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INDEX TOWN Viewpoints 6 Calendar 7 Seniors 9 Reminder Education 10 A TURLEY PUBLICATION ❙ www.turley.com Serving the town of South Hadley www.townreminder.turley.com Sports 12 Camp Pages 14 Public Notices 17 Milestone Coronavirus cancels parade, race Classifieds 18 meals COMMUNITY, 4 By Dalton Zbierski Staff Writer Super Bowl SOUTH HADLEY - All memories throughout the Lenten sea- son, All Saints’ Episcopal Church in South Hadley will be celebrating a milestone. The parish’s Lenten Lunches program is currently in the midst of its 50th year. Every spring, the program donates its proceeds to a lo- cal, regional or international non-profit organization. On SPORTS, 12 account of Lenten Lunch- es, the parish has contribut- Turley Publications photo by Peter Spotts Tigers fall in ed over $100,000 to various Members of the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Committee, award winners, and the Grand Colleen’s Court were causes since 1970. recognized at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 10. quarterfinals The initiative occurs from City officials feared ganizers and city officials to can- to the thousands of people who 11:30a.m. until 1p.m. every cel the March 22 parade, along enjoy the parade and road race Friday during the Lent, and a infection risk for with the road race scheduled for as a family tradition. The parade variety of meatless items are spectators, officers March 21. has been held annually, without featured on the menu. From “As many of you know, over interruption, since 1952. Run- soup, tuna and egg salads to 400,000 people from all over ners from around the world have lobster rolls, lobster salads By Shelby Macri [email protected] the world come to Holyoke for competed in the 10 km road race and lobster Mac ‘n Cheese, it the Road Race and the parade,” each year since 1976. is unlikely that one will leave HOLYOKE - For the first Mayor Alex Morse said on Tues- “I’m really hoping the public a lunch hungry. day. “It would be irresponsible of will understand our decision, and “It is running wonder- time in nearly seven decades, Holyoke won’t celebrate St. us to carry on with these events actually it’s not our, the St. Pat- fully,” said organizer Laura as scheduled.” rick’s Committee, decision, it’s Marsh. “We welcome every- Patrick’s Day with a parade this year. Parade President Marc Joyce the city’s decision for us,” Joyce Worries about the coronavi- acknowledged that the decision Please see MEALS, page 8 rus epidemic have prompted or- will come as a disappointment Please see CANCELED, page 8

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Independent review raps subdivision plan Coronavirus By Walter Hamilton with a board policy instituted after the subdivision, as specified in the WSPD Correspondent company’s previous last-minute re- zoning bylaw. The review also could not presents quests. determine if the excavation was “neces- SOUTH HADLEY – The North Pole The review also stated deficiencies sary” to the plan’s site improvements. Estates subdivision plan “does not meet with a hydrogeological report prepared The review explored alternatives to changing the purpose” of the agricultural zone by O’Reilly, Talbot and Okun (OTO), a the company’s plan to cut down the ele- where it is located, and could cause dan- Springfield engineering consultant hired vation of Dry Brook Hill by up to 55 feet landscape for gerous “impacts on ground water quali- by the company. along the planned Frosty Lane roadway ty,” among other issues, according to an The peer review criticized the OTO in order to match the level of the adja- news coverage independent review of the project. report because it “does not address the cent gravel mine. The 24-page peer review by Weston potential for impacts on groundwater “We believe that there are alterna- To Our Readers, & Sampson, of Reading, reviews storm- quality which may result from other ex- tives to the proposed grade of “Frosty water, transportation, and the definitive isting activities and land use associated Lane” that could reduce the scope of As towns, schools and clubs plan submitted by the applicant, Chicop- with the proposed Development.” the proposed earth removal. Maximum continue to assess the threat posed ee Concrete Services, the operator of a The peer review also states: “Given allowable grades for Type A subdivision by coronavirus, many are making large gravel mine atop the Dry Brook that the thickness of aquifer materials at roads are 9 percent, and the proposed the decision to cancel or postpone Hill primary recharge area for the Dis- the Site is proposed to change with the roadway is below this maximum in all their public events, often with little trict 2 public wells. The review also proposed Development, the impact on locations.” notice. studies hydrogeology of the area that the recharge contribution and mecha- “It is our understanding that the ap- The Town Reminder will inform tracks the movement and quality of the nisms should be addressed by the HAS plicant’s intent in re-grading the site is readers about cancelations when underground water supply. (hydrogeological assessment study) rel- to create a smooth transition from Had- known and when the newspaper’s The review ordered by the Planning ative to the percentage of (water) con- ley Street into the grades at or near the weekly deadline will permit, but Board at the expense of the developer tribution to the Dry Brook Wells,” and bottom of the current sand and gravel readers should be aware of the pos- cites, or calls attention, to the purpose of “This assessment should include pro- extraction pit. This approach will result sibility that events featured in the zoning bylaws regulating the Agricultur- jections of the long-term persistence of in the export of a significant quantity of printed newspaper, including those al Zone where it is located “to promote … contaminants and potential for travel material. While we recognize that this is previewed in stories, briefs and on agriculture, forestry, recreation, and through groundwater.” one way to create a gently sloping site, the calendar page, may be cancelled land conservation, as well as compati- The review also found fault with we recognize that there may be other without enough notice to print an ble open space and rural uses, by siting inconsistencies between the develop- methods of evening the grade, including update. The Town Reminder en- development in a manner that preserves er’s March 2019 preliminary plan that use (of) a cut-and-fill approach with the courages readers to contact event large contiguous tracts of open space showed the layout of lots for the com- material on the site or importing mate- coordinators and organizers to con- and agricultural land.” plete 71-lot build-out and the 9-lot layout rial to the site. An example of one such firm that gatherings are still taking The review was submitted on March of its Phase I plan depicted on the defini- alternative could involve filling in a place before attending. 5, four days before the scheduled con- tive plans submitted in October 2019. portion of the low-lying sand pit area to tinuation Monday of a public hearing on “Many of the lot lines shown for the west by utilizing material excavated the 71-lot subdivision plan. The Plan- initial lots 1-9 do not coincide with any for the construction of Frosty Lane and/ ning Board approved the developer ‘s lot lines for future phases,” the review or the grading of lots closest to Hadley request for a delay at its meeting that found. “This calls into question the va- Street” the review states. night. The board postponed the contin- lidity of lots 4, 5, 8 and 9 as (depicted “We recommend that the Town re- St. Patrick’s uation until March 23. in Phase I) they do not seem to coincide quire the applicant to provide an eval- The review also cites more language with lot lines for future development.” uation of the current design approach continues Lenten in the same bylaw that states: “the pres- Because the project is located in relative to other alternatives to help the ervation of scenic vistas of open land, the Water Supply Protection District town determine whether the current Lunches forestland, the Mount Holyoke Range, (WSPD) as well as the Agricultural design approach strikes an acceptable the Mount Tom Range, and the Con- Zone, the peer review also examined the balance between project feasibility and SOUTH HADLEY – The St. Patrick’s necticut River in this district is a key proposed project’s conformance with the interests of the Town’s Agricultural Church Social Center, located at 30 Main aspect of maintaining South Hadley’s that zone’s regulations. The review ques- Zone,” the review states. St., will be hosting Lenten Lunches be- desired scenic and rural identity.” tioned the necessity and safety of the The review concludes with 21 ad- ginning on Friday, Feb. 28 and ending on The review was submitted on March company’s plan to sell and truck away ditional findings and several additional Friday, April 3. Lunches will take place 5, four days before Monday’s scheduled some half-million cubic yards of sand comments. The review can be found at the church from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. public hearing on the 71-lot subdivision and gravel for “site improvements.” online through the following link: Take out can be ordered by calling 413- plan. The developer requested a post- The review could not advise the https://www.southhadley.org/1010/Had- 427-4823. ponement on Monday morning, but a board on whether the plans for earth ley-Street---Northpole-Estates---2019. The menu will include clam chowder, company representative was required removal are “incidental to and in con- Then, download: Hadley Street - North soup of the day, lobster rolls and salads, to be present for the Planning Board’s nection with” development of site im- Pole Definitive Plan Peer Review 2020- tuna sandwiches and salads, egg salad approval later in the day, in accordance provements necessary for the proposed 03-05.pdf. sandwiches and salads, tuna melt, grilled cheese, small tossed salad, desserts, and soda/coffee/tea/milk. There will also be a “Special of the Week” option made avail- able. Send your stories All profits raised through the lunches and photos to are used for charitable purposes. The So- CASH PAID [email protected] cial Center is handicapped accessible.

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GRANBY - In the span of just 73 days, COVID-19 has gone from being an unknown entity to a force that is disrupt- ing the lives of people across the globe. China first reported the coronavirus on Dec. 31; today it exists on every conti- nent except Antarctica. In the United States, more than 40 states have reported confirmed or pre- sumptive positive cases of COVID-19, Massachusetts being among them. From sporting events to concerts and parades, This illustration, created at the Centers large gatherings are being called off in an for Disease Control and Prevention, unprecedented fashion. reveals ultrastructural morphology Five days a week, millions of students exhibited by coronaviruses. Note the roam the halls of schools throughout the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the country. Considering that athletic events virus, which impart the look of a corona that draw only hundreds of spectators are surrounding the virion, when viewed being cancelled, the safety of students electron microscopically. and staff members in much more dense- ly-populated academic institutions must that have been put in place, maintaining be called into question. a sense of normalcy is being prioritized In the wake of the World Health Or- by the district. Jenks asks that parents be ganization declaring cornonavirus as a “flexible and understanding because [the global pandemic, local school distircts approach to coronavirus] is changing all and area colleges have begun taking pre- the time.” cautionary steps such as moving to on- On March 10, the Commonwealth line studies and closing down campus declared a State of Emergency, joining a activity. number of states who have already done Granby Public Schools is taking a so. Jenks noted that it will take a “com- proactive approach to the outbreak, one munity partnership” to keep everyone that is growing in magnitude each day. Turley Publications courtesy photos from CDC safe and healthy. The district presented the Pandemic Re- through other areas such as cuts in the ment and ongoing management and “Again, with the situation being con- sponse Plan during its March 10 meet- skin and things like that. In order to break maintenance. stantly changing, we will edit this based ing, and Nurse Leader Nancy Jenks the chain of infection, we do hand-wash- While the 2009 H1N1 influenza off of the needs of the district at the time addressed its contents the following ing to prevent those germs from entering shook the United States, coronavirus is and our response. It’s a new disease, and morning. the body if someone is to touch their a different animal. Not since the Span- we’re still learning how to navigate it,” “Our plan has an introduction that ex- face,” said Jenks. ish Influenza of 1918 has the country en- she said. plains what pandemics are, how we re- The district encourages students to countered such a threating pandemic. “If there are high absences or the spond and the different levels. A pandem- wash not only their hands but also “the “In terms of a pandemic, [H1N1] is schools close either based off of the ic is a spread of a new disease that can go fingers, the tops of your hands, between similar [to coronavirus] but not quite. recommendation of the governor or if across several continents or worldwide. the fingers and underneath the nails to With H1N1, we were able to vaccinate that’s decided between the Dept. of Pub- It’s considered to be highly contagious really make sure that you’re getting the individuals. Currently, there’s no treat- lic Health, the Board of Education, the between people and can move rapidly germs off because the coronavirus is liv- ment for corona. That doesn’t mean that schools’ administration team, the local and spread really easily,” she said. ing on surfaces,” said Jenks. there won’t be one in the future, but as Board of Health and our school physi- An emphasis has been placed on The district is following the National of March 11 there isn’t one,” said Jenks. cian,” Jenks continued. wiping down and disinfecting common- Incident Management System, a product In a time of uncertainty, it is import- The action plan that was presented ly-used items such as doorknobs, key- of the Federal Emergency Management ant not to spread fear or facilitate para- on March 10 can be found online at gran- boards, desks and tables. Washing your Agency. NIMS includes five compo- noia. Districts across the state plan to byschoolsma.org. A leadership team will hands is of the utmost importance. nents; preparedness, communications “address infection control” and will act meet daily at 8a.m. on a daily basis to as- “Germs can enter into the body and information management, resource accordingly if the problem worsens. sess available information and formulate through the eyes, nose, mouth and management, command and manage- Even with the necessary precautions a response.

Local legislators lead effort to waive cost sharing associated with coronavirus testing 62 officials sign letter to “With more than 250 residents al- “The situation with COVID-19 is fluid us to ensure that our preparedness and ready in quarantine, Massachusetts must and the Commonwealth’s responses are response is inclusive, and that every Mas- Baker requesting action take every precaution necessary to slow connected, in part, to the federal govern- sachusetts resident is cared for.” the spread of coronavirus,” said Senator ment’s guidance and resources. However The letter also calls for Governor BOSTON — In a letter circulated Lesser. “We are in the midst of a public there are some steps the Commonwealth Baker to outline a series of actions that among colleagues, Senator Eric P. Less- health emergency, and our Common- can take right now to make screening and Massachusetts health insurers are ad- er (D-Longmeadow), Senator Joanne M. wealth cannot allow insurance bills or treatment easier for our constituents, and vised to take that will directly address Comerford (D-Northampton), Represen- costly deductibles to get in the way of I am pleased to join with my colleagues the potential impacts of COVID-19, in- tative Mindy Domb (D-Amherst) and 59 essential testing necessary to stop the in calling on the Governor to take an im- cluding keeping Massachusetts residents other legislators are calling on Governor spread of this virus. Massachusetts must portant step in this direction by waving informed regarding available benefits Charlie Baker to immediately follow in follow the lead of other states and waive these cost sharing requirements.” and responding to consumer inquiries; the footsteps of New York Governor An- insurance fees for coronavirus testing.” “We need to do everything we can offering, where possible, telehealth med- drew M. Cuomo in requiring Massachu- “As the Senate Chair of the Joint Com- to make sure that cost and financial re- ical advice and treatment; mitigating the setts health insurers to waive cost shar- mittee on Public Health, I have an obli- sources are not a barrier to any Massa- harmful impacts of surprise billing; and ing with testing for coronavirus disease gation to do everything I can from a leg- chusetts resident to get testing, care, and preparing insurers to cover the costs if a (COVID-19) including emergency room, islative perspective to protect the health treatment, now and always,” said Rep- COVID-19 immunization should become urgent care and office visits. of our people,” said Senator Comerford. resentative Domb. “COVID-19 compels available.

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Meals to support performing arts SOUTH HADLEY By Dalton Zbierski who has contributed to the event since its “They are all very good,” said Bibeau. MEETINGS Staff Writer establishment. “The fourth, fifth and sixth-grade chorus Adults and teens at or over the age of will be performing. There’s always a real- GRANBY - If you enjoy food and 13 will be charged $16 for tickets, which ly good turnout, and the kids do fabulous support the performance arts, the upcom- cost $8 for children aged five to 12-years- with it. It’s nice to see them be able to be ing Granby Music Benefit Dinner and old. Tickets can be bought online at www. in the spotlight for that moment.” Raffle is an event that is worthy of atten- granbyschoolsma.org. The importance of maintaining the tion. Proceeds from the March 28 “Men Profits will be used to “offset music presence of the performing arts in schools Who Cook” community event at Granby festival fees and transportation, purchase cannot be understated. Not all students Jr. Sr. High School will help to ensure that and maintain music equipment for stu- are suited to join an athletic team; some Granby students are given a platform to dent use, rent theatre lighting and sound rely on extracurricular programs such as Monday, March 16 for creative expression. and purchase supplies and and materials, music and drama to make friends and de- 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Sustainability & The Granby Music Parents Associa- which are no longer provided for in the velop social skills. Energy Commission Meeting, Trustees tion, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, school budget,” as is stated in the event’s “I’m a firm believer that you need mu- Conference Room, South Hadley Pub- will serve as the recipient of the money press release. sic and drama in your schools as much as lic Library, 2 Canal St. raised during the Saturday night gather- An array of food items will be made you need sports,” said Bibeau. “Not ev- ing. The 11th edition of the yearly initia- available throughout the evening. From ery kid is athletic. To me, there should be Tuesday, March 17 tive aims to garner funding for the high appetizers to entrees and side dishes to something for every kid to be involved in 6-8 p.m. – Canal Park Committee, school’s Music and Drama Programs. soups and desserts, attendees can expect because sports, music and drama teaches Trustees Conference Room, South Had- “Every year, we have around 20 men a flavor-filled menu. kids how to get along with others and take ley Public Library, 2 Canal St. and women from the community that Granby Music students will be in at- direction from people.” cook a dish, and they come to the high tendance to offer musical entertainment. The March 28 event will feature a Wednesday, March 18 school at night during the week to cook While Bibeau will be in the kitchen, “Chinese” raffle, also known as a “bas- 7-9 p.m. - Bike-Walk Committee the dish. Then on Saturday, they serve the she’s excited to listen in on each perfor- ket auction.” Winners will be announced meeting, Trustees Conference Room, dish,” said Tammy Bibeau, a volunteer mance. at the end of the evening and need not be South Hadley Public Library, 2 Canal St. present to be awarded a prize. Volunteer cooks are still sought for this Tuesday, March 24 year’s benefit dinner. Individuals looking 7-8 p.m. - Selectboard meeting, Se- SEND US YOUR EVENT PHOTOS to assist that evening are encouraged to lectboard Meeting Room, South Hadley contact Bibeau at 413-883-3587. Town Hall, 116 Main St. Direct from your phone or tablet! The March 28 dinner and raffle will run from 5-7p.m. To contribute to the Wednesday, March 25 Granby Music Parents Association, one 6-8 p.m. - Conservation Commis- Scan QR Code can mail donations to its PO box at the sion meeting, Selectboard Meeting high school, which is located at 385 E Room, South Hadley Town Hall, 116 State St. in Granby. Main St.

Dine out with Gaylord Library Email items to [email protected] SOUTH HADLEY – Support ning, 20 percent of all proceeds re- the Gaylord Memorial Library As- ceived will go toward the support of sociation by joining them for a spe- the Library Association. cial evening meal and fundraiser. Your help is greatly appreciated! Local eatery the Yarde Tavern Come hungry and be ready to or- has graciously offered to host the der some delicious food for a great As a free service for our readers we accept and will Association’s next fundraiser event cause. print when space allows community event photos and TOWN on Monday, March 9. For those who The Yarde Tavern is located at 3 announcements. Just scan the QR code above and send us dine between 5 and 8 p.m. that eve- Hadley St. in South Hadley. your photos and any information. Reminder March 13, 2020 TOWN Reminder Page 5 March happenings at the South Hadley Public Library

SOUTH HADLEY – The South Had- are available on the first floor next to the tion’s Wine, Cheese & Chocolate tasting. time for Q and A so bring your questions. ley Public Library, 2 Canal St., has an- elevator. nounced the following programs for the Get it Done at Gaylord How to Make and Use a Care Map month of March. For more information Spanish Language Conversation Circle March 20 Saturday, March 28 from call 413-538-5045. Saturday, March 21 at 10:30 a.m. A networking and co-working event 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Improve your Spanish language skills for people who are self-employed or work Care mapping is a proven way to gain Children’s Room by meeting local Spanish language and from home and would like more camara- clarity, spark conversations about care, culture lovers for conversation and fun. All derie and accountability. Meet and engage appreciate what is working well, and take Programs levels are welcome. with your community colleagues in this deliberate action. In this 2-hour work- The Clutter Doctor: Unclutter new program series that encourages peo- shop you will learn how to draw an Atlas ONGOING Your Life and Start Living ple who are self-employed or work from CareMap, practice describing your map Toddler Time on Monday mornings at Wednesday, March 25 at 6 p.m. home to meet up and check off their to- to others, and take home ways to learn 10:30 a.m. and Thursday mornings at 10:30 Has clutter taken over in your life? do’s together. This program will be held from your map and use it over time to a.m. Mondays are presented by Bethany. Learn how to manage it, get rid of it and from 1-3:30 p.m. Pre-registration is rec- cultivate an active web of care. Patricia Thursdays are presented by Meg. Both make it never come back! Program by ommended as space is limited to 10. To Boone is a Board Certified Coach, fami- days include stories and an age appropri- the Clutter Doctor – Carleen Eve Fischer. sign up call 413-538-5047 or email alad- ly caregiver, and lifelong learner who ap- ate craft for toddlers and preschoolers. Pre-registration is required to take part. [email protected]. preciates useful tools. She has first-hand experience in the power of CareMaps Babies, toddlers and their grownups Buy Books by the are invited to weekly Rhyme Time on French Language Conversation Circle and is eager to share this tool with our Saturday, March 28 at 10:30 a.m. Bag Sale community. Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Each March 14, 21, and 28 session includes songs, stories and inter- Improve your French language skills by meeting local French language and Whether you like to read them or re- Creative Reuse Craft Club active dance for the youngest patrons. purpose them, the library has got a deal Children ages birth through 5 along culture lovers for conversation and fun. All March 26 from 6-8 p.m. levels are welcome. for you! The Gaylord Memorial Library Join library staff as they repurpose/up- with their parent or caregiver are invit- is having a spring cleaning sale every Sat- ed to playgroup on Wednesdays at 10:30 cycle discarded materials into handmade Vietnam War Veterans urday in March. Come shop the book sale art. The Creative Reuse Craft Club will be a.m. Have fun with stories, songs and and fill a bag for $2 (or BYOB and pay finger plays at circle time. This engag- Day Celebration held monthly on the fourth Thursday from Monday, March 30 at 5:30 p.m. $1). All proceeds benefit the Friends of the 6-8 p.m. Each month a new project will be ing activity is made possible with funding Gaylord Memorial Library. from a Coordinated Family and Commu- South Hadley Falls American Legion offered. No previous craft experience nec- essary. All materials are included and the nity Engagement grant and the Collab- Post 260, South Hadley Sons of the Ameri- Freedom From Psychiatric Drugs orative for Educational Services. This can Legion, South Hadley VFW Post 3104 club is free and open to the public for ages book talk 13 and up. Pre-registration is required. To engaging activity is made possible with and the Western Mass. Combat Wounded Thursday, March 19 from 6-8 p.m. funding from a Coordinated Family and Veterans invite fellow veterans and the sign up call 413-538-5047 or email alad- In this book presentation, local author [email protected]. Community Engagement grant and the public to South Hadley’s Nationa Vietnam Chaya Grossberg will discuss her work War Veterans Day Commemoration at the Collaborative for Educational Services. consulting with people coming off psychi- Mindfulness at the Library Students struggling with Math As- South Hadley Public Library. Doors open atric drugs, what helps them the most, and at 5:30 p.m. with light refreshments fol- First Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. signements can receive help from tutors her other experience working with people Join along for a mindfulness program lowed by veteran speakers and special rec- Yanny and Rainy Wortelboer on Mon- in withdrawal from psych meds. She will presented by Deborah Marshall from the ognition to the honored guests. This event days at 3 p.m. during the Math Home- share wisdom gained from 15 years of pro- Pioneer Valley Shambhala Center. Com- will include a wreath laying and rifle salute work Help Hour. Rainy, a high school fessional experience working non-med- bining meditation exercises with an over- in honor of South Hadley’s residents who honor student, and Yanny will help to ically with people seeking a variety of view of mindfulness practice, participants made the ultimate sacrifice. improve confidence and math skills with alternatives to the mainstream psychiatric will discover how to be fully present and geometry, algebra, and more. Tutoring paradigm. She will also share from her aware of ourselves and surroundings, and continues to be available throughout the personal experience of having withdrawn not overly reactive or overwhelmed by school year. Gaylord Memorial from psychiatric meds herself. There will be what’s going on around us. The Kid Knitters group meets every Thursday from 4-5 p.m. offering partici- Library Activities pants the chance to learn how to knit. Terri Reinhart, assisted by Reisa Alexander, will The Gaylord Memorial Library, lo- instruct children ages 7 to 12. Older kids cated at 47 College St., South Hadley, are welcome too. A supply of yarn will be has announced the following upcom- available to choose from and no pre-regis- ing events. To learn more or to register, tration is needed. please contact Librarian Amber Ladley at 413-538-5047. SAVE THE DATE St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Craft CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Youth participants are invited to join li- Lego Time brary staff on Tuesday, March 17 at 4 p.m. Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. in the craft room where they can celebrate Let your creativity run wild and freely St. Patrick’s Day by making toilet paper construct to your heart’s content with the tube leprechauns. No pre-registration is library’s extensive Lego collection. Ages needed to take part. 12 and under are invited to take part. Monthly Drop In Craft Kids can stop by the Craft Room any Family Frolic Storytime time on Saturday, March 28 between 9:30 Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 11:30 to make paper mosaic birdhous- Songs, rhymes, stories, and games de- es. No pre-registration is needed to take signed to promote early literacy. Appro- part. priate for preschoolers; all ages welcome. Storytime is followed by an open-ended art project. Adult Programs Open Crafts for Kids ONGOING Saturday, March 14 at 10 a.m. Every second Saturday the Gaylord Knitting Group hosts an open craft program for kids of Tuesday nights from 6-8 p.m. All skill all ages! Come on down to the Children’s levels are welcome to attend. Room to create a different craft every Free Amherst Method Writers Group month. All materials will be provided. This CLUES ACROSS 26. Self 2. Silky case spun major scale Held every Friday at 10 a.m. this writ- program is free and open to the public. 1. A team’s best 27. Bengals great by larvae 23. Dark brown er’s group is open to all levels and styles. pitcher 34. Making letters 3. Still in existence timbers of Writers are encouraged to read their writ- Home School Writing Group 4. Designer Jacobs overlap 4. Light, two- tropical trees ing in a supportive environment. This Friday. March 27 at 3:30 p.m. 8. Hip joint 35. Piece of pizza stranded rope 24. We all do it group is led by Linda Rowland-Buckley Come practice your writing skills and 10. A dialect of 36. Illegal drug 5. Wear away 25. Scrounges and Richard Buckley. English 37. Card game 6. Beginnings 26. Unit of energy meet with other homeschoolers. This group 11. Portrays 38. The highest 7. Essence 27. Begin to be is being led by Z, a local high school senior SAVE THE DATE 12. Panic point in the 9. American 28. Midway with experience in both writing groups and 13. The head of a development Standard Code between Color Me Calm: Adult homeschooling. Z will lead students through team 39. Oh, God! for Information northeast and Coloring Group various writing exercises and prompts. Par- 15. High priest 40. Wives (law) Interchange east Monday, March 16 from 2-4 p.m. ticipants will have time to share their writ- 16. League of 41. Monetary unit of 10. Path 29. Distinctive A relaxing afternoon of coloring your ing with the group. The group is open to Legends locale Samoa 12. Repeated tones practice cares away. Coloring pages and utensils children ages 6-12 and will meet monthly 17. Protective folds 42. Supplements 14. Expresses 30. Succulent plants will be provided, or BYOCB (Bring Your on the last Friday of the month. To sign up 18. Treats allergies with difficulty surprise 31. Performer Own Coloring Book). Coffee, tea and a please call 413-538-5047 or email Amber 21. Voodoo spirits 43. Valentine’s Day 15. Monetary unit of 32. Gas station term snack will be available. Ladley at [email protected]. 22. Single unit color Burma 33. Required 23. Unit of 17. When you hope 34. Soviet monetary Coffee and Femitude Book Group measurement CLUES DOWN to get there unit Wednesday, March 18 at 6:30 p.m. Adult Programs 24. Brew 1. Warm climate 19. Brighten 36. Eating house Book: “The Handmaids Tale” by Mar- 25. Burundian franc tree or shrub 20. Fifth note of a garet Atwood and article read: “A Cham- Save the Date! Saturday, June 6, 2020 pion of her Sex” by Nellie Bly. Copies for Gaylord Memorial Library Associa- ANSWERS ON PAGE 9 Page 6 TOWN Reminder March 13, 2020 Opinion

EDITOR’S DESK A QUOTE of NOTE Celebrating “ With the situation being constantly “changing, we will edit ‘Maple Month’ this based off of the needs of the district arch is commonly known in the ag- at the time and our ricultural community as “Maple response. It’s a new MMonth.” The Massachusetts Farm disease, and we’re Bureau Federation encourages consumers to still learning how to visit their local maple sugar shack and indulge navigate it. in a maple treat. In addition to the month-long celebration, the Massachusetts Maple Produc- Granby Schools Nurse Leader” ers Association will host Maple Weekend on Nancy Jenks From the article: “Schools March 21 to 22. During this time, sugarhouses proactively approach coronavirus” across the commonwealth will host demonstra- tions, tours and tastings. In addition, restaurants will be featuring items made with pure Massa- chusetts maple syrup. OPINION PAGE/ Massachusetts is home to more than 250 sugarhouses. People may visit http://massmaple. LETTERS POLICY org/directory.phpto to locate one near them. Letters to the Ed- Maple syrup is not only a sign that spring itor have a maximum is near, but also the first “crop” of the season. of 350 words. We re- Native Americans and early settlers to the quire writers to include “New World” tapped maple trees, collected their name, address and phone number in order the sap and boiled it down to get maple syr- LETTER TO THE EDITOR for our office to authen- up or maple sugar. Pure white sugar, a staple ticate authorship prior of our diet, was a very rare treat in the 1700s to publication. Address- and 1800s. Maple syrup was a more available Teacher layoffs leave a gap in the es and phone numbers sweetener. In addition, maple syrup contains are not published. trace amounts of minerals such as potassium heart of the classroom Unsigned or anony- and zinc. mous letters will NOT The process of making sap into syrup is an To the Editor: ness and pain that they were going through. be published. interesting endeavor and something that an in- I felt the need to give back the hope and pos- We reserve the right dividual or a family can do on a small scale I’m in sixth grade with many spectac- itivity that they have always shown me. The to edit or withhold any without all the fancy equipment the commercial ular teachers. These teachers create a safe kids that had made them laugh everyday and submissions. Libelous, environment where I’m supported and help the hilarious announcement jokes would not unsubstantiated allega- maple syrup producer needs. The larger produc- tions, personal attacks ers use plastic taps and tubing to run the sap by me get through the little twists and turns in be heard again. There will always be a gap my social and academic life. They challenge left in everyone’s heart with the teachers that or defamation of char- gravity from the tapped maple trees to a collec- acter are not allowed. tion vat where the sap is pumped into tanks on a and teach me new information that changes we made such strong bonds with. These are Deadline for submis- truck. The sap is then transported to the sugar- the way I see my surroundings. The teachers only a few of the teachers that are very spe- sions is Wednesday at house and put into an evaporator where the sap is that I have are amazing, intellectual and are cial to me. noon. boiled to form the syrup. The syrup, when ready, always there to help their students. As a 12-year-old I am not always taken Please email (pre- is filtered cooled and put into jars, cans or plas- This past week was tough with heart- seriously by adults, but I hope that you will ferred) letters to town- tic jugs for sale. Some producers still use metal breaking news that the very teachers that I take the time and effort to spread the word [email protected]. buckets with lids that hang from the metal spout mentioned above that were so supportive of this situation. As my teachers told me the Mailed letters can be tapped snugly into the tree. The lids keep rain, are being laid off next year. If nothing is smallest acts can have the biggest impact. sent to Town Reminder, snow and debris out of the sap. Other producers done, they will not be returning back to this So, I am writing this from the depth of my 24 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069. use plastic taps and tubing to run the sap into school. The teachers, like Mrs. Burke, my heart, speaking up, in the hopes that many large plastic jugs. English Language Arts teacher, who taught more find their voice on this issue. Thank An easy method that recycles plastic milk me how to spell spontaneous and Mr. Tem- you! jugs works well for a small family harvest and is ple, my Social Studies teacher, who taught inexpensive. The handle of the jug is cut in two me how to say King Nebuchadnezzar. When Allison Fleury spots to fit the spout and to hold the jug to the I looked in their eyes today, I saw the sad- South Hadley TOWN spout hook. The lid is kept on the jug to keep Reminder out precipitation and debris. The Town Reminder is Sap usually starts running in late Febru- published every Friday by Turley ary or early March. When the nights are be- GUEST COLUMN Publications, Inc., 24 Water low freezing and the days are mild, sap starts St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. to flow. The tree should be at least 10 inches Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. in diameter and in good health to be tapped. Springing ahead in Daylight Saving Time A large pan can be used to “boil” or evaporate hen Daylight Saving take an hour away?” overheard PATRICK H. TURLEY the sap into syrup. It takes about 10 gallons of CEO Time arrived early last at breakfast time Mumble Grum- sap to make one quart of syrup. This should be Sunday morning, it was KEITH TURLEY done outdoors as the steam can do damage to W bles. President protocol to put our clocks ahead “I’m not late for school. The wallpaper and woodwork in the house. A side one hour. Did you really “Spring EDITOR burner on an outdoor gas grill works fine or a ahead?” car clock’s wrong.” Wyatt Aloisio pit with a smoke stack can be made using con- It’s not Monday morning al- [email protected] During this 2020 Leap Year, crete blocks for a wood fire. People traveling ready-- is it?” especially with that added an ex- STAFF WRITER through rural areas will most likely see all or “What’s the REAL time?” Dalton Zbierski tra day added to the natural cal- most of the above mentioned collection meth- “Daylight Savings Time-Why [email protected] ods. endar, did you jump for joy about are they saving it, and where do ADVERTISING SALES For a real treat, try making your own ma- the time change? Or, like many of By Joan E. B. Maureen McGarrett Hall they keep it?” proclaimed by Mr. ple syrup sometime or just buy some locally- us, did the next morning find you Coombs [email protected] Anonymous. produced maple syrup. Maple syrup is great measuring out extra scoops of SPORTS EDITOR “Spring Ahead”, is a mnemonic phrase on pancakes or used in baked beans or winter coffee grounds into the morning-blend brew Greg Scibelli squash. Three quarters of a cup of maple syrup that helps us to remember when Daylight [email protected] maker? (And, then, of course, you added is equal to one cup of sugar. Saving Time marches ahead. “Fall behind” SOCIAL MEDIA several scoops of an energy-burst sweetener, In the words of Jackie Gleason, “How sweet is another axiom that helps us to remind instead of using one teaspoon.) it is.” when Daylight Savings Time retreats toward One wonders if across our earth’s North- @ Town Reminder autumn and winter months. ern Hemispher gazillions of clock changers WEB “Losing an hour’s sleep means that get- climbed their walls in an hourly exercise? www.townreminder.turley.com PEOPLE/MILESTONE NEWS ting up in the morning is often a matter of Were they able to run, like clockwork-- from As a free service for our readers, we will print all births, mind over mattress. Gaining an hour of day- room to room pushing all time-measuring weddings, engagements, milestone anniversaries, major light, in an evening, is always a matter of en- instruments one hour ahead? Sometimes, birthdays, military achievements, honors and awards. We joying hours of extended twilight,” says me. have a “people news” form available for you to submit these changing clocks, in a home, a school, a busi- Some may feel that our “Spring forward” listings. This material is provided to us by our readers and lo- ness, in a timely manner doesn’t always hap- www.turley.com has sprung. Winter weighed in. Our bounce- cal institutions and we do not charge to print this content. pen. Turley Publications, Inc. cannot per-ounce of energy was totally depleted assume liability for the loss of For more information, or to submit people or milestone news We can only imagine the conversations for the Town Reminder, please email [email protected]. during this extra Leap Year day plunge. Take photographs or other materials after losing an hour’s sleep. Or, do we have submitted for publication. courage. Springing ahead in Daylight Sav- to imagine? Materials will not be returned ing Time happens only once a year. Until except upon specific request “Our days aren’t long enough. Why when submitted. fall. Then it’s autumn-matic. March 13, 2020 TOWN Reminder Page 7 Just A Reminder

of flat portions and a few moderate and by and show your support with a gift of an Easter Breakfast from 8-11 a.m. at SAVE THE DATE steep steady ascents and descents. Being non-perishable food items. For more in- the legion hall located at 74 Pleasant in good physical condition to handle the formation please contact Granby To Go St. For $5 enjoy a breakfast meal and FRIDAY, MARCH 13 terrain is necessary. Walking poles would Manager Judy Delong at 413-467-7104 for $3 each attending kids will have MARSHAL MANIA CONCERT: be beneficial for those who are comfort- ext. 5200 or email granbytogo@granby- the chance to have their picture taken At the Wherehouse?, 109 Lyman St., able using them. Meet at 12:45 p.m. at schoolsma.net. with the Easter Bunny and receive a gift Holyoke, 8 p.m. (doors open 6:30). The the trail’s dedicated parking lot on Rt. 47/ treat. Sighs will headline this fundraiser for the Hadley Street (located on the left at the SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade, with bottom of the hill just past the Town Ath- CRAFT FAIR: The Granby Preser- SPRING FASHION SHOW: The Holyoke’s own Ed Jackowski as the open- letic Fields and Town Garden). vation Society will be holding a craft fair Little Black Dress of Connecticut will ing act. Tickets are $20 per person at Jef- from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. inside Kellogg Hall, provide women’s fashions of all sizes and [email protected] or 413-530-3944, MONDAY, MARCH 16 250 State Street, Granby, MA. The fair styles to the Immaculate Heart of Mary or marshalmania2020.brownpapertickets. FLY FISHING EXPO: The Western will feature a variety wonderful crafters Parish’s Spring Fashion Show and Lun- com. Massachusetts Fly Fishermen Club will displaying their talents. For more infor- cheon beginning at 11 a.m. The cost of host the 2020 Fly Fishing Expo from 6:30 mation visit granbypreservationsociety. attendance is $7 per person and the parish SATURDAY, MARCH 14 to 9 p.m. at the Ludlow Elks Lodge, lo- org. is located at 256 State St. in Granby. For BOSTON FLOWER SHOW: A bus cated at 69 Chapin St. in Ludlow. Expert more information or tickets, call Gail Roy trip to visit the Boston Flower Show is fishing guides, fly fishing equipment man- MEN WHO COOK: The 12th an- at 413-467-7175 or Carol Zebrowski at planned for March 14. Transportation, ufacturers and dealers, state wildlife ex- nual Men Who Cook Dinner and Raffle, 413-467-6938. driver gratuity, and entrance to the show perts and various other exhibitors will be benifitting music programs and the Drama is included in the $45 fee, to be prepaid in on hand to answer questions, demonstrate Club at the Granby Jr. Sr. High School, PVPA’S GOT TALENT: The Friends advance. The bus departs at 8 a.m. from fly tying and sell gear. Guest speaker Dan will take place from 5-7 p.m. at the Jr. Sr. of Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter 135 Memorial Ave. in West Springfield Trela will give a presentation beginning High School. Featuring an assortment of Public School are pleased to present “PV- (Pet Supplies parking lot). Upon arrival at 7:30 p.m. Raffle opportunities will also cooks and a variety of dinner meals, the PA’s Got Talent”, taking place beginning at 10 a.m., attendees are free to tour the be made available to attendees. The cost evening will include entertainment and at 7 p.m. at the PVPA’s main stage theater show. Lunch and dinner will be done on to attend is $7 with children age 12 and a raffle drawing. Pre-pay online at www. at 15 Mulligan Dr., South Hadley. The your own. The bus departs from Boston under are admitted for free. tinyurl.com/gmpamenwhocook or make show will feature performance groups to return home at 6 p.m. For reservations, phone reservations by calling 413-244- comprised of current students, alumni, please call Patti Bessette at 413-459-0494 THURSDAY, MARCH 19 4930. Ticket costs are $16 and $8 for chil- faculty and family performing for a panel or email [email protected]. Proceeds BUSINESS AFTER 5: The next dren and will also be sold at the door the of judges in the hopes of winning super- raised from the trip are to benefit the West South Hadley Granby Chamber of Com- evening of the event while supplies last. lative awards, celebrating, and honoring Springfield Boys & Girls Club. merce Business After 5 event will take talent itself. The show will also include place at Johnny’s Tap Room Bar & Grill, MONDAY, MARCH 30 two celebrity guest acts and a silent auc- IRISH NIGHT: The Irish Night fund- 19 College St. in South Hadley, from 5 to VETERANS DAY CELEBRA- tion. Tickets are $15 general admission raiser event will take place at the Knights 7 p.m. The cost to attend is $10 in advance TION: South Hadley Falls American and $10 for Students/Alumni/Seniors/ of Columbus Hall, located at 460 Granby by contacting the chamber or $15 at the Legion Post 260, South Hadley Sons of Veterans. For tickets or info please call Rd. in Chicopee beginning at 5:30 p.m. door. The Business After 5 Events are an the American Legion, South Hadley VFW 413-552-1580. Featuring a performance by Desmond opportunity to promote and grow local Post 3104 and the Western Mass. Combat Burke & Friends. Tickets are $45 per per- businesses/organizations by networking Wounded Veterans invite fellow veterans SUNDAY, APRIL 26 son. All tickets will be submitted into a amongst fellow Chamber members and and the public to South Hadley’s Nationa DAFFODIL RUN: Taking place on drawing for a trip to Ireland (participants potential new Chamber members in atten- Vietnam War Veterans Day Commemora- the Amherst Town Common beginning need not be present at the event to win). dance. There will be a cash bar and light tion at the South Hadley Public Library. at 10 a.m. The Daffodil Run is a celebra- For more information, please contact Jac- appetizers available. At the end of the Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with light re- tion of the strength of young people, Big ki Reardon, 413-536-7732 (leave a mes- event, please feel free to stay for dinner freshments followed by vertan speakers Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs, sage) or email [email protected]. and enjoy half-price pizza! and special recognition to the honored and the community. The event includes a guests. This event will include a wreath 10K run and 5K run/walk, with courses SUNDAY, MARCH 15 laying and rifle salute in honor of South that showcase the 50,000 daffodils plant- SATURDAY, MARCH 21 GUIDED TREK: The South Had- Hadley’s residents who made the ultimate ed in celebration of the Town of Am- GRANBY TO GO: From 8 a.m. - 12 ley Bike-Walk Committee invites the sacrifice. herst’s 250th anniversary. Both courses p.m. at the Granby Jr. Sr. High School public to join them for a guided trek of are USATF certified. Featuring addition- back parking lot at 385 East State St. lo- the improved forest trail at the Bachelor SATURDAY, APRIL 4 al activities for all age cals will be given the opportunity to sup- Brook-Stony Brook Conservation area. EASTER BREAKFAST: Granby port hungry students in need through a The dirt and leaf-lined trail is almost two American Legion Post 266 will host miles roundtrip in length and consists food drive hosted by Granby To Go. Stop

CALENDAR POLICY Bachelor Brook Forest Trail guided Our calendar section is intended to only promote free events or those directly benefiting a non-profit organization. Events charging the public do not qualify. Entries must be submitted trek rings in the spring on March 15 in a Word document. No PDFs or flyers. Listings should only include time, date, location, brief activity explanation and contact info. Submit entries at least one week in advance of SOUTH HADLEY - On Sunday, March parking lot on Rt. 47/Hadley Street (located the event. The deadline to submit calendar items is Wednesday at noon. Email entries to 15 at 1 p.m., the South Hadley Bike-Walk on the left at the bottom of the hill just past [email protected]. Committee invites the public on a guided the Town Athletic Fields and Town Garden). trek to explore the improved forest trail of the From there, the trail will be walked in its en- Bachelor Brook-Stony Brook Conservation tirety to the R2R Loop Trail with a return to Area. This forest trail, which also connects the parking lot. Wear weather-appropriate Support the local LOCAL to the River-To-Range (R2R) Loop Trail, has clothing and safe footwear (be prepared for been reconfigured and provides a more ro- wet, muddy, slippery conditions), and bring businesses that bust hiking experience for this trail network. water. Post-trek, please join BWC members support your This trek had been originally scheduled for for light refreshments and socializing in the local newspaper. IS KNOCKING this past December, but was cancelled due to parking lot. inclement weather conditions. Non-enjoyable or hazardous inclement Let them know you STAFF WRITER The dirt and leaf-lined trail is almost two weather/conditions will force a cancellation. saw their ad in the POSITION miles roundtrip in length and consists of If cancelled, a Community News alert will flat portions and a few moderate and steep be posted on South Hadley Town’s website Town Turley Publications is seeking an energetic person to fill the steady ascents and descents. Being in good at southhadleyma.gov. position of staff writer for two of its weekly publications: the physical condition to handle the terrain is For more information/questions, email Reminder Ware River News, which covers Ware, Hardwick and Warren, and necessary. Walking poles would be bene- [email protected] or visit the Quaboag Current, which covers the Brookfields, Sturbridge ficial for those who are comfortable using us on our town website page at southhad- and New Braintree.This full-time position is based in our Ware them. ley.org/bikewalk. A map of the trail can be office at 80 Main St. The successful candidate will have strong Meet at 12:45 p.m. at the trail’s dedicated downloaded from BWC’s web page. community journalism skills or the enthusiasm to develop them. NOTICE The staff writer will cover municipal meetings, features ERRORS: Each advertis- and general news; essentially everything that unfolds in small er is requested to check towns. Assignments will be for both newspapers as well as other DPW announces yard waste curbside their advertisement the companywide publications. first time it appears. Qualifications should include: collection spring dates This paper will not be • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience responsible for more • Own camera and photography experience preferred • Enthusiasm for community journalism SOUTH HADLEY – Curbside col- Eligible yard waste for collection will than one corrected in- lection of paper bags and open top con- include leaves, grass and brush. No plas- • Ability to write clean copy in a fast-paced environment sertion, nor will be li- tainters of yard waste will take place this tic bags. Homeowners are asked to keep able for any error in Please email resume and three writing samples directly to year from Monday, April 27 through Fri- yard waste barrels separate and apart Eileen Kennedy Managing Editor at [email protected]. day, May 22. Containers must be curb- from trash barrels. an advertisement to a side by 7 a.m. on designated collection For questions please contact the greater extent than the days for residents. Each route will have South Hadley DPW by calling 413-538- cost of the space occu- 2 collections and brush must be tied 5033. More information is available pied by the item in the in bundles (no metal) of no more than online at the DPW’s webpage on www. advertisement. www.turley.com 4-foot lengths. southhadleyma.gov. Page 8 TOWN Reminder March 13, 2020

MEALS from page 1 body, we’re very cheerful and hope that ev- eryone has a good time. If someone’s hav- ing a bad day, we hope that we can make them smile.” Over a dozen volunteers bring life to each edition of Lenten Lunches. Marilyn Gass has participated in the program since its establishment 50 years ago and credits the community for the multi-generational success. “It’s the people; we’ve had wonder- ful support from our neighbors. The word seems to get out when people come to town. There’s a sense of connectedness that comes through the broader communi- ty,” she said. Turley Publications Staff Photos by Dalton Zbierski Gass noted that it is important to recog- Mary Alice Osgood has been participating in the Lenten nize the contributions of the late Barbara A group of volunteers takes a break from working diligently to pose for Lunches program at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Aubrey, who established the program in a picture at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in South Hadley on March 6 South Hadley since its establishment in 1970. 1970 and served as its organizer for de- cades after. sustainable right there,” said Wallace. new facility hosts Lenten Lunches, the The Rev. Tanya Wallace, the parish’s “There are three women right here who original recipes are still in play. More im- Rector since 2009, has long been amazed have been here the whole time, and then of portant than the the money that is collect- by the commitment and dedication that is course other people have come and gone; ed, however, is the sense of community that put on display by the volunteers each year. we remember the ones who have gone so continues to prevail. “For folks like that to come together fondly and beautifully but we also wel- “Community is fluid,” said Wallace. and make a difference, that’s something come in new folks as they come.” “Yes, all the money goes to outreach, but I Jean O’Connor is among the wom- think that the original idea was more about en mentioned by Wallace that have lent a fellowship more than anything else. People hand for five decades. While preparing the coming together to do something good to- lunches can be an arduous task, it is one gether, and this congregation is a group of that she has greatly enjoyed over the years. the kindest and most caring people I know.” “We go home exhausted, but every day For more information regarding Lent- is a good day,” said O’Connor, reminisc- en Lunches, and to view a menu, one can ing on the early days of Lenten Lunches. “I visit allsaintsallwelcome.org. think that when we started we had a great neighborhood around here; we were all friends. I can picture the line in the old hall Organizer Laura Marsh poses with Bruce “The Soup Man” during the March 6 All Saints’ Episcopal Church in South going out to the street because they were all edition of Lenten Lunches at All Saints’ Hadley has held Lenten Lunches on a neighbors and friends.” Episcopal Church in South Hadley. yearly basis since 1970. Today, not much has changed. While a

CANCELED from page 1 colleen and her court, just hours after the difficult decision was made to cancel the said. “I respect that decision, and we have parade. [had] a wonderful working relationship “Little did any of us know when we with the city of Holyoke for years. We un- as City Council started this tribute five derstand that this was a decision that had years ago that one day we would host the to be made, and we’ll make the best of it longest St. Patrick’s parade in the com- going forward.” monwealth right here in City Hall, but The decision was made in a meeting here we are,” quipped Ward 3 Councilor on Tuesday morning, March 10, as the David Bartley. “This is just a chance for Mayor’s Emergency Management Ad- us of Irish descent, and for all Holyokers, visory Council met to discuss potential to offer a small token of thanks to the pa- health risks at the two well-attended an- rade president, the Parade Committee, the nual events. The council consists of the grand marshal, the JFK Award winner, Fire Chief Jeffrey Przekopowski, Police other award honorees and the colleens, Chief Manny Febo, Board of Health Di- including the grand colleen. Each of you rector Sean Gonsalves, and others. Joyce have offered so much and we the mem- Turley Publications photos by Peter Spotts John Driscoll, grand marshal for what also attended the meeting, to hear city of- bers of the City Council want to reiterate Ronald Dietrich, who has served 60 years would have been the 69th annual ficials’ concerns and discuss the steps that what all of our constituents feel by a sim- with the Holyoke Auxiliary Police on the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade, receives a parade organizers were planning to take ple ‘thank you.’” parade route, was honored with a City City Council proclamation from Parade to keep spectators and participants safe. Holyoke is not the only place in New Council proclamation. President Mark Joyce. Parade officials had also been scheduled England to cancel its parade. At the time to make a presentation to the city’s Board then those few infect half the department. memorial ceremony and Mass on Satur- of Tuesday’s announcement, Boston, of Health on March 12. With so many visitors lining the streets day, the Bishop’s reception at the Log Hartford and New Haven, among others, “This meeting was scheduled for of Holyoke, it’s typical to have 30 to 50 Cabin on Saturday night, and the Ambas- had canceled their celebrations, and later Thursday night, and I was going to ex- percent of the city’s police personnel on sador’s Breakfast at the Senior Center on in the week Worcester canceled its. New plain to everybody the steps that we have duty at the parade. The Fire Department Sunday morning. York City also announced it would post- taken, as the Parade Committee, to try also supplies first responders to the pa- Several parade officials and honorees pone its parade, though no makeup date and combat this virus,” Joyce said on rade route to ensure the safety of attend- gathered on Tuesday night, as the City has been set. Tuesday. “But after more information ees. If all of those officers were exposed Council honored the Holyoke Caledo- and listening to all the professionals here to coronavirus, it could cripple the city’s nian Pipe Band, members of the Parade Staff writer Peter Spotts contributed today, there’s no question in my mind, ability to keep itself safe in the following Committee, the award winners, Grand to this report. unfortunately, that the right decision is to days and weeks. Marshal John Driscoll, and the grand cancel the parade and road race.” “As fire chief, my number one priority In the end, the prospect of lining Holy- is protecting our first responders, protect- oke’s downtown streets with revelers ing the citizens of Holyoke, and all the standing shoulder-to-shoulder for hours guests that enter the city.” Przekopowski simply did not make sense at a time when said. “Supply chains have been dimin- Gov. Charlie Baker has declared a state ished throughout the country, due to the of emergency and public health officials spread. It’s one of the main reasons why, around the world are urging people to as a public safety official, the cancellation cancel unnecessary travel and stay away of the event was done.” from large crowds. Morse also mentioned that there’s “It’s the standpoint of the Board of now a limited supply of personal protec- Health that one of the most pressing con- tive equipment — such as gloves, masks, cerns of parade weekend is large amounts hand sanitizer, and more — and recog- of people that are enclosed in small spac- nized the impact it has on the ability of es,” Gonsalves said. “The CDC guide- the Fire Department to assign its officers lines have specified that social distancing, to a potentially risky duty. with an ideal distance of about 6 feet, can “In speaking with our emergency re- help to reduce the spread of respiratory sponders, I share their concerns regarding droplets.” limited personal protective equipment,” One of the reasons given for canceling Morse said, “and I join them in calling on the events is the potential effect of a dis- the state to do whatever is necessary to ease outbreak on Holyoke’s public safety increase the availability of supplies to our personnel. first responders.” From left, Grand Colleen Moira McDermott, and court members Emily Couture, Haley Febo said he had concerns about ex- Joyce said as of Tuesday, other St. Dusseault, and Patricia Haradon, receive proclamations from Parade President Mark posing all the resources of the department Patrick’s Committee events were on track Joyce and City Council President Todd McGee. Not pictured is court member Natalie and possibly having a few people get sick, to be held as expected, including the JFK Mayko. March 13, 2020 TOWN Reminder Page 9 Seniors

SOUTH HADLEY COUNCIL ON AGING

SOUTH HADLEY – The South Had- bag Games. 10:30 a.m. Healthy Bones medical appointments are $1.25 each a.m. and hosted with Tricia from Care ley Council on Aging is temporarily locat- and Balance (free). 1 p.m. Bridge, Canas- way. Must schedule rides 24hr/advance. One. No experience necessary to make ed at St. Theresa’s Parish Hall at 9 East ta, Cribbage, Knitting. call 538-5042 for reservations. something beautiful. This program is free Parkview Drive. Call 413-538-5042 for The Memory Cafe will be on hiatus to attend but registration is required in ad- more information about their services and until June 2020. vance. Please call 538-5042 by Monday, activities. Hours of operation are Monday GROUPS Sand for Seniors is still available to March 23 to register. through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. South Hadley senior residents through the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support South Hadley TRIAD. During the win- Thursday, March 26 Group: First and third Thursday of the ter stairs and walkways become slippery Fraud Prevention: Held at 10:30 LUNCH IS SERVED month at 10 a.m., free with ice and snow. A bucket of sand will a.m. with the Attorney’s TRIAD Director. The Food Bank of Western Mass be provided to your home by calling 538- In this informational session, Learn what Monday through Friday, Served at Brown Bag Program will be held the 5042. you can do to prevent fraud playing an in- 12 p.m. Call 413-538-5042 to RSVP for third Tuesday of the month from 10-11 Due to a shortage in personnel, AARP teractive, multiple choice, Senior Savvy lunch at least 24 hour in advance. Sug- a.m. in Room 3. Call Ann at 538-5042 will no longer offer free tax preparation to Trivia Game. It’s a fun way to learn about gested donation for lunch is $2.25 for ext. 206 for further questions. low-and moderate income older adult tax- topics to prevent fraud, such as common 60 and older. Guests under 60 charged Medical appointment transporta- payers age 60 and older at the COA. Qual- phone, email and internet scams, elder $6, per federal regulations. The monthly tion: Call Ann, 538-5042, free. ifying residents are encouraged to contact law, adult protective services and con- Birthday/Anniversary lunch will be held Veteran’s Support group: Second the Belchertown COA at 323-0420, the sumer issues. on Thursday, March 26. Thursday of the month, 10 to 11 a.m., Holyoke COA at 322-5625 or the Chi- free. copee COA at 534-3698 to schedule and Low vision group: Call Ann, 538- appointment with an AARP Tax Preparer. ONGOING DAILY ACTIVITIES 5042. The Friends meet the 2nd Tuesday of Western New England University: SHINE/Medicare: Contact the each month at 4 p.m at St. Theresa’s Par- Starting on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. Mondays: 8-10 a.m., Cornhole & SHINE main office located on Roosevelt, ish. All are ages are welcome to attend to to noon the COA will host several doc- Beanbag Games. 9 a.m., Gentle Yoga with Springfield or call directly at 413-750- learn more about all the great work of the toral students from Western New En- Michele. 10 a.m., Tai Chi ($3), Music Ap- 2893; or call Medicare at 1-800-633-4227 Friends You don’t need to be a Senior to gland University for an 8-week intern- preciation (free). 1 p.m., Color Me Calm for more information. For South Hadley join and to become a volunteer! (first and third Mondays of month), Mah- residents only. ship. Students will assist with the COA’s jong, Pinochle and Canasta. Book Club: Monthly meetings the Census Campaign, lead workshops and Tuesdays: 9 a.m., Big Y Shopping second Wednesday of the month. UPCOMING activities and meet with new members. Trip. Call 538-5042 for more info and Community Nurse Visits: Second to sign up. 9 a.m., Newsletter Collating Thursday of the month, 12-2 p.m. Avail- Wednesday, March 18 COA Nutrition Program The South (Feb. 25 & March 24), Foot Nurse (By able for drop-in visits for blood pressure Occupational Therapy: With West- Hadley COA is not a Title III-C Nutrition appt.). 10 a.m., Begining Excercise. 10:30 checks and other health concerns. ern New England University Professors Site. HMOW lunches are prepared and de- a.m., Ava the Dog visits. 1 p.m., afternoon Mike Salemi and Erin Murray at 11:30 livered by WestMass Elder-Care through movie, Bingo. a.m. Therapists will talk about the bene- the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Wednesdays: 9 a.m., Mini-bus to Me- NOTICES fits of Occupational Therapy while aging Lunch is served in the dining room at 12:15 morial Drive for shopping. Call 538-5042 in place with the help of caregivers. p.m. Please contact the Senior Center by 1 for more info and to sign up, Gentle Yoga The South Hadley COA has moved p.m. the day before to reserve your meal. with Michele (Starts March 11). 9:15 and will be temporarily located in St. Thursday, March 19 a.m., Dance Class with Loryn. 10:30 a.m. Theresa’s Parish Hall at 9 East Parkview Corned Beef & Cabbage Luncheon: Healthy Bones & Balance (free). 12-1:30 Drive. Follow signs to the COA entrance. Featuring entertainment by Irish Step TRAVEL GROUP TRIPS p.m., Travel Club. 1 p.m., Pitch, Mahjong. Fuel Assistance for the 2019/2020 Dancers and music from the Do Re Me 3 p.m., Book Club (1st Wednesday of the season may be available to qualifying Chorus, raffles, and a visit from the Grand March 26, 2020: “Always a Brides- month). residents in need. Please contact Ann at Colleen and her court. Lunch will be ca- made”, a hilarious comedy at the Seven Thursdays: 9:30 a.m., Water Col- 538-5042 ext. 206 for an appointment to tered by Loomis Communities of South Angels Theatre, Waterbury, Connecticut. or Class ($3). 10 a.m., Begining Excer- learn more. Hadley, $5 per person. The Luncheon Package includes: transportation, lun- cise, Travel Club. 10:15 a.m., Seated and Transportation for South Hadley starts at 11 a.m. cheon and show. Cost $105 per person. Standing Yoga ($3). 1 p.m., Chip Poker, Residents: To and from the South Had- Call Susan Canedy at 413-536-2106 to Quilting, Scrabble. ley Senior Center is only $0.75 each way. Wednesday, March 25 make reservations. Fridays: 8-10 a.m., Cornhole & Bean- In town pharmacy, grocery shopping & Silk Scarf Painting: Starting at 10

CROSSWORD ANSWERS GRANBY COUNCIL ON AGING NOTICE GRANBY – All activities take place ERRORS: Each advertis- at the Granby Senior Center, located at DAILY ACTIVITIES Monday, March 16: 10 a.m. – er is requested to check 10 West State St. (467-3239) and are free their advertisement the unless otherwise noted. The COA is open Healthy Bones & Balance; 12 p.m. – Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch, Chicken w/orange glaze; 1 p.m. first time it appears. No membership is required to take part – Michigan Rummy. Tuesday, March 17: 9 a.m. – SHINE This paper will not be in the activities/events. Anyone over 55 responsible for more years of age is welcomed. by appt.; 10 a.m. – Easy Country Fitness; Lunch is served daily at 12 p.m. Res- 11:30 a.m. - Homecare Talk; 12 p.m. – St. than one corrected in- ervations should be made by noon the Patrick’s Day luncheon, corned beef & cabbage; 12:30 p.m. – Quilting/Needle sertion, nor will be li- previous day you wish to attend. The sug- able for any error in gested donation is $2.25. Anyone over 60 work. years of age is eligible. Call the Senior Wednesday, March 18: 9:15 a.m. – an advertisement to a Center to make your reservation. Trans- COA board meeting; 10 a.m. – Gardening Club; 12 p.m. – Lunch, lasagna & meat greater extent than the portation is available to Granby residents cost of the space occu- for $1 round trip. loaf; 1 p.m. – Progressive Rummy. Transportation is available Monday Thursday, March 19: 9 a.m. – Foot pied by the item in the Care by appt.; 10 a.m. – Healthy Bones & through Friday for Granby residents. This advertisement. includes lunch, medical, activities and Balance; 11:15 a.m. – Narcan Demonstra- shopping. We travel to Springfield, Holy- tion; 11:30 a.m. – Blood Pressure clinic; oke, Northampton, Florence, Chicopee 12 p.m. – Lunch, sliced pork. and all towns surrounding Granby. The Friday, March 20: 10 a.m. – Easy Outreach Worker is available Wednesday Country Fitness; 12 p.m. – Lunch, salmon and Thursday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. w/dill sauce; 1 p.m. – Ballroom Dancing, BUSINESS The S.H.I.N.E. Counselor is avail- $5. able by appointment. Please contact the Senior Center for assistance. Please re- FRIEND’S OF Turley Publications is liberal with regard to its business coverage polices, but we do have some standards member the Food Pantry is always look- folks need to understand. First, local businesses and merchants are just as much institutions in our towns as ing for donations of protein products, like GRANBY’S ELDERLY the library and schools. Without them, there are no towns. eggs, fish and chicken. The Food Pantry is closed during Foot Care appointments March 28, 2020: Mohegan Sun Casino We will feature coverage of local businesses that are new, have a major expansion, moving, closing, until 1 p.m. Trip, 8 a.m. under new management or ownership, celebrating a milestone anniversary, or have been thrust into the news realm. Merchants can request that coverage through the editor, or for our existing advertising clients, through their ad representatives. Have Something to Share? For more information on business coverage for the Town Reminder, please email [email protected]. Send your stories and photos to [email protected] Page 10 TOWN Reminder March 13, 2020 Education Plains School Kindergarten registration next week SOUTH HADLEY – The Plains Ele- to come pick up the paperwork needed Parents and gaurdians are asked to Children are eligible for Kinder- mentary School has announced the start to fill out for your child’s registration. bring the following documents to com- garten if they will be 5 years old on or of registrations for Kindergarten and Students need not be in attendance to re- plete their child’s registration: before Aug. 31, 2020. Children will Grade 1 students new to the South Had- ceive the packets. -A completed registration packet are eligible for Grade 1 if they will be ley Schools for the 2020-2021 school Registration dates for this year will -Birth certificate 6-years-old on or before Aug. 31, 2020 year. be on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednes- -Current immunixation and Physical or have successfully completed a State A packet pickup night will take place day, April 8 with two sessions on both forms approved Kindergarten program. on Wednesday, March 18 from 6-7 p.m. days from 9-11 a.m. and from 1-2 p.m. -Proof of residencey, inclduing 2 cur- For questions or further information at the school, located at 267 Granby Rd. A Wednesday evening only session will rent utility bills (electric, cable, water/ please call 413-538-5068. in South Hadley. Parents are requested take place from 6-7:30 p.m. sewer, phone)

Rep. Carey, Mass Cultural Council announce creative St. John the Baptist learning grants for local schools School now accepted Representative Daniel R. Carey opportunity to partner with our vibrant supporting 174 cultural partners from the fall 2020 Kindergarten joins the Massachusetts Cultural Coun- creative community is fantastic. Creat- Berkshires to Boston.” cil in announcing grant funding to eight ing rich cultural learning experiences is Mosier Elementary School in South registration schools in the Second Hampshire Dis- so important for our students.” Hadley received a $5,000 award for trict through the FY20 Stars Residency Carey represents the Second Hamp- From Page to Stage, a program support- LUDLOW - St. John the Baptist Award. The Stars Residency Award sup- shire District of Easthampton, Hadley, ing comprehensive literacy through the School is now accepting applications ports three-day plus in-school residen- South Hadley, and Precinct Two in Gran- arts. From Page to Stage will integrate for students wishing to enroll in the cies in the arts, by. He is a member of the Legislature’s arts in Grade 2 and Grade 4 classrooms fall of 2020 in Grades K to 8. Children sciences, and humanities with a cul- Joint Committee on Education. with Maya Rivera from Enchanted Cir- must be 5 years old by Sept. 1 to reg- tural partner. Schools in Easthampton, “Due to the steadfast support of the cle Theater. An ister for Kindergarten. South Hadley, and Granby received State Legislature and an increase in the award of $1,800 will go to East If you are interested in a Prin- grants ranging from $1,800 to $5,000. Agency’s operating budget, Mass Cultur- Meadow School in Granby for the Chain cipal’s tour of the school or would “I’m so excited that these resourc- al Council invested more than $1 million Reaction Machines in the Classroom like more information, please call us es are coming to our schools to support into STARS in FY20,” said Anita Walk- program. Chain Reaction Machines al- at 583-8550 or visit the St. John the creative learning,” said Representative er, Executive Director, Mass Cultural lows students to solve challenging, col- Baptist School website (www.sjblud- Carey. “The collaboration between the Council. “As a result, today we are cele- laborative physical science tasks through low.org) and click on “Admissions/ Mass Cultural Council and the wonder- brating 283 awards – 39 more than a year trial and error with Katie Koerten of the Scholarships”. ful local educators who recognized this ago – serving almost 30,000 students and Hitchcock Center for the Environment.

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Southern New Hampshire Benjamin M’Sadoques, of Granby, is a 3.5 through 3.64 are awarded honors. has been named to its Dean’s List for Fall member of the class of 2021 majoring in Caitlin Murphy, of South Hadley, earn- 2019. SENIOR LIVING? University SENIOR LIVING? computer science. ing Highest Honors and majoring in Social MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE Kate O’Neill, of South Hadley, is a Work. Grove City College - It is with great pleasure that Southern member of the class of 2021 majoring in Luke Zuchowski, of South Hadley, GROVE CITY, PENNSYLVANIA - New Hampshire University congratulates civil engineering. earning Honors and majoring in Environ- The followingWartime local students were Veterans names and surviving spouses the following local students on being John Parenteau, of South Hadley, is a mental Engineering. to the Dean’s list for the Fall 2019 semester named to the fall 2019 Dean’s List. member of the class of 2023 majoring in Kayleigh Hynek, of South Hadley, at Grove City College. Students eligible for Eligibility for the Dean’s List requires civil engineering. earning Highest Honors and majoring in the Dean’s List have a GPA of 3.40 to may3.59; be eligible for that a student accumulate an academic Griffen Spincken, of South Hadley, is a Social Work. for the Dean’s List with Distinction a GPA grade point average (GPA) of 3.5-3.699 member of the class of 2020 majoring in of 3.60 to 3.84 and for the Dean’s List with and earn 12 credits for the semester. electrical and computer engineering. Northeastern University HOW WILLBOSTON YOU - Northeastern PAY University FOR is High Distinction a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0. Nicholas Gaston, of South Hadley. Kate O’Neill, of South Hadley, a mem- Noah Gould, a senior$14,736 Economics ma- - $27,192* pleased to recognize those students who $14,736 - $27,192* Leo Couture, of South Hadley. ber of the class of 2021 majoring in civil jor, was named to the Dean’s List with Dis- Tabitha Collins, of Granby, has been engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Insti- distinguish themselves academically during the course of the school year. The follow- tinction. Noah is a tax-free2016 graduate of Ho annual- income from the named to Southern New Hampshire Uni- tute, was a member of a student team that meschool and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. versity’s fall 2019 President’s List. Eligi- recently completed an intense, hands-on ing local students were recently named to the university’s Dean’s List for the Fall Robert Gould (Aimee)Department from Granby. of Veterans Affairs. bility for the President’s List requires that research project through the WPI project Sam Gould, a freshmanDepartment Conservation of Veterans Affairs. a student accumulate an academic grade center in Cape SENIORTown, South Africa. The semester, which LIVING? ended in Dec. 2019. To achieve the dean’s list distinction, students Biology major, was*Benefi named tot amount the Dean’s is determined by the VA based on eligibility point average (GPA) of 3.7-4.0 and earn 12 project was titled Alternative Building List with Distinction. Sam is a 2019 gradu- credits for the semester. Technologies. In their project summary, must carry a full program of at least four courses, have a quality point average of 3.5 ate of Homeschool and is the son of Mr. and the students wrote,Wartime “This project aimed Veterans to and survivingHOW WILL spousesMrs. Robert YOU Gould (Aimee) PAY from FOR Granby. SEE BELOW Coastal Carolina University assist the City of Cape Town Department or greater out of a possible 4.0 and carry of Human Settlements in implementing al- no single grade lower than a C- during the New York Institute FOR EVENT DETAILS CONWAY, SOUTH CAROLINA - Ga- ternative building technologies in Breakingmay course be of their eligible college career. forEach student brielle Schwalm, of South Hadley, earned a New Ground housing projects.” receives a letter of commendation and con- of Technology Bachelor of Science in Business Adminis- gratulation from their SENIORcollege dean. OLD WESTBURY, LIVING? 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[email protected] @turleysports acebook.com/turleysports SPORTS A TURLEY PUBLICATION ❙ www.turley.com SEND US YOUR SPORTS SUBMISSIONS www.sports.turley.com Tigers fall in quarterfinals SOUTH HADLEY – The South Hadley High School girls basketball team was defeated 73- 41 on Feb. 27 at Hamp- shire Regional. The No. 7 Tigers defeated Ma- har in the opening round to reach the semifinals. Paige Marjanski led the team with 16 points and Olivia Marion had 12 points for the Tigers, who finish the season 10-12.

Olivia Marion sends a long pass toward the sideline.

Meghan Carey drives toward the basket.

Photos by Kara Walsh Bridget Sears angles toward the basket Paige Marjanski makes a free throw Katelyn Walas holds the ball high as she looks to pass. looking to make a layup. attempt. Granby edged by Duggan in first round State tournament going By Chris Drosehn Sports Correspondent on as scheduled

The Granby boys varsity basketball experienced a heart- breaking loss in the first round of the Western Mass Division 4 tournament. Heading into the contest, Granby was the lower seed, sitting at the ninth seed. The team would rally together and come within two points of the eighth seeded John J. Duggan Academy at Putnam Vocational in a Springfield on Tuesday. The final heartbreaking score was 60- File photo 58 in favor of Duggan. The game The Minnechaug Regional High School girls basketball team was proved to be a fight to the end, in action earlier this week as the MIAA State Tournament went on just as the seeding would suggest as scheduled. it should have been. Even though the seeding was be held, and some schools have close, the game itself didn’t look Road Race even taken action. like it was going to be as close as cancelled At nearby Amherst College, the seeds would suggest. Granby Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Ryan Gaughan stops as he runs students are not reporting back Steven Torres, Jr. makes his way managed only eight points in the into traffic heading down the to campus following spring down the court. court. By Gregory A. Scibelli first quarter and Duggan was all [email protected] break next week, and spring over the Granby defense with 21 expected to take care of the ball score 16 points while holding sports have been cancelled at points of their own. didn’t and that’s what dictated Duggan to nine points during REGION – While the coro- the school. “You can’t turn the ball over. the score.” that quarter. Granby was able to navirus has set forth a lot of Smith College is also not That’s what gave them the big Granby made it clear that come within four points at the panic over events that include bringing students back next lead and that’s what gave them they were not going to go quiet- end of the first half, a score of large gatherings of people in week, and their sports could the lead in the end,” said Gran- ly into the night. The team took 30-26 in favor of Duggan. major cities, it has started to also be in jeopardy. Several by head coach Tim Sheehan. control of the second quarter and Heading into the third quar- affect the sports world here in other area schools are currently “We took care of the basketball settled down. They handled the ter, Granby really took control Western Massachusetts. discussing the situation, includ- in the second and third quarters ball well and stopped the bleed- Local schools and college ing Westfield State University. and then we were really loose ing that had occurred in the first Please see GRANBY BOYS, have begun considering wheth- with the ball. Some guys you quarter. The team was able to page 11 er or not sporting events should Please see EVENTS, page 13 March 13, 2020 TOWN Reminder Page 13 Calderon, Smith-Antuna named to Senior All-Star Game SPRINGFIELD – The Naismith Birthplace of Basketball, we are pleased each division on the boys and girls side achievements on the court, in addition Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame an- to recognize dozens of talented players selected the teams. The players will be to their sportsmanship and character off nounced today the team rosters for the who have excelled throughout their high divided into six teams: two girls teams, the court. 2020 Western Massachusetts Senior school careers in Western Mass,” said two boys teams of Division III and IV The three All-Star Games will be High School All-Star Games. The 2020 John L. Doleva, President and CEO of players and two boys teams of Division held on Thursday, March 19. The first All-Star event will be held on Thursday, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall I and II players. Only graduating seniors game of the evening will feature the March 19 on the Jerry Colangelo Court of Fame. “We invite the local commu- are eligible for the All-Star Games. Ros- Division III and IV boys teams at 5:30 of Dreams at the Hall of Fame. A total nity to come out and support these out- ters can be found in the attached release. p.m., followed by the girls matchup at of 61 players were selected from differ- standing student-athletes.” For the 10th year, the Naismith Me- 7 p.m. The final game of the evening ent divisions within the region to partic- This year, South Hadley will be rep- morial Basketball Hall of Fame will rec- will showcase the Division I and II boys ipate in three games that will showcase resented by Hunter Carey in the boys Di- ognize one boy and one girl as the West- teams at 8:30 p.m. the top seniors in their final high school vision 3 and 4 game. In the girls game, ern Massachusetts Players of the Year. A Tickets for the All-Star games will be contest. Nora Young will be there representing special presentation will be made to the available at the Hall of Fame box office “The Western Mass All-Star game is Granby High School. recipients during halftime. A panel of the night of the event and will be good an annual tradition of great pride for the A committee made up of local coach- local media members selects the award for all three games that evening (Adults: Basketball Hall of Fame. Located in the es and media members that represent winners, who are recognized for their $10, Students: $5).

GRANBY BOYS from page 12 pointing,” Sheehan said. The fourth quarter saw Duggan put T-Birds get much-needed of the game. For Duggan, they had one of Granby on their heels. Despite Breault their most important players in sophomore scoring 14 points in the second half, the Hussein Kabir close to fouling out with his team was undone by easy turnovers and win over Wolf Pack fourth foul being registered early in the inopportune fouls. Julian Chatman for SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield head late in the first period. second half. It gave Granby an opening as Duggan would hit a 3-pointer to give them Thunderbirds (31-27-3-0) outlasted the Despite having all that man-up time, Duggan was forced to play their younger the lead and they never looked back. Hartford Wolf Pack (31-19-6-5) in a spir- the T-Birds could not take advantage of players. Granby received a stellar performance ited Sunday afternoon matinee by a final the power play, and shortly after killing Granby would take advantage of this from sophomore Ryan Gaughan. He count of 4-1 inside the MassMutual Cen- the duration of the penalty to start the and the team rattled off 17 points in the had 13 points along with nine rebounds. ter. second, Ryan Dmowski got Hartford third quarter. The third quarter got under- He paired well with Breault who had 19 At the 6:50 mark of the first, after back even at 3:53 of the middle period off way with Granby sinking three 3-point points overall and one rebound. both teams failed on earlier power play assists from Ty Ronning and Nick Ebert. shots in a row. Two came from sophomore The Granby varsity is in good shape chances, the game devolved into a pow- On a day when the two teams com- Nathan Breault and one came from Senior given the returning players next year. der keg when Ryan Haggerty and Dar- bined for nine successful penalty kills, Mitchell L’Abbee. In total, Granby was They are graduating four seniors, but the ren Raddysh wrestled one another to the the T-Birds finally broke the tie with three able to land five 3-pointers in the third bulk of the work in this tournament game ice. Moments later, every other skater on final period goals. Priskie scooped up his quarter, four from Breault. was done by sophomores. Granby will the ice picked a sparring partner in a no- second point of the night at 6:12 as Dan- “We played with energy. We got our- head into next year looking for a repeat holds-barred brawl. By the time the dust iel Audette found him from the left-wing selves back in and played with fire like of success and a further run into the tour- settled, Vinni Lettieri and Mason Geert- side after a turnover by Hartford in its we needed to. It was just extremely disap- nament. sen of Hartford were ejected, and Brady own zone. Keeper received a similar punishment for With the 2-1 lead in tow into the final Springfield. minutes, Abols added to the lead at 18:15, After the lengthy delay to sort out as a left-circle shot hit the post, then pin- the mess, the T-Birds finally got to the balled in off of Ebert to give Springfield a scoreboard first at 12:40 of the first as 3-1 advantage. Joel Lowry located a loose puck outside Danick Martel, who assisted on the the blue paint and knocked it past Adam Abols goal, then added one of his own Huska as he was falling. Rodrigo Abols with just 34 seconds remaining, his third and Chase Priskie picked up the helpers goal in two games, to round out the scor- to give Springfield the 1-0 lead, which ing. Philippe Desrosiers was magnificent stood into the intermission. in the T-Birds net, stopping 34 of 35 to After he served penalty time from the pick up his 16th win. brawl, Matt Beleskey emerged from the Springfield and Hartford rematch in- box only to land back in the sin bin for side the MassMutual Center on Friday five minutes when he boarded Will Loc- night at 7:05 p.m.

Valley Wheel Baseball looking for new players REGION – The Valley Wheel May. The league is built on comrad- Over-30 Baseball League is seeking ery, fair play, and having a good time new players for the upcoming 2020 with friends. If interested in trying out, season, which is set to begin near the go to www.valleywheelbaseball.com. end of April. The league is seeking The rules of the league and new player Mitchell L’Abbee makes a shot from the Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com players ages 28 and up. Players turning forms can be found on the site. For fur- side. Joshua Hart makes a three-point attempt. 28 this year are eligible. However, only ther information, you can contact the players 30 and older can pitch. The league’s commissioner, Jim Nason at league plays 15 regular season games [email protected] or call him at EVENTS from page 12 the organization that oversees the state’s with games being held mostly on Sun- (413) 433-4308. Tryouts will be tak- high school sports has cancelled the re- days with a couple of weekday games ing place in the early weeks of April, These discussions intensified after minder of the state tournaments for bas- thrown in the mix as well as a special weather permitting, with a draft fol- Gov. Charlie Baker announced more cases ketball, hockey, and other remaining sports Mother’s Day Saturday game in early lowing the tryouts. of the virus had been reported and declared that have competitions. a “State of Emergency” due to the corona- However, the MIAA, which is currently virus. in the midst of holding the state tournament In the college and professional sports games at Worcester State University and world, there have been discussions about TD Garden in Boston, have not cancelled having “empty-arena” or empty-park” games. However, they have made an advi- matches and games, games that would oc- sory that reads: cur without any fans allowed. The NBA “The Massachusetts Interscholastic is also not allowing the media into locker Athletic Association (MIAA) is moving rooms. forward to conduct the Basketball and Locally, the most major impact occurred Hockey Championship games scheduled on Tuesday afternoon when Holyoke May- on March 10-15. In accordance with the or Alex Morse announced the cancellation recommendations from Governor Baker of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and with it, to mitigate COVID-19, we encourage par- the popular St. Patrick’s Road Race, which ticipants, spectators, workers and commu- was set to kick off on Saturday, March 21. nity members to practice good personal The event is cancelled and will not be hygiene. We support the recommendation made up due to the immense amount of for the elderly and those with underly- planning and work with sponsors, public ing health issues to stay away from large safety, sanitation, and other officials needed crowds.” SEND US YOUR SPORTS PHOTOS to make the event happen. MIAA official Roger Bacon, site di- “It’s not something you can just post- rector at Worcester State, said games were pone for a couple of weeks and then make it going smoothly and that officials have been Have you taken photos at a local sports event happen,” a city official said at Morse’s press monitoring the situation closely. conference on Tuesday. State final games are scheduled to be and want to see them published in this paper? The cancellation has brought forth a held Saturday. lot of disbelief and disappointment in the There has been some initial discussions Email your image(s) with description to: amount of disturbance the coronavirus has of spring sports at the high school level, but caused in the past two weeks. no restrictions or modifications have been [email protected] In neighboring Connecticut, the CIAC, announced as of press time. Page 14 TOWN Reminder March 13, 2020

Umass baseball clinics offered Belchertown Reynolds Baseball Clinics @ Earl Lorden event designed to be a blend of skill develop- Field on the Campus of UMass – Registra- ment and an opportunity to showcase one’s Kidz Club tion opens soon! skills in front of the entire staff at UMass. Belchertown Kidz Club Baseball clinics at UMass, operated by This event features instructional and show- is partnering with commu- Head Baseball Coach Matt Reynolds and the case sessions in the morning and a live game nity and families to build coaching staff of UMass, are a great way to in the afternoon. Like our youth clinic, our children's futures. Cre- learn and develop your baseball skills this lunch on campus is included at no additional ative hands on approaches summer! charge! and personalized support Our first summer clinic is a 2-day youth Look for registration soon at http://col- help shape the development clinic designed for players on the little league legebaseballcamps.com/minuteman/ of all of our unique learners diamond (9am-4pm, each day, ages 8-12). Please check out the additional camp/ from Preschool through 6th This clinic is a blend of skills development clinic offerings throughout the year as well! grade. Come grow, learn, and games. Also included is lunch each day Reynolds Baseball can also offer custom- and play with us! in one of UMass’ #1 nationally rated dining ized experiences for youth teams, leagues 4 Stadler Street • 413-323-5439 • Belcher- halls! This is true UMass experience de- and organizations. Please inquire at reyn- [email protected] signed to be both educational and fun! [email protected] Our High School aged clinic is a 1-day

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Belchertown Day School Are you looking for a fun filled way for your child to make lasting friendships this summer? Do you need quality childcare at an affordable price? Is your child looking to broaden their horizons and try new things? Are you looking for an enriching learning ex- perience for your child? Belchertown Summer Fun, a school age program run by Belchertown Day School, has something for everyone! Children will participate in weekly sports, swim- ming, crafts, drama, science, cooking, water play and 4 ONE WEEK SESSIONS STARTING July 13th / AGES 5-12 nature activities. Exciting field trips and special visi- tors will also be offered throughout the summer. Each Now Offering week will have its own unique theme, such as Shark Week, The Great Outdoors, Magical Creatures and TEEN STEM CAMP Escape the Heat! Fridays are extra special dress-up For Ages 13-15 days with lots of fun activities. Children will have the opportunity to try every- Four Themed Weeks $ per Starting July 13th week thing at our program, and then get to pick specific in- 165 terests to build skills on a daily basis. There’s some- thing for everyone at Belchertown Summer Fun! Care is offered from 7:00am until 5:30pm daily. Schedules are flexible. Call Belchertown Day School at (413) 323-8108 for more information. Join us to make an ordinary summer extraordi- nary! Dedicated to Preservation and Environmental Education

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SOUTH HADLEY POLICE LOG

Compiled by Wyatt Aloisio Bridge St. for a report of a verbal argu- rested on Susan Ave. on a warrant charge. Saturday, Feb. 29 [email protected] ment between parties. Police assisted in 7:08 p.m. - Following a motor vehicle qwelling the disturbance. Thursday, Feb. 27 stop conducted on Lamb St., Justin Carl Editor’s note: The following are brief 1:06 p.m. - A 2 car motor vehicle crash 4:53 p.m. - A 2 car motor vehicle crash Letendre, 21, of 4 East St., Ware, was explanations of select entries in the South occurred on Hadley St. No injuries were occurred on Newton St. with minor inju- arrested on charges of resisting arrest, Hadley Police log and arrests for the reported. ries reported. possession of a class A drug, and pos- weeks of Feb. 24 through March 1. The 2:27 p.m. - Police were dispatched to 6:40 p.m. - A 2 car motor vehicle crash session of a dangerous weapon (brass information was provided by Chief Jen- South Hadley High School to investigate occurred at the rotary on Rt. 202 in which knuckles). nifer Gundersen based on review of the an incident that occurred between 2 stu- one vehicle fled the scene. A license plate 7:27 p.m. - A Lawn St. resident spoke detailed log summary. This feature is dents. was recovered by police. The investiga- with police concerning a prevvious inci- designed to provide context and explana- 4:12 p.m. - As a result of a motor ve- tion regarding the incident is ongoing. dent in which their home was egged. tion to some of the calls police respond hicle stop conducted on Bridge St., a driv- 9:32 p.m. - Jacob Jeffrey Pasterczyk, to every day. Mass General Law prohibits er was issued a summons to the Eastern 22, of 188 North Main St., South Hadley, Sunday, March 1 the release of names of those arrested for Hampshire District Court on a charge of was arrested on Bardwell St. on charges 2:29 a.m. - Michele L. Boutin-Gr- domestic incidents. unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. of operating under the influence of liquor zelak, 46, of 540 State St., Belchertown, 6:32 p.m. - A 40-year-old male Chi- (2nd offense) and operating a motor vehi- was arrested on Hartford St. on charges Monday, Feb. 24 copee resident was arrested on Plainville cle with a suspended/revoked license. of negligent operation of a motor vehicle, 12 p.m. - Officers with the department Cir. on a charge of violating an abuse pre- 11:47 p.m. - A Central Ave. resident operating under the influence of liquor conducted a follow up investigation for an vention order. reported to police that they had seen an (2nd offense), disturbing the peace, as- incident that occurred at the Michael E. 6:57 p.m. - A hit-and-run motor vehi- individual on the porch of their home. Po- sault and battery on a police officer, and Smith Middle School. cle crash occurred on Faculty Ln. in which lice arrived and determined the scene to assault. 4:46 p.m. - A 2 car motor vehicle crash a pedestrian was observed being struck by be clear. 11:07 a.m. - As a result of a motor occurred on College St. No injuries were the side mirror of a vehicle by the report- vehicle stop conducted on Granby Rd., reported. ing party. The pedestrian was identified Friday, Feb. 28 a driver was issued a summons to the 6:10 p.m. - As a result of a motor vehi- and police are continuing to investigate. 4:12 p.m. - A motor vehicle crash oc- Eastern Hampshire District Court on a cle stop conducted on Granby Rd., a driv- curred on Granby Rd. in which a vehicle charge of operating with a suspended er was issued a summons to the Eastern Wednesday, Feb. 26 parked in the roadway was struck by an- license. Hampshire District Court on charges of 5:50 p.m. - An resident reported to po- other passing vehicle. The offending vehi- 9:20 p.m. - Marco Flavio Gutwaks, operating an unregistered and uninsured lice that their lawnmower had been stolen cle fled the scene. 64, of 135 Pine Grove Dr., South Hadley, motor vehicle and texting while driving. from their driveway. Police are continuing 7:19 p.m. - Gerard M. Damour, 44, of was arrested on Hartford St. on charges to investigate. 10 Riverboat Village Rd. Apr. #A, South of failure to drive in the right lane, oper- Tuesday, Feb. 25 7:17 p.m. - Raymond John Gagne, 30, Hadley, was arrested on Riverboat Village ating under the influence of liquor, and 1:32 a.m. - Officers were dispatched to of 50 Susan Ave., South Hadley, was ar- Rd. on a warrant charge. negligent operation of a motor vehicle. Public Notices

TOWN OF School Committee will thru Friday, or by appoint- Builders for an addition to should appear at the time and associated site work at SOUTH HADLEY hold a Public Hearing ment. a single-family home, cre- and place designated. 353, 357, 361, and 365 East MASSACHUSETTS regarding the School Any person interest- ation of a patio and asso- Bill DeLuca Street (Map 33 Parcels 11, CONSERVATION Department FY21 Budget: ed or wishing to be heard ciated landscaping, remov- Conservation Chair 28, 29, 30). COMMISSION Monday, March 23,2020 should appear at the time al of an existing shed, 3/13/2020 The meeting will be NOTICE OF 6:00p.m. and place designated. and planting native trees held on Wednesday, PUBLIC HEARING South Hadley High Bill DeLuca and shrubs at 21 North TOWN OF March 25, 2020 at 6:30 The South Hadley School Library Conservation Chair Sycamore Knolls (Map 53 SOUTH HADLEY, p.m. in the Selectboard Conservation Commission Public comment is 3/13/2020 Parcel 39). MASSACHUSETTS Meeting Room in the will hold a public hearing invited at the hearing or The meeting will be CONSERVATION South Hadley Town pursuant to the Wetlands in writing to the School TOWN OF held on Wednesday, COMMISSION Hall, 116 Main Street. Protection Act MGL Department, 116 Main SOUTH HADLEY, March 25, 2020 at 6:00 NOTICE OF A copy of the Request Chapter 131, Section Street, South Hadley, MA MASSACHUSETTS p.m. in the Selectboard PUBLIC MEETING for Determination is on 40 and the South Hadley 01075. CONSERVATION Meeting Room in the The South Hadley file in the Conservation local wetlands bylaw, to Notice also on www. COMMISSION South Hadley Town Conservation Commission Commission office, Room consider a Request for an masspublicnotices.org NOTICE OF Hall, 116 Main Street. will hold a Public Meeting 204, in the Town Hall, and Extension of the Order of 3/13/2020 PUBLIC MEETING A copy of the Request pursuant to the Wetlands is available to the public Conditions # 288-392 filed The South Hadley for Determination is on Protection Act MGL for inspection between the by Hampshire Property TOWN OF Conservation Commission file in the Conservation Chapter 131, Section hours of 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 Management Group for SOUTH HADLEY, will hold a Public Meeting Commission office, Room 40 and the South Hadley P.M. Monday thru Friday, general maintenance activ- MASSACHUSETTS pursuant to the Wetlands 204, in the Town Hall, and Wetlands Bylaw (Chapter or by appointment. ities at the Mill at Stoney CONSERVATION Protection Act MGL is available to the public 240 General Bylaws), Any person interest- Brook at 124 College COMMISSION Chapter 131, Section for inspection between the to consider a Request for ed or wishing to be heard Street (Map 41Parcel 39). NOTICE OF PUBLIC 40 and the South Hadley hours of 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 Determination filed by should appear at the time The hearing will be held MEETING Wetlands Bylaw (Chapter P.M. Monday thru Friday, Val Shvetz of Oak Ridge and place designated. on Wednesday, March The South Hadley 240 General Bylaws), or by appointment. Custom Home Builders, Bill DeLuca 25, 2020 at 6:00 pm in the Conser-vation Commission to consider a Request for Any person interest- Inc. for construction of Conservation Chair Selectboard Meeting Room will hold a Public Meeting Determination filed by Luis ed or wishing to be heard four single-family homes 3/13/2020 of the South Hadley Town pursuant to the Wetlands Hall, 116 Main Street. Protection Act MGL A copy of the Order of Chapter 131, Section APPLIANCE REPAIR PAINTING/PAPERINGTo advertise on this page Conditions is on file in the 40 and the South Hadley call the Town Reminder at Conservation Commission Wetlands Bylaw (Chapter ALLARD APPLIANCE SERVICE PROFESSIONAL WALLCOVERING536-5333 office, Room 204, in the 240 General Bylaws), SERVICESpecializing in refrigerators Quality/Prompt Workmanship Town Hall, and is available to consider a Request for and freezers. All makes. Lowest Rates. 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Woodchips. 3/13/2020 Meeting Room in the South Granby American Legion Licensed. Insured. Experienced. Insured. Free Estimates. Hadley Town Hall, 116 467-9545 TFN 323-4961 TFN 538-7608 PUBLIC HEARING Main Street. A copy of the TFN on Request for Determination ELECTRICIAN TREE SERVICES LUCCHESI TREE SERVICE SCHOOL is on file in the EDGE TREE SERVICE, INC. AND LANDSCAPING DEPARTMENT FY21 Conservation Commission GAGNON ELECTRIC All Types Of Electrical Work. Tree Removal, Trimming, Lot Clearing, Retaining Walls, BUDGET office, Room 204, in the Fully Insured. Land Clearing, Stump Grinding. Mowing, Pruning, In accordance with Town Hall, and is available All Work Fully Guaranteed Fully Insured. Free Estimates. Stump Grinding, Irrigation. Massachusetts General to the public for inspection Free Estimates. Lic. #14960A Peter Edge 532-5764 Insured TFN Laws, Chapter 71, Section between the hours of 8:30 533-8867 TFN www.edgetreeservice.com TFN 534-1002 38N, the South Hadley A.M. to 4:30 P.M. 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Call today for free estimate informed that all dwellings advertising in Submit completed application, resume & cover letter by March 25, 2020 to: MECHANIC WANTED. EXPERI- this newspaper are available on an equal (413)478-4212 opportunity basis. To complain about HR Dept, 488 Chapin St, Ludlow, MA 01056 ENCED in truck & heavy equipment. discrimination call The Department of Must have own tools. APMI, Monson, Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” or [email protected] MA 413-267-4088 toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is Town of Ludlow is an EOE/AA SHARED LIVING- 1-800-927-9275. CASH FOR seeking families to share their JUNK home with individuals with AND REPAIRABLE developmental disabilities. Call 413-734-2493 CARS for more information. 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SOUTH HADLEY – Since his ear- ly childhood MP “Chevy” Cheverette has fostered a liflong love for the game of chess. At the age of 9 he was first ex- posed to the “the game of kings” while visiting a south Miami recreation center. Later, moving from Florida to Greenwich Village in New York City, he recalled vis- the game never deminished. iting the nearby Washington Square Park It comes as no surprise then that years where he watched groups of immigrants later while visiting local brewery, The from Eastern Europe play the game daily. Drunken Rabbit, he found his attention “Watching these guys play the way instantly drawn to several chess and game they did, it considerably upped my way tables located in the brewery’s tap room. of playing from early on,” said Chevy. “I walked in and discovered these In high school he joined the chess club, beautiful game tables they had here to distinguishing himself as a top player and play. I thought that this is such a won- Turley Publications Staff Photos by Wyatt Aloisio competing in tournaments within Florida derful combination and a great opportu- Drunken Rabbit Brewery Co-Owner Dave Smith, Jr. and local MP “Chevy” Cheverette and beyond. As a result, he was provi- nity for people looking to play and meet enjoy a game of chess in the brewery’s tap room area. sionally rated as an expert player by the others who are looking to play too,” said looking to play chess. This has included the El Gringo food truck offers a selec- United States Chess Federation. “There Chevy. having Chevy begin teaching and coach- tion of food options to patrons at select were other players who were better, but Over the past year Chevy and Drunk- ing chess players at the Rabbit over the times during the week. I distinguished myself early on,” said en Rabbit owner, Dave Smith, Jr., have past six months. With the brewery recently moving Chevy. collaborated on efforts to have the “It’s a classic game,” said Dave. When toward local distribution, Dave said that Despite taking a hiatus from chess Drunken Rabbit become a central desti- the brewery first opened its doors at 749A in just two short years the brewery’s from college onward, Chevy’s love for nation within the Pioneer Valley for those New Ludlow Road in late 2017, Smith home on New Ludlow Road. has proven said the game tables were among the first to be an ideal location, drawing visitors additions to the tap room area. “I had from not only South Hadley but Granby, these hopes to be able to look out into the Belchertown, Ludlow, Springfield and tap room and to see folks playing. It’s re- beyond. ally a timeless game that can be enjoyed Hopes are on the horizon for a chess in an atmosphere like the tap room, even tournament at the Rabbit sometime in the when there may be other things going on late spring or early summer, Chevy said at the same time.” he is aiming to spread the word about the Dave recalled learning to play the possibility of regular chess events and game in high school from a teacher who gatherings taking place at the brewery. used the board as a means of teaching as- His goal, he said, was to see the brewery pects of their ciriculum. “You learn the become a hub for those of all ages who means to develop startegy and keeping us enjoy the game while establishing a sys- thinking several steps ahead.” tem wherein players can contact one an- Since the time of its opening the tap other and meet. room has grown in scope to include an “Every time I meet someone for chess, assortment of other entertainment offer- darts and a beer at the Rabbit, they tell me ings including darts, checkers and live that they’ve enjoyed it,” said Chevy. “ I music for patrons while enjoying the know there are lots of people out there brewery’s selection of beers. Along with who would feel comfortable in that envi- brews the likes of “By A Hare,” “Orange ronment as a place to play chess and other The Drunken Rabbit, located at 749A New Ludlow Rd. Fribble,” “Cotton Tail,” and “Jackalope,” games while enjoying a brew.”

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