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JOHN STEINBECK Low of 55. www.thewestfieldnews.com VOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 Senate passes 75 cents Economic Development Bond Bill By AMY PORTER Correspondent BOSTON – Late last week, area senators touted the State Senate’s vote to pass a sweeping eco- nomic development bill, including bill author Senator Eric P. Lesser of the First Hampden and Reserved parking for the kids with cars at this drive in Hampshire District. The bond bill boosts support for Massachusetts startups and entrepreneurs, and authorizes targeted investments in infrastructure and worker retraining. APCM transformed into a Drive-In The bill, S. 2625 An Act relative to economic Movies under the stars at the Amelia Park Children’s Museum. The children were challenged to make their own car for this development in the night at the movies. This one of several movies showed Mulan, a Disney Classic, served popcorn and drinks. The children Commonwealth, could either sit in a cardboard car, on a blanket with their family, or just in a chair and enjoy the movie under the stars. See authorizes $75 mil- additional photos Page 8. (Photo by Lynn F. Boscher) lion in competitive grants for technical education and work- force training pro- grams and $200 million in bonds to the MassWorks Infrastructure Program that will support thousands of jobs in economic development and community revitaliza- Deputy Fire tion projects, according to Sen. Lesser’s release. The technical education grants will provide funding for new lab equipment in classrooms across the state, allowing for new programs in Chief discusses robotics and other high-tech vocational fields. The bill also invests in the state’s cultural economy, promoting the arts and tourism industries. “This legislation will nurture and support eco- role with ALS nomic growth in the Berkshires and across western By GREG FITZPATRICK Mass.,” said State Senator Adam G. Hinds of the Correspondent Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin and Hampden dis- SOUTHWICK – Newly appointed Deputy Fire Chief of the trict in his announcement. “It makes key invest- Southwick Fire Department, Richard Stefanowicz has wasted ments in infrastructure, maintains the no time playing a major role in the department. Commonwealth’s economic strength and encour- Before Stefanowicz was hired ages innovation and entrepreneurship.” “Sometimes there’s at a Select Board meeting on During the debate Senator Hinds sponsored and only minutes, June 26, Chief Russ Anderson secured the adoption of several amendments which noted that a major responsibili- sometimes there’s authorize a total of $12 million in capital spending ty for the incoming Deputy Fire authorizations for projects that will encourage eco- only seconds to act Chief would be to lead the nomic development. in order to make a department during the transition These include $75,000 for the Gateway Hilltowns difference on the to ALS (Advanced Life Visitors Center in Chester, a landing point for first- outcome.” Support). time Hilltown visitors, families looking for recre- The move to ALS, originally Deputy Fire Chief Richard Stefanowicz talks about his role with ational opportunities, local businesses seeking a — RICHARD proposed to the Select Board in STEFANOWICZ transitioning Southwick to ALS. (Photo by Greg Fitzpatrick) marketing opportunity, and a resource to spur Deputy Southwick Fire Chief January of 2017, is considered a economic development. The Visitors Center will lengthy process that can last to have advanced cardiac monitoring in an emergency situation. be managed and operated by the Historic Route 20 two or more years until its com- “We can watch what’s happening with the heart very closely,” said Association. pletion. Stefanowicz. The bill also includes an important authorization Currently, the Southwick Fire Department has BLS (Basic The advanced cardiac monitor will also tell them about respiratory for town-owned broadband networks to provide Life Support), which includes EMT’s (Emergency Medical and cardiac issues with the patient. Having access to change treat- internet services to neighboring communities. Technicians) who have the capabilities and tools to address ment, ALS provides medication on scene. A great example is IV This provision, sponsored by Hinds, was includ- medical conditions like a cardiac arrest by using an AED, medication for diabetics, breathing devices, or special medication for ed in the Governor’s economic development bill CPR, or Lucas, a manual CPR device. Advanced Life Support (ALS) gives paramedics the ability See ALS, Page 3 See Economic Development, Page 3 Contest provided ‘once in a lifetime’ experience for Sox fan By LORI SZEPELAK “The Red Sox treated my family with an coleslaw. Stewart also received a one-year Correspondent amazing game,” said Grater. “Mookie Betts supply of Kayem Franks, an official Red Sox WESTFIELD-While T. Daniel Stewart of (Grater’s favorite current player) got us the jersey, tickets to Friday’s Red Sox game, and Manchester, N.H., took the top spot for win with a walk off home run in extra a one night’s stay at Hotel Commonwealth in Kayem’s “Fenway Frank” contest, runner-up innings. This was Mookie Betts first career Kenmore Square. John Grater of Westfield enjoyed the “VIP” walk-off home run. To be able to witness that Grater had concocted “The Dirty Sox” treatment he and his family received by the in person was very special.” recipe, which included French fries, chili, Kayem and Red Sox organizations. Kayem, maker of the Official Frank and cheddar cheese, onion and spicy brown mus- “What a fantastic time we had,” said Sausage of the Boston Red Sox and Fenway tard. As the runner-up he received a cash Grater, noting that Kayem surprised him with Park, challenged fans this spring to craft their prize of $500, one year of Kayem Franks, extra Red Sox tickets so his entire family best Fenway Frank recipes for the annual and a one-night Hotel Commonwealth stay. could attend Friday night’s game. “Create the Next Kayem Fenway Frank” “We were pleased to bring back the con- “We were admitted into Fenway early and competition, now in its sixth year. test, once again challenging our fans to play treated to on-field passes to watch the team During Friday night’s Red Sox game, a small but important role in the Sox’s 2018 during batting practice,” he said. “Right Kayem announced that Stewart will have his season,” said Kayem senior brand manager before the game started we were on field for “The Boston Pork Party” dog sold through- Tony Wrubel in a statement. “Each year, the the contest ceremony.” out Fenway Park for the remainder of the competition is ratcheted up as fans submit Grater added that during the game his fam- season, as well as receive a $1,000 cash their delicious and innovative recipes.” John Grater of Westfield was the runner-up for ily had a private suite and were “treated like prize. The Boston Pork Party is a Kayem Kayem’s sixth annual “Create the Next Kayem VIP’s.” Frank topped with bacon, pulled pork, and See Sox Fan, Page 3 Fenway Frank” contest. (Submitted photo) PAGE 2 - MONDAY, JULY 30, 2018 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Kate Davidson and Jim Hartford Where is The Westfield News? enjoying a trip to Jeff Masciadrelli Alaska for Kate's remembered to bring 60th Birthday! along The Westfield Photo taken in News on a recent Seward, Alaska. business trip to Remember, when Tasmania and you’re traveling Sydney Australia. take a copy of Jeff is standing in The Westfield front of the famous News with you Sydney Opera and show us House. Remember, where you’ve when you’re travel- been. E-mail the ing take a copy of photo with a brief The Westfield News description to with you and show pressreleases@ us where you’ve thewestfieldnews. been. E-mail the com. photo with a brief description to pressreleases@ thewestfieldnews.com. 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High 83F. Tuesday Night, rain showers in the eve- U.S. Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins, ning with scattered thunderstorms arriving overnight. Low 68F. who say it honors not only the lobsters but Lucky Links Day Chance of rain 50%.