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VOL.Noble 86 NO. 151 ICU TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 School Dept. 75 cents averages one stresses zero patient daily, increase to city says Bryant By Peter Currier in budget review Correspondent By Amy Porter WESTFIELD- The Massachusetts Correspondent Department of Public Health (DPH) host- WESTFIELD – In presenting the School Department’s ed a public hearing about the proposed budget in day two of the budget hearings, Superintendent closure of the Baystate Noble Hospital Stefan Czaporowski led off by saying there is no increase to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Pediatric the city in the school budget of $63.1 million which also rep- Care Unit (PCU) Wednesday afternoon at resents a reduction of $300,000 in city health insurance ben- Westfield Middle School. efits for school employees. He said this feat was due to an During the meeting, Baystate Noble increase of $2.1 million in local aid from the state this year. Hospital President Ron Bryant detailed the “For the first time, we’re seeing the state start to fund those hospital’s plan and reasoning for closing unfunded mandates,” Czaporowski said, adding that the state the two units. Bryant said that the beds is looking to put $1 billion into education over the next seven would be designated as medical surgical years, and is recognizing how education is changing, and its beds after the closure. skyrocketing costs. “For the past several years, the most He said $1.4 million of the anticipated increase of $1.9 mil- critically ill patients at Baystate Noble lion in Chapter 70 funds, after a deduction of $300,000 for have been transferred to Baystate Medical charter schools, will be spent on Special Education programs, Center, another affiliate of Baystate a priority of the state for the increase. He said another Health,” said Bryant, “Baystate Medical $347,000 will be for personnel, $98,000 for a previously Center is the system’s tertiary care hospital negotiated increase in the transportation contract, and also where there is a team of physicians who funds for a one-time purchase in social studies curriculum. specialize in the care of critically ill Finance Committee chair Brent B. Bean II asked what the patients, and where there is a full range of physician specialists to care for those Starfires vs. Rox School Dept., Page 3 patients.” Bryant noted that the Noble ICU typi- Danny Crossen (14) lays down a bunt to move runners along. See cally has a low patient count with an aver- story and photos in today’s Sports Section. (Photo by Marc St.Onge) age daily occupancy of one patient. He argued that the patients that do need the DPW presents ICU or PCU will receive better care at the medical center in Springfield. Bryant then said that there has not been a pediatric patient in the PCU in years, 5-year plan to thanks to changes in the way pediatric care Law Department is delivered. The DPH held the session to hear the rotate trash vehicles concerns of residents who were unhappy By Amy Porter with the plan. Baystate Health previously adds POS money Correspondent announced that there were plans to close WESTFIELD – Department of Public Works Director all six beds in both the ICU and PCU. David Billips told the Finance Committee at Wednesday’s Baystate also said that they planned to Police anticipate budget review that he has a five-year plan to replace trash close the ICU at Wing Hospital in Palmer. trucks. Billips said the life of a trash truck is five to seven years, Noble ICU, Page 3 better year for staffing and the department went 10 years without buying one, then By Amy Porter bought two trucks in three years. He said this year the depart- Correspondent ment has the opportunity, due to the end of an $116,000 WESTFIELD – City Solicitor Susan Phillips gave a brief overview of the annual cart payment for barrels, to put a new plan in place department’s budget at Wednesday’s Finance Committee budget review. for vehicles. Phillips said everything has stayed the same in the department, with the He said right now they have two used trash trucks, costing exception of a new legal secretary, Rebecca Jones. $55,000 a year, two rentals at $90,000 a year, and two Phillips said every year the judgements account is well over the $10,000 Internationals that are paid for, but leaky, and they will be budgeted, and in 2019 it was $500,000, of which $400,000 was approved by lucky to keep on the road. He said new trucks cost $65,000 the City Council, including a payment of $375,000 on behalf of the Westfield to $70,000. For a one-time increase of $22,370 in FY20, they Redevelopment Authority to settle the Elm Street Urban Renewal section. Phillips also commented that it wouldn’t surprise the Council to hear the See DPW Vehicles, Page 3 department did not have enough to pay pothole claims, for which they have paid $11,442 to date, with $1,295 outstanding. Residents, city officials, and medical pro- Phillips said they had a little over $71,000 in property claims, one of which fessionals attended Wednesday’s public has been sent to the insurance company, from items like trees falling on hearing at Westfield Middle School. (Photo Norwich Hill Church by Peter Currier) See Budgets, Page 5 Tag and Bake Sale set for Saturday MusicFest ‘Roadtrip’ a perfect By Amy Porter Correspondent Concert HUNTINGTON –The First Congregational Church of Huntington (Norwich Hill) on the church grounds at 6 Saturday getaway Cancelled Searle Road will be hosting its annual Tag and Bake Sale By Lori Szepelak whether they’re open or closed, get The Westfield on this Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Correspondent proof that you were there, either with a Weekends Summer All tag sale items will be sold by donation (no individual HILL TOWNS – Area residents are photo, business card, receipt and/or MusicFest concert sched- pricing) including glassware, kitchen items, household invited to enjoy a road trip and scaven- posting on social media using uled for tonight, Thursday, goods, clothing, towels and sheets, knickknacks, sports ger hunt on June 29, sponsored by #HilltownsRoadTrip #JLBA.” June 20 has been can- equipment, toys and games, furniture and more. Jacob’s Ladder Business Association. The event, beginning at 10 a.m., is celled due to the expected Church organizer Nancy Kaminski said that not pricing “Roadtrip thru the Hilltowns is a self- free and open to the public and registra- poor weather conditions. the items is easier on the church, and community members guided road trip and scavenger hunt tion is not required. The show is tentatively that attend are very generous. through Westfield and the hill towns,” Road trippers will receive a raffle rescheduled for September. Also for sale will be made-from-scratch sweet breads, said Mimi Caban Ross, a member of the ticket for each place they visit that day The next MusicFest show cookies, squares, and luscious seasonal pies will be avail- association’s board and the external and will receive a bonus raffle ticket for will be Thursday, July 18 able, plus homemade potato salad, macaroni & cheese, events coordinator. “The objective is to on Park Square. baked beans and French meat pies. visit as many of our members that day See Roadtrip, Page 5 See Tag and Bake Sale, Page 2 3D Mammography now available at Baystate Noble Hospital

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Tag, Bake Sale Continued from Page 1 Grilled hot dogs with chips, soda, and donuts will be served for lunch. “This annual event is always welcomed by the hilltown community. It’s a fun day for everyone,” Kaminski said, adding that people should shop early for the best selection of favorite sweet treats and the best choice of bargain tag sale goods.

At left, First Congregational Church in Huntington Ladies Aide members Nancy Kaminski, Lisa Mollison, Lori Belhumeur, Mary Leslie, Marsha Messier and Charlotte Pauze. (File photo by Amy Porter)

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n June 20, 1921, U.S. Rep. Alice Mary In 1990, South African black nationalist Nelson Mandela policy of separating children from their parents when they Robertson, R-Okla., became the first woman to and his wife, Winnie, arrived in New York City for a ticker- are detained illegally crossing the border; Trump had been Opreside over a session of the House of tape parade in their honor as they began an eight-city U.S. insisting wrongly that there was no alternative to the policy Representatives. tour. because of federal law and a court decision. The Vatican announced that Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, the retired On this date: In 1994, O.J. Simpson pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles Roman Catholic archbishop of Washington, D.C., had In 1782, Congress approved the Great Seal of the United to the killings of his ex-wife, Nicole, and her friend, Ron- been removed from public ministry and would face fur- States, featuring the emblem of the bald eagle. ald Goldman. Former airman Dean Allen Mellberg went ther punishment over “credible” allegations that he sexu- on a shooting rampage at Fairchild Air Force Base near ally abused a teenager more than 40 years earlier. (Pope In 1837, Queen Victoria acceded to the British throne fol- Spokane, Washington, killing four people and wounding Francis accepted McCarrick’s resignation as a cardinal on lowing the death of her uncle, King William IV. 22 others before being killed by a military police sharp- July 28th.) A suspect was arrested and charged with mur- shooter. der in the killing of rising Florida rap star XXXTentacion In 1863, West Virginia became the 35th state. In 2001, Houston resident Andrea Yates drowned her five Today’s Birthdays: In 1893, a jury in New Bedford, Massachusetts, found children in the family bathtub, then called police. (Yates Actress Bonnie Bartlett is 90. Actress Olympia Dukakis is Lizzie Borden not guilty of the ax murders of her father and was later convicted of murder, but had her conviction over- 88. Actor James Tolkan is 88. Actor Danny Aiello is 86. stepmother. turned; she was acquitted by reason of insanity in a retrial.) Movie director Stephen Frears is 78. Singer-songwriter Brian Wilson is 77. Actor John McCook is 75. Singer Anne In 1943, race-related rioting erupted in Detroit; federal Ten years ago: Murray is 74. TV personality Bob Vila is 73. Musician An- troops were sent in two days later to quell the violence that Iranian music student Neda Agha Soltan, 27, was gunned dre Watts is 73. Actress Candy Clark is 72. Producer Tina resulted in more than 30 deaths. down during election protests in Tehran; her dying mo- Sinatra is 71. Rhythm and blues singer Lionel Richie is 70. ments were caught on video and circulated widely on the Actor John Goodman is 67. Rock musician Michael Antho- In 1967, boxer Muhammad Ali was convicted in Houston Internet, making her name a rallying cry for the opposition ny is 65. Pop musician John Taylor is 59. Rock musician of violating Selective Service laws by refusing to be drafted and sparking international outrage. Mark degli Antoni is 57. Christian rock musician Jerome and was sentenced to five years in prison. (Ali’s conviction Fontamillas (Switchfoot) is 52. Rock musician Murphy was ultimately overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court). Five years ago: Karges (Sugar Ray) is 52. Actress Nicole Kidman is 52. The Obama administration granted an array of new ben- Country/bluegrass singer-musician Dan Tyminski is 52. In 1975, Steven Spielberg’s shark thriller “Jaws,” starring efits to same-sex couples, including those living in states Movie director Robert Rodriguez is 51. Actor Peter Paige Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss (not to where gay marriage was against the law; the new mea- is 50. Actor Josh Lucas is 48. Rock musician Jeordie White mention a mechanical shark nicknamed “Bruce”) was re- sures ranged from Social Security and veterans benefits (AKA Twiggy Ramirez) is 48. Rock singer Chino Moreno leased by Universal Pictures. to work leave for caring for sick spouses. Defiant before (Deftones) is 46. Country-folk singer-songwriter Amos skeptical Republicans, IRS Commissioner John Koskinen Lee is 42. Country singer Chuck Wicks is 40. Actress Tika In 1977, the first oil began flowing through the recently refused to apologize during a hearing for lost emails that Sumpter is 39. Country musician Chris Thompson (The completed Trans-Alaska Pipeline from Prudhoe Bay to might have shed light on the tax agency’s targeting of tea Eli Young Band) is 39. Actress-singer Alisan Porter is 38. Valdez. party and other groups before the 2010 and 2012 elec- Christian rock musician Chris Dudley (Underoath) is 36. tions. Rock singer Grace Potter (Grace Potter & the Nocturnals) In 1988, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously upheld a is 36. Actor Mark Saul is 34. Actress Dreama Walker is 33. New York City law making it illegal for private clubs with One year ago: Actor Chris Mintz-Plasse is 30. Actress Maria Lark is 22. more than 400 members to exclude women and minorities. President Donald Trump abruptly reversed himself and signed an executive order halting his administration’s THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 - PAGE 3

Noble ICU The City of Westfield has contracted with East National Water, LLC of Palmer, MA to Continued from Page 1 replace the existing residential water meters and reading equipment throughout GOVERNMENT MEETINGS In February, Baystate the City. Please note that the water service shall be shut off for as short a time period announced the planned clo- as necessary to complete this work Homeowners will be provided an estimate of the THURSDAY, JUNE 20 sure of the mental health units downtime prior to initiating the work. If you have questions regarding this program please call the in Noble, Wing, and Baystate Westfield DPW Water Division at 413-572-6226. Office hours are between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Franklin Hospital in The week of June 24th - June 29th, the meter replacement process will proceed at the following Street Locations: Blandford: Greenfield. If it moves for- • Allen Ave. • E. Mountain Road • Joseph Ave. • Root Road Library Trustees Meeting at 7:30 pm ward, the Noble ICU closure • Bershire Drive • Eastwood Drive • King Ave. • Rosedale Drive Ext. would go into effect on Aug. • Elizabeth Ave. • Larchly Ave. • Shepard Street 30 of this year. • Briarcliff Drive Chester: The hearing began with a • Christopher Drive • Ellis Street • Lewis Street • Springdale Road Board of Selectmen Meeting with Blandford statement from Sherman • Columbia Street • Fairfield Ave. • Maple Street • Sunflower Lane at 6:30 pm Lohnes, director of the • Conner Ave. • Florence Street • Meadow Street • Trimmer Lane Division of Health Care • Dana Street • Fremont Street • Notre Dame Street • Union Street Facility Licensure and • Deepwoods Drive • Glenwood Drive • Orange Street • Valley View Drive Westfield: Certification at the DPH. He • Devon Terrace • Holyoke Road • Rachael Terrace • W. School Street Personnel Action Committee at 6:35 pm outlined the process for the • Dry Bridge Road • Jefferson Street • Ridgeview Terrace • Winding Ridge Lane City Council at 7 pm DPH to accept or deny We are now working on Saturdays for the convenience of our customers. Westfield Gas and Electric Municipal Light Board Baystate Health’s proposal. Sub-Committee Finance Meeting at 7 pm After hearing from residents, hospital officials, and town officials during the hearing, the DPH will have 15 days to Greater Westfield & Western Hampden County Medical Reserve Corps render a decision. A 501(C)3 Non-Profit Disaster Organization After the DPH ruling, if they choose to allow the clo- will conduct a Basic EMT coursE in Downtown Westfield sure, Baystate Health will To View All of have 15 days to ensure the Registration is now open for EMT Training that will be taught at the Westfield Episcopal DPH that the PCU and ICU Church of the Atonement in downtown Westfield (36 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085) the Westfield 350 services can still be provided to Noble’s coverage area. Program dates are July 9th to December 12, 2019. The registration is now open. Birthday Celebration After receiving a plan from Class will be held Tuesday and Friday evenings from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Baystate, the DPH will have Photos visit: 10 days to approve or deny. and one Saturday per month from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. westfieldnews.smugmug.com City Council President in the Grand Hall located on the lower level of Ralph J. Figy voiced his oppo- 36 Court Street, Westfield, MA (entrance from the rear parking lot) sition to the closure of the ICU, but he agreed that the Mission Statement PCU is not a priority to remain To educate and train entry level Basic EMTs in the provision of high quality EMS services open if it is not being used. according to Current National EMS Education Standards, State, Regional and Local His concern with an ICU clo- Protocols, Policies and Procedures. sure is that the surrounding communities that are not as For Financial/Course questions as well as Course Registrations close to Springfield will be impacted more than Westfield. email the Course Director: [email protected] “Baystate Noble does not just serve the city of Westfield. There are 36 seats in this course. It is the surrounding communities that are a half-hour out of Westfield that I am con- Mass. warns of potential cerned about as well,” said School Dept. Figy. Continued from Page 1 marijuana investment scams Massachusetts Nurses personnel increases entailed. The superintendent said they would be adding some additional BOSTON (AP) — Association (MNA) and Special Education personnel, three Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) teach- Massachusetts Secretary of Registered Nurse Donna ers in the elementary schools, and a half-time Criminal Justice teacher for a new program in the State William Galvin says his Kelly-Williams argued that high school. office is planning to crack the extra time to drive between Czaporowski also said there are no non-negotiated raises in the budget, as several unions are down on what he said is the Westfield and Springfield is still in negotiations. growing number of too long for patients with Chief Financial Officer Ronald R. Rix said there are 37 fewer positions in the budget than in Massachusetts-based business- severe medical issues. es raising money from marijua- “The ICU at Noble is a vital 2019, but there have been no cuts, and they haven’t reduced services. He said instead they restructured according to the district’s needs, such as the Special Education programs have been na-related investments. part of the hospital and the The Democrat said community it serves,” said contracted out. “We pay a little more on the school side, but the city saves on health benefits,” Rix said. Wednesday that his office has Kelly-Williams, “Many seen an uptick in marijuana- patients rely on the ICU. Later in the meeting, School Committee Vice Chair Ramon Diaz, Jr. said the district had to add staff at the high school level to continue SPED programs started in the elementary schools related fraud cases. Patients who need the critical Galvin said those engaging care at the moment they need a few years ago. Rix said what is unique is that the funding formula from the state is very different. in fraud may exploit high-pro- it. Minutes, even seconds, file industries, such as marijua- count when a patient requires Czaporowski said he can’t remember a time when the district has not asked for an increase in ICU-level care.” local resources. na-related businesses, to attract Kelly-Williams added that Bean said he couldn’t either, but was concerned that the union negotiations were not com- the attention of investors and she sees the closure as a symp- plete, and asked whether increases would be absorbed by the district. Rix said they would be, take their funds. Massachusetts Secretary tom of a larger problem in the and the increases in spending in the budget are one-time, mainly in HVAC and technology. He cautioned potential inves- of State William Galvin hospital industry, with compa- John J. Beltrandi III asked whether Rix was confident in the projection for grants in the bud- tors to be wary of unsolicited nies like Baystate having get. Rix replied that the grants included are recurring grants, based on the previous year’s investment offers. closed 27 hospitals or units in number. One time grants were not included in the projections. Galvin also said that while the cultivation and sale of mari- the last 10 years in Ralph J. Figy, school liaison for the City Council, said this year is the first time he could juana is now legal in Massachusetts, it continues to be illegal Massachusetts. remember that the split between personnel and expenses was under 80 percent, and down to a under federal law. Several Westfield residents 77/23 percent split. Rix said the split may change slightly following the negotiations. He said federal and state chartered banks may refuse to voiced their opposition to the “I think you did a good job,” commented Beltrandi, to which Rix replied, “We feel very accept deposits from the sale of marijuana-related products or closure. One man spoke about responsive. We know we’re a part of the city.” refuse to make loans to marijuana-related businesses. how the ICU being in Westfield saved his wife’s life earlier this year. Another woman noted that BMC can DPW Vehicles be hard to get to and even Continued from Page 1 harder to navigate once there. Another resident said that he could invest in two new trucks, and after that the budget will found it odd that the hearing actually decrease for vehicles once lease payments stop. was held at 4 p.m. on a “We have this opportunity, and have the money in the bud- Wednesday while most people get, to purchase trucks,” Billips said, adding that there is a 10 would still be in work. to 12 month lead time on trash trucks. His plan is to purchase One woman told the story two trucks for next March or April, and two more the following of how her mom was very ill year. back in 2012. They had to call “You can continue to swap these trucks out. You’re always an ambulance, on which she going to have a car payment, but we will be in this steady state had to be stabilized and barely where we’re turning over trash trucks. I’m not even sure when made it to Noble Hospital. we get to that point, whether we’ll need them,” Billips said. He The woman said that if her said they have to break the cycle of renting trucks they get no mother had been brought to return on. He also said the mistake they made back in 2003 and Springfield instead, she likely 2004 was to buy a bunch of trucks all at the same time. would not have made it. Running down the list of other DPW departments, Billips Gail Bean, RN and part of said the administration’s budget only includes contractual the MNA, told a similar story increases. In the Highway Division, the Mayor cut $120,000 about a loved one who needed the ICU in Westfield. She said for a wash rack, and $100,000 for fire suppression for the that she did not know what garage. would have happened if they The Construction line item for roads in the budget remains did not have the ICU in Noble. the same at $400,000, plus $1.2 million in Chapter 90 funds. She decried what she said was Billips said they’ve been able to work the construction and the turning of hospitals into highway budgets back up, adding they did get some money from the meals tax. He said a few years ago, the Council asked purely corporate enterprises. Department of Public Works Director David Billips speaks to the City Council Finance Westfield City Councilor him to work up a capital plan for highway trucks, which Committee. (Photo by Amy Porter) Mary Ann Babinski also showed that when they get to a certain point, it’s less expensive spoke in support of keeping to buy trucks than to fix them. He said they didn’t implement Billips said he did recommend to the Mayor that every city budget be cut by 1%, to generate the ICU open. She said she that capital plan, and still have an issue with trucks and with an additional $1.4 million to put toward roads. sees the closure of the ICU staff. Following Billips, City Engineer Mark Cressotti said construction items in this year’s budget and the Fowler mental health “We need $4 million, and we don’t even have $2 million,” will include completing the design for Western Avenue East, the second phase of the project. unit as affecting the area Billips said. He said Snow & Ice remains at $400,000 in the He said they are about a year and a half out for the design and advertising, once Western beyond Westfield. She asked budget, the only line item that may be deficit-funded. Avenue Central is completed. Baystate officials to seriously Asked about stormwater, Billips said they need $590,000 per Also in the budget is design work for Interchange 3 at the Turnpike. Cressotti said they consider what they were doing year, and are generating $550,000 from fees. “We’re short believe they have suggestions to give MassDOT to improve traffic, and need some funding for before they made what she already. We know the fee increase is in front of the Council. If the design. called a “drastic move.” you don’t address the stormwater issues, you’re paving the Another budget item in 2020 are for a signal light at Union St., which he said the City Donna Stern, RN at roads for nothing,” he said. The stormwater fee increase is on Council voted to approve. Cressotti said the design is done, permitting is almost complete. “We Baystate Franklin’s mental the agenda for Thursday’s regular City Council meeting. just need construction dollars to see it through,” he said. health unit who was also pres- Finance Committee member John J. Beltrandi, III com- Other projects slated for this year are completing the parking lot on Central Street for land ent at the forum to discuss the mented that he previously had concerns about where the money Fowler closure, urged people the city has acquired, and improvements on Arnold Street. went in stormwater over the past several years, but when he Cressotti said the mayor cut a proposal for a Westfield River multi-use trail, saying it should to call their legislators and received a report from the auditor on the past four years, he saw voice their support of the be done with Community Preservation Act funds rather than through the construction budget. that it is being directed to doing projects. A project to pave and redesign the Mill at Crane Pond in conjunction with the work on Cowles Essential Services Bill. The Billips then talked about the “extremely talented people” that bill would require more public Bridge was also cut, but Cressotti said he hopes to fund it with residuals later on. the DPW has in the department. “There is not enough money “There’s a need for more improvements across the board. Chapter 90 is not sufficient to oversight when a hospital to do what we need to do. It’s incredible what our people do, chooses to close a unit that maintain road conditions,” Cressotti said, adding that the Mayor has taken a bold step in fund- and save by doing (projects) in-house,” he said, adding, “Our ing some of these projects. “I hope the Council would side with mayor in his approach, so we has been deemed an essential people don’t stop until they find the best way to do something.” service. can see another step forward,” Cressotti said. 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To the Editor, what about Russia; their chief ally? With the Israelis, and the Saudis siding with us, won’t Iran’s allies side with them. Too Hello Westfield, especially, Ward 3; Hi folks…First an apol- much to lose by any and all. 2. OK, maybe I am being cynical ogy…in looking at my last editorial, NO, I was not drunk, but but, if Trump thinks he is losing in the re-election; war I did have a serious cold/flu/virus or something to have that wouldn’t keep him in office? And, he has often spoken about many errors… the glory of leaders in great wars???? OK, new start…Last week I went to the Mike McCabe for Lastly, a bit of what I mean about American Exceptionalism? Mayor event. It was well attended, and it was nice to get out Some of what made American Exceptional was 1. We could and see and chat with old friends, associates, and constituents. change leadership by elections, and not wars. 2. That a nation, While on the positive side of life; I would like to express my with a diversity of ethnicities, religions, and economic cul- Call 572-3999 to leave your comment. most sincerest thanks, and appreciation to the great folks at tures, could be one nation. That the general public voted to WTA: teachers, and students, Karen Noblit, at the Senior choose from amongst themselves, who would govern. In the Listen to latest PulseLine Calls at Center, Julie, Barnes, the Veteran Services, and the wonder Old World governments were chosen by who won the war, trial http://www.thewestfieldnews.com folks at the Athenaeum, Information section for their help edu- by combat, and, or, the very rich. Because the working popula- cating me to some of new nuances for social media. When I tion was inferior, incapable of such decision making that was started to use these back in the 1990’s life was so much sim- why they were kept poor, and dependent. That status was Thank you for filling in the pot holes on Twiss Street. The pler. Still struggling, though getting there. This is enabling me earned, by merit, not inheritance. The people not only were the road to the dump is so much better. Good job! From John to communicate with the outside world, and find people I have government, but the businesses economy, participated in the Fisher. not communicated with, literally for decades, so THANKS! As judiciary, were the security, and the developers of their institu- well, I would AGAIN like to congratulate our schools, teach- tions to enable them to do all of that. I remember reading that Yesterday I submitted a post about our school system. I ers, administrators, and especially our fantastic students for all at the time of our Revolution, the colonies had more educated just reviewed the school department’s response. The respond- that they have done to achieve the great recognition that they people, and more money in our banks than there were England. er commented that 87% is not 86% and that therefore the data have EARNED. The Next New Human Epoch has begun, and While far from perfect, they took a wilderness and transformed is skewed to make Westfield look worse than it is. Did the with it the need for some fundamental changes, and they are it into thriving communities. So much for the idea of inferior- responder consider that US News & World Report uses the doing that. With this, they can, and will be enabled to achieve. ity. OK, more later…. same analysis methodology for all school systems, and that OK number 2: while not so much on the positive side…Iran: Your former Ward 3 City Councilor, Brian Hoose… our ranking relative to our peers would still be mediocre at 2 questions just to think about….If we go to war with Iran, [email protected] best? More importantly, the responder did not address the central questions of why should taxpayers pay the same people $2 million more for mediocrity, and if this extra $2 million would improve the educational results for our children in any discernible way? How many Westfield students get accepted to Ivy League colleges or colleges that have very competitive admissions (those with less than 10% Iran Revolutionary Guard shoots acceptance rate)? How many Westfield students score better than 1400 on SAT tests? What percentage of students score better than 3 on AP exams? Has Westfield School System ever done a post graduate analysis of how our students feel down US drone amid tensions the education and experiences they receive in Westfield compares to their peers? By NASSER KARIMI and JON GAMBRELL Navy also flies a variant that looks similar, called the MQ-4C Associated Press Triton. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s Revolutionary Guard shot The drones cost over $100 million apiece and can fly higher down a U.S. drone on Thursday amid heightened tensions than 10 miles in altitude and stay in the air for over 24 hours at between Tehran and Washington over its collapsing nuclear a time. They have a distinguishable hump-shaped front and an deal with world powers, American and Iranian officials said, engine atop. Their wingspan is bigger than a Boeing 737 pas- though they disputed the circumstances of the incident. senger jet. The Guard said it shot down the drone over Iranian airspace, The Guard described the drone as being launched from the while two U.S. officials told The Associated Press that the southern Persian Gulf but did not elaborate. American RQ-4 downing happened over international airspace in the Strait of Global Hawks are stationed at the Al-Dhafra Air Base in the Hormuz. The different accounts could not be immediately rec- United Arab Emirates, near the capital, Abu Dhabi. AP journal- onciled. ists saw the drones on the base’s tarmac during a March 2016 Previously, the U.S. military alleged that Iran had fired a visit by then-Vice President Joe Biden. missile at another drone last week that was responding to the The U.S. officials told the AP the Iranians fired a surface-to- attack on two oil tankers near the Gulf of Oman. The U.S. air missile striking the American drone over the Strait of blames Iran for the attack on the ships; Tehran denies it was Hormuz, in international airspace. The strait is the narrow involved. mouth of the Persian Gulf through which 20% of all global oil The attacks come against the backdrop of heightened ten- moves. sions between the U.S. and Iran following President Donald The officials spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity as Trump’s decision to withdraw from Tehran’s nuclear deal a the information had yet to be cleared for release to the public. year ago. They did not elaborate on the type of drone shot down, nor the Separately, Saudi Arabia said on Thursday that Yemen’s mission it was conducting. However, the U.S. has been worried Climate of guilt: Iranian-allied Houthi rebels launched a rocket targeting a about international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz since desalination plant in the kingdom the previous night. The the limpet mine attacks in May and June. White House said Trump was briefed about that attack. Salami, speaking to a crowd in the western city of Sanandaj, Iran has quadrupled its production of low-enriched uranium described the American drone as “violating our national secu- Flying no longer and threatened to boost its enrichment closer to weapons-grade rity border.” levels, trying to pressure Europe for new terms to the 2015 “Borders are our red line,” Salami said. “Any enemy that nuclear deal. violates the borders will be annihilated.” In recent weeks, the U.S. has sped an aircraft carrier to the Iran’s Foreign Ministry separately protested the drone, say- the high road Mideast and deployed additional troops alongside the tens of ing it entered Iranian territory. By FRANK JORDANS and DAVID KEYTON thousands already in the region. From Yemen, the Houthis have Iran has claimed to have shot down American drones in the Associated Press launched bomb-laden drones into neighboring Saudi Arabia. past. In the most-famous incident, in December 2011, Iran NYKOPING, Sweden (AP) — School’s out for summer and All this has raised fears that a miscalculation or further rise seized an RQ-170 Sentinel flown by the CIA to monitor Iranian Swedish lawyer Pia Bjorstrand, her husband and their two in tensions could push the U.S. and Iran into an open conflict, nuclear sites after it entered Iranian airspace from neighboring sons are shouldering backpacks, ready to board the first of some 40 years after Tehran’s Islamic Revolution. Thursday’s Afghanistan. The Iranians later reverse-engineered the drone to many trains on a whistle-stop vacation around northern drone incident marks the first direct Iranian-claimed attack on create their own variants. Europe. the U.S. amid the crisis. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia said Yemen’s Houthi rebels fired a The family is part of a small but growing movement in “We do not have any intention for war with any country, but rocket a desalination plant in al-Shuqaiq, a city in the king- Europe and North America that’s shunning air travel because we are fully ready for war,” Revolutionary Guard commander dom’s Jizan province. The state-run Saudi Press Agency quoted it produces high levels of greenhouse gas emissions. While Gen. Hossein Salami said in a televised address. military spokesman Col. Turki al-Maliki as saying the attack experts say fighting climate change will require bigger and Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, which answers caused no damage and wounded no one. The Yemeni rebel bolder actions by governments around the world, some people only to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said it shot Al-Masirah satellite news channel earlier said the Houthis tar- are doing what they can to help, including changing long-held down the drone on Thursday morning when it entered Iranian geted a power plant in Jizan, near the kingdom’s border with travel habits. airspace near the Kouhmobarak district in southern Iran’s Yemen, with a cruise missile. The trend is most prominent in Sweden, where the likes of Hormozgan province. Kouhmobarak is some 1,200 kilometers White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders said Trump had (750 miles) southeast of Tehran and close to the Strait of been “briefed on the reports of a missile strike in the kingdom teen climate activist Greta Thunberg have challenged travelers Hormuz. of Saudi Arabia.” to confront the huge carbon cost of flying. The Guard said it shot down the drone at 4:05 a.m. after it “We are closely monitoring the situation and continuing to “Even I, who was climate aware 10 years ago, didn’t think collected data from Iranian territory, including the southern consult with our partners and allies,” Sanders said. It wasn’t about flying in the way that I think now,” said Bjorstrand as port of Chahbahar near Iran’s border with Pakistan. Iran used immediately clear why Trump would be briefed about an attack she waits on the platform of Nykoping station in eastern its air defense system known as Third of Khordad to shoot that caused no damage or casualties. Sweden. “I didn’t know that the effect of flying was so big. So down the drone — a truck-based missile system that can fire up A Saudi-led coalition has been battling the Houthis since we flew everywhere.” to 18 miles (30 kilometers) into the sky, the semi-official Fars March 2015 in Yemen, the Arab world’s poorest nation now Airlines argue that flying accounts for just 2% of man-made news agency reported. pushed to the brink of famine by the conflict. In recent weeks, greenhouse gas emissions and increasingly efficient planes Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency, citing the Guard, identi- the Houthis have launched a new campaign sending missiles now use about the same amount of fuel per passenger as a fied the drone as an RQ-4 Global Hawk. However, the U.S. and bomb-laden drones into Saudi Arabia. half-full car. Yet the ease and falling cost of air travel is enabling more people to fly more often, meaning airline emissions are soaring even as other sources decline. In 2013, commercial carriers emitted 710 million tons of carbon dioxide. This year, industry group IATA predicts airlines’ emissions of CO2 will reach 927 million tons, more than an industrial country like Germany. The figures don’t include

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62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 The Panama-flagged, Japanese owned oil tanker Kokuka Courageous, that the U.S. Navy says was damaged by a limpet mine, is anchored off Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, during a trip organized by the Navy for journalists, Wednesday, June (413)562-4181 19, 2019. The limpet mines used to attack the oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz bore “a striking resemblance” to similar www.thewestfieldnews.com mines displayed by Iran, a U.S. Navy explosives expert said Wednesday. Iran has denied being involved. (AP Photo/Fay Abuelgasim) THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 - PAGE 5

Obituaries thewestfieldnews.com/category/obituaries/ Charlotte Robienczak WESTFIELD – Patriots big- gest fan, Charlotte Bayless Robienczak (1956-2019) died Tuesday, June 18 at Baystate Hospital. She was born to Charles and Helen Bayless of Westfield Massachusetts on June 22, 1956. Charlotte attended school in Westfield and loved working with the public. Charlotte was a wife, mother and grandmother. She leaves behind her husband Jeffrey T Robienczak, Sr. and her three children Jeffrey T Robienczak, Jr. of New Jersey, Jessica Robienczak of Chicopee and Robert Charles (Bobby) of Westfield. She also leaves behind four grand boys: Liam, Gavin, Noah and Sebastian along with her brother Mark Bayless and sister Bonnie Bayless Osowski. A private family memorial will be held at Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad Street, Westfield. Donations can be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 516 Carew St. Springfield, MA 01104. www.firtionadams.com

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Budgets Police Logs Continued from Page 1 houses, and truck damage. personal property valuation expert to much better year, after the department WESTFIELD She said the Purchase of Services determine if the city is on solid footing suffered significant injuries the past cou- Major crime and incident report account was used for outside counsel for with its valuations. ple of years. He said one frustration as an Thursday, June 13, 2019 items such as title searches, legal research Capt. Michael McCabe began the administrator is the potential for military 7:57 a.m.: commercial vehicle inspection, Southwick and arbitration services. The account was Police Department hearing by thanking personnel, who are first in line for the Road, an officer reports a commercial vehicle was stopped for also used for advertising and to hire a the City Council for its due diligence on job, to be called up to duty. He said they inspection and the operator’s license was found to be sus- survey firm. budgets. can be called for disasters, as well as pended, a criminal complaint was filed; Finance Committee chair Brent B. Bean asked him for a quick breakdown overseas. 4:28 p.m.: fire, Main Street, a caller reports a fence is on Bean, II observed that the mayor added on the budget. McCabe said the majority “It’s difficult to predict. Not that it’s a fire, the responding firefighters report the fire which was $25,000 to the department, and Phillips of the budget is in personnel. He said bad thing,” he said, adding, “If something apparently ignited by a previous fire in a neighboring yard was extinguished, a resident said that her boyfriend had been said that was for the Purchase of Services they now have 84 police officers, and 19 impacts the nation, I can’t tell you I’m not burning brush the day before and both she and her neighbor account, in anticipation of additional reserve officers, which is the state maxi- going to lose six guys. It really is a chal- were advised that his unauthorized fire was the probable expenses from the survey. mum. He said two officers in the Police lenge.” cause of the damage to the fence; She said the department also has the Academy will take the place of two retir- McCabe said he originally had six 5:59 p.m.: larceny, Springfield Road, a caller from a water lawsuits, which have been moved ees. vehicles in the budget, each on at $24,000. Springfield Road department store requests assistance with an to South Carolina. She said they have a McCabe said their training budget has He said three were cut, but the mayor uncooperative person who attempted to leave the store with conference scheduled for Friday. The increased from $45,000 to $70,000, to figured out how to get two of the cars paid merchandise which had not been paid for, the responding cases are in discovery and close to deposi- cover training for 10 days of paid field for this year. “I would like that number to officer reports Raul E. Cardona, 25, of 125 Lowell St., tion, which Phillips said is expensive. training for the 19 reserve officers, who be just a little bit higher,” McCabe said. Springfield, was arrested for shoplifting by concealing mer- Another expense is due to Comcast they try to use to cover vacation and McCabe said overtime was also cut, but chandise; challenging the city’s values on its poles. other leaves. if they don’t have the same problems, 7:06 p.m.: fire, East Bartlett Street, a passerby reports a fire She said they never have had a Comcast Other expenses include sending seven they may get out of it unscathed. in a building, the responding firefighters report finding heavy personal property issue, but she believes people through the Police Academy, and “Thank you for doing a great job again. fire on a side of the building which was immediately knocked they are testing the values, and it may go for out-of-state tactical training. You’ve done a standup job,” Beltrandi down but also found fire inside on all floors of the vacant to trial. The Law Department is hiring a McCabe said they are hoping to have a said. residence which had been undergoing renovations, firefighters from Southwick and Holyoke responded to provide additional manpower, the fire was extinguished and remains under investigation by city and state investigators, see story in the Friday, June 14 edition of The Westfield News. Roadtrip Continued from Page 1

each place they post on social media using the hashtags. “Proofs and photos must be taken on June 29,” said Caban Ross. Court Logs At press time a host of raffle prizes continues to grow and currently includes a free night stay at the Three Sisters Westfield District Court Sanctuary Airbnb in Goshen; two tickets for a performance at Thursday, June 13, 2019 the Chester Theatre Company; an overnight stay in a historic Due to a judicial conference, no cases were heard. train at the Chester Railroad Station; a bike light from New Horizons Bikes in Westfield, and gift cards from the Chester Common Table Restaurant, Papa’s Healthy Food & Fuel in Otis, and the Comfort Kitchen & Bar in Huntington. Republican Jeff Flake, a Trump Caban Ross said the event came to fruition to celebrate the launch of the 2019 JLBA hiking trails and business locator map nemesis, heading to Harvard which was published last month. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Jeff “I wanted to create some sort of event that would let people Flake, who famously tangled with President Donald Trump, in the hill towns know what we are doing and who our mem- is heading to Harvard University. bers are but also to let people beyond the hill towns know The Arizona Republican is among six new resident fellows about us and give them a fun reason to come to the hill towns, who will join Harvard's Institute of Politics this fall. visit our members and get more familiar with what we have to Flake was Trump's most vocal GOP adversary in the offer out here,” said Caban Ross. Don Podolski, owner of New Horizons Bikes in Westfield, Senate before leaving the chamber in December after declin- Caban Ross added that part of her role is twofold – support encourages area residents to participate in the June 29 ing to seek reelection to a second term. members and provide more visibility within the hill towns and “Roadtrip thru the Hill towns” event. His shop is one of the Flake repeatedly called out Trump, accusing him of "reck- beyond. stops along the road trip and scavenger hunt. less, outrageous and undignified behavior" and saying the “The hill towns includes about 23 little towns,” said Caban president's use of the terms "fake news" and "enemy of the Ross, adding that some members are also from Westfield. “So When road trippers stop in to his shop, refreshments will be people" smacked of Soviet dictator Josef Stalin's propagan- as a board we came up with the idea to do a road trip scavenger available as well as a chance to win a bike helmet. da. hunt.” “I like this concept of promoting local businesses,” said Harvard's other incoming fellows include LaTosha Brown, An “after party” on June 29 is slated from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Podolski. “There are so many neat places to see right in our co-founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund; Bob Cohn, at the Chester Common Table Restaurant, Main Street, Chester. own back yard, as well as great hiking and cycling destina- president of The Atlantic; and Isabel de Saint Malo de “That’s where the raffle tickets will be drawn and we will tions to discover.” Alvarado, a former Panamanian vice president and foreign give away the prizes,” said Caban Ross. For a downloadable scavenger hunt list as well as updates minister. Don Podolski, owner of New Horizons Bikes in Westfield, is on the day’s activities, visit JLBA.org/roadtrip2019. a member of the association and is participating in the event.

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Open Air Music welcomes the summer solstice to downtown Westfield! WESTFIELD — Once again this summer from these areas. Aug 30: Franklin County Sweethearts Open Mics Artworks of Westfield, Inc. is partnering with The concert series, funded by generous local Mina’s Wine and Spirits to present a summer sponsors and by a grant from the Massachusetts Downtown Live! Friday Night Concert Series long series of free concerts by local bands. Cultural Council awarded through the Westfield is held every Friday evening from 7-9pm begin- Begin All concerts will take place Friday evenings Cultural Council, are free to the public. Those ning July 21st through August 30th (except July WESTFIELD — For the beginning on June 21th at 7pm when the attending are asked to bring their bag chairs and 5th and August 23rd) at 53 Elm Street next to fourth summer Westfield will Berkshire Mountain Boys take the stage in the lot lawn chairs. Food and beverages can be brought Mina’s Wine & Spirits, featuring local and host Open Air Open Mic nights at 53 Elm St. next to Mina’s Wine & Spirits. The along but alcoholic beverages are not allowed. regional bands. All shows are kid and family on the Park Square Green in Berkshire Mountain Boys are a foursome of The line-up for the rest of the summer is as fol- friendly and FREE! front on the Pavilion. This year’s acoustic musicians who play a mixture of coun- lows. ——— weekly host will be Neal Lipktak, try, bluegrass, and folk tunes. They have played About ArtWorks of Westfield Inc. ArtWorks of a well known area performer and concerts and festivals throughout the region and June 21: Berkshire Mt. Boys Westfield Inc., a local arts & cultural organiza- member of the local band beyond. During the course of the concert series June 28: Reptilian Czar tion promoting the rich and talented artistic Esperanto. Starting on June that runs through the last Friday in August, there July 12: Esperanto diversity of Westfield and the surrounding com- 19th, the Open Mics will be held will be a wide variety of rock, blues, country/ July 19: The Reprobates munities, is a tax exempt organization under on Wednesday evenings, with rock and alternative performers. Artworks makes July 26: Sold Out Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3). sign-ups starting at 6pm and per- it a priority to showcase local artists and perform- Aug 2: Kittie Does Country Membership and donations are tax deductible to formances beginning at 6:30 pm. ers, so all of the bands are from Westfield and the Aug. 9: Mac and Vinnie Band the extent allowed by law. Microphones, acoustic guitar surrounding towns, or they include members Aug. 16: Stumpy and Friends plug-ins and a sound system are provided. Performances must include an instrument. Keyboards can be accommodated, but sing- Westfield Farmers’ Berkshire Mountain Boys Sing Songs of Yesteryear ing to a smart phone track or Market HUNTINGTON — The Berkshire Mountain Boys keep the old songs alive with their repertoire of other electronic device is not bluegrass, gospel, folk ballads, and country music of yesteryear on Sunday, July 14 at 2 pm at the allowed. Performers of all ages The Westfield Farmers’ Market is held, Historic North Hall in Huntington. The Berkshire Mountain Boys began with Phil Pothier on autoharp are welcome. rain or shine, from 12:00 - 6:00 pm on the and vocals and Charlie Mihlek on guitar and vocals, who have been performing together for over 50 years Performers and other attend- lawn of the Episcopal Church of the locally and across the country. They grew to a quartet by adding Dan Damkauskas on banjo and Don ees are encouraged to bring lawn Atonement, 36 Court Street, Westfield, Lownds on mandolin, as they entertain the crowd with vintage favorites of bluegrass, gospel, folk ballads, chairs or a blanket for seating. every Thursday until October 10. 30 + ven- and country music. Beverages and snacks can be dors, SNAP match of $5; HIP, WIC, and A meet-the-artists reception with refreshments will be held at intermission in the hall’s art gallery. The brought to the green, but not FMNP vouchers are accepted by some ven- gallery will be exhibiting the nature and landscape photography of Richard Chapman. Admission is $10 alcoholic beverages. Open Mics dors. Live music, special events, free park- at the door, student/youth admission is free. Performance is at Historic North Hall, 40 Searle Road (off may be cancelled or ended early ing, ADA accessible restrooms, cooling Route 66) in Huntington. The hall is wheelchair-accessible and air-conditioned. More information can be in the event of bad weather. room, playground. For more information found atwww.northhallhuntington.org or call 413-667-5543. For additional information or visit the Market web site: westfieldfarmers- This season’s events are made possible with support from the Massachusetts Council on the Arts and questions contact Tom Sawyer at market.net or contact the Westfield Farmers’ the arts councils of Chester, Cummington, Huntington, Middlefield, Montgomery, Russell, Southampton, 413-237-5563 or email trsaw- Market at 413 562-5461 x 101, or email Westhampton and Worthington as well as support from Westfield News Group and the Daily Hampshire [email protected] [email protected]. Gazette. PAGE 8 - THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS

Former Vice President and 2020 Democratic Poll: Tracking asteroids presidential candidate Joe Biden addresses a favored focus patrons and media during a visit to the Stonewall for space program Inn, Tuesday, June 18, 2019, in New York. Biden By MARCIA DUNN paid a visit to the and EMILY SWANSON Stonewall Inn ahead of Associated Press the 50th anniversary of CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Americans prefer a space an uprising that helped program that focuses on potential asteroid impacts, scientific spark the gay rights research and using robots to explore the cosmos over sending humans back to the moon or on to Mars, a poll shows. movement. (AP Photo/ The poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Bebeto Matthews) Affairs Research , released Thursday, one month before the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, lists asteroid and comet monitoring as the No. 1 desired objective for the U.S. space program. About two-thirds of Americans call that very or extremely important, and about a combined 9 in 10 say it's at least moderately important. The poll comes as the White House pushes to get astronauts back on the moon, but only about a quarter of Americans said moon or Mars exploration by astronauts should be among the space program's highest priorities. About another third called each of those moderately important. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin on July 20, 1969, became the Biden’s words on segregationist first humans to walk on another celestial body. In all, 12 NASA astronauts stepped on the moon. Jan Dizard, 78, a retired environmental studies professor living in Chico, California, acknowledges there's more to learn on the senators draw rivals’ fire moon and it would be "miraculous" to send astronauts to Mars. But now's not the time, he stressed. By BILL BARROW and ELANA ever knew” and said Eastland called him ing he was trying to argue that leaders "There are all kinds of other things, not the least of which is SCHOR “son,” though not “boy,” a reference to sometimes have to work with people climate change, that deserve our attention," Dizard told the AP. Associated Press the racist way many whites addressed they disagree with to achieve goals, "This other stuff can wait." Democratic presidential candidate Joe black men at the time. such as renewing the Voting Rights Act. After asteroid and comet monitoring, scientific research to Biden is dismissing calls to apologize Yet even in that Senate, Biden said, “The point I’m making is you don’t expand knowledge of Earth and the rest of the solar system and for saying that the Senate “got things “At least there was some civility. We got have to agree. You don’t have to like the universe came next on the list of Americans' space priorities — done” with “civility” even when the things done.” people in terms of their views,” he said. about 6 in 10 said that was very or extremely important. Close body included segregationists with Biden’s rivals quickly pounced. “But you just simply make the case and to half said the same about sending robotic probes, rather than whom he disagreed. “I have to tell Vice President Biden, you beat them without changing the astronauts, to explore space, and about 4 in 10 said the same His rivals for the 2020 nomination, as someone I respect, that he is wrong system.” about continued funding of the International Space Station. Searching for life on other planets came in fifth with 34% rat- including the two major black candidates for using his relationships with Eastland He has received support from some ing it at least very important, followed by 27% for human Mars in the race, roundly criticized Biden’s and Talmadge as examples of how to black leaders. Louisiana Rep. Cedric expeditions and 23% for crewed moonshots. comments. But Biden didn’t back down bring our country together,” said Booker, Richmond, Biden’s campaign co-chair- In a dead heat for last place among the nine listed goals: setting Wednesday and was particularly defiant who is African American. man and a former Congressional Black up permanent human residences on other planets, with 21% in the face of criticism from New Jersey New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, Caucus chairman, said Biden’s oppo- ranking it as a very high priority, and establishing a U.S. military Sen. Cory Booker, who said the former a white man who is married to a black nents deliberately ignored the full con- presence in space with 19%. While other goals were considered vice president should apologize. woman, tweeted: “It’s 2019 & @ text of his argument for a more func- at least moderately important by majorities of Americans, about Biden said Booker should apologize JoeBiden is longing for the good old tional government. half called a military presence and space colonies unimportant. because the senator “should know bet- days of ‘civility’ typified by James “Maybe there’s a better way to say it, President Donald Trump, who wants to create a Space Force ter” than to question Biden’s commit- Eastland. Eastland thought my multira- but we have to work with people, and as a new military service, said at a rally formally kicking off his ment to civil rights. cial family should be illegal.” that’s a fact,” Richmond said, noting he reelection campaign this week that, if he wins a second term, the “There’s not a racist bone in my California Sen. Kamala Harris, who is dealt recently with President Donald country will "lay the foundation" for landing astronauts on Mars. body,” Biden said. “I’ve been involved black, said Biden was “coddling” segre- Trump to pass a long-sought criminal That came after a confusing tweet from Trump in which he in civil rights my whole career.” gationists in a way that “suggests to me justice overhaul. “I question (Trump’s) said that NASA "should NOT be talking about going to the Booker’s response: “I was raised to that he doesn’t understand ... the dark racial sensitivity, a whole bunch of Moon" and instead focus on "much bigger things" including speak truth to power and that I shall history of our country” — a character- things about his character ... but we "Mars (of which the Moon is a part)." NASA administrator Jim never apologize for doing that. And Vice ization Biden’s campaign rejects. worked together.” Bridenstine later explained that the moon can be used as a "way- point" for Mars access. President Biden shouldn’t need this les- Former Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke Likewise, Richmond said, Biden Toni Dewey, 71, a retired clerical worker in Wilmington, son,” he told CNN. said that for Biden “to somehow say that mentioned Jim Crow-era senators to North Carolina, said space exploration should benefit life on It’s becoming one of the most intense what we’re seeing in this country today emphasize the depths of disagreements Earth and the explorers should be machines versus humans. disputes of the primary, showing the is a function of partisanship or a lack of elected officials sometimes navigate. “If "It would cost a lot of money to send somebody to Mars," she hazards for Biden as he tries to turn his bipartisanship completely ignores the he gets elected president, we don’t have said, "and we have roads and bridges that need repaired here." decades of Washington experience into legacy of slavery and the active suppres- 60 votes in the Senate” to overcome fili- As for the moon, Dewey noted, "We've been there." an advantage. Instead, he’s infuriating sion of African Americans and commu- busters, Richmond noted. “He could be But Alan Curtis, 47, of Pocatello, Idaho, considers moon and Democrats who say he’s out of step with nities of color right now.” less genuine and say, ‘We’re just going Mars trips a top priority, especially if the U.S. is to remain a the diverse party of the 21st century and The tumult comes at a crucial point in to do all these things.’ But we already world leader in space. Compared with its feats of the 1960s and potentially undermining his argument the campaign. Biden is still recovering have a president like that. (Biden) knows 1970s, the U.S. space program is now a second thought, he said. that he’s the most electable candidate to from controversy earlier this month we have to build consensus.” "It's pretty bad that we have to rent a spot on a Russian space- take on President Donald Trump. when he angered many Democrats by Biden also drew a qualified defense craft to get to the space station," said Curtis, a store cashier who At a New York fundraiser Tuesday, saying he didn’t support federal taxpay- from Republican Sen. Tim Scott of says he's an occasional bounty hunter. He pointed to the first-ever Biden pointed to two long-dead segre- er money supporting abortion. He later South Carolina, the only black senator landing by a spacecraft on the far side of the moon, by China in gationist senators, Democrats James reversed his position. from his party. January. Eastland of Mississippi and Herman He’s among the more than 20 candi- Scott said that Biden “should have Abdul Lotiff, 28, a retail security company manager in Mason Talmadge of Georgia, to argue that dates who will be in South Carolina this used a different group of senators” to City, Iowa, also favors a return to the moon. He sees economic benefits there, with the resulting new tech spilling into areas Washington functioned more smoothly weekend to make their case to black make his point but that his remarks outside the space business. In addition, he said, if and when Earth a generation ago than under today’s voters at a series of events. “have nothing to do with his position on becomes overpopulated, the moon could serve as a springboard “broken” hyperpartisanship. Meanwhile, most of the candidates race” issues. Scott said the reaction for humanity's expansion into space. “We didn’t agree on much of any- will gather in Miami next week for the reflects an intense environment for The survey asked Americans to directly choose between the thing,” Biden said of the two men, who first presidential debate of the primary Democrats in which the desire to defeat moon and Mars for exploration by U.S. astronaut. The red planet were prominent lawmakers when Biden season. Biden will almost certainly face Trump means “anything the front-run- was the winner by about double: 37% compared with 18%. was elected in 1972. Biden described criticism for the comments. ner says that is off by a little bit” will be However, 43% said neither destination was a priority. Talmadge as “one of the meanest guys I He tried to defuse the tension by say- magnified. For Americans under 45 — born after NASA's Apollo moonshots — Mars came out on top by an even larger margin: 50% prefer a Mars trip, versus 17% for the moon. A third said neither should be a priority. For those 45 and older, 52% said neither Mars nor the moon Supreme Court upholds cross on public land in Maryland should be a priority as a human destination. Of that age bracket, 26% preferred sending astronauts to Mars and 19% to the moon. WASHINGTON (AP) — The public land doesn't violate the First argued that the cross should be moved to As for the White House's deadline of returning astronauts to Supreme Court says a World War I Amendment's establishment clause. private property or modified into a non- the moon within five years — NASA is aiming for the water ice- memorial in the shape of a 40-foot-tall That clause prohibits the government religious monument such as a slab or rich lunar south pole by 2024 — about 4 in 10 Americans cross can continue to stand on public from favoring one religion over others. obelisk. favored the plan, versus 2 in 10 against. The remainder had no land in Maryland. The cross' challengers included the Maryland officials who took over strong opinion either way. The court has rejected a challenge to District of Columbia-based American maintenance of the cross decades ago The good news, at least for NASA and its contractors, is that the nearly 100-year-old memorial. The Humanist Association, a group that argued that the cross has a secular pur- 60% of Americans believe the benefits of the space program justices have ruled that its presence on includes atheists and agnostics. They pose and meaning. have justified the cost.

Climate of Guilt Continued from Page 4 other factors that scientists say increase the greenhouse more tickets in 2018 than the previous year. Even the number In the meantime, airlines are trying to address customer effect from flying. of business travelers is up, rising 12% in the first three months concerns even as they prepare to fight new emissions taxes. Compared with rail travel, planes fare particularly poorly. of this year, the company said. “It’s obviously a hot topic and something we’re seeing par- Bjorstrand’s train journey from Nykoping to the Danish Pushback against flight-shaming is coming from some ticularly in the European market,” said Steffen Milchsack, capital Copenhagen weighs in at 2.4 kilograms (5.3 pounds) of unlikely sources. spokesman for Lufthansa. The German airlines group wants to CO2 per person, according to an online calculator created by Anders Levermann, a scientist at the Potsdam Institute for start using synthetic kerosene produced with renewable energy the Germany-based Institute for Energy and Environmental Climate Impact Research, believes that the world needs to stop in coming years and recently began paying a small fee to com- Studies consultancy. That compares with over 118 kilograms adding carbon to the atmosphere by mid-century if it wants to pensate the carbon emissions caused by staff travel. (260 pounds) of CO2 for a one-way flight. keep average temperature increases below 2 degrees Celsius Such small, voluntary payments — known as offsets — are Such amounts quickly take a big chunk out of the annual (3.6 Fahrenheit) as outlined in the 2015 Paris accord. preferred by airlines over government-imposed taxes or carbon carbon budget of 2,000 kilograms per person that scientists say But an abrupt end to air travel could have disastrous conse- caps. would be sustainable. quences for society, Levermann warns. So far, a majority of passengers are still unwilling to pay The rail journey is almost twice as long by train — 5 ½ “I think travelling in general brings people together,” he more for flights or fly less. A survey by the German travel hours compared with three hours of flying and transit — but said. “That includes aviation.” agents’ association, DRV, found that only 2% of air travel last that’s fine with the family. There’ll be plenty of time for Oscar, Levermann argues that the climate movement shouldn’t year was offset. 9, to pore over his comic books and Gabriel, 11, to read up on focus only on air travel. But Julia Zhu, a spokeswoman for Atmosfair, a German World War II history or just watch the lush green forests and “At the moment it is treated like whales for biodiversity,” he nonprofit organization, says the amount of CO2 offsets it pro- lakes of southern Sweden glide by. said. “It’s a poster child.” cessed rose from 550,000 tons in 2017 to 800,000 tons last Last year, Sweden’s forests literally went up in smoke as the A more effective way to reduce carbon emissions would be year. country experienced a heat wave that led to wildfires unprec- to pressure political leaders into taking decisions that have a “The summer of 2018 was sort of a turning point,” she said. edented in its modern history, driving home the possible con- nationwide or global effect, rather than guilt-tripping individu- Atmosfair uses money from offsets — typically a few euros sequences of global warming for this rich Nordic nation. als into minimizing their carbon footprint, said Levermann. (dollars) per person for a short-haul flight — to support small- It was around that time that Thunberg, then a 15-year-old There is some hope that governments will act. Environmental scale carbon reduction efforts, such as buying efficient cook- student in Stockholm, began staging weekly protests outside parties were one of the big winners of last month’s European ing stoves for families in Africa and Asia. parliament that inspired similar demonstrations by teens and Union Parliament elections. Leaders of the 28-nation bloc will Zhu said companies are increasingly deciding to offset busi- young adults elsewhere. Thunberg has become a celebrity this week debate a long-term strategy on climate change, while ness travel, with a similar effort underway among U.S. aca- among environmentalists for her heartfelt speeches, savvy use lower-ranking officials meet in The Hague to discuss taxing demics. Murphy believes grassroots efforts to fly less could of social media and willingness to take long train journeys to aviation fuel and airline tickets. ultimately have a significant impact. attend events in Rome, Vienna or London. “For decades, governments have failed to regulate aviation Pia Bjorstrand, however, isn’t prepared to give up flying In Sweden, this stance against air travel has spawned the emissions,” said Andrew Murphy, an aviation expert at altogether just yet. Last winter, like many sun-starved term “flygskam,” or “flight shame.” Belgium-based pressure group Transport and Environment. Scandinavians, the family took a long-distance flight. They “I can see guilt growing,” said Bjorstrand. “Some colleagues Some pin their hopes on technological advances in aviation, bought carbon credits to offset the trip to Namibia. try not to talk to me about their long-haul flights.” including electric planes, though viable battery-powered mod- “The U.S. or Africa or Southeast Asia, it’s hard to go by The main Swedish train operator, SJ, says it sold 1.5 million els aren’t on the horizon yet. train,” she said. THE WESTFIELD NEWS www.thewestfieldnews.com THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 - PAGE 9 SPORTS

Devin Kellogg (17) goes airborne while trying to get to first. Starfires pitcher Justin Butz on the mound Wednesday night against the Brockton Rox. Starfires execute dramatic comeback win WESTFIELD – Refusing to be defeated on their home turf, focussed. the Westfield Starfires beat the Brockton Rox 6-5 after going “Coach came to the mound earlier and chewed us out a little six innings without putting a run on the boar in a Futures bit,” Dale said. “He told us to keep our heads in the game, Collegiate Baseball League contest at Bullens Field Wednesday keep playing, and it would get done. We got a little rally and night. after that it just took off.” Starfires pitcher Pat Gallagher walked away with the win, With a runner on base and the score all tied up after Dale’s recording two strikeouts in three innings pitched while clutch home run, second baseman Devin Kellogg took to the Brockton’s Owen Langan departed the Whip City with a loss. plate and made his team proud with a walk-off single. The outcome of the matchup looked bleak for Westfield The crucial hit came with two outs and two strikes on with six scoreless innings, allowing Brockton to take a five- Kellogg; an intense situation that he handled with ease, solidi- run lead heading into the last three innings. The Starfies turned fying a well deserved win for the relentless Starfires. it around in true comeback fashion, scoring four runs in the Kellogg said it was a scenario that he was familiar with and seventh thanks to a hard hit single from Tommy Quinn, a had experienced many times before, so he knew just how to handful of walks and aggressive base running. handle it. Brockton seemed on edge as they blew their comfortable “I wasn’t nervous. I’ve been in situations like that and I’ve lead and failed to pick up any additional runs for the remainder been nervous before,” Kellogg said. “You just have to try not of play. The Rox hoped that they could shut the Starfires down to do too much. You have to trust yourself and good things will on the defensive end for a win, but Westfield had other plans. happen.” Starfires shortstop Elijah Dale strode up to the plate with Kellogg said that he and his teammates never put their heads determination and confidence for the first at-bat of the ninth down and tried to keep the mood light and positive going into inning. Dale delivered a hard hit ball to right field, clearing the the last few innings. fence with ease and resulting in a solo home run; his first as a “We were just having fun; that’s it.” Kellogg said. “We Starfire that tied the game at 5-all. weren’t worrying about the score that much; we just went out Dale said that when he went up to the plate all he was think- there and had fun and just played our game.” – Courtesy of ing about was making contact. A pep talk from the Starfires Audrey Gamble/Westfield Starfires coaching staff helped to keep Dale and the rest of the Starfires

Chris Walsh (36) zeroes in on the ball.

Bryce Walker (5) avoids the pickoff as he scrambles back to Elijah Dale (4) and Devin Kellogg (17) try to get the out at second Photos by Marc St.Onge first. base. Rodríguez, Red Sox recover from 17-inning loss, beat Twins By BRIAN HALL that." final 12 batters he faced after Kepler's homer. Rochester, and the team selected the contract Associated Press Boston scored three runs in the second, fifth "Ultimately, he was able to persevere of right-hander Sean Poppen from Triple-A. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Eduardo and eighth innings to win for the seventh time through some innings where he had to work a Poppen, a 19th-round draft choice in 2016 out Rodríguez knew his job was to pile up innings in eight games. The AL Central-leading Twins little bit," Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli of Harvard, made his major league debut and after the Boston Red Sox had to go 17 innings have dropped three of four and lost a home said of Rodriguez. "Early on, we thought allowed three runs in four innings. in Tuesday's loss at Minnesota. series for just the second time this season. maybe we'd have the opportunity to get to him Baldelli said after the game that Poppen Even after giving up runs early Wednesday Kyle Gibson (7-4) couldn't lighten the load with the kinds of at-bats we were having. would be optioned back to Rochester. night, Rodriguez wasn't going to be taken out. on Minnesota's bullpen. He tied a career high Ultimately, he did a nice job. TRAINER'S ROOM He had to handle the workload, regardless of with five walks and threw 94 pitches in 4 1/3 DEVERS HURT Red Sox: Nathan Eovaldi (right elbow) results. innings, allowing six runs on seven hits. Boston's Rafael Devers left in fifth inning threw for the third straight day. Cora said The Boston left-hander picked up the team's "That might have been some of the worst with tightness in his right hamstring. He was Eovaldi would take a day off and the team bullpen, Brock Holt drove in three runs and stuff I've had in quite a while," Gibson said. injured running out an infield single. Cora said would map out his next throwing session. ... the Red Sox beat the Twins 9-4 on Wednesday "Frustrating night knowing that anything that Devers would likely be out of the lineup Heath Hembree (right elbow extensor strain) night. looked like a quality start was a win, unfortu- Friday, but called his third baseman day to played catch before the game. "It was a matter of him giving us a chance nately, but I didn't get it done." day. Twins: To make room on the 40-man roster to win or giving (up) a lot of runs and going Eddie Rosario's RBI single put Minnesota "I just felt that it was a little bit tight," for Poppen, Minnesota moved Adalberto deep in the game regardless," Boston manager ahead in the first, but Holt, Michael Chavis Devers said through an interpreter. "It's not as Mejía to the 60-day disabled list. Mejía has Alex Cora said. "So, I think he liked giving us and Mookie Betts each had RBI singles in the bad as what I dealt with last year. Hopefully, I been out since the start of May with a right a chance to win and get that 'W.' He's been second. can go out there and play, but it's up to the calf strain. good." Willians Astudillo and Max Kepler homered coaches to see if they let me play on Friday." UP NEXT Rodríguez (8-4) allowed four runs and eight in the fourth to give the Twins a 4-3 lead, but ROSTER MOVES Red Sox: Following an off day, Boston hits, but more important, he lasted seven Boston rallied again. The Red Sox placed Hector Velázquez on returns home Friday against Toronto. Chris innings after the Red Sox used eight relievers Xander Bogaerts ripped an RBI double to the injured list with a lower back strain and Sale (3-7, 3.49 ERA) takes the mound for the in Tuesday's marathon. Rodriguez has gone at left. Holt plated another run with a sacrifice recalled right-hander Josh Smith from Triple-A Red Sox with the Jays starting Trent Thornton least seven in his past two starts, relying more fly and Chavis chased Gibson with his second Pawtucket. Velázquez pitched four innings in (2-5, 4.36). Sale has allowed two total runs on his fastball and changeup mix, and has hit. Tuesday's game, but had a recurrence of the over his past three starts and has struck out at given the team much-needed innings in each "Last night, you start playing that many back injury that forced him to the injured list least 10 in four straight games. outing. innings, guys get a little antsy, maybe try to do before he returned Tuesday. Twins: Jake Odorizzi (10-2, 2.24) will try to "It means a lot to save the bullpen, go out a little bit too much," Holt said. "I feel like our Minnesota placed Marwin Gonzalez on the keep his run going as Minnesota opens a four- there and give seven innings," Rodriguez said. situational hitting was pretty solid tonight. We injured list with a right hamstring strain. The game series at Kansas City on Thursday. "I think for me, it's something I've tried to do got a guy on third, we got him in, for the most Twins also placed reliever Blake Parker on the Odorizzi has won 10 straight decisions and a long time. I had a chance the last two starts part. Just better approaches tonight, I think." family medical emergency list. beat the Royals in his last start. Kansas City to help the bullpen and feel really good with Rodríguez settled in and retired 11 of the Astudillo was recalled from Triple-A will start Glenn Sparkman (1-3, 4.01).

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Thurs., June 20 Tues., July 2 Fri., July 12 Sat., July 27 Westfield Starfires @ Brockton North Shore @ Westfield Starfires, Westfield Starfires @ Brockton Worcester @ Westfield Starfires, Fri., June 21 6:30 p.m. Sun., July 14 6:30 p.m. Pittsfield @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Wed., July 3 Westfield Starfires @ Brockton Mon., July 29 Sun., June 23 Brockton @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Tues., July 16 Pittsfield @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Bristol @ Westfield Starfires, 5 p.m. Fri., July 5 League All-Star Game @ Pittsfield Tues., July 30 Mon., June 24 North Shore @ Westfield Starfires, Thurs., July 18 North Shore @ Westfield Starfires, Worcester @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Westfield Starfires @ North Shore 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Sat., July 6 Fri., July 19 Wed., July 31 Tues., June 25 Worcester @ Westfield Starfires, Westfield Starfires @ Nashua North Shore @ Westfield Starfires, Pittsfield @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Sat., July 20 6:30 p.m. Wed., June 26 Sun., July 7 Westfield Starfires @ Bristol Thurs., Aug. 1 Nashua @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Worcester @ Westfield Starfires, 5 p.m. Sun., July 21 Worcester @ Westfield Starfires, Thurs., June 27 Mon., July 8 Westfield Starfires @ Worcester 6:30 p.m. Westfield Starfires @ Brockton Westfield Starfires @ Pittsfield Tues., July 23 Fri., Aug. 2 Fri., June 28 Tues., July 9 Westfield Starfires @ North Shore Westfield Starfires @ Brockton Westfield Starfires @ Worcester Bristol @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Wed., July 24 Sat., Aug. 3 Sat., June 29 Wed., July 10 Westfield Starfires @ Pittsfield Westfield Starfires @ Worcester Nashua @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Nashua @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m. Thurs., July 25 Sun., Aug. 4 Sun., June 30 Thurs., July 11 Westfield Starfires @ Nashua Westfield Starfires @ Pittsfield Brockton @ Westfield Starfires, 5 p.m. Westfield Starfires @ Bristol Fri., July 26 Bristol @ Westfield Starfires, 6:30 p.m.

Rally for Westfield Sports Inaugural Golf Tournament WESTFIELD — On May 11, the first of what will be an annual golf tournament was held to Tekoa Monday Night Golf League raise money to support all youth and high school sports programs through scholarships and/or financial support. This non-profit group would like to thank the field of golfers as well as the Standing Week of June 17TH following sponsors. Corporate sponsors: Industrial Technical Services and Westfield Savings Week 6/17 Bank; gold sponsors: People’s United Bank, Rally’s Sports Bar and Williams Distributing; Team 3 14 1/2 Jim Kenny -Bob Thompson silver sponsors: Able Machine Tool Sales, Air 1 Flight, Aubuchon Hardware, Bryce Drywall, Team 5 11 1/2 Mike Parent-Joe Vaschak Commercial Distributing, Dave Dirico Golf Shop, JD Rivet & Co., John S Lane & Son, Inc, Team 1 11 Darren Galczynski-Jim Tinker JW Cole Financial, Partners Restaurant, and The Cup. Applications for scholarships will being Team 2 10 Mickey Donnachie-Kirk Tewksbury with the fall 2019 season. Team 8 9 1/2 Jeff Haluch-Tim Dion Team 7 9 1/2 John McCormack-Jeff Martin Team 6 9 Tristan Kiendzior-Dominic Costanzie Team 10 9 Adam Dasilva-Cole Morrison Team 12 8 1/2 Scott Ramsdell-Josh Adams Team 4 8 Jeremy Beltrandi-Dave Prouty Team 9 8 Chip Ashwell-Jim Sullivan Team 11 7 1/2 Steve Mascadrelli-Mike Moran Jr Team 14 6 1/2 Par Team 13 3 1/2 Tom Denton-Randy Christensen

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LITTLE LEAGUE SOFTBALL ALL-STARS Sat., June 22 Sun., June 30 Sat., July 13 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 10-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT PLAY 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Westfield vs. Agawam, Sadie Knox Field, Westfield at Northampton, Sheldon Field, DOUBLE HEADER 6 p.m. 1 p.m. (at Woburn) Teams.Time TBD Mon., June 24 Tues., July 2 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Sun., July 14 Westfield at Agawam, Agawam HS, 6 p.m. TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 10-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP (at Woburn, if necessary) Wed., June 26 TBD Teams/Time TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Westfield vs. Agawam, Sadie Knox Field, Fri., July 5 Sat., July 20 6 p.m. 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 10-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 10-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT PLAY TBD DOUBLE HEADER Westfield vs. Agawam, Sadie Knox FIeld, (at Lynn) 6 p.m. Sun., July 7 Teams/Time TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Sat., June 29 TBD Sun., July 21 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 10-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TBD (at Lynn, if necessary) Teams/Time TBD

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL - SENIOR LEAGUE SCHEDULE Tues., June 18 Wed., June 26 Sat., July 6 Westfield Post 124 vs. Wilbraham Red, Bullens Westfield Post 124 vs. Northampton, Jachym Westfield Post 124 @ Agawam, Agawam HS, 1 Field, 7 p.m. Field, 5:45 p.m. p.m.

Wed., June 19 Thurs., June 27 Mon., July 8 Westfield Post 124 @ East Springfield, Forest Westfield Post 124 vs. East Longmeadow, Westfield Post 124 vs. Belchertown, Jachym Park #1, 5:45 p.m. Bullens Field, 7 p.m. Field, 5:45 p.m.

Thurs., June 20 Sat., June 29 Wed., July 10 Westfield Post 124 vs. Aldenville, Bullens Field, Westfield Post 124 @ Wilbraham Blue, Spec Westfield Post 124 @ East Longmeadow, 7 p.m. Pond, 4:30 p.m. ELHS, 5:45 p.m.

Mon., June 24 Mon., July 1 Thurs., July 11 Westfield Post 124 @ Ludlow, Whitney Park, Westfield Post 124 vs. Greenfield, Jachym Westfield Post 124 @ Monson, Legion Field 5:45 p.m. FIeld, 5:45 p.m. (Palmer), 7 p.m.

Tues., June 25 Wed., July 3 Sun., July 13 Westfield Post 124 vs. Pittsfield, Jachym Field, Westfield Post 124 @ Aldenville, Fortin Field, 7 Westfield Post 124 vs. Longmeadow, Jachym 5:45 p.m. p.m. Field, 1 p.m.

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL ALL-STARS

Fri., June 21 Westfield at Longmeadow, Strople Field, 6 p.m. 11-YEAR-OLDS Mon., July 15 Gateway vs. Belchertown, Pettis Field, Fri., July 5 11-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 5:45 p.m. 12-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT PLAY TBD Teams/Site/Time TBD 10-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Sat., June 22 9-YEAR-OLDS TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS Westfield vs. Easthampton, Ralph E. Sanville Westfield at Belchertown, Mini Fenway, 4 p.m. Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m. Tues., July 16 10-YEAR-OLDS 11-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Westfield at Easthampton, Milne Field, 6 p.m. Sat., July 6 TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT PLAY 10-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Sun., June 23 Teams/Site/Time TBD TBD 11-YEAR-OLDS 11-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP Westfield vs. Northampton, Ralph E. Sanville Teams/Site/Time TBD Wed., July 17 Memorial Field (Cross Street), 3:30 p.m. 10-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Gateway at Agawam, Memorial Field, 2 p.m. Teams/Site/Time TBD (Double Elimination) 10-YEAR-OLDS Teams/Site/Time TBD Westfield vs. Southampton, Ralph E. Sanville Sun., July 7 Memorial Field (Cross Street), 12:30 p.m. 9-YEAR-OLDS Thurs., July 18 Westfield at Agawam, Memorial Field, 1 p.m. 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Mon., June 24 (Double Elimination) 12-YEAR-OLDS Mon., July 8 Teams/Site/Time TBD Westfield at Southampton, Conant Field, 6 p.m. 12-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT PLAY Teams/Site/Time TBD Fri., July 19 Tues., June 25 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 10-YEAR-OLDS Tues., July 9 (Double Elimination) Westfield vs. Amherst, Ralph E. Sanville 9-YEAR-OLDS Teams/Site/Time TBD Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m. Westfield at Easthampton, Milne Field, 6 p.m. Sat., July 20 Wed., June 26 Wed., July 10 12-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 12-YEAR-OLDS 12-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT SEMIFINALS Teams/Site/Time TBD Westfield vs. Amherst, Ralph E. Sanville Teams/Site/Time TBD 11-YEAR-OLDS STATE SEMIFINALS Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m. (at Salem) 11-YEAR-OLDS Thurs., July 11 Teams/Time TBD Westfield at Gateway, Pettis Field, 5:45 p.m. 12-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP 10-YEAR-OLDS STATE SEMIFINALS Teams/Site/Time TBD (at Salem) Thurs., June 27 9-YEAR-OLDS Teams/Time TBD 10-YEAR-OLDS Westfield vs. Longmeadow, Ralph E. Sanville Westfield at Agawam, Memorial Field, 6 p.m. Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m. Sun., July 21 11-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Sat., June 29 Fri., July 2 (at Salem) 12-YEAR-OLDS 12-YEAR-OLDS Teams/Time TBD Westfield at Easthampton, Milne Field, 10 a.m. Westfield vs. Longmeadow, Paper Mill Field, 10-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 11-YEAR-OLDS 7 p.m. (at Salem) Westfield vs. Belchertown, Ralph E. Sanville Teams/Time TBD Memorial Field (Cross Street), 12:30 p.m. Fri., July 12 Gateway at Northampton, McDonald Field, 11-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Thurs., July 25 11 a.m. TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE TOURNAMENT 10-YEAR-OLDS 10-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS (at Middleboro) Westfield at Holyoke 1, Mayer Field, 3 p.m. TBD Pool Play

Mon., July 1 Sat., July 13 Fri., July 26 12-YEAR-OLDS 11-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE TOURNAMENT Westfield vs. Agawam, Ralph E. Sanville TBD (at Middleboro) Memorial Field (Cross Street), 6 p.m. 10-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Pool Play 11-YEAR-OLDS TBD Westfield at Agawam, Memorial Field, 6 p.m. 9-YEAR-OLDS Sat., July 27 10-YEAR-OLDS Westfield vs. Agawam, Ralph E. Sanville 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE TOURNAMENT Westfield vs. Longmeadow, Paper Mill Field, Memorial Field (Cross Street), 12:30 p.m. (at Middleboro) 7 p.m. Pool Play Sun., July 14 Wed., July 3 11-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS Sun., July 28 11-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT SEMFINALS TBD 12-YEAR-OLDS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Teams/Site/Time TBD 10-YEAR-OLDS SECTIONALS (at Middleboro) 10-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT SEMIFINALS TBD Teams/TIme TBD Teams/Site/Time TBD 9-YEAR-OLDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP 9-YEAR-OLDS Teams/Site/Time TBD

Find the latest Westfield News sports coverage on PAGE 12 - THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS TV Sports Listings Dear Thursday, June 20 MLB — Colorado at Arizona (joined in progress) AUTO RACING 8 p.m. Annie 4:55 a.m. (Friday) MLB — NY Mets at Chicago Cubs OR Minnesota at By ANNIE LANE ESPN2 — Formula One: The French Grand Prix, prac- Kansas City tice session 1, France NBA BASKETBALL COLLEGE BASEBALL 7 p.m. Talking Over 8 p.m. ESPN — NBA Draft 2019: From Brooklyn, N.Y. ESPN2 — College World Series: Teams TBD, Game ESPNU — NBA Draft 2019: From Brooklyn, N.Y. a Loud Speaker 10, Omaha, Neb. NBA — NBA Draft 2019: From Brooklyn, N.Y. Dear Annie: I need to vent here. I have a group of girl- friends, and there is one, “Melanie,” who dominates the con- GOLF 7:30 p.m. versation. Melanie’s voice is louder than mine so if I am tell- 5:30 a.m. ESPN — NBA Draft 2019: From Brooklyn, N.Y. ing a story or asking a question, she will just blare out what- ever is on her mind. Another annoying habit: Even if someone GOLF — European Tour Golf: BMW International ESPNU — NBA Draft 2019: From Brooklyn, N.Y. is talking directly to Melanie, she often starts turning her head Open, first round, Germany away from that person and trying to listen to the other girls’ SOCCER (MEN’S) conversations. Last night was the final straw. I am finding 7:30 a.m. 7 p.m. myself not wanting to participate in lunches or dinners out when she is there. How do I tell her to “shut up”? A few of the GOLF — PGA Tour Golf: Travelers Championship, FS1 — CONCACAF Gold Cup: Nicaragua vs. Haiti, other girls feel the same as I do. -- Timid Voice first round, Cromwell, Conn. Group B, Frisco, Texas Dear Timid Voice: The thing about loud people is that they usually don’t realize they’re being loud. Sure, they might 12 p.m. 9:30 p.m. know that they have a tendency to be loud, as some friends GOLF — PGA Tour Golf: Travelers Championship, FS1 — CONCACAF Gold Cup: Costa Rica vs. Ber- and family have likely pointed this out to them over the years. But in the actual moment when they are raising their voices 10 first round, Cromwell, Conn. muda, Group B, Frisco, Texas decibels above the rest, they lack self-awareness. 3 p.m. All that is to say, Timid Voice, that it’s time to speak up. If SOCCER (WOMEN’S) you’re sharing a story and Melanie starts in, take a deep GOLF — PGA Tour Golf: Travelers Championship, 12 p.m. breath, smile and say: “Hold that thought, Melanie. As I was saying...” Repeatedly and kindly bringing Melanie’s attention first round, Cromwell, Conn. FOX — FIFA World Cup: Netherlands vs. Canada, to the fact that she’s interrupting should -- hopefully -- quell 6 p.m. Group E, France the behavior, in time. If not, a candid conversation should do the trick: Ask if she realizes that sometimes she interrupts you, GOLF — LPGA Tour Golf: KPMG Women’s PGA FS1 — FIFA World Cup: Cameroon vs. New Zealand, and that it makes you feel less heard. Any friend worth having Championship, first round, Chaska, Minn. Group E, France would make an effort to dial it down after that. Dear Annie: Please remind people to choose their words 12 a.m. (Friday) 3 p.m. carefully with someone who grieves. What you think they GOLF — Asian Tour Golf: Kolon Korea Open, second FOX — FIFA World Cup: Sweden vs. U.S., Group F, need to hear may be what you needed when grieving. Saying, “I’m sorry for your loss” may seem inadequate, but it is OK. round, South Korea France You don’t know what they need, or want. I had two different pastors say things with no malicious intent that I found diffi- 5:30 a.m. (Friday) FS1 — FIFA World Cup: Thailand vs. Chile, Group F, cult. Everyone’s grief is on a different timeline. Telling some- GOLF — European Tour Golf: BMW International France one they “need to pull up their big boy or girl pants” may wound, giving them the added burden of forgiving you. Open, second round, Germany TRACK AND FIELD If they ask for something, please consider it, even if you say HORSE RACING 2 p.m. no. If you say no, do it gently, or maybe ask someone else to help. One pastor hesitated about my request for small meals. 8:30 a.m. NBCSN — IAAF World Challenge: From Czech Re- When I called her to say it was OK if she didn’t, she said: NBCSN — International Horse Racing: Royal Ascot public (taped) “Good. That’s really a matter of self-care.” When she experienced loss, she had a loving husband and family around her. I Day 3, England WNBA BASKETBALL do not. And please, if you cannot cope with someone’s display of MLB BASEBALL 8 p.m. emotion, don’t say, “Get a hold of yourself.” Again, a simple, 2 p.m. CBSSN — Phoenix at Dallas “I am so sorry for your sorrow” will suffice. I will forgive, and prayerfully forget. We all must when MLB — Cleveland at Texas 10 p.m. words hurt that were not meant to do so, but I hope your read- 5 p.m. CBSSN — Washington at Las Vegas ers will be a bit more aware of what I’m writing about. Thank you. -- 20 Days Into Grief. Dear 20 Days: I am so, so sorry for your loss. Your letter might lessen the suffering of at least one person by teaching others how best to be compassionate. Thanks for your honesty. “Ask Me Anything: A Year of Advice From Dear Annie” is out now! Annie Lane’s debut book -- featuring favorite col- On The Tube umns on love, friendship, family and etiquette -- is available as a paperback and e-book. Visit http://www.creatorspublish- ing.com for more information. Send your questions for Annie Lane to [email protected]. MSNBC deal with S. Carolina

HINTS FROM HELOISE Dems rankles other media outlets A SUMMER SOUP By MEG KINNARD and DAVID BAUDER make up the majority of the Democratic primary electorate in Dear Heloise: A couple of years ago, I Associated Press South Carolina. served your Sparkling Papaya Soup to three COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s Democratic MSNBC’s audience is 21% African American during the friends who came for lunch, and it was a leader says he granted MSNBC exclusive live rights to this week but jumps to 30% on the weekend, when Reid and fantastic first course! Everyone loved it, but weekend’s party convention because the network agreed to Sharpton have regular shows. The network has received now I can’t find the recipe. Will you please show speeches from 21 presidential contenders and offered a some criticism for a lack of diversity with its all-white week- reprint it? -- Esther P. in Arizona strong chance to reach black voters. night lineup of hosts from 4 p.m. to midnight. Esther, this is such a refreshing tropical soup on a warm day. Here it is: The coverage arrangement for the event, a stop in a key A South Carolina public television station, SCETV, con- Sparkling Papaya Soup early primary state and a chance for candidates to make their firmed Wednesday that it will livestream the convention on 2 large, ripe papayas, peeled and cut into case before next week’s opening debate, angered other media its YouTube channel and Facebook page. Other outlets may large cubes outlets. tape Saturday’s proceedings, which run all day in the capital 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt (nonfat won’t work) C-SPAN says it shuts them out of a previously open polit- city of Columbia, but may not broadcast anything until three 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice ical event it has covered live for many years. Journalist hours after its afternoon conclusion. 1/4 cup mild-flavored honey, such as clover honey Roland Martin, former host at TV One, said the “terrible” Scully said he doesn’t blame MSNBC for making the deal; 1 cup sparkling water, divided decision hurts black-owned media outlets. Fox News Channel journalists always seek exclusivity. But it has made him 4 sprigs of mint for garnish lodged a complaint. check with Democratic officials in states like Iowa and New Place the papaya, 1/2 cup of yogurt, lime juice and honey in a “These are the events that should be open to all media,” Hampshire to make sure other events won’t face similar food processor, reserving some of the papaya for garnish. Process said Steve Scully, political editor at C-SPAN, which spent restrictions. until smooth. Add 1/2 cup of the sparkling water and continue $13,351 to give out tote bags to attendees of Saturday’s ses- Robertson said that more than 100 members of the media processing until blended. Keep chilled until ready to serve. Just sion. had been given permission to cover the event, albeit with before serving, add the remaining sparkling water and mix well. State Party Chairman Trav Robertson said Wednesday that restrictions, and that no credential request had been denied. Garnish each serving with papaya cubes, 1 tablespoon yogurt and MSNBC did not pay for the exclusive arrangement. “We understand that any time we try to do something new a mint sprig. Makes 4 servings. “This is a fair and equitable way to get time for every can- or different, we’re going to take criticism,” he said. If you enjoy delicious recipes that will fill you up but not weigh didate running for office,” he said. The deal further solidifies MSNBC, which is simulcasting you down, you’ll love my pamphlet Heloise’s Spectacular Soups. Two of MSNBC’s African American anchors, Joy Reid and next week’s debate with NBC News, as a friendly forum for To order a copy, send $5, along with a stamped (70 cents), self- the Rev. Al Sharpton, will be live all day from the event, Democrats. While it will show live speeches from 21 addressed, long envelope, to: Heloise/Soups. P.O. Box 795001, interviewing each candidate after he or she addresses the Democratic candidates this weekend, the network aired none San Antonio, TX 78279-5001. Your friends will love this chilled, tasty surprise on a hot day. -- Heloise convention. The network was chosen in part, Robertson said, of Republican President Donald Trump’s campaign kickoff because of Reid and Sharpton’s appeal to black voters, who in Florida on Tuesday night.

U2 guitarist won’t get to build mansions on Malibu hillside MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — A plan California Coastal Commission by U2 guitarist The Edge to build a improperly granted Evans’ 2015 cluster of mansions on a ridgeline permit. above Malibu appears to be dead The compound’s green pitch after California’s highest court didn’t get very far with neighboring declined to consider his last-ditch residents and environmental appeal. groups, which raised concerns The musician, whose real name about biological and visual effects is David Evans, staged a 14-year in such sensitive habitat. legal fight to build five large, eco- Sierra Club lawyer Dean Wallraff friendly homes dubbed Leaves in said Wednesday that the $100 mil- the Wind in an undeveloped section lion development would have been of the Santa Monica Mountains a “scar” on an untouched hillside. west of Los Angeles. Evans’ representatives didn’t The state Supreme Court decided respond to requests for comment. last week not to review a lower If Evans wants to pursue the court ruling, which denied approval building process again, he has to to build on the land after the Sierra start at the beginning by reapplying Club sued to block construction. to the Los Angeles County The lower court said the Department of Regional Planning. The Edge THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 - PAGE 13

SPEED BUMP Dave Coverly AGNES Tony Cochran RUBES Leigh Rubin

ARCHIE Fernando Ruiz and Craig Boldman

DADDY’S HOME Tony Rubino and Gary Markstein YOUR Contract Bridge HOROSCOPE By Jaqueline Bigar

HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Thursday, June 20, 2019: This year, you will feel more stabilized than you have for several years. Nevertheless, you have a segment or person in your life that always adds excitement. If single, you will tumble into an intense relationship. En- joy. If attached, the two of you enjoy your life together. You always seem to be willing DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker to take the next step or a risk. Your sweetie might not be as willing to break new ground as you. He or she will eventually go along with it. AQUARIUS encourages taking risks.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Emphasize your friends and long- term concerns. How you feel and what you do might have a compulsive tone. Keep your focus on friends and goals. Tonight: Count your change. SCARY GARY Mark Buford TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH You could act in a most unpredict- able manner, not even realizing the impact you have on others. Be aware of the impli- cations of your actions. Consider that you want to make a good impression. Tonight: Others join you, wherever you are. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH You have the energy and direc- tion to hit a homerun. Look to open a new path. Others admire your independence and might consider following your lead. The Crosswords more offbeat your choices, the better time you could have. Tonight: Check out a po- DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni tential new friend. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH Deal with a loved one or partner directly. Do not put someone in between you and another person. A friend could surprise you with what he or she does and/or says. Tonight: Be with one of your favorite people. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH You love attention and probably will receive a lot from a loved one or partner. If someone judges that you’re not giving enough time and attention, you can ex- pect a rebellion like you haven’t witnessed for a while. Go with the flow of situations B.C. Mastroianni and Hart and plans in general. Tonight: Say yes to an offer. VIRGO (Aug. 23- Sept. 22) HHH You have a lot to do involving your career, a boss and/or your image. Do not push too hard to achieve the results you think you want. Since what you desire might be dependent on another person’s reaction, you might not have the control you think you do. Tonight: Soak away stress. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH You could have your hands full, especially as someone close might stun you with his or her actions and words. Tap into your creativity and join this person if you can in his or her escapade. You might want ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie to slow down afterward. Tonight: Be willing to take off at the last minute. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH Pressure builds as a partner, or someone who is involved with you on a key level, demands consideration. He or she does everything possible to get your attention. You might be amused on some level. Tonight: Surprises could happen. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH You seem determined to manifest a long-term goal. How you accept another person’s time and attention is up to you. If you feel that this person is too much of a distraction at this time, you will need to let ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett him or her know. Tonight: Out. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH Be aware of the costs of proceeding as you have. You might be more destructive than you realize. You might be taking out some frustration on a loved one or friend. Pull back and acknowledge what is going on with you. Tonight: Balance your check- book first, then go out. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH You have too much energy for your own good. You could be unusually busy trying to fulfill a request or complete a proj- Cryptoquip ect. Use your ingenuity to get through your projects faster. Tonight: Count on a friend’s ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe instability. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH Keep conversations flowing. You do not need to like everything you hear. In fact, you most likely will not appreciate what you hear. Gossip or hearsay could be wo- ven into the words. Relax and worry less. Tonight: Go for a good night’s sleep. BORN TODAY Home-improvement expert Bob Vila (1946), actress Nicole Kidman (1967), actress/singer Grace Potter (1983) *** Jacqueline Bigar is on the internet at www. jacquelinebigar.com. PAGE 14 - THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS

“Side By Side” Support Group L egal Notices A uto For Sale Help Wanted Help Wanted at the Westfield Senior Center June 20, 2019 2012 lincoln navigator (deep Red) Town of Southwick JoB oPPoRtUnitY The Westfield Senior Center’s “Side By Side” support Commonwealth of group meets on the fourth Friday of the month from 9:30 to Massachusetts Black label limited edition. custodian Busy coating, distribution fa- 11 a.m. and is open to any senior who is a little overwhelmed Premium care package to evening shift cility seeks ambitious per- with the stresses of life. Whether an older adult is dealing with The Trial Court Aug. 6, 2023 or 100K miles. sons to join our team and clean car fax. complete ser- health problems, the loss of close family members and Probate and Family Court The Town of Southwick is participate in all aspects of vice history. $31,900 seeking candidates for a pos- order processing and ma- friends, or caregiver responsibilities, the support of others, Hampden Probate and ition of a benefited (health in- chine operation no experi- often “in the same boat,” can be most helpful. Participants Family Court 413-568-1066 surance, vacation and sick ence necessary, just a good chat informally over coffee or tea and all discussions are 50 State Street leave) full-time custodial attitude. Extremely clean strictly confidential. Please consider joining the group as a Springfield, MA 01103 worker, 35 hours per week, at working environment and ex- 413-748-7758 timothY's AUto sAles. $15.50 p/h. Position works cellent benefits. “regular” or a “drop-in.” For more information, call Tina Stop by and see us! We might evenings 3 pm to 10 pm Gorman at the Senior Center, 562-6435. The Westfield Senior Docket No. HD19P1172EA have exactly what you're look- Mon-Fri. A copy of the job de- Send information to: Center is located at 45 Noble Street. ing for, if not, let us find it for scription and employment ap- [email protected] citAtion on Petition foR you! Bartlett Street, Westfield. plication can be obtained by foRmAl AdJUdicAtion (413)568-2261. specializing in coming in or contacting the Nursing Services at the Westfield Senior Center vehicles under $4,000. Select Board’s Office at 569- Nursing services are available at the Westfield Senior estate of: 5995 or on the Town of PennYsAVeR RoUte Southwick website at: dRiVeR: Center, 45 Noble Street, thanks to the generosity of Baystate David George Tse A uto & Truck Parts Noble Hospital. Mary Ellen Asher, RN, is at the Senior Center date of death 05/03/2019 www.southwickma.org The Westfield News Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon and can PLOW- Full-size, Great condi- Group has positions Applications must be re- assist older adults with blood pressure checks, medication To all interested persons: tion, used on personal property open on our weekend only. 413-569-1420. turned in hard copy form to review, blood glucose testing, and one-to-one health educa- the Select Board’s Office at Pennysaver delivery tion. There is no charge for this service and no advance A Petition for formal Adjudica- 454 College Highway, South- team. We are looking for appointments are necessary. tion of intestacy and Appoint- wick, MA 01077. Position responsible, motivated ment of Personal Representat- wAnted open until filled. The Town of adults with reliable trans- ive has been filed by Southwick is an Westfield Senior Center’s “Heaven’s Angels” Project portation. Candidates chevy camaros / chevelles / ADA/EOE/AA employer. must be team players Michelle Moniz coordinates a group at the Westfield Senior marissa l tse mustangs / ford Broncos Center who sew “angel” gowns for newborns who never make of huntington mA who are able to follow it home from the hospital. The white angel gowns are made Looking for unfinished projects directions and provide Requesting that the Court enter or in need of restoration. Will good customer service. from wedding gowns and offer comfort to strangers coping a formal Decree and Order and pay cash. town of soUthwicK Applications are avail- with the death of a child from miscarriage, stillbirth, or for such other relief as reques- able at The Westfield ted in the Petition. call eddie: 413-777-1306 dPw stormwater through neonatal loss. The baby gown is used to present the coordinator News Group office on 62 infants to their families as they say a final farewell before The Petitioner requests that: School St, Westfield, burial or cremation. The “Heaven’s Angels” group meets on The Town of Southwick DPW MA. the first Monday of the month from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the melissa A tse is seeking an energetic indi- Trucks vidual for the above position Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Street. Participants should of huntington mA at 18 hours per week. The Town of Granby, CT feel free to bring a portable sewing machine, sewing scissors, Be appointed as Personal Rep- 2003 dodGe dAKotA truck starting pay range is $20.00 and pins. Those who don’t sew can participate by dismantling resentative(s) of said estate to $80K miles, Good condition, to $25.00 p/h depending Part-Time Administrative serve on the At, Ac, Runs great. $3500 or upon qualifications and ex- wedding gowns as well as tracing and cutting patterns. Please without surety perience. Assistant (25 Hours) call the Westfield Senior Center Program Director, Mary Lou bond in an unsupervised ad- B/o. 413-568-9801 Niedzielski at 562-6435, to sign up or get additional informa- ministration. The Stormwater Coordinator Senior Center tion about the program. is primarily responsible for imPoRtAnt notice Motorcycles & ATV’s conducting activities in the Provides clerical and adminis- You have the right to obtain a field related to MS4 permit trative assistance to the Dir- Ballroom Dance at the Westfield Senior Center copy of the Petition from the compliance, inspection and ector of Human Services. Du- Do you enjoy ballroom dancing? On the fourth Monday of Petitioner or at the court. You testing of stormwater facilit- have a right to object to this ties include screening calls ies, enforcing compliance and requests for information every month from 2 to 4 p.m., the Westfield Senior Center proceeding. to do so, you or with local ordinances, admin- Great Room is the hot spot to trip the light fantastic! Couples your attorney must file a writ- istration of state codes regu- for Human, Senior and Youth and singles have the opportunity to dance the afternoon away. ten appearance and objection lating stormwater quality and Services, composing corres- Local favorite musician, Richie Mitnick provides the live at this court before: 10:00 construction activity, and re- pondence, utilizing the Town a.m. on the return day of lated assignments. financial software system and music each month. The cost is $3 per person on a pay-as-you- 07/11/2019. this is not a scheduling and coordinating go basis. No advance sign-ups are necessary. The Westfield hearing date, but a deadline Interested individuals may calendars of events. Senior Center is located at 45 Noble Street. by which you must file a writ- obtain a copy of the Position ten appearance and objection mUst sell Description and Town Em- Excellent communication, if you object to this proceed- mid-life crisis over ployment Application by con- customer service, office and Westfield Senior Center Offers “Real Estate Reality” ing. if you fail to file a timely tacting the Select Board’s Of- Are you an older adult who is thinking of buying or selling fice at 569-5995 or on the computer skills, and experi- written appearance and objec- 2005 hARleY dAVidson ence in handling highly sensit- a house, downsizing, and want to know your options? It’s tion followed by an affidavit of 1200 sPoRtsteR Town’s website at: objections within thirty (30) ive and confidential informa- never too soon to begin exploring and gathering information excellent condition! tion required. days of the return day, action only 5,400 miles www.southwickma.org for the future. Experienced Realtor and Friends of the may be taken without further Westfield Senior Center Board member Lesley Lambert is at notice to you. $4,900 or best offer Applications must be dropped Additional information, job de- the Senior Center on the second Wednesday of every month off or mailed to: scription and application may UnsUPeRVised Adminis- Extra seat, luggage rack. be obtained at: from 12:30 to 1 p.m. on the ‘Deck’ of the Great Room to get The Select Board’s Office you started in the process or answer any real estate questions tRAtion UndeR the mAs- call 413-374-8600 sAchUsetts UnifoRm PRo- 454 College Highway www.granby-ct. gov that you might have. No advance sign-ups are necessary. BAte code (mUPc) Southwick, MA 01077 A Personal Representative ap- Position open until filled. Applications will be accepted Chess at the Westfield Senior Center pointed under the mUPc in an Trailers Southwick is an A/A, EOE, until 12:00 p.m. on 7/12/19. Each Monday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m., a small dedicated unsupervised administration ADA Employer. EOE is not required to file an in- group of Chess players gathers for one of the quietest activi- ventory or annual accounts lAKe Bomoseen, VeRmont ties at the Westfield Senior Center. Les Hutton offers Chess with the court. Persons inter- 44' TRAILER, Breckenridge, 1997, mint condition, 2 fenced-in instruction and guidance to anyone who is interested in learn- ested in the estate are en- yards, dog room, full size kit- ing the game. No prior experience is necessary and Chess sets titled to notice regarding the chen and bath. Just 20 minutes are provided. Lessons are tailored to the participant’s abilities administration directly from outside Rutland. the Personal Representative 413-569-1420. and goals. Experienced players can always enjoy a friendly and may petition the court in The Westfield News game and helpful advice. The benefits of the game are numer- any matter relating to the es- ous. Chess helps to improve memory, concentration, logical tate, including the distribu- home delivery still only... tion of assets and expenses of thinking, and creativity. But most importantly, it’s an enjoy- administration. able way to exercise your brain! Drop in and join the group any Monday afternoon. The Westfield Senior Center is locat- witness, ¢ ed at 45 Noble Street. hon. Barbara m hyland, first Justice of this court. 75 Per Day “Be Aware, Be Prepared!” Packets Available Date: June 13, 2019 The thought of preparing for disasters or emergencies can be overwhelming. Planning is key! The Medical Reserve Suzanne T. Seguin Corps of Hampden County has prepared a family records Register of Probate * includes free online packet to assist in the planning process. The document is access (50¢ value) extensive but simple to complete. “Be Aware, Be Prepared!” packets are available at the Westfield Senior Center, 45 Noble Please call our Circulation Dept. Street. Once completed, the document should be kept in a ‘Art Unlimited’ at 413-562-4181 Ext. 117 or clear watertight plastic bag, ready to be taken with you in the event of a disaster if you need to evacuate your home. It is the Class at the [email protected] hope of the Medical Reserve Corps that you will never have to use the “Be Aware, Be Prepared!” document. But hope is Westfield not a plan! Senior Center “Viewpoints” Low Vision Support Group The Westfield Senior Center’s “Viewpoints” low vision WESTFIELD — Are you Looking for a support group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from an older adult who has 12:45 to 2:15 p.m. and is open to individuals with low vision always wanted to experi- and those who support them. The group is facilitated by ment with art? Consider Council On Aging Activities Aide, Agnes Fleming. Guest joining Westfield Senior speakers, group discussions, solutions and strategies for com- Center’s weekly “Art Unique Gift? mon challenges, and new friendships are just some of the Unlimited” class. The name benefits of participation. Please call Agnes Fleming at the is a reflection of the broad Senior Center, 562-6435, if you would like more information. scope of creative artistic The Westfield Senior Center is located at 45 Noble Street. techniques that the older adult students learn. In Local Legislators Hold Office Hours at the Westfield addition to paint, they Senior Center experiment with charcoal, Representative John Velis and/or his Legislative Aide, pastels, and other mediums. Emily Swanson holds office hours at the Westfield Senior Instructor Elaine Lees Center every Thursday from 11 a.m. to noon. City Council encourages each student to President Ralph Figy is generally at the Senior Center on the explore the unlimited pos- third Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon. Please take sibilities that art provides. advantage of these opportunities to meet with your local The class is offered on Westfield legislators and ask questions, voice your opinion, or Thursday afternoons from Put a picture of someone just put a face with a name. The Westfield Senior Center is 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The cost is located at 45 Noble Street. $4 per class on a pay-as- you-go basis. The class is you love on a keepsake. partially funded by a grant Zumba Gold at the Westfield Senior Center These are pictures the staff at The Instructor Becca Perron offers a Zumba Gold at the from Sarah Gillett Services Westfield Senior Center located at 45 Noble Street. Zumba for the Elderly, Inc. Because Westfield News Group have taken at no previous art experience Gold takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout of is necessary, this is a won- events throughout our communities. Zumba and makes it accessible for older adults, beginners, or derful opportunity to try others needing modifications in their exercise routine. Zumba something new! The Gold builds cardiovascular health by challenging the heart Westfield Senior Center is and working the muscles of the hips, legs, and arms with located at 45 Noble Street. dance moves. The class is offered on Mondays from 10:15 to No pre-registration is Go to www.thewestfieldnews.com visit “Photos” look for your 11 a.m. Each class is $4 on a pay-as-you-go basis. No advance required. favorite photo, then click the “Buy” icon located at the top. sign-ups are necessary. Ditch the workout and come join the party! THE WESTFIELD NEWS www.thewestfieldnews.com THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 - PAGE 15

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