www.StonebridgePress.com Friday, January 4, 2019 Newsstand: 75 cents Man arrested for fentanyl and heroin trafficking in Auburn AUBURN — On Wednesday, Dec. substance believed to be a mixture 26, a motor vehicle stop for speed- of fentanyl and lactose. ing on the Turnpike in Auburn led Gonzalez was placed under to the arrest of a man for heroin arrest and booked on the following and fentanyl trafficking. charges: Trafficking in Fentanyl, At about 7:30 p.m., Trooper Mark Trafficking in Heroin, Possession Parr stopped a 2013 Nissan Altima with Intent to Distribute a Class A Photo Courtesy on I-90 Eastbound in Auburn for substance, Conspiracy to Violate traveling approximately 95MPH in Drug Law, Unlicensed Operation AUBURN SCOUTS CLIMBING HIGH a 65MHP zone. Trooper Parr deter- of a Motor Vehicle, Negligent mined that the operator, Nelson Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and On Sunday, Dec 9, Boy Scouts from Auburn’s Troop 101 went rock wall climbing at Gonzalez, 51, of Providence, R.I., Speeding. Carabiner’s Rock Gym in New Bedford. They were accompanied by Second Year did not have a valid driver’s Gonzalez was also charged with Webelos from Pack 101. All the boys climbed, as well as some of the leaders. This has license. Child Endangerment, as there was been a yearly activity for the scouts, who were safely belayed by leaders and parents During a motor vehicle invento- a child in the vehicle at the time of who learned or reviewed their belaying - rope handling skills - with instructors. If you ry prior to towing, Trooper Parr the stop. have a child over age 11 who is interested in challenging outdoor (and indoor) activi- located approximately 544 grams Gonzalez was released on $50,000 ties, please feel free to come visit us during a Troop Meeting, held on Thursday nights of a substance believed to be a bail pending his arraignment in at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church in Auburn. mixture of heroin and fentanyl Worcester District Court. and approximately 35 grams of a Residents hope to turn Leicester’s Swan Tavern into a museum BY KEVIN FLANDERS Currently serving as the the historic Post Road con- Society and the Leicester communities in the area not NEWS STAFF WRITER temporary home for Leicester necting Boston and New York. Historical Commission are pro- to have some sort of muse- Public Library, the 1 Paxton Flash forward nearly three posing to join forces to operate um to house artifacts and LEICESTER — With the St. building was originally con- centuries, and residents are the museum if it is approved. documents,” said Leicester future of the former Swan structed in the 1700s. Located excited about the potential for Selectmen will discuss the pro- Historical Society member Tavern uncertain, residents opposite the Town Common, the building’s next chapter to posal further during meetings Kenneth Peterson. “If the two are hopeful that the historic the one-story, eight-room tav- focus on history. this month. history groups can devise a building can be turned into a ern was once a busy stop on The Leicester Historical Many residents support way to pay for basic mainte- museum. turning the building into a nance and utilities, I think museum to enable town arti- the town should keep Swan facts to be preserved and dis- Tavern.” played in one location. “Leicester is one of the few Please Read SWAN, page ­A9 Local first responders thanked for saving life

Kevin Flanders Photos Recently retired Leicester Police Chief James Hurley, right, shares stories with former town administra- tor Kevin Mizikar during a sendoff party. Community bids fond

Photo Courtesy farewell to retiring Charlton first responders pose for a photo with resident Bill Water whose life was saved on Nov. 14

Leicester Police Chief BY JASON BLEAU his house. His son was home NEWS STAFF WRITER at the time, and his son found BY KEVIN FLANDERS state representative Kate Campanale, and him on the floor in the upstairs NEWS STAFF WRITER CHARLTON – The town of of his house not breathing. He’d former town administrator Kevin Mizikar. Charlton has honored numer- Several guests shared stories from their called 911. The dispatchers did LEICESTER — From his first day as police ous first responders for their a great job initiating CPR with time working with Hurley. It was often his quick action resulting in the chief 13 years ago, James Hurley always unnoticed gestures of kindness that had the the individuals on scene. Our made the extra effort to help his communi- resuscitation of a local citizen guys luckily were here in town. most lasting impacts, guests recalled. prior to the Thanksgiving hol- ty. Residents returned the favor last month, “When I was offered the position in One was on the road and was celebrating Hurley’s career with a surprise iday. able to respond almost immedi- Leicester, he was the first person to reach Charlton Fire Chief Ed Knopf party at the Senior Center. out and welcome me to town,” said Mizikar, ately. We had in total five fire Having accepted a position with the New appeared before the Board of members there and we had four who worked with Hurley for four years. Selectmen on Dec. 18 to rec- England State Police Information Network, “His professionalism and dedication to law police officers who arrived on Hurley’s final day with the LPD was Dec. 30. ognize several members of scenes,” Knopf said. enforcement in this community were evi- his own department and the Residents and town officials know he will dent every day.” be greatly missed, but few people realized Charlton Police Department Added Belanger, who served as a select- for their quick response that exactly how many community members he man for over two decades and supported Please Read FIRST RESPONDERS, page impacted over the years. helped save the life of Charlton ­A10 Hurley’s hiring, “He has built so many great resident Bill Waters who was At the Dec. 28 sendoff party, hundreds of relationships over the years with people guests stopped into the Senior Center to wish on hand for the ceremony as from all departments in our community.” well. Knopf detailed to select- Hurley well in his next chapter. Residents, Hurley’s last few weeks in town were municipal leaders, state legislators, and men the series of events that bittersweet, as he is excited for the future played out nearly a month ear- even former town employees were on hand. but will also miss working with colleagues, Guests included selectmen, Senator Michael lier. Moore, State Representative David LeBoeuf, “On Nov. 14 at approximately former selectman Doug Belanger, former Please Read HURLEY, page ­A9 quarter of six in the evening, Mr. Waters returned home to 6 5652510391 9 2 • The Auburn News • Friday, January 4, 2019 Selectmen postpone pipeline decision in light of Valley Green Grow developments

BY JASON BLEAU continues to go through state and local R.J. Ritchie, the Senior General approach selectmen a bit too early for a NEWS STAFF WRITER application processes for their proposed Council for Liberty Utilities, detailed concrete decision. marijuana cultivation facility. the plans for the pipeline and how it “There are a lot of moving parts as to CHARLTON – Selectmen in Charlton The Valley Green Grow, or VGG, would not only benefit Valley Green what’s going on right now. VGG intends have decided to put off making a deci- project has been one of the biggest sto- Grow, but also allow opportunities for to purchase the land. They don’t have sion on a proposed natural gas pipeline ries in Charlton over the past year as other entities to utilize natural gas in that. They don’t have any licenses or installation as they await the results of the company seeks to erects an 860,000 Charlton in the future. permits. So, it would appear it’s a bit several meetings concerning the pro- square-foot greenhouse on the proper- “This is a discrete and dedicated proj- premature to have (Liberty Utilities) posed Valley Green Grow project at ty of Charlton Orchards. The project ect that’s going to be designed to expe- here right now,” Spiewak said. Charlton Orchards. has been the subject of numerous town dite service to Valley Green Grow at Old Mark Smith, President of Liberty The Charlton Board of Selectmen meetings and even a petition that suc- Worcester Road while at the same time Utilties of Massachusetts, said that the played host to a discussion with Liberty cessfully led to a bylaw change in the being designed in such a way that it will company was trying to be proactive by Utilities New England Natural gas fall. The project would include a 10,000 be able to accommodate potential future approaching selectmen when they did Company Corporation on Dec. 18 where square-foot, 18-megawatt co-generation expansion into the rest of Charlton,” and took into consideration the lengthy they were presented with details about facility to be fueled through natural gas Ritchie told selectmen. “This part of the process they will have to undergo in the company and its proposed project with Liberty Utilities being the mid- projected is for the interconnection to order to receive the approvals they need before deciding to hold off on making dle-man of sorts helping organize a con- a single contracted customer who will to begin their project of or when Valley an decisions while Valley Green Grow nection to the Tennessee Gas Pipeline. be responsible for all reasonable costs. Green Grow is ready to break ground. The meter station and the pipe are con- “We had hoped for the approval now veniently located on private property only because like any kind of filing it and that should minimalize any safety takes a while,” Smith said. “If we’re or environmental issues.” going to begin the process we’ve got to Worcester Chamber Music After a brief presentation, select- do designing and send out a proposal men had their chance to chime in on for the design and the engineering and the subject leading several members what that looks like. There’s a lot of lead of the town’s highest board to suggest time in the process. That’s kind of why Society to perform sold out taking no action until future discus- we were hoping to move along now.” sions on the VGG project are conclud- Selectmen decided nonetheless to hold ed. Selectman Joe Szafarowicz said he off and await the summary judge hear- didn’t feel it was right to make any ing and the results of a planning board show at city’s finest eatery motion on a natural gas installation for meeting on the Valley Green Grow proj- a project that itself has yet to receive ect which were both scheduled for the WORCESTER — Worcester Chamber available for the String Theory Cafe proper approvals. first week of January. Officials from Music Society (WCMS) will offer a night Concert, please contact Tracy Kraus at “There’s a lot of unknowns right now Liberty Utilities said they would be of fine dining over the graceful sounds [email protected]. with that particular project. I’m not more than happy to appear again before of strings on Thursday, Jan. 10, starting WCMS has had a successful sure how that affects this, but I’m also selectmen in January or February after with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and an intimate Season 13 so far with multiple sold very hesitant to act on anything in those decisions were made to further sold out concert at 7:45 p.m. at Nuovo out shows and raving reviews regard to that,” Szafarowicz said. discuss their portion of the project. Restaurant in Worcester. from the Worcester community. Selectman Karen Spiewak agreed The program will feature Castelnuovo- Worcester Chamber Music Society is saying that Liberty Utilities may have Tedesco Sonata for viola and cello and funded in part by a grant from the Tchaikovksy’s Serenade for Strings Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state (chamber arrangement). Dinner will agency. take place at Nuovo Restaurant, serving For further information, contact Sara Running down a dream Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean Seng at [email protected]. flair and an extensive wine list. Musicians include: Krista Buckland turbridge native trains Reisner, violin; Rohan Gregory, violin; About Worcester Chamber Music S Mark Berger, viola; and Joshua Gordon, Society for ondon arathon cello, with special guest Tony D’Amico, Hailed as a group with imagination, L M double bass. style and chops, the Worcester Chamber BY KEVIN FLANDERS knows that the fundraising component “We are so thrilled and appreciative Music Society took the Worcester scene NEWS STAFF WRITER of a marathon can be just as demanding to be hosting a sold-out performance at by storm with its initial concert in 2006. as the physical training. STURBRIDGE – Having traveled the Nuovo, and are especially grateful to It has become a recognized cultural pres- After Galonek-Langevin takes part country and the world to run in mara- the restaurant for having us,” WCMS ence within the Greater Worcester area in the London Marathon, she will have thons, Mary Galonek-Langevin is excit- Executive Director Tracy Kraus said. by presenting sold-out concerts to cap- participated in five of the six major ed to raise money and awareness at her “This will be our third performance tivated audiences, receiving consistent world marathons. In the process, she next stop in London. from our Cafe Concert series and it critical acclaim, building new young has helped raise thousands of dollars for A lifelong Sturbridge resident, certainly will not be our last. After all, audiences, and training rising musi- several teams and organizations. Galonek-Langevin has logged countless nothing brings people closer together cians through both its Neighborhood “Since my early 20s, running a mar- miles in airplanes and on marathon than good food and great music.” Strings and Summer ChamberFest athon was on my bucket list. Being courses around the globe. She is cur- To join WCMS’s waiting list and be programs. WCMS brings world-class native to Massachusetts, I had attended rently training and fundraising for her notified if additional tickets become chamber music to intimate, beautiful, the Boston Marathon as a spectator and next event, the London Marathon, in and uniquely New was always so impressed by the run- April of 2019. England venues. ners that I told myself that would one A member of Team Endure to Cure, WCMS nurtures day be me,” said Galonek-Langevin, a Galonek-Langevin and her teammates the community Tantasqua Regional High School grad- through a unique are each hoping to raise $8,500 for chil- uate. % dren and families battling pediatric APY* combination of Of all her marathons, Galonek- 2.65 affordable con- cancer. The training process for any Langevin posted her fastest time in 25-MONTH CD certs, education marathon is an arduous experience, but Boston (3:59), while raising $10,000 for and communi- she is determined to continue assisting her team. She then moved on to Chicago ty engagement. families in need. and Berlin before setting her sights on “It’s not very fun running in frigid London, although the approval process temperatures or snow and ice, but it’s for that event is extremely strict. an easy price to pay when you know it’s “Similar to Boston, the London for a really important cause,” Galonek- Marathon is very competitive and diffi- Langevin said. “In order to be a success- cult to get into. I had applied to the lot- ful marathon run- tery three years in a row and was never ner, you have to chosen,” Galonek-Langevin recalled. be dedicated and “This year, I was determined to run disciplined.” the race and pursue other charities and Galonek- causes that were important to me.” A STEP IN THE NEW YEAR Langevin under- The Endure to Cure organization pro- Buy SALE stands exactly vides financial support for families with Factory what it takes to Direct children battling cancer. 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POSTMASTER: Send address changes to [email protected] Stonebridge Press and/or the photo re-print vendor. The Auburn News, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550 Friday, January 4, 2019 • The Auburn News • 3 Traffic stop leads to seizure of drugs and illegal firearm Accuracy Watch The Auburn News is committed to accu- BY JASON BLEAU racy in all its news reports. Although NEWS STAFF WRITER numerous safeguards are in place to ensure accurate reporting, mistakes can occur. CHARLTON – A Confirmed fact errors will be corrected pre-Christmas motor vehicle at the top right hand corner of page 3 in a stop resulted in quite a find timely manner. by state police in Charlton, If you find a mistake, call (508) 909- who arrested to individuals 4130 during normal business hours. During non-business hours, leave a message in the on several charges. editor’s voice mailbox. The editor will The Massachusetts State Police released details of the return your phone call. incident in a press release after officers stopped a vehi- Courtesy Photo cle on Route 90 on Sunday, Pierpont Meadow Pond ice Dec. 23 at around 11:30 p.m. A traffic stop on Dec. 23 resulted in two arrests and the seizure of 132 grams of marijuana, a fully-loaded The suspects were seen trav- Taurus .38 Special snub nose revolver with 5 rounds in the cylinder, $570 in US currency and 30 grams fishing derby eling westbound near the of cocaine. Charlton Service Plaza in a DUDLEY — Pierpont Meadow white Lexus when Trooper as the suspect fled on foot. John Doherty and his canine in the commission of a felo- Pond (Charlton-Dudley) will hope- William Doogan from The chase took Brown and partner also tracked Brown’s ny, a firearm violation with fully be the site of an ice fishing the State Police Charlton Trooper Doogan toward escape route and found a three prior violent or drug derby on Jan. 12 from 7 a.m. -3 p.m. Barracks recorded several the Charlton Service Plaza, small black pouch contain- convictions, assault and The last three years have not had motor vehicle violations and down two ravines, through ing 30 grams of cocaine. battery on a police officer, sufficient ice, but we have high pursued the vehicle. two water culverts and over Trooper Doogan was fur- resisting arrest, disorderly hopes for this year! The derby ben- Trooper Doogan proceed- a jersey barrier. Brown ther assisted on scene by conduct and a marked lanes efits our weeding efforts with two ed to identify the driver refused to stop on Trooper Sergeant Matthew Simpson violation. thirds of the entry fee going out as 40-year-old Springfield Doogan’s command. Brown and Troopers Jonathon A second arrest was also in prizes. Any questions, call Dave resident Omar Brown and eventually ran along the exit Bray, Kevin Delgado, Patrick reported. The passenger of Rose at 508-248-7573. noticed him moving his ramp from the service plaza Bosworth, Nicholas Allen, the vehicle, identified as hands across his body seem- before being apprehended by and Aaron Boyden. 40-year-old Springfield res- ingly attempting to conceal Trooper Doogan. Brown was charged with ident David brown, was something from the officer. A search of the vehicle numerous offenses including also arrested for trafficking Brown was asked to exit his resulted in the location of trafficking cocaine, posses- cocaine, possession with vehicle and during a pat own 132 grams of marijuana, a sion with intent to distribute intent to distribute Class D search attempted to kick fully-loaded Taurus .38 class D substance, posses- substance and conspiracy 508-248-9797 Trooper Doogan in the leg Special snub nose revolver sion of a firearm, carrying a to violate drug laws. Both Your Hometown Heating Specialist an elbow him in the chest. with five rounds in the cyl- loaded firearm, possession of suspects were arraigned in Doogan was uninjured and inder and $570 in US curren- ammunition without an FID Dudley District Court on Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 to 5:00 proceeded to pursue Brown cy. 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The results are better workplace communication, increased retention and greater ability to CHARLTON — Karl Storz Endovision, Inc., a medical promote from within,” said Claudia Green, ENB’s Executive technology provider in Charlton, was recently awarded Director. “There is also a strong moral imperative, particu- the English Works Campaign Certificate of Recognition for larly given today’s climate: English classes pave the way to their civic leadership in support of English language classes hope and opportunity for immigrant families.” for their immigrant employees. The award was presented Businesses interested in learning more about organizing as part of the English for New Bostonians’ Raising Our an English class in the workplace should contact Franklin Voices breakfast at Northeastern University, an event that Peralta at [email protected] or 617-982- highlights the private sector involvement and investment 6863. in the English language skills of the immigrant workforce

with family, Galonek-Langevin spends MARY time training and fundraising. continued from page A2­­­ “Training for a marathon is a huge 430 Main St., Oxford, MA time commitment. It’s four months of We repair all makes and models of after her training sessions. To help pro- your life that you have to commit to a Garage Doors and mote her cause, she has relied heavily strict running plan,” she said. “I work on social media and other local oppor- 40 hours a week, and I have two school- Electronic Openers • Broken Springs tunities. aged sons and a family that also need Replacement Sections • Broken Cable “I need all the help I can get. I am also me. We all make sacrifices for my train- Remote problems looking for companies that would be will- ing.” ing to participate in corporate matching Galonek-Langevin regularly sets her 8x7-9x7 Steel of donations,” Galonek-Langevin said. alarm clock for 5 a.m. to make room for 2 Sided Insulated Garage Door “Knowing that the money raised will training, and she’ll often squeeze in ses- help children and their families at their sions long after putting her sons to bed. r-value 9.65 Inc, standard hardware & track, most stressful and difficult times makes But the end result of helping families is 8 color & 3 panel design options me feel I can make an impact. If I can always well worth the challenges along INCLUDES chase my dreams and make a difference $ the way. INSTALLATION at the same time, that’s priceless to me.” “Running has changed my life in the 610 If your business would like to donate best of ways. It has taught me I am capa- gift certificates, game tickets, gift bas- ble of so much more than I ever thought, Liftmaster 1/2 hp Chain Drive kets, electronics, and other items as and, mostly importantly, has set a great raffle prizes, please contact Galonek- example for my sons.” 7 ft. Opener Langevin. She thanks all of the people Endure to Cure is dedicated to assist- INCLUDES who supported her in the past, and she $ ing the 15,000 kids who learn they have INSTALLATION is eager to see the community rally cancer each year, in addition to 30,000 310 around her once more. more children who are already being Price matching available on all written quotes “I can’t meet my fundraising goals treated. To learn more about the orga- Courtesy Photo without the kindness and generosity nization, visit www.EndureToCure.org. Sales • Service • Installation Sturbridge’s Mary Galonek-Langevin is excit- of those who have been willing to sup- If you would like to assist Galonek- ed to run in the London Marathon in April. port me and the causes that I run for,” Langevin’s fundraising quest and help 800-605-9030 508-987-8600 Galonek-Langevin said. “It is so easy to children as they fight cancer, visit www. Visa/Master Card Accepted see the bad in this world. This process EndureToCure. reminds me of the opposite – it has org/Mary. You helped me see the goodness in people.” can also send an After receiving her Bachelor’s degree email to MGL. A Step Ahead in art therapy at Anna Maria College, EndureToCure@ Galonek-Langevin obtained a master’s hotmail.com for Family Child degree from Boston College in clinical more information. social work. She “A progressive approach has been employed to family child care” Care Center by the Department of Youth Services Your child deserves quality child care as a clinical social A Step Ahead is a licensed family child care worker for 12 facility in Auburn using classroom technology to years, working enhance the hands-on curriculum with experienced daily with young people involved in Infant * Toddler * Pre-School teachers the juvenile justice to help your child learn & grow system. Large outdoor play area • Safe family neighborhood And after long * Meals Provided * days at work, while most people Call today for more information! head home to relax Auburn, MA • (508) 767-1214 4 • The Auburn News • Friday, January 4, 2019 Charlton selectmen put EDC Director hiring on hold

BY JASON BLEAU received no news of anyone Singer said the two volun- Board of Selectmen Town Administrator Robin NEWS STAFF WRITER other than Vaughn interested teers were not identified and Chairman John McGrath took Craver finally suggested that in the job, and on Dec. 18, the did not step up because of the the middle road between both the selectmen not hire some- CHARLTON – It appears board readdressed how they controversy that had risen arguments and requested that one to fill the interim EDC Charlton’s search for an inter- planned to move forward. concerning the position. The the town “go back to the begin- Director position and instead im Economic Development Selectman Singer said volunteers informed Singer ning” and reset the process to turn over those responsibilities Director has come to a stand- despite no applications being they wanted to await news on where it was before Vaughn to the Economic Development still after selectmen debat- submitted for the position how the selectmen wanted to stepped up to fill the post. Commission. She said this will ed how to fill the position he still believes the two vol- proceed before making them- This would essentially put the allow the Planning Board to throughout several meetings unteers that approached him, selves known and adding to the decision on where the town hire a new planner, a position in December. which remained unnamed, are debate. goes from here in the hands that has remained without a Following a meeting on Dec. interested in the job. While selectmen did show of the Planning Board and permanent hire for over a year, 4 where Charlton resident “I did speak to both of the appreciation for volunteers the Economic Development while the volunteers interested and perpetual public servant people in question. One of them being willing to step forward Committee rather than select- in the interim EDC position Richard Vaughn made his is currently an EDC member not everyone was on board with men. could make themselves known interest in filling the vacancy and that person told me they taking that route. Selectman “Let’s wait until we get the before the people primarily in known the Board of Selectmen would happily voluntarily at Joe Szafarowicz showed con- town planner in here. Let the charge of managing economic has decided to leave the EDC no charge take on additional tinued interest in hiring some- Planning Board hire the town development in the communi- Director position in the hands roles and responsibilities and one like Vaughn to do the job, planner, let’s see what their ty. of the Economic Development do a lot more on behalf of the which is in line with his state- skill set is and how fast they Selectmen made the deci- Committee instead of making EDC while we are without a ments from the Dec. 4 meeting. can pick up on their side of it sion to send Richard Vaughn an appointment themselves. director. Their only concern “I appreciate (the volunteers) and then we try to find a person a “thank you” note and inform During the early December was by themselves they would reaching out especially at no that matches up against their him that the town will be meeting, the discussion about have to do a lot more for free, cost to the town. There’s one skill set for what I consider heading in a different direc- hiring an interim EDC Director but we’re just concerned about thing that does concern me. I’m the ‘sales’ portion of the job,” tion. It was further moved that resulted in some heated debate how much more,” Singer sure they would do a fantastic McGrath said. “My view of this the Economic Development among selectmen, and Vaughn explained. “I also heard from job, but it seems like they’re is that the town planner and Commission be the go-to board stepping up to defend his quali- another person who said they both not committed to doing EDC would be the technical for volunteers interested in fill- fications for the job. Selectman also couldn’t do it as a full it full time and instead piece- nuts and bolts type person and ing the director position in the David Singer had noted there time but would also happily mealing it together. I think at then the other person would interim. The Planning Board is were two other volunteers who volunteer to cover for the first this time we’d benefit the best assist the EDC and be the sales expected to conduct interviews had approached him about person. So, between the two of from having a point person, a champion. They’d be the per- in early 2019 with the town filling the position without them on a voluntary basis at no single champion to work on it son going out and representing planning to heavily advertise financial compensation and cost to the town they felt they and really help us develop the the community to talk to future the career opportunity during selectmen decided to open the could do a lot of the extra work goals and be that cheerleader businesses that may move to a conference in March. position up for applications. on behalf of the EDC without that we need to get us started,” town.” Since that meeting, they had having to hire anyone.” Szafarowicz said. After some further debate Southbridge PD provides free tips app

Use may determine continuation BY SARAH CHAMPAGNE Southbridge’s Red Ribbon Week this and could allow people to feel safer nication through the app is completely NEWS CORRESPONDENT past October, the Town Manager’s sharing information. Police officers untraceable to the person who provided SOUTHBRIDGE — During Substance Abuse Advisory Committee responding to a tip may text back to ask the tip, unless they identify themselves introduced a vari- follow up questions but the anonymous voluntarily. ety of resourc- nature of the system is assured. “We don’t know who you are. Your es for substance Southbridge Police have already neighbors won’t know if you have abuse prevention. begun to receive tips and community reached out, and we don’t even know Banners that were information through the app, so plenty it’s you,” Woodson says. introduced during of people have started to make use of Dingui says that tips that come the campaign still the service. However, the best time to through the app help the police and res- hang throughout download the app could be before some- idents work together for a safer commu- town. The cheery thing happens or before the need arises nity, especially where police knowledge yellow background to use the service. In fact, a higher of a situation and something a resident and the message volume of downloads of the app could might share on a “hunch” come togeth- “Life is your jour- mean a higher likelihood that the tips er to solve or reduce crimes. A tip from ney. Travel drug app will continue to be available after a resident might help the police to cor- free” are hard to this initial year of service. roborate an ongoing investigation of an miss at the rotary The current year of service was pur- issue. and other loca- chased from the budget of the Town “Citizens might think we already tions. Manager’s Substance Abuse Advisory know something, but it is your neigh- One resource Committee. In the future, the service borhood and you’re the one who sees introduced during will be paid from the police department things up close on a daily basis,” Red Ribbon Week budget and the volume of users could Woodson says. this year was a justify its continuation. The current All users of the app, texting system or new Smartphone pilot program makes use of the most Web site tips form should keep in mind app that allows important features, but crime maps that calling 911 is still the way to com- Southbridge Police and community crime alerts could be municate with police in an emergency to receive infor- used more in the future if the service situation. mation from the is shown to be useful, and used, by “This is not a 911 system. It’s a tips public in the form residents and it is included in future system for those other areas, maybe of tips, concerns budgets. things you may be scared to share or or even informa- The app can be used for a variety of are not quite sure of,” Woodson says. tion about one’s purposes other than what one might The app is available for both iPhones own safety that imagine as a traditional crime “tip” and Android phones by searching for could be intimi- to the police. The anonymous direct “Southbridge PD.” The anonymous tip dating or danger- link to local police could help in situ- texting is available outside the app. To ous to report over ations of domestic abuse, for example. text a tip to Southbridge police, send the phone. The Information provided by the company a text to 847411 by typing the keyword technology comes that created Tip 411 says that it is “a tool “SOUTHBRIDGEPD,” a space and then in three forms: a for family members of all ages to reach then the information you would like to smartphone app, out for help like drug use, domestic share. When you press send, the police a text line and a abuse and more as it offers a safer way receive the tip. They may ask you for tip form on the to reach police without identification or more information through the system Southbridge Police having to call and be heard.” but they won’t receive your contact Web site. Each for- Southbridge Police Chief Shane information even if you reply. mat is guaranteed Woodson and Deputy Police Chief Jose to be anonymous Dingui assure that all tips and commu- Last official visit from a “Worthy of a Man”

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A Stonebridge Press Weekly Newspaper 25 Elm Street, Southbridge MA 01550 comes to an end Tel. (508) 764-4325 • Fax (508) 764-8015 aim at 2018 was a great pets this year. Beaver www.StonebridgePress.com year for sportsmen continue to devastate local in the valley, and The Great rivers and streams, flooding many hunting and out private property. The Frank G. Chilinski poaching Outdoors Stonebridge Press President and Publisher fishing activities were destruction of trees along reported by this writer the river banks needs to be BY SEN. MICHAEL O. MOORE in my weekly column RALPH stopped. As I stated in . Unfortunately, previous columns, trapping MILLBURY the politicians and TRUE needs to be brought back to Mass. Division of Fish Massachusetts. The little As the current legisla- & Wildlife failed to get bit of trapping allowed by tive session draws to a The truth a crossbow and Sunday hunting bill local towns annually will never solve close, there are a number of passed, but the sportsmen will try again the problem. Even the few beaver that important bills sitting just this year. are trapped, are killed, as relocation short of the goal line. Among Ice fishing the past couple of weeks of the buck teeth tree choppers are not those items includes a bill behind some was spotty, and when the rain came possible. that would enhance wildlife it stopped all ice fishing activities protections and strengthen locally. Ice fishing champ Dan Residents need to make a decision to penalties against poaching Southwick managed to get in a few days allow beavers to endanger the lives of in the Commonwealth. The lunar legends bill passed the Senate unan- of ice fishing at one of his hot spots as humans or take action to preserve our Is there any truth to the old legends inspired by shown in this weeks picture. The natural forest and rivers and streams. imously earlier this year but the sight of the full moon? Does our closest celes- pike weighed in at 21 pounds, 14 ounc- Beavers also carry a disease that is has yet to receive full approv- tial neighbor actually exert enough influence on es. Dan releases all of his fish to be transmitted to family pets and humans al from the bicameral legisla- the human body to turn people into lunatics? We’re caught another day. A few local club themselves. Diseases that can be tive body. not so sure, but science has much to offer on the ponds had safe ice for a few days which transmitted to humans include the Many folks would be sur- topic. With the latest full moon coinciding with allowed my brother Ken and others to plague, leptospirosis, to mention a cou- prised to learn that poaching, Christmas — for the first time since 1977 — our catch a few trout before the ice disap- ple and can cause sever complications or the illegal killing of wild- curiosity on the subject was piqued, so we set out peared. Anglers are hoping for a good like swollen glands, rash , and flu like life, is taking place here in to investigate some of these Some people claim freeze soon so that they can do some ice symptoms. Very few physicians our local communities. As a that they become inexplicably moody for a few fishing, but the latest report of warm are aware of the diseases, and often fail former Environmental Police days whenever the moon enters its full phase, or weather in the near future is not good. to administer the proper medications. Officer, I have witnessed, have trouble sleeping. Some say they experience In the past few years ice fishing on some Lyme disease is finally being recognized firsthand, incidents of poach- breakouts on their skin or other aches and pains of the Cape ponds was also minimal. by physicians, which for many years ing that involve some of the that affect the joints. Typically, when people are The last segment of the Mass. deer was overlooked and properly diagnosed most cherished animal pop- observed acting slightly less than normal, you will season ended on Monday, Dec. 31, in for patients. Common sense and con- ulations. You may have seen hear the phrase “it must be the full moon.” Massachusetts. There did not seem trol of all wildlife is needed to ensure the recent news coverage about Logic would seem to dictate that since the tides to be much participation by local deer public’s safety. an attack on a protected juve- are higher during the full moon phase due to the hunters during the black powder sea- This past week, a segment of the “60 nile red-tailed hawk which pull of gravity, our bodies, which are made up of son, but I am sure some impressive deer Minutes” program was addressing the was found shot in the right 80 percent water, would experience similar effects. were harvested . Very little informa- plastics problem in our country, as well wing in the Town Auburn. Such does not appear to be the case, however. tion by Mass. Fish & Wildlife on the deer as global warming. We need our The beautiful, rare bird had According to experts, the gravitational influence harvest was released, and local sports- politicians to wake up and address the to be euthanized as a result of exerted on the human body by the cup of morning men are waiting for the final numbers problem soon. Our ocean is so pol- its severe injuries. coffee you hold in your hand at this very moment to be released to the press. The new luted with plastics that reversing the Simply put, many of our is thousands of times stronger than any such force registration system of harvested deer problem will take many years. Fish illegal hunting penalties are exerted on us by the moon. So much for that. is great, but it does stop writers from and wildlife are dying from ingesting outdated by about a centu- Some myths claim that the full moon can incite releasing the harvest numbers until plastic. Global warming is real even ry, and the minimal fines epileptic seizures in people; however, a study in the new year when they become avail- though our President does not believe it. amount to little more than a 2004 showed no such connection. able. Many reports of deer eating Tornadoes, hurricanes, massive fires, slap on the wrist that do little As far as the age-old tales of psychotic outbursts back yard plantings like strawberries and many other major weather related to deter poaching. In addi- coinciding with periods of the full moon, one study tion to protecting animals in 2014 showed an increase of emergency room and ornamental bushes is a daily con- problems are not normal. Melting versation among residents at local cof- of glaciers and weather changes are and preserving our environ- visits within 24 hours of the full moon; however, a ment, this bill also upholds study in 1996 showed no significant difference. The fee shops. You have not seen nothing real. Our children and future gen- yet! With very little food for deer in erations are being left with major prob- the rights of sportspeople term ‘lunatic’ is derived from the word ‘Luna,’ the who abide by Massachusetts name of the ancient Roman goddess. Aristotle and the woods, they will be feeding in local lems, that will impact there lives with back yards all winter long. disease and suffering! We can do a laws and practice fair chase Hippocrates once implied they thought the moon principles. It’s high time was at fault for abnormal behavior. Alas, that also Coyotes and beavers have become a lot better! we take action to target ille- does not appear to be the case if the scientific evi- daily nuisance, and reports by local resi- Take A Kid Fishing & Keep Them gal hunting practices in our dence gathered on the topic is to be believed. dent about there encounters will contin- Rods Bending! Commonwealth. Worthy of note is a study that took place in ue for many years. Coyotes are here to Happy holidays to all! In an effort to adequately Colorado, where researchers found that the risk stay, and have killed numerous family for pet injuries increased by 23 percent during deter these acts, the legisla- the full moon phase. We have proof that animals tion elevates existing penal- behave differently during the full moon, in that ties for individuals convicted the increased nocturnal light affects their hunting Creative Multipurpose of illegally harming or killing habits. wildlife. The legislation also As for sleep deprivation, we all know that before requires the Commonwealth modern times, the moon provided light during to enter into a nationwide the nighttime hours. During the full moon, the Tips Save Money law enforcement network increased amount of light was said to have wreaked known as the Interstate havoc on those with bipolar or seizure disorders. Saving money is To do: In a spray bot- Wildlife Violator Compact. Many people say they have trouble sleeping during tops on many New Year Take tle, mix together six You may be surprised to a full moon; however, no studies have indicated a Resolutions lists, and one ounces water (distilled learn that Massachusetts scientific correlation as of yet. of the easiest ways to pinch the if possible), one ounce remains one of only two non- member states—the other As far as myths go, the claim that a full moon pennies is to get the most int of vodka, and your increases fertility and births is as old as time. The use out of the products you H choice of essential oil being Hawaii. The Compact truth, however, is that fertility methods based on buy. Thanks to some cre- (about 20-30 drops). allows for reciprocity with moon phases have proven as inconclusive as the ative repurposing, many KAREN Shake up and spray! other states for the purpose evidence for gravitational pull influencing human ordinary items can do TRAINOR *** of license suspensions to pre- behavior. double duty all around the vent wildlife violators who February is the only month that may not expe- house. Read on for some Dental Floss: have lost their hunting, trap- rience a full moon because each full moon appears unusual uses for everyday things. Hanging a picture and don’t have any ping or fishing privileges every 29.5 days. A super-moon takes place when And remember, readers, send in your wire? Doubled up dental floss is strong from circumventing license a full moon coincides with the moon’s closest best tips and you’ll be in the running to enough to substitute on lightweight revocations approach to earth. The last time we witnessed a win a three course Dinner for Two at pictures; Are photos stuck together? In the six years this bill super-moon was in 2015. The next one will occur the Publick House! Instead of pulling apart, lessen the risk has been pending before the in 2033. Some say that the full moon is an unlucky *** of damage by gently shimmying the Legislature, there has been sign if it happens on a Sunday. Interesting to note floss between the photos to pry them no recorded opposition to is that the word ‘Monday’ is derived from the Old Bamboo Skewers: Not just for shish off. Swaging holiday greenery? Green the bill. None. This begs English word ‘Monandaeg,’ which means ‘moon kabob or fruit arrangements, a package mint dental floss serves as a strong (and the question, why aren’t we day.’ Another fun fact is that on March 28, the of inexpensive wooden skewers come in invisible) tie to wind around garlands to doing more to help protect Royal Air force used the light from a full moon to handy! Use them to test the doneness hang down stairways or along a mantle. some of the Commonwealth’s attack Lubeck in Germany during WWII. of cakes; to easily turn doughnuts and And unflavored dental floss can also be most vulnerable animal pop- When there are two full moons in one month, the other foods when deep frying; and insert used to truss a turkey. ulations? second one is called a ‘blue moon.’ This occurrence into cake layers to invisibly stabilize a Dental floss even works as a quick Joining the compact would takes place every three years. A red moon happens crooked confection. fix to restring beaded jewelry. And if give our Commonwealth’s when the full moon phase occurs during the same Wooden skewers are also useful in the you happen to snap your fishing line, agencies access to a database time as a lunar eclipse. workshop. To camouflage a narrow nail a length of dental floss can serve as a of wildlife violators, allow- The man on the moon that we often see during a hole, dip the end of a skewer in white temporary substitute. ing us to choose to enforce a full moon is nothing more than a trick of the light glue, push it into the wall, break it off *** reciprocal license suspension playing across dark areas called basaltic plains, and paint over. or revocation, if we have a which contrast with the lighter colored highlands The most creative use of all? I once Here are some additional multipur- similar law and penalty. As of the moon’s surface. Interesting is that between caught my niece using one of the wood- pose ideas: the only non-member in the 1765 and 1813, the Lunar Society of Birmingham, en sticks as a hands-free Oreo dipper. continental United States, England met during the full moon because the She just stabbed the middle cream and · Have extra roof shingles? Stow a Massachusetts is a safe-hav- extra light made the walk home safer. dunked the whole cookie into milk! few in your trunk during winter weath- en for those whose hunting, June is said to be the best month to get married *** er. If you get stuck, wedge the shingle trapping, or fishing licens- because it falls between the planting and harvest- under the tire for traction. es have been suspended or ing of crops. The term ‘honeymoon’ is named after Aluminum Foil: Hate to iron? Place · For a quick and inexpensive car revoked in one or more of the the first full moon in June for this reason. a sheet of tinfoil under the ironing air freshener, simply place a few drops 48 member states. Lastly, of course, we can’t wrap up this discus- board cover (above the foam but below of essential oil on a cotton ball and put Join me, the Humane sion of full moon mythology and not mention were- the cloth) to boost the heat of the iron in your car’s open console niche (or ash- Society of the United States wolves. European folklore claimed for centuries and get the job done more efficiently tray) to discreetly refresh the whole car. and many other advocates in that if you slept outside under a full moon on a and quickly! supporting the passage of this Wednesday or a Friday, you risked being turned Run out of steel wool pads? Crumple · Save plastic newspaper into a ravening werewolf. Once again, however, up a ball of tinfoil and use to clean pans sleeves. The long bags are the ideal size legislation, S.2248, during the this myth appears to be just as fanciful as the (not non-stick). and shape to protect shoes from other current legislative session. notion of Lon Chaney, Jr. — star of Universal’s And sharpening dull scissors is as clothing when packing a suitcase. original “Wolf Man” film in 1941 — being the long- simple as making several cuts through lost son and heir of a British aristocrat. a double layer of aluminum foil! · Wet boots from winter weather? Sen. Michael O. Moore, The werewolf myth has, however, made for some *** Take a tip from the past: Stuff newspa- D-Millbury, represents the entertaining fare at multiplexes over the decades, per inside your shoes and they’ll dry Second Worcester District. from Chaney’s original “Wolf Man” to the aston- Vodka: Is your potpourri losing its out faster. Senator Moore is the pri- ishing transformation sequence in “An American scent? Toss in a capful of vodka and mix mary sponsor of legislation Werewolf in London” to Michael J. Fox’s comedic it up to renew fragrance in the dried · Newspaper also works to pre- to enhance wildlife protec- take on the legend in “Teen Wolf.” Rather than ven- flower mix. Want your fresh flowers vent odors in thermos bottles between tions and strengthen penal- ture out into the nighttime in search of real were- to last a bit longer? Simply add a few uses. Just pack crumpled newspaper ties against poaching in the wolves during the next full moon, we recommend drops of vodka along with a teaspoon into the bottle before closing to store. Commonwealth. putting on one of these classics and settling in for of sugar to the water in the vase. The the night with a heaping bowl of popcorn. vodka kills bacteria, extending the life · Stuff Styrofoam packing peanuts But remember to keep some silver close at of the blooms. into a bean bag chair to puff it back up hand…just in case. And you can whip up an effective air freshener with vodka. Turn To TRAINOR page ­­­A9 Friday, January 4, 2019 • The Auburn News • 9 Obituaries Matthew David Cote, 30 Joseph L. “Joe” Gagnon, 87

SPENCER/BARRE- Matthew is sur- UXBRIDGE- Joseph neur. For 45 years he owned and oper- Matthew David Cote, vived by his father, L. “Joe” Gagnon, 87, ated Gagnon News Service, a news- 30 passed away sud- Jeffrey Cote Sr. of of Cedar St. Uxbridge, paper distributorship. He started Joe denly on December 20, Auburn; mother, a longtime Waltham Gagnon & Sons Construction and later 2018 after his longtime Nancy (Piltzecker) resident died Wed opened JJ’s Sub Shop all in Waltham. battle with PTSD. Cote of Barre; a Dec 26, 2018 at Milford He later worked 30 years for the Federal Matthew was born brother, Jeffrey Cote Hospital after an ill- Emergency Management Agency with on February 29, 1988, Jr of Rochdale; a sis- ness. his wife. Together they supervised in Manchester New ter,Chelsea (Cote) He is survived many US disasters for FEMA, including Hampshire. He grew Quinonez of Spencer; by his wife of 67 years 9/11. He retired in 2011 when he was 80 up in Spencer Massachusetts where nieces Angelina, Aliviah and Nataliah, Joan E. (Pineau) Gagnon; 12 children years old. he attended David Prouty High School a nephew Jeffrey III; 2 grandmothers, Deborah LeBlanc of Dubios, PA, Gary In Waltham Joe, was a mem- and enlisted into the Marine Corps Marion Piltzecker of Charlton and Gagnon and his wife Loan of Bellingham, ber and past president of the Kwanis after graduation in 2006. Matthew Lucile Kasputis of Auburn; many Joseph R. “Jody” Gagnon and his wife Club, the Knights of Columbus where served proudly as an Infantryman aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who Maria of Peabody, Mark Gagnon of he was past Grand Knight, and The and deployed twice to fight in the War who will miss him dearly. Waltham, David Gagnon and his wife Moose Lodge. He also served on the on Terror, once to Iraq, and once to Calling hours were held on Sunday, Suzanne of Douglas, Denise Brosnahan Boards of the Salvation Army and the Afghanistan. Matthew was a proud December 30, 2018 from 1-4pm in and her husband Pat of Uxbridge, Mary Waltham Board of Public Health. He Veteran, an avid Motorcyclist, loved Pillsbury Funeral Home 96 S.Barre Rd. Ann Scott and her husband Kevin of was also involved with the Boy’s Club fishing & loved his dog Lyla. He was Barre,MA.. The funeral was held on Dennis, MA, John Gagnon and his wife and every year he would play Santa in was a very loyal friend and was the type Monday at 11AM in the funeral home. Celia of Holliston, William Gagnon the Waltham Parade. of person to give anyone the shirt off of For an online tribute and guestbook and his partner Thomas of Auburn, A hard worker, Joe loved his FEMA his back. He always had a smile, a joke, please visit: Pillsburyfuineralhome. Mechelle Linehan and her husband job. Over the years he enjoyed playing and a hug readily available to share. com Steve of Uxbridge, Matthew Gagnon and music with his family band, spending Timmy Gagnon both of Woonsocket; 28 summers in Scituate, and wintering in grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; Hollywood, FL with his wife. He will 7 great-great-grandchildren; a sister be remembered as an accomplished, Annette Fenton of Newton; a broth- loving man and will be deeply missed. Send all obituary notices to er Robert Gagnon of Marshfield; and His Funeral Service was held many nieces and nephews. He was pre- Sat. Dec. 29 at 11 am in Tancrell deceased by a granddaughter Emilee Jackman Funeral Home, 35 Snowling Stonebridge Press, PO Box 90, Dawn Gagnon, daughter in law Ann Rd. Uxbridge. Calling hours at the Marie Gagnon son in law Henry LeBlanc funeral home were Fri. Dec. 28 from and was brother of the late Nathalie 4 to 8 pm. Memorial donations may Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail Catino and Jean Catino. Born at home be made to the Emilee Dawn Gagnon in Newton, MA on Nov 24, 1931, he was Memorial Scholarship,Westfield the son of Leo and Blanche (Frechette) State Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1630, to [email protected] Gagnon and lived in Uxbridge 13 years, Westfield, MA 01086-1630. To leave a con- previously living in Waltham. dolence message for the family please Mr. Gagnon was an entrepre- visit www.jackmanfuneralhomes.com Community Calendar

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so we would hope to find someone with museum. munities visited Leicester to discuss SWAN the vision and funding to preserve it.” “Memories must be passed down to how they operate their museums. Some continued from page 1 Heating costs, maintenance costs, the younger generations, but they often towns have seen rapidly increasing Town officials have expressed con- and ADA compliance issues have all are forgotten. Artifacts provide the interest in museums and local history cerns over the possibility of converting been brought up as concerns from resi- framework for remembering that his- in recent years. the building into a museum. There are dents and officials. tory,” said Leicester Historical Society “In the past year, we have had more no municipal funds available in the In 1781, Reuben Swan became the member Diane Calvano. “The best way inquiries from people searching for rel- Fiscal Year 2019 budget to operate or owner of the building and expanded it to preserve the items and their stories atives and their stories,” said Grafton maintain the building. while retaining many of the features is to collect them in one place so that Historical Society President Nancy Town Administrator David Genereux from the original structure. The build- future generations can see them.” Therrien. “It is so important to tell believes the town’s best option is to ing has since been owned by Leicester Added fellow Historical Society mem- these stories of community, and it is a sell the building with a preservation Junior College and Becker College, ber Ann Lane, “I would love to see blessing to have precious artifacts to restriction in place. The goal would be which used it to house administration not just a momentary spotlight, but enrich the stories of our past.” to find a buyer willing to repurpose the offices. It then became a private resi- a permanent place for the town and Selectmen may decide on the future building while maintaining its historic dence for many years and was eventual- those who visit to enjoy and learn about of the building as early as this month. character. ly purchased by the town to temporari- Leicester’s rich history.” “The Swan Tavern is a beautiful ly house the library. Society members have also discussed structure, but it will erode if monies Once renovations are complete at the the opportunity for a museum to serve in cannot be found to keep it in good order main library building on Route 9 this an educational capacity for students seek- TRAINOR and make improvements as necessary,” year, the Swan Tavern building will ing to learn about their town’s history. continued from page A8­­­ Genereux said. “Towns are traditional- once again be empty. Because of its cen- ly poor stewards of historic buildings, tral location, several residents feel it is At recent meetings, members of his- without spending a dime! the best available candidate to house a torical societies in surrounding com- · Rejuvenate a grungy sponge with ordinary salt! Just soak sponges (and “I would like to thank all the outstand- mop heads) in a solution of one quarter HURLEY ing men and women of the Leicester cup salt to one quart of water. continued from page 1 Police Department who I have worked *** residents and town officials. with over the past 13 years,” Hurley Your tips can win you a great dinner “I am fortunate to have been select- added. “Their dedication to the commu- for two at the historic Publick House ed to serve the residents and business nity and to providing professional law Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send in a hint to be entered into a random community of Leicester for the past enforcement services for their commu- drawing. One winner per month will thirteen years as police chief,” Hurley nity made my job easy.” win a fabulous three course dinner for told Stonebridge Press. “I am grateful Town officials know it will be diffi- two at the renown restaurant, located for the support that they have provided cult to replace Hurley’s many commu- on Route 131 across the town common in to the Leicester Police Department and nity contributions. While some police chiefs focus mostly on overseeing their historic Sturbridge. Because I’m in the myself over those many years. I will business of dispensing tips, not invent- miss the opportunity to interact with departments, Hurley was active in all facets of the town. From appearances ing them (although I can take credit for the residents and business community some), I’m counting on you readers out on a daily basis, and I appreciate their at veterans breakfasts, to participation in Special Olympics events in town, to there to share your best helpful hints! being an integral part in shaping where Do you have a helpful hint or handy their police department is today.” serving cocoa at the annual tree light- ing, he could be found in every corner tip that has worked for you? Do you have Under Hurley’s leadership, the depart- a question regarding household or gar- of the community. ment developed several accomplished den matters? If so, why not share them On Dec. 28, guests thanked Hurley officers and continued to strengthen with readers of Stonebridge Press publi- with several gifts, including a police its relationships with community lead- cations? Send questions and/or hints to: cone signed by all attendees. ers. For Hurley, it meant a lot to lead Take the Hint!, c/o Stonebridge Press, a department that exemplifies dedica- The search for Hurley’s successor P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550. Or tion and professionalism. Over the past will begin this month. Officials will e-mail [email protected]. Hints are entered five years, the department significant- decide whether to name an interim into a drawing for dinner for two at the Guests wrote messages of thanks for outgo- ly enhanced its community policing police chief or continue operating with- historic Publick House Inn. ing Police Chief James Hurley. efforts through outreach programs and out a chief until a successor is chosen. a bolstered social media presence. 10 • The Auburn News • Friday, January 4, 2019 SPORTS Fourth quarter rally fuels Rockets past Uxbridge

Molly Cutting of Auburn follows through upon the release of her shot from the corner.

Jason Mckay photos Liv Mathews of Auburn reaches down to collect a rebound versus Uxbridge.

Auburn’s Isabella Therrien floats a layup toward the basket.

Auburn’s Semran Sahota slices through a pair of Uxbridge defenders en route to a layup. Jackie Landry of Auburn shoots up and over Auburn’s Victoria Murphy gets ahead of an an Uxbridge defender. Uxbridge defender before shooting her shot.

BY KEN POWERS their game-winning push. SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Mathews started it at the three-min- shots. only seniors are our captains — Olivia UXBRIDGE — The Auburn High ute mark with a drive to the hoop to pull Auburn held Uxbridge to just seven Hicks, Maggie Streichert and Erin girls’ varsity basketball team, which Auburn to within 39-35. After a defen- points in each of the third and fourth Jones,” Larkin said. “I think our body trailed by 11 points at halftime, 10 in sive stop Jackie Landry (5 points, all in quarters, while finishing with a flour- language, especially among our young- the third quarter and nine to begin the the fourth quarter) cut the Rockets’ defi- ish — a 20-point final frame. er players, took us out of the game fourth period, rallied to defeat Uxbridge cit to one, 39-38, on a right-side 3-pointer “At halftime and again before the today. High, 46-42, back on Thursday, Dec. 27. with 2:08 remaining. fourth quarter we talked about how we “We’re learning and we’re working With the win the Rockets improved Landry was dogged in her determina- were going to guard particular players on things and one of the things we’re to 3-3 overall and are now 2-1 in the tion to make the 3-pointer; she attempt- and I think we did a better job at that,” working on is the power of a positive Southern Worcester County League ed the same shot from the same spot a said LePrevost, whose team held Hicks team,” Larkin continued. “We’ve got to (SWCL). Uxbridge fell to 4-2 overall and few times earlier in the game without to just eight second-half points after keep their heads up; we’ve got to believe 2-1 in the SWCL with the loss. Both of success. allowing her to score 16 in the first two we can’t be defeated. We played well the Spartans’ defeats this season have “That was a huge shot for us; it really quarters. “I think our help defense in and we played hard, but at the end of come against Auburn — one counting keyed the comeback,” LePrevost said. response to that also stepped up.” the game we kind of petered out a little toward the league standings, the other “That shows Jackie’s confidence as a Nine of the 12 players on the Uxbridge bit. The bright side of having such a one not. player. She knows sooner or later she’s roster are underclassmen. Spartans’ young team is that there is lots of room The Rockets’ victory over the going to hit it, so when she’s open she’s head coach Tracy Larkin thought youth for growth and that’s a beautiful thing.” Spartans on Dec. 27 was the kind of win got to take that shot.” might have contributed to her team’s a team sometimes looks back on and Mathews put Auburn ahead for good, undoing against Auburn. considers a turning point or season-de- 40-39, with 1:45 to play when she raced “We have a very young team; our fining win. to the basket to score a layup off an “My assistant coach [Samantha Uxbridge turnover. Kozik] said it best after the game,” Landry extended the Rockets’ lead to called 911 and they talked him through FIRST RESPONDERS the first few minutes and then the fire Auburn head coach Nicole LePrevost three, 42-39, with a pair of free throws continued from page 1 said. “She said, ‘this win showed our with 1:14 to play and Semran Sahota (14 department came and did their thing. growth as a team; being behind the points) gave Auburn even more breath- Utilizing CPR and other first response I’m hearing it was a four percent surviv- entire game and still being confident ing room when she made it 44-39 with tactics the firefighters and police offi- al so that’s pretty cool,” Mr. Water said. and still being poised in the fourth 23 seconds to play with her own pair of cers were able to successfully resus- Chief Knopf concluded the ceremo- quarter to be able to pull this game out.’ free throws. citate Mr. Waters in a life or death ny acknowledging each individual who I’m very proud of the girls for the way Uxbridge sliced the Rockets’ lead situation that few tend to survive. Mr. responded to the scene to help with they played, especially in the fourth down to two, 44-42, with 15 seconds Waters acknowledge how lucky he was certificates and a round of applause quarter.” remaining on a 3-pointer from the top when he took the time to speak and and a showing of gratitude from those Auburn trailed, 35-26, after three of the arc by Olivia Hicks, who scored thank local responders for saving his present and the Board of Selectmen. quarters but scored the first five points a game-high 24 points and connected on life joking that he had “won the lottery.” Among those acknowledged were Capt. of the fourth — in 59 seconds — on a seven treys. “I’ve got to thank the people of this Dean Babineau, Capt. Mike Bjorn, Capt. 3-pointer by Molly Cutting and a bas- Mathews sealed the win for Auburn, town who saved my life, especially my Brian Ouellette, FF Ben Locke and FF ket in the paint by Liv Mathews (13 however, with a pair of free throws with son who did the beginning. I put my Justin Mui. Charlton Police officers points). After the teams exchanged 3.8 seconds to play. The Rockets’ come- head through the wall on the way down Gary Wood and Derek Gaylord were some points the Rockets, trailing 39-33 back was helped out by the fact they hit and then my son heard and came down- also recognized during the ceremony. with just three minutes to play, made on eight of their 10 fourth-quarter foul stairs he didn’t really panic, I guess. He Friday, January 4, 2019 • The Auburn News • 11 SPORTS Auburn drops two in Rocket Classic Tournament AUBURN — The annual Rocket Classic boys’ basketball tournament that Auburn High hosts didn’t go the way the Rockets had hoped. First, Auburn lost a 91-59 decision to Hudson High on Thursday, Dec. 27 — where the accompanying photos took place — before losing to King Philip Regional in the consolation game a day later, 70-53. The Rockets took their 1-7 record into the New Year, where they will next play at Bartlett High on Friday, Jan. 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Photos courtesy Mark Seliger, www.SeligerPhotography.com Auburn’s Coleman Picard jumps along the baseline to retrieve the ball and keep it from bounc- ing out of bounds.

Minutemen defeat Pathfinder, Cam Bolduc of Auburn slices through a pair of Hudson defenders en route to the basket. march to 5-0 start to season CHARLTON — The Bay Path Regional girls’ varsity basketball team, in slow and steady fashion, defeated Pathfinder Regional, 50-22, back on Tuesday, Dec. 18, to start the year 5-0. Pathfinder scored the first basket of the game but, after a Nekelle Waskiewicz 3-pointer and six straight points from Madison Paulhus, the Minutemen grabbed a 9-2 lead and never looked back from there. Bay Path led at all the stops: 13-2 after the first quarter, 30-9 at the half and 45-18 through three before winning by 28 points. In all, eight Minutemen scored and 10 grabbed at least one rebound. Leading the charge were Kiara Coates (14 points, 12 rebounds), Waskiewicz (14 points) and Paulhus (8 points, 6 rebounds). Bay Path completed the sweep with Pathfinder, having won a 30-14 decision in the season opener.

Joe Clougherty of Auburn has enough room from the corner to release a deep jump shot.

Nick Ethier photos Bay Path’s Emily Wong Kam eyes the basket while driving the ball into the paint.

Madison Paulhus of Bay Path looks up to Bay Path’s Nekelle Waskiewicz finishes off complete a layup versus Pathfinder. an uncontested layup. Auburn’s Jacob Benoit leans away from a Hudson defender to create enough separation to hoist up a shot. 12 • The Auburn News • Friday, January 4, 2019 Wishing you a Happy & Healthy New Year

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SC6 Title Trust, said mortgage dated For Mortgagor’s Title see deed dated ration will be extended to the I-290/I-395 CHIEF ENGINEER July 16, 2005 and recorded in the July 16, 2005 and recorded in the bifurcation. Pedestrian accommodation January 4, 2019 Worcester County (Worcester District) Worcester County (Worcester District) is provided along the existing sidewalk January 11, 2019 Registry of Deeds in Book 36891, Registry of Deeds in Book 36891, Page at westbound lanes of Route 12. Bicycle Page 33, said mortgage was assigned 31. accommodation is provided along west- (SEAL) from Ameriquest Mortgage Company TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be bound lanes of Route 12consisting of a COMMONWEALTH OF to Mortgage Electronic Registration sold and conveyed subject to all liens, usable shoulder. MASSACHUSETTS Systems, Inc., as nominee for JPMorgan encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, A secure right-of-way is necessary for LAND COURT Chase Bank, National Association by municipal liens and assessments, if any, this project. Acquisitions in fee and per- DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL assignment dated December 12, 2008 which take precedence over the said manent or temporary easements may be COURT and recorded with Worcester County mortgage above described. required. The Commonwealth of Massa- 2016SM012088 (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars chusetts is responsible for acquiring all ORDER OF NOTICE in Book 43657, Page 40; said mort- of the purchase price must be paid in needed rights in private or public lands. To: gage was assigned from Mortgage cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or MassDOT’s policy concerning land ac- Heirs, Devisees, and Legal Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. cashier’s check at the time and place of quisitions will be discussed at this hear- Representatives of the Estate of Francis as nominee for JPMorgan Chase the sale by the purchaser. The balance ing. Provost; Bank, National Association to JPMC of the purchase price shall be paid in Written views received by MassDOT Marshall Provost Specialty Mortgage LLC by assignment cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s subsequent to the date of this notice and Richard Provost dated April 26, 2016 and recorded with or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days up to five (5) days prior to the date of and to all persons entitled to the benefit Worcester County (Worcester District) after the date of sale. the hearing shall be displayed for public of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Registry of Deeds in Book 55268, Page Other terms to be announced at the inspection and copying at the time and 50 U.S.C.c. 50 §3901 et seq.: 386; said mortgage was assigned from sale. date listed above. Plans will be on dis- Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, JPMC Specialty Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Brock & Scott, PLLC play one-half hour before the hearing be- dba Christiana Trust as Owner Trustee WM Specialty Mortgage, LLC to U.S. 1080 Main Street, Suite 200 gins, with an engineer in attendance to of the Residential Credit Opportunities Bank National Association as Legal Title Pawtucket, RI 02860 answer questions regarding this project. Trust V Trustee for Truman 2016 SC6 Title Trust Attorney for U.S. Bank National A project handout will be made available claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage by assignment dated March 27, 2017 Association as Legal Title Trustee for on the MassDOT website listed below. covering real property in Auburn, num- and recorded with Worcester County Truman 2016 SC6 Title Trust Written statements and other exhibits in bered 304 South Street, given by Francis (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds Present Holder of the Mortgage place of, or in addition to, oral statements M. Provost and Rita A. Provost to Fleet in Book 57389, Page 152; for breach of 401-217-8701 made at the Public Hearing regarding National Bank, dated May 3, 2005, the conditions in said mortgage and for December 21, 2018 the proposed undertaking are to be sub- and recorded in the Worcester County the purpose of foreclosing the same will December 28, 2018 mitted to Patricia A. Leavenworth, P.E., (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in be sold at Public Auction on January 18, January 4, 2019 Chief Engineer, MassDOT, 10 Park Pla- Book 37027, Page 305, has/have filed 2019 at 10:00AM Local Time upon the za, Boston, MA 02116, Attention: Bridge with this court a complaint for deter- premises, all and singular the premises THE COMMONWEALTH Project Management, Project File No. mination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ described in said mortgage, to wit: OF MASSACHUSETTS 607556. Such submissions will also be Servicemembers status. That certain parcel of land, known as MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT accepted at the hearing. Mailed state- If you now are, or recently have been, 24 Rockland Road, with all the buildings OF TRANSPORTATION – ments and exhibits intended for inclu- in the active military service of the and structures not or hereafter stand- HIGHWAY DIVISION sion in the public hearing transcript must United States of America, then you ing or placed thereon, situated inAu- NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING be postmarked within ten (10) business may be entitled to the benefits of the burn, in the County of Worcester and Project File No. 607556 days of this Public Hearing. Project in- Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If Commonwealth of Massachusetts, on A Design Public Hearing will be held quiries may be emailed to dot.feedback. you object to a foreclosure of the above the easterly line of Rockland Road, being by MassDOT to discuss the proposed [email protected] mentioned property on that basis, then on Lot #34 on Pan of Lots of Whitaker- I-90 Interchange 10 Ramp over Route This location is accessible to people you or your attorney must file a written Irish-Perry Realty Company dated May, 12 Bridge Superstructure Replacement with disabilities. MassDOT provides rea- appearance and answer in this court at 1920, S.H. Pitcher Company, C.E. and project in Auburn, MA. sonable accommodations and/or lan- Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA bounded and described as follows: WHERE: Auburn Town Hall, Select- guage assistance free of charge upon 02108 on or before February 4, 2019 or On the North by Lot #33 on said plan, men’s Meeting Room, 2nd Floor 104 request (including but not limited to in- you will be forever barred from claiming one hundred fifty (150) feet; Central Street, Auburn, MA 01501 terpreters in American Sign Language that you are entitled to the benefits of On the East by Lot #15 on said plan, WHEN: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 @ and languages other than English, open said Act. sixty (60) feet; 7:00 PM or closed captioning for videos, assistive Witness, GORDON H. PIPER, Chief On the South by Lot #35 on said plan, PURPOSE: The purpose of this hearing listening devices and alternate material Justice of said Court on December 18, one hundred fifty (150) feet; is to provide the public with the oppor- formats, such as audio tapes, Braille and 2018. On the West by the Easterly line of tunity to become fully acquainted with large print), as available. For accommo- Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Rockland Road, sixty (60) feet; the proposed I-90 Interchange 10 Ramp dation or language assistance, please Recorder Containing nine thousand (9,000) square over Route 12 Bridge Superstructure contact MassDOT’s Chief Diversity and 201603-0039-YEL feet of land. Replacement project. All views and Civil Rights Officer by phone (857-368- January 4, 2019

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SOLD SOLD NEW LISTING NEW LISTING SOLD SOLD WEBSTER – 23 Lincoln St! 3 Family w/ WEBSTER – 21 Spring St! 6 Rm Ranch! DUDLEY – 13 Pineview Rd! 7 Rm Colonial! DUDLEY – 9 Page Ln! Newly Renovated WEBSTER – 7 Oak St! 2 Family! 5/5 THOMPSON – 48 Smith St! 2 Family! 3/8 WEBSTER – 5 Chestnut St! 6 Rm Ranch, AUBURN – 9 Lorna Dr! 2680’ Split Entry! Great Curb Appeal! Owner Occupied or Eat-in Applianced Kit w/Mahogany Tiled Foyer! Kit w/Din Area & Slider to 6 Rm, 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath Cape! 1 Acre Lot! Rms! 2/2 Bdrms! Both Flrs w/Eat-in Rooms! 1/4 Bedrooms! 1/1 Baths! Major 3 Bdrms, Remodeled Bath, Finished Lower Applianced Oak Eat-in Isl Kit w/Corian Investor! 5/5/4 Rooms! 2/2/2 Bedrooms! Kitchens! Liv Rms w/Wall to Wall! Bdrms Cabinets & Tile Flr! Liv Rm w/Carpet Composite Deck! Din Rm! Liv Rm/Den! 1/2 Cul-de-sac! Hrdwds Throughout! Open Liv Rehab 2005 – Roof, Gutter & Downspouts, Level! Corner Lot! Frplc Liv Rm w/Cathedrals, Counters! Spacious Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! Harwood Floors in Most Rooms! First w/Wall to Wall! 3 Season Porches! Gas over Hrdwd! 3 Bdrms w/Hrdwds! Master Bath w/Laundry! 2nd Flr w/3 Carpeted Bdrms & Rm, Kit & Din Area! SS Appliance Granite Vinyl Siding, Windows, Entry Doors! 2018 Hrdwd Flr, French Drs to 16x24 Deck! Din Rm Sun Rm Cathedrals to Trex Deck! 3 Bdrms Full Hall Bath! Master /Walk-in Closet & Bath! Floor Apart Freshly Painted! Replacement Heat w/Recent Buderus on 1st! Electric w/Walk-in Closet! Full Tile Bath! 14X40’ Kit w/Isl! Slider to Composite Deck! 1st Electric Heat Conversion! Gas Hot Water! w/Hrdwds! Remodeled Kit w/Cherry Cabinets w/Hrdwds! Frplc Fam Rm! 2 Full Baths! Finished Lower Level w/Gas Frplc! Patios! Fire Windows! Off Street Parking! 2 Car Garage! Heat on 2nd! Recent Roof, Siding & Fam/Game Rm! 2nd Bathrm w/Laundry! Flr Master w/Walk-in Closet & Master Off Street Parking! Garage! Town Services! & SS Appliances! Solar Hot Water! 1 Yr Old 4th Bdrm/Office! Laundry! C/Air & Vac! Pit! Roof 2017! Attached 2 Car Garage! Town Easy Highway Access! Conveniently Windows! Off Street Parking! Owner Workshop! Utility Rm! 2 Z Oil Heat! C/ Bath! 2nd Flr w/2 Large Bdrms & Full Bath! Occupied or Investment! $169,900.00 $139,900.00 Roof! A/G Pool! Shed! $269,900.00 Professionally Landscaped .46 Acre Lot! 2 Services! $359,900.00 Located! $239,900.00 Air! 2 Car Garage! Porch! Don’t Miss Out! Garage Under! $309,900.00 Car Garage! $389,900.00 $219,900.00

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SUTTON – 30 Jones Rd! 9 Room 2,156’ Colonial! 5.31 Acres of Privacy! Long Circular WEBSTER – 882 School St! Conveniently DUDLEY – 9 Progress Ave! 6 Rm Cape! Drive! New Granite Kitchen! Dining, Living & Fireplaced Family Rooms w/Hardwood Located Charming 8 Rm Colonial w/ Move In Ready! Applianced Eat-in Kit! Din Floors! Year Round Sunroom w/2 Skylights! 3 Bedrooms! 24’ Master w/Master Natural Woodwork! Eat-in Applianced & Liv Rms w/Hrdwds! 1st Flr Master w/ Bath! 2.5 Bathrooms Total! 12x24 3 Season Porch w/3 Skylights! Expandable Attic! Kitchen! Formal Dining Rm w/Hardwoods! Hrdwds & 2 Dble Closets & Ceiling Fan! Wraparound Deck! 2 Car Garage! Central Air! Generator! Super Easy Access to Rte Fireplace Living Rm! 4 Possible Bedrooms 3 Season Porch! ½ Bath w/Laundry! 2nd 146! $464,900.00 w/Hardwoods! 2 Bathrooms! Detached Flr w/2 Bdrms w/Hrdwds & a Full Bath! Garage! Cosmetics & Updating Needed! Roofs 2013! Town Services! Quick Close $141,900.00 Possible! $239,900.00

SOLD ON DEPOSIT SOLD DOUGLAS WATERFRONT! 36 Cedar St! Badluck Pond (110Acres) aka Cedar Lake or Laurel Lake! Western Expo - Beautiful Sunsets! 2.74 Acres! 633’ Waterfront! WEBSTER LAKE – 15 South Point Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 812 Beacon Park! WEBSTER LAKE – 54 West Pt Rd! North Pond - Killdeer Isl - West Expo - Beautiful Lake 471’ Road Front! Beautiful Private Setting! Huge 28X96’, 2,688’ Custom 6 Rm Cedar Ranch w/Hrdwd Flrs Throughout! Spectacular, Open Din Rm & Great Rm w/Stone Waterfront Lot! Middle Pond - Panoramic WATERVIEW 1,280’ 5 Rm Townhouse! Lake Views & Sunsets! 2002 Built 6+ Rm Colonial! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Rd Living! Applianced Frplc, Soaring Beamed Cedar Cathedral Ceiling, 6 Sky Lights, Recessed Lighting, 1/2 Bath & 3 Sliders to 96’ Lake Facing Screened Porch! Custom Kit w/2 Skylights, Kit w/Center Isl! Lake Facing Din Rm w/Panoramic Water Views & Recent Wood Flr! Lake Views! Conservation Approval! Build Your Facing! Recently Applianced Galley Kit! Recessed Lighting, Slider to Porch, Wall Oven & Center Island w/Triple Bowl Sink, Cooktop & Dishwasher! Mud Rm Entry w/2 Dble Closets, Tile Flr, Door to Kit & Dream! 100+’ of Shoreline! 53.94’ Road Frplcd Liv Rm w/48” Smart TV & Hrdwds! Facing Liv Rm w/LP Gas Frplc, Recent Wood Flr & French Door to Deck! 1st Flr Laundry & Door to Full Bath! 2 Lake Facing Bdrms w/Walk-in Closets, Skylights & Sliders to Porch! Full Tile Bath w/Separate Shower & Whirlpool Bath w/Door to Master & Hall! Half Bath! 2nd Flr w/3 Spacious Bdrms! Lake Facing Master Suite w/Fantastic Lake Views, Frontage! Land Area 8,147’! Town Services Master Bath w/Recent Skylight! 2.5 Tile Office w/Dble Closet! 2.5 Baths Total! Cedar Lined Closets! Full Basement! Plus 36X72’ 2 Story Heated Boat House/Garage/Work Shop w/Half Bath! Upper Level 5 Rm Frplc, French Dr to its Deck, Dressing/Office Area & Full Bath w/Whirlpool Tub! A 2nd Full Available! 2 Docks! Lots on Webster Lake Baths w/Recent Vanities & New Toilets! Bath off the Hall! Huge Lake Facing Walk-out Lower Level w/Gas Stove & Slider to Stone Caretaker/In-Law Apartment w/2 Full Baths! Game Rm w/Full Bath! 5 Full + 2 Half Baths Total! One of a Kind Waterfront Home! $599,900.00 a Rarity, Don’t let this Slip By without Your 2013 A/C & Heat! Garage! Great Lakeside Patio is Ready for “Finishing”! Additional Lakeside Deck! Dock! $559,900.00 Consideration! $199,900.00 Pool! Sandy Beach! $284,900.00

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD ON DEPOSIT WEBSTER LAKE – 7 Point Pleasant Ave! Panoramic Lake Views! Eastern Expo! Super Sunrises! WEBSTER LAKE – 209 Beacon Park! WEBSTER LAKE – 130 Killdeer WEBSTER LAKE – 194 Killdeer WEBSTER LAKE – 12 Kenneth Ave! WEBSTER LAKE – 60 Bates Point Rd! Middle Pond! Absolute Prime 52’ Level 9,000’ Level Lot! 2,300’ Custom Contemp Colonial! Built 2015! Like New! Open Flr Plan! Custom Island! North Pond Views! Sandy Shore! - 1280’ Townhouse! 5 Rooms! Spectacular Island - North Pond! West Expo - Beautiful Granite Kit w/Island, Stainless Appliances, Gas Range, Soft Close Cabinets & Recessed Lights! South Pond! 5 Rm Ranch! 80’ Waterfront! Waterfront Lot w/Western Expo! Beautiful Sunsets! Panoramic Lake Views! 8 6 Rm Cape! Open Liv & Din Rm w/Newly Completely Remodeled 10 Yrs Ago! Sandy Beach! Fantastic Lakeside Pool! Sunsets! 6 Rm 3 Season Home! Add Heat Spectacular Lake Facing Great Rm, Stone Gas Frplc Surrounded by Custom Cabinetry, Recessed Restored Fireplace! New Lake Facing Rms, 3 Bdrm, 2 Baths, A/C’d, Ranch! Custom SS Applianced Granite Kit! Din Rm Lights & Ceiling Fan! Dining Area w/Custom Ceiling! Full Bath w/Granite Vanity & Custom Tile Kraftmaid Cabinet Kit w/Island & Silestone Applianced Kitchen! Carpeted Dining & Use Yr Round! Great Potential! 4 Bdrms Windows! 2 1st Flr Bdrms, 1 Lake Facing! w/Hrdwds & Slider to Waterfront Deck w/Awning! Lake Facing Frplc Liv Rm w/ Rm & Fireplace Living Rooms! 2 w/Hrdwds, 2 Lake Facing! Frplc Liv Rm w/ Shower! Laundry Rm! “Wood Look” Tile Floors throughout the First Floor! 2nd Flr Features 3 Counters! Bamboo Wood Flrs Throughout! Comfortable Bdrms w/2 Being Waterfront! Lake Facing Master w/Slider to Deck, Hrdwds, Recessed 3 Bdrms! 2 Updated Bathrms! Huge Cathedral, Skylight & Hrdwds! Comfortable Master Bdrm! Frplcd Lower Level Spacious Bedrooms! Master Bath! 2.5 Lake Views! Spacious Kit & Dining Area! 2 Composite Deck w/Vinyl Rails! Walk-out Open Flr Plan! Composite Deck! Lake Lighting, Walk-in Closet & Bthrm Access! Lake Facing Bdrm w/Hrdwds, Dble Closet & Door to Facing Master! 2 Bdrms! Full Bath! Fam Fam Rm! 2 Car Garage! Updated Tile Baths! Central Air! Garage! Baths! 55’ of Sandy Beach! Deck! 3rd Bdrm w/Hrdwds & Dble Closet! Full Hall Bath w/Dble Granite Vanity & Tile Flr! C/Air! Gas Lower Level to Courtyard! Garage Under! $729,900.00 $239,000.00 $475,000.00 Heat! 24x30 2 Story Detached Garage! Dock! Get Packing! $789,900.00 $559,000.00 Rm! $399,900.00

ON DEPOSIT SOLD SOLD NEW PRICE – 8 Reid Smith Cove Road! Panoramic Lake Views! West Expo! Super Sunsets! WEBSTER LAKE – 202 Killdeer Island Rd! Panoramic View of North Pond! Natural Sandy Shoreline! Complete Rebuild Since WEBSTER LAKE WEBSTER LAKE – 37 Bates Grove Rd! WEBSTER LAKE – 104 Treasure WEBSTER LAKE – 905 Treasure Isl! WATER- 9,698’ Lot! Gently Sloping! 2,254’ Custom Contemp Cape, Built 09 as 2nd Home, Like New! Open Flr 2002! Custom Center Island Applianced Granite Kitchen w/Walk-in Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Hardwoods & 1/2 Bath! Open Floor South Pond! As a Second Home, Getaway Island! 1,874’ Townhouse! Oak Cabinet FRONT Townhouse! 6 Rms! 1,874’! Hrdwds! SS Plan! Spectacular Lake Facing Great Rm w/17’ Ceiling, Recessed Lights, Sliders to Trex Deck, Stone or Expand it into Your Dream Home – Have Kit w/Breakfast Counter! Formal Din Plan! Dining Rm w/Window Seat, 2 Closets & Hardwoods! 19X19 Lake Facing Living Rm w/Hardwoods & 2 Sliders to Deck w/Recent Gas Frplc, Surround Sound & Gleaming Hrdwds! Granite Kit w/Isl, SS Appliances, Soft Close Cabinets, Applianced Quartz Kit! Open Flr Plan! 2 Bdrms! Awning! Upstairs to 4 Bedrooms or 3 Plus Office! Lake Facing Master w/Cathedral Ceiling, Walk-in Closet & Master Bath w/Tile Floor, Possible Plans! 4+ Rooms! Open Floor Plan! Rm! Frplc Liv Rm! Screened Porch! 1st Master Bath w/Dble Vanity! 2.5 Baths! Frplcd Hrdwds & Recessed Lights! 1st Flr Master w/Tile Bath, Whirlpool Tub/Shower, Dble Sink & Linen Flr Master w/Walk-in Closet & Bath! 2.5 Huge Corner Shower w/Seat, Double Linen Closet! Full Hall Bath! Hallway Laundry Closet! Lake Facing Walk-out Lower Level Family Closet! Upstairs Sitting Area Overlooking Grand Rm w/Lake Views! Hrdwd Hall to 2 Bdrms w/Recessed Applianced Kit! 2 Bedrooms! Bathroom! Fam Rm! Newer C/Air & Gas Heat! Trex Deck! Covered Deck! Ideal Gradual Sloping Lot w/ Baths! 2nd Level w/2nd Master Bdrm & Room, 2 Sliders to Patio! Full Bath! 3.5 Baths Total! 4 Zone Heat & 2 Zone C/Air only 2 Years Old! Start Packing! $629,900.00 Lights, Ceiling Fans & Dble Closets! Full Bath & Linen Closet! Lower Level Walkout Fam Rm w/Tile Flr, Bath! Recent C/Air! Attached Garage! 2 Garage! 2 Boat Slips! Heated Pool, Sandy Beach! 10’ Ceilings, Recessed Lights, Ceiling Fans, Stone Gas Frplc, Surround Sound, Wet Bar & Slider! Full Panoramic Lake Views! Boat Slips! Heated Pool! Sandy Beach! $449,000.00 Bath w/Tile Flr! Utility Rm w/Laundry & Storage! Nice Docks! Get Packing! $724,900.00 $399,900.00 $324,900.00

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Home TownTToown Service, Town of West Brookfield Department Assistant own-to-TT own BIG TIME RESULRESULTSLTSTS Board of Selectmen’s Office The town of West Brookfield seeks applicants for a part-time position of Department Assistant in the Board of Selectmen’s Office. This position reports to the Board of Selectmen and is CLASSIFIEDS Place y o u r a d t o d a y ! responsible for a variety of administrative tasks and specialized functions for the overall

 
  Call t o l l ffr e e operation of the office; will provide support to the Board, respond to public inquiries, or v i s i t o ur w e b s i t e maintain files, process mail, prepare correspondence and perform special projects as directed 1-800-536-5836 or needed. Position requires independent judgement, confidentiality and effective customer service techniques. An Associates Degree preferred, two years of administrative support experience required, preferably municipal office experience. Minimum qualifications include ARTICLES FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 200 GEN. BUSINESS 300 HELP WANTED knowledge of confidential record keeping, modern office procedures, proficiency in MS Word and Excel, basic report/letter preparation, and customer service skills. MOTORS: 1/2HP 230/460V Please email a cover letter and resume to bos@wbrookfield.com or mail to: 1725RPM, 56 Frame $30. 5HP, 310 GENERAL HELP 010 FOR SALE OATS Diane Vayda, Chair, Board of Selectmen, P.O. Box 372, 2 East Main Street, West 230/460V 1740RPM, 184T 205 B WANTED Frame/TEFC $100. 5HP, Brookfield, MA 01585. The position will remain open until filled with priority given to 2 LAZY BOY LEATHER- 230/460V 3495RPM, 184T swivel rocker recliners, beautiful 14’ GREAT CANADIAN FOSTER PARENTS applications received by January 18, 2019. Frame/TEFC $100. 4 Motor rich mahogany color. Less than CANOE includes 2 clamp-on WANTED: Seeking Quality Speed Controls Hitachi J100, 1 year old, perfect condition. chair seats, 2 paddles, 2 life- Homes Throughout Central 400/460V Best Offer. Call 5pm- $500 each. 774-280-2639 vests. Excellent condition. $425 MA To Provide Foster Care 8:30pm 508-867-6546 508-885-3017 To Children In Need. 24/7 2008 ZODIAC and 14’ Support. Generous Reim- CANOE, excellent condition. REMEMBER YOUR SWEET- HEART: Collection of Victorian bursement. $1000 Sign-On ACTI-V 9’4”, electric pump/all Era hand-painted items ALL Bonus. Call For Details. accessories, air floor. 2009 with roses: vases, rose bowls, CANOE - 17’ GRUMMAN Devereux Therapeutic Fos- Honda 8HP, serviced. $2,195 pitchers, chocolate pot, cake ALUMINUM, flat bottom. Ideal ter Care. (508)829-6769 Canoe: oars/ seats, no leaks. sets, planters. No reasonable for fishing and family fun. $850. $275 860-983-0800 Sturbridge offer refused. 508-237-2362 Call Sue 860-412-9632 725 AUTOMOBILES 740 MOTORCYCLES 745 RECREATIONAL Auburn 700 AUTOMOTIVE 2008 NISSAN ROGUE S AWD 2002 HARLEY DAVIDSON VEHICLES SMALL BUREAU $75. well-maintained, runs, drives, ELECTRA-GLIDE FLHT 2007 TRAVEL WILD RV Auto, Printer’s Antique Drawers $20 225 INSTRUCTIONS everything works well, passed 38,340 miles, asking $6,000 225 GALLON WATER 725 AUTOMOBILES White, ONLY $8,995. Herb Per. Fake Brick Fireplace With safety inspection. 126K miles. 508-277-8745 STORAGE TANK - used 6 Chambers Toyota of Auburn, Heater $140 Kitchen Chairs. 1971 Chevy Impala Con- Very solid in snow. Black interior, months. $350 508-867-2523 809 Washington Street, Auburn, Spare Tire P225/60r16 Eagle Inexpensive guitar lessons in vertible400 2 barrel carb with brand-new brake pads, front & 2005 YAMAHA V-STAR 1100 North Brookfield. $5.00 for kids CLASSIC, PEARL-WHITE MA (877) 906-1649 24 FOOT POOL, ABOVE- GA With Rim $45 Vanity Table 89,000 miles, 1 owner, runs back. $4400 774-232-9310 and $10.00 adults. My lessons Has all options- hardbags, wind- GROUND, 4 years old, filter, & Chair $135. Car Sunroofs 311 PART-TIME smooth, new top in 2012, ask- are 1/2 hour long on weekdays ing $8,000 or best offer 508- shield, custom seats/exhaust, motor, all supplies included (ex- $100. Per. Homemade Pine ELP ANTED or weekends. Call or text 1-774- H W backrest, floor-boards. 20,000 cept liner) Ready to go $950 or Coffee Table & 2 End Tables 885-6878 200-0955 or email well-maintained miles. Great best offer 508-498-0166 leave $100. Antique Lamp Jug $40. STURBRIDGE - part-time 2011 SUBARU OUTBACK - [email protected]. looking & performing bike. message Antique Croquet Set $40. Wood front desk Reception Proces- 136,000 miles, great shape, reg- $3500 OBO 774-289-4550 Truck Ramps 8 Foot $100.00. sor. Here’s an opportunity to ular maintenance, roof rack, Drop Leaf Cart $50. End Table 1987 BMW 325i Convertible, trailer hitch, back-up camera. join a small, dynamic insur- red with black leather interior, 4 SNOW TIRES -235/50 R18 W/Drawer $50. End Table ance agency in Sturbridge, $7500. 508-688-7666 2016 RIVERSIDE TRAVEL 153,000 miles and in good con- TRAILER RETRO WHITEWA- 101T used 2 months- paid W/Drawer $60. Elvis Presley Sil- UEL OOD MA. Looking for a reliable, or- 265 F /W dition, no rust, newer top, needs 2012 TOYOTA RAV4- 79,000 TER MODEL 195 bought new, $800, asking best offer. 508- houette $50 (he talks!), Indian ganized, personable, detail Want to Place a tune-up. $4100 or B/O, Adam miles. Well-maintained, 3rd row used twice in new condition w/ 414-2474 canvas painting $60, 9 golf clubs oriented individual, who can 508-735-4413 seats, black, one-owner. a Classified Ad? extras; must give up camping. $100, Call 1-508-764-4458 or 1- CORD WOOD - Seasoned, maintain a flexible schedule. ABOVE-GROUND SWIM- $11,000. 508-688-7666 Asking $13,900 860-779-3561 774-452-3514 cut, split, delivered. $250 a cord. Must have good working Call 800-536-5836 MING POOL, 24’ x 54”, filter 508-826-3312, 508-344-9214 knowledge of Microsoft Pro- Black 2011 Honda Fit Sport, 5- system, 1 season. $1,000 or grams Morning hours 20 hrs 1988 Mercury Topaz, 73K speed automatic 73,000 miles, BMW MOTORCYCLE, rare best offer. 508-943-8769 *********************** 750 CAMPERS/ per week. Email resume to: miles, one owner, always very good condition. Asking K75 (4-stroke in-line 3 cyl SNOW PLOW, Myers, 61/2’ FIREWOOD: Cut, Split & Deliv- garaged, showroom condition, $8,000 508-341-7644 motor), 1995. Mileage 10,800 TRAILERS all controls and lights, great ered. Green Wood Lots siacobucci@ mccurdyinsurance.com white, 2 door, 4 cyl., auto, FWD, (tires have about 1K wear) ACORN STAIRLIFT - 3.5 condition. Can be seen at Wanted. Call Paul (508) 769- PS, PB snows on, driven daily, color: silver (#705). Asking 5TH -WHEEL HITCH, 1 yr old, years old; like new condition. Old Cider Mill, Rt. 9, West 2351 best offer. 774-232-0920 or 508- F250 work truck, 2012, RWD, $5,200. Accessories: 3rd gen- for Chevy or GMC, $700, Chevy 11 feet long. Asking $1400 or Brookfield or call 774-232- 892-1462 71K, equipped with aluminum eration saddlebags with keys 5th-Wheel tailgate, good condi- best offer. Call 508-277-6568 if 9382 flatbed with fold-down sides. Re- and insert bags, tail rack, tion $200, 5 trailer tires 235/ interested. ************************ 283 PETS cent brakes, battery, ac com- Monoshock upgraded to YSS 80/16R on mag wheels, like new pressor, tires, 10 ply. Ready to dialed to 250 lbs. Adjustable - $800 Marc 508-847-7542 ANGLE IRON CUTTER For 1998 Mercedes Benz SL500 work. 10,000 GVW. $17,000 all documents. Original toolset Shelving 4W296, HK Potter TEDDY BEAR SHICHON convertible and removable hard- 325 PROFESSIONAL 508-943-1941 or 508-320-2765 and bike manual. OEM wind- 760 VANS/TRUCKS 2790. Normally Sells For $700. PUPPIES - 3 males, 2 females. top. Red to keep you young! shield, Corbin low seat, Trickle SNOW TIRES, PIRELLI 2000 GMC 2500 SIERRA 4- $50 OBO. Call 5pm-8:30pm, Born 8-26-18. Vet checked, HELP WANTED Perfect condition. $14,000 508- charger, heated handgrips. 245/45R19/102V M+S, 250 door cab & 1/2, 4-wheel drive, (508)867-6546 available 11-4-18 $800. 401- 885-6988 This bike was stored in a miles, $1000, 508-564-3556 no rot, with plow + truck mount 678-9166 or 401-419-5889 or BASED IN North Brook- RED 1971 MUSTANG MACH garage for many years and is Beautiful Southwestern style slide-in Fleetwood Alcorn 860-315-9945 field: Home Every Night. 1 in good condition. 302 engine in like-new condition. Cruises sectional sofa, gently used, L- camper (2001) w/bath, fridge, Class A Driver And/Or Gen- 2001 CAD EL DORADO TC with automatic transmission. between 60-80 with no effort shape 112” x 86” Please call to TOOL SHEDS Made of Texture a/c, kitchenette. $5900 508-341- eral Mechanic For 18-Wheel 72,000 miles. Must see! Lots of new parts. Call Eric at and accelerates 0 to 60 in 4.5 set up time to view 508-885- 1-11: 8x8 $1075 8x10 $1260; 6347 9962. $150 firm. 8x12 $1350; 8x16 $1675 Deliv- Trailer Trucks $11,000 7 Hartley Street, Web- 508-987-2628. Serious buyers seconds. A true 3-season ****************** ered, Built On-Site. Other Sizes 284 LOST & FOUND ster, Mass. only. miler! Available. CALL (413) 324-1117 Contact H.R. Salem Trans- 508-943-1790 or ETS port, LLC.(800) 262-9081 2006 Ford E150 Van, good BUNK BEDS, black (youth) P 2002 BMW 525iA. $3995. Call [email protected] condition. 65,952 miles, $3,300 with mattresses (includes like- Transport chair, Excel Deluxe Ray for more details. 508-450- 740 MOTORCYCLES Call 508-765-4738 x 322 new bedding) $350. Other furni- by Medline 19” seat, up to 300 5241 ture also available. Call Pat 508- lbs. Used once. 508-637-1304 Did you find 400 SERVICES 1991 HARLEY DRESSER: 949-9049 55,000 Miles. Runs Great! your pet? 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA S $4,500 or Will Trade for Car of $3995. Call Ray for more info. 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT TREES/FIELDSTONE: Or find a home 433 CLEANING Equal Value. BASS BOAT COFFEE & TWO END TA- Trees- Evergreens, Excellent 508-450-5241 16 1/2ft LUND Very Good Con- 1997 BOBCAT 763 skid steer BLES- Cherry finish w/glass Privacy Border. Hemlocks- for one? HOUSE CLEANING AVAIL- dition! MANY EXTRAS $3,750 loader in great condition. 1800 tops. Very good condition. Spruces-Pines (3’-4’ Tall) 5 for ABLE Reasonable rates. 2010 MAZDA M3 iSV. $6800. O.B.O. Call for Info (508) 943- Want to Place a Classified Ad? hours, 46hp. Auxiliary hydraulics $125 Call 508-735-2560 $99. Colorado Blue Spruce Weekly, bi-weekly or monthly Call Ray 508-450-5241 5797, Cell (508) 353-9722 Call 800-536-5836 $2100. 617-706-6736 (18”-22” Tall) 10 for $99. New times available. Bonded- Call England Fieldstone Wendy for a FREE estimate at: Couch, 84 inches long. Dark Round/Flat, Excellent Retaining 774-262-9166 red fabric with pillows, good con- Wallstone. $28/Ton dition. $150. 508-410-5167 (508) 278-5762 Evening TWO USED RECLINERS, $75 CUB CADET SNOWBLOWER. each. Dishwasher, bought new, Hold on to your 442 LICENSED DAY 13hp Tecumseh OHV. 45 in. never used, $225 or best offer. LET US KNOW!!! width, trigger steering, 6 FRWD, 2 508-764-3567 please leave CARE REV, new condition. Hardly used! message Please call us so that we $1,600.00. 508-347-3775 can take your ad ************************* VIKING RANGE, PROFES- The Commonwealth of moment in time... out of the paper... ELECTRICAL MATERIAL: SIONAL SERIES, propane Massachusetts Office of Child Industrial, Commercial, Resi- gas, 6-sealed burner, 36” in- Town-To-Town Care Services requires that all dential. Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Re- frared broiler, as new, never lit, Classifieds ads placed in the newspaper for lays, Coils, Overloads, Fuses, still in original packaging, w/tags. child care (daycare) in your Photo Reprints Available, Breakers, Meters, Punches, Model VCGSC-5366BSS, 508-909-4111 home include your license num- Pipe-Benders. New Recessed trades considered. $4,600 508- ber From All Of Our Publications Troffer, Flourescent 3-Tube T-8 865-7470 277V Fixtures Enclosed $56 454 HOME Each. Call 5pm-8:30pm. 287 FEED (508)867-6546 IMPROVEMENT Options & Prices FINLAND BLUE FOX WE’VE MOVED! Husqvarna FURNITURE DOCTOR: Have JACKET: By Michael Valente lawn tractor, misc. home fur- HAY FOR SALE - $4 a bale your furniture Professionally Size 8, very good condition. nishings, king, queen, twin beds, off wagon (pick up only), cash restored at Reasonable rates. $100 OBO. Vintage Black lamps, etc. priced to sell! No rea- 508-826-3312 Furniture face lifting, painting, American Sable Coat, sz. small sonable offer refused. Call 413- striping to Refinishing, caning and $50 OBO 508-864-4075 896-7047 Sturbridge area. repairs. ANTIqUE DOCTOR, 298 WANTED TO BUY Daniel Ross (508)248-9225 or FLY RODS - 2 ALBRIGHT (860)382-5410. 30 years in A/5 490 9 FT. #4 RODS. 2 business Orvis reels Battenkill BBS II. WHITE OUTDOOR PROD- LEE’S COINS & Asking $200 each set or best UCTS SNOWBLOWER. 10hp JEWELRY offer. 508-347-3145 Tecumseh, two stage, 30 in. $ BUY & SELL $ ALL 500 REAL ESTATE width. Electric start, well main- GOLD & SILVER ITEMS ****************** tained! $600.00. 508-347-3775 Specializing in NUMIS- 546 CEMETERY LOTS FULL LENGTH MINK MATIC COINS, Bullion COAT: Size 12. New $2,400. Pine Grove Cemetery, Asking $300. 508-612-9263 Items, gold & silver of Whitinsville. Double plot for sale, ****************** 100 GENERAL any form! qualified with over 30 years experience lower than the going price. Yew & a following of many sat- Avenue. Call owner 774-602- GARAGE CLEARANCE: AR- 105 BULLETIN BOARD 8211 TIFICAL CHRISTMAS TREE, isfied customers. We also sell a nice selection of fine bush trimmer, glass top table, VOLUNTEER NEEDED to etc. 508-728-5559 (Spencer) jewelry, antiques & col- WORCESTER COUNTY shovel sidewalk & back porch lectibles. Bring in your MEMORIAL PARK: Garden for elderly person in Leicester items & see what they’re of Faith, Paxton, MA. 2 LOTS during the winter. 508-868- GARDEN MANURE, deliv- FOR SALE. BUY ONE FOR 5953, please leave message. worth. You won’t leave ered. 4 yards, $130. Call disappointed. Honesty $2,500. GET 2nd LOT FOR Prindle Hill Farm 508-320- and fairness are our best FREE!! Call Dick. 508-612-9263 3273 or 508-248-7335 policies! Lee’s Coins & LETTER PRESS COMMER- Jewelry, 239 West Main 576 VACATION Street, East Brookfield CIAL PRINTING EQUIPMENT 107 MISC. FREE RESOURCES - all together, poster press (Route 9 - Panda Garden 14”x22”, job press 10”x15”, Sey- FREE TWIN BED MATTRESS Plaza) (508) 637-1236 or CAPE COD TIME SHARE bold paper cutter (extra blade) AND BOX SPRING, Uxbridge. (508)341-6355 (cell) FOR SALE: Edgewater 25”x36”, wooden type cabinet, Good condition. call 508-278- Beach Resort, 95 Chase Av- 12 draws of type, 1 lead cutting- 6447 enue, Dennisport, MA 02639 saw, hand tool equipment, 2 On the water, Studio (Unit steel draw cabinets. (will not sell 706). Permanent Week 33 WANTED: 24’ Pontoon Boat & separately) $5,000. 508-764- 130 YARD SALES (August). Deeded rights.You’ll 4458 trailer (used). Webster area. own it for a lifetime & can be **************** 617-750-0969 passed down to your children DEADLINE FOR and grandchildren. YARD SALE REDUCED $3500. (508) 347- SUBMISSIONS IS 3145 LIVE BAIT FOR ICE FISHING WAR RELICS & WAR NOON MONDAY TIMESHARE FOR SALE full- open 24/7. 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