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VOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 Governor’s 75 cents budget no help to Hilltowns By Amy Porter Correspondent HUNTINGTON – At a joint meeting of the Hilltown Collaborative and Gateway School Committee at Stanton Hall on Wednesday, school and town officials said the bud- get released on Tuesday by Governor Charles Baker offered no help to the hilltowns. “With the numbers from the state, the actual (Gateway) budget has a 1.9% increase. Unfortunately, the Governor’s budget doesn’t help us. Assessments (to the towns) will be up 3.75%,” said Gateway Superintendent David B. Hopson. Hopson said the school was able to keep its increase low while funding a full-day pre-school and adding a new Chapter 74 vocational program for Early Education, but the increase from the state is almost twice for assessments. “The state conference call yesterday was really very dis- couraging,” said Huntington Selectman and School Committee member Darlene McVeigh, who said that regional transportation funding is also going down. “The Police direct traffic while emergency crews work to pull a car back on to the bridge with a crane. The car fell off the bridge poorer communities are subsidizing the richer suburbs out some time Thursday morning. (Photo by Peter Currier) of Boston,” McVeigh said, adding, “What I think this legis- lation did was take an opportunity gap for our kids and made it bigger.” McVeigh went on to say that the hilltowns need to get a Car falls off Route 20 bridge stronger voice. She said a lot of ideas have been presented See Hilltowns, Page 3 By Peter Currier some sort of medical emergency causing The driver of the vehicle that fell into Correspondent them to lose control of their vehicle. The the river is expected to recover from WESTFIELD- Westfield emergency pickup truck then rear ended a smaller their injuries, although it is still unclear personnel were on the scene of a motor car, causing the car to go over the bridge how severe they were. vehicle crash on the Massachusetts Air and into the river below. Police were seen directing traffic in National Guard bridge on Route 20 late According to police, a witness to the the intersection East of the bridge while Thursday morning. accident quickly stopped their vehicle, a crane from Interstate Towing began the A motor vehicle was sent off the got out, and went down into the river to process of pulling the car from the river. bridge after being rear ended by another help the vehicle’s sole occupant out of ——— vehicle according to police officials. A the destroyed car. The good Samaritan This article will be updated as more person driving a pickup truck suffered has not been identified. information becomes available. Westfield Fire Department Prioritizes Senior Safety By Tina Gorman are specifically targeted for the City’s older (L-R) Jay Barry and Steve Hemman of the Mass. Assoc. of Executive Director, residents. With the Rotary Club joining Regional Schools discuss issues facing Gateway with Westfield Council On Aging forces, the grant money can be stretched so Montgomery School Committee member Madelyn Austin, What happens when two City departments that in essence, the City is getting a bigger Huntington selectmen Darlene McVeigh and Karon join forces with a local service club? In the bang for the buck. Hathaway and Gateway superintendent David B. Hopson case of the Westfield Fire Department and the Last year’s grant money was used to pur- on Wednesday. (Photo by Amy Porter) Council On Aging partnering with the chase thirty-two residential lock boxes. The Westfield Rotary Club, the answer is a safer goal of the Residential Lock Box Program home environment for some of the City’s was to expedite access to the homes of older older adults. adults during medical or other emergencies Gov. Baker unveils Each year, the Westfield Fire Department, through the use of a wall-mounted residential in partnership with the Westfield Council On lock box. Program participants included Aging, is awarded a ‘Senior Safe’ grant from those who live alone and were identified by School Finance Proposal the Massachusetts Department of Fire Council On Aging staff as being most likely BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration announced Services. This grant supports a variety of Tina Gorman on Tuesday a multi-year school finance reform initiative to Westfield’s Retire the Fire! programs which See Senior Safety, Page 5 Council on Aging Director increase funding for school districts to invest in a quality education and fully implement the recommendations of the Foundation Budget Review Commission. An Act to Promote Equity and Excellence in Education will be filed alongside the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20) state budget, which includes a significant increase in state education aid to fund Southwick LEPC discusses pipeline issues the first year of the reform plan. By Greg Fitzpatrick committee strives to address hazardous there was an importance at the meeting The reform bill filed today updates the Foundation Correspondent materials that are either store or trans- to better understand what can happen if Budget formula to provide more support for school districts SOUTHWICK – The Local ported in town. a pipeline broke. to meet the rising cost of health care and special education Emergency Planning Committee At the meeting on Thursday morning, “That’s always something that needs costs, as well as educating English language learners and (LEPC) held a meeting on Thursday the LEPC watched videos of pipeline to be in the back of everyone’s mind,” low-income students, and will provide a significant influx morning at the Southwick Town Hall. accidents that can occur. Kinder Morgan, said Chief Administrative Officer Karl of funding for communities with the highest need. The pro- Fully certified by the State Emergency a large energy infrastructure company Stinehart. posal will also target additional support for the lowest-per- Response Commission (SERC ), the throughout North America, has a natural In the video, the committee learned forming schools to offer programs that give every student LEPC is made up of 14 town officials in gas pipeline that runs through the that first responders are the response greater opportunities to learn. Southwick who are appointed by the Northeast, including Southwick. Select Board for a term of one year. The Due to the presence of that pipeline, See LEPC, Page 3 See School Finance, Page 5

Project 351 makes impact on Southwick student Senator Humason Receives By Greg Fitzpatrick select a Project 351 ambassa- Correspondent dor, the guidance counselor SOUTHWICK – Ryder talks to all the teachers in the ‘Legislator of the Year’ Award Pieczarka, an eighth-grade grade and has them submit student at Southwick Regional recommendations. The guid- BOSTON- The School, is this year’s Project ance counselor then takes the Massachusetts Marine 351 ambassador for the top nominees to the adminis- Trades Association award- school. tration and discuss with them ed Senator Donald A non-profit and youth- which student would best rep- Humason (R-2nd driven organization in resent their school for Project Hampden and Hampshire) Massachusetts that allows 351. the ‘Legislator of the Year’ eighth graders to make a dif- Rachel Deery, the seventh award on Thursday, ference in their community, and eighth grade guidance January 17, 2019. Project 351 was first launched counselor at the Southwick The MMTA is an orga- by former Massachusetts Regional School, said that it nization dedicated to pro- Gov. Deval Patrick in 2011, was an easy decision to viding the framework for and has been continued by choose Pieczarka. furthering interests in Gov. Charlie Baker. Every Ryder Pieczarka, an eighth “He’s always kind of risen marine trades and boating town in the state is required to grader at the Southwick to the top, not just as a good through promotion, partic- Senator Donald Humason (R-2nd Hampden and have an eighth-grade student Regional School, took part in academic student, but as a ipation in legislation, and Hampshire, third from right) has been awarded the be selected for Project 351 to the Project 351 Launch and good all-around person,” said Massachusetts Marine Trades Association ‘Legislator of represent their community. Service Day in Boston recent- See Senator, Page 5 the Year.’ (Photo submitted) In order for a school to ly. (Photo by Greg Fitzpatrick) See Project 351, Page 2 PAGE 2 - FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

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Deery. The students split up into differ- a Project 351 ambassador, Pieczarka Deery added that Pieczarka was ent groups and Pieczarka was part will now have to complete three the recipient of the character award of a group that went to a community service projects. The first project last year for seventh grade students service center and made packages will be in the spring and will sup- at the school. of hygiene products for children in port Cradles to Crayons, a national, Part of being a Project 351 foster care. non-profit organizationthat provides Ambassador involves participating After getting back on a bus to go very essential items to children up in Launch Day in Boston, which is back to Fanueil Hall to end the day, to the ages of 12-years-old that are the kick-off event where all the Pieczaraka remembers seeing either homeless or living with low eighth-grade ambassadors gather. A almost 20 tubs of hygiene products income. Cradles to Crayons sup- long day that consists of meeting that he helped make, along with 10 plies the items for free to the chil- new people, it’s not an event for book bags that they also made. dren by working with the communi- everyone. “It was great,” said Pieczarka. “It ties that are in need. “We’re looking for kids who can was crazy to look out the window According to Cradles to Crayons, get on a bus of strangers and go to and see how much we did.” the average U.S. family in poverty Boston for the day and be able to At the end of Launch Day that consists of two adults and two acclimate and want to give back to Pieczarka was glad that he was children, live on less than $24,000 a the community,” said Deery. selected as an ambassador and took year. In Massachusetts, more than Once arriving at Launch Day in part in the event in Boston. 305,000 children that are 12-years- Boston, which took place Saturday “Getting home, I had a complete old or younger live in a low-income January 19, Pieczarka and his fel- new perspective on life and how I residence. low peers listened to a speech by should use my time more to help Pieczarka is also looking to do a Gov. Baker at Faneuil Hall, explain- others who are in need,” said hat or shoe drive that will benefit Ryder Pieczarka (back, center) is seen with other Project 351 ambassa- ing to the ambassadors what their Pieczarka. children that will be supported by dors from schools throughout Massachusetts during the Launch day in day was going to look like. Moving forward with his duty as Cradles to Crayons. Boston. (Photo from Sara Pieczarka)

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n Jan. 25, 1971, Charles Manson and three In 1961, President John F. Kennedy held the first presi- government-backed rallies and security forces crushed women followers were convicted in Los Angeles dential news conference to be carried live on radio and demonstrations by rival Islamists and some secular ac- Oof murder and conspiracy in the 1969 slayings of television. tivists. Li Na beat Dominika Cibulkova 7-6 (3), 6-0 in the seven people, including actress Sharon Tate. Australian Open final. The Anaheim Ducks beat the Los In 1981, the 52 Americans held hostage by Iran for 444 Angeles Kings 3-0 at Dodger Stadium in the NHL’s first On this date: days arrived in the United States. warm-weather outdoor game. Morris “Morrie” Turner, 90, In 1533, England’s King Henry VIII secretly married his creator of the “Wee Pals” comic strip and the first African- second wife, Anne Boleyn, who later gave birth to Eliza- In 1990, an Avianca Boeing 707 ran out of fuel and American cartoonist to be syndicated nationally, died in beth I. crashed in Cove Neck, Long Island, New York; 73 of the Sacramento, California. 158 people aboard were killed. Actress Ava Gardner died In 1863, during the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln in London at age 67. One year ago: accepted Maj. Gen. Ambrose E. Burnside’s resignation as President Donald Trump arrived at the World Economic commander of the Army of the Potomac, and replaced him In 1993, a gunman shot and killed two CIA employees out- Forum in Switzerland; after meeting there with Israeli with Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker. side agency headquarters in Virginia (Pakistani national Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump threatened to Mir Aimal Kansi was later tried and convicted of the shoot- cut off U.S. aid to the Palestinians unless they negotiated In 1890, reporter Nellie Bly (Elizabeth Cochrane) of the ings, and executed). Sears announced that it would no peace with Israel. The White House unveiled an immigra- New York World completed a round-the-world journey in longer publish its famous century-old catalog. tion proposal that would provide a pathway to citizenship 72 days, 6 hours and 11 minutes. The United Mine Work- for 1.8 million young immigrants living in the country ille- ers of America was founded in Columbus, Ohio. In 1998, Pope John Paul II ended his historic journey to gally in exchange for new restrictions on legal immigration Cuba. and $25 billion in border security; House Democratic lead- In 1915, America’s first official transcontinental telephone er Nancy Pelosi charged that it was part of an administra- call took place as Alexander Graham Bell, who was in New Ten years ago: tion effort to “make America white again.” In an interview York, spoke to his former assistant, Thomas Watson, who The White House used the Sunday talk shows to warn the in InStyle magazine, Oprah Winfrey said she was not inter- was in San Francisco, over a line set up by American Tele- country could face a long and painful financial recovery, ested in a presidential bid, adding that she doesn’t “have phone & Telegraph. even with major government intervention. The Eastern the DNA” for a White House run. Conference won the NHL All-Star game 12-11. Jeremy In 1924, the first Winter Olympic Games opened in Cham- Abbott won his first title at the U.S. Figure Skating Cham- Today’s Birthdays: onix, France. pionships, held in Cleveland. “Slumdog Millionaire” won Country singer Claude Gray is 87. Actress Leigh Taylor- the Screen Actors Guild Award for best cast of a motion Young is 74. Actress Jenifer (cq) Lewis is 62. Country mu- In 1936, former Gov. Al Smith, D-N.Y., delivered a radio picture; “30 Rock” and “Mad Men” won best for TV comedy sician Mike Burch (River Road) is 53. Rhythm-and-blues address in Washington, titled “Betrayal of the Democratic and drama casts. singer Kina is 50. Actress China Kantner is 48. Actress Party,” in which he fiercely criticized the New Deal policies Ana Ortiz is 48. Drummer Joe Sirois (Mighty Mighty Boss- of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Five years ago: tones) is 47. Musician Matt Odmark (Jars of Clay) is 45. A gunman opened fire at a shopping mall in suburban Actress Mia Kirshner is 44. Actress Christine Lakin is 40. In 1945, the World War II Battle of the Bulge ended as Baltimore, killing two skate shop employees, 21-year-old Rhythm-and-blues singer Alicia Keys is 39. Actor Michael German forces were pushed back to their original posi- Brianna Benlolo and 25-year-old Tyler Johnson; shooter Trevino is 34. Pop musician Calum Hood (5 Seconds to tions. Grand Rapids, Michigan, became the first commu- Darion Aguilar then killed himself. On the third anniver- Summer) is 23. Actress Olivia Edward is 12. nity to add fluoride to its public water supply. sary of Egypt’s 2011 uprising, giant crowds danced at THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 - PAGE 3

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The pipeline company of the different steps of what to do when ity of an employee at the building where would then work on reducing the flow of dealing with a certain type of HAZMAT the pipeline is affected to make the deci- Hilltowns what’s coming out of the pipeline. from a pipeline break. sions until first responders arrive on Continued from Page 1 Talking about best practices when a The committee also discussed what to scene. pipeline issue occurs, the video strongly do if a pipeline break affects a specific Meeting five times a year, the LEPC to legislators, including a rural funding initiative which suggests that the LEPC establish a com- building in town, such as a school. will next meet in March, although a spe- increases funding per pupil for schools with less than 21 mand system, starting with someone at “The course of action is to get students cific date has not been established. students per square mile and not more than the state average the top of the chain, like the fire chief. out safely,” said Steve Presnal, the per capita income. However, the initiative was underfunded, with $1.5 million to be divided by 31 schools/districts. Massachusetts Association of Regional Schools (MARS) Assistant Executive Director Stephen R. Hemman, who Westfield Park & Rec chaired the facilitated discussion, said the request for Rural GOVERMENT MEETINGS School Aid was for $5 million, separate from Chapter 70 Department Events school aid. According to a handout, Gateway received $157,048 in MONDAY, JAN. 28 WESTFIELD — 16th Annual Father Daughter Dance – Put Rural School Aid in FY19. If the district received the same on your dancing shoes, it’s our 16th annual Father/Daughter Dance. Make a memory that you will keep forever. Fathers and amount in FY20, assessments would be reduced by the same Granville: daughters join us for an enchanted evening. Evening will include amount for a total assessment increase of 2.1% or $191,971. Selectboard Meeting at 7 pm music provide by a D.J. and dancing, light appetizers and drinks, In the current proposal, assessments are increased by Planning Board Meeting at 7 pm photo for dad and daughter. It will be held Friday February 8, $349,019. 2019, from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at Tekoa Country Club. Daughters Business manager Stephanie Fisk said the Department of Blandford: 4yrs. – 13 yrs. accompanied by their father, grandfather or uncle, Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is changing Council on Aging Meeting at 4 pm cost is $60/couple, additional daughter/male is $25. Men wear the plan for Rural School Aid, before they even see reports Selectboard Meeting at 7 pm suits, dress pants and jacket with shirts and ties, or even tuxedos. from school districts, which are due Feb. 1. The reports Zoning Board Meeting at 7 pm Daughters wear a party dress. Pre-registration is required. For require districts to submit a plan outlining the steps they will more information, contact the office at 572-6263. take to increase collaboration, consolidation or other effi- 1st Annual Mother Son Luau. Make a memory that you will ciencies over the next three fiscal years 2019 to 2021. keep forever. Mothers and sons join us for a HO’OLAULE’A Proposed regional school transportation reimbursement for WEDNESDAY, JAN. 30 evening. Evening will include music provided by a D.J. and danc- Gateway is also down by $50,056, from $656,594 in FY19, ing, light appetizers and drinks, games, photo, and keepsakes. to $606,529 for FY20. Chapter 70 funding was increased in Blandford: Women and sons should show off their best Hawaiian attire. the Governor’s budget by a minimum of $20 per student (860 Fire Department Meeting at 7 pm Games include volleyball, cornhole and ladder ball to name a few! students), for a total increase of only $17,200 for Gateway. Sons 4yrs. – 13 yrs. accompanied by their Mother, grandmother or “I’m semi-hopeful that the budget will be a tough sell; if aunt, cost is $60/couple, additional son/female is $25. Pre- we push the issue across the state,” Hopson said. registration is required. For more information, contact the office at Another issue for the Gateway district is the $1.1 million Tuesday, FEB, 5 572-6263. remaining over the next five years on reimbursement to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) for the Westfield: now closed Blandford and Russell elementary schools. Planning Board at 7 pm CSF Scholarship Application Hilltown Collaborative chair Andy Myers said that the The CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars Board of Directors district has been in the program, paid it, and followed its announces that beginning February 1st high school seniors and obligation for 15 years, and is asking for forgiveness, or college students in undergraduate studies residing in Westfield may “claw back” for the last five years; but the MSBA is holding Tuesday, FEB, 5 apply for college scholarships online through the website, http:// firm on the debt due. csfwestfield.dollarsforscholars.org. Students will have the ability to The district is lobbying Rep. William “Smitty” Pignatelli, create online profiles, which allow them to apply for and be Rep. Natalie Blais and Sen. Adam Hinds to submit legisla- Westfield: Personnel Action Committee at 6:30 pm matched to multiple scholarships on both the local & national level tion requesting forgiveness of the debt due to declining City Council at 7 pm for the 2019-2020 school year. We encourage prospective college enrollment at Gateway and an aging population in the towns. students to begin developing online profiles now to assure that you At the time the schools were built, the state was projecting are alerted of scholarship opportunities in advance of deadlines. increased enrollment in the towns. CSF scholarships are awarded based on merit (GPA, activities, Hopson said another possible avenue for debt forgiveness work experience and goals essay) and need (determined by your is to ask the legislators to set aside the $1.1 million as an FAFSA report -Free Application for Federal Student Aid). If your outside budget item that would pay down the debt this year. EFC (Estimated Family Contribution) on the SAR (Student Aid “If we can get Smitty and Blais and Hinds to file an outside Reward offered for information Report) from FAFSA exceeds $65,000, you do not meet the needs amendment, the Massachusetts Association of School requirement set by our chapter, and therefore you will not match to Committees (MASC) and the Massachusetts Association of leading to missing man our scholarships. Applications must be completed along with the School Superintendents) will back this,” Hopson said. He 2019-2020 SAR report from the FAFSA and your most recent said one argument for it is that Gateway was hut when the SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — The family of a 23-year-old Massachusetts man who hasn’t been seen since he left a bar academic transcript uploaded into the Additional Documents sec- state allowed Worthington to withdraw outside of the region- tion, and submitted by March 15, 2019. al agreement, and this $1.1 million would fix it. earlier this month is offering a $6,000 reward for information “It’s really important that we get claw back or funding for that leads to him. rural schools,” Hopson said. Achim Bailey has been missing since Jan. 13, when he was seen leaving Samuel’s Tap & Table at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield at about 1:30 a.m. Judge allows blood tests for Police tracked his move- ments via surveillance video trooper manslaughter case The Westfield News but eventually lost the trail. WORCESTER, Mass. 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Listen to latest PulseLine Calls at http://www.thewestfieldnews.com Trump associate Stone arrested, faces obstruction charge By ERIC TUCKER and CHAD DAY Asssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Roger Stone, a confidant of President Donald Trump, was arrested Friday morning in the special coun- sel’s Russia investigation and was charged with lying to Congress and obstructing the probe. The seven-count indictment against Stone, a self-proclaimed “dirty trickster,” is the first criminal case in months from special Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., third from right, speaks to reporters as she walks out of the Senate Chamber fol- counsel Robert Mueller and provides the most detail to date lowing two failed votes on ending the partial government shutdown on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. about how Trump campaign associates were aware in the sum- (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) mer of 2016 that emails had been stolen from the Hillary Clinton campaign and wanted them released. It alleges that unnamed senior Trump campaign officials contacted Stone to ask when the stolen emails might be disclosed. The indictment does not charge Stone with conspiring with WikiLeaks, the anti-secrecy website that published the emails, Talks start as Senate rejects or with the Russian officers Mueller says hacked them. Instead, it accuses him of witness tampering, obstruction and false state- ments about his interactions related to WikiLeaks’ release. Some of those false statements were made to the House intelligence committee, according to the indictment. The indictment lays out in detail Stone’s conversations about 2 plans for ending shutdown stolen Democratic emails posted by WikiLeaks in the weeks before Trump, a Republican, beat Clinton. Mueller’s office has By ANDREW TAYLOR wall money, and congressional Democrats have rejected bar- said those emails, belonging to Clinton campaign chairman John and ALAN FRAM gaining until he reopens government. Podesta, were hacked by Russian intelligence officers. Associated Press Thursday’s votes could “teach us that the leaders are going It says the Trump campaign directed a senior campaign offi- WASHINGTON (AP) — A splintered Senate voted down to have to get together and figure out how to resolve this,” said cial to contact Stone after the July 22, 2016, WikiLeaks release competing Democratic and Republican plans for ending the Sen. John Thune of South Dakota, the No. 2 Senate GOP of hacked emails from the Democratic National Committee and 35-day partial government shutdown, but the twin setbacks leader. He added, “One way or another we’ve got to get out of other groups. That official, who is not named in court papers, prompted a burst of bipartisan talks aimed at temporarily halt- this. This is no win for anybody.” asked Stone about additional releases and “what other damaging ing the longest-ever closure of federal agencies and the dam- Initially, partisan potshots flowed freely. information” WikiLeaks had “regarding the Clinton campaign,” age it’s inflicting around the country. Pelosi accused Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross of a ”‘Let the indictment says. In the first serious exchange in weeks, Senate Majority them eat cake’ kind of attitude” after he said on television that Stone is scheduled to appear in court in Florida later Friday. Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., quickly called Minority he didn’t understand why unpaid civil servants were resorting The indictment had been expected. Stone has said for months he Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., to his office Thursday to to homeless shelters for food. Even as Pelosi offered to meet was prepared to be charged, though he has denied any wrongdo- explore potential next steps for solving the vitriolic stalemate. the president “anytime,” Trump stood firm, tweeting, “Without ing. A grand jury for months had heard from witnesses con- Senators from both sides floated a plan to reopen agencies for nected to Stone. And the intelligence committee last year voted a Wall it all doesn’t work.... We will not Cave!” to release a transcript of Stone’s testimony to Mueller as a pre- three weeks and pay hundreds of thousands of beleaguered As the Senate debated the two dueling proposals, McConnell cursor to an indictment. federal workers while bargainers hunt for a deal. said the Democratic plan would let that party’s lawmakers Stone has publicly denigrated the Mueller investigation and At the White House, President Donald Trump told reporters “make political points and nothing else” because Trump echoed the president’s descriptions of it as a witch hunt. But he he’d support “a reasonable agreement.” He suggested he’d wouldn’t sign it. He called Pelosi’s opposition “unreasonable” has long attracted investigators’ attention, especially in light of a also want a “prorated down payment” for his long-sought bor- and said, “Senate Democrats are not obligated to go down with 2016 tweet that appeared to presage knowledge that emails sto- der wall with Mexico but didn’t describe the term. He said he her ship.” len from Podesta would soon be released. Stone has said he had has “other alternatives” for getting wall funding, an apparent Schumer criticized the GOP plan for endorsing Trump’s no inside information about the contents of the emails in reference to his disputed claim that he could declare a national proposal to keep the government closed until he gets what he WikiLeaks’ possession or the timing of when they’d be released. emergency and fund the wall’s construction using other pro- wants. He has said he learned from Randy Credico, a New York radio grams in the federal budget. “A vote for the president’s plan is an endorsement of gov- host, that WikiLeaks had the emails and planned to disclose “At least we’re talking about it. That’s better than it was ernment by extortion,” Schumer said. “If we let him do it them. Stone has released emails that he says support that asser- before,” McConnell told reporters in one of the most encour- today, he’ll do it tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow.” tion. aging statements heard since the shutdown began Dec. 22. McConnell’s engagement was viewed as a constructive sign Prosecutors had offered a plea agreement to Stone friend Even so, it was unclear whether the flurry would produce because he has a history of helping resolve partisan standoffs. Jerome Corsi that would have required the conspiracy theorist results. For weeks, he’d let Trump and Democrats try reaching an and conservative author to admit that he intentionally lied to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., whose relationship accord and, until Thursday, had barred any votes on legislation investigators about a discussion with Stone about WikiLeaks. with Trump seems to sour daily, told reporters a “big” down Trump would not sign. But he rejected the offer. payment would not be “a reasonable agreement.” Asked if she In consultation with their Senate counterparts, House In a tweet Friday, Podesta wrote that it was now “Roger’s time knew how much money Trump meant, Pelosi said, “I don’t Democrats were preparing a new border security package that in the barrel.” That was a play on Stone’s own words. Stone had know if he knows what he’s talking about.” tweeted cryptically before the Podesta emails were disclosed might be rolled out Friday. Despite their pledge to not negoti- that it would soon be Podesta’s “time in the barrel.” Schumer spokesman Justin Goodman said Democrats have ate until agencies reopened, their forthcoming proposal was made clear that “they will not support funding for the wall, essentially a counteroffer to Trump. Pelosi expressed “some prorated or otherwise.” optimism that things could break loose pretty soon” in a Contributing to the pressure on lawmakers to find a solution closed-door meeting with other Democrats on Wednesday was the harsh reality confronting 800,000 federal workers, evening, said Rep. John Yarmuth, D-Ky. who on Friday face a second two-week payday with no pay- The Democratic package was expected to include $5.7 bil- checks. lion, the same amount Trump wants for his wall, but it would Underscoring the strains, Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., be used instead for fencing, technology, personnel and other angrily said on the Senate floor that Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, measures. In a plan the rejected Senate GOP plan mirrored, had forced a 2013 shutdown during which “people were Trump on Saturday proposed to reopen government if he got killed” in Colorado from flooding and shuttered federal agen- his wall money. He also proposed to revamp immigration cies couldn’t help local emergency workers. Moments earlier, laws, including new restrictions on Central American minors Cruz accused Democrats of blocking a separate, doomed bill seeking asylum in the U.S. and temporary protections for to pay Coast Guard personnel during this shutdown to score immigrants who entered the country illegally as children. political points, adding later, “Just because you hate somebody At a panel discussion held by House Democrats on the doesn’t mean you should shut the government down.” effects of the shutdown, union leaders and former Homeland Thursday’s votes came after Vice President Mike Pence Security officials said they worried about the long-term lunched privately with GOP senators, who told him they were effects. itching for the standoff to end, participants said. Sen. Roy “We will be lucky to get everybody back on the job without Blunt, R-Mo., said their message to Pence was, “Find a way a crisis to respond to,” said Tim Manning, a former Federal forward.” Emergency Management Agency official. In an embarrassment to Trump, the Democratic proposal got two more votes Thursday than the GOP plan, even though Republicans control the chamber 53-47. Six Republicans backed the Democratic plan, including freshman Sen. Mitt The Westfield News Romney, R-Utah, who’s clashed periodically with the presi- A publication of the Westfield News Group LLC dent. The Senate first rejected a Republican plan reopening the Flora Masciadrelli James Johnson-Corwin government through September and giving Trump the $5.7 Director of Sales/ Multi-Media Manager billion he’s demanded for building segments of that wall, a Classified Manager project that he’d long promised Mexico would finance. The Marie Brazee 50-47 vote for the measure fell 10 shy of the 60 votes needed Chris Putz Business Manager Sports Editor to succeed. Lorie Perry Minutes later, senators voted 52-44 for a Democratic alter- Director of Ad Production native that sought to open padlocked agencies through Feb. 8 with no wall money. That was eight votes short. It was aimed Patrick R. Berry at giving bargainers time to seek an accord while getting pay- President checks to government workers who are either working without pay or being forced to stay home. 62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 Flustered lawmakers said Thursday’s roll calls could be a reality check that would prod the start of talks. Throughout, (413)562-4181 the two sides have issued mutually exclusive demands that www.thewestfieldnews.com have blocked negotiations from even starting: Trump has refused to reopen government until Congress gives him the THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 - PAGE 5 School Finance Continued from Page 1 Police Logs The initiative also gives the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education the ability to support persistently WESTFIELD underperforming schools, in part by utilizing a limited amount Major crime and incident report of Chapter 70 funds, if necessary, to implement needed Friday, Jan 18. 2019 reforms and investments with the district. 10:21 a.m.: accident, Hillside Road, a caller reports that a This proposal represents the most significant expansion of car hit his fence and mailbox sometime overnight with pieces the Foundation Budget since the formula was adopted in of the vehicle left behind, the responding officer reports that 1993, and is funded using available revenue. none of the pieces of the vehicle identified the specific car, The Administration’s budget for FY20 includes an increase the officer completed an incident report; of $200.3 million in Chapter 70 funds to implement the first 12:39 p.m.: shoplifting, Springfield Road, a caller from a year of the reforms, for a total of $5.1 billion in school aid Springfield Road department store reports that they have two next year. people in their office for shoplifting and that the two indi- “Our proposal updates the school funding formula to pro- viduals have no valid ID’s, the responding officer reports that vide a quality public education for all students, particularly in Juan Rodriguez, 37, of 410 Liberty Street, Springfield, was school districts with the highest needs, across the placed under arrest for an outstanding warrant; Commonwealth,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “This initia- 6:08 p.m.: well being check, Holland Avenue, a caller tive will fully fund the Foundation Budget Review Commission Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Governor Charles Baker and reports that his neighbor across the street is outside in clear recommendations and will make targeted investments for low- DESE Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley. (Mass.gov photo) distress, responding officers placed an underaged individual income students, minority students, and English Language under arrest for assault and battery and resisting arrest, while Learners to help close the achievement gap and support under- to implement needed reforms and investments. the arrest was taking place, Brenna L. Guzman, 42, of 17 performing schools. We look forward to working with the “While Massachusetts public schools offer many children a Holland Avenue, tried to intervene on behalf of the underaged Legislature to update the Commonwealth’s school finance strong education, that success has not reached all students,” girl, responding officers report they were rushed, kicked, and policies, building on the nearly half a billion dollar increase in Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeffrey briefly restrained, Guzman was also placed under arrest for funding our administration has invested in public education.” C. Riley said. “The measures included in the governor’s pro- assault and battery on a police officer. Building on the Administration’s previous investments to posal will help us ensure that the Commonwealth’s most strug- implement the Commission’s recommendations, when the gling schools are on the right track to offering their students a school finance reform initiative is fully implemented the strong program and engaging instruction.” Foundation Budget will increase by more than $1 billion (in The 1993 Education Reform Act created the school funding current dollars), resulting in an increase of an estimated $3.3 formula that determines how much each school district must billion by 2026. spend, based on the specific makeup of its student body, to Court Logs This is the third consecutive year that the Administration’s ensure every child receives a solid education. Every school budget proposal has included increases for school districts to district’s Foundation Budget is different, and calculated spe- address rising health care costs, one of the deficiencies identi- cifically for that district. The Commonwealth’s progressive Westfield District Court fied by the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Over the funding formula finds the right balance between state and local Friday, Jan. 19, 2019 past two years, Governor Baker signed budgets that increased contributions to fund districts’ Foundation Budgets. School Chelsea E. Henry, 26, of 1154 Page Boulevard, Springfield, funds to school districts for health care by nearly $60 million. districts with higher populations of low-income students and was arraigned on a charge of shoplifting by concealing mer- The Administration also supported an increase of $24.5 mil- English Language Learners have the highest Foundation chandise brought by Westfield police. She was found respon- lion for districts educating English Language Learners in Budgets. Districts with small populations of students who sible for the charge and assessed $120. FY19. These increased investments have allowed communi- Nicholas A. Sabadose, 23, of 531 West Road, Westfield, make up those high-need categories have smaller Foundation ties to put more money back into classrooms, with the greatest Budgets. The law requires communities to pay a share of their admitted to facts sufficient for a guilty finding and paid $200 in impact on low-income communities. costs for a charge of leaving the scene of property damage. That Foundation Budget, determined by their local tax base. Charter School Reimbursement charge was then dismissed. Sabadose was not prosecuted for The major components of the school finance reform additional charges of speeding, negligent operation of a motor In addition, the proposal will revamp charter school reim- vehicle, and failure to drive in the right lane. initiative with an impact on the FY20 budget include: bursements to a three year schedule, with 100 percent tuition reimbursements to districts the first year, 60 percent the sec- • Full funding of foundation and base aid requirements, ond, and 40 percent the third. By revising the reimbursement reflecting current rate of inflation ($129.9 million increase) formula to a three year schedule, the Commonwealth will be a Senator • Further increase in Foundation Budget formula for health Continued from Page 1 better partner to local communities that experience increasing care, including benefits for retirees ($30.6 million increase) enrollments in charter schools. This realignment will also professional improvement programs. • Additional increase in the factor for educating English ensure that communities spending greater than 9 percent of “I’m honored to receive the ‘Legislator of the Year’ award language learners ($13.6 million increase) their total school spending on charter school tuition payments from the MMTA. The recreational boating industry brings in • Increased support to districts serving highest concentra- will benefit from a new minimum tuition reimbursement over two billion dollars to the Commonwealth and provides tion of economically-disadvantaged students ($12.8 million amount. more than 11,000 people with jobs. Supporting and advocat- increase In addition, the Administration’s plan increases the facilities ing for the businesses and trades that provide a livelihood for • Minimum aid level of $20 per pupil for all districts ($7.9 stipend for charter schools. Currently charter schools get a my constituents is very important to me, and I look forward million increase) facilities stipend of $893 for each student, which hasn’t to working with the MMTA again in the future” said Senator • Increase in funding to help districts meet rising out-of- changed in 10 years. This proposal increases that amount by Humason. district special education costs ($4.3 million increase) 5% to $938, and then indexes it for inflation going forward. Within Senator Humason’s district the Connecticut River, • Introduction of a new enrollment category for students in College Affordability Congamond and Hampton Ponds, and other small water bod- Early College and Career Pathways ($1.2 million in FY20) Along with new investments in K-12 education, the House 1 ies reside and there are a number of businesses and employ- Starting in Fiscal Year 2021, the plan will phase in an budget proposal includes a historic $100 million investment to ees in the marine trades in the region. expansion of the factor in the foundation budget for counsel- help more students afford college. Senator Humason is the Co-Chair of the Massachusetts ing and psychological services, which will ultimately add The Administration’s reform proposal creates more opportu- Legislative Boating Caucus and was able to secure $100,000 about $75 million (in current dollars) to the statewide nities for all students to gain skills, knowledge and experience of funding to the MMTA in the FY19 budget. The funding is Foundation Budget. The Administration’s budget proposal by revising the school funding formula to incentivize high being used to educate people on the marine trades and guide also creates a $30 million trust fund for school safety initia- schools that enroll students in Early College and Career people into building careers in these trades. tives. Pathway programs. The proposal creates a dependable reve- The Senator maintains a district office for the convenience “By updating the school funding formula to provide more nue stream as part of the Foundation Budget formula to sup- of his constituents and encourages them to contact him at his support to enroll students in Early College and Career port these programs, so more students can earn college credits district office at 64 Noble Street in Westfield, MA 01085, Pathways programs, we will help high school students gain or professional certificates at no cost to them while they are (413) 568-1366; or at his Boston office State House, Room more work experience and access to college level courses still in high school. 313-A, Boston, MA, 02133, (617) 722-1415. His email before they graduate,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito. The House 1 proposal includes a new $100 million trust address is [email protected] “This budget will build on the investments our Administration fund that will enable students entering Massachusetts public has already made to improve school safety by supporting and private colleges and universities next year to significantly grants for districts for security and communications upgrades reduce college costs and have greater opportunities for paid Chicago Total Access performance and training for school and public safety officials, among internships and cooperative education. Seeded with revenue other initiatives.” from the Administration’s sales tax modernization proposal to benefit Westfield Police Auxiliary The Administration’s school finance reform proposal described in more detail below, the trust fund would set aside includes opportunities for struggling schools to partner with $25 million for Commonwealth Commitment, the college WESTFIELD — Chicago tribute band Chicago Total the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to Access (chicagototalaccess.com) will be the featured per- affordability program for students transferring from a commu- invest in proven strategies that help students learn, such as nity college to a public college or university. The trust fund former for a unique community event benefitting the acceleration academies, after-school enrichment, as well as Westfield Police Auxiliary 7:30 p.m. on Friday April 12, would commit another $25 million to scholarships for students 2019 at the Westfield Technical Academy upper campus more professional development and leadership programs for who are participating in proven college success programs at auditorium. teachers. The budget proposal also includes a new trust fund both public and private four-year colleges; $25 million for The funds generated from this event will go a long way to of $50 million, to be used by the Commissioner of Elementary matching grants to provide work experiences to students support of new equipment for the volunteers of the Auxiliary and Secondary Education to help accelerate improvements in attending two and four-year public colleges and universities; to help keep our community safe during major outdoor low-performing schools. In addition to this trust fund, the and $15 million to expand Early College programs. The trust events in our city such as parades, our first ever First Night, Governor’s budget proposes $26.5 million in targeted assis- fund would also set aside $10 million to pilot financial aid Concerts on the Green, PumpkinFest and more. This benefit tance funds to help schools improve. strategies that have proven successful in other states to help was conceived by Westfield on Weekends president, Jay “While this increased investment is incredibly important, students complete their degrees. Pagluica. how we spend it is equally important to ensure we are using As part of this expansion, the Baker-Polito Administration Chicago Total Access is a music group made up of 10 strategies and providing programs that accelerate learning for will ask public colleges and universities to develop long-term talented musicians who all grew up listening to American all students and close achievement gaps,” said Secretary of plans to reduce student charges, while still ensuring institu- and British pop/rock, jazz, blues, rhythm and blues, Motown, Education James Peyser. “We are asking the lowest-perform- tional fiscal sustainability. acid rock. They’ve been influenced by music from the 40’s ing schools to partner with the Department of Elementary and “This is a breakthrough budget proposal for students and to the 70’s as well as classical music from the ages. There is Secondary Education to make reforms that will help our families who look to Massachusetts’ public colleges and uni- no other American rock n roll band with horns that has influ- neediest students achieve their potential academically.” versities to deliver both opportunity and affordability,” said enced more musicians, is loved by millions of people world- The proposal strengthens the Commissioner of Elementary Commissioner of Higher Education Carlos E. Santiago. “This wide, and has become such a deep part of Americana as the and Secondary Education’s ability to support schools that are band Chicago. Since 1967, through 46 years of sold out proposed investment could have dramatic impact on both indi- consistently underperforming by giving him authority to work vidual lives and the state as a whole – because a highly-edu- concerts, millions of record sales, and legions of cheering with schools to use a limited amount of a district’s school aid fans worldwide Chicago is still going strong in 2013. The cated workforce is the key to economic growth.” members of Chicago Total Access have attempted to recreate a slice of the timeless musical catalog of Chicago as well as stay true to the spirit of the original recordings. We hope you enjoy their efforts! The liner notes of Chicago’s first record- Senior Safety ing titled “The Chicago Transit Authority” still inspire Total Continued from Page 1 Access band members and they hope you, as well -- “The printed word can never aspire to document a truly musical to call 9-1-1 and least likely to be able lock boxes. distribution and installation of house experience, so if you must call them something, speak of the to get to the door for first responders. In an effort to provide valuable infor- numbers on the homes of older adults an city where all save one were born; where all of them were The lock box alleviates the problem of mation to first responders before they ongoing priority. Precious time is lost if schooled and bred, and where all of this incredible music forced entry. arrive on the scene, the Administrator for firefighters, paramedics, or police offi- went down barely noticed; call them CHICAGO.” The lock boxes were installed by the City’s Public Safety Communication cers drive right by a house because it is Tickets for the show are available on line at www.purple- members of the Westfield Rotary Club Center developed Westfield’s Emergency not clearly identified. The Council On pass.com, at Rocky’s Ace Hardware in Westfield or by call- after receiving training from then Deputy Information Form. Information from the Aging maintains a supply of house num- ing 800-316-8559. This is a hi-energy, explosive show band Fire Chief, Patrick Egloff. After the form is entered into the City’s database bers and the Westfield Rotary Club con- dedicated to covering the band’s catalog that spans over 45 boxes were installed, members of the so that first responders have access to tinues to assist with installation during years. The audience will have “total access” to the music of Westfield Fire Department visited each critical information such as major medi- the spring, summer, and fall months. Chicago. household to put a spare house key in the cal conditions, sensory and mobility The key to the success of any grant is lock box and close it. The master key is deficits, and emergency contacts. Forms sustainability. Grant funding is essen- available in all of the City’s fire and were distributed at the Senior Center tially seed money. It provides a way for Valentine’s Soup & Sandwich Luncheon ambulance vehicles. Shortly after instal- throughout the past year and assistance cities, towns, departments, organiza- The Huntington Council on Aging will be hosting a Valentine’s lation, we received word that the key in completing the form was provided by tions, and agencies to move an idea from Soup & Sandwich Luncheon and Dance with Gemtones on inside the lock box had already been Council On Aging staff. concept to reality. During these chal- Thursday, February 14 (snow date, Friday, February 15) at 12:00 utilized by first responders on several Last year’s grant money was also used lenging economic times, it is imperative p.m. at Stanton Hall. The suggested donation per person is $5.00. occasions. to purchase four-inch house numbers. that City departments, service clubs, and Please call 413-512-5205 for a reservation by Thursday, February The response to the Residential Lock That was a continuation of the House human service agencies charged with the 7. A St. Patrick’s Corned Beef Luncheon featuring the Do Re Mi Box Program has been overwhelmingly Number Visibility Project started the health and safety of the public work Singers will be held on Thursday, March 14 (snow date - Friday, positive. Staff from the Council On previous year. Massachusetts law together in a coordinated effort. The March 15) at 12:00 p.m. at Stanton Hall. The suggested donation Aging continue to assess those older requires that every building in the older residents of Westfield can feel con- per person is $8.00. Please call 413-512-5205 for a reservation by adults who might benefit from the pro- Commonwealth have a number affixed fident that our Fire Department, Council Thursday, March 7. Both programs are supported in part by a grant gram. Future Senior Safe grant money to it. The Westfield Fire Department and On Aging, and Rotary Club are doing from the Huntington Cultural Council, a local agency which is sup- may be utilized to purchase additional the Council On Aging have made the just that. ported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. PAGE 6 - FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS HOMEDESIGN Woodpecker damage? Try scare tactics, redirection By DEAN FOSDICK Associated Press Woodpeckers, flickers and sapsuckers may be fun for birders to watch but they can be troublesome — pecking holes in dwellings, shredding feeders, enlarging cavities in trees, and driving you to dis- traction by drumming on wooden or metal surfaces. “Woodpeckers can damage homes, especially those with cedar siding, or homes that are painted brown, making them look like a giant tree trunk,” said Clifford Shackelford, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ornithologist. “These conditions also attract carpenter bees, which bore holes in order to lay their eggs.” Woodpeckers hammer or peck on wood or metal for three reasons, Shackelford said. First is foraging or seeking food. Second is drumming, when a male during the extensive spring mating season lays claim to a territory by tapping on wood or metal. And third is excavating for a place to build a nest and rear young. What’s a harried homeowner to do? “Since all species of woodpeckers are protected by state and local laws across the United States, lethal solutions or killing these birds is not an option,” Shackelford said in an email. That leaves benign solutions. Several to consider: --Woodpeckers need trees for shelter and food. Redirect them to different wooded locations. Place birdfeeders at distant sites, leave snags (dead branch- es or standing trees) on the property, build large nesting or roosting boxes, repair and cover damaged areas of the home or, if all else fails, try a pest con- This July 31, 2015 photograph taken near Langley, Wash., shows a pileated woodpecker chipping away at a pergola after visiting a suet trol service. feeder designed especially for the bird’s length. Woodpeckers often poke holes in trees, posts and cedar siding in their search for insects --Frighten or scare. These bird-proofing options to eat. (Dean Fosdick via AP) include displaying predator decoys, hanging reflec- Pepper sprays are only a temporary fix --Refrain from using sticky substances insects, namely beetle larvae under the bark tive or colorful items, creating loud noises, or intro- and need to be re-applied after it rains or that could be toxic or coat the birds’ feath- or deep inside the wood, that serve as wood- ducing odor or flavor repellents. snows. ers. Those also could stain furniture and pecker food,” he said. “Actually, woodpeck- Predator-like decoys can lessen the degree of “Hanging an old CD or DVD that can spin buildings. ers are beneficial because they can help woodpecker damage but won’t discourage the birds in the wind seems a good deterrent,” --Do not use insecticides to try to elimi- keep numbers of these sorts of insects in for long, said Marvin Reynolds, an area director for Reynolds said. “Foil strips work the same nate woodpecker food sources. They have check.” Colorado State University Extension. way.” many adverse effects, including thinning ——— “They can become used to owls, hawks or snakes The sun’s reflection from a mirror also already scarce pollinator populations. Online: in an area,” Reynolds said. “If the predator doesn’t will scare birds, he said. It’s not true that woodpeckers, flickers For more about preventing woodpecker move, they will realize it’s not a threat.” Here’s what not to do: and sapsuckers kill trees, Shackelford said. damage, see this handbook from the Stuffing insulation into woodpecker-carved cavi- --Don’t trap, capture, injure or kill wood- “It’s guilt by association because wood- Internet Center for Wildlife Damage ties also is a short-term stopgap since the birds sim- peckers. Do not remove eggs from their peckers are observed foraging on dead or Management: ply will remove it, he said. nests. dying trees that are swarming with hidden

In this Monday, Jan. Organic price 21, 2019, photo, regular iceberg lettuce, lower left, sell- premiums dip as ing at $3.19 each, is dis- played next to organic iceberg demand grows, lettuce selling at $4.19 each, at a grocery choices multiply store in North By DEE-ANN DURBIN Miami, Fla. Associated Press U.S. shoppers DETROIT (AP) — U.S. shoppers are still paying more for are still paying organic food, but the price premium is falling as organic options more for multiply. organic food, Last year, organic food and beverages cost an average of 24 but the price cents more per unit than conventional food, or about 7.5 percent premium is more, according to Nielsen. That was down from a 27 cent, or falling as 9 percent, premium in 2014. organic options There’s a lot of variation within those numbers. The average multiply. (AP price for a gallon of organic milk — $4.76 — is 88 percent Photo/Wilfredo higher than the $2.53 shoppers pay for a gallon of regular milk. Lee) Organic eggs have an 86 percent premium. At $4.89 per loaf, organic bread is double the cost of regular bread. Parents buying organic baby food, on the other hand, pay just 3 percent more than they would for conventional baby food. In but they may have to pay more for workers to pull weeds or con- organics is outpacing supply in many categories. U.S. sales of fast- mid-January, a bunch of organic kale was 5 percent more than trol bugs, Moghtader said. moving consumer goods — a category that includes food, bever- organic kale, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. One reason organic premiums are falling is the increase in prod- ages and toiletries — were flat last year, but sales of organic goods Some organic products — like artichokes, soy milk and Granny ucts on the shelves. Organics used to be confined to health food jumped 9 percent, Nielsen said. Smith apples — may even cost less than their conventional stores and high-end groceries like Whole Foods, but mainstream Millennial households are leading that charge, as they stock up counterparts. stores are increasingly offering them. Kroger, one of the nation’s on organic milk and baby food for their children. But other gen- There are many shifting factors behind the prices for organic largest grocery chains, says it stocks 9,000 organic items in its erations are also buying more organic products. Overall, 88 per- foods. Premiums for milk and eggs tend to be much higher, for stores and notched $1 billion in organic produce sales in 2017. cent of American households have bought organic food or bever- example, because the government has very specific rules for On a recent weekday, Kroger was selling Simple Truth organic ages. what “organic” means. For example, cows producing organic orange juice — its in-house brand — for $3.49 for 52 fluid “Consumers are more focused on products that have some ben- milk must be allowed to graze for at least one-third of their food ounces. That was $1 more than the same size of conventional efit to them,” Sarah Schmansky, a vice president of growth and intake, says Jeremy Moghtader, the manager of the campus Kroger-brand orange juice, or 49 cents more than conventional strategy at Nielsen. farm at the University of Michigan. Tropicana-brand orange juice. In some cases, organics are breathing life back into dusty gro- The rules “have real benefits to the animal, the consumer and Costco’s Kirkland Signature store brand introduced organic cery aisles. Sales of conventional lunchmeat and cheese at the deli environment, but they do increase the price of production,” eggs in 2007 and organic beef in 2012. Walmart’s Great Value counter had been weakening, since consumers didn’t want to wait Moghtader said. store brand sells a 15-ounce can of organic pumpkin for $1.88; for them to be sliced. But buyers seeking fresh, organic options are Organic and conventional vegetables are grown in similar that’s just 10 cents more than conventional Libby’s brand canned returning to the deli. Sale of organic deli lunchmeat have risen an ways, so the price difference tends to be lower. Organic farmers pumpkin. average of 18 percent annually over the last four years, while can save money by not using pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, Consumer demand also impacts prices. Right now, demand for organic deli cheese sales are up 26 percent. Schmansky said food scares — like E. coli outbreaks traced to lettuce — are also leading Thank You Westfield! #1 Company 2013 some consumers to organic Thank You for making us the #1 Company in Westfieldper MLSpin 2017! 2013 labels because they trust them. 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A recession could also lower 97 Regency Park Dr. U:97, Agawam Anna Ronca & Maria Graveline Deanna Montefusco $48,000.00 consumer demand for organics, 166 Thalia Dr, Agawam Denise Lynch Rovert & Marline Claremont $238,000.00 and therefore their price premi- 33 Vadnais St, Agawam Robert & Paula Burke Valerie Mulka $175,000.00 ums. But if the last recession is 5 Sodom Mountain Rd, S.Wick John & Jean Balesky Ryan & jennifer Smith $180,000.00 any guide, those premiums could bounce back quickly. 5 Wynnfield Cir. U:5, S.Wick Mark & Robin Goodwin Mary Mcguire $270,000.00 THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 - PAGE 7 ‘The milkman model’: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Big brand names try Westfield G+E wants you & your family to be reusable containers safe this heating season By KATHERINE ROTH Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas formed Associated Press by the burning of fossil fuels. Since CO has no odor, color, or A new shopping platform announced Thursday at the World taste, it cannot be detected by our senses. When dangerous con- Economic Forum aims to change the way we buy many centrations of the gas build up indoors, people and pets can brand-name products. become sick with symptoms that are similar to the flu. Carbon monoxide is often called the “silent killer” because people ignore Loop, as the platform is called, would do away with dispos- the early signs of poisoning and eventually lose consciousness. able containers for things like shampoo and laundry detergent Prolonged exposure to this harmful substance claims the lives of from some of the world’s biggest manufacturers. Instead, hundreds of people every year and impacts thousands more. those goods will be delivered in sleek, reusable containers that While this poisonous gas is found in the fumes produced by will be picked up at your door, washed and refilled. fuel-burning items, including gas and oil-burning furnaces, water “Loop is about the future of consumption. And one of the heaters, fireplaces, gas and wood stoves, portable generators, tenets is that garbage shouldn’t exist,” says Tom Szaky, CEO motor vehicles, and charcoal grills, keeping your family and of the Trenton, New Jersey-based international recycling loved ones safe is easy when you follow these tips: company TerraCycle, which is behind Loop. * Install battery-operated CO detectors on every level of your “Removing plastics from the ocean is not enough. We need home and within 10 feet of bedroom doors. to get at the whole idea of disposability and single-use items,” * Test CO detectors regularly to ensure they’re functioning says Szaky. “We’re going back to the milkman model of the properly, change batteries every six months, and replace detec- 1950s. You buy the milk but the milk company owns the tors every five to seven years. bottle, which you leave in the milk box to be picked up when * Have your oil or gas-burning furnace inspected yearly. you’re done with it.” * Mark the location of your home’s exhaust vents so you can Companies partnering with Loop include Nestle, Procter & find them easily should they become buried in a snowstorm. It’s Gamble, PepsiCo and other top brands. important to keep them clear of snow build-up. “Our goal is that by 2030, all of our packaging will be reus- * Only use portable generators outdoors, keeping them at least able or recyclable,” says Virginie Helias, vice president and 20 feet away and downwind from the house. Be sure there are no chief sustainability officer at Procter & Gamble. Loop, she openings or vents that would allow the exhaust to enter your home. said, “is a very new idea and somewhat risky because no one Early symptoms of CO poisoning include mild headache and has tried it. But the response has been very positive, and This photo shows Clorox’s stainless steel wipe container breathlessness with moderate exercise. Continued exposure can we’ve selected 10 of our brands to be a part of the pilot proj- lead to more severe headaches, dizziness, weakness, nausea, ect, with a plan to add more later pending positive results.” designed for use with Loop. The new shopping platform announced at the World Economic Forum aims to change vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. Higher levels of CO inhala- Pantene shampoo, for instance, “will come in a beautifully tion can lead to loss of consciousness and death. People who are decorated, lightweight-aluminum pump container,” Helias the way people buy many products, from food to personal- sleeping or intoxicated can die from CO poisoning before ever says. “Tide in the U.S. will come in a stainless-steel bottle care and home products. Loop would do away with dispos- experiencing symptoms, so installing CO detectors in your home with a durable twist cap. Cascade will come in ultra-durable able containers for some name-brand products, including provides the best protection from carbon monoxide. If you sus- packaging. Crest mouthwash will come in a glass bottle. The some shampoos and laundry detergents. Instead, those prod- pect poisoning, or if your CO detector sounds an alarm, don’t idea is ultra-durability, convenience and also ultra-luxurious ucts would be delivered in sleek, reusable containers that ignore it. Retreat to fresh air immediately and call for help by packaging.” will be picked up at your door, washed and refilled. (Dara dialing 911 or the Westfield Gas + Electric emergency number at Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream, a Nestle product, will be delivered Rackley/TerraCycle via AP) 413-572-0000. Additional resources are available on the Safety in a posh, double-walled, stainless-steel tub designed to keep page of WG+E’s website: www.wgeld.org. ice cream cold longer. Greenpeace, which has criticized many big manufacturers And instead of adding dirty disposable diapers to landfills, for creating much of the plastic waste polluting the world’s soiled diapers can, starting only in the Paris area, be placed in oceans, joined in a panel about sustainable consumption at sleek, durable diaper containers. When a container is filled, which Loop was announced in Davos, Switzerland, on Loop will pick it up and deliver a clean, empty one. New Thursday. Jennifer Morgan, international executive director of technology allows Loop to process and recycle the dirty dia- Greenpeace, said beforehand, “While Greenpeace welcomes ARE YOU LOOKING pers, something TerraCycle has already started doing in the aim of the Loop Alliance to move away from throwaway Amsterdam. culture and disposability ... what the platform will mean for FOR A CAREER? “We have only one planet, and we have to take care of it for the environment depends on whether corporations worldwide Are you a people the long term,” says Laurent Freixe, CEO of the Americas are actually ready to change their business models, or if this Region of Nestle, which hopes to do away with all its non- effort just becomes a distracting side project to generate posi- person? recyclable packaging by 2025. “We want to strive for Zero tive PR.” Waste at both the production and consumption level. Loop is She warned that most businesses behind the initiative are Do you like sales so innovative that we felt we had to be a part of it and learn still expanding production of single-use plastic, although com- & advertising? from it.” pany representatives focused on the progress they have vowed The rise of the “Zero Waste” movement and concern about to make in adopting more sustainable packaging. Are you goal the environment has led many businesses to try to reduce Loop is slated to launch this spring in New York, New packaging and single-use containers. Loop is unusual in its Jersey and Pennsylvania, and also in Paris and some of its oriented = $$$ international scope and the size of the companies participat- suburbs. Shoppers will be able to buy Zero-Waste products ing. from the Loop website to be delivered to their homes in spe- Initially, Loop will offer about 300 products, with plans to cially designed shipping totes, and, eventually, at participating We Want YOU! add to the list later. According to TerraCycle, partners include retailers, such as Carrefour grocery stores in Paris. Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, Nestle, Unilever, Mars Petcare, Loop intends to expand to the U.S. West Coast, Toronto and The Clorox Company, The Body Shop, Coca-Cola, Mondelez the United Kingdom by the end of this year or early 2020, fol- The Westfield News Group International, Danone, Jacobs Douwe Egberts, BIC, Nature’s lowed by Japan — ideally in time for the 2020 Olympics, Path, Thousand Fell, Greenhouse, Grilliance, Preserve, Szaky says. is seeking Carrefour, UPS and the sustainable-resource management “It means more delivery trucks, but far fewer garbage company Suez. trucks,” he says. 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were awarded. The University now has more and leading student satisfaction ratings. For Massachusetts or Rome, Italy campus-become McKinley White Named than 120,000 alumni worldwide. more information about the University, visit engaged participants in Assumption's classic to the Fall 2018 Honors List www.cedarville.edu. liberal arts education and professional pro- grams, exploring new ideas, making connec- at Pomfret School Student Named to the tions across disciplines, and pushing them- Westfield area residents McKinley White of Southwick, MA, from University of Vermont Dean’s selves to achieve more than they ever thought the Class of 2020, was named to the Fall 2018 on Bridgewater dean’s list possible. To prepare for the workforce, stu- Honors List at Pomfret School. To achieve List dents learn cutting-edge theory and best prac- The following Westfield area residents were tices, and develop excellent communication this level of distinction, McKinley earned a To be named to the dean's list, students must named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at grade point average of at least 3.330 and and critical-analysis skills - quintessential have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and Bridgewater State University: skills of a liberal arts education--through received no grade lower than a B-. rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their Collin Flematti of Southampton, Colleen classroom work, internships, and involvement Founded in 1894, Pomfret School is an respective college or school. The following Longley of Southwick, and Constanza in extracurricular activities. independent college preparatory school for local student has been named to the University Cressotti and Anna Grady of Westfield. boarding and day students in grades 9 through of Vermont dean's list for the Fall 2018 semes- 12. We also offer a postgraduate year. Set on ter: Sarah Grobe of Westfield. 831 Students named to 500 acres in the celebrated Last Green Valley American International President's List at Plymouth of Northeastern Connecticut, our mission is to College Announces Fall 2018 cultivate a healthy interdependence of mind, Southwick Resident Named to State University body, and spirit in our students. We offer 8 Dean's List Students Fall 2018 Semester Dean’s 831 students have been named to the academic disciplines, more than 100 elective American International College (AIC) in courses, 25 athletic options, and numerous Plymouth State University President's List for List at Dean College Springfield, MA has named 470 students to the Fall 2018 semester. To be named to the opportunities to participate in community out- the Fall 2018 Dean's List. Dean's List students President's List, a student must achieve a reach and service programs. Dean College is pleased to announce that Shelby Smith of Southwick has earned a place are full time students who have achieved a 3.3 grade point average of 3.7 or better for the Fall on the Dean's List for the Fall 2018 semester. to a 4.0 GPA. 2018 semester and must have attempted at Westfield Resident Named to Founded in 1865, Dean College is a private, Jordyn Comtois, majoring in Liberal least 12 credit hours during the semester: residential college located in Franklin Studies; Mason St.Pierre, majoring in Jessica Brusa and Daniel Killam of Westfield. Management; Liliya Stepanchuk, majoring in Curry College Dean's List Massachusetts, 45 minutes from Boston, Nursing; Cierra Paskins, majoring in Nursing; Curry College is proud to announce that Massachusetts, and Providence, Rhode Island. Nailya Suleymanova, majoring in Nursing; Randall Garfield named to Chelsea Conroy of Westfield has been named Dean College offers baccalaureate degrees, Jennifer Burkott, majoring in Nursing; Grayce to the Dean's List for the Fall 2018 semester. associate degree programs, as well as a robust Juan, majoring in Nursing; Anita Mosijchuk, Dean's List at Plymouth State To qualify for the Dean's List, students must schedule of part-time continuing and profes- majoring in Nursing; Madeleine Fortier, University earn a 3.30 GPA, have no incompletes, and sional education credit and certificate pro- majoring in Nursing; Sage Cook, majoring in Randall Garfield of Blandford, MA, has have no grade lower than a "C" for the semes- grams throughout the calendar year. Nursing; Yuliya Putsykovich, majoring in been named to the Plymouth State University ter. Nursing; and Samantha Schieppe, majoring in Dean's List for the Fall 2018 semester. To be Occupational Science, all of Westfield. Students Named to King’s named to the Dean's List, a student must Molly Tettemer of Westfield, achieve a grade point average between 3.5 and College Fall 2018 Dean’s List Local Students Named 3.69 during the Fall 2018 semester and must MA was named to the Dean’s have attempted at least 12 credit hours during Dr. Joseph Evan, provost and vice president to Assumption List at Lehigh University in for academic affairs at King’s College, recent- the semester. Garfield is a English major at ly announced the students who have qualified College Dean’s List Plymouth State. the Fall 2018 semester for the Fall 2018 dean’s list: Lindsay Cousins, Westfield. Assumption College has announced that Dean's List status, which is awarded to stu- 493 students have been named to the College's Lily Iglesias of Blandford, dents who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 Dean's List for the fall 2018 semester. Local majoring in Nursing or better while carrying at least 12 hours of Emerson College Announces students include: Lauren Chapdelaine of regularly graded courses, has been granted to Huntington, Class of 2019; Haley McCormick, Irina Gonchuk, majoring in Nursing; Molly Tettemer of Westfield, MA in the Fall Dean’s List Honorees, Class of 2019, Jennifer Bourgoin, Class of Samuel Bovino, majoring in Nursing; and 2018 semester. 2021, and Shayna Sullivan, Class of 2022, all Maria Seddon of Southwick, majoring in For more than 150 years, Lehigh University Including Local Students of Westfield; and William Armstrong of Psychology, all of Southwick. (lehigh.edu) has combined outstanding aca- The following students have been named to Granville, Class of 2020. Founded in 1885, American International demic and learning opportunities with leader- Emerson College's Dean's List for the Fall Students must achieve a grade point aver- College (AIC) is a private, co-educational, ship in fostering innovative research. The 2018 semester: Nina Rodriguez and Rory age of 3.5 for a five-class, 15-credit semester doctoral granting institution located in institution is among the nation's most selec- Tettemer of Westfield. The requirement to to be included on the prestigious list, which is Springfield, Massachusetts, comprising the tive, highly ranked private research universi- make the Dean's List is a grade point average announced at the completion of the fall and School of Business, Arts and Sciences, the ties. Lehigh's four colleges - College of Arts of 3.7 or higher that semester. spring semesters. The Assumption College School of Education, and the School of Health and Sciences, College of Business and Located in Boston, Massachusetts, opposite curriculum enables students to gain a depth Sciences. AIC supports and advances educa- Economics, College of Education and the P.C. the historic Boston Common and in the heart and breadth of knowledge that leads to profes- tion, diversity, and opportunity for its students Rossin College of Engineering and Applied of the city's Theatre District, Emerson College sional success and personal fulfillment. and the community. Science - provide opportunities to 7,000 stu- educates individuals who will solve problems Students-whether studying on the Worcester, dents to discover and grow in a learning com- and change the world through engaged leader- munity that promotes interdisciplinary pro- ship in communication and the arts, a mission grams with real-world experience. informed by liberal learning. The College has 3,750 undergraduates and 750 graduate stu- Southwick Public dents from across the United States and 50 Greater Katherine Neilsen Named to countries. Supported by state-of-the-art facili- Westfield Library Teen Hamilton College Dean's List ties and a renowned faculty, students partici- Westfield Winter Reading pate in more than 80 student organizations and Farmers’ Katherine Neilsen, of Westfield, has been performance groups. Emerson is known for its Chamber of Program named to the Dean's List for the 2018 fall study and internship programs in Los Angeles, semester. To be named to the Dean's List, a Manga Club- January 24th Washington, D.C., the Netherlands, London, Market Commerce from 3:00-4:45.Southwick student must have carried throughout the China, and the Czech Republic. A new, per- semester a course load of four or more graded Public Library will be watch- manent facility on Sunset Boulevard for its Upcoming ing the anime that was chosen credits with an average of 3.5 or above. L.A.-based program opened in January 2014. Winter Neilsen, a first-year student, is a graduate of by the group in the December The College has an active network of 39,000 February meeting. New to the club? Westminster School. Originally founded in alumni who hold leadership positions in com- 1793 as the Hamilton-Oneida Academy, Markets Just ask Heather at Reference munication and the arts. For more informa- to find out what anime was Hamilton College offers an open curriculum The Westfield Farmers’ Chamber tion, visit www.emerson.edu. voted on. We will also be eat- that gives students the freedom to shape their Market will hold three indoor Winter Markets. Location is Events ing Japanese snacks during own liberal arts education within a research- the film. For 6-12th grade. the Church of the Atonement, February 4: February and writing-intensive framework. Hamilton Jackson Diltz, Westfield 36 Court Street. The dates are For questions or for further enrolls 1,850 students from 49 states and 49 Mayor’s Coffee Hour 8–9 am. Resident Named Saturday, February 9. The Please join us for our monthly information, please call (413) countries. Additional information about the hours are 10 am to 3 pm. A 569-1221 ext. 3. college can be found at www.hamilton.edu. Mayor’s Coffee Hour with to Dean’s List at great place to get some of Westfield Mayor Brian Teen Zentangle® -January Providence College your Holiday shopping done! Sullivan hosted by Armbrook 28 from 2:30-4:30 Local University of Rhode Island As we have had all sum- Village, 551 North Road, Zentangle® is a fun, relaxing Jackson Diltz, a resident of Westfield, MA mer, we feature 25 to 30 local Westfield, MA. This event is way to create intricate art- students named to the Dean’s List and a member of the class of 2022, has been vendors and crafters selling free and open to the public. work. The instructor, Annette The University of Rhode Island is pleased named to the Dean's List at Providence all sorts of fresh produce and Sign up online at www.west- Chittenden, will break down several patterns, called “tan- to announce that more than 5,500 undergradu- College for the Fall 2018 semester. To qualify other products. There will fieldbiz.org/events or call the for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at also be live music, thanks to a Chamber at 413.568.1618 to gles” which will be used to ates have qualified for the fall 2018 Dean's build each student’s own List. The students represent nearly all of least a 3.55 grade point average with a mini- grant from the Westfield register so we may give our mum of 12 credits. Cultural Council. SNAP and host a head count. unique piece! This method is Rhode Island's cities and towns, all six New HIP benefits are accepted, a skill builder for notebook England states, New York and New Jersey, Founded in 1917, Providence College is the February 11: February After and we will match up to $5.00 5 Connection, 5-7 pm, hosted sketchers and artists of all and many other states and nations. To be only college or university in the United States administered by the Dominican Friars and has when SNAP tokens are pur- by Pair A Dice Clean, LLC, 31 skill levels. All art materials included on the Dean's List, students must chased at the Market Table. St. Jacques Avenue, Agawam, and a light snack are provid- have completed 12 or more credits during a an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 4,000 students. Providence College consis- We now accept all major MA 01001. Chamber members ed. This program takes place semester for letter grades with at least a 3.30 credit cards. are free, $15 for non-members at Southwick Public Library quality point average. Part-time students qual- tently has been ranked among the top five for students in 7-12th grade. regional universities in the North according to Attention vendors. Please (cash/credit paid at the door.) ify with the accumulation of 12 credits with a Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, sign up U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best contact us if you have an 3.30 quality point average. The list includes interest in participating at the 50/50 Raffle to benefit our required. In case of inclement students who have not yet declared their Colleges.” Market. For more informa- Chamber Scholarship Fund. weather, the snow date is majors as well as those from all of the tion and vendor applications Bring your business cards and February 4th, 2:30-4:30. This University's undergraduate academic colleges. Hannah Sitler of Southwick, please visit our web page at make connections! Sign up program is free. For questions www.westfieldfarmersmar- online at www.westfieldbiz. or for further information, MA, Named to Cedarville ket.net or call 562-5431 x101. org/events. For sponsorships or please call (413) 569-1221 The following students E-mail: farmersmarketwest- more information, please call ext. 3. University's Dean's List the chamber at 413.568.1618. from your area have [email protected]. Cedarville University student Hannah Sitler been named to URI's of Southwick, MA, whose major is Industrial & Innov Design, was named to the Cedarville fall 2018 Dean's List: University Dean's List for Fall 2018. This Tristan Cain, Becky Gawron, Riley recognition required Sitler to maintain a 3.5 O'Connor, Declan O’Donnell, Haley Parker GPA for the semester and carry a minimum of and Joseph Stratton of Southwick. 12 credit hours. Tell us someThing good! 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Westfield’s Emma Pedolzky (13) dribbles around the corner Westfield’s Olivia Hadla (3) defends the ball. (Photo by Chris against Chicopee Comp. (Photo by Chris Putz) Putz)

Westfield’s Kaela Mochak (20) shows determination while trying to squeeze a shot off in between the Chicopee Comp Bombers hit road block defense Thursday night. (Photo by Chris Putz) By Chris Putz Staff Writer CHICOPEE – The Westfield High School girls basketball Gators fall team has hit a road block in its quest for the postseason. Renaissance 41, Gateway 29 Westfield lost its fourth straight game, falling one game Desiree Crawford scored 15 points, Sydney Dodds chipped below .500 at 6-7 with a 55-49 loss to Chicopee Comp on the in 10, and Dasha Wilson had seven as Renaissance toppled road Thursday night. host Gateway. “It was a tough loss, but the girls played hard and created Peyton Bucko scored a team-high 10 points for Gateway. many turnovers,” Westfield High School girls basketball head Gators’ Becca Herman had nine. coach Cyndi Fillion said. “(The) cards just didn’t fall our way at the end.” Westfield produced three double-digit scorers – Chandler Pedolzky (16 points), Kaela Mochak (16), and Olivia Hadla PVCA tops WTA (13). Pioneer Valley Christian Academy 35, Westfield Westfield will seek to end their recent slide on Monday Technical Academy 17 when the Bombers travel to East Longmeadow to take on the Molly Connor scored 18 points, and Sarah Emerson and Ella Spartans. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. Nicoll netted seven apiece to lead PVCA past WTA. Westfield Tech’s Leilani Marsh scored a team-high six points. Herbert, Crowninghield BOYS ICE HOCKEY sink Saints Falcons rally to net tie Franklin Tech 44, St. Mary’s 28 Westfield 2, Minnechaug 2 Franklin Tech’s Jordan Herbert (19 points) and Jocelyn Westfield outshot Minnechaug 20-12 but the Falcons rallied Crowninghield (15) combined for 34 points in downing host from a 2-0 deficit, scoring the game-tying goal with four min- St. Mary’s. The Eagles raced out to a 22-6 lead in the first utes remaining in regulation. quarter, and never looked back. Ryan Moorhouse scored a goal and had an assist on a goal by Connor Fitzgerald. Bombers’ Chandler Pedolzky (10) attempts a shot under the basket. (Photo by Chris Putz)

Saint Mary’s Ally Goodreau (10) lays it up for two points. (Photo by Randy Burlingame)

On a shot from the point Connor Fitzgerald scores the first goal of the game. STM Girls Hoops Minnechaug vs. Westfield Boys’ Hockey

The Saints’ Amelia Willenborg (33) makes a move toward the basket. (Photo by Randy Aidan Fitzgerald (18) acting as a screen as Liam Webster gets his stick on the puck and Burlingame) Spencer Cloutier (17) looks for a possible tip clears it away from the Minnechaug attack- on a deflection. er. Westfield’s second goal, a power play goal scored by Ryan Moorhouse.

Saint Mary’s Emma Goodreau (40) takes Saint Mary’s Madie Donais (23) works advantage of some open space during the PHOTOS BY around a defender. (Photo by Randy Burlingame) first quarter. (Photo by Randy Burlingame) BILL DEREN

H.S. Winter Sports RESULTS/STANDINGS

BOYS ICE HOCKEY BOYS BASKETBALL BOYS SWIMMING Wednesday’s Results Westfield 7-4 Westfield 2-10 Westfield 8-1 BOYS BASKETBALL Southwick 0-10-1 Westfield Technical Academy 4-5 Smith Voke 64, St. Mary’s 42 St. Mary 1-11 WRESTLING BOYS ICE HOCKEY GIRLS BASKETBALL Southwick 6-6 Westfield 7-1 St. Mary’s 2, Drury 2 Westfield 6-5* Gateway 0-6 Southwick 0-2* Westfield Technical Academy 0-10 Gateway 1-0* St. Mary 6-3 GIRLS SWIMMING Southwick 6-5 Westfield 8-1 GIRLS ICE HOCKEY Gateway 6-2 Longmeadow-Westfield 2-2*

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Winter Sports Schedules

WESTFIELD WESTFIELD ST. MARY’S SOUTHWICK GATEWAY HIGH SCHOOL -TOLLAND HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL TECHNICAL ACADEMY -GRANVILLE

Fri., Jan. 25 Fri., Jan. 25 Fri., Jan. 25 Fri., Jan. 25 Fri., Jan. 25 BOYS/GIRLS SWIMMING @ JV BOYS HOOPS @ Pioneer Valley JV BOYS HOOPS @ McCann JV BOYS HOOPS @ Hampden Charter Christian Academy, 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. South Longmeadow, 4 p.m. Tech, 5 p.m. Hadley, 5:30 p.m. School of Science, 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Longmeadow, BOYS HOOPS @ Pioneer Valley BOYS HOOPS @ McCann BOYS HOOPS @ Hampden Charter Christian Academy, 7 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS INDOOR TRACK 5:30 p.m. Tech, 6:30 p.m. School of Science, 7 p.m. BOYS HOOPS vs. Longmeadow, vs. Greenfield, Smith College Mon., Jan. 28 Mon., Jan. 28 (Northampton), 6:45 p.m. Sat., Jan. 26 7 p.m. GIRLS HOOPS vs. St. Mary’s, 6 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. GIRLS HOOPS @ Westfield BOYS HOOPS vs. South WRESTLING @ King Bison Invitational, Shaker High School, 10 a.m. Longmeadow, Amelia Park Ice Arena, Tues., Jan. 29 Technical Academy, 6 p.m. Hadley, 7 p.m. 7 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Gateway, Tues., Jan. 29 Mon., Jan. 28 5:30 p.m. Sat., Jan. 26 BOYS HOOPS vs. Gateway, 7 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS SKIING – JV GIRLS HOOPS @ Smith Voke, Sat., Jan. 26 PVIAC Race #5, Berkshire East, WRESTLING @ TBD, 5 p.m. BOYS ICE HOCKEY @ Shrewsbury, Wed., Jan. 30 5 p.m. Time TBA GIRLS HOOPS @ Smith Voke, 6:30 p.m. North Star Youth Forum Ice Rink, 4 p.m. No Sports Scheduled GIRLS HOOPS vs. Monson, BOYS ICE HOCKEY @ Westfield Intermediate School Chicopee, Smead Arena, 2 p.m. Tues., Jan. 29 Mon., Jan. 28 Thurs., Jan. 31 (Southampton Road), 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. SKIING @ PVIAC Race #5, Berkshire JV GIRLS HOOPS @ East GIRLS HOOPS @ Hampden Charter TBD, Cyr Arena, 3 p.m. East, 5 p.m. Longmeadow, 5:30 p.m. School of Science, Dunbar Community Wed., Jan. 30 JV BOYS HOOPS @ Westfield Technical GIRLS HOOPS @ East Center, 6 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Franklin Academy, 5:30 p.m. Longmeadow, 7 p.m. Tech, South Middle School, Sun., Jan. 27 BOYS HOOPS @ Westfield Technical Fri., Feb. 1 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS ICE HOCKEY @ Academy, 7 p.m. Tues., Jan. 29 JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Duggan BOYS HOOPS vs. Franklin Chicopee, Fitzpatrick Ice Arena, Academy, 5:30 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS SKIING – PVIAC Race Tech, South Middle School, 10:45 a.m. Wed., Jan. 30 BOYS HOOPS vs. Duggan Academy, WRESTLING @ Pathfinder, 7 p.m. #5, Berkshire East, 5 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. Mon., Jan. 28 Thurs., Jan. 31 Thurs., Jan. 31 Wed., Jan. 30 Mon., Feb. 4 JV GIRLS HOOPS vs. Smith JV BOYS HOOPS @ Commerce, GIRLS HOOPS @ Pathfinder, BOYS/GIRLS SKIING – SKIING @ PVIAC Race #6, Berkshire 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. PVIAC Race #6, Berkshire East, Academy, 5:30 p.m. East, 5 p.m. BOYS HOOPS @ Commerce, 7 p.m. 5 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS @ JV GIRLS HOOPS vs. Commerce, BOYS ICE HOCKEY vs. West Tues., Feb. 5 GIRLS HOOPS vs. Smith Wahconah, Ladley Gymnasium, 5 p.m. GIRLS HOOPS vs. Commerce, 6:30 p.m. Springfield, Amelia Park Ice Arena, JV BOYS HOOPS @ St. Mary, Voke, Westfield Intermediate 6 p.m. Westfield Intermediate School, 5 p.m. 7 p.m. School (Southampton Road), GIRLS HOOPS vs. Smith BOYS HOOPS @ St. Mary, Westfield 5:30 p.m. Fri., Feb. 1 WRESTLING @ Longmeadow, 7 p.m. Intermediate School, 6:30 p.m. Academy, 7 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Pioneer Valley Fri., Feb. 1 BOYS HOOPS @ Wahconah, Christian Academy, 5:30 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 31 Wed., Feb. 6 BOYS HOOPS vs. Franklin Ladley Gymnasium, 7:30 p.m. BOYS HOOPS vs. Pioneer Valley BOYS/GIRLS SKIING – PVIAC Race No Sports Scheduled Tech, Westfield Intermediate Christian Academy, 7 p.m. #6, Berkshire East, 5 p.m. School (Southampton Road), Tues., Jan. 29 JV GIRLS HOOPS @ Minnechaug, Thurs., Feb. 7 7 p.m. SKIING @ PVIAC Race #5, Sat., Feb. 2 5:30 p.m. GIRLS HOOPS vs. Smith Voke, 6 p.m. WRESTLING @ Southwick Duals, 9 a.m. GIRLS HOOPS @ Minnechaug, Berkshire East, 5 p.m. Fri., Feb. 8 Mon., Feb. 4 7 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. JV BOYS HOOPS @ Ludlow, Mon., Feb. 4 JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Franklin Tech, 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Mohawk, Westfield Intermediate JV GIRLS HOOPS @ Franklin Tech, Fri., Feb. 1 BOYS HOOPS vs. Franklin Tech, School (Southampton Road), 5 BOYS HOOPS @ Ludlow, 5:30 p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS @ Chicopee, 5:30 7 p.m. p.m. 7 p.m. GIRLS HOOPS @ Franklin Tech, 7 p.m. p.m. GIRLS HOOPS @ Pioneer BOYS/GIRLS INDOOR TRACK & Mon., Feb. 11 Valley Christian Academy, 6 Wed., Jan. 30 Tues., Feb. 5 FIELD vs. Holyoke, Smith College GIRLS HOOPS vs. Sci-Tech, 6 p.m. p.m. JV BOYS HOOPS vs. Pathfinder, 5 p.m. BOYS HOOPS vs. Mohawk, WRESTLING vs. Hampden SKIING @ PVIAC Race #7, Berkshire (Northampton), 6:45 p.m. Charter School of Science, 7 p.m. BOYS HOOPS @ Chicopee, 7 p.m. Tues., Feb. 12 Westfield Intermediate School East, 5 p.m. No Sports Scheduled (Southampton Road), 6:30 p.m. BOYS HOOPS vs. Pathfinder, 6:30 p.m.

WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY SCHEDULE

Swimming DARTMOUTH 5:35 England Division III Finals (M) MIT – Sat Jan. 26 RHODE Indoor Track Cambridge, Mass. ISLAND COLLEGE 1:00 Saturday Feb. 9 Dave Swimming Ice Hockey Hemery Invitational Sat Feb. 23 New England Sat Jan. 26 at Plymouth Boston University- Championships at MIT State 6:00 Boston, Mass. Ice Hockey Men’s Basketball Men’s Basketball Sat Feb. 23 MASCAC Sat Jan. 26 at Wed Feb. 13 at Quarterfinals TBD MCLA 12:00 Fitchburg State 5:30 Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Sat Feb. 23 Sat Jan. 26 at Wed Feb. 13 at MASCAC Championship TBA MCLA 2:00 Fitchburg State 7:30 Women’s Basketball Indoor Track Ice Hockey Sat Feb. 23 Saturday Jan. 26 Thur Feb. 14 MASCAC Championship TBA Massasoit Classic WORCESTER STATE 7:35 Swimming Springfield College- Indoor Track Sun Feb. 24 New England Springfield, Mass. Saturday Feb. 16 Championships at MIT Ice Hockey MASCAC/Alliance Championships Ice Hockey Thur Jan. 31 at Salem Plymouth State- Tues Feb. 26 MASCAC State 7:00 Plymouth, NH Semifinals TBD Indoor Track Fri.-Sat. Feb 1-2 Ice Hockey Indoor Track NEICAAA Championship Reggie Lewis Sat Feb. 16 at Saturday Mar. 2 Last Center- Boston, Mass. Fitchburg State 4:00 Chance Qualifying Meet TBD Indoor Track Men’s Basketball Ice Hockey Saturday Feb. 2 Sat Feb. 16 Sat Mar. 2 MASCAC Wesleyan University Invitational WORCESTER STATE 12:00 Championship TBD Wesleyan University- Middletown, Conn. Women’s Basketball Indoor Track Swimming Sat Feb. 16 Fri.-Sat. Mar. 8-9 NCAA Sat Feb. 2 at Western WORCESTER STATE 2:00 Division III Championships Reggie Lewis Connecticut 12:00 Ice Hockey Tue Feb. 19 PLYMOUTH Men’s Basketball STATE 7:35 Sat Feb. 2 Men’s Basketball LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL BRIDGEWATER STATE 12:00 Tues Feb. 19 - Girls’ Ice Hockey Women’s Basketball MASCAC Quarterfinals TBA Fri., Jan. 25 Sat Feb. 2 Women’s Basketball GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) @ Auburn, College BRIDGEWATER STATE 2:00 Tues Feb. 19 of the Holy Cross Ice Skating Rink, 5 p.m. Men’s Basketball Wed Feb. 6 MASCAC Quarterfinals TBA FRAMINGHAM STATE 5:30 Swimming Sat., Jan. 26 Women’s Basketball Thu Feb. 21 New England GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) vs. Algonquin, Wed Feb. 6 Championships at MIT Olympia (West Springfield), 1:20 p.m. FRAMINGHAM STATE 7:30 Men’s Basketball Sat., Feb. 2 Ice Hockey Thur Feb. 21 GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) vs. Shrewsbury, Thur Feb. 7 MASCAC Semifinals TBA Olympia (West Springfield), 1:20 p.m. FRAMINGHAM STATE 7:35 Women’s Basketball Swimming Thur Feb. 21 Fri., Feb. 8 Sat Feb. 9 LEC MASCAC Semifinals TBA GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) @ Suffield, Enfield Championships 12:00 Swimming Twin Rinks, 9:20 p.m. Men’s Basketball Fri Feb. 22 New England Sat Feb. 9 at Salem Championships at MIT Sat., Feb. 9 GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) vs. Marblehead, State 1:00 Indoor Track Olympia (West Springfield), 3:50 p.m. Women’s Basketball Fri.-Sat. Feb. 22-23 New Sat Feb. 9 at England Division III Finals (W) Bowdoin Fri., Feb. 15 Salem State 3:00 College- Brunswick, ME GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (WHS Co-Op) @ East Catholic, Ice Hockey Indoor Track Newington Arena, 8:30 p.m. Sat Feb. 9 UMASS Fri.-Sat. Feb. 22-23 New

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N AtioNAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Curry scores 38, Warriors beat EASTERN CONFERENCE W L Pct GB L10 Str Home Away Conf Wizards for 9th straight win By STEPHEN WHYNO left cut Washington’s deficit to two at 108- Milwaukee 34 12 .739 — 8-2 W-5 21-4 13-8 22-7 Associated Press 106, and Sam Dekker missed a lay-in on the Toronto 36 14 .720 — 8-2 L-1 21-4 15-10 22-9 WASHINGTON (AP) — Stephen Curry next possession that would have tied it. and the Golden State Warriors saw a weak- Shaun Livingston hit two free throws the Indiana 32 15 .681 2½ 7-3 W-3 18-6 14-9 24-8 ness and changed their style to exploit it. next time down the floor for Golden State, Philadelphia 32 17 .653 3½ 7-3 W-2 21-5 11-12 20-13 When the Washington Wizards took the and dunks by Alfonzo McKinnie and Kevon 3-point line away, Curry and the Warriors Looney pushed the lead back up to eight. The Boston 30 18 .625 5 7-3 W-5 19-5 11-13 21-10 pounded the ball inside on the way to a 126- Warriors pulled away when Curry re-entered 118 victory Thursday night that extended the game and haven’t lost since Jan. 3. Brooklyn 26 23 .531 9½ 8-2 W-5 14-11 12-12 18-12 their winning streak to a season-high nine “Every win in the NBA is tough and it’s Charlotte 23 24 .489 11½ 5-5 W-1 16-8 7-16 17-13 games. Curry scored 38 points at the fore- hard to win in the NBA, so no one’s taking it front of Golden State’s drive-the-paint strat- for granted,” Durant said. “But we are striv- Miami 22 24 .478 12 4-6 L-2 11-13 11-11 12-17 egy, making just two of his eight 3-point ing for perfection every night, and I think Detroit 21 26 .447 13½ 4-6 W-1 13-11 8-15 14-17 attempts and going 12 of 16 inside the arc. tonight was a step in the right direction.” “Got to take what the defense gives you,” TIP-INS Washington 20 27 .426 14½ 6-4 L-1 15-9 5-18 13-17 Curry said. “I think for the most part we Warriors: Curry surpassed 30 points for the Orlando 20 28 .417 15 3-7 L-1 12-13 8-15 14-14 moved the ball early and got everybody 19th time this season. ... Green grabbed a established. And then the lane starts to open season-high 15 rebounds. ... One game after Atlanta 15 32 .319 19½ 4-6 W-1 8-13 7-19 11-23 up, and you’ve got to take advantage of it tying an NBA record by making his first 10 some nights.” 3-point attempts, Klay Thompson was 1 of 4 Chicago 11 37 .229 24 1-9 L-1 5-18 6-19 8-20 The two-time defending NBA champions on 3s. ... F Jonas Jerebko did not fly with the New York 10 36 .217 24 1-9 L-7 4-16 6-20 6-25 put up 70 points in the paint after shooting 1 team because his wife was due to give birth. of 6 from the outside in the first quarter. Wizards: G Tomas Satoransky tied a sea- Cleveland 9 40 .184 26½ 1-9 L-5 5-18 4-22 7-24 Center DeMarcus Cousins had 17 points in son-high with 20 points. ... F Otto Porter Jr. WESTERN CONFERENCE 24 minutes in his third game with the Warriors came off the bench for the 10th consecutive since missing almost a full year with a rup- game, was 0 of 7 on 3-point attempts and W L Pct GB L10 Str Home Away Conf tured left Achilles tendon. Cousins was a finished with seven points. ... Beal shot 1 of matchup nightmare in the post against 9 on 3s. Golden State 34 14 .708 — 9-1 W-9 18-6 16-8 21-10 Washington, which went with a small lineup OBAMA MEETING for most of the night. Denver 31 15 .674 2 6-4 L-1 20-4 11-11 18-10 Even though a photo of the Warriors visit- “It’s not something we’ve really practiced ing with former President Barack Obama Oklahoma City 30 18 .625 4 5-5 W-4 16-7 14-11 18-14 a lot, so we kind of just threw it out there and tried to do it on the fly,” Cousins said of came out on social media, players and coach Portland 30 20 .600 5 7-3 W-1 20-7 10-13 17-17 going inside so much. “We were successful Steve Kerr were reluctant to talk about it. Houston 27 20 .574 6½ 5-5 W-1 17-7 10-13 17-12 in some moments and then we kind of got on Curry said he had no idea where the idea top of each other and it got a little sloppy. I’m came from, Durant called it amazing and San Antonio 27 22 .551 7½ 5-5 L-2 18-7 9-15 20-15 sure that’s something we’ll work on going Green called it a “good private team meet- Utah 27 22 .551 7½ 8-2 W-1 14-9 13-13 15-13 forward.” ing.” Kevin Durant, who’s from nearby Suitland, WARRIORS ALL-STARS L.A. Clippers 26 22 .542 8 4-6 W-1 14-10 12-12 18-16 Maryland, scored 21 points. Curry and Durant were named All-Star Trevor Ariza led the Wizards with a sea- starters, but Kerr doesn’t expect Golden State L.A. Lakers 25 24 .510 9½ 4-6 L-3 15-11 10-13 17-17 son-high 27 points and Bradley Beal had 22 to have four representatives this year, namely Minnesota 24 24 .500 10 7-3 W-3 16-8 8-16 14-17 points as their two-game winning streak because Green and Thompson haven’t been came to an end. playing at their recent levels consistently Sacramento 24 24 .500 10 5-5 L-2 14-10 10-14 13-18 “I think we’re turning a corner,” Beal said. enough to make it. And the Warriors weren’t New Orleans 22 27 .449 12½ 5-5 L-2 15-7 7-20 13-17 “We’re still not there yet. We still have to dig this dominant in previous months. ourselves out of this hole that we’re in. “I don’t think it’s been that kind of a sea- Dallas 21 26 .447 12½ 3-7 W-1 17-6 4-20 13-19 There’s only a short amount of time to do it, son,” Kerr said. “It’s been rocky at least until but we have a great opportunity in front of the last few weeks.” Memphis 19 29 .396 15 1-9 L-7 11-12 8-17 13-16 us.” UP NEXT Phoenix 11 39 .220 24 2-8 L-6 7-19 4-20 7-23 After the Warriors led by 12 after three Warriors: Look for their 10th consecu- quarters, the Wizards went on an 11-2 run to tive victory at old nemesis Kyrie Irving Wednesday’s Games Toronto at Houston, 8 p.m. get back into the game. With Curry, Durant and the Boston Celtics on Saturday. and Draymond Green on the bench, a 3-point- Wizards: Begin a three-game road trip Indiana 110, Toronto 106 Charlotte at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. er by little-used Chasson Randle with 7:46 Friday at the Orlando Magic. Boston 123, Cleveland 103 Detroit at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Brooklyn 114, Orlando 110 Minnesota at Utah, 9 p.m. Houston 114, New York 110 Phoenix at Denver, 9 p.m. L.A. Clippers 111, Miami 99 Saturday’s Games Atlanta 121, Chicago 101 San Antonio at New Orleans, 6 p.m. Charlotte 118, Memphis 107 Indiana at Memphis, 8 p.m. Detroit 98, New Orleans 94 Golden State at Boston, 8:30 p.m. Philadelphia 122, San Antonio 120 Philadelphia at Denver, 9 p.m. Utah 114, Denver 108 Atlanta at Portland, 10 p.m. Thursday’s Games Sunday’s Games Golden State 126, Washington 118 Cleveland at Chicago, 3:30 p.m. Oklahoma City 122, New Orleans 116 Sacramento at L.A. Clippers, Portland 120, Phoenix 106 3:30 p.m. Minnesota 120, L.A. Lakers 105 Milwaukee at Oklahoma City, 6 p.m. Friday’s Games Orlando at Houston, 7 p.m. Washington at Orlando, 7 p.m. Toronto at Dallas, 7 p.m. Miami at Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. Utah at Minnesota, 7 p.m. New York at Brooklyn, 7:30 p.m. Washington at San Antonio, 7 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Chicago, 8 p.m. Miami at New York, 7:30 p.m. Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry gestures during the second half of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, in Sacramento at Memphis, 8 p.m. Phoenix at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m. Washington. The Warriors won 126-118. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

National Hockey League NHL Conference Glance EASTERN CONFERENCE WESTERN CONFERENCE

GP W L OT Pts GF GA GP W L OT Pts GF GA Tampa Bay 49 37 10 2 76 199 140 Calgary 51 33 13 5 71 190 145 N.Y. Islanders 49 29 15 5 63 147 122 San Jose 52 29 16 7 65 187 167 Toronto 49 30 17 2 62 174 140 Winnipeg 48 31 15 2 64 167 134 Montreal 51 28 18 5 61 154 149 Nashville 52 30 18 4 64 161 135 Washington 50 27 17 6 60 171 162 Vegas 52 29 19 4 62 157 140 Columbus 48 28 17 3 59 154 146 Minnesota 50 26 21 3 55 142 142 Boston 49 27 17 5 59 143 128 Dallas 49 24 21 4 52 126 128 Pittsburgh 48 26 16 6 58 169 146 Buffalo 48 24 18 6 54 140 144 Colorado 50 22 20 8 52 169 162 Carolina 50 24 20 6 54 140 149 Vancouver 51 23 22 6 52 147 161 N.Y. Rangers 48 21 20 7 49 139 164 Anaheim 51 21 21 9 51 120 153 Florida 48 20 20 8 48 152 170 Arizona 50 23 23 4 50 132 142 Detroit 51 19 25 7 45 145 172 St. Louis 49 22 22 5 49 139 149 Philadelphia 48 19 23 6 44 139 169 Edmonton 50 23 24 3 49 144 163 New Jersey 48 18 23 7 43 140 164 Chicago 51 18 24 9 45 156 190 Ottawa 50 19 26 5 43 156 187 Los Angeles 50 20 26 4 44 114 150

* Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Top three teams in each division and two wild cards per conference advance to playoffs.

Wednesday’s Games Metropolitan All-Stars vs Atlantic All-Stars: Metropolitan vs. Atlantic at San Montreal 2, Arizona 1 Thursday’s Games No games scheduled Jose, Calif., 9:15 p.m. Toronto 6, Washington 3 Friday’s Games No games scheduled All-Star Game Final: TBD vs. TBD at San Jose, Calif., 10:15 p.m. Minnesota 5, Colorado 2 Nashville 2, Vegas 1 Saturday’s Games Sunday’s Games No games scheduled St. Louis 5, Anaheim 1 Central All-Stars vs Pacific All-Stars: Central vs. Pacific at San Jose, Calif., Carolina 5, Vancouver 2 8:15 p.m. PAGE 12 - FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS

TV Sports Listings Dear Friday, Jan. 25 skate program, Belarus COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 8 p.m. 6:30 p.m. NBC — U.S. Championships: ladies free skate, Annie CBSSN — Buffalo at Kent State Detroit, Mich. By ANNIE LANE FS1 — Michigan at Indiana GOLF 7 p.m. 3 p.m. ESPNU — Rider at Iona GOLF — PGA Tour Golf: Farmers Insurance Dealing With the Ex 8:30 p.m. Open, second round, La Jolla, Calif. FS1 — Butler at Creighton 3:30 a.m. (Saturday) When a Kid Is Involved COLLEGE GYMNASTICS (WOMEN’S) GOLF — European Tour Golf: Omega Dubai Dear Annie: There is an issue that has been going on for quite 6 p.m. Desert Classic, third round, Dubai some time now, and I don’t know what to do. I have a child who is 2, and his father treats me as if I were the biggest piece of SEC — Kentucky at Florida HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL garbage. So we split up. The good news is that I have a fiance 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. who treats me and my son like gold. The problem is that I don’t SEC — Georgia at Auburn ESPN2 — Sunrise Christian Academy (Kan.) at speak to the father of my child because of the way he treats me and because my fiance has an issue with it. My ex’s mother has 9 p.m. University School (Fla.) my son, and I am currently fighting for custody. Should I be SEC — LSU at Alabama NBA BASKETBALL speaking to only her about my child, or should I be speaking to COLLEGE HOCKEY (MEN’S) 8 p.m. the father, as well? Please help me out with this. -- Confused Mom 8:30 p.m. ESPN — Toronto at Houston Dear Confused Mom: Congratulations on finding someone CBSSN — St. Cloud at North Dakota NHL HOCKEY who treats you and your son like gold. What a blessing. Still, your COLLEGE WRESTLING 9 p.m. ex-husband is your son’s father. Assuming there is no physical threat or danger, try to be as civil to your ex as possible. He gave 7 p.m. NBCSN — NHL All-Star Skills Competition: From you the gift of a beautiful child. If your fiance has a problem with BTN — Michigan at Ohio State San Jose, Calif. that, just explain to him that your son and his well-being come 9 p.m. SOCCER first and that being polite to his father will help you and your fiance get closer to your son. BTN — Iowa at Illinois 2:20 p.m. Dear Annie: We have a close friend who always blows her FIGURE SKATING FS2 — Bundesliga: Schalke vs. Hertha Berlin nose vehemently at the dinner table at least several times while 2 p.m. TENNIS we are eating. Is this appropriate dinner behavior, or should we NBCSN — European Championships: rhythm 3:30 a.m. (Saturday) ask her nicely to excuse herself when she needs to clean her sinuses? dance competition, Belarus ESPN — Australian Open: Women’s We really need your advice, as other guests are also repulsed. 4 p.m. Championship -- Handkerchief Mary NBCSN — U.S. Championships: rhythm dance X GAMES Dear Handkerchief Mary: First off, I’m assuming your din- ner guest has her own handkerchief, because if she doesn’t and is competition, Detroit, Mich. 10 p.m. using a napkin that was designed to lightly wipe one’s mouth on 6 p.m. ESPN2 — Day 2: men’s snowboarding, Aspen, her nose, you have even bigger problems. Assuming she has her NBCSN — European Championships: ladies free Colo. own handkerchief or tissues, it is truly not too much to ask that she excuse herself for a moment to blow her nose in the bath- room. Any bodily functions should be performed away from the dinner table. That most definitely includes blowing your nose or even discussing it. Pull your friend aside and tell her that you realize she may have some sinus issues but you’d appreciate it if she could refrain from blowing her nose at the table. Let her On The Tube know that this rule applies to all guests and not just her. It’s not only more polite but also more sanitary for all parties involved. Dear Annie: This is in response to “Shortchanged,” the woman annoyed by one roommate shortchanging her when pay- APNewsBreak: Iranian TV anchor says US jailed her as warning ing a share of the utility bills. She should report to her roommates By MICHAEL BALSAMO Donald Trump’s withdrawal from a Hashemi appeared before a judge an amount that is rounded up on even-numbered months and Associated Press nuclear deal and criticism against Iran four times and was questioned by pros- rounded down on odd-numbered months. That way, people WASHINGTON (AP) — A promi- over its arrests of dual citizens and other ecutors before the grand jury on three wouldn’t have to type the pennies, and it should average out over nent American-born anchorwoman for time. -- Adam J. people with Western ties. Iranian offi- occasions, according to court docu- Dear Adam: Wish I’d thought of this handy, simple and dra- Iran’s state television says she believes cials decried her arrest as part of what ments. She said prosecutors appeared to ma-free solution for “Shortchanged” in the first place. Thanks for the U.S. government jailed her because they called the “apartheid and racist only have “circumstantial” evidence in writing. of her work as journalist and her beliefs, policy” of the Trump administration. the case and did not have “anything of Dear Annie: This is in response to “Bummed-Out Bibliophile,” and as a warning to her to “watch your Hashemi, 59, who works for the Press any concrete importance.” whose shelves are full of unread books. Another option for this step.” TV network’s English-language ser- At the Washington jail, Hashemi said person is to make a list of the books, donate them to the local Marzieh Hashemi spoke to The vice, is a U.S. citizen and was born she was forced to remove her hijab, library and check them out as needed. That way, the public library Associated Press on Thursday, a day Melanie Franklin. She lives in Tehran despite objecting because of her reli- would be helped, and others could also enjoy the books. Our after being released from custody. She and returns to the United States about gious beliefs. She was offered a white public libraries are a treasure. Sharing is caring! -- Rhea L. in was not charged with a crime but was once a year to see her family and work T-shirt to put on her head. As she was Illinois detained for 10 days as a material wit- on documentaries. led down a hallway in a facility that Dear Rhea: Indeed it is. What a brilliant and practical sugges- ness in a grand jury investigation in In the interview, Hashemi gave her houses both male and female inmates, tion. Thanks for writing. Washington. Details of the investigation first detailed account yet of her arrest. she was told by officers that she could are under seal, and Hashemi said she She was waiting to board a plane with not wear the shirt to cover her head and could not provide details. But she said it her son in St. Louis, Missouri, on Jan. could only wear it once she arrived at is not related to terrorism and has to do 13 after filming a Black Lives Matter her cell, she said. For several days, her with her job and the fact that she lives in documentary when she heard her name religious dietary restrictions were also HINTS FROM HELOISE Iran. called. Hashemi went to the gate and not met, she said. A HINT WORTH ITS SALT Hashemi said her arrest was unneces- was told she had been selected for pre- A spokeswoman for the District of Dear Heloise: What’s the difference between sary because she would have voluntari- boarding, she said. As she was walking Columbia Department of Corrections sea salt and table salt? -- Helen T., The Villages, ly appeared for questioning and would down a jet bridge with her son, she was didn’t immediately respond to a request have complied with a federal subpoena. stopped by two FBI agents who her she for comment. Fla. “I’m not sure what the meaning of had to come with them, she told the AP. Three of Hashemi’s children were Helen, sea salt (surprise!) comes from evapo- ‘Make America Great Again’ is, but if it She said an agent told her, “You’re also subpoenaed to the grand jury, rated seawater (ocean water), and it’s left in its means just basically taking away human under arrest in connection with some though only one was compelled to pro- natural, coarse shape and color, which can be rights more and more every day, that investigation.’” vide testimony. Prosecutors also threat- white, pink, gray, green or even black. Trace doesn’t seem to be a very great America Hashemi was brought to a hotel in St. ened to charge Hashemi if she did not amounts of other minerals can be in sea salt. to me,” she said, in a reference to Louis and held overnight before being cooperate with their investigation, she Table salt comes from underground mines, and it is processed President Donald Trump’s campaign flown to Washington. When she arrived said. to remove minerals. Iodine may be added to table salt, which aids slogan. at an FBI facility there, she was finger- “This is not the United States that we in thyroid health. Responding to a request for com- printed and forced to provide a DNA want. This is not what we believe in,” Sea salt and table salt are basically the same nutritionally, ment, the Justice Department noted that sample, she said. she said. federal law allows judges to order wit- The next day, she appeared before a She also decried the federal material though sea salt is sometimes advertised as a healthier alternative. nesses to be detained if the government judge and was told she was being held witness statute and will participate in a Regardless of the type of salt you choose, less is more. The can “demonstrate probable cause to as a material witness. Prosecutors demonstration Friday protesting what Food and Drug Administration (www.fda.gov) says to limit your believe that the witness can provide argued they needed to take the drastic opponents see as an arcane and unfair salt intake to fewer than 2,300 milligrams per day, and for some material evidence, and that it will be measure because Hashemi was a flight law. people, even less. Check with your doctor. A Heloise hug to all my impracticable to secure the witness’s risk, she said. A 2012 report by the Justice friends in The Villages! -- Heloise attendance at the proceedings by means “I said, ‘I’m not running away from Department’s inspector general identi- THIS HAS GOT ‘SOLE’ of a subpoena.” anything because I haven’t done any- fied 112 cases in which material wit- Dear Heloise: With a fuzzy and sticky iron sole plate after a The Justice Department had previ- thing,’” Hashemi recalled. “You had no nesses were detained from 2000 until too-high temperature mistake, something had to be done. I was ously released two unsealed court basis to say I was a flight risk.” 2012. In those cases, the median period inspired to try a melamine foam cleaning sponge. orders. One confirmed that she was a Hashemi said she believes she was of time the witnesses were detained was material witness and the second con- detained “because of my belief system, 26 days. With only a few minutes of scrubbing, I was thrilled with the firmed she had been released. because of who I am.” “If we allow it, if we turn a blind eye results. Even months-old junk came off. One caution: Make sure Arrests of material witnesses occur “I am a firm believer in truth and to it, believe me, it will come back to the iron is cool first! -- Rojeana E., Denver, Pa. infrequently, but the length of Hashemi’s speaking out the truth. I believe in add- haunt us, and I don’t think most SICK CAT? detention wasn’t unusual for a material ing a voice to the voiceless, and there Americans want the country to go in Dear Heloise: I read you daily and thought I’d write in. Cats will witness. are times that this, of course, will con- that direction,” she said. often hide when they are not feeling well. -- John L., San Dimas, The case comes at a time of height- tradict the policies of the powers that Calif. ened U.S.-Iran tensions over President be. That’s a big part of it,” she said.

Marzieh Hashemi, a prom- inent American- born television anchorwoman for Iran’s state television, who was detained for 10 days as mate- rial witness in a grand jury inves- tigation, speaks during a inter- view with the Associated Press in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 - PAGE 13

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ARIES (March 20-April 19) HHHH Do not lose your energy or focus. You make headway with ease and might clear out what has been a tedious issue. In fact, there is a strong possibility you will succeed in making a SCARY GARY Mark Buford serious impression. Even in your wildest dreams, you could not imagine that kind of success. Tonight: Enjoy yourself. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH Your instinct to play it light and easy could save you from an intense confrontation. Remain sensitive and caring with a loved one who might be causing you to jump through hoops to achieve your long-term goals. Tonight: TGIF, so let the fun begin. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH You express yourself in an imagina- Crosswords tive, unique manner. At the same time, you entice a loved one to come closer. You have so much DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni energy that others cannot stay away, yet they also can’t catch up with you. They want to join in the fun. Tonight: Christen the weekend in style. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH You could feel pressured by what is happening around you. You might feel out of sorts because a certain loved one isn’t sharing more of him- or herself. You need to accept this person’s mood without taking it personally. The issue prob- ably isn’t you! Tonight: Dancing the weekend in. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Your energy draws others toward you. You seem to have only good words for the moment and the people around you. Others sense your positive attitude and seek you out. You could B.C. Mastroianni and Hart easily warm the cockles of many hearts. Try to be discriminating and open in order to avoid hurting someone. Tonight: Wherever you are, the party breaks out. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH In the morning, you seem to feel more relaxed than you have for a while. Pressure could build to a high level if you are not careful, though. Curb wild spending as an outlet. You might be tempted, so deal with your stress effectively. Do fit in some exercise without buying a new member- ship to a different gym! Tonight: Indulge a little. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH You feel unusually attractive and ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie dynamic, and others respond to you accordingly. Do not sit on negative feelings or you could expe- rience a backfire. You might even lose your tem- per out of the blue. Remember to seek out both sides of a disagreement. Stay open, and everything will work out. Tonight: Make the most of the night. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH Know when to take a back seat. You could feel a lot better if you do not get involved in others’ issues. You might not be welcomed in this arena anyway. Many of your thoughts are valid, but they might be best kept to yourself for now. Others do not want to share their problems at pres- ent. Tonight: Play it low-key. ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Spontaneity comes into play. Friends seem to invigorate you and encourage you to be more adventurous. Be aware that a negative com- ment could put a pin in your balloon. Detach rather than react. Tonight: Let the fun begin. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH You could be out of sorts as you get past a problem that has been holding you back. Once you open up and discuss what is ailing you, the issue evaporates. Stay more in contact with your basic needs. In general, your choices for yourself Cryptoquip are great. Tonight: In the spotlight. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Greet good news with a smile and a ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe sense of excitement. You do not know what could be just around the corner, heading in your direc- tion. You find a friendship unusually supportive when you hit a difficult situation. Tonight: You have reason to celebrate. Put on your dancing shoes. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Success stems from your willingness to have a one-on-one conversation with a key person in your life. Do not push the other party. Let this person discover his or her own rhythm. A friend expresses thoughts, and you might not like what you hear. Work on being diplomatic. Tonight: Dinner out at a favorite restaurant. PAGE 14 - FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS

In this Jan. 20, 2019, file Legal Notices Legal Notices photo, Los January 25, 2019 Angeles Rams’ January 25, 2019 Jared Goff Town of Southwick February 1, 2019 takes the field Conservation Commission before the leGAl AdVeRtisement NFL football The Southwick Conservation foR RfP NFC champi- Commission will hold a public hearing under the Massachu- The City of Westfield, Mas- onship game setts Wetland Protection Act sachusetts, is offering de- against the G.L.C. 131 § 40 and the South- velopers or individuals a unique wick Conservation Commission opportunity to purchase up to 3 New Orleans Acres of publicly owned parcel Saints in New Regulations & Bylaw Chapter 182 and Chapter 450 for a Re- located at 99 Turnpike Industrial Orleans. Goff quest for Determination. The Park Road, to be privately was 7 years old project location is 31 South owned. Specifications may be when Tom Loomis Street, Southwick, MA received at, and proposals are to 01077. be sent to the Purchasing Direct- Brady won his or’s office, 59 Court Street, first Super The owner is proposing garage Westfield, MA 01085, Proposals Bowl in early construction with a portion with- must be clearly marked on the 2002. The in the buffer zone. The Hearing outside of envelope: “Purchase Rams quarter- will be held February 4th, 2019 of Up to 3 Acres on turnpike at Southwick Town Hall, 454 industrial Park Road – febru- back has College Highway in the 2nd floor ary 15, 2019 @ 11:00 am. No looked up to Land Use Hearing Room (rear proposals will be accepted after his fellow Bay entrance). The Conservation the above stated date and hour. meeting starts at 7:00 PM. For The City of Westfield reserves Area native the right to accept or reject any ever since, and further information please con- tact the Commission office at or all proposals if it appears to now they’re (431) 569-6907 between the be in the public interest to do so. meeting in the hours of 10 to 2 Monday through The City of Westfield is an af- Friday. firmative action/equal opportun- Super Bowl. ity employer (M/F/H) which en- (AP Photo/John Christopher Pratt, courages utilization of minority Bazemore, File) Chair for the Commission and women owned enterprises. Tammy Tefft Purchasing Director January 25, 2019 Notice is hereby given that a Community Outreach Meeting Auto For Sale for a proposed Marijuana Estab- lishment is scheduled for: timothY's AUto sAles. Stop by and see us! We might february 6, 2019 at 6:00pm at have exactly what you're look- Goff, 17 years Brady’s junior, ing for, if not, let us find it for the westfield Athenaeum, in the whitney study. you! Bartlett Street, Westfield. (413)568-2261. specializing in The proposed Adult Marijuana vehicles under $4,000. cultivation, processing and retail on equal ground at Super Bowl location is anticipated to be co- Help Wanted located within the Heka Inc. Medical Marijuana Dispensary By GREG BEACHAM after Goff led the Rams to 24 wins and It wasn’t his best performance of the (RMD) at 98 Sgt. TM Dion Way, Associated Press two playoff victories over the past two season, but it was probably the most Westfield Massachusetts 01085. General laborer wanted THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — years, the Rams already think he’s there. satisfying. There will be an opportunity for Jared Goff was 7 years old when Tom “We’re very confident in his ability to Goff went 25 of 40 for 297 yards with the public to ask questions. GREEN MEADOW LUMBER Brady beat the Rams to win his first lead us, knowing that it’s a big game,” one touchdown and one interception Mark A. Dupuis Call for interview: Super Bowl in early 2002. The kid has Rams coach Sean McVay said. “I think against the Saints. More importantly, he President/CEO 413-568-0056 been a fan of the superstar ever since. Jared will be himself, which is exactly calmly rallied the Rams from an early Heka Incorporated Goff is now 24, the same age as Brady what we want him to be.” 13-point deficit, and he made enough was then. When Brady plays in his ninth Goff and Brady are from different big plays down the stretch to keep the Super Bowl next weekend in Atlanta for generations, but the quarterbacks have a Rams in contention in that topsy-turvy the New England Patriots, Goff will be few things in common. game. If you would like to run a on the other sideline for Los Angeles, They’re both from the Bay Area, with “What stood out was the way that he Birthday Announcement in neither star-struck nor cocky. Brady growing up on the Peninsula and was able to weather the storm,” McVay The Westfield News contact Their 17-year age gap is the biggest Goff in Marin County. Neither was a said. “The mental toughness was dis- between starting quarterbacks in Super can’t-miss NFL prospect heading into played by the team as a whole, and Jared us at: 413-562-4181 Bowl history. Yet the passing years college, but neither let it stop him. kind of personified that with the way apparently mean little to Brady, and Already the winningest quarterback in that he handled the game, his overall they’re just as unimportant to Goff, who NFL history, Brady will play in his 40th command, making big throws when we sees no advantage in his youth and no playoff game in Atlanta. Goff is playing needed it the most. ... Jared (showed) his disadvantage in his inexperience. in his fourth, but he is riding the momen- ability to be at his best when his best was “It’s a guy that you’ve looked up to for tum of his first two career postseason required. The competitive greatness so long,” Goff said Thursday. “Now I get victories in the past two games. showed up in a big way.” a chance to play in one with him. We do Goff didn’t have many plays on his Goff and Brady have only faced each respect him, but I’m going to go out shoulders two weeks ago when the other once before. In December 2016, there and do my best and be the best I Rams’ ground game ran over the Dallas Brady became the NFL’s career victories can be, and hopefully come out with a Cowboys. He played a larger role in the leader in a 26-10 victory at New England, win.” Rams’ wild victory over the Saints, and while Goff threw two interceptions in Both quarterbacks will be under a he emerged with the renewed respect of his third career start. relentless spotlight in the next week. his coaches and teammates. Goff met Brady for the first time at Brady lives his life under that glare, Goff clearly has the arm and the abil- that game. They’re friendly, but not yet while Goff is still getting used to it after ity to succeed in McVay’s offense. In close. just three years of being a No. 1 overall New Orleans last weekend, he demon- When asked if it feels surreal to be pick who stumbled early, but grew strated his ability to do more. heading toward a Super Bowl show- quickly into a successful quarterback. “It’s big, I think, anytime you can go down with the mighty Patriots and a Goff doesn’t admit to seeing this into an atmosphere like that, go down 13 quarterback who has been winning Super Bowl as a chance to step into (points) early, and then show the poise championships for his entire life, Goff Brady’s echelon as one of the league’s and perseverance and get through adver- stifled a grin. elite passers, even if that’s what much of sity the way we did and be able to come “No,” he replied. “I’ve played these the football world is telling him. But out on top late in the game,” Goff said. guys before.”

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