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Free by request to residents of Webster, Dudley and the Oxfords SEND YOUR NEWS AND PICS TO [email protected] Friday, July 30, 2021 Oxford mourns loss of Dudley Fire Department longtime John Saad receives grant for gear BY JASON BLEAU did receive the grant in though they get paid CORRESPONDENT the amount of $20,000. when they come on calls, tion to many more loved This is a first-time grant. they’re kind of volun- ones and longtime asso- DUDLEY – The Dudley I don’t remember seeing teers so you’re not going ciates in Oxford. Fire Department is cele- it before, but I guess it to buy the gear ahead of A graduate of St. brating receiving a new was a very competitive time obviously. Another Peter’s Central Catholic state grant that will serve grant,” said the Chief. bunch of our gear is get- School and the New a longstanding need, More than 200 towns ting to that age where England School of updating the depart- applied for the funding it’s hitting the ten-year Accounting, both in ment’s fire gear. but only 20 were given mark. Also, some of the Worcester, Saad was a Fire Chief Dean out said Kochanowski. older gear has the PFAS Vietnam-era U.S. Army Kochanowski revealed Dudley received one of in it. That’s been in the veteran and worked to selectmen on July 12 the highest amounts of news too so we’re trying for the Commonwealth that Dudley was not only any community that lob- to get rid of that gear,” of as one of only a handful of bied for the funding. The said the Chief. the area director for recipients of the compet- money will pay for eight Kochanowski conclud- the Department of itive grant but received sets of fire gear which ed saying this new equip- Transitional Assistance one of the largest awards Kochanowski said is a ment will bring the fire in Southbridge for over as well. huge need for the depart- department to between 30 years. Saad was first “A couple months ment. 80 and 90 percent compli- elected to the Oxford ago, I applied for a grant “I’ve gotten some ance with the state and Board of Selectmen in through the Office of new call members and that he was waiting on 1975 and served every Public Safety. Sen. Ryan it’s hard to outfit them news of two more poten- year from that point on Fattman stopped by and because you can’t get tial grants, one of which to help lead his com- visited us at the fire sta- the gear ahead of time. would fund added person- munity into the future. tion to inform us that we They’re on call. Even al if procured He also ran for State Representative in 1980 and chaired Oxford’s 275th Anniversary Oxford selectmen hear Celebration. John Saad Saad was laid to rest with military honors on July 15, but the legacy update on dam project BY JASON BLEAU advocate for all of Oxford he leaves behind in the CORRESPONDENT and has never shied town of Oxford will last BY GUS STEEVES ward. The dam “has been away from speaking on for generation to come. CORRESPONDENT “We do own other abandoned, for all essen- OXFORD – The town of behalf of the needs for “Many people will OXFORD – The town dams that are in disre- tial purposes,” as have Oxford is mourning the the Town. He has been a walk in and out of pub- is one of just a few com- pair,” she said. “So it’d three nearby parcels the loss of one of its longtime truly remarkable public lic service, but only true munities chosen to col- be wonderful to get a dam town will need to take leaders with the passing servant for both the Town leaders leave lasting foot- laborate with the state in that’s completely redone for the work, she added. of Selectman John G. and the Commonwealth. prints in a community a project to rebuild the and will last another 150 She’s planning to have Saad on July 9. He has loved this town that will transcend gen- “high-hazard” Lowes years, as this one has.” DCR representatives Town Manager like no other, and has left erations. Selectman John Pond Dam. The project, being present on the project at Jennifer M. Callahan an indelible mark of pub- Saad was one of those While that was done by the Department a selectmen’s meeting in and Board of Selectman lic service that is indeed leaders who is irreplace- announced a couple of Conservation and September. Chair Dennis Lamarche legendary,” Callahan able in the hearts, minds months back, Town Recreation, includes “It’s really a home run release a joint statement and Lamarche wrote in and culture of Oxford,” Manager Jen Callahan removing and replacing with the design they’re the day of Saad’s death a message to the Oxford Callahan and Lamarche told selectmen last week the whole 70-foot span, talking about,” Callahan praising the work of the Community at large. concluded in their state- the design is now 75 per- including foundation, said. man many nicknamed Flags were directed ment. “We shall all miss cent complete and the dam and sluiceway, and Less optimistic was the “Mr. Oxford,” who in half staff in honor of his gentle charm, car- state plans on shoulder- making the nearby zone fact she described stum- served as a selectman for Saad, who leaves behind ing manner and strong ing the entire $2.4 million a park. She noted DCR bling blocks with the more than 43 years. his wife of 55 years, advocacy for all things cost. The only condition has done borings and soil development of one of the “Through his decades Jeanne H. (deVillers) Oxford.” is that Oxford take own- tests and found no con- Turn To PROJECT page A10 of public service, John Saad, three children five ership of the dam after- tamination. has been a steadfast grandchildren, in addi- Dudley police take part in LEGO Construction Clinic at Shepherd Hill

DUDLEY — This past week, the Dudley Police Department participated in the LEGO Construction Clinic Experience, held at Shepherd Hill Regional High School.

School Resource Officer, Phil Megas, served as an instructor for this program, which was arranged through the Shepherd Hill Athletic Director James Scanlon. Approximately 20 students participated in this program, learning tips and techniques for constructing LEGO kits. They were able to take home the final product. This was a great opportunity to provide a “non-traditional” program for students who enjoy this type of activity.

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The accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. height for them.” Board of Health was curious if other Confirmed fact errors will be corrected in DUDLEY – The Dudley Board of Johnson reached out to Sgt. businesses might be willing to get that a timely manner on page A3. We cannot Health is hoping to start a new yearly Poplawski, who liked the idea noting involved in the new event for the future. run corrections based upon differences of tradition through an annual event to that this is a concept that has been done Sgt. Poplawski also discussed the poten- promote bike safety. many times before and could benefit tial for helmet grants to provide access opinion or unconfirmable facts. We will, Board of Health member Roberta young riders in Dudley by making sure to the safety device for kids who don’t however, print letters to the editor from Johnson and Dudley Police Sgt. Dean their bikes are in good shape and they have them although he had yet to hear area residents who wish to add their com- Poplawski brought forth a proposal are properly educated in safety. back from his contacts about the avail- ments to our news coverage. If you find a during the board’s July 20 meeting to “I think whatever we decide to do, ability of the funding. mistake, please email news@stonebridge- start a new event to help inspire chil- it would be nice to include (the fire Since 2021 is moving fast and the press.news or call (508) 909-4106. During dren to wear helmets and practice safe department), even to have their ambu- school year begins in August, the Board non-business hours, leave a message in the riding habits after witnessing some lance on site, let the kids kind of look of Health agreed that a full-fledged bike editor’s voicemail box. local youths operating without helmets through that a meet some of the people rally probably wouldn’t be in effect over the past few months. who might treat them if ever God forbid until 2022. However, they agreed to set “I thought, wouldn’t it be nice as there’s an accident,” Poplawski said. a tentative date for a smaller version of a board if we, along with the police “My personal opinion: I would try to the event for the afternoon of Sept. 11, department, did some sort of bike safety aim for something to do in September with hopes of getting things started. program, if the kids could bring their even if it’s just a small thing this year. “We want to open it up for every- Annual road bikes here and we had some kind of Then next year plan bigger and plan body. I think maybe we start small, rally outside?” Johnson told her fel- it for August – There are a lot of kids learn from what we need to do better low board members. “Even if they riding around either they don’t have for next year just like we’ve been doing just ran around cones to see that they helmets or they’re just not using them.” for Earth Day. 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Jason Mckay Tantasqua’s Sophie Law attempts to drive to Tantasqua’s Shea Coleman drives to the net while being guarded by the basket for a layup while being guarded by a Grafton defender. Sofia Hillerstrom.

Maggie Johnson of Tantasqua fights with a Grafton player for control over the ball. BY KEN POWERS SPORTS CORRESPONDENT WEBSTER — Trailing by eight points with less than two min- utes to play, the Tantasqua girls’ basketball team staged a spir- ited comeback, cutting its deficit to a single point before falling in the championship game of the annual local summer league, 29-21, to Grafton, at All Saints Academy on Thursday, July 22. For many years, the league has been played at Auburn High School, but after not being held in 2020 because of COVID-19 and the accompanying global coronavirus pandemic, the league was moved to Webster for 2021. The league is expected to return Tantasqua’s Gabby Scanlon drives past a to Auburn High next summer. Grafton defender in an attempt for the hoop. Tantasqua, the top seed, advanced to the final by defeating Kelsie Wotton of Tantasqua attempts to make move past a Grafton eighth-seeded Leicester, 32-21, in a semifinal round game defender. played earlier on July 22. Grafton, the No. 6 seed, punched its ticket to the title game by upsetting fourth-seeded Blackstone Valley Tech, 36-27, in the other semifinal. Tantasqua finished with an 8-2 record while Grafton ended the season 6-5. Tantasqua trailed, 23-15, with 1:40 remaining in the game. With 1:32 to play, Warriors’ sophomore Gabby Scanlon (a team-high eight points) cut the Gators’ lead to six (23-17), by hitting a pair of free throws. With 1:24 left, following a Grafton miss, Tantasqua rising senior Sophie Law (four points), scored on a layup after a left-to-right drive through the lane. Law’s basket pulled Tantasqua to within four points of the lead, 23-19. With 1:06 to play, after a Grafton turnover, Kelsie Wotton, a rising junior for the Warriors, made it a two-point game, 23-21. After a strong drive to the basket, Wotton laid the ball in softly off the glass. Grafton called timeout following the Wotton basket, regrouped, and hit six consecutive free throws, four by Kait Alexis Cutler of Tantasqua tries to steal the Cahill, to seal the victory. Cahill, a soon-to-be senior for the ball from a Grafton opponent. Gators, finished with a game-high 11 points, 10 coming in the second half. Tantasqua was coached in the summer league by Emmy Cherry and Ainsley Way, who along with Madison Varney, would have been seniors on last year’s Warriors’ team, had the team been allowed to play. While Cherry acknowledged that defeating Grafton would have been great, it was not the true focal point of Tantasqua’s summer league season. “Throughout this whole entire summer league the team played tremendous defense,” Cherry said. “But playing in this summer league was more about the players getting to know each other and learning how to play with each other. This summer league was about building for next year.” Tantasqua played its semifinal and final without two rising sophomores, Nicole Vejack and Angelina Reno, who were away on vacation. Way agreed with Cherry about the fact that team bonding was the goal of participating in the summer league. “It’s about getting the girls used to each other. There’s a lot of new, younger girls that are probably going to be on varsity next year, on this team, and a lot of new freshmen, too, who may be on the varsi- ty,” Way said. “It was a great season. It was really fun to coach these girls.” Way is headed to the University of South Carolina to fur- ALMANAC ther her education while Cherry is headed to in Boston, where she is planning on being a member of the Colonels’ women’s basketball team. OPEN TO CLOSE Law spent her spring season participating in track and field. DUDLEY Despite never having thrown the discus before, Law finished DUDLEY TOWN HALL (508) 949-8000 first in the event in both the SWCL meet and the Central Mass. Board of Selectmen (949-8001) championships, and came in fifth in the state meet. She was Monday-Thursday...... 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. pleased the school decided to enter a team in the summer bas- Fridays ...... 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. ketball league. Evening appointments if needed. “Normally we don’t do the summer league, but this summer Note: Office hours are for selectmen’s secretary season was really a lot of fun. There are going to be a lot of new and town administrator. S players on next year’s team, so it was good to play with them electmen do not hold office hours. and get to know them,” Law said. “It was good to be doing some- Town Clerk (949-8004) thing, basketball-wise, this summer. Because of COVID no one Monday-Thursday...... 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. is really in the shape they want to be in.” Thursday nights ...... 5 to 7 p.m. Fridays ...... 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Other teams that took part in the summer league included Northbridge High, David Prouty Regional, Auburn High and DUDLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT (943-4411) Quaboag Regional. Staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week DUDLEY FIRE DEPARTMENT (949-8040) Monday-Sunday...... 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. OXFORD

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BY JASON BLEAU youths operating without bars were straight, the through that a meet some to children as rewards that a full-fledged bike CORRESPONDENT helmets over the past few seats were at the right of the people who might for completing the rally. rally probably wouldn’t months. height for them.” treat them if ever God for- The Board of Health was be in effect until 2022. DUDLEY – The Dudley “I thought, wouldn’t Johnson reached out to bid there’s an accident,” curious if other business- However, they agreed to Board of Health is hoping it be nice as a board if Sgt. Poplawski, who liked Poplawski said. “My per- es might be willing to get set a tentative date for to start a new yearly tra- we, along with the police the idea noting that this sonal opinion: I would that involved in the new a smaller version of the dition through an annu- department, did some is a concept that has been try to aim for something event for the future. Sgt. event for the afternoon of al event to promote bike sort of bike safety pro- done many times before to do in September even Poplawski also discussed Sept. 11, with hopes of get- safety. gram, if the kids could and could benefit young if it’s just a small thing the potential for helmet ting things started. Board of Health mem- bring their bikes here riders in Dudley by mak- this year. Then next year grants to provide access “We want to open it ber Roberta Johnson and and we had some kind of ing sure their bikes are plan bigger and plan it for to the safety device for up for everybody. I think Dudley Police Sgt. Dean rally outside?” Johnson in good shape and they August – There are a lot of kids who don’t have them maybe we start small, Poplawski brought forth told her fellow board are properly educated in kids riding around either although he had yet to learn from what we need a proposal during the members. “Even if they safety. they don’t have helmets hear back from his con- to do better for next year board’s July 20 meeting to just ran around cones to “I think whatever we or they’re just not using tacts about the availabili- just like we’ve been doing start a new event to help see that they understood decide to do, it would be them.” ty of the funding. for Earth Day. Every inspire children to wear how to go and stop, that nice to include (the fire In the past, the sergeant Since 2021 is moving year we expand a little helmets and practice the tires were inflated department), even to have noted that restaurants fast and the school year bit. I definitely think this safe riding habits after properly, that the chains their ambulance on site, like Friendly’s had offered begins in August, the is a great idea,” Roberta witnessing some local were okay, the handle- let the kids kind of look tickets for free ice cream Board of Health agreed Johnson concluded. Date and Country Bank, location planned announce community giving campaign for Out of of the most important goals of our part- cators, and we thank Country Bank yet WORCESTER — Country Bank and nership with the Worcester Red Sox is again for their splendid partnership.” the Worcester Red Sox have announced to find ways for us to collectively give The public is invited to nominate the Darkness a community giving campaign to sup- back to our communities in an impact- a WooStar or Most Valuable Teacher port non-profit leaders throughout the ful and meaningful way. Country Bank by visiting https://www.countrybank. region. is deeply rooted in supporting its com- com/about-us/woostars/ orhttps:// Community To kick off the campaign - dubbed munities and a value that we have www.countrybank.com/personal/ “WooStars,” Country Bank recognized lived by for 171 years. We are delighted youth-accounts/most-valuable-teach- 11 local non-profits at Polar Park to the Worcester Red Sox is equally com- er/ to complete a simple nomination Walk include Springfield based organiza- mitted to supporting its communities. form. tions: Friends of the Homeless, Ronald This campaign rewards those doing the About Country Bank CHARLTON — The Bay Path McDonald House, Christina’s House, life changing work out there,” stated Country Bank is a full-service mutual Practical Nursing Academy Team has and Habitat for Humanity (Springfield/ Shelley Regin, Senior Vice President of community bank serving central and joined a community of people from hun- Worcester), along with Worcester Marketing at Country Bank. western Massachusetts with 14 offic- dreds of cities across the country in based organizations: The United Way, In addition, they have also launched es in Ware, Palmer, West Brookfield, support of the American Foundation Why Me, Sherry’s House, Provision a Most Valuable Teacher (MVT) cam- Brimfield, Belchertown, Wilbraham, for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) with its Ministry, St. John’s Food Pantry for the paign that recognizes the outstanding Ludlow, Leicester, Paxton, Charlton, mission to save lives and bring hope to Poor, and the Boys and Girls Club. Each work teachers do every day to educate and Worcester. Country Bank is a mem- those affected by suicide. non-profit was presented with a $5,000 and support students. Country Bank ber of FDIC, DIF, and the SUM network. This is the second year that check from Paul Scully, President, and has a long-standing Teacher of the Country Bank can be reached at 800-322- the Bay Path Practical Nursing CEO of Country Bank. Representatives Month campaign to support teachers 8233 or online at countrybank.com. Academy Team is supporting AFSP of the non-profits also participated in in the region, so it is exciting to partner About the Worcester Red Sox in #TogetherToFightSuicide cam- a television commercial to support the with the WooSox to make the MVT The Worcester Red Sox are in their paign. Academy Director Gretheline campaign. campaign even more rewarding for the inaugural season, having moved to Bolandrina, DHA, MSN Ed, RN, CRRN Country Bank and the Worcester Red teachers and students. Massachusetts from Rhode Island after is encouraging everyone to join the Sox Foundation will continue the excite- “We are continually inspired by the 50 years as the Pawtucket Red Sox. Bay Path Practical Nursing Academy ment by selecting nine additional recip- unrelenting community outreach of They play at brand new Polar Park, also Team. Registration is free. Bay Path ients. The deadline for nominations is Country Bank,” said WooSox President in its inaugural season, in Worcester’s Practical Nursing Academy alum- Aug. 15. Each winner will also receive Dr. Charles Steinberg. “Our shared resurgent Canal District. They have ni, family members, friends, and col- a $5,000 donation to their non-profit interest in education is leading us played to consistently full houses since leagues are encouraged to get involved. and will be recognized at a presentation to recognize some of our unheralded their debut May 11. Individual participants who raise $150 in Polar Park on September 9, 2021. A heroes—our MVTs, or Most Valuable or more are eligible for an official Out total of $90,000 will be donated this year Teachers. We look forward to shining of the Darkness T-shirt. Simply click through the WooStar campaign. “One the spotlight in the sunlight on our edu- on https://supporting.afsp.org/index. cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.team&te- amID=271960 to get started. All dona- tions are 100 percent tax-deductible and will help bring AFSP one step closer to achieving the goal of reducing the suicide rate by 20% by 2025. The Out of Darkness Community Walk in person, as permitted by state and local guide- lines is scheduled on October 3, 202, at the Natick Town Common, Natick. Check-in/Registration begins at 9 AM, with the event beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at noon. The date and venue are subject to change as AFSP closely mon- itors the CDC, state, and local guide- lines. A statewide virtual option billed as “Celebration of Hope” is scheduled, Saturday, Nov. 6, online with a start time of 10 AM for those not ready to be in-person. Team members Loise Kamero of Worcester and Elizabeth Larson of Webster are excited to participate. “I feel we could raise more,” stated Larson, a team member who also donat- ed. Larson is a 2021 Bay Path Practical Nursing Academy graduate, who, along with Kamero is Mental Health First Aid certified. Larson shared the good vibes and amazement of making the team goal, however, she thinks the team could raise more! She is doing just so by sharing on her Facebook page and encouraging her co-workers to donate. Donations are accepted until Dec. 31. Visit www.afsp.org. 6 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 30, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com Cornerstone Bank donation contributes to success PEARLE L. 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THE DEADLINE to submit letters to the editor and commentaries for next week’s newspaper is Friday at noon. SEND ALL ITEMS to Editor Brendan VIEWPOINTBerube at THE WEBSTER TIMES [email protected] A STONEBRIDGE PRESS WEEKLY NEWSPAPER 25 ELM STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE MA 01550 TEL. (508) 764-4325 FAX (508) 764-8015 www.StonebridgePress.com Jesus the disturber Never “roll “Then the whole do you know FRANK G. CHILINSKI town came out to BEYOND what God thinks? STONEBRIDGE PRESS PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER through” an meet Jesus, and The Church is when they saw THE PEWS clear on its teach- BRENDAN BERUBE him they begged ings about this EDITOR him to leave their BY FR. LUKE A. VERONIS issue. Let’s read intersection neighborhood.” SAINTS CONSTANTINE AND the Bible togeth- I receive traffic (Matthew 8:34) HELEN GREEK ORTHODOX er and see what related questions it says. Let’s often, including CHURCH, WEBSTER It’s hard to imag- see how Jesus the proper way to ine people begging addresses this make a right turn Moon Christ to leave their area. It is difficult issue.” After looking at a few passages at a red traffic sig- to understand why people would ask from the Bible, the young man stopped nal. One area of Jesus to leave them alone, especially me, “OK, I’ve seen enough. I don’t want focus in Dudley is since Jesus Christ only wants to stay to see anymore.” He then proceeded the intersection of madness with us in order to heal us, renew us, to change the subject of conversation. CHIEF S Airport Road and Is what ‘they’ say really true regarding and guide us on a path that leads to an The young man preferred to live in the CORNER West Main Street. the full moon? Do people actually turn abundant life. comfortable darkness and deception of This is very busy, into ‘lunatics?’ We’re not so sure, but his own mind instead of discovering STEVE and many operators science has much to offer on the topic, This encounter with Christ came and accepting the light of truth revealed “roll through” the with the next full moon now literally on to the land of the Gadarenes and met through Jesus Christ and His Church. WOJNAR intersection when the horizon. two men possessed by demons. The turning right onto Some people claim that they become demons understood who Jesus was and There is a story from ancient Greece Airport Road from West Main. This unexplainably moody for a few days or asked Christ not to bother them. Our of a young irresponsible man named is a unique location in some ways, as have trouble sleeping. Some say they Lord desired to save the souls of these Alcibiades, who once said to the great there are two roads and a business experience breakouts or other aches and two children of God, and commanded philosopher Socrates, “Socrates, I hate driveway which intersect in a four-way pains that affect the joints. Typically, the demons to depart, sending them you. Every time I see you, you remind manner. A resident recently had an when people are observed acting slight- into a herd of pigs. The demons obeyed me of what I am and you make me feel issue while making a right turn here. ly less than normal, you will hear the Christ’s command, and as they entered ashamed of myself.” They missed traffic exiting the busi- phrase “it must be the full moon.” the swine, the herd rushed down a steep ness driveway. I was asked to remind Logically, it makes sense that because bank into the sea. The caretakers of Would many of us say the same thing people of the correct way to make these the tides are higher during the full moon the swine ran off into the town to tell to Jesus Christ? Do we want Him to turns and bring this traffic situation phase due to the pull of gravity that our the people what had happened. When depart from us because He disturbs our to the attention of drivers in the area. bodies which are made up of 80% water the people came out, they were upset way of life? Maybe we don’t want to Massachusetts General Laws would experience some sort of side effect that their property had been destroyed! learn more about ourselves and what Chapter 89 Section 8 is the law allowing as well. They were afraid of this man Jesus who life is truly about because we may dis- a right turn, or a left turn in the case of Studies show that tides in large lakes seemed to have authority to do such cover that we have to change our way of a one-way street, at a red traffic signal. undergo minimal tide changes during things. Therefore, they thought it bet- thinking and our way of living. It may Two very important provisions must be the full moon. Tides take place twice ter for Jesus to leave their area because seem much easier and more comfort- observed prior to this movement. First, a day in the ocean, which could mean they were afraid that Jesus might want able to live in ignorance or to live with the vehicle must come to a full and that we would be ‘off center’ twice a day, to change their lives as well a limited knowledge of the Christian complete stop prior to the crosswalk however that isn’t the case from what we faith. or in the location where stopping is currently know according to science. These people weren’t interested that intended at the intersection. An exam- Some myths claim that the full moon Jesus had just saved a lost soul. Instead, We don’t want Jesus to interfere too ple of this is the stop line. Second, the can incite epileptic seizures in people, they were upset that all their precious much with our lives. Yet, the more we driver preparing to turn must yield the however a study in 2004 showed no such property had been destroyed. Maybe open up to Christ and His teachings, right of way to any vehicles or pedestri- connection. they thought Jesus would challenge the the more He will not only challenge ans traveling through the intersection As far as bouts of psychiatric outbursts, way they lived, their worldview and our way of thinking and way of living as directed by the signals. The act one study in 2014 showed an increase of the way they interacted with other peo- but we may discover something new of “rolling” through intersections or a emergency room visits within 24 hours ple. They may have simply not wanted about who we truly are – as His beloved casual glance at traffic is not sufficient of the full moon however a study in 1996 someone to interfere with their lives in children! We may learn that the other, in these locations. Should an accident showed no significant difference. The this way. They didn’t want to under- our neighbor, is also a child of God with occur, it will most often be the fault of term ‘lunatic’ is derived from the word stand how Jesus valued every soul, no whom we have a responsibility. the person making this turn on red. At ‘Luna’ the name of the ancient Roman matter how lost it may seem. the intersection in question, drivers goddess. Aristotle and Hippocrates once We are free to choose. Christ will turning must be aware of any traffic or implied they thought the moon was at If we honestly look at ourselves, are never impose His will upon anyone. pedestrians in the intersection before fault for abnormal behavior. we sometimes like these people who We can ask Jesus to depart from us, to turning. Vehicles can come from a vari- Interesting was the study that took want Christ to leave us alone? Many leave us alone and not to disturb us, and ety of directions, including the business place in Colorado, where research- times Jesus is the Great Disturber of if we do so, He will never force Himself driveway, and most will have the green ers found that the risk for pet injuries our lives but He wants to interfere in upon anyone. Or we can invite Him to light. It is critical to take the extra increased by 23 percent during the full our lives in such a way that it will help come into our lives and change us in moment to stop, look, and proceed only moon phase. Proven is that wild animals us come to know ourselves better, come whatever way He sees fit. Yes, this may when safe to do so. behave differently during the full moon to value our neighbor more, and come be inconvenient and may disturb our In those intersections where there in that the light effects their hunting to discover who God truly is. lives yet it will also show us the path to is a sign prohibiting these turns, there habits. discover life with its deepest meaning, a is generally a good reason. At any As for sleep deprivation, we all know I remember talking with a young rich and abundant life filled with God’s intersection where signals are in place, that before modern times the moon pro- adult who was justifying his lifestyle unconditional love and mercy. studies have been conducted on the vided light during the nighttime hours. and actions to me by saying, “I dis- traffic conditions in that area. These During the full moon, the increased cussed with some friends and we all Remember, Jesus wants to disturb will include vehicular and pedestrian amount of light was said to have wreaked agreed that there is nothing wrong with our lives for only one reason – in order volume, speeds, and crash data. Where havoc on those with bipolar or seizure what we are doing. God does not think to heal us, renew us, and lead us into a there is a high volume of crashes, extra disorders. Many people say they have we are doing anything bad.” deeper relationship with Him and with conditions will be in place to reduce the trouble sleeping during a full moon how- one another. risk. In addition, crosswalks and turn ever no studies have indicated a scientif- “Wait a moment,” I responded, “How arrows are given the appropriate con- ic correlation as of yet. sideration. For example, if there is high As far as myths go, the claim that a pedestrian volume or if a particular full moon increases fertility and births turn arrow will activate at a set time, is as old as time. The truth is that fertil- LETTERS TO THE EDITOR it may be dangerous for right turns on ity methods based on moon phases have red to take place. Often, drivers may proved inconclusive, as did the effect on not pay attention to traffic or people gravitational pull to induce labor. approaching from multiple directions. February is the only month that may Our schools should not be For precautionary reasons, it is safer not experience a full moon because to prohibit turns at these busy spots. each full moon appears every 29.5 days. a political battleground It is most important to remem- A super-moon takes place when a full ber traffic signals at busy intersections To the Editor: live? How come hundreds of thousands moon coincides with the moon’s closest are in place due to the heavy vehi- “Shoot, if you must, this old gray of immigrants are risking everything to approach to earth. The last time we wit- cle and/or pedestrian traffic. When head, but spare your country’s flag,” get here? The door swings both ways… nessed a super-moon was in 2015. The drivers disregard these signals, make she said. is anyone leaving? next one will occur in 2033. Some say prohibited turns, or fail to pay added John Greenleaf Whittier didn’t get Do not misunderstand me; our coun- that the full moon is an unlucky sign if attention, problems can occur. There his history correct, and he probably try is not perfect. I believe that edu- it happens on a Sunday. Interesting to are many dangers which can approach knew that no bullet cut into the fabric of cation is fundamental to making our note is that the name ‘Monday’ is from from seemingly all directions. Do not Barbara Frietchie’s “Old Glory,” but his country better. Nurturing young minds the Old English word Monandaeg, which allow the possibility of saving of a few words penetrate deep. is an awesome responsibility. Teachers means ‘moon day’. Another fact is that seconds of travel time, result in an acci- To those of you who would like to should get back to teaching the Three on March 28, the Royal Air force used the dent or injury. change this country’s freedoms and lib- R’s and add respect and courtesy to the light from a full moon to attack Lubeck For those still seeking vaccination erties into something more resembling curriculum. K-12 should not be a polit- in Germany during WWII. information, it can be found at www. Marxism, may I suggest that you spend ical agenda battleground, but rather, a When there are two full moons in dudleyma.gov or by calling 508-949-8036. one month, the second one is called a an extended vacation in Cuba. That place where young minds can receive Please continue moving forward with ‘blue moon.’ This occurrence takes place country has been in the news lately, and teachers’ ‘gifts’ so that they can pursue the “re-opening” of our state in a rea- every three years. A red moon happens maybe you should check it out. the American Dream. We do not need sonable manner. Your cooperation is when the full moon phase occurs during To those of you who believe that the wedges (misinformation and censor- greatly appreciated. During these chal- the same time as a lunar eclipse. is suppressing some of ship) to tear us apart. lenging times, we, at the Dudley Police The man on the moon that we often see its people, maybe some quality time God bless the United States of Department, greatly appreciate the sup- during a full moon, is nothing more than spent living with the Uighur people in America. This is my country. port we receive from our community. dark areas called basaltic plains and the China might give a better definition CARL W. WILSON lighter colored highlands of the moon’s and understanding of “suppressing.” OXFORD Thanks again for your questions and surface. Making sense, and interesting Your country is such a terrible place to comments. Please send them to me at is that between 1765 and 1813, the Lunar the Dudley Police Department, 71 West Society of Birmingham, England met Main St., Dudley, MA 01571 or email during the full moon because the extra Friends of the Gladys E. Kelly Library say light made the walk home safer. at [email protected]. Opinions July is said to be the best month to thank you to Janet Malser Humanities Trust expressed in this weekly column are those of Chief Wojnar only and unless clearly get married because it falls between the To the Editor: an activity where the entire commu- planting and harvesting of crops. The noted, do not reflect the ideas or opinions nity (including members of the Senior of any other organization or citizen. term ‘honeymoon’ is named after the On behalf of all of the Friends of Center, the Town employees and all first full moon in June for this reason. the Gladys E. Kelly Library, Inc., I community members) read the same We can’t mention a full moon and would like to thank the Janet Malser text. The culminating activity will be SEND US YOUR NEWS!!! not mention werewolves. Old folklore Humanities Trust for awarding our an evening presentation by the author claimed that if you slept outside under organization two grants. to speak about their craft and to inspire a full moon on a Wednesday or a Friday people of all ages to read and possibly you could turn into a werewolf. Perhaps In addition to the support for the write. the most entertaining spin on this myth, concert series, the Friends received aside from the Universal Pictures’ influ- a generous award in support of the Without the support of the Janet ential 1941 classic “The Wolf Man” with Author in Residence program. With Malser Humanities Trust, the Author Lon Chaney, Jr. is the 1985 film “Teen the support of the Trust, the Friends in Residence program would still be just Wolf” starring Michael J. Fox. If you will partner with the Webster public a dream not a reality. Thank you for haven’t seen it, you might want to pull it schools and the Gladys E. Kelly library helping to bring cultural and education- from the dusty archives during the next staff to bring a nationally recognized al programs to the community. full moon for a celebratory showing. author to Webster. It is our hope that For those with prefer straight-up hor- ror, we also recommend “The Howling,” one of the author’s works will be fea- RENA KLEBART “Wolfen,” and of course, “An American tured as a selection for the library Book FRIENDS OF THE GLADYS E. KELLY news@ Werewolf in London” (but make sure Group. Ideally, the entire community LIBRARY, INC. would participate in a One Book Read, stonebridgepress.news you’ve sent the little pups to bed first!). WEBSTER www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 30, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 9 The closing days of summer July is almost gone, and guests. Enough for and with four weeks that subject! left in August, summer THE GREAT Bear sightings are is quickly coming to becoming more fre- an end. Fishing on all OUTDOORS quent in the valley area! fronts will be fantastic Local residents need to as the waters cool and RALPH be aware of the sight- fish become a lot more ings , but do not need to active. Hopefully, strong TRUE be too concerned about storms like they are hav- their presence. Keeping ing out West will not mate- rubbish and bird seed rialize in the Northeast. With Covid on under cover, so that they are not attract- the rise again & with different variants, ed to it, should keep them moving out another winter like last year would be of your area. Many people love to see hard to deal with on all fronts. Vaccines the bears in their area, but need to keep are still available and residents that a safe distance from them. All zones have not received their shots of the in Mass. now have hunting seasons vaccine for covid, need to step up to the for bear. You need to check the Mass. plate and receive them ASAP. Hunting abstracts for dates and zones While fishing on the Westport River that you plan to hunt. A bear hunting last week we observed numerous permit is also required. osprey diving into the water to catch Saltwater fishing has been good for a meal. It is amazing how the huge some anglers, and frustrating for oth- birds can soar more than a few hun- ers. One local angler took a trip to Block dred feet in the sky and spot a potential Island this past week and caught a cou- meal. The force that they hit the water ple of stripers that were either too big to grab their prey is also amazing. A few or too small because of the slot limit. He weeks ago, while fishing the Providence tried bottom fishing and could only River, my brother and I were live lining catch a few undersize fluke. He trav- porgies. Normally, when a porgy comes eled from one side of the Island to the to the surface while fishing, it is a sign other. Fished around the windmills and that a fish is chasing it and a strike is numerous other spots that often yielded imminent. a few fish for the dinner table. Suddenly, from above, a large osprey When all was said & done, they head- spotted the floundering porgy on my ed back to the boat ramp. He told me line, and within a second, he had the he had put 60 miles on his boat that live porgies in his grasp, and was flying one trip when he had returned back away with it. I found myself reeling in to the boat ramp. He did retain a cou- an osprey from above. I gave the rod a ple of fish that yielded him one and good hard tug and the osprey dropped a half pounds of fish. It figured out the fish. I quickly reeled in the live to cost the two anglers close to $100 porgy, that was not in good shape, after per pound. Constant fishing by drag- being held with the osprey’s talons. My gers in the areas, sure had him frus- brother Ken and I had a good laugh, and trated. Seabass fishing on the Cape is moved to another location to fish away still yielding some nice fish, but this from the osprey. Fortunately, the large past week had anglers catching a lot bird did not become entangled in the of shorts. I know I was there! One local line, or have the hook become imbedded angler from Douglas was Jig fishing for in his feet. Cutting the line would not seabass and managed to catch his limit, Courtesy have been an option, as the bird could but he also had a hard time catching his This week’s picture shows an angler at the Quabbin Reservoir with a 19-pound lake trout. become entangled in the line at a later limit of five legal-size fish. Large scaup time. were also caught. Every day is differ- tuna fishing a number of miles off of great tuna fishing season. Update! The Port-o-Potty at Westport ent. That is why they call it fishing and Block Island this past Sunday. He was This week’s picture shows an angler boat ramp has been brought up to not catching! battling a giant tuna that was hooked at the Quabbin Reservoir with a healthy standards, and will hopefully Hanging around a couple of Bait & up almost two hours. Just listening to 19-pound lake trout. Nice fish! stay that way. It also put all towns Tackle Shops in the area, sure gives this the angler had my back aching! I do Take A Kid Fishing & Keep Them on notice that manage boat ramps for writer a wealth of information. While not know if the angler landed the huge Rods Bending! the state, that their portable restrooms I was sitting at one shop, a customer tuna, but anglers have already had a need to be kept clean for their residents received a call from an angler that was Here’s a look at the “new retirement” Once you retire, what a framework of four following a well-bal- from the International you do retire, you’ll want can you expect from your key “pillars”: health, anced diet, to main- Journal of Aging and to make sure you don’t life? You might be sur- family, purpose and FINANCIAL tain and improve Human Development. So, take too much from these prised by the things that finance, described in your health. by volunteering and get- accounts too soon, help- current retirees are say- a study by Edward FOCUS Having family and ting involved in commu- ing you avoid the risk of ing about their lifestyles, Jones and Age Wave friends that care nity activities, you’ll not outliving your money. priorities, relationships called Four Pillars of DENNIS about me – Retirees only be helping others, and hopes for the future. the New Retirement: say that the top but also yourself. As you can see, it’s And you also might find What a Difference ANTONOPOULOS contributor to their Being financially important to take a holis- this knowledge quite a Year Makes, identity in retire- secure – During the pan- tic approach to retire- helpful as you prepare for which also looks at ment is their rela- demic, retirees fared ment in the 21st century. the day when you become how attitudes and tionships with loved better than other demo- And when you do, you essential to this well-be- a retiree. opinions have changed ones, again according to graphic groups because can find your days as a ing. Let’s look at these during the COVID-19 the Four Pillars study. they had stronger finan- retiree to be greatly ful- pillars and see what you First of all, retirement pandemic. Among the Clearly, it’s important cial safety nets, includ- filling. can do to support them: today is far different – study’s findings is a piece to keep up your relation- ing Social Security, and potentially far more of good news: 76 percent ships with family and Medicare and a high This article was writ- Having good physical/ rewarding – than was of Americans credit the friends, before and after degree of home owner- ten by Edward Jones for mental health – Health the case a generation or pandemic with causing you’re retired. ship. Still, just 56 percent use by your local Edward care and long-term care so ago. Of course, people them to refocus on what’s Having a sense of pur- of men and 40 percent Jones Financial Advisor. costs are the greatest are living longer now, most important in life. pose in life – Those with of women are confident Please contact Dennis financial worries in but the new retirement a higher sense of pur- about their retirement Antonopoulos, your local retirement, according to environment isn’t just And one important ele- pose have better overall savings, according to the Edward Jones Advisor the Four Pillars study. A about longevity – it’s also ment in the life of retir- health, greater cognitive Four Pillars survey. 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He believed Every day, he said to yourself what you her son who rode their him for forgiveness. He in people. He believed As Gary Moore’s son, me, “Toby, you can do preach.” I can say with bikes by the office every forgave all of them and in love, peace, kindness, I had a unique vantage anything you want in this complete confidence my day. There was a barber- usually gave them a sec- generosity, compassion, point to get to know world and be successful, father practiced what he shop next door, and one ond chance. They became mercy, second chances, my father in a way that as long as you don’t hurt preached. Did he have his day the mother took her his very best and most and the ability for anyone almost nobody else could. others in the process.” I failings? We all do, but son for a haircut. When trustworthy employees. to change. No matter how He was a fantastic father! usually rolled my eyes, even in his failings, he finished, they walked He performed in the low somebody sank, he I observed how he “I know, dad,” sometimes was quick to get back on out to find the boy’s bike Drum & Bugle Corps believed they could turn treated his family, close taking for granted that I track. was stolen. With tears in as a young man. As an it around and become a friends, distant friends, had a father who believed How was he able to their eyes, the mother older man, he partnered shining light in the dark- business associates, and in me. do this? Was it because explained to my dad that with a ministry in town ness. strangers. He treated I watched as he crawled he listened to Zig Ziglar, she didn’t have money and helped to teach doz- Perhaps that’s why his everybody with respect. his way from the bottom Tony Robbins, Jim to buy him a new bike. ens of middle school and funeral had hundreds As a boy, I sat in his to the top of one business Rohn, and other motiva- My father was struggling high school kids how to of people who came to office, playing with toys, and then did it again with tional speakers? Was it financially during those play. One early morning give their condolences. listening to his phone another. I watched him because of the hundreds days, but still, he bought he received a call from He impacted the world calls, and watching how succeed, and I watched of books he studied on her son a new bike the one of the kids who had around him in a positive he conducted his meet- him fail; I observed how human excellence? Was very next day. He and his nowhere else to turn. He way. He wanted the best ings. He was filled with he dealt with it all. I didn’t it his belief in what Jesus mother were overjoyed was in jail and needed for everyone. His actions enthusiasm. always understand, but taught in the gospels? from this act of kindness. help. My father woke up, will echo into eternity He was at almost all of the memories remain, Actions speak louder My father had hundreds drove his car a couple of and confidently testify my Karate tournaments, and upon reflection; I than words, and you can of employees throughout hours to the other side of that he practiced what he soccer games, and swim couldn’t have asked for a usually tell what some- the years. Every once in Illinois, bailed him out, preached. meets. When I failed, he better role model. body believes by their a while, he’d catch one and brought him back brought me up. When I The phrase “practice actions. My father’s of his employees stealing. home. Toby Moore is a free- succeeded, it was a cele- what you preach,” goes actions displayed precise- When caught, they were My father truly lance columnist. bration. He was a source back thousands of years. ly what he believed. brought into the office for believed in all the prin- of constant encourage- The Roman playwright When I was a child, a meeting, and a couple ciples he wrote about in ALL WE KNOW IS LOCAL ~ StonebridgePress.com 10 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 30, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com OBITUARIES Mark G. Beauchesne, 69 Beverly J. Benoit age 77 Quinebaug – Mark and two step nieces, Lisa N’Chonon and Barefoot Bay, FL / shuffle board club’s president for many G. Beauchesne, 69, her husband Yvon of Pomfret Center Putnam, CT- Beverly years. She found enjoyment in play- of Parkway Dr., died and Erica Smith and her husband J. (Augustynski) ing cards, bingo and visits to the casi- Tuesday, July 13, Shawn of Brooklyn; and his dog Baby Benoit age 77 passed nos. One of her great joys was travel. 2021, at home. Born Girl, who was his constant companion. away at her daughters Beverly had no greater love then that of in Webster, MA, Relatives and friends are invit- home with her loving her best friend and husband Normand he was the son of ed to attend a Memorial Service on family at her side. and enjoying quality time with family. Norma E. (Siegmund) Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 10:00a.m. She leaves behind her A Mass of Christian burial will be Beauchesne of in the United Church of Christ devoted husband of held at St. Joseph’s Church, North Webster, MA, and the Federated, 4 Church St., Webster, MA 59 years, Normand O. Grosvenordale, CT, at 1:00 pm on Friday late Albert A. Beauchesne. 01570. Memorial donations in Mark’s Benoit. Beverly also leaves two daugh- July 30, 2021 Committal will follow in Mr. Beauchesne worked for over name may be made to the Quinebaug ters, Christine Benoit of Putnam, CT the West Thompson Cemetery followed twenty-five years at 3M retiring in 2016 Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box and Wendy Benoit of Plainville, MA, by a Celebration of Beverly’s life at as a supervisor. 144, Quinebaug, CT 06262. Funeral two sons, Vincent and Jeffrey Benoit the Valley Springs Sportsman’s Club Mark is survived by his mother; a arrangements have been entrusted to both of Thompson, CT, three grandchil- in North Grosvenordale, CT.. In lieu brother, Alan Beauchesne, and his wife the Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, dren and five great grandchildren. of flowers, donations may be made in Carol of N. Grosvenordale; two neph- 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255. She was born in North Grosvenordale, her memory to the American Cancer ews, Shaun Beauchesne and his wife For memorial guestbook visit www. CT, daughter of the late Stanley and Society or Saint Joseph Church in Melissa of Putnam and Jay Beauchesne GilmanAndValade.com. Bridget (Oleszewski) Augustynski. She Thompson CT. and his wife Danielle of Halifax, MA; was formerly employed by XtraMart The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, Corporate office where she did data 48 School St., Webster, MA has been entry. Beverly was heavily involved entrusted with her arrangements. Peter John Bolduc (“Pepé”) in all her children’s activities, most A guest book is available at www. times being the leader. While in Florida shaw-majercik.com where you may Sutton, NH- Peter tion novels, even a good story on public she was a member of bowling, bocci post a condolence or light a candle. Bolduc passed away radio would move him to tears. His and cribbage league’s. She also was the peacefully, surround- favorite pastimes were sharing meals ed by his children, at with friends and family, throwing Dartmouth Hitchcock the ball for his grand-dogs Zorro and Medical Center on Moose, and playing Uno and Cribbage July 19 at the age of with his grandchildren. His children James “Jim” Fontaine, 58 71. Peter lived a full remember Peter fondly for his support, life, on his terms, as humor, and tenacity. He was kind to Thompson, CT – loved as a son; his daughters Tanya anyone who knew others and made new friends every- James “Jim” Fontaine, Mangiafico and her husband Andrew him would expect. where he went. He cooked many excel- 58, passed away on of Tolland, and Jessica Cosgrave and Peter was born and raised in Dudley, lent breakfasts and knew every Trivial Tuesday July 20, 2021 her husband Richard of NY; his broth- MA to Wilfrid “Leo” and Nathalie Pursuit answer, except the pink ones. while at the Brigham ers John Fontaine and his wife Tina Bolduc. He graduated from Bartlett Peter is predeceased by his parents, & Women’s Hospital of Danielson, and Daniel Fontaine High School in 1967. He attended the Wilfrid Leo Bolduc and Nathalie Irene in Boston. of Warwick, MA; his sisters Bette University of Massachusetts, Amherst, (Bazinet) Bolduc. Surviving family Jim was born in Spielvogel and her husband Robert of where he received a Bachelor of members include his children, Hannah Webster, MA on Canterbury, and Sandra Martin and Arts, and Boston University, where Farrell McKenna (Edward McKenna) October 30, 1962, son her husband Paul of East Haven; he he obtained a Master’s in Social of Sutton, NH and Charles Leo Bolduc of the late Raymond Fontaine and also leaves two grandchildren, one on Work. Peter and Kathleen (Dwyer) (Emilie Bolduc) of Sutton, NH; his sib- Sally (LaRocque) McGuire; he served the way, and many dear relatives and Bolduc married and later welcomed lings, Joan Noblet of Barkhamsted, honorably in the United States Army precious friends. twins in 1982, Hannah Farrell and CT, Mark Bolduc of Thompson, CT, and worked for the Builders Concrete All are welcome to attend a memori- Charles Leo, settling in Warner, NH. and Judith Ziemski of Dudley, MA; Company in Windham for many years. al gathering to celebrate Jim’s life on Peter worked his entire career and his grandchildren, Helen Bolduc, Jim loved spending time with his fam- Friday July 30, 2021 from 10:00 am – as a social worker in NH and MA. Clara McKenna, and Isaac McKenna. ily who was so close to his heart; he 12 Noon at the Shaw-Majercik Funeral He formed meaningful friendships A celebration of life service was also very active with the Relay for Home, 48 School Street Webster, MA. with colleagues and the many cli- will be planned for a later date. Life; he loved going to the ocean and In lieu of flowers, please consider a ents he supported. He spent most of Those who wish to honor Peter’s watching his “corny old cartoons” like memorial contribution to the Relay for his retirement in Austin, TX before life and work can send dona- Scooby Doo. Life or the NECCOG Animal Shelter. moving back to Sutton, NH to be clos- tions to SAFE/Austin Children’s Jim will be deeply missed by his A guest book is available at www. er to his children and grandchildren. Shelter: https://www.safeaustin.org/. wife Donna (Mackowiak) Fontaine; his shaw-majercik.com where you may Peter cherished the experiences of life. To sign an online guestbook please sons: Chris Fontaine of GA, Marcus offer condolences, share fond memo- Sunsets over High Pond, sweltering visit www.chadwickfuneralservice. DuCharme of Thompson; Corey ries, or light a candle in remembrance summer days, live music, science fic- com. Barsaleau of Thompson whom Jim of Jim. Antiques, collectibles and estates profile: Kris Casucci led them to move the tailgate recent trends. She finds cus- picking since he was 12 to pursue his shows to New Hampshire. tomers have “a greater inter- interest in antiques. Their Flying Pig Antiques est in early stoneware.” Her group shop and Flying Pig businesses sell a lot of paint- Casucci’s next antiques and primi- Auctions were already locat- ed furniture and she told me tive goods show will take place at the ed in Westmoreland, New that “blue seems to be making Walker Homestead on Sept. 25. You can Hampshire, about 20 minutes a comeback.” She also noted see the 1698 estate and you could even from Keene, New Hampshire that shaved brooms (from the find that special piece that will be per- and Bellows Falls, Vt. 18th and early 19th centuries) fect for your home. have been selling well, with In a recent phone inter- ANTIQUES, some bringing over $1,000. We have three upcoming auctions. view, Casucci traced her love We’ll be auctioning a 1962 Corvette, two of antiques back to her youth. COLLECTIBLES Casucci had some good 1950s Corvette project cars, boat motors Growing up in her parents’ STATES advice for collectors, suggest- and other memorabilia. We will also be mid-century home, she was sur- & E ing that “they buy what they running a sports card & memorabilia rounded by antiques that had love,” adding that “someone auction as well as a model railroad and been passed down through her WAYNE TUISKULA else is going to like it too.” She die-cast car auction. I’ll be appraising family. In 2008 or 2009, she made also offered helpful perspec- items at the John B. Gough House in a career change from her real tive when looking for items Boylston, Mass. on Saturday, Aug. 7 estate title examiner job and opened an saying collectors should look for “some- from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Later this year, I’ll antique shop. Casucci said that she has thing that makes that piece more spe- be virtually appraising items on Nov. a passion for antiques and the person- cial than the one next to it.” 13 for the Townsend Historical Society. alities of each item. She specializes in My “Evaluating your Antiques” class country and primitive antiques with Beginning with her own grandchil- will take place at Bay Path Evening This week’s column will focus on a stoneware as one area of focus. dren, Casucci finds time to help young School in Charlton on Wednesday, Nov. local antique dealer. Kris Casucci of people who are interested in antiques. 10. Please visit our Web site for more Brookfield, Mass. runs an antique shop, Like all types of antiques, the coun- She believes it’s important to “encour- details on upcoming events: https:// an auction house, antique shows and try and primitive antiques market is age each child that’s in your life to centralmassauctions.com antique tailgate shows. She also sets up always changing. Casucci said that appreciate old things.” She added, “I at antique shows in the Midwest and “Simple Life” magazine was popular think it is really important, especially Contact us at: Wayne Tuiskula Mid-Atlantic states. Somehow, she still with her customers. She would see in this technical age where everything Auctioneer/Appraiser Central Mass finds time to garden in her spare time. items in “Simple Life” and know that is instantaneous.” Casucci also helps Auctions for Antique Auctions, Estate her customers would be looking for mentor young people who are interest- Sales and Appraisal Services www.cen- Along with her husband Paul, Ms. those items. “Simple Life” went out ed in antiques. For example, she and tralmassauctions.com (508-612- 6111) Casucci ran successful antiques tail- of publication and things are less pre- her husband have been helping a young [email protected] gate shows at the Walker Homestead dictable now, but she did note several man who is about 20 who has been in Brookfield, Mass. The pandemic

allow True Roots to switch sites. She Many of the meeting’s other issues and finish in the Middle School park- PROJECT said she “wouldn’t feel comfortable involved announcements of receipt of ing lot. According to race organizer continued from page 1 entertaining other proposals” without various grants. Among them were a Brittany Morgan, the event is a key town’s proposed cannabis businesses, doing that first. $200,000 Green Communities grant to fundraiser by which the police depart- True Roots. Callahan told the board Under state law, a cannabis host com- promote energy efficiency at Chaffee ment provides Christmas gifts for local the company’s attempt to buy land on munity agreement becomes void if the and Barton schools, $87,000 in grants for families with children in need. Due to Route 20 “may not have gone through,” firm changes location or ownership Community Center programs, and addi- Covid, it didn’t happen last year, but but the firm hasn’t returned her recent without the town’s consent. tional Department of Transportation 2019’s race drew 130 runners, she said. calls seeking information. She noted Although the manager said the firm funding and design work to help Oxford Before then, residents can cele- there was some concern about possible was looking at the vacant bank building fulfill Shared Streets project bids that brate Community Day Sept 18 at the soil contamination there, and “the bank across the road, that is not in the same came in over its previous $400,000 American Legion post. wanted to do more analysis.” zoning district. She said the Planning award. Selectmen expressed interest in pos- Department is considering expanding The board also approved the annual Gus Steeves can be reached at gus. sibly “restructur[ing] the host agree- the zone to create more space for retail, Operation Santa 5K road race, this time [email protected]. ment,” in Meghan Troiano’s words, to including shops like this. being held Saturday, Oct 2 with start

helmet distribution events, virtual driv- CLINIC The Dudley Police Department part- er safety courses, the Officer Friendly continued from page 1 ners with The Dudley Charlton Regional Program at the Mason Road School, The Dudley Charlton Regional School School District on a variety of programs and more. These are all excellent ways District offers a unique and diverse designed to build positive relationships to foster relationships and understand- sport and non-sport experience for the between the young people and police ing between the community and the youth in our communities; children officers. The School Resource Officer police department. The Dudley Police ranging from kindergarten through the program has been a tremendous suc- thanks Superintendent Lamarche, all 8th grade can be active in exciting and cess over the last decade and is a main the Principals and their assistants, the engaging challenges. The district pro- focal point for many of these school- teachers, and staff for all their sup- vides age-appropriate skills and drills based community policing efforts. port of our community policing efforts experiences in sports and other areas of Other police programs include D.A.R.E throughout the years. individual particular interest. The goal (Drug Abuse Resistance Education – at EYE CATCHING is simple - kids should have fun! the 6th Grade level), bicycle safety and www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 30, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 11 12 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 30, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com Readers Share Favorite Tips and Tricks

As summer peaks and let it dry. flow. Rather than strug- plastic packaging. and life becomes busier TAKE Paul Davignon gling with scissors you ** this time of year, find- THE Window cleaning is a Uxbridge, MA can safely open a plas- ing ways to make life a pain, so I made my hus- ** tic clamshell package by Win Dinner for Two little easier is especial- HINT band do it and could not using a can opener the at the Publick House ly appreciated! From believe his method! This trick eliminates same way you use it on – Contest has resumed! timely tips to cleaning KAREN He used one of those the dirty work when it a can. Your tips can win you strategies, the following garden gallon containers comes to the most dread- Donna Lewandowski a great three course din- submissions from read- TRAINOR with pump hose spray ed household chore: Charlton, MA ner for two at the historic ers are sure to save you handle and filled it with ** Publick House Historic time and money this at the seam again, and water, a cup of vinegar To freshen up your toi- Inn in Sturbridge! season! push the sleeve down 1-2 and 2 Tbs. of Dawn dish let bowl and to remove This reader’s tip for Simply send in a hint to ** inches into soil. This can detergent. He opened the mineral deposits/stains drying sneakers not only be entered into a random A backyard gardener also be done with tomato screens and just power from hard water drop prevents tangling laces, drawing. 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I have a lot ripe ripe bananas for the bowl with no harsh they still get twisted. In pensing tips, not invent- of collard greens grow- For a quick breakfast banana bread, try this chemicals or smell. addition, the shoes get ing them (although I can ing in my garden. One I use Birchbenders (just reader’s easy, yet effec- MC banged around as the take credit for some), I’m issue I have come across add water) non GMO tive trick to keep the Sturbridge, MA dryer turns. This meth- counting on you readers while growing collards pancake mix and use a fruit fresher longer: ** od solves both problems: out there to share your is the cutworms – they tablespoon to make lots A longtime loyal read- Keep laces in the shoes best helpful hints! emerge from the soil and of little quarter size pan- If you want to keep er shares her strategy to and tie laces together at Do you have a helpful eat through the stems of cakes. 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LEGALS NOTICE OF cashier’s check at the time and place of and forty-nine hundredths (60.49) feet The Petitioner requests that James MORTGAGEE’S SALE the sale by the purchaser. The balance by land of Francis E. Cassidy, Temp. Pelczarski of Windsor CT OF REAL ESTATE of the purchase price shall be paid in Gad., now or formerly to an iron pipe be appointed as Personal Representa- Premises: 69 Cushing Road, Webster, cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s on the easterly line of said Fifth Ave- tive(s) of said estate to serve Without MA 01570 or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days nue; Surety on the bond in unsupervised By virtue and in execution of the Pow- after the date of sale. THENCE SOUTHERLY with an interior administration. er of Sale contained in a certain mort- Other terms to be announced at the angle of 87° 10’ 30”, a distance of thir- IMPORTANT NOTICE gage given by James A. Peterson, sale. teen (13) feet by said Fifth Avenue to You have the right to obtain a copy of Guinevere J. Ficara Peterson, and Al- Brock & Scott, PLLC the point of beginning. the Petition from the Petitioner or at bert B. Peterson to Secretary of Vet- 1080 Main Street, Suite 200 Property commonly known as: 5 Fifth the Court. You have a right to object erans Affairs, and now held by Deut- Pawtucket, RI 02860 Ave, Webster, MA 01570 to this proceeding. To do so, you or sche Bank National Trust Company, Attorney for Deutsche Bank National The description of the property your attorney must file a written ap- N.A. f/k/a Bankers Trust Company of Trust Company, N.A. f/k/a Bankers that appears in the mortgage to be pearance and objection at this Court California, N.A., not in its individual Trust Company of California, N.A., foreclosed shall control in the event of before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day capacity but solely as trustee, or its not in its individual capacity but solely a typographical error in this publication. of 08/24/2021. permitted successors and assigns, as trustee, or its permitted successors For Mortgagors’ Title see deed dated This is NOT a hearing date, but a on behalf of Vendee Mortgage Trust and assigns, on behalf of March 15, 2019, and recorded in Book deadline by which you must file a writ- 2001-3, said mortgage dated June 27, Vendee Mortgage Trust 2001-3 60150 at Page 111 with the Worcester ten appearance and objection if you 2001 and recorded in the Worcester Present Holder of the Mortgage 401- County (Worcester District) Registry of object to this proceeding. If you fail to County (Worcester District) Regis- 217-8701 Deeds. file a timely written appearance and try of Deeds in Book 24305, Page 3, July 16, 2021 TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will objection followed by an affidavit of said mortgage was assigned from The July 23, 2021 be sold and conveyed subject to all objections within thirty (30) days of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to Bank- July 30, 2021 liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax return day, action may be taken with- ers Trust Company of California, N.A., titles, municipal liens and assessments, out further notice to you. not in its individual capacity but solely NOTICE OF if any, which take precedence over the UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION as trustee, or its permitted successors MORTGAGEE’S SALE said mortgage above described. UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS and assigns, on behalf of Vendee Mort- OF REAL ESTATE FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) gage Trust 2001-3 by assignment dat- Premises: 5 Fifth Avenue, Webster, of the purchase price must be paid by A Personal Representative appointed ed October 25, 2001 and recorded with Massachusetts a certified check, bank treasurer’s or under the MUPC in an unsupervised said Registry of Deeds in Book 25607, By virtue and in execution of the cashier’s check at the time and place of administration is not required to file an Page 087; for breach of the conditions Power of Sale contained in a certain the sale by the purchaser. The balance inventory or annual accounts with the in said mortgage and for the purpose mortgage given by Elite Rivers LLC to of the purchase price shall be paid in Court. Persons interested in the estate of foreclosing the same will be sold at Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc., cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s are entitled to notice regarding the ad- Public Auction on August 11, 2021 at said mortgage dated March 14, 2019, or cashier’s check within sixty (60) days ministration directly from the Personal 12:00 PM Local Time upon the prem- and recorded in the Worcester County after the date of sale. Representative and may petition the ises, all and singular the premises de- (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds, Other terms to be announced at the Court in any matter relating to the es- scribed in said mortgage, to wit: in Book 60150 at Page 115, for breach sale. tate, including the distribution of as- PROPERTY: 69 Cushing of the conditions in said mortgage and BENDETT & MCHUGH, PC sets and expenses of administration. Road, Webster, Massachusetts for the purpose of foreclosing the same, 270 Farmington Avenue WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First A certain parcel of land with the build- will be sold at Public Auction on August Farmington, CT 06032 Justice of this Court. ings thereon of every nature and 12, 2021 at 11:00 AM Local Time upon Attorney for Sun West Mortgage Date: July 19, 2021 description situated in the Town of the all and singular premises described Company, Inc. Stephanie K. Fattman, Webster, Worcester County, Massa- in said mortgage, to wit: Present Holder of the Mortgage Register of Probate chusetts and being shown as Lot #5 The land with the buildings thereon of (860) 677-2868 July 30, 2021 on a plan entitled “Definitive Subdivi- every nature and description and all July 16, 2021 sion Plan in Webster, MA, owned by privileges and appurtenances thereto July 23, 2021 A.C. 92A Ernest J. Pelletier, Alfred A. Pelletier, belonging, situated on the easterly side July 30, 2021 Commonwealth of Massachusetts Gerald J. Pelletier, Emile J. Pelletier, of Fifth Avenue in Webster, County of 21E0041PP dated September 15, 1987, amend- Worcester and Commonwealth of NOTICE OF SALE Worcester, ss. ed January 5, 1988, recorded with Massachusetts and being Parcel on OF MOTOR VEHICLE Probate Court Worcester District Registry of Deeds Plan of Property owned by Telesphore UNDER G.L.C 255 SECTION 39A To Ediz Pelevan of Dudley in the Coun- in Plan Book 595, Plan 95”, further Leboeuf, dated October 11, 1945 Notice is hereby given by: Cruise Con- ty of Worcester and to all persons inter- bounded and described as follows: and recorded with Worcester District trol Transportation pursuant to the pro- ested. A petition has been presented to BEGINNING at a point on the north- Registry of Deeds, bounded and visions of G.L.C., Section 39A, that said Court by Jennifer Breault of Dudley west corner of tract herein described described as follows:BEGINNING at a on August 6, 2021 , at 9:00am at 210 in the County of Worcester represent- on the easterly sideline of Cushing spike on the easterly line of said Fifth Charlton Rd Sturbridge MA by private ing that she hold as tenant in common Road at the southeast corner of Lot #4; Avenue, one hundred twenty (120) sale the following Motor Vehicle will undivided part or share of certain land THENCE S. 52° 57’ 00” E. along said feet southerly by the southerly line of be sold to satisfy the garage keeper’s lying in Dudley in said County Worces- Lot #4 a distance of 135 feet to a point; Negus Street at land now or formerly of lien for storage, towing charges, care ter and briefly described as follows: THENCE N. 86° 06’ 57” E. along said Lot Henry Carey ; and expenses of notices and sale of The land and dwelling located in the #4 a distance of 162.65 feet to a point; THENCE N. 73 degrees 24’ E., six- said vehicle. Vehicle description: 2012 Town of Dudley, Worcester Coun- THENCE S. 02° 58’ 03” E. along oth- ty-one and twenty-four hundredths Honda Accord Registration#/State: No ty Massachusetts known as 7 Ash er land of Ernest J. Pelletier et als, Lot (61.24) feet by land now or formerly of Plates VIN: 1HGCPZF7XCA129906 Lane,Dudley, Massachusetts being #1, a distance of 126.08 feet to a point; said Carey to an iron pipe; Name and address of vehicle owner: more particularly described as Lot 29 THENCE S. 86° 06’ 56” W. along Lot THENCE EASTERLY with an included Rafaelin Acevedobinet of 36 Manches- on a plan of land entitled, “Subdivision #7, a distance of 153.02 feet to a point; angle of 178 degrees 46’ 30” a distance ter Street Apt 3 Lawrence Ma 01841 of Land Owned by Raymond Marchi THENCE N. 32° 46’ 27 W. along Lot of ninety-seven and eight-tenths (97.8) This notice has been given under the Phase II and III Developer M&H De- #6, distance of 114.07 feet to a point; feet by land of Lilian I. McQuaid and provisions of G.L.C. 255, Section 39A. velopment Corp.” dated November 9, THENCE S. 86° 06’ 57 W. along said Lot land of the Roman Catholic Bishop to July 16, 2021 1992 and recorded with the Worcester #6, a distance of 100 feet to a point on the a spike; July 23, 2021 District Registry of Deeds in Plan Book easterly sideline of said Cushing Road; THENCE SOUTHERLY forty-five (45) July 30, 2021 717 plan 71. THENCE running northerly along feet by land of said Bishop to a stake; and praying that partition may be made the easterly sideline of said Cushing THENCE S. 83 degrees w. one hundred Commonwealth of Massachusetts of all the land aforesaid according to Road on a curve to the right having a sixty-one and seven-tenths (161.7) feet The Trial Court law, and to that end that a commission- radius of 200.00 feet and a length of by remaining land of Telesphore Leb- Probate and Family Court er be appointed to make such partition 125.38 feet to the point of beginning. oeuf, now or formerly, to a spike on the Worcester Probate and Family and be ordered to make sale and con- CONTAINING an area easterly line of said Fifth Avenue; Court veyance of all, or any part of said land of 32.694 square feet. THENCE NORTHERLY with an includ- 225 Main Street which th Court finds cannot be advan- The description of the property con- ed angle of 90 degrees 11 ‘ a distance Worcester, MA 01608 tageously divided either at private sale tained in the mortgage shall control of twenty-three (23) feet to the point of (508) 831-2200 or public auction, and be ordered to in the event of a typographical error in beginning. Docket No. W021P2358EA distribute the net proceeds thereof. this publication. Also the land with the buildings thereon CITATION ON PETITION FOR If you desire to object thereto you or For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated of every nature and description and all FORMAL ADJUDICATION your attorney should file a written ap- June 13, 2001 and recorded in the privileges and appurtenances thereto Estate of: pearance in said Court at Worcester Worcester County (Worcester District) belonging, being a certain triangular Robert K Lyle, Jr. before ten o’clock in the forenoon on Registry of Deeds in Book 24305, tract of land in said Webster on the Also known as: the seventeenth day of August 20121, Page 001. easterly side of Fifth Avenue, bounded Robert Keith Lyle, Jr. the return date of this citation. TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will and described as follows: Date of Death: 05/16/2021 Witness, LEILAH A. KEAMY, Esquire, be sold and conveyed subject to all BEGINNING at a spike on the easter- To all interested persons: First Judge of said Court, this sixteenth liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax ly line of said Fifth Avenue at land of A Petition for Formal Probate of Will day of July 2021. titles, municipal liens and assessments, grantor; with Appointment of Personal Rep- Stephanie K. Fattman if any, which take precedence over the THENCE N. 70° 15’ E., sixty-one and resentative has been filed by James Register of Probate said mortgage above described. twenty-four (61.24) feet by land of Pelczarski of Windsor CT July 30, 2021 FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars grantor to an iron pipe; requesting that the Court enter a for- of the purchase price must be paid in THENCE Westerly with an interior an- mal Decree and Order for such other cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or gle of 12° 14’ 30”, a distance of sixty relief as requested in the Petition. 14 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 30, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com

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WEBSTER - 99 UPPER GORE ROAD STAMFORD CT - 57 BARHOLM AVENUE SHREWSBURY • 15 ABBEY LN UNIT 15 LAND WEBSTER • 233 - 235 NORTH MAIN STREET WEBSTER/OXFORD/DUDLEY/DOUGLAS Webster- Douglas Rd (Rte. 16) 26 ACRES on Sugar- loaf Hill. 1000+/- ft of road frontage SORRY SOLD! $200,000 Oxford - 4 Leicester St - Approx. 8.47 ACRES! River Front- SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! age Possible to be Subdivided! $89,900 Location! Scenic Upper Gore! “BIRDS Beautiful Stone faced. 8 room Colonial, 4 bedroom, Detached Condo Brand Spankin New - 2 Bedroom, 2 Webster - Upper Gore w/View of the Lake! 1+ Acre! SORRY, SOLD! EYE VIEW” of Webster Lake! Spacious 3 Full baths, one Half bath. Stone fireplace. 2236 Artesian Well, Septic Design & Conservation - DONE. Bath, all Hardwood Flrs, Granite C-tops Throughout. large 3 Family- a rare find! 1st Floor spacious Tr-Level. 2,279 sf., 4 BRS,1 full Bath, 2 Sq. Ft. living area. Walk up attic. 2 car garage. Crown Moldings Raised panels, Chair rails PictureFrame $115,000. Heated by Natural Gas, Town Water. 2 bedroom apartment. 2 - 2nd floor, 3 bedroom half baths. Inground pool. 2 Car Garage Mouldings. Central air/Vac. High end Appliances Packed! Webster - Cooper Road 2 Buildable Lots! Water & Sewer apartments Walkout basement to off street park- assisted sale $660,000. assisted sale $480,000. $275,000. Access. Zoned Lake Res.! ON DEPOSIT! Each $24,500. ing. $289,900. On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg

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DUDLEY OWNER OCCUPANCY OPPORTUNITY Middle Unit WEBSTER Center island, Laundry, 2 Bedrooms, INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Living-room Top Unit 6 units fully rented Open Den, Bedroom, Modern Kitchen, Sided, 50 year roof Laundry, Move-in Electric updated First Floor Separate Barn/ Garage 5 Rooms, Long term tenant, 2 bedrooms 42 Mill St ~ $359,900 227 School St ~ $599,900 www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 30, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 15 QCC continues to adapt Bryant University students to the needs students named to Dean’s List SMITHFIELD, R.I. Congratulations on business and liberal arts WORCESTER — Quinsigamond Community College has begun transitioning to — Bryant University is this outstanding achieve- education that inspires more in-person services and courses as it readies for a robust in-person footprint pleased to recognize the ment! students to excel. With this fall. students who have been About Bryant approximately 3,800 One of the recent additions to facilitate an easy back-to-school transition is named to the Deans’ List University graduate and undergrad- QCC’s new virtual waiting line service. Designed to offer students a unique way for the spring 2021 semes- For 158 years, Bryant uate students from 38 to make appointments at various college offices, the Easy Queue (EZQ) system ter. University has been at states and 49 countries, enables students to join virtual waiting rooms for the offices they need to meet Michael Warren, class the forefront of deliver- Bryant is recognized as with such as Admissions, Advising and Financial Aid. of 2021, from Oxford ing an exceptional edu- a leader in internation- Through a text messaging system, students will receive reminders and wait Christopher Place, cation that anticipates al education and regu- time updates as their appointment gets closes. class of 2022, from the future and prepares larly receives top rank- “Our students are often juggling multiple responsibilities. This support service Webster students to be innovative ings from U.S. News and should be a game changer for many who do not have the time to stand in line and Max Shepherd, class of leaders of character in a World Report, Bloomberg wait for their appointment,” said QCC President Luis G. Pedraja, Ph.D. 2022, from North Oxford changing world. Bryant Businessweek, Forbes, In addition to this new support service, QCC will continue to offer remote Eric Lavoie, class of delivers an innovative and Barron›s. Visit www. support services and online courses, as well as in-person services and courses 2024, from Dudley and uniquely integrated Bryant.edu. beginning this fall. “The pandemic reinforced that our students need a variety of learning modali- ties that align with their needs,” Dr. Pedraja continued. “We have kept our exten- sive remote classes and support services, while bringing back in-person classes and continuing to look for ways to assist our students. Removing the barriers that Bee-come a Pollinator Protector prevent students from attaining their dreams of a better future through higher education is our number one priority.” WEBSTER — Local 4 Life, a non-prof- limited. Children must be accompanied To learn more about visit www.QCC.edu/EZQ . it organization based in Dudley, invites by an adult. For more information on QCC, contact Josh Martin, Director of Institutional kids ages five to 12 to “Bee-come a To sign up, visit www.local4life. Communications at 508-854-7513 or [email protected] Pollinator Protector” on Saturday, July org and go to the Events Page. 31, at 10:30 a.m. at Booklovers’ Gourmet, Local 4 Life was founded by Erin 72 East Main St. in Webster. The event Anderson and Wendy Kalwarczyk, both is also sponsored by Hebert Honey. math and science teachers at Charlton Annual road race Beekeeper Dave will provide infor- Middle School with a passion for learn- mation about pollinators, how to help ing, preserving the environment and them and how to build a bee hotel for supporting all things local. coming to Charlton your yard. The event is free but space is Old Home Day Oxford resident Michael CHARLTON — The 54th annual with a guaranteed T-shirt before Aug. Charlton Old Home Day Road Race will 20; The cost is $20 after and up to the take place on Labor Day, Sept. 6. The day of the race. Walkers are welcome. Warren named to President’s race starts at 9 a.m. with registration Register online at charltonoldhomeday- beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Charlton Town roadrace.godaddysites.com/ or through Hall (across from the library), 37 Main RaceWire. Street/Route 31. Pre-entry cost is $20 List at Bryant University

SMITHFIELD, R.I. — Bryant University is pleased to recognize the students who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence and achievement. Michael Warren, class of 2021, from Oxford, has been named to the Area students named President’s List for the spring 2021 semester. The President’s List is an academic distinction reserved for Bryant’s highest achievers who earn a GPA of 4.0 or better for at least 12 semester hours of work. to President’s List at Congratulations to Michael on this outstanding achievement! About Bryant University For 158 years, Bryant University has been at the forefront of delivering an excep- tional education that anticipates the future and prepares students to be innova- Fitchburg State tive leaders of character in a changing world. Bryant delivers an innovative and uniquely integrated business and liberal arts education that inspires students to FITCHBURG — Fitchburg State Dudley excel. With approximately 3,800 graduate and undergraduate students from 38 University President Richard S. Jillian E. Laabs states and 49 countries, Bryant is recognized as a leader in international education Lapidus has announced the names of and regularly receives top rankings from U.S. News and World Report, Bloomberg students included on the President’s Businessweek, Forbes, and Barron’s. Visit www.Bryant.edu. List for the Spring 2021 semester. Groton The President’s List honors students Curtis J. Monahan for consistently high academic achieve- ment. A student is named to the list North Oxford Local students receive after achieving a 3.75 average in each of Jared S. Orrell three successive semesters. Fitchburg State University enrolls Oxford Bachelor’s degrees from 7,000 day and evening students in more Bridget L. Richardson than 50 programs of study. The univer- sity was established in 1894. Southbridge UMass Amherst Fintan D. Neff Auburn AMHERST — Approximately Melissa Rosado Miranda Nicholas D. Bisceglia Sutton 5,500 students received bachelor’s Anthony M Panarelli Jessilyn S. Collette Samantha K. Beauchamp degrees in over 100 majors at the Sophia L. Laperle University of Massachusetts Amherst’s WEBSTER Mary G. Leufstedt Upton Undergraduate Commencement on Shayna Lynne Kubilis Kaelan B. Farragher May 14, 2021 at the McGuirk Alumni Lyndsay Michelle Makie Stadium. Dominic Francis Manzi-Knych Below is a list of students from your Lyndsey Marie Sweatland area who earned a degree. James Trottier OXFORD Xinyue Zhang www.StonebridgePress.com Angela Suzanne Conway Amy R Leary

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Dining Table and Chairs $150.00 24/7 Support We also sell a nice selection Large Wood Cradle $60.00 Generous of fine jewelry, antiques & Reimbursement, collectibles. Bring in your Single Wood Chairs $25/each $1000 Sign-On items & see what they are 1988-1992 TOWN OF BROOKFIELD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Bonus. Call For Details. worth. You won’t leave disappointed. Honesty and Auto Repair Manual $50.00 e Town of Brookeld Highway Department seeks an Administrative Assistant Devereux Therapeutic fairness are our best policies! 1965 Jules Feiffer Foster Care. Lee’s Coin & Jewelry, (24 hours/week). e administrative assistant performs highly skilled (508)829-6769 239 West Main Street, Hard Cover Comic Book $50.00 East Brookfield administrative and clerical duties to coordinate the administrative activities of the (Route 9-Panda Garden Plaza) Elvis Presley department in an eective and ecient manner. 508-637-1236 Cardboard Silhouette $40.00 Position requires excellent communication skills both oral and written. Must be or cell: 508-341-6355 Elvis Presley Card Collection $75.00 able to deal tactfully, courteously and professionally with residents, town ocials, 1923 Printers Specimen Book Catalog industry professionals and highway department personnel. e ability to multi $100.00 task while remaining organized and detail oriented is very important. Must have Printers Antique Drawers working knowledge of Open Meeting Law, Public Records Law, State Ethics Law 1 Large Roto Tiller Cost $600.00 $25.00/each and Public Procurement Laws. (will sell for $300.00) 1953-1961 National Archives High school diploma and 3-5 years of relevant oce administration Peace and Prosperity $100.00 in a municipal setting are required. 1 Mens Bike… $100 Many Commercial Light Fixtures Please see job description (available on www.brookeldma.us) 1 Hutch… $100 Wood Tea Cart $75.00 for a list of qualications and responsibilities. 1 Dry Sink… $75 Coffee Table $75.00 We oer competitive wages and benets. 1 Glider Chair… $75 Small Wood Trunk $75.00 Submit cover letter and resume to the Brookeld Highway Department, For1 Brush Cutter… Sale $100 Rocking Chair $60.00 56 Mill St. Brookeld, MA 01506 1 5x8 Rug… $50 Call 508-764-4458 no later than July 30, 2021. EEO Employer Lawn Chairs… $5 ea. PLEASE CALL 508.764.6425 www.StonebridgePress.com www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 30, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 17 GLADYS E. KELLY LIBRARY

2 Lake St., Webster ~ 508-949-3880 sons of availability, habitats, methods Programming Summer Eats provides FREE grab All programs are scheduled to be held of preparation, and nutritional and and go meals for all kids and teens! Stop outside on the Library lawn (unless oth- medicinal value of our region’s most Summer Reading 2021 - “Tails and by the library during these times and erwise noted), weather permitting. common and appealing wild plants are Tales!” - June 28th-August 20th either eat lunch outside on the library discussed. Questions and comments are Join us at the Gladys E. Kelly lawn or take meals home! Meals are Adult Programming welcome throughout the presentation, Library from June 28th to August 20th pre-packaged and nutritional. Summer and illustrated pamphlets with plant for our summer-long “Tails and Tales” Eats is a federally-funded food program Adult Summer Reading – June descriptions, guidelines for responsible reading program! Read books (novels, that seeks to combat food insecurity 28th-August 20th and safe foraging, and a bibliography picture books, audio books, comics, and hunger, providing every child with Stop by the Library Circulation for further study are distributed as well. etc.) for opportunities to win fun prizes! the food they need to succeed! Desk to sign up for our Adult Summer Sign up is FREE and includes a bag full Reading Program. All you have to do is Fall Concert Series: Mark Mandeville of goodies and a log to track your read- Visit from the Massachusetts Pirates read or listen to books and return them & Raianne Richards – September 11th ing minutes. Sign up any time through- – August 9th 10AM to the Library to get raffle tickets. Enter 6:00PM out the summer, read, and claim prizes Come and meet the to win Gift Cards and Prizes from local Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards as you go. For ages 0-17. Teens get their Massachusetts Pirates football team! businesses. Sponsored by the Friends of have contributed their first decade to own prizes to choose from this year! Their mascot, Arthur, will be doing the Gladys E. Kelly Public Library and the legacy of American folk and coun- Email [email protected] or call 508-949- story reading at 10AM! Marilyn and Gerald Fels. try music, sharing emotively intelligent 3880 for more information. Sponsored lyrics, unmistakable vocal harmonies, by the Friends of the Gladys E. Kelly Scott Jameson – August 6th Book Discussion Group – August 16th and a unique blend of instrumentation Public Library and Marilyn and Gerald 10:30AM-11:30AM 6:30PM with audiences throughout the US and Fels. Magician and juggler Scott The Gladys E. Kelly Public Canada. The songs poetically reflect Jameson will have you laughing out Library Adult Book Discussion Group their personal experience as factory Wiggles and Giggles! - Wednesdays, loud and perched on the very edge of meets at 6:30 pm on the third Monday of workers, teachers, community orga- June 30th-August 18th (excluding July your seat (or, in this case, your blan- the month. New members are always nizers and natives of postindustrial 7th and August 4th) 10:00-11:00AM ket or lawn chair)! Umbrellas will be welcome! Next month’s book discus- mill towns in central Massachusetts. Come sing, dance, and make plucked from thin air, a drawing will sion will be on Monday, August 16th at Accompanying themselves on guitar, music with Lainey Hanlon! For chil- come to life, will be spun 6:30PM either on the Library Lawn, or harmonica, ukulele, penny whistle, dren ages 2-5 and their parents/caregiv- and juggled, and a member of the audi- in the Library’s Local History Room, electric bass, and most uniquely clar- ers. ence will unlock telekinetic abilities. and will be about the book The Children inet, their live performance is often This performance is funded, in part, Act by Ian McEwan. Stop by the library, punctuated by humorous commentary. Summer Eats – Tuesdays and by a grant from the Webster Cultural or reach out by phone to 508-949-3880, Thursdays, July 6th – August 5th 12:00- Council and will be held outside. For all or by email to [email protected] for Children’s and Young Adult 12:30PM ages. No sign-ups required. inquiries.

Outdoor ‘90s Movie Night – August 19th 8:00PM Get ready for a throwback to the SALES TAX HOLIDAY AUGUST 14 & 15 ’90s with this extraterrestrial extrava- ganza! Bring a chair or a blanket, and stop by the Library Lawn to experience PREVIEW NOW! the aliens who live among us, and the group whose job it is to keep them a secret! Feel free to dress up in your favorite ’90s apparel!

Yoga on the Lawn – Saturdays in September 10:00AM-11:15 AM Join Julie at Gladys Kelly for a vinyasa yoga class for all levels. In Sanskrit, Vinyasa yoga translates to the

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Free Breakfast and Lunch during the summer! Oxford High School June 21st – August 13th 9:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.

FREE Grab and Go meals will be available for pick-up each weekday morning located at the main entrance of Grab-N-Go Meals Oxford High School. The menu can be found on the Oxford Public Schools website: https://www.oxps.org/apps/pages/food_menus

Please call our office at 508-987-6056 if your child has a food allergy. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Oxford Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, homelessness, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or limited English proficiency.

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