Free by request to residents of Webster, Dudley and the Oxfords SEND YOUR NEWS AND PICS TO [email protected] Friday, July 9, 2021 Nichols names IWL School Committee after Engelkemeyer postpones superintendent contract discussions The college made the announcement on June BY JASON BLEAU to notify the superinten- set for Aug. 31. 28 also announcing CORRESPONDENT dent of their intent to There was some debate $400,000 contributed to negotiate for a successor about whether or not such the endowment for the DUDLEY/CHARLTON agreement prior to June a motion was appropri- Institute by the trust- – The Dudley Charlton 31. However, committee ate for a public forum. It ees. Engelkemeyer, who Regional School member Catherin Kabala was discussed that chang- joined Nichols College in Committee has come recommended that due to ing the deadline would 2011, was a driving force to an agreement with missed deadlines result- change the specifications I the creating of the IWL Superintendent Steven ing from a chaotic school in the superintendent’s in 2013 after reading an Lamarche to postpone year the decision be contract which would article about the gender discussions on his con- moved to a deadline at make the discussion a wage gap in the work- tract until August at the the end of August. contract negotiation, force. Today the Institute latest. The decision came “There was a dead- something done in exec- helps foster career oppor- as both parties found line for June 1 when the utive session. However, tunities for women in themselves at an unin- superintendent was sup- it was determined that business and, with the tentional impasse during posed to tell us in writing if both parties agreed to help of Professor Jean the committee’s June 23 he wanted to negotiate,” the change, then it could Beaupre, produces the meeting, realizing that Kabala said. “We’re sup- be discussed in public. Massachusetts Women’s the superintendent’s posed to have the evalu- Both the committee and Leadership Index every performance review had ation done before June Lamarche openly stat- two years. yet to take place and 30, so all of the dates are ed they were okay with “The Institute for the superintendent had kind of mixed up this Kabala’s amended dead- Women’s Leadership is missed a deadline to year. Noone’s at fault. line. Committee member an integral part of the express interest in the The whole school year’s Cathleen Carmignani Nichols College mission negotiations. been like that.” was one of several who to develop prepared, con- Originally, the school Kabala made a motion fident and ethical lead- committee was supposed that the new deadline be Turn To CONTRACT page A13 ers of tomorrow,” said President Engelkemeyer in a statement released Susan Engelkemeyer by the college. “Our stu- Pearle L. Crawford Library dents – both female and iar name forever attached male – benefit from the BY JASON BLEAU to it with the announce- Institute’s efforts to fos- programs return in full swing CORRESPONDENT ment by the college’s ter awareness of gender Board of Trustees that inequality and to affect BY JASON BLEAU a lot of those are already host to a variety of family DUDLEY – The the IWL will be named change at the personal CORRESPONDENT full, so we’re working on friendly activities geared Institute for Women’s in honor of now-retired and institutional levels. I figuring out if we can add towards learning and cre- Nichols president Susan DUDLEY – As the some sessions and try to ativity. These include dis- Leadership at Nichols Turn To NICHOLS page A13 College will have a famil- Engelkemeyer. world returns to a rel- figure out how to juggle secting owl pellets, paint- ative norm following that,” Carter said. ing bird houses, making the COVID-19 pandem- As of the meeting, animal magnets, the ic, activity is picking around 35 children had weekly lunch story times up at Dudley’s Pearl L. signed up for events while and even the Records and Marsi chosen as Select Board Chair Crawford Library with a 40 adults and teenagers Burpee Petting Zoo on growing slate of adult and had registered for activ- June 19. As Carter stat- BY JASON BLEAU initially motioned that of the rest of the board. youth programs adding ities for the older crowd. ed, no special programs CORRESPONDENT Steven Sullivan be nom- Selectman Jay Johnson up for the rest of 2021. She also revealed that the have been scheduled for inated for chair since was elected vice chair Library Director Knit & Crochet Group, a the month of August, DUDLEY – The Dudley Sullivan received the and Sullivan was elected Drusilla Carter discussed staple of the library, was but September brings a Board of Selectmen held most votes between clerk. Both also received the status of the library’s returning to in-person few more adult orient- its annual changing of the two in the election. unanimous votes of sup- program lineup during a activities as of June 25. ed programs like a tips the guard on June 21, However, Sullivan kind- port. Board of Trustees meet- “Programming so far is and tricks program for installing a new chair ly declined nominating Selectmen also took ing on June 22 where going very well. We are accessing free ebooks and to lead the board for the Marsi for the position the time to recognize she recalled the success- planning to take August audiobooks through the next 12 months following instead. the exiting chair, Kerry ful Jungle Jim Summer off from programming Libby app and a History the annual town elec- “I think it’s time for Cyganiewicz, who Reading Kickoff event except for the knitters of Shoes program. Carter tion where incumbents somebody else to lead the was elected to the seat that took place the day coming in. That’s usually says the calendar will Steven Sullivan and John charge,” said Sullivan. last year. Selectman before and the exciting the month that we see so continue to fill with new Marsi were re-elected to “He ran an outstanding Marsi said Cyganiewicz list of in-person activities few people so we’re going programs throughout the the board. campaign for re-election, deserves plenty of credit returning to the library to kind of have August as year. A full calendar of As it turns out, it was and has done nothing but for helping lead the board after a year of socially a rest and recharge then upcoming events at the those two selectmen who wonderful things for the and the town through an distant online program- start right back up in Pearle can be found at were brought forth as town.” unprecedented pandem- ming. September,” Carter said. www.crawfordlibrary. candidates for the board’s Marsi was elected chair Turn To MARSI Page A13 “We have a number of Looking at the month of org. top position. John Marsi in a unanimous decision children’s activities and July the library will play

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On June 14, Flag Day, the management of Indian Ranch once again put out a wonderful luncheon for the veterans of our community. Former Rep. Paul Kujawski, who is one of the veterans’ biggest advocates, gave a stirring talk on the appreciation of the veterans as well as handing out hats to the veterans of the Korean War and Desert Storm which were mightily appreciated. When everyone had eaten their fill, the veterans boarded the Indian Princess to cruise around Webster Lake. Due to the cold inclement weather on June 14, the participation was much less than other years however, it was a very enjoyable day for all involved as it usually is, and it kicks off the summer season for veterans who always look forward to this day. Stephen Rogerson, Veterans Services Officer for the town of Dudley, offered a very warm and sincere thank you to Indian Ranch and Kujawski on behalf of all the veterans who participated for their unwavering support of local veterans in Webster and Dudley. 2 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 9, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com

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40 Schofield Ave., Dudley ~ 508-949- Free, but registration is Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet ACCURACY WATCH: 8021 required. Registered participants will Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- receive a link for the Zoom program 24 tion required. The Webster Times is committed to Join us for one of our virtual pro- hours before the event. Sponsored by accuracy in all its news reports. Although grams at the Pearle! the Dudley Cultural Council. ANIMAL MAGNETS/PENDANTS numerous safeguards are in place to ensure To register go to www.crawfordli- Thursday July 22 (first half) & accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. brary.org or call 508-949-8021 MERMAID KEYCHAINS Monday July 26 (second half) – multiple Confirmed fact errors will be corrected in Friday July 9 – multiple sessions sessions a timely manner on page A3. We cannot Join us to make your own mermaid We will be creating animal magnets run corrections based upon differences of KNIT & CROCHET GROUP keychain using yarn and beads! or pendants. This is a 2 part activity. opinion or unconfirmable facts. We will, Thursday 5:30PM – 7:30PM and Friday Ages 8-14. Limited to five participants Part one is creating the animal and part however, print letters to the editor from 10:00AM-12:00PM per session. two is painting it. (If you cannot come area residents who wish to add their com- Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet to the second session you can take your ments to our news coverage. If you fin d a All stitchers are welcome for this Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- creation home to dry.) mistake, please email news@stonebridge- informal group. tion required. This is for ages 8-12. press.news or call (508) 909-4106. During DISSECT AN OWL PELLET Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet non-business hours, leave a message in the LUNCH TIME STORY TIMES Monday July 12 – multiple sessions Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- editor’s voicemail box. Wednesdays at noon throughout the Join us to dissect an owl pellet and see tion required. summer what bones we find and identify them. Ages 5-12. Limited to five participants STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER Story time will be held outside in the per session. Thursday July 29 2:00PM-4:00PM lot near the children’s wing. There will Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet We are letting your stuffed animals be a take home craft each week that Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- take over the library! Drop in and DUDLEY goes with what we read. tion required create a bed for your stuffed animal to PAINT A BIRDHOUSE sleep in, and then leave them to sleep These are geared for ages 0-5. Sessions Friday July 16 – multiple sessions overnight. We will then make sure they POLICE LOG are limited to 15 families. Be advised we Join us to paint and decorate a pre- have a fun night at the Library. (We DUDLEY — The Dudley Police will be outdoors so bug spray and sun- built birdhouse to attract birds to your will post their adventures on Facebook Department reported the following screen is recommended. yard. and Instagram.) arrests during the week of June 25 to Ages 5-12. Limited to five participants Please register your animal! You can July 2. 7/7 Mermaids per session. drop them off anytime between 2-4PM. A 37-year-old male whose name has 7/14 Dragons Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet Sponsored by the Hugh and Harriet been withheld from publication was 7/21 Animal Safari Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- Crawford Endowment. Free; registra- arrested on June 30 for Assault & Battery 7/28 Bubble Party tion required tion required. on a Family or Household Member and BURPEE AND RECORDS PETTING Strangulation or Suffocation. Free; registration required. ZOO SUMMER READING ENDS Kellie J. Petrelli, age 56, of Monday July 19 – multiple sessions Friday, July 30 1:00PM-3:00PM Southbridge was arrested on June 30 PLAYFUL ENGINEERS Register for a 25-minute session to Drop in and get an ice cream sand- for Operating Under the Influence of Tuesday July 6 11:00AM meet and pet a variety of real animals. wich or popcorn for participating in Alcohol, Negligent Operation of a Motor You will have the ability to purchase summer reading! Ms. Lida will be out- Vehicle, a Marked Lanes Violation, Jay Mankita leads a Rube Goldberg- small amounts of feed for the animals. side for your last minute reading track- and Unlicensed Operation of a Motor inspired romp into the world of build- The money from the feed machines will ing to put your tickets in the raffle Vehicle. ing complicated chain reactions to go to help the Friends of the Library! baskets. accomplish simple tasks, from our own Come meet animals like a llama, Sponsored by the Friends of the ordinary stuff. alpaca, tortoise, squirrel monkey, goats, Library. and others! Hanover Insurance Group Foundation awards scholarships to 52 students

WORCESTER — The Hanover Dayanara Velazquez Burncoat Group. The foundation’s mission is to property and casualty insur-ance com- Insurance Group Foundation recently Senior High School, Worcester, Mass. enact meaningful and positive change panies, which together constitute one awarded 52 college scholarships to high Duong Vo Doherty High School, in the lives of un-derserved children of the largest insurance businesses in school and college students to support Worcester, Mass. and youth – and empower the differ- the United States. The company pro- higher education learning. Henry Weiland Shepherd Hill ence makers who support them. The vides exceptional insurance solutions Students were recognized with schol- Regional High School, Dudley, Mass. Hano-ver Insurance Group Foundation through a select group of independ-ent arships based on their local community provides program grants to nonprofit agents and brokers. Together with its involvement and commitments to aca- For more information about The organizations that work col-laborative- agent partners, The Hanover offers demic excellence. This marks the 17th Hanover’s community relations or giv- ly in their communities, offering new standard and special-ized insurance year The Hanover Insurance Group ing efforts please visit The Hanover and innovative programs that address protection for small and mid-sized busi- Foundation has awarded college schol- Foundation. the barriers preventing children and nesses, as well as for homes, automo- arships to help students accomplish About The Hanover Insurance Group youth from realizing their full future biles, and other personal items. For their academic goals. Foundation potential. more information, please visit hanover. “We are proud of the commitment The Hanover Insurance Group About The Hanover com. shown by this year’s scholarship Foundation, Inc. is the charitable giv- The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. recipients at a time when there was so ing arm of The Hanover Insur-ance is the holding company for several much uncertainty in the world,” said Kimberly M. Salmon, assistant vice president of The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.’s community relations team. “These scholars overcame obsta- cles created by the COVID-19 pandemic and focused their energy on education and community to continue on their journeys toward successful futures. We are honored to support their education and continue our mission of helping youth realize their full potential.”

Greater Worcester community schol- arship recipients are: Abdulkadir Abdullahi North High School, Worcester, Mass. Alwaleed Alhabeeb Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Leona Antwi Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Samantha Anusauskas Auburn Senior High School, Auburn, Mass. Ananda Boateng Abby Kelley Foster Charter School, Worcester, Mass. Michaela Cluett Shepherd Hill Regional High School, Dudley, Mass. Gabriella Correa Burncoat Senior High School, Worcester, Mass. Alysha Creelman Auburn Senior High School, Auburn, Mass. Ashley Figueroa Shepherd Hill Regional High School, Dudley, Mass. Maxwell Fyfe Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Keegan Gleason Millbury Memorial Jr./ Sr. High School, Millbury, Mass. Aracely Herrera Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Truong-Thinh Huynh Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Kathryn James Bartlett High School, Webster, Mass. Juliana Kallio Grafton Memorial Senior High School, Grafton, Mass. Victoria Lemieux Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School, Upton, Mass. Kaitlyn ManziBlackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School, Upton, Mass. Loise Obeng Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Nancy Phan South High Community School, Worcester, Mass. Michaela Rickards Worcester Technical High School, Worcester, Mass. Thomas Short Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Kasey Simmons Auburn Senior High School, Auburn, Mass. Jenna Soden Leicester High School, Leicester, Mass. Erisa Sote Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Ryan Spitz Bartlett High School, Webster, Mass. Victoria Torkornoo Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. Isabella Vangos Auburn Senior High School, Auburn, Mass. 4 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 9, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com GLADYS E. KELLY LIBRARY

2 Lake St., Webster, MA 01570 ~ 508-949-3880 your whole family. Feel free to dress up in your ’80s times and either eat lunch outside on the library apparel, and check out this hilarious spoof film by Mel lawn or take meals home! Meals are pre-packaged and Brooks, and May the Schwartz be with you! nutritional. Summer Eats is a federally-funded food All programs are scheduled to be held outside on program that seeks to combat food insecurity and the Library lawn (unless otherwise noted), weather Children’s and Young Adult Programming hunger, providing every child with the food they need permitting. to succeed!

Adult Programming Summer Reading 2021 - “Tails and Tales!” - June Animal Adventures – Friday, July 9th 10:30-11:00AM Hatch-a-Chick – Month of June 28th-August 20th This outdoor program will feature live ani- The Library Lobby is now home to some very spe- Join us at the Gladys E. Kelly Library from mals of all shapes and sizes! Learn all kinds of facts cial friends for the month of June! Watch as 7 chicken June 28th to August 20th for our summer-long “Tails about how different animals live in a fun and safe eggs incubate throughout the month, then stop in or and Tales” reading program! Read books (novels, setting. watch on Facebook Live as they hatch around June picture books, audio books, comics, etc.) for opportu- 21st. Don’t miss seeing these adorable, fluffy chicks nities to win fun prizes! Sign up is FREE and includes Touch a Truck – Saturday, July 10th 10:00AM-12:00PM before they head back to the farm in early July! a bag full of goodies and a log to track your reading Meet us at the Town Hall Parking Lot for a chance minutes. Sign up any time throughout the summer, to get up close to Webster’s coolest and biggest town Adult Summer Reading – June 28th-August 20th read, and claim prizes as you go. For ages 0-17. Teens vehicles! Stop by the Library Circulation Desk to sign get their own prizes to choose from this year! Email up for our Adult Summer Reading Program. All you [email protected] or call 508-949-3880 for more infor- Ed the Wizard – Tuesday, July 13th 10:30AM-11:30AM have to do is read or listen to books and return them mation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Gladys E. Learn how to make your own Balloon Animals! to the Library to get raffle tickets. Enter to win Gift Kelly Public Library and Marilyn and Gerald Fels. A Family Friendly Hands-on Program for all ages! Cards and Prizes from local businesses. Sponsored by Younger children may need parental help; parents the Friends of the Gladys E. Kelly Public Library and Wiggles and Giggles! - Wednesday, June 30th 10:00- may require offspring help! This performance is fund- Marilyn and Gerald Fels. 11:00AM ed, in part, by a grant from the Webster Cultural Come sing, dance, and make music with Council. Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners – Beginning Lainey Hanlon! For children ages 2-5 and their par- July 8th, 8:00PM ents/caregivers. Visit from the Massachusetts Pirates – July 19th and Interested in trying out Dungeons and Dragons for August 9th 10AM the first time? Tried it once or twice but can’t find Summer Eats – Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6th – Come and meet the Massachusetts Pirates folks to play with? Our Adult Services Librarian will August 5th 12:00-12:30PM football team! Their mascot, Arthur, will be doing be taking an intrepid group of beginner adventurers Summer Eats provides FREE grab and go meals for story reading at 10AM! through a whirlwind introduction to the world of all kids and teens! Stop by the library during these Dungeons and Dragons! No experience required, but space is very limited. Contact Peter at parsenault@ cwmars.org for more information and to reserve your WEBSTER spot. This will be a virtual program. Area students receive degrees as

Outdoor ‘80s Movie Night – Thursday, July 15th Western New England University POLICE LOG 8:00PM Join us on the Library Lawn for an out of this world celebrates Commencement WEBSTER — The Webster Police movie experience! Bring a chair or a blanket, and Department reported the following arrests during the week of June 27 to SPRINGFIELD — Western New England University’s July 3. undergraduate commencement was held on Saturday, May Amanda E. Gorgodian, age 33, cur- 15. More than 480 students received degrees. The top five rent address unknown, was arrested fields of study for undergraduates in 2021 were Mechanical on June 27 for Assault & Battery and Engineering, Pharmacy Studies, Accounting, Criminal Disorderly Conduct. Justice, and Psychology. A 32-year-old male from Webster In his remarks, President Robert E. Johnson charged the whose name has been withheld from Class of 2021 to go out as global citizens and transform the publication was arrested on June 28 world. for Assault & Battery on a Family or “This journey that took place over the course of the last Household Member. year has prepared you for that next stage and step in your Alex Melendez, age 25, of Southbridge life as you leave Golden Bear country and go out into the was arrested on June 29 in connection world,” he said, congratulating the graduates as they join with a warrant. the more than 48,000 alumni of the University. “There were A 50-year-old female from Webster times where we could not necessarily see the end, but we whose name has been withheld from made it. Each and every one of you hung in there. You are publication was arrested on June 29 for now prepared for the next step in your life. You are prepared Assault & Battery with a Dangerous for the journey.” Weapon and Assault & Battery on a Graduating senior Autumn Kelly (Communication) gave Family or Household Member. the Undergraduate Class of 2021 student address, reminding Omar Nieves Roman, age 41, of her fellow graduates that “this journey has been long and Webster was arrested on June 30 in con- hard, harder than we could have ever imagined, and yet here nection with a warrant. we are standing. Although each of our paths were different, Kellie J. Petrelli, age 56, of we all landed here at the same destination, graduation day. Southbridge was arrested on June 30 Our journeys do not end today. New targets are in view like for Operating Under the Influence of graduate school, the military, or joining the workforce and, Alcohol, Negligent Operation of a Motor like the strongest Native American warrior, it is time once Vehicle, a Marked Lanes Violation, again to take back that bow string, aim our crooked arrows, and Unlicensed Operation of a Motor and reach our next target.” Vehicle. The graduating class hailed from 27 states: Arizona, Marco R. Chessa, age 32, of Webster California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, was arrested on June 30 in connection Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, with a warrant. Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Paul J. Ondrasek, age 70, of Webster Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode was arrested on July 1 in connection Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and with multiple warrants. Wisconsin. Graduates were also from Canada, China, and Wilfredo Rivera, Jr., age 33, of India. Worcester was arrested on July 1 in Western New England University congratulates the follow- connection with a warrant. ing students: Brittney L. Velasquez, age 22, of Nicholas Adam Rosebrooks of Oxford graduated with a BS Dudley was arrested on July 3 in con- in Chemistry. nection with a warrant. Anthony E. Hakala of Dudley graduated Cum Laude with a William James Ivett, age 36, of Webster BSE in Mechanical Engineering. was arrested on July 3 for Disordery Devon M. Teague of Dudley graduated Magna Cum Laude Conduct (subsequent offense). with a BSE in Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics Concentration. View the Western New England University 2021 Commencement Ceremonies at https://www1.wne.edu/com- ALMANAC mencement/index. 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BOX 90, SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550 www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 9, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 5 DA’s CIMS program generates encouraging results BY KEVIN FLANDERS in all 60 Worcester County cities and cials said. services. And the other thing that we STAFF WRITER towns over the last year to collect over- “By getting the names of the folks were missing was when people were REGION – Worcester County District dose data and offer services to overdose who’ve had the non-fatal overdos- outside of Webster having an overdose, Attorney Joseph Early, Jr., and his victims. Response visits made to vic- es, and by giving the opportunity for we never knew. Now, with CIMS, we team continue to see encouraging local tims were performed by a plainclothes the follow-up – what you’ve done is can follow up with them. It’s a really response metrics in the opioid crisis. police officer and a recovery coach, open the door,” said Worcester City integral part of getting these people the Launched in March 2020, the DA’s usually within 48 hours of an overdose Manager Edward Augustus, Jr. “You’ve help they need.” Critical Incident Management System incident. made the connection. You’ve provided Webster’s responses to those in need (CIMS) was used by police departments In the last year, more than half of all an opportunity for that person when has been assisted by a partnership with residents who were offered services fol- they’re ready to take advantage of the Opening the Word Recovery Center, lowing an overdose accepted treatment treatment options that are available to run by Rev. Janice Ford. Opened in as part of the CIMS program. them.” June 2020, the facility has served more REAL ESTATE “These are encouraging numbers,” CIMS also allows police departments than 2,000 people. Early said. “It was a challenging year to share information. That way, when a The Spencer Police Department has Dudley to launch this program with the road- person overdoses outside of their home- also enjoyed its experience with the $410,000, 30 Old Southbridge Rd, blocks presented by the COVID-19 pan- town, they are still able to receive a CIMS program. Washkevich, Nathan M, and Sutton, demic. These numbers are a promising follow-up visit. “We are tracking these individuals Heather L, to Tamufor-Janet, Naah. start. Any time we can help even one “Addiction has no jurisdictional who would have fallen through the $325,000, 19 Hall Rd, Faille, Carolyn person get access to treatment is a life boundaries,” said Fitchburg Police cracks in the past,” said Spencer PD D, and Faille, Robin W, to Brindisi, that is being saved.” Chief Ernest Martineau, the former Chief David Darrin. Peter A. The District Attorney’s Office pur- president of the Central Mass. Chiefs Although the CIMS response data is $285,000, 7 Ellis Ave, Davtyan, chased the CIMS software for $40,000, of Police Association. “When there’s pointed in the right direction, officials Artem, and Anikina, Yulia, to using drug forfeiture funds in 2019. The no boundary for that, there can be no know there is much more work to be Youssef, Beshoy I. implementation of CIMS represent- boundary for helping people. And that’s done. In the fall of 2020, the District $95,000, Truman Dr #12, Galaxy ed a partnership between the District what this does. It connects 60 cities’ and Attorney’s office was awarded a $1.2 Estates LLC, to Barnes, Megan, and Attorney’s Office, local police depart- towns’ police departments in respond- million grant from the Federal Bureau Barnes, Matthew. ments, and municipalities. ing and helping.” of Justice Assistance to fund recovery The CIMS software works by collect- Added Webster Police Chief Michael coaches that will respond with police ing and processing data on overdose Shaw, “The beauty of CIMS coming to follow up and offer services after an Oxford victims to enable officials to better on board is now we have a centralized overdose. $410,000, 9 Corey Dr, Langlais- provide assistance. The goal is to help database that’s tracking, and we get Boyle, Tammie M, to Girouard, people recover, not prosecute them, offi- an alert when we have to go offer up Joseph B, and Pawlikowska, Martyna. $310,000, 61 Charlton St, Chamberlain, Thomas J, to Rizzuti, Local non-profit CMDART Joseph J. $225,000, 6 Sutton Ave, Daviau LT, and Forgione, Julie A, to Smith, Timothy S. seeks board members $191,000, 14 Park St, Norsigian Robert G Est, and Febres, Ann, to REGION — The Central Massachusetts Disaster Animal public safety and prevention education where it involves pets Holdcraft, John D. Response Team, Inc. (CMDART) is currently seeking addi- and the people who love them. A new addition of Board mem- $70,000, 9 Misty Meadow Ln, Oxford tional volunteer Board members to aid the administration of bers will help support our forward progress, assist a man- Town Of, to Gronek, Jaroslaw, and our non-profit 501C3 charitable organization that helps ani- ageable distribution of tasks, and assist the establishment of Gronek, Asleksandra. mals and pet owners facing man-made or natural disasters. strategic short and long-range goals. Central Mass residency $25,000, Oxbow Rd, Oxford Town Since 2003, CMDART has aided local communities with required. Of, to Fox, Brendan G, and Ritsick- Candidates for the Board will hopefully have some knowl- Fox, Ann B. edge of the workings of a non-profit organization, fund-rais- ing, and group task/committee work. As a board member, you will gain some knowledge and experience in planning, Webster finance and emergency management; enhance and challenge $995,000, 143 Thompson Rd, Towers Dudley Woman’s Club your organizational and leadership skills; increase your pro- Realty LLC, and 194 Joe Orr LLC, to fessional network, help to improve the safety and welfare of Princeton 200 LLC. pet owners and animals, contribute to a humanitarian cause $799,000, 23 Beacon Rd, Whitehead, completes successful year that can prevent, respond to, and reduce suffering for pet Ray B, and Legere, Donna L, to owners and their animals. Reardon, Edward C, and Reardon, DUDLEY — Despite the pandemic during the 2020-2021 During this year of Covid-19, the team has distributed per- Milanka H. club year, the DWC stepped up and donated more than sonal protective equipment to hospitals, senior facilities and $310,000, 11 Overlook Ave, Collette, $14,500 in goods and cash donations across the following animal control, assisted local emergency planning to include Jody M, and Griggs-Collette, Susan organizations: You, Inc - Christmas Adopt A Child Program, efforts to help pet owners, has volunteered at local vaccine E, to Dias-Silva, Fabio, and Silva, Worcester Community Fridges, Roseland Park Upkeep fund, clinics, produced an on-line program about assistance ani- Nicole E. Blessed Backpack Brigade, Breast Cancer Coalition, Center mals, held a couple of fun yard sales, assisted local fire recov- $310,000, 44 Sunny Ave, Flynn, of Hope, Charlton REAS, Dudley Veterans, HANDS, It Starts ery sites, and distributed pet food to some local food pantries. Julie A, to Kreitzberg, Michael S. At Home, Inc. Second Chance Animal Shelter, Veteran’s For more information and to submit a letter of interest to $230,000, 8 Pinewood Dr, Brown, Holiday Gifts, Webster/Dudley Boys and Girls Club, Dudley our organization, contact [email protected] or Richard F, to Turning Pt Invs LLC. Police Toy Drive, 3 Scholarships to Graduating local high call 508-803-1989 and go to our Web site, www.cmdart.org, for $82,231, 42 Bates Point Rd, US Bank school Seniors and the Webster/Dudley Food Share! more information. NA Tr, and Williams, Charlene L, to A great big thank you to all who contributed to help others Cabana Properties Iv LLC. during this difficult time! 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Even if a child is a great swimmer, Over one weekend in June there were a panicked person will overpower them, Dominic is a caring, creative, five tragic drownings involving both pulling them underwater with them. The and funny boy of Caucasian de- minors and adults, bringing the total to Y teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” scent. Whether is caring for them ten drownings in Massachusetts since concept of using a long object to reach for May. The majority of these deaths are them and pull them to safety. By using or just playing with them, Dominic preventable through age appropriate this technique children can help their loves every chance he gets to swim lessons, or at the very least, knowl- friend without compromising their own edge about how to be safe around water. safety. spend time with animals! When Each year there are nearly 3,600 fatal While swimming lessons alone will Dominic gets older, he’d love to drownings — about 10 deaths per day not prevent all tragic drownings, it is become a veterinarian. Dominic — in swimming incidents. Even more important for more people to have the alarming, drowning is the leading cause knowledge and skills necessary to move is described as a kind and fun- of death for children aged 1-4, and about through the water safely and with confi- ny young man. In his spare time, one in five people who die from drown- dence. ing are children aged 14 and younger. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts Dominic also likes drawing and The best way to prevent drowning is to is committed to helping you and your coloring. He is curious boy who learn basic swimming — knowing how family be safe around water. 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Massachusetts is now offering swim les- Transportation and Legally freed for adoption, a two-parent household would best support sons year round. “We have seen an increase in drown- Dominic’s everyday needs. A family would need to be open to services enter- ings all over the state, as well as in our Fundación MAPFRE ing their home to work with Dominic on a regular basis. Dominic’s three sib- area, and now that our Y is fully open, we are in a unique position to offer crit- Launch “Look lings also have a goal of adoption, so continued contact would be beneficial. ically important swim lessons and safe- ty around water courses,” said David Both Ways” PSA to Who Can Adopt? Connell, President and CEO. Here are just a few simple water safety Can you provide the guidance, love and stability that a child needs? If tips from the YMCA that can help save Promote Road Safety you’re at least 18 years old, have a stable source of income, and room in a life: your heart, you may be a perfect match to adopt a waiting child. Adoptive Never swim alone. Teach your chil- PSA CHALLENGES dren that they should only swim in loca- MASSACHUSETTS DRIVERS TO BE parents can be single, married, or partnered; experienced or not; renters or tions where lifeguard is on duty. homeowners; LGBTQ singles and couples. Supervise your children whenever AGGRESSIVELY NICE they’re in water. Whether it’s bath time The process to adopt a child from foster care requires training, interviews, or taking a dip in a pool or lake, make BOSTON and WEBSTER, Mass., and home visits to determine if adoption is right for you, and if so, to help con- sure your children are within an arm’s June 22, 2021 – Fundación MAPFRE and the Massachusetts Department of nect you with a child or sibling group that your family will be a good match for. reach of you at all times. Don’t engage in breath holding activi- Transportation today announced a new To learn more about adoption from foster care, call the Massachusetts ties. Children shouldn’t hold their breath public service campaign to engage people Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at 617-964-6273 or visit www.mare- for a prolonged amount of time while in changing their behavior on the roads. swimming, as this can cause drowning The campaign is part of an effort to reduce inc.org. The sooner you call, the sooner a waiting child will have a permanent and has several other severe physical road-related injuries and fatalities, partic- place to call home. side-effects. ularly as pandemic restrictions are lifted Wear a life jacket. Inexperienced or and people get back on the roads for sum- non-swimmers should wear a Coast mer travel. Guard-approved life jacket. The PSA, launched in partnership Don’t jump in the water to save a with the Massachusetts Department of friend who is struggling in deep water. Transportation, the Executive Office of j j j j j j Health and Human Services and Fundación If a child finds their friend in deep water MAPFRE, challenges the stereotype of a typical “Massachusetts driver” by encour- aging people to be “aggressively nice” on the road. https://youtu.be/xIvlTmiycz8 “We are pleased to support our Goal Zero vision to eliminate fatalities and seri- ous injuries, with our new Look Both Ways program this year,” said Jaime Tamayo, Chief Representative of Fundación MAPFRE in the United States and Chief Executive Officer of MAPFRE USA. “As more people hit the roads this summer, it is important to encourage drivers, passen- gers and pedestrians to think twice about their behavior and look out for each other. Fundación MAPFRE is proud to work with MassDOT to help share this important campaign and message.” “MassDOT’s first priority is ensuring that members of the public safely reach their travel destinations,” said MassDOT Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver. “We are happy to partner with MAPFRE Foundation on the Look Both Ways PSA to improve safety and reduce injuries and fatalities on our roadways.” MassDOT encourages anyone looking for information about crash data to check out the MassDOT IMPACT dashboard at https://apps.impact.dot.state.ma.us/ cdp/home. In addition to the PSA, Fundación MAPFRE is planning a Look Both Ways Road Tour, bringing an interactive road safety program to high schools, colleges and public events across Massachusetts and Connecticut. The program fea- tures React Challenge, a digital gaming experience that tests users’ reaction time when faced with obstacles on the road. The tour also includes a custom art installation by Jason Tetlak. The PSA and interactive campaign aim to change people’s behavior on the road by changing their perspective, using a unique combination of education and empathy. Details about Look Both Ways, includ- ing the PSA, React Challenge and road safety resources, can be found at lookboth- wayssafety.org. Look Both Ways supports Vision Zero, a global initiative to eliminate traffic-re- lated fatalities and serious injuries, a cause Fundación MAPFRE has long-cham- pioned internationally. According to a study conducted by the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, with support from Fundación MAPFRE, the most common cause of unin- tentional injury death among children 1-14 years of age (49 percent) was transporta- tion-related, including children as passen- gers in cars, on motorcycles and bicycles, and as pedestrians.

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I have of life. There P cloud of witness- don’t give up the ascetic written about this are bishops, es, let us also struggle of repentance no subject previous- priests, monks BY FR. LUKE lay aside every matter what happens in CHIEF S ly; however, it is history behind and nuns as well A. VERONIS weight, and sin life. We accept whatever as martyrs who SAINTS which clings life brings us as a part of CORNER always beneficial suffered and CONSTANTINE so closely, and our own journey towards to remind people of STEVE these activities. Our died for Christ AND HELEN let us run with God and we run it with together with perseverance perseverance. WOJNAR officers escort many the Fourth GREEK simple, everyday the race that is “Looking to Jesus the of these events ORTHODOX people – some set before us, pioneer and perfecter of throughout the course of a year and One of our favorite holidays to write illiterate, others CHURCH, looking to Jesus our faith” - If we want to violations can occur on a regular basis about is Independence Day. We all of little worldly WEBSTER the pioneer and know the path that leads even then. Drivers who are not part of know the stories of our forefathers, influence, some perfecter of our to sainthood, we look the funeral will quite frequently ignore John Adams, Sam Adams, George whom society may think faith.” (Hebrews 12:1-2) no further than Jesus the rules relative to these processions Washington, Paul Revere, James of little yet who in the Let’s reflect on these Christ, the pioneer and by “cutting” into or across the proces- Madison, Benjamin Franklin and eyes of God stand in the words as we think about perfecter of our faith. He sion. I was asked to clarify the laws Alexander Hamilton, to name a few. company of the righteous. sainthood: is the way! If we want and etiquette drivers should observe at However, the history is endless. We As we reflect on saints “Since we are sur- to discover the path, we thought we would shine a light on these times. throughout history, I rounded by so great must learn and follow the Funerals have the right of way aspects surrounding Independence Day want us to think about a cloud of witnesses”- teachings of Christ and that are not commonly known. while traveling on the roads. They the fact that sainthood Always remember that develop a worldview that are given special privileges as well. The famous painting that depicts is not reserved for only we walk in the compa- has been shaped by His the signing of the Declaration of Only the first vehicle in line is required a few select people! ny of the saints; they divine wisdom. Christ to stop at a red signal or stop sign. Independence isn’t exactly an accurate Sainthood should be the are alive and surround calls us to perfection, yet The others following are not required portrayal. All of the delegates were normal growth of every us in our lives; togeth- such perfect love can only to stop. Massachusetts General Laws never together at the same time in Christian’s life in our er with them we make be discovered as we walk Philadelphia. The final signing took journey into union with up the Church of Christ; with Jesus. Chapter 272 Section 42 prohibits anyone place roughly a month later, on Aug. 2. the Holy Trinity. and they are praying for Let us remember that from willfully interrupting “by driving The Declaration was formally dated and The Good News is that us, acting as our cheer- sainthood is not reserved fast or otherwise in any way disturb- adopted by Congress on July 4; howev- God not only expects us leaders to imitate them for only a few select peo- ing a funeral assembly or procession.” er, Congress voted for independence on to become living saints as they imitated Christ. ple! Sainthood should Punishments include fines or a jail sen- July 2. because He has created The saints encourage us be the normal growth of tence of up to one month. Celebrating their new independence, us in His image and like- to follow the path of holi- every Christian’s life in Most funeral parlors provide soldiers along with civilians tore down ness and given us divine ness they have already our journey into union some form of signage for participants a statue of King George III and melted potential, but He offers us walked. with the Holy Trinity. Yet to advise fellow motorists of the pro- it into bullets. In Georgia, people burnt His Holy Spirit to inspire, “Let us also lay aside it is a very challenging cession. Vehicles can use their head- the King in effigy and even held a faux enlighten, and empower every weight, and sin journey. May we reflect lights and/or hazard lights to provide funeral service. In Philadelphia, the us on this path of holiness! which clings so closely” on these words from Holy additional warning. Drivers should King’s coat of arms was burned in a As we reflect on this call- - Can we honestly look at Scripture and allow them be observant of traffic and pay special bonfire. Massachusetts was the first ing, remember that saints our lives and put aside to help us better under- state to recognize July 4th as a holiday attention to the possibility of a funeral are not perfect people but the burdens and weight stand how to walk down passing by. This is of particular con- in 1781. are sinners who live in of our past mistakes and this journey of holiness. In 1777, fireworks could be seen in cern when a driver happens upon the constant repentance, sins? We have to shed off “Since we are sur- middle of a procession. It may take a the sky and the ringing of bells rang continually turning back the past to move forward rounded by so great a through the night in Philadelphia. period of extra observation to under- toward God, they are toward God! Can we make cloud of witnesses, let stand what may be happening. Drivers Ships were decorated and lined the sinners who accept the an honest confession and us also lay aside every should take the time to look for the coast and streamers could be seen flying mercy of God in humility name the present hab- weight, and sin which magnetic signs, high beam headlights, in celebration everywhere. The oldest and who continually open its and sins that cling clings so closely, and let annual parade takes place in Bristol, their hearts to the Holy so closely onto us and us run with perseverance hazard flashers, etc. These processions R.I. 2020 will be the town’s 235th consec- Spirit so that they can be enslave us, and instead the race that is set before can be regular weekday occurrences utive celebration, it’s start in 1785. illumined by His grace. hand them over to Christ, us, looking to Jesus the in town. They are generally short in In New England, dining on salmon In other words, saints asking for Him to cleanse pioneer and perfecter of duration. Waiting for a few moments became tradition. The story behind not only walk with Jesus us and heal us and to give our faith.” is the lawful thing to do. It is also a the popular cuisine, is due to the influx daily, but they choose to us the strength to find a last token of respect for the deceased of salmon that summer. Along with have Christ live in them new life in Him, free from individual being brought to their final the salmon, people had peas and turtle resting place. soup. For those still seeking vaccination One curious fact is that Thomas information, it can be found at www. Jefferson and John Adams both died LETTERS TO THE EDITOR dudleyma.gov or by calling 508-949-8036. on July 4, 1826. James Monroe also died Please continue moving forward with on the fourth of July in 1831. President the “re-opening” of our state in a rea- Calvin Coolidge was born July 4, 1872. Left out of mainstream history was A community coming together sonable manner. Your cooperation is the story of Crispus Attucks, the first greatly appreciated. This has been a to die in the patriot cause. Attucks was To the Editor: the committee was prompted to hold challenging year plus for everyone. We, a black/native American patriot who Well over 50 residents of the Dudley an open forum to allow the residents of at the Dudley Police Department, great- was shot, and the first to fall during the Charlton Regional School District the district more opportunity to partici- ly appreciate the support we receive 1770 Boston Massacre. Attucks was a attended the most recent and first in-per- pate. The forum is to take place on July from our community. runaway slave who was a rope maker son School Committee Meeting since the 12 at 7 p.m. at the Shepherd Hill High Thanks again for your questions and and sailor. History says he was shot Covid-19 epidemic. Parents, teachers School auditorium. comments. Please send them to me at by two musket balls to the chest. In and residents alike expressed their con- It is quite encouraging to observe the the Dudley Police Department, 71 West 1778, it became legal in Rhode Island for cerns regarding the Equity Committee community of district residents and its Main St., Dudley, MA 01571 or email at free and enslaved blacks to serve the and its training in connection with the School Committee come together for [email protected]. Opinions cause, with freedom as part of their pay- Anti-Race Resolution approved by the such an important issue for our chil- expressed in this weekly column are ment.Educated by her owners, Phillis School Committee last June, 2020. The dren’s, and thus our country’s, future. those of Chief Wojnar only and unless Wheatley was a well known poet during concerns were expressed in respectful, MARCIA WAGNER clearly noted, do not reflect the ideas those times. Wheatley was kidnapped articulate, intelligent and sometimes DUDLEY or opinions of any other organization heart rending detail, so much so, that in West Africa and brought to America. or citizen. At the age of 20, in 1773, she became the first African American and third female to publish a book of poetry. She even- tually became free. She also advocated for independence, writing in support How does Social Security fit into retirement for George Washington’s Revolutionary Here’s something to think about: You for your surviving spouse. War in her poem, “To His Excellency, could spend two, or even three, decades General Washington.” Washington, in retirement. To meet your income FINANCIAL An additional issue to think about, impressed by her talent invited her to needs for all those years, you’ll general- when planning for how Social Security a meeting. ly need a sizable amount of retirement FOCUS fits into your retirement, is your earned In 1958, when Alaska and Hawaii assets. How will Social Security fit into income. If you’re younger than full were on deck to become states, a history the picture? DENNIS retirement age, your benefit will be teacher assigned his class to design a For most people, Social Security reduced by $1 for each $2 you earn flag, depicting the two new states. 16 won’t be enough to cover the cost of liv- ANTONOPOULOS above a certain amount, which, in 2021, year old Robert Heft, received a B- on the ing in retirement. Nonetheless, Social is $18,960. During the year you reach project. Unhappy with the mark, Heft Security benefits are still valuable, so full retirement age, your benefit will sent the flag to Dwight D. Eisenhower. you’ll want to do whatever you can to be reduced by $1 for each $3 you earn answer for everyone. If you turn 62 and After the flag was chosen, Heft had his maximize them. above a set amount ($50,520 in 2021). you need the money, your choice might grade changed to an A. Your first move is to determine when But once you hit the month at which be made for you. But if you have suffi- Another fun fact is that Thomas you should start taking Social Security. you attain full retirement age, and from cient income from other sources, you’re Jefferson wrote the Declaration on what You can begin collecting benefits when that point on, you can keep all of your in good health and you have longevity was referred to as a laptop. A writing you reach 62 – but should you? If you benefits, no matter how much you earn in your family, or you’re still working, desk that could fit over a person’s lap. were to turn 62 this year, your pay- (although your benefits could still be it might be worthwhile to wait until In 1778, Washington ordered a double ments would only be about 71 percent of taxed). your full retirement age, or perhaps ration of rum for soldiers to celebrate what you’d get if you waited until your One final point to keep in mind: The even longer, to start collecting. with. full retirement age, which is 66 years more you accumulate in your other Another key consideration is spousal In 1776, there were roughly 2.5 million and 10 months. (“Full retirement age” retirement accounts, such as your IRA benefits. If your own full retirement people living in America. The current varies, depending on when you were and 401(k) or similar employer-spon- benefit is less than 50 percent of your population is now 325.7 million. born, but for most people today, it will sored plan, the more flexibility you’ll spouse’s full retirement benefit, you Wearing an American flag, whether be between 66 and 67.) Every month you have in managing your Social Security would generally be eligible to claim it be on a tee-shirt, headband, towel or wait between now and your full retire- benefits. So, throughout your working spousal benefits, provided you’re at shorts is in violation of the Flag Code. ment age, your benefits will increase. years, try to contribute as much as you least 62 and your spouse has filed for The code says that you are in violation If you still want to delay taking benefits can afford to these plans. Social Security benefits. if you sell, display any “article of mer- beyond your full retirement age, your This article was written by Edward Survivor benefits are another chandise, upon which shall have been payments will increase by 8 percent Jones for use by your local Edward Jones important consideration. When you printed, painted, attached, or otherwise each year, until you’re 70, when they Financial Advisor. Please contact Dennis pass away, your spouse would be able placed a representation of [the flag... “max out.” Regardless of when you file, Antonopoulos, your local Edward Jones to receive up to 100 percent of your ben- in order to] advertise, call attention to, you’ll also receive an annual cost-of-liv- Advisor at 5 Albert St., Auburn, MA efit or his/her own retirement benefit, decorate, mark, or distinguish the arti- ing adjustment. 01501 Tel: 508-832-5385 or dennis.anto- whichever is higher. Thus, delaying cle or substance on which so placed.” So, when should you start claiming [email protected]. Social Security could not only increase The code, however, is not enforceable. your benefits? There’s no one “right” your own benefit, but also the benefit www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 9, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 9 The ups and downs of saltwater fishing

I promise I will not dis- have better luck fishing The Uncle Josh pork cuss the outrageous fish- away from the draggers. strips have no longer ing regulations of strip- THE GREAT Jerry Gareri, his son being manufactured for ers and fluke again this John, and a couple of a number of years now, month. Saltwater fish- OUTDOORS other anglers, chartered but have been replaced by ing has had its ups and a boat called the “Natural another product called “ downs this past week, RALPH Nine” with Captain Dan Fat Cow” jig strips and but if you were there Smith on Father’s Day, come in a few colors. They when the bass were feed- TRUE and landed more than are great for fishing both ing, you had a great day 40 seabass among the fresh and saltwater. The of fishing, although little ues to give up some nice four fishermen , retain- new strips are not made was legal to bring home market size cod with a ing their legal limit of 20 out of pig skin, but are for the dinner table. Bass daily bag limit of 10 fish seabass. They fished in a product of man-made fishing was fantastic at in that state. Anglers may the Buzzard Bay area, material, and work just as the canal one day and not want to consider a charter that provide anglers with well. They are a favorite so good the next. Boat cap- boat trip to fish for cod in some great fishing during for fishing for fluke and tains of six pack boats are Rhode Island. the month of June for other ground fish. also frustrated with the Seabass fishing opened seabass and super-size With the recent contin- bass regulations, and it is June 24 in Rhode Island, scaup. Captain Smith is ued hot weather during costing them big money! but the fishing was slow. now concentrating his the month of June with The haddock and cod This writer and my fish- fishing business on the no end in sight, pets need bite on the North Shore South Shore specializing to be brought into a cool ing buddy Matt Fontain, Courtesy has been relatively very only managed to land in catching numerous place, and given plen- good, although only one a couple of nice sea- ground fish. He will also ty of water. This week’s This week’s picture shows a well-trained Yellow Lab waiting cod can be retained per bass and one legal size be targeting stripers in picture shows a yellow patiently for his owner to finish some fishing at a recent angler per day! Jig fishing fluke. Reports of a lot the weeks ahead. Give Lab patiently waiting for fishing derby. and anglers using bait, better action out at Block him a call at 1-401-402-1963 the fall hunting season, that knows dogs. It does dog! When you decide to are catching their limits Island was good news. We for your next fishing trip. and he will not need to not cost any more money purchase a dog for you of haddock. Wolf fish are fished in front of the Five Local fresh water wait long. Thinking of to raise a good dog or a and your family, you will still illegal to keep, and Cottages area, and the anglers are still catch- purchasing a dog for the great one that you will be be rewarded with years need to be sent back to the Charlestown Breachway, ing some impressive upcoming hunting season proud of. It is a 10 to 15 of love & companionship, sea. This great eating fish where we were surround- largemouth bass in local 2021? Do your homework, year commitment. The both at home and in the is being protected because ed by a few draggers that waters. Shiners and plas- and be sure you are pur- cost of buying a good ped- field. of their dwindling popula- seemed to have a lot better tics are the most popular chasing a good one! 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ANNE GOBI exposed to collapse was an issue that ing the type of decay is when the state is awash have been dealt a hand last week has AND water and could have been reme- different the outcome is with cash. Instead of con- directly countering the left more than REP. BRIAN ASHE oxygen the diated if the necessary the same- the concrete tinuing to debate the mer- American dream of own- 150 people unac- mineral funds were dedicated and deteriorates, people are its of spending the money ing a home that you can counted for, six- expands, repairs made. The struc- displaced, and lives are to help affected families, call your own. These peo- teen dead, and countless causing the concrete to tural problems identified changed forever. discussing who should be ple did everything right, affected at the time of this crack in a web pattern in 2018 went unresolved With nearly $5 billion responsible for footing the followed every step they writing. Structural prob- until it degrades and and unchecked until they in American Rescue Plan bill after the courts have needed to along the path lems first noted during a fails. While the mineral reached a literal break- Act stimulus funding ruled that the neither the towards home ownership 2018 inspection are being is rare it is estimated that ing point, a deadly occur- available to the state we contractors, insurance which many consider scrutinized as a potential as many as 2,000 homes rence that it is impossible are in a unique position companies, nor bankrupt their primary asset in life. cause for the destruction in central and Western to put a price tag on in where we may be able to concrete supplier can be Failure to come to their but at this time the focus Massachusetts have been hindsight. In this case, address monetary short- held liable, we can dedi- aid would be akin to let- remains on clearing the built with this material, they had one, however: falls in rapid fashion, and cate money from this pool ting the results of a natu- rubble and identifying and Connecticut has doc- $16.2 million for the total direct funding towards of federal funding to help ral disaster impact an area both victims and survi- umented and started the repair and restoration projects that yield imme- them directly. This is not without state or federal vors. The investigation repair process on more at a cost to homeowners diate dividends to our an unheard of thought; help- a tornado path that into the collapse is likely than 1,600 affected homes ranging from $80,000 for a constituents. Set into a as mentioned before the tears up Main Street and to take months and may dating back to last year. one-bedroom unit to more fund to be appropriated by state of Connecticut has is never repaired while find no single definitive Massachusetts currently than $300,000 for the pent- the legislature this money established a reimburse- home values plummet cause. has a foundation testing house suite. High costs, could become available in ment program for the and the town suffers. By As we’ve watched the reimbursement program of course, particularly the near future and make exact same issue, from the appropriating this money situation unfold, and more in place, refunding visual for individuals who had an enormous impact in same supplier and led by for reimbursement in the information about the and core sample inspec- purchased the units with- our communities. spending over $120 mil- future, we allow these available warning signs tions by licensed engi- out knowing the under- Given this influx of lion for repairs. It simply individuals to move for- has come to light, we are neers, but no mechanism lying structural issues at funding it is imperative requires attention and ward, safely, towards reminded of the concrete for funding the actual hand or the devastation that we look at prob- action from the leaders in remediating their homes infrastructure failures repairs necessary to keep that might occur if left lems effecting homeown- our state, at a time where and give them the stabili- that remain in place here these homes livable. The unchecked. ers that haven’t been inaction would be immor- ty they need without wait- in the northeast where most proven solution Much like the process addressed, and we feel that al. ing for a tragic collapse thousands of homes are currently to remedy the with pyrrhotite, this was the deteriorating homes House and Senate in our own state to spur deteriorating as a result problem is to lift the home a slow-moving disaster in our state demand atten- leaders plan to hold pub- action. of a rare iron sulfide off of the existing founda- where the natural ele- tion. We should not shy lic hearings and gather 10 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, July 9, 2021 www.StonebridgePress.com OBITUARIES A. Claire Menard, 90 Marilyn E. Downer, 79 WEBSTER – A. Claire worked at Sandlerette Shoe WEBSTER- She owned and operated the Holly Claire (LaPerle) in Webster and as a stitcher at Marilyn E. (Warren) Farms Store in Webster for many years. Menard, 90, died Ethan Allen Company in Dudley Downer, 79, passed Marilyn loved her birds, collecting Tuesday, June 15, 2021 for 12 years. She retired in 2009. away June 27, 2021 light houses, the Hanover Theater , rid- in Overlook Nursing She was a member of Sacred Heart at the Rose Monahan ing with Russ on his Harley and loved Care in Charlton of Jesus Church. She was very active Hospice Residence in her family. after an illness. at the Webster Senior Center, serv- Worcester. As per her wishes, there are no call- She leaves 2 daugh- ing as its treasurer and as the direc- She leaves behind ing hours and services will be private, ters, Cheryll A. Sergel tor of activities. She worked the bingo 2 sons; Christopher burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery and her husband Paul games held at Slater Estates. In her W. Downer and his in Leicester with of Webster and Paula E. LeClair and younger years she liked to crochet. wife Erika of Worcester and William E. her parents. her husband C. Paul of Lecanto, FL; 5 The family would like to thank the Downer of Webster, In lieu of flowers, contributions may grandchildren, Scott A. Brayton and his staff at Overlook Nursing Care in 4 grand-daughters; Jessica, be made to: Rose Monahan Hospice wife Christine, Tia C. Phillips and her Charlton for the wonderful care they Ashley, Alison, and Emily, a great Residence, 10 Judith Rd., Worcester, husband John, Jerry J. Brayton and his provided for Claire since last year. grand-daughter, Maeve, a brother, MA. 01605. wife Tracy, Sheila J. Sergel, and Chris A memorial Mass will be held on Friday, Robert Warren and his partner The ROBERT J. MILLER FUNERAL P. LeClair and his fiancée Jen Eng; 7 July 23, at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Robert Houlihan of Gainsville, HOME and LAKE CHAPEL, 366 School great-grandchildren; a sister, Lianne of Jesus Church, 16 East Main Street Florida and Marilyn’s long- time part- St., Webster is honored to be assisting A. Miller of Putnam, CT; nieces and (please meet at the church). Burial will ner Russell Pratt of Webster. Marilyn’s family nephews. She was preceded in death be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. The Marilyn was born in Worcester with arrangements. by her daughter Donna M. Chausse in family requests that flowers be omitted February 17, 1942, daughter of the late To leave an on –line condolence, 1975, by her sister Jeanne D. Brodeur and donations be made to the Webster- Irving and Thelma (Luce) Warren. please visit: RJMillerfunerals.net and by her brother Joseph LaPerle. Dudley Veterans Council, 3 Veterans She was born in Dayville, CT on Way, Webster, MA 01570. Funeral October 13, 1930, a daughter of arrangements are under the direc- Theodore S. Pikora Eugene and Mary (Therriaque) tion of Sitkowski, Malboeuf & Hickey LaPerle. She graduated from Putnam Funeral Home, 340 School Street. SOMERSWORTH, developing an understanding of how High School in 1948 and resided in www.websterfunerals.com NH - Theodore S. geographical concepts can be applied Webster and Dudley most of her life. Pikora passed away on to solving real world problems. Ted June 13, 2021 at Mass received the Distinguished Service General Hospital in Award from the College and was elect- Boston. He was the ed as the Department’s Chair for two Marjorie C. Hinchliffe, 94 son of the late Stanley terms during the 1980’s. He was active J. and Gertrude G. in a number of professional organi- WEBSTER- meetings and even participated in a (Carpenter) Pikora zations including the New England Marjorie C. “Marge” walk with her granddaughter to save of Dudley, Mass., and – St. Lawrence Valley Geographical (White) Hinchliffe, a Lake Chargoggagogg-manchauggagogg- was predeceased by a brother, Stanley. Society, serving as its President and lifelong resident of chaubunagungamaugg. Later in Ted is survived by his beloved wife of receiving its Distinguished Service Webster, passed away life, she took occasional bus trips to 45 years, Virginia M. Pikora, his daugh- Award. He was also the editor of the peacefully on June Foxwoods and played solitaire at home. ter Kathryn Arey, her husband Russell Applied Geography Newsletter of the 29, 2021 at Brookside She was a licensed ham radio operator Arey, and his granddaughter Julianna Association of American Geography. Rehabilitation and known as K1RGT. Arey who always brought a smile to He presented a number of papers at Healthcare Center Marge made everyone feel welcome his day. He also leaves a brother-in- regional and national meetings and after a period of with her kindness and quick, gentle law Richard Jones, and sisters-in-law wrote publications dealing with geo- declining health. She was predeceased humor. She enjoyed hosting family Judy King, Lynda Hofstetter and Patty graphic education, historical geogra- by her husband of 71 years, Richard W. gatherings at her pool parties and the Loupis and their families; as well as phy and tourism development. Later Hinchliffe who died in 2019. holidays. She was always prepared to many cousins who were close to him in his career, he consulted in market Beloved mother of Jean E. Murdock greet the family with homemade sweets throughout his life. and location analysis for a number of and her husband Robert of Thompson, or a meal. She enjoyed boat rides and Family was most important to Ted. businesses and government agencies. CT, Kenneth R. Hinchliffe and his wife vacations to Maine and Cape Cod with He enjoyed quiet meals together, sum- His career in geography, varied Patricia, Russell J. Hinchliffe and his family and friends. Marge looked for- mer reunions, researching family interests and especially his love of fam- wife Jayne, and Richard A. “Rick” ward to dining out in Webster with history, and holiday gatherings like ily provided Ted with a full and reward- Hinchliffe, all of Webster. Proud her breakfast buddies. She also loved Wigilia when he would prepare his tra- ing life. grandmother of Jennifer Pariseau, to play cards with the grandkids. She ditional Polish recipes. Ted also had a A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Michelle Messier, Nathan Hinchliffe, even enjoyed bingo and the petting zoo number of hobbies including oil paint- July 24, 2021 at 11:00 A.M at St. Andrew Aaron Hinchliffe, Jackie Hinchliffe at Brookside. She completed all of this ing, woodworking, and gardening; and Bobola Church, 54 W. Main Street, Bangert, Eric Hinchliffe, Janna even though she was legally blind all of he had a special enthusiasm for cook- Dudley, MA. COVID restrictions will Sutton, Kalyn Mrozinski, and Kelsey her life. ing and travel. For many years, he require masks at the church ceremo- Hinchliffe. Proud great-grandmother The family is grateful for the compas- looked forward to meeting with his ny. Burial will follow at St. Joseph’s of 11 great-grandchildren. She was sionate care from the staff at Brookside morning breakfast group. Garden of Peace, Old Worcester Road, also a beloved aunt to nieces and neph- Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center After graduating from Bartlett High Webster, MA. For more information ews. She was preceded in death by her and Ascend Hospice. School in Webster, Ted received his B.S. please call the Sitkowski, Malboeuf, brother Francis White. She was born A funeral service will be held on degree from Fitchburg State College, Hickey Funeral Home at 340 School in Webster on September 5, 1926, daugh- Tuesday, July 27 at 11:00 A.M. in his M.A. from Clark University and Street, Webster, MA (508) 943-1515 or ter of the late Simon and Catherine Sitkowski, Malboeuf & Hickey Funeral his Ph.D. from Boston University. His visit their website at www.websterfu- (Morris) White. She graduated from Home, 340 School Street. Burial will life-long interest in geography also nerals.com. Saint Louis High School in 1944. be in Mount Zion Cemetery. A time led him to complete additional pro- Expressions of sympathy may be Mrs. Hinchliffe worked in the office of visitation will be held from 10:00 grams in Asian Studies at NE Illinois made in Ted’s memory to the Salem at the American Woolen Company for to 11:00 AM in the funeral home. University, at the East-West Center of State University Foundation, 352 a short time before devoting her life to Donations in her name may be made to the University of Hawaii, and at the Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01972 her family. Her favorite pastimes were either Alzheimer’s Support Network, Arctic Institute of McGill University. with a special note to designate the bowling in leagues at the Mohegan PO Box 839, Southbridge, MA 01550 or Ted began his career teaching at the Geography Department fund in mem- Bowl-A-Drome, and watching the Red to Ascend Hospice, 100 Locke Street, Masconomet Regional Junior-Senior ory of Dr. Theodore S. Pikora. The gift Sox and Patriots games. Her favorite Marlboro, MA 01752. High School in Boxford in 1962, and also can be made online at https://par- Red Sox player of all time was Bobby www.websterfunerals.com then accepted a position at Salem State ticipate.salemstate.edu/give/. Select Doerr. Marge often watched the town College in 1965 where he taught in “other” from the drop down list, and Send all obituary notices to Stonebridge Press, PO Box 90, the Department of Geography for 36 designate to: “Geography Department years before retiring. He had a pas- Fund”. Indicate that this gift is a tribute Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to [email protected]. sion for teaching and brought energy in memory of Dr. Theodore S. Pikora. Deadline is Monday noon for Friday publication. and humor into the classroom while

Brad Cooley graduates Holy Cross announces from Marquette University Spring 2021 Dean’s List

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. Recognition Ceremonies Marquette is known for Dudley, majoring in year, exclusively under- — This past spring, Brad at American Family its service learning pro- English graduate college of 3,100 Cooley of Oxford grad- Field and a Baccalaureate grams and internships as WORCESTER Trevor Dow of Dudley, students, Holy Cross is uated from Marquette Mass on campus. Learn students are challenged — College of the Holy majoring in Asian renowned for offering a University in Milwaukee, more about the weekend. to use what they learn Cross congratulates more Studies rigorous, personalized Wisc. Cooley earned to make a difference than 1,451 students who Kelsey Connor of education in the Jesuit, a Bachelor’s degree Marquette University is a in the world. Find out were named to the Spring Webster, majoring in Catholic tradition. Since in Computer Science. Catholic, Jesuit universi- more about Marquette 2021 Dean’s List. Psychology its founding in 1843, Holy ty that draws nearly 8,500 at marquette.edu. Dalton Bodreau of Cross has made a posi- Cooley was one of 2,301 undergraduate and 3,300 Oxford, majoring in About Holy Cross tive impact in society by students to graduate from graduate and profession- Contact Abby Cole in the Political Science and The College of the Holy graduating students who Marquette in May. The al students from nearly Office of Marketing and Economics Cross, in Worcester, distinguish themselves university celebrated its all states and more than 60 Communication with Meghan Gates of Mass., is among the as thoughtful leaders in 140th Commencement countries. In addition to questions. Oxford, majoring in nation’s leading liber- business, professional with a series of events, its nationally recognized Chemistry al arts institutions. A and civic life. including Graduate academic programs, Gianna Cravedi of highly selective, four- Janet Malser Humanities Trust announces Area resident named to dean’s list 2021 grant recipients at Quinnipiac University REGION — The Janet Land Trust; Dudley The Janet Malser Malser Humanities Trust Grange #163; First Humanities Trust was HAMDEN, Conn. — grade basis to be eligible. Communications, recently awarded their Congregational Church established in 2009 as a Olivia Pisegna of Oxford Part-time students must Education, Engineering, eleventh annual distribu- of Dudley; Friends of the 501(c)(3) charitable foun- was named to the dean’s complete at least six cred- Health Sciences, Law, tion of grants to various Gladys E. Kelly Public dation and started annu- list for the Spring 2021 its during a semester. Medicine, Nursing and local non-profit organiza- Library, Webster; Gladys al distributions of grants semester at Quinnipiac the College of Arts and tions totaling just under E. Kelly Public Library, in 2011. Its purpose is to University. About Quinnipiac Sciences. Quinnipiac $150,000. Webster; Nichols College, fund educational, cul- University is recognized by U.S. Dudley; Pulaski Brass tural, historic, and char- To qualify for the Quinnipiac is a private, News & World Report The following are Band, Webster; St. itable causes which fit dean’s list, students must coeducational, nonsec- and Princeton Review’s this year’s grant recipi- Joseph School, Webster; the guidelines set in the earn a grade point aver- tarian institution locat- “The Best 386 Colleges.” ents: The Black Tavern Town of Dudley; Town Trust within the towns age of at least 3.5 with ed 90 minutes north of For more information, Historical Society, of Oxford; Webster Lake of Dudley, Oxford, or no grade lower than C. New York City and two please visit qu.edu. Dudley; Boys & Girls Association. Webster. For more infor- Full-time students must hours from Boston. The Connect with Quinnipiac Club of Webster-Dudley; mation, visit janetmals- complete at least 14 cred- university enrolls 9,715 on Facebook and follow Dudley Conservation ertrust.org. its in a semester, with at students in 110 degree Quinnipiac on Twitter @ least 12 credits that have programs through its QuinnipiacU. been graded on a letter Schools of Business,

FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CALL 508-764-4325 www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 9, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 11 LEGALS (SEAL) WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First in filed with the Court, but interested par- TRIAL COURT OF Justice of this Court. which the land is located) which peti- ties are entitled to notice regarding the MASSACHUSETTS Date: June 18, 2021 tioner wishes to own separately: administration from the Personal Rep- THE SUPERIOR COURT Stephanie K. Fattman, (description of the land, sufficiently resentative and can petition the Court Worcester Superior Court Register of Probate specific for identification [a street in any matter relating to the estate, 225 Main Street July 9, 2021 address and /or an assessor’s plan including distribution of assets and Worcester, Massachusetts 01608 reference, standing alone, is not expenses of administration. Interest- CIVIL ACTION NO. 2185cv336 C Commonwealth of Massachusetts enough) ed parties are entitled to petition the ORDER OF NOTICE The Trial Court The property located at 28 Carron Court to institute formal proceedings BY PUBLICATION Probate and Family Court Lane, Oxford, MA 01540, being the and to obtain orders terminating or re- AVY M. MORSE Worcester Probate and Family premises described in a deed record- stricting the powers of Personal Rep- vs. Court ed in the Worcester District Registry of resentatives appointed under informal EXCHANGE AUTHORITY LLP, 225 Main Street Deeds in Book 24858, Page 38, more procedure. A copy of the Petition and WILLIAM F. WILLIAMS, Worcester, MA 01608 particularly described as follows: Will, if any, can be obtained from the AND CHARLENE L. WILLIAMS (508) 831-2200 The land in Oxford, Worcester Coun- Petitioner. TO: Exchange Authority LLP, William Docket No. WO21P2069EA ty, Massachusetts, with the buildings July 9, 2021 F. Williams, and Charlene L. Williams, CITATION ON PETITION FOR thereon situated on Carron Lane all in said Commonwealth; and to all FORMAL ADJUDICATION owned by Oxford Builders, Inc. made Commonwealth of Massachusetts persons entitled to the benefit of the Estate of: by Walter W. Brown, Town Engineer, The Trial Court Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. 50 Thomas J. Smith, Sr. recorded in Worcester District Registry Probate and Family Court U.S.C. App. §501 et seq.: Avy M. Also known as: of Deeds, March 26, 1953, Plan Book Worcester Division Morse Thomas J. Smith 188, Plan 42 bounded and described Docket No. W021P2029EA claiming to have an interest in a Date of Death: 04/21/2021 as follows: Estate of: Mortgage covering real property in To all interested persons: BEGINNING at the northeasterly cor- Linda A Bull Ma, known and numbered as 42 Bates A Petition for Formal Appointment of rier of the tract to be conveyed at an Date Of Death: 11/6/20 Point Road, Webster, Ma given by Avy Personal Representative has been iron pipe driven in the ground on the INFORMAL PROBATE M. Morse to Exchange Authority LLP ** filed by Thomas J. Smith, Jr. of Pax- westerly line of Carron Lane; PUBLICATION NOTICE dated 12/23/2005, and recorded in ton MA and Christine M. Girouard of THENCE by Lot No. 12 on said plan; To all persons interested in the above Worcester County District Registry of Charlton MA North 67 degrees 16’ West, eighty- captioned estate, by Petition of Deeds, in Book 38089, Page 264 has/ requesting that the Court enter a for- three and 0/10 (83.0) feet to an iron Petitioner Leroy G Bull of Oxford, MA have filed with this court a Complaint mal Decree and Order for such other pipe driven in the ground at land now a Will has been admitted to informal for determination of Defendant’s/ relief as requested in the Petition. or formerly of George C. and Carrie F. probate Defendants’ Servicemember status. The Petitioner requests that Thomas W. Carron; Leroy G Bull of Oxford, MA If you now are, or recently have J. Smith, Jr. of Paxton MA and Chris- THENCE by land now formerly of said has been informally appointed as the been, in active military service of the tine M. Girouard of Charlton MA Carrons, South 72 degrees 55’ West, Personal Representative of the estate United States of America, then you be appointed as Personal Representa- one hundred eight and 5/10 (108.5) to serve without surety on the bond. may be entitled to the benefits of the tive(s) of said estate to serve Without feet to an iron pipe driven in the ground The estate is being administered un- Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If Surety on the bond in unsupervised and South 41 degrees. East, one hun- der informal procedure by the Personal you object to a foreclosure of the administration. dred three and 7/10 (103.7) feet to an Representative under the Massachu- above-mentioned property on that IMPORTANT NOTICE iron pipe driven in the ground at the setts Uniform Probate Code without basis, then you or your attorney must You have the right to obtain a copy of most westerly corner of other land supervision by the Court. Inventory file a written appearance and answer the Petition from the Petitioner or at now or formerly of Oxford Builders, Inc. and accounts are not required to be in this court at Worcester Superior the Court. You have a right to object known as Lot No. 14 on said plan; filed with the Court, but interested par- Court on or before 7/23/2021 or you to this proceeding. To do so, you or THENCE by Lot No. 14 on said plan, ties are entitled to notice regarding the may lose the opportunity to challenge your attorney must file a written ap- North 73 degrees 48’ East, one hun- administration from the Personal Rep- the foreclosure on the ground of non- pearance and objection at this Court dred ten and 4/10 (110.4) feet to an resentative and can petition the Court compliance with the Act. before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day iron pipe driven in the ground on the in any matter relating to the estate, Witness, Judith Fabricant, Esquire, of 07/20/2021. westerly line of Carron Lane; including distribution of assets and Chief Justice of the Superior Court, at This is NOT a hearing date, but a THENCE by the westerly line of Car- expenses of administration. Interest- Worcester, Massachusetts, this 11th deadline by which you must file a writ- ron Lane, North 6 degrees 09’ East, ed parties are entitled to petition the day of June, 2021. ten appearance and objection if you forty-seven and 0/10 (47.0) feet to the Court to institute formal proceedings ** Trustee of The Williams Exchange object to this proceeding. If you fail to place of beginning. and to obtain orders terminating or re- Trust file a timely written appearance and The street address of the land is 28 stricting the powers of Personal Rep- Dennis P. McManus objection followed by an affidavit of Carron Lane, Oxford, MA 01540 resentatives appointed under informal Clerk of Courts objections within thirty (30) days of the The common title to the land is derived procedure. A copy of the Petition and July 9, 2021 return day, action may be taken with- under: Will, if any, can be obtained from the out further notice to you. a deed of Norman G. Prunier, Jr. and Petitioner. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Joanne R. Prunier grantor(s) dated July 9, 2021 Commonwealth of Massachusetts UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS September 17, 2001 recorded with The Trial Court UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) Worcester District Registry of Deeds in Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court A Personal Representative appointed book 24868 at page 38. The Trial Court Worcester Probate and Family under the MUPC in an unsupervised Setting forth that her desires that – all – Probate and Family Court Court administration is not required to file an the aforementioned described part – of Worcester Probate 225 Main Street inventory or annual accounts with the said land may be sold in private sale for and Family Court Worcester, MA 01608 Court. Persons interested in the estate not less than $305,000.00 dollars, and 225 Main Street (508) 831-2200 are entitled to notice regarding the ad- praying that partition may be made of Worcester, MA 01608 Docket No. WO21P2020EA ministration directly from the Personal all the land aforesaid according to law, (508) 831-2200 CITATION ON PETITION FOR Representative and may petition the and to that end that a commissioner Docket No. W021C0275CA FORMAL ADJUDICATION Court in any matter relating to the es- be appointed to make such partition CITATION ON PETITION TO Estate of: tate, including the distribution of as- and be ordered to make sale and con- CHANGE NAME Edward D Sitkowski sets and expenses of administration. veyance of all, or any part of said land In the matter of: Date of Death: 06/12/2016 WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First which the Court finds cannot be ad- Megan Ann Gay To all interested persons: Justice of this Court. vantageously divided either at private A Petition to Change Name of Adult A Petition for Late and Limited For- Date: June 22, 2021 sale or public auction, and be ordered has been filed by Megan Ann Gay of mal Testacy and/or Appointment has Stephanie K. Fattman, to distribute the net proceeds thereof. Oxford MA been filed by Karen A Rumbaugh of Register of Probate If you desire to object thereto you or requesting that the court enter a Dudley MA July 9, 2021 your attorney should file a written ap- Decree changing their name to: Malek requesting that the Court enter a for- pearance in said Court at Worcester A Gay mal Decree and Order for such other before ten o’clock in the forenoon on IMPORTANT NOTICE relief as requested in the Petition. Notice is hereby given by Precision the third day of August 2021, the return Any person may appear for purpos- The Petitioner requests that Karen A Auto Rebuilders, Inc., 243 West Main date of this citation. es of objecting to the petition by Rumbaugh of Dudley MA St, Dudley MA 01571 pursuant to the Witness, LEILAH A. KEAMY, Esquire, filing an appearance at: Worcester be appointed as Personal Representa- provisions of G.L. c.255, Section 39A First Judge of said Court, this eigh- Probate and Family Court before tive(s) of said estate to serve Without that on July 30, 2021 @ 5 PM at Preci- teenth day of June 2021. 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Surety on the bond in unsupervised sion Auto Rebuilders, Inc., 243 W Main Stephanie K. Fattman 07/20/2021. This is NOT a hearing administration. St, Dudley, MA 01571 Register of Probate date, but a deadline by which you IMPORTANT NOTICE The following motor vehicle will be sold July 9, 2021 must file a written appearance if you You have the right to obtain a copy of at a private sale to satisfy the garage July 16, 2021 object to this proceeding. the Petition from the Petitioner or at keeper’s lien thereon for storage, tow- July 23, 2021 WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, the Court. You have a right to object ing charges, care and expenses of no- First Justice of this Court. to this proceeding. To do so, you or tices and sale of said vehicle: Date: June 23, 2021 your attorney must file a written ap- Description of vehicle: VIN# 5J6RM- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Stephanie K. Fattman pearance and objection at this Court 4H3XEL039194;2014 Honda CRV The Trial Court Register of Probate before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day White, Reg# 1RCK41 MA Probate and Family Court July 9, 2021 of 07/13/2021. July 9, 2021 Worcester Division This is NOT a hearing date, but a July 16, 2021 Docket No. WO21P2078EA deadline by which you must file a writ- July 23, 2021 Estate of: Public Hearing ten appearance and objection if you Alfred J. Beccia A Public Hearing will be held at the object to this proceeding. If you fail to Date Of Death: April 1, 2021 Dudley Municipal Complex, 71 West file a timely written appearance and A.C. 92A INFORMAL PROBATE Main Street in Dudley, MA at 6:00 PM objection followed by an affidavit of Commonwealth of Massachusetts PUBLICATION NOTICE on 7/14/2021_____ objections within thirty (30) days of the 21E0038PP To all persons interested in the above to consider a Notice of Intent of Mi- return day, action may be taken with- Worcester, ss. captioned estate, by Petition of chelle Hayes______out further notice to you. Probate Court Petitioner Christopher J. Mahoney of for the property located at: 74 Flaxfield UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION To Steven B Hebden of Oxford in the Framingham, MA Rd Dudley, MA 01571 UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS County of Worcester and to all per- a Will has been admitted to informal for Approval to amend a Spe- UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) sons interested. A petition has been probate cial Order of Conditions to replant A Personal Representative appointed presented to said Court by Brenda R Christopher J. Mahoney of Framing- 25 Red Oak and Sugar Maple under the MUPC in an unsupervised Nichols of Webster in the County of ham, MA trees______. administration is not required to file an Worcester representing that she hold has been informally appointed as the This is a Public Hearing under the re- inventory or annual accounts with the as tenant in common undivided part or Personal Representative of the estate quirements of G.L. CH. 131 §40, as Court. Persons interested in the estate share of certain land lying in Oxford in to serve without surety on the bond. amended. Plans are available at the are entitled to notice regarding the ad- said County Worcester and briefly de- The estate is being administered un- Dudley Conservation office on Mon- ministration directly from the Personal scribed as follows: der informal procedure by the Personal days and Tuesdays from 10:30-4:30 Representative and may petition the Petitioner owns as co-tenant an undi- Representative under the Massachu- PM. For more information, call 508- Court in any matter relating to the es- vided share of the following described setts Uniform Probate Code without 949-8011. tate, including the distribution of as- land (referred to in this petition as the supervision by the Court. 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WATERFRONT THOMPSON - BECOLA RD FEATURED NEW LISTING - WEBSTER - 22 ELAINE STREET FEATURED NEW LISTING – WEBSTER - 135 LAKE STREET LAND 2 THUMBS UP! A RARE FIND! A TRULY WEBSTER/OXFORD/DUDLEY/DOUGLAS ABOVE AVERAGE~TOP NOTCH~HIGH Webster- Douglas Rd (Rte. 16) 26 ACRES on Sugar- QUALITY~TWO FAMILY! SPACIOUS, loaf Hill. 1000+/- ft of road frontage CLEAN, UPDATED & EXTREMELY WELL SORRY SOLD! $200,000 MAINTAINED! Apt# 2 - 1,536 SF+- & 3 Oxford - 4 Leicester St - Approx. 8.47 ACRES! River Front- BRs on the 2nd Flr. Apt# 1 - 1,290 SF+- ON DEPOSIT & 2 BRs on the 1st floor. Perfect setup for age Possible to be Subdivided! $89,900 Upper Gore w/View of the Lake! 1+ Acre! 5+ Acre Waterfront Land On “Little Pond/ the INLAWS or MORTGAGE HELPERS. Webster - Bonnett Acres - Beautiful Residential Neighborhood! 3 bedroom 1st Flr. HWBB By Oil, 2nd Flr apt. HWBB Artesian Well, Septic Design & Conservation - DONE. by natural gas. Spacious Rooms, High Ceilings, impeccable hardwood flrs & solid doors. granite Schoolhouse Pond. Private Setting. Open Ranch, Hardwoods, cabinet packed kitchen! Tile bath, partially finished $115,000. Field. 250+ feet Waterfrontage. Dead end road! lower level! 20’ X 12’ deck! Garage! all on a nice level lot. Private well tops, laundry hookups in ea. unit. Incredible Common Areas to Enjoy like the L-Shaped Covered Farmers Porch! Level Lot! $399,900. Webster - Cooper Road 2 Buildable Lots! Water & Sewer $179,900 plus town water & sewer! A must see. $255,000. Access. Zoned Lake Res.! ON DEPOSIT! Each $24,500.

WEBSTER - 99 UPPER GORE ROAD STAMFORD CT - 57 BARHOLM AVENUE SHREWSBURY • 15 ABBEY LN UNIT 15 WORCESTER - 28-L BOSTON AVE WEBSTER • 233 - 235 NORTH MAIN STREET

SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! SORRY, SOLD! Very nicely maintained 5 room, 2 bedroom Location! Scenic Upper Gore! “BIRDS Beautiful Stone faced. 8 room Colonial, 4 bedroom, Detached Condo Brand Spankin New - 2 Bedroom, 2 SORRY, SOLD! EYE VIEW” of Webster Lake! Spacious 3 Full baths, one Half bath. Stone fireplace. 2236 Bath, all Hardwood Flrs, Granite C-tops Throughout. home. Open concept kitchen/living room. Sq. Ft. living area. Walk up attic. 2 car garage. large 3 Family- a rare find! 1st Floor spacious Tr-Level. 2,279 sf., 4 BRS,1 full Bath, 2 Crown Moldings Raised panels, Chair rails PictureFrame Many recent updates, including wall to wall 2 bedroom apartment. 2 - 2nd floor, 3 bedroom half baths. Inground pool. 2 Car Garage Heated by Natural Gas, Town Water. Mouldings. Central air/Vac. High end Appliances Packed! carpeting! Easy commuter location! assisted sale $660,000. apartments Walkout basement to off street park- $275,000. assisted sale $480,000. assisted sale $230,000. ing. $289,900. On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg Webster Lake - 100 Lakeside Ave WEBSTER LAKE! PANORAMIC VIEWS! BEAUTIFUL Webster - 401 Treasure Island Condo SUNSETS! Extraordinary Waterfront Contemporary! Architect designed with Lake Living in mind, Custom WEBSTER LAKE! Treasure Island Townhouse! UNIT# 401 end unit. Year round en- Built with Attention to High Quality & Detail. Outstanding open concept, water view from almost every room. Nicely joyment! Quiet summers on big & beautiful Webster Lake! 6 Rooms Applianced situated on a .25 acre level peninsula, 180’+/- prime lake frontage! Enhanced by a all natural shoreline! All you need Kitchen. Open Floor Plan! Dining Area. Hardwood Floor & Carpet. Master Bed- to live is located on the 1st floor. Grand 2 story foyer, cozy fireplaced living room, gourmet kitchen, lake facing dining , room, W/2 Closets, Master Bath! 2-1/2 Baths Total! Slider to Deck & Slider to formal dining room, media room & spacious 1st floor guest the Patio! Central Air! Central Vac! Very efficient natural gas heat & hot Water! 2 BR Suite w/private bath. Incredible 2nd floor fireplaced SORRY, SOLD! lake-facing corner master suite w/luxurious private bath, 3 Boat Slips D10 & D11 in the Private Marina. Heated Pool! Natural Sandy Beach! more 2nd floor BRs & full bath! Something Special! Re- member, Timing Is Everything! $1,075,000. $439,000.

Century 21 XSELL Realty PUT YOUR TRUST IN US Worcester - Auburn Dudley TEAMWORK AND EXPERIENCE XSELL REALTY (774) 772-7072 (508) 461-7550 Jo-Ann Szymczak 774-230-5044 JUNE’S SINGLE FAMILY HOMES REAL ESTATE MARKET Diane Luong 774-239-2937 DUDLEY Maria Reed 508-873-9254 ReMax Advantage 1 June 2020 June 2021 Trend 25 Union St., Worcester MA 01604 Median Price $288,200 $456,550 m CALL FOR A MARKET ANALYSIS Licensed in MA & CT Market Volume $4,059,700 $6,370,061 m Be Your Own Landlord # of Homes Sold 14 14 k Dudley: 2nd oor unit will be vacant, Avg Days on Market 60 48 n formerly owners residence. Month Supply Inv. 1.63 1.89 m Updated kitchen, bath, laundry. 3rd unit nished 8-10 years ago – modern WEBSTER kitchen and bath. Median Price $284,00 $310,000 m 1st oor charming unit with natural woodwork. O street parking. Market Volume $2,269,000 $5,556,211 m 42 Mill St ~ $379,900 # of Homes Sold 7 16 m Avg Days on Market 68 19 n SZYMCZK SELLS LAND! SZYMCZK SELLS 3 UNITS! Month Supply Inv. 1.58 .41 n Beacon Park Condominiums Contact us to find more about your neighborhood market & what your home is worth! Inventory is extremely low! COMING #203 UNIT 6C ~ $315,000 SOON! #103 UNIT 103 ~ $315,000 #815 UNIT 815 ~ $369,999 8.6 acres, An over 55 community of single Monique Golemo Lisi Velez Doreen Jammie Johnny Wariebi Angela Clark Diane Strzelecki Jillian DeGrace Call For FREE 508-414-0799 774-289-4641 Gagliastro Geddis (508) 335-5076. 508-410-1319 (508) 335-2384 (860)315-3636 family houses, Legacy Landing Development (774)757-2313 774-242-9752 Sold and developer will begin work Market Analysis Our Commitment to you  Integrity  Hard Work  Excellent Service 61 Airport Rd www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, July 9, 2021 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 13 Oxford Woman’s Club Alyssa Mancini graduates from Anna Maria hosting bandstand concert College Oldies and Jazz at the Come and enjoy the bandstand. The date is music, seeing you friends PAXTON — Alyssa M. Mancini of Webster graduated from Anna Maria College OXFORD — The July 25 from 4-5:30 p.m. and supporting your com- with the Class of 2021, receiving a Bachelor of Science. Oxford Woman’s Club is Please bring your own munity. very pleased to sponsor chairs, water and chips For information about music by Don’t Tell Dan, will be available for a the Oxford Woman›s a group of high school donation. Also a Raffle Club, contact Paula Local residents make Dean’s List at seniors from the area. Basket of Summer Fun Parker at 508-987-2804. They will be playing both will be given away. Wentworth Institute of Technology

Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute Local students named to Dean’s List at UMass BOSTON — The following local stu- of Technology is a nationally ranked dents have made the Dean’s List at university offering career-focused edu- Amherst Wentworth Institute of Technology for cation through bachelor’s and gradu- AMHERST — Below is a list of local Melissa Rosado Miranda the Spring 2021 semester. ate degree programs in areas including students who were named to the dean’s Ryan Patrick Moore * Riley Daniel Beauregard of Auburn engineering, architecture, computer list at the University of Massachusetts Isabella Grace Robinson * Jason Paul Cronin of Auburn and data science, life sciences, man- Amherst for the spring 2021 semester. * David Lee Mejorado of Auburn agement, and design. Its 31 acres are In order to qualify, an undergraduate WEBSTER * Anna Mei Pyche of Auburn situated in the Fenway neighborhood of student must receive a 3.5 grade-point Mariah Caryn Belletti * Kalie Mari Bourassa of Leicester Boston, Mass., within walking distance average or better on a four-point scale. Jack Raymond Erlich * Adrianna T Rocheleau of Oxford of leading several cultural, educational, Benjamin James Lagasse * Alec J Barber of Spencer sports, and medical hubs. Wentworth is OXFORD Chaya Paige Lipman-Tessicini * Karina LeBlanc of Sutton known for its emphasis on career prepa- Fawad Ghani Mia Caroline Lipman-Tessicini * Jordan William Blackadar of ration for students through its lead- Althea Rae Houston Jessica Marie Lorkiewicz Worcester ing co-op programs, hands-on learning Vincent Johnson Lyndsay Michelle Makie * Yasmina Habchi of Worcester approach, and alignment with 21st-cen- Joscelynn Emma Leavitt Matthew Robert Powers tury workforce needs. Liam Killian Loughlin Owen Jonathan Simonis Wentworth Institute of Technology Erica Lynn MacGrory Xinyue Zhang extra stuff and I want to publicly thank MARSI you for leading us through that,” Marsi continued from page A1 said. Other selectmen also praised NICHOLS college through tough waters and posi- ic. continued from page A1 Cyganiewicz’s work as the board’s lead- tioned us for even greater success,” said “The last year hasn’t been very easy er. Both he and Paul Joseph round out Davis in a statement. “Susan has been a for the town or anybody. I have to say am proud that my name will continue to the Board of Selectmen slate for the next model leader and an inspiration to our (Kerry) did a fantastic job as chairman be associated with this important work 12 months. students. We are excited that the IWL, leading us through a pandemic. There’s and truly thank the Board of Trustees one of her crowning achievements, will a lot that goes into being chair. A lot of for this honor.” reflect and honor that legacy.” Board of Trustees Chair John H. Davis Under Engelkemeyer’s president- said that President Engelkemeyer was ship, Nichols college saw growth in and really look at that before we vote part of a decade of growth and improve- enrollment, student retention, gradua- CONTRACT on whether or not to go into contract continued from page A1 ment for the school. Naming the IWL tion rates, endowments, and the largest negotiations,” Carmignani said. in her honor was a special way for the fundraising campaign in the colleges The amendment passed unanimous- voiced their support of the motion. Board to cement her legacy on campus 200-year history with the Bicentennial ly as did a second vote that officially “I think this is a good move because I and beyond. Campaign topping off at over $66 mil- pushed contract discussions forward no think that we owe it to Superintendent “Nichols has come a long way in lion. Engelkemeyer oversaw her final later than the Aug. 31 deadline. the past 10 years with Susan’s steady graduation in May before officially Lamarche to be able to hear his eval- hand at the helm. She has navigated the retiring from the school. uation and be able to see his evidence

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