Mailed free to requesting homes in East Brookfield, West Brookfield, North Brookfield, Brookfield, Leicester and Spencer Vol. XXXVIII, No. #43 COMPLIMENTARY HOME DELIVERY ONLINE: www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, October 27, 2017 Bringing popular park back requires ingenuity

BY KEVIN FLANDERS renovations and additions. Interim Town Administrator NEWS STAFF WRITER The park needs a refur- William Ross was directed to SPENCER – Committed to bished lifeguard stand, new further research the park’s reopening Luther Hill Park docks, repairs to the snack needs and vet potential fund- next summer, officials are shop and other buildings, ing options. One of the best Kevin Flanders photo. searching for the best funding and renovated bathrooms. routes, selectmen said, would Leicester’s Jason Gemme poses with a replica Super Bowl Lombardi tro- option amidst challenging fis- Selectmen recognize that fund- be to utilize town funds based phy earlier this month. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the food cal conditions. ing all of these needs by next on possible new growth finan- pantry. The Parks and Recreation summer will be a challenge, cial opportunities. Another Committee recently updated and they want to take the time option is a potential override selectmen on what it will take to fully evaluate each option request for voters to decide on to reopen the once popular and prioritize items. at next month’s town meeting, lakeside park, which has been “We all support bringing the although that would require closed for four years following park back, but we need to find officials to quickly compose a Celebration budget cuts. Approximately the best way to fund it,” said warrant article. $39,000 is required annually to Selectman Tony Pepe. “This A third option is bringing cover the costs of lifeguards, is something everyone wants the park back in a limited swimming lesson programs, to move forward quickly. I capacity this summer, then and personnel needed to main- wish we could bring it back slowly returning programs raises funds tain the park, among other tomorrow, but it’s a matter of and addressing renovation basic operational costs. But coming up with a comprehen- that doesn’t include the addi- sive plan and then going from Please Read PARK, page ­A10 tional costs of long overdue there.” for food pantry

BY KEVIN FLANDERS and company during their NEWS STAFF WRITER dynastic run. Others have only HOLIDAY LEICESTER – Tom Brady been alive to witness the latest and Bill Belichick weren’t in two titles, but they are already attendance last Sunday, but Pats super-fans. For Leicester’s FAIR FUN that didn’t spoil the Super Bowl Jason Gemme, passion for the celebration for residents from Pats goes back more than three throughout the area. decades, spanning every heart- Patriots fans converged on break and triumph along the St. Joseph-St. Pius Church on way. Kevin Flanders photo Oct. 15 to check out the Super “The Pats are number one. Alex Demarski represents Bowl hardware while sup- I started watching them when his Scout Troop based in porting the food pantry. For a they played the Bears in the Paxton at the East Brookfield small donation, fans were able 1986 Super Bowl,” Gemme holiday fair. The variety of pos- to have their pictures taken said. “I’ve been a huge fan ever sible purchases ran the gamut with a replica 2017 Lombardi since.” from spooky Halloween table Trophy, which is awarded each The ’86 Super Bowl didn’t go decorations to Christmas orna- February to the NFL champion. so well for the Pats, who fell to ments. More photos Page 10. Fans young and old took the Bears by a 46-10 score, but advantage of the unique oppor- Brady and Belichick have dra- tunity. For some fans, they have matically changed the narra- savored all five championships secured by Brady, Belichick Please Read FOOD PANTRY, page ­A10 New equipment put into service with a day

BY KEVIN FLANDERS the gear’s arrival. The items NEWS STAFF WRITER include cutters, spreaders, EAST BROOKFIELD – and a ram designed to cut Fire officials wasted no time open vehicles and extricate in implementing new life- trapped motorists. saving equipment, pressing And the equipment was the town-funded jaws of life required immediately, as the gear into service just one fire department responded day after receiving it. to a wreck on Route 49 less The town previously than 24 hours after receiv- approved $30,000 for the ing the tools. Previously, the equipment at a town meet- town’s emergency respond- ing, and the EBFD staff took ers would have needed to Kevin Flanders photo part in extensive training wait for fire officials from exercises in anticipation of East Brookfield firefighters display recently received jaws of life equipment, which was funded by the town. Please Read EQUIPMENT, page ­A7 Safety and accessibility focus of grant program

BY KEVIN FLANDERS as officials learned that their of Transportation Highway In many towns like Spencer, award. The money will be used NEWS STAFF WRITER Complete Streets project will Administrator Jonathan the Complete Streets program for projects on Main Street and SPENCER – With a contin- receive additional state fund- Gulliver, members of the state has not only allowed existing School Street in the coming ued emphasis on improving ing. On Sept. 29, Spencer legislature, and local officials sidewalks to be repaired, but it year to improve pedestrian infrastructure, officials are on officials joined municipal were all in attendance at the has also paved the way for new accessibility and safety. the road to creating signifi- leaders from throughout the event. The monies represent sidewalk sections to be added “The town of Spencer is very cantly safer and more conve- state at a press conference in the third round of grant awards in some of the town’s busiest excited to be recipients of the nient travel through town. Chelmsford announcing a total for the statewide Complete corridors. recently awarded MassDOT Spencer’s long-awaited of $7.8 million awarded to 22 Streets Funding Program, Spencer’s Highway Complete Streets grant,” Tyler quest to repair and modern- communities. which has helped communities Superintendent Steven Tyler said. “This grant will allow ize its roadways gained even Lieutenant Governor with badly needed roadway attended the Sept. 29 event to more momentum last month, Karyn Polito, Department and sidewalk repairs. accept Spencer’s $218,791 grant Please Read GRANT, page ­A7 2 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 27, 2017 spencer capsules

THE SUN WILL COME OUT… STRAWBERRY HILL FAIR “Annie” a musical, presented by The The First Congregational Church of Theatre Guild of North Brookfield. Nov Leicester at 1 Washburn Square (across 10 & 11 at 7:30pm and Nov 12 at 2pm at from Town Common) will hold its annu- the N. Brookfield Elem. School Aud. al STRAWBERRY HILL FAIR on Nov. 11 Tickets are $15 for Adults and $10 for from 9 a.m. till 2 p.m. The Fair will fea- Seniors (62+) and Children under 12. ture Holiday Decorations, Homemade Call Joe at 508-331-9031 for more info. Knitted Items, Second Hand Treasures, Tickets available at the door. Gift Baskets, Raffles, Country Store, TURKEY RAFFLE Toys and Games, Baked Goods, Cafe’, The North Brookfield VFW Post 3439 Crafts and More. Please come and enjoy will be having our annual Turkey Raffle a few hours at our Fair. www.leicester- on Veteran’s Day 11-11-2017 at 2 p.m. fcc.org Refreshments will be served. The VFW INFO MEETING FOR SENIORS will also have a 50/50 raffle. There will be a Regional SHINE infor- HOLIDAY VENDOR & CRAFT SALE: mational session on Monday, November Charity raffle to support Toys for Tots, 13th at 1 PM at the Spencer Senior FACILITY FACELIFT REOPENED WITH Nov. 4 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Knights of Center 68 Maple St. Spencer Columbus,10 Meadow Road, Spencer. FANFARE Free admission. Courtesy photo The Overlook President and CEO Tameryn Campbell, proudly opened the ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand re-opening of the Acacia Dining Room and Rose Garden Courtyard held Thursday, October 19. Residents, employees, and many local dignitaries, and past Grand Masters www.StonebridgePress.com were present. Pictured from left President of The Overlook Resident Council Dick Ziegler; Executive Director Michael Quirk; and Campbell.

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BY KEVIN FLANDERS Haunting the White House? NEWS STAFF WRITER The author is constantly on the look- Accuracy Watch WEST BROOKFIELD – Merriam- out for his next inspiration, and he Gilbert Public Library patrons are always enjoys speaking to residents The Spencer New Leader is committed to invited to celebrate the spookiest time about their own spooky encounters. of year by attending a presentation A former newspaper reporter, accuracy in all its news reports. Although from a man who has traveled the world Belanger isn’t afraid to venture into for- numerous safeguards are in place to ensure in search of paranormal mysteries. bidding settings and interview the peo- accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. The author of more than a dozen books, ple who know them best. Since 1997, he Confirmed fact errors will be corrected Jeff Belanger has spent two decades has interviewed thousands of witnesses at the top right hand corner of page 3 in a seeking out the unexplained, the terrify- to paranormal occurrences, in addition timely manner. ing, and the downright bizarre. He has to producing the New England Legends been to castles, cemeteries, hotels, man- series on PBS. If you find a mistake, call (508) 909- sions, and other venues often described Often asked about his scariest adven- 4130 during normal business hours. During as the most haunted sites on earth. Each tures, Belanger recalls a particularly non-business hours, leave a message in the new place has a compelling story to tell, frightening experience in the cata- editor’s voice mailbox. The editor will return and it’s Belanger’s mission to convey combs beneath Paris, France. your phone call. these stories to guests in a fun and fas- “I was walking through a tunnel cinating way. of bones, and I saw a shadow moving Set for Thursday, Nov. 2, the presen- toward me down there. My first thought tation will take place at the library at was of another person in the tunnel 6:30. The event will include highlights with me, but I was alone. There were no from Belanger’s countless paranormal side tunnels,” Belanger remembered. adventures, an explanation of his inves- “That day was a real game changer for tigation process, and an opportunity for me. It forces you to come to grips with Email guests to share their own ghost stories. your own belief system.” Chances are good that either you or Courtesy photo. Ghosts can come in many forms, Us! someone you know has had an unex- Belanger said, and the word has dif- plainable encounter or sighting, espe- A bestselling author of all things paranormal, ferent connotations for different peo- cially living in New England. Having Jeff Belanger will visit Merriam-Gilbert Public ple. The author’s goal at events isn’t to Library next month. grown up in Connecticut, Belanger persuade people to believe in ghosts, recalls first becoming fascinated by the but instead to convey stories and start Email us your thoughts to: idea of the paranormal during visits to were profoundly impacted by some- conversations. [email protected] some of his friends’ decades-old houses. thing they experienced.” “When you think about it, a ghost is “I grew up in an old New England A few of Belanger’s books include any connection to our past,” Belanger town, and I was always intrigued by Weird Massachusetts, Haunted New said, speaking of musicians, actors, and the history, legends, and lore,” said England, The World’s Most Haunted athletes whose legends live on. “Their Across from Belanger, who holds presentations Places, and Ghosts of War. He even influence is still felt long after their Thrift Lamoureux Ford almost nightly each autumn. “Every got a personal tour of the White House deaths.” Shop place has a fascinating story, and it and spoke to longtime staff members to For more information about upcom- means a lot to interview people who provide inspiration for his book, Who’s ing events at the library, visit www. westbrookfieldlibrary.org. Jewelry, Books, Furniture, Clothing, Housewares, Appliances, Misc. – Tuesday-Saturday 9-5 – Eagles find ways to give back 363 East Main St. 508-867-3322 to community www.StonebridgePress.com all proceeds will go to helping animals in need

BY KEVIN FLANDERS the horizon. NEWS STAFF WRITER Local organizations are always thankful for the and SAVE on your SPENCER – Always searching for opportunities support they receive from the Eagles, which aug- to give back to the community, the Leicester- ments their regular donations. electric bill Spencer Eagles are helping families in need with “We appreciate all of the support they have their latest donation to the Spencer Food Pantry. shown. They are great neighbors right across It’s that simple. Proceeds from the Eagles’ recent toll booth drive the street from us,” said Leicester Food Pantry in town ($555.53) will be given to the food pantry, Director Cheryl Cooney, whose organization has providing a big boost in advance of the busy hol- also been assisted by the Eagles. For a complimentary consultation call iday season when demand is always high. Food For Spencer Selectman Tony Pepe, who is also insecurity is an often overlooked problem in com- a founding and charter member of the Eagles, it is John Boiano 774-241-8186 munities throughout the state, officials said, as exciting to bring new members into the mix each www.180southsolar.com countless children, families, and seniors don’t year. If you are looking for an know where their next meal will come from. Many opportunity to give back to of them are reluctant to ask for help, but they know the community on a regular they can always rely on the food pantry. basis, the Eagles are always For the Eagles, an organization whose motto is seeking new members. “People helping people”, it’s important to make “It’s great to be part of the j j j Friday’s Child j j j every fundraising event count by maximizing the fabric of this community and community impact. The organization holds two do what we can to help peo- toll booth drives per year in Spencer, with the ple,” Pepe said. “It means a town permitting members to approach motorists lot to help different organi- stopped at designated intersections and solicit zations, and we always try to donations during such events. find new areas to assist.” “We have donated to [the food pantry] in the If you’re interested in join- past, and we always want to help them out. It’s ing the Eagles, check out important for us to stay active in both of our the organization’s Facebook towns,” said Scot Peterson, an Eagles trustee and page. There is an annual secretary. membership fee required The Eagles are comprised of residents, officials, for members to join, but first first responders, veterans, and business owners responders and military per- from both Spencer and Leicester. They have assist- sonnel (past or present) will ed dozens of organizations over the years with an receive a free membership array of fundraisers, and their recently renovated for the first year. location in Leicester at 850 Main St. serves as a You can also call (508) 954- hub of event planning. Most recently, the Eagles 3802 for more information coordinated an event with Leicester music educa- about the Eagles. tor Kristina Looney, and more fundraisers are on Enjoy the majesty of fall: Join the Arbor Little Colton is a 1-year-old boy of Cape Verdean/Caucasian descent who is often seen smiling and laughing. Little Colton is not a big fan of snuggling Day Foundation and receive free trees but he loves to be tickled! He just started to crawl and sit up on his own The Arbor Day Foundation will “Members will especially enjoy and his social worker said he may be on the verge of saying his first words. brighten up your fall by offering 10 these trees during the autumn months Little Colton is legally freed for adoption and needs a family who is ready free autumn classics trees or five free because they’ll add abundant, vibrant to parent a child with special needs. The most appropriate home for Little Crapemyrtle when you join the organi- color to any yard or landscape for years zation in October. to come,” said Matt Harris, chief execu- Colton would consist of two parents with one stay at home parent. He would The free trees are part of the non- tive of the Arbor Day Foundation. do well in a home as the only child or with older children who are school profit Arbor Day Foundation’s Trees The trees will be shipped postpaid age. Little Colton has an older sister who has previously been adopted and for America campaign, a program ded- at the right time for planting, between visits between them would be beneficial as they get older. icated to environmental stewardship Nov. 1 and Dec. 10. The 6- to 12-inch Westfield Adoption Party through the planting of trees. trees are guaranteed to grow or they Everyone who joins the Arbor Day will be replaced free of charge. Planting Have you ever considered adopting a child from foster care? Join the Mas- Foundation in October will receive instructions will be enclosed with each sachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at the Westfield Boys five free crapemyrtle trees or 10 free shipment of trees. and Girls Club on November 5th from 1:30-3:30 pm in Westfield. Families autumn classics selected for your area. To receive your free trees, send a are invited to meet children and sibling groups of all ages who are waiting The 10 autumn classics include: two $10 membership contribution with your to be adopted, and to speak with their social workers. Whether you are sugar maples, two red maples, and one tree selection to Arbor Day Foundation, each of scarlet oak, sweetgum, northern 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE considering adoption for the first time or have already completed MAPP red oak, silver maple, white flowering 68410, by Oct. 31 or join online at arbor- training, this event is for you! To register, email [email protected]. dogwood, and Washington hawthorn. day.org/october. To learn more about adoption from foster care, call the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) at 1-800-882-1176 or visit www. mareinc.org. 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BY KEVIN FLANDERS breaking research in prevention of pumps currently used, officials project. real estate NEWS STAFF WRITER Type 1 diabetes,” said Apple Run/Walk For event leaders in North Brookfield, NORTH BROOKFIELD – There is organizer Jim Buzzell. “Since Type 1 it is exciting to see in action the research SPENCER no better time for a walk or run than diabetes is an auto-immune disorder in that their fundraising efforts are sup- $332,500 4 Langevin St #10, 4 a crisp late autumn morning in New which T-cells destroy the insulin-con- porting. Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty England, as demonstrated by hundreds taining cells in the pancreas, it has been “This is the type of work necessary LLC. of runners over the years at the annual thought that if you can prevent these to lead to the development of immuno- $332,500 4 Langevin St #12, 4 Apple Run/Walk for Diabetes. T-cells from attacking, you can prevent therapeutic treatment to prevent Type 1 Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty The 12th annual event is slated for the onset of diabetes in those children diabetes, which hopefully is not too far LLC. Saturday, Nov. 4, with walkers start- who are predisposed.” off in the future,” Buzzell said. $332,500 4 Langevin St #13, 4 ing at 10:30 a.m. and runners getting Additional research must be con- Of course, the Apple Walk’s contribu- Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty underway half an hour later. Hosted ducted in order for experts to under- tions to the research team and the Clara LLC. by the Lions Club of the Brookfields, stand why certain people are at great- Barton Camp wouldn’t be possible $332,500 4 Langevin St #7, 4 this year’s event will cover a five-mile er risk for this auto-immune disorder without the strong support each year Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty course bringing participants down sce- – and they also must further explore from participants and sponsors. This LLC. nic country roads. The event will begin the T-cells that tend to carry out this year, the event has added Rapscallion $332,500 4 Langevin St #8, 4 and end at Brookfield Orchards (12 destructive behavior. The research Brewery, of Sturbridge, as a sponsor Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty Lincoln St. in town). team at UMass was able to identify the for the run/walk. Members of the brew- LLC. To date, proceeds from the walk/ offending T-cells, and their study was ery will attend the event, offering a $332,500 4 Langevin St #9, 4 run have surpassed $20,000 donated published in the Nature Medicine jour- complementary beer to each registered Langevin LLC, to Martiros Realty to the event’s two diabetes charities: nal last December. runner and walker upon completion of LLC. the Clara Barton Camp for Diabetic The research team has also conduct- the course. $310,000 116 Main St, Lapierre, Girls in Oxford and the University of ed numerous clinical trials. It recently “Brookfield Orchards worked with Daniel G, to 116 Main St Spencer Massachusetts Diabetes Research Team took part in a collaboration of four me to set this up, and I can’t say enough LLC. in Worcester. Event organizers made sites that assessed the effectiveness of a about how supportive and helpful they $236,000 42 Greenville St, the extra effort this year to learn more bionic pancreas, which uses an iPhone have been over these last twelve years,” Villavicencio, Jose A, and about the research team’s vital work, app that takes data from a monitor to Buzzell said. Villavicencio, Maria C, to Auger, and what they discovered is highly direct the delivery of insulin and glu- For more information on how to par- Tammy. encouraging. cagon through a pump in Type 1 dia- ticipate in the event and contribute to $225,000 2 Brooks Pond Rd, “The UMass diabetes research team is betics. This method has the potential to its causes, please visit www.brookfield- Adams, Richard H, and Adams, heavily involved in potentially ground- more effectively regulate glucose levels slionsclub.org. Mary E, to Brown, Troy, and in diabetics than the standard insulin Herraiz-Brown, Marta. $210,000 106 Charlton Rd, Woods, Scott J, and Woods, James M, to Sandstrom, Alyssa A, and Jedeon, James. Choral group planning annual auction $168,920 23 High St, Brown, John, and Wells Fargo Bank NA, to Wells STURBRIDGE — The Quinebaug This is an unusual auction, ben- for the fun of bidding—and the excite- Fargo Bank NA. Valley Singers, centered in Sturbridge efiting an unusual organization. The ment of winning treasures! $150,000 53 Thompson Pond Rd, announce the second annual auction, to Quinebaug Valley Singers, founded over But there are other special features as Weiss, Roger E, and Weiss, Carolyn be held Sunday, Nov. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. 30 years ago, draw their 50+ members well. Light refreshments will be served, J, to Milliard, Gary J, and Milliard, at the Federated Church of Sturbridge from many communities in south-cen- free of charge. And there will be live Deborah M. and Fiskdale, 8 Maple St. in Sturbridge. tral Massachusetts and northeastern musical entertainment: the chorus will $107,900 226 N Spencer Rd, The many high-quality items, gift certif- Connecticut. They present two pairs of sing, and some talented instrumental- Haynes, Diane M, and Wells Fargo icates and services to be auctioned can concerts a year, in December and May. ists will solo. A great time is guaran- Bank NA, to FNMA. be previewed at 1:30 p.m. Under the leadership of music director teed for all! $95,000 4 Langevin St #14, Pam Nym Cooke, they For further information about the Squared LLC, to Martiros Realty have established a auction, or to reserve a bidding paddle, LLC. reputation for top- contact either of the auction’s co-chairs, $75,000 4 Langevin St #11, notch performanc- Linda Lambrecht (lamfam151@gmail. Montville, Michael J, to Matiros es and unusual, com) or Carol Curtin (carolcurtin77@ Realty LLC. creative program- gmail.com). If you would like to donate $40,000 3 Thompson Pond Rd, ming. an item, a gift certificate, or a service, Stevens, John F, and Berube, This year’s QVS contact Jeanne Adler (jdadler@charter. Nancy D, to Angelo, Gregory R, auction will fea- net). and Angelo, Thomas C. ture both live bid- And come to the Quinebaug Valley ding (led by expe- Singers’ holiday concerts! You have a BROOKFIELD rienced auction- choice of two venues on two dates: St. none. eer Roland Parent) Joachim Chapel, St. Anne/St. Patrick and silent bidding. Parish in Fiskdale, on Saturday, Dec. 9 EAST BROOKFIELD A registration fee at 7:30 p.m., or Charlton Baptist Church of $10, payable on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Both $176,000 141 North St, Kaplan, either at the door, concerts are free, and (as always) will Jeremy A, and Kaplan, Laura G, in advance from include yummy refreshments. to Lavoie, Kenneth A, and Lavoie, any QVS mem- More information about the Candice P. ber, or by contact- Quinebaug Valley Singers may be found $50,000 223 Adams Rd, Vondauber, ing the auction’s on their Facebook page (Quinebaug Jeffery A, and Vondauber, Laurie co-chairs (see Valley Singers – QVS) or on their web- S, to Vondauber, Laurie S. below), buys you site (www.qvsingers.org). Or by calling a bidding paddle, Linda Lambrecht at (774) 402-0218 or WEST BROOKFIELD and you’re ready Carol Curtin at (508) 341-6828. $157,000 236 E Main St, Dion, Philip P, and Dion, Heidi A, to Anderson, Richard E, and Anderson, Christine M.

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Parkway, Webster on Saturday, Oct. 28, Ruth Sanderson. Church, located at 23 Manchaug St. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ANNUAL FAIR: Bethel Lutheran in Douglas. Tea Committee luncheon, HOLIDAY BAZAAR: St. Peter’s Church at 90 Bryn Mawr Avenue in Gathering Room, Fancy Work room, Parish in Northbridge will be holding Auburn, will be having its annual Children’s games and crafts and more. its annual Holiday Bazaar on Oct. 28 Harvest Fair on Saturday Nov. 4th from HOLIDAY VENDOR & CRAFT SALE: from 9am-3pm in the Parish Hall, 39 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Charity raffle to support Toys for Tots, Church Ave. Come out with your fam- ANNUAL FESTIVAL: St. Thomas Nov. 4 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Knights of ily and friends to enjoy the day! Make Episcopal Church presents our annual Columbus,10 Meadow Road, Spencer. sure to bring the little ones…Santa fall festival Saturday, Nov. 4, 8am - 3pm Free admission. Claus will be making a special appear- at 35 School St., Auburn. Bake Sale, ST. ROCH HARVEST FAIR: St. Roch ance starting at 10 a.m. for pictures! We Attic Treasures, Raffle Baskets AND Church, 332 Main St., Oxford will be will have all of your favorites: Delicious LuLaRoe holding their annual Harvest Fair home-made baked goods, white ele- UWC FALL FAIR: Please join us at on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 8 am–2 pm As the fall festivals and winter phant table, craft tables with beautiful our annual Upton Woman’s Club Fall in the church hall. Activities include: bazaars go into full swing, many people handmade items, knitted items & hand- Fair at Blackstone Valley Technical A giant Adopt-A-Basket raffle, crafts, travel from town to town, scooping up made quilts. There will also be tables High School on Saturday, Nov. 4 from gifts, handmade knitted items, home- the sales and gathering in the hand- filled with raffles (you never know what 9:00am to 3:00pm. One of the most pop- made baked goods, used books, inside crafted items for gifts. In addition, the will be there!) & the famous silent auc- ular fall events in the area, this fair fea- garage sale, and a money raffle! Lunch ethnic foods and mouthwatering baked tion. Stay and enjoy a bite to eat with tures a raffle for a beautiful queen-sized will be served. all of our “Old-Time” favorite foods quilt made by UWC members. goods add just the right touch for hol- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 iday entertaining. With that in mind, being served. If you would like more UWC members will be selling hand- the Stonebridge Press newspapers are information please contact the rectory made wood crafts, beautiful hand sewn BAZAAR: St. John Paul II Parish adding this listing of area events just at (508) 234-2156. and knitted goods and basket raffles annual bazaar is scheduled Sunday, for the upcoming couple of months so FALLTACULAR! Second annual plus delicious lunch items and bake Nov. 5 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Trinity Catholic you can find the nearby festivals on a Blackstone Falltacular, Oct. 28 10 a.m.- goods. Academy, 11 Pine St., Southbridge. It crisp Saturday adventure. Enjoy! 3p.m. at St. Paul’s Church, 48 St. Paul Stop by and visit Grandma’s Attic, a will feature a variety of tables: chil- St., Blackstone. Trick N Shop Edition. unique collection of gently used items, dren’s games, crafts, The Village Bake Come in Costume. Pumpkin Carving. for that special treasure you have been Shop, Jar Deal, theme baskets, parish SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 31 Coloring contest. Facepainting. Food. looking for as well as a chance to win Games. Raffles. Shop with local craft- a door prize and 50/50 raffle. Also fea- Turn To BAZAARS page ­­­A6 PUMPKINS, GET YOUR PUMPKINS ers and vendors. For more informa- tured are several of the areas great ven- HERE! The Pumpkin Patch at the First tion email [email protected] or dors. Don’t miss this opportunity to do Congregational Church, 128 Central visit http://eliteacegroup.wixsite.com/ some early holiday shopping or to treat St., Auburn will be open daily 10 a.m. DURKIN & SONS events yourself to something special. (11 a.m. on Sundays) ‘til dusk Sept. FALL HARVEST CRAFT FAIR: 9 30 through Oct. 31. If you have any ques- Trucking Co. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Stephen Parish Hall, tions, feel free to call the church office Rte. 97, Quinebaug. Single 8 foot table at (508) 832-2845. See you there! Where ALBANIAN KITCHEN & BAZAAR: Trash or 10x10 space: $20. Crafters and ven- do these pumpkins come from? The The Daughters of St. Nicholas will hold dors wanted. Contact Kathy Piniarski Removal pumpkins are raised and harvested by its annual Albanian Kitchen & Bazaar at (508) 764-7271 or email kathypiniar- the Navajo Indians on their reservation on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3:00 [email protected]. Weekly in New Mexico. The money they receive p.m. at St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox CHRISTMAS FAIR: St. Joseph’s Pickups helps their schools and other programs Church, 126 Morris St., Southbridge. Parish Hall, 296 Main St., North and a percentage of the sales helps our The bake table will feature tradition- Brookfield on Saturday, Nov. 4 9 a.m.–2 Cleanouts church as well. al Albanian spinach, leek, sauerkraut, and squash pies; baklava, orange-date p.m. The day will include bake sale, cookies, kurabias, and twist cookies handmade crafts, flea market, baskets ~ Reliable ~ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 along with many of your other favorites. and raffles galore! Lunch is served from An Albanian-style café will offer garden 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and includes homemade BOUTIQUE CRAFT FAIR: The Ladies www.durkintrucking.com salad, egg-lemon soup, great northern soups, great sandwiches and delicious Philoptochos Society of Sts. Constantine bean soup, meatball and vegetable cas- apple pie. and Helen invites everyone to the annu- Spencer serole, leek and cornmeal casserole, HARVEST FAIR: Stella Chapter al boutique craft fair and bake sale stuffed peppers, cabbage rolls, spinach Harvest Fair (J. Prouty) Masonic Lodge 508-885-4499 highlighted by a variety of delicious triangles, baked macaroni and cheese, Bldg., 780 Southbridge St., Auburn on foods and pastries for sale including eggplant & potato casserole. You may Saturday Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. baklava, pita, pastitsio, moussaka and either Dine in or Take Out. HOLIDAY FAIR: On Saturday, Nov. gyros. In addition, there will be several This event will also feature theme 4, the St. Denis Catholic Women’s craft and boutique tables at the Sts. baskets, used books, this ‘n that table, Council will host their annual Holiday Constantine and Helen Church, 37 Lake illustrated children’s books by author Fair from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at St. Denis

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children, friends, grandchildren and more! No registration required. Mondays, November 6 and 13 ibrary Sign up today for Express Yourself! L Thursday, November 2 Song writing. This 2-part class will Tune in together, a music and move- inspire your creativity! Monday, Corner ment program for toddlers and pre- November 6 Express Yourself! schoolers is at 11:00 Songwriting Part 1 will be held from 6:00-8:00. Ages 12-Adult express your- Make some slime! Come at 4:00 to self using various techniques to free make some gooey fun as part of our your voice from your heart and head. Richard Sugden Library Monday, October 30 Kids Teaching Kids program. On Monday, November 13 at Express 8 Pleasant Street Teen Mania at 3:30. Spooky tales! Yourself! Songwriting Part 2 will be (508) 885-7513 Asian Longhorned Beetle, urban held from 6:00-7:30. Ages 12-Adult, cre- spencerpubliclibrary.org Tuesday, October 31 forestry & other invasive threats to ate, share, and hear songs composed Open Monday and Thursday 10 a.m.-7 Free Toddler Story Hour (18 Massachusetts forests presentation will in the second part of this workshop. p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m.-5 months-35 months) is from 10:00 -10:45. be held from 6:00–7:00. All are invited to Instructor: Laura Ramsey. This pro- p.m.; closed Saturday and Sunday. Pre-k for (ages 3 and up) is at11:00. Sign- join us for this informative presentation gram is supported in part by a grant up any time. The theme this week is of what is happening in our forests, and from the Spencer Cultural Council, a Sign up today for Express Yourself! Halloween, come in costume if you’d how we can help. Presented by Joshua local agency, which is supported by the Song writing. This 2-part class will like. Bruckner, Massachusetts Department Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state inspire your creativity! Monday, of Agriculture. agency. Register for BOTH Parts 1 & 2. November 6 Express Yourself! Wednesday, November 1 Registration Required. Songwriting Part 1 ​will be held Bouncing Babies is from 10:00-10:45. Monday, November 6 from​ 6:00 - 8:00. Ages 12-Adult express Drop in for ages birth to 24 months & Spencer Writers Group (1st Monday Wednesday, November 15 yourself using various techniques to free their caregivers. Meet other caregivers, of each month) meets from 5:00-6:30. Make it at the Library: Create your voice from your heart and head. share stories, songs, & rhymes. All genres of writers are invited. Come Upcycled Book Wreaths from 1:00 - On Monday, November 13 at​​ Express prepared to write! Refreshments will be 2:30 or Thursday, November 16 from Yourself! Songwriting Part 2 ​​ will be Make it with snap circuits. This after- served. Registration requested. 6:00-7:30. These classes are for adults held from 6:00 - 7:30. Ages 12-Adult, school program starts at 4:00. (Grades 9+) are invited to attend. All create, share, and hear songs composed Chess Knight (1st Monday of each supplies are provided, unless you have in the second part of this workshop. Free Adult Computer Classes (begin- month) from 6:00 - 8:00. All level of chess a specific book you would like to bring. Instructor: Laura Ramsey​.​ This pro- ning/intermediate) & technology relat- players are welcome to attend! Some Registration required. Sponsor: Friends gram is supported in part by a grant ed devices is held the first Wednesday chess boards are available to share, or of the Library. Register today! from the Spencer Cultural Council, a of each month from 2:00-3:00 PM. Come bring your own. Registration requested. local agency, which is supported by the even if you’ve never used a computer Register for the adult programs Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state before! Bring your lap top computer, Tuesday, November 7 by calling or visiting the Richard agency. Register for BOTH Parts 1 & 2.​​ phone, tablet… OR we have some lap Open Mic: Music and Poetry (1st Sugden Library, Spencer, at (508) Registration Required. tops to share. If you’re not sure what Tuesday of each month) from 7:00-9:00 885-7513 or by going online at www. you want to learn, join us and you can Registration requested to perform. SpencerPublicLibrary.org. learn ways to keep in touch with your Adults (Grades 9+) are invited to attend.

Kathryn M Huston Mission Circle of from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, Nov. to 3 pm, and will be held at the Our Lady BAZAARS the Whitinsville Presbyterian Church, 11 in the Parish Center (behind the of the Valley Regional School, located continued from page A5­­­ 51 Cottage St. will host its annual fair church) and Parish Hall (beneath the at 75 Mendon St., in Uxbridge. Crafters, on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m.-2 church) in Linwood. The fair will fea- direct sellers and other vendors are wel- table, jewelry, silent auction, commu- p.m. “Homespun Holidays” will feature ture a selection of crafts, baked goods, come! Spots are limited, so don’t delay! nity raffle table (HUGE!) and enter- crafts, a bake sale, with our famous a cookie walk, over 60 themes raffle Reserve your space today! tainment. Karol’s Kafe will be open for Cookie Walk & Harvest Table, attic baskets along with gift card and super breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and will have a treasures, theme baskets, a silent raffles, a kid’s table, a luncheon, and great variety of items for lunch. Free auction, kids’ corner, and a delicious much more. Please see the website at SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 admission, ample parking and hand- crunchy chicken luncheon served from www.goodshepherdlinwood.org for VENDORS INVITED: The Friends of icapped accessible. For information 11 o’clock. The cost for the lunch is $7 more details. (508) 765-3701. Charlton Public Library invite vendors for adults and $3 for children 10 and STRAWBERRY HILL FAIR: The First to submit an application to participate SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 under. The public is welcome! Congregational Church of Leicester in the 2017 Holiday Craft and Gift Fair HARVEST FAIR: Good Shepherd at 1 Washburn Square (across from which is held at the Charlton Public HOMESPUN HOLIDAYS: The Parish will host its annual Holiday Fair Town Common) will hold its annual Library on Dec. 2. Applications avail- STRAWBERRY HILL FAIR on Nov.11 able at the front desk of the Charlton from 9 AM till 2 PM. The Fair will fea- Public Library or online at https:// ture holiday decorations, homemade www.facebook.com/charltonlibrary- knitted items, second hand treasures, friends/posts/1900020216878052:0 For gift baskets, raffles, country store, toys questions contact Melinda at (508) 248- and games, baked goods, cafe’, crafts 6292 or by email at melinda@sewcialite. and more. Please come and enjoy a few com. THE WRITE STUFF hours at our Fair. www.leicesterfcc.org CRAFT FAIR: Need some unique, one of a kind Christmas gifts? Look no fur- SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 & ther than the Holly Berry Fair at the rating 16 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Sturbridge Federated Church, 8 Maple eleb Yea St., Sturbridge, on Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. C rs to 3 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Local arti- BAZAAR: St. Andrew Bobola Holy sans and craftspeople will be selling all Spencer New Leader! Rosary Sodality will be holding their manner of handmade items including annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday needlework, paintings and cards. Along Essays, Poems and Short Stories written by Nov. 11 from 10 am to 6 pm & Sunday with gift items, there will be baked student and adult authors from from 8 am to 12:30 pm in the church hall goods, ornaments, and face painting for located at 54 West Main St., Dudley. children. Enjoy some hassle-free shop- Spencer, Leicester, and The Brookfields The Bake table will feature homemade ping while supporting local artisans open to all ages & home schooled students pastries along with babka & paczki. and crafts people. Tables will include Elegant Junk, CHRISTMAS FAIR: The Charlton Thanksgiving Dinner, Special Gifts & Helping Hand Society Inc. will host SUGGESTED TOPICS FOR NOV: Christmas Crafts n’ More. Kitchen will their annual Christmas Fair on be featuring homemade cabbage and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 am to 2 pm at Deadline Nov. 17 5pm - Pub date Nov. 24 cheese pierogi. The Dodge Chapel, 81 Hammond Hill (300 words or less) Road, Charlton. All proceeds will ben- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 efit the group’s charitable commitment 1. What are you most thankful for? GLITTER & GLITZ – A HOLIDAY to the Charlton Community. Offerings include our popular “Gramma’s Attic”, 2. What are your feelings about the NFL “Knelt-down” MARKETPLACE: on Sunday, Nov.12 from noon to 5 p.m. at Point Breeze Bake and Cookie by the Pound Table, during the National Anthem? Restaurant, Point Breeze Road, Webster Vendors, Raffle Tickets, Ticket Auction, by St. Joseph’s Women’s Club. Hot and etc. All raffle prizes will be drawn at the 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing up. end of the fair. Please join us, share the How was your childhood different from today’s cold appetizers will be available, as well as a special gifts raffle, lottery spirit of the season, the fellowship, bar- standards, your kids’, your grandkids’, etc. scratch tickets raffle, 50/50 raffle, and gains and especially to ”HELP US TO HELP OTHERS.” 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. an attendance prize. The tickets for the event are $15 in advance, $20 at the SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3 5. Topic of your choice door, and can be purchased by calling ticket chairladies, Phyllis Scully at (508) MARK THE CALENDAR: Craft Fair/ 949-3517, Jill Manak at (508) 943-1810, Winter Carnival Assumption School or President and Honorary Chairlady Event, 17 Grove St, (in Assumption HOW TO SUBMIT? Cindi Gardner at (401) 418-2242. Parish Hall) Millbury, on Sunday, Dec. • May be mailed or dropped off to: June Simakauskas, 3, 11am until 3pm (some tables open Spencer New Leader, 25 Elm Street, P. O. Box 90, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 at 10am). Homemade scarves, jewelry, Southbridge, MA 01550 HOLIDAY FAIR NEEDS VENDORS: hand crafted minerals, floral arrange- • EMAILED TO [email protected] (preferred) Anyone interested in participating ments, Mary Kay, LulaRoe, Perfectly • FAXED TO: 508-765-0233 in Our Lady of the Valley Regional Posh, any many more; great items for School’s 35th annual Holiday Fair Christmas gifts! Games, face painting, Seeking Business Sponsors for this page. scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 18, please kitchen menu, candy sales, gift wrap- contact Kathy Kay at kathygkay@ ping Grand Raffle, and Crafter Raffle. Call June at 508-909-4062 or email [email protected] yahoo.com. The fair will run from 9 am Please join us!

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Last week’s weath- New England Outdoor er was great but cool- Writers newsletter last er temperatures are The Great week. As a member needed to get the deer for more than 20 years, moving. Many areas do Outdoors I have had a chance to not have a good crop meet some great writers of acorns in them this RALPH that often share some year, but for the ones TRUE very good information that do there is a good about their own personal abundance of deer feed- activities in the outdoors. ing on them. One local This nonprofit organiza- archer had a few visual encounters tion annually selects some great col- with deer, but did not get a shot. He did lege students that show good poten- manage to get some footage on his iPad tial in protecting our environment of numerous turkeys feeding under and sportsmen’s activities for the next his tree stand. The fall turkey season generations. The NEOWA annually opened this past Monday, Oct. 23, and awards thousands of dollars in schol- will continue to Nov. 4. Only one turkey arships to these young college students. may be harvested in the fall and can be This month’s newsletter had a very of either sex. Only hunters with a valid good article by President Rand Julius permit are allowed to hunt fall turkeys. about the dangers of tick bites. Although If you filled your two tags in the spring, this writer has talked about the dangers you cannot hunt the fall season in Mass! of tick bites in the past, he revealed new Pheasant hunting is now in full gear in information, and he asked other writers Massachusetts. Pheasant stocking will to talk about his wife’s latest experi- continue up until Thanksgiving in open ence in one of their columns, hoping covers and Wildlife Management areas. to sound the alarm about the dangers The two bird daily limit and six for the of tick bites. Courtesy photo season already has pheasant hunters Randy’s wife Mary found a tiny tick This huge buck was harvested in 2012, but we can hope he left a son or two for us. looking to Rhode Island to hunt. Grouse on her foot after time in her backyard. populations are in very bad shape local- She removed it and did not think about ly, but areas to the west of the valley it until the next day when she noticed a tick bite when he contracted a serious Lyme disease. You need to check your still hold some of the fast flying birds. a small rash in the area of the bite. infection. It started off as symptoms of family and your pets daily for ticks and Woodcock are also in bad shape locally. Twenty four hours later she noticed the flu, but got much worse with each tick bites. Do not hesitate to find anoth- Mass Fish & Wildlife needs to look at her foot had started to swell. Her leg passing day. He lost 20 pounds and had er doctor if you are not getting better their six bird annual limit of pheas- was numb and she had severe nerve numbness and pain from one joint to in a few days. If you encounter a tick ant per hunter, and make available a pain in her joints. She also had flu like another. He got so bad he could not bite be sure to get medical help as soon program that allows bird hunters to symptoms. A doctor’s visit and blood get out of bed. A specialist put him on as possible. It could save your life!!!! purchase pheasant tags allowing for the test revealed that she had showed posi- “Rocepherin” medication, which is an The Uxbridge Rod & Gun Club will taking of more birds. tive for the tick disease “anaplasmosis.” intravenous medication, and he started open their pond to fishing for members The six bird annual limit if so anti- She was put on a prescribed medication to improve but soon found himself get- this Saturday at 1 p.m.!! A large stocking quated changes need to be made soon. immediately which she took for three ting worse after the drug was stopped. of trout last week should have anglers At a time when woodcock and grouse weeks. Although she feels better, she He contacted another doctor and found catching some impressive trout. were abundant, bird hunters had a still has nerve pain & numbness in her out that he had “babesiosis” which is Our sympathy goes out to the family chance to continue hunting with their foot. similar to malaria. He never tested pos- and friends of Chris Thurlow. Chris bird dogs. Raising a bird dog to harvest A couple of weeks later Mary’s 91 year itive for Lyme disease after all of his was a long time employee of Mass. Fish six pheasant is crazy. Hunting out of old father contracted the disease “babe- testing by prior doctors. He has finally & Wildlife and advanced to the position state or at game farms is too expensive siosis” from a tick bite. He nearly died recovered from his illness after being of central district manager, which he for many bird hunters. Fortunately, a from the disease, but after time in a VA treated with numerous medications held for many years. few clubs have a game preserve license, hospital with numerous intravenous including penicillin, but Randy and This week’s picture shows a huge and they provide some great pheasant antibiotics, he seems to be getting bet- Ron wanted to tell their story about the buck harvested in 2012 locally in hunting weekly. ter. During his stay at the hospital he dangers of tick bites. Massachusetts. Hopefully he left Trout fishing anglers can fish all year suffered from internal bleeding & went Test for Lyme disease are only 50 some of his genes for future genera- long and take a daily limit of trout into cardiac arrest. Doctors are still in % accurate at best Ron stated. Recent tions. Archery season always harvests 365 days a year. Raising trout is very the dark on how to treat patients that hunting activities in local covers have some of the largest bucks that roam expensive, as is the raising of pheas- have tick bites, so the patient needs to hunters finding many ticks attached to Massachusetts forests. ant. Hopefully the Division of Fish & stay educated on what he or she needs their dogs, clothing and on their skin. Wildlife board will take up this topic at to do to survive. Be careful out there and stay alert for Take A Kid Fishing & Keep Them one of their future meetings. Ron Merley a long time member of any signs of tick bites and symptoms of Rods Bending! This writer received his copy of the the NEOWA lost a year of his life from

“Prior to this, we displayed the equipment by surrounding towns for commonly used hydrau- are a number of other EQUIPMENT had to call Spencer or and performed a jaws assistance following seri- lic in other towns, it may procedures that were continued from page 1 North Brookfield [when of life demonstration ous accidents. also be beneficial to other shown by firefighters surrounding towns to accidents requiring during their open house “This is a significant towns should the unfor- during the open house arrive with jaws of life jaws of life extractions earlier this month. investment for East tunate need arise.” demonstration. equipment. Now the occurred],” said EB fire- For town officials and Brookfield, and one that Training exercises will “We have had a lot of department is capable of fighter and EMT Tricia firefighters alike, it is will assist our EMS in continue in the coming training sessions, and it responding right away Allen. “Now we can do it important to continue response times,” said weeks to ensure that was important to make with all the tools neces- ourselves, and it will be providing first respond- Selectman Ted Boulay. responders are able to sure we were fully pre- sary for an extraction. much faster.” ers with the tools they “It also makes us less react as quickly as pos- pared,” said Allen, who Saving lives after bad The fire department need to save lives. They susceptible to some of sible in an emergency. has been a member of the accidents sometimes thanks Runyon’s Auto are appreciative to town the challenges that we One of the first priorities department since 2004. comes down to a matter Repair, of East Brookfield, meeting voters who sup- all face in response times during extractions, offi- “The goal [following an of seconds, and officials for supplying junker cars ported the allocation for and mutual aid. With the cials said, is to use jacks accident] is to work as are thrilled with their on which to practice with the equipment. With the flexibility and ease of this to stabilize a vehicle so it safely and quickly as pos- ability to increase effi- the equipment. The train- state-of-the-art gear, it battery-operated extrica- doesn’t shift during the sible.” ciency during responses. ing remains ongoing, will now likely be East tion equipment over the recovery process. There and fire officials even Brookfield getting asked www.StonebridgePress.com MassDOT for this Complete Streets GRANT grant,” Tyler added. “This project is the continued from page 1 next major step in Spencer’s sidewalk accessibility and betterment plan for Spencer to make substantial intermod- the entire community, and it is an excel- al improvements at a key downtown lent continuation of other sidewalk and Main Street and neighbor location, and accessibility improvement projects.” will provide a brand new designated These projects include the downtown WRTA bus stop and shelter.” revitalization and the recent projects The early phases of the Complete on Mechanic Street, Pleasant Street, Streets project are already underway Grant Street and Lincoln Street, among in Spencer thanks to coordination with others. But the roadway transformation National Grid Gas, which has begun gas in town certainly doesn’t stop there. upgrade projects. The actual roadway Officials will be unveiling several more and sidewalk construction is scheduled We work projects thanks to voters who approved to begin after the completion of the at town meeting the FMPC Roads town’s downtown improvement project, Project funding in 2016. which continues to reshape the heart of “We have been very successful in Spencer. getting grants, and it is important that Though it has been a hassle for res- we keep all of these projects moving idents and business owners to put up forward,” Selectman Tony Pepe said. for You!The staff of the with construction delays, they are “Steve and his staff have done a great eager to see the end result – a network Spencer New Leader job, and [former town administrator] of roads that not only facilitates effi- Adam [Gaudette] deserves a lot of credit cient transportation but also attracts works for YOU, as well.” commerce. Officials estimate that the Additional information about the the local reader, Complete Streets project will be fin- Complete Streets effort and other road ished in 2018, and they thank state lead- the local advertiser, projects is available online by visiting ers for providing integral assistance. the town’s website, www.spencerma. “We are very appreciative to the our local friends. gov, and following the homepage links. Baker-Polito Administration and We are just a call or email away. Nick Ethier Don’t miss a moment Sports Editor [email protected] (508) 909-4133

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25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Telephone (800) 367-9898 Fax (508) 764-8015 Opinion and commentary from Spencer, Leicester and the Brookfields www.StonebridgePress.com VIEWPOINT Frank G. Chilinski President and Publisher Letters to the Editor Does market Ruth DeAmicis Managing Editor Gittins: thinking of our heroes volatility To the Editor: ‘No taxation without representation’. ditorial This is a response to Eva Perron’s Fairness is a deeply American value. E letter of Oct. 13th; her letter raises That black people in America have scare you? important questions about life in our suffered from a lack of fair represen- country at this time. I want to say, tation for three centuries reveals a Halloween first, that I commend (and share) Ms. major disconnect between America’s is almost upon Financial Daylight Perron’s compassion for combat sol- idealistic values and real everyday us. Of course, diers. And, second, I’d like to offer lives in America. In our time, blacks Focus on Halloween some other ways of thinking about have been frisked and incarcerated night, you savings…end the important sub jects her letter more than other Americans; they JEFF may see a addressed: military heroes, political have been exploited in housing, been BURDICK parade of protests, and their relation to our flag. served badly in education, and (as monsters, Referring to recently-returned has been recently documented) been demons, of an era remains of MIA soldiers, of people policed much more aggressively than Transformers and other frightening she never knew, Ms. Perron says that white people. If I had to live under individuals stopping by your house, We ‘modern’ people have this strange these soldiers are heroes. I respect her these conditions of unfairness, I would exercising their right to demand candy. little glitch in our systems. It isn’t all feeling for these men, but to call people be protesting, too. When I look at the Fortunately, their appearance will that old, though that illustrious inven- ‘heroes’ publically - people whose spe- ‘take-a-knee’ demonstrations, I see be unlikely to cause you unpleasant tor and wise man Ben Franklin sug- cific deeds are unknown - undermines that the protesters are solemn, quiet, dreams. But some people seem to have gested it back in 1764, it didn’t actually the deep meaning of ‘hero’, which is respectful; belligerence or vulgarity real fears about other things – such as begin to happen until 1916. So we are tied to rare specific acts of exceptional has not appeared. Rather, the protest- what may happen in the financial mar- celebrating its 101st birthday just this bravery. This has, however, been a ers appear to be making a dignified kets. One way to keep those fears at bay year. common practice for some time, most appeal for equal justice. is to avoid certain impulsive moves, It has its naysayers and its support- notably in the news media, where Our flag and our anthem are sym- such as the following: ers, but how did we get here any way? even dogs and cats are called ‘heroes’ bols, man-made, idealized representa- Avoid ducking out of the market – Why? after they wake their owners when tions of our country. They are made Consider this: In March 2007, the Dow It started for two major reasons, farm- their homes are on fire. The actions of cloth and song, not flesh and blood Jones Industrial Average stood at about ing and the high cost of electricity. involved in such events are very dif- people, and they are not our flesh 12,275 points. Exactly two years later, in In the early days of electricity that ferent in kind from the acts of soldiers and blood military. No one has been the immediate aftermath of the finan- is, turn of the 20th century when it who, at great risk to their own lives, physically injured by those ‘taking-a- cial crisis, the Dow had fallen to about was all new and shiny and even a lit- save or try to save fellow soldiers in knee’. Instead, they are sending their 6,500 – a drop of 47% and the Dow’s tle scary, turning on the incandescent combat. In short, it is not true that country the carefully chosen, painful lowest point in 12 years. By that time, bulbs, using that mysterious unseeable everyone who puts on a military uni- message that it, our country, is not yet a lot of people had gone to the invest- force and having to pay for it besides form is a hero. I enlisted in the army fully whole. ment sidelines. So, what did they miss? was daunting. So if we could just extend two weeks after the Berlin Wall went Too often talk substitutes for action. Depending on how long they stayed out daylight a little longer we wouldn’t need up in August, 1961, and served for Consider the veterans injured in our of the market, they may have missed to use those newfangled gadgets quite so 2+ years as a forward observer in a wars, especially those who served some, or perhaps most, of one of the much…. quick-response 82nd Airborne battal- after 2001, when the politicians longest and strongest bull markets in And of course farmer could use that ion in Germany. I did my job well, but set out to conduct that war on the history, because, just eight years later, extra time too. (Well, not really, anyone a hero – no way. Truly heroic military cheap. Soldiers were not issued ade- the Dow had soared to almost 21,000, a who actually farmed and didn’t legislate actions are, by definition, occasions quate protective gear, and when they gain of 223%. Of course, investing does farming from behind a desk knew very of human honor at the highest level. were wounded (sometimes horribly) involve the risk of losing principal, and well that the animals didn’t use clocks, Almost superhuman, these acts are and seriously disabled, a corrupted there is no guarantee the market will the people would just rise in darkness very special indeed. Veterans Administration could not perform as it has in the past. However, and go out earlier.) Near the close of her letter, Ms. serve them. We should protest this it’s fair to say that if you duck out of But it looked good on paper anyway. Perron comments on the ‘take-a-knee’ unfairness. Writing letters to (or the market during its lower points, you There was some noise about factory protests now being enacted by some calling) our people in Congress, tell- might not benefit from the gains that workers too, and having some daylight black NFL players. She says these ing them they have to get actively may follow. time after a shift to be able to have some black players are being disrespect- involved in fixing this shameful VA Avoid chasing “hot” stocks – By the down time. ful to our flag, our soldiers and our situation is worth so much more than time you hear about a supposedly “hot” Some states, even when it was pro- country. This view overlooks the fact saying ‘Thank you for your service’. stock, it may already be cooling off. posed and the country divvied up on it, that our country was founded in pro- John Gittins Also, how trustworthy is the source? there were states that opted out. Indiana tests (of England’s) unfairness: our North Brookfield Does this tip come from an unbiased, never used it. You can drive between colonists rallied around the motto knowledgeable individual? If not, you Ohio and Indiana and arrive before have reason to question its value. Even you left depending on the direction you more important, though, you need to drive on a good day. Kane: self destruct in Washington ask if the hot stock is appropriate for And yes, it is horribly confusing as your needs, goals and risk tolerance. If we get closer to the day to make the To the Editor: include; not, it’s not so hot. big change back, or forward as the case Last week, as in many before, pro- Draining language of normal mean- Avoid taking on too much – or too may be. Our bodies don’t like it, our pets duced a public outburst that disrupted ing little – risk. If you feel the need to push don’t like it, all our systems just go on a key element of democracy – the abil- Ridiculing prominent leaders and your portfolio toward the maximum autopilot for about four days while we ity, with civility, to discuss important others, possible returns, you might invest too adjust (and we don’t entirely, we just civic issues. Describing news as “fake” when it aggressively and take on too much risk. keep checking our timepieces to see if Perhaps this time, the damage wors- is critical Conversely, if you are determined to we have it right yet). ened as the White House spokesper- Jeering foreign leaders and “other” avoid any amount of loss, at any time, So why do we bother? It can’t be the son described as “inappropriate” for dignitaries you might invest so conservatively that cost of electricity any longer, and even reporters to question a highly neg- Weiner goes on to say that as the your portfolio won’t grow enough to if we were to blame it on some agrarian ative and untrue comment made by President’s abusive language violates help you achieve your long-term goals. need, which it never was, we have fewer an important pubic servant, a for- the democratic custom of using lan- You need to strike a balance between farmers today than ever. And they have mer general and current White House guage with dignity and correctness, it risk and reward that is appropriate for access to good night lighting too, if they Chief of Staff. becomes a destructive tendency both you, and you need to make investment need it. An Assumption College instruc- for himself and our country. choices suitable for your individual It’s time to ditch the whole thing and tor, Greg Weiner’s expertise includes He later invokes the father of mod- risk tolerance. leave the clocks alone. Pick a time, and Conservatism and American Politics. ern conservatism, Edmund Burke, Avoid owning too many of the same leave them there. All year. All the time. Two weeks ago, the New York Times who describes custom as “the collect- investments – If you own a lot of one No back and forth. The daylight actual- published his thoughts on “democrat- ed reason of ages”. particular financial asset and a market ly stays the same you know, you haven’t ic customs” - The President’s Self- In closing, Weiner writes, “The downturn affects that asset class strong- really added anything to the day at all. Destructive Disruption. president’s daily…abuse of language ly, your portfolio could suffer. But if you If you truly want more daylight for a In it he says, “Customs are the punc- is…deeply problematic for a republic spread your investment dollars among longer period of time, get up earlier in tuation marks of republican politics, that conducts its business with words domestic and international stocks, the morning. the silent guides we follow without and cannot do so if their meanings are bonds, U.S. Treasury securities, certif- There is a saying attributed to some pausing to consider their authority. matters of mere convenience…[His] icates of deposit (CDs) and so on, you Native American tribe or another that They operate in a space that is diffi- rejection of the authority of custom may not be as susceptible to a down- says only the white man could cut the cult for formal rules to codify. That is more dangerous than we realize turn, because different types of invest- end off a blanket, sew it on the other end the [P]resident…speaks with caution because, without custom, there is no ments often perform differently at any and swear he may the blanket longer… and dignity…and that to the extent laws.” given time. (Keep in mind, though, that reasonable politics permit, he speaks We and our country live in danger- while diversification can help reduce truthfully – these are customs, not ous times. the effects of market volatility, it can’t Banthin: what law.’ Kevin Kane guarantee profits or protect against all Paraphrasing, he sees the President Spencer losses.) as doing the opposite of this. Examples No matter what you do, you can’t take happened to lights? all the uncertainty out of investing. But by understanding market volatility and To the Editor: Reid: the backstory makes a difference the composition of your portfolio, you I am writing about the town of North can invest with more confidence.

Brookfield. Colin Kaepernick, a possible but Reno has a population that is less than Last night I went to get a gallon of This article was written by Edward unlikely future Hall of Fame quarter- 3% African American. He was draft- Jones for use by your local Edward milk at Cumberland Farms on Main back, appointed himself the champion ed by the San Francisco 49ers. San Street around 7 p.m. From Hannafords Jones Financial Advisor. Please contact of the racially oppressed. He must Fran has a population just over 6% Jeff Burdick, your local Edward Jones supermarket to the car wash about all of have based this on his life experienc- African American. Something tells 1/2 mile, a good deal of the street lights Advisor in Sturbridge at 508-347-1420 es, or did he. He was born to a single, me his life story will not be entitled or [email protected] have been turned off. There are several white, teenage Mother who was aban- “Tales From The Hood.” crosswalks in that area also a senior doned by his black father prior to his citizen housing development. It was so birth. Unable to raise him, his Mother Professional football players may dark and with oncoming traffic I had a gave him up for adoption to a wealthy have the right to protest, although hard time making out anything in the white family. At the age of four, his that may be debatable. However, they road. I know the town is crying about adopted family moved from Wisconsin do not have the right to be employed the budget, but if you are going to shut to Turlock, CA which was less than and that is not debatable. He now says DON’T MISS A BEAT down street lights why are you doing it 1% African American. He attended a that he would stand if given another on the busiest part of town? privileged high school that was given chanced to play in the NFL. Not what What will it take to get them turned the California Distinguished School I consider a “Profile in Courage.” back on? Does somebody have to get Award the year after he graduated. CHECK OUT THE hit trying to cross the road? A good He was an A student and excelled in James Reid deal of this town is turning into solar three sports. He chose to play football Spencer fields with more to come. Don’t tell me at the University of Nevada, Reno. we cannot afford to keep our residents SPORTS ACTION! safe in the middle of town. The clocks are changing soon so we will be dealing with that also. OK that is the end of my rant. I hope other residents are of the same opinion. www.StonebridgePress.com Robert Banthin North Brookfield Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­9

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EAST BROOKFIELD – The annual Harvest Fair at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church brought a packed crowd eager to find Halloween crafts or get started on the Christmas shop- ping season. Dozens of vendors attended the event, and a specialized crafts table was set up to assist church programs. The event also saw several raffle prizes donated by generous individu- als and organizations, as well as support from local Scouting groups.

Kevin Flanders photos. From left, Betty Flory, Kathy Bokis, and Gwen Bugbee keep guests happy by providing lunches. Lilly Meyerdierks, age 3, of East Brookfield, gets a lift from her moth- er, Amanda Meyerdierks.

Avacyn Woods, age 4, of West Brookfield, is all smiles. Maria Rasys, of North Brookfield, spends the day with her 4-year-old daughter Emma.

Louise Meyerdierks, of Spencer, spends a little crafting time with her granddaughter, Aubrey Messier, of East Brookfield.

From left, Lucas Matecucci, age 6, William Lambert, age 12, and It’s never too early to get started on Christmas shopping, as demon- Judy Lochner, of Spencer, sells an array of her James Lambert, age 9, show off their Scouting pride. strated by Nancy Dedian, of East Brookfield. specialized soaps and other products.

PARK doable. The park commissioners are Additional information about the orga- putting their best foot forward to try to FOOD PANTRY nization can be found at www.hearts- continued from page 1 continued from page 1 promote it.” forheat.org. The park once boasted a kids’ sum- tive over the last two decades. And fans “It’s going to be getting cold very soon, and people always need assistance items in future years. mer adventure program with swim- like Gemme have been riveted by every for heat and food during this time of For officials and residents alike, it has ming lessons, arts and crafts, and moment aboard the roller coaster that year,” Cooney added. been frustrating to see the park closed other activities. In the absence of a is Boston-area sports fandom. Supporters were also able to check out for so long. Operating without an annu- Parks and Recreation budget, the Lake Of course, fans were also thrilled to the food pantry’s Déjà New shop locat- al budget for four years, the Parks and Whittemore Association has covered have an opportunity to support local ed at the church, where the Lombardi Recreation Committee relies on com- the costs of maintaining the lake during seniors and families in need by making Trophy replica was on display. The munity donations and fundraisers like the park’s closure. This year, the town donations. Proceeds from the Oct. 15 shop works by offering spaces to local the town-wide yard sale last month. But has acquired the funds to assist with fundraiser will not only benefit the food vendors, whose rental fees serve as yet in order to pay for all of the renovations these costs. pantry, but also Hearts for Heat, Inc. another means of augmenting the food and additions, significant assistance Meanwhile, members of the Parks “It means a lot to see so many people pantry’s annual donations. The shop will be needed from the town. and Recreation Committee thank resi- coming out to support us,” said food includes pieces from artists, antiques, “We have a great natural resource dents for their continued support. They pantry director Cheryl Cooney. “We photographs, and several vendors with here, but it isn’t open. We have to uti- are hoping the town will not only keep are entering our busy season, and it is fascinating offerings at competitive lize these kinds of amenities,” said reaching out to property owners, but so important to have that support from prices. Selectman Warren Monette. “There is also contact renters as well and let the community.” “It has been going great,” Cooney a lot of work ahead of us, but it is all them know about the opportunity to Featuring chapters in Leicester, assist recreation in town. Spencer, North Brookfield, and said of the shop. “We have a lot of Princeton, Hearts for Heat is an orga- great Halloween offerings right now, nization dedicated to providing win- and pretty soon we will be getting ready ter heating fuels to families in need. for the holiday season.” Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­11 Home FallThis section reaches 47,000 households in 7 Massachusetts newspapers. Call Jean at 508-764-4325 or email [email protected] for more information Auto Building & Remodeling Oil & Propane Plows & Spreaders Power Washing &EXTERIOR HOUSE & Pioneer Valley The Best Built, SOFT ROOF WASHING Oil & Propane REMOVES HARMFUL: Best Backed Plows Mildew • Moss • Algae • Oxidation • Dirt & Pollutants FROM: ¢ per in the Industry. Vinyl • Aluminum • Wood • Brick • Painted • Stained Specializing in Over 38 Years Experience gallon GREAT FOR: Before Paint Prep 24 hour emergency service available 15 Off Meyer Diamond Edge Snowplows are Cedar Restoration • Decks • Patios Roofs, Decks & Siding Fully licensed & insured in MA & CT With coupon. Exp 11/2/17 built ROC solid. It’s a series of detailed Stairs & Walkways • Foundations Serving Charlton, Southbridge, Brimfield, things only we do to make our plows more •New Homes •Cellar Conversions Sturbridge, Auburn, Oxford, Dudley, Webster, HI-TECH MOBILE WASH rugged and reliable. Diamond Edge Plows ~ Est. 1987 ~ •Custom Kitchens •Garages Spencer, Leicester, & the Brookfields will move more snow in less time. They’re 100% Satisfaction 10% Senior •Custom Bathrooms •Additions Order online the tallest and most aggressive bottom-trip Citizen Guaranteed or you •Attic Conversions •Windows •Doors Pioneervalleyoil.com Discount owe nothing! plows available. PLEASE CALL Construction Supervisor 43 Rice Corner Rd | Brookfield,MA 1.866.883.HEAT (4328) 1-800-696-4913 • 508-248-4638 #105167 Great Deals for more information or for a free estimate Home Improvement Contractor #0630116 508-320-2593 Westfield, MA 413.568.4443 available on Meyers www.hitechmobilewash.com steel & stainless steel spreaders Roofing Snow & Ice Control Tree Service

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with it.” After a few offside calls were whistled against them, the Wolverines started to catch on and were able to adjust in order to get their senior co-captain Daniel Griffiths space with the possession of the ball. Sophomore Isai Monteroso-Paz stole the ball from a Prouty defender and raced down the left sideline and rocketed a pass toward the middle of the field that hit Griffiths in stride and the senior forward was able to take a direct a shot past Prouty keeper Evans Soter for an early 1-0 lead. On Senior Night, David Prouty wasn’t going away easy, playing tough, phys- ical defense that made it hard for the speedy Wolverine offense to implement their game plan. “We played pretty well, we got off to a slow start in the first half, but Prouty was so tough and fired up, which led to a very physical game so that evens the playing field quite a bit,” expressed Cleveland. With his back turned to David Prouty defender Kaden Wells, Daniel Griffiths of Leicester pre- With under two minutes left in the pares to make a move to get around him. Mathew S. Plamondon photos first half, the Panthers continued their David Prouty’s Alex Skov, left, battles with scrappy type of play, which forced a few Leicester’s Koran Harris for the air-bound good opportunities in the Wolverines’ ball. defensive zone until they were able to get a free kick about 25 yards out that was successfully connected on by junior Alex Slov to tie the game at 1-1 going into halftime. Leicester played shutdown defense the rest of the way, limiting Prouty to very few offensive opportunities and overall no more goals in the second half. “I challenged them to not allow Prouty to score at all this game and they ended up getting a goal and my guys really took that personally and picked it up in the second half,” Cleveland explained. Turning defense into offense, the Wolverines continued their aggressive approach with downfield plays in the second half. Leicester earned a corner kick, which was a line drive coming into the offensive box from the right Leicester’s Devon Fling uses an elevated side of the field, and senior co-captain right foot to help settle the ball down to the David Herbst flew into the box connect- ground. ing with the ball in the air for a one-tim- er that bulleted past a diving Soter into BY DEAN P. ST. LAURENT the net to give the Wolverines a 2-1 lead. SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Leicester was able to secure the victo- SPENCER — Propelled by two second ry late in the half with their third goal half goals, the Leicester High boys’ var- when Griffiths got behind the Prouty sity soccer team inched closer to punch- defense and capitalized on a one-on-one ing their ticket into the district tour- chance with Soter. nament — which they did in their fol- Despite the loss, Prouty’s effort was lowing game versus Southbridge High not something that could be questioned Keeper Evans Soter of David Prouty grabs the ball out of the air for a save versus Leicester. — with a hard fought 3-1 victory over throughout the duration of game as well David Prouty Regional on Wednesday, as the season as a whole. Oct. 18. “We played excellent, last year we Right from the start it was clear what only had three wins and we have the game plan was for the Wolverines. already doubled our wins this year with They wanted to send the ball down the six with two very winnable games left,” field and use their speed to beat Prouty head coach Jed Prouty expressed. “The defenders in a foot race. And although kids are playing some very good soccer, the Panthers performed a great off- but unfortunately we lost to a stronger side-trap throughout, Leicester didn’t team tonight, which caused us to play a veer off their original game plan. different brand of soccer and they came “Prouty has a really good offside-trap out with the win. We have come a long and we knew that they would be up for way this season and they are only going this game,” explained Leicester head up from here.” coach Reed Cleveland. “We knew it was Jed Prouty was proud of the way his going to be tough, they kept catching team employed its defensive trap. us in that offside-trap and they have a “We man-marked Koran Harris really good defensive line, so we had to because we knew he was quick, but counter it with some well placed balls we weren’t able to man-mark Danny and a lot of speed. That was our plan [Griffiths], but as you saw the off- coming into the game and we stuck side-trap was a killer so we tried to uti- lize that. We actually were able to keep Danny at bay until the very end of the game,” Prouty explained. Prouty also had plenty of kind words to say about Soter, who has filled in admirably at keeper after the Panthers ATHLETE lost their starter a few weeks ago. of “I can’t say enough about Evans the Soter, we lost our starting goal-keeper WEEK midway through the season and Evans stepped back and filled the position. The kid is just a class act and can David Prouty’s Jeff Skov intercepts a pass intended for Leicester’s David Herbst. Daniel Griffiths play anywhere on the field,” expressed Prouty. The Leicester High senior co-cap- tain scored two goals en route to the Wolverines’ 3-1 boys’ varsity soccer win versus David Prouty Regional on Wednesday, Oct. 18. Leicester won again on Friday, Oct. 20 — this High School Notebook time versus Southbridge High — to punch their ticket into the Central Oct. 16 the Panthers’ golf team lost to the team emerged victorious as the Mass. Division 4 sectional tourna- Tantasqua 154, Grafton 158 — The Spartans. But Prouty’s Colin Nosek girls improved to 8-3. That record ment. Warriors finished off their regular shot a 46 to earn medalist honors is Leicester’s best in school history season golf schedule with a four- for the 11th time this season. Nick for cross-country. Emily Moughan Athlete of the Week is sponsored by: stroke victory over the Indians. Haynes (56), Colin Dube (56) and (second place), Ellie Hills (third), Tantasqua’s Ryan Slade was medalist Ashton Valley (59) were the other Abby Bernabei (fourth), Paiten Bulak at Hemlock Ridge, carding a 1-over scoring Panthers, who finished 4-14. (fifth), Molly Ledbetter (seventh), par 37. Other contributing Warriors Tantasqua 8, Bartlett 0 — Meghan Lianna Jennings (eighth) and Emily SPENCER included Noah Berthiaume (38), Meserole scored three goals and added Fontaine (10th) all had top-10 finishes. Michael Sosik (38) and Michael Lucas two assists in the Warriors’ offen- Wolverines also win boys’ (41). Tantasqua secured the Southern sive onslaught versus the Indians in cross-country meet — Leicester 764 Main Street Worcester County League title and girls’ varsity soccer action. Amber defeated the Cougars to finish 4-7, finished 16-4. Almeida added a pair of goals, while which matched their 2016 record. (Rte. 67) Warren, MA Bartlett 1, Tantasqua 0 — In boys’ Melissa Izzio, Lauren Moloney and Top-10 recordings were had by Ryan varsity soccer action, the Indians Maddi Varney also scored, Varney’s Butler (second place), Vinny Aubin 413.436.7721 held on to defeat the Warriors. Jacob being the first of her varsity career. (fourth), Connor Friend (fifth), Jared www.spencerchrysler.com Vosburg scored the goal, while Joey Oct. 18 Whitla (sixth), Matt Berube (seventh), Anderson chipped in with the assist. Leicester 21, Quaboag 39 — At Adam Labombard (eighth), Tim St. Uxbridge 203, David Prouty 217 — the Cougars’ three-mile course, John (ninth) and Kyle Stapel (10th). new used sales service In their final match of the season, the Wolverines’ cross-country Mon-Thurs • 8:00-8:00 • •Fri. 8:00-6:00 • Sat: 9:00-4:00 Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­13 SPORTS Seniors score on Senior Night to boost Bay Path into district tournament

chance to score on their special night. “Our main focus tonight was to get everyone involved who hasn’t gotten the chance to be involved this year,” explained Legere. “Getting all the seniors to score on Senior Night was talked about and all the seniors don’t all play on the field and they don’t all play forward, so mixing up and putting them at different positions on the field to give them a chance to score was something that they won’t forget.” Senior defender Caitlyn Churchy was able to play some forward in the game and picked up a one-on-one oppor- tunity with Ospina. Churchy converted, rocketing a shot in the net for the last goal before the end of the first half. Seniors Jillian Lier and Kendra Alicea both scored in the second half Mathew S. Plamondon photos to secure every senior getting a goal. Bay Path’s Lillian Berry fights for possession of the ball at midfield with The whole team was excit- Kyleigh Sutherland of Bay Path clears the ball before it bounces out of an opponent from South. ed that they were able to earn bounds. a spot in districts with a few games remaining, and it gives BY DEAN P. ST. LAURENT involved and make the experi- SPORTS CORRESPONDENT the Minutemen a chance to ence as memorable as possible work out the kinks in order to CHARLTON — On Senior for the group of four senior make solid postseason run. Night, the Bay Path girls’ var- Minutemen players. “It feels good, we all worked sity soccer team was able to It wasn’t long until Bay hard and I am happy with my clinch a spot in the upcoming Path’s offense was able to pass team for giving it their all Central Mass. Division 3 dis- through the Colonels when the today,” Alicea excitedly said. trict tournament with a 5-0 win ball reached the feet of senior “We have to work together, over Worcester’s South High Leilany Cintron inside the box, talk and put our heads in the under the lights at George L. where she perfectly placed a game and if we do that we defi- Fowler Memorial Field on shot toward the right side of nitely got it.” Tuesday, Oct. 17. the net and past South keep- Legere is extremely happy “I think that we are very er AnaMaria Ospina. A few for her team, but with a few excited because last year we moments later junior forward games before districts she waited until last minute to Nekelle Waskiewicz was able will emphasize a few things to clinch our spot in districts, and to give the Minutemen a quick make sure her team is ready this year we did it with a few 2-0 lead when her shot hit the for the playoffs. games left, which gives us a upper right 90, just out of reach “We have to work on our chance to work on some things of Ospina. defense, spreading the field, before we enter districts,” Throughout the rest of the passing with good give-and- expressed head coach Tammy game, the Minutemen were goes and overall just staying Legere. able to get everyone into play, focused,” Legere concluded. From the start of the game which allowed for the seniors it was obvious that the game to play in the field and out of Bay Path’s Kendra Alicea dribbles toward a South defender on her pursuit plan was to get everyone position, which gave them all a to the Colonels’ net. A ‘banner year’ for Minutemen on the golf course

BY NICK ETHIER ed. Bay Path totaled 307 strokes, win- “There’s another element of coaching them off at the golf course and they’d SPORTS STAFF WRITER ning the event by an impressive 13 the kids and getting them ready for a just play. We built off of that and this The Bay Path Regional varsity golf shots. game. When you’re undefeated, I’m not year has been absolutely outstanding.” team has been “up and coming” in “I know there’s a lot of competition used to that,” he explained. “We had The Minutemen are next set to com- recent years, according to head coach out there, even just in the Voke schools to keep them grounded. They stayed pete in the Central Mass. Division 2 Dan Vigeant. The Minutemen enjoyed that we play, and now we’re talking focused and stayed on their game.” district tournament, which is back at seasons of 10-4 in 2015 and 12-2 last fall, about state-wide competition. I never, The Minutemen’s four best totaled Gardner Municipal on Tuesday, Oct. but they really rose to prominence this ever thought that we’d pull this down,” 319 strokes to win again running away. 24 — after press time. year. said Vigeant. “It surprised me a lot that Ryan Vigeant was third overall with a “Normally we play at Highfields in Vigeant, now in his ninth season we came in first place, especially by score of 7-over par 78, while Bombard Grafton, but for some reason there coaching the team, believes that Bay such a large margin.” was fourth with a 79, and Sterczala and was a change and we got moved out to Path’s perfect 14-0 season is the first Jon Sterczala paced the Minutemen Duval sixth with matching 81’s. Junior Gardner. I don’t know everybody else’s time it has occurred in school histo- by winning medalist honors. The senior Colin Allain also competed and shot a record, but we should do pretty well,” ry. The Minutemen defeated each of shot an even-par 72, while senior Keith 91. Junior Nate Lussier is the team’s Dan Vigeant said of now playing there the Colonial Athletic League schools — Duval took third place with a 76, Ben sixth golfer and regularly contributed a third time this fall. Blackstone Valley Tech, the Advanced Lombard placed fourth with a 79 and to the team’s success during the course And should Bay Path play well, either Math and Science Academy, Worcester Ryan Vigeant — Coach Vigean’s son — of the season. an individual or the entire team could Tech, Assabet Valley, Keefe Tech, took fifth place with an 80. Dan Vigeant knew that Bay Path advance to the Division 2 state cham- Nashoba Tech and Monty Tech — twice. “I’ve just got the dream team over could be a strong team ever since Ryan, pionship, to be played at Highfields on “We had a banner year,” expressed here,” said Dan Vigeant of the team’s his son, and Bombard — both junior Tuesday, Oct. 31. Vigeant via telephone on Oct. 20. massive accomplishment. co-captains — began golfing seriously “It would be the icing on the cake,” The winning didn’t end there for Then, on Oct. 19, Bay Path competed in middle school. concluded Dan Vigeant. Bay Path, though. Back on Oct. 4 the in the Colonial Athletic League cham- “They both absolutely love golf,” Dan Minutemen took part in the 24-school pionship at Gardner Municipal Golf Vigeant said of the two. “Even in sixth, State Vocational Championship at Course. Dan Vigeant made sure that his seventh and eighth grade we’d drop Acushnet River Valley Golf Course. team didn’t enter the competition with Each team sent five golfers onto the a cocky attitude after beating each team links and the four lowest scores count- twice during regular season play.

Courtesy photo The Bay Path Regional varsity golf team has enjoyed an undefeated regular season, a Colonial Athletic League championship and a State Vocational championship. The team includes, from left, Ryan Vigeant, Ben Bombard, Coach Dan Vigeant, Keith Duval, Jon Sterczala and Colin Allain. Nate Lussier is absent from the photo. 14 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 27, 2017 SPORTS Leicester football powers past Cougars; undefeated Oxford is next

BY KEN POWERS better than I expected them to be.” from 45 yards out. one I’ve ever had.” SPORTS CORRESPONDENT The Wolverines led, 14-0, after the On the first drive of the third quar- For Griffiths and the Wolverines — A.J. Brown scored a pair of touch- first quarter and 28-0 at halftime. ter Padeni, from his own 35-yard line, shortly after the win over the Cougars downs and Kyle Padeni again rushed Brown, a senior, gave Leicester a broke through the Quaboag defense, was official — the focus shifted to unde- for more than 100 yards as the Leicester 6-0 lead early in the game, scampering cut to the outside and didn’t stop run- feated Oxford, a team chasing Leicester High varsity football team continued its into the end zone from four yards out. ning until he was in the end zone. The in the Division 7 power rankings. march to the Central Mass. Division 7 Sophomore Nolan Power then booted 65-yard touchdown run, and Power’s “We’re excited about Friday’s game; playoffs, making quick work of visiting the first of his five extra points on the extra point that followed, put Leicester an undefeated team coming to our place Quaboag Regional, 35-0, on Oct. 20 at night to push the Wolverines’ lead to ahead, 35-0, and closed out the scoring. with the leading rusher in Central Leicester High. 7-0. Padeni, a senior, finished the game Mass., and the leading scorer in Central With the win the Wolverines After a Quaboag drive stalled deep with 144 yards on eight carries. So far Mass., and the winner wins the league,” improved to 5-2 and strengthened their in its own territory, the Cougars were this season the shifty speedster has car- Griffiths said. “Plus, we need to win to hold on the No. 2 playoff spot in the divi- forced to punt. On that punt Leicester ried the ball 68 times, gaining 791 yards host a playoff game. There is a lot to sion behind 7-0 Blackstone Valley Tech. increased its lead to 14-0 when sopho- and scoring a dozen touchdowns. In play for this week.” Leicester will close out its regular sea- more Jack O’Neill took the kick back 50 the last three games — versus Auburn To win, however — as Griffiths allud- son schedule by hosting 7-0 Oxford High yards for the score. High, Millbury High and Quaboag ed to — the Wolverines will need to stop at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27. The Cougars Sophomore Dan Mero, the Wolverines’ — Padeni has rushed for 631 yards Pirates’ running back Niko Murray. dropped to 0-7 with the loss. starting quarterback, opened the sec- and nine touchdowns on 31 carries, a The junior has rushed for 1,435 yards “We got out of there with a win and ond quarter for Leicester by hitting per-carry average of 20.35 yards. and 24 touchdowns — both Central without any injuries,” Leicester head senior Billy Roberts with a 54-yard scor- “Kyle has simply taken his game to Mass. bests — on 92 carries. His 26 total coach Tim Griffiths said via telephone ing strike to push the Wolverines’ lead another level the last three weeks,” touchdowns are tops in the area, too. on Sunday, Oct. 22. “We were lacklus- to 21-0. Griffiths said. “Part of it is that our “I call him Niko Padeni,” Griffiths ter, but it was one of those games where Brown then closed out the first assistant coaches made a couple adjust- said of Murray. “That’s how I look at you knew what was going to happen. half scoring just before time expired, ments on the offensive line and now him. He’s capable of ripping off 80-yard We stayed pretty basic; we ran out of extending the Leicester lead to 28-0 at the holes are there. If we can create a touchdown runs on any play they call two formations and we ran three or four intermission by scooping up a Cougars’ crease, Kyle is gone; nobody can catch for him. So, that’s what we have to con- different plays. That said, Quaboag was fumble and taking it into the end zone him. He’s that fast. He’s as good as any- tend with.” Rams put together complete game to take down Tantasqua

Mathew S. Plamondon photos Tantasqua’s Sam Cudgma is able to tackle Northbridge’s Dan Plante down to the ground.

BY DEAN P. ST. LAURENT used a steady mix of short played a very tough schedule SPORTS CORRESPONDENT passes and inside zone runs and looked good on film, so I NORTHBRIDGE — A until they capped the drive was very happy with how we Jack Dalton of Tantasqua catches a two-handed pass thrown his way. strong offensive first half per- with a 7-yard touchdown run responded on both sides of the formance and a spectacular by Cullen MacNeil that gave ball,” expressed LaChapelle. defensive showing helped the the Rams a 7-0 lead late in the “Our solid part of our game Northbridge High varsity foot- first quarter. has been defense all year, they ball team get back on track on “We wanted to run the ball have been really up to the task, Senior Night with a 21-0 win a little bit better and that is but offense picked up the pace.” over Tantasqua Regional on how you pass the ball well is to On the other side, the Friday night, Oct. 20 at Lasell run, you have to get them on Warriors showed great effort Field. their toes and I think we did and resilience in the second It was clear from the start of that. We came up with a couple half, holding Northbridge, who the game what the Rams’ game big passes in the first half on is now 5-2, to no points while plan was: play tough defense key downs; all my skill guys also causing a turnover. and run the ball, taking chanc- are young so I like how they “I think it was us doing our es when given the chance on responded,” explained head correct assignments, flying the offensive side. coach Ken LaChapelle. to the ball and trying to tack- The Rams first forced a punt This was the tale of the tape le,” explained head coach Jon and then drove down the field for the Rams for the rest of Hargis. “We didn’t do a great methodically during their first the game — short passes that job tackling in the first half… offensive reps. Northbridge set up a power running attack. and I think we calmed down Coming off a game last week a little bit in the second half where they didn’t score a point and played more assignment — an 8-0 setback to Auburn sound.” High, in overtime — the offen- The Warriors played great sive line was challenged and defense and gave all-out effort they rose up in a big way, throughout the game, and which benefited senior tailback although the offense stalled Dan Plante. Plante (11 carries, on a few different occasions 113 yards) scored the next two in Rams’ territory and weren’t touchdowns for Northbridge in able to capitalize with points, the first half, coming off runs a power run game was key to from 9 and 30 yards out, respec- many successful drives. This tively. power run game was sparked “He ran hard, he played great by sophomore fullback Liam on both sides of the ball, he had Gore, who helped convert on a nice complete game, but I a few crucial first downs and thought his running was very sparked life in the offense inspiring to our offensive line,” when nothing else was work- LaChapelle said of Plante. “We ing. Gore tallied 50 hard fought have been on our offensive line yards on the ground. because they have had a couple “Liam Gore ran the ball well tough games and I think that tonight, he is only a sophomore. his running complemented He has a bright future and we them very well.” are really high on him, it is Sebastion O’Leary of Tantasqua Northbridge’s defense, only his seventh varsity game rushes the ball up the field and though, has been strong all sea- playing,” expressed Hargis. leaves Northbridge defenders in son and they lived up to expec- his wake. Tantasqua quarterback Colin Eliason elevates a pass over a Northbridge tations versus Tantasqua. defender and down the field. “Tantasqua was 1-6 but have Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER ­15 SPORTS League’s best take part in SWCL golf championship

BY NICK ETHIER Tantasqua’s Terrence Baker (81). Benjamin Grniet, 85; Matt Constantine, SPORTS STAFF WRITER Grafton also won the team event, 87 LEICESTER — On Thursday, Oct. with their four best scores total- 6. Auburn High, 341 — Ryan 19, Leicester Country Club once again ing 312 strokes. Tantasqua (315) and Henderson, 77; Colun Lutz, 87; Joe hosted the Southern Worcester County Northbridge (325) followed in second Scanlon, 88; Mike DelloStritto, 89 League (SWCL) golf championship. All and third place, respectively. 7. Bartlett, 360 — Omar Mercedes, 85; 12 SWCL schools were in attendance The scoring golfers and their team Alex Hetherman, 87; Kody Petrelli, 94; and up to six golfers per team were score are to follow: Dom Palmerino, 94 allowed to compete in the 18-hole stroke 1. Grafton High, 312 — Wyatt Taylor, 8. Leicester, 380 — Seth Krueger, 92; play format. The top four lowest scores 73; Deron Breen, 76; Ty Dupuis, 81; Rob Kemp, 93; Ryan Pickett, 96; Tom counted toward the team’s total. Ryan Sullivan, 82 Steiger and Chris Porcaro, 99 Grafton High’s Wyatt Taylor wound 2. Tantasqua Regional, 315 — Michael 9. Quaboag, 392 — Jack Dorman, 88; up being the medalist after shooting Sosik, 74; Ryan Slade, 77; Terrence Cole Crosby, 99; Matt Wetnicka, 101; a 3-over par 73. Other top-10 finish- Baker, 81; Noah Berthiaume, 83 Robert Wilson, 104 ers included Tantasqua Regional’s 3. Northbridge, 325 — J.J. Cannon, 10. Uxbridge, 399 — Jack Hughes, 96; Michael Sosik (74), Grafton’s Deron 77; Ben Brodeur, 80; Robbie Cannon, 83; Joseph Bernard, 100; Katie Cullen, 100; Breen (76), Auburn High’s Ryan Nolan Lebrasseur, 85 Ben Lyons, 103 Henderson (77), Northbridge High’s 4. Millbury High, 338 — Tommy 11. David Prouty, 406 — Colin Nosek, J.J. Cannon (77), Tantasqua’s Ryan Remiszewski, 81; Jack Ezold, 83; Ryan 91; Fisher Haynes, 101; Nick Haynes, Slade (77), Northbridge’s Ben Brodeur Tarasiak, 85; Jack Remuck and Ryan 102; Adam Gibson, 112 (80), Grafton’s Ty Dupuis (81), Millbury Gagliardi, 89 12. Southbridge, 457 — Anthony High’s Tommy Remiszewski (81) and 5. Oxford High, 339 — Ryan Parr, Santos, 92; Alberto Rodriguez, 117; 83; Dan Walker, 84; Jeriyah Morris, 118; Noah Sylvi, 130

Nick Ethier photos The Southern Worcester County League golf championship was held at Leicester Country Club last Thursday, Oct. 19.

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we’re starting to play our goalie, who was defend- best soccer right now. ing the near post, and the We’ve got to get a couple ball banged off the far more people healthy, but post and went in.” I really do think we have DiMare said Schotanus a legitimate shot to make refused to be denied on the playoffs.” her second goal. Schotanus, a junior, “Kiana’s got speed; scored in the third min- that second goal was her ute of the first half and the saying, ‘I’m not quitting sixth minute of the sec- on this play; I’m going ond half to stake the Rams to fight and I’m going to to a 2-0 lead. Quaboag’s get this goal,’” DiMare Kiarra Dorman, the lead- said. “She’s not a left-foot- ing goal-scorer in Central ed shooter but she still Mass., scored her 46th of found a way to get a little the season at the 13-min- curl on that shot and get ute mark of the second it past [Quaboag goalie half to cut the Rams’ lead Rachel Westberg] and Kiarra Dorman of Quaboag displays coordination to send the down to 2-1. inside the post. And she ball down the field with her right foot as her back is turned “On the first goal I got a did it. Hey, whatever against the play. great pass in from Jackie works.” [Puda]; she gave it to me Dorman scored after in a good spot,” Schotanus Northbridge’s Sarah seven shots that hit This is a team we should said. “Once I got to the Barron slipped on the either the crossbar or one beat. And to not even be Mathew S. Plamondon photos ball I saw a breakaway. I turf, hurt her right hip of the posts. They also really competitive out had three quality scoring there is extremely disap- Quaboag’s Eve Troy tries to hold off Northbridge’s Kiana was thinking I could take and lost possession of the chances off their eight pointing.” Schotanus. it in because I saw only ball in her team’s defen- two defenders in front of sive end. Dorman alert- corner kicks where open Bailey said he thought BY KEN POWERS also fighting for a post- me. I thought I could get ly picked up the loose shots ended up being the slow start might SPORTS CORRESPONDENT season berth, fell to 8-6-1 around them and get a ball, dribbled between wide of the goal. have been a result of the Westberg finished with hour-long bus ride from NORTHBRIDGE — overall and 3-6-1 in league shot off far post and that’s two Rams’ defenders 10 saves in the losing Warren to Northbridge. Kiana Schotanus scored play with the loss. exactly what I did. and snapped off a right- effort, while Price record- “It happens some- a pair of goals for the “It was a battle; two “On the second goal to-left shot that got past ed four saves. times; but it’s not accept- Northbridge High girls’ teams fighting for their I got another good lead Northbridge goalie Sally Quaboag head coach able. It’s not an excuse,” varsity soccer team, playoff lives. We still pass, this time from Ally Price, hit the far post and Chris Bailey was frus- Bailey said. “There was who took advantage have an outside shot [Boucher] along the left banged into the net. trated through the game no sense of urgency at of a lethargic effort by of getting in, but we’re sideline. I dribbled it “She managed to get by his team’s lack of a all. Obviously they didn’t Quaboag Regional, probably going to have down into the corner free and she scored on a sense of urgency. show up to play today. defeating the Cougars, to run the table,” said and then along the end great shot,” DiMare said. “The effort was pathet- I can yell as much as I 2-1, at Lasell Field on Northbridge head coach line,” Schotanus added. “There was nothing the ic today; it really was,” want, but clearly they Wednesday, Oct. 18. Stephen DiMare, whose “I wasn’t sure if I could goalie could do on that Bailey said. “We got it weren’t ready to play With the win the Rams team has games remain- get that goal because I’m shot. That was a good handed to us by Grafton a today. They were not kept their postseason ing with Grafton High, not left-footed. When I shot.” couple of weeks ago, and here mentally. And phys- hopes alive, improving to Notre Dame Academy took the shot, with my Northbridge had sev- not that that’s acceptable, ically they weren’t much 5-7-2 overall and 5-6-2 in and Blackstone Valley left foot, I tried to hook eral other quality scor- but Grafton is a much better.” the Southern Worcester Tech. “I think we can run it as much as I could and ing chances in the game. better team than we are. County League. Quaboag, the table, though, because it just curved in past the The Rams finished with Spencer’s Gillis selected to participate in national All-American Bowl

While attending an tivities taking place this American tilt. Haden, Dez Bryant and Offense-Defense Football December in New Orleans. The Offense-Defense many others before they Camp this summer, It is Gillis’ third straight All-American Bowl is the were collegiate and later Spencer’s Devon Gillis, year being selected to take culmination of a weeklong professional stars. 16, was named an Offense- part in the prestigious worth of events. The 12th Offense-Defense Sports Defense All-American and event. annual All-American game has been running full-con- invited to participate in Gillis, a fullback and mid- is just one of many things tact football instructional the 12th annual Offense- dle lineman for Leicester that this week encom- camps for the past 48 years Defense Bowl Week fes- High, was selected for this passes. Also included is and currently operates in honor from an outstand- an All-Star football game approximately 80 camp ing group of thousands of showcasing 88 of the top locations nationwide all athletes across the country high school seniors in the year long. If you are inter- Courtesy photo and played well represent- country, and has featured ested in a camp location Spencer’s Devon Gillis, 16, will ing Spencer, easily vali- current NFL pros such as near you or for more infor- be participating in the 12th annu- dating the Bowl Selection Heisman Trophy winners mation, please visit O-D. al Offense-Defense All-American Committee’s choice in Lamar Jackson and Cam com. Bowl. tabbing Devon for the All- Newton, as well as Joe

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hospital. p.m.: disturbance (Lloyd Dyer Drive), Spencer Road), report taken; 5:34 p.m.: Leicester Police TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 services rendered; 6:12 p.m.: animal larceny/theft (Roberta Bay) X-Box miss- 12:16 a.m.: unwanted party (Main complaint (Grove Street), girls spray- ing; 6:18 p.m.: DPW call (North Street), Street), services rendered; 4:11 a.m.: ani- ing dog w/hose; 6:47 p.m.: lost/found wires down; 6:25 p.m.: animal complaint Department mal complaint (Green Street), services (W. Main Street), cell phone found; (Adams Street), dog barking; 7:20 p.m.: rendered; 5:35 a.m.: suspicious person 7:16 p.m.: property released (W. Main disabled mv (Maple Street), assisted; Editor’s Note: The information con- (Main Street), transported to hospi- Street), phone returned; 9:37 p.m.: med- 7:56 p.m.: suspicious activity (Adams tained in this police log was obtained tal; 7:24 a.m.: warrant service arrest ical/general (Lakeshore Drive); 10:19 Street), ex at residence; 8;18 p.m.: intel- through public documents kept by the (Huntoon Memorial Highway), unable p.m.: medical general (Valley View ligence/criminal (W. Main Street), ser- police department, and is considered to to serve; 7:51 a.m.: vandalism (Redfield Drive); 11:20 p.m.: suspicious activity vices rendered; 9:51 p.m. officer wanted be the account of the police. All subjects Road), report taken; 8:06 a.m.: mv stop (Pleasant Street), services rendered. (W. Man Stret) spoken to; 10:48: distur- are considered innocent until proven (Paxton Street), citation issued; 8:39 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 bance (Chestnut Street), spoken to. guilty in a court of law. a.m.: suspicious activity (Pine Street), 1:30 a.m.: prisoner bailed/released (W. Police agencies can no longer print dispersed gathering; 9:08 a.m.: ambu- Main Street); 2:19-2:47 a.m.: buildings WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 the names of people who are arrested or lance (Paxton Street), transported; 9:38 checked, secure; 3:07 a.m.: medical/gen- 12:06-12:56 a.m.: buildings checked, charged with domestic assault related a.m.: investigation (Redfield Road), ser- eral (Howe Village); 6:46 a.m.: prisoner secure; 1:24 a.m.: medical/general (Main charges. The new law is designed to vices rendered; 9:43 a.m.: assist citi- bailed/released (W. Main Street); 9:42 Street); 3:08 a.m.: mv repossession (Main protect victims, so they are not re-vic- zen (Main Street); 9:56 a.m.: ambulance a.m.: juvenile matter (Main Street), ser- Street), Hyundai Sonata; 5:15 a.m.: offi- timized through indirect identification. (Washburn Square), transported; 10:10 vices rendered; 9:50 a.m.: medical/gen- cer wanted (W. Main Street), traffic a.m.: assist other PD (S. Main Street), eral (Wall Street); 10:34 a.m.: summons hazard; 5:49 a.m.: officer wanted (Howe services rendered; 11:55 a.m.: mv stop service (N. Spencer Road); 10:38 p.m.: Village), items missing; 9:31 a.m.: mv THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 (S. Main Street), verbal warning; 12:04 officer wanted (N. Brookfield Road), stop (Howe Road); 10:00 a.m.: medical/ 1:25 a.m.: officer wanted (Woodland p.m.: investigation (Charlton Street), target shooting; 11:04 a.m.: suspicious general (G.H. Wilson Road); 10:18 a.m.: Road), Brenda C. Benoit, 54, 41 services rendered; 12:34 p.m.: ambu- activity (Main Street), male dragging officer wanted (W. Main Street), LTC Woodland Road, Cherry Valley, MA, lance (Bunker Hill Road), transported; dog down street; 12:06 p.m.: larceny/ change of address; 10:58 a.m.: suspicious threat to commit a crime, assault w/ 12:50 p.m.: ambulance (Main Street), shoplifting (Main Street), stolen razors; activity (Valley Street), people in back dangerous weapon, disorderly conduct, transported; 12:53 p.m.: investigation 12:43 p.m.: suspicious activity (Main yard; 11:05 a.m.: DPW call (Greenville arrest; 7:34 a.m.: mv stop (Colonial (Southbridge Road), services rendered; Street), services rendered; 12:48 p.m.: Street), wires hanging low; 11:18 a.m.: Drive), citation issued; 1:53 p.m.: ambu- 12:58 p.m.: welfare check (Craig Street), accident (Main Street), minor; 1:01 209A service (W. Main Street); 12:40 lance (Cemetery Road), transported; services rendered; 1:11 p.m.: investi- p.m.: officer wanted (Wall Street), p.m.: medical/general (W. Main Street); 2:44 p.m.: ambulance (Henshaw Street), gation (Madison Street), services ren- spoken to; 1:08 p.m.: medical/general 1:40 p.m.: mv lockout (W. Main Street), services rendered; 3:31 p.m.: mv stop dered; 1:20 p.m.: investigation (Madison (Main Street); 1:15 p.m.: citizen com- services rendered; 2:01 p.m.: 911 call (W. (S. Main Street), written warning; 3:57 Street), services rendered; 1:38 p.m.: plaint (Charlton Road), spoken to; 1:15 Main Street), accidental; 2:23 p.m.: lost/ p.m.: parking complaint (Marshall animal complaint (Siani Road), services p.m.: animal complaint (Valley Street), found (W. Main Street), glasses; 3:25 Street), services rendered; 5:20 p.m.: rendered; 3:41 p.m.: threats (Hemlock goats loose; 1:50 p.m.: animal complaint p.m.: suspicious activity (Valley Street), mv stop (Main Street), written warn- Street), spoken to; 4:04 p.m.: ambulance (W. Main Street), loose dogs; 1:51 p.m.: female took shirt off; 3:50 p.m.: juvenile ing; 9:33 p.m.: residential alarm (South (Main Street), transported; 4:07 p.m.: officer wanted (Wilson Street), spoken matter (W. Main Street), services ren- Street), services rendered; 10:23 p.m.: b&e (Burncoat Street), report taken; to; 2:20 p.m.: medical/general (Howe dered; 3:52 p.m.: accident (Main Street), animal complaint (Main Street), ser- 4:22 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street), writ- Village); 4:51 p.m.: juvenile matter report taken; 4:50 p.m.: mutual aid (W. vices rendered; 11:22 p.m.: suspicious ten warning; 4:33 p.m.: investigation (S. (Meadow Road), services rendered; 5:04 Main Street), Leicester structure fire; mv (Whittemore Street), services ren- Main Street), report taken; 5:14 p.m.: mv p.m.: animal complaint (Main Street), 5:26 p.m.: juvenile matter (Main Street), dered. stop (Main Street) written warning; 5:39 kids dragging/beating dog; 5:13 p.m.: possible runaway; 7:34 p.m.: mv stop FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 p.m.: threats (Rawson Street), report property check request (R. Jones Road), (Olde Main Street), camper; 8:32 p.m.: 12:50 a.m.: welfare check (Stafford taken; 7:08 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street), spoken to; 6:13 p.m.: officer wanted officer wanted (Valley Street), landlord Street), services rendered; 8:44 a.m.: written warning; 8:07 p.m.: investiga- (Tom Casey Road), welfare check; 6:22 dispute; 9:58 p.m.: mv complaint (Route welfare check (Main Street), services tion (Burncoat Lane), services ren- p.m.: disturbance (Wall Street), spoken 49), erratic operation; 10:19 p.m.: suspi- rendered; 10:30 a.m.: disturbance dered; 8:21 p.m.: investigation (Fairview to; 7:02 p.m.: mv complaint (N. Spencer cious activity (W. Main Street), male on (Soojians Drive), services rendered; Drive), services rendered; 11:50 p.m.: Road), erratic operation; 8:30 p.m.: mv property; 11:29 p.m.: disturbance (Town 10:45 a.m.: accident, no PI (Paxton transport (S. Main Street), services ren- complaint (Route 49), erratic operation; House Court), fighting. Street), report taken; 10:47 a.m.: fire, dered. 9:35 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 10:19 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 spill/leak (Winslow Avenue), report WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 p.m.: mv stop (W. Main Street); 11:17 2:02-2:06 a.m.: buildings checked, taken; 12:23 p.m.: erratic operation 12:34 a.m.: mv stop (Stafford Street), p.m.: disturbance (Town House Court), secure; 2;12 a.m.: disorderly conduct (Paxton Street), unable to locate; 12:51 citation issued; 6:36 a.m.: suspicious female yelling/smashing things. (Town House Court), neighbors fight- p.m.: welfare check (Autumn Lane), ser- person (Pine Street), services ren- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 ing; 2:12 a.m.: building checked, secure; vices rendered; 2:54 p.m.: investigation dered; 7:28 a.m.: animal complaint 1:51-2:34 a.m.: buildings checked, 8:41 a.m.: officer wanted (Pleasant (Town Beach Road), services rendered; (Cricklewood Drive), services rendered; secure; 4:40 a.m.: overdose (Town Street), spoken to; 10:20 a.m.: medical/ 3:33 p.m.: animal complaint (Lake 7:34 a.m.: ambulance (Paxton Street), House Court); 5:52 a.m.: medical/ general (Main Street); 10:29 a.m.: DPW Drive), services rendered; 4:27 p.m.: transported; 10:06 a.m.: suspicious per- general (Main Street); 7:53 a.m.: med- call (McDonald Street), wire hanging investigation (S. Main Street), spoken son (Brickyard Road), spoken to; 10:41 ical/general (Adams Street); 9:31 in roadway; 10:35 a.m.: medical/gen- to; 6:27 p.m.: suspicious activity (Spring a.m.: mv stop (Main Street), spoken to; a.m.: prisoner bailed/released (W. eral (Maple Street); 10:48 a.m.: suspi- Street), report taken; 6:58 p.m.: harass- 11:32 a.m.: mv stop (Paxton Street), spo- Main Street); 10:09 p.m.: officer want- cious activity (Oakland Drive), female ment (Huntoon Memorial Highway), ken to; 12:22 p.m.: ambulance (Winslow ed (Dowgielewicz Drive), spoken to; in residence; 11:22 a.m.: officer wanted report taken; 10:17 p.m.: suspicious mv Avenue), transported; 12:52 p.m.: mv 10:25 a.m.: animal complaint (Chestnut (Dufault Road), spoken to; 12:03 p.m.: (Chapel Street), services rendered; 10:23 stop (Main Street), verbal warning; 1:20 Street), stray cat; 11:10 a.m.: officer officer wanted (Debbie Drive), hidden p.m.: suspicious mv (Mannville Street), p.m.: disabled mv (Main Street), ser- wanted (Town House Court), spoken key moved; 12:11 p.m.: officer want- services rendered; 11:12 p.m.: animal vices rendered; 1:51 p.m.: assist citizen to; 11:30 a.m.: officer wanted (Valley ed (W. Main Street), LTC change of complaint (Pond Court), services ren- (S. Main Street); 3:17 p.m.: shoplifting Street), disturbing text; 12:58 p.m.: med- address; 12:28 p.m.: property returned dered; 11:38 p.m.: animal complaint (Soojians Drive), report taken; 3:38 p.m.: ical/general (McCormick Road); 1:44 (W. Main Street), iPhone; 12:53 p.m.: (Pleasant Street), services rendered; accident (S. Main Street), report taken; p.m.: lost/found (Elm Street), wallet 911 call (W. Main Street), Harrington 11:54 p.m.: animal complaint (Stafford 4:45 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street), spo- lost; 2:05 p.m.: lockout (Main Street), CT down; 1:24 p.m.: animal complaint Street), services rendered. ken to; 4:46 p.m.: structure fire (Main services rendered; 2:44 p.m.: mv com- (W. Main Street), needs to speak to SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Street), services rendered; 5:41 p.m.: plaint (Main Street), erratic operation; ACO; 2:02 p.m.: medical/general 12:09 a.m.: mv stop (S. Main Street), welfare check (Green Street), services 3:19 p.m.: vandalism (Browning Pond (Paxton Road); 2:12 p.m.: officer want- verbal warning; 1:53 a.m.: mv stop (Main rendered; 11:47 p.m.: mutual aid (Town Road), report taken; 3:20 p.m.: animal ed (Briarcliff Lane), suspension notice/ Street), verbal warning; 1:56 a.m.: mv House Court, Spencer), peace restored. complaint (Valley Street), goats loose; immediate threat; 2:17 p.m.: residen- stop (Stafford Street), citation issued; Spencer Police Department 3:50 p.m.: suspicious mv (N. Spender tial alarm (LaLiberte Lane), services 2:20 a.m.: noise complaint (Stafford Road), services rendered; 4:31 p.m.: lost/ rendered; 4:04 p.m.: LTC issued (W. Street), citation issued; 4:49 a.m.: ambu- WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 found (Meadow Road), plates turned in; Main Street); 4:13 p.m.: medical/gener- lance (Shady Lane), transported; 7:08 12:32 a.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 1:12- 4:50 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street); 5:50 al (Lewalson Lane); 5:41 p.m.: animal a.m.: disabled mv (Main Street), ser- 2:51 a.m.: buildings checked, secure;6:20 p.m.: officer wanted (Pleasant Street), complaint (Grove Street), dog loose; 6:02 vices rendered; 9:02 a.m.: mv stop (Main a.m.: fire alarm (Howe Village), services unwanted party; 7:09 p.m.: animal com- p.m.: medical/general (Cherry Street); Street), verbal warning; 10:45 a.m.: rendered; 8:11 a.m.: warrant entry/ plaint (Longview Drive), picked up 6:18 p.m.: disturbance (Church Street), ambulance (Leela Lane), transport- adult (W. Main Street); 9:03 a.m.: officer small dog; 9:11 p.m.: parking complaint concert venue needs to close; 8:37 p.m.: ed; 11:45 a.m.: mv stop (Main Street), wanted (Meadow Road), services ren- (High Street), mv blocking driveway; suspicious mv (Howe Road), spoken to; written warning; 1:26 p.m.: lockout (S. dered; 9:22 a.m.: disabled mv (Chestnut 9:55 p.m.: alarm (Ash Street), services 9:11 p.m.: disturbance/liquor establish- Main Street), services rendered; 4:25 Street), services rendered; 10:13 a.m.: rendered; 10:08 p.m.: accident (Charlton ment (Chestnut Street), female refusing p.m.: summons service (Ingram Road), animal complaint (Sullivan Street), cat Road), dog struck; 10:41 p.m.: mv stop to leave; 11:39 p.m.: commercial alarm unable to serve; 4:58 p.m.: summons attacked by fox; 10:28 a.m.: 209A service (Main Street); 10:42 p.m.: commercial (Water Street), services rendered; 11:48- service (Lake Sargent Drive), unable (W. Main Street); 1:38 p.m.: 911 call alarm (W. Main Street), services ren- 11:58 p.m.: buildings checked, secure. to serve; 5:26 p.m.: accident (Paxton (W. Main Street), hang up; 1:49 p.m.: dered; 11:01 p.m.: medical/general FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 Street), report taken. info/general (Pleasant View Road), (McCormick Road). 12:07-12:27 a.m.: buildings checked, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 spoken to; 2:02 p.m.: medical/general SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 secure; 12:28 a.m.: suspicious mv (Main 12:28 a.m.: debris in road (Charlton (Cranberry Meadow Road); 3:04 p.m.: 1:59 a.m.: accident (Gauthier Road), Street), female in car, possibly passed Street), removed; 12:49 a.m.: mv stop LTC issued (W. Main Street); 3:05 p.m.: no PI; 1:59-2:48 a.m.: buildings checked, out; 12:50 a.m.: medical/general (Valley (Main Street), written warning; 12:59 FID issued (W. Main Street); 4:33 p.m.: secure; 7:21 a.m.: commercial alarm Street); 1:05 a.m.: building checked, a.m.: mv stop (Stafford Street), Amy officer wanted (Chestnut Street), domes- (W. Main Street), services rendered; secure; 1:06 a.m.: suspicious activity Stanley, 43, 6 Sydney Circle, Charlton, tic dispute; 8:46 p.m.: mv complaint 8:41 a.m.: animal complaint (Chestnut (Elm Street), spoken to; 1:12 a.m.: dis- unregistered mv, failure to stop for (Main Street), erratic operation; 9:06 Street), barking dog; 9:26 a.m.: animal turbance (McDonald Street), yelling/ police, OUI liquor, negligent operation, p.m.: building checked, secure; 10:58 complaint (Main Street), dead anima honking horns; 1:26 a.m.: medical/gen- marked lanes violation, arrested; 9:37 p.m.: officer wanted (Maple Street), wel- on roadside; 10:49 a.m.: officer want- eral (Gold Nugget Road); 3:52-4:05 a.m.: a.m.: mv stop (Stafford Street), cita- fare check; 11:15 p.m.: medical/gener- ed (Prospect Street), spoken to; 10:55 buildings checked, secure; 4:33 a.m.: mv tion issued; 11:18 a.m.: assist citizen al (Main Street); 11:52 p.m.: building a.m.: medical/general (Lincoln Street); stop (Route 49); 6:32 a.m.: officer wanted (Wendy Place), services rendered; 4:16 checked, secure. 11:15 a.m.: commercial alarm (W. Main (Main Street), welfare check; 7:24 a.m.: p.m.: summons service (Ingram Road), THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Street), services rendered; 11:39 a.m.: vandalism (Roberta Bay), tires slashed; served; 4:57 p.m.: disabled mv (Bond 2:32 a.m.: detain for other agen- officer wanted (W. Main Street), spoken 8:08 a.m.: medical/general (High Street), assisted; 5:07 p.m.: neighbor dis- cy (W. Main Street), Leicester PD w/ to; 11:43 a.m.: mv stop (Main Street), Street); 8:20 a.m.: officer wanted (W. pute (S. Main Street), services rendered; female party; 4:07 a.m.: medical/gen- erratic operation; 12:29 p.m.: credit Main Street), LTC change of address; 5:14 p.m.: parking complaint (Broad eral (Wall Street); 5:03 a.m.: medical/ card fraud (Valley Street), credit card 8:55 a.m.: juvenile matter (N. Brookfield Street), services rendered; 7:47 p.m.: general (Salem Street); 5:49 a.m.: med- stolen/used; 12:30 p.m.: officer wanted Road), riding moped w/o helmet; 10:01 disabled mv (Main Street), assisted; 8:42 ical/general (Sherry Lane); 7:18 a.m.: (Charron Street), spoken to; 12:50 p.m.: a.m.: animal complaint (Wire Village p.m.: mv stop (Main Street), citation mv complaint (Cranberry Meadow officer wanted (Chestnut Street), spoken Road), missing dog; 10:14 a.m.: distur- issued. Road), aggressive driver; 7:38 a.m.: to; 1:30 p.m.: medical/general (Roberta bance (Robert Bay), couple yelling; 10:51 MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 animal complaint (E. Charlton Road), Bay); 2:10 p.m.: mv complaint (Holmes a.m.: 209A service (W. Main Street); 7:54 a.m.: ambulance (Jaques sheep in yard; 7:53 a.m.: lockout (Main Street), erratic operation; 2:31 p.m.: 911 11:13 a.m.: lost/found (W. Main Street), Avenue), transported; 9:04 a.m.: assault Street), dog locked in car; 8:50 a.m.: call (W. Main Street), spoken to; 3:23 phone found; 11:40 a.m.: 911 call (W. (Winslow Avenue), report taken; 11:06 animal complaint (Tom Casey Road), p.m.: fire/woods (Bay Path Road), ille- Main Street), Harrington CT down; 12:24 a.m.: ambulance (Paxton Street), trans- cows loose in road; 10:16 a.m.: officer gal burn; 4:05 p.m.: trash dumping (W. p.m.: medical/general (Pioneer Valley ported; 11:51 a.m.: summons service wanted (Pleasant View Road), services Main Street), services rendered; 5:26 Drive); 1:21 p.m.: animal control (E. (Huntoon Memorial Highway), served; rendered; 10:16 a.m.: vandalism (Main p.m.: animal complaint (Adams Street), Charlton Road), loose dog; 2:16 p.m.: offi- 1:16 p.m.: residential alarm (Mayflower Street), report taken; 11:16 a.m.: medi- dog barking; 6:08 p.m.: fire/woods cer wanted (W. Main Street), possible Circle), services rendered; 1:31 p.m.: cal/general (Church Street); 11:20 a.m.: (Gauthier Road), smoky fire/unknown drunk driver; 2:46 p.m.: medical/gener- assist citizen (S. Main Street), ser- 911 call (W. Main Street), Harrington origin; 6:41 p.m.: fire/woods (Chestnut al (Church Street); 3:40 p.m.: medical/ vices rendered; 2:03 p.m.: investigation CT down; 12:15 p.m.: property released Street), fire in driveway; 6:58 p.m.: offi- general (Town House Court); 3:52 p.m.: (Stafford Street), services rendered; (W. Main Street), iPhone; 2:08 p.m.: offi- cer wanted (Main Street), spoken to; animal complaint (Marble Road), loose 2:38 p.m.: mv stop (Paxton Street), cer wanted (W. Main Street), spoken to; 7:23 p.m.: animal complaint (N. Spencer dog; 4:11 p.m.: missing juvenile (Cherry verbal warning; 3:22 p.m.: ambulance 2:17 p.m.: sex offender registration (W. Road), moose on road; 8:51 p.m.: officer Street), didn’t see child get off school (Old Stafford Turnpike), no service Main Street); 2:33 p.m.: officer wanted wanted (Powers Street), mv drove onto bus; 4:28 p.m.: disturbance (Lloyd Dyer necessary; 3:50 p.m.: warrant service (Borkum Road), services rendered; 2:45 lawn. Drive), services rendered; 4:41 p.m.: arrest (Huntoon Memorial Highway), p.m.: officer wanted (W. Main Street), MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 209A service (W. Main Street); 5:08 p.m.: unable to serve; 4:52 p.m.: illegal dump- spoken to; 2:58 p.m.: LTC issued (W. 12:40-1:03 a.m.: building checked, mv complaint (Main Street), assisted; ing (Stafford Street), report taken; 4:55 Main Street); 3:06 p.m.: medical/general secure; 1:08 a.m.: suspicious mv 5:37 p.m.: trash dumping (Valley Street), p.m.: assist citizen (Mannville Street), (High Street); 3:29 p.m.: medical/gener- (Smithville Road), services rendered; services rendered; 5:42 p.m.: fire alarm peace restored; 5:15 p.m.: investigation al (Howe Village); 4:10 p.m.: suspicious 1:14 a.m.: building checked, secure; 8:09 (Howe Village), services rendered; 6:27 (S. Main Street), spoken to; 5:59 p.m.: activity (Howe Village), spoken to; 4:46 a.m.: disabled mv (Main Street), tire p.m.: animal complaint (Main Street), ambulance (Main Street), transported; p.m.: officer wanted (Chestnut Street), changer; 10:09 a.m.: medical/general missing dog; 6:44 p.m.: officer wanted 6:39 p.m.: mv stop (Main Street), written spoken to; 4:59 p.m.: officer wanted (W. (Condon Drive); 12:11 p.m.: animal com- (W. Main Street), spoken to; 8:00 p.m.: warning; 7:51 p.m.: mv stop (Soojians Main Street), water shut off for non-pay- plaint (Greenville Street), dead porcu- Drive), spoken to; 11:29 p.m.: welfare ment; 5:10 p.m.: mv complaint (N. pine in road; 2:28 p.m.: medical/general Turn To POLICE LOGS page ­­­A18 check (Henshaw Street), transported to Spencer Road), erratic operation; 5:25 (Cherry Street); 4:14 p.m.: accident (N. 18 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 27, 2017 Tips to save on the high cost of energy

As the warm weather winds down, cally use more hot water is tempting, remem- boards, make sure they are fully open it’s time to prepare for the long, cold in winter months and Take ber, it will almost triple and operable. Move any furniture or winter. Here in New England heating heating up the water can your cost over a shower drapes that could be blocking warm air bills are high enough. But with ever-ris- account for nearly 15 per- the as more water is used flow. Vents or baseboards that are even ing fuel costs and a seemingly never cent of total household Hint and must be heated. partially blocked result in an unneces- ending recession, it’s no wonder many energy costs. 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Our country has a rich histo- expansion continued with ry, and New England is a signif- the Louisiana Purchase and icant location for much of that Lewis and Clark Expedition history. We often find items in in the early 1800’s. The United local estates from pre-colonial States entered the War of 1812 America along with many his- and later entered a war with torical items from more recent Mexico in 1846. In our last auc- times. tion, we sold a ship passage Prior to Europeans coming document from this era. The to America, indigenous people ntiques document gave permission for were here making use of stones A , a schooner to transport cargo and other objects available to Collectibles from Savannah, Georgia to them. Spears tips, arrowheads Barbados in 1809. It fetched and vessels for food and liq- & Estates over $600. uids are sought after by collec- Industry was thriving in New tors. Native American beads WAYNE TUISKULA England during this period. that are thousands of years old Samuel Slater memorized how have been discovered. Because textile machines worked before beadwork is so fragile, most of what he left his native England. He used this we find is from the 20th century or late knowledge to build a textile mill in 19th century. Two pair of beaded gloves Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Ushistory.org were some of the more valuable Native reports that “Lowell Girls” were hired American objects that we sold. They in Lowell, MA mills beginning in 1823. brought a figure in the mid $100s. The The owners found that they could pay gloves were attributed to a tribe in the women less than men for their work Pacific Northwest. in the textile mills there. We sold some In Massachusetts, Boston experi- fire proof safe and survived the massive Although there is debate about wheth- leather fire buckets in our last auction enced the Great Fire of 1872. The Boston fire. er Boston or Philadelphia is “the Cradle from this era. They were said to have Historical Society states that 776 build- We have an estate sale scheduled in of Liberty” we certainly live in one of belonged to LeBaron Putnam of Sutton, ings across 65 acres were destroyed. An Millbury on November 11th and 12th. the most historic areas in the country. MA. The pair reached nearly $20,000. estimated $13.5 million in properties Other events are in the works. See Books and broadsides from Colonial I won’t discuss Civil War or any other were lost and personal property of $60 www.centralmassauctions.com for times still turn up in estates somewhat war memorabilia in this column. That million. We sold a presentation fire details. frequently and they sell well. We’ve sold warrants a column of its own. trumpet made to honor firefighters who many pieces of coin silver designed by Moving forward after the Civil War, battled this blaze for $2,800 at a 2006 auc- Contact us at: Wayne Tuiskula colonial silversmiths. A sheet with 8 the Battle of Little Big Horn and the dis- tion. There was one small piece from Auctioneer/Appraiser Central Mass pieces of uncut currency brought over covery of the Comstock Lode were tak- that fire that brought about $50, that Auctions for Antique Auctions, Estate $2,000 in our August auction. ing place in the West. Rockefeller incor- is an interesting part of history. The Sales and Appraisal Services www.cen- America changed greatly through the porated Standard Oil and Carnegie built piece, a business card, was stamped on tralmassauctions.com (508-612- 6111), early to mid-19th century. Westward the Bessemer steel plant in the East. the back, noting that it had been in a [email protected]

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FISKDALE: dren; and several nieces and nephews. WEST High School in 1958. Her married years Dolores L. “Dolly” She was predeceased by her brother, BROOKFIELD- were spent in Warren where she and (Denault) Duval, 85, Arthur H. Denault. She was born in Anita G.(Medeiros) her late former husband, Robert Guzik of Camp Rd., passed Southbridge the daughter of Arthur Guzik,76, died at home raised three children, Susan, Judy, and away on Sunday, Oct. and Antoinette (Lepain) Denault. on October 15,2017 of Jim. Anita found her greatest joy as 22nd, in the Quaboag Dolores was a great cook and enjoyed Alzheimer’s Disease. grandmother to Mary, Jeffery, Colleen, Rehabilitation and working around her home. She enjoyed Anita was mother, and Xyan. As Grammy she treasured Skilled Care Center, doing puzzles, sewing and going on car grandmother, lover her time reading with them, watching West Brookfield, trips. She loved country and western of nature, especially sunsets together, and making up their after a long illness. music. Most of all she enjoyed spend- wildflowers and the favorite dinners. She leaves her husband of 67 years, ing time with her family. ocean. She had a green thumb and kept Thank you to her personal caregiv- Marcel Richard “Tiger” Duval; Her funeral service was held on whimsical garden vignettes about her ers, Crystal, Sabrina, Kelly, Sue and her three daughters, Jacqueline A. Wednesday, Oct. 25th, at 11:00am in yard. Before her illness Anita was an Heidi who tended to her as she endured Wilbur and her husband Kenneth T. the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, avid reader and a maven of crossword the devastation of Alzheimer’s Disease Wilbur of Brookfield, Janice A. Duval 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge. Burial puzzles. Always a quick wit, Anita was with humility and dignity. of Southbridge and Lori Ann Duval in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Sturbridge, engaging, humorous, down to earth, The funeral Mass for Anita was of Southbridge; her son, Richard A. will be held at the convenience of the stylish, and understated. held on Tuesday October 24,2017 at Duval of East Brookfield; her grandson family. Anita was born in New Bedford,MA 11:00am in St. Paul’s Church 1082 Main whom she raised, Andy R. Duval of In lieu of flowers donations may be on March 31, 1941 and spent her child- St. Warren. In Lieu of flowers, please Fiskdale; her two sisters, Anne Putnam made to the Alzheimer’s Association, hood on Cape Cod as well as West offer a donation in Anita’s name to the of Sturbridge and Theresa Bachand 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472. Brookfield. She was the daughter of Second Chance Animal Shelter PO Box of Southbridge; 18 grandchildren; 24 www.morrillfuneralhome.com Abel and Miriam Medeiros and sis- 136 E. Brookfield,MA 01535. Pillsbury great grandchildren; 3 great grandchil- ter of James Medeiros and Victoria Funeral Home 3 West Brookfield Rd. Little. She graduated from Warren Brookfield is directing arrangements. Anthony (Tony) J. Kruckas Jr., 74 David W. Wray, 72 AUBURN- Anthony (Tony) J. (Marmat) Kruckas and lived in Auburn Kruckas Jr. age 74 died Wednesday, for the past 30 years. He owned and OXFORD – David L. Wray, and lived Oct 18, 2017 at his home. He leaves operated Teddy Bear Farms in Auburn W. Wray, 72, of in Worcester before his companion Cherrie L. (Marsh) for many years. He enjoyed traveling Nottingham Road, moving to Oxford 41 Cady of Auburn. He also leaves a the outdoors and working hard. There died Thursday, years ago. daughter Robin LaMont of CA and a will be a celebration of life in the Shaw- October 20, 2017, at Dave graduated grandson Aaron LaMont. Tony also Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School St. Vincent Hospital from South High had a extended family; David, James, St., Webster, Saturday November 4, in Worcester. He is School Worcester Eric, Aaron Cady, Lisa Small, Julie 2017 from 5 Pm with a service in the survived by his wife in 1963 and received Patnoe, Jordan, Jacob, Alexis, Hunter, Funeral Home at 6 PM. Please omit of 47 years, Cynthia his bachelor’s degree Lukas, Jillian Cameron, Gage, Jackson flowers donations may be made to the A. (Spayne) Wray from the University Cady, Ariel, Dustin Jones, Daylon American Cancer Society. A guest of Oxford; four children, Jennifer A. of New Hampshire. He was a U.S. Air and Deviani Small, Brittany, Cassidy book is available at www.shaw-majer- Bombard and her husband Jason of Force veteran of the Vietnam War. Farnham and Michael Dyer. cik.com where you may post a condo- Sagamore, Pamela L. Maccio and her Dave worked at Mercantile Image in He was born in Spencer son of the late lence or light a candle. husband Domenic of Woolwich, ME, Worcester for 25 years, retiring in 2009. Anthony J. Kruckas Sr. and Virginia Denise M. Morgan and her husband He enjoyed fishing, golfing, swimming, Robert of West Brookfield, and Scott trips to the casino, and especially loved J. Wray and his wife Lauren of West spending time with his grandchildren. Peter P. Mikelk, 87 Brookfield; his mother, Lillian V. A funeral was held at 10 a.m. (Tetreault) Wray of Auburn; his sister, on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at NORTH Pete retired from the Quaboag Susan Cohen and her husband James of Paradis-Givner Funeral Home, 357 BROOKFIELD - Peter Corporation in 1993. Following his Etna, NH; eight grandchildren, Justin, Main St., Oxford. Burial followed at P. Mikelk, 87, died retirement he continued to do the Corey, Joshua, Madyson, Lilly, Alex, Hope Cemetery in Worcester. Flowers Wednesday, October things he most enjoyed; carpentry, Owen, and Olivia; and several neph- may be sent or memorial contribu- 18, 2017 at his daugh- hunting and fishing. He loved the out- ews and nieces. He was predeceased tions may be made to Veteran’s Inc., 69 ter’s home surround- doors and most especially the sun. He by a sister, Jane Lentz of Allentown, Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605. ed by his family. was a good man with a very big heart PA, who died in 1995. He was born paradisfuneralhome.com He leaves two and was a loving husband and father. in Worcester, son of the late Norman daughters, Marlene He will be missed more than words can Young and her hus- express. band Maurice of Palmer and Tammy Funeral Services for Peter will be Mikelk of Worcester; a grandson, held privately and burial will be in St. Send all obituary notices to Michael Young of Palmer; a great Joseph’s Cemetery in North Brookfield. granddaughter, Kathleen Young of In lieu of flowers, memorial donations The New Leader, Agawam and Janet Adams. He was may be made in his memory to the predeceased by his wife of 58 years, American Heart Association, P. O. Box PO Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550, Doris R. (Jandrow) Mikelk in 2009, 417005, Boston, MA 02241. Varnum a son Steven in 1981and a daughter Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., or by e-mail to Michelle in 1958. He was born in West Brookfield is assisting his family Worcester, son of the late Stanley and with arrangements. 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Books will be priced Theatre Guild of North Brookfield. from 9 AM till 2 PM. The Fair will fea- per item or can be purchased by a bag Nov 10 & 11 at 7:30pm and Nov 12 at ture holiday decorations, homemade Deja New: Art, Antiques, & full for just $5. Baked goods and tickets 2pm at the N. Brookfield Elem. School knitted items, second hand treasures, Collectibles Vendor Marketplace open for several raffle baskets will also be Aud. Tickets are $15 for Adults and $10 gift baskets, raffles, country store, toys on Wednesday from 1:00 pm-7:00 pm in and games, baked goods, cafe’, crafts available for sale. Stop by and stock for Seniors (62+) and Children under the St. Joseph’s Rectory building for and more. Please come and enjoy a few up on reading material for the winter 12. Call Joe at 508-331-9031 for more its first season. In addition, a farmer’s days ahead. hours at our Fair. www.leicesterfcc.org info. Tickets available at the door. TURKEY RAFFLE: The North market will be open from 3:00-6:00 pm Saturday, November 4 Brookfield VFW Post 3439 will be having that day. Stop in and check out our Friday, November 11 our annual Turkey Raffle on Veteran’s vendor products! All proceeds will ben- efit the non-profit “24-7 Community CHRISTMAS FAIR: St. Joseph’s Day 11-11-2017 at 2 p.m. Refreshments WITH “HOPE IN HANDS” FOR Partnership” which will provide funds Parish Hall, 296 Main St., North will be served. The VFW will also have THE LEICESTER FOOD PANTRY: to programs for the needy, including Brookfield on Saturday, Nov. 4 9 a.m.– a 50/50 raffle. St. Joseph’s parish hall Thanksgiving the Leicester Food Pantry. 2 p.m. The day will include bake sale, INGATHERING Saturday, Nov. 11; dry handmade crafts, flea market, baskets Sunday, November 19 food donations may be dropped at St. Turn To CALENDAR ­­­B11 and raffles galore! Lunch is served Joseph’s from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Prior page PITCH PARTY: from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and includes home- to the 11th, dry good donations may made soups, great sandwiches and be dropped off at The Hair Force, 1103 The Leicester delicious apple pie. Main St.; Christ Episcopal Church, Lions Club hosts HOLIDAY VENDOR & CRAFT 1089 Stafford St.; Entwistle’s Garage, its Thanksgiving To place an SALE: Charity raffle to support Toys Main St.; or Leicester Recycling Center Pitch Party for Tots, Nov. 4 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at (every other Saturday). DONATIONS Sunday, Nov. In-Memoriam, Knights of Columbus,10 Meadow Road, Card of Thanks, Spencer. Free admission. 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ON DEPOSIT SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER – 9-11 Lyndale Ave! 8 Rm CHARLTON – 44 Oxford Rd! 8 Rm WEBSTER – 39 Cudworth Rd! DUDLEY – 36 Fish Rd! 7 Rm Raised DUDLEY – 20 Williams St! Nice 7 Rm DUDLEY – 7 Kayla Lane! 8 Rm Colonial WEBSTER – 59 East Main St! DOUGLAS – 93 Monroe St! 10.97 Everything on One Level – 5+ Room Ranch w/Huge Split Level Cathedral Cape w/3 Car Garage! SS Applianced Best Street for Business in Webster! Set On 1.84 Acres! Applianced Granite Colonial w/Greenhouses! Eat-in Kitchen! Colonial w/Farmers Porch! 1.38 Acres! ACRES! Updated 1867 8 Rm Farm- Formal Dining Rm Open to Living Rm w/ Ceiling Family Rm w/Skylights! Open Kit w/Oak Cabinets & Corian Counters! Highest Traffic Count! Ideal for Most house! Flexible Floor Plan! Loads Kit! Frplcd Dining Rm! Living Rm w/ New Quartz Kitchen! Formal Dining Rm Ranch Set On Nice .47 Acre Lot! Cabinet Cathedral Ceiling Kit/Din & Living Frplcd Liv Rm & Din Rm w/Hrdwds! Business Applications! Complete Recent Hrdwds! Cathedral Ceiling Family Rm! Wood Floors! Full Bath! Den w/Built-ins! 4 w/Hrdwds! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Hrdwds! Packed Kit! Dining Area w/Slider to Deck! of Charm! Frplc Liv Rm! Fam Rm w/ Large Bedrooms on 2nd Floor! Nice Level Rms w/Skylights! 3 Bdrms! Master Sunroom w/Hot Tub/Skylights! 3 Remodel Inside & Out! Formally a Polish Cathedrals! Slider to Deck! Din Rm! 3 Bedrooms! Spacious Master, Master Spacious Liv Rm! 4 Bdrms! Master Spacious Liv Rm! Comfortable Master! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath & Walk-in Closet! Deli & Convenience – Fully Equipped Bath! 2.5 Baths! 1st Floor Laundry! Lot! Walking Distance to Center of Webster! Bath! 2.5 Baths Total! 16X30 Deck! 2 Car Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! 1st Flr Laundry! 2 Car Bath! 3 Full Baths! Huge Steel I Beam 2 Tile Bathrms! Buderus Furnace! As Such – Full Kitchen! With Almost 4 Bdrms! 2 Baths! 2 Car Attached Ga- rage! Additional 3 BAY, 50x85’, GARAGE Farmers Porch! Deck! Attached 2 Car Town Services! Rte. 395 Near! Walk to Garage! Shed! 2016 Roof! Many Updates! Garage! Town Services! Easy 395 Access! Clear Span 2 Car Garage! 1.1 Acres! Town Services! Fenced Backyard! New Equipment - $399,900.00 Without - Schools & Churches! $114,900.00 Oil Heat! Shed! $299,900.00 $244,900.00 $299,900.00 BUILDING! $594,500.00 Garage! $359,900.00 $344,900.00 $212,900.00

NEW PRICE ON DEPOSIT NEW LISTING – 1199 Thompson Rd! WEBSTER – 141 Gore Rd/Rte 16! THOMPSON WEBSTER – 28 Colonial Rd! WEBSTER – 42 Cushing Rd! 7 Rm School House Pond AKA Little Pond! 150’ Ranch! Cabinet Kit w/SS Appliances & 1.68 Acres! Prime Exposure! Business Immaculately Maintained 8 Rm Colonial Tile Flr! Dining Area w/Corner Hutch! Fr- Opportunities! Zoned Commercial! 165’ WATERFRONT 8 Rm Log Home! 4 Bdrms! Across from w/Views of & Beach Access plc Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! 3 Bdrms w/Hrdwds! Road Frontage! 18X32’ 4 Car Garage! 12X20’ 3 Baths! Applianced Kit Open to Din Area to Webster Lake! Applianced Kit! Dining Full Bath w/Tile Flr! Den w/New Carpet! Workshop! 7 Rm Colonial! 3 Bdrms w/ & Liv Rm w/French Drs to Deck! Ceramic Area! Dining Rm! Fam Rm! 3 Comfortable New Electrical Service! Partially Finished Hrdwds! Din/Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! Sided! Flrs! Fam Rm! Master w/Cathedrals! C/A! Bdrms! Master Bath w/Dble Vanity, Basement! Garage! Screened Porch! NEW FURNACE! Needs Roof, Updates to 2 Car Detached Garage w/Loft! Sandy Whirlpool Tub, Separate Shower! 2.5 Shed! Town Services! $239,900.00 Electrical & Cosmetics! $119,000.00 Beach! $435,000.00 Baths! C/Air! $279,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 294 Killdeer Island! WEBSTER LAKE – 10 Kenneth Ave! South WEBSTER LAKE – 271 Killdeer Island WEBSTER LAKE – Access! 124 Gore North Pond! 62’ Waterfront! Panoramic Pond! Sandy Shoreline! 9 Rm Contemp Rd! Middle Pond! 120’ Waterfront! Facing Rd! 440’ Waterfront! Great Location! Direct Views! 8 Rm Colonial! Kit w/Double Oven! Ranch, 3 Bdrms! 3 Baths! Lake Views from West! Beautiful Sunsets! 7 Rm Yr Rd Cottage! Highway Access! 3.4 Acres! UNDEVELOPED GLEAMING Hrdwd Flrs! 4 Bdrms! Most Rooms! Hrdwd & Tile Flrs Throughout! Open Flr Plan! Cabinet Kit & Din Rm out to LAND w/EXQUISITE VIEWS! Explore the 2 Full Baths! 14X20 Trex Deck! Newly Brunarhan Custom Granite Kit w/Cherry Lake Facing Deck! Liv Rm that Walks Out Opps! Build a Restaurant, Hotel, Painted! Prof Landscaped! Fenced Yard! Cabinets! 1st Flr Office! Master w/New Bath! to Small Balcony! 3 Bdrms! Updated Bath! Condominiums! Cozy 4 Rm, 2 Bdrm Home! Plenty of Docks Included! Frplcd Fam Rm! Deck w/Custom Bar! 2 Car Level Lot! Access All the Lake Has to Offer! Oversize 2 Car Garage w/2nd Floor! $524,900.00 Garage! $639,900.00 $279,000.00 $399,000.00

SOLD SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER LAKE – 55 Colonial Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 33 Beacon Rd! 6 WEBSTER LAKE – 60 Bates Point Rd! Middle Pond! Absolute Prime 52’ Level WEBSTER LAKE - 82 Lakeside Ave! South Pond! Prime 157’ Waterfront w/ WEBSTER LAKE – Reid Smith Cove WEBSTER LAKE – 30 S. Point Rd! 91’ Western Expo! Beautiful Sunsets! Panoramic Lake Views! 10+ Rm, 4 Bdrm, 4.5 WATERFRONT LOT! South Shore Rd! Waterfront! Yr Rd 7 Rm Colonial! Ideal 2nd South Pond! 105’ Level Waterfront! Western Rms, 3 Bdrms, 2 Baths! 141’ Waterfront! Waterfront Lot w/Western Expo! Beautiful Sunsets! Panoramic Lake Views! 8 Expo! Awesome Sunsets! 10 Rm Contemp! 12,458’ Lot w/Plenty of Privacy! Kit, Master Bath, A/C’d, 3,832’ Custom Colonial! Lake Facing Quartz Kit w/Heated Flr! Din Build Your Dream Home or Summer Home! Panoramic Views of South Pond! Rms, 3 Bdrm, 2 Baths, A/C’d, Ranch! Custom SS Applianced Granite Kit! Din Rm Retreat! Set on Quiet Road, Surrounded NEW Kit w/Din! Frplc Din & Liv Rm w/Lake Pano Lake Views Most Rms! Open Flr Plan! Bdrm, Master Bath, Roof & Windows New Area w/Custom Wall Unit & Slider to Waterfront Deck w/Elect Awning! Frplc w/Hrdwds & Slider to Waterfront Deck w/Awning! Lake Facing Frplc Liv Rm w/ by Woods! Sloping Lot Down to Level Facing Picture Window! 3 Bdrms! Walkout Frplcd Liv Rm! 4 2nd Flr Bdrms, 3 Lake in 2013! Enjoy Sunsets from Wrap-around Cathedral, Skylight & Hrdwds! Comfortable Master Bdrm! Frplcd Lower Level Liv Rm! Din Rm w/Tray Ceiling! Lake Facing Master w/Master Bath! Upstairs 3 Waterfront! 7,200’ Lot! 57’ on the Water Lower Level w/Fam Rm w/Summer Kit! Facing! Master Bath! 2.5 Remodeled Baths! Porch! Beautiful Lake Views! Frplc Liv Fam Rm! 2 Car Garage! Bdrms, 2 Lake Facing! Lower Level Fam Rm w/2nd Kit, Sauna & Full Bath! 3 Car & Road! Town Water & Sewer Available! NEW Int. Paint! Recent Roof & Siding! 2 Car Garage! Dock! Add Lot Across St! Rm! SS Appliances C/Air! 2 Car Garage! $749,900.00 Attached, 1 Car Detached! Security! Generator! Boat House! $1,195,900.00 $229,900.00 $349,900.00 Recent Roof! $599,900.00 $519,900.00

SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER LAKE – 48 Laurelwood Dr! Reid Smith Cove! One of the Lake’s Best Lots! Beautiful 10 Rm, 3,686’ Contemp! WEBSTER LAKE – 18 Bates Crossing! South Pond! Beautiful Sunrises! Huge Eastern WEBSTER LAKE – 901 Treasure WEBSTER LAKE – 334 Killdeer Island! WEBSTER LAKE – 60 Lakeside Ave! 104’ Waterfront, 228’ Rd Frontage, 33,628 Sq. Ft, or .77 Acres! The Best on Market! Gradual Sloped Lawn to Beach/Shore! Exposure! 8 Rm 3,100’ Custom Contemporary! 2.43 Acres! Substantial Privacy! Home Features Isl! Prime Beachfront Townhouse! Middle Pond! South Facing! Well Maintained 100’ Waterfront! Huge Views of South Private Rd w/Woods Across Street! Location, Slope to Water, View & Exposure, Things You Can’t Change, After that it’s Endless Possibilities! Open Flr Plan w/Magnificent Views from Every Rm! 3 Bdrms, 3 Baths, 6Rms! 1,874’! Open Floor Plan! Applianced 7 Rm Colonial! Applianced Oak Kit! Din Rm Pond! Western Exposure = Fantastic One’s Imagination! Front, Back, & Side Yards, Space to Roam, Entertain, Park & Expand! Main Level, White & Black Cathedral Ceilings w/Skylights! European Kit w/Center Isl! Modern Frplc Liv Rm w/Glass Granite Kit w/Hrdwds! Din & Liv Rms w/ W/Hrdwds! Cathedral Ceiling Liv Rm w/Lake Sunsets! In Time for Summer! 5 Rooms Granite Kit, Center Isl w/Gas Range & Sink, Wall Ovens! Din Area! Lake Facing Din Rm! Frplcd Liv Rm w/Cathedral Open Sliders Open to Waterfront Balcony! Master Bdrm w/en-suite Bath, Separate Shower, Jacuzzi Hrdwds! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! Views! Cathedral Ceiling 3 Season Sunrm of Rustic Charm! Real Log Summer to Sun Rm w/Water View! Lake Facing Office/Possible 4th Bdrm! Half Bath! Upstairs, 3 Bdrms, 2 Bathrms! Amazing Lake Tub, Walk-in Closet & Attached Laundry! Lower Level Bdrms Share Private Bath! C/Air! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Tile Flr! Recent CAir, Overlooking Lake! Lake Facing Master Suite, Cottage! 10,924’ Lot Allows for Room Facing Master, Bath w/Whirlpool, Steam Shower, Dble Vanity, Cathedral w/Skylight & Laundry! Walk-out Lower Level w/ Attached Garage w/Work Space! Detached 2 Car Heated Garage w/Workshop! Greenhouse! Gas Heat & Windows! Trex Deck! Garage! Master Bath! 3Bdrms! 2 Baths! Sandy Beach! to Expand! Remodel It! Tear it Down! Frplcd Fam Rm, Summer Kit & 3rd Full Bath, 3.5 Total! C/Air! Gas Heat! 2 Car Garage & More! $1,100,000.00 Panoramic Lake & Estuary Views! $950,000.00 BOAT SLIP! Heated Pool! $424,900.00 $469,900.00 Build New! $359,900.00

Featured New Listing! hope2own.com WEBSTER LAKE - TREASURE ISLAND #306 508.943.4333 WELCOME TO WEBSTER LAKE’S PREMIER CONDO COMMUNITY ~ TREASURE ISLAND END UNIT!!! Unit 306 - Original owner! Don’t wait!This is the ONLY Condo Sharon Pelletier - Broker Currently Available!! Enjoy the Peaceful & Tranquil Setting ~ Private Deck Faces Licensed in MA, CT & RI the “Naturescape” Waterfront, allowing You the Quiet Enjoyment of Watching Herons, Eagles and More! Freshly Painted! Newer Windows and Sliders! Recently Converted “Salt Water” Pool for Summer Fun & Ice Skating / Ice Fishing is only a Short Walk form Home!! 2 Boat Slips for Your Water Toys!! Almost 1900 sq WE WANT YOUR ft of Lake Living ~ Full Time or Vacation Home,...2 Spacious Bedrms with Full 43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570 LISTINGS! Baths, Attached Garage, Economical GAS Heat, Central Air & Central Vac! PETS Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! allowed! $342,000. June Cazeault * William Gilmore II * Laurie Sullivan * Diane Strzelecki * Matthew Ross * Lori Johnson-Chausse * Mark Barrett * Brian Bohenko

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SORRY, SOLD! Looking for a place for your BUSINESS? Looking for a good INVESTMENT? Welcome home to this Huge, Sprawling, Custom Built, Very Attractive, Ranch “REFRESHED” Over-sized 3 Bedroom Ranch w/ Fireplace & 1+ Acres of Lg Private Style Home! No Kidding - there is 2,848 SF+/- of Living Area on One Level! Roadside Oasis! Pride of Ownership! Close to 395! Ideal for anyone starting Check out this Dudley Business Zoned (BUS-15) Property on the CORNER of Backyard on Country Road! Lots of Updates! Fresh Paint & Refinished Hardwood Floors Meander on up the curved brick walkway and open the door to a very unique Great Opportunity for Contractor or Handyman Special! Es- West Main & View Street.197’ road frontage (65’ on W Main / 132’ on View St.). or has their own Business, 30x40 Steel Building, 12ft garage Door! 15 Foot Throughout! New Heating/AC System New Lighting! Newer Windows! Kitchen has New Business Zoned Abutting Rear Lot on View St. is also available, asking $54,900. and private property! Half acre+/- level lot! In-ground pool, built-in hot tub, a tate Sale! Vacant - 2 Family!, 2 Bedrooms on the 1st and 2nd poolside cabana w/kitchen & full bath, Gated driveway! Huge carport/pavilion for Ceilings! Fully Insulated! Single Family - 3Bedroom, 2+ Bath,- 1456 Sq Ft, Floor and Counters! Both Baths Have New Sinks, Counters and Toilets! First Floor Spa- Improvements include an Antique 2 story single family home w/3 BRS, 2 Baths. floors! 1 bedroom, 1/2 bath and kitchen on the 3rd level, cious Laundry Room with Cabinets and Closet for Extra Storage! Screened-in Sunroom It may be possible to convert this home back to a 2 family with the addition of a entertaining! The interior is incredible w/separate wings for private family living Flat Level Lot, 1/2 Acre! Completely Renovated! Originally a 2 family convert- for Outside Entertainment or for Family Dining! Property includes 2 Parcels! Like to Walk 2nd means of egress. Home is Connected to Municipal Water & Sewer, a recent & entertainment, separate BR suites, 10 rooms total! Currently has a longtime, Vinyl Siding, Slate Roof! Flat Level Lot, Gas Services, Town ed to a Single Family Use, Security System! Stainless Steel Appliances! Town established, successful in-home hair salon business! You Will Be Amazed! or Own Dog(s), Convenient Nature/Walking Trail only Steps Away “Quinebaug River Natural Gas Buderus FHW Boiler w/cast iron radiators, a 2 Car Detached Garage Water & Sewer! $104,900 Sewer! Private Water! $259,000. $199,900 $349,900. Valley Trail” NEW PRICE $257,000

WEBSTER LAKE - 38 WEST POINT RD WEBSTER LAKE - 18 BATES XNG WEBSTER LAKE - 22 LAURELWOOD DR LAND! WEBSTER/DUDLEY 1st Time Offered in Reid Smith Cove, Spectacular BUILDABLE LOTS 3700+/- SF, 13 Rm/4.5 Bath Lake Home, Uniquely Webster Lake - 16 Black Point Rd. Waterfront, Boat Designed for Lake-Style Living! Private Setting, Access, Town Water & Sewer. $52,000 Ideal Location, .68 Acres, 92’ of Natural Shoreline, SORRY, SOLD! Webster Lake - 0 South Point Rd. Waterfront, SORRY, SOLD! Prof. Landscape, Multiple Decks, Lakeside Cabana, Garage on lot $144,900. Privacy, view, and a lot of Land! 2+ acres! level waterfront with a 3 Mstr BR Suites w/Elegant 1st Flr Mstr ~ all w/ On Killdeer Island with 90 feet of water frontage on natural shoreline, no walls. Private Lagoon! 3,100’ Contemporary! Private Baths, Finished Walkout LL w/Living Webster Lake - 22 South Point Rd. Waterfront, North Pond! This 3-4 bedroom, 2 car garage! All town 3 bedrooms, 3 baths! Large open kitchen, cathedral ceiling with Southern exposure! Town Water & Sewer $229,900 services. House would make a good rehab or complete skylites and fireplace, overlooking Ira Bates Cove! Master Bedroom & Billiard Rms & Summer Kitchen! Call Sharon at tare down, nice location justifies either. with Jacuzzi Tub, large walk in Closet! Central Air! 2 Car Heated 508-954-7222 for More Information $1,150,000. Oxford - 4 Leiecester St., 8.47 acres, mostly cleared assisted sale $449,900. Garage! Experience Nature at it finest! assisted sale $950,000. $149,900 On the shores of Lake Char gogg a gogg man chaugg a gogg chau bun a gung a maugg WEBSTER LAKE - 32 JACKSON RD WEBSTER LAKE - 118 POINT BREEZE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 91 SOUTH SHORE RD WEBSTER LAKE - 32 WEST POINT RD WEBSTER LAKE • 2 SOUTH POINT RD

SORRY, SOLD! ON DEPOSIT ON DEPOSIT Excellent Opportunity to Finally Own Your Own Webster Lake Waterfront All reasonable offers considered! AN INTRIGUING OPPORTUNITY TO One of A Kind Property!- Gorgeous Panoramic Views of Reid WEBSTER LAKE: PANORAMIC VIEWS OF WEBSTER LAKE! Great South Fac- Property! Prime Location, 5,697+/- SF Lot, 50’ Rd & Water Frontage On Killdeer Island! FIRST TIME OFFERED! Great for Swimming! Center Staged, ing Location, 62’ prime lakefront, large deep lot 10,489sf , flagstone & concrete OWN AN EXTREMELY UNIQUE 3.32 ACRE WEBSTER LAKE WATERFRONT at a Great Price! Contemporary Ranch offers 996+/- SF of living area Smith Cove! 90ft of Water Frontage, with privacy!! 3 bedrooms, PROPERTY! Located at the Southern most end of Webster Lake’s South Pond Multi Level Stone Fireplace is the “Focus” of this Beautiful Custom Built patios, full concrete walkway at water’s edge, dock, retaining walls & stonework, w/2 BRs & full bath. Plus, convenient, indoor access to Walkout Lower 1 Bath & 2 half baths! Wet Bar!! Appliances Included. Walk Out Lakefront Contemporary! The Main Level is Complete with Fire Placed Living beyond Cedar Island. Extremely Private with Direct Lake Access along a Level w/tremendous potential for additional living area. Main level fea- Lower Level! Deck! 1 Car Detached Garage! Your own Private privacy fence, storage shed, recently paved drive, plenty offstreet parking in drive- Delightful Level Peninsula. Launch a boat, fish & simply enjoy the lake in Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Full Bath and 2 Bedrooms! 2nd Floor offers a Private way & area at roadside, spacious, Year-round, 2 story Cape home, 4 BRs (1 on tures Open Floor Plan w/sliders to full front deck! Spectacular Westerly Boat Ramp. BOAT & DOCKS INCLUDED. Town Services! quiet solitude. Charming 2 BR, 2 Bath Ranch has a Full Finished Lower Level views across Middle Pond! Additional land & shore frontage available. Master! Lower Level has Cozy Family Room, Office Area, Fireplace & Full Bath! 1st flr), 2 full BAs, Harvey replacement windows, 6 year+/- young roof. & walkout access to a screened-in patio, plus a detached garage! $369,000 $345,000 $574,900. Great for Over night Guests! Don’t Let this One Get Away! $585,000. NEW PRICE $419,900 Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 5

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THOMPSON-Luxurious & lavish, Georgian style Contemporary home built in 1985 as one of the first “energy efficient” homes in the area. WOODSTOCK-Well maintained original owner Ranch style His-and-her garages, one on each side of the house form an exterior KILLINGLY-Great owner occupied, well courtyard. Once inside, you are greeted by a beautiful foyer, sunken living home featuring 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. Recently room w/fireplace, formal dining room both adorned with elegance of updated roof, windows, kitchen appliances & full finished maintained 1,635 sq ft, 2 Family, side by side. Italian marble flooring and triple French sliders leading out to patios; solid Unit A- has 2 bedrooms, unit B has 3 bedrooms cherry custom kitchen w/stunning Spanish tile. First floor also features basement. Home has private fenced in backyard and sits an office and exercise room. Second floor has a 500 sqft master bdrm. on 0.59 AC. There is a 1 car garage under the house. Home with each having 1 bath, dining area and living w/sliders to a balcony, full bath w/whirlpool tub; 400 sqft guest bdrm. has room. Laundry hookups, vinyl siding, fenced sitting area and full bath which also has access to 3rd. bdrm. with built-ins belongs to Bungay Lake Association with lake access to fully & balcony. All this on 2 acres in the prestigious setting of Thompson Hill. recreational year round enjoyment. Priced at $209,900. backyard and 2 driveways. $159,900 Call for your private showing. $469,900

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KILLINGLY-Don’t miss your chance to own this completely THOMPSON- Imagine waking up every day to your own QUINEBAUG-Very nice mobile home in the renovated 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Cape Cod style home. Sitting on a portion of a state stocked fishing pond in your backyard! nice, flat, corner 1/3 AC lot, this home has a great yard, shed, paved highly sought after 55+ mobile home park. 2 This Cape/Craftsman style home has modern updates bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, additional heated 4 season driveway, new patio/deck and even a tree house! The spacious (boiler, roof, windows) with great original character- eating space kitchen has been completely renovated with brand hardwood floors, wood working, built-ins, & stained glass room right off the kitchen that can be used as new cabinets, countertops, flooring and stainless steel appliances. window! Home features 3 bedrooms (possible 4th!) a den or office. Enjoy the back yard as you sit There are two good sized bedrooms on the first floor (possible on the large enclosed porch watching nature first floor master) and a renovated bathroom. Home is move-in and a full bathroom along with an office/great sun room. condition and can qualify for all types of financing. $199,900 Basement has a full double door walk-out and a great relaxing in this quiet community. Don’t miss out workshop. Priced at just $207,500 on this great opportunity! $62,000

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WARE SOUTHBRIDGGE WARE Adorable 3 BR Cape! New roof, Move-in ready Townhouse just over Cheaper than rent! A lot of space updated siding and chimney. Large Sturbridge line in cul-de-sac. Half for the money in this 3 BR Colonial. sunroom. Flat sunny lot with plenty of of a duplex. 3 BR, 1.5 baths, fire- 2 car detached garage. space to garden/enjoy the outdoors! place. Large closets, open floor plan. Close to center of town. $ 85,000. $101,900. Stewart & Stewart. $179,900. Stewart & Stewart. Lisa Boudreau. Feeling a little

SOUTHBRIDGE HOLLAND STURBRIDGE Crowded? Well-maintained 2 BR Cape with full Prime waterfront location! 2 single family Pristine antique home in the heart of apartment upstairs. Easily converted homes on one lot. Main house-3BR, full “Restaurant Row”!. 4 BR, 1 full, 2 half back to single family. bath with great views of the lake, full w/ baths, 2 Fireplaces, IG pool. Separate out lower level. Additional 2 BR and bath Look for that new Attached garage. $239,000. entrance for in-home office. Unique must in 2nd house. $430,000. Lisa Boudreau. Moira McGrath. see property! $467,900. Larry Mandell. home in our real estate section. 6 SPENCER NEW LEADER • Friday, October 27, 2017

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OPEN HOUSE SUN 11AM-1PM NEW PRICE! WEBSTER 18 Paradise Ln S 11-1 $239,900 Maureen O’Connor 508-981-4902/ReMax Advantage 1 2 Burns Ln ~ $276,500 16 Pattison Rd W 11-1 $799,900 Maria Reed 508-873-9254 WEBSTER NEW PRICE! DUDLEY JoAnn Szymczack 508-943-7669/ReMax Advantage 1 To have your open house listed in this directory please contact Sandy at 508-909-4110

Oversized Ranch, open floor plan, 2 full ACREAGE! Potential for 2-3 lots, develop or build baths, 3-season room w/fireplace, finished a duplex for investment and help keep the existing lower level home on 2+ acres and an oversized garage 18 Paradise Ln ~ $239,900 17 Mason Rd ~ $359,900 WEBSTER DUDLEY DUDLEY OXFORD GOT A HOUSE FOR LAND COMMERCIAL Pierpont Rd: 6 Acres 3.8 Acres, $115,000 Suitable for condo. Residential or This is the Tobin Farm 2.5 Acres SALE? DUPLEX, 6 room ea 2 UNITS, Country set- Tobin Farm 3.5 Acres commercial side, 1.8 baths, over- ting, Live rent free development, Motivated seller. sized 2 car garage 2700 sq. ft. building Call for details place to sell it! 41 Thompson Rd 21 Intervale Rd $485,000 $239,900 $232,500 Call for details Your ad will be Szymczak Sells! WANTED CHARLTON Multi-Unit Buildings mailed to 50,000+ SOLD 2-4 Units FOR households Call Diane Luong if you are SALE 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, considering selling. throughout central air, multilevel Call for consultation 25 Roberts Blvd ~ $497,500 774.239.2939 Southern Worcester Maureen Made It Happen WEBSTER LAKE County. DUDLEY WEBSTER To advertise on our real estate section, ON ON DEPOSIT DEPOSIT A great family compound, please call your local Mom, Dad, Children, Grand- 6 rooms, 2 fireplaces, C/A 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths children, Room for all, 2900 17 Brentwood Dr sq. ft., 3.5 Baths, 2 car garage sales representative at 1-800-367-9898 $244,900 18 Highcrest Pk $134,900 16 Pattison Rd ~ $700’s

Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 ALBANIAN KITCHEN & BAZAAR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 TRIVIA SATURDAY NIGHTS 11 am - 1 pm 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. SAINT JOHN PAUL II PARISH 7:00 p.m. register PET TRICK OR TREAT! Bake table featuring traditional BAZAAR 7:30 p.m. start up Awards for scariestm most original & funniest Albanian pies, cookies and other 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB KLEM TRACTOR, INC. favorites, theme baskets, used books, Trinity Catholic Academy 325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA 117 West Main St. this ‘n that table, illustrated 11 Pine St., Southbridge, MA 508-892-9822 Spencer, MA children’s books by author Ruth Children’s games, crafts, Village bake shop, 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) Sanderson and an Albanian-style jar deal, theme baskets, parish table, Jewelry, WISE GUYS TEAM TRIVIA www.klemsonline.com café (eat in or take out.) silent auction, huge community raffle table, and Every Tuesday, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. ST. NICHOLAS ALBANIAN entertainment CADY’S TAVERN CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN AT 308 ORTHODOX CHURCH Karol’s Kafé 2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44) 9:00 p.m. 126 Morris St. Open for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Chepachet, RI Live entertainment by Floyd Patterson Southbridge, MA A great variety of items for lunch 401-568- 4102 Giveaways and prizes for best costumes Free admission, ample parking 308 LAKESIDE ENTRANCE EXAM Handicapped accessible. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY NIGHT 308 East Main St. NOTRE DAME ACADEMY 508-765-3701 HEXMARK TAVERN East Brookfield, MA 8:30 a.m. AT SALEM CROSS INN 774-449-8333 Pre-register online at SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 260 West Main St., West Brookfield, MA www.nda-worc.org 10 am - 3 pm 508-867-2345 FINAL OCTOBER TAILGATE EVENT 425 Salisbury St., PICTURES WITH SANTA www.salemcrossinn.com Burgers, Dogs, Balloons & More! Worcester, MA Children & pets welcome LAMOUREUX FORD KLEM TRACTOR, INC. TRAP SHOOTING 366 East Main St. ST. ROCH’S PARISH 117 West Main St. Every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. East Brookfield, MA HARVEST FAIR Spencer, MA Open to the public 508-885-1000 334 Main Street (Oxford Center) 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) $12.00 per round includes clays and ammo 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. www.klemsonline.com NRA certified range officer SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29 White Elephant Table, Crafts, on site every shoot 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Used Books, Baked Goods, ONGOING AUBURN SPORTSMAN CLUB OCTOBER MOVIE NIGHT Raffle Items, Delicious Food, 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA The Original Halloween $$ Money Raffles $$ YOGA CLASSES 508-832-6492 Popcorn, Apple Cider, and BYOB Come for lunch 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. Monday evenings RAFFLE Bring a chair and blanket 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. HUGE MEAT RAFFLE And BYOB GIGUERES NEW TRAMPOLINE FACILITY Woodstock Elementary School Gym First Friday of the month KAROL’S KORNER TAKE OUT OPEN HOUSE Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 13, 20, 27, Early Bird 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 610 Pleasant St. (NEW WEBSTER LOCATION ONLY) Dec. 11, 18 1st table: 7:00 p.m. Rochdale, MA 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. $56 (7 classes), $35 (4 classes) Auburn Sportsman Club 508-859-8504 New trampoline facility - 10 Olympic $10.00 “Drop In” 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA quality trampolines Diane Converse @ 860-315-5175 or 508-832-6496 OPEN HOUSE Come jump on our trampolines. [email protected] 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sign up for classes, book a birthday party TRIVIA TUESDAYS Saint Mary’s Schools 7 Viking Rd., Webster, Ma THE QUIET CORNER GARDEN CLUB at 7:00 p.m. Pre-K - Grade 12 508-980-1987 meets the first Monday in each month Cash prizes 50 Richland St., Worcester, MA at the South Woodstock Baptist Church 308 LAKESIDE 508-753-1170 HARVEST FAIR Roseland Park Rd., Woodstock 308 East main St. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. from 7-8:30 p.m. East Brookfield, MA SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 EPWORTH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Informative programs each month 774-449-8333 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Bake table, crafts and jewelry table, from gardening tips, wildlife ANNUAL HARVEST FAIR Attic treasures preservation, garden crafts, etc. TRIVIAL THURSDAY BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Coffee shoppe 9-11:30 a.m. No cost to play 90 Bryn Mawr Ave. Meatball sub luncheon 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ROADHOUSE BLUES JAM Cash prizes Auburn, MA 64 Salisbury St., Worcester, MA Every Sunday, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Handmade knits and vintage linens, white 508-752-2376 CADY’S TAVERN CHESTER P. TUTTLE POST elephant attic treasures, bake shoppe, homemade 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI AMERICAN LEGION pies, candy,cakes and cookes. Pickles and 401-568-4102 88 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA cheese. Holiday shoppe and crafts 508-832-2701 Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 7

(Suggested topics for November) The Next Write Stuff Will Publish On November 24. October 27 1. What are you most thankful for? Deadline For Submissions Is 2. What are your feelings about the NFL Friday, Nov. 17. “Knelt-down” during the National Anthem? The Thank you to Lamoureux Ford of East Wri te 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing Brookfield for continuing to be a sponsor of The Write Stuff… it’s “Where Friends up. How was your childhood different Send Their Friends!’ Also thank you to this from today’s standards, your kids’, your month’s authors for participating in our 16th Stuff grandkids’, etc? Season, and to Leicester Middle School Teachers Melissa Boratyn & Heather Stapel Essays, Short Stories, Memories, 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. for your students’ participation this month! We hope that you will join us again in Poems and more! 5. Topic of your choice November, and encourage others to write as well. This is a great class project, senior For more information or to submit for next month, center project, or for anyone who enjoys Open to ALL ages email [email protected] or call 508.909.4062 writing and sharing their thoughts.

Scattered Lives people would think we were twins. You would say I’m hanging in there and With a heartfelt hug you she would BY CHANTAL DE GRACE, BROOKFIELD, MA It was on a beautiful Saturday morning you would never complain greet in August, feeling so grown up, we went After 91 years you deserve your own How she loved lobster—sweets and to Desplaines store on Main Street and star in the hall of fame going out to eat I saw her in the sun room sitting on the bought tickets for the Shortline Bus to They say that nothing lasts forever but Now in Heaven with her family up rug, scissors in one hand and a photo- Worcester. When we arrived there, we the sea and the sky above the Ciuffredo Family sends you are graph in her other hand. All ten brown ate at the Waldorf Cafeteria and shopped But they were wrong obviously for gratitude and love leather photo albums that she and my at the Mart. A rack of summer dresses memories never die Not often did mom let her feelings-emo- father and grandparents had contributed caught our eye. The white A-line with And although they are all now frozen tions show for the past seventy years were opened pictures of colorful fruits and hair bows of in time Bur our mother Mary loved each one of and empty. The four little white corner the same material were the perfect match One thing I know for sure—you were you- it was difficult to let go pieces held nothing between them now. at a cost of only $4.00. To say that we were one of a kind Your leaving us during the summer excited and happy is an understatement. Some people touch our lives by what months we will every minute regret but The massacre of photos of our lives laid Finally, the first day of the fair; a beau- they say and do you, our beautiful mom-aunt-grand- piled up on each other. Bits of photos scat- tiful Saturday morning with a few dollars But you touched my heart by simply mother-great grandmother-friend we tered around her. The cutting had been to enjoy, and we were set for a fun day. being you shall never forget quick. No chance of putting anything Gladys’ dad drove us to the fair grounds I love you and will miss you Mom but I You touched each and everyone of our back together. She had cut up her life, my and his first words, “People are going to shall never walk alone lives like no other could father’s life, our lives, and our grandpar- think you’re twins,” ...so far, so good. I know you are with me always—just in In each and every person you only ents. Snip, snip, snip into confetti. Our plans were that we wouldn’t visit another home found the good the animals until the later part of the Your spirit shall live on forever and As endless teardrops fall from our eyes Photos of their wedding on the steps day – in no way would we take a chance cherished moments will pull me thru We know our lives will never be the outside the chapel at Villanova. My dad of getting soiled. We were walking down For I shall forever be grateful-fortu- same since the day that you died in his Navy uniform. My mother in her the midway when two cute boys our nate-appreciative-honored-blessed that We are Italians-strong-courageous-we Chanel suit. A photo of Charles De Gaulle age, approached us and offered to buy “God Gave Me You” will somehow pull thru shaking hands with my dad. My mother us popcorn. However, our bubble burst ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ But the only difference now dear mom standing next to dad, smiling, her French when one of the boys said, “You girls look Love for the Story’s Story is that we’ll be spending tomorrow with- perfect that day. Gone. like my mother’s kitchen windows!” We BY HEATH BLEAU, PALMER, MA out you. couldn’t believe that he could be so rude. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My grandparents having a coffee at He went on....”My mother has kitchen I love a pristine volume, La Prunier Café because their name was curtains that look like your dresses.” Both aged but unscathed, I’m Still Here Prunier and they thought it would be fun. boys laughed and we suddenly lost our like I love DEDICATED TO JOSH B. Gone. They traveled to India and rode an appeal for popcorn. unscarred perfection, BY SUE ANGELA HEALY, elephant. Gone. The day wasn’t a total loss; the atten- with a melancholic pity NORTH BROOKFIELD, MA dant on the ferris wheel said, “You girls for a life barely lived. The Camel ride in Cairo. Gone. are the first set of twins I’ve seen.” Also, I’m still here with you every single day Gladys won a baton covered with silver My adoration is earned Listening with an open heart to what There were so many more. Pictures sparkles and I won a kewpie doll on a thin with dog-eared pages, you have to say from the thirties, forties, fifties, sixties, cane. tattered dust jackets, I’m still here when you open the door to gone, gone, gone. We wore our dresses often after that hastily penciled marginalia, go outside and hoped that we wouldn’t meet those and a loose spine When your feelings-emotions from me I watched her. Eventually she walked boys again, and we started counting the that has benefited from you are trying to hide away from her murder. She would never months until the next Spencer Fair. a lifetime I’m still here with the brilliance of the sun remember that she had committed such Fast forward many years later...my of chiropractic cracking. Knowing you are such a loving-giving a crime. husband and I were visiting friends; their grandson ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ newly decorated kitchen was beautiful Show me a book’s scars and something looked familiar to me, and I’ll sing you a song I’m still here as I make your favorite What Happened To My Town and when my husband commented on of joy; cake BY RICHARD M. TRAUSCHKE, her attractive kitchen curtains, certain “This book belongs to...” You always taking good care of me is no WEST BROOKFIED, MA memories came back. I just couldn’t wait Hallelujah mistake for our ride back home...I had a story to “$.25/$.50/$3.00” I’m still here when with your beautiful tell him. Joy to The World voice you sing ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Coffee stains on pages 56 and 153. The joy-peace and happiness it will for- Hosanna in the Highest ever bring God Gave Me You Tear stains on page 42. I’m still here as I watch you perform in BY SUE ANGELA HEALY, Amen a play NORTH BROOKFIELD, MA Having you around I know I shall be Show me a well-loved tool; okay The sun is peaking thru the blinds as I Let me empathize I’m still here when your birthday we gaze into your blue gray eyes with the emotions celebrate Flashbacks of yesteryears growing up of a life’s Always on the go how do you ever con- with you, I begin to cry joys and tragedies centrate Back in those days you were a stay at rather than having sympathy I’m still here when the trees turn colors home mom for a well-groomed, in the fall Kind-loving-caring-thoughtful and but caged, Waiting every nite from New York for strong that special call I walked a half-mile to school, alone; wild beast. We were Lois, Susan, MaryAnn, Lenny, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ I’m still here as we stood around the didn’t even get harrassed or “tooken” you and Dad Christmas tree I climbed trees in the woods near my Comforting each of us whether we were With Grateful Hearts You are so very important to me home, sick or just sad BY SUE ANGELA HEALY, I’m still here when you hold Valentina no clown jumped out, while I warn’t Aunty Josie, Nonni, and Grampa—for NORTH BROOKFIELD, MA as she begins to cry lookin’ them you were also there Then she begins to laugh and lets out a Cooking, cleaning, ironing for they Today 8-19-17 our mom, Mary Ciuffredo big sigh No internet, nor cells or people’s views; lived downstairs passed away I’m still here as we’d often go far for a No shootins’ or killins’, (‘cept for the war). Aunty Ann and Uncle Pepe helped out To all those who were there for her we walk It didn’t take seconds to report the news; living on the first floor would just like to say I would usually listen as you would All things were clam in the town – that’ Welcoming friends, relatives, and That even though from our dear mother usually talk par. neighbors; always with an open door we had to depart I’m still here even though I had to leave For every person you knew—you’d go We would like to thank each and every my house-my home Kids played in the road, (no traffic back out of your way one of you from the bottom of our hearts. Knowing with you by my side I will then); It’s a part of who I am you would con- It was vert difficult putting her in never feel alone We were sad only when we had to stop. stantly say Christopher Home I’m still here when I see these three Streetlights came on, and our folks want- You would daily think about everyone but soon learned from your love and words on your arm ed us in; else compassion she would never be alone Even in hectic times you always seem Then we listened to the radio, til bedtime Everyone of course except yourself She was treated like a member of your so calm flop. At 8:30 every morning you’d receive a own family. I’m still here even though I now live in call from Aunt Lil This was so important to our relatives only one room We were protected always, by one cop on Two years later I know you miss her and me you treated mom with digni- Looking forward to the weeks--days the beat; still ty-with kindness-with respect. when you’ll be visiting soon we respected him, he was a friend to us Our home was spotless—so fresh smell- Never any of our concerns did you ever I’m still here as we go out to eat all. ing and clean neglect Speaking to staff—strangers to everyone Now there are two in a car, riding the It was fit for royalty whether a king or There she was fed, clothed, you washed you meet street; queen her hands and face I’m still here even though my health is bad men are targeting them, now who do From early sunrise on the go all day Individuals like you we could never beginning to decline we call? Sitting two hours to watch your soap replace I often lie to you and tell you that I’m fine operas, that was okay To all who sent your warm blessings I’m still here as we go visit the patients We once played without fear, day after Never getting your license or driving in a card next door day; a car For others too difficult to visit – so very Then another and another and then just Never worrying, “cuz our parents, always Calling a friend or sending a card just to hard one more kept track, see how they are Everyone who gave her ice cream— I’m still here even though I now drink protecting and loving us, what more can Not having much but all went to chocolate--her favorite meals from a straw I say, Catholic schools All of you—our souls you did steal Laughing when you ask if I want a lob- The world has changed, gone to ruin and Being the handy person in the house If you just stopped by her room to say ster claw wrack. using every kind of tool hello I’m still here even though I can barely Uniforms, skirts pleated, crisp blouses It meant more to her than you’ll ever eat It seems all young lives don’t have a we wore know And with only a few words I am able to chance; You ironed for hours but for you not a Those thoughtful calls that came morn- speak to grow up being free, from want or of chore ing, noon and into the nite I’m still here as we go to my memory fears. If you were sick or didn’t feel well, no You gave her hope-to go on- a reason garden on the hill Those old times are gone, not through one would know to fight Oh how I hate when they give me those happenstance; Because you were good at hiding pain To Father Don and Father Rich who awful pills but through evolution that ignores yes- and heartaches—never letting it show traveled afar I’m still here as I was saved by the bell teryear. For our food sales at school you would All those loyal parishioners you know Telling a patient next door to go to hell always bake who you are I’m still here as I begin to take my final SPENCER FAIR The nuns of course kept for themselves Cookies – angels – flowers – for every breath BY EVA E. PERRON, EAST BROOKFIELD, MA your delicious cakes little gift You see my dear Josh—you I shall never Thru out the years I may not have Those precious items her spirits you forget Growing up, my friend Gladys and I always been there did lift And now that I have passed and you always looked forward to the month of But it doesn’t mean that I didn’t care Friends-family and strangers who went can’t see me anywhere September and the Spencer Fair. I can You see dear Mom I was a lot like you out of their way Just close your eyes and know in your remember as 10-year-olds, we planned to Hiding my feelings and emotions which To and because of our mother you heart, “I’m Still Here” go to the fair, dressed alike and maybe you never knew would often pray ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Everybody Talks About Ford and Lamoureux Ford! Best Vehicle Lineup! Best Sales Experience! Treat Yourself, It’s 23-Time President’s Award Winner! Time! We make it Easy! 366 E. 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(Suggested topics for November) The Next Write Stuff Will Publish On November 24. October 27 1. What are you most thankful for? Deadline For Submissions Is 2. What are your feelings about the NFL Friday, Nov. 17. “Knelt-down” during the National Anthem? The Thank you to Lamoureux Ford of East Wri te 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing Brookfield for continuing to be a sponsor of The Write Stuff… it’s “Where Friends up. How was your childhood different Send Their Friends!’ Also thank you to this from today’s standards, your kids’, your month’s authors for participating in our 16th Stuff grandkids’, etc? Season, and to Leicester Middle School Teachers Melissa Boratyn & Heather Stapel Essays, Short Stories, Memories, 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. for your students’ participation this month! We hope that you will join us again in Poems and more! 5. Topic of your choice November, and encourage others to write as well. This is a great class project, senior For more information or to submit for next month, center project, or for anyone who enjoys Open to ALL ages email [email protected] or call 508.909.4062 writing and sharing their thoughts.

Live the Story Night Sky Autumn In New England Autumn BY HEATH BLEAU, PALMER, MA BY KLC, GRADE 6, BY MAEVE NELSON, JACK BRADY LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Every book, a little life. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Every life, a book unwritten. The night sky is cold and dark like a cave. The leaves were blasting with many The shriveled up leaves on the ground, One we yearn to know the end, Stars spread out like fireflies. different colors, and the lofty trees were like a carpet that is vibrant as can be. With the other’s end’s unbidden. Bats stamping out the sky swaying in the wind. And there were the nice crisp air and the leaves blowing ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ like cookie cutter designs. skinny vines wrapping around the trees. ‘round, Fall in New England is a beautiful Moon round as a ball “Crunch crunch” as you walk you hear thing. What makes fall so beautiful is the Stretches out like a wall the crackling of sticks and leaves as you colorful leaves on the trees and also on Jury Duty Silent as a hallway. step on them. There are many different the ground. In the woods with the trees BY DEBORAH GREGOIRE LEFEBVRE, So high up that no one can reach things you can do in Autumn, you can blocking the sun, the light can hardly SOUTHBRIDGE, MA How far it goes, no one knows go apple picking, you can take a hike and get through the thick lumber and leaves. Things around it try to distract you, notice the beautiful nature of Autumn The fallen leaves skipping around on the Who’s guilty, who’s innocent, but don’t let it disturb the peace. in New England. If you are quiet enough ground are so beautiful. The leaves on the I don’t feel qualified to decide; Beautiful as a picture, you can hear the wind rustling through trees are like an out of order rainbow. Being forced to go to jury duty, you can’t look away! the trees. I honestly love Autumn, it is The air smells like a sweet bowl of It isn’t fair. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ my favorite season. I love to sit under the sugar. The sap in the trees is sticky and I wasn’t at the crime scene, trees and see the leaves fall softly on the sweet and smells like earth and natural. Am I being told the truth? ground. And I also love to collect different Some leaves are still green and some are Plaintiff vs defendant. Spirit Night kinds of leaves and put them in my jour- red, orange, yellow, and brown, and some How long is this going to take? BY IRELAND BELLA HUFF, GRADE 6, nal and write about the different colors of them even have more than one color I would rather be at work. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL and the shape of the veins on the leaves. on them. It’s so hard to pick which color ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ of leaves is your favorite because all of ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ One dark, stormy night, Carl was walk- them are so pretty. You can rake all of ing home with his friends, Jeff and Essa, Autumn in New England the fallen leaves into a nice big pile and from Jeff’s house. Essa was carrying the BY GREGORY PAPPAS, 6TH GRADE ENGLISH then… JUMP!!! You can jump into the Fall Colors science project they had finished. Carl and LANGUAGE ARTS piles of leaves and it smells so sweet and BY PAIGE ROBIDOUX, GRADE 6, his friends arrived at the house, but things LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL natural. You have Thanksgiving which is LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL were different than usual. Furniture was Autumn is the season the leaves fall where people have a feast and celebrate moved, lights were on, and the TV was and everything turns beautiful. Autumn the Pilgrims and Native Americans. You Red is the color of fall. static. Then, all of a sudden, Essa dropped is the season of Halloween. The leaves are have Halloween Which is where you get The leaves falling to the the project they had all worked so hard falling, the ground’s becoming colorful, to dress up and get candy. You can pick Ground, ground, ground. on. “Nice going Essa!” said Jeff. After, and it’s finally cooling down in Autumn. apples and make apple pies and even make Essa dropped to the ground. She didn’t Autumn in New England is awesome. a fire when it is cold. The fires as warm as Yellow is the color of flinch or move. “Essa…you okay?” asked It’s not too rainy like Spring, not too cold the sun’s hot glare and the squirrels scur- the sour apples getting Jeff. “Leave her be. Just give her a lit- like Winter, and not too hot like Summer. rying ‘round and climbing the trees. Some of the trees are as small as a mouse. picked, picked, picked. tle time to settle.” Later, while Jeff and You’ll need a sweatshirt or even a jacket The others are taller than mountains. Carl were working on their project, Essa with the cold brisk air like the feeling Orange is the color of All the trees are shaped like humans, when you get out of the frigid ocean. The woke up…in a less friendly mood. She rocking out at a concert. The leaves are the pumpkin getting was never like this. It felt like someone branches on the trees like they’re hugging picked, picked, picked. more beautiful than a Peacock. The ani- the others makes the forest so thick like was controlling her. Essa found Jeff and mals, whether they fly, hop, or crawl, Carl and completely ruined the project… the leaves on the trees, but except for the Brown is the color of are out and running their own rat race. winter when the leaves fall down. The again! “Essa…are you ok now?” asked At dusk, the sky just seems to wake up. the bears going to hibernation going Carl. Essa gave Carl a dirty look. Jeff leaves diving down from the trees is so The days are getting tired, and the nights beautiful like a big bowl of froot loops home, home, home. went up to Essa and flicked her right in ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ are energized. When this short but loved ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ the head which changed everything about season ends, the next long, horrid one Fall the way she was acting. “Essa, what was begins. The clouds are cranky, shooting BY HANNAH KULARSKI, GRADE 6, up with you?” asked Jeff. “I-I don’t know. snow at us like bullets. The air still cools, The Hurricane LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL It d=felt like I was being controlled.” but faster, and before you know it, it’s BY KHARINE RIVERA, GRADE 6, “Well, you’re not being controlled now,” below freezing outside. But, until then, LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Fall is full of amazing things said Carl. “And hopefully it won’t happen New England is a beautiful place of fun, Pumpkin picking and scarecrow mak- again…” Or will it? animals, and a crisp breeze. The most Hurricane, we all think it’s a scary ing ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ beautiful season of all, Autumn. thing and we want to stop them. The prob- Fallen leaves and colorful trees ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ lem is, we aren’t doing anything at all. In Carving pumpkins and apple picking Autumn in New England The Beauty in Autumn fact, we are causing them to move clos- Fall festivals and hayrides BY PEYTON KNOTT, es north. Global warming, those words BY KASSANDRA PELOQUIN, might scare you more or less than hur- Cool weather and crisp air 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS The smell of pumpkin spice 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ricane. The truth is, it should scare you LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL makes everything nice. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL more if you know some things about it. It’s happening because we are breaking It’s fall in the woods, my senses are People say that nature is the beauty in the O-zone layer of the atmosphere with ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ awake like an owl in the dark. All of them the world. One must use imagination to cars which causes the sun’s rays to go Autumn have opened an eye, sight, touch, sound, see things in different taste,and scent. This is autumn from my through and make land and water warm- BY ABBI LANE, GRADE 6, ways that make ordinary into bigger er. It also makes ice melt, like maybe LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL point of view. things. When you walk right into the I see the wonderful colors of autumn, the glaciers in the Arctic and Antarctic. woods, you first notice all of the leaves- That brings us into flooding. Right now, In autumn there is very crisp smelling red, orange, and yellow. It’s like a beau- a yellow oak leaf, a red maple leaf or tiful painting with bright colors and elo- flooding is being caused by the Arctic air even a leaf that looks like it’s bruised. and Antarctic ice melting. That raises And there is no more candy to share quent designs. I taste the wild wind going When you start walking in deeper into down my throat every breath I take. As if the water level which goes onto land and Your mom is preparing your costume the woods, you see all different types of the wind was saying “swallow me up and causes flooding. That is not what anyone to wear trees that have different shapes. You step remember me forever as autumn wind.” wants so the goal is to uses less cars that And when she shows you it gives you over a fallen tree. You pass under a tree need gas. a scare I smell the Christmassy scent of the pine needles carpeted on the ground. It smells that looks like it has bull horns. You go Now let’s get into the hurricanes plus And, “Oh no! There’s a vampire over like fresh soil and a hint of cinnamon through trees that are friends. You jump more. The hurricanes have been mov- there!” and maybe some pumpkin spice too. I over a tree that look like it got shot. There ing closer north which has caused some The creepy décor is set up in your hear the whistling wind flying through is even a tree that looks like snakes are panic. For example, usually hurricanes room the branches and leaves like a cheetah on them. stay closer to the equator, but that hasn’t And the evil witch flies by on her let loose. I can touch with my hands the You look at the ground and you see pine been the case. Hurricanes have been broom interesting sticks and leaves that have needles covering the ground like a blan- going to Florida, Texas, Dominican The couple is dressed as a zombie bride fallen on the ground. I admire them ket. You walk into a secret path and find Republic, and Puerto Rico. This is hap- and groom closely and understand how amazing the a tree teepee and a beaver’s den. In the pening because the waters are getting The monster that passes by gives off an outdoors of autumn is in New England. woods if you move a branch you can find a warmer in the northern section of Earth. awful fume Autumn, it reminds me of a joyful time. beetle that’s crawling because it got free Since hurricanes can only travel to warm And the toddler walks by in their cute ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ from the tree. water, they go more north which makes costume them go farther and farther from the So, as you can tell, autumn is the best Autumn You can hear buzzing around and as equator. Unlike all the rest!! BY DANIEL BELTRAN, you’re screaming and running away from Now let’s get to the poor animals. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS the yellow jackets. You don’t notice that Animals like Arctic wolves are in danger. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL they just want to be your friend. You see Since they live in the Arctic area and Fall flowers that you might know and some BY BRODY LEMBO, GRADE 6, the ice is melting, they could lose their On the trail, I walked to a place where you might not know like a dead daisy, a LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL homes. Also, some dangerous animals a big tree fell on the ground and the big cute little white flower, and some pink like walruses have been washed up on tree looked like it was burnt with few flowers. They wave goodbye as you leave beaches. They have been denied help and I love watching bees dying leaves on it. I saw another tree that looked magical woods. While they can’t be flying that’s awful. I hope this has opened your decapitated on the ground and different ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ mind to help out and stop global warming. And now flowers are crying color and size leaves fell on the ground We all hate allergies next to it. A big hill where branches were ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Leaves may give us fleas sleeping on the ground covering the grass And people scare us until we go pee The Bad Weather with red, brown, and green leaves. The BY JANIEL R., GRADE 6, I love pumpkin picking trees look like a house but with no cover LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Autumn in New England But the time is quickly ticking for shelter. I went to a place where there BY LILLIAN GACHAU, While turkeys are getting thickened was a big gap in the ground that used to be 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Scarecrows are really scary This month, Puerto Rico has been hav- a pond. Maybe the pond is where the bea- ing a hard time because of the hurricane LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL My sister wants to be a fairy vers got their water but they had to move And bears get really hairy and everyone trying to get out of Puerto on. In the woods I saw a beaver dam, and a Rico. My grandma and grandpa are there, I know those of you living in Florida, big tree on a hill. The ground was covered don’t experience Autumn. And you are ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ too and I feel bad because I love them. in twigs making crackling sounds as I step They are feeling scared and my family is probably wondering what it is like. Well Halloween Night like a campfire burning. worried, too. I love them and hope they I can tell you now that it has dazzling BY SADIE CONNERY, GRADE 6, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ get out safely. colors. My mother would drive me down LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Autumn is in the Air the street to school and we’d pass bursting ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Autumn in New England colors of red, brown, yellow, orange, and BY LILITH FIELD, a brownish-green. The leaves on the trees On Halloween, things seem not right. BY NOAH HALLEN, 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS wave to me. The red peaks over the green While you’re in your bed tucked up 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL to say hello! The most delicious and popu- tight, LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL lar seasonal drink of fall, pumpkin spice. the ghosts and ghouls arise from their The leaves are changing color. Apples You can go anywhere Dunkin Donuts, grave, are blossoming, and those hated ants in “’Listen to the air brush the leaves,’’ my Starbucks, and any cafe or diner around who the doctors just could not save! your kitchen are there no more. Why friend said under her breath. New England and you will find anything The ghosts and ghouls crawl under you may ask? Well it’s Autumn in New As we walk down the path, the leaves pumpkin spice. They will have pumpkin your bed England!. When we stepped into the are guiding our way spice lattes, iced or hot coffee, cappuccino, and in the morning, they might eat woods the trees loomed above us like Somebody whining, ‘’Why can’t we stay and even espresso. The best part is they your head! giants. We wandered around a bit until here another day’’ are so good. It tastes like heaven. Some The zombies and spiders go out in the we found a good place to sit down and You can hear the CRUNCH and SIZZLES activities that you can do is make some night write. However while we were all still of the leaves while walking by apple or pumpkin pie, or go apple picking, and try to cause a Halloween fright! like statues in the woods some animals It is hard to describe the meaning of or even go camping. My favorite activity Then the zombies rip up Mom’s wed- came out to say hello! Mostly chipmunks autumn in New England it’s almost as I’m of them all is camping. It’s like a weekend ding gown and squirrels found our spot. I found dif- tongue tied, in the majestic woods. With the damp and the zombies invited a clown! ferent types of leaves that have fallen off Seeing the trees hold hands makes me grounds with a blanket of deep orange Then a witch flew in with her broom their trees. After a while we were called glad and when I’m out here with the air pine needles. You may see some squirrels and her magic blew a hole in the room! to another part of the woods that had a smelling like crisp apple pies , pass you by. Scurrying away fast is a natu- That was their fun on Halloween night beaver dam. I went back to my spot and Coming back to the classroom as I fastly ral thing that they do. So this doesn’t mean and in the morning, the humans were continued to discover Autumn in New rush inside, they are mad at you. I love fall it’s the best in a plight. England until the day ended. We like to show our pride of autumn in thing you can experience. Even though it’s ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ New England. cold out, it’s still very beautiful. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 9

(Suggested topics for November) The Next Write Stuff Will Publish On November 24. October 27 1. What are you most thankful for? Deadline For Submissions Is 2. What are your feelings about the NFL Friday, Nov. 17. “Knelt-down” during the National Anthem? The Thank you to Lamoureux Ford of East Wri te 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing Brookfield for continuing to be a sponsor of The Write Stuff… it’s “Where Friends up. How was your childhood different Send Their Friends!’ Also thank you to this from today’s standards, your kids’, your month’s authors for participating in our 16th Stuff grandkids’, etc? Season, and to Leicester Middle School Teachers Melissa Boratyn & Heather Stapel Essays, Short Stories, Memories, 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. for your students’ participation this month! We hope that you will join us again in Poems and more! 5. Topic of your choice November, and encourage others to write as well. This is a great class project, senior For more information or to submit for next month, center project, or for anyone who enjoys Open to ALL ages email [email protected] or call 508.909.4062 writing and sharing their thoughts.

Autumn in New England Autumn in New England Autumn in New England Autumn in New England BY SAMUEL REINKE, BY GABRIELLE PIETRI, BY LAYLAH SUMMERS, BY HANNAH COLLETTE, 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL The ground is a blanket of colors. Leaves Autumn in New England is a very spe- Autumn is a beautiful time of year, Going into the wood is a breath of fresh that are red, orange, yellow, green, and cial time for New Englanders. The trees the birds are chirping and the squirrels are air leaving all my worries behind, brown scatter the ground. The “crunch!” drop their green leaves and then they turn rustling up the trees. Autumn is one of my What are we going to find about Autumn of leaves when you walk. The leaves are into a beautiful colors and patterns that favorite times of year. One of my favorite in New England? on top of small mud hills, covered in pine are yellow, red, green, and brown. There things to do is look at all the leaves in the The pond is dried up to a crisp and the needles. Trees are high overhead, and are teenage friends in the woods during trees with vibrant colors like red, green, ground a wet paper towel. they form a roof of green. Up high, the sky autumn. They walk and they see a pond yellow, brown, and orange. I also love when A dreadlock of a pine cone, sprints high beyond the horizon. This, is with a river connected to it. They follow the leaves fall out of the tree like colorful Leaves fade red to orange. Autumn in New England. the river and the river ends with a pond raindrops. I put them in a pile and jump Fallen branches reroot together as a Every year, many people come to New The friends find a track that they don’t off my lofty swingset into them. It is cool to teepee. England to see the beauty of it. They know of. Sam finds it first while the go out and smell the beautiful outdoors in The leaves are shaped all different, as it marvel at the sight of its color. A cool, friends rush over “It looks like a track Autumn. This is also apple picking season, differs on how they were raised. light breeze sways the trees. The fresh clo- of an animal but, i’m not sure what it so you can go to apple orchards and pick a Tranquil caterpillars tearing away at ver will be covered in the mornings dew. is?”. They are discussing this they think big bag of apples to bring home. You can the cold and brittle beige leaves. Fruits and berries take naps on the trees, it’s a bear track so they get scared. They make some delicious things like apple pie, All my worst dreams turn to the peace- as they wait for someone to pick them. run as fast as they can until they are an apple turnover, apple sauce, just eat the ful sound of a chirping crickets. Dead trees are hidden among the vibrant finally out in the open. There they see the apples, and more. There is also Halloween Leaves fall as a wounded soldier in and alive trees. In the woods, it`s a mini biggest trees, so lofty that they’re like as where you can dress up as anything you their worst battle. jungle, proud and true. skyscrapers. So conspicuous that it looks want whether it is something scary or not Termites leave little bark, as they shave Trees of all different colors and all dif- like they’re reaching the clouds. They and get candy. But my favorite out of all of the trees bare to the bone. ferent sizes hide among the woods. “Chirp, also look like giants reaching to grab the these is enjoying nature from inside and The pine cones hut together as a bed for Chirp!” the birds say, making their con- sun. There was a dare to climb a tree and out. Some things you may like is camp- the animals hibernation. versations fly like a pretty flute playing. the boy saw about 1 mile away “this is a ing or hiking during Autumn. There are It is a forest of the animal’s own nation. You will get lost in the woods, lost in the great view from up here,” said the boy. everlasting things to do in Autumn, you wonders of Autumn. You can see the tan- Out in the open and able to just look back. should come and enjoy an Autumn in New A vacuum lays beyond the wood miles gled ropes that look like vines, running up They look at the view of the wind blowing England with me. in clear sight. the trees. In the middle is a pond, beautiful at the leaves. They turn around and see a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The trees collapse as nature bridges for with shimmering water. If you are there wonderful variety of animals living in the the animals to cross. at the right time, you should be able to ecosystem. Autumn In New England The racket of the chipmunks are the maybe see some animals. Turtles, cater- Squirrels hiding acorns, rabbits dig- BY ZACHARY JACKSON, noisy neighbors to the hibernating bear. pillars, and birds all gathering around the ging holes, and this is when the teens talk. 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Brotherly love is lost in the forest, for pond. Off the pond is a stream. With fallen They are still on their journey and they LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL they are on their own. tree branches connecting from one side to can’t wait to see what comes up next. The trees sway like a hawaiian dancer. another, it makes a wonderful bridge. Oh, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ On a cold frigid day the trees are mov- what a wonderful sight! ing like someone was on a rocking chair. Soggy wet furry ground. Autumn in New England is colorful and Autumn in New England The wind was howling like a lion. Birds Stand up at the mud will pull you in. amazing. Some leaves are multi-colored BY KYLE RICE, chirping. Squirrels climbing up trees. The loud break of the wind whistles with red and orange on one leaf, or green 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Butterflies and bees flying. Lots of living like a cold hummingbird seeking food. and yellow on a leaf! It`s truly a wonderful LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL things start to hibernate. The trees grow big to store all their sight! There are flowers, some are dande- Leaves are falling and turning from green personality. lions. There are all different types of trees, Autumn in New England is something to yellow and orange. The pond and lakes The tangent of the trails show the mys- some are birch, some are oak, and some special to me. Autumn is so tranquil and are getting colder. Trees are surrounding teries of the wood. are maple. Some are weird shaped, almost calming everywhere you go because of you. When you feel the breeze it is so com- Contemplation on what we take for like a cocoon. Caterpillars and other crea- all the animals and leaves. Red, orange, fortable. The grass stops growing. Many ] granted Autumn in New England. tures hide among them, being sneaky. brown they are so unique my mom and needles from the pine trees on the ground Autumn in New England is a magnifi- I go outside and sometimes pick up the making me feel like it’s turning into winter. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ cent sight, I wouldn’t want to miss it for pretty ones even though they are all pret- Trees are starting to hibernate. Branches the world! ty. It is amazing when you are in the are falling off. Vines are on the trees. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ woods you get the real feel of it all. The Children making a pile of leaves and then Autumn In New England trees fell onto the ground are cool because jumping in it. Going apple picking is such BY: ALLIE BLAIR, Autumn in New England they look like forts that people built back a glory. As the moon touches down behind 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Fall’s Enchantment in the day. Insects are crawling inside of the pond, everything starts to smell like LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL BY ANDREW BOISVERT, them.. The things that make it special are winter has come. Winter, why do you have 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS all the colorful leaves, and all the animals to start so early? As the snow comes down, Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh goes the leaves LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL that come out in Autumn like butterflies, winter is here and all the leaves have fallen as they fall from the sky. Sometimes peo- a lot more squirrels and even a lot more off trees. Trees are covered with snow... ple say why, why, why, do these leaves The day so beautiful like a true piece of art birds to migrate. It is amazing and I wish ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ have to go bye bye? The crunchy leaves and fallen branches that all the people around the world have Winter is a coming and the snow is This is fall’s enchantment Autumn going to get to falling, Autumn like in Hawaii and Alaska. Now BY SHAWN BLONIASZ, The warm breeze flying by the fun part is that when all the leaves fall so bye bye leaves come again next year. The small squirrels climbing high 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Your bright green color is amazing. you can rake them up and jump into them LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Termites inside perished logs and all you hear is “ swoosh and puff’’. I The fall colors almost seem infinite like Topped of with small frogs. love Autumn I wish I had some trees in they will never end. The forest transforms from plain to The cool fall nights leave a crisp smell my backyard so i could sit in them and mixed with paint. When you walk outside, Bright leaves along with dark just relax. The leaves that fall off the lofty in the air. Walking over so much bark to close to a tree all you hear is “SNAP! The once dewy grass will sometimes trees remind me of little rain drops from CRACK! CRUNCH!”. The sound gets annoy- Orange berries filled with poison the sky! have a little frost on them. Along with mysterious noises. ing but the forest’s beauty makes up for it. There are no leaves on the trees almost ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The outside wonders of autumn are magi- like the vines climbing up them are chok- cal and absorb up the plainness around it. Mossy covered trenches Autumn in New England ing them to death. Dry pond marshes BY SELENA HO, While the ponds are getting ready to freeze, it gets covered with shadows and leaves. In The once beautiful pond now muddy, Leaves as light as feathers 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS the forests roots and leaves team up to hide and covered in branches like it is sick. Vibrant colors like a rainbow. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL a tripping trick. The trees standing tall and Be careful for the big black thorns that proud, throwing pine needles and leaves look like they are knives that are ready to Dim sky filled with clouds Don’t you just love Autumn? Autumn at visitors. A giant blender spilled on the stab you. Surrounding noises very loud in New England has leaves everywhere leaves in the forest. When these times are over all is cov- Sloppy grass all around you step. In a forest, you can see leaves ered in white and there are no more color- Pesky bugs landing on skin. falling off of trees. Up close, you can see The scruffy leaves on the ground when ful trees to be seen. very bright green leaves that look like a animals run and soon the last bird call was Pinecones falling and dispersing seeds meadow filled with green grass. There are made and the bugs fly away to. The plants ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ To complete their cycles needs vibrant yellow leaves that look like a very are dying but they are still beautiful with Animals collecting food for winter bright sun. There are vines that wrapped their leaves and everything is wallowing. The temperature feeling chilly and bitter. themselves around the tree. There is tree Fall is Coming The crunch is louder than a bird call. All BY ANGELIS PROCTOR, GRADE 6, sap on the trees that look like the trees the noise from animals is as quiet as a Birds sitting in their nest like a watchdog LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL were crying. If you are ever walking in meeting and at some moments you could Small droplets falling down like a pail onto Autumn down a forest and you are wear- hear a pin drop. At those moments, you flowers ing sneakers, you should know that the won’t here and you will only see the beauty Fall is coming Frightened chipmunks like olympic sprint- forest will always untie your shoes. There of the forests. Here’s how I know ers. are plants that look like zig-zag lines from Some trees will look prickly and some The air is crisp The smell like a pumpkin pie straight from afar but, up close they look very unique will be the best sight that you will ever see. Acorns are falling the oven and interesting. When you look at trees ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ The leaves are dancing Vines twisting around trees like a sloth it’s a combination of yellow leaves, green Fall is coming around a branch. leaves, red leaves, and orange leaves. And that’s how I know The tall tree tops far away When you see all the colors mixed togeth- Autumn in New England BY AIDEN BAILLARGEON, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Too tall to climb to your dismay er it looks like an ombre. The trail widens and narrows On the grass, you can see leaves on the 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL A strange pathway. ground. If you look very closely, you can ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ see a beautiful pattern, that looks like Autumn in New England very talented artwork. As you walk you The wind is like chimes. Where the pond BY JACOB ALTMAN, The Autumn Wood Walk can see red and yellow berries. The trees used to flow now lies a mosaic of branch- 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS BY MATT DIRENZO, are very tall and it looks like the bean- es. The ground where the pond use to lie LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, now is a mudpile. The litter’s color has stalk in the fairytale “ jack and the bean- LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL stalk”. The trees look like the tower in “ almost completely faded and the fallen tree “ Crunch, crash, thunk” most of the now noticeable. Since the ivy has tangled Rapunzel”. You can see squirrels finding sounds i hear when Autumn in New The trees over the pond made it look nuts on the ground and climbing on trees. and is eating the life of a once glorious England comes. tree. The interlocking trails take you on an like it the spider web of the trees was You can see many different kinds of ants I see trees with beautiful leaves birch going to lurk up and EAT you. Walking wandering around. If you are wondering adventure. The leaves, the fallen trees now and oak most visible. Some trees are lofty nature’s litter. The chipmunk climbs the through the woods with a deep, damp bed why ants would be wandering around like and some are short; each tree like a paint- tree in pursuit for food. The trees are con- of leaves under my feet. My feet still damp that, It is just part of their everyday life. ing at its finest. Leaves brustle like a stantly guarding the old pond. The arches from the midday rain. The fresh air up As you are walking, you should see leaves dog shaking off water. The sun beams my nostrils made my brain more active. are a gateway to another adventure. The on the leaves, so you notice its vibrant falling off the branches and that’s because leaves have a pattern lost like a street for We came upon a tall tree with spider like autumn goes by very fast. So, in the mid- colors pleasing for the eyes to see. Colors limbs. The pond was covered with bland, the insects to navigate. come at you with a flash of red,yellow,or- dle of autumn many trees are about to die The tallest tree, the king of the wood, for leaves and mosses. Then we continued. and the air gets colder. That is a sign of ange,green, and brown. When you look There was a little river but empty. About the rest of nature are his royal subjects. around, all you can see is the colors of winter. The end of Autumn is always the The fallen trees are nature’s bridges. The 5 minutes later we came across a jum- worst… but a new surprise around the autumn with a splash of color everywhere ble of vines that looked like they were crunch of the leaves are nature’s music you look. It looks like a beautiful painting corner! What is that you may ask? Well, with the great oak as the conductor. The playing twister. But I assumed it was a it’s winter time coming along just to say, of just colors of leaves. Some leaves are wolves’ den. We traveled on. There was a trees sway back and forth softly.The trees shattered similar to a broken piece of glass “Surprise!” have entered their hibernation. The ivy tree lying dead in the middle on the path. but some are perfect like a good book. You It didn’t bother us so we stepped over ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ and the trees are at constant war. The birds might see a spider eying its prey ready to are long gone now and the wood is a quiet and carried on. We looped around to an strike. Trees of all types holding hands opening. A soccer field. The trees looked place. They have started the journey to find and reaching for your attention. The crisp food. The flowers have died; they were great like they were endless with pink, brown, fall breeze will nip at your skin, blue skies green, and yellow splattered all over.But men and women. The sound of the noisy with puffy clouds like cotton candy. You world is gone the vines sway in the wind the this wasn’t the end we walked back in and can smell pine needles which smells close a tree looked like it was a baby clinging to animals scattered across the ground the the to maple syrup. You can go apple picking wind blows like a vicious wolf ready seek its mother. We finally hit the opening and they make hot apple pie. Also, you can sadly it was time to go inside. his prey. The trees split like an acrobat. make a scarecrow out of hay. These are The squirrel dance like a graceful ballerina. some of the wonderful things in Autumn ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ This is wonderful Autumn in New England. in New England. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 10 SPENCER NEW LEADER •Friday, October 27, 2017

(Suggested topics for November) The Next Write Stuff Will Publish On November 24. October 27 1. What are you most thankful for? Deadline For Submissions Is 2. What are your feelings about the NFL Friday, Nov. 17. “Knelt-down” during the National Anthem? The Thank you to Lamoureux Ford of East Wri te 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing Brookfield for continuing to be a sponsor of The Write Stuff… it’s “Where Friends up. How was your childhood different Send Their Friends!’ Also thank you to this from today’s standards, your kids’, your month’s authors for participating in our 16th Stuff grandkids’, etc? Season, and to Leicester Middle School Teachers Melissa Boratyn & Heather Stapel Essays, Short Stories, Memories, 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. for your students’ participation this month! We hope that you will join us again in Poems and more! 5. Topic of your choice November, and encourage others to write as well. This is a great class project, senior For more information or to submit for next month, center project, or for anyone who enjoys Open to ALL ages email [email protected] or call 508.909.4062 writing and sharing their thoughts. Mysteries of Autumn Autumn in New England Autumn in New England Autumn Time BY LOGAN POTTER, BY: CHLOE BOUCHARD, BY OWEN COLLETTE, BY: GRACE BUJAK, 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

The gateways of trees welcomed us into Autumn in New England is a breath “Whoosh!” the wind replied as we The leaves twirled around in the wind the magical woods. A place where crea- of fresh air after the oppressiveness of came outside through the front door. As like a dancer on the stage. The lines on tures run wild and trees fall into bridges summer and before the frigid winter. The we stepped outside and into the woods. The the trees as if wrinkles on a person’s face. and trails that lead to places unheard of. trees outside are dancers as they sway trees, are swaying to the breeze like happy The leaves are fire on the trees or the As we entered the woods, I started hearing their long arms in the wind. The leaves all people singing songs around a campfire. We ground. You can watch the leaves dance the crackles of leaves and twigs as if they came down at once like snowflakes during got on the trail, quick as mice, and went to down from the trees onto the ground. Or are wood burning in the fire on a cold a blizzard. From afar they looked bright snoop out what nature has got for us. The you can watch kids jumping into leaf piles night. The moss is green like granny smith but slightly plain. But, when you come breeze is gently blowing, like a human run- as if a candle is being blown out. People apples. The wet leaves fell from the trees up close, they are the most beautifully ning through the woods. We stayed on the raking leaves as the sun touches the hills. and touched the wet blanket of other leaves detailed little things that are so different trail and found a lot of what nature holds. The squirrels store nuts in the ground as that took a journey to the earth surface. The from one another. The veins on the leaves The swamp is all logs covered in moss quickly as they can for winter like they fallen trees have twisted and turned around twisted this way and that, avoided bump- like when grass covers the rocks. You can were being timed. Nature is truly beauti- each other like the donut twists at Dunkin ing into each other. hear some animals close by. Birds chirp- ful in general at this time of the year. You Donuts. When you look up, down, left, and As we walk on, the muddy dirt grasped ing in the morning, like an alarm clock can hear the birds chirping in the woods, right you can see trees, leaves, and paths. onto your shoes as if it was trying to keep going off at dawn. The entryway back to the and the crunching of your feet on the dead It is a beautiful sight. There were so many you in the woods forever. We came across swamp is now covered with muddy leaves leaves. You can see all the beautiful trees places to go and see. In the distances I hear a fallen branch with berries. The berries, and logs, damp and wet. Vines tangle down with the bright colors of leaves, and other the growl of a lawn mower like the roar of yellow as the sun, will soon be red as a a huge pine twisting and curving like a long trees getting bare and almost no more a fierce lion. If you look close enough you cherry as we get further into this chilly dirt road. We can hear the sound of the leaves left on them. You can smell the can see the spots of foot prints of animals season of Autumn. The pine trees smelled wind go by our ears. We go out onto a field the crispness in the leaves in the air. You such as deer or mice. They rule the forests and sit down and write what we feel and as fresh as a candle with its needles pointy can touch the trees and feel the bumps like a king of medieval times. If you look hear. We then, retrace our footsteps back as a pin. The clouds up in the bright blue and curves on them. You can feel the cool close enough you can find perfect trees that through the woods. We see pretty flowers allow you climb up and up and up. They sky were marshmallows. The white and and look at the swamp more closeup. It is breeze that is whipping against your skin. are like the obstacle courses that they have yellow flowers on the ground were becom- like a big ditch with no water to be seen. The wind is whistling like calling your on american ninja warrior. As we left the ing weaker and weaker in the cool breezy There are huge trees that loomed over the name. The birds flying around this way woods it felt like the trees closed shut like a weather. Eventually, they will fall to the swamp, blocking it from sight. The path is and that looking for the last worm out of magical book case in a mystery movie. ground, along with the leaves, and lay damp and muddy. We saw eggs and animal the ground. At night time the sun starts ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ there, crumpled in silence. laid down in a pile of dirt. The trees were as to dance down behind the hills and build- Every once in awhile, you will find a colorful as a painter’s picture. The breeze ings quicker. All this nature combined Autumn in New England small pinecone, as scaly as a fish. Pairs of blew and twenty leaves flew down from the together makes an incredible autumn that BY WILLIAM PANEPINTO, birds fly off together, wing in wing, to a trees. We backtracked through the swamp gives goosebumps as you walk outside 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS warmer place to stay for the almost gelid then took one last stop and found some and hear and see and smell all of these glo- LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL season. As they pass, you can hear their very all trees. They loomed over the tennis rious things. Separate they are pretty, but loud vicious chirps, in hope to attract courts, and sheltered the outside from rain. combined they are astonishing. These are As I approached the woods, I heard the other birds in their direction. The bun- It was a wonderful adventure! all of the signs that make up an autumn wind shrieking in my ear and making my nies, far on their way to their burrows, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ and the beginning of a winter. face as red as a cherry. When I saw the left behind their “special trademark”, in outer part of the trees, I was amazed. It hope to have a part of them stay in the Autumn in New England ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ was a mix of red, orange green and yellow forest forever. BY ELLA PRICE, Snap! Snap! The twigs crunched as you 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Autumn in New England leaves with a few conspicuous dead trees BY MEGHAN LE, waiting their turn to come crashing down. took a step, farther and farther into the LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, As I entered the forest, I spied a dried large appealing area of trees as tall as a up swamp with a web of tree branches skyscrapers with their leaves traveling The slight breeze is coming about and LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL dispersed across it. Then, as I looked up, around from here to there. All of the water the crispy air hits your cheeks. These are I saw a big blanket of tree branches and from the small pond evaporated, leaving signs it is time for Autumn in New England. Why do they call it “Fall” you ask? Well leaves covering the pond letting a limited a damp, dried out hole in the ground. A rainfall of colors come crashing down. I don’t know but here’s a guess, because amount of sunlight shine through. I also Logs lay in the hole, spreading out as far Faded and bright reds, oranges, yellows, the leaves FALL, get it? spotted a tree at the back of the swamp as they can, as they sleep. As you enter a and browns crunch and snap as you step. that was angled in an odd way. And when wet clearing, cool blue water drips down The air whispers as if it is trying to tell you The first thing I see is the floor covered I looked the opposite way, I saw a ravine up from the leaves at the tops of the trees. something. Lofty trees soar high over your in colorful leaves. As you keep walking in leading to the other side of the path like a The trees turn into open space as you head, and as you look up you see a web of you see more and more fallen branches. branches staggering to the top. The smell secret passageway. Then I walked a little walk toward the end of the what seemed The tree branches reaching down at us as like the neverending woods. A cool breeze of Autumn that everyone knows is very a friendly,“Hello!”The trees reaching for farther down the trail and found a fallen fragrant, like when you smell a perfume. tree that blocked part of the path off like passes by when you step out of the for- the sky. The fallen branches and trees, a est. Everything is different. It seems as Pinecones are scattered across the soft soil. bridge for the insects and animals. The a bodyguard protecting its ruler. As I trot- “Snap!” goes the branches as you step on ted around the tree, I saw a little foxhole though time had stopped in the colorful pond dry as dust holding all the branch- woods. You walk home, slow as a sloth them while exploring. Branches block you, es and leaves. The branches curved like behind a few logs that made it look like like guards protecting something precious. it was blocked off for a reason. Walking in molasses, still taking in the beauty of a roller coaster at an amusement park. the sights you have just perused. There is Trees look like opposites, some vibrant and Everyone is so quiet that you can hear the around I continued to see vines climbing some dying reaching out to try to live anoth- and twirling up and down trees. I also nothing else as breathtaking as autumn in leaves crunching and crackling. When er day. Leaves look as if they have veins like you look close enough you see the carv- noticed there were leaves all around on New England - except maybe winter! humans do. Bugs buzz across your face like the forest floor crinkling as I stepped on o be conquered by spring once again. ings or patterns on the trees. The bit- someone who just wants to talk. As you step ter-sweet berries like little baby orang- them like their bones were snapping in ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ out after exploring the woods like someone half. And, as I concluded my nature walk es. The vines climbing up the trees like Autumn, witnessing a beautiful piece of art, you see people climbing up a rope. The branches I saw another path leading to the opposite the beauty that which is Autumn in New side of the door giving me a whole new The Most Vibrant Season snapping as each person takes a step. England. The trees litter the ground with leaves. view of everything. In conclusion, fall is BY MOLLY BAKER, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ like a delightful bridge from summer to 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS As I walk out of the wood I look back and realize the color of the leaves as pretty as a winter. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL The Seasons War rainbow, but are slowly dying out, losing ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Leaves are an array of candy corn. BY MICHAEL CONNLY, to the cold. Many people marvel. This is what we in 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Autumn In New England New England get to see every day! But we LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL BY JAYLA O’NEAL, take it for granted because it’s all we’ve 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS My New England Autumn ever known. They are vibrant colors The leaves as if a man in the sky was BY JACKSON RICARTE, LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL such as cherry red, lemon yellow and painting the sunset and spilled his paint 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, tiger orange. They are the most popular in upon the treetops. LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Autumn winds swoop down out of many families who love the color chang- The crumpled crunchy dead plants that nowhere like a superhero taking away ing leaves such as mine. P.S Orange is my have given up for the winter and sprawled The lofty trees twisted as the old Summer! In nature there are many things themselves on the ground could give away favorite! Hint I love Autumn! leaves crunched. The termites we found that a lot of people already know. But I just took a small little walk a little the presence of a mouse.The branches what about, little cool designs in the tree stretch out their arms and hug each other were creepy just like the spider’s nest . while ago and saw the most beautiful It hung upon a old crunched red leaf. The bark? As I was walking through the trail, I things! For example I saw a lake that has only to get tangled and intertwined forev- spotted some different things on the trees. er, and the squirrels hide up in their Little ground covered with a bed of foliage. The been empty I believe for many months wind waving around in the air. I took a closer look and saw that all of the now. I and other people who were there warm homes to eat hazelnuts and acorns trees had a different pattern on them, that for the winter. The cattle huddle up like The trees very different twisted all were curious to see if it was wet. It was! around . The tree that looked the best was is something that I never noticed before. It turned out this lake was a gigantic penguins in their fields screaming moos “Chirp Chirp.” Birds chirping all around of woe . the one that had curved looking like a sponge! It just absorbs all of the water snake on a branch with his head hanging me and occasional sounds of sticks falling which then evaporates. The most beauti- The water even goes away and crystals form like diamonds in the ice. down. When I went farther in I saw my old off of trees and hitting the ground. ful site though in that lake was all of the The flowers give in too as they close school over a field of grass and hill. Then fallen leaves that were filling up an empty On the trail I saw little baby fruits as their heads and die. I found a great spot to write quiet as can bathtub. It was a lovely sight. The earthworms dig frantically to escape be. With very little disturbance other than big as a grain of sand growing on a fallen Another cool thing was seeing all of tree limb. When you look closer to the the clutches of the cold. a few voices. There I wrote covered in the tree branches without their leaves The cold sweeps the land, looking for the spot with its hay like grass. I saw the things around you get the chance to see on them. One tree’s branches made the things that you did not know was so close any living thing that didn’t prepare for his clouds like a cover in the sky for the sun. tree look like they are having a bad hair claws. A flaming ball of heat bright as ever in to you. Big bulky branches hanging above day. Another looked like a stick lollipop. me as I look up. The clouds look like soft The cold then drops his bombs of crys- autumn. I can just imagine night all black Also forest animals are very lucky if they tal snow upon the land and those who with a fox hunting using its amazing marshmallows gliding along the sky just like gymnastics. Fallen trees are balance waiting to be touched! Leaves changing don’t prepare are disintegrated into the sight, find and stalk prey. It covered with beams and vines are climbing ropes. It’s white and engulfed by the cold and then a sound of frog croaking and bug attracted color making the ground look so much a built in gymnastics gym. The vines also more vibrant and colorful! the cold defeats Autumn and Winter him- in the night. Parched squirrels hurry up can double as playground swings for the self rises from the last year only t~ ~ ~ ~ ~ the tree like fawns learning to walk. little animals. The wall of vines I found was As I take a closer look I see that all Now, now sound is just as important as The Forest in Autumn leaves have different things on them. really cool and neat. Soon I can’t wait sight for there are many sounds to hear. BY JAMES SWEENEY, 6TH GRADE ENGLISH for all the fresh fruit to be ripe and for Mosquitos might be annoying but every For example you can hear dogs barking LANGUAGE ARTS, LEICESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL bird, insect and animal has a purpose! me to eat . The apples are red as blood wanting to go outside to enjoy the beauti- and pumpkins are orange as the sun. Crunching as you are walking like step- ful fall weather. The birds are also tweet- As we walked outside, the dark, myste- ping on potato chips. The sun shying Blueberries are ripe like old wrinkles and ing their last goodbyes to their home, rious forest loomed ahead, like an evil for- blue like the old water this my perspective away from me letting me know that sum- getting ready to migrate. Finally you will tress out of place in the golden sunlight. mer is on the clutch of ending. Making of autumn you should tell me yours. hear the crunching sounds of sticks and We walked in and saw trees everywhere. ~ ~ ~ ~~ me a little sad, but wind whispering to me leaves but no voices for everyone wants to Most had green leaves, but some had red telling me everything is going to be okay. hear the lovely sounds of Autumn. and yellow and brown and orange leaves, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ There are shapes throughout the forest sunlight shining through them all.. There hidden in the small leave broken sun- were also vines,wrapping around the light. Such as the turtle shells patterns trees like snakes, strangling them while on the tree’s bark or the veins on the they begged for mercy. Some trees lay oddly shaped leaves. The forest can be fallen, choked to death by the vines. The somewhat spooky too because the light forest is an evil palace of vegetation. disappears faster these days and makes The forest was as quiet as a mouse, the forest dark and gloomy. It also casts a and you could only see trees wherever chill in the air that adds to the spookiness. you looked. There were also pine nee- The dark, spooky forest. dles everywhere, along with fallen leaves, Again I love Autumn! Clouds are lay- sticks, and weeds. We also found a dried ered like cake and colorful leaves are up pond, now filled with a spiderweb of like cherry blossom petals blowing in the sticks and twigs. The leaves were also wind. Autumn is beautiful and makes hanging from the bare trees, falling until New England beautiful every year. the trees branches, once full of leaves, ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ became a large mass of wooden arms in the air. The forest is a beautiful sight in autumn. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 11 CALENDAR LEGALS Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court caregivers. Program followed by open mation, call Joyce Gamache at (508) Probate and Family Court CALENDAR play time. The free Afterschool Fun 754-2821. continued from page B­­­ 3 Worcester Probate and Family Court program is today from 4-4:45 p.m. for 225 Main Street children from k-grade 5. SIT AND KNIT: knitting group every ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP: Worcester, MA 01608 Tune in Together on Thursdays is Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Merriam On the third Wednesday of each month, (508) 831-2200 a music and movement program for Gilbert Library, West Brookfield. Bring 6-7 p.m. at the Overlook Independent toddlers and preschoolers and their your sewing, embroidery, knitting or Docket No. WO17P2587EA Living Building, fourth floor Solarium, caregivers, sponsored and presented by crochet and enjoy some socializing CITATION ON PETITION FOR 88 Masonic Home Road, Charlton. The CFCE. Meets from 11 a.m.-noon. while you work on your project. FORMAL ADJUDICATION intent is to build a support system, Paws and Pages encourages chil- Estate of: exchange practical information, talk dren to become better readers by ECONOMICAL: First Congregational Sophie J Magill through issues and ways of coping, sharing a book with trained therapy Church, 207 Main St., Spencer, (508) 885- Also Known As: Sophie Julia Magill share feelings, needs and concerns and dogs. This program is possible because 2149. Economy Shop hours, open every to learn about community resources. Date of Death: 09/09/2015 of the generosity of trainer, Barbara Wednesday, 8 a.m. to noon; Thursday, 8 Contact Kathy Walker at (508) 434-2551 or To all interested persons: Laborde and her canine helper. Come a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 8 [email protected] for more A Petition for Formal Probate of Will between 4-4:15 p.m. on Thursdays to a.m. to noon. information. Presented by Alzheimer’s with Appointment of Personal Repre- reserve a spot. Association MA/NH Chapter, visit (800) sentative has been filed by N-37: Bingo at the Knights of 272-3900 or alz.org. Thomas M Brunton of Holiday FL FREE FOR MOM & KIDS: There Columbus, 10 Meadow Road, Spencer will be free weekly parent/child pro- every Thursday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. requesting that the Court enter a formal ECONOMY SHOP: 1st FIRST grams from 9 to 11 a.m. Fridays and The first game starts at 6:30 p.m. Along Decree and Order and for such other re- CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, Wednesdays at the North Brookfield with our regular games we feature two lief as requested in the Petition. 207 Main St., Spencer; (508) 885-2149. Elementary School, New School Road, winner take all games, two 50/50 games The Petitioner requests that Open every Wednesday 8 a.m. to noon; North. The program runs on school and two progressive jackpot games with Thomas M Brunton of Holiday FL Thursday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.& 6 to 8 pm; calendar and closes for vacation and payouts of $600 and $500 respectively. be appointed as Personal Representa- Friday 8 a.m. to noon. Come in to see inclement weather according to North Good food and soft beverages are avail- our new Fall line. tive(s) of said estate to serve Without Brookfield School calendar. This free able at Judy’s Kitchen. Come and enjoy Surety on the bond in an unsuper- program is sponsored by the Spencer, some good food, good people and hope- THRIFTY: St. Joseph-St. Pius X vised administration. Wachusett, North and East Brookfield fully win a little. Parish, 759 Main St., Leicester, (508) 859- IMPORTANT NOTICE Coordinated Family Grant in part- 8083. The “New To You” Thrift Shop. You have the right to obtain a copy of nership with the North Brookfield STAY HEALTHY: The VNA Care Hours: Tuesday, 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Elementary School. Funded by the Network and Hospice is holding a 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 Court. You have a right to object to this Massachusetts Department of Early free Keep Well Clinic to residents 60 p.m. Education and Care. For more informa- and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- tion, please call CFCE at (508) 885-2934 the Spencer Fish and Game Club on ney must file a written appearance and LIBRARY PROGRAMS: Richard or e-mail [email protected]. Mechanic Street. Local residents may objection at this Court before: 10:00 Sugden Library in Spencer has the have their blood pressure checked and a.m. on the return day of 11/21/2017. following weekly programs. For more SUPPER TIME: A free, community learn about health concerns. Blood This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- information contact the library at (508) meal is held on the first Tuesday of sugar, weight monitoring and other line by which you must file a written ap- 885-7513. the month at The Cross Roads Café health assessments may also be avail- Looking for a fun and education- pearance and objection if you object to Coffeehouse, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., at able. VNA Care Network and Hospice al activity to do with your toddler or this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely the Emmanuel Church, 25 Winthrop clinics are funded in part by the United preschooler? Come to toddler story written appearance and objection fol- Terrace, Warren. All ages are welcome. Way, local boards of health, private hour at 10 a.m. and meet other par- lowed by an affidavit of objections within There is no cover charge; however, a foundations. For up-to-date clinic infor- ents, enjoy songs, stories, and activ- thirty (30) days of the return day, action love offering is accepted as a gift to the mation visit www.vnacarenetwork.org ities with your 18 months to 3 year may be taken without further notice to band or musician as thanks to God for or call (888) 663-3688 x 5603. old. Caregivers must remain in the you. their sharing of their talent and gift for room with their toddler. Preschoolers the glory of God (www.emmanuelortho- IT’S A LUNCH DATE: The East UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION (ages 3-5) come at 11- caregivers must dox.org). Brookfield Baptist Church invites all UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS remain on the same floor. These are senior citizens to a Community Lunch UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) free programs but do require registra- STRE-E-E-TCH: Senior Exercises at 11:30 a.m. every second Thursday of A Personal Representative appointed tion which you can do when you arrive. Classes are held every Wednesday from the month in Fellowship Hall. A deli- under the MUPC in an unsupervised Today’s themes are drums and rhythm. 10 to 11 a.m. at the Rutland Community cious lunch and great desserts will be administration is not required to file an Join us at Bouncing Babies on Center, Glenwood Road. Enjoy an hour served. This will be followed by a time Wednesdays from 10-10:45 a.m. for a inventory or annual accounts with the of fun and exercise to music to help stay of fellowship and games concluding rollicking, good time! Meet other care- Court. Persons interested in the estate strong, fit, healthy and independent. with a devotional just before 2 p.m. givers, share stories, songs, & rhymes. are entitled to notice regarding the ad- Classes are co-ed and all are welcome. Reservations are encouraged. Call (508) It’s for ages birth to 24 months & their ministration directly from the Personal The fee is $4 per class. For more infor- 867-7725. Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the es- tate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First Justice of this Court. Date: October 16, 2017 Stephanie K. Fattman, www.StonebridgePress.com Register of Probate October 27, 2017

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(Suggested topics for November) The Next Write Stuff Will Publish On November 24. October 27 1. What are you most thankful for? Deadline For Submissions Is 2. What are your feelings about the NFL Friday, Nov. 17. “Knelt-down” during the National Anthem? The Thank you to Lamoureux Ford of East Wri te 3. Share your neighborhood memories growing Brookfield for continuing to be a sponsor of The Write Stuff… it’s “Where Friends up. How was your childhood different Send Their Friends!’ Also thank you to this from today’s standards, your kids’, your month’s authors for participating in our 16th Stuff grandkids’, etc? Season, and to Leicester Middle School Teachers Melissa Boratyn & Heather Stapel Essays, Short Stories, Memories, 4. Write a short story or poem about a turkey. for your students’ participation this month! We hope that you will join us again in Poems and more! 5. Topic of your choice November, and encourage others to write as well. This is a great class project, senior For more information or to submit for next month, center project, or for anyone who enjoys Open to ALL ages email [email protected] or call 508.909.4062 writing and sharing their thoughts.

Autumn In New England Autumn in New England hut is like the meeting place of the forest, like a place for BY KIARA CAVANAGH, BY JESSICA MCCARTHY, the whole forest to gather. As I walk to sit down the floor of the wood feels like a wet paper towel, when I sit down 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, LEICESTER MIDDLE 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, LEICESTER MIDDLE I notice moss covering the rock keeping it warm. As I sit SCHOOL SCHOOL down the leaves fall as they fallen and found a new home. As I lean to the tree to rest my back I feel the leaf vines Great big trees towering overhead The brisk autumn wind swoofed up took my hair by its climbing up the tree like they are providing clothes for the With bright bold leaves of green and red hand and threw it around my head. And as I moved the naked tree. I take a glimpse of the trees around me and real- Leaves as red as blood hair from my face, there standing in front of me was a tall ize that the tree branches reach down and litter the ground Some are as brown as mud lanky tree with broken limbs and a cracked side. But still with leaves. With every leaf that falls it changes color like Leaves as green as fresh cut grass in its own way it was perfect. As I walked through the wood it changes personality. Some are bronze like shiny brass the leaves cracked and crumbled as I stepped. Every tree As I walk outside of the wood the clear field takes my Leaves as yellow as the sun beating down tied together as if they are making homes for the animals. breath away and as I turn I realize I am leaving my home. And some are as red as the nose of a clown Beams of light shined in everywhere I looked from the And before I leave I take one last look at the wood and the The sun shines through the gaps in the trees little openings from the gaps in the trees. And in one beam trees huddled together like they were hiding a secret. But While your face gets hit by the nice cool breeze of light was a tree or a chair. It was a tree shaped like a we all have some secrets to hide. Leaves and nettles litter the ground chair for people in the wood to come and rest or maybe for ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ As the ones still up make a rustling sound someone to come, sit, and just take a look. As I was walking When the wind blows the leaves will fall down the path a rock got stuck in my shoe. I walked over to Autumn Then they sit there trying to stall a tree to lean on it and felt the rough and jagged bark that is BY ASHLYN DEARY, The soft cool breeze seems quite appealing keeping the tree warm through the seasons. 6TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, LEICESTER MIDDLE And the bright vibrant leaves give a tranquil feeling As I was walking there was a clearing in the wood and SCHOOL Ponds dried up where logs do lay there was a pond. Well a whole, a dried out pond with And everything in it seems to slowly decay logs lying at the bottom of the pond. The bees flying out Autumn is really a great season, with leaves falling, Bees nesting in the forest floor of the ground from under the logs as if the fallen trees birds chirping, winds howling, and much much more. Since the big bright flowers bloom no more made the home for the bees. As the pond went on it turned Sunsets are the prettiest they will ever be, With blue, Chipmunks and squirrels fighting over food, into a river, a deeper, skinner pond. The roots of the trees purple, pink, orange, yellow and red ombre spreading I see they aren’t in the fun fall mood reached from one side to another. Rivers can’t go on forev- across the sky. When you go hiking you can hear the Bird flocks screaming as they fly south er, but the river from the pond opens up to land to make the crisp crunch of the leaves getting killed from under your All of them here have a big loud mouth thought come around of “ Where did the river go?” little feet. Chipmunks scattering around as you walk The sky is as blue as a husky’s eye There at the end of the river was a fallen tree. The fallen closer and closer and closer and then, boom! It’s gone. And the clouds seem to flex as they fly by. tree has become a bench, where the squirrels hide and the The lofty trees cover the bright autumn sky. White sappy Come to New England to see these amazing leaves leaves cover the ground around the bench, showing some pine needles, falling onto your head. You will find lots of Just don’t forget to bring long sleeves sort of importance, but somehow its has no importance at ugly insects scurrying away as you trip over an old tree ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ all. And while the bench lays there in silence there are long stump. The winds are howling through the trees and you branches put over as a roof. And branches laid for the fire look up and see the trees swaying in the wind high above. after dinner. As I walk past the pond I caught a glimpse of This is autumn. a hut. A hut put together by nature. A hut stacked with logs ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ and a hole to climb inside to the warmth of the walls. The 12 SPENCER NEW LEADER •Friday, October 27, 2017 Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 13 14 SPENCER NEW LEADER •Friday, October 27, 2017 LEGALS LEGALS MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds to obtain a Special Permit under continued from page B11­­­ OF REAL ESTATE at Book 53470, Page 258 and subse- Sections 4.4.1.B under Accessory By virtue and in execution of the quently assigned to MTGLQ Investors, Use of the Spencer Zoning Bylaw to MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Power of Sale contained in a cer- L.P. by Federal National Mortgage construct a three bay garage with OF REAL ESTATE tain Mortgage given by Delia Association by assignment recorded storage area on a vacant lot across By virtue and in execution of the Connaughton to Mortgage Electronic in said Worcester County (Worcester the street from their primary resi- Power of Sale contained in a cer- Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee District) Registry of Deeds at Book dence. The property is located in the tain Mortgage given by Angela N. for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., 55583, Page 229; of which Mortgage Lake Residential zoning district. Erickson to Mortgage Electronic its successors and assigns., dated the undersigned is the present holder Interested Parties may review appli- Registration Systems, Inc., as nom- May 17, 2007 and recorded with the for breach of the conditions of said cations at the Office of Development inee for Northpoint Mortgage, Inc., Worcester County (Worcester District) Mortgage and for the purpose of fore- & Inspectional Services in Memorial its successors and assigns, dated Registry of Deeds at Book 41170, closing same will be sold at Public Town Hall located at 157 Main May 29, 2015 and recorded with the Page 366 subsequently assigned to Auction at 11:00 AM on November 14, Street Spencer, MA 01562, dur- Worcester County (Worcester District) The Bank of New York Mellon fka The 2017 at 63 Chestnut Street, Spencer, ing regular business hours from Registry of Deeds at Book 53781, Bank of New York, as Trustee for the MA, all and singular the premises 7:30am-4:30pm Monday-Wednesday Page 339 subsequently assigned Certificateholders of the CWALT, Inc., described in said Mortgage, to wit: and 7:30am-12:00pm on Thursdays. to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Alternative Loan Trust 2007-HY7C The land in Spencer with the buildings The ZBA is committed to ensuring that Association by Mortgage Electronic Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, thereon situated on the south side of its public meetings are accessible to Registration Systems, Inc., as nomi- Series 2007-HY7C by Mortgage Chestnut Street, and is bounded, as people with disabilities. Should you nee for Northpoint Mortgage, Inc., its Electronic Registration Systems, follows: Beginning at the Northeast require auxiliary aids, services, written successors and assigns by assign- Inc. by assignment recorded in said corner thereof, on the South side of materials in other formats, or rea- ment recorded in said Worcester Worcester County (Worcester District) said Chestnut Street; Thence Southerly sonable modifications in policies and County (Worcester District) Registry Registry of Deeds at Book 48101, Page about 99 feet by land formerly of J.B. procedures, please call 508-885-7500 of Deeds at Book 55754, Page 147; 242; of which Mortgage the under- Ethier; Thence Westerly about 24 feet ext. 180 in advance of the scheduled of which Mortgage the undersigned signed is the present holder for breach land formerly of Jaothim Ethier; Thence meeting. is the present holder for breach of the of the conditions of said Mortgage and Northerly about 33 feet and Westerly October 27, 2017 conditions of said Mortgage and for for the purpose of foreclosing same will about 66 feet by land formerly of November 3, 2017 the purpose of foreclosing same will be be sold at Public Auction at 12:00 PM Augustus Delude; Thence Northerly 66 sold at Public Auction at 3:00 PM on on November 14, 2017 at 135 Flagg feet, by land formerly of said Delude to Town of West Brookfield November 3, 2017 at 8 Oakland Drive, Road, East Brookfield, MA, all and the aforesaid street; Thence Easterly Zoning Board of Appeals Spencer, MA, all and singular the singular the premises described in said by the South line of said street, about A public hearing will be held on premises described in said Mortgage, Mortgage, to wit: 89 1/2 feet to the place of beginning. Tuesday, November 14 at 7:000 p.m. to wit: The land on Flagg Road in East granting also whatever right we may at the West Brookfield Town Hall, to A certain tract of parcel of land with Brookfield, being Lot 1, described in have to the use of a well on land act on an application for a Special the buildings thereon, situated on the a Plan of Land in East Brookfield, Southerly of above tract and excepting Permit for Neil White for the property northerly side of Oakland Drive in Massachusetts prepared for David P. whatever right of way there may be located at 117 Shea Road, West the town of Spencer, in the County of LeBlanc and Linda V. LeBlanc dated over 14 feet in width across the west Brookfield. The applicant wishes to Worcester, containing forty-four thou- March 15, 2002, and recorded in Plan side of said tract. For title reference construct a 15’x24’ carport at the above sand six hundred and sixteen (44,616) Book 780, Plan 51, at the Worcester see deed recorded with said Registry pre-existing nonconforming property square feet more or less and being District Registry of Deeds on May 7, of Deeds in Book 31945, Page 72. in Rural Residential District requires shown as lot #6 on plan to show 2002. Being the same premises con- The premises are to be sold subject to a Special Permit as per sections, Division of Land in Spencer, Mass. veyed to the herein named grantor(s) and with the benefit of all easements, -4. Dimensional Requirements, sub- owned by G. & C. Lussier Builders by deed recorded with the Worcester restrictions, building and zoning laws, section 4.2 Schedule of Dimensional by Kenneth Shaw, dated August County Registry of Deeds in Book liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursu- Requirments, (et al). 23, 1972, recorded with Worcester 31898, Page 283. ant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, The public is invited to attend. District Deeds, Plan Book 371, Plan The premises are to be sold subject to tax titles, water bills, municipal liens Renee Adams White 56. Premises to be conveyed are more and with the benefit of all easements, and assessments, rights of tenants Clerk particularly bounded and described as restrictions, building and zoning laws, and parties in possession. October 27, 2017 follows: BEGINNING at the southwest- liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursu- TERMS OF SALE: November 3, 2017 erly corner of the tract to be conveyed ant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND at an angle in the northerly line of tax titles, water bills, municipal liens DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) Notice of Public Hearing Oakland Drive at the southeasterly and assessments, rights of tenants in the form of a certified check, bank The Board of Selectmen will hold a corner of Lot #7. THENCE by Lot #7 N. and parties in possession. treasurer’s check or money order will public hearing on November 13, 2017 49° 49’ 49” E., 342.79 feet to an angle. TERMS OF SALE: be required to be delivered at or before at 6:05 pm on the Annual License THENCE by Lot #7 N. 29° 37’ 49” E., A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND the time the bid is offered. The suc- Renewals for 2018, including Class II, 120.00 feet to a rail fence. THENCE DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) cessful bidder will be required to exe- Class III, and Gravel. The hearing will by rail fence N. 85° 37; 49” E. 101.92 in the form of a certified check, bank cute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement be held in the McCourt Social Hall of feet to a ring of stones. THENCE by treasurer’s check or money order will immediately after the close of the bid- Memorial Town Hall, 157 Main Street, Lot #5 S. 35° 49’ 17” W. 492.63 feet to be required to be delivered at or before ding. The balance of the purchase Spencer. Oakland Drive. THENCE by Oakland the time the bid is offered. The suc- price shall be paid within thirty (30) Anthony D. Pepe, Chairman Drive N. 63° 47’ 29” W. 150.00 feet cessful bidder will be required to exe- days from the sale date in the form October 27, 2017 to the point of beginning. For title, see cute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement of a certified check, bank treasurer’s deed recorded herewith. immediately after the close of the bid- check or other check satisfactory to The premises are to be sold subject to ding. The balance of the purchase Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee Commonwealth of Massachusetts and with the benefit of all easements, price shall be paid within thirty (30) reserves the right to bid at the sale, The Trial Court restrictions, building and zoning laws, days from the sale date in the form to reject any and all bids, to continue Probate and Family Court liens, attorney’s fees and costs pursu- of a certified check, bank treasurer’s the sale and to amend the terms of Worcester Probate and Family ant to M.G.L.Ch.183A, unpaid taxes, check or other check satisfactory to the sale by written or oral announce- Court tax titles, water bills, municipal liens Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee ment made before or during the fore- 225 Main Street and assessments, rights of tenants reserves the right to bid at the sale, closure sale. If the sale is set aside Worcester, MA 01608 and parties in possession. to reject any and all bids, to continue for any reason, the Purchaser at the (508) 831-2200 TERMS OF SALE: the sale and to amend the terms of sale shall be entitled only to a return Docket No. WO17P3289EA A deposit of FIVE THOUSAND the sale by written or oral announce- of the deposit paid. The purchaser CITATION ON PETITION FOR DOLLARS AND 00 CENTS ($5,000.00) ment made before or during the fore- shall have no further recourse against FORMAL ADJUDICATION in the form of a certified check, bank closure sale. If the sale is set aside the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Estate of: treasurer’s check or money order will for any reason, the Purchaser at the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description Derek J. Paquette be required to be delivered at or before sale shall be entitled only to a return of the premises contained in said mort- Also Known As: Derek Paquette the time the bid is offered. The suc- of the deposit paid. The purchaser gage shall control in the event of an Date of Death: 01/06/2017 cessful bidder will be required to exe- shall have no further recourse against error in this publication. TIME WILL To all interested persons: cute a Foreclosure Sale Agreement the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the BE OF THE ESSENCE. A Petition for Formal Adjudication of immediately after the close of the Mortgagee’s attorney. The description Other terms if any, to be announced at Intestacy and Appointment of Per- bidding. The balance of the purchase of the premises contained in said mort- the sale. sonal Representative has been filed price shall be paid within thirty (30) gage shall control in the event of an MTGLQ Investors, LP by Kellie A. Paquette of days from the sale date in the form error in this publication. TIME WILL Present Holder of said Mortgage, North Brookfield MA of a certified check, bank treasurer’s BE OF THE ESSENCE. By Its Attorneys, requesting that the Court enter a formal check or other check satisfactory to Other terms if any, to be announced at ORLANS PC Decree and Order and for such other Mortgagee’s attorney. The Mortgagee the sale. PO Box 540540 relief as requested in the Petition. reserves the right to bid at the sale, The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Waltham, MA 02454 The Petitioner requests that to reject any and all bids, to continue Bank of New York, as trustee for the Phone: (781) 790-7800 Kellie A. Paquette of the sale and to amend the terms of certificate holders of the CWALT, Inc., 17-003706 North Brookfield MA the sale by written or oral announce- Alternative Loan Trust 2007-HY7C October 20 , 2017 be appointed as Personal Represen- ment made before or during the fore- Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, October 27, 2017 tative(s) of said estate to serve on the closure sale. If the sale is set aside Series 2007-HY7C November 3, 2017 bond in an unsupervised administra- for any reason, the Purchaser at the Present Holder of said Mortgage, tion. sale shall be entitled only to a return By Its Attorneys, Notice of Public Hearing- IMPORTANT NOTICE of the deposit paid. The purchaser ORLANS PC Spencer Zoning Board of Appeals You have the right to obtain a copy of shall have no further recourse against PO Box 540540 At the Zoning Board of Appeals meet- the Petition from the Petitioner or at the the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Waltham, MA 02454 ing to be held on Tuesday, November Court. You have a right to object to this Mortgagee’s attorney. The description Phone: (781) 790-7800 14, 2017 in the McCourt Social Hall of proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- of the premises contained in said mort- 15-009068 Memorial Town Hall, 157 Main Street, ney must file a written appearance and gage shall control in the event of an October 20 , 2017 Spencer, MA, a public hearing will be objection at this Court before: 10:00 error in this publication. TIME WILL October 27, 2017 held on the following items starting at a.m. on the return day of 11/28/2017. BE OF THE ESSENCE. November 3, 2017 7:15 p.m. or as soon thereafter as can This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- Other terms if any, to be announced be heard: line by which you must file a written ap- at the sale. MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF SALE Special Permit (Renewal) -Applicant/ pearance and objection if you object to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National OF REAL ESTATE Owner: Peter Zukas. Location: 89 this proceeding. If you fail to file a time- Association By virtue and in execution of the Power Smithville Road, Spencer Assessor’s ly written appearance and objection Present Holder of said Mortgage, of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage Map R30/01. The applicant is look- followed by an affidavit of objections By Its Attorneys, given by Bartholomew Riel and ing to renew their Special Permit within thirty (30) days of the return day, ORLANS PC Elisa B. Riel to Mortgage Electronic under Sections 4.2 (H1.1) and 4.8.6 action may be taken without further no- PO Box 540540 Registration Systems, Inc., as nomi- of the Spencer Zoning Bylaw to con- tice to you. Waltham, MA 02454 nee for American Mortgage Network, tinue a gravel removal operation. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Phone: (781) 790-7800 Inc., DBA American Mortgage Network The property is located in the Rural UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS 17-001850 of MA, a DE Corp., its successors and Residential zoning district. UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) October 13, 2017 assigns, dated August 29, 2006 and Variance- Applicant/Owner: Vitold A Personal Representative appointed October 20 , 2017 recorded with the Worcester County Zenkus. Location: 113 Ash Street, under the MUPC in an unsupervised October 27, 2017 (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds Spencer administration is not required to file an at Book 39716, Page 345 subsequent- Assessor’s Map R28/21. The appli- inventory or annual accounts with the ly assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, cant is looking for a variance under Court. Persons interested in the estate National Association by Mortgage Sections 5.1 and 7.3 of the Spencer are entitled to notice regarding the ad- Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Zoning Bylaw as the lot does not ministration directly from the Personal as nominee for American Mortgage meet the current zoning standards Representative and may petition the Network, Inc., DBA American Mortgage for minimum lot size and minimum Court in any matter relating to the es- Network of MA, its successors and lot frontage to allow construction tate, including the distribution of assets assigns by assignment recorded in of a new single family home. The and expenses of administration. said Worcester County (Worcester property is located in the Rural WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A. Keamy, First District) Registry of Deeds at Book Residential zoning district. Justice of this Court. 51302, Page 220, subsequently Special Permit-Applicant: Steven Date: October 16, 2017 assigned to Federal National Mortgage Briggs Owner: Stephen Boyle and Stephanie K. Fattman, Association by JPMorgan Chase Bank, Tracy Griffin. Location: 36 A Laurel Register of Probate National Association by assignment Lane, Spencer Assessor’s Map October 27, 2017 recorded in said Worcester County U31/47. The applicant is looking Friday, October 27, 2017 • SPENCER NEW LEADER 15 16 SPENCER NEW LEADER •Friday, October 27, 2017 Friday, October 27, 2017 • Town-to-Town Classifieds 1

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ONE MAHOGANY 91/2 Wide Call Name: Piccolo toorssalC nehcaem tedeer td scaeo s otneduth o ts hn e lliad aniviy sng saicod .sllikl COLORED (860) 935-0340 2002 COMPUTER Sex: Male ssitua purtcepm aimedaca-erm vnc l sanoitacod s sllikl . traP hmit :sruoe $100 Leave Message $60/each ACCUSYNC 50 NEC Breed: Maltese aessalC srs alame enl lgrend alevey hrs hgie . an2 3nd srd Mtfihd - Fos irn Price $8,500.00 (508) 637-1304 $100.00 Both Very Good Condition Age: 12 tluF raey/emil pnuor woitisod 8 wtin keeh s 2ts1 an, 3nd srd otfihd Ss aan d SSnt nud Can email Pictures PLEASE CONTACT viap hnoitacad atlae, dnh batned .stfienel pnitratS $yag ruoh/05.31: Old Town Canoe KITCHEN CHAIRS (774) 239-3006 1931 old town 18’ CHRIS ssaelP rnee amused ne ln oetted ir tseretnf at :ylppo NICHOLS and STONE restored Maine guide (860) 634-6001 SPARE TIRE P225/60R16 awHCRA yy,, I cn • 7 M. blu7 Srreb Leerty etseciet r, M 0 44251A Pedestal Dining Table canoe. Grosvenordale, CT 78”x60” EAGLE GA WITH RIM 5xaF • E520-298-80: m9 sliam gro.cniyawhcra@sbmoc: WOODSPLITTER Clear resin coated, Chrissydee1962 plus 18” Extension, $45.00 21 Ton, Horizontal/Vertical 6 Side Chairs Mahogany gun wales @gmail.com $1,600 And caned seats $800 ELECTRIC CHORD ORGAN 546 CEMETERY LOTS a third seat mahogany LAST SEEN AT 300 HELP WANTED 500 REAL ESTATE $60.00 FLOOR JACK Harden Gold Wedge caned seat and back INTERSECTION OF TUFT $20 Sofa Paddles included HILL RD/LINEHOUSE ON Worcester County CAR SUNROOF 310 GENERAL HELP 505 APARTMENTS FOR Memorial Park Excellent Condition Perfect for the wooden 9/11/17 @ 9:00pm $100.00 RENT Garden of Faith $400 SHOP VAC canoe enthusiast. Has Anxiety and CHF WANTED 16 Gallon Paxton, MA $5800.00 It is important he gets 2-Bedroom Condo Southbridge HOMEMADE PINE $50 2 LOTS FOR SALE (774) 241-0141 (508)479-0230 Nonsmoking, pet ok, COFFEE TABLE daily medication. Foster BUY ONE FOR $2,500 When Piccolo gets No dogs. Quiet, safe, and AND TWO END TABLES CRAFTSMAN GET 2nd LOT FOR anxious, he may Parents Wanted clean. $900 a month plus $100.00 257 COLLECTIBLES util. 508-868-0261 FREE!! SANDERS, become disoriented Seeking Quality Homes NORDITRAC EXERCISER Throughout Central MA Call Dick HOME-LITE CHAIN- and run. Coax him ANTIQUE LAMP JUG SAW To Provide Foster Care PIANO BALDWIN 508-612-9263 EXERCISE BIKE $40.00 84 PIECE with treats, please!!! To Children In Need. UPRIGHT 24/7 Support. Generous WHEELED BIKES Excellent Condition! Worcester County AVON CAPE COD Reimbursement. LARGE PET CARRIER ANTIQUE CROQUET SET ********** $250 or Best Offer Memorial Park $1000 Sign-On Bonus $40.00 8 BARRELS COLLECTION- MUST PICK UP Paxton, MA Call For Details THREE SPEED MEN’S for a Floating Dock DINNERWARE 286 LIVESTOCK 4 LEXUS ALLOY COLOMBIA BIKE SMALL COFFEE TABLE $10/each Garden of Faith AND MORE WHEELS W/SNOW TIRES $35.00 Lot 271A In Great Condition! HORSE BEDDING $400 OBO 2 Graves, side-by-side BEST OFFER GLASS TOP TABLE Pine Bag Shavings 42”x68” (508) 278-3988 ELECTRIC BASE BOARD $300 or best offer 3.25 cubic feet Asking $1,700 each $50 (774) 240-8252 $25.00 (508) 885-7372 $4.85/each $2,200 Both ROCHDALE SECTION Call (508) 723-2306 Replica 1929 Mercedes DROP LEAF CART PLAYER PIANO Devereux Therapeutic OF LEICESTER 265 FUEL/WOOD HORSE HAY SSK $50.00 (Needs Work), Foster Care 2-bedroom apartment for Sale ‘82 Bobcat Running Includes 140 Rolls (508)829-6769 Off-street parking WORCESTER FIREWOOD Big Squares $1,000 Washer and dryer Gear END TABLE W/DRAWER Cut, Split & Delivered 3’ x 3’ x 71/2’ COUNTY Heat included $7,700 $50.00 Square Bales DISHES FOR 8 Green & Seasoned 325 PROFESSIONAL No pets MEMORIAL PARK Still in Box EXCELLENT Paxton, MA Portable Stump Grinder END TABLE W/ TWO Wood Lots Wanted HELP WANTED 1st and last for Horses $900/month Garden of Heritage $150 DRAWERS Call Paul(508)769-2351 GPS GARMIN 255, 508-769-2351 Plot 535C 1-2 $60.00 West Brookfield BASED IN CANON POWER SHOT Asking $3,000 Flexible Flyer Sled, Call NORTH CAMERA 281 FREE PETS SOUTHBRIDGE Wooden Toboggan, CALL (508) 867-2508 (508) 248-7750 Wood/Fiberglass Skis 1010X BROOKFIELD 3-bedroom apartment 1-508-764-4458 Fully applianced, very modern. Best Offer 298 WANTED TO BUY 1-774-452-3514 SEVEN YEAR OLD Security at front door. 550 MOBILE HOMES (508) 885-3136 HOME EVERY Lionel Mid-Forties Train CAT 2 fireplaces, (860) 888-5207 Route NIGHT fenced-in back yard. Set, Tracks Accessories Female, spayed, long- Off-street parking available. $450 PARK MODEL haired black with white 169 *************** $1275/month SPORTS CARDS/ 100 GENERAL chest and white paws. CLASS A DRIVER includes heat and hot water Steel Car Ramps MEMORABILIA Shy but very Antiques AND/OR Located at $20 affectionate. Great for 1-bedroom apartment Highview Campground, COLLECTION 105 BULLETIN BOARD 884 Worcester St. GENERAL elderly person or quiet Fully applianced West Brookfield CALL (401) 932-1409 Southbridge MA MECHANIC FOR home. Off-street parking available Call for more info 18-WHEEL TRAILER Seasonal 4/15-10/15 ONLY 9AM-4PM! NO DOGS $900/month (413) 668-6330 FOUR HORSE Looking To Purchase TRUCKS includes heat and hot water Two Bedroom with Addition STALLS Call for pictures & Antiques and Storage Shed. information And Collectibles (508) 873-6312 Sears 12” Bandsaw SWAMP MOTOR FOR RENT Efficiency apartment (774) 245-4665 Single Items ****************** with 2 extra large storage rooms (508) 867-8736 BRAND NEW!!! Or Entire Estates Contact $725/month New Total Gym CALL FOR INFORMATION Swamp runner w/5’ long 284 LOST & FOUND H.R. Salem includes heat, hot water and extension propeller. (508) 335-8239 electricity PARK MODEL (774) 241-0027 PETS We Buy It All Transport, LLC. Predator engine, 6-1/2 HP, And Also Do 212cc, paperwork and book. TRAILER (800) 262-9081 Call 774-230-0680 Used 2 hours; Did you find On-Site Estate Sales TWO CAR GARAGE And 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH SERIOUS GEMSTONE not even broken in! Asking $500 or best offer!!! FOR RENT your pet? Estate Auctions 525 HOUSES FOR RENT Large Enclosed Porch COLLECTOR AND in 400 SERVICES Large Shed 508-885-3697 Or find a home CALL MIKE ANYTIME JEWELERY MAKER Oxford, MA WANTING TO SELL for one? SOUTHBRIDGE Meadowside of Woodstock Contains heat, torches, (774)230-1662 GEMSTONES AT TELEX 52’ NEW HIGH 442 LICENSED DAY A Seasonal Cooperative lift, spin balancer, tire House for Rent WHOLESALE PRICES. CARE Campground GAIN ANTENNA machine, press $ BUY & SELL $ TOWER Three Bedroom, Two Bath, THESE ARE GENUINE ALL GOLD & SILVER ************************* Asking $16,500 Quiet Country Setting, QUALITY GEMSTONES FROM Model# 52SS Ten Year Old Building ITEMS For more information The Commonwealth of Secure References Required APATITE TO TANZANITE- Best Offer Whole Garage Specializing in Call Brett Massachusetts First, Last & Security AAA GRADE. Call $1300/month NUMISMATIC COINS, Office of Child Care $1,500/month + Utilities (860) 733-2260 (508) 885-4543 Please text gold & silver of any form! Services requires that all LIZBETH LEBLANC ads placed in the Ideal for Commuters- (508) 867-6030 (508) 615-1246 LET US KNOW!!! Qualified with over 30 newspaper for child care Easy Access to 575 VACATION RENTALS Please call us so that we years experience & TOOL SHEDS (daycare) in your home Highways 107 MISC. FREE can take your ad a following of many Made of Texture 1-11 include your license number CAPE COD TIME SNOW BLOWER CUB out of the paper... satisfied customers. 8x8 $775 FREE (508) 729-0910 SHARE FOR SALE CADET 945 SWE Town-To-Town 8x10 $960 OAK ENTERTAINMENT We also sell a nice 454 HOME Edgewater Beach SNOWBLOWER $1050 selection of fine jewelry, 8x12 CENTER Classifieds IMPROVEMENT 546 CEMETERY LOTS Resort 13 hp Tecumseh OHV, antiques & collectibles. 8x16 $1375 Lighted Glass Doors on Top, 508-909-4111 95 Chase Avenue 45 in width trigger $ Dennisport, MA 02639 Holds T.V. in Middle, Doors on Bring in your items & controlled steering, Delivered, Built On-Site 1 PAINTING 2 Cemetery Plots Bottom for Storage, LOST CAT see what they’re worth. On the water 6 forward, 2 reverse, Other Sizes Available IN PERFECT CONDITION! Interior/ Garden of Honor Studio (Unit 706) STURBRIDGE- You won’t leave Hardly used! CALL (413) 324-1117 BROOKFIELD disappointed. Exterior Lot #156A Permanent Week 33 Near Main Street $1,700 (508) 867-8768 Honesty and fairness Power Washing Spaces 1-2 (August) Neutered, Heavy-Set Male are our best policies! Worcester County Deeded rights WHITE OUTDOOR TREES/ Name is Wolf Carpentry ARD ALES Memorial Park PRODUCTS 130 Y S Gray & Black Tiger Tabby • FREE ESTIMATES • FIELDSTONE Lee’s • FULLY Insured • Paxton, MA You’ll own it for a lifetime SnowBoss 1050 Missing Since 9/21/17 **************** Coins & Jewelry • Reasonable Rates • $2,500 each or both for & can be passed down to Snowblower, 10hp Trees- Evergreens DEADLINE FOR (203) 725-4264 239 West Main Street Rich O’Brien $4,000 your children and Tecumseh two stage grandchildren. East Brookfield (774) 272-1921 30 in width, electric start Excellent Privacy YARD SALE Painting $5000 (Route 9 - Panda 28 Years Of Experience Well maintained. Border SUBMISSIONS IS (508)347-3145 ********** Garden Plaza) (508)248-7314 BURIAL PLOTS $600.00 NOON MONDAY (508)637-1236 PAXTON MEMORIAL Hemlocks-Spruces- MISSING DOG $ FOR ALL PARK NOW BOOKING Pines (508)341-6355 (cell) MASS. WEEKLY 1 PAINTING OFF SEASON (508) 347-3775 (3’-4’ Tall) ******** PAPERS MOPEDS & OLDER Garden of Heritage 5 for $99 Interior/ Deadline subject to change SCOOTERS Exterior The Cape is beautiful due to holidays in the Fall! Solid Rock Maple AND Power Washing Bought (2) $3,750.00 each Colorado Blue Spruce Call for more info and will sell for $3,500.00 each Bedroom Set (18”-22” Tall) ******************** MOTORCYCLES Carpentry Full Box Spring & Mattress 10 for $99 Call Travis • FREE ESTIMATES • Call (508) 248-6373 (774) 242-9227 • FULLY Insured • $450 • Reasonable Rates • New England 200 GEN. BUSINESS MISSING SINCE Rich O’Brien Cracker Barrel Fieldstone WAR CEMETERY 2 PERSON Rocking Chair Round/Flat 8/11 Painting LOT 205 BOATS RELICS 28 Years Of Experience Brand New! Excellent Retaining Wallstone GERMAN SHORTHAIR (508)248-7314 PAXTON MEMORIAL $75 $28/Ton 15’ STARCRAFT POINTER & WAR PARK CAPE COD NAME: MORETTI in Valor Section South Dennis, Rocker/Glider Chair (508) 278-5762 ALUMINUM CANOE SOUVENIRS Furniture Doctor Plot #445 off Rte. 134: AGE: 12 Have your furniture Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, $75 Evening with Keel Two Together, Prime Location 2 twins) 1 bath home with WANTED Professionally restored full kitchen & microwave, $350 $5,000 or best offer washer/dryer, screened in **PLEASE DON’T Hutch Call (508) 278-2083 WWII & EARLIER at Reasonable rates. Call porch w/ picnic table, grill, Two dressers -best CALL OUT TO HIM OR furniture face lifting, cable TV. Outdoor shower. Top Comes Off offer CA$H WAITING! (508) 892-4003 On dead-end street. CHASE HIM, WILL BE painting, striping to Near shopping, theater, $75 Custom made parlor Helmets, Swords, restaurants, bike trail, cabinet, SCARED** Refinishing, fishing, playground, 16FT Daggers, Bayonets, Paxton Cemetery 10 minutes from bay and Three Piece White $1500 caning and repairs. Medals, Badges, Flags, Plot #36 in the ocean side beaches. Wicker Outdoor Set Glass door hutch - OLDTOWN OTTER PLEASE CALL WITH ANTIQUE DOCTOR best offer Uniforms, etc. Faith Section Off season rates available Loveseat and Two KAYAK Over 30 Years Experience. Daniel Ross Plot for Two John Deere snow- ANY INFORMATION Call Janet Chairs blower 2 Person (774) 272-0590 Call David (508)248-9225 Comes with Two Vaults at 508-865-1583 after 6 pm, or email $100 (like new) $700 - must Paddles Included 1-(508)688-0847 or $3,500 or Best Offer $500 (860)382-5410 June at be seen! Call for appt. I’ll Come To YOU! (774) 696-2833 [email protected] (508) 764-6425 774-507-6315 (508) 347-9979 ********** 30 years in business Ask for Robin for more information

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