 740 MOTORCYCLES $14,000 OBO Brand New! Low Mileage. 508-864-9692 2-Door Coupe, 2005 Aquila 250 1993 Buick 508-764-1401 Midnight Blue. LeSabre Sedan Bought For $18,000 Cruiser Good Shape, Runs Well. 2003 Ford Sell For $14,500 356 miles, showroom $950 FIRM Mustang Mach 1 774-230-4485 condition, bike can be seen Please Call Mike at 364 Main Street, Oxford. 774-253-8502 Azure Blue with Black 2001 PT Cruiser $2700. leather. 18K miles, like brand Call (774)280-2630 new. Couple after Limited 1993 Cadillac market parts. $17,500. Silver w/ Leather, Loaded Call (508)987-8486 One Owner 2006 Harley Fleetwood A Loved Car!!! Davidson Florida car. 46k miles, 1998 Ford Low Price Reflects 114k, regular gas; 17-18 in city Contour LX New Timing Belt, and Sportster XL883C 27-28 highway. Fully loaded, Blue. Reliable, Runs Great, Extensive Tune-up White with saddle bags. Light Blue with Light 133k. Good Tires, REDUCED 2,091 miles. $6000. Also Blue leather interior. $6200. Recent Brake Job. Harley helmet, jacket and Call (508)832-3029 or $1700 Or Best Offer $5700 gloves for sale. (508)272-3433 508-892-9212 (508)476-3715 Call (508)949-0621

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Includes 2008 FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT Bedliner 2008 FORD F150 Example #3594MS Example #3854T MILLBURY FORD MILLBURY FORD MERCURY PRICE MSRP...... $22,104 MERCURY PRICE MSRP...... $43,995 Employee Price ...... $20,095 Millbury Ford Mercury Discount -$7,000 $ Additional Discount...... -$100 $ * Rebate ...... -$2,000 34,995 Rebate ...... -$4,000* 15,995 2009 FORD FOCUS 2008 FORD EDGE SEL AWD Example #3875FS Example #3891C MILLBURY FORD MILLBURY FORD MSRP...... $16,875 MERCURY PRICE MSRP...... $31,185 MERCURY PRICE Employee Price ...... $15,358 $ * Employee Price ...... $28,281 $ * Additional Discount...... -$300 13,058 Additional Discount...... -$500 24,281 Rebate ...... -$2,000* Rebate ...... -$3,500* * Employee pricing plus available on all vehicles except: 2009F150, all hybrids, Mustang Shelby GT500, Chassis/Cutaways. Focus, 2008 F150 & Edge must finance with FMCC, Taxes, title, doc. fees and registration extra. Offer expires 2/2/09. See salesperson for details.

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740 MOTORCYCLES 740 MOTORCYCLES 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 715 AUTO SERVICES 715 AUTO SERVICES 2004 Harley 2007 Suzuki 2002 12x40 Park 1990 Ford 350 2000 Winnebago 1989 Chevy 1500 Davidson Ultra Boulevard 1500cc Model RV Class-C Camper Chieftain Short bed Z71 off road. Two-Tone (Red/Black), DG 50k Miles, Twin Beds In Model 35U $1500 or best offer. D&M Classic (like brand new) on beautiful Call (774)280-2480 5500 miles, $17000. Big Straight Pipes, Gel Seat lot in campground can be Rear. Sleeps 6, Very Good 40k Miles, Loaded, Many Call (508)943-0242 & Stock Seat. Cobra EFI used for a full 6 months (15 Condition. Roof Air, Extras. No Pets/Smoking. Towing & Recycling Programmer, K&N Filter. April-15 October every year) Furnace, Generator, Fully Must See! 2003 Dodge Extra Chrome Pieces Added. Lot paid for until 2097. Paying CASH 2002 Harley Only 1800 Miles Self-Contained. Asking $55,000 Ram 1500 $48,000 With Tow Dolly. 508-269-1710 Extended cab, 4.7L, 4WD, For Your Junk & Unwanted Vehicles $7500 OBO Call Don (508)344-9499 XLH 883 Sportster Ready To Go runs excellent, bed liner. Fully Licensed & Insured 9500 Miles, Crash Bars, 508-892-1550 $8100. $10,900 1994 Winnebago Cars, Trucks and Farm Equipment Wanted Highway Pegs, Saddle Bags, 2001 24 ft. Travel 508-347-3262 Call (508)347-7832 Passenger Pegs & Pillion, 2005 Suzuki C50 34’ Adventurer Call D&M Towing 508-887-3645 Custom Grips. Boulevard Cruiser Camper Trailer Rear Queen With 2007 Chevy 2001 Dodge Excellent Condition 2006 Keystone Aveo-5 Tow Vehicle With TOLL-FREE 1-877-820-2TOW Black/Grey, 300 Miles, All works, call for details! Blue Ox Tow Bar. Dakota Looks & Runs Great. Call from 8am-7:30pm. Inquire at: www.dmtow.com Asking $4500 Mint! Sprinter Travel $35,000 4 Wheel Drive, Extended $4899 Best time to call 508-987-5836 860-617-7335 4pm-7:30pm Trailer Cab One Owner, Mint 508-885-9892 (508)867-6124 31 Feet, New Tires, Well Condition. Fully Loaded! 2000 Harley 508-753-5529 Maintained, Slide-Out, 2001 Bedliner & Cover, Remote 760 VANS/TRUCKS 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT SEASON ENDING SPECIAL! Awning, Ladder. Sleeps 6. Davidson XL883 $5,500 or best offer “Woodland Park” Start, 12 Disc CD, 2004 XL 883 Dual Cam Hitch, TV, AC/Heat. Beautiful Custom Design, Visors, Steps, Electric 1994 Ford F150 CAT D8H Custom $17,500 40’ Park Model Trailer. Windows/Locks/Mirrors, Pearl Blue, Screaming Eagle, 1997 24’ 508-943-8240 XLT 4x4 Xtracab Bulldozer Harley Sliding Glass Door Full Rear Seat. Cable Blade - Power Shift Carb/Pipes, Forward Pegs, Dutchman Pop-Up Entrance, Full Bath, Pickup Drag Bars, Fat Boy Back Rim, $9000 obo Runs Good Davidson Camper 3 Slide-Outs, Sleeps 8 (508)757-5211 Looks Good, Runs 21” Spoked Front Rim. Lots 2000 Kropf 40’ Central Air Excellent! V8, PW, $12,000 Of Chrome Added, 1,493 3400 miles, lots of Model 1007 Winter Insulation Package PL, Cruise, 5-Speed, Miles, Flawless. Park Model (860)928-3477 upgrades, mint Sleeps 6 Paid $47,000 New. Cold A/C. Asking $5800 condition, handles Great Condition. Heat, With 39’x10’ enclosed all 1997 Dodge 860-792-1168 aluminum sun room with Asking $29,995 OBO $2,900 OBO John Deere 450C great. $7200 or best Refrigerator, Stove, Etc. 617-524-6220 Caravan 6-Way Blade. Pins, Bushings, offer. Won’t last long! windows and doors. Ready Good Condition $2700 to move in! Can be 2003 Honda Rollers, Sprockets All In 1998 Harley Call (508)347-8969 413-537-0619 Asking $1500 OBO TRX250 EX ATV Excellent Shape. Engine Has dismantled to move. Many Camper/RV 774-289-1321 Davidson 1989 24’ Terry extras. $24,000. 2001 Coachhouse Runs Great! Looks Great! Been Rebuilt. Great Deal For 1200 Sportster 15,500 miles, Call 727-457-2491 $2100 OBO $8500 100th Anniversary 52k Miles, Completely 1997 Dodge 508-476-7250 excellent condition, Travel Trailer Self-Contained Camper 860-634-0581 registered, many extras! 2003 Harley Excellent Condition, New 1998 Lance Van. Shower, Toilet, Dakota Sport 4x4 $7000 or BO Davidson Battery, Tires, & More. Sink, Stove, Generator, Power everything, 122K Michigan 508-764-8754 883 Hugger, 12k Miles. Receiver & Sway Bars Squire 9800 Auxiliary Batteries, miles, looks good, runs Payloader & Includes Harley Hard Leather Included. Must See To and MORE! good. Rhino spray on 1985 Ford F-600 Truck Camper bedliner. 1994 Harley Bags, Dual Seat, Extra Appreciate. 11’ 3” A/C, electric jacks, 3 Asking $27,000 Box Truck Backhoe Model 75 Chrome, Luggage Rack, MUST SELL! Asking $4000. 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Stored Sleeps 6, Screen & Rain On 1 1/2 Mile Lake, In Odyssey). Runs great, very in heated garage. Fits Ford Beautiful Resort 1988 F-250 clean, everything works. Rebel CMX250C Predator ATV Room On Deck, New Kelly Blue Book says $4100, Excellent Condition, Truck Super Cab. $1100. Campground 2WD, automatic transmis- $2899 Plastic Shed, 3-Burner sion, 300 cubic inch fuel in- but will sell for $3700. Aftermarket Lights, Brand Gas Grill, Deck Funriture, $42,999 508-987-6313 (508)729-9177 508-989-8165 jection, 6 cyl, 75K miles, no Call (508)892-8690 $ New Battery, New Tires, Or Towable With P/Jack. Electric And Kick Start And body rot, runs excellent, 2005 Honda VT750 Many Extras $1075. ROSS RECYCLING Runs Like New. Garage Kept. 1998 Nissan Shadow Spirit Comes With Kids Racing 2002 Citation Best Offer! Coleman Niagra Call (508)779-0216 We Pay More!! Mint Condition, Low Boots & Gloves. 413-433-1479 (774)633-0661 Frontier Pickup A $1600 Value 31Ft. Travel Pop-Up 4 cylinder auto, bedliner, All Scrap Metals, Mileage, Always Garaged. Great Condition! Heat, Pearl Blue/Metallic Silver For $900 FIRM 35’ Park Model 1997 F150 $4700. Cars, Trucks Trailer Inside/Outside Stoves, 4x2, third door, six Call (508)499-6748 Flame, Chrome Backrest. “A REAL MUST SEE”, $13,999. One owner, kept on Slide-Out Dinette, Batteries, Moving, Must Sell! Trailer passenger, V6, 116K, A/C, Asking $4500 OBO site, nice camper, includes Fully equipped, furnished Refrigerator, Inside/Outside 6-CD changer, power Copper Wire, Call 860-792-0506 Call Randy back ladder, spare tire, Shower, Toilet, Lots Of 2003 Silverado 508-765-5097 with 10’x35’ attached windows/locks, tow Appliances... awning, electric jack, sleeps enclosed room. Heated, A/C, Storage. 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Free mini bike condition/needs nothing. with purchase. more details $40,000 includes lot. 2009 1986 Chevrolet 2000 Ford Paid $3200, asking $2200 or assessment and the R.E. Tax 1996 Town & High-top Mini Call David, best offer. C-20 Pickup Windstar LX (508)234-0631 (508)278-7616 or Nice Flat Bed, Cab Painted Country LXI Van Wheelchair Call (508)867-8434 after (508)450-0689 Dual Sliding Doors. Ice Cold 4 Years Ago (Red), No A/C, Tinted Windows, Power 240k Miles, Recent Sticker 5:30pm 2002 Featherlite & Tires. Needs Exhaust. Van Needed 2003 Honda Rust, 155k Miles. Everything. Runs Great! In excellent running 2 Horse Trailer 1988 Skamper Very Good Mileage. $900 OBO CRF-150 Runs Strong. Call 508-943-3812 condition with fully Hardly Used! 1998 Kawasaki Extra high and wide. Rear Pop-Up Camper $2300 $2250 OBO load, front unload, like new. 774-208-3313 Or 508-259-9403 automatic wheel chair lift Paid $3200 750 Xi Sport Jetski Asking $1500 and closing doors. Asking $9500. Well-kept, Immaculate. 413-245-6130 Asking $1800 Firm Two seater, new battery and Call (508)868-2502 508-981-6400 1999 Ford “California” Please leave message (508)987-0557 recently serviced. Excellent Garaged 10 Years And Used (508)764-2807 condition. Includes trailer Infrequently. Sleeps 6. Vinyl F-150 Pickup 1967 F-250 and cover. $2500 or best Pull-Outs In Excellent 115k Miles, Fully Loaded. 1994 Honda VEHICLES FOR PARTS offer. Call (508)234-0252 2005 Fleetwood Condition, Galley-Style 2003 Chevy Extended Cab. 4x4, Capped, Service Truck CBR 600 Kitchen With Stove, Sink, With Hitch. with lumbertack. New Excellent Condition, 24k PaceArrow 37A And Icebox. Furnace And Venture Asking $4500 engine, 6x6x10’ (enclosed). 1968 Dodge Miles. White & Black. 2006 Suzuki Motorhome AC/DC Power Converter 75K miles, in very good 508-765-4808 2-3 Motorcycle Trailer Coronet RT New Chain & Tire. With Battery, Spare Tire condition. 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MERCURY www.millburyfm.com • Rte. 20, Auburn, MA • 508-832-6261 • Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 5pm • Sat 7am - 3pm 8 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ January, 28, 2009 Aut motive Shouldn’t a Truck That Has Won as Many Awards as the 2009 Ford F-150 Turn Heads? BY KEITH GRIFFIN (NHTSA). Earlier last fall, the truck received the “Top Safety Pick” award The very day it was announced that the from the Insurance Institute for Ford F-150 had been named North Highway Safety (IIHS). That award American Truck of the Year, it was sit- means a lot because the F-150 continues ting in my driveway.I couldn’t have been to be a working person’s truck and it’s prouder. Once I cleared off the 4 inches good to know they’ll be safe on the job. of snow that had fallen the night before, As I said, this is a working truck and I took it out for a ride. Ford knows it. The new F-150’s flow- After all, it deserved to be noticed. I through center console is lengthened by wanted to share in the accolades that approximately two inches and is large were sure to come its way on this special enough to stow two or more small laptop day. One woman approached me in a computers. Special ridges are molded parking lot at the local 7-Eleven. Surely into the edges of the bin to accommo- she was a fan – nope she was looking for date file folders. The console also has a money for cigarettes. multi-tiered, removable tray and locks So, I drove it some more. I even drove it to protect valuables. More than 30 stor- from Hartford to Boston and back and age areas are built into the interior, nobody noticed that I was driving the ranging from a bin on the top of the North American Truck of the Year. How instrument panel to a number of small could that be? Simple – this truck didn’t spaces designed to accommodate tools get to where it is because of its looks. It like cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs and got there because love is more than skin gate access cards. The 2009 Ford F-150 is the North American Truck of the Year deep. One feature smaller folks will like is the Ford likes to say the F-150 has a tough Tailgate Step. It is made of high- reassuring 18 miles per gallon for the [email protected]. All queries new exterior highlighted by a dramatic strength steel and is fully integrated week I had it. The EPA rates it at 15-mpg are answered.) three-bar grille, but I stood about 10 feet into the tailgate. To use, one simply low- city and 20-mpg highway.This is a truck away from it at the New England ers the tailgate to the down position and that likes to run, which is my mostly VITAL STATISTICS International Auto Show and never even slides the step out and drops it down highway fuel economy was less than the Wheelbase: 144.5 inches noticed it was the new truck. So, this F- into the step position. A grab handle EPA average. I’m confident my numbers Length: 231.7 inches 150 isn’t going to turn heads. folds up and out of the tailgate to pro- would have matched or exceeded the 20- Width: 78.9 inches Where it will make the old noggin’ swiv- vide extra support when using the mpg mark. Height: 71.5 inches el is inside. The model loaned to me for a Tailgate Step, supporting up to 300 Pricing on the model I drove started at Curb weight: 5067 lbs. week by Ford was the F-150 4x2 pounds. It’s a great feature for people $30,845 and quickly goes north from Engine: 4.6-liter, V8 Supercrew in the XLT trim. The rear who can’t unload items over the sides or there. The final sticker, including a $975 Horsepower: 248 hp seat had enough hip and leg room for even from the rear. destination and delivery charge, was @4,750 rpm three American adults. It was almost There’s also a lot to offer for the recre- $36,540. Most of the extras, like the $395 Torque: 294 lb.-ft. limousine like for the two who got to sit ational owner of a new F-150 who uses it Sync system I could live without (and @ 4,000 rpm back there for a lengthy road trip. for towing. All F-150s come standard didn’t even notice the truck had), but I EPA estimated mpg city/highway: What most impresses me about this with traction control and roll stability am willing to pony up $245 for the 15/20 truck? The F-150 earned the title of control. Both are invaluable in a pickup reverse sensing system and the chrome Base price: $30,845 America’s safest full-size pickup when it truck that can have easily shifting loads sidesteps. Even at 6’1”, I was glad to have As-tested price: $34,465 received 5-star frontal- and 5-star side- and other handling challenges. (The that little extra boost in snowy weather. (before delivery) impact crash test ratings, the highest truck also has a trailer sway control (Questions and comments about this Also consider: Dodge Ram, possible scores from the National built in, too.) review and other automotive concerns Chevy Silverado Highway Traffic Safety Administration Fuel economy from the 4.6-liter V8 was a can be e-mailed to

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