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Mendon FY18 End Zone Militia Coming Upton’s May 1 Budget Up by Town Election to Four Percent to Mendon By Michelle Sanford Determine New Staff Reporter/Columnist During the May 5 Annual Selectman Town Meeting, Mendon’s By Michelle Sanford Finance Committee will Staff Reporter/Columnist recommend voters approve a Upton residents will determine $18.2 million budget for fiscal the outcome of races for Board of 2018, an increase of about four Selectman and Regional District percent propelled primarily by School Committee member during contractual increases. the May 1 Annual Town Election. The The proposed budget shows polls will be open at Nipmuc Regional escalating health insurance High School gymnasium from 7 a.m. costs which increased 6.5 to 8 p.m. percent, or $50,989, from last Upton residents Shawn Craig, year’s $775,275 to $826,264. Stephen Matellian, and Brett Simas are The Worcester County all running for the Selectman’s three Retirement Fund increased year seat; incumbent James Brochu 11 percent, or $51,516, totaling decided not to seek re-election. In $519,386 from last year’s addition, incumbent Philip DeZutter $467,870. is being challenged by newcomer The schools’ budgets add up Edward Darragh for the three year to approximately 60 percent Regional School Committee seat. of the town’s total operational A number of other candidates budget. Nipmuc Regional on the ballot are unchallenged and School District’s budget reflects include incumbents David Loeper for a $222,011 increase to the Town Moderator for one year, James operational assessment line Earl for Assessor of Taxes for three item, a 2.57 percent increase years, Richard Desjardins for Board The End Zone Militia, shown here firing after a score by the New England Patriots, will take over last year. Blackstone Valley of Health for three years, Richard part in the celebration of Mother Mendon on Saturday, May 13 in honor of the town’s 350th Gazoorian for Recreation Commission Anniversary. The group will be at Clough School that day from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for three years, Charlotte Carr and MENDON BUDGET p 10 End Zone Militia photo Frances Gustman for Library Trustees for three years, and Margaret Carroll By Kevin Rudden for Planning Board for five years. Staff Reporter/Columnist Several newcomers also running The End Zone Militia – known for firing off a volley of Colonial musket shots when the New England unchallenged and include Richard Patriots score a touchdown – are coming to Clough Elementary School in Mendon from 2 to 3:30 p.m. McGuire for Finance Committee on Saturday, May 13, to help celebrate the town’s 350th Anniversary. The group will open the town’s for three years, Meghan Condon
PRSRT STD PRSRT PAID US POSTAGE #35 PERMIT MA UPTON, 01568 birthday celebration with a volley of shots and will then be available for picture-taking. for Library Trustee for three years, Their participation is part of what the Mendon 350th Anniversary Committee and the Medham Brush Richard Porter for Recreation Association (the Brothers of the Brush) are calling a celebration of Mother’s Day Weekend. Commission for two years, Jeanne Mendon’s actual 350th birthday is Monday, May 15, but since people will be at school and work, the Oliver for Board of Commissioners town will be celebrating Mother’s Day Weekend. First, celebrate Mother Mendon from 2 to 4 p.m. on of Trust Funds for three years, Saturday, May 13,,in the Clough Elementary School cafeteria, where there will be 1,000 pieces of birthday and William Palmer for Cemetery cake. Then, on Sunday, May 14, celebrate with your own mothers and grandmothers. Commission for three years. The other Mendon is known as “Mother Mendon” because it gave birth to five “children” and three “grand- one year Cemetery Commission seat children”: remains vacant with no candidates. • Part of Bellingham, on November 27, 1719 Residents are also reminded that the • Part of Upton, on June 14, 1735 Annual Town Meeting will take place • Uxbridge, on June 27, 1727 on Thursday, May 4 and will take place ◉ Northbridge separated from Uxbridge on July 14, 1772 in the auditorium of Nipmuc Regional • Milford, on April 11, 1780 High School and begin at 7 p.m. The ◉ Hopedale separated from Milford on April 7, 1886 deadline to register to vote in either • Blackstone on March 25, 1845 the Election or Town Meeting was ◉ Millville separated from Blackstone on May 1, 1916 April 11. Individuals uncertain about In addition to proclamations by federal, state and local government officials, the May 13 celebration their voter registration status should
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21 Years as Mendon’s Highway Surveyor Total of 31 Years working for the Town of Mendon 9 Years on the Mendon Planning Board 2 Years as Chairman 5 Years on Police Building Committee 30 Years - Brothers of the Brush 350th Anniversary Committee Procurement Officer for Fuel Bids for Town of Mendon Insurance Advisory Committee – Mendon Town Employees 1 Year Mendon Tree Warden 10 Years Assistant Tree Warden Proven Record of Municipal Management Experience Automated Highway Department Infrastructure Employs Innovative Construction Materials and Techniques Highly Experienced with Snow and Ice Control 18 Years Worcester County Highway Association Board Chairman 2 Years Vice Chairman 2 years Complete Streets Chairman A Lifelong Mendon Resident “I Never Ask My Employees to do Anything I Wouldn’t Do Myself” I ask for your vote on Monday, May 1st Paid Political Advertisement Paid Political Advertisement
2 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Obituary SMOC Fuel Assistance Extended Wayne F. Wagner It’s not too late! The SMOC (South Middlesex Opportunity Council) Fuel Assistance MENDON - Major General Wayne F. Wagner, US program helps to defray the cost of winter heating bills with applications being accepted Army, Ret., 81, passed away, surrounded by his family, until May 12. The Mendon Senior Center is still processing applications for Mendon families, on Friday. April 14, 2017 at Brigham & Women’s senior citizens and individuals, while the Upton Center is doing the same for residents of Hospital, Boston. He was the loving husband of Ellen that town. If your gross household income falls within the updated limits you may qualify for (Downey) Wagner for 59 years. fuel assistance and discounts on electric and telephone bills. Family size/maximum income General Wagner was appointed The Adjutant General guidelines are: one person-$34,001; two-$44,463; three-$54,925; four-$65,387. For larger size for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1987. In families contact the senior center. this role, he served as head of the Military Division of Mendon residents should call Amy Wilson Kent, Director, at the Mendon Senior Center at the executive branch of the Commonwealth and advised 508-478-6175. Outreach worker Janet Hubener is also available to provide home visits. Upton the Commander-in-Chief in all areas of the militia. As a residents should contact Jessica Mauro at the Upton Center, 508-529-4558. All appointments Federally recognized two-star General, he was in charge of both the Massachusetts Air are confidential. and Army National Guards. Prior to his appointment, he served in the Massachusetts Army National Guard as Director of several departments. He began his US Army career in 1958 when he was commissioned into the Corps of Engineers as a Second Lieutenant. He served in Panama and Texas as well as two tours in Vietnam where he received a Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster and other meritorious medals. Ste hen A lifelong Mendon resident, he was born in 1935 to the late Carl F. and Fern (Fessenden) Wagner. He was a graduate of Mendon High School and Northeastern University, earning a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Matellian Civic minded, he was Chairman of the Historical Commission of Mendon. Additionally, he was a member of the Mendon 350th Anniversary Committee, the Mendon Historical Society, the Community Preservation Committee, the Millville STEPHEN MATELLIAN & FAMILY for Selectman Chestnut Hill Committee, the Montgomery Lodge A.F. & A.M. Lodge of Masons in [email protected] Milford. General Wagner had many interests including cooking, gardening, travelling, golf, Follow us on FB @ Elect Stephen Matellian the Red Sox, and the Patriots. Most of all he adored being with his family and friends. arned BS in comomics from t e Uni ersity of Massac usetts 1 88 He loved being a grandfather, affectionately known by his grandchildren as “General”. ü In addition to his wife Ellen, he is survived by his six children and their families: ü Ser ed a year term wit t e Upton Finance ommittee Sally and her husband Steve Riendeau of Mendon; Wayne David and his wife Claudia ü Member of t e apital Budget ommittee Wagner of Cumberland, R.I.; Steven and his wife Patti Wagner of Weston, Susan and Ser ed on t e own Manager Searc ommittee her husband Thomas Johnson of Mendon; Dr. Timothy and his wife Janice Wagner of ü Pearland, Texas; and Christopher Wagner of Boston. His thirteen grandchildren are ü Blac stone alley ec ngineering S op d isory ommittee Member Meaghan, Courtney, Wayne Benjamin, Andrew, Max, Mark, Kristina, Brian, Joseph, Paid for by the Comittee to Elect Stephen Matellian Ellen, Daniel, Abram, and Avery. He also leaves a brother-in-law Robert R. Rhodes of Mendon and four cherished nephews and their families. He was pre-deceased by his sister, Lorna Rhodes. Funeral services were held Wednesday April 19, from Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home, Milford followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, 151 Mendon St., Upton. Interment, with Full Military Honors, followed in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Gaskill St. Blackstone. Memorial donations may be made to The Fisher House Foundation, 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420 Rockville MD 20850.
New President of Daniels Farmstead Foundation Inc. Board On April 1 at the Annual Meeting of place on May 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Board of Directors, the Board voted This summer The Daniels Farmstead unanimously in electing Mark Reil as Farmer’s Market will be operating every President of the foundation. He has served Sunday from July 9 through October 1 and on the board for almost four years. Reil, has a wide variety of local offerings from who currently serves on the Mendon produce and honey created at the Daniels Board of Selectmen and previously on the Farm to local meats and eggs from local Mendon Parks Commission, works as the farms. Vendors are encouraged to contact District and Constituent Services Director the Farm. to Senator Ryan C. Fattman. For additional information visit Reil encourages the community to DanielsFarmstead.org Paid Political Ad experience the Annual Plant Sale taking
April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 3 4 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Advertisers Club Introduces 15The Advertiser’s Club Hilltop Self Storage of Grafton Directory These are the businesses that contract to adver- tise in The Upton and Mendon Town Crier at least By Michelle Sanford 12 times a year. They receive a frequently discount, Staff Reporter/Columnist feature article about their business (minimum 1/16 Looking to decrease the clutter in your home or office? In page ad) and listing in this directory. search of a secure place to store your automobile for the winter? Business Name...... Ad on Page The team at Hilltop Self Storage of Grafton understands what’s Advantage Siding...... next most important when it comes to safekeeping their customer’s Boucher Energy Systems...... 17 valuables. Bright Insurance Agency...... 12 With more and more people utilizing storage units these days, C.J. Cilley Construction...... next Hilltop owners Rocco and Susan Addeo made certain they built Cancun’s Mexican Restaurant...... 24 a state-of-the-art facility providing customers a safe, clean, and Cornerstone of Milford...... next Cook Company...... 17 well maintained environment so they can confidently store their CPR Etc...... next belongings with ease. Crystal Room...... 12 With 170 units on site, including 26 temperature controlled Dewey Pest Control...... next units, Hilltop rents units month-to-month for every storage Elizabeth Blake Orthodontic...... next need imaginable. Units range in size from 5 x 5 up to 10 x 32 ERA Key Realty, Theresa Sannicandro...... next and every dimension in between. Extra large units are also ET Home Maintenance...... next available to store RVs, boats, and campers and even special Flooring America...... next heated garages for vehicles that include garage door openers. Frank's Appliance...... 24 Through a protected security code, customers may access their Gibson Natural Pet Resort...... 7 belongings at anytime, day or night, therefore, security is a Hilltop Self Storage...... 3 priority at Hilltop. As a result, units and walkways are well lit Dr. Janet Goguen, DMD...... 24 Hilltop’s storage rentals are very affordable, however, special Heritage Siding & Window...... next and security cameras have been installed throughout. discounts are always offered. With a four month rental agreement, Hopedale Country Club...... 26 What sets Hilltop apart from other storage facilities is the fact customers receive the first month free and a U-Haul rental is on Hopkinton Eye Associates...... next it is staffed seven days a week. “We go out of our way to make the house with a six month rental agreement. Online payments are Iadarola Plumbing & Heating...... 17 sure our customers are satisfied,” said Rocco. Office hours are available. Imperial Cars...... 1, 28 Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday The Hilltop staff believes in the importance of giving back to local Innovative Generator Service...... 17 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. In addition to Rocco, staffers Donna J.C. Parmenter...... 16 communities and has donated to the local schools and most recently Vabulas and Erin Sheedy are on hand to make certain customers J.L. Darling Septic Tank Plumbing Co...... 16 organized a very successful food drive benefiting the food pantries are pleased with their experience there. Jolicoeur Overhead Door...... next in Grafton, Northbridge, and Upton. Hilltop Storage is also a “one stop shop for all moving needs,” Joyce Plumbing...... 18 Hilltop Self Storage is located at 100 Milford Road in South Grafton. says Rocco. 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MENDON MUSINGS LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Citizens Forming Committee to Review Upton By Kevin Rudden Town Manager Act You may or may not know this, but Blackstone Remembering Two Who To the Editor, Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School As representatives of citizens who signed one or both of two and Nipmuc Regional High School are respectively Served Upton Well petitions that were placed on the annual Upton town warrant, we ranked by Niche.com as this year’s 30th and 54th To the Editor, want to bring clarification as to why they were brought forth. best public high schools out of 347 in Massachusetts. Recently, Upton has mourned the The intentions have always been to have the ability to provide the In Niche.com’s own words: “The 2017 Best Public High Schools loss of two past town leaders; Joan citizens of Upton with an opportunity to review the Town Manager’s ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions Shanahan and Durwood Tetrault. Act. It was never the intent of our group to remove the town manager of reviews from students and parents, using data from the U.S. Both were elected leaders of our position from our town government. Rather, as this legislation Department of Education. Ranking factors includes test scores, community, and gave personally for was first approved by voters in 2008, and with our first-ever Town college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality the benefit of the Town of Upton. Manager moving on, we felt this was the natural time to review it, and high school ratings.” The company studies 14,000 public high Each served to benefit every citizen, acknowledge what worked well, and take time to “tweak” what might schools each year. BVT received an overall grade of A+; Nipmuc young and old, from all and each not have worked as well as expected. received an overall grade of A. economic levels and representing the For instance, there have been many residents and town employees Here is how Niche.com arrives at its ratings: cultural rainbow of the community. who have expressed repeated concerns related to personnel issues, • Academics Grade: 50 percent, based on state assessment It was difficult to say goodbye. Each transparency and accountability at Town Hall. At the same time, the proficiency, SAT/ACT scores, and survey responses on had served on various Town Boards, town has recently seen what is widely viewed as larger than normal academics from students and parents. (BVT got an A-; Nipmuc including the Board of Selectmen, tax increases in concert with a slow-down in town growth. got an A.) which at the period they served, Our hope was that by making some revisions there will be better • Culture & Diversity Grade: 10 percent, based on racial and meant long hours and personal checks and balances, and citizens will be provided with a clearer view economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and interaction with members of the of where their tax dollars are being spent, and by whom. diversity from students and parents. (BVT got a C+; Nipmuc community regarding significant At their April 4 meeting, Selectmen agreed in principle to allow got a C.) issues. Each in their own way, was a citizens calling for a review of the Town Manager Act to form a • Health and Safety Grade: 10 percent, based on chronic student quiet, but effective leader, who made Committee for that purpose. absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on certain their voice was heard loud It is hoped Selectmen will continue to support this initiative as a the school environment from students and parents. (BVT got an and clear for issues important to the formal request for this Town Manager Act Review Committee will A+; Nipmuc got an A+.) community. Both were persons of have been submitted in advance of press time for this publication. • Parent/Student Surveys on Overall Experience: 10 percent, great integrity and character. Each Assuming approval, the proposed Committee will be comprised based on Niche users responding to surveys scored on a 1-5 in their own way, provided great of volunteers drawn from town employees, current or past board/ scale regarding the overall experience of students and parents leadership which enriched this committee members and Upton residents. Then, once established, the from the school. community. Every time I now pass Committee will hold open meetings seeking input from members of • Teachers Grade: 10 percent, based on teacher salary, teacher beautifully restored Town Hall, I can’t the Upton community. absenteeism, state test results, and survey responses on teachers help but think back to the day I met We ask anyone interested in volunteering to feel free to contact us, from students and parents. (BVT got an A; Nipmuc got an A+.) each one, and the impact each had on or check the Town of Upton website for details and updates. • Resources and Facilities Grade: 5 percent, based on expenses my life personally; professionally; and Thanks to everyone who has supported this initiative. per student, staffing, and survey responses on facilities from in service to the community. Donnamarie Floyd and Deb Lazarz students and parents. (BVT got an A+; Nipmuc got an A.) Although each has passed, their Upton • Clubs and Activities Grade: 2.5 percent, based on expenses memory isn’t gone. It will be carried per student and survey responses on clubs and activities from on by the numerous town volunteers students and parents. (BVT got an A+; Nipmuc got an A-.) and elected officials, who serve the • Sports Grade: 2.5 percent, based on the number of sports, best interests of our community, 25th Anniversary participation, and survey responses on athletics and athletic giving up time that might be spent for facilities from students and parents. (BVT got an A+; Nipmuc personal gain and/or family. Each will Contest for APRIL got a B+.) be remembered when we close our There are three other grades: eyes and recall their friendship, and Enter to win a $25 gift certificate to • College Readiness: BVT got an A-; Nipmuc got an A. efforts. • Administration: BVT got an A; Nipmuc got an A+. I have long believed that life is a WANOKURA in Milford. • Food: BVT got an A+; Nipmuc got a B+. journey. Both of these individuals And, each school is compared to others in the state: participated in this journey, and you • 2017 High Schools with the Best Teachers in Massachusetts: and I are better off for their efforts. Congratulations to BVT ranks 47th out of 317; Nipmuc ranks 42nd. Each will be missed, not only by • 2017 Best High Schools for STEM in Massachusetts: Nipmuc their families. But, by the entire Upton ranks 48th. community. PAULA DEIANA the winner of the March Contest • 2017 Best High School for Athletes in Massachusetts: BVT Rest well my friends. Until we meet $25 Gift Certificate to New England Steak & Seafood ranks 20th. again. May God hold you in the palm What do all these percentages mean? I never was all that great in of his hand. math in high school, but it looks like we have two very good high Alan Leslie Rosenfield schools in this area. Upton TO ENTER: Go to our website www.towncrier.us If you want to compare BVT and Nipmuc to nearby towns in the Click on Enter Contest - Answer questions. Top 11, Hopkinton ranked 16th, Holliston ranked 44th, Franklin At bottom enter code UT3ZcWGq ranked 60th, Milford ranked 92nd and Hopedale ranked 95th.
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6 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 A Little Magic to Support Military West Hill Park Opens for Engagement Families the 2017 Season It is with great West Hill Park opens for the official summer joy, that Attorney season on Saturday May 20. Park gates will Alan and Joyce be open daily 8 a.m.- 8 p.m., weekends and Rosenfield of Upton holidays and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, announce the until June 19, then gates open daily 8 a.m.-8 engagement of their p.m. The park offers swimming beaches, hiking son, Garry Michael trails, a mountain bike and equestrian trail, Rosenfield to Jessica sand volleyball court, fishing areas, horseshoe Caitlin Davis. pits and nature viewing areas. Rangers will Garry is a lead hikes, dam tours and other activities graduate of St. throughout the summer. Park event calendars John’s High School, and posters are located at the park bulletin University of board. Three picnic shelters are available for Connecticut and family gatherings, church picnics, reunions, Quinnipiac Law birthday and graduation parties. Reservations School where are available at www.recreation.gov. he received his All visitors to West Hill Park are required Juris Doctorate to pay a user-fee of $2 per person ages 17 and degree. He resides older, maximum of $5 per vehicle. Annual in Washington, Day Use Passes are available for $40 each. D.C. where he is America The Beautiful; e.g. Golden Age and employed as a Sports Agent with Coaches, Inc. Golden Access passports are available at the Jessica is the daughter of Attorney Gary and Barbara April has been designated as the month of the military child, and park entrance station 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. These Davis of Miami, Florida. She is a graduate of Muhlenberg to celebrate volunteers from Thanks To Yanks, l-r, Tim Holtsnider, national passes are accepted for admission at College and American University where she received her Joanne Wheeler and Michael Shain, sponsored a Magic Show with U.S. Army Corps of Engineer facilities. Master’s degree in Public Administration. She resides in Tommy James, complete with an ice-cream sundae bar. The event For more information, call 508-278-2511. Washington, D.C. and is employed by Hillel International was free of charge and aimed, as all Thanks To Yanks events are, to Please leave a message and the call will be as an Assistant Director of Fundraising. An April 2018 supporting those who serve our country and their families. For more returned. wedding is planned. information visit Thanks To Yanks on Facebook or thankstoyanks.org. Pet Press Win a Free Pet Portrait North Grafton artist, Janet Aleid, will paint a portrait of the pet of the lucky winner of the Reliable Pet Sitting Bay State Trail Riders Association, Inc. (BSTRA) Pet Portrait Raffle. Aleid has donated her Professional In-Home work to support BSTRA’s mission of creating, Dog, Cat, and Horse Care maintaining and preserving local trails used by a variety of users for outdoor recreation and a P o io al i c i fitness, and BSTRA is making her work available through a raffle open to the public. The raffle o a d o ai i a d a prize will be a gift certificate for a 12” x 16” original hand painted acrylic portrait of the pet, Over 20 Years in Upton! painted from a favorite photo valued at $350. da l Tickets can be purchased online at BSTRA. org/support/raffle or by sending a check payable a o d lia ilit ail a i to BSTRA, Inc. to Pet Portrait Raffle, c/o 76 NW ill Ad i i t dicatio Main St., Douglas, MA 01516 along with your Lodging Grooming name, address and telephone number. Tickets o i t are five for $5, 12 for $10 or 35 for $25. ill ta P t to t A t i d d The drawing will be held on June 11 at Daycare Training BSTRA’s National Trails Day Fundraiser and Ride, held at Apple Knoll Farm in Millis. The Now O ering Obedience winner does not need to be present for the drawing. More information available at BSTRA. Training! Call for info! Retail Store org/national-trails-day. To view paintings by Aleid, visit Facebook/janetspetportraits. Proceeds from the raffle will be used to help CALL MAGGIE fund BSTRA trail projects scheduled for 2017 508.839.1757 including improvements in the Douglas State 6 or 6 6 Forest, at the Inman Hill Wildlife Conservation It’s like leaving your friend www.GibsonsNaturalPet.com Area in Mendon, and to the Southern New England Trunkline Trail in Bellingham and with a family member. 139 Upton Street (Rte. 140) Grafton Blackstone.
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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 7 Upton News Upton Senior Center Upton Resident Upton Warrant Includes Feasibility Study on The Upton Center is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Staff is available by Appointed Chief Former Holy Angels Church phone from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities are By Michelle Sanford subject to change. Please call 508-529-4558 Clinical Officer of Staff Reporter/Columnist with any questions. Upton town officials are in the final Friday, April 21 Westwood Lodge stages of preparing the warrant in time for Shopping/Lunch Trip to Kmart, Webster, with a the May 4 Annual Town Meeting. While stop at McDonald’s on the ride home, 9:30 a.m. Upton resident, Songs & Stories for Everyone with Davis Bates, residents will be voting on a number of Satya Montgomery, the usual articles, such as establishing 1 p.m. Ph.D., LICSW, has Monday, April 24 revolving funds, other articles include a been appointed Chief Volunteer Celebration Social Hour, 11 a.m., feasibility study concerning uses for the followed by Volunteer Lunch at 12 p.m. and Clinical Officer of former Holy Angels Parish, equipment Singer Tony Funches Westwood Lodge, a for the Police Department, and funding Tuesday, April 25 private psychiatric for the Transportation Improvement Cornerstone’s Brain Healthy Lunch, 12:30 p.m. hospital with locations Program. Wednesday, April 26 in Westwood and During an April 6 discussion with BVT Salon Visit, 9 a.m. Lowell that provide Satya interim Town Manager Bob Reed, it was Annual Police Spaghetti Supper, 5:30 p.m. child, adolescent, and Montgomery, Friday, April 28 noted because the warrant was still under adult inpatient mental Ph.D, LICSW Upton will seek funds at the Annual Shopping Trip to Market Basket, Oxford, 9 a.m. review at the time, numbers reported below health and partial Afternoon Movie, 12:30 p.m. could change. Town Meeting to fund a feasibility study Men’s Club Supper, 5:30 p.m. hospitalization services. One article on the warrant is requesting concerning the possible purchase of Holy Monday Before joining Westwood Lodge, Dr. $35,000 to fund a feasibility study of the Angels Church for municipal use. Tai Chi, 1 p.m. (No class April 24) Montgomery served as the Vice President former Holy Angels Church in an effort to Tuesday of Children and Youth Services at Lahey see what municipal uses the building could be utilized for. More than five years ago, the Card Players Group, 10 a.m. Health Behavioral Services in Danvers, Church closed when it merged with St. Michael’s parish in Mendon to form St. Gabriel’s. Wii Games, 12:30 p.m. (April 25 time changed where she managed the clinical integrity to 2 p.m.) Then in 2013, part of the 8,000 square foot building was utilized by town employees during and sustainability of seven community- the year long Town Hall renovation project. It is owned by James Maloney. Depending on Wednesday based programs, four residential programs, Computer Class, 9 a.m. the outcome of the study, the town could possibly purchase the building down the road. and one Special Educational School. Strength and Stretch, 11 a.m. Another article on the warrant is seeking $10,700 for Police Department needs. The Library Table, 11 a.m. Previously she served as Clinic Director at funding is necessary to purchase replacement firearms and active shooter kits. The kits are Canasta, 12:30 p.m. Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of outfitted with the necessary equipment when police respond to an active shooter situation. Thursday Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) in Worcester Another article on the draft warrant concerns approximately $7,500 needed for the town Knit and Crochet, 10 a.m. and Community Service Agency Program to continue its participation in the Regional Substance Abuse Program, which is helping to Bingo, 1 p.m. Director at Bay State Community Services fight the local opioid crisis. in Quincy. Her deep understanding of the A larger funded article is to place approximately $300,000 for engineering and design Child Behavioral Health Initiative and plans that are required for the easements related to the town’s Transportation Improvement Upton Candidates Night a Wraparound Coach trained by Vroon Program project. The Library is also seeking $5,450 for the purchase of new furniture to On Thursday, April 27 at 7 p.m. the Vanderberg, LLC, positions her well to be include desks and chairs, and new equipment, including computers. Upton Bloomer Girls are sponsoring part of a senior leadership team. Due to the popularity of the senior tax abatement program, town officials are hoping an opportunity to meet the candidates From 2004 to 2005 Montgomery to increase the maximum exemption allowed to $1,500 per participant through a town running for offices in the Annual Town served on the Governor’s Commission meeting vote; the prior amount was $1,000. Election, which will be held Monday, May on Domestic & Sexual Violence and was The Conservation Commission is also seeking an additional $5,000 to its budget. 1. All candidates are invited to give a brief a member of the Immigrant/Refugee Other articles are voted on each year and include establishing revolving funds for the statement and respond to questions from Domestic Violence Committee. She has Conservation Commission, the Board of Health, the Town Library, Council on Aging, the audience. This event will take place at worked with the Brockton Department Recreation Commission, and the Land Stewardship Committee and the Treasurer/ Upton Town Hall in the Main Hall. It will of Mental Health to conduct trainings Collector. If passed, a proposed article on the warrant is requesting to add the revolving be recorded and broadcast on Upton Cable on domestic violence in immigrant funds to a new bylaw. Other articles will appropriate funding to the Water Enterprise Fund (channel 192) prior to the election. All communities and improve understanding and the Wastewater Enterprise Fund. The May 4 Meeting will be held at Nipmuc Regional Upton residents are welcome. of child sexual abuse in Cambodian, Asian- High School and begin at 7 p.m. American, and Puerto Rican cultures. George L. Wood VFW Post Dr. Montgomery earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Sen. Moore Spring 2017 Upton Volunteers Make the World Scholarships Manhattanville College and a Masters of Office Hours a Brighter Place The George L. Wood VFW Post 5594 Social Work with a clinical concentration at State Senator Michael O. Moore The Upton Center, Farm St., will be scholarship application forms are available Fordham School of Social Services in New (D-Millbury) released the dates, times and honoring all the volunteers who give so at Nipmuc Regional High School and at York. She received her Ph.D. from Boston locations of upcoming district office hours. generously of their time and talents, making Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational College Graduate School of Social Work Residents of the Second Worcester District the world a brighter place, during Volunteer Technical High School Guidance where her research focused on domestic are welcome to meet with Senator Moore Appreciation Day on Monday April 24. The Departments. There will be two $300 violence in immigrant communities. Dr. or a representative of the Senator’s Office event begins at 11 a.m. with a social that scholarships awarded to Upton residents Montgomery is currently pursuing an to discuss concerns or other matters of includes light refreshments, followed at 12 only. The deadline for application Executive MBA at the Sloan Management interest at the Upton Center, Farm St. on noon by a potato bar. Volunteers are invited submissions is May 1. School of Business (MIT) on a part-time May 8 from 9 to 10 a.m. to attend for free, while others are asked to basis. donate $3. Following lunch, singer Tony Funches of The Platters will entertain with timeless music at its best. So bring your dancing shoes and enjoy! r s TIRE & AUTO SERVICE New volunteers are always welcome at Fulfilling all of your automotive the Upton Center. For more information Evan Williams Summer Beers By Request service needs since 1970 about Volunteer Appreciation Day, to register for the event or to volunteer, stop Fastest growing flavors • Narragansett Del’s Shandy Cans NEW Rosé Wines by the Center or call 508-529-4558. 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8 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Upton News Antique Appraisals All are invited to the Upton Historical Signage for Historic Upton’s New Budget to Society’s Antique Appraisal Night on Friday April 21 at 7 p.m. at the United Parish District on Upton be Presented to Voters Church on the Upton Town Common with appraisals by Tom Tomaszek, noted antiques Warrant on May 4 dealer and appraiser. By Michelle Sanford By Michelle Sanford The cost of appraisals for Members $6 for Staff Reporter/Columnist Staff Reporter/Columnist one item, $10 for two; for non-member, $7 Tentatively, several Community Preservation Act funded The Upton Finance Committee is putting the finishing touches on for one item, $12 for two or a $3 entrance projects could be voted on during Upton’s Annual Town the new fiscal year budget and will be recommending their final fee. There is a two item limit. Attendees do Meeting, which is scheduled for May 4. figures to voters during the May 4 Annual Town Meeting. not have to have items appraised. The total One potential article concerns several new signs to identify Finance Committee Chair Paul Flaherty noted this year’s number of appraisals will be limited based the boundaries of Upton’s Historic District. The Community budget process went well, noting having a Town Manager in on available time. Owners are responsible for Preservation Commission voted to fund up to $6,000 for the place makes the process that much easier. Still, he noted that each their own items. project. “The idea is to point out that, yes, we a have a Historic year, the budget challenge is “to live within our means,” while Tomaszek has appeared at Historical District in Upton,” said Historical Commission Chair Donna also satisfying mandated funding requirements. As of April 15, Society programs in the past, presenting Desjardins during a Board of Selectmen’s meeting. The signs are Flaherty noted budget numbers were still continuing to change interesting and informative programs with approximately 24 inches by 30 inches. The Commission has met and may differ somewhat than what is reported below. detailed background on a wide variety of with the Police Chief and Department of Public Works Director Upton’s new $22.5 million fiscal year 2018 recommended items. who have given their support to the project. budget is a 4.7 percent increase over last year’s operating budget Tomaszek entered the antiques business Another potential CPC funded project on the draft warrant of $20.7 million. Several drivers concerning the increase involve in 1964 at the age of 12, apprenticing with concerns making a recreation area at Kiwanis Beach ADA the rising costs of health care, mandatory contributions such as the House that Jack Built Antiques in compliant. The funding is part of an ongoing project to the Worcester County Retirement Fund, and the schools’ budgets. Bellingham. In the 1970-80s, he has traveled construct a new parking lot adjacent to the upper soccer field This year, health care for employees totals $1,037,186, an increase extensively in eastern Europe as well as Japan at Kiwanis Beach and access road off of Cider Mill Lane. Part over last year’s total of $950,422. Also, the Worcester Retirement and Singapore studying antiques. During his of the project will also entail reworking a ramp and putting in County Fund has increased approximately $81,000 from last 30 years of appraising for estate planning and steps near the lot. According to Recreation Commissioner, Rich year’s amount of $ 429,594 to the new fiscal year contribution of selling purposes, Tomaszek has developed Gazoorian, there are many people who have mobility issues $511,372. expertise in numismatics, military antiques, who can’t walk up to the area. “We did this as a response to “The real budget driver is the school district,” said Flaherty, ephemera, pre-1900 stamps, fine jewelry of those people,” he said. which accounts for approximately more than half of the operating the Georgian to Edwardian period, artwork, A bylaw amendment on the warrant concerns the cell towers budget. Upton’s minimum local contribution for the Regional and American folk art. A Blackstone in town. The Planning Board is seeking to amend the zoning School District went up $221,000. He added Blackstone Valley resident, who has written several books. bylaws concerning wireless data transfer facilities. The amended Tech’s local contribution will likely see an approximate three He holds a bachelor degree in History and bylaw is seeking to change the height restrictions for the town’s percent increase due to an additional nine new students attending. Anthropology from Rhode Island College, cell towers “not to exceed 200 feet.” The idea behind the change The Public Safety department’s recommended new budget sells at several antique cooperatives in New is to provide better communication. As of mid-April, the reflects the addition of three new public safety officers; one full England and on eBay. warrant was still under review and the Selectmen had not yet time police officer and two paramedics. The additional police approved the article. officer’s salary is approximately $60,500 annually, plus benefits and The last articles on the draft warrant are two citizen’s petitions each paramedic’s salary totals $59,300 plus benefits. Upton Planning Board that affect the Town Manager Act. The first citizen’s petition The Department of Public Works budget will also see an Associate Member Needed seeks to form a commission to review and rewrite the Act. The increase. Part of that increase, explained Flaherty, is due an The Upton Planning Board is looking article goes on to state that no individual is to be “solicited, additional $430,000 for necessary road work and repairs. That for an individual to serve as an Associate chosen, or hired until this revised act has been approved by the increase will be up for consideration through a Town Meeting Member to the Planning Board. The role of Massachusetts Legislature.” warrant article. the Associate Member is to act on special The second petition seeks to make a number of changes On average, town employees received a two percent cost of permit applications in case of absence, to the Act concerning the Town Manager’s powers and living adjustment. However, some wages and salaries in the inability to act or conflict of interest of responsibilities. The petitions came forward as the Board budget reflect a somewhat higher increase after the Personnel a regular member, or in the event of a of Selectmen began recruitment efforts to hire a new Town Board re-evaluated the position and recommended moving some vacancy on the Board. The Associate Manager, after Blythe Robinson resigned in December. individuals up in the salary pay scale. Member must be a registered voter in the Currently Robert Reed is serving as the interim Town Manager. Flaherty also noted the town’s new growth will see a dip this Town of Upton and shall be appointed The Selectmen were scheduled to review and finalize the year due to less construction in town. State aid is projected to by the majority vote of the Board of warrant during their April 18 meeting. Once finalized, the increase approximately $40,000 from last year. The May 4 Annual Selectman and the Planning Board. The document should be posted on the town’s Web site. The May 4 Town Meeting will be held at Nipmuc Regional High School term of the Associate Member shall be Annual Town Meeting will take place at Nipmuc Regional High auditorium and begin at 7 p.m. two years. Interested individuals should School and begin at 7 p.m. submit a letter of interest by April 15 to the Town Clerk Kelly McElreath at: 1 Main St - Suite 11, Upton MA 01568 or via email to [email protected] . For further HOME UYER OOT AMP - Get Ready to Acquire the Home You Desire information, please contact the Planning Board at 508-529-1008. ues ay A ril t Upton Bloomer Girls 2017 elling a ubli ibrary la st ne t elling a A Scholarship Applications In today’s fast moving real estate market, Mickee Whitney (NMLS# 782138) and Jen Benoit Upton Bloomer Girls 2017 Scholarship you need to be prepared to come out on top. 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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 9 Mendon News
Mendon Meetings Troop 44 Can and Bottle Drive Monday, April 24 Mendon’s Troop 44 Boy Scouts will be Mendon’s Brady Struts His Stuff Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. holding their next can and bottle drive from Planning Board, Town Hall, 7 p.m. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, at the Wednesday, April 26 Mendon Town Hall parking lot. Anyone Local Historic District Study Committee, Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. with cans and bottles that they would like to Thursday, April 27 donate, but is unable to drop them off, can Local Historic District Study Committee, contact the Troop via e-mail at fundraising@ Town Hall, 6:30 p.m. troop44mendon.org or via phone at 508- Local Historic District Study Committee, 478-3124 to arrange a pick-up. Public Hearing, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Proceeds from both the can and bottle Friday, May 5 drive will be used to help fund Troop 44’s Annual Town Meeting, Miscoe Hill School, activities throughout the year. Troop 44 7 p.m. would like to thank everyone for their All meeting dates and times are subject to change. For the most up to date information on continuing support of Scouting in Mendon. Mendon meetings, view www.mendonma.gov. 2017 Mendon Senior of the Year Mendon Senior Center Nominations The Mendon Senior Center serves Mendon The Mendon Council on Aging is residents 60 years of age or older, people with now accepting nominations for the 2017 disabilities, and care givers. Hours of operation Senior Citizen of the Year. Since 1978 are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to some deserving person (or persons) has 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon, or call been awarded the annual distinction of On March 23, a group of seniors were introduced to the Mendon Police Department’s K-9, 508-478-6175. Senior Citizen of the Year. The chosen Brady, with his handler Officer Matt Pichel. During the demonstration, which took place at the Tuesday, April 25 Mendon resident, age 60 or older, generally Mendon Senior Center, Pichel discussed how Brady has helped with drug related searches and Fall Prevention Fitness Class Returns, 10:30 to exemplifies a spirit of public service and has locating missing individuals since joining the Department in 2015. Michelle Sanford photo 11:15 a.m. made a positive difference in the community. Technology Class with Nipmuc Students, Appointment Required, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Written nominations will be accepted until ABMI-TV Scholarship Chair Exercise/Fall Prevention June 1 and the award will be presented Wednesday, April 26 Winners of the 2016 ABMI-TV Fitness rd in September. Nomination forms may be Senior Tea at Clough School, Hosted by 3 Scholarship recently collected their awards Graders, 10 a.m. obtained from the Mendon Senior Center or Falls at any age can be harmful; for of $1,000 following a successful first Thursday, April 27 on-line. Please drop off or mail nominations older adults they can be devastating. The semester at their respective schools. Wellness Support Group, 10 a.m. to the Senior Center at 62 Providence Street, Mendon Senior Center is pleased to offer Sarah Tong of Mendon graduated from Orchestra of One from Susan McLeod, 11 a.m., Mendon, MA 01756. For more information an eight week Fall Prevention Workshop Nipmuc Regional High School in 2016 and Pizza Party Luncheon to Follow, $5 per Person about the nomination process, call 508-478- beginning Tuesday, April 25 at 10:30 Wednesday, May 3 is currently attending Boston University. 6175. a.m. According to certified instructor Tai Chi for Beginners Starts, First Class Free, Alexa Mirageas, also of Mendon, graduated Faith Kennedy, “This 45 minutes weekly 9 a.m. from Nipmuc Regional High School in program will help to strengthen your Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, 11 a.m. Lion’s Circus Days 2016 and is a freshman at the University of muscles, improve balance, increase Monday, May 8 Massachusetts, Amherst. Friends of Mendon Elderly Meeting, 11 a.m. Coming in June flexibility and awareness and reduce stress.” Applications for the 2017 ABMI-TV Wednesday, May 10 The Mendon Lions Club will add to This program is funded in-part with a Scholarship are currently available at local Council on Aging Meeting, 10 a.m. the town’s 350th anniversary celebration grant from Massachusetts Executive Office high schools and at the ABMI studio at 10 Technology Class with Nipmuc Students, by sponsoring four performances of the of Elder Affairs. While a fee is not required Appointment Required, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. William Way, Bellingham. Kelly-Miller Circus on June 27 and 28. for participants, donations are welcome to Thursday, May 11 Applicants must reside in either Shows will be at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. This defray the instructor’s cost. Please call 508- Interactive Alzheimer’s Workshop, Know the Bellingham or Mendon. Deadline for year’s show features an elephant and a 478-6175 or stop by the Mendon Senior 10 Warning Signs, Presented by Alzheimer’s submission is May 15. Center to register. Association Representative Julie McMurray, variety of mixed animals along with a 10:30 a.m. Call Senior Center to Register. cast of international circus stars under a Monday beautiful circus big top. The tent raising Mendon Board of Health Scholarships Food Pantry (First Monday of the Month), and guided tour on the first morning are The Mendon Board of Health, in partnership with Republic Services, is proud to 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. a great free show that will take place at announce their annual Good Citizen Scholarship Awards, which are provided to high Whole Foods, 9 a.m. approximately 9 a.m. and the public is Cribbage and Bridge, 9 a.m. school graduating seniors in the Town of Mendon. This year there will be two scholarships invited. Advanced ticket outlets will be Chorus, 12:30 p.m. in the amount of $500 each. Applications are available online at MendonMa.gov under Tuesday announced soon. Plan now to enjoy this the Board of Health portion of the town website and in the Board of Health office. Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. great local tradition Applications must be received no later than Wednesday, April 26, at 3 p.m. Lunch Club, $3, 12 p.m. Wii Bowling, 1 p.m. Hand and Foot (Canasta), 1 p.m. encompass permitting departments such as Mendon Senior Van to Make SHINE by Appointment, (Alternating Tuesdays) ◆ MENDON BUDGET from front page Wednesday the Board of Health, the Planning Board, Milford Bus Connections Shopping Van, 9 a.m. (Call to Reserve) Tech’s operational assessment reflects a and Zoning among others. As a result, new Beginning today and on every Friday Panera Bread, 9 a.m. fairly high increase of 18.29 percent or online permitting software is a large reason through June 30, the Mendon Senior T’ai Chi, 9 a.m. $165,909, for a total of $1,072,769; part for the Department’s $15,785 increase. Center will take Mendon seniors and Thursday of that increase is due to seven additional Town revenues will increase thanks to the handicapped persons to Milford to connect Cribbage, 9 a.m. Mendon students now attending the school. $123,000 of the additional funding brought to its local bus service and go to the various Stretch and Flexibility, 9 a.m. One of the biggest salary line item in by the town’s solar projects. Tax revenues supermarkets and shopping plazas in Lunch Club, $3, 12 p.m. changes reflected in the new budget at the levy limit are projected at $14,277,169 Milford. Among the bus stops in Milford Wii Bowling, 1 p.m. and debt exclusions add up to $1,006,402. Evening Yoga, 5:30 p.m. concerns the restructuring of the Public are: the Big Y plaza, the Kohl’s plaza, Target, Safety Director’s salary, which will now be Local receipts total $2,523,105 with state Shaw’s and Walgreens, and Stop &Shop and split into a separate Police Chief’s salary aid projected at $474,051. other Quarry Square stores. UptonUpton and Fire Chief’s salary. “That move will save According to Finance Chair Mike Last August, Milford began offering a the town approximately $30,000,” said Town Merolli, the overall budget process went Monday-Friday bus service around that Foreign Motors Administrator Kim Newman. The Board smoothly this year. “Our focus has always town through the MetroWest Regional of Selectmen and Finance Committee have been to modernize and centralize the Transit Authority (MWRTA). On Friday M S also recognized the growing needs of the budget process through the Office of the mornings, the Mendon Senior Center will U Senior Center and have recommended Town Administrator,” he said. Merolli connect to that service by leaving at 10 a.m. hiring a new part time administrative explained several years back when the and getting to the Milford Senior Center Specialists in assistant’s whose salary in the new budget town was without a Town Administrator, in time for the 10:28 a.m. MWRTA bus. totals approximately $18,000; the reason it was then Finance Committee Chair Rich The Mendon van will return to the Milford Volvo • BMW• Mercedes behind the 76 percent increase in that line Schofield “who really took the bull by the Senior Center at 2 p.m. to pick up and Audi • Toyota • Honda item. horn and created the framework we go by return to Mendon. Jaguar • Volkswagon • Saab In an effort to put more money into today.” Still, Merolli acknowledged this The Mendon van will go to Milford at no and all Domestic Autos necessary road work, a $30,000 increase year’s process was not without it challenges cost. The MWRTA bus costs 70 cents each Master Jaguar Technician with to the Department of Public Works including managing the rising costs of way for seniors, for a total cost of $1.40 per 19 years experience. expenses line item has been recommended. health insurance, the schools’ budgets, and round trip. Anyone interested should call prioritizing capital requests from town n eata le, uality ser ice and maintenance “We wanted to go beyond level funding the Mendon Senior Center at 508-478-6175 uaranteed to eat dealer la or rates road improvements this year,” explained department heads. to make a reservation. Newman. Mendon’s Annual Town Meeting on May 143 Milford St., (Rt. 140) • Upton Also, town officials plan to restructure 5 is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Miscoe 508-529-4040 the Inspectional Services Department to Hill School. A total of 29 articles are on the www.uptonforeignmotors.com warrant. 10 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Mendon News Historical District Bylaw Up for Vote in Mendon Mendon Candidates Forum By Michelle Sanford Part of the bylaw states, “except as this bylaw on May 1 Staff Reporter/Columnist provides, no building or structure or part thereof The Mendham Brush Association is sponsoring its annual Among the articles to be voted on during Mendon’s within a district shall be constructed or altered in any Candidate’s Forum at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 1, at the Mendon May 5 Annual Town Meeting will be a bylaw which way that affects the exterior architectural features as Senior Center for candidates running in Mendon’s Annual Town proposes to establish two historical districts in town. visible from a public street, public way, public park, Election. Last year, the Selectmen voted to form the or public body of water, unless the Commission shall All candidates running for office in the May 16 election are invited Historical District Study Committee, whose members first have issued a certificate with respect to such to attend this forum, make a brief presentation about why they are were charged with investigating the possibility construction or alteration.” running and then take questions from the audience. Refreshments of establishing an official historic district(s) The bylaw also discusses procedures for review of will be provided at the end of the forum. within Mendon for the purpose of preserving and applications, criteria for determinations, enforcement The Mendon Senior Center is located at 62 Providence St. Parking protecting certain areas in town which hold historical and penalties. There are also a number of exclusions is available at the center and in the lot across the street. significance. covered in the bylaw, some of which include the color After researching prospective areas, the Committee of paint, the color of materials used on roofs, certain determined one possible historical district, the temporary structures and signs, storm windows and Mendon Center District, consisting of the triangle doors, screens for windows and doors, and window air formed by Hastings St., Main St., and Elm St. and the conditioners, among others. Monday - Saturday portion of Main St. extending down to George St. The Study Committee has held several meetings 10am - 4pm This area contains historic homes, town buildings, with residents with the majority in attendance from commercial properties, churches, cemeteries and the proposed districts. Committee Chair Mike Founder’s Park. The other district up for consideration Goddard said the first meeting was very positive with is a single structure district located at 40 Millville Rd., many in favor of moving forward. “It’s about balance,” which is one of the oldest homes in Mendon. That he explained of establishing the historical districts district would be deemed the Taft Homestead District. “We’re trying to balance the look and feel of the New The bylaw, Article 23 on the warrant, explains a England village without infringing upon development Appliances Plumbing Supplies seven member Commission would be appointed by in town.” Assortment of Bath Tubs Bathroom Lighting the Selectmen who will administer and regulate the A public hearing on the bylaw is scheduled for April construction and alteration of structures or buildings 27. More detailed information on the bylaw can be Kitchen Sinks & Faucets Kitchen & Dining within the districts as set forth in the criteria of found on the Historical District Study Committee’s Bathroom Faucets & Room Lighting Mass. General Law Chapter 40C. Recommended Web page at wwwmendonma.gov. The Committee also Commission members could include an individual has a Facebook page. Shower Sets Outdoor Lighting from the town’s Board of Realtors, one from the If the bylaw passes by a two-thirds majority vote, Toilets Table Lamps Mendon Historical Society, one from the Mendon Article 24 is requesting $10,000 of Community Board of Architects and one property owner from Preservation Act funding be utilized for preservation Bathroom Sinks Ti any Lamps each of the said districts. A Selectman could serve as a restrictions on historic homes located in the districts. Vanities Can Lighting representative or other individuals the Selectmen see The funding is meant to provide an avenue to assist fit. those residents affected by the proposed bylaw. Also Home of CHAMPNEY’S A Retrospective of the Life and Work of USED CARS Sales & Services Artist Doris Daniels Cox 508-634-8282508-634-8282 On Thursday May 18, the Mendon 154 Uxbridge Road (Rt. 16), Mendon Historical Society will host A Retrospective of the Life and Work of Artist Doris Daniels Cox at the Unitarian Church, 13 Maple St. at 7 p.m. Cox born in 1914 was recognized at a very young age for her exceptional artistic talent. She was schooled at the finest institutions in Boston and eventually settled in Mendon where she raised her family and furthered her career as a professional portrait painter. She tutored many children and adults in the area and was one of the original members of the Blackstone Valley Art Association contributing her talents and energy to the success of the Association. Thanks to the generosity of the Cox Family a collection of her paintings and illustrations will be on display for the Doris Daniels Cox shown in this 1955 photo teaching youngsters how presentation, which takes a look at her to draw. A presentation on her life will be sponsored by the Mendon extraordinary life and contribution she has Historical Society on May 18. made to Mendon.
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By Michelle Sanford is needed to fund the parade passed, will purchase new mowers located on Hartford Ave. East. approved each year by voters. Staff Reporter/Columnist and fireworks scheduled for and associated equipment for Article 20 is seeking $2,000 Article 10 is requesting $2,500 As members of Mendon’s 350th September 24. A block party the Park’s Department totaling for the Land Use Committee to for a police matching grant Anniversary Committee continue on August 26 is seeking $2,500 approximately $25,000. utilize for trail signage. program, Article 11 is seeking preparing for the town’s future for insurance-related costs.To There are also several Once again, in an effort to approval of the Committee’s and final celebrations, a request cover public safety costs related Community Preservation Act save time, a consent calendar Five Year Plan, and Article 12 for monies for the more expensive to both the block party and articles on the warrant. Article motion will be requested to pass a is seeking approval to spend events are on the May Town parade, $10,000 is needed. The 15 is seeking approximately number of articles that are voted Chapter 90 funding. Meeting warrant. Committee, explained Rudden, $98,000 to fund the annual Fino on each year and include Articles Not part of the consent “To date, the celebrations “will make every effort to land debt. In Article 17 the Parks 4 though 12. Article 4 is seeking calendar but related to a revolving have been entirely self-funded,” fundraise first and use the town Department is seeking $15,000 $6,500 for the annual cyclical fund is Article 16. The Parks said Committee member Kevin funds second.” of CPA funding to install a new inspection and Article 5 is seeking Commission is requesting to Rudden. “We have been able to Two capital articles on the drainage system at Tetreault Field. $10,000 for the Fiscal Year 2018 establish a revolving fund, but raise a little bit of money from warrant are seeking $35,000. Article 18, if passed, will fund Bill portion of the Update Valuation would like to set the fund’s limit each event however these final Article 25 is requesting $10,000 McHenry’s Affordable Housing Account. to $100,000. According to Parks events are more celebrations than to replace windows at the Senior Coordinator salary for the year Article 6 through 9 are seeking and Recreation Director Dan fundraisers and will have some Center. The current windows totaling approximately $20,000. approval to set up revolving Byer, the purpose of this amount costs.” are approximately 30 years old And Article 19 is requesting accounts for the Taft Public is to set up a rainy day fund for Article 14 on the warrant is and pose safety and security $5,500 from CPA monies to hire Library, the Planning Board, future needs. The town’s other seeking $37,500 to cover the concerns. The new windows will a consultant to research and file the Highway Department, and revolving funds are capped costs of several bigger events. be more energy efficient than the National Register application the Conservation Commission, between $6,000 and $30,000. According to Rudden, $25,000 the current ones. Article 26, if for the Olney Cook Artisan Shop respectively, and must be
Former Fire Station Recommended as Site for New Police Headquarters Voters asked to approve a $5 million Prop. 2½ debt exclusion
By Michelle Sanford For some time, the Committee has been investigating Staff Reporter/Columnist various sites for the new police headquarters and over After months of research and discussions, the Mendon Police the last several weeks narrowed the options down to Station Building Committee believes the best option for the new two; complete the construction on the Morrison Dr. Police Department is to renovate the former Main St. fire station, shell or renovate the former fire station. After speaking adjacent to the Town Hall. During an April 12 meeting, a majority with architects, reviewing preliminary plans and costs, of the Committee voted to recommend their decision to the Board the Committee agreed the Main St. location is the best of Selectmen and will present their findings to residents when a debt option based on several factors. exclusion article to fund the project is brought forward during the May The plan for the former fire station is to renovate The former Mendon Fire Station in the Town Hall 5 Annual Town Meeting. the 2,228 square foot historical building and expand complex has been recommended as the site of the it to a nearly 9,200 square foot building. The square community’s new Police Station. footage number does include the upper level of the new addition, however, the Committee has been in talks with Blackstone Valley Tech to consider students completing the upper level at a later date, thus helping to defray costs. The Morrison Dr. shell is 6,700 square feet. According to Police Chief Dave Kurczy, the building would fit the needs of the Police Department for the time being but it wouldn’t be long before the Department began to outgrow it. There were also concerns about expansion there. Comparing locations, the Committee stated the former fire station provided quicker access to Main St. and was also more visible to residents, unlike the Morrison Dr. building, which is set far off the road. Members also liked the idea of repurposing the historical Main St. structure. To date, the cost to complete the Morrison Dr. shell is approximately $3.6 to $3.8 million, however that number does not include a second egress, street lighting or signage. The cost for the fire station option is estimated at $4.9 million, but because it is a historical building, Town Administrator Kim Newman stated $1 to $1.5 million of Community Preservation Act funding could be utilized to defray the final costs. As a result, the costs of each building are comparable. The amount on the warrant article is requesting $5 million. The Committee made a motion to move forward with renovating the fire station provided at least $1 million can be funded with CPA monies and other sources. With school debt coming off, the police station is not expected to cost tax payers; in fact, early estimates indicate even with the debt exclusion passed, taxes may still decrease. This will be the fifth time since 2004 town officials are bringing a debt exclusion before voters for a new police station; residents rejected the measure in 2004, 2006, 2008, and 2009. The newest proposal, which is a Prop. 2½ debt exclusion requires two votes for passage; a two/thirds majority vote at the Annual Town Meeting on Friday, May 5 and then a simple majority at the polls during the Annual Town Election on Tuesday, May 16. Both events are held at Miscoe Hill School.
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12 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Blackstone Heritage Corridor Names New Executive Director Claflin Hill Presents Corporate Night At Blackstone Heritage Corridor, Inc. (BHC) announces that its Symphony Executive Director, Charlene Perkins Cutler, is retiring, leaving her post effective April 28. BHC has named its Deputy Director, Megan DiPrete, as the nonprofit organization’s new Executive Director. Cutler was hired in September, 2014, and was charged with the start-up and branding of the new nonprofit management entity for the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor. During her three-year tenure, Cutler revived the Volunteers-in-Parks Program, reenergized the project to build the Blackstone Heritage Corridor Visitor Center at Worcester, and shepherded the development of the new BHC Surging Toward 2026, A Strategic Plan (available on the Megan DiPrete website BlackstoneHeritageCorridor.org). She also attracted non- Saturday, April 29th at 7:30 p.m. federal revenue and expanded BHC’s network of partners. “Under Charlene’s guidance and leadership, BHC has transformed itself from a federal commission to an independent non-profit working in partnership with the National • William Schuman: New England Triptych Park Service,” noted Harry Whitin, BHC’s Board Chairman. “Megan brings experience, • Barber: Knoxville—Summer of 1915 understanding and vision to forge new bonds of partnership that will preserve the Heritage Corridor and help develop the new Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park. She’ll Alesia Tringale, soprano • provide the kind of seamless leadership transition the National Heritage Corridor needs.” Wallach: Berkshire Rhapsody, World Premiere DiPrete has worked as a partner and community planner for 30 years in the National • Copland: Appalachian Spring Heritage Corridor, the last three on BHC’s staff. Her work with the Corridor included branding, primarily the National Heritage Corridor signage, and the planning and Venue: Milford Town Hall’s Grand Ballroom, 52 Main St., Milford, MA development of the Blackstone River Bikeway. She also worked on a variety of projects in partnership with Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Reserved: $40 ~ Student//Senior/Veteran: $25 Commerce, and worked with communities to develop National Register of Historic Places nominations, local historic districts and certified local governments. Her work also included developing river access points in Lincoln and Uxbridge. Order tickets online at DiPrete joined BHC as its community planner in 2014 and was promoted shortly thereafter to Deputy Executive Director. Prior to that she was manager of the Community Development and Planning Program at Central Mass. Regional Planning Commission, www.claflinhill.org working with federal partners and funding sources on behalf of 40 cities and towns in Corporate Night Sponsors— central Massachusetts, including the 14 Massachusetts communities in the National Heritage Corridor. DiPrete has a strong background in all aspects of community development policy, administration, and complex projects management. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in political science from Bloomsbury University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Public Administration from the University of New Hampshire, and a certificate in Construction Business Management from Northeastern University. She has also completed Senior Level Management training at the Donohue Institute at the University of Massachusetts. DiPrete is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners and both the Massachusetts and Rhode Island chapters of the American Planning Association.
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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 13 Blaire House - Adult Day Health Center Senior Living By Michelle Sanford Staff Reporter/Columnist The compassionate staff at the Blaire House Adult Day Blaire House of Milford Teams up with Blackstone Valley Health Center goes out of their way to make certain their participants feel right at home. For years, the Milford Adult Tech Health Services Day program has been providing seniors with memory- related diseases and other disabilities wonderful daytime care in order for family members to continue working and/ Students from the Blackstone or to give caregivers a much needed break. Valley Tech Health Services “We really try to make this a home away from home,” program worked at Blaire House said Program Director Maureen Gulino. As people are of Milford this year learning the living longer and individuals are working past the typical hands-on-skills needed to become a retirement age, the need for such programs continues CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) to increase. That’s why the team at the Blaire House including, assisting with dressing, program proudly offers its participants a warm and caring environment to come to each day providing them multiple bathing, feeding, activities and services including critical social interaction, two nutritious Alzheimer care of the residents. meals and a snack, exercise, personnel hygiene care Shown in the photo, l-r, are: Back including showers, medication assessment and management, Row-Kyle Romano Executive ongoing health assessments, and physical, occupational, and Director of the Blaire House of speech therapy. Milford Nursing Facility, Judy One thing that sets the Blaire House apart from others is Lavallee RN, Jared Ayotte and Erin the fact that it has services specifically geared for participants Ward. Front row-Kelsey Nolen, with memory diagnoses, including therapeutic activities and Haleigh Mackinnion, Luchianna nursing services. “It can be difficult for those participants Krzciuk and Morgan Lobisser. who don’t have memory issues to cope with those who Members of a Franklin Brownie Troop celebrate Blaire House of Milford photo do,” explained Gulino. And now the Adult Day Center is St. Patrick’s Day with participants at the Blaire excited to announce they are nearly doubling their space, House Adult Day Health Center. therefore allowing the number of participants to increase. The expansion is expected to be completed in the spring and is provided through wheel chair accessible Know the 10 Signs of Serious Memory Loss will include an Alzheimer’s Garden and a secure wandering vans. Prices range from $61 to $76 per day. space. In addition to private pay, costs are covered If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss doctor and get a diagnosis. It will be held on Thursday, May While most adult day programs are open five days a by Mass Health and Senior Whole Health. or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. As people 11, at 11 a.m. at the Mendon Senior Center 62 Providence week, the Blaire House program is open six days with the “It’s really the most cost effective care there is age, there can be changes to memory. Yet, memory loss and St. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance hopes that someday it may be open seven.“It’s a seven day a out there,” said Gulino. “And best of all, they behavior changes severe enough to disrupt daily life are not to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for week disease,” Gulino says of the dementia and Alzheimer get to go home at the end of the day.” Blaire typical part of aging. the future. To register for this workshop contact the Mendon participants she has in the program. “Caregivers who are House of Milford is located at 20 Claflin St. For This interactive workshop, Know the 10 Warning Signs, Senior Center at 508-478-6175 or the Alzheimer’s Association working may need a Saturday to run errands or just a break.” more information, call 508-482-7222 or email presented by Alzheimer’s Association representative Julie at 800-272-3900. Door- to-door transportation to and from Blaire House [email protected]. McMurray can help determine if it’s important to speak to a
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14 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Senior Living St. Camillus Health Center By Michelle Sanford Staff Reporter/Columnist St. Camillus Health Center, located in Blaire House of Milford Teams up with Blackstone Valley Whitinsville, has quite a bit to be proud of says Administrator Bill Graves. For more than 50 years, Tech Health Services the long and short term health care facility has been providing quality and compassionate care to its residents and patients. St. Camillus Health Center offers outstanding care on a number of levels including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, adult day health services, and a secured memory care neighborhood. Graves says one of the things he’s most proud of is how dedicated the staff is to those receiving care at the health center and the fact that many employees have worked there for so long. “That’s very comforting; not only to our residents but also to their families.” In fact, a number of testimonials The Roberts Wesleyan College Wind Ensemble entertains residents at St. posted on St. Camillus Web site from family Camillus in January. members praise the devoted staff that cared for their loved ones. St. Camillus has been at the forefront when In fact, St. Camillus will soon begin offering the same training it comes to the way long-term nursing facilities sessions to the public that it provides to its staff members. “Any operate. For the most part, residents are encouraged member of the community can become certified as a Dementia to follow their own schedules, thus allowing them to Practitioner by going through this eight hour course. The level of feel more independent and more at home. “There’s education that is provided is truly an eye-opener for those that no regiment here. They wake up when they chose to haven’t been exposed to Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia. The course and can eat when they want,” said Graves. Speaking provides a solid basis of understanding of the diseases, and provides of food, residents and staff continuously rave about coping mechanisms and skills to help our loved ones navigate through Know the 10 Signs of Serious Memory Loss the fresh, home cooked meals that are served to unchartered territory.” order. The successful philosophy at St. Camillus has also been carried over to their Adult Day Health Center, also located in Whitinsville. The doctor and get a diagnosis. It will be held on Thursday, May St. Camillus Memory Care Neighborhood, which provides long-term care to those with Alzheimer’s Center offers eight hours a day of activities, strength training, onsite 11, at 11 a.m. at the Mendon Senior Center 62 Providence physical therapy, as well as two meals a day. Transportation to and St. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance Disease, has also been a huge success. “Thanks to our staff, the Memory Care Neighborhood is calm from the facility is available to clients residing in the Blackstone Valley to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for area. the future. To register for this workshop contact the Mendon and peaceful because of the way we run it. Over the years, much has changed in the way long term St. Camillus Health Center is located at 447 Hill St. in Whitinsville. Senior Center at 508-478-6175 or the Alzheimer’s Association St. Camillus Adult Day Health Center is located at 670 Linwood at 800-272-3900. memory care is mandated, but we go above and beyond over what’s required,” explained Graves. Avenue, also in Whitinsville. For more information on any of their services, call 508-234-7306, or log on to www.stcamillus.com.
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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 15 SPRING SPRUCE UP Easy Walks in Massachusetts Daniels Farmstead Spring Plant Sale The Friends of the Hopedale Library will sponsor a presentation, Easy Walks in Massachusetts, by Bellingham author Marjorie Turner Hollman on Wednesday, May 3 at 6:30 pm at the Bancroft Memorial Library. Hollman Daniels Farmstead will offer places were local residents can find easy walking trails, great rail trails, beautiful views of the Blackstone Spring Plant Sale will be River and short walks to sweeping vistas along the Upper Charles and the Neponset River watersheds. Hollman Sunday May, 21, from will present a slideshow of photos taken along paths included in the 2nd edition of her book, Easy Walks in 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 286 Massachusetts, a walking trail guide to 50+ trails in 16 contiguous area towns in south central Massachusetts Mendon St., Blackstone. and from her second book, More Easy Walks, which detail great places to enjoy the outdoors in an additional 15 Annuals, perennials and contiguous towns closer toward Boston. The walks in these books are all parent, grandparent and kid-friendly. Many vegetable seedlings will of these trails are dog-friendly. Books are $20 each and will be available for purchase after the event. To reserve your be offered. spot please sign up at the upstairs registration desk by Monday, May 1 or call 508-634-2209 during operating hours. At 11 a.m. Naturalist All are welcome. Kathy Barton will lead a woodland walk to get in sync with Spring. Meet the floral residents that bring the season to life such Since 1965 DRIVEWAYS SEALED PROFESSIONALLY as starflowers, violets and with a little luck and pink ladyslippers. MASS STUMP & At 1 p.m. John Root will present Organic Gardening For Everyone, about natural and effective techniques for the TREE REMOVAL cultivation of a variety of vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers. Find us His presentation is funded in part by a grant from the Blackstone e’s Winter is a Perfect on Angi Cultural Council, sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural List SEALCOATING & REPAIRS Time for Branch & Council. Tree Removal The Farm grill will be open for lunch and picnic tables will be Tree Removal •Tree Trimming available as well as home baked goodies. The Farmer’s Market begins on Sunday, July 9 and will be held Stump Removal • Tree Fertilization every Sunday, rain or shine, through October 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 PlanPlantttH Hormoneormone Treatment p.m. Vendors welcomed. For more information, please contact: Justine Brewer SINCE 1994 at [email protected] or 508-726-2042
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16 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 SPRING SPRUCE UP Free Documentary Screening
Join the Town of Mendon and HomeWorks Energy of 25 people. Please register at the following link to ensure must be done today and in the future to prevent catastrophic for a free showing of Before the Flood, an informative there is a seat available, www.mendonma.gov/before-the-flood disruption of life on our planet. documentary on climate change on Wednesday, April 26 at or email [email protected] The Town of Mendon and HomeWorks Energy have 7 p.m. at the Taft Public Library, 29 North Ave., Mendon. Before the Flood, directed by Fisher Stevens, captures a created a partnership to encourage Mendon residents to take Enter through the back of the building. Light refreshments three-year personal journey alongside Academy Award- advantage of the Mass Save program. The Town of Mendon will be served. winning actor and U.N. Messenger of Peace Leonardo could receive a $10,000 grant from National Grid if Mendon Following the movie, attendees will have the opportunity to DiCaprio as he interviews individuals from every facet completes 245 no-cost home energy assessments in 2017. schedule their Mass Save no-cost Home Energy Assessments of society in both developing and developed nations who Visit www.homeworksenergy.com/Mendon-Saves or call on the spot and ask questions about the audits. There is a limit provide unique, impassioned and pragmatic views on what 781-305-3319 to sign up.
Park Serve Day Touch A Vernal Pool The annual Park Serve Day will be held at Upton Evening Walk State Forest on Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring the family and friends for Big Night Above Ground Pools! Registration and coffee will be available from 8:30 to Saturday April 29 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at West 9 a.m. Meet at the Headquarters Building near the Hill Dam, 518 E. Hartford Ave. Uxbridge. Park intersection of Westborough and Southborough Roads Rangers will lead a walk exploring the spring (GPS address is 205 Westboro Rd) Many hands make activity at a typical Massachusetts vernal pool, light work so all are invited to join Friends of Upton including salamanders and wood frogs who are State Forest (FUSF) and the Dept. of Conservation busy finding mates. Participants will view a brief and Recreation (DCR) for the annual clean up. Bring slide show of vernal pool characteristics and hand tools such as shovels, rakes, and loppers. Dress for indicator species and then hike about one mile the weather with appropriate work shoes and gloves. to several vernal pools, where various species Sunscreen and insect repellant are also suggested. Water such as wood frogs can be observed in various will be provided. No power tools. life stages such as egg, larvae or adult. Above Ground Pools The public is welcome. A liability waiver is required. SALES & SERVICE Meet at the West Hill Dam office, and dress Inground Pools Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. for the weather, since the program will be held Plan your Staycation! Youth groups should contact register in advance so LINER SALES & INSTALLATION rain or shine. Please bring a flashlight. Nets are SERVICE & MAINTENANCE copies of the liability waiver to be filled out by parents. absolutely not permitted, since the animals will Pool and Spa Chemicals At noon there will be pizza lunch for all volunteers. not be disturbed. Although not necessary, it would be helpful if volunteers Youth under the age of 17 must be • preregister by contacting DCR at 508-278-7604 or email accompanied by an adult. Junior Rangers Level 508-966-1322 CRYSTALPOOLSTORE.COM to [email protected]. For more info: 2, earn wildlife credit. 95 Mechanic St, Rte 140, Bellingham http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/get-involved/ For more information, contact Ranger Viola volunteer-ops/park-serve-day.html Bramel, 978-318-8417
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Electronics Recycling Day The First Congregational Church of Milford, 4 Congress St., is sponsoring an Electronics Recycling Day on Saturday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The church will ensure that 99 percent of dropped off items will be reused and recycled. All computer monitors, computers, parts and accessories as well as any office equipment, faxmachines, copiers, printers, scanners and any audio/video devices or electronics including televisions can be recycled. Recycling fees range from $5 to $25 per item. Cell phones can be recycled at no charge and will be donated to charities that recycle and reuse them. Part of the process includes complete hard drive destruction. The recycling vendor will erase and shred all hard drives at no additional cost. A drive through process will allow those donating to quickly drop off their items where help will eb available. The First Congregational Church Electronics Recycling event is held twice a year during May and September. For more information, contact Martha at 508-904-4471 Cash payments only, please.
Volunteers Needed for Annual River Cleanup The Blackstone River Watershed Association (BRWA) is sponsoring its annual cleanup on Saturday, April 29, from 1 to 3 p.m. Towns included are Auburn, Millbury, PLUMBING & Grafton, Upton, Sutton, Northbridge, FREE HEATING, INC. Uxbridge, Douglas, Hopedale, Mendon, Estimates Millville, and Blackstone. Licensed & Insured 508-497-6344 Volunteer just a few hours of time to clean joyceplumbingandheating.com up trash and various debris that pollute our waterways along rivers, streams, ponds, wetlands, and shorelines. Groups of all types are invited to participate. Pizza and drinks will be provided at DCR’s River Bend Farm Visitor Center at 287 Oak Old Fuddy Duddy Painters with 30 plus years experience St., Uxbridge at 3 p.m. While there, drop by the Annual Clean and Green Fair sponsored Ice Dam Repair • Paint & Powerwash by Alternatives Unlimited, Inc. from 2:30. • Kitchen Cabinets Refinished to 4 p.m. Planned activities include planting Starting at $900 seedlings, a beekeeping demo, how to raise • Deck Refinishing chickens, and kids activities. Register online for the BRWA Annual SAVING MARRIAGES ONE HOME AT A TIME! Earth Day Cleanup at TheBRWA.org. For C more information, call 508-278-5200 or email [email protected].
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18 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 Business & Real Estate Spring Cleaning An A in Patient Safety for Milford Regional Medical Center Milford Regional Medical Center received an “A” for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization committed to Season Helps Keep driving quality, safety and transparency in the U.S. health care system. The Medical Center was one of 823 hospitals nationwide to receive an “A” for its commitment to reducing errors, infections, and accidents that can harm patients, ranking it among the safest hospitals in the Home Pest-Free United States. Submitted by Jim Mazzuchelli “Hospitals that earn top marks nationally in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade have achieved the highest safety standards in the WPC Pest and Termite Control country,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. Developed under the guidance of an expert panel, the Leapfrog Spring cleaning is a longstanding Hospital Safety Grade uses 30 measures of publicly available hospital safety data to assign A, B, C, D and F grades to more than 2,600 U.S. tradition helping homeowners hospitals twice per year. It is calculated by top patient safety experts, peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. welcome the warmer season’s weather, “Patient safety is a top priority for everyone that works at Milford Regional,” says Edward J. Kelly, president & CEO of Milford Regional. from bringing the outdoor patio “Receiving an ‘A’ grade for hospital safety by The Leapfrog Group is a real testament to the diligence and hard work of our physicians, furniture out of storage to simply nurses and staff in their daily efforts to provide patients with care that is both high quality and safety focused. They are to be commended reorganizing the shelves and closets for their commitment to safety that brought us this national recognition.” in the house. While the attention To see Milford Regional’s full Health Safety Grade, and to access consumer-friendly patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit of spring cleaning is mainly on hospitalsafety.org. aesthetic purposes, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is reminding homeowners that there are also specific spring cleaning steps they Charles River Bank can take to protect their home from pest invasions and damage. “Spring cleaning is an opportune Donates to Blackstone practice to inspect homes for, and fix, areas presenting potential pest threats Valley Tech since homeowners are already going through each room and the outdoor premises to get organized,” said Jim Mazzuchelli, owner of WPC Pest and Termite Control. “Even taking note of, and sealing, the smallest crack or opening is beneficial in the long run as those crevices, if not attended to, can grow larger with time and become points of entry into the home for pests.” The spring months also mark the Pierce Lane U ton onset of harmful pests including stinging insects like yellow jackets, $ wasps and hornets, making pest prevention especially important this time of year. Mazzuchelli recommends Open House Sat 4/22 and Sun 4/23 the following quick and simple, yet valuable, pest-proofing tips provided by the NPMA: Call Jeanne or • Seal up cracks and small openings Charles River Bank recently donated $1,000 to support Mike for times! along the foundation of the the Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High house. School student van. This van is used to transport students • Eliminate sources of moisture or to job sites within the 13-town district. Students use their standing water. technical skills to work in various public schools, municipal • Keep tree branches and other buildings and non-profit locations. Students in the Painting plants cut back from the house. and Design Technologies program worked on creating the • Keep kitchens clean by wiping Charles River Bank logo that is adhered to the van in three counters and emptying the locations. “We are happy to help BVT in any way we can. garbage frequently. 4 BR, 2.5 bath, new kitchen, hardwoods, new windows, new Having this van available to the students is a great way • Keep all food containers sealed. roof, fantastic nished walkout basement, 3-season private • Avoid leaving pet’s food dishes for the school to get involved with the community as well back deck, Buderis boiler, water softener and ltration system, out for long periods of time. as a wonderful way for students to practice their technical irrigation, central air, fenced back yard. Great neighborhood • Keep trash containers clean skills. Greater exposure to different jobs and experiences on cul-de-sac. Must see! and sealed, both indoors and helps these talented BVT students develop their professional outdoors. capabilities,” said Charles River Bank President and CEO • Screen windows and doors Jack Hamilton. Shown in the photo is Senior Vice President/ Jeanne For a free inspection call WPC Pest, Senior Commercial Lending Officer Mel McKee, right, Leombruno Mike Auen 1-844-435-2211, and for more pest presents Superintendent of Blackstone Valley Regional 508-259-9737 508-951-4951 facts and pest proofing tips, visit Vocational Technical High School Dr. Michael F. Fitzpatrick NoBugsNoPests.com. with a donation check to fund the school’s student transportation van.
Southwick’s Zoo Reveals Brand New Logo for Let us hel you uy or sell real estate 2017 Season C E Southwick’s Zoo – New England’s largest zoo – recently unveiled a new and modernized logo marking the most dramatic change in its visual identity since opening its doors in 1963. “Our new logo better communicates and represents what Southwick’s Zoo stands for today,” said Southwick’s Zoo Vice President of Marketing, Betsey Brewer. “We wanted to modernize and elevate our brand with a simple and striking design that was still, unquestionably, Southwick’s.” The new visual identity created by Rebecca Mansfield, Marketing Manager at Southwick’s, says “it presents the zoo as modern and evolving”. The logo also marks the start of exciting changes for the zoo in 2017 and beyond. Over the next few months, Southwick’s Zoo will undergo an extensive website redesigned by Envision Digital out of Worcester. The new site will improve the user experience and will feature such modernized technologies as an 112 Main Street, Upton interactive map of the grounds. Bill McCormick Shawn DeMarzo “We’re constantly looking at ways to improve the experience of our guests, both at the zoo www.BillMcCormick.com and across the web,” Brewer said. “2017 is looking to be a year of tremendous changes and 508-320-3500 508-320-3445 improvements for the zoo.” [email protected] [email protected] Southwick’s Zoo opened for the 2017 season on April 8.
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Blackstone Valley Chamber of Thanks To Yanks Comedy Night Foxwoods Trip Friends of Milford Town Library Commerce MILFORD-The Thanks To Yanks 3rd Annual MILFORD-The Knights of Columbus Valencia Spring Book Sale AREA-The Blackstone Valley Chamber of Comedy Night, on Friday, May 12, will be held Council 80 is sponsoring a trip to Foxwoods MILFORD-The Friends of the Milford Town Commerce will be holding the following at Scioli’s Pizza Bar, 146 South Main St, Milford. on Friday, April 28 for $20 per person, which Library will hold their semiannual book sale events. For more information or to register visit Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show, hosted by includes round trip bus transportation, a $10 on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. BlackstoneValley.org, email administrator@ Adam Webster and featuring the comedy magic food voucher or free buffet plus $10 in slot plays. Members of the Friends may shop on Friday, blackstonevalley.org, call 508-234-9090 or stop of Steve Charrette and comedian Jim Bishop, The bus leaves the Milford Municipal Lot, across April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. Memberships are by the chamber offices, 670 Linwood Ave. Bldg starts at 7 p.m. the street from Sacred Heart of Jesus Church $10.00 per year and may be paid at the door. A, Suite 5, Whitinsville. Ticket, which are $20 per person for this age of Milford at 4 p.m. and leaves Foxwoods at 11 Thousands of books are available along Valley Business Network: Referral Group will 21 and up event, are available online at info@ p.m. Reservations, for anyone 21 or older, must with audio books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles and meet from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Chamber offices thankstoyanks.org or at the door. be made by April 21 by contacting James Burke, videocassettes. Prices are $.50 for mass-market on May 17. All proceeds raised will benefit Thanks To F.D.D. at 508-478-9813. Proceeds benefit the (small pocket-size) paperbacks and $1 for Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce Yanks’ mission of supporting military, veterans Knights of Columbus scholarship fund. hardcovers and trade (large-sized) paperbacks in and Education Foundation 28th Annual Golf and their families and a portion of the proceeds the adult section. All children’s books are $.25. Tournamentat Pleasant Valley Country Club, will be donated to Operation Flags for Vets, a Spring Sale This is a great chance to gather books for beach Sutton on May 8. program of the SFC Jared C. Monti Charitable HOPKINTON- A Plant Sale, Silent Auction and reading, entertaining visiting grandchildren, Foundation. Family Fun Day will be held on Friday, May or to lower the cost of required school reading. Milford Regional Medical Center For more information, visit ThanksToYanks. 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 13 from Proceeds help the Friends fund programs, org on the web or their Facebook, Twitter, Auxiliary Fundraiser 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Covenant museum passes and materials for the Library. LinkedIn or Instagram pages. Church, Hopkinton. Plant sale includes Items may be donated at the Milford Town MILFORD-The Milford Regional Medical inexpensively priced perennials, specializing in Library before the sale; textbooks more than Center Auxiliary Fundraiser at Dairy Queen, Home Buyer Boot Camp cottage garden favorites. Silent Auction includes five-years old or Readers Digest condensed 190 West St., Milford, has been changed to April BELLINGHAM-Realtor Leo Fantini an Owner/ restaurants, local attractions and more. For books are not accepted. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. Ten percent of all proceeds Broker at the Massachusetts Real Estate Group the kids, there will be a bounce house, arts and during this time period will be donated to the Bellingham will lead a free Home Buyer Boot crafts, and carnival style games with prizes on Auxiliary. Camp, complete with pizza on Wednesday, Saturday. Bake sale will include Swedish baked Support Group for Caregivers of For more information about joining the May 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bellingham goods. More information at 508-435-3723 or Special Needs Children Auxiliary, please call 508-422-2099 or at Public Library, 100 Blackstone St. Local experts comcovhop.org. MILFORD-A Support Group for the Caregivers [email protected] will explain the home buying process and all of Special Needs Children is held the first and attendees will receive a helpful free workbook Joan’s Jewelry Fundraiser third Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 that contains key information. There will be time p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 17 Congress MILFORD The Milford Regional Medical St., Milford. Friendship, understanding, empathy, Highlights of Hope Celebration set aside for a question and answer session to Center Auxiliary will sponsor Joan’s Jewelry at FRANKLIN-New Hope’s Board of Directors address attendees’ specific questions. Register by resources and laughter are offered. There is no the hospital on April 28 in the Atruim Café, charge for the program but please register by invites everyone toa celebration of its work, contacting Fantini 508-446-3538 or LeoFantini@ 14 Prospect St., Milford, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. community partnerships and call to men to Marealestategroup.com calling 508-735-8049 or emailing marinoc@ Jewelry includes gold and silver jewelry and youinc.org. Hosted by the Kennedy Donovan engage in creating communities free from precious and semi-precious stones. violence on May 18 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Twice Blessed Thrift Shop Center, You Inc. and Dugas & Dugas Advisors All jewelry carries a lifetime guarantee. and PPAL. the Dean College Guidry Center, 99 Main St., HOPEDALE-Twice Blessed Thrift Shop at Returns are accepted within 30 days for a refund, Franklin. Sacred Heart Church, Hopedale will offer Spring credit, or exchange. A portion of the sales Phallacies, a men’s performance group from Savings in April. Raincoats, wall décor, dishes, goes to the Milford Regional Medical Center Coffee House UMass Amherst will kick off the breakfast Spring wreaths, baskets and vases will be 30 Auxiliary, which conducts many fundraisers MILFORD-The First Congregational Church with a spirited live performance. Key note percent off plus shoppers can get an Egg-Stra throughout the year. of Milford, 4 Congress St., is hosting a Coffee speaker Rilwan Feyisitan - Deputy Director savings of 10 to 30 percent off of a total purchase If you would like more information about House on Saturday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Community Action Partnership will speak, at the register. The shop is open Thursdays 9 joining the Auxiliary, please call 508-422-2099. Performances will be offered by students and followed by a survivor story and awards a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Information about the Auxiliary is also available instructors from Music and Arts of Milford. A presentation. Closed April 9, 13 and 16. on the Medical Center’s website: MRMC- $5 donation will be collected at the door. Fair Email [email protected] for [email protected] Trade coffee, tea and desserts will be offered. tickets.Highlights of Hope is a fundraiser, and all donations directly support NewHope’s work First Unitarian Universalist Yard Sale in the community to free all from violence and MILFORD-The First Unitarian Universalist Be Kind to Animals Celebration explotation. Church of Milford, 23 Pine St., will hold a huge Milford Area Chamber of Commerce indoor yard sale on May 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., MILFORD-The Milford Area Chamber of MENDON-Cheri Vandersluis will speak rain or shine. Commerce (MACC), 258 Main St., Milford, at the Maple Farm Sanctuary’s (MFS) “Be Clean out Your Closets Suite 306, is offering the following events. Kind to Animals” celebration on May 13 UPTON-YNIA, Young Neighbors In For more information or to register visit at the Unitarian Congregation of Mendon Milford Community School Use and Uxbridge, 13 Main St. at 1 p.m. The day Action, is doing a textile drive for the next milfordchamber.org, call 508-473-6700 or email Children’s Programs [email protected] includes a Veggie Potluck with vegan dishes few weeks in order to raise money to go MILFORD-The Milford Community School Use Connecting Women Leaders (CWL) on from 11:30 to 3:30 p.m. and optional MFS tours. on their Mission Trip this summer. Clean Program is offering a variety of programs for Thursday, May 11 at 11:30 a.m. at Waters Tickets may be purchased at textiles will be accepted at St. Gabriel’s youngsters including golf lessons at Maplegate Corporation, 34 Maple St., Milford. MapleFarmSanctuary.org and are $20 for people Church, Mendon St., Upton, from now Country Club, 160 Maple St., Bellingham plus who bring a dish to share and $30 for others. through May 21. Clean clothes, shoes, various summer programs in art, cooking, Guests will also have an opportunity to be kind boots, hats, belts, purses, sheets, blankets baseball, basketball, educational, fitness, HeartSong Spiritual Wellness to farm animals by bringing gifts for the nearly lacrosse, music, tennis and volleyball. 100 rescued animals at MFS. People who are and towel will be collected. No stained MILFORD- HeartSong Spiritual Wellness at the Visit MCS.milford.ma.us for more unable to attend can participate through the items will be accepted. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 23 Pine St., information and registration, which is due prior online MFS Be Kind to Animals campaign, Funds raised by the drive will support Milford, is offering a variety of programs. To find to the class meeting. which will run throughout the week and high school students from St. Gabriel, out more information or to review their ongoing A separate registration form and a separate highlight simple and effective ways that people programs, visit HeartSongSpiritualWellness.com who donate a week of their time to spend check made payable to the TOWN OF can make a difference for farm animals. Special events, which all begin at 7 p.m. unless helping various charities in Worcester MILFORD – MCSUP, are needed for each otherwise noted, include Thursday, April 27 County including Seven Hills, St. course. Drop off registrations at the office YogaDance for EveryBody; and Friday, April 28 Matthew’s, The Little Store, Community in Milford High School or mail to Milford Chakra Workshop. Harvest, and several daycare locations. Community School Use Program, 31 West Forty teens will be participating this Fountain St., Milford, MA 01757. Call 508-478- summer. 1119 with questions.
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MHS Class of 2019 Silent Auction Paint Night How to Manage Your Fabric Stash BVT Leo Club Hosting Charity Walk MILFORD-The Milford High School Class of MILFORD-The Sacred Heart of Jesus of Milford MENDON – Quilters and other crafters are UPTON – All invited to help raise funds for the 2019 will hold a Silent Auction on Saturday, is sponsoring a Paint Night on Wednesday, invited to hear quilting teacher Maureen Bird Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund at the May 6, at the Hoboken Club from 7 to 10 p.m. June 14, at 7 p.m. in the Bell Tower Room, East demonstrate how to save time and new design 2017 Walk for Sight sponsored by BVT Leo Club A variety of raffles along with silent and live Main St. Cost is $40 per person. Limited seating, ideas at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16 at a program on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at auction items will be available. Admission is $10. please call the Rectory at 508-634-5435 to sponsored by Yankee Quilters’ Guild, a regional the Valley Tech School track, 65 Pleasant St. The Please join us for a fun evening and help reserve a place. A social hour will be held from quilting group. The program is part of Yankee all-ages event includes snacks, refreshments, support the Class of 2019.For more information 6 to 7 p.m. Quilter’s annual Spring Fling dinner, held this raffles and prizes. visit, http://www.milfordpublicschools.com/ year at the Imperial Ballroom, Hartford Avenue The BVT Leo Club, an offshoot of the Domain/1551. Sacco-Vanzetti Revisited West. The reservation deadline is May 8. Mendon Lions, is accepting pledges as well as Bird, who has been sewing since girlhood walk participants. Donation checks can be made HOPEDALE-The Friends of the Hopedale and has quilted for more than 20 years, offers out to “BVT Student Activities” with “Leo Club Cornerstone at Milford Library will present Christopher Daley’s Sacco- suggestions for all quilters, based on the Walk for Sight” as the memo line. Checks are MILFORD-Cornerstone at Milford Assisted Vanzetti Revisited on Sunday, April 23 from understanding that sometimes there’s a bit of the only form of payment accepted for the walk. Living and Memory Support Community, 11 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the downstairs program room fabric you’ve been saving or that’s left over from For more information, or to donate to the walk, Birch St. is offering the following presentations of the library. a previous project, and these become a precious please contact club advisor Elaine Hall at 508- at 2 p.m. All are invited to attend. The Sacco-Vanzetti case caused a world- “stash” of fabric that can outgrow a sewing room. 615-2737 or at [email protected]. May 10, The Traveling Boutique offers a great wide sensation in the 1920’s. Two Italian Bird is a long-time member of County Line The Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund shopping experience. immigrants; Bartolomeo Vanzetti and Nicola Quilters in Framingham and her work has been supports research related to the prevention and May 21, A Cole Porter Tribute by Will McMillan Sacco - both avowed anarchists - were convicted exhibited in local juried shows including A cure of eye-related diseases at Massachusetts accompanied by Joe Reid on piano. in a Massachusetts courtroom in 1921 for the Quilters’ Gathering in New Hampshire and the institutions. May 23, Silver Moon Gypsies will perform belly robbery and murder of a paymaster and his Images quilt festival at the New England Quilt dancing. guard in South Braintree. They would spend the Museum, Lowell. next six years languishing in jail while making Uniform Sale The program will follow Yankee’s dinner motion after motion for new trials. After all MILFORD-The Milford Regional Medical Glad Farm and all are welcome with advance reservation. legal avenues were exhausted they were both Center Auxiliary will hold a sale by First HOPEDALE-The Friends of the Hopedale The dinner and program are $35, payable in sentenced to die. On August 23, 1927, amid Uniform, Inc., on Friday, May 5 from 7 a.m. to Library present Milford native Catherine advance by check. For more information email national and international demonstrations and 4 p.m. in Conference Rooms A and B, on the Marenghi as she talks about her memoir, [email protected] and mail payment protests, Sacco and Vanzetti were put to death first floor of the Medical Center, 14 Prospect St., Glad Farm, on Wednesday, April 26 at 7 p.m. to Yankee Quilters, P.O. Box 53, Franklin MA on the electric chair at Charlestown State Prison. Milford. Marenghi grew up in the 60s in a one room 02038 by May 8. The Sacco-Vanzetti Revisited lecture/slide First Uniform, Inc. is the country’s largest farmhouse with no indoor plumbing, heating presentation contains period photographs of On-Site Uniform and Shoe provider. All or telephones that was built by her father. She all the major players in the case, the locations Greater Milford Relay For Life medical apparel for men and woman will be began her life in poverty but with the support of the robberies, the courthouse, the massive MILFORD-Cancer survivors, caregivers, available for sale, including Gray’s Anatomy of her family, graduated valedictorian of her demonstrations, Charlestown State Prison and volunteers, and community members will unite Scrubs, and all Cherokee brands. Shoes, high school class and continued on to college. the funeral procession down Hanover St. in for the annual American Cancer Society Relay sneakers and clogs will be available as well. The A decade after leaving home, as a successful Boston. For Life of Greater Milford in an effort to free public is encouraged to attend this event. journalist she was able to buy a decent house Daley, a history teacher in the Silver Lake the world from the pain and suffering of cancer The Auxiliary consists of volunteers from for her family. The title Glad Farm refers to the Regional School System in Kingston, has been at Milford High School. The event begins with the community which conducts events such as: family business of raising gladiolas. Marenghi lecturing all over New England for over 25 years opening ceremonies on Friday, May 12 at 5:30 hospital sales, the Taste of the Town, Mother’s will have copies available for purchase after her on historical topics of interest. His latest book, p.m. and ends on Saturday, May 13 at 7 a.m. and Father’s Day raffles, the Craft and Greenery talk. Her book is also available on Amazon. Murder and Mayhem in Boston: Historic Crimes Special games or activities are held each hour of sale, Uniform sales, and other events. A portion There is no charge for this program, which is in the Hub, may be reserved through the library. the event. of the sales helps support departments in need. open to all, but reserve a place by stopping by This is a free program, open to all, but please The event was founded by Susan Harvey in The Auxiliary members meet the second the Bancroft Memorial Library or calling 508- reserve a spot by stopping by the Bancroft honor of her mother, so it is a tradition that the Tuesday of each month from September 634-2209. Memorial Library or calling 508-634-2209. event is held on Mother’s Day weekend. Last through June. For more information on how to year’s Greater Milford Relay For Life raised join this group, please call 508-422-2099 Learn about hidden gems in $52,000 with 360 participants. MetroWest Strawberry Festival & Gifts and For more information about the event or Free Dementia Program how to participate contact Louise Fonteyne, MILFORD-On Wednesday, May 17, Susan Services Auction WHITINSVILLE-Julie McMurray from the Nicholl, Executive Director of MetroWest community manager, American Cancer Alzheimer’s Association will present Safety and UPTON-Who doesn’t love strawberry Visitors Bureau. will speak at the Medway Society, 508-270-4668 or visit RelayForLife.org/ Memory Challenges on Thursday, April 27 shortcake? The United Parish Gifts and Business Council (MBC) annual dinner MilfordMA, www.RelayForLife.org/MilfordMA, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. Camillus Adult Services Committee will host a Strawberry meeting, which will be held at Prezo Grille & Twitter: @GtrMilfordRelay, Facebook.com: Day Health Center campus, Linwood Mill Festival on Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m. Bar, 229 ½ E. Main St., Milford, from 5 to 7 p.m. RelayForLifeOfGreaterMilford and Instagram: Apartments, 670 Linwood Ave, Whitinsville. featuring homemade strawberry shortcake MBC events are open to all area business relayforlifemilford. This free educational program, open to the plus an auction of gifts and services! Vacation representatives and other interested community public, explores how cognitive and physical homes, lawn mowing, dessert of the month, members. You don’t have to be an MBC member Peace, Love and Positivity Concert changes affect safety. and babysitting will be auctioned, as well to register and attend. Please contact Lisa Bernard, Director at as gift baskets and other goodies – all in UPTON-The Nipmuc Drama Guild will offer Nicholl will share information about the 508-266-2054 or [email protected] to time for Mother’s Day. All proceeds will the Peace, Love and Positivity Concert on April Visitors Bureau and the resources/services attend this educational program or to request go to the Interfaith Hospitality Network 28, at Nipmuc Regional High School at 6:30 it offers, as well as other resources/services Milford Regional / Spring Lecture Series Ad#2 Created additional3/16/17 information. of Worcester, - sheltering families who are p.m. The performers, seniors Marco Giannozzi for business owners to promote themselves and Brian Vernard, will donate all proceeds along with information about hidden gems in homeless in the Worcester area. TicketsMendon-Upton will be Town Crier / Quarter Page (7.5 x 5) available for advance purchase for $3. 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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 21 School News How Much Recess Time BVT Students Compete with the Should Students Have? Best in SkillsUSA
By Melissa Orff Submitted by Nicole Forman Staff Reporter Valley Tech Is the amount of recess that elementary students get in the Blackstone Valley Tech students kicked off the 2017 Mendon Upton Regional School District enough? SkillsUSA competition series with a strong performance It’s not, according to one local couple who plan to state their case when 98 students brought home 35 gold, 33 silver, and 30 to the School Committee on Monday night. bronze medals from the SkillsUSA Massachusetts District V Jessica and Matt Mead of Upton will be speaking at the April Leadership Conference. 24 Meeting about their concerns on the lack of recess time in the Often referred to as the Olympics of vocational technical elementary schools, specifically at the Kindergarten level. education, SkillsUSA events allow students to compete with “When my six-year-old is telling me it is too much work and each other in hands-on technical exams designed and judged not enough play, there is something wrong with that,” said Jessica by industry leaders and experts. The 2017 series began for Mead about her son’s experience this year as a Kindergartener, the Valley Tech students on March 24 at the District V Leadership reason she decided to take up the cause of bringing more recess to Conference at Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High the school day. School. Competing against more than 900 vocational technical Jessica Mead, who is a first-grade teacher herself in another students from seven schools, Valley Tech students swept 14 district, said that with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and categories. anxiety in kids on the rise, adding more free time in the school Following their strong district-level performance, about 100 day could only be a benefit to the students. BVT students will advance to the SkillsUSA Massachusetts “We are losing the opportunity to foster those social skills that State Leadership and Skills Conference Championship kids develop at recess,” she said. on April 28. Blackstone Valley Tech will again host the Jessica Mead said that she and her husband approached state championships, where students compete to represent the Administration back in January asking them to consider Massachusetts at the SkillsUSA national championships held the possibility of adding another recess to the day, for the each summer in Louisville, Ky. Kindergarten students at a minimum. “Overall, preparation for SkillsUSA competitions is an “We understand there are laws beyond the district’s control immense effort on everyone’s behalf. The students have At the recent SkillsUSA District V Conference, that need to be met,” said Matt Mead. “But the time on learning successfully completed the written component at District’s, Blackstone Valley Tech students won 98 requirements weren’t the same for Kindergarten.” Currently, the so now the real work begins for the hands-on portion at the medals and swept 14 categories in trade-based Massachusetts standards for time on structured learning is 900 state competition,” said Cyra Hathaway, Valley Tech Vocational competition against some of the state’s finest hours for grades 1-5, but only 425 hours for Kindergarten. Curriculum Coordinator. “The hands-on portion takes a vocational students. Pictured here is Valley The Meads brought their concerns to the Administration back tremendous amount of time and effort, so many students and Tech Stacey Muanya a Health Services senior in January, and said that after a number of requests for a response, staff will be in the building during April vacation to prepare.” from Milford, who currently serves as the they received an email from the Superintendent of Schools Dr. The following students, organized by hometown, earned SkillsUSA National High School President, Joseph Maruszczak that they would not be adding more recess at gold, silver, and bronze medals at the SkillsUSA Massachusetts with Adam Cavanaugh a sophomore Business this time. District V Leadership Conference. Also listed are students Technology student from Milford who is “We were disappointed,” said Matt Mead. “We showed them the nominated for the SkillsUSA Massachusetts State Executive currently running for a position as a SkillsUSA pathway to add another recess into the day, and they refused.” Council. Massachusetts state officer. BVT photo But what may seem a simple request, is not as easy to implement Hopedale wholesale, according to Maruszczak during a follow-up interview. Gold: Sophie Pigeon, Collision Repair Technology. Upton “I share [the Mead’s] viewpoint that children need the Bronze: Andriana Jolie, Automotive Refinishing Technology; Gold: Chris Coley, Culinary Arts; Aiden unstructured play time to develop socialization skills as well as to Megan White, Customer Service. Luetkenmeyer, Diesel Equipment simply burn off energy,” commented Maruszczak. “However, I am Mendon Technology; Alyssa Andrade, Ethetics; also responsible in ensuring that our schools meet the state’s Time Gold: Zachary Comer, Mechatronics; Amanda Godowski, Zachary Taylor, Major Appliance on Learning requirements.” Painting and Design Technology; Jonathon Lynch, Urban Technology; Noah Charron, Photography; The Kindergarten schedule is already very flexible, according Search & Rescue. Elizabeth Stallcup, Restaurant Service; Katie to Maruszczak, and “builds in numerous movement breaks and Silver: Matthew Forget, Industrial Motor Control; Patrick Briggs, Technical Computer Applications; down time for our youngest learners.” Kennedy, Mobile Robotics. Kevin Konieczny, Welding. The Meads, however, are hoping that the administration Bronze: Zachary Rivernider, Mobile Robotics; Christopher Silver: Skyler Colwell, Additive will make a more formal change to the schedule by adding Aurelio, Photography. Manufacturing; Catherine Kessler, in additional recess time, and plan to appeal to the School Milford Advertising Design; Bailey Martin, Diesel Committee on the April 24 to create a committee to look into State Officer Candidate: Adam Cavanaugh. Equipment Technology, Joseph Napolitano, ways of “creating a better balance” between structured and Gold: Cameron Pelletier, Mechatronics. Electronics Technology; Haylee Ouellette, unstructured time. Silver: Sam Rosa, Computer Programming; Luchianna Krzciuk, Health Knowledge Bowl; Doug Cook, “We don’t want them to get less,” said Mead. “We just want them Medical Terminology; John Palmer, Robotics & Automation Robotics & Automation Tech. to be well rounded.” Tech. Bronze: Allison Perry, Carpentry; Megan Look for a follow-up article on this issue in the May 5 issue of Bronze: Matthew Lonergan, Additive Manufacturing; Sami Leacy, Cosmetology Under 500 Hours; the Town Crier. Houston, Culinary Arts; Julia Tutela, Dental Assisting; Taylor Nasuti, Restaurant Service; Justin Shannon Bethel, First Aid/CPR. McNamara, Telecommunications Cabling.
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22 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year April 21, 2017 School News
School Highlights If you are interested, please contact the Christopher Lavoie, Lucas Beder, Benjamin celebrated Wellness Week to spread an Mendon-Upton Regional Clough office at 508-634-1580. Moeckel and Lucas Basile. awareness of wellness practices, promote Compiled by Melissa Orff Bill McInnis continues coaching softball. healthy lifestyles, and learn ways to MEMORIAL: Students in third and fourth Team members are: Alyson Casey, Lucie cope with and decrease stress. Nipmuc’s grade successfully completed the ELA DISTRICT: District students are invited to Nicholson, Emma Ballard, Anna Cedrone, counseling staff recently hosted 30 MCAS, which for the first time were the annual International Night on April Kylie Carter, Catherine Casey, Grace educators from across Massachusetts administered to 4th graders on line. Math 26 at Nipmuc Regional High School from McGuire, Kaylee Lukasek, Maren Morrice, to train other educators on the MCAS will be administered between May 8 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. hosted by the Spanish Lindsey Plumb, Jaylin Gemmel, Elizabeth implementation of Wellness Weeks in their and May 16. Immersion Program and designed to Howell, Kylie Sellers, Abby Behrikis, Abby own schools. More information about Congressman Jim McGovern visited celebrate diversity and cultures from every Benoit and Rachel Goodwin. Wellness Weeks can be found at http:// students in the Spanish Immersion corner of the globe. The Amazing Race will Baseball and Softball games, which start at nipmucwellness.weebly.com/. Program at Memorial on April 13. Students include performances, food, race activities, 3:30 p.m., are: April 25 at Uxbridge, April On April 10, Pam Garramone, a had the opportunity to share some of crafts, games, music, dance and raffle 26 vs Millis, April 27 at Ashland, May 1 at respected voice and leader in the area of their work, describe the program, and ask winners. Northbridge, May 2 vs Hopkinton, May positive psychology in schools, visited him questions about the work he does in 4 at Grafton, May 8 vs Medfield, May 9 Nipmuc as a guest speaker for students and Washington D.C. McGovern explained that CLOUGH: March Madness wrapped up on at Millis, May 11 vs Ashland, May 15 at faculty. his own children had attended a bi-lingual March 31 and Clough congratulates the Hopkinton, May 18 vs Uxbridge, May 19 at On April 25, the student services school in Washington D.C. when they were winning classes: Kindergarten – Hardin, 1st Medfield, May 23 vs Millis, and May 25 at department will travel with approximately younger and was eager to learn about our Grade – Poxon, 2nd Grade - St. Pierre, 3rd Ashland. 20 students to Quinsigamond Community immersion program. Grade - Naples and 4th Grade - Brigham. The Miscoe Track and Field Team had College for a tour and discussion. Students Students in the 4th grade will be attending The overall class winner - St. Pierre’s. great meets against Blackstone Millville will hear about and see for themselves how a music demonstration by Miscoe Hill Congratulations also to the MVPs (Most and Whitinsville Christian. Coaches are students typically access academic, social, students and staff when they return from Valuable Reader) per grade: K – Iliana Meagan Pike and Alex Conant. Team and emotional supports offered in post- vacation on April 24. The different musical Lefort, 1st - Kurt Hensel, 2nd - Ashley members are: Anna Claro, Emma Hoff, secondary education settings regardless of instruments that they can choose from for Moses, 3rd - Marria Meshreky, and 4th – Lorenzo Cassano, Chris Lanier, Nicholas the institution, career, or course of study a music lessons, and to play in band, will be Kylie French. Medina, Grace Hughes, Marissa Perkins, student chooses to pursue. explained and demonstrated. During the week of April 11, Clough’s Delaney Mortimer, Amanda Frieswick, On April 25, holocaust survivor Janet Reading specialist, Kristen Poisson will Librarian Lara Trimble celebrated National Michael Tinio, Catherine Flanagan, Eric Applefield, a child holocaust survivor, will be presenting a parent workshop, Raising a Library week with her students; dressing Coyle, Kyle Dunlap, Samuel McElligott, speak to the freshmen, sophomores and Reader, at the United Parish Preschool on up each day of the week as a different Brennan Miller, Anna Wyndham, Julia seniors from 10-11 a.m. in the auditorium. April 27 at 7 p.m. All parents of students storybook character, with the students Brereton, Elicia Newton, Brynn Murphy, Later that evening an informational from preschool through grade two are having to guess what genre she was. Santiago Vazquez, Victoria Lopez, Owen session, Genocide: Never Again, will take encouraged to attend. The workshop Principal Janice Gallagher and 2nd Grade Brigham, Justin Bronnes, Cameron place in the Nipmuc media center. The will include some great suggestions for Teacher Lauren St. Pierre joined student Duncan, Olivia Perrone, David Fedor, program is based on Brown University’s engaging students in literacy activities, as Ashley Moses and her family on Monday, Lauren Flynn, Samuel Bombara, Jacob Choices Program, presented by Nipmuc well as “make-it take-it” opportunities. April 10 at the An Unlikely Story book Knowles, Daniel Knowles, Shayla Comfort, faculty Andy King, Roy Spindel and Kindergarten screening will take place store to acknowledge and celebrate her Jordan Davidson, Jack Thompson, Tessa Suzanne Venkataraman. There will be by appointment on April 26 and 27. If winning the art Flag Contest, for the Get Stewart, Kellen House, Sophie Vincens, roundtable discussions, photo analysis, you have a child who will be entering Real Food Campaign to eat healthy. Ashley Lauren Clish, Tomas Brockett, Blake Davis, exhibits and refreshments. All students, kindergarten in the fall and have not had her picture taken with Jeff Kinney, Izabella Delorey, Aaliyah McGovern, staff and the community are invited. Please already registered, please contact Carol author of the famous “Diary of a Wimpy Adam Jeronymo, Thomas Michel, Sarah note that Applefield, will not be speaking at Gibson at 508-529-1020 to schedule a Kid” books. Potts, Emily Pollen, Elizabeth Kerber, Evan this evening event. meeting time. On April 26, the 3rd Grade students will Porciello, Jason Lazarz, Lily Bigelow, Grace Following are the winners of World be hosting a breakfast for the Mendon Roberts, Walker Penfield, Zoe Morrison, Language Week’s “Battle of the MISCOE HILL: Miscoe Hill’s spring sports Seniors. This is a great way for them to give Elijah Bravo, Alexandria Lopez, Nicolas International Food Trucks” on March season has begun. The softball and baseball back to the community and share their LaCortiglia, Benjamin Skiba, Benjamin 16: Best Food - Alfajores from Portatil teams have competed against Northbridge Kind, Caring and Respectful (KCR) spirit. Studley, and Clara Scott. Argentina by Bella Genova and Lauren and Grafton to start the season. The On April 26, the Spanish Immersion Track and Field meets for the season Surbey; Best Concept And Design- Colby baseball team is led by returning coach Program will be holding their International are: April 28 at Douglas, May 4 at Hegarty, Hayden Curley, and Charr Jobe Brendan Rosenau. Members of the team Night at Nipmuc starting at 5:30p.m. Uxbridge, May 9 the Middle School for Cuba; and Overall Winner: El Fuego by are: Joseph Acker, Matthew Leombruno, On April 28, Clough will host its annual Conference Championships at Douglas, John Dacey, Julie Keville, Julia Bernero, and Charlie Fraser, Evan Charron, Connor Arbor Day Ceremony. May 18 at Holliston, and June 3 the State Patrick McErnerny. LaCross, Carlos Olaso, Brady Smith, Kyle Clough’s School Council is looking for Championships at Clinton High School. Tweksbury, Samuel DiColella, Dominic two parents to join the school council DeCarlo, Michael Quinn, Matthew committee for the 2017-2018 school year. NIPMUC: From April 10-14, Nipmuc Fraser, Jared Heather, Patrick O’Connell,
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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 23 School News New Miscoe Hill Principal Introduced Spanish Exchange By Melissa Orff where Mannion was introduced to the Committee Members. “We Program for Staff Reporter are strongly convinced that we have, by far, the top candidate.” The Mendon Upton Regional School Maruszczak spoke to Mannion’s qualifications as an educator and District has hired a new Principal for the a leader. Nipmuc Students Miscoe Hill School. Jennifer Mannion will “Jen is someone that has extraordinary management and be taking over as head of the middle school instructional leadership skills,” he said. “And most importantly, Proposed effective July 1, replacing Ann Meyer, who she has the people skills to craft high-quality relationships with all By Melissa Orff will be retiring at the end of the school year. stakeholders – students, staff, parents and the community.” Staff Reporter Mannion comes to the Mendon Upton In a follow-up interview with Mannion on April 12, she spoke Nipmuc Regional High School may be district with over 25 years of experience in of her career path that has led her back to middle school. “I have offering a new Spanish Exchange Program Jennifer Mannion has the education field. Throughout her career, worked with every age group from pre-school to adults, and I loved for students to give students a “culminating been hired as the new she worked as a 6th grade English Language them all but I found my authentic self at the middle school level,” experience” to put their world language Miscoe Hill Principal Arts teacher in Northborough, an Assistant she said. skills to use. nd effective July 1. Principal in the Nashoba Regional School Mannion said that she is looking forward to transitioning into Memorial Elementary 2 grade Spanish District, and the Principal of the North her new role come summer. Immersion Teacher Katie Cardamone Street Elementary School in Grafton. “I am excited to get started in building relationships with the spoke to the School Committee Members For the past two years, Mannion has worked as the Curriculum teachers, students, and leaders of the district,” she said. during their April 10 meeting about the Coordinator for the Grafton Public Schools and as Assistant In a letter to parents announcing the new hire, Maruszczak stated possibility of the new program. Principal at North Street Elementary. that Mannion will be hosting “Meet and Greets” and coffee hours to “For the past few years, we have been “We had 52 applicants for the position,” said Superintendent Dr. meet the community. looking into the possibility of having Joseph Maruszczak during an April 10 School Committee Meeting, an exchange with a Spanish speaking country,” said Cardamone. “This year, we have formed a really nice connection with a school in San Sebastian [Spain] through our Spanish Language and Culture NEED Assistant, who is from there.” NATHANS’ Cardamone said that the Spanish CASH? Immersion classes at both Clough and Memorial Elementary Schools have been TOP DOLLAR Jewelers Skyping with the K-12 school in Spain as an educational experience for all of the PAID for Gold, students. 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Advertising in The Town Crier makes Good Business Sense. How Else will Everybody Know Your Name? visit us online at 24 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year towncrier.usApril 21, 2017 Sports Greater Milford Mendon Runner Sprints to URI Track Program Relay for Life By Chris Villani May 12-13 Sports Reporter/Columnist A strict dress code and the By Michelle Sanford simple mistake of forgetting Staff Reporter/Columnist a school ID helped pave the When one thinks of the color “fiery way to a collegiate track career red,” the image of a fire truck or even for Mendon resident Sam the Red Sox uniforms may come to Coleman. mind. But when you ask Kristy Lambert “I only started running and Michele Spalding about the color, because I got a detention and they think of their friend Jean Pidgeon. my dean said he would make “She had beautiful, bright red hair,” said it disappear if I showed up at Lambert. track,” Coleman said. “I was The three ladies worked together at always more of a football and the Brookline Infant Toddler Center in lacrosse guy, but it’s gone well Auburndale and became fast friends. for the most part.” It was a difficult day for the trio when Coleman may be Sam Coleman, Mendon native and speedy LaSalle Sam Coleman, who will be running track at University Pidgeon told her friends she had been understating his success. The running back receives his trophyfor D1B back of the of Rhode Island in the fall and studying in the school’s diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. teen has been part of five state year from Providence Gridiron Club PresidentRobert Honors Engineering program is shown signing his Letter Lambet said they all felt powerless. championship teams at La Izzi at the Club’s recent Annual Awards night. of Intent. Seated on either side of Sam are his dad, Jeff, After learning about the Greater Salle Academy in Providence, Contributed photo and his mom, Debra. Standing behind him, on the left, Milford’s Relay for Life, a cancer R.I. He earned first-team all- is Geoff Marcone, LaSalle High School football coach, fundraising event, the friends decided state honors during indoor and Vin McGinn, LaSalle Dean of Student and Head to form a team and take part. “We called track in the 55-meter dash and Track Coach. Contributed photo our team the Firery Red Fighters, after posted the sixth-fastest time with open arms.” Jean. We told her we were walking in in the nation. Coleman was named Rhode Coleman helped La Salle’s football team earn a state runner-up appearance, and has won her honor. She was really thankful; very Island Division 1B football back of the year by team state titles in track and lacrosse. This spring, he said he wants to focus on track to get touched,” said Lambert. the Gridiron Club, and his speed helped him ready to take his career to the collegiate level at URI. Sadly, Pidgeon passed away two weeks earn a spot on the University of Rhode Island “I’ll be a short sprints guy,” he said. “URI isn’t sure if they want me to sit for a year and before the event in 2013. Despite their (URI) track team next season. get stronger or be one of the guys next year, it’ll depend on how this spring goes.” heavy hearts, the team decided to take It’s the next step in a journey that started Coleman said he will run the 100 and 200 meter this spring for La Salle and run legs part in the event to honor their friend’s when Coleman left the familiar setting of in the 4x100 and 4x400 relays. He said he will join the team next week at the prestigious life and her fight, and they have been Mendon for the Rhode Island prep school. Penn Relays. participating ever since. The following “It was a little scary, but the community The track star is also planning his academic career at URI. He plans to enter a five-year year, Lambert and Spalding also began at La Salle is great, everyone is really honors engineering program at URI, including a year studying abroad, likely in Germany. volunteering for the Milford event. welcoming,” he said. “It was helpful to be He said he would ultimately like to work for a car manufacturer in Germany. Each year, more than 5,000 Relay athletic and make friends through sports. So “My dad always told me, my brain is number one,” Coleman said. “My athletic ability for Life events take place in over 20 it was definitely scary, but they welcomed me will only get me to this next step in life.” countries. Team members take turns walking around a track or designated path up to 24 hours depending on the event. This year’s Greater Milford Massachusetts Breast event will take place at Milford High School beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Cancer Coalition’s May 12 and ending at 7 a.m. the next Annual Statewide The United Parish Upton morning. Each team sets up their own An en and Affirming econcilingof ommunity camp area. Unless weather is a safety issue, the relay takes place rain or shine. Against the Tide Events of the nited hurch of hrist and the According to Greater Milford Chair Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition nited Methodist hurch Susan Harvey, the relay is meant to (MBCC) will be holding its annual statewide remember loved ones lost to cancer, Against the Tide Swim, Kayak, Walk, Run, Everyone is Welcome! honor survivors, and raise funding and/or Aquathon events again in 2017 in two am Sunday Morning orshi for the American Cancer Society. As locations. evening hits, luminary bags are also lit The statewide Metro-Boston Against hild are Sunday School throughout the track. “Each bag has the Tide will be held for the 25th someone’s name on it who passed away, commemorative year at DCR’s Hopkinton 1 hurch Street, ton, Ma 1 who is a survivor, or is in remission,” State Park, Rt. 85, Hopkinton, on Saturday, www.united arishu ton.org explained Hayes. Harvey said so many June 17. The statewide Cape Cod Against the emotions run throughout the event. Tide will be held for the 18th year at DCR’s “On one hand, it’s wonderful knowing Nickerson State Park, Main St., Brewster, on so many survivors are coming back Saturday, August 19. Both events start at 7 Sunday Morning Worship Series because they’re doing well. At the same a.m. and end at 12 noon. "Salvation Stories" time, it’s overwhelming realizing some The morning events consist of several from the perspective of Bible characters: aren’t coming back.” Harvey added the components: competitive and recreational event is not just for Milford residents. swims, recreational kayak, fitness walk, and Rahab, Esther, Barak, etc. “People from Mendon Upton, Uxbridge, USA Track & Field certified 5K/10K runs. Northbridge, Blackstone, Millville, and Participants of all ages and abilities can Interfaith Book Club Douglas come here to take part,” she choose one, two or three of these activities. Starts Saturday, May 20th said. Also individuals don’t need to be The event also offers an Aquathon “Splash “12 Steps to a Compassionate Life” part of team to attend. and Dash” component, where participants This year’s theme is Rainbow “splash” in the competitive 1-mile swim By Karen Armstrong Connection to recognize each cancer’s and immediately “dash” in the 5K or 10K color. Lambert explained her team runs run (chosen by the participant). Participants for all cancers, “We still walk for Jean may register as an individual or as part of a Strawberry Festival and every year, but we’ve had so many family team. Registration is $40 per non-student members and friends diagnosed with per event activity and $25 per student per Gifts & Services Auction cancer, that we walk for them too.” She event activity. Participants are encouraged Saturday, May 13th --- 6:00 pm said this year’s fundraising goal for the to fundraise beyond these suggested What a delicious and fun night out with family and Firery Red Fighters is $5,000. minimums, as all proceeds support MBCC’s friends to support the good work of The Interfaith unique goal of breast cancer prevention. For more information on the Greater Hospitality Network of Greater Worcester! Advance Prizes will be awarded to the fastest athletes Milford’s Relay for Life or to make purchase tickets $3 a donation to a team, view www. and top fundraisers. Call church o ce 508.529.3192 relayforlife.org/milfordma. Please visit www.mbcc.org/swim or call 617-376-6222 for more information and to All proceeds from the Strawberry Festival and Auction will go to the register. Interfaith Hospitality Network of Worcester - sheltering families who are homeless in the Worcester area.
April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 25 Sports
Milford Lions 13th Annual Golf Tournament BVT Boys Lacrosse in Search of More Barbour Adjusting to The Milford Lions Club will hold their 13th Annual Offense Golf Tournament Monday, June 19, at Pleasant By Chris Villani New Gig as BVT LAX Valley Country Club, Sutton. Funds raised from the Sports Reporter/Columnist tournament benefit a range of local causes. An athletic group of midfielders and a talented group on defense has Coach Please consider joining in this fun and worthy event. head coach Andrew Barksdale feeling like his Blackstone Valley Tech By Chris Villani The format is a Florida Scramble, starting with a 9 a.m. boys lacrosse team is showing a great deal of promise early in the season Sports Reporter/Columnist shotgun start. The cost is $175 per golfer and includes and needing to find its game in the attack zone. First-year Blackstone three meals, including a buffet dinner; cart; green fees “We do have a very offense, we just need to show it,” Barksdale said. Valley Tech varsity girls and prizes. There are other opportunities for businesses, “My biggest expectation is that we put more shots on goal. I need them lacrosse coach Katie organizations and individuals to participate in the event to realize what they can actually do. We are a team that can make the Barbour is taking the reins as well. playoffs, I know it, and the kids know it.” of a program in a sport For details, please contact committee chairs, Louis The Beavers began the new year 1-3 overall, but Barksdale was quick to she never played, but is Kline at [email protected], 781-771-7535 and Jim praise many facets of his team. embracing the challenge of Sanchioni at [email protected]. “We have a fast, fast group of midfielders, we have a very strong her new position. defensive corps and a freshman goalie with a lot of potential,” he said. “It’s been interesting, “We know everything is good on the defensive end, we need to use our Bellingham Women’s Softball League there’s a lot of things I am Katie Barbour the speed and be aggressive and put pressure on other teams.” Registration for the Bellingham Women’s Softball learning. It’s really just new girls Lacrosse BVT brings back a number of returning starters this year, including League 2017 season is Thursday, April 20 and 27 from a learning process every coach at Blackstone senior Stefan Sadlon in the midfield. “He is probably our quickest 6 to 7 p.m. at the Bellingham Public Library. A team day,” Barbour said. “So Valley Tech. midfielder,” Barksdale said. “He and I have been with the program now meeting will be held following the final registration on it’s different for sure, but Contributed photo for the past three years and his shot has gotten much better, as has his April 27 at 7 p.m. Players must be 25 years of age and it’s a good different. I am ability to see the field. He is the guy most other teams look to shut down.” older for this non-competitive team. Open to all area getting the hang of it.” Sophomore Andrew Vasile is among the best athletes in the midfield, players, preference is given to Bellingham residents. A three-sport high school athlete, Barbour, Barksdale said, adding the youngster has a “lethal shot, whether its Games are played on Thursday evenings from May 26 29, played softball during the spring when she overhand or a bounce shot.” through September 1 at Bellingham Memorial Middle was in high school in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. and Senior Jameson Murray has been the Beavers key cog on defense, and School, Blackstone St. at 6 p.m. Registration is $20. For did not play a sport in college at Quinnipiac freshman J.D. Antaya has taken over the long stick midfield position.” more information, contact Pat Grant, 508-942-5496 or University. She has spent the past two seasons as “Murray is a big guy, nobody wants to mess with him,” Barksdale said. [email protected]. the junior varsity coach at BVT, and took over “J.D. is very fast and his ability to get ground balls and fight for ground the varsity program after previous head coach balls is unbelievable. That helps us on face-offs because he gets right in Adult Education Programs in Sports Kerry Moynihan stepped down. there, clears the ball out, and gets possession.” “As a coach, having never played the sport The Milford Community School Use Program has One pleasant surprise for Barksdale this year was the addition of openings in the following Adult Education programs. before, it’s something I am working through,” freshman goalie Adam Kaminski-Milleralagone, who came to the she said. “I find I have difficulty trying to explain Athletic Based Training Boot Camp beginning May Beavers after beating them last year as an eighth grader with the 15, About Boating Safety on May 20 and golf lessons at situations and plays I want to run, and how to Bellingham lacrosse program. translate that into the knowledge Kerry had Maplegate Country Club, 160 Maple St., Bellingham. “One of the biggest problems we had last year was scoring on their Visit MCS.milford.ma.us and click on Adult Spring given to the girls before I was on board.” goalie,” Barksdale said. “When we heard we were getting him, we got Barbour said the past guidance from Moynihan, for more information and registration, which is due excited.” prior to the class meeting. and the current tutelage of assistant coach Kayla A separate registration form and a separate check Merrigan, have been invaluable. The players made payable to the TOWN OF MILFORD – MCSUP, have responded well to the change, the new are needed for each course. Drop off registrations at coach said. the office in Milford High School or mail to Milford “I think the girls are really positive in general, Community School Use Program, 31 West Fountain St., teams are very resilient,” Barbour said. “When Milford, MA 01757. Call 508-478-1119 with questions. Kerry had to step down, it came as shock, but they knew me as the JV coach.” The girls also knew they would be in for a hefty dose of conditioning work. Hopedale Country Club “If you can run, and outrun the other team, you Hopedale Country Club have a good chance of success,” Barbour said. Pri ate ourse onditions JOIN NOW “They knew me as a conditioning person and No Food Minimum what to expect from me as the varsity coach. 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SPORTS FLASH Winning Culture for Grafton/BVT Hockey By Chris Villani After Attackes, Marathon Finding Sense of Normalcy
Four years after terrorists struck during the 2013 Boston Marathon, the race finally seems to have regained the spirit and the atmosphere that made it one of the city’s premier sporting events long before it gained infamy on the worldwide stage due to the actions of cowards. Make no mistake, the three people who died on Boylston Street that day in 2013 have not been forgotten. Martin Richard, 8, Krystle Marie Campbell, 29, and Lü Lingzi, 23, were referenced frequently as runners made their way to from Hopkinton to Boston for the fourth time since the bombings. 2014 champion Meb Keflezighi, who had those three names as well as the name of M.I.T. police officer Sean Collier written on his bib during his winning run, stopped to greet the Richard family after finishing 13th Monday. Numerous survivors completed the race, and Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh said a permanent memorial at the sites of the bomb blasts would be in place by next year, the The Grafton/BVT Hockey team is shown celebrating their sectional win in this photo. The five-year anniversary. team also won the Division 3A State Championship in late March. Contributed photo “There are plans for markings on Boylston Street,” Walsh told the Boston Herald this week. “It’s very sensitive — three lives were lost on Boylston Street that day. We are in the process now of beginning conversations and there will be markings on Boylston Street.” By Chris Villani the beginning of the first practice to the end But even as we stopped to remember, the spirit of the marathon persisted more than Sports Reporter/Columnist of the year, they worked their tails off. They ever. Boston Police Commissioner William Evans, a marathon veteran, made a surprise This year’s state championship run is truly did earn everything they got.” appearance and completed the race for the first time since 2013 when he finished just the latest indicator of the strength of the The roster features 16 Valley Tech players, before the attack. Grafton/Blackstone Valley Tech hockey including assistant captains Cam Thomas and Turning the page does not mean forgetting what happened, but the focus on the charity program, which has shined for years against Stefan Sadlon. Thomas was “unbelievable” runners, the cheering fans, and one of the best showings from American elite runners in a top competition. down the stretch, Binkoski said, scoring the while, means the hallowed race has a focus squarely on the focus. “We are just trying to build a program game winning goal in the Central Mass final In trying to tear the city apart, the cowards responsible for the attacks only served to here, from top to bottom,” head coach Mike and delivering a knockout punch with the bring it closer together. Standing at the finish line, as I have been for each of the past four Binkoski said. “The kids are learning; they are third goal of the game against South Hadley years, that sense is stronger than ever. learning how to play the right way. We play a in the title tilt. Sadlon added key hustle plays, In many ways, what happened on Patriots’ Day in 2013 changed the race forever. But hard-nosed game. We don’t always have the including a back check against Oakmont in the different participants and traditions that made the marathon great are still strong, and talent other teams do, but we have a great the Division 3A Central final that the coaches will become stronger with each passing year. team, something not everyone else has.” were still talking about when they met two Grafton/BVT knocked off South Hadley weeks after the season’s end. last month to capture the Division 3A state Junior Noah Charron added 27 points for championship after a tournament run that Grafton/BVT, and seniors Ed Matatall and included a sectional title win and a pair of Skyler Colwell provided senior leadership, Come in now for CDs nail biting, overtime victories early on. Binkoski said. “It was one of those things in a title run “Ed is such a good kid and he battled with a Homefield where all the things fell into place and through the whole year, I don’t think the guys were playing their best hockey,” anybody beat him in a one-on-one situation,” Binkoski said. “A bounce goes differently the coach said. “Skyler has been a great Advantage! here or there and we are out. Our first playoff leader, he’s the perfect guy to fill his role.” game, the kids were a little nervous, but every Binkoski hopes the success of his team this minute that passes and every chance we year will show that public high school hockey created, we got a little more confident.” programs are still a place where talented After an overtime win in the quarterfinals young players can thrive. over Hopedale/Millis, the Indians needed “High school hockey is coming back, it’s only 30 seconds in overtime to knock out a chance to play with the kids you grew up Littleton and move on to the district title with and build those rivalries,” he said. “It’s game. something you just can’t get through other “It was our year,” Binkoski said. “The kids programs.” certainly earned the chance to be there. From
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April 21, 2017 Upton-Mendon Town Crier - 25th Anniversary Year 27 Hoppin’ Down the Bunny Trail for Fun and Eggs Featuring a bouncy house, face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny, the Upton Men’s Club annual Easter Egg Hunt was held at Kiwanis Beach on Saturday, April 8. The event was co-sponsored by the Upton Police Department. Participants brought a non- perishable food item to be donated to the Upton Food Pantry. Harry Platcow snapped e Fa y en ry these photos of some of the fun. To view more photos of the 2017 Upton Easter Egg Hunt by Harry Platcow, visit elaxed riendly tmosp ere TownCrier.us and click on Photo Galleries.
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