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“We don’t know who we are until as new town we see what we can do.” administrator Martha Grimes

STURBRIDGE RESIDENT UNANIMOUS INSIDE CHOICE OF SELECTMEN BY DAVID DORE Obituaries...... B Sect. NEW LEADER STAFF WRITER LEICESTER — Pending Calendar ...... B Sect. successful contract negotia- Local ...... A2-5 tions, Kevin Mizikar is about to get a promotion. Classroom Corner A6-7 Mizikar, Grafton’s assis- Viewpoint ...... A8 Courtesy photos tant town administrator Sports ...... A10-11 and a Sturbridge resident, Charlene Grammatic of Auburn and her Dad tackle the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk together was the Leicester Board of Police Logs ...... A14 in memory of her mom, who died from colon cancer in 2011. Selectmen’s unanimous pick Monday, Aug. 19, to be the next town administrator in Leicester. “I think it was the person- LOCAL Talking and walking ality fit between the board and him, and his energy, Kevin Mizikar and his economic develop- AREA RESIDENTS SHARE THEIR REASONS ment experience, as well as lawyer in New Hampshire his [human resources] expe- and former town manager FOR JOINING THE JIMMY FUND WALK rience,” Selectmen in Jaffrey, Salem and Chairman Sandra Wilson Hopkinton, N.H., and Shaun BY MARK ASHTON explained after her board’s along the historic Boston they celebrate completing Suhoski, town administra- STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER vote. “The things that he’s Marathon route with a col- the course and enjoy com- tor in Sturbridge since 2010. doing in Grafton are things When an expected 8,500 lective goal of raising more plimentary food, beverages, While selectmen negoti- we need to do. people lace up their than $7 million to support a speaking program, and ate a contract with him, “I think we’re starting footwear and step off on the life-saving adult and pedi- entertainment. All walkers Municipal Resources Inc. of new with a new superin- 25th Anniversary Boston atric patient care and can- are asked to raise a mini- Meredith, N.H., hired by the tendent for schools, that Marathon Jimmy Fund cer research at Dana- mum of $300 (or $100 for Town Administrator Search we’re at a place where we Walk (BMJFW) next Farber Cancer Institute walkers age 12 and under); Committee to help with the can start and take advan- month, some two dozen and the Jimmy Fund. “Pacesetters” are extraor- process, will do an in-depth tage of his youth and his area residents will be Walkers begin in dinary fundraisers who background check. Wilson enthusiasm,” Wilson added. among them. Hopkinton and other raise $1,500 or more. said a preliminary back- “In his short time, he’s got a Walkers from Sturbridge, Boston-area locations on Walkers – either as indi- ground check was done on lot of experience, and I Dog Days in Charlton, Webster, Auburn, the day of the walk (walks viduals or team members – Mizikar that “had no red think it fits our needs.” and Spencer will take part range from 3 to the full 26.2 have stories to tell about flags at all.” E. Brookfield in the Sept. 8 event, in miles) and finish together Mizikar beat out fellow which participants walk at Copley Square, where finalists Jonathan Sistare, a Page A4 Please Read WALK, page A16 Please Read LEICESTER, page A15 LEARNING Spencer Fair stays McGovern visits region to true to its roots announce federal grants FAIR TO CELEBRATE 125TH YEAR JOINT CDBG PLAN FUNDED, AS IS NORTH NEXT WEEKEND BROOKFIELD AMBULANCE BY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJ But they’d be pleased BY DAVID DORE NEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT because it’s still an agri- NEW LEADER STAFF WRITER SPENCER — cultural fair, Davies said. Congressman James Poker Run aids Underneath the swirling “We’ll have a cow barn McGovern (D-Worcester) rides, diverse entertain- that will have probably 100 area veterans visited two of the newest ment, tantalizing food and cows,” Davies said. “We’ll towns in his Second Page A9 extraordinary fun is the have a poultry tent that Congressional District ear- heart of the Spencer Fair: will have close to 100 chick- lier this week to announce Agriculture. ens and ducks. A rabbit they had received grants SPORTS In fact, the first Spencer tent. I think they would be from the federal govern- Fair, in 1888, was simply happy that we still have ment. about agriculture. agriculture at the fair.” McGovern’s first stop “Exactly 125 years ago a There’s also a whole lot Monday, Aug. 19 was bunch of people sat more than there was in Memorial Town Hall in around a kitchen table and 1888, including entertain- Spencer — a town that, said, ‘Let’s find a way to ment that seems to just get along with North display our produce and better every year. Brookfield, got nearly cows and see whose is the In addition to the ever- $800,000 in Community best,’” said Dale Davies, popular Friday night Development Block Grant president of the Spencer Demolition Derby, this money. He then went to the David Dore photo Agricultural Association, year’s lineup will include North Brookfield fire sta- Standing on the front steps of Spencer Memorial Town Hall for which sponsors the fair. the headliner band Little tion to say the North Monday morning’s Community Development Block Grant If that bunch of people Texas and Bon Jersey trib- Brookfield Ambulance announcement are, from left, Spencer Selectman Anthony Pepe, came to this year’s fair — ute band, hypnotist Dan Squad got a $21,450 Rural state Rep. Peter Durant (R-Spencer), North Brookfield Selectman Labor Day weekend, Candell, the Lumber Jills, Development grant to buy Mary Walter, state Rep. Anne Gobi (D-Spencer), state Sen. Friday Aug. 30 through the Franzen Elephant and a new ambulance. Stephen Brewer (D-Barre), Congressman James McGovern (D- TBA finals Monday, Sept. 2 — they Tiger Shows, karaoke, Spencer Town Worcester), North Brookfield Selectman Robert Smith and might be a little startled Ronald McDonald, the Spencer Town Administrator Adam Gaudette. Page A10 that it’s progressed to an beloved Robinson’s Racing event that draws more Please Read GRANTS, page A18 than 28,000 people a year. Please Read SPENCER, page A13 OPINION GET YOUR POINT ACROSS PAGE A8 Annual 4-H Fair brings plenty of free family fun

BY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJ It’s all at the 64th annual cator and fair coordinator, animals settled, submit dis- monies. POLICE LOGS NEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT Worcester County 4-H Fair adding that between 4,000 plays and drop off contest Throughout the day, SPENCER — Tractor being held this weekend, and 5,000 people attend a entries, for the public the there’s a variety of animal PAGE A14 pulls. Horse shows. A chick- Aug. 24-25, at the Worcester year. fun starts Saturday at 7:30 displays, including dog en barbecue. A corn-shuck- County 4-H Center, 92 In addition to the fea- a.m. with the tractor pulls. shows, llama shows, goat ing contest and pet-costume McCormick Road. tured horse shows, there The fun continues with shows and poultry judging. parade. “It’s a great opportunity are all sorts of farm ani- the popular “Pets on There’s also displays and And make-your-own ice- for a fun day and to see mals and pets. Parade,” which starts at 9 judging of just about every- cream sundaes. Free. All what 4-H is about,” said While 4-H members show a.m. and is followed by the thing prize-worthy: free. Lorraine Kiritsis, 4-H edu- up Friday night to get their 9:30 a.m. opening cere- Please Read 4-H FAIR, page A15 2 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013 Towns to hold public meetings on school override SESSIONS NEXT WEEK OPEN TO SPENCER, EAST BROOKFIELD VOTERS

BY DAVID DORE ed minimum contribution. “We will prepare some hand- implications for FY14, and In the meantime, the district NEW LEADER STAFF WRITER The override amount is outs as an introduction into the beyond.” will continue to operate on an Selectmen in Spencer and East $1,681,094 in Spencer and $405,585 meetings and then answer any An override would add $1.82 interim budget set by the state Brookfield will each host infor- in East Brookfield. questions that the audience may per $1,000 assessed value to prop- Department of Elementary and mation sessions next week on At separate Special Town have,” Gaudette said. erty tax bills in Spencer, or $364 Secondary Education of no more upcoming Proposition 2 1/2 over- Meetings last month, voters “We feel it is important for peo- per year for a house valued at than $2,207,572 per month. ride votes to fund this year’s approved appropriations for ple, on both sides of this issue, to $200,000. The impact in East Interim Superintendent of school budget. those amounts, contingent on an attend one of these forums,” East Brookfield would be $1.80 per Schools Edward “Ted” Malvey East Brookfield selectmen will override. Brookfield Selectmen Chairman $1,000 assessed value, or $360 per has said the district would use hold their public meeting at 7 “The Boards would like to hold Leo Fayard stated in an Aug. 19 year for a house valued at not the amount set by the state, p.m. Monday, Aug. 26 at the these two public hearings and email. “We want the voters to $200,000. but rather the $24.9 million budg- Memorial Town Complex on use them as information sessions have as many facts as possible If the overrides were turned et plan now being considered by Connie Mack Drive in East to prepare voters for the upcom- before they decide which way to down next month, the Spencer- Spencer and East Brookfield vot- Brookfield. The hearing in ing ballot questions for an over- vote. East Brookfield Regional School ers. Spencer will start at 7 p.m. ride to fund the school district “With all the discussion at District would not have a budget. The amount set by the state is a Tuesday, Aug. 27 in the McCourt budget assessments,” Spencer meetings, etc., there still seems The School Committee would little more than the $26.45 mil- Social Hall at Spencer Memorial Town Administrator Adam to be a lot of confusion as to the then have 45 days to call a dis- lion fiscal 2014 proposal the Town Hall. They are open to resi- Gaudette explained in an Aug. 19 ramifications if the override trict-wide meeting, open to regis- Spencer-East Brookfield dents of both communities. email to the Spencer New Leader. should not pass,” he added. tered voters in both towns, to set Regional School Committee On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Spencer He added that officials would “Voters need to understand what the budget. Spencer and East approved in March and Town and East Brookfield voters will explain the budget approval the result of their actions will be, Brookfield officials would decide Meeting voters in both communi- go to the polls and either approve process outlined in Chapter 71, whatever their vote may be. We whether to schedule override ties rejected in May. or reject overrides to fund the Section 16 of state law, the also hope to gather input from elections based on the results of portion of their town’s fiscal 2014 Proposition 2 1/2 override taxpayers relative to alternatives the district-wide meeting. David Dore may be reached at assessment to the Spencer-East process, the impact the override that may not have already been If a spending plan were not (508) 909-4140, or by email at Brookfield Regional School would have on the property tax brought to light. We will also be approved by Dec. 1, the state [email protected]. District above the state-mandat- rate and tax bills, and more. trying to inform voters of the tax would set the budget. We Are Open Year Round 9-5 Brookfield Orchards NEWS BRIEFS 12 Lincoln Rd., N. Brookfield, MA 01535 Follow signs from Rts. 9, 31, 67 or 148 SNACK BAR: Hot Apple Dumplings w/ice cream Brookfield Seniors Calendar Brewer: 71st Citizens’ Legislative Apple Pies, Reg. & Sweet ‘n Low Specials for the week: Cider • Cheese • Candy for September Seminar nears Honey & Maple Products Early Macs • Cider Donuts Jellies & Relishes Historical Maps and Books COMING SEPT. 14: It is with deep regret we accept Jeanne Myers resig- BOSTON — Sen. Stephen M. Brewer (D-Barre) has Antiques and Collectibles The Harvest Craft Fair nation from the Council on Aging. We are in need of announced the 71st Citizens’ Legislative Seminar will Apple Wood Bundles & Chips new members; please contact Barbara Clancy at (508) be held this fall on Tuesday, Oct. 15 and Wednesday, Recreation Area 508.867.6858 • 877.622.7555 867-6043 if you are interested. Seniors’ interests need Oct. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the State House. www.browsethebrookfields.com www.brookfieldorchardsonline.com to be heard — speak up! Younger members are wel- This program is designed to familiarize citizens come. first-hand with the workings of the Massachusetts The next Brown Bag Lunch will be Tuesday, Sept. 10 Legislature. The Citizens’ Legislative Seminar was at 11:30 a.m. at the Brookfield Congregational Church. established in 1976 through a joint effort of the The next Council on Aging meeting will be Massachusetts State Senate and the University of Summer PARTS & SERVICE Specials Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 4 p.m. in the kitchen at Massachusetts. 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DRIVER REVEALED TO BE STURBRIDGE RESIDENT ACCCCUURRAACCYY WATCH BY DAVID DORE STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER The Spencer New Leader is committed to accura- WEST BROOKFIELD — cy in all its news reports. Although numerous safe- A man from Maine has guards are in place to ensure accurate reporting, been identified as the mistakes can occur. pedestrian who was struck Confirmed fact errors will be corrected at the top and killed on West Main right hand corner of page 3 in a timely manner. Street (routes 9 and 67) If you find a mistake, call (508) 909-4140 during Monday, Aug. 12. normal business hours. During non-business hours, Robert Herrie, 69, of leave a message in the editor’s voice mailbox. The Brownfield was pro- editor will return your phone call. nounced dead at the scene. According to Paul Jarvey, a spokesman for Worcester District Attorney Joseph Early Jr., Herrie was hit in the westbound lane of West Main Street around 6:30 David Dore photos p.m. by a 2012 Kia Optima A shoe and other items are seen behind a Kia Optima that was involved in Your Local Roll-Off Specialist driven by 65-year-old Monday night’s deadly accident. Evidence is marked at the scene of Monday’s Gerald Tavernier of accident. State Police conduct their investigation into Monday’s crash. Weekend Special Sturbridge. 10 yd. Rental $245 Herrie was crossing the 1 Ton roadway in front of the Subway restaurant and complex. State Police marked Roll Off Containers Lakeview Apartments, from the items as they worked to find out what happened. Weekend Dumpsters the eastbound side to the for the Homeowner westbound side, when he was The case remains under investigation by State Police. Houses • Attics • Cellars struck. 10-15-20 Yd. A trooper from the State Jarvey said speed, alcohol Construction Sites Police barracks in Brookfield and drugs are not considered responded to the scene at 6:42 factors as of Wednesday,Aug. 508-892-4193 • 508-769-6603 p.m. Monday, along with 14. Leicester, MA police from Brookfield, West “It’s possible that it was Fully Insured Brookfield and Warren. sun, solar glare,” Jarvey State Police accident inves- said. tigators were asked to West Main Street around BLOSSOM respond a little after 7 p.m., Ware Road and the junction according to Twitter reports. with Route 19 was closed for OF THE WEEK A pair of shoes, a cigarette, several hours Monday, Aug. 12 so investigators could do This week’s Blossom of the Week is being given to a plastic milk jug, a lottery Steve Morris of West Brookfield. Steve recently completed ticket and money were their work. the 192 mile Pan Mass Challenge from Sturbridge to strewn up to 100 feet behind Provincetown to raise money for Dana Farber Cancer the black Kia Optima with a David Dore may be reached Research (see story Spencer New Leader 8/16). Congrats at (508) 909-4140, or by email at from the Spencer New Leader on your accomplishment and hole in its windshield parked for caring enough to help make a difference in the fight in front of the apartment [email protected]. against cancer. You may pick up your blossom from Appleblossoms during regular business hours. To nominate someone for the Blossom of the Week, please contact June at 508-909-4062 Local Tax Free Weekend or email [email protected]. News Be ready, Call for your FREE Assured Language Sponsored by... Estimate NOW and Save BIG!!! Solutions FREE Take Down and Haul Away of your old doors High Quality Translation Services, and openers Tax Free Weekend Only. Sales, service and installation of on time and at competitive prices! COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL Huge Savings: FREE keypad with the purchase We translate documents, websites, software, garage doors and electric openers of a liftmaster battery backup opener proofread translated documents, interpret, and support all languages and dialects! 150a Main St., Spencer, MA 01562 1-800-605-9030 • 508-987-8600 Toll-free 877-999-1228 508-885-5567 FOUND HERE! www.countrysidegaragedoors.com • [email protected] or email [email protected] Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2 www.assuredlanguage.com www.appleblossomsonline.com 115533rrdd WWOOOODDSSTTOOCCKK FFAAIIRR ALWAYS LABOR DAY WEEKEND AUGUST 30, 31 & SEPTEMBER 1, 2 GATES OPEN AT 9AM EVERYDAY FRIDAY SUNDAY SOUTH STAGE MYCHAEL DAVID & HELP WANTED BAND DUET/POP/COUNTRY KARAOKE FLEISCHMANN’S BREAD SUN BONNET CHILDREN’S RACES VARIOUS FOOD EATING CONTESTS SATURDAY ALL 4 DAYS • GREAT PUMPKIN COMPETITION MONDAY • BRUNN BARN MUSEUM Antique car, tractor, engine and barn displays! • BIRTHING CENTER & BARNYARD BABIES • AGRICULTURAL & LIVESTOCK EXHIBITS • OPEN HORSE SHOW • TRACTOR, HORSE, PONY & OX PULLS

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If so, microwave and with a serrated corn is early morning. #2: Or,peel and husk the corn and Random: (Pecking in no particu- why not share them with readers of knife, slice the husk off the end Choosing Corn: Not sure how to let it soak in cold water for one lar order on the cob.) The Southbridge Evening News? (into the first few rows of the ker- pick the best ears of corn at the hour. When ready to grill, wrap You are unconventional and Send questions and/or hints to: Take nels). Using a silicone glove or farmer’s market or grocery store? each cob in aluminum foil. Grill for spontaneous. You tend to be disor- the Hint! C/o the Southbridge potholder, grasp corn from the silky Look for bright green husks that about a half hour, turning every ganized, and while that drives oth- Evening News, 25 Elm St., top end and give it a few hard are slightly moist. The silk should few minutes or until done. ers around you crazy, it doesn’t Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail shakes. The cob will literally slide be slightly sticky and a pale golden #3: Or microwave ears of corn bother you a bit! You are a risk [email protected]. Hints are entered out of the husk, leaving the silk color. If you press gently against until barely done, then set on grill taker who enjoys sharing new into a drawing for dinner for two at behind! the husk you should be able to feel until browned lightly. opportunities. Just watch out for the historic Publick House Inn. For A couple of years ago, a the kernels. Also check out the bot- This “Corn Personality” test pre- swamp land in Florida! more great hints, tune into Take the Whitinsville reader passed along tom of the ear, where it was cut off viously appeared in this column. Cut Kernels off Cob: (Slicing ker- Hint! one minute snippet tip s aired this convenient way to cook corn on the stalk. If it is brown, the ear was It’s so much fun, it’s worth repeat- nels off in sections with a knife.) twice daily on ORC FM 98.9. 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BY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJ Also funded is a program just go through the process,” The other change this year that structure,” she said. “Our build- NEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT through the National Dairy Paolucci said. will evolve more slowly is way the ings are way behind in infrastruc- LEICESTER — Exciting. Council and the NFL where stu- The new program will enable district will begin controlling its ture.” That’s how Superintendent dents can win prizes, like a visit the district to meet its goal of hav- future by making sure everything Also on the agenda for this year Judith Paolucci describes the from a NFL player or Super Bowl ing its curriculum meet the is in line with the goals identified is to find a new high school prin- school year that started tickets, for choosing good-for-you “Common Core,” which is the by the “Future Search” commit- cipal. Paolucci said having a great Wednesday, Aug. 21. foods and getting active at least 60 national standard. It’s nice to tee. acting principal in place — And no matter what she’s told minutes a day. have that happening, Paolucci That committee, made up of 76 Marilyn Tencza, who joined the to the contrary, she’s convinced Another portion of the grant said. people from all walks of Leicester district a year ago as curriculum the kids are equally excited about will be used to involve pupils in The program is a little tougher life, spent most of a June weekend director — enables the district to being back at school too. the Heart in Hands Community than the district is used to, she exchanging views on “what take its time and do a thorough “I believe we’re almost encul- Garden next to the primary and said. next?” for Leicester schools. By search for a permanent principal. tured about complaining about high schools on Paxton Street “What was expected in fourth the end, they’d agreed on a five- “A lot of prep work happened in the start of school, but I really (Route 56). Pupils will use new grade is being pushed down a bit, strand set of priorities for the dis- the summer, and in October we’ll think the teachers and kids alike kid-friendly gardening tools to and now it’s in third grade,” she trict, Paolucci said. set a timeline for the principal are all happy about it,” she said. help grow a variety of vegetables said. “Until you get the right A subcommittee met again in search, but in the meantime, And there’s plenty to be excited and fruit. material and training, you don’t August and fine-tuned the goals. Marilyn is ready to go,” Paolucci about in Leicester this year — a “What is wonderful about this see reality. But the new materials “Now we have to write a concise said. new nutrition-and-exercise pro- is it lets us focus on not just aca- are going to be terrific.” mission, vision, beliefs, goals and One of the biggest things on gram, a new district-wide math demics, but the whole child, the Other, more minor, changes key action steps to achieve,” everyone’s mind is the program and a much better con- child’s health and well-being,” being made this year will still Paolucci said. “We’ll be ready to Proposition 2 1/2 budget override nection to technology at the high Paolucci said. make things better this year. present that to the School up for a vote Tuesday, Oct. 1. school, Paolucci said. Equally wonderful is that “We worked on streamlining Committee at the September “We are operating on budget Thanks to the $2,325 grant Woods took it upon herself to get some things on the management School Committee meeting.” that is temporary,” Paolucci said. money that Leicester High School the grant, Paolucci added. end so we can spend more time on Having that mission statement “Depending on the vote, we are physical education teacher Sandy “She took it upon herself to the education piece,” Paolucci will help the district keep its going to make adjustments to the Woods got for the district, the seek funding to make sure this said. “That’s our goal.” focus, Paolucci said. budget. If the override fails, we Leicester Primary School health can happen,” she said. “We don’t One of the things newly stream- “It’s so nice having such a clear are going to do some restructur- program brings a whole new have the means to fund extra ini- lined is getting substitute teach- direction, and to be able to use ing this winter. If it passes, we’ll focus on being healthy. tiatives.” ers. our funding in a very important make changes as well.” The grants will fund a “100-mile “Now we have an automated way,” she said. No matter what, there’s plenty club” for Primary School kids NEW MATH sub call-in system, so now our A marked improvement at the to be happy about, she said. who walk, run or jog 100 miles Another change parents may principals can work on improving high school is that the first half of “When anyone laments about during the school year. notice right away is the new math instruction instead of trying to the electrical and wiring work the end of summer I say, ‘Get It will also pay to fix an unused books and program being used in get a substitute for the person necessary to allow wireless tech- happy, it’s going to be fun!’” she Traverse Rock Wall in the kindergarten through Grade 5. who is going to be sick tomor- nology is completed. said. “It’s my first back-to-school Primary School and add begin- “The goal is to help students row,” Paolucci said. “People love when there’s new in Leicester.” ners’ handholds and new safety really understand the math, not laptops and new lapboards, but mats. 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25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Telephone (800) 367-9898 OPINION AND COMMENTARY FROM SPENCER, LEICESTER AND THE BROOKFIELDS Fax (508) 764-8015 VIEWPOINT www.spencernewleader.com FRANK G. CHILINSKI LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER Going batty ADAM MINOR George Orwell’s ‘Big Brother’ is alive and well MANAGING EDITOR To the Editor: (A) “The right of the people to be secure in (again) As I write, there is deep concern about their persons, houses, papers, and effects, the National Security Agency (NSA) moni- against unreasonable searches and aseball may have its annual homerun EDITORIAL toring our private domestic telephone seizures, shall not be violated, and no derby, but that’s nothing compared to calls and e-mail. Warrants shall issue, but upon probable B the Ashton Homestead Annual Bat- The major concern is that the Agency is cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, Whacking Competition. ignoring the mandated Foreign and particularly describing the place to be Winner again this year was yours truly, Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) searched, and the persons or things to be with a personal best record of one-for-two Court, which is supposed to rule on the seized.” - The 4th Amendment to the US (swings) in grounding the winged rodent The dark legitimacy of each wiretap, in accordance Constitution; (B) “... to secure these rights, long enough to render it dazed and confused with the 4th Amendment to the US Governments are instituted among Men, on its way out the back door wrapped in a Constitution. Many people will say that we deriving their just powers from the con- (soon-to-be-laundered) towel. need to protect ourselves against terror- sent of the governed, ...” - The Declaration Then again, all involved mark ists at all costs. While we need to protect of Independence; (C) “The price of liberty in this year’s contest fell ourselves, Benjamin Franklin wisely is eternal vigilance.” - Thomas Jefferson into the dazed-and-con- observed: “Those who would give up a lit- (or Thomas Paine?); (D) “All that is neces- fused category at one tle freedom for a little security will end up sary for the triumph of evil is that good After weeks and weeks, it finally hap- point or another. For one with neither.” men do nothing.” - Edmund Burke; (E) “... thing, the event took place pened. The NSA was founded in 1952, but its a Republic, if you can keep it.” - Benjamin at 3 a.m. For another, at As I sifted through files on my comput- intrusion into our private lives started in Franklin. least three of the partici- er last week, organizing and editing the hysterical aftermath of 9/11, which The Founding Fathers believed in self pants (the bat being the through documents that would eventual- saw the passage of the obscenely mis- government and were willing to risk (liter- fourth) were sound asleep, ly become the newspaper you are hold- named “Patriot Act,” which trampled all ally) life, limb and property to get it. Are until the sounds of flap- ing in your hands right now, I stumbled over the Bill of Rights. It takes only a we willing to forego professional sports, AS YOU ping wings spawned a upon something that told me another series of small step for a power-hungry video games, Facebook, “reality” TV and wake-up call for the wife, summer was about to bite the dust, and government to go from apparently inno- other mindless pursuits in order to LIKE IT the designated whacker, it made me sad — school menus. cent invasion of our privacy to full-fledged reclaim our country? Politics can be death- and the (underachieving) control of our private lives. ly boring, but active participation (includ- Sorry kids, but that MARK ASHTON cat, who might have at Those to whom George Orwell’s “1984” is ing voting) is necessary to keep govern- least made a token leap or bell is about to ring only a name would be well advised to actu- ment of, by and for the people (Abraham again. It’s a time of year two to assist in the ally read the book: it is a chilling picture of Lincoln). We must regain our government, roundup and expulsion process. kids (of all ages) dread life in a totalitarian society. First pub- or we shall be ruled by those whose only This year’s event was made a tad more — the unofficial end of lished in 1949, it is a prescient portrayal of interest is power, and we shall be graceful challenging than usual with the addition of summer vacation. our approaching future. We now have most for the few scraps they deign to throw our the whacker’s being attached to a medical Vacation is over. Kaput. of the technology envisioned by Orwell, w a y. device that had to be lugged around the bed- Done. That beach bag and lack only the malevolent government room, the kitchen, the closet, and the cellar will soon be traded for a to consummate his vision. CHARLES F. H OTZ in search of just-the-right whack-a-bat backpack full of books Several quotations seem appropriate: SPENCER equipment, a.k.a. the old straw broom. THE MINOR and notebook paper Yes, other implements were considered – (assuming not all of our the lighter but also shorter-strawed plastic ETAILS D kids are carrying iPads Override = EBT for SEBRSD broom, even the Swiffer,with or without wet these days), and sum- or dry sheathing, but the old standby was ADAM MINOR mer nights will be pencer was recently according to MCAS scores, why what was needed – and what came through replaced with home- ranked 13th best central are students leaving the district? for us in record-breaking fashion. YOUR Although we’ve been told (and surely work sessions and projects. Massachusetts town to do Knox Trail Junior High is a level business with its attractive TURN three school where students are believe) that the best way to remove a bat But it’s not all grim news, kids! School S from the family domicile is to open a win- commercial and personal proper- performing in the lowest 20 per- may be back in session, but there are ty tax rate of $12.77. JENNIFER cent compared to other similar dow as an easy means of egress, that plenty of things to look forward to. The Town of Spencer has an GAUCHER schools. The rest of the schools in method leaves us unnecessarily un-reas- I sound like I’m bashing schools…I’m effective and efficient FY2014 oper- SPENCER the district are level two; students sured of the bat’s departure. Unless and really not. Don’t worry, any of you ating budget of $8.3 million; it serv- in various groups and subgroups until we actually SEE the creature outdoors teachers or administrators reading this, ices 12,600 residents. need improvement relative to rather than indoors, we can neither reclaim I still love you, and I’m not trash talking Unfortunately, the business of their peers in other schools. the comfort of sleep nor the peace of mind against your institution(s). In fact, I educating students at Spencer East Enrollment is down, students are fleeing that is our ultimate goal. always enjoyed school. I always got pret- Brookfield Regional School District cannot and MCAS scores are mediocre! These are Thus, we returned to the bedroom with ty good grades, I behaved and I never manage to operate within the confines of not performance standards to be reward- broom in hand, following the creature’s “broke the rules” — actually, I was a this tax rate. The entire anticipated FY2014 ed. They are factual budget drivers indicat- clockwise (from the ceiling’s perspective) pretty good example of the stereotypical operating budget for the school depart- ing why the school budget is over-inflated. rotations around the slow-moving ceiling fan. As in past years, we sized up the flight “goody-two-shoes” — I was never one to ment is $27.5 million; it services 1,940 stu- Other obvious drivers of the bloated budg- pattern – was he imitating a fastball, spit- talk back to the teacher and always did dents. et are teachers’ salaries with a 12-year per- Management chaos resulting in finan- centage increase of 23 percent and admin- ball, curveball, slider/sinker? We took an what I was told. cial distress has prompted another request istration salaries with a 12-year percent- initial swing, a fairly half-hearted effort – So, no, this column is not going to be a for a Proposition 2 1/2 override to solve the age increase of 82 percent. Insurance/pen- just to get a feel for his reaction. Strike one. look into my dark and troubled high overspending woes of the school depart- sions/retirement is hands down, the most The bat was ahead. Our timing was perfect school past or run-ins with teachers or ment. In FY2013 the school board saddled egregious driver and a flaming red flag; on the next pitch, however, and the sharp- evil principals. I’m afraid those stories taxpayers with a $2.1 million borrowed the 137 percent increase over a 12-year toothed intruder headed off onto the infield, are pretty boring. note to subsidize mismanagement and period is bourgeoning out of control and landing on the living room carpet just about Well, except for one. overspending and it is currently being has to be reined in. Almost 70 percent of where second base oughtta be. The play was That’s right — this week, I’m finally paid back with interest by the taxpayers. the school budget is consumed by these now in our favor, but without other fielders telling the world about the one dark For FY2014 the school board is preparing three line items, leaving only 30 percent to to help complete the put-out, we had to act mark on my otherwise stellar record. to penalize taxpayers again for misman- operate the rest of the entire school fast. You see, Adam Minor never had a per- agement and overspending via a $1.6 mil- department. Tracking the downed bat to his new loca- tion, we found the mildly curious feline fect record when it came to discipline. lion, override, down from the original $2.2 “Investing in teachers is investing in sniffing at the intruder, until we placed the That record became blemished back in million override request on May 2, 2013, education,” is an economic fallacy used just 4 months ago. These repetitive and repetitively for political and policy sup- broom-head on top of him (the bat, not the third grade, the only time I ever received infinite cost overruns are the result of a port. Such an age old mantra has tremen- cat) and rushed off for a towel (or a quilt, or a detention. Flashback! school board and school department that dous staying power but the unintended a bullet-proof vest) in which to wrap him, (Cue dramatic music) lacks leadership and oversight. consequences are unmistakable in the fac- carry him to the nearest doorstep, and fling It was a sunny day, as I recall. My bud- Proposition 2 1/2 overrides are not solu- tual data. Investing in teachers does not the entire bundle out into the night. dies and I were playing at recess. I tions to mismanagement and overspend- guarantee achievement in education. Which we did, even as the cargo chirped remember the grass was wet that day — ing. They are indicative of misfeasance Raising fortunes of teachers should be and chided maliciously within. With the it must have rained recently,because the and poor management. interdependent upon teachers’ desire to package safely on the back porch stoop, we ground sported patches of mud around The SEBRSD is the quintessential exam- raise performance standards. SEBRSD can still had that lingering question: Was the our school’s swing sets, and I remember ple of a monolithic government funded start by increasing enrollment, increasing quarry actually inside the package or snick- wet grass getting stuck to my sneakers education establishment: short on stu- tuition paid in, and increasing MCAS per- ering somewhere safely still in the house? It (funny, the things we remember). A pop- dents and performance standards but high formance scores. took a little broom-handle poking (out on the stoop in insufficient nightwear) to ular game we played involved kicking a on taxpayer demands and union negotiat- The school board/department wants ed rewards. The infamous budget shortfall unfold the towel enough for the disoriented ball as hard as we could while swinging, approval of a $1.6 million override for a (a government euphemism for failed fiscal total operating budget of $24,712,058. invader to flee into the night. and then jumping off the swings as high policies) has reared its ugly head again in Added to that is another $2,736,851 in grant There, we’d seen him. He was outside, so as we could (which would then be FY 2014 and manifested itself in the form funds and revolving funds, for a whopping we retired safely inside. The broom, the accompanied by a stern warning from of a $1.6 million override. The school com- total of $27.5 million to educate 1,940 stu- medical device, and the action plan were all whomever was monitoring us that day). mittee could not surreptitiously bury the dents. Without the $1.6 million override put back in their proper places, as we (even- Anyway, this day, there must have bloated FY 2014 budget as they did with the the total school budget will be $25,767,813 tually) drifted back into the land of nod, been something in the air — a gleam in equally bloated FY 2013 budget so taxpay- to educate 1,940 students, including the with one eye occasionally flicked open and our eyes — because my three buddies ers must take the hit. Taxpayers are the grant funds and revolving funds. one ear cocked to the sound of more and I somehow thought it would be a school boards only default mechanism for If the override were to pass, an average unwanted flapping. great idea to play a game we had never mismanagement regardless of negative home in Spencer will see a property tax In accepting our award, we’d like to thank tried before, and would never play again data and poor performance standards. increase of $500 per year. all those who assisted in this year’s contest – excluding those who huddled under covers — mud fight. A budget analysis of SEBRSD clearly An override is like an EBT card, an end- or yawned and meandered through the bat- How I ever thought getting into a mud indicates a 10 percent decrease in total stu- less supply of revenue with no accounta- dent enrollment over a twelve year period bility. tleground, but giving special thanks to our fight was a good idea is beyond me, but I and a 282 percent increase in tuition paid OVERRIDE is an acronym for Southern cousin who visited recently and was in third grade. Don’t judge me! out to other schools over a ten year period. Overspending that is Voluminous, took part in our whenever-we-get-together Soon enough, the dirt started to fly. To Under school choice, 133 students left the Exorbitant, Reckless, Ruthless, Infinite, pie fight, typically a messy affair, but benefi- this day, I don’t remember who started district while only 81 entered in FY 2013. If Destructive and Expensive. cial this year in helping us hone our swing, the melee. I just remember that an adult David Prouty High is a level one school, Vote no override, Tuesday, Sept. 10. our aim, and the all-important element of ended it, and ended it fast, as the four of surprise. us geniuses, covered in mud, ended up It worked on cousin Janet, who took our in the principal’s office within minutes. LETTERS Tabletalk blueberry pie squarely in the face We were soon escorted to the outside before she could even see it in our hands, and that, we’re quite sure, prepared us for of our classroom and lined up against Extra! Extra! Read All About It! We think you’re important enough to tell all our readers the late-night (early morning) adventure the wall in the hallway,in view of every- to turn to the Opinion pages and read your Letters to the Editor. with our fly-by intruder just a few days later. one walking by, as if to make us a public But first, you have to write us! We have since learned that a neighbor has Mail your letters to the Spencer New Leader,P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail spectacle. If the goal was to embarrass had three such invasions already this sum- your letters to the edit [email protected]. us, it worked. mer. We’re sorry if the intruders have left You’ll need to provide your name and place of residence, along with a phone number, so “What were you thinking?” our princi- our place for theirs, of course, but the best we can verify the letter is yours. pal asked us, clearly disappointed, her we can do by way of compensation is to offer We don’t have a set limit, but if you keep it around 600 words or so, you’re going to have a red hair shining a little brighter, no free bat-whacking instruction on an as- better chance at seeing all your words in print. doubt enhanced by her fury at the cur- requested basis. If you want to write a bit longer about a particular issue, maybe a guest Your Turn col- rent situation, staring down four dirty umn is your cup of tea. If you do that, try to keep it between 700-800 words. Mark Ashton can be reached at: boys in the middle of the hallway. Remember, libelous remarks and/or personal attacks are a no-no and could lead to your [email protected], or by calling: Turn To MINOR , page A15 letter not being published. So, what are you waiting for? Start writing! 508-909-4144. Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 9 Poker run raises money to help local disabled veterans

From left, Korean War veterans Joseph Gendron (Air Force), Ken Wheeler (Navy), Marty Civin (Army) Korean War veterans Charles “Bud” Fahey (Air Force) and Earl Martin (Army). and Bill Parsons (Marine Corps).

Korean War veteran Michael O’Keefe (Marine Korean War veteran Ed Budnik (Army). Korean War veteran Jerry Newell (Air Force). Korean War veteran Ray Boisjolie (Air Force). Corps).

Korean War veterans Joseph Bouley (right, Air Force), Harris Gray Jr. (in hat, Navy) and Will Sasseville Riders gather around a motorcycle before the poker run starts. (wearing sunglasses, Army) accept thanks from the poker run riders for their service.

Riders are asked to pick a card before the start of the motorcycle run.

SPENCER — The American Legion Post 138 Riders group in Spencer sponsored its third poker run Saturday, Aug. 17 to raise money to help disabled veterans. The ride started at 11 a.m. from David Prouty High School and made its way through Massachusetts and Connecticut, stopping at Jeff Anderson of Spencer sings before the ride. the American Legion posts in Oxford and West Brookfield and the Spiderman hangs out on the back of a motorcycle. Wales Irish Pub. The ride finished at Gaudette-Kirk Post 138 in Spencer with a cash bar, raffles and food. DAVID DORE The motorcycle ride also honored local veterans of the Korean PHOTOS War, with more than a dozen in attendance.

The motorcycle ride is about to leave David Prouty High School. Boy Scout Troop 116 provided coffee and doughnuts to get the riders’ day started. 10 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013 SPORTS David Prouty, Sutton take TBA titles

BY NICK ETHIER SPORTS STAFF WRITER SOUTHBRIDGE — After a long summer of basketball, the finals of Trinity Catholic Academy’s Trinity Basketball Association high school girls’ division took place on Aug. 15. In the East Division nightcap, Tantasqua forced overtime before eventually falling to Sutton, 27-24. In the ear- lier West Division final, David Prouty led from start to finish against North Brookfield before walking away with a 33-21 deci- sion. Sutton 27, Tantasqua 24 (OT) — The second seeded Suzies took it to the fourth ranked Warriors in the early going, seizing momen- tum and building a 13-5 halftime lead. Tantasqua’s Moriah Burns was the only Warriors player to get a basket in first half action, while Emma Boland scored the other 3 points on a trio of free throws. Things turned around for the locals, though, in the second half. Trailing, 19-8, Burns added another basket and Maggie Simonds followed with an aggres- sive take to the hoop that resulted Abbey LaFountain of David Prouty makes her way up the court with a North Nick Ethier photos in a made shot and coinciding Brookfield defender close by. David Prouty’s Rachel Petruzzi takes and makes a jump shot in second half action. foul. Simonds missed the freebie, but Burns was there to grab the squad for an easy layup, making up-and-under move for another West Division final, the fourth offensive rebound and score it 19-16. Burns — whose status hoop, making it 21-18. seeded Panthers led from start to again to make it 19-14. officially turned to “on fire” — Tantasqua’s Gabby Roberts hit finish against the third ranked Liz Adams then dribbled past then dribbled along the baseline a jumper to close the deficit to Indians. what looked like the entire Sutton and finished with an impressive one point (21-20), and two free David Prouty’s Erin Gaudette throws by Roberts got her team off to a hot start gave the Warriors with a steal and coinciding three- their first lead at 22- point play, giving the Panthers an 21. early 7-1 lead. Sutton forced David Prouty led, 13-4, at half- overtime, though, time and continued to play solid with a made free basketball in the second half of throw, and the action. Suzies scored the Rachel Petruzzi of the Panthers first three points of buried three hoops in little time the extra session. to up her team’s advantage to 21- Roberts got inside 11. Abbey LaFountain of Prouty for a hoop to make it also made three second half bas- 25-24, but Sutton kets. added two more A 3-pointer from North points for the three- Brookfield’s Brianna Kilborn (6 point victory. points) cut the deficit down to 23- Roberts and 14, but the Panthers’ Kasey Burns both scored 8 Hamilton (8 points) buried a 3 of points for her own to put the game away. Tantasqua in defeat. Prouty’s Gaudette and the Sam Farmer of North Brookfield (11) shields the David Prouty 33, Indians’ Diana Farmer each led David Prouty’s Chelsea Trombly (8) North Brookfield’s Ariana Stafford looks to ball away from David Prouty defender Erin North Brookfield 21 their teams with 9 points apiece. wins the opening jump ball against make an inbounds pass. Gaudette. — In the earlier North Brookfield.

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Washington, DC. Registration will be at 7:15 a.m. with the with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. in front of the Save the date for North Brookfield Sports tee time to follow at 8. The cost of the tournament is $55, Town Hall across from the library at 37 Main St. (Route 31). which includes golf and lunch. Carts are $10 extra and are The pre-entry fee is $12 (before Aug. 22) and the post-entry Booster Club golf tournament limited. Please email [email protected] to sign-up or fee is $15. Long sleeve T-shirts are guaranteed for all pre- with any questions. entries. Get race applications at the Charlton Town Hall, The North Brookfield Sports Booster Club will hold its Charlton Optical or on www.charltonsports.org. See web- annual golf tournament on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Quail Leicester Knights of Columbus to hold golf site for link to online registration. For more information, Hollow. There will be a 7 a.m. registration with an 8 a.m. contact Rob Thomas at (774) 402-4027 or email tee-time. There will be more information to follow. Please [email protected]. save the date and email [email protected] regarding tournament any questions. The Leicester Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament is Quail Hollow Golf Results scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Hillcrest Country DC Drive Golf Tournament to benefit East Club, located at 325 Pleasant Street in Leicester. The 18- Aug. 17 — Howie Letendre Open hole Florida Style Tournament costs $75 per person. A First place with a score of -14: Jim Hemenway, Scott Brookfield Elementary Texas Barbeque will follow at the Knights of Columbus Fairbanks, Connor Fairbanks and Mike Hagloff Hall at 91 Mannville Street in Leicester. Guests are wel- Second place with a score of -12: Bruce Stevens, Mike The first DC Drive Golf Tournament will be held on come to dinner for an additional $15 per person. The regis- Lucier, Jim Laflower and Jack Beaudry Saturday, Sept. 28, at Bay Path Golf Course in East tration deadline is Sept. 8. For additional information Third place with a score of -10: Howie Letendre, Adam Brookfield to help East Brookfield Elementary School please contact Rich LaFrance at (508) 688-7000 or Steven Doud, Donald Lachambre and JD Loughlin sixth LeBoeuf at (508) 509-9791. Aug. 18 — Members Sunday Sweeps graders First place with a score of -7: Rory Duquette and Mike raise Old Home Day Road Race Rigiero money for Second place with a score of -5: Charles Toomey and Jim their trip to registration set Ford Third place with a score of -4: Dave Larson and Josh ATHLETE The 47th annual Charlton Old Home Day Road Race will Russell of take place on Monday,Sept. 2. The race will start at 9 a.m. the WEEK USO Benefit Golf Tournament heads to Bay Path To place an The 10th annual USO Benefit Golf Tournament is slated Erin Gaudette In-Memoriam, for Saturday, Aug. 31 at Bay Path Golf Course in East Card of Thanks, Brookfield. The format will be a four-person Callaway. The David Prouty hoopster led her Registration will be at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start to fol- team with 9 points in the Trinity Birthday or Anniversary Greeting, low at 8. To help out please play golf, sponsor a hole or Basketball Association West Division in the Spencer New Leader, donate a gift certificate/raffle item — or all three! The cost championship game with North to play is $75 per person, but carts are extra and are Brookfield on Aug. 15. The fourth seed- the deadline is Friday noon reserved on a first come basis. ed Panthers defeated the third ranked For any questions regarding the tournament, please call Indians, 33-21. for the following week. the course at (508) 867-8161 or Mark Morin at (508) 867-9634 or [email protected]. Ad prices are $15 for a 2x3 (actual size 2 11/16” x 3”) or $25 for a 3x4 (4 1/8” X 4”) or 4x3 (5 5/8” x 3”). Athlete of the Week is sponsored by: You can add a photo at no additional cost. Bay Path Golf Course Tournament Results Aug. 18 — Gary Fuller Open To send by mail, please mail to Nicklaus Division First place with a score of -10: Gary Donlin, Jerry June Simakauskas, P. O. Box 90, 25 Elm St., Dufresne, Paul Sanborn and Dave MacComber Southbridge, MA 01550. Player Division Personal checks, Visa, Master Card, and Discover are accepted. First place with a score of -8: Joe Desimone, Ed O’Neil, Mike Lavin and Rick Wheeler Palmer Division AUTO • HOME For more information, please call June at 508-909-4062 First place with a score of -8: Shane Higgins, Dave Caron BUSINESS • LIFE and Bernie Lapierre, Sr. or email [email protected] Closest to the pin on fifth hole: Jim Nugent; 10 feet, 4 Tel: 508-885-6545 and she’ll be happy to help! inches Closest to the pin on eighth hole: Kevin Kokansky; 8 feet, 8 inches Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 11 SPORTS Spencer Speed & Endurance Running Camp closes fourth successful year

The Gutsy Performer Award Winners included, from left, Josh Lavallee, Michael Holt, Maura Donahue and Hayley Doane. Zack Fritze (not pictured) also won the award. The 2013 edition of the Spencer ed in 2012 when we officially reg- Speed & Endurance Running istered 118 kids. While we did not Camp, which began on Monday, see numbers like that this year, July 8, concluded its three-week we had a great group, and a much program on Thursday, July 25. more manageable group of kids Courtesy photos The camp, which is primarily with 90 registered and on the Fifty of the 90 registered Spencer Speed & Endurance Running Camp attendees pose for a photo. open to all students and student- average about 65 in attendance athletes entering the fifth through each night. decathlete. Local running enthu- 12th grades, experienced another As we have done in our previ- siast Byron Deane handled the successful summer running pro- ous four years, former David distance running groups, which gram serving 90 young men and Prouty and Worcester State are primarily focused on improv- women. The numbers were down University hurdler and decathlete ing stamina and endurance, with from last year’s 118, but enthusi- Jason Monette handled all of the a little power running added in. asm for physical fitness and com- sprinting, speed and power-run- Thankfully, we also had a few munity spirit was as high as ever. ning disciplines. These include wonderful volunteers like spring In its inaugural year of 2010, sports like football, track and track coach Charlene Leinonen Running Camp served 45 children field and other similar sports. and some generous parents step from Spencer, East Brookfield and Plus, Jason also knows a thing or forward to help us out. North Brookfield, and that num- two about throwing and jumping The 2013 running camp could ber grew to 54 in 2011 and explod- from his days as a collegiate not have been possible without our corporate sponsors and other charitable donors. This year, we want to express a tremendous amount of gratitude to all of the local business, families and indi- viduals who have sponsored our program in 2012 or helped us in some way, especially Sneakerama, Monette Landscaping and Construction, Accurate Asphalt & Paving, RJ The Gutsiest Improvement Award Winners included, from left, Joey Berthiaume, Hill Concrete, Village Pizza, Lauren Cutler, Phil Young, Jaime Fontaine and Jaimie Dowd. FLEXcon, Webster First Federal Credit Union, Anne Gobi 5th ever else we asked. Without all chandise will also be on display. District State Representative, their support, we wouldn’t be able People can follow Top Dawg KDR Builders, Lamoureux Ford, to provide a quality program, so Athletics or learn more about the Cormier Jewelers, Chef Sau thank you. Summer Speed Endurance Camp Chinese restaurant, the Spencer Finally, we are planning a Tag on our Facebook Page or by visit- Country Inn, Witco, Chuck Fahey, Sale fundraising event during the ing the Top Dawg Athletics web- the David Prouty Administration Labor Day weekend (Aug. 31 and site at www.topdawgathletics.org. and Top Dawg Athletics. Sept. 1). Anyone with decent To get on a mailing list for future I also want to pay extra special “junk” they want to donate to the camps and events, please visit the thanks to all the wonderful volun- event should contact Byron at website or email The Gutsiest Attendance Award Winners included, from left, (front row) Alex [email protected] to make [email protected]. Demarski, Caitlin Holmberg, Leah Cutler, Joey Berthiaume, Matt Berthiaume, (mid- teers, mostly parents, who helped us out each night serving snow arrangements. Or, stop by to look dle row) CJ Holmberg, Mike Perro, Lauren Cutler, (back row) William Demarski, at the merchandize and take a — Byron Deane Connor Holmberg, Ben Deane, Josh Lavallee and Phil Young. cones, cleaning up, dropping a few dollars in the bucket or what- chance on a raffle. Top Dawg mer- Jim McElholm looks to reconnect with past players, parents

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BY NICK ETHIER McElholm ended his coaching career in SPORTS STAFF WRITER Auburn in 1983, but he has forever left a Jim McElholm has seen and done it all mark on Rockets’ athletics. when it comes to the sport of ice hockey in For his accomplishments McElholm was Massachusetts. A 1957 graduate of inducted into the Massachusetts State Winchester High School, McElholm then Hockey Coaches Hall of Fame in 1987 and played three varsity seasons of hockey at into the Auburn Athletic Hall of Fame in Northeastern University. Upon graduation, 2003. McElholm was an assistant hockey coach at Most recently McElholm was vice presi- Winchester for a year, a head coach at dent of the Central Mass. based Midstate Brockton High for four years, Natick High Youth Hockey for 15 years and was the head for three and Auburn High for another 13. hockey coach at Leominster High in 2001-02, Now, while running Single Sources, Inc., a winning two Central Mass. Division 3 dis- travel-industry photography business, trict championships. McElholm is looking to reconnect with any His successful photography business has past athletes he encountered during his since picked up, so he left Leominster, but he tenure at Auburn. spent three years as an assistant coach with “My ultimate objective is to reach out and Worcester Academy and is currently back see if we can have some sort of get togeth- on board with the youth hockey community er,” McElholm said, with an objective date — now with the Worcester Junior Sharks. in the fall. “Reminisce and have fun.” McElholm also garnered another Hall of McElholm won a state championship with Fame honor as he was enshrined in the Winchester as a player in 1955 and as a Winchester Athletic Hall of Fame this past coach with Auburn in 1973. In his first sea- M a y. son with Auburn, the team lost in the state But McElholm has put his personal championship tilt in 1970. While at accomplishments aside and has instead Northeastern, McElholm played in three given the credit to his former players and prestigious Beanpot Tournaments. parents. But it was his first head coaching stint, “The wonderful honors that I have with Brockton, where McElholm cut his received, being elected to these various Hall teeth to become a successful coach. of Fames, is very much predicated on the “They were the greatest group of kids I great players I had and the support of all the had,” he said of a team that won three times, Courtesy photo parents. That’s what made our program suc- lost 78 and tied three before overtaking the Jim McElholm proudly hoists the 1972-73 State Championship trophy with two of his captains. cessful,” he said. “I’m very grateful and program. “Their emotions were sky-high. appreciative.” The kids started to generate publicity and obsession, but in a positive way,” McElholm “What we did that was really unique, we McElholm is looking to plan a get-togeth- the next year a whole flock of freshmen recalled. would play X number of games in Central er for any former Auburn High and/or came in and they turned the program In that 1969-70 inaugural season, Auburn Mass., but if I had a non-league game we Midstate Youth Hockey players and parents. around.” advanced to the state championship game, would play the Boston teams,” he said. If you played for McElholm or know anyone With Brockton returning to hockey losing to Needham — which included “Playing the Boston teams really had an that has, please contact his home at (508) 987- prominence, McElholm ventured to Natick Robbie Ftorek, a former NHL player and influence on us.” 0903 or email [email protected]. where he coached a “good, solid team” for head coach of the Boston Bruins — by a 4-1 Playing the Boston teams — plus scrim- “I’m very much interested in meeting up three years. final. maging against private schools — culminat- with friends of the past,” McElholm con- But then, in 1969, a dream job scenario — McElholm implemented a strong non-con- ed in the 1972-73 state championship season, cluded. to be able to teach in the school and coach ference schedule for his hockey team, which when the Dandies (since changed to the hockey — came calling in Auburn. the student-athletes took advantage of. Rockets) defeating Arlington High, 5-4. “Auburn’s kids and parents, there was an 12 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013 Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 13 Ceremony to mark anniversary, Little Texas to perform

formance by pianist John “Anyone at the fair can president, my mom was a commemoration of the be, she just can’t wait for SPENCER Bressler, and lawn tractor sign up and saw a piece of president — I’m one of the fair’s 125th birthday. the gates to open. continued from page 1 racing. wood,” she said. “It doesn’t Andrews, from Andrews “The Commission of “I think it’s going to be a Pigs and dozens more. In addition to perform- cost to go up and do it, you Farm on Paxton Road.” Agriculture is going to be great fair,” she said. “I real- There will also be dozens ances by Little Texas and just sign up and try your The fair holds a special coming,” she said, adding ly do.” of demonstrations, high- the Bad Tickers Band, hand at it — and you just place for her family for that organizers hope other Where will she go first? lighted by this year’s Monday will feature the might win a ribbon and tro- many reasons, including a dignitaries, including state “The cattle barn,” she “Sheep to Shawl Exhibit” hypnotist show and an phy.” sentimental one, she said. Sen. Stephen Brewer and said, and then chuckled. with Lynn Snelling. oxen-pulling contest. What’s best about the fair “My parents met at the state Reps. Anne Gobi and “Sorry. It’s what I am. It’s “In her tent, she’ll have Davies said she’s espe- is there is truly something Spencer Fair,” she said. Peter Durant, will partici- what I do.” people shearing sheep, and cially excited to have Little for everyone, Davies said. “My dad was from Spencer, pate. Davies’ second favorite spinning yarn — all the dif- Texas, which she described “If you like carnivals and he was showing cows, and During the ceremony,spe- pastime at the fair is to just ferent stages, from, well, as “country-rockish.” rides, we have a great carni- my mom was from cial recognition will be walk around. sheep to shawl!” Davies “When you listen to them, val and rides,” she said. “If Hampden, she was showing given to those who have “I like to watch people, said. I bet you’ll hear a song and you like food, we have plen- cows. They were in the been loyal to the fair for a especially the little kids,” In addition to the demoli- say, ‘Gee, I’ve heard that ty of that, too. If you like tents — they were tents long time, Davies said. she said. “To see a kid come tion derby, Friday’s high- song before,’” she said. agriculture and animals, then — and he asked her, “We’ll be giving out to the fair for the first time, lights will also include the All other entertainment we have lots of that. If you ‘Can you please milk my awards to vendors that have and to see their eyes light band Usual Suspects and will be held all four days. like exhibits, there are cows for me so I can do my been with us for 30 years or up when they see the Ferris the garden-tractor pull. That includes the Lumber exhibits. It’s a well-rounded chores at home?’ She said more,” Davies said. wheel, and then see them Saturday will feature the Jills, which is new this year. experience for the whole ‘Sure,’ and that was it, I Special “Friends of over by the talking-vegeta- hypnotist show, the pickup “They’re lumberjacks family.” guess.” Agriculture” awards will bles show, just sitting there, that are girls,” Davies said. Davies said she couldn’t also be made, though so entranced. There’s so truck pull and Bon Jersey, BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION which is a Bon Jovi tribute Another form of enter- imagine life without the Davies is mum on who will much joy.” show. tainment that’s always pop- Spencer Fair. Saturday will feature be receiving those. For more information, On Sunday will be anoth- ular because anyone can “I grew up with the something Davies is very “It’s a surprise,” she said. log on to er hypnotist show, a per- participate, Davies said, is Spencer Fair,” said Davies, proud to be part of: The Davies said that as much www.spencerfair.org. the log-sawing contest. 51. “My dad was a two-time work as she’ll know it will LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDERS

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Elderbus closed Sept. 2 Local dancers bring REGION — All S.C.M. Elderbus offices will be closed on home regional awards Monday, September 2 to observe Labor Day. Please note that you need to call 1-800- SOUTHBRIDGE/NORTH 321-0243 two days (48-business hours in BROOKFIELD — Dancers advance to schedule a ride. from Kara Anderson’s Dance Studio recently brought home regional title awards. Knox Trail Junior High School Serenity Kauppila, 8, from Fourth Quarter Honor Roll North Brookfield, won the title of Jr. Miss Dynamite, at SPENCER— The following students have the Dynamite National been named to the honor roll at Knox Trail Competition in Worcester, in Junior High School for the fourth quarter April. of the school year. Amanda Priest, 18, from North Brookfield, won the HIGH HONORS title of Sr.Miss Dynamite, also in Worcester. Grade 8: Victoria Rose Ahaesy, Madisyn Miranda Moisan, 17, from Lynne Audette, Meghan Irene Bowen, North Brookfield, won the Ryan Matthew Casault, Cole Richard title Sr. Miss National Dance Cashman, Tyler Jonathan Clayfield, Showcase at the National Britnie Marie Cournoyer, Max Alden Amanda Priest Miranda Moisan Dance Showcase Talent Serenity Kauppila Donahue, Craig Warren Dwinal, Olivia Competition in Providence, R.I. Doros Fahey,Elycie Marie Figarski, Jeffrey The KADS Competition Team consists of 40 dancers from both the Southbridge and North Brookfield Studios. They compete in Ryan Fulmer, Eric Richard Fyrberg, three or four competitions throughout New England each year. The team brought home many platinum, high scoring awards, spe- Abigall Ann Gershman, Cheyanne Rose cial awards and choreography awards this year. Gustafson, Jaymee Lee Hayes, Ryan William Hennigan, Abby Lynn LaFountain, Deanna Marie McCrillis, Alyson Justine Maynard, Connor Patrick Melvin, Dylon Steven Mercon, Hannah ters participating in the campaign, 322 Deanna Marie McKnight, Cassandra McCaffrey, Derrick Obilitey Mensah, Ellen Morse, Emiy Michelle Mullen, Ryan were awarded recognition. Jeanne Miller, Jordan Rachael Modig, Maison Alex Miller, Katherina Elizabeth James Nolan, Amanda Cheryl Pedjoe, “We are grateful to be recognized by the Anastasia Marie Noyes, Lilly Starr Rose Miner, William Jacob Mitchell, Emily Kathryn Elisabeth Pepe, Rachel Elizabeth Department of Health and Human Perron, Rachel June Petruzzi, Michael Margaret Naim, Zachary Stephen Natale, Perry, Jacklyn Marie Prunier, Breanna Services for our commitment to saving Richard Reniere, Alexander Michael Amaldo Joel Ortiz, Erin Gabrielle Parker, Marie Rolins, Hanna Elizabeth Rybicid, lives through organ donation,” said Lisa Schrader, Timothy Jacob Sears, John Taylor Rachael Perron, Whitney Lee Perry, Dylon Kenneth Sandstrom, Brian Beaudry, MPH, BSN, CNM, director of Thomas Traino, Jacob Joseph Tutlis, Kayla Grace Randall, Jillian Anne Roy, Sarmento, Sean Sarm ento, Connor Allyn patient care services. “This award is a Rebekka Marie Yang. Elisa Victoria Simonovitch, Terrell Bishup Scott, Cameron Serrano, Evans Anesti reflection of the collaborative efforts of Grade 7: Emily Grace Anderson, John Smith, Jesse Ray St. Peter, Joseph Mathew Soter, Sarah Elizabeth Sputo, Rhianna our staff to increase education and under- Robert Button, Chantel Roy Croteau, Thebeau, Rachael Lee Thibeault, Matthew Elizabeth Sweeney, Joseph Anthony Van standing of the organ donation process Brendan John DeCoff, William Steven Paul Toomey, Alexander Jared, Toth, Dam, Savannah Gail Vangel, Claudia with our patients and our community Demarski, Michaela Elizabeth Duquette, Jenifer Lynn Treadway, Dustin George Elizabeth White, Danielle Olivia Zanchi. members. We hope that by being recog- Heather Lynn Fontaine, Kaylee Elizabeth VanDyke, Jonathan Henry Wheeler, nized for this award, we can continue to Gallegher, Christopher Allen Gleason, Joshua Henry Wheeler, Stefyni Vyctoria Mary Lane recognized create awareness about the ongoing need Micayla Catherine Halloran, Sarah Whitenett, Joseph Robert Wilkman Jr., for organ donation.” Elizabeth McCarthy,Kayla Anne Morrison, Michael Anthony Zanchi. for donation outreach This campaign is a special effort of Nicole Ann Ouellette, Magdalen Snow Grade 7: Codie Thomas Abraham, Julia HRSA’s Workplace Partnership for Life to Paul, Madison Ruth Ramsey. Kathryn Barton, Jacqauelyn Michelle WARE — Baystate Mary Lane Hospital mobilize the nation’s hospitals to increase HONORS Boklis, Chandler William Boucher, Kyle was among a select group of hospitals the number of people in the country who Mark Bouvier, Sean Patrick Burke, nationwide recognized by the United States are registered organ, eye and tissue Grade 8: Robert Edward Ahearn, Jillian Alexandra Menard Button, Madison Department of Health and Human donors. The campaign unites donation Eve Anderson, Amanda Lynn Bowen, Pasque Catino, Caitlyn Alison Churchey, Services for reaching gold, silver and advocates at hospitals with representatives Colby Stephen Brennan, Elizabeth Brianne Lorraine Curtis, Benjamin bronze levels of outreach for organ and tis- from their organ procurement organiza- Madison Buckingham-Brown, Bridget William Deans, Anthony James sue donation and registration. tions, Donate Life America affiliates, and Ashley Canavan, Michael Allen Cleveland DeMichele, Devin John Desforges, Nicole Baystate Mary Lane Hospital conducted state and regional hospital associations. Jr., Jordyn Ashley Cyr, Nicole Faith Elizabeth Doherty, Jayme Anna Dowd, awareness and registry campaigns to edu- Working together, the teams leverage their Dayutis, Kora Lynne Desplaines, David Patrick Michael Dyer, Tiana Elaine cate staff, patients, visitors and community communications resources and outreach Joseph Dubuque, Rachel Marie Duda, Ferguson, Cassandra Lynn Fitzpatrick, members about the critical need for organ, efforts to most effectively spread word of Matthew Raymond Duval, Evan Henry Hannah Rose Fitzpatrick, Samantha Ann eye and tissue donors and, by doing so, the critical need for donors. Fritze, Jacob Thorres Fulmer, Patrick Gibson, Madison Marie Gosselin, Kristin increased the number of potential donors Baystate Mary Lane Hospital worked Joseph Gilbert, Raymond Roy Girard, Marie Hadley, Joseph Timothy Hallihan, on the state’s donor registry. The hospital with LifeChoice Donor Services, the non- Joseph Jefferson Guertin, Emily Christina Sarah Marie Hesselton, April Elizabeth earned points for each activity planned profit federally designated organ procure- Hackett, Mathew Paul Hare, Alexis Hidenfelter, Owen Nathan Huard, Kyle between September 2012 and May 2013 and ment organization serving the hospital, on Ramona Jacoma, Alysia Hayley Joppas, Alexander Jones, Samuel Afonso Kandel, was awarded bronze recognition through the campaign. Boyaa Malik Judd Jr., Meaghan Elizabeth Benjamin Michael Leach, Connor Austin the Workplace Partnership for Life “It is encouraging to see the hospital’s Kelley, Carilynn Ann Kelly, Tyler Earl Lemenager, Taylor Kassidy Ludden, Hospital Campaign, a program launched in commitment to the donation process for Kendrick, Joseph Edward Kennedy, Joshua Thorras MacIntosh, Tonio Celeste 2011 by HHS’s Health Resources and their patients and families both at the time Anthony Mark King, Alivia Hope Maffel, Nicholas Ryan McNamara, Sean Services Administration. of death and before through education Lamoureux, Matthew William Marble, Raymond McNeaney, Desiree Mercedes Of the 924 hospitals and transplant cen- about an important end of life decision,” POLICE REPORTS

Aug. 11 LEICESTER POLICE SPENCER POLICE DEPART- 12:14 a.m.: Disturbance, McDonald St. Loud music for over 24 hours. ARRESTS DEPARTMENT MENT 12:24 p.m.: Suspicious activity, Cherry St. Son’s motor vehicle was egged again Aug. 8 Aug. 7 last night. 5:18 a.m.: Stolen vehicle recovery, Charles 11:16 a.m.: Suspicious activity,Westland Dr. 12:52 p.m.: Police, West Main St. BOLO LEICESTER ARREST St. Report taken. Vehicle egged again. Auburn PD. Aug. 9 7:48 a.m.: Malicious mischief, Mannville St. 11:28 a.m.: Request for police, High St. RE: 2:35 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, prop- Sophie Souza, 50, 521 Ashley Blvd, New Report taken. Dispute with Ex Boyfriend. erty damage, West Main St. Minor acci- Bedford. Disorderly conduct, disturbing 9:15 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, with per- 12:01 p.m.: Request for police, Lincoln St. dent in Klem’s lot, no personal injury. the peace, resisting arrest. sonal injury, Main and Church St’s. Report Possible fraud. 2:45 p.m.: Larceny from motor vehicle, Jonathan Siegel, 29, 25 Queen St. taken. 4:58 p.m.: Harassing phone calls, High St. Wilson Ave. Items taken from motor Worcester. Shoplifting by asportation, lar- 10:43 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, South 7:55 p.m.: Disturbance, neighbors, Valley vehicle parked in yard. ceny over $250. main St. with personal injury. Report St. Neighbor lighting his fire pit. Aug. 12 Robert G. Astrella, 32, 40 Wigwam Rd. taken, 8:33 p.m.: Juvenile matter, Main St. Kids 9:22 a.m.: Police, High St. Threatening West Brookfield. (2) Counts of failing to Aug. 9 playing ball after hours. and harassing calls. stop for police, operating motor vehicle 8:03 a.m.: Officer wanted, Pleasant St. 10:49 p.m.: Request for police, Mechanic St. 3:54 p.m.: Disturbance, Watson and with suspended license, speeding, failing Arrest made. Receiving text messages, threats. Irving St’s. Male/female, yelling, swear- to stop/yield, reckless operation of motor 1:14 p.m.: Hazardous condition, Leicester Aug. 8 ing. vehicle, cruelty to animal, unregistered Primary School, Paxon St. Services ren- 12:35 a.m.: Operating under influence of 5:22 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, prop- motor vehicle, uninsured motor vehicle, dered. 2:41 p.m.: Abandoned 911, Stafford liquor or drugs, Chestnut St. Male possible erty damage, Main St. In lot. number plate violation to conceal ID. St. Services rendered. drunk drove away from bar. 7:40 p.m.: Juvenile matter, Old Farm Rd. Aug. 10 2:46 p.m.: Shoplifting, Wal-Mart-Soojians 7:42 a.m.: Suspicious activity, Wilson Ave. Request escort. Matthew Thomas Moore, 31, 24 Taylor St. Dr. Arrest made. Vehicle ransacked last night. 7:55 p.m.: Animal control, Woodside Rd. Springfield. Operating motor vehicle with 11:05 p.m.: Noise complaint, Main St. 9:39 a.m.: Larceny, attempted, West Main Bear sighting. suspended license, subsequent offense, Spoken to. St. Speak with officer RE: Debit card. Aug. 13 marked lanes violation, straight warrant. Aug. 10 11:34 a.m.: Intelligence, West Main St. 1:11 a.m.: Disturbance, Neighbors, Brian K. Thorin, 28, 178 Princeton St. 1:41 a.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Main St and Sturbridge BOLO RE: Male exposing self, Mechanic St. Sounds like a party, loud Jefferson. Marked lanes violation, negli- Town Beach Rd. Arrest made. dark blue Nissan. music and voices. gent operation of motor vehicle, operating 2:40 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, no per- 1:37 p.m.: Harassing phone calls, Pleasant 3:00 a.m.: Suspicious activity, Chestnut under influence liquor. sonal injury, Main and Church St’s. St. Over 15 calls in a row. St. 3 youths came knocking on door and 9:58 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, no per- 1:48 p.m.: Disturbance, Liquor establish- ran. sonal injury, Main and King Ct. Report ment, Chestnut St. and Granvilles Pub. 4:46 a.m.: Suspicious activity, persons, taken. Has concerns. Main St. Truck was edged sometime SPENCER ARRESTS 11:20 a.m.: Abandoned 911, Boyd St. 3:02 p.m.: Vandalism, Chestnut St. during night. Aug. 7 Services rendered. Apartment trashed. 12:00 p.m.: Request for police, West Steven T. Augusto Jr., 25, 4 Book St. 1:57 p.m.: Larceny, Deerpond Auto, 7:07 p.m.: Request for police, Park St. and Main St. Male asking for money. Oxford. Warrant. Huntoon Memorial Hwy. Luther Hill Park. Re: Parties on beach. 5:27 p.m.: Burglary,Lake St. 2 RX bottles Donna W. Daunais, 52, 27 Prospect St. 4:54 p.m.: Shoplifting, Wal-Mart-Soojians. Aug. 9 missing. Rutland. Operating motor vehicle under Arrest made. 6:23 a.m.: Request for police, Maple St. Male 5:35 p.m.: Domestic-abuse, neglect, High influence liquor, 4th offense. 10:08 p.m.: Disturbance, Waite St. Services request officer/wife taking kids? St. 911 hang up. Aug. 8 Rendered. 6:34 a.m.: Larceny from motor vehicle, 5:44 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, prop- Joshua R. Boykin, 23, 10 Powers St. Aug. 11 Chickering Rd. Work laptop taken from erty damage, Main St. No personal Spencer. Operating motor vehicle under 1:30 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident,, no per- vehicle. injury. influence liquor, 2nd offense, driving with sonal injury, South Main St. Report taken. 3:06 p.m.: Mutual aid, West Main St. LPD 7:08 p.m.: Disturbance, Maple St. Father open container of alcohol. 3:38 p.m.: Shoplifting, Wal-Mart-Soojians Request assistance with shoplifter at in law yelling outside. Aug. 13 Dr. Investigated. Walmart. 9:22 p.m.: Vandalism, Destruction/dam- Kelly M. Hanrahan, 24, 97 Elm St. North Aug. 12 5:43 p.m.: Medical, Pond St. Gunshot wound age property, Maple St. Someone drove Brookfield. Operating motor vehicle 7:43 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, no per- to hand? across lawn? under influence of liquor, operating negli- sonal injury.Main St. Report taken. 6:15 p.m.: Police, Clark Rd. Had argument 9:23 p.m.: Operating under influence of gently to endanger, failing to drive right 6:35 p.m.: Larceny, Wal-Mart-Soojians Dr. with girl friend? alcohol or drugs, North Brookfield Rd. lane. Arrest made. Aug. 10 Unknown personal injury. Brian A. Leao, 24, 88 High Point Dr. North 7:27 p.m.: Disturbance, Gleason Way and 12:39 p.m.: Animal control, Old Farm Rd. 11:12 p.m.: Request for police, Wall St. Grafton. Operating motor vehicle under Warren Ave. Spoken to. Reports dog caught a snapping turtle. Vehicle hit subject and left. influence of liquor, operating motor vehi- 8:13 p.m.: Larceny, Wal-Mart-Soojians Dr. 4:47 p.m.: Request for plice, Howe Village, Aug. 14 cle under influence drug, 2nd offense, Spoken to. Bothered by male while doing laundry. 4:48 a.m.: Request for police, GH Wilson operating motor vehicle negligently to Aug. 13 8:05 p.m.: Disturbance, neighbors, Elm. Rd. Lent vehicle to friend and want it endanger, defective equipment. 10:23 a.m.: Missing person, South Main St. Fighting on first floor. back. Assisted party. 10:44 p.m.: Fire-woods, grass, Church St. 6:27 a.m.: Suspicious activity, Main St. 7:20 p.m.: Fire, unauthorized burning, Unattended backyard fire. Vehicle egged again last night. Towtaid St. Spoken to. 11:25 p.m.: Request for police, Sherman Grove. Heard someone at her door? Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 15 Mizikar chosen as new Leicester town administrator

cial management experi- es to expand and bringing unanimous choice for town LEICESTER ence,” such as working on business to town, and tar- administrator. continued from page 1 new documents and poli- geting certain sectors of “We each individually did Doing the in-depth back- cies for financial depart- the economy and “pounce a lot of background ground on one person ments in Grafton. on the opportunities that researching as well,” she instead of three will save Mizikar said he is an present themselves.” said. “Without having the town money, she said. “empathetic person,” Mizikar described his talked to him, but knowing The hope, Wilson said, is which can be tough when management style as “very their personalities, once to have the new town forced to lay someone off open, collaborative and Kevin was in that chair I administrator start in four because of budget con- communicative,” with an didn’t have much doubt that to six weeks. Robert Reed straints — something he easygoing style and a wish we would all come to the retired July 31, but agreed had to do in Grafton, since to keep everyone updated same agreement.” to stay on a part-time basis he handles human on what’s happening. Also on Monday, select- until his successor comes resources matters as assis- Mizikar said he and his men decided to give on board. tant town administrator. family drove up to Leicester Administrative Assistant According to his resume But, he added, he deals with and walked around the Susan LeChasseur $1,000 and LinkedIn profile Jonathan Sistare Shaun Suhoski it by “being quadrupled town to get a sense of the for the extra work she did (http://linkd.in/1d853oL), prepared” and thinking community. And when he during the three weeks in what he would ask if he applied for the position, he Mizikar has been Grafton’s the United States under the President’s June Reed was on vacation, were the person being laid said, he “saw a lot of com- assistant town administra- Department of Energy, eco- Management Agenda. and the extra work she’ll be off. patibilities” between his tor since April 2011. He nomic development direc- Mizikar graduated from doing between July 31 and On economic develop- experience and the town. started his career in the tor in Mount Holly,N.J., and West Virginia University the new town administra- ment, Mizikar suggested Mizikar said his career public sector as an intern in executive director of the with a bachelor’s degree in tor’s first day of work. three things he could work goal is to be a town adminis- the West Virginia Senate Toms River Business political science in 2001 and on to help Leicester: trator, so working in more than a decade ago. Development Corporation a master’s degree in public David Dore may be Investing in infrastructure Leicester would be “just the He’s since worked for the in New Jersey. administration in 2003. reached at (508) 909-4140, or (not just roads and bridges, next right step for me in my City of Morgantown, W.Va., While at the Department During his interview by email at ddore@stone- but also schools and parks), career.” as an intern and finance of Energy, he served on a with selectmen, Mizikar bridgepress.com. “building entrepreneur- Wilson said she was not analyst, a budget analyst at project at the White House discussed his “solid finan- ship” by allowing business- surprised Mizikar was the ‘Great opportunity’ this weekend to see what group is about

“We have barnyard games that The fair is the culmination of a 4-H FAIR anyone can participate in,” year’s worth of work and activity continued from page 1 Kiritsis said. “Things like relay- for the 500 children in 45 4-H clubs GET YOUR TICKETS NOW Produce, crafts, baked goods, pub- race-type games, obstacle courses in the region, Kiritsis said. FOR CHICKEN lic speaking and even popsicle- with bales of hay, things the kids “The fair is an opportunity for 4-H BBQ love.” kids to put on display things they stick structures and heaviest-zuc- SPENCER — There’s more to the Worcester County 4-H Fair’s Sunday is highlighted by a made during the year,” Kiritsis chini contest. corn-shucking contest than meets the eye — or ear. series of horse contests and said, adding that all children, not “There’s all kinds of judging “It’s a fun and efficient way to get all the corn shucked for our demonstrations that start at 8:30 just those in 4-H, can exhibit their contests — food judging and veg- chicken barbecue dinner,” said Lorraine Kiritsis, 4-H educator and a.m., but there’s still lots more. work. etable judging and flower judging, fair coordinator. At 10 a.m., there’s the corn- “It’s for any kids interested in topography, conservation … ,” The dinner is one of the biggest attractions at the fair, Kiritsis shucking contest and lawn- and exhibiting artwork from school, Kiritsis said. said. garden-tractor pull. At 11 a.m. or if they’ve done any garden- In addition to bragging rights “A lot of people come just for the chicken barbecue,” she said. there’s the fashion revue. Then, at ing,” she said. “Anyone can and ribbons, winners are given The dinner includes half a chicken cooked over an open pit, a 12:30 p.m., there’s the chicken bar- enter.” cash prizes, Kiritsis said. baked potato, salad, slice of watermelon, drink and the just-shucked becue dinner. The goal of 4-H is to develop cit- “Years ago, when the fair first corn on the cob. Things begin to wind down izenship, leadership and life skills started, the Agricultural The corn is donated by Breezy Gardens every year, Kiritsis said. with the “Overall Champion of youth. The four Hs stand for Department gave us money and “He picks it that morning, he brings it over, then we have the corn Show” of all animals at 1 p.m. and head, hands, heart and health. they still support the fair,” shucking contest with the kids,” Kiritsis said, adding that the din- the awards ceremony at 2 p.m. For more information about the Kiritsis said. “And we also use the ners start being served at about 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25. For many, the best is saved for 4-H fair, visit www.worcestercoun- money we raise from things like Tickets for the chicken barbecue are available at the fair, but be last — 2:30 p.m. — when it’s time ty4-h.org, which includes a link to the horse show, the snack bar and warned that it’s first come, first served, Kiritsis said. for the auction of vegetables, the entire 66-page fair book. For the chicken barbecue.” “If people are interested, the tickets are on sale all morning,” she flowers, food and other available information about 4-H in general, At 7 p.m. the “Family Fun said. “Last year, we actually sold out after about 250 dinners. It’s items. That, too, funds the prize visit www.4-H.org. Night” begins. very popular.” money. Southbridge man fatally injured in The dark mark Leicester accident when the rest of our classmates LEICESTER — A Southbridge resident died MINOR from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash continued from page A8 were out on the playground. It would turn out to be the only Wednesday, Aug. 14 on Route 56 in Leicester. “detention” I ever had in my life. Cameron J. Collaro, 24, of 49 Chestnut St., We were silent, and I was terri- was pronounced dead shortly after he arrived Sure, I had my share of talking to, fied. I had never been in this much at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Worcester. trouble before at school. I had but it never warranted anything According to a Leicester police press more than that. I’m pretty proud of never talked back once, and never release, police responded to several 911 calls in the Toyota. Both vehicles were towed from really been yelled at before. Sure, I that record, but I’m also aware around 11:40 p.m. Aug. 14 reporting that a the scene. had my minor moments (pun that that dark stain remains, motorcycle crashed into a car in the area of Both drivers were brought by Leicester intended), but I had never faced messing up my otherwise flawless Kindred Hospital at 111 Huntoon Memorial ambulance to St. Vincent’s Hospital. Moore the principal — not like this. disciplinary record. Highway (Route 56), near the intersection with was treated for non-life threatening injuries She proceeded to scold us for our Closing my eyes, I can still Stafford Street. and released. actions, and deservedly so, but remember that day,now more than Police arrived on scene and found that a 2004 The investigation was continuing as of what came next, as the four of us 20 years ago, and feeling terror in Suzuki motorcycle operated by Collaro was Monday, Aug. 19, Leicester Police Chief James traveling north on Route 56. A 2007 Toyota stood there, afraid, stuck with me my 8-year-old mind at the thought Hurley said. Matrix operated by Cherrilin E. Moore, 48, of Helping Leicester police at the scene were more than any amount of yelling of being in so much trouble. Now, some of you can read this Worcester had just exited Kindred Hospital the Massachusetts State Police, the Leicester or disciplining ever will, and it when the collision occurred. and think to yourself, “Wow! Ambulance Service and the Leicester Fire wasn’t even a word. There was nobody else on the motorcycle or Department. It was a look — not a look of Recess detention? That’s all you anger or wrath, but a look that got?” conveyed disappointment, the Maybe they were lenient with look all mothers master as they us, maybe not — but I’ll tell you discipline their children. I had this, I spent the rest of that day in only seen this look from my own those dirty, nasty, muddy clothes mother when I had disobeyed at — that was a punishment in and of home. I had never gotten that look itself ! before at school. It stung. And that look stuck with me. Adam Minor may be reached at Our punishments were handed 508-909-4130, or by e-mail at down swiftly — five recess deten- [email protected]. tions, to be served after lunchtime, 16 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013 Local residents participating in Jimmy Fund walk WALK continued from page A1 their participation in the event – and their personal reasons for walking. Charlene Grammatic of Auburn, for example, participates “mostly because of my mother – who was my best friend and passed away from colon cancer back in 2011. She fought a long, hard battle with this disease for about 5-6 years.” “I took care of her every single day that she was sick,” says Grammatic, adding that her father “had a very difficult time with this – she passed away about eight months before their 50th wedding anniversary.” “I got the one-on-one time while Laura and Keith Baum of Webster sold lemonade and cookies to raise funds for taking care of her,” says their Jimmy Fund Walk next month. Their family’s team, “Cure ATRT Now,” Grammatic. “I slept next to her acknowledges Laura’s survival of a rare form of brain cancer. bedside every day that she was in the hospital … and while she was walk the entire 26 miles, the in hospice. I was only 32 when she other and the kids will join passed away, and she was only in for the last five miles. 71.” “It’s symbolic of our last That closeness inspired five years together,” says Grammatic to take the BMJFW to Mom. “We feel blessed that she’s with us and delighted heart. “Every year, she (Mom) Courtesy photos motivates me to help out the to be on ‘the other side of the fence.’ We’re going to Charlton resident Bob Martin, right, walks as part of the Rich’s Road Crew team Jimmy Fund any way that I possi- named for his friend Rich Haskins, left, team captain and a cancer survivor. bly can. I actually walk with a cross the finish line togeth- necklace that has her ashes in it. er.” Therefore, she is there in spirit, “The kids are old enough supporting everyone that partici- to understand what the pates.” walk is about,” she adds, As a member of the “Houlie’s “and they’ve even done a lot Heroes” team started by her of their own fundraising. brother Ron (of Spencer), The “Cure ATRT Now” Grammatic does one of the short- team comprises about 20 er walks (either 3 or 5 miles) “to family members and be able to walk with my father, friends, including 10-year- who is currently 73 years old.” old Lelia Finkel, who has The team raised nearly $15,000 been busy raising her own last year, through donations, a funds to support her neigh- golf tournament, and a car show. bors. “It’s pretty neat to see “This year we are also including a all the support. There are a poker run, where all the dona- lot of life lessons here to tions/proceeds will go straight to teach early on,” says Erika. our team account,” she adds. “It’s truly a family affair Looking ahead, Grammatic this year. It’s our first year says, “I can’t wait to include my for that.” future children in this event, as I Bob Martin of Charlton, The Baum family of Webster will walk the walk know my mother is looking down meanwhile, has had more together – for the first time – on Sept. 8. upon us everyday and is so proud than his fair share of per- of what my family and friends do sonal exposure to the rav- Walk this year, but has been to help those in need.” ages of cancer. “My primary rea- active in the UMass Cancer Walk Charlene’s brother, Ron, of son for walking,” he says, “is my and Susan G. Komen events in the Spencer walks the entire Boston mother, who died of lung cancer past. As a two-time breast cancer Marathon route as leader of at 39, when I was just 17 and in survivor (currently in remission), “Houlie’s Heroes” and says, “I high school.” His maternal grand- she knows firsthand what it takes used to listen to the WEEI mother and a beloved godmother to battle the disease. She also telethon every year and then give died from colon cancer and ovari- knows the pains of losing. “My a donation, but I eventually said, an cancer, respectively, and “a lot grandparents died of lung cancer ‘There’s gotta be more I can do.’” of other family members and and my Dad of colon cancer,” she After sitting down and listening friends” help motivate him to says. “I have a good friend bat- to others’ reasons for walking and walk (this is his second year of Garry and Peg Melia and kids were all members of Rich’s Road Crew in 2012. tling pancreatic cancer, and I just drawing upon his mother’s expe- BMJFW participation) and to ride wanted to do something more.” rience, he joined forces with West in the annual Pan Mass “It’s hard to find anyone who melanoma,” and he himself department to find out it they’ll Brookfield Selectman Mark Long Challenge, which he recently hasn’t been touched by cancer,” underwent “major surgery” relat- match your gift and double it’s to form the team about four years completed along with thousands she adds. Electing to walk the full ed to colo-rectal cancer, from impact. I would love to see the day ago. “It was just the two of us that of others. Marathon course on her first try, which he considers himself when the word cancer only first year,” says Grammatic. Through his PMC participa- she admits that “every day is a cured. applies to the zodiac sign.” Now with 20 members, the team tion, he has raised more than battle. Even after chemotherapy, “I’m so blessed to survive,” he BMJFW walkers from has a goal of $20,000 this year. $101,500 in the last eight years. He the effects linger for a while. But says, adding that he finally decid- Stonebridge Press area towns What’s in the name? “When I was calls his Jimmy Fund walking if my bones can handle it, I’ll do ed to join the Jimmy Fund Walk, include: Auburn – Rina Cavallini, growing up, my Mom called the “an off-shoot of my PMC” efforts all 26.2 miles.” on the eve of its 25th anniversary, Charlene Grammatic, Jerry crowd I was hanging around with and credits fellow Charltonite That determination, she hopes, in February, prior to this year’s Hastings, Jennifer Lawlor, in high school ‘houligans,’ which Alan Turner, who recently com- will also inspire potential donors Marathon bombing, which Jennifer Osborn, and Richard we shortened to ‘houlies.’ That’s pleted his 21st PMC ride, with get- to want to go the extra mile, help- became one of “all those things” Rogan; Charlton – Robert Martin the vanity plate on my car.” ting him involved in that effort. ing her raise the required funds motivating him toward that deci- and Jamie Zeveska; Spencer – Ron Grammatic sees his participa- He acknowledges PMC team- and more. “I just want to help,” sion. Since then, he has gotten his Grammatic, Matthew Ryel, and tion as a way of “just trying to mates Tony and Tina O’Donnell she says, “and to know I’m help- brother, who lives in New Jersey, Evelyn Wright; Sturbridge – Lisa give back.” Spending time in and Ed White also as main moti- ing.” involved, and by way of independ- Schofield; Webster – Danielle Boston area hospitals as part of vators/supporters. Jerry Hastings, of Auburn, ent training, they’ll do the walk Allard, Eric Baum, Erika Baum, his work (for a roofing contrac- Having grown up in Sutton, and isn’t as much concerned about the together on Sept. 8. Laura Baum, Keith Baum, Holly tor), he sees “a lot of those deal- having “several friends who’ve fundraising as about the emotion- Of the monies raised by the Bernier, Lelia Finkel, Jim Konz, ing with cancer” and is invariably had cancer and survived,” Martin al support, the networking, the event, he says, “We have the pre- April Smith, Timothy Smith, and moved to want to do something to walks in the BMJFW as part of story-sharing associated with the eminent institution in the world Urszula Sobczak. help. “With 20 members on the “Rich’s Road Crew,” a team led by Jimmy Fund Walk. “It’s not about right here. We’re so lucky to have The 25th Anniversary Boston team this year,” he says, “I know friend Rich Haskins. Garry Melia, the money for me. I don’t like ask- it.” His hope is “that they can beat Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk is we’ll make our goal.” he says, is “another awesome ing others for money, so the funds it (cancer) in my daughter’s gen- presented by Hyundai. Since its Erika Baum, of Webster, has member of the crew,” whose team I raise come mostly from me, but eration.” Adding that he has a pic- 1989 inception, the event has walked the walk with husband members strengthen each other it’s the walking and the experi- ture of himself receiving an raised nearly $87 million, which Eric for the last four years. This while raising funds for the cause. ence that motivate me,” says award following his last directly benefits New England year, their two kids – Keith, 8, and Suggesting that he’ll continue Hastings. Marathon run in 1989, he says, residents, as well as people across Laura, 6 1/2 — will join them. riding and walking for a few more As a former Boston Marathon “They don’t need to give me an the globe affected by all types of Laura, in fact, is the main inspira- years “and then let the younger runner (until 1989), Hastings says, award this time.” This time, he’s cancer. The event annually raises tion and motivation behind the generation take over,” Martin “Nobody on earth is not touched tackling the course to honor fami- the most money of any single-day family’s efforts. Just a few days notes that cancer “has deeply by cancer, which doesn’t discrimi- ly and friends, and to celebrate walk in the nation. after her first birthday, she was affected me – which is why I have nate by age or situation or any- his own blessings. The Boston Athletic diagnosed with ATRT, a rare (only to give 110 percent to the cause.” thing else.” His sister died of Jamie Zeveska of Charlton con- Association (BAA) has supported 30 cases a year) form of brain can- And why he now focuses on can- colon cancer, and a very close siders her participation a show of the BMJFW for 25 years. Walkers cer. “You’re not supposed to sur- cer survivors, their needs, and friend (since childhood) was support and appreciation, and a leaving from Dana-Farber are vive,” says Erika, “but here she is, their stories of hope and promise. taken by lung cancer. He also has way to honor those who have bat- escorted by members of the ready for first grade.” Lisa Schofield of Sturbridge is walking her first Jimmy Fund a friend enduring “end-stage tled or are still battling cancer. Massachusetts Chiefs of Police While one of the parents will “Sadly, most people have a loved Association (MCPA). The Jimmy one that has battled some form of Fund has been the official charity cancer,” says Zeveska. “My neigh- of the MCPA since 1953. bor of 30 years, Barbara Belanger, In 1948, the Jimmy Fund was lost her battle with brain cancer founded with the help of the on July 1, 2011. My husband’s Variety Club of New England, uncle, Paul Vigeant, fought coura- which organized a radio broad- geously with brain cancer and cast from the bedside of 12-year- lost his battle in May of this year. old cancer patient Einar Presently, my cousin Susi is bat- Gustafson – dubbed Jimmy – as tling liver cancer (along with he was visited by members of the Stage 4 breast cancer) and has Boston Braves baseball team. outlived her doctor’s predic- Contributions poured in to buy tions.” him a television set so he could “I am walking in memory of watch the Braves play from his Barbara and Uncle Paul, as well home in Maine. Gustafson, who as in support of Susi and all the lived to be a father and grandfa- other individuals currently fight- ther, passed away in January 2001. ing their battles,” says Zeveska. “I In 1953, Boston Red Sox owners love seeing posts on Facebook Tom and Jean Yawkey adopted from those who have survived … the Jimmy Fund as the team’s and hopefully many more people official charity when the Braves can hold up signs saying they (are moved to Milwaukee. Today, the now) cancer free.” Jimmy Fund is widely regarded Noting that would-be donors as New England’s favorite charity. can either give directly to the Financial contributions to this Jimmy Fund Walk or to a specific year’s BMJFW can be made until walker or team (by visiting: Oct. 31. www.jimmyfundwalk.org/2013), Walking with a team raises spirits as well as funds for the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. she urges people to “check with Mark Ashton can be reached at: your company’s human resources [email protected], or Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 17

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More mal shelter, the West Brookfield a missionary. the services rendered at this point recently he has been employed at library and the Salvation Army, Jeff Burdick, who worked with in his life, 18-year-old Tyler Davis McDonald’s in Spencer. donated blood and helped with Tyler in the Young Men’s is about to embark on his greatest Prospective missionaries do not the town cleanup and food drive Program, said, “Tyler has an out- service — and challenge — yet. choose where they want to serve, in North Brookfield. He served on going and fun personality that we In a few weeks, he will be leav- but submit papers to Church the Youth Activities Committee at will miss while he is in California ing home to start a two-year mis- headquarters in Salt Lake City, his church and held positions of for two years. He will have a great sion for The Church of Jesus Utah, and wait to see where their leadership in the Young Men’s impact for good in the lives of Christ of Latter-day Saints. skills and experience will make Program of the church, and was many while on his mission.” Tyler Jerome Davis (known as them most useful. They then the church pianist as well. Along The ecclesiastical leader of the T.J. during his younger years) is spend the next two years of their with other members, he did his local LDS Church is James Dusty, the son of Shelley and Scott young lives following Christ’s share of cutting wood, shoveling who commented, “Tyler is very Davis. The Davis family, which instruction to his apostles to go snow, helping people move and bright and capable and will make also includes 13-year-old Ryan, into the world and preach the more. For his own advancement, his mark in a very positive way no lives in North Brookfield. gospel. he completed and graduated from matter what he tries.” Grandparents Barbara and Davis has been called to serve the church’s four-year Youth At the completion of his mis- Jerome Spencer live in East in the California Ventura Mission Seminary Program while in high sion, Davis plans to attend Brookfield. in southwestern California. school, as well as completed the Brigham Young University-Idaho, After graduating from North Because of the large Spanish- requirements of the “Duty to where he will follow a course of Brookfield Junior-Senior High speaking population there, he will God” award between the ages of study in the medical field. He has School in June, Davis finalized enter the Missionary Training 12 and 18. been accepted at the university, plans to serve a mission for his T.J. Davis Center in Mexico on Sept. 11. While doing all this, Davis and a place is being held for him church. He said he had been During his six weeks there, he maintained “honor roll” grades until he returns from his mission. tary basis. The missionaries pay thinking about serving a mission will take an immersion course in in school, played in the band for Perhaps the most heartwarm- their own way except for travel since he was in grade school. But Spanish. In addition to language eight years, served on Student ing comment that Davis will expenses. They usually have jobs it wasn’t until his senior year that training, during his time at the Council and was a peer leader. In remember while on his mission during their high school years to becoming a missionary became MTC he will learn what to expect his “spare” time, he pursued his was made by his brother, Ryan, earn money for the mission. “real,” and now he is excited that and how to manage the life and interest in Scouting, starting with who he may one day see off on a Davis is no exception. Having he will soon be sharing the Gospel responsibilities of a full-time mis- Cub Scouts and becoming an mission of his own. taken piano lessons since he was 9 with others. sionary. Eagle Scout in December 2011. “I love my brother and am years old at the Fiddle Center, a Full-time missionary service The years leading up to his mis- With a “resume” like this, it is proud of the decision he has music shop in East Brookfield, he for young men and women is sion have been well spent by no wonder that the Church lead- made to go on a mission,” he said. later worked there in customer encouraged by The Church of Davis as he has offered service to ers who have worked with Davis “I know he will be able to change service. As he progressed musi- Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the community and his church. over the years have only positive people’s lives.” cally, he was able to teach piano but serving is entirely on a volun- He volunteered at the local ani- things to say about his success as McGovern stops by local towns, announces grants well.” GRANTS Through the property reuse analysis, continued from page 1 Gaudette said, “we’ll be looking at some of Administrator Adam Gaudette said the the depreciated properties in town and $798,892 Community Development Block looking to see how we can get back them to Grant would be used for housing rehabilita- maximize their best use.” The focus would tion (17 units in Spencer and North be on the downtown area, he said. Brookfield), a “property reuse analysis” Andrew Loew, senior planner with the focusing on downtown Spencer, and infra- Pioneer Valley Planning Commission in structure planning around the eastern end Springfield, said the East Side neighbor- of North Main Street in North Brookfield. hood infrastructure planning program in Spencer will continue a successful hous- North Brookfield would look at things such ing rehabilitation program that started in as stormwater drainage, sidewalks, and fiscal 2008 and continued with CDBG fund- water and sewer services to “the east side of ing in fiscal 2012. Gaudette said it is for downtown” to see what needs to be “folks of low and moderate income.” replaced. The program allows homeowners to “This will give us a roadmap going for- make improvements and repairs to their ward to apply for design and construction homes, and take out a loan that becomes a funding for specific projects,” Loew said. grant if they live there for at least 15 years. According to North Brookfield Selectman If the building is sold before then, the loan Mary Walter, the town is applying for a haz- must be paid back on a prorated basis. ard mitigation grant to support the plan- For investor building owners, they would ning and engineering for the infrastructure David Dore photo program. Money has been put aside for pre- have to put up 25 percent of the money for From left, North Brookfield Assistant Fire Chief Joe Holway, North Brookfield Fire Chief Brad Gannon, liminary designs, she said. the project up front or take out a 15-year, no- Congressman James McGovern, North Brookfield EMS Director Patrick Kiritsy and North Brookfield EMT “This money goes directly to benefit the interest loan for 50 percent of the project Stephanie Jackson were part of Monday morning’s grant announcement at the North Brookfield fire station. cost. people, the residents of the town, people of To be eligible, the building’s residents low and moderate incomes, and we’re very less than 50,000. money and get us into something new,” said must meet income requirements set by the appreciative of the congressman and our Assistant Fire Chief Joe Holway. “We want federal Department of Housing and Urban legislators for their efforts,” Gaudette said. ‘DESERVE BETTER’ to progress in the size of the truck eventu- The Community Development Block Development. North Brookfield was also the recipient of ally, but we got something new.” “The joint program with North Grant program is administered by the Kiritsy credited Donna Gauthier with United States Department of Housing and a $21,450 Rural Development grant to defray Brookfield will help catapult them and start the cost of a new ambulance for the North writing the grant application that was suc- them with their housing rehabilitation pro- Urban Development. Funds are distributed cessfully funded. by the state Department of Housing and Brookfield Emergency Squad. It replaced gram,” Gaudette said, “and hopefully two ambulances that EMS Director Patrick The private nonprofit ambulance service they’ll be talking years down the line about Community Development to cities and offers around-the-clock coverage to resi- towns in Massachusetts with populations of Kiritsy said have seen better days. the continued success of their program as “The two ambulances we had were old,” dents of North Brookfield and New he explained. “They were always breaking Braintree. It went from ALS to BLS service down. We were doing about $10,000 a year in in 2010, and with some other changes it has repairs on the two ambulances. We quickly turned a deficit into a roughly $10,000 sur- realized that if we were going to be finan- plus last year and an estimated $15,000 sur- cially secure, we needed to upgrade to a plus this year. newer ambulance because the repair bills The squad runs on reimbursements from were just too much.” insurance companies and the government, “Simply, the residents of North taxpayer funding (which from North Brookfield deserve better,” McGovern said. Brookfield will be up to $45,000 for fiscal By trading in the two ambulances, getting 2014) and proceeds from the squad’s annual a discount from the manufacturer and subscription drive, which started in July. receiving the federal grant, North Subscriptions are available for $50 per Brookfield EMS ended up spending $16,000 year for individuals, $75 for families, $25 for to buy a 2012 ambulance that’s worth senior citizens and $125 for companies. The $70,000. subscription covers the remaining portion The new ambulance was parked in front of an ambulance bill after the insurance of the fire station Monday morning when company pays its portion. It does not cover McGovern and state and local officials insurance deductibles, nor does it cover stopped by for the grant announcement. people without health insurance. Kiritsy said the ambulance, which meets For more information on the North state specifications, has the equipment Brookfield EMS subscription drive, call needed for a Basic Life Support ambulance (508) 867-6308. service such as North Brookfield EMS. David Dore may be reached at (508) 909- The North Brookfield Ambulance Squad’s new 2012 ambulance was parked outside the fire station Advanced Life Support service is available 4140, or by email at ddore@stonebridge- Monday morning. through mutual aid from other agencies. press.com. “It allowed us to purchase it for a lot less

Millbury) is currently looking for students government, policy and public service to Moore and the dates interested in intern- Moore seeks fall interns for State to intern in his State House office during gain a hands-on experience.” ing, a resume and a writing sample. If posi- the fall months. All year round, Senator Moore welcomes tions are available, students will be noti- House office “As the Massachusetts Senate continues students to his State House office in Boston fied by the Senator’s chief of staff and an the legislative session during the upcom- to participate in an internship. The intern- interview will be scheduled. Students may BOSTON — Sen. Michael O. Moore (D- ing fall months, I am looking for college ship provides an opportunity for students electronically submit application material students to intern in to engage in government and public servic- to [email protected]. All my State House es. internships are unpaid. RONNIE’S SEAFOOD office in Boston,” Any interested college student over the Moore said. “The age of 18 is eligible to apply.When applying Residents asked to help RT. 31 CHARLTON DEPOT internship is a great for an internship, the student must send a opportunity for stu- cover letter stating the reason the student firefighters’ association dents interested in is interesting in interning for Senator “Proudly serving the community for over 40 years” NORTH BROOKFIELD — The North Brookfield Firefighters Relief Association Check out the is sponsoring a fundraising program to FALL HOURS raise money for needed equipment and spe- cial training. Summer In the coming weeks, all homes in the BEGINNING 8/26 area will receive a request for a mail-in Home contribution. The firefighters wish to thank everyone for their donation by giv- ing a complimentary 8x10 color studio por- THURSDAY - SUNDAY Improvement trait to be taken by a professional studio at the fire station at 56 School St. in North Feature in this issue Brookfield on Sept. 28-29. 11:00am to 9:00pm The fundraising program is legitimate, and spruce up your home and the North Brookfield Firefighters Relief Association asks for your support. this summer! For more information about this fundraiser, please call Fire Chief Brad Gannon or Captain Peter Shipman at (508) To advertise on this page 867-0210. Accepting most major credit cards call 508-764-4325 Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 19 Summer Dining Guide Too Hot to Cook!! Eat In or Take Out Visit these fine establishments for great food and beverages, and some entertainment too! Call June at 508.909.4062 or email [email protected] to advertise on this page.

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burning throughout the west last week, and popular basket raffle, the flea market, the got pregnant and left the workforce. Without North Brookfield residents help fire resources are stretched thin. jewelry table, baked goods, children’s such reassurance, the thinking went, it was Comparatively, fire indices in the East have games, hot dogs, hamburgers, meatball and just prudent underwriting to deny the loan. fight Montana forest fire remained relatively low because of the fre- sausage grinders, fried dough, French fries, While this may sound like outdated think- quency of wetting rain throughout the sum- apple pie, sundaes, the craft table and many ing, over the past few years a significant NORTH BROOKFIELD — Resources from mer season thus far. These conditions allow more raffles, and Wally the Green Monster number of cases have come to light where Massachusetts were mobilized last week to eastern states to safely provide qualified at 2 p.m. pregnant women were discriminated support fire control operations in other fire resources to the western fire operations. Admission is free. Tickets for the chicken against when seeking a mortgage simply states. dinner are $10 for adults and $5 for children because they were pregnant or on parental Through the Department of Conservation St. Joseph’s to host 33rd 12 and under. leave. For example, pregnant women have and Recreation’s Bureau of Forest Fire For more information, or to buy tickets, reported being told they need to be back at Control and Forestry, 22 men and women Family Fair please call the rectory at (508) 867-6811 work after giving birth before closing on a have been dispatched to Alaska, Montana between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. loan, that they needed a co-signer, or being and West Virginia — including three North NORTH BROOKFIELD — St. Joseph’s denied outright. Still others have experi- Brookfield residents. Parish in North Brookfield will host its 33rd Pregnancy discrimination seen enced difficulty getting private mortgage Municipal firefighters John Branscombe, Annual Chicken Barbecue and Family Fair insurance because they were pregnant or George Nolette IV and Christopher Trainor Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept. 8 on the in mortgage lending on parental leave. were assigned to Lolo National Forest, west rectory grounds, 28 Mount Pleasant St. The law is clear: A loan cannot be denied of Missoula, Mont. The crew boss was Come meet Boston Red Sox mascot “Wally Over the past few years, an old form of or delayed solely because the applicant is Shawn Bush of Oakham, DCR District 7 fire the Green Monster” on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 2 lending discrimination has resurfaced: pregnant or on parental leave. Lenders may warden for southern Worcester County.The p.m. Wally will be handing out 100 baseball Denying or delaying loans to women consider an applicant’s creditworthiness, crew will be supporting local Forest Service cards to the first 100 fans. Pictures with because they are pregnant. income, and employment status, but they fire management staff in initial attacks on Wally will also be available. This used to be common practice before may not make blanket assumptions about a all small fires detected within two ranger It all begins Saturday, Sept. 7 with the 4 federal antidiscrimination law banned sex pregnant woman’s income while on leave, districts in the Lolo National Forest. The p.m. Mass under the tent. Then, from 5-8 discrimination in lending: If a woman ongoing employment status, or willingness strategy was to attack these fires at an early p.m. enjoy music from DJ Richard “Tabby” applied for a loan, either on her own or with to return to work after giving birth. That’s stage and preventing them from gaining LeBlanc, delicious food such as hamburg- a husband, and wanted her income to be lending discrimination and it’s illegal. ground. ers, hot dogs, fried dough, French fries, ice fully counted, she was told to provide some- If you believe you’ve been a victim of Fire activity has increased over the last cream sundaes, soda, coffee and, new this thing called a “baby letter.” A baby letter lending discrimination, you may contact couple of weeks throughout the Eastern year, homemade Polish golumpki, the ever- was essentially a letter stating that the cou- Community Legal Aid at (855) 255-5342, or Great Basin, northwestern states and the popular flea market and the bouncie tent for ple wasn’t planning on having children — you can file a complaint with the United Northern Rockies. Hot and dry weather pat- the kids. that they were sterile or practicing birth States Department of Housing and Urban terns, very low fuel moistures and numer- Take a chance at winning an autographed control. The idea in the lending industry Development, the Consumer Financial ous scattered dry thunderstorms producing photo of Red Sox player Will Middlebrooks. was that the bank needed some form of Protection Bureau, or the Massachusetts hundreds of lightning strikes have resulted Everything continues Sunday, Sept. 8 reassurance that they could really rely on Commission Against Discrimination. in extreme fire danger indices throughout from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the chicken din- the couple’s income to continue, and that it — By Maureen St. Cyr and Daniel Bahls, these regions. ner from 1-2 p.m., the calendar raffle, the wouldn’t abruptly end because the woman Community Legal Aid There were 34 uncontained large fires 20 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013

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SPENCER — Remo A. Cavigioli, 87, died Congregational Church of Spencer. EAST BROOKFIELD — Previously, she worked at the former Allen Monday, August 12, 2013 at his home after A memorial service was held Wednesday, Mary Jane (Chagnon) Squire Shoe Co. in Spencer. being stricken ill. August 14 in the First Congregational Brown, 100, of North Born in Montreal, she was the daughter He leaves his wife of 53 years, Susanna Church of Spencer, 205 Main St., Spencer. Brookfield Road, died of Albert and Telerise (Snay) Chagnon. Cavigioli; two sons, Marc, Chris and his Burial will be at the convenience of the Sunday,August 18, 2013 in She was a member of St. John the Baptist wife Carrie; three sisters, Marie Theresa family. Knollwood Nursing Church. Gibson, Suzanne Cavigioli and Odette The J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral Home, Center. She was very active with the Lashaway Savarino and a grandson. 23 Maple Terrace, Spencer, assisted the She was the wife of Senior Citizens Club. She enjoyed sewing. Remo was a tool and gauge maker at family with arrangements. Ralph H. Brown who died Mary’s funeral will be held on Friday, Brookfield Machine. www.morin-morrison.com in 1983. August 23 from the J. Henri Morin & Son He was a long time member of the First She leaves two grandchildren, Frances Funeral Home, 23 Maple Terrace, Spencer Jones and Charles Brown; 4 great-grand- with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. John the children; a great-great-grandchild, nieces Baptist Church, No. Brookfield Road, E. and nephews. Brookfield. Burial will follow in Evergreen Wayne J. Pepler, 66 She is predeceased by a stepson, Ralph Cemetery,E. Brookfield. A calling hour will Brown who died in 1985, his wife Charlotte precede the funeral on Friday from 8:30 to SPENCER — Wayne J. He proudly served his Brown resides in San Francisco. A brother, 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Pepler, 66, of R. Jones country with the U.S. Napoleon Chagnon and sisters, Dorilla Memorial donations may be made to St. Road, died Saturday, Marine Corps during the Perkins and Noella Rice also predeceased John the Baptist Church, 121 Blaine Ave., E. August 17, 2013 at St. Vietnam War. her. Brookfield, MA 01515. Vincent Hospital in He was a member of Mary, Mary worked at Gavitt Wire in www.morin-morrison.com Worcester surrounded by Queen of the Rosary Parish. Brookfield for many years, retiring in 1978. his loving family. Wayne was an avid fly fish- He leaves his wife of 41 erman and outdoorsman, pursuing his pas- years, Nancy L. sion from the shores of Harker’s Island, (DelPrete) Pepler; his NC, to the Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec. He son, Mark W. Pepler and his wife Michelle was often found at his second home on the Raymond G. Lavallee, 53 of Scarborough, Maine; his daughters, Swift River in Ware. When his fly rod was Amy M. Pepler of Belmont and Lindsay A. not firmly in hand, he enjoyed spending SPENCER — Raymond G. Lavallee, 53, of Supermarket in Spencer. Burrowbridge and her husband Ryan of time with his family and cheering for all of Wilson Street, died Saturday Aug. 17, 2013 Born in Spencer he was the son of the Kittery, Maine; his father, Clarence J. the New England Sports teams. at UMASS Memorial Hospital in Worcester. late Barbara T. (Maynard) Lavallee. Pepler of Spencer; five grandchildren, A Memorial Mass was held for Wayne He leaves his wife of 5 years, Suzanne M. He graduated from David Prouty High Madeline, Owen and Emerson Pepler and Thursday, August 22 in Our Lady of the (Gadbois) Lavallee; two sons, Joseph E. School in 1978. Ayla and Harper Burrowbridge and several Rosary Church, 7 Church St., Spencer. Lavallee and his fiancé Michelle Harris of He enjoyed classic cars, driving his “old nieces and nephews. Burial was in Mary, Queen of the Rosary E. Brookfield, and Raymond Lavallee of tractor,” playing cribbage, fishing, watch- Wayne was a field representative for Cemetery, Spencer. Tennessee; his father, Robert J. Lavallee, ing wildlife and spending time with his Agri-Mark in West Springfield for 40 years, Contributions may be made to the Sr., of Spencer; two stepsons, Michael family. retiring in 2011. American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Natale of E. Brookfield and Brian Natale of His funeral was held on Wednesday, He was born in Woonsocket, RI, the son of Framingham, MA 01701. No. Brookfield; a stepdaughter, Mandy August 21 from the J. Henri Morin & Son the late Rita (Robert) Pepler. J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral Home, 23 Spence and her husband Dale of Spencer; Funeral Home, 23 Maple Terrace, Spencer He graduated from Burrillville, (RI) High Maple Terrace, Spencer, directed the four brothers, Robert J. Lavallee, Jr. and his followed by a Mass at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of School and attended the University of arrangements for the family. wife Cheryl of Grafton, Richard A. the Rosary Church, 7 Church St., Spencer. Georgia where he played football. www.morin-morrison.com Lavallee, Ronald M. Lavallee and his wife Burial was in Mary, Queen of the Rosary Cheryl, and Rene D. Lavallee, all of Cemetery, Spencer. Spencer; three grandchildren, Lillian Contributions can be made to the Lavallee, Joel and Madison Natale, and Spencer Lions Club, P.O. Box 107, Spencer, Raymond H. Roberts, 84 many nieces and nephews. MA 01562 or Spencer Emergency Ray was a laminator at Flexcon Co. in Management, 11 W. Main St., Spencer, MA N. BROOKFIELD — Raymond H. While his beloved wife of 60 Spencer for 30 years, retiring in 2008. He 01562. Roberts, 84, passed away peacefully on years, Betty, passed away last previously worked at the former King’s www.morin-morrison.com Wednesday, August 14, 2013, with year, Ray always looked for- his son and grandson by his side. ward to spending time with Born to Marie and Rene Roberts, the his youngest of 3 boys, he grew up on a farm in children and grandchildren. Evelyn Putnam, 103 Barre, where he loved his horses, motorcy- Ray is survived by his two cles and grew intrigued with airplanes. children, Kathy Roberts of Woodstock, Vt., SPENCER — Evelyn (Deyo) Putnam, 103, she was a church secretary, co-founder of Ray was an U.S. Army veteran of World and Paul Roberts and his wife Tammi; formerly of 23 ? High Street, died various prayer and study groups, she sang War II serving in the Pacific with the 24th and two grandchildren, Cody Roberts Wednesday, July 17, 2013 in the Lutheran in their choir for 10 years, was a member of Infantry Division. and Kali Petrie of North Brookfield. Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in the Women’s Fellowship, the Forthnightly Upon being discharged he pursued his He was predeceased by his parents and Worcester. Club and the Monday Club. She did clerical interest in airplanes and received his pri- two brothers, George and Roland Roberts. Her husband, Charles S. Putnam, Jr.,died work for the Worcester Ecumenical vate pilot license, owning many A graveside service was held Tuesday, in 2003. Council for several years. different small planes and calling his August 20, with military honors in Walnut She leaves two daughters, Constance P. She worked at the Richard Sugden children his co-pilots. He had several jobs Grove Cemetery, North Halfpenny of Woodbury, MN and Judith P. Library. after being discharged from the service, Brookfield. Donathan of Orleans; 4 grandchildren; 12 A Memorial Service was held Thursday, with the last 30 years in the automotive Pillsbury Funeral Home, 44 Gilbert St., great-grandchildren and several nieces and Aug. 22 in the First Congregational Church business as parts manager at Ragsdale North Brookfield, directed the arrange- nephews. of Spencer, 205 Main Street, Spencer.Burial Chevrolet in Spencer and Chris Chevrolet ments. Mrs. Putnam was born in Worcester, will be private at the convenience of the in Dudley. Please visit Pillsburyfuneralhome.com. daughter of Ernest E. and Bessie P. family in Pine Grove Cemetery, Spencer. (Parmelee) Deyo. J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral Home, 23 She graduated from North High School Maple Terrace, Spencer, directed the and Worcester State College. arrangements. Bernard F. Sterczala, 75 She was a longtime member of the First www.morin-morrison.com Congregational Church of Spencer where OXFORD — Bernard F. Sterczala, 75, of Post 279 American Legion in Virginia Lane died Friday,August 9, 2013 in Auburn. St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, after an ill- He served his country in ness. the United States Army dur- He leaves his son, Stephen J. Sterczala ing the Vietnam War. SEND ALL OBITUARY and his fiancée Cindy Reisbeck of Spencer A graveside service will be and his longtime companion, Jeanette M. held Friday, August 30 at 3 NOTICES TO Merulla of North Oxford. p.m. in the Massachusetts Veteran’s Mr. Sterczala was born in Dudley, son of Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, THE NEW LEADER, Francis and Mary (Antkoviak) Sterczala. Winchendon. He was a machinist at Smith Valve in Morin-Morrison Funeral Home, 1131 PO BOX 90, Westborough before retiring. Main Street, Leicester is directing the He was a member of the Chester P.Tuttle arrangements. SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550, OR BY • 25,000 Unique Visitors Every Week! 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open to new applications online from Spencer-East Brookfield Tuesday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 13. The MassWorks Infrastructure Program provides a one-stop shop for back to school informa- municipalities and other eligible public entities seeking funding to support eco- nomic development and job creation. tion Municipalities with a population of 7,000 SPENCER — With only a few days left of or less may also seek grants for road vacation, the Spencer-East Brookfield improvements to enhance safety. Regional School District administrative “Investing in infrastructure goes team would like to extend sincere greet- beyond the aesthetics of the projects,” ings and welcome for the exciting year said Moore. “Investing in infrastructure ahead. empowers and strengthens communities The closing of Maple Street School has and regions, maximizes growth and helps kept everyone busy this summer prepar- create economic opportunity. We must ing classrooms for students. Together, with continue to invest in our communities and the help of many, all supplies have been infrastructure to ensure that the shifted and teachers are currently getting Commonwealth continues to move for- ready for the new school year. ward with success.” Information for parents and guardians The 2013 grant round will support hous- for new and returning students: ing or commercial growth opportunities • Student schedules for East Brookfield that contribute to the long-term strength Elementary, Lake Street School and Wire and sustainability of Massachusetts with Village School will be mailed the week of a particular emphasis on projects that Aug. 19. Student Schedules for Knox Trail support the production of multi-family Junior High and David Prouty High School housing in appropriately located mixed- will be available for students on the first use districts or that support economic day of school. An “All-Call” will be sent to development in weak or distressed areas. Courtesy photo parents of Prouty students when sched- The MassWorks Program encourages Dick Varney is seen with his North Brookfield Savings Bank hat. ules can be viewed on PowerSchool. If par- communities to apply for projects where ents do not have access to PowerSchool, they have planned ahead for such growth please contact the appropriate school for by implementing prompt and predictable assistance. permitting and zoning that supports the LOCAL HOT AIR BALLOONIST WINS • An informational meeting for Wire desired growth. Village students and parents will take A copy of the 2013 application, guide- NBSB JULY HAT CONTEST place on Thursday, Aug. 22 from 9-11 a.m. lines, FAQs, and other relevant materials An opportunity for new students to tour are available on the HED website at NORTH BROOKFIELD — Proving that it’s possible to be spotted wearing a Knox Trail will be available on Aug. 21 and http://mass.gov/hed/massworks. All data North Brookfield Savings Bank hat just about anywhere and to win the mutual Aug. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. An orientation submitted during the 2011 and 2012 grant savings bank’s monthly $100 gift card drawing, Dick Varney of North Brookfield for incoming Grade 9 students will be held rounds will be available to applicants for has been named the North Brookfield Savings Bank Where It’s At Hat Contest on Friday, Aug. 23. The orientation will updating and for making reapplying easi- winner for the month of July. er. All decisions will be rendered within begin at 9 a.m. and last approximately one Varney,a commercial hot air balloonist and owner of R. Varney Realty,was seen approximately eight weeks. hour. wearing a North Brookfield Savings Bank hat by North Brookfield Savings Bank • The 2013-14 school year begins Tuesday, The first competitive MassWorks grant Senior Vice President Peggy Carr when Carr was a guest on an Aerial Adventures Aug. 27. The bus schedule will be posted on round was held in September 2011 and the schools’ website at www.seb.mec.edu. HED awarded $63.5 million in grants to 42 Hot Air Ballooning ride piloted by Varney. communities throughout Massachusetts. Since November, the bank has been on the lookout for residents wearing North In 2012, Brookfield Savings Bank hats out in the community. When spotted, hat wearers under the second round of grants, 26 are entered into a monthly $100 gift card drawing. As the July winner, Varney was Moore announces third projects were approved worth nearly$38 given a $100 gift card to Two Chefs Restaurant and Pastry Shop in Spencer. million. The Where It’s At Hat Contest is ongoing and highlights North Brookfield round of grant program The MassWorks Program represents six Savings Bank’s Where It’s At campaign, which reminds individuals and business- capital budget programs that were consol- es that the bank is “Where It’s At” for great financial products, banking services BOSTON — Sen. Michael O. Moore idated by the by the Jobs Bill signed by and much more. Governor Patrick in August 2012. recently announced that the third round of Visit NorthBrookfieldSavingsBank.com for more information. the annual MassWorks Infrastructure To learn more about the MassWorks Program grant program from the Infrastructure Program and how it is sup- Executive Office of Housing and porting job growth and long-term, sus- Economic Development (HED) would be tainable economic development, please visit: http://mass.gov/massworks. Write Bank thanks community for cookbook campaign Us! NORTH BROOKFIELD — It was a recipe for success, but one that couldn’t have been accomplished without the generous help of so many community members. The Cookbooks for Camp Putnam campaign asked members of the community to contribute recipes and more than 500 were sub- mitted; then, visitors to the bank made donations in exchange for the North Brookfield Savings Bank Community Cookbook. More than $5,600 was raised and donated to Camp Putnam’s Arts and Crafts Building Project. “We are just so thankful for the amazing response from the com- What’s On munity,” said North Brookfield Savings Bank President and CEO Donna Boulanger. “Camp Putnam is a wonderful place that Your Mind? deserves our support, and we were overwhelmed by how many people responded. We truly cannot thank the community We’d Like enough.” to Know. Camp Putnam, based in New Braintree, provides children from the Greater Worcester area with a true camp experience in a rural environment, regardless of income level. The camp’s existing Send your letters to: Arts and Crafts Building has been deemed beyond repair and con- struction of a new space is expected to cost $120,000. Letter to the Editor “The kids are really excited about the prospect of a new Arts Spencer New Leader and Crafts Building,” said Camp Putnam Director Todd Stewart. “Thanks to North Brookfield Savings Bank’s leadership and the 25 Elm St. generosity of so many residents, the Cookbooks for Camp Putnam Southbridge, MA Campaign brings us a lot closer to our goal.” 01550 A portion of the $120,000 cost must still be covered, and dona- tions can be made at CampPutnam.org.

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The calendar page is a free service offered Church, 472 Main Street, Spencer. Come donation, and refreshments. To donate for listings for government, educational and MONDAY and spend some time with us! All shoppers, blood, you must be at least 17 years old; non-profit organizations. Send all calendar music lovers, vendors, etc. are welcome. weigh at least 110 pounds; have a photo ID; listings and happenings by mail to AUGUST 26 For more information, call Toni at 508-885- be in good health (no colds, sore throat; no “Calendar” at Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box LEICESTER – Come to the Leicester 9691. antibiotics within 48 hours); and you may 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; by fax at (508) Senior Center, 40 Winslow Avenue, not have donated blood within the past 764-8015 or by e-mail to atremblay@stone- Leicester at 1 p.m. August 26 for a relaxing LEICESTER — The Leicester Knights of eight weeks. For more information or to bridgepress.com. Please write “calendar” in afternoon as the Senior Center hosts the Columbus 4528 18-hole, Florida style Golf book an appointment, please call Deb the subject line. All calendar listings must Senior Book Club. They’ll be meeting to Tournament will be held Saturday,Sept. 14 Oberg at 967-2180 or MaryAnn Burian at be submitted by 3 p.m. on Friday to be pub- discuss “The Shoemaker’s Daughter.” at the Hillcrest Country Club, 315 Pleasant 967-2070 or e-mail or email Katie Schebel at lished in the following Friday’s edition. We St., Leicester. Register no later than August [email protected]. will print such listings as space allows. WEDNESDAY 31. The cost is $75 per person. There will be a Texas BBQ at the K of C Hall, 91 WEDNESDAY FRIDAY AUGUST 28 Mannville St., Leicester. Guests are wel- SPENCER — The Economy Shop at the come to dinner for an additional $15 per SEPTEMBER 4 AUGUST 23 First Congregational Church, 207 Main St., person. For more information, call Rich SPENCER — The Spencer Council on LaFrance at 508-509-9791 or Steven LeBoeuf Aging will begin an eight-week Zumba SPENCER — It’s Family Movie Night has been closed for the summer season. The Economy Shop will re-open with its at 508-509-9791. Gold Class beginning at 10 a.m. Sept. 4 at (Over the Hedge) at 7 p.m. Friday,August 23 the senior center, 155 Mechanic St. The cost at Mary Queen of the Rosary Parish hall, regular schedule the week of Wednesday, August 28 from 8 a.m. to noon; Thursday SPENCER — The Spencer Methodist is $30 for Spencer Residents and $40 for out 60 Maple St., Spencer.The cost is $2 per per- from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and Church, 161 Main St., Spencer, will hold a of town. Call 508-885-7546 to sign up. son. Refreshments available for purchase. Friday from 8 a.m. to noon. yard sale from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. August 31. Parents are expected to stay with their chil- The sale will include a vintage record cabi- THURSDAY dren. Sponsored by Spencer Emergency NORTH BROOKFIELD — The North net, wooden trunk, wooden organ pipe, col- Management Agency. Brookfield Senior Connection Book Club lectibles, antiques and much more. It will SEPTEMBER 12 be held rain or shine. Meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. BROOKFIELD — Community members SATURDAY Wednesday, August 28. Great books make who have experienced the death of a loved for spirited discussions. We’re reading two TUESDAY one are invited to attend our GriefShare AUGUST 24 books this month: “A Difficult Boy” by M.P. support group. This program features NORTH BROOKFIELD – Drover’s Roast Barker and “That Summer” by Sarah SEPTEMBER 3 Biblical teaching that focuses on encour- at 5 p.m., Saturday, August 24 at the North Dessen. WARE — The community is invited to agement, comfort and hope in grieving. Brookfield Sportsmen’s Club. Roast beef participate in a blood drive from 11 a.m. to GriefShare will be held on Thursdays for 11 slow cooked on a spit, seasoned with our LEICESTER – Come “beat the heat” as 4 p.m. Tuesday, September 3 at Baystate weeks total, beginning September 12 at the special spices, appetizers, seafood chowder, the Leicester Senior Center, 40 Winslow Mary Lane Hospital on the Baystate Health Brookfield Congregational Church, 8 homemade desserts, Hay Rides at 4 p.m., Avenue at a free ice cream social at 2:15 Blood Donor Mobile. The bloodmobile will Central St., Brookfield, from 6:30 to 8:30 Fold & Country music. Donation $25. Bring p.m. be parked in the Baystate Mary Lane p.m. The group will conclude on Thursday the family: children’s tickets ? price. Hospital North (visitors) parking lot, locat- evening, November 21. This ministry is a Tickets need to be acquired in advance for SATURDAY ed at 85 South Street in Ware. In apprecia- collaboration of both E. Brookfield Baptist this event. For tickets call Paul Thompson tion, all eligible donors will receive an Church and the Brookfield Congregational adult day pass to the Big E along with a 508-867-7272 or Larry Underwood 508-867- AUGUST 31 Church. For more information, call 508-867- chance to win a 4 pack of Big E tickets. 7855. SPENCER — There will be a Yard Sale 6262 or 508-867-7725. and Concert from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. August Blood donations take approximately one 31 and Sept. 28 at the Hillside Baptist hour to complete, including the interview, LEGALS MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL Mortgage dated April 13, 2007 and record- present holder by assignment from Commonwealth of Massachusetts ESTATE ed in the Worcester District Registry of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, The Trial Court By virtue and in execution of the Power of Deeds in Book 41143, Page 132. Inc. acting solely as a nominee for Worcester Probate and Family Court Sale contained in a certain mortgage given The premises will be sold subject to any Mackinac Savings Bank to CitiMortgage, 225 Main Street by EDWARD KOOYOMJIAN, SR., MARY and all restrictions, easements, improve- Inc. dated February 21, 2012 recorded at Worcester, MA 01608 LOU ELLIOTT and GERALDINE ments, covenants, outstanding tax titles, Worcester County (Worcester District) (508) 831-2200 SHEMELIGIAN to COUNTRY BANK FOR municipal or other public taxes, assess- Registry of Deeds in Book 48594, Page Docket No. WO13P2440EA SAVINGS, dated January 17, 2007 and ments, liens or claims in the nature of liens, 167, for breach of conditions of said mort- CITATION ON PETITION FOR recorded with the Worcester District and existing encumbrances of record gage and for the purpose of foreclosing the FORMAL ADJUDICATION Registry of Deeds in Book 40523, Page superior to the mortgage, if any. Said same, the mortgaged premises located at Estate of: Trude A Osborne 314, of which mortgage the undersigned is premises will also be sold subject to all 32 Bond Street, Spencer, MA 01562 will be Date of Death: 02/06/2013 the present holder, for breach of the condi- leases and tenancies having priority over sold at a Public Auction at 1:00PM on To all interested persons: tions of said mortgage and for the purpose said mortgage, to tenancies or occupation September 13, 2013, at the mortgaged A Petition has been filed by: of foreclosing, the same will be sold at by persons on the premises now and at the premises, more particularly described Todd E Osborne of West Brookfield MA Public Auction at 1:00 p.m. on the 1st day time of said auction which tenancies or below, all and singular the premises requesting that the Court enter a formal of October, 2013, on that portion of the occupation are subject to said mortgage, described in said mortgage, to wit: Decree and Order of testacy and for such mortgaged premises believed to be known to rights or claims in personal property A parcel of land in Spencer situated other relief as requested in the Petition. as 495 Pleasant Street and Route 56 installed by tenants or former tenants now on the southerly side of Bond Street, And also requesting that: Huntoon Highway, Leicester, Worcester located on the premises, also to all laws bounded and described as follows: Todd E Osborne of West Brookfield MA County, Massachusetts, a portion of the and ordinances including, but not limited Beginning at a corner of walls in the be appointed as Personal premises described in said Mortgage, to to, all building and zoning laws and ordi- southerly line of Bond Street, said point Representative(s) of said estate to serve wit: nances. It shall be the bidder's sole being about (80) feet westerly of a With Personal Surety on the bond. “Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, Parcel A and responsibility to ascertain all items Spencer-Leicester Town Line monument; You have the right to obtain a copy of the Parcel B and Lot B in Plan Book 850, Plan described in this paragraph and no repre- Thence S. 8 degrees 34 feet W. 550 feet Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. 60 sentations are made concerning compli- along wall and fence to a corner of walls; You have a right to object to this proceed- The land in Leicester, Massachusetts, situ- ance with applicable zoning, building, san- Thence N. 81 degrees, 16 feet W. 558 feet ing. To do so, you or your attorney must file ated on the east side of Pleasant Street itary or other state and/or municipal regu- through wet low land to a drill hole in a a written appearance and objection at this and the west side of Route 56 a/k/a lations. large stone in a wall; Thence N. 5 degrees Court before: 10:00 a.m. on 08/27/2013 Huntoon Memorial Highway, and being TERMS OF SALE: TWENTY THOUSAND 38 feet E. 429 feet to a twenty-eight inch This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline shown as Lot B, and Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, AND 00/100 ($20,000.00) DOLLARS will Elm Tree in a southerly line of Bond Street; by which you must file a written appear- Parcel A, and Parcel B on “Plan of Land in be required to be paid in cash, or by certi- Thence 560 feet along the southerly line of ance and objection if you object to this pro- Leicester, Massachusetts” prepared for fied or bank cashier's check by the pur- Bond Street to the point of beginning. ceeding. If you fail to file a timely written Domain Development, Scale 1” = 60’ dated chaser at the time and place of sale. The Excepting the right that the Town of appearance and objection followed by an August 2006 prepared by Places Site balance of the purchase price on the sale Spencer Water Department may have Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) Consultants, Inc., Holden, MA., and shall be paid in cash, or by certified or through the above described parcel. days of the return date, action may be recorded with Worcester Registry of Deeds bank cashier's check within thirty (30) days Excepting therefrom as deed out of 2.060 taken without further notice to you. in Plan Book 850, Plan 60. thereafter and the Deed transferred con- acres shown on Plan book 522, plan 81 to The estate is being administered under for- For title to Lot B on said plan see deeds in temporaneously therewith. The successful Beavais dated July 24, 1984 and recorded mal procedure by the Personal Book 33981, Pages 341 and 343. bidder at the sale shall be required to sign in Book 8294, page 387. Representative under the Massachusetts For title to Parcel A, Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and a Memorandum of terms of sale containing For mortgagor’s title see deed record- Uniform Probate Code without supervision Parcel B on said plan see Book 28553, the above terms at the Auction sale. The ed with the Worcester County (Worcester by the Court. Inventory and accounts are Page 3. purchaser will be responsible for all closing District) Registry of Deeds in Book 33669, not required to be filed with the Court, but See also deed from Mary Lou Elliott to costs, Massachusetts deed excise stamps Page 79. recipients are entitled to notice regarding Edward Kooyomjian Sr. dated January, and all recording fees. The premises will be sold subject to the administration from the Personal 2007 and recorded herewith in Book, The sale may be postponed or adjourned any and all unpaid taxes and other munic- Representative and can petition the Court Page.” from time to time, if necessary, by the attor- ipal assessments and liens, and subject to in any matter relating to the estate, includ- Excepting and excluding that portion of the ney for the mortgagee at the scheduled prior liens or other enforceable encum- ing distribution of assets and expenses of mortgaged premises which has been time and place of sale. The description for brances of record entitled to precedence administration. released of record from the Mortgage as the premises contained in said mortgage over this mortgage, and subject to and with WITNESS, Hon. Denise L Meagher, First follows: shall control in the event of a typographical the benefit of all easements, restrictions, Justice of this Court. 1. The land in Leicester, error in this publication. reservations and conditions of record and Date: August 01, 2013 Massachusetts being shown as Lot 4 on a Other terms, if any, will be announced at subject to all tenancies and/or rights of par- Stephen G. Abraham “Plan of Land in Leicester, the sale. ties in possession. Register of Probate Massachusetts”, prepared for Domain Terms of the Sale: Cash, cashier’s or August 23, 2013 Development, Scale 1” = 60’ dated August Country Bank for Savings, certified check in the sum of $5,000.00 as 2006, prepared by Places Site Present Holder of said Mortgage a deposit must be shown at the time and Commonwealth of Massachusetts Consultants, Inc., Holden, MA., and place of the sale in order to qualify as a The Trial Court recorded with the Worcester District By: /S/ bidder (the mortgage holder and its Worcester Probate and Family Court Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 850, Plan Jonathan C. Sapirstein designee(s) are exempt from this require- 225 Main Street 60 as released by Partial Release of SAPIRSTEIN & SAPIRSTEIN, ment); high bidder to sign written Worcester, MA 01608 Mortgage dated April 13, 2007 and record- P.C. Memorandum of Sale upon acceptance of (508) 831-2200 ed in the Worcester District Registry of 1350 Main Street,12th Floor bid; balance of purchase price payable in Docket No. WO13C0311CA Deeds in Book 41143, Page 133; Springfield, MA 01103 cash or by certified check in thirty (30) In the matter of: 2. The land in Leicester, (413) 827-7500 days from the date of the sale at the offices Diane Laurette Marie Rodriguez Massachusetts being shown as Lot 5 on a Its Attorneys of mortgagee’s attorney, Korde & Of: West Warren, MA “Plan of Land in Leicester, Associates, P.C., 321 Billerica Road, Suite NOTICE OF PETITION FOR Massachusetts”, prepared for Domain Date: August 14, 2013 210, Chelmsford, MA 01824-4100 or such CHANGE OF NAME Development, Scale 1” = 60’ dated August other time as may be designated by mort- To all persons interested in petition 2006, prepared by Places Site August 23, 2013 gagee. The description for the premises described: Consultants, Inc., Holden, MA., and August 30, 2013 contained in said mortgage shall control in A petition has been presented by Diane recorded with the Worcester District September 6, 2013 the event of a typographical error in this Laurette Marie Rodriguez requesting that: Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 850, Plan publication.” Diane Laurette Marie Rodriguez be 60 as released by Partial Release of Other terms to be announced at the allowed to change her name as follows: Mortgage dated April 13, 2007 and record- LEGAL NOTICE sale. Diane Laurette Marie Fortin. ed in the Worcester District Registry of MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL CitiMortgage, Inc. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERE- Deeds in Book 41143, Page 134; ESTATE Korde & Associates, P.C. TO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST 3. The land in Leicester, By virtue of and in execution of the 321 Billerica Road FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID Massachusetts being shown as Lot 6 on a Power of Sale contained in a certain mort- Suite 210 COURT AT WORCESTER ON OR “Plan of Land in Leicester, gage given by Kristin R. Jospeh-Breen and Chelmsford, MA 01824-4100 BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORN- Massachusetts”, prepared for Domain Robert E. Breen III to Mortgage Electronic (978) 256-1500 ING (10:00 AM) ON 09/03/2013. Development, Scale 1” = 60’ dated August Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as (CMI 11-007032-FC01/Breen)(08-16-13, WITNESS, Hon. Denise L Meagher823, 2006, prepared by Places Site a nominee for Mackinac Savings Bank, 08-23-13, 08-30-13)(301564) First Justice of this Court. Consultants, Inc., Holden, MA., and dated November 15, 2005 and recorded at Date: August 8, 2013 recorded with the Worcester District Worcester County (Worcester District) August 16, 2013 Stephen G. Abraham Registry of Deeds in Plan Book 850, Plan Registry of Deeds in Book 37842, Page 76 August 23, 2013 Register of Probate 60 as released by Partial Release of of which mortgage CitiMortgage, Inc. is the August 30, 2013 August 23, 2013 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013 Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 7 REAL ESTATE

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NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING SOLDSOLD DOUGLAS – POMFRET, CT - Charming WOODSTOCK – 1215 Rte 197! 10 WEBSTER – 16 Colonial Rd! 6 Rm DOUGLAS – – 46 Hemlock St! 97 NW Main St! DOUGLAS – 13 Towle Court! 7 Rm DUDLEY – 4 Oak St! 4 Family! For the DUDLEY – 4 Laurel Lane! IMMACU- Colonial Bed & Breakfast! 16 Rms! Rm Custom Colonial Cape! 5 Acres! 2 Colonial! View of WEBSTER LAKE from Gentleman's Farm! 2.44 Acres! New Gentleman’s Horse Farm! 6 Rm Colonial! Colonial w/Country Setting! Applianced Investor or Live Rent Free! 4 Rms/2 LATE 7 Rm Cape! Beautifully 7 Bdrms! 7.5 Bathrms! 6 Acres! Living Levels – Possible In-Law! Wide the Farmers Porch! Kit w/Recent Appl. Granite Kit w/Beamed Ceiling! Din 3 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! 4 Stall Barn, Loft for Country Granite Kit w/Cherry Cabinets Bdrms in Each Unit! Eat-in Kitchens! Landscaped! Applianced Oak Kit Beautiful Grounds! Fully Equipped Pine Flrs! Beautiful Woodwork! Granite Counters - 2 Pantries! Din Rm Rm w/Built-ins! Liv Rm! Fam Rm 800 Bales! Tack Rm! Multiple Shelters! & Tile Flr! Frplc Liv Rm! Master w/Walk- Hrdwd Flrs! Tenants Pay Utilities! Land w/Center Island, Slider to Cathedral Kitchen! Hrdwds! French Doors! 3 Applianced Frplcd Country Kit! 2nd w/Hrdwds! 3 Bdrms w/Wall to Wall! w/Sliders to Flower Gardens! 5 Bdrms! 2 Near State Forest Trails! InGr Pool! In Closet & Bath! Fam Rm! Office/4th Lord Meter! New Rear Porches! New Sun Rm! Den! Formal Din & Liv Rm Frplcs! As a Residence, Applianced Kit! Frplcd Liv Rm! 4 Updated Bath! All Rms Recently Baths! 2 Stall Horse Barn w/Attached Country Kit w/Pantry! Recent Roof & Bdrm! Hrdwd Flrs! Ceiling Fans! 1st Flr Electrical! Garage! Town Services! Full w/Hrdwds! 2 Tile Baths! 3 Bdrms Business or Both! Possible Bdrms! Studio/Office! 2 Car Painted! Lower Level Ready to Finish! Workshop/Tack Rm! 3 Garages W/Loft! Windows, Hrdwd Flrs! Country Living at Laundry w/1/2 Bath! Deck & Brick Patio! Walk-up Attic w/6 Additional Rms! w/Skylights! 3Z Oil Heat! AG Pool $535,000.00 Garage! $323,900.00 Fenced In Yard! $179,9000.00 $334,900.00 its Best! $349,900.00 $324,900.00 $178,900.00 w/Deck! $239,900.00 House Lots For Sale

DOUGLAS – 60A NW Main - 3.5 Ac $79,900 ON DEPOSIT NEW LISTING DUDLEY – 187 Ramshorn – 2 Ac NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING SOLD NEW LISTING NEWNEW PRICEPRICE ON DEPOSIT NEW LISTING $74,900 SOLD NEW LISTING ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT WEBSTER – WEBSTER – DUDLEY – DUDLEY – WEBSTER – 46 Klebart Ave! 141 Lake St! Nice 5 Rm SUTTON – 5 Putnam Hill Rd! 10 Rm DUDLEY – 191 Ramshorn – 2 Ac 57 Sutton Rd! 12 Schofield Ave! Stately 2 Dudley Oxford Rd! HUGE WEBSTER – 22 Oakmont St! Walk to Formal 7 Rm Colonial! Private 3/4 Ranch! Eat-in Kit w/Granite Island & "Cole-Woodbury Place" A Landmark $79,900 Conveniently Located! 6 Room 3 Family! 5/5/3 Rms! 1/3/2 Bdrms! 9 Rm Colonial! 2 Story Grand Entry! Webster Lake's Lakeside Beach & Boat Acre Lot! Applianced Granite Kit Stainless Appliances! 3 Bdrms! Master for All Who Traveled through Sutton! Ranch! Applianced Kitchen! Living Large Level Lot! Large Rooms! 1st Flr Frplcd Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! Applianced Kit Ramp! "2001" 7 Rm Ranch! Recent THOMPSON/Webster Line – Room w/Carpet over Hardwoods! 3 Butler’s Pantry! Fireplace! Natural w/Ceramic Tile! 4Bdrms! Master Bdrm w/Island! Formal Dining & Frplcd Liv w/Hrdwds & Mirrored Closet! Liv Rm Antique Gambrel Circa 1724 in $64,900 Upgrades – Hrdwds, Tile & Marble Rm w/Hrdwds! 4 Bdrms w/Hrdwds! 2 w/Gas Stove! Laundry Rm! Updated Virtually its Original Greatness! 2.49 Ac Bedrooms w/Hardwood Floors! 2 Woodwork! Washer/Dryer Hookups! w/Walk-in Closet & Master Bath! 2.5 Flooring! New Bathroom Sinks & Needs Some Updates! 1 Boiler Baths w/Ceramic & Granite! Heated Bath, Roof, Windows, Electrical! Gardens on the North & South WEBSTER – W. Point Rd - .67 Ac Bathrooms! 16x16 Screened Porch! Baths Total! Walk-out Finished Lower Vanities! 3 Bdrms! Master w/1/2 Bath! In-ground Pool! Prof Landscaped! 2 Lawns! Private 2+ Acres! 5 Bdrms! $49,900 Finished Lower Level! w/Tankless Hot Water! Separate Level! 1/2Acre Corner Lot! Gas Heat! Fam Rm! 2.5 Baths! 2 Car Garage! Garage! Nicely Landscaped! SOLD $129,900.00 Electric! $149,900.00 Car Garage! $324,900.00 $134,900.00 2.5 Baths! $349,900.00 $289,900.00 $189,900.00

SOLDSOLD ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT SOLDSOLD NEWNEW PRICEPRICE SOLDSOLD WEBSTER – WEBSTER WEBSTER – DUDLEY – DUDLEY – 64 W. Main St! Custom 50 Upper Gore! DUDLEY – 9 Fairfield Dr! 7 Rm English OXFORD – 28 Charlton St! 13 Rm OXFORD– 37 Charlton St! Young – 4 Birch Drive! With 100 Lower Gore Rd! 6 9 Ellis St! Remodeled 8 Built 1 Owner 7 Rm Ranch! Views/Sunsets Over Webster Lake! 9Rm Tudor Tri-Level! Appliance Kit w/Jennair Greek Revival said to be “Clara Custom 48' 6 Rm Ranch! Hrdwds Thru- Views of Webster Lake! 6 Room Rm Colonial! 1700+ Sq.Ft! Applianced Rm Cape! Applianced Hickory Kit Applianced! Frplce Liv Rm! 3 Spacious Brick Ranch! 1 Acre! New Granite Kit Range! Formal Dining! Liv Rm! Cathedral Barton’s Summer Residence”! Stately Out! Open Flr Plan! Cathedrals! Kit, Liv Colonial! Open Floor Plan! Huge Kit w/Din Area Open to Formal Din Rm! w/Quartz Counters! Granite Hutch! Bdrms w/Hrdwds! 1.5 Ceramic Baths! w/CTile Flr! Din Rm w/Corner China Foyer w/Skylight! 3 Bdrms, Master Bath! Pillar Front! Grand Stairway! 10’ & Din Area w/Recessed Lighting! C/Air! 3 Living Room w/Slider to Deck! 3 Front to Back Liv Rm w/Slider to 3 Pantry! Din Rm! 4 Bdrms! New Master 1st Flr Fam Rm! Frplce Lower Level! Cabinet! Frplc Liv Rm w/Picture 2.5 Baths! Lower Level Fam Rm w/1/2 Ceilings! 6 Italian Marble Fireplaces + Bdrms w/Ceiling Fans! Master Bath! 2 Bedrooms! Master w/Master Bath! Season Sun Rm! 1.5 Ceramic Baths! 1st Bath! 2 Baths! Fam Rm w/Pellet Stove! Window! 3 Bdrms 2 Baths!! Ideal In- Brick Oven! Servant’s Full Baths! 1st Flr Laundry! 27’ 2 Car 2 Full Baths Total! Listed by Flr Laundry! 3 Bdrms! Attached Garage! Deck w/Awning! Newer Windows, Walk In Cedar Closet! Workshop! 2 Z Bath! 2 Car Heated Garage! Nicely Century21 Oil Heat! 2 Car Garage! Law! Frplc Fam Rm! Landscaped! 2x6 Construction! Quarters/Apartment! Recent Buderus! Garage! Farmers Porch & Rear Deck! Another SOLD by Nicely Landscaped! Town Services! Siding, Roof, Electric & Gas Furnace! $214,900.00 $249,900.00 $219,900.00 Many Updates! $299,900.00 $229,900.00 Lake Realty! $199,000.00 $199,900.00 $214,900.00

ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD SOLDSOLD THOMPSON/Webster Line! SOUTHBRIDGE – 440 N. MILLBURY – Ramshorn Pond! 59 Davis WEBSTER LAKE – 505 Treasure WEBSTER LAKE – 16 Cross Ct! WEBSTER LAKE – 54 West Point WEBSTER LAKE – 10 Fairfield St! WEBSTER LAKE – 76 Union Point 33 66’ Level Waterfront! Western Expo – Rd! 100’ Waterfront! Panoramic Lake Bonnette Rd! 8 Rm Ranch! Woodstock Rd! 76 Acres of Natural Rd! Full Recreational! East Expo - Beautiful Island! 6 Rm Townhouse Overlooking Killdeer Island - North Pond! Western Rd! Killdeer Island! Western Expo - Beauty! 8 Rm Country Ranch! Sunrises! Custom 8+ Rms, 3,200'! Water Heated Pool! Hrdwd Flrs! Open Floor Expo! Spectacular Sunsets! 8 Rms! 3 BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS! Spacious & Fantastic Sunsets! Newly Remodeled Views! 13,407’ Lot! Applianced Country Kit! Huge Frplce 6 Rm Ranch! Applianced Granite Kit! 8 Rm Colonial! Lake Facing Master Liv Rm w/Pellet Stove! 3 Spacious Yester Year Charm! 2 Kitchens! Views from 3 Levels! Cherry Hrdwds! Plan! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Bdrms! Kit w/Breakfast Bar & Center Maintenance Free! Built “2002”! Kit 3 Stone Fireplaces! Lower Level Anderson’s! SS Applianced Kit! 20x25 Fam Baths! Frplcd Fam Rm! CAir! Gas Isl! Din Rm! Frplc Liv Rm w/Slider to w/Center Isl! Din Rm w/Lake Views! Liv Rm w/Cathedral & Hrdwds! Lake Bdrm! 4 Bdrms! 3 Baths! Applianced Bdrms w/Hrdwds! Master w/1/2 Facing Master w/Full Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2 Bath! Full Bath w/Corian Vanity! “Saloon”! Huge Barn! 4+ Garages! Rm w/14' Cathedrals! 3 Bdrms! 3.5 Baths! Heat! Recent Trex Deck! Garage! 2 Deck! Master w/1/2 Bath & Slider to Liv Rm w/Gas Frplc & Sliders to Deck! Kit! 2 Car Detached Garage! Workshops! Saw Mill! BOAT SLIPS! Sandy Beach! Private Deck! Lower Level Game Rm! Lake Facing Master Suite! 3 Spacious Baths! C/Air! 12X52 Deck! Super Convenient! Frplce Fam Rm! 2 Car Garage! Deck 3Z CAir! Buderus! Boat Ramp! Dock! $224,900.00 Former “Cheney Farm” $549,900.00 $249,900.00 Frplc Fam Rm! $389,900.00 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! $449,900.00 $389,900.00 $569,900.00 w/Electric Awning! $419,900.00

NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING NEWNEW PRICEPRICE SOLDSOLD AGAINAGAIN ONON DEPOSITDEPOSIT NEWNEW LISTINGLISTING NEWNEW PRICEPRICE SOLDSOLD WEBSTER LAKE - WEBSTER LAKE – WEBSTER LAKE - Killdeer Island - WEBSTER LAKE ACCESS – 42 WEBSTER LAKE – 711 Beacon WEBSTER LAKE – 54 Laurelwood 406 Treasure 4 S. Point Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 29 Union Point WEBSTER LAKE! 18 Fairfield! North Pond! Sandy Shores! Original Laurelwood Dr! Overlooking Lake! Park! 5 Room Townhouse! Sandy Drive! Middle Pond – Reid Smith Cove! Island Townhouse! End Unit! 6 Expansive Views of South Pond! Rd! West Exp! 05 Complete Remodel Killdeer Isl! Western Expo! Beautiful Beach! Lakeside Pool! Move Right In! Rms! 2 Bdrms! Master w/Hrdwds & Lake Cottage! 50' Waterfront! 2 Able to Dock Boat! 7 Rm Raised Western Exposure – Beautiful Southern Exp! Tons of Sun! 80' Natural 5 Rm Contemp! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Sunsets! Panoramic Views of North Bdrms! Frplce! Full Bath! Walk-out Ranch! Applianced Granite Kit! Liv Partial Lake Views! Fully Applianced! Bath! 2.5 Baths! Stainless Kit Waterfront! 13,983' Lot! 6+ Rm Ranch Round! Open Flr Plan! Granite! Pond! 100' Waterfront! Huge Level Lot! Din Rm & Frplcd Liv Rm w/Deck Sunsets! 7 Rms! 3/4 Bedrooms! w/Hrdwds! Din/Liv w/Hrdwds! Basement! ADDITIONAL 50X100' Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling/Skylights! w/2 Living Levels! 14x18 Master Cathedrals! Frplc! Mstr w/Lake Views! Updated 6Rm Ranch! Lake Facing Fam Rm! 3/4 Bdrms! Recently Access! Lake Facing Master! Master Cathedrals! 1.5Baths! Garage! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Tile Flr! CAir! Gas HOUSE LOT Across the Street! Town w/Panoramic Lake Views! Lake Facing Mstr Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! Decks! Master Suite! 2 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! 2 Services! Summer Retreat or Build Remodeled Move-n Condition! Bath! 2 Bedrooms! 2.5 Tile Baths! SOLD 8/30/2010 $380,000.00 Heat! Heated Garage! 2 SLIPS! Central Air! Garage! Liv Rm w/Full Length Deck! Walk-out Dock! Great for Entertaining! Frplcs! 2 Car Garage! Boat Ramp! the Home of Your Dreams! 2 Car Garage! Gas Heat! SOLD 6/14/2013 $455,000.00 Beach! Pool! $479,900.00 $419,900.00 $299,900.00 $194,900.00 $269,900.00 Lower Level! $429,900.00 Quick Close! $399,900.00

hope2own.com WEBSTER - 22 COLONIAL RD. Southbridge: Inexpensive but great condition! 7 rooms 3 bedrooms 508.943.4333 Brenda Ryan Jan 1 1/2 baths. New Sharon Pelletier - Broker Broker-Owner DiGregorio kitchen cabinets, countertops, & Licensed in MA, CT & RI appliances. New family room . Hardwoods throughout. Fireplace. Remodeled baths WE WANT YOUR too! Must see! Just gorgeous! $169,900. NEW LISTING! ESTATE SALE! LISTINGS! Great Location! Across from Webster Lake! Beautiful view of the Lake! Melissa Mary Jo 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 Land only! House is not habitable! $69,900. Cournoyer Demick Hilli Southbridge: Excellent Condition Colonial Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! * June Cazeault * Liz Knutelski * William Gilmore II * Laurie Sullivan * Vanessa Kubic Hoenig * Diane Strzelecki in desirable neigh- borhood! 5 rooms 3 bed- WEBSTER - 7 HARRIS STREET WEBSTER - 8 STOUGHTON AVE WEBSTER - 121 THOMPSON RD WEBSTER - 35 LAURELWOOD DR. Spiro Vivian Thomo Marrero- rooms 1 1/2 baths. Spacious living Doros room/dinning room combination with slid- ers to deck. Overlooking woods. Central Air. Fireplace. Security system. Hardwood floors. 1 car garage. $174,900.

Robin Debra Sturbridge: WATER Giguere Nordby- Rivera RIGHTS & WATER VIEW of Cedar EXTRAORDINARY! Professionally decorated, custom 4 NEW LISTING! Aesthetically pleasing! Great Lake! Brand new 4 BR Colonial on PRIVATE 3.75 acres, superb location First Time Offered! 2300 Sq Ft Georgian Colonial! Architecture! Loads of Character! Well Kept older overlooking Webster Lake w/spectacular western water room 2 bedroom Custom young farmer’s porch Colonial! Spacious Grand Entry Foyer! Beautiful Curved Open home has plenty to offer! Many spacious rooms! views, quality workmanship & materials throughout, Cape! Remodeled open floor plan! Entry foyer with french doors! 3 Staircase! 4-5 Bedrooms! 2.5 Baths! Master Bath! Eat in kitchen! sm. 1/2 bath! 4 large bdrms! 2 car Mstr BR suite w/it's own frplc'd living rm & private bal- right down to studs. bdrm! 1.5 Baths, central air! Beautiful walkout cony! Gourmet kitchen! Family & formal dining rms! 2 Debbie Joan Gas Heat! Central Air! Bonus 25x37 Two Story detached garage! Gas Heat! This is a gem! sliders lower level patio! Excellent location for in Thomo Lacoste New kitchen being installed! New bath! All car att'd garage PLUS a 36x48 det'd 6 car garage& lg Carriage House! New Price! $184,900 $164,900 home business! New Price! $215,900 walk up 2nd story!* New Price! $449,000 new flooring-your choice! New well. Town Sewer. Walk to Cedar Lake-$169,900. Southbridge: Need WEBSTER - 421 SCHOOL STREET WEBSTER LAKE-SOUTH POINT RD a lot of room? Too Featured Listing Open House! busy to have to do Chad Michelle repairs or updates? OPEN HOUSE SUN., AUG 25 • 1-2:30 WEBSTER - 13 SCENIC AVE Splaine Roy Must see this 8 room 4 bedroom 2 Unique 3 bed/ 2 1/2 bath Custom bath Cape! BIG liv- Contemporary! Open and spacious! “We are ingroom plus 1st Master w/walk-in closet. Vaulted part of floor familyroom. Gorgeous kitchen w/gran- Beamed Living Room plus Family Make ite counter & breakfast bar. BIG master bed- Room! Hardwood and tile floors. Southbridge room. Wonderful yard & farmer’s porch. Cabinet-Packed Cherry kitchen, Stan $209,900. granite/corian counters, island seats Misiaszek Home” 5! First floor laundry. Abundant fin- Southbridge: AWE- ON DEPOSIT ished outdoor living spaces! SOME HOME in Detached 2 Car garage! Inground NEW LISTING: Panoramic view of Webster Lake! great & desirable Affordable Living for the owner occupied or great Pool! Large 3-season Porch. Lake Fantastic south facing location! 62 ft of prime lakefront! NEW PRICE neighborhood! Well for investor opportunity! Clean, well maintained 2 View. Fenced Yard. Alternate heat Deep 10,489 sq ft lot! Flagstone and concrete patios! maintained Brick family plus a single family home! 3 rental units source. New Price! $279,900 Full concrete, walkway at water’s edge! 2 docks! 2 story Ranch! 7 rooms 3 cape home! 4 bdrms! 2 full baths! Walkout lower level total! Detached garage! $169,900 New Price! bedrooms 2 baths! family room! $449,900 2 fireplaces! Lovely 3 season porch over- 201 SOUTH STREET looking beautiful back yard! Lower level has WEBSTER LOTS OF LAND! SOUTHBRIDGE, MA family room plus full bath-great in law set NEW ENGLAND COMMONS 508-765-9155 up. 2 car garage. $184,900. Lets’s Talk Real Estate! WEBSTER LAKE ~ LONG ISLAND What You Need to Know: Private Water Wells Prime Waterfront Island Lot! Perfect Vacation Dream 1-800-784-0445 Southbridge: TOP OF THE FAX: 508-765-2698 LINE HOME & LOCATION! If you have a water well in your home or you are ment system is functioning properly. Get-away, 6,245 sf, 50' Frontage, Clear, almost level lot. Better than” new” 8 room 4 considering buying a home with a well there are some If the home is being financed with an FHA or VA Western Exposure = Beautiful Sunsets! $169,900 bedroom 2 1/2 bath Colonial! things you need to know. When purchasing a home with loan, the lender will most likely require a well test. The Now offering Grand family room right off of a well the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rec- FHA Scan tests for coliform, lead, nitrates and nitrites. WEBSTER LAKE - SOUTH POINT RD rental kitchen & dining area-gas fireplace plus vaulted ommends an initial water quality test. The test should Prospective buyers should also hire an independent Southern exposure! Panoramic view! Breathtaking ceilings! Big breakfast bar separates exquisite include coliform, bacteria, nitrates/nitrites, and pH. professional to have the water tested at a state certified morning sunrises! Architectural drawings! Engineered services kitchen & dining area! First floor laundry. Lower level can be used for additional room for exercise or Additional recommendations for well testing include lab. For more information on drinking water quality and approved, conservation site plan! Buy now! HISTORIC play. Master bedroom has a pleasant surprise! arsenic, lead, copper, radon, a gross alpha screen, standards, visit EPA’s website: www.epa.gov/safewa- $199,000 LOW Attached 2 car garage. Set back up from road at the and volatile organic compounds. While living in the ter. DUDLEY - ELMWOOD AVE LAND INTEREST end of a cul-de-sac for privacy. Just a nine iron home the well should be tested annually. In addition to a well quality water test, the away from Cohasse Golf Course! Area of grand 55+ Adult Community Bright! Beautiful condo If the home has a water treatment system, a test mechanical workings of the water system should also Attention Investors! Approx. 3/4 acre (.71) of Vacant RATES homes! Easy access to Rt 84 to Pike. $325,000. being offered! Priced to sell quickly! Huge should be done on both the raw water coming into the be inspected also known as a quantity test. The pump, Land, Res-10 Zoned. Mixed Use area of Single combo living/dining room! Large bedrooms! house before the treatment system and after the water pressure tank, water treatment system, condition of the Families, Multi-Families & Condos. Access through French doors to deck! Full basement! Offering 3 has passed through the treatment system. This will area around the well, and the well’s proximity to poten- existing paper road known as Elmwood Ave from months paid condo fees! $194,900! identify contaminants in the water and ensure the treat- tial contamination sources will all be examined. George Street & Fairview Ave. $94,900. 8 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, August 23, 2013

RETIRED AND READY TO DOWNSIZE? WHITINSVILLE - Goldthwaite Rd. 1862 sq. ft. Townhouse/Condo with 24’x24’ garage Upper Floor: L.R., kit., B.R., den/BR, bath, sunroom Lower Floor: Workshop plus 2 finished rms., full bath Many custom built-ins, full attic storage with regular stairs, skylights, ceiling fans, attic exhaust fan, built-in vacuum cleaner, washer/dryer, kitchen appliances, central A.C., drapes, curtains, sun shades, blinds New Roof, H.W. boiler, elec H.W. heater Town water, finished garage, elec. door opener DJ Breton Stephanie John Diane Brooke Jo Mary Rachel Karen Katie Monique Gazebo, large deck w/Pergola, fenced back yard- Sales Manager Gosselin Downs White Gelhaus Vickers Collins Sposato Chambrello Totten Maldonado shaded. Storage sheds. 55” flat TV, built-in bookcases, crown & chair rail moldings.

Cyrille Richard Chet Michael Roger Bob Fred Marty Mandy Charlie Mary Adrienne A perfect home for a retired couple. Plenty of room for Bosio Governale Zadora Wolak Gale Leonard Gillette Hart Gruslin Tracy Scalise Roth activities. Move in condition. Asking $189,900 OPEN HOUSE SAT 8/24 9-10:30 OPEN HOUSE SAT 8/24 10-12 NEW PRICE The Elias Child House OPEN HOUSE SAT 8/24 10:30-12:30 OPEN HOUSE SAT 8/24 11-12:30 508-372-9205 Enjoys many updates but maintains its antique charm! With 3456 SF and 7 working fireplaces, 4 bedrooms and 4-1/2 baths all on 9+ acres partially fenced for horses. Barn, pool and a detached heated office! All on a quiet country lane! 158 Park Road, Putnam - $219,000 Woodstock, ca. 1740 $435,000. 7 Five Mile River Road, Putnam $289,900 NEW LISTING 18 Modock Road. Pomfret $349,000 1188 Route 197 , Woodstock $399,000 www.G649850.prudentialCT.com www.G660037.prudentialCT.com www.G650972.prudentialCT.com www.G650245.prudentialCT.com www.G646732.prudentialCT.com Elegant 4 BR Colonial. Sweeping Cathedral Ceiling, Antique 2530 SF, 4 Br Cape, central heat plus orig. Stephanie Gosselin Spectacular 1 floor living Stunning Reproduction. Granite, Exposed Beams, Long Windows and Fireplace Great Room. fireplaces, barn, 2-car garage, 1 Br Cottage, 1.1 acres. (860) 428-5960 w/ lovely in ground pool & gardens! Wide Pine Floors, 1st Floor Master Suite. John Downs 860-377-0754 Charlie 860-428-6425 or Bob 860-428-0026 Monique Maldonado 860-913-7414 John Downs 860-377-0754

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Conveniently located just off the hill on a quiet side street on 2.72 acres, this ca 1840 home has 2500 SF with 4 BR’s and a knock your socks off Brunarhans kitchen, mudroom and • sunroom! A multi-level barn too! REDUCED: $305,000 546 Route 169, Woodstock $360,000 411 Allen Hill Rd, Brooklyn $220,000 www.G647511.prudentialct.com 33 King St. , Putnam $149,000 NEW PRICE 76 Ballouville Rd, Dayville $189,900 www.G640265.prudentialCT.com www.G646391.prudentialCT.com Stephanie Gosselin www.G655693.prudentialCT.com www.G655154.prudentialCT.com Broker/Client with Refreshments. Colonial with New furnace & Cent. A/C, Sauna, Newer Large Addition! Gas FP, 2 Baths, (860) 428-5960 Nicely Kept home in move-in condition. Stable on 2.5 acres. Bring your horse/pony. New Roof, Siding, Deck. 1st Floor Bedroom. 3BR/2BA. Neat Area. 4 BR Cape on.92 Acres, Nice Setting. Roger Gale 860-377-3504 Mary Collins 860-336-667 Chet Zadora 860-779-0944 Rachel Sposato 860-234-1343 Killingly $139,900 NEW LISTING Woodstock $495,000 NEW LISTING Pomfret $314,900 NEW LISTING Danielson $289,900 NEW LISTING Putnam $499,000 NEW LISTING Ashford $239,900 NEW LISTING

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A Inger Christensen 508-769-3823 (cell) [email protected] (email) www.IngerC.com 943-4900 * 987-8400 50 Years Experience OFF EXIT 1 - RT. 395 - THOMPSON RD., WEBSTER, MASS. Buying or Selling? Marc D. Becker, Carla Manzi, Brokers Call Us Now SNUG HARBOR THE LAKE... TOWNHOUSE ON SOUTH POND 196 Park Ave., Worcester, MA 01609 WEBSTER LAKE!!! CONTEMPORARY! Joanne Fontaine Magnificent More than 3200 sq. L Waterfront ft. of custom built 508-479-9691 (cell) Condominium on quality in this bright [email protected] (email) Middle Pond!!! and airy waterfront Impeccably decorated home. Tiled www.NewEnglandMoves.com and maintained, this entrance foyer open 3322 sq.ft. four level unit features... granite, ceramic and to spacious living cherry kitchen with brkfst bar - step down fireplaced living room, and dining Re/Max Professional Associates room w/access to deck - master bedroom with spectacular room with sliders to tiled bath and balcony overlooking beautiful lakeviews - lake-facing wraparound decks. Custom cabinet Realtor/MLS guest bedroom and bath (4.5 baths in all) - lower level kitchen with granite and double oven. Three bed- entertainment room with fireplace, wet bar and french door Conrad M. Allen rooms, 3.5 baths, including owner's suite with fab- walk-out to patio steps from docks. Upper level 30 ft. room Broker/Certified appraiser w/cathedral ceiling is perfect for exercise room, hot tub and ulous bath and private deck. Lower level family office, again with lake scenery. Gas heat, central vac and room w/wet bar, sliders to patio...excellent enter- Serving Worcester County and NE CT. tainment venue! 71 ft. of frontage on the lake. 2-car 508-400-0438 a/c. Pride of ownership shines bright through the NEW win- dows, skylights, roof, flooring, paint ... the update list goes garage, oil heat, central vac and a/c. Very nicely [email protected] • www.ConradAllen.com on and on! You've arrived when you can call Snug Harbor maintained inside and out...ready for you to move your home! 14 Union Point Rd. in and enjoy all four seasons on the lake! DUDLEY - LIKE NEW $235,000 R/E Tax $5202 $ 599,900 R/E Tax $7360 $789,900

Immaculate 6 room 3 bed- rooms 2 full bath split E entry home. Cabinet packed kitchen, fireplaced WEBSTER — Spacious Raised Ranch with excellent in-law accommodations! Five bed- living room, family room rooms — 2.5 baths — two fireplaces — three with pellet stove, two car season room and lower level covered patio sur- WEBSTER — More than 2500 sq. ft. of first floor rounded by windows looking out at in-ground living area in this spacious Ranch located on .86 garage. Private back yard pool. Corian kitchen with dining area open to liv- acre on non-through street. Three bedrooms, ing room. In-law features walk-in shower, kitch- three baths, two fireplaces, sunken living room, and much more. enette, 2 br’s and sitting room w/slider to nicely dining room, sun room, lower level family room landscaped back yard. Oil heat, vinyl windows, with kitchen, two additional rooms for exer- 2-car garage, shed. Excellent neighborhood, cise/office, central air, three zone oil heat, two- level 1/2 acre, conveniently located near shop- car garage, inground pool. Nice location, close to WEBSTER BEACON PARK - WOODSTOCK, CT ping, highway, hospital, lake. schools, highway, shopping. S R/E Tax $3130 $314,900 R/E Tax $3456 $224,900 $249,900 LOG CABIN ON 6+ ACRES WHEN YOU THINK OF REAL ESTATE - THINK OF STERLING One of a kind! 6 rooms, SINCE 1962 ~ OUR 51ST YEAR IN BUSINESS This home three bed- was com- rooms and 2 pletely reno- full baths. vated in the Built in 2003. last three The land is GOT A HOUSE years. half wooded T Gourmet and half open. kitchen, new heating system, all new This home contains 1500 sq ft of liv- windows, great views of Webster ing area and is ready for immediate FOR SALE? Lake. A must for the discriminating occupancy priced at $250,000. buyer. This is the place to sell it! 76 ACRES OF PARADISE IN WOODSTOCK, CT - NEED AN Your ad will be mailed to THOMPSON, CT IN-LAW APARTMENT? 50,000+ households Pristine, private 5 acres sur- throughout Southern A and your own round this 3 pond. Half the bedroom 2.5 land is open bath gambrel Worcester County. and the other is with an in-law wooded. Frontage on apartment. Long Pond with Hard to find access to other first floor bodies of water. Ideal for the horse lover, family room. This home has over hunter, fisherman or gentleman farmer. 2400 sq ft of living area, two fire- Solar farm maybe. Only 15 minutes to Rt. places and a two car attached garage. T 395 in Webster. Sales price is $375,000 Priced to sell at $265,000 WOODSTOCK, CT STURBRIDGE - CONTEMPORARY RANCH CONTEMPORARY COLONIAL

9 rooms 4 Custom built bedrooms 3.5 8 rooms 5 FOR baths with bedrooms 3 3204 sq ft of full bath colo- SALE living area nial with over plus another 3200 sq ft of E 3 rooms fin- living area. ished in the Rare first basement with 1000 sq ft of finished floor bedroom suite. Open floor plan. basement. Wrought iron fences 10 foot ceilings. Central air condi- encloses the yard, fruit trees, raised tioning. Two car garage and so much garden beds all this for $349,000 more! To advertise on our real estate section, please call your local GOT A HOUSE sales representative FOR SALE? at 1-800-367-9898 Look for that new home in our real estate section. Friday, August 23, 2013 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 9 REAL ESTATE

68 Walnut Street Oxford STURBRIDGE: Beautiful stone WEBSTER LAKE WATERFRONT!! $229,900 walls border this 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Farmhouse. House needs * New to Market * Many Updates Panoramic Western views offer * Pristine 1300+ * Finished some work but has been very well breathtaking sunsets from this Sq. Ft. Cape Basement loved and maintained. Inground 508-943-7669 • 508-949-3205 * 3 Bedrooms * Desirable Pool. 2 Car Detached Garage. prime lot in desirable Reid Smith * Hardwood Neighborhood JoAnnSoldMyHouse.com Maria Reed Diane Luong Bob Zannotti Dave Vitkus Prime property with 508-873-9254 774-239-2937 508-414-8101 774-230-6550 Cove. Floors * Nice Yard Jo-Ann Szymczak 28+ acres of land. $250,000 Town services. Priceless private CRS, GRI, SRES Realtor LICENSED IN MA & CT Call any agent listed above setting in area of upscale homes. Connie Nedoroscik BUILD YOUR DREAM Marketing Co-ordinator “Home Ownership Matters” for a showing N DEPOSIT HOME HERE!!! O ON DEPOSIT SZYMCZAK SELLS CHARLTON - MOTIVATED SELLER Convenient access DUDLEY - SALTBOX DUDLEY - IN-LAW UNIT to shopping, restaurants & highways. * Ideal for renovation Call or text for information package 68 Walnut Street 29 Putnam Rd OLD S 225,000 loan N DEPOSIT $ Oxford Townhouse $200,000 O * 2 fireplaces * New to Market * Gleaming Hardwoods THINKING OF SELLING? * Family room * Meticulous 2 Bedroom * QUALITY Upgrades * 3 BR Townhouse throughout * 2 1/2 Baths * Fully Finished Basement I have buyers waiting. * 2 baths * 1500+ sq. ft. main living * 1 Car Garage * 3 BR * 2 Baths * 3-4 BR area * Near Golf Course Call me today * 2 baths * New Kitchen * 2 Fireplaces * Cathedral ceilings * Family room for a free market analysis * HW Floors I will guide you through the 5 Partridge Hill Rd 404 Dressser Hill Rd 89 Oxbow Rd SPENCER - GENTLEMAN’S FARM DUDLEY - PAXTON - $144,900 entire process and work hard to CONTEMPORARY get top dollar for your property. 8 Themeli Court * 3 BR, 2 baths 359,900 * 2 bay heated garage $ * Finished basement Maryann Johnson for in-law potential 508-847-1484 Cell * 3 BR * 2.5 baths * New Furnace * 3 BR * Open concept * Wide pine floors [email protected] * Sunken jacuzzi tub * New septic * 1st fl master BR Suite Call Diane 304 Washington St., Auburn, MA 01501 www.MaryannJohnsonSells.com 50 Brooks Pond Rd 12 Shine Ave 521 Pleasant St DUDLEY - WEBSTER - AUGUST ONLY OXFORD - GAMBREL OAKVIEW ESTATES * $5,000 IN UPGRADE ALLOWANCES

$187,900 * 3-4 BR OPENSUN. HOUSE 1-3 * 2 Baths OPEN HOUSE Open House Directory SUN. 11-1 * Garages * HW floors * No closing costs Deadline: Monday at 10am * New carpeting * Last building with walk out basement * Recent roof * Sided (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse * Select options now * Title 5 completed (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult OPEN HOUSE SAT. 11-1 (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment Community Jons Way 6 Groveland Street 62 Quobaug Ave 17 FAIRFIELD - $279,900 DUDLEY - NEW PRICE $329,900 SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2013 4 BR

OXFORD * 2.5 baths * 4 BR OPEN HOUSE 62 Quobaug Ave S 11-1 $187,900 Jo-Ann Szymczak SUN. 11-1 * HW floor * 2.5 baths Re/Max Advantage 1 508-943-7669 * Family rm * 22x22 family rm * Above ground * Fireplace pool SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2013

OPEN HOUSE SUN. 11-1 DUDLEY 17 Fairfield Dr 88 Old Southbridge Rd Jon’s Way D 1-3 Jo-Ann Szymczak Re/Max Advantage 1 508-943-7669 THOMPSON - DUDLEY DUDLEY - 2.12 ACRES 17 Fairfield S 11-1 $279,900 Jo-Ann Szymczak NEW LISTING! RENTALS NEW PRICE $239,900 Re/Max Advantage 1 508-943-7669 WEBSTER * Replace old mobile home 2BR APT. * 2 (2 BR units) 6 Groveland Street S 11-1 $294,900 Jo-Ann Szymczak with a new one... 5-acre lot Re/Max Advantage 1 508-943-7669 with stone wall, well, septic $675 * 2 (1 BR units) 13 Scenic Ave S 1-2:30 $279,900 Hope Real Estate Group OR remove existing mobile Gas heat 508-943-4333 home and build a new house. 1 BR $650 roof 5 yrs recent windows To have your open house listed in this directory please contact Sandy @ 508-909-4110 MOBILE HOME - $69,900 Call Jo-Ann 22 Chase Ave

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Pet Carrier $450.00 Weather Guard 9-ft. x 55” beveled Milwaukee Hammer Jotul GF200 LP Gas Both In Excellent Condition $600.00 $30.00 & Angle Drills Price Includes Tuning & glass tabletop ROLL TOP DESK $650 OBO Tool Boxes 1/2-inch thick Or Best Offer $375.00 Freezer Move To 1st Floor Location Pressure-Washer (1) Like new In Worcester County. $100.00 New Tire Rim Mini Kota Electric 508-234-9320 BOSTON ROCKER Antique Bricks $350 Please Call 3-Woodstoves Fishing Motor 508-885-3705 Call 774-230-9457 60 R16 $100.00 (1) In good condition Brand New $30.00 Power Saws 36lb thrust, 5 speeds $150 BRASS GLASS TABLE SET Drill Press $125 OBO 3 Piece Double Pillow-top $200.00 Fishing Poles Bedroom Set AAA Sports Cards 2-New Windows 34”x38” (1) In Bed Tool Stars 1950’s-1970’s Mattress Small Desk Pet Cages Fitness Power $350 Great shape Unopened set, still in bags. CASTOR CONVERTER $85.00 $75.00 Tools Box Near mint cards Comes with warranty. Terracotta Floor Tiles Rider Kitchen Table Set Granite Slabs $100 OBO In good condition All cards at $150 39 CHEVY COUP PROJECT $150 with 6 chairs, solid 60% off book!! Golf Clubs/Bag $5,000.00 508-248-7812 walnut wood Can Deliver $45.00 Call: 508-943-2174 Call: 413-245-6521 $400 Call: 508-864-9223 BODY SHOP TOOLS EXCEL STAIR LIFT Or: 413-478-1469 Call Karl: 13.5’ rail GE ELECTRIC STOVE Call: 508-943-5324 AIR CONDITIONER 774-823-6692 Antique Printers 508-494-7857 $1400 Double oven/4 burners (3) KINCAID Good shape, 3’x6’-8” R.H. Inswing FOR SALE Drawers ‘KNOCK-OFF’ General Electric $15.00 ea. DISHWASHER ALADDIN Working area on stove 20Min Fire Door 12,100 BTU CIVIL WAR White reading magnifier Beige PAINTINGS Primed casing, aluminum cherry framed and matted ARTIFACTS Admiral by Maytag $160 sill. 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Appliances, COUCH TABLE WHEELCHAIR wood trim Fans, Lights, Natural Alpaca Fertilizer $50.00 $175.00 1 year old 815-222-9323 $125 OBO Vanities, Pedestal Sinks Pre-composted Never used Great for your garden Maple, very good condition, Toilets KENMORE WHISPERTONE beautiful base, Runs and looks new FOR SALE Kitchen Sinks $10 per bag VACUUM $650.00 Coffee/Espresso 42”x 66” four leaves extend Childs Rocker $10 Maker Faucets $75.00 table to 106” inches or best offer Box of Dolls $5 Lawn, Garden & Call (almost 9’ feet) 82-12 cups Carpenter Equipment 508-238-5233 HUGE TV $75 OBO Paying Top (508)981-7012 508-867-6775 Fireplace Log Sets $50.00 Call 508-764-1268 Dollar & Tools or 203-610-9807 ELECTRIC BED Honeywell Air Cleaner For Silver Coins, Angle Iron Cutter FOR SALE 413-531-2433 For Shelving HOOVER CANISTER (INVACARE) Exercise Bike--$35 rm. sz. 15x20 Silver Dollars, WINDTUNNEL Golf Clubs/Bag--$50 $50 OBO 7’ Pool Table 4W296, HK Potter 2790 $150.00 or best offer 450 pound capacity Gold Coins, Normally Sells For $700 DINING ROOM double motors (head and Table Saw--$50 Paper Money. $75 legs) hand crank, Vintage Table Jig Saw--$50 Call: 508-765-0621 $90 OBO ORECK SET Wooden Boat in Glass Case - Temple Stuart roll-out safety rails Banks Recommend Us! Call 5pm-8:30pm $45.00 - $100 Air Hockey Table Solid Maple Table 16,000 BTU Air Conditioner - HISTORICAL PIECE 508-867-6546 Formica top We Travel To You! $40 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER $200.00 - $40 OF LITERATURE 6 chairs and matching Contact Michael Upright Freezer -- $100 FREE Honest Appraisals APPROXIMATELY 80 $50.00 hutch OFFICE CHAIRS 818 521-5656 A pictorial record of the We Operate By The Kenmore Washing 48” Round w/two 11” 508-764-2054 Golden Rule! From $10.00 Call 774- 321-0662 leaves devastation from the Machine DESK CONFERENCE (48”x70”) Electrical Material tornado in Worcester on Industrial, Commercial, FOR SALE TABLES CUSTOM PINE Reduced June 9,1953 L&L Coin $175 Residential VINTAGE ITEMS Call Tom at bargain prices TRESTLE TABLE $300.00 Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, Published by Davis Press 508-450-1282 Call: 508-867-7807 Call 774-696-3397 leaves (opens to 10'), Coils, Overloads, Fuses, in Worcester lazy susan, DESK Breakers, Meters, Wonder Mare In original mailing sleeve ARCHERY, HUNTING protective pads, Temple Stuart Punches, Pipe-Benders. Rocking Horse $1,000.00 8’ Werner EQUIPMENT 8 chairs. Solid Maple New Recessed Troffer USA Made 1949-1952 12’ Aluminum AND ACCESSORIES 7 drawers w/chair Flourescent 3-Tube 508-765-5072 Step Ladder Matching work island with $200.00 T-8 277V Fixtures Barbie Dolls V Hull In Excellent Condition 2 drawers, 2 doors, 1962-63 Excellent condition Call 508-764-6908 Or Best Offer Enclosed with 6HP gas engine and removable plexiglass cover. $56 Each HOVEROUND 36lb trolling motor included. $75.00 Nancy Drew Books Used Once, New Battery On trailer. Art Deco Bedroom $3,000 negotiable. Call 5pm-8:30pm CHRISTMAS TREE Comes with book $1,200 OBO Set- 1920’s 508-765-1514 508-867-6546 Old Trunk, Milk Jug and charger Drop Leaf Desk (LIKE NEW) Excellent Condition Headboard w/footboard Danish Teak 7’ x48” w/white lights EMPIRE PROPANE Good condition (full), nightstand, dresser Art-Deco Style Compound Bow Balsam fir style Brass Bed Frame $200.00 w/mirror, matching bench Dining Room Set. $100.00 B/0 VENTED PARLOR $950.00 PSE Model seat solid, lovely condition! Excellent Condition. HEATER Queen size or Best Offer 11 arrows with case. Table (39.5 x 59) with 2 leafs, 2 arm chairs, 508-347-3145 50,000 BTU $400 OBO Hamilton Beach $1,275 OBO Used one year Acoustic Guitar Call Beautiful leather sofa also 2 side chairs Roaster (reupholstered 8/13). $700.00 OBO 413-245-9651 Call: 508-764-6058 Call 508-234-8454 Record Albums $25.00 Call: 508-320-7941 Made in Denmark. $750.00 Got a truck? 508-596-1918 cell 1500 Price Neg. Phenomenal bargains Many More Items HP Sports Cards 508-867-3729 AUTOBODY TOOLS 413-668-8890. Gas range, gas clothes Available PHOTOSMART Mostly Stars & Rookies Mechanical Tools dryer, air hockey table, FLAT SCREEN Baseball, Football, Hockey, DINING ROOM SET Household, Electric Maitlin Smith game table, ENTERTAINMENT 860-315-0720 PRINTER A636 Basketball, And More 48” table w/2-12” leaf Sporting Goods piano. Boxes & boxes of CENTER Model #Q8637A , Near Mint Cards Six chairs and Skil Miter Saw good items!! 19” w x 24” h x 54” l MAHOGANY HUTCH $30.00 glass-front hutch All Must Go! $80 Excellent condition $150.00 Or Best Offer $45 Mint condition After 40 Years of Service All must go!! $100.00 508-347-3145 $450 or best offer Almost New Call: 508-864-9223 508-642-2009 Buy some, buy all 508-943-8107 508-885-9906 774-289-3607 508-341-8292 508-867-3729 CLIP AND MAIL Town-to-Town Write your ad here: CLASSIFIEDS HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS TO PLACE YOUR AD VISIT US ONLINE CALL www.towntotownclassifieds.com Name: TOLL FREE 1-800-536-5836 Address:

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Couch colonial, 6 chairs (S. 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Eastern Pine 5-7’ Change Due To Holidays Chrysler Tri-hull discounts are also available. Same Owners Original Paintings tall 5/$99. Call For More Info. Bow Rider Please Call 508-637-1333 and other items matching pillows Excellent Privacy w/60HP or visit us online at Tom & Camila Mamiya Medium Call 860-455-6222 $40.00 www.secondchanceanimals.org Format Border/Ornamental HUGE YARD SALE Evenrude motor New Stuff! Call 508-278-5762 Saturday, August 24th Galvanized trailer Set up for fishing or pleasure Reconnective Healing 711 Pro camera PANASONIC STEREO Queen-size Green/Rose Evenings 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. w/80mm F4 lens & super 48 School Street Powder-Puff Puppy Animal Massage wide 43 mm F4.5 lens with VHS Quilted Southbridge $1200.00 Animal Communication optical viewfinder, RECORDER/PLAYER Bedspread Furniture, sporting goods, extras call for details Toy Size $20.00 Two Professional Both w/polar filter. w/matching Toss Trombones household items, etc. 508-949-1320 Long Haired Coat As Always! 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VICTORIAN LIVING from 9-2 at Call 508-987-7161 Training MWR FOR SALE Antique Man’s 28 Charlton St. Charlton Flea Market Basic - Advanced Used once for 1 hour Enviro EF-111 Bay I ROOM SET Historic Victorian summer in first building 284 LOST & FOUND Group Or Private $280.00 Highboy Dresser Like new residence of Clara Barton. on Sundays Very Good Condition PETS New - Open Enrollment $1,800.00 $800 OBO Sofa and 2 chairs Hundreds of clocks, Call 413-245-9312 Call Pete $1,900 collectibles, lamps, beer Michelle Grooming Call 774-696-3397 stein collection, Fenton art 508-434-0114 between 1-6 p.m. 508-864-2848 Harden Cherry glass, china sets, carnival Did you find your Baths To Full Grooms glass, Hummels, piano rolls, 4-Poster King WHEEL HORSE 265 FUEL/WOOD pet? Or find a Miscellaneous Pet Training Crate old records, books, Certifications! NASCAR collectibles Bed Frame LAWN TRACTOR Victorian sofas, side tables, Central Boiler E-Classic home for one? PCSA Levels I & II Over 300 items 24”Lx19”Wx19”H $800 OBO w/Trac Vac System parlor chairs, artwork, rugs, Heavy duty 11-gauge Mower Deck attic contents, radios, craft 1400/2400 CPR Certified Reiki Master Asking $600.00 black epoxy Call: 508-207-0966 Snow blower attachment supplies, Hitchcock dining OUTDOOR WOOD 774 452-3613 Like new & roller set, patio set FURNACE Lighterian Reiki VII $40 Wheel weights & chains and so much more! Reconnective Healing II DO NOT MISS THIS SALE! Cleaner & Greener ICNDF Certified Trainer Mitutoyo 8” www.consignworks.com EPA Qualified 508-347-3145 STURBRIDGE, MA Asking $2500 25-Year Warranty Digmatic Calipier Well maintained Experienced, Caring Staff FRIEDRICH Call Today LET US KNOW!!! Individualized Care Rebuilt PLOW TRUCK 135 LOST AND FOUND 508-882-0178 Attention To Detail 1989 Chevy S10 4x4 Kuhl Plus Series Ask for Bill CrystalRockFarm.com Please call us so that $50.00 with Fisher SQ08n10 508-248-3612 LOST we can take your ad 508-987-0077 Quick Switch Plow 7500 BTU Small gold jewelry bag out of the paper... 205 Federal Hill Road $2,000 or best offer $449.00 Women’s Clothing & contents FIREWOOD 1 Solid Oak 508-867-7388 (3) Leather Jackets vicinity of Cinemagic Cut, Split, & Delivered Town-To-Town Oxford, MA Rocking Chair 2X, 1XL in Sturbridge. Green Classifieds FRIEDRICH 1 Year Seasoned $200 starwoodpetresort.com $50.00 PORTABLE FRA 064VU1 $50.00/each Great sentimental value. 508-909-4111 6000 BTU PODIUM $30.00 Offering reward Wood Lots Wanted 10” Delta $149.00 Columbia Hiking Boots if all contents are returned 286 LIVESTOCK $25.00 508-612-4795 Call Paul Found 1/8 Compound Miter GLIDER CHAIR Both for 508-769-2351 $500.00 On Worcester St Bag Shavings Saw with Bench $50.00 Lands End Zero 508-987-5349 Locking Wheels Degree Boots In Southbridge... $4.75 each New-3 Days Used 200 GEN. BUSINESS All black male cat 3.2 cubic feet kiln dried, $100.00 $20.00 small to medium flakes, OLD END TABLE Mr. Desai Green eyes, very lovable, plastic bags Cell: 732-309-9366 203 SNOWMOBILES not fixed, definitely a 508 867-3729 $45.00 Black Dress Shoes Firewood Home: 508-347-2764 4 pairs, Green $135 house cat. Rock Valley Farm $10/pair 2003 SKIDOO 600 Call: 774-287-5043 W. Brookfield Most Beautiful BENCH TOP all size 7 1/2 128 cubic feet. GRAND TOURING 508 867-2508 Wedding Gown $50.00 And Two Kayaks Red/Black (774)696-7879 LOST CAT Long sleeved, beaded 2004 SKIDOO Cross Street area bodice, size 4-6. For Sale Boil Wool Jacket in Southbridge 298 WANTED TO BUY CALL 2X 500SS LEGEND WOOD Seasoned, not split Missing since $200 774 452-3514 1 - 15 ft Nantucket, $20.00 With 2006 Karavan Tilt Saturday, November 3 WANTED Gray Trailer. Low mileage on all. Male Tiger Cat with striped Call: 508-885-6988 Excellent condition. $100 OBO Mopeds and Scooters Klein Full-length tail answers to Cuddles and 2 - 13 ft Old Town Pickup only Any Condition Castine , Red Black Wool Coat has an odd sounding meow MOTORS PRESSURE WASHER Asking $12K 860 576-5462 and prefers to be outside Call Travis 2X but reasonable offers Please call if you have taken 1/2HP 230/460V 6 months old Both are ocean-going kayaks 774 242-9227 1725RPM, 56 Frame. $200.00 $50.00 considered him in or know his location w/rudders, one seaters, 275 FLEA MARKET 413-505-9747 $45 OBO enclosed waterproof Call 508-769-3167 5HP, 230/460V Will deliver compartment Three layer GREAT 1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC 757-705-5106 polylink Both used only Call 508 764-3736 204 WATER EQUIPMENT FLEA MARKET $125 OBO twice. Like New LOST CAT Every Saturday and Sunday From 3 W. Hollow Lane, 5HP, 230/460V Quoizel Pendant 1994 KAWASAKI year round Webster, MA 3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC Light $1400/pair or 750SS Dealers, leave your stuff Neutered male five years old $125 OBO $700/each set-up in our secure facility Floral design deep red JET SKI Black and white 4 Motor Speed Controls flowers with green leaves, or BO Dealer days every Chin half black and half white White and blue Wednesday and Friday, 12-6 His name is Gonzo Hitachi J100, 400/460V gold chain, three light bulbs, Plus like-new Karavan Trailer Best Offer approximate diameter 18”. Ever-changing array Last seen July 6 Call 508 259-8805 of cool, cool stuff around 11 a.m. Call 5pm-8:30pm Call Barbara 800-551-7767 Please call $175 413-262-9521 dudleyflea.com 508-867-6546 Call: 413-245-9221 508-949-0814 4 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ August 21, 2013

298 WANTED TO BUY 298 WANTED TO BUY 310 GENERAL HELP 311 PART-TIME HELP 433 CLEANING 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR WANTED WANTED RENT RENT * TLC Home * 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, Owner Operator YRC Freight SOUTHBRIDGE FIREARMS WANTED: Owner Operator Solos Cleaning COMPLETELY REDONE *Dedicated Runs is hiring 114 Pine St, 3rd floor Collector looking WWII US Firearms We Use & Supply Organic Southbridge, MA 94 East Main St *$1.06 per mile plus FSC PT Combo Drivers Cleaners To Ensure Your *Minimum 2,480 Sec 8 welcome 2 bedroom apt M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, .45 Pistols, and Family’s Safety. Off-street parking 1911/1911 A1’s miles/week no utilities *Daily Hometime PT Dock Workers! Gift Certificates For $775/month natural gas heat *CDL-A with 2 year OTR Shrewsbury MA location. Baby Showers, Call John $675/month TOP PRICES PAID exp & Hazmat PT Combo Drivers: Anniversaries, And More! (508) 868-6865 Have all necessary federal licenses Excellent Wages, Benefits, A Perfect Gift! STOREFRONT 888-716-1322 Pension! Home nightly! Brookfield 600 sq.ft. www.drivenctrans.com CDL-A w/Combo Office/Homes $550 Call Wally At and Hazmat, Spring/Fall Cleaning First Floor, One bedroom apartment Heat/hot water 508-234-5860 1yr T/T exp, 21yoa req. Weekly/Bi-Weekly/ included EOE-M/F/D/V. Monthly Cleaning Great Location Flexible Hours/Days Porches, Large Yard, PT Dock Workers: First/Last/Security, $12-$14/hr. 4hr shifts. Appliances included 18 yoa, read/write English. Registered/Insured/ References Valet/Guest Bonded $625 plus utilities $20 Application Fee 298 WANTED TO BUY Able to lift 65 lbs. req. Services APPLY: firsl/last 508-765-5542 300 HELP WANTED www.yrcw.com/careers. CALL TODAY FOR A $ aaa To Work At Several GREENER TOMORROW For More Information Locations In Please Call: ROUTE 310 GENERAL HELP Worcester, MA 325 PROFESSIONAL ASK FOR TAMMIE AT 774-232-7761 Southbridge WANTED 508-347-3275 169 F/T-P/T available. Potential *************** 2 Bedroom to earn $11 and more to HAIR STYLIST 5 Room 4 CAR start. Great benefits health, Brookside Apartment ANTIQUES SALVAGE dental, 401k plan, plenty of AND 442 LICENSED DAY Modern, Updated room for growth! Applicant 884 Worcester St. NAIL/PEDICURIST CARE Terrace Washer/dryer hookup CARRIER must be over 18, have valid Nice Area Southbridge MA Percentage base pay for auto license, and prior customer WANTED transport company. Excellent service experience a plus!!! for a new salon in *************** ------Looking To Purchase The Commonwealth of $770/Month pay rate for someone willing Apply at: Sturbridge, MA. Antiques to work. Class A CDL and Both must have at least Massachusetts Office of SPECIAL! Plus Utilities And Collectibles experience necessary. www.valetparkof two years of experience Child Care Services 1 MONTHS References and Single Items america.com/employment and a following. requires that all ads Income Verification Or Entire Estates Call 413-374-2591 or call 877 455-5552 placed in the newspaper FREE RENT Required For more information for child care (daycare) WITH MOVE-IN BY We Buy It All WANTED Call: 508-769-2500 CONTRACTOR please call in your home include August 31st And Also Do CHIMNEY 774-241-3101 your license number. On-Site Estate Sales NEEDED ------SOUTHBRIDGE And SWEEPS *************** to repair and update vacant 448 FURNITURE Affordable 1, 2 and 3 4 Room, 2 Bedroom 505 APARTMENTS FOR Estate Auctions WILL TRAIN apartments 3rd Floor VALID DRIVERS LICENSE Trailer Truck Bedroom Apartments RENT 10 IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Paint, carpeting, light FURNITURE CALL MIKE ANYTIME plumbing and elec., locks, For Rent. No Pets EARN UP TO Drivers Wanted Bedroom 1 Spacious, Fully Sturbridge 508-765-9512 $50-$80K PER YEAR etc. Solid Brass Bed No Smoking Call John Class A CDL With Applianced. Available Sept.1st 1738 House (508)966-2316 w/2 white laminate (508) 868-6865 Hazmat bureaus/matching mirrors Starting at $698 Based In $1000.00 Heat/Hot Water $700.00 Two Bedroom Apartment $ BUY & SELL $ Customer Service Water/Wastewater Included! First/Last $1,000/Month ALL GOLD & SILVER Specialist Laborer North Brookfield. Bedroom 2 508-765-6007 ITEMS • A/C In Every Unit One Bedroom Apartment Job Description: Oak SOUTHBRIDGE Specializing in Busy marketing office seeks The Leicester Water Supply Please Call Armoire, Bureau/matching • Pool $900/Month NUMISMATIC COINS, full-time customer District is looking for a mirror, 6 Room, service/data entry General Laborer to assist the 508-867-3235 cylinder waterbed, • Basketball Court 3 Bedroom Apartment All Appliances. gold & silver of any representative. Washer/Dryer Hook-ups Free Electric, Heat, form! District in day to day duties. w/matching headboard • Playground Excellent phone manner, These duties include the $1000.00 Porch & Yard Hot Water. Qualified with over 30 multitasking and problem ability to lift 70 pounds; • On-Site Laundry Quiet Neighborhood Off-Street Parking solving skills a must. shoveling; mowing and No Pets years experience & a 400 SERVICES Dining Room 508-347-1101 following of many Requires HS Diploma or GED having a mechanical INCOME LIMITS APPLY and use of MS Office 2007 aptitude. This is a fast paced Custom-Made Racetrack satisfied customers. Glass Top Table $750/mo. and other windows environment with room 402 GENERAL SERVICES 617-281-0831 Webster We also sell a nice based software. for advancement. 6 chairs, buffet selection of fine jewelry, Drinking Water Supply $1200.00 SOUTHBRIDGE 1/2 Duplex Apt antiques & collectibles. Benefits include: Facilities Grade 1D/1T Section 8 Welcome All Cleanouts Living Room CENTRAL STREET For Rent Health Insurance, preferred; Office Open From: 2-bedroom, 2nd floor 3 bedroom 1/12 Bath Bring in your items & see Life Insurance, 401K, paid Municipal Wastewater Cleanups Drexel beige leather, 2 what they’re worth. You Monday-Friday Stove, refrigerator Incledes Heat vacation time and more! Treatment Plant Operator, chairs, loveseat, couch and hot water Just renovated won’t leave disappointed. Grade 3 preferred. Haul-Away Living Room 3-piece 9:00am to 5:00pm Honesty and fairness Off-street parking Nice Area If interested, Experience in a water or sectional, brick color Saturday 10:00am No pets are our best policies! Basements $1200.00 send resume to: wastewater system will Attics to 4:00pm 1st, last and security First/Last/Security Lee’s Coins & Human Resources be considered. Evening Appointments Available $695 Apartments Must be Seen $1400/mo. Jewelry PO Box 980 Work hours are generally 508-829-5853 Fiskdale, MA 01518 Monday through Friday; 508 278-7659 Brookside Terrace 239 West Main Street Garages 508-414-0992 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Yards 11 Village Drive SOUTHBRIDGE East Brookfield EXPERIENCED Must be available 24 hours 454 HOME (Route 9 - Panda Rental Property Southbridge,MA 01550 First Floor, Webster per day / 7 days per week for IMPROVEMENT 6 Room Apartment Garden Plaza) TOYOTA TECHNICIAN emergency operations. 2 bedroom apartment WANTED IN Estate Cleanouts (508)764-7675 Refrigerator & Stove Ideal for the single person 508-637-1236 The District provides a Included 508-341-6355 (cell) DUDLEY, MA comprehensive benefits Small Building $1 PAINTING Porch, backyard, garage Washer/Dryer Hookups Close to 395 Tri-State Toyota Scion is package that includes Health Demolition Interior/ looking for an experienced Insurance, paid vacation and Better Than No Pets $$$ Toyota Technician. a retirement program. Exterior C&C $750/month Must have Toyota training Applications can be A Dumpster Properties Available Oct.1st Call for details Make Money --The candidate must downloaded at: We Do It! Power Washing 508 943-2585 www.lwsd.net Selling possess a positive FREE Estimates! Carpentry LOOK & COMPARE Send References to: team-oriented attitude Applications and resumes Town-to-Town WEBSTER Your Unwanted --Must have their own tools are to be mailed to: 774-329-3386 • FREE ESTIMATES • • FULLY Insured • Southbridge Classifieds, PO Box 90, 8 George St Stuff!!! --ASE’s preferred Leicester Water Supply Ad Reference 00026, --We offer competitive Distrct, P.O. Box 86, 774-230-8586 • Reasonable Rates • Quality 1, 2 & 3 2nd floor, 2 bedroom Quality Dealers Wanted salary, health and dental Leicester, MA 01524 Bedroom Apartments! Southbridge, MA 01550. Living room, Rich O’Brien Appliances, Off-Street Best Deal Around. insurance, 401K, Fax number: SOUTHBRIDGE Large eat-in kitchen Clean, Indoor Flea Market paid vacations (508) 892-1812. Parking Washer/Dryer hookups Painting Off-street parking Every Sat-Sun, 8am-4pm For confidential interview Applications will be accepted ARMY OF 1 28 Years Of Experience Call (508)765-0501 Marcy Street contact until, Friday, August 30, Spacious Nice neighborhood Route 12 Water Filtration 508-248-7314 Two Bedroom Apt No Smoking/No Pets Dudley Sean Foley at 2013 at the end of the 800-339-2321 business day. Off-Street Parking (Behind BP) ARMY OF 1 will treat all DOUGLAS Washer/Dryer Hookups $750.00 or email resume at water problems!! Yard,Quiet Neighborhood. www.dudleyflea.com [email protected] 311 PART-TIME HELP 481 POOLS/SPAS 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom plus utilities ANTED Apartments Available No Smoking First/Last/Security 1-800-551-7767 W No Pets See You There! New Installations 18 FT. Prices start at $845/month. LIBRARY PAGE Servicing all equipment Includes heat, hot water, Foster Well tank and pump service ABOVE 413-436-9598 11-14 hours per week GROUND POOL A/C, pool, fitness center $725/Month After 5pm Wanted To Buy Parents Wanted evenings and Saturdays & children’s program. Plus Utilities Seeking Quality Homes James Morse Used only one season! By Collector Must be 16 years or older Moving must sell. Off street parking. First/Last/Security WEBSTER Throughout Central MA Minimum wage North Brookfield, MA Call (508)476-3777 Preferred Old comic books- To Provide Foster Care Everything included First floor, Apply at 774-200-0225 $1000.00 3 bedroom apartment 1940’s & up, To Children In Need. Charlton Public Library Beatles memorabilia- 24/7 Support. Generous [email protected] Or Best Offer Dudley Call 508-434-0485 Appliances, Reimbursement. 40 Main Street Beautiful, Clean Two Off-street parking 1960’s and up. Charlton, MA Bedroom. 1st Floor. No pets Famous Monster $1000 Sign-On Bonus Call 508-796-5192 Stove, Refrigerator, SOUTHBRIDGE Call For Details Call The Magazines, Godzilla, Part Time Leave Message Hardwood Floors Modern, clean $750 month Frankestien and Junk Man Rubbish 2-bedroom apartment first/security monster items, Housekeeper Off-Street Parking. available 508-943-3905 Old toys and Spencer Applianced advertising items 500 REAL ESTATE $750/Month Washer/dryer hook-up 510 Must be able to work Trees Cut First & Last Quiet neighborhood Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Off-street parking COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS Devereux Therapeutic Monday at 8:00AM Brush/Limbs Call: 860-779-2469 501 REAL ESTATE Call: 508-943-2670 Foster Care Removed $700 per month 508-829-6769 508-885-9036 WANTED Call 774-258-0147 WE NOW TAKE FOR RENT STURBRIDGE WANTED Ask for Phyllis 3rd floor apt, 2 bedroom Spacious, VERY USED Full-time immediate YOUR AUTOS Newly renovated COMMERCIAL opening for PART TIME FOR CASH! bright, clean Kitchen Cabinets Stove & Refrigerator DISTRICT DELIVERY/WAREHOUSE Sales Associate & Removal of Metal, $600.00 per month 1BR. New Frig. and Stove, High-traffic The older the better. We POSITION Stock Associate 508-764-8610 Off-street Parking, Easy highway access are a kitchen refacing Saturdays a must Appliances, Private Entrance, company and we use or 508-864-3047 Delivery experience and Furniture, TV’s. please leave message Yard. Office Space (250sf) these cabinets at home THIS ROLE IS LOCATED No Smoking or Pets. heavy lifting required AT OUR STURBRIDGE Construction Includes Utilities, shows for Send resume and salary 9/1. bathroom and signage “BEFORE & AFTER” STORE LOCATION Materials. ************** HILLSIDE requirements to Cellars/Attics MEADOWS 1st/last/security. From $399/month Spencer Furniture Broad Function: EQUAL HOUSING $575.00 Call between 9 & 5 M-F Cleaned. Rental Space (800-1200sf) or leave message 6 Olde Main Sreet Provides the highest level OPPORTUNITY N. Brookfield, MA Spencer, MA 01562 of internal and external cus- Small Building Elderly Subsidized Housing Spencer Distinctive Historic KITCHEN OPTIONS of NEW Attractive One orTwo- Properties ENGLAND or tomer service through a Demolition, Tires. ************** short wait list 1 bdrm apts Carolyn@ warm and engaging manner. Leaves Removed. All real estate advertising in For qualified applicants Bedroom Apartment, Commercial and retail 508-987-3384 Appliances, or 860-749-6998 Displays passion to the Core this newspaper is subject to with incomes at or below Great introductory SpencerFurniture.com Residential Moves. The Federal Fair Housing Act W/D Hookup Available www.mykitchenoptions.com EOE Employer Values of Country Curtains. 1 person $17,600 rates! Ability to interact positively Furnaces Removed of 1968, which makes it 2 persons $20,100 Modern, Bright, 508-764-1638 and enthusiastically with oth- illegal to advertise any utilities incld, Quiet Country Setting. GROUNDSKEEPERS er team members to meet preference, limitation or non-smoking Directly Off Route 9. the stores common goals. Weekends also! discrimination based on race, CALL Visit Our Website Positions Available For color, religion, sex, handicap, WAR Seasonal Part Time Work. Consistently demonstrates Central Mass EASTPOINT PROPERTIES www.spencercondos.com 513 LEASED REAL the Company’s Core Purpose familial status (number of (508)735-4335 Experience helpful, will train. and Connecticut children and or pregnancy), 603-262-3809 ESTATE RELICS Reliable work ethic a must!! with the utmost integrity to This institution is an ensure both internal and ex- national origin, ancestry, age, SPENCER Dave marital status, or any equal opportunity provider Sturbridge & ternal customer service sat- and employer CALL DUDLEY HILL isfaction and enthusiasm. 508-867-2564 intention to make an such FOR RENT Office Space GOLF CLUB: This is a seasonal position to 413-262-5082 preference, limitation or Unique Opportunity WAR 508-943-4538 start. discrimination. This Lakeside 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath For Lease newspaper will not colonial, w/2car garage. 600’ sq.ft. SOUVENIRS PLEASE EMAIL ALL knowingly accept any Apartments Pets possible Route 131 RESUMES TO OUR FREE advertising for real estate On Beautiful Cedar Lake Parking WANTED HELP WANTED RECRUITER that is in violation of the law. First/Last/Security All Utilities Metal Pickup Good Exposure WWII & EARLIER Waitstaff AMY FABINO DIRECTLY at Our readers are hereby Studio apartment, $1400/mo Delivery Drivers AFABINO@COUNTRYCURTAINS. A/C, Refrigerators, informed that all dwellings furnished, plus utilities Renovated CA$H WAITING! COM Washers, Small Trailers, advertising in this newspaper utilities not included. Apply in person Batteries. are available on and equal $650/Month Call 508-784-0503 $1,000/month Helmets, Swords, opportunity basis. To Daggers, Bayonets, Village Pizza Pam Crawford 508-347-8101 487 Main Street WE PAY YOU complain about 1/4 Mile To RMX P.A. Medals, Badges, Flags, Sturbridge Top Dollar For Your discrimination call The I-84 And MA Pike Uniforms, etc. Ask for Nellie or Bob AUTOS Department of Housing and No Pets STURBRIDGE Over 30 Years Experience. 508-347-8177 TRUCKS Urban Development “HUD” References A Must Call David Or TRACTORS toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Call (508)347-9623 Available NOW! For the N.E. area, call HUD 9am-6pm Second floor 1-508-688-0847 508-867-2564 ad 617-565-5308,. The toll 1-bedroom overlooking I’ll Come To YOU! 413-262-5082 free number for the hearing LEICESTER CENTER Sturbridge Common. HELP WANTED impaired is 1-800-927-9275 Large 3-room apartment Walk to library, Utilities, stove, refrigerator, post office,restaurants. Quality Inn SERVICES OFFERED: 505 APARTMENTS FOR washer/dryer Easy highway access. FOR Sturbridge --Plastering RENT Off-street parking Off-street parking. SALE --Painting Deck Appliances available. Front Desk Person --Lawn Cutting & SOUTHBRIDGE Quiet neighborhood Historic building. And Town-to-Town Yard Cleanup CHARLTON STREET No smoking, no pets Clean and quiet. Breakfast Room Attendant Classifieds Call Chris at 1-bedroom apartment $900 Classifieds Includes appliances 1-800-536-5836 L.M.Y. Services 1st and last month $650/mo 508-347-5141 $575/month Call after 5 or leave message 508-764-1638 Sell Your 508-765-6940 Phone #508-736-4513 Call 774-452-0550 508-892-9674 House Here! AUGUST 21, 2013 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ 5

525 HOUSES FOR RENT 535 HOUSING WANTED 546 CEMETERY LOTS 546 CEMETERY LOTS 550 MOBILE HOMES 575 VACATION RENTALS 575 VACATION RENTALS 575 VACATION RENTALS HOUSE NEEDED: CAPE COD RV in Co-op Park looking for a room to live in CEMETERY PLOTS WORCESTER FOR RENT Worcester County BROOKFIELD South Dennis, MA $30,000 around the Brooklyn to Adorable Mobile Home ~Sutton~ Woodstock, CT area for a Memorial Park COUNTY ************* Woodstock, CT 63 yr old man. Open concept Cape with Paxton, MA MEMORIAL PARK 2 bedroom/1bath Prime Week cathedral ceilings Also needed: a barn or Garden of Gospels 2 plots in Good Shepherd Still Available garage area for storage Farm porch 1 bedroom. den. 1 Plot #150 Plot #97 Completely updated Aug 24 - Aug 31 thru kitchen, living room, 2 grave sites $2,500.00 Fully applianced Labor Day Weekend laundry 860 230-7438 Will pay transfer fee High-efficiency furnace Off Season Available furnished /unfurnished Current Value $9200 508-867-3729 Water tank Scenic road, 546 CEMETERY LOTS Asking $3800 Central air GREAT SUMMER 4 miles from 146/395 Propane fireplace RETREAT 2 CEMETERY 386-576-6663 WORCESTER COUNTY Applications being taken Leave message Inexpensive living $30,000.00 No Smoking PLOTS MEMORIAL PARKS $34,900 Meadowside No Pets Seasonal campsite in Garden of Valor I Two grave plots: Includes Park Share of Woodstock, CT First/Last/Security Worcester County Valor I {#291 unit A, Meadowside of Woodstock, is a cooperative seasonal $1150/mo Memorial Park, Double Burial Plot graves 1 and 2} Own your own lot. Includes bronze marker in 401-864-2898 campground offering 100 508-865-4656 Paxton, MA Current value $8200.00 Trailer with add-ons which Call 610-787-0068 Hillsboro memorial Gardens Offered: $5,850.00 owner owned sites, a lagre Brandon, Florida 33511 508-499-7957 On dead end street, pool, fishing pond, mini golf contain large family room, very clean 3 bedrooms 530 HOUSES FOR SALE 4 PLOTS AVAILABLE $3,800 [email protected] course, laundry, two bedrooms, dining room, Brookfield (dbl, queen, 2 twins), sm. rec room, and pavilion. screened porch, vinyl siding, IN WORCESTER 1 bath, Call: 774-289-3622 Nanatomqua Mobile Season runs from large shed, outdoor fire pit, For Sale Home Park (55+) full kitchen w/ micro, COUNTY MEMORIAL WORCESTER COUNTY April 15-October 15. mostly furnished. 315 sq ft Cottage PARK Mobile Home For Sale. washer/dryer, 3 TV's MEMORIAL PARK Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. w/cable, screened porch Weekly pump out is included Park ammenities: large in Narragansett, RI (Garden of the Cross section) Double Paxton, MA Large Kitchen & Living w/ gas grill, outdoor in annual fee which runs swimming pool, rec hall. Located 1200 ft from state Paxton, MA Garden of Gospels Cemetery Lot Room. Screen Porch shower. Close to golf, bike from $990.00 to $1320.00 pavilion, mini golf, bocci, beach on lease land Sold for $4,850 In All Faith Swedish 1 plot (#85) trail, playground, tennis, Asking $3800 & Carport. per season depending on in private area. Cemetery, Worcester, MA. with 2 grave sites Park Rent $120/Month shopping, restaurants, horseshoes, fish pond, Open May to mid October. when you pay 203-315-9291 Lot #119 Section I $4,000.00 Includes Taxes, Water, theater, flea market, your assessment. playground-low yearly Newly renovated 774-200-1194 Sewerage, Trash and Road 10 min. drive from bay & maintenance fees. most contents included ocean side beaches. $1,400 Maintenance This Unit#58 has a wonderful photos available CALL FOR PRICE CEMETERY PLOTS site placement with a back Rte.25 197, $48,000 Worcester County Memorial Park Call: 508-867-8350 774-262-7307 Call Jan at 508-865-1583 yard to house car and shed Woodstock, CT [email protected] Valor II Section Worcester County after 6 pm or or call Graves 1 & 2 email [email protected] with rock garden and front Unit #5 PINE GROVE for photos and more info. yard for nice lawn, small fish 860-928-6103 Valued at $7600 Memorial Park 575 VACATION RENTALS CEMETERY Paxton, MA pond and more flowers. 772-233-1555 Asking $4000 Whitinsville, MA Roof over (20x36) an 8 x38 535 HOUSING WANTED 2 plots for sale Garden of Heritage trailer with two slide outs, 508-885-6489 WELLS, MAINE Yew Ave. section (1) Grave Village By the Sea screened porch (8x29) and LOOKING FOR 508-885-4278 #121D plot 2 CAPE COD TIME front deck (8x16) all built in Asking $2400.00 Price Reduction $795 1997. Unit has been com- Valued at $3000.00 576 VACATION APARTMENT Worcester County Asking $2,800 SHARE FOR SALE AUGUST 17-24 pletely redecorated to include Edgewater Beach Resort Elderly Woman on oxygen Memorial Park Call: 508-476-1621 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. ceiling fans, carpeting, floor- RESOURCES 95 Chase Avenue Pool complex, looking for 1 or 2 bedroom 508-476-3875 ing and paint, has lots of first floor apartment in Paxton, MA Dennisport, MA 02639 w/jacuzzi, exercise room, decent neighborhood PLOT FOR SALE Across the street outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, storage and comes TIME SHARE with heat/hot water, WORCESTER COUNTY Worcester County from the water A/C, cable. completely furnished. Velas Vallarta 667B MEMORIAL PARK washer/dryer hookups Graves 1 and 2 in Memorial Park Studio (Unit 706) 25 Rte 197 Puerto Vallarta in the Paxton, MA Fixed week 33 (August) Fall dates available See Craigs List 2-Weeks Garden of Heritage 2 2-grave-plot Paxton, MA Southbridge/Sturbridge area Value $6500 Faith/Crypts Deeded rights CALL FOR DAILY RATES for more pictures Studio Apartment Have indoor neutered cat Section Heritage 1 Pay Maintenence Fee Asking $4200 Asking $3,250 Lot 84C #1 Space and many references Call Lorraine $4200 508-347-3145 Call 508-864-3008 508-344-0072 Call 413-245-4340 (508)429-7568 For more info call 508-789-8188 Email: [email protected] 508-943-0671 508-885-2661

725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 740 MOTORCYCLES 745 RECREATIONAL 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 700 AUTOMOTIVE 1997 Ford Explorer 2005 FORD FOCUS 1996 HARLEY VEHICLES 2003 ULTRA LITE 1992 GMC 3/4 ton CHEVY Needs minor part to run White Hatchback in excellent DAVIDSON 1987 TRAVEL TRAILER Diesel Truck SILVERADO 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES Invested $4000. in one year condition. Great Gas Mileage, $7,000 Good first car 883 SPORTSTER CHEVY TIOGA UPS Truck-Style, 4-wheel drive, 1986 Ford 351 28 feet, queen bed, Aluminum Grumman Body, Selling for parts Take it away for only Low miles ARROW 23-FT. 2 bunks, Shelves. Rebuilt Windsor Motor $5000 or B/O $4,000 convection oven, $1500.00 774-402-4624 MOTORHOME Transmission/Motor, $600 Firm $150 Call 508 885-9962 double sink, New Fuel Tank, Radiator, Call Mike 508 832-2566 774 452-3613 Physically and mechanically counter top stove, in good condition Steering Box. Dual Wheels, Please leave message 2010 full frig, stand up shower, 11’ Area Behind Seats Rebuilt C6 1998 Yamaha Many new great condition. mechanical updates Excellent Condition Transmission with 1997 MERCURY PONTIAC VIBE VStar 650 Plenty of storage. 14,100GVWR (Toyota Matrix) Motor is a 350, 5.7 with 34K Transfer Case SABLE Black & gas mileage per gallon, Call 5pm-8:30pm 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 4-door, 5-speed, FWD, Low Milage Call 508-887-2190 $200 4 door, tan Silver, 35 MPG, 99K 11.5 to 12 depending on 508-867-6546 132,000 miles Excellent condition $1835.00 how you drive 2005 JAYCO 300V6 $8,495.00 or BO 774-232-2999 Michigan 1952 Chevy Power Runs excellent $5,500 Train 508-208-6042 JAYFLIGHT 29 FBS Backhoe 4 new tires, battery 2000 TOWN AND Payloader $200 $1,200 or best offer 508-867-6124 CAMPER Call 508-713-3066 or AWD 2003 BUICK 2 Motorcycles Bunkhouse in rear, Queen COUNTRY Diesel, Runs Good 508-779-0194 RENDEZVOUS anytime, bed in front. Table and MINIVAN $9997 1987 GMC Parts For Sale best time 8-10 a.m. Mileage: 87,407 couch fold out into double No rust, awesome shape in Chevy Box Truck Nice chrome front 2000 ARE Loaded, all electric, heated 2007 Roadstar or 4:30-8 p.m. beds. Excellent condition. and out bumper, heater core, leather seats/mirrors, cruze, Full slide-out. Stove, micro, All wheel drive, leather, UPS-Style Warrior- stand-up separate shower, $3500 misc. 6 1/2 Ft. Cap. parkaid, moonroof, 3-row Metallic Gray, VERY LOW every option Grey/Mint condition! seating, rear liftgate cable, awning, surround New headlights, brakes, wa- MILES, Samson Ground sound, etc. John Deere Fits GM pickups One owner Pounders, Very Clean. 1997 35’ ter pump Chevy 283 & 327 Very good condition $3600 or best offer Skidloader crankshafts $1,200 Asking $6,000 $7,000 OBO Holiday $12,000 OBO 508-847-3281 Needs Motor Work 774-262-9409 Vacationer 508-400-2073 Call: 508-892-8481 ‘97 F250 4x4 ext. cab, 3dr. 2008 Yamaha Uxbridge MA Let’s Talk, Make Great winter vehicle Chevy 454 engine, 58,000 For Sale FZ6- miles, (6) Michelin tires, 2002 FORD XLT An Offer! 720 CLASSICS runs good. 2005 Palomino Many new parts 2008 Mitsubishi 600CC, Royal Blue, VERY queen bed, (2) TVs, Onan 65,000 miles Call (508)347-7300 1963 Ford 2-new rear tires. Eclipse Spyder GS LOW MILES, Very Clean, 7.0 generator, backup Pop-Up With hitch Some repairs/parts Slider Guards. camera, (2) new batteries, Camping Trailer 22 ft. 5th wheel Fairlane 500 Convertible $5,200 OBO Wilderness w/extras 767 VEHICLES WANTED hydraulic leveling jacks, Excellent Condition Great condition Rebuilt 260 V8, new $1,200/OBO 35000 Miles, Red many extras, Garaged during off seasons automatic transmission, Always Garaged $12,000 for both For more info Call: 908-242-2016 excellent condition. One Owner floors and interior. New dual Driven Summers Only Used only 4 weeks a year exhaust, paint and chrome 1-508-523-9831 or email: $18,000 508-987-3796 or ANTIQUE AUTO [email protected] Sleeps 6, 3 burner gas stove, good. $13,500 Call: 508-892-4102 small gas/electric refrigerator 508-612-2623 PARTS NEEDED $8,400 OBO 2001 1937-1960 860-634-4632 Car and truck sheet metal Will consider trades and cash DODGE 2500 Woodstock CT $3995 Call Chuck: 2007 SUZUKI 2007 trim and exterior parts only 4-wheel drive w/plow 508-885-7680 2002 GMC No mechanical parts 508-248-5928 138,000 miles 730 AUTOMOBILES BURGMAN 400 MOTORHOME whatsoever Needs transmission work 31 ft. Class “C” 33’ Rockwood Sierra SLT Also 1949-1951 Mercury $3500 1980 MGB SCOOTER 1965 MUSTANG Like new Itasca Impulse Trailer 1500, Z71 off road trim and sheet metal $7,000 Less than 3K miles 11.5 ft. slideout queen bed 978-760-3453 FASTBACK Nice interior, runs great with Double Lot in Brimfield package. Extended cab, 347 Stroker Engine 860-377-5742 $4,000 Owners are Used 6 times Onstar, 5.3 liter V8, new Many new parts, top, engine, non-smokers/ Paxton Supercharger suspension, brakes, etc. Largest Lot on site Mastercraft tires. 5-Speed Transmission 2002 Call 508-335-2747 have no pets Own for life 224,000 miles 9 inch Locker 508-987-1228 Only 14,136 miles Chevy Impala Many extrass Vehicle Needed!! Front Disk Brakes $30,000 If anyone has a car that Red Exterior/Black Interior Runs good, but needs some 1999 TOYOTA MID SEASON DEAL $6,000 OBO TLC Silver 120,000 miles Asking $58,000.00 Call 508 892-8027 Call: 774-922-2098 runs and can get a sticker RAV4 2006 Suzuki Serious buyers call and they want to donate it $25,000 Silver, AWD 508-320-2944 LAKESIDE to an old man that needs a 508-867-7642 Asking $2500 154,000 miles Boulevard RV RESORT car to get to the stores. 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(NAPS) tice multiplication on the this popular free platform to As kids head back to bus, learn vocabulary words share lesson plan ideas with school this fall, parents and before soccer practice starts their fellow teachers online, teachers alike are embrac- or even learn a new lan- give quizzes and homework ing new technologies for the guage while waiting for the assignments, teach with classroom that create more carpool! common-core aligned educa- personalized learning expe- tion apps, and provide a BRING YOUR OWN space for students to learn riences. The latest educa- DEVICE tion trends feature interac- collaboratively. tive re?sources and tools Schools are getting on APPS, NOT APPLES that help families stay con- board and devoting nected and learn together, resources to digital educa- In the modern classroom, anywhere and anytime. tion tools, especially since kids are forgoing shiny red textbooks take years to apples this fall and instead LEARNING ON THE GO update and reprint. Nearly gifting their new teachers Mobile education is on the 85 percent of educational with iTunes cards and rise as devices like tablets, institutions now allow Edmodo Store credits for smartphones, e-readers and teachers or students to use premium apps. Edmodo’s netbooks are becoming their own devices in school, newest apps include Digital more affordable and wide- based on research from Passport, which teaches spread than computers. Bradford Networks, and the kids how to become respon- Now, nearly 80 percent of usage is increasing. Now, sible digital citizens, and U.S. teens own a cell phone, school districts encourage LearnStreet, which teaches says the Pew Research teachers to bring education kids how to code with Young students learn to be responsible digital citizens. Center, and three-fourths of online through safe and JavaScript and offers a vari- them access the Internet secure social learning net- ety of coding projects, such using mobile devices, allow- works like Edmodo, which as developing your own cal- ing them to study on the go. has 20 million users in every culator, algorithmic tools Educational apps for these U.S. state and every country and games! A Back-To-School devices help students prac- in the world. Teachers use Checklist That Includes Time For Mom

Instead of facing the new school year with a sense of dread, plan something fun or active for your kids in the days before school begins to celebrate the coming school year. Organize an activity with some school friends your kids may not have seen much over the summer to get them excited about going back to school or plan a spe- cial family dinner and share A public service campaign has been created that gives parents tips on teaching children how to eat healthier and be more active. To help make your kids’ return to school less stressful, try reinforc- favorite summer memories ing earlier bedtimes at least two weeks before the first day of the as well as what everyone is school year. most looking forward to in the new school year. Parents: Challenge Your Kids To (NAPS) School Checklist provides MAKE SOME TIME There’s good news for tips and tricks for navigat- FOR MOM ing the hectic back-to-school moms who find the back-to- According to “Mom school (BTS) season a stress- season and alleviates some Make Healthy Choices; We Can! of Mom’s stress by helping Generations” blogger ful time. With a little bit of Audrey McClelland, moms planning, a few new tools her check items such as shopping for supplies, get- also need to set some time and some well-deserved per- aside for themselves. sonal time, it’s possible for a ting the house in order and preparing the kids for the Said McClelland, who has Video Campaign Shows You How mom to manage all her four sons of her own head- responsibilities in style.? new regimen, off her list.? For example, getting your ing back to school this fall, (NAPS) inspiring you and your chil- cally active for at least 60 A recent BTS readiness “The most important back- survey for P&G by ORC kids back on a regular sleep As parents and care- dren to laugh, dance, play, minutes each day. They schedule for the school year to-school tip I can offer is a givers, we all want our kids and eat healthy foods togeth- should be active enough that International found that 93 reminder to moms to take percent of moms say they may take some preparation, to thrive. We want them to er—without the stress or they can talk, but they can’t but if you start early, it will time for themselves during eat healthier and be more guilt. Watch the “All In sing. face challenges when send- this busy time—and there ing their kids back to school, help prepare them for the physically active. Yet getting Together” video and try not • Limit kids’ screen time first day of school and also are simple ways to do that.”? them to look up from their to tap your foot and start to no more than two hours a and half of moms inter- She suggests the follow- viewed say shopping for sup- bring a pleasant end to sum- screens and get moving, or singing along—then get out- d a y. mer.? ing: to choose a healthier side to make family time, • Fill half of your family’s plies, and the cost of those 1. Before the kids wake up supplies, are the most chal- Try these tips: snack—that’s the tough healthy time. plates with fruits and veg- • Make the Most of Your for school, enjoy a cup of part. Here is where the new Watch the Spanish-lan- etables. lenging aspects of all.? coffee in your quiet house.? In addition, 85 percent of Lists—A favorite organiza- public service announce- guage video “Podemos” and • When your family is tional strategy for moms 2. Take a morning walk ments (PSAs) from the try not to jump up and shake active, be sure it’s for at least moms surveyed agree that with a friend in your neigh- having a clean, well-organ- everywhere—there’s no Childhood Obesity your hips—then show your 10 minutes at a stretch. shortage of “lists” as moms borhood to kick off your day. Prevention PSA campaign kids that dancing to their • Bring healthy snacks ized home helps kids per- 3. Try some morning form better in school, while make their back-to-school may help (nih.gov/wecan). favorite song is a healthier with you when you’re on the preparations. Remember to yoga. The new PSAs focus on choice than sitting, plugged run. 70 percent of moms say 4. After the kids are their top strategy for getting keep your lists handy, helping you—parents and into the computer to listen. The new video campaign whether it’s a pad of paper dropped off at school (or just caregivers— show your chil- Each of the PSAs encour- was created in partnership their kids motivated and before you pick them up), excited for back-to-school in your purse or a note-tak- dren how to maintain a ages parents to search for with the U.S. Department of ing app on your smart- take 30 minutes for a mani- healthy weight by eating the We Can! (Ways to Health and Human Services season is to involve them in cure/pedicure.? back-to-school supply shop- phone—your lists won’t do right and moving more. Enhance Children’s Activity (HHS), the National you any good if they’re sit- 5. Slip an e-reader into Better still, they’re fun. & Nutrition)® website, Institutes of Health’s ping. And 55 percent say your purse and use idle min- that starting school with a ting at home while you’re This campaign is about where there is a wide array (NIH’s) We Can! program out and about! utes when you’re waiting for more than the sobering sta- of tips, strategies and activi- and the Ad Council. To view fun celebration is among the your kids to lose yourself in best things they do for their • Prepare Your Home— tistics: that childhood obesi- ties that can help kids make the ads and learn more Before school starts, carve the latest best seller. For ty rates have skyrocketed in healthier food choices and to about the PSA campaign, family to prepare for back to additional tips, check out school. out time to organize and the last three decades; that increase their physical and to get more tips to help deep clean your home. Look P&G Mom’s Back-to-School one in three children in the activity. children make healthier HELPFUL TIPS for opportunities to involve Checklist at www.pgevery- U.S. is overweight or obese; Here are some of the tips choices, visit the We Can! your kids, and always day.com/ backtoschool and to try with your family: website at To help, this fall, P&G is that the rates are higher for donate or pass on what’s still join the conversation at • Replace sugar-sweetened www.nih.gov/wecan. arming moms with more African American and in good condition and www.facebook.com/ drinks with water or fat-free To learn more about the than just back-to-school sup- Hispanic kids, at nearly 40 usable. PGEveryday and on Twitter milk. Ad Council, visit plies. P&G Mom’s Back-to- percent. • Choose to Celebrate!— (@pgeveryday). This campaign is about • Help your kids be physi- www.adcouncil.org. Computer Memory: Do You Have What’s Needed For School? 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It’s never too Campus,” which details schools across several early to start learning how common behaviors and atti- states, the Higher One to manage finances. tudes about students and Financial Academy offers a Otherwise, teens embark money management. web-based learning plat- on the college journey with- “Money Matters is unique form that will teach princi- out knowing how to avoid because it offers specific stu- ples about saving, credit debt, opt out of high interest dent attitudes and behaviors cards, interest rates, credit rates or dodge exorbitant on which educators and pol- scores, taxes, insurance, fees. Some students actually icy makers must focus and investing and beyond. expect to face these types of address. This report sounds Higher One provides financial hurdles because the alarm that institutions refund disbursement, pay- they don’t know any other must augment current ment and data analytics w a y. financial literacy educa- services to more than 1,600 “We need to ensure stu- tion,” Johnson added. colleges nationwide. For dents entering college are According to the survey of incoming freshmen and given the right financial lit- 40,000 first-year college stu- other students attending eracy education, tools and dents, 28.2 percent have a these schools who are look- support to make sound credit card, and 23.7 percent ing to open their first bank financial decisions while in have more than $1,000 in account, Higher One offers college and beyond,” said debt. While it’s not surpris- the perfect starter account Mary Johnson, Director, ing that more than 79 per- via its bank partners that is Financial Literacy and cent of students surveyed tailored to students. NewsUSA Student Aid Policy at worry about debt, some As a result, accounts are Young adults should start learning how to manage their finances in high school. Higher One. other spending behaviors transparent regarding fees Higher One is a financial are alarming. Such as, 60 and charges, and they use resource that offers banking percent find it okay to incur an educational approach options designed exclusive- an overdraft fee if they can that allows students to learn ly for college students. Since pay it off later. the ropes. Learn more about Sustainability — the company works solely To correct these bad the accounts at with students, aid experts money habits, Higher One www.myonemoney.com. like Johnson have firsthand Just Graduated? HR Pros Engineers Like It, Too NewsUSA Think You’re Lazy and Disloyal Some engineering experts believe mechanical engi- neers are advocates for NewsUSA will impact the company” international sustainability. Some other things At the very least, while some You think you know, but Millennials need to work on fully embrace and others you have no idea. in the eyes of HR profession- cautiously test the waters, a That’s according to a als? Communication and sustainable consciousness recent survey conducted by team spirit. Some 65 percent is surfacing in the occupa- online career network of Millennials responded tion. Beyond.com, which uncov- that they have strong inter- In a survey conducted by ered a vast difference in how personal communication the American Society of job seekers view them- skills, with a mere 14 per- Mechanical Engineers selves, compared to how cent of HR professionals in (ASME) in collaboration they’re seen from the per- agreement. And only 22 per- with the engineering soft- spective of an HR profes- cent of HR professionals ware firm Autodesk, 87 per- NewsUSA sional. The survey, which identified Millennials as cent of the professional and included more than 6,000 job being “team players,” com- From professional MEs to students, the field reports heightened student respondents seekers and veteran HR pro- pared to 60 percent of that interest in sustainability revealed their interest in fessionals from across the generation thinking they sustainable practices and encourage practices that in ASME efforts like country, revealed that while work well with others. designs. Furthermore, seek to use less energy, Engineering for Change, most Millennials One bright spot in the sur- mechanical engineers (MEs) reduce emissions or use E4C, a project co-founded (Generation Y) are opti- vey for Millennials is that displayed a professional renewable or recycled mate- with the Institute of mistic about finding NewsUSA HR professionals over- interest in sustainability rials. Electrical and Electronics employment (84 percent), Survey results suggest HR pro- whelmingly identified their along with a personal invest- Some students and fresh Engineers (IEEE) and HR professionals are not fessionals aren’t optimistic generation as being “tech- ment. graduates are very familiar Engineers Without Borders- convinced they have what it about the abilities of savvy” (86 percent). When “Sustainability is clearly with sustainable methods. USA. By connecting local takes. Millennials. asked the same of them- establishing itself as part of The ASME survey, which governments and activists The harshest criticism? selves though, ironically the mechanical engineering polled nearly 2,000 ME stu- with engineers, technolo- Loyalty. While 83 percent of only 35 percent of culture,” says Thomas dents, found that more than gists and NGOs, E4C facili- Millennials viewed them- competing against each Millennials thought they Loughlin, executive director 70 percent of students tates the creation and shar- selves as being “loyal” to an other, sometimes they’re were technologically gifted at ASME. “Some 75 percent reported being extremely or ing of sustainable solutions employer, only 1 percent of competing against their — the sole instance where of the engineers surveyed somewhat involved with to humanitarian challenges HR professionals associated own stereotype,” said Joe perception actually helped. suggested that their organi- sustainable engineering. in communities around the their generation with that Weinlick, VP of Marketing “When it comes to an zations are involved, or even Engineering ethics cours- world. trait. There were similar for Beyond.com. interview,” continued extremely involved, in sus- es discuss the social respon- To learn more about the feelings from HR profession- “Millennials should use this Weinlick, “the one thing tainability. This is another sibilities of mechanical ME occupation and its als on issues like work ethic data to anticipate and coun- that will cut through any example of the vision and engineering, especially its emphasis on sustainable and management potential, teract a perception that may misperception is confi- commitment of engineers ability to make an impact on engineering, visit with only 11 percent of have already been formed by dence.” around the world to improve global sustainability. Some www.asme.org. The future respondents identifying an interviewer. A resume The full Beyond.com the quality of life for all.” professors argue the sus- looks bright, especially Millennials as “hard work- only conveys so much, and a Generational Survey can be Loughlin isn’t the only tainable development frame- when two-thirds of sur- ers” and 9 percent as “ hav- job seeker needs to fill the viewed here: one who believes that work supports the idea that veyed engineers expect their ing the ability to lead.” gaps for a potential employ- http://about.beyond.com/p embracing sustainable prac- good engineering entails a organizations or employers “Job seekers aren’t just er to show exactly how they ress/releases/Millennials. tices should be part of the level of environmental con- to increase sustainable gig. Many universities and scientiousness. efforts and green specifica- Help a Top Health Research Institute engineering programs Such concepts are applied tions in the next year. Make Funding Decisions Permanent Life Insurance Has

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