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MONSON TOWN MEETING EDUCATION

Held outdoors and socially-distanced with most voters wearing masks because of the continuing New rail study celebrated pandemic, Monson’s annual town meeting resulted in a new fiscal year budget and more. by advocates for new area commuter line By Michael Harrison corner of Metro Hartford-Spring- [email protected] field, closest to Worcester and Bos- ton. The study recognizes the work REGION — Advocates of a we’ve done to prepare for restored new commuter rail line connecting passenger rail.” Western Mass. to Boston are cheer- Prepared by the international ing the release of a new Capitol consulting firm AECOM, which Region Council of Governments re- specializes in infrastructure, the port backing all the main arguments report not only celebrates modern for public investment in the project. mass transit as a tool for economic “The study is great for Palmer,” and social transformation but accus- Ben Hood, chairman of the East- es state and federal governments of West Rail Steering Committee said. negligence over a lack of progress. “The inland route between Bos- Although it hails the 2018 opening ton and New York City is the key to of the Hartford-Springfield line as a unlocking the enormous economic step in the right direction, the ser- benefits and transit-oriented devel- vice just scratches the surface, the opment that would accompany re- consultant said, and even that new stored passenger rail to Palmer. We are well-positioned at the northeast RAIL ❙ page 5

Turley Publication photos by Michael Harrison Voters give elected body a new gender-neutral name By Michael Harrison town meeting such as funding gov- L. Allen, Karen Nothe-Valley, and winner will join Mary Hull and [email protected] ernment and services for a new fis- Patricia Oney – are candidates for Richard Smith. cal year, voters Monday night ap- the select board seat now held by Nothe-Valley reflected the MONSON — When all is said proved Article 28, which changes Ed Harrison, whose term is expir- change on her campaign’s Face- and done, 2021 might be remem- the name of Monson’s Board of Se- ing. Harrison declined to seek an- book page Monday night. bered as the “Year of the Woman” lectmen to simply the Select Board. other term. “WE retired the outdated term Courtesy photo in this town. If the change was considered over- That means no matter who “Selectmen,” a relic from the past This graphic gives shows commercial square footage, housing units, and Among the usual nuts and due, it certainly comes at an appro- wins, the three-member board will jobs for the existing and proposed passenger stations along this route. bolts work done in a typical annual priate time. Three women – Jessica have a majority of women. The MEETING ❙ page 5

HEALTH & WELLNESS LAW ENFORCEMENT Regional vaccine clinic firing on River gets some TLC Former all cylinders for multiple towns police officer convicted, sentenced SPRINGFIELD — Daniel Cintron, 31, of Monson, a former Springfield Police Officer, was re- cently found guilty in a jury-waived trial in Hampden Superior Court on charges of indecent assault and battery on a child under 14 (two counts), and intimidation of a wit- ness (two counts). Turley Publications file photo Following the court’s verdict, Palmer Health Inspector Chrissy Florence has partnered with other area he was sentenced to two to three towns to set up a COVID-19 regional vaccination clinic on Converse Street. years in state prison. With the state’s shift to regional sites, the one in Palmer has enough vaccine Cintron’s conviction was the supply to serve every area resident who wants a shot. second trial on these charges after a jury in September 2019 deadlocked By Michael Harrison over and it doesn’t look like they’re on a number of charges. The Hamp- [email protected] coming back. den District Attorney’s Office opted Anyone who wants a vaccina- Photos special by Samantha Smalley to retry the case but had to wait until PALMER — The days of tion can get one essentially on-de- THREE RIVERS — Res- Field and cleaned away trash and can Rivers, the Chicopee 4 Rivers recently due to the pandemic’s im- COVID-19 vaccine shortages are mand now. That includes everyone idents responded to the call for debris of all kinds from the river Watershed Council, Keep Palmer pact on the court system. 16 and older and Massachusetts is volunteers at the Palmer Conser- and river banks. Clean, and Country Bank. The charges stemmed from an getting close to approving a vaccine vation Commission’s May 8 Riv- The effort was organized by Sarah Fortune, conservation investigation by the Hampden er Cleanup. Palmer Conservation Commis- VACCINE ❙ page 5 Volunteers met at Laviolette sion in partnership with Ameri- RIVER ❙ page 8 SENTENCED ❙ page 2

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Courtesy photo Community Pride TANK BRIMFIELD — Caleb Rubio and his mom Billie Jean Rubio participated in last week’s Brimfield Com- “Hello my name is Tank and my parents are munity Clean-up event with Troop 7- Scouts BSA. Ac- the Krolls in Palmer. My favorite thing to do is play cording to the troop’s Facebook page, approximately outside and go on car rides. I also love spending time Turley Publications photos by Michael Harrison 200 volunteers picked up trash throughout the town, with my mom and dad and I’m excited for a visit from along roads and other areas, including Congregational the Easter bunny!” Church and the Town Common. They filled a 15 cu- Which animals make your life special? We fea- bic-yard dumpster with bagged trash, removed over ture your pets every week here and on Facebook. All 30 tires appliances, furniture and more. First Congre- animals welcome! Is there a pet you’re fostering and gational Church of Brimfield and Hitchcock Academy trying to re-home? Email a high-resolution jpg of your were among the sponsors. If you or a family member pet with a little information to [email protected]. would like to get involved with Scouting, go to troop- 7brimfield.org, e-mail [email protected] or call 860-595-4084.

SENTENCED ❙ from page 1 Support the District Attorney’s Office’s Special Victims Unit, the Springfield Police Department’s Special Victims local businesses Unit, and the Chicopee Police Department. “I hope this verdict brings justice to all of the vic- that support your tims and families involved in this case,” Hampden Dis- PALMER — The unofficial show drew visitors from across and Rusty Corriveau and an- trict Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni said. local newspaper. start to antiquing season kicked the country. chored at Brimfield Winery and “The bravery of the victims should be commend- off last week with several days It ended Monday – just in Cidery, 35 Main Street in Brim- ed in coming forward, as the fear and angst created by Let them know you saw of shopping and food at Marier’s time to the the appetite for this field, has more than 300 dealers someone who abused his position of power, is not eas- Antique Flea Market. From clas- week’s and runs through May 16. For ily overcome. My office will continue to fight for vic- their ad in the sic lapel buttons to vintage mu- opening of Brimfield An- more, visit them on Facebook or timized children and all victims of abuse. I also thank sical instruments, albums, furni- tique Flea Markets. Brimfield go to brimfieldantiquefleamarket. Assistant District Attorney Liz Vasiliades for her great ture, and cabinet-sized radios, the Auction Acres, owned by Kate com. work.” Journal Register Cintron is also ac- cused of charges stem- ming from an altercation • 118 Works of Art at the Eastfield Mall in • 67 Area Artists August 2017, which awaits trial. He faces

, Judith Podell • NINE Galleries • Sales Shop seven criminal counts: unarmed robbery, assault and battery (two counts), ** House of Art and Intimidation of a wit- Playing My Song 200 Main Street ness (four counts). A Heartfelt Monson Assistant District **Covid 19 Guidelines in Place Attorney Liz Vasiliades represented the Common- wealth in this case.

Acrylic on Canvas, Plus Online Gallery Thank You www.MonsonArtsCouncil.org 27th Annual Spring Art Exhibition & Sale Corrections The Colors of Change The Journal Register will gladly correct factual errors that In recognition of NATIONAL HOSPITAL May 15 - 16 • 22 - 23 • 29 - 30 • 2021 appear in this paper. Corrections or clarifications will always ap- WEEK, we give our heartfelt thanks to our Noon - 5pm • Sales Shop pear on Page 2 or 3. To request MEDIA Sponsor a correction, send information to Editor at [email protected], frontline and all who support them. Together, or call 283-8393, extension 236. Corrections may also be request- their courage, dedication, compassion and Linda Lastoff ed in writing at: Journal Register, Attn: Editor 24 Water St., Palmer, teamwork continues to make a difference in MA, 01069. the lives of our patients and community. Because of them, there are brighter days ahead. From the bottom of our PHONE 413.283.8393 hearts – THANK YOU. Fax: 413.283.7107 Class Subscriptions: 413.283.8393 PALMER HIGH SCHOOL EMAIL Advertising Sales 413.283.8393 >> Join us in recognizing our Senior Class Parade SENIORS Editor Saturday, May 15 NEED TO ARRIVE Michael Harrison healthcare heroes by BY 11:45 [email protected] TO DIVINE MERCY 12 noon Staff Writer making a Gift of Gratitude at Jonah Snowden [email protected] BaystateHealth.org/GiftsofGratitude Subscriptions The parade will begin at [email protected] $35 per year pre-paid Divine Mercy parking lot, down ($40 out of state) Main Street to the High School. Newsstand: $1.00 per copy

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WALES GOVERNMENT The Journal Register Obituary Policy

Turley Publications offers two types of Town meeting obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing May 19, elections the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $100, on May 26 which allows families to publish extended death WALES — The annual town meeting will be held notice information of their own choice and may 6 p.m. May 19 at Tantasqua Regional High School au- include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid ditorium. Go to the town website at townofwales.net to Obituaries should be submitted through a view a copy of the warrant. funeral home to: [email protected]. Voters go to the polls May 26 for the annual town election. In addition to candidates for office, the ballot Exceptions will be made only when the family Turley Publications staff photo by Jonah Snowden provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. asks voters to decide whether or not to change the posi- The Three Rivers Fire Department, located at 50 Springfield Street, is offering a free CPR class for village tion of Road Commissioner from an elected office to an residents. appointment by the Select Board. This year, you can vote by mail. Applications are available at the Senior Center, Town Office or Library. Emergency rent Three Rivers Fire Department Completed ballots must be received at the Town Office by 8 p.m. on May 26. money available offering free CPR class Candidates for this year’s election are: By Jonah Snowden “If can use the life saving the police or fire department. You for residents in [email protected] skills before we get there, it’s go- can intervene almost immediately BOARD OF SELECTMEN (three year term) ing to help provide a better out- and have a positive impact.” William J. Matchett Candidate for Re-election THREE RIVERS – Better to come for the person in need of The first date for a free CPR need know how to perform Cardiopul- aid. If you are at home and your class is June 20, though it is ten- BOARD OF ASSESSORS (three-year term) By Michael Harrison monary Resuscitation and never significant other goes into cardiac tative, depending on interest from Leon Givner Candidate for Re-election [email protected] have to use the technique than arrest, you can start CPR for the the community. Nodurf said as of wishing you did if someone near sake of keeping the heart pump- May 7, he has not received any PLANNING BOARD (three-year term) * MONSON — If you’re behind on rent because of you suddenly needs it. ing until we get there and con- inquiries about the class. For now, Sarah L. Ryan 9 Main Street non-incumbent the COVID-19 pandemic, up to $5,000 is available to Residents of Three Rivers tinue the process. The chance for the class is only being offered to help keep you in your home. who are interested in learning success is so much higher than if Three Rivers residents. TREASURER (three-year term) Through a partnership with the Springfield-based CPR have the opportunity to you have to wait for the actual re- “I’d initially like to have it Rodney A. Kincaid Candidate for Re-election not-for-profit Wayfinders, Monson is able to provide learn. Three Rivers Fire Depart- sponders to arrive.” for the community we serve,” assistance to eligible residents for as long as funds last. ment firefighter Stephen Nodurf Reflecting on his experience Nodurf said. TAX COLLECTOR (three-year term) The program has been offered for months and even after is ready to teach you at no cost. learning CPR, Nodurf said it is “We would certainly be able Rebecca R. Smith Candidate for Re-election some residents have received the emergency aid, there’s Nodurf said although it is a “pretty straightforward,” and to extend it to the other villages Melanie A. Oney Challenger still money left over to help others in need. non-certification class, all volun- “anybody can do it.” and Palmer, but I’d like to start An eviction moratorium enacted in response to the teers will “still have the skills to The simplicity of the critical initially with the Three Rivers BOARD OF HEALTH (three-year term) pandemic expires June 30 and with the economy in flux perform CPR,” which can save technique is part of the message. community.” Kenneth C. Moore Candidate for Re-election and some restrictions still in place, Wayfinders wants lives when someone stops breath- “That’s what we want to get To contact the fire department Jean M. Herbert Challenger to reach out to eligible renters while the assistance still ing and seconds – even minutes out to the community, the fact that and sign up for the class, send a exists. – count. everybody has the opportunity to message through their Facebook CEMETERY COMMISSIONER (three-year term) “We still have a good amount of funds available “Our response time is a few save a life,” Nodurf said. page or call 413-283-7161. Joel Robert Jette Candidate for Re-election for renters in Monson,” Tyler Hadley, digital market- minutes,” Nodurf said. “You don’t have to wait for ing manager for Wayfinders said. The aid, he said, “is LIBRARY TRUSTEE (three-year term) specific to Monson renters who have not been able to Keridwyn E. Pitcher Candidate for Re-election pay rent due to COVID-19 related issues, but are also still offering others programs,” that can help residents SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEMBER (three-year term) facing housing insecurity. Candidates set for Monson town election Carolyn A. Boehne Candidate for Re-election John S. Croke Challenger Payments go directly to landlords. To be eligible, The following are candidates Building 8 a.m.-7 p.m. June 1-3. Gennie Bailey applicants must have an income that is 80% or below will appear on the ballot for the For inquiries contact the Alison Morgan the town’s median income of $82,427. Here’s the in- TANTASQUA REPRESENTATIVE (three-year term) Annual Town Election, 8 a.m.-8 Monson town clerk’s office at: Michael J. Valanzola Candidate for Re-election come threshold by household size: p.m. June 8 at Memorial Hall, 413-267-4115 or email town- School Committee (one-year 198 Main Street. [email protected]. term) vote for one: 1 Person Household = $47,850 ROAD COMMISSIONER (three-year term) Anyone who would like a Jackie Watts, Jr. Bruce R. Cadieux Candidate for Re-election 2 Person Household = $54,650 vote by mail application can con- The candidates are: Donald Smith 3 Person Household = $61,500 tact the clerk’s office or go to 4 Person Household = $68,300 MODERATOR (three-year term) monson-ma.gov by 5 p.m. June 2. Select Board: Water and Sewer Michael J. Valanzola Candidate for Re-election 5 Person Household = $73,800 The deadline to register to vote for Jessica L. Allen Commissioner: 6 Person Household = $79,250 the election is 8 p.m. May 19 (if Karen Nothe-Valley Joseph Prior 7 Person Household = $84,700 CONSTABLE (three-year term) the town office building is closed, Patricia Oney Charles Smith Candidate for Re-election 8 Person Household = $90,200 voters can apply in person at the Cemetery Commissioner: Main Street entrance where they Highway Surveyor: Sarah Pedder Those with an income above that level might be el- will be greeted at the door. 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Letters of up to 250 words from local residents endorsing candidates incorrect, what home on the ballot or discussing campaign By Andras Moritz issues should be sent to The Journal Register, care of Turley Publications, 24 Water St., Palmer, MA 01069, should I do? he COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way faxed to 413-289-1977 or emailed By Russell Gloor we work and interact with those around us. As to [email protected]. Please in- Guest columnist Tmany companies now allow remote work, more clude a daytime telephone number employees are advocating to stay remote even after the for verification purposes (it will not be Dear Rusty: My sister and I have the same state reopens. printed). Letters must be received by MassInc Polling Group released a study reporting noon Monday to be considered for that first and last names but are distinguished by our Thursday’s newspaper. No attack let- “middle” names. Our last name consists of two nearly 70% of Massachusetts residents will be continu- ters will be printed. No letters written family names, which gives us both four, with ing to work from home, or will inquire about working by candidates supporting their own only our middle names unique. We received from home, even after the pandemic ends. candidacy will be printed. If the vol- two Social Security cards with the same name While this is a fantastic movement towards remain- ume of letters received is larger than (middle name excluded), each with a unique ing home with family and being present outside of our the space available in the newspaper, number, but with our last name misspelled. So, work lives, what does this mean for the security of our or if the letters become repetitive, the work information? newspaper reserves the right to print my questions are: a representative sample. No endorse- Long awaited Most companies have fire walls and extra security • Which card is mine, and which is my sis- ment letters will be printed in the last ters? measures in place to protect employees and their offic- edition before the election. • Is it okay that our last name is misspelled? flowers for the wisteria es. These extra steps of protection would ensure that For more information, call editor I called Social Security and was told to employee information, client details, company secrets Michael Harrison at 413-283-8393. make an appointment online, which I tried to was out shopping at one of the larg- To encourage early and dependable flow- and more would remain safe from hacking or phishing Campaign news do, but could not because it wouldn’t accept est garden centers I have ever been ers, be sure to plant wisteria in full sun. efforts. As part of its election coverage, the newspaper plans to print stories my last name. I don’t know what to do now Ito yesterday, and was tempted to buy Six hours of direct sunlight each day is As we move to a work from home environment, about contested races for Congress, and hope you can advise me. Signed: Confused a wisteria (along with a hundred other necessary. Deep, fertile soil that is neu- employees don’t have a same amount of security as plants). My good friend is al- tral to slightly acidic (pH 6-7) state Senate, state House, district at- Sister they did in an office setting. This increase in protection torney and Governor’s Council during ways talking about how pretty IN THE will grow the healthiest plants. has resulted in ransomware and cyberattacks across the Dear Confused Sister: You haven’t shared hers is and with an occasion- Start off with a planting hole at the weeks leading up to the election, GARDEN state. As NBC10 Boston reported last year, these at- as well as a question-and-answer your age, but unless you’re ready to apply for al picture sent my way, she is least 24 to 36 inches in diam- tacks are on the rise and resulting in 1 in 6 communities voters guide. In order to ensure fair- Social Security, you and your sister have time sure being modest. Her speci- eter and 18 to 24 inches deep, in Massachusetts falling victim. ness to all candidates, no political to correct your last name in your Social Secu- men is beyond pretty, more like amending it with one-third its So how can you protect your information while press releases will be printed, nor rity records. In any case, your Social Security gorgeous! I tried to remember volume in compost, peat moss working from home? will reporters cover political rallies or Number is what is used to record your earnings back to the one we had growing or well-rotted manure. fundraisers. for the purpose of future Social Security bene- at Old Sturbridge Village, long Wisteria also has the rep- When you consider protecting your company in- Candidates who wish to further fits, so you aren’t losing anything where your since gone now, but luckily I utation of being able to “leap formation while working at home, consider the types of publicize their candidacy, beliefs and earnings credits are concerned. You should, had written the following col- small buildings in a single communication and storage you use. These days, most events may contact advertising, 413- Roberta McQuaid employees are using email as their main form of com- 283-8393 about paid advertising in however, get your correct last name reflected umn, which gives some great Columnist bound,” and topple the weak- in your Social Security records to be sure that advice for first-time wisteria er ones to the ground! Be pre- munication and with integrated hosting services like The Journal Register. your future benefits will be properly paid. owners, especially those who pared by having a strong verti- Google and Microsoft that allow document sharing, For Social Security purposes, only first are waiting for theirs to bloom. Read on! cal support in place prior to planting the storage and creation in addition to email, it’s critical names and last names (surnames) are consid- The wisteria was planted eight long vine. Trellises, pergolas or arbors will that employees take extra steps towards protecting their ered your legal name. You can include a middle years ago. Although the vines have over- all suffice. Other, solid surfaces can be email accounts. name if it will help distinguish you from an- taken the pergola beside which it was mounted with rows of copper wire for the Finding a privatized email service that allows you Letters to other, but your legal name for Social Security installed, there has never been a single vines to twine on. The copper won’t rust to use your existing work email can provide further pro- purposes will be your first and last name only. flower…until this year! Finally, a hand- and it will disappear among the plant ma- tection against cyberattacks at home. Providing these the editor Thus, you should correct your Social Securi- ful of lavender-purple blossoms hang terial as it ages. Plant wisteria no deeper types of services for employees, or employees seeking policy ty profile to reflect your correct first and last like bunches of grapes from the top of than it was growing in the pot from the this protection on their own, can increase confidence in the structure. If I hadn’t glanced up I nursery, unless it was grafted, then the name and include your unique middle name for security and confidentiality of information for the em- probably would have missed this first ef- graft union should be planted just under personal purposes to distinguish you from your ployee, company and clients. Letters to the editor fort entirely. I can only imagine how, in the surface of the soil. Water well after sister. For additional awareness, SS last names In February, Gov. Charlie Baker told the Greater should be 250 words or just a few more years, the show will be planting and throughout the first season less in length, and guest are limited to 13 characters. Also, it’s not un- Boston Chamber of Commerce that half of the full-time so breathtaking that everyone passing by of growth. A well-balanced fertilizer can state employees will transition to a hybrid model, which columns between 500- common for many people to share the same will remark at its beauty. be added annually. 800 words. No unsigned sets the standard for many companies across the state. first and last name (e.g., John Smith) in Social There are two species of wisteria Once the vine is well established, or anonymous opinions Hybrid models, which allow employees to work Security’s records – it’s the Social Security commonly grown by gardeners: Chi- fertilize only if deficiencies are evident, will be published. We number associated with that name that counts. nese wisteria (Wisteria sinensis) and and water only upon wilting. By dis- from home and the office, provide bigger threats for require that the person Other factors might apply too, such as Japanese wisteria (W. floribunda). Their couraging vegetative growth, flower pro- email security breaches. As employees transfer work submitting the opinion whether the Social Security cards and num- twining vines are vigorous with a capi- duction will be encouraged. If numerous devices or more confidential documents to and from the also include his or her bers you and your sister now have are new, or tal “V,” quite capable of growing 25 or years have gone by and still there are no office, ransomware and cyberattacks are more likely to town of residence and if either or both of you have been using those more feet tall. Wisteria are valued mostly flowers, a heaping application of phos- increase. home telephone number. Social Security numbers for past employment for their purple toned or white flowers, phorous in the form of superphosphate Privatized email services can mitigate headaches We must confirm author- purposes. In any case, those numbers have been which, as mentioned, hang in pendulant (0-20-0) may help. You can also try of the hybrid model in addition to working from home. ship prior to publication. assigned to you, so getting your profile to re- clusters in mid to late May, arriving just pruning back new growth severely in late This is because they are available on Android and Ap- We reserve the right flect your correct last name is important. It’s as the foliage is unfurling. The flowers spring or early summer. If that doesn’t ple mobile products, as well as desktop devices, which to edit or withhold any submissions deemed to also important that each of you separately use are fragrant, and pea-like, accounting for stimulate flowers the following season, leaves worry behind when switching devices. The flex- the fact that plant is a member of the pea try root pruning in late fall to “check” ibility can complement the hybrid model without sacri- be libelous, unsubstanti- only one Social Security card/number (you use ated allegations, personal one; your sister the other). family. In addition to it being vigorous vegetative top growth. This is done by ficing security, whether in the office or at home. and pretty when in flower, the wisteria is simply cutting into the soil with a spade attacks, or defamation of To correct your name with Social Securi- Overall, privatized email services are best for pro- character. ty, you should fill out and submit form SSA- hardy and long-lived. If there are Victori- four feet from the trunk to a depth of tecting employees as they work from home or enter hy- an era homes in your town, no doubt one about 18 inches. 5, which you can download/print at this link: brid models as the state reopens. With flexible options Please send opinions to: or more will still sport a wisteria trail- Sure, it may take awhile for wisteria https://www.ssa.gov/forms/ss-5.pdf. Note that and optimal security features, companies and employ- The Journal Register ing over the front porch. Examine an old to flower, but believe me, it is worth the ees can get the best of both worlds during this unpre- Letter to the Editor the form is used to apply for a new card, get specimen up close and you will notice a wait! a replacement card or to change information dictable time. 24 Water St., gnarled, twisted trunk several inches in Roberta McQuaid graduated from Palmer MA 01069, for an existing Social Security number. The diameter. Sometimes, with careful prun- the Stockbridge School of Agriculture About the Author or by e-mail to: form includes complete instructions on how to ing, the vine can take on a self-support- at the University of Massachusetts. For Csaba Andras Moritz is a Massachusetts-based [email protected] fill it out, and you can submit it via the U.S. ing tree-like form. the last 28 years, she has held the posi- Post Office to your local Social Security office, Wisteria has the reputation of taking tion of staff horticulturalist at Old Stur- entrepreneur and innovator who specializes in cyberse- curity and new architectures for artificial intelligence. The submission deadline the mailing address for which you can find at notoriously long to flower. Plants started bridge Village. She enjoys growing food for consideration is www.ssa.gov/locator. Take note of the form’s from seed reportedly won’t do so for 10 as well as flowers. Have a question for Monday at noon. instructions for including additional documen- to 15 years! Those grown from cuttings, her? Email it to [email protected] tation for identification purposes. I suggest layers from the mother plant, or those with “Gardening Question” in the sub- that you and your sister both do this separate- that are grafted will bloom somewhat ject line. ly, each of you taking ownership of one of the sooner, usually in seven to 10 seasons. The Social Security numbers. When Social Security Journal Register processes your name change, they will sched- The Journal Register (USPS ule an appointment to discuss any remaining 418-940) is published every questions they may have. They will notify you Thursday by Turley Publications, COMMENTS ON CONGRESS Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. via U.S. mail of the date/time of the appoint- 01069. Telephone (413) 283- ment and the next steps to be taken. 8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. 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RAIL ❙ from page 1 line needs improvement, according to mass transit network. Filling those gaps, the study. the report asserts, would transform the Have extra “The work remaining to be done in- region. Its key findings include: cludes electrification, additional rolling stock, a • Up to 40,000 jobs in informa- water ready replacement of the Connecticut tion, finance, and professional services River Bridge at Windsor Locks, dou- “which have fueled growth elsewhere in ble-tracking of key segments, five new the Northeast” can be attracted over time May 16-21 or relocated stations, and upgrading the to this region. PALMER — Water District 1 will be conduct- downtown Hartford rail viaduct. These ing a system flush during the week of May 16-21. improvements, estimated to cost up to • Between New Haven and Worces- Having reserve water on hand is recommended. $3 billion, would boost speed, reliability, ter, the Inland Route rail improvements Flushing will commence shortly after 7 a.m. and access,” the study states. would serve 16 existing and future sta- on Sunday, May 16, and will continue until the The Pioneer Valley Planning Com- tions. Recent and planned development system is completed. Dirty water may be expe- mission also had input on the report. in these station areas suggests a strong rienced periodically throughout this week in the The East-West Rail project in Mas- market of interconnected residential entire district. sachusetts would connect Springfield to communities, employment centers, and The district suggests you obtain an adequate Worcester and Boston, and potentially public destinations. storage of water before the flushing begins and to westward to Pittsfield. monitor the water throughout the week. “These services nominally exist to- • Aggregate station area potential The Palmer Water District regrets any incon- day, but with only one train in each di- has capacity for about 20 million square venience during the flushing operation, but it is rection (Amtrak’s Lakeshore Limited), feet of commercial development and necessary for the maintenance of the system. Monson town meeting AApproximately 100 voters turned out for Monson’s annual unreliable performance, and uncom- 30,000 housing units. Call 283-8411 with any questions or con- town meeting held at Granite Valley School Monday night. petitively slow speeds—about an hour cerns. longer than driving in mid-day condi- “Together, these two outcomes – tions. While several alternatives remain the gradual attraction of 20,000-40,000 in play, an investment in the $4 billion ‘missing’ professional service jobs and MEETING ❙ from page 1 range would cut nearly an hour off the the construction of station-area develop- VACCINE ❙ from page 1 before women had the right to vote or receives for running the program, he and Springfield-Boston trip, enable at least ment – account for for people ages 12 to 15, Gov. Baker said recent- 10 round trips per day, and provide com- an estimated $47 to $84 billion in could hold this seat,” she posted. “So Harrison, the town moderator, had an ex- ly. With the state’s shift from mass vaccination proud of Monson for making this change change in which both raised their voices. fort and reliability,” according to the re- directly-generated regional GDP over sites like stadiums and malls to smaller, regional port. 30 years, including $27 to $48 billion in and happy to be part of our town’s present When Cady began speaking, he apparent- sites, the clinic at Palmer’s Converse Street has and future.” ly didn’t think he had Harrison’s full at- “In Boston, the train would stop not wages. An additional $15 to $21 billion been positioned for months to service the area. only at South Station, with its instant of indirect and induced GDP is estimated Allen made an issue out of the term tention and addressed him directly. After an initial round of serving first and sec- when she first announced her campaign, “Hey! I’m talking to you!” Cady said. connections to the Red and Silver Lines as well,” according to the report. ond shots for seniors around the area, the clinic and much of downtown accessible on “If you can commute easily be- vowing to cross out “Selectman” and re- Harrison admonished Cady for his sat idle while vaccine supplies were routed to the place it with “Selectwoman” in her nomi- tone. foot, but at the key destinations of Back tween Hartford and Springfield, or live mass-volume sites. Since early spring, however, Bay, the Longwood Medical Area (Lans- in Windsor Locks and work in Worces- nation papers. “I will run this meeting without crit- Converse Street has been busy daily, vaccinating If the annual meeting – held outdoors icism,” Harrison said. “Kindly state your downe Station), and the future multi- ter, or live in Holyoke and work in Hart- 3,600 people through last week and isn’t stopping modal hub at West Station. Together, the ford or New Haven; or if you can run on the Granite Valley School football field case.” anytime soon. during a cool, damp evening – seemed The discussion ended after Town Ad- East-West Line and the completed Hart- a business in Springfield and routinely “It’s a huge success for our people,” Palm- ford Line would reconstitute a 21st-cen- make day trips to New York or Stamford to run mostly pro forma, there were sev- ministrator Jennifer Wolowicz explained er Health Inspector Chrissy Florence said. “The eral holds, discussions, an amendment, the program was approved by prior deci- tury version of the old Inland Route— or Boston; or if your business at Bradley teamwork and collaboration have been phenom- regular train service from Boston to New International Airport can attract workers and even some drama. Ultimately, voters sion. Cady also had a verbal scuffle with enal.” approved a $26,838,904 budget for fiscal School Committee Chair Jeff Lord after York via Worcester, Springfield, Hart- from Wallingford and Palmer—all by Working with health officials in multiple ford, and New Haven—which the region train, without the expense of car own- 2022, which begins in July. Cady asked if the money budgeted for towns, the Palmer site has been serving resi- The budget approved for the current Monson schools would fund some sort has lacked for decades. It would create ership or the future roadway congestion dents of Ludlow, Wilbraham, Brimfield, Holland, a regional network of great versatility that will come with growth— that’s a fiscal year that’s ending was 25,673,964. of “Black Lives Matter” curriculum, ref- Wales, Monson, West Brookfield, and Sturbridge. Town Accountant Jamie Farnum ex- erencing the social awareness movement. and economic potential, combining in- competitive advantage for the region,” At capacity, the clinic can serve 1,000 daily. Now, tercity service all along the corridor with the report states. plained most of the increase is tied to debt “You can take your right-wing con- all it needs is people who want to be vaccinated. service approved at prior town meetings. spiracy theories and…,” Lord said, ges- high-frequency, transit-like service in the This week, Converse and its team are admin- Hartford-Springfield core.” Boost for Palmer Many expenses were lowered or remained turing angrily at Cady. Lord either didn’t istering a round of second shots and servicing the flat. finish the sentence on purpose or was The town of Palmer, which would homebound. The clinic will operate for as long as An economic driver return to its roots as a commuter rail hub, inaudible over the PA. That brought Har- needed, Florence said. Making an amendment rison back into another exchange with At a press conference last week at figures prominently in the report. “We’re guaranteed second doses throughout Springfield Union Station, U.S. Rep. “A historic industrial community Resident Gretchen Neggers proposed Cady. Harrison warned Cady to not “go the pandemic, so there’s always enough vaccine an amendment to the Health and Human beyond the scope of this article” during Richard E. Neal and Pioneer Valley known as ‘the Town of Seven Railroads,’ and we’re in it for the long haul – we just need Planning Commission Executive Direc- Palmer is still a rail crossroads, where Services line in the omnibus spending the discussion. bodies to stick!” she laughed. package funding veterans services. Neg- “You allowed him to attack me!” tor Kimberly H. Robinson seized on the the CSX and Central Vermont intersect Though the number of virus infections in report as further evidence that a Biden in Depot Village. Both lines are busy gers, who successfully lobbied the select Cady shouted to Harrison, referring to Hampden County has it considered high risk, board last month for the town to leave Lord. administration infrastructure proposal freight carriers, and Amtrak’s Lakeshore Some individual towns have been making prog- should include more than $1 billion for Limited passes through (but does not the Veterans Services District of Eastern “Strike two,” Harrison said. ress. In Palmer, the number of new cases has fall- Hampden County, objected to budgeting “You can either stop interrupting or the East-West line. Biden’s infrastructure stop) on the CSX track. Union Station, en by nearly 50% with 29 new cases in the last wish list is reportedly under negotiations an H. H. Richardson original building, money for the town to be part of a con- invite yourself to leave.” two-week period reported. Other area towns have sortium. The select board is still deciding Ultimately, Supt. of Schools Cher- among congressional leaders, but there’s lives on as a restaurant and landmark,” also experienced fewer cases recently. Ludlow been no date set for public hearings. the report says. whether to join another district or create a yl Clarke told Cady there is no Black slipped from red to yellow with 83 new cases and town position to handle veterans benefits Lives Matter-based curriculum in Monson In the meantime, Neal, who pledged “While Depot Village is largely built Monson has held steady in that category despite last fall to fight for the project, laid out out at the scale of a small town center, issues for residents. schools. just 10 new cases reported. Hampden has 17 new After several revisions, some money at the press conference part of his argu- there is ample underutilized land avail- cases and Wilbraham 27. Ware, also in the yel- ment on why Western Mass needs a new, able. Palmer’s Community Plan identi- – about a third of the $34,000 budget – Other business low, had 27. was carved out for a part-time position in Town meeting also approved $12,800 expansive commuter rail. fies Depot Village, as well as an expanse Chicopee and Springfield remain in the red. “In the Hartford-Springfield area of undeveloped woodland along Route case one is created, along with office ex- to make the Keep Homestead Museum penses – and the amendment was passed. more energy efficient; $126,683 to ac- (there is) a population of 1.6 million 32 just north of the village, as strategic How to make an appointment people, regional gross domestic prod- development sites. Palmer’s location in quire 66 acres of property on Hovey Hill Go online to home.color.com/vaccine/ Raised voices Road, and $142,000 for 52 acres on Re- uct of over $20 billion, 20 colleges and the regional mobility network amplifies register/palmer to book an appointment for a universities, two historic downtowns and its potential from a commercial/ industri- Article 8 drew a hold from Robert imers Road that connects to the Norcross COVID-19 vaccine shot at the town of Palmer’s Cady – not his first – and a discussion fol- Wildlife Foundation property and to be New England’s second-largest airport, al as well as a residential standpoint. De- Converse Street regional site. in which I believe seven million people pot Village adjoins the only Massachu- lowed over a budget proposal to transfer kept as open space in perpetuity. ventured through last year,” Neal said. setts Turnpike exit in a 24-mile stretch, $30,000 from the Community Preservation The new fiscal year budget provides “This confirms what many of us and three regional highways—Routes Fund to a rent assistance program admin- nearly $1.7 million for the police depart- have thought about what improved 20, 32, and 181— intersect here. Palm- istered by Wayfinders, a Springfield-based ment and $260, 597 for the fire depart- not-for-profit. Before Cady registered his ment. rail service could do for the Spring- er is the gateway to a 21-town area that HAMILTON ❙ from page 4 field-Hartford-Worcester-New Havenincludes the University of Massachusetts complaint about the 15% fee Wayfinders areas, in terms of not just geography, but at Amherst. Developable land is inex- prise and intelligence… The nation is worth in terms of investment as well.” pensive.” fighting for, to secure such an inestimable jewel.” Robinson also considers the report Echoing arguments local rail pro- Abraham Lincoln said this in 1864. His words re- validation. ponents have been making for years, the mind us that safeguarding a freely chosen, dem- “In so many ways the findings of report seeks to hone the message that an ocratically elected government that creates the Top Floor Learning, a privately funded this study confirmed what we ourselves East-West line benefits essentially every- conditions for each of us to succeed by dint of our non-profit corporation, has been helping have known here for decades,” Robinson one. efforts is what engaging in politics is all about. others help themselves for 35 years with said. “Households, businesses, and gov- Lee Hamilton is a senior advisor for the “Regions that are connected by rail ernments are connected in a complex its Adult Basic Education programs. Indiana University Center on Representative What makes Top Floor Learning to major economic hubs such as Boston web of interdependent relationships Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the 1455 N. Main Street, Third Floor and New York City are thriving, while based on producing, selling, purchasing, unique is its IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and In- Palmer, MA 01069 underserved communities like ours have and taxing goods and services,” it says. facebook.com/topfloorlearningpalmer personalized instruction. lagged behind. We now know what the “An initial change in one of these ternational Studies; and a Professor of Practice lack of rail has cost us economically and creates ripple effects through the others. at the IU O’Neill School of Public and Envi- this trend simply cannot continue.” Initial impacts tend to create revenues ronmental Affairs. He was a member of the Let TFL’s method of One-to-One private at other firms and employment for resi- U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. tutoring help you reach your goals with: POSTPONEMENT: Key findings dents and associated income, as well as We are so sorry According to the report, the “Metro tax revenues to state and local govern- • Basic reading, writing and math skills but our May Hartford-Springfield” region would rank ments referred to as fiscal impacts.” • High School Equivalency Exam (GED) preparation Scrabble Night among the 40 largest in the U.S. “Yet the • English Language Instruction (including conversation Hartford-Springfield economy is isolat- Reporter Jonah Snowden contribut- classes) and our May ed and lagging” because of gaps in the ed to this story. Public AuctioN • Citizenship preparation Basket Raffle will WEDNESDAY, MAY 26TH AT 11:00 A.M. • Basic Computer Skills be postponed. 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Register, including those previewed in sto- Mondays and Wednesdays. Aquacise is a and Thorndike. support the arts by being a part of its fund- NEW POLITICAL COMMITTEE: A ries, briefs and on the calendar page, may low-impact, full-body workout performed raising committee/booster club. The club is new Brimfield Democratic Town Commit- be canceled with little notice. The Journal in the water to put less stress on your joints SALVATION ARMY ASSISTANCE: looking to fundraise, find sponsors, donors, Register encourages readers to contact tee is being formed as a big tent community and muscles while building strength. To re- Residents of Palmer, Thorndike, Bonds- and underwriters for upcoming productions, event coordinators and organizers for up- activist group. All Brimfield Progressives serve a spot visit ludlowbgc.org and click on ville and Three Rivers seeking emergency workshops, and educational opportunities. dated event times. Have an event to pro- are welcome – registered Independents can Adult Programs, or call Matt Thompson at help with fuel assistance, utility payments/ All interested individuals are invited to the mote? Email the information (in a Word join as non-voting members. A networking 413-583-2072, ext. 122. For updates on the shut off, food, and clothing can contact the next board meeting. If you are interested in doc or as email text – no PDFs, please – to party is being held 2 p.m. Sunday, May 23. facility, register on the website to receive Salvation Army in Canton, MA at 339-502- being a part of Greene Room Productions or [email protected]. This is an opportunity for town Progressives Club emails. The Club continues to make 5900. This is the office located in Canton, for more information, contact Erin Greene to get acquainted with each other. Those health and safety its No. 1 priority to ensure MA. If eligible, staff there will be able to ad- at (413) 668-7284 as soon as possible. who don’t wish to join the committee can all visitors who enter the building have a dress your concerns and provide assistance NOW sign up for the email list, so they can be clean and safe environment. until the local Palmer office is once again FREE HEALTH SERVICES are kept informed of activities. For more infor- ADULT BASEBALL: Tri County staffed by a volunteer outreach coordinator. available at the Monson Council on Aging mation, contact one of the Co-Chairs - Paul Baseball League tryouts/practice for adults PALMER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE from 9 –11:30 a.m. on the second Wednes- Adams ([email protected]) or Maria will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 15, at St. FORCE: Consists of business owners, MAKE A DONATION to the Monson day of each month. Services include a free Thomson ([email protected]). Joe’s Field in Thorndike. community members, survivors and allies. Free Library in honor of a special person or blood pressure and glucose check. For more For more information, contact one of The Palmer Domestic Violence Task Force family member, in the form of a book, DVD information or to schedule an appointment, the Co-Chairs - Paul Adams (pdadams74@ OUTDOOR SKILLS FOR GIRLS: promotes education and awareness in the or CD, audio book or magazine subscrip- call 267-4121. Walk-ins are welcome. charter.net) and Maria Thomson (mthom- Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massa- community while empowering, educating tion. The person will receive a letter inform- [email protected]). chusetts invites girls and their guardian to and providing resources to those who have ing them of your gift. The cost of donations CANDIDATES FORUM: The Monson an Intro to Outdoor Skills event for girls cur- been affected by domestic violence and/or is $25 for a book, $20 for a CD or DVD, FAMILY GAMBLING-ANON Democratic Town Committee 54th Annual rently in pre-K and kindergarten who are not intimate partner Violence in Palmer or those $100 for an audio book and $20 for a maga- GROUP on the first and third Monday of Candidates’ Night Event will take place 4-7 yet Girl Scout members 1-2 p.m. Saturday, who have found safety in Palmer. For help zine subscription. For more information call every month from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Haynes p.m. Saturday, June 5, at Westview Farms May 15 at Quarry Hill Community School, and meeting information, email palmerd- 267-3866. Chapel (behind the sanctuary) at Sturbridge Creamery, 109 East Hill Rd., Monson. All Monson. Girls will earn their first Girl Scout [email protected]. All contact is confidential. Federated Church at Maple Street and Route candidates on the ballot for Monson’s June patch while learning basic campfire building CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP 131 in Sturbridge. For those interested in 8 town election are invited to speak. This techniques, first aid, and jackknife safety. MUSIC LESSONS, YOGA AND Please join us at 6 p.m. every first Thursday gaining more support to promote your gam- event is an opportunity for candidates to Sign up is at https://bit.ly/GSoutdoorskills. MORE: Just because days are short, and of the month at Palmer Healthcare Center, bling recovery. To join this new group, call connect with Monson voters. A light meal Space is limited. All COVID safety precau- the thermometer reads cold doesn’t mean 250 Shearer St. Palmer. Light refreshments Doug at 508-887-1696 or Dee at 508-347- (burgers, hot dogs and chips) will be served tions will be followed. This is an outdoor there’s nothing to do. Hitchcock Academy will be served Contact Kate Martin at 413- 2122 or just come to the meeting. for $15 per ticket. To purchase tickets, text event, dress accordingly. For more informa- constantly works with instructors to offer 283-8361 for more information. or call Patty Smith at 413-284-7801 or Sar- tion contact GSCWM Recruitment Manager options to its community members. Look LIBRARY LOFT Used Book Store ah Pedder at 774-707-5563 or email Keith Tammy Gilpatrick at tgillpatrick@gscwm. for upcoming classes in yoga, tai chi, med- CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED Who is at Schoolhouse Commons, 1085 Park St. Valley at [email protected]. All pro- org or 508-749-3639. itation, and fencing. Hitchcock Academy Jesus? What did he achieve? How should we (Route 20) in Palmer. Regular winter hours ceeds benefit the Monson Democratic Town follows all current COVID guidelines for respond? “Christianity Explored” is a study are: Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. Committee Scholarship Fund. TAG SALE: The Monson Free Library, cleaning and social distancing and anyone which seeks to answer these questions from to 4 p.m. Book donations will be accepted at 2 High Street in Monson, is holding a Tag AT THE HOLLAND LIBRARY using the facility must wear a mask. the Gospel of Mark. The course involves the Palmer Public Library or at the Library Sale on 9 a.m..- 3 p.m. Saturday, May 15. All information regarding current class seven weekly one-hour sessions using Bible Loft during open hours. Please, no maga- All proceeds will benefit the library. The New Saturday hours for Holland Li- offerings, events, and registration are avail- study, related DVD viewing, and discussion zines or Reader’s Digest Condensed Books. rain date is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, May 16. brary 3-8 p.m. Weekly hours are: Mon- able at hitchcockacademy.org. of the pertinent passages. For more informa- We accept books only in good, clean condi- ART SHOW: The Monson Arts Council day-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays, 10 tion contact Mal at 413-250-8548. tion. For more information, call 283-3330, is presenting its 27th annual Art Exhibition a.m.-4 p.m. FREE FOOD PROGRAM: The Mas- ext. 100, or visit www.palmer.lib.ma.us. and Sale, “The Colors of Change,” May 15- Coming this Summer: Tails and Tales sachusetts Military Support Foundation has MONSON DEMOCRATS WANTED 30 in the House of Art, 200 Main Street in Children’s Summer Reading Program. found a way to get food to families that need by the Monson Democratic Town Commit- THE MONSON COUNCIL ON AG- Monson, and as an online gallery. To sign Follow the Library on Facebook. Join the it. The Farmers to Families program, set up tee. Meetings are held on the fourth Thurs- ING Meals on Wheels drivers deliver de- up for a workshop or for more information Community Book Club: The book club will by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is day of each month over Zoom. Contact licious home cooked meals to Monson Se- on the exhibit, visit monsonartscouncil.org. meet online via Zoom. Copies of the month- part of a Coronavirus Food Assistance Pro- Chair Karen Nothe-Valley at 413-846-3041 niors (age 60+) in their homes every Monday POETRY WORKSHOP: “Ekphrastic ly book selection, in a variety of formats, are gram that help people all over the nation and or [email protected]. through Friday. Seniors who could benefit Poetry: Hear It ! See It! Write It!” presented available for curbside checkout at the library. has a site in Springfield open to all residents. from receiving a home delivered meal are by Cindy Snow at Memorial Hall, 6:30-8:30 Contact the Holland Community Center for The program will supply food kits with WEEKLY CLASSES at Holland Com- those just returning from a stay in the hos- p.m. May 19. This workshop is funded by more information by calling them at 413- fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy products munity Center, 40 Brimfield Road, Holland. pital, rehab unit or nursing home, those who the Monson Cultural Council with funding 245-3163. Like them on Facebook for up- and meat products that distributes package Mondays and Wednesdays lunch is served live by themselves and find it difficult to get from the Massachusetts Cultural Council. dates. To Join the Zoom meeting: Meeting into family-sized boxes. You can register at noon, reservations required by calling out, and frail seniors who are alone much of Participants will create poems in response ID: 736 9214 3025; Passcode: p95795. for your food kit at mmsfi.org. On the web- 413-245-3163 and a $2 donation is request- the day while family members are at work. to the art exhibit “The Colors of Change” site choose “Springfield, Ma” as your pick ed. Mondays at 10 a.m. is yoga class with The Meals on Wheels program provides se- on display at the House of Art. To register, up site and sign-up. Register for one week Mah Jongg, and Monday evenings at 6 p.m. niors with a daily hot nutritious meal, and a contact Gay Paluch by e-mail gay.paluch@ ONGOING or all four with easy one time registration. is Texas Hold ‘Em. Tuesdays at 10 a.m. is friendly visitor during the middle of the day. comcast.net or phone 413 893 9014. The EVERYONE INVITED TO AQUA- Food kit includes fresh dairy, protein, and the Coffee Social which is open to every- Meals can be ordered every day, or only as cost for the workshop is $5. Additional in- CISE: The Ludlow Community Center/ produce totaling 30+ pounds of food. Mili- one, and Open Crafts are held on Tuesdays, needed. Call the Monson Senior Center at formation about the spring exhibit can be Randall Boys & Girls Club at 91 Claudia’s tary families are encouraged to sign-up but 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Zumba is held on 267-4121, for more info and to enroll. The found at monsonartscouncil/artshows. Way, Ludlow, offer Aquacise for residents registration is open to the public. Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Mah Jongg is at 1 requested donation is $2.50 per meal. The of Monson, Palmer, Brimfield, Holland and p.m. and Yoga is at 5 p.m., plus Pitch at 6:30 Monson COA Nutrition Program is funded, BOOKSTORE at the Unitarian Univer- p.m. Stained glass is every Thursday from in part, by a grant from Greater Springfield salist Parish of Monson at the corner of Lin- 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. and Cribbage is Senior Services, Inc. coln and Main streets in Monson is open the weekly on Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. Walking first Friday of every month from 5:30-7:30 Club is on Thursdays at 4 p.m. The Billiard THE MONSON ARTS COUNCIL is p.m., the third Saturday of every month from Room is open Monday through Thursday seeking new members. One does not have 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Books priced from 25 cents from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. For ev- to be a resident of the town of Monson to to $1 each: fiction, nonfiction, thrillers, hor- eryone. For more information, call 413-245- become a member. The Arts Council is a ror, mystery, science fiction, how-to, clas- 3163. nonprofit organization dedicated to bring- sic literature, children’s books, romances, ing the arts to Monson and the region and it cookbooks, gardening books and more. All NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS is a depends upon membership dues for support proceeds benefit the parish. Donations are nonprofit fellowship or society of men and and the ability to provide various programs. accepted. Call Mary at 267-9952 for more women for whom drugs had become a ma- The public is welcome to attend the coun- information. While currently closed, we are jor problem. The group is comprised of re- cil’s monthly meetings, held on the fourth anticipating reopening later this year. covering addicts who meet regularly to help Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the each other stay clean. Local meetings are House of Art. The council welcomes new LEARN ABOUT LOCAL HISTORY: held every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at The Liv- program ideas and participation in all activi- Want to learn more about local history? ing Room of Trinity Episcopal Church, 17 ties. For more info, call 267-9764. The Elbow Plantation Historical Society is Park St., Ware; every Monday at 7 p.m. at available for research and other information. St. Patrick’s Church, 22 Green St., Monson; GED MATH VOLUNTEERS NEED- They can be reached at elbow.plantation@ Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. atd the Belchertown ED: Top Floor Learning, Inc. at the Palm- gmail.com. Send them your questions and United Congregational Church, 18 Park St., er Public Library is accepting applications comments and leave your preferred contact Belchertown; every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. for helping adults pass the GED Math test. information and they will will respond asap. and the Palmer Historical & Cultural Cen- Adults who have a high school diploma and ter, 2072 Main St., Three Rivers; and every good math skills in algebra, geometry, and THE MONSON LIONS CLUB has a Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Second Congrega- word problems are eligible to apply. Call CLUES ACROSS 35. Russian dynasty 67. Int’l nonprofit goat antelope 20-foot x 20-foot tent for rent. The cost is tional Church, 1080 Pleasant St., Palmer. 283-2329 for info. 1. Large, flightless birds member 29. Murdered in his $75 for a two-day event. The club will put it For more information or to find additional 5. Lifts and moves heavy 37. City along the Elbe CLUES DOWN bathtub up and take it down. For more details, con- meetings throughout the New England area, A SUPPORT GROUP FOR COM- objects River 1. Midway between 32. Tease good-naturedly tact Curt at 413-668-6653. visit www.nerna.org. PULSIVE GAMBLERS, Gam-Anon of 10. Hyundai sedan 38. A peninsula between northeast and east 34. Morsel Longmeadow, invites all family and friends 12. Wear away by erosion the Red Sea and the 2. Partner to cheese 35. Cause persistent DAY SPRING LODGE A.F. & A.M. PALMER FOOD SHARE, INC., an of people with gambling addictions to its 14. Arranged alphabet- Persian Gulf 3. One from Utah resentment ically 40. Actor Damon 4. A way to move 36. A radioactive element located 14 Bliss St., Monson is making its emergency food pantry, is open on Tuesdays weekly meetings. The Gam-Anon group 16. Top prosecutor 41. __ King Cole, musician 5. Playing cards 39. Perform in a play hall available for rent for $75 for a variety and Fridays from 9:30-11:15 a.m. Food meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the 18. __-de-sac: Short 42. Company that rings 6. Baseball stat 40. Witty remark: Bon __ of parties and functions. For reservations,, Share is located at 39 Walnut St. in Palmer. First Church of Christ, 763 Longmeadow dead-end street receipts 7. Long river in western 43. A great place to kayak call Doug Battige at 413-267-5855 or 413- Call 283-3614 with questions or to order to Street (corner of routes 5 & 192) in Long- 19. Digital audiotape 44. Scatter Asia 44. Conclude by reasoning 265-9398. pick up food. meadow. For more info, visit www.gam- 20. Linguistics pioneer 45. Basics 8. Grandmothers 46. In an unfavorable way anon.org, or call (800) 266-1908. 22. Singer DiFranco 48. Part of a door 9. Entertainment legend 47. Complex of nerve RESERVE YOUR CELEBRATION AL-ANON FRIDAY NIGHT BOOK 23. Arms of the sea 50. Indicates silence Sullivan tissues (abbr.) 25. Near-reach weapon 52. Moved quickly on foot 10. Steam bath room 49. Machine for making TENT now for your First Communion, STUDY meetings - a fellowship of relatives (abbr.) 53. Monetary units 11. One who kills paper bridal and baby showers, graduation par- and friends of alcoholics who share their ex- INTERESTS 26. Ballplayer’s accessory 55. A place to crash 13. Food 51. Feline ties, family reunions, birthday parties or any perience, strength and hope in order to solve 27. You get one at the 56. Many subconsciousses 15. Swiss river 54. Yugo’s hatchback other kind of celebration you may have out- our common problems. We believe alco- KEEP HOMESTEAD MUSEUM at 35 beach 57. Group of countries 17. Fleet 59. Check doors. The Palmer Lions Club has a tent for holism is a family illness and that changed Ely Rd., Monson is closed until further no- 28. U.S. founding father 58. About line of latitude 18. Taxi 60. Press against lightly you, either 20-feet x 20-feet for $125 or 20- attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon has one tice due to the continuation of the COVID 30. W. Australia indigenous 63. Female follower of 21. Working class 61. Wind-pollinated plants feet x 40-feet for $200. This includes setup purpose, to help families and friends of al- 19 pandemic. There will be no meetings, people Bacchus 23. More (Spanish) 62. __compoop tours, events or programs. They are hoping 65. A dentist can treat it 24. High schoolers’ test 64. Commercial and takedown in the Palmer area. Call Karen coholics. The group meets Fridays at Sec- 31. Amounts of time to hold the Concert on the Lawn in August. 33. Put on the shelf 66. Dull brown fabrics 27. Large heavily built at 413-813-8445 to make a reservation. You ond Congregational Church, 1080 Pleasant may need to leave a message and your call St., Palmer from 6:30-7:30 p.m. will be returned. The Palmer Lions Club CALENDAR ❙ page 7 May 13, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 7 In the classroom

School-to-career students, mentors, honored at annual awards event

Monson High student Leanna Craven with her mentor Geoff Farrington at the Law Offices of Bohnet, Romani & Farrington. They were named Outstanding Student and Mentor Team at the recent RESTC recognition event.

Palmer High School student Jack Letendre and his mentor Sheila Browne worked together at the Palmer district office and were named one of the Outstanding Student and Mentor Teams. Courtesy photos Connor Santos Aaliyah Placanico

PALMER — River East School-To-Career held its ture workforce. • Nicole Tessa, Pathfinder High School education and to assist in preparing youth for the de- annual Business and Education Recognition to celebrate Baystate Health received the Business Champion mands of the 21st century workplace. The River East businesses and outstanding high school student-mentor award in recognition of their dedication to the health The outstanding Student and Mentor Team from School-to-Career Partnership brings together schools, teams that participated in Work-Based Learning expe- and wellness of people in local communities during Monson was Leanna Craven, Monson High School and businesses, and organizations to create exciting career riences as well as award recipients of RESTC’s annual these exceptional times and their ongoing support of her mentor Geoff Farrington at the worksite of Law Of- exploration opportunities for students. Their aim is to scholarship program. Work-Based Learning and Career Development. fices of Bohnet, Romani & Farrington. help students make informed decisions regarding their This year’s event was held April 30 via Zoom be- Scholarship recipient from Monson for this year career and educational goals. In the past five years, over cause of the pandemic. Palmer Outstanding Student and Mentor Teams was Connor Santos, Monson High School. 1,000 students have participated in School-to-Career The recognition program was an uplifting event that were recognized: Event Sponsors were Country Bank, Burkhart Piz- activities including Belchertown, Hampden-Wilbra- that provided a venue for students, educators, and busi- • Jack Letendre, Palmer High School; Mentor, zanelli & Stephen R. Chiacchia, CPA, BayState Wing ham, Longmeadow, Monson, Palmer, Pathfinder Re- ness partners to share their stories about the powerful Sheila Browne; Worksite: Palmer School District Hospital, and Asnuntuck Community College. gional VTHS, and Ware. impact of Work-Based Learning (internship/co-op) ex- • Nicole Tessa, Pathfinder High School; Mentor, Scholarship sponsors this year were Quabbin Wire For more information on the services that RESTC periences. According to RESTC, properly designed and Nate Shattuck; Worksite: Devon Lane Farm Supply, & Cable Company, Inc., River East STC, Luso Federal provides, call Amy Scribner, executive director, at 413- implemented college and career readiness programs Inc. Credit Union, Gaudreau Legacy Fund Jules and Mau- 283-5051, email her at [email protected], or like internships and co-operative education are proven Palmer scholarship recipients for this year: reen Gaudreau, and Monson Savings Bank. visit rivereast-stc.org. methods for developing capable employees for our fu- • Aaliyah Placanico, Palmer High School The mission of RESTC is to promote K-16 career

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Scholarship offer for Nature trails are open daily until dusk for Guild is a no pressure group with varying hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country ski- degrees of accomplishments, from novice to STAINED GLASS MAKING CLASS agriculture-oriented students ing. Trail maps can be found in the parking Big E “Best In Show” winners. The mem- will be held on Thursdays at the Holland The Hampden County Improvement HCIL is committed to encourag- lot. The Phillips Sculpture Garden is open bership fee is $48 a year. For more informa- Community Center from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or League is awarding scholarships in the ing youth to challenge themselves and year-round (handouts in box on one of the tion, contact Barbara Beaulieu at 267-4044 6-9 p.m. Glass and tools are supplied. Take amount of up to $1,000 to high school work towards their potential by further- sign posts). For more information call 413- or Merry Mombourquette at 283-7577. Fol- six classes for $48. Class sizes are limited seniors who meet certain criteria. The ing their education after high school. To 267-4137, email khm@keephomesteadmu- low us on Facebook. and are open to all ages. For more informa- applications are available at area high help meet this financial commitment the seum.org. Visit their new website, where you tion call Tom Baltazar at 508-245-2525. schools and are due June 21. League established a scholarship fund in can take a virtual tour, at keephomesteadmu- MONSON WOODWACKERS wood Recipients must be a resident of 1993. Scholarships are awarded annual- seum.org. carving club meets every Thursday at Mon- DIAMOND NATIONAL/CASCADES Hampden County for at least two years, ly in the amount of up to $1,000 each. son Senior Center on Main Street in Monson DIAMOND. Did you every work there? For- be a good student and must show current The recipient will continue to receive the or previous involvement in 4-H, an agri- award throughout his/her post-secondary THE QUABOAG VALLEY QUIL- from 6-8 p.m. The club meets throughout the mer employees meet on the third Tuesday cultural endeavor, or be a member of a education. Call 413-786-1432 (Sue) or TERS GUILD is looking for new members. year. Membership is $10 for the year, pay- of every month at Burgundy Brook Restau- farm family. The Hampden County Im- 413-575-1759 (Maryellen) for questions The Guild meets on the first, third and fifth able in September. Anyone interested should rant on Route 181 in Palmer from 9-10 a.m. provement League was established Jan. or more information, or see your school Thursdays of the month at 1 p.m. in the base- call Barbara Mackintosh at 413-237-8303. The stories shared are often colorful but old 25, 1913, to promote agriculture and guidance counselor. ment of the Palmer Historical and Cultural There are many beginner projects and expe- friendships are renewed. farm family life in Hampden County. Center, 2072 Main St., Three Rivers. The rienced teachers, as well, within the club.

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Chelsea Bigos fields a grounder. Avery Labonte gets the out at first base.

Photo by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Jacob Mastalerz and his family at the April 23 football game held at Ludlow High School. Mastalerz received the 52nd annual Leonard J. Bailey Award Trophy from his older brother, Kyle, during a ceremony held at halftime. Kyle Mastalerz received the prestigious award in 2017.

BASEBALL AUTO RACING Valley Wheel action opens Kruczek picks up win at Star Speedway WALPOLE, N.H. -- Bry- an Kruczek passed the entire field -- at least twice -- en route to his first career Granite State Pro Stock Series win at Star Speedway on Saturday, May 8. Kruczek, who was fastest in Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com time trials and won his heat race, Jill Lombardi reaches out to get a force at home. started seventh -- but had to go to the rear on at least two different occasions. The Bobby Webber Angels third baseman Mike Dean, Twins pitcher Dan Benoit fires to of Wilbraham, fields a grounder. Racing driver didn’t let that slow Palmer the plate. him down, as he took the Vyno- rius No. 19 into Victory Lane in the third GSPSS race of the sea- shut out in son, the Hedges Excavating 100. “I’m out of breath,” Kruczek said, climbing from the opener car. “I had to pass a lot of cars SPRINGFIELD – Last Friday out there. I can’t thank all of my afternoon, it was a tough start to the guys enough, my guys are sec- season as Palmer lost to Central 22- ond to none. Bobby Webber lets 10 in a mercy-rule shortened game. me come out here and tells me to Palmer was not shut out of the scor- Justin Morin hand him the steering wheel or ing, but had a tough time keeping makes a throw the trophy. We have some awe- the Golden Eagles off the score- to first. some sponsors.” board. Palmer took advantage of a Angelo Belsito and Joey lot of works, with Madison Cole, Pole started on the front row Olivia Coughlin, and Avery La- -- with Belisto taking the early bonte managing the only hits in the advantage looking for his sec- game. Coughlin and Labonte scored ond straight win, and former se- two runs each. Ashley Bransky fires to the plate. Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com ries champion Devin O’Connell mounting an early charge to the lead with 33 laps complete. Pole took the lead on a restart with SOCCER 58 laps to go, but couldn’t hold back the charges of Kruczek in the late laps. Pioneers return to action Kruczek’s day included contact and a spin by Jacob It was not in front of any Dore, which sent both to the rear, and contact and a spin with Evan fans, but the Western Beaulieu, which sent both to the Pioneers were back in rear. He pitted multiple times to the attention of his Bobby Web- action last Friday night ber Racing crew, but the car was right at the end. He passed Pole By Tim Peterson for the top spot with 24 laps to go Sports Correspondent -- however, a caution late gave Pole on last chance. LUDLOW — When Maxi Vi- Pole edged out for the lead era first joined the Western Mass. on the restart, crossing the line Pioneers back in 2012, he knew out front at lap 94 -- but slight very little about the history of the The Valley Wheel Over-28 Baseball Kevin Little, of Palmer, pitches in contact a few laps later sent him club and about historic Lusitano League opened up play last week backwards, and eventually spin- Stadium. after the 2020 was cancelled due to the opening game for the Angels at Suffield High School. ning down the frontstretch, end- Viera, who’s originally from the COVID-19 pandemic. ing his day early. Kruczek held Montevideo, Uruguay, is one of off a final charge from Josh King the Pioneers veteran players on SUFFIELD, Conn. – The Sunday, May 2. The league fea- over the final laps to seal the vic- this year’s team. He likes to tell the Valley Wheel Over-28 Baseball tures six teams playing most of its tory. younger players how special it is to Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com League, like many other leagues games on Sunday afternoons. The King was second, followed wear a Pioneers uniform and what it Maxi Viera makes a dodge to keep the ball from being taken away. in 2020, lost its season last year league did have its traditional Sat- by Dore, Belsito and Derek means to play home matches at the due to the pandemic. Players in urday matinee for Mother’s Day Gluchacki. Tyler Tomassi was only soccer specific stadium in New stadium is very special because of cessful season every year because the league participated in their weekend this past week. England. the history,” Viera said. “It’s also we’re representing both the club first action in almost two years last very important for us to have a suc- RACING ❙ page 10 “Playing soccer matches at this PIONEERS ❙ page 10 PAGE 10 May 13, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

Premier Lacrosse League training camp to be @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports held at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough FOXBOROUGH – The Pre- workouts, film sessions, and ed- strong relationship with the PLL under the lights on Friday, June mier Lacrosse League (PLL) ucational workshops with their and we cannot wait to welcome 4. Saturday’s slate includes a powered by Ticketmaster an- coaches ahead of their regular the nation’s best lacrosse players, championship rematch between nounced today it will be hold- season debuts. Training Camp including former Patriot Chris Whipsnakes LC and Chaos LC, ing their 2021 Training Camp at will be closed to the public, but Hogan, back to Gillette Stadi- followed by Archers LC taking Gillette Stadium from May 28 tickets are still available for um. While training camp will be on Atlas LC. On Sunday after- Athlete of the Week through June 3, 2021 leading up Opening Weekend at Ticketmas- closed to the public, we are ex- noon, Cannons LC will return to to their Week 1 matchups at Gil- ter.com. cited to welcome fans to Gillette the field against Waterdogs LC, lette Stadium. “We look forward to host- Stadium June 4 through June 6 to and the weekend will be capped “There’s not a venue as ing the PLL’s Training Camp at enjoy five riveting PLL matchups off with a matchup between Avery Labonte closely connected to lacrosse, Gillette Stadium for the first time all weekend long.” Chrome LC and Redwoods LC. with world-class facilities and this spring, in addition to hosting As part of PLL’s Training The entire 2021 PLL season Palmer High School amenities like Gillette Stadi- the league’s Opening Weekend,” Camp, pre-season exhibition will be viewable on the NBCU um and One Patriot Place,” says said Kraft Group President-In- games will be hosted at Veter- family of networks, with all n Palmer softball’s opener, Labonte opened the co-founder and CEO, Mike ternational Dan Kraft, who was ans Memorial Stadium on June games available to stream live season with a hit, two runs scored, and two Rabil. “With our opening week- a collegiate lacrosse goalie for 1. More information on schedule and on-demand on Peacock. The Iwalks for the Panthers. end of games slated for June 4th, Tufts University in the 1980s and tickets for pre-season exhibi- 2021 season will feature more To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week, our athletes will receive the best and served on the executive tion games forthcoming. than half of its games on NBC contact Managing Sports Editor Gregory A. care while preparing for the start Board of the 2018 Federation of The PLL season will begin and NBCSN, with a full broad- Scibelli at 413-283-8393 ext. 258 or send an of the season on location.” International Lacrosse’s World at Gillette Stadium for the sec- cast schedule to be announced at e-mail to [email protected]. During this time, PLL play- Championships Host Commit- ond time, getting underway with a later date. ers will take part in official team tee. “Hosting training camp is a primetime matchup between practices, scrimmages, preseason another important step in our Cannons LC and Redwoods LC Our Family PIONEERS ❙ from page 9 Cares and this community.” The Pioneers, who finished About Your in first place in the Northeast Division standings with an 11- Family 0-3 mark, qualified for the USL HOME – AUTO – BUSINESS – LIFE League Two playoffs in 2019. They kicked off the 2021 cam- paign by posting a 3-0 shutout CONGRATULATIONS win over Fall River FC in a friendly match held under the ATHLETE! bright lights at Lusitano Stadi- um, last Friday night. Very Competitive Rates • Experienced Professional Staff “The good thing about to- 99% Claim Satisfaction Rate • On-site Registry Processing night’s match is that I had the opportunity to watch 20 players play prior to our first regular sea- 143 West Street 45 North Main Street son match,” said Pioneer’s head Ware, MA 01082 Belchertown, MA 01007 coach Federico Molinari. “We do have a bunch of returning Chaney Nash Gibney gets the www.moultoninsurance.com players and a couple of newcom- ball ready to fly. More companies, more choices, ers. We just want to be a compet- BETTER RATES! 413-967-3327 itive team again this year.” Because of the COVID-19 Gabriel Ganzer makes his way up the field protocols, no spectators could at- tend last Friday’s friendly match. cial season for us.” The 2020 soccer season was also The Pioneers only returning Sign up for Quabbin Valley Baseball canceled due to the pandemic. defender is Federico Gutierrez. REGION – The Quabbin Valley the league still has open roster spots for “It was very strange not Mullen has enjoyed playing Baseball League is an age 28-and-over new players. Players who sign up in the playing any matches for the Pi- home matches at Lusitano Stadi- league which plays its games Sundays at first few weeks of the season should be oneers last year, especially fol- um. 10 a.m. beginning in late April and con- able to be placed with a team. lowing a very successful 2019 “It’s awesome when all of cluding in late August. It is a six-team The league’s first games are sched- season,” Viera said. “We really the fans are here supporting us,” league and a 15-game schedule with all uled for Sunday, April 25. For the 2021 want to perform well this season Mullen said. “It pushes us to teams getting at least one playoff game season, there is a mask-wearing rule, as and make the playoffs again.” play a little bit harder because at the end of August. well as modifications that prohibit any What makes attending whenever you do lose a game at The league is seeking new players to type of spitting or close contact, and matches at Lusitano Stadium so this stadium, the fans are disap- join in the fun. The cost to play in 2021 is players are required to take out all trash special for the Pioneers faithful pointed. The atmosphere is al- $192.50 and registration can be found at they bring in with them. The league al- supporters is the atmosphere. ways great following a victory.” www.quabbinvalleybaseball.org. Games lows the use of BBCOR-certified -3 bats “It reminds me a lot of that Connor Hicks, of Monson, plays Mullen was replaced by are mostly being played this year in as well as wood bats. Games are nine in- soccer clubs that I played for for the Pioneers last Friday Robert Montanaro in the middle Easthampton and South Hadley. Players nings and all players who participate get back in Uruguay,” Viera added. night. of the second half. who wish to pitch in the league must be to hit and play the field. For more infor- “The soccer fans here have a lot Another returning player 30-years-old. mation or to contact someone from the of passion for the sport. It’s one For more information about is Connor Hicks, who lives in Sign-ups will continue to be open as league, go to the league’s website. of the reasons why we have so how to purchase tickets online Patrick Agymang dribbles toward the sideline. Monson. many international players on please visit wmpioneers.com. “I was mainly a practice our team. When they come here Another returning play- Mullen, of Manchester, player in 2019, but I did get to and it feels like home to them, er this season is Blake Mullen, Conn., played soccer at St. Jo- play in a playoff game,” said which is very special.” who’s the Pioneers starting goal- seph’s College in Maine. That’s Hicks, a member of the AIC Valley Wheel seeks new players The Pioneers were sched- keeper. He allowed a total of sev- where he first met Molinari. men’s soccer team. “It was just REGION – The Valley Wheel Over- for the top four teams during the first uled to open the regular season en goals during the 2019 regular “I was playing for a Nation- an awesome experience for me.” 28 Baseball League is looking for new two weeks of August. While tryouts have with a road match against the season. al Premiere Soccer League team When Hicks was younger, players for the 2021 season, which is set completed, there are still open roster Boston Bolts on Tuesday night. “Whenever you start a soc- in Maine and Federico found he attended a lot of the Pioneers to begin at the end of April. Players who spots among the six teams in the league. They’re also slated to play an- cer team, you normally begin at me,” Mullen said. “I tried out games at the stadium. are 28-years-old prior to June 1 are eligi- The league will continue to accept appli- other road match against FC the back (goalkeeper) and work for the team and I was a back- “I remember coming to ble to play in the league this season, how- cations for new players throughout the Malaga City, who’s a new team forward,” said Viera, who’s also up goalie my first year playing the Pioneers games when they ever, only those 30 by June 1 are eligible season. All players bat and every player in the Northeast Division on Sat- the girls’ varsity soccer coach here. It was a step up for me and played on a grass field,” Hicks to pitch. The league includes six teams spends at least four innings in the field urday night before hosting the at Ludlow High School. “Blake I learned a lot that season. Fed- said. “It’s now a turf field, but and there is a 15-game season that begins in a nine-inning game. The league will Seacoast United Phantoms in the had an amazing season for us erico is an outstanding coach. it’s one of the best stadiums I’ve on Sunday, April 25. Games are 12 Sun- be playing with some minor modifica- home opener on May 21. two years ago. It gives you a lot I’ve also learned a lot from Jon ever played soccer at. I really en- days, a special Mother’s Day weekend tions due to the COVID-19 pandemic to The Pioneers officials are of confidence having a talented Voight, who’s our goalie coach.” joy playing soccer for this team. Saturday game, and two weekday night start. For more information, please con- hoping a few fans will be al- goalie like him back there. We’re Mullen became the Pio- I know that I’ll have to work games under the lights. The season ends tact League Commissioner Jim Nason at lowed to attend the first home hoping he has another great sea- neers starter in 2019 and he was very hard at practice to get some the final week of July with the playoffs [email protected]. match of the regular season. son this year.” the USL League Two Golden playing time this year.” Glove winner that One of the Pioneers new- season. comers is Gabriel Ganzer, who “It’s a very iNc is from Brazil and is living in . special award to Chicopee. He scored a goal and Nesco sales me, but I couldn’t added an assist during the first COMPLETE AUTOBODY CENTER have done it half against Fall River. 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David Pease Carew, 93 Shirley E. Hicks, 92 Robert E. Smith Jr., 71 Died: April 26, 2021 Died: April 5, 2021 Died: May 5, 2021 OBITUARIES Services are private Celebration of Life to be William O. Chafee Sr., 74 held at later date Died: Jan. 24, 2018 Corsi, Keith A. Shirley E. Hicks, 92 Memorial Service: June 28 Dec. 1955-Dec. 2020 William D. Sprout, 60 11 a.m. at Center Cemetery, Memorial Service May 19 Died: May 3, 2021 Shirley E. Hicks, 92, passed be truly missed and Shirley also leaves Worthington 10 a.m. at Veterans’ away at home April 5, 2021, sur- her lessons will live behind her grandchil- Memorial Cemetery, Agawam rounded by her loving family. on. She touched many dren, Amy, Kimmy, She was born on March 2, lives and was always Tammy, Adam, Jus- 1929, in Springfield to the late a true friend. Shirley tin, Jockamo, Donald, George Alphonso Ouellette and was proud of her blue Tracy and Anthony, Elsie Miller. Shirley previously ribbons at the Big E as well as numerous worked at Monson State Hos- for her heavenly apple great grandchildren. pital in food service and as a pie and braided rugs. Shirley’s services will healthcare worker. In her leisure, Besides her par- be held privately and OBITUARIES Shirley enjoyed baking, garden- ents, Shirley was pre- at the convenience of ing, friends, family, church, and ceded in death by her husband, her family. traveling especially to the beach. Richard N. Hicks, in 1999, as In lieu of flowers, donations Dr. David Pease Carew, 93 To know her was to be bless- well as her children, John Hicks, in Shirley’s name may be made ed by a presence unbeknownst James Hicks, and Nancy Bolduc. to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. IOWA CITY — Dr. David plant cell cultures. riage. Dave’s integrity, kindness, to most. Shirley always set her She will be forever missed by Vsit beersandstory.comto extend Pease Carew, Professor Emeritus In addition to his research and dry wit were hallmarks of mind to it and just got it done her daughters, Deborah Card- online condolences. of Medicinal and Natural Prod- and teaching at Iowa, Dr. Carew his personality. His eyes twin- no matter the obstacles. She will aropoli and Patricia Baldina. ucts Chemistry in the University was the College of Pharmacy’s kled when he knew he had said of Iowa’s College of Pharmacy, Assistant Dean for Undergrad- something cleverly funny. He passed away on April 26, 2021, uate Affairs, Acting Dean, and was always interested and con- at University of Iowa Hospitals Director of Alumni Relations. In cerned about others, and about and Clinics in Iowa City. addition to a multitude of pro- how “you” were doing. Dave Dave was born on Oct. fessional articles, he published was preceded in death by his Robert E. Smith, Jr., 71 21, 1928, in Monson, Mass., to or co-published over 35 research wife; parents; and sisters, Mary Ralph and Sara Carew. His fa- studies. During his tenure at the Emerson, Jessie Gates, Helen Robert E. Smith, Jr., 71, Born in Boston, est joy was spending ther died from polio when Dave University of Iowa, Dr. Carew Morris, Sara Jean Ouellette and “Bumpy” as he was affectionate- he grew up in the Fith- time with his family, was only 3 years old, leaving served on numerous college, uni- Rachel Watrous. ly known to many, passed away chburg/Leominster especially his grand- his family, which included six versity, and national committees, He is survived by his daugh- peacefully on May 5, 2021, at area before ventur- children. sisters and a brother, to survive including Honorary President of ter, Susan (Jud) Te Paske of Palmer Healthcare Center after a ing west to the Palm- There will be the Depression with their moth- the Iowa Pharmacists Associa- Cordova, Tenn.; sons, Bruce brief illness. er area in 1970. Bob no calling hours. A er. Dave attended high school in tion and President of the Amer- (Peggy) Carew of North Venice, Bob was a beloved husband, spent the majority of Celebration of Life Monson, Mass., where he was ican Society of Pharmacognosy. Fla., and Steven (Diane) Carew father, and grandfather. He is his adult life in Three for close family and an outstanding student, athlete Dr. Carew lectured worldwide of Grimes, Iowa; grandchil- survived by his wife of 49 years, Rivers. He was a long- friends will be sched- and class president. After high on plant tissue culture and was dren, Neal Te Paske, Loveland, Betty Smith; his daughter Polly time steam fireman for uled at a later date. school, he served two years in the named a fellow by the American Colo., David Carew, Appleton, (Smith) Franconeri and her hus- several local factories, In lieu of flow- U.S. Army during the occupation Association for the Advance- Wis., Sarah Carew (Ben Lu- band Jason Franconeri; his son as well as Monson Developmen- ers, monetary donations can be of Japan. On Sept. 3, 1951, Dave ment of Science, the American ther), Onalaska, Wis., Russell Robert E. Smith III and his wife tal Center. He was active in Boy made to Palmer Ambulance Ser- married his high school sweet- Pharmacists Association-Acade- (Heather) Carew, Ankeny, Iowa, Andrea Smith; his siblings Shei- Scouts and Girls Scouts in the vice, PO Box 676, Palmer, MA heart, Shirley Makepeace. Dave my of Pharmaceutical Research and Brian Carew, Ankeny, Iowa; la, Charles, DJ, and Douglas; late 1970s and early 1980s. 01069. and Shirley first lived in Boston and Science, and the Academy of and great-grandchildren, Melo- multiple nieces, nephews, and Bob was an avid reader, Beers & Story Palmer Fu- while Dave pursued his under- Pharmaceutical Scientists. dy, Kamryn and Bailey Carew; grandchildren. He is predeceased firearm enthusiast, music lover, neral Home is entrusted with graduate and master’s degrees in Teaching and leading his brother, Ralph (Millie) Carew, by his sister Josephine and his and collector. His “collections” Robert’s care. To leave a memo- pharmacy at the Massachusetts undergraduate and graduate stu- Lansdale, Pa.; and sister, Flor- parents Robert E. Smith Sr. and were well known to the family ry, visit beersandstory.com. College of Pharmacy, and then dents were his true passions. As ence Fenton, Monson, Mass. The Florence (Hayward) Smith. and local community. His great- in Connecticut, where he earned a result of his work, Dr. Carew family extends its deep apprecia- his doctorate from the University received the University of Iowa’s tion to the hard-working, caring of Connecticut. Marion L. Huit Award for “dedi- and imaginative staff of Oaknoll In 1957, Dave, Shirley and cation to, concern for, and inter- Retirement Residence for the their three young children moved action with students” as well as care of their father, grandfather, William D. Sprout, 1960-2021 to Iowa City where he joined the the Michael J. Brody Award for great-grandfather and brother. University of Iowa College of “exceptional contributions to the Because of COVID-19 concerns, ELLINGTON, CONN. — of his work. Kathleen Corriveau Pharmacy faculty as an Assistant UI and the community.” no public services will be held. William D. Sprout, 60, passed He enjoyed hik- (Rusty) of Brimfield. Professor of Pharmacognosy. At In retirement, Dave and Memorial contributions may be away May 3, 2021. ing, camping, geo- William was prede- Iowa, Dr. Carew conducted re- Shirley continued their many made to the Food Bank at Com- Bill was born May 24, 1960, caching and photog- ceased by his father; search in medicinal plant tissue travels throughout the world. mUnity Crisis Services and Food in Ft. Eustis, Newport News, Va., raphy. In his younger a brother, Timothy culture. Part of his research in- He always enjoyed her gourmet Bank, 1121 Gilbert Court, Iowa to James E. Sprout and Marilyn years he played hock- Sprout and his step-fa- cluded learning how medicinally cooking, being her assistant gar- City, IA 52240; builtbycommu- F. (Phillips) Bolaske. He spent ey and was a NA- ther Joseph Bolaske. active chemical compounds are dener, and wearing one of the nity.org/foodbank/. Online con- his formative years in Wales and SCAR fan. He was Funeral services formed in plants and produc- many sweaters she knit for him dolences may be sent to his fam- was a graduate of Tantasqua Re- also a volunteer for were held Saturday, ing medicinal compounds using during their 62 years of mar- ily at gayandciha.com. gional High School. Boy Scout Troop 2 in May 8, at St. Chris- He continued his education Tolland, Conn. He was topher’s Church in at Western New England Col- a member of the Knights of Co- Brimfield. A visiting hour, to lege and then received a Masters lumbus at St. Matthews Church greet the family, was held before Degree in Mechanical Engineer- in Tolland. Liturgy of Christian Burial fol- ing from WPI. His dissertation, Bill leaves his children; lowed at Wales No. 4 Cemetery William O. Chaffee Sr., 74 “Cloud-in-Cell analysis of a William T. Sprout of Irvine, Ca- on Laurel Hill Road in Wales. plunging airfoil: A Combina- lif., Kathleen G. Sprout of Mis- In lieu of flowers, memo- TUCSON, ARIZ. – Bill leaves behind three hours out in his sec- tion Eulerian/Lagrangian Ap- soula, MT and Julia M. Sprout rial contributions may be made Chaffee 74, a former resident of brothers and four sis- ond home “his shop.” proach,” focused on improving of Tolland,; his mother Marilyn to Boy Scout Troop 2 or the Russell, passed away on Jan. 24, ters, and many nieces There will be aircraft in-flight stability. Bill F. Bolaske; his former wife, Knights of Columbus #6266, 2018, with his wife by his side. and nephews. a graveside Memo- was employed at Pratt & Whit- Mary M. Sprout of Tolland; a both in Tolland. Born in Palmer to the late Bill enjoyed hunt- rial Service held at ney in East Hartford for over 29 brother, James Sprout (Joanne) For online condolences, vis- George E. and Alice M. Chaf- ing with his brothers the Center Cemetery years. Among his achievements of Searsport, ME; sisters, Gail it lombardfuneralhome.com. fee, Bill leaves his wife of 41 and getting together on Sam Hill Road in were having two patents issued Jette (Joel) of Wales, Mary Von- years, Brenda Pease Chaffee, with his brothers, sis- Worthington, at 11 (6,619,909; 6,231,301) for some Thaden (Daniel) of Brewster; his son William O. Chaffee Jr. ters, and their fami- a.m. on June 28 with and Russell Chaffee who pre- lies for picnics where a Celebration of Life deceased him. He leaves behind there were always the immediately follow- five grandchildren and eight big horseshoe matches. He was ing at the Worthington Rod and great-grandchildren. Bill was the a master carpenter and after Gun Club for those who are able oldest of a family of eight and his retirement, Bill spent many to attend. Police/Fire

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Fire Logs Ference Rd., Ashford, was arrested will appear at the Palmer District PALMER at 5:12 p.m., on Thorndike Street Court and are innocent until proven PALMER requesting a smoke investigation on a.m., the department responded to a The Palmer Police Depart- in Palmer, on charges of operating guilty. Chestnut Street. The department re- call, requesting medical assistance ment responded to 369 calls and under the influence of liquor; neg- The Palmer Fire Department re- turned to service at 5:17 a.m. on State Street. The department re- made three arrests or summons for sponded to 10 calls May 4 – 11: ligent operation of a motor vehicle Saturday, May 8 On Monday, May 10, at 10:33 turned to service at 5:50 a.m. arrests May 4–11. Those arrested and improper U-turn. Gregory James Jr. Paquette, 29, a.m., the department responded to a On Thursday, May 6, at 12:54 will appear at the Palmer District On Tuesday, May 4, at 3:42 of 1340 Dwight St., Holyoke, was call requesting a medical assistance a.m., the department responded to a Court and are innocent until proven arrested at 10:26 p.m., on a charge a.m., the department responded on Old Warren Road. The depart- good intent call on State Street. The guilty: to an alarm activation on Walnut MONSON of sexual conduct for a fee. ment returned to service at 11:23 department returned to service at The Monson Police Depart- Street. The department returned to a.m. 1:18 a.m. Friday, May 7 service at 4:10 a.m. ment made four arrests or summons On Monday, May 10, at 11:35 On Sunday, May 9, at 2:57 Travis F. Dragomani, 47, of 461 for arrests May 2-8. Those arrested On Thursday, May 6, at 1:04 a.m., the department responded to a p.m., the department responded to a a.m., the department responded to motor vehicle accident with a fluid brush fire on Manor Road. The de- a carbon monoxide incident on Ma- spill on Bridge Street. The depart- partment returned to service at 3:07 son Street. The department returned ment returned to service at 11:55 p.m. Support The Journal Register to service at 2 a.m. a.m. On Thursday, May 6, at 10:08 On Tuesday, May 11, at 12:03 Obituary Policy a.m., the department responded to a a.m., the department responded to a the local call, requesting medical assistance MONSON call, requesting medical assistance The Monson Fire Department re- Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. on North Main Street. The depart- on Dublin Street. The department sponded to three calls and 17 EMS businesses ment returned to service at 10:27 returned to service at 12:31 a.m. calls May 3-9: One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, a.m. that support date of death and funeral date and place. On Thursday, May 6, at 10:24 On Saturday, May 8, at 6:21 a.m., the department responded to a The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $100, which allows THREE RIVERS a.m., the department responded to your local families to publish extended death notice information of their call, requesting medical assistance a motor vehicle crash in the area of on Park Street. The department re- The Three Rivers Fire Department own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & responded to one call May 3- 9. Wilbraham Road. The department newspaper. turned to service at 11 a.m. returned to service at 6:45 a.m. On Friday, May 7, at 9:33 a.m., Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: On Sunday, May 9, at 7:22 On Sunday, May 9, at 3:22 Let them [email protected]. the department responded to a gas p.m., the department responded to a leak on Bennett Street. The depart- p.m., the department responded to Exceptions will be made only when the family an EMS incident on Bourne Street. brush fire on Peck Brothers Road. know you ment returned to service at 10:10 The department returned to service provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. a.m. The department returned to service at 7:36 p.m. at 5:30 p.m. saw their ad On Saturday, May 8, at 7:33 On Sunday, May 9, at 3:44 a.m., the department responded to a in the p.m., the department responded to a Cemetery Memorials ✦ Markers motor vehicle accident with a fluid fire alarm activation on Town Farm spill on High Street in Thorndike. BONDSVILLE Granite Benches The Bondsville Fire Department Road. The department returned to Journal The department returned to service service at 4:00 p.m. Religious Statuary ✦ Outdoor Display at 8:17 p.m. responded to one call May 4-10: MEMORIALS On Sunday, May 9, at 4:47 a.m., Register RAY HALUCH INC. the department responded to a call, On Tuesday, May 4, at 5:23 haluchsmemorials.com 1014 Center St ❙ Ludlow, MA ❙ 583-6508 PAGE 12 May 13, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER Good weather means great activity at Hitchcock Academy of sunshine, exercise, and coopera- form during regular business hours, In addition to uncovering terrific a superior golfing experience. The more information. Plant, tag sale and golf tion. Bring the children and let them means a seller’s location with a bargains, this event, while follow- registration fee provides the option The Grow With Us Plant Sale, tournament planned for choose some of their own plants short description of their unique ing Covid guidelines, provides an to sign up with a team or individu- the Trash to Treasure Town Wide while you support Hitchcock Acad- goods will be included on a printed opportunity for friends and neigh- ally, and it includes 18 holes of golf Tag Sale and the Fore a Great Cause the next few weeks emy’s community efforts. People Town Wide Tag Sale map available bors to get out and socialize. with cart, a steak dinner at the end Golf Tournament mark the begin- who have already begun their gar- starting the day before for $2. Skowyra is also excited to an- of the day, and the opportunity to ning of what Hitchcock Academy BRIMFIELD — On Saturday, dening by dividing their plants are A free online version will be nounce that Hitchcock will be spon- win prizes throughout the tourna- plans for a busy summer. Skow- May 22, just in time for Memorial encouraged to donate their excess to available on the HFA website. soring a new summertime event ment. Interested golfers can sign up yra said some of the plans for the Day planting, Hitchcock Academy Hitchcock for this fundraiser. According to HFA Executive this year. Saturday, June 26 at 7:30 to play at hitchcockacademy.org. summer months are concerts on the will be holding its Grow With Us Hitchcock Academy’s 11th an- Director Cindy Skowyra, “In 2020 a.m. marks tee time at the Fore A Skowyra also notes that there common, movie nights and the an- plant sale fundraiser. nual Trash to Treasure Town Wide there were over 55 participants in Great Cause Golf Tournament to are several levels of sponsorship nual Sip and Stars fundraiser. Beginning at 8 a.m. on the HFA Tag Sale on Saturday, June 5, is a this event and HFA sold more than be held at the Heritage Country opportunities available for the tour- “We hope to be busy,” Skowyra lawn, just off Route 20 in Brimfield, great time to sell those unwanted 400 printed maps the morning of Club in Charlton. Heritage Country nament. Organizations, which are said, “and to really make the most there will be a huge assortment of or unused items uncovered while the sale.” Club is an 18-hole championship interested in supporting Hitchcock of the good weather and the ability annuals, perennials, vegetables and quarantining in the pandemic. Reg- As it is a town wide sale it course, considered one of Central Academy’s community program- for people to gather again.” hanging planters. istering for the Trash to Treasure draws in bargain hunters from many Massachusetts’ finest public golfing ming goals, while simultaneously Gardening is a great family ac- Event at hitchcockacademy.org or of the surrounding communities, venues. At 6,710 yards, the par 71 increasing their outreach, are urged tivity, which provides the benefits by stopping in HFA and filling out a which adds incentive to participate. course offers players of all abilities to call Skowyra at 413-245-9977 for May is Electrical Safety Month STCC Shays’ Rebellion website serves as tripped circuit breakers; the home started the fire. The victim Help your home keep up • Dim or flickering lights, bulbs was a 50-year old man. One firefighter valuable resource for schools, historians with modern life that wear out too fast; was injured at this fire. It was unde- SPRINGFIELD – When including painted illustrations National Historic Site, the Na- • Overheated plugs, cords or termined if the home had any smoke teaching early U.S. history, showing the STCC campus as tional Park Service and the Pio- STOW – Fire officials announced switches; alarms, but it did not have sprinklers. professor John Diffley covers it appeared in 1787 when it was neer Valley History Network. that May is Electrical Safety Month • Shock or mild tingle – more Damages from this fire were estimat- Shays’ Rebellion, which sparked the site of the United States Ar- “The rebellion wasn’t suc- and urge everyone to take time to than normal static electricity; ed to be $207,000. an armed uprising of farmers on senal at Springfield. The site lists cessful in the immediate aspect, make sure they are practicing electri- • Loose outlets or unusually the ground where Springfield biographies of historic figures but it certainly had a huge impact cal safety. warm or faulty outlets or switches; Avoid using extension cords Technical Community College and even music of the late 18th on the direction the country was Was your house built before ev- • Permanently using power Another frequent cause of fires is us- now stands. century. Popular songs included going,” said Alexander MacK- eryone had washers, dryers, dish- strips or extension cords; ing extension cords. Avoid using them Diffley can walk his stu- titles such as “Juice of Barley,” enzie, curator of collections at washers, toaster ovens microwaves, • Defeating the ground plug on if possible, but remember they are for dents outside of the classroom “Address to the Ladies,” and the Springfield Armory National air conditioners, coffee makers, com- appliances so they fit into a 2-prong temporary use only and not designed and onto the picturesque campus “Hunt the Squirrel.” Audio is Historic Site. puters and gaming consoles? Maybe it outlet. to substitute for the wall outlet. Plug green, where rebel Massachu- embedded. MacKenzie tells visitors to is time to have your electrical system all heat-producing and major appli- setts farmers gathered in 1787 “One of the great things is the museum about the Armory’s checked out by a professional to see if Don’t Overload Circuits and Pow- ances like space heaters, irons, toast- to attack the U.S. government’s that the website was a collabora- role in Shays’ Rebellion. He said it has kept up with your needs. er Strips ers and air conditioners directly into arsenal. STCC is part of the tion between STCC, the Spring- the website helps tell a broader “People seem to be as afraid of “During the warm weather, we the wall outlet; otherwise, the safety National Historic Site, which field Armory National Historic story about the insurrection. calling an electrician for a check-up see many fires started by air condi- mechanism provided by circuit break- includes historic buildings and Site and the Pocumtuck Valley “Partnerships are a very as they are of going to the dentist. tioners plugged into extension cords ers and fuses is nullified. Do not link the Springfield Armory museum Memorial Association,” Diffley important part of what we do,” But if you are using extension cords or power strips instead of directly into extension cords together; each con- overseen by the National Park said. “A lot of the material writ- MacKenzie said. “We engage permanently instead of temporarily the outlet,” said Ostroskey, “They are nection is another possible failure Service. ten on the website is from actual with school groups and the lo- or converting a three-prong appliance not designed to carry the power load point. But the professor also can historians.” cal community. The website for to fit in a two-prong outlet, those are of heavy duty appliances.” Around noontime on July 14, take them back in time using Educators and historians Shays’ Rebellion is a really im- signs it is time to make that call,” said Another way to prevent electrical 2020, the Cambridge Fire Department a powerful modern tool: ST- from coast to coast use the web- portant tool in these classroom State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey. fires is to limit the number of devices responded to an electrical fire in an CC’s Shays’ Rebellion website site to find details about the in- settings.” “Small upgrades over time can ensure plugged into any single outlet or cir- 8-unit apartment building. Five fire- at shaysrebellion.stcc.edu. The surrection in Western Massachu- The Springfield Armory your home safely keeps up with mod- cuit. Plugging too many things into a fighters were injured at this fire start- website, developed in 2006 with setts. Diffley said the website National Historic Site works on ern life for your family or your ten- single outlet or circuit can overload ed by an extension cord. The building grant funding STCC received gives STCC a national audience. historic projects with partners ants,” he added. them and start fires. did not have sprinklers and damages from the National Endowment He recalled getting contacted by throughout the community, in- Chief Michael C. Newbury, pres- Shortly after midnight on Jan. 5, were estimated to be $600,000. The for the Humanities, recently was a teacher in the Pacific North- cluding STCC. ident of the Fire Chiefs’ Association 2020, the Fitchburg Fire Department fire spread to a nearby building caus- upgraded and made more acces- west who wanted more informa- “We are proud of our in- of Massachusetts said, “There’s no responded to a fatal electrical fire in ing another $10,000 in damage. sible to the public. tion about Shays’ Rebellion. volvement in telling the sto- great mystery to preventing electrical a two-family home. Arcing from a Watch out for pinching cords “The website is a great as- Led by Daniel Shays, the ry along with STCC and the fires. Don’t overload circuits or power surge protector in the living room Heavy furniture can easily pinch an set to have. I use it in my U.S. rebellion included farmers who PVHN, which is a resource for strips; know the warning signs; and ignited a nearby pillow. The victims, electrical cord and over time that can history classes as well as a class were outraged when creditors local history organizations in have an electrician check out your a 61-year old man and a 50-year old lead to a fire. Do not run cords under- I do on Springfield history,” Dif- demanded they pay their debts Western Massachusetts,” MacK- system every 10 years.” man, were asleep at the time of the neath rugs; it is both a trip hazard and fley said. immediately. Only three years enzie said. fire. The building did not have sprin- a fire hazard. Unplug appliances by In Diffley’s classroom, the after the end of the American Looking ahead, organiza- Know the warning signs klers and damages from this fire were grasping the plug; do not pull by the lesson about Shays’ Rebellion Revolution, thousands of Mas- tions are preparing Revolution “Call your local fire department estimated to be $79,000. cord. often prompts questions about sachusetts citizens took up arms 250, which commemorates the immediately if you have warning On April 12, 2020, at 2:22 a.m., From 2015 – 2019, Massachu- modern times. He said students against their new state govern- 250 anniversary of the events signs such as arcs, sparks, or short the Nantucket Fire Department re- setts fire departments reported 2,751 connect the historic event to ment. that led to the American Revo- circuits,” advises Newbury. “Other sponded to a fatal electrical fire in a home fires caused by electrical prob- headlines in the news today. STCC’s School of Liberal lution. warning signs include hearing a siz- single-family home. An unspecified lems. These fires caused 27 civilian “Some saw parallels with Arts and Professional Studies “Certainly, Shays’ Rebellion zling or buzzing sound or smelling a short circuit arc in the living room deaths, 16 civilian injuries, 72 fire ser- what happened in January at and the Honors Program in Jan- has been classified by some as vague odor of something burning. Im- started the fire. The victim was a 27- vice injuries and an estimated dollar the U.S. Capitol,” Diffley said. uary 2020 co-sponsored a sym- the last battle of the Revolution,” mediate attention to these signs can year old man. The home did not have loss of $38.5 million. Electrical fires “People talk about high taxes, posium on the history of Shays’ he said. “Really, it’s the forma- save lives,” he added, “Firefighters any smoke alarms. The building did are the second leading cause of fire high debt, which were issues Rebellion, an event that brought tion of the country we know to- can use thermal imaging technology not have sprinklers and damages were deaths in Massachusetts. facing citizens during the time of scholars, historians, archaeolo- day. How much of that happened to see excessive heat inside the walls.” estimated to be $389,548. For more information on electri- Shays’ Rebellion. They see this gists and others together for pre- right here in our community is an • Call a professional electrician On Aug. 2, 2020, at 4:30 p.m., cal fire safety in English and Span- as something continuing and still sentations about the insurrection. amazing story. We really enjoy soon if you have any of these warning the Worcester Fire Department re- ish go to https://www.mass.gov/ser- affecting us today for better or The website has served as a valu- working with our partners to be signs: sponded to a fatal electrical fire in a vice-details/electrical-fire-safety. worse.” able tool for presenters. able to tell that story, and it’s a • Frequently blown fuses or single-family home. An unspecified Visitors to the website can Other symposium sponsors privilege.” electrical malfunction in an office in find a wealth of information, included the Springfield Armory Public notices

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MOVIE REVIEW “Nobody” derivative, but fun if you like the genre By Bob Garver at least 49 of the 50, and probably all of them unless someone really wants to NOTE: This review is coming from save cool villain Yulian for a sequel. a person who loves a good violent ac- My on-the-spot reaction to “No- tion movie. If the genre isn’t for you, this body” was to call it “sporadically awe- movie isn’t for you. some.” I loved the extended fight scene “Nobody” wears its resemblance on the bus, the attack on Hutch’s house, Maxwell Edison was rescued by Bob Pandoli more than 15 to the “John Wick” movies on its the attack on Hutch’s father, the final months ago; he quickly became the coolest cat in the city. sleeve. David Leitch, director of the showdown, and scenes where Hutch first “Wick” film, is a producer for this tries to intimidate people with varying movie, and the advertising hasn’t been degrees of success. But the rest of the shy about playing up that connection. movie is familiar “assassin gets dragged Like the “Wick” series, this movie takes out of retirement” territory. place in a world of sophisticated gang- At one point, Hutch goes to get help sters and assassins. I’d say it could be from a character called “The Barber” a shared universe, but the characters in (Colin Salmon). A character in an assas- this movie use gold bars and paper mon- sin movie named after an innocuous oc- ey (which can be burned dramatically) cupation – never seen that before. Stuff for currency instead of those cute dou- like that makes the movie seem hacky bloons, so… not the same. and unoriginal. What does make the Bob Odenkirk stars as Hutch movie seem original is the performance Maxwell Edison was once a feral cat. After being res- Mansell, a seemingly meek suburban from Odenkirk, the former sketch com- tually means highly-trained assassin. gerous Yulian (Aleksei Serebryakov), cued, his Facebook page has nearly reached 2,000 fol- dad who is stuck in a rut. He’s unhap- edy player turned dramatic actor turned He hasn’t tapped into that particular set who vows revenge on Hutch. lowers. Photos submitted by Bob Pandoli py in his job working for his father-in- historical actor (my mind was blown of skills (did you think I was going re- From there, the movie is pretty law (Michael Ironside), his wife Becca when he showed up in “Little Women”) view a movie about an assassin in his standard action movie fare. Yulian’s (Connie Nielsen) isn’t affectionate, and now turned action star. He’s shrewdly late 50’s and not make that reference?) men pay a visit to Hutch’s house, and everybody thinks he’s a wimp, includ- cast as the last guy you’d expect to be for a while, but against the advice of his Hutch unleashes the full power of his ing his own son Blake (Gage Munroe). dangerous. In other words, he’s some- brother Harry (RZA), he’s compelled to background. The henchman try to get When a pair of burglars break into his body who makes the perfect “Nobody.” do so in the name of catching the bur- to Hutch through his elderly father house and assault Blake, nobody is sur- glars. The results of the investigation (Christopher Lloyd), but that doesn’t prised that Hutch takes a path of inac- Grade: B- prove disappointing, and he’s left want- go well for them either. Hutch sends a tion and lets them get away. The official ing to take his anger out on somebody. message to Yulian through his strong- word from the police is that he did the The film is rated R for strong vi- Fortunately some Russian mobsters hold of money, which destroys his repu- right thing, but even some of the officers olence and bloody images, language happen upon the bus he’s riding and tation and career. The two are set for an think he should have taken more steps to throughout and brief drug use. Its run- start harassing a young woman. The epic confrontation where Yulian brings protect his family. ning time is 92 minutes. good news is that he’s able to put them an army to a metalwork factory, which Hutch lets people know that he’s a in the hospital guilt-free, satisfying his Hutch has tricked out “Home Alone”- former “auditor,” which people assume Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@ bloodlust. The bad news is that one of style. The fight is about 50-1, and we means a boring accounting job, but ac- nyu.edu. them is the brother of the powerful, dan- know that things can only end badly for Chicopee resident Bob Pandoli rescued feral cat Maxwell Edison in February of 2020. The decision had a positive impact on his live that he never would have predicted. RMV cautions customers about scam Agency does not send text scam reportedly involves customers re- Motor Vehicles; in Massachusetts, the from the RMV would be as a result of Max the Cat, ceiving text messages, claiming to be name of the Registry is abbreviated as a customer-initiated request or transac- messages to customers from the “DMV,” which direct them to “RMV.” Any text using the phrase “De- tion. click on a provided link to update their partment of Motor Vehicles” or “DMV” For the latest Registry updates and Chicopee’s most BOSTON – The Massachusetts personal identifying contact informa- should be deleted. information, please check Mass.gov/ Registry of Motor Vehicles is cautioning tion. Customers can identify this type Please note that the RMV does not RMV or follow the RMV on Twitter @ customers to be aware of a text phishing of text as a phishing scam because it send unsolicited requests for personal MassRMV. beloved pet scam that has been reported here in the includes “DMV” and in Massachusetts and/or contact information to custom- By Dalton Zbierski commonwealth and in other states. The DMV is not the name of the Registry of ers by text. Any communication by text Staff writer

CHICOPEE – On Feb. 1, 2020, Chicopee resident Bob Pandoli made a decision that would forever alter his WE’VE EXPANDED OUR WEB SITE life. It was that day that he opened his residence to Max- well Edison, a feral cat, who was struggling to survive a bitter winter. More than 15 months later, Maxwell remains alive and well, under the care of Pandoli. Thousands of residents have shared in the adventure. A Facebook page titled “The Journey of Maxwell Edison” has well over 1,000 follow- Public Notices ers. For Pandoli, taking in Maxwell has been one of the ARE NOW ONLINE most rewarding choices he’s ever made. He recently spoke to the Chicopee Register, making it known that Maxwell is Email all Access archives and Find a quick link to the state of Massachusetts’ thriving in his new home. “Maxwell is doing great. In fact, in the last couple of notices to digital tear sheets by public notice web site to search all notices in months, it seems like he’s opened up tremendously. He’s [email protected] newspaper title. Massachusetts newspapers. really doing well,” said Pandoli. 1 2 3 Once skittish, Maxwell is now friendly. An animal Public notice deadlines are Mondays at noon, Fridays noon for Monday holidays. that was once on his own, Maxwell has found compan- ionship. “He’s more like a dog than a cat,” said Pandoli. “I’ve visit www.publicnotices.turley.com had pets all my life. When I was a kid, we always had dogs. I had my first cat in 1984, when I was 31-years-old, and have had cats ever since. He’s like a dog. He follows me everywhere I go. He’ll be sleeping in his chair in the living room, I’ll get up and go in the bedroom, and he’ll follow me right in.” Over the past 15 months, Maxwell has become an am- bassador for the Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control & Celebrate Your Graduate Adoption Center in Springfield on Cottage St. The center is dedicated to helping animals in Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke. Together, Pandoli and Maxwell have raised thousands Personalized, 3 x 6 ft. of dollars for TJO, over the course of multiple fundraisers. weather A recent t-shirt drive, featuring an image of Maxwell, was Congratulations $ a major success. 2 x 5.5 ft. resistant vinyl 69.95 banner with “It was the second one that we had. We actually broke $ our record, so to speak, from the previous one. We raised grommets. almost $1,400, and that actually [began on] the one-year 49.95 Other sizes anniversary of finding Maxwell,” said Pandoli. OLIVIA available TJO provides animal control services in three cities. Class of Please call The center’s animal control officers respond routinely to CONGRATULATIONS 2021 service calls between 7a.m. and 10p.m.; emergency re- PALMER HIGH SCHOOL for pricing. sponse for ill, injured or aggressive animals is available around the clock. One can adopt a kitten under 12 months old from TJO for $150; adult cats cost $90. Puppies under 12 months of age can be adopted for $300, while dogs older than a year cost $250. “From the beginning, Maxwell’s page has been all about TJO. It’s all about raising awareness of feral and Congratulations homeless cats within our community and what we can do LUDLOW HIGH SCHOOL to help and how unbelievable TJO’s been and the things they do. I can’t say enough good things about them,” said Pandoli. Class of 2021 All animals available for adoption from TJO have re- DREAM • BELIEVE • SUCCEED ceived vaccinations appropriate to their age, are sprayed/ neutered and have a microchip implant. More information can be found at tjoconnoradoptioncenter.com. 2 x 8 ft. Moving forward, Pandoli expects to embark on a va- riety of new fundraisers. Residents could soon see Max- $ well’s image on a hoodie or, maybe, even a coffee cup. Please send your banner request to 59.95 Adopting Maxwell has had a positive impact on Pan- Congratulations [email protected] doli’s life that he could never have imagined. He assured You will need to submit a high Maxwell’s passionate followers that the Facebook page KENDALL will continue to function for the foreseeable future. MeredithBelchertown resolution digital image. “I always joke that it took Max off the street and keeps Please include name, theme, colors me off the street as well; doing all these Max things. It’s High School Class of and contact phone number. pretty amazing that people are so faithful in terms of fol- 2020 lowing,” said Pandoli. “In a million years, I never thought Class of Maxwell’s page would still be going after 15 months and CHICOPEE HIGH SCHOOL or CALL 413-283-8393 have close to 2,000 followers and have people so faithful 2.5 x 3 ft. *Pickup at Palmer Location FREE to the page.” 24 Water Street • Palmer, MA 01069 Dalton Zbierski is an Editor and can be reached at 2021 $ Delivery/Shipping additional charge. 413.283.8393 [email protected]. 34.95 PAGE 14 May 13, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER

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NOTICE OF land located on the easter- the westerly line of said Road; thence Planning Department office general circulation at least vidually but as trust- ervations and conditions of MORTGAGEE’S SALE ly side of St. John Street in Bethany Road about 75 SOUTH 31 degrees in the Town Administration fourteen (14) calendar days ee for Pretium Mortgage record and subject to all ten- OF REAL ESTATE Palmer, Hampden County, feet to the POINT OF E. along the easterly side Building from 8:30 AM to prior to the virtual com- Acquisition Trust to NWL ancies and/or rights of parties Premises: 11 Saint John Massachusetts, said lot BEGINNING. of Jim Ashe Road, 200 4:30 PM, Monday through munity outreach meeting Company, LLC dated in possession. Street, Palmer, MA 01069 or parcel being known and RESERVING the right of feet to the PLACE OF Thursday. and mailed at least seven September 27, 2019 and Terms of the Sale: By virtue and in exe- designated as Parcel 3 as Esther M. Lewis to occupy, BEGINNING. Anyone interested in (7) calendar days prior to recorded at said Registry Cashier’s or certified check cution of the Power of shown on a plan entitled rent and improve the premis- Containing approximate- more information or wishing the virtual community out- of Deeds in Book 22946, in the sum of $5,000.00 as Sale contained in a certain “Plan of Land in Thorndike, es for her entire natural life as ly one and one-tenth acres. to be heard on the applica- reach meeting to abutters Page 143, and Assignment a deposit must be shown at mortgage given by Scott Palmer, Mass. Surveyed for a Reserved Life Estate. Being the same premises tion can contact the Planning of the Property, owners of from NWL Company, LLC the time and place of the A. Beauvais and Aimee John Lizak, dated September BEING THE SAME conveyed to Susan J. Bryant Department at 413-283-2605 land directly opposite the to Wilmington Savings sale in order to qualify as a L. Beauvais to Mortgage 10, 1985”, recorded with PREMISES conveyed to by deed recorded with the or appear at the time and Property on any public or Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a bidder (the mortgage hold- Electronic Registration Hampden County Registry the grantor by deed dated Hampden County Registry place designated above. private street or way, and Christiana Trust, not indi- er and its designee(s) are Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, of Deeds in Plan Book 231, February 18, 1981 and of Deeds at Book 10264, This notice shall also be abutters to the abutters with- vidually but as trust- exempt from this require- as nominee for Homeland Page 27. recorded with Hampden Page 74. posted on the Massachusetts in three hundred (300) feet ee for Pretium Mortgage ment); high bidder to sign Mortgage Company, and Total area containing County Registry of Deeds in The description of the Newspaper Publishers of the property line of the Acquisition Trust dated written Memorandum of now held by U.S. Bank 36,787 square feet of land, Book 5070, Page 133. Eva property contained in the Association’s (MNPA) web- Property as they appear on April 17, 2020 and record- Sale upon acceptance of bid; Trust, National Association, more or less, according to Brown died in Palmer, MA, mortgage shall control in site (http://masspublicnotices. the most recent applicable ed at said Registry of balance of purchase price as Trustee of American said plan. February 24, 1995. the event of a typographical org). tax list, notwithstanding that Deeds in Book 23262, payable by certified check Homeowner Preservation Subject to utility easement The description of the error in this publication. Michael Marciniec, Chairman the land of any such owner Page 325, and Assignment in thirty (30) days from the Trust Series 2015A+, said as shown on said Plan. property contained in the For Mortgagor’s Title 05/06, 05/13/2021 is located in another city or from Wilmington Savings date of the sale at the offic- mortgage dated December Tax parcel ID: 2719 mortgage shall control in the see deed dated April 23, town. Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a es of mortgagee’s attorney, 2, 2004 and recorded in the The description of the event of a typographical error 1998 and recorded in the 05/13/2021 Christiana Trust, not indi- Korde & Associates, P.C., Hampden County Registry property contained in the in this publication. Hampden County Registry BRIMFIELD vidually but as trust- 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite of Deeds in Book 14686, mortgage as affected by the For Mortgagors’ Title see of Deeds in Book 10264, PLANNING BOARD ee for Pretium Mortgage 3102, Lowell, MA 01851 Page 235, and affected by judgment recorded in Book deed dated December 30, Page 74. The Brimfield Planning LEGAL NOTICE Acquisition Trust to DLJ or such other time as may the Judgment recorded May 20699 at Page 312 of the 1999, and recorded in Book TERMS OF SALE: Board will hold a public hear- Pursuant to the provisions Mortgage Capital, Inc. dated be designated by mortgag- 12, 2015 in Book 20699 at Hampden County Registry 11056 at Page 462 with the Said premises will be sold ing on June 2, 2021 at 7:30 of MA Gen. Laws, Chap. July 31, 2020 and recorded ee. The description for the Page 312 of the Hampden of Deeds shall control in the Hampden County Registry of and conveyed subject to all PM in the Town Hall (21 255, Sec. 39A, the following at said Registry of Deeds in premises contained in said County Registry of Deeds; event of a typographical error Deeds. liens, encumbrances, unpaid Main Street) regarding the vehicles will be sold at public Book 23383, Page 393, for mortgage shall control in the said mortgage was assigned in this publication. TERMS OF SALE: Said taxes, tax titles, municipal town meeting articles regard- auction for towing and stor- breach of conditions of said event of a typographical error from Mortgage Electronic For Mortgagor’s Title see premises will be sold and liens and assessments, if ing proposed zoning by-law age charges due: mortgage and for the purpose in this publication. Registration Systems, Inc., deed dated May 9, 2003 and conveyed subject to all liens, any, which take precedence changes. The proposed zon- GMC of foreclosing the same, the Other terms to be as nominee for Homeland recorded in the Hampden encumbrances, unpaid taxes, over the said mortgage ing by-law changes will affect VIN:1GKDT13S582218726 mortgaged premises locat- announced at the sale. Mortgage Company to County Registry of Deeds in tax titles, municipal liens and above described. the following sections: Kahmad Wilson 4 Shearer ST ed at 3 Knollwood Road, DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc. CitiMortgage, Inc. by assign- Book 13181, Page 404. assessments, if any, which FIVE THOUSAND To see if the Town will Palmer,MA; DODGE Brimfield, MA 01010 will be Korde & Associates, P.C. ment dated September 25, TERMS OF SALE: Said take precedence over the said ($5,000.00) Dollars of the vote to amend Zoning VIN:1D4GP24353B191906 sold at a Public Auction at 900 Chelmsford Street 2009 and recorded with premises will be sold and mortgage above described. purchase price must be paid Bylaw Section 7.2, Projects Heather Caroll 129 Beacon 12:00 PM on June 3, 2021, Suite 3102 said Registry of Deeds in conveyed subject to all liens, TEN THOUSAND in cash, certified check, Requiring Site Plan DR Palmer,MA; CHEVY at the mortgaged premises, Lowell, MA 01851 Book 18018, Page 356; encumbrances, unpaid taxes, ($10,000.00) Dollars of the bank treasurer’s or cashier’s Approval VIN:1G1ZT58N68F117529 more particularly described (978) 256-1500 said mortgage was assigned tax titles, municipal liens and purchase price must be paid check at the time and place To see if the Town will Lisa Burke 74 Main ST below, all and singular the Pecore, Michael J., from CitiMortgage, Inc. to assessments, if any, which by a certified check, bank of the sale by the purchas- vote to amend Zoning Apt B Monson,MA; JEEP premises described in said 21-037985 Wilmington Savings Fund take precedence over the said treasurer’s or cashier’s check er. The balance of the pur- Bylaw Section 7.4, Required VIN:1J4GZ58SOWC185062 mortgage, to wit: 04/29, 05/06, 05/13/2021 Society, FSB, as Trustee of mortgage above described. at the time and place of the chase price shall be paid in Site Plan Contents Quan Jennings 299 Park ST A certain par- Stanwich Mortgage Loan FIVE THOUSAND sale by the purchaser. The cash, certified check, bank To see if the Town will #B3 Bristol, CT; HONDA cel of land, situated in Trust A by assignment ($5,000.00) Dollars of the balance of the purchase price treasurer’s or cashier’s check vote to amend Zoning VIN:3HGCG66572G707207 the Town of Brimfield, dated August 16, 2017 and purchase price must be paid shall be paid by a certified within thirty (30) days after Bylaw Section 12, Adult Use Michael Hogan Jr County of Hampden recorded with said Registry in cash, certified check, bank check, bank treasurer’s or the date of sale. Marijuana Establishment; 38 Bourne ST Three and Commonwealth of Commonwealth of of Deeds in Book 21814, treasurer’s or cashier’s check cashier’s check within forty Other terms to be sections 12.3 and 12.4.5 Rivers, MA; CHEVY Massachusetts, and known as Massachusetts Page 315; said mortgage was at the time and place of the five (45) days after the date announced at the sale. To see if the Town will VIN:1G1AT58H397153665 Lots Nos. 28, 29 and 30, in The Trial Court assigned from Wilmington sale by the purchaser. The of sale. Brock & Scott, PLLC vote to amend Zoning Kenneth Labonte P.O. Box 63 Section “D” on a map enti- Hampden Probate and Savings Fund Society, FSB, balance of the purchase price Other terms to be 1080 Main Street, Suite 200 Bylaw Section 3, District Bondsville, MA; SUBARU tled, “Sherman Lake Shores, Family Court as Trustee for Stanwich shall be paid in cash, certi- announced at the sale. Pawtucket, RI 02860 Use Regulations; section VIN:JF1SF635X2H720482 Property of the Waterfront 50 State Street Mortgage Loan Trust A to fied check, bank treasurer’s Marinosci Law Group, P.C. Attorney for The Bank of 3.5.5.3 Shamiran Hawil Realty Co., Hartford, Conn., Springfield, MA 01103 Granite Investment Group or cashier’s check within thir- 275 West Natick Road, New York Mellon f/k/a To see if the Town will 117 Davidson ST dated May 1954, Scale 1” = (413)748-7758 by assignment dated June ty (30) days after the date of Suite 500 The Bank of New York vote to amend Zoning Springfield, MA; CHEVY 100’, Henry N. Loomis & Docket No. HD21P0739EA 19, 2017 and recorded with sale. Warwick, RI 02886 as Trustee for Registered Bylaw Section 6, Sign VIN:1GNDT13S822236650 Eugene B. Sullivan, Civil Estate of: said Registry of Deeds in Other terms to be Attorney for Wilmington Holders of CWABS, Inc., Regulations Verinilda Ramirez 33 Engineers, Hartford, Conn.” Ektor Harry Trubounis Book 21940, Page 535; said announced at the sale. Savings Fund Society, FSB, Asset-Backed Certificates, To see if the Town will Berkeley ST Springfield Map 43, Pages 84 and 85, Date of Death: 03/03/2015 mortgage was assigned from Brock & Scott, PLLC as trustee of Series 2006-23 vote to amend Zoning MA; CHEVY recorded June 11, 1954; CITATION ON Granite Investment Group 1080 Main Street, Suite 200 Stanwich Mortgage Loan Present Holder of the Bylaw Section 4, Density VIN:1G1AD5F53A7213907 Revised Map 50, Pages 2 PETITION FOR to U.S. Bank Trust National Pawtucket, RI 02860 Trust A Mortgage Regulations, adding Estate Beverly Boulette 70 Beacon and 5, recorded June 7, 1955; FORMAL Association as Trustee of Attorney for U.S. Bank Present Holder of the 401-217-8701 Lots DR Palmer,MA. This auc- Revised Map 51, Pages 125 ADJUDICATION American Homeowner Trust, National Association, Mortgage 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2013 To see if the Town will tion is to take place on May and 126, recorded August To all interested persons: Preservation Trust Series as Trustee of American Telephone: (401) 234-9200 vote to amend Zoning 21, 2021, 10:00 A.M. at 10, 1955, which maps A Petition for Late and 2015A+ by assignment dated Homeowner Preservation MLG File No.: 17-16339 Bylaw-Business District, LaBontes & Son LLC, 241 are on filed in Hampden Limited Formal Testacy October 16, 2017 and record- Trust Series 2015A+ 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2021 adding specific parcel to Wilbraham St., Palmer, MA County Registry of Deeds in and/or Appointment has ed with said Registry of Present Holder of the the Business District exclu- 01069. Springfield, Mass., to which been filed by Harry T Deeds in Book 21940, Page Mortgage PALMER sively for the construction 05/06, 05/13, 05/20/2021 reference is hereby made and Trubounis of Washington, 581; for breach of the condi- 401-217-8701 NOTICE OF PLANNING BOARD of a Large-Scale Ground- more particularly bounded DC requesting that the Court tions in said mortgage and for 05/13, 05/20, 05/27/2021 MORTGAGEE’S PUBLIC HEARING Mounted Solar Photovoltaic and described as follows: enter a formal Decree and the purpose of foreclosing the SALE OF REAL ESTATE NOTICE Installation. NORTHEASTERLY by Order and for such other same will be sold at Public Premises: 45 Jim Ash In accordance with the For the complete narra- LEGAL NOTICE Lot No. 31, in said Section relief as requested in the Auction on June 11, 2021 at Road, Palmer, MA 01069 provisions of Chapter 40A, tive of this proposed changes MORTGAGEE’S SALE “D”, one hundred fifty (150) Petition. 01:00 PM Local Time upon By virtue and in exe- Section 11, M.G.L. the please visit http://www.brim- OF REAL ESTATE feet; The Petitioner requests the premises, all and singu- NOTICE OF cution of the Power of Palmer Planning Board will fieldma.org, visit the Town By virtue of and in exe- SOUTHEASTERLY by that: Harry T Trubounis lar the premises described in MORTGAGEE’S Sale contained in a certain hold a public hearing on Hall Annex at 23 Main Street cution of the Power of Sale Knollwood Road, one hun- of Washington, DC be said mortgage, to wit: SALE OF REAL ESTATE mortgage given by Susan Monday, May 24, 2021 at or contact the Planning Board contained in a certain mort- dred forty (140) feet, more appointed as Person­al LOT A J. Bryant to Mortgage 7:30 PM in the Town Hall Representative(s) of said est­ Premises: at: gage given by Michael J. or less; A certain lot or parcel of Electronic Registration Meeting Room, 4417 Main ate to serve Without Surety­ 40 Bethany Road, [email protected]. Pecore and Renee M. Pecore SOUTHERLY by a land located on the easter- Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, Street, Palmer, MA. on the bond in an unsuper Monson, Massachusetts 05/13, 05/20/2021 to Mortgage Electronic curved line at the intersection - ly side of St. John street in as nominee for Countrywide The applicant, Christopher Registration Systems, Inc., as of the easterly line of Forest vised administration. Palmer, Hampden county, By virtue and in execu- Home Loans, Inc., and Donohue, is seeking a mortgagee, acting solely as Road and the northwester- IMPORTANT NOTICE Massachusetts, said lot or tion of the Power of Sale con- now held by The Bank of Special Permit and Site Plan a nominee for First Magnus ly line of Knollwood Road, You have the right to parcel being known and des- tained in a certain mortgage New York Mellon f/k/a Approval as required by sec- LEGAL NOTICE OF Financial Corporation, thirty and 6/10 (30.6) feet; obtain a copy of the Petition ignated as lot a as shown on given by Ronald S. Midura The Bank of New York tion 171.63, Village Center A COMMUNITY dated March 24, 2004 and SOUTHWESTERLY by from the Petitioner or at a plan entitled “Plan of Land and Shirley A. Midura to as Trustee for Registered District 1, to change the use OUTREACH MEETING recorded in Hampden Forest Road, one hundred the Court. You have a right in Thorndike, Palmer, Mass. Chevy Chase Bank F.S.B. Holders of CWABS, Inc., of the building to mixed use REGARDING A County Registry of Deeds thirty-four and three tenths to object to this proceed- Surveyed for John Lizak, and now held by Wilmington Asset-Backed Certificates, of miscellaneous profes- MARIJUANA in Book 14044, Page 558 (134.3) feet, more or less; ing. To do so, you or your dated September 10, 1985”, Savings Fund Society, Series 2006-23, said mort- sional/business offices and ESTABLISHMENT (the “Mortgage”) of which and attorney must file a written recorded with Hampden FSB, as trustee of Stanwich gage dated October 7, residential units at the prop- PROPOSED BY mortgage DLJ Mortgage NORTHWESTERLY by appearance and objection County Registry of Deeds Mortgage Loan Trust A, said 2006 and recorded in the erty located at 1011 Central Silver Therapeutics of Capital, Inc. is the pres- Lot No. 27 in said Section at this Court before: 10:00 in Plan Book 231, Page 27, mortgage dated December Hampden County Registry St, Palmer MA. This parcel Palmer, Inc. ent holder by Assignment “D”, one hundred thirty-five a.m. on the return day of said lot or parcel being more 19, 2003, and recorded in the of Deeds in Book 16260, is also known as Assessor’s Notice is hereby given from Mortgage Electronic and two-tenths (135.2) feet, 05/25/2021. particularly bounded and Hampden County Registry Page 435, said mortgage Map 58, Lot 205. that a virtual communi- Registration Systems, Inc., more or less. This is NOT a hear- described as follows: of Deeds, in Book 13905 was assigned from Mortgage A copy of the applica- ty outreach meeting for its successors and assigns TOGETHER WITH the ing date, but a deadline by Beginning at an iron pin at Page 450, as affected by Electronic Registration tion may be inspected at the Silver Therapeutics of to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. right of ingress and egress to which you must file a writ- on the easterly sideline of St. an Assignment of Mortgage Systems, Inc. as nominee for Planning Department office Palmer, Inc.’s proposed dated September 9, 2009 and and from said lot or lots over ten appearance and objec- John Street, Thence running dated January 9, 2019, and Countrywide Home Loans, in the Town Administration Marijuana Establishment recorded at said Registry of roadways on said map; and tion if you object to this pro- along a curve to the right recorded with said Deeds in Inc. to The Bank of New Building from 8:30 AM to is scheduled for May 27, Deeds in Book 17983, Page TOGETHER WITH the right ceeding. If you fail to file a along an old fence at the Book 22701 at Page 484, of York Mellon, f/k/a The Bank 4:30 PM, Monday through 2021, at 5:00 p.m, online 584, and Assignment from to use and areas on said map timely written appearance easterly sideline of St. John which mortgage the under- of New York as Trustee Thursday. at https://princelobel.zoom. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. reserved for the owners of and objection followed by Street, 201 feet, more or less, signed is the present holder, for Registered Holders of Anyone interested in us/j/92032954660 or by to Mortgage Electronic lots on this development for an Affidavit of Objections to an iron pin; for breach of the conditions CWABS, Inc., Asset Backed more information or wishing telephone by calling +1 301 Registration Systems, Inc., beach purposes. Said prem- within thirty (30) days of the Thence turning and run- in said mortgage and for the Certificates, Series 2006- to be heard on the applica- 715 8592, Webinar ID: 920 as mortgagee, as nominee ises are SUBJECT TO pole return day, action may be ning s. 70° 13’ 30” e., 148.10 purpose of foreclosing the 23 by assignment dated tion can contact the Planning 3295 4660. The proposed for First Magnus Financial right of way for the purpose taken without further notice feet along lot B as shown same will be sold at Public September 19, 2019 and Department at 413-283-2605 Marijuana Retailer is antic- Corporation, its succes- of supply utility service to to you. on said plan to an iron pin; Auction on May 27, 2021, recorded with said Registry or appear at the time and ipated to be located at 1235 sors and assigns dated July adjoining property. UNSUPERVISED Thence turning and running at 2:00 PM Local Time upon of Deeds in Book 22861, place designated above. Thorndike Street, Palmer, 2, 2020 and recorded at SUBJECT TO restric- ADMINISTRATION s. 12° 50’ 30” w., 200.20 feet the premises, all and singu- Page 176; for breach of the This notice shall also be Massachusetts 01069 (the said Registry of Deeds in tions as states in a deed from UNDER THE along last-named land to an lar the premises described in conditions in said mortgage posted on the Massachusetts “Property”). Closed cap- Book 23383, Page 391, and Stephen Cubles to Joseph P. MASSACHUSETTS iron pin; said mortgage, to wit: and for the purpose of fore- Newspaper Publishers tioning will be provided. Assignment from Mortgage & Helen F. Pappelardo dated UNIFORM PROBATE Thence turning and The land in said Monson, closing the same will be Association’s (MNPA) web- Community members and Electronic Registration October, 1960, and recorded CODE (MUPC) running n. 70° 13’ 30” w., Hampden County, situate on sold at Public Auction on site (http://masspublicnotices. members of the public are Systems, Inc., as nominee in the said Hampden County A Personal Represent­ 150.00 feet along parcel 1 as the westerly side of Bethany June 11, 2021 at 02:00 PM org). encouraged to ask questions for First Magnus Financial Registry of Deeds in Book ative appointed under the shown on said plan to an iron Road bounded and described Local Time upon the prem- Michael Marciniec, Chairman and receive answers from Corporation, its successors 2870, Page 275. MUPC in an unsupervised pin, the point of beginning. as follows: ises, all and singular the 05/06, 05/13/2021 representatives of Silver and assigns to Wells Fargo Being the same prem- administration is not required­ Being the same Property BEGINNING at an iron premises described in said Therapeutics of Palmer, Inc. Bank, NA dated May 4, 2012 ises conveyed to Dean C. to file an inventory or annu- which Vernon S. Keith and pin in the westerly line of mortgage, to wit: Questions may be sub- and recorded at said Registry DeMoulpied and Virginia al accounts with the Court. Barbara A. Keith grant- Bethany Road at land now or The land in the Village mitted in advance to hello@ of Deeds in Book 19244, J. DeMoulpied by deed of Persons interested in the ed and conveyed unto Scott formerly of William T. Lewis of Bondsville, Town of PALMER agtherapeutics.com. All Page 421, and Assignment Robert W. Roy and Georgina estate are entitled to notice A. Beauvais and Aimee L. and Emily Lewis, said pin Palmer, Hampden County, PLANNING BOARD materials for the meeting from Wells Fargo Bank, J. Roy, dated August 15, regarding the administration Beauvais, husband and wife, being the northeast corner of Massachusetts, situated PUBLIC HEARING will be available more than N.A. to Wilmington Savings 1994 recorded in said directly from the Personal as tenants by the entirety, by the tract to be described, and on the easterly side of Jim NOTICE 24 hours before the virtual Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Hampden County Registry of Representative and may peti- deed dated May 9, 2003 and running thence Ashe Road, bounded and In accordance with the community outreach meet- Christiana Trust, not indi- Deeds, Book 8938, Page 379. tion the Court in any matter recorded May 12,2003 in the WESTERLY: ALONG described as follows: provisions of Chapter 40A, ing at princelobel.com. vidually but as trust- Being the same proper- relating to the estate, includ- recorder’s office of Hampden land now or formerly of BEGINNING at a pipe in Section 11, M.G.L. the This Virtual Community ee for Pretium Mortgage ty conveyed to Mortgagors ing the distribution of assets County, MA in Book 13181 William T. Lewis, et ux about the easterly side of Jim Ashe Palmer Planning Board will Outreach Meeting will be Acquisition Trust dated herein by deed dated and and expenses of administra- Page 404 Document 94837. 90 feet to an iron pin at land Road, said pipe marking hold a public hearing on held in accordance with the February 15, 2017 and recorded concurrently in tion. PARCEL 1 now or formerly of Marvin the southwest corner of the Monday, May 24th, 2021 at Massachusetts Cannabis recorded at said Registry the Hampden County Court WITNESS, Hon. A certain lot or parcel of Lyon; thence TURNING premises herein described 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Control Commission’s of Deeds in Book 21599, Clerk’s Office. Barbara M Hyland, First land located on the easter- AND RUNNING and the northwest corner Meeting Room, 4417 Main Administrative Order Page 513, and Corrective For mortgagor’s title Justice of this Court. ly side of St. John Street in SOUTHERLY: ALONG of land now or formerly Street, Palmer, MA. Allowing Virtual Web- Assignment from Wells see deed recorded with the Date: April 27, 2021 Palmer, Hampden County, said Lyon land about 75 of William J. Webb, et ux; The applicant, Richard Based Community Outreach Fargo Bank, N.A. to Hampden County Registry Rosemary A Saccomani Massachusetts, said lot feet to an iron pin at other thence Vaillant, is seeking a Meetings and the applica- Wilmington Savings of Deeds in Book 9677, Page Register of Probate or parcel being known and land now or formerly of said NORTH 59 degrees 1’ Special Permit and Site Plan ble requirements set forth Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a 175. 05/13/2021 designated as Parcel 1, as WILLIAM T. LEWIS, ET E. along land of said Webb, Approval as required by in M.G.L. ch. 94G and 935 Christiana Trust, not indi- The premises will be shown on a plan entitled UX; thence TURNING AND 247 feet to a pipe; thence section 171.28 and 171.29, CMR 500.000 et seq. vidually but as trust- sold subject to any and all “Plan of Land in Thorndike, RUNNING NORTH 33 degrees 44’, respectively, for the opera- A copy of this notice is ee for Pretium Mortgage unpaid taxes and other Palmer, Mass. Surveyed for EASTERLY: ALONG 20” W. along land of said tion of an outdoor commer- on file with the town clerk, Acquisition Trust dated municipal assessments and John Lizak, dated September land now or formerly of said Webb, 200 feet to a pipe; cial recreational facility at the the planning board, and the February 14, 2020 and liens, and subject to prior 10, 1985”, recorded with William T. Lewis, et ux about thence property located at 1701 Park contracting authority for the recorded at said Registry liens or other enforceable Hampden County Registry 90 feet to an iron pin in the SOUTH 59 degrees 6’ W. St, Palmer MA. This parcel municipality, at Town Hall, of Deeds in Book 23262, encumbrances of record of Deeds in Plan Book 231, westerly line of said Bethany along land now or former- is also known as Assessor’s 4417 Main Street, Palmer, Page 320, and Assignment entitled to precedence over Page 27. Road; thence TURNING ly of Sumner R. Chapin, et Map 3, Lot 1. Massachusetts 01069. A from Wilmington Savings this mortgage, and subject PARCEL 3 AND RUNNING ux, 238.70 feet to a pipe on A copy of the applica- copy of this notice was pub- Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a to and with the benefit of all A certain lot or parcel of NORTHERLY: ALONG the easterly side of Jim Ashe tion may be inspected at the lished in a newspaper of Christiana Trust, not indi- easements, restrictions, res- May 13, 2021 ❙ THE JOURNAL REGISTER PAGE 15

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MONSON – Following Gov. Charlie Baker’s re- cent announcement lifting the state’s outdoor mask mandate, Monson town adminis- trator Jennifer L. Wolowicz said Courtesy Photo it means little to no change with Artist David Dupuis welcomes Shelly Shicoff to the Monson Arts Council’s Art Ex- how the town is handling the hibit. The Council is hosting its I Wish I Could Draw workshop May 26. pandemic. There are no official town Memorial Day events scheduled Noted artist here to encourage and the privately-run Summer- fest has already been canceled, so the town encourages residents you to put pencil to paper Courtesy photo to continue abiding by the state By Jonah Snowden “It doesn’t matter so much how you Past Commissioner John Benedict led the project to install a fence to protect the head and federal guidelines in place to Town Administrator [email protected] draw, it’s really about getting the message stones and the history of the graveyard. keep infection rates down while Jennifer Wolowicz down,” Dupuis said. “Everybody has a MONSON – Anyone interested in different style of drawing. There are great the pandemic persists. taking up drawing or simply sharpen- masters who were not good at drawing. Gov. Baker’s appendix to COVID-19 Order No. ing their skills is welcome to attend the It’s not really about being good at draw- New North Main Street Cemetery 63, issued on March 18, stated gatherings at private Monson Arts Council’s upcoming event, ing, it’s about getting the idea down or residences should have a total of 10 people indoors I Wish I Could Draw. seeing what you’re trying to accomplish.” fence protects 19th century graves and 25 people outdoors. Also, gatherings at event The event is co-coordinated with Secretary of the Board of the Mon- venues and in public should not exceed 100 people David Dupuis, whose work was recently son Council of Arts, Maureen Solomon, MONSON — The Monson Cem- 1850. There are about 250 people buried indoors and 150 people outdoors. exhibited in “This Is Us: Portraiture To- who is also excited for the event, said be- etery Commission recently had a fence at this location. “The governor’s mandates are still in place, they day” at the D’Amour Museum of Fine fore Wilson passed, she set the tone for installed along the back side of the North The majority of the headstones are just have different guidelines to them,” Wolowicz Arts in Springfield. Dupuis has been co- the annual workshop, which is “to reduce Main Street Cemetery to protect the head made of red sandstone or slate with a said. ordinating this workshop for the past few people’s fear of drawing.” stones from damage from the rock wall few marble stone used just before it was “As far as a resident hosting anything local, they years since the previous coordinator, Ro- “People who cannot draw, spend a on the back side of the property. closed to burials. The Cemetery Com- would still have to reference any local bylaws or per- berta Wilson, passed away. lot of energy working around that,” Sol- Over the years rocks have become mission was the recipient of a Commu- “Before she passed away, she asked omon said. “This is designed to help peo- dislodged from the wall and several have nity Preservation Grant to straighten and mits they need to get on a regular basis.” if I would step in and do it for her,” Du- ple see drawing is possible and good for come to rest against a head stone. Past repair several of the head stones. For She said the Monson Board of Health and Parks puis. “I said ‘of course.’” your art,” Commissioner John Benedict led the more information on who is buried at the and Recreation departments are good resources if He said no one interested should feel The workshop is scheduled to take project to install a fence to protect the cemetery, go to monson-ma.gov/cem- residents want advice. intimidated to try the workshop. place on May 26 at 6:30 p.m. in Memori- head stones and the history of the grave- etery-department/pages/burials-north- Anyone who needs to refresh themselves with “The workshop is going to be pretty al Hall, located at 198 Main St. Pandemic yard. main-street-cemetery. the governor’s mandates can visit Mass.gov. On the basic,” Dupuis said. “Nobody should be protocols, such as wearing face masks According to town records the North The Cemetery Commissioners website, COVID-19 data, updates from the governor, afraid to sign up and try this. After all, it’s and social distancing, will be observed. Main Street Cemetery was the second would also like to inform the public that regulations, guidance, and more are available. only pencil and paper.” Registration is $10. To sign up for the cemetery in the town, which was part of the bid packet for the repair of the Hill- As for the importance of drawing, workshop, donate to council and more, Brimfield at the time. The first burial oc- side Cemetery Arch has been released Dupuis said it’s the foundation for most visit monsonartscouncil.org/ or email curred in 1777 and the last burial was in for the repair to be completed this year. forms of art. [email protected].

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